Regular City Commission Meeting

City of Hollywood Hollywood City Hall 2600 Hollywood Blvd Hollywood, FL 33020 http://www.hollywoodfl.org Meeting Minutes - Final Wednesday, August 31, 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 - Final August 31, 2016 . The Regular City Commission Meeting of the City of Hollywood, Florida, was called to order by Mayor Bober on Wednesday, August 31, 2016 at 1:04 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 Asseff, seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, to approve the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) Aye: Commissioner Asseff Vice Mayor Hernandez Commissioner Callari Commissioner Blattner Commissioner Biederman Commissioner Sherwood Mayor Bober 5. R-2016-227 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving The First Amendment To The Settlement Agreement With Broward County For The Litigation Styled City Of Sunrise Et. Al. V Broward County; Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The Attached First Amendment; Providing For Severability; Providing For Conflicts; And Providing For An Effective Date. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Asseff, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) City of Hollywood Page 1 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final August 31, 2016 6. R-2016-228 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The City Attorney To File Civil Actions To Collect Unpaid And Delinquent Civil Beach Citations. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Asseff, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 7. R-2016-229 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The City Attorney To File Civil Actions For Abatement Of Public Nuisances. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Asseff, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 8. R-2016-230 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Mayor To Sign the Attached Response To the Claim Of George Valdivia and Luis Valdivia Under The Bert J. Harris Private Property Rights Protection Act Regarding The Development Located Just North Of Farragut Street Between N 74 Ave And N 72 Ave. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Asseff, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 9. R-2016-231 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving The Regular City Commission Meeting Minutes Of March 2, 2016. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Asseff, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 10. R-2016-232 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving The Regular City Commission Meeting Minutes Of March 16, 2016. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Asseff, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 12. R-2016-234 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The Attached Agreement Between The Highest Ranked Firm And The City Of Hollywood To Provide Identity Theft Protection Services. City of Hollywood Page 2 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final August 31, 2016 ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Asseff, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 13. R-2016-235 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The Attached Host Agency Agreement Between AARP Foundation And The City Of Hollywood For Joint Engagement In The Senior Community Service Employment Program. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Asseff, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 14. R-2016-236 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Bind The Policy For One New Property Insurance Policy And One New Flood Insurance Policy For Which No Property And Flood Insurance Coverage Is In Place For A Not To Exceed Amount Of $5,000.00. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Asseff, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 17. R-2016-239 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving The Execution Of A Quit Claim Deed For The East 10 Feet Of Lots 4 And 5, In Block 6, Of Hollywood Park, And Acknowledging The Property Has Not Been Used For Road Right Of Way Purposes, Located West Of Dixie Highway, South Of Taft Street, More Specifically As Described In Exhibit “A”, Attached Hereto 01). ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Asseff, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 18. R-2016-240 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving The Extension Of The Existing Sublease Agreement Between JCD Golf Of Florida, Inc. (“JCD”), And Nikki’s On The Green, Inc., For The Operation Of Food And Beverage Services At Orangebrook Golf And Country Club To Coincide With The Existing Management Agreement Between The City And JCD. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Asseff, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) City of Hollywood Page 3 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final August 31, 2016 20. R-2016-242 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 16-03 Between Brown And Caldwell And The City Of Hollywood To Provide Professional Engineering Services For The Assessment Of Alternatives For Backup Disposal Of Concentrate Study, In An Amount Not To Exceed $42,694.00 (Project No. 16-4041). ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Asseff, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 21. R-2016-243 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The Attached Interlocal Agreement Between Broward County And The City Of Hollywood For Cost Share Support Of A Water Conservation Incentives Program, For A Five (5) Year Period; And Approving And Authorizing An Amendment To The Approved Fiscal Year 2016 Capital Improvement Program In An Amount Not To Exceed $80,965.00 As More Specifically Set Forth In Exhibit “A”. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Asseff, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 22. R-2016-244 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Issue The Attached Blanket Purchase Order Between The City Of Hollywood And Allied Universal Corporation For The Supply Of Sodium Hydroxide (Less Than A Truckload) Increasing The Contract Amount By $40,000.00 For A Total Annual Contract Amount Of $64,000.00 For The Remainder Of The Contract Term (April 16, 2017). ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Asseff, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 23. R-2016-245 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The Attached Agreement Between Sun Up Enterprises, Inc. And The City Of Hollywood For The Lift Station E-8 Force Main Replacement, As Part Of The Gravity Sewer System Condition Assessment, Renewal Program (Level 2) As Identified In The 2007/2008 Wastewater System Master Plan, In The Amount Of $156,220.00 (Project No. 15-7076). ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Asseff, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) City of Hollywood Page 4 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final August 31, 2016 24. R-2016-246 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 Amendment No. 1 To Work Order No. MPI 15-03 Between Malcolm Pirnie/Arcadis U.S., Inc. And The City Of Hollywood To Provide Additional Professional Engineering Services For The Water Treatment Plant High Service Pump Station Upgrade, As Identified In The 2007 Water System Master Plan, In A Lump Sum Amount Of $46,200.00 Increasing The Total Contract Amount To $299,600.00(Project No. 14-4233). ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Asseff, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 25. R-2016-247 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The Attached State Of Florida Department Of Transportation (FDOT) Utility Work By Highway Contractor Agreement, In The Estimated Amount Of $600,000.00, For The Water Main Replacement On Hollywood Boulevard, From City Hall To Dixie Highway, As Identified In The 2007 Water System Master Plan (City Project No. 15-5130); And Further Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The Attached Three Party Escrow Agreement. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Asseff, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 26. R-2016-248 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Issue The Attached Blanket Purchase Orders Between Al’s Transmissions, Inc. D/B/A Aaction Better Built Transmission, Gold Coast Transmissions, Inc. And Kaydon Enterprises, Inc. D/B/A Aamco Transmissions And The City Of Hollywood For Transmission Repair And Replacement Services For General And Police Vehicles For An Estimated Annual Expenditure Of $75,000.00. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Asseff, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 27. R-2016-249 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Execution By The Appropriate City Officials Of The Attached Second Amendment To The Commingled Waste Disposal Services Agreement Between The City Of Hollywood And Waste Management Inc. Of Florida; And Approving City of Hollywood Page 5 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final August 31, 2016 and Authorizing The Issuance Of the Attached Blanket Purchase Order Increasing The Estimated Annual Expenditure For Said Services To An Estimated Annual Amount Of $862,000.00 For The Remainder Of The Initial Five Year Contract Term (July 14, 2018). ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Asseff, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 28. R-2016-250 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Repealing Resolution Number R-2016-091 Which Approved The Issuance Of A Purchase Order For The Purchase Of One (1) 2016 International Terrastar Model 4300 SBA (4X2) With One (1) Altec AT40G Telescoping/Articulating Aerial Device (Bucket Truck) And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Issue The Attached Purchase Order Between Rechtien International Truck, Inc. And The City Of Hollywood For The Purchase Of One (1) 2017 International Durastar Model 4300 SBA (4X2) With One (1) Altec AT40G Telescoping/Articulating Aerial Device (Bucket Truck) In An Amount Not To Exceed $140,158.00. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Asseff, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 29. R-2016-251 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Issue The Attached Blanket Purchase Order Between Flamingo Oil Corporation D/B/A Flamingo Oil Company And The City Of Hollywood, For The Supply And Delivery Of Automotive Oils, Lubricants And Grease For An Estimated Annual Expenditure Of $88,000.00. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Asseff, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 30. R-2016-252 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Issue The Attached Blanket Purchase Order Renewing The Agreement Between Strobes-R-Us, Inc. And The City Of Hollywood For The Purchase, Supply And Installation Of Emergency And Related Equipment For Law Enforcement Vehicles And General Fleet Vehicles As Needed For An Estimated Annual Expenditure Of $254,000.00. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Asseff, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) City of Hollywood Page 6 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final August 31, 2016 31. P-2016-052 Presentation By David Vazquez, Assistant Director Of Parks, Recreation And Cultural Arts, On The “Be Water Smart” Video Created For The Aquatics Program At Driftwood Pool. David Vazquez, Assistant Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts, introduced Maria Little, Parks Manager - Recreation and Aquatics. Maria Little, Parks Manager - Recreation and Aquatics, explained the aquatic program and presented the "Be Water Smart" video. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. 11. R-2016-233 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Expenditure Of Funds To Be Paid To The Broward Metropolitan Planning Organization In The Amount Of $49,269.00 As The City’s Contribution Toward The Education Campaign For The Upcoming Transportation And Infrastructure Surtax Referendums. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, responded to questions raised by the City 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) 15. R-2016-237 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving The Allocation Of Community Development Block Grants (CDBG) Funds To Various Eligible Agencies And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The Attached Agreements With Each Eligible Agency For A Total Allocation Of Community Development Block Grant Funds In The Amount Of $65,058.00. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Sherwood, which was seconded by Commissioner Asseff, to continue the Resolution until the September 21, 2016 Regular Commission Meeting. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 16. R-2016-238 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The Attached Highway Maintenance Memorandum Of Agreement Between The City Of Hollywood And The Florida Department Of Transportation, And Approving The Temporary Closure Of 24th Avenue, At The Intersection With Hollywood Boulevard, For The Reconstruction Of Hollywood Boulevard From City Hall Circle To Dixie Highway, By The City of Hollywood Page 7 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final August 31, 2016 Florida Department Of Transportation Through Broward County MPO Complete Streets Funding (State FM No. 43466-1-52-01). Cliff Germano, 1627 N 28 Court, expressed personal opinions/concerns. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. Luis Lopez, City Engineer, responded to questions raised by the Commission. ACTION: Motion was made by Vice Mayor Hernandez, which was seconded by Commissioner Callari, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 19. R-2016-241 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 16-02 Between Brown And Caldwell And The City Of Hollywood To Provide Professional Engineering Services For The Water Main Replacement Program From Hollywood Boulevard To Johnson Street And Between North 52nd Avenue And State Road 7, As Identified In The 2007 Water System Master Plan, In The Not To Exceed Amount Of $692,643.00 (Project No. 16-5131). Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. Steve Joseph, Director of Public Utilities, responded to questions raised by the Commission. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Blattner, which was seconded by Commissioner Callari, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 32. R-2016-253 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving The “3080 Sheridan Warehouse” Plat, Being In The City Of Hollywood, Broward County, Florida, Generally Located South of Sheridan Street, West of the CSX Railroad and East of North 31st Avenue. (P-16-03). The City Attorney explained waiving the quasi-judicial procedures and Mayor Bober questioned if there were any objections to waiving them . There were no objections, and the quasi-judicial procedures were waived. Luis Lopez, City Engineer, explained the intent of the resolution. Vice Mayor Hernandez asked the City Attorney if he may have a conflict of interest. Jeffrey P. Sheffel, City Attorney, responded stating City of Hollywood Page 8 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final August 31, 2016 in his opinion Commissioner Hernandez has no conflict. Commissioner Hernandez expressed his opinion on him having an appearance of a conflict and stated he would abstain from voting. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Biederman, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed 6-0. Commissioner Hernandez abstained. 