Coral Springs City Commission Regular Meeting

CITY OF CORAL SPRINGS, FLORIDA CORAL SPRINGS CITY COMMISSION MEETING REGULAR MEETING SUMMARY Wednesday, October 15, 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 Senior Deputy City Attorney Sherry Whitacre City Clerk Georgia Elliott Moment of Silence Pledge of Allegiance Penelope Hormann, Maplewood Elementary, 1st Grade Zoey Bianchini, Westchester Elementary, 1st Grade Melani Guzman, Eagle Ridge Elementary, 3rd Grade Bruno Guzman, Eagle Ridge Elementary, 5th Grade Recognitions/Proclamations/Presentations 1. Presentation, Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) for Cities Certification (Elizabeth Chang) Zoning Manager Chang presented the item. Staff announced the City’s achievement of LEED Gold Certification from the U.S. Green Building Council, recognizing the collaborative efforts of all departments. A plaque and video were presented. 2. Recognition, Honor Flight South Florida (Mayor Brook) The City Commission recognized Honor Flight South Florida for their contributions to the City of Coral Springs. 3. Proclamation, Hindu Heritage Month and Diwali (City Commission) The City Commission proclaimed October 2025 as “Hindu Heritage Month” and October 20, 2025 as “Diwali Festival of Lights” in the City of Coral Springs.  4. Recognition, Cancer Awareness Month 2025, and Fire Department Personnel Cancer Awareness T-Shirts (John Whalen) The City Commission recognized the month of October 2025 as "Cancer Awareness Month" in the City of Coral Springs and Fire Department Personnel wearing a pink tee shirt with a ribbon representing all types of cancer. The community was invited to the annual Cancer Awareness Pasta Dinner on October 25, 2025 at Fire Station 80, with tickets available online through the Coral Springs Firefighters Benevolent Association. 5. Proclamation, National Book Month (City Commission) The City Commission proclaimed October 2025 as “National Book Month” in the City of Coral Springs. Local authors were recognized. Public Comment • Scott Hagemann, President of Coral Springs American Little League, shared upcoming league events; discussed safety concerns over motorized vehicles in parks; and expressed support for turf field improvements. • Don Geiger, Coral Springs Clippers representative, expressed support for the turf field project. • Christiane Denoble and Michelle Melnick expressed concerns regarding the city’s senior center and programming. • Joanne Chalom spoke in opposition to Ordinance 2025-111. • Bruno Guzman spoke in support of turf fields. • Beth McKeone, representing Coral Springs softball, spoke in support of turf fields at Cypress Park. • Joe Morera voiced concerns about Ordinance 2025-111 and suggested reviewing fire response protocols for efficiency. • Ana Lobato proposed inclusive programs and adaptive parks to support and integrate children with autism in the community. Public Hearings/Special Meeting Announcements: None. Consent Motion: To approve consent items 6 through 11. Result: Passed 5 – 0 (Unanimously) Mover: Vice Mayor Metayer Bowen Seconder: Commissioner Simmons 6. Minutes Approval (Georgia Elliott) Request to approve the City Commission meeting summaries of September 25, 2025 Workshop and September 25, 2025 Second Budget Hearing and Regular Meeting. (REQUEST TO APPROVE) 7. 2026 City Commission Meeting Schedule (Georgia Elliott) Request to approve the City Commission meeting schedule for the 2026 calendar year. Funding Source: Not Applicable. Strategic Goal: An Innovative, High-Performing and Sustainable Organization. (REQUEST TO APPROVE) 8. Use of Forfeiture Funds (Brad Mock) Request to authorize the use of a total of $411,315 in Law Enforcement Trust Funds, $300,000 to pay for Seasonal School Resource Officers’ salaries, Paying $80,000 for overtime expenses. It is anticipated that we will receive reimbursement from Broward County Sheriff’s  Office Money Laundering, and Narcotics Interdiction Task Force. $20,000 to be used for reimbursement to the City Attorney’s Office for expenses incurred in forfeiture filing. Funds to cover the annual continuation fee of $8,815 for CALEA (Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement) and an annual $2,500 donation to A Child Is Missing, Inc. a qualified 501 (c) (3) organization. Funding Source: Receiving Forfeiture to Expend. Strategic Goal: A Thriving, Resilient Business Community. (REQUEST TO AUTHORIZE) 9. 