Regular City Commission Meeting

City of Hollywood Hollywood City Hall 2600 Hollywood Blvd Hollywood, FL 33020 http://www.hollywoodfl.org Meeting Minutes - Final Wednesday, January 17, 2024 1:00 PM Commission Chambers Room 219 Regular City Commission Meeting CITY COMMISSION Josh Levy, Mayor Linda Hill Anderson, Vice Mayor - District 2 Caryl Shuham, Commissioner - District 1 Traci Callari, Commissioner - District 3 Adam Gruber, Commissioner - District 4 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 January 17, 2024 . The Regular City Commission Meeting of the City of Hollywood, Florida, was called to order by Mayor Levy on Wednesday, January 17, 2024 at 1:06 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, Vice Mayor 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 Vice Mayor Anderson, to approve the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 6. R-2024-002 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving The Regular City Commission Meeting Minutes Of July 5, 2023. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Anderson, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 7. R-2024-003 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving The Special City Commission Meeting Minutes Of July 13, 2023. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Anderson, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 8. R-2024-004 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, City of Hollywood Page 1 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final January 17, 2024 Approving The Regular City Commission Meeting Minutes Of August 30, 2023. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Anderson, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 9. R-2024-005 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Endorsing The Southeast Florida Climate Action Pledge; Agreeing To Jointly Advance Strategic Climate Adaptation And Mitigation Planning, Programs, Policies And Projects, And Advancing The Implementation Of The Regional Climate Action Plan 3.0. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Anderson, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 10. R-2024-006 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 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. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Anderson, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 11. R-2024-007 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Issue An Authorization To Proceed For Additional Services For Engineering Design And Permitting With Bermello Ajamil & Partners, Inc. For The Avant Garde Academy Safe Route To Schools Project, A Florida Department Of Transportation Local Agency Program Project, In An Amount Up To $6,000.00, For A Total Contract Amount Of $142,980.00. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Anderson, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 12. R-2024-008 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute Authorization To Proceed #1 And The Transportation Surtax Addendum For Municipal Consultant Contracts With Kimley-Horn And Associates, City of Hollywood Page 2 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final January 17, 2024 Inc. For Professional Engineering Services For Design Of The US441/SR7 Improvement Project (HOLL-036) From Johnson Street To Pembroke Road, A Surtax Project, In An Amount Up To $96,000.00; Amending The Fiscal Year 2024 Operating Budget And Capital Improvement Plan. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Anderson, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 13. R-2024-009 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute A Change Order To Blanket Purchase Agreement Number PA600468 With Enterprise FM Trust For The Lease Of Vehicles That Serve The Code Compliance Division To Increase The Contract Amount From $193,335.34 To $343,450.24 And To Renew The Term Of The Blanket Purchase Agreement Through March 31, 2025. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Anderson, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 14. R-2024-010 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Adopting Replacement Of The City’s Current Housing Program Policies With Community Development Program Policies That For Housing And Other Eligible Programs, Include The Adjustment And Expansion Of Programs And The Addition, Consolidation, And Reformatting Of Policies Supported By Federal, State And Local Funding Agencies. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Anderson, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 15. R-2024-011 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute A Blanket Purchase Agreement With Alan Jay Automotive Management, Inc. For The Purchase Of Vehicles In An Amount Up To $264,346.00 Over A One-Year Period Based Upon The Sourcewell Contract Number 091521 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 Vice Mayor 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 January 17, 2024 16. R-2024-012 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Issue A Purchase Order To ETR, LLC For The Purchase Of A 2025 Freightliner M2 Plus Custom Horton Type I Advanced Life Support Ambulance For An Amount Up To $477,386.00, Based Upon The Florida Sheriff’s Association Cooperative Purchasing Program Contract No. FSA23-VEF17.0 In Accordance With Section 38.41(C)(5) Of The Procurement Ordinance. (Piggyback) ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Anderson, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 17. R-2024-013 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Renew A Blanket Purchase Agreement With Global Payments Inc., d/b/a Active Network LLC, For A Recreation Management Software Solution To Support Parks, Recreation, And Cultural Arts Program Administration In An Annual Amount Up To $325,540.00 Over A Three Year Period. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Anderson, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 18. R-2024-014 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Adopt The Deep Injection Wells 3 & 4 Phase 1 Fiscal Sustainability Plan By Executing The State Of Florida State Revolving Fund Project’s Fiscal Sustainability Plan Certification. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Anderson, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 19. R-2024-015 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 Case Power & Equipment Florida For Two Compact Track Loaders, One Mini Excavator, And Two Backhoe Loaders In An Amount Up To $599,062.12 Based Upon Sourcewell Contract Number 032119-Cnh And 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 Vice Mayor Anderson, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) City of Hollywood Page 4 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final January 17, 2024 20. R-2024-016 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 Carter & Verplanck For Two Influent Pumps And One Deep Well Pump In An Amount Up To $633,205.00 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 Vice Mayor Anderson, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 21. R-2024-017 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 CDM 24-01 With CDM Smith, Inc. For Professional Engineering Services Related To Implementation Of The Stormwater Master Plan In An Amount Up To $350,000.00. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Anderson, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 22. R-2024-018 A Resolution of the City Commission of the City of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing the Appropriate City Officials to Execute Amendment Number One to the Maintenance Memorandum of Agreement No. 20190313 with the Florida Department of Transportation Adding Three Proposed Pedestrian Traffic Signals from Nebraska to Scott Street. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Anderson, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 23. R-2024-019 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute A Change Order To The Interlocal Agreement With Broward County For Solid Waste Disposal And Recyclable Materials Processing Authority Of Broward County, Florida Authorizing The Expenditure Of Funds To Defray The Cost Of A Study That Increases The Interlocal Agreement In An Amount Up To $188,646.09. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Anderson, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 24. R-2024-020 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute A Change Order To A Blanket Purchase Agreement With Genuine Parts Company, d/b/a City of Hollywood Page 5 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final January 17, 2024 Napa Auto Parts And Supplies, For Aftermarket Vehicle Parts And Supplies To Increase The Contract Amount Up To $340,000.00 Annually In Accordance With Section 38.48 Of The Procurement Code. (Change Order) ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Anderson, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 25. P-2024-001 A Proclamation In Recognition Of National Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists’ Week, January 21 To January 27, 2024. Commissioner Callari read the proclamation in recognition of National Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists' Week, January 21 to January 27, 2024. Yasmin Campbell, CRNA; Rebecca Lee, Barry University; and Dr. Linda Wonder, Barry University, accepted the proclamation and thanked the Commission for the recognition. 26. P-2024-002 A Proclamation In Recognition Of Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, January 2024. Commissioner Quintana read the proclamation in recognition of Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, January 2024. Visleyn Lopez, Chapter Leader, National Cervical Cancer Coalition, accepted the proclamation and thanked the Commission for the recognition. 27. P-2024-003 Presentation by James Russo, Acting Fire Chief, Recognizing Captain Anthony Vera for the Medal of Valor Award. James Russo, Acting Fire Chief, and Simon Serrao, Fire Division Chief, read the commendation which resulted in Captain Anthony Vera being awarded with the Medal of Valor. Anthony Vera, Captain, accepted the award and thanked the Fire Chief, City Commission and his colleagues for the recognition. 28. R-2024-021 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Supporting The Implementation Of A Community Shuttle Program And The Establishment Of Four Service Routes Within The City; Authorizing The City Manager Or Designee To Execute All Applicable Program Documents And Agreements Associated With The Broward County Community Shuttle Program. City of Hollywood Page 6 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final January 17, 2024 Andria Wingett, Director of Development Services, explained the intent of the resolution for items #28 and #32. 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. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. Gus Zambrano, Assistant City Manager for Sustainable Development, provided additional information. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. Mark Kennison, Broward County Transit, responded to questions raised by the Commission. 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) 32. R-2024-024 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute A Change Order To The Agreement With Limousines Of South Florida, Inc. For Additional Community Shuttle Operations And Maintenance Services To Increase The Estimated Annual Amount From $979,580.00 To $1,200,160.00. 