Regular City Commission Meeting

City of Hollywood Hollywood City Hall 2600 Hollywood Blvd Hollywood, FL 33020 http://www.hollywoodfl.org Meeting Minutes Wednesday, January 18, 2017 1:00 PM Commission Chambers Room 219 Regular City Commission Meeting CITY COMMISSION Josh Levy, Mayor Traci Callari, Vice Mayor - District 3 Debra Case, Commissioner - District 1 Peter Hernandez, Commissioner - District 2 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 January 18, 2017 . The Regular City Commission Meeting of the City of Hollywood, Florida, was called to order by Mayor Levy on Wednesday, January 18, 2017 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 Debra Case, Commissioner Peter Hernandez, Vice Mayor Traci Callari, Commissioner Richard Blattner, Commissioner Kevin D. Biederman, Commissioner Linda Sherwood and Mayor Josh Levy CONSENT AGENDA Approval of the Consent Agenda ACTION: A motion was made by Commissioner Blattner, seconded by Vice Mayor Callari, to adopt the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 5. R-2017-001 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Waiving The Application Fee And Granting Approval For Naming Plaque and Planting Of A Memorial Tree For Alice D’Emilio At Lincoln Park. ACTION: This Resolution was moved and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 9. R-2017-005 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving The City Of Hollywood Legislative Agenda For The Upcoming State 2017 Legislative Session. ACTION: This Resolution was moved and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 10. R-2017-006 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Supporting The Appointment Of Municipal Officials To The 2017-18 Constitution Revision Commission And Urging The Commission To City of Hollywood Page 1 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes January 18, 2017 Protect Municipal Home Rule Authority And Restrict Unfunded State Mandates. ACTION: This Resolution was moved and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 11. R-2017-007 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The Attached Contract Between Koldaire, Inc. And The City Of Hollywood For City Hall HVAC - Chiller Replacement In The Amount Of $269,777.00. ACTION: This Resolution was moved and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 12. R-2017-008 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The Attached Contract Between Structural Integrity Contractors, Inc. And The City Of Hollywood For Van Buren Garage Structural Repairs, In The Amount Of $219,833.00. ACTION: This Resolution was moved and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 13. R-2017-009 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending The Fiscal Year 2017 Adopted Operating Budget (R-2016-284), As Detailed In The Attached Exhibits 1 - 4, 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 and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 14. R-2017-010 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Ratifying The Purchase Between Verizon Wireless Services And The City Of Hollywood For Mobile Communication Services From January 20, 2017 Through January 19, 2022, Consistent With State Contract DMS-10/11-008C; And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Issue A Blanket Purchase Order Between Verizon Wireless And The City Of Hollywood For The Continuation Of Mobile Communication Services In An Estimated Annual Amount Of $250,000.00 For A Total Estimated Contract Amount Of $1,250,000.00. ACTION: This Resolution was moved and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) City of Hollywood Page 2 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes January 18, 2017 15. R-2017-011 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing, By A 5/7 Vote, The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The Attached Parking Lease Agreement Between CSM - Hollywood Equities, L.P. And The City Of Hollywood Regarding Properties Located At 2717 Van Buren Street And 2662-2770 Hollywood Blvd. ACTION: This Resolution was moved and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 16. R-2017-012 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The Attached Parking Lease Between Little Giants Academy, Inc. And The City Of Hollywood For Three (3) Parking Spaces At The Parking Lot Located At 2717 Van Buren Street For A Three Year Term And First Year Annual Fee Of $1,260.00. ACTION: This Resolution was moved and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 17. R-2017-013 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The Attached Agreement Between T2 Systems, Inc. And The City Of Hollywood For A Six Month Extension Of The Existing Contract For Parking Enforcement Equipment And Software In The Amount Of $25,296.60 ACTION: This Resolution was moved and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 18. R-2017-014 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Apply For And If Awarded, Accept The Fiscal Year 2017/2018 Enhanced Marine Law Enforcement And Education Grant In The Approximate Amount Of $57,560.00 From The Broward County Marine Advisory Committee In Order To Preserve And Promote The Safe And Pleasurable Use Of The Navigable Waterways Within The City Of