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REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
SEPTEMBER 28, 2016
(A) CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL
The City Council for the City of Miami Gardens, Florida, met in regular session,
Wednesday, September 28, 2016, at 7:00 PM, in the City Council Chambers, 18605 NW 27t"
Avenue, Miami Gardens, Florida.
The following members of the City Council were present: Mayor Oliver Gilbert, Vice
Mayor Felicia Robinson and Council members Lisa C. Davis, Rodney Harris, Lillie Q. Odom,
David Williams Jr., and Dr. Erhabor Ighodaro.
Also in attendance were: City Manager Cameron Benson, City Attorney Sonja K.
Dickens and City Clerk Ronetta Taylor.
(B) INVOCATION
Delivered by Mayor Gilbert
(C) PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Recited in Unison
(D) APPROVAL OF MINUTES
D-1) Regular City Council Minutes —September 13, 2016
D-2) Special City Council Minutes — September 13, 2016
Motion offered by Councilman Williams, seconded by Vice Mayor Robinson to adopt the
minutes with the necessary corrections, if any.
There being no discussion, the motion to adopt passed and carried by a unanimous vote
of the members present.
(E) ORDER OF BUSINESS (Items to be pulled from Consent Agenda at this time)
The City Attorney removed Item K-7 from the Official Agenda. This item will be placed
on the October 12th City Council Agenda.
The following items were added to the official agenda as:
ITEM K-7 "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MIAMI
GARDENS, FLORIDA, ALLOCATING THE SUM OF ONE THOUSAND ($1,000.00)
FROM 01-12-512-492-00, THE CITY MANAGER'S SPECIAL EVENT ACCOUNT
TO SUPPORT THE FOUNTAIN OF NEW LIFE CHURCH UPCOMING
COMMUNITY EVENTS AND TO SUPPORT THE MIAMI NORLAND SENIOR
HIGH CHEERLEADING TEAM FOR COMMUNITY EVENTS"
ITEM K-8 "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MIAMI
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GARDENS, FLORIDA, ALLOCATING THE SUM OF FIVE THOUSAND DOLLARS
($5,000.00) FROM 01-11-01-511-490-01, THE MAYOR'S SPECIAL EVENT
ACCOUNT, TO SUPPORT COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES AND EVENTS OF MIAMI
NORLAND SENIOR HIGH AND TO SUPPORT THE MIAMI CAROL CITY HIGH
ALUMNI ASSOCIATION AND ITS UPCOMING COMMUNITY EVENTS"
ITEM K-9 "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MIAMI
GARDENS, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING MAYOR OLIVER GILBERT TO SPONSOR
THE USE OF THE BIRDS OF PARADISE ROOM AT THE BETTY T. FERGUSON
RECREATIONAL COMPLEX FOR THE RIDE FOR GENE BIKE RIDE
BREAKFAST EVENT"
ITEM K-10 "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MIAMI
GARDENS, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING SEPTEMBER 2016 AS NATIONAL
CHILDHOOD CANCER AWARENESS MONTH"
ITEM K-11 "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MIAMI
GARDENS, FLORIDA, SUPPORT EFFORTS TO COMBAT SICKLE CELL DISEASE
AND RECOGNIZING THE MONTH OF SEPTEMBER OF EACH YEAR AS SICKLE
CELL DISEASE AWARENESS MONTH IN THE CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS,
FLORIDA"
Councilman Ighodaro asked a procedural question as it relates to the appointment of the
Vice Mayor.
Mayor Gilbert explained the process is that the Mayor brings an item. He said he has not
brought an item forward as of yet. Anyone can bring the item; it is has typically been brought
forward by the Mayor because the Vice Mayor does not have an actual role. He said he has not
decided on a recommendation for vice mayor. He told Councilman Ighodaro that he was more
than welcomed to bring an item if he wanted to.
Councilman Ighodaro asked if there was a time frame to appoint a Vice Mayor.
Mayor Gilbert said if it is left up to him he would probably bring an item within the next
couple of meetings.
Motion offered by Councilman Ighodaro, seconded by Councilman Harris to approve the
Official Agenda with the necessary additions/deletions.
There being no further discussion, the motion to approve the official agenda passed and
carried by a unanimous vote of the members present.
(F) SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS (5 minutes each)
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None
(G) PUBLIC COMMENTS
Gorema Tolliver, 16230 NW 27' Court, Miami Gardens, Florida, appeared before the
City Council to express concern with getting a warning notice of violation from Code
Compliance. She said that she is a senior citizen on a fixed income and wanted to know about
financial or manpower assistance with taking care of the violations.
