City of Lauderhill  
City Commission Chambers at City Hall  
5581 W. Oakland Park Blvd.  
Lauderhill, FL, 33313  
www.lauderhill-fl.gov  
Meeting Minutes - Final  
Monday, November 10, 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, City Manager  
Andrea M. Anderson, City Clerk  
Hans Ottinot, 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  
Commissioner R. Campbell arrived at 6:03 PM.  
ALSO PRESENT:  
Kennie Hobbs, Jr., City Manager  
Hans Ottinot, City Attorney  
Constance Stanley, Police Chief  
Nadia Chin, Deputy 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  
A motion was made by Vice Mayor S. Martin, seconded by Commissioner J.  
Hodgson, to ACCEPT the Final-Revised Version of the City Commission Meeting  
Agenda for November 10, 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:  
III PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG FOLLOWED BY GOOD AND WELFARE  
IV APPROVAL OF MINUTES  
A.  
MINUTES OF THE CITY COMMISSION MEETING FOR OCTOBER 27,  
2025.  
Attachments: October 27, 2025 - City Commission Meeting Minutes - Draft  
A motion was made by Vice Mayor S. Martin, seconded by Commissioner J.  
Hodgson, that these Minutes 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:  
V PROCLAMATIONS / COMMENDATIONS (10 MINUTES MAXIMUM)  
A.  
B.  
A
PROCLAMATION DECLARING NOVEMBER 2025 AS EPILEPSY  
AWARENESS MONTH (REQUESTED BY COMMISSIONER MELISSA P.  
DUNN).  
A PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING THE BROWARD SIERRA GROUP  
JUNIOR TEAM FOR THE BROWARD GREEN SCHOOL CAMPAIGN  
(REQUESTED BY COMMISSIONER MELISSA P. DUNN).  
Attachments: Proclamation B  
VI PRESENTATIONS (15 MINUTES MAXIMUM)  
A.  
A
PRESENTATION ON THE SAFE AND CLEAN BEAUTIFICATION  
INITIATIVE (REQUESTED BY MAYOR DENISE D. GRANT).  
Attachments: Presentation A - Safe and Clean Beautification Initiative  
VII QUASI-JUDICIAL MATTERS  
1.  
RESOLUTION NO. 25R-11-212:  
A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY  
COMMISSION OF LAUDERHILL, FLORIDA, GRANTING PROMENADE  
PLAZA, LLC, FOR LAUDERHILL CORP CENTER 18, LLC, FOR  
SHERBAN  
SPINE  
INSTITUTE,  
A
SPECIAL  
EXCEPTION  
USE  
DEVELOPMENT ORDER TO ALLOW IN THE GENERAL COMMERCIAL  
(CG) ZONING DISTRICT AN OFFICE, MEDICAL (WITH CONTROLLED  
SUBSTANCE PRACTITIONER)  
ON A 1.3± ACRE SITE LOCATED AT  
7100 W. COMMERCIAL BLVD., LAUDERHILL, FLORIDA, AND MORE  
SPECIFICALLY DESCRIBED HEREIN; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS;  
AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.  
Attachments: Res. No. 25R-11-212  
AR 25R-11-212  
Attachment A - SEU Application  
Attachment B - Applicant Narrative  
Attachment C - Development Review Report (DRR)  
Attachment D - Floor Plan  
Attachment E - Public Notice Affidavit  
Attachment F - (UNSIGNED) Affidavit of Conditions 25-SE-014  
Attachment G - Staff Presentation - Sherban Spine Institute  
(25-SE-014)  
City Planner Molly Howson presented the application for Sherban Spine  
Institute,  
a specialized medical office focusing on minimally invasive spinal  
procedures. The business requires Special Exception Use approval because  
medical offices with controlled substance prescribing practitioners must obtain  
such approval. Located at 7100 West Commercial Boulevard (immediately  
west of Popeyes), the office will occupy a corner unit in a plaza where almost all  
tenants are medical uses. Ms. Howson confirmed no distribution of medication  
will occur on-site; only prescriptions will be issued. Dr. Ross Sherban has no  
disciplinary actions on file with the Florida Board of Medicine.  
