Regular City Commission Meeting

City of Hollywood Hollywood City Hall 2600 Hollywood Blvd Hollywood, FL 33020 http://www.hollywoodfl.org Meeting Minutes - Final Wednesday, October 4, 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 October 4, 2023 . The Regular City Commission Meeting of the City of Hollywood, Florida, was called to order by Mayor Levy on Wednesday, October 4, 2023 at 1:05 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: 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-2023-303 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Apply For, And If Awarded, Accept Federal Funds From The Federal Emergency Management Agency Through The Hazard Mitigation Grant Program For A Local Hazard Mitigation Project; 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) 6. R-2023-304 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving The City Of Hollywood 2024 Federal Legislative Agenda. City of Hollywood Page 1 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final October 4, 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) 7. R-2023-305 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute A One-Year Agreement With CIGNA For Stop Loss Insurance For An Annual Amount Not To Exceed $683,274.90. 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-2023-307 A Resolution Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute An Interlocal Agreement With Broward County To Support The Approved Development At The Diplomat Activity Center. 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-2023-308 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The Modification And Extension Of The Line Of Credit Agreement With City National Bank For A Three-Year Term To Maintain A Line Of Credit Facility To Assist The City In Meeting The Costs Of Recovery In The Event Of A Disaster. 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-2023-309 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Issue A Blanket Purchase Agreement To Broward Sheriff’s Office For The Purchase Of Medical Supplies, Fire Equipment And Janitorial Supplies In An Annual Amount Up To $170,000.00, In Accordance With Section 38.41(C)(9) Of The Procurement Code. (Best Interest) 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-2023-310 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Accept, If Awarded, The Broward County 2024/2025 Broward Boating Improvement Program City of Hollywood Page 2 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final October 4, 2023 Grant For The Hollywood Marina Master Plan Phase I Fuel Pier Improvement Project In The Amount Of $137,000.00; Authorizing 50% Matching Funds To Be Paid From The Capital Improvement Program Fund; Authorizing The Execution Of An Agreement With The Florida Fish And Wildlife Conservation Commission; Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute All Applicable Grant Documents. 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-2023-311 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Accept The Fish Florida Grant Program For The Hollywood Kids Fishing Tournament In The Amount Of $2,500.00 Along With 40 Rod And Reel Combos With Tackle Kits; Authorizing The Execution Of An Agreement With The Fish Florida; Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute An Unlimited Release And Indemnity And All Other Applicable Grant Documents; Amending The Fiscal Year 2024 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) 14. R-2023-312 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute A Blanket Purchase Agreement With Broward College To Enroll Police Officers, Community Service Officers, And City Personnel In Academy And Training Classes In An Annual Amount Up To $250,000.00 Over A One-Year Period In Accordance With Section 38.41(C)(11)(H) Of The Procurement Code. (Exceptions) 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-2023-313 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute An Agreement With Greenberg Traurig, P.A., For Utility Legal Consulting Services, In An Amount Up To $500,000.00 For Fiscal Year 2024. 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. P-2023-086 A Proclamation In Recognition Of National Breast Cancer Awareness City of Hollywood Page 3 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final October 4, 2023 Month, October 2023. Commissioner Anderson read the proclamation in recognition of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, October 2023. Sharrice Lane, Human Resources Benefits Coordinator, and Angela Mercer, American Cancer Society, accepted the proclamation, thanked the Commission for the recognition and explained the activities planned for the month. 17. P-2023-087 A Proclamation In Recognition Of Cybersecurity Awareness Month, October 2023. Vice Mayor Gruber read the proclamation in recognition of Cybersecurity Awareness Month, October 2023. Raheem Seecharan, Director of Information Technology, accepted the proclamation and thanked the Commission for the recognition. George R. Keller, Jr., City Manager, stated with this new budget year a new cybersecurity network engineer will be hired. Michael Hastings, CISA, provided additional information on cybersecurity. 