Regular City Commission Meeting
Regular MeetingHollywood, FL · February 15, 2017
Minutes
City of Hollywood
Hollywood City Hall
2600 Hollywood Blvd
Hollywood, FL 33020
http://www.hollywoodfl.org
Meeting Minutes - Final
Wednesday, February 15, 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 - Final February 15, 2017
. The Regular City Commission Meeting of the City of Hollywood, Florida, was called to
order by Mayor Levy on Wednesday, February 15, 2017 at 1:03 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 Vice Mayor Callari, seconded by
Commissioner Biederman, to adopt the Consent Agenda. The
motion passed unanimously. (7-0)
5. R-2017-036 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,
Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Bind Renewal Policies With
Hartford Insurance Company Of The Midwest For Flood Insurance For
The Charnow Building And Fire Station 40, For A Not To Exceed Amount
Of $26,326.00.
ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Vice Mayor Callari,
which was seconded by Commissioner Biederman, and adopted
on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0)
6. R-2017-037 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,
Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The Attached
Contract, Between Visualscape, Inc. And The City Of Hollywood, For
Median Landscape Replacement Along A1A, In The Amount Of
$65,000.00 And To Amend The Approved Fiscal Year 2017 Capital
Improvement Program, As Set Forth In Exhibit A.
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ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Vice Mayor Callari,
which was seconded by Commissioner Biederman, and adopted
on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0)
7. R-2017-038 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,
Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The Attached
Letter Agreement Among Florida East Coast Railway, All Aboard
Florida-Operations LLC, And The City Of Hollywood To Remove Existing
Trees From The Florida East Coast Railway Corridor West Landscape
Easement, As Required For Safe Railway Traffic, In The Amount Of
$188,794.00.
ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Vice Mayor Callari,
which was seconded by Commissioner Biederman, and adopted
on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0)
8. R-2017-039 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,
Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Reimburse The Florida
East Coast Railway, LLC For Tyler Street Crossing Reconstruction,
Pursuant To The Tyler Street Crossing License Agreement, Between The
Florida East Coast Railway Company And The City Of Hollywood, In The
Amount Of $92,686.98.
ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Vice Mayor Callari,
which was seconded by Commissioner Biederman, and adopted
on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0)
10. R-2017-041 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,
Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Issue The Attached
Purchase Order, Between SHI Corp And The City Of Hollywood, For The
Purchase Of A Security Information And Event Management Solution,
With Four Years Of Maintenance, Utilizing Urban Areas Security Initiative
Funding, For An Estimated Amount Of $85,000.00; And Further
Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The Attached Alien
Vault End User Software License And Services Agreement, Between
SHI And The City Of Hollywood.
ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Vice Mayor Callari,
which was seconded by Commissioner Biederman, and adopted
on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0)
11. R-2017-042 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,
Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Issue A Purchase Order,
Between Rep Services, Inc. And The City Of Hollywood, For The
Purchase And Installation Of Playground Equipment At Henry Graham
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Park, In An Estimated Amount Of $62,738.52.
ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Vice Mayor Callari,
which was seconded by Commissioner Biederman, and adopted
on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0)
12. R-2017-043 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,
Approving A License Agreement Between Mccumber - Wright Venture,
LLC (MWV) And Rudy’s Of Hollywood Inc., For The Operation Of A Food
And Beverage Concession At Hollywood Beach Golf Resort.
ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Vice Mayor Callari,
which was seconded by Commissioner Biederman, and adopted
on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0)
13. R-2017-044 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,
Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Negotiate And Execute A
Five (5) Year Franchise Agreement Between The Highest Ranked Firm
And The City Of Hollywood To Provide City-Wide Wrecker Towing
Services Within The Approved Geographical Area.
ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Vice Mayor Callari,
which was seconded by Commissioner Biederman, and adopted
on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0)
14. R-2017-045 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,
Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Issue A Purchase Order
And Execute The Attached Software License Agreement Between
Autoscribe Informatics And The City Of Hollywood To Furnish And Install
An Upgrade To The Department Of Public Utilities Laboratory
Information Management System (LIMS) Software In An Amount Of
$47,062.00 And To Amend The Approved Fiscal Year 2017 Capital
Improvement Program, As Set Forth In Exhibit A.
ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Vice Mayor Callari,
which was seconded by Commissioner Biederman, and adopted
on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0)
15. R-2017-046 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,
Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The Attached
Authorization To Proceed For Work Order Number LH-17-02 Between
Lighthouse Utility Consulting And The City Of Hollywood For
Miscellaneous Utility Rate And Financial Services In An Amount Not To
Exceed $100,000.00; To Amend The Approved Fiscal Year 2017
Capital Improvement Program, As Set Forth In Exhibit A.
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ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Vice Mayor Callari,
which was seconded by Commissioner Biederman, and adopted
on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0)
16. R-2017-047 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 Aclara Technologies LLC And The City Of
Hollywood, For The Purchase Of Star Fixed Network Automatic Meter
Reading System Single Port Meter Transmission Units In An Amount Not
To Exceed $60,000.00.
ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Vice Mayor Callari,
which was seconded by Commissioner Biederman, and adopted
on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0)
17. P-2017-008 Presentation By The Florida Department Of Health To Recognize The
City Of Hollywood As A 2017 Healthy Weight Community Champion.
Judy Elfan, Deputy Director, Florida Department of Health, presented an
award to the City recognizing the City as a 2017 Healthy Weight
Community Champion.
18. P-2017-009 Presentation By The Hollywood Education Advisory Committee
Recognizing The Winners Of The 2017 Annual Florida Radon Poster
Contest.
Gilberto Amador, Education Advisory Board Chair, recognized students
from the Hollywood Academy of Arts and Science who placed first,
second and third in the State of Florida Radon poster contest.
9. R-2017-040 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.
Discussion ensued among members of the Commission.
Gus Zambrano, Assistant City Manager for Sustainable Development,
and Andria Wingett, Assistant Director of Development Services,
responded to questions raised by 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)
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21. PO-2017-04 An Ordinance Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending Section
32.02 Of The Code Of Ordinances; To Provide That The Compensation
Of The Members Of The City Commission Shall Be Set By Resolution.
George Keller, Assistant City Manager for Finance and Administration,
explained the intent of the ordinance for item #21 as well as the
resolution for item #22.
The City Clerk read the ordinance title on first reading.
ACTION: Motion was made by Vice Mayor Callari, which was
seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, to adopt on first reading
the Ordinance. The motion on roll call vote carried:
Aye: Commissioner Case
Commissioner Hernandez
Vice Mayor Callari
Commissioner Blattner
Commissioner Biederman
Commissioner Sherwood
Mayor Levy
Enactment No: O-2017-02
22. R-2017-025 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,
Repealing The Current Pay And Classification Plan For
Non-Represented Employees And Establishing A New Comprehensive
Pay Plan.
ACTION: Motion was made by Vice Mayor Callari, which was
seconded by Commissioner Case, to adopt the Resolution. On a
voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0)
23. PO-2017-05 An Ordinance Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending The
Subchapter Of Chapter 33 Of The Code Of Ordinances Titled
“Firefighter’s Pension And Retirement”; Amending Section 33.035 Of
The Code Of Ordinances Regarding The Definition Of “Beneficiary”.
George Keller, Assistant City Manager for Finance and Administration,
explained the intent of the ordinance.
Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission.
Jeffrey Sheffel, City Attorney, and Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager,
responded to concerns raised by the Commission.
The City Clerk read the ordinance title on first reading.
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ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Sherwood, which
was seconded by Commissioner Case, to adopt on first reading
the Ordinance. The motion on roll call vote carried:
Aye: Commissioner Case
Commissioner Hernandez
Vice Mayor Callari
Commissioner Blattner
Commissioner Biederman
Commissioner Sherwood
Mayor Levy
24. R-2017-048 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,
Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute
The Attached Memorandum Of Understanding Between The City And
The International Association Of Fire Fighters, Local # 1375 (“IAFF”)
Amending Article 28 Section 1 To Allow For Modification Of The
Definition Of “Beneficiary” Contained In The City Of Hollywood
Firefighters’ Retirement System (“Firefighters’ Pension Plan).
ACTION: Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, withdrew the resolution
from consideration.
19. P-2017-010 Presentation By Marty Kiar, Broward County Property Appraiser,
Regarding Residential Property Values In Hollywood.
Marty Kiar, Broward County Property Appraiser, provided a presentation
regarding residential property values in Hollywood.
Discussion ensued among members of the Commission and Property
Appraiser Marty Kiar.
