Coral Springs City Commission Regular Meeting

CITY OF CORAL SPRINGS, FLORIDA CORAL SPRINGS CITY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING SUMMARY Wednesday, April 16, 2025 Commission Chambers, City Hall 6:30 PM 9500 West Sample Road Coral Springs, Florida 33065 Call to Order Mayor Scott Brook called the meeting to order at 6:34 p.m. Roll Call Mayor Scott Brook Vice Mayor Nancy Metayer Bowen Commissioner Shawn Cerra Commissioner Joshua Simmons Commissioner Joseph McHugh Also in attendance: City Manager Catherine Givens City Attorney John Hearn City Clerk Georgia Elliott Moment of Silence Pledge of Allegiance Max Nwaobi, Riverside Elementary, 4th Grade Parker Nwaobi, Ramblewood Middle, 6th Grade Abigail Jara, Park Springs Elementary, 4th Grade Recognitions/Proclamations/Presentations 1. Recognition, Lynne Johnson Award for Outstanding Volunteerism (Michael McNally) The City Commission recognized this year's recipients of the Lynne Johnson Award for Outstanding Volunteerism. 2. Proclamation, National Animal Control Officer Appreciation Week (Brad Mock) Request that the City Commission proclaimed April 13-19, 2025 as “National Animal Control Officer Appreciation Week” in the City of Coral Springs. 3. Proclamation, National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week (Brad Mock) Request that the City Commission proclaimed April 13-19, 2025 as “National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week” in the City of Coral Springs. 4. Proclamation, National Day of Prayer (City Commission) Request that the City Commission proclaimed May 1, 2025 as the "37th Annual National Day of Prayer" in the City of Coral Springs.  5. Recognition, Coral Springs Youth Soccer Board of Directors (City Commission) The City Commission recognized the Coral Springs Youth Soccer Board of Directors. 6. Recognition, Panthers Warriors Hockey (City Commission) The City Commission recognized the Panthers Warriors Hockey. 7. Proclamation, Haitian Heritage Month (City Commission) Request that the City Commission proclaimed May 2025 as "Haitian Heritage Month" in the City of Coral Springs. 8. Recognition, Retiring Coral Springs Employee Gina Orlando (Kathy Reul) The City Commission recognized Gina Orlando for thirty-four (34) years of exemplary service with the City of Coral Springs. Public Comment • Andrea Vazquez proposed a review of Ordinance 2022-102. • James Jennings of Emerald Transportation commented on Item 20. • Joe Morera congratulated Gina Orlando and Police Chief Brad Mock and commented on Items 16, 18, and 28. • Curt Tiefenbrun discussed Mental Health Awareness Month. • Eric Goldman, attorney for Westway Towing, discussed Item 20. Public Hearings/Special Meeting Announcements 9. Ordinance 2025-107, First Reading, Automated External Defibrillators and Bleeding Control Kits (John Whalen) Request to hold public hearing and approve the first reading of Ordinance 2025-107, amending Section 7-201 of the Code of Ordinances, entitled “Automated external defibrillators (AED) and bleeding control kits (BCK)” to ensure consistency with building code; providing for conflict; providing for severability; providing for codification; and providing for an effective date; and to set a second reading for May 7, 2025. (REQUEST TO HOLD PUBLIC HEARING, APPROVE, SET SECOND READING) City Attorney Hearn read the item into the record. Fire Chief John Whalen explained the item. Public hearing was opened and there were no comments. Public hearing closed. Motion: To approve Ordinance 2025-107 on first reading and set second reading for May 7, 2025. Result: Passed 5 – 0 (Unanimously) Mover: Commissioner Cerra Seconder: Vice Mayor Metayer Bowen 10. Ordinance 2025-108, First Reading, Combustible Gas Systems (John Whalen) Request to hold public hearing and approve the first reading of Ordinance 2025-108, amending Section 7-204 of the Code of Ordinances entitled, “Combustible gas systems”, to provide currentness with operational practices; providing for conflicts; providing for severability; providing for codification; and providing for an effective date; and to set a second reading for May 7, 2025. (REQUEST TO HOLD PUBLIC HEARING, APPROVE, SET SECOND READING)  City Attorney Hearn read the item into the record. Fire Chief John Whalen explained the item. Public hearing was opened and there were no comments. Public hearing closed. Motion: To approve Ordinance 2025-108 on first reading and set second reading for May 7, 2025. Result: Passed 5 – 0 (Unanimously) Mover: Vice Mayor Metayer Bowen Seconder: Commissioner Cerra Mayor Brook stepped away from the dais at 8:17 p.m. Vice Mayor Metayer Bowen led the meeting. 