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HomeMy WebLinkAbout07.24.2019 CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES JULY 249 2019 (A) CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL The City Council Members for the City of Miami Gardens, Florida, met, Wednesday, July 24, 2019, beginning at 7:00 p.m., 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 Harris, and City Council Members: Lillie Q. Odom, Reggie Leon, Katrina Wilson, Erhabor Ighodaro and David Williams Jr. Also in attendance were: City Manager Cameron Benson, Assistant City Attorney Michele Samaroo and Deputy City Clerk LaShara Bostic. (B) INVOCATION Invocation was delivered by Mayor Gilbert. (C) PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Recited in unison (D) MINUTES D-1) Regular City Council Meeting Draft Minutes—July 10,2019 The minutes were withdrawn by Deputy City Clerk LaShara Bostic. (E) ORDER OF BUSINESS The following Items were added to the consent agenda. K-13 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, SUPPORTING COUNCILWOMAN LILLIE Q. ODOM'S ANNUAL ELDER FINANCIAL ABUSE AWARENESS SYMPOSIUM; AUTHORIZING A SPONSORSHIP OF THE EVENT IN THE AMOUNT OF ONE THOUSAND DOLLARS ($1,000.00) FROM THE CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL EVENTS ACCOUNT; PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. K-14 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, SUPPORTING COUNCILWOMAN LILLIE Q. ODOM'S COMMUNITY DAY ANNUAL BOOK BAG GIVEAWAY; AUTHORIZING A SPONSORSHIP OF THE EVENT IN THE AMOUNT OF THREE THOUSAND DOLLARS ($3,000.00) FROM THE CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL EVENTS ACCOUNT; PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Mayor Gilbert deferred Item M-1 to September 11, 2019; the Item was moved for discussion under the Mayor's reports. A motion offered by Councilman Williams Jr., seconded by Vice Mayor Harris, to defer Item M-1 to September 11, 2019 passed and carried by a unanimous voice vote of all members present. City Manager Benson withdrew Item K-6 from the Agenda. A motion offered by Vice Mayor Harris, seconded by Councilman Williams Jr., to approve the Agenda as amended passed and carried by a unanimous voice vote of all members present. (F) SPECIAL PRESENTATION None (G) PUBLIC COMMENTS Sharon Frazier-Stephens, 145 NE 193`d Street, Miami FL appeared before City Council as the Chairwoman for the Miami Gardens/Opa-Locka CAC (Citizens Advisory Committee) which is under the umbrella of the Miami-Dade County. Mrs. Frazier-Stephens requested the City Council select and get the Education Compact Committee up and running. Francis Ragoo, 889 NW 214th Street, appeared before City Council asking for the City to reconsider the code compliance policy and how it is enforced. Additional comments were offered in support of the partnership with Florida Memorial University. He inquired about the funding source of that will support the partnership. Additional comments were made thanking the City Manager for supporting the neighborhood watch groups. Vanessa Wilcox, 2000 NW 186th Street, appeared before City Council stating senior citizens should be a priority within the City of Miami Gardens. She inquired about gentrification and the reality of those who are benefiting. Ms. Wilcox commented that the community is changing but people of color are not being represented in this change. Maxine W. Frederick, 1645 NW 188th Ten., appeared before City Council inquiring about the implementation of cameras on main corridors within the City. Additional comments were offered reference the reduction of burglaries on home that have security cameras. It was also stated that prayer be a part of all City functions at City Hall. 2 1 P a g e Glenford Dawson, 3115 NW 196'' Street, appeared before City Council addressing concerns about the drainage problems in his neighborhood. Denise Dixon, 3148 NW 1961' Street, Miami Gardens, FL., appeared before City Council to clarify the concerns raised by Mr. Dawson. Additional comments were mentioned about all the potholes in the community and the damage to the roadways. Kevin Juste, 601 NW 1951' Ten., appeared before City Council addressing the issue of the amount of cars that come through