HomeMy WebLinkAbout07.23.2014 - City Council MinutesCITY COUNCIL MINUTES -JULY 23, 12014
CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
JULY 239 2014
(A) CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL
The City Council for the City of Miami Gardens, Florida, met in regular session,
Wednesday, July 23, 2014, beginning at 7:00pm, in the City Council Chambers, 18605 NW 27th
Avenue, Miami Gardens, Florida.
The following members of the City Council were present: Mayor Oliver Gilbert, Vice
Mayor Lisa C. Davis and Council members: Lillie Q. Odom, Rodney Harris, Felicia Robinson,
David Williams Jr., and Erhabor Ighodaro.
Also in attendance were: City Manager Cameron Benson, City Attorney Sonja K.
Dickens and Deputy City Clerk Mario Bataille, sitting in for City Clerk Ronetta Taylor, who was
not present due to illness.
(B) INVOCATION
Mayor Gilbert delivered the Invocation.
(C) PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Recited in unison.
(D) APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Regular City Council Minutes — July 9, 2014
Motion offered by Councilman Williams, seconded by Councilman Harris to approve the
minutes, with necessary corrections, if any.
There being no discussion, the motion to approve passed and carried by a unanimous vote
of the Council.
(E) ORDER OF BUSINESS (Items to be pulled from Consent Agenda at this time)
Mayor Gilbert added a presentation by former County Commissioner Betty T. Ferguson,
as Item F-2.
Councilman Ighodaro added a presentation as Item F-2.
Councilwoman Lillie Q. Odom added a presentation by the Elderly Affairs Advisory
Committee as Item F-3.
Item K-5 was removed from the official agenda.
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Items K-2 and K-3 were pulled from the Consent Agenda by Councilwoman Odom.
Item K-8 was pulled from the Consent Agenda by Vice Mayor Davis.
The following items were added to the official agenda as items K-12 and K-13,
respectively.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, SUBMITTING A PROPOSED
CHARTER CHANGE TO THE ELECTORATE OF THE CITY IN
ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 6.1 AND 6.2 OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI GARDENS CHARTER AND SECTION 6.03 OF THE
MIAMI-DADE COUNTY CHARTER; SUBMITTING A
PROPOSED AMENDMENT PERTAINING TO SECTION 9.6
"STADIUM PROPERTIES, DOLPHIN CENTER DRI;"
PROVIDING BALLOT LANGUAGE FOR SUBMISSION TO THE
ELECTORATE; CALLING A SPECIAL ELECTION ON THE
PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO BE HELD IN CONJUNCTION
WITH THE GENERAL ELECTION ON TUESDAY, THE 4TH DAY
OF NOVEMBER, 2014; PROVIDING A NOTICE OF ELECTION;
PROVIDING FOR BALLOTING AND ELECTION PROCEDURES;
PROVIDING FOR AUTHORITY TO THE CITY ATTORNEY AND
CITY CLERK; PROVIDING FOR AUTHORITY TO THE MAYOR;
PROVIDING FOR INCLUSION IN THE CHARTER; PROVIDING
FOR ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS; REPEALING ALL
ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT; PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY
CLAUSE; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY
MANAGER TO NEGOTIATE AND ISSUE CHANGE ORDERS TO
SKANSKA USA BUILDING, INC., IN EXCESS OF THE TEN
PERCENT (10%) CONTINGENCY, IN ACCORDANCE WITH
RESOLUTION NO. 2011-144-1537, TO RESOLVE ISSUES
RELATED TO STRUCTURAL DESIGN REVISION 20, AND
OTHER PENDING CHANGE ORDERS AND CLAIMS RELATED
TO THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE CITY'S MUNICIPAL
COMPLEX; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO SEEK
VIABLE FUNDING TO COVER THESE RELATED COSTS,
SUBJECT TO THE APPROVAL OF THE CITY COUNCIL;
PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS;
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Motion offered by Councilman Ighodaro, seconded by Councilman Williams to approve
the official agenda with the additions/deletions. There being no discussion, the motion passed
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and carried by a unanimous vote of the Council.
