Regular City Commission Meeting

City of Hollywood Hollywood City Hall 2600 Hollywood Blvd Hollywood, FL 33020 http://www.hollywoodfl.org Meeting Minutes Wednesday, July 2, 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, City Attorney Patricia A. Cerny, City Clerk Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes July 2, 2025 . The Regular City Commission Meeting of the City of Hollywood, Florida, was called to order by Mayor Levy on Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at 1:29 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, Commissioner Peter Hernandez, Commissioner Traci Callari, Commissioner Adam Gruber, Commissioner Kevin D. Biederman, Vice Mayor Idelma Quintana and Mayor Josh Levy ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Biederman, to allow Commissioner Hernandez participate by video. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. 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) 6. R-2025-227 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Implement A Settlement With Daniela Buonomo In The Amount Of $60,000.00. 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) 7. R-2025-228 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Implement A Settlement With Christina Cottes, As Personal Representative Of The City of Hollywood Page 1 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes July 2, 2025 Estate Of David Cottes, Deceased In The Amount Of $55,000.00. 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) 8. R-2025-229 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving The Regular City Commission Meeting Minutes Of October 1, 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) 9. R-2025-230 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving The Special City Commission Meeting Minutes Of October 23, 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) 10. R-2025-231 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving The Regular City Commission Meeting Minutes Of October 23, 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-2025-232 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving The Regular City Commission Meeting Minutes Of November 6, 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) 12. R-2025-233 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving The Joint / Special City Commission / Community Redevelopment Agency Board Meeting Minutes Of November 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) City of Hollywood Page 2 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes July 2, 2025 13. R-2025-234 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving The Regular City Commission Meeting Minutes Of November 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) 14. R-2025-235 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 $500,000.00 For Work Associated With The CRA’s Coastal Resiliency Phase IV East-West Streets Project From Harrison Street To Magnolia Terrace And From State Road A1A To The Broadwalk. 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-2025-236 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Ratifying The Submittal Of An Application To Receive The 2023 U.S. Department Of Agriculture (USDA) Forest Service Inflation Reduction Act Urban And Community Forestry Program Grant For Tree Planting In Identified Western And Southwestern Areas Of The City In The Amount Of $455,659.00 With No Required Matching Funds; Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute All Applicable Program Documents And Agreements. 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-2025-237 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute A First Amendment To The Professional Services Agreement For Architectural/Engineering Design Consulting Services With Bermello, Ajamil & Partners, LLC; And To Execute Authorization To Proceed No. 8 With Bermello, Ajamil & Partners, LLC For Architectural/Engineering Consulting Services For The Hollywood Beach Golf Course And Clubhouse Project, A General Obligation Bond Project, In An Amount Up To $272,080.00. 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) City of Hollywood Page 3 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes July 2, 2025 17. R-2025-238 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute A Change Order With State Contracting & Engineering Corporation For The Reroofing Of The Maintenance Building For The Hollywood Beach Clubhouse/Community Center Project, A General Obligation Bond Project, For An Amount Up To $137,245.00. 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) 18. R-2025-239 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Apply For, And If Awarded, Accept Federal Funds From The Federal Emergency Management Agency Through The Hazard Mitigation Grant Program For A Local Hazard Mitigation Project; Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute All Applicable Grant Documents And Agreements. 