the neighborhood speeding and doing doughnuts in the intersection. He's willing to get the neighbors to sign a petition so that something can be put up in order to deter people from that area. Mayor Gilbert advised that the City will work proactively with the Police Department and Tom, Director of Public Works,to possibly get a round-a-bout in that area. Chanel Culbreath-Williams, 2912 NW 19511 Lane, appeared before City Council addressing the drainage and potholes in her neighborhood. She also asked that speed bumps, signs and additional lighting be placed in her area. Carol Lawrence, 831 NW 20711 Street, appeared before City Council on behalf of the Commission for Women to present the annual report. New membership orientation was held and conducted by City Clerk Bataille. Current membership is at nine (9) members, the full board will consist of thirteen(13) members. (H) ORDINANCE(S) FOR FIRST READING: None (I) ORDINANCE(S) FOR SECOND READING/PUBLIC HEARING(S) ORDINANCE NO. 2019-008-410 I-1) AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 2 - ADMINISTRATION, ARTICLE III. - BOARDS, COMMITTEES, COMMISSIONS, OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES BY CREATING A HISTORIC ADVISORY COMMITTEE (HAC); PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS; REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT; PROVIDING FOR A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (SPONSORED BY COUNCILWOMAN LILLIE Q. ODOM) (Approved on first reading—June 26,2019) Mayor Gilbert open public hearing on this Item. Mayor Gilbert closed public hearing on this Item. A motion offered by Vice Mayor Harris, seconded by Councilman Williams, to approve the Item on second reading passed by a 7-0 Roll Call Vote: 3 1 P a g e Councilwoman Odom: Yes Councilwoman Wilson: Yes Councilman Ighodaro: Yes Councilman Leon: Yes Councilman Williams: Yes Vice Mayor Harris: Yes Mayor Gilbert: Yes ORDINANCE NO. 2019-009-411 I-2) AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA GRANTING TO PEOPLES GAS SYSTEM (TECO) COMPANY, ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS, A NONEXCLUSIVE GAS FRANCHISE, IMPOSING PROVISIONS AND CONDITIONS RELATING THERETO; PROVIDING FOR MONTHLY PAYMENT OF A FRANCHISE FEE TO THE CITY; PROVIDING FOR ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS; REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT; PROVIDING ASEVERABILITY CLAUSE; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (SPONSORED BY THE CITY MANAGER) (Approved on first Reading — July 10,2019) Mayor Gilbertopen public hearing on this Item. Pat Wright, 1221 NW 179th Street, raised concerns about Item I-2. Inquired if TECO would be implemented through the entire City and the possibility of cost adjustments and increases. Additionally, she inquired about the 30-year contract and its effect on the City's residence. In response, Deputy City Manager Clay stated, there will be no changes for residence who have City Gas as a provider. He also reiterated that this franchise agreement was a non-exclusive agreement. Additional comments were made explaining the advantages of the franchise agreement for having a franchise agreement for an extended length of time. He also advised that TECO Gas will on be in laying pipes in areas where they will be providing services Mayor Gilbert closed public hearing on this Item. A motion offered by rice Mayor Harris, seconded by Councilwoman Odom, to approve the Item on second reading. There being no further discussion the motion to approve the Item on second reading passed and carried by a voice vote of 7-0: Councilwoman Wilson: Yes Councilman Ighodaro: Yes Councilman Leon: Yes Councilman Williams: Yes Councilwoman Odom: Yes Vice Mayor Harris: Yes 4 1 P a g e Mayor Gilbert: Yes (J) RESOLUTION(S)/PUBLIC HEARING(S) RESOLUTION NO. 2019-159-3288 J-1) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, ALLOCATING FISCAL YEAR 2019-2020 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT ("CDBG") PUBLIC SERVICE FUNDS; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER AND THE CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AND ATTEST RESPECTIVELY, SUBRECIPIENT AGREEMENTS FOR THIS PURPOSE IN SUBSTANTIAL FORM AS THAT AGREEMENT, 