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HomeMy Public PortalAbout09- September 10,2014 Regular Commission Meeting CITY OF OPA-LOCKA "The Great City" CLERK'S ACTION SUMMARY MINUTES REGULAR COMMISSION MEETING September 10, 2014 7:00 P.M. City Commission Chambers at Sherbondy Village 215 President Barack Obama (Perviz) Avenue Opa-locks, FL 33054 1. CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Myra L. Taylor called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, September 10, 2014 in the Auditorium at Sherbondy Village, 215 President Barack Obama (Perviz) Avenue, Opa-locka, Florida. 2. ROLL CALL: The following members of the City Commission were present: Commissioner Dorothy Johnson, Commissioner Luis B. Santiago, Commissioner Timothy Holmes, Vice Mayor Joseph L. Kelley, and Mayor Myra L. Taylor. Also in attendance were: City Manager Kelvin L. Baker, Sr., City Attorney Joseph S. Geller, and City Clerk Joanna Flores. 3. INVOCATION: The Invocation was delivered by Mayor Myra L. Taylor. 4. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: The Pledge of Allegiance was recited in unison. 5. APPROVAL OF AGENDA: 6. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA AND PULL LIST (deferrals and deletions): Mayor Taylor took a moment to reflect on the loss of Commissioner Johnson's mother- in-law and asked everyone to keep their family in Prayer during this time of bereavement. Manager Baker deferred agenda item 19-2. The following items were pulled from the Consent Agenda to be discussed separately under Action Items: 19-3 and 19-6 (Commissioner Johnson); 19-4 (Commissioner Holmes). It was moved by Commissioner Holmes, seconded by Commissioner Johnson to approve the agenda, consent agenda and pull list. Regular Commission Meeting Minutes—09/10/2014 j There being no discussion, the motion passed by a 5-0 vote. Commissioner Santiago Yes Commissioner Holmes Yes Vice Mayor Kelley Yes Commissioner Johnson Yes Mayor Taylor Yes Request to amend the agenda to include the following items: 16-1: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA- LOCKA, FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 21, ARTICLE II, SECTION 21-77 OF THE CITY OF OPA-LOCKA CODE OF ORDINANCES, ENTITLED "SCHEDULE OF RATES GENERALLY" BY AMENDING PROVISIONS RELATED TO WATER, SEWER, AND STORMWATER RATES FOR FISCAL YEARS 2014-2015, 2015-2016, 2016-2017, 2017-2018 AND 2018-2019; PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION OF RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT AND REPEALER; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY AND CODIFICATION; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Sponsored by C.M. It was moved by Commissioner Holmes, seconded by Commissioner Johnson to amend the agenda to include item 16-1. There being no discussion, the motion to amend the agenda passed by a 5-0 vote. Commissioner Holmes Yes Vice Mayor Kelley Yes Commissioner Johnson Yes Commissioner Santiago Yes Mayor Taylor Yes 16-2: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA- LOCKA, FLORIDA, AMENDING ARTICLE VIII OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCE BY ADDING AND DELETIONS, TO REMOVE PEDDLERS AND REPLACE WITH STREET VENDORS AND/OR MOBILE VENDORS; PROVIDING FOR DEFINITIONS, PERMITS, REGULATIONS, AND REQUIREMENTS; PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION OF RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT AND REPEALER; PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Sponsored by L.S. It was moved by Commissioner Johnson, seconded by Commissioner Santiago to amend the agenda to include item 16-2. There being no discussion, the motion to amend the agenda passed by a 5-0 vote. Vice Mayor Kelley Yes Commissioner Johnson Yes Commissioner Santiago Yes Regular Commission Meeting Minutes—09/10/2014 2 Commissioner Holmes Yes Mayor Taylor Yes 16-3: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA- LOCKA, FLORIDA, AMENDING CITY ORDINANCE 86-8, LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE, ARTICLE IX. CITY OF OPA-LOCKA SIGN REGULATIONS TO PROVIDE PURPOSE AND INTENT, DEFINITIONS, PROCESS AND PROCEDURES, SIGNAGE DESIGN STANDARDS, SIGNS PERMITTED ACCORDING TO LOCATION AND SIGNS PROHIBITED ACCORDING TO LOCATION; PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION OF RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT AND REPEALER; PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Sponsored by C.M. It was moved by Commissioner Johnson, seconded by Commissioner Holmes to amend the agenda to include item 16-3. There being no discussion, the motion to amend the agenda passed by a 5-0 vote. Commissioner Johnson Yes Commissioner Santiago Yes Commissioner Holmes Yes Vice Mayor Kelley Yes Mayor Taylor Yes Clerk Flores stated for the record a revised version of agenda items 19-5 and 19-6 has been provided in the agenda. 