33. PO-2016-15 An Ordinance Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending Chapter 34 Of The Code Of Ordinances, Entitled “Code Of Ethics”, Creating A New Section 34.06 Entitled, “Doing Business With The City Prohibited”; Providing For A Severability Clause, A Repealer Provision, And An Effective Date. Cliff Germano, 1627 N 28 Court, expressed personal opinions/concerns. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. Jeffrey P. Sheffel, City Attorney, responded to questions raised by the Commission. Commissioner Callari left the meeting at 2:12 PM and returned at 2:14 PM. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, to continue the Ordinance until the September 7, 2016 Regular Commission Meeting. The motion on roll call vote carried: Aye: Commissioner Asseff Commissioner Callari Commissioner Blattner Commissioner Sherwood Mayor Bober Nay: Commissioner Biederman Abstain: Vice Mayor Hernandez Enactment No: O-2016-20 34. PO-2016-16 An Ordinance Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending Article 9 Of The Zoning And Land Development Regulations Entitled “Vehicular Use Area Landscaping” To Increase The Minimum Threshold Value Of Improvement(s) To A Single Family Residence; And Providing For An Effective Date. (16-T-48) Dale Bryant, Landscape Architect, explained the intent of the City of Hollywood Page 9 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final August 31, 2016 ordinance. Commissioner Blattner left the meeting at 2:32 PM and returned at 2:33 PM. Mayor Bober passed the gavel to Vice Mayor Hernandez, left the meeting at 2:35 PM and returned at 2:36 PM. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. Thomas Barnett, Director of Development Services, provided additional information. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. The City Clerk read the ordinance title on first reading. ACTION: Motion was made by Vice Mayor Hernandez, which was seconded by Commissioner Callari, to adopt the Ordinance on first reading. 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-2016-17 35. PO-2016-17 An Ordinance Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending Section 38.40 Of The Code Of Ordinances Regarding Purchasing; Expanding Exemption For Purchases Of Insurance To Include Purchase Of Third Party Administrative Services When City Is Self-Insured. Tamie Hechler, Director of Human Resources, explained the intent of the ordinance. The City Clerk read the ordinance title on first reading. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Sherwood, which was seconded by Commissioner Callari, to adopt the Ordinance on first reading. The motion on roll call vote carried: Aye: Commissioner Asseff Vice Mayor Hernandez Commissioner Callari Commissioner Blattner Commissioner Biederman Commissioner Sherwood Mayor Bober City of Hollywood Page 10 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final August 31, 2016 Enactment No: O-2016-18 36. R-2016-254 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Implementation Of A Pilot Program Whereby Schedules Of Certain Departments Would Change To A 10-Hour Work Day, Four Days Per Week Commencing Monday, October 3, 2016, For A One Year Trial Period; Recognizing Cost Saving Estimates, Extended Customer Service Hours Provided To The Public, Environmental Impact Improvements, And Positive Employee Morale And Productivity Impact; Providing Details Regarding The Pilot Program; Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute Amendments To The Three AFSCME Collective Bargaining Agreements To Implement The Pilot Program; Providing For An Effective Date. Tammie Hechler, Director of Human Resources, explained the intent of the resolution. Commissioner Hernandez left the meeting at 2:55 PM and returned at 2:58 PM. The following individuals expressed personal opinions/concerns: 1. Linda Margolis, 1901 N 55 Avenue 2. Barry Wilen, 4806 Arthur Street Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, provided additional information. Commissioner Asseff left the meeting at 3:20 PM and returned at 3:22 PM. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. Commissioner Blattner left the meeting at 3:27 PM and returned at 3:28 PM. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Biederman, which was seconded by Commissioner Callari, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed 6-1. Commissioner Hernandez was opposed. 37. R-2016-255 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Appointing Two (2) Student Alternate Members To The Education Advisory Committee. City of Hollywood Page 11 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final August 31, 2016 Clay Milan, Community Development Manager, explained the intent of the resolution. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Asseff, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Hernandez, to adopt the Resolution appointing Ryan Sherota and Max Wiederhorn as student alternate members. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 38. R-2016-256 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Appointing Nine (9) Members To The Affordable Housing Advisory Committee. Vice Mayor Hernandez left the meeting at 3:36 PM. Anthony Grisby, Community Development and Programs Administrator, explained the intent of the resolution. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Asseff, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, to adopt the Resolution appointing Nancy Gaggino in the category of home building industry; Roary Carlson in the category of banking industry; David Kout in the category of advocate for low-income persons; Mohhamad Ronizi in the category of for-profit provider; Henry Graham in the category of not-for-profit provider; Sara Lavenka in the category of real estate professional; David Mcleod in the category of local planing; and Travis Bridges in the category of Hollywood resident. On a voice vote the motion passed 6-0. Vice Mayor Hernandez was absent. 39. R-2016-195 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending Resolution No. R-2010-320 In Order To Revise The Fees For Emergency Ambulance Transportation And To Include Fees For Non-Transport Treatment Services By The Hollywood Fire Rescue And Beach Safety Department And Providing An Effective Date. Vice Mayor Hernandez returned to the meeting at 3:40 PM. ACTION: Dr. Wazir Ishmael, CIty Manager, withdrew the resolution from consideration. 40. R-2016-257 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Issue A Purchase Order To Sunstate Meter & Supply, Inc. For The Purchase Of Neptune Advance Metering Infrastructure Equipment And Related Software; Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The Attached API License Agreement And N-Sight License And Service Agreement Between The City And Neptune Technology Group, Inc. City of Hollywood Page 12 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final August 31, 2016 For The Software And Training Of Said Equipment In Order To Replace The Existing Automated Meter Reading System In The Total Amount Of $6,393,725.00 (Inclusive Of License Fees And 1st Year Maintenance); And Approving An Amendment To The Fiscal Year 2016 Capital Improvement Program, As Set Forth In The Attached Exhibit “A”. Steve Joseph, Director of Public Utilities, provided a presentation on the intent of the resolution. Commissioner Sherwood left the meeting at 3:42 PM and returned at 3:46 PM. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. Jeffrey P. Sheffel, City Attorney, responded to questions raised by the City Commission. Mayor Bober passed the gavel to Vice Mayor Hernandez, left the meeting at 4:00 PM he returned at 4:01 PM. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. Jay Meyers, Sunstate Meter and Supply, Inc., responded to questions raised by the Commission. Commissioner Callari left the meeting at 4:20 PM and returned at 4:22 PM. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, provided additional information. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Asseff, which was seconded by Commissioner Blattner, to adopt the Resolution. The following individuals expressed personal opinions/concerns: 1. Jamie Mardis, 5315 Arthur Street 2. Cliff Germano, 1627 N 28 Court 3. Lynn Smith, 1939 Adams Street Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. Commissioner Blattner left the meeting at 5:06 PM and returned at 5:07 PM. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. City of Hollywood Page 13 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final August 31, 2016 ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Hernandez, to continue the Resolution to the September 7, 2016 Regular Commission Meeting. On a voice vote the motion passed 4-3. Commissioner Asseff, Commissioner Blattner and Mayor Bober were opposed. 41. R-2016-258 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Issue a Purchase Order Between Pedal Valves Inc. And The City Of Hollywood To Provide Installation Services For Neptune Advanced Metering Infrastructure Equipment To Replace The Existing Automated Meter Reading System In An Amount Of $1,816,635.10 And Approving An Amendment To The Fiscal Year 2016 Capital Improvement Program, As Set Forth In The Attached Exhibit “A”. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Blattner, which was seconded by Commissioner Callari, to continue the Resolution to the September 7, 2016 Regular Commission Meeting. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 42. CITIZENS’ COMMENTS The Commission recessed at 5:12 PM and reconvened at 5:16 PM with Commissioner Asseff absent. The following individuals expressed personal opinions/concerns: 1. Lunelle Siegel, SSHFL Commissioner Asseff returned to the meeting at 5:19 PM. 2. Allen Stone, 5101 5th Street, Zephyrhills, FL 3. Joanne Carbana 4. Brian Gordon, 1114 S Southlake Drive 5. Ron Yanks, The Keyes Co. and The Miami Association of Realtor 6. Pastor Michael Anderson, 2254 Douglas Street 7. Gary Smith, Remax Executive Realty 8. Timothy Flasher, 1051 Lincoln Street 9. Robin Cruise, CSBS, LLC 10. Nancy Fowler, 2616 Coolidge Street 11. Howard Elfman, Greater Fort Lauderdale Realtors 12. Gerry Falcon, 1043 Lincoln Street 13. Kevin Channer, Beach Safety 14. Andre Brown, 2316 Mayo Street 15. Jamie Mardis, 5315 Arthur Street 16. Mark Ross, 5626 Harding Street City of Hollywood Page 14 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final August 31, 2016 17. Cliff Germano, 1627 N 28 Court 18. Lon Tabachnick, 3501 N Ocean Drive 19. Emilio Benitez, 3400 North Surf Road, #7 20. Nick Savick, 3501 N. Ocean Drive 21. Maria Jackson, 2305 Fletcher Street 22. David Harris, 4000 N 41 Street 23. Benjamin Israel, 3881 N 41 Court 24. Karen Caputo, 2631 Garfield Street 25. Leo