Regular City Commission Meeting

City of Hollywood Hollywood City Hall 2600 Hollywood Blvd Hollywood, FL 33020 http://www.hollywoodfl.org Meeting Minutes Wednesday, October 21, 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 21, 2020 . The Regular City Commission Meeting of the City of Hollywood, Florida, was called to order by Mayor Levy on Wednesday, October 21, 2020 at 1:14 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 Shuham, seconded by Commissioner Hernandez, to adopt the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 5. R-2020-263 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving The Regular City Commission Meeting Minutes Of June 3, 2020. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Shuham, which was seconded by Commissioner Hernandez, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 6. R-2020-264 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving The Regular City Commission Meeting Minutes Of June 17, 2020. City of Hollywood Page 1 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes October 21, 2020 ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Shuham, which was seconded by Commissioner Hernandez, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 7. R-2020-265 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Bind Renewal Policies With Hartford Fire Insurance Company For Flood Insurance For The City-Owned Fire Station 45, Located At 1810 N 64 Avenue, For An Amount Not To Exceed $1,430.00. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Shuham, which was seconded by Commissioner Hernandez, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 9. R-2020-267 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute A Highway Maintenance Memorandum Of Agreement With The Florida Department Of Transportation Associated With The Delivery Of Sidewalk And Bicycle Lane Improvements For Certain Projects Identified In The Five-Year Adopted Work Program That Fall Within The City Of Hollywood’s Jurisdictional Right Of Way, More Specifically The NW 72nd Avenue And Washington Street Project. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Shuham, which was seconded by Commissioner Hernandez, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 10. R-2020-268 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Accept The 2020/2021 Children’s Services Council Of Broward County Maximizing Out Of School Time Year - Round Grant To Conduct Four Youth Summer Camps And Two After School Programs In The Amount Of $582,977.00; Authorizing The Required 5% Matching Funds To Be Paid From In-Kind Staff Services; Authorizing The Execution Of An Agreement With The Children’s Services Council; Further Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute All Other Applicable Grant Documents And Agreement(s); Amending The Fiscal Year 2021 Adopted Operating. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Shuham, which was seconded by Commissioner Hernandez, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 12. R-2020-270 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute A Miscellaneous Appropriations Grant Agreement With The Hollywood Art City of Hollywood Page 2 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes October 21, 2020 And Culture Center, Inc. For The Provision Of Cultural Services Through Visual Arts, Performing Arts And Educational Programming, In The Amount Of $175,000.00. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Shuham, which was seconded by Commissioner Hernandez, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 13. R-2020-271 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute An Agreement With The Hollywood Art And Culture Center, Inc., For The Purpose Of Coordinating And Managing Cultural Arts Programming Services At Hollywood Central Performing Arts Center In The Amount Of $70,000.00; Declaring That It Is In The Best Interest Of The City To Waive Competitive Bidding Pursuant To Section 38.41(C)(9) Of The Procurement Ordinance. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Shuham, which was seconded by Commissioner Hernandez, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 14. R-2020-272 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Issue A Blanket Purchase Order Renewing The Agreement With Kemp Group International Corporation For School Crossing Guard Services In An Estimated Annual Amount Of $425,000.00. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Shuham, which was seconded by Commissioner Hernandez, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 15. P-2020-13 Presentation By Jeri Muoio, President And CEO Of Great Cities For All, Of Certificates To City Of Hollywood Employees That Participated In The Leadership Training Series From January 7, 2020 Through February 18, 2020. Pete Bienek, Director of Public Works, provided an overview of the leadership training series and introduced Dr. Jeri Muoio. Dr. Jeri Muoio, President and CEO of Great Cities for All, provided additional information on the Leadership Training Series and presented certificates of achievement to staff that participated in the program. Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, provided additional information. 