Coral Springs City Commission Regular Meeting
Regular MeetingCoral Springs, FL · February 20, 2025
Minutes
CITY OF CORAL SPRINGS, FLORIDA
CORAL SPRINGS CITY COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
SUMMARY
Wednesday, February 5, 2025 Commission Chambers, City Hall
9:00 AM 9500 West Sample Road
Coral Springs, FL 33065
Call to Order
Commissioner Joshua Simmons called the meeting to order at 9:20 a.m.
Roll Call
Mayor Scott Brook (Attended via Zoom)
Vice Mayor Nancy Metayer Bowen (Not present)
Commissioner Shawn Cerra
Commissioner Joshua Simmons
Commissioner Joseph McHugh
Also in attendance:
City Manager Catherine Givens
Deputy City Attorney Andrew Dunkiel
City Clerk Georgia Elliott
Moment of Silence
Pledge of Allegiance
Recognitions/Proclamations/Presentations
1. Presentation, Coral Springs Community Chest
Janice Zaitz and Gillian Johnson presented updates on Board membership and various
donations made by the Coral Springs Community Chest to various non-profit organizations
and residents in need within the city. Discussion ensued.
2. Proclamation, Black History Month (Commissioner Simmons)
The City Commission proclaimed February 2025 as “Black History Month” in the City of Coral
Springs in recognition of the extraordinary contributions that African Americans have made to
our community and nation.
3. Recognition, 2025 Martin Luther King Jr. Committee Members (Commissioner
Simmons)
The City Commission recognized the members of the 2025 Martin Luther King Jr. Committee
for their outstanding efforts and dedication in making all the 34th Celebration events so
successful.
4. Recognition of Retired Volunteers, Pedro Sanchez and Vincent "Vinny" Desiderio (Brad
Mock)
The City Commission recognized Pedro Sanchez and Vincent "Vinny" Desiderio for their
decades of volunteerism for the Coral Springs Police Department.
5. Proclamation, American Heart Month (John Whalen)
The City Commission proclaimed February 2025 as "American Heart Month" in the City of
Coral Springs and encouraged the community to learn lifesaving CPR techniques by signing
up for classes offered by the Coral Springs Regional Institute of Public Safety at a reduced
price during February.
6. Proclamation, National Donor Day (Robert Hunter)
The City Commission proclaimed February 14, 2025 as "National Donor Day" in the City of
Coral Springs.
Public Comment
• Wayne Labush shared concerns relating to a playground awning in Eagle Trace.
• Regional Manager Lucdwin Luck discussed the services provided by the Florida Department of
Financial Services.
• Jonnatton Gonzalez shared concerns relating to the Ramblewood East Community.
• Elena Collado shared concerns relating to the Ramblewood East Community.
• Itza Diaz shared concerns relating to the Ramblewood East Community.
• Joyce Medina shared concerns relating to the Ramblewood East Community.
• Ryan Edmundson shared concerns relating to the Ramblewood East Community.
• Corey Shearer thanked the city for hosting the Florida Muslim Conference.
• Commissioner Simmons advised Ramblewood East residents to submit complaints to the
Department of Business and Professional Regulation and to email him their complaints.
Public Hearings/Special Meeting Announcements: None.
Consent
Motion: To approve Consent items 7, 8, 10, 11, and 12.
Result: Passed 4 - 0 (Unanimously)
Mover: Commissioner Cerra
Seconder: Mayor Brook
7. Minutes Approval (Georgia Elliott)
Request to approve the City Commission meeting summaries of January 15, 2025 Regular
Meeting and January 22, 2025 Retreat.
(REQUEST TO APPROVE)
8. Fence, Chain Link and Picket (Robert Hunter)
Request to approve the increase in the estimated annual expenditure amount from $225,000
to $400,000 for Fence, Chain Link and Picket, through the City of Fort Lauderdale, Florida,
Contract No. 12690-022 with Tropic Fence, Inc. of Pompano Beach, Florida and Gomez &
Son Fence Corp. of Miami, Florida from February 5, 2025 through September 5, 2025.
Funding Source: Approved Capital and Approved Operating Budget.
Strategic Goal: An Innovative, High-Performing and Sustainable Organization.
