Regular City Commission Meeting

City of Hollywood Hollywood City Hall 2600 Hollywood Blvd Hollywood, FL 33020 http://www.hollywoodfl.org Meeting Minutes - Final Wednesday, April 18, 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 April 18, 2018 . The Regular City Commission Meeting of the City of Hollywood, Florida, was called to order by Mayor Levy on Wednesday, April 18, 2018 at 1:10 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-2018-111 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Certifying That The Crispus Commons II Development Project By Liberia Economic and Social Development, Inc. And Broward Alliance For Neighborhood Development, Inc. Is Consistent With The City’s Local Plans And Regulations. 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-2018-112 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute A Purchase Order With Robert Half International, Inc For Professional Services To Support The Information Technology Department For An Estimated Amount Not To Exceed $62,900.00. City of Hollywood Page 1 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final April 18, 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-2018-113 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute A Purchase Order With K-Force Professional Services To Support The Information Technology Department For An Estimated Amount Not To Exceed $88,100.00. 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-2018-114 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 Hinterland Group, Inc. For Removal And Disposal Of Debris From The Lift Station Wet Wells And The WWTP For An Estimated Annual Expenditure Of $73,500.00. 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) 9. R-2018-115 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Supporting And Adopting The Broward County December 2017 Update Of The Multi-Jurisdictional Enhanced Local Mitigation Strategy Plan Pursuant To The Disaster Mitigation Act Of 2000, Which Establishes Criteria For The Distribution Of Federal Funds For Local Disaster-Related Mitigation Projects; Authorizing The Establishment Of Certain Accounts To Recognize And Appropriate Said Federal Funds, If And When Distributed; Further Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute All Applicable Participation Agreements To Receive Said Funds. 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-2018-117 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officals To Issue The Attached Blanket Purchase Order With Unifirst Corporation For Uniform Rentals And Related Products and Service To Be Utilized By All City Departments And Division Offices In The Estimated Annual Amount of $60,000.00. City of Hollywood Page 2 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final April 18, 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) 10. R-2018-116 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The Attached LED Lighting Agreement With Florida Power & Light For The Conversion Of 5,788 FPL-Owned And Maintained Street Lights To LED Lighting. Barry Faske, Green Team Chair, expressed personal opinions and concerns. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, responded to concerns of the public and Commission. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. Sylvia Glazer, Director of Public Works, provided additional information. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Biederman, which was seconded by Commissioner Callari, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 12. P-2018-015 A Proclamation In Recognition Of National Arbor Day Observed On Friday, April 27, 2018. Mayor Levy read the proclamation in recognition of National Arbor Day observed on Friday, April 27, 2018. Charles Lassiter, Assistant Director of Public Works, introduced Barry Faske, Green Team Chair. Barry Faske, Green Team Chair, accepted the proclamation and thanked the Commission for the recognition. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. 12A. R-2018-120 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Granting Consent To The Transfer, By Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort, L.P. (The “Seller”) To MVHF, LLC (The “Buyer”), Of Seller’s Interest In The Margaritaville Beach Resort Hotel. Drew Heimbrock, Vice President, and Bernard N. Siegel, Partner, KSL Capital Partners, MVHF, LLC., introduced themselves and provided City of Hollywood Page 3 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final April 18, 2018 information on their company. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission and Bernard Siegel responded to questions raised by the Commission. Lon Tabatchnick, Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort LP, responded to questions raised by the Commission. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. Douglas Gonzales, City Attorney, provided additional information. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. ACTION: Motion was made by Vice Mayor Case, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed 6-1. Commissioner Hernandez was opposed. 13. PO-2018-01 An Ordinance Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending Chapter 100 Of The Code Of Ordinances Entitled “Noise” To Clarify Definitions; To Make Property Owners Responsible For Violations; To Waive The Requirement For A Warning Prior To Violation; To Establish Quiet Hours Citywide In Residentially Zoned Areas; To Establish A Fine Structure With Escalating Fees; And To Clarify 100.04 Sound Limitations For Public Property; Providing For Severability; Providing For Conflicts; Providing For An Effective Date. Lorie Mertens-Black, Chief Civic Affairs Officer, provided a presentation on the proposed amendment to the noise ordinance. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. The following individuals expressed personal opinions/concerns: 1. Terry Cantrell, 745 Harrison Street 2. Bob Glickman, 3111 N Ocean Drive Douglas Gonzales, City Attorney, responded to questions raised by the public. Commissioner Callari left the meeting at 2:13 PM and returned at 2:15 PM. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. John Chidsey, Code Compliance Manager, provided additional City of Hollywood Page 4 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final April 18, 2018 information. The City Clerk read the ordinance title on first reading. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Biederman, to adopt on first reading the Ordinance. The motion on roll call vote carried: Aye: Vice Mayor Case Commissioner Hernandez Commissioner Callari Commissioner Blattner Commissioner Biederman Commissioner Sherwood Mayor Levy Enactment No: O-2018-10 14. R-2018-118 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Appointing 11 Members To The Dune Master Plan Task Force. Lorie Mertens-Black, Civic Affairs Officer, explained the intent of the resolution. The following individuals expressed personal opinions/concerns: 1. Jordan Leib, McGowan's of Hollywood 2. Craig McAdams, 1800 North Surf Road 3. Steve Welsch, 315 DeSoto Street 4. Eric Ram 5. Caryl Shuham, 4201 N. Ocean Drive 6. Lee Gottlieb, 3001 Ocean Drive 7. Barry Faske, Faske Enterprises ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Biederman, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Case, to amend the Resolution to increase the citywide category to three members. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) City of Hollywood Page 5 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final April 18, 2018 ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Blattner, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Case, to adopt the Resolution appointing Craig McAdams, in the category of beach business small member; Steve Welsch, in the category of beach business small member; Ed Walls, in the category of beach business hotel member; Eric Ram, in the category of north beach property owner; Bob Glickman, in the category of central beach property owner; Andrew Zullo, in the category of south beach property owner; Barry Faske, in the category of citywide resident member; Lee Gottlieb, in the category of citywide resident member; and Caryl Shuham, in the category of citywide resident member, and increasing the citywide category to three members. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 15. P-2018-016 Presentation By David Vazquez, Interim Director Of Parks, Recreation And Cultural Arts, On Fourth Of July 2018 Event. David Vazquez, Interim Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts, provided a presentation on the Fourth of July 2018 event. Commissioner Blattner left the meeting at 3:02 PM and returned at 3:04 PM. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. Chris O'Brien, Police Chief, responded to questions raised by the Commission. Extensive discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, provided additional information. It was the general consensus to continue the discussion to one of the May regular Commission meetings. Commissioner Hernandez left the meeting at 3:31 PM. 16. R-2018-119 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 Broward County Police Benevolent Association to Address Article 43 (Wages) Prior To The Conclusion Of A Negotiated Successor Agreement And Not Be Delayed By The Pending Unfair Labor Practice Case No. CA-2012-016 Filed By The PBA. City of Hollywood Page 6 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final April 18, 2018 Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, explained the intent of the resolution. Jeff Marano, Broward County PBA, expressed personal opinions/concerns. Commissioner Hernandez returned to the meeting at 3:34 PM. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Sherwood, which was seconded by Commissioner Callari, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 18. Commissioner Hernandez, District 2 Shuttle Circulator Commissioner Hernandez questioned the start date of the downtown shuttle circulator. Gus Zambrano, Assistant City Manager for Sustainable Development, responded the Commission was provided a summary of information regarding the RFP dates. Downtown Parking Commissioner Hernandez stated residents cannot find parking in the downtown and want free overnight parking in some places, he asked staff to research this particular issue. Commissioner Hernandez used an example of persons who consumed alcohol and may take a chance to drive because they do not want to get a parking ticket. Commissioner Biederman supported the issue. 19. Commissioner Callari, District 3 General Obligation Bond (GOB) Commissioner Callari stated today’s discussions were about trees and septic to sewer. At the Park East Civic Association meeting last night residents discussed Orangebrook Golf Course. Commissioner Callari spoke about fine tuning the General Obligation Bond (GOB) to have improvements and the preservation of green space. Noise Ordinance Commissioner Callari stated she is pleased to see all the work done regarding the noise ordinance, as this is an issue with vacation rentals and party homes. Margaritaville Hotel & Resort Commissioner Callari stated earlier today during the discussion regarding the sale of Margaritaville Hotel & Resort, she expressed her disappointment the previous owners were not being a friendly neighbor, City of Hollywood Page 7 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final April 18, 2018 as there is a need to have transparency. July 4th Fireworks Commissioner Callari spoke about the July 4th fireworks regarding having them on the beach versus the safety our residents, as both are important issues. Broward League of Cities Commissioner Callari stated the Broward League of Cities is important and the City must become more active in the league. 20. Commissioner Blattner, District 4 July 4th Fireworks Commissioner Blattner stated if fireworks are not on the beach, residents will be disappointed if there is an alternative site. He feels fireworks should be on the beach or not have them at all due to all the traffic construction. Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) meeting Commissioner Blattner explained more about the Mayors Roundtable Panel held today by the Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO), in which Mayor Levy was one of three mayor panelists. Commissioner Blattner explained that Mayor Levy has volunteered to be part of the steering committee to address issues discussed at the Mayors Roundtable meetings and how to move forward with the meetings and roundtable topics. 21. Commissioner Biederman, District 5 Commissioner Biederman had no further comments. 22. Commissioner Sherwood, District 6 General Obligation Bond (GOB) Commissioner Sherwood stated the General Obligation Bond (GOB) needs to have funds for shuttles and trolleys which would go all the way to the western part of the City to the beach. Commissioner Sherwood stated the GOB election should be in March as residents may more readily read their mail and advertisements because they will receive less advertisement than in the November election. 23. Vice Mayor Case, District 1 City of Hollywood Page 8 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final April 18, 2018 Budget Commissioner Case clarified the line item regarding reimbursements verses enhanced service dollars from the Fiscal Retreat workshop on April 11, 2018. A comment was made that the dollars the CRA pays for enhanced services are actually a reimbursement. To clarify, enhanced service dollars means that those dollars would have to stay with that department; once the CRA is gone, the funds become true dollars, not reimbursed. General Obligation Bond (GOB) Commissioner Case stated at the Commission in the Community meeting on April 11, 2018 there were discussions on the proposed GOB improvements. There needs to be more education and clarification as to why the City cannot fund projects without the GOB. Cardboard Boat Race Commissioner Case stated she will be attending the Marine Advisory Board meeting to discuss bringing back the cardboard boat race. The meeting is on April 19, 2018 at 6:00 PM at the Hollywood Marina. Parking Garage Commissioner Case stated on April 19, 2018 there is a community meeting regarding the Nevada/Nebraska Street Parking Garage to hear from the contractor and herself regarding the reconstruction plans. Hurricane Preparedness Commissioner Case stated hurricane season starts in June and the time is now to start preparing by trimming trees and protecting your home . Commissioner Case suggested the civic associations invite Jaime Hernandez, Emergency Management Coordinator, to do a presentation on protecting your property. Register to Vote Commissioner Case reminded everyone of the importance of registering to vote. Commissioner Case stated she just learned teenagers can register to vote at age 16, however, they are eligible to vote once they turn 18. 