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) Mayor Gilbert open public hearing on this Item. Mayor Gilbert closed public hearing on this Item. A motion offered by Councilman Williams Jr., seconded by Councilwoman Odom, to discuss the Item passed and carried by a voice vote of all members present. Councilwoman Odom inquired if the number of residence serviced by Sunshine For All were known. Additionally, Councilwoman Odom inquired if anyone confirmed that those being serviced are actually City of Miami Gardens residents. In response, Deputy City Manager Clay stated Sunshine For All services approximately 50-54 clients. Additional comments were offered advising there is a confirmation process in place that ensure those being serviced are in fact City of Miami Gardens residence. Councilman Ighodaro inquired about a waiting list for the program. In response, Deputy City Manager Clay stated the waiting list was provided to the North Miami Foundation and they have started providing services to individuals on that waiting list. Councilman Williams, Jr inquired if the ranking sheet can be print in a larger font in the future. There being no further discussion the motion to approve the Item passed and carried by a unanimous voice vote of all members present. (I) CONSENT AGENDA: RESOLUTION NO. 2019-160-3289 K-1) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING A COMPLETE COUNT CENSUS 5 1 P a g e CAMPAIGN; DESIGNATING THE OFFICE OF CIVIC ENGAGEMEN TO COORDINATE THE CITY'S VOLUNTEER EFFORTS; AN AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENGAGE A PUBLI RELATIONS CONSULTING FIRM IN THE PROVISION OF PROFESSIONAL SERVICES RELATED TO THE CITY'S "COMPLETE COUNT" CAMPAIGN FOR THE 2020 US CENSUS; PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (SPONSORED BY MAYOR OLIVER GILBERT) RESOLUTION NO. 2019-161-3290 K-2) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, ALLOCATING FUNDS FROM MAYOR OLIVER GILBERT'S SPECIAL EVENTS ACCOUNT IN THE AMOUNT OF TWO THOUSAND FIVE HUNDRED DOLLAR ($2,500.00), TO SUPPORT THE CAROL CITY MIDDLE SCHOOL'S MUSIC AND DANCE PROGRAM; PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (SPONSORED BY MAYOR OLIVER GILBERT) RESOLUTION NO. 2019-162-3291 K-3) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, ALLOCATING THE SUM OF THREE THOUSAND FIVE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($3,500.00) FROM COUNCILWOMAN WILSON'S PUBLIC AFFAIRS ACCOUNT TO SUPPORT VARIOUS ANNUAL EVENTS, MONTHLY MEETINGS, AND SPECIAL PROGRAMS DURING FY 2018-2019; PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (SPONSORED BY COUNCILWOMAN KATRINA WILSON) RESOLUTION NO. 2019-163-3292 K-4) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, ALLOCATING FUNDS FROM COUNCILMAN WILSON'S PUBLIC AFFAIRS ACCOUNT IN THE AMOUNT OF THREE THOUSAND FIVE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($3,500.00), TO THE ANNUAL EDUCATIONAL PARTNERSHIP INITIATIVE; PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (SPONSORED BY COUNCILWOMAN KATRINA WILSON) RESOLUTION NO. 2019-164-3293 K-5) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, ALLOCATING FUNDS FROM COUNCILMAN LEON'S PUBLIC AFFAIRS ACCOUNT IN THE AMOUNT OF TWO THOUSAND DOLLARS ($2,000.00), TO SUPPORT THE B. LEE'S 5TH ANNUAL BACK TO SCHOOL DRIVE; PROVIDING FOR THE 6 1 P a g e ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (SPONSORED BY COUNCILMAN REGGIE LEON) RESOLUTION NO. 2019-166-3295 K-7) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING A ONE-YEAR RENEWAL OF THE AGREEMENT WITH H&J ASPHALT, INC, PURSUANT TO INVITATION TO BID (ITB) 16-17-033, FOR ASPHALT ROADWAY RESURFACING; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ISSUE PURCHASE ORDERS ON AN AS- NEEDED BASIS NOT TO EXCEED THE ALLOCATED BUDGET; PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (SPONSORED BY THE CITY MANAGER) RESOLTUION NO. 2019-167-3296 K-8) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING A TWO- YEAR RENEWAL OF THE AGREEMENT WITH WITT O'BRIEN'S, LLC, PURSUANT TO REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP) NUMBER 15-16-038, FOR DISASTER DEBRIS MONITORING SERVICES; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ISSUE PURCHASE ORDERS ON AN AS-NEEDED BASIS; PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (SPONSORED