City Commission Meeting, 6:00 p.m.

1 City of North Lauderdale Commission Meeting July 30, 2024 DRAFT MINUTES The City Commission of the City of North Lauderdale met in person on Tuesday, July 30, 2024. The meeting convened at 6:28 p.m. 1. MOMENT OF REFLECTION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE – Mayor Borgelin led a moment of reflection and Commissioner Bustamante led the pledge of allegiance. 2. ROLL CALL – There was a quorum. Mayor Samson Borgelin - present Vice Mayor Dee Lewis-Ricketts - present Commissioner Mario Bustamante - present Commission Luke Lewis - present Commissioner Dr. Regina Martin - present City Manager Michael Sargis - present Attorney Paul Hernandez was present in place of Attorney Samuel S. Goren. Deputy Clerk Susan Slattery was present in place of City Clerk Elizabeth Garcia-Beckford. 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES a. June 25, 2024 – Commissioner Lewis moved to approve as presented. Seconded by Vice Mayor Lewis-Ricketts. Clerk took roll. All YES. Motion passed. 4. PRESENTATIONS a. Faith and Love Empowerment Center Donation - City Manager Sargis presented a $1,000 donation check to Faith and Love Empowerment Center. b. Recognition Lt. Houston Holcombe, North Lauderdale Fire/Rescue Department National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians – 2024 Paramedic of the Year – Chief Sweet recognized and congratulated Lt. Houston Holcombe for being chosen as 2024 National Paramedic of the Year. c. Broward Sheriff's Office – Captain Beaubrun and Sgt Thomas Gentile recognized June 2024 Employee of the Month, Detective Natasha Duran. d. Munis Utility Billing Conversion Update by Mitch Williams, IT Director – Cheree Ladner, Project Manager of Berry Dunn presented an update on the Utility Billing conversion. City Manager Sargis introduced two new employees, Dennys Garcia, Business License Tax Receipts and Ronald Cap, Accounting and Purchasing Coordinator.

2 Mayor Borgelin affirmed his commitment to upholding the Charter and Code of Ordinances and read a statement into the record and commented that he remains focused on serving the best interests of the community. 5. PROCLAMATIONS - None 6. PUBLIC COMMENTS Linda Jones-Vickers – thanked Sean Lypher for his assistance with garbage bins, commented on Code Enforcement and placement of garbage bins. Annie Ascencio – commented on Code Enforcement ticket received, complained about parking around 8 th Court on the swales. Bill Lester – thanked Commission for work that they do, commented on bulk trash pickup and Code Enforcement. Shawn Walker, Founder of Motivating Future Leaders - commented regarding looking for youth to participate in his program regarding computer coding and public speaking. Kimotta Johnson – asked for clarification of when a resident will receive a response to their request, requests an update on Riverside and inquires if the issue with the windows at Somerset has been resolved. Marlo Agold – commented on information being given to residents, items on agenda without backup memorandums, Commission making rush decisions and progress on canals. Paul Wilder – commented his thanks to City Manager and Commission for trash receptacles along Boulevard of Champions, pressure washing along side streets along Boulevard of Champions, pet waste bags, canal updates, cracking of sidewalks along Boulevard of Champions, speed bumps and lack of fluid communication. Cheryl Gordon – stated thank you for the Breaking the Silence event on October 5, 2024 Mayor Samson Borgelin requested a schedule on the clean-up of the canals. Mayor Borgelin requested moving Item 9l forward. There was a consensus of the Commission to move this item forward. 7. QUASI-JUDICIAL ITEMS a. SUBJECT - SEU 24-11 La Costa Lauderdale Inc. Commissioner Dr. Martin moved to read. Seconded by Vice Mayor Lewis-Ricketts. Attorney read: Motion - To approve the proposed SEU permit is subject to the nine (9) conditions recommended by staff.