Hollywood; And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute Any And All Applicable Grant Documents And Agreements. ACTION: This Resolution was moved and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 19. R-2017-015 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute Authorization To Proceed For Work Order No. CTA 17-01 Between Craven Thompson & Associates, Inc. And The City Of Hollywood For Professional Technical Services For The Design, Permitting, Bidding, And Construction City of Hollywood Page 3 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes January 18, 2017 Services For The Sanitary Sewer Lift Station W-14 Rehabilitation Located At 5596 Monroe Street, In The Amount Not To Exceed $162,785.00; To Amend The Approved Fiscal Year 2017 Capital Improvement Program, As Set Forth In Exhibit A; And To Approve The Overall Project Funding For Construction Services, And Program Management Services For An Aggregate Amount Of $178,785.00 (City Project No. 16-8063). ACTION: This Resolution was moved and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 20. P-2017-001 A Proclamation In Support Of Broward Reads. Commissioner Blattner read the proclamation in support of Broward Reads. Clay Milan, Staff Liaison to the Education Committee, introduced various representatives of the Broward Reads program. Commissioner Beam Furr; Robby Holroyd, Government Affairs Manager, Children Services Council of Broward County; and Lane Poliakoff, Broward Schools Curriculum Supervisor, explained the Broward Reads campaign, accepted proclamation, and thanked the Commission for their support. 21. P-2017-002 A Proclamation In Recognition Of Human Trafficking Awareness Day, January 11, 2017. Vice Mayor Callari read the proclamation in recognition of Human Trafficking Awareness Day. Tomas Sanchez, Police Chief; Nancy Fowler and Shiba Atar, Human Trafficking Awareness Coalition Members, and Jomorrow Johnson, Broward Human Tafficking Coalition, accepted the proclamation and thanked the Commission for the recognition. 22. P-2017-003 Presentation Of Awards By Chuck Ellis, Director Of Parks, Recreation And Cultural Arts, To The Winners Of The 2016 Hollywood Beach Candy Cane Parade. Chuck Ellis, Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts, provided a brief introduction of the Candy Cane parade event. Commissioner Biederman left the meeting at 1:31 PM and returned at 1:33 PM. City of Hollywood Page 4 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes January 18, 2017 Toni Bridges, Program and Events Manager, presented awards to the various winners of the parade. 23. P-2017-004 Presentation By Ed Walls, President Of The Board For The Greater Hollywood Chamber Of Commerce, On The Chamber’s Accomplishments Over 2016 And Initiatives For 2017. Ed Walls, Board President, and Anne Hotte, Executive Director, Greater Hollywood Chamber of Commerce, provided a presentation on the chamber's accomplishements for 2016 and initiatives for 2017. 24. R-2016-362 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Establishment Of A Three Year Pilot Program For Parklets In The Downtown CRA To Be Administered By The Hollywood Community Redevelopment Agency In Conjunction With The City’s Architecture And Engineering Division And Parking Division; Establishing Criteria For Permitted Locations, General Physical Requirements, Fabrication, Construction And Installation Standards; Establishing A Maximum Percentage Of Allocated Parking Spaces Under The Pilot Program; Establishing A Process For Evaluating And Reviewing Applications; Requiring Execution Of A Parklet Revocable License As A Condition Precedent To Construction, Installation And Operation Of A Parklet; Delegating Authority For Execution Of Parklet Revocable Licenses To The City Manager Or His Designee; Establishing Other Terms And Conditions Pursuant To The Parklet Revocable License; And Providing For An Effective Date. ACTION: Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, withdrew the resolution from consideration. 6. R-2017-002 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The Attached Right-Of-Way License Agreement, Between Carly Holding Corporation (Licensee) And The City Of Hollywood (Licensor), For Use Of The Public Right-Of-Way For Parking Adjacent To Property At 1209 S. 30th Avenue, Based On A Four Year Term And First Year Annual Fee Of $2,831.47, Payable Annually In Advance, And Includes An Annual Escalation In The Amount Of The License Plus An Increase Of Three Percent (3%). Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Blattner, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Callari, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 7. R-2017-003 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, City of Hollywood Page 5 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes January 18, 2017 Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The Attached Right-Of-Way License Agreement, Between Hollywood Diagnostic Center, Ltd. (Licensee) And The City Of Hollywood (Licensor), For Use Of The Public Right-Of-Way For Parking At 4224 Hollywood Boulevard, Based On A Four Year Term And First Year Annual Fee Of $3,640.46, Payable Quarterly In Advance, And Includes An Annual Escalation In The Amount Of The License Plus An Increase Of Three Percent (3%). ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Blattner, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Callari, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 8. R-2017-004 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The Attached Right-Of-Way License Agreement, Between DesMarais Investments, Inc. And The City Of Hollywood, For Use Of The Public Right-Of-Way For Parking Adjacent To Properties At 1525 - 1551 S. 30th Avenue, Based On A Four Year Term And First Year Annual Fee Of $10,112.40, Payable Quarterly In Advance, And Includes An Annual Escalation In The Amount Of The License Plus An Increase Of Three Percent (3%). ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Blattner, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Callari, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 25. PO-2017-01 An Ordinance Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Creating The Emerald Hills Safety Enhancement District, A Dependent Special District Authorized By Section 189.02, Florida Statutes; Providing For The Purpose, Powers, Functions And Duties Of The District; Designating The Geographic Boundary Limitations Of The District; Stating The Authority Of The District; Explaining Why The District Is The Best Alternative; Designating The Membership, Organization, Compensation And Administrative Duties Of The Governing Board Of The District; Stating All Financial Disclosures, Noticing And Reporting Requirements; Declaring That The Creation Of The District Is Consistent With The Approved Local Government Comprehensive Plans; Providing For Conflicts; Providing For Severability; Providing For Sunset; And Providing For An Effective Date. Jeffrey Sheffel, City Attorney, provided backgraound information on the proposed ordinance. Robert Posner, Applicant, provided additional information. Vice Mayor Callari left the meeting at 2:02 PM and returned at 2:04 PM. City of Hollywood Page 6 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes January 18, 2017 Commissioner Blattner left the meeting at 2:02 PM and returned at 2:04 PM. Discussion ensued among staff, Mr. Posner and members of the Commission. The following individuals expressed personal opinions/concerns: 1. Andrew Sossin, 4930 Sarazen Drive 2. Barry Lynn, 3650 N 52 Ave 3. Allison Cagnetts, 5300 N 37th Street 4. Ilene Hochbaum, 4901 N 36th Court 5. Charles Flaxman, 3651 N 52 Avenue 6. Keith Kotrady, 5021 N 36 Street 7. Nancy Fowler, 2616 Coolidge Street 8. Cliff Germano, 1627 N 28 Court 9. Michael Roberts, 3620 N 55th Avenue 10. Sandra Einhorn, 3821 51 Avenue 11. Lynn Smith, 2416 Lincoln Street Mayor Levy passed the gavel to Vice Mayor Callari, left the meeting at 3:00 PM and returned at 3:01 PM. 12. Rhonda Ramos, 4901 N 31 Court Mel Standley, Assistant City Manager for Public Safety, briefly explained the purpose of the ordinance and introduced Tomas Sanchez, Police Chief. Tomas Sanchez, Police Chief, provided additional information and responded to questions raised by the Commission. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. Commissioner Biederman left the meeting at 3:16 PM and returned at 3:17 PM. Andrew Sossin, 4930 Sarazen Drive, responded to questions raised by the Commission. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Biederman, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Callari, to continue the Ordinance to a date until the group can fund and provide private notice to the affected residents. City of Hollywood Page 7 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes January 18, 2017 Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Blattner, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, to amend the motion to adopt on first reading the Ordinance with the second reading occuring in 60 days to allow for the City to provide for notice to the property owners. The motion on roll call vote carried: Aye: Commissioner Case Commissioner Blattner Commissioner Sherwood Mayor Levy Nay: Commissioner Hernandez Vice Mayor Callari Commissioner Biederman ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Hernandez, which was seconded by Commissioner Biederman, to require that the City recouperates the cost for mailing and putting together the notice to property owners. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) The Deputy City Clerk read the ordinance title on first reading. ACTION: On roll call vote the motion as amended to adopt the Ordinance on first reading carried: Aye: Commissioner Case Vice Mayor Callari Commissioner Blattner Commissioner Sherwood Mayor Levy Nay: Commissioner Hernandez Commissioner Biederman The Commission recessed at 4:09 PM and reconvened at 4:22 PM with all members of the Commission present. 26. PO-2017-02 An Ordinance Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending Chapter 99 Of The Code Of Ordinances Entitled “Municipal Beach” To Prohibit The Use Of Cigarettes, Cigars, Pipes Or Tobacco Products On The Municipal Beach; Providing For A Severability Clause, A Repealer Provision, And An Effective Date. Chuck Ellis, Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts, explained the intent of the ordinance. