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City Council Minutes
November 12, 2025
1. CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL
The City Council for the City of Miami Gardens, Florida, met in regular session,
Nov 12 2025, beginning at 5:33 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, Councilwoman
Katrina Wilson, and Councilwoman Linda Julien.
Also in attendance were: City Manager Cameron Benson, City Attorney Sonja
Dickens, and City Clerk Mario Bataille.
2. INVOCATION
Vice Mayor Stephens delivered the Invocation.
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Recited in unison.
4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
4.1. Special City Council Meeting/1st Budget Hearing - September 9, 2025
4.2. Special City Council Meeting/2nd Budget Hearing - September 24, 2025
4.3. Regular City Council Meeting Draft Minutes – October 22, 2025
A motion offered by Councilman Leon, seconded by Councilwoman
Baskin, to approve the minutes passed and carried by a 7 to 0 voice
vote of the City Council.
5. ORDER OF BUSINESS
Item 6.4 was withdrawn from the Agenda.
Vice Mayor Stephens requested 11.1 be pulled from the Consent Agenda.
The following items were added to Agenda:
ITEM 12.1 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MIAMI
GARDENS, FLORIDA, ALLOCATING AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED TEN
THOUSAND DOLLARS ($10,000) FROM COUNCILWOMAN MICHELLE C.
POWELL’S COMMUNITY BENEFIT ACCOUNT IN SUPPORT OF ONGOING
COMMUNITY INITIATIVES; PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF
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REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
(SPONSORED BY COUNCILWOMAN POWELL)
ITEM 8.1 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MIAMI
GARDENS, FLORIDA, AMENDING SECTION 6-195(C)(1) OF CHAPTER 6,
ARTICLE IV OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES TO EXTEND THE TIME
FRAME FOR THE CLEAN ZONE FOR STADIUM EVENTS; PROVIDING FOR
THE ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS; REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES
IN CONFLICT; PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; PROVIDING FOR
INCLUSION IN CODE; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (SPONSORED BY
COUNCILWOMAN LINDA JULIEN)
ITEM 6.5 SPECIAL PRESENATION BY COUNCILWOMAN LINDA JULIEN
A motion made by Councilman Leon, seconded by Councilwoman Baskin,
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 LOCAL AUTHORS FOR
NATIONAL AUTHOR'S DAY.
Vice Mayor Stephens was joined by the Mayor and City Council in
recognizing local authors as part of National Author’s Day.
• Mr. Charles Williams – “Relentless Love”
• Ms. Ashley Carter – “Enoch’s Little Lunch”
• Mr. Benjamin McNamee – “The Ben McNamee Story”
• Mrs. Chanae Wood – “Where’s My Skip-Pa”
• Mr. Derrick T. Jones, Jr. – “Hillside Thoughts”
6.2. 2ND ANNUAL COLORS OF CANCER BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT
WINNER RECOGNITION
Councilwoman Wilson provided an overview on the 2nd Annual Colors of
Cancer Basketball Tournament. She continued to recognize the
tournament winners:
1st Place - Miami Norland Senior High School
2nd Place - Forges Sports Academy
3rd Place - Monsignor Pace
6.3. COMMISSION FOR WOMEN QUARTERLY REPORT.
Councilwoman Wilson provided a report on the activities of the
Commission for Women during the quarter and recognized the
Commission for Women members for their services.
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6.4. SPECIAL PRESENTATION BY COUNCILMAN REGGIE LEON
This item was withdrawn.
6.5. SPECIAL PRESENTATION BY COUNCILWOMAN LINDA JULIEN
Councilwoman Julien, joined by the City Council and Charter Officers,
recognized Dr. James Poag, who was recently appointed as City Manager
of Florida City, for his nine years of dedicated service to the City of Miami
Gardens and extended well wishes for his future endeavors.
7. PUBLIC COMMENTS
Lynette Lawrence, 1631 NW 23rd Court, Miami Gardens, FL, appeared before
the City Council requesting an update on golf cart regulations and their
relationship to the recently added agenda item concerning the Clean Zone for
Hard Rock Stadium events.
Francis Ragoo, 889 NW 219th Street, Miami Gardens, FL, appeared before the
City Council to thank Dr. James Poag for his work and commitment to the City
of Miami Gardens and to wish him well on his future endeavors with Florida City.
