Regular City Commission Meeting

City of Hollywood Hollywood City Hall 2600 Hollywood Blvd Hollywood, FL 33020 http://www.hollywoodfl.org Meeting Minutes - Final Wednesday, September 7, 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 - Final September 7, 2022 . The Regular City Commission Meeting of the City of Hollywood, Florida, was called to order by Mayor Levy on Wednesday, September 7, 2022 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: 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 Anderson, to adopt the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 5. R-2022-244 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Bind Renewal Policies With Hartford Fire Insurance Company For Flood Insurance For Various Locations, For An Amount Not To Exceed $240,713.00. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Anderson, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 6. R-2022-245 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Bind The Policies For Excess Workers’ Compensation Insurance, General Liability, Auto Liability, Statutory Accidental Death And Dismemberment Insurance, Crime Insurance, Cyber Liability, Pollution/Environmental Insurance, Active Shooter, Vessel Pollution, Drone Insurance, Medical Professional Liability, Tank Pollution Liability, Water Craft Marine Hull, Marina Operators Legal Liability Insurance, And Flood Insurance For An Amount City of Hollywood Page 1 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final September 7, 2022 Not To Exceed $1,636,323.00 For Which Quotes Were Solicited By Aon Risk Services, Inc. Of Florida Based On An Estimated 25% Increase From The Previous Year. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Anderson, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 8. R-2022-247 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute An Underground Easement Agreement With Florida Power And Light Company For The Purpose Of Installing Florida Power and Light Facilities For The Installation Of Equipment To Convert Utility Lines To Underground. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Anderson, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 9. R-2022-248 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Issue A Purchase Order To Kompan, Inc., For The Purchase And Installation Of Playground Equipment, Playground Surfacing, And Shade Cover At ArtsPark, A Capital Improvement Project, In The Amount Of $698,569.58 Based Upon The Omnia Partners Contract 2017001135 In Accordance With Section 38.41(C)(5) Of The Purchasing Ordinance (Piggyback). ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Anderson, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 7. R-2022-246 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute A Contract With AUM Construction Inc. For The Construction Of Mast Arm Traffic Signal Structures At Hollywood Boulevard And 26th Avenue, In The Lump Sum Amount Of $738,522.90. Ann Ralston, 326 S 14th Avenue, expressed personal opinions/concerns. Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, responded to questions raised by the public. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. 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) City of Hollywood Page 2 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final September 7, 2022 10. R-2022-249 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Amend Blanket Purchase Order PA600356 With Juniper Landscaping Of Florida, LLC For Athletic Field Maintenance In An Annual Amount Not To Exceed $400,000.00. Ann Ralston, 326 S 14th Avenue, expressed personal opinions/concerns. Rick Engle, Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts, responded to questions raised by the public. 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) 12. R-2022-250 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute A Blanket Purchase Agreement With Southeastern Engineering Contractors, Inc. For Construction Services Relating To General Stormwater Infrastructure, On An Annual Basis, In An Amount Not To Exceed $1,526,000.00, Based Upon The City Of Fort Lauderdale’s Bid Number 12504-613 In Accordance With Section 38.41(C)(5) Of The City’s Procurement Code (Piggyback). 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) 13. R-2022-251 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Issue A Change Order To Purchase Order PFY-2106373 With Field Turf USA, Inc. For Dowdy Field General Obligation Bond Artificial Turf Project To Increase The Contract Amount From $1,161,198.82 To $1,301,198.82 In Accordance With Section 38.48(C) Of The Procurement Code (Change Orders). Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. Steve Stewart, Assistant Director of Financial Services, Procurement Director, responded to questions raised by 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) 14. R-2022-252 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute An Amended and Restated Interim Agreement With Housing Trust Group, LLC For The City of Hollywood Page 3 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final September 7, 2022 Development Of A Mixed-Use, Mixed-Income Project To Be Located On The City-Owned Parcels Of Land Between Fillmore And Polk Streets Along North 21st Avenue. Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, introduced the item. Raelin Storey, Director of Communications, Marketing and Economic Development, explained the intent of the resolution and provided a presentation on the proposed project. 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) 15. R-2022-253 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending The Rules Of Procedure For The Governing Of City Commission Meetings. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. Commissioner Sherwood left the meeting at 1:54 PM and returned at 1:58 PM. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. The Commission placed this item on the table to take it up later in the meeting. 11. P-2022-58 Presentation By Joe Scott, Broward County Supervisor Of Elections, Regarding Election Changes And Updates. Joe Scott, Broward County Supervisor of Elections, provided a presentation on election changes and updates. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission and Joe Scott. 15. R-2022-253 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending The Rules Of Procedure For The Governing Of City Commission Meetings. The Commission removed the resolution from the table. Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, provided additional information. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. City of Hollywood Page 4 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final September 7, 2022 Patricia Cerny, City Clerk, responded to concerns raised by the Commission. Douglas Gonzales, City Attorney, provided additional information. Extensive discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. Ann Ralston, 326 S 14th Avenue, expressed personal opinions/concerns. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. ACTION: Motion was made by Vice Mayor Shuham, which was seconded by Commissioner Biederman, to adopt the Resolution with the following changes to the procedures: add back in the original paragraph for placing items on the agenda; remove the paragraph regarding the 14 day requirement for Commission submittals along with the form; add that staff will respond within 14 days after the request is made; the follow up report shall be in the in the current format; under reconsideration delete the language "A motion to reconsider shall not be considered unless at least the same number of members are present as participated in the original vote under consideration". On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 16. R-2022-254 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The First Amended And Restated Interlocal Agreement With The Broward Metropolitan Planning Organization And The Cities Of Pompano Beach And Plantation. 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. R-2022-255 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Appointing One Elected Official As The Voting Member To Serve On The Metro Transportation Engineering And Construction Cooperative Board For A Five-Year Term. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. City of Hollywood Page 5 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final September 7, 2022 ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Sherwood, to adopt the Resolution appointing Vice Mayor Shuham as the City's representative. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 18. R-2022-256 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Appointing 15 Members To The General Obligation Bond Oversight Advisory Committee. Jose Cortez, Director of Design and Construction Management, explained the intent of the resolution. Terry Cantrell, 745 Harrison Street, expressed personal opinions/concerns. ACTION: Motion was made by Vice Mayor Shuham, which was seconded by Commissioner Callari, to appoint Louis Birdman in the architect category; Nicholas Danu in the engineer category; Molly Taylor in the sports league/recreation category; Clive Taylor in the Chamber of Commerce category; Lynn Smith in the finance industry category; Terrance Cantrell who represents District 1 category; Christine Corbo who represents District 2 category; Thomas Lander who represents District 3 category; Sandra Einhorn who represents District 4 category; Annette Smith who represents District 5 category; Richard Petrovich who represents District 6 category. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Anderson, to adopt the Resolution appointing Louis Birdman in the architect category; Nicholas Danu in the engineer category; Molly Taylor in the sports league/recreation category; Clive Taylor in the Chamber of Commerce category; Lynn Smith in the finance industry category; Terrance Cantrell who represents District 1 category; Christine Corbo who represents District 2 category; Thomas Lander who represents District 3 category; Sandra Einhorn who represents District 4 category; Annette Smith who represents District 5 category; Richard Petrovich who represents District 6 category; and to re-advertise for the vacant construction category, student category and the two at-large district categories. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 19. R-2022-257 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, City of Hollywood Page 6 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final September 7, 2022 Appointing Two Members To The Education Advisory Committee. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Sherwood, which was seconded by Commissioner Anderson, to adopt the Resolution appointing Wyatt Lohse as the student alternate member; Roland Garcia as Regular member. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 20. R-2022-258 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Appointing One Member To The Sustainability Advisory Committee. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Anderson, to adopt the Resolution appointing Graham Penn in the Builders Association of South Florida member category. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 21. R-2022-259 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Appointing One Member To The Artwork Selection Committee. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Sherwood, which was seconded by Commissioner Callari, to adopt the Resolution appointing Fred Villiers-Furze in the member category. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 22. Commissioner Sherwood, District 6 Thank You Commissioner Sherwood stated she appreciates the thoughtfulness of the City Commission and the Commission staff for recognizing her as her term comes to an end in November. 23. Vice Mayor Shuham, District 1 Rhythm Foundation Vice Mayor Shuham stated she wants to make sure the additional concert’s through the Rhythm Foundation move forward thru the Department of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts. Commissioner Callari and Commissioner Sherwood supported support the request. Douglas Gonzales, City Attorney, explained the CRA follows the City’s procurement process, so the process will apply. Commissioner Callari questioned the rise in cost for one additional performance. City of Hollywood Page 7 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final September 7, 2022 Jorge Camejo, CRA Executive Director, responded that there has been a rise in costs, per performance from $30,000.00 to $50,000.00. James Quilan, Rhythm Foundation, was advised to not attend this meeting since the item was tabled. However, he is able to share the reasons for this increase in detail. Commissioner Callari suggested maybe for the concerts to stay at four concerts instead of five in order to be financially responsible. Jorge Camejo, CRA Executive Director, responded he discussed this with the City Manager and suggested that the CRA take over some of the Capital Improvement in the ArtsPark in exchange for having the City pay for the concerts. This would free up money in the City’s budget to cover these concerts. Commissioner Callari questioned how come the CRA can take over some of the Capital Improvements in the ArtsPark now and not before. Jorge Camejo, CRA Executive Director, responded that it is a matter of priority. The CRA has focused on making sure that there is a balance between events occurring in the ArtsPark. The CRA has supplemented by paying for some of the shows and concerts while at the same time doing things like streetscape and other capital projects downtown. Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, stated he is requesting the Commission give staff time to be able to have a discussion with the CRA regarding assumptions and appropriations in a separate forum. Commissioner Callari reiterated that she does not want the City to lose the contract with Rhythm Foundation, however she wants the Commission to do their due diligence in regards to the financials. Commissioner Gruber agreed that the Rhythm Foundation, from a cultural standpoint is good for the City. However, there should be some accountability of the artists on the roster for the show, on how much ticket sales they can bring in. Commissioner Callari left the meeting at 3:29 PM and returned at 3:31 PM. Mayor Levy suggested at the next Commission meeting the City Manager bring the Rhythm Foundation in to make a presentation on the concert series, with their proposed lineup and everything else, so that they will be prepared to explain things to the Commission. City of Hollywood Page 8 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final September 7, 2022 Vice Mayor Shuham asked for Commission support to have the Rhythm Foundation give a presentation to the Commission on the upcoming concert series, along with costs. Vice Mayor Shuham stated she wants to confirm the $120,000.00 was a done deal and she thought from the April CRA meeting that the City was going from four concerts to eight concerts. Commissioner Gruber stated he thought the same, however, now it was from four concerts to five concerts. Jorge Camejo, CRA Executive Director, responded that for the $250,000.00 there would be five concerts and since the caliber of the performance is higher, so is the price. North Beach Vice Mayor Shuham stated there is confusion in the North Beach area as to whether the County or the City is responsible for cleaning different areas up there, the boundaries are very complex. Therefore, she wants a meeting with staff to come up with some loose agreement delineating who is responsible for what so that we can get our streets cleaned. Charnow Park Vice Mayor Shuham stated she is happy with additional coverage at Charnow Park. She wants the Police Department to come back with suggestions as to how to maintain a clean and safe Charnow Park overnight. Turtle Program Vice Mayor Shuham stated there were discussions some time ago that Elaine Franklin, Environmental Sustainability Coordinator, would be creating a certification program for a turtle ordinance compliance for businesses along the broad walk. She would like an update on the program. 24. Commissioner Anderson, District 2 Waste Pro Commissioner Anderson stated she received so many complaints during the summer and the last few months from residents regarding Waste Pro garbage pickup. Helens Chinese Restaurant Commissioner Anderson stated Helens Chinese Restaurant is blocked, City of Hollywood Page 9 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final September 7, 2022 in the alley, due to construction on Tyler Street and she would like someone to check on it. Volunteers Commissioner Anderson thanked the volunteers at PAL for the bowling event fundraiser. 25. Commissioner Callari, District 3 Commissioner Callari had no further comments. 26. Commissioner Gruber, District 4 Thank You Commissioner Gruber thanked the Hollywood Police Department for coming out last week and speaking about crime to the residents in Emerald Hills. Commissioner Gruber suggested that the Hollywood Police Department put the trifold informational pamphlet on their website in order for the residents to have access to this and the Commissioners can share with their residents as well. FPL Commissioner Gruber stated FPL is doing work on 46th Avenue, but they left some damage and items. The residents have complained to get it cleaned up, but it looks like FPL is handling the issue. Yandy Chirino Park Commissioner Gruber stated the Yandy Chirino Playground is completed. Currently waiting on the memorial and still more to come. Lakes of Emerald Hills Playground Commissioner Gruber stated for the Lakes of Emerald Hills playground, there will be a virtual meeting on September 13th, and he would like to have it publicized on the website. Thank You Commissioner Gruber thanked Dwayne Chung, Police Officer, and others for helping the single mom living in her car with her three children . He suggested he would like to raise funds for these situations. 27. Commissioner Biederman, District 5 Salsa Fest Commissioner Biederman announced on September 17th, the City will City of Hollywood Page 10 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final September 7, 2022 have a free Salsa Concert at Boulevard Heights Community Center, along with a dominoes tournament to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month. Associations Upcoming Meetings Commissioner Biederman announced Boulevard Heights Neighborhood Association meeting is coming up on September 13th, and Driftwood Civic Association meeting is on September 20th, come out and get involve in your community. KAPOW Program Commissioner Biederman encouraged people to get involved and volunteer in the KAPOW program, to inspire students in different careers and how they can contribute to society. 28. Mayor Levy Lions Club Mayor Levy stated the Commission had previously supported an idea that came from the Lions Club, and it was repeated again at the Rotary Club regarding a service club wall. The service club wall is at the entrance to all cities which illustrates the logos of the service clubs that help to elevate the awareness of these service clubs in and around the City. Mayor Levy stated a perfect spot would be on Hollywood Blvd by the Jaycee Hall, where there is a building that was torn down on the land that is owned by the City. Mayor Levy stated the clubs would help raise the funds for the wall. Commissioner Biederman, Commissioner Callari, and Commissioner Gruber supported the request. Commissioner Sherwood left the meeting at 3:45 PM. Ongoing Projects Mayor Levy spoke about all the ongoing projects in the City and reiterated that the Commission is here to discuss, work on and approve, in order to give funding and the legislative support they need to proceed. 29. City Attorney Douglas Gonzales, City Attorney, had no further comments. 30. City Manager Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, had no further comments. City of Hollywood Page 11 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final September 7, 2022 31. The meeting adjourned at 3:45 PM. ______________________________ Patricia A. Cerny, MMC City Clerk Hollywood, Florida Approved on: _________________________ City of Hollywood Page 12