Coral Springs City Commission Regular Meeting

CITY OF CORAL SPRINGS, FLORIDA CORAL SPRINGS CITY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING DRAFT SUMMARY Wednesday, August 20, 2025 Commission Chambers, City Hall 6:30 PM 9500 West Sample Road Coral Springs, Florida 33065 Call to Order Vice Mayor Nancy Metayer Bowen called the meeting to order at 6:32 p.m. Roll Call Mayor Scott Brook (attended via telephone; ended appearance at approximately 9:00 p.m.) Vice Mayor Nancy Metayer Bowen Commissioner Shawn Cerra Commissioner Joshua Simmons (departed at 8:37 p.m.) Commissioner Joseph McHugh Also in attendance: City Manager Catherine Givens City Attorney John Hearn City Clerk Georgia Elliott Moment of Silence Pledge of Allegiance Eden Kelly, Glades Christian Academy, 1st Grade Camden Kelly, Glades Christian Academy, 2nd Grade Brooklyn Kelly, Maplewood Elementary, 5th Grade Recognitions/Proclamations/Presentations 1. Legislative Update (Senator Tina Polsky and Representative Christine Hunschofsky) Senator Polsky and Representative Hunschofsky jointly presented the item. Senator Polsky announced a $500,000 appropriation for Coral Springs’ Real-Time Crime Center and discussed key legislative updates including: no progress on property insurance reform; defeat of several local preemption bills with caution on SB 180; concerns over SB 7016 limiting citizen initiatives; ongoing condo reform challenges post-Surfside; Fentanyl Awareness Day (August 21); mandatory fentanyl testing in overdose cases; background checks for after- school personnel; misrepresentation by notaries of immigration law services; bridge naming in honor of fallen service member Daniel Agami. Representative Hunschofsky covered: expanded flood disclosure for renters; exemption for school social workers from teacher exams; school safety bill on expanded door security times; expanded eligibility for My Safe Florida Home Condo Pilot Program; ethics bill for the North Springs Improvement District. 2. Presentation, State Appropriations Real Time Crime Center (Senator Tina Polsky and Representative Christine Hunschofsky) Senator Polsky and Representative Hunschofsky presented a $500,000 check to the City for public safety improvements.  3. Presentation, Broward County Property Appraiser (Marty Kiar) Property Appraiser Marty Kiar reviewed statistics on property values and taxes in Coral Springs. Key services provided by his office were also discussed. Mr. Kiar raised public awareness on title fraud and encouraged residents to sign up for the “Owner Alert” text program, which alerts to potential changes to a property’s title. 4. Comcast Update (Vice President of Government & Regulatory Affairs, Michelle Oyola McGovern) Michelle Oyola McGovern gave an update on Comcast’s efforts, including a dedicated resident email (coralsprings@comcast.com), advance door tagging, improved signage, and a City-specific website via the Work Around Town page. 5. Recognition, Ty Thompson (City Commission) The City Commission recognized Ty Thompson for his years of service with the Broward County Public Schools. 6. Recognition, Brian Walsh and the Walsh Family (City Commission) The City Commission recognized Brian Walsh, Sr. and the Walsh family for their contributions to the City of Coral Springs. 7. Recognition, Cumber Family (City Commission) The City Commission recognized Aftab and Gul Cumber and the Cumber family for their contributions to the City of Coral Springs. 8. Recognition, Principal of Hunt Elementary, Carla Hart (April Wyche) The City Commission recognized Mrs. Carla Hart for her appointment as the new principal at Hunt Elementary in the City of Coral Springs. 9. Recognition, Principal of Parkside Elementary, Arlene Manville (April Wyche) The City Commission recognized Ms. Arlene Manville for her appointment as the new principal at Parkside Elementary in the City of Coral Springs. 10. Proclamation, National Arts in Education Week (Juliana Forero) The City Commission proclaimed the week of September 7-13, 2025 as “National Arts in Education Week” in the City of Coral Springs. 