Mayor Gilbert in response to Ms. Tolliver's inquiry indicated that Darian Martin,
Assistant to the City Manager would speak with her about this issue. He further said he would
also contact Ms. Tolliver regarding her concerns.
Ulysses Harvard, 16201 NW 22nd Court, Miami Gardens, Florida, appeared before the
City Council to inquire about the appointment of a new Vice Mayor. He asked how long is it
going to take before that appointment is made.
(H) ORDINANCE(S) FOR FIRST READING:
H-1) AN EMERGENCY ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, RELATING TO
ELECTIONS, CALLING SPECIAL ELECTION FOR THE
MAYORAL RACE; PROVIDING FOR RUN-OFF ELECTION IF
APPLICABLE; PROVIDING FOR CLOSE OF ELECTION
BOOKS; APPROVING THE OFFICIAL BALLOT FORM;
PROVIDING FOR NOTIFICATION; PROVIDING FOR A
CANVASSING BOARD; PROVIDING FOR ADOPTION OF
REPRESENTATIONS; REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES IN
CONFLICT; PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE;
PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (SPONSORED BY THE CITY
CLERK)
Motion offered by Vice Mayor Robinson, seconded by Councilman Harris to adopt this
item on first reading.
There being no discussion the motion to adopt passed and carried by a 7-0 vote.
Councilwoman Davis:
Yes
Councilman Harris:
Yes
Councilman Ighodaro:
Yes
Councilwoman Odom:
Yes
Vice Mayor Robinson:
Yes
Councilman Williams:
Yes
Mayor Gilbert:
Yes
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(I) ORDINANCE(S) FOR SECOND READING/PUBLIC HEARING(S)
ORDINANCE NO. 2016-12-358
I-1) AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA AUTHORIZING THE
BORROWING OF SIX MILLION SEVEN HUNDRED FIFTY
THOUSAND DOLLARS ($6,750,000); AUTHORIZING THE
ISSUANCE OF CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA CAPITAL
IMPROVEMENT REVENUE BONDS NOT TO EXCEED SIX
MILLION SEVEN HUNDRED FIFTY THOUSAND DOLLARS
($6,750,000); PROVIDING FOR A SUPPLEMENTAL
RESOLUTION SETTING FORTH THE DETAILS OF SAID
BONDS; PROVIDING FOR ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS;
REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT; PROVIDING A
SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
(SPONSORED BY THE CITY MANAGER) (Is' Reading —
September 13, 2016)
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 there has been a change in the amount since the first reading of this
item. The total borrowing amount would be $6,000,000.00, instead of the $6,750,000, originally
approved on first reading.
Motion offered by Vice Mayor Robinson, seconded by Councilman Harris to adopt this
item.
Motion offered by Vice Mayor Robinson, seconded by Councilwoman Odom to amend
the ordinance reducing the amount from 6.75 Million to 6 Million.
There being no further discussion on the amendment, the motion to amend passed and
carried by a unanimous vote of the members present.
Councilman Williams asked whether this item was related to Item K-7, which was
removed from the official agenda earlier in the meeting.
Councilman Benson in response to Councilman Williams said that the two items were
related. The item pulled relates to the settlement of the lawsuit. Once that item comes back,
funds from that settlement will be used to pay down on the bond. The settlement is
approximately 4.2 Million Dollars.
Attorney Dickens said there are things that need to be paid for that are not a part of the
litigation.
At the conclusion of this discussion, the motion to adopt passed and carried by a 7-0 vote.
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Councilman Harris:
Yes
Councilman Ighodaro:
Yes
Councilwoman Odom:
Yes
Vice Mayor Robinson:
Yes
Councilman Williams:
Yes
Councilwoman Davis:
Yes
Mayor Gilbert:
Yes
ORDINANCE NO. 2016-13-359
1-2) AN EMERGENCY ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, RELATING TO
ELECTIONS, CALLING SPECIAL ELECTION FOR THE
MAYORAL RACE; PROVIDING FOR RUN-OFF ELECTION IF
APPLICABLE; PROVIDING FOR CLOSE OF ELECTION
BOOKS; APPROVING THE OFFICIAL BALLOT FORM;
PROVIDING FOR NOTIFICATION; PROVIDING FOR A
CANVASSING BOARD; PROVIDING FOR ADOPTION OF
REPRESENTATIONS; REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES IN
CONFLICT; PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE;
PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (SPONSORED BY THE CITY
CLERK)
Mayor Gilbert opened the floor for this public hearing. After there were no interested
parties to speak on this item, the public hearing closed.
Motion offered by Councilwoman Davis, seconded by Vice Mayor Robinson to adopt
this item.