2025 Third Amendment to Agreement Between Broward County and the City of Coral Springs for Community Shuttle Service (Robert Hunter) Request to approve Third Amendment to Agreement between Broward County and the City of Coral Springs for Community Shuttle Service. Funding Source: Approved Operating Budget. Strategic Goal: An Innovative, High-Performing and Sustainable Organization. (REQUEST TO APPROVE) 10. Proclamation, National School Lunch Week (City Commission) Request that the City Commission proclaim October 13-17, 2025, as "National School Lunch Week" in the City of Coral Springs. (REQUEST TO PROCLAIM) 11. Emergency Communications Training Software (Brad Mock) Request to award contract 25-D-233 for Emergency Communications Training Software to GovWorx, Inc. of Denver, Colorado; and to authorize the Purchasing Manager to approve any change orders within the designated procurement authority up to $75,000. The term of the contract is from the date of award through October 14, 2027, with the option to renew for two (2) additional two-year terms for a total of six (6) years. The total expenditure for the initial two-year term is $100,000. Funding Source: Receiving Forfeiture to Expend. Strategic Goal: An innovative, High-Performing and Sustainable Organization. (REQUEST TO AWARD, AUTHORIZE) Policy Formation and Direction 12. Ordinance 2025-111, Second 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 approve and adopt on second reading 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. First reading held September 25, 2025. Funding Source: Not Applicable. Strategic Goal: A Family-Friendly Community. (REQUEST TO APPROVE, ADOPT) Senior Deputy City Attorney Whitacre read the item into the record. Deputy City Manager McKeone explained the item and addressed community concerns. Discussion ensued. The Commission requested staff to provide educational videos for the public and present an update on implementation within 3 to 6 months. Motion: To approve Ordinance 2025-111 on second reading. Result: Passed 5 – 0 (Unanimously) Mover: Commissioner McHugh  Seconder: Commissioner Cerra 13. Ratification of Collective Bargaining Agreement between the City of Coral Springs and Local 3080, Metro-Broward Professional Firefighters, IAFF District 11 (Dale Pazdra) Request to ratify the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the City of Coral Springs and Local 3080, Metro-Broward Professional Firefighters, IAFF District 11, Coral Springs effective January 19, 2026 through January 18, 2029. Funding Source: Approved Operating Budget. Strategic Goal: An Innovative, High-Performing and Sustainable Organization. (REQUEST TO RATIFY) Deputy City Manager Pazdra explained the item. Discussion ensued. Motion: To approve the ratification of the Collective Bargaining Agreement. Result: Passed 5 – 0 (Unanimously) Mover: Commissioner McHugh Seconder: Vice Mayor Metayer Bowen 14. Resolution 2025-034, Revision to City’s Donation Policy (Michael McNally) Request to approve and adopt Resolution 2025-034, revising the donations policy; and to authorize the City Manager to accept donations to the city that do not exceed $75,000 in value. Funding Source: Not Applicable. Strategic Goal: An Innovative, High-Performing and Sustainable Organization. (REQUEST TO APPROVE, ADOPT, AUTHORIZE) Senior Deputy City Attorney Whitacre read the item into the record. Director McNally explained the item. Motion: To approve Resolution 2025-034. Result: Passed 5 – 0 (Unanimously) Mover: Commissioner McHugh Seconder: Commissioner Cerra 15. Resolution 2025-037, Revision to City's Sponsorship Policy (Michael McNally) Request to approve and adopt Resolution 2025-037, revising the sponsorship policy; and to authorize the City Manager to accept sponsorships for the city that do not exceed $75,000 in value. Funding Source: Not Applicable. Strategic Goal: An Innovative, High-Performing and Sustainable Organization. (REQUEST TO APPROVE, ADOPT, AUTHORIZE) Senior Deputy City Attorney Whitacre read the item into the record. Director McNally explained the item. Motion: To approve Resolution 2025-037. Result: Passed 5 – 0 (Unanimously) Mover: Vice Mayor Metayer Bowen Seconder: Commissioner Simmons 16. Roadway Milling and Resurfacing (Chad Maraj) Request to award the contract for Bid #25-B-018F for Roadway Milling and Resurfacing to Weekley Asphalt Paving, Inc. of Pembroke Pines, Florida in the amount of $1,535,603.50; and to authorize the Purchasing Manager to approve change orders that are within the designated procurement authority up to $75,000. Funding Source: Receiving Grant to Expend.  