Regular City Commission Meeting

City of Hollywood Hollywood City Hall 2600 Hollywood Blvd Hollywood, FL 33020 http://www.hollywoodfl.org Meeting Minutes Wednesday, October 6, 2021 1:00 PM Commission Chambers Room 219 Regular City Commission Meeting CITY COMMISSION Josh Levy, Mayor Linda Sherwood, Vice Mayor - District 6 Caryl Shuham, Commissioner - District 1 Linda Hill Anderson, Commissioner - District 2 Traci Callari, Commissioner - District 3 Adam Gruber, Commissioner - District 4 Kevin Biederman, Commissioner - District 5 Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager Douglas R. Gonzales, City Attorney Patricia A. Cerny, City Clerk Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes October 6, 2021 . The Regular City Commission Meeting of the City of Hollywood, Florida, was called to order by Mayor Levy on Wednesday, October 6, 2021 at 1:11 PM in the City Commission Room, Room 219, 2600 Hollywood Blvd., 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, Commissioner Kevin D. Biederman, Vice Mayor 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) 6. R-2021-248 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving The Regular City Commission Meeting Minutes Of May 5, 2021. 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-2021-249 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving The Regular City Commission Meeting Minutes Of May 19, 2021. 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-2021-250 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, City of Hollywood Page 1 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes October 6, 2021 Approving The Special City Commission Meeting Minutes Of May 26, 2021. 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-2021-251 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute Amendment No. 11 To The Landscape Inclusive Memorandum Agreement With The Florida Department Of Transportation To Include The Block 40, LLC. Landscape Improvements; Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute A Maintenance Agreement With Block 40, LLC. To Maintain The Landscape Improvements Within State Road 5/South Young Circle/Federal Highway US 1 Rights-Of-Way Associated With The Block 40 Mixed Use Development. 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-2021-252 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Issue A Blanket Purchase Agreement With Acordis International Corporation For A Five-Year Copier Equipment Lease From October 1, 2021 to September 30, 2026 For An Annual Amount Of $128,108.76. 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-2021-253 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute A Regional Interlocal Agreement For Cooperative Fire, Rescue, Emergency Medical Services, And Special Operations Response Through Automatic Aid And Closest Unit Response With Broward County Sheriff’s Office And Broward County, Florida. 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-2021-254 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Accept The 2021/2022 Children’s Services Council Of Broward County Maximizing Out Of City of Hollywood Page 2 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes October 6, 2021 School Time Year-Round Grant To Conduct Four Youth Summer Camps And Two After School Programs In The Amount Of $554,571.00; 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 Agreements. 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-2021-256 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute A Lease Agreement With The School Board Of Broward County, Florida, For The McNicol Community Administrative Center For A Five-Year Term, With The First Year’s Annual Payment In The Amount Of $100,359.00 Plus A Flat Rate For Utilities In The Amount Of $13,455.54, With Annual Increases Of Three Percent Starting In Year Two. 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-2021-257 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute Change Order No. 1 With Man Con, Incorporated Related To The Parkside Water Main Replacement Project To Increase The Contract Cost From $9,740,234.00 To $10,424,457.40 (An Increase Of $684,223.40) Due To Field Changes For The Design And Unforeseen Site Conditions. 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-2021-258 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute An Authorization To Proceed For Work Order Number ARC 22-01 With Arcadis US, Inc. To Provide Professional Engineering Services For The Spiractors Structural Repairs, In An Amount Not To Exceed $69,326.00. 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) City of Hollywood Page 3 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes October 6, 2021 17. R-2021-259 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute An Interlocal Agreement With Broward County To Provide Cost Share Support Of A Water Conservation Incentives Program In A Total Amount Not To Exceed $107,530.87 Over A Five Year Period. 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. P-2021-55 A Proclamation In Recognition Of Hispanic Heritage Month, October 2021. Mayor Levy read the proclamation in recognition of Hispanic Heritage Month, October 2021. Felipe Pinzon, Executive Director for Hispanic Unity, accepted the proclamation and thanked the Commission for the recognition. 18. P-2021-54 A Proclamation In Recognition Of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, October 2021. Commissioner Callari read the proclamation in recognition of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, October 2021. Jennifer Solinger, Human Resources, reviewed the activities planned for the month. Wendy Robbins, Making Strides Against Breast Cancer, accepted the proclamation and thanked the Commission for the recognition. 