Regular City Commission Meeting

City of Hollywood Hollywood City Hall 2600 Hollywood Blvd Hollywood, FL 33020 http://www.hollywoodfl.org Meeting Minutes - Final Wednesday, February 21, 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 February 21, 2024 . The Regular City Commission Meeting of the City of Hollywood, Florida, was called to order by Mayor Levy on Wednesday, February 21, 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 The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Christina Jubitaire, McNicol Middle School student. 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) 5. R-2024-044 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving The Regular City Commission Meeting Minutes Of October 4, 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) 6. R-2024-045 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving The Regular City Commission Meeting Minutes Of October 18, 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) City of Hollywood Page 1 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final February 21, 2024 7. R-2024-046 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute A Contract With Structural Preservation System, LLC. To Provide Turnkey Design And Construction For Exterior Structural Repairs For City Hall In An Amount Up To $262,281.60 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 Vice Mayor Anderson, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 8. R-2024-047 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute A Professional Services Agreement With PMA Consultants, L.L.C. For Schedule Update Services In An Amount Up To $98,375.00 In Accordance With Section 38.41(C)(11)(i) Of The Procurement Code. 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-2024-049 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Expenditure Of Federal (Justice) Law Enforcement Forfeiture Funds Pursuant To The Federal Comprehensive Crime Control Act Of 1984 To Provide Funding For Law Enforcement Training, Law Enforcement Investigations (Inclusive Of Overtime And Confidential Informant Fees), And The Acquisition Of Law Enforcement Equipment In An Amount Not To Exceed $100,000.00; Amending The Fiscal Year 2024 Adopted Operating Budget. 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-2024-050 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Ratifying The Submission Of An Application To The Broward County Marine Advisory Committee To Receive The FY 2023-2024 Enhanced Marine Law Enforcement And Education Grant; Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Accept, If Awarded, The Grant In An Approximate Amount Of $65,832.00; Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute All Applicable Grant Documents. 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 2 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final February 21, 2024 12. R-2024-051 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 The Peterbilt Store South Florida LLC, d/b/a The Peterbilt Store, For The Purchase Of A 2025 Peterbilt 537 Cab And Chassis Grapple Truck In An Amount Up To $248,195.00 Based Upon Florida Sheriff’s Association Contract Number FSA23-VEL21.0 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) 13. R-2024-052 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Ratifying The City Manager’s Approval Of Two Purchase Orders To Airgas USA, LLC For The Emergency Provision And Delivery Of Liquid Oxygen To The Southern Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant In An Amount Up To $623,894.72 In Accordance With Section 38.41(C)(1) Of The City’s Procurement Code. (Emergency Purchases) 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. P-2024-006 A Presentation By Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman-Schultz Of Congressional Recognition Statement In Honor Of Liberia’s 100 Year Anniversary. Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman-Schultz presented a congressional recognition statement in honor of Liberia's 100 year anniversary. 15. R-2024-053 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute An Agreement With South Broward Hospital District, D/B/A Memorial Healthcare System, For The Operation Of An Employee Health Center In An Estimated Amount Up To $5,463,978 Over A Three-Year Term. George R. Keller, Jr., City Manager, provided an introduction to the resolution. Raelin Storey, Assistant City Manager, and Tammy Hechler, Director of Human Resources & Risk Management, provided an explanation on the intent of the resolution. City of Hollywood Page 3 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final February 21, 2024 Dustin Kuehn, Senior Benefits Consultant, Gehring Group, provided an overview on the employee health center. Richard Ashenoff II, Vice President Value Based Care/Solutions - Memorial Health, provided additional information on the employee health center. He introduced various members of the team who were in the audience. Commissioner Callari declared a conflict of interest due to her being an employee of Memorial Regional Hospital. She left the meeting at 1:38 PM. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. Ann Ralston, 326 S 14th Avenue, expressed personal opinions/concerns. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Shuham, which was seconded by Commissioner Gruber, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed 6-0. Commissioner Callari declared a voting conflict. 16. PO-2024-02 An Ordinance Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Waiving The 10-Acre Minimum Acreage Requirement For A Planned Development District Pursuant To Section 4.15.E.1 Of The Zoning And Land Development Regulations; Changing The Zoning Designation Of The Property Generally Located At 3081 Taft Street From High Multiple Family District (RM-25) To PD (Planned Development); Approving The Planned Development Master Plan For The Subject Property (Hereinafter Known As "Federation Plaza Master Development Plan"); And Amending The City's Zoning Map To Reflect The Change In Zoning Designation. (23-JPWZ-58) Commissioner Callari returned to the meeting at 1:48 PM. Andria Wingett, Director of Development Services, explained the intent of the Ordinance. Ian DeMello, Attorney for the Owner, provided additional information on the proposed project. Discussion ensued among staff, Mr. DeMello and members of the Commission. The City Attorney read the ordinance title on first reading. City of Hollywood Page 4 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final February 21, 2024 ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Quintana, to adopt on first reading the Ordinance. The motion on roll call vote carried: Aye: Commissioner Shuham Vice Mayor Anderson Commissioner Callari Commissioner Gruber Commissioner Biederman Commissioner Quintana Mayor Levy Enactment No: O-2024-03 20. R-2024-057 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, To Approve An Amendment To The City’s Dune Master Plan, Section 3.4.2 “Management Recommendations” For The Purpose Of Amending The Maximum Height Of Dunes. Jose Cortes, Director of Design and Construction Management, explained the intent of the resolution. Commissioner Callari left the meeting at 2:09 PM and returned at 2:10 PM. Dr. Jennifer Jurado, Broward County, provided additional information on the proposed plan and focus areas to increase living shorelines and dunes. Vice Mayor Anderson left the meeting at 2:27 PM and returned at 2:29 PM. The following individuals expressed personal opinions/concerns: 1. Bob Glickman, 3111 N Ocean Drive 2. Elena Hershey, Hollywood Beach Business Association Dr. Jennifer Jurado, Broward County, responded to comments raised by the public. Discussion ensued among Dr. Jurado and members of the Commission. Christine Brush, Moffatt & Nichol, responded to questions raised by the Commission. Discussion ensued among Dr. Jurado and members of the Commission. Commissioner Shuham left the meeting at 3:20 PM and returned at 3:22 PM. City of Hollywood Page 5 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final February 21, 2024 Discussion ensued among Dr. Jurado and members of the Commission. Jacob Rice, Broward County, responded to questions raised by the Commission. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Shuham, which was seconded by Commissioner Quintana, to adopt the Resolution with Option 1 of the Broward County Plan Dune Elevations. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 17. R-2024-054 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Accept A State Appropriation In The Amount Of $950,000.00 Through The Florida Department Of Transportation To Be Used For Construction Associated With The Replacement And Widening Of The Johnson Street C-10 Bridge; Authorizing The City Manager Or Designee To Execute All Applicable Program Documents Associated With The State Appropriation Under The Florida General Appropriation Act. Adam Reichbach, Assistant City Manager for Finance and Administration, spoke about the City's State Representatives which made it possible for the state funding appropriation. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Anderson, to adopt the Resolution. The motion on roll call vote carried: 18. R-2024-055 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Accept A State Appropriation In The Amount Of $4,399,573.00 Via The Florida Department Of Transportation To Be Used For Construction Associated With The Hollywood Boulevard Bifurcation And Extension; Authorizing The City Manager Or Designee To Execute All Applicable Program Documents Associated With The State Appropriation Under The Florida General Appropriation Act. Adam Reichbach, Assistant City Manager for Finance and Administration, explained the intent of the resolution. 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) 19. R-2024-056 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, City of Hollywood Page 6 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final February 21, 2024 Authorizing The State Revolving Fund Loan Program Application In the Estimated Amount of $4,700,215.08 Including Capitalized Interest And Loan Service Fees For Funding Of Projects Related To Emerging Contaminants Compliance; Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute A Loan Agreement For Said Funding; Establishing Pledged Revenues; Designating Authorized Representatives; Providing Assurances; Providing For Conflicts And Severability. Vincent Moretti, Director of Public Utilities, explained the intent of the resolution. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Biederman, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Anderson, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 21. R-2024-058 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute A Construction Management At Risk Phase II Construction Services Agreement with James B. Pirtle Construction Company, Inc., D/B/A Pirtle Construction Company, To Provide Construction Management At Risk Services For The Art and Culture Center Expansion Project, A General Obligation Bond Project, For A Total Guaranteed Maximum Price of $7,063,886.31. Nicole Heran, Deputy Director of Design and Construction Management, explained the proposed Art & Culture center expansion. Jennifer Homan, Art & Culture Center Director, provided additional information. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. Eric Hines, Pirtle Construction, responded to questions raised by the Commission. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. Commissioner Gruber left the meeting at 3:53 PM and returned at 3:56 PM. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. Douglas Gonzales, City Attorney, responded to concerns raised by the Commission. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. City of Hollywood Page 7 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final February 21, 2024 Jorge Camejo, CRA Executive Director, provided additional information. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Shuham, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Anderson, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 22. R-2024-059 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute A Three Year Agreement For The 2023-2026 School Resource Officer Program With The School Board Of Broward County, Florida, For School Resource Officers In Local Public Elementary, Middle, And High Schools. Chris O'Brien, Public Safety Director, explained the intent of the resolution. 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) 23. R-2024-060 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute An Agreement With Pro-Secur, Inc. For Armed And Unarmed Security Guard Services In An Amount Not To Exceed $10,103,832.50 Over A Five-Year Period. Chris O'Brien, Public Safety Director, explained the intent of the resolution. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. 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) 24. R-2024-061 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute A Contract With MBR Construction, Inc. For The Construction Of The Fletcher Street Privacy Wall, A Capital Improvement Project, In An Amount Up To $617,011.00. Nicole Heran, Deputy Director of Design and Construction Management, explained the proposed project and the intent of the resolution. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. Helen Chervin, 2470 Adams Street, expressed personal City of Hollywood Page 8 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final February 21, 2024 opinions/concerns. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. ACTION: Motion was made by Vice Mayor Anderson, which was seconded by Commissioner Shuham, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 25. R-2024-062 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Establishing Compensation For Members Of The City Commission. The following individuals expressed personal opinions/concerns: 1. Bob Glickman, 3111 N Ocean Drive 2. Ann Ralston, 326 S 14th Avenue Commissioner Callari left the meeting at 4:33 PM and returned at 4:35 PM. Tammie Hechler, Director of Human Resources & Risk Management, responded to questions raised by the Commission. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Shuham, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Anderson, to adopt the Resolution with the salary survey review be in the 75th quartile of the local market peers which will be reviewed every three years. Extensive discussion ensued among members of the Commission. Douglas Gonzales, City Attorney, provided additional information. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Gruber, to amended the Resolution to include phone stipend, vehicle allowance as other senior executives of the City as allowed in the comprehensive pay plan. On a voice vote the motion passed 6-1. Mayor Levy was opposed. ACTION: On votice vote the motion by Commissioner Shuham and seconded by Commissioner Anderson to adopted the resolution as amended with the salary survey be in the 75th quartile and reviewed every three years; and to include phone stipend, vehicle allowance vehicle allowance as other senior executives of the City as allowed in the comprehensive pay plan passed 5-2. Commissioner Callari and Mayor Levy were opposed. City of Hollywood Page 9 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final