Coral Springs City Commission Regular Meeting — Coral Springs, FL
Date: 2026-04-20

CITY OF CORAL SPRINGS, FLORIDA

 CORAL SPRINGS CITY COMMISSION
 REGULAR MEETING
 REVISED AGENDA
 03/31/2026 2:51 PM


Wednesday, April 1, 2026 Commission Chambers, City Hall
9:00 AM 9500 West Sample Road
 Coral Springs, Florida 33065

Call to Order

Roll Call

Moment of Silence

Pledge of Allegiance

 Coral Springs Charter School, Government Academy Students

Recognitions/Proclamations/Presentations
 1. Presentation, Broward County Property Appraiser
 (Marty Kiar)

 2. Recognition, Dr. Bessie Cristwell
 (City Commission)
 Request that the City Commission recognize Dr. Bessie Cristwell for her impact on and
 contributions to our community.

 3. Plaque Presentation, SolSmart Silver Designation
 (Andrea Lemaitre)
 Request to recognize the City of Coral Springs for receiving the SolSmart Silver Designation
 Award.

 4. Proclamation, Tuskegee Airmen Commemoration Day
 (City Commission)
 Request that the City Commission proclaim March 26, 2026 as "Tuskegee Airmen
 Commemoration Day" in the City of Coral Springs.

 5. Proclamation, Autism Acceptance Month
 (City Commission)
 Request that the City Commission proclaim the month of April 2026 as “Autism Acceptance
 Month” in the City of Coral Springs.

 6. Proclamation, National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week
 (Brad Mock)
 Request that the City Commission proclaim April 12-18, 2026 as “National Public Safety
 Telecommunicators Week” in the City of Coral Springs.
 7. Proclamation, National Animal Control Officer Appreciation Week
 (Brad Mock)
 Request that the City Commission proclaim April 12-18, 2026 as “National Animal Control
 Officer Appreciation Week” in the City of Coral Springs.

 8. Proclamation, Fair Housing Month
 (Tracey-Ann Anthony)
 Request that the City Commission proclaim the month of April 2026 as “Fair Housing Month”
 in the City of Coral Springs.

 9. Proclamation, Building Safety Month
 (Alexander Hernandez)
 Request that the City Commission proclaim May 2026 as "Built to Last! Building Safety
 Month" in the City of Coral Springs.
Public Comment

Public Hearings/Special Meeting Announcements: None.

Consent
 10. Proclamation, Child Abuse Prevention Month (City Commission)
 Request that the City Commission proclaim the month of April 2026 as “Child Abuse
 Prevention Month” in the City of Coral Springs.
 (REQUEST TO PROCLAIM)

 11. Digital Evidence Storage and Retrieval Systems (Brad Mock)
 Request to amend contract to include updated Florida Statutes for Digital Evidence Storage
 and Retrieval System to Foray Technologies of San Diego, California; and to authorize the
 Purchasing Manager to approve contract renewals within the procurement authority of
 $75,000.
 Funding Source: Approved Operating Budget.
 Strategic Goal: Innovative, High Performing and Sustainable Organization.
 (REQUEST TO AMEND, AUTHORIZE)

 12. Proclamation, Arab American Heritage Month (City Commission)
 Request that the City Commission proclaim the month of April 2026 as “Arab American
 Heritage Month” in the City of Coral Springs.
 (REQUEST TO PROCLAIM)

 18. Royal Palm Boulevard Joint Participation Agreement - FDOT 445519-1 Safety Project
 (Chad Maraj)1
 Request to approve the Joint Participation Agreement between Broward County and the City
 of Coral Springs for roadway safety improvements along Royal Palm Boulevard. Broward
 County and the city have agreed that the county will deliver a road construction project on a
 municipal roadway under the city’s jurisdiction, identified as the Royal Palm Boulevard
 Safety Improvements, within the area described in Exhibit A (the “Project Corridor”). The
 Project will include roadway safety enhancements along Royal Palm Boulevard from
 approximately 500 feet east of University Drive to approximately 2,000 feet west of Riverside
 Drive. Additional safety improvements will take place at the intersections of Royal Palm
 Boulevard with NW 91st Avenue and NW 89th Drive, along with operational upgrades at the
 intersection of Royal Palm Boulevard and Riverside Drive (collectively, the “Project”).
 Funding Source: Approved Capital Budget.
 Strategic Goal: A Family-Friendly Community.
 (REQUEST TO APPROVE)

