Minutes - Regular City Commission Meeting

City of Hollywood

Hollywood City Hall

2600 Hollywood Blvd

Hollywood, FL 33020

http://www.hollywoodfl.org

Meeting Minutes - Final

Wednesday, February 4, 2026

1:00 PM

Commission Chambers Room 219

Regular City Commission Meeting

CITY COMMISSION

Josh Levy, Mayor

Traci Callari, Vice Mayor - District 3

Caryl Shuham, Commissioner - District 1

Peter D. Hernandez, Commissioner - District 2

Adam Gruber, Commissioner - District 4

Kevin Biederman, Commissioner - District 5

Idelma Quintana, Commissioner - District 6

George R. Keller, Jr., CPPT, City Manager

Damaris Henlon, City Attorney

Patricia A. Cerny, City Clerk

The Regular City Commission Meeting of the City of Hollywood, Florida, was called to

order by Mayor Levy on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, 1:05 PM in the City Commission

Room, Room 219, 2600 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, Florida.

Moment of Silence

Pledge of Allegiance

Recognition of Veterans, Active Service Personnel & Their Families

Roll Call

Present:

Commissioner Caryl Shuham, Commissioner Peter Hernandez, Vice

Mayor Traci Callari, Commissioner Adam Gruber, Commissioner

Kevin D. Biederman, Commissioner Idelma Quintana and Mayor Josh

Levy

CONSENT AGENDA

Approval of the Consent Agenda

ACTION: Motion was made by Vice Mayor Callari, which was

seconded by Commissioner Shuham, to approve the Consent

Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0)

R-2026-031

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 With Stantec Consulting Services Inc. For

Architectural/Engineering Consulting And Permitting Services For The

Marina Fuel Dock Repair Project, A Capital Improvement Project, In An

Amount Up To $251,920.00.

ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Vice Mayor Callari, which

was seconded by Commissioner Shuham and adopted on the

Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0)

R-2026-032

A Resolution Of The City Commission of the City Of Hollywood, Florida,

Allocating One Flex Unit Within The Beach Resort Commercial District

(BRT-25-C) To The Property Located At 300 Arizona Street (Folio No.

5142-1301-2050); Providing For Conditions; And Providing For An

Effective Date. (25-FV-24)

ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Vice Mayor Callari, which

was seconded by Commissioner Shuham and adopted on the

Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0)

R-2026-033

A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,

Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Issue A Change Order To

Blanket Purchase Agreements With Gl Distributors, Inc And Federal

Eastern International, LLC For Body Armor And Ballistic Resistant

Products To Increase The Contract Amount From $35,000.00 To

$250,000.00.

ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Vice Mayor Callari, which

was seconded by Commissioner Shuham and adopted on the

Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0)

R-2026-034

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 2026-2027 Enhanced

Marine Law Enforcement And Education Grant In The Approximate

Amount Of $151,128.00; Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To

Accept The Grant, If Awarded, And Execute All Applicable Grant

Documents.

ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Vice Mayor Callari, which

was seconded by Commissioner Shuham and adopted on the

Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0)

R-2026-035

A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,

Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute A

Change Order To Blanket Purchase Agreement PA600686 With Airgas

USA, LLC For The Supply And Delivery Of Liquid Oxygen To Increase

The Contract Amount From $498,000.00 To $1,200,000.00.

ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Vice Mayor Callari, which

was seconded by Commissioner Shuham and adopted on the

Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0)

R-2026-036

10.

A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,

Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute A

Change Order To

Blanket Purchase Agreement PA600985 With

Jeffrey-Allen Inc. For Purchase Of Golf Carts Plus Related Accessories,

Equipment, Parts And Services To Increase The Annual Contract

Amount From $50,000.00 To $105,000.00.

ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Vice Mayor Callari, which

was seconded by Commissioner Shuham and adopted on the

Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0)

R-2026-037

11.

