Regular City Commission Meeting
Regular MeetingHollywood, FL · February 21, 2018
Minutes
City of Hollywood
Hollywood City Hall
2600 Hollywood Blvd
Hollywood, FL 33020
http://www.hollywoodfl.org
Meeting Minutes - Final
Wednesday, February 21, 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 February 21, 2018
. The Regular City Commission Meeting of the City of Hollywood, Florida, was called to
order by Mayor Levy on Wednesday, February 21, 2018 at 1:12 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-2018-048 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,
Approving The Regular City Commission Meeting Minutes Of July 3,
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)
6. R-2018-049 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,
Approving The Regular City Commission Meeting Minutes Of August 30,
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)
7. R-2018-050 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,
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Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Negotiate A
Settlement Between Herbert Helfen And The City For Indemnity Benefit
Payments For A Workers’ Compensation Claim In An Amount Not To
Exceed $175,000.00.
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)
8. R-2018-051 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City of Hollywood, Florida,
Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The Attached
Second Amendment To The Interlocal Agreement Between South
Broward Hospital District And The City Of Hollywood Relating To The
Future Hospital District Development Which Incorporates The
Recommendations Into The Memorial Hospital Development Master
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)
9. R-2018-052 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,
Approving Amendments To The Plat Notations For “Port Everglades Plat
No. 7”, “Port Everglades Plat No. 11”, And “Port Everglades Plat No. 12”
To Revise The Restrictive Note On Each Of The Plats To Reflect The
Existing And Proposed Future Uses Thereon.
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-2018-053 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,
Amending Resolution R-2011-238 Regarding The Fund Balance Policy
And Providing For A Retroactive Effective Date Of September 21, 2016.
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-2018-054 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,
Approving And Authorizing By Special Exception The Participation Of
The Budweiser Clydesdale Horses In The City Of Hollywood St. Patrick’s
Day Parade And Festival On Sunday, March 11, 2018.
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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)
12. R-2018-055 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 Victims Of Crime Act (“VOCA”)
Grant Proposal To The Office Of The Attorney General, State Of Florida,
For The Continued Funding For A Police Department Victim Advocate In
An Approximate Amount Of $71,547.44; Authorizing The In-Kind Match
Requirement In An Approximate Amount Of $17,886.86; Further
Authorizing The Acceptance And Execution Of Said Grant Upon Its
Award; And If Awarded, 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)
14. R-2018-057 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,
Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Implement
A Settlement With The Hollywood Beach Resort Condominium
Association, Inc.
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-2018-058 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,
Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Issue The Attached
Amended Blanket Purchase Order With Boyd Accessory & Design To
Provide Lettering Of Police And General Fleet Vehicles By Increasing
The Estimated Annual Expenditure Of $30,000.00 To $70,000.00 For
The Remainder Of The Of The Initial One Year Contract Period.
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-2018-056 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,
Approving And Authorizing The Expenditure Of Federal Law
Enforcement Forfeiture Funds (Justice) Pursuant To The Federal
Comprehensive Crime Control Act Of 1984 For The Purchase Of Three
Hundred Fifty Eight (358) Active Shooter Response Kits In An Amount
Not To Exceed $230,096.92; Approving And Authorizing The Issuance
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Of A Purchase Order With Federal Eastern International For The
Purchase Of Three Hundred Fifty Eight (358) Active Shooter Response
Kits In The Amount Of $230,096.92; And Amending The Fiscal Year
2018 Adopted Operating Budget (R-2017-288) As Detailed In Exhibit 1.
Bob Glickman, 3111 N Ocean Dr., expressed personal
opinions/concerns.
Douglas Gonzales, City Attorney, responded to questions raised by the
public.
Discussion ensued among staff and 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)
15. R-2018-044 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,
Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Issue The Attached Blanket
Purchase Order With Sunstate Meter & Supply, Inc. For The Purchase Of
Neptune Meters For An Estimated Annual Amount Of $200,000.00.
Bob Glickman, 3111 N Ocean Dr., expressed personal
opinions/concerns.
Gus Zambrano, Assistant City Manager for Sustainable Development,
responded to questions raised by the public.
Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission.
Commissioner Callari left the meeting at 1:26 PM and returned at 1:28
PM.
Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission.
ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Biederman, which
was seconded by Commissioner Blattner, to adopt the
Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed 6-1.
Commissioner Hernandez was opposed.
19. R-2018-059 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,
Appointing One (1) Student Alternate Member To The Education
Advisory Committee.
Clay Milan, Education Committee Staff Liaison, explained the intent of
the resolution.
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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)
20. R-2018-060 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,
Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The Attached
Contract With Giannetti Contracting Corporation For Construction
Services Related To The City-Wide Sanitary Sewer Expansion, In The
Amount Of $2,310,953.00 (Project No. 17-7084).
Discussion ensued among members of the Commission.
Jitendra Patel, Assistant Director of Public Utilities, responded to
questions raised by the Commission.
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)
21. R-2018-061 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,
Amending The One Year Action Plan For Federal Program Fiscal Year
2017-2018; Re-Allocating And Re-Appropriating $40,000.00 Of
Unexpended Funds For The Community Development Block Grant
(CDBG) And Amending The Fiscal Year 2018 Adopted Operating
Budget (R-2017-288) For The Special Programs Fund (11) As Detailed
In The Attached Exhibit “1”.
The Mayor announced the resolution was advertised in conformance with
Florida Statutes and City Codes. The public hearing was opened; there
being no one present who wished to speak, the public hearing was
declared closed.
Clay Milan, Community Development Manager, stated items 21, 22 and
23 are companion items and explained the intent of the resolutions.
Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission.
ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was
seconded by Commissioner Biederman, to adopt the Resolution.
On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0)
22. R-2018-062 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,
Approving The Allocation Of Community Development Block Grant
Funds To The Community Enhancement Collaboration, Inc.; Authorizing
The Appropriate City Officials To Establish An Account To Appropriate
And To Disburse The Grant Funds; And Authorizing The Appropriate City
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Officials To Execute The Attached Agreement With The Community
Enhancement Collaboration, Inc For A Total Allocation Of Community
Development Block Grant Funds In The Amount Of $40,000.00.
Nadine McCrea, 5625 Mayo Street, Community Enhancement
Collaboration, expressed personal opinions/concerns.
ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was
seconded by Commissioner Hernandez, to adopt the Resolution.
On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0)
23. R-2018-063 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,
Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The Attached
Lease Agreement Between The Community Enhancement Collaboration,
Inc. And The City For Use Of The Washington Park Service Center
Located At 5648 Wiley Street To Provide Free Or Low-Cost,
Non-Commercial, Community-Based Services To Benefit Residents Of
The Washington Park Community.
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)
25. Commissioner Blattner, District 4
Gun Show
Commissioner Blattner thanked John Chidsey, Code Compliance
Manager, for the report on the actions staff took regarding the gun show.
Boarding Houses vs Guest Houses
Commissioner Blattner stated there have been some issues recently
regarding boarding houses vs. guest houses. He requested staff draft
legislation for a clear definition regarding boarding houses and guest
houses and what to do about them within the next 30 to 60 days. Mayor
Levy and Commissioner Callari seconded the request.
Boarding House Update
Commissioner Blattner requested the status report on the resident who
complained last year about boarding house next to her on 41st Avenue.
27. Commissioner Sherwood, District 6
Banning Assault Weapons/Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School
Commissioner Sherwood spoke about the recent tragedy at Marjory
Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland as she just returned from
attending the funeral of teacher Chris Hixon at Nativity Catholic Church .
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Commissioner Sherwood spoke on the need to do something to ban
assault weapons and the courage to change the law. She urged the
Governor to ban assault weapons and to have more communications
between agencies.
Vacation Rentals
Commissioner Sherwood commented on the State Legislature’s actions
regarding vacation rentals and asked that the City urge residents to
contact their legislators.
26. Commissioner Biederman, District 5
CERT
Commissioner Biederman stated he had an opportunity to go with the
CERT team on a tour of the hurricane center, he learned about the work
the hurricane center does 24/7 to notify the community.