(REQUEST TO APPROVE)
9. Recreational Court Resurfacing (Robert Hunter)
Request to award agreement 25-G-108M for Recreational Court Resurfacing via the Martin
County, Florida, Bid No. RFB2023-3466, to Sport Surfaces LLC of West Palm Beach, Florida
from date of award through February 20, 2026, with an option to renew for two (2) additional
one (1) year terms for a potential cumulative total of three years; and to authorize the
Purchasing Manager to execute and approve all renewals. The estimated annual expenditure
is $200,000.
Funding Source: Approved Capital and Approved Operating Budget.
Strategic Goal: An Innovative, High-Performing and Sustainable Organization.
(REQUEST TO AWARD, AUTHORIZE)
This item was pulled from Consent Agenda. Director Robert Hunter explained the item.
Discussion ensued.
Motion: To award the agreement.
Result: Passed 4 - 0 (Unanimously)
Mover: Commissioner Cerra
Seconder: Commissioner McHugh
10. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Advance Cleaning, Inspection and Repair
Services (John Whalen)
Request to award agreement 25-B-116M for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Advance
Cleaning, Inspection and Repair Services, via the city of North Port, Florida RFQ 2025-05, to
Fire-Dex GW, LLC d/b/a Gear Wash of Medina, Ohio. The contract period is from the date
of award through November 6, 2027, with the option to renew for two (2) additional one (1)
year periods for a potential cumulative total of five (5) years; and to authorize the Purchasing
Manager to execute and approve all renewals. The estimated yearly expenditure is $100,000.
Funding Source: Approved Operating Budget.
Strategic Goal: An Innovative, High-Performing and Sustainable Organization.
(REQUEST TO AWARD, AUTHORIZE)
11. Multi-Function Devices, Copiers and Related Software and Services (Kim Moskowitz)
Request to award National Association of State Procurement Officers (NASPO) Master
Agreement #187962 for Multi-Function Devices, Copiers and Related Software and Services
to Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A., Inc. of Ramsey, NJ from February 5, 2025,
through July 31, 2026, with the option to renew for three (3) additional one (1) year terms
should NASPO choose to extend the contract; and to authorize the Purchasing Manager to
execute and approve all renewals. The estimated annual expenditure is $200,000.
Funding Source: Approved Operating Budget.
Strategic Goal: An Innovative, High-Performing and Sustainable Organization.
(REQUEST TO AWARD, AUTHORIZE)
12. Site Leasing at Cypress Park (Tina Jou)
Request to approve the Contract for Site Leasing with Cellco Partnership dba Verizon
Wireless of Basking Ridge, New Jersey from February 5, 2025 through February 4, 2030 with
five (5) five-year renewal terms for a total of thirty (30) years with an annual rent of $13,600
with a 3% yearly escalator; and to authorize the Purchasing Manager to execute and approve
all renewals.
Funding Source: Not Applicable.
Strategic Goal: An Innovative, High-Performing and Sustainable Organization.
(REQUEST TO AWARD, AUTHORIZE)
Policy Formation and Direction
13. 2025 Legislative Action Plan (Ileana Kyriakides)
Request to approve the City’s Legislative Agenda for the 2025 Florida Legislative Session.
Funding Source: Not Applicable.
Strategic Goal: An Innovative, High-Performing and Sustainable Organization.
(REQUEST TO APPROVE)
Director Ileana Kyriakides explained the item.
Motion: To approve the City’s Legislative Agenda for the 2025 Florida Legislative Session.
Result: Passed 4 - 0 (Unanimously)
Mover: Commissioner McHugh
Seconder: Mayor Brook
14. FY2025-26 Federal Action Plan (Ileana Kyriakides)
Request to approve the City’s Federal Action Plan.
Funding Source: Not Applicable.
Strategic Goal: An Innovative, High-Performing and Sustainable Organization.
(REQUEST TO APPROVE)
Director Ileana Kyriakides explained the item.
Motion: To approve the City’s Federal Action Plan.