(F) SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS (5 minutes each)
F-1) Former County Commissioner Betty T. Ferguson
Commissioner Ferguson appeared before the Council as president of Rolling Oaks Crest
Lakes, Inc., a 501( C) 3 organization to donate $12,000 to the City of Miami Gardens Parks and
Recreation Department. This not for profit organization is composed of directors from three
homeowners associations: Rolling Oaks, Crestview and Lake Lucerne. The funds are to be
disbursed as follows: $1,310.00 to be allocated to Bennett Lifter Park to replace the existing
sand in the playground area; $10,790.00 to be allocated for fitness equipment at Betty T.
Ferguson Recreation Complex. The organization is requesting documentation of the purchases
for their records.
F-2) Councilman Ighodaro presented a painting dedicated to the City of Miami Gardens' New
City Hall. Internationally acclaimed artist, Hilario Piscasso Pedregal, a Cuban American Artist
who came to the United States at the age of 15, as part of the Mariel Boat exodus, lived for some
time in Miami Gardens.
F-3) Elderly Affairs Advisory Committee
Tanya James, Chair of the Elderly Affairs Advisory Committee appeared before the
Council and shared that the Committee is hosting an Intergenerational Health, Saturday, August
2, 2014. The Committee is requesting sponsorship for the use of the Amphitheater as well as the
Gardenia and Hibiscus Rooms at the Betty T. Ferguson Recreation Complex.
Mayor Gilbert asked why the Committee waited until the last meeting before the recess to
make this request.
Chair James in response to Mayor Gilbert's inquiry stated that the reservation for the
space was confirmed and preparations underway for the event. However, staff liaison recently
informed the Committee that a council person needed to sponsor the space.
Mayor Gilbert shared it would take a resolution to address this request. Staff will take a
look at the issue.
(G) PUBLIC COMMENTS
Dorothy Smith, 20484 NW 14th Place, Miami Gardens, Florida, appeared before the City
Council to voice concern with the leadership and the employees employed by the City. She said
the employees as well as police department personnel should be reminded that their salaries are
paid by the citizens of Miami Gardens. The residents should be respected. She further stated
that the residents of Coconut Cay want a resolution to the flooding problem in Coconut Cay.
(H) ORDINANCE(S) FOR FIRST READING:
None
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(I) ORDINANCE(S) FOR SECOND READING/PUBLIC HEARING(S)
ORDINANCE 2014-11-322
I-1) AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE
AMENDMENT OF THE CITY'S TAXABLE LAND ACQUISITION
REVENUE BOND, SERIES 200911; APPROVING T H E
EXECUTION OF A BOND MODIFICATION
AGREEMENT; REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES AND
RESOLUTIONS IN CONFLICT; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE
DATE. (SPONSORED BY THE CITY MANAGER)
Mayor Gilbert opened the floor for this public hearing. After there were no interested
parties to speak on this item, the public hearing closed.
Manager Benson related, debt service on the Corner Stone site, this ordinance allows for
a year's extension as it relates to paying back the bond on the property. This also provides an
opportunity to negotiate with a potential buyer.
Motion offered by Councilman Ighodaro, seconded by Vice Mayor Davis to adopt this
ordinance.
Councilman Williams asked what is the worst case scenario.
Manager Benson in response to Councilman Williams said the worst case scenario is, if
the City did not have an opportunity to sell the property.
Vice Mayor Davis for clarification purposes asked whether the City was in the middle of
negotiations to sell the property.
Manager Benson in response to Vice Mayor Davis' comment replied, "Yes, we are in
negotiations to sell the property".
There being no further discussion, the motion to adopt this item passed and carried by a
7-0 vote.
Vice Mayor Davis:
Yes
Councilman Harris:
Yes
Councilman Ighodaro:
Yes
Councilwoman Odom:
Yes
Councilwoman Robinson:
Yes
Councilman Williams:
Yes
Mayor Gilbert:
Yes
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ORDINANCE NO. 2014-12-323
I-2) AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO.
