Regular City Commission Meeting
Regular MeetingHollywood, FL · March 5, 2025
Minutes
City of Hollywood
Hollywood City Hall
2600 Hollywood Blvd
Hollywood, FL 33020
http://www.hollywoodfl.org
Meeting Minutes - Final
Wednesday, March 5, 2025
1:00 PM
Commission Chambers Room 219
Regular City Commission Meeting
CITY COMMISSION
Josh Levy, Mayor
Idelma Quintana, Vice Mayor - District 6
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
George R. Keller, Jr., CPPT, City Manager
Damaris Henlon, Interim City Attorney
Patricia A. Cerny, City Clerk
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NOTES
1. Moment of Silence
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Recognition of Veterans, Active Service Personnel & Their Families
4. Roll Call
Present: Commissioner Caryl Shuham, Commissioner Peter Hernandez,
Commissioner Traci Callari, Commissioner Adam Gruber,
Commissioner Kevin D. Biederman, Vice Mayor Idelma Quintana and
Mayor Josh Levy
CONSENT AGENDA
Approval of the Consent Agenda
ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was
seconded by Vice Mayor Quintana, to approve the Consent
Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0)
5. R-2025-062 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,
Approving The Special City Commission Meeting Minutes Of April 8,
2024.
ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari,
which was seconded by Vice Mayor Quintana and adopted on the
Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0)
6. R-2025-063 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,
Approving The Regular City Commission Meeting Minutes Of May 1,
2024.
ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari,
which was seconded by Vice Mayor Quintana and adopted on the
Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0)
7. R-2025-064 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,
Approving The Regular City Commission Meeting Minutes Of May 15,
2024.
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ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari,
which was seconded by Vice Mayor Quintana and adopted on the
Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0)
8. R-2025-065 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,
Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute An Amended And
Restated Agreement With Broward County, A Political Subdivision Of
The State Of Florida, For The Swim Central Program.
ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari,
which was seconded by Vice Mayor Quintana and adopted on the
Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0)
9. R-2025-066 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,
Ratifying The Submission Of An Application To The Broward County
Marine Advisory Committee For The Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Enhanced
Marine Law Enforcement And Education Grant In The Approximate
Amount Of $131,128.00; Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To
Accept The Grant, If Awarded, And Execute All Applicable Grant
Documents.
ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari,
which was seconded by Vice Mayor Quintana and adopted on the
Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0)
10. R-2025-067 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 Barney’s Pumps Inc., For Three Vertical Solids
Pumps In An Amount Up To $466,953.00 In Accordance With Section
38.41(C)(2) Of The Procurement Code. (Sole Source)
ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari,
which was seconded by Vice Mayor Quintana and adopted on the
Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0)
11. R-2025-068 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 ARC 25-04 With
Arcadis U.S., Inc., For Professional Engineering Services Related To
Updates To The Wastewater Emergency Discharge Management And
Sewer Overflow Response Plans, In An Amount Up To $223,875.00.
ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari,
which was seconded by Vice Mayor Quintana and adopted on the
Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0)
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12. R-2025-069 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,
Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute Blanket Purchase
Agreements With Construction 95 LLC, American Capital Construction,
Inc. And Concrete Works & Paving Inc. For Concrete Grinding, Removal
And Repairs In An Annual Amount Up To $200,000.00 Per Vendor.
ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Callari,
which was seconded by Vice Mayor Quintana and adopted on the
Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0)
13. P-2025-009 Presentation By Jameel Ziadie, Acting Fire Chief, Recognizing
Recipients Of The Meritorious Service Award.
Presentation by Jameel Ziadie, Acting Fire Chief, read the
commendation that resulted in Brian Ettinger, Fire Lieutenant, and April
Allen, Business Compliance Manager, being recognized with the
Meritorious Service Award.
Brian Ettinger, Fire Lieutenant, accepted the award and thanked the
Commission for the recognition.
14. P-2025-010 Presentation By Jeffrey Devlin, Police Chief, Recognizing Recipients Of
Hollywood Police Department Awards For November 2024, December
2024 And January 2025.
Presentation By Jeffrey Devlin, Police Chief, introduced the item
recognizing the recipients of Hollywood Police Department Awards for
November 2024, December 2024, and January 2025.