Policy Formation and Direction
 13. Ordinance 2026-101, Second Reading, Zoning Ordinance (LDA26-0001) (Tina Jou)
 Request to approve and adopt on second reading Ordinance 2026-101, amending various
 sections of Chapter 25 of the Land Development Code of the City of Coral Springs, entitled
 “Zoning Ordinance”, to include definitions and additional uses in the B-2 and B-3 business
 zoning districts and IC and IRD industrial districts; providing for conflicts; providing for
 severability; providing for codification; and providing for an effective date. First reading held
 March 25, 2026. (LDA26-0001)
 Funding Source: Not Applicable.
 Strategic Goal: A Thriving, Resilient Business Community.
 (REQUEST TO APPROVE, ADOPT)

 14. Ordinance 2026-104, Second Reading, Building Exteriors & Roof Colors (Tina Jou)
 Request to approve and adopt on second reading Ordinance 2026-104, amending Section
 8-20.2 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Coral Springs entitled, "Building Exteriors"
 and multiple sections of Chapter 25 of the Land Development Code of the City of Coral
 Springs that relate to roof colors in residential zoning districts to conform the city’s codes to
 Section 166.0483, Florida Statutes; providing for conflicts; providing for severability;
 providing for codification; and providing for an effective date. First reading held March 25,
 2026.
 Funding Source: Not Applicable.
 Strategic Goal: An Attractive Community.
 (REQUEST TO APPROVE, ADOPT)
 15. HVAC Systems (Chad Maraj)
 Request to award contract #26-C-068 for HVAC Systems to Flo-Tech Mechanical of Coral
 Springs, Florida via Pompano Beach Contract No. RFP25-019 for a not to exceed annual
 amount of $1,000,000 from April 1,2026 through November 1, 2028.
 Funding Source: Approved Capital and Approved Operating Budget.
 Strategic Goal: An Innovative, High-Performing and Sustainable Organization.
 (REQUEST TO AWARD)

 16. Appointments, 2026-2027 Broward League of Cities Board of Directors (Luwam
 Ghermay)
 Request to consider the appointments of Vice Mayor Nancy Metayer Bowen as the Director;
 Commissioner Shawn Cerra as the Alternate; and Commissioner Joseph McHugh as the
 Second Alternate to attend and vote at any of the Broward League of Cities Board of
 Directors or General Membership meetings held where an elected official represents the
 City of Coral Springs for the 2026-27 year.
 (REQUEST TO APPOINT)

 17. Reappointment, Firefighters’ Pension Board of Trustees (Dale Pazdra)
 Request to consider reappointment of Julie Krolak to the City of Coral Springs Firefighters’
 Pension Plan Board of Trustees. The appointment would be effective from May 24, 2026
 through May 23, 2030.
 (REQUEST TO REAPPOINT)

Commission Communications
City Manager's Communication

City Attorney's Communication

Adjournment

Next Regular Meeting: Tuesday, April 14, 2026, 6:30 p.m.

If a person decides to appeal any decision made by the City Commission with respect to these matters,
individual(s) must ensure that verbatim record of the proceedings is made. The record should include the
testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

Persons with disabilities who need an accommodation to participate in this proceeding should contact the City
Clerk’s Office at 954-344-1065 at least three (3) days in advance. If you are hearing or speech impaired, you may
contact the Office of the City Clerk through the Florida Relay Service, 711.

Public Comment (Coral Springs Municipal Code, Chapter 2, Article I, Sec. 2-2):

The City Commission of the City of Coral Springs, at each regularly scheduled meeting (first and third
Wednesdays), shall entertain public comment. Anyone desiring to address the City Commission must submit a
written request to the City Clerk. City Commission meetings are a limited public forum and public comment is
limited to matters pertinent to the City. Public comments will be held in the priority order in which they are
received. Each request shall succinctly detail the matter to be brought before the City Commission; shall contain
the address and phone number where the speaker can be reached if the need arises; and shall be dated and
signed.