18. P-2023-088 A Proclamation In Recognition Of The 40th Anniversary Of Hollywood Miramar Cuban Bakery, October 15, 2023. Commissioner Quintana read the proclamation in recognition of the 40th anniversary of Hollywood Miramar Cuban Bakery, October 15, 2023. Alex Recio, Hollywood Miramar Cuban Bakery, accepted the proclamation and thanked the Commission for the recognition. 19. R-2023-314 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Making Findings And Designating As A Brownfield Area Real Property Located At 309 And 421 N. 21st Avenue and 2031 Polk Street, Hollywood, Florida 33020, To Be Known As University Station Green Reuse Area, For The Purpose Of Rehabilitation, Job Creation And Promoting Economic Redevelopment; Authorizing The City Of Hollywood To Notify The Florida Department Of Environmental Protection Of The Designation. (21-DP-43a) 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. City of Hollywood Page 4 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final October 4, 2023 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) 20. P-2023-089 Presentation By Todd Brauer, The Whitehouse Group, Regarding The Recommended Strategic Plan Update Next Steps Adam Reichbach, Assistant City Manager for Finance and Administration, provided an introduction of the presentation. Todd Brauer, The Whitehouse Group, provided a presentation on the strategic plan process to date and the next steps. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. 22. R-2023-316 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending Resolution R-2017-375; Approving The “Griffin Centre” Plat, Being In The City Of Hollywood, Broward County, Florida, And Generally Located On The Northeast Corner Of State Road 7 And Griffin Road. 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. Andria Wingett, Director of Development Services, explained the intent of the resolution. 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) 23. R-2023-317 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending Resolution R-2017-373 Regarding The Traffic Signal Bond Relating To The Site Plan Approval For The Construction Of A Mixed-Use Planned Development (PD) Known As “441 Roc”, Generally Located On The Northeast Corner Of State Road 7 And Griffin Road. (17-P-21B) 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) 8. R-2023-306 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute All Local Agency Program Agreements And Supplemental Agreements For City of Hollywood Page 5 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final October 4, 2023 Construction And Construction Engineering Inspection Services With The Florida Department Of Transportation In Order To Receive Reimbursement Funds For The Beverly Park Sidewalk And ADA Compliance Project, And The Hollywood Beach Heights And Hollywood Country Estates Sidewalks, ADA Compliance, And Sharrow Projects. Discussion ensued among 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) 24. R-2023-318 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute Blanket Purchase Agreements With Qualified Firms In Ranked Order For Emergency Residential Roofing Repairs And The Installation Of Impact Windows And Doors For A Combined Amount Up To $1,500,000.00 For A Term Of Three Years In Accordance With Section 38.43 Of The Procurement Code (Formal Solicitation. Procedure) Ryon Coote, Community Development Manager, explained the intent of the resolution. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. Steve Stewart, Director of Procurement & Contract Compliance, provided additional information. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Gruber, to adopt the Resolution with an amendment to leave the qualifying window open, that if additional companies submit the proper qualifying paperwork, they too can be added to the qualified firms list. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 25. Commissioner Quintana, District 6 Sun Shuttle Commissioner Quintana announced the Sun Shuttle West is up and running. She stated the shuttle is a way to avoid parking issues and she encouraged residents to take advantage of the opportunity . Commissioner Quintana stated it is a free service when you use the ride circuit app and travel within the three zones. City of Hollywood Page 6 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final October 4, 2023 Taste of Washington Park Commissioner Quintana announced the Taste of Washington Park fundraiser event. She stated the event will take place at Washington Park Community Center on October 10, 2023 at 7:00 PM. She stated the event will have numerous cuisine choices such as Southern, Cuban, and Caribbean. She encouraged everyone