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 H&S 26-06 With

Hazen And Sawyer, P.C. To Provide Professional Engineering

Consulting Services For Capacity Evaluation And Preliminary Design

Phase 1 For The Lift Station E-03 Upgrade Project In An Amount Up To

$291,078.00.

ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Vice Mayor Callari, which

was seconded by Commissioner Shuham and adopted on the

Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0)

R-2026-038

12.

A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,

Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Execute

Two Authorizations To Proceed For Work Order Number H&S 26-05

And Work Order Number H&S 26-07 With Hazen And Sawyer, P.C. For

In-House Engineering Support Services On An As-Needed Basis In An

Amount Up To $400,000.00 Combined.

ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Vice Mayor Callari, which

was seconded by Commissioner Shuham and adopted on the

Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0)

R-2026-039

13.

A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,

Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Issue A

Blanket Purchase Agreement With R&M Service Solutions, LLC For Fire

Hydrants Maintenance, Repair, And Replacement Services In An Annual

Amount Up To $200,000.00 From February 4, 2026, Through January 2,

2028, Based Upon The Contract With The Town Of Longboat Key (IFB

#24-091) In Accordance With Section 38.41(C)(5) Of The Procurement

Code. (Piggyback)

ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Vice Mayor Callari, which

was seconded by Commissioner Shuham and adopted on the

Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0)

R-2026-040

14.

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 DXP Enterprises, Inc. D/B/A Arroyo Process

Equipment, A DXP Company For Repairs On Oxygenation Train #3 In

An Amount Up To $318,034.00 In Accordance With Section 38.41(C)(2)

Of The Procurement Code. (Sole Source)

ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Vice Mayor Callari, which

was seconded by Commissioner Shuham and adopted on the

Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0)

R-2026-041

15.

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 Water Treatment

Controls Technology For

Preventative Maintenance And Emergency Services For The Chlorine

Facility At The Southern Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant In An

Amount Up To $220,000.00, For The Period From February 4, 2026, To

September 30, 2026, In Accordance With Section 38.41(C)(2) Of The

Procurement Code. (Sole Source)

ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Vice Mayor Callari, which

was seconded by Commissioner Shuham and adopted on the

Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0)

R-2026-042

16.

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 Thompson Pump & Manufacturing Co., Inc For Two

Thompson Pumps In An Amount Up To $116,004.00, Based Upon The

Florida Sheriffs Association Contract FSA23-EQU21.1, In Accordance

With Section 38.41(C)(5) Of The Procurement Code. (Piggyback)

ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Vice Mayor Callari, which

was seconded by Commissioner Shuham and adopted on the

Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0)

R-2026-043

17.

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 Pantropic Power, Inc. For The Repair Of Generator

#2, Including All Components, Parts, Labor, And Warranty In An Amount

Up To $768,362.07 In Accordance With Section 38.41(C)(3) Of The

Procurement Code (Original Equipment Manufacturer); Amending The

Fiscal Year 2026 Capital Improvement Plan.

ACTION: This Resolution was moved by Vice Mayor Callari, which

was seconded by Commissioner Shuham and adopted on the

Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. (7-0)

P-2026-003

A Proclamation In Recognition Of Black History Month, February 2026.

18.

Vice Mayor Callari read the proclamation in recognition of Black History

Month, February 2026.

Joann Fullington-Reese, African American Council Chair, and Georgette

Lasley, African American Council, accepted the proclamation and

thanked the Commission for the recognition.

PO-2026-002

19.

An Ordinance Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood,

Florida, Amending Chapter 72 The Code Of Ordinances Entitled

"Parking”; Amending The Definitions Of And Regulations Concerning

Commercial Vehicles; Providing For

Repealer Provision.

Severability Clause And

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.

Vice Mayor Callari left the meeting at 1:14 PM and returned at 1:16 PM.

Discussion ensued among members of the Commission.

Jovan Douglas, Assistant City Manager, responded to concerns raised

by the Commission.

Roger Caruso, Director of Parking and Code Compliance, explained the

intent of the Ordinance and gave a presentation.

