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HomeMy WebLinkAbout11.12.2025 - Regular City Council MeetingCity of Miami Gardens 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 ORDER OF BUSINESS Item 6.4 was withdrawn from the Agenda.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 Docusign Envelope ID: 535146B0-EBCA-49AE-8D10-CEB35B12DEF0 Page 2 of 14 November 12, 2025 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes 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. Docusign Envelope ID: 535146B0-EBCA-49AE-8D10-CEB35B12DEF0 Page 3 of 14 November 12, 2025 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes 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. Docusign Envelope ID: 535146B0-EBCA-49AE-8D10-CEB35B12DEF0 Page 4 of 14 November 12, 2025 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes 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. Docusign Envelope ID: 535146B0-EBCA-49AE-8D10-CEB35B12DEF0 Page 5 of 14 November 12, 2025 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes 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 Docusign Envelope ID: 535146B0-EBCA-49AE-8D10-CEB35B12DEF0 Page 6 of 14 November 12, 2025 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes 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 Docusign Envelope ID: 535146B0-EBCA-49AE-8D10-CEB35B12DEF0 Page 7 of 14 November 12, 2025 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes 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; Docusign Envelope ID: 535146B0-EBCA-49AE-8D10-CEB35B12DEF0 Page 8 of 14 November 12, 2025 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes 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 Docusign Envelope ID: 535146B0-EBCA-49AE-8D10-CEB35B12DEF0 Page 9 of 14 November 12, 2025 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes 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. Docusign Envelope ID: 535146B0-EBCA-49AE-8D10-CEB35B12DEF0 Page 10 of 14 November 12, 2025 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes 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. Docusign Envelope ID: 535146B0-EBCA-49AE-8D10-CEB35B12DEF0 Page 11 of 14 November 12, 2025 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes 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 Docusign Envelope ID: 535146B0-EBCA-49AE-8D10-CEB35B12DEF0 Page 12 of 14 November 12, 2025 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes 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. Docusign Envelope ID: 535146B0-EBCA-49AE-8D10-CEB35B12DEF0 Page 13 of 14 November 12, 2025 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes 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: Docusign Envelope ID: 535146B0-EBCA-49AE-8D10-CEB35B12DEF0 Page 14 of 14 November 12, 2025 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes • 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 Docusign Envelope ID: 535146B0-EBCA-49AE-8D10-CEB35B12DEF0