Coral Springs City Commission Regular Meeting

CITY OF CORAL SPRINGS, FLORIDA CORAL SPRINGS CITY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING SUMMARY Wednesday, December 18, 2024 Commission Chambers, City Hall 6:30 PM 9500 West Sample Road Coral Springs, FL 33065 Call to Order Mayor Brook called the meeting to order at 6:38 p.m. Roll Call Mayor Scott Brook Vice Mayor Nancy Metayer Bowen Commissioner Shawn Cerra Commissioner Joshua Simmons (arrived at 6:41 p.m.) Commissioner Joseph McHugh Also in attendance: City Manager Frank Babinec Deputy City Manager Catherine Givens City Attorney John Hearn City Clerk Georgia Elliott Moment of Silence Pledge of Allegiance Mia Michaud, Maplewood Elementary, 5th Grade Richard Michaud, Maplewood Elementary, 3rd Grade Lily Bradford, Westglades Middle, 8th Grade (absent) Recognitions/Proclamations/Presentations 1. Recognition, Harold Alcalde, Fire Inspectors' Association of Broward County "Fire Marshal of the Year" The City Commission recognized Division Chief Harold Alcalde for his selection as "Fire Marshal of the Year" by the Fire Inspectors' Association of Broward County. Public Comment • Joy Carter congratulated City Manager Babinec on his retirement. • Walter Francisco discussed noise complaints in his neighborhood. • Daniel Alvarez discussed noise complaints in his neighborhood. • Raisa Deych discussed noise complaints in his neighborhood. • Robert Weiner discussed a traffic concern. • Cindy Benavides ceded her time to Jonnatton Gonzalez. • Jonnatton Gonzalez shared concerns relating to Ramblewood East Condominiums and experiences with the Police Department.  • Itza Diaz shared concerns relating to Ramblewood East Condominiums. • Joyce Medina shared concerns relating to Ramblewood East Condominiums. • Elena Collado and Boaz Derisse shared concerns relating to Ramblewood East Condominiums. • Robert Fogel discussed a proposed public art project, Item 3, and Item 8. • Anonymous male speaker shared thoughts about City Manager Babinec. • Laurie Thomas expressed gratitude for the support for the Springs Soccer Club and provided the Commission with a Springs Holiday Cup medal. • Bill Fisher expressed gratitude for the support for the Springs Soccer Club. Public Hearings/Special Meeting Announcements: None. Consent Motion: To approve Consent items 2 and 3. Result: Passed 5 - 0 (Unanimously) Mover: Vice Mayor Bowen Seconder: Commissioner Simmons 2. Minutes Approval (Georgia Elliott) Request to approve the City Commission meeting summary of December 4, 2024, Regular Meeting. 3. Group Insurance Brokerage Services (Kathy Reul) Request to renew contract #22-A-248LOI for Group Insurance Brokerage Services to RSC Insurance Brokerage Inc., of Boston, Massachusetts beginning January 1, 2025, through December 31, 2026 with the option to renew for one (1) additional two (2) year term; and to authorize the Purchasing Manager to execute and approve the final renewal. The annual expenditure for these services will be $132,000. Funding Source: Approved Operating Budget Strategic Goal: An Innovative, High Performing, and Sustainable Organization (REQUEST TO RENEW, AUTHORIZE) Policy Formation and Direction 4. Ordinance 2024-118, Second Reading, Aggregate Travel Budget (Dale Pazdra) Request to approve and adopt on second reading Ordinance 2024-118, creating new Section 2-2.1.1 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Coral Springs entitled “Aggregate Travel Budget”; providing for conflicts; providing for severability; providing for codification; and providing for an effective date. First reading held on December 4, 2024. Funding Source: Approved Operating Budget. Strategic Goal: An Innovative, High-Performing, and Sustainable Organization. (REQUEST TO APPROVE, ADOPT) City Attorney Hearn read the item into the record. Motion: To approve and adopt Ordinance 2024-118 on second reading. Result: Passed 5 - 0 (Unanimously) Mover: Commissioner Simmons Seconder: Commissioner Cerra 5. Ordinance 2024-119, Second Reading, Monument Signs for Corner Lots (LDA24-0004) (Tina Jou) Request to approve and adopt on second reading of Ordinance 2024-119, amending Section 1808 of the Land Development Code of the City of Coral Springs, entitled “Basic Monument Sign Design Schedule” and Section 1810 of the Land Development Code of the City of Coral Springs, entitled “Service Station Pump Signs,” to provide certain allowances for corner lots; providing for conflicts; providing for severability; providing for codification; providing for an effective date. First reading held on December 4, 2024. (LDA24-0004) Funding Source: Not Applicable. Strategic Goal: An Attractive Community. (REQUEST TO HOLD PUBLIC HEARING, APPROVE, SET SECOND READING) Motion: To approve and adopt Ordinance 2024-119 on