Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Hollywood public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
4 issues in taxes budget with low priority
Evaluation Process Reform
Two commissioners said the city needs a structured, written evaluation process with goals set jointly for future reviews of the city manager and city attorney — Commissioner Shuham suggested looking at best practices from other cities.
Employee Health and Insurance Contracts
Three consent items would lock in medical/pharmacy, stop-loss, and vision insurance for city employees from 2027 onward — worth roughly $2.3 million a year combined in administrative and coverage costs.
CRA Meeting Time Change
The board moved its regular meetings from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. on first Wednesdays, which Biederman objected to as unrealistic. The change takes effect going forward and can be revisited.
Attorneys' Fees for Greenspoon Marder
The Commission was scheduled to add up to $175,000 in attorneys' fees to outside counsel Greenspoon Marder for fiscal year 2026, bringing the annual total to $275,000. The specific litigation was not identified on the agenda.