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) 19. R-2025-240 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute A Blanket Purchase Agreement To SHI International Corp. For The Purchase Of Software Value Added Reseller Services, Based On The State Of Florida Alternative Contract 43230000-Naspo-23-ACS, For An Amount Up To $200,000.00, On An As-Needed Basis, From July 2, 2025, Through April 24, 2027, In Accordance With Section 38.41(C)(5) Of The Code Of Ordinances. (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) 20. R-2025-241 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Approve A Blanket Purchase Agreement With Timeclock Plus, LLC For The Purchase Of Additional Time Clock Hardware, Software, Accessories, And System Maintenance For An Amount Up To $200,000.00, On An As-Needed Basis, From July 2, 2025 Through September 30, 2027, In Accordance With Section 38.41(C)(11)(A) Of The Code Of Ordinances. (Software And Hardware Exemption) City of Hollywood Page 4 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes July 2, 2025 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) 21. R-2025-242 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute An Agreement With HZIP LLC For Major Events Production For A Five-Year Period In An Annual Amount Of Up To $88,000.00. 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) 22. R-2025-243 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Accept The 2025/2026 Children's Services Council Of Broward County Maximizing Out Of School Time Grant To Conduct Four Youth After School And Summer Camps Programs In The Approximate Amount Of $977,592.00; Authorizing The Required Five Percent Matching Funds To Be Paid From In-Kind Staff Salaries; Authorizing The Execution Of An Agreement With The Children's Services Council; Further Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute All Applicable Grant Documents And Agreements; 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) 23. R-2025-244 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Accept, If Awarded, The Areawide Council On Aging Of Broward County, Inc. Elder Grant, In The Amount Of $228,000.00, At No Cost To The City, To Provide Enhanced Senior Citizen Recreation Programs At The Fred Lippman Multi-Purpose Center; Authorizing The 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) 24. R-2025-245 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Expenditure Of Federal (Treasury) Law Enforcement Forfeiture Funds Pursuant To The Federal Comprehensive Crime Control Act Of 1984, To Provide Funding For Law Enforcement Training, City of Hollywood Page 5 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes July 2, 2025 Law Enforcement Investigations (Inclusive Of Overtime And Confidential Informant Fees), And The Acquisition Of Law Enforcement Equipment In An Amount Not To Exceed $180,000.00; Amending The Fiscal Year 2025 Adopted Operating Budget (R-2024-317). 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) 25. R-2025-246 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Accept 2024 Department Of Homeland Security Grant Funds From The City Of Miami In The Approximate Amount Of $294,645.00 To Enhance Public Safety And Emergency Management Urban Area Security Initiative Approved Projects And Equipment; Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The Memorandum Of Agreement With The City Of Miami And All Other Applicable Sub-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) 26. R-2025-247 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 Aclara Technologies LLC, For The Purchase Of Aclara One Single And Dual Port Metering Transmission Units For The Department’s Billing Platform For One Year In An Amount Up To $236,875.20 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 Commissioner Shuham and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 27. R-2025-248 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 CEI 25-03 With Carollo Engineers, Inc., For On-Call Professional Services Related To Water Projects On An As-Needed Basis In An Amount Up To $150,000.00. ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Commissioner Gruber, which was seconded by Commissioner Shuham and adopted on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0) City of Hollywood Page 6 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes July 2, 2025 28. R-2025-249 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 B&C 25-03 With Brown And Caldwell, To Provide Professional Engineering Services Related To The Design And Bidding Of Mechanical Integrity Testing For Deep Injection Wells No. 1, 2, 3, And 4, In An Amount Not To Exceed $65,122.00. 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) 29. R-2025-250 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Apply For, And If Awarded, Accept Federal Funds From The Federal Emergency Management Agency For Two Local Hazard Mitigation Projects Through The Hazard Mitigation Grant Program And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute All Applicable Grant Documents And Agreements. 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-2025-251 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 Thermo Air, Inc. For HVAC Maintenance, Repair, And Emergency Services In An Annual Amount Up To $60,000.00 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) 31. P-2025-063 Presentation By Senator Dr. Barbara Sharief, Regarding The 2025 Florida Legislative Session. Dr. Barbara Sharief, Senator, provided an update regarding the 2025 Florida Legislative Session. 