Regular City Commission Meeting
Regular MeetingHollywood, FL · March 20, 2024
Minutes
City of Hollywood
Hollywood City Hall
2600 Hollywood Blvd
Hollywood, FL 33020
http://www.hollywoodfl.org
Meeting Minutes
Wednesday, March 20, 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 March 20, 2024
. The Regular City Commission Meeting of the City of Hollywood, Florida, was called to
order by Mayor Levy on Wednesday 20, 2024 at 1:09 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 Kevin D. Biederman,
Commissioner Idelma Quintana and Mayor Josh Levy
Absent: Commissioner Adam Gruber
CONSENT AGENDA
Approval of the Consent Agenda
ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was
seconded by Vice Mayor Anderson, to adopt the Consent Agenda.
The motion passed 6-0. Commissioner Gruber was absent.
5. R-2024-079 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,
Amending The Number And Type Of Authorized Positions And Adjusting
The Assignments Of The Authorized Positions For Each Department For
The Fiscal Year 2024 As Previously Established By R-2023-302.
ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari,
which was seconded by Vice Mayor Anderson, and adopted on
the Consent Agenda. The motion passed 6-0. Commissioner
Gruber was absent.
6. R-2024-080 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.
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ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari,
which was seconded by Vice Mayor Anderson and adopted on
the Consent Agenda. The motion passed 6-0. Commissioner
Gruber was absent.
7. R-2024-081 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,
Calling For The General Election To Be Held On November 5, 2024;
Authorizing And Directing The City Clerk To Take Certain Actions In
Connection Therewith; Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To
Execute An Agreement With The Broward County Supervisor Of
Elections Regarding The Election.
ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari,
which was seconded by Vice Mayor Anderson and adopted on
the Consent Agenda. The motion passed 6-0. Commissioner
Gruber was absent.
8. R-2024-082 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,
Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Implement
A Settlement With Eric Guerrero In A Gross Amount of $159,656.00,
Less All Applicable Deductions And Withholdings For Tax And All Other
Purposes, Resulting In A Net Payment Of $112,318.00.
ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari,
which was seconded by Vice Mayor Anderson, and adopted on
the Consent Agenda. The motion passed 6-0. Commissioner
Gruber was absent.
11. R-2024-085 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,
Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Apply For And If Awarded,
Accept The Florida Inland Navigation District 2024 Waterways
Assistance Program Grant For The Hollywood Marina Master Plan
Phase I Fuel Pier Improvement Project In The Amount Of $137,000.00,
With 50% Matching Funds To Be Paid From The Broward County
Boating Improvement Program Fund; Authorizing The Execution Of An
Agreement With The Florida Fish And Wildlife Conservation
Commission; Further Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To
Execute All Other 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 6-0. Commissioner
Gruber was absent.
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12. R-2024-086 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,
Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute An Agreement For
Traffic Control With Mapleridge Property Owners Association, Inc.
ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari,
which was seconded by Vice Mayor Anderson, and adopted on
the Consent Agenda. The motion passed 6-0. Commissioner
Gruber was absent.
13. R-2024-087 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,
Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute A
Contract With National Metering Services, Inc. To Verify Water Service
Line Materials In An Amount Up To $414,275.00.
ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari,
which was seconded by Vice Mayor Anderson, and adopted on
the Consent Agenda. The motion passed 6-0. Commissioner
Gruber was absent.
14. R-2024-088 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 GF 24-01 With
Gannett Fleming, Inc. To Provide Professional Engineering Services In
An Amount Up To $400,000.00 For Design, Permit, Bid, And
Construction Management Services Related To Utility Relocations and
Installations As Requested By The Florida Department of Transportation;
Amending the Fiscal Year 2024 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 6-0. Commissioner
Gruber was absent.
15. R-2024-089 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 Blanket Purchase Agreement PA600515 With High
Tech Engineering Incorporated, D/B/A High Tech Locating, To Increase
The Location Services Citywide Contract Amount From $500,000.00 To
$750,000.00 Until June 14, 2024.
ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari,
which was seconded by Vice Mayor Anderson and adopted on
the Consent Agenda. The motion passed 6-0. Commissioner
Gruber was absent.
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16. P-2024-013 Presentation by James Russo, Fire Chief, Recognizing Recipients Of
The Second Chance Coin Award.
James Russo, Fire Chief, introduced Simon Serrao, Division Chief.
Simon Serrao, Division Chief, read the commendation that resulted in
the following being recognized for the Second Chance Coin Award:
Police Officer: Marco Sabino; Life Guards: Robert Maerkle, Bogdan
Corsovic, Ramo Kline, Oakley Skove, Ernesto Gomez, Abel Garcia,
Anthony Baer, Curtis Grier and Emanual Davis.
Dr. Randy Katz, Memorial Regional Hospital, provided additional
information.
17. P-2024-014 Presentation By Mitch Anton, Chair, Regarding The Annual Report For
The Civil Service Board.
Mitch Anton, Chair of the Civic Service Board, presented the annual
report for the board.
18. P-2024-015 Presentation By Jeffrey Freehman, Chair, Regarding The Annual Report
For The Education Advisory Committee.
Jeffrey Freehman, Chair of the Education Advisory Committee,
presented the annual report for the committee.
19. 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)
The Mayor announced the ordinance was advertised in conformance with
Florida Statutes and City Codes. The public hearing was opened; there
being no one present who wished to speak, the public hearing was
declared closed.
Andria Wingett, Director of Development Services, explained the intent
of the ordinance.
Ian DeMello, Shubin Law Group, provided additional information.
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The City Attorney read the ordinance title on second and final reading.
ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was
seconded by Commissioner Shuham, to adopt on second and
final reading the Ordinance. The motion on roll call vote carried:
Aye: Commissioner Shuham
Vice Mayor Anderson
Commissioner Callari
Commissioner Biederman
Commissioner Quintana
Mayor Levy
Absent: Commissioner Gruber
Enactment No: O-2024-03
20. R-2024-090 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,
Approving A Site Plan For The Expansion Of An Existing Surface
Parking Lot Within The Federation Plaza Master Development Plan To
Accommodate A Future Mixed-Use Development, Located At 3081 Taft
Street, Hollywood, Florida (Federation Plaza). (23-JPWZ-58)
The City Attorney explained waiving the quasi-judicial procedures for
items #21, #22 and #23 and Mayor Levy questioned if there were any
objections to waiving them. There were no objections, and the
quasi-judicial procedures were waived.
ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was
seconded by Commissioner Biederman, to adopt the Resolution.
On a voice vote the motion passed 6-0. Commissioner Gruber
was absent.
21. R-2024-091 A Resolution of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,
Considering A Request For Design And Site Plan Approval For A
22-Story, 248-Unit Mixed-Use Development With 7,753 Square Feet Of
Commercial Uses Located At 410 North Federal Highway, Hollywood,
Florida (Star Tower). (22-JDP-62)
The quasi-judicial procedures were previously waived.
Andria Wingett, Director of Development Services, explained the intent
of the resolution.
Ann Ralston, 326 S 14th Avenue, expressed personal opinions/concerns.
ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Shuham, which was
seconded by Commissioner Callari, to adopt the Resolution. On a
voice vote the motion passed 6-0. Commissioner Gruber was
absent.
