HomeMy WebLinkAbout12.12.2012 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - DECEMBER 12, 2012
CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
DECEMBER 12, 2012
(A) CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL
The City Council for the City of Miami Gardens, Florida, met in regular session,
Wednesday, December 12, 2012, beginning at 7:09 p.m., in the City Council Chambers, 1515
NW 167 ' Street,Building 5, Suite 200, 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 Dr. Danny O. Crew, City Attorney Sonja K.
Dickens and City Clerk Ronetta Taylor.
(B) INVOCATION
Mayor Gilbert delivered the Invocation.
(C) PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Recited in unison.
(D) APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Regular City Council Minutes - October 10,2012
Motion offered by Councilman Williams, seconded by Vice Mayor Davis to approve
minutes, with necessary corrections, if any. This motion passed and carried by a unanimous
voice vote.
Regular City Council Minutes—October 24 2012
Motion offered by Councilman Williams, seconded by Councilwoman Odom to approve
minutes, with necessary corrections, if any. This motion passed and carried by a unanimous
voice vote.
Regular City Council Minutes—November 14,2012
Motion offered by Councilman Williams, seconded by Councilwoman Odom to approve
minutes, with necessary corrections, if any. This motion passed and carried by a unanimous
voice vote.
(E) ORDER OF BUSINESS (Items to be pulled from Consent Agenda at this time)
The official agenda was amended to add the following items: F-5) Presentation —
Certificate of Appreciation; F-6) Employee Recognition; and F-7) State Representative Barbara
Watson and Cynthia Stafford.
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Mayor Gilbert asked that Items L-1 and L-2 be moved forward on the agenda to be heard
prior to the second reading of the ordinance.
Councilman Ighodaro deferred Item L-2 to the January 9, 2013, City Council Meeting.
Councilman Williams pulled Items K-2; K-8; and K-9 from the Consent Agenda.
Motion offered by Vice Mayor Davis, seconded by Councilman Williams to approve the
official agenda with the necessary additions/deletions. This motion passed and carried by a
unanimous voice vote.
(F) SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS (5 minutes each)
F-1) Vice Mayor Lisa C. Davis—Miami Charmettes, Inc.
Representatives from Miami Charmettes, Inc., appeared before the City Council to
present Vice Mayor Davis with a plaque for her outstanding community service.
F-2) Elderly Affairs Quarterly Report
Ms. Flora Johnson, Chair of the Elderly Affairs appeared before the City Council to
provide a quarterly report and to thank everyone who supported the Elderly Affairs
Intergenerational Fashion Show.
F-3) Presentation—Office of the City Clerk
The City Clerk presented Councilwoman Odom with a Certificate of Completion from
the International Institute for Elected Officials.
F-4) City Hall Complex Update
Skanska representative appeared before the City Council to provide a report for the
month of November 2012. One of the highlights for the month was Safety Week 2012, which
included a Miami Carol City High School site visit. Skanska also participated in the Scott Lake
Elementary School Botanical Garden project.
F-5) Presentation—Certificate of Appreciation
Councilman David Williams Jr., presented Certificates of Special Recognition to the
Coleman sisters. This group of relatives has been instrumental in providing back to school
supplies to the students at Scott Lake Elementary School. He also presented Certificates of
Special Recognition to Michael Collie and Mariana Pitiriciu for given up their week-ends to
assist with the planting of the Botanical Garden at Scott Lake Elementary School.
F-6) Employee Recognition
Manager Crew recognized employees from the Parks and Recreation Department.
F-7) State Representative Barbara Watson and Cynthia Stafford
State Representatives Watson and Stafford appeared before the City Council to provide a
brief report on the upcoming Legislative Session and the committees they both have been
selected to serve on in Tallahassee.
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(G) PUBLIC COMMENTS
Ray Paul, appeared before the City Council to introduce a youth program provided by his
organization. This organization partners with local businesses to provide a learning environment
for the students. The program creates a network with the businesses within the community.
Sharon Frazier Stephens, 145 NE 193`d Street, Miami, Florida, appeared before the City
Council to express the importance of the citizens and representatives from the Miami Gardens
Police Department creating an amicable dialogue.
Denise White, 1210 NW 179th Terrace, Miami Gardens, Florida, appeared before the City
Council to congratulate the recently elected and appointed Council members. She further asked
the Council to host a Town Hall meeting to invite Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT)
to get clarity on the 826 project, which is now in progress.