Jeffrey Devlin, Police Chief, read the commendation that resulted in
Desiree Daniels, Police Lieutenant, and Joshua McLeant, Police
Sergeant, accepting the Chief's Special Recognition Award for
November 2024.
Deanna Bettineschi, Public Information Manager, read the
commendation that resulted in Jonathan Cintra, Police Detective, being
recognized as Officer of the Month for November 2024.
Deanna Bettineschi, Public Information Manager, read the
commendation that resulted in Lucy Martinez-Daviglus, Police Detective,
being recognized with the Chief's Special Recognition Award for
November 2024.
Deanna Bettineschi, Public Information Manager, read the
commendation that resulted in Manuel Rodriguez-Blevins, Police
Detective, being recognized as Officer of the Month for December 2024.
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Deanna Bettineschi, Public Information Manager, read the
commendation that resulted in Cameron Graziadei, Police Officer; Mark
Robbins, Police Officer and Ramon Perez, Police Officer, being
recognized with the Lifesaving Award for December 2024.
Deanna Bettineschi, Public Information Manager, read the
commendation that resulted in Anthony Manzo, Police Officer, being
recognized with the Chief's Special Recognition for December 2024.
Deanna Bettineschi, Public Information Manager, read the
commendation that resulted in Kristopher Doyle, Police Detective, being
recognized as Officer of the Month for January 2025 and with the
Lifesaving Award for January 2025.
15. P-2025-011 A Proclamation In Recognition Of Irish American Heritage Month, March
2025.
Commissioner Hernandez read the proclamation in recognition of Irish
American Heritage Month.
Sarah Kavanagh, Consul General of Ireland in Miami, and Mark Rowe
and Mike Saffran, Directors for the New Hibernians of Hollywood
accepted the proclamation and thanked the Commission.
Commissioner Callari left the meeting at 1:34 PM.
16. P-2025-012 Presentation By Terry Cantrell, Chair, Regarding The Annual Report For
The General Obligation Bond Oversight Advisory Committee.
Terry Cantrel, Chair, provided the Annual Report for the General
Obligation Bond Oversight Advisory Committee.
Commissioner Callari returned to the meeting at 1:36 PM.
17. R-2025-070 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,
Considering The Continuance/Sunsetting Of The Following Advisory
Boards: Affordable Housing Advisory Committee, African American
Advisory Council, Artwork Selection Advisory Committee, Education
Advisory Committee, General Obligation Bond Oversight Advisory
Committee, Marine Advisory Board, Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts
Advisory Board, Sister Cities Advisory Committee, Sustainability
Advisory Committee, And The Young Circle ArtsPark Advisory Board.
Patricia Cerny, City Clerk, explained the intent of the Resolution.
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Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission.
ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Hernandez, which
was seconded by Commissioner Callari, to adopt the Resolution
continuing all the boards except the Young Circle Arts Park
Advisory Board.
Discussion ensued among members of the Commission.
Terry Cantrell, 745 Harrison Street, expressed personal
opinions/concerns.
Jose Cortes, Director of Design & Construction Management, provided
information to the Commission.
Damaris Henlon, Interim City Attorney, responded to concerns raised by
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 Biederman, which
was seconded by Commissioner Hernandez, to amend the
Resolution to sunset the General Obligation Bond (GOB) Advisory
Board. On a voice vote the motion failed 3-4. Commissioner
Shuham, Commissioner Callari, Commissioner Quintana and
Mayor Levy were opposed.
ACTION: On voice vote, the motion made by Commissioner
Hernandez, which was seconded by Commissioner Callari, to
adopt the Resolution continuing all the boards except the Young
Circle Arts Park Advisory Board passed 6-1. Commissioner
Biederman was opposed.
18. R-2025-071 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,
Authorizing The Establishment Of A Code Enforcement Lien Amnesty
Program; Providing For Eligibility Criteria; And Providing An Effective
Date.
