Regular City Commission Meeting

City of Hollywood Hollywood City Hall 2600 Hollywood Blvd Hollywood, FL 33020 http://www.hollywoodfl.org Meeting Minutes - Final Wednesday, January 17, 2018 1:00 PM Commission Chambers Room 219 Regular City Commission Meeting CITY COMMISSION Josh Levy, Mayor Debra Case, Vice Mayor - District 1 Peter Hernandez, Commissioner - District 2 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 Douglas R. Gonzales, City Attorney Patricia A. Cerny, City Clerk Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final January 17, 2018 . The Regular City Commission Meeting of the City of Hollywood, Florida, was called to order by Mayor Levy on Wednesday, January 17, 2018 at 1:27 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: Vice Mayor Debra Case, Commissioner Peter Hernandez, Commissioner 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 Callari, seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, to adopt the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 5. R-2018-001 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Issue The Attached Blanket Purchase Order Extending The Agreement For An Additional One (1) Year Period Between Arrowmail Presort Company, Inc. And The City Of Hollywood For Presort Mail & Fulfillment Services Including Daily And Bulk Mail Services For All City Mail For An Estimated Annual Expenditure Of $146,210.00. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 6. R-2018-002 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving The Regular City Commission Meeting Minutes Of May 3, 2017. City of Hollywood Page 1 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final January 17, 2018 ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 7. R-2018-003 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving The Regular City Commission Meeting Minutes Of May 17, 2017. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 8. R-2018-004 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving The Special City Commission Meeting Minutes Of May 22, 2017. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 9. R-2018-005 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving The Special City Commission Meeting Minutes Of June 6, 2017. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 10. R-2018-006 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving The Regular City Commission Meeting Minutes Of June 7, 2017. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 11. R-2018-007 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving The Regular City Commission Meeting Minutes Of June 21, 2017. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 13. R-2018-009 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute City of Hollywood Page 2 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final January 17, 2018 The Attached Memorandum Of Understanding Between The City And The American Federation Of State, County And Municipal Employees, Local 2432, General Employees Bargaining Unit (“AFSCME”), Amending The Terms Of The Collective Bargaining Agreement Between The City And AFSCME With Changes To The Health Group Benefits Plan. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 14. R-2018-010 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 American Federation Of State, County And Municipal Employees, Local 2432, Professional Employees Bargaining Unit (“AFSCME”), Amending The Terms Of The Collective Bargaining Agreement Between The City And AFSCME With Changes To The Health Group Benefits Plan. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 15. R-2018-011 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 American Federation Of State, County And Municipal Employees, Local 2432, Supervisory Employees Bargaining Unit (“AFSCME”), Amending The Terms Of The Collective Bargaining Agreement Between The City And AFSCME With Changes To The Health Group Benefits Plan. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 16. R-2018-012 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Approve The Renewal Policies For Flood Insurance For Various Locations, For A Not To Exceed Amount Of $29,021.00. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) City of Hollywood Page 3 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final January 17, 2018 17. R-2018-013 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The Attached Change Order No. 8 Between Stonehenge Construction, Inc. And The City Of Hollywood For Construction Of A Beach Maintenance Facility and Office Trailer, In The Amount Of $29,935.00. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 18. R-2018-014 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Endorsing The Florida Department Of Transportation’s Delivery Of Sidewalk And Bicycle Lane Improvements For Certain Projects Identified In The Five-Year Adopted Work Program Which Fall Within The City Of Hollywood’s Jurisdictional Right Of Way, More Specifically SW 40th Avenue Bike Lanes from Stirling Road to Griffin Road Project No. 436196.1. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 19. R-2018-015 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 An Extension Of The Existing Contract For Parking Enforcement Equipment And Software In The Amount Of $8,685.18. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 20. R-2018-016 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 Fire Rescue And Beach Safety Training. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 21. R-2018-017 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 Florida Department Of Health 2017 EMS Matching Grant Program In The Approximate Amount Of $105,000.00 To Purchase Fire Rescue Operational And/Or Training Equipment; Authorizing The City of Hollywood Page 4 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final January 17, 2018 Appropriate City Officials To Execute All Applicable Grant Documents And Agreements; And Amending The Fiscal Year 2018 Adopted Operating Budget (R-2017-288). ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 22. R-2018-018 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Ratifying The Submission By City Officials For And If Awarded, Acceptance Of The Hartford Fire Safety Education Grant In An Amount Not To Exceed $10,000.00 To Purchase Fire Safety Public Education Materials And Equipment With No Required Match; And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute Any And All Applicable Grant Documents And Agreements; And Amending The Fiscal Year 2018 Adopted Operating Budget (R-2017-288) As Outlined In Exhibit 1. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 23. R-2018-019 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Issue The Attached Purchase Order Between Ten-8 Fire Equipment, Inc. And The City Of Hollywood For The Purchase Of High Pressure Fire Hoses In An Amount Not To Exceed $105,724.44. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 25. R-2018-021 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Supporting United States Senate Bill 2061, A Bill Promoting Next Generation Emergency Networks; Directing City Administration To Transmit A Copy Of This Resolution; Providing For Conflicts; Providing For Severability; And Providing An Effective Date. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 26. R-2018-022 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 2018/2019 Enhanced Marine Law Enforcement And Education Grant In The Approximate Amount Of $60,040.00 From The Broward County Marine Advisory Committee In Order To Preserve City of Hollywood Page 5 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final January 17, 2018 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; And Amending The Fiscal Year 2018 Adopted Operating Budget (R-2017-288) As Outlined In Exhibit 1. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 28. R-2018-024 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The Attached Authorization To Proceed For Work Order No. B&C 18-01 Between Brown And Caldwell (Corporation) And The City Of Hollywood For Professional Engineering And Administrative Services On An As-Needed Basis And For An Amount Not To Exceed $100,000.00 (Project No. 17-1327). ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 29. R-2018-025 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The Attached State Of Florida Department Of Transportation Utility Work By Highway Contractor Agreement, In The Estimated Amount Of $3,500.00, For The Valve Boxes Adjustment On Hollywood Boulevard From Presidential Circle To N 31st Avenue. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 31. R-2018-027 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Issue The Attached Blanket Purchase Orders Between Imperial Electric Inc. As Primary Vendor, And Electrical Contracting Service, Inc., As Secondary Vendor And The City Of Hollywood For General Lighting Systems Maintenance, Installation, And Repairs For A Combined Annual Amount Not To Exceed $60,000.00. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 32. R-2018-028 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, City of Hollywood Page 6 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final January 17, 2018 Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Issue The Attached Blanket Purchase Order Extending The Agreement For An Additional One Hundred And Twenty (120) Day Period Between Strobes-R-Us, Inc. And The City Of Hollywood For The Purchase, Supply And Installation Of Emergency And Related Equipment For Law Enforcement Vehicles, General Fleet Vehicles, And Fire Rescue & Beach Safety Vehicles On An As Needed Basis For An Estimated Amount Of $37,000.00. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 33. R-2018-029 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Issue Purchase Orders For The Purchase Of Vehicles From Auto Nation Chevrolet, Prestige Ford, Inc, And Alan Jay Toyota. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 27. R-2018-023 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Negotiate And Execute A Three (3) Year Agreement With The Highest Ranked Firm And The City Of Hollywood To Provide CCTV/ALPR Maintenance Services Throughout The City, Including Police Command Vehicles, For An Annual Estimated Amount Of $101,540.00. withdrawn by city manager ACTION: Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, withdrew the resolution from consideration. 34. P-2018-01 A Proclamation In Recognition Of Human Trafficking Awareness Day - January 11, 2018. Commissioner Callari read the proclamation in recognition of Human Trafficking Awareness Day - January 11, 2018. Michelle Lanspa, Broward Human Trafficking Coalition, accepted the proclamation and thanked the Commission for the recognition. 