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Home My WebLink About02.23.2022 - Regular Meeting MinutesCity of Miami Gardens City Council Minutes February 23, 2022 1. CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL The City Council for the City of Miami Gardens, Florida, met in regular session, Feb 23 2022, beginning at 07:00 PM, in the Council Chambers, 18605 NW 27th Avenue, Miami Gardens, Florida. The following members of the City Council were present: Mayor Rodney Harris, Vice Mayor Reggie Leon, Councilwoman Shannon Campbell, Councilwoman Shannan Ighodaro, Councilwoman Linda Julien, Councilman Robert Stephens, and Councilwoman Katrina Wilson. Also in attendance were: City Manager Cameron Benson, City Attorney Sonja Dickens, and City Clerk Mario Bataille. 2. INVOCATION Councilman Robert Stephens delivered the Invocation. 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 4.1. Regular City Council Meeting Draft Minutes – February 9, 2022 A motion offered by Councilman Stephens, seconded by Vice Mayor Leon, to approve the minutes passed and carried by a 7 to 0 roll call vote of the City Council. Mayor Harris Yes Vice Mayor Leon Yes Councilwoman Campbell Yes Councilwoman Ighodaro Yes Councilwoman Julien Yes Councilman Stephens Yes Councilwoman Wilson Yes 5. ORDER OF BUSINESS Councilwoman Julien requested item 11.2 be pulled from the Consent Agenda. City Manager Benson withdrew item 12.1 from the Agenda. A motion made by Vice Mayor Leon, seconded by Councilman Stephens, to approve the Agenda as amended passed and carried by a unanimous voice vote. DocuSign Envelope ID: 46D67962-7309-4ADB-A4E4-C0E1B13B3EE8 Page 2 of 13 City Council Meeting Minutes February 23, 2022 6. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS (5 MINUTES EACH) 6.1. SPECIAL PRESENTATION BY COUNCILWOMAN SHANNON CAMPBELL. Councilwoman Shannon Campbell presented Lorna's Caribbean & American Grill with the Positive Forward Progress Award for their continued support of the City of Miami Gardens seniors. 7. PUBLIC COMMENTS Marjorie C. Lamarre, 17363 NW 7th Avenue, #101, Miami Gardens, FL 33169, appeared before the City Council and shared concerns regarding traffic incident that took place on February 14, 2022 on NW 207th Street. Ms. Lamarre continued to question why the City has not placed any traffic calming devices on that street and requested the City Council address the speeding issue in the area. Jacques Lamarre, 17363 NW 7th Avenue, #101, Miami Gardens, FL 33169, appeared before the City Council and stated his family is seeking just for the traffic incident that took place on February 14, 2022 on NW 207th Street. Rea Hughes, 3335 NW 180th Street, Miami, FL 33056, appeared before the City Council and shared quotes on transparency. Former Councilman David Williams, Jr, 17640 NW 18th Avenue, Miami Gardens, FL, appeared before the City Council and spoke on the importance of the Miami Carol City High School PTA. He requested the City Council support their upcoming PTA Fundraiser and Membership Drive. Helen Wells, 20625 NW 24th Avenue, Miami Gardens, FL, appeared before the City Council and shared concerns regarding traffic safety and speeding with the City of Miami Gardens. Jennifer Nijhove, 1731 NW 206th Street, Miami Gardens, FL 33055, appeared before the City Council and on behalf of the Lake Lucerne Crime Presentation Watch Group shared concerns regarding the speeding issues taking place in the Lake Lucerne area. Reginal Andre, 1418 NW 208th Street, Miami Gardens, FL 33169, submitted written communication indicated the Keep Miami Gardens Beautiful Advisory Boards recommends that the City provide an informational mailer to all homeowners and business in Miami Gardens to provide and reiterate proper expectations to the residents regarding how they should maintain the City. Gale o. Cunningham, 19001 NW 14th Avenue Road, Miami Gardens, Florida 33169, submitted written communication requesting the City Council fill vacant Advisory Board appointments. DocuSign Envelope ID: 46D67962-7309-4ADB-A4E4-C0E1B13B3EE8 Page 3 of 13 City Council Meeting Minutes February 23, 2022 8. ORDINANCE(S) FOR FIRST READING: 9. ORDINANCE(S) FOR SECOND READING/PUBLIC HEARING(S) 10. RESOLUTION(S)/PUBLIC HEARING(S) 11. CONSENT AGENDA: 11.1. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MARCH 8, 2022, AS INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY IN THE CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS; PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. 11.2. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS CITY COUNCIL AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER AND THE CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AND ATTEST RESPECTIVELY, THAT CERTAIN AGREEMENT AND ANY AGREEMENTS AND ATTENDANT DOCUMENTS AS A RESULT OF THIS GRANT PROCESS WITH THE STATE OF FLORIDA, DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY FOR THE ACCEPTANCE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT MITIGATION PROGRAM (CDBG-MIT) FUNDING IN THE AMOUNT OF ONE MILLION SEVEN HUNDRED-ONE THOUSAND THREE HUNDRED EIGHTY DOLLARS ($1,701,380.00) FOR VISTA VERDE PHASE #4 ROAD AND DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT, A COPY OF WHICH IS ATTACHED HERETO TO AS EXHIBIT “A”; PROVIDING FOR INSTRUCTIONS TO THE CITY CLERK; PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATION; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. This item was pulled from the Consent Agenda. 11.3. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, APPROVING THE CITY'S TITLE VI PLAN FOR 2022 ATTACHED HERETO AS EXHIBIT “A”; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO TAKE ALL NECESSARY STEPS TO IMPLEMENT THE PLAN; PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. 11.4. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, ALLOCATING FISCAL YEAR 2021-202 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (“CDBG”) PUBLIC SERVICE FUNDS TO MT. PISGAH CHURCH, KRISTI HOUSE, INC., EXPERTS RESOURCE COMMUNITY CENTER, INC., SUNSHINE FOR ALL, INC., PROSPERITY SOCIAL & COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT (NOW PROJECT), THE NORTH MIAMI FOUNDATION, AND THE S.E.E.K. FOUNDATION IN THE TOTAL AMOUNT OF ONE HUNDRED SIXTY NINE THOUSAND DOLLARS ($169,000.00); AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER AND THE CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AND ATTEST RESPECTIVELY, SUBRECIPIENT AGREEMENTS FOR THIS DocuSign Envelope ID: 46D67962-7309-4ADB-A4E4-C0E1B13B3EE8 Page 4 of 13 City Council Meeting Minutes February 23, 2022 PURPOSE IN SUBSTANTIAL FORM AS THAT AGREEMENT, ATTACHED HERETO AS EXHIBIT "A"; PROVIDING FOR INSTRUCTIONS TO THE CITY CLERK; PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. 11.5. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, AWARDING REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS NO. 20-21-021, PRE-QUALIFICATION OF GENERAL BUILDING/SPECIALTY TRADE CONTRACTORS, TO AMERICAN SECURITY GROUP A-1 INC. DBA A-1 LOCK AND KEY; ANDREVY SOLUTIONS LLC.; CONWELL & ASSOCIATES CONSULTING COMPANY; FIKON, CORP.; HNL CORP.; JAMES JOYCE CONSTRUCTION CORP; KIB CONSTRUCTION CORP.; ONE TRADE CAPITAL, INC., DBA R & J PLUMBING AND BACKFLOW SERVICES; RJ SPENCER CONSTRUCTION LLC DBA RJS CONSTRUCTION AND THE BANNERMAN GROUP, INC.; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ISSUE PURCHASE ORDERS ON AN AS-NEEDED BASIS FOR THE BUDGETED AMOUNT; PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. 11.6. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS, AUTHORIZING THE CITY ATTORNEY AND CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A SETTLEMENT TO RESOLVE ALL ISSUES, FEES AND COSTS FOR THAT CERTAIN LITIGATION STYLED CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS V. J.P. MORGAN CHASE & CO. ET AL, CASE NO. 1:14-CV-22206-KMW; AUTHORIZING THE CITY ATTORNEY TO DISMISS THE LITIGATION; PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. A motion offered by Vice Mayor Leon, seconded by Councilwoman Campbell, to approve the Consent Agenda passed and carried by a 7 to 0 roll call vote of the City Council. Mayor Harris Yes Vice Mayor Leon Yes Councilwoman Campbell Yes Councilwoman Ighodaro Yes Councilwoman Julien Yes Councilman Stephens Yes Councilwoman Wilson Yes 12. RESOLUTION(S) DocuSign Envelope ID: 46D67962-7309-4ADB-A4E4-C0E1B13B3EE8 Page 5 of 13 City Council Meeting Minutes February 23, 2022 12.1. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS CITY COUNCIL AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER AND THE CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AND ATTEST RESPECTIVELY, THAT CERTAIN AGREEMENT AND ANY AGREEMENTS AND ATTENDANT DOCUMENTS AS A RESULT OF THIS GRANT PROCESS WITH THE STATE OF FLORIDA, DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY FOR THE ACCEPTANCE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT MITIGATION PROGRAM (CDBG-MIT) FUNDING IN THE AMOUNT OF ONE MILLION SEVEN HUNDRED-ONE THOUSAND THREE HUNDRED EIGHTY DOLLARS ($1,701,380.00) FOR VISTA VERDE PHASE #4 ROAD AND DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT, A COPY OF WHICH IS ATTACHED HERETO TO AS EXHIBIT “A”; PROVIDING FOR INSTRUCTIONS TO THE CITY CLERK; PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATION; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE Councilwoman Julien spoke on her most recent community clean-up which took place in the Vista Verde community. She continued to indicate Vista Verde is in a litter and blighted state. She spoke in support of the item as this steps in the right direction to improve in the quality of life in that area. Councilman Stephens spoke in support of the item. Answering a question posed by Councilman Stephens, City Manager Benson provided an overview on the item and introduced Public Works Director Tom Ruiz who provided the parameters and schedule of the Vista Verde Phase #4 Road and Drainage Improvement Project. A motion offered by Councilwoman Julien, seconded by Vice Mayor Leon, to approve the Resolution passed and carried by a 7 to 0 roll call vote of the City Council. Mayor Harris Yes Vice Mayor Leon Yes Councilwoman Campbell Yes Councilwoman Ighodaro Yes Councilwoman Julien Yes Councilman Stephens Yes Councilwoman Wilson Yes 12.2. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, AWARDING REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP) 20-21-020 T-SHIRT WITH LOGO PRINT SERVICES TO _________________..AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ISSUE DocuSign Envelope ID: 46D67962-7309-4ADB-A4E4-C0E1B13B3EE8 Page 6 of 13 City Council Meeting Minutes February 23, 2022 PURCHASE ORDERS NOT TO EXCEED ALLOCATED BUDGETED AMOUNT FOR THIS PURPOSE; PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. This item was withdrawn. 13. QUASI-JUDICIAL ZONING HEARINGS/JENNINGS DISCLOSURE: 13.1 ORDINANCES ON FOR FIRST READING/PUBLIC HEARING(S): Planning and Zoning Director Nakeischea Smith brief all interested parties on the meeting procedures for the Quasi-Judicial Zoning Items. 13.1.1. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, APPROVING THE REZONING OF THAT CERTAIN PROPERTY LOCATED AT 3311-3341 NW 189TH STREET IN MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED IN EXHIBIT “A” ATTACHED HERETO, FROM AU, AGRICULTURAL AND UTILITIES TO R-15, MULTIPLE FAMILY DWELLING RESIDENTIAL; PROVIDING FOR ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS; REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT; PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; PROVIDING FOR INCLUSION IN CODE; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE Councilman Stephens, Councilwoman Wilson, and Vice Mayor Leon indicated they have had ex-parte communication and their decision will be based on the evidence presented this evening. City Clerk Bataille administered the oath of truthfulness to all interested parties. Director Smith provided an overview on the Item. A motion was made by Vice Mayor Leon, seconded by Councilman Stephens, to approve the Ordinance on First Reading. Attorney Robert Holland, representing the applicant, provided an overview on the applicant's request for rezoning and housing development plans. In addition, Mr. Holland answered questions posed by the City Council concerning the townhome development plans, day to day living on the property, maintenance, traffic, workforce housing, amenities, and security. Councilman Stephens shared concerns