Items on the agenda which are not designated as Public Hearings must be discussed during the public comment
period. Waiver of rules. By majority vote, the City Commission may invite public discussion on any agenda item
and thereby waive the proscriptions otherwise outlined in this section.

Decorum to be maintained. In every case where a speaker is recognized by the Mayor to discuss an agenda
item, speaker shall step to the podium, state their name and address for the benefit of the City Clerk, and identify
any group or organization speaker represents. Speaker shall then succinctly state their position regarding the
item before the City Commission. Order shall be maintained at each City Commission meeting and the Mayor is
hereby empowered to order from the room anyone who refuses to comply with the rules and regulations outlined
in this section. The Police Chief or his authorized agent in attendance at the meeting shall carry out the order of
the Mayor in this regard.

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1 Item 18: Amended Funding Source and Strategic Goal.

CITY OF CORAL SPRINGS, FLORIDA

 CORAL SPRINGS CITY COMMISSION
 REGULAR MEETING
 SUMMARY

 Wednesday, April 1, 2026 Commission Chambers, City Hall
 9:00 AM 9500 West Sample Road
 Coral Springs, Florida 33065

Call to Order

Mayor Brook called the meeting to order at 9:20 a.m.

Roll Call
Mayor Scott Brook
Vice Mayor Nancy Metayer Bowen (Absent)
Commissioner Shawn Cerra (Attended via telephone)
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

 Coral Springs Charter School, Government Academy Students

Recognitions/Proclamations/Presentations
 1. Presentation, Broward County Property Appraiser
 (Marty Kiar)
 Broward County Property Appraiser Marty Kiar presented fiscal impact estimates for Broward
 County and the City of Coral Springs. Discussion ensued and Mr. Kiar fielded questions from
 the city commission.

 2. Recognition, Dr. Bessie Cristwell
 (City Commission)
 The City Commission recognized Dr. Bessie Cristwell for her impact on and contributions to
 our community.

 3. Plaque Presentation, SolSmart Silver Designation
 (Andrea Lemaitre)
 The City of Coral Springs was recognized for receiving the SolSmart Silver Designation Award.
 Sustainability Manager Ms. Lemaitre presented the award to the Commission.

 4. Proclamation, Tuskegee Airmen Commemoration Day
 (City Commission)
 The City Commission proclaimed March 26, 2026 as "Tuskegee Airmen Commemoration
 Day" in the City of Coral Springs.
 5. Proclamation, Autism Acceptance Month
 (City Commission)
 The City Commission proclaimed the month of April 2026 as “Autism Acceptance Month” in
 the City of Coral Springs.

 6. Proclamation, National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week
 (Brad Mock)
 The City Commission proclaimed April 12-18, 2026 as “National Public Safety
 Telecommunicators Week” in the City of Coral Springs.

 7. Proclamation, National Animal Control Officer Appreciation Week
 (Brad Mock)
 The City Commission proclaimed April 12-18, 2026 as “National Animal Control Officer
 Appreciation Week” in the City of Coral Springs.

 8. Proclamation, Fair Housing Month
 (Tracey-Ann Anthony)
 The City Commission proclaimed the month of April 2026 as “Fair Housing Month” in the City
 of Coral Springs.

 9. Proclamation, Building Safety Month
 (Alexander Hernandez)
 The City Commission proclaimed May 2026 as "Built to Last! Building Safety Month" in the
 City of Coral Springs.
Public Comment
  • Kevin Deutsch urged the Commission to adopt the International Holocaust Remembrance
 Alliance (IHRA) definition of antisemitism.
 Mayor Brook requested that the matter be discussed at the next City Commission Workshop.
  • Joe Morera expressed concerns regarding the figures provided by Broward County Property
 Appraiser Marty Kiar and extended holiday greetings to the community.

Public Hearings/Special Meeting Announcements: None.