32. P-2025-064 Presentation By Representative Marie Woodson, Regarding The 2025 Florida Legislative Session. Marie Woodson, Representative, provided an update regarding the 2025 Florida Legislative Session. City of Hollywood Page 7 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes July 2, 2025 33. P-2025-065 Presentation By Representative Hillary Cassel, Regarding The 2025 Florida Legislative Session. Hillary Cassel, Representative, provided an update regarding the 2025 Legislative Session. Commissioner Hernandez left the meeting at 2:01 PM. 34. P-2025-066 Presentation By Marty Kiar, Broward County Property Appraiser, Regarding Property Values In Hollywood. Marty Kiar, Broward County Property Appraiser, provided an update regarding the property values in Hollywood. Commissioner Hernandez returned to the meeting at 2:12 PM. Discussion ensued among Mr. Kiar and members of the Commission. 35. R-2025-252 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving The Employment Agreement For Incoming City Attorney Damaris Henlon. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. George R. Keller Jr., City Manager, responded to concerns raised by the Commission. Tammie Hechler, Director of Human Resources, provided additional information to the Commission. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. Damaris Henlon, City Attorney, responded to questions raised by the Commission. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission Commissioner Callari left the meeting at 3:03 PM and returned to the meeting at 3:05 PM. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Quintana, to adopt the Resolution and remove the 457 plan with $278,500.00 salary. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 36. P-2025-067 Presentation By Lisa Liotta, Development Officer, Office Of City of Hollywood Page 8 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes July 2, 2025 Communications, Marketing & Economic Development; Michael McShea, Executive Vice President; Lee Ann Korst, SE Regional Manager; And Clarissa Willis, Vice President, Advisory And Transaction Services, of CBRE, Inc.; Regarding City Property Assessment And Redevelopment Potential. Joann Hussey, Director of Communication, Marketing and Economic Development, provided information on the City Property Assessment and Redevelopment Potential. Mayor Levy passed the gavel to Vice Mayor Quintana and left the meeting at 3:10 PM, he returned at 3:13 PM. Michael McShea, Executive Vice President; Advisory and Transaction Services, of CBRE, Inc. provided a presentation on the City Property Assessment and Redevelopment Potential. Commissioner Gruber left the meeting at 3:14 PM and returned to the meeting at 3:16 PM. Clarissa Willis, Vice President, Advisory and Transaction Services, of CBRE, provided additional information. Lee Ann Korst, SE Regional Manager Advisory and Transaction Services, of CBRE, provided additional information. Lisa Liotta, Development Officer, provided additional information. Michael Seltzer, 954 Hollywood Blvd, expressed personal opinions/concerns. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. Raelin Storey, Assistant City Manager, provided additional information. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. The Commission recessed at 4:04 PM and reconvened at 4:24 PM with Commissioner Biederman absent. 37. PO-2025-05 An Ordinance Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending Chapter 72 Of The Code Of Ordinances To Reference The Use Of Video And License Plate Reader Technology For Parking Enforcement; Permitting The Mailing Of Parking Citations To The Registered Owner Of A Vehicle; Providing For A Severability Clause And A Repealer Provision. City of Hollywood Page 9 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes July 2, 2025 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. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. Jovan Douglas, Assistant City Manager, responded to questions raised by the commission. The 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 on second and final reading the Ordinance. The motion on roll call vote carried: Aye: Commissioner Shuham Commissioner Callari Commissioner Hernandez Commissioner Gruber Vice Mayor Quintana Mayor Levy Absent: Commissioner Biederman Enactment No: O-2025-07 38. R-2025-253 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Allocating 1,000 Flexibility Units To The Regional Activity Center; Providing A Repealer Clause Authorizing The Units To Be Reallocated To The City’s Total Flexibility Pool Should Additional Units Be Secured Through A Land Use Plan Text Amendment To The Comprehensive Plan; Providing For Conflict; Providing For An Effective Date. (25-T-38) Commissioner Biederman returned to the meeting at 4:27 PM. The Mayor announced the Resolution was advertised in conformance with Florida Statutes and City Codes. The public hearing was opened; there being no one present who wished to speak, the public hearing was declared closed. Andria Wingett, Director of Development Services, explained the intent of the Resolution. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Shuham, which was seconded by Commissioner Biederman, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) City of Hollywood Page 10 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes July 2, 2025 39. R-2025-254 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Ratifying The 2025 - 2028 Collective Bargaining Agreement With The Fraternal Order Of Police, Hollywood Lodge 24 (Agreement); Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials to Execute The Agreement. George R. Keller, Jr., City Manager, explained the intent of the Resolution. Chris O'Brien, Director of Public Safety, provided additional information. Andrew Laframboise, Fraternal Order of Police, expressed personal opinions/concerns. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. 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) 40. PO-2025-08 An Ordinance Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending Chapter 33 Of The Code Of Ordinances Titled “Police Officer’s Retirement System”; Incorporating Various Changes To The Retirement System Contained In The Collective Bargaining Agreement Between The Fraternal Order Of Police, Lodge #24 And The City Of Hollywood, Including Changes Relating To Definitions And Normal Retirement Benefits; Providing For Conflicts, Codification, And An Effective Date. The Mayor opened the public hearing; there being no one who wished to speak, the public hearing was declared closed The City Attorney read the Ordinance on first reading. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Gruber, to adopt on first reading the Ordinance. The motion on roll call vote carried: Aye: Commissioner Shuham Commissioner Hernandez Commissioner Callari Commissioner Gruber Commissioner Biederman Vice Mayor Quintana Mayor Levy 41. PO-2025-09 An Ordinance Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending Section 33.025 Of The Code Of Ordinances Titled “Employees’ Retirement Fund” Pertaining To The City Of Hollywood Employees’ Retirement Fund; Related To Providing New Benefit Options, Revising The Makeup Of The Board Of Trustees, And Revising Language Governing Purchase Of City of Hollywood Page 11 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes July 2, 2025 Credited Service. George R. Keller, Jr., City Manager, introduced the Ordinance. David Keller, Special Projects Administrator, explained the intent of the Ordinance. Boki Corsovic, American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME) president, provided additional information. The following individuals expressed personal opinions/concerns: 1. Christopher Cassper, PO Box 12316, Fort Pierce 2. Gerald Jones, 2115 Wiley Street Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. 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 first reading the Ordinance. The motion on roll call vote carried: Aye: Commissioner Shuham Commissioner Hernandez Commissioner Callari Commissioner Gruber Commissioner Biederman Vice Mayor Quintana Mayor Levy 56. CITIZENS’ COMMENTS The following individuals expressed personal opinions/concerns: 1. Bob Glickman, 3111 N Ocean Drive Commissioner Callari left the meeting at 5:20 PM and returned to the meeting at 5:22 PM. 2. Rita Lipof, 2157 N 14th Avenue 3. Warren Sapp 5. R-2025-226 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. City of Hollywood Page 12 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes July 2, 2025 Commissioner Biederman declared a voting conflict as this item may or may not benefit him. Commissioner Biederman left the meeting at 5:33 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 6-0, Commissioner Biederman had a voting conflict. 42. R-2025-255 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Setting The Proposed Maximum Millage Rate Pursuant To Section 200.065 (2)(B), Florida Statutes, And Setting The Date, Time, And Place At Which A Public Hearing Will Be Held To Consider The Proposed Millage Rate And Tentative Budget. Commissioner Beiderman returned to the meeting at 5:34 PM. Adam Reichbach, Assistant City Manager, gave a presentation on items #42, #43 and #44. Bob Glickman, 3111 N Ocean Drive, 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 Callari, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 43. R-2025-256 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Relating To The Provision Of Fire Inspection Services In The City Of Hollywood; Establishing The Estimated Assessment Rates For Fire Inspection Assessments For The Fiscal Year Beginning October 1, 2025; Directing The Preparation Of An Assessment Roll; Authorizing A Public Hearing And Directing The Provision Of Notice Thereof; Providing For Conflicts And Severability. Adam Reichbach, Assistant City Manager, explained the intent of the Resolution. Bob Glickman, 3111 N Ocean Drive, expressed personal opinions/concerns. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. City of Hollywood Page 13 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes July 2, 2025 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) 44. R-2025-257 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Relating To The Provision Of Fire Rescue Services, Facilities And Programs In The City Of Hollywood; Establishing The Estimated Assessment Rate For Fire Rescue Assessments For The Fiscal Year Beginning October 1, 2025; Directing The Preparation Of An Assessment Roll; Authorizing A Public Hearing And Directing The Provision Of Notice Thereof; Providing For Conflicts And Severability. Adam Reichbach, Assistant City Manager, explained the intent of the Resolution. Bob Glickman, 3111 N Ocean Drive, expressed personal opinions/concerns. Chris O'Brien, Director of Public Safety, provided additional information to the Commission. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Biederman, which was seconded by Commissioner Callari, to adopt the Resolution with a $345.00 residential rate. Commissioner Callari left the meeting at 5:53 PM and returned at 5:57 PM. George R. Keller, Jr., City Manager, provided additional information. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. ACTION: Commissioner Callari withdrew her second to the motion. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Shuham, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Quintana, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed 6-1. Commissioner Biederman was opposed. 45. R-2025-258 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Relating To The Levying And Collecting Of A Non-Ad Valorem Assessment For The Costs Of Abating Nuisances Occurring On Real City of Hollywood Page 14 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes July 2, 2025 Property That Are Prohibited Under The City’s Code Of Ordinances; Establishing The Estimated Assessment Amounts To Be Included On The Annual Property Tax Bills Of The Affected Property Owners Who Have Had Remedial Work Performed On Their Properties By The City; Directing The Preparation Of An Assessment Roll; Authorizing A Public Hearing And Directing The Provision Of Notice Thereof; Providing For Conflicts And Severability. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Quintana, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 56. CITIZENS’ COMMENTS The following individuals expressed personal opinions/concerns: 1. Jonathan Anderson, 5660 Flagler Street Commissioner Gruber left the meeting at 6:03 PM and returned at 6:04 PM. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. Damaris Henlon, City Attorney, explained the issue to the Commission. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. ACTION: Motion was made by Vice Mayor Quintana, which was seconded by Commissioner Callari, to continue discussions to settlement the matter of Jonathan Anderson and judgment pursuing the reduction of the settlement amount to the specific out of pocket costs of the City and executing a lien. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 46. R-2025-259 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Adopting The Annual Action Plan And Projected Use Of Funds For Federal Program Year 2025/2026; Recognizing The Allocation Of $1,249,460.00 And Estimated Program Income Of $108,478.02 In Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Funds And The Allocation Of $539,022.46 And Estimated Program Income Of $593,463.05 In Home Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) Funds. The Mayor announced the Resolution was advertised in conformance with Florida Statutes and City Codes. Commissioner Biederman declared a voting conflict due to his wife being an employee of the City. City of Hollywood Page 15 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes July 2, 2025 Commissioner Biederman left the meeting at 6:17 PM. Ryan Coote, Community Development Division Manager, explained the intent of the Resolution. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Quintana, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed 6-0. Commissioner Biederman declared a voting conflict. 47. R-2025-260 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing City Staff To Identify Qualified Subrecipients To Administer The Tenant-Based Rental Assistance Program And The City Manager To Execute All Subrecipient Agreements And Amendments Using U.S. Department Of Housing And Urban Development HOME Investment Partnership Funding In An Amount Not To Exceed $1,062,910.34 Pursuant To Section 38.41(C)(9) Of The Procurement Code. (Best Interest) Commissioner Biederman returned to the meeting at 6:18 PM. Ryon Coote, Community Development Division Manager, explained the intent of the Resolution. 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) 48. R-2025-261 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute A Blanket Purchase Agreement With DebrisTech, LLC To Provide Emergency Debris Monitoring Services For A Variety Of Disaster Related Incidents For A Two-Year Term In An Annual Amount Up To $3,000,000.00. Joseph Kroll, Director of Public Works, explained the intent of the Resolution. 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) 49. R-2025-262 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute A Blanket Purchase Agreement To Dell Marketing L.P. For The Purchase Of Computers, Servers, Monitors, And Accessories For An Amount Up To $1,400,000.00, For The Period July 2, 2025, Through June 30, 2029, City of Hollywood Page 16 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes July 2, 2025 Based On The Midwestern Higher Education Commission Contract No. MHEC-04152022, In Accordance With Section 38.41(C)(5) Of The Code Of Ordinances. (Piggyback) 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) 50. R-2025-263 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 Lebolo Construction Management, Inc. For The Fire Station 74 Chiller Replacement Project, For A Total Guaranteed Maximum Price Of $1,244,155.00; Amending The Fiscal Year 2025 Capital Improvement Plan. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Vice Mayor Quintana, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0) 51. R-2025-264 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute A Contract With Southeastern Engineering Contractors, Inc., For Construction Services To Relocate Water And Sewer Mains To Facilitate Florida Department Of Transportation Construction Of Stormwater Pump Stations Along A1A Between Franklin And Desoto Streets In An Amount Up To $1,557,914.40. 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) 52. R-2025-265 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute A Second Renewal Of The Unit Price Contract With Envirowaste Services Group, Inc. For Manhole Repairs To Reduce Inflow And Infiltration In The Amount Of $1,057,085.00. 