Regular City Commission Meeting

City of Hollywood Hollywood City Hall 2600 Hollywood Blvd Hollywood, FL 33020 http://www.hollywoodfl.org Meeting Minutes - Final Wednesday, May 2, 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 May 2, 2018 . The Regular City Commission Meeting of the City of Hollywood, Florida, was called to order by Mayor Levy on Wednesday, May 2, 2018 at 1:23 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 Vice Mayor Case, to adopt the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 5. R-2018-122 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving The Payment Of Fees, Pursuant To The Current Agreement With Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C. In A Total Amount Not To Exceed $80,000.00 For FY 2018. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Case, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 6. R-2018-123 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving The Payment Of Fees, Pursuant To The Current Agreement With Weiss Serota Helfman Cole & Bierman, P.L., In A Total Amount Not To Exceed $100,000.00 For FY 2018. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Case, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) City of Hollywood Page 1 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final May 2, 2018 7. R-2018-124 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving The Payment Of Fees, Pursuant To The Current Contract For Consulting/Professional Services With The Law Offices Of Paul T. Ryder, Jr., P.A., For Legal Services For FY 2018 In A Total Amount Not To Exceed $125,000.00. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Case, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 8. R-2018-125 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving The Regular City Commission Meeting Minutes Of November 1, 2017. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Case, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 9. R-2018-126 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving The Joint / Special City Commission / Community Redevelopment Agency Board Meeting Minutes Of November 15, 2017. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Case, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 10. R-2018-127 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving The Regular City Commission Meeting Minutes Of November 15, 2017. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Case, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 11. R-2018-128 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving The Regular City Commission Meeting Minutes Of December 6, 2017. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Case, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 12. R-2018-129 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The Attached First Amendment To The Interlocal Agreement With The City Of Hollywood Community Redevelopment Agency For Community Bus And Transit City of Hollywood Page 2 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final May 2, 2018 Services. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Case, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 13. R-2018-130 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The First Amendment To The Interlocal Agreement With Broward County For Community Bus Service To Reduce Service Hours And Corresponding Financial Assistance As a Result Of Underperforming Routes. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Case, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 15. R-2018-132 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The Attached 2018 Amendment To The Interlocal Agreement With Broward County Regarding Additional Local Option Gas Tax On Motor Fuel, And The 2018 Amendment To The Interlocal Agreement With Broward County Regarding Additional Local Option Gas Tax On Motor Fuel For Transit. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Case, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 16. R-2018-133 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending The Budgets Of Various Funds Of The Fiscal Year 2018 Operating Budget Adopted And Approved By Resolution R-2017-288; Revising Operating Revenues, Authorizing Budgetary Transfers And Adjustments, Reauthorizing And Re-Appropriating Certain Funding; And Providing An Effective Date. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Case, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 18. R-2018-135 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Accept 2017 Department Of Homeland Security Grant Funds From The City Of Miami In The Approximate Amount Of $115,113.34 To Enhance Public Safety And Emergency Management UASI Approved Projects And Equipment; Further Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The Attached Memorandum Of Agreement With The City Of Miami (And All Other Applicable Sub-Grant Documents And Agreements); And City of Hollywood Page 3 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final May 2, 2018 Amending The Fiscal Year 2018 Operating Budget (R-2017-288). ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Case, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 19. R-2018-136 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 Florida Fish And Wildlife Conservation Derelict Vessel Removal Program Grant In The Approximate Amount Of $13,750.00; Authorizing The Contribution Of Florida Inland Navigation District For The Florida Inland Navigation District Derelict Vessel Removal Program Grant Funds, In The Approximate Amount Of $13,750.00 As Required Matching Funds For This Purpose; Authorizing The Establishment Of Certain Accounts To Recognize And Appropriate The Grant Funding; Amending The Fiscal Year 2018 Adopted Operating Budget (R-2017-288) Of The Police Grants Fund (Fund 13) And Further Authorizing The Acceptance And Execution Of The Grant Upon Award. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Case, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 20. R-2018-137 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 Florida Inland Navigation District Derelict Vessel Removal Program Grant In The Approximate Amount Of $13,750.00; Authorizing The Contribution Of Florida Fish And Wildlife Conservation Derelict Vessel Removal Grant Funds, In The Approximate Amount Of $13,750.00 As Required Matching Funds For This Purpose; Authorizing The Establishment Of Certain Accounts To Recognize And Appropriate The Grant Funding; Amending The Fiscal Year 2018 Adopted Operating Budget (R-2017-288) Of The Police Grants Fund (Fund 13) And Further Authorizing The Acceptance And Execution Of The Grant Upon Award. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Case, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 14. R-2018-131 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 With The Hollywood Professional Fire Fighters, Local #1375, IAFF (“IAFF”) To Address Article 6 (Wages), Article 28 (Pension Plans) And Article 31 (Life And Health Group Benefit Plan) Prior To The Conclusion Of A Negotiated City of Hollywood Page 4 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final May 2, 2018 Successor Agreement And Not Be Delayed By The Pending Unfair Labor Practice (“PERC”) Case No. CR-2017-002 Filed By the IAFF. William Huddleston, Hollywood Fire Union, expressed personal opinions/concerns. 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) 17. R-2018-134 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The Attached Third Amendment To The Interlocal Agreement With The Broward County School Board, Concerning Public School Facilities; Providing For Implementation, Conflicts And An Effective Date. (18-ILA-12) 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) 21. P-2018-017 Proclamation In Recognition Of The 49th Annual Municipal Clerks Week, May 6 - 12, 2018. Commissioner Callari read the proclamation in recognition of the 49th annual Municipal Clerks Week, May 6-12, 2018. Patricia Cerny, City Clerk, accepted the proclamation and thanked the Commission for the recognition. 22. P-2018-018 Proclamation In Recognition Of National Women’s Lung Health Week/Turquoise Takeover Week, May 6 - 12, 2018. Commissioner Sherwood read the proclamation in recognition of National Women's Lung Health Week/Turquoise Takeover Week, May 6-12, 2018. Michael Garcia, American Lung Association, accepted the proclamation and thanked the Commission for the recognition. 23. P-2018-019 Proclamation In Recognition Of Public Service Recognition Week, May 6 - 12, 2018. Mayor Levy read the proclamation in recognition of Public Service Recognition Week, May 6-12, 2018. Jennifer Solinger, Human Resources Administrator, accepted the City of Hollywood Page 5 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final May 2, 2018 proclamation, explained the events planned for next week and thanked the Commission for the recognition. 24. P-2018-020 Presentation Of The May 2018 Diamond Service Award Recipient And Recognition Of The May 2018 Diamond Service Award Nominees By The Diamond Service Award Selection Committee. Presentation Of The 2018 City Manager’s Team Diamond Service Awardees. Presentation Of The May 2018 Service Awards By Jennifer Solinger, Human Resources Administrator To 99 City And 3 CRA Employees In Recognition Of Their Years Of Service. Tami Thorton, Assistant Director of Human Resources, introduced the May 2018 Diamond Service Award Nominees. Tami Thorton, Assistant Director of Human Resources, read the commendation which resulted in Laura Monetti, Crime Scene Technician, being recognized as the May 2018 Diamond Service Award recipient. Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, and Chris O'Brien, Police Chief, presented the Diamond Award to Laura Monetti. Laura Monetti, Crime Scene Technician, accepted the award and thanked her co-workers for their support and her supervisors for the recognition. Tami Thornton, Assistant Director of Human Resources, read the commendation which resulted in the Firefighter Friday Crew being recognized with the Team Diamond Service Award for May 2018. Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, and Christopher Pratt, Fire Chief, presented the Team Diamond Award to the Firefighter Friday Crew members. Jennifer Solinger, Human Resources Administrator, recognized employees with 30, 25, 20, 15, 10, and 5 years of service. The Commission recessed at 2:25 PM and returned at 2:44 PM with all members of the Commission present. . P-2018-020A Presentation by the Department Motor Vehicles, David Brown, on the Street Name change on Drivers Licenses. David Brown, Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, provided a presentation on the progress for street name change on drivers licenses; he also provided suggestions for discussion on how to improve the level City of Hollywood Page 6 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final May 2, 2018 of service to the residents affected. Lorie Mertens-Black, Chief Civic Affairs Officer, provided additional information on the upcoming events, documentation which may be required and planning for future events. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. 25. PO-2018-02 An Ordinance Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending The City Charter By Creating A Preamble, Subject To Approval By The Electorate At A Referendum To Be Held On November 6, 2018. Lorie Mertens-Black, Chief Civic Affairs Officer, introduced Ron Rothschild, Chair of the Charter Review Committee. Ron Rothschild, Chair of the Charter Review Committee, provided a presentation on items 25 thru 33, which the Committee is recommending for referendum by the electorate. The City Clerk read the ordinance title on first reading. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Case, 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-2018-01 26. PO-2018-03 An Ordinance Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending Article I Of The City Charter Entitled "General Provisions" To Require The City To Continue To Exercise Power Regarding The Environment And To Correct The Name By Which The Form Of Government Of The City Is Known, All Subject To Approval By The Electorate At A Referendum To Be Held On November 6, 2018. The City Clerk read the ordinance title on first reading. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Case, to adopt on first reading the Ordinance. The motion on roll call vote carried: City of Hollywood Page 7 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final May 2, 2018 Aye: Vice Mayor Case Commissioner Hernandez Commissioner Callari Commissioner Blattner Commissioner Biederman Commissioner Sherwood Mayor Levy Enactment No: O-2018-02 27. PO-2018-04 An Ordinance Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending Article II Of The City Charter Entitled "The City Commission" To Specify The Number Of Regular Meetings The City Commission Shall Schedule And Hold, To Require The City Commission To Conduct Citizens’ Comments In Each Calendar Month In Which The Commission Holds A Regular Meeting, To Create A Duty To Disclose When A Commission Member Has Knowledge Of Another Commission Member’s Voting Conflict Of Interest, And To Prohibit The City Commission And Its Members From Giving Orders To And Making Requests Of City Employees Except Designees Of The City Manager Or City Attorney, All Subject To Approval By The Electorate At A Referendum To Be Held On November 6, 2018. The City Clerk read the ordinance title on first reading. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, 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-2018-03 28. PO-2018-05 An Ordinance Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending Article III Of The City Charter Entitled "Elections," Including Changes To The Divisions Entitled “Conduct Of Elections” And “Candidates,” All Subject To Approval By The Electorate At A Referendum To Be Held On November 6, 2018. The City Clerk read the ordinance title on first reading. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Case, to adopt on first reading the Ordinance. The motion on roll call vote carried: City of Hollywood Page 8 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final May 2, 2018 Aye: Vice Mayor Case Commissioner Hernandez Commissioner Callari Commissioner Blattner Commissioner Biederman Commissioner Sherwood Mayor Levy Enactment No: O-2018-04 29. PO-2018-06 An Ordinance Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending Articles IV And V Of The City Charter, Entitled "Initiative" And “Referendum”, Including A Change To Increase The Time Within Which A Committee Of Petitioners Must File Supplementary Petition Papers Containing Additional Signatures And Non-Substantive Changes Primarily Aimed At Making Uniform The Procedures For An Initiative And A Referendum, Subject To Approval By The Electorate At A Referendum To Be Held On November 6, 2018. The City Clerk read the ordinance title on first reading. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, 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-2018-05 30. PO-2018-07 An Ordinance Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending Various Sections Of Article VI Of The City Charter Entitled “City Manager” And Article VII Of The City Charter Entitled "City Attorney," All Subject To Approval By The Electorate At A Referendum To Be Held On November 6, 2018. The City Clerk read the ordinance title on first reading. ACTION: Motion was made by Vice Mayor Case, which was seconded by Commissioner Callari, to adopt on first reading the Ordinance. The motion on roll call vote carried: City of Hollywood Page 9 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final May 2, 2018 Aye: Vice Mayor Case Commissioner Hernandez Commissioner Callari Commissioner Blattner Commissioner Biederman Commissioner Sherwood Mayor Levy Enactment No: O-2018-06 31. PO-2018-08 An Ordinance Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending Article VIII Of The City Charter Entitled “Officers And Employees;" Providing That City Commission Members Are Prohibited From Interfering With The Appointment Of Officers And Employees By The City Attorney, And Providing For Gender Neutrality, All Subject To Approval By The Electorate At A Referendum To Be Held On November 6, 2018. The City Clerk read the ordinance title on first reading. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Case, 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-2018-07 32. PO-2018-09 An Ordinance Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending Section 11.02 Of The City Charter To Add The Immediate Past Chair And Vice-Chair As Non-Voting Ex Officio Members Of The Charter Review Committee, Subject To Approval By The Electorate At A Referendum To Be Held On November 6, 2018. The City Clerk read the ordinance title on first reading. ACTION: Motion was made by Vice Mayor Case, which was seconded by Commissioner Callari, 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 City of Hollywood Page 10 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final May 2, 2018 Enactment No: O-2018-08 33. PO-2018-10 An Ordinance Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending Section 13.01 Of The City Charter To Clarify That The Sale Or Other Disposition Of A City-Owned Golf Course Must Be Approved By The City’s Electors, Subject To Approval By The Electorate At A Referendum To Be Held On November 6, 2018. Patricia Antrican, 2534 Fillmore Street, expressed personal opinions/concerns. The City Clerk read the ordinance title on first reading. ACTION: Motion was made by Vice Mayor Case, 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-2018-09 34. R-2018-138 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Calling For The General Election To Be Held On November 6, 2018; And Authorizing And Directing The City Clerk To Take Certain Actions In Connection Therewith. 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) 35. P-2018-021 Follow-up Presentation By David Vazquez, Interim Director Of Parks, Recreation And Cultural Arts, Regarding The Fourth Of July 2018 Events. David Vasquez, Interim Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts, provided an introduction on the continuation of the Fourth of July event discussion. David Strauss, Assistant Chief of Police, provided a detailed presentation on the proposed traffic pattern for Fourth of July on A1A. Christopher Pratt, Fire Chief, provided additional information on the safety concerns to consider. City of Hollywood Page 11 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final May 2, 2018 The following individuals expressed personal opinions/concerns: 1. Jessica Rosales, 1581 Seagrape Way 2. Hiram Hernandez, Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort 3. Kara Lundgren, Circ Hotel 4. Patricia Antrican, 2534 Fillmore Street Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. Chris O'Brien, Police Chief, responded to questions from the Commission and provided additional information on the proposed traffic plan. Commissioner Sherwood left the meeting at 4:01 PM and returned at 4:07 PM. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, provided additional information. Rick Mitinger, Transportation Engineer, responded to concerns raised by the Commission. Commissioner Hernandez left the meeting at 4:09 PM and returned at 4:12 PM. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. Commissioner Blattner left the meeting at 4:26 PM and returned at 4:27 PM. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. 36. P-2018-022 Presentation By Cintya Ramos, Director Of Financial Services, On The City’s Open Government Initiative. Cintya Ramos, Director of Financial Services, provided a presentation on the City's open government initiative located on the City's website. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. 39. Commissioner Callari, District 3 Mayor Levy left the meeting at 4:39 PM. School Workshop City of Hollywood Page 12 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final May 2, 2018 Commissioner Callari requested Commission support to have a workshop with Broward School Superintendent Runcie for the exploration of having a K-8 school in Hollywood. Commissioner Hernandez supported the request for a workshop. Yellow Green Market Commissioner Callari stated that there are traffic cameras conducting a traffic study for the Yellow Green Market, due to the large amount of traffic and parking issues. She asked the Police Chief to be aware of traffic at the market on the weekend and the need for traffic assistance. Hurricane Season Commissioner Callari stated it is time to prepare for the hurricane season in advance of any storm. CRA Workshop Commissioner Callari stated she is looking forward to finishing the CRA workshop which was started earlier today. Mayor Levy returned to the meeting at 4:41 PM. Vice Mayor Case left the meeting at 4:41 PM. 40. Commissioner Blattner, District 4 Street Construction Commissioner Blattner stated there were discussions today on A1A and Hollywood Blvd Complete Street Projects, and why nobody is working. He requested staff have FDOT representatives at the next meeting to discuss both projects, and why FDOT no longer has incentive based contracts. Commission in the Community Meeting Commissioner Blattner stated at the last Commission in the Community meeting, there was an apparent need for a timer to ensure everyone speaks and suggested using a digital timer. There were no objections from the Commission. Vice Mayor Case returned to the meeting at 4:44 PM. Commission Items Commissioner Blatter stated when a Commission member initiates an item for staff to work on, it now takes two Commission members to require staff to work on the item. He suggested having a motion and a City of Hollywood Page 13 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final May 2, 2018 vote which would be passed by a majority of the Commission, as this would add weight to the Commission request for staff to take some action. 41. Commissioner Biederman, District 5 Broward County/Beach CRA Tax Increment Funds (TIF) Agreement Commissioner Biederman questioned the status of the agreement with Broward County and the Beach CRA Tax Increment Funds (TIF) agreement, as some of the funds could be used in neighborhoods that need additional street lighting. Commissioner Biederman stated he wants to finalize this issue. Parking Issues Commissioner Biederman stated residents are complaining about other residents parking on lawns and swales, blocking sidewalks and improper parking, etc. and he suggested deploying Parking Officers from other areas of the City from 8:00 PM to 1:00 AM. Speeding Cars Commissioner Biederman stated residents are complaining about speeders by Apollo Middle School and Hollywood Park Elementary School. Happy Birthday Commissioner Biederman wish a happy birthday to David Vasquez, Interim Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts. 42. Commissioner Sherwood, District 6 General Obligation Bond (GOB) Commissioner Sherwood stated she has been receiving emails regarding the General Obligation Bond (GOB) and asked if additional information is available. She does not want the GOB questions on the November 6, 2018 ballot, and suggested instead the ballot for March 2019, as the November ballot will be long. Provisional Parking Commissioner Sherwood stated she likes Commissioner Biederman’s idea, which he suggested at the CRA meeting, regarding provisional parking lots, and suggested the city standardize them. Happy Mothers’ Day Commissioner Sherwood wished all the mothers a Happy Mothers’ Day. City of Hollywood Page 14 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final May 2, 2018 43. Vice Mayor Case, District 1 Cardboard Boat Race Vice Mayor Case stated she attended the April 19, 2018 Marine Advisory Committee meeting to discuss having a cardboard boat race for 2019. The committee agreed and will need to pick a date, with more information to come. Vice Mayor Case also stated she will be looking for sponsors for the event. Parking Garage Vice Mayor Case stated the Nevada Street Garage needs a name, and proposed the Hollywood Turtle Garage. She suggested that staff to look into a proposed name. Douglas Gonzales, City Attorney, stated there is a process, which can be started. The Commission members suggested keeping the name Nevada. Café Table Licenses Vice Mayor Case requested information about cafe table licenses and when are they going to be enforced regarding the location of chairs and tables, as she is getting complaints for the area South of New York Street. If the business does not comply, the City needs to start taking licenses away. CRA Workshop Vice Mayor Case stated she is looking forward to continuing the CRA Workshop today. 