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. City of Hollywood Page 8 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes January 18, 2017 Jeffrey Sheffel, City Attorney, responded to questions raised by the Commission. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. The Deputy City Clerk read the title of the ordinance on first reading. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Blattner, which was seconded by Commissioner Case, to adopted the Ordinance with an amendment to include e-cigarettes. The motion on roll call vote failed: Aye: Commissioner Case Commissioner Blattner Nay: Commissioner Hernandez Vice Mayor Callari Commissioner Biederman Commissioner Sherwood Mayor Levy Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Hernandez, which was seconded by Commissioner Biederman, to deny the Ordinance. The motion on roll call vote carried: Aye: Commissioner Hernandez Vice Mayor Callari Commissioner Biederman Commissioner Sherwood Mayor Levy Nay: Commissioner Case Commissioner Blattner 27. PO-2017-03 An Ordinance Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending Chapter 103 Of The Code Of Ordinances Entitled “Parks And Recreation” To Prohibit The Use Of Cigarettes, Cigars, Pipes Or Tobacco Products In The Municipal Parks And On Playgrounds; Providing For A Severability Clause, A Repealer Provision, And An Effective Date. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. The Deputy City Clerk read the title of the ordinance on first reading. ACTION: Motion was made by Vice Mayor Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Hernandez, to deny the Ordinance. The motion on roll call vote carried: City of Hollywood Page 9 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes January 18, 2017 Aye: Commissioner Hernandez Vice Mayor Callari Commissioner Blattner Commissioner Biederman Commissioner Sherwood Mayor Levy Nay: Commissioner Case 28. R-2017-016 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Relating To The State Revolving Fund Loan Program; Making Findings; Authorizing The Loan Application For $20,809,886.00 (Including Capitalized Interest And Loan Service Fee) For Construction Funds For The 2016 Water Main Replacement Program Project # 14-5122 (WMRP); Authorizing The Loan Agreement; Establishing Pledged Revenues; Designating Authorized Representatives; Providing Assurances; Providing For Conflicts, Severability, And An Effective Date; And To Amend The Fiscal Year 2017 Capital Improvement Plan Budget As Detailed In Exhibit 1. Steve Joseph, Director of Public Utilities, explained the intent of the resolution. Discussion endued among staff and members of the Commission. 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) 29. R-2017-017 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Relating To The State Revolving Fund Loan, Authorizing Declarations Of Official Intent Under U.S. Treasury Regulations With Respect To Reimbursements From State Revolving Loan Proceeds For Temporary Advances Made For Payments Prior To Issuance, And Related Matters. 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) 30. CITIZENS’ COMMENTS 1. Karen Caputo, 2631 Garfield Street 2. Bettina August, 2719 Bruce Terrace 3. H. K. Edgerton, 90 Church Street, Black Mtn. N.C. 4. Andre Brown, 2316 Mayo Street 5. David McAllister, Save Southern Heritage Florida 6. Omar Corzo, 6761 Branch Road 7. Alex Rosenblum, 201 N 13th Avenue 8. Neil Rosenblum, 201 N 13th Avenue City of Hollywood Page 10 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes January 18, 2017 9. Bob Glickman, 3111 N Ocean Drive 10. Patricia Antrican, 2534 Fillmore Street 11. Maria Jackson, 2305 Fletcher Street Vice Mayor Callari left the meeting at 5:45 PM and returned at 5:46 PM. 12. Lynn Smith, 2416 Lincoln Street 13. Chris Dukodonas 31. Vice Mayor Callari, District 3 Problems/Solutions Vice Mayor Callari explained the National League of Cities (NLC) president's suggestion that when there is a problem, a solution or idea should also be presented. She asked the Commission and residents to come up with solutions to any problems. CRA Citizens Comments Vice Mayor Callari stated in regards to having a CRA Citizens Comments she suggested residents can always speak at 5:00 PM Citizens’ Comments at the Commission meeting. Tree Cutting Vice Mayor Callari suggested staff research establishing a 50/50 program for tree cutting, something similar to the 50/50 sidewalk program. Rotary Park Crosswalk Vice Mayor Callari suggested staff research having a crosswalk from YMCA to Rotary Park due to the traffic. Thanked Police Vice Mayor Callari congratulated the Hollywood Police for their leadership on the MLK bike riders and the assistance at the Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International Airport recent event. Dog Show Vice Mayor Callari announced volunteers are needed to help at the dog show on February 11, 2017 from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM at Stan Goldman Park. Interaction with Residents Vice Mayor Callari explained at the Florida League of Cities conference event they demonstrated a program which allows interaction with residents to provide a comment during meetings from home. She asked City of Hollywood Page 11 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes January 18, 2017 staff to research the program. Sunset Golf Course Vice Mayor Callari asked staff to keep on top of the issues regarding the Sunset Golf course. St. Patrick’s Day Vice Mayor Callari announced the St. Patrick's Day parade will be held downtown in March, so mark your calendars. 