There being no discussion, the motion to adopt passed and carried by a 7-0 vote.
Councilman Ighodaro:
Yes
Councilwoman Odom:
Yes
Vice Mayor Robinson:
Yes
Councilman Williams:
Yes
Councilwoman Davis:
Yes
Councilman Harris:
Yes
Mayor Gilbert:
Yes
(.I) RESOLUTION(S)/PUBLIC HEARING(S)
None
(K) CONSENT AGENDA:
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RESOLUTION NO. 2016-151-3050
K-1) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING OCTOBER AS
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH IN THE CITY OF
MIAMI GARDENS; PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF
REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
(SPONSORED BY COUNCILWOMAN LISA C. DAVIS)
RESOLUTION NO. 2016-152-3051
K-2) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING SEPTEMBER 15
THROUGH OCTOBER 15, 2016, AS HISPANIC HERITAGE
MONTH IN THE CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS; AUTHORIZING
THE ALLOCATION OF ONE THOUSAND DOLLARS ($1,000)
FROM THE SEAT -6 SPECIAL EVENTS ACCOUNT TO THIS
EVENT, AND THE USE OF CITY HALL'S COURTYARD, ON A
DAY IN OCTOBER TO BE DETERMINED BY STAFF;
PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS;
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (SPONSORED BY
COUNCILMAN ERHABOR IGHODARO)
RESOLUTION NO. 2016-153-3052
K-3) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY
MANAGER TO RENEW THAT CERTAIN AGREEMENT WITH
AVMED, INC., FOR EMPLOYEE GROUP MEDICAL
INSURANCE FOR CALENDAR YEAR 2017; PROVIDING FOR
THE ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE. (SPONSORED BY THE CITY MANAGER)
RESOLUTION NO, 2016-154-3053
K-4) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE RENEWAL
OF THE AGREEMENT WITH IMPERIAL ELECTRIC &
LIGHTING SUPPLY, INC. AND ELECTRICAL CONTRACTING
SERVICE, INC., FOR SECURITY AND SPORTS LIGHTING
SYSTEM MAINTENANCE, NUNC PRO TUNC TO SEPTEMBER 6,
2016; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ISSUE
PURCHASE ORDERS, ON AN AS NEEDED BASIS, 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. 2016-156-3055
K-5) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
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MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, REJECTING ALL PROPOSALS
RECEIVED IN RESPONSE TO INVITATION TO BID NUMBER
15-16-039, FOR SIDEWALK REPLACEMENTS &
INSTALLATION ANNUAL CONTRACT; AUTHORIZING THE
CITY MANAGER TO RE -SOLICIT THE BID FOR THE REPAIR,
REPLACEMENT, AND INSTALLATION OF THE CITY'S
SIDEWALKS; PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF
REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
(SPONSORED BY THE CITY MANAGER)
RESOLUTION NO. 2016-155-3054
K-6) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE
OF CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT REVENUE BONDS, SERIES 2016,
OF THE CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, IN THE
AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF $6,000,000 FOR THE
PURPOSE OF FINANCING AND REIMBURSING THE CITY FOR
ADDITIONAL COSTS TO COMPLETE CONSTRUCTION OF
THE CITY'S MUNICIPAL COMPLEX AND POLICE
HEADQUARTERS BUILDING, AND PAYING COSTS OF
ISSUANCE OF THE BONDS; AWARDING THE SALE OF THE
BONDS TO TD BANK, N.A.; PROVIDING FOR SECURITY FOR
THE BONDS; PROVIDING OTHER PROVISIONS RELATING TO
THE BONDS; MAKING CERTAIN COVENANTS AND
AGREEMENTS IN CONNECTION THEREWITH; PROVIDING
FOR ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS; REPEALING ALL
RESOLUTIONS IN CONFLICT; PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY
CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
(SPONSORED BY THE CITY MANAGER)
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RESOLUTION NO. 2015-157-3056
K-7) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, ALLOCATING THE SUM OF ONE
THOUSAND ($1,000.00) FROM 01-12-512-492-00, THE CITY
MANAGER'S SPECIAL EVENT ACCOUNT TO SUPPORT THE
FOUNTAIN OF NEW LIFE CHURCH UPCOMING COMMUNITY
EVENTS AND TO SUPPORT THE MIAMI NORLAND SENIOR
HIGH CHEERLEADING TEAM FOR COMMUNITY EVENTS;
PROVIDING FOR ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS;
REPEALING ALL RESOLUTIONS IN CONFLICT; PROVIDING
A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE
DATE. (SPONSORED BY MAYOR OLIVER GILBERT)
RESOLUTION NO. 2016-158-3057