Mignot, 3230 N 37 Ave 26. Andrew Maxi, Pulte Homes 27. Patricia Antrican, 2534 Fillmore Street 43. Commissioner Biederman, District 5 Code Enforcement Commissioner Biederman explained his is proud of the great job the Code Enforcement staff has been doing to keep us safe and complimented the new Code Manager on putting everything into action. Lifeguards Commissioner Biederman stated it was good to see the city’s lifeguards in attendance at today’s meeting, especially after all the emails about cutting the positions. They are doing a great job. Sunset Golf Course Commissioner Biederman requested support for staff to review the appraisals for Sunset Golf Course, as he would like to know the possibilities for the property, if the City can turn it into a storm drainage area. Commissioner Callari, Commissioner Sherwood and Mayor Bober supported the request. Home Inspection Program Commissioner Biederman suggested implementing a program similar to the Broward County 40 Year Renewal Program for condominiums and commercial buildings, but only for unpermitted work for single family residences. He also would like to create an ordinance to franchise out a public/private partnership, with home inspectors. Commissioner Callari supported the request. 44. Commissioner Sherwood, District 6 Sea Turtles Commissioner Sherwood explained she had a meeting with the Hillcrest contractor about the sea turtles at Hillcrest; they have now been relocated to the south area. City of Hollywood Page 15 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final August 31, 2016 Harding Street Commissioner Sherwood requested staff research the possible street closure for Harding Street by the new Toyota development. Sunset Golf Course Commissioner Sherwood explained she attended a meeting with the Friends of Hollywood and they support the Sunset Golf Course being a public utility, for drainage, they suggested using State Revolving Funds for this propose. Penny Surtax Commissioner Sherwood questioned why there is a slogan other than Hollywood’s that is being used for the penny surtax. 45. Commissioner Asseff, District 1 Pokémon Stops Commissioner Asseff asked for support to adopt a proposed resolution to pursue litigation against Niantic regarding the Pok émon stops in the City. Discussion ensued among the Commission and the City Attorney on the proposed litigation costs. Commissioner Blattner supported the request to research what other cities are doing. Code Enforcement Commissioner Asseff expressed concerns regarding the recent issue of Code Enforcement officers posing as home buyers to enter homes for sale to inspect them for code violations. Commissioner Asseff suggested an amnesty program and wants to help residents through the process. She suggested a meeting with staff and the board of realtors to make a better process. Commissioner Sherwood left the meeting at 6:47 PM. Lifeguards Commissioner Asseff explained residents are calling about the cuts to the lifeguards. She suggested the need to get the message out; that the city is only cutting lifeguards in certain areas on certain days. 46. Vice Mayor Hernandez, District 2 Florida League of Cities Conference Vice Mayor Hernandez explained he attended the Florida League of Cities Conference at the Diplomat Hotel where he learned a lot from the youth who spoke their opinion. They are our future leaders. City of Hollywood Page 16 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final August 31, 2016 Commission in the Community Meeting Vice Mayor Hernandez explained staff is working on a date for another Commission in the Community meeting in October. Code Enforcement Vice Mayor Hernandez learned a lot about code enforcement due to the recent issue with code officers inspecting properties for sale. He explained it is an education process and questioned the real estate disclosure forms that the seller signs, if they are available so code enforcement can have access to them. The goal is compliance and working with the real estate industry. Vice Mayor Hernandez asked residents to report a home which has a dumpster to see if a permit has been issued, or why the work is being done without a permit. Commissioner Sherwood returned to the meeting at 6:52 PM. 47. Commissioner Callari, District 3 Code Enforcement Commissioner Callari explained the recent Code Enforcement issue where code officers posed as home buyers to view the houses which were for sale to see if they had any code violation. The City Attorney had researched this issue and advised Code Enforcement they could proceed. She spoke about bringing a solution along with the problem, the only solution to date is education. Pokémon Stops Commissioner Callari explained the Pokémon stops are everywhere, it is getting people out and engaging them. This will pass, but until it does a solution needs to be found. Florida League of Cities Conference Commissioner Callari explained the Florida League of Cities conference was held in Hollywood. The Youth Ambassador members provide help during the conference. Commissioner Callari explained she was very proud of the group and they are future youth leaders. Coffee with a Cop Commissioner Callari announced tomorrow at Dandee Donuts there will be Coffee with a Cop program all day. She thanked the