City of Lauderhill  
City Commission Chambers at City Hall  
5581 W. Oakland Park Blvd.  
Lauderhill, FL, 33313  
Meeting Minutes - Final  
Monday, June 9, 2025  
6:00 PM  
City Commission Chambers  
City Commission Meeting  
LAUDERHILL CITY COMMISSION  
Mayor Denise D. Grant  
Vice Mayor Sarai "Ray" Martin  
Commissioner Richard Campbell  
Commissioner Melissa P. Dunn  
Commissioner John T. Hodgson  
Kennie Hobbs, Interim City Manager  
Andrea M. Anderson, City Clerk  
Hans Ottinot, Interim City Attorney  
I CALL TO ORDER  
Mayor Grant called to order the Regular City Commission Meeting at 6:00 PM.  
II ROLL CALL  
5 -  
Present:  
Commissioner Richard Campbell,Commissioner Melissa P. Dunn,Commissioner  
John T. Hodgson,Vice Mayor Sarai Martin, and Mayor Denise D. Grant  
ALSO PRESENT:  
Kennie Hobbs, Jr., Interim City Manager  
Hans Ottinot, Interim City Attorney  
Constance Stanley, Police Chief  
Andrea M. Anderson, City Clerk  
III  
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE PUBLIC (AND CITY MANAGER RESPONSES TO  
THE PUBLIC, IF THE TIME PERMITS DURING THIS PORTION OF THE MEETING OF  
THE CITY COMMISSION)  
IV ADJOURNMENT (NO LATER THAN 6:30 PM)  
I CALL TO ORDER OF REGULAR MEETING  
II HOUSEKEEPING  
III PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG FOLLOWED BY GOOD AND WELFARE  
IV APPROVAL OF MINUTES  
A.  
MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COMMISSION MEETING FOR  
DECEMBER 16, 2024.  
A motion was made by Vice Mayor S. Martin, seconded by Commissioner J.  
Hodgson, that Minutes item A and B both be approved. The motion carried by the  
following vote:  
5 -  
Yes:  
Commissioner R. Campbell, Commissioner M. Dunn, Commissioner J. Hodgson,  
Vice Mayor S. Martin, and Mayor D. Grant  
0
Abstain:  
B.  
MINUTES OF THE CITY COMMISSION MEETING FOR JANUARY 13,  
2025.  
These Minutes were approved on vote with Minutes Item A. (See Minutes Item A  
for vote tally.)  
V PROCLAMATIONS / COMMENDATIONS (10 MINUTES MAXIMUM)  
A.  
A PROCLAMATION DECLARING JUNE 2025 AS NATIONAL SAFETY MONTH, PRESENTED TO CHAIM  
ROSENSTEIN, LAUDERHILL FIRE DEPARTMENT, LAUDERHILL POLICE DEPARTMENT, BARBARA STEWART,  
AND LATRISHA GREAVES (REQUESTED BY MAYOR DENISE D. GRANT).  
B.  
A PROCLAMATION HONORING THE TUSKEGEE AIRMEN (REQUESTED BY VICE MAYOR SARAI “RAY”  
MARTIN).  
C.  
A PROCLAMATION DECLARING JUNE 2025 AS PTSD AWARENESS MONTH (REQUESTED BY VICE  
MAYOR SARAI "RAY" MARTIN).  
D. PROCLAMATION DECLARING JUNE 2025 AS CARIBBEAN HERITAGE MONTH (REQUESTED BY  
A
COMMISSIONER RICHARD CAMPBELL).  
E. ITEM REMOVED  
VI PRESENTATIONS (15 MINUTES MAXIMUM)  
A.  
A
PRESENTATION OF PUBLIC SAFETY FORUM: EMPOWERING COMMUNITIES AGAINST CRIME  
(REQUESTED BY MAYOR DENISE D. GRANT).  
B. A TAKE YOUR LOVED ONE TO THE DOCTOR PRESENTATION AND RECOGNITION OF BLACK MEN'S  
HEALTH MONTH (REQUESTED BY COMMISSIONER MELISSA P. DUNN).  
