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Home My WebLink About06.11.2025 - Regular City Council MeetingCity of Miami Gardens City Council Minutes June 11, 2025 1. CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL The City Council for the City of Miami Gardens, Florida, met in regular session, Jun 11 2025, beginning at 05:30:00 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 Robert Stephens, Councilwoman Katrina L. Baskin, Councilwoman Michelle C. Powell, D.O., MPH, Councilman Reggie Leon, 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 Vice Mayor Stephens, seconded by Councilwoman Julien, to excuse the absence of Councilwoman Wilson passed and carried by a unanimous voice vote of the members present. 2. INVOCATION Vice Mayor Stephens delivered the Invocation. 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Recited in unison. 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 4.1. Regular City Council Meeting Draft Minutes – May 28, 2025 The minutes were withdrawn by the City Clerk. 5. ORDER OF BUSINESS Vice Mayor Stephens withdrew 6.2 from Special Presentation as he will discuss it during his reports. A motion by Councilwoman Baskin, seconded by Councilwoman Julien, to approve the agenda as amended passed and carried by a unanimous voice vote. 6. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS (5 MINUTES EACH) Docusign Envelope ID: 62560E34-3213-4E70-B715-7F655A3210D2 Page 2 of 8 June 11, 2025 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes 6.1. A SPECIAL PRESENTATION BY VICE MAYOR STEPHENS. Vice Mayor Stephens was joined by the City Council in recognizing the Dream Scholarship recipients. 6.2. A SPECIAL PRESENTATION BY VICE MAYOR STEPHENS. This item was withdrawn. 7. PUBLIC COMMENTS Gale Cunningham, 19001 NW 14th Avenue Road, Miami Gardens, FL, appeared before the City Council and referenced Section 2-60 of the City of Miami Gardens Code of Ordinances. She continued by recalling the events that transpired during the March 26th City Council Meeting. Rea Hughes, 3335 NW 180th Street, Miami Gardens, FL, appeared before the City Council and recounted instances from specific past City Council Meetings where residents were respectful during public comments but faced repercussions and backlash from the dais in return. She further questioned whether the Juneteenth event would be brought forth for a future Council Meeting as a Nunc Pro Tunc item, involving additional expenditures beyond the budgeted amount. Robert Foster, 15850 NW 38th Place, Miami Gardens, FL, appeared before the City Council and requested clarification on the definition of a Commercial Vehicle as defined by the City. Mamon Tisdol, 17031 NW 11th Avenue, Miami Gardens, FL, appeared before the City Council and queried why the Juneteenth event would be held outside the City limits. Additionally, he expressed concerns regarding children panhandling and requested an in-person meeting with members of the City Council to address unresolved previous concerns. Pat Wright, 1221 NW 179th Street, Miami Gardens, FL, appeared before the City Council and advocated for the preservation of the Enrico Dairy Farmhouse. She recommended that the Council seek guidance from the Historic Advisory Committee to preserve this 100-year-old structure. Ms. Alexandra, 1799 NW 155th Street, Miami Gardens, FL, appeared before the City Council and voiced concerns regarding construction improvements in her area. 8. REPORTS OF MAYOR AND COUNCIL MEMBERS Councilwoman Baskin reported on the following sponsored initiatives: Docusign Envelope ID: 62560E34-3213-4E70-B715-7F655A3210D2 Page 3 of 8 June 11, 2025 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes • Education Impact Gala • Community Collaboration Councilwoman Powell reported on the following sponsored initiatives: • Father's Day Breakfast and Men's Health Symposium • Talk with the Doc • Family Day's Out at TopGolf • Back to School Physicals Councilman Leon reported on the following sponsored initiatives: • Youth Night Camp • Upcoming Farm Share Vice Mayor Stephens reported on the following sponsored initiatives: • Recognized the 2025 Silver Knight Nominees from Miami Caol City and Miami Norland Senior High Schools. • Impact Tour • Tea with My Father • Open Office Hours • Table Talk Tuesday • Hurricane Supply Giveaway 9. ORDINANCE(S) FOR FIRST READING: 9.1. 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. City Attorney Dickens provided an overview and intent of the Item on behalf of Vice Mayor Stephens. A motion offered by Vice Mayor Stephens, seconded by Councilwoman Baskin, to approve on First Reading passed and carried by a 6 to 0 roll call vote of the City Council. Docusign Envelope ID: 62560E34-3213-4E70-B715-7F655A3210D2 Page 4 of 8 June 11, 2025 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes Mayor Harris Yes Vice Mayor Stephens Yes Councilwoman Baskin Yes Councilwoman Powell, D.O., MPH Yes Councilman Leon Yes Councilwoman Wilson Absent Councilwoman Julien Yes 10. ORDINANCE(S) FOR SECOND READING/PUBLIC HEARING(S) 11. RESOLUTION(S)/PUBLIC HEARING(S) 11.1. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE RENAMING OF NW 12TH AVENUE, BETWEEN NW 184TH DRIVE AND 189TH TERRACE, AS “THE LINKS, INCORPORATED WAY”; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO CHANGE THE STREET SIGNAGE; PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. A video presentation of Congresswoman Frederica Wilson was aired in support of the item. Councilman Leon welcomed Councilwoman Julien to co-sponsor the item. A motion was made by Councilman Leon, seconded by Councilwoman Julien, to approve the resolution. Mayor Harris opened the floor for public comment. Anne T. Herriott, 1750 NW 18th Avenue, Miami Gardens, FL, appeared before the City Council and spoke in support of the item. Sabrina Thomas Knight, 8004 NW 154th Street, Miami, FL, appeared before the City Council and spoke in support of the item. Teresa Brown, 13645 Old Cutler Road, Miami, FL, appeared before the City Council and spoke in support of the item. Reva Vangates, 1822 SW 179th Avenue, Miramar, FL, appeared before the City Council and spoke in support of the item. There being no further comments, Mayor Harris closed the floor. Docusign Envelope ID: 62560E34-3213-4E70-B715-7F655A3210D2 Page 5 of 8 June 11, 2025 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes Councilwoman Julien provided comments in support of the item. City Attorney Sonja Dickens provided remarks regarding The Links organization and recommended approval of the item. Councilman Leon provided an overview and explained the intent 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 Resolution passed and carried by a 6 to 0 roll call vote of the City Council. Mayor Harris Yes Vice Mayor Stephens Yes Councilwoman Baskin Yes Councilwoman Powell, D.O., MPH Yes Councilman Leon Yes Councilwoman Wilson Absent Councilwoman Julien Yes 12. CONSENT AGENDA: 12.1. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA AUTHORIZING THE ALLOCATION OF THIRTEEN THOUSAND FIVE HUNDRED AND ONE DOLLARS FROM MAYOR RODNEY HARRIS' COMMUNITY BENEFIT ACCOUNT FOR THE SPONSORSHIP OF THE MIAMI GARDENS PAL UNTOUCHABLES YOUTH FLAG FOOTBALL TEAM TRAVEL EXPENSE TO PARTICIPATE AT THE JUNIOR OLYMPICS IN HOUSTON, TEXAS FROM JULY 14, 2025, TO JULY 21, 2025. 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 AUTHORIZING THE ALLOCATION OF TWO THOUSAND EIGHT HUNDRED DOLLARS FROM MAYOR RODNEY HARRIS' COMMUNITY BENEFIT ACCOUNT FOR THE SPONSORSHIP OF LUNCH FOR THE AARP CHAPTER #4005 MEETING, TO BE HELD TUESDAY, JUNE 24, 2025, AT 11AM AT THE BETTY T. FERGUSON RECREATIONAL COMPLEX BIRDS OF Docusign Envelope ID: 62560E34-3213-4E70-B715-7F655A3210D2 Page 6 of 8 June 11, 2025 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes PARADISE ROOM. 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 AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AND ATTEST THAT CERTAIN FOURTH AMENDMENT TO THE GROUND LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS AND NEW URBAN DEVELOPMENT TO INCLUDE SERENITY GROVE VENTURE LLC, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF SENIOR HOUSING AT THE MIAMI GARDENS SENIOR CENTER IN SUBSTANTIAL FORM AS THAT AGREEMENT ATTACHED HERETO AS EXHIBIT “A”; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE ANY AND ALL DOCUMENTS ATTENDANT TO THE 4TH AMENDED LEASE; PROVIDING FOR ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. 12.4. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, ALLOCATING FUNDS FROM COUNCILWOMAN LINDA JULIEN’S COMMUNITY BENEFIT ACCOUNT IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED SEVEN THOUSAND DOLLARS ($7,000) TOWARD SEAT 5 COMMUNITY INITIATIVES AND PROGRAMS; PROVIDING FOR ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. 12.5. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, ALLOCATING AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED THREE THOUSAND FIVE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($3,500) FROM COUNCILWOMAN MICHELLE POWELL’S COMMUNITY BENEFIT FUND ACCOUNT TO SUPPORT FAMILIES’ DAY OUT EVENT, TAKING PLACE ON JUNE 28, 2025; 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, ALLOCATING TWO THOUSAND DOLLARS ($2,000) FROM COUNCILWOMAN MICHELLE POWELL’S COMMUNITY BENEFIT FUND ACCOUNT TO SUPPORT GRANDPARENTS’ DAY CELEBRATION AND SENIOR SHRED DAY EVENT; PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE 12.7. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ISSUE A PURCHASE ORDER TO TYLER TECHNOLOGIES, INC., FOR THE FINAL RENEWAL FOR MAINTENANCE SUPPORT AND LICENSES OF THE EDEN SOFTWARE PACKAGE, IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED ONE HUNDRED AND THREE THOUSAND, SIX HUNDRED AND THREE DOLLARS AND FORTY-ONE CENTS ($103,603.41); WAIVING THE PROCUREMENT CODE PURSUANT TO SECTION 2-757(a)(1) OF Docusign Envelope ID: 62560E34-3213-4E70-B715-7F655A3210D2 Page 7 of 8 June 11, 2025 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes THE CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS CODE OF ORDINANCES; PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. 12.8. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, ESTABLISHING A PRE-QUALIFIED VENDOR'S LIST FOR REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS (RFQ) NO. 24-25-011 “LOT CLEARING AND LOT MOWING SERVICES”, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ISSUE PURCHASE ORDERS AS NEEDED FOR THIS PURPOSE; PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. A motion offered by Councilman Leon, seconded by Councilwoman Powell, D.O., MPH, to approve the Consent Agenda passed and carried by a 6 to 0 roll call vote of the City Council. Mayor Harris Yes Vice Mayor Stephens Yes Councilwoman Baskin Yes Councilwoman Powell, D.O., MPH Yes Councilman Leon Yes Councilwoman Wilson Absent Councilwoman Julien Yes 13. RESOLUTION(S) 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 16. WRITTEN REQUESTS, PETITIONS & OTHER WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE PUBLIC 17. ADJOURNMENT Docusign Envelope ID: 62560E34-3213-4E70-B715-7F655A3210D2 Page 8 of 8 June 11, 2025 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes There being no further business to discuss before this body, the meeting adjourned without objection at 6:30 p.m. Rodney Harris, Mayor Mario Bataille, City Clerk Docusign Envelope ID: 62560E34-3213-4E70-B715-7F655A3210D2