11. Proclamation, Suicide Awareness Month (City Commission) The City Commission proclaimed September 2025 as “Suicide Awareness Month” in the City of Coral Springs. Public Comment • John Tornincasa requested reimbursement from the City for tire damage. • Itza Diaz provided an update on the Ramblewood East community . • Stephanie Nohra shared her concerns as a property owner in Ramblewood East. • Ryan Edmondson shared his concerns as a property owner in Ramblewood East.  • Joe Morera requested further explanation on agenda items 19, 25, and 27. • Joyce Medina, property owner at Ramblewood East, shared her experience with Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR), in the handling of her complaint. • Marco Oquel shared his concerns as a property owner in Ramblewood East. Public Hearings/Special Meeting Announcements Motion: To continue items 12 and 13 to a date certain of September 25, 2025. Result: Passed 4 – 0 Mover: Commissioner McHugh Seconder: Commissioner Cerra 12. Special Exception Petitions, Coral Specialty Pharmacy (SE25-0004 & SE25-0005) (Tina Jou) Request to hold quasi-judicial hearings and public hearings to deny petitions of Abrams Law Firm on behalf of Pompano Investments, LLC for a Special Exception from Section 250568 (Conditional Uses) to allow a pharmacy less than 500 feet from an existing place of worship in the Community Business (B-2) Zoning District, located at 9837 W Sample Road, legally described as a portion of Lots 6, 7, 8 and 9, Block A, Coral Springs City Center Commercial Section One; and authorize the City Attorney’s Office to draft orders denying SE25-0004 and SE25-0005 and adopt said orders. (SE25-0004 and SE25-0005) Funding Source: Not Applicable. Strategic Goal: A Thriving, Resilient Business Community. (REQUEST TO CONTINUE TO A DATE CERTAIN OF SEPTEMBER 25, 2025 AT 6:30 P.M.) City Attorney Hearn read the item into the record. 13. Conditional Use Petition, Coral Specialty Pharmacy (CA25-0001) (Tina Jou) Request to hold quasi-judicial hearing and public hearing to deny a petition of Abrams Law Firm on behalf of Pompano Investments, LLC for a Conditional Use from Section 250568 (Conditional Uses) to allow a pharmacy in the Community Business (B-2) Zoning District, located at 9837 W Sample Road, legally described as a portion of Lots 6,7,8 and 9, Block A, Coral Springs City Center Commercial Section One; and authorize the City Attorney’s Office to draft an order denying CA25-0001 and adopt said order. (CA25-0001) Funding Source: Not Applicable. Strategic Goal: A Thriving, Resilient Business Community. (REQUEST TO CONTINUE TO A DATE CERTAIN OF SEPTEMBER 25, 2025 AT 6:30 P.M.) City Attorney Hearn read the item into the record. City Attorney Hearn addressed the property owners from the Ramblewood East community. 14. Public Hearing, Agreement for Purchase and Sale, Third Amendment to Declaration, and Amended & Restated Parking Easement Agreement (Cornerstone) (Julie Krolak) (A) Request to hold public hearing and approve the Agreement for Purchase and Sale of 3280-3296 University Drive with Cornerstone Hospitality, LLC; (B) Request to approve the Third Amendment to Declaration of Easements and Covenants (Cornerstone at Downtown Coral Springs); (C) Request to approve the Amended and Restated Parking Easement Agreement; and (D) Request to authorize the appropriate city officials to execute the agreements. Funding Source: Approved Capital Budget. Strategic Goal: An Innovative, High-Performing and Sustainable Organization. (REQUEST TO HOLD PUBLIC HEARING, APPROVE, AUTHORIZE)  City Attorney Hearn read the item into the record. Deputy City Manager Julie Krolak presented the item. The public hearing was opened. There were no public comments. The public hearing was closed. Motion: To approve and authorize the execution of agreements. Result: Passed 4 – 0 Mover: Commissioner McHugh Seconder: Commissioner Cerra 15. Ordinance 2025-111, First Reading, Amending Code of Ordinances Section 18-5.3, Prohibition of Operation of Motorized Vehicles, Including But Not Limited to, Mopeds and Gopeds on Sidewalks or Bicycle Paths (Brad McKeone) Request to hold public hearing and approve the first reading of Ordinance 2025-111, amending section 18-5.3 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Coral Springs entitled “Prohibition