City Commission Meeting

City Hall Commission Chambers 3650 NE 12 Avenue Oakland Park, Florida 33334 MINUTES CITY COMMISSION MEETING MARCH 5, 2025, 6:30 P.M. The regular meeting of the City Commission of the City of Oakland Park, Florida was called to order at 6:30 p.m. by Mayor Lonergan. ROLL CALL Present: Also Present: Mayor Tim Lonergan City Manager David Hebert Vice Mayor Steven Arnst City Attorney DJ Doody Commissioner Fitzgerald Budhoo City Clerk Renee M. Shrout Commissioner Aisha Gordon Commissioner Letitia Newbold PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE A moment of silence was followed by the Pledge of Allegiance led by Rhea Rivera, Interim Finance Director. PROCLAMATIONS Irish American Heritage Month Vice Mayor Arnst moved to publish the proclamation. Commissioner Budhoo seconded the motion, which prevailed by the following vote: YES: Commissioner Gordon, Commissioner Newbold, Commissioner Budhoo, Vice Mayor Arnst, Mayor Lonergan The proclamation would be provided to Ray Lynch, the Secretary of the Ancient Order of Hibernians. Government Finance Professionals Week: March 17-21 Vice Mayor Arnst moved to publish the proclamation. Commissioner Budhoo seconded the motion, which prevailed by the following vote: YES: Commissioner Gordon, Commissioner Newbold, Commissioner Budhoo, Vice Mayor Arnst, Mayor Lonergan The proclamation was presented to Rhea Rivera, Acting Finance Director.

City of Oakland Park City Commission Meeting MINUTES March 5, 2025 Page 2 ADDITIONS / CHANGES / DELETIONS • Mayor Lonergan deferred Item 13, City Commission Discussion Item - Fire Assessment Fee to the next meeting. • City Manager Hebert deferred Item 12, Police and Fire Pension Board appointment, to a future meeting. Vice Mayor Arnst moved to amend the agenda as discussed. Commissioner Newbold seconded the motion, which prevailed by the following vote: YES: Commissioner Gordon, Commissioner Newbold, Commissioner Budhoo, Vice Mayor Arnst, Mayor Lonergan Vice Mayor Arnst moved to adopt the amended agenda. Commissioner Budhoo seconded the motion, which prevailed by the following vote: YES: Commissioner Gordon, Commissioner Newbold, Commissioner Budhoo, Vice Mayor Arnst, Mayor Lonergan NOTE: Mayor Lonergan acknowledged Broward County Commissioner Robert McKinzie who stated he was attending tonight to present on the County’s plan for NW 21 Avenue. PRESENTATIONS * American Public Works Association (APWA) Florida Chapter Awards - Project of the Year (Buildings and Grounds) Albert Carbon, Public Works Director presented the award process and recognition to those who were a part of this achievement. Commission members congratulated Mr. Carbon and his team. * The Road Ahead: Navigating Jurisdiction, Safety, and Funding of Roadways City Manager Hebert introduced the complex topic presentation led by Andrew Thompson, Assistant City Manager who began the presentation by introducing the key elements: Jurisdiction and Road types, Funding and Planning, and NW 21 Avenue. Albert Carbon, Public Works Director noted that the roadway owner is responsible for maintenance and improvements regardless of City limits. Safety related activities fall under Broward County Traffic Engineering. These include signage, stop signs and yield signs, striping and traffic signals. There are four roadway ownerships in Oakland Park and they include: FDOT – Major Roads: Commercial Blvd, Dixie Highway, Oakland Park Blvd, Powerline Road and I- 95. Broward County Secondary Roads include: NE 6 Avenue, Andrews Avenue, Prospect Road, NW 31 Avenue and NW 21st Avenue. Oakland Park Residential Roads include Floranada Road, NE 38 Street, Private (Gated neighborhoods) and similar. He described jurisdiction and types of roadways and their level of service; Interstate, Arterials, Collectors and local. The Broward County Traffic Engineering (BCTE) is the Traffic Engineer for all cities in Broward County and are responsible for Traffic signals, regulatory signage, including stop and

