Regular City Commission Meeting

City of Hollywood Hollywood City Hall 2600 Hollywood Blvd Hollywood, FL 33020 http://www.hollywoodfl.org Meeting Minutes - Final Wednesday, December 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 Idelma Quintana, 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 December 7, 2022 . The Regular City Commission Meeting of the City of Hollywood, Florida, was called to order by Mayor Levy on Wednesday, December 7, 2022 at 1:08 PM in the City Commission Room, Room 219, 2600 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, Florida. 1. Moment of Silence Mayor Levy recognized Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day. Mayor Levy recognized the passing of Fulvio Sardelli, Sr., and Bob Fishman. 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 Idelma Quintana 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 approve the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 5. R-2022-350 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending The Fiscal Year 2023 Operating Budgets Of Various Funds As Adopted And Approved By Resolution R-2022-283; Amending The Fiscal Year 2023 Capital Improvement Plan As Adopted And Approved By Resolution R-2022-284. 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-2022-351 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Accept, If Awarded, The FY City of Hollywood Page 1 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final December 7, 2022 2023 Coastal Partnership Initiative Grant Through The Florida Department Of Environmental Protection For Property Improvements At Keating Park For The Renovation Of Public Restrooms In The Amount Of $60,000.00; Authorizing The Required 50% Matching Funds; Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute All Applicable Grant Documents And Agreements. 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-2022-352 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 Cay Industries, Inc., d/b/a Print Dynamics, For The New Horizons Newsletter For An Estimated Annual Amount Of $130,084.00 Based Upon Bid Number IFB-4751-22-SK For Newsletter Printing And Mailing Services. 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-2022-353 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute A Professional Services Agreement For Engineering Design Services With Kimley-Horn And Associates, Inc. For The Beverly Park Sidewalk And ADA Compliance Project, With Funding Provided Under The Florida Department Of Transportation Local Agency Program, In An Amount Not To Exceed $531,541.00. 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) 9. R-2022-354 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute A Professional Services Agreement For Engineering Design Services With Kimley-Horn And Associates, Inc. For The Hollywood Beach Heights And Hollywood Country Estates Sidewalk Project, With Funding Provided Under The Florida Department Of Transportation Local Agency Program, In An Amount Not To Exceed $427,339.00. 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) City of Hollywood Page 2 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final December 7, 2022 10. R-2022-355 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 Horsepower Electric, Inc. To Furnish And Install Solar Powered Speed Feedback Signs In An Annual Amount Not To Exceed $300,000.00 Based Upon Broward County’s Contract No. PNC2122875B1 In Accordance With Section 38.41(C)(5) Of The City’s Procurement Code (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) 12. R-2022-357 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Issue A Purchase Order To Playcore Wisconsin, Inc., d/b/a GameTime, For The Purchase Of Playground And Outdoor Fitness Equipment, Site Accessories, Surfacing And Related Products And Services In The Amount Of $340,249.63 Based Upon The Omnia Partners Contract #2017001134 In Accordance With Section 38.41(C)(5) Of The Procurement Code (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) 13. R-2022-358 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Issue A Purchase Order To All Paving Inc. For Annual Small Concrete And Pathway Construction In The Amount Of $487,461.00 Based Upon Palm Beach County Project #2020056 In Accordance With Section 38.41(C)(5) Of The Procurement Code (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) 14. R-2022-359 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Apply For And If Awarded, Accept The State Of Florida, Dept. Of State/Division Of Early Learning Through Early Learning Coalition Of Broward County, Inc. Child Care Stabilization Subgrant Program Round II For Improvements To City Operated After School Child Care Programs In The Estimated Amount Of $75,000.00; Authorizing The Execution Of An Agreement With The Early Learning Coalition Of Broward County, Inc.; Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute All Other Applicable Grant Documents And Agreements; Amending The Fiscal Year 2023 City of Hollywood Page 3 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final December 7, 2022 Operating Budget. 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) 15. R-2022-360 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Accept, If Awarded, The Broward County Cultural Division Cultural And Artistic Facilities Capital Grant For Improvements To Hollywood Art & Culture Center Education Expansion Projects In The Approximate Amount Of $500,000.00; Authorizing The Execution Of An Agreement With Broward County; Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute All Other Applicable Grant Documents And Agreements; Amending The Fiscal Year 2023 Operating Budget And Capital Improvement Plan. 