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Home My WebLink About07.09.2025 - Regular City Council MeetingCity of Miami Gardens City Council Minutes July 9, 2025 1. CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL The City Council for the City of Miami Gardens, Florida, met in regular session, Jul 09 2025, beginning at 5:34 PM, in the Council Chambers, 18605 NW 27th Avenue, Miami Gardens, Florida. The following members of the City Council were present: Mayor Rodney Harris, Councilwoman Katrina L. Baskin, Councilwoman Michelle C. Powell, D.O., MPH, Councilman Reggie Leon, Councilwoman Katrina Wilson, and Councilwoman Linda Julien. Also, in attendance were: City Manager Cameron Benson, City Attorney Sonja Dickens, and City Clerk Mario Bataille. A motion made by Councilwoman Julien, seconded by Councilman Leon, to excuse the absence of Vice Mayor Stephens passed and carried by a unanimous voice vote. 2. INVOCATION Councilwoman Wilson delivered the Invocation. 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 4.1. Regular City Council Meeting Draft Minutes – May 28, 2025 4.2. Regular City Council Meeting Draft Minutes - June 11, 2025 A motion offered by Councilman Leon, seconded by Councilwoman Julien, to approve the minutes passed and carried by a 6 to 0 voice vote of the City Council. 5. ORDER OF BUSINESS The following items were added to the Agenda: ADD-ON ITEM #1: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE USE OF THE CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS FOR A YOUTH CIVIC ENGAGMENT SESSION WITH NATIONWIDE YOUTH OUTREACH & ATHLETICS TO BE HELD ON JULY 17, 2025; PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (SPONSORED BY COUNCILWOMAN KATRINA BASKIN) Docusign Envelope ID: EA2DB4FF-DF5B-4483-BD14-178DCA94F843 Page 2 of 7 July 9, 2025 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes ADD-ON ITEM #2: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE USE OF THE CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS ON JULY 11TH, 2025; PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (SPONSORED BY COUNCILWOMAN LINDA JULIEN) A motion made by Councilman Leon, seconded by Councilwoman Julien, to approve the Agenda as amended passed and carried by a unanimous voice vote. 6. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS (5 MINUTES EACH) 6.1. SPECIAL PRESENTATION RECOGNIZING PARKS AND RECREATION MONTH. Councilman Leon was joined by the Mayor and City Council in presenting Parks and Recreation department staff with the Parks and Recreation Month Proclamation. 6.2. SPECIAL PRESENTATION COMMENDING ADRIAN SIMMONS. Councilman Leon was joined by the Mayor and City Council in recognizing Adrian Simmons for his outstanding accomplishments and achievement of Eagle Scout. 7. PUBLIC COMMENTS Myya Passmore, 16350 NW 40th Court, Miami Gardens, FL, appeared before the City Council to advocate for improvements needed in the Venetian Garden area, including drainage, septic to sewer transition, traffic lights, community policing, the City bicycle & pedestrian plan, and rezoning as a College District. Darryl Thomas, 16040 NW 28th Court, Miami Gardens, FL, shared concerns regarding safety at City events, referencing issues during the City's 4th of July event. Kamilah Cross, 1425 NW 193rd Terrace, Miami Gardens, FL, expressed concerns about interactions between Ms. Majorie Cross and a Council Member. Jason Morris, 2490 NW 207th Street, Miami Gardens, FL, voiced concerns regarding delays in his zoning application. Dr. James Davis, 1500 NW 154th Street, Miami Gardens, FL, provided comments on the Juneteenth Gala and requested full financial disclosure related to the event. Margaret Kendrick, 2724 NW 199th Lane, Miami Gardens, FL, raised concerns about traffic and access issues during Hard Rock Stadium events despite having Docusign Envelope ID: EA2DB4FF-DF5B-4483-BD14-178DCA94F843 Page 3 of 7 July 9, 2025 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes a residential access pass, urging the Council to revisit the impact of these events on the community. Mamon Tisdol, 17031 NW 11th Avenue, Miami Gardens, FL, expressed concerns about traffic at the intersection of NW 170th Terrace and 12th Avenue. Reah Hughes, 335 NW 