Mayor Gilbert shared that he has been in discussions with FDOT for a couple of months,
now. This project not only affects the residents, it also affects the business people. A Town Hall
meeting is being worked on.
Crespe aka Broadway, 2550 NW 205th Street, Miami Gardens, Florida, appeared before
the City Council to share that he would be traveling to Washington, D.C. to speak with President
Obama.
Marilyn Scott appeared before the City Council to provide a report of the Job Fair held,
November 19th, in conjunction with the local church and Councilman Ighodaro. There were over
200 job seekers, with approximately 70% of those being hired. Brandsmart interviewed ten job
seekers and hired eight of those. Another job fair is scheduled for March 2013.
Councilman Ighodaro shared that he attended this job fair and from his perspective, when
it comes to crime prevention,this job fair is the type of activity we should be focusing on.
Josie Cardino, of Hialeah, Florida, appeared before the City Council and shared that she
is a partner of a recycling company within the corporate boundaries of the City of Miami
Gardens. She said her company would be willing to partner with faith based organizations as
well as schools, as it related to recycling.
Patricia Lightfoot, 2750 NW 172"d Terrace, Miami Gardens, Florida, appeared before the
City Council to thank the Council. She further stated that the City of Miami Gardens has the best
staff in the State of Florida. She further stated there are new Council members who might
stumble,just be mindful that the foundation is there for you.
(H) ORDINANCES) FOR FIRST READING:
None
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(I) ORDINANCE(S) FOR SECOND READING/PUBLIC HEARING(S)
ORDINANCE NO. 2012-15-288
I-1) AN EMERGENCY ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF MIAMI
GARDENS, FLORIDA, AMENDING THE CITY'S BUDGET FOR
THE 2011-2012 FISCAL YEAR; AUTHORIZING THE CITY
MANAGER TO MAKE CERTAIN ADJUSTMENTS;
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO TAKE ALL
ACTIONS NECESSARY TO IMPLEMENT THE TERMS AND
CONDITIONS OF THIS ORDINANCE; PROVIDING FOR AN
ADDITIONAL READING IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CITY'S
CHARTER; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
(SPONSORED BY THE CITY MANAGER) (1" and 2°d Reading —
November 14. 2012)
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 Davis, seconded by Councilwoman Odom to adopt this
item.
At the conclusion of this discussion, the motion to adopt passed and carried by a 7-0 vote.
Councilman Ighodaro: Yes
Councilwoman Odom: Yes
Councilwoman Robinson: Yes
Councilman Williams: Yes
Vice Mayor Davis: Yes
Councilman Harris: Yes
Mayor Gilbert: Yes
(J) RESOLUTION(S)/PUBLIC HEARING(S)
None
(K) CONSENT AGENDA:
RESOLUTION NO. 2012-191-1786
K-1) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, REJECTING ALL BIDS
RECEIVED IN RESPONSE TO ITB NO. 12-13-005 FOR
RETROFITTING OF POLICE VEHICLES; PROVIDING FOR
THE ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE. (SPONSORED BY THE CITY MANAGER)
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RESOLUTION NO. 2012-192-1787
K-3) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR
AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AND ATTEST
RESPECTIVELY, THAT CERTAIN LOBBYIST UNDERTAKING
AGREEMENT WITH YOLANDA CASH JACKSON OF BECKER
& POLIAKOFF, P.A., IN THE AMOUNT OF SIXTY THOUSAND
DOLLARS ($60,000.00) 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 MAYOR OLIVER GILBERT)
RESOLUTION NO. 2012-193-1788
K-4) 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
FACILITATE THE USE OF THE BETTY T. FERGUSON
RECREATIONAL CENTER AS A FREE TAX PREPARATION
SITE; AUTHORIZING A CONTINUED PARTNERSHIP WITH
THE INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE TO RECRUIT
VOLUNTARY TAX PREPARERS, AND AUTHORIZING THE
PROMOTION OF THE EARNED INCOME TAX CREDIT
PROGRAM; PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF
REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
(SPONSORED BY MAYOR OLIVER GILBERT)
RESOLUTION NO. 2012-194-1789
K-5) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, URGING THE FLORIDA
LEGISLATURE TO ADOPT LEGISLATION TO PROHIBIT
TEXTING WHILE DRIVING; PROVIDING FOR INSTRUCTIONS
TO THE CITY CLERK; PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF
REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
(SPONSORED BY VICE MAYOR LISA C. DAVIS)
RESOLUTION NO. 2012-195-1790
K-6) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, CANCELLING THE JANUARY 2,
2013 ZONING MEETING; PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF
REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
(SPONSORED BY THE CITY MANAGER)
RESOLUTION NO. 2012-196-1791
K-7) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
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MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, RATIFYING THE ELECTION
RESULTS OF THE RUN-OFF ELECTION HELD ON NOVEMBER
6, 2012, FOR THE PURPOSE OF ELECTING A COUNCIL
MEMBER FOR RESIDENTIAL SEAT 3; PROVIDING FOR THE
ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE. (SPONSORED BY THE CITY CLERK)
Motion offered by Councilwoman Odom, seconded by Councilman Williams to adopt the
Consent Agenda.