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) 53. R-2025-266 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 McCumber Wright Venture, LLC For Operational Reimbursement In An Amount Up To $100,000.00 For The Remaining City of Hollywood Page 17 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes July 2, 2025 Fiscal Year Ending September 30, 2025, For The Temporary Closure Of Eco Grande Golf Course. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. Ricky Engle, Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts, responded to concerns raised by the Commission. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. Darmaris Henlon, City Attorney, responded to concerns raised by the Commission. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. Mayor Levy passed the gavel to Vice Mayor Quintana and left the meeting at 6:30 PM, he returned at 6:32 PM. George R. Keller, Jr., City Manager, provided additional information to the Commission. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. 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. Commissioner Biederman was opposed. 54. R-2025-267 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute The Third Amendment To And Restatement Of The Transportation System Surtax Interlocal Agreement Among Broward County, The Broward County City Managers Association, And Various Municipalities. Adam Reichbach, Assistant City Manager, explained the intent of the Resolution. 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) 55. P-2025-068 Presentation By Tammie L. Hechler, Director of Human Resources, To Review Market Comparison Analysis For Mayor And Commissioners Salaries And Benefits. Tammie Hechler, Director of Human Resources, provided information regarding market comparison analysis for Mayor and Commissioners City of Hollywood Page 18 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes July 2, 2025 Salaries and Benefits. Discussion ensued among members of the Commission. George R. Keller, Jr., City Manager, provided additional information. Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission. 55A. R-2025-268 A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Establishing Compensation For Members Of The City Commission. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Hernandez, which was seconded by Commissioner Gruber, to adopt the Resolution. On a voice vote the motion passed 5-2. Commissioner Shuham and Vice Mayor Quintana were opposed. 57. Commissioner Hernandez, District 2 Happy Fourth of July Commissioner Hernandez wished everyone a safe and happy Fourth of July. Valet Issue Commissioner Hernandez stated last week there was an issue with valet, that needed to be addressed. City Hall Commissioner Hernandez stated there was an incident at City Hall with a resident within his district. He stated he spoke with the City Manager ’s office, and he is concerned about the safety of his residents. 58. Commissioner Callari, District 3 Stan Goldman Park Commissioner Callari requested Commission support for an extra hour untill 11:00 PM of lighting at Stan Goldman Park due to summertime. Commissioner Gruber and Commissioner Biederman supported the request. Thank You Commissioner Callari thanked the Department of Development Services staff for the tour and observation of Taft Street eight-foot sidewalk. There were a lot of issues identified. She stated staff will be working with FPL to have light structures moved prior to end of project. Also, the fire hydrants will be moved and there are areas of water pooling which will be City of Hollywood Page 19 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes July 2, 2025 addressed. Vice Mayor Quintana and Mayor Levy supported reaching out to FPL. Margaritaville Commissioner Callari stated the Margaritaville building needs to have the canvas painting installed and requested it be implemented as soon as possible. Raelin Storey, Assistant City Manager, stated the artwork is to update the image on the Margaritaville building. ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Callari, which was seconded by Commissioner Shuham, to approve the Margaritaville artwork consistent with the agreement. On voice vote motion passed unanimously. (7-0) Protano Areas Commissioner Callari requested an update regarding the litigation on the Protano areas. Mayor Levy stated a settlement was offered however it was rejected and is now back to bankruptcy. Damaris Henlon, City Attorney, stated staff will bring back updated information. Commission Meeting Commissioner Callari stated the next Commission meeting is August 22, 2025 due to summer break. Justice Skate Park Commissioner Callari announced the ribbon cutting for the Justice Skate Park on August 22, 2025, between 5:00 PM and 7:00 PM. She thanked staff and stated the skate park has been a positive addition to the area. 59. Commissioner Gruber, District 4 Water Bill Complaints Commissioner Gruber stated he has received many complaints regarding water bills. He explained he thought that the error in billing would be consumed by the City however this is not the case. Commissioner Gruber stated he feels people should pay their fair share. Damaris Henlon, City Attorney, stated back billing can go back five years. City of Hollywood Page 20 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes July 2, 2025 Commissioner Gruber stated residents