11. Resolution 2025-009, Approving Petition AE25-0001 for the Abandonment of a Sidewalk Easement (John Norris) Request to hold public hearing to approve petition AE25-0001 from Broward Health for the abandonment of a 20 ft sidewalk easement to the City of Coral Springs on the property located at 3000 Coral Hills Drive, Coral Springs, lying in a portion of lot 7 Coral Springs Medical Park according to the plat thereof as recorded in plat book 109 of the Public Records of Broward County, Florida; and adopt Resolution 2025-009 approving petition. (REQUEST TO HOLD PUBLIC HEARING, APPROVE, ADOPT) City Attorney Hearn read the item into the record. Director John Norris explained the item. Public hearing was opened and there were no comments. Public hearing closed. Motion: To approve and adopt Resolution 2025-009. Result: Passed 4 – 0 (Unanimously) Mover: Commissioner Simmons Seconder: Commissioner Cerra 12. Resolution 2025-010, Approving Petition DE25-0001 for the Dedication of a Sidewalk Easement (John Norris) Request to hold public hearing to approve petition DE25-0001 from Broward Health for the dedication of a 20 ft. sidewalk easement to the City of Coral Springs on the property located at 3000 Coral Hills Drive, Coral Springs, lying in a portion of lot 7 Coral Springs Medical Park according to the plat thereof as recorded in plat book 109 of the Public Records of Broward County, Florida; and adopt Resolution 2025-010 approving petition. (REQUEST TO HOLD PUBLIC HEARING, APPROVE, ADOPT) City Attorney Hearn read the item into the record. Director John Norris explained the item. Public hearing was opened and there were no comments. Public hearing closed. Motion: To approve and adopt Resolution 2025-010. Result: Passed 4 – 0 (Unanimously) Mover: Commissioner Simmons Seconder: Commissioner Cerra Consent Motion: To approve Consent items 13, 14, 17, and 19. Result: Passed 4 – 0 (Unanimously) Mover: Commissioner Simmons Seconder: Commissioner Cerra 13. Minutes Approval (Georgia Elliott) Request to approve the City Commission meeting summary of April 2, 2025 Regular Meeting. (REQUEST TO APPROVE) 14. Neighborhood Partnership Agreement, Thunderbird Villas (NPP25-0001) (Tracey-Ann Anthony) Request to approve Neighborhood Partnership Agreement with The Thunderbird Club, Inc. (Thunderbird Villas) in the amount of $5,000; and to authorize the appropriate City officials to execute the approved agreement. (NPP25-0001) Funding Source: Approved Operating Budget. Strategic Goal: An Attractive Community. (REQUEST TO APPROVE, AUTHORIZE) 15. Amendment to Agreement with Turtle Run Community Development District (Robert Hunter) Request to approve the Amendment to Agreement with the Turtle Run Community Development District for the Contribution and Acceptance of Donation for the Turtle Run Park Playground Set. Funding Source: Not Applicable. Strategic Goal: A Family-Friendly Community. (REQUEST TO APPROVE) Director Robert Hunter explained the item. Mayor Brook returned to the dais at 8:23 p.m. Motion: To approve the amendment. Result: Passed 5 – 0 (Unanimously) Mover: Commissioner Simmons Seconder: Commissioner McHugh 16. Relining of the Teaching Pool at the Aquatic Complex (Robert Hunter) Request to award the Contract for ITB 25-B-114 for the Relining of the Teaching Pool to Oak Wells Aquatics, Inc. of Jacksonville, Florida in the amount of $189,500; and 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) Director Robert Hunter explained the item. Motion: To award the contract. Result: Passed 5 – 0 (Unanimously) Mover: Vice Mayor Metayer Bowen Seconder: Commissioner Simmons 17. Facility Optimization and Recreation Master Planning Services (Brad McKeone) Request to award contract for Phase Two of LOI #24-A-178, Facility Optimization and Recreation Master Planning Services to Sports Facilities Development, LLC of Clearwater, Florida in the amount of $135,000 for a new contract total of $290,500; and 