C.  
A “TAGS FOR LIFE” PRESENTATION FROM BROWARD COUNTY ANIMAL CARE (REQUESTED BY  
INTERIM CITY MANAGER KENNIE HOBBS, JR.).  
VII QUASI-JUDICIAL MATTERS  
ORDINANCES - FIRST READING  
A.  
ORDINANCE NO. 25O-06-118:  
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY  
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL, FLORIDA, GRANTING A  
DEVELOPMENT  
ORDER  
TO  
THE  
LAUDERHILL  
COMMUNITY  
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY, TO AMEND THE ZONING DISTRICT MAP  
IDENTIFIED IN LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS (LDR) ARTICLE  
III, ZONING DISTRICTS, PART 2.0.,  
SUBSECTION 2.2.1., ADOPTION OF  
DISTRICT REGULATIONS,  
ZONING DISTRICT MAP;  
CHANGING FROM GENERAL COMMERCIAL (CG) TO RESIDENTIAL  
SINGLE FAMILY (RS-5) AND INCLUDING THE ALLOCATION OF NINE  
(9) RESIDENTIAL FLEX UNITS FOR THE ZONING DISTRICT OF A ±2.1  
ACRE PARCEL WITH THE LEGAL DESCRIPTION AS PROVIDED  
HEREIN; MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS 5440 - 5456 NW 19 STREET,  
LAUDERHILL,  
FLORIDA;  
PROVIDING  
FOR  
FINDINGS  
AND  
CONCLUSIONS; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS AND SEVERABILITY;  
AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.  
Development Services Director Daniel Keester-O'Mills presented the request  
from the Lauderhill Community Redevelopment Agency to rezone property at  
5440-5456 NW 19th Street from Commercial General to Single Family  
Residential, along with an allocation of nine residential flex units. He explained  
that the CRA acquired the property in 2007, and a commercial building on the  
site was demolished in 2022. The Planning and Zoning Board had  
recommended approval of the rezoning.  
A motion was made by Mayor D. Grant, seconded by Vice Mayor S. Martin, that  
this Ordinance be approved on first reading to the City Commission Meeting, due  
back on 6/30/2025. The motion carried by the following vote:  
5 -  
Yes:  
Commissioner R. Campbell, Commissioner M. Dunn, Commissioner J. Hodgson,  
Vice Mayor S. Martin, and Mayor D. Grant  
0
Abstain:  
ORDINANCES - SECOND READING  
1.  
ORDINANCE NO. 25O-05-115: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY  
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL, FLORIDA, GRANTING TO  
AMBASSADOR INVESTMENT REALTY LLC, VARIANCE TO  
&
A
ALLOW A SPECIAL RESIDENTIAL FACILITY (CATEGORY 2) IN THE  
MULTI-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL (RM-18) ZONING DISTRICT RELIEF  
FROM THE CITY’S LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS ARTICLE III,  
SECTION 5.36. SPECIAL RESIDENTIAL FACILITIES, REQUIRING  
A
MINIMUM 1,200 FEET DISTANCE FROM ANOTHER SPECIAL  
RESIDENTIAL FACILITY, ANY FAMILY DAY CARE HOME, OR ANY  
LARGE FAMILY DAY CARE HOME, SAID PROPERTY IS LOCATED ON  
AN APPROXIMATELY 0.17 ACRE SITE LOCATED AT 5940 NW 19 CT.,  
LAUDERHILL, FL; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.  
Mr. Keester-O'Mills noted that the only change since first reading was that the  
applicant submitted  
a declaration of restrictive covenants agreeing that the  
facility would only house individuals under 18 years old.  
Hope Calhoun, representing the applicant, confirmed these details.  
A motion was made by Vice Mayor S. Martin, seconded by Commissioner R.  