3 Tanya Davis-Hernandez presented the item based on the back up memorandum. Applicant was present and stated she agrees with the nine (9) conditions. Public hearing was opened. There were no comments. Public hearing was closed. Commissioner Lewis moved to approve subject to the nine (9) conditions. Seconded by Commissioner Bustamante. Clerk took roll. All YES. Motion passed. 8. CONSENT AGENDA Items 8h and 8i were pulled from the Consent Agenda and heard separately. Commissioner Lewis moved to read the Consent agenda minus items 8h and 8i. Seconded by Commissioner Bustamante. Attorney read Consent Agenda minus items 8h and 8i: a. RESOLUTION - Request for Authorization for the City Manager to Execute Assignment/Novation Agreements with Goodwyn Mills Cawood, LLC (GMC) For Debris Monitoring Services Valid Until August 9, 2025 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF NORTH LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE ASSIGNMENT/NOVATION AGREEMENTS WITH GOODWYN MILLS CAWOOD, LLC (GMC) FOR DEBRIS MONITORING SERVICES VALID UNTIL AUGUST 9, 2025; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT, PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY, AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. RESOLUTION NO. 24-07-1492 PASSED AND APPROVED UNANIMOUSLY b. RESOLUTION - Employee Group Health, Vision and Dental Insurance Renewal Fiscal Year (FY) 2024/2025 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF NORTH LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER OR HIS DESIGNEE TO PROCEED WITH THE RENEWAL CONTRACT BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF NORTH LAUDERDALE AND THE FLORIDA LEAGUE OF CITIES FOR EMPLOYEE GROUP INSURANCE BENEFITS AS OUTLINED IN SECTION 1 OF THIS RESOLUTION FOR FISCAL YEAR 2024/2025; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. RESOLUTION NO. 24-07-1493 PASSED AND APPROVED UNANIMOUSLY c. RESOLUTION - Employee Group Insurance (Life, Short-Term Disability & Long-Term Disability) Renewal - Fiscal Year (FY) 2024/2025 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF NORTH LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER OR HIS DESIGNEE TO ENTER INTO A ONE YEAR CONTRACT WITH METLIFE FOR THE PURCHASE OF GROUP LIFE, ACCIDENTAL DEATH AND DISMEMBERMENT, SHORT- TERM DISABILITY AND LONG-TERM DISABILITY INSURANCE COVERAGE; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. RESOLUTION NO. 24-07-1494 PASSED AND APPROVED UNANIMOUSLY

4 d. RESOLUTION - Flexible Spending Account Plan Renewal FY 2024/2025 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF NORTH LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER OR HIS DESIGNEE TO PROCEED WITH THE RENEWAL CONTRACT BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF NORTH LAUDERDALE AND AMERIFLEX AND AUTHORIZING COLONIAL INSURANCE TO ADMINISTER A FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT PROGRAM FOR THE CITY EMPLOYEES AS OUTLINED IN SECTION 1 OF THIS RESOLUTION FOR FISCAL YEAR 2024/2025; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. RESOLUTION NO. 24-07-1495 PASSED AND APPROVED UNANIMOUSLY e. RESOLUTION - Approval to Award RFP # 24-PW-008 Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Preventative Maintenance and Repair Services to PREMIER AIR CONDITIONING AND REFRIGERATION, INC. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF NORTH LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH PREMIER AIR CONDITIONING AND REFRIGERATION, INC. TO PROVIDE HVAC PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR SERVICES AS OUTLINED IN RFP # 24-PW-008; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. RESOLUTION NO. 24-07-1496 PASSED AND APPROVED UNANIMOUSLY f. RESOLUTION - First Amendment to Interlocal Agreement between Broward County and City of North Lauderdale for Community Shuttle Service. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF NORTH LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER OR HIS DESIGNEE TO RENEW THE INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN BROWARD COUNTY AND CITY OF NORTH LAUDERDALE FOR COMMUNITY SHUTTLE SERVICE AND ENTER INTO THE FIRST AMENDMENT TO INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN BROWARD COUNTY AND THE CITY OF NORTH LAUDERDALE FOR COMMUNITY SHUTTLE SERVICE FOR THE SURTAX FUNDING OF THE COMMUNITY SHUTTLE;PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; FOR SERVABILITY; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. RESOLUTION NO. 24-07-1497 PASSED AND APPROVED UNANIMOUSLY g. RESOLUTION - Re-appointing Jehan Wilson to the Community Sustainability Board. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF NORTH LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA, PROVIDING FOR THE APPOINTMENT OF JEHAN D. WILSON (SPONSORED BY COMMISSIONER MARIO BUSTAMANTE) TO SERVE ON THE COMMUNITY SUSTAINABILITY BOARD; PROVIDING FOR TERM OF OFFICE AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. RESOLUTION NO. 24-07-1498 PASSED AND APPROVED UNANIMOUSLY Commissioner Lewis moved to approve the Consent Agenda as read minus items 8h & 8i. Seconded by Vice Mayor Lewis-Ricketts. Clerk took roll. All YES. Motion passed.

