Regular City Commission Meeting

City of Hollywood Hollywood City Hall 2600 Hollywood Blvd Hollywood, FL 33020 http://www.hollywoodfl.org Meeting Minutes Wednesday, October 7, 2020 1:00 PM Commission Chambers Room 219 Regular City Commission Meeting CITY COMMISSION Josh Levy, Mayor Kevin Biederman, Vice Mayor - District 5 Caryl Shuham, Commissioner - District 1 Peter Hernandez, Commissioner - District 2 Traci Callari, Commissioner - District 3 Richard Blattner, Commissioner - District 4 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 October 7, 2020 . The Regular City Commission Meeting of the City of Hollywood, Florida, was called to order by Mayor Levy on Wednesday, October 7, 2020 at 1:19 PM in the City Commission Room, Room 219, Joseph W. Watson Circle, Hollywood, Florida. Mayor Levy explained the meeting is being held virtually due to COVID -19 and explained the meeting procedures which will be followed. 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, Commissioner Traci Callari, Commissioner Richard Blattner, Vice Mayor Kevin D. Biederman, Commissioner Linda Sherwood and Mayor Josh Levy CONSENT AGENDA Approval of the Consent Agenda ACTION: A motion was made by Commissioner Callari, seconded by Commissioner Shuham, to adopt the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 5. R-2020-235 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving General Fund Agency Grants To Certain Non-Profit Organizations Providing Social Services To City Of Hollywood Residents; Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute Miscellaneous Appropriations Agreements With Each Organization For A Total Allocation Of Funding Not To Exceed $180,000.00; Amending The Fiscal Year 2021 Adopted Operating Budget (R-2020-232). ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Shuham, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 7. R-2020-237 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Implement City of Hollywood Page 1 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes October 7, 2020 A Settlement With Sarah Delekto In The Amount Of $110,000.00. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Shuham, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 8. R-2020-238 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Changing The Regular City Commission Meetings Scheduled In July And September 2021, Scheduling A Regular Commission Meeting On August 25, 2021, And Cancelling The December 15, 2021 And January 5, 2022 Commission Meetings. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Shuham, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 9. R-2020-239 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving The Regular City Commission Meeting Minutes Of May 6, 2020. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Shuham, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 10. R-2020-240 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving The Regular City Commission Meeting Minutes Of May 20, 2020. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Shuham, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 11. R-2020-241 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving The Special City Commission Meeting Minutes Of May 27, 2020. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Shuham, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 12. R-2020-242 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute An Agreement With The Highest Ranked Firm For Benefits Consultant Services In The Amount Of $140,000.00. City of Hollywood Page 2 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes October 7, 2020 ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Shuham, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 13. R-2020-243 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute A Two-Year Fixed Rate Agreement With Symetra Life Insurance Company For Basic Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Supplemental Life And Long Term Disability Insurance For An Annual Amount Not To Exceed $488,767.00. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Shuham, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 13A. R-2020-260 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute A Memorandum Of Understanding With The American Federation Of State, County And Municipal Employees, Local 2432, General Employees Bargaining Unit, Amending The Terms Of The Collective Bargaining Agreement With Changes To The Wages Article To Reflect A 2% Increase To The Pay Ranges And A 2% Wage Increase For All Bargaining Unit Members. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Shuham, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 13B. R-2020-261 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute A Memorandum Of Understanding With The American Federation Of State, County And Municipal Employees, Local 2432, Professional Employees Bargaining Unit, Amending The Terms Of The Collective Bargaining Agreement With Changes To The Wages Article To Reflect A 2% Increase To The Pay Ranges And A 2% Wage Increase For All Bargaining Unit Members. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Shuham, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 13C. R-2020-262 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute A Memorandum Of Understanding With The American Federation Of State, County And Municipal Employees, Local 2432, Supervisory Employees Bargaining Unit, Amending The Terms Of The Collective Bargaining Agreement With Changes To The Wages Article To Reflect A 2% Increase To The Pay Ranges And A 2% Wage Increase For All Bargaining Unit Members. City of Hollywood Page 3 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes October 7, 2020 ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Shuham, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 14. R-2020-244 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Execution Of A Series Of Authorizations To Proceed With Kimley-Horn And Associates, Inc. For Professional Engineering Services Related To The Design Of The Hollywood Boulevard And SR 7 Mobility Hub Project And SR 7 Linear Park Improvements In An Aggregate Amount Not To Exceed $125,750.00. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Shuham, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 15. R-2020-245 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The First Amendment To The Subrecipient Agreement With Florida Housing Finance Corporation To Receive A Second Disbursement Of Cares Act Funding Provided By The State Of Florida In The Amount Of $355,500.00; Amending The Fiscal Year 2021 Operating Budget. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Shuham, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 16. R-2020-246 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Adopting Amendments To The City’s Housing Program Policies To Include A Disaster Assistance Program And Septic To Sewer Conversion Loan Assistance Program Supported By Federal, State And Other Funds. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Shuham, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 17. R-2020-247 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute A Sub-Grantee Agreement With Hope South Florida, Inc. To Provide Re-Housing And Eviction Prevention Assistance Utilizing State Of Florida Coronavirus Relief Funds In An Amount Not To Exceed $948,000.00. City of Hollywood Page 4 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes October 7, 2020 ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Shuham, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 18. R-2020-248 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute A Coronavirus Relief Funds Sub-Grantee Agreement With Hope South Florida, Inc. To Provide Re-Housing And Eviction Prevention Assistance Utilizing Broward County Coronavirus Relief Funds In An Amount Not To Exceed $300,000.00. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Shuham, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 19. R-2020-249 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Issue An Authorization To Proceed With Bermello Ajamil & Partners, Inc. To Provide Professional Landscape Architecture and Planning Services For The Hollywood Downtown Streets Pilot Project And Develop A Design Guideline Reference Manual For Public Rights-Of-Way In An Amount Not To Exceed $203,375.00. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Shuham, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 20. R-2020-250 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing And Approving The Appropriate City Officials To Issue A Purchase Order To Municipal Equipment Company, LLC For The Purchase Of A Second Set Of Bunker Gear For Fire Rescue And Beach Safety Personnel In The Total Amount Of $504,000.00 Based Upon The Lake County Contract Cooperative Bid Solicitation No. 17-0606h In Accordance With Section 38.41(C)(5) Of The Purchasing Ordinance (Piggyback). ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Shuham, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 21. R-2020-251 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Issue An Authorization To Proceed For Work Order Number ARC 20-05 With Arcadis U.S., Inc. To Provide Professional Engineering Services For The Membrane Softening Train C Replacement In A Lump Sum Amount Of City of Hollywood Page 5 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes October 7, 2020 $396,039.00. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Shuham, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 22. R-2020-252 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Ranking Professional Consulting Engineering Firms To Provide Professional Engineering Services Related To Updating The Wastewater Master Plan; Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Negotiate An Agreement With Hazen And Sawyer, P.C., The Highest Ranked Firm, For Consideration By The City Commission At A Later Date. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Shuham, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 23. R-2020-253 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Ranking Professional Consulting Engineering Firms And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute A Consultant Services Agreement With The Two Highest Ranked Firms, Kimley-Horn And Associates, Inc. And Craven Thompson & Associates, Inc., To Provide Design And Construction Administration Services For The Installation Of Generators At Sanitary Sewer Lift Stations No. E-01, E-03, E-06, W-14, W-15 and Stormwater Pump Station SW-08 In The Lump Sum Amounts Of $179,361.00 And $234,273.52, Respectively. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Shuham, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 24. R-2020-254 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Ranking Professional Engineering Firms To Provide Professional Engineering Services Related To Updating The Water Master Plan, And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Negotiate An Agreement With The Highest Ranked Firm For Consideration By The City Commission At A Later Date. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Shuham, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 25. R-2020-255 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Ranking Professional Engineering Firms To Provide Professional Engineering Services Related To Updating The Stormwater Master Plan, City of Hollywood Page 6 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes October 7, 2020 And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Negotiate An Agreement With The Highest Ranked Firm For Consideration And Approval By The City Commission At A Later Date. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Shuham, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 26. R-2020-256 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The Attached Temporary Work Easement Agreement With Broward County For The Construction Of The Rehabilitation Project Of Segment III Of The Broward County Shore Protection Project. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Shuham, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 6. R-2020-236 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending The Fiscal Year 2021 Operating Budgets Of Various Funds As Adopted And Approved By Resolution R-2020-232. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Sherwood, which was seconded by Commissioner Hernandez, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 27. P-2020-31 Proclamation In Recognition Of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, October 2020. Commissioner Callari read the proclamation in recognition of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, October 2020. Jennifer Solinger, Human Resources Administrator, explained the activities planned for the month and thanked the Commission for the recognition. 28. PO-2020-07 An Ordinance Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending The City’s Adopted Comprehensive Plan By Amending The Potable Water Sub-Element Of The Utilities Element And Updating The Water Supply Plan In Accordance With Section 163.3177(6)(C)3, Florida Statutes. (19-T-82) The Mayor announced the ordinance was advertised in conformance with Florida Statutes and City Codes. The public hearing was opened; there being no one who submitted comments to the City Clerk, the public City of Hollywood Page 7 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes October 7, 2020 hearing was declared closed. Vivek Galav, Director of Public Utilities, explained the intent of the resolution and introduced Grace Johns, Hazen & Sawyer, City's consultant. Grace Johns, Hazen & Sawyer, provided a presentation on the water supply plan. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, provided additional information. The City Clerk read the ordinance title on second and final reading. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Sherwood, which was seconded by Commissioner Hernandez, to adopt on second and final reading the Ordinance. The motion on roll call vote carried: Aye: Commissioner Shuham Commissioner Hernandez Commissioner Callari Commissioner Blattner Vice Mayor Biederman Commissioner Sherwood Mayor Levy Enactment No: O-2020-11 29. PO-2020-13 An Ordinance Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Adopting The Five Year Schedule Of Capital Improvements For Fiscal Years 2020-2024 As Part Of The City’s Comprehensive Plan’s Capital Improvement Element Pursuant To Section 163.3177, Florida Statutes. (20-L-10) The Mayor announced the ordinance was advertised in conformance with Florida Statutes and City Codes. The public hearing was opened; there being no one who submitted comments to the City Clerk, the public hearing was declared closed. The City Clerk read the ordinance title on second and final reading. