Regular City Commission Meeting

City of Hollywood Hollywood City Hall 2600 Hollywood Blvd Hollywood, FL 33020 http://www.hollywoodfl.org Meeting Minutes - Final Wednesday, September 21, 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 September 21, 2016 . The Regular City Commission Meeting of the City of Hollywood, Florida, was called to order by Mayor Bober on Wednesday, September 21, 2016 at 1:07 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 adopt the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 5. R-2016-275 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending Resolution R-2016-016 To Change The Date Of Citizens’ Comments From November 22, 2016 To November 2, 2016, And To Change The Starting Time Of The November 22, 2016 Regular Commission Meeting To 11:00 AM. 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) 6. R-2016-276 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Bind The Policies For Excess Workers’ Compensation Insurance, General Liability, Auto Liability, Statutory Accidental Death And Dismemberment Insurance, Crime Insurance, Cyber Liability, And Flood Insurance For A Not To Exceed Amount Of $640,366.00 For Which Quotes Were Solicited By Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services. City of Hollywood Page 1 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final September 21, 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) 7. 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: 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-2016-277 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Issue The Attached Blanket Purchase Order And Execute The Attached Lease Agreement And Addenda To Lease Agreement Between Kip America, Inc. Through Wood Businees Solutions, Inc. And The City Of Hollywood For A Five (5) Year Lease Of One (1) Kip Model 7170 Digital Wide Format System In An Estimated Annual Amount Of $5,097.12. 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-2016-278 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending The Fiscal Year 2016 Adopted Operating Budget (R-2015-294), As Detailed In The Attached Exhibits 1 and 2, 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: 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) 11. R-2016-280 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 Kemp Group International Corporation And The City Of Hollywood For School Crossing Guard Services In An Estimated Annual Amount Of $394,095.00. City of Hollywood Page 2 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final September 21, 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-2016-281 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The City Manager Or Designee To Execute Indemnification Agreements Or “Hold Harmless” Agreements For Purposes Of Law Enforcement Training. 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. P-2016-058 A Proclamation In Recognition Of Blood Cancer Awareness Month - September 2016. Commissioner Sherwood read the proclamation in recognition of Blood Cancer Awareness Month - September 2016. Jill Nugent, Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, accepted the proclamation and thanked the Commission for the recognition. 10. R-2016-279 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The Attached Agreement Between The City Of Hollywood And The School Board Of Broward County, Florida, Relating To The 2016-2017 School Resource Officer Program In Local Public Elementary, Secondary And Other Schools. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, responded to questions raised by the Commission. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 14. 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) The Mayor announced the ordinance was advertised in conformance with Florida Statutes and City Codes. The public hearing was opened; there being no one present who wished to speak, the public hearing was City of Hollywood Page 3 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final September 21, 2016 declared closed. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. Dale Bryant, Landscape Architect, and Tom Barnett, Development Services Director, responded to questions raised by the Commission. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Asseff, which was seconded by Commissioner Callari, to adopt on second and final reading the Ordinance. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. ACTION: Motion was made by Vice Mayor Hernandez, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, to call the question. On a voice vote the motion passed 5-2. Commissioner Blattner and Mayor Bober were opposed. The City Clerk read the ordinance title on second and final reading. ACTION: On roll call vote the motion which was made by Commissioner Asseff and seconded by Commissioner Callari to adopt on second and final reading the Ordinance carried: Aye: Commissioner Asseff Vice Mayor Hernandez Commissioner Callari Commissioner Biederman Commissioner Sherwood Mayor Bober Nay: Commissioner Blattner Enactment No: O-2016-17 15. 