Regular City Commission Meeting

City of Hollywood Hollywood City Hall 2600 Hollywood Blvd Hollywood, FL 33020 http://www.hollywoodfl.org Meeting Minutes Wednesday, April 20, 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 April 20, 2016 . The Regular City Commission Meeting of the City of Hollywood, Florida, was called to order by Mayor Bober on Wednesday, April 20, 2016 at 1:30 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 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-2016-100 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Calling For The General Election And A Special Election To Be Held On November 8, 2016; And Authorizing And Directing The City Clerk To Take Certain Actions In Connection Therewith. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Blattner, seconded by Commissioner Callari and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 6. R-2016-101 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The Attached Letter Renewing The Agreement Between The City Of Hollywood And Lewis, Longman & Walker, P.A. For Legal Services And To Expend Funds For Fiscal Year 2016 In An Amount Not To Exceed $75,000.00. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Blattner, seconded by Commissioner Callari and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) City of Hollywood Page 1 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes April 20, 2016 7. R-2016-102 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Ratifying The City’s Grant Application For The FY 2015/2016 Broward County Transportation Department Transit Division Grant; Accepting The Grant In The Approximate Amount $15.00 Per Service Hour For Each Route; Amending The Budget Of The Special Programs Fund (11) Of The Fiscal Year 2016 Operating Budget Adopted And Approved By Resolution R-2015-294, As Amended, And As Detailed In The Attached Exhibit 1; Revising And Recognizing Operating Revenues; Authorizing Budgetary Adjustments And Appropriations; Authorizing The Department Of Financial Services To Establish The Accounts To Properly Monitor And Track The Revenues And Appropriations, As Needed; And Further Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute Any And All Applicable Grant Documents and Agreement(s). ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Blattner, seconded by Commissioner Callari and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 8. R-2016-103 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The Attached Interlocal Agreement Between The City Of Hollywood And The City Of Hollywood Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) For Community Bus And Transit Services And Authorizing The Establishment Of Certain Accounts To Recognize And Appropriate The Funding Received By The City From The Broward County Community Bus Service Grant. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Blattner, seconded by Commissioner Callari and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 9. R-2016-104 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Issue The Attached Blanket Purchase Order Agreement Renewing And Amending The Agreement Between Life Extension Clinics, Inc. D/B/A Life Scan Wellness Centers And The City Of Hollywood To Provide Annual Health Screening Physicals For Fire Rescue & Beach Safety And Ancillary Personnel, To Include Fire Rescue & Beach Safety Management Personnel, For The Same Estimated Annual Expenditure Of $75,000.00. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Blattner, seconded by Commissioner Callari and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) City of Hollywood Page 2 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes April 20, 2016 10. R-2016-105 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Reject All Proposals For RFP Number RFP-4485-16-RL For The Purchase And Redevelopment Of 1203 N. Federal Highway. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Blattner, seconded by Commissioner Callari and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 12. R-2016-107 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Official To Issue The Attached Purchase Order Between Elite Aluminum Corporation d/b/a Elite Panel Products And The City Of Hollywood For The Purchase Of One (1) Expandable Fold-Out Portable Shelter And Related Equipment In The Amount Not To Exceed $72,454.43. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Blattner, seconded by Commissioner Callari and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 13. R-2016-108 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Execution By The Appropriate City Officials To Increase The Attached Blanket Purchase Order By $57,456.00 For Tutorial Services Between The City Of Hollywood And Russell Life Skills And Reading Foundation For The Remainder Of The Initial Contract Term (September 30, 2016) For A Total Amount Of $126,252.00. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Blattner, seconded by Commissioner Callari and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 14. R-2016-109 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The Attached Afterschool Meals Program Sponsor-Site Agreement For Unaffiliated Sites With Flipany Inc. As The Food Service Program Provider Through The State Of Florida, Department Of Agriculture And Consumer Services (DACS) And The Department Of Health (DOH) For The City Of Hollywood 2016 Summer Camp (4 Sites) And 2016-1017 Aftercare Program (1 Site). ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Blattner, seconded by Commissioner Callari and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 15. R-2016-110 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Issue The City of Hollywood Page 3 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes April 20, 2016 Attached Purchase Order Between Govconnection, Inc. And The City Of Hollywood For The Purchase Of Brother Pocketjet Thermal Printers With Accessories And A (2) Years Extended Warranty In An Amount Not To Exceed $47,547.00. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Blattner, seconded by Commissioner Callari and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 16. R-2016-111 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 No. B&C 16-01 Between Brown And Caldwell And The City Of Hollywood For Professional Engineering And Administrative Services On An As-Needed Basis And For An Amount Not To Exceed $100,000.00 (City Project No. 16-1319). ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Blattner, seconded by Commissioner Callari and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 17. R-2016-112 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Use Of The City’s Sole Source Exemption To Issue A Purchase Order To AWC Incorporated For The Purchase Of Two Process Flow Meters For Oxygenation Trains 1 And 2 Located At The Southern Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant In An Amount Of $64,400.00. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Blattner, seconded by Commissioner Callari and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 18. P-2016-025 Proclamation In Recognition Of The City Of Hollywood Becoming A Purple Heart City - April 20, 2016. Commissioner Blattner read the proclamation in recognition of the City of Hollywood becoming a Purple Heart City - April 20, 2016. Lewis Colon, United States Navy, Radio Communications - Third Class Petty Officer, accepted the proclamation and thanked the Commission for the recognition. 19. P-2016-026 Proclamation In Recognition Of Guardian Ad Litem Volunteer Day, April 20, 2016. Mayor Bober read the proclamation in recognition of Guardian Ad Litem Volunteer Day, April 20, 2016. City of Hollywood Page 4 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes April 20, 2016 Steve Thacker, Florida Statewide Guardian Ad Litem Office, accepted the proclamation and thanked the Commission for the recognition. 20. PO-2016-06 An Ordinance Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending Chapter 92 Of The Code Of Ordinances Entitled “Animals” To Prohibit The Sale Of Dogs And Cats From Pet Shops; Providing For Exceptions, Requiring A Certificate Of Source; Providing For A Severability Clause, A Repealer Provision, And An Effective Date. Lorie Mertens-Black, Chief Civic Affairs Officer, provided an introduction to the ordinance. The following individuals expressed personal opinions/concerns: 1. Prasnant Patel, 1150 S. Federal Highway 2. Ashley Lehamn, 1901 N. Federal Highway 3. Madisen Barcy, 1204 N 31 Court 4. Kim Biedermann, 1815 Buchanan Street, Unit 3 5. Jerry Edelman 6. Sara Grant, 3233 Van Buren Street 7. Keith London, 613 Oleander Drive 8. Dominick Casel, Diamonds and Doggies 9. Tatiana Chavez, 2519 NE 135th Street 10. Hunter Altschul, 921 SE 5th Court Commissioner Callari left the meeting at 2:05 PM and returned at 2:07 PM. 11. Victoria Benvenuto, 2212 Polk Street, Apt 1 12. Elizabeth Dash, South Broward High School 13. Claudia Mathis, 5460 NW 79th Way 14. Ximena Sepulveda, 120 W Bayridge Drive 15. Fran Badlotto, 11181 NW 46 Drive 16. Ghazal Yajali, 11181 NW 46 Drive 17. Ana Campos, 817 SW 8th Avenue 18. Ana Bueno, 4610 Jefferson Street 19. Judith Werr, 91 NE 46 Street 20. Ken Pelton, Cooper City 21. Trish Conroy, 365 SE 6th Avenue 22. Kathy Pelton, Cooper City 23. James Wildman, 4740 NE 8th Terrace 24. Cathy Hartneu, 1315 SW 21 Avenue 25. Sandra Machado, Learned Behaviors Dog Training 26. Beth Hirschfeld, Hirschfeld Vetinary Consulting 27. Don Anthony, 1431 N. Federal Highway 28. Audree Berg, 1515 SW 1st Avenue 29. Stephanie Hochberger, Hochberger Law City of Hollywood Page 5 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes April 20, 2016 30. Orlando Valdez, 2791 NW 4th Street 31. Joanne Oyen, 1720 NW 106th Commissioner Blattner left the meeting at 2:47 PM and returned at PM. 32. Vicki Siegal, Petland 33. Bob Yarnall, American Canine Association 34. Joseph Dagher, Puppy Plus 35. Wendy Schugar-Martin, 5297 SW 34 Way 36. Doreen Pluschau, 5110 Grant Street 37. Wayne Haughton, 5912 Tyler Street 38. Alex Faul, Puppy Palace 39. Natalie Fox, 2112 N 14 Terrace 40. Alexandra Groenevelt, Puppy Palace 41. Simon Rosenberg, Petland, Pembroke Pines 42. Paul Camilo, 5532 SW 1st Court, Plantation 43. Michele Lazarow, 2621 NE 10 Street 44. Judy Norford, 5909 Hollywood Blvd 45. Ron Book, Ronald Book, P.A. 46. Jade Perez, Puppy Palace 47. Mariel Perez, Puppy Palace 48. Jessica Benzaken 49. Kathleen Lewis 50. Sara Bajger, 11811 NW 13 Street 51. Melissa Marie Manamon, 2024 N 23rd Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. Commissioner Callari left the meeting at 3:44 PM and returned at 3:49 PM. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Blattner, which was seconded by Mayor Bober, to adopt on first reading the Ordinance. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Biederman, which was seconded by Commissioner Blattner, to amend the Ordinance to include subsection A(4) to allow the sale of an animal that is AKC or equivalent certified. On a voice vote the motion passed 5-2. Commissioner Asseff and Commissioner Callari were opposed. City of Hollywood Page 6 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes April 20, 2016 ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Sherwood to amend the amendment to require a veterinary certificate certifying the animal is healthy and able to be sold. The motion died due to lack of a second. The City Clerk read the ordinance title on first reading. ACTION: On roll call vote the motion to adopt the Ordinance as amended carried: Aye: Vice Mayor Hernandez Commissioner Blattner Commissioner Biederman Commissioner Sherwood Mayor Bober Nay: Commissioner Asseff Commissioner Callari 11. R-2016-106 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Apply For And If Awarded, Accept Residential Construction Mitigation Program Grant Funds From The State Of Florida Division Of Emergency Management In The Approximate Amount Of $194,000.00 To Provide Funding For Mitigation Retrofit Improvements For Eligible Households In Hollywood; Amending The Budget Of The Special Programs Fund (11) Of The Fiscal Year 2016 Operating Budget Adopted And Approved By Resolution R-2015-294, As Amended, And As Detailed In The Attached Exhibit 1; Revising And Recognizing Operating Revenues; Authorizing Budgetary Adjustments, Appropriations And Transfers; Authorizing The Department Of Financial Services To Establish The Accounts To Properly Monitor And Track The Revenues And Appropriations, As Needed, And, Further, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute Any And All Applicable Grant Documents And Agreement(s). Commissioner Sherwood left the meeting at 4:26 PM. Commissioner Biederman declared a voting conflict. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Blattner, which was seconded by Commissioner Callari, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed 5-0. Commisioner Biederman abstained and Commissioner Sherwood was absent. 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. City of Hollywood Page 7 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes April 20, 2016 The Mayor announced the ordinance was advertised in conformance with Florida Statutes and City Codes. The public hearing was opened and the following individuals expressed personal opinions/concerns: 1. Bill Huddleston, IAFF 2. Jeff Marano, PBA 3. Chris Cassidy, AFSCME Being there was no one further who wished to speak, the public hearing was closed. Commissioner Sherwood returned to the meeting at 4:28 PM. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. Commissioner Blattner left the meeting at 4:31 PM and returned at 4:33 PM. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. Commissioner Biederman left the meeting at 4:38 PM and returned at 4:39 PM. Jeffrey P. Sheffel, City Attorney, provided additional information. The City Clerk read the title of the ordinance on second and final reading. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Asseff, which was seconded by Commissioner Callari, to deny 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 22. PO-2016-07 An Ordinance Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending Sections 33.025 And 33.029 Of The Code Of Ordinances To Incorporate Pension Provisions Of New Collective Bargaining Agreements With AFSCME. The City Clerk read the title of the ordinance on first reading. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Biederman, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, to adopt on first reading the Ordinance. The motion on roll call vote carried: City of Hollywood Page 8 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes April 20, 2016 Aye: Commissioner Asseff Vice Mayor Hernandez Commissioner Callari Commissioner Blattner Commissioner Biederman Commissioner Sherwood Mayor Bober Enactment No: O-2016-06 23. PO-2016-08 An Ordinance Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending The Subchapter Of Chapter 33 Of The Code Of Ordinances Titled “Firefighter’s Pension And Retirement”; Amending Section 33.042 Of The Code Of Ordinances Regarding Disability Pension Benefits; Amending Section 33.061 Regarding The Deferred Retirement Option Plan. The City Clerk read the ordinance title on first reading. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Asseff, which was seconded by Commissioner Callari, 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-2016-07 24. PO-2016-09 An Ordinance Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending Section 33.025 Of The Code Of Ordinances, “Employees Retirement Fund”; Providing For Staggered Terms For Members of the Board Of Trustees Appointed By The City Commission; Providing For The Engagement Of Actuarial, Legal And Other Services By The Board Of Trustees, And Payment From The Fund For Such Services; Providing For An Annual Administrative Expense Budget And Report; Providing For Codification, Severability And Conflict; And Providing An Effective Date. The City Clerk read the ordinance title on first reading. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Asseff, which was seconded by Commissioner Callari, to adopt on first reading the Ordinance. The motion on roll call vote carried: City of Hollywood Page 9 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes April 20, 2016 Aye: Commissioner Asseff Vice Mayor Hernandez Commissioner Callari Commissioner Blattner Commissioner Biederman Commissioner Sherwood Mayor Bober Enactment No: O-2016-08 25. R-2016-113 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving The Local Housing Assistance Plan For Fiscal Years 2016 Through 2019 (LHAP) Pursuant To The State Housing Initiatives Partnership Program Act; Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute Any And All Documents Required For The LHAP; Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Submit The LHAP; And Providing For An Effective Date. The Mayor announced the resolution was advertised in conformance with Florida Statutes and City Codes. The public hearing was opened, being there was no one present who wished to speak, the public hearing was closed. Commissioner Biederman announced that he would abstain from voting due to a conflict of interest. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Sherwood, which was seconded by Commissioner Asseff, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed 6-0. Commissioner Biederman abstained. 26. R-2016-114 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Ranking The Proposers For The Operation Of The City’s Aftercare And Summer Camp Program Services; And Further Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Negotiate And Execute An Agreement Between The Highest Ranked Firm And The City Of Hollywood. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Sherwood, which was seconded by Commissioner Asseff, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 27. P-2016-027 Presentation By Karen Arndt, Assistant Public Works Director, To Provide Information On The Dumpster Enclosure Regulations For Discussion And Commission Direction. Karen Arndt, Assistant Director of Public Works; Andria Wingett, Assistant Director of Planning, and Jorge Camejo, CRA Executive Director, provided a presentation on dumpster enclosure regulations. City of Hollywood Page 10 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes April 20, 2016 Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. 28. CITIZENS’ COMMENTS The following individuals expressed personal opinons/concerns: 1. Bettina August, 2719 Bruce Terrace Vice Mayor Hernandez left the meetiing at 5:07 PM and returned at 5:08 PM. 2. Judy Bates, Boulevard Heights Neighborhood Association 3. Dawn Joseph, 6610 Tyler Street 4. Carlos Marcos, 6611 Greene Street 5. Lina Anderson, 2334 Farragut Street 6. Kaplan Lambert, 1900 Tyler Street 7. Maria Jackson, 2305 Fletcher Street Commissioner Asseff left the meeting at 5:25 PM and returned at 5:27 PM. 8. Catherine Uden, Surfrider Foundation 9. Raul Ortiz, 7100 Tyler Street 10. Jackie Warenda, 2513 N 28 Avenue 11. Tony Wilson, All Pro Electric 12. Crystal Hakes, 2716 Bruce Terrace 13. David Gundler, 2513 N 28 Avenue 14. Peter Lowell, 2704 Bruce Terrace 29. Commissioner Sherwood, District 6 Commissioner Biederman left the meeting at 5:33 PM and returned at 5:36 PM. Grand Opening of Walmart Commissioner