Result: Passed 4 - 0 (Unanimously)
Mover: Commissioner McHugh
Seconder: Commissioner Cerra
15. Various Equipment and Amenities for Parks and Recreation (Robert Hunter)
Request to award the contract for Various Equipment and Amenities for Parks and Recreation
through the Clay County, Florida, Bid No. 23/24-074, to Industrial Shadeports, Inc. of Fort
Lauderdale, Florida, Musco Sports Lighting, LLC of Oskaloosa, Iowa, Playcore Wisconsin,
Inc. d/b/a Gametime of Chattanooga, Tennessee, Playmore West, Inc. of Fort Myers,
Florida, R.C.P Shelters, Incorporated of Stuart, Florida, Regal Contractors, Inc. of West
Palm Beach, Florida, and Topline Recreation Inc. of Deltona, Florida from February 5, 2025
through July 23, 2027 with an option to renew for two (2) additional one (1) year terms for a
potential cumulative total of four years. The estimated annual expenditure is $750,000.
Funding Source: Approved Capital and Approved Operating Budget.
Strategic Goal: An Innovative, High-Performing and Sustainable Organization.
(REQUEST TO AWARD)
Deputy City Manager Dale Pazdra explained the item.
Motion: To approve the contracts.
Result: Passed 4 - 0 (Unanimously)
Mover: Commissioner Cerra
Seconder: Commissioner McHugh
16. Appointment, Community Involved Government Committee (Michael McNally)
Request to consider appointment of Maria Hernandez to the Community Involved Government
Committee.
(REQUEST TO APPOINT)
Motion: To appoint Maria Hernandez to the Community Involved Government Committee.
Result: Passed 4 - 0 (Unanimously)
Mover: Mayor Brook
Seconder: Commissioner Cerra
17. Reappointment, Financial Advisory Committee (Kim Moskowitz)
Request to consider reappointment of Frank DiPaolo to the Financial Advisory Committee.
(REQUEST TO REAPPOINT)
Director Kim Moskowitz explained the item.
Motion: To reappoint Frank DiPaolo to the Financial Advisory Committee.
Result: Passed 4 - 0 (Unanimously)
Mover: Mayor Brook
Seconder: Commissioner Cerra
18. Reappointment, Unsafe Structures Board (Alexander Hernandez)
Request to consider reappointment of Robert Messing to the Electrical Contractor Seat of the
Unsafe Structures Board.
(REQUEST TO REAPPOINT)
Director Alexander Hernandez explained the item.
Motion: To reappoint Robert Messing to the Electrical Contractor Seat of the Unsafe
Structures Board.
Result: Passed 4 - 0 (Unanimously)
Mover: Commissioner Cerra
Seconder: Mayor Brook
Commission Communications
• The commissioners announced office hours and provided contact information.
• Past and upcoming events were highlighted.
• The commissioners provided updates on their work in Tallahassee for the upcoming legislative
session.
• There was a request to hold a moment of silence at the next Commission meeting in honor of
Muslim community leader Aga Khan.
• Thoughts were shared relating to Black history.
City Manager's Communication
City Manager Givens acknowledged the Coral Springs Community Chest’s work. Deputy Police Chief
Ryan Gallagher provided an update on the Ramblewood East investigations. City Manager Givens
acknowledged the Commission’s work in Tallahassee; reported on ARPA projects; advised residents
experiencing issues relating to AT&T and Comcast fiber utility upgrades to call Phil Vecchio at
954-592-7074; and announced upcoming events.
City Attorney's Communication
19. Interlocal Agreement between Parkland and Coral Springs, De-Annexation of 8.5 Acres
Deputy City Attorney Dunkiel explained the item.
Motion: To approve the interlocal agreement.
Result: Passed 4 - 0 (Unanimously)
Mover: Mayor Brook
Seconder: Commissioner Cerra
Mr. Dunkiel noted that residents with issues with their HOAs or condo associations need to
seek out private legal counsel to enforce their private contractual rights; file a complaint with
the Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) if their statutory rights are
being affected; or file a complaint with the police department if they believe that they are being
criminally aggrieved.
Adjournment
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 11:08 a.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.
Agenda
CITY OF CORAL SPRINGS, FLORIDA
CORAL SPRINGS CITY COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
AGENDA
Wednesday, February 5, 2025 Commission Chambers, City Hall
9:00 AM 9500 West Sample Road
Coral Springs, FL 33065
Call to Order
Roll Call
Moment of Silence
Pledge of Allegiance
Recognitions/Proclamations/Presentations
1. Presentation, Coral Springs Community Chest
2. Proclamation, Black History Month (Commissioner Simmons)
Request that the City Commission proclaim February 2025 as “Black History Month” in the
City of Coral Springs in recognition of the extraordinary contributions that African Americans
have made to our community and nation.