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 Hernandez, which

was seconded by Commissioner Gruber, to adopt on first reading

the Ordinance and to include under Section 72.110(A)(1) Type A 1

ton or more to more than 1 ton. The motion on roll call vote

carried:

Aye:

Commissioner Shuham

Commissioner Hernandez

Vice Mayor Callari

Commissioner Gruber

Commissioner Biederman

Commissioner Quintana

Mayor Levy

R-2026-044

20.

A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,

Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Issue A Change Order To A

Blanket Purchase Agreement With Motorola Solutions, Inc. For Radio

Equipment And Services To Increase The Contract Amount From

$500,000.00 To $1,500,000.00 And Increase The Contract Term From

One Year To Three Years.

ACTION: Motion was made by Vice Mayor Callari, which was

seconded by Commissioner Shuham, to adopt the Resolution. On

a voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0)

R-2026-045

20A.

A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida,

Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Negotiate Or Bid To

Purchase The Property Located At 1055 Hollywood Boulevard And

Execute All Required Closing Documents At An Amount Not To Exceed

Twenty Percent Above The Appraised Value.

George R. Keller, Jr., City Manager, introduced the item.

Raelin Storey, Assistant City Manager, explained the intent of the

Resolution.

Discussion ensued among staff and members of the Commission.

ACTION: Motion was made by Commissioner Shuham, which was

seconded by Vice Mayor Callari, to adopt the Resolution. On a

voice vote the motion passed unanimously. (7-0)

22.

Commissioner Quintana, District 6

Expression of Thanks

Commissioner Quintana thanked the Police Department for their

professionalism and commitment to building community trust.

She

expressed her appreciation for how they value their ethical standards,

consistency and accountability.

Film Screening

Commissioner Quintana announced the WMIDA/Wiener Museum of

Decorative Arts is having their film screening on February 7, 2026, at

1:00 PM, the Film is called “Let Love Guide Your Way”. She stated the

sculpture across from the Hard Rock Hotel goes hand in hand with the

theme.

Storytime in the Park

Commissioner Quintana announced the monthly Storytime in the Park at

the Washington Park Community Center on February 13, 2026, from

6:00 PM to 7:30 PM.

Septic to Stewer Conversion

Commissioner Quintana announced the District 6 Septic to Sewer City

wide conversion discussion will take place on February 18, 2026. She

stated it is important for everyone to attend to be informed of this

process.

Party on the J

Commissioner Quintana stated the Party on the J has been postponed

due to weather conditions and the new date will be February 22, 2026,

from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM, located at 58th Avenue and Johnson Street.

Read for the Record

Commissioner Quintana announced the Read for the Record Event will

take place on February 26, 2026, where volunteers read the same story

at the same time. She stated the children will be able to take the book

home and sign up is at handsonbroward.org.

23.

Commissioner Shuham, District 1

Tallahassee Trip

Commissioner Shuham thanked the City Manager and Assistant City

Manager for the productive well-planned legislative trip to Tallahassee.

Narcan Kits

Commissioner Shuham thanked the Fire Department and The Robbins

Foundation, for the Narcan kits, as they are being placed everywhere and

hopes all residents will have access to a lifesaving device.

Iguanas

Commissioner Shuham thanked Jovan Douglas, Assistant City Manager,

for creating the iguana drop-off point for residents.

5/7 Vote

Commissioner Shuham requested Commission support to make

modification to the Commission rules on the 5/7 vote rule for agenda

items not on the agenda. She requested language be added in the rules

at the end with “such items shall be limited to only those that the City

Manager or the City Attorney deem time sensitive”.

Commissioner Shuham stated this change will elevate respect for all.

She stated that if something is not time sensitive, it would be added to an

upcoming agenda.

Discussion ensued among members of the Commission regarding the

5/7 vote modification request. The request failed for lack of support.

24.

Commissioner Hernandez, District 2

Code and Parking Staff

Commissioner Hernandez thanked Code Compliance and Parking staff

for assisting on one-way street issues.

