Regular City Commission Meeting
Regular MeetingHollywood, FL · June 19, 2019
Minutes
City of Hollywood
Hollywood City Hall
2600 Hollywood Blvd
Hollywood, FL 33020
http://www.hollywoodfl.org
Meeting Minutes - Final
Wednesday, June 19, 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 June 19, 2019
. The Regular City Commission Meeting of the City of Hollywood, Florida, was called to
order by Mayor Levy on Wednesday, June 19, 2019 at 1:14 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: Commissioner Caryl Shuham, Commissioner Peter Hernandez, Vice
Mayor Traci Callari, Commissioner Richard Blattner, Commissioner
Kevin D. Biederman, Commissioner Linda Sherwood and Mayor Josh
Levy
6. R-2019-169 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,
Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute A Right-Of-Way
License Agreement With Young Men’s Christian Association Of South
Florida For Use Of The Public Right-Of-Way For Parking Adjacent To
The Property Located At 3161 Taft Street For A 10 Year Term And
License Fees Of $100.00 Annually.
ACTION: Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, withdrew the resolution
from consideration.
8. R-2019-171 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,
Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute A
Parklet Revocable License Agreement With Industry Social, LLC., D/B/A
The Social Room, For Placement Of A Parklet Seating Area Adjacent To
The Property Located At 1916 Harrison Street Within The Public
Right-Of-Way Metered Parking Spaces.
ACTION: Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, withdrew the resolution
from consideration.
9. R-2019-172 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,
Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute
The Attached Parklet Revocable License Agreement With Go Bistro, For
The Placement Of A Parklet Seating Area Adjacent To The Property
Located At 2035 Hollywood Boulevard Within the Public Right-Of-Way
Metered Parking Spaces In The Amount Of $2,880.00.
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ACTION: Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, withdrew the resolution
from consideration.
CONSENT AGENDA
Approval of the Consent Agenda
ACTION: A motion was made by Vice Mayor Callari, seconded by
Commissioner Hernandez, to adopt the Consent Agenda. The
motion passed unanimously. (7-0)
10. R-2019-173 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,
Supporting The Dixie Highway/21st Avenue Complete Streets Project
And Endorsing The Florida Department Of Transportation’s Delivery Of
Certain Complete Streets Projects Identified In The Broward County
Metropolitan Organization Complete Streets Master Plan As A High
Priority Corridor In Order To Be Included In The Florida Department Of
Transportation Five-Year Adopted Work Program.
ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Vice Mayor Callari,
which was seconded by Commissioner Hernandez, and adopted
on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0)
12. R-2019-175 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,
Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Issue A Purchase Order
With Kompan, Inc. In Accordance With Section 38.46 Of The Code Of
Ordinances (Cooperative Purchasing) For The Purchase And Installation
Of Playground Equipment, Playground Surfacing, And Shade Cover At
Bicentennial Park, A General Obligation Bond Project, In The Amount Of
$229,794.33.
ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Vice Mayor Callari,
which was seconded by Commissioner Hernandez, and adopted
on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0)
14. R-2019-177 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,
Authorizing A Donation Of Law Enforcement Forfeiture Funds Pursuant
To Florida’s Contraband Forfeiture Act In The Amount Of $110,000.00
To Support Continued Safe Neighborhood And Crime Prevention
Programs; Amending The Fiscal Year 2019 Operating Budget
(R-2018-301).
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ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Vice Mayor Callari,
which was seconded by Commissioner Hernandez, and adopted
on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0)
15. R-2019-178 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,
Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute An
Authorization To Proceed For Work Order Number ARC 19-01 With
Arcadis US, Inc. To Provide Professional Engineering Services For The
Water Infrastructure Risk And Resilience Assessment, In A Lump Sum
Amount Of $149,500.00.
ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Vice Mayor Callari,
which was seconded by Commissioner Hernandez, and adopted
on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0)
16. R-2019-179 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,
Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute A Purchase Order
With Beach Raker, LLC For Emergency Seaweed Removal In The
Amount Of $36,000.00; Providing For A Total Cost Of $72,000.00 To Be
Shared Equally By The City and CRA.
ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Vice Mayor Callari,
which was seconded by Commissioner Hernandez, and adopted
on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0)
17. P-2019-44 Presentation By The Hollywood Council Of Civic Associations Of The
Pete Brewer Scholarships For Civic Involvement To Luchiano Perez,
Derod Deal And Jacquelyn Noval.
Cliff Germano, Hollywood Council of Civic Associations, presented
scholarships for civic involvement to Luchiano Perez, Derod Deal and
Jacquelyn Noval.
Jacquelyn Noval and Derod Deal accepted the scholarships and thanked
the Hollywood Council of Civic Associations for the scholarship and the
City for the recognition.
18. P-2019-45 Presentation Of The "Charles F. Vollman Certificate Of Appreciation"
Award By The Hollywood Council Of Civic Associations To Rachel
Silber.
Cliff Germano, Hollywood Council of Civic Association's, presented the
Charles F. Vollman Certificate of Appreciation to Rachel Silber.
33. P-2019-50 Presentation By Shelly Spivack, Friends Of Broward
Homeless/Homeless Initiative, Regarding The Homeless Task Force.
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Shelly Spivak, Friends of Broward Homeless/Homeless Initiative,
provided a presentation regarding the homeless task force.
5. R-2019-168 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,
Approving And Authorizing The Expansion Of The Commercial Property
Improvement Pilot Program As An Economic Development Incentive To
Property Owners Along Designated Commercial Corridors Within The
City Of Hollywood To Include Additional Corridors And Allow The Use Of
General Capital Outlay Fund Dollars For The Program; Approving And
Authorizing The City Manager Or Designee To Execute All Agreements
To Implement The Program.
Discussion ensued among members of the Commission.
Herb Conde-Parlato, Economic Development Mananger, responded to
questions raised by the Commission.
Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission.
ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Blattner, which was
seconded by Vice Mayor Callari, to adopt the Resolution. On a
voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0)
7. R-2019-170 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,
Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute A
Series Of Consultant’s Authorizations To Proceed With Synalovski
Romanik Saye LLC. To Provide Architectural Design Services For
Interior Completion Of The Second Floor Of The City Hall Library In An
Amount Not To Exceed $195,000.00.
Discussion ensued among members of the Commission.
Shiv Newaldess, Director of Developmental Services, responded to
questions raised by the Commission.
Vice Mayor Callari left the meeting at 1:54 PM and returned at 1:55 PM.
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)
11. R-2019-174 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 2019/20 Florida Department Of State Cultural Facility Grant
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For Construction Of A New Arts Education Building To The Hollywood Art
And Culture Center Facility In The Approximate Amount Of $500,000.00;
Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute All Applicable
Grant Documents And Agreements; Amending The Fiscal Year 2019
Operating Budget (R-2018-301).
ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Blattner, which was
seconded by Vice Mayor Callari, to adopt the Resolution. On a
voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0)
13. R-2019-176 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,
Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute
The State Plan Of Operations With The State Of Florida For The Transfer
Of Personal Property To Be Used By The Police Department In Law
Enforcement Activities.
Discussion ensued among members of the Commission.
David Strauss, Acting Police Chief, responded to questions raised by
the Commission.
Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission.
Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, provided additional information.
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)
19. PO-2019-11 An Ordinance Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending Article 5 Of
The Zoning And Land Development Regulations Entitled “Development
Review Process” By Amending Section 5.3.I. Entitled “Design
Procedures” To Revise The Design Criteria. (19-T-02)
The Mayor announced the ordinance 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.
Leslie Del Monte, Planing Manager, explained the intent of the
ordinance.
The City Clerk read the ordinance title on second and final reading.