2009-06-178 OF THE CITY COUNCIL THAT AUTHORIZED THE
BORROWING OF SEVEN MILLION, THREE HUNDRED
THOUSAND DOLLARS ($7,300,000), AND THAT AUTHORIZED
THE ISSUANCE OF CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA
TAXABLE LAND ACQUISITION REVENUE BONDS NOT TO
EXCEED SEVEN MILLION, THREE HUNDRED THOUSAND
DOLLARS ($7,300,000); AUTHORIZING AN EXTENSION OF
THE MATURITY DATE OF SAID BONDS; REPEALING ALL
ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS IN CONFLICT; PROVIDING
A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE
DATE. (SPONSORED BY THE CITY MANAGER)
Mayor Gilbert opened the floor for this public hearing. After there were no interested
parties to speak on this item, the public hearing closed.
Manager Benson said this relates to the old Warren Henry Property, a 15 acre site, which
has actually been closed on. He recommended moving forward with the item.
Motion offered by Councilman Williams, seconded by Vice Mayor Davis to adopt this
ordinance.
There being no discussion, the motion to adopt passed and carried by a 7-0 vote.
Councilman Harris:
Yes
Councilman Ighodaro:
Yes
Councilwoman Odom:
Yes
Councilwoman Robinson:
Yes
Councilman Williams:
Yes
Vice Mayor Davis:
Yes
Mayor Gilbert:
Yes
(J) RESOLUTION(S)MUBLIC HEARING(S)
RESOLUTION NO. 2014-117-2096
J-1) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, APPROVING THE COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT NINTH PROGRAM YEAR
ACTION PLAN, ATTACHED HERETO AS EXHIBIT "A";
PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS;
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (SPONSORED BY THE
CITY MANAGER)
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Mayor Gilbert opened the floor for this public hearing. There being no interested parties
to speak on this item, the public hearing closed.
Manager Benson explained this item lays out the plan for the CDBG expenditures. An
item will be presented before the Council in September to recommending funding for some local
organizations.
Motion offered by Vice Mayor Davis, seconded by Councilman Harris to adopt this item.
There being no discussion, the motion to adopt passed and carried by a unanimous voice
vote of the Council.
(K) CONSENT AGENDA:
RESOLUTION NO. 2014-118-2097
K-1) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING A PRE -GAME
CELEBRATORY EVENT TO HONOR FLORIDA
AGRICULTURAL AND MECHANICAL UNIVERSITY (FAMU)
AT THE BETTY T. FERGUSON RECREATIONAL COMPLEX ON
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 2014; PROVIDING FOR THE
ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE. (COUNCILMAN DAVID WILLIAMS JR.)
RESOLUTION NO. 2014-119-2098
K-4) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR
AND MANAGER TO FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND TO
ENTER INTO AN INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT WITH THE
SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY TO ALLOW THE
CITY TO UTILIZE RISCO PARK TO CONSTRUCT A SCIENCE
TECHNOLOGY ENGINEERING AND MATHEMATICS (STEM),
AS WELL AS AN ENTERTAINMENT INSTRUCTIONAL
FACILITY, CONTAINING A RECORDING STUDIO AS WELL AS
A TELEVISION STUDIO (EIT); AUTHORIZING THE
EXECUTION OF A LEASE AGREEMENT, JOINT USE
AGREEMENT AND ANY OTHER DOCUMENTS THAT MAY BE
REQUIRED IN ORDER TO EFFECTUATE THE INTERLOCAL
AGREEMENT; PROVIDING FOR INSTRUCTIONS TO THE
CITY CLERK; PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF
REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
(SPONSORED BY MAYOR OLIVER GILBERT)
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RESOLUTION NO. 2014-120-2099
K-6) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE RENEWAL
OF THE AGREEMENT WITH METRO EXPRESS INC. AND