second reading. Result: Passed 5 - 0 (Unanimously) Mover: Commissioner McHugh Seconder: Commissioner Simmons 6. Ordinance 2024-121, Second Reading, IRD Fleet Storage (LDA24-0003) (Tina Jou) Request to approve and adopt on second reading of Ordinance 2024-121, amending Chapter 25, Article VI, Section 250646 of the Land Development Code of the City of Coral Springs to provide regulations concerning fleet storage; providing for conflicts; providing for severability; providing for codification; providing for an effective date. First reading held on December 4, 2024. (LDA24-0003) Funding Source: Not Applicable. Strategic Goal: An Attractive Community and A Thriving, Resilient Business Community. (REQUEST TO HOLD PUBLIC HEARING, APPROVE, SET SECOND READING) Motion: To approve and adopt Ordinance 2024-121 on second reading. Result: Passed 5 - 0 (Unanimously) Mover: Commissioner Simmons Seconder: Vice Mayor Bowen 7. Interlocal Agreement, City of Parkland for Community Risk Reduction, EMS and Fire Protection Services (Chief John Whalen) Request to approve Interlocal Agreement between the City of Coral Springs and the City of Parkland for the delivery of Community Risk Reduction, Emergency Medical and Fire Protection Services by the City of Coral Springs. Funding Source: Approved Operating Budget Strategic Goal: An Innovative, High-Performing and Sustainable Organization. (REQUEST TO APPROVE) This item was pulled from the agenda. 8. Medical/RX Stop Loss Insurance (Kathy Reul) Request to waive the competitive procurement process consistent with Section 2-305.1(7) of the City’s Procurement Code and award the Medical/RX Stop Loss Insurance Policy with Connecticut General Life Insurance Company (parent company of CIGNA Health and Life Insurance Company) of Bloomfield, Connecticut for Medical/RX Stop Loss Insurance from January 1, 2025, through December 31, 2025, with two (2) additional one (1) year renewals. The estimated annual cost is $1,401,825 for Specific and $130,828 for Aggregate Insurance coverages for a total of $1,532,653. Funding Source: Approved Operating Budget. Strategic Goal: An Innovative, High-Performing and Sustainable Organization.  (REQUEST TO WAIVE, AWARD) Director Kathy Reul explained the item. Motion: To waive the competitive procurement process and award the contract. Result: Passed 5 - 0 (Unanimously) Mover: Vice Mayor Bowen Seconder: Commissioner Simmons 9. Comprehensive Health Benefits Program (Kathy Reul) (A) Request to renew RFP #19-D-057 to Evernorth Care Solutions of Bloomington, Minnesota for EAP Services from January 1, 2025 through December 31, 2026. The estimated yearly expenditure is $38,336; and (B) Request to renew RFP #19-D-057 to Humana Insurance Company of Louisville, Kentucky for Vision Services from January 1, 2025 through December 31, 2026 at an estimated yearly expenditure of $95,552; and (C) Request to renew RFP #19-D-057 to CIGNA Health and Life Insurance Company of Bloomfield, Connecticut for Administrative Services from January 1, 2025 through December 31, 2026.The estimated yearly expenditure is $469,368; and (D) Request to renew RFP #19-D-057 to CIGNA Dental Health Inc. of Sunrise, Florida for Dental Services from January 1, 2025 through December 31, 2026. The estimated yearly expenditure is $75,985. Funding Source: Approved Operating Budget. Strategic Goal: An Innovative, High-Performing and Sustainable Organization. (REQUEST TO RENEW) Director Kathy Reul explained the item and fielded questions from the Commission. Motion: To renew the contracts. Result: Passed 5 - 0 (Unanimously) Mover: Commissioner Simmons Seconder: Commissioner Cerra 10. One Solution Software (Stephen Dyer) Request to approve the Twenty-Fifth Amendment to the Agreement #13-D-039 for Third Party License Fees, Professional Services, Installation, and Configuration, Technical, Consulting Services, Training, and Project Management Services from Superion LLC of Lake Mary, Florida to include additional training of $1,560 and for the annual maintenance fee increase from $453,220 to $470,712 that will not exceed an annual increase of 5% going forward for a total current agreement value of $1,628,691.87; and to authorize the Purchasing Manager to approve amendments that are within the designated procurement authority up to $75,000. Funding Source: Approved Operating Budget. Strategic Goal: Innovative, High-Performing and Sustainable Organization. (REQUEST TO APPROVE, AUTHORIZE) Director Stephen Dyer explained the item. Motion: To approve the amendment. Result: Passed 5 - 0 (Unanimously) Mover: Vice Mayor Bowen Seconder: Commissioner McHugh  11. Purchase and Installation of Pool Liner for Aquatic Complex Teaching Pool (Robert Hunter) (A) Request to award purchase of Pool Lining Material from Myrtha Pools