City of Oakland Park City Commission Meeting MINUTES March 5, 2025 Page 3 yield sings, traffic markings and crosswalks, speed limits, street name signs, and speed and volume studies. Public Works Streets Division is responsible for maintenance of City Streets with an annual budget of 3.2 million dollars. Local roadway maintenance includes street maintenance, signage, paving, neighborhood signs, bus shelter maintenance and street cleaning. Sierra Marrero, Director of Engineering and Community Development explained how street projects are funded noting capital improvements to roadways require significant investment in design and construction. Grant funding is critical to accomplish all Capital Projects, including roadway improvements. Grant awards are often insufficient due to construction inflation. The City is required to pay match, for ineligible costs, and all cost above the grant award. City funding is above ground improvements and comes from the General Fund (property taxes) and city funding alone is not sufficient for roadway improvement projects. Another opportunity is to require the improvements as part of a new development. She thanked the City’s partners, at Broward County and the MPO. In the past five years they have covered 80% of our roadway project funding, through competitive surtax and CSLIP programs, and we are very grateful for the partnership. She explained the life cycle timing of a grant to address roadway projects, which can take 5 years from application to completion. Commissioner Newbold was pleased the work planned for the south side of NW 21st Ave. would soon begin. She requested a flashing sign on NW 39th Street for curve awareness. She also wanted to ensure residents would not be blocked from turning left [north] at NW 28th Street onto NW 21 Ave. Ms. Marrero said this was already designed with no blockage. She stated they would make the improvements that the available right-of-way could accommodate. Commissioner Newbold thanked the residents on the south side for their patience. Commissioner Gordon was glad they were addressing NW 21st Avenue and asked that in addition to road improvements, they look at some of the businesses in the area that could use more upkeep. She asked about installing speed tables on NW 21st Ave. City Manager Hebert noted that NW 21st Ave. was a road intended to ensure smooth, uninterrupted flow and mobility. Mr. Carbon discussed other tools they would use to calm traffic and reduce speed. Richard Tornese, Broward County Roadway Engineer, said the raised crosswalk they would install on NE 21st Ave. was very similar to a speed table. Commissioner McKinzie added that construction would begin in April and should be completed in three months. Commissioner Budhoo asked if the County would guarantee to provide funding to the City if it took control of NW 21st Ave. Commissioner McKinzie explained why the County did a better job at taking care of roads and that County roads were not for sale. Commissioner Budhoo asked about Surtax funds and Commissioner McKinzie related the process for applying for that

City of Oakland Park City Commission Meeting MINUTES March 5, 2025 Page 4 funding. He suggested Commissioner Budhoo consult with Broward MPO Director Greg Stuart to get ideas. Vice Mayor Arnst stated the majority of funding for road maintenance came from gas taxes, not the general fund. Mr. Thompson said the gas tax helped and explained the distribution of gas taxes. Vice Mayor Arnst added that gas tax revenue was decreasing due to the increase in electric vehicles. He asked if there would be landscaping in the medians and Mr. Carbon stated it would be pavers and concrete with some landscaping. Vice Mayor Arnst said the bike lanes on Powerline were not consistent and cars used them. He requested they reduce the speed limit on Floranada Road to 25 mph. PUBLIC HEARINGS: ORDINANCES ON FIRST READING 1. Case #CD22-01CP City of Oakland Park Comprehensive Plan 2045 - BrowardNext Recertification Amendments. Advertising for this public hearing appeared in the Sun-Sentinel February 23, 2025. Sierra Marrero, Director of Engineering and Community Development and Rick Buckeye, Senior Planner provided the presentation. Public Hearing – no speakers Vice Mayor Arnst moved to pass the ordinance on first reading. Commissioner Newbold seconded the motion, which prevailed by the following vote: YES: Commissioner Gordon, Commissioner Newbold, Commissioner Budhoo, Vice Mayor Arnst, Mayor Lonergan The ordinance, as adopted, carried the following title; AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OAKLAND PARK, FLORIDA, AMENDING THE CITY'S COMPREHENSIVE PLAN 2045 WITHIN THE FUTURE LAND USE ELEMENT (FLUE), AND THE HOUSING ELEMENT UNDER CHAPTER 163, SECTION 163.3184, OF THE FLORIDA STATUTES; BY SPECIFICALLY AMENDING POLICIES IN THE "FUTURE LAND USE ELEMENT" TO COMPLY WITH THE ITEMS IDENTIFIED AS DEFICIENCIES, BY THE BROWARD COUNTY PLANNING COUNCIL ON OCTOBER 24, 2024, ACCORDING TO ARTICLE 2.3.1 OF THE ADMINISTRATIVE RULES DOCUMENT: BROWARDNEXT; PROVIDING FOR NEW POLICIES IN THE "HOUSING ELEMENT"; CONTAINING A PROVISION FOR INCLUSION IN THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.