Consent

 Motion: To approve consent items 10 through 12, and 18.
 Result: Passed 4 – 0 (Unanimously)
 Mover: Commissioner Simmons
 Seconder: Commissioner McHugh

 10. Proclamation, Child Abuse Prevention Month (City Commission)
 The City Commission proclaimed the month of April 2026 as “Child Abuse Prevention Month”
 in the City of Coral Springs.
 (REQUEST TO PROCLAIM)

 11. Digital Evidence Storage and Retrieval Systems (Brad Mock)
 Request to amend contract to include updated Florida Statutes for Digital Evidence Storage
 and Retrieval System to Foray Technologies of San Diego, California; and to authorize the
 Purchasing Manager to approve contract renewals within the procurement authority of
 $75,000.
 Funding Source: Approved Operating Budget.
 Strategic Goal: Innovative, High Performing and Sustainable Organization.
 (REQUEST TO AMEND, AUTHORIZE)
 12. Proclamation, Arab American Heritage Month (City Commission)
 The City Commission proclaimed the month of April 2026 as “Arab American Heritage Month”
 in the City of Coral Springs.
 (REQUEST TO PROCLAIM)

 18. Royal Palm Boulevard Joint Participation Agreement - FDOT 445519-1 Safety Project
 (Chad Maraj)
 Request to approve the Joint Participation Agreement between Broward County and the City
 of Coral Springs for roadway safety improvements along Royal Palm Boulevard. Broward
 County and the city have agreed that the county will deliver a road construction project on a
 municipal roadway under the city’s jurisdiction, identified as the Royal Palm Boulevard Safety
 Improvements, within the area described in Exhibit A (the “Project Corridor”). The Project will
 include roadway safety enhancements along Royal Palm Boulevard from approximately 500
 feet east of University Drive to approximately 2,000 feet west of Riverside Drive. Additional
 safety improvements will take place at the intersections of Royal Palm Boulevard with NW
 91st Avenue and NW 89th Drive, along with operational upgrades at the intersection of Royal
 Palm Boulevard and Riverside Drive (collectively, the “Project”).
 Funding Source: Approved Capital Budget.
 Strategic Goal: A Family-Friendly Community.
 (REQUEST TO APPROVE)

Policy Formation and Direction
 13. Ordinance 2026-101, Second Reading, Zoning Ordinance (LDA26-0001) (Tina Jou)
 Request to approve and adopt on second reading Ordinance 2026-101, amending various
 sections of Chapter 25 of the Land Development Code of the City of Coral Springs, entitled
 “Zoning Ordinance”, to include definitions and additional uses in the B-2 and B-3 business
 zoning districts and IC and IRD industrial districts; providing for conflicts; providing for
 severability; providing for codification; and providing for an effective date. First reading held
 March 25, 2026. (LDA26-0001)
 Funding Source: Not Applicable.
 Strategic Goal: A Thriving, Resilient Business Community.
 (REQUEST TO APPROVE, ADOPT)

 City Attorney Hearn read the item into the record. Director Tina Jou presented the item.

 Motion: To approve Ordinance 2026-101.
 Result: Passed 4 – 0 (Unanimously)
 Mover: Commissioner Simmons
 Seconder: Commissioner McHugh

 14. Ordinance 2026-104, Second Reading, Building Exteriors & Roof Colors (Tina Jou)
 Request to approve and adopt on second reading Ordinance 2026-104, amending Section 8-
 20.2 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Coral Springs entitled, "Building Exteriors" and
 multiple sections of Chapter 25 of the Land Development Code of the City of Coral Springs
 that relate to roof colors in residential zoning districts to conform the city’s codes to Section
 166.0483, Florida Statutes; providing for conflicts; providing for severability; providing for
 codification; and providing for an effective date. First reading held March 25, 2026.
 Funding Source: Not Applicable.
 Strategic Goal: An Attractive Community.
 (REQUEST TO APPROVE, ADOPT)

 City Attorney Hearn read the item into the record. Director Jou presented the item. Discussion
 ensued. The Commission will review the city’s current list of colors for discussion at a future
 Workshop.
 Motion: To approve Ordinance 2026-104.
 Result: Passed 4 – 0 (Unanimously)
 Mover: Commissioner McHugh
 Seconder: Commissioner Simmons


  15. HVAC Systems (Chad Maraj)
 Request to award contract #26-C-068 for HVAC Systems to Flo-Tech Mechanical of Coral
 Springs, Florida via Pompano Beach Contract No. RFP25-019 for a not to exceed annual
 amount of $1,000,000 from April 1,2026 through November 1, 2028.
 Funding Source: Approved Capital and Approved Operating Budget.
 Strategic Goal: An Innovative, High-Performing and Sustainable Organization.
 (REQUEST TO AWARD)

 This item was pulled from the agenda.