February 21, 2024 26. CITIZENS’ COMMENTS The following individuals expressed personal opinions: 1. Ann Ralston, 326 S 14th Avenue Mayor Levy passed the gavel to Vice Mayor Anderson and left the meeting at 5:04 PM, he returned at 5:06 PM. 2. Bob Glickman, 3111 N Ocean Drive 3. Sandy Sallaz, Coastal Waterway, LLC, 2200 South Ocean Drive 4. Helen Chervin, 2470 Adams Street 5. Carmella Gardner, 2239 Freedom Street 6. Andre Brown, 2316 Mayo Street 7. Henry Graham, 2525 Raleigh Street 8. Tej Upedhyaya, 6411 Franklin Street 9. Chris Canter, 6350 Liberty Street 9. R-2024-048 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 A Contract With State Contracting & Engineering Corporation For The Dowdy Former Armory Renovation, A General Obligation Bond Project, Increasing The Contract Amount By $650,000.00 From $3,998,560.00 To $4,648,560.00 In Accordance With Section 38.48 Of The Procurement Code. (Change Orders) Nicole Heran, Assistant Director Design and Construction Management, explained the intent of the resolution. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. 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) 27. Commissioner Shuham, District 1 Thank You Commissioner Shuham thanked everyone for their efforts today. She stated the Commission does not all agree, all the time, but we work together to make the City a better place. Commissioner Shuham thanked Ms. Gardner, Mr. Graham and Andre Brown for acknowledging the hard work the Commission does. Commissioner Shuham thanked Nicole Heran, Deputy Director of City of Hollywood Page 10 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final February 21, 2024 Design & Construction Management, for her knowledge and hard work . She stated she had a lot of questions and her expertise helped to answer the questions quickly. Condo Issues Commissioner Shuham stated residents are approaching the Commission expressing concerns with issues their condominiums are facing. She stated the staff is always willing to go above and beyond to help residents, however, in some cases the issues are private and cannot be resolved by the City. 28. Vice Mayor Anderson, District 2 Apologies Vice Mayor Anderson apologized to Tymira Mack, Grants Manager, who should have been in the Liberia picture as she is a resident of Liberia. Elevator Issues Vice Mayor Anderson stated the pension building elevator is not working and has not worked in a few years. She stated she would like to have an update on when the elevator will be repaired. Black History Month Vice Mayor Anderson stated the City continues to celebrate Black History Month. She stated on Thursday at 6:00 PM at the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center there will be a celebration event, and she would love for everyone to attend. Spelling Bee Vice Mayor Anderson thanked the Liberia Civic Association for holding the Spelling Bee event. She stated the children really enjoyed participating and she was impressed with how much they knew. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Vice Mayor Anderson requested an update on the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., mural. She stated she has been waiting for it for four years. Ricky Engel, Director of Parks Recreations & Cultural Arts, stated the City is awaiting on the images from the three artists that were selected. 29. Commissioner Callari, District 3 Employee Health Clinic Commissioner Callari stated she is excited about the employee health care clinic. She stated it is a positive opportunity for staff. Commissioner Callari thanked everyone for making it possible. City of Hollywood Page 11 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final February 21, 2024 Scholarship Commissioner Callari stated the Broward League of Cities is offering a $1,000.00 scholarship to a high school senior. She encouraged anyone to apply on the browardleague.org website. McNicol Middle School Commissioner Callari stated she visited McNicol Middle School and met with staff and took a tour. She stated the school was presented with a Mental Health Clinic facilities program. Commissioner Callari stated the school is looking for partnerships to help them with their food, clothing, and furniture needs. Senior Living Housing Commissioner Callari stated she is excited about the item passing for the senior living housing. She stated the City needs to look for opportunities to provide seniors with more affordable housing. Youth Ambassador Program Commissioner Callari stated the Youth Ambassador Program will be returning. She thanked staff for assisting with the program. Thank you Commissioner Callari thanked those that participated in the community court event. City Hall Circle Redevelopment Commissioner Callari requested support for staff to look for a public private partnership to redevelop City Hall circle. Commissioner Biederman and Vice Mayor Anderson supported the idea. Legislation Commissioner Callari stated the State Legislature is still in session. She requested everyone to stay alert, and the lobby their representatives as issues come up. Commissioner Callari thanked