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, to adopt on second and final reading the Ordinance. The motion on roll call vote carried: City of Hollywood Page 8 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes October 7, 2020 Aye: Commissioner Shuham Commissioner Hernandez Commissioner Callari Commissioner Blattner Vice Mayor Biederman Commissioner Sherwood Mayor Levy Enactment No: O-2020-12 30. PO-2020-14 An Ordinance Of The City Hollywood, Florida, Amending Chapter 158 Of The Code Of Ordinances Entitled “Swimming Pools” To Revise The Enclosure Requirements. (20-T-11) The Mayor announced the ordinance was advertised in conformance with Florida Statutes and City Codes. The public hearing was opened; there being no one who submitted comments to the City Clerk, the public hearing was declared closed. The City Clerk read the ordinance title on second and final reading. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Shuham, to adopt on second and final reading the Ordinance. The motion on roll call vote carried: Aye: Commissioner Shuham Commissioner Hernandez Commissioner Callari Commissioner Blattner Vice Mayor Biederman Commissioner Sherwood Mayor Levy Enactment No: O-2020-13 31. PO-2020-10 An Ordinance Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending The City Code Of Ordinances By Amending Title V, Public Works, Chapter 55, Rights Of Way Construction, Part I: Rights-Of-Way Construction And Administration, And Repealing In Its Entirety Chapter 55, Part II, Telecommunications And Open Video System Facilities Rights-Of-Way Usage Findings And Definitions; And Replacing It With A New Title V, Chapter 55, Entitled “Hollywood Communications Rights-Of-Way Ordinance;” Providing Intent And Purpose, Applicability And Authority To Implement; Providing Definitions; Providing For Registration For Placing Or Maintaining Communications Facilities In The Public Rights-Of-Way; Providing Requirement Of A Permit; Providing Application Requirements And Review Procedures; Providing For Bonds; Providing For Construction Methods; Providing Development And Objective Design Standards; Providing For Fees And Taxes; Providing Enforcement Remedies; Providing For A Severability Clause And A Repealer City of Hollywood Page 9 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes October 7, 2020 Provision And Providing For Codification. The Mayor announced the ordinance was advertised in conformance with Florida Statutes and City Codes. Douglas Gonzales, City Attorney, explained the intent of the ordinance and the objections received from various telecommunication providers. The public hearing was opened, and the City Clerk read comments submitted from the following individuals: 1. Deborah Martohue, 1035 23rd Avenue N, representing T-Mobile South 2. Jason Kofender, 4511 N Himes Avenue, representing Crown Castle 3. Janna Lhota, 515 E Las Olas Blvd, representing Verizon Wireless 4. Robert Scott, 1301 K St NW, representing Comcast Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. Gary Resnick, Special Counsel for City, responded to questions raised by the public and the Commission. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. Commissioner Shuham left the meeting at 2:09 PM and returned at 2:11 PM. The City Clerk read the ordinance title on second and final reading. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Shuham, 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 Commissioner Callari Commissioner Blattner Vice Mayor Biederman Commissioner Sherwood Mayor Levy Enactment No: O-2020-14 32. R-2020-257 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Issuance Of The City's Water And Sewer Refunding Revenue Bonds, Series 2020, In An Aggregate Principal Amount Not To Exceed $40,000,000.00; Providing For The Determination Of Certain Details Of Such Bonds Within Parameters Set Forth Herein; Appointing A Paying Agent And Bond Registrar With Respect Thereto; Authorizing City of Hollywood Page 10 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes October 7, 2020 The Negotiated Sale Of Such Bonds To The Underwriters Mentioned Herein; Authorizing The Execution And Delivery Of A Bond Purchase Agreement With Respect To Such Bonds; Determining That The Issuance Of Such Bonds And The Refunding Of Certain Prior Bonds Are In The Best Interests Of The City And The Users Of The Utility; Approving The Form And Authorizing The Distribution Of A Preliminary Official Statement; Approving The Form And Authorizing The Execution And Delivery Of A Final Official Statement; Appointing An Escrow Agent And Authorizing The Execution Of An Escrow Deposit Agreement; Authorizing The Execution And Delivery Of A Disclosure Dissemination Agent Agreement And Appointing A Disclosure Dissemination Agent; Authorizing The Procurement Of Credit Enhancement To Further Secure Such Bonds; Providing For The Application Of Bond Proceeds; Approving The Redemption Of Such Certain Prior Bonds Of The City From Proceeds Of Such Bonds; Approving The Application Of Certain Moneys Held In Respect Of Such Certain Prior Bonds To Effect Such Redemption; Authorizing Proper Officials And Employees To Do All Things Deemed Necessary In Connection With The Issuance, Sale And Delivery Of Such Bonds; Providing For Severability. David Keller, Interim Director of Financial Services, explained the intent of the resolution. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Shuham, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 33. R-2020-258 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving The City Of Hollywood Legislative Agenda For The Upcoming State 2021 Legislative Session. Adam Reichbach, Assistant City Manager for Finance and Administration, explained the intent of the resolution. Jason Unger, Gray Robinson; Nicholas Matthews, Becker and Poliakoff; and Joseph Salzverg, Gray Robinson, provided additional information on their lobbying representation of the City. 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 with an amendment to add a municipal zoning district for short term rentals. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) City of Hollywood Page 11 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes October 7, 2020 34. R-2020-259 A Resolution of the City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Appointing One Youth Member To The Parks, Recreation And Cultural Arts Advisory Board. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Sherwood, which was seconded by Commissioner Shuham, to adopt the Resolution appointing Zohar Wolfson. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 35. Commissioner Hernandez, District 2 Commissioner Sherwood left the meeting at 2:52 PM. Commission in the Community Meeting Commissioner Hernandez invited everyone to the Commission in the Community Meeting next Wednesday, October 14th from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM at the ArtsPark. Commissioner Hernandez asked residents to pre register if possible. Dead End Sign on Adams Street Commissioner Hernandez stated that on Adams Street and 26th Avenue, there is a tree covering the dead end sign. Tree Planting on Boggs Field Commissioner Hernandez stated that on Saturday, at 10:00 AM there will be a tree planting at Boggs Field by the Hollywood Wild Cats. Mail Problems Commissioner Hernandez asked residents if they are having problems with their mail, if so, he would like to know. 36. Commissioner Callari, District 3 COVID Commissioner Callari stated that she works in the hospital and has many dealings with COVID related patients. She stated that she sees many Hollywood residents at the hospital and she is very proud of the city because people have learned better habits. She is not in favor of putting on events, but does want to find a way for a new normal. Commissioner Callari encouraged everyone to continue wearing their masks and continue to wash their hands. 37. Commissioner Blattner, District 4 City of Hollywood Page 12 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes October 7, 2020 Meeting Commissioner Blattner thanked the staff and City Commission for a productive meeting. 38. Vice Mayor Biederman, District 5 Retirement Vice Mayor Biederman congratulated Carlos LaSanta, Community Service Officer at the Hollywood/Fort Lauderldale Airport, on his retirement. Sidewalks Vice Mayor Biederman thanked Peter Bieniek, Director of Public Works, and staff for the email that was received regarding the sidewalks that will be repaired. Height of New Bridge Vice Mayor Biederman questioned the height of the C-10 canal bridge and other area bridges as he wanted to know if bridges qualify for using surtax money to rebuild making them higher. Commissioner Sherwood returned to the meeting at 2:57 PM. 39. Commissioner Sherwood, District 6 Agenda Item #14 – R-2020-244 Commissioner Sherwood stated that she did not want to pull item #14 – R-2020-244 as she did not want to delay the project. She stated that more than 4 years ago, Walter Werneke designed the Linear Park & Playground in Hollywood Gardens West. She stated she does not understand why the City is now asking and paying for a design that was already done. She stated that Walter Werneke also designed a tower for the NE corner of State Road 7. HR & Business Improvement Plan Commissioner Sherwood congratulated Raelin Storey, Director of Communications, Marketing and Economic Development, for the report received on the business improvement plan. Commissioner Sherwood stated she wanted to know if there is any way that the plan could be expanded to include the Washington Park Warehouse District to help create a parking lot, as someone mentioned that the cost of the parking lot was expensive. Permits for Campaign Signs City of Hollywood Page 13 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes October 7, 2020 Commissioner Sherwood stated that for this campaign there are no permits required for campaign signs. Commissioner Sherwood stated she strongly believes that there should be permits for campaign signs as the signs were placed everywhere, and it is a problem. Flooding Commissioner Sherwood spoke about the severe flooding in the west on 52nd Avenue from Washington Street, all the way to Nativity School. This area has lots of flooding and she really wishes that something can be done so that this can be resolved. Potholes and Flooding Commissioner Sherwood stated that she has received emails from condo owners regarding potholes and flooding in their common areas, even though the City is not responsible. Commissioner Sherwood wanted to know if there is any way that the City can communicate with the condo communities to let them know they need to maintain their grounds. Tree Planting on Boggs Field Commissioner Sherwood stated that watching the children participate in the Boggs tree planting event should be something endearing to watch. 