20. P-2021-56 A Proclamation In Recognition Of Cybersecurity Awareness Month, October 2021. Commissioner Biederman read the proclamation in recognition of Cybersecurity Awareness Month, October 2021. Raheem Seecharan, Director of Information Technology, accepted the proclamation and thanked the Commission for the recognition. Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, provided additional information on cybersecurity. 20A. P-2021-57 A Proclamation In Recognition Of Hindu Heritage Awareness Month, October 2021. Commissioner Gruber read the proclamation in recognition of Hindu City of Hollywood Page 4 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes October 6, 2021 Heritage Awareness Month, October 2021. Fareida Rajkumar and Dr. Keepak Maharaj, The Krishna Temple in Hollywood, accepted the proclamation and thanked the Commission for the recognition. 23. R-2021-261 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Ratifying And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The 2021 - 2022 Collective Bargaining Agreement With The Hollywood Professional Firefighters, Local 1375. George Keller, Deputy City Manager, explained the intent of the resolution. Commissioner Anderson left the meeting at 1:44 PM and returned at 1:46 PM. Dan Booker, Fire Chief, provided additional information. Alex Jonker, Vice President of Local 1375 Hollywood Professional Firefighters, provided additional information. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Biederman, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 5. R-2021-247 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending The Fiscal Year 2022 Operating Budgets Of Various Funds As Adopted And Approved By Resolution R-2021-244; Amending The Fiscal Year 2022 Capital Improvement Plan As Adopted And Approved By Resolution R-2021-245. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. Adam Reichbach, Assistant City Manager for Finance and Administration, explained the intent of the resolution. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. Laurette Jean, Director of Budget & Performance Management, responded to concerns raised by the Commission. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Shuham, which was seconded by Commissioner Callari, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) City of Hollywood Page 5 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes October 6, 2021 13. R-2021-255 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute A First Amendment To The Interlocal And Lease Agreement With The School Board Of Broward County, Florida, For The McNicol Community Center And Administrative Center. Helen Chervin, 2470 Adams Street, expressed personal opinions/concerns. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Anderson, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 21. PO-2021-17 An Ordinance Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending Chapter 154 Of The Code Of Ordinances Entitled “Flood Damage Prevention” To Revise The Regulations To Be In Conformance With FEMA’s Requirements Related To Accessory Structures And Manufactured Homes; Providing For A Repealer Provision And A Severability Clause. The Mayor announced the ordinance was advertised in conformance with Florida Statutes and City Codes. The public hearing was opened; there being no one present who wished to speak, the public hearing was declared closed. The City Clerk read the ordinance title on second and final reading. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Anderson, 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 Commissioner Biederman Vice Mayor Sherwood Mayor Levy Enactment No: O-2021-17 22. R-2021-260 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Appointing Six Members To The Sustainability Advisory Committee. The following individuals expressed personal opinions/concerns: 1. Vyacheslav Cherkasov, 1250 Grant Street 2. Steven Wechsler, 3514 W Park Road 3. Joanna Berens, 3514 N Hills Drive City of Hollywood Page 6 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes October 6, 2021 Elaine Franklin, Environmental Sustainability Coordinator, provided additional information. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Gruber, which was seconded by Commissioner Shuham, to adopt the Resolution appointing Rebecca Adler, Joanna Berns, Vyacheslav Cherkasov and Stephen Wechsler in the Citywide member category. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 24. R-2021-262 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Issue Blanket Purchase Agreements To The Two Highest Ranked Firms, Gray Robinson, P.A. And Floridian Partners, LLC, To Provide State And Local Lobbying Services For A Combined Annual Amount Not To Exceed $100,000.00 Over A Three Year Period. Adam Reichbach, Assistant City Manager for Finance and Administration, explained the intent of the resolution. The following individuals expressed personal opinions/concerns: 1. Joseph Salzverg, GrayRobinson 2. Russ Klenet, Park & K, and Floridian Partners 3. Jason Unger, GrayRobinson 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. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 25. R-2021-263 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Expressing Its Support For The Broward County Audit Of The Animal Care And Adoption Division, Report No. 21-05, Dated December 16, 2020; Providing For City Support Of The Implementation Of Guidelines And Best Practices By The Animal Care And Adoption Division With The Goal Of Providing Better Care For The Dogs And Cats Maintained At The Shelter. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Gruber, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) City of Hollywood Page 7 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes October 6, 2021 26. Vice Mayor Sherwood, District 6 Vice Mayor Sherwood had no further comments. 27. Commissioner Shuham, District 1 Vice Mayor Sherwood Commissioner Shuham stated she was grateful that Vice Mayor Sherwood could attend today’s meeting despite her horrible week. Thank You Commissioner Shuham thanked the Hollywood Police Department and Hollywood Lakes Civic Association for a terrific National Night Out event last night. It was great to see everyone in person. Halloween on Harrison Event Commissioner Shuham stated that there will no longer be a “Halloween on Harrison” event, so please do not send your children out to this event. Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Advisory Board Commissioner Shuham stated the City Commission has received a couple of letters from the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Advisory Board requesting a database for City Parks and she believes this to be a really great idea. Ricky Engle, Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts, replied his department has an inventory list that they are working on and they will provide this to the board members. Marina Master Plan Commissioner Shuham stated the City is looking for residents input on the Marina Master Plan. Interested parties can go to Planhollywoodmarina.org and provide their input. Turtle Lighting Commissioner Shuham stated there is an opportunity to create an incentive for businesses, condominiums, and homeowners along the broadwalk to obtain a certificate in turtle lighting compliance. The CRA is helping with the compliance, but they might need additional help from the City’s Sustainability Coordinator. Green Business Certification Commissioner Shuham stated the City of Hallandale Beach is working on a green business certification and she would like to do something similar here. City of Hollywood Page 8 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes October 6, 2021 Thank You Commissioner Shuham thanked staff for all they do. 28. Commissioner Anderson, District 2 Thank You Commissioner Anderson thanked Adam Reichbach, Assistant City Manager for Finance and Administration; and Laurette Jean, Director of Budget & Performance Management, for their work on the budget and helping her with the budget as well. They did a fantastic job! School Principals Commissioner Anderson thanked Vice Mayor Sherwood for coming along with her to meet the Principals of McNicol Middle School and Attucks Middle School. Condolences Commissioner Anderson thanked her colleagues for their condolences on the passing of her son in law due to Covid, so please get vaccinated. 29. Commissioner Callari, District 3 Vaccination Commissioner Callari encouraged everyone to get vaccinated. Congratulations Commissioner Callari congratulated Assistant Police Chief Manuel Marino who will be leaving the City and moving to the City of Port Orange as their new Chief of Police. Commissioner Callari congratulated her husband on his retirement from the Hollywood Police Department and his 30 years of service. Thank You Commissioner Callari thanked the City Attorney and John Chidsey, Code Compliance Manager, for their diligence on 24th and Liberty Street. 1301 S Ocean Drive Project Commissioner Callari stated the City Commission needs to know all the facts, from both sides, so that they can make an educated decision regarding 1301 S. Ocean Drive project. Planning And Development Board Meeting Commissioner Callari stated she attended the Planning and Development Board meeting and a project was discussed. City of Hollywood Page 9 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes October 6, 2021 Commissioner Callari stated her understanding of the RAC is to have development on the main corridors, which is helping move the City forward. However, having an open lot is not productive and adding an additional traffic issue. Commissioner Callari stated she is asking for Commission support to have this item come back and be reviewed again. Mayor Levy responded that he also attended the meeting where the project was discussed. Mayor Levy stated that the Board was informed that a traffic study was conducted for this particular project and the layout of the site plan is in conformance with the zoning that exists. Therefore, there is no legal standing for denial of this project. Extensive discussion ensued among member of the Commission regarding the status of the project. Leslie Del Monte, Planning Manager, responded to concerns raised by the Commission. Azita Behmardi, City Engineer, provided additional information on the project. Leslie Del Monte, Planning Manager, responded that the crosswalk is required. However, what came into question at the Planning and Development Board meeting was what type of crosswalk. With regards to the low scale buildings, it is not typical to have structured parking associated with low scale buildings. Therefore, there are at grade parking lots associated with these buildings. Commissioner Callari stated 28th Avenue continues to be neglected and therefore it is upon the developer to initiate better construction. Commissioner Biederman stated there is a fear of change amongst the residents. Therefore, we need to rely on the people that we have chosen to do the right thing because they know better than we do. If the builder