Adam Reichbach, Assistant City manager for Finance and Administration, and Broward Florida League of Cities for all their notifications on issues. Meetings Commissioner Callari announced the Hollywood Hills Civic Association will have a meeting tonight at 7:00 PM at David Park Community Center. Commissioner Calleri announced next week at North Central Civic Association meeting she will be the guest speaker. The meetings is at 7:00 PM at Rotary Park. She will be representing District 3 and providing City of Hollywood Page 12 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final February 21, 2024 all the updates within the City. 30. Commissioner Gruber, District 4 Community Court Commissioner Gruber stated the community court was really emotional. He stated Judge Tuter was great and it was a great experience to attend. Battle of the Badge Commissioner Gruber congratulated the Police Department who won the Battle of the Badges flag football game. He would like to see the event at a Hollywood facility in the future. Tot Lot Park Commissioner Gruber requested an update from staff on if they will be pulling out the antiquated equipment from the Tot Lot Park to make a green space or dog park. Lighting Commissioner Gruber stated the new LED lights are now up and running in District 4 . He stated there are a lot of gaps where new lights are needed. He requested staff to provide an update on the timeline for the installation of new lights. Broward County School Facilities Commissioner Gruber requested staff to see if there can be an agreement for the residents to have access to the various Broward County School facilities and provide an update to see if it is possible. 56th Avenue Wall Commissioner Gruber stated on 56th Avenue wall when the hedges were pulled out, some of the old concrete wall is still there. He requested having something similar done installed as what was done on 46th Avenue. 31. Commissioner Biederman, District 5 Community Court Commissioner Biederman stated the community court was terrific. He thanked Tymira Mack, Grant Administrator, and staff for making the financial aspect of the court possible. Parking Issues Commissioner Biederman stated at the Driftwood Civic Association meeting last night there were discussions regarding people parking in City of Hollywood Page 13 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final February 21, 2024 non-parking areas. He stated there needs to be more enforcement that takes place at night. Abandoned Tennis Courts Commissioner Biederman stated the tennis courts at Apollo Middle School have been abandoned. He stated he would like to see the City make an agreement with the School Board to use some of the space to create new areas to park. Thank you Commissioner Biederman thanked staff for fixing the fences at the dog park. He stated the fences were fixed very quickly according to a call he received from a resident. Affordable Housing Commissioner Biederman stated in the meeting this morning it was discussed to have developers create more affordable housing. He requested staff to provide an update. Commissioner Biederman stated there are vacant lots all over the City. He requested staff to find out if the City would be able to get some affordable housing built on them School Zones Commissioner Biederman stated he would like to know the status of the school zone photo enforcement cameras and requested staff provide an update. George R. Keller, Jr., City Manager, stated the proposals were not recorded, and therefore according to State Statute they had to be rejected. 32. Commissioner Quintana, District 6 Broward Workshop Commissioner Quintana stated in the beginning of February she attended a Broward workshop with business leaders where the keynote speaker and author of a book called “Unreasonable Hospitality.” She stated she has noticed recently City staff exceeding their expectations without knowing about the concepts from the book. Commissioner Quintana stated it is pleasing to see the City going above and beyond for its residents and business owners. Thank you Commissioner Quintana thanked Allison Saffold, Civic Affairs Administrator, and the City Manager for Partnership for Engaged Neighborhoods event. She stated it had a positive outcome and was well City of Hollywood Page 14 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final February 21, 2024 attended. Commissioner Quintana thanked Ryan Coote, Community Development Division Manager, for his presentation at the Park East Civic Association, which consisted of all the programs the City has that can help its residents. She stated the presentation was both entertaining and informative. Commissioner Quintana thanked Public Works staff for their quick response to a resident’s issue with a garbage can. Commissioner Quintana thanked Jose Cortez, Director of Design & Construction Management, and Nicole Heran, Deputy Director of Design & Construction Management, for their hard work. Liberia Commissioner Quintana stated she enjoyed hearing this morning from Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman-Schultz who