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22. R-2024-092 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,
Approving The Design And Site Plan For A New Clubhouse And An
Addition To The Existing Maintenance Building Known As Hollywood
Beach Golf Course And Clubhouse Located At 1645 Polk Street.
(22-DP-59)
The quasi-judicial procedures were previously waived.
Andria Wingett, Director of Development Services, explained the intent
of the resolution.
Jose Cortez, Director of Design & Construction Management, provided
additional information to the Commission.
Scott Bakos, Bermello Ajamil and Partner, LLC., gave a presentation of
the project.
Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission.
Commissioner Anderson left the meeting at 2:15 PM and returned at
2:19 PM.
Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission.
David Vasquez, Assistant Director of Park, Recreation, and Cultural Arts,
provided additional information and responded to concerns raised by
members of the commission.
Extensive discussion ensued among staff and members of the
Commission.
Commissioner Shuham left the meeting at 2:30 PM and returned at 2:31
PM.
Commissioner Callari left the meeting at 2:31 PM and returned at 2:32
PM.
Vincent Morello, Director of Public Utilities, responded to concerns
raised by the Commission.
Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission.
Elisa Iglesias, Engineering Support Services Manager/Architectural,
responded to concerns raised by the Commission.
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Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission.
The following individuals expressed personal opinions/concerns:
1. Ann Ralston, 326 S 14th Avenue
2. Terry Cantrell, 745 Harrison Street
Commissioner Anderson left the meeting at 3:09 PM and returned at
3:13 PM.
ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Shuham, which was
seconded by Commissioner Quintana, to adopt the Resolution.
On a voice vote the motion passed 6-0. Commissioner Gruber
was absent.
28. R-2024-098 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,
Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute A
Contract With QGS Development, Inc. For The Construction Of The
Hollywood Beach Golf Course Renovation Project, A General Obligation
Bond Project, In An Amount Up To $10,807,447.57, In Accordance With
Section 38.41(C)(9) Of The Procurement Code. (Best Interest)
Jose Cortez, Director of Design and Construction Management, gave a
presentation and explained the intent of the resolution.
Jim Armstrong, Project Manager QGS Development, Inc., provided
additional information.
Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission.
George R. Keller Jr., City Manager, responded to questions raised by
Commission.
Ann Ralston, 326 S 14th Avenue, expressed personal opinions/concerns.
ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Shuham, which was
seconded by Commissioner Biederman, to adopt the Resolution.
On a voice vote the motion passed 6-0. Commissioner Gruber
was absent.
23. R-2024-093 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,
Appointing City Commission Members As The Voting And Alternate
Voting Delegates For The Broward County League Of Cities For The
Year 2024 - 2025.
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ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Biederman, which
was seconded by Commissioner Quintana, to adopt the
Resolution appointing Commission Callari as the voting delegate,
Commissioner Biederman ad the first alternate and Mayor Levy as
the second alternate. On a voice vote the motion passed 6-0.
Commissioner Gruber was absent.
24. R-2024-094 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,
Adopting The Department Of Parks, Recreation And Cultural Arts Sunset
Park Master Plan For Purposes Of Future Development Of The Former
Sunset Golf Course Site.
Ricky Engle, Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts, gave a
presentation on the Sunset Park Master Plan.
The following individuals expressed personal opinions/concerns:
1. Terry Cantrell, 745 Harrison Street
2. Lisette Di Sciascid, 3815 Cleveland Street
3. Patricia Antrican, 2534 Fillmore Street
4. Karen Caputo, 2631 Garfield Street
Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission.
Eric Harrison, Landscape Architect, provided additional information.
Discussion ensued among staff, Mr. Harrison 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 6-0. Commissioner Gruber was
absent.
25. R-2024-095 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,
Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute
Local Funding Agreements And A Maintenance Memorandum Of
Agreement With The Florida Department Of Transportation To Fund The
Construction Of Four Stormwater Pump Stations Located On State Road
A1A In A Lump Sum Amount Of $5,326,909.00; Approving And
Authorizing The Execution Of An Interlocal Agreement With The
Hollywood Community Redevelopment Agency For Reimbursement To
The Department Of Public Utilities For The Cost Of Funding The
Construction Of Three Stormwater Pump Stations Located Within The
CRA Beach District In A Lump Sum Amount Of $3,441,445.00.
Vincent Morello, Director of Public Utilities, gave a presentation and
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explained the intent of the resolution.
Commission Callari left the meeting at 4:21 PM and returned at 4:24 PM.
Commissioner Biederman left the meeting at 4:24 PM and returned at
4:26 PM.
Bob Glickman, 3111 N Ocean Drive, expressed personal
opinions/concerns.
Douglas Gonzales, City Attorney, provided additional information to the
Commission.
Jorge Comejo, CRA Executive Director, provide additional information to
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 6-0. Commissioner Gruber was
absent.
26. R-2024-096 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,
Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute
Change Orders To Increase The Contract Amount For 2023 Drainage
Improvement Project Construction Services With Southeastern
Engineering Contractors, Inc. By An Amount Of $1,500,000.00, And With
Man Con, Inc. By An Amount Of $1,000,000.00.
Vincent Morello, Director of Public Utilities, explained the intent of the
resolution.
Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission.
Ann Ralston, 326 S 14th Avenue, expressed personal opinions/concerns.
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 6-0. Commissioner Gruber was
absent.
27. R-2024-097 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 With Janice M. Riley, Inc., D/B/A The
Paving Lady, For Roadways And Streets Maintenance To Increase The
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Contract Amount From $3,500,000.00 To $4,500,000.00.
Joseph Kroll, Director of Public Works, explained the intent of the
resolution.
Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission.
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 6-0. Commissioner Gruber
was absent.
9. R-2024-083 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 Architectural
/Engineering Design Services And Construction Administration Fees
With Brooks + Scarpa Architects, Inc., For The Art And Culture Center
Expansion Project, In An Amount Up To $35,063.00, For A Total
Contract Amount Of $313,863.00.
Nicole Heran, Deputy Director of Design & Construction Management,
provided a presentation on the project.
Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission.
George R. Keller, Jr., City Manager, provided additional information to
the Commission.
Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission.
Jose Cortes, Director of Design & Construction Management, provided
additional information to 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 5-1. Commissioner Biederman
was opposed and Commissioner Gruber was absent.
10. R-2024-084 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 Provincial South, Inc., D/B/A PSI Roofing, For Roof
Replacement At The Art And Culture Center In An Amount Up To
$500,000.00, Based Upon The Interlocal Purchasing System Request
For Proposal And Contract Number 211001 For Trades, Labor And
Materials, In Accordance With Section 38.41(C)(5) Of The Procurement
Code. (Piggyback)
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ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari to adopt the
Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed 5-1.
Commissioner Biederman was opposed and Commissioner
Gruber was absent.
31. CITIZENS’ COMMENTS
The following individuals expressed personal opinions/concerns:
1. Jonathan Anderson, 5660 Flagler Street
2. Ann Ralston, 326 S 14th Avenue
3. Bob Glickman, 3111 N Ocean Drive
29. PO-2023-13 An Ordinance Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending Section 7.4
Of The Zoning And Land Development Regulations To Update
Provisions Of The “Parking Payment In Lieu Of Providing Parking”
Program. (23-T-18)
Andria Wingett, Director of Development Services, explained the intent
of the ordinance.