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. The Mayor announced the ordinance was advertised in conformance with Florida Statutes and City Codes. The public hearing was opened; there being no one present who wished to speak, the public hearing was declared closed. The City Clerk read the ordinance title on second and final reading. City of Hollywood Page 4 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final September 21, 2016 ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Sherwood, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Hernandez, to adopt on second and final 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-2016-18 16. R-2016-282 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Considering A Request For An Amendment To The Design (Originally Approved By The Development Review Board Resolution No. 02-CDMPV-160(A)) And An Amendment To The Site Plan (Originally Approved By The Development Review Board Resolution No. 02-CDMPV-160(a)) For The Development Known As Young Circle Commons (Great Southern Block 40) To Incorporate A Hotel Component, Now Consisting Of 103 Hotel Rooms, As Well As 166 Residential Units, And Commercial Space; As More Specifically Described In The Attached Exhibit “A;” And Providing An Effective Date. (02-DPVY-160b) The City Attorney explained waiving the quasi-judicial procedures and Mayor Bober questioned if there were any objections to waiving them . Being that there was an objection, the quasi-judicial procedures were not waived. The City Commission disclosed their ex-parte communications. The City Clerk swore in those persons wishing to speak. The City Commission temporarily passed the item and will take it up later in the meeting. 17. P-2016-059 Presentation By Greg Ross, Broward League Of Cities’ President, On Connect ONE Broward. Greg Ross, Broward League of Cities' President, provided a presentation on Connect ONE Broward. Discussion ensued among Mr. Ross and members of the Commission. 18. R-2016-261 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Accept A Grant In The City of Hollywood Page 5 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final September 21, 2016 Amount Of $150,000.00 From The Florida Department Of Economic Opportunity For Street Lighting Upgrades In The Washington Park Community; Amending The General Capital Outlay Fund (34) 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 All Applicable Grant Documents And Agreement. Lorie Mertens-Black, Chief Civic Affairs Officer, explained the intent of the resolution. State Senator Eleanor Sobel presented a check to the City for funding the project. 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-2016-282 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Considering A Request For An Amendment To The Design (Originally Approved By The Development Review Board Resolution No. 02-CDMPV-160(A)) And An Amendment To The Site Plan (Originally Approved By The Development Review Board Resolution No. 02-CDMPV-160(a)) For The Development Known As Young Circle Commons (Great Southern Block 40) To Incorporate A Hotel Component, Now Consisting Of 103 Hotel Rooms, As Well As 166 Residential Units, And Commercial Space; As More Specifically Described In The Attached Exhibit “A;” And Providing An Effective Date. (02-DPVY-160b) This item was continued from earlier in the meeting. Richard Doody, Attorney for Staff, entered the staff report as "Staff Exhibit 1". Alexandra Carcamo, Planning and Development Services Administrator, provided a presentation on the proposed project and the intent of the resolution. Wilson Atkinson, Attorney for the Applicant, provided additional information on the proposed project. The following individuals expressed personal opinions/concerns: City of Hollywood Page 6 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final September 21, 2016 1. Terry Cantrell, 745 Harrison Street 2. Anne Hotte, Greater Hollywood Chamber of Commerce 3. Lynn Smith, 1939 Adams Street 4. Cliff Germano, 1627 N 28 Court 5. Jorge Camejo, CRA Executive Director Wilson Atkinson, Attorney for the Applicant, made closing comments. Jeffrey P. Sheffel, City Attorney, advised the City Commission on the applicable laws and criteria for consideration. The City Commission began their deliberations. Mayor Bober passed the gavel to Vice Mayor Hernandez, left the meeting at 2:29 PM and returned at 2:31 PM. The City Commission continued their deliberations. Tom Barnett, Director of Development Services, responded to questions raised by the Commission. Jorge Camejo, CRA Executive Director, responded to questions raised by the Commission. The City Commission continued their deliberations. Commissioner Blattner left the meeting at 2:55 PM and returned at 2:57 PM. Wilson Atkinson, Attorney for the Applicant, responded to questions raised by the Commission. The City Commission continued their deliberations. ACTION: Motion was made by Vice Mayor Hernandez, which was seconded by Commissioner Asseff, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 22. Vice Mayor Hernandez, District 2 Paving Vice Mayor Hernandez announced the streets have been paved in Liberia and South United Neighbors area. City of Hollywood Page 7 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final September 21, 2016 Trolley Vice Mayor Hernandez asked about the status of having a trolley outside the CRA area, north and south of US-1, as the hotel owners in the area are asking. He is hoping it was budgeted. Sidewalk Repair