is doing what is required by the board, then the City does not need to slow down the process. Douglas Gonzales, City Attorney, read Section 5.6 of the Zoning and Land Development Code for the Commission to consider. Azita Behmardi, City Engineer, stated that there were traffic studies required and presented and based on that information, it was concluded that the traffic is not going to increase to the point of requiring a turn lane at that intersection. City of Hollywood Page 10 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes October 6, 2021 Douglas Gonzales, City Attorney, stated with the Commission Call for Review (CRR), it would be a denovo hearing and certain things can be requested by staff. However, we need to be very careful with how far we go with this today, as a CRR has not been determined to be approved as of yet and this will result in a quasi hearing. Extensive discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission regarding the project. Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, stated that the City needs to be careful in their discussion. He hopes that Leslie Del Monte, Planning Manager, has provided answers to many of the Commission questions. Cascading does not always work. Commissioner Callari reiterated that she just wants to make sure that the traffic concerns are noted and taken in consideration because it is very important and a continual concern. 30. Commissioner Gruber, District 4 46th Avenue Wall Commissioner Gruber stated that on 46th Avenue, across the street from Winn Dixie Supermarket, the wall and shrubs are falling down. Jose Cortes, Director of Design and Construction Management, stated the project design is 90% complete and ready to put out for bid. Commissioner Callari left the meeting at 3:10 PM and returned at 3:13 PM. Emerald Hills Lights Commissioner Gruber stated in Emerald Hills there are still lights that are 50 years old. It is so important to have street lights and he wants them changed to LED's. Mayor Levy stated that there were segments of the neighborhood in Districts 3 and 4 that were left out of the FPL citywide retrofit because they have City owned poles. It was the City’s intention in 2018 with the implementation of the LED Program with FPL, that the following year, those districts would get done. However, the City did make an effort to price it out with FPL, but FPL wanted too much money. Overgrown Trees Commissioner Gruber stated in Driftwood on 66th Avenue, the trees City of Hollywood Page 11 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes October 6, 2021 have grown over the street lights and now the street lights do not shine through and questioned who is responsible for cutting the trees. Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, stated that the City is mostly responsible. The City has a tree crew to handle tree issues and bill all responsible parties, if warranted. Broadwalk Safety Commissioner Gruber stated there are safety issues on the Broadwalk . He asked for Commission support to have an ordinance banning anyone from doing tricks on bicycles. Commissioner Gruber stated he also wants to allow longboards on the broadwalk. Mayor Levy stated this issue has been discussed before as far as what mobility devices can be used on the broadwalk. Commissioner Shuham stated based on conversations with the City’s life safety professionals, the big difference is that your roller skates do not fall off and your bicycle does not go flying. Commissioner Callari stated that skateboards and longboards are not attached to the user so if someone falls off, the skateboard or longboard goes flying and has the potential of causing an accident, which creates a problem. Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, stated that the Police Department is looking into this matter and requested that the Commission hold off on further discussion until the Police Department can bring the Commission some findings. 31. Commissioner Biederman, District 5 Broadwalk Safety Commissioner Biederman stated there is a distinction between reckless driving and non-reckless driving on the Broadwalk. He stated he wants to address three wheelers and banana bikes on the broadwalk. Swale Pilot Project Commissioner Biederman stated that the Swale pilot project on 77th Avenue is a success, as this past summer was much better. Apollo Middle School Commissioner Biederman stated that Apollo Middle School has several tennis courts that are not utilized and suggested the City to work with the School Board so the City can manage, renovate and use them, as it City of Hollywood Page 12 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes October 6, 2021 would be an amenity to our residents. Commissioner Biederman stated he spoke to the Boys and Girls Club about the property and this could be an opportunity for them to get involved, along with the Department of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts. Mayor Levy, Commissioner Gruber, Vice Mayor Sherwood, and Commissioner Callari supported the request. Teen Center at the Armory Commissioner Biederman stated the City is in the process of renovating the Armory, and he would like to create a Teen Center at the facility . Commissioner Biederman mentioned the Boys and Girls Club can expand and use the Police Substation to create a Teen Center there as well. Mayor Levy, Commissioner Callari, and Vice Mayor Sherwood supported the request. Taft Street and 21st Avenue Commissioner Biederman stated the property located on Taft Street and 21st Avenue, on the North West corner is like a junk yard, and needs to be cleaned up. Douglas Gonzales, City Attorney, responded he would update Commissioner Biederman on this property. 