to come out to help the event reach its goal for the holiday toy giveaway. Commission in the Community Commissioner Quintana announced she will host the Commission in the Community event on October 11, 2023, at Orange Brook Elementary School. She stated she has partnered with the school to have a lot of families come to the event and she is looking forward to meeting the residents of District 6 and enjoying a spaghetti dinner being prepared by school staff. Read a Book Commissioner Quintana announced on October 26, 2023, the Read for the Record Event will take place. She stated the mission is to promote literacy and help children develop a love for reading. Commissioner Quintana stated those who would like to volunteer to take part in the event can sign up at www.handsonbroward.org. City Operations Commissioner Quintana stated the City does a lot to provide services and strives for the best to accommodate its residents. She stated the City runs similar to a business with the Commission acting as the Board of Directors. Commissioner Quintana stated it becomes frustrating when things are said regarding the way the City Manager runs the City. She stated she wanted George R. Keller Jr., City Manager, to speak on his procedures. George R. Keller, Jr., City Manager, thanked Commissioner Quintana for the opportunity to speak and stated that these rumors are in reference to several employees that no longer work for the City. He stated it was necessary to take administrative action in these cases and investigations are ongoing as the acts were unethical or maybe illegal. George R . Keller, Jr., City Manager, stated the City takes the residents’ business seriously because it is the public’s money, and therefore action was taken. Commissioner Quintana thanked George R. Keller Jr., City Manager, and stated the City Commission is committed to an ethical and transparent run government. City of Hollywood Page 7 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final October 4, 2023 26. Commissioner Shuham, District 1 Planning and Development Commissioner Shuham stated the Commission received an email from the City Attorney regarding Section 5.8. and she is requesting Commission support to remove Section 5.8 from the Zoning and Land Development Code regarding zoning relief procedures. She stated she did not see the benefit to have it in there and she supports the City Attorney to remove it. Douglas Gonzales, City Attorney, explained as part of the code rewrite this provision will be removed. Attorneys Commissioner Shuham requested Commission support to look into why the City has one attorney for the City staff and one attorney for Planning & Development Board. She stated other cities do not do it this way and if it is not necessary then she would like to look into removing one of the attorneys. Mayor Levy and Vice Mayor Gruber supported the idea. Traffic Patterns Commissioner Shuham stated she felt it was a good idea for the City to have its own traffic engineer or a dedicated traffic engineer. She stated this person would understand first-hand the issues the City faces with its traffic. She requested Commission support for staff to research having a dedicated traffic engineer. Azita Behmardi, Deputy Director of Development Services, stated Lisa Bernstein is the City's consultant who is the traffic engineer, and the City does not have a traffic engineer on staff, but staff will research the issue. Live Local Act Workshop Commissioner Shuham requested support for a workshop with Zyscovich on the impact of the Live Local Act, and how it is impacting the vision for the City. She stated she would like to discuss the impacts of Live Local, State laws, and zoning. Commissioner Shuham stated she would like an attorney present at the workshop who is familiar with the Live Local Act . Commissioner Anderson and Commissioner Callari supported the idea. Walking Trail Commissioner Shuham stated regarding the 5k walking / jogging trail that runs from Dania Pier to North Beach Park, she wanted to let everyone know there will be some signs along the trail that will show how far you have traveled. Commissioner Shuham stated it was a nice collaboration between the two cities and she thanked Commissioner City of Hollywood Page 8 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final October 4, 2023 Davis from the City of Dania Beach for the idea. Vice Mayor Gruber left the meeting at 2:25 PM. FDOT Meeting Commissioner Shuham announced that FDOT is having a meeting on October 11, 2023, at 6:00 PM at the Marriott at 2501 North Ocean Drive to discuss drainage improvements. Commissioner Shuham stated the City Commission would not be able to attend due to the Commission in the Community Event. Boat Race Commissioner Shuham announced the cardboard race will take place on October 14, 2023, at the Hollywood Marina. She stated the event is a lot of fun and consists of boats constructed from cardboard. Commissioner Shuham thanked staff for their hard work in putting the event together. 