Mayor Levy passed the gavel to Vice Mayor Anderson and left the
meeting at 5:20 PM, he returned at 5:21 PM.
Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission.
The Mayor announced the ordinance was advertised in conformance with
Florida Statutes and City Codes. The public hearing was opened; there
being no one present who wished to speak, the public hearing was
declared closed.
The City Attorney read the ordinance title on first reading.
ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was
seconded by Commissioner Shuham, to adopt on second and
final reading the Ordinance. The motion on roll call vote carried:
Aye: Commissioner Shuham
Vice Mayor Anderson
Commissioner Callari
Commissioner Biederman
Commissioner Quintana
Mayor Levy
Absent: Commissioner Gruber
Enactment No: O-2024-04
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30. R-2024-099 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,
Updating The Comprehensive Schedule Of Fees To Support The
“Parking Payment In Lieu Of Providing Parking” Program. (23-T-18)
ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Shuham, which was
seconded by Commissioner Callari, to adopt the Resolution. On a
voice vote the motion passed 6-0. Commissioner Gruber was
absent.
32. Commissioner Callari, District 3
Congratulations
Commissioner Callari congratulated James Russo, Fire Chief, for
stepping up to the plate and wished him well in his new role as Fire
Chief.
St. Patrick’s Day
Commissioner Callari stated the St. Patrick’s Day parade was a huge
success. It was lots of fun and a great day.
Easter
Commissioner Callari wished everyone a Happy Easter in advance as
the next Commission Meeting will take place after Easter.
Congratulations to the Winners of March Elections
Commissioner Callari congratulated the winners of the March elections .
She stated the City of Hillsboro Beach, City of Lauderdale-by-the-Sea
and the City of Pembroke Pines all have new Mayors and
Commissioners. She welcomed them all to the world of politics.
Stan Goldman Pickleball Opening
Commissioner Callari requested an update via email for the Stan
Goldman Pickleball opening, as she will be out of town for a few days
and would like to make sure she is aware of any openings or
ribbon-cutting ceremonies.
North Rainbow Drive
Commissioner Callari presented a picture of North Rainbow Drive. She
stated that North Rainbow Drive is one way which can be converted east
and west. The road across the median goes nowhere. The conversion
would help with flooding around Johnson Street and Park Road.
Equestrian
Commissioner Callari stated the stated during Citizens’ Comments a
equestrian speaker wanted space for an equestrian program. She
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requested she would like staff to look into this request of identifying an
equestrian green space and stated there is a huge need and suggested
possible areas within the Broward County parks or East of I-95.
Tri-Rail
Commissioner Callari stated she rode the Tri-Rail from Hollywood to
Miami Airport, and it was a great trip. She stated it was a great price and
saved lots of traffic time. Commissioner Callari encouraged everyone to
utilize the Tri-Rail.
Thanks to Parking
Commissioner Callari thanked the Parking Division, for the cleanup of
the cars on Hollywood Boulevard between City Hall Circle and Dixie
Highway.
Phone Towers
Commissioner Callari spoke about the phone towers with the hope to
add an extra level of security and safety measures. She requested
Commission support to encourage the developers to hardwire and place
antennas on the high rises to help provide radio towers for the County .
Commissioner Shuham and Mayor Levy supported the idea.
Leaving Early
Commissioner Callari announced she will have to leave early at the next
Commission meeting.
33. Commissioner Gruber, District 4
Commissioner Gruber was absent.
34. Commissioner Biederman, District 5
Misunderstanding
Commissioner Biederman stated he recognized he was wrong when
meeting with City Manager yesterday regarding the Commission request
to review process.
Board Appointments
Commissioner Biederman stated he wanted to clarify the dates and
times of board appointment meetings. He stated the updated time and
date for the board appointments will be June 24, 2024, at 6:00 PM to
8:00 PM at the Special Commission Meeting.
Parking Stop Bars
Commission Biederman stated that he is happy to see the contract to
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paint the stop lines and will be installing stop bars for parking.
Thank You
Commission Biederman thanked the staff for hosting the free concerts at
the Boulevard Heights Amphitheater.
Marshmallow Drop
Commissioner Biederman stated thank you in advance for the
Marshmallow Drop at Boulevard Heights field, however, due to
forecasted inclement weather the date will be changed to the following
weekend March 30, 2024, between 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM.
Hollywood Arts and Cultural Center
Commissioner Biederman stated he is not against the Hollywood Art and
Cultural Center, he is concerned with taxpayer dollars. He stated that he
would like to see more programming in each district and not just in the
east side of the City.
35. Commissioner Quintana, District 6
Water Matters Day
Commissioner Quintana stated she attended the Water Matters Day on
March 9, 2024, which was an excellent event and Hollywood was well
represented. She stated she now has a better understanding on water
conservation.
Neighborhood Meeting
Commissioner Quintana stated she hosted a neighborhood meeting at
Hollywood Garden West which she encouraged community connections
in District 6. She stated she hopes to repeat this in other areas of the
district in the future. Commissioner Quintana also thanked staff that
attended the event.
Broward Sierra Club Earth Day Event
Commissioner Quintana announced on Saturday she will be attending
the Broward Sierra Club Day event and judging an art contest by local
high school students. She stated the event will take place at Ann Kolb
Nature Center between 8:30 AM and 4:00 PM.
Great Example
Commissioner Quintana stated she wanted to thank the City Manager for
setting a great example to City staff working across departments. She
stated she is happy to see Public Utilities; Design and Construction
Management; the Water Management Team and Public Works are all
working cohesively.
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Career Day
Commissioner Quintana stated she will be participating in a Career Day
event at Orange Brook Elementary School on April 9, 2024, and
encouraged other staff to participate at local schools.
Thank You Police
Commissioner Quintana thanked the Police Department for working
through some challenges at Beverly Hills recently. She stated that the
officers are well trained and knew how to deescalate the situation.
36. Commissioner Shuham, District 1
St. Patrick’s Day Event
Commissioner Shuham stated the St. Patrick’s Day parade was great,
and she wanted to thank all staff and departments for the successful
event.
Biz Now Meeting
Commissioner Shuham thanked Mayor Levy; Raelin Storey, Assistant
City Manager; Jorge Camejo, CRA Executive Director; and
representatives from Pinnacle and Breakstone for their participation in
the Biz Now meetings. She stated the developers expressed that they
enjoy working with the City and the engagement of the community helped
make their projects better.
Sympathy
Commissioner Shuham expressed sympathy to the family in Cooper City
who lost a son in the scooter accident. She stated the City has an
ordinance that bans scooters and Commissioner Shuham requested
Commission support for the Police Department to review what other
cities are doing with regards to scooter safety.
Broward County School Board
Commissioner Shuham spoke about Commission comments regarding
Broward County School Board and the school closings. She stated that
she will redo the resolution with the suggestions from the Commission
and would like this the agenda for the next meeting. Commissioner
Shuham expressed concerns about impact on school’s budget. Mayor
Levy agreed it can be put on the agenda.