Strategic Goal: An Attractive Community. (REQUEST TO AWARD, AUTHORIZE) Director Maraj explained the item. Motion: To approve award of Bid #25-B-018F for Roadway Milling and Resurfacing to Weekly Asphalt Paving, Inc. and authorize the Purchasing Manager to approve change orders up to $75,000. Result: Passed 5 – 0 (Unanimously) Mover: Vice Mayer Metayer Bowen Seconder: Commissioner Simmons 17. HVAC Replacement, Repair, and Maintenance Services (Chad Maraj) Request to renew contract 23-C-048 for HVAC Replacement, Repair, and Maintenance Services via City of Oakland Park, Florida Bid #041521 to Advanced Roofing, Inc. d/b/a Advanced Air Systems of Fort Lauderdale, Florida from October 15, 2025 through September 30, 2027; and to authorize the Purchasing Manager to approve change orders within designated procurement authority up to $75,000. The estimated annual expenditure is $125,000. Funding Source: Approved Capital and Approved Operating Budget. Strategic Goal: An Innovative, High-Performing and Sustainable Organization. (REQUEST TO RENEW, AUTHORIZE) Director Maraj explained the item. Motion: To approve renewal of Contract 23-C-048 and authorize the Purchasing Manager to approve change orders up to $75,000. Result: Passed 5 – 0 (Unanimously) Mover: Vice Mayer Metayer Bowen Seconder: Commissioner Simmons 18. Artificial Turf and Tracks with Installation, Related Materials and Supplies (North Community Park Baseball Fields) (Robert Hunter) Request to award Contract 26-B-002M for Artificial Turf and Tracks with Installation, Related Materials and Supplies, utilizing pricing from Sourcewell Contract 031622-AST to Astroturf Corporation of Dalton, Georgia in the amount of $1,446,810; 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: A Family-Friendly Community. (REQUEST TO AWARD, AUTHORIZE) Director Hunter explained the item. Discussion ensued. Motion: To approve award of Contract 26-B-002M to Astroturf Corporation and authorize the Purchasing Manager to approve change orders up to $75,000. Result: Passed 5 – 0 (Unanimously) Mover: Vice Mayor Metayer Bowen Seconder: Commissioner McHugh Commission Communications • Office hours and contact information were provided by the Commission.  • Past and upcoming events were highlighted including Oktoberfest, Coral Springs Museum of Art Opening Reception on October 17, Let’s Move Coral Springs on October 16, and annual (Coral Springs-Parkland Firefighters) Cancer Awareness Pasta Dinner on October 25. • Youth public speakers were commended for their civic engagement. • The commission recognized six-year-old LJ, who was honored with a personal parade and ceremonially sworn in as both Chief of Police and Fire Chief ahead of his upcoming surgery. • Comments were made regarding Senior programming needs. • Local author, eight-year-old Zion Benjamin, was recognized. • New businesses to the city were welcomed, including CTS Engines and Lupin (pharmaceuticals). • Prem Mirpuri and the Hindu community were recognized. • The City’s LEED Gold certification achievement, local business growth, and upcoming retreat were highlighted. • Domestic Violence Awareness Month was recognized and those who would like to support it were encouraged to wear purple on October 16. The Women in Distress hotline phone number 954-761-1133, was shared for those in crisis. • National Chamber of Commerce Day was recognized. • Coral Springs Community Chest, a 501(c)3 organization, was highlighted along with volunteer opportunities which can be found on the city’s website coralsprings.gov. City Manager's Communication 19. Grant Annual Report (Catherine Givens) City Manager Givens introduced the item. Director Ileana Kyriakides presented the Grant Annual Report. City Manager Givens addressed the following items: • Highlighted agenda items which supported the City’s fiscal responsibility and services in the community. • Noted $6.9 million in FY2025 grant funding and a $2.4 million SAFER Grant recently awarded. • Recognized staff, firefighters, and department leadership for their dedication and service. • Announced upcoming events, including the Cancer Awareness Pasta Dinner and Thrills n’ Chills. • Reminded residents that the next City Commission meeting will be held Wednesday, November 5, at 9:00 a.m. City Attorney's Communication: None. (Following City Attorney’s Communication) Discussion ensued regarding the potential installation of artificial turf fields at Cypress Park. City Manager Givens clarified that the current agenda item pertained specifically to North Community Park, and that Cypress Park would be considered for future turf field placement. She committed to providing an update at a future workshop. Adjournment There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 8:57 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.