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) 18. Fleet Management Software (John Norris) Request to award Contract No. 25-D-128M for Fleet Management Software utilizing the General Services Administration contract #47QTCA23D0054 to TT Faster, LLC d/b/a Faster Asset Solutions of Virginia Beach, Virginia from date of award through April 16, 2030 for an amount of $204,187 for initial year and $54,711 annual fee for the subsequent four (4) years for an amount not to exceed $430,000; and to authorize the Purchasing Manager to execute and approve all renewals within the designated procurement authority up to $75,000. Strategic Goal: An Innovative, High-Performing and Sustainable Organization Funding Source: Approved Capital and Approved Operating Budget (REQUEST TO AWARD, AUTHORIZE) Director John Norris and City Manager Givens fielded questions from the Commission. Motion: To award the contract. Result: Passed 5 – 0 (Unanimously) Mover: Commissioner Cerra Seconder: Vice Mayor Metayer Bowen 19. Use of Forfeiture Funds (Brad Mock) Request to authorize the use of $12,500 in Law Enforcement Trust Funds to cover the annual donation to the Coral Springs Police Explorers. Funding Source: Receiving Forfeiture to Expend. Strategic Goal: An Innovative, High-Performing and Sustainable Organization. (REQUEST TO AUTHORIZE) Policy Formation and Direction 20. Vehicle Towing, Wreckage, and Storage Services (Brad Mock) (A) Request to award service group A and B of RFP #25-C-007, Vehicle Towing, Wreckage, and Storage Services to Emerald Transportation Corporation of Pompano Beach, Florida from April 1, 2025 through March 31, 2030 with an option to renew for one (1) additional five (5) year period. (B) Request to award service group A of RFP #25-C-007, Vehicle Towing, Wreckage, and Storage Services to Westway Towing, Inc. of Lauderdale Lakes, Florida from April 1, 2025 through March 31, 2030 with an option to renew for one (1) additional five (5) year period. (C) Request to authorize the Purchasing Manager to approve change orders and renewals. Funding Source: Not applicable. Strategic Goal: An Innovative, High-Performing and Sustainable Organization. (REQUEST TO AWARD, AUTHORIZE) Police Chief Brad Mock explained the item. Discussion ensued. Motion: To award the contracts. Result: Passed 5 – 0 (Unanimously) Mover: Vice Mayor Metayer Bowen Seconder: Commissioner McHugh 21. Economic Development Incentive Program Grant Agreement (Annie Norris) Request to award the Economic Development Incentive Program Grant funding for an amount not to exceed $5,000 to A&E Health and Wellness, LLC. Funding Source: Approved Operating Budget. Strategic Goal: A Thriving, Resilient Business Community. (REQUEST TO AWARD) Senior Economic Development Analyst Annie Norris explained the item. Discussion ensued. Motion: To award the agreement. Result: Passed 5 – 0 (Unanimously) Mover: Vice Mayor Metayer Bowen Seconder: Commissioner Simmons 22. Appointment, Community Involved Government Committee (Michael McNally) Request to consider the appointment of Hope Lamonica to the Community Involved Government Committee. (REQUEST TO APPOINT) Director Michael McNally explained the item. Motion: To appoint Hope Lamonica to the Community Involved Government Committee. Result: Passed 5 – 0 (Unanimously) Mover: Commissioner Simmons Seconder: Commissioner Cerra 23. Appointment, Multicultural Advisory Committee (Michael McNally) Request to consider the appointment of Maria Narváez to the Multicultural Advisory Committee. (REQUEST TO APPOINT) Director Michael McNally explained the item. Motion: To appoint Maria Narváez to the Multicultural Advisory Committee. Result: Passed 5 – 0 (Unanimously) Mover: Vice Mayor Metayer Bowen Seconder: Commissioner Simmons 24. Appointments, Public Art Committee (Tina Jou) (A) Request to consider the reappointment of Effie (Maria) Antonatos to the Business Community seat of the Public Art Committee. (REQUEST TO REAPPOINT) (B) Request to consider the appointment of Lester Wolfe to the Alternate seat of the Public Art Committee. (REQUEST TO APPOINT) (C) Request to consider the appointment of Madison Cousans to the Student seat of the Public Art Committee. (REQUEST TO APPOINT) Director Tina Jou explained the item.  