27. Commissioner Anderson, District 2 Vice Mayor Gruber returned to the meeting at 2:26 PM. Thank you Commissioner Anderson thanked Jaime Hernandez, Emergency & Governmental Affairs Manager, and Dwayne Chung, Homeless Program Coordinator, on educating the residents in District 2 and how to call the appropriate Police or emergency lines. She stated Mr. Hernandez is always available to answer any questions for District 2 residents. Liberia Centennial Celebration Commissioner Anderson announced Liberia is having its 100th birthday. She stated the Liberia Centennial Celebration event will take place November 3 - 5, 2023. She stated a welcome ceremony will take place on Friday and festivities will continue on into Saturday with a morning parade and an evening banquet. Disturbances Commissioner Anderson stated the Triple B Bar and Grill’s hours are open beyond the closing time frame listed. She stated the residents have been contacting her to see if the area can be cleared of any late -night disturbances. Redwood Fire Restaurant Commissioner Anderson stated she visited the Redwood Bar Restaurant and was happy to see there are so many different choices of restaurants coming to the City. She stated this is an exciting time as it will bring more City of Hollywood Page 9 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final October 4, 2023 tourists to the area. 28. Commissioner Callari, District 3 Washington, D.C. Meeting Commissioner Callari stated on October 18th she will be in Washington, D.C. with the Florida League of Cities and will miss the Commission Meeting. She will be there finding out about funding options for the City. Beach Run/Walk Event Commissioner Callari announced the Police Department will have a run/walk event to honor fallen Police Lieutenant John Graham. She stated the event will be held on the beach at 300 Connecticut Street on October 18, 2023, at 7:00 AM. Two Year Anniversary Commissioner Callari announced the two-year anniversary for the passing of Police Officer Yandy Chirino is approaching. She requested everyone to keep law enforcement personnel in their prayers. Incorrect Trees Commissioner Callari stated the trees that were planted along Park Road and 56th Avenue were placed in the wrong areas. She requested for staff to look into relocating or replanting these trees so when they mature, they do not grow into electrical wires. Sunset Park Commissioner Callari recapped the Sunset Park plans meeting. She requested residents to come out and share their comments and provide input on the plans. Commissioner Callari stated there will be several other meetings that will take place in each district. This is a great opportunity for the City to see what the wants and needs of the residents are. Solar Panels Commissioner Callari stated she would like staff to look into opportunities to partner with a company regarding solar panels or devices. She stated that maybe the partnership could be with Florida Power and Light (FPL). She stated this would be a good opportunity if these devices could add extra power to our parks. 29. Vice Mayor Gruber, District 4 Rainbow Challenge Vice Mayor Gruber announced the Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) will City of Hollywood Page 10 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final October 4, 2023 hold their Second Annual Reading Rainbow Challenge. He stated this will take place on October 26, 2023 and will honor the life of Rayne Fiallo and promote literacy in our youth. Vice Mayor Gruber announced the challenge will take place at West Hollywood Elementary School and Hollywood Central Elementary School. He stated at the conclusion of the 60 day challenge the schools will receive an ice cream party. Sun Shuttle Vice Mayor Gruber requested an update for the added neighborhoods for the sun shuttle west. He stated these expansions would include Driftwood, Playland Estates and the Publix shopping center on Sheridan Street. Vice Mayor Gruber stated it would be a great service for the residents to use. Parking Program Vice Mayor Gruber stated the City has a resident parking program that provides a 50% discount at the beach. He encouraged residents to sign up so they can utilize the discount and make their beach trip more affordable. Vice Mayor Gruber requested staff to provide more advertising that would get the word out to more of the citizens. King Tides Vice Mayor Gruber stated there was a significant rain event this past Sunday combined with King Tides. He requested if staff had any observations of the two events taking place at the same time, he would love to hear feedback on the subject. Lighting Vice Mayor Gruber thanked the Department of Public Works for the light installations on Stirling Road. He stated there are still some that have not been installed along part of City of Dania Beach side. Vice Mayor Gruber requested staff to reach out to the City of Dania Beach to work with them to have the lights installation completed. New Reefs Vice Mayor Gruber stated there will be new reefs coming to the beach and they will be 400 to 600 feet from the sand. He requested beach safety to provide input to ensure everything will be safe for swimmers. 