There being no discussion, the motion to adopt passed and carried by a unanimous voice
vote.
(L) RESOLUTION(S):
RESOLUTION NO. 2012-196-1791
K-2) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, CREATING A MEMORIAL TREE
AND BENCH PROGRAM IN THE CITY; PROVIDING FOR THE
ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE. (SPONSORED BY THE CITY MANAGER)
Councilman Williams stated this is a great program and applauded staff for bringing forth
this item. He asked about the $250.00 fee for the tree.
Tom Ruiz, Public Works Director appeared before the City Council in response to
Councilman Williams' inquiry. He said the $250.00 fee is what would be charged for the specs
of trees listed.
Councilman Williams asked if this would be the standard price.
Mr. Ruiz said the price of the tree goes up; the city would have to change the fee.
Councilman Williams asked about the bench fee.
Mr. Ruiz said the fee is based on the standard cost at present.
Motion offered by Councilman Williams, seconded by Vice Mayor Davis to adopt this
item.
There being no discussion, the motion to adopt passed and carried by a unanimous voice
vote of the Council members.
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RESOLUTION NO. 2012-198-1793
K-8) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY
MANAGER TO ISSUE A PURCHASE ORDER IN THE AMOUNT
OF FIFTY-ONE THOUSAND, SIX HUNDRED DOLLARS
($51,600.00) TO GL DISTRIBUTORS, INC., IN RELIANCE UPON
THAT CERTAIN STATE OF FLORIDA CONTRACT 680-850-11-1
FOR THE PURCHASE OF REPLACEMENT BODY ARMOR;
PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS;
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (SPONSORED BY THE
CITY MANAGER)
Councilman Williams asked whether there was a lifespan involved with the body armor.
Manager Crew in response to Councilman Williams' inquiry said studies have found that
other countries used the body armor longer than five years. However, the five year period is the
recommended timeframe to have them replaced.
Councilman Williams asked if the lifespan is five years, why is the city no replacing them
at 4 or 4.5 years.
Motion offered by Councilman Williams, seconded by Councilwoman Odom, and
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 members.
RESOLUTION NO. 2012-199-1794
K-9) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, AMENDING THE CITY'S
REVENUE MANUAL TO ESTABLISH ANNUAL FEES FOR THE
ISSUANCE OF LIVE REMOTE BROADCAST PERMITS;
PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS;
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (SPONSORED BY THE
CITY MANAGER)
Councilman Williams said he had pulled the item because of the backup documentation
provided.
Staff determined that the backup documentation referred to by Councilman Williams was
inadvertently placed with this item, and had no relevance.
There being no discussion, the motion to adopt passed and carried by a unanimous voice
vote of the Council members.
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RESOLUTIION NO. 2012-190-1785
L-1) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, RECOMMENDING THAT MIAMI-
DADE COUNTY CO-DESIGNATE NW 175TH STREET FROM NW
27TH AVENUE TO NW 12TH AVENUE, REVEREND G. DAVID
HORTON BOULEVARD; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE
DATE. (SPONSORED BY COUNCILWOMAN LILLIE Q. ODOM)
Joyce Jones, 670 NW 199th Street, Miami Gardens, Florida, appeared before the City
Council to request approve of the above reference resolution. She spoke about all of the positive
things Reverend G. David Horton has done in the community. Reverend Dr. Horton has been
the spiritual leader of Greater New Bethel Missionary Church for the past 33 years. Dr. Horton
is a man of honor.
Vice Mayor Davis said that she respects Revered Horton however she expressed concern
that it this is done for one pastor, would the same be done for other pastors. She shared that she
too has an excellent pastor and spiritual leader.