Sherwood thanked the City Commission for meeting her at 7:00 AM for the grand opening of Walmart. More than 200 people attended the event. Walmart is still looking for workers and has 400 positions available, with a starting salary of $13.56 hour. Washington Park Community Meeting Commissioner Sherwood announced on April 26, 2016 she will be facilitating a meeting with the warehouse district in Washington Park . In attendance will be the Police Chief, Fire Chief, Code Compliance, and two Assistant City Managers. The meeting is to work on cleaning City of Hollywood Page 11 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes April 20, 2016 up the district which has become an issue as ambulances and fire trucks are unable to get down the street. Pembroke Pines Landscape Wall Commissioner Sherwood explained the condition of the wall along Pines Boulevard between McArthur and 72nd Avenue. The City has put funds aside for planting of bushes, and she questioned if the funds can be disbursed sooner than the 3 months. This would be helpful because this is one of the worse looking areas around. 441 Re-Zoning Commissioner Sherwood explained she is happy the City is moving forward with the 441 re-zoning, and working along with the TLC. Bruce Terrace Mural Commissioner Sherwood asked for Commission support to help the residents on Bruce Terrace with obtaining the mural. Commissioner Callari supported the request. 30. Commissioner Asseff, District 1 Fund Raiser Commissioner Asseff stated she attended an event called Friends of the Homeless at Face group. The group wants to help our homeless and she feels the City should try to get some communication with them; they want to see what our needs and wants are. Commissioner Asseff suggested the Homeless Coordinator speak with them as to how we can do some fund raisers. Beach Parking Commissioner Asseff explained residents are complaining that they can not go to the beach because of the cost of parking. She requested support from the City Commission for a reasonable price parking pass for residents, and a tiered program for senior citizens and low income for the people who live in Hollywood. Commissioner Sherwood and Commissioner Callari supported the request. Commissioner Sherwood left the meeting at 5:37 PM. Attended Seminar Commissioner Asseff explained she attended a seminar for the National League of Cities called Big Cities, Big Issues. Based upon what she learned at the seminar, the City should make residents aware the sewer and water lines underneath their homes are not covered by the City. There is an insurance plan to help cover City of Hollywood Page 12 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes April 20, 2016 replacement costs. Depending on the plan chosen by the homeowner, the City will get a certain amount in return. It is not a money maker, but a program to help property owners. She asked the City Manager to look into this program. 31. Vice Mayor Hernandez, District 2 Liberia Lighting Vice Mayor Hernandez explained at the last meeting, the Liberia lighting was discussed, now some lights are out, and requested staff research this issue. Street Line Striping Vice Mayor Hernandez stated the street line striping along the curb on 24th Avenue, needs to be done, this includes the curb and the middle of the street. Community Center Vice Mayor Hernandez explained the Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts is waiting for the Department of Public Works to work on the fencing for the community center, as it has been over a year. It is his understanding the City is in the process of acquiring bids, he requested to know the status. Royal Poinciana Vice Mayor Hernandez explained Royal Poinciana is having problems with street parking and the sale of residential properties as multi-families due to illegal conversions without permits. Parkside Vice Mayor Hernandez requested support from the City Commission to have one-way streets in Parkside, due to parking on one side, as they are currently two-way streets. Commissioner Callari supported the request. Sidewalks Vice Mayor Hernandez explained in Royal Poinciana, when the FDOT contractor installed the sidewalks they left a 4 inch gap, between the sidewalks and curb, which is dangerous. Also, when the sidewalks are curbed around trees, there is not enough sidewalk area and in some areas it is not restored properly. Beach Parking Vice Mayor Hernandez explained it was brought to his attention that the Beach CRA has allowed temporary gravel parking areas. He questioned when will the temporary areas be removed. There are City of Hollywood Page 13 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes April 20, 2016 complaints about the lack of parking areas. He questioned if the City wants to expand the program citywide or not, due to environmental issues. Plastic