Regular City Commission Meeting

City of Hollywood Hollywood City Hall 2600 Hollywood Blvd Hollywood, FL 33020 http://www.hollywoodfl.org Meeting Minutes Wednesday, March 16, 2016 1:00 PM Commission Chambers Room 219 Regular City Commission Meeting CITY COMMISSION Peter Bober, Mayor Peter Hernandez, Vice Mayor - District 2 Patricia Asseff, Commissioner - District 1 Traci Callari, Commissioner - District 3 Richard Blattner, Commissioner - District 4 Kevin Biederman, Commissioner - District 5 Linda Sherwood, Commissioner - District 6 Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager Jeffrey P. Sheffel, City Attorney Patricia A. Cerny, City Clerk Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes March 16, 2016 . The Regular City Commission Meeting of the City of Hollywood, Florida, was called to order by Mayor Bober on Wednesday, March 16, 2016 at 1:05 PM in the City Commission Room, Room 219, Joseph W. Watson Circle, Hollywood, Florida. 1. Moment of Silence 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Recognition of Veterans, Active Service Personnel & Their Families 4. Roll Call Present: Commissioner Patricia Asseff, Vice Mayor Peter Hernandez, Commissioner Traci Callari, Commissioner Richard Blattner, Commissioner Kevin D. Biederman, Commissioner Linda Sherwood and Mayor Peter Bober Commissioner Blattner introduced students from South Broward High School in attendance today. CONSENT AGENDA Approval of the Consent Agenda ACTION: A motion was made by Commissioner Blattner, seconded by Commissioner Callari, to adopt the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 5. R-2016-055 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Changing The Time Of The Regular Commission Meeting Scheduled On May 4, 2016 From 1:00 PM To 2:00 PM. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Blattner, which was seconded by Commissioner Callari, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously (7-0). 6. R-2016-056 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute An Agreement Between Mutual Of Omaha Life Insurance Company And The City Of Hollywood For Long Term Disability Insurance In An Annual Amount Not To Exceed $60,000.00. City of Hollywood Page 1 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes March 16, 2016 ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Blattner, which was seconded by Commissioner Callari, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously (7-0). 7. R-2016-057 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Accepting The Affordable Housing Advisory Committee Report For Fiscal Year 2016 And Directing City Staff To Incorporate Certain Recommendations By The AHAC Into The Local Housing Assistance Plan (LHAP) For Fiscal Years 2016-2019. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Blattner, which was seconded by Commissioner Callari, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously (7-0). 8. R-2016-058 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The Attached First Amendment To The Agreement Between The Center For Independent Living Of Broward, Inc. And The City Of Hollywood To Extend The Term Of The Agreement From April 1, 2016 To April 1, 2018 And Amend The Timetable/Schedule In Order To Provide Housing Rehabilitation Services To A Minimum Of Two Low And Moderate Income Disabled Homeowners In An Amount Not To Exceed $131,337.00 Through The Use Of Available State Housing Initiative Partnership Program Funds. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Blattner, which was seconded by Commissioner Callari, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously (7-0). 11. R-2016-061 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Issue The Attached Purchase Order Between N. Harris Computer Corporation And The City Of Hollywood For Annual Maintenance And Support Of Application Software In An Amount Not To Exceed $81,880.52. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Blattner, which was seconded by Commissioner Callari, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously (7-0). 12. R-2016-062 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving The Allocation Of Up To Seven (7) Bonus Hotel Density Rooms From The “Hollywood Beach Hotel Room Pool” Pursuant To The City’s Comprehensive Plan and Zoning and Land Development Regulations For A 27 Room Hotel With Accessory Uses Known As “Dolphin Hotel,” Located At 315 And 319 McKinley Street, Including The Adjacent Vacant Lot To The West As More Specifically Described In The Attached Exhibit “A”; And Providing For An Effective City of Hollywood Page 2 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes March 16, 2016 Date. (15-DPV-84) ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Blattner, which was seconded by Commissioner Callari, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously (7-0). 