Campbell, that this Ordinance be approved on second reading. The motion  
carried by the following vote:  
5 -  
Yes:  
Commissioner R. Campbell, Commissioner M. Dunn, Commissioner J. Hodgson,  
Vice Mayor S. Martin, and Mayor D. Grant  
0
Abstain:  
RESOLUTIONS  
2.  
RESOLUTION NO. 25R-06-105:  
A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY  
COMMISSION OF LAUDERHILL, FLORIDA, GRANTING THE WILLIAM K.  
LANGFAN  
DEVELOPMENT  
REVOCABLE  
ORDER,  
TRUST  
TO  
A
SPECIAL  
EXCEPTION  
MANUFACTURING,  
USE  
ALLOW  
A
COMPOUNDING, PROCESSING, OR STORAGE USE FOR SIMPLY  
DELICIOUS BAKERS, INC. TO OPERATE WITHIN THE GENERAL  
COMMERCIAL (CG) ZONING DISTRICT ON AN APPROXIMATELY 4.99  
±
NET ACRE SITE LEGALLY DESCRIBED AS THE OAKLAND  
SHOPPES PLAT, A PORTION OF TRACT “A” AS RECORDED IN THE  
OFFICIAL RECORDS OF BROWARD COUNTY, FLORIDA IN PLAT  
BOOK 82 PAGE 37, MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS 5700 W.  
OAKLAND PARK BLVD., LAUDERHILL, FLORIDA; PROVIDING FOR AN  
EFFECTIVE DATE.  
Attachments:  
City Planner Molly Howson explained that this bakery was already operating in  
Lauderhill and was relocating to  
a
different location in the city. The  
manufacturing use requires special exception approval at the new location. The  
move was prompted by the business's growth.  
A motion was made by Vice Mayor S. Martin, seconded by Commissioner M.  
Dunn, that this Resolution be approved. The motion carried by the following vote:  
5 -  
Yes:  
Commissioner R. Campbell, Commissioner M. Dunn, Commissioner J. Hodgson,  
Vice Mayor S. Martin, and Mayor D. Grant  
0
Abstain:  
VIII CONSENT AGENDA  
A motion was made by Vice Mayor S. Martin, seconded by Commissioner R.  
Campbell, that this Consent Agenda was approved. The motion carried by the  
following vote:  
5 -  
Yes:  
Commissioner R. Campbell, Commissioner M. Dunn, Commissioner J. Hodgson,  
Vice Mayor S. Martin, and Mayor D. Grant  
0
Abstain:  
3.  
RESOLUTION NO. 25R-06-98:  
A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY  
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL, FLORIDA, AWARDING  
THE KEY TO THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL TO THE HONORABLE  
MATTHEW  
J.  
“MATT”  
MEADOWS  
POSTHUMOUSLY  
FOR  
HIS  
COMMITMENT TO SERVING THE RESIDENTS OF THE CITY OF  
LAUDERHILL AND THE LARGER COMMUNITY; AND PROVIDING FOR  
AN EFFECTIVE DATE (REQUESTED BY MAYOR DENISE GRANT).  
This Resolution was approved on the Consent Agenda. (See Consideration of  
Consent Agenda for vote tally.)  
6.  
RESOLUTION NO. 25R-06-101:  
A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY  
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL APPROVING THE FIRST  
AMENDMENT TO THE LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF  
LAUDERHILL  
AND  
LAUDERHILL  
MALL  
INVESTMENT,  
LLC,  
IN  
SUBSTANTIAL THE SAME FORM  
AS EXHIBIT “A”; PROVIDING THE  
CITY MANAGER WITH THE AUTHORITY TO DO ALL THINGS  
NECESSARY TO EFFECTUATE THIS RESOLUTION INCLUDING  
FINALIZING THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THE FIRST  
AMENDMENT; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE  
(REQUESTED BY CITY MANAGER KENNIE HOBBS, JR.).  
Attachments:  
This Resolution was approved on the Consent Agenda. (See Consideration of  
Consent Agenda for vote tally.)  
7.  