Sewer System
Commissioner Biederman stated as the City is expanding the sewer
system, he wants to reevaluate the ordinance that forces residents to
connect in a timely manner, as some neighborhoods cannot afford the
cost, and he wants to minimize the cost impact while maximizing the time
frame. He would like to have this ordinance as part of the upcoming
sewer workshop to determine if there are other ways for connecting .
Commissioner Blattner and Mayor Levy supported the request.
Bullying Video
Commissioner Biederman stated during a recent visit to McArthur High
School, he viewed a video trailer they did entitled “Listen” which is all
about bullying. It can be viewed at www.listenthemovie.com.
28. Vice Mayor Case, District 1
Banning Assault Weapons/Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School
Vice Mayor Case spoke about being a duck hunter in Vermont years ago
and that she supports reasonable gun regulation. Vice Mayor Case
stated she also attended the funeral service today at Nativity Catholic
Church and it was very moving.
29. Commissioner Hernandez, District 2
Banning Assault Weapons/Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School
Commissioner Hernandez commented on the banning of assault
weapons and suggested having the Broward County School System
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principals provide notification to the local police departments when any
student has been suspended or expelled. Mayor Levy, Commissioner
Sherwood Commissioner Callari and Commissioner Biederman
supported the request.
Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, stated during his comments, the Interim
Police Chief will provide a presentation to the Commission regarding the
proactive activities being taken at the schools.
A1A Traffic
Commissioner Hernandez thanked the Police Department for the report
on their activities regarding the A1A traffic problems due to the
construction. According to the Florida Department of Transportation
once a contract has been issued, it is the contractor’s responsibility to
manage the job and to minimize issues.
24th Avenue Street Ends
Commissioner Hernandez thanked the Department of Public Works staff
for fixing the street ends on 24th Avenue and for working with Code to
resolve this issue.
Repeal O-99-47 - Construction Management At Risk
Commissioner Hernandez requested Commission support to repeal
Ordinance O-99-47 which is Construction Management at Risk. This
ordinance eliminates competition, eliminated minority participation by
fostering a cronyism environment which is counterproductive to the
ordinances, he does not believe the City uses it, but the CRA does .
Commissioner Biederman requested more information and wants to look
into it.
Banning Assault Weapons/Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School
Commissioner Hernandez stated the funeral at Nativity Catholic Church
was very sobering. One thing he has not heard about is the mindset that
kids go thru while playing war video games. This issue needs to be
addressed along with the guns.
30. Commissioner Callari, District 3
Boarding House Update
Commissioner Callari stated the address for the boarding house for
which Commissioner Blattner is looking is 1806 N 41st Avenue.
Say Something Movement
Commissioner Callari spoke about the “See Something, Say Something”
movement. She stressed that the city should act when residents bring
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something up.
Poetry Slam
Commissioner Callari announced the poetry slam tomorrow at 6:00 PM
at City Hall.
Animal Shelter
Commissioner Callari announced tomorrow in the Code office there will
be a meeting regarding the animal shelter.
Banning Assault Weapons/Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School
Commissioner Callari thanked Vice Mayor Case for her comments.
Commissioner Callari shared stories of her life growing up on a farm
slaughtering pigs, the violence of her stepmother to her father, she spoke
about violence with guns. She asked everyone to continue to work
together, and be kind to everyone.
New Businesses
Commissioner Callari announced First Watch and Chewy.com are open
for business. Commissioner Callari stated First Watch had nothing but
praise for the City's building permitting process system.
31. Mayor Levy
Banning Assault Weapons/Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School
Mayor Levy thanked everyone for their thoughtful words today regarding
last week’s event which is causing everyone to think thoughtfully. Mayor
Levy spoke about laws regarding weapons, there is a lot of work to do on
the local, state and federal levels. There have been announcements on
reforms being made regarding education, public safety and mental
health.
School Resource Officer Program
Mayor Levy suggested the City's School Resource Officer Program
needs to be looked at to help protect the students.
Student Movement
Mayor Levy stated all the schools have a student movement which is
waking everyone up and not going away, and everyone is working toward
a better policy.
Critical Issues
Mayor Levy stated everyone is working on the critical issues of the A 1A
traffic and sewer conversion.