Jovan Douglas, Director of Parking & Code Compliance, explained the
intent of the Resolution.
Commissioner Hernandez left the meeting at 2:31 PM.
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ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was
seconded by Vice Mayor Quintana, to adopt the Resolution.
The following individuals expressed personal opinions/concerns:
1. Terry Cantrell, 745 Harrison Street
2. Siobhan McLaughlin, 1409 Rodman Street
3. Eamon Tower, 323 Oregon Street
Commissioner Hernandez returned to the meeting at 2:35 PM.
Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission.
ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Hernandez, which
was seconded by Commissioner Callari, to amend the Resolution
to add that when properties come into compliance that they
receive a letter to that effect. On a voice vote the motion passed
unanimously. (7-0)
ACTION: On voice vote, the motion was made by Commissioner
Callari, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Quintana, to adopt as
amended the Resolution which passed unanimously. (7-0)
19. R-2025-072 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,
Awarding Invitation For Bid IFB-267-25-WV For The Hollywood Tidal
Flooding Mitigation And Shoreline Protection Sites 3, 4, 5, 11, 12, 7, 8,
14, 15 And 16 FDEP 22FRP13 Project To Shoreline Foundation, Inc.;
And Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To
Execute A Contract With Shoreline Foundation, Inc. For Construction Of
The Hollywood Tidal Flooding Mitigation And Shoreline Protection Sites
3, 4, 5, 11, 12, 7, 8, 14, 15 And 16 FDEP 22FRP13, A General
Obligation Bond Project, In An Amount Up To $3,648,808.00.
Jose Cortes, Director of Design & Construction Management, explained
the intent of the Resolution.
Mayor Levy passed the gavel to Vice Mayor Quintana and left the
meeting at 2:50 PM, he returned at 2:51 PM.
Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission.
Luis Lopez, Engineering Support Services Manager, provided additional
information.
Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission.
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Dan (Tony) Royo, Shoreline Foundation, responded to concerns raised
by the Commission.
Commissioner Callari left the meeting at 3:26 PM and returned at 3:27
PM.
ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Shuham, which was
seconded by Commissioner Callari, to adopt the Resolution. On a
voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0)
The Commission recessed at 3:35 PM and reconvened at 3:47 PM with
all members of the Commission present.
20. 5:00 PM CITIZENS’ COMMENTS (Total Time 30 Minutes)
The following individuals expressed personal opinions/concerns:
1. Andy Ruffner, Hollywood Historical Society
2. Ann Ralston, 326 S 14th Ave
Commissioner Gruber left the meeting at 5:03 PM and returned at 5:06
PM.
3. John McGuire, Hollywood LGTBQ+ Council
4. Frank Zehner, 501N 26th Avenue
5. Susana Lopez, 2550 Monroe Street
6. Lyle Palmer, 1421 N 66th Avenue
21. Vice Mayor Quintana, District 6
Parking Ordinance
Vice Mayor Quintana stated there are parking challenges within the City
and requested Commission support for staff to review the Parking
Ordinance. She stated rules should be consistent and applicable to
everyone.
George R. Keller Jr., City Manager, stated the development regulation
standards can be reviewed, and enforcement will continue to be an
ongoing challenge. He stated the existing regulations should be
consistent, and amendments can be made if necessary. Staff will
prepare a white paper on the issues and proposed solutions.
22. Commissioner Shuham, District 1
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Fred Lippman Senior Elder Grant Program
Commissioner Shuham stated she received an email from seniors
regarding the Fred Lippman Elder Grant Program. She stated they
expressed their appreciation for the program and shared their concerns
about its potential discontinuation. Commissioner Shuham stated she
assured them if funding is available, the City will do everything possible
to ensure the program continues.
House Rehab Event
Commissioner Shuham thanked Rebuild Broward and Waste Pro, as her
experience with them as uplifting on the house rehab. She stated a
particularly impactful moment was when the Waste Pro truck arrived and
picked up the debris. Commissioner Shuham proposed while
negotiating with the Waste Pro contract, if an amendment could be
added for Waste Pro to provide their services at no cost for volunteer
projects or to donate to the City. Commissioner Shuham thanked
Commissioner Callari for organizing the project.