32. Commissioner Blattner, District 4 Rotary Park Commissioner Blattner supported the request of Vice Mayor Callari to have staff research a crosswalk from YMCA to Rotary Park due to the traffic. Planning & Development Review Process Commissioner Blattner explained during the CRA meeting there was a discussion on the Planning & Development review process and the length of time to place items on the Commission agenda. He asked the City Manager to research how to compress the steps. Status of the Unsuccessful RFPs Commissioner Blattner explained last June there was a presentation on the unsuccessful RFP’s such as 1203 Federal Highway and South Park Road brownfield and asked for another update at the February 15, 2017 Commission meeting. RAC Properties Commissioner Blattner stated the properties in the RAC specifically along Dixie Highway and 21st Avenue there should be an amortization program for businesses. He requested a discussion on the zoning for businesses and how to determine if a business has been shut down. 33. Commissioner Biederman, District 5 Emerald Hills Special District Commissioner Biederman explained for item # 25, PO-2017-01 the Emerald Hills Special District ordinance and the ballots which were sent out were different than what was presented during the discussion. The ballot stated $250.00 and the Commission passed $300.00, the group from Emerald Hills did not present the correct information, and suggested the item be reconsidered. City of Hollywood Page 12 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes January 18, 2017 Relay For Life Commissioner Biederman announced on April 22, 2017 will be the Relay for Life event at McArthur High School. Accidents Commissioner Biederman explained everyone is aware of the accidents along 13th Avenue, however, there are accidents all over the City which are also dangerous and questioned what can be done to resolve the issues as accidents are not isolated to one intersection. He requested information from the Police Chief on the number of accidents throughout the City. Citizens Needs Assessment Commissioner Biederman announced there was a Citizens Needs Assessment event last week which had a great turnout. Many constructive comments were presented to make the City better. Marshmallow Drop Commissioner Biederman explained he is working with the Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts to have the marshmallow drop, there is a need for sponsorships to have the event. Commission in the Community Commissioner Biederman invited everyone to Commission in the Community on February 22, 2017 at Boulevard Heights Community Center from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Twitter Feed Hashtag Commissioner Biederman suggested for residents who are unable to attend Commission meetings the City has a twitter feed. He suggested staff come up with a hashtag for the twitter feed and to have it placed on the television screen during the meetings. 34. Commissioner Sherwood, District 6 Announcements Commissioner Sherwood announced during the next month there will be the St. George's Greek Festival, Nativity Catholic Church Jamboree, and the Party on the J. Hollywood Gardens West Commissioner Sherwood stated she would like to work closely with Hollywood Gardens West on the rezoning of the area. Lawn Chairs City of Hollywood Page 13 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes January 18, 2017 Commissioner Sherwood announced if anyone is in need she has free lawn chairs. 35. Commissioner Case, District 1 Police Department Commissioner Case agreed with Vice Mayor Callari on thanking the Police Department for their hard work and keeping communications open. Civic Associations Commissioner Case explained Civic Associations matter and need to grow. She challenged the civic associations in District 1 to come up with three main things on which they want her to work. Commissioner Blattner left the meeting at 6:09 PM. Help Me Hollywood Commissioner Case explained the Help Me Hollywood application, and she is working on the issues in the program. Hollywood Beach Ambassadors Events Commissioner Case announced she will be a speaker at the Hollywood Beach Ambassador event on January 27, 2017. Everyone is invited to attend. Groundhog Day Commissioner Case reminded everyone that Groundhog Day is Thursday, February 2, 2017 at 6:30 AM. Relay For Life Commissioner Case announced the Relay for Life event will be April 22, 2017, she suggested there be Commission District teams to compete against each other. Commissioner Blattner returned to the meeting at 6:11 PM. 36. Commissioner Hernandez, District 2 Clothing Commissioner Hernandez explained the reason for his clothing today was due to photos being taken. Hollywood Resident Commissioner Hernandez thanked the resident Omar, from the trailer City of Hollywood Page 14 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes January 18, 2017 park at Johnson Street and 441, for coming out to Citizen's Comments and for working with the Police Department. CRA Citizens’ Comment Commissioner Hernandez stated