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Boarding Houses/Vacation Rentals
Mayor Levy commented on a resident complaining of a boarding house
behind his house, the boarding house is for the homeless, the property
owner/manager is having its occupants dress in military garb and
sending them out to panhandle. He agreed there should be a distinction
between boarding houses and vacation rental with the right of entry if
possible.
Permitting Process
Mayor Levy commented about complaints received regarding the length
of time it is taking for the Department of Development Services to
process permits, the residents are looking for a quicker system. He
would like reports and presentations to the Commission on a continuing
basis as to how the process is improving and what staff is looking to do.
32. City Attorney
Polystyrene Ban
Douglas Gonzales, City Attorney, explained a kick off meeting was held
regarding the polystyrene ban, a plan has been formalized, notice was
sent to property owners affected by the ban, then there will be a 6 month
warning program, and then the warnings will turn into violations.
Johnson Controls Litigation
Douglas Gonzales, City Attorney, requested Commission authorization to
sue Johnson Controls.
. R-2018-065 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
HOLLYWOOD, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY ATTORNEY TO
FILE A CIVIL ACTION AGAINST JOHNSON CONTROLS, INC. (“JCI").
ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Hernandez, which
was seconded by Mayor Levy, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice
vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0)
. City Attorney
Pembroke Pines Litigation
Douglas Gonzales, City Attorney, explained the City of Pembroke Pines
filed a lawsuit against the City of Hollywood three weeks ago, but they did
not serve the City until after the mediation yesterday. He cautioned the
Commission on discussing the issues.
Street Renaming Litigation
Douglas Gonzales, City Attorney, stated last week the City was served
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with a lawsuit on the street renaming issue and he cautioned the
Commission on discussing the issues.
Banning Assault Weapons/Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School
Douglas Gonzales, City Attorney, stated he also attended today's service
for Mr. Hixon which was very moving. He spoke about the State
Legislators voting against taking up banning assault weapons /violence
issue when the students went to Tallahassee.
Douglas Gonzales, City Attorney, reviewed State Statute 790.33 in which
the State Legislators have pre-empted the regulation of firearms to the
state. Cities have been asked to pass legislation regarding banning
assault weapons, what cities are going to be doing is to ask the state
legislators to take stricter measures to tighten the rules. He will bring a
resolution at the next meeting. Commissioner Callari and Commissioner
Biederman requested the resolution be prepared by 5:00 PM today.
Executive Session
Douglas Gonzales, City Attorney, announced the executive session
scheduled this morning was continued to 4:00 PM today and he
reminded the Commission to attend.
33. City Manager
Vacation Rentals
Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, stated tomorrow there will be a State
Legislature House Committee meeting regarding the vacation rental
issue HB773 at 9:00 AM. The city’s lobbyist is working on it.
Criminal Justice Career and Internship Fair
Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, announced tomorrow at 11:00 AM
there will be a Criminal Justice Career and Internship Fair at the Florida
Atlantic University campus.
Spay and Neuter Unit
Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, announced on Monday, February 26,
2018 at 10:00 AM, there will be a ribbon cutting for the Broward County
Portable spay and neuter unit at John Williams Park. The public is
invited to attend.
Facebook Workshop
Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, announced on February 27, 2018 the
Office of Communications, Marketing and Economic Development will
partner with the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce for a free Facebook
workshop at 3:00 PM at the Chamber building.
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St. Patrick's Day Events
Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, announced the St. Patrick's Day
parade and festival will be on March 11, 2018 from noon to 6:00 PM.
Banning Assault Weapons/Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School
Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, stated in the aftermath of the Marjory
Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland shooting, the Interim Police
Chief will provide a report on school resource officers.
Chris O'Brien, Interim Police Chief, provided an overview presentation on
school security.
Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission
regarding funding and placement of School Resource Officers (SRO).
Commissioner Blattner left the meeting at 3:04 PM.
Commissioner Biederman agreed with Commissioner Hernandez
regarding having the school principals provide a report to the Police
Department on expelled students.