23. Commissioner Hernandez, District 2
House Rehab Event
Commissioner Hernandez explained he spoke with Ken Rivera, Waste
Pro, and asked them to assist at the house rehab event. He thanked
Waste Pro for sending trucks to pick up the debris.
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Community Center
Commissioner Hernandez stated he visited the Dr. Martin Luther King,
Jr., Community Center along with the Department of Parks, Recreation
and Cultural Arts staff. He stated they received a grant for $480,000.00
that will be allocated to security lighting, ADA compliance of restroom,
flooring, kitchen and exterior painting. Commissioner Hernandez thanked
staff for the tour of the center.
Centennial Coins
Commissioner Hernandez announced Centennial precious metal coins
are available for purchase.
George R. Keller Jr., City Manager, stated those interested in purchasing
a coin can call the City Manager's office to receive more information.
Community Drive
Commissioner Hernandez thanked Gus Zambrano, Assistant City
Manager, and staff for assisting in the community drive.
City Planted Oak Tree
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Commissioner Hernandez stated he spoke with Joseph Kroll, Director of
Public Works, regarding a home on the corner of 26th Avenue and
Monroe Street. He stated the residents are concerned about a City
planted Oak tree. Commissioner Hernandez stated the Oak tree had
previously damaged the sidewalk and was repaired. He stated the
property owner requested removal of the tree to prevent further damage
to his pool.
Certificate of Use
Commissioner Hernandez stated Ministerio Internacional Jesus El
Salvador Broward Inc., Church at 2216 N 20th Avenue is experiencing
difficulties obtaining a Certificate of Use. He stated the tenant was
informed the parking lot does not meet the required standards to receive
the certificate. Commissioner Hernandez stated in the past, churches
have been permitted to use grass areas for parking, and the City needs
to be consistent.
George R. Keller Jr., City Manager, stated staff will look into it and
provide an answer.
Mayor Levy stated that he received the same information and expressed
concerns for unnecessary hardship. He stated he has seen aerial views
and there seems to be adequate parking available.
26th Avenue and Filmore Street
Commissioner Hernandez stated the corner house at 26th Avenue and
Filmore Street has invested over $100,000.00 in permitted repairs and is
facing challenges with a fence. He stated the City regulations need to be
consistent.
Mayor Levy stated the existing code may be outdated.
George R. Keller Jr., City Manager, stated that he would work with the
property owner and find a resolution.
House Rehab Event
Commissioner Hernandez thanked Ryon Coote, Community
Development Manager, and everyone who participated in the house
rehab event volunteer project in Liberia. He stated the homeowner was a
veteran and his family also contributed to the repair efforts.
24. Commissioner Callari, District 3
House Rehab Event
Commissioner Callari thanked Ryon Coote, Community Development
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Manager, staff, and colleagues and stated she wished she could have
attended the house rehab event.
Clarify Board Sunsetting Vote
Commissioner Callari requested clarification regarding the board
sunsetting vote. She asked if the vote include the number of minimum
meetings.
Damaris Henlon, Interim City Attorney, stated the board sunsetting vote
included Young Circle ArtsPark and the enacting resolution already
addresses the minimum number meetings needed.
George R. Keller Jr., City Manager, stated it would be managed as
needed.
Dunes for Lee Gottlieb
Commissioner Callari stated she requested support at the Community
Redevelopment Agency meeting for staff to address the dunes issue with
Lee Gottlieb before hurricane season.
Commissioner Shuham stated she spoke with Jose Cortes, Director of
Design and Construction Management, who provided the letter needed
for the grant.
Special Event Parking
Commissioner Callari stated she would like to discuss parking issues for
special events. Mayor Levy stated the City should be flexible with parking
fees due to the economic benefits of special events.
George R. Keller Jr., City Manager, stated the City handles parking
issues on a case-by-case basis. He encouraged anyone with concerns
to contact his office.
