HomeMy WebLinkAbout04.12.2017 City Council Minutes CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
APRIL 12, 2017
(A) CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL:
The City Council for the City of Miami Gardens, Florida, met in regular session,
Wednesday, April 12, 2017, beginning at 7:00 PM, in the City Council Chambers, 18605 NW
27`h Avenue, Miami Gardens, Florida.
The following members of the City Council were present: Mayor Oliver Gilbert, Vice
Mayor Erhabor Ighodaro and Council Members: Felicia Robinson. Rodney Harris, Lillie Q.
Odom and David Williams Jr. Councilwoman Davis was not present due to family emergency.
Motion offered by Mayor Gilbert, seconded by Councilwoman Robinson to excuse the
absence of Councilwoman Davis.
There being no discussion, the motion to excuse Councilwoman Davis' absence passed
and carried by a unanimous voice vote of the Council members present.
Also in attendance were: City Manager Cameron D. Benson, 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:
D-1) Regular City Council Minutes—March 22, 2017
Motion offered by Councilman Williams, seconded by Councilman Harris to approve the
minutes with necessary corrections, if any.
There being no discussion this motion passed and carried by a unanimous vote of the
Council members present.
(E) ORDER OF BUSINESS (Items to be pulled from Consent Agenda at this time)
Manager Benson removed Item K-19, from the official agenda.
Councilman Williams pulled Item K-17, from the Consent Agenda, and removed Item
F-1, from the official agenda.
The following items were added to the official agenda as Items K-19-21, and are
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reflected in that respective order:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MIAMI
GARDENS, FLORIDA, EXPRESSING THE CITY OF MIAMI
GARDENS' DESIRE TO TRANSFER CONTROL OF THE SPECIAL
LIGHTING TAXING DISTRICTS OUTLINED ON EXHIBIT "A"
ATTACHED HERETO FROM MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, TO THE
CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS; PROVIDING FOR INSTRUCTIONS TO
THE CITY CLERK; PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF
REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
(SPONSORED BY MAYOR OLIVER GILBERT)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MIAMI
GARDENS, FLORIDA, SUPPORTING THE CREATION OF A MIAMI
GARDENS SENIOR HOME REHABILITATION PROGRAM;
AUTHORIZING AN EXPENDITURE OF ONE HUNDRED
THOUSAND DOLLARS ($100,000.00) IN THE FISCAL YEAR 2017-
2018 BUDGET; PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF
REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
(SPONSORED BY MAYOR OLIVER GILBERT)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MIAMI
GARDENS, FLORIDA, SUPPORTING PEACE OVER VIOLENCE
AND ITS DENIM DAY CAMPAIGN; PROVIDING FOR THE
ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE. (SPONSORED BY COUNCILWOMAN LISA C.
DAVIS)
The following item was added to the official agenda as Item L-1, and is reflected in that
respective order:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MIAMI
GARDENS, FLORIDA, DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO
ISSUE A FORMAL SOLICITATION FOR OPERATIONAL BANKING
SERVICES; PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF
REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
(SPONSORED BY MAYOR OLIVER GILBERT)
Motion offered by Councilwoman Robinson, seconded by Councilmen Harris and
Williams to adopt the Official Agenda,with the necessary additions/amendments.
There being no discussion, the, motion to adopt passed and carried by a unanimous voice
vote of the members present.
(F) SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS (5 minutes each)
F 1) C=eaaeih%m David Williams in, Seienee and Engineering Fair-Aeknewledgemews
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(G) PUBLIC COMMENTS :
Janiah Wilson, granddaughter of Ms. Flora Johnson, appeared before the City Council to
voiced her concern about the lack of"kids activities" in the community. She requested that the
Council look into this matter as soon as possible.
(H) ORDINANCE(S) FOR FIRST READING:
None
(I) ORDINANCE(S) FOR SECOND READING/PUBLIC HEARING(S)
ORDINANCE NO.2017-04-368
I-1) AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 28,
ARTICLE VI, SECTION 28-295 (STANDARDS FOR
MAINTENANCE OF VACANT STRUCTURES) OF THE CODE OF
ORDINANCES; 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 COUNCILMAN DAVID
WILLIAMS JR.)(11t Reading—March 22,2017)
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 Councilman Williams, seconded by Councilman Harris to adopt this
item.
There being no discussion,the motion to adopt passed and carried by a 6-0 vote.
