Title
An Ordinance Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Amending Various Sections Of Article VI Of The City Charter Entitled “City Manager”, Article VII Of The City Charter Entitled “City Attorney”, And Article VIII Of The City Charter Entitled “Officers And Employees”, All Subject To Approval By The Electorate At A Referendum To Be Held On November 5, 2024.
Strategic Plan Focus
Communications & Civic Engagement
Body
Staff Recommends: Approval of the attached Ordinance.
Explanation:
SECOND READING:
The ballot language was updated to comply with State Statute that the summary language is not to exceed 75 words in length.
FIRST READING:
The Charter Review Committee was created for the purpose of conducting a comprehensive study of the City Charter. By a vote of two thirds, the Charter Review Committee may submit proposals to amend or revise the Charter to the City Commission.
The Charter Review Committee must submit to the City Commission any proposed amendments or revisions with associated ballot language no later than the first Tuesday in June. The City Commission shall place the Committee's proposals with the associated ballot language on the ballot.
This proposed Ordinance under Article 6 would clarify that at no time shall there be a vacancy in the position of the City Manager.
Article 7 would clarity that the City Attorney can appoint or remove all personnel in his or her administration.
Article 8 would clarify that the City Commission members shall not interfere with City staff.
Fiscal Impact:
The proposed Charter amendments do not result in significant additional costs.
Recommended for inclusion on the agenda by:
Charter Review Committee
Patricia A. Cerny, City Clerk
Adam Reichbach, Assistant City Manager for Finance & Administration