ACTION: Motion was made by Vice Mayor Callari, which was
seconded by Commissioner Hernandez, to adopt on second and
final reading the Ordinance. The motion on roll call vote carried:
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Aye: Commissioner Shuham
Commissioner Hernandez
Vice Mayor Callari
Commissioner Blattner
Commissioner Biederman
Commissioner Sherwood
Mayor Levy
Enactment No: O-2019-13
20. PO-2019-12 An Ordinance Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending Article 4
Entitled “Schedule Of District, Use And Setback Regulations” By
Amending Sections 4.1 And 4.2 To Clarify The Suitability Of
Non-Conforming Lots; Amending Section 4.22 To Include Additional
Standards Relating To Temporary Trailers And Similar Structures;
Amending Section 4.3. To Provide For Additional Standards Relating To
Carports; Providing For A Repealer Provision And A Severability
Clause. (18-T-51)
ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Hernandez, which
was seconded by Commissioner Shuham, to continue the
Ordinance until the August 28, 2019 Regular Commission Meeting.
On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0)
Enactment No: O-2019-16
21. P-2019-46 Presentation By Gretchen Cassini, Assistant County Administrator,
Regarding The Surtax Process.
Gretchen Cassini, Assistant County Administrator, provided a
presentation on the surtax process.
Discussion ensued among members of the Commission.
Barney McCord, Broward County Transportation, provided additional
information.
Discussion ensued among members of the Commission and Ms.
Cassini responded to questions asked of her.
Mayor Levy left the meeting at 2:20 PM and returned at 2:21 PM.
Discussion ensued among members of the Commission.
Bill Cross, Broward MPO, responded to questions raised by the
Commission.
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Discussion ensued among members of the Commission.
22. R-2019-180 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,
Ratifying And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The
2018 - 2020 Collective Bargaining Agreement With The American
Federation Of State, County And Municipal Employees, Local 2432,
General Bargaining Unit.
George Keller, Assistant City Manager for Public Safety, explained the
intent for items 22 thru 26.
The following individuals expressed personal opinions/concerns:
1. Barbara Armand, AFSCME Local 2432
Vice Mayor Callari left the meeting at 2:46 PM and returned at 2:47 PM.
2. Chris Cassidy, AFSCME Local 2432
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)
23. R-2019-181 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,
Ratifying And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The
2018 - 2020 Collective Bargaining Agreement With The American
Federation Of State, County And Municipal Employees, Local 2432,
Professional Bargaining Unit.
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)
24. R-2019-182 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,
Ratifying And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The
2018 - 2020 Collective Bargaining Agreement With The American
Federation Of State, County And Municipal Employees, Local 2432,
Supervisory Bargaining Unit.
ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Blattner, which was
seconded by Vice Mayor Callari, to adopt the Resolution. On a
voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0)
25. R-2019-183 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,
Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute A Hold Harmless
Agreement Indemnifying AFSCME, Local 2432, And The General
Employees Pension Board For Claims Arising Out Of Correction Of
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Scrivener’s Error.
ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Shuham, which was
seconded by Vice Mayor Callari, to adopt the Resolution. On a
voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0)
26. PO-2019-14 An Ordinance Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending Section
33.025 Of The Code Of Ordinances Entitled “Employees’ Retirement
Fund”, Incorporating Changes To The Pension Plan Recently Negotiated
With AFSCME, Local 2432, Including Restoration Of Benefits Reduced
When The City Declared Financial Urgency; Requiring Disability
Retirees To Submit Federal Income Tax Returns Without Supporting
Schedules; Providing For Codification, Severability And Conflict.
The Mayor announced the ordinance 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.
Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, explained the intent of the ordinance.
Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission.
The City Clerk read the ordinance title on second and final reading.
ACTION: Motion was made by Vice Mayor Callari, which was
seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, to adopt on second and
final 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-2019-14
The Commission recessed at 2:55 PM and reconvened at 3:06 PM with
Vice Mayor Callari absent.
27. P-2019-47 Presentation By Michael D. Futterman, Partner In Charge, Marcum LLP,
To The City Of Hollywood, Fiscal Year 2018 Comprehensive Annual
Financial Report And Fiscal Year Audit Results.
Michael Futterman, Marcum LLP, provided a presentation on the City's
2018 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report and fiscal year audit
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results.
Vice Mayor Callari returned to the meeting at 3:13 PM.
29. R-2019-184 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,
Approving An Amendment To The Plat Restriction Notation On The
“Margaritaville At Hollywood” Plat To Change The Proposed Number Of
Hotel Rooms From 349 To 369. (P19-06)
The City Attorney explained waiving the quasi-judicial procedures and
Mayor Levy questioned if there were any objections to waiving them .
There were no objections, and the quasi-judicial procedures were
waived.
Discussion ensued among members of the Commission.
Alisia Lewis, Attorney for Margaritaville, responded to questions asked
by the Commission.
Vice Mayor Callari left the meeting at 3:25 PM and returned at 3:26 PM.
Discussion ensued among members of the Commission.
ACTION: Motion was made by Vice Mayor Callari, which was
seconded by Commissioner Blattner, to adopt the Resolution. On
a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0)
30. R-2019-185 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,
Considering The Allocation Of Up To 20 Additional Bonus Hotel Density
Rooms From The “Hollywood Beach Hotel Room Pool” Pursuant To The
City’s Comprehensive Plan To Allow A Total Of 369 Rooms For The
Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort Project; Amending The Site Plan
To Reflect This Change.
The City Attorney explained waiving the quasi-judicial procedures and
Mayor Levy questioned if there were any objections to waiving them .
There were no objections, and the quasi-judicial procedures were
waived.
Alexandra Guerrero, Principal Planner, explained the intent of the
resolution.
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)
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31. PO-2019-15 An Ordinance Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Repealing Section
133.30 Of The Code Of Ordinances Entitled “Discharging Firearms”.
Douglas Gonzales, City Attorney, explained the intent of the ordinance.
The City Clerk read the ordinance title on first reading.
ACTION: Motion was made by Vice Mayor Callari, which was
seconded by Commissioner Hernandez, 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-2019-15
32. P-2019-49 Presentation By Anne Hotte, Executive Director, Hollywood Chamber Of
Commerce, On The Chamber’s Recent Activities.
Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, withdrew the presentation.
34. P-2019-38 Presentation And Update By Derik Alexander, Police Major, Regarding
The Hollywood Police Athletic League Program.
Derik Alexander, Police Major, provided a presentation on the Police
Athletic League Program.
Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission.
David Vasquez, Interim Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts,
provided additional information.
35. P-2019-51 Presentation By David Strauss, Acting Chief Of Police Of The Hollywood
Police Department, Regarding A New Policy For Facial Recognition.
David Strauss, Acting Chief of Police, provided a presentation on the
policy for facial recognition.
Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission.
36. R-2019-186 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,
Designating The Voting Delegate For The Florida League Of Cities
2019 Annual Conference, To Be Held On August 15 Through 17, 2019, In
Orlando, Florida.
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ACTION: Motion was made by Vice Mayor Callari, which was
seconded by Commissioner Hernandez, to adopt the Resolution
appointing Commissioner Hernandez as the voting delegate and
Vice Mayor Callari as the alternate. On a voice vote the motion
passed unanimously. (7-0)
37. R-2019-187 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,
Amending Resolution No. R-2018-387; Substituting Projects Listed On
The GOB Police And Fire Public Safety Facilities, Technology And
Equipment Project List.
Douglas Gonzales, City Attorney, explained the intent of the resolution.
Rudy Jurado, Interim Fire Chief, provided additional information.
Vice Mayor Callari left the meeting at 4:01 PM.
Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission.
ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Hernandez, which
was seconded by Commissioner Blattner, to adopt the
Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed 6-0. Vice Mayor
Callari was absent.