8. R-2020-266 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, City of Hollywood Page 3 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes October 21, 2020 Approving The Allocation Of Community Development Block Grant Funds To Various Eligible Public Service Agency Programs; Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Establish Certain Accounts To Appropriate And To Disburse The Grant Funds; Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute An Agreement With Each Agency For A Total Allocation In The Amount Of $184,998.00. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. Anthony Grisby, Community Development Manager, responded to questions raised by the Commission. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Blattner, which was seconded by Commissioner Hernandez, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 11. R-2020-269 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute An Amendment To The License Agreement With MVHF, LLC And The Hollywood Community Redevelopment Agency For One Year Under The Same Terms And Conditions For The Property Identified As The Johnson Street Parcel. The City Clerk read the comment submitted from Debra Case, 322 Buchanan Street. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Hernandez, which was seconded by Commissioner Shuham, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 16. PO-2020-15 An Ordinance Of The City Hollywood, Florida, Amending Chapter 155 Of The Code Of Ordinances Entitled “Basic Land Improvement Code” To Revise The Regulations Relating To Sidewalk Repairs And Maintenance. 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 Blattner, which was seconded by Commissioner Hernandez, to adopt on second and final reading the Ordinance. The motion on roll call vote carried: City of Hollywood Page 4 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes October 21, 2020 Aye: Commissioner Shuham Commissioner Hernandez Commissioner Callari Commissioner Blattner Vice Mayor Biederman Commissioner Sherwood Mayor Levy Enactment No: O-2020-15 17. PO-2020-03 An Ordinance Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Creating Sections 97.08 To 97.12 Of The Code Of Ordinances; Prohibiting The Use Of Polystyrene, Non-Biodegradable Disposable Or Single-Use Plastic Food Service Products By City Vendors; Prohibiting The Use Of Polystyrene, Non-Biodegradable Disposable Or Single-Use Plastic Food Service Products On City Property; Banning The Intentional Release Of Balloons. The Mayor announced the ordinance was advertised in conformance with Florida Statutes and City Codes. The public hearing was opened, and the City Clerk read comments submitted by the following individuals: 1. Anastasia Mikhaloch, 1951 NW 7 Ave, Miami 2. Alan Montgomery, 1323 SE 17 St 3. Mari Mennel-Bell, 1524 Bayview Drive 4. Camila Quaresma, 2322 Fisher Island 5. Elizabeth Forde, 4555 Ficus Street 6. Lori Bembanaste, 3200 N Ocean Drive, Apt 206 7. Hannah Miller, 4400 1st Street N 8. Heather Schueler, 4201 N Ocean Drive #302 9. Adriene Barmann, 825 Washington Street 10. Catherine Uden, 1120 Lyontree Street 11. Alissa Alfonso, 1452 Van Buren Street Commissioner Hernandez left the meeting at 1:45 PM. 12. Sandra Buchman, 1601 S Ocean Drive #802 Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. Commissioner Hernandez returned to the meeting at 1:48 PM. Douglas Gonzales, City Attorney, responded to questions raised by the Commission. Commissioner Sherwood left the meeting at 1:49 PM and returned at 2:01 PM. City of Hollywood Page 5 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes October 21, 2020 Elaine Franklin, Environmental Sustainability Coordinator, explained the intent of the ordinance. 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 Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Shuham, to adopt on second and final reading the Ordinance with an amendment to define City Property as land owned in fee simple by the City, including the Broadwalk. Roads and sidewalks are not deemed to be City property. 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-2020-16 18. PO-2020-16 An Ordinance Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving An Amendment To The Current Ocean Palms Condominium Planned Development Master Plan (Originally Approved By Ordinance O-2002-37 And Amended By Ordinance No. O-2015-23). (18-DJPV-60) Douglas Gonzales, City Attorney, announced this item is quasi-judicial. He 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. Deandrea Moise, Planning Administrator, explained the intent of the ordinance and the proposed project. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. Douglas Gonzales, City Attorney, responded to concerns raised by the Commission. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, provided additional information. City of Hollywood Page 6 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes October 21, 2020 Commissioner Callari left the meeting at 2:46 PM and returned at 2:48 PM. The City Clerk read comments submitted from the following individuals: 1. Debra Case, 322 Buchanan Street 2. Catherine Uden, 1120 Lyontree Street Commissioner Shuham left the meeting at 2:49 PM and returned at 2:52 PM. 3. Darrin Gursky, 141 NE 3rd Avenue Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. Graham Penn, Attorney for the Applicant, provided a presentation on the proposed project. Nelson Ortiz, Engineer for the Project; Bryan Fisher, Architect; Karl Peterson, Traffic Engineer; Randy Holihan, RH Development Group, provided additional information on the proposed project. Extensive discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. Mayor Levy left the meeting at 3:37 PM and returned at 3:39 PM. Azita Behmardi, City Engineer, provided additional information. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. Leslie Del Monte, Planning Manager, provided additional information. The City Clerk read the ordinance title on first reading. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Blattner, to adopt on first 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 City of Hollywood Page 7 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes October 21, 2020 Enactment No: O-2020-17 19. R-2020-273 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute An Amendment To The Employment Agreement With The City Manager. Commissioner Sherwood left the meeting at 3:46 PM and returned at 3:52 PM. Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, explained the intent of the resolution and reviewed the accomplishments of the previous year. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. The City Clerk read comments submitted from the following individuals: 1. Bob Glickman, 3111 N Ocean Drive 2. Thomas Clapp, 840 Johnson Street Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Shuham, to adopt the Resolution with a 7% increase in the City Manager's base salary. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 20. R-2020-274 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute An Amendment To The Employment Agreement With The City Attorney. Douglas Gonzales, City Attorney, reviewed the accomplishments for the year. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, to adopt the Resolution with a 2% increase in the City Attorney's base salary. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 21. R-2020-275 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute A Professional Services Agreement With Cummins Cederberg, Inc. For Engineering, Survey, And General Consulting Services For The Tidal Flood Mitigation And Shoreline Protection Project Phase I, A General Obligation Bond Project, In The Amount Of $1,249,870.00. City of Hollywood Page 8 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes October 21, 2020 Gus Zambrano, Assistant City Manager for Sustainable Development, explained the intent of the resolution. Luis Lopez, Assistant Director of Design and Construction Management, gave a presentation on the proposed project. Jason Cummings, Cummings Cederberg Coastal and Marine Engineering, provided additional information on the proposed project and the qualifications of their firm. Commissioner Sherwood left the meeting at 5:06 PM and returned at 5:16 PM. Commissioner Hernandez left the meeting at 5:07 PM and returned at 5:11 PM. Extensive discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. Mayor Levy left the meeting at 5:13 PM and returned at 5:19 PM. Commissioner Blattner left the meeting at 5:18 PM and returned at 5:19 PM. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Blattner, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Biederman, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 26. CITIZENS’ COMMENTS Commissioner Callari left the meeting at 5:36 PM and returned at 5:37 PM. The City Clerk read comments submitted from the following individuals: 1. Debra Case, 322 Buchanan Street 2. Bob Glickman, 3111 N Ocean Drive 3. Keith Poliakoff, 200 E Las Olas Blvd 4. Peter Bober, 2699 Stirling Road Commissioner Shuham left the meeting as 5:41 PM and returned at 5:44 PM. 5. Sean Atkinson, 1106 N 31 Avenue 7. Oren Ben-Ezra, 90 Juniper Road City of Hollywood Page 9 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes October 21, 2020 8. Ann Ralston, 326 S 14 Avenue 9. Jonathan Wise, 4221 Casper Court 10. Laya Seghi, 4 Foxfire Road 11. Charlene Dykman, 2800 N 46 Avenue 12. Daniel Nagler, 4106 N 48 Avenue 13. Caryl Mendelson, 3101 N 47 Avenue 14. Alan Mendelson, 3101 N 47 Avenue 15. Jeff Resnick, 2806 N 46 Avenue 16. Manny Hodak, 51 Greens Road 17. Anthony Krayer, 6051 N Ocean Drive 18. Tina Peretz, 5210 N 35 Street 19. James Feinberg, 59 Greens Road 20. Owen Goldwyn, 115 Kesnington Road 21. Helene Wenger, 2812 N 46 Avenue 22. Nelson Zide, 4480 Casper Court 23. Joel Suissa, 2818 N 46 Avenue 24. Dale Bergman, 2802 N 46 Avenue Commissioner Blattner left the meeting at 6:07 PM. 22. R-2020-276 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Appointing One Member To The Hollywood Housing Authority Board Of Commissioners. Commissioner Blattner returned to the meeting at 6:09 PM. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. Anthony Grisby, Community Development Division Manager, responded to questions raised by the Commission. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Shuham, which was seconded by Commissioner Callari, to adopt the Resolution appointing Alberto Collazo Rosario. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 23. R-2020-277 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Issue A Blanket Purchase Order To Weekley Asphalt Paving Corporation For Roadway, Drainage, and Miscellaneous Construction In An Amount Not To Exceed $8,816,335.00 Based Upon Broward County’s Request For Proposal (RFQ No. PNC2119323B1) In Accordance With Section 38.41(C)(5) Of The City’s Procurement Code (Piggyback). City of Hollywood Page 10 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes October 21, 2020 Azita Behmardi, City Engineer, explained the intent of the resolution. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Hernandez, to adopt the Resolution appointing Alberto Collazo Rosario in the resident member category. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 24. R-2020-278 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Adopting A Dune Master Plan. The City Clerk read comments submitted from the following individuals: 1. Debra Case, 322 Buchanan Street 2. Bob Glickman, 3111 N Ocean Drive 3. Catherine Uden, 1120 Lyontree Street ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Blattner, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Biederman, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 25. R-2020-279 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute A One-Year Agreement With Cigna For Stop Loss Insurance For An Amount Not To Exceed $579,146.70. ACTION: Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, withdrew the resolution from consideration. 27. Commissioner Callari, District 3 28th and Lincoln Canal Commissioner Callari stated that she has received a couple of texts from residents that live on 28th and Lincoln Street regarding the canal and whether the pump station is on because the lake is getting high. Commission in the Community Commissioner Callari stated that the Department of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts did a phenomenal job in preparing for the Commission in the Community meeting by marking distance circles at the Arts Park. Moving the City Forward Commissioner Callari congratulated the CRA Executive Director, City Manager and the City Attorney on a job well done. Let’s continue to move the City forward. Commissioner Callari stated that she presented City of Hollywood Page 11 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes October 21, 2020 the Executive Evaluations to her residents, explaining that nothing is perfect and we need to be able to work together because government is slow. She encourages the residents to continue to send in their comments and concerns. 28. Commissioner Blattner, District 4 Future of Recycling Commissioner Blattner stated that he is concerned about the future of recycling, as he wants to know what recycling technology is available and stated he will be meeting with City Staff to get a better understanding. Promoting Solar Projects Commissioner Blattner stated that he wants to see how the City can promote solar on projects and on homes. Boggs Field Tree Planting Commissioner Blattner stated that volunteers got together to plant trees at Boggs Field, then the trees were moved to another location by an individual who took it upon himself to do so. Commissioner Blattner requested support to have Sean Atkinson removed from the Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Advisory Board. Commissioner Callari reviewed her meeting with Sean Atkinson, and stated she wants to know with certainty whether it was him before discipline is given. Douglas Gonzales, City Attorney, stated he received a communication from David Vasquez, the Interim Director of the Department of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts, and he is recommending that Mr. Atkinson be removed from the board due to the fact that City staff witnessed a live Facebook post where Mr. Atkinson was involved in the relocation of the trees. Commissioner Callari stated she supports Commissioner Blattner's request for removal. Commissioner Hernandez stated that he agrees with the new location where Mr. Atkinson placed the trees, but does not agree with how Mr. Atkinson went about it. He stated that Mr. Atkinson overstepped his boundaries and therefore agrees with the removal of Mr. Atkinson from the Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Advisory Board. Commissioner Biederman stated that he wants to hear more information and he wants to hear from Mr. Atkinson. City of Hollywood Page 12 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes October 21, 2020 Commissioner Shuham stated that she has not seen anything. She thinks it might be premature and wants to know if there was anyone else involved and are those individuals on a particular board. If so, they would need to be addressed as well. Commissioner Shuham further stated that there should be language in the volunteer program that the volunteers have to follow the rules and plans of the City. Commissioner Sherwood stated that she is reluctant to take anyone off a board. She stated that Mr. Atkinson should be able to defend himself. She stated that she has only heard from a third party, and has not seen any video. Commissioner Sherwood stated she wants Mr. Atkinson to have a trial of sorts and wants additional rules to be put in place. Mayor Levy stated that to relocate the trees that volunteers just planted is disrespectful. An extensive discussion ensued among members of the Commission. David Vazquez, Interim Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts, responded to questions raised by the Commission. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. 28A. R-2020-280 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida Suspending Parks, Recreation And Cultural Arts Advisory Board Member Sean Atkinson. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Blattner, which was seconded by Commissioner Hernandez, to adopt the Resolution to remove Sean Atkinson. ACTION: Motion was made by Vice Mayor Biederman, which was seconded by Commissioner Hernandez, to amend the motion to a suspension of Sean Atkinson until the Commission has an agenda item at the next meeting. On a voice vote the amendment passed 6-1. Commissioner Blattner was opposed. ACTION: On voice vote the motion to the adopt the Resolution as amended passed 6-1. Commissioner Blattner was opposed. 29. Vice Mayor Biederman, District 5 Vice Mayor Biederman had no further comments. City of Hollywood Page 13 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes October 21, 2020 30. Commissioner Sherwood, District 6 Commissioner Callari left the meeting at 7:11 PM. Madison Street Resident Sign Commissioner Sherwood stated that a resident from Madison Street wants the sign back encouraging people to pick up after their dogs, as they are having a lot of problems. The Implicit Association Test Commissioner Sherwood stated a resident came in with a study, The Implicit Association Test, and mentioned that if the Police Department is not using this test, they might want to because it measures racial attitudes. Orangebrook and the P3 Commissioner Sherwood stated that at the meeting last night on Zoom, residents voiced their concerns about Orangebrook and the P 3. The residents stated they do not understand what is going on and they want staff to update the public. 31. Commissioner Shuham, District 1 The Implicit Association Test Commissioner Shuham stated that The Implicit Association Test is not very scientific. Cafe Licenses Commissioner Shuham stated that Cafe Licenses should not be renewed unless the business is in good standing. Speeding Bikers Commissioner Shuham stated that she spoke to Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, and others regarding getting rid of the group of speeding bikers on the Broadwalk. These are large groups of teenagers that are speeding and its very dangerous. Police Body Cam Commissioner Shuham stated that the Police body cam program has completed two 30 day trials and after speaking to the Police Chief, they are moving forward with technical studies and trying to find funding. Flooded Streets Commissioner Shuham thanked the residents for sending in photos of City of Hollywood Page 14 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes October 21, 2020 their flooded neighborhoods because the pictures are very important and need to be shared with FDOT with respect to the beaches, and City staff. Plastics Ordinance Commissioner Shuham thanked the Commission for passing today's plastics ordinance, as this is a game changer for Hollywood. Plastic Cutlery Commissioner Shuham suggested gifting a reusable cutlery set to all the City employees as plastic cutlery will no longer be allowed and asked everybody to use reusable water bottles. Commissioner Callari returned to the meeting at 7:17 PM. 32. Commissioner Hernandez, District 2 Happy Birthday Commissioner Hernandez wished his daughter, Adriana, a Happy Birthday. Early Voting Commissioner Hernandez stated that Early Voting is taking place at the Hollywood Library until November 1st. Motorcycles on South 28th Avenue and Washington Street Commissioner Hernandez stated that he has received many phone calls about the motorcycles on South 28th Avenue and Washington Street and he believes the Police Chief has already been informed. Septic to Sewer Commissioner Hernandez stated that he was wondering if there were any ideas as to new funding concepts for the Septic to Sewer project and wanted to get an update on this matter. Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, stated that there is a workshop being scheduled. Our Daily Work Commissioner Hernandez thanked everyone for working diligently on the goals we have. 33. Mayor Levy Early Voting Mayor Levy stated that early voting is going on now from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM until November 1st, including the weekends. City of Hollywood Page 15 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes October 21, 2020 34. City Attorney Evaluation Douglas Gonzales, City Attorney, thanked the Commission for his evaluation. COVID-19 Douglas Gonzales, City Attorney, stated that the CDC has announced today that they are extending their definitions of close contact after studies suggest that Covid-19 can be spread in less than 15 minutes in close proximity. So be careful. 35. City Manager New Employees Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, introduced Jose Cortez, the new Director of Design and Construction Management who started with us on October 19th and comes to the City with 32 years of experience. Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, also mentioned that the new Fire Chief, Don Booker will be starting on November 2nd and the new Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts will be starting on November 16th. Commissioner Callari left the meeting at 7:29 PM and returned at 7:30 PM. Sheridan Street Intracoastal Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, stated that the Sheridan Street bridge over the Intracoastal Waterway will be closed beginning Thursday, October 22nd at 10:00 AM until Friday, October 23rd until 3:00 AM due to a movie being filmed. 36. The meeting adjourned at 7:32 PM. ______________________________ Patricia A. Cerny, MMC City Clerk Hollywood, Florida Approved on: _________________________ City of Hollywood Page 16