STRAIGHTLINE ENGINEERING GROUP LLC, FOR SIDEWALK
REPLACEMENT AND REPAIRS; AUTHORIZING THE CITY
MANAGER TO ISSUE PURCHASE ORDERS, IN AN AMOUNT
NOT TO EXCEED THE ANNUAL ALLOCATED BUDGETED
AMOUNT; PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF
REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
(SPONSORED BY THE CITY MANAGER)
RESOLUTION NO. 2014-121-2100
K-7) 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 THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FOR
THE ACCEPTANCE OF THE EDWARD BYRNE JUSTICE
MEMORIAL GRANT, IN THE AMOUNT OF SEVENTY-FIVE
THOUSAND, SIX HUNDRED NINETY-FIVE DOLLARS
($75,695.00); A COPY OF WHICH IS ATTACHED HERETO AS
EXHIBIT "A"; PROVIDING FOR INSTRUCTIONS TO THE CITY
CLERK; PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF
REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
(SPONSORED BY THE CITY MANAGER)
RESOLUTION NO. 2014-122-2101
K-9) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY
MANAGER TO ISSUE A CHANGE ORDER TO GEC
ASSOCIATES INC., IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED
TWENTY SIX THOUSAND, SEVEN HUNDRED FIFTY-ONE
DOLLARS AND FORTY-SEVEN CENTS ($26,751.47), FOR THE
CONSTRUCTION OF A COMMUNITY RECREATION CENTER
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RESOLUTION NO. 2014-120-2099
K-6) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE RENEWAL
OF THE AGREEMENT WITH METRO EXPRESS INC. AND
STRAIGHTLINE ENGINEERING GROUP LLC, FOR SIDEWALK
REPLACEMENT AND REPAIRS; AUTHORIZING THE CITY
MANAGER TO ISSUE PURCHASE ORDERS, IN AN AMOUNT
NOT TO EXCEED THE ANNUAL ALLOCATED BUDGETED
AMOUNT; PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF
REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
(SPONSORED BY THE CITY MANAGER)
RESOLUTION NO. 2014-121-2100
K-7) 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 THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FOR
THE ACCEPTANCE OF THE EDWARD BYRNE JUSTICE
MEMORIAL GRANT, IN THE AMOUNT OF SEVENTY-FIVE
THOUSAND, SIX HUNDRED NINETY-FIVE DOLLARS
($75,695.00); A COPY OF WHICH IS ATTACHED HERETO AS
EXHIBIT "A"; PROVIDING FOR INSTRUCTIONS TO THE CITY
CLERK; PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF
REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
(SPONSORED BY THE CITY MANAGER)
RESOLUTION NO. 2014-122-2101
K-9) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY
MANAGER TO ISSUE A CHANGE ORDER TO GEC
ASSOCIATES INC., IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED
TWENTY SIX THOUSAND, SEVEN HUNDRED FIFTY-ONE
DOLLARS AND FORTY-SEVEN CENTS ($26,751.47), FOR THE
CONSTRUCTION OF A COMMUNITY RECREATION CENTER
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AT NORTH DADE OPTIMIST PARK; AUTHORIZING A
TWENTY-FIVE (25) DAY TIME EXTENSION TO THE
ORIGINAL AGREEMENT TO COMPLETE CONSTRUCTION OF
THE COMMUNITY CENTER; PROVIDING FOR THE
ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE. (SPONSORED BY THE CITY MANAGER)
RESOLUTION NO. 2014-123-2102
K-10) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, APPROVING THE CITY'S TITLE
VI PLAN 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. (SPONSORED BY THE CITY
MANAGER)
RESOLUTION NO. 2014-124-2103
K-11) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, APPROVING A WAIVER OF
PLAT FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 650 N.W. 183RD
STREET, MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED ON EXHIBIT
"A", A COPY OF WHICH IS ATTACHED HERETO; PROVIDING
FOR THE ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING
FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (SPONSORED BY THE CITY
MANAGER)
RESOLUTION NO. 2014-125-2104
K-12) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, SUBMITTING A PROPOSED