USA, Inc., of Sarasota, Florida on a sole source basis in the amount of $91,963; and (B) Request to award contract 25-B-067NC for the Resurfacing of the Teaching Pool at the Aquatic Complex to Myrtha Contracting USA, Inc., of Sarasota, Florida as an exemption to the competitive procurement requirement under Procurement Code, Section 2- 305.1(4)(i); and (C) Request to authorize the Purchasing Manager to approve change orders that are within the designated procurement authority up to $75,000. Funding Source: Approved Capital Budget. Strategic Goal: An Active, Healthy Community. (REQUEST TO AWARD, AUTHORIZE) This item was pulled from the agenda. Commission Communications • The commissioners announced office hours and provided contact information. • The commissioners wished everyone happy holidays and shared words of encouragement to those struggling mentally during the holiday season. • Past and upcoming events were highlighted. • The Habitat for Humanity program was discussed. • The Springs Soccer Club was congratulated on its fourth annual Holiday Cup. • Cindy Brief was thanked for her work at the Coral Springs Coconut Creek Chamber of Commerce and Charinus Johnson-Davis was congratulated on her new role. • Mayor Brook discussed combating antisemitism and announced that a Community Conversation to Combat Hate and Prejudice will be held in February. City Manager's Communication City Manager Babinec recognized staff and volunteers for their work on the holiday events. City Attorney's Communication At Mayor Brook’s request, City Attorney Hearn addressed the allegations raised during Public Comment against the Police Department and discussed the concerns related to Ramblewood East, reiterating that the city will get involved when it is within the city’s regulatory jurisdiction. Mr. Hearn noted that the individual making the allegations was given an opportunity and asked to file a complaint so that it could be investigated, and he has refused to do so. To the extent that there is criminal involvement the city will file charges with the State Attorney’s Office. To the extent that civil liens exist, there is nothing that the City Commission can do because it is outside their jurisdiction. To the extent that there’s violations of the homeowners association (HOA), or any contracts or agreements, those are civil matters and private civil attorneys are best equipped to handle those matters. He congratulated Deputy City Attorney Andrew Dunkiel on the birth of his daughter and reported that the city had recovered approximately $259,000 in code liens this year. City Manager Retirement Recognition A video produced by the Communications and Marketing Department recognizing City Manager Babinec was presented. Theresa Brier, District Director for Congressman Jared Moskowitz, shared a special presentation of a congressional record for City Manager Babinec and noted that a flag was flown over the Capitol in his honor. A video message from Congressman Moskowitz was presented. Representative Dan Daley presented a tribute to City Manager Babinec’s career and accomplishments from the Florida House of Representatives. Representative Christine Hunschofsky presented a tribute to City Manager Babinec’s career and accomplishments from herself and Senator Tina Polsky. Adam Reichbach, incoming president of the Broward County City Managers' Association, presented City Manager Babinec with a sculpture. Kevin Kelleher, Assistant County Administrator, shared appreciation for City Manager Babinec and his service to the community on behalf of Broward County. A video message from the City Commission of the City of Parkland was presented. Members of the Commission, Deputy City Manager Givens, City Attorney Hearn, and city staff recognized and shared their appreciation for City Manager Babinec and his service to the community. City Manager Babinec was presented with a Key to the City, a brick from the old City Hall, a mantle crystal with a picture of City Hall, a plaque from the Police and Fire Departments, and city flags honoring him and recognizing his contributions to the city. Public comment was opened. Robert Fogel, Cindy Brief, Robby Holroyd, Alana Scheuerer, Rita Weaver, Michael McNally, Curt Tiefenbrun, Joe Morera, Roy Gold, Erdal Donmez, and Pastor Andy Fernandez shared appreciation for City Manager Babinec and his service to the community. Public comment closed. City Manager Babinec reflected on his years of service and shared his appreciation for the support. Adjournment There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:23 p.m. /s/ Georgia Elliott ____________________________ Georgia Elliott, CMC City Clerk These minutes are a permanent public record of the City of Coral Springs maintained in the Office of the City Clerk.