City of Oakland Park City Commission Meeting MINUTES March 5, 2025 Page 5 2. PUBLIC COMMENTS At this time, any person will be allowed to speak on any matter that pertains to City business for a length of time not to exceed four minutes per person. Wallis Peterson – 1941 NW 36 Street - She spoke on Covenant House’s code violations at Fort Lauderdale location. She stated new proposed property was not posted timely nor had notice been sent out by the applicant as required. She spoke against this use in the proposed location, which she stated would not effectively serve their clients. She asked for the Commission to abide by the adopted Comprehensive Plan. Stacy Norcross, South Oakland Forest Drive, She reported, via a records request, there were 112 calls for service, 22 calls were hang-ups, between January 1, 2024 and February 28, 2025 at Covenant House in Fort Lauderdale. She asked if BSO has been notified about the number of calls Fort Lauderdale was receiving from Covenant House. She stated at the February 3rd meeting she had asked the manager of Covenant House about turning Police away when they arrived and the manager indicated they were very cooperative with the Police, but she was aware of an instance when Police had been turned away. Tamara, 3111 Oakland Shores Drive, Condo Board member, She stated she does not support locating Covenant House on Oakland Park Blvd. immediately across the street from a condominium. She stated safety concerns and asked if a Police satellite station could be located in the area. She discussed intake concerns, which she said did not prohibit people with misdemeanors or felonies. Milene Hernandez, Director of Tot’s Town childcare facility at 2860 W. Oakland Park Blvd., spoke on Covenant House’s proposed facility would be within 100 feet of her preschool. She shared her concerns regarding the 161 children who were being served at her preschool. She said Covenant House deserved to exist, but not next to a preschool. She noted this facility would be for adults, some suffering mental health and substance abuse issues and some who had been recently released from jail. Ms. Hernandez added that the entrance to her facility would be blocked by the proposed plan. Elsa Van Eckerberg, 1354 SW 49th Ter., Fort Lauderdale, recalled that Covenant House had been deemed inappropriate for her neighborhood. She spoke on the issues this type of use would cause for the area. She read reviews of the existing facility by former clients that were negative. Kevin Loud, 1921 NW 36th St., provided a verbal walking tour of the west end of Oakland Park Blvd. He said the Days Inn restaurant had burned down with no plans of rebuilding. The hotel was being used to house the homeless. At the intersection of NE 21st Ave., there was a dilapidated gas station, a shuttered Walgreen’s, and a hodgepodge of vacant buildings, storefront churches, gas stations and small businesses, many of which were struggling. He questioned the wisdom of adding more unhoused people in Covenant House in the area, in light of the City’s vision to revitalize the west side.