35. P-2018-02 A Proclamation In Recognition Of Hollywood Community Emergency Response Team Day - January 27, 2018. Commissioner Hernandez read the proclamation in recognition of Hollywood Community Emergency Response Team Day - January 27, City of Hollywood Page 7 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final January 17, 2018 2018. Jaime Hernandez, Emergency Management Coordinator, accepted the proclamation and thanked the Commission for the recognition. 36. P-2018-03 Presentation Of Awards By Chuck Ellis, Director Of Parks, Recreation And Cultural Arts, To The Winners Of The 2017 Hollywood Beach Candy Cane Parade. David Vasquez, Assistant Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts, provided a presentation on the 2017 Hollywood Beach Candy Cane Parade. Toni Bridges, Program and Events Manager, presented awards to the various winners of the 2017 Hollywood Beach Candy Cane Parade. 12. R-2018-008 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Creating A Dune Master Plan Task Force Consisting Of Eleven (11) Members. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. ACTION: Motion was made by Vice Mayor Case, which was seconded by Commissioner Callari, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 24. R-2018-020 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Urging All Members Of The Florida Legislature To Support Senate Bill 896, Which Requires The Florida Public Service Commission To Ensure That Public Utilities Effectively Prioritize The Restoration Of Services To Certain Health Care Facilities In The Event Of Emergencies; Establishing An Office Of The State Long-Term Care Ombudsman Within The Department Of Elderly Affairs To Administer The State Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program; Directing City Administration To Transmit A Copy Of This Resolution To The Broward League Of Cities, The Florida League Of Cities, The Broward County Legislative Delegation, The Palm Beach County League Of Cities, The Miami Dade County League Of Cities And Any Other Interested Parties; Providing For Conflicts; Providing For Severability; And Providing An Effective Date. Discussion ensued among members of 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) City of Hollywood Page 8 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final January 17, 2018 30. R-2018-026 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The Attached Contract Between A To Z Metal Fabrication, Inc. And The City Of Hollywood In Order To Renew The Contract For Construction Services Related To The Water Treatment Plant Spiractor Repairs In The Amount Of $220,010.00; And Approving An Amendment To The Fiscal Year 2018 Capital Improvement Program, As More Specifically Set Forth In The Attached Exhibit “A” (Project No. 16-4106). Steve Joseph, Director of Public Utilities, responded to questions raised by the Commission. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Hernandez, which was seconded by Commissioner Biederman, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 37. R-2018-030 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The Attached Contract Between Ric-Man Construction Florida, Inc. And The City Of Hollywood For Construction Services Related The Watermain Replacement Program From Moffett Street To Hollywood Boulevard Between S. Federal Highway (US-1) To The Intracoastal Waterways, As Identified In The 2007 Water System Master Plan, In The Amount Of $20,563,144.14; And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The Attached Amendment No. 1 To Work Order No. KHA 15-01 Between Kimley-Horn And Associates, Inc. And The City Of Hollywood, For Additional Services For The Project In The Amount Of $59,881.14; And To Amend The Fiscal Year 2018 Adopted Operating Budget (R-2017-288) And Capital Improvement Plan As Detailed In Exhibit 1. (Project No. 14-5122) Clece Aurelus, Engineering Support Services Manager, explained the intent of the resolution. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Hernandez, which was seconded by Commissioner Callari, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 38. R-2018-031 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The Attached Contract Between TLC Diversified, Inc. And The City Of Hollywood For Construction Services Related To Clarifier No. 5 & No. 6 Rehabilitation Located At The Southern Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant, As Identified In The 2007/2008 Wastewater System Master Plan, In The Amount Of $1,651,010.00; And To Execute The Attached Authorization To Proceed For Work Order No. H&S 18-02 Between Hazen And City of Hollywood Page 9 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final January 17, 2018 Sawyer, P.C. And The City Of Hollywood For Construction Administration Services, In An Amount Not To Exceed $98,733.00, As Set Forth In Exhibit A. (Project No. 16-9531) Clece Aurelus, Engineering Support Services Manager, explained the intent of the resolution. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Hernandez, which was seconded by Commissioner Callari, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 39. R-2018-032 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The Attached First Amendment To The Agreement Between Liberia Economic And Social Development, Inc. (LES) And The City Of Hollywood In Order To Revise Exhibit “D” Relating To The Timeline For The Construction And Sale Of Twelve (12) Affordable Townhomes On The Crispus Commons Parcel. Clay Milan, Community Development Manager, explained the intent of the resolution. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Hernandez, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 40. R-2018-033 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The Attached Agreement Between Liberia Economic And Social Development, Inc. (LES) And The City Of Hollywood For The Construction Of Twelve (12) Affordable Townhomes Using State Housing Initiatives Program Funds In An Amount Not To Exceed $201,560.00. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Hernandez, which was seconded by Commissioner Callari, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 42. Commissioner Hernandez, District 2 Downtown Circulator Commissioner Hernandez requested an update on the Downtown circulator. Ride Along Commissioner Hernandez thanked the Police Department for the ride along, he stated he learned a great deal. City of Hollywood Page 10 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final January 17, 2018 Turnaround Arts Education Program Commissioner Hernandez read a letter from the Broward County School Board which congratulated several Hollywood schools which are participating in the Turnaround Arts Educational Program, to help the students participate they are asking for donations of $5,000.00 per school. Happy New Year Commissioner Hernandez wished everyone a Happy New Year. 43. Commissioner Callari, District 3 Graffiti Commissioner Callari stated graffiti is everywhere, and she wants to implement a volunteer program to provide reuse paint for the residents to paint over the graffiti in their neighborhood. Downtown Circulator Commissioner Callari also requested an update on the Downtown circulator. Commissioner Callari mentioned the City of Miami Lakes circulator program. Code Issues Commissioner Callari stated she has lots of code issues which she will be providing to staff. St. Patrick’s Day Commissioner Callari stated St. Patrick’s Day is coming up and there is a need for volunteers. Dog Show Commissioner Callari announced the Be Mine Dog Show at Stan Goldman Park on February 10, 2018. National Night Out Commissioner Callari requested support for a change in the date Hollywood neighborhoods celebrate National Night Out in August due to weather issues. There are two National Night Out dates for Texas and Florida to choose from with the 2nd Tuesday in October being the other. Commissioner Callari wants support to have the event on the 2nd Tuesday in October. Commissioner Sherwood supported the request. 44. Commissioner Blattner, District 4 Garfield Garage City of Hollywood Page 11 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final January 17, 2018 Commissioner Blattner stated he received complaints during the holidays about the elevators not working at the Garfield garage, which could have caused an ADA liability issue. He suggested the use of golf carts to help residents reach their vehicles if this happens again. Complaints Commissioner Blattner requested staff provide the City Commission with information when issues happen as the Commission receives calls/complaints and he does not want to be unaware of any of these issues. Schools Commissioner Blattner stated that Bethune Elementary School received a new principal several years ago which made a big difference to the school. South Broward High School has an excellent Cambridge Program. There are good schools in Hollywood. City Hall Closed Commissioner Blattner stated due to a quirk in the December holiday calendar, City Hall was closed for five days, in which residents were unable to get information. The same thing will happen again in 2018 due to the day the holiday falling on Monday and Tuesday, this cannot happen again. Commissioner Blattner questioned if the four day work week is worth it, as there is a back log of permits. He suggested opening up City Hall once a month on Fridays to address the back log of permits. 45. Commissioner Biederman, District 5 Wheels Up, Guns Down Commissioner Biederman thanked the Police Department for their proactive response regarding the “Wheels Up, Guns Down” event as there were no incidents. 46. Commissioner Sherwood, District 6 Master Plans Commissioner Sherwood encouraged all civic associations to complete their master plans which will help identify the needs for capital improvements. Greek Festival Commissioner Sherwood announced the Greek Festival this Saturday and Sunday at St. Georges Church on N. 58th Avenue. FDOT City of Hollywood Page 12 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final January 17, 2018 Commissioner Sherwood requested staff speak to the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) about the north and south area at Washington Street and 441, as the street is rough on the cars, and needs to be corrected. Commission in the Community Commissioner Sherwood announced she is hosting the Commission in the Community meeting on January 24, 2018 at 6:00 PM at Washington Park Community Center and she invited everyone to attend and express their concerns. 