7. AWARDS/PROCLAMATIONS/ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS: Commissioner Johnson along with the City Commission presented a Resolution of Sympathy to Gregory Cunningham for the loss of his mother, Rosetta Dean. In addition, the Mayor and City Commission recognized Rose McKay and Detective Arnold Ingram as Employee of the Month. 8. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Regular Commission Meeting—07/23/2014 It was moved by Commissioner Johnson, seconded by Commissioner Holmes to approve the minutes of the Regular Commission Meeting of July 23, 2014. There being no discussion, the motion passed by a 5-0 vote. Commissioner Holmes Yes Vice Mayor Kelley Yes Commissioner Johnson Yes Commissioner Santiago Yes Mayor Taylor Yes Regular Commission Meeting Minutes—09/10/2014 3 Special Commission Meeting—07/30/2014 It was moved by Commissioner Johnson, seconded by Commissioner Holmes to approve the minutes of the Special Commission Meeting of July 30, 2014. There being no discussion, the motion passed by a 5-0 vote. Vice Mayor Kelley Yes Commissioner Johnson Yes Commissioner Santiago Yes Commissioner Holmes Yes Mayor Taylor Yes. 9. 24th CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT OF FLORIDA REPORT: 10. STATE SENATORS REPORT: 11. STATE REPRESENTATIVES REPORT: 12. DISTRICT ONE / DISTRICT TWO - COUNTY COMMISSIONER REPORT: Larry Gardner, of Miami-Dade County Commissioner Barbara Jordan's Office (District 1) came forward and reported that the Commissioner will be hosting a small business workshop on September 23, 2014 from 10:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. at Florida Memorial University. In addition, the Commissioner will be hosting a Hispanic Heritage Festival on September 27, 2014 from 1:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. at Country Village Park. Commissioner Johnson said she appreciates Commissioner Jordan's efforts on the renaming of the Opa-locka Airport and as more information becomes available she requested that it be forward to the City Commission. Vice Mayor Kelley thanked Mr. Gardner for the information regarding the abolished homes, are there any updates? Mr. Gardner said he has not received any updates, but he will do a follow up. Commissioner Holmes said he received the information regarding the bus and he hope they will be successful in getting a bus for the city. He further said the only name he wants to see on the Opa-locka Airport is President Barack Obama International Airport. Commissioner Johnson said in the 21s' Century no one should be living without an air conditioner, but she found a resident that is currently living in a home with no windows and no air conditioner. She asked, can Commissioner Jordan's office provide any type of assistance to the resident. Regular Commission Meeting Minutes—09/10/2014 4 13. MIAMI-DADE COUNTY FIRE RESCUE DEPARTMENT REPORT: Commissioner Johnson mentioned that she will be hosting a Fire Safety Awareness Town Hall Meeting along with State Representative Cynthia Stafford on October 23, 2014 at 6:00 p.m. at Sherbondy Village. 14. PUBLIC PRESENTATION: 1. Cheryl Tabb, Investigator State of Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation Investigator Garcia, Department of Business & Professional Regulation appeared before the City Commission to inform the community that they investigate and regulate contractors who are not performing the work they are paid for. Vice Mayor Kelley introduced Tony Cruz, Dynamic Community Development Corporation. He will be hosting a networking event on September 25, 2014 at Sherbondy Village. 14a. CITIZENS' FORUM: 1. Alvin Burke of 1240 Jann Avenue, Opa-locka, Florida, appeared before the City Commission and said an article was in the September 4 1 edition of the Miami New Times Newspaper that was titled "No Hope a Locka". The article was written and degrading to city, but he is pleased to say that Chief Key contacted the editor and corrected the article. He continued by reading the newspaper article. Mr. Burke said he lives in the City of Opa-locka because he wants to. Commissioner Johnson said the city Public Relations Officer needs to take a strongly position in retracting articles. The article is not a good look on the city's branding or image and it needs to be addressed. Commissioner Holmes said the newspaper company is doing what they have to do to make a living. 