Regular City Commission Meeting

City of Hollywood Hollywood City Hall 2600 Hollywood Blvd Hollywood, FL 33020 http://www.hollywoodfl.org Meeting Minutes - Final Wednesday, May 3, 2023 1:00 PM Commission Chambers Room 219 Regular City Commission Meeting CITY COMMISSION Josh Levy, Mayor Adam Gruber, Vice Mayor - District 4 Caryl Shuham, Commissioner - District 1 Linda Hill Anderson, Commissioner - District 2 Traci Callari, Commissioner - District 3 Kevin Biederman, Commissioner - District 5 Idelma Quintana, Commissioner - District 6 George R. Keller, Jr., CPPT, City Manager Douglas R. Gonzales, City Attorney Patricia A. Cerny, City Clerk Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final May 3, 2023 . The Regular City Commission Meeting of the City of Hollywood, Florida, was called to order by Mayor Levy on Wednesday, May 3, 2023 at 1:08 PM in the City Commission Room, Room 219, 2600 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, Florida. 1. Moment of Silence 2. Pledge of Allegiance McArthur High School Chorus sang the National Anthem. 3. Recognition of Veterans, Active Service Personnel & Their Families 4. Roll Call Present: Commissioner Caryl Shuham, Commissioner Linda Anderson, Commissioner Traci Callari, Vice Mayor 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-2023-105 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Implement A Settlement With Chantal Paul. 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-2023-106 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Implement A Settlement With Trudy Sacco. 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 1 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final May 3, 2023 7. R-2023-107 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Implement A Settlement With Anna Karahalios. 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-2023-108 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The Third Amendment To The Ground Lease Agreement Between Broward County And The City Of Hollywood, For The Construction And Maintenance Of The Second Floor Library Development Services Buildout Project. 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-2023-109 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute A Blanket Purchase Agreement With Proforce Marketing, Inc., Or Clyde Armory, Inc., For Law Enforcement Rifles And Related Equipment In An Amount Not To Exceed $227,604.00 Over A One-Year Period. 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) 10. R-2023-110 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute An Agreement For Traffic Control With Oakridge Property Association, Inc. 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) 11. R-2023-111 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Issue A Purchase Order To Environmental Products Group, Inc. For Wincan Pipeline Reporting Software In The Amount Of $32,670.50 In Accordance With Section 38.41(C)(2) Of The Procurement Code (Sole Source). City of Hollywood Page 2 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final May 3, 2023 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-2023-112 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Issue A Purchase Order To Arroyo Process Equipment Company For Aeration Train Mixers In An Amount Of $282,996.00 In Accordance With Section 38.41(C)(2) Of The Procurement Code (Sole Source). 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-2023-113 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 Ranch Cryogenics, Inc. For On-Site Cryogenic Oxygen Facility Services In An Annual Amount Not To Exceed $160,300.00 Over a Three-Year Period. 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-2023-114 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 A.J. Panzarella LLC For Screenings Removal and Shop Waste Disposal In An Annual Amount Of $254,648.80 Over a Two-Year Period From May 1, 2023, Through April 30, 2025. 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-2023-115 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 23-04 With Hazen And Sawyer, P.C. For In-House Support Services, On An As-Needed Basis, In An Amount Not To Exceed $250,000.00. 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 3 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final May 3, 2023 16. R-2023-116 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute An Interlocal Agreement With Broward County To Provide Cost Share Support Of A Solids Disposal Alternatives Study In A Total Amount Not To Exceed $78,720.36. 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-2023-117 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute A Professional Services Agreement With EAC Consulting, Inc. To Provide Professional Engineering Consulting Services For the Design, Construction Administration, and Grant Administration Of The Lift Stations N-07 And N-08 Upgrade Project In The Lump Sum Amount Of $515,189.62. 