Coconut Creek: City of Coconut Creek City Commission Meeting-3/12/26
Summary. The Coconut Creek City Commission held its regular meeting on March 12, 2026, beginning with ceremonies to swear in two new police officers, Angelina Costa and Michael Coudemi. The commission also recognized the city's finance and procurement teams with multiple awards for excellence in financial reporting and public procurement. The meeting included significant disruption during public comment when residents Bob Boudreaux and Joe Wade made allegations about improper police charges, leading to heated exchanges with Commissioner Riedell defending city staff. The commission approved several consent agenda items and three resolutions supporting federal funding requests for emergency operations center improvements and advanced metering infrastructure. Commissioner comments covered various topics including the successful Butterfly Festival, upcoming board appointments, and Commissioner Brody's announcement about ongoing health challenges.
Agenda Items
1. Swearing in ceremony for new police officers
Chief Hopper presented Officers Angelina Costa and Michael Coudemi, who were sworn in by City Clerk Cavanaugh
- Officer Costa from law enforcement family, former police explorer
- Officer Coudemi grew up in Coconut Creek, influenced by school resource officers
- Family members pinned badges on new officers
2-4. Award presentations to finance and procurement teams
Peter Gay Lake presented multiple awards including Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting (41st consecutive year), Popular Annual Financial Reporting award (17th consecutive year), and 2026 Award for Excellence in Public Procurement
- 41st consecutive year for ACFR award
- 17th consecutive year for PAFR award
- One of only 25 entities statewide to receive procurement award
5. Proclamation for Government Finance Professionals Week
Commissioner Welch read proclamation recognizing March 16-20, 2026 as Government Finance Professionals Week
- Recognition of vital services provided by finance professionals
- Acknowledgment of transparency and accountability role
Public Comment. Public input on non-agenda items
Bob Boudreaux and Joe Wade made allegations about improper police charges, leading to heated exchange with Commissioner Riedell defending city staff
- Allegations about criminal charges without investigation
- Commissioner Riedell's defense of police chief and city attorney
- Mayor Railey's statement about filing reports with threats
5-7. Consent Agenda
Approval of meeting minutes and two resolutions regarding maintenance agreements
- Minutes from previous meeting
- Maintenance agreement with Cocomar Property Owner LLC
- Subordination agreement with FDOT for sidewalk construction
8-10. Federal funding request resolutions
Three resolutions supporting requests for federal community project funding through Congressman Moskowitz's office
- Emergency Operations Center and Community Staging Area Project
- EOC HVAC and Technology System Project
- Advanced Metering Infrastructure AMI project
Motions & Votes
Motion to approve consent agenda items 5-7
Moved by Commissioner Welch, seconded by Commissioner Brody
Passed 5-0
Resolution 2026-36 in support of federal funding for Emergency Operations Center and Community Staging Area Project
Moved by Commissioner Welch, seconded by Commissioner Riedell
Passed 5-0
Resolution 2026-39 in support of federal funding for EOC HVAC and Technology System Project
Moved by Commissioner Riedell, seconded by Vice Mayor Wasserman
Passed 5-0
Resolution 2026-41 in support of federal funding for Advanced Metering Infrastructure AMI project
Moved by Vice Mayor Wasserman, seconded by Commissioner Welch
Passed 5-0
Action Items
Circulate calendar options for budget workshop on August 11th or 12th
Assigned to Maureen (staff member) · Due As soon as possible
File second amended complaint in case against FDOT regarding Turnpike expansion
Assigned to City Attorney Pyburn · Due Monday
Send someone to look at Windmill Park fencing on east side
Assigned to City Manager Rose · Due Next week
Frequently Asked Questions
What was decided at this meeting?
The Coconut Creek City Commission held its regular meeting on March 12, 2026, beginning with ceremonies to swear in two new police officers, Angelina Costa and Michael Coudemi. The commission also recognized the city's finance and procurement teams with multiple awards for excellence in financial reporting and public procurement. The meeting included significant disruption during public comment when residents Bob Boudreaux and Joe Wade made allegations about improper police charges, leading to heated exchanges with Commissioner Riedell defending city staff. The commission approved several consent agenda items and three resolutions supporting federal funding requests for emergency operations center improvements and advanced metering infrastructure. Commissioner comments covered various topics including the successful Butterfly Festival, upcoming board appointments, and Commissioner Brody's announcement about ongoing health challenges.
What was on the agenda?
This meeting covered 6 agenda items: Swearing in ceremony for new police officers; Award presentations to finance and procurement teams; Proclamation for Government Finance Professionals Week; Public input on non-agenda items; Consent Agenda; Federal funding request resolutions.
How many motions were voted on?
4 motions were voted on during this meeting. See the Motions & Votes section above for each motion and its result.
What action items came out of this meeting?
3 action items were identified. See the Action Items section above for details and who they were assigned to.
Who attended this meeting?
10 members were recorded as present: Mayor Railey, Vice Mayor Wasserman, Commissioner Riedell, Commissioner Welch, Commissioner Brody, City Manager Rose, City Attorney Pyburn, City Clerk Cavanaugh, Chief Hopper, Peter Gay Lake.
Where can I watch the full recording?
The full video recording is available on YouTube or embedded at the top of this page.
What county is Coconut Creek in?
Coconut Creek is located in Broward County, Florida. Browse other Broward County meeting summaries to see what local governments across the county are working on.
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