City of Oakland Park City Commission Meeting MINUTES March 5, 2025 Page 6 Hazel Grisham, 2340 NW 29th Street, was pleased with plans for NW 21st Ave. She confirmed that speeding was an issue on the street. She added that the landscaping had been there for years and needed to be updated and maintained. Shandra Smilek, NE 56th St., Volunteer at the Urban Farming Institute, reported that their well had been disconnected and they were now connected to City water, which was not good for gardens and asked for assistance. Bob Lynn, 659 W. Oakland Park Blvd., He spoke against the Covenant House in proposed new location.. He said he had worked in the treatment field for 20 years and stated addiction was hard to understand, but it caused one to lose control. He thought allowing Covenant House in this location would have negative consequences. Eric Peterson, 1941 NW 36th St., He spoke against the Covenant House application as it related to the Comprehensive Plan, which prioritized specific redevelopment and revitalization of the west side and noted that opening a shelter here would thwart these efforts. He added zoning here was B1, a community business district and a shelter did not comport with any B1 approved uses. In order to qualify for a conditional use, the plan must conform with the Comprehensive Plan, be desirable for public convenience or welfare and not be detrimental to the surrounding area. He spoke about the lack of public notification. Charles Micotra, NW 29 Ter., congratulated Commissioner Budhoo on his election. He spoke about a flyer he had received regarding Covenant House, which he did not want “100 feet from my backyard.” He said residents of Cambridge Park and other nearby communities had not received proper notifications. He asked if it was too late to stop this. Olivia Charlton, 2350 NW 28th St., President of Lakeside Homeowners Association, spoke against the Covenant Home proposal. She discussed the safety needs for young people who would be housed there. She stated she had not received an invitation to the neighborhood meeting. Michael Kreego, 1940 NW 33rd Ct., spoke against Covenant House, noting that the facility would have no control over clients leaving. He read several reviews from former clients and volunteers of at Covenant House that were negative. He asked the City to deny the conditional use. Dillon Sentalo, a new resident to Harlem McBride. He was very pleased with the park and neighborhood although a shrubbery was needed between the park and private property as the lack of this demarcation had caused confrontations. He requested leashed dogs be permitted, and stated several benefits, including the fact that people with disabilities and the elderly would be able to take their digs to a nearby park instead of having to travel farther to a designated dog park.

City of Oakland Park City Commission Meeting MINUTES March 5, 2025 Page 7 Darcia States, 3038 NW 30th Ter., Cambridge Homes, spoke against locating a Covenant House in her neighborhood. She said it would attract criminals and bring her property’s value down. Jim Josefovich, 1940 NW 33rd Ct., spoke against Covenant House in the proposed location. He stated no signs had been posted to provide notice to the public. He related ongoing safety and code issues with the current Covenant House in Fort Lauderdale. Paul Clifford, 3001 NE 30th Ter., stated he had not received notice about the Covenant House project and he did not approve of the proposed location for a homeless shelter next to a childcare center and a Hindu Temple. Tim Smith, 1015 NE 39th St., spoke on his opposition to the Covenant House proposal and noted he had experience with two homeless centers and remarked that the center on Sunrise Blvd. ran “like a Swiss watch” but Covenant House was badly run and was detrimental to the community. Niseen Grand, 3012 NW 30th Ave, was concerned with the Covenant House planned for her community. She said there was now a pile of dirt in her neighborhood that the City authorized be dumped there, which was causing residents to suffer respiratory issues. Nick Willmot, 3054 NW 29th Ter., stated his back door faced the Covenant House property. He stated he and his wife did not support this facility in their backyard. The Commission took a brief recess. CONSENT AGENDA Vice Mayor Arnst moved to approve the Consent Agenda, consisting of items 3 through 11. Item 12 was pulled from the Consent Agenda during Additions/Changes/Deletions. Commissioner Budhoo seconded the motion, which prevailed by the following vote: YES: Commissioner Gordon, Commissioner Newbold, Commissioner Budhoo, Vice Mayor Arnst, Mayor Lonergan 3. Approval of Minutes - February 5, 2025 Approved on consent. 4. Purchase of One Replacement Vehicle for Public Works Fleet Division Adopted on consent. The resolution, as adopted, carried the following title: RESOLUTION R-2025-033 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OAKLAND PARK, FLORIDA, APPROVING THE PURCHASE OF ONE REPLACEMENT VAN FROM BOZARD FORD IN THE AMOUNT OF $49,998.00, PIGGYBACKING THE FLORIDA SHERIFFS ASSOCIATION