Commissioner Biederman suggested encouraging the State Legislature
to require charter and private schools to have a School Resource Officer
(SRO). Commissioner Callari agreed and Mayor Levy agreed for all
schools.
Commissioner Biederman also suggested bringing back the Reserve
Officer program to specifically help with school security.
Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission
regarding funding and school security.
The Commission recessed at 3:10 PM and reconvened at 4:43 PM. with
all members of the commission present.
17. P-2018-07 Presentation By The Youth Ambassador Program On Their Award
Winning 2017 Video Project Raising Public Awareness About The
Services Their City Performs.
Commissioner Callari introduced the youth ambassadors present and
shadowing the City Commission at the dais.
Lieutenant Ortiz Perez, Youth Ambassador Liaison, introduced members
of the Youth Ambassadors.
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Jason Silveira, Youth Ambassador, explained their video project and
presented the video.
Alvaro Castillo, Youth Ambassador, spoke about the Youth Ambassador
participation in the Dog Show.
Amanda Alvarez, Youth Ambassador, spoke about the Prom awareness
and Drinking and Driving awareness project.
Rotem Raz, Youth Ambassador, explained the Thanksgiving project they
did, delivering meals to the community.
Donna Furman spoke about the Marjory Stoneman Douglas Shooting
Jim Brooks spoke about the victims and their families of the Parkland
shooting.
18. P-2018-08 Presentation By The Hollywood Education Advisory Committee
Recognizing Students From Hollywood Academy Of Arts & Science For
Placing In The Radon Awareness Poster Contest Sponsored By Florida
Department Of Health, United States Environmental Protection Agency
And The American Lung Association.
Clay Milan, Community Development Manager, Education Advisory
Board staff Liaison, introduced Dr. Dan Darico, Chair of the Education
Advisory Board.
Dr. Dan Darico, Education Advisory Board Chair, re-capped their
previous meeting agendas.
Clay Milan, Community Development Manager, Education Advisory
Board Liaison, introduced teacher Hillary Fine.
Hilary Fine, Hollywood Academy of Arts & Science, provided a
presentation on the Radon awareness poster contest and presented
awards to the various student winners.
. City Attorney
. R-2018-064 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF HOLLYWOOD, FLORIDA, URGING
THE FLORIDA LEGISLATURE TO STRENGTHEN THE
REQUIREMENTS TO OBTAIN GUNS AND COMPLETELY BAN
ASSAULT WEAPONS EXCEPT FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT; URGING
THE ENACTMENT OF LEGISLATION WHICH WILL REQUIRE
STRONGER COMPREHENSIVE BACKGROUND CHECKS FOR
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EVERY FIREARM APPLICATION AND SALE; RAISING THE AGE FOR
THE LEGAL PURCHASE OF FIREARMS, MAGAZINES AND
AMMUNITION TO 21; SUPPORTING THE PASSAGE OF LEGISLATION
THAT WOULD KEEP MILITARY-STYLE WEAPONS AND
HIGH-CAPACITY MAGAZINES AWAY FROM OUR SCHOOLS;
AUTHORIZING THE CITY CLERK TO TRANSMIT THIS RESOLUTION
TO VARIOUS LEGISLATIVE AND EXECUTIVE AUTHORITIES.
Douglas Gonzales, City Attorney, explained the intent of the resolution.
ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was
seconded by Commissioner Hernandez, to adopt the Resolution.
On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0)
24. CITIZENS’ COMMENTS
The following individuals expressed personal opinions/concerns:
1. Amy Tupler, 4141 N 40 Avenue
2. Patricia Antrican, 2534 Fillmore Street
3. Helen Chervin, 2470 Adams Street
4. Danny Abramhoff, 3400 Shady Ridge Road
5. Patricia Hamlin, 2743 Washington Street
6. Max Schillenger, Ben Gamla student
7. Gloria Cabrera, Ben Gamla student
8. Yolanta Jezienski, 1040 N 70th Avenue
9. Alvaro Castillo, 822 N Gulf Drive
10. William Peddleton, 1811 North 44 Avenue
11. Rich Avi, Hollywood Lions Club
12. Bob Glickman, 3111 N Ocean Drive
13. Wendy King
14. Daniel Derico, 4900 Jefferson Street
15. Eduardo Aguilar, Oakridge Elementary Principal
34. The meeting adjourned at 5:57 PM.
______________________________
Patricia A. Cerny, MMC
City Clerk
Hollywood, Florida
Approved on:
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Agenda
Regular City Commission Meeting
Wednesday, February 21, 2018
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
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
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NOTES
The Consent Agenda is comprised of items prepared by various offices and departments in the
City. These items are routine and/or non-controversial in nature, and may be voted upon by the
Commission in one motion as listed below.
