Pembroke Park: Regular Commission Meeting - January 14, 2026
Summary. The Regular Commission Meeting for Pembroke Park held on January 14, 2026, began at 7:00 PM with all five commissioners present. The commission heard a redistricting presentation from Florida Atlantic University consultants who presented three alternative maps to address severely unbalanced district populations that haven't been updated in over 25 years. The current districts have a 309% total deviation from the ideal average, well beyond the recommended 10% guideline. The commission agreed to schedule this for further workshop discussion in February and adopt new districts by ordinance before the March 9, 2026 deadline to meet charter requirements. A significant portion of the meeting focused on procurement oversight issues, highlighted by a nearly $946,000 expenditure for 16 vehicle lease renewals through Enterprise Fleet Management that occurred without prior commission approval. This led to extended discussion about Ordinance 2026-001 regarding purchasing thresholds, which ultimately failed 3-2 due to concerns about increasing spending limits without proper commission oversight. The commission also addressed operational matters including park use fee waivers, capital improvement elements, temporary generator utilization costing $84,240 annually, and various service agreements. The meeting concluded with the passage of Ordinance 2026-003 on first reading, which transfers business tracking processes from eliminated local business tax receipts to certificates of use, and updates on the New Text Corporation micro hospital project. Mayor Jacobs provided a lengthy statement defending his record and addressing recent controversies, while the town attorney updated the commission on ethics code changes and Hollywood large user agreement litigation. The meeting adjourned at 9:56 PM.
Agenda Items
5.1. Presentation from Florida Atlantic University on Redistricting
FAU consultants presented analysis showing severely unbalanced election districts requiring redistricting after 25 years
- Current districts have 309% total deviation, well beyond 10% guideline
- Three alternative maps presented with different approaches to rebalancing
- Need to adopt ordinance by March 9, 2026 to meet charter deadline
- Commissioners can end up in different districts after redistricting
7.1. Park Use Fee Waiver for Community Outreach Event
Resolution 2026-001 approving fee waiver for Rose Heart Foundation and Earthly Doula community event
- Event to be held at Raymond Preserve Park
- Community bounce house event for nonprofit organization
- Sponsored by Mayor Jacobs
7.8. Temporary Generator Utilization
Extended discussion about continuing use of temporary generator while permanent generator project remains delayed
- Town paying $7,020 per month ($84,240 annually) for temporary generator
- Permanent generator project delayed over 10 years, multiple extensions
- $400,000 state grant at risk if not completed by deadline
- Building sale discussion by Polizzi causing project delays
- Air conditioning system also failing, requiring immediate repairs
7.10. Vehicle Lease Expenditure Ratification
Motion to ratify $946,000 in vehicle lease expenses that occurred without commission approval
- 16 vehicles renewed automatically under 2020 Enterprise contract
- Lack of process to bring renewals before commission
- Concerns about procurement oversight and training needs
- All vehicle purchases historically required commission approval
Purchasing Thresholds. Ordinance 2026-001 - Purchasing Thresholds
Continued discussion of ordinance to increase purchasing thresholds, with debate about fiscal oversight
- Concerns about increasing spending limits without proper commission oversight
- Questions about accountability and financial controls
- Workshop meeting scheduled to address procurement processes
10.1. Ordinance 2026-003 - Certificates of Use Requirements (First Reading)
Ordinance amending business regulation requirements by transferring application process from eliminated business tax receipts to certificates of use
- Copy and paste job from prior BTR application process
- Minor changes made for home businesses regarding noise and employee limitations
- Commissioner Mohammed provided input on revisions
11.1. Contract with Cigna - Insurance Agent Compensation
Approval of contract for Evershore company to work on healthcare plan administration for standard commission
- Industry standard commission basis
- Presented by HR director to town manager
- Standard healthcare plan administration work
Motions & Votes
Motion to approve the agenda as amended
Moved by Commissioner Hodgkins, seconded by Commissioner Mohammed
Passed 5-0
Motion to approve Resolution 2026-001 for park use fee waiver
Moved by Commissioner Hodgkins, seconded by Vice Mayor Kashem