he supports a CRA Citizens’ comments once a month. Commissioner Sherwood and Vice Mayor Callari also supported the request if there is time available. Commissioner Biederman stated he would support public comments at CRA meetings if the meeting does not go past a certain time. Overnight Parking at the Beach Commissioner Hernandez agreed about the comments made regarding the overnight parking at the new beach garage which causes a lack of parking spaces for others, and suggests 24 hour cards or overnight cards. Thanks Commissioner Hernandez thanked Raheem Seecharan, Director of Information Technology, for his efforts and agreed the interaction with residents should go city-wide. 13th Avenue Traffic Commissioner Hernandez explained he is familiar with the problems on 13th Avenue which were caused by FDOT. Trucks are also using this area. Sunset Golf Course Commissioner Hernandez requested staff negotiate the purchase of Sunset Golf Course. Vice Mayor Callari agreed to the request. Candafest Commissioner Hernandez stated Canadafest needs to purchase insurance for its performers in the amount of $50,000.00. They have been unable to find an insurance company and they requested a waiver from the City of the insurance requirement. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Hernandez, which was seconded by Commissioner Biederman, to grant the Candafest event a waiver of the requirement by the City Manager to have performers insurance, in the event Candafest is unable to purchase the insurance in time before the event Dr. Wazir Ishamel, City Manager, explained he is not in favor of granting City of Hollywood Page 15 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes January 18, 2017 the waiver and there is still time for the insurance to be purchased. Mayor Levy left the meeting at 6:22 PM and returned at 6:23 PM. Tammie Hechler, Director of Human Resources, responded regarding the liability insurance requirement. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. ACTION: On voice vote the motion passed unanimously 7-0. 37. Mayor Levy New Mayor Mayor Levy commented on the various issues being addressed as the new Mayor in the new year; he echoed previous statements by the Commission members on safer neighborhoods, safer streets, etc. Police Department Mayor Levy thanked the Police Department for their aid at the Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport incident. Snowfest Mayor Levy announced the Snowfest event at the Hollywood Methodist Church on N. 35th Avenue, has been rescheduled to January 28, 2017. 38. City Attorney Broward County Inspector General’s Proposal Jeffrey P. Sheffel, City Attorney, explained he received correspondence from the Florida League of Cities (FLC) regarding the Inspector General's annual review and recommendations regarding the Broward County Charter Review Committee to erode the City’s home-rule regarding the Safe Harbor rule. He asked the Commission to pass a resolution opposing this action. 38A. R-2017-018 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF HOLLYWOOD, FLORIDA, OPPOSING THE BROWARD COUNTY INSPECTOR GENERAL’S PROPOSAL TO AMEND SEC. 1-19 OF THE BROWARD COUNTY CODE OF ETHICS FOR ELECTED OFFICIALS, RELATING TO LEGAL ADVISORY OPINIONS (SAFE HARBOR OPINIONS); AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. City of Hollywood Page 16 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes January 18, 2017 ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Sherwood, which was seconded by Commissioner Blattner, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed 6-1. Commissioner Hernandez was opposed. 39. City Manager Voice Interactive Response (VIR) System Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, announced the Voice Interactive Response (VIR) system to assist in scheduling permit inspections, the number is 954-921-3646. An analysis was done regarding the number of calls the Building Department receives, which averaged 6,000 calls per week. Black History Month Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, explained February is Black History Month and reviewed the events the City will hold on February 8, 2017 and February 22, 2017. Relab Water Energy Saving Workshop Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, explained the City is teaming up with the City of Hallandale Beach for Relab Water Energy Saving workshop January 28, 2017 at the Hallandale Beach Community Center. Hollywood Historical Society Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, announced the Hollywood Historical Society lecture at the City Hall Library on January 28, 2017 at 1:00 PM. Shakespeare in the Park Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, announced Shakespeare in the Park will be held January 27 to 29, 2017 at the Young Circle ArtsPark. Healing Haiti Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, announced the Hollywood Healing Haiti concert and fundraiser will be held on January 29, 2017 at Young Circle ArtsPark. City of Hollywood Page 17 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes January 18, 2017 40. The meeting adjourned at 6:58 PM. ______________________________ Patricia A. Cerny, MMC City Clerk Hollywood, Florida Approved on: ______________________ City of Hollywood Page 18