are getting water bills for almost $800.00 due to the broken water meter chargebacks. He stated sixty percent of the residents in Broward County are facing a cost burden and he believes the City should not charge for water meter errors. He requested Commission support for back billing to go back one month if there is a misread on the meter. Mayor Levy stated the burden should be on the City to have functioning meters and to base twelve-month billing on one month and be sent such a large bill is not fair. George R. Keller Jr., stated staff can bring back a proposed amendment to the ordinance just to be careful as the bond revenue pledges, bonds and covenents. He stated he will bring back a description on what can be done. Commissioner Shuham questioned why there are so many back water billing charges. Vincent Morello, Director of Public Utilities, responded that staff is being proactive and addressing the failure of meters. Swim Central Commissioner Gruber announced summer is here and Swim Central offers ten free swimming lessons in Broward County. He requested staff send a reminder to residents with instructions on how they can sign up. Maxi Priest Concert Commissioner Gruber stated he attended the Maxi Priest concert on Saturday, June 28, 2025, and it was a great show. He thanked the Department of Public Works as the bathrooms were clean and staff had a great attitude. Adult Day Care Commissioner Gruber stated he is happy the adult day care was approved and there is a lot of work to be done. Saved Ducklings Commissioner Gruber presented a few photos and videos of him and his neighbors saving ducklings from a storm water drain. Mayor Levy suggested the Department of Public Utilities place a mesh metal cover on the storm water drain located at 40th Avenue by the lake to prevent ducks from falling in again. City of Hollywood Page 21 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes July 2, 2025 Happy Fourth of July Commissioner Gruber wished everyone a happy Fourth of July and a great safe summer. 60. Commissioner Biederman, District 5 Item # 37, PO-2025-05 Commissioner Biederman stated he wanted to register a “aye” vote for item #37, PO-2025-05. Water Meters Commissioner Biederman stated item #26, R-2025-247 on the agenda was about water meters. He spoke to the City Manager about exploring better options. Margaritaville Commissioner Biederman stated on A1A from Jacksonville to Miami has been redesigned to Jimmy Buffet Memorial Highway, but there are no signs in Hollywood where it would be most appropriate. Commissioner Biederman stated all of A1A was designed Jimmy Buffet Memorial Highway and asked staff to get with FDOT about the signs. Single Use Plastic Ban Commissioner Biederman stated the single use plastic ban should be part of the café licenses and asked the City Attorney’s office to research. Complaints Commissioner Biederman stated that Code Compliance cannot go on to properties to investigate complaints when things are being reported. He questioned if water meter easements may be used to see where people are building without permits. Damaris Henlon, City Attorney, stated the City needs to be careful of violating property rights. She will get back with more information. Volunteer Commissioner Biederman stated he would like to volunteer at the EOC when needed with Commission approval as Deputy Vice Mayor if the Vice Mayor is not available to step in. George R. Keller, Jr., City Manager, stated there is a provision in the Charter. City of Hollywood Page 22 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes July 2, 2025 61. Vice Mayor Quintana, District 6 Solid Waste Vice Mayor Quintana stated Commissioner Shuham is the designee of the Solid Waste Authority and she has an interest in the issue. She stated she encourages everyone to look at the Solid Waste Master Plan draft for input in the community. Sidewalks Vice Mayor Quintana stated in her neighborhood in Hollywood Gardens West when sidewalks were put in, new signage was also installed more than five years ago and issues have still not been addressed. Vice Mayor Quintana stated there are still some issues with signs that were never addressed because the County did not sign off on the project, the County will not take responsibility in correcting any issue. Therefore, the sidewalks issues on Taft Street issues need to be addressed before signing off with contractors. Summer Storytime Vice Mayor Quintana announced the summer Story Time in the Park kickoff event was a success. Vice Mayor Quintana stated readings will take place every Wednesday in July at multiple parks in District 6 until the end of July. She stated that on the last reading on July 30th at Zinkil Park someone donated a free little library, and it will be installed. 