24. Mayor Levy Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) Meeting Mayor Levy explained he participated in the Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) Roundtable Panel with Mayors from the entire county. The discussions were on the future transportation of Broward County and how to best accommodate future mass transit, due to the City of Hollywood Page 9 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final April 18, 2018 limitations on road widening. He looks forward to continued discussions as part of the panel. Mayor Levy reminded the Commission and staff to submit their ideas for mass transportation to the MPO as they are doing their Commitment 2045 plan and want to hear from everyone. School Safety Mayor Levy stated he participated in the Broward League of Cities Task Force on school safety and community safety. Mayor Levy stated part of the discussion was the State promulgation of having a School Resource Officer (SRO) at every school. At this time it is unknown what the requirement will be in terms of staff qualifications, but staff needs to be aware for budgeting and staffing issues. Hurricane Preparedness Mayor Levy stated Jaime Hernandez, Emergency Management Coordinator, will be presenting to the Commission on hurricane preparedness and for everyone to be aware as hurricane season is approaching. Israel Mayor Levy wished all the Israeli Americans and the State of Israel a happy independence day tomorrow. 25. City Attorney FPL Lawsuit Douglas Gonzales, City Attorney, explained from May thru September of 2013 there was a large increase in sewer inflows in Alandco area. It took a long time for the investigation as the lines were bored thru by FPL or its contractors. The City has demanded monies for damages and he is recommending suing FPL due to statute of limitations. He asked for authorization from the Commission to sue FPL. . R-2018-121 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida Authorizing The City Attorney To File A Civil Action Against FPL And Any Other Potentially Liable Party For Damages Resulting From The 8” Sewer Line Break That Occurred In The Alandco Industrial Park Area In 2013. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Hernandez, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Case, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) City of Hollywood Page 10 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final April 18, 2018 26. City Manager Railroad Tracks Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, announced FDOT road maintenance requires the closing of the railroad tracks and the street crossings at Garfield Street and Hollywood Boulevard. He also explained the Bright Line Railway will be testing the new signal system from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM every day. Driver License Replacement Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, announced the Department of Motor Vehicles will provide free replacement of drivers’ licenses for the residents affected by the street renaming on April 25th from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at City Hall. Advisory Board Appointments Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, announced the City Clerk is accepting advisory board applications for the various City board until tomorrow at 6:00 PM. Interim Building Official Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, introduced interim building official Dean Decker. Dean Decker provided information on his background and briefly explained his ideas for improvements. Commissioner Blattner left the meeting at 4:02 PM. The meeting recessed at 4:03 PM and reconvened at 5:06 PM with all members of the Commission present. 17. CITIZENS’ COMMENTS The following individuals expressed personal opinions/concerns: 1. Barry Faske, Faske Enterpises 2. Fred Rezvani, Fred Denicci Construction 3. Lynn Smith, 1939 Adams Street 4. Maria Jackson, 2305 Fletcher Street 5. Blanchard Hiatt, 1985 S. Ocean Drive 5. Adriana Algieri, 1902 Madison Street 6. Claire Garrett, 3140 Calle Largo Drive 7. James Powell, 3236 Van Buren Street 8. Elmyra Powell, 3236 Van Buren Street 9. Sean Atkinson, 1106 N 31 Avenue 10. Nancy Fowler, 2616 Coolidge Street 11. Rosemary Sabino, 2456 Fillmore Street City of Hollywood Page 11 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final April 18, 2018 12. Patricia Antrican, 2534 Fillmore Street 13. Clifton Day, 157 Calle Largo Drive 14. Jolanta Jezierski, 1040 N 70 Avenue 15. Tom Lander, 3186 Roosevelt Street 16. Howard Sher, 4223 Van Buren Street 17. Helen Chervin, 2470 Adams Street 18. William Pendleton, 1811 N 49th Avenue 19. Andre Brown, 2316 Mayo Street 20. Brad Haber, 2816 N 46th Avenue 27. The meeting adjourned at 6:03 PM. ______________________________ Patricia A. Cerny, MMC City Clerk Hollywood, Florida Approved on: ______________________ City of Hollywood Page 12