180th Street, Miami Gardens, FL, commented on public comments during meetings and requested follow-up from the Council on resident concerns and made comments concerning Council decorum. Phyllis Larkin, 1900 NW 154th Street, Miami Gardens, FL, requested enforcement review of Red Speed Camera policies during non-school times. Porsha Beasley, 1998 NW 155th Street, Miami Gardens, FL, expressed concerns about code enforcement inconsistencies in her neighborhood. Mary Cooper, 2990 NW 168th Terrace, Miami Gardens, FL, shared concerns about code enforcement practices and requested a review by the City Council. Cheryl Waterman, 20340 NW 29th Court, Miami Gardens, FL, raised traffic concerns in Riverview Homeownership due to Hard Rock Stadium events and requested improved notice and a permitting process for residents to use their properties for event parking. Cornelius D. Lee, 20469 NW 9th Court, Miami Gardens, FL, voiced concerns about Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) during stadium events. Lailah Robinson, Miami Gardens, FL, introduced her nonprofit organization "Cerealously Good, Inc." and requested City support through donations or placement of a community bin at a City facility. Latany Williams, 2738 NW 201st Terrace, Miami Gardens, FL, requested consideration for residents near the stadium to sell parking for stadium events. Gloria Cason, 20000 NW 15th Avenue, Miami Gardens, FL, expressed concerns about the negative effects of stadium events on residents. 8. REPORTS OF MAYOR AND COUNCIL MEMBERS Councilwoman Wilson reported on the following sponsored initiatives: • Juneteenth Legacy Gala • Battle of the Gardens Football Game Councilwoman Powell reported on the following sponsored initiatives: • Talk with the Doc • Family Day Out at TopGolf Docusign Envelope ID: EA2DB4FF-DF5B-4483-BD14-178DCA94F843 Page 4 of 7 July 9, 2025 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes • Healthy U Podcast • Grandparents Day and Shred Day Event • Laugh It Off • Diabetic Symposium • Healthy Tip of the Day: “Get your Vitamin D!” Councilwoman Leon reported on the following sponsored initiative: • Youth Night Camp Mayor Harris encouraged residents serviced by the North Miami Beach Water Utility to complete their Water Utility Settlement forms. 9. ORDINANCE(S) FOR FIRST READING: 10. ORDINANCE(S) FOR SECOND READING/PUBLIC HEARING(S) 10.1. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 16, ARTICLE III OF THE CITY MIAMI GARDENS CODE OF ORDINANCES TO CREATE SECTION 16-61 ENTITLED “WINDOW OPENINGS”; PROVIDING FOR ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS; REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT; PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; PROVIDING FOR INCLUSION IN CODE; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Mayor Harris opened the floor for public comment. There being no public comment, Mayor Harris closed the floor. A motion was made by Councilman Leon, seconded by Councilwoman Julien to approve the Ordinance on second reading. In response to Mayor Harris, Attorney Dickens provided an overview of the Item. There being no further discussion, Mayor Harris called the question. A motion offered by Councilman Leon, seconded by Councilwoman Julien, to approve the Ordinance on Second passed and carried by a 6 to 0 roll call vote of the City Council. Mayor Harris Yes Vice Mayor Stephens Absent Councilwoman Baskin Yes Councilwoman Powell, D.O., MPH Yes Councilman Leon Yes Councilwoman Wilson Yes Docusign Envelope ID: EA2DB4FF-DF5B-4483-BD14-178DCA94F843 Page 5 of 7 July 9, 2025 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes Councilwoman Julien Yes 11. RESOLUTION(S)/PUBLIC HEARING(S) 12. CONSENT AGENDA: 12.1. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THAT CERTAIN AGREEMENT WITH BEEFREE, LLC IN SUBSTANTIAL FORM AS THAT AGREEMENT ATTACHED HERETO AS EXHIBIT “A” FOR AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED EIGHT HUNDRED AND FORTY FIVE THOUSAND, FOUR HUNDRED AND SEVENTY EIGHT DOLLARS ($845,478.00) ANNUALLY FOR TRANSIT SERVICES; AUTHORIZING A WAIVER OF COMPETITIVE BIDDING PURSUANT TO SECTION 2- 757 OF THE PROCUREMENT CODE; PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. 12.2. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, ALLOCATING FUNDS FROM COUNCILWOMAN KATRINA L. BASKIN’S PUBLIC AFFAIRS ACCOUNT IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED SEVEN THOUSAND DOLLARS ($7,000) IN SUPPORT OF ONGOING CIVIC ENGAGMENT INITIATIVES; PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. 12.3. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ISSUE PURCHASE ORDERS NOT TO EXCEED TWO HUNDRED THIRTY- FOUR THOUSAND, FIVE HUNDRED AND SIXTEEN DOLLARS AND FIFTY-TWO CENTS ($234,516.52) TO SHI INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION FOR ANNUAL FEES TO OBTAIN SOFTWARE LICENSES, SOFTWARE, AND SUPPORT SERVICES; PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. 12.4. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, AWARDING REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL 24-25- 020, PICKLE BALL COURT CONSTRUCTION TO SPORT SURFACES LLC; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO NEGOTIATE AND EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT FOR THIS PURPOSE; PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. 12.5. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE FIRST RENEWAL OF INVITATION TO BID (ITB) NUMBER 22-23-014 LITTER CONTROL AND COLLECTION SERVICES TO SFM SERVICES, INC. AS THE PRIMARY VENDOR AND BE GREEN TREE SERVICE AND LANDSCAPING, INC. Docusign Envelope ID: EA2DB4FF-DF5B-4483-BD14-178DCA94F843 Page 6 of 7 July 9, 2025 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes AS THE SECONDARY VENDOR; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ISSUE PURCHASE ORDERS IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED THE BUDGETED AMOUNT; PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. 12.6. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, APPROVING THE AMENDED FISCAL YEAR 2025 MIAMI GARDENS COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY BUDGET, AS SET FORTH IN EXHIBIT “A”; PROVIDING FOR ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. A motion offered by Councilman Leon, seconded by Councilwoman Julien, to approve the Consent Agenda passed and carried by a 6 to 0 voice vote of the City Council. 13. RESOLUTION(S) 13.1. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL FOR THE CITY OF MIAMI GARDNES, FLORIDA, ACCEPTING THE FISCAL YEAR 2023-2024 ANNUAL AUDIT REPORT FROM THE CITY'S AUDITOR, ANTHONY BRUNSON, P.A.; PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. City Manager Benson introduced City Auditor Anthony Brunson who provided a brief presentation on the City's Audit. A motion offered by Councilman Leon, seconded by Councilwoman Baskin, to approve the Resolution passed and carried by a 6 to 0 voice vote of the City Council. 13.2. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE USE OF THE CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS FOR A YOUTH CIVIC ENGAGMENT SESSION WITH NATIONWIDE YOUTH OUTREACH & ATHLETICS TO BE HELD ON JULY 17, 2025; PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Councilwoman Baskin provided an overview and intent of the Item. A motion offered by Councilman Leon, seconded by Councilwoman Baskin, to approve the Resolution passed and carried by a 6 to 0 voice vote of the City Council. 13.3. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE USE OF THE CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS ON JULY 11TH, 2025; PROVIDING FOR THE Docusign Envelope ID: EA2DB4FF-DF5B-4483-BD14-178DCA94F843 Page 7 of 7 July 9, 2025 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Councilwoman Julien provided an overview and intent of the Item. A motion offered by Councilwoman Julien, seconded by Councilman Leon, to approve the Resolution passed and carried by a 6 to 0 voice vote of the City Council. 14. QUASI-JUDICIAL ZONING HEARINGS/JENNINGS DISCLOSURE: 14.1 ORDINANCES ON FOR FIRST READING/PUBLIC HEARING(S): 14.2 ORDINANCES ON FOR SECOND READING/PUBLIC HEARING(S) 14.3 RESOLUTION(S)/PUBLIC HEARING(S) 15. REPORTS OF CITY MANAGER/CITY ATTORNEY/CITY CLERK 15.1. City Manager Quarterly Report: March 2025 to May 2025 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 6:41 p.m. Rodney Harris, Mayor Mario Bataille, City Clerk Docusign Envelope ID: EA2DB4FF-DF5B-4483-BD14-178DCA94F843