5/7 Vote

Commissioner Hernandez stated he is okay with the current 5/7 vote

requirement. He stated why he was not in support of changing it.

Weather

Commissioner Hernandez stated he hopes everyone is warming up as

we have had the coldest weather in 15 years in Florida.

Party on the J

Commissioner Hernandez stated he hopes everyone has a great time at

Party on the J’s new date.

Parking Humps

Commissioner Hernandez requested Commission support to install

parking humps on 22nd Avenue for speed calming devices between

Pembroke Road and Washington Street. He requested support for staff

to install a traffic trailer to see if the area warrants the installation.

Mayor Levy and Commissioner Gruber supported the request.

25.

Vice Mayor Callari, District 3

Tallahassee Trip

Vice Mayor Callari thanked Alison Saffold, Civic Affairs Administrator,

Lauren Ballard, Administrative Assistant II, Tymira Mack, Grants

Administrator, and Henry Lumpkins, Police Officer, and the Youth

Ambassadors who were on the legislative trip to Tallahassee.

She

stated she was thankful for the opportunity to guide our youths in

becoming public servants.

26.

Commissioner Gruber, District 4

Tallahassee Trip

Commissioner Gruber thanked staff for a productive legislative trip to

Tallahassee.

Playland Estate

Commissioner Gruber stated he attended the recent Playland Estate

Civic Association meeting where they asked for an update regarding

traffic calming and speedhumps.

Pedestrian Soler Lights

Commissioner Gruber thanked Joseph Kroll, Director of Public Works,

for the pedestrian solar lights that were installed in District 4.

Splashpad

Commissioner Gruber announced the splashpad will be opening soon

and he is looking forward to coordinating the kid’s day Grand Opening

with an ice cream truck.

27.

Commissioner Biederman, District 5

68th Avenue and Charleston Street

Commissioner Biederman stated east of 68th Avenue and Charleston

Street is very dark. He requested streetlights be added or trees be

trimmed.

Commercial Vehicle Ordinance

Commissioner

Biederman

thanked

everyone

for

passing

the

Commercial Vehicle Ordinance on behalf of hardworking residents who

take home vehicles.

Septic to Sewer Conversion

Commissioner Biederman stated it is important that residents tune in to

the Septic to Sewer workshop. He stated residents need to be aware of

everything that will be included.

Western Concert Series

Commissioner Biederman thanked the Department of Parks, Recreation

and Cultural Arts for the free West Concert Series. He invited everyone

to attend as the Miami and Company concert will be on February 21,

2026, from 7:30 PM to 9:00 PM. He stated there will be plenty of free

parking available.

Weather

Commissioner Biederman stated everyone should stay warm.

28.

Mayor Levy

Johnson Street Lighting

Mayor Levy stated he was happy about the progress made on the

Johnson Street lighting project.

Benefit Concert

Mayor Levy announced the Hurricane Mellissa relief Benefit Concert,

sponsored by the Rhythm Foundation, Broward Cultural Division and Hot

105. He stated the concert will take place on Sunday, February 8, 2026,

at the ArtsPark beginning at 3:00 PM. The tickets can be purchased at

hollywoodartsparkexperience.com.

Ignite Broward

Mayor Levy announced the Ignite Broward Series Event is in Downtown

Hollywood at the Young Circle for a 10-day event. He stated it begins on

February 13, 2026, with a selection of different events including light, art

shows, and concerts.

29.

City Attorney

Update on Properties.

Damaris Henlon, City Attorney, stated Kendra Breeden, Assistant City

Attorney, will give updates on various properties.

824 and 826 North Dixie

Kendra Breeden, Assistant City Attorney, provided a property update for

824 and 826 North Dixie Hwy. She stated the City was working on an

agreement with the property owner for 824 and 826 North Dixie Highway

after a foreclosure. Kendra Breeden, Assistant City Attorney, stated the

owner’s filed bankruptcy and declined the offer, and the City moved to

dismiss the bankruptcy. She stated the foreclosure was appealed by the

plaintiff multiple times and the City is currently in mediation which has

been unsuccessful to date.