20. P-2017-011 Presentation By Stacey Ritter, President, Greater Fort Lauderdale
Convention And Visitors Bureau (GFLCVB) With Support From Kim
Butler, Vice President Of Communications And Albert Tucker, Vice
President Of Multicultural Business Development.
Stacy Ritter, President, Greater Fort Lauderdale Convention and Visitors
Bureau, provided a presentation on the activities of the board.
Commissioner Sherwood left the meeting at 2:16 PM and returned at
2:21 PM.
Discussion ensued among members of the Commission.
Commissioner Blattner left the meeting at 2:25 PM and returned at 2:26
PM.
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Discussion ensued among members of the Commission.
The Commission recessed at 2:35 PM and reconvened at 2:46 PM with
all members of the Commission present.
25. R-2017-049 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,
Supporting A No-Smoking In Open Public Spaces Policy (To Include
Parks, Sport Fields, Conservation Sites And Beaches) Through The
Encouragement Of Signage.
Chuck Ellis, Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts, explained
the intent of the resolution and presented various signage options.
Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission.
Harvey Ostrow, 2001 North 31 Road, expressed personal
opinions/concerns.
Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission.
ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Case, which was
seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, to adopt the Resolution
with no signs east of the Broadwalk. On a voice vote the motion
passed unanimously. (7-0)
26. P-2017-012 Presentation By Tomas Sanchez, Chief Of Police, On The Hollywood
Police Department 2016 Annual Report.
Tomas Sanchez, Chief of Police, provided a presentation on the
Hollywood Police Department 2016 Annual Report.
Vice Mayor Callari left the meeting at 3:14 PM and returned at 3:20 PM.
Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission.
27. R-2017-050 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,
Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute An Amendment To
The Employment Agreement Between The City Attorney And The City Of
Hollywood.
Discussion ensued among members of the Commission.
Commissioner Hernandez left the meeting at 3:22 PM and returned at
3:25 PM.
Jeffrey P. Sheffel, City Attorney, explained the intent of the resolution.
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Discussion ensued among members of the Commission.
ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Blattner, which was
seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, to adopt the Resolution
with an amendment in Section 5 of the agreement, that effective
October 10, 2016, a 4% increase in the annual base salary. On a
voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0)
28. R-2017-051 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,
Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute An Amendment To
The Employment Agreement Between The City Manager And The City Of
Hollywood.
Discussion ensued among members of the Commission.
Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, provided additional information.
ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Blattner, which was
seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, to adopt the Resolution
with an amendment in section 5 of the agreement, that effective
October 10, 2016, a 4% increase in the annual base salary. On a
voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0)
30. Commissioner Biederman, District 5
Evaluations
Commissioner Biederman agreed with the comments made earlier on
the evaluations and the fine job being done by the City Attorney and the
City Manager.
Sponsorships
Commissioner Biederman explained there was a company the City hired
to do a report on the different City events and buildings to get
sponsorships and naming rights for them. Commissioner Biederman
asked for Commission support to update the report and having a staff
person try to obtain the sponsorships. He suggested wrapping the I -95
water tower to obtain revenues. Mayor Levy supported the request to
update the report
Commissioner Biederman questioned the City Attorney if the City can
pay a commission to a vendor on the percentage of sponsorships
obtained. Jeffrey P. Sheffel, City Attorney, replied there was such an
agreement, but the vendor did not obtain any sponsorships.
Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission
regarding sponsorships, branding and marketing the City.
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Commissioner Blattner left the meeting at 3:35 PM
Street Renaming
Commissioner Biederman suggested changing the name of Forrest
Street to Moody Street.
ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Biederman to
change the name of Forrest Street to Moody Street, to follow the
procedures for notifying the residents, having a two year
amortization with dual names. The motion died due to lack of a
second.
31. Commissioner Sherwood, District 6
Civic Associations
Commissioner Sherwood explained the District 6 civic association
meetings have low attendance, and she is establishing a focus group for
District 6 to address lighting and sidewalks. She asked for volunteers.
Washington Park Lighting
Commissioner Sherwood asked for the status of the Washington Park
lighting project.
New Park
Commissioner Sherwood stated Hollywood Gardens West has
requested information regarding the timeline of the new park by 441, they
also want to know the square footage of the new park as it looks very
small.