Dune Planting
Commissioner Shuham requested the Department of Public Works staff
connect with local businesses and cooperate with the for volunteer
working on the dune planting and cleanups. She stated that FPL did an
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amazing job at the State Park planting dunes.
Happy Easter
Commissioner Shuham wished everyone a Happy Easter.
37. Vice Mayor Anderson, District 2
Commission in the Community
Vice Mayor Anderson announced on May 8, 2024, the Commission in
the Community meeting will take place at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.,
Community Center at 6:00 PM.
Seating Accommodation
Vice Mayor Anderson requested more accessible seating in the
Commission Chamber. She stated that the seats are all one size, and
she would like larger seats to accommodate the residents.
George R. Keller Jr., City Manager, stated during summer renovations to
the Commission Chamber the new seats will be installed.
Attucks Pool Open
Vice Mayor Anderson announced the swimming pool at Attucks Middle
School will be open for the summer.
Benches
Vice Mayor Anderson requested that when the next set of benches are
purchased by staff, please ensure they are better quality. She stated that
the benches at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center are bending
in the middle.
Mural
Vice Mayor Anderson stated the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. mural has
been selected and will be here soon. She also wanted to extend a thank
you to Rick Engle, Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts, and
his team for all the outstanding job they did.
38. Mayor Levy
Happy Holidays
Mayor Levy wished everyone happy holidays.
Spring Break
Mayor Levy wished all students a happy and safe spring break.
Streets
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Mayor Levy states it is great to see the repaving and resurfacing of the
streets and they look good.
Request Update City Projects
Mayor Levy requested updates from the City Manager on the monthly
projects under construction. He stated he would like to share the dates
with residents.
Affordable Housing
Mayor Levy stated the Pinnacle Affordable Housing lottery has about
20,000 applications and rents will be $1,000.00 to $1,400.00 monthly.
He stated he is happy the City can continue the efforts to help provide
affordable housing.
Impact Fees
Mayor Levy stated he would like to have a presentation given to
Commission regarding utilization of impact fees.
Bandshell Update
Mayor Levy stated that he is happy to see the bandshell update on
repairs and issued with work to begin in 30 days. Mayor Levy stated he
wants to ensure the project is completed quickly, so the City will not lose
too many entertainment days and music programming.
Live Music
Mayor Levy stated there is live music five nights a week in the City.
39. City Attorney
Career Fair
Douglas Gonzales, City Attorney, stated he attended the career fair at
Avant Guard School, and he enjoyed the interaction with the Mayor and
Children.
Executive Session
Douglas Gonzales, City Attorney, announced pursuant to Florida Statutes
286.011(8)(a), an executive session will be held on Wednesday, March
27, 2024, at 4:00 PM regarding Ada Ramirez vs. City of Hollywood
litigation. Attending the session will be the Mayor, Commissioners, City
Manager, City Attorney and Julian Geraci, Chief Litigation Counsel.
Happy Holidays
Douglas Gonzales, City Attorney, wished residents and staff a Happy
Easter celebration.
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40. City Manager
Thank You
George R. Keller Jr., City Manager, stated that he is appreciative of the
all the changes and updates going on within the City. He stated that many
of the projects have been years in the works and he is happy to see them
coming into fruition. George R. Keller Jr., City Manager, stated he
appreciates of all the staff that have worked diligently on these projects.
New Fire Chief
George R. Keller Jr., City Manager, stated he wanted to recognize Jim
Russo who was promoted to Fire Chief. He stated that Jim Russo is a
good fit and congratulated him on his promotion.
City Events
George R. Keller, City Manager, acknowledged the Marshmallow Drop
and Earth Day community events.
Charter Review
George R. Keller Jr., City Manager, announced the Charter Review has
its third Community Input Meeting on March 26, 2024, at 5:00 PM at the
Hollywood Beach and Community Center.
Happy Holidays
George R. Keller Jr., City Manager, wished everyone a happy holiday.
41. The meeting adjourned at 6:00 PM.
______________________________
Patricia A. Cerny, MMC
City Clerk
Hollywood, Florida
Approved on:
_________________________
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Agenda
Regular City Commission Meeting
Wednesday, March 20, 2024
1:00 PM
City of Hollywood
Hollywood City Hall
2600 Hollywood Blvd
Hollywood, FL 33020
http://www.hollywoodfl.org
Commission Chambers Room 219
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 Agenda - Final March 20, 2024
NOTES
As a courtesy the City is offering a new option for Citizens’ Comments, other than in -person
comments, for persons to participate at 5:00 PM by telephone. The option for public comment
via telephone is not available for Proclamations, Presentations or other agenda items.
Advance registration is required to participate via telephone for Citizens' Comments at :
https://fl-hollywood2.civicplus.com/FormCenter/City-Clerk-12/Citizens-Comments-Telephone-Re
gistration-291
This registration form must be received by noon on the Tuesday prior to the meeting. Requests
received after this time will not be honored. The public is encouraged to participate in -person at
City Hall, 2600 Hollywood Boulevard, room 219.
The Consent Agenda is comprised of items prepared by various offices and departments in the
City. These items are routine and/or non-controversial in nature, and may be voted upon by the
Commission in one motion as listed below.
The Regular agenda consists of items that must be discussed or that could be considered
controversial, and are voted upon by the Commission individually.
Agenda items not scheduled for a specific time may be considered at any time during the
meeting, at the Commission’s discretion. However, time certain items will not be considered by
the Commission earlier than the time listed for those items, although those items may be taken
up at a later time.
The following items on this agenda are time certain items.
1:00 PM - Item - 16
1:15 PM - Item - 17 thru 20
5:00 PM - Item - 29 thru 31
1. Moment of Silence
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Recognition of Veterans, Active Service Personnel & Their Families
4. Roll Call
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CONSENT AGENDA
(Items # 5-15)
If a citizen wishes to comment on a specific item, he/she should submit a comment card to the
City Clerk before the Commission approves the consent agenda.
OFFICE OF BUDGET & PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT
5. R-2024-079 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood,
Florida, Amending The Number And Type Of Authorized Positions And
Adjusting The Assignments Of The Authorized Positions For Each
Department For The Fiscal Year 2024 As Previously Established By
R-2023-302.
Attachments: PosCntrl amendment reso.docx
Exhibit 1.pdf
Exhibit 2.pdf
6. R-2024-080 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.
Attachments: Reso-Budget Amendment and Grant Acceptance.docx
Exhibits 1-9.pdf
Strategic Plan Focus Area: Financial Management & Administration
OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK
7. R-2024-081 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood,
Florida, Calling For The General Election To Be Held On November 5,
2024; Authorizing And Directing The City Clerk To Take Certain
Actions In Connection Therewith; Authorizing The Appropriate City
Officials To Execute An Agreement With The Broward County
Supervisor Of Elections Regarding The Election.
Attachments: R-calling for election - 2024.doc
Municipal Election Agreement-2024(Rev. 10122023) - fillable form.pdf
EXHIBIT A - Municipal Election Hollywood Cost Estimate-2024.pdf
Strategic Plan Focus Area: Communications & Civic Engagement
City of Hollywood Page 3
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OFFICE OF HUMAN RESOURCES
8. R-2024-082 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood,
Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To
Implement A Settlement With Eric Guerrero In A Gross Amount of
$159,656.00, Less All Applicable Deductions And Withholdings For
Tax And All Other Purposes, Resulting In A Net Payment Of
$112,318.00.