Passed 5-0
Motion to approve Resolution 2026-002 for capital improvement element
Moved by Commissioner Hodgkins, seconded by Vice Mayor Kashem
Passed 5-0
Motion to approve temporary generator utilization for up to twelve months
Moved by Commissioner Hodgkins, seconded by Commissioner Morissette
Passed 5-0
Motion to ratify expenses for leased vehicles obtained through Enterprise Fleet Management
Moved by Commissioner Hodgkins, seconded by Commissioner Mohammed
Passed 5-0
Motion to approve ordinance number 2026-001 (purchasing thresholds)
Moved by Commissioner Mohammed, seconded by Commissioner Hodgkins
Failed 3-2
Motion to approve ordinance number 2026-003
Moved by Commissioner Hodgkins, seconded by Not clearly stated
Passed 5-0
Motion to approve contract with Cigna for insurance agent compensation
Moved by Commissioner Mohammed, seconded by Commissioner Morissette
Passed 5-0
Motion to adjourn
Moved by Commissioner Hodgkins, seconded by Not clearly stated
Passed
Action Items
Schedule redistricting discussion for February 3 workshop and prepare for ordinance adoption process
Assigned to Town Attorney and FAU consultants · Due February 3, 2026 workshop
Provide comprehensive report on generator and AC projects with timelines and accountability measures
Assigned to Jeff Odoms (Public Works Director) · Due Next commission meeting
Implement tracking system for all contracts and asset end-of-life dates
Assigned to Town Manager and department heads
Conduct procurement training workshop for staff
Assigned to Town Attorney and procurement consultant
Workshop meeting on procurement issues scheduled
Assigned to Commission/Town Manager · Due Next Thursday (subject to availability)
Finalize letter to City of Hollywood regarding large user agreement damages
Assigned to Town Attorney with Ackerman Law Firm and ECRA consulting
Plan press conference for New Text Corporation micro hospital project
Assigned to Town Manager Lynch
Frequently Asked Questions
What was decided at this meeting?
The Regular Commission Meeting for Pembroke Park held on January 14, 2026, began at 7:00 PM with all five commissioners present. The commission heard a redistricting presentation from Florida Atlantic University consultants who presented three alternative maps to address severely unbalanced district populations that haven't been updated in over 25 years. The current districts have a 309% total deviation from the ideal average, well beyond the recommended 10% guideline. The commission agreed to schedule this for further workshop discussion in February and adopt new districts by ordinance before the March 9, 2026 deadline to meet charter requirements. A significant portion of the meeting focused on procurement oversight issues, highlighted by a nearly $946,000 expenditure for 16 vehicle lease renewals through Enterprise Fleet Management that occurred without prior commission approval. This led to extended discussion about Ordinance 2026-001 regarding purchasing thresholds, which ultimately failed 3-2 due to concerns about increasing spending limits without proper commission oversight. The commission also addressed operational matters including park use fee waivers, capital improvement elements, temporary generator utilization costing $84,240 annually, and various service agreements. The meeting concluded with the passage of Ordinance 2026-003 on first reading, which transfers business tracking processes from eliminated local business tax receipts to certificates of use, and updates on the New Text Corporation micro hospital project. Mayor Jacobs provided a lengthy statement defending his record and addressing recent controversies, while the town attorney updated the commission on ethics code changes and Hollywood large user agreement litigation. The meeting adjourned at 9:56 PM.
What was on the agenda?
This meeting covered 7 agenda items: Presentation from Florida Atlantic University on Redistricting; Park Use Fee Waiver for Community Outreach Event; Temporary Generator Utilization; Vehicle Lease Expenditure Ratification; Ordinance 2026-001 - Purchasing Thresholds; Ordinance 2026-003 - Certificates of Use Requirements (First Reading); Contract with Cigna - Insurance Agent Compensation.
How many motions were voted on?
9 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?
7 action items were identified. See the Action Items section above for details and who they were assigned to.
Who attended this meeting?
12 members were recorded as present: Mayor Jacobs, Vice Mayor Kashem, Commissioner Hodgkins, Commissioner Mohammed, Commissioner Morissette, Town Manager Lynch, Town Attorney, Town Clerk, Jeff Odoms, Mike Stamm, James Gamet Clark, Mr. Daverman.
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 Pembroke Park in?
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