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-2023-118 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Issue A Purchase Order To CNH Industrial America LLC For The Purchase Of A 2023 New Holland T6.155 EC 4 Cyl STG5 Agricultural Tractor (#25) In An Amount Not To Exceed $118,132.60 Based Upon The State Of Florida Contract #25101900-21-STC, Group 13, Sub-Group A 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) 19. P-2023-045 A Proclamation In Recognition Of Haitian American Heritage Month, May 2023. Vice Mayor Gruber read the proclamation in recognition of Haitian American Heritage Month, May 2023. Ronald Surin, on behalf of Representative Marie Woodson, accepted the proclamation and thanked the Commission for the recognition. 20. P-2023-046 A Proclamation in Recognition of Drinking Water Week May 7 -13, 2023. Commissioner Quintana read the proclamation in recognition of Drinking Water Week, May 7-13, 2023. City of Hollywood Page 4 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final May 3, 2023 Vincent Morello, Director of Public Utilities, accepted the proclamation and thanked the Commission for the recognition. 21. P-2023-047 A Proclamation In Recognition Of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month - May 2023. Commissioner Anderson read the proclamation in recognition of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month - May 2023. Tai Vaz, Vice President of the Thailand American Association, accepted the proclamation and thanked the Commission for the recognition. 22. P-2023-048 A Proclamation In Recognition Of National Economic Development Week, May 8 -12, 2023. Mayor Levy read the proclamation in recognition of National Economic Development Week, May 7-13, 2023. Raelin Storey, Assistant City Manager, accepted the proclamation and thanked the Commission for the recognition. Marie Suarez, Greater Hollywood Chamber of Commerce, thanked the City for all that it does. Herb Conde-Parlato, Economic Development Manager, provided a presentation on what the Division of Economic Development does. 23. P-2023-049 A Proclamation In Recognition Of Public Service Recognition Week, May 7 - 13, 2023. Commissioner Callari read the proclamation in recognition of Public Service Recognition Week, May 7-13, 2023. Angela Lamos, Human Resources Administrator, accepted the proclamation and thanked the members of the Commission for the recognition. 24. P-2023-050 Presentation Of The Diamond Service Award Nominees And The Diamond Service Award Recipient By The Diamond Service Award Selection Committee And Recognition Of The May 2023 Team Diamond Award Recipients By The City Manager. Tammy Hechler, Director of Human Resources, and Tammie Thornton, Assistant Director of Human Resources, recognized all the Diamond Service Award Nominees; they read the commendation which resulted in Sharrice Lane, Human Resources Technician, being awarded with the City of Hollywood Page 5 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final May 3, 2023 Diamond Service Award. George R. Keller, Jr., City Manager, provided additional information. Sharrice Lane, Human Resources Technician, thanked the Commission and City Manager for the recognition. Tammie Hechler, Assistant Director of Human Resources, read the commendation which resulted in Design and Construction Management Capital Team being awarded the Team Diamond Award by the City Manager. George R. Keller, Jr., City Manager, provided additional information. Jose Cortes, Director of Design and Construction Management, thanked the Commission and City Manager for the recognition. 25. P-2023-051 A Proclamation In Recognition of Historic Preservation Month - May 2023. Commissioner Shuham read the proclamation in recognition of Historic Preservation Month, May 2023. Terry Cantrell, President of the Historical Preservation Board, accepted the proclamation and thanked the Commission for the recognition. 26. P-2023-052 Presentation by Andria Wingett, Deputy Director of Development Services, Regarding The 2023 Historic Preservation Award Recipients. Andria Wingett, Deputy Director of Development Services, explained the purpose of the award and introduced Terry Cantrell, Historic Preservation Board Chair. Terry Cantrell, Historic Preservation Board Chair, read the commendation which resulted in Stratford's Bar and Trulieve being recognized for the project at 2908 Hollywood Boulevard. Terry Cantrell, Historic Preservation Board Chair, read the commendation in recognition of the film The Grand Lady, for the Hollywood Beach Hollywood. Clive Taylor accepted the award and thanked the Commission for the recognition. 27. P-2023-053 Presentation By Sarah Perry, Mother Of Aden Perry In Honor Of Her Son, To The City Of Three Aden Perry Hero Life Rings For The Boat Ramps City of Hollywood Page 6 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final May 3, 2023 At The Hollywood Marina, Holland Park And Rotary Park. Sarah Perry presented three Aden Perry Hero Life Rings for the boat ramps at the Hollywood Marina, Holland Park and Rotary Park. Commissioner Anderson left the meeting at 2:43 PM. Discussion ensued among Ms. Perry and members of the Commission. George R. Keller, Jr., City Manager, provided additional information. 28. P-2023-054 Presentation By Terry Cantrell, Chair, Regarding The Annual Report For The Historic Preservation Board. Terry Cantrell, Chair, Historic Preservation Board, presented the annual report to the City Commission. Commissioner Anderson returned to the meeting at 2:47 PM. 29. P-2023-055 Presentation By Steven Toth, Chair, Regarding The Annual Report For The Young Circle ArtsPark Advisory Board. Vice Mayor Gruber left the meeting at 2:57 PM and returned at returned at 2:58 PM. Jill Weisberg, Vice Chair, Young Circle ArtsPark Advisory Board, presented the annual report for the board. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. 30. PO-2023-05 An Ordinance Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending The Subchapter Of Chapter 33 Of The Code Of Ordinances Titled “City Employees,” Under “General Provisions,” To Create A New Section 33.005 To Be Titled “State And National Criminal History Checks For Certain Municipal Employees” To Codify Requirements For Criminal History Records For Personnel In The Department Of Fire Rescue And Beach Safety; To Codify The Requirement For Criminal History Records Checks For Certain Municipal Employees And Appointees; Providing For Severability and Codification. 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 Deputy City Attorney read the ordinance title on second and final reading. City of Hollywood Page 7 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final May 3, 2023 ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Gruber, to adopt on second and final reading the Ordinance. The motion on roll call vote carried: Aye: Commissioner Shuham Commissioner Anderson Commissioner Callari Vice Mayor Gruber Commissioner Biederman Commissioner Quintana Mayor Levy Enactment No: O-2023-07 32. R-2023-120 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving and Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute A Comprehensive Agreement and An Amended and Restated Ground Lease With University Station I, LLC, an affiliate of Housing Trust Group, LLC, For The Development Of A Mixed-Use, Mixed-Income, Project Including Attainable Housing To Be Located On The City-Owned Parcels Of Land Between Fillmore And Polk Streets Along North 21st Avenue. Raelin Storey, Assistant City Manager, explained the intent of the resolution. Commissioner Callari left the meeting at 3:07 PM. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. ACTION: Motion was made by Vice Mayor Gruber, which was seconded by Commissioner Anderson, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed 6-0. Commissioner Callari was absent. 31. R-2023-119 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Considering A Request For An Appeal Of The Termination Of Privilege To Sell, Offer For Sale Or Deliver Or Permit To Be Consumed On The Premises Any Liquor, Beer Or Wine Beyond 12 Midnight On Any Day Of The Week At Ghost Bar & Restaurant, Pursuant To Section 113.25 Of The City Of Hollywood Code Of Ordinances. Daniel Aaronson, representative of Ghost Bar, stated they are withdrawing their appeal. Greg Rossman, City of Hollywood Special Counsel, stated per Code, the City Commission can uphold the decision of the Chief of Police for suspension, then come back in 6 months with a plan. City of Hollywood Page 8 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final May 3, 2023 Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. Damaris Hemlon, Deputy City Attorney, reviewed the standards of analysis. Commissioner Callari returned to the meeting at 3:21 PM. Greg Rossman, City of Hollywood Special Counsel, reviewed the facts which led to the decision by the Police Chief to suspend their privilege to sell liquor, beer or wine beyond 12 midnight. Daniel Aaronson, Attorney for Ghost Bar, provided a response. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Shuham, which was seconded by Commissioner Quintana, to adopt the Resolution upholding the Police Chief's determination to terminate the sale of liquor, beer or wine after midnight. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 35. R-2023-121 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Appointing Four Members To The Civil Service Board. George R. Keller. Jr., City Manager, explained the intent of the resolution. Tami Thorton, Assistant Director of Human Resources, provided additional information. 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 appointing Zulma Collaz as an individual who is employed in the private sector in a personnel administration position category; Jalane Meloun as an individual employed in the private sector in a non-management position category; Alex Recio as an individual employed in the private sector in a management position category; Mitchell Anton as an individual previously or presently employed in the public sector category. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 36. R-2023-122 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Ratifying The City Manager’s Approval Of A Purchase Order With Lanzo Construction Co., Florida, For The Emergency Repair Of A 48-Inch Sewer Gravity Main In An Amount Not To Exceed $4,083,120.00, City of Hollywood Page 9 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final May 3, 2023 Pursuant To Section 38.41(C)(1) Of The City’s Procurement Code; Approving A Construction Services Contract With Lanzo Co., Florida; Amending The Fiscal Year 2023 Operating Budget and Capital Improvement Plan. (Emergency Purchases) George R. Keller, Jr., City Manager, explained the intent of the resolution. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Shuham, which was seconded by Commissioner Callari, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 37. R-2023-123 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing Appropriate City Officials To Execute A Contract With Envirowaste Services Group, Inc. In The Amount Of $1,057,085.00 For Construction Services Related to Inflow And Infiltration - Manhole Repairs; Approving And Authorizing Appropriate City Officials To Execute An Authorization To Proceed For Work Order Number CTA 23-01 With Craven, Thompson & Associates, Inc. In An Amount Not To Exceed $90,000.00 For Construction Administration Services For This Project. Vincent Morello, Director of Public Utilities, explained the intent of the resolution. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Shuham, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 38. R-2023-124 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing Appropriate City Officials To Execute A Contract With Inliner Solutions, LLC In An Amount Not To Exceed $1,000,000.00 For Construction Services Related To Inflow And Infiltration - Cured In Place Pipe Lining; Approving And Authorizing Appropriate City Officials To Execute An Authorization To Proceed For Work Order Number CTA 23-03 With Craven, Thompson & Associates, Inc. In An Amount Not To Exceed $90,000.00 For Construction Administration Services For This Project. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Shuham, which was seconded by Commissioner Callari, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 39. R-2023-125 A Resolution Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Extending An Invitation To The City Of Laayoune, In The Laayoune-Sakia El Hamra Region, Morocco, To Become A Sister City And Inviting The People Of Laayoune, Morocco To Participate In The Program. City of Hollywood Page 10 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final May 3, 2023 Mayor Levy explained the intent of the resolution. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Shuham, which was seconded by Commissioner Callari, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 40. Vice Mayor Gruber, District 4 Naming Rights Vice Mayor Gruber stated in this morning’s CRA meeting the bandshell at the beach and its naming rights were discussed. He requested information on attendance, foot traffic and live shows. He would like the same information the ArtsPark amphitheater. Rick Engle, Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts, reviewed the agreement with Margaritaville for the naming of the bandshell. He stated the agreement has an opportunity for Margaritaville to get a naming rights sponsor. He added the City would receive 25% of the sponsorship revenue. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission and staff regarding ArtsPark Amphitheatre and the sponsorship opportunities. Vice Mayor Gruber requested support to look into the idea of sponsorships. Mayor Levy, Commissioner Callari, and Commissioner Biederman supported the idea. Property Improvement Program Vice Mayor Gruber stated he would like staff to follow up with him regarding the shopping centers in the district that are in need of the Commercial Property Improvement Program. He stated the Sheridan Plaza was improved with some paint and the parking lot also had improvements. Commissioner Anderson left the meeting at 3:55 PM. Repaving Vice Mayor Gruber stated the paving of streets has been completed in various areas of District 4 with section of Sarazen Drive and North Park Road. He stated that because of the improvement it makes the non-improved areas more noticeable by the residents. He stated residents now realize how bad the roads are, and he is getting negative feedback from residents on the conditions of the road. He requested to know if there is anything that can be done. City of Hollywood Page 11 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final May 3, 2023 Gus Zambrano, Assistant City Manager for Sustainable Development, stated some of the projects were being moved forward. Commissioner Anderson returned to the meeting at 3:57 PM. 41. Commissioner Biederman, District 5 Naming Rights Commissioner Biederman stated he likes the idea of a local soft drink company to wrap our water tower with their label. He stated the pet food company Chewy may want to name the bandshell as their corporate offices are here in Hollywood. Mayor Levy suggested maybe to name the dog park after the company Chewy. Congratulations Commissioner Biederman congratulated Raelin Storey, Assistant City Manager, on her promotion to Assistant City Manager. Culture Exchange Commissioner Biederman stated he was looking forward to the cultural exchange next week in Morocco. 