Attachments: 2024 Reso Guerrero Settlement.docx
E. Guerrero - Settlement Agreement and General Release 3.06.2024 Final.pdf
Strategic Plan Focus Area: Financial Management & Administration
DEPARTMENT OF DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT
9. R-2024-083 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
Architectural /Engineering Design Services And Construction
Administration Fees With Brooks + Scarpa Architects, Inc., For The Art
And Culture Center Expansion Project, In An Amount Up To
$35,063.00, For A Total Contract Amount Of $313,863.00.
Attachments: Resolution - (ATP7) FINAL.docx
B+S Proposal.pdf
Professional Services Agreement.pdf
ATP 2 .pdf
ATP 3.pdf
ATP 4.pdf
ATP 5.pdf
ATP 6.pdf
ATP 7.pdf
R-2019-102.pdf
R-2019-272.pdf
COI 2024 renewal.pdf
ATP 1.pdf
Strategic Plan Focus Area: Infrastructure & Facilities
City of Hollywood Page 4
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10. R-2024-084 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 Provincial South, Inc., D/B/A PSI Roofing,
For Roof Replacement At The Art And Culture Center In An Amount Up
To $500,000.00, Based Upon The Interlocal Purchasing System
Request For Proposal And Contract Number 211001 For Trades,
Labor And Materials, In Accordance With Section 38.41(C)(5) Of The
Procurement Code. (Piggyback)
Attachments: Resolution - Art & Culture_PSI_DN.docx
PSI Roofing Tips 211001_CONTRACT_JOC.pdf
Arts & Cultural Center Roofing Proposal_REV.pdf
Addendum to PSI Proposal_DN.pdf
TIPS JOC Expiration.pdf
COI Approval_risk management.pdf
COI_PSI GL 23-24.pdf
COI_PSI WC 2024.pdf
Piggyback Checklist Hollywood 2-26-24.pdf
Piggyback Request Form 2-26-24.pdf
Term Sheet - Art and Culture Center_PSI Roofing 3.6.24 - PIGGYBACK.doc
Strategic Plan Focus Area: Infrastructure & Facilities
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS, RECREATION & CULTURAL ARTS
11. R-2024-085 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood,
Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Apply For And If
Awarded, Accept The Florida Inland Navigation District 2024
Waterways Assistance Program Grant For The Hollywood Marina
Master Plan Phase I Fuel Pier Improvement Project In The Amount Of
$137,000.00, With 50% Matching Funds To Be Paid From The
Broward County Boating Improvement Program Fund; Authorizing The
Execution Of An Agreement With The Florida Fish And Wildlife
Conservation Commission; Further Authorizing The Appropriate City
Officials To Execute All Other Applicable Grant Documents.
Attachments: Reso - 2024 FIND Grant-Final.doc
Strategic Plan Focus Area: Infrastructure & Facilities
POLICE DEPARTMENT
12. R-2024-086 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood,
Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute An
Agreement For Traffic Control With Mapleridge Property Owners
Association, Inc.
Attachments: Resolution.doc
Signed by POA Mapleridge Property Owners Association, Inc. Agreement.pdf
Strategic Plan Focus Area: Public Safety
City of Hollywood Page 5
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DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC UTILITIES
13. R-2024-087 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood,
Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To
Execute A Contract With National Metering Services, Inc. To Verify
Water Service Line Materials In An Amount Up To $414,275.00.
Attachments: Resolution - NMS Inc. - LCRR Service Line Material Inventory.docx
Contract - NMS Inc. - LCRR Service Line Material Inventory.pdf
Contract Book - NMS Inc. - LCRR Service Line Material Inventory.pdf
Award Recommendation Letter - NMS Inc. - LCRR Service Line Material Inventory.pdf
Bid Proposal Document Report - NMS Inc. - LCRR Service Line Material Inventory.pdf
Bid Tabulation - NMS Inc. - LCRR Service Line Material Inventory.pdf
Strategic Plan Focus Area: Infrastructure & Facilities
14. R-2024-088 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 GF
24-01 With Gannett Fleming, Inc. To Provide Professional Engineering
Services In An Amount Up To $400,000.00 For Design, Permit, Bid,
And Construction Management Services Related To Utility Relocations
and Installations As Requested By The Florida Department of
Transportation; Amending the Fiscal Year 2024 Capital Improvement
Plan.
Attachments: Resolution - FDOT Utilities Relocation Installation .docx
Exhibit 1.pdf
ATP - FDOT Utilities Relocation Installation.pdf
Proposal-FDOT Utilities Relocation Installation.pdf
Agreement - Gannett Fleming, Inc - FDOT Utilities Relocation.pdf
R-2023-277 - FDOT Utilities Relocation Installation.pdf
Strategic Plan Focus Area: Infrastructure & Facilities
15. R-2024-089 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 Blanket Purchase Agreement PA600515
With High Tech Engineering Incorporated, D/B/A High Tech Locating,
To Increase The Location Services Citywide Contract Amount From
$500,000.00 To $750,000.00 Until June 14, 2024.
Attachments: High Tech Resolution (Change Order).docx
BPA600515.pdf
R-2022-178 BPA High Tech Underground Utility Location Svcs.pdf
Risk Approved - High Tech COI.pdf
Strategic Plan Focus Area: Infrastructure & Facilites
City of Hollywood Page 6
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1:00 PM PRESENTATIONS, PROCLAMATIONS AND AWARDS
16. P-2024-013 Presentation by James Russo, Fire Chief, Recognizing Recipients Of
The Second Chance Coin Award.
Attachments: Second Chance Coin.pdf
Strategic Plan Focus Area: Public Safety
1:15 PM TIME CERTAIN ITEM(S)
17. P-2024-014 Presentation By Mitch Anton, Chair, Regarding The Annual Report For
The Civil Service Board.
Strategic Plan Focus Area: Communications & Civic Engagement
18. P-2024-015 Presentation By Jeffrey Freehman, Chair, Regarding The Annual
Report For The Education Advisory Committee.