K-8) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, ALLOCATING THE SUM OF
FIVE THOUSAND DOLLARS ($5,000.00) FROM 01-11-01-511-490-
01, THE MAYOR'S SPECIAL EVENT ACCOUNT, TO SUPPORT
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES AND EVENTS OF MIAMI
NORLAND SENIOR HIGH AND TO SUPPORT THE MIAMI
CAROL CITY HIGH ALUMNI ASSOCIATION AND ITS
UPCOMING COMMUNITY EVENTS; PROVIDING FOR
ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS; REPEALING ALL
RESOLUTIONS IN CONFLICT; PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY
CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
(SPONSORED BY MAYOR OLIVER GILBERT)
RESOLUTION NO. 2016-159-3058
K-9) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING MAYOR OLIVER
GILBERT TO SPONSOR THE USE OF THE BIRDS OF
PARADISE ROOM AT THE BETTY T. FERGUSON
RECREATIONAL COMPLEX FOR THE RIDE FOR GENE BIKE
RIDE BREAKFAST EVENT; PROVIDING FOR ADOPTION OF
REPRESENTATIONS; REPEALING ALL RESOLUTIONS IN
CONFLICT; PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; AND
PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (SPONSORED BY MAYOR
OLIVER GILBERT)
RESOLUTION NO. 2016-160-3059
K-10) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING SEPTEMBER
2016 AS NATIONAL CHILDHOOD CANCER AWARENESS
MONTH; PROVIDING FOR ADOPTION OF
REPRESENTATIONS; REPEALING ALL RESOLUTIONS IN
CONFLICT; PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; AND
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PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (SPONSORED BY VICE
MAYOR FELICIA ROBINSON)
RESOLUTION NO. 2016-161-3060
K-11) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, SUPPORT EFFORTS TO
COMBAT SICKLE CELL DISEASE AND RECOGNIZING THE
MONTH OF SEPTEMBER OF EACH YEAR AS SICKLE CELL
DISEASE AWARENESS MONTH IN THE CITY OF MIAMI
GARDENS, FLORIDA; PROVIDING FOR ADOPTION OF
REPRESENTATIONS; REPEALING ALL RESOLUTIONS IN
CONFLICT; PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; AND
PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (SPONSORED BY
COUNCILWOMAN LILLIE Q. ODOM)
Motion offered by Vice Mayor Robinson, seconded by Councilwoman Odom to adopt
the Consent Agenda.
There being no discussion, the motion to adopt passed and carried by a unanimous vote
of the members present.
(L) RESOLUTION(S)
None
QUASI-JUDICIAL ZONING HEARINGS:
Nakeischea Smith, Director of Planning and Zoning appeared before the City Council to
outline the Quasi -Judicial Process.
Clerk Taylor administered the Oath to those individuals participating in this Quasi -
Judicial Process.
(M) ORDINANCES ON FOR FIRST READING/PUBLIC
HEARINGS(S):
None
(N) ORDINANCES ON FOR SECOND READING/PUBLIC HEARING(S)
ORDINANCE NO. 2016-14-360
N-1) AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, AMENDING THE CODE OF
ORDINANCES (LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS) AS
OUTLINED ON EXHIBIT "A" ATTACHED HERETO;
AMENDING SECTION 6-369 - HOURS AND DAYS OF SALE AND
CONSUMPTION OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES; AMENDING
SECTION 34-144 - LICENSING COMPLIANCE; AMENDING
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SECTION 34-145 - LOCATION OF PREMISES; AMENDING
SECTION 34-147 - GENERALIZED TABLE OF SALE OF
ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE REGULATIONS; AMENDING
SECTION 34-287 - USE REGULATIONS, GENERALLY;
AMENDING SECTION 34-288 USES PERMITTED WITH EXTRA
REQUIREMENTS; AMENDING SECTION 34-381 - NUMBER OF
REQUIRED OFF-STREET PARKING SPACE REQUIREMENTS
FOR ALL DISTRICTS AND USES; AMENDING SECTION 34-733 -
MASTER USE LIST AND USE DEFINITIONS; PROVIDING FOR
ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS; REPEALING ALL
ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT; PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY
CLAUSE; PROVIDING FOR INCLUSION IN CODE; PROVIDING
AN EFFECTIVE DATE (SPONSORED BY THE CITY MANAGER)
(1St Reading — September 13, 2016)
Mayor Gilbert opened the floor for this public hearing. After there were no interested
parties to speak on this item the public hearing closed.
Motion offered by Vice Mayor Robinson, seconded by Councilwoman Davis to adopt
this item.
There being no discussion, the motion to adopt passed and carried by a 7-0 vote.