Rea Hughes, 3335 NW 180th Street, Miami Gardens, FL, appeared before the
City Council referencing the City Manager’s past quarterly report on construction
projects, stating that public elected officials should have conversations with
residents concerning these projects during their monthly meetings.
Mr. Tisdol, 17031 NW 11th Avenue, Miami Gardens, FL, appeared before the
City Council and shared concerns regarding his experience at a past Council
Meeting. He also shared concerns about careless driving at the intersection of
NW 170th Terrace and NW 12th Avenue.
Gale Cunningham, 19001 NW 14th Avenue Road, Miami Gardens, FL, appeared
before the City Council and expressed concerns that the proposed legislative
priorities had not been discussed with residents prior to their consideration this
evening.
John Zeigler, 18501 NW 22nd Court, Miami Gardens, FL, appeared before the
City Council and thanked Councilwoman Julien for sponsoring the veteran bench
memorial. He further recommended that the City Council erect a Veteran
Memorial Wall and requested a $1,000 donation from each Council member for
its establishment. He concluded by stating he will also match the donation with
$1,000.
Barry Burgains, 3630 NW 197th Street, Miami Gardens, FL, appeared before the
City Council and commended the erection of the Veteran Bench Memorial. He
further requested that the City Council establish a Veteran Memorial Wall.
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Tina Alexander, 1799 NW 155th Street, Miami Gardens, FL, appeared before
the City Council referencing Item 9.1 and questioned what the City will do with
the proceeds from the sale of the property.
8. ORDINANCE(S) FOR FIRST READING:
8.1. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MIAMI
GARDENS, FLORIDA, AMENDING SECTION 6-195(C)(1) OF
CHAPTER 6, ARTICLE IV OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES TO
EXTEND THE TIME FRAME FOR THE CLEAN ZONE FOR STADIUM
EVENTS; PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS;
REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT; PROVIDING A
SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; PROVIDING FOR INCLUSION IN CODE;
PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Councilwoman Julien provided an overview of the proposed Ordinance
and its intent.
A motion was made by Councilman Leon, seconded by
Councilwoman Julien, to approve the Ordinance on First Reading.
Answering a question posed by Mayor Harris, Attorney Dickens confirmed
that a Clean Zone Ordinance is currently in place for the Stadium.
Answering a question posed by Councilwoman Baskin, Attorney Dickens
indicated that the existing Ordinance establishes the Clean Zone area for
24 hours prior to an event and 12 hours after an event ends. The
proposed Ordinance would allow for no earlier than 7 days prior to the
event and 24 hours after.
Answering a question posed by Mayor Harris, Councilwoman Julien
explained the need to extend the Clean Zone timeframe.
Answering a question posed by Councilman Leon, Councilwoman Julien
confirmed that the route designated for golf carts will not be affected by
the proposed Clean Zone Ordinance, as the amendment only extends the
timeframe.
Vice Mayor Stephens shared concerns regarding the proposed extension
of the Clean Zone timeframe.
Answering a question posed by Vice Mayor Stephens, Councilwoman
Julien confirmed the boundaries of the Clean Zone.
Answering a question posed by Vice Mayor Stephens, Councilman Leon
confirmed the golf cart operational route.
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Councilwoman Wilson questioned the need to amend the Ordinance in its
entirety versus creating a one-time exception, noting that amending the
code in full would make the changes applicable to all stadium events. She
also expressed concerns about how extending the Clean Zone timeframe
could impact enforcement efforts and local businesses.
Eric Poms, representing the NCAA National Championship Host
Committee, appeared before the City Council and explained that the
Clean Zone request stems from their contractual obligations to host the
College Football National Championship Game. He stated that the intent
of the Clean Zone is to protect the event and the City from third-party
merchandising and ambush marketing. He continued to request approval
of the Clean Zone as presented.
Answering questions posed by Mayor Harris and Councilwoman Wilson,
Attorney Dickens confirmed that, to allow an exception, the City Council
would still need to amend the proposed Ordinance to permit a one-time
exception. This could then be brought back for second reading along with
a companion Resolution establishing the exception and extending the
Clean Zone timeframe.