RESOLUTION NO. 25R-06-102:  
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL APPROVING  
DONATION IN THE AMOUNT OF $5,000.00 TO CARIBBEAN AMERICAS  
SOCCER ASSOCIATION (“CASA”) TO SUPPORT PROGRAMS  
A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY  
A
ENHANCING THE DEVELOPMENT OF SOCCER AMONG THE YOUTH  
AND ADULTS; PROVIDING FOR PAYMENT FROM THE APPROPRIATE  
BUDGET CODE NUMBER; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE  
DATE (REQUESTED BY COMMISSIONER RICHARD CAMPBELL).  
This Resolution was approved on the Consent Agenda. (See Consideration of  
Consent Agenda for vote tally.)  
9.  
RESOLUTION NO. 25R-06-104:  
A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY  
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL APPROVING A REVISED  
CONTRACT FOR SALE AND PURCHASE BETWEEN THE CITY OF  
LAUDERHILL AND FLORIDA PUBLIC UTILITIES COMPANY AND  
A
LEASEBACK AGREEMENT ATTACHED HERETO AS EXHIBIT “A”, IN  
SUBSTANTIALLY THE SAME FORM TO EXPAND THE WATER  
FACILITIES OF THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL; AUTHORIZING THE  
INTERIM CITY MANAGER AND INTERIM CITY ATTORNEY TO TAKE ALL  
NECESSARY ACTION TO EFFECTUATE THIS RESOLUTION; AND  
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE (REQUESTED BY CITY  
MANAGER KENNIE HOBBS, JR.).  
Attachments:  
This Resolution was approved on the Consent Agenda. (See Consideration of  
Consent Agenda for vote tally.)  
9A.  
RESOLUTION NO. 25R-06-105:  
A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY  
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL APPROVING THE  
ELECTION OF DOREEN PETIT-COMPERE TO SERVE AS EMPLOYEE  
REPRESENTATIVE  
MEMBER  
OF  
THE  
GENERAL  
EMPLOYEE  
PENSION BOARD FOR THE REMAINDER OF  
A
TERM EXPIRING  
JANUARY 2027; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.  
This Resolution was approved on the Consent Agenda. (See Consideration of  
Consent Agenda for vote tally.)  
9B.  
RESOLUTION NO. 25R-06-106:  
A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY  
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL APPOINTING RUTH  
LYNCH BY VICE MAYOR SARAI MARTIN TO SERVE AS A MEMBER OF  
THE PLANNING AND ZONING BOARD FOR THE UNEXPIRED FOUR (4)  
YEAR TERM TO EXPIRE NOVEMBER 2028 OR CONCURRENT WITH  
THE COMMISSIONER SEAT, WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST; AND  
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.  
This Resolution was approved on the Consent Agenda. (See Consideration of  
Consent Agenda for vote tally.)  
IX RESOLUTIONS (IF NOT ON CONSENT AGENDA)  
4.  
RESOLUTION NO. 25R-06-99:  
A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY  
COMMISSION  
ESTABLISHING  
OF  
THE  
THE  
CITY  
OF  
UTILITY  
LAUDERHILL,  
REBATE  
FLORIDA,  
PROGRAM"  
"SENIOR  
ATTACHED AS EXHIBIT “A” TO ASSIST SENIOR RESIDENTS OF THE  
CITY OF LAUDERHILL WITH THEIR UTILITY BILLS; PROVIDING THE  
CITY MANAGER WITH THE AUTHORITY TO DO ALL THINGS TO  
EFFECTUATE  
THIS  
RESOLUTION;  
AND  
PROVIDING  
FOR  
AN  
EFFECTIVE DATE (MAYOR DENISE D. GRANT).  
Mayor Grant explained that this resolution would establish  
a Senior Utility  
Rebate Program using funds from an $840,000 settlement related to PFAS  
(per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances). Utilities Director Herb Johnson confirmed  
that Lauderhill's water quality is in compliance with federal, state, and local  
standards, and the city conducts quarterly testing for PFAS. City Manager  
Hobbs added that the city is evaluating its water plant to ensure future  
compliance with any adjusted standards.  