Party on the J
Commissioner Sherwood announced this Sunday is the Party on the J
and invited everyone to attend and enjoy the food and music.
Commissioner Blattner returned to the meeting at 3:40 PM.
Street Renaming
Commissioner Sherwood stated she wants to begin the process now for
the street renaming by doing the mailing and picking a new name for the
streets. It is very important the residents are notified before the streets
are renamed as it is important they have a voice in the process.
32. Commissioner Case, District 1
Events and Meetings
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Commissioner Case stated during the last couple of weeks she has
been attending various events and meetings. The workshops were on
the food and beverage service on the beach, development review
process and street renaming. The City needs to focus on things that are
high priority. The April Budget Retreat would be an opportunity to
discuss funding for these items.
Changing Commission Rules & Procedures
Commissioner Case stated she wants to change the ability of having two
Commission members directing staff to place an item on the agenda.
She requested support to have four Commission members agreeing to
have issues move forward on the agenda. Commissioner Blattner
supported the request.
Jeffrey P. Sheffel, City Attorney, stated staff will bring back a resolution to
address this issue.
Mayor Levy passed the gavel to Vice Mayor Callari and left the meeting
at 3:51 PM and returned at 3:52 PM.
Discussion ensued among members of the Commission regarding the
Commission Rules and Procedures. It was the consensus of the
Commission to have the requirement of having three Commission
members to move issues forward on the agenda.
33. Commissioner Hernandez, District 2
Commission in the Community
Commissioner Hernandez announced the Commission in the Community
meeting at the Garfield Community Center on Wednesday, February 22,
2017 at 6:00 PM.
Street Renaming
Commissioner Hernandez suggested changing the name of Forrest
Street to Forest Street by deleting one R.
ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Hernandez to
change Forrest Street to Forest Street, by deleting one R. The
motion died due to lack of a second.
Discussion ensued among members of the Commission regarding the
street names.
Jeffrey P. Sheffel, City Attorney, responded to concerns raised by the
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Commission and provided additional information on the policy.
Extensive discussion ensued among staff and members of the
Commission regarding the street renaming.
Liberia Issues
Commissioner Hernandez stated Liberia Association had a complaint
about the sidewalk section removed and replaced with asphalt, which is
temporary until the contractor can fix. However, in this area it was a large
section of sidewalk. He suggested staff be aware of this issue when
demolition to a house occurs and ensures it gets repaired properly.
Happy Valentine’s Day
Commissioner Hernandez wished everyone a belated Happy Valentine’s
Day.
34. Vice Mayor Callari, District 3
Dog Show
Vice Mayor Callari thanked the Hollywood Council of Civic Associations
(HCCA), the Youth Ambassador Program and others for all their help with
the dog talent show. Everyone had a great time. She stated there was
an incident in which a dog jumped into the canal and a good samaritan
jumped in to rescue him.
Thanked Staff
Vice Mayor Callari thanked staff for their hard work on the two workshops
held today.
Civic Association Meeting
Vice Mayor Callari announced tonight is the Hollywood Hills Civic
Association meeting at David Park Community Center at 7:00 PM.
Stan Goldman Park
Vice Mayor Callari stated she would like information from staff on the
status of phase 2 and 3 Stan Goldman Park improvements.
Party on the J
Vice Mayor Callari announced the Party on the J is this Sunday and
invited everyone to attend.
. Commissioner Hernandez, District 2
United Neighbors Civic Association
Commissioner Hernandez announced the United Neighbors Civic
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Association meeting at McNicol Community Center tomorrow at 7:00
PM.
. Commissioner Biederman, District 5
David Booten
Commissioner Biederman announced there will be a brick ceremony in
front of City Hall to honor David Booten’s memory, who passed away one
year ago, on Monday, February 20, 2017 at 10:00 AM. Commissioner
Biederman thanked Mayor Levy for issuing a proclamation honoring
David Booten.
35. Commissioner Blattner, District 4
Sewer Lines
Commissioner Blattner explained he reached out to his colleagues in the
City of Fort Lauderdale who had a workshop on the installation of sewer
lines seven years ago. In the presentation they proceeded in identifying
funding and remediation issues, which is an excellent guide line for City
staff.