Councilwoman Davis: Not present
Councilman Harris: Yes
Vice Mayor Ighodaro: Yes
Councilwoman Odom: Yes
Councilwoman Robinson: Yes
Councilman Williams: Yes
Mayor Gilbert: Yes
(J) RESOLUTION(S)/PUBLIC HEARING(S)
None
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(I) CONSENT AGENDA:
RESOLUTION NO.2017-56-3161
K-1) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, URGING THE FLORIDA
LEGISLATURE TO ENACT SENATE BILL 276, HOUSE BILL 275
OR SIMILAR LEGISLATION THAT WOULD CREATE A STATE
WORK OPPORTUNITY TAX CREDIT TO PROVIDE AN
ADDITIONAL CREDIT AGAINST THE CORPORATE INCOME
TAX FOR BUSINESSES THAT HIRE CERTAIN PERSONS
CONVICTED OF A FELONY; 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.2017-57-3162
K-2) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI GARDENS,FLORIDA, SUPPORTING AMENDMENTS TO
THE FLORIDA'S CONDOMINIUM ACT, CONSISTENT WITH
THE RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY
GRAND JURY; PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF
REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
(SPONSORED BY COUNCILWOMAN LISA DAVIS)
RESOLUTION NO.2017-58-3163
K-3) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA AUTHORIZING THE CITY
MANAGER TO EXECUTE AN AMENDMENT TO THE SUB-
RECIPIENT AGREEMENT WITH HARVEST FIRE WORSHIP
CENTER,INC.,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. 2017-59-3164
K-4) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA AUTHORIZING THE CITY
MANAGER TO EXECUTE AN AMENDMENT TO THE SUB-
RECIPIENT AGREEMENT WITH MOUNT HERMON
COMMUNITY ECONOMIC & HOUSING DEVELOPMENT
CORPORATION, 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)
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RESOLUTION NO.2017-60-3165
K-5) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE ONE-YEAR
RENEWAL OF THAT CERTAIN AGREEMENT WITH ACAI
ASSOCIATES, INC., FOR ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN,
ELECTRICAL, MECHANICAL, AND STRUCTURAL
ENGINEERING SERVICES; PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION
OF REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE
DATE. (SPONSORED BY THE CITY MANAGER)
RESOLUTION NO.2017-61-3166
K-6) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE ONE-YEAR
RENEWAL OF THAT CERTAIN AGREEMENT WITH
BERMELLO AJAMIL & PARTNERS, INC., FOR
ARCHITECTURAL, LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURAL, AND
CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING SERVICES; PROVIDING FOR
THE ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE. (SPONSORED BY THE CITY MANAGER)
RESOLUTION NO.2017-62-3167
K-7) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE ONE-YEAR
RENEWAL OF THAT CERTAIN AGREEMENT WITH CALVIN
GIORDANO & ASSOCIATES, INC., FOR CIVIL ENGINEERING,
LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURAL, CONSTRUCTION
ENGINEERING, PLANNING SURVEY, TRAFFIC
ENGINEERING, AND OTHER ENGINEERING SERVICES;
PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS;
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (SPONSORED BY THE
CITY MANAGER)
RESOLUTION NO.2017-63-3168
K-8) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE ONE-YEAR
RENEWAL OF THAT CERTAIN AGREEMENT WITH CHEN
MOORE & ASSOCIATES, INC., FOR GIS SERVICES;
PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS;
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (SPONSORED BY THE
CITY MANAGER)
RESOLUTION NO.2017-64-3169
K-9) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE ONE-YEAR
RENEWAL OF THAT CERTAIN AGREEMENT WITH CPZ
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ARCHITECTS, INC., FOR ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES;
PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS;
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (SPONSORED BY THE
CITY MANAGER) FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (SPONSORED
BY THE CITY MANAGER)
RESOLUTION NO.2017-65-3170
K-10)A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE ONE-YEAR
RENEWAL OF THAT CERTAIN AGREEMENT WITH CRAVEN
THOMPSON & ASSOCIATES, INC., FOR CIVIL ENGINEERING,
GIS, AND SURVEY SERVICES; PROVIDING FOR THE
ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE. (SPONSORED BY THE CITY MANAGER)
RESOLUTION NO.2017-66-3171
K-11) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE ONE-YEAR
RENEWAL OF THAT CERTAIN AGREEMENT WITH CSA
CENTRAL, INC., FOR ENGINEERING SERVICES; PROVIDING
FOR THE ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING
FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (SPONSORED BY THE CITY
MANAGER)
RESOLUTION NO.2017-67-3172
K-12) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE ONE-YEAR
RENEWAL OF THAT CERTAIN AGREEMENT WITH KEITH
AND SCHNARS, P.A., FOR PLANNING SERVICES; PROVIDING
FOR THE ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING
FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (SPONSORED BY THE CITY
MANAGER)
RESOLUTION NO.2017-68-3173
K-13) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE ONE-YEAR
RENEWAL OF THAT CERTAIN AGREEMENT WITH KIMLEY-
HORN & ASSOCIATES, INC., FOR CIVIL AND TRAFFIC
ENGINEERING SERVICES; PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION
OF REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE
DATE. (SPONSORED BY THE CITY MANAGER)
RESOLUTION NO.2017-69-3174
K-14) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE ONE-YEAR
RENEWAL OF THAT CERTAIN AGREEMENT WITH SGM