40. Commissioner Shuham, District 1 County Beach Re-nourishment Commissioner Shuham stated that she did not want to pull item #26 – R-2020-256, but she did want to let residents know that the Phase 3 beach re-nourishment will take place between November 2021 thru March 2022. PTSA at South Broward High School Commissioner Shuham thanked the PTSA members at South Broward High School for helping to organize 85 high school students to help the City deliver census information along the Barrier Island. New Dune at Charnow Park Commissioner Shuham thanked the Youth Environmental Alliance as well as Dream & Green and Sealant Corporation for getting a new dune planted at Connecticut Street in front of Charnow Park. Hopefully it is the first of many new dunes planted. Halloween on Harrison Street Commissioner Shuham stated that annually there is a big to do on Harrison Street for Halloween, and this year she strongly suggests that it should not take place due to COVID concerns. Commissioner Shuham City of Hollywood Page 14 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes October 7, 2020 urges residents to not partake this year. Broward County Amendment 2 Commissioner Shuham urges residents to get educated on Broward County Amendment 2 regarding County surtax projects which will by pass City regulations. A1A Flooding Task Force Commissioner Shuham urged everyone to participate in the A1A Flooding Task Force which works to find solutions to reduce flooding on A1A. Commissioner Shuham stated that flooding is a FDOT problem, but FDOT has a unlimited description of what falls on the City and CRA to take care of. 41. Mayor Levy Sea Level Rise Issue Mayor Levy expressed a lot of thanks to the City Manager, Department of Public Works and Department of Public Utilities as there are crews building temporary berms to help with the King Tides later this month. New State Law Mayor Levy stated that there is a new State Law that went into effect on October 1st regarding towing and immobilizing vehicles and vessels. Mayor Levy requested the City Manager have the staff look into HB 133 and see what powers the local governments have and what can the City do. Playgrounds and Cleaning Guidelines Mayor Levy stated that his office has received a lot of requests from residents to reopen playgrounds but there is still a concern on the cleaning guidelines. He explained that the County is working on language and finalizing the requirements for cleaning and sanitizing needs. 42. City Attorney Douglas Gonzales, City Attorney, had no further comment. 43. City Manager New Appointment Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, congratulated Zohar Wolfson on his appointment to the Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Advisory Board. City of Hollywood Page 15 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes October 7, 2020 Sidewalks Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, stated that the Department of Public Works will undertake sidewalk repairs that will address 3 specific zones: Federal Highway, US1 to 21st Avenue and Pembroke Road. The City has engaged a consultant, Florida Sidewalks Solutions, to assist in this project. Short Term Tidal Flooding Mitigation Project Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, stated that there is a short term tidal flooding mitigation project going on where the crews are raising the shore line and using filter cloth and rip rap to prevent erosion. Unsolicited Proposal Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, stated that the City received an unsolicited proposal for the Hollywood Beach Culture and Community Center. Currently, the City is marketing the opportunity. Eight firms have submitted proposals before the deadline, and there is a Cone of Silence in place. Staff will be reviewing the proposals. Fitch and Moody Rating Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, stated that the City's bond rating from Fitch has improved from -AA to AA and the rating from Moody improved to AA2. Broward County Charter Amendment 2 Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, stated the Broward County Charter Amendment 2 is very important as it would allow the County Surtax projects to bypass City rules and regulations if passed. 44. The meeting adjourned at 3:16 PM. ______________________________ Patricia A. Cerny, MMC City Clerk Hollywood, Florida Approved on: _________________________ City of Hollywood Page 16