Regular City Commission Meeting

City of Hollywood Hollywood City Hall 2600 Hollywood Blvd Hollywood, FL 33020 http://www.hollywoodfl.org Meeting Minutes Wednesday, April 20, 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 April 20, 2022 . The Regular City Commission Meeting of the City of Hollywood, Florida, was called to order by Mayor Levy on Wednesday, April 20, 2022 at 1:08 PM in the City Commission Room, Room 219, 2600 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, Florida. 1. Moment of Silence Mayor Levy recognized the passing of Daniel Pontet last week, who was an Art Master and involved in many art events. 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: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, to adopt the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 5. R-2022-102 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving The Regular City Commission Meeting Minutes Of December 1, 2021. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, seconded by Commissioner Sherwood and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 6. R-2022-103 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving The Regular City Commission Meeting Minutes Of January 19, 2022. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, seconded by Commissioner Sherwood and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) City of Hollywood Page 1 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes April 20, 2022 7. R-2022-104 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute Local Agency Program Agreements With The Florida Department Of Transportation In Order To Receive Reimbursement Funds For The Beverly Park Sidewalk And ADA Compliance Project, The Hollywood Beach Heights And Hollywood Country Estates Sidewalks, And The ADA Compliance And Sharrow Project. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, seconded by Commissioner Sherwood and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 11. R-2022-108 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Accept The Areawide Council On Aging Of Broward County, Inc. Grant In The Amount Of $228,000.00, At No Cost To The City, To Provide Enhanced Senior Citizen Recreation Programs; Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute All Applicable Grant Documents; Amending The Fiscal Year 2022 Operating Budget (R-2021-244). ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, seconded by Commissioner Sherwood and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 12. R-2022-109 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute A Property Access Agreement With ARSC Inc. For The Purpose Of Installing, Operating And Maintaining The City’s Communication Equipment For Its CCTV Project. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, seconded by Commissioner Sherwood and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 13. R-2022-110 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Issue A Blanket Purchase Agreement To Vetted Security Solutions For The Purchase Of Various Equipment Related To Closed Circuit Television And License Plate Readers In An Amount Not To Exceed $325,000.00 Over A One Year Period In Accordance With Section 38.41(C)(9) Of The Procurement Code (Best Interest). ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, seconded by Commissioner Sherwood and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) City of Hollywood Page 2 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes April 20, 2022 13A. R-2022-120 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Ratifying The City Manager’s Approval Of A Purchase Order With Southeastern Engineering Contractors, Inc. For The Emergency Replacement Of The Force Main Downstream Of Sewer Lift Station E-4 In The Lump Sum Amount Of $283,992.00 Pursuant To Section 38.41(C) (1) Of The Procurement Code (“Emergency Purchases”). ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, seconded by Commissioner Sherwood and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 14. P-2022-14 Presentation By Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz Recognizing The Funding Of Police Body Worn Cameras Through The 2022 Community Project Funding Appropriation Request And Providing An Update On Infrastructure Funding Opportunities Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz presented a check to the City for the funding of the Police body worn cameras and provide an update on infrastructure funding opportunities. Discussion ensued among Congresswoman Wasserman Schultz and members of the Commission. 15. P-2022-15 A Proclamation In Recognition Of Earth Day, April, 22, 2022. Commissioner Callari read the proclamation in recognition of Earth Day, April 22, 2022. Elaine Franklin, Sustainability Coordinator, accepted the proclamation and thanked the Commission for the recognition. 16. P-2022-16 A Proclamation In Recognition Of Arbor Day Observed on Friday, April 29, 2022. Commissioner Gruber read the proclamation in recognition of Arbor Day, April 29, 2022. Kevin Osteen, A Perfect Edge, thanked the Commission for the recognition and explained the donation of the tree. Pete Bieniek, Director of Public Works, accepted the proclamation and thanked the Commission for the recognition. 