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ENGINEERING, INC., FOR ELECTRICAL AND MECHANICAL
ENGINEERING SERVICES; PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION
OF REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE
DATE. (SPONSORED BY THE CITY MANAGER)
RESOLUTION NO.2017-70-3175
K-15) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE ONE-YEAR
RENEWAL OF THAT CERTAIN AGREEMENT WITH TRC, LLC,
FOR STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING SERVICES; PROVIDING
FOR THE ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING
FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (SPONSORED BY THE CITY
MANAGER)
RESOLUTION NO.2017-71-3176
K-16) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE
OF VEHICLE EQUIPMENT FROM DANA SUPPLY, INC., LESC,
INC. DB/A/ LAW ENFORCEMENT SUPPLY, AND SIGNAL
TECHNOLOGY ENTERPRISES BY RELYING UPON CITY OF
NIIAMI INVITATION TO BID NO. 516388(21), NOT TO EXCEED
ALLOCATED ANNUAL BUDGET AMOUNT; PROVIDING FOR
THE ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE. (SPONSORED BY THE CITY MANAGER)
RESOLUTION NO.2017-73-3178
K-18) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING A ONE YEAR
RENEWAL OF THAT CERTAIN AGREEMENT FOR VENDING
SERVICES WITH MH MANAGEMENT, INC.; PROVIDING FOR
THE ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE. (SPONSORED BY THE CITY MANAGER)
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RESOLUTION NO.2017-74-3179
K-19)A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, EXPRESSING THE CITY OF
MIAMI GARDENS' DESIRE TO TRANSFER CONTROL OF THE
SPECIAL LIGHTING TAXING DISTRICTS OUTLINED ON
EXHIBIT "A" ATTACHED HERETO FROM MIAMI-DADE
COUNTY, TO THE CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS; 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.2017-75-3180
K-20) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, SUPPORTING THE CREATION
OF A MIAMI GARDENS SENIOR HOME REHABILITATION
PROGRAM; AUTHORIZING AN EXPENDITURE OF ONE
HUNDRED THOUSAND DOLLARS ($100,000.00) IN THE FISCAL
YEAR 2017-2018 BUDGET; PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION
OF REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE
DATE. (SPONSORED BY MAYOR OLIVER GILBERT)
RESOLUTION NO.2017-77-3182
K-21) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, SUPPORTING PEACE OVER
VIOLENCE AND ITS DENIM DAY CAMPAIGN; PROVIDING
FOR THE ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING
FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (SPONSORED BY
COUNCILWOMAN LISA C. DAVIS)
Motion offered by Councilman Harris, seconded by Councilman Williams 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)
RESOLUTION NO.2017-72-3177
K-17) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, AWARDING A BID TO D.
STEPHENSON CONSTRUCTION, INC. IN RESPONSE TO RFP
NO. 16-17-004 FOR CONSTRUCTION SERVICES FOR RISCO
PARK; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO NEGOTIATE
AND EXECUTE A CONTRACT FOR THIS PURPOSE;
PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS;
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PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (SPONSORED BY THE
CITY MANAGER)
Motion offered by Mayor Gilbert, seconded by Councilman Harris to adopt this item.
Councilman Williams questioned the experience of the developer as it related to building
science labs. He asked whether the computer lab is a "true science lab" or a computer lab
converted to science. He further asked the other amenities available at this location as it relates
to science.
City Manager Benson in response to CouncilmanWilliams' inquiry shared the proposal
is for a contract with D. Stephenson for construction services. Mr. Stephenson's role will be to
build the facility; construct it and put it in place. The role of the "potential" turn-key operator
will be responsibility for the STEM program. He also shared that the school board has
committed to pay for teachers to be at the facility.
Councilman Williams shared that he had previously spoken to Assistant City Manager
Clay about other things that should be included. He asked that Assistant City Manager Clay
provide an update to the public on those items.
Mayor Gilbert then questioned Councilman Williams about the "other things" he was
referring to.
Councilman Williams in response to Mayor Gilbert's inquiry shared that they were
looking at utilizing the water from the canal and building a greenhouse, which he opined was a
great idea.
City Manager Benson advised that the additional items came from some of the
suggestions Councilman Williams had made in the past. He said there would be a greenhouse, as
well as an opportunity for audio/visual and performing arts. The STEM program and other
ecological things will be available either inside or outside of the facility.
Mayor Gilbert suggested that Councilman Williams meet with the contractor as they
develop the facility to talk about his ideas.
Councilman Williams inquired whether the contractor in fact developed the science
building at Florida Memorial.
Mayor Gilbert and City Manager Benson both responded, "Yes".
At the conclusion of this discussion, the motion to adopt passed and carried by a
unanimous vote of the Council members present.
RESOLUTION NO.2017-76-3181
L-1) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, DIRECTING THE CITY
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