15. ACTION ITEMS (items from consent agenda pull list): 1. (19-3) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-LOCKA, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH AVMED AS THE PROVIDER FOR THE CITY OF OPA- LOCKA HEALTH PLAN, SOLSTICE AS THE PROVIDER FOR THE CITY'S VISION AND DENTAL GROUP PLANS; AND AMERICAN PUBLIC LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY FOR THE CITY GAP PLANS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING OCTOBER 1, 2014, AND ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2015; PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION OF RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Sponsored by C.M. The above resolution was read by title by Attorney Geller. Regular Commission Meeting Minutes—09/10/2014 5 It was moved by Commissioner Santiago, seconded by Commissioner Johnson to pass the resolution. Commissioner Johnson asked the City Manager have he met with the Agent of Record and is this something they can live with? Manager Baker replied, yes. Commissioner Johnson said she appreciate their hard work and efforts. Commissioner Holmes said he hopes this insurance is better than the current insurance because many of the employees have complained to him about the current insurance. He asked the Agent of Record, is this insurance better than the current insurance? Charles Citrin, Citrin Financial & Insurance appeared before the City Commission and said it has been a collaborative effort with his staff and the city's staff. He thanked Manager Baker, Mr. Adderly, and Ms. Ward for assisting him to improve the city's health insurance. Commissioner Holmes asked, if the city chooses Avmed will they have to select the GAP coverage as well? Mr. Citrin said the Avmed Insurance will be 11% less than the current increase and it is the City Manager's recommendation that the money saved go towards the GAP insurance. Commissioner Santiago said he see an improvement from staff and the Agent of Record and he is happy they worked together to better the city's insurance. In addition, the GAP insurance is optional to the employees. Vice Mayor Kelley thanked staff and Mr. Citrin for the job they have done. He asked, is the wellness program included? Manager Baker replied, yes. He thanked Mr. Citrin for working very close with staff. There being no further discussion, the motion passed by a 5-0 vote. Commissioner Johnson Yes Commissioner Santiago Yes Commissioner Holmes Yes Vice Mayor Kelley Yes Mayor Taylor Yes 2. (19-4) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-LOCKA, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO NEGOTIATE AND ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH 3400 LLC, IN A FORM THAT IS ACCEPTABLE TO THE CITY ATTORNEY, TO RENEW THE OFFICE SPACE LEASE FOR ONE YEAR, BEGINNING OCTOBER 1, 2014 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 30, 2015, A BUDGETED ITEM, PAYABLE FROM ACCOUNT NUMBER 19-519440; Regular Commission Meeting Minutes—09/10/2014 6 PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION OF RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Sponsored by C.M. The above resolution was read by title by Attorney Geller. It was moved by Commissioner Holmes, seconded by Commissioner Johnson to pass the resolution. Commissioner Holmes asked, will the rental cost remain the same? Manager Baker said they had discussions with the property owner and with all of his efforts there will be a slight increase. He did everything he could, but they are not finish with the negotiations. Commissioner Holmes said he is not looking to pay an increase for that building, the rent should be free. Commissioner Johnson echoed the same concerns as Commissioner Holmes because when they moved to that location she was informed that they will not have to pay additional cost, however according to the Accounts Payable the city has spent a lot of money for the building and when the city leave that building will be a diamond. Note: This portion of the minutes is transcribed in verbatim form. Commissioner Johnson: There needs to be some negotiation and get back to us Mr. Manager, not no sign the dotted line and coming back later. We have concerns and we have invested a lot of money there and I think you know how some of feel about the environment and it's some other issues but I was going to suggest not go for