42. Commissioner Quintana, District 6 Walmart Parking Lot Commissioner Quintana stated the Walmart parking lot on State Road 7 and Hollywood Blvd. has been cleaned up and it looks fabulous. She would like to recognize the establishment and its employees who were outside ensuring the area was kept clean. Stormwater Master Plan Commissioner Quintana announced tomorrow is the Stormwater Master Plan public meeting at City Hall at 6:00 PM. She stated this is the last opportunity for the public to jparticipate and she encouraged everyone to attend the meeting. Hurricane Preparedness Commissioner Quintana announced the Hurricane Preparedness meeting is on May 16th at 6:00 PM. She encouraged everyone to attend as residents could use some reminders with Hurricane Season, which is just around the corner. Mother’s Day City of Hollywood Page 12 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final May 3, 2023 Commissioner Quintana wished everyone a Happy Mother’s Day on May 14th. 43. Commissioner Shuham, District 1 Hurricane Preparedness Commissioner Shuham stated the Hurricane Preparedness program has been changed from City Hall and will now take place at Orangebrook . She encouraged residents to come out. Concert Commissioner Shuham stated she would like to encourage everyone to come out on Sunday to Young Circle to experience the concert featuring Karl Denson and the Tiny Universe. She stated she hopes the weather is nice. Climate Change Commissioner Shuham stated at the last climate change taskforce meeting there was a presentation on the inter-governmental panel for climate change. She stated the presentation focused on heat . Commissioner Shuham requested support to have Dr. Jennifer Jurado, Chief Resiliency Officer for Broward County, to come to our meeting and speak regarding climate issues. She stated she would like the City to look into the heat policies. Congratulations Commissioner Shuham congratulated Raelin Storey, Assistant City Manager, on her well-deserved promotion to Assistant City Manager. She stated she is excited to have a new Assistant City Manager. 33. P-2023-056 Presentation By Commissioner Callari To Say Farewell To The Senior Members And To Award Them With A Scholarship Check For Their Participation In The Hollywood Youth Ambassador Program. Gianna Villella, Maria Funes, Ashley Dorvilus and Verlanda Jean-Jaques, provided a presentation on their trip to Washington in December. Commissioner Callari presented the senior members with their completion certificate, sash, and scholarship check. Commissioner Callari provided a presentation on the Hollywood Youth Ambassadors program. City of Hollywood Page 13 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final May 3, 2023 44. Commissioner Anderson, District 2 Drain Clearing Commissioner Anderson thanked the Department of Public Utilities for clearing the drains during the rain. She requested to have flood signs placed in the bad flood prone areas to warn residents before they venture on those streets. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center Bus Commissioner Anderson stated she would like an update on the bus for the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center. She stated it has been two years and would like some type of information regarding this situation. Mother’s Day Commissioner Anderson wished everyone a Happy Mother’s Day. Festival Commissioner Anderson announced on Sunday, May 14th at ArtsPark will be the Art of Reggae Music Festival event for families. 45. Commissioner Callari, District 3 Youth Ambassadors Commissioner Callari thanked everyone for their support of the Youth Ambassador Program. School Resource Officers (SRO) Commissioner Callari thanked Chris O’Brien, Police Chief, for working with Broward County School Board on the SRO funding issue. Apologies Commissioner Callari apologized to Fire, Police and General employees as she is not always able to make it to the employee ceremonies due to her work obligations at the hospital. Drain Debris Commissioner Callari stated she would like to see if Code Enforcement can come up with a way to enforce landscapers to clean up their debris . She stated when they blow grass into the streets it clogs the drains and this contributes to the flooding issues. HOA’s Commissioner Callari stated she would like Commission support to see if City staff can find ways of establishing HOA's within the neighborhoods . City of Hollywood Page 14 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final May 3, 2023 She stated this will help with the impacts of some of the vacation rentals . Mayor Levy and Vice Mayor Gruber supported the idea. Commission in the Community Commissioner Callari stated on May 24th the City will hold a Commission in the Community event at Stan Goldman Park. Commissioner Callari stated she wants to change the format of the meeting, and she encouraged residents to submit questions in advance so that they can be addressed at the meeting. Commissioner Callari stated she wants the directors and supervisors to attend the meeting, and to invite Waste Pro and Civic Associations, so that the residents can have resources available to them. Mayor Levy stated as host Commissioner, she can choose how to handle the event. Historical Buildings Commissioner Callari stated there is a piece of Hollywood in every district that is at least 50 years old. She would like to see the City embrace it and create a historical tour within the City. Mother’s Day Commissioner Callari wished everyone a Happy Mother’s Day. 46. Mayor Levy Israel Independence Mayor Levy stated at the ArtsPark this past weekend an event was held to celebrate the 75th Anniversary of Israel’s independence. He stated over 11 thousand people attended and the event had a