Vice Mayor Hernandez explained the sidewalk repair on the east side of A1A, next to Margaritaville Hotel, has stopped and is in bad condition . He questioned when it will be completed. Liberia Area Vice Mayor Hernandez explained on N 26th Avenue the trees are blocking street lights and need to be trimmed. Vice Mayor Hernandez explained he met with FPL and the Department of Public Works staff regarding the lighting issue in the Liberia section, FPL is researching a program with LED lights. Street Paving Vice Mayor Hernandez explained on N 22nd Avenue between Sheridan Street and where the water infrastructure is being done, the east side of the street which is in the City of Dania Beach has not been paved. He questioned if the City of Dania Beach is going to pave the road as the lanes are now uneven. 23. Commissioner Callari, District 3 Police Commissioner Callari thanked the Police for apprehension of the burglary suspect. Candidates Forum Commissioner Callari announced the candidates’ debate forum at the Park East meeting for District 6 Candidates and tonight’s debate for Mayoral candidates at David Park Community Center. City Moving Forward Commissioner Callari thanked residents for their input and the City is moving forward in the right direction. Youth Ambassador Program Commissioner Callari explained the Youth Ambassador Program will be giving an update today during citizens’ comments. Railroad Tracks Commissioner Callari explained at Hollywood Blvd and I-95 at the City of Hollywood Page 8 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final September 21, 2016 railroad tracks, the traffic is being delayed and backing up as the traffic lights need to be corrected. Plastic Bags Commissioner Callari explained plastic bags are causing problems and pollution, and she suggested a charge for them to encourage use of recycle bags. Vice Mayor Hernandez supported the request. Grocery Carts Commissioner Callari explained staff should work with our local grocery stores to require wheel locks on all grocery carts, so the carts cannot leave their parking lots. 24. Commissioner Blattner, District 4 Employees’ Retirement Board Commissioner Blattner explained the Commission received information on the investigation of Charles Howell not attending the Employees ’ Retirement Board meeting and wants to remove him. ACTION: A motion was made by Commissioner Blattner, seconded by Mayor Bober to remove Charles Howell from the Employees’ Retirement Board. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission on attending the pension meeting and the application requirement. ACTION: A motion was made Commissioner Biederman, seconded by Commissioner Callari to call the question. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) ACTION: On voice vote, the motion to remove Charles Howell from the Employees’ Retirement Board failed 2-5. Vice Mayor Hernandez, Commissioner Asseff, Commissioner Callari, Commissioner Biederman and Commissioner Sherwood were opposed. Emerald Hills Special District Commissioner Blattner requested support to have the Emerald Hills Special District placed on a future agenda. Mayor Bober supported the request. Doing the Right Thing Commissioner Blattner explained the Commission should do the right thing, but not doing something due to the lack of staff is not right. City of Hollywood Page 9 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final September 21, 2016 25. Commissioner Biederman, District 5 Parking Day Commissioner Biederman reviewed Parking Day last week and congratulated staff on the event. Recycle Perks Commissioner Biederman encouraged residents to sign up for Recycle Perks. City’s New Website Commissioner Biederman thanked the Office of Public Affairs for the new website design revealed yesterday. Zip Lining Commissioner Biederman suggested a letter of interest be put out for zip lining on Hollywood Beach, Holland Park and West Lake Park. Commissioner Callari supported the request. West Concert Series Commissioner Biederman reminded residents the West Concert Series was cancelled for October. He asked the public sector and private industry to sponsor the next event. Commissioner Callari left the meeting at 3:33 PM. 26. Commissioner Sherwood, District 6 Budget Commissioner Sherwood explained at a candidates forum, she explained the City’s budget and the lack of candidates for the Finance Director job due to the low salary. Board Commissioner Sherwood stated board applicants need to be aware of the board’s conditions of appointment before they apply. Penny Surtax Commissioner Sherwood explained she has been asked several questions about the penny surtax by residents, regarding the oversite board, such as, what Chamber of Commerce are they referring to, how are the people going to be appointed to the oversite board. She also suggested staff attend civic association and condo meetings to make presentations and get the word out. City of Hollywood Page 10 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final September 21, 2016 Commissioner Callari returned to the meeting at 3:37 PM. City Moving Forward Commissioner Sherwood explained the City is moving forward, which is the result of good ideas. 