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) 16. R-2022-361 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Accept, If Awarded, The 2023-2024 Florida Recreation Development Assistance Program Grant In The Amount Of $200,000.00 For Improvements To Oakridge Park; Authorizing The Required 50% Matching Funds To Be Paid From PRCA Capital Improvement Project Funds; Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute All Applicable Grant Documents And Agreements; Amending The Fiscal Year 2023 Operating Budget And Capital Improvement Plan. 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) 17. R-2022-362 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Accept The 2022-2023 Florida Recreation Development Assistance Program Grant For Park Improvements To Poinciana Park In The Amount Of $50,000.00; Authorizing The Execution Of An Agreement With The Florida Department Of Environmental Protection Division Of State Lands, Land And Recreation Grants Section; Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute All Other Applicable Grant Documents And Agreements; Amending The Fiscal Year 2023 Operating Budget And Capital Improvement Plan. City of Hollywood Page 4 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final December 7, 2022 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) 18. R-2022-363 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Accept An Amended Permanent Easement In Favor Of The City From Maltese Diplomat Owner, LLC. To Accommodate The Installation Of An Electrical Power Generator At Stormwater Pump Station SW-08. 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) 19. R-2022-364 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Ranking Engineering Firms To Provide Professional Engineering Consulting Services Related To The Infiltration And Inflow Program; Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Negotiate An Agreement With Hazen And Sawyer, P.C., The Highest Ranked Firm. 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) 20. R-2022-365 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Ranking Professional Engineering Consulting Firms To Provide Design And Construction Administration Services For Sewer Lift Stations N-07 And N-08 Upgrades; Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Negotiate An Agreement With EAC Consulting, Inc., The Highest Ranked Firm, For Consideration By The City Commission At A Later Date. 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) 21. R-2022-366 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 Brenntag Mid-South, Inc. For The Supply And Delivery Of One-Ton Cylinders Of Liquid Chlorine For An Amount Not To Exceed $981,200.00 For The Period From December 7, 2022 Through December 31, 2023; Amending The Fiscal Year 2023 Adopted Operating Budget. 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) City of Hollywood Page 5 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final December 7, 2022 22. P-2022-75 Presentation by Adam Reichbach, Assistant City Manager For Finance and Administration, Of The 2022 Excellence In Continuous Improvement Award Nominees And Recognition Of The Award Recipients. Adam Reichbach, Assistant City Manager for Finance and Administration, reviewed the purpose of the Excellence In Continuous Improvement Award. Mr. Reichbach read the commendation which resulted in Tyrone Gordon and Melissa Fleming, Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts, being recognized for their process improvement initiative for pavilion rental. 23. P-2022-76 Presentation By Chief Chris O’Brien, Recognizing Recipients Of The Officer And Employee Of The Month Award, And The Lifesaving Award For September And October 2022. Deanna Bettineschi, Public Information Manager, read the commendations which resulted in Officer Dwayne Valentin being recognized as Officer of the Month for September 2022; Officer Brittany Wohlitka being recognized with the Lifesaving Award for September 2022. Deanna Bettineschi, Public Information Manager, read the commendations which resulted in Officer Christian Ricano being recognized as Officer of the Month for October 2022; Crime Scene Technician Diane Unger and Latent Print Examiner Lawrence Elmhorst being recognized as Employee of the month for October 2022. 24. PO-2022-21 An Ordinance Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending Article 4 Of The Zoning And Land Development Regulations Entitled “Schedule Of District, Use And Setback Regulations” By Amending Section 4.6 To Extend The Incentive Program For The Opportunity Zone To Include Sites Or Portions Of Sites Along Federal Highway And 21st Avenue Corridors; Providing For A Repealer Provision And A Severability Clause. (19-T-66) 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. Commissioner Biederman left the meeting at 1:32 PM. City of Hollywood Page 6 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final December 7, 2022 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: Vice Mayor Shuham Commissioner Anderson Commissioner Callari Commissioner Gruber Commissioner Quintana Mayor Levy Absent: Commissioner Biederman Enactment No: O-2022-22 25. PO-2022-22 An Ordinance Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending Chapter 99 Of The Code Of Ordinances Entitled “Municipal Beach” By Amending Section 99.05 Entitled “Hollywood Dog Beach” To Expand The Location, Remove The Days Of Access And Remove The Requirement For A Pass And Fees. 