a year to do six months at a time and come back because we want you to work, we want everybody to earn it and I think if you just go with a year saying you can go for a year you will come as we did this time, hopefully not and on the I1 th hour you are going to ask for another year and I will have to just bring the community in here at that time. Note: This concludes the verbatim portion of these minutes. Vice Mayor Kelley said he reviewed the analysis that the City Manager provided and the expenses accrued which has been a lot. He asked, have they included in the negotiation that city will recoup those funds? In addition, he was not a fan of moving to that location, but he agreed to it instead of moving into trailers because it was supposed to be turnkey. Manager Baker said he will add that into the negotiation. Vice Mayor Kelley asked, was there any discussion regarding a month-to-month or six month lease? Manager Baker said month-to-month was discussed, but the cost was much higher and six months was not entertained. Regular Commission Meeting Minutes—09/10/2014 7 Attorney Geller said the City Commission are privileged to make any amendments they deem necessary, however he would prefer to have the conversation off the dais. Commissioner Johnson said the best way to protect the tax payer's dollars is to put it in writing through legislation. She would like to make an amendment to protect the city. Mayor Taylor said the City Attorney has already advised the Vice Mayor because they are still negotiating and it may weaken their negotiations. Commissioner Johnson asked the City Attorney is it his recommendation for the City Commission not to adopt legislation to protect their investment, how will this prohibit the negotiation? Note: This portion of the minutes is transcribed in verbatim form. Attorney Geller: The biggest concern would be if the Commission places a restriction that we are unable to negotiate and if we find ourselves in a posture where we have an instruction that something is required and we cannot negotiate that we are in a situation where we may be unable to reach any deal. I did certainly say to the Vice Mayor that he or any member of the Commission is privileged to make any motion you want to. I want to be clear, I said that, but if you place some restrictions that we are unable to negotiate we have a problem-as far where we are going to be and what we are going to do instead and that's why my preference is expressed. We understand the Commission has concerns and we will be happy to meet individually with every Commissioner. It's your privilege to pass anything you want to, that's your job and your responsibility we will work with whatever you give us, but if it's a restriction that we cannot get waived and we cannot get the other side to agree to we may have a problem. That's my concern. Note: This concludes the verbatim portion of these minutes. Commissioner Johnson told the City Attorney to keep in mind that this same body of officers, meaning the City Attorney and City Manager stated to the City Commission that this facility will be turnkey, in the 21" century that means you go in and don't do anything, but turnkey in the great City of Opa-locka means you have made an investment. Commissioner Santiago said it his recommendation that his colleagues allow the City Manager and staff to go through the negotiation process because they don't have a confirmed date of when the New City Hall will be available. Commissioner Johnson said she would like to make a motion to enter into a contract for six months then at that time they revisit it and hopefully at that time they will be finish negotiating. Manager Baker said it his desire to get the deal closed before the lease expires. Vice Mayor Kelley said he has not reached a comfort level and he would like to meet with the City Manager and City Attorney to give them his concerns. Regular Commission Meeting Minutes—09/10/2014 8 Attorney Geller said they have time to have additional negotiating, the question is, is there time to that then come back and debate it further in view of the fact that the lease expires shortly. Vice Mayor Kelley said he cannot support the legislation as is. Manager Baker deferred agenda item 19-4 until the Special Commission Meeting. Commissioner Johnson directed the City Attorney's attention to page 15 of the lease; she requested that he look at clause C. 3. (19-6) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-LOCKA, FLORIDA, TO CREATE A CITIZEN'S COMMITTEE FOR THE PURPOSE OF OVERSEEINGG