Regular City Commission Meeting

City of Hollywood Hollywood City Hall 2600 Hollywood Blvd Hollywood, FL 33020 http://www.hollywoodfl.org Meeting Minutes Wednesday, February 16, 2022 1:00 PM Commission Chambers Room 219 Regular City Commission Meeting CITY COMMISSION Josh Levy, Mayor Caryl Shuham, Vice Mayor - District 1 Linda Hill Anderson, Commissioner - District 2 Traci Callari, Commissioner - District 3 Adam Gruber, Commissioner - District 4 Kevin Biederman, Commissioner - District 5 Linda Sherwood, Commissioner - District 6 Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager Douglas R. Gonzales, City Attorney Patricia A. Cerny, City Clerk Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes February 16, 2022 . The Regular City Commission Meeting of the City of Hollywood, Florida, was called to order by Mayor Levy on Wednesday, February 16, 2022 at 1:08 PM in the City Commission Room, Room 219, 2600 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, Florida. 1. Moment of Silence Mayor Levy announced the passing of longtime resident Elsie Johns. 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Recognition of Veterans, Active Service Personnel & Their Families 4. Roll Call Present: Vice Mayor Caryl Shuham, Commissioner Linda Anderson, Commissioner Traci Callari, Commissioner Adam Gruber, Commissioner 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 Anderson, to adopt the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 5. R-2022-038 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Bind The Renewal Of Flood Insurance Policy With Hartford Fire Insurance Company For 1617 N. Surf Road, Garfield Community Center For A Not-To-Exceed Amount Of $9,971.00. ACTION: This Resolution was moved and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 6. R-2022-039 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, To Adopt The City’s Updated Transition Plan To Remove Architectural Barriers In City Facilities As Required Under The Americans With Disabilities Act Of 1990. ACTION: This Resolution was moved and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) City of Hollywood Page 1 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes February 16, 2022 6A. R-2022-048 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Supporting The Broward County Commuter Rail Project. ACTION: This Resolution was moved and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 7. R-2022-040 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 22-03 With Arcadis U.S., Inc. To Provide Professional Engineering Services Related To The Design Of The Water Treatment Plant Injection Well No. 1 Mechanical Integrity Test And Development Of A Water System Hurricane And Catastrophic Electrical Failure Response Plan, In The Lump Sum Amount Of $180,796.00. ACTION: This Resolution was moved and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 8. R-2022-041 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 No. B&V 22-02 With Black & Veatch Corporation For Asset Management Consulting Services In An Amount Not To Exceed $324,973.00. ACTION: This Resolution was moved and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 9. R-2022-042 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute An Agreement With Aclara Technologies, LLC. To Upgrade To AclaraOne, Cloud-Based Meter Data Management System Software, And Provide Cloud-Based Software And Professional Services In An Estimated Amount Of $400,000.00 For Five Years, Which Includes A One Time Software Set-Up Fee In An Amount Of $54,000.00, Pursuant To Section 38.41(C)(2) Of The Procurement Code (Sole Source). ACTION: This Resolution was moved and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 10. R-2022-043 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 Florida Sidewalk Solutions, LLC. For The Repair Of Sidewalk Trip Hazards In The Amount Of $199,586.01 Based Upon The Town Of Miami Lakes Contract ITB 2018-40 In Accordance With Section 38.41(C)(5) Of The City’s Procurement Code City of Hollywood Page 2 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes February 16, 2022 (Piggyback). ACTION: This Resolution was moved and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 11. R-2022-044 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Issue Blanket Purchase Agreements To The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company, D/B/A Goodyear Auto Service, J&S Tire And Auto Center, Inc., D/B/A Fleet Tire Truck And Auto, And Earl W. Covard, D/B/A Boulevard Tire Center, Authorized Dealers, For The Purchase of Tires, Tubes And Services Based On The Florida State Contract For Tires Bid Award #25172500-19-ACS For An Estimated Annual Expenditure Of $310,000.00 In Accordance With Section 38.41(C)(5) of the City’s Procurement Code (Piggyback). ACTION: This Resolution was moved and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 12. P-2022-05 A Proclamation In Recognition Of Emmanuel George, February 16, 2022. Commissioner Anderson read the proclamation in recognition of Emmanuel George, February 16, 2022. Emmanuel George accepted the proclamation and thanked the Commission for the recognition. 13. PO-2022-02 An Ordinance Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending Chapter 92 Of The Code Of Ordinances Entitled “Animals” By Amending Section 92.08 Entitled “Animal Care; Manner Of Keeping”. 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. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. John Chidsey, Code Enforcement Manager, explained the ordinance and responded to concerns raised regarding professional dog training standards. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. The City Clerk read the ordinance title on second and final reading. City of Hollywood Page 3 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes February 16, 2022 ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Anderson, to adopt on second and final reading the Ordinance and to add under Section (G) with the exception of dogs under professional dog training guidelines. The motion on roll call vote carried: Aye: Vice Mayor Shuham Commissioner Anderson Commissioner Callari Commissioner Gruber Commissioner Biederman Commissioner Sherwood Mayor Levy Enactment No: O-2022-02 14. R-2022-045 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Naming The Skatepark Located At Stanley Goldman Memorial Park, 800 Knights Road, As “Justice Skatepark.” Patricia Cerny, City Clerk, explained the intent of the resolution. Chloe Chin, Sister of Justice Chin, expressed personal opinions/concerns. 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) 16. PO-2022-04 An Ordinance Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending Chapter 99 Of The Code Of Ordinances; Prohibiting Tents; Amending Distance Requirements For Canopies; Prohibiting Bicycles Greater Than 48 Inches Wide; Prohibiting Low-Profile Recumbent Cycles with a Wheel Diameter of Less than 24 Inches; Establishing Beach Closing Hours. George Keller, Deputy City Manager, provided a brief introduction on the historical aspects of beach regulations. Jeffrey Devlin, Assistant Police Chief, provided a presentation on the proposed ordinance. The following individuals expressed personal opinions/concerns: 1. Barry Blofstein, 930 Corkwood Street 2. Elena Hershey, Hollywood Beach Business Association 3. Debra Case, Hollywood Beach Business Association 4. Todd Greenfield, 4226 N Ocean Drive 5. Helen Esterling, 2424 Grant Street City of Hollywood Page 4 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes February 16, 2022 6. Bettina August, 2719 Bruce Terrace 7. Luis Stabinski, 1401 S Surf Road 8. Diana Pittarelli, 201 Van Buren Street 9. Danilo Cedeno Senior, Hollywood Beach Trikke 10. Danilo Credeno Junior, 1911 Roosevelt Street 11. Michael Schueler, 4201 N Ocean Drive 12. Joel Schaumberg, 6051 N Ocean Drive 13. Leonard Ivler, Sun N Fun Cycles 14. Harvey Ostrow, 2001 N 31st Road Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Anderson, to adopt Section A to allow canopies with no sides; no tents; with the exception of baby tents with side of 36' x 36'; canopies spaced 20 feet apart. On a voice vote the motion passed 4-3. Vice Mayor Shuham, Commissioner Biederman and Commissioner Sherwood were opposed. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. Douglas Gonzales, City Attorney, provided additional information. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Anderson, to keep current language in Section B (5) regarding roller skating and rollerblading. All the members of the Commission agreed on the language, there was no vote. ACTION: A motion was made by Vice Mayor Shuham to adopt as amended the Section to allow rollerblading in the bike lane and delineate the bike lane in a north and south directional with a speed limit. The amendment to the motion died due to lack of a second. Extensive discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. Commissioner Callari and Vice Mayor Shuham left the meeting at 3:39 PM and returned at 3:42 PM. Commissioner Anderson left the meeting at 3:43 PM and returned at 3:49 PM. City of Hollywood Page 5 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes February 16, 2022 Mayor Levy passed the gavel to Vice Mayor Shuham and left the meeting at 3:44 PM, he returned at 3:45 PM. Extensive discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. ACTION: Motion was made by Vice Mayor Shuham, which was seconded by Commissioner Biederman, to adopt in Section B (6) language except for banana bikes (low riders) and ban bikes wider than 48 inches as phase one; in phase two in 15 months ban bikes more than 30 inches. The motion on roll call vote failed: Aye: Vice Mayor Shuham Commissioner Anderson Commissioner Biederman Nay: Commissioner Callari Commissioner Gruber Commissioner Sherwood Mayor Levy Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Anderson, to ban banana bikes and ban bikes wider than 48 inches. The motion on roll call vote carried: Aye: Vice Mayor Shuham Commissioner Anderson Commissioner Callari Commissioner Gruber Commissioner Biederman Commissioner Sherwood Mayor Levy Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Anderson, to remove Section 99.07 Closing hours. On a voice vote the motion failed 1-6. Vice Mayor Shuham, Commissioner Anderson, Commissioner Callari, Commissioner Biederman, Commissioner Sherwood and Mayor Levy were opposed. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Biederman, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Shuham, to leave in Section 99.07 Closing hours as written 11 PM to 5 AM. The motion on roll call vote failed: City of Hollywood Page 6 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes February 16, 2022 Aye: Vice Mayor Shuham Commissioner Biederman Nay: Commissioner Anderson Commissioner Callari Commissioner Gruber Commissioner Sherwood Mayor Levy ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Sherwood, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Shuham, to change the hours in Section 99.07 Closing Hours to 12 midnight to 5:00 AM. The motion on roll call vote carried: Aye: Vice Mayor Shuham Commissioner Biederman Commissioner Sherwood Mayor Levy Nay: Commissioner Anderson Commissioner Callari Commissioner Gruber Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. ACTION: Motion was made by Vice Mayor Shuham, which was seconded by Commissioner Callari, to accept the limitations on Section A(7) surf fishing 6 PM to 12 PM and 5AM to 9AM. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) Douglas Gonzales, City Attorney, stated due to the many changes made during first reading of the ordinance, the ordinance would have to come back before the City Commission as another first reading with all the changes. The Commission recessed at 4:49 PM and reconvened at 5:01 PM with all members of the Commission present. Enactment No: O-2022-05 15. P-2022-06 Presentation By Gray Robinson On The 2022 State Of Florida Legislative Session. Adam Reichbach, Assistant City Manager for Finance and Administration, reviewed the significant bills currently in consideration by the Florida Legislature. Joseph Salzverg, City's Lobbyist, provided a presentation on the impact of significant bills currently in consideration by the Florida Legislature. City of Hollywood Page 7 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes February 16, 2022 Discussion ensued among staff, Mr. Salzverg and members of the Commission. 17. R-2022-046 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Issue Purchase Orders To Alan Jay Automotive Inc. And Duval Fleet For The Purchase Of 37 Vehicles In The Total Amount Of $1,077,214.00 Based On Section 38.41(C)(9) Of the Procurement Code (Best Interest). ACTION: Motion was made by Vice Mayor Shuham, which was seconded by Commissioner Biederman, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 18. R-2022-047 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing An Amendment To Blanket Purchase Agreement No. PA600362 With C.A.P. Government, Inc. To Increase The Contract Amount From $600,000.00 To $1,050,000.00; Amending The Fiscal Year 2022 Operating Budget As Adopted And Approved By Resolution No. R-2021-244. 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) 19. CITIZENS’ COMMENTS (Total Time 30 Minutes) The following individuals expressed personal opinions/concerns: 1. Bettina August, 2719 Bruce Terrace 2. Andre Brown, 2316 Mayo Street 3. Shirley Ginter, 1261 S Ocean Drive 4. Michael Williamson, 1124 N 13th Terrace 5. Alissa Schafer, 11700 SW 1st Street 6. Rachel Shonfeld, 5119 Roosevelt Street 7. Michael Nicholas, 2090 N 29th Avenue 8. Tim Collins, 2415 Washington Street 9. Julia Collins, 2415 Washington Street 10. Pamela Burgio, 2131 N 54 Avenue 11. Rita Lipof, 2157 N 14th Avenue 12. Matas Alexandro Sasso, 332 NE 54th Street, Miami 13. Miguel Fornella, 1339 Madison Street 14. Shiobah McLaughlin, 1409 Rodman Street 20. Vice Mayor Shuham, District 1 Sun Shuttle City of Hollywood Page 8 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes February 16, 2022 Vice Mayor Shuham stated she had received some emails regarding the path of the Circuit - Sun Shuttle. Vice Mayor Shuham mentioned that if residents had alternate routes that they wanted to suggest, staff would certainly consider them. Events on the Beach Vice Mayor Shuham stated it was discussed earlier if events on the beach without a City permit were allowed, the answer is no they must have a permit. Vice Mayor Shuham stated she spoke to staff who are cracking down on this illegal activity because there are several businesses having commercial venues and dinners on the beach. 21. Commissioner Anderson, District 2 1930 Garfield Street Commissioner Anderson stated that 1930 Garfield Street has been demolished. She thanked George Keller, Deputy City Manager; City Attorney’s office, Code Compliance and the Building Division for their hard work on this issue. Sidewalk Project Commissioner Anderson stated that the sidewalk project has finally begun in District 2. Thank You Commissioner Anderson thanked Jaime Hernandez, Emergency Management Coordinator, for helping her with an issue. Mayor Levy passed the gavel to Vice Mayor Shuham and left the meeting at 6:24 PM, he returned at 6:25 PM. Property On Dixie Highway Commissioner Anderson stated there is a property between Plunkett Street and Wiley Street on Dixie Highway that is being used as a car lot and operating illegally. She asked the City Manager to please look into this issue. Demolition Commissioner Anderson stated there are two properties, one located at 2126 Plunkett Street and the other located at 2326 Arthur Street which look like they had started demolition but stopped. Street Lights on Ely Boulevard Commissioner Anderson stated there are only three street lights working on Ely Boulevard from Sheridan Street to Stirling Road. Commissioner City of Hollywood Page 9 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes February 16, 2022 Anderson asked the City Manager to please look into getting them fixed. Taft Street and Dixie Highway Area Commissioner Anderson stated the area at Taft Street and Dixie Highway has been slum and blight for years, and she wants it cleaned up. Fletcher Street Wall Commissioner Anderson stated the Department of Design and Construction Management is working on obtaining funding for the Fletcher Street wall. 22. Commissioner Callari, District 3 Youth Ambassador Program Commissioner Callari thanked the Hollywood Police Department and the City Commission for the Youth Ambassador Program. She explained the Youth Ambassadors went to Tallahassee last week for the Florida League of Cities Legislative Days and the students had a great experience. She gave a special thank you to Henry Lumpkins and Luis Rios, School Resource Officers, for all their help with the Youth Ambassadors. Tallahassee Commissioner Callari stated the decisions being made in Tallahassee are partisan, yes it seems that way. However, our local representatives are working hard and doing a great job. Commissioner Anderson left the meeting at 6:27 PM and returned at 6:29 PM. Item #16 -PO-2022-04 Commissioner Callari wants to look into item #16 PO-2022-04 regarding the signage aspect on the beach, that they be turtle friendly and maybe address rules, weather alerts and look into it with the contractor. 