Vice Mayor Robinson:
Yes
Councilman Williams:
Yes
Councilwoman Davis:
Yes
Councilman Harris:
Yes
Councilman Ighodaro:
Yes
Councilwoman Odom:
Yes
Mayor Gilbert:
Yes
ORDINANCE NO. 2016-15-361
N-2) AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, APPROVING THE APPLICATION
FOR THE REZONING OF THE ST. THOMAS UNIVERSITY
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 16401 NW 37TH AVENUE AND 16400
NW 32ND AVENUE, MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA MORE
PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED IN EXHIBIT "A", ATTACHED
HERETO, FROM AU, AGRICULTURE AND UTILITIES
DISTRICT AND NC, NEIGHBORHOOD COMMERCIAL
DISTRICT, TO PD, PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT;
PROVIDING FOR ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS;
REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT; PROVIDING A
SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; PROVIDING INCLUSION IN CODE;
PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (SPONSORED BY THE CITY
MANAGER) (1St Reading — September 13, 2016)
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Mayor Gilbert opened the floor for this public hearing. After there were no interested
parties to speak on this item, the public hearing closed.
Motion offered by Councilwoman Davis, seconded by Councilwoman Odom to adopt
this item.
Councilman Williams asked Attorney Dickens whether he had a conflict with Item N-2
because he serves on one of the University's Boards.
Attorney Dickens in response to Councilman Williams' inquiry replied there was no
conflict.
vote.
There being no further discussion the motion to adopt passed and carried by a 7-0 voice
Councilman Williams:
Yes
Councilwoman Davis:
Yes
Councilman Harris:
Yes
Councilman Ighodaro:
Yes
Councilwoman Odom:
Yes
Vice Mayor Robinson:
Yes
Mayor Gilbert:
Yes
(0) RESOLUTION(S)/PUBLIC HEARING(S)
None
(P) REPORTS OF CITY MANAGER/CITY ATTORNEY/CITY CLERK
P-1) Miami Gardens Police Department Monthly Report — August 2016
(Q) REPORTS OF MAYOR AND COUNCIL MEMBERS
Councilman Williams thanked the staff of the Zoning Department for taking care of some
issues in the community. He asked whether staff was being proactive to prevent the spread of
Zika in Miami Gardens.
Mayor Gilbert in response to Councilman Williams' inquiry said staff has been preparing
and proactive to fight the spread of the Zika virus for several weeks. City parks are also equip
with the necessary mosquito repellant. The City has also been working with Miami -Dade
County to address the issue of standing water not only with abandoned properties but with
private properties where there might be standing water in swimming pools.
Councilman Williams said it would have nice if the Council members were made aware
of this.
Mayor Gilbert in response to Councilman Williams' comment shared information was
emailed and eblasted.
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Councilwoman Davis reminded everyone that October is Domestic Violence Month. She
encouraged everyone to wear purple in recognition of the many victims for domestic violence.
Councilwoman Odom thanked the Parks and Recreation Department for their invaluable
assistance during the National HIV/AIDS Awareness event for the aging.
Vice Mayor Robinson shared that during the month of October the City is painted "Pink"
in recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness. Several activities have been planned for the month
of October. In addition educational information can be found on the City's website.
Councilman Williams announced the Science Fair will take place December 12 and 13,
2016. He shared the City of Miami Gardens is the only municipality in the country to host its
own Science and Engineering Fair.
Councilwoman Davis announced Ms. Rita Pierre's daughter passed away this past
weekend. She encouraged everyone to keep this family in their prayers and to give Ms. Pierre a
call as well.
Mayor Gilbert encouraged everyone to drop Ms. Pierre a note or give her a call.
Councilwoman Odom shared that Pastor Nettie Davis' children moved her to
Jacksonville, Florida, because of her illness. She asked that everyone keep Pastor Davis in their
prayers.
Mayor Gilbert shared he was invited to speak at the Federal Reserve in Philadelphia. The
panel he was invited to speak on was about communities that are doing innovative things. He
said the City did not submit an application and only three (3) mayors from around the country
was invited to participate. He further shared that the city has cleared the first hurdle to build a
Performance Theater for the City of Miami Gardens. He stated we are going to continue to
move this, city forward in every way at all times.
(R) WRITTEN REQUESTS, PETITIONS & OTHER WRITTEN
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE PUBLIC
None
(S) ADJOURNMENT
There being no further discussion to come before this Body and upon a motion being
duly made and seconded the meeting adjourned at 7:35 PM.
Attest:
Ronetta Taylor, MNWCity Clerk
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Oliver Gilbert, Mayor
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