38. R-2019-188 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,
Authorizing The Issuance By Public Sale Of Not To Exceed
$70,000,000.00 In Aggregate Principal Amount Of City Of Hollywood,
Florida General Obligation Bonds, Series 2019, To Pay Costs Of A
Portion Of The Project Described Herein, And Pay Costs Of Issuance;
Providing That Such General Obligation Bonds Shall Constitute General
Obligations Of The City And That The Full Faith, Credit And Taxing
Power Of The City Shall Be Irrevocably Pledged For The Payment Of The
Principal Of And The Interest On Such General Obligation Bonds; Making
Certain Covenants And Agreements In Connection Therewith; Providing
Certain Details Of Such Bonds And For A Public Sale Of Such Bonds;
Delegating To Director Of Financial Services Authority To Determine
Final Details Of Such Bonds And Public Sale Subject To Limitations, To
Accept Bid Or Bids Resulting In Lowest True Interest Cost Determined In
Accordance With Official Notice Of Sale, To Award Bonds To Lowest
Responsive Bidder Or Bidders, To Qualify Such Bonds For Municipal
Bond Insurance; Selecting A Paying Agent And Registrar; Approving
Form, Distribution And Use Of Official Notice Of Sale; Approving Form,
Execution And Delivery Of Such Bonds, Establishing Funds And
Accounts For Such Bonds; Agreeing To Comply With Certain
Requirements Under Internal Revenue Code Of 1986, As Amended;
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Covenanting To Provide Continuing Disclosure In Connection With Such
Bonds In Accordance With Securities And Exchange Commission Rule
15c2-12 And Approving The Form Of And Authorizing The Execution
And Delivery Of A Disclosure Dissemination Agent Agreement And
Appointing A Disclosure Dissemination Agent; Authorizing A Book Entry
Registration System For Such Bonds; Authorizing Certain Officials And
Employees To Take All Action Necessary In Connection With Issuance
And Sale Of Such Bonds; And Providing For Severability.
Commissioner Hernandez left the meeting at 4:05 PM and returned at
4:08 PM.
Cintya Ramos, Director of Financial Services, explained the intent of the
resolution.
Vice Mayor Callari returned to the meeting at 4:06 PM.
Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission.
Mark Galvin, Hilltop Securities, City's Financial Advisor, provided
additional information.
Bruce Giles-Klein, Greenburg Treurig, Bond Counsel, provided
additional information.
Mitch Anton, 1900 Van Buren Street, expressed personal
opinions/concerns.
Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, responded to questions raised by the
public.
Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission.
Gus Zambrano, Assistant City Manager for Sustainable Development,
provided additional information.
ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Blattner, which was
seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, to adopt the Resolution.
On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0)
28. P-2019-48 Presentation By Vice Mayor Callari And The Youth Ambassador
Program To Say Farewell To The Senior Members And To Award Them
With A Scholarship Check For Their Participation In The Hollywood Youth
Ambassador Program.
Vice Mayor Callari thanked the senior youth ambassador members for
their participation and re-capped the program.
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Officer Henry Lumpkins, Youth Ambassador Liaison, presented senior
youth ambassador members with a scholarship check for their
participation in the program. He also introduced the incoming youth
ambassadors.
39. R-2019-189 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,
Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The First
Amendment To The Master Services Agreement With Comcast
Commercial Services, LLC. For The Continued Operation And
Maintenance Of The City’s Institutional Network For A Five Year Term At
An Annual Estimated Amount Of $360,000.00, Plus An Added 15
Percent For Future Installations, Upgrades And Miscellaneous Costs In
An Estimated Amount Of $2,000,000.00.
ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Blattner, which was
seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, to adopt the Resolution.
On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0)
40. R-2019-190 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,
Ranking Architectural/Engineering Firms And Authorizing The
Appropriate City Officials To Negotiate And Execute A Professional
Services Agreement With The Highest Ranked Firm to Provide
Architectural/Engineering Programing And General Consulting Services
For The Police Headquarters Project.
ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Sherwood, which
was seconded by Commissioner Blattner, to adopt the
Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0)
41. R-2019-191 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,
Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute An
Interlocal Agreement With The City Of Miramar, Florida To Satisfy
Hollywood’s Reuse System Obligation Under The Ocean Outfall
Legislation In The Amount Of $7,000,000.00; Approving An Amendment
To The Fiscal Year 2019 Capital Improvement Program.
Commissioner Blattner left the meeting at 4:58 PM.
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)
42. CITIZENS’ COMMENTS
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Commissioner Blattner returned to the meeting at 5:00 PM.
Commissioner Sherwood left the meeting at 5:00 PM and returned at
5:06 PM.
The following individuals expressed personal opinions/concerns:
1. Barry Sacharow, 2719 Lincoln Street
2. Karen Caputo, 2631 Garfield Street
3. Patricia Hamlin, 2743 Washington Street
4. Ann Ralston, 326 S 14th Avenue
5. Andre Brown, 2316 Mayo Street
6. Shiobhan McLaughlin, 1409 Rodman Street
7. Georgette Lasley Wiggins, 2602 N 22 Avenue
8. Joann Reese, 2135 Wiley Street
9. Catherine Uden, 1120 Lyontree Street
The Commission recessed at 5:20 PM and reconvened at 5:30 PM with
all members of the Commission present.
42A. R-2019-192 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,
Approving And Authorizing The Execution Of An Interlocal Agreement
With Broward County Regarding The Placement Of A Tower In West
Lake Park Or An Antenna System On Top Of The Circ Residences For
The P25 Communication System.
Douglas Gonzales, City Attorney, explained the intent of items 42A, 42B
and 42C;
Andria Wingett, Assistant Director of Development Services, provided
additional information.
The following individuals expressed personal opinions/concerns:
1. Karen Caputo, 2631 Garfield Street
2. Allen Siegal, Broward Chief's of Police
3. Ann Ralston, 326 S 14th Avenue
4. Patricia Antrican, 2534 Fillmore Street
5. Lynn Smith, 1939 Adams Street
6. Mark Florio, Hallandale Beach
7. Shiobhan McLaughlin, 1409 Rodman Street
8. Alex Brown, 1090 River Birch Street
9. Lisa Stingone, 1530 Sweetbay Way
10. Christine Field, 2169 N 14th Avenue
11. Drew Meyers, Broward County Attorney
12. Rene Harrod, Broward County Attorney's Office
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Extensive discussion ensued among staff and members of the
Commission.
Commissioner Hernandez left the meeting at 6:13 PM and returned at
6:16 PM.
Commissioner Sherwood left the meeting at 6:14 PM and returned at
6:20 PM.
Vice Mayor Callari left the meeting at 6:14 PM.
Commissioner Biederman left the meeting at 6:16 PM and returned at
6:17 PM.
Andrew Meyers, Broward County Attorney, and Rene Harrod, Special
Public Sector Issues and Information Technology County Attorney,
provided additional information.
Discussion ensued among staff, members of the Commission and
Broward County Attorney's Office.
Alfonso Jefferson, Assistant County Administrator, provided additional
information.
Vice Mayor Callari returned to the meeting at 6:47 PM.
Discussion ensued among staff, members of the Commission and
Broward County Attorney's Office.
Jose De Zayas, E-911 Communications Administrator, Broward County
Communications and Technology, responded to questions raised by the
Commission.
Dean Decker, Building Official, responded to questions raised by the
Commission.
Discussion ensued among staff, members of the Commission and
Broward County Attorney's Office.
Commissioner Blattner left the meeting at 7:03 PM and returned at 7:05
PM.
Discussion ensued among staff, members of the Commission and
Broward County Attorney's Office.
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ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Shuham, which was
seconded by Commissioner Biederman, to adopt the Resolution.
On a voice vote the motion passed 6-1. Vice Mayor Callari was
opposed.
42B. R-2019-193 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,
Authorizing An Estimated Expenditure Not To Exceed $261,176.00 For
The City’s Efforts To Evaluate Circ As A Viable Alternative Site To West
Lake Park For The Placement Of P25 Equipment; Amending The Fiscal
Year 2019 Adopted Operating Budget (R-2018-301).
ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Shuham, which was
seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, to adopt the Resolution.
On a voice vote the motion passed 6-1. Vice Mayor Callari was
opposed.