13. R-2016-063 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The Attached Contract Between Florida Design Contractors, Inc. And The City Of Hollywood For Construction Services Related To Reuse Water System Expansion - Phase 2, Located At The Southern Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant As Identified In The 2007/2008 Wastewater System Master Plan, In The Amount Of $840,000.00; And To Execute The Attached Authorization To Proceed For Work Order No. H&S 16-01 Between Hazen And Sawyer, P.C. And The City Of Hollywood For Construction Administration Services During The Construction Phase Of The Project, In An Amount Not To Exceed $75,600.00; To Amend The Approved Fiscal Year 2016 Capital Improvement Program, As Set Forth In Exhibit A; And To Approve The Overall Project Funding For Construction, Construction Administration Services, Program Management Services, Testing And Permits For An Aggregate Amount Of $990,600.00 (14-9077A). ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Blattner, which was seconded by Commissioner Callari, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously (7-0). 14. R-2016-064 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The Attached Authorization To Proceed For Work Order Number LH-16-03 Between Lighthouse Utility Consulting, Inc. And The City Of Hollywood For Miscellaneous Utility Rate And Financial Services In An Amount Not To Exceed $75,000.00. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Blattner, which was seconded by Commissioner Callari, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously (7-0). 15. R-2016-065 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials Enter Into The Attached Service Line Agreement Between The City Of Hollywood And Seminole Tribe Of Florida Granting Permission To The City Of Hollywood To Access The Seminole Okalee Indian Village Located At 3551 And 3681 North State Road 7, Hollywood, Florida, 33024 For The Repair And Maintenance Of The Fire Hydrant And Water Main Which Is Being Constructed And Installed By The Seminole Tribe Of Florida. City of Hollywood Page 3 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes March 16, 2016 ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Blattner, which was seconded by Commissioner Callari, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously (7-0). 17. P-2016-12 Proclamation In Recognition Of National Community Development Week, March 28 - April 2, 2016. Commissioner Sherwood read the proclamation in recognition of National Community Development Week, March 28 - April 2, 2016. Clay Milan, Community Development Manager, accepted the proclamation and explained the activities planned. Ms. Cohen, IMPACT Broward, Foster Grandparent Program, provided additional information on their program. Pernell Baisden, Second Chance Society, provided additional information on the program. Patricia Travis, Russell Life Skills Reading Program, provided additional information on the program. 18. P-2016-13 Presentation By Wanda Robinson From Broward County Public Schools, To The Hollywood Police Department, Of The 2015/2016 Mentor Program Of The Year Award And The 2015/2016 Partnership Of The Year Award. Wanda Robinson, Broward County Public Schools, read the commendation which resulted in the Hollywood Police Department being selected as 2015/2016 Mentor Program of the Year Award and the 2015/2016 Partnership of the Year Award. Madi Menendez, Hollywood Park Elementary School Principal; and Kelly Haberly, Assistant Principal Hollywood Hills Elementary, provided additional accolades for the members of the police department. Commissioner Asseff left the meeting at 1:29 PM and returned at 1:30 PM. Ann Murray, School Board Member, provided additional information. 19. P-2016-14 Presentation Of Award By Chuck Ellis, Director Of Parks, Recreation And Cultural Arts, To Daniel Mell, Most Valuable Employee For The First Quarter Of Fiscal Year 2016. Chuck Ellis, Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts, read the City of Hollywood Page 4 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes March 16, 2016 commendation which resulted in Daniel Mell being recognized as Most Valuable Employee for the First Quarter of Fiscal Year 2016. Daniel Mell, Recreation Coordinator, thanked the Commission for the recognition and his co-workers and supervisors for their support. 20. R-2016-067 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Considering The Request For A Special Exception, Variances, Design, And Site Plan For A 316 Space Public Parking Garage With Retail Uses For The “Nebraska Parking Garage” Generally Located At 327 Nebraska Street As More Specifically Described In Exhibit “A;” And Providing An Effective Date. (14-DPSV-102) Jeffrey P. Sheffel, City Attorney, explained the quasi-judicial procedures. Mayor Bober questioned if there was anyone present who objected to waiving the quasi-judicial procedures, being there was no objection, the quasi-judicial procedures were waived. Vice Mayor Hernandez left the meeting at 1:38 PM and returned at 1:45 PM. Alexandra Carcamo, Planning and Development