of operation of motorized vehicles, including, but not limited to, mopeds and gopeds on sidewalks or bicycle paths”; providing for conflicts; providing for severability; providing for codification; and providing for an effective date; and to set a second reading for September 15, 2025. Funding Source: Not Applicable. Strategic Goal: A Family-Friendly Community. (REQUEST TO HOLD PUBLIC HEARING, APPROVE, SET SECOND READING) City Attorney Hearn read the item into the record. Deputy City Manager Brad McKeone explained the item. The public hearing was opened. Joe Morera spoke during the public hearing sharing his appreciation and concerns for the ordinance. The public hearing was closed. Motion: To approve the first reading and set a second reading for September 15, 2025. Result: Failed Mover: Commissioner McHugh Seconder: None 16. Ordinance 2025-114, First Reading, Amending Code of Ordinances Section "Sexual Offender and Sexual Predator, Residence Prohibitions; Penalties, Exceptions" (Brad Mock) Request to hold public hearing and approve the first reading of Ordinance 2025-114, amending section 14-3 entitled, “Sexual offender and sexual predator, residence prohibition; penalties; exceptions”, to clarify restrictions and provide for additional enforcement mechanisms; providing for conflicts; providing for severability; providing for codification; and providing for an effective date; and to set a second reading for September 15, 2025. Funding Source: Not Applicable. Strategic Goal: A Family-Friendly Community. (REQUEST TO HOLD PUBLIC HEARING, APPROVE, SET SECOND READING) City Attorney Hearn read the item into the record. Chief Brad Mock explained the item. The public hearing was opened. Ronald Book, on behalf of the Lauren’s Kids Foundation, spoke in favor of the ordinance. The public hearing was closed. Motion: To approve the first reading and set a second reading for September 15, 2025. Result: Passed 3 – 0 Mover: Commissioner Cerra Seconder: Commissioner McHugh Consent  Motion: To approve consent items 17, 18, 20, and 21. Result: Passed 3 – 0 Mover: Commissioner McHugh Seconder: Commissioner Cerra 17. Minutes Approval (Georgia Elliott) Request to approve the City Commission meeting summaries of August 6, 2025 Regular Meeting and August 6, 2025 Workshop. (REQUEST TO APPROVE) 18. Proclamation, Childhood Cancer Awareness Month (City Commission) Request that the City Commission proclaim September 2025 as “Childhood Cancer Awareness Month” in the City of Coral Springs. (REQUEST TO PROCLAIM) 19. Facility Security Systems, Equipment and Software Related Services (Michael McNally) Request to award the contract for Facility Security Systems, Equipment and Software Related Services via Sourcewell Contract #121024-CTL to Convergint Technologies, LLC of Schaumburg, Illinois from August 20, 2025 through February 18, 2029 with the option to renew for three (3) additional one (1) year periods. The estimated annual expenditure is $400,000. Funding Source: Approved Capital, Operating, and Grant Funds. Strategic Goal: An Innovative, High-Performing and Sustainable Organization. (REQUEST TO AWARD) 20. School Crossing Guard Services (Brad Mock) Request to extend the contract for School Crossing Guard Services via utilization of City of Tamarac, Florida RFP #19-23R to Waterfield Florida Staffing, LLC d/b/a Action Labor of West Palm Beach, Florida from September 1, 2025 through December 31, 2025. The estimated expenditure is $400,000. Funding Source: Approved Operating Budget. Strategic Goal: A Family-Friendly Community. (REQUEST TO EXTEND) This item was pulled from the Consent Agenda. Director McNally explained the item. City Manager Givens advised that grant funding will offset the cost of the expenditure. Discussion ensued. Motion: To extend the contract for School Crossing Services to Waterfield Florida Staffing, LLC d/b/a Action Labor. Result: Passed 3-0 Mover: Commissioner Cerra Seconder: Commissioner McHugh 21. Resolution 2025-038, Appointment of Alex Hernandez, Firefighters' Pension Board of Trustees (Dale Pazdra) Request to approve and adopt Resolution 2025-038, a resolution of the City of Coral Springs, Florida appointing Alex Hernandez to the