Councilman Leon stated he would support the extension if the Host
Committee committed to offsetting some of the costs associated with
enforcing the expanded Clean Zone.
Mr. Poms stated that this request is consistent with previous requests
made for past Super Bowls and College Football Championship Games.
He expressed appreciation for the Council’s consideration.
After further discussion on this item, the following action was taken.
A motion made by Vice Mayor Stephens, seconded by
Councilwoman Julien, to amend the Ordinance by keeping the
current language of the ordinance as it exists in section 6-195(C)(1)
and amend the Ordinance instead to include the City Council shall
have the right to provide for an exception to the clean zone
timeframe by Resolution with any additional cost to bourn by the
applicant was approved by unanimous voice vote.
There being no further discussion, Mayor Harris called the questioned on
the main amended motion.
A motion offered by Councilman Leon, seconded by Councilwoman
Julien, approve the Ordinance on First Reading as amended passed
and carried by a 7 to 0 roll call vote of the City Council.
Mayor Harris Yes
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Vice Mayor Stephens Yes
Councilwoman Baskin Yes
Councilwoman Powell, D.O., MPH Yes
Councilman Leon Yes
Councilwoman Wilson Yes
Councilwoman Julien Yes
9. ORDINANCE(S) FOR SECOND READING/PUBLIC HEARING(S)
9.1. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MIAMI
GARDENS, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE SALE OF CITY OWNED
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 15880 NW 27TH AVENUE, MIAMI
GARDENS, FLORIDA 33056 TO SUNSHINE MEAT MARKET AND
BEVERAGE INC. FOR THE SUM OF ONE MILLION AND SIXTY
THOUSAND DOLLARS ($1,060,000.00); AUTHORIZING THE CITY
MANAGER AND CITY ATTORNEY TO TAKE ANY AND ALL STEPS
NECESSARY IN ORDER TO COMPLETE THE SALE OF THE
PROPERTY; PROVIDING FOR ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS;
REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT; PROVIDING A
SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
City Manager Benson requested this item be deferred until the January
28, 2026 City Council Meeting.
A motion was made by Councilwoman Julien, seconded by Vice
Mayor Stephens, to defer the Item to the January 28, 2026, City
Council Meeting.
Councilwoman Julien requested at the next meeting a covenant be put in
place that address the City's ability to gain back the land should developer
be unable to develop the property.
There being no further discussion, Mayor Harris called the question.
A motion offered by Councilwoman Julien, seconded by Vice Mayor
Stephens, to defer this Ordinance to January 28, 2026 City Council
Meeting passed and carried by a 7 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 Yes
Councilwoman Julien Yes
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10. RESOLUTION(S)/PUBLIC HEARING(S)
11. CONSENT AGENDA:
11.1. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MIAMI
GARDENS, FLORIDA, APPROVING THE 2026 LEGISLATIVE
PRIORITIES FOR THE CITY; PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF
REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
This item was pulled from the Consent Agenda.
11.2. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MIAMI
GARDENS, FLORIDA AUTHORIZING THE ALLOCATION OF FOUR
THOUSAND DOLLARS ($4,000.00) FROM MAYOR RODNEY HARRIS'
SPECIAL EVENTS' ACCOUNT IN SUPPORT OF HIS HOLIDAY
SEASON INITIATIVES THAT INCLUDES A THANKSGIVING
LUNCHEON FOR SENIOR RESIDENTS AND TOY GIVEAWAYS FOR
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AGED STUDENTS IN THE CITY. PROVIDING
FOR THE ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
11.3. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MIAMI
GARDENS, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED
SIX THOUSAND DOLLARS ($6,000) FOR THE FIRST RESPONDERS
FEAST FROM RESIDENTIAL SEAT 1 PUBLIC AFFAIRS ACCOUNT;
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 AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED
TEN THOUSAND DOLLARS ($10,000) FROM COUNCILMAN REGGIE
LEON’S COMMUNITY BENEFIT ACCOUNT IN SUPPORT OF
ONGOING COMMUNITY INITIATIVES; 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, AUTHORIZING THE EXPENDITURE OF FUNDS
FROM SEAT 5, COMMUNITY BENEFITS ACCOUNT, IN AN AMOUNT