State Road 7/441 Zoning
Commissioner Blattner suggested having a workshop on the roll out of
the Transit Oriented Corridor (TOC) and the zoning that goes along with it
on State Road 7/441. In the meantime there are people along the TOC
and 441 corridors who want to redevelop. He suggested having a
workshop within the next 30 days to discuss our options on what the TOC
and 441 will look like.
Jeffrey P. Sheffel, City Attorney, explained the difference between a
zoning in progress and a zoning moratorium.
Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission
regarding the TOC and zoning along State Road 7/441.
36. Mayor Levy
Party on the J
Mayor Levy announced Party on the J on Johnson Street is this Sunday,
with food and vendors.
Neighborhood Improvements
Mayor Levy explained he is working on prioritizing neighborhood
improvements, such as lighting, sidewalks and property standards.
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Legistative
Mayor Levy explained he met with State Senate and House members on
the City’s legislative priorities especially beach renourishment, the
importance of the sand by-pass, and the Broward County Segment 3 on
beach renourishment.
Waste Pro
Mayor Levy explained he had a meeting with Waste Pro on improving
their collection services, being tidy and providing better service.
37. City Attorney
Jeffrey P. Sheffel, City Attorney, had no further comments.
38. City Manager
Thank You
Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, thanked Gus Zambrano, Assistant City
Manager for Sustainable Development; Tom Barnett, Director of
Development Services; Shiv Newaldass, Chief Development Officer;
Raelin Storey, Director of Public Affairs and Marking; and Lorie
Mertens-Black, Chief Civic Affairs Officer, for their work on the
workshops this morning.
FDOT Construction
Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, announced FDOT construction will start
on February 20, 2017 and be completed in early 2018, for the area on
Stirling Road from State Road 7/441 west to University Drive. There will
be a public meeting on the construction at Driftwood Community Center
on February 16, 2017 at 6:00 PM.
Surplus Equipment Auction
Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, announced the sale of City surplus
equipment and vehicles is going on now, if anyone is interested they can
go online at www.bidera.com. The auction will end February 28, 2017 at
7:00 PM.
City Agency Grants
Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, announced the City’s Agency grant
application process is now in progress and runs through Thursday,
February 23, 2017 at 3:00 PM.
Economic Development
Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, announced the free business workshop
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next Thursday, February 22, 2017 on website development, marketing
and advertisement. For additional information contact the Economic
Development Division.
Italian Festival
Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, announced the South Florida Italian
Festival will be on February 25, 2017 at the Young Circle ArtsPark.
Surplus Equipment Auction
Commissioner Hernandez questioned if staff and Commission members
can bid on the surplus equipment. Jeffrey P. Sheffel, City Attorney,
provided information on city employees or elected officials participating
in the City’s surplus auction.
The Commission recessed at 4:46 PM and reconvened at 5:00 PM with
all members of the Commission present.
29. CITIZENS’ COMMENTS
Surplus Equipment Auction
Jeffrey P. Sheffel, City Attorney, provided additional information on city
employees or elected officials participating in the City’s surplus auction.
The following individuals expressed personal opinions concerns:
1. Benjamin Israel, 3881 N 41st Court
2. Bettina August, 2719 Bruce Terrace
3. Maria Jackson, 2305 Fletcher Street
4. Pastor Michel Anderson, 2254 Douglas Street
5. Blanchard Hiatt, 1985 S. Ocean Drive
6. Jonathan Anderson, 5660 Flagler Street
7. Patricia Antrican, 2534 Fillmore Street
8. Bob Glickman, 3111 N Ocean Drive
9. Richard Robinson, 2254 Douglas Street
10. Tim Burton, 2228 Evans Street
11. Todd Kant
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39. The meeting adjourned at 5:32 PM.
______________________________
Patricia A. Cerny, MMC
City Clerk
Hollywood, Florida
Approved on:
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Agenda
Regular City Commission Meeting
Wednesday, February 15, 2017
1:00 PM
City of Hollywood
Hollywood City Hall
2600 Hollywood Blvd
Hollywood, FL 33020
http://www.hollywoodfl.org
Commission Chambers Room 219
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 Agenda - Final February 15, 2017
NOTES
The City Manager places before the Commission for consideration the consent agenda items
prepared by various offices and departments in the City.
The consent agenda consists of items before the City Commission that are routine and /or
non-controversial, the items are voted upon by the City Commission in one motion.