PROJECTS IN THE CITY OF OPA-LOCKA; PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION OF RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Sponsored by J.K. The above resolution was read by title by Attorney Geller. It was moved by Commissioner Johnson, seconded by Vice Mayor Kelley to pass the resolution. Commissioner Johnson requested clarity on the intent of the legislation. Vice Mayor Kelley said the intent is transparency. The city is getting a lot of money and citizen's are continuously asking him how will the funds be spent and how will it benefit the citizens. Looking at other cities he notice they create a citizen committee that meets with staff to ask questions and make sure the citizens get a comfort level. Each Commissioner will appoint someone and as a whole they will select two business owners to serve as a committee, they will not have any power to make decisions, but they will have an opportunity to be the eyes and ears for the community. Commissioner Johnson requested that language be incorporated into the legislation to keep it neutral and transparent so it will not be a conflict of interest. Vice Mayor Kelley said he does not have a problem with an amendment. Mayor Taylor asked, when will this go in affect and who will the committee report to? Vice Mayor Kelley reiterated that the citizen's does not have a trust factor that the city will do the right thing with the money. To answer the Mayor's question, the committee will report to the person that appointed them. Attorney Geller said the committee will operate under the sunshine, anything that is a collective body has to operate under the sunshine. His suggestion is an amendment that will read "said committee to operate in accordance with rules including conflict of interest rules to be adopted by the City Commission". Vice Mayor Kelley said he has no problems with the amendment. Regular Commission Meeting Minutes—09/10/2014 9 Mayor Taylor said she does not have a problem with the committee, but she see it as ambiguous. Staff oversees projects and she does not want to create confusion as to who does what. Vice Mayor Kelley said the citizens does not know the staff, they know the City Commission and what they see is all the potential money coming into the city and the citizens does not know what is going on with the funds. Mayor Taylor said she is not comfortable with the current language. Vice Mayor Kelley said it has to start somewhere because it is well needed so if the current legislation is not sufficient and it doesn't give his colleagues a comfort level then he will defer the item. Commissioner Holmes said he would like the legislation to be deferred because he wants to know will this interfere with the City Manager's job. Commissioner Santiago said he echoes the same concerns and he would like the sponsor to defer the legislation. Commissioner Johnson said this legislation will avoid a lot of public records requests because a lot of people are suspicious. Vice Mayor Kelley directed the City Attorney to meet with the City Commission to hear their concerns and answer their questions. Vice Mayor Kelley deferred agenda item 19-6 until the next Regular Commission Meeting. 16. NEW ITEMS: 16-1: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA- LOCKA, FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 21, ARTICLE II, SECTION 21-77 OF THE CITY OF OPA-LOCKA CODE OF ORDINANCES, ENTITLED "SCHEDULE OF RATES GENERALLY" BY AMENDING PROVISIONS RELATED TO WATER, SEWER, AND STORMWATER RATES FOR FISCAL YEARS 2014-2015, 2015-2016, 2016-2017, 2017-2018 AND 2018-2019; PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION OF RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT AND REPEALER; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY AND CODIFICATION; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Sponsored by C.M. The above ordinance was read by title by Attorney Geller. It was moved by Commissioner Holmes, seconded by Commissioner Johnson to pass the above ordinance. There being no discussion, the motion failed by a 4-1 vote. Regular Commission Meeting Minutes—09/10/2014 10 Vice Mayor Kelley No Commissioner Johnson No Commissioner Santiago No Commissioner Holmes Yes Mayor Taylor No 16-2: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA- LOCKA, FLORIDA, AMENDING ARTICLE VIII OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCE BY ADDING AND DELETIONS, TO REMOVE PEDDLERS AND REPLACE WITH STREET VENDORS AND/OR MOBILE VENDORS; PROVIDING FOR DEFINITIONS, PERMITS, REGULATIONS, AND