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) 29. P-2024-004 Presentation By Joann Hussey, Interim Director Of Communications, Marketing And Economic Development, Providing An Overview On The Completion Of The U.S. 441 Commercial Corridor Assessment. Joann Hussey, Interim Director of Communications, Marketing and Economic Development, provided an introduction of the assessment and presentation. Kevin Crowder, Business Flare, provided a presentation on the US 441 assessment. Commissioner Shuham left the meeting at 2:22 PM and returned at 2:24 PM. City of Hollywood Page 7 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final January 17, 2024 Extensive discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. Commissioner Gruber left the meeting at 2:49 PM and returned at 2:52 PM. Extensive discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. Commissioner Callari left the meeting at 2:57 PM and returned at 2:59 PM. Matt Newheart, Memorial Hospital, provided additional information. Extensive discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. 30. R-2024-022 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving The Conceptual Site Plan Developed By PPG GCF Orangebrook Owner, LLC For The Redevelopment Of The Orangebrook Golf Course And Country Club Located At 400 Entrada Drive, Hollywood, Florida. Raelin Storey, Assistant City Manager, introduced PPG GCF Orangebrook Owner, LLC team to present the conceptual site plan. Keith Poliakoff, Attorney for PPG GCF Orangebrook Owner, LLC, provided on overview of the challenges they had to overcome to reach this point and thanked everyone involved who worked to get to this point. Vice Mayor Anderson left the meeting at 3:06 PM and returned at 3:11 PM. Ari Pearl, PPG Development, provided a presentation on the conceptual site plan for Orangebrook Golf Course. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. The following individuals expressed personal opinions/concerns: 1. Claire Garrett, 3148 Calle Largo Drive 2. Tom Lander, 3186 Roosevelt Street 3. Terry Cantrell, 745 Harrison Street 4. Ann Ralston, 326 S 14th Avenue Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. City of Hollywood Page 8 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final January 17, 2024 Mayor Levy passed the gavel to Vice Mayor Anderson and left the meeting at 3:35 PM, he returned at 3:37 PM. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Quintana, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 5. R-2024-001 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending The Fiscal Year 2024 Operating Budgets Of Various Funds As Adopted And Approved By Resolution R-2023-300; Amending The Fiscal Year 2024 Capital Improvement Plan As Adopted And Approved By Resolution R-2023-301; Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Accept Grants And Execute All Applicable Grant Documents. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. Adam Reichbach, Assistant City Manager for Finance and Administration, responded to questions raised by the Commission. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. Douglas Gonzales, City Attorney, provided additional information Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. Jorge Camejo, CRA Executive Director, responded to questions raised by the Commission. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Anderson, to adopted as amended the Resolution with the removal of Exhibit 7. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 31. R-2024-023 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute A Change Order To The Contract/Blanket Purchase Agreement With Marcum LLP For External Auditing Services To Increase The Contract Amount From $709,120.00 To $1,322,700.00 And Renew The Contract Term In Accordance With Section 38.48 Of The Procurement Code (Change Orders) And Section 38.49(C)(1) Of The Procurement Code. (Renewals) City of Hollywood Page 9 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final January 17, 2024 Adam Reichbach, Assistant City Manager for Finance and Administration, explained the intent of the resolution. ACTION: Motion was made by Vice Mayor Anderson, which was seconded by Commissioner Gruber, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 33. R-2024-025 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute Initial Change Orders To Contracts With Southeastern Engineering Contractors, Inc. And Ric-Man International, Inc. For Construction Services Related To On-Call And Emergency Water And Sewer Utility Repair Services, In An Amount Up To $1,000,000.00 Per Contract. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Anderson, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 34. R-2024-026 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing A State Revolving Fund Clean Water Program Loan Application For $1,173,714.38 For Capitalized Interest And Loan Service Fees For Funding Of The Ocean Outfall Regulatory Compliance Phase II - Deep Injection Wells Nos. 3 And 4 Pump Station Project; Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Authorize Additional Funding For Said Program; Establishing Pledged Revenues; Designating Authorized Representatives; Providing Assurances. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Anderson, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 35. R-2024-027 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing City Staff To Identify Qualified Subrecipients To Administer Homeless Assistance And Supportive Services To Qualifying Populations And For The City Manager To Execute All Subrecipient Agreements Using Home Investment Partnership- American Rescue Plan Funding In An Amount Not To Exceed $1,627,863.90 Pursuant To Section 38.41(C)(9) Of The Procurement Code. (Best Interest) Commissioner Biederman declared a conflict of interest that his wife works for the Community Development Division and left the meeting at 4:03 PM. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. Ryan Coote, Community Development Manager, responded to questions City of Hollywood Page 10 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final January 17, 2024 raised by the Commission. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. George R. Keller, Jr., City Manager, provided additional information. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Quintana, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed 6-0. Commissioner Biederman had a voting conflict of interest. 36. R-2024-028 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute Blanket Purchase Agreements With Basile USA, LLC., Janice M. Riley, Inc., d/b/a The Paving Lady, And The Stout Group, LLC For Repairs And Maintenance For City Facilities, Roadways And Streets In An Annual Amount Up To $3,500,000.00. Commissioner Biederman returned to the meeting at 4:13 PM. Joseph Kroll, Director of Public Works, explained the intent of the resolution. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Shuham, which was seconded by Commissioner Biederman, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 38. Commissioner Biederman, District 5 No Permits Commissioner Biederman stated he spoke with the City Manager regarding the large quantity of work being done without permits. He requested Commission support for a blacklist to be created that will notify residents of the contractors who are not pulling permits . Commissioner Callari and Commissioner Shuham supported the idea. Douglas Gonzales, City Attorney, stated there is a current list of poor performing contractors and it is public record. Fire Assessment Fee Commissioner Biederman stated he would like to revisit the Ordinance regarding people who do not pay fire assessment fees, as they should be paying their fair share. He requested the status of changing the Ordinance, so everyone pays their fair share. City of Hollywood Page 11 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final January 17, 2024 George R. Keller Jr., City Manager, stated updates will take place within the next cycle. Dog Fence Commissioner Biederman stated the dog fence at John Williams Park has some areas that need to be repaired. He questioned if there are regular perimeter safety checks done at all the parks. George R. Keller Jr., City Manager, stated there are general checks done. Crosswalks on A1A Commissioner Biederman stated he spoke to the CRA regarding implementing crosswalks on A1A. He stated FDOT states the City cannot have crosswalks on A1A, however, other cities have them. Commissioner Shuham stated this has been addressed with FDOT, but the City can have a meeting with FDOT to find out more information. Workforce Housing Commissioner Biederman stated there are not enough available units for the Tenant Rental Assistance Program. He requested the City modify the RAC Ordinance to make new developments assign some units for work force housing. 39. Commissioner Quintana, District 6 Permit Software Commissioner Quintana stated there will be a new building permit software installed. She stated she would like to know how the Building Department is tracking permits that are currently being processed during the changeover. Andria Wingett, Director of Development Services, clarified how the self service function works on the City's website, and how residents are able to register for e mail notifications. City Employees Commissioner Quintana stated over the last several weeks she has experienced City employees and organizations who have gone above and beyond. She stated she saw firsthand the collaborations between employees and organizations. Shopping Carts City of Hollywood Page 12 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final January 17, 2024 Commissioner Quintana stated there are still issues on the west side of the City regarding shopping carts which have not been returned to their store. She stated she would like the businesses in this area use measures to keep the shopping carts on their property. Mobile Medical Commissioner Quintana stated the Memorial Regional Hospital’s One City at a time kickoff will take place on Saturday, January 27, 2024, at Washington Park. They will be doing this for the next three months on Tuesdays at the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center; Wednesday at the Boulevard Heights Community Center and on Thursdays at the Washington Park Community Center. Commissioner Quintana stated the mobile medical facility will provide free medical services at these locations. 40. Commissioner Shuham, District 1 Building Permits Commissioner Shuham stated the City Commission that the City Attorney has drafted a letter to send out to contractors who are suspected of doing work without a permit. She stated this letter will notify residents or contractors before violations are assessed on the property. Thank you Commissioner Shuham thanked Vincent Morello, Director of Public Works, and his staff for the prompt repair service by the utility crews. She thanked the Police Department for their efforts in controlling the traffic to keep crews and drivers safe. Civic Association Commissioner Shuham stated the Civic Association meeting last week discussed concerns regarding damage to the lakehead seawall. She thanked Department of Public Works for their prompt attention in addressing the issue. Grants Commissioner Shuham stated she attended a meeting this weekend and heard how the Hollywood Historical Society is using the