BY THE CITY MANAGER) RESOLUTION NO. 2019-158-3287 K-9) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, AMENDING RESOLUTION 2019-111-3240 BY ADDING A PLEDGE TO MATCH DOLLAR-FOR- DOLLAR THE CULTURE BUILDS FLORIDA GRANT UP TO ONE MILLION FIVE HUNDRED THOUSAND DOLLARS ($1,500,000.00) WITHIN NINETY(90) DAYS OF THE GRANT AWARD; PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (SPONSORED BY THE CITY MANAGER) RESOLUTION NO. 2019-168-3297 K-10) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, ACCEPTING A TWO THOUSAND FIVE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($2,500.00) MATCHING FUND AWARD FROM THE NATIONAL POLICE DOG FOUNDATION; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE ANY AND ALL DOCUMENTS RELATED TO THE ACCEPTANCE OF THIS AWARD; PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATION; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (SPONSORED BY THE CITY MANAGER) 7 1 P a g e RESOLUTION NO. 2019-169-3298 K-11) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, AWARDING INVITATION TO BID (ITB) 18-19- 011, TO THE STOUT GROUP, LLC, FOR THE 203rd STREET OUTFALL MODIFICATION PROJECT; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO NEGOTIATE AND EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH THE STOUT GROUP, LLC AND DO ALL THAT IS NECESSARY TO ACCEPT STATE OF FLORIDA FUNDING FOR SAID PROJECT; PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (SPONSORED BY THE CITY MANAGER) RESOLUTION NO. 2019-170-3299 K-12) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, INCREASING COMPENSATION FOR SPECIAL MASTERS AND LOCAL HEARING OFFICERS FROM ONE-HUNDRED DOLLARS TO ($100.00) TO ONE- HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS ($150.00) PER HOUR, NOT TO EXCEED FIVE-HUNDRED DOLLARS ($500.00) ON ANY GIVEN HEARING DATE; PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (SPONSORED BY THE CITY ATTORNEY AND CITY CLERK) RESOLUTION NO. 2019-195-3324 K-13) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, SUPPORTING COUNCILWOMAN LILLIE Q. ODOM'S ANNUAL ELDER FINANCIAL ABUSE AWARENESS SYMPOSIUM; AUTHORIZING A SPONSORSHIP OF THE EVENT IN THE AMOUNT OF ONE THOUSAND DOLLARS ($1,000.00) FROM THE CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL EVENTS ACCOUNT; PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. ' RESOLUTION NO. 2019-196-3325 K-14) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, SUPPORTING COUNCILWOMAN LILLIE Q. ODOM'S COMMUNITY DAY ANNUAL BOOK BAG GIVEAWAY; AUTHORIZING A SPONSORSHIP OF THE EVENT IN THE AMOUNT OF THREE THOUSAND DOLLARS ($3,000.00) FROM THE CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL EVENTS ACCOUNT; PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. A motion made by Councilwoman Odom, seconded by Councilman Williams, Jr to approve the consent agenda passed and carried kv a unanimous voice vote of all members present. (L) RESOLUTION(S) 8 1 P a g e RESOLUTION NO.2019-171-3300 L-1) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, ADOPTING A PROPOSED MILLAGE RATE TO BE LEVIED FOR FISCAL YEAR 2019-2020 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 CITY MANAGER; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (SPONSORED BY THE CITY MANAGER) City Manager Benson stated that a millage rate was not being proposed but recommended to continue with the current millage rate. A motion offered by Councilman Williams, Jr, seconded by Vice Mayor Harris to approve the Item passed and carried by a unanimous voice vote of all members present. Mayor Gilbert offered a statement that his follow-up comments don't have a direct effect on the proposed millage rate but there will be an Item in the proposed budget that will dedicate prosecutor and investigator to expedite warrants from the state attorney's office. The Item will encompass a budget estimated at one hundred and fifty thousand ($150,000). There being no further discussion the motion to approve the Item passed and carried by a unanimous voice vote of all members present. RESOLUTION NO.2019-165-3294 L-2) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO CONDUCT A FEASIBLITY STUDY ON THE CONSTRUCTION OF A MUNICIPAL WATER PARK AS PART OF THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND AT EITHER MYRTLE GROVE PARK POOL OR BRENTWOOD POOL; PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (SPONSORED BY COUNCILWOMAN KATRINA WILSON) Councilwoman Wilson spoke in support of the Item. Stating the primary concerns of Seat 4 is an Olympic size pool for swimming, diving and training. She stated there are a couple municipal pools with an aquatic center and they equal a revenue generator. That in about 3 years, they start to pay for the city. She also stated she believes the feasibility study should be done in partnership with the YMCA, Red Cross and other swim organizations. She's asking that this be done without having to shift any monies. Councilwoman Wilson asked for four (4) things to be of main concern during the study: cost, the threading of partnerships, residents needs/wants are addressed and the two (2)universities within the City share in the cost and use of the aquatic center. 9 1 P a g e A motion offered by Councilwoman Wilson, seconded by Councilman Ighodaro to discuss the Item passed and carried by a unanimous voice vote of all members present. Councilman Ighodaro offered comments in support of the feasibility study. Councilman Williams asked about the fiscal impact in completing the feasibility study. City Manager Benson stated an analysis of the study would be completed if the Item is passed by City Council. Councilman Williams stated he has no direction to approve the study. In response, City Manager Benson advised the study would not exceed his authority of$50,000. Councilwoman Odom stated there should be a study conducted of the citizen's interested in a pool and aquatic center. In response, City Manager Benson assured that that will be a part of the study. Mayor Gilbert commented that the preliminary report should not be conducted at the manger's $50,000 spending threshold and that usually an aquatic center is not practical. Councilwoman Wilson stated that the comprehensive study should either put the subject to rest or explore options that will provide the residence what they want. Councilman Leon stated maybe the focus should be on Myrtle Grove versus Brentwood because it is a larger space. In response, Councilwoman Wilson stated one should be made the aquatic center and the other park for sports and all other activities. Councilwoman Odom offered comments that the conversation on the dais suggest there aren't water parks currently in the areas. Councilman Williams stated he is not in favor of spending fifty thousand($50,000) on a study, if there are other viable options. Vice Mayor Harris asked if it would be possible to come back with a dollar amount for the study. City Manager Benson stated that in September, he will bring back the estimate on what the study will cost. In response, Mayor Gilbert stated if it will be more than twenty thousand dollars $20,000, to come back before City Council. Who and how to approach potential partnerships will be a part of feasibility study. 1011' age Councilwoman Odom inquired about St. Thomas University having a new aquatic facility. Councilman Ighodaro commented the President of Florida Memorial expressed an interest in an aquatic center on the University's campus. There being no further discussion the motion to approve the Item passed and carried by a unanimous voice vote of all members present. City Manager Benson asked for clarity of the motion to reflect a feasibility study in excess of twenty thousand dollars ($20,000) shall be brought before City Council for approval. QUASI-JUDICIAL ZONING HEARINGS/JENNINGS DISCLOSURE: Deputy City Clerk Bostic administered the oath of truthfulness to all parties interested in providing testimony to any quasi-judicial zoning hearings. (NI) ORDINANCES ON FOR FIRST READING/PUBLIC HEARING(S): None (N) ORDINANCES ON FOR SECOND READING/PUBLIC HEARING(S): ORDINANCE NO. 2019-010-412 N-1) AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, AMENDING ARTICLE IX — "GENERALIZED SCHEDULE OF PERMITTED USES, USES PERMITTED WITH EXTRA REQUIREMENTS, SPECIAL EXCEPTION USES AND PROHIBITED USES", ARTICLE XII — "OFF-STREET PARKING, LOADING AND VEHICULAR CIRCULATION REQUIREMENTS," ARTICLE X — "ACCESSORY USES AND STRUCTURES," ARTICLE XIX "DEFINITIONS AND RULES OF