Motion: To reappoint Effie (Maria) Antonatos to the Business Community seat, Lester Wolfe to the Alternate seat, and Madison Cousans to the Student seat of the Public Art Committee. Result: Passed 5 – 0 (Unanimously) Mover: Vice Mayor Metayer Bowen Seconder: Commissioner McHugh Commission Communications • The commissioners announced office hours and provided contact information. • Past and upcoming events were highlighted. • Black Maternal Health Week was acknowledged. • The recreational vehicles pilot program was discussed. • Coral Springs High School was congratulated on its 50th anniversary, Parkside Elementary School on its 25th anniversary, and Westchester Elementary School on its 50th anniversary. • Sober homes were discussed. • The commissioners recognized each other and their contributions to the city. • Residents were encouraged to volunteer in the city. • Archetype Dental was welcomed to the city. • Police Chief Brad Mock was congratulated. City Manager's Communication City Manager Givens provided an update on open seats at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, and discussion ensued. She discussed Drowning Prevention Month and highlighted the Police Explorer Program. City Attorney's Communication 25. Resolution 2025-001, Amending the Charities and Fundraising Events Formally Approved by the City of Coral Springs Request to approve and adopt Resolution 2025-001, amending the charities and fundraising events formally approved by the City of Coral Springs. (REQUEST TO APPROVE, ADOPT) City Attorney Hearn read the resolution title and explained the item. Discussion ensued. Motion: To approve and adopt Resolution 2025-001. Result: Passed 5 – 0 (Unanimously) Mover: Commissioner Cerra Seconder: Commissioner Simmons 26. Resolution 2025-013, Opposing Several Provisions of House Bill 943 Further and Significantly Eroding the City's Home Rule Powers Request to approve and adopt Resolution 2025-013, opposing House Bill 943 as several provisions of the bill further and significantly erode the City’s home rule powers; authorizing and directing the City Clerk to transmit this resolution to the appropriate parties; providing for an effective date. (REQUEST TO APPROVE, ADOPT, AUTHORIZE, DIRECT) City Attorney Hearn read the resolution title and explained the item. Discussion ensued. Motion: To approve and adopt Resolution 2025-013.  Result: Passed 5 – 0 (Unanimously) Mover: Commissioner Simmons Seconder: Commissioner McHugh 27. Resolution 2025-014, Supporting Senate Bill 726 Requiring Any Person Who Misuses the 911 System to Be Liable for Costs of Prosecution and Investigation Request to approve and adopt Resolution 2025-014, supporting Senate Bill 726 which requires any person who misuses the 911 system to be liable for the costs of prosecution and investigation; authorizing and directing the City Clerk to transmit this resolution to the appropriate parties; providing for an effective date. (REQUEST TO APPROVE, ADOPT, AUTHORIZE, DIRECT) City Attorney Hearn read the resolution title and explained the item. Discussion ensued. Motion: To approve and adopt Resolution 2025-014. Result: Passed 5 – 0 (Unanimously) Mover: Commissioner Simmons Seconder: Vice Mayor Metayer Bowen 28. Resolution 2025-015, Opposing House Bill 1163 and Senate Bill 954 Requiring Municipalities to Allow Certified Recovery Residences in a Multifamily Structure and Requiring Municipalities to Allow Certified Recover Residences in All Districts Zoned Multifamily Residential Request to approve and adopt Resolution 2025-015, opposing House Bill 1163 and Senate Bill 954 which require municipalities to allow certified recovery residences in a multifamily structure and require municipalities to allow certified recovery residences in all districts zoned multifamily residential; authorizing and directing the City Clerk to transmit this resolution to the appropriate parties; providing for an effective date. (REQUEST TO APPROVE, ADOPT, AUTHORIZE, DIRECT) City Attorney Hearn read the resolution title and explained the item. Discussion ensued. Motion: To approve and adopt Resolution 2025-015. Result: Passed 5 – 0 (Unanimously) Mover: Commissioner Cerra Seconder: Vice Mayor Metayer Bowen Adjournment There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:53 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.