Strategic Plan Focus Area: Communications & Civic Engagement
1:15 PM TIME CERTAIN ITEM
19. 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)
Attachments: Ordinance-2024 Federation Plaza.docx
EXHIBIT A.pdf
EXHIBIT B.pdf
Attachment I_Staff Report.pdf
Attachment I-A_Master Development Plan.pdf
Attachment I-B_Zoning and Land Use map.pdf
Attachment I-C_Public Participation Meeting.pdf
Attachment I-D_Application Package.pdf
Business Impact Form for Ordinances.pdf
Second Reading
Advertised Public Hearing
Planning Division
Strategic Plan Focus Area: Economic Vitality
City of Hollywood Page 7
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1:15 PM TIME CERTAIN QUASI-JUDICIAL ITEM
(Rules of Procedure Attached to Agenda)
20. R-2024-090 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood,
Florida, Approving A Site Plan For The Expansion Of An Existing
Surface Parking Lot Within The Federation Plaza Master Development
Plan To Accommodate A Future Mixed-Use Development, Located At
3081 Taft Street, Hollywood, Florida (Federation Plaza). (23-JPWZ-58)
Attachments: Resolution-Federation.doc
EXHIBIT A.pdf
EXHIBIT B.pdf
Attachment A_Application Package.pdf
Attachment A_PDB Staff Report & Backup.pdf
Planning Division
Strategic Plan Focus Area: Economic Vitality
QUASI-JUDICIAL ITEM(S)
21. R-2024-091 A Resolution of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood,
Florida, Considering A Request For Design And Site Plan Approval
For A 22-Story, 248-Unit Mixed-Use Development With 7,753 Square
Feet Of Commercial Uses Located At 410 North Federal Highway,
Hollywood, Florida (Star Tower). (22-JDP-62)
Attachments: Resolution 23-JDP-62.doc
EXHIBIT A.pdf
EXHIBIT B.pdf
Attachment A_Part 1.pdf
Attachment A_Part 2.pdf
Attachment A_Part 3.pdf
Attachment A_Part 4.pdf
Attachment A_Part 5.pdf
Attachment A_Part 6.pdf
Attachment A_Part 7.pdf
Planning Division
Strategic Plan Focus Area: Economic Vitality
City of Hollywood Page 8
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22. R-2024-092 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood,
Florida, Approving The Design And Site Plan For A New Clubhouse
And An Addition To The Existing Maintenance Building Known As
Hollywood Beach Golf Course And Clubhouse Located At 1645 Polk
Street. (22-DP-59)
Attachments: 2259_Resolution.doc
2259_Exhibit A.pdf
2259_Exhibit B.pdf
Attachment I: 2259_PDB_Staff Report_2024_0123.pdf
Attachment I_Part I.pdf
Attachment I_Part II.pdf
Attachment I_Part III.pdf
Attachment I_Part IV.pdf
Attachment I_Part V.pdf
Attachment I_Part VI.pdf
Attachment I_Part VII.pdf
Planning Division
GOB Project
Strategic Plan Focus Area: Quality of Life & Strong Neighborhoods
REGULAR AGENDA
23. R-2024-093 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood,
Florida, Appointing City Commission Members As The Voting And
Alternate Voting Delegates For The Broward County League Of Cities
For The Year 2024 - 2025.
Attachments: R-bro-leg-appt.DOC
24-25 Board Request Appointment.pdf
Office of the City Clerk
Strategic Plan Focus Area: Communications & Civic Engagement
24. R-2024-094 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood,
Florida, Adopting The Department Of Parks, Recreation And Cultural
Arts Sunset Park Master Plan For Purposes Of Future Development Of
The Former Sunset Golf Course Site.
Attachments: Reso - Sunset Park Master Plan_2024.docx
Exhibit A_02.27.24_Sunset Park Concept.pdf
Department of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts
Strategic Plan Focus Area: Quality of Life & Strong Neighborhoods
City of Hollywood Page 9
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25. R-2024-095 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood,
Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To
Execute Local Funding Agreements And A Maintenance Memorandum
Of Agreement With The Florida Department Of Transportation To Fund
The Construction Of Four Stormwater Pump Stations Located On State
Road A1A In A Lump Sum Amount Of $5,326,909.00; Approving And
Authorizing The Execution Of An Interlocal Agreement With The
Hollywood Community Redevelopment Agency For Reimbursement To
The Department Of Public Utilities For The Cost Of Funding The
Construction Of Three Stormwater Pump Stations Located Within The
CRA Beach District In A Lump Sum Amount Of $3,441,445.00.
Attachments: Resolution - A1A Pump Station FDOT LFAs.docx
MMOA - A1A Pump Station FDOT LFAs.pdf
CRA ILA Contract - A1A Pump Station FDOT-redline.pdf
Revised Construction LFA Hollywood 448574.1 FINAL- A1A PS.pdf
Revised Construction LFA Hollywood 448576.1 FINAL - A1A PS.pdf
Revised Construction LFA with Hollywood 448577.1 FINAL - A1A PS.pdf
3rd Party Escrow Agreement _ 448574.1 - A1A Pump Station FDOT LFAs.pdf
3rd Party Escrow Agreement _ 448576.1 - A1A Pump Station FDOT LFAs.pdf
3rd Party Escrow Agreement _ 448577.1 - A1A Pump Station FDOT LFAs.pdf
R-2021-140 FDOT A1A Stormwater Pumps.pdf
R-CRA-2021-36 - FDOT - Funding Participation for Pump Stations.pdf
R-2022-061 FDOT A1A Stormwater Pumps.pdf
Department of Public Utilities
Strategic Plan Focus Area: Infrastructure & Facilities
26. R-2024-096 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood,
Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To
Execute Change Orders To Increase The Contract Amount For 2023
Drainage Improvement Project Construction Services With
Southeastern Engineering Contractors, Inc. By An Amount Of
$1,500,000.00, And With Man Con, Inc. By An Amount Of
$1,000,000.00.
Attachments: Resolution - Change Order No.1 - 2023 Drainage Improvements.docx
Contract - Southeastern Engineering Contractors, Inc. - Change Order No.1 - 2023.pdf
Contract - Man-Con, Inc. - Change Order No.1 - 2023 Drainage Improvements.pdf
R-2023-101 - 2023 Drainage Improvements.pdf
Change Order No.1 - 2023 Drainage Improvements.pptx
Department of Public Utilities
Strategic Plan Focus Area: Infrastructure & Facilities
City of Hollywood Page 10
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27. R-2024-097 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 With Janice M. Riley,
Inc., D/B/A The Paving Lady, For Roadways And Streets Maintenance
To Increase The Contract Amount From $3,500,000.00 To
$4,500,000.00.
Attachments: 01 Reso (Change Order)- the paving lady.docx
R-2024-028 (2).pdf
PA600836.pdf
04 Bid Document Janice M. Riley, Inc.pdf
05 Hollywood_Vendor_Form_completed.pdf
06 Hollywood_Proposal_(signed).pdf
07 Hollywood_COI.pdf
Department of Public Works
Strategic Plan Focus Area: Infrastructure & Facilities
28. R-2024-098 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood,
Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To
Execute A Contract With QGS Development, Inc. For The Construction
Of The Hollywood Beach Golf Course Renovation Project, A General
Obligation Bond Project, In An Amount Up To $10,807,447.57, In
Accordance With Section 38.41(C)(9) Of The Procurement Code.
(Best Interest)
Attachments: Resolution QGS Contract.doc
Exhibit A Contract Form of Agreement Rev.pdf
Exhibit B General Conditions.pdf
Exhibit C Supplementary General Conditions.pdf
Exhibit D Bid Breakdown.pdf
Exhibit E Schedule.pdf
RFP-141-24-WV.pdf
Bid Response Submittal.pdf
Final Evaluation Scoresheet with Part B Calculation -(HBGC RFP) 1-18-2024.pdf
Term Sheet - Hollywood Beach Golf Course Renovation Project_QGS Development, Inc. - BEST
Certificate of Insurance.pdf
COI Risk approval.pdf
Sunbiz Listing.pdf
Requires a 5/7 vote
Department of Design & Construction Management
Strategic Plan Focus Area: Infrastructure & Facilities
City of Hollywood Page 11
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5:00 PM TIME CERTAIN ITEM(S)
29. PO-2023-13 An Ordinance Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending Section 7.4
Of The Zoning And Land Development Regulations To Update
Provisions Of The “Parking Payment In Lieu Of Providing Parking”
Program. (23-T-18)
Attachments: Ordinance.docx
2318_ PDB Package_2023_0314.pdf
BIE_23-T-18.pdf
Second Reading
Advertised Public Hearing
Planning Division
Strategic Plan Focus Area: Infrastructure & Facilities
30. R-2024-099 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood,
Florida, Updating The Comprehensive Schedule Of Fees To Support
The “Parking Payment In Lieu Of Providing Parking” Program.