Administrator, provided a presentation on the proposed development. Jorge Camejo, CRA Executive Director, provided additional information on the proposed development. The following individuals expressed personal opinions/concerns: 1. Heidi Addis, 319 Nebraska Street 2. Tom Addis, 319 Nebraska Street 3. Bob Glickman, 3111 N. Ocean Drive 4. Josh Levy, 3709 S. Longfellow Circle 5. Cliff Germano, 1627 N 28 Court 6. Freida Dragif, HBBA Vice President, 7. Elizabeth Dash, South Broward High School Student 8. Natalie Fox, 2112 N 14 Terrace 9. Melissa Marie Maranon, 1901 N. Federal Highway 10. Dexter Perrera, South Broward High School Student Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. Joseph Kaller, Architect, responded to questions raised by the Commission. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. City of Hollywood Page 5 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes March 16, 2016 Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, provided additional information. Commissioner Sherwood left the meeting at 2:36 PM and returned at 2:40 PM. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Asseff, which was seconded by Commissioner Blattner, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed 6-1. Commissioner Callari was opposed. CONSENT AGENDA ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Blattner, which was seconded by Commissioner Asseff, to reconsider the consent agenda. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) Items 9, 10, 12 and 16 were pulled off from the consent agenda. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Asseff, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, to adopt the consent agenda with the exception of items 9, 10, 12 and 16. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 12. R-2016-062 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving The Allocation Of Up To Seven (7) Bonus Hotel Density Rooms From The “Hollywood Beach Hotel Room Pool” Pursuant To The City’s Comprehensive Plan and Zoning and Land Development Regulations For A 27 Room Hotel With Accessory Uses Known As “Dolphin Hotel,” Located At 315 And 319 McKinley Street, Including The Adjacent Vacant Lot To The West As More Specifically Described In The Attached Exhibit “A”; And Providing For An Effective Date. (15-DPV-84) Keith Poliakoff, Attorney for the Applicant, objected to the 7 units being conditioned on the Green Certification, he represented that they will comply with 18 of the 23 green building practices. Jeffrey P. Sheffel, City Attorney, responded to concerns raised by the Commission. Commissioner Callari left the meeting at 2:53 PM and returned at 2:56 PM. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. City of Hollywood Page 6 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes March 16, 2016 ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Blattner, which was seconded by Commissioner Asseff, to adopt the resolution without the Green Certification condition. Nochum Labkowski, Dolphin Hotel Owner, responded to questions raised by the Commission. Barry Faske, Green Team Advisory Board Member, expressed personal opinions/concerns. Commissioner Blattner left the meeting at 3:16 PM and returned at 3:18 PM. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Hernandez, to continue the Resolution until the April 6, 2016 Regular Commission Meeting. Keith Poliakoff stated he will agree to meet with staff before the Planning and Development Board meeting to come to an agreement on the green certification. ACTION: The motion that was made by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Hernandez, to continue the Resolution was withdrawn by the mover and seconder. ACTION: The motion that was made by Commissioner Blattner, which was seconded by Commissioner Asseff, to adopt the resolution without the Green Certification was withdrawn by the mover and seconder. ACTION: Motion was made by Vice Mayor Hernandez, which was seconded by Commissioner Asseff, to adopt the Resolution with the addition of the recommendations made by staff except the green building practice requirement. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 9. R-2016-059 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The Attached Third Amendment To The Full-Service Sublease By And Between The Greater Hollywood Chamber Of Commerce, Inc. And The City Of Hollywood, Florida, For The Property Located At 330 North Federal Highway, Hollywood, Florida. Vice Mayor Hernandez left the meeting at 3:25 PM and returned at 3:26 PM. City of Hollywood Page 7 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes March 16, 2016 Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. Marie Suarez, Greater Hollywood Chamber of Commerce, expressed personal opinions/concerns. Jeffrey P. Sheffel, City Attorney, provided additional information. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Asseff, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 10. R-2016-060 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute A Ninety (90) Day Extension Of The Agreement Between Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. And The City Of Hollywood To Provide Trust Custodial Services To The City Of Hollywood, Florida Employees Retirement Fund For An Estimated Amount Of $14,625.00. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. George Keller, Assistant City Manager for Finance and Administration, explained the intent of the resolution. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Hernandez, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 16. R-2016-066 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Enter Into The Attached On-Line Subscription Agreement Between The City Of Hollywood And Backflow Solutions Inc. (BSI) For Services Related To Notification, Data Management, And Certification Tracking Functions On Behalf Of The City Of Hollywood, As Related To Monitoring And Implementation Of The City’s Cross-Connection Control And Backflow Prevention Program, In An Annual Amount Of $495.00. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. Steve Joseph, Director of Public Utilities, responded to questions raised by the Commission. Commissioner Asseff left the meeting at 3:32 PM and returned at 3:33 PM. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Blattner, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Hernandez, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) City of Hollywood Page 8 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes March 16, 2016 23. R-2016-068 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Termination Of The Agreement With Tyler Technologies Inc. For Energov Software; And Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The Attached Termination Agreement And Mutual Release Between The City And Tyler Technologies, Inc. George Keller, Assistant City Manager for Finance and Administration, explained the intent of the resolution. Raheem Seecharan, Director of Information Technology, provided a detailed presentation on the intent of the resolution. Mayor Bober passed the gavel to Vice Mayor Hernandez, left the meeting at 3:42 PM and returned at 3:43 PM. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. ACTION: Motion was made by Vice Mayor Hernandez, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 24. P-2016-15 Presentation By Paul Bassar, Contract Compliance Officer, To Provide A Summary Of The Master Contract List (MCL) And A Demonstration Of An Electronic Contract File. George Keller, Assistant City Manager for Finance and Administration, introduced the item and Paul Basser, Contract Compliance Officer. Paul Basser, Contract Compliance Officer, provided a detailed presentation on the electronic contract file. Commissioner Blattner left the meeting at 3:49 PM and returned at 3:51 PM. Commissioner Asseff left the meeting at 3:54 PM and returned at 3:56 PM. George Keller, Assistant City Manager for Finance and Administration, provided closing comments on the program. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, responded to questions raised by the Commission. Commissioner Blattner left the meeting at 4:04 PM and returned at City of Hollywood Page 9 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes March 16, 2016 4:07 PM. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. 21. PO-2016-02 An Ordinance Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending The City Charter By Creating A New Article Titled "Internal Auditor" To Create The Position Of Internal Auditor And Specify The Powers And Duties Of The Internal Auditor; Subject To Approval By The Electorate At A Referendum To Be Held On November 8, 2016. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. Jack Seiler, Mayor of Fort Lauderdale, provided information on their experience with an internal auditor. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. John Herbst, Internal Auditor, City of Fort Lauderdale, provided additional information on their office and responded to questions raised by the Commission. Commissioner Callari left the meeting at 5:06 PM and returned at 5:10 PM. Patricia Cerny, City Clerk, provided additional information. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Sherwood, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Hernandez, to continue the Ordinance until the April 20, 2016 Regular Commission Meeting. On a voice vote the motion failed 3-4. Commissioner Asseff, Commissioner Blattner, Commissioner Biederman and Mayor Bober were opposed. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. The following individuals expressed personal opinions/concerns: 1. Patricia Antrican, 2534 Fillmore Street 2. Josh Levy, 3709 S. Longfellow Circle 3. Andre Brown, 2316 Mayo Street 4. Lynn Smith, 1939 Adams Street 5. Cliff Germano, 1627 N 28 Court 6. Howard Sher, 4223 Van Buren Street 7. Helen Chervin, 2470 Adams Street 8. Cindy Abraham, 3850 Washington #1016 The City Clerk read the title of the Ordinance on first reading. City of Hollywood Page 10 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes March 16, 2016 ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Asseff, which was seconded by Commissioner Blattner, to adopt on first reading the Ordinance. The motion on roll call vote carried 4-3. Aye: Commissioner Asseff Commissioner Blattner Commissioner Biederman Mayor Bober Nay: Vice Mayor Hernandez Commissioner Callari Commissioner Sherwood 22. PO-2016-03 An Ordinance Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending Ordinance No. O-76-25, The Hillcrest PUD Ordinance, As Amended By Resolution R-81-56, Ordinances O-81-80, O-84-54, O-87-39, O-93-75, O-99-09, O-2000-05, O-2002-34, O-2009-38 And O-2013-11; By Amending Subsection 3(B) To Modify The Final Site Plan To Redistribute The Previously Approved 645 Residential Units And Amenities, Including But Not Limited To Portions Of The 9-Hole And 18-Hole Golf Courses And Modify Certain Development Standards Within The Residential Portion Of The Project (Hillcrest Country Club). (15-JPZ-44) Jeffrey P. Sheffel, City Attorney, explained the quasi-judicial procedures. Mayor Bober asked if there was any one present who objected to waiving the quasi-judicial procedures, being there was no objection, the quasi-judicial procedures were waived. Commissioner Sherwood left the meeting at 6:11 PM and returned at 6:16 PM. Mayor Bober stated the ordinance was advertised in conformance with Florida Statutes and City Codes. Tekisha Jordan, Principal Planner, provided a presentation on the proposed development. Vice Mayor Hernandez left the meeting at 6:14 PM and returned at 6:19 PM. The public hearing was opened and the following individuals expressed personal opinions/concerns: 1. Mark Roth, 4001 Hillcrest Drive #202 2. Lee H. Schillinger, 5701 Sheridan Street 3. Cliff Germano, 1627 N 28 Court Commissioner Biederman left the meeting at 6:23 PM and returned at 6:24 PM. City of Hollywood Page 11 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes March 16, 2016 4. Lynn Smith, 1939 Adams Street 5. Claire Garrett, 3148 Calle Largo Drive Commissioner Asseff left the meeting at 6:32 PM and returned at 6:34 PM. 6. Tomasena Hankerson, 1100 Hillcrest Court, #311 7. Neal Branson, 3800 Hillcrest Drive 8. Rafael Antunez, 4200 Hillcrest Drive, #703 9. Sam Tyler, 4400 Hillcrest Drive 9. Howard Sher, 4223 Van Buren Being there was no one further who wished to speak, the public hearing was declared closed. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. Bill Riley, Attorney for the Applicant, responded to questions raised by the public and the Commission. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. Commissioner Blattner left the meeting at 6:54 PM and returned at 6:56 PM. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. The City Clerk read the ordinance title on first reading. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Asseff, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, to adopt on first reading the Ordinance. The motion on roll call vote carried: Aye: Commissioner Asseff Vice Mayor Hernandez Commissioner Callari Commissioner Blattner Commissioner Biederman Commissioner Sherwood Mayor Bober Enactment No: O-2016-139 25. P-2016-16 Presentation By Mirtha Dziedzic, Interim Director Of Financial Services, On Fiscal Year 2016 Midyear Forecasts. George Keller, Assistant City Manager for Administration and Financial Services, provided an introduction to the presentation. City of Hollywood Page 12 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes March 16, 2016 Mirtha Dziedzic, Interim Director of Financial Services, provided a presentation on the fiscal year 2016 midyear forecasts. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. 26. CITIZENS’ COMMENTS The following individuals expressed personal opinions/concerns: 1. Chuck Tullio, IAFF Local 1375 2. Bill Huddleston, IAFF Local 1375, 1301 Adams Street 3. Harrison Grandwilliams, 1720 Harrison Street, #9D 4. Maria Jackson, 2305 Fletcher Street 5. Helen Chervin, 2470 Adams Street 6. Claire Garrett, 3148 Calle Largo Drive 7. Cliff Germano, 1627 N 28 Court Commissioner Callari left the meeting at 7:32 PM. 8. Howard Sher, 4223 Van Buren 27. Commissioner Blattner, District 4 Federal Highway and Sheridan Street Commissioner Blattner stated the Commission received an advisory a couple of months ago regarding the issue of right turns on red at Federal Highway and Sheridan Street. He requested an update by email of what the FDOT and Department of Public Works has agreed upon. Illegal Property Conversions Commissioner Blattner stated illegal conversions have been problematic for years and have become increasingly worse recently . He suggested that the issue be brought forth by staff in a Commission meeting rather than a workshop for the benefit of the public. Commissioner Blattner requested that staff describe the magnitude of the issue, how it should be addressed, what other cities are doing to address the