on the traffic infrastructure surrounding the property. DocuSign Envelope ID: 46D67962-7309-4ADB-A4E4-C0E1B13B3EE8 Page 7 of 13 City Council Meeting Minutes February 23, 2022 Councilwoman Wilson shared concerns on the availability of workforce housing and parking within the development plan. Mayor Harris opened the floor for public comments. Rea Hughes, 3335 NW 180th Street, Miami Gardens, FL 33056, appeared before the City Council and spoke in opposition of the Item. James Ward, 3351 NW 189th Street, Miami Gardens, FL, appeared before the City Council and spoke in opposition of the Item. Audry Ward, 3351 NW 189th Street, Miami Gardens, FL, appeared before the City Council and spoke in opposition of the Item. Caryn Ward, 3351 NW 189th Street, Miami Gardens, FL, appeared before the City Council and spoke in opposition of the Item. Gale O. Cunningham, 19001 NW 14th Avenue Road, Miami Gardens, FL, appeared before the City Council and spoke in opposition of the Item. Brenda Providence, 2021 NW 154th Street, Miami Gardens, FL, appeared before the City Council and spoke in opposition of the Item. There being no further comments, Mayor Harris closed the floor. Answering a question posed by Councilman Stephens, City Manager Benson indicated resurfacing is the only improvements schedule for the exterior streets of 189th Street and 191st Street. Answering questions posed by Councilman Stephens and Councilwoman Julien, City Attorney Dickens clarified a restrictive covenant is not considered with this item. The Council is only considering the rezoning application. At the conclusion of deliberation on this Item, Mayor Harris called the question. A motion offered by Vice Mayor Leon, seconded by Councilman Stephens, to approve the Ordinance on First Reading passed and carried by a 7 to 0 roll call vote of the City Council. Mayor Harris Yes Vice Mayor Leon Yes DocuSign Envelope ID: 46D67962-7309-4ADB-A4E4-C0E1B13B3EE8 Page 8 of 13 City Council Meeting Minutes February 23, 2022 Councilwoman Campbell Yes Councilwoman Ighodaro Yes Councilwoman Julien Yes Councilman Stephens Yes Councilwoman Wilson Yes 13.1.2. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, APPROVING THE REZONING OF THAT CERTAIN PROPERTY LOCATED AT THE INTERSECTION OF NW 37TH PLACE AND THE PALMETTO EXPRESSWAY/NW 167TH STREET IN MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED ON EXHIBIT “A”, ATTACHED HERETO, FROM SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLING RESIDENTIAL TO PLANNED CORRIDOR DEVELOPMENT; REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT; PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; PROVIDING FOR INCLUSION IN CODE; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE Councilman Stephens, Councilwoman Wilson, Councilwoman Campbell, Councilwoman Julien, Vice Mayor Leon, and Mayor Harris indicated they have had ex-parte communication and their decision will be based on the evidence presented this evening. City Clerk Bataille administered the oath of truthfulness to all interested parties. Director Smith provided an overview on the Item. A motion was made by Councilman Stephens, seconded by Vice Mayor Leon, to approve the Ordinance on First Reading. St. Thomas University President David A. Armstrong appeared before the City Council and provided an overview on the rezoning request made by St. Thomas University. Mayor Harris opened the floor for public comment. Quintin Barnes, 3716 NW 166th Street, Miami Gardens, FL, appeared before the City Council and spoke in opposition of the Item. Former Councilman David Williams, Jr., 17640 NW 18th Avenue, Miami Gardens, FL, appeared before the City Council and spoke in support of the Item. Gale Olivia Cunningham, 19001 NW 14th Avenue Road, Miami Gardens, FL, appeared before the City Council and spoke in opposition of the Item. DocuSign Envelope ID: 46D67962-7309-4ADB-A4E4-C0E1B13B3EE8 Page 9 of 13 City Council Meeting Minutes February 23, 2022 Brenda Providence, 2021 NW 154th Street, Miami Gardens, FL, appeared before the City Council and encouraged the City Council to attend developer’s community meeting. Ms. Providence spoke in opposition of a gas station on the proposed site. There being no more public comment, Mayor closed the floor. There being no further discussion, Mayor Harris called the question. A motion offered by Councilman Stephens, seconded by Vice Mayor Leon, to approve the Ordinance on First Reading passed and carried by a 6 to 1 roll call vote of the City Council. Mayor Harris Yes Vice Mayor Leon Yes Councilwoman Campbell No Councilwoman Ighodaro Yes Councilwoman Julien Yes Councilman Stephens Yes Councilwoman Wilson Yes 13.1.3. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, APPROVING THE APPLICATION SUBMITTED BY ARTURO GRIEGO ON BEHALF OF MOUNT HOPE CHURCH, FOR THE REZONING OF PROPERTY LOCATED AT 15525-15555 NW 22ND AVENUE IN MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA 33054, MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED IN EXHIBIT “A” ATTACHED HERETO, FROM NEIGHBORHOOD COMMERCIAL (“NC”) TO R-15 MULTIPLE FAMILY DWELLING RESIDENTIAL (“R-15”); PROVIDING FOR ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS; REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT; PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; PROVIDING FOR INCLUSION IN CODE; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Councilman Stephens, Councilwoman Ighodaro, Councilwoman Wilson, Councilwoman Julien, Vice Mayor Leon, and Mayor Harris indicated they have had ex-parte communication and their decision will be based on the evidence presented this evening. City Clerk Bataille administered the oath of truthfulness to all interested parties. Planning and Zoning Director Smith provided an overview on the Item. DocuSign Envelope ID: 46D67962-7309-4ADB-A4E4-C0E1B13B3EE8 Page 10 of 13 City Council Meeting Minutes February 23, 2022 Architect Arturo Griego, representing the applicant, provided an overview on the architect designed associated with the application and answered questions posed by the City Council. A motion was made by Vice Mayor Leon, seconded by Councilwoman Julien, to approve the Ordinance on First Reading. Attorney Robert Holland, representing the applicant, provided on overview on the rezoning request, development project, traffic study, and community meetings. Mayor Harris opened the floor for public comments. Gwendolyn Williams, 17031 NW 42nd Avenue, Miami Gardens, FL, provided written communication in opposition of the Item. Brenda Providence, 2021 NW 154th Street, Miami Gardens, FL, appeared before the City Council and spoke in opposition of the Item. Gale O. Cunningham, 19001 NW 14th Avenue Road, Miami Gardens, FL, appeared before the City Council and spoke in opposition of the Item. There being no further comments, Mayor Harris closed the floor. There being no further discussion on the Item, Mayor Harris called the question. A motion offered by Vice Mayor Leon, seconded by Councilwoman Julien, to approve the Ordinance on First Reading failed by a 3 to 4 roll call vote of the City Council. Mayor Harris Yes Vice Mayor Leon Yes Councilwoman Campbell No Councilwoman Ighodaro No Councilwoman Julien Yes Councilman Stephens No Councilwoman Wilson No 13.2 ORDINANCES ON FOR SECOND READING/PUBLIC HEARING(S) 13.3 RESOLUTION(S)/PUBLIC HEARING(S) DocuSign Envelope ID: 46D67962-7309-4ADB-A4E4-C0E1B13B3EE8 Page 11 of 13 City Council Meeting Minutes February 23, 2022 13.3.1. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, APPROVING THE WAIVER OF MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR RECREATION/PLAY AREAS FROM 42,000 SQUARE FEET TO 1,634 SQUARE FEET FOR THAT CERTAIN PROPERTY LOCATED AT 18441 NW 2ND AVENUE, MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED IN EXHIBIT “A” ATTACHED HERETO, AS SET FORTH IN SECTION 34-288 OF THE CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS CODE OF ORDINANCES; PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Councilman Stephens indicated he had ex-parte communication and his decision will be based on the evidence presented this evening. City Clerk Bataille administered the oath of truthfulness to all interested parties. Planning and Zoning Director Smith provided an overview on the Item. Mark Grafton, representing