44. Commissioner Hernandez, District 2 13th Avenue Commissioner Hernandez requested an update on 13th Avenue, between Johnson Street and Washington Street. Rotary Club Auction Commissioner Hernandez announced the upcoming Rotary Club yearly auction is May 10th, 11th and 12th. The auction funds will be used for scholarships. Speeding Commissioner Hernandez stated his new neighbor has noticed that they do not have speed bumps on their street. He suggested having some police enforcement. July 4th Commissioner Hernandez stated he supports both the Police Chief and City of Hollywood Page 15 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final May 2, 2018 Fire Chief regarding the issue of the 4th of July, as there are concerns and FDOT will play a pivotal role in any decision the Chiefs make. Broward County/Beach CRA Tax Increment Funds (TIF) Agreement Commissioner Hernandez stated he met with Bertha Henry, Broward County Administrator, regarding the Tax Increment Funds (TIF) agreement. Broward County wants to see a commitment from the City not to extend the Beach CRA past its expiration date and they also want a commitment to spend the money on the poor area of the City to fight slum and blight. Commissioner Sherwood stated that Broward County Mayor Furr will be putting the issue on their May 8th agenda. 45. Mayor Levy Broward County/Beach CRA Tax Increment Funds (TIF) Agreement Mayor Levy stated many Commission members have met with Broward County regarding the Tax Increment Fund (TIF) agreement in which discussions were had on the low to moderate income areas of the City to rehab housing stock. Schools Mayor Levy thanked the Commission for agreeing to invite Broward School Superintendent Runcie to speak at a workshop on schools to explore having a K-8 school in Hollywood. CRA Meeting Mayor Levy stated at the CRA meeting today, there were discussions on the opportunity for a Memorial Hospital fitness zone by the beach and broadwalk as well as security enhancements. Gun Buyback Program Mayor Levy explained Debra Hixon, wife of Chris Hixon, wants to do a gun buyback program and has contacted the Police Chief to help facilitate her request, as there is Commission support for the program. Trains Mayor Levy stated during the CRA meeting, there was a discussion regarding the train noise and explained Brightline is still testing their new trains. Mayor Levy suggested inviting a Brightline representative to speak at a Commission meeting to explain the expectation of when quiet zones will be implemented. General Obligation Bond (GOB) City of Hollywood Page 16 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final May 2, 2018 Mayor Levy stated there would be an update at the next Commission meeting regarding the General Obligation Bond (GOB), and residents want a discussion on including the Orangebrook Golf Course. Mayor Levy also agreed with Commissioner Sherwood to have the GOB questions on the March 2018 ballot, which would allow time to make it successful. 46. City Attorney Executive Session Douglas Gonzales, City Attorney, announced pursuant to Florida Statutes 286.011(8)(a), an executive session would be held on May 16, 2018 at 11:00 AM regarding Migdalia Pimentel Beach vs. City of Hollywood litigation. Attending the session will be the Mayor, Commissioners, City Manager, City Attorney, Special Litigation Counsel John Wien and outside counsel, Daniel Abbott and Justin Luger. 47. City Manager West Lake Village Pipe Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, explained that Mastec, Inc. was performing directional drilling in the West Lake Village area and compromised the 60 inch outfall pipe. Staff has contacted Mastec, Inc. and AT&T, who are denying liability. Staff will bring forward an item to resolve the emergency issue. Commissioner Blattner and Commissioner Biederman left the meeting at 5:04 PM. 37. P-2018-023 Proclamation In Recognition of Drinking Water Week, May 6 - 12, 2018. Commisisoner Hernandez read the proclamation in recognition of Drinking Water Week, May 6-12, 2018. Ali Parker, Public Utilities Outreach Coordinator, accepted the proclamation and thanked the Commission for the recognition. Commissioner Blattner and Commissioner Biederman returned to the meeting at 5:08 PM. 38. P-2018-024 Presentation Of Awards By Dawn “Ali” Parker, Public Utilities Outreach Coordinator, To The Winners Of The 2018 Water Conservation Poster Contest. City of Hollywood Page 17 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final May 2, 2018 Ali Parker, Public Utilities Outreach Coordinator, explained the water conservation poster contest and presented awards to the various student winners. 48. The meeting adjourned at 5:27 PM. ______________________________ Patricia A. Cerny, MMC City Clerk Hollywood, Florida Approved on: ______________________ City of Hollywood Page 18