problem, what the city has not done, and what are the recommendations. He requested it be brought back at the second meeting in April. Mayor Bober, Commissioner Asseff and Commissioner Biederman supported the request. Disrespectful Comments Commissioner Blattner urged those in attendance at Commission meetings to cease making disrespectful and disingenuous comments. City of Hollywood Page 13 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes March 16, 2016 28. Commissioner Biederman, District 5 Staff Appreciation Commissioner Biederman thanked staff for staying late. State of Florida Budget Commissioner Biederman encouraged residents to read the Sun-Sentinel or Miami Herald articles regarding Governor Scott’s budget vetoes and how they will negatively impact grants awarded to the City. He requested that residents write to Governor Scott explaining how the City depends on the funding that he vetoed. Police Tour Commissioner Biederman thanked Officer Marino and NTL Hernandez for the tour of the City recently. He observed how the Police Department keeps everyone safe and their contribution to make the City better a better place in which to reside and work. Birthday Wishes Commissioner Biederman wished former Commissioner Fran Russo a Happy 85th Birthday. Marshmallow Drop Commissioner Biederman encouraged residents to attend the Marshmallow Drop on March 19, 2016 from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM at Boulevard Heights Community Center, 6770 Garfield Street. Internal Auditor Commissioner Biederman encouraged the Commission to meet with the City Manager and City Attorney prior to the second reading of the Internal Auditor ordinance regarding the expenses involved for an Internal Auditor to be employed by the City. Fire Department Apparatus Commissioner Biederman encouraged the City Manager to consider allocating funds in the FY2017 budget for new Fire Department apparatus or using the reserve funds. Illegal Property Conversions Commissioner Biederman suggested staff obtain the City of North Miami illegal conversions ordinance prior to bringing the item back before the Commission. David Booten Commissioner Biederman announced there will be a celebration of life City of Hollywood Page 14 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes March 16, 2016 service for David Booten, a resident who recently passed away, on April 4, 2016 at the Boulevard Heights Community Center, 6770 Garfield Street. Easter Wishes Commissioner Biederman wished everyone a Happy Easter. 29. Commissioner Sherwood, District 6 State of Florida Budget Commissioner Sherwood stated she is pleased that funds have been preserved in the State of Florida budget for Liberia lighting, Washington Park lighting and the Fred Lippman Multi-Purpose Center. Developer Proposals Commissioner Sherwood explained the Commission members are regularly approached by developers on ideas they have for projects in the City, which does not mean the City would consider any of them. Outside Consultant Commissioner Sherwood stated she was pleased with the performance of Mr. Rosenberg who reviewed the OIG audit. He was very complimentary of administration, staff and management. Easter Wishes Commissioner Sherwood wished everyone a Happy Easter. 30. Commissioner Asseff, District 1 Developer Proposals Commissioner Asseff reiterated what Commissioner Sherwood explained regarding meetings with developers. She further explained there could be a multitude of reasons for keeping all options open. St. Patrick’s Day Commissioner Asseff wished everyone a Happy St. Patrick’s Day. She complimented the Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts staff for a great St. Patrick’s Day parade. Commissioner Asseff suggested moving the parade next year to ArtsPark, bringing in more vendors and extending the parade hours. She thanked the Police Department for the excellent police presence. Lakes Parking Commissioner Asseff stated there are continuous problems every weekend with people going to the beach and parking in the Lakes area on Hollywood Boulevard, Harrison Street and Polk Street to avoid City of Hollywood Page 15 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes March 16, 2016 paying for parking. She suggested there be signage indicating private property in these areas. Community Development Week Commissioner Asseff announced this is Community Development Week and that there was a great community development article that commended Marietta Glazer and her husband for raising their grandchildren. Downtown Blight Tour Commissioner Asseff announced she was one of several people who toured downtown yesterday to observe the blight on Tyler Street, Harrison Street and Hollywood Boulevard. She explained the biggest complaint was the lack of dumpster enclosures. Commissioner Asseff requested that staff review the current dumpster ordinance and requirements for dumpster enclosures. She will forward a copy of the blight tour findings to the Commission. Food Trucks Commissioner Asseff stated downtown restaurateurs have requested the City bring food trucks to the median in downtown on Hollywood Boulevard. This would result in promoting their restaurants and connectivity between ArtsPark and Downtown Hollywood Boulevard. Easter Wishes Commissioner Asseff wished everyone a Happy Easter. 