Ms. Jones in response to Vice Mayor Davis' concern said that she would ask that the
Council look at the qualifications of each applicant and how positively that pastor has impacted
that community.
Vice Mayor Davis said what she did not want to see the Council gets inundated with co-
designation request from churches.
Mayor Gilbert reiterated the Council will not be entertaining everyone who requests that
their pastor has a street co-designated. He further shared this vote is like no other vote the
Council takes because it has to be unanimous.
Eloise Jackson, 20881 NW 22nd Court, Miami Gardens, Florida, appeared before the City
Council and expressed that she strongly support this request because Reverend Dr. G. David
Horton has labored and kept the Word and doctrine for our Lord and Savior. He has contributed
much to the church and community, and is deserving. She shared that Reverend Dr. G. David
Horton was instrumental in the growth of the North Dade Federal Credit Union when it first
organized by allowing it to be housed at Greater New Bethel Missionary Baptist Church. She
urged the Council to consider this co-designation request.
Elbert Waters, 8264 NW 196th Terrace, Miami, Florida, appeared before the City Council
and shared with the Council a letter that received from His House, in support of this co-
designation request.
Mayor Gilbert stated that he was supporting this item. He shared he has known Reverend
Dr. G. David Horton all of his life and has first-hand knowledge of how he impacted this
community.
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Ronnie Wallace, 1411 NW 46"' Avenue, Lauderhill, Florida, appeared before the City
Council and shared that she grew up and was married in the old Greater New Bethel Missionary
Baptist Church, but as a resident she disagreed with having streets named after people.
Janice Coakley, 19681 NW 33`d Avenue, Miami Gardens, Florida, appeared before the
City Council in opposition to this request. She suggested giving a Key to the City or a plaque
instead. She further shared that she volunteers in the community by giving her time and money
to worthwhile causes, and considers herself an Icon. She opined as a taxpayer we could find
better things to be concerned about such as increasing the economic tax base and lowering
property taxes instead of raising them. She said she has nothing against Reverend G. David
Horton.
Ulysses Harvard, 15800 NW 17th Place, Miami Gardens, Florida, appeared before the
City Council and opined the City does not have criteria for naming a street after an individual.
He said that he can see the flood gates opening.
Motion offered by Councilwoman Odom, seconded by Councilman Harris to adopt this
item.
Councilman Williams referenced the Street Naming/Co-designation Provision in the
City's Code and shared that the co-designation should not exceed five (5) blocks.
Attorney Dickens in response to Councilman Williams' inquiry said this item was
brought to the City under Miami-Dade County's ordinance. Miami-Dade County is simply
asking the City if it will agree. She reiterated this is not re-designating a city street.
Mayor Gilbert, expounded by sharing Miami-Dade County has rules for county owned
roads. What the city is saying to Miami-Dade County is that it is okay with the request.
Councilman Williams inquired about cost to the city.
Mayor Gilbert in response to Councilman Williams' inquiry said there is no cost to the
city for this item. He shared there are federal, state,county, and city owned roads. If the city re-
names a city road, it will have to pay. There is an item on the agenda co-designating a city-
owned road therefore there is a cost associated with that request.
Councilwoman Robinson asked if the city is not in agreement would Miami-Dade County
still process the request.
Mayor Gilbert in response to Councilwoman Robinson's inquiry said if the City did not
agree, Miami-Dade County would not honor the request. That is their policy; they could decide
to do it, because it is a county road.
There being no further discussion,the motion to adopt passed and carried by a 7-0 vote.
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Vice Mayor Davis: Yes
Councilman Harris: Yes
Councilman Ighodaro: Yes
Councilwoman Odom: Yes
Councilwoman Robinson: Yes
Councilman Williams: Yes
Mayor Gilbert: Yes
L-2) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, CO-DESIGNATING 7TH AVENUE
NORTH FROM 199TH STREET TO THE 826/PALMETTO AS
MARCUS AND AMY GARVEY BLVD.; PROVIDING FOR
DIRECTIONS TO THE CITY MANAGER; PROVIDING FOR THE
ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE. (SPONSORED BY COUNCILMAN
ERHABOR IGHODARO)
Councilman Ighodaro pulled this item to the January 9, 2013 City Council Meeting.