CHARTER CHANGE TO THE ELECTORATE OF THE CITY IN
ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 6.1 AND 6.2 OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI GARDENS CHARTER AND SECTION 6.03 OF THE
MIAMI-DADE COUNTY CHARTER; SUBMITTING A
PROPOSED AMENDMENT PERTAINING TO SECTION 9.6
"STADIUM PROPERTIES, DOLPHIN CENTER DRI;"
PROVIDING BALLOT LANGUAGE FOR SUBMISSION TO THE
ELECTORATE; CALLING A SPECIAL ELECTION ON THE
PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO BE HELD IN CONJUNCTION
WITH THE GENERAL ELECTION ON TUESDAY, THE 4TH DAY
OF NOVEMBER, 2014; PROVIDING A NOTICE OF ELECTION;
PROVIDING FOR BALLOTING AND ELECTION PROCEDURES;
PROVIDING FOR AUTHORITY TO THE CITY ATTORNEY AND
CITY CLERK; PROVIDING FOR AUTHORITY TO THE MAYOR;
PROVIDING FOR INCLUSION IN THE CHARTER; PROVIDING
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FOR ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS; REPEALING ALL
ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT; PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY
CLAUSE; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (SPONSORED BY
MAYOR OLIVER GILBERT)
RESOLUTION NO. 2014-126-2105
K-13) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY
MANAGER TO NEGOTIATE AND ISSUE CHANGE ORDERS TO
SKANSKA USA BUILDING, INC., IN EXCESS OF THE TEN
PERCENT (10%) CONTINGENCY, IN ACCORDANCE WITH
RESOLUTION NO. 2011-144-1537, TO RESOLVE ISSUES
RELATED TO STRUCTURAL DESIGN REVISION 20, AND
OTHER PENDING CHANGE ORDERS AND CLAIMS RELATED
TO THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE CITY'S MUNICIPAL
COMPLEX; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO SEEK
VIABLE FUNDING TO COVER THESE RELATED COSTS,
SUBJECT TO THE APPROVAL OF THE CITY COUNCIL;
PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS;
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (SPONSORED BY THE
CITY MANAGER)
Motion offered by Councilman Ighodaro, seconded by Vice Mayor Davis to adopt the
Consent Agenda.
There being no discussion, the motion to adopt passed and carried by a unanimous voice
vote of the Council.
(L) RESOLUTION(S)
RESOLUTION NO. 2014-127-2106
K-2) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, SUPPORTING THE 6TH ANNUAL
OPERATION STAND AGAINST VIOLENCE IT'S OUR
RESPONSIBILITY (S.A.V.LO.R.) TO BE HELD IN BUNCHE
PARK ON SATURDAY, AUGUST 23, 2014; AUTHORIZING A
SPONSORSHIP OF THE EVENT, IN THE AMOUNT TWO
THOUSAND DOLLARS ($2000.00), FROM THE WORKING
CAPITAL RESERVE FUND FOR THIS PURPOSE; PROVIDING
FOR THE ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING
FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (SPONSORED BY COUNCILMAN
ERHABORIGHODARO)
Councilwoman Odom asked whether there has been a decrease in crime in this area, as a
result of this particular program.
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Mayor Gilbert said he did not know if staff could answer this question because crime is
down, but it might be a combination of a number of proactive initiatives taking place.
Assistant Chief Antonio Brooklyn appeared before the Council in response to
Councilwoman Odom's inquiry and responded, there are a lot of initiatives the police department
is undertaking to decrease crime in the entire city. There is a decrease in crime in Area 2; for
this week, crime in down by 21%. He said as it relates to the S.A.V.I.O.R. Program he could
not say that it is the main reason for the reduction in crime.
Councilwoman Robinson shared that it takes more than just one initiative to reduce
Mayor Gilbert opined anything you raise community awareness and involvement is a
good thing.
Motion offered by Councilman Harris, seconded by Vice Mayor Davis to adopt this item.