32. Mayor Levy Changes and Development Mayor Levy stated the Commission seems to be going through some growing pains, and it is incumbent on himself, City staff and our planners to help each other on the growth changes. Mayor Levy stated he wants to do a better job of giving people a better perspective on the plan, development and vision for the City. National Night Out Mayor Levy thanked the Washington Park community for their successful National Night Out. Friends of the Stirling Road Library Mayor Levy stated he attended the Friends of the Stirling Road Library meeting, and he looks forward to their new initiatives. Passing Mayor Levy stated Drew Stabler, a long-time former employee of the City of Hollywood Page 13 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes October 6, 2021 City, has passed away. Our prayers go out to the Stabler family. 33. City Attorney Updates Douglas Gonzales, City Attorney, gave an update on some of the items the City Commission had asked the City Attorney’s office to handle. Protano Family, 21st Avenue Douglas Gonzales, City Attorney, stated the office has filed foreclosure on the Protano Family. The Protano Family owns the lot on Taft Street and 21st Avenue. The focus is on the lot off of 21st Avenue and Johnson Street. The answer is expected in the very near future. 2122 Monroe Street Douglas Gonzales, City Attorney, stated he has applied to seek appropriate relief for the property located at 2122 Monroe Street owned by Ms. Plassman. Ms. Plassman had briefly tried to make some effort on the property, however the efforts ceased. Therefore, the City has filed action against her for injunctive relief seeking order from the court that she be mandated to clean up that property. 2403 Liberty Street Douglas Gonzales, City Attorney, stated that 2403 Liberty Street, for as long as he has been with the City has always been in very bad shape . Each and every time that the City tried to do something with regards to this property, the property owner would seek bankruptcy. At the last hearing, the City took an aggressive approach and appeared at the hearing and the bankruptcy was dismissed. As a result of this bankruptcy being dismissed and the owner being reported to the fraud division, all of this owners properties are being pursued by the City and the perspective banks to start foreclosure proceedings. The City also went in front of the Unsafe Structures Board and obtained an order to have the property bulldozed, and yesterday it was bulldozed. Commissioner Shuham questioned if the City is not allowed to foreclose on a property. Douglas Gonzales, City Attorney, responded when a property is declared the homestead of the owner, the City is not allowed to go after code liens on the property. If the property is not homesteaded, then the City can pursue legal action against the homeowner. In this instance, the property was not homestead as the owner was renting it out to various people. Bread Building City of Hollywood Page 14 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes October 6, 2021 Douglas Gonzales, City Attorney, stated yesterday the demolition of the Bread building, in downtown, took place. 34. City Manager King Tides Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, reminded everyone that King Tides are expected from now through October 11th and again from October 20th through October 21st. Cardboard Boat Race Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, reminded everyone that the popular Cardboard Boat race is back in North Lake on Saturday, October 9th at the Hollywood Marina. Grant Improvements Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, stated Stan Goldman Park and Poincianna Park will have meetings to discuss grant applications for park improvements. New Staff Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, introduced Jonathan Antista, new Assistant Director of Budget. Resignation Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, stated Melissa Cruz, Director of Financial Services, has resigned. However, during her short tenor here, she accomplished much with the City. Retirements Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, stated Manny Marino, Assistant Police Chief, Police Department, and James Callari, Detective, are retiring and he thanked them for their service to the City. Director of Financial Services Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, stated David Keller will fill in temporarily as Director of Financial Services. Update Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, stated at the last meeting, staff provided an update on the GOB. The Commission asked for an update on Orangebrook and the P3. Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, introduced Gus Zambrano, Assistant City Manager for Sustainable Development, to provide the update. City of Hollywood Page 15 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes October 6, 2021 Commissioner Shuham left the meeting at 3:52 PM and returned at 3:54 PM. Gus Zambrano, Assistant City Manager for Sustainable Development, provided a presentation on the GOB, Orangebrook and the P3, Police headquarters. Spenser Teufel, Kimley-Horn and Associates, provided additional information. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission regarding the various projects. 35. The meeting adjourned at 4:10 PM. ______________________________ Patricia A. Cerny, MMC City Clerk Hollywood, Florida Approved on: _________________________ City of Hollywood Page 16