5 Commissioner Dr. Martin moved to read. Seconded by Commissioner Lewis. Attorney read: h. RESOLUTION - Broward Sheriff's Office (BSO) Enhanced Service Agreement A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF NORTH LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER OR HIS DESIGNEE TO ENTER INTO THE ENHANCED SERVICES AGREEMENT FOR POLICE SERVICES WITH THE BROWARD SHERIFF’S OFFICE; PROVIDING FOR FUNDING; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. City Manager Sargis presented the item based on the back up memorandum. Public hearing was opened. There were no comments. Public hearing was closed. Commission discussion ensued. Commissioner Dr. Martin moves to direct City Manager to provide additional documentation to the City Commission. Seconded by Commissioner Lewis. Clerk took roll. All YES. Motion passed. Commissioner Dr. Martin moved to approve. Seconded by Commissioner Lewis. Clerk took roll. All YES. Motion passed. RESOLUTION NO. 24-07-1499 PASSED AND APPROVED UNANIMOUSLY. i. RESOLUTION - Approval to Award ITB # 24-PW-007 the Hauling and Disposal of Lime Sludge to PROLIME CORPORATION Commissioner Dr. Martin moved to read. Seconded by Commissioner Lewis. Attorney read: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF NORTH LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA, TO AWARD ITB # 24-PW-007 AND AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A THREE-YEAR SERVICES CONTRACT WITH ONE (1) TWO-YEAR RENEWAL OPTION WITH PROLIME CORPORATION FOR THE WATER TREATMENT PLANT LIME SLUDGE HAULING AND DISPOSAL IN THE BUDGETED AMOUNT OF $250K ANNUALLY AND ALSO RATIFY THE EMERGENCY APPROVAL OF AN ADDITIONAL $25K BY THE CITY MANAGER; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT, PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Neil Buckeridge, Utilities Superintendent presented the item based on the back up memorandum and revised language of 30 cubic yards as agreed by the City. Public Hearing was opened. There were no comments. Public hearing was closed. Commissioner discussion ensued. Vice Mayor Lewis-Ricketts confirmed the length of the contract is 3 years with an option to renew for an additional 2 years. Vice Mayor Lewis-Ricketts moved to approve. Seconded by Commissioner Lewis. Clerk took roll. All YES. Motion passed. RESOLUTION NO. 24-07-1500 PASSED AND APPROVED UNANIMOUSLY. 9. OTHER BUSINESS a. ORDINANCE - Establishing the Teen Council Advisory Board Commissioner Lewis moved to read. Seconded by Vice Mayor Lewis-Ricketts. Attorney read:

