Regular City Commission Meeting

City of Hollywood Hollywood City Hall 2600 Hollywood Blvd Hollywood, FL 33020 http://www.hollywoodfl.org Meeting Minutes - Final Wednesday, December 4, 2024 1:00 PM Commission Chambers Room 219 Regular City Commission Meeting CITY COMMISSION Josh Levy, Mayor Caryl Shuham, Commissioner - District 1 Peter D. Hernandez, Commissioner - District 2 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 December 4, 2024 . The Regular City Commission Meeting of the City of Hollywood, Florida, was called to order by Mayor Levy on Wednesday, December 4, 2024, at 1:09 PM in the City Commission Room, Room 219, 2600 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, Florida 1. Moment of Silence Mayor Levy recognized the three Palm Beach Sheriff Officers who tragically passed away. 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Recognition of Veterans, Active Service Personnel & Their Families 4. Roll Call Present: Commissioner Caryl Shuham, Commissioner Peter Hernandez, 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 Commissioner Shuham, to approve the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 5. R-2024-383 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 Fiscal Year 2025 As Previously Established By R-2024-319. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Shuham, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 6. R-2024-384 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving The Regular City Commission Meeting Minutes Of March 6, 2024. City of Hollywood Page 1 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final December 4, 2024 ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Shuham, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 7. R-2024-385 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving The Regular City Commission Meeting Minutes Of March 20, 2024. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Shuham, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 8. R-2024-386 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute A One-Year Blanket Purchase Agreement With Cigna For Stop Loss Insurance For An Annual Amount Not To Exceed $786,072.10, In Accordance With Section 38.41(C)(9) Of The Procurement Code. (Best Interest) ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Shuham, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 9. R-2024-387 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Ratifying The Submission Of An Application To The Florida Division Of Emergency Management To Receive For The Fiscal Year 2024 - 2025 Hurricane Loss Mitigation Program Grant For The Fire Station 31 Wind Hardening Project; Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Accept the Grant In The Amount Of $250,000.00 With No Required Matching Funds; Authorizing the Execution of An Agreement With The Florida Division of Emergency Management; Further Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute All Other Applicable Grant Documents; Amending The Fiscal Year 2025 Operating Budget and Capital Improvement Plan. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Shuham, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 10. R-2024-388 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute A Local Agency Program Agreement With The Florida Department Of Transportation In Order To Receive Reimbursement Funds For The Sheridan Park & Hollywood Acres Sidewalk Network Project. City of Hollywood Page 2 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final December 4, 2024 ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Shuham, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 11. R-2024-389 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute A Purchase Order With Provincial South, Inc., d/b/a PSI Roofing, For Roof Replacement At Fire Station 31 In An Amount Up To $300,000.00, 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) ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Shuham, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 12. R-2024-390 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute An Agreement With Liberia Economic And Social Development, Inc. For The Renovation Of The Liberia Economic And Social Development Center Using Community Development Block Grant Funding In An Amount Not To Exceed $175,000.00. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Shuham, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 13. R-2024-391 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The City Manager Or Designee To Execute Indemnification Agreements Or “Hold Harmless” Agreements For Purposes Of Fire Rescue And Beach Safety Department Training. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Shuham, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 14. R-2024-392 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute An Agreement With Change Healthcare Technology Enabled Services, LLC For Emergency Medical Billing Services, In Accordance With Section 38.41(C)(11)(A) Of The Procurement Code. (Software/ Hardware Exemption) City of Hollywood Page 3 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final December 4, 2024 ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Shuham, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 15. R-2024-393 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Ratifying The Submission Of An Application For The 2024 Justice Assistance Grant Program Grant; Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Accept The Grant In The Amount Of $36,856.00; Authorizing Appropriate City Officials To Execute All Applicable Grant Documents; Amending The Fiscal Year 2025 Operating Budget. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Shuham, and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 16. R-2024-394 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute A Blanket Purchase Agreement With A To Z Metal Fabrication, Inc., For Metal Fabrication And Welding Services In An Annual Amount Up To $451,875.00. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Shuham and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 30. R-2024-359 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The First Interlocal Agreement And Second Amendment To The September 1, 2012 Interlocal Agreement For Solid Waste Disposal Support Services For A Participating Community Joining After July 3, 2023, For The Period From October 1, 2024 Through July 2, 2028. ACTION: The City Manager withdrew the Resolution. 17. P-2024-093 Presentation By Jeffrey Devlin, Police Chief, Recognizing Recipients Of Hollywood Police Department Awards For August, September And October 2024. Jeffrey Devlin, Police Chief, introduced the item recognizing the recipients of Hollywood Police Department Awards for August, September and October 2024. Deanna Bettneschi, Public Information Manager, read the commendation that resulted in Anthony Manzo, Police Officer, Alix Jean-Baptiste, Police Officer, and David Diaz, Police Officer, being recognized as Officer of the Month for August 2024. City of Hollywood Page 4 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final December 4, 2024 Deanna Bettneschi, Public Information Manager, read the commendation that resulted in Anca Bojin, Administrative Assistant I, being recognized as Employee of the Month for August 2024. Deanna Bettneschi, Public Information Manager, read the commendation that resulted in Michael Kirkland, Police Officer, Owen Minihan, Police Officer, being recognized with the Life Saving Award for the Month of August 2024. Deanna Bettneschi, Public Information Manager, read the commendation that resulted in Perry Beckford, Police Major, Ryan Ostrowsky, Police Lieutenant, Marc Kemp, Police Sergeant, being recognized with the Chief's Special Recognition Award for August 2024. Deanna Bettneschi, Public Information Manager, read the commendation that resulted in Theophilus Defreze, Police Detective, Alejandro Falcon, Police Detective, Jason Eller, Police Sergeant, being recognized with the Chief's Special Recognition Award for September 2024. Deanna Bettneschi, Public Information Manager, read the commendation that resulted in Ryan Cue, Police Officer, being recognized as Officer of the Month for October 2024. Deanna Bettneschi, Public Information Manager, read the commendation that resulted in Nicolas Pfalzgraf, Police Officer, being recognized with the Lifesaving Award for October 2024. 36. R-2024-408 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Appointing A Vice Mayor For A One-Year Term. Commissioner Quintana accepted the nomination as Vice Mayor. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Shuham, to adopt the Resolution appointing Commissioner Quintana. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 18. PO-2024-23 An Ordinance Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending Chapter 51 Of The City Code Of Ordinances Entitled “Water” To Update The Current Regulations To Include Local Implementation Of The Mandatory Year-Round Landscape Irrigation Conservation Measures. Vincent Morello, Director of Public Utilities, explained the intent of the Ordinance. City of Hollywood Page 5 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final December 4, 2024 The Mayor announced the Ordinance was advertised in conformance with Florida Statutes and City Codes and opened the public hearing . Terry Cantrell, 745 Harrison Street, expressed personal opinions/concerns. There being no one further who wished to speak, the public hearing was declared closed. Commissioner Biederman left the meeting at 1:28 PM. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. The Deputy City Attorney read the Ordinance title on second and final reading. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Hernandez, which was seconded by Commissioner Shuham, to adopt the Ordinance. The motion on roll call vote carried: Aye: Commissioner Shuham Commissioner Hernandez Commissioner Callari Commissioner Gruber Commissioner Quintana Mayor Levy Absent: Commissioner Biederman Enactment No: O-2024-18 19. PO-2024-22 An Ordinance Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Vacating A Right-Of-Way Easement Lying Within Block 9 Of The Plat Of “Hollywood”, Plat Book 1, Page 21; Providing A Severability Clause And A Repealer Provision. (EN24-147) Andria Wingett, Director of Development Services, explained the intent of the Ordinance. The Mayor announced the Ordinance was advertised in conformance with Florida Statutes and City Codes. The public hearing was opened; there being no one present who wished to speak, the public hearing was declared closed. The Deputy City Attorney read the Ordinance title on second and final reading. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Shuham, which was seconded by Commissioner Callari, to adopt the Ordinance. The motion on roll call vote carried: City of Hollywood Page 6 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final December 4, 2024 Aye: Commissioner Shuham Commissioner Hernandez Commissioner Callari Commissioner Gruber Commissioner Quintana Mayor Levy Absent: Commissioner Biederman Enactment No: O-2024-19 22. R-2024-396 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Repealing Resolution No. R-2023-371 Regarding The Donation And Sponsorship Policy; Implementing A New Donations To The City Policy. Commissioner Biederman returned to the meeting at 1:36 PM. Adam Reichbach, Assistant City Manager, explained the intent of the Resolution. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Biederman, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 23. R-2024-397 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Repealing Resolution No. R-2022-303 Regarding The Naming Policy And Procedures; Implementing A New Naming Policy And Procedures. Jeffrey Devlin, Police Chief, introduced the item recognizing the recipients of Hollywood Police Department Awards for August, September and October 2024. Adam Reichbach, Assistant City Manager, explained the intent of the Resolution. Karen Caputo, 2631 Garfield Street, expressed personal opinions/concerns. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Biederman, which was seconded by Commissioner Gruber, to adopt the Resolution and correct the criteria sections for streets and facilities will mirror the policy section regarding financial information; add a bronze plaque for biographical information. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. City of Hollywood Page 7 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final December 4, 2024 ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Biederman, to amended the Resolution to remove that a person must be deceased and require a 5/7 vote for Commission approval for all requests. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. ACTION: The motion made by Commissioner Biederman, which was seconded by Commissioner Gruber, to adopted as amended the Resolution and correct the criteria sections for streets and facilities will mirror the policy section regarding financial information; add a bronze plaque for biographical information; remove a person must be deceased and require a 5/7 vote for Commission approval for all requests passed unanimously. (7-0) 24. R-2024-398 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Co-Naming North 46th Avenue From Hollywood Boulevard To Sheridan Street As “Gottlieb Avenue.” Mayor Levy explained the intent of the resolution. The following individuals expressed personal opinions/concerns: 1. Jim Romano, 4601 Harding Street 2. Greg Martin, 812 N 46th Avenue Discussion ensued among Mr. Gottlieb and members of the Commission. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Biederman, which was seconded by Commissioner Callari, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) The Commission recessed at 2:28 PM and reconvened at 2:44 PM with Commissioner Hernandez absent. 25. R-2024-399 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending The Fiscal Year 2025 Operating Budgets Of Various Funds As Adopted And Approved By Resolution R-2024-317; Amending The Fiscal Year 2025 Capital Improvement Plan As Adopted And Approved By Resolution R-2024-318; Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Accept Grants And Execute All Applicable Grant Documents. Commissioner Hernandez returned to the meeting at 2:45 PM. City of Hollywood Page 8 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final December 4, 2024 Adam Reichbach, Assistant City Manager, explained the intent of the Resolution and provided a presentation. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. Jorge Camejo, CRA Executive Director, responded to concerns raised by the Commission. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. Raelin Storey, Assistant City Manager, provided additional information. Keith Poliakoff, Government Law Group, provided additional information regarding the development at Orangebrook. Jose Cortez, Director of Design & Construction Management, responded to concerns raised by the Commission. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. George R. Keller, Jr., City Manager, provided additional information. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Shuham to adopt the Resolution with $2.8 million fronted by fund balance to be repaid by CRA; $2.25 million Park Impact fees; $450 thousand in surplus project to Hollywood Beach Golf Course for clubhouse. The motion failed for lack of a second. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. Damaris Henlon, Deputy City Attorney, responded to concerns raised by the Commission. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Biederman to continue the Resolution to the January 15, 2025 Commission meeting. The motion died for lack of a second. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. City of Hollywood Page 9 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final December 4, 2024 ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Shuham, which was seconded by Commissioner Gruber, to adopt the Resolution and to allocate $7.5 million from Orangebrook GOB to Sunset grant match; $5.5 million from General Fund Balance and by CRA reimbursement for Hollywood Beach Golf Course clubhouse; and $450 thousand from surplus projects to Hollywood Beach Golf Course club house. Commissioner Gruber left the meeting at 4:44 PM and returned at 4:45 PM. Ricky Engle, Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts, provided additional information. Commissioner Callari left the meeting at 4:46 PM and returned at 4:47 PM. ACTION: The motion made by Commissioner Shuham, which was seconded by Commissioner Gruber, to adopt the Resolution and to allocate $7.5 million from Orangebrook GOB to Sunset grant match; $5.5 million from General Fund Balance and by CRA reimbursement for Hollywood Beach Golf Course clubhouse; and $450 thousand from surplus projects to Hollywood Beach Golf Course club house passed 6-1. Commissioner Quintana was opposed. 21. P-2024-094 Presentation By Commissioner Traci Callari Introducing The New Members Of The Youth Ambassador Program. Commissioner Callari provided a presentation and introduced the new members of the Youth Ambassador Program. 37. 5:00 PM CITIZENS’ COMMENTS (Total Time 30 Minutes) The following individuals expressed their concerns: 1. Ann Ralston, 326 S 14th Avenue 2. Richard Boyhan, 2914 Cleveland Street 3. Zachary Rinkins, Broward County Animal Care 34. R-2024-406 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute A Purchase And Sale Agreement, Special Warranty Deed, And Required Closing Documents For The Purchase Of Property Located At 1702-1710 And 1716 Harrison Street For The Amount Of $4,968,000.00. City of Hollywood Page 10 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final December 4, 2024 Commissioner Gruber left the meeting at 5:14 PM and returned at 5:18 PM. Raelin Story, Assistant City Manager, explained the intent of the Resolution. Ann Ralston, 326 S 14th Avenue, expressed personal opinions/concerns. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Hernandez, to adopt the Resolution and to have the agreement revised so that the reverter clause contained therein would not apply in the event the City opted in the future to include in the project some type of affordable housing, including senior housing, or vet housing. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. Keith Poliakoff, attorney on behalf of DTI, provided additional information on the project. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Biederman to adopt as amended the Resolution to offer $4.5 million. The motion failed for lack of second. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. Damaris Henlon, Deputy City Attorney, responded to concerns raised by the Commission. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. ACTION: The motion made by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Hernandez, to adopt as amended the Resolution to have the agreement revised so that the reverter clause contained therein would not apply in the event the City opted in the future to include in the project some type of affordable housing, including senior housing, or vet housing passed 6-1. Commissioner Biederman was opposed. 20. R-2024-395 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The Grant Participation And Reimbursement Agreement With Brightline Trains Florida LLC For The Implementation Of The Railroad Crossing City of Hollywood Page 11 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final December 4, 2024 Elimination Program Grant, With An Estimated City Contribution Of $330,811.00 And A Maximum Not To Exceed Amount Of $533,628.00. Andria Wingett, Director of Development Services, explained the intent of the Resolution and provided a presentation. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Gruber, which was seconded by Commissioner Shuham, to adopt the Resolution with option 2. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 33. R-2024-405 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 State Contracting & Engineering Corporation To Provide Construction Management At Risk Services For The Hollywood Beach Clubhouse/Community Center Project, A General Obligation Bond Project, For An Amount Up To $10,440,293.00. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Hernandez, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed 6-1. Commissioner Biederman was opposed. 35. R-2024-407 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Declaring The City’s Official Intent To Reimburse Itself For Capital Expenditures For Certain Municipal Improvements By Incurring Debt; Maximum Principal Amount Of Debt; Nature Of Project Costs; Authorizing Incidental Action; Repeal of Prior Inconsistent Resolutions. Stephanie Tinsley, Director of Financial Services, explained the intent of the Resolution. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Shuham, which was seconded by Commissioner Callari, to adopt the Resolution adding tax and tax exempt bonds. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 28. R-2024-401 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute An Interlocal Agreement With The Hollywood Community Redevelopment Agency (“CRA”) For Reimbursement To The CRA In An Amount Up To $12,200,491.00 For Work Associated With The CRA’s Coastal City of Hollywood Page 12 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final December 4, 2024 Roadway Resiliency Phase IV Project From Harrison Street To Magnolia Terrace And From State Road A1A To The Broadwalk. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Shuham, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 29. R-2024-402 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 Department Of Environmental Protection Land And Water Conservation Fund Program Grant For Design, Planning, Permitting And Construction Of The Sunset Park Project In The Amount Of $1,500,000.00; Authorizing One To One Matching Funds To Be Paid From The Capital Improvement Plan; Authorizing The Execution Of An Agreement With The Florida Department Of Environmental Protection; Further Authorizing Appropriate City Officials To Execute All Applicable Grant Agreements And Documents. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Shuham, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 31. R-2024-403 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute Change Order No. 1 With The Florida Department Of Transportation In An Amount Up To $1,804,427.73, And Approving And Authorizing The Execution Of Amendment No. 1 To The Interlocal Agreement With The City Of Hollywood Community Redevelopment Agency For Reimbursement In A Lump Sum Amount Of $1,353,320.80 To The Department Of Public Utilities For The Additional Cost Of Funding For The Construction Of Three Stormwater Pump Stations Located Within The CRA Beach District. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Shuham, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 32. R-2024-404 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Bind The Renewal Policies For Municipal And Utility Property, Public Officials’ Liability, And Marina Storage Tank Liability, For An Amount Not To Exceed $3,666,088.00. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Hernandez, which was seconded by Commissioner Callari, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) City of Hollywood Page 13 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final December 4, 2024 27. R-2024-400 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Updating The Comprehensive Schedule Of Fees. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Shuham, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed 6-1. Mayor Levy was opposed. 26. P-2024-095 Presentation By Christopher Roschek, Chief Resiliency Officer, Regarding The Greenhouse Gas Inventory Report For Calendar Years 2019 And 2021. Christopher Roschek, Chief Resiliency Officer, & Elaine Franklin, Environmental Sustainability Coordinator, provided a presentation regarding the Greenhouse Gas Inventory Report. Mayor Levy passed the gavel to Vice Mayor Quintana, and left the meeting at 6:32 PM, he returned at 6:33 PM. Commissioner Callari left the meeting at 6:43 PM and returned at 6:45 PM. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. Commissioner Shuham left the meeting at 6:48 PM and returned at 6:49 PM. 38. Commissioner Hernandez, District 2 Tree Canopy Commissioner Hernandez stated he spoke with Jorge Camejo, CRA Executive Director, regarding overhead lighting in the tree canopy. He stated people cannot see illumination from the lights, and he would like the Department of Public Works to review. Happy Holidays Commissioner Hernandez wished everyone a happy holiday. 39. Commissioner Callari, District 3 Ribbon Cutting Commissioner Callari announced the Stan Goldman ribbon cutting will be on December 11, 2024. Graffiti Paint Commissioner Callari stated graffiti is becoming a huge problem and City of Hollywood Page 14 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final December 4, 2024 she requested support for using graffiti paint to prevent staining. She stated volunteers are asking for donations of paint from businesses, and she suggested the City also ask for donations. Mural lighting Commissioner Callari requested Commission support to add lighting to the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Community Center mural. Mayor Levy and Commissioner Gruber supported the idea. Street Decorations Commissioner Callari requested Commission support to add decorations on Hollywood Blvd. between City Hall and I-95. Mayor Levy stated he supports holiday decorations between City Hall and 28 Avenue. Commissioner Hernandez and Commissioner Quintana supported the idea. Sunset Park Commissioner Callari requested Commission support to officially name Sunset Park as Sunset Park and requested the name be placed on the deed. Commissioner Shuham and Commissioner Hernandez supported the idea. Damaris Henlon, Deputy City Attorney, stated the process must follow the Naming Policy. . R-2024-409 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Naming That Certain Vacant Land Located At 2727 Johnson Street As "Sunset Park ". ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Hernandez, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) . Animal Unification Center Commissioner Callari requested Commission support for a volunteer animal unification center within the City. She stated she had been asked by animal rights activists, and it is a need within the City for lost animals. Zachary Rinkins, Broward County Animal Care, provided information on the services they offer county-wide. Jeffrey Devlin, Police Chief, provided information on the number of animals collected and trying to reunite the animals with their owners. City of Hollywood Page 15 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final December 4, 2024 Commissioner Biederman stated he supports the idea of a drop-off site or a mobile microchip scanner device at local parks to reunite animals and their owners. Happy Holidays Commissioner Callari wished everyone a happy holiday and stated be safe, stay alert, and see you next year. Leadership Hollywood Class 48 Commissioner Callari participated in Leadership Hollywood Class 48 and there was a project that did not meet the chamber’s criteria. She stated the project concerns a ninety-eight-year-old blind and handicapped veteran in Libera who needs home modifications . Commissioner Callari shared this with Commissioner Hernandez, who stated he would be happy to review and assist. 40. Commissioner Gruber, District 4 Holiday Tree Lighting Commissioner Gruber thanked the Department of Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Arts, for the Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony and the snow . He suggested having real snow with the incline slide on the amphitheater next year. Commissioner Callari supported the idea. Events Commissioner Gruber stated he was at The Caring Place for Thanksgiving and staff did a great job. Also, the Community Enhancement Collaboration (CEC) did a great job with the food distribution. He stated he is happy to have them in the City helping the homeless population. Alzheimer’s Walk Commissioner Gruber stated he attended the Alzheimer’s Walk on Thanksgiving. Beach Commissioner Gruber requested Commission support for staff to look into a water safety buoy to mark where swimmers can swim and where boats can drive at the beach. He showed two videos of how this could be helpful in the waters. Mayor Levy and Commissioner Hernandez supported the idea. Happy Holidays Commissioner Gruber wished everyone a happy and healthy holiday City of Hollywood Page 16 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final December 4, 2024 season and stated he is looking forward to the year ahead. 41. Commissioner Biederman, District 5 Adopt Don’t Shop Commissioner Biederman stated adopt don’t shop. Turkey and Food Drive Commissioner Biederman stated he participated in three organizations that gave away turkeys and food to over a thousand families in Hollywood. He thanked the Community Enhancement Collaboration (CEC), Baskets of Blessings, and Jaycees for their participation in the food drive. Evaluation of Boards Commissioner Biederman questioned the date of when the evaluation of boards sunsetting will be. Patricia Cerny, City Clerk, stated the evaluations are in March or April. Commissioner Biederman stated the General Obligation Advisory Board (GOB) should be sunsetted as the projects are near completion. Mayor Levy suggested changing the meeting frequency and Commissioner Biederman stated the board does not do very much, and they take up the staff’s time. He requested Commission support to sunset the board. Commissioner Gruber and Commissioner Callari supported the request. Happy Holidays Commissioner Biederman wished everyone happy holidays. 42. Commissioner Quintana, District 6 Public Meeting Vice Mayor Quintana announced a public meeting for the Community Development Advisory Board and Affordable Housing Advisory Committee on Wednesday, December 11, 2024, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on the second floor of the library. She encouraged everyone to attend to provide input on community needs, which will help determine how Federal Government funds can be used. Active Net Software for Parks Recreation and Cultural Arts Vice Mayor Quintana stated she had fun learning about a new software program for the Department of Parks Recreation and Cultural Arts called Active Net. She stated there is a need to increase the programming of arts into the neighborhoods. City of Hollywood Page 17 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final December 4, 2024 Arts Innovation Grant Vice Mayor Quintana requested Commission support for staff to look into the Arts programming grants from the County. She stated she knows of an Arts Innovation Grant provided by Broward County that will not cost the City anything and programs would be offered within the City. Commissioner Shuham, Commissioner Callari, and Mayor Levy supported the idea. Happy Holidays Vice Mayor Quintana wished everyone a happy holiday. Thank you Vice Mayor Quintana thanked everyone for their support in her new role as Vice Mayor. 