(23-T-18)
Attachments: Resolution.doc
R-2023-258.pdf
Planning Division
Strategic Plan Focus Area: Infrastructure & Facilities
31. 5:00 PM CITIZENS’ COMMENTS (Total Time 30 Minutes)
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COMMENTS BY THE CITY COMMISSION, CITY ATTORNEY & CITY
MANAGER
32. Commissioner Callari, District 3
33. Commissioner Gruber, District 4
34. Commissioner Biederman, District 5
35. Commissioner Quintana, District 6
36. Commissioner Shuham, District 1
37. Vice Mayor Anderson, District 2
38. Mayor Levy
39. City Attorney
40. City Manager
41. ADJOURNMENT
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Any person who wishes to speak must first complete a comment card from the City Clerk. Comment
cards must be returned to the City Clerk within the first five minutes after the start of the agenda item .
After being recognized, approach the podium, give your name and address, identify your client or
clients (if applicable). A citizen's time is not transferable to any other person.
Citizens' Comments shall be held on the Third Wednesday of each month at the Regular City
Commission Meeting in the City Commission Chambers, Room 219, at 5:00 PM.
Lobbyist registration is required if any person, firm or corporation is lobbying the City Commission on
any petition or issue, pursuant to the Section 30.15 of the Code of Ordinances.
Any person wishing to appeal any decision made by this Commission with respect to any matter
considered at such meeting or hearing will need a record of the proceedings, and for such purposes
may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record includes the
testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is made.
Two or more members of the same city board, commission, or committee, who are not of this
Commission, may attend this meeting and may, at that time, discuss matters on which foreseeable
action may later be taken by their board, commission or committee.
Persons with disabilities who require reasonable accommodations to participate in City programs
and/or services may call the Clarissa Ip, ADA Coordinator/City Engineer, five business days in advance
at 954-921-3915 (voice) or email: cip@hollywoodfl.org. If an individual is hearing or speech impaired,
please call 1-800-955-8771 (V-TDD).
Disclosure of Real Estate Interests and Business Relationships - When an agenda item involves the
use or development of land, each member of the City Commission, City Manager, Assistant City
Manager(s), City Attorney, Deputy City Attorney, and the director and assistant director (s) of each City
department/office shall disclose orally, at the time the City Commission begins to discuss the item, or
in writing to the City Clerk prior to the publication of the agenda, any significant interest (as defined
below) that such City official or employee or any relative of such City official or employee has in land
located within 300 feet of the land that is the subject of the item. When an agenda item involves an
invitation for bids, request for proposals, request for qualifications, request for letters of interest, or
other competitive solicitation, each member of the City Commission, City Manager, Assistant City
Manager(s), City Attorney, Deputy City Attorney, and the director and assistant director (s) of each City
department/office shall disclose orally, at the time the City Commission begins to discuss the item, or
in writing to the City Clerk prior to the publication of the agenda, any client or business relationship that
such City official or employee or any relative of such City official or employee has with any business
entity that has submitted a response to the competitive solicitation. “Significant interest” means
ownership of more than five percent of the value of the land.
Persons attending meetings shall remain seated at all times unless called upon to speak, will not call
out comments during the meeting or make inappropriate hand or facial gestures.
Please silence all cell phones prior to entering the meeting.
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QUASI-JUDICIAL HEARING PROCEDURES
AND RULES FOR EX-PARTE COMMUNICATIONS
I. Scope and Applicability. These procedures shall apply to all quasi -judicial hearings held by the
City Commission or by any Board or Committee (hereinafter referred to as “Boards”) which holds
quasi-judicial hearings. The City Attorney shall determine which matters are quasi -judicial in
nature and shall direct the City Clerk or Board liaison to designate specially such matters on the
agenda.
II. Proceedings. Mayor, Vice Mayor or other presiding officer (hereafter, the "Presiding Officer")
shall conduct the proceedings and maintain order. The City Attorney or legal advisor shall
represent the City Commission or Board, rule on all evidentiary and procedural issues and
objections, and advise the City Commission or Board as to the applicable law and necessary
factual findings. Hearings shall be conducted informally, but with decorum. Formal rules of
procedure shall not apply except as set forth herein; however, fundamental due process shall be
accorded.
III. Unauthorized Communications. In all quasi-judicial hearings, all rulings must be based only
upon the evidence presented at the hearing. In accordance with Section 286.0115(1), Florida
Statutes, ex parte communications with City Commissioners or Board members in quasi -judicial
matters is permissible and the adherence to the following procedures shall remove the
presumption of prejudice arising from ex parte communications with City Commissioners or
Board members:
1. The substance of any ex parte communication with a City Commissioner or Board member
which relates to a quasi-judicial action pending before the Commission or Board is not
presumed prejudicial to the action if the subject of the communication and the identity of the
person, group, or entity with whom the communication took place is disclosed and made a part of
the record before the final action on the matter.
2. A City Commissioner or Board member may read a written communication from any
person. However, a written communication that relates to a quasi-judicial action pending before
the Commission or Board shall not be presumed prejudicial to the action, and such written
communication shall be made a part of the record before final action on the matter.
3. City Commissioners or Board members may conduct investigations and site visits and may
receive expert opinions regarding quasi-judicial action pending before them. Such activities
shall not be presumed prejudicial to the action if the existence of the investigation, site visit, or
expert opinion is made a part of the record before final action on the matter.
4. Disclosure made pursuant to subparagraphs 1, 2 and 3 must be made before or during the
public meeting at which a vote is taken on such matters, so that persons who have opinions
contrary to those expressed in the ex parte communication are give a reasonable opportunity to
refute or respond to the communication.
IV. Witnesses and Supporting Materials. At least eight City business days before a
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quasi-judicial hearing.
A. Staff shall prepare a report, recommendation and supporting materials, a copy of which
shall be available to the applicant, appellant and to the public at the City Clerk ’s Office. Included
in the supporting materials will be copies of all exhibits and documents upon which staff ’s
recommendation is based.
B. The Applicant and the Appellant, if applicable, shall submit a detailed outline of the
argument in support of their application, copies of all exhibits which will be presented at hearing
and the names and addresses of all witnesses who will be called to testify in support of the
application (including resumes for any witness the party intends to qualify as an expert).
C. The eight City business day deadline is necessary to ensure the Commission or Board
members are given sufficient opportunity to review the written submissions prior to the hearing,
and shall be strictly observed. Should the eight City business day deadline be missed by either
staff or the Applicant, the item may be continued at the discretion of the City Commission or
Board to the next available agenda.