47. Vice Mayor Case, District 1 Master Plans Vice Mayor Case encouraged everyone to complete the master plan survey. Traffic Calming Vice Mayor Case requested an update on 13th Avenue traffic calming issues and plan. Hollywood Beach Golf Course Vice Mayor Case thanked David Vasquez, Assistant Director for Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts, for holding the meeting with residents regarding the Hollywood Beach golf course property Charter Review Committee Vice Mayor Case questioned why the City Commission does not vote on issues presented by the Charter Review Committee before the questions go on the referendum ballot. She asked to have it changed so that the City Commission would vote on moving the questions forward. The Charter Review Committee should only be advisory. Douglas Gonzales, City Attorney, explained during the prior Charter Review Committee process, the residents voted to have future Charter Review Committees as part of the City Charter and any question would go directly to the ballot. If the City Commission wished to follow Vice Mayor Case's suggestion, there are two options available, first is to ask the Charter Review Committee to present a ballot question to have the City Commission consider approval of ballot questions, or second the City Commission could place a referendum question regarding this issue on the ballot. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission regarding the issue and the reason for the change. City of Hollywood Page 13 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final January 17, 2018 Ground Hog Day Vice Mayor Case announced February 2, 2018 is Ground Hog Day. 48. Mayor Levy Happy New Year Mayor Levy wished everyone a happy New Year. This will be an exciting year as there is a lot of reinvestment going on in the city. There is a vision for the City which has been set in many areas, and he is looking forward to improving properties. Bicycle Mobility Program Mayor Levy requested support for a bicycle mobility program, with additional bike lanes and facilities, as he wants Hollywood to be a bicycle friendly city. There should be a regional program by creating bicycle opportunities and he wants staff to establish a Safe Bicycling Committee. The program would go thru non primary roads of the city and connect different areas of the city. Commissioner Blattner and Commissioner Callari supported the request. Dog Park Mayor Levy stated a resident requested having extended hours for the dog park on the beach. Dog Show Mayor Levy announced the Be Mine Dog Show will be held on Saturday, February 10, 2018 to raise funds for scholarships. Commissioner Callari Youth Ambassador Program Commissioner Callari thanked her colleagues and staff for supporting the Youth Ambassador program, as they won first place in the State competition with their video. 49. City Attorney Executive Session Douglas Gonzales, City Attorney, announced pursuant to Florida Statutes 286.011 (8)(a), an executive session would be held on Wednesday, February 7, 2018 at 9:00 AM regarding Don Tichenor v. City of Hollywood and People’s Choice Pressure Cleaning, Inc. litigation. City of Hollywood Page 14 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final January 17, 2018 Attending the session will be the Mayor, Commissioners, City Manager, City Attorney, and litigation counsel, John Wien. Executive Session Douglas Gonzales, City Attorney, announced pursuant to Florida Statutes 286.011 (8)(a), an executive session would be held on Wednesday, February 21, 2018 at 9:30 AM regarding Huseyin Eskier v. City of Hollywood litigation. Attending the session will be the Mayor, Commissioners, City Manager, City Attorney, and litigation counsel, John Wien. 50. City Manager Charter Review Committee Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, explained the Charter sets up the function and review of how the Charter Review Committee is run, and suggested having an additional meeting between the committee and the Commission. Douglas Gonzales, City Attorney, explained the requirements of what should be in a charter according to State Statute. Neighborhood Priorities Survey Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, reminded everyone to take the survey to help update their neighborhood master plans. This survey will help identify and develop plans to address neighborhood priorities. Traffic Alert Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, announce there is a traffic alert for Hollywood Blvd. as there will be some overnight road closures going into next week due to the construction on the "Complete Streets" project. Volunteers Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, announced volunteers are needed for the 2018 Homeless Point In Time count which is being taken by Broward County. ArtsPark Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, announced the Shakespeare in the Park event will present “Hamlet” on, January 26th and 27th at 6:00 PM at the ArtsPark Amphitheatre. Commissioner Blattner City of Hollywood Page 15 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final January 17, 2018 CRA Meetings Commissioner Blattner suggested the CRA meetings start at 9:00 AM instead of 10:00 AM to have a break for lunch before the Commission meeting. Douglas Gonzales, City Attorney, stated he will look into this issue. The Commission recessed at 2:55 PM and reconvened at 5:04 PM with all members of the Commission present. 41. CITIZENS’ COMMENTS The following individuals expressed personal opinions/concerns: 1. Sean DeRosa, 1503 N. Federal Highway 2. Nancy Fowler, 2616 Coolidge Street 3. Helen Chervin, 2470 Adams Street 4. Patricia Hamlin, 2743 Washington Street 51. The meeting adjourned at 5:16 PM. ______________________________ Patricia A. Cerny, MMC City Clerk Hollywood, Florida Approved on: ______________________ City of Hollywood Page 16