42C. R-2019-194 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,
Rescinding Its June 5, 2019 Decision To Deny The Site Plan Request
For A Communication Tower Located At 1200 Sheridan Street (“West
Lake Park”) Set Forth In Resolution No. R-2018-333.
Rene Harrod, Broward County Attorney's Office, read the changes to
section 2.1.
ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Shuham, which was
seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, to adopt the Resolution.
On a voice vote the motion passed 6-1. Vice Mayor Callari was
opposed.
43. Commissioner Hernandez, District 2
Juneteenth
Commissioner Hernandez wished everyone a happy Juneteenth.
United Neighbors Meeting
Commissioner Hernandez announced the United Neighbors meeting will
be tomorrow at 7:00 PM at McNicol Community School.
Neighborhood Watch Signs
Commissioner Hernandez stated Neighborhood Watch signs are
needed for the Liberia community.
Transportation
Commissioner Hernandez explained the South Florida Transportation
Authority, which runs Tri Rail, is currently on the CSX track and looking to
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move to the FEC track. They have crossovers at Palm Beach and
Aventura, but there is no timeline for them to move Tri Rail service to the
FEC track.
Autonomous Vehicles
Commissioner Hernandez stated 475 acres of land was purchased to
provide space for vehicle manufactures to test autonomous vehicles
along the Florida Turnpike. The project cost $142 million, but hills are an
obstacle for trucks and semi's looking to run on the autonomous system,
which they are trying to resolve.
Historical Society Meeting
Commissioner Hernandez stated he will be the guest speaker this
Sunday at the Historical Society meeting at the Stirling Road Library.
44. Vice Mayor Callari, District 3
Vote
Vice Mayor Callari stated she appreciates everyone’s efforts, but she
needs to vote with her gut.
Trap, Neuter and Release Program
Vice Mayor Callari stated the trap, neuter and release program, which is
part of the H.A.R.T. program, has run out of funding. They are asking for
donations to continue the trap, neuter and release program.
Youth Ambassadors
Vice Mayor Callari thanked City staff and the Commission for the Youth
Ambassadors presentation today.
PAL
Vice Mayor Callari congratulatied PAL on their presentation today, which
shows we are jointly committed to doing the right thing for our future.
45. Commissioner Blattner, District 4
Police Officer of the Month
Commissioner Blattner suggested the Police command staff discuss
bringing back to Commission meetings the Police Officer of the Month
awards.
LED Lighting Program
Commissioner Blattner requested a report on the progress of the LED
lighting program, specifically for City poles.
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Opportunity Zones
Commissioner Blattner requested a report on the Opportunity Zones
regarding what the City is doing, and if the City is taking advantage of the
program.
MPO’s Citizens Advisory Committee
Commissioner Blattner stated at the last Commission meeting he asked
if the Commission had any candidate for MPO’s Citizens Advisory
Committee. Commissioner Blattner stated he spoke to City resident
Tom Lander, who has agreed to be on this committee. Commissioner
Blattner stated he is recommending Tom Lander. Vice Mayor Callari
and Mayor Levy supported the recommendation.
Vision or Strategic Plan for City Hall Campus
Commissioner Blattner stated the City needs more input on a vision or
strategic plan for City Hall campus. Commissioner Blattner requested
support for a conceptual look of what City Hall campus should look like by
the end of this year. Vice Mayor Callari, Mayor Levy, and Commissioner
Biederman supported the request.
Commissioner Hernandez left the meeting at 7:32 PM and returned at
7:33 PM.
Transportation Improvements Trip
Commissioner Blattner explained the transportation staff in Miami Dade
TPO has invited Broward County MPO to Hawaii, Tokyo and Hong Kong
to view mass transportation improvements especially for monorails .
Commissioner Blattner stated he will be going as a MPO representative
from Sunday, July 7, 2019 to July 13, 2019.
MPO
Mayor Levy thanked Commissioner Blattner for being the MPO chairman
and leading the board. Mayor Levy stated he has invited the MPO
Director to the July 3, 2019 Commission meeting to recognize
Commissioner Blattner for his years of service.
46. Commissioner Biederman, District 5
Neighborhood Watch Signs
Commissioner Biederman stated he supports Commissioner
Hernandez’s idea of installing the new Neighborhood Watch signs, as he
has already mentioned this to the City Manager. Vice Mayor Callari also
supported it.
Bottle Deposit System
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Commissioner Biederman stated he wants support for a resolution to
request the State Legislature to enact a bottle deposit system similar to
other states.
Discussion ensued among members of the Commission regarding how
the bottle deposit system would work.
Broward County Commissioner Furr stated it is an excellent idea and he
will bring it up at a County meeting.
47. Commissioner Sherwood, District 6
Parking on Swales
Commissioner Sherwood stated people have no place to park and they
are parking on swales, the City needs to come up with an idea to make
permeable swales so that people can park on them. Commissioner
Sherwood wants staff to come up with a plan as there are different types
of processes available and staff needs to bring forward options for single
family and multi family on solutions with alternative parking surfaces .
Commissioner Hernandez and Mayor Levy supported the request.
Bicycle Sidewalk Path
Commissioner Sherwood stated as the City is widening the streets, there
is a need to make a bicycle sidewalk path. The City can take the five
feet and make it sidewalk so the bicycles can travel on it.
Juneteenth
Commissioner Sherwood wished everyone a happy Juneteeth.
48. Commissioner Shuham, District 1
Anchored Boats
Commissioner Shuham stated on June 11, 2019 there was a meeting
regarding the options for North Lake and South Lake Boat anchoring
issues, which was attended by various agency representatives. She
thanked staff for helping to put the event together.
ILA Agreement – Communication Tower
Commissioner Shuham thanked everyone for their hard work on the ILA
Agreement for the Communication Tower. There is an element of good
faith between the parties.
49. Mayor Levy
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Artificial Reefs
Mayor Levy stated he was paddle boarding on Hollywood Beach to the
artificial reefs in the North Beach area. He wants Commission support to
direct staff to promote and make the community aware of these artificial
reefs. Commissioner Hernandez, Commissioner Sherwood and Vice
Mayor Callari supported the request.
Mini Libraries
Mayor Levy stated he received an email regarding mini library boxes. He
suggested making a network of these little mini libraries called Free Little
Library boxes in the City, and he wants staff to seek cost and funding
partners to put them in select parks throughout the City. Commissioner
Sherwood and Commissioner Hernandez supported the request.
50. City Attorney
Broward County ILA – Communications Tower
Douglas Gonzales, City Attorney, asked Rene Harrod, Broward County
Technology Attorney, to read the ILA language on the record which was
agreed upon by the City and County.
Rene Harrod, Broward County Technology Attorney, read the agreed
upon ILA language into the record.
51. City Manager
LED Lighting Report
Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, responded to Commissioner Blattner’s
request that staff submitted yesterday the LED lighting report.
52. The meeting adjourned at 7:54 PM.
______________________________
Patricia A. Cerny, MMC
City Clerk
Hollywood, Florida
Approved on:
______________________
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Agenda
Regular City Commission Meeting
Wednesday, June 19, 2019
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
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
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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.
1:00 PM - Items - 17 thru 18
1:30 PM - Items - 19 thru 20
1:45 PM - Item - 21
2:15 PM - Items - 22 thru 26
3:00 PM - Item - 27
4:30 PM - Item - 28
5:00 PM - Item - 42
5:10 PM - Items - 42A-42C
1. Moment of Silence
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Recognition of Veterans, Active Service Personnel & Their Families
4. Roll Call
CONSENT AGENDA
(Items #5 thru 16)
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.
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OFFICE OF COMMUNICATIONS, MARKETING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
5. R-2019-168 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood,
Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Expansion Of The Commercial
Property Improvement Pilot Program As An Economic Development
Incentive To Property Owners Along Designated Commercial Corridors
Within The City Of Hollywood To Include Additional Corridors And Allow
The Use Of General Capital Outlay Fund Dollars For The Program;
Approving And Authorizing The City Manager Or Designee To Execute
All Agreements To Implement The Program.