6 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF NORTH LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA; AMENDING CHAPTER 2 OF THE CITY’S CODE OF ORDINANCES ENTITLED “ADMINISTRATION” TO AMEND ARTICLE III ENTITLED “BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS” BY AMENDING DIVISION 3; ESTABLISHING THE TEEN COUNCIL ADVISORY BOARD; PROVIDING FOR COMPOSITION; PROVIDING FOR MEETINGS; PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. City Manager Sargis presented the item based on the back up memorandum. Mayor Borgelin reiterated that this ordinance mimics the City of Miramar’s program. Public hearing was opened. There were no comments. Public hearing was closed. Commissioner Lewis moved to adopt on second reading. Seconded by Commissioner Dr. Martin. Clerk took roll. All YES. Motion passed. ORDINANCE NO. 24-07-1481 PASSED AND APPROVED UNANIMOUSLY. b. RESOLUTION - Comprehensive Pay and Classification Plan - Fiscal Year 2025 Commissioner Lewis moved to read. Seconded by Commissioner Dr. Martin. Attorney read: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF NORTH LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA, REPEALING RESOLUTION 23-09-1323 WHICH RESOLUTION DID ADOPT THE CITY OF NORTH LAUDERDALE COMPREHENSIVE PAY AND CLASSIFICATION PLAN FOR FISCAL YEAR 2024, AS AMENDED FROM TIME TO TIME, AND HEREBY ESTABLISHING AND ADOPTING A REVISED PAY AND CLASSIFICATION PLAN FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025 COMMENCING ON OCTOBER 1, 2024; PROVIDING FOR THE ESTABLISHMENT OF NEW CLASSIFICATIONS; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Commissioner Lewis moved to table to September 10, 2024. Seconded by Commissioner Dr. Martin. Clerk took roll. All YES. Item tabled to September 10, 2024. c. RESOLUTION - Chen Moore and Associates Engineering services for Traffic Calming Diverter Island at SW 81st Avenue and SW 17th Street Commissioner Dr. Martin moved to read. Seconded by Commissioner Lewis. Attorney read: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF NORTH LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER OR HIS DESIGNEE TO ISSUE A PURCHASE ORDER TO CHEN MOORE AND ASSOCIATES IN AN AMOUNT OF $55,888.92, FOR THE PROVISION OF ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR TRAFFIC CALMING DIVERTER AT THE INTERSECTION OF SW 81ST AVENUE AND SW 17 STREET; AS WELL AS AUTHORIZING A CONTIGENCY OF $15,000 FOR ANY BROWARD COUNTY REQUESTS AS PART OF PERMITTING PROCESS; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. City Manager Michael Sargis, City Manager presented the item based on the back up memorandum. Public hearing was opened. There were no comments. Public hearing was closed. Commissioner Lewis moved to table to September 10, 2024. Seconded by Commissioner Dr. Martin. Clerk took roll. All YES. Motion passed. Item tabled to September 10, 2024.

7 d. Subject - Title and Purpose: Comprehensive Salary Transparency Measures, (Mayor Samson Borgelin). Commissioner Lewis moved to read. Seconded by Commissioner Dr. Martin. Attorney read: Discussion and Motion to identify and adopt comprehensive salary transparency measures to be included in the annual budget visioning sessions. Commissioner Lewis moved to table to September 10, 2024. Seconded by Commissioner Dr. Martin. Clerk took roll. All YES. Motion passed. Item tabled to September 10, 2024. e. SUBJECT - Title and Purpose: Regular Salary Reporting and Updates , (Mayor Samson Borgelin). Commissioner Lewis moved to read. Seconded by Commissioner Bustamante. Attorney read: Discussion and Motion mandating regular salary reporting and updates of salaries as part of the annual budget preparation process. Commissioner Lewis moved to table to September 10, 2024. Seconded by Commissioner Dr. Martin. Clerk took roll. All YES. Motion passed. Item tabled to September 10, 2024. f. SUBJECT - Title and Purpose: Public Accessibility and Transparency of Salary Information, (Mayor Samson Borgelin). Commissioner Dr. Martin moved to read. Seconded by Commissioner Lewis. Attorney read: Discussion and Motion identifying and adopting a process whereby all salary information is made easily accessible to the public. Commissioner Lewis moved to table to September 10, 2024. Seconded by Commissioner Dr. Martin. Clerk took roll. All YES. Motion passed. Item tabled to September 10, 2024. g. SUBJECT - Title and Purpose: Establishment of a Salary and Compensation Oversight Committee, (Mayor Samson Borgelin). Commissioner Dr. Martin moved to read. Seconded by Commissioner Lewis. Attorney read: Discussion and Motion to establish a committee to monitor and review the City’s salary and compensation practices. Commissioner Lewis moved to table to September 10, 2024. Seconded by Commissioner Dr. Martin. Clerk took roll. All YES. Motion passed. Item tabled to September 10, 2024.