Police Officers for participating. Chaminade/Madonna High School Commissioner Callari announced Chaminade/Madonna High School will be holding a meeting on September 13, 2016 at 10:00 AM to discuss the new lights on their stadium. City of Hollywood Page 17 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final August 31, 2016 Seawalls Commissioner Callari thanked staff for all their work on the various seawall issues and announced a PACE program, YGreen, will now allow seawalls to be included in their program. Gun Violence Commissioner Callari stated there is a need to address gun violence and to get control on this issue, and City’s needs to come up with a plan. . Vice Mayor Hernandez, District 2 Waste Management/Deep Injection Well Vice Mayor Hernandez explained that Waste Management has petitioned to do a deep injection well. Vice Mayor Hernandez explained he along with the residents are asking for a resolution similar to the City of Pembroke Pines in opposing this request. Commissioner Callari supported the request. Discussion ensued among the City Attorney and the City Manager and members of the Commission regarding the wording on the resolution as it must be consistent with the City's interest in the use of deep injection wells, as the deadline for submittal is today or sending a letter. ACTION: Vice Mayor Hernandez requested a letter be sent out today from the City Attorney, in a form similar to the City of Pembroke Pines’ resolution, opposing the petition of Waste Management to use a deep injection well. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Callari. . Commissioner Callari left the meeting at 7:06 PM. . ACTION: On voice vote, the motion to send a letter out today from the City Attorney, in a form similar to the City of Pembroke Pines’ resolution, opposing the petition of Waste Management to use deep injection well passed 6-0. Commissioner Callari was absent. 48. Commissioner Blattner, District 4 City of Hollywood Page 18 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final August 31, 2016 No Smoking Commissioner Blattner requested support to have an ordinance drafted to make the beach a no smoking zone. Mayor Bober supported the request. Commissioner Callari returned to the meeting at 7:07 PM. Detention Center Commissioner Blattner explained the Police Department is working with the five neighboring cities to have a detention center at the Hollywood Police Department. The item will be coming up at the Broward County Commission meeting. He requested support to have the City Manager ask neighboring cities to each contribute an amount not to exceed $100K to operate the detention facility. Commissioner Callari and Vice Mayor Hernandez supported the request. Home Inspection Program Commissioner Blattner explained there needs to be a Home Inspection Program to protect buyers on illegal conversions before the sale of single family homes. He suggested there needs to be a six month amnesty program for homeowners to bring their illegal conversion into compliance. Commissioner Callari and Commissioner Sherwood supported the request. 49. Mayor Bober Code Enforcement Mayor Bober explained code enforcement is a serious issue which affects property values, and the city’s operation. Buyers and sellers should know what they are getting. Recognition Mayor Bober explained the history of recognition of veterans at Commission meetings as it is to remind everyone of our rights, which we fought so hard for, and to remember WWII, the Holocaust and the Syrian refugees. 50. City Attorney Executive Session Jeffrey P. Sheffel, City Attorney, announced pursuant to Florida Statutes 286.011 (8)(a), an executive session would be held on Wednesday, September 21, 2016 at 11:30 AM regarding Ikon (Radius) vs. City of Hollywood litigation. Decorum Information City of Hollywood Page 19 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final August 31, 2016 Jeffrey P. Sheffel, City Attorney, provide information to the Commission on decorum at Commission meetings from the City’s Commission rules and Roberts Rules of Order. 51. City Manager Recognition Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, thanked Mayor Bober for his comments on the refugees. Code Red Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, urged everyone to sign up for code red as it is now Hurricane season. Citizens’ Police Academy Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, announced the 21st Citizens’ Police Academy is starting on Thursdays nights at the Police Department at 7:00 PM, the cost is $40.00. Beach Clean Up Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, announced the Hollywood Beach Clean Up on Saturday, September 10, 2016 at Charnow Park, we are still looking for volunteers. Attucks Middle School Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, announced Attucks Middle School now has a Cambridge Academy program for students. Sheridan Technical College Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, announced that Sheridan Technical College is teaming up with General Motors for a program in automotive industry. 52. The meeting adjourned at 7:26 PM. ______________________________ Patricia A. Cerny, MMC City Clerk Hollywood, Florida Approved on: ______________________ City of Hollywood Page 20