Attachments: Resolution-CPIP-Combined-FINAL_06.03.19.docx
Exhibit A Program Description-Markup.docx
Exhibit B CPIP Agreement CDBG_1.docx
Exhibit C CPIP Agreement GF_1.docx
R-2017-377.pdf
Term Sheet - CPIP.doc
BIS 19181.doc
ENGINEERING DIVISION
6. R-2019-169 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood,
Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute A
Right-Of-Way License Agreement With Young Men’s Christian
Association Of South Florida For Use Of The Public Right-Of-Way For
Parking Adjacent To The Property Located At 3161 Taft Street For A
10 Year Term And License Fees Of $100.00 Annually.
Attachments: EN18-144.docReso.doc
EN18-144YMCA_2019 Agreement.docx
HARDING STREET-PARKING LAYOUT.pdf
Term Sheet - ROW LICENSE AGREEMENT - YMCA.doc
BIS 19-182.docx
7. R-2019-170 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood,
Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To
Execute A Series Of Consultant’s Authorizations To Proceed With
Synalovski Romanik Saye LLC. To Provide Architectural Design
Services For Interior Completion Of The Second Floor Of The City Hall
Library In An Amount Not To Exceed $195,000.00.
Attachments: RESOOLDLIBRARYARCHITECTSERVICESEN-19-044 Reso AE Services ATP 2nd floor library (
EN-19-044-2nd floorLibraryDesignproposal.pdf
TermSheetATPSERIES2NDFLOORLIBRARYARCHITDESIGNSERVICES.doc
BIS 19-191.docx
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8. R-2019-171 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood,
Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To
Execute A Parklet Revocable License Agreement With Industry Social,
LLC., D/B/A The Social Room, For Placement Of A Parklet Seating
Area Adjacent To The Property Located At 1916 Harrison Street Within
The Public Right-Of-Way Metered Parking Spaces.
Attachments: En19-076 1916 Harrison St Parklet.doc
EN19-076 Parklet License Agreement 1916 Harrison St .docx
1916 Harrison Survey.pdf
TermSheetParkletRevocableLicenseAgSocialRoom.doc
BIS 19-205R.docx
9. R-2019-172 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood,
Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To
Execute The Attached Parklet Revocable License Agreement With Go
Bistro, For The Placement Of A Parklet Seating Area Adjacent To The
Property Located At 2035 Hollywood Boulevard Within the Public
Right-Of-Way Metered Parking Spaces In The Amount Of $2,880.00.
Attachments: En19-077 2035 Hollywood Blvd Parklet.doc
EN19-077 Parklet License Agreement 2035 Hollywood Blvd.docx
2035 Hollywood Survey.pdf
TermSheetParkletRevocableLicenseAgGoBistro.doc
BIS 19-206.docx
10. R-2019-173 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood,
Florida, Supporting The Dixie Highway/21st Avenue Complete Streets
Project And Endorsing The Florida Department Of Transportation’s
Delivery Of Certain Complete Streets Projects Identified In The
Broward County Metropolitan Organization Complete Streets Master
Plan As A High Priority Corridor In Order To Be Included In The Florida
Department Of Transportation Five-Year Adopted Work Program.
Attachments: Reso EN 19-079 .doc
2014-08-05_Dixie-21st_Trafficways_Plan_Amend_revised.pdf
BIS 19187.doc
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS, RECREATION & CULTURAL ARTS
11. R-2019-174 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 2019/20 Florida Department Of State Cultural
Facility Grant For Construction Of A New Arts Education Building To
The Hollywood Art And Culture Center Facility In The Approximate
Amount Of $500,000.00; Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To
Execute All Applicable Grant Documents And Agreements; Amending
The Fiscal Year 2019 Operating Budget (R-2018-301).
Attachments: Reso-DOSgrant.docx
Exhibit 1-Art Culture Grant.pdf
DOS grant app.pdf
BIS 19198.doc
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12. R-2019-175 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood,
Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Issue A Purchase
Order With Kompan, Inc. In Accordance With Section 38.46 Of The
Code Of Ordinances (Cooperative Purchasing) For The Purchase And
Installation Of Playground Equipment, Playground Surfacing, And
Shade Cover At Bicentennial Park, A General Obligation Bond Project,
In The Amount Of $229,794.33.
Attachments: Reso - GOB Bicentennial Pk_KOMPAN
.sp65175-proposal-Bicentennial park 5.23.19
Kompan Inc - Certificate of Insurance
Term Sheet - Kompan Inc_.doc
BIS 19194.doc
POLICE DEPARTMENT
13. R-2019-176 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood,
Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To
Execute The State Plan Of Operations With The State Of Florida For
The Transfer Of Personal Property To Be Used By The Police
Department In Law Enforcement Activities.
Attachments: Resolution.doc
State Plan of Operations with the State of Florida Agreement.docx
Term Sheet.doc
14. R-2019-177 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood,
Florida, Authorizing A Donation Of Law Enforcement Forfeiture Funds
Pursuant To Florida’s Contraband Forfeiture Act In The Amount Of
$110,000.00 To Support Continued Safe Neighborhood And Crime
Prevention Programs; Amending The Fiscal Year 2019 Operating
Budget (R-2018-301).
Attachments: Resolution.doc
Exhibit 1.pdf
Hispanic Unity of Florida, Inc. Application.pdf
Hollywood Art and Culture Center Application.pdf
Kids in Distress, Inc Application.pdf
The Police Athletic League of Hollywood Inc Application.pdf
Young Men's Christian Association of South Florida Application.pdf
BIS 19178.doc
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DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC UTILITIES
15. R-2019-178 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood,
Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To
Execute An Authorization To Proceed For Work Order Number ARC
19-01 With Arcadis US, Inc. To Provide Professional Engineering
Services For The Water Infrastructure Risk And Resilience
Assessment, In A Lump Sum Amount Of $149,500.00.
Attachments: 01 Resolution - ARC 19-01 for Water Infrastructure Risk and Resilience Assessment.docx
02 ATP ARC 19-01 for Water Infrastructure Risk and Resilience Assessment.pdf
03 AWIA Proposal ARC 19-01 for Water Infrastructure Resilience Assessment.pdf
04 R-2017-283 - ARC 19-01 for Water Infrastructure Risk and Resilience Assessment.pdf
TermSheetATPARCADISWATERSTRUCTURERISKASSESSMT.doc
BIS 19-201.docx
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
16. R-2019-179 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood,
Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute A
Purchase Order With Beach Raker, LLC For Emergency Seaweed
Removal In The Amount Of $36,000.00; Providing For A Total Cost Of
$72,000.00 To Be Shared Equally By The City and CRA.
Attachments: Resolution Seaweed Removal.doc
PO_300000006748571_ORD50006062_0.pdf
Beach Cleaning Service Agreement Hollywood -1.pdf
terbeachraker.doc
BIS 19-202.docx
1:00 PM PRESENTATIONS, PROCLAMATIONS AND AWARDS
17. P-2019-44 Presentation By The Hollywood Council Of Civic Associations Of The
Pete Brewer Scholarships For Civic Involvement To Luchiano Perez,
Derod Deal And Jacquelyn Noval.
18. P-2019-45 Presentation Of The "Charles F. Vollman Certificate Of Appreciation"
Award By The Hollywood Council Of Civic Associations To Rachel
Silber.