Kendra Breeden, Assistant City Attorney, stated the City can go back to

circuit court and move forward with the disclosure once a decision on the

second appeal is successful.

1708 Dixie Highway

Kendra Breeden, Assistant City Attorney, stated this is a foreclosed

property. There was a motion for extension filed by the plaintiff’s attorney.

She stated a hearing with the court has been scheduled for February 10,

2026, and the plaintiff will be given a date to file an answer. Kendra

Breeden, Assistant City Attorney, stated the City will move forward with

the lawsuit if no response is received by the deadline.

Discussion ensued among City Attorney staff and members of the

Commission regarding levied fees and noncompliance.

Commissioner Hernandez questioned if the 824 and 826 North Dixie

properties were eligible for fine forgiveness and stated the program has

been extended until June 30, 2026.

Kendra Breeden, Assistant City Attorney, stated they were not eligible as

one cannot be in active litigation with the City.

30.

City Manager

Broward MPO

George R. Keller Jr., City Manager, announced the Broward MPO will be

holding

live, in-person meeting regarding the A1A infrastructure

improvement, jointly with the City of Hollywood and City of Hallandale

Beach. He stated the meeting will be held at Hollywood Beach Culture

and Community Center on Thursday, February 5, 2026, at 6:00 PM.

Majesty of Rock ArtsPark Concert

George R. Keller Jr., City Manager, announced the Majesty of Rock

ArtsPark Concert will take place on February 7, 2026, at 7:00 PM, and

the band is one of the most sought after Journey and Styx tribute bands in

the Country.

Burning Spear and Friends

George R. Keller Jr., City Manager, announced Burning Spear and

Friends will take place on Sunday, February 8, 2026, from 3:00 PM to

8:30 PM at the ArtsPark. He stated all net proceeds from ticket sales and

donations will support on the ground relief efforts in Jamaica for those

affected by Hurricane Melissa.

Ignite Broward

George R. Keller Jr., City Manager, announced the Ignite Broward series

will be in Downtown Hollywood at the Young Circle for 10 days. He stated

it begins on February 13, 2026.

Fiscal Kickoff Meeting

George R. Keller Jr., City Manager, announced the Fiscal Kickoff

meeting on February 23, 2026, at 9:00 AM on the 2nd floor meeting

room of the Development Services hub. He stated that it is one of the

most important meetings that are held, along with the budget meetings

and public workshops.

Vice Mayor Callari left the meeting at 2:12 PM and returned at 2:13 PM.

Introduction of New Staff

George R. Keller Jr., City Manager, stated staff will introduce two new

hires.

Adam Reichbach, Assistant City Manager, introduced Duncan Brown,

the new Director of Budget and Performance Management.

Duncan Brown introduced himself and responded to questions raised by

the Commission.

Chris O'Brien, Director of Public Safety, introduced Veronica Perez, the

new Emergency Management Director.

Commissioner Shuham stated that around May, the Pacific Associations

would welcome a presentation on the latest ideas for best protecting

residents in storms.

Veronica Perez, Emergency Management Director, stated community

outreach is a good way to interact with the residents and push the

Emergency Management Mission forward while educating and preparing

the community.

Cold Weather Activation

Gorge R. Keller, Jr., City Manager, introduced Ryon Coote, Community

Development Manager, who explained the Cold Weather Activation

procedure. He stated Broward County spearheaded this initiative and

commended their coordination efforts. Ryon Coote, Community

Development Manager, provided statistical information regarding the

number of unsheltered residents that were moved and sheltered.

Happy Valentine’s Day

George R. Keller, Jr., City Manager, wished everyone

Valentine’s Day.

Happy

The Commission recessed at 2:27 PM and reconvened at 5:02 PM with

all members of the Commission present.

CITIZENS’ COMMENTS

21.

The following individuals expressed personal opinions/concerns:

1. Myra Weaver, 1708 N 40 Avenue