City of Oakland Park City Commission Meeting MINUTES March 5, 2025 Page 8 CONTRACT FSA24-VEL32.0; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. 5. Approval of a Work Authorization for Hazen and Sawyer, P.C. for City Centennial Park Phase 2 Stormwater Assessment and Preliminary Design Professional Services Adopted on consent. The resolution, as adopted, carried the following title: RESOLUTION R-2025-034 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OAKLAND PARK, FLORIDA, APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE APPROPRIATE CITY OFFICIALS TO EXECUTE A WORK AUTHORIZATION BETWEEN THE CITY AND HAZEN AND SAWYER, P.C. FOR CITY CENTENNIAL PARK PHASE 2 STORMWATER ASSESSMENT AND PRELIMINARY DESIGN PROFESSIONAL SERVICES, IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $215,106.00; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. 6. Resolution Approving the Renewal of the Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) Platform License with SHI International Adopted on consent. The resolution, as adopted, carried the following title: RESOLUTION R-2025-035 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OAKLAND PARK, FLORIDA, APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE RENEWAL OF THE EDR PLATFORM LICENSE WITH SHI INTERNATIONAL FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025 AT A TOTAL COST OF $35,855.62 PIGGYBACKING A COOPERATIVE PURCHASING AGREEMENT THROUGH OMNIA PARTNERS CONTRACT #2018011-02; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. 7. Approval of a Work Authorization with Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. for the Phase 2 Evaluation and Development of the City of Oakland Park’s Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan. Adopted on consent. The resolution, as adopted, carried the following title: RESOLUTION R-2025-036 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OAKLAND PARK, FLORIDA, APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE APPROPRIATE CITY OFFICIALS TO EXECUTE A WORK AUTHORIZATION BETWEEN THE CITY AND KIMLEY-HORN AND ASSOCIATES, INC.

City of Oakland Park City Commission Meeting MINUTES March 5, 2025 Page 9 FOR THE ADA SELF-EVALUATION AND TRANSITION PLAN – PHASE 2, FOR AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $50,000; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. 8. Cured-In Place Pipe (CIPP) Lining to Remediate I&I within the Gravity Sewer System Adopted on consent. The resolution, as adopted, carried the following title: RESOLUTION R-2025-037 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OAKLAND PARK, FLORIDA, APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE APPROPRIATE CITY OFFICIALS TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH INLINER SOLUTIONS FOR CURED-IN-PLACE PIPE (CIPP) LINING OF APPROXIMATELY 14,300 FEET OF MAIN LINES BASED ON AN EXISTING AGREEMENT WITH THE CITY OF HOLLYWOOD (IFB-001-23-02), WHICH OAKLAND PARK HAS RECEIVED APPROVAL TO PIGGYBACK, FOR A TOTAL COST OF $791,824.00; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. 9. Locally Funded Agreement (LFA) Between the City of Oakland Park and the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) for the NW 21 Avenue Project Between NW 26 Street and Oakland Park Boulevard. Adopted on consent. The resolution, as adopted, carried the following title: RESOLUTION R-2025-038 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OAKLAND PARK, FLORIDA, APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE PROPER CITY OFFICIALS TO EXECUTE THE AGREEMENTS NECESSARY TO PROVIDE LOCAL FUNDING FOR THE STAMPED ASPHALT ELEMENT AT INTERSECTIONS FOR THE NW 21 AVENUE PROJECT FROM NW 26 STREET TO OAKLAND PARK BOULEVARD IN THE AMOUNT OF $155,400.00 AND AN ADDITIONAL APPROVAL OF $25,000.00 TO COVER ANY ADDITIONAL COST INCREASES, AND THE APPROVAL OF THE BUDGET AMENDMENT; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.

City of Oakland Park City Commission Meeting MINUTES March 5, 2025 Page 10 10. Furniture Purchase for the City Hall Project from Wrk Lab, Inc. for the New City Hall Exterior Spaces Adopted on consent. The resolution, as adopted, carried the following title: RESOLUTION R-2025-039 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OAKLAND PARK, FLORIDA, APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING A BID WAIVER UNDER THE PROVISIONS OF ARTICLE VII, SEC. 2-200 OF THE CITY CODE OF ORDINANCES, THE PURCHASE OF PAVILION BRAND OUTDOOR FURNITURE FROM WRK LAB, INC. FOR THE TENANT IMPROVEMENTS FOR THE CITY HALL SPACE AT THE SKY BUILDING IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $51,590.13, AND APPROVING THE PROPOSED BUDGET AMENDMENT; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. 11. Furniture Purchase for the City Hall Project from Wrk Lab, Inc. Under State of Florida and TIPS (Cooperative) Contracts Adopted on consent. The resolution, as adopted, carried the following title: RESOLUTION R-2025-040 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OAKLAND PARK, FLORIDA, APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF FURNITURE FOR THE TENANT IMPROVEMENTS FOR THE CITY HALL SPACE AT THE SKY BUILDING FROM WRK LAB, INC. UNDER STATE OF FLORIDA CONTRACT #56120000-24-NY-ACS AND TIPS CONTRACT #230301, IN THE AMOUNT OF $279,218.85, AND OWNER'S CONTINGENCY OF $40,000.00 FOR ANY UNFORESEEN ITEMS, AND APPROVING THE PROPOSED BUDGET AMENDMENT; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. RESOLUTIONS AND MISCELLANEOUS (Item 12 was pulled from the Agenda during Additions/Changes/Deletions) 12. Police and Fire Pension Board Appointment - One (1) Member A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OAKLAND PARK, FLORIDA APPOINTING ONE (1) MEMBER TO THE POLICE AND FIRE PENSION BOARD TO COMPLETE THE TERM ENDING OCTOBER 31, 2025; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (Item 13 was pulled from the Consent Agenda during Additions/Changes/Deletions) 13. City Commission Discussion Item: Fire Assessment Fee - Mayor Lonergan