L-3) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, REQUESTING THAT THE STATE
OF FLORIDA CO-DESIGNATE 441 FROM NW 215TH STREET
TO THE 826/PALMETTO AS BARACK AND MICHELLE OBAMA
BLVD.; PROVIDING FOR DIRECTIONS TO THE CITY CLERK;
PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS;
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (SPONSORED BY THE
COUNCILMAN ERHABOR IGHODARO)
Councilman Ighodaro shared in doing his research he discovered this is not a novice idea.
There are cities all across Florida and the United States co-designating streets after President
Barack Obama. There is no street named after the President and First Lady anywhere in the
United States. He asked for the Council's support.
Motion offered by Councilman Ighodaro, seconded by Mayor Gilbert to adopt this item.
Councilman Williams asked how many designations are associated with 441 now.
Manager Crew in response to Councilman Williams' inquiry said there is NW 2nd
Avenue, SR 7 and 441.
Councilman Williams commented this road would now have four designations, if the city
passed this item.
Mayor Gilbert clarified this is just a recommendation to the Florida Legislatures.
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At the conclusion of this discussion, a motion was offered by Councilman Ighodaro,
seconded by Mayor Gilbert to adopt this item.
At the end of this discussion,the motion to adopt this item failed by a 5-2 vote.
Councilman Harris: No
Councilman Ighodaro: Yes
Councilwoman Odom: Yes
Councilwoman Robinson: Yes
Councilman Williams: No
Vice Mayor Davis: Yes
Mayor Gilbert: Yes
Mayor Gilbert stated that he did not want the Miami Herald to print that Miami Gardens
refused to name a road after President Barack Obama.
Councilman Williams stated that he did not have a problem with the name but did not
want a street that already has three designations.
Councilman Harris stated that this is the reason why he too voted no for the item.
Councilman Ighodaro said he was not set on a particular street. He asked whether the
item could be brought back with an acceptable alternative.
Councilman Williams said if the item is brought back with a street that does not already
have three designations; he will not have a problem.
RESOLUTION NO. 2012-200-1795
L-4) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY
MANAGER AND THE CITY ATTORNEY TO TAKE ANY AND
ALL STEPS NECESSARY TO TERMINATE THE DEVELOPER'S
AGREEMENT WITH RUDD-THE COMMONS, LLC AND TO
PROCEED WITH FORECLOSURE ON THAT CERTAIN PARCEL
OF LAND GENERALLY LOCATED ON THE WEST SIDE OF
N.W. 27TH AVENUE, JUST NORTH OF 207TH STREET, MORE
PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED ON EXHIBIT "A" ATTACHED
HERETO; PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF
REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
(SPONSORED BY THE CITY MANAGER)
Daniel Rosemond, Assistant City Manager/Community Development Director appeared
before the City Council and recounted, the council approved awarding funds to this particular
developer to construct senior housing. There was a developer's agreement with several
benchmarks and timelines. Those timelines have not been met. At this time, staff has asked that
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those funds be returned to the City. The developer has not complied with the city's request.
Motion offered by Councilman Williams, seconded by Vice Mayor Davis to adopt this
item.
Mayor Gilbert stated NSP3 dollars were used; there is a timeline on spending those
funds. This is not one of those things that can be delayed and negotiated for a long period of
time.
Mr. Rosemond said the expenditure deadline has already been met. The issue is the
delivery of the actual project. At this late date there is no way they will meet the delivery
deadline.
Mayor Gilbert asked how much money was involved.
Mr. Rosemond in response to Mayor Gilbert's inquiry said 1.15 Million.
Mayor Gilbert clarified that the funds will have to be spent in this particular geographical
area, and not all over the city.
There being no further discussion, the motion to adopt passed and carried by a unanimous
voice vote of the Council members.
RESOLUTION NO. 2012-201-1796
L-5) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING FEBRUARY AS
BLACK HISTORY MONTH; PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION
OF REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE
DATE. (SPONSORED BY COUNCILMAN ERHABOR
IGHODARO)
Motion offered by Mayor Gilbert, seconded by Vice Mayor Davis to adopt this item.
Councilman Ighodaro shared that in 2013, the City will celebrate a decade as an all
American city. He opined the 2013 theme for Black History Month is at a crossroads for
freedom and equality.
Councilwoman Odom shared that Black History Month celebration has been occurring in
the City of Miami Gardens since its incorporation. She shared that as a part of the City's 10`h
Year Anniversary events, a Black History Month event is included.