Mayor Grant detailed that the program would provide $150 credits to Lauderhill  
residents aged 55 and older on their utility bills. For those who live in  
condominiums or rental properties where water bills are included in HOA fees,  
the city would provide a cash rebate. To qualify, residents must provide a valid  
ID and a recent utility bill. City Manager Hobbs clarified that the benefit is per  
household and residents in annexed areas would receive the rebate through  
their stormwater bill.  
A motion was made by Commissioner R. Campbell, seconded by Vice Mayor S.  
Martin, that this Resolution be approved. The motion carried by the following  
vote:  
5 -  
Yes:  
Commissioner R. Campbell, Commissioner M. Dunn, Commissioner J. Hodgson,  
Vice Mayor S. Martin, and Mayor D. Grant  
0
Abstain:  
5.  
RESOLUTION NO. 25R-06-100:  
A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY  
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL, FLORIDA, WAIVING  
COMPETITIVE BIDDING REQUIREMENTS AND AUTHORIZING THE  
CITY TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH BEYNON SPORTS  
SURFACES, INC., IN CONJUNCTION WITH FIELDTURF USA, TO  
INSTALL AN UPGRADED TRACK SURFACE AT WEST KEN LARK  
PARK BASED ON  
A
PIGGYBACK FROM  
FIELDTURF  
USA’S  
SOURCEWELL CONTRACT; AUTHORIZING PAYMENT FROM THE  
APPROPRIATE BUDGET CODE NUMBER IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO  
EXCEED $704,320.00; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE  
(REQUESTED BY INTERIM CITY MANAGER KENNIE HOBBS, JR).  
Parks and Recreation Director Scott Newton explained that if the piggybacking  
was approved, the work would be completed within several months, before the  
start of track season in January 2026.  
Commissioner Dunn expressed concern about piggybacking on  
a $704,000  
contract and asked whether it included Small Business Enterprise (SBE)  
requirements. City Manager Hobbs confirmed that the city would ensure SBE  
requirements were included in the contract and would hold a matchmaking  
event to connect local vendors with the contractor.  
A motion was made by Vice Mayor S. Martin, seconded by Commissioner R.  
Campbell, that this Resolution be approved. The motion carried by the following  
vote:  
5 -  
Yes:  
Commissioner R. Campbell, Commissioner M. Dunn, Commissioner J. Hodgson,  
Vice Mayor S. Martin, and Mayor D. Grant  
0
Abstain:  
8.  
RESOLUTION NO. 25R-06-103:  
A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY  
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL, FLORIDA, AWARDING  
THE KEY TO THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL TO DEPUTY FIRE CHIEF  
JEFFREY LEVY FOR HIS COMMITMENT TO THE PEOPLE OF  
LAUDERHILL;  
AND  
PROVIDING  
FOR  
AN  
EFFECTIVE  
DATE  
(REQUESTED BY MAYOR DENISE GRANT).  
Fire Chief Robert Torres spoke about Deputy Chief Levy's service to the city for  
26 years, describing their partnership and expressing pride in Deputy Chief  
Levy's recent appointment as Fire Chief for Hollywood Fire Rescue.  
Mayor Grant praised Deputy Chief Levy's dedication to the city, his  
professionalism, and his work with the Jewish community in Lauderhill. Each  
commissioner offered personal remarks about Deputy Chief Levy's service,  
integrity, and leadership qualities.  
Deputy Chief Levy expressed gratitude for the recognition, noting his long  
history with Lauderhill (including having his bar mitzvah at Inverrary Country  
Club) and thanking the commission, city staff, and his family for their support.  
A motion was made by Vice Mayor S. Martin, seconded by Commissioner J.  
Hodgson, that this Resolution be approved. The motion carried by the following  
vote:  
5 -  
Yes:  
Commissioner R. Campbell, Commissioner M. Dunn, Commissioner J. Hodgson,  
Vice Mayor S. Martin, and Mayor D. Grant  
0
Abstain:  
10.  