City of Coral Springs Firefighters’ Pension Board of Trustees; providing for conflicts; providing for severability; providing for an effective date. (REQUEST TO APPROVE, ADOPT) 22. Resolution 2025-039, Appointment of Michael Moser to the Pine Tree Water Control District (Dale Pazdra) Request to approve and adopt Resolution 2025-039, a resolution of the City of Coral Springs, Florida appointing Michael Moser to the Pine Tree Water Control District Board of Directors. (REQUEST TO APPROVE, ADOPT) Policy Formation and Direction 23. Resolution 2025-025, Veteran's Committee (Michael McNally) Request to approve and adopt Resolution 2025-025, formally establishing a fifteen (15) member Veteran's Committee, which would be dedicated to honoring, supporting and advocating for the well-being of veterans in Coral Springs. Funding Source: Not Applicable. Strategic Goal: An Innovative, High-Performing and Sustainable Organization. (REQUEST TO APPROVE, ADOPT) Director Michael McNally presented the item. Director McNally fielded questions from the Commission. Motion: To approve and adopt Resolution 2025-025. Result: Passed 3 – 0 Mover: Commissioner Cerra Seconder: Commissioner McHugh 24. Naming Rights Committee Recommendations (Robert Hunter) Request to approve the naming of the stadium main court at Mullins Park Gymnasium to Jim Reilly Championship Court; approve the naming of field number two (2) at Cypress Park to Jennifer Brown Softball Field; and to approve the naming of the concession stand at Cypress Park to Robyn Gomes Concession Stand in accordance with the City’s Naming/Renaming of City-Owned Assets Policy. Funding Source: Funded by External Agency - No Cost to City. Strategic Goal: An Innovative, High-Performing and Sustainable Organization. (REQUEST TO APPROVE) Director Robert Hunter explained the item. Discussion ensued. The Commission recognized the contributions of each naming right recommendee. Motion: To approve the Naming Rights Committee Recommendations. Result: Passed 3 – 0 Mover: Commissioner Cerra Seconder: Commissioner McHugh 25. Professional Consulting Services for Membrane Water Treatment Plant (Chad Maraj) (A) Request to award LOI #24-A-311 Professional Consulting Services for Membrane Water Treatment Plant to Hazen and Sawyer, P.C. of Hollywood, Florida in the amount of $9,938,550 for Task Authorization #1. Future Task Authorizations will be provided by the consultant for approval by the City Commission. (B) 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 Innovative, High-Performing and Sustainable Organization. (REQUEST TO AWARD, AUTHORIZE) Director Chad Maraj explained the item. Discussion ensued. Motion: To award Professional Consulting Services for Membrane Water Treatment Plant to Hazen and Sawyer, P.C. Result: Passed 3 – 0 Mover: Commissioner Cerra Seconder: Commissioner McHugh 26. Westchester Stormwater Drainage Improvements - Phase 2 (Chad Maraj) Request to award the contract for Bid #25-A-095F for Westchester Stormwater Drainage Improvements - Phase 2 to Murphy Pipeline Contractors, LLC of Sunrise, Florida in the amount of $3,560,018; and to authorize the Purchasing Manager to approve change orders that are within the designated procurement authority up to $75,000. Funding Source: Approved Operating Budget with Grant Offset. Strategic Goal: An Innovative, High-Performing and Sustainable Organization. (REQUEST TO AWARD, AUTHORIZE) Director Chad Maraj explained the item. Discussion ensued. Motion: To award the contract for Westchester Stormwater Drainage Improvements – Phase 2 to Murphy Pipeline Contractors, LLC. Result: Passed 3 – 0 Mover: Commissioner McHugh Seconder: Commissioner Cerra 27. New and Replacement Vehicles (Chad Maraj) Request to award Florida State Term Contract No. 25100000-23-STC, Motor Vehicles via their awarded vendors from August 20, 2025 through May 16, 2026 in the not to exceed annual amount of $1,700,000. Funding Source: Approved Capital Budget. Strategic Goal: An Innovative, High-Performing and Sustainable Organization. (REQUEST TO AWARD) Director Chad Maraj explained the item. Discussion ensued. Motion: To award the Florida State Term Contract No. 25100000-23-STC, Motor Vehicles via awarded