Parking at Anne Kolb
Commissioner Callari stated at the last meeting that she would work with
Broward County to obtain authorization for parking at Anne Kolb Nature
Center. She stated she does not feel she should be the person to work
on this issue and it should be a staff member.
George R. Keller Jr., City Manager, stated he would be happy to have
staff pursue the request.
Margaritaville Space
Commissioner Callari requested Commission support to review the
Margaritaville contract. She stated there are many vacant parking spaces
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and she would like to look for ways to utilize them.
Commissioner Hernandez stated he would like the contract reviewed to
maximize the ability for residents parking at the beach.
Commissioner Biederman questioned if there was a way to find out if the
hotel is using public parking or if they are at capacity all the time.
Mayor Levy stated he observed the public parking garage being marked
full and requested an updated report on the Community Development
District (CDD).
Commissioner Biederman requested information on the tax collected
from the Community Development District (CDD).
Commissioner Hernandez supported the idea.
George R. Keller Jr., City Manager, stated he would have staff look into
this.
Saint Patrick’s Day
Commissioner Callari announced Saint Patrick’s Day will be on Sunday.
Law Enforcement Badge
Commissioner Callari stated she comes from a law enforcement family,
and would like Jeffrey Devlin, Police Chief, to explain the Centennial
badge.
Jeffrey Devlin, Police Chief, explained the Centennial badge is for the
Police Officers and stated the badge is customized with the rank number
and also has fallen officer’s names engraved on the back.
Mayor Levy stated he would like a badge as it is a meaningful
commemorative item.
Jeffrey Devlin, Police Chief, stated the Centennial Police patch is the
original patch of the police station that officers may wear this year.
Thank You Everyone
Commissioner Callari thanked everyone and stated she appreciates
everyone’s time to answer her questions, so she is aware of the money
being spent.
25. Commissioner Gruber, District 4
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House Rehab Event
Commissioner Gruber thanked Commissioner Callari for organizing the
house rehab event and how nice it was to see the community come
together during the five-hour event.
Seawall Confusion
Commissioner Gruber stated there is confusion regarding a seawall and
its approval. He explained it was not approved, there is a submerged
seawall, and one home is covered by half of the seawall. Commissioner
Gruber stated an Easement Agreement for the residents should go to the
State of Florida, to the Coastal Construction Control Line Program and
see if the State will allow expansion and improvement of the existing wall.
Swim Central
Commissioner Gruber stated the Swim Central Extension Agreement
was on the consent agenda and he would like to request support for staff
to advertise to make residents aware of the program.
George R. Keller Jr., City Manager, explained the benefits of the program
and stated it will be publicized.
Playland Estate
Commissioner Gruber stated he drove into Playland Estate entrance on
441 and was surprised that there was no lighting. He stated the project
was handled by Florida Power and Light (FPL) and should have been
completed over a year ago. He requested staff to look into what
happened with the completion of the project.
26. Commissioner Biederman, District 5
The Day of Service
Commissioner Biederman thanked all who attended The Day of Service.
Café Licenses
Commissioner Biederman stated the Café Licenses Agreement is in
need of reevaluation. He stated he would like to see them held
accountable for cleaning of their own sidewalks, or charge more for the
service.
Boys and Girls Club
Commissioner Biederman announced the Boys and Girls Club in District
5 will be hosting a fundraiser to help pay for different programs for the
children. He stated the Star Wars themed event will be held at Sparez on
May 4, 2025.
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Sun Pass Scam
Commissioner Biederman announced there are scam text messages
from Sun Pass that are being sent and would like everyone to be aware
these messages are not from the Sun Pass Authority.
Skate Park
Commissioner Biederman stated if there are any available funds in the
GOB or in the Park Impact Fees he would like to see if they could be
given to the Boulevard Heights Skate Park. He stated he would
appreciate it if funding could be used at Boulevard Heights Skate Park.
73rd Terrace
Commissioner Biederman thanked Department of Public Utilities for the
restoration project on 73rd Terrace. He stated there is no longer flooding
after the rain.