the applicant, appeared before the City Council and provided an overview on the waiver request made by St. Anthony School. Mr. Grafton made it known the school was unable to receive authorization from the property owner to enter into a declaration of restrictive covenant as requested by the City Council at a previous Council Meeting. However they proffer entering into a written agreement with the City that will address the concerns raised by the City Council during the previous meeting as it relates to recreation. Answering a question posed by Councilman Stephens, Mr. Grafton further clarified the reason why the owner would not enter into a covenant. However he does have a letter of support from the property owner. Councilman Stephens acknowledge he visited the institution and spoke in support of their operation. Councilwoman Ighodaro spoke in support of the Item. Answering a question posed by Councilwoman Wilson, the Owner Operations of St. Anthony School brief the Council on their operation and inspection history. DocuSign Envelope ID: 46D67962-7309-4ADB-A4E4-C0E1B13B3EE8 Page 12 of 13 City Council Meeting Minutes February 23, 2022 Answering a question posed by Councilwoman Campbell, the Owner Operator made it known that the school has been operating without a certificate of use. Answering a question posed by Councilwoman Julien, Attorney Dickens made it known that this is a zoning matter that runs with the land and without a restrictive covenant the City does not have any protection with the land. Ultimately it is the Council decision to approve the item without a covenant. David Coviello, representing the applicant, made it known that the written agreement is no difference for a restrictive covenant. Attorney Dickens opined the statement made by Mr. Coviello is not true and made it known should the Council approve this Item the approved variance will run with the land and not limited to just the school. Attorney Dickens reiterated the proffered agreement made by the applicant would be tied to their certificate of use and not with the land. Attorney Dickens recommended the City Council should defer the Item in order to consider the proffered agreement in writing. After further deliberation on the Item the following action was taken. A motion made by Vice Mayor Leon, seconded by Councilwoman Campbell, to defer the Item to March 9, 2022 passed and carried by a Unanimous Voice Vote. 14. REPORTS OF CITY MANAGER/CITY ATTORNEY/CITY CLERK (3 MINUTES EACH) City Manager Benson reported on the Police Department’s recent hires and promotions. 15. REPORTS OF MAYOR AND COUNCIL MEMBERS (3 MINUTES EACH) Councilwoman Julien reported on her recently held Community Clean up at Vista Verde Park. Additionally, she announced the next Community Clean Up will take place on Saturday, April 9, 2022. Councilwoman Campbell announced the upcoming event taking place with Twisted Smoothies. DocuSign Envelope ID: 46D67962-7309-4ADB-A4E4-C0E1B13B3EE8 Page 13 of 13 City Council Meeting Minutes February 23, 2022 Councilwoman Wilson reported on the first Miami Gardens Street Fair and Market event. Additionally, Councilwoman Wilson announced her upcoming Real Estate Seminar. Vice Mayor Leon requested an update from the City Manager on the status of the Interlocal Agreement with Miami Dade County as it relates to traffic calming devices. Councilman Stephens requested the City Council hold a Workshop to discuss speeding. Consensus: The City Council to hold a Workshop to discuss the speeding and traffic safety within the City. Mayor Harris reported on the 5th Annual Robotic Competition. Councilman Stephens announced the American Heart Walk taking placed at Betty Ferguson Recreation Complex. In addition, Councilman Stephens reported on the recently held S.T.E.M. Saturday event. 16. WRITTEN REQUESTS, PETITIONS & OTHER WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE PUBLIC 17. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to discuss before this body, the meeting adjourned without objection at 10:29 p.m. Rodney Harris, Mayor Mario Bataille, City Clerk DocuSign Envelope ID: 46D67962-7309-4ADB-A4E4-C0E1B13B3EE8