31. Vice Mayor Hernandez, District 2 Commissioner Callari Vice Mayor Hernandez announced Commissioner Callari extended her apologies for having to leave the meeting. Liberia Homeowners Association Vice Mayor Hernandez announced on behalf of the Liberia Homeowners Association he would like to extend an invitation to Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, to attend one of their meetings. Liberia Water Works Project Vice Mayor Hernandez stated Liberia residents have requested the contractor responsible for the public utilities project provide additional status updates and an estimated completion date. Illegal Property Conversions Vice Mayor Hernandez stated the illegal property conversions have City of Hollywood Page 16 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes March 16, 2016 extended into the Liberia area, at 2303 Hood Street, 2343 Farrugut Street and 2259 Douglas Street. Waste Pro Vice Mayor Hernandez explained Waste Pro must drive their truck onto the yard of 2350 Douglas Street due to an overgrown tree branch which does not permit access to the alley. Department of Public Utilities Vice Mayor Hernandez thanked the Department of Public Utilities crew with whom he worked yesterday. Property Fines Vice Mayor Hernandez explained he had a discussion with the City Attorney regarding the feasibility of having courtesy notices sent to mortgage holders when property owners begin to incur fines. Commissioner Asseff and Commissioner Sherwood agreed to the request. Permits Vice Mayor Hernandez thanked Tomas Sanchez, Police Chief, for the good work expediting the permits. Easter Wishes Vice Mayor Hernandez wished everyone a Happy Easter. . Commissioner Sherwood, District 6 Tree Trimming Commissioner Sherwood thanked Sylvia Glazer, Director of Public Works, for the tree trimming that was done in Hollywood Gardens West. She requested staff contact FPL to have the remainder of the trees trimmed. 32. Commissioner Callari, District 3 Commissioner Callari was absent. 33. Mayor Bober Easter Wishes Mayor Bober wished everyone a safe, healthy and Happy Easter. Thank You Mayor Bober thanked the public who attended the Commission City of Hollywood Page 17 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes March 16, 2016 meeting today and staff for staying late. 34. City Attorney Jeffrey P. Sheffel, City Attorney, had no further comments. 35. City Manager Birthday Wishes Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, wished his son a happy birthday. PACE Workshop Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, announced there will be a PACE Workshop on March 29, 2016 from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM for businesses and 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM for residents and citizens at City Hall in the Commission Chambers. Fire Department Apparatus Update Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, requested that Eric Busenbarrick, Fire Chief, present an update of the Fire Department apparatus. Eric Busenbarrick, Fire Chief, provided an update of apparatus repairs needed, the cost of new apparatus and the schedule of when they will be delivered. He explained that the Broward Sherriff’s Office (BSO), has agreed to loan the City a fire truck for three months and that an Indemnification and Hold Harmless Agreement must be approved by members of the Commission. Extensive discussion ensued regarding the information provided by Eric Busenbarrick, Fire Chief, and the use of reserve funds. Commissioner Sherwood stated she is in favor of using Reserve Funds for fire equipment. Vice Mayor Hernandez agreed. . R-2016-069 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The Attached Agreement Between The Sheriff Of Broward County, Florida (“BSO”) And The City Of Hollywood For The Temporary Use Of Fire Rescue And Emergency Services Equipment And/Or Vehicles. Commissioner Asseff requested that the Fire Chief provide an inventory of the Fire Department apparatus including the schedule of repairs, replacement and mileage for each truck. City of Hollywood Page 18 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes March 16, 2016 ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Blattner, which was seconded by Commissioner Asseff, to approve the Resolution and enter into a Hold Harmless and Indemnification Agreement with Broward County to loan the City a fire truck for three months which passed on voice vote 6-0. Commissioner Callari was absent. 36. The meeting adjourned at 8:10 PM. ______________________________ Patricia A. Cerny, MMC City Clerk Hollywood, Florida Approved on: ______________________ City of Hollywood Page 19