Modest Grant they received. Commissioner Shuham stated five schools, and ten teachers will participate in the pilot project to teach students the history of our City. 41. Vice Mayor Anderson, District 2 Shopping Carts City of Hollywood Page 13 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final January 17, 2024 Vice Mayor Anderson stated Oakwood Plaza has made some improvement regarding removal shopping carts. She stated some stores in the plaza have implemented using a quarter to access carts. Vice Mayor Anderson stated although this is not user friendly it has made a difference in the way the plaza looks. Concert Vice Mayor Anderson stated the African American Advisory Board event was successful. She stated many students from numerous schools took part in the event. Vice Mayor Anderson thanked the African American Advisory Board and Allison Saffold, Civic Affairs Administrator, for an enjoyable time. Thank you Vice Mayor Anderson thanked Ricky Engle, Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts, for the Fun Day event this past Saturday . She requested having more bounce houses at the next event. Tree Trimming Vice Mayor Anderson stated some of the Civic Associations have requested the City be proactive and trim the trees before hurricane season. Events Publication Vice Mayor Anderson requested additional publications for events to be produced in order to bring in more attendees. 42. Commissioner Callari, District 3 Thank you Commissioner Callari thanked Adam Reichbach, Assistant City Manager for Financial Services, for all his work and for keeping the Commission updated on legislative issues Homestead Exemption Commissioner Callari stated she missed Tallahassee Broward Days event this year. She stated there is a new homestead exemption increase being discussed by the legislature and the possible effects it would have on the City’s budget. Commission members are going to have to fight these bad bills. Brownfield Locations Commissioner Callari stated in the CRA meeting today brownfields were discussed. She requested the City identify all the brownfields in the City. City of Hollywood Page 14 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final January 17, 2024 Fence Ordinance Commissioner Callari stated she would like to see the fence Ordinance addressed. She stated fences are being installed which are greater than four feet referenced in the Code. Intersections Take Over Commissioner Callari stated there has been some taking over of intersections especially at N 34th Avenue and Buchanan Street by cars doing donuts. She stated nightly occurrences of these intersection they are being taken over as it is happening in the early mornings . Commissioner Callari stated the City needs to see what can be done to assist the Police Department in combatting these episodes. Parking Issues Commissioner Callari stated on West Dixie Highway there is no parking available. She requested the Code Enforcement Division looking into alleviating these issues. Commission Float Commissioner Callari thanked DJ Tony and the float at the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. event. She requested support for the City to have their own float rather than sharing with another City. Lighting Ceremony Commissioner Callari requested Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts, to make the Christmas tree lighting this coming year more enjoyable for all. She stated it would be nice to make it into a family event and there to be more activities available to participate in. Salary Adjustment Commissioner Callari stated she felt there was an injustice to the City Attorney regarding his recent raise. She requested his salary be reviewed again and to provide him with the 3% annual cola that all employees received this year in October 1, 2023. She requested Commission support to bring this back at the next meeting. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission regarding the cola and longevity. Commissioner Biederman, and Commissioner Anderson supported the idea to bring the item back to be corrected. Commissioner Callari stated in the future that salary decisions be done at a special meeting. 43. Commissioner Gruber, District 4 City of Hollywood Page 15 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final January 17, 2024 Bridge Commissioner Gruber stated he noticed when traveling over the Hollywood Blvd bridge at A1A that the cars do not yield to pedestrians or cyclists. He requested staff to look into better signage in the area, to make drivers aware and give pedestrians and cyclists the right of way. Beach Parking Commissioner Gruber stated he was at the beach and saw there are three parking spaces on the north side of Costa building that are ear marked for taxi cabs. He requested if they are not being used for taxi cabs to change them into paid parking for the public. Commissioner Gruber stated the sidewalk in this area is damaged and requested staff to look into fixing it. Thank you Commissioner Gruber thanked staff for helping Grandview building with their pool. He also thanked everyone who worked on the Orangebrook project, as he appreciated the cooperation from everybody. Knee Wall Commissioner Gruber stated the knee wall has been damaged from the weather and the moving the sand. He stated he understood it is in the process to be corrected. Water Feature Commissioner Gruber stated the water feature at Mara Berman Giulianti Park is not working. He requested for staff to provide updates on the repairs and if there is a way to complete this by spring break. Security Commissioner Gruber stated the Police Department are looking into security measures for District 4. He stated there will be upcoming meetings to discuss concerns and address how residents can be proactive. 