43. Commissioner Shuham, District 1 Event Commissioner Shuham stated she attended the Broward Metropolitan Organization (MPO) event, Think Like A Planner, yesterday. She stated she was a judge and the debate class from Driftwood Middle was amazing. Homelessness Law Commissioner Shuham requested Commission support for staff to investigate the report process for the new Homelessness Law starting in January. She stated she would like to clarify how someone can formally complain in writing. Commissioner Shuham stated the City of Wilton Manors passed an ordinance and desires a similar one. Damaris Henlon, Deputy City Attorney, stated her office knows of the City of Wilton Manors’ ordinance, and staff is currently working on it. Chill Event Commissioner Shuham announced the Chill Event will take place on Sunday at the ArtsPark. Noise Level Commissioner Shuham requested Commission support for staff to measure noise levels with bass and distance around the ArtsPark. She stated there are complaints of the nose levels in neighborhoods during events. Commissioner Shuham stated she believes the noise is bouncing off the buildings and the testing is good at the event site but louder within the neighborhoods. City of Hollywood Page 18 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final December 4, 2024 Condo Milestone Recertification Seminar Event Commissioner Shuham announced the seminar on Condo Milestone Recertification for residents tomorrow, December 5, 2024, at the Beach Community Center at 6:00 PM. She encouraged everyone to attend because it addresses changes regarding condos and State legislation. Hollywood Business Association Commissioner Shuham stated the Hollywood Beach Business Association invited everyone to go to Tiki Tiki today after the meeting as they will be there until 8:30 PM. Happy Holidays Commissioner Shuham wished everyone a happy holiday. Thank you Commissioner Shuham thanked staff for an amazing year and all their hard work. 44. Mayor Levy Appoint Interim City Attorney Mayor Levy explained the City Commission needs to appoint an Interim City Attorney effective January 1, 2025. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Shuham, to approve Damaris Henlon, Deputy City Attorney, as Interim City Attorney effective January 1, 2025. The motion was passed unanimously. (7-0). Hiring an Attorney Mayor Levy stated the City needs to hire a new City Attorney and is pleased that Damaris Henlon, Deputy City Attorney, plans to apply. He stated the City needs to begin the hiring process, and a recruiting firm must be hired to find candidates. Commissioner Biederman suggested placing an ad in the Florida Bar newsletter. Mayor Levy stated the Commission needs to hire a recruiting firm as they did in the past and start the process in the beginning of 2025. . R-2024-410 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Appointing An Interim City Attorney. City of Hollywood Page 19 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final December 4, 2024 ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Gruber, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) . Candy Cane Parade Mayor Levy announced the Candy Cane Parade will take place at the beach on Saturday at 7:00 PM. Santa Con Mayor Levy announced Santa Con will take place on Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM in the Downtown Hollywood area. Boots on the Boulevard Mayor Levy announced the City’s first country music block party Boots on the Boulevard will take place on Sunday, December 8, 2024, from 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Happy Holidays Mayor Levy wished everyone Happy Holidays and stated the blessing of the Christmas Creche, the Menorah Lighting, and the Seven Principals of Kwanza celebration at City Hall was very nice. He stated he is happy that the holidays are happening in unison, and it will be a special final week of the year. 45. City Attorney Thank You Damaris Henlon, Deputy City Attorney, thanked the Commission for the trust and stated she is up to the tasks ahead and happy holidays. 46. City Manager Legislative Workshop George R. Keller Jr., City Manager, announced the State Legislation Priorities for 2025 Workshop will take place on December 10, 2024, at 3:00 PM at City Hall. Broward County City Manager Association George R. Keller Jr., City Manager, announced Adam Reichbach, Assistant City Manager, will be installed as the new president of the Broward County City Managers Association tomorrow. City of Hollywood Page 20 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes - Final December 4, 2024 Happy Holidays George R. Keller Jr., City Manager, wished everyone happy holidays. 47. The meeting adjourned at 7:36 PM. ______________________________ Patricia A. Cerny, MMC City Clerk Hollywood, Florida Approved on: _________________________ City of Hollywood Page 21