Vice Mayor Martin inquired about plaza compliance and violations. Ms. Howson  
confirmed no outstanding violations exist and praised the property's exterior  
maintenance and landscaping.  
Operations Manager Kristie Oliva spoke on behalf of the practice, emphasizing  
Dr. Sherban's excellence as a spine surgeon and the potential benefits to  
Lauderhill through increased patient flow, job creation, and attraction of other  
medical services.  
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:  
VIII CONSENT AGENDA  
A motion was made by Vice Mayor S. Martin, seconded by Commissioner J.  
Hodgson, 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:  
2.  
RESOLUTION NO. 25R-11-209:  
A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY  
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL, FLORIDA, APPROVING  
A PROPOSAL FROM FLYNN ENGINEERING SERVICES, P.A., UNDER  
A PREVIOUSLY APPROVED CONSULTANT’S AGREEMENT,  
IN AN  
AMOUNT  
ENGINEERING  
NOT  
TO  
DESIGN  
EXCEED  
$113,810.00 FOR  
PROFESSIONAL  
PREPARATION OF  
SERVICES  
AND  
CONSTRUCTION PLANS FOR THE "FIRE STATION 57 DRAINAGE  
IMPROVEMENTS AND CULVERT REPLACEMENT PROJECT";  
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE PROPOSAL;  
PROVIDING  
450-925-6981;  
FOR  
AND  
PAYMENT  
FROM  
FOR  
BUDGET  
AN  
CODE  
EFFECTIVE  
NUMBER  
DATE  
PROVIDING  
(REQUESTED BY CITY MANAGER, KENNIE HOBBS, JR.).  
Attachments: Res. No. 25R-11-209  
AR Res. No. 25R-11-209  
Picture of Parking Lot Flooded  
Design Proposal (Flynn Engineering Services P.A.)  
This Resolution was approved on the Consent Agenda. (See Consideration of  
Consent Agenda for vote tally.)  
3.  
RESOLUTION NO. 25R-11-211:  
A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY  
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL, FLORIDA, APPROVING  
AND ACCEPTING THE FISCAL YEAR 2025-2026 VICTIMS OF CRIME  
ACT (VOCA) GRANT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE STATE OF  
FLORIDA OFFICE OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL AND THE CITY OF  
LAUDERHILL; PROVIDING FOR THE CITY TO RECEIVE GRANT  
FUNDING IN THE AMOUNT OF UP TO $159,412.00; PROVIDING THAT  
THERE IS NO MATCHING REQUIREMENT AS IT HAS BEEN WAIVED;  
PROVIDING FOR TERMS AND CONDITIONS; PROVIDING THE CITY  
MANAGER AND CITY ATTORNEY WITH THE AUTHORITY TO DO ALL  
THINGS NECESSARY TO EFFECTUATE THIS RESOLUTION; AND  
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE (REQUESTED BY CITY  
MANAGER KENNIE HOBBS, JR.).  
Attachments: Res. No. 25R-11-211  
AR Res. No. 25R-11-211  
Lauderhill Police Department-00178 - signed  
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-11-213:  
A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY  
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL, FLORIDA, ADOPTING  
THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL SUPPLEMENTAL STRATEGIC PLAN FOR  
FISCAL YEAR 2025-2026; PROVIDING FOR IMPLEMENTATION AND  
MONITORING THROUGH THE DIVISION OF STRATEGIC PLANNING  
AND PERFORMANCE; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.  
(REQUESTED BY CITY MANAGER, KENNIE HOBBS, JR.).  