great lay out with a kids zone, food, lots of artists, and the Consulate General attended. It was a fun event. Pickle Ball Mayor Levy stated he played pickle ball at Stan Goldman Park and there were 80 people waiting to play on one of the 5 courts. Mayor Levy asked staff to reach out to Broward County Parks to see if there are pickle ball opportunities at West Lake Park or TY Park. Stormwater Master Plan Mayor Levy stated he attended the Stormwater Master Plan presentation last night at the Hollywood Beach Community Center and he wanted to thank staff for the presentation. He stated when leaving he noticed the pooling of water. Mayor Levy stated the discussion regarding valves on the barrier island was the most important aspect to reduce the flooding. City of Hollywood Page 15 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final May 3, 2023 Fitness Zone Mayor Levy stated the City is pursuing a Memorial Fitness Zone for the ArtsPark. Sister City Mayor Levy stated he is excited to form a relationship with Laayoune, Morocco. Boat Slips Mayor Levy stated it has been some time since the Broward County commercial boat slips applications needed to be submitted. There is a limited time with the County for processing and stated he was advised by the County to have the City fill out a application form to become part of the list. He requested support to have a City application sent in . Commissioner Callari and Vice Mayor Gruber supported the idea. Railway Progress Mayor Levy stated he is excited about the Broward Commuter Rail South progress. 47. City Attorney Damaris Henlon, Deputy City Attorney, had no further comments. 48. City Manager Consent Agenda Items George R. Keller, Jr., City Manager, highlighted some of the consent items on today’s agenda which all were passed that will contribute to storm improvement issues and will bring a better quality of living for our residents. Police Memorial Program George R. Keller, Jr., City Manager, stated tomorrow at 10:00 AM at the Police Station, the Fallen Officer’s Memorial program will take place. He invited everyone to attend. Flooding Event After Action Report George R. Keller, Jr., City Manager, stated the After Action Report from the flooding event was distributed and he would like to recognize the departments involved. He stated the action steps needed are being implemented, and the City will continue to take action steps. Waste Pro City of Hollywood Page 16 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final May 3, 2023 George R. Keller, Jr., City Manager, stated there has been some progress regarding the 10 year contract with Waste Pro. He stated there is one major issue that has not been completed which concerns the new vehicles that have not been purchased. He added this is a major concern and Waste Pro will have to make a formal request if they would like to amend the contract. Disaster Relief George R. Keller, Jr., City Manager, stated the State Disaster Declaration was received for Broward County for the flooding events. He stated residents and business owners can apply for federal assistance through FEMA. Rainy Season George R Keller, Jr., City Manager, stated the rainy season has started and there will be a Disaster Preparation Community meeting on May 16th. He stated the meeting will focus on evacuations and storm surge . He added the biggest challenge is the mindset of people accepting that they need to leave their homes. Concert George R. Keller, Jr., City Manager, stated on Sunday, May 7th from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM at the ArtsPark there will be a concert featuring Uncle Scotchie. Brownfields George R. Keller, Jr., City Manager, stated Andria Wingett, Assistant Director of Development Services, has an announcement about the brownfields. Andria Wingett, Assistant Director of Development Services, stated in accordance with the Brownfield Redevelopment Act in Florida Statutes Sections 376.77-376.86, the City will be holding it’s first of two public hearings on May 17, 2023 for the properties: located at 820-890 N State Road 7 and 6028 Johnson Street (Pinnacle); and for all of the properties generally located north of Pembroke Road, East of I 95, South of Sheridan Street and west of 17th Avenue in the City’s Regional Activity Center. This will allow the properties to be a specified redevelopment area known as a Brownfield Area for the corresponding provision of environmental remediation, rehabilitation and economic development . The areas under consideration will be known as: Pinnacle at State Road 7 Brownfield Area; Hollywood Regional Activity Center Redevelopment Area. 34. P-2023-057 Presentation Of Awards By Ali Parker, Public Utilities Outreach City of Hollywood Page 17 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final May 3, 2023 Coordinator, To The Winners Of The 2023 City Of Hollywood, Florida Water Conservation Poster Contest. Ali Parker, Public Utilities Outreach Coordinator, presented awards to the 2023 City of Hollywood Florida Water Conservation Poster Contest winners. 49. The meeting adjourned at 5:23 PM. ______________________________ Patricia A. Cerny, MMC City Clerk Hollywood, Florida Approved on: _________________________ City of Hollywood Page 18