The regular agenda consists of items before the City Commission that must be discussed or
could be considered controversial, the items are voted upon by the City Commission
individually.
All time certain agenda items will not be considered by the Commission earlier than the time
listed for the item, however, the item may be taken up at the same time listed or later in the
meeting.
Agenda items not scheduled for a specific time may be considered at any time during the
meeting at the discretion of the Commission.
The following items on this agenda are time certain items.
1:00 PM - Items - 17 thru 18
1:30 PM - Item - 19
1:45 PM - Item - 20
5:00 PM - Item - 29
1. Moment of Silence
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Recognition of Veterans, Active Service Personnel & Their Families
4. Roll Call
CONSENT AGENDA
If a citizen wishes to comment on a specific item, he/she should submit a comment card to
the City Clerk before the Commission approves the consent agenda.
OFFICE OF HUMAN RESOURCES
5. R-2017-036 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood,
Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Bind Renewal
Policies With Hartford Insurance Company Of The Midwest For
Flood Insurance For The Charnow Building And Fire Station 40, For
A Not To Exceed Amount Of $26,326.00.
Attachments: Resolution 2017 Flood Insurance Renewal Policies.doc
Backup for Resolution 2017 Flood Insurance Renewal Policies.pdf
terinsfloodcharnowbldgandfirestation40.doc
BIS 17-095.doc
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ARCHITECTURE & URBAN DESIGN DIVISION
6. R-2017-037 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood,
Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The
Attached Contract, Between Visualscape, Inc. And The City Of
Hollywood, For Median Landscape Replacement Along A1A, In The
Amount Of $65,000.00 And To Amend The Approved Fiscal Year
2017 Capital Improvement Program, As Set Forth In Exhibit A.
Attachments: Resolution - A1A Medians.doc
Exhibit A Tree Fund .pdf
Contract - A1A Median Landscape.pdf
Term Sheet - Visualscape, Inc. - A1A landscape replacement.doc
BIS 17-101.doc
ENGINEERING DIVISION
7. R-2017-038 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood,
Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The
Attached Letter Agreement Among Florida East Coast Railway, All
Aboard Florida-Operations LLC, And The City Of Hollywood To
Remove Existing Trees From The Florida East Coast Railway
Corridor West Landscape Easement, As Required For Safe Railway
Traffic, In The Amount Of $188,794.00.
Attachments: FEC Tree Removal ResoRev1.doc
EN17-042 All Aboard Florida Amendment 1 Tree Removal.pdf
EN17-042 All Aboard Florida Tree Removal Quote.pdf
EN 17-042 All Aboard Florida FEC Agreement.pdf
Term Sheet - FEC Railway and All Aboard Florida Operations, LLC.doc
BIS 17-097.doc
Requires A 5/7th Vote
8. R-2017-039 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood,
Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Reimburse The
Florida East Coast Railway, LLC For Tyler Street Crossing
Reconstruction, Pursuant To The Tyler Street Crossing License
Agreement, Between The Florida East Coast Railway Company And
The City Of Hollywood, In The Amount Of $92,686.98.
Attachments: EN-17-057 FEC Crossing Maintanance Tyler Street .doc
Attachment 1 - FY 2016 Tyler Street FEC Crossing reconstruction invoice December 15, 2016.pd
Tyler Street FEC Crossing executed June 6 1973 Agreement.pdf
BIS 17-102.doc
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DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL SERVICES
9. R-2017-040 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.
Attachments: Budget Amendmant Reso_rev.doc
Exhibit 1.pdf
Exhibit 2.pdf
Exhibit 3.pdf
Exhibit 4.pdf
BIS 17-103.doc
DEPARTMENT OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
10. R-2017-041 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood,
Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Issue The
Attached Purchase Order, Between SHI Corp And The City Of
Hollywood, For The Purchase Of A Security Information And Event
Management Solution, With Four Years Of Maintenance, Utilizing
Urban Areas Security Initiative Funding, For An Estimated Amount
Of $85,000.00; And Further Authorizing The Appropriate City
Officials To Execute The Attached Alien Vault End User Software
License And Services Agreement, Between SHI And The City Of
Hollywood.