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 Vice Mayor Shuham, which was seconded by Commissioner Gruber, 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 Quintana Mayor Levy Absent: Commissioner Biederman Enactment No: O-2022-23 26. PO-2022-23 An Ordinance Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending Chapter 101 Of The Code Of Ordinances To Update The Nuisance Abatement Process By Creating A Nuisance Abatement Program. 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. City of Hollywood Page 7 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final December 7, 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 Anderson, 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 Quintana Mayor Levy Absent: Commissioner Biederman Enactment No: O-2022-24 27. PO-2022-24 An Ordinance Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving An Interlocal Service Boundary Agreement With The City Of Dania Beach And Broward County For The Contraction Of Certain Lands Located Within The Jurisdictional Limits Of The City Of Hollywood And Within The Area Known As The City Of Dania Beach Ocean Front Park, And The Annexation Of The Land By The City Of Dania Beach. Andria Wingett, Assistant Director of Development Services, explained the intent of the ordinance. Commissioner Biederman returned to the meeting at 1:40 PM. AJ Ryan, Mayor of Dania Beach, provided additional information. Eve Boutsis, Dania Beach City Attorney, provided additional information. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. Douglas Gonzales, City Attorney, responded to questions raised by the Commission. The City Clerk read the ordinance title on first reading. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Anderson, to adopt on first reading the Ordinance. The motion on roll call vote carried: City of Hollywood Page 8 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final December 7, 2022 Aye: Vice Mayor Shuham Commissioner Anderson Commissioner Callari Commissioner Gruber Commissioner Biederman Commissioner Quintana Mayor Levy 28. PO-2022-25 An Ordinance Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending Chapter 133 Of The Code Of Ordinances Pertaining To Antisemitism And Bias-Motivated Crimes. Mayor Levy explained the intent of the ordinance. Sharona Whisler, Zionist Organization of America, expressed personal opinions/concerns. The City Clerk read the ordinance title on first reading. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Gruber, which was seconded by Commissioner Callari, to adopt on first reading the Ordinance. The motion on roll call vote carried: Aye: Vice Mayor Shuham Commissioner Anderson Commissioner Callari Commissioner Gruber Commissioner Biederman Commissioner Quintana Mayor Levy Enactment No: O-2023-01 11. R-2022-356 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Issue Purchase Orders To Stryker For Lucas Devices And Lifepak 15 Units In An Amount Of $528,596.25 In Accordance With Section 38.41(C)(2) Of The Procurement Code (Sole Source). Dan Booker, Fire Chief, explained the intent of the resolution. Simon Serrano, Fire Division Chief, provided a demonstration of the Lucas device and Lifepak. Discussion ensued among 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) City of Hollywood Page 9 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final December 7, 2022 29. R-2022-367 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending The One Year Action Plan For Federal Fiscal Year 2019-2020 To Re-Allocate $194,000.00 Of Community Development Block Grant COVID-19 Funds For Program Use; Authorizing The City Manager To Execute All Documents To Facilitate Such Amendments; Amending The Fiscal Year 2023 Operating Budget. The Mayor announced the resolution 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. 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) 30. R-2022-368 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Committing To Provide A Local Government Areas Of Opportunity Contribution In The Form Of A $640,000.00 Loan In Support Of An Application To The Florida Housing Finance Corporation In Response To Its Request For Applications For 9% Housing Tax Credits To Support The Development Of A Mixed-Income Housing Project In The City To Include A Minimum Of 100 New Affordable Housing Units; Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute All Documents Necessary To Effectuate The Intent Of This Resolution. Sunny Macon, Development Officer, explained the intent of the resolution. Ariel Fram, Housing Trust Group, responded to questions raised by the Commission. Paul Greilich, NuRock Companies, responded to questions raised by the Commission. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. Shiv Newaldess, Director of Development Services, provided additional information. Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, provided additional information. Alex Recio, Jr., Miramar Bakery, expressed personal opinions/concerns. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Quintana, which was seconded by Commissioner Biederman, to adopt the Resolution selecting Option B NuRock. On a voice vote the motion passed 6-1. Commissioner Anderson was opposed. City of Hollywood Page 10 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final December 7, 2022 31. R-2022-369 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Appointing A Vice Mayor For A One-Year Term. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Biederman, to adopt the Resolution appointing Commissioner Gruber as the new Vice Mayor. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 33. Commissioner Anderson, District 2 Dr. Martin Luther King Community Center Air Conditioning. Commissioner Anderson requested an update on Dr. Martin Luther King Community Center air conditioning, as it was very warm at an event yesterday. Holiday Toy Giveaway Commissioner Anderson thanked the Police Department, Police Athletic League (PAL), Parkside Civic Association and others for their donation to the holiday toy giveaway at the Dr. Martin Luther King Community Center. There were a lot of toys given out. Police Ride Along Commissioner Anderson announced she will be doing a ride along with the Police Chief and Assistant City Manager tomorrow, she is looking forward to it. Beautification of the City Commissioner Anderson wants to do something for beautification of the city, and she suggested trash for cash and the most improved house contest. Happy Holidays & New Year Commissioner Anderson wished everyone happy holidays and a happy New Year. 34. Commissioner Callari, District 3 Holiday Toy Giveaway Commissioner Callari stated she was unaware of the holiday toy giveaway at the Dr. Martin Luther King Community Center, as she would of liked to have attended. She stated if flyers are distributed on events to make sure all Commission members are notified. City of Hollywood Page 11 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final December 7, 2022 Vice Mayor Nomination Commissioner Callari stated she felt uncomfortable about the discussion on the Vice Mayor nomination, she thinks there has to be a better way of handling the nomination. Chaminade Madonna High School Commissioner Callari congratulated Chaminade Madonna High School, who are on the road heading to Tallahassee, for the State championship game. Florida State University (FSU) Commissioner Callari stated she will be attending her daughter’s graduation this Friday in Tallahassee from Florida State University (FSU). Happy Holidays & New Year Commissioner Callari wished everyone happy holidays and a happy New Year. 35. Commissioner Gruber, District 4 Vice Mayor Nomination Vice Mayor Gruber thanked the City Commission for the Vice Mayor appointment. Exciting Things Happening Vice Mayor Gruber stated there are exciting things happening in the City such as the park equipment, paving and new lighting. Happy Holidays & New Year Vice Mayor Gruber wished everyone happy holidays and a happy New Year. 36. Commissioner Biederman, District 5 Digital Speed Monitors Commissioner Biederman stated it was 10 years ago when he first saw the digital speed monitors in the City of Miami Beach. They are installed in the City and today’s agenda has additional monitors requested which were approved. Aye Votes For Items 24, 25, 26 Commissioner Biederman registered an “aye” vote for items # 24, City of Hollywood Page 12 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final December 7, 2022 PO-2022-21; #25, PO-2022-22; and #26, PO-2022-23. Litter Pickup Commissioner Biederman announced the litter pickup with the Driftwood Civic Association this Saturday at the Driftwood Ballfield. Flea Market Commissioner Biederman announced the Elks annual flea market this weekend, with proceeds helping veterans. Vice Mayor Nomination Commissioner Biederman congratulated Vice Mayor Gruber on being appointed Vice Mayor. Happy Holidays & New Year Commissioner Biederman wished everyone happy holidays and a happy New Year. 37. Commissioner Quintana, District 6 Community Shuttle Commissioner Quintana thanked Azita Behmardi, City Engineer, and her staff for working with Broward County on the new routes for the Community Shuttle in the area west of 28th Avenue and the Lakes area. Beverly Park Sidewalks Commissioner Quintana stated Beverly Park sidewalks are going to be installed in the near future. The area is also get sewers installed by Broward County and she wants to keep abreast of what is happening so everything runs smoothly between the City and County. Holiday Toy Distribution Commissioner Quintana announced the Community Enhancement Collaboration (CEC) 23rd Annual Toy Distribution a week from Saturday at Washington Park Community Center, please register children in advance on the CEC website. Happy Holidays & New Year Commissioner Quintana wished everyone happy holidays and a happy New Year. 38. Vice Mayor Shuham, District 1 Vice Mayor Nomination Commissioner Shuham congratulated Vice Mayor Gruber on being City of Hollywood Page 13 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final December 7, 2022 appointed. She commented on the vice mayor nomination process. Community Shuttle Commissioner Shuham thanked Azita Behmardi, City Engineer, for working with Broward County on the new routes for the Community Shuttle. Noise Issues Commissioner Shuham stated the City received complaints about the event last Sunday at Young Circle regarding the noise. The Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts, stated there were noise level issues that were attempted to be addressed that evening. The neighbors are feeling the bass levels, she wants to know if staff can research if there is any technology to measure bass levels separate and apart from noise levels. Short Term Rental Commissioner Shuham stated she is concerned about the many new apartment complexes being built and wants Commission support for staff to look at ways that the apartments do not become short term rentals . Commissioner Anderson, Commissioner Callari and Vice Mayor Gruber supported the request. Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) Commissioner Shuham stated the MPO agenda does not have an agenda item for the I 95 design. However, staff has informed her that the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) has come forward with a revised design which is much better. Seawalls Commissioner Shuham stated at the CRA meeting there was discussion about using CRA property improvement grants for seawalls. She asked for Commission support for staff to search for external grants for seawalls, for non CRA district properties. Mayor Levy and Commissioner Callari supported the request. Happy Holidays & New Year Commissioner Shuham wished everyone happy holidays and a happy New Year. Vice Mayor Nomination Commissioner Callari stated if there are no nominations being done, there should be a list with the next several persons in line to be appointed Vice Mayor. City of Hollywood Page 14 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final December 7, 2022 Commissioner Callari suggested having staff come with suggestions on the rotation of how the vice mayor will be selected, with a tie breaker by district. Mayor Levy and Commissioner Shuham supported the request. Commissioner Callari left the meeting at 3:21 PM. 39. Mayor Levy Approved Charity List Mayor Levy stated he has the list of 501c3 approved charities according to the Broward County ethics code. He asked the Commission if they had any additional charities to add to the list Mayor Levy suggested adding 1,000 Mermaids Project Corp and Ocean Rescue Alliance, Inc. Commissioner Biederman stated the Grape for Grades is no longer supporting the Hollywood Scholarship Foundation, they are supporting the Broward Education Foundation. Commissioner Shuham suggested adding Humane Society. Vice Mayor Gruber suggested adding Hatzalah South Florida Fire Rescue. Mayor Levy asked the City Attorney to bring back a resolution. Affordable Housing Mayor Levy explained Broward County adopted a land use policy regulation regarding affordable housing along State arterial roads, which was presented to the Commission by Broward County Commissioner Steven Geller. Mayor Levy requested Commission support for staff to bring back to the Commission an item to adopt. Commissioner Anderson and Vice Mayor Gruber supported the request. Climate Summit Mayor Levy announced today kicks of the Climate Leadership Summit taking place at The Museum of Discovery and Science at 6:00 PM with a welcome speech by him. The summit will be held on December 8th and 9th, 2022, which is sold out. DMV Mobile Unit Mayor Levy thanked Representative Marie Woodson for having the DMV mobile unit here yesterday at City Hall. 5K Run Mayor Levy announced the Rotary Club will be putting on a 5k Run in January on Hollywood beach to raise funds for Hollywood PAL. Happy Holidays & New Year City of Hollywood Page 15 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final December 7, 2022 Mayor Levy wished everyone happy holidays and a happy New Year. 40. City Attorney Happy Holidays & New Year Douglas Gonzales, City Attorney, wished everyone happy holidays and a happy New Year. Vice Mayor Nomination Douglas Gonzales, City Attorney, congratulated Vice Mayor Gruber on his appointment. 41. City Manager Climate Summit Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, announced there will be a Climate Leadership Summit taking place at Broward County Convention Center on December 8th and 9th, 2022. Several staff members will be attending and taking part in the discussions. Annual Shop With A Cop Event Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, announced the Police Department will host their annual Shop With A COP event next week. COVID Testing Site Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, announced the last remaining Curative COVID testing site will be closing at the Oak Lake Community Center on Wednesday, December 28, 2022. New Director of Public Utilities Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, introduced the new Director of Public Utilities Vincent Morellow. Vincent Morellow, Director of Public Utilities, introduced himself and gave a brief history of his background. Happy Holidays & New Year Dr. Wazir Ishmael, City Manager, wished everyone happy holidays and a happy New Year. The Commission recessed at 3:37 PM and reconvened at 5:00 PM with Commissioner Anderson absent. 32. CITIZENS’ COMMENTS City of Hollywood Page 16 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final December 7, 2022 The following individuals expressed personal opinions/concerns: 1. Harry Haft, 1612 Adams Street 2. Claire Garret, 3148 Calle Largo Drive Commissioner Anderson arrived at the meeting at 5:02 PM. 3. Andre Brown, 2316 Mayo Street 4. Elliott Ramon, Hollywood Park Apartment 42. The meeting adjourned at 5:10 PM. ______________________________ Patricia A. Cerny, MMC City Clerk Hollywood, Florida Approved on: _________________________ City of Hollywood Page 17