26th Avenue Commissioner Callari wants an update of when 26th Avenue will be repaved. Sidewalks Commissioner Callari wants an update on the sidewalks along Sunset golf course and Johnson Street. Justice Skate Park Commissioner Callari stated today was a special day for her regarding City of Hollywood Page 10 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes February 16, 2022 the naming of Justice Skatepark. 23. Commissioner Gruber, District 4 Sidewalk Project Commissioner Gruber stated where North Park Road meets West Park Road, there is a really nice sidewalk project being done. Commissioner Callari stated that she reached out to the City Engineer, and the project is not completed yet. Thank You Commissioner Gruber thanked the Code Compliance staff, specifically Irish Gardner, Code Compliance Officer, for his help in the community. Street Lights in Emerald Hills Commissioner Gruber stated he wants to know the timeline regarding the street lights in Emerald Hills. He explained on Friday night, he walked his son home from TY Park to Hollywood Hills High School and it was so dark. 24. Commissioner Biederman, District 5 Air BnB’s Commissioner Biederman stated he wants to let Terry Cantrell, Hollywood Lakes Association, know that the City Commission appreciates his advocacy on Air BnBs. Commissioner Biederman stated he wishes more associations and residents would create letter writing campaigns. 1930 Garfield Street Commissioner Biederman stated it was great to hear about the demolition of 1930 Garfield Street. He is now waiting for the house on Mosley Street to be demolished. Zones for Sidewalks Commissioner Biederman stated the City Commission approved two sidewalk zones. He asked to be informed of the priority list so the Commission can inform the residents. 25. Commissioner Sherwood, District 6 Zinkil Park Commissioner Sherwood stated someone is charging children for City of Hollywood Page 11 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes February 16, 2022 exercise classes at Zinkil Park, and requested Park Rangers to look into this issue to make sure that these groups have the permission of the City. Non Emergency Number Commissioner Sherwood stated several residents have called the non emergency number and there was no answer, it just rang and rang. Street Lighting Commissioner Sherwood stated she wants to have Beverly Park looked into for additional street lighting. 26. Mayor Levy Events Mayor Levy announced the following upcoming events: Mardi Gras will take place on February 27th at Downtown Hollywood; Marley Cup will take place on March 5th at ArtsPark; and Dumpster Funk Band will take place on March 12th at ArtsPark. Environmental Protection Mayor Levy stated that some good news came out of the Department of Environmental Protection, as Broward County received $18 million to shore up North Beach Park. Sea Level Rise Mayor Levy stated he read in the newspaper it was reported every five years the Federal Report of Atmospheric Modeling changed our local sea level rising projection from 17 inches to 11 inches for the year 2040. Annual Financial Reports Mayor Levy stated he has reviewed the City's expenses, and looked at the annual financial reports and asked Adam Reichbach, Assistant City Manager for Finance & Administration, to talk about how the expenditures have grown over the past five years at the next Commission meeting. 27. City Attorney Douglas Gonzales, City Attorney, had no further comment. 28. City Manager Coffee with a Cop Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, announced on February 23rd, there will City of Hollywood Page 12 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes February 16, 2022 be a Coffee with a Cop event where residents can sit and speak to their police officers. The event will take place at three different coffee shop locations from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM. Black History Month Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, announced the African American Advisory Council in coordination with Barry University, will be hosting a discussion on mental health on February 17, 2022 at 6:00 PM at City Hall. Full Moon Drum Circle Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, announced the Full Moon Drum Circle will be held at ArtsPark tonight from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Commissioner Anderson left the meeting at 6:47 PM. Paving and Milling Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, stated the final paving and milling for South 19th Avenue and 20th Avenue from Washington Street to Hollywood Boulevard will continue until February 26, 2022. 29. The meeting adjourned at 6:49 PM. ______________________________ Patricia A. Cerny, MMC City Clerk Hollywood, Florida Approved on: _________________________ City of Hollywood Page 13