Councilman Ighodaro by friendly amendment, accepted an additional $1,000 from
Councilman Harris, which brought the total of this sponsorship to $3,000.00.
vote.
There being no discussion, the motion to adopt passed and carried by a unanimous voice
RESOLUTION NO. 2014-128-2107
K-3) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING A BRICK PAVER
PROGRAM AT CITY HALL; AUTHORIZING THE CITY
MANAGER TO TAKE ANY AND ALL STEPS NECESSARY TO
ESTABLISH THE BRICK PAVER PROGRAM; PROVIDING FOR
THE ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE. (SPONSORED BY COUNCILWOMAN
FELICIA ROBINSON)
Councilwoman Odom asked whether a cost projection has been established as it relates to
the installation of the bricks, and what time frame is involved with this project.
Vernita Nelson, Assistant City Manager appeared before the Council to address the issues
raised by Councilwoman Odom. She indicated there is a cost associated with the
implementation of this program. However she did not have those figures. As soon as that
information is available it will be provided to the Council.
Motion offered by Councilman Harris, seconded by Councilwoman Robinson to adopt
this item.
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There being no further discussion, the motion to adopt passed and carried by a unanimous
voice vote of the Council.
RESOLUTION NO. 2014-129-2108
K-8) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY
MANAGER TO ISSUE PURCHASE ORDERS, ON AN AS NEEDED
BASIS, TO FLEET TIRE TRUCK AND AUTO, AUTONATION
FORD MIAMI AND LEHMAN BUICK GMC, LLC FOR
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR OF THE CITY'S
FLEET OF VEHICLES, IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED THE
ANNUAL ALLOCATED BUDGETED AMOUNT; PROVIDING
FOR THE ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING AN
EFFECTIVE DATE. (SPONSORED BY THE CITY MANAGER)
Vice Mayor Davis asked for clarification relating to this item.
Manager Benson said this item relates to those companies currently being used by the
City on an annual basis for all fleet vehicles.
Motion offered by Vice Mayor Davis, seconded by Councilwoman Robinson to adopt
this item.
There being no other discussion, the motion to adopt passed and carried by a unanimous
voice vote of the Council.
RESOLUTION NO. 2014-130-2109
L-1) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS,
FLORIDA, ESTABLISHING THE PROPOSED MILLAGE RATE
NECESSARY TO BE LEVIED FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2014-15
FOR OPERATING PURPOSES; ESTABLISHING THE DEBT
SERVICE MILLAGE RATE APPROVED BY THE
ELECTORATE IN APRIL 2014; SETTING THE DATE, TIME
AND PLACE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS TO CONSIDER THE
PROPOSED MILLAGE RATE, DEBT SERVICE MILLAGE
RATE AND TENTATIVE BUDGET; PROVIDING FOR
DIRECTIONS TO THE FINANCE DIRECTOR THROUGH THE
CITY MANAGER; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE
DATE. (SPONSORED BY THE CITY MANAGER)
Manager Benson recommended that the current millage rate (6.9363) remain the same for
fiscal year 2014-2015. This would provide an approximate $700,000 in additional revenue for
the City of Miami Gardens. He said if the Council went with the rollback rate, there would be a
decrease in revenue. In addition, there is a debt service rate of 1.3, which represents the General
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Obligation Bond. It is staff's intention to come back to Council with an additional revenue
program for the city.
Motion offered by Councilwoman Robinson, seconded by Vice Mayor Davis to adopt
this item.
Vice Mayor Davis asked for clarification purposes whether the millage rate would
increase.
Manager Benson reiterated the millage rate would not increase.
There being no further discussion, the motion to adopt this item passed and carried by a
unanimous voice vote.