Side Yard Fence
Commissioner Biederman stated he has the same issue with a yard
fence that happened in District 5 and the Planning Manager advised it
made sense to approve. Commissioner Biederman stated it is a zoning
issue and it should be addressed on an administrative basis.
Concert
Commissioner Biederman thanked everyone for putting together the
concerts at Boulevard Heights. He requested staff to ensure they do
everything they can to advertise to the public.
Mayor Levy stated having different music genres could draw more
people.
27. Mayor Levy
Mayor Levy had no further comments.
28. City Attorney
Executive Session
Damaris Henlon, Interim City Attorney, announced pursuant to Florida
Statutes 286.011(8)(a), an executive session would be held on March 19,
2025 at 4:00 PM regarding City of Hollywood vs Bellsouth
Telecommunication LLC. Attending the session will be the Mayor,
Commissioners, City Manager, Interim City Attorney, and outside
counsels Joseph DeMaria and John Herin.
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29. City Manager
Saint Patrick’s Day
George R. Keller Jr., City Manager, announced the St. Patrick’s Day
Parade & Festival in Downtown Hollywood on Sunday, March 9, 2025,
between 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM. He stated in celebration of the
Centennial it would consist of a festive parade, Irish food, and live music
by Uproot Hootenanny and headliner UV the U2 Tribute Band.
Beach Sweep
George R. Keller Jr., City Manager, announced the Hollywood Beach
Sweep on Saturday, March 8, 2025, between 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM. He
stated volunteers will meet at Charnow Park to de litter the beach.
Water Matters Day
George R. Keller Jr., City Manager, announced Water Matters Day on
Saturday, March 8, 2025, between 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM located at Tree
Top Parks in Davie. He stated this is an Annual County Environmental
Event with educational booths, activities, contests, giveaways, & free
plants and trees. The Department of Public Utilities will have a booth as
they participate each year.
Daniel Popper Sculpture
George R. Keller Jr., City Manager, announced the Daniel Popper
‘Aeonium’ Sculpture remains on exhibit now through the end of March at
the ArtsPark. He stated staff negotiated with the artist for the 16 foot tall
sculpture to remain until the end of March.
Time Capsule and Centennial Celebration
George R. Keller Jr., City Manager, asked Joann Hussey, Director of
Communication, Marketing and Economic Development, to provide a
presentation on the City’s Centennial Celebration.
Joann Hussey, Director of Communication, Marketing and Economic
Development, explained the time capsule was found at the NE corner of
City Hall corner stone. She provided a presentation regarding the City ’s
Centennial Celebration events.
30. ADJOURNMENT
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Agenda
Regular City Commission Meeting
Wednesday, March 5, 2025
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
Idelma Quintana, Vice Mayor - District 6
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
George R. Keller, Jr., CPPT, City Manager
Damaris Henlon, Interim City Attorney
Patricia A. Cerny, City Clerk
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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 - 13 thru 15
5:00 PM - Item - 20
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 # 5-12)
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 THE CITY CLERK
5. R-2025-062 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood,
Florida, Approving The Special City Commission Meeting Minutes
Of April 8, 2024.
Attachments: 04-08-2024 Reso - Min - Special.docx
April 8, 2024 Special minutes.pdf
Strategic Plan Focus Area: Communications & Civic Engagement
6. R-2025-063 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood,
Florida, Approving The Regular City Commission Meeting Minutes
Of May 1, 2024.
Attachments: 05-01-2024 Reso - Min - Regular.docx
May 1, 2024 minutes.pdf
Strategic Plan Focus Area: Communications & Civic Engagement
7. R-2025-064 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood,
Florida, Approving The Regular City Commission Meeting Minutes
Of May 15, 2024.
Attachments: 05-15-2024 Reso - Min - Regular.docx
May 15, 2024 minutes.pdf
Strategic Plan Focus Area: Communications & Civic Engagement
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS, RECREATION & CULTURAL ARTS
8. R-2025-065 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood,
Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute An
Amended And Restated Agreement With Broward County, A
Political Subdivision Of The State Of Florida, For The Swim Central
Program.