NOT TO EXCEED FIVE THOUSAND DOLLARS ($5,000.00), TO
SUPPORT THE CITY’S PARTICIPATION IN GIVE MIAMI DAY;
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, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE REALLOCATION OF
FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF FIVE THOUSAND DOLLARS ($5,000.00)
FROM THE SEAT 5 PUBLIC AFFAIRS ACCOUNT, TO BE USED FOR
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT SUPPORT ITEMS AND RESOURCES;
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PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS;
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
11.7. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MIAMI
GARDENS, FLORIDA, RATIFYING AND APPROVING THAT CERTAIN
COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT WITH TEAMSTERS LOCAL
UNION NO. 769, AFFILIATED WITH THE INTERNATIONAL
BROTHERHOOD OF TEAMSTERS, FOR A PERIOD FROM OCTOBER
1, 2025 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 30, 2028, ATTACHED HERETO AS
EXHIBIT “A”, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER AND CITY CLERK
TO EXECUTE AND ATTEST THE SAME; PROVIDING FOR THE
ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
11.8. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MIAMI
GARDENS, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER AND THE
CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AND ATTEST RESPECTIVELY, THAT
CERTAIN AGREEMENT WITH MIAMI-DADE COUNTY FOR THE
ACCEPTANCE OF A 2025 GREEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY MATCHING
GRANT IN THE AMOUNT OF SEVENTY FOUR THOUSAND SEVEN
HUNDRED SIXTY SEVEN DOLLARS ($74,767.00) TO SUPPORT THE
CITY’S “COMMUTE A TREE PROGRAM,” A COPY OF WHICH IS
ATTACHED HERETO AS EXHIBIT “A”; AUTHORIZING THE CITY
MANAGER TO EXECUTE ANY AND ALL AGREEMENTS AND
ATTENDANT DOCUMENTS AS A RESULT OF THIS GRANT
PROCESS; AUTHORIZING MATCHING FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF
SEVENTY FOUR THOUSAND SEVEN HUNDRED SIXTY SEVEN
DOLLARS ($74,767.00); PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF
REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
11.9. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MIAMI
GARDENS, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER AND THE
CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AND ATTEST RESPECTIVELY, THAT
CERTAIN AGREEMENT WITH MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, AND O.B.
BUNCHE PARK WEST RECREATION, LLC, (OBLLC); ACCEPTING
THREE HUNDRED THOUSAND DOLLARS ($300,000.00) FROM O.B.
BUNCHE PARK WEST RECREATION, LLC, AND THREE HUNDRED
THOUSAND DOLLARS ($300,000.00) FROM MIAMI DADE COUNTY
(COUNTY), IN SUBSTANTIAL FORM AS THAT AGREEMENT
ATTACHED HERETO AS EXHIBIT “A”, IN THE TOTAL AMOUNT OF
SIX HUNDRED THOUSAND DOLLARS ($600,000.00) FOR
IMPROVEMENTS TO BUNCHE PARK FOR THE ORANGE BOWL
STEAM CENTER PRESENTED BY AUTO NATION; PROVIDING FOR
THE ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
11.10. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MIAMI
GARDENS, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO
TAKE ANY AND ALL STEPS NECESSARY TO TERMINATE KING’S
WRECKER SERVICE, INC. FOR A CITYWIDE TOWING AND
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STORAGE SERVICES; PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF
REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
11.11. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MIAMI
GARDENS, FLORIDA, APPROVING THE CITY’S RED LIGHT
CAMERA (“RLC”) ANNUAL REPORT FOR SUBMISSION TO THE
FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HIGHWAY SAFETY AND MOTOR
VEHICLES, TO COMPLY WITH FLORIDA STATUTE SECTION
316.0083(4)(a), ATTACHED HERETO AS EXHIBIT “A” PROVIDING
FOR THE ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
11.12. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MIAMI
GARDENS, FLORIDA, ALLOCATING AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED
TEN THOUSAND DOLLARS ($10,000) FROM COUNCILWOMAN
MICHELLE C. POWELL’S COMMUNITY BENEFIT ACCOUNT IN
SUPPORT OF ONGOING COMMUNITY INITIATIVES; PROVIDING
FOR THE ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
A motion offered by Councilman Leon, seconded by Vice Mayor
Stephens, to approve the Consent Agenda passed and carried by
a 7 to 0 voice vote of the City Council.