1:30 PM TIME CERTAIN ITEM(S)
19. PO-2019-11 An Ordinance Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending Article 5 Of
The Zoning And Land Development Regulations Entitled “Development
Review Process” By Amending Section 5.3.I. Entitled “Design
Procedures” To Revise The Design Criteria. (19-T-02)
Attachments: PO-2019-11 Memo.pdf
1902_Ord DESIGNREVIEWCRITERIASECONDREADING.doc
Attachment I_February 7, 2019 Planning and Development Board Staff Report.pdf
Second Reading
Advertised Public Hearing
Planning Division
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20. PO-2019-12 An Ordinance Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending Article 4
Entitled “Schedule Of District, Use And Setback Regulations” By
Amending Sections 4.1 And 4.2 To Clarify The Suitability Of
Non-Conforming Lots; Amending Section 4.22 To Include Additional
Standards Relating To Temporary Trailers And Similar Structures;
Amending Section 4.3. To Provide For Additional Standards Relating
To Carports; Providing For A Repealer Provision And A Severability
Clause. (18-T-51)
Attachments: PO-2019-12 Memo.pdf
18T51ARTICLE4NONCONFORMINGLOTSCARPORTSETALSECONDREADINGPO2019-12.doc
Attachment I_December 13, 2018 Planning and Development Board Staff Report.pdf
Second Reading
Advertised Public Hearing
Planning Division
1:45 PM TIME CERTAIN ITEM
21. P-2019-46 Presentation By Gretchen Cassini, Assistant County Administrator,
Regarding The Surtax Process.
2:15 PM TIME CERTAIN ITEM(S)
22. R-2019-180 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood,
Florida, Ratifying And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To
Execute The 2018 - 2020 Collective Bargaining Agreement With The
American Federation Of State, County And Municipal Employees,
Local 2432, General Bargaining Unit.
Attachments: Resolution 2018-2020 AFSCME Collective Bargaining Agreement - General
Summary of Changes 2018-2020 AFSCME General.pdf
2018-2020 AFSCME General CBA CLEAN.pdf
BIS 19188.doc
Office of Human Resources
23. R-2019-181 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood,
Florida, Ratifying And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To
Execute The 2018 - 2020 Collective Bargaining Agreement With The
American Federation Of State, County And Municipal Employees,
Local 2432, Professional Bargaining Unit.
Attachments: Resolution 2018-2020 AFSCME Collective Bargaining Agreement - Professional
Summary of Changes 2018-2020 AFSCME Professional.pdf
2018-2020 AFSCME Professional CBA CLEAN.pdf
BIS 19189.doc
Office of Human Resources
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24. R-2019-182 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood,
Florida, Ratifying And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To
Execute The 2018 - 2020 Collective Bargaining Agreement With The
American Federation Of State, County And Municipal Employees,
Local 2432, Supervisory Bargaining Unit.
Attachments: Resolution 2018-2020 AFSCME Collective Bargaining Agreement - Supervisory
Summary of Changes 2018-2020 AFSCME Supervisory.pdf
2018-2020 AFSCME Supervisory CBA CLEAN.pdf
BIS 19190.doc
Office of Human Resources
25. R-2019-183 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood,
Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute A Hold
Harmless Agreement Indemnifying AFSCME, Local 2432, And The
General Employees Pension Board For Claims Arising Out Of
Correction Of Scrivener’s Error.
Attachments: raindemnityafscmeandpensionbd.doc
aindemnitylocal 2432andpensionbd.docx
terindemnifyafscmeandpensionbd.doc
Office of the City Attorney
26. PO-2019-14 An Ordinance Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending Section
33.025 Of The Code Of Ordinances Entitled “Employees’ Retirement
Fund”, Incorporating Changes To The Pension Plan Recently
Negotiated With AFSCME, Local 2432, Including Restoration Of
Benefits Reduced When The City Declared Financial Urgency;
Requiring Disability Retirees To Submit Federal Income Tax Returns
Without Supporting Schedules; Providing For Codification, Severability
And Conflict.
Attachments: PO-2019-14 Memo.pdf
ogenemployeecba2019(drg).docx
BIS 19-172.docx
Second Reading
Advertised Public Hearing
Office of the City Attorney
3:00 PM TIME CERTAIN ITEM
27. P-2019-47 Presentation By Michael D. Futterman, Partner In Charge, Marcum
LLP, To The City Of Hollywood, Fiscal Year 2018 Comprehensive
Annual Financial Report And Fiscal Year Audit Results.
4:30 PM TIME CERTAIN ITEM
28. P-2019-48 Presentation By Vice Mayor Callari And The Youth Ambassador
Program To Say Farewell To The Senior Members And To Award
Them With A Scholarship Check For Their Participation In The
Hollywood Youth Ambassador Program.
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QUASI-JUDICIAL ITEM(S)
(Rules of Procedure Attached to Agenda)
29. R-2019-184 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood,
Florida, Approving An Amendment To The Plat Restriction Notation On
The “Margaritaville At Hollywood” Plat To Change The Proposed
Number Of Hotel Rooms From 349 To 369. (P19-06)
Attachments: 1 EN 19-068 Reso.doc
4 Margaritaville Plat Amendment Current Plat.pdf
3 Margaritaville Plat Amendment R-2012-039.pdf
Engineering Division
30. R-2019-185 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood,
Florida, Considering The Allocation Of Up To 20 Additional Bonus
Hotel Density Rooms From The “Hollywood Beach Hotel Room Pool”
Pursuant To The City’s Comprehensive Plan To Allow A Total Of 369
Rooms For The Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort Project;
Amending The Site Plan To Reflect This Change.
Attachments: 1919_Resolution_2019_0605_Draft.doc
EXHIBIT A.pdf
EXHIBIT B.pdf
Attachment I_Application Package.pdf
Planning Division
ORDINANCE(S)
31. PO-2019-15 An Ordinance Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Repealing Section
133.30 Of The Code Of Ordinances Entitled “Discharging Firearms”.
Attachments: Ordinance Repeal of Chapter 133.30.doc
First Reading
Police Department
REGULAR AGENDA
32. P-2019-49 Presentation By Anne Hotte, Executive Director, Hollywood Chamber
Of Commerce, On The Chamber’s Recent Activities.
33. P-2019-50 Presentation By Shelly Spivack, Friends Of Broward
Homeless/Homeless Initiative, Regarding The Homeless Task Force.
34. P-2019-38 Presentation And Update By Derik Alexander, Police Major, Regarding
The Hollywood Police Athletic League Program.
35. P-2019-51 Presentation By David Strauss, Acting Chief Of Police Of The
Hollywood Police Department, Regarding A New Policy For Facial
Recognition.
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36. R-2019-186 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood,
Florida, Designating The Voting Delegate For The Florida League Of
Cities 2019 Annual Conference, To Be Held On August 15 Through 17,
2019, In Orlando, Florida.
Attachments: R-fal-leg-appt.DOC
2019 Voting Delegate Memo.pdf
Office of the City Clerk
37. R-2019-187 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood,
Florida, Amending Resolution No. R-2018-387; Substituting Projects
Listed On The GOB Police And Fire Public Safety Facilities,
Technology And Equipment Project List.
Attachments: ramend2018387.doc
Office of the City Attorney
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38. R-2019-188 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood,
Florida, Authorizing The Issuance By Public Sale Of Not To Exceed
$70,000,000.00 In Aggregate Principal Amount Of City Of Hollywood,
Florida General Obligation Bonds, Series 2019, To Pay Costs Of A
Portion Of The Project Described Herein, And Pay Costs Of Issuance;
Providing That Such General Obligation Bonds Shall Constitute
General Obligations Of The City And That The Full Faith, Credit And
Taxing Power Of The City Shall Be Irrevocably Pledged For The
Payment Of The Principal Of And The Interest On Such General
Obligation Bonds; Making Certain Covenants And Agreements In
Connection Therewith; Providing Certain Details Of Such Bonds And
For A Public Sale Of Such Bonds; Delegating To Director Of Financial
Services Authority To Determine Final Details Of Such Bonds And
Public Sale Subject To Limitations, To Accept Bid Or Bids Resulting In
Lowest True Interest Cost Determined In Accordance With Official
Notice Of Sale, To Award Bonds To Lowest Responsive Bidder Or
Bidders, To Qualify Such Bonds For Municipal Bond Insurance;
Selecting A Paying Agent And Registrar; Approving Form, Distribution
And Use Of Official Notice Of Sale; Approving Form, Execution And
Delivery Of Such Bonds, Establishing Funds And Accounts For Such
Bonds; Agreeing To Comply With Certain Requirements Under Internal
Revenue Code Of 1986, As Amended; Covenanting To Provide
Continuing Disclosure In Connection With Such Bonds In Accordance
With Securities And Exchange Commission Rule 15c2-12 And
Approving The Form Of And Authorizing The Execution And Delivery Of
A Disclosure Dissemination Agent Agreement And Appointing A
Disclosure Dissemination Agent; Authorizing A Book Entry Registration
System For Such Bonds; Authorizing Certain Officials And Employees
To Take All Action Necessary In Connection With Issuance And Sale Of
Such Bonds; And Providing For Severability.