RESOLUTION NO. 25R-06-96:  
A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY  
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL APPOINTING KENNIE  
HOBBS, JR., AS THE PERMANENT CITY MANAGER FOR THE CITY OF  
LAUDERHILL;  
APPROVING  
THE  
THIRD  
AMENDMENT  
TO  
EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT FOR KENNIE HOBBS, JR., SETTING  
FORTH THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT; AND  
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE (REQUESTED BY MAYOR  
DENISE D. GRANT).  
Mayor Grant presented this resolution, highlighting Kennie Hobbs' extensive  
service to the city since 1989. She praised his institutional knowledge,  
professionalism, execution of duties, and willingness to engage with community  
members. The Mayor noted that Mr. Hobbs had initiated quarterly city manager  
reports for transparency and conducted meetings with all homeowner  
associations to discuss budget priorities.  
Commissioner Dunn raised concerns about the compensation package, stating  
that Mr. Hobbs would receive $353,961.23 plus a 10% lump sum payment of  
approximately $32,000. She noted that the employment agreement lacked  
performance benchmarks and suggested they should be tied to execution of the  
city's strategic plan. Commissioner Dunn also stated that the $1.6 million  
missing from the HHS grant occurred while Mr. Hobbs was Finance Director  
and Deputy City Manager.  
Mayor Grant responded that she found Commissioner Dunn's comments  
inappropriate for the occasion, suggesting that it was an attempt to link Mr.  
Hobbs to a grant affiliated with Commissioner Dunn's organization.  
Commissioner Campbell defended the proposed salary structure, explaining  
that he had campaigned on reducing city salaries but inherited a situation where  
it was difficult to cut existing salaries. He noted that the agreement capped  
salaries and included provisions for merit-based raises rather than automatic  
increases. He also defended Mr. Hobbs regarding the grant issue, stating that  
the grants department had been removed from the finance department's  
oversight.  
Commissioner Hodgson expressed support for Mr. Hobbs, praising his  
accessibility and willingness to work with commissioners on community  
concerns.  
Several members of the public spoke in support of Mr. Hobbs, including local  
business owners, community leaders, and long-time friends who attested to his  
character, commitment, and professionalism. Former elected officials, including  
Dr. Hayward Benson, Jr. and former County Mayor Dale Holness, praised Mr.  
Hobbs' contributions to the city.  
A motion was made by Commissioner R. Campbell, seconded by Vice Mayor S.  
Martin, that this Resolution be approved. The motion carried by the following  
vote:  
4 -  
Yes:  
Commissioner R. Campbell, Commissioner J. Hodgson, Vice Mayor S. Martin, and  
Mayor D. Grant  
1 - Commissioner M. Dunn  
No:  
0
Abstain:  
Following the vote, Mr. Hobbs thanked the Commission, his family, and mentors  
who had supported him throughout his career. He acknowledged the city staff  
and expressed appreciation to the residents and businesses of Lauderhill for  
their support.  
11.  
RESOLUTION NO. 25R-06-97:  
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL APPROVING THE FIRST  
AMENDMENT TO THE AGREEMENT FOR LEGAL SERVICES  
A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY  
BETWEEN THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL AND OTTINOT LAW, P.A., AND  
APPOINTING OTTINOT LAW, P.A., AS PERMANENT CITY ATTORNEY,  
SAID AMENDMENT IS ATTACHED AS EXHIBIT “A”; PROVIDING THE  
MAYOR  
AMENDMENT;  
WITH  
THE  
AND  
AUTHORITY  
PROVIDING  
TO  
FOR  
EXECUTE  
AN EFFECTIVE  
THE  
FIRST  
DATE  
(REQUESTED BY MAYOR DENISE D. GRANT).  
Attachments:  
Multiple community members spoke in support of Hans Ottinot, including  
representatives from the Haitian Lawyers Association, clergy, and former  
elected officials. They highlighted his expertise in municipal law, his integrity,  
and his connection to the community.  
A motion was made by Commissioner J. Hodgson, seconded by Vice Mayor S.  