The regular agenda consists of items that must be discussed or that could be considered
controversial, and are voted upon by the Commission individually.
Agenda items not scheduled for a specific time may be considered at any time during the
meeting, at the Commission’s discretion. However, time certain items will not be considered by
the Commission earlier than the time listed for those items, although those items may be taken
up at a later time.
The following items on this agenda are time certain items.
4:30 PM - Item - 17
4:45 PM - Item - 18
5:00 PM - Item - 24
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 THE CITY CLERK
5. R-2018-048 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood,
Florida, Approving The Regular City Commission Meeting Minutes Of
July 3, 2017.
Attachments: Resolution - min- 7-3-17.doc
July 3 2017 minutes.pdf
6. R-2018-049 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood,
Florida, Approving The Regular City Commission Meeting Minutes Of
August 30, 2017.
Attachments: Resolution - min- 08-30-17doc
August 30 2017 minutes.pdf
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OFFICE OF HUMAN RESOUCES
7. R-2018-050 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood,
Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To
Negotiate A Settlement Between Herbert Helfen And The City For
Indemnity Benefit Payments For A Workers’ Compensation Claim In An
Amount Not To Exceed $175,000.00.
Attachments: Herbert Helfen's Workers Compensation Indemnity Benefit Settlement - Resolution.doc
BIS 18-102.docx
DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
8. R-2018-051 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City of Hollywood,
Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The
Attached Second Amendment To The Interlocal Agreement Between
South Broward Hospital District And The City Of Hollywood Relating To
The Future Hospital District Development Which Incorporates The
Recommendations Into The Memorial Hospital Development Master
Plan.
Attachments: Memorial Hospital-Interlocal Amendment 2-RESOLUTION.docx
AGREEMENT 2ND AMENDMENT2017 DOC.docx
termhospitaldistrictmasterplan1stamendil.doc
ENGINEERING DIVISION
9. R-2018-052 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood,
Florida, Approving Amendments To The Plat Notations For “Port
Everglades Plat No. 7”, “Port Everglades Plat No. 11”, And “Port
Everglades Plat No. 12” To Revise The Restrictive Note On Each Of
The Plats To Reflect The Existing And Proposed Future Uses Thereon.
Attachments: REVISED -EN 18-043 Reso rev.doc
Exhibit A-Plat 7.pdf
Exhibit A-Plat 11.pdf
Exhibit A-Plat 12.pdf
Port Everglades Plat Nos 7, 11 and 12.pdf
DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL SERVICES
10. R-2018-053 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood,
Florida, Amending Resolution R-2011-238 Regarding The Fund
Balance Policy And Providing For A Retroactive Effective Date Of
September 21, 2016.
Attachments: Reso_revised.doc
R-2011-238 fund balance policy.pdf
BIS 18-094R.doc
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DEPARTMENT OF PARKS, RECREATION & CULTURAL ARTS
11. R-2018-054 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood,
Florida, Approving And Authorizing By Special Exception The
Participation Of The Budweiser Clydesdale Horses In The City Of
Hollywood St. Patrick’s Day Parade And Festival On Sunday, March
11, 2018.
Attachments: Reso - CLYDASDALE St Patricks Day Parade.docx
POLICE DEPARTMENT
12. R-2018-055 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 Victims Of Crime Act
(“VOCA”) Grant Proposal To The Office Of The Attorney General, State
Of Florida, For The Continued Funding For A Police Department Victim
Advocate In An Approximate Amount Of $71,547.44; Authorizing The
In-Kind Match Requirement In An Approximate Amount Of $17,886.86;
Further Authorizing The Acceptance And Execution Of Said Grant Upon
Its Award; And If Awarded, Amending The Fiscal Year 2018 Adopted
Operating Budget (R-2017-288) As Outlined In Exhibit 1.
