Regular City Commission Meeting

City of Hollywood Hollywood City Hall 2600 Hollywood Blvd Hollywood, FL 33020 http://www.hollywoodfl.org Meeting Minutes Wednesday, December 2, 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 Linda Hill Anderson, Commissioner - District 2 Traci Callari, Commissioner - District 3 Adam Gruber, 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 December 2, 2020 . The Regular City Commission Meeting of the City of Hollywood, Florida, was called to order by Mayor Levy on Wednesday, December 2, 2020 at 1:12 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 Linda Anderson, Commissioner Traci Callari, Commissioner Adam Gruber, 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 approve the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 5. R-2020-306 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Relating To A Debt Financing To Fund Certain Capital Improvement Projects Contained In The Amended And Approved FY 2021 Capital Improvement Plan, Authorizing A Declaration Of Official Intent Under U.S. Treasury Regulations With Respect To Reimbursements From The Proceeds Of The Debt Financing For Temporary Advances Made For Payment Prior To Issuance, And Related Matters. 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-2020-307 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Adopting A New Comprehensive Budget Policy. City of Hollywood Page 1 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes December 2, 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) 7. R-2020-308 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; Amending the Fiscal Year 2021 Capital Improvement Plan. 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-2020-309 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Bind The Renewal Policies For Property Insurance, Public Officials’ Liability Insurance, Boiler And Machinery Insurance, Marina Storage Tank Liability, And Terrorism Insurance, For An Amount Not To Exceed $1,990,040.00. 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) 9. 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: 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-2020-310 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute An Agreement With Aon Risk Services, Inc. Of Florida, To Provide Consultant Services In The Selection Of A Third Party Claims Administrator For Worker’s Compensation And Liability Claims Management, For An Amount Not To Exceed $31,779.00. 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) 11. R-2020-311 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Approve The Attached Purchase Order To Lease 350 Panasonic Laptops With Three Years Of City of Hollywood Page 2 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes December 2, 2020 Support, Docking Stations And Mounting Hardware Utilizing The Omnia Partners IT Products & Services Contract #4400006644 For Three Payments For An Estimated Amount Of $301,873.60 Annually Through Dell Financial Services L.L.C., And In Accordance With Section 38.41(C) (5) Of The Code Of Ordinances (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) 12. R-2020-312 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Accept 2019 Department Of Homeland Security Grant Funds From The City Of Miami In The Approximate Amount Of $134,330.00 To Enhance Public Safety And Emergency Management Urban Area Security Initiative Approved Projects And Equipment; Further Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The Memorandum Of Agreement With The City Of Miami And All Other Applicable Sub-Grant Documents And Agreements; 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) 13. R-2020-313 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Accept The Walmart Grant Program 2020 Grant Funds From Walmart Foundation To Defray The Cost Of Police Department Programming, Such As Holiday Shop With A Cop, In An Amount Not To Exceed $2,500.00. 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-2020-315 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 Amendment Number One To Work Order Number H&S 19-04 With Hazen And Sawyer, P.C. To Provide Professional Engineering Services Related To The Design, Permitting And Bidding For A Chemical Scrubber Odor Control System In Lieu Of A Biological Odor Control System Serving The Oxygenation Flow Distribution Box, Located At The Southern Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant, In The Lump Sum Amount Of $37,191.00. City of Hollywood Page 3 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes December 2, 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-2020-314 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Accept The Florida Bicycle Pedestrian Focused Initiative High Visibility Enforcement For Pedestrian And Bicycle Safety Program Funding In The Amount Of $28,226.50 To Fund Overtime Hours For Increased Presence, Visibility And Awareness In Order To Impact The Safety Of Pedestrians And Bicyclists; Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute All Applicable Documents And Agreements; Amending The Fiscal Year 2021 Adopted Operating Budget. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, provided additional information. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Shuham, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 16. R-2020-316 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 Amendment Number One To Work Order Number B&V 20-01 With Black & Veatch Corporation, Inc. To Provide Professional Engineering Services Related To An Advanced Metering Infrastructure Analysis, Planning And Support Study In An Amount Not To Exceed $207,462.00 For A Total Aggregate Project Cost Of $256,787.00. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. Vivek Galav, Director of Public Utilities, explained the intent of the resolution. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 17. PO-2020-17 An Ordinance Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending Section 4.6b. Of Article 4 Of The Zoning And Land Development Regulations Entitled “Regional Activity Center And Downtown Community Redevelopment Districts” To Revise The Requirements Related To Auto-Oriented Uses, Minimum Parking Regulations, Minimum Unit Size And Maximum Height For Properties Within The Districts. (19-T-80) City of Hollywood Page 4 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes December 2, 2020 Leslie Del Monte, Planning Manager, explained the intent of the ordinance. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. The Mayor announced the ordinance was advertised in conformance with Florida Statutes and City Codes. The public hearing was opened and the following individuals expressed personal opinions/concerns: 1. Terry Cantrell, 745 Harrison St The City Clerk read comments submitted from the following individuals: 2. Lynn Smith, 1939 Adams Street 3. Ken Crawford, 2018 Fletcher Street There being no one further who wished to speak, the public hearing was declared closed. 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 first reading. ACTION: Motion was made by Vice Mayor Biederman, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, to adopt on first reading the Ordinance. The motion on roll call vote carried: Aye: Commissioner Anderson Commissioner Callari Commissioner Gruber Vice Mayor Biederman Commissioner Sherwood Mayor Levy Nay: Commissioner Shuham 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) The Mayor announced the ordinance was advertised in conformance with Florida Statutes and City Codes. The public hearing was opened, and the following individuals submitted comments for the City Clerk to read: 1. Martha Wexler, 600 Parkview Drive 2. Darrin Gursky, 141 NE 3rd Avenue City of Hollywood Page 5 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes December 2, 2020 There being no one further who wished to speak, the public hearing was declared closed. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. 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 Anderson Commissioner Callari Commissioner Gruber Vice Mayor Biederman Commissioner Sherwood Mayor Levy Enactment No: O-2020-17 19. R-2020-317 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Considering The Request For Variance, Modifications, Design, And Site Plan Approval For A Planned Development (Publix On The Beach) Located At 3100 S. Ocean Drive. (18-DJPV-60) 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. ACTION: Motion was made by Vice Mayor Biederman, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 20. PO-2020-18 An Ordinance Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending Chapter 119 Of The Code Of Ordinance Entitled “Vacation Rental License Program”; Amending Various Provisions Of That Program, Including Expanding Applicability To The Entire City And Discontinuing Issuance Of Conditional Licenses. Mayor Levy stated he received a communication from the Realtor Association. The following individuals expressed personal opinions/concerns: 1. Terry Cantrell, 745 Harrison Street City of Hollywood Page 6 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes December 2, 2020 The City Clerk read comments submitted from the following individuals: 2. Lynn Smith, 1939 Adams Street 3. Tom Lander, 3186 Roosevelt Street 4. Thomas Clapp, 840 Johnson Street Andria Wingett, Assistant Director of Development Services, provided a presentation on the proposed ordinance. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. Douglas Gonzales, City Attorney, provided additional information. Extensive discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, provided additional information. Alan Fallik, Deputy City Attorney, and Chris O'Brien, Police Chief, responded to concerns raised. Extensive discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. The City Clerk read the ordinance title on first reading. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Gruber, to adopt on first reading the Ordinance. The motion on roll call vote carried: Aye: Commissioner Shuham Commissioner Anderson Commissioner Callari Commissioner Gruber Vice Mayor Biederman Commissioner Sherwood Mayor Levy Enactment No: O-2021-01 21. R-2020-318 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving An Amendment To The Plat Notation For The “Chevron Asphalt Plant Site” Plat To Reflect The Use of The Property As A Tank Truck Loading Facility And The Revision To The Plat Note On The Plat To Reflect The Proposed Use. The City Attorney explained waiving the quasi-judicial procedures and Mayor Levy questioned if there were any objections to waiving them . City of Hollywood Page 7 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes December 2, 2020 There were no objections, and the quasi-judicial procedures were waived. Azita Behmardi, City Engineer, explained the intent of the resolution. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 22. R-2020-319 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Negotiate And Execute An Agreement With The Highest Ranked Firm For The Marina Master Plan, And If Negotiations Are Not Successful, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Negotiate And Execute An Agreement With The Next Highest Ranked Firm. David Vasquez, Interim Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts, explained the intent of the resolution. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, provided additional information. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Shuham, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Biederman, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 23. R-2020-320 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute An Agreement With CDM Smith, Inc., To Provide Professional Engineering Services Related To The Stormwater Master Plan For Phase 1 In The Amount Of $2,075,655.00; Approving An Amendment To The Fiscal Year 2021 Capital Improvement Program. Vivek Galav, Director of Public Utilities, explained the intent of the resolution. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, provided additional information. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Shuham, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) City of Hollywood Page 8 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes December 2, 2020 24. R-2020-321 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute A Contract With Man Con, Incorporated For Construction Services Related To The Parkside Water Main Replacement Project, As Identified In The 2007 Water System Master Plan, In The Amount Of $9,740,234.00; Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute An Authorization To Proceed For Work Order Number KHA 21-01 With Kimley-Horn And Associates, Inc. To Provide Professional Engineering Services In The Lump Sum Amount Of $337,945.13; Amending The Fiscal Year 2021 Operating Budget And The Fiscal Year 2021 Capital Improvement Plan. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Sherwood, which was seconded by Commissioner Callari, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 25. R-2020-322 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Ranking Golf Course Architecture Firms To Provide Golf Course Architecture Consulting Services For The Hollywood Beach Golf Course And Clubhouse Project, A General Obligation Bond Project; Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Negotiate An Agreement With RMGA, Inc., D/B/A Richard Mandell Golf Architecture, The Highest Ranked Firm, For Consideration By The City Commission At A Later Date. ACTION: Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, withdrew the Resolution from consideration. 26. R-2020-323 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Appointing A City Commission Member As The Delegate To The Broward County Metropolitan Planning Organization. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari to adopt the Resolution appointing Commissioner Gruber. The motion failed for lack of a second. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Anderson, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Biederman, to adopt the Resolution appointing Commissioner Shuham as the City's representative. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 27. R-2020-324 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Appointing A Vice Mayor For A One Year Term. Discussion ensued among member of the Commission. City of Hollywood Page 9 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes December 2, 2020 ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Shuham, which was seconded by Commissioner Callari, to adopt the Resolution appointing Commissioner Sherwood. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 30. Commissioner Anderson, District 2 Happy Holidays Commissioner Anderson said a prayer for the residents during COVID. She wished everyone Happy Holidays. 