Attachments: Res. No. 25R-11-213.pdf  
AR Res. No. 25R-11-213  
Supplemental Strategic Plan FY26 - Draft.pdf  
Item 4 - Lauderhill's Approach to Health & Wellness (As Referenced  
Within Minutes)  
Commissioner Dunn expressed appreciation for adding health and wellness but  
questioned the KPIs (Key Performance Indicators), specifically the reliance on  
satisfaction percentages rather than tangible health metrics like diabetes rates  
or uninsured percentages. She emphasized that only 45% of community health  
relates to healthcare access, with education, safety, and other social  
determinants playing major roles.  
Deputy City Clerk/Division Director of Strategic Planning & Performance Nadia  
Chin explained these KPIs came from the 2022 survey and that this  
supplemental plan serves as  
a
bridge document with "quick wins" while  
developing the comprehensive 2027 strategic plan. City Manager Hobbs  
clarified the supplemental plan extracts from the existing overly broad plan (with  
70-80 KPIs) to create manageable activities over the next year. He noted the  
gap between the 2022 survey and 2024 plan adoption, emphasizing this creates  
a playbook for departments to improve scores.  
Commissioner Campbell endorsed caution about overselling the city's health  
impact capabilities, noting that while the city can educate about healthy  
lifestyles, institutions like the CDC, hospitals, and primary care physicians are  
better equipped to guide health outcomes. He warned against giving residents  
false hope about the city's ability to impact individual health.  
Mayor Grant clarified this supplemental document provides an at-a-glance  
overview leading to the October comprehensive plan review, which will include  
detailed percentages and numbers. The discussion confirmed the plan  
addresses five pillars: public safety, health and wellness, beautification and  
public spaces, economic opportunity and sustainability, and fiscal responsibility  
and accountability.  
Commissioner Dunn advocated for including substantial health indicators  
beyond survey opinions, suggesting baseline measurements from Department  
of Health dashboards. City Manager Hobbs agreed to work with the survey team  
to develop statistically sound questions incorporating these suggestions for the  
January survey, which will inform the 2027 strategic plan.  
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:  
5.  
RESOLUTION NO. 25R-11-210:  
A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY  
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL, FLORIDA, APPROVING  
THE APPOINTMENT OF DONALD GIANCOLI AND ANDREA M.  
ANDERSON BY THE CITY COMMISSION AS A WHOLE TO SERVE AS  
TRUSTEES OF THE LAUDERHILL POLICE OFFICERS RETIREMENT  
TRUST FUND BOARD OF TRUSTEES FOR A FOUR (4) YEAR TERM TO  
EXPIRE IN NOVEMBER 2029; APPROVING THE ELECTION OF DAVID  
HENNESSY TO SERVE AS A TRUSTEE FOR A TERM OF FOUR (4)  
YEARS TO EXPIRE IN NOVEMBER 2029; AND PROVIDING FOR AN  
EFFECTIVE DATE (REQUESTED BY CITY MANAGER KENNIE HOBBS,  
JR.).  
Attachments: Res. No. 25R-11-210  
AR Res. No. 25R-11-210  
Police Retirement Trust Fund Board List  
NOTICE OF NOMINATION AND ELECTION RESULTS 10-20-2025  
This resolution addressed appointments to the Lauderhill Police Officers  
Retirement Trust Fund Board of Trustees. Mayor Grant questioned whether City  
Manager Hobbs should continue serving given his heavy workload.  
Commissioner Campbell shared this concern, noting previous city managers  
hadn't served on the board. City Manager Hobbs explained the monthly  
meetings last about an hour and proposed Assistant Finance Director Don  
Giancoli as his replacement, given Mr. Giancoli’s previous experience on the  
general employee pension board and finance background.  
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:  
X
ORDINANCES & PUBLIC HEARINGS - FIRST READING (AS ADVERTISED IN THE  
SUN-SENTINEL)  
XI ORDINANCES & PUBLIC HEARINGS - SECOND READING (AS ADVERTISED IN  
THE SUN-SENTINEL)  
6. ITEM REMOVED - ORDINANCE NO. 25O-07-122  
7.  