Attachments: Resolution.docx
Exhibit 1.pdf
BIS 18095.doc
13. R-2018-056 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood,
Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Expenditure Of Federal Law
Enforcement Forfeiture Funds (Justice) Pursuant To The Federal
Comprehensive Crime Control Act Of 1984 For The Purchase Of Three
Hundred Fifty Eight (358) Active Shooter Response Kits In An Amount
Not To Exceed $230,096.92; Approving And Authorizing The Issuance
Of A Purchase Order With Federal Eastern International For The
Purchase Of Three Hundred Fifty Eight (358) Active Shooter Response
Kits In The Amount Of $230,096.92; And Amending The Fiscal Year
2018 Adopted Operating Budget (R-2017-288) As Detailed In Exhibit
1.
Attachments: Res Federal Eastern - Active Shooter Kits.doc
Exhibit 1.pdf
Federal Eastern Backup.pdf
Term Sheet (piggback) (2).doc
BIS 18098.doc
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DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC UTILITIES
14. R-2018-057 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood,
Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To
Implement A Settlement With The Hollywood Beach Resort
Condominium Association, Inc.
Attachments: rsettlehbrutilitybillstuckmeter.docx
BIS 18-105.doc
15. R-2018-044 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood,
Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Issue The
Attached Blanket Purchase Order With Sunstate Meter & Supply, Inc.
For The Purchase Of Neptune Meters For An Estimated Annual
Amount Of $200,000.00.
Attachments: Reso - Sunstate Meter & Supply, Inc Rev1.doc
B003097 Sunstate Meter & Supply, Inc.pdf
Sunstate Meter & Supply, Inc Sole Source.pdf
TERMSHEETSUNSTATENEPTUNEMETERPURCHSOLESOURCE.DOC
BIS 18-090R.doc
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
16. R-2018-058 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood,
Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Issue The
Attached Amended Blanket Purchase Order With Boyd Accessory &
Design To Provide Lettering Of Police And General Fleet Vehicles By
Increasing The Estimated Annual Expenditure Of $30,000.00 To
$70,000.00 For The Remainder Of The Of The Initial One Year Contract
Period.
Attachments: B003019 Boyd Resolution.docx
B003019 Boyd Accessory Initial Term.doc
Boyd Increase PW Memo.pdf
Term Sheet - Boyd Accessory and Design.doc
BIS18-107R.doc
Requires A 5/7th Vote
4:30 PM TIME CERTAIN ITEM
17. P-2018-07 Presentation By The Youth Ambassador Program On Their Award
Winning 2017 Video Project Raising Public Awareness About The
Services Their City Performs.
4:45 PM TIME CERTAIN ITEM
18. P-2018-08 Presentation By The Hollywood Education Advisory Committee
Recognizing Students From Hollywood Academy Of Arts & Science
For Placing In The Radon Awareness Poster Contest Sponsored By
Florida Department Of Health, United States Environmental Protection
Agency And The American Lung Association.
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REGULAR AGENDA
19. R-2018-059 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood,
Florida, Appointing One (1) Student Alternate Member To The
Education Advisory Committee.
Attachments: ResoEAC_Kriger_Feb 2018.doc
Emily Kriger App.pdf
20. R-2018-060 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood,
Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The
Attached Contract With Giannetti Contracting Corporation For
Construction Services Related To The City-Wide Sanitary Sewer
Expansion, In The Amount Of $2,310,953.00 (Project No. 17-7084).
Attachments: 01 Resolution - Contract with Giannetti for Citywide Sanitary Sewer Expansion (7084).docx
02 Contract - Contract with Giannetti for Citywide Sanitary Sewer Expansion(7084).pdf
Term Sheet - Gianette Contracting Corporation.doc
BIS 18-106.doc
21. R-2018-061 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood,
Florida, Amending The One Year Action Plan For Federal Program
Fiscal Year 2017-2018; Re-Allocating And Re-Appropriating
$40,000.00 Of Unexpended Funds For The Community Development
Block Grant (CDBG) And Amending The Fiscal Year 2018 Adopted
Operating Budget (R-2017-288) For The Special Programs Fund (11)
As Detailed In The Attached Exhibit “1”.