12. RESOLUTION(S)
12.1. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MIAMI
GARDENS, FLORIDA, APPROVING THE 2026 LEGISLATIVE
PRIORITIES FOR THE CITY; PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF
REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Vice Mayor Stephens recommended that the City Council provide the City
Manager with the authority to hire additional lobbyists, if needed, in order
to aggressively lobby for the priorities outlined in this item.
Answering a question posed by Mayor Harris, Attorney Dickens clarified
that the City Manager does not have the authority as recommended by
Vice Mayor Stephens, as lobbyists specifically work for the Council.
Councilwoman Wilson shared concerns with the recommendation and the
justification for it.
Vice Mayor Stephens expanded on his recommendation, noting that
additional lobbying resources may be needed to successfully advance
some of the priorities outlined in the proposed Resolution. He expressed
his desire for the City to aggressively pursue lobbying efforts during the
upcoming legislative session.
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Councilwoman Wilson continued to express concerns regarding the
justification or trigger that would be used to determine when a second
lobbying team would be necessary.
Vice Mayor Stephens stated that justification would be determined by
administration if his recommendation were approved by the City Council.
He further noted that this authority would allow administration to move
quickly when additional assistance is necessary to advance the City's
priorities.
Councilwoman Wilson expressed concerns about the Council not being
involved in determining when a second lobbying team is necessary.
Councilwoman Julien stated that Council should be part of the decision-
making process when determining the need to hire additional lobbyists,
as the cost will fall on taxpayers.
Vice Mayor Stephens further clarified that the intent of his
recommendation is to ensure the City has the lobbying resources
necessary to address residents’ concerns and issues that may be
addressed at the State and Federal levels. He noted that several of the
priorities have remained on the City’s list for the past six years and stated
his belief that it is time to take a more aggressive approach to achieve
results.
Councilwoman Julien disagreed that adding more lobbyists would
necessarily yield better results.
Councilwoman Wilson reiterated her concerns with the decision to
expand lobbying resources without direct City Council involvement.
Councilman Leon stated he would like the recommendation to include a
trigger mechanism that would authorize the City Manager to proceed with
contracting an additional lobbyist.
City Manager Benson stated that if he determined the City required
additional lobbying assistance, he would bring such a request to the City
Council.
Councilwoman Powell, in agreement with Councilwoman Julien and
Councilwoman Wilson, stated that it is important for communication to
return to the Council and for the Council, as a body, to make the decision
on whether to add additional lobbying resources.
Vice Mayor Stephens stated he will bring forward a proposal in the future
to provide greater clarity on his recommendation.
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A motion offered by Vice Mayor Stephens, seconded by Mayor
Harris, to approve the Resolution passed and carried by a 7 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 Yes
Councilwoman Julien Yes
12.2. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MIAMI
GARDENS, FLORIDA, ALLOCATING AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED
TEN THOUSAND DOLLARS ($10,000) FROM COUNCILWOMAN
MICHELLE C. POWELL’S COMMUNITY BENEFIT ACCOUNT IN
SUPPORT OF ONGOING COMMUNITY INITIATIVES; PROVIDING
FOR THE ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
Councilwoman Powell provided an overview and intent of the Item.
A motion offered by Vice Mayor Stephens, seconded by
Councilwoman Powell, D.O., MPH, to approve the Resolution
passed and carried by a 7 to 0 voice vote of the City Council.
13. QUASI-JUDICIAL ZONING HEARINGS/JENNINGS
DISCLOSURE:
Director White presented the Rules of Procedure for Quasi-Judicial Zoning
Hearings.
City Clerk Bataille administered the Oath of Truthfulness to all interested parties.
In addition, City Clerk Bataille polled the City Council regarding any ex parte
communication. All members confirmed that they had not engaged in any ex
parte communication and that their decisions would be based solely on the
evidence presented during the hearing.