ORDINANCE NO. 25O-09-142: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY  
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL, FLORIDA, APPROVING  
THE THIRD AMENDMENT TO THE REAL ESTATE DEVELOPMENT  
AGREEMENT  
LAUDERHILL  
AND  
AND  
ADDENDUM  
LE PARC  
BETWEEN  
AT LAUDERHILL,  
THE  
CITY  
LLC,  
OF  
IN  
SUBSTANTIALLY THE SAME FORM AS EXHIBIT “A”; PROVIDING FOR  
CONFLICTS AND SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING FOR AN  
(REQUESTED BY CITY MANAGER KENNIE  
EFFECTIVE DATE  
HOBBS, JR.).  
Attachments: Final Le Parc CC Ordinance Approving Third Amendment 10.22.25  
AR 25O-09-142  
Third Amendment to Development Agreement and  
Addendum(61445869.12)  
A motion was made by Vice Mayor S. Martin, seconded by Commissioner J.  
Hodgson, 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:  
8.  
ORDINANCE NO. 25O-10-143: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY  
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL, FLORIDA, AMENDING  
THE CODE OF ORDINANCES, CHAPTER 6, “BUILDINGS AND  
BUILDING REGULATIONS,” ARTICLE IV, “40-YEAR OR OLDER  
BUILDING SAFETY INSPECTION PROGRAM,” TO REFLECT  
A
CHANGE TO A “30-YEAR OR OLDER BUILDING PROGRAM” AND  
UPDATING THE PROVISIONS WITHIN THE ARTICLE; PROVIDING FOR  
CODIFICATION; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR  
SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.  
Attachments: ORD 25O-10-143 revising building safety program to 30 years  
AR 25O-10-143  
hb 913.pdf  
A motion was made by Vice Mayor S. Martin, seconded by Commissioner J.  
Hodgson, 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:  
9.  
ORDINANCE NO. 25O-10-144: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY  
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAUDERHILL, FLORIDA, AMENDING  
THE  
REGULATIONS,”  
CODE  
OF  
ARTICLE  
ORDINANCES,  
“IN  
CHAPTER  
GENERAL”  
12,  
SECTION  
“BUSINESS  
12-3,  
I
“CERTIFICATE OF USE AND LOCAL BUSINESS TAX RECEIPT  
REQUIRED;  
BUSINESSES;  
PROHIBITION  
OF  
UNAUTHORIZED  
TO REVISE  
AND  
THE  
ILLEGAL  
PURPOSE  
ENFORCEMENT,”  
STATEMENT, TO CLARIFY PROHIBITIONS ON UNAUTHORIZED AND  
ILLEGAL BUSINESSES, TO UPDATE REQUIREMENTS FOR  
CERTIFICATES OF USE AND LOCAL BUSINESS TAX RECEIPTS, AND  
TO STRENGTHEN PROPERTY OWNER RESPONSIBILITIES;  
PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS;  
PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING FOR AN  
EFFECTIVE DATE.  
Attachments: ORD 25O-10-144 changing certificate of use  
AR 25O-10-144  
Director of Intergovernmental Affairs Zach Davis-Walker explained this  
ordinance clarifies existing language allowing the city to fine landlords $500 per  
day for tenants operating without Certificates of Use (COU). The amendment  
makes enforcement more direct and immediate rather than requiring the lengthy  
NOV (Notice of Violation) process. He cited a 2020 example on 38th Avenue  
where notification of potential fines prompted nine tenants to obtain proper  
COUs.  
Commissioner Campbell expressed concern about the $500 daily fine  
potentially making compliance impossible for struggling new businesses. Mr.  
Davis-Walker clarified the fine targets building owners, not tenants, and is  
reserved for severe cases involving repeat offenders and illicit activities. City  
Attorney Ottinot confirmed fines are governed by state law with a maximum of  
$1,000 for code violations.  