Attachments: RESO OYPFEDERAL2018 - Revised.doc
Exhibit 1.pdf
BIS 18101.doc
Advertised Public Hearing
22. R-2018-062 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood,
Florida, Approving The Allocation Of Community Development Block
Grant Funds To The Community Enhancement Collaboration, Inc.;
Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Establish An Account To
Appropriate And To Disburse The Grant Funds; And Authorizing The
Appropriate City Officials To Execute The Attached Agreement With
The Community Enhancement Collaboration, Inc For A Total Allocation
Of Community Development Block Grant Funds In The Amount Of
$40,000.00.
Attachments: RESOCECAGREE20172018_REV.doc
Subrecipient Agreement-Marked.docx
TERMSHEETCECFEEDINGPROGRCDBGFUNDINGAG2018.DOC
BIS 18-103.docx
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23. R-2018-063 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood,
Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The
Attached Lease Agreement Between The Community Enhancement
Collaboration, Inc. And The City For Use Of The Washington Park
Service Center Located At 5648 Wiley Street To Provide Free Or
Low-Cost, Non-Commercial, Community-Based Services To Benefit
Residents Of The Washington Park Community.
Attachments: Reso CEC New Lease Rev.(2).docx
CECLEASE2018NEW_FINAL.doc
TERMSHEETCECLEASENEW2017UTILITIES.DOC
BIS 18-100.docx
24. 5:00 PM CITIZENS’ COMMENTS (Total Time 30 Minutes)
COMMENTS BY THE CITY COMMISSION, CITY ATTORNEY & CITY
MANAGER
25. Commissioner Blattner, District 4
26. Commissioner Biederman, District 5
27. Commissioner Sherwood, District 6
28. Vice Mayor Case, District 1
29. Commissioner Hernandez, District 2
30. Commissioner Callari, District 3
31. Mayor Levy
32. City Attorney
33. City Manager
34. ADJOURNMENT
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Any person who wishes to speak must first complete a comment card from the City Clerk .
Comment cards must be returned to the City Clerk within the first five minutes after the start of the
agenda item. After being recognized, approach the podium, give your name and address,
identify your client or clients (if applicable). A citizen's time is not transferable to any other
person.
Citizens' Comments shall be held on the Third Wednesday of each month at the Regular City
Commission Meeting in the City Commission Chambers, Room 219, at 5:00 PM.
Lobbyist registration is required if any person, firm or corporation is lobbying the City
Commission on any petition or issue, pursuant to the Section 30.15 of the Code of Ordinances.
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).
Disclosure Of Real Estate Interests And Business Relationships - When an agenda item involves
the use or development of land, each member of the City Commission, the City Manager, the
Assistant City Manager, the City Attorney, the Deputy City Attorney, and the director and
assistant director(s) of each City department and City office shall disclose orally, at the time the
City Commission begins to discuss the item, or in writing to the City Clerk prior to the publication
of the agenda, any significant interest (as defined below) that such City official or employee or
any relative of such City official or employee has in land located within 300 feet of the land that is
the subject of the item. When an agenda item involves an invitation for bids, request for
proposals, request for qualifications, request for letters of interest, or other competitive
solicitation, each member of the City Commission, the City Manager, the Assistant City
Manager, the City Attorney, the Deputy City Attorney, and the director and assistant director (s) of
each City department and City office shall disclose orally, at the time the City Commission
begins to discuss the item, or in writing to the City Clerk prior to the publication of the agenda,
any client or business relationship that such City official or employee or any relative of such City
official or employee has with any business entity that has submitted a response to the
competitive solicitation. “Significant interest” means ownership of more than 5 percent of the
value of the land.
Persons attending meetings shall remain seated at all times unless called upon to speak, will not
call out comments during the meeting or make inappropriate hand or facial gestures.
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