Styrofoam Containers Vice Mayor Hernandez stated the City has an ordinance for the beach banning plastic and styrofoam containers, allowing only paper containers on the beach. He questioned if the City can enforce it, including at the Margaritaville Hotel. Penny Sales Tax Resolution Vice Mayor Hernandez stated the resolution at the last meeting for the penny sales tax was a great presentation, with the propossed distribution of 60% for the Cities and 40% for the County. Yet articles he read in the newspaper stated the City’s representative voted against the issue. He does not understand why. Commissioner Sherwood returned to the meeting at 5:43 PM. 32. Commissioner Callari, District 3 Beach Parking Commissioner Callari suggested since the City is looking at a resident parking pass, there is a need to increase parking fees for non-residents, and on the weekend and holidays for non-residents. Floatopia Event Commissioner Callari stated the City needs to prepare for a Floatopia Event, similar to what happened at the City of Miami Beach, so it does not happen to us. Plastic Styrofoam Containers Commissioner Callari suggested a charge of 5 cents per plastic bag, or beach visitors can bring their own recycled bags to the beach. E-911 Issues Commissioner Callari agreed with the statements by residents made on E-911 issues, it is something she has been disappointed with, it is a big issue which needs a lot of work and safety is the number one thing. C-10 Canal Commissioner Callari explained the homeless are barricading and hanging out in the C-10 area behind Stan Goldman Park, which continues to be an ongoing issue. The Police boat has been patrolling; she asked for additional Police boat patrols. Also, pollution City of Hollywood Page 14 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes April 20, 2016 in the C-10 is a big concern, and if possible, she requested an increase in patrols. Announcements Commissioner Callari announced FPL has opened their clean air power plant in Port Everglades. Commissioner Callari stated she attended the grand opening of Walmart, it was exciting to see the new things happening in the City. Commissioner Callari announced Memorial Regional Hospital hired Mr. Alerio Fernandez from within, which many in the community were supporting. Commissioner Callari explained the State of Florida at the Capital Building has created a Holocaust Memorial, she attended the memorial ceremony and met a Holocaust survivor. New Trees Commissioner Callari requested new trees on North Park Road to replace the ones which were blown down during Hurricane Wilma. Stan Goldman Park Commissioner Callari explained at Stan Goldman Park, there has been an increased amount of litter which is accumulating outside of the dog park. Swale Parking Commissioner Callari explained swale parking is a continuous issue, complaints are that most of the violations are happening after hours and on weekends, she asked staff to address this issue. Hollywood Hills Civic Association Commissioner Callari announced tonight is the Hollywood Hills Civic Association meeting. 33. Commissioner Blattner, District 4 Penny Sales Tax Commissioner Blattner provided an update on the penny infrastructure sur-tax, which was passed by enough cities to be placed on the ballot . The resolution states distribution would be 60/40 City/County split. The County proposed a 70/30 County/City split. The MPO met Thursday and voted nineteen to six, which are all twenty-five voting members, to support the 70/30 split. There needs to be additional meetings, regarding this issue to have an interlocal agreement . City of Hollywood Page 15 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes April 20, 2016 Commissioner Blattner believes they will not come to an agreement. Pines/Hollywood Blvd Bushes/Walls Commissioner Blattner explained he spoke to City of Pembroke Pines Mayor Ortis regarding the wall they are installing on the south side of Pines Boulevard. Hollywood will be installing bushes on the north side, in front of the current concrete slab fences which belong to the homeowners. Commissioner Blattner suggested the City find a source for the money to install a wall on the north side, then the concrete slab fences can be removed. Sober Houses Commissioner Blattner explained he met with State Legislators in Tallahassee yesterday. Congresswoman Lois Frankel and Secretary of HUD Julia Castro wrote a letter advising the City about a May 2, 2016 meeting in Palm Beach County, and he requested that staff put together a list of things which should be in a city ordinance to prevent Sober Houses, which are a blight in our community. 