8 h. SUBJECT - Title and Purpose: Integration of Salary Information in Annual Budget Documents, (Mayor Samson Borgelin). Commissioner Dr. Martin moved to read. Seconded by Vice Mayor Lewis-Ricketts. Attorney read: Discussion and Motion to integrate detailed salary information into the annual budget documents. Commissioner Lewis moved to table to September 10, 2024. Seconded by Vice Mayor Lewis-Ricketts. Clerk took roll. All YES. Motion passed. Item tabled to September 10, 2024. i. SUBJECT - Title and Purpose: Enhancement of Public Engagement in Budget Visioning Sessions, (Mayor Samson Borgelin). Commissioner Dr. Martin moved to read. Seconded by Commissioner Lewis. Attorney read. Commissioner Dr. Martin moved to table to September 10, 2024. Seconded by Commissioner Lewis. Clerk took roll. All YES. Motion passed. Item tabled to September 10, 2024. j. SUBJECT - Title and Purpose: Compliance with Legal and Privacy Standards, (Mayor Samson Borgelin). Commissioner Dr. Martin moved to read. Seconded by Commissioner Lewis. Attorney read: Discussion and Motion to ensure compliance with all legal and privacy standards when reporting salary information. Commissioner Lewis moved to table to September 10, 2024. Seconded by Vice Mayor Lewis-Ricketts. Clerk took roll. All YES. Motion passed. Item tabled to September 10, 2024. k. SUBJECT - Title and Purpose: Regular Review and Improvement of Transparency Measures, (Mayor Samson Borgelin). Commissioner Dr. Martin moved to read. Seconded by Vice Mayor Lewis-Ricketts. Attorney read: Discussion and Motion to regularly review and improve transparency measures related to salary reporting. Commissioner Lewis moved to table to September 10, 2024. Seconded by Commissioner Dr. Martin. Clerk took roll. All YES. Motion passed. Item tabled to September 10, 2024. l. SUBJECT - Motion to Direct Selection Process of Interim and Permanent City Attorney.

9 This item was moved to the beginning of the agenda after Public Comments by consensus of the Commission. Vice Mayor Lewis-Ricketts moved to read. Seconded by Commissioner Lewis. Attorney read: Motion to Direct Selection Process of Interim and Permanent City Attorney. City Manager Sargis presented the item and reiterated the City Attorney is a direct hire of the Commission. He stated that this is the Commission’s process and the Commission will decide how to proceed. Discussion ensued on hiring In House counsel, Interim City Attorney or Permanent City Attorney. It was clarified there is not a rush, this needs to be a thorough process. City Manager suggested sending out correspondence to all cities in Broward County and then choose the top five to send a letter to for Letter of Interest. Discussion ensued about the current City Attorney’s Florida Bar obligation, establishing a special search committee within 14 days, to begin the process of hiring a permanent City Attorney. The search committee would be tasked with soliciting applications, reviewing the candidates and making recommendations to the City Commission. Additional discussion ensued regarding a collaborative transition plan to be completed within the next 15-30 days and understanding how long the current City Attorney will be available to the City. Public hearing was opened. The following individuals spoke on the process of hiring a City Attorney: Paul Wilder, Kimotta Johnson, Vincente Thrower. Finance Director Kelly Schwartz requested clarification on the process. Direction was given to provide approximate costs paid by neighboring cities of this size at the workshop. Commissioner Dr. Martin moved to schedule an Emergency Special Workshop for August 7, 2024 at 3:00 p.m. to discuss the process of choosing a City Attorney. Seconded by Vice Mayor Lewis-Ricketts. Clerk took roll. All YES. Motion passed. Emergency Special Workshop set for August 7, 2024 at 3:00 p.m. m. SUBJECT - City Manager Evaluation Commissioner Dr. Martin moved to read. Seconded by Commissioner Lewis. Attorney read. Commissioner Lewis moved to table to September 10, 2024. Seconded by Commissioner Dr. Martin. Clerk took roll. All YES. Motion passed. Item tabled to September 10, 2024. n. SUBJECT - City Clerk Evaluation Commissioner Dr. Martin moved to read. Seconded by Commissioner Lewis. Attorney read. Commissioner Lewis moved to table to September 10, 2024. Seconded by Commissioner Dr. Martin. Clerk took roll. All YES. Motion passed. Item tabled to September 10, 2024. 10. REPORTS - None 11. CITY MANAGER COMMENTS – City Manager Sargis announced the following: a. Path to US Citizenship, Saturday, August 10, 2024, 10:00 a.m. -12 noon, Teen/ Recreation Center