17. P-2022-17 A Proclamation In Recognition Of The Guardian Ad Litem Program - April 2022. City of Hollywood Page 3 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes April 20, 2022 Vice Mayor Shuham read the proclamation in recognition of the Guardian Ad Litem Program, April 2022. Adena Wilson, Community Engagement & Volunteer Recruiter, accepted the proclamation and thanked the Commission for the recognition. Marty Shuham, volunteer, provided additional information on the program. Various other volunteers spoke of their experience with the program. 18. P-2022-18 A Proclamation In Recognition Of Municipal Clerks’ Week, May 1-7, 2022. Commissioner Anderson read the proclamation in recognition of Municipal Clerk's Week, May 1-7, 2022. Patricia Cerny, City Clerk, accepted the proclamation and thanked the Commission for the recognition. 19. P-2022-19 A Proclamation In Recognition Of Eid al-Fitr Day, May 2, 2022. Mayor Levy read the proclamation in recognition of Edal-Fitr Day, May 2, 2022. Moien Mohamed, Deputy Ameer, Islamic Movement of Florida, accepted the proclamation and thanked the Commission for the recognition. 20. PO-2022-05 An Ordinance Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending The City’s Adopted Comprehensive Plan By Amending The Land Use Element To Establish Certain Permitted Uses In Areas Designated Open Space And Recreation; Amending The Future Land Use Element Map To Reflect The Changes. (21-T-41) The Mayor announced the ordinance was advertised in conformance with Florida Statutes and City Codes and opened the public hearing. Ann Ralston, 326 S 14th Avenue, expressed personal opinions/concerns. There being no one further who wished to speak, the public hearing was declared closed. Leslie Del Monte, Planning Manager, gave a presentation and explained the intent of the Ordinance. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, provided additional information. City of Hollywood Page 4 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes April 20, 2022 The City Clerk read the ordinance title on second and final reading. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Biederman, to adopt on second and final reading the Ordinance. 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-2022-06 21. R-2022-111 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Considering The Request For Waiver, Design, And Site Plan For The Development Known As Nautilus Apartments Consisting Of 84 Residential Units Located At 3500 Washington Street. (12-DPW-59b) 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. Alexandra Guerrero, Principal Planner, gave a presentation and explained the intent of the Ordinance. Steven Tilbrook, Attorney for owner, Ackerman LLP, gave a presentation on the proposed development. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. Bryan Grosman, Rent Hollywood owner, responded to concerns raised by the Commission. 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 Sherwood, to adopt the waiver. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) City of Hollywood Page 5 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes April 20, 2022 ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Anderson, to adopt the design requirements. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, to adopt the site plan. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 22. PO-2022-10 An Ordinance Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending Chapter 98 Of The Code Of Ordinances Entitled “Marine And Waterway Regulations; Boats And Other Vessels” To Allow The City Manager To Approve Boat Dock Lease Agreement Terms And Conditions And To Further Authorize The City Manager Or Designee To Grant All Approvals And Renewals Of Boat Dock Lease Agreements. Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, explained the intent of the ordinance. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Biederman, to adopt on first reading the Ordinance. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Biederman, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Shuham, to amend the Ordinance to sunset in 5 years and if renewed requires a 5/7 vote. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) The City Clerk read the ordinance title on first reading. ACTION: On roll call vote the motion to adopt on second and final reading the Ordinance with the amendment to sunset the ordinance in 5 years, and if renewed requires a 5/7 vote carried: Aye: Vice Mayor Shuham Commissioner Anderson Commissioner Callari Commissioner Gruber Commissioner Biederman Commissioner Sherwood Mayor Levy Enactment No: O-2022-11 8. R-2022-105 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute An City of Hollywood Page 6 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes April 20, 2022 Authorization To Proceed With Langan Engineering And Environmental Services, Inc. For Professional Environmental Services Related To The Orangebrook Golf And Country Club Revitalization, A General Obligation Bond Project, In An Amount Not To Exceed $295,000.00. Nicole Heron, Assistant Director of Design & Construction Management, explained the intent of the resolution. Ann Ralston, 326 S 14th Avenue, expressed personal opinions/concerns. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. Jose Cortes, Director of Design & Construction Management, provided additional information. 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) 10. R-2022-107 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 To Gtechna USA Corporation To Provide An Integrated Parking Citation And Permit System In An Amount Not To Exceed $242,000.00 Over A Period Of Four Years In Accordance With Section 38.41(C)(5) Of The Procurement Code (Piggyback). Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. Jovan Douglas, Acting Parking Manager, explained the intent of the resolution. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. ACTION: Motion was made by Vice Mayor Shuham, which was seconded by Commissioner Callari, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 23. R-2022-112 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute A Contract With Superior Landscaping & Lawn Services, Inc. For Construction Services Related To The Hollywood Boulevard Complete Streets Landscaping Project R17289, A Surtax Project, In A Lump Sum Amount Of $1,138,658.36; Amending The Fiscal Year 2022 Operating Budget And Capital Improvement Plan. Jose Cortes, Director of Design & Construction Management, explained the intent of the resolution. City of Hollywood Page 7 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes April 20, 2022 Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Biederman, which was seconded by Commissioner Callari, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 24. R-2022-113 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Calling For The General Election And Special Election To Be Held On November 8, 2022; Authorizing And Directing The City Clerk To Take Certain Actions In Connection Therewith; Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute An Agreement With The Broward County Supervisor Of Elections Regarding The Election. ACTION: Motion was made by Vice Mayor Shuham, which was seconded by Commissioner Callari, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 25. R-2022-114 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Naming The Liberia Neighborhood Network Center Facility, Located At 2207 Raleigh Street, As The “Frankie M. Shivers And R.D. Sanders Neighborhood Network Center.” ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Anderson, which was seconded by Commissioner Gruber, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 26. R-2022-115 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 H&S 22-04 With Hazen And Sawyer, P.C. To Provide Professional Engineering Services Related To Wastewater Master Plan Update - Phase 2, In An Amount Not To Exceed $1,804,858.00. Vivek Galav, Director of Public Utilities, 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 Sherwood, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 27. R-2022-116 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 Utility Replacement Along North 26th Avenue In The Amount Of City of Hollywood Page 8 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes April 20, 2022 $4,094,733.00; Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute An Authorization To Proceed For Work Order Number B&C 22-03 With Brown And Caldwell For Construction Administration Services For The Project In An Amount Not To Exceed $193,181.00; Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute An Authorization To Proceed For Amendment No. 1 To Work Order KHA 21-04 With Kimley-Horn And Associates, Inc. For Additional Engineering Consulting Services For Drainage Improvements In An Amount Not To Exceed $35,000.00; Amending The Fiscal Year 2022 Capital Improvement Plan. Vivek Galav, Director of Public Utilities, 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 Vice Mayor Shuham, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 28. R-2022-117 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood Florida, Approving The Local Housing Assistance Plan For Fiscal Years 2022 Through 2024 Pursuant To The State Housing Initiatives Partnership Program Act; Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute All Documents Required For The Local Housing Assistance Plan For Fiscal Years 2022 Through 2024; Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Transmit The Local Housing Assistance Plan For State Of Florida Fiscal Years 2022 Through 2024 To The Florida Housing Finance Corporation. Commissioner Biederman declared a voting conflict as his wife works in this division, and left the meeting at 3:45 PM. 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. Anthony Grisby, Community Development Manager, explained the intent of the resolution. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Gruber, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed 6-0. Commissioner Biederman declared a voting conflict. 29. R-2022-118 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute A Blanket City of Hollywood Page 9 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes April 20, 2022 Purchase Agreement With AT&T Corp. For The Purchase Of Cellular Telephone Minutes, Data Plan Services, Products And Related Equipment For Various Departments In An Estimated Amount Of $1,083,333.00 Over A Period Of 52 Months (Piggyback). Commissioner Biederman returned to the meeting at 3:48 PM. Raheem Seecharan, Director of Information Technology, explained the intent of the resolution. Ann Ralston, 326 S 14th Avenue, expressed personal opinions/concerns. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. ACTION: Motion was made by Vice Mayor Shuham, which was seconded by Commissioner Callari, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 30. R-2022-119 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Issue A Blanket Purchase Agreement With Cellco Partnership d/b/a Verizon Wireless For The Purchase Of Cellular Telephone Minutes, Data Plan Services, Products, And Related Equipment For Various Departments In An Estimated Amount Of $1,690,000.00 Over A Period Of 52 Months (Piggyback). ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Shuham, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 32. Commissioner Biederman, District 5 Road Improvements Commissioner Biederman stated it is very exciting to see 26th Avenue getting repaved and he cannot wait to approve the funding for the repaving of 64th Avenue and Johnson Street, which are way over due and need to be done. He is also waiting for the approvals for the Hollywood Boulevard landscape project. Thank You Commissioner Biederman thanked Vivek Galav, Director of Public Utilities, for his presentation at the Broward County Water Advisory Board meeting. Commissioner Biederman stated the presentation was very thorough regarding the City’s Septic to Sewer conversion projects. Commissioner Biederman also thanked Mr. Galav for the meetings he set up with the South Broward Drainage District and the Central Broward Water Control District. Commissioner Biederman stated he looks City of Hollywood Page 10 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes April 20, 2022 forward to the improvements that were discussed. 33. Commissioner Sherwood, District 6 Beverly Park Commissioner Sherwood made an appeal to the residents of Beverly Park to get involved in the civic association. She stated that currently there is no Civic Association for Beverly Park and she is reaching out to get volunteers to apply to start a Civic Association in Beverly Park. Civic Associations give the area Commissioner the help they need to get the assistance that the area needs and deserves. Wawa on 441 Commissioner Sherwood stated the Wawa on 441 is finally going to happen and construction will start in the third quarter of this year. Commissioner Anderson left the meeting at 3:58 PM and returned at 4:00 PM. 34. Vice Mayor Shuham, District 1 Thank You Vice Mayor Shuham thanked Tom Landers, a long time Guardian Ad Litem volunteer, for his work with the Guardian Ad Litem program. Daniel Pontet Vice Mayor Shuham thanked Mayor Levy for the lovely tribute to Daniel Pontet. Vice Mayor Shuham announced beginning tonight from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, there will be a celebration of Daniel Pontet’s life at the ArtsPark Gallery. Hollywood Lions Club Scholarships Vice Mayor Shuham stated the Hollywood Lions Club has scholarship opportunities for high schoolers in any city. 35. Commissioner Anderson, District 2 Thank You Commissioner Anderson thanked Vivek Galav, Director of Public Utilities, and his team for the early completion of the Parkside streets. Code Issues Commissioner Anderson thanked the Code Division for their code blitz on April 19th. The Code Division did a sweep and passed out recycling City of Hollywood Page 11 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes April 20, 2022 flyers. The residents will now know when to put their garbage and recycling out in the alley. Swimming Program Commissioner Anderson stated she was sorry to report that this summer, Attucks Middle School pool will not be having a swimming program due to the construction. Firefighters Orientation Program Commissioner Anderson thanked Dan Booker, Fire Chief, for connecting with Keith Martin who will be starting a Firefighters Orientation program on May 17th at 6:30 PM at the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center. 36. Commissioner Callari, District 3 Pembroke Road Brownfield Commissioner Callari requested an update from staff regarding the Pembroke Road brownfield that was discussed today. Garbage Enclosures Commissioner Callari requested an update on the garbage enclosures . Commissioner Callari stated that the City needs to enforce the garbage enclosure regulations, specifically on Grant Street and 25th Avenue. City Hall Commissioner Callari requested an update on the selling of City Hall circle or what can be done to redevelop City Hall based upon the CBRE report so we can get more funding. Library Commissioner Callari requested an update on the 2nd floor of the library at City Hall. Beach Incident Commissioner Callari stated she sent staff an email with pictures regarding a resident named Jason who had an incident on the beach with the booting of his car. Commissioner Callari stated that the parking meters need to be place strategically so that residents know for sure which parking meter belongs to which parking lot. Foul Smell Commissioner Callari gave many thanks to the Department of Public Utilities staff; Jim Perry, Owner of Hollywood Honda on 441 and Maria Mayers, Sedanos Market, for meeting to discuss abandoning their lift City of Hollywood Page 12 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes April 20, 2022 station by connecting to City sewers which will help resolve the foul smelling odor at 5500 West Park Road. By communicating with all the individuals and working together, there will be an environmentally beneficial effect for all concerned because they will be connecting to our sewer and will eliminate their lift station and the foul smell and return a good quality of life to the residents. 