21. R-2023-315 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Considering A Request For A Waiver Of The 500 Foot Distance Requirement For Liquor Stores And Stand-Alone Bars Pursuant To Chapter 113, Hollywood Code Of Ordinances, For The Properties Located At 1740 South Young Circle And 1701-1735 East Young Circle. (Walgreens, Walgreens Liquor, B57 And 58) (23-W-78) City of Hollywood Page 11 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final October 4, 2023 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) 30. Commissioner Biederman, District 5 Thank You Commissioner Biederman thanked the Police Department for the National Night Out event. He stated the Police Department always interacts positively with the public and it was really great to see the turnout. Street Flooding Commissioner Biederman stated a resident suggested when the street is flooded that the City contact the delivery drivers to inform them of the street flooding, so they do not drive in a reckless manner. He stated this will benefit the delivery company because then they do not pose an issue with their vehicles. Commissioner Biederman requested the City Manager put these companies on a flooding alert from the City. Adopt A Family for Christmas Commissioner Biederman announced the Boys and Girls Club is having adopt a family for Christmas. He stated if anyone would like to adopt a family this holiday season please reach out to the Boys and Girls Club in Hollywood. Flea Market Commissioner Biederman announced the Elks Club will have their monthly Flea Market that will take place this Saturday, from 8:00 AM till 2:00 PM. He stated the vendor fees will be donated to the Veterans outreach programs. Streetlights Commissioner Biederman stated the streetlights in the front of Chabad on Sheridan Street between 74th Avenue and 76th Avenue are still not working. A report was made and he requested staff to check on this, so it is not dark when the congregation leaves for the night. RV List Commissioner Biederman stated in past meetings he has spoken about creating an additional RV storage lot in the City. He stated currently there is a waitlist of over 400 people to rent a space. Commissioner Biederman stated there are over 300 violations in the City regarding RV’s. City of Hollywood Page 12 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final October 4, 2023 Paddle Board Commissioner Biederman stated the residents in Boulevard Heights were excited to hear renovations at Holland Park will consist of a paddle board kiosk. He stated this will give those an opportunity to paddleboard without the rough ocean waves. Commissioner Biederman stated the park offers two boat ramps and it is a beautiful park. Activity and Events Commissioner Biederman stated residents would like more activities to be available to them at the Boulevard Height Amphitheater. He stated there used to be regular concerts that the Fabulons, a local group, who would play along with the quarterly food trucks event. Commissioner Callari requested more information on the RV storage issue. She questioned if the people with violations were willing to pay for the storage unit. Commissioner Callari stated with the additional information it would help staff to be able to find a solution to the issue. Commissioner Callari stated she wanted to end the rumors regarding of having a RV storage area in Sunset Park. She stated the Commission was not moving forward with any RV lot in the park. George R. Keller, Jr, City Manager, stated the City is looking for options to resolve the issue with RV parking and is currently pursuing potential sites. He stated they will bring back the findings to the Commission to make a decision. 31. Mayor Levy National Night Out Mayor Levy thanked everyone who participated in the National Night Out event. He thanked the Police Department for putting the event together as it was an enjoyable time. Fred Lippman Multipurpose Center Mayor Levy stated he spoke with a senior citizen who stated how she enjoys senior citizen events at the Fred Lippman Multipurpose Center . He stated the parking lot for the center is being used for construction crews who are working in the area. He requested staff address this issue as the lot is for the Fred Lippman Multipurpose Center patrons. Capital Project Tracking Tool Mayor Levy thanked Jose Cortez, Director of Design & Construction Management, for the Capital Project Tracking Tool. He stated he is City of Hollywood Page 13 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final October 4, 2023 looking forward to seeing the status