13.1 ORDINANCES ON FOR FIRST READING/PUBLIC HEARING(S):
13.2 ORDINANCES ON FOR SECOND READING/PUBLIC HEARING(S)
13.2.1. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MIAMI
GARDENS, FLORIDA, APPROVING THE REZONING OF THAT
CERTAIN PROPERTY LOCATED AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER
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OF NW 203 LANE AND 39 COURT INTERSECTIONS IN MIAMI
GARDENS, FLORIDA, MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED IN
EXHIBIT "A" ATTACHED HERETO, FROM AGRICULTURAL AND
UTILITIES ("AU") AND SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING RESIDENTIAL
("R-1") TO PLANNED DEVELOPMENT ("PD"); REPEALING ALL
ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT; PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY
CLAUSE; PROVIDING FOR INCLUSION IN CODE; PROVIDING
AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
City Manager Benson requested this item be deferred to the
December 10, 2025, City Council Meeting.
A motion offered by Councilman Leon, seconded by
Councilwoman Baskin, to defer the Ordinance on Section
Reading to the December 10, 2025 City Council Meeting passed
and carried by a 7 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 Yes
Councilwoman Julien Yes
13.3 RESOLUTION(S)/PUBLIC HEARING(S)
13.3.1. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MIAMI
GARDENS, FLORIDA, APPROVING THE APPLICATION FOR
VARIANCE SUBMITTED BY MG WESTSIDE LLC FOR THAT
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 21451 NW 47TH AVE, MORE
PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED ON EXHIBIT “A” ATTACHED
HERETO, PERMITTING A REDUCTION IN THE NUMBER OF
PARKING SPACES SET FORTH IN THE CODE TO 659 SPACES,
WHERE 1,774 SPACES ARE REQUIRED FOR THE
DEVELOPMENT SITE; PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF
REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
City Manager Benson provided an overview of the item and
recommended approval.
A motion was made by Councilman Leon, seconded by Vice
Mayor Stephens, to approve the Resolution.
Mayor Harris opened the floor for public comments.
There being no public comments, Mayor Harris closed the floor.
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Answering a question posed by Councilwoman Powell, Director
White provided the details and reasoning behind the applicant’s
request for a reduction in parking spaces, as well as the benefits it
would provide to the business and the neighboring community.
Answering a question posed by Councilwoman Julien, Director White
provided details on the reduction amount, noting that it represents a
62% decrease in parking spaces, which will improve on-site traffic
circulation.
Benjamin Hendrick, representing the applicant, introduced their
traffic engineer, Michael Carr, who confirmed that the reduction in
parking will allow for greater traffic flow within the site and the
surrounding community.
There being no further discussion, Mayor Harris called the question.
A motion offered by Councilman Leon, seconded by Vice Mayor
Stephens, to approve the Resolution passed and carried by a 7
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 Yes
Councilwoman Julien Yes
14. REPORTS OF MAYOR AND COUNCIL MEMBERS
Councilwoman Julien reported on the following sponsored initiatives:
• Veterans Memorial Bench Monument
Councilwoman Wilson reported on the following sponsored initiatives:
• Meet Me Monday
• Prosperity Basket Initiative
• Principal for the Day at Rainbow Park Elementary
• Community Home Clean-Up
• Empowering Women for Living and Learning
Councilwoman Powell reported on the following sponsored initiatives:
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• Diabetic Awareness Symposium
• Healthy U Podcast
• Talk with a Doc
• Senior Holiday Extravaganza
• Health Tip: "Don't let you healthy garden be overgrown with weeds. Tend
to it like you want it to grow."
Councilman Leon reported on the following sponsored initiatives:
• Civic Engagement Partnership with the Clerk of Courts and Legal Ad
• Federal Employee Meal Services
• Mobile Mammogram Exam Initiative
Vice Mayor Stephens reported on the following sponsored initiatives:
• Substitute Teacher Hiring Expo
• Annual Thanksgiving Drive Thru Turkey Giveaway
• Satellite Office Hours
• Jingle and Mingle Holiday Reception and Toy Drive
• Ribbon Cutting for the S.T.E.A.M. Center
Mayor Harris recognized Dr. James Poag for his services to the City of Miami
Gardens and wished him well on his endeavor as City Manager with Florida City.
15. REPORTS OF CITY MANAGER/CITY ATTORNEY/CITY CLERK
(THREE (3) MINUTES)
16. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to discuss before this body, the meeting
adjourned without objection at 7:35 p.m.
Rodney Harris, Mayor
Mario Bataille, City Clerk
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