Commissioner Dunn raised concerns about unintended consequences for  
small business owners unaware of licensing requirements beyond SunBiz  
registration. She noted many home-based businesses likely operate without  
proper business licenses and requested protection for businesses genuinely  
trying to comply versus bad actors. She emphasized the need for written  
strategy, not vague policies.  
City Manager Hobbs assured this tool would be used in extreme cases, such as  
illegal drug labs, not for businesses simply unaware of requirements. He  
confirmed they would create  
a
policy distinguishing between education-first  
approaches for legitimate businesses and enforcement against properties with  
reputations for leasing to illicit actors.  
Vice Mayor Martin strongly supported the ordinance, citing its necessity for  
addressing drug dealers and illicit activities, particularly in the 19th Street area  
near U Save. He emphasized this targets bad actors exploiting the system, not  
businesses trying to do right. Commissioner Hodgson agreed discretion must  
be considered based on history and background.  
Commissioner Dunn requested a timeline for policy development. City Manager  
Hobbs committed to starting this week and having it ready for the January  
workshop.  
A motion was made by Vice Mayor S. Martin, seconded by Commissioner J.  
Hodgson, 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  
XV  
COMMUNICATIONS FROM PUBLIC OFFICIALS SHALL BEGIN IMMEDIATELY  
BEFORE ADJOURNMENT  
City Manager Hobbs thanked staff for their hard work on recent events including  
the Beer-B-Q, Boos and Brews food truck roll, and breast cancer awareness  
bike ride. He noted positive feedback on all events and interest in future evening  
bike rides.  
Commissioner Campbell announced the Shaquell Moore Foundation's free  
soccer event on November 13 at Lauderhill Sports Complex for ages 4-15,  
4:00-7:00 PM. He emphasized Moore as an example of giving back, having  
grown up in Lauderhill's youth programs and now playing professionally in Spain  
while captaining various U.S. national teams. Commissioner Campbell teased a  
similar tennis announcement coming in January.  
Vice Mayor Martin thanked staff for the Veterans Day event at the Sports Park  
and reminded everyone of the Veterans Day ceremony November 11 at 2:30  
PM at Veterans Park.  
Commissioner Dunn announced several events:  
●
November 11: Thanksgiving community enrollment and resource fair at  
Broward Community Family Health Center in Lauderhill Mall, 11:00 AM-7:00 PM,  
featuring health insurance enrollment assistance  
● November 14: First youth-led peace walk at Parkway Middle School, part of  
Lauderhill's P365 SAFE Promise Club, involving 450 students advocating to end  
gun violence  
● November 18: Virtual workshop on parenting, mental wellness, and emotional  
intelligence for preschool/kindergarten parents through FIU partnership  
● November 21: West Ken Lark Homeowners Association Thanksgiving dinner,  
5:00-8:00 PM  
● December 4: Lauderhill Healthy You tour event at Saint George Community  
Park  
Commissioner Hodgson thanked staff for recent events, admitting he needs to  
relearn bicycle riding, and thanked Vice Mayor Martin for leading the veterans  
walk at the Sports Park.  
City Attorney Ottinot recognized city employees' dedication to Jamaica relief  
efforts with time and money donations.  
Mayor Grant acknowledged additional hurricane relief supplies need distribution  
to Westmoreland, St. James (where 70% of housing stock is destroyed), and  
Trelawny parishes. She praised the collaborative effort of Public Works, Fire,  
Police, Chief Torres, and the entire dais's support. The mayor announced the  
senior brunch and turkey giveaway on November 19 at 11:00 AM, with 100  
turkeys for seniors at the brunch and 450 additional turkeys distributed to  
churches at 3:00 PM. She also recognized the success of Pink Up Lauderhill  
and the Beer-B-Q event.  
XV ADJOURNMENT - 8:43 PM