3. Recognition, 2025 Martin Luther King Jr. Committee Members (Commissioner
Simmons)
Request that the City Commission recognize the members of the 2025 Martin Luther King Jr.
Committee for their outstanding efforts and dedication in making all the 35th Celebration
events so successful.
4. Recognition of Retired Volunteers, Pedro Sanchez and Vincent "Vinny" Desiderio (Brad
Mock)
Request that the City Commission recognize Pedro Sanchez and Vincent "Vinny" Desiderio
for their decades of volunteerism for the Coral Springs Police Department.
5. Proclamation, American Heart Month (John Whalen)
Request that the City Commission proclaim February 2025 as "American Heart Month" in the
City of Coral Springs and encourage the community to learn lifesaving CPR techniques by
signing up for classes, offered by the Coral Springs Regional Institute of Public Safety at a
reduced price during February.
6. Proclamation, National Donor Day (Robert Hunter)
Request that the City Commission proclaim February 14, 2025 as "National Donor Day" in the
City of Coral Springs.
Public Comment
Public Hearings/Special Meeting Announcements: None.
Consent
7. Minutes Approval (Georgia Elliott)
Request to approve the City Commission meeting summaries of January 15, 2025 Regular
Meeting and January 22, 2025 Retreat.
(REQUEST TO APPROVE)
8. Fence, Chain Link and Picket (Robert Hunter)
Request to approve the increase in the estimated annual expenditure amount from $225,000
to $400,000 for Fence, Chain Link and Picket, through the City of Fort Lauderdale, Florida,
Contract No. 12690-022 with Tropic Fence, Inc. of Pompano Beach, Florida and Gomez &
Son Fence Corp. of Miami, Florida from February 5, 2025 through September 5, 2025.
Funding Source: Approved Capital and Approved Operating Budget.
Strategic Goal: An Innovative, High-Performing and Sustainable Organization.
(REQUEST TO APPROVE)
9. Recreational Court Resurfacing (Robert Hunter)
Request to award agreement 25-G-108M for Recreational Court Resurfacing via the Martin
County, Florida, Bid No. RFB2023-3466, to Sport Surfaces LLC of West Palm Beach, Florida
from date of award through February 20, 2026, with an option to renew for two (2) additional
one (1) year terms for a potential cumulative total of three years; and to authorize the
Purchasing Manager to execute and approve all renewals. The estimated annual expenditure
is $200,000.
Funding Source: Approved Capital and Approved Operating Budget.
Strategic Goal: An Innovative, High-Performing and Sustainable Organization.
(REQUEST TO AWARD, AUTHORIZE)
10. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Advance Cleaning, Inspection and Repair
Services (John Whalen)
Request to award agreement 25-B-116M for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Advance
Cleaning, Inspection and Repair Services, via the city of North Port, Florida RFQ 2025-05, to
Fire-Dex GW, LLC d/b/a Gear Wash of Medina, Ohio. The contract period is from the date
of award through November 6, 2027, with the option to renew for two (2) additional one (1)
year periods for a potential cumulative total of five (5) years; and to authorize the Purchasing
Manager to execute and approve all renewals. The estimated yearly expenditure is $100,000.
Funding Source: Approved Operating Budget.
Strategic Goal: An Innovative, High-Performing and Sustainable Organization.
(REQUEST TO AWARD, AUTHORIZE)
11. Multi-Function Devices, Copiers and Related Software and Services (Kim Moskowitz)
Request to award National Association of State Procurement Officers (NASPO) Master
Agreement #187962 for Multi-Function Devices, Copiers and Related Software and Services
to Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A., Inc. of Ramsey, NJ from February 5, 2025,
through July 31, 2026, with the option to renew for three (3) additional one (1) year terms
should NASPO choose to extend the contract; and to authorize the Purchasing Manager to
execute and approve all renewals. The estimated annual expenditure is $200,000.
Funding Source: Approved Operating Budget.
Strategic Goal: An Innovative, High-Performing and Sustainable Organization.