QUASI-JUDICIAL ZONING HEARINGS:
(M) ORDINANCES ON FOR FIRST READING/PUBLIC HEARING):
None
(N) ORDINANCES ON FOR SECOND READING/PUBLIC HEARING(S)
None
(0) RESOLUTION(S)/PUBLIC HEARING(S)
None
(P) REPORTS OF CITY MANAGER/CITY ATTORNEY/CITY CLERK
P-1) City Manager's Monthly Report
P-2) MGPD Monthly Report
(Q) REPORTS OF MAYOR AND COUNCIL MEMBERS
Vice Mayor Davis announced that she along with Councilman Ighodaro would be hosting
a book bag give -a -way with Lake Lucerne Crime Watch, Saturday, August 9, 2014, at Bennett
Lifter Park, from 10:00 am — 2:00 p.m.
Vice Mayor Davis announced that she along with State Senator Braynon and State
Representative Watson will be hosting a Farm Share event, July 26, 2014, at Norwood Park from
8:30 a.m. — 2:30 p.m.
Councilman Harris shared on July 13th there was a fitness challenge at Rolling Oaks Park.
There were over 200 individuals that participated in a 5K run as well as aerobic exercises. A
teen summit was held on July 15th, at Betty T. Ferguson Recreation Complex. He thanked the
Parks and Recreation Department and Rodney Best for their assistance during this event. He
announced that on August 9th, he will be hosting a Unity over Violence Book Bag give -a -way
event at Bunche Park, from 11:00 am -3:00 p.m.
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Councilwoman Odom announced that she is hosting a Town Hall Meeting, April 4th, at
6:30 p.m., in the Vista Verde area (Universal Truth Center). She encouraged all residents from
throughout the City of Miami Gardens to attend.
Councilwoman Robinson invited everyone out to her Meet Me on Monday Meetings,
scheduled every second Monday of the month from 6:00 p.m. — 8:00 p.m. She further
announced she is co -sponsoring with Opa-locka Commissioner Johnson, a Mother's Affecting
Change event, Saturday, July 26, 2014. She also shared that on August 16th, she along with State
Senator Braynon would be sponsoring a back to school event at Miami Carol City Park from
10:00 a.m. — 2:00 p.m.
Councilman Williams thanked the Public Works and Parks Departments for their support
with the intergenerational gardening event held, Saturday, July 19th. He said the science
community, not only locally but around the country continues to look at what the city is doing as
it relates to science, gardening, crime and quality of life issues. He was invited by the Miami
Herald to talk about what is going on in this city. This will be followed up with a series of
articles. He invited everyone out a FAMU Alumni Association Tailgate event being held at the
Betty T. Ferguson Recreation Complex. Vendors are welcomed.
Mayor Gilbert encouraged everyone to come out in support of the events announced by
the Council. He further shared that Item K-4 on the Consent Agenda would allow the City to
address concerns raised by residents as it relates to the property at 183rd Street and NW 37th
Avenue, (Risco Park),which is not a city park. The property belongs to the school board. This
item for an interlocal agreement between the City of Miami Gardens and the School Board to
allow the City to utilize School Board owned property to construct and operate a STEM and EIT
facility. The City will construct facilities utilizing money from the 60M Bond initiative, the
School Board will provide staffing programming, including after school programming at the
School Board's cost and expense. The lease agreement for the property is an initial 40 year term
and two additional ten (10) year extensions for a total of 60 years. The city will pay the School
Board $1.00 per year pursuant to the lease.
Mayor Gilbert further shared his commitment to continue negotiations with Miami -Dade
County as it relates to the Charter Provision (DRI) in the area surrounding Sun Life Stadium. He
said since the City authorized and the filing of the lawsuit there has been more conversation and
dialogue with Miami -Dade County. He shared there was tremendous participation during the
Mayor's fitness challenge this past Saturday.
Mayor Gilbert announced that Assistant Chief Brooklyn and Deputy City Clerk Mario
Bataille were both honored as Miami -Dade County's Top 40 under 40.
(R) WRITTEN REQUESTS, PETITIONS & OTHER WRITTEN
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE PUBLIC
None
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(S) ADJOURNMENT
There being no other business to come before this Body, and upon a motion being duly
moved and seconded the meeting adjourned at 8:00 p.m.
Attest:
Oliver Gilbert, Mayor
Ro etta Taylor, MNIK, City Clerk
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