Attachments: Res SHI AlienVault (2).doc
SHI Alien Vault - PO.pdf
SHI Alien Vault - End User Software License and Services Agreement.pdf
SHI Alien Vault - BACKUP.pdf
tershicorp.doc
BIS 17-099.doc
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS, RECREATION & CULTURAL ARTS
11. R-2017-042 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood,
Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Issue A
Purchase Order, Between Rep Services, Inc. And The City Of
Hollywood, For The Purchase And Installation Of Playground
Equipment At Henry Graham Park, In An Estimated Amount Of
$62,738.52.
Attachments: Reso REP Services, Inc FINAL REVISED.doc
REP Services, Piggyback.pdf
Term Sheet - REP Services - Playgrount Equipment.doc
BIS 17-098.doc
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12. R-2017-043 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood,
Florida, Approving A License Agreement Between Mccumber -
Wright Venture, LLC (MWV) And Rudy’s Of Hollywood Inc., For The
Operation Of A Food And Beverage Concession At Hollywood Beach
Golf Resort.
Attachments: Reso HBGR_MWV&Rudys of Hlwd.docx
MWV - Hlwd Bch Golf CC_Exp 06.2026.pdf
MWV license agreement.pdf
Term Sheet MWV licenseagreementsubcontractRudy2017.doc
BIS 17-104.doc
POLICE DEPARTMENT
13. R-2017-044 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood,
Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Negotiate And
Execute A Five (5) Year Franchise Agreement Between The Highest
Ranked Firm And The City Of Hollywood To Provide City-Wide
Wrecker Towing Services Within The Approved Geographical Area.
Attachments: Res Towing Services 2017.doc
Towing Services RFP-4530-16-JE - Backup.pdf
RFP-4530-16-JE Evaluation Matrix.pdf
Towing Services Response - RFP-4530-16-JE A SUPERIOR TOWING COMPANY .pdf
Towing Services Response - RFP-4530-16-JE EMS TOWING INC.pdf
Towing Services Response - RFP-4530-16-JE Mac Towing.pdf
Term Sheet - A Superior Towing Co. - Citywide Wrecker Towing Services.doc
BIS 17093.doc
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC UTILITIES
14. R-2017-045 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood,
Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Issue A
Purchase Order And Execute The Attached Software License
Agreement Between Autoscribe Informatics And The City Of
Hollywood To Furnish And Install An Upgrade To The Department Of
Public Utilities Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)
Software In An Amount Of $47,062.00 And To Amend The Approved
Fiscal Year 2017 Capital Improvement Program, As Set Forth In
Exhibit A.
Attachments: Reso Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).docx
Exhibit A.pdf
License Agreement - Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).pdf
Quote Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).pdf
COI Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).pdf
Term Sheet - Autoscribe Informatics.doc
BIS 17-105.doc
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15. R-2017-046 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood,
Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The
Attached Authorization To Proceed For Work Order Number
LH-17-02 Between Lighthouse Utility Consulting And The City Of
Hollywood For Miscellaneous Utility Rate And Financial Services In
An Amount Not To Exceed $100,000.00; To Amend The Approved
Fiscal Year 2017 Capital Improvement Program, As Set Forth In
Exhibit A.
Attachments: Resolution - Lighthouse Utility - Misc Util Rate Fin Services- LH-17-02 - $100000.docx
Exhibit A.pdf
ATP LH-17-02 Miscellaneous Utility Rate Financial Services $100000.doc
Workers Comp Exemption Letter 12-06-16.pdf
Lighthouse Utility Misc Services-LH16-03 - R-2016-064.pdf
Lighthouse Utility Misc Services-LH16-03 - Large User True Up Report and User Rate Estimate C
Certificate of Liability Insurance - 2-12-2017 to 02-12-2018.pdf
Term Sheet - Lighthouse Utility Consulting, Inc. Work Order 17-02.doc
BIS 17-106.doc
16. R-2017-047 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 Aclara Technologies
LLC And The City Of Hollywood, For The Purchase Of Star Fixed
Network Automatic Meter Reading System Single Port Meter
Transmission Units In An Amount Not To Exceed $60,000.00.
Attachments: Reso - Aclara Technologies LLC - Single Port MTU 2017.doc
B002962 Aclara Technologies.pdf
Term Sheet - Aclara Technolgies LLC.doc
BIS 17-100r.doc
1:00 PM PRESENTATIONS, PROCLAMATIONS AND AWARDS
17. P-2017-008 Presentation By The Florida Department Of Health To Recognize
The City Of Hollywood As A 2017 Healthy Weight Community
Champion.