City of Oakland Park City Commission Meeting MINUTES March 5, 2025 Page 11 14. REPORTS FROM THE CITY COMMISSION Commissioner Newbold commented as follows: 1) She thanked residents and businesses owners for their communication. 2) She had been a judge at the Chili Cook-off at Big Dog Station recently. She mentioned all the ribbon cutting events recently and said they wanted business to thrive. 3) She stated the Taste of Oakland Park event had been wonderful and well attended. 4) She had attended the BrowardNext meeting earlier in the day and stated she had learned some interesting facts. 5) She reminded everyone of the March 14th Dancing in the Street event. 6) She thanked City Manager Hebert and staff for all their assistance. Commissioner Budhoo commented as follows: 1) He said it was good to see Commissioner Gordon back. 2) He remarked February had been an exciting month. 3) He stated the Dr. Carter G. Woodson Park ribbon cutting had been amazing. 4) He thanked Mayor Lonergan for allowing residents the full four minutes to speak during Public Comments. 5) He acknowledged the Fire Department and said he had attended Chief Ginzo's retirement party recently. 6) He noted the importance of community and said the City Commission’s integrity was vital. He was proud of the Commission’s level of integrity and consistency. Commissioner Gordon commented as follows: 1) She said it was nice to know she had been missed. 2) She was pleased residents were letting the Commission know of their concerns. She promised they would not be taken for granted. 3) She was pleased to be part of this great team. 4) She said it was amazing to see the Skywalk being built. 5) She thanked everyone for their thoughts and prayer. Vice Mayor Arnst commented as follows: 1) He said staff had done a beautiful job at the Taste of Oakland Park event. He thanked Christine Najac, CRA Promoter, for the great job. 2) He noted his intention to request an agenda item for restaffing the park rangers in the future. Mayor Lonergan commented as follows: 1) He remarked that this meeting had been a great example of community engagement. 2) He noted residents’ concerns about the Covenant House neighborhood participation meetings. He asked everyone to refer to the City’s website to keep up to date. 3) He thanked Christine Najac, other staff, vendors, and volunteers for the great Taste of Oakland Park event.

City of Oakland Park City Commission Meeting MINUTES March 5, 2025 Page 12 4) He was looking forward to the Dancing in the Street event on March 14th from 6 PM until 9 PM. 5) He noted the next City Commission would be on Wednesday, April 2nd. REPORTS FROM THE CITY MANAGER 15. Financial Activity Report for the Period Ended January 31, 2025 16. Development Activity Report City Manager Hebert thanked the Commission regarding the City’s support for a County resolution urging the schools to release nine cities from the school board mitigation. He reported a working group had been established and he had been named one of the three co-chairs to report back to the Broward County School Board. He had been on a City walkabout earlier and noticed the lack of cars in the post office parking lot; there were no personal vehicles or delivery vans. He thought there may be movement and said the City would have a say in any redevelopment. He acknowledged the County for the work planned for NW 21st Avenue. He thanked the City Commission for working with the County. REPORTS FROM THE CITY ATTORNEY 17. City Attorney's Report - March 5, 2025 ADJOURN The meeting was adjourned at: 9:27 PM. CITY OF OAKLAND PARK, FLORIDA _____________________________________ TIM LONERGAN, MAYOR ATTEST: ____________________________________ RENEE M. SHROUT, CMC, CITY CLERK