Attachments: Reso - SWIM Central Educator Agreement-REDLINE.docx
City of Hollywood_SWIM Central Educator Agreement.docx
Swim Central.Hollywood Agreement.pdf
Term Sheet - SWIM Central - Broward County
Strategic Plan Focus Area: Quality of Life & Strong Neighborhoods
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POLICE DEPARTMENT
9. R-2025-066 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood,
Florida, Ratifying The Submission Of An Application To The
Broward County Marine Advisory Committee For The Fiscal Year
2025-2026 Enhanced Marine Law Enforcement And Education
Grant In The Approximate Amount Of $131,128.00; Authorizing The
Appropriate City Officials To Accept The Grant, If Awarded, And
Execute All Applicable Grant Documents.
Attachments: Resolution.docx
EMLEG FY 25-26 APPLICATION.pdf
Strategic Plan Focus Area: Public Safety
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC UTILITIES
10. R-2025-067 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 Barney’s Pumps Inc., For Three
Vertical Solids Pumps In An Amount Up To $466,953.00 In
Accordance With Section 38.41(C)(2) Of The Procurement Code.
(Sole Source)
Attachments: Resolution Barneys-EFF-Low Saline (LEGAL).docx
Feb 26 2025 PO_PFY-2501839_0.pdf
Quote Hollywood WWTP Fairbanks Saline filter feed pumps Feb 2025 Hollywood TC acceptance.
Executed Sole Source Justification Form - Barney's Pump.pdf
Fairbanks Warranty.pdf
Auth Distributor Letter - Fairbanks 2025.pdf
Draft PO_PFY-2501839_0.pdf
NTSS-277-25 Results.pdf
Strategic Plan Focus Area: Infrastructure & Facilities
11. R-2025-068 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
ARC 25-04 With Arcadis U.S., Inc., For Professional Engineering
Services Related To Updates To The Wastewater Emergency
Discharge Management And Sewer Overflow Response Plans, In
An Amount Up To $223,875.00.
Attachments: Resolution - ATP - ARC 25-04 -Wastewater ERP Update.docx
ATP ARC 25-04 - Wastewater ERP Update.pdf
Proposal - ARC 25-04 Hollywood_Wastewater_ERP_Update.pdf
Consulting Agreement 1324A - Arcadis US, Inc.pdf
R-2023-251 - Continuing Services Agreement.pdf
Strategic Plan Focus Area: Infrastructure & Facilities
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DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
12. R-2025-069 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood,
Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute
Blanket Purchase Agreements With Construction 95 LLC,
American Capital Construction, Inc. And Concrete Works & Paving
Inc. For Concrete Grinding, Removal And Repairs In An Annual
Amount Up To $200,000.00 Per Vendor.
Attachments: TMP 2025 067 Reso - Concrete Grinding Repair - Version 2.docx
Specifications for Sidewalk Inspection, Grinding, Removal & Repairs IFB-241-24-JJ.pdf
Evaluation Tabulation for IFB-241-24-JJ.pdf
Construction 95 LLC Response.pdf
DRAFT PA601042 - Construction 95 LLC.pdf
Construction 95 LLC COI.pdf
American Capital Construction Response.pdf
DRAFT PA601043 - American Capitol Construction.pdf
American Capital Construction COI.pdf
Concrete Works & Paving Inc. Response.pdf
DRAFT PA601044 - Concrete Works and Paving.pdf
Concrete Works & Paving COI.pdf
Strategic Plan Focus Area: Public Safety
1:00 PM PRESENTATIONS, PROCLAMATIONS AND AWARDS
13. P-2025-009 Presentation By Jameel Ziadie, Acting Fire Chief, Recognizing
Recipients Of The Meritorious Service Award.
Attachments: Meritorious Service Award April Allen.docx
Meritorious Service Award LT Ettinger.docx
Strategic Plan Focus Area: Public Safety
14. P-2025-010 Presentation By Jeffrey Devlin, Police Chief, Recognizing
Recipients Of Hollywood Police Department Awards For November
2024, December 2024 And January 2025.
Strategic Plan Focus Area: Public Safety
15. P-2025-011 A Proclamation In Recognition Of Irish American Heritage Month,
March 2025.