18. P-2017-009 Presentation By The Hollywood Education Advisory Committee
Recognizing The Winners Of The 2017 Annual Florida Radon Poster
Contest.
1:30 PM TIME CERTAIN ITEM
19. P-2017-010 Presentation By Marty Kiar, Broward County Property Appraiser,
Regarding Residential Property Values In Hollywood.
1:45 PM TIME CERTAIN ITEM
20. P-2017-011 Presentation By Stacey Ritter, President, Greater Fort Lauderdale
Convention And Visitors Bureau (GFLCVB) With Support From Kim
Butler, Vice President Of Communications And Albert Tucker, Vice
President Of Multicultural Business Development.
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ORDINANCE(S)
21. PO-2017-04 An Ordinance Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending Section
32.02 Of The Code Of Ordinances; To Provide That The
Compensation Of The Members Of The City Commission Shall Be
Set By Resolution.
Attachments: Compensation of the City Commission 021517.docx
First Reading
22. R-2017-025 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood,
Florida, Repealing The Current Pay And Classification Plan For
Non-Represented Employees And Establishing A New
Comprehensive Pay Plan.
Attachments: Resolution of a Comprehensive Pay Plan for Non-represented Employees
Exh A COH Compensation Plan FY17.pdf
Cover memo HR-17-107
BIS 17-096.doc
23. PO-2017-05 An Ordinance Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending The
Subchapter Of Chapter 33 Of The Code Of Ordinances Titled
“Firefighter’s Pension And Retirement”; Amending Section 33.035 Of
The Code Of Ordinances Regarding The Definition Of “Beneficiary”.
Attachments: Ordinance Memorandum of Understanding Fire Pension Plan - Beneficiary.doc
Definition of Beneficiary.pdf
First Reading
24. R-2017-048 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood,
Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To
Execute The Attached Memorandum Of Understanding Between
The City And The International Association Of Fire Fighters, Local #
1375 (“IAFF”) Amending Article 28 Section 1 To Allow For
Modification Of The Definition Of “Beneficiary” Contained In The City
Of Hollywood Firefighters’ Retirement System (“Firefighters’ Pension
Plan).
Attachments: Resolution Memorandum of Understanding Fire Pension Plan - Beneficiary.doc
Memorandum of Understanding Firefighters' Pension Plan - Beneficiary.pdf
terffpenbeneficiary.doc
REGULAR AGENDA
25. R-2017-049 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood,
Florida, Supporting A No-Smoking In Open Public Spaces Policy (To
Include Parks, Sport Fields, Conservation Sites And Beaches)
Through The Encouragement Of Signage.
Attachments: RESO - No-smoking.docx
26. P-2017-012 Presentation By Tomas Sanchez, Chief Of Police, On The Hollywood
Police Department 2016 Annual Report.
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27. R-2017-050 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood,
Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute An
Amendment To The Employment Agreement Between The City
Attorney And The City Of Hollywood.
Attachments: revalca.doc
28. R-2017-051 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood,
Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute An
Amendment To The Employment Agreement Between The City
Manager And The City Of Hollywood.
Attachments: Resolution.doc
29. 5:00 PM CITIZENS’ COMMENTS (Total Time 30 Minutes)
COMMENTS BY THE CITY COMMISSION, CITY ATTORNEY & CITY
MANAGER
30. Commissioner Biederman, District 5
31. Commissioner Sherwood, District 6
32. Commissioner Case, District 1
33. Commissioner Hernandez, District 2
34. Vice Mayor Callari, District 3
35. Commissioner Blattner, District 4
36. Mayor Levy
37. City Attorney
38. City Manager
39. ADJOURNMENT
Any person wishing to appeal any decision made by this Commission with respect to any
matter considered at such meeting or hearing will need a record of the proceedings, and for
such purposes may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which
record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is made.
Two or more members of the same city board, commission, or committee, who are not of this
Commission, may attend this meeting and may, at that time, discuss matters on which
foreseeable action may later be taken by their board, commission or committee.
Persons with disabilities who require reasonable accommodations to participate in City
programs and/or services may call the Office of the City Manager five business days in
advance at (954) 921-3201 (voice). If an individual is hearing or speech impaired, please call
1-800-955-8771 (V-TDD).
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