21. Commissioner Asseff, District 1 Run/Walk Commissioner Asseff announced the Pursuit of Honor, Courage & Commitment 5K run/walk on Saturday, October 15, 2016 at 7:30 AM at Charnow Park. The run/walk will benefit the Wounded Warrior Project and US Naval Sea Cadet Corps. 27. Mayor Bober Mayor Bober had no further comments. 28. City Attorney Jeffrey P. Sheffel, City Attorney, wished everyone celebrating Rosh Hashanah a happy new year. 29. City Manager Penny Surtax Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, explained staff has been out to civic and homeowner associations and other types of meetings educating the public on the Penny Surtax. He explained the Oversight Board is not being paid, and the representative will be from the Broward Chamber of Commerce. Budget Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, announced the second public hearing on the budget is September 28, 2016 at 5:30 PM followed by the CRA budget hearing. Code Enforcement Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, announced code enforcement, staff, Commission members and volunteers went out and assisted a homeowner in cleaning up their property. The homeowner was very appreciative. City of Hollywood Page 11 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final September 21, 2016 The Commission recessed at 3:43 PM and reconvened at 5:01 PM with all members of the Commission present. 20. CITIZENS’ COMMENTS The following individuals expressed personal opinions/concerns: 1. Tyler Plante, Hollywood Youth Ambassador Program 2. Jason Silveira, Hollywood Youth Ambassador Program 3. Selina Hightower, Police Lieutenant 4. Patricia Antrican, 2534 Fillmore Street 5. Michael Scott, South Broward High School Bulldogs Band Director 6. Cliff Germano, 1627 N 28 Court 7. Nancy Fowler, 2616 Coolidge Street 19. PO-2016-19 An Ordinance Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending The Zoning And Land Development Regulations By Amending Section 4.6 Entitled “Community Redevelopment Districts” To Eliminate Certain Districts And Create Regional Activity Center Districts; Repealing Sections 4.6 A. Through 4.6 H (Except For Appendix 1 Which Shall Be Renamed Regional Activity Center District Diagrams); Repealing Section 4.201; To Establish Permitted Uses, Development Regulations, Development Standards, Definitions For New Uses; Establishing Development And Parking Standards City-Wide Within Various Articles Of The Zoning And Land Development Regulations; Changing The Zoning Designation Of Certain Properties Within Regional Activity Center (RAC), Downtown Community Redevelopment Agency (DCRA), Lakes Area Historic Multiple Resource Listing District, The Historic Hollywood Business District, With The Exception Of Properties Zoned Government Use As More Particularly Described In Exhibit “A” Attached Hereto; And Amending The City’s Zoning Map To Reflect The Change In Zoning Designations; And Providing For An Effective Date. (14-TZ-75). Leslie Del Monte, Planning Manager, gave a presentation on the intent of the Ordinance. The Mayor announced the Ordinance was advertised in conformance with Florida Statutes and City Codes and opened the public hearing. The following individuals expressed personal opinions/concerns: 1. Cliff Germano, 1627 N. 28 Ct. 2. Patricia Antrican, 2534 Fillmore Street 3. Nancy Fowler, 2616 Coolidge Street 4. Anne Hotte, Greater Hollywood Chamber of Commerce 5. Jorge Camejo, CRA Executive Director City of Hollywood Page 12 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final September 21, 2016 6. Pamela Butler, MG3 Developer Group There being no one further who wished to speak, the public hearing was declared closed. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. ACTION: Motion was made by Vice Mayor Hernandez, which was seconded by Commissioner Biederman, to adopt the Ordinance with amendments to remove 22nd and 24th Avenues from Johnson Street to Sheridan Street. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. Jeffrey P. Sheffel, City Attorney, responded to questions raised by the Commission. Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, provided additional information. Commissioner Blattner left the meeting at 6:10 PM and returned at 6:11 PM. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. The following individuals expressed personal opinions/concerns: 1. Nancy Fowler, 2616 Coolidge Street 2. Patricia Antrican, 2534 Fillmore Street Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. ACTION: Vice Mayor Hernandez withdrew his motion to adopt the Ordinance with proposed amendments to remove 22nd and 24th Avenues from Johnson Street to Sheridan Street. The City Clerk red the ordinance title on first reading. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Sherwood, which was seconded by Commissioner Asseff, to adopt on first reading the Ordinance. The motion on roll call vote carried: City of Hollywood Page 13 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final September 21, 2016 Aye: Commissioner Asseff Vice Mayor Hernandez Commissioner Callari Commissioner Blattner Commissioner Biederman Commissioner Sherwood Mayor Bober Enactment No: O-2016-22 30. The meeting adjourned at 6:24 PM. ______________________________ Patricia A. Cerny, MMC City Clerk Hollywood, Florida Approved on: ______________________ City of Hollywood Page 14