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 15, 2019 1:00 PM Commission Chambers Room 219 Regular City Commission Meeting CITY COMMISSION Josh Levy, Mayor Traci Callari, Vice Mayor - District 3 Caryl Shuham, Commissioner - District 1 Peter Hernandez, Commissioner - District 2 Richard Blattner, Commissioner - District 4 Kevin Biederman, Commissioner - District 5 Linda Sherwood, Commissioner - District 6 Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager Douglas R. Gonzales, City Attorney Patricia A. Cerny, City Clerk Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final May 15, 2019 . The Regular City Commission Meeting of the City of Hollywood, Florida, was called to order by Mayor Levy on Wednesday, May 15, 2019 at 1:07 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 Present: Commissioner Caryl Shuham, Commissioner Peter Hernandez, Vice Mayor Traci Callari, Commissioner Richard Blattner, Commissioner Kevin D. Biederman, Commissioner Linda Sherwood and Mayor Josh Levy 4. Roll Call CONSENT AGENDA Approval of the Consent Agenda ACTION: A motion was made by Vice Mayor Callari, seconded by Commissioner Biederman, to adopt the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 5. R-2019-114 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving The Regular City Commission Meeting Minutes Of November 7, 2018. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Vice Mayor Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Biederman, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 6. R-2019-115 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving The Regular City Commission Meeting Minutes Of November 20, 2018. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Vice Mayor Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Biederman, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 7. R-2019-116 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, City of Hollywood Page 1 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final May 15, 2019 Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Issue An Agent Of Record Letter On Behalf Of The City To The Highest Ranked Proposer, Aon Risk Services, Inc. Of Florida, To Provide Brokerage Services - Property And Liability And Workers Compensation Insurance For A Period Of Three Years With One Optional One Year Renewal Period, With An Annual Cost Not To Exceed $144,000.00. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Vice Mayor Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Biederman, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 10. R-2019-119 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute An Authorization To Proceed For Work Order Number H&S 19-03 With Hazen And Sawyer, P.A. To Provide Professional Engineering Services For The 2020 Water Supply Plan Update, In A Lump Sum Amount Of $39,971.00. (Project Number 19-3070) ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Vice Mayor Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Biederman, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 13. R-2019-122 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute Amendment Number One To The Existing Utility Work By Highway Contractor Agreement With The Florida Department Of Transportation For The Adjustment Of Additional Utility Sewer Manholes And Water Valves On Park Road, Fillmore Street, Polk Street And Van Buren Street In A Lump Sum Amount Of $3,472.00. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Vice Mayor Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Biederman, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 14. R-2019-123 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The Utility Work By Highway Contractor Agreement With The Florida Department Of Transportation In The Lump Sum Amount Of $39,984.00, For The Adjustment Of Utility Sewer Manholes, A Water Meter Box, Water Valves And The Relocation Of Fire Hydrants Along 56th Avenue From Pembroke Road To Stirling Road. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Vice Mayor Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Biederman, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) City of Hollywood Page 2 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final May 15, 2019 15. R-2019-124 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Issue A Blanket Purchase Order To Enterprise FM Trust, A Delaware Statutory Trust, And Execute An Open-End (Equity) Lease Rate Quote For The Lease Of Vehicles To Serve The Code Compliance Division For A 14 Month Term, For An Estimated Total Amount Of $139,448.92, Based Upon The City Of Lauderdale Lakes RFP No. 15-1301-02R And In Accordance With Section 38.40(C)(5) Of The Code Of Ordinances (Piggyback); Amending The Fiscal Year 2019 Adopted Operating Budget. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Vice Mayor Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Biederman, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 16. P-2019-34 A Proclamation In Recognition Of National Women’s Lung Health Week/Turquoise Takeover Week, May 12 - 18, 2019. Vice Mayor Callari read the proclamation in recognition of National Women's Lung Health Week/Turquoise Takeover Week, May 12-18, 2019. Violet Lowrey, American Lung Association, accepted the proclamation and thanked the Commission for the recognition. 18. P-2019-36 A Proclamation In Recognition Of National Safe Boating Week, May 18-24, 2019. Mayor Levy read the proclamation in recognition of National Safe Boating Week, May 18-24, 2019. Pete Hutchinson & Ronald Hady, U.S. Coast Guard, accepted the proclamation and thanked the Commission for the recognition. 17. P-2019-35 A Proclamation In Recognition Of Historic Preservation Month May 2019. Commissioner Hernandez left the meeting at 1:19 PM and returned at 1:21 PM. Commissioner Shuham read the proclamation in recognition of Historic Preservation Month May 2019. Leslie Del Monte, Planning Manager, thanked the Commission for the recognition and introduced Steven Toth, Historic Preservation Board Chair. City of Hollywood Page 3 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final May 15, 2019 Steven Toth, Historic Preservation Board Chair, accepted the proclamation and thanked the Commission for the recognition. 19. P-2019-37 Presentation By Leslie Del Monte, Planning Manager, In Honor Of The 2019 Historic Preservation Award Recipients. Leslie Del Monte, Planning Manager, presented awards to the various recipients in honor of the 2019 Historic Preservation Award Recipients. 20. P-2019-38 Presentation And Update By Derik Alexander, Police Major, Regarding The Hollywood Police Athletic League Program. Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, withdrew the presentation. 8. R-2019-117 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The 2019 Amendment To The Interlocal Agreement With Broward County Regarding Additional Local Option Gas Tax On Motor Fuel, And The 2019 Amendment To The Interlocal Agreement With Broward County Regarding Additional Local Option Gas Tax On Motor Fuel For Transit. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Blattner, which was seconded by Commissioner Biederman, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 9. R-2019-118 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending The Fiscal Year 2019 Adopted Budget (R-2018-301); Revising Operating Revenues, Authorizing Budgetary Transfers And Adjustments, Reauthorizing And Re-Appropriating Certain Funding; And Providing An Effective Date. ACTION: Motion was made by Vice Mayor Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Biederman, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 11. R-2019-120 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Cancel The Bid For Project No. 18-9622, Dated January 3, 2019, For The Belt Filter Press Rolls Rehabilitation Project At The Southern Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. Francois Domond, Interim Director of Public Utilities, responded to questions raised by the Commission. City of Hollywood Page 4 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final May 15, 2019 Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. Douglas Gonzales, City Attorney, provided additional information. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Hernandez, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Callari, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 12. R-2019-121 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Declaring That Competitive Bids For The Belt Filter Press Rolls Rehabilitation Project At The Southern Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant Would Not Be In The City’s Best Interest, And Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Issue A Purchase Order And Execute An Addendum To the Purchase Order With Andritz Separation, Incorporated In The Amount Of $370,336.00 For The Project: Approving An Amendment To The Fiscal Year 2019 Capital Improvement Program. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Hernandez, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Callari, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 21. PO-2019-13 An Ordinance Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending Section 37.01 Of The Code Of Ordinances To Reestablish One Additional Department To Be Known As The Department Of Design And Construction Management. Mitch Anton, 1900 Van Buren Street, expressed personal opinions/concerns. The City Clerk read the ordinance title on first reading. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Hernandez, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Callari, to adopt on first reading the Ordinance. The motion on roll call vote carried: Aye: Commissioner Shuham Commissioner Hernandez Vice Mayor Callari Commissioner Blattner Commissioner Biederman Commissioner Sherwood Mayor Levy Enactment No: O-2019-11 City of Hollywood Page 5 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final May 15, 2019 22. R-2019-125 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending The Fiscal Year 2019 Operating Budget Of The Special Revenue Fund As Adopted And Approved By Resolution R-2018-301. Clay Milan, Community Development Manager, explained the intent of the reolution. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Hernandez, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 24. Commissioner Sherwood, District 6 Lawn Acres Issues Commissioner Sherwood stated she has some code issues in Lawn Acres which need to be addressed. There are residents storing boats and RV's in the front yard. Code restricts the storage of commercial vehicles on residential properties, the vehicle must be blocked from view and on hard surfaces, etc. Commissioner Sherwood stated the code addresses boats and RV's of a particular size, but does not address the smaller boats and RV’s which are making properties unsightly. She requested the City code be re-evaluated to make the neighborhood look better. Commissioner Sherwood stated also in Lawn Acres the hedges and tree limbs are in the swale hanging low, and the residents want the City to trim the trees. Courthouse Parking Commissioner Sherwood questioned if residents can park at the County Courthouse after hours, as the residents in the condos have no parking and are parking on swales. The Courthouse is not allowing residents to park in their lot, and she wants the City to intervene to see if the residents can park at the Courthouse. Dog Beach Commissioner Sherwood stated some residents have been contacting her, as they want longer hours for the dog beach. SPARK Commissioner Sherwood announced on May 22nd is the SPARK Initiative program for new entrepreneurs, which is sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce. City of Hollywood Page 6 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final May 15, 2019 Cuisine For Art Commissioner Sherwood announced tomorrow night is the Cuisine for Art fundraiser. 25. Commissioner Shuham, District 1 Hollywood Womens’ Club Commissioner Shuham stated at the last Commission meeting, the City Commission voted to approve waiving $1,300.00 of fees which are not permitting fees, but fees assessed by the Historic Preservation Board for the application. Commissioner Hernandez questioned if the Commission can waive the Historic Preservation application fee. Douglas Gonzales, City Attorney, stated there is no process for the Commission to waive fees, and cautioned the Commission to have a rationale for the City to pay the application fee. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Shuham, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Callari, to vacate the prior motion regarding permit fees. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Shuham, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, to approve a reimbursement or offset to the Hollywood Womens' Club for the Historic Preservation Board application fee, as they are a not-for-profit group located in a historic building within the historic district. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission regarding waiving the fees. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Biederman, which was seconded by Commissioner Hernandez, to amend the motion to donate the Historic Preservation application fee to the Womens' Club next fundraiser. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, provided additional information, and City of Hollywood Page 7 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final May 15, 2019 stated he wants staff to have an opportunity to come to the Commission with a solution. ACTION: Commissioner Biederman withdrew his motion to amend and Commission Shuham withdrew her motion. Plastic Straw Ban Commissioner Shuham stated that Governor DeSantis vetoed the ban on plastic straw regulations. Climate Change Commissioner Shuham stated yesterday she attended a Climate Change seminar. The coastal cities need to get the message out regarding the seriousness of the issue, as it affects everything the City does. 26. Commissioner Hernandez, District 2 United Neighbors Civic Association Commissioner Hernandez announced the United Neighbors Civic Association meeting is tomorrow night at McNicol Middle School from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Entrance Ramp Signal Lights Commissioner Hernandez stated he attended a Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) meeting on the topic of the entrance ramp signal lights onto I-95, as the signals are being installed in Broward County. Commissioner Hernandez suggested the City show an instructional video on entrance ramp signal lights on the City’s website. Circulator Shuttle Commissioner Hernandez thanked staff for the Sun Shuttle, as he heard only good things about it, and people like it. Hollywood Blvd Construction Commissioner Hernandez stated the Hollywood Blvd construction taking place between City Hall and Dixie Highway has no place for people to cross the street and suggested a crossing at 24th Avenue. Code Issues Commissioner Hernandez stated he wants to have quarterly updates from Code about the trouble properties. Vice Mayor Callari and Commissioner Blattner supported the request. City of Hollywood Page 8 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final May 15, 2019 Good Things Commissioner Hernandez stated good things are happening in the City. Rotary Club Auction Commissioner Hernandez stated the Rotary Club auction went well, and he bid on the City Attorney for a Day, so he could give the opportunity to one of the youth ambassadors. 