Attachments: 03-05-25-Irish American Heritage Month.docx
Strategic Plan Focus Area: Communications & Civic Engagement
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REGULAR AGENDA
16. P-2025-012 Presentation By Terry Cantrell, Chair, Regarding The Annual
Report For The General Obligation Bond Oversight Advisory
Committee.
Office of the City Clerk
Strategic Plan Focus Area: Communications & Civic Engagement
17. R-2025-070 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood,
Florida, Considering The Continuance/Sunsetting Of The Following
Advisory Boards: Affordable Housing Advisory Committee, African
American Advisory Council, Artwork Selection Advisory Committee,
Education Advisory Committee, General Obligation Bond Oversight
Advisory Committee, Marine Advisory Board, Parks, Recreation &
Cultural Arts Advisory Board, Sister Cities Advisory Committee,
Sustainability Advisory Committee, And The Young Circle ArtsPark
Advisory Board.
Attachments: R-sunset -2025.doc
Office of the City Clerk
Strategic Plan Focus Area: Communications & Civic Engagement
18. R-2025-071 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood,
Florida, Authorizing The Establishment Of A Code Enforcement
Lien Amnesty Program; Providing For Eligibility Criteria; And
Providing An Effective Date.
Attachments: Resolution - Lien Amnesty Program
Code Compliance Division
Strategic Plan Focus Area: Economic Vitality
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19. R-2025-072 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood,
Florida, Awarding Invitation For Bid IFB-267-25-WV For The
Hollywood Tidal Flooding Mitigation And Shoreline Protection Sites
3, 4, 5, 11, 12, 7, 8, 14, 15 And 16 FDEP 22FRP13 Project To
Shoreline Foundation, Inc.; And Approving And Authorizing The
Appropriate City Officials To Execute A Contract With Shoreline
Foundation, Inc. For Construction Of The Hollywood Tidal Flooding
Mitigation And Shoreline Protection Sites 3, 4, 5, 11, 12, 7, 8, 14,
15 And 16 FDEP 22FRP13, A General Obligation Bond Project, In
An Amount Up To $3,648,808.00.
Attachments: Reso Award IFB -267-25-WV Tidal flooding Sites.docx
Contract_Form_of_Agreement_Rev_12.26.2024 - SFI Executed 2_24_25.pdf
IFB-267-25-WV Hollywood Tidal Flooding Mitigation.pdf
Exhibit D 22FRP13 TIDAL FLOODING MITIGATION EXECUTED.pdf
Shoreline Foundation Inc_bid IFB-267-25-WV.pdf
City of Hollywood COI.pdf
Cummins Cedergerg Bid Review Letter.pdf
Notice of Intent to Award - IFB-267-25-WV - Hollywood Tidal Flooding Mitigation.pdf
Ebsary Foundation Company _Bid- IFB-267-25_WV.pdf
R-2020-275.pdf
R-2022-281.pdf
R-2023-032.pdf
R-2023-402.pdf
Term Sheet - Hollywood Tidal Flooding Mitigation and Shoreline Protection Sites (Shoreline Foun
Department of Design & Construction Management
Strategic Plan Focus Area: Resilience & Sustainability
20. 5:00 PM CITIZENS’ COMMENTS (Total Time 30 Minutes)
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COMMENTS BY THE CITY COMMISSION, CITY ATTORNEY & CITY
MANAGER
21. Vice Mayor Quintana, District 6
22. Commissioner Shuham, District 1
23. Commissioner Hernandez, District 2
24. Commissioner Callari, District 3
25. Commissioner Gruber, District 4
26. Commissioner Biederman, District 5
27. Mayor Levy
28. City Attorney
29. City Manager
30. ADJOURNMENT
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use or development of land, each member of the City Commission, City Manager, Assistant City
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department/office shall disclose orally, at the time the City Commission begins to discuss the item, or
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in writing to the City Clerk prior to the publication of the agenda, any client or business relationship that
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entity that has submitted a response to the competitive solicitation. “Significant interest” means
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