of projects at his fingertips. Utility Poles Mayor Levy stated he has requested City staff to have regular meetings with AT&T, Comcast, and FPL in order to eliminate the second redundant utility poles. He stated he would like to see the State act to have these companies transition over. Mayor Levy stated the problem is most companies do not want to pay FPL the transition costs. Live Local Act Mayor Levy stated the City Commission supported looking into the commercial corridors regarding the workshop for Live Local Act. He requested staff to look into mixed use zoning opportunities on the East/West corridors. Mayor Levy stated he would like to include a discussion on corridor zoning so that developers do not have to use Live Local Act. Washington, D.C. Trip Mayor Levy stated he was in Washington, D.C. last week with other elected officials and administration from Broward County discussing the issues in Port Everglades. He stated while in D.C. he took a bike ride and provided pictures to show the bike lanes and how they are protected between the sidewalk and the parked cars. He suggested the City do something similar. Commissioner Callari and Commissioner Quintana supported looking into this for the City. Azita Behmardi, Deputy Director of Development Services, provided additional information regarding the bike lanes. She stated the Engineering Division will be doing a pilot on North Park Road and she hopes the feedback will enhance the program to go further. Implementation of this will take place during the Summer of 2024. Commissioner Shuham requested the Engineering Division speak with FDOT again regarding installations on the bike lanes on Hollywood Blvd. Tidal Flooding Mayor Levy stated in the meeting with staff the beach was discussed regarding the flooding and how the pumps work to prevent back flow. He stated he wanted to thank the Department of Public Utilities for going and making observations on the King Tides and taking notes on the hotspots and the overflowing seawalls. Mayor Levy stated there are opportunities to move forward and resolve issues on the beach. 32. City Attorney City of Hollywood Page 14 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final October 4, 2023 Douglas Gonzales, City Attorney, had no further comments. 33. City Manager Congratulations George R. Keller Jr., City Manager, congratulated Andria Wingett, Director of Development Services, and Jovan Douglas, Director of Parking and Code Compliance, on their permanent promotional positions. He stated they were well earned, and he was happy he was able to provide these promotions to the well-deserving staff members. FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant George R. Keller Jr., City Manager, stated one of the items on the consent agenda today was the pursuit of FEMA hazard mitigation grant . He stated this item has a lot of value as it will allow the City to make storm water improvements within the Lakes of Emerald Hills area. Emergency Line Of Credit George R. Keller Jr., City Manager, stated also on the consent agenda was the line of credit agreement with City National Bank. He stated the 3-year agreement would help future emergencies within the City. Halloween Boo Bash George R. Keller Jr., City Manager, announced the annual Halloween Boo Bash will take place on October 27, 2023 at 5:00 PM in ArtsPark. Hollyweird George R. Keller Jr., City Manager, announced on October 28, 2023, the annual Hollyweird adult block party will take place. He stated $ 10,000 in prizes will be available for participants. Recapturing the Swales George R. Keller Jr., City Manager, announced there will be a virtual meeting on Thursday, October 5, 2023 at 6:00 PM to discuss recapturing of swales. NORESCO Lighting Project George R. Keller Jr., City Manager, announced a meeting regarding the NORESCO lighting project will be held on Thursday October 12, 2023 at 6:00 PM in City Hall. He stated this is an in person live meeting. FDOT George R. Keller Jr., City Manager, announced on November 2, 2023 at 6:00 PM the FDOT I-95 PD&E study meeting will take place. City of Hollywood Page 15 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final October 4, 2023 Commuter Rail George R. Keller Jr., City Manager, announced on Monday, December 4, 2023 at 6:00 PM a public meeting will be held at City Hall regarding the Broward Commuter Rail South Project. Port Everglades George R. Keller Jr., City Manager, announced every 30 years there is an operational agreement with Port Everglades concerning both the City and the Port. He stated negotiations are ongoing and he will provide the Commission with the necessary information along with any issues. He stated last week there was a meeting with port officials that went well. 34. The meeting adjourned at 3:14 PM. ______________________________ Patricia A. Cerny, MMC City Clerk Hollywood, Florida Approved on: _________________________ City of Hollywood Page 16