CONSTRUCTION OF THE CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE; 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) Nakeischea Smith, Planning & Zoning Director, provided an overview of the Item and recommended the City Council approve the Item. Mayor Gilbert opened public hearing on this Item. Mayor Gilbert closed public hearing on this Item. 111Page A motion offered by Councilman Williams Jr, seconded by Councilwoman Odom, to approve the Item on second reading passed by a 7-0 Roll Call Vote: Councilwoman Odom: Yes Councilwoman Wilson: Yes Councilman Ighodaro: Yes Councilman Leon: Yes Councilman Williams: Yes Vice Mayor Harris: Yes Mayor Gilbert: Yes (0) RESOLUTION(S)/PUBLIC HEARING (S): None (P) REPORTS OF CITY MANAGER/CITY ATTORNEY/CITY CLERK (3 MINUTES EACH) None (Q) REPORTS OF MAYOR AND COUNCIL MEMBERS (3 MINUTES EACH) Q-1) DISCUSSION ON THE OPERATION OF MEDICAL MARIJUANA TREATMENT CENTER DISPENSING FACILITIES (SPONSORED BY MAYOR OLIVER GILBERT) Mayor Gilbert introduced Item Q-1 that was withdrawn from the agenda. Mayor Gilbert explained that the law allows for discussion to gauge the Councils temperature on the dais. Mayor Gilbert explain the operation of dispensing facilities are prohibited until Council votes to pass the Item. Additional comments were offered by Mayor Gilbert acknowledging the stigma that surrounds the use of marijuana, he also acknowledged the population that benefits from medicinal use due to the severity and chronic pain suffered by these individuals. Mayor Gilbert expressed his initial hesitation due to the industry being unregulated, now there are more safeguards in place. Mayor Gilbert reiterated to his colleagues his posture on allowing more time to gather additional information about the Item. The Item will be presented at the September 11, 2019 City Council meeting. Councilman Williams Jr, asked for more time to review and digest the details of the Item. Additional comments were made by Councilman Williams, Jr in reference to safeguards and the safety of distribution. Councilman Ighodaro reflected on his Senior Movie event where he took seniors of the community to see The Lion King. He thanked Legislative Analysts Kevin Brown and Donntay Cooper for their work in making the event successful. He informed the residents on the Read to Lead program at Robert B. Ingraham Elementary School, where students read books, get tutored and go on a trip. 121Page Councilman Williams thanked Parks&Recreation and the Police Department for a job well done on Miracle in the Gardens. He also thanked the guest speaker and announced he will try again tomorrow, Thursday, July 25th on the bird/hawk release initiative at 12pm at Botanical Garden. Vice Mayor Harris reminded everyone that Saturday, July 27th there will Community Clean Up around the City. Councilwoman Odom announced her Annual Community Day and Book bag Giveaway. She also announced EFAAS on Wednesday, August 14th from l Dam-1 pm. She encouraged residents to bring an elderly resident out to participate. She stated there are a lot of elderly residents being abused financially, so she's bringing experts and attorneys to provide information on how to safeguard their information. She also wished Councilman Leon a Happy Birthday. Councilwoman Wilson thanked the community for a wonderful time at Miracle in the Gardens and stated that she is looking forward to what it will become. She also offered comments on what a pleasure it has been to work with some of the women in the City. Mayor Gilbert introduced Petula Burke, Director of Civic Engagement and Nisha Cunningham, Legislative Aide to the Mayor and welcomed them both to the City. Mayor Gilbert offered additional comments advising of DUI checks points throughout the City, to accompany the proactive policing practices being enforced by the Police Department. He stated because there are some things that we just won't allow in the City. (R) WRITTEN REQUESTS, PETITIONS & OTHER WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE PUBLIC (S) ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to discuss before this body, the meeting adjourned without objection at 8:32 p.m. n� moi. r� Attest Oliver Gilbert, Mayor Mario Bataille, City Clerk 131Page