Martin, that this Resolution be approved. The motion carried by the following  
vote:  
4 -  
Yes:  
Commissioner R. Campbell, Commissioner J. Hodgson, Vice Mayor S. Martin, and  
Mayor D. Grant  
1 - Commissioner M. Dunn  
No:  
0
Abstain:  
After the vote, Mr. Ottinot expressed gratitude to his team, family, and friends,  
particularly acknowledging Ronald Surin who had recently lost his only son but  
still came to support him.  
11A.  
RESOLUTION NO. 25R-06-107:  
A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY  
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL APPROVING THE  
APPOINTMENT OF ________________ BY THE CITY COMMISSION AS  
A WHOLE TO SERVE AS AN ALTERNATE MEMBER OF THE PUBLIC  
ART COMMITTEE FOR THE REMAINDER OF A TWO (2) YEAR TERM  
EXPIRING NOVEMBER 2026; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE  
DATE.  
Thelma Williams,  
a
25-year resident of Inverary and registered nurse,  
introduced herself as the candidate for the Public Art Committee. She explained  
that she initially declined when asked to serve but reconsidered because of her  
sense of obligation to the community. She recalled being impressed by  
Lauderhill's aesthetic features when she first purchased her home and  
expressed a commitment to helping make Lauderhill one of the best cities in  
Florida.  
A motion was made by Vice Mayor S. Martin, seconded by Commissioner J.  
Hodgson, that this Resolution be approved, naming Thelma Williams as the  
appointee. The motion carried by the following vote:  
5 -  
Yes:  
Commissioner R. Campbell, Commissioner M. Dunn, Commissioner J. Hodgson,  
Vice Mayor S. Martin, and Mayor D. Grant  
0
Abstain:  
11B.  
RESOLUTION NO. 25R-06-108:  
A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY  
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL APPROVING THE  
APPOINTMENT OF ________________ AND _______________ BY  
THE CITY COMMISSION AS A WHOLE TO SERVE AS ALTERNATE  
MEMBERS OF THE YOUNG PROFESSIONAL ADVISORY BOARD FOR  
THE TERMS INDICATED; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.  
Two names were presented for appointment to the Young Professional Advisory  
Board: Samantha Parish and Karlie Simpson. The candidates were not present,  
but the Commission had reviewed their qualifications.  
A motion was made by Vice Mayor S. Martin, seconded by Commissioner R.  
Campbell, that this Resolution be approved, naming Karlie Simpson and  
Samantha Parish as appointees. The motion carried by the following vote:  
5 -  
0
Yes:  
Commissioner R. Campbell, Commissioner M. Dunn, Commissioner J. Hodgson,  
Vice Mayor S. Martin, and Mayor D. Grant  
Abstain:  
X
ORDINANCES & PUBLIC HEARINGS - FIRST READING (AS ADVERTISED IN THE  
SUN-SENTINEL)  
12.  
ORDINANCE NO. 25O-06-117: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY  
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL, FLORIDA, AMENDING  
CHAPTER 21 ENTITLED “WATER AND SEWER SERVICE”, ARTICLE IV  
ENTITLED “DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL AND ENGINEERING  
SERVICES RULES, REGULATIONS AND RATES”, SECTION 21-46  
ENTITLED “RULES AND REGULATIONS” BY AMENDING SUBSECTION  
G, ENTITLED “LIMITATION OF USE” TO GIVE THE CITY MANAGER THE  
AUTHORITY TO APPROVE REMETERING AGREEMENTS;  
FOR CONFLICTS, SEVERABILiTY, AND CODIFICATION;  
PROVIDING  
AND  
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE (REQUESTED BY INTERIM  
CITY MANAGER KENNIE HOBBS, JR.).  
A motion was made by Vice Mayor S. Martin, seconded by Commissioner J.  