62. Commissioner Shuham, District 1 Thank You Commissioner Shuham thanked the Police Department for the training held earlier in the week. She thanked the Police Department for keeping everyone safe. Commissioner Shuham thanked Tymira Mack, Grant Administrator, for all her hard work on getting the City grants. FPL Commissioner Shuham stated she did a nighttime tour with Joseph Kroll, Director of Public Works, for District 1. She stated the City has to work closely with FPL, and the needs of the department to address all the issues. Parks Commissioner Shuham stated she met with Ricky Engle, Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts, Joaquin Arellano, Special Projects and Administrative Manager, regarding her concerns. She stated when City of Hollywood Page 23 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes July 2, 2025 she met with staff much of the frustration in the Department were concerns that would be addressed by Department of Public Works. Café Zones Commissioner Shuham stated that she is unsure the City can control café zones on sidewalks. She asked staff if the City can consider implementing plastic restrictions on café zones. Solid Waste Commissioner Shuham thanked Joseph Kroll, Director of Public Works, for going through the solid waste draft proposal and submitting comments to the Solid Waste Authority. Settlement Commissioner Shuham stated the settlement on the PFAS litigation where the City will get some funding. Adam Reichbach, Assistant City Manager, stated the amount is $15 million. Mayor Levy thanked the Commission for pursuing the class action suit. Salary Commissioner Shuham stated she felt uncomfortable with the salary discussion as it was not an agenda item, and the residents were unable to speak on it. 63. Mayor Levy Florida Legislature Mayor Levy stated the Florida Legislature did something great this year such as scanning Senate bills that the Governor signs, this will be of great benefit. SB1622 Mayor Levy stated the Governor signed SB1622 legislation which will restore local authorities to recognize recreational customary use on Florida beaches. Mayor Levy requested Commission support to bring back the customary use of an Ordinance for all the sandy beaches of Hollywood so there is public access even if it is on private property. Hardship Public Art Mayor Levy expresses concern with the current Public Places Art Ordinance, noting that a 1% requirement on new projects. This would result in approximately $7 million in public art funding from a $700 million City of Hollywood Page 24 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes July 2, 2025 hospital project and would also impact a $200 million condominium project. He requested staff to develop a more equitable and practical formula to support public art while allowing the fund to grow. Mayor Levy requested staff to bring back in August a cap formula or a revised formula for Public Art. Raelin Storey, Assistant City Manager, stated it already is coming back as it is scheduled for Planning and Development Board. TAC Process Mayor Levy stated that applicants are required to provide estimated investment totals and projected job numbers before the site plan stage as part of the TAC process. He stated this requirement may create unnecessary economic burden and emphasized that only a basic estimate, not a formal economic report, should be required. Alonzo Mourning Mayor Levy stated staff and Alonzo Mourning took a tour of the PAL Center and other community centers. He stated Mr. Mourning was impressed with PAL’s afterschool and summer programs. Mayor Levy stated they are looking to explore opportunities with cities and thanked Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz for her support for the City. Thank you Mayor Levy thanked staff who administered the junior lifeguard program where his daughter participated as a counselor. He thanked staff for their programs. 64. City Attorney Executive Session Damaris Henlon, City Attorney, announced pursuant to Florida Statutes 286.011(8)(a), an executive session would be held on Wednesday, August 27, 2025, at 12:00 PM regarding Michael Ortiz vs. City of Hollywood litigation. Attending the session will be the Mayor, Commissioners, City Manager, City Attorney, Chief Litigation Counsel, Julian Geraci and outside counsel, Dan Abbot and Ann Flanagan. 65. City Manager George R. Keller, Jr. CPPT, City Manager, announced Hollywood Beach was Voted Best Beach of 2025 by Miami New Times Readers. He stated the beach is recognized for its beautiful sandy beach, family-friendly atmosphere, and iconic Broadwalk. City of Hollywood Page 25 Regular City Commission Meeting Meeting Minutes July 2, 2025 George R. Keller, Jr. CPPT, City Manager, announced the 4th of July Star-Spangled Spectacular will take place on Hollywood Beach Friday., July 4th at the Beach Theater from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM. He stated DJ Fourth of July. George R. Keller, Jr., City Manager, stated the 4th of July at the beach bandshell there will be a live entertainment show from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM and then the offshore fireworks at 9:00 PM. He stated he briefly wanted to talk about the traffic and security measures in place. George R. Keller, Jr., City Manager, wished everyone a happy holiday weekend. Jeff Devlin, Police Chief, gave an update on security and traffic plans for the 4th of July event. This information has been posted on social media and google maps. He stated that they have security plans in place with numerous officers. Mayor Levy thanked Jeff Devlin, Police Chief, for his hard work and knows there is rain in the forecast and that the seas are not going to be calm. Mayor Levy stated he was advised Pembroke Pines has cancelled their fireworks however the City will continue with their plans for the show. Mayor Levy thanked everyone and wished everyone a happy 4th of July. 66. The meeting adjourned at 8:17 PM. ______________________________ Patricia A. Cerny, MMC City Clerk Hollywood, Florida Approved on: _________________________ City of Hollywood Page 26