37. CITIZENS’ COMMENTS The following individuals expressed pe3rsonal opinions/concerns: 1. Ann Ralston, 326 S 14th Avenue 2. Andre Brown, 2316 Mayo Street 3. Tej Upadhyaya, 642 Franklin Street 4. Siobhan McLlaughlin, 1409 Rodman Street 5. Andrew Laframboise, Hollywood Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) 6. Joann Reese, 2135 Wiley Street 7. David Edwards, 2208 Wiley Street City of Hollywood Page 16 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final January 17, 2024 8. Tom Lander, 3186 Roosevelt Street 44. Mayor Levy Thank you Mayor levy thanked the residents for coming out for citizens’ comments and speaking about issues facing the City. Hard Junk Mayor Levy stated the City is working on some stickers to be placed on residents’ garbage cans. He stated this will show residents when their neighborhood pickups are. Mayor Levy stated there is an ongoing issue with mattresses, and furniture left from people moving from properties . He requested staff to have a system that notifies the owner to remove these items within a 24-hour time period. City Speech Mayor Levy stated he delivered the State of the City speech last week at the Chamber of Commerce and was happy so many people were able to attend. Mayor Levy stated the full report is available on the City’s Facebook and YouTube page for residents to view. He stated it indicates how financially healthy the City is and how much it has grown. 45. City Attorney File Lawsuit - AT&T, Ocean Outfall Douglas Gonzales, City Attorney, stated he was notified by outside council regarding the ocean outfall issue. He stated it was identified that there is a responsibility on the part of AT&T. He stated he is requesting authorization from the Commission to file a lawsuit on behalf of the City. 45A. R-2024-029 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida Ratifying The City Attorney’s Authorization To Outside Counsel To File Suit Against Craig A. Smith And Associates In The AT&T/Bellsouth Ocean Outfall Breach Matter. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Biederman, which was seconded by Commissioner Shuham, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) . City Attorney Executive Session Douglas Gonzales, City Attorney, announced pursuant to Florida Statutes 286.011 (8)(a), an executive session would be held on Tuesday, City of Hollywood Page 17 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final January 17, 2024 February 6, 2024, at 4:00 PM regarding Malak El Hassan vs. Bruce Butterfield, Linda Butterfield, and the City of Hollywood litigation. Attending the session will be the Mayor, Commissioners, City Manager, City Attorney and Chief Litigation Counsel Julian Geraci. Executive Session Douglas Gonzales, City Attorney, announced pursuant to Florida Statutes 286.011 (8)(a), an executive session will be held on Tuesday, February 27, 2024, at 4:00 PM regarding the City of Hollywood vs. Bellsouth Telecommunications LLC. Litigation. Attending this session are the Mayor, Commissioners, City Manager, City Attorney, outside counsel Joseph DeMaria and Victor Sanabria. Staff Introductions Douglas Gonzales, City Attorney, introduced new office staff members. He announced Christian Rosello is the City’s the new Municipal Prosecutor, Kim Phan as the City’s new Transactional Attorney and Deena Gray as the City’s new Senior Transactional Attorney. 46. City Manager Happy New Year George R. Keller, Jr., City Manager, wished a happy new year to everyone. He stated this year will bring some interesting projects that are already in the works. Consent Agenda George R. Keller, Jr., City Manager, stated he would like to highlight some items that were passed on the consent agendas today. He stated items were a new life support unit, and the Stormwater Master Plan. Ribbon Cutting George R. Keller, Jr., City Manager, announced there will be a Mobility Hub ribbon cutting ceremony tomorrow January 18th at 9:00 AM, at Taylor Street and 441. Operation Paint Brush George R. Keller, Jr., City Manager, stated the operation paint brush originally planned to take place on Saturday has been cancelled due to some supply chain issues. Art Walk George R. Keller, Jr., City Manager, announced the Hollywood Arts Walk will take place this Saturday, January 20th from 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM. He invited everyone to attend the event and enjoy the live music and murals City of Hollywood Page 18 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final January 17, 2024 on display. Waste Drop George R. Keller, Jr., City Manager, announced the Hazardous Waste Drop-off event will take place on January 26th and 27th at the Public Works facility and January 28th at City Hall Circle. One City At A Time Event George R. Keller, Jr., City Manager, announced the Memorial Health One City At A Time event will take place from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at Washington Park Community Center. Pride Festival George R. Keller, Jr., City Manager, announced the My Hollywood Pride Street festival will take place in Downtown Hollywood on Sunday, January 28, 2024 from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM. City Hall George R. Keller, Jr., City Manager, stated the painting of City Hall is on going and he hopes everyone will enjoy the final look of the building. Building Official George R. Keller, Jr., City Manager, stated Russell Long, Chief Building Official has made a full recovery, and the City looks forward to his return in the near future. 47. The meeting adjourned at 5:42 PM. ______________________________ Patricia A. Cerny, MMC City Clerk Hollywood, Florida Approved on: _________________________ City of Hollywood Page 19