talked about the impact the arts and civil rights had on Liberia. One City At A Time Commissioner Quintana stated the One City at a Time Initiative that Memorial Regional Hospital hosted is still taking place. She stated the initiative will take place every Tuesday at Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr ., Community Center, on Wednesdays at Boulevard Heights Community Center and on Thursdays at Washington Park Community Center. Commissioner Quintana stated the mobile medical unit will be there at no cost for basic health screening. She asked everyone to get the word out. Swim Lessons Commissioner Quintana announced the YMCA is offering free swimming classes during spring break. She stated it will take place March 25 through March 29th. Residents Idea Commissioner Quintana stated she loves Mr. Glickman’s idea about solar power parking lots. She stated Mr. Glickman has some great ideas. Door Hangers Commissioner Quintana stated the door hangers for recycling are available to educate the residents on how to correctly handle their recycling. She stated she would be passing them out at the Civic Association meetings. Code Officers Commissioner Quintana requested if it is possible to have Code Officers City of Hollywood Page 15 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final February 21, 2024 provide information to property owners who are facing code issues and need help with becoming compliant. She stated they could offer the information provided by Community Development, to help with these corrections. 33. Mayor Levy Thank You Mayor Levy thanked Commissioner Anderson for Black History Month Celebration along with the triathlon that was found enjoyable. Reggae Band Mayor Levy stated on June 1st the Black Uhuru a reggae band will be performing at the ArtsPark. He stated it was a favorite band of his and he looked forward to seeing them live. Community Court Mayor Levy stated the community court was great. He thanked Ryan Coote, Community Development Manager, for his participation. Press Conference Mayor Levy stated this morning he participated in a press conference on the beach with FIU and Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman-Schultz. He stated it was to promote grant funding for projects FIU will be conducting in which they monitor the coastal subsurface and evaluate the limestone. Veterans Housing Mayor Levy stated the veterans housing that resident Andre Brown spoke about, veterans housing, is an idea the City can look into in the future. Pinnacle Mayor Levy stated the Pinnacle project on Johnson Street is almost complete. He stated for residents to look out for announcement on affordable housing applications starting in March. Service Clubs Mayor Levy stated the staff was looking into placing signs for service clubs. He stated he hoped it would take place soon. Asphalt Mayor Levy thanked Tom Lander for bringing the issue to the Commission about where the Highlands Drive road ends and having the asphalt removed. He stated this could be an area made into green space and requested Commission support for the evaluation of the project to City of Hollywood Page 16 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final February 21, 2024 take place. The Commission supported the idea. Mayor Levy thanked the Commission for their support. 34. City Attorney Community Court Douglas Gonzales, City Attorney, stated he remembers trying to get the community court started 31 years ago, but was not able to get the support. He stated he was glad that the City was able to accomplish this. 35. City Manager Celebration George R. Keller, Jr., City Manager, announced tomorrow evening at 6:00 PM at the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Community Center there will be a Black History Celebration. He encouraged everyone to attend to enjoy the celebration along with the fashion show, food, music and poetry readings. Compliments George R. Keller, Jr., City Manager, stated he appreciates the comments from the Commission that complemented City staff for all the projects. He thanked the unions for their cooperation on the Employee Health Center. Spark George R. Keller, Jr., City Manager, announced the Spark launch will take place tomorrow at 6:00 PM at Young Circle ArtsPark. Software George R. Keller, Jr., City Manager, announced the new operating software for the Building Division has kicked off and full implementation should be completed June or July of this year. Fiscal Strategy Kickoff Workshop George R. Keller, Jr., City Manager, announced tomorrow morning at 9:00 AM the Fiscal Strategy Kickoff workshop will take place at Boulevard Heights Community Center. He stated this is the start of the budget process for the following year and this is a great opportunity for residents to see what is going on in the City. City of Hollywood Page 17 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final February 21, 2024 36. The meeting adjourned at 6:32 PM. ______________________________ Patricia A. Cerny, MMC City Clerk Hollywood, Florida Approved on: _________________________ City of Hollywood Page 18