vendors. Result: Passed 3 – 0 Mover: Commissioner McHugh Seconder: Commissioner Cerra 28. Architect/Engineer Design for Kiwanis Park (Rob Hunter) Request to approve the amendment to the agreement for Architect/Engineer Design for Kiwanis Park Community Center, LOI #20-B-135 to CPZ Architects, Inc. of Plantation, Florida for Add Services in the amount of $131,947 for a new contract total of $793,914; and to authorize the Purchasing Manager to approve subsequent amendments that are within the designated procurement authority up to $75,000. Funding Source: Approved Capital Budget. Strategic Goal: A Family-Friendly Community. (REQUEST TO APPROVE, AUTHORIZE) Director Robert Hunter explained the item. Motion: To approve and authorize the amendment to the agreement for Architect/ Engineer Design for Kiwanis Park Community Center. Result: Passed 3 – 0 Mover: Commissioner Cerra Seconder: Commissioner McHugh 29. Resolution 2025-027, Accessibility Advisory Group (Kathy Reul) Request to approve and adopt Resolution 2025-027, formally establishing a thirty (30) member Accessibility Advisory Group (AAG), to advise the City on accessibility needs and fosters community engagement through education, advocacy, and community collaboration.  The AAG will support creating a welcoming, accessible, and supportive community for individuals of all abilities that works to identify and remove barriers, improve access, and encourage full participation in city programs, services, and activities. Funding Source: Not Applicable. Strategic Goal: A Family-Friendly Community. (REQUEST TO APPROVE) Director Kathy Reul presented this item. Discussion ensued. Motion: To approve Resolution 2025-027. Result: Passed 3 – 0 Mover: Commissioner McHugh Seconder: Commissioner Cerra Commission Communications • Office hours and contact information were provided. • Past and upcoming events were highlighted. • The 4-year anniversary of Sergeant Patrick Madison’s passing was recognized. • Noted their representation of the City at the Florida League of Cities 2025 Annual Conference and accolades received. • Recognized Marilou Raham who recently retired from Taravella High School. • Acknowledged the Youth Ambassador Program kickoff and the great candidates who have the potential to positively impact the City of Coral Springs. • Congratulated Chad Maraj on his new role as the Director of Public Works. • Requested and received guidance from City Attorney Hearn on the potential for any additional support to Ramblewood East residents. City Manager's Communication City Manager Givens: • Thanked Senator Polsky and Representative Hunschofsky for their advocacy in obtaining $500,000 for the Real Time Crime Center, noting it will enhance public safety for residents and businesses in the community. • Noted that participation in the Coral Springs/Coconut Creek Regional Chamber of Commerce Legislative Breakfast was informative, offered insights on how the City should position itself, and allowed opportunities for city input. • Promoted “Fentanyl Awareness Day” on August 21. • Highlighted Item #26, which was partially funded with just under $1,000,000 in appropriation funding, and recognized partner and federal lobbyist Maurice Kirkland. • City staff were thanked for the job well done on the Vision to Action Town Hall. • Wished everyone a successful start to the school year and expressed appreciation to Education Officer April Wyche for her leadership. • The September 11th Ceremony at the Northwest Regional Library in front of the 9/11 Memorial Monument to honor the lives lost was announced. City Attorney's Communication Walk On Item – Resurfacing of Cypress Park City Attorney Hearn explained the item. Motion: To approve the resurfacing of Cypress Park. Result: Passed 3-0 Mover: Commissioner Cerra  Seconder: Commissioner McHugh City Attorney Hearn addressed public commenter John Tornincasa’s concern and provided explanation for denial of the claim. Mr. Hearn indicated that the matter would be investigated further, and his office would reach out to Ms. Victoria Tornincasa. Adjournment There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:40 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.