27. Vice Mayor Callari, District 3 Sewer Conversion Vice Mayor Callari thanked staff for today’s workshop on water and sewer. She suggested Lorie Mertens-Black, Chief Civic Affairs Officer, work with the City Lobbyist to obtain State funds to pay for the septic to sewer conversion. Commissioner Biederman, Commissioner Hernandez and Mayor Levy supported the request. 2515 Fillmore Street Vice Mayor Callari stated 2515 Fillmore Street is a nuisance home with garbage issues, crazy activity and lots of cars. The Police Department and Code Compliance need to address these issues. Proclamation Frames Vice Mayor Callari stated she noticed the proclamations are now in frames, and thanked Mayor Levy for its implementation. Broward League of Cities Vice Mayor Callari stated the Broward League of Cities event will be at Margaritaville Resort this weekend. Mayor Levy stated Vice Mayor Callari is the President Elect for the Broward League of Cities. Circulator Shuttle Vice Mayor Callari stated she rode the Sun Shuttle this past weekend, and it was fun and convenient. Graduating Seniors Vice Mayor Callari wished congratulations to all the graduating seniors. Pet Shelter Vice Mayor Callari requested an update on the pet shelter which was established as a 501c3, with support from the Commission. She is asking if the City Attorney’s office can assist in the legal aspects that are needed. Douglas Gonzales, City Attorney, stated his office will work with City staff City of Hollywood Page 9 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final May 15, 2019 to help resolve the issues. David Vasquez, Interim Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts, gave the history of the location issues and stated staff has been working with John Chidsey, Code Manager, on new locations. Once a location has been identified, it will have to go through the TAC process. Staff met on a new location which has been identified next to the large dog park area that abuts the railroad tracks. The newest idea is to install a new building there which still needs public input for approval. Vice Mayor Callari stated there is support and funding from the residents, but the City needs to move forward. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission regarding the location. Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, stated staff has been working on this issue, but it would be helpful if the City could hear from the 501c3 group with a letter of interest specifying what assistance they are seeking from the City. Scholarship Recipient Vice Mayor Callari announced the Broward League of Cities scholarship recipient is from McArthur High School in District 5. 28. Commissioner Blattner, District 4 Broward League of Cities Commissioner Blattner congratulated Vice Mayor Callari for her election to the Broward League of Cities Board. Emerald Hills Safety Enhancement District Commissioner Blattner stated the Emerald Hills Safety Enhancement District wants to use the City’s seal or logo, but the City Commission has to approve the use. Douglas Gonzales, City Attorney, stated the District can have their own seal and they can use the City’s logo conjunction with their logo or seal, but only with City Commission approval. . R-2019-140 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving The Emerald Hills Safety Enhancement District’s Conditional Use Of The City’s Logo. City of Hollywood Page 10 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final May 15, 2019 ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Blattner, which was seconded by Mayor Levy, to adopt the Resolution granting permission for the Emerald Hills Safety Enhancement District to use the City's logo (the district does not have permission to use the City's seal) in conjunction with and adjacent to the District's logo or seal. If the District dos not have their own logo or deal, they may not use the City's logo. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) Development Projects Commissioner Blattner stated at the last Commission meeting he brought up the issue of aging development project permits which have not been completed. To clarify, he is concerned about open permits over one year with no activity, and is requesting a report on this. Resolutions Commissioner Blattner stated the City Commission receives resolutions from other Cities. They are well meaning, but he questioned what is their impact. Vice Mayor Callari and Mayor Levy explained these resolutions are from other cities which want Hollywood to be informed and for us to also get involved in the issue. Food Trucks Commissioner Blattner requested Commission support to review the impact and effectiveness of food trucks, what is the impact on activities at the ArtsPark. Commissioner Hernandez and Mayor Levy supported the request for an information report. 