Attachments: 42567263_v 7_Bond Resolution_City of Hollywood 2019 GOB.DOC
43068558_v 4_Exhibit A Official Notice of Sale Hollywood GO Bonds 2019.docx
43090971_v 4_Exhibit B Summary Notice of Sale 2019 G.O..docx
gob2019 Exhibit C bond form.doc
BIS 19-199R.docx
Financial Services
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39. R-2019-189 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood,
Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The First
Amendment To The Master Services Agreement With Comcast
Commercial Services, LLC. For The Continued Operation And
Maintenance Of The City’s Institutional Network For A Five Year Term
At An Annual Estimated Amount Of $360,000.00, Plus An Added 15
Percent For Future Installations, Upgrades And Miscellaneous Costs In
An Estimated Amount Of $2,000,000.00.
Attachments: Comcast Agreement Reso 2019
Comcast 1st amendment.pdf
tercomcast.doc
BIS 19-180.docx
Information Technology
Requires A 5/7th Vote
40. R-2019-190 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood,
Florida, Ranking Architectural/Engineering Firms And Authorizing The
Appropriate City Officials To Negotiate And Execute A Professional
Services Agreement With The Highest Ranked Firm to Provide
Architectural/Engineering Programing And General Consulting
Services For The Police Headquarters Project.
Attachments: RESOARCHENGINEERSERVICESRANKINGPOLICESTATIONEN 19-074.doc
Professional Services Agreement 2019.pdf
En19-074 -POL 19-012 RFQ - Oral & Initial Criteria Ranking (ALL)Final .pdf
RFQ - Architectural Consultant 2019.pdf
TermSheetArchitectEngineeringProgandDesignPoliceHeadquartersGOBProjectsRankingCCNA.d
BIS 19-196.docx
Engineering Division
41. R-2019-191 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood,
Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To
Execute An Interlocal Agreement With The City Of Miramar, Florida To
Satisfy Hollywood’s Reuse System Obligation Under The Ocean Outfall
Legislation In The Amount Of $7,000,000.00; Approving An
Amendment To The Fiscal Year 2019 Capital Improvement Program.
Attachments: 01 Reso - Reuse Interlocal Agreement with City of Miramar.doc
03 Exhibit A Miramar ILA for Reuse.pdf
02 Reuse Interlocal Agreement with City of Miramar.pdf
TermSheetMiramarILAVirtualReuse.doc
BIS 19-186.docx
Public Utilities
42. 5:00 PM CITIZENS’ COMMENTS (Total Time 30 Minutes)
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5:10 PM TIME CERTAIN ITEM(S)
42A. R-2019-192 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood,
Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Execution Of An Interlocal
Agreement With Broward County Regarding The Placement Of A
Tower In West Lake Park Or An Antenna System On Top Of The Circ
Residences For The P25 Communication System.
Attachments: Reso City-County Tower ILA.docx
Exhibit A - 2019-06-18 ILA Revised (clean).docx
BIS 19-214.docx
Broward County Presentation 06-18-19.pdf
Office of the City Attorney
42B. R-2019-193 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood,
Florida, Authorizing An Estimated Expenditure Not To Exceed
$261,176.00 For The City’s Efforts To Evaluate Circ As A Viable
Alternative Site To West Lake Park For The Placement Of P25
Equipment; Amending The Fiscal Year 2019 Adopted Operating
Budget (R-2018-301).
Attachments:Reso City-County ILA Funding.docx
Exhibit 1_ILA City-County Funding.pdf
GM Selby Agreement.pdf
GM Selby Invoices as of 05-08-2019.pdf
GM Selby continuing services.pdf
BIS 19-215R.docx
Development Services
42C. R-2019-194 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood,
Florida, Rescinding Its June 5, 2019 Decision To Deny The Site Plan
Request For A Communication Tower Located At 1200 Sheridan
Street (“West Lake Park”) Set Forth In Resolution No. R-2018-333.
Attachments: rescinding res communication tower .doc
R-2018-333
Office of the City Attorney
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COMMENTS BY THE CITY COMMISSION, CITY ATTORNEY & CITY
MANAGER
43. Commissioner Hernandez, District 2
44. Vice Mayor Callari, District 3
45. Commissioner Blattner, District 4
46. Commissioner Biederman, District 5
47. Commissioner Sherwood, District 6
48. Commissioner Shuham, District 1
49. Mayor Levy
50. City Attorney
51. City Manager
52. ADJOURNMENT
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).
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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.
Please silence all cell phones prior to entering the meeting.
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QUASI-JUDICIAL HEARING PROCEDURES
AND RULES FOR EX-PARTE COMMUNICATIONS
I. Scope and Applicability. These procedures shall apply to all quasi -judicial hearings held by the
City Commission or by any Board or Committee (hereinafter referred to as “Boards”) which holds
quasi-judicial hearings. The City Attorney shall determine which matters are quasi -judicial in
nature and shall direct the City Clerk or Board liaison to designate specially such matters on the
agenda.
II. Proceedings. Mayor, Vice Mayor or other presiding officer (hereafter, the "Presiding Officer")
shall conduct the proceedings and maintain order. The City Attorney or legal advisor shall
represent the City Commission or Board, rule on all evidentiary and procedural issues and
objections, and advise the City Commission or Board as to the applicable law and necessary
factual findings. Hearings shall be conducted informally, but with decorum. Formal rules of
procedure shall not apply except as set forth herein; however, fundamental due process shall be
accorded.
III. Unauthorized Communications. In all quasi-judicial hearings, all rulings must be based only
upon the evidence presented at the hearing. In accordance with Section 286.0115(1), Florida
Statutes, ex parte communications with City Commissioners or Board members in quasi -judicial
matters is permissible and the adherence to the following procedures shall remove the
presumption of prejudice arising from ex parte communications with City Commissioners or
Board members:
1. The substance of any ex parte communication with a City Commissioner or Board member
which relates to a quasi-judicial action pending before the Commission or Board is not
presumed prejudicial to the action if the subject of the communication and the identity of the
person, group, or entity with whom the communication took place is disclosed and made a part of
the record before the final action on the matter.
2. A City Commissioner or Board member may read a written communication from any
person. However, a written communication that relates to a quasi-judicial action pending before
the Commission or Board shall not be presumed prejudicial to the action, and such written
communication shall be made a part of the record before final action on the matter.
3. City Commissioners or Board members may conduct investigations and site visits and may
receive expert opinions regarding quasi-judicial action pending before them. Such activities
shall not be presumed prejudicial to the action if the existence of the investigation, site visit, or
expert opinion is made a part of the record before final action on the matter.
4. Disclosure made pursuant to subparagraphs 1, 2 and 3 must be made before or during the
public meeting at which a vote is taken on such matters, so that persons who have opinions
contrary to those expressed in the ex parte communication are give a reasonable opportunity to
refute or respond to the communication.
IV. Witnesses and Supporting Materials. At least eight City business days before a
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quasi-judicial hearing.