10 b. Backpack Giveaway, Saturday, August 3, 2024, 12 noon - 4:00 p.m., at the North Lauderdale Sports Complex c. Doing Good in the Hood Back to School Extravaganza, Saturday, August 10, 2024, 1 pm- 4 pm, Morrow Elementary School d. Proposed Purchases - Property Value – This item will be discussed at the August 7, 2024 Workshop. e. North Lauderdale Fire Rescue - Gold Award – This item will be discussed at a later meeting f. County CRA Response – This item will be discussed at a later meeting g. Subject - 6800 SW 16 ST – This item will be discussed at the August 7, 2024 Workshop City Manager Sargis commented Broward County has begun to clean the canal by Spin Car Wash and Belmont. It should be concluded by August 9, 2024. Mayor Borgelin requested a sign near the canal that states the canal belongs to Broward County. Mr. Sargis stated this request has been sent to Broward County, as well as a request for a fence from the owner of the storage units has also been sent to Broward County. Chief Sweet announced a tragic drowning of a 30-year-old male that happened this evening in a canal near 871 SW 66 th block. 12. COMMISSION COMMENTS Mayor - At- Large - Samson Borgelin – Mayor Borgelin asked about the three items that he requested be placed on this agenda for Deputy City Manager (2 positions), Assistant City Attorney and Internal Auditor. City Manager Sargis stated the requests were received on Friday after the agenda had been distributed. These positions will be added to the Comprehensive Pay Plan which will be coming back on September 10, 2024. City Attorney commented on signed written memorandums being required with items on the agenda per City Code. He also stated these offices would require a Charter amendment which would need to be passed by ordinance and create a referendum to be considered by the residents. The earliest election for this is March 2025. Mayor Borgelin commented on the need for the City Charter and Code of Ordinances to be updated and modernized. He also stated that every project is to have a coversheet with a project management plan and checklist starting with the next meeting. Mayor Borgelin commented on Weiss, Serota law firm assisting with the update/modernization of the City Charter and City Code of Ordinances. Mayor Borgelin further commented that he will not move on with these items this evening. a. Creation of Office of Employee Relations and Professional Development - This item was not discussed. a. Vice Mayor Darrell (Dee) Lewis-Ricketts - District D – announced that the dedicated direct phone line for seniors and the health channel are both up and running on the City’s website.

11 She thanked City Manager, IT Director and Parks and Recreation Director for their work on this. b. Commissioner Luke Lewis – District A – commented on the backpack giveaway being held on August 3, 2024, Commission consensus to allow Commissioner Lewis to use $500 of his discretionary funds and bring back for ratification at a future Commission meeting, announced that he will be holding his annual turkey giveaway and annual Friendsgiving in November as one event. c. Commissioner Mario Bustamante - District B – commented on the “party house” at 1650 SW 63 Terrace. City Manager Sargis stated residents should not be concerned about calling the police. You can report police activity anonymously. d. Commissioner Dr. Regina Martin - District C – Commission consensus to allow Commissioner Dr. Martin to use $500 of her discretionary funds and bring back at a future Commission meeting for ratification, reminded residents in District “C” of the backpack giveaway on August 3, 2024 , gas giveaway on August 10, 2024 and prayer walk on August 17, 2024. She invited Mayor Borgelin and other Commissioners to the event on Saturday, August 3, 2024. Commissioner Lewis left the meeting at 10:19 p.m. 13. CITY CLERK COMMENTS - None 14. CITY ATTORNEY COMMENTS - None 15. ADJOURNMENT – There being no further business, meeting adjourned at 10:36 p.m. Submitted by Elizabeth Garcia-Beckford, MMC City Clerk Approved September 10, 2024.