31. Commissioner Callari, District 3 Happy Holidays Commissioner Callari wished everyone Happy Holidays and to stay safe. 32. Commissioner Gruber, District 4 Happy Holidays Commissioner Gruber wished everyone Happy Holidays and to stay safe. 33. Vice Mayor Biederman, District 5 Vice Mayor Commissioner Biederman thanked everyone for allowing him to serve as the Vice Mayor for the last year. Montella Park Commissioner Biederman thanked Public Works for planting the trees and keeping up the maintenance at Montella Park. Thank You Commissioner Biederman thanked AJ at Underground Utilities for driving him around last week to see the underground stormwater utilities. Sink Hole Repairs Commissioner Biederman thanked the Department of Public Utilities for repairing the sink holes after the rain. New Horizons Commissioner Biederman stated that he has never received so many responses from residents on the recent article in New Horizons regarding City of Hollywood Page 10 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes December 2, 2020 the broken sidewalks. He is now the Sidewalk King! New Restaurant Commissioner Biederman stated there is a new restaurant, Twin Peaks, in Downtown. For those that would like a sneak peak, they can check his Facebook page. Happy Holidays Commissioner Biederman wished everyone Happy Holidays. 34. Commissioner Sherwood, District 6 General Obligation Bond Advisory Committee Vice Mayor Sherwood stated that the purpose of the General Obligation Bond Advisory Committee is to make sure the money is spent according to plan. Commissioner Sherwood mentioned that several board members are concerned about the development of Orangebrook Golf Course. They are concerned that a P3 has come in for Orangebrook Golf Course. They are fine with commercial property and they want to have a say as to how the golf course will look. Happy Holidays Vice Mayor Sherwood wished everyone Happy Holidays. 35. Commissioner Shuham, District 1 Permits Commissioner Shuham stated she received an email from a resident, Andrew Ruffner, regarding when residents apply for a permit. Mr. Ruffner suggested that the resident should receive advice or suggestions on how to make their home improvements better. Committees Commissioner Shuham stated she spoke with Jim Romano, who is on a City of Plantation committee, where each Commissioner nominated someone. Commissioner Shuham stated she wants to do the same in Hollywood, to serve on the selection committees. Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, responded that the City used this method in the past. He was not sure why it was not done with this matter, and stated that it was not outside the realm of possibility. Dog Beach Commissioner Shuham stated at the dog beach, there needs to be a sanitation station. City of Hollywood Page 11 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes December 2, 2020 Playgrounds Commissioner Shuham stated she understands that some parks are open, but the playgrounds are not open and residents are stepping over the tape to get to the playgrounds. She suggested if a sign can be posted stating that this playground is not sanitized, play at your own risk. Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, responded that the Mayor has been asking these same questions so the City had formulated a number of signs to post, but every time the City was ready to post them, the COVID numbers would continue to increase, so the decision was made to hold off. Mayor Levy spoke about the playgrounds and encouraging safe play, but the tape is not helping because people are going around it . Commissioner Callari stated COVID is still an issue and the City needs to still keep our guard up. Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) Commissioner Shuham thanked Commissioner Anderson for nominating her for appointment to the Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) board and acknowledged that there are huge shoes to fill from Commissioner Blattner, nonetheless she is very excited. Well Wishes Commissioner Shuham wished Commissioner Callari to feel better soon. Happy Holidays Commissioner Shuham wished everyone Happy Holidays and here’s to hoping that 2021 has less problems. 36. Mayor Levy Zoning In Progress Mayor Levy asked for Commission support to have a zoning in progress on package liquor stores in the City, and to have staff come back with better distance regulations. ACTION: Motion was made by Mayor Levy, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Sherwood, to have a zoning in progress on package liquor stores in the City. The motion on roll call vote carried: City of Hollywood Page 12 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes December 2, 2020 Aye: Commissioner Shuham Commissioner Anderson Commissioner Callari Commissioner Gruber Vice Mayor Biederman Commissioner Sherwood Mayor Levy Waste Pro Mayor Levy asked for Commission support for staff to take corrective action against Waste Pro as they have continued failures of skipping blocks and houses and the numerous turnover with drivers. Mayor Levy stated he wants staff to look at the contract to have them install route software in the trucks. Commissioner Shuham stated she also wants staff to look at the liquidated damages portion which the City could use to purchase software. Irrigation Meters Mayor Levy stated when residents have a water leak, the City offers a two month credit. The same opportunity is not available for commercial or irrigation systems, therefore he wants Commission support for staff to come back with a discussion item where what is available to the residents would be available for all. Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, responded that staff will take care of this administratively. Happy Holidays Mayor Levy wished everyone Happy Holidays. 37. City Attorney Thank You Douglas Gonzales, City Attorney, thanked everyone for the opportunity to continue to serve the City. He stated that he looks forward to working with the new Commissioners and that next year will be exciting due to the many changes being made to codes. He thanked staff for all of their efforts and working collaboratively and to Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, for his constant support. Happy Holidays Douglas Gonzales, City Attorney, wished everyone Happy Holidays. 38. City Manager City of Hollywood Page 13 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes December 2, 2020 Thank You Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, thanked Douglas Gonzales, City Attorney, and stated that a lot has been accomplished in a little amount of time. Broward Cares Act Grant Awards Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, stated that tonight at 10:00 PM is the deadline to apply for the Broward Cares Act grant awards. Virtual Public Meeting Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, stated that there will be a Virtual Public Meeting where the Department of Design & Construction Management will be hosting a webex for the new Police Headquarters on Tuesday, December 8, 2020. Virtual Photo Contests Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, stated that the Department of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts will be hosting three virtual photo contests. New Hires Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, introduced the new Fire Chief, Dan Booker. Dan Booker, Fire Chief, stated he is looking forward to being with the City. Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, welcomed back a former employee Alison Saffold who will now be the new Civic Affairs Administrator. Alison Saffold, Civic Affairs Administrator, stated she is looking forward to working with everyone again. Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, stated that the Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts and the Director of Financial Services positions have been filled and will start in December. Happy Holidays Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, wished everyone Happy Holidays. Spice Parklet Mayor Levy stated that the Commission needs to grant administrative approval rights to the City Manager for the Spice Resto Lounge Parklet at 1934 Hollywood Blvd. City of Hollywood Page 14 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes December 2, 2020 ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Biederman, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Sherwood, to grant administrative approval rights to the City Manager for the Spice Resto Lounge, 1934 Hollywood Blvd, parklet. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) The Commission recessed at 4:19 PM and reconvened at 5:16 PM with all members of the Commission present. 29. CITIZENS’ COMMENTS The following individuals expressed personal opinions/concerns: 1. Tom Lander, 3186 Roosevelt Street 2. Ann Ralston, 326 S 14th Avenue The City Clerk read comments submitted from the following individuals: 3. Joyce Abraham, 3460 N 47th Avenue 4. Eleanor Sobel, 3700 N 54th Avenue 5. Sandra Snow, 2806 N 46th Avenue, #D542 6. Ronda Martin, 2802 N 46th Avenue, #B417 7. Claire Garrett, 3148 Calle Largo Drive 8. Dan Searfini, 606 N Ocean Drive 28. R-2020-325 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Considering The Request For A Certificate Of Appropriateness For Demolition Of A Commercial Building Generally Located On The Northwest Corner Of Hollywood Boulevard And 20th Avenue, Located Within The Historic Hollywood Business District, Known As The Suntrust Building. The City Attorney explained waiving the quasi-judicial procedures and Mayor Levy questioned if there were any objections to waiving them . Being that there was an objection, the quasi-judicial procedures were not waived. Douglas Gonzales, City Attorney, reviewed the criteria to consider and weighing the evidence and testimony. The Commission declared their ex-parte communications. Douglas Gonzales, City Attorney, explained the order of process. City of Hollywood Page 15 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes December 2, 2020 The City Clerk swore in those persons wishing to speak. Richard Doody, Staff Attorney, entered into evidence as "Staff Composite Exhibit A" the staff report and powerpoint presentation. He announced the primary witnesses for the City, Leslie Del Monte, Alex Guerrero and Heidi Seigal and