A. Staff shall prepare a report, recommendation and supporting materials, a copy of which
shall be available to the applicant, appellant and to the public at the City Clerk ’s Office. Included
in the supporting materials will be copies of all exhibits and documents upon which staff ’s
recommendation is based.
B. The Applicant and the Appellant, if applicable, shall submit a detailed outline of the
argument in support of their application, copies of all exhibits which will be presented at hearing
and the names and addresses of all witnesses who will be called to testify in support of the
application (including resumes for any witness the party intends to qualify as an expert).
C. The eight City business day deadline is necessary to ensure the Commission or Board
members are given sufficient opportunity to review the written submissions prior to the hearing,
and shall be strictly observed. Should the eight City business day deadline be missed by either
staff or the Applicant, the item may be continued at the discretion of the City Commission or
Board to the next available agenda.
V. Party Intervenors.
The City Attorney may allow a person to intervene as a Party Intervenor if they meet the following
requirements:
A. The person must have an interest in the application, which is different than the public at
large.
B. At least three days prior to the hearing, the person shall submit a written request to intervene
including: a detailed outline of their interest in the application and argument in favor or against it,
copies of all exhibits which will be presented at the hearing and the names and addresses of all
witnesses who will be called to testify on their behalf (including resumes for any witness the
person intends to qualify as an expert).
VI. Conduct of Hearing.
A. The Presiding Officer shall call the proceeding to order and announce that the hearing has
begun.
B. The Presiding Officer, City Attorney or legal advisor shall inquire whether all parties,
members of the public and Commission or Board members agree to waiving the quasi -judicial
hearing.
C. When the quasi-judicial hearing is not waived, the City Attorney, legal advisor or Presiding
Officer shall explain the rules concerning procedure, testimony, and admission of evidence.
D. When the quasi-judicial hearing is not waived, the City Clerk or staff liaison shall swear in all
witnesses who are to testify at the hearing.
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E. The order of proof shall be as follows:
1. A representative of the City’s staff (or outside counsel) shall briefly describe the Applicant’s
request, introduce and review all relevant exhibits and evidence, report staff ’s recommendation,
and present any testimony in support of staff’s recommendation. Staff shall have a maximum of
30 minutes to make their full presentation, including opening statement and all direct presentation
by witnesses, but excluding any cross-examination or questions from the Commission or a Board
member.
2. The Appellant, if applicable, (or his/her representative or counsel) shall present evidence
and testimony in support of the application. Appellant shall have a maximum of 30 minutes to
make its full presentation, including opening statement and all direct presentation by witnesses,
but excluding any cross-examination or questions from the Commission or a Board member.
3. Any Party Intervenor (or his/her representative or counsel) shall present evidence and
testimony in support of or opposed to the application. A Party Intervenor shall have a maximum
of 30 minutes to make his/her full presentation, including opening statement and all direct
presentation by witnesses, but excluding any cross-examination or questions from the
Commission or a Board Member.
4. The Applicant (or his/her representative or counsel) shall present evidence and testimony in
support of the application. Applicant shall have a maximum of 30 minutes to make his/her full
presentation, including opening statement and all direct presentation by witnesses, but excluding
any cross-examination or questions from the Commission or a Board member.
5. Any other persons present who wish to submit relevant information to the City Commission
or Board shall speak next for a maximum of three minutes each (excluding any cross-examination
or questions from the Commission or a Board member). Members of the public will be permitted
to present their non-expert opinions, but the Commission or board will be expressly advised that
public sentiment is not relevant to the decision, which must be based only upon competent and
substantial evidence.
6. The Appellant will be permitted to make final comments, if any (maximum of five minutes).
7. The Applicant will be permitted to make final comments, if any (maximum of five minutes).
8. The Party Intervenor will be permitted to make final comments, if any (maximum of five
minutes).
9. The City’s staff will make final comments, if any (maximum of five minutes).
10. At the discretion of the Presiding Officer, the Applicant may be permitted to respond to
the final Party Intervenor and staff comments and recommendations (maximum of three minutes).
G. The City Attorney or legal advisor will advise the City Commission or Board as to the
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applicable law and the factual findings that must be made to approve or deny the application.
H. The City Commission or Board will conduct open deliberation of the application. The
Presiding Officer shall have the discretion to reopen the proceeding for additional testimony or
argument by the parties when an outcome substantially different than either the granting or denial
of the application is being considered. After deliberations, a vote shall be taken to approve,
approve with conditions or deny the application.
VII. Examination by Commissioners and City Attorney or Legal Advisor. Commissioners, Board
members and the City Attorney or Legal Advisor may ask questions of persons presenting
testimony or evidence at any time during the proceedings until commencement of deliberation.
VIII. Cross-Examination of Witnesses. After each witness testifies, the City staff representative,
the Applicant’s representative, Appellant’s representative, and/or the Party Intervenor’s
representative shall be permitted to question the witness, but such cross -examination shall be
limited to matters about which the witness testified and shall be limited to five minutes per side .
Members of the public will not be permitted to cross-examine witnesses. Cross-examination shall
be permitted only as would be permitted in a Florida court of law.
IX. Rules of Evidence.
A. All evidence of a type commonly relied upon by reasonably prudent persons in the conduct
of their affairs shall be admissible, whether or not such evidence would be admissible in a court
of law in Florida. Irrelevant, immaterial, harassing, defamatory or unduly repetitive evidence shall
be excluded.
B. Hearsay evidence may be used for the purposes of supplementing or explaining other
evidence, but it shall not be sufficient by itself to support a finding unless it would be admissible
over objection in a civil action.
C. Documentary evidence may be presented in the form of a copy or the original. Upon
request, parties shall be given an opportunity to compare the copy with the original.
X. Statements of Counsel. Statements of counsel, or any non-attorney representative, shall only
be considered as argument and not testimony unless counsel or the representative is sworn in
and the testimony if based on actual personal knowledge of the matters which are the subject of
the statements.
XI. Continuances and Deferrals. The City Commission or Board shall consider requests for
continuances made by City staff, the Applicant, the Appellant or a Party Intervenor and may grant
continuances in its sole discretion. If, in the opinion of the City Commission or Board, any
testimony or documentary evidence or information presented at the hearing justifies allowing
additional research or review in order to properly determine the issue presented, then the City
Commission or Board may continue the matter to a time certain to allow for such research or
review.
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XII. Transcription of hearing.
A. The City Clerk or staff liaison shall preserve the official transcript of the hearing through tape
recording and/or video recording.
B. The Applicant, Appellant or Party Intervenor may arrange, at its own expense, for a court
reporter to transcribe the hearing.
C. The Applicant, Appellant or Party Intervenor may request that all or a part of the transcript of
a hearing be transcribed into verbatim, written form. In such case, the Applicant, Appellant or
Party Intervenor requesting the transcript shall be responsible for the cost of production of the
transcription and the transcription shall become the official transcript.
XIII. Maintenance of Evidence and Other Documents. The Office of the City Clerk or staff liaison
shall retain all of the evidence and documents presented at the hearing unless any such evidence
is too large to be stored by the City Clerk or staff liaison. In that event, such evidence will be
stored in the Community Planning and Development Department.
XIV. False Testimony. Any willful false swearing on the part of any witness or person giving
evidence before the Commission or Board as to any material fact in the proceedings shall be
deemed to be perjury and shall be punished in the manner prescribed by law for such offense.
XV. Failure of Applicant to Appear. If the Applicant, the Appellant or Party Intervenor or their
representative fails to appear at the time fixed for the hearing, and such absence is not excused
by the Commission or Board, the Commission or Board may proceed to hear the evidence and
render a decision thereon in absentia.
XVI. Subpoena Power. The Applicant, the Appellant or Party Intervenor or City’s staff shall be
entitled to compel the attendance of witnesses through the use of subpoenas. All such
subpoenas shall be issued by the City Clerk at the request of the Applicant, Appellant or City ’s
staff.
R-2016-334, 11/2/2016
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