Councilman Ighodaro said he would like to yield to the 10`h Anniversary Planning
Committee and partner with them. The only concern is the essay component.
Councilwoman Odom shared information from the IWh Anniversary Planning Committee
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will be brought back to the Council as.well as the community in January.
There being no further discussion,the motion to adopt passed and carried by a unanimous
voice vote of the Council members.
(M) REPORTS OF CITY MANAGER/CITY ATTORNEY/CITY CLERK
Manager Crew announced the Topping Off Ceremony for the New City Hall Complex
will take place, Friday, December 14th at 11:30 a.m.
(1) REPORTS OF MAYOR AND COUNCIL MEMBERS
Councilman Williams said he was not having a good day because the first thing he saw
this morning was a bad police report. He expressed frustration with the television stations/news
media report incidents occurring in the wrong city. He said there has to be something the City
can do to educate the media with regard to the various jurisdictions, and to make sure they get it
right when they report a crime.
Councilwoman Robinson wished everyone a Merry Christmas.
Councilwoman Odom shared that a meeting was held regarding the city's 10a' Year
Anniversary where discussion took place regarding inviting the business community and wanted
to make sure citizens are aware that the city will be having this celebration.
Vice Mayor Davis further expounded and shared that all civic, homeowner associations
and crime watch groups will be contacted as well.
Councilman Harris wished everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. He
further commended Councilmen Ighodaro and Williams for sponsoring two very successful
events this past week.
Councilman Ighodaro shared that the 100 Women of Virtue Group will have mentors and
will be reaching out to our youth. He broached the subject of the crimes and the senseless acts of
taking someone's life in this community. He shared that he was looking to sponsor a resolution
that would send a message that taking someone's life would not be tolerated in this community.
He stated that he was very serious about this and would be initiating a taskforce. He said by the
end of March, a recommendation from the taskforce should be forthcoming. He further wished
everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
Mayor Gilbert shared there is a taskforce comprised of law enforcement officers from the
City of Miami Gardens, Opa-locka and North Miami Beach. A lot of the things that are being
done are not necessarily for Council action.
Councilwoman Robinson asked for clarification purposes if Councilman Ighodaro was
referring to a committee of the Council.
Mayor Gilbert clarified, the Mayor appoints Committees of the Council. Councilman
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Ighodaro was referring to something else.
Councilman Ighodaro clarified that he was not asking for the creation of a new
committee.
Vice Mayor Davis wished everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. She
further thanked the Council for their commitment to the residents. She announced that she will
be hosting a Toy-Give-Away "Gifts of Love Project", Saturday, December 15, 2012, starting at
10:45 a.m., at Cloverleaf Park, 303 NW 191" Street. The toys will be given out on first come
first serve basis.
N-1) Pro bono Arts Project
Mayor Gilbert shared that he was been meeting with Commissioner Jordan about
establishing a Miami Gardens Caribbean Afro Museum. The proposal involved trying to secure
the building that was the original Miami-Dade police station. A firm has volunteered to do the
lobbying and negotiating at Pro Bono. The Council needs to agree to actually allow this firm to
represent the City.
Attorney Dickens shared that the attorney involved has been an attorney for a long time
and is actually very involved with the arts. She encouraged the Council to move forward with
the acceptance of this pro bono service.
Motion offered by Mayor Gilbert, seconded by Councilwoman Robinson to accept the
pro bono services. There being no discussion, the motion passed and carried by a unanimous
voice vote.
N-2) Friends of Miami Gardens
Mayor Gilbert recounted the Council authorized staff to form the Friends of Miami
Gardens, which is a 501(c)3 corporation. This is the fundraising entity for the City of Miami
Gardens. He stated that it is imperative to make appointments to this Board.
Mayor Gilbert asked for a consensus on the Strategic Planning dates for either Thursday
and Friday, or Friday and Saturday. By a majority consensus, Friday and Saturday were
selected as the best days for the Strategic Planning Session.
Mayor Gilbert wished everyone a Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, Happy Kwanza
and a very safe and Happy New Year.
(0) WRITTEN REQUESTS, PETITIONS & OTHER WRITTEN
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE PUBLIC
None
(P) ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before this Body, and upon a motion be duly
made, the meeting adjourned at 9:15 p.m.
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CITY COUNCIL MINUTES - DECEMBER 12, 2012
Attest:
Oliver Gilbert, Mayor
' RAnetta Taylor, M C, City Clerk
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