34. Commissioner Biederman, District 5 Thanks Commissioner Biederman thanked residents of Tyler Street for coming out today to voice their opinions. Pembroke Pines/Hollywood Blvd Bushes/Walls Commissioner Biederman thanked the City Commission for support in installing new bushes along the north side of Hollywood/Pines Blvd. by making it more beautiful and protecting the residents from traffic, noise and pollution. Turn / Stop Signals Commissioner Biederman stated that on 72nd Avenue and Taft Street there are no turn signals going north or south bound and suggested Broward County be contacted to have it re-evaluated to add turn signals from 72nd Avenue to Taft Street. In addition, on Arthur Street, west of 72nd Avenue around 73rd Terrace and 74th Way a four way stop sign is needed to slow down speeders. Clean Up Commissioner Biederman thanked staff for their diligence on working to clean up the houses at 6601 Mosley Street and 1901 Taft Street. Relay for Life Commissioner Biederman thanked the residents and employees for participating in the Relay for Life event at the ArtsPark this past City of Hollywood Page 16 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes April 20, 2016 weekend. The City team raised over $12,000.00 to fight cancer. Beach Parking Commissioner Biederman explained he supports the beach parking pass for city residents. Outlaw Tow Boots Commissioner Biederman asked for City Commission support to outlaw tow boots on parked cars in private parking lots, as there have been a lot of complaints. Commissioner Hernandez supported the request. Driveway Commissioner Biederman questioned if there is a City Code which requires a house when it is being renovated to have a hard surface to park on, which would require an installed driveway. There are several houses in Boulevard Heights which do not have driveways and the residents are abusing the parking all over the yards. Salute to the Fallen Event Commissioner Biederman announced the 3rd Annual Salute to the Fallen event on May 27, 2016 at Boulevard Heights Community Center, the entertainment will be the Florida National Guard Band. 35. Mayor Bober Walmart Mayor Bober acknowledged the importance of the opening of Walmart and was pleased with the outcome. Homeless Mayor Bober thanked the residents for coming out to discuss their views on the mural and homeless issue on the overpass. Mayor Bober advocated the enforcement of the ordinance ban on panhandling in the street. Twenty Dollar Bill Mayor Bober explained the Secretary of Treasury announced that in the coming years the face on the $20.00 bill will be changed to Harriet Tubman. It has been over a century since any woman has been on any currency. Equal Pay Day Mayor Bober explained today is Equal Pay Day, which brings attention to the fact that woman usually make less than men make in doing the same work, he is interested if there an issue in City. City of Hollywood Page 17 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes April 20, 2016 36. City Attorney ICON Lawsuit/GrayRobinson Jeffrey P. Sheffel, City Attorney, explained the Resolution distributed is to authorize an increase of funds to be paid to outside counsel regarding the ICON lawsuit. The City Manager and CRA Director arranged the cost would be split because both are defendants in the lawsuit. . R-2016-115 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Pay Grayrobinson, P.A. For Legal Services In The Icon Office Building Property Matter In An Amount Not To Exceed $125,000.00 For Fy 2016; Amending The Fiscal Year 2016 Adopted Operating Budget (R-2015-294), As Detailed In The Attached Exhibit 1, Revising Operating Revenues, Authorizing Budgetary Transfers And Adjustments, Reauthorizing And Re-Appropriating Certain Funding; Authorizing The Department Of Financial Services To Establish Accounts As May Be Needed; And Providing An Effective Date. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Blattner, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 37. City Manager Shredding Event Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, announced a shredding event on Saturday at City Hall for City residents, verification of residency must be provided, no phone books will be shredded. Resiliency Action Plan Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, announced on April 27, 2016 between 6:00 PM and 8:30 PM at Boulevard Heights Community Center there will be a discussion on a Resiliency Action Plan. Dania Beach Blvd. Bridge Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, announced the Dania Beach Blvd. bridge will be opening partially tonight, with only two lanes of traffic each way being available. The project is expected to be completed sometime this summer. City of Hollywood Page 18 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes April 20, 2016 38. The meeting adjourned at 6:10 PM. ______________________________ Patricia A. Cerny, MMC City Clerk Hollywood, Florida Approved on: ______________________ City of Hollywood Page 19