29. Commissioner Biederman, District 5 Recycling Bins Commissioner Biederman thanked the Department of Public Works for recycling bins under the Commission dais. Happy Birthday Commissioner Biederman wished Elsie Johns a happy 98th birthday. Salute to the Fallen Commissioner Biederman reminded everyone the Salute to the Fallen event is on Friday, May 24 from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM at Boulevard Heights Community Center, and he thanked everyone involved in the City of Hollywood Page 11 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final May 15, 2019 event. Sanitation Billing Commissioner Biederman suggested the sanitation billing be included on the property taxes, as an assessment, instead of mailing separate water bills. He thinks it is a more efficient way of collecting the fee. Board Applications Commissioner Biederman stated it was a pleasure to see the large number of advisory board applications which were received. He expressed his gratitude to the City Clerk and staff for getting the word out about the openings. Memorial Day Commissioner Biederman wished everyone a safe Memorial Day. 30. Mayor Levy Key Ceremony Mayor Levy stated it was a pleasure to attend the new home key ceremony by the Community Development Division. New Business Mayor Levy stated he attended the grand opening for the new business in Port 95. Sintavia Advanced facility is a new 55,000 square foot manufacturing facility for 3D printing. Hollywood Hills Civic Association Mayor Levy stated the Hollywood Hills Civic Association meeting is tonight. They will be awarding their scholarships for college. School Mayor Levy thanked Broward County School Board for the alternative forms of SMART bond improvements to McArthur High School. Thank You Mayor Levy thanked Christopher Pratt, Fire Chief, who has retired, for his service to the Fire Department. Johnson Street Mayor Levy congratulated the Johnson Street Business District on the completion of the Johnson Street road project from N 56 Avenue to 441. Washington Park Community Center Mayor Levy stated he spoke to the Washington Park Homeowners City of Hollywood Page 12 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final May 15, 2019 Association, they want more speed tables in the community. In addition, they want more accessibility to the Washington Park Community Center, as they have a desire to have more senior programming during the day. Memorial Day Mayor Levy reminded everyone of the Memorial Day service at Fred Hunter’s Hollywood Memorial Gardens. 31. City Attorney Douglas Gonzales, City Attorney, had no further comments. 32. City Manager New Business Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, stated the new business, Sintavia Advanced Manufacturing facility, had its grand opening, which is great publicity for the City. Quiet Zones Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, stated the City is partnering with the Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) to host the celebration of the completion of the quiet zones. The ribbon cutting will be on Monday, May 20th at 9:30 AM at the Hollywood Shuffleboard Complex. Water Line Flushing Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, stated the City’s annual water line flushing program begins on May 19, 2019 to help get rid of sediments in the water lines. Small Business Workshop Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, stated the City is participating in a Small Business workshop being hosted by Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz on Saturday, from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM at Nova Southeastern University (NSU). The commission recessed at 3:21 PM and reconvened at 5:05 PM with all members of the Commission present. 23. CITIZENS’ COMMENTS The following individuals expressed personal opinions/concerns: City of Hollywood Page 13 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final May 15, 2019 1. Mitch Anton, 1900 Van Buren Street 2. Crystal Watts, 1900 Van Buren Street 3. Charles Verrastro, 641 South Crescent Drive 4. Sal Grilli, 910 N 74 Way 5. Mr. Hardge, New Dimension International 6. Lia Baker, 2419 McKinley St 7. Patricia Antrican, 2534 Fillmore Street 8. Georgette Wiggins, 2602 N 22 Avenue 9. Joanne Reese, 2135 Wiley Street 10. Johnathan Anderson, 5660 Flagler Street 33. The meeting adjourned at 5:38 PM. ______________________________ Patricia A. Cerny, MMC City Clerk Hollywood, Florida Approved on: ______________________ City of Hollywood Page 14