  16. Appointments, 2026-2027 Broward League of Cities Board of Directors (Luwam
 Ghermay)
 Request to consider the appointments of Vice Mayor Nancy Metayer Bowen as the Director;
 Commissioner Shawn Cerra as the Alternate; and Commissioner Joseph McHugh as the
 Second Alternate to attend and vote at any of the Broward League of Cities Board of Directors
 or General Membership meetings held where an elected official represents the City of Coral
 Springs for the 2026-27 year.
 (REQUEST TO APPOINT)

 Motion: To appoint Vice Mayor Nancy Metayer Bowen as the Director; Commissioner Shawn
 Cerra as the Alternate; and Commissioner Joseph McHugh as the Second Alternate to attend
 and vote at any of the Broward League of Cities Board of Directors or General Membership
 meetings.
 Result: Passed 4 – 0 (Unanimously)
 Mover: Commissioner Simmons
 Seconder: Commissioner McHugh

 Discussion ensued.

  17. Reappointment, Firefighters’ Pension Board of Trustees (Dale Pazdra)
 Request to consider reappointment of Julie Krolak to the City of Coral Springs Firefighters’
 Pension Plan Board of Trustees. The appointment would be effective from May 24, 2026
 through May 23, 2030.
 (REQUEST TO REAPPOINT)

 Deputy City Manager Pazdra presented the item.

 Motion: To reappoint Julie Krolak to the City of Coral Springs Firefighters’ Pension Plan Board
 of Trustees.
 Result: Passed 4 – 0 (Unanimously)
 Mover: Commissioner Simmons
 Seconder: Commissioner McHugh

Commission Communications
  • Contact information and office hours were provided by the Commission.
  • Past and upcoming events were highlighted.
  • Noted the proclamations on the agenda.
  • Highlighted the book launch of The Gallaudet Eleven by local award-winning author Kerry
 O’Malley Cerra.
 • Recognized City staff for serving as panelists at the E-Bike Town Hall held on March 31, 2026,
 and stressed the importance of e-bike safety.
 • Commended City staff for their work in bringing the Hoppin’ into Springs Egg Hunt to life.
 • Expressed appreciation to the Broward County Property Appraiser for his property tax
 presentation.
 • Extended Passover and Easter greetings to all who celebrate.
 • Reached consensus to provide a special recognition for local author Kerry O’Malley Cerra.
 • Shared thoughts on the war in Israel and extended condolences to those who lost loved ones.
 • The Commission requested staff to review the City’s adopted definition of antisemitism.
 • Acknowledged Joe Morera for his leadership in the community.
 • The Commission will discuss with City staff measures to ensure the City is not directly impacted
 by the proposed property tax cuts, noting that the Special Session in Tallahassee is scheduled
 for April 20.
 • Mentioned upcoming attendance at the Innovating Commerce Serving Communities (ICSC) Las
 Vegas Conference and Expo, on May 18 to May 20.
 • Noted Mental Health Awareness Month in May and reported that the Mayor completed his first
 podcast on March 31.
 • Announced the Mental Wellness Mind, Body, and Soul Summit on May 9.

City Manager's Communication
 • Past and upcoming events were highlighted.
 • Reflected on recognitions and proclamations on the agenda.
 • Recognized City staff for their dedication and ongoing efforts to foster an inclusive community
 and make Coral Springs a premier community to live, work, and raise a family.
 • Announced Water Safety Day on Saturday, April 4, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Aquatics
 Complex.
 • Extended wishes for a peaceful, meaningful, and joyful Passover and Easter.

City Attorney's Communication
 • Advised he will keep the Commission updated on the 2026 Florida Legislative Session.
 • Extended holiday greetings to the community for Passover and Easter.

Adjournment

There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 11:04 a.m.

/s/ Georgia Elliott

Georgia Elliott, CMC
City Clerk

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