26th Avenue Commissioner Callari thanked Azita Behmardi, City Engineer, for her help on the repaving project on 26th Avenue. Marshmallow Drop Commissioner Callari stated the Marshmallow Drop event was a huge success and a very special day for everyone. Hollywood Salsa Festival Commissioner Callari stated the Hollywood Salsa Festival at ArtsPark was wonderful to see. Billboard on Johnson Street and I-95 Commissioner Callari stated she has been researching the billboard being replaced on Johnson Street and I-95, but the billboard was there for many years and they have the right to be there. Hollywood Happy Day Commissioner Callari announced the Hollywood Youth Ambassadors on May 2nd from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM will have a Hollywood Happy Day. This event started five to six years ago to spread kindness and positivity to the community after the Marjory Stoneman Douglas School tragedy. Food Trucks Commissioner Callari requested Commission support to have the food trucks return at the ArtsPark for one Monday a month. It should not be there every Monday as it will hurt the downtown businesses. Commissioner Gruber stated he supports this request. Commissioner Biederman stated procurement needs to issue an RFP and to spread the locations throughout the City. Rick Engle, Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts, stated the food trucks do not want to go to other locations, however, the City will investigate coming one Monday a month at the ArtsPark and for other locations. City of Hollywood Page 13 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes April 20, 2022 Commissioner Biederman and Mayor Levy agree to have staff research the issue. Rick Engle, Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts, responded that it depends on the event taking place, and maybe having a contract. Vice Mayor Shuham left the meeting at 4:16 PM. Rick Engle, Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts, responded he has to investigate and will get back to the Commission. 911 Calls Commissioner Callari stated that Jaime Hernandez, Emergency Coordinator, brought to the City Commission the issues with 911 calls. Staff knows it is a problem and is addressing it. Everyone is working together. Mayor Levy stated he has been in communication with Commissioner Furr who is working with County administrators and they are preparing reports and ensuring that every 911 call gets answered professionally and with quality each time someone calls 911. Vice Mayor Shuham returned to the meeting at 4:19 PM. 37. Commissioner Gruber, District 4 Thank You Commissioner Gruber thanked Vivek Galav, Director of Public Utilities, and Pete Bieniek, Director of Public Works, for all their hard work. Marshmallow Drop Commissioner Gruber stated the Marshmallow Drop event was amazing. Oaklake Park Lake Commissioner Gruber stated residents of Playland Estates have reached out regarding the lake at Oaklake Park, possibly having toxic water and requested if the City can do a water sampling. North Park Road and West Park Road Intersection Commissioner Gruber stated that the new wall with grass at the intersection of North Park Road and West Park Road is an eyesore and wanted to know if there is anything that can be done to make it more appealing. Azita Behmardi, City Engineer, stated the City is working with the City of Hollywood Page 14 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes April 20, 2022 contractor that did the sidewalk, they are now working on the wall on 64th Avenue. Once completed on 64th Avenue, they will correct the intersection issue by putting a slotted curbing along the roadway. After this is done, Public Works will be repairing the grass and swale. Commissioner Callari questioned if it would create traffic issues and when ambulances pass through if it would create a problem. Azita Behmardi, City Engineer, replied no, this will not create any safety issues for people driving by. Mayor Levy suggested using trees for this same purpose. North 46th Avenue Wall Commissioner Gruber stated that the North 46th Avenue wall will be starting construction within a week, and questioned if there is a way to let the residents know. Jose Cortes, Director of Design and Construction Management, stated the City is working on a bid, but it is over budget, so the City is working on getting another bid. At this time, there is no time line on this project. Mayor Levy questioned if it is possible to change the wall specifications and get a better bid. Jose Cortes, Director of Design and Construction Management, stated the City might have to re bid, along with the Hollywood Boulevard and 72nd Avenue wall as well. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission regarding the specifications, repairs and bidding process. Commissioner Gruber stated the residents have been waiting for years to get a new wall, in the mean time the existing fencing is falling down and he wants staff to do something in the mean time. Jose Cortes, Director of Design and Construction Management, requested a couple of weeks to get this matter put together and bring it to the Commission for review and approval. Emerald Hills Lighting Commissioner Gruber stated over the holidays he had the pleasure of being with his family and walking in the Emerald Hills neighborhood, but it is very dark. He wants support for the lights to be changed and upgraded to LED lights. City of Hollywood Page 15 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes April 20, 2022 Commissioner Callari and Mayor Levy supported changing the lights to LED lights. Commissioner Anderson supported this item and to include Ely Boulevard. Vice Mayor Shuham stated Surf Road also needs lights as well. Mayor Levy stated that the ARPA funds should be used for work on the City owned poles. Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, stated at every Commission meeting, during Commission Comments section, it is becoming Commission interaction session where City staff is being called to the podium to make decisions on the fly and that is not acceptable because there is a protocol in place. Which is not the process for Commission Comments. Commissioner Gruber stated he has been asking for help for a year and a half and has not received any results, therefore he is asking for support today to have staff look into this further and receive follow-up from staff. Mayor Levy stated due to limited timing, Commission Comments becomes the opportunity where the Commissioner can receive support for initiatives that they want done. Commissioner Callari stated that there is a protocol to follow and it should be through the City Manager. However, there should be follow up from staff for items being requested. Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, understands the frustration in the lack of follow-up and the many items that need to be addressed. The concern is the back and forth with the staff. However, if Mayor Levy would like the process to be changed, then the Commission has the right to do that. Vice Mayor Shuham suggested having a workshop on the process and any changes that may or may not be needed could be implemented. Mayor Levy stated he agrees with Vice Mayor Shuham and suggested maybe looking at other municipalities and see how they do their procedures in order to make our procedures more formal and more trackable. Commissioner Biederman stated former employee Lori Mertens-Black used to send a spreadsheet of the many items outstanding and maybe City of Hollywood Page 16 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes April 20, 2022 that is something to look into again. Commissioner Callari stated the chain of command needs to be followed and residents want transparency. 38. Mayor Levy Excitement for Upcoming Projects Mayor Levy stated he is excited for upcoming projects: resurfacing of 26th Avenue; Beverly Park sidewalks; Hollywood Estates sidewalks; and the trees on Hollywood Boulevard. Broward County Land Use Mayor Levy stated at the last Commission meeting, Senator Geller spoke about certain incentivized programs where commercial thoroughfares West of US1 have an opportunity to add residential land to their commercial existence. Mayor Levy requested support for staff to bring this forward as a presentation with their recommendations. Vice Mayor Shuham, Commissioner Biederman and Commissioner Sherwood supported this request. Vice Mayor Shuham asked as part of the presentation whether this would have any impact on surtax projects. Daniel Pontet Mayor Levy announced the tribute to Daniel Pontet will be taking place at ArtsPark tonight from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. 39. City Attorney Executive Session Douglas Gonzales, City Attorney, announced pursuant to Florida Statutes 286.011(8)(a), an executive session would be held on Tuesday, April 26, 2022 at 2:30 PM in the Lindsey Mancur v. City of Hollywood litigation. Attending the session will be the Mayor, Commissioners, City Manager, City Attorney and Chief Litigation Counsel John Wien. Executive Session Douglas Gonzales, City Attorney, announced pursuant to Florida Statutes 286.011(8)(a), an executive session would be held on Tuesday, April 26, 2022 at 3:00 PM in the Martin Manzueta v. City of Hollywood litigation. Attending the session will be the Mayor, Commissioners, City Manager, City Attorney and Chief Litigation Counsel John Wien. City of Hollywood Page 17 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes April 20, 2022 Opiod Litigation Douglas Gonzales, City Attorney, gave a brief synopsis of the emails sent out this morning regarding the Opiod litigation. Douglas Gonzales, City Attorney, stated the Commission gave its support for staff to look into the national Opiod litigation that has been proceeding and there is also a statewide litigation that has been occurring as well. The City has joined all that we are allowed to join as a governmental entity. Out of the national settlement, the State of Florida has received $1.6 billion. On the statewide settlement, the State of Florida has received $813 million. When you combine both settlements, the City’s proceeds are $ 619,606 paid over 18 years or 11 years. 40. City Manager Apology Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, apologized to Commissioner Gruber stating that the Commission meeting is an incomplete setting to be reminded of the process. Infrastructure Projects Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, stated over the next several years there will be various infrastructure projects including roads, water, sewer, lighting and landscaping. He has asked Pete Bieniek, Director of Public Works, to give a presentation on these issues. Pete Bieniek, Director of Public Works, and Jose Cortes, Director of Design & Construction Management, gave a presentation regarding the City’s landscape Beautification Project. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission regarding the presentation. 31. CITIZENS’ COMMENTS The following individuals expressed personal opinions/concerns: 1. Ann Ralston, 326 S 14th Avenue 2. Tom Lander, 3186 Roosevelt Street 3. Andre Brown, 2316 Mayo Street 4. Helen Chervin, 2470 Adams Street City of Hollywood Page 18 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes April 20, 2022 41. The meeting adjourned at 5:38 PM. ______________________________ Patricia A. Cerny, MMC City Clerk Hollywood, Florida Approved on: _________________________ City of Hollywood Page 19