offered them as expert witnesses. Alex Guerrero, Principal Planner, provided a presentation on the request for a certificate of appropriateness for demolition. Leslie Del Monte, Planning Manager, reviewed the Historic Preservation Board recommendation of denial. Richard Doody, Staff Attorney, corrected the record on page 7 of 17 of the staff report under criteria 6, second line the word "not" should be removed. Heidi Seigal, City Witness, provided testimony on if the building is a contributing building to the historic district, she stated in her opinion it is not contributory. Debbie Orshefsky, Applicant's Attorney, cross examined Leslie Del Monte. The City Commission asked questions of the City's witnesses. Karen Albertson, President of the Hollywood Historical Society, Party Intervener, provided a presentation on their request to have the City Commission deny the request for demolition. Bonnie Dearborn, Historical Preservation Consultant, provided a power point presentation on their case. Debbie Orshefsky, Applicant's Attorney, cross examined Bonnie Dearborn. The City Commission asked questions of the party intervener. Debbie Orshefsky, Applicant's Attorney, introduced members of her team, the developers, the property owners, Dr. Michelle Kearns and Jason Newton and Modis Architects, Thomas Engineering, all of their resumes have been submitted and asked that they be qualified as expert witnesses. She objected to the Hollywood Historical Society being an intervener as she believes they do not have standing. Debbie Orshefsky, Applicant's Attorney, provided a presentation on their City of Hollywood Page 16 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes December 2, 2020 request for a certificate of appropriateness for demolition. Jason Newton provided testimony on the request. Dr. Michelle Kearns provided testimony on the request. Commissioner Shuham left the meeting at 7:05 PM and returned at 7:07 PM. The City Commission asked questions of the applicant's attorney and their witnesses. Jeffrey "Chuck" Ardizon, The Estate Companies, Principal, Developer, responded to questions asked of him by the Commission. Robert Perise, The Estate Companies, responded to questions asked of him by the Commission. Commissioner Biederman left the meeting at 7:41 PM and returned at 7:46 PM. Ivo Fernandez, Architect, responded to questions asked of him by the Commission. Vice Mayor Sherwood left the meeting at 7:52 PM. Mayor Levy left the meeting at 7:52 PM and returned at 7:54 PM. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. The following individuals expressed personal opinions/concerns: 1. Terry Cantrell, 745 Harrison Street 2. Tom Lander, 3186 Roosevelt Street Vice Mayor Sherwood returned to the meeting at 8:00 PM. 3. Jimmy Sazda, 2025 Tyler Steet 4. Jorge Camejo, CRA Executive Director The City Clerk read the comments submitted from the following individuals: 5. Christopher Becker, 6729 Taft Street, #2 Mayor Levy left the meeting at 8:08 PM. City of Hollywood Page 17 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes December 2, 2020 6. Claire Garrett, 3148 Calle Largo Drive 7. Christine Corbo, 1840 Jackson Street Commissioner Biederman left the meeting at 8:10 PM. 8. Mark Jacobs, 2001 Hollywood Blvd, #200 Mayor Levy returned to the meeting at 8:13 PM. Commissioner Gruber left the meeting at 8:14 PM. 9. Richard Blattner, 3501 Keyser Street, #48 10. Lynn Smith, 1939 Adams Street 11. Joseph Schwartz, 2435 Hollywood Blvd 12. Clive Taylor, 1516 Grant Street Commissioner Biederman returned to the meeting at 8:18 PM. Commissioner Gruber returned to the meeting at 8:19 PM. 13. Michael Well, 3541 N 31st Terrace 14. Tal Mazor, 1322 Jefferson Street 15. Ronnie Ackerman, 1058 Adams Street 16. Achim Nowak, 2021 Jefferson Street Commissioner Shuham left the meeting at 8:28 PM and returned at 8:29 PM. The City Commission asked questions of the public speakers. The applicant, party intervener and City provided closing comments. The Commission asked questions of City staff, the applicant and the party intervener. The City Attorney advised the City Commission on the applicable law. The City Commission began open deliberations. Discussions ensued among staff, developer and members of the Commission. Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, and Dean Decker, Chief Building Official, responded to concerns raised by the Commission. City of Hollywood Page 18 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes December 2, 2020 ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Biederman, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Sherwood, to adopt the Resolution to approve the certificate with the conditions outlined including working with the Hollywood Historical Society, 20th Avenue facade and markers. On a voice vote the motion passed 6-1. Commissioner Shuham was opposed. 39. The meeting adjourned at 10:21 PM. ______________________________ Patricia A. Cerny, MMC City Clerk Hollywood, Florida Approved on: _________________________ . City of Hollywood Page 19