Hodgson, that this Ordinance be approved on first reading to the City Commission  
Meeting, due back on 6/30/2025. The motion carried by the following vote:  
5 -  
Yes:  
Commissioner R. Campbell, Commissioner M. Dunn, Commissioner J. Hodgson,  
Vice Mayor S. Martin, and Mayor D. Grant  
0
Abstain:  
13. ITEM MOVED TO QUASI-JUDICIAL MATTERS AND RENUMBERED TO ITEM A  
XI ORDINANCES & PUBLIC HEARINGS - SECOND READING (AS ADVERTISED IN  
THE SUN-SENTINEL)  
14.  
ORDINANCE NO. 25O-05-116: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY  
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL, FLORIDA, AMENDING  
THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL CODE OF ORDINANCES, CHAPTER 2,  
ADMINISTRATION, ARTICLE II, OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES, DIVISION  
3, RETIREMENT, PART 2, GENERAL EMPLOYEES PENSION FUND,  
SECTION 2-70 ADMINISTRATION TO INCREASE THE NUMBER OF  
YEARS AN APPOINTED OR ELECTED PERSON MAY SERVE FROM  
TWO TO FOUR YEARS; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS, CODIFICATION  
AND SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.  
A motion was made by Vice Mayor S. Martin, seconded by Commissioner R.  
Campbell, that this Ordinance be approved on second reading. The motion  
carried by the following vote:  
5 -  
Yes:  
Commissioner R. Campbell, Commissioner M. Dunn, Commissioner J. Hodgson,  
Vice Mayor S. Martin, and Mayor D. Grant  
0
Abstain:  
XII UNFINISHED BUSINESS  
XIII OLD BUSINESS  
XIV NEW BUSINESS  
A.  
SCHEDULE  
SEPTEMBER  
2025 BUDGET  
HEARINGS  
AND  
CITY  
COMMISSION MEETINGS.  
City Clerk Andrea Anderson presented the following dates:  
Preliminary rate assessment: July 15, 2025, at 5:01 PM  
Regular commission meeting: September 8, 2025  
Special budget meeting (first reading): September 12, 2025, at 5:01 PM  
Second budget meeting and regular meeting: September 29, 2025  
The Commission reached consensus to proceed with these dates. City  
Manager Hobbs confirmed that July 15th would be the last commission meeting  
before a six-week break, with meetings resuming in August.  
There was a consensus by the Commission to approve the meeting dates as  
presented in the backup.  
XV  
COMMUNICATIONS FROM PUBLIC OFFICIALS SHALL BEGIN IMMEDIATELY  
BEFORE ADJOURNMENT  
Newly appointed City Attorney Ottinot thanked his wife, children, and staff. He  
expressed appreciation to the city manager's team for welcoming his staff and  
accepting their advice.  
Commissioner Hodgson expressed happiness at seeing the diversity of the city  
represented during the meeting and congratulated the city manager and  
attorney.  
Vice Mayor Martin congratulated Mr. Hobbs and Mr. Ottinot, commending Mr.  
Hobbs for consolidating departments to increase efficiency and for volunteering  
not to increase his salary. He thanked Mr. Ottinot for his responsiveness to  
commission inquiries.  
Commissioner Campbell highlighted upcoming events, including night cricket  
finals on June 21st and netball finals on July 12th. He discussed the FIFA World  
Cup 2026, noting that seven games will be played in Florida with an estimated  
$1.3 billion in revenue coming to South Florida. He mentioned a countdown  
event on June 11th and a business forum on June 24th to help local businesses  
prepare for World Cup opportunities.  
Newly appointed City Manager Hobbs thanked the Commission, his family,  
friends, and professional mentors throughout his career. He acknowledged a  
number of former elected officials and city managers for their roles in his  
professional development. He also thanked Dr. Benson and Commissioner  
Holness as mentors, along with the residents, businesses, department  
directors, and city staff for their support.  
Mayor Grant congratulated Mr. Hobbs and Mr. Ottinot and encouraged residents  
to check the city website and Facebook pages for information on upcoming  
events, particularly the public safety forum on June 12th.  
XV ADJOURNMENT - 10:28 PM