(REQUEST TO AWARD, AUTHORIZE)
12. Site Leasing at Cypress Park (Tina Jou)
Request to approve the Contract for Site Leasing with Cellco Partnership dba Verizon
Wireless of Basking Ridge, New Jersey from February 5, 2025 through February 4, 2030 with
five (5) five-year renewal terms for a total of thirty (30) years with an annual rent of $13,600
with a 3% yearly escalator; and to authorize the Purchasing Manager to execute and approve
all renewals.
Funding Source: Not Applicable.
Strategic Goal: An Innovative, High-Performing and Sustainable Organization.
(REQUEST TO AWARD, AUTHORIZE)
Policy Formation and Direction
13. 2025 Legislative Action Plan (Ileana Kyriakides)
Request to approve the City’s Legislative Agenda for the 2025 Florida Legislative Session.
Funding Source: Not Applicable.
Strategic Goal: An Innovative, High-Performing and Sustainable Organization.
(REQUEST TO APPROVE)
14. FY2025-26 Federal Action Plan (Ileana Kyriakides)
Request to approve the City’s Federal Action Plan.
Funding Source: Not Applicable.
Strategic Goal: An Innovative, High-Performing and Sustainable Organization.
(REQUEST TO APPROVE)
15. Various Equipment and Amenities for Parks and Recreation (Robert Hunter)
Request to award the contract for Various Equipment and Amenities for Parks and Recreation
through the Clay County, Florida, Bid No. 23/24-074, to Industrial Shadeports, Inc. of Fort
Lauderdale, Florida, Musco Sports Lighting, LLC of Oskaloosa, Iowa, Playcore Wisconsin,
Inc. d/b/a Gametime of Chattanooga, Tennessee, Playmore West, Inc. of Fort Myers,
Florida, R.C.P Shelters, Incorporated of Stuart, Florida, Regal Contractors, Inc. of West
Palm Beach, Florida, and Topline Recreation Inc. of Deltona, Florida from February 5, 2025
through July 23, 2027 with an option to renew for two (2) additional one (1) year terms for a
potential cumulative total of four years. The estimated annual expenditure is $750,000.
Funding Source: Approved Capital and Approved Operating Budget.
Strategic Goal: An Innovative, High-Performing and Sustainable Organization.
(REQUEST TO AWARD)
16. Appointment, Community Involved Government Committee (Michael McNally)
Request to consider appointment of Maria Hernandez to the Community Involved Government
Committee.
(REQUEST TO APPOINT)
17. Reappointment, Financial Advisory Committee (Kim Moskowitz)
Request to consider reappointment of Frank DiPaolo to the Financial Advisory Committee.
(REQUEST TO REAPPOINT)
18. Reappointment, Unsafe Structures Board (Alexander Hernandez)
Request to consider reappointment of Robert Messing to the Electrical Contractor Seat of the
Unsafe Structures Board.
(REQUEST TO REAPPOINT)
Commission Communications
City Manager's Communication
City Attorney's Communication
19. Interlocal Agreement between Parkland and Coral Springs, De-Annexation of 8.5 Acres
Adjournment
Next Regular Meeting: Wednesday, February 19, 2025, 6:30 PM.
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Public Comment (Coral Springs Municipal Code, Chapter 2, Article I, Sec. 2-2):
The City Commission of the City of Coral Springs, at each regularly scheduled meeting (first and third
Wednesdays), shall entertain public comment. Anyone desiring to address the City Commission must
submit a written request to the City Clerk. City Commission meetings are a limited public forum and
public comment is limited to matters pertinent to the City. Public comments will be held in the priority
order in which they are received. Each request shall succinctly detail the matter to be brought before the
City Commission; shall contain the address and phone number where the speaker can be reached if the
need arises; and shall be dated and signed.
Items on the agenda which are not designated as Public Hearings must be discussed during the public
comment period. Waiver of rules. By majority vote, the City Commission may invite public discussion on
any agenda item and thereby waive the proscriptions otherwise outlined in this section.
Decorum to be maintained. In every case where a speaker is recognized by the Mayor to discuss an
agenda item, speaker shall step to the podium, state their name and address for the benefit of the City
Clerk, and identify any group or organization speaker represents. Speaker shall then succinctly state
their position regarding the item before the City Commission. Order shall be maintained at each City
Commission meeting and the Mayor is hereby empowered to order from the room anyone who refuses
to comply with the rules and regulations outlined in this section. The Police Chief or his authorized agent
in attendance at the meeting shall carry out the order of the Mayor in this regard.