V. Party Intervenors.
The City Attorney may allow a person to intervene as a Party Intervenor if they meet the following
requirements:
A. The person must have an interest in the application, which is different than the public at
large.
B. At least three days prior to the hearing, the person shall submit a written request to intervene
including: a detailed outline of their interest in the application and argument in favor or against it,
copies of all exhibits which will be presented at the hearing and the names and addresses of all
witnesses who will be called to testify on their behalf (including resumes for any witness the
person intends to qualify as an expert).
VI. Conduct of Hearing.
A. The Presiding Officer shall call the proceeding to order and announce that the hearing has
begun.
B. The Presiding Officer, City Attorney or legal advisor shall inquire whether all parties,
members of the public and Commission or Board members agree to waiving the quasi -judicial
hearing.
C. When the quasi-judicial hearing is not waived, the City Attorney, legal advisor or Presiding
Officer shall explain the rules concerning procedure, testimony, and admission of evidence.
D. When the quasi-judicial hearing is not waived, the City Clerk or staff liaison shall swear in all
witnesses who are to testify at the hearing.
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E. The order of proof shall be as follows:
1. A representative of the City’s staff (or outside counsel) shall briefly describe the Applicant’s
request, introduce and review all relevant exhibits and evidence, report staff ’s recommendation,
and present any testimony in support of staff’s recommendation. Staff shall have a maximum of
30 minutes to make their full presentation, including opening statement and all direct presentation
by witnesses, but excluding any cross-examination or questions from the Commission or a Board
member.
2. The Appellant, if applicable, (or his/her representative or counsel) shall present evidence
and testimony in support of the application. Appellant shall have a maximum of 30 minutes to
make its full presentation, including opening statement and all direct presentation by witnesses,
but excluding any cross-examination or questions from the Commission or a Board member.
3. Any Party Intervenor (or his/her representative or counsel) shall present evidence and
testimony in support of or opposed to the application. A Party Intervenor shall have a maximum
of 30 minutes to make his/her full presentation, including opening statement and all direct
presentation by witnesses, but excluding any cross-examination or questions from the
Commission or a Board Member.
4. The Applicant (or his/her representative or counsel) shall present evidence and testimony in
support of the application. Applicant shall have a maximum of 30 minutes to make his/her full
presentation, including opening statement and all direct presentation by witnesses, but excluding
any cross-examination or questions from the Commission or a Board member.
5. Any other persons present who wish to submit relevant information to the City Commission
or Board shall speak next for a maximum of three minutes each (excluding any cross-examination
or questions from the Commission or a Board member). Members of the public will be permitted
to present their non-expert opinions, but the Commission or board will be expressly advised that
public sentiment is not relevant to the decision, which must be based only upon competent and
substantial evidence.
6. The Appellant will be permitted to make final comments, if any (maximum of five minutes).
7. The Applicant will be permitted to make final comments, if any (maximum of five minutes).
8. The Party Intervenor will be permitted to make final comments, if any (maximum of five
minutes).
9. The City’s staff will make final comments, if any (maximum of five minutes).
10. At the discretion of the Presiding Officer, the Applicant may be permitted to respond to
the final Party Intervenor and staff comments and recommendations (maximum of three minutes).
G. The City Attorney or legal advisor will advise the City Commission or Board as to the
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applicable law and the factual findings that must be made to approve or deny the application.
H. The City Commission or Board will conduct open deliberation of the application. The
Presiding Officer shall have the discretion to reopen the proceeding for additional testimony or
argument by the parties when an outcome substantially different than either the granting or denial
of the application is being considered. After deliberations, a vote shall be taken to approve,
approve with conditions or deny the application.
VII. Examination by Commissioners and City Attorney or Legal Advisor. Commissioners, Board
members and the City Attorney or Legal Advisor may ask questions of persons presenting
testimony or evidence at any time during the proceedings until commencement of deliberation.
VIII. Cross-Examination of Witnesses. After each witness testifies, the City staff representative,
the Applicant’s representative, Appellant’s representative, and/or the Party Intervenor’s
representative shall be permitted to question the witness, but such cross -examination shall be
limited to matters about which the witness testified and shall be limited to five minutes per side .
Members of the public will not be permitted to cross-examine witnesses. Cross-examination shall
be permitted only as would be permitted in a Florida court of law.
IX. Rules of Evidence.
A. All evidence of a type commonly relied upon by reasonably prudent persons in the conduct
of their affairs shall be admissible, whether or not such evidence would be admissible in a court
of law in Florida. Irrelevant, immaterial, harassing, defamatory or unduly repetitive evidence shall
be excluded.
B. Hearsay evidence may be used for the purposes of supplementing or explaining other
evidence, but it shall not be sufficient by itself to support a finding unless it would be admissible
over objection in a civil action.
C. Documentary evidence may be presented in the form of a copy or the original. Upon
request, parties shall be given an opportunity to compare the copy with the original.
X. Statements of Counsel. Statements of counsel, or any non-attorney representative, shall only
be considered as argument and not testimony unless counsel or the representative is sworn in
and the testimony if based on actual personal knowledge of the matters which are the subject of
the statements.
XI. Continuances and Deferrals. The City Commission or Board shall consider requests for
continuances made by City staff, the Applicant, the Appellant or a Party Intervenor and may grant
continuances in its sole discretion. If, in the opinion of the City Commission or Board, any
testimony or documentary evidence or information presented at the hearing justifies allowing
additional research or review in order to properly determine the issue presented, then the City
Commission or Board may continue the matter to a time certain to allow for such research or
review.
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XII. Transcription of hearing.
A. The City Clerk or staff liaison shall preserve the official transcript of the hearing through tape
recording and/or video recording.
B. The Applicant, Appellant or Party Intervenor may arrange, at its own expense, for a court
reporter to transcribe the hearing.
C. The Applicant, Appellant or Party Intervenor may request that all or a part of the transcript of
a hearing be transcribed into verbatim, written form. In such case, the Applicant, Appellant or
Party Intervenor requesting the transcript shall be responsible for the cost of production of the
transcription and the transcription shall become the official transcript.
XIII. Maintenance of Evidence and Other Documents. The Office of the City Clerk or staff liaison
shall retain all of the evidence and documents presented at the hearing unless any such evidence
is too large to be stored by the City Clerk or staff liaison. In that event, such evidence will be
stored in the Community Planning and Development Department.
XIV. False Testimony. Any willful false swearing on the part of any witness or person giving
evidence before the Commission or Board as to any material fact in the proceedings shall be
deemed to be perjury and shall be punished in the manner prescribed by law for such offense.
XV. Failure of Applicant to Appear. If the Applicant, the Appellant or Party Intervenor or their
representative fails to appear at the time fixed for the hearing, and such absence is not excused
by the Commission or Board, the Commission or Board may proceed to hear the evidence and
render a decision thereon in absentia.
XVI. Subpoena Power. The Applicant, the Appellant or Party Intervenor or City’s staff shall be
entitled to compel the attendance of witnesses through the use of subpoenas. All such
subpoenas shall be issued by the City Clerk at the request of the Applicant, Appellant or City ’s
staff.
R-2016-334, 11/2/2016
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