REQUIREMENTS; PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION OF RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT AND REPEALER; PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Sponsored by L.S. The above ordinance was read by title by Attorney Geller. It was moved by Commissioner Johnson, seconded by Commissioner Santiago to pass the above ordinance. There being no discussion, the motion passed by a 4-1 vote. Commissioner Johnson Yes Commissioner Santiago Yes Commissioner Holmes No Vice Mayor Kelley Yes Mayor Taylor Yes 16-3: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA- LOCKA, FLORIDA, AMENDING CITY ORDINANCE 86-8, LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE, ARTICLE IX. CITY OF OPA-LOCKA SIGN REGULATIONS TO PROVIDE PURPOSE AND INTENT, DEFINITIONS, PROCESS AND PROCEDURES, SIGNAGE DESIGN STANDARDS, SIGNS PERMITTED ACCORDING TO LOCATION AND SIGNS PROHIBITED ACCORDING TO LOCATION; PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION OF RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT AND REPEALER; PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Sponsored by C.M. The above ordinance was read by title by Attorney Geller. It was moved by Commissioner Holmes, seconded by Commissioner Johnson to pass the above ordinance. There being no discussion, the motion passed by a 5-0 vote. Commissioner Santiago Yes Commissioner Holmes Yes Vice Mayor Kelley Yes Commissioner Johnson Yes Regular Commission Meeting Minutes—09/10/2014 11 Mayor Taylor Yes 17. PLANNING & ZONING: A. HEARINGS: B. APPEALS: 18. ORDINANCES/RESOLUTIONS/PUBLIC HEARING: A. FIRST READING: B. SECOND READING ORDINANCES/PUBLIC HEARING: 1. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA- LOCKA, FLORIDA, TO AMEND ORDINANCE 86-8, THE LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE, BY AMENDING THE MIXED USE OVERLAY DISTRICT; PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION OF RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT AND REPEALER; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE (first reading held on July 23, 2014). Sponsored by C.M. The above ordinance was read by title by Attorney Geller. Mayor Taylor opened the floor for a public hearing. There being no persons to speak on the hearing, the public hearing was closed. It was moved by Commissioner Holmes, seconded by Vice Mayor Kelley to pass the above ordinance. Vice Mayor Kelley asked if this legislation is not passed and businesses are operating as it is, will that be a code issue? Attorney Geller said yes, if someone is operating contrary to the city's present code then they are in violation of the code. Vice Mayor Kelley asked, will the businesses be in compliance once the legislation is adopted? Attorney Geller said it will be very rare to prosecute someone for violating a code provision that is no longer enforced. Vice Mayor Kelley said he has concerns because once this is adopted it takes some businesses off the hook in some regards for things they may have been doing prior to and that's why he has a heartburn. Attorney Geller said if there are concerns about certain circumstances it is his understanding from the City Manager that this is not time sensitive and there's no reason why this second reading cannot be deferred to a time certain. Regular Commission Meeting Minutes—09/10/2014 12 Vice Mayor Kelley said he is aware of the bigger picture, but he has concerns when people operate in a manner that is inconsistent. Commissioner Johnson said when the legislation passed the first time she had issues and she was told from the dais that it was only the first reading. She requested that the City Manager defer the legislation and look at the assessment. Manager Baker deferred agenda item 18B 1 until October 8, 2014 Regular Commission Meeting. C. RESOLUTIONS/PUBLIC HEARING: 19. ADMINISTRATION: CONSENT AGENDA: (19-1) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA- LOCKA, FLORIDA, TO AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH LANDSHORE ENTERPRISES, LLC, IN AN AMONUT NOT TO EXCEED $1,636,167.00, FOR DESIGN BUILD SERVICES FOR THE BURLINGTON STREET CANAL DREDGING, BANK RESTORATION, AND STABILIZATION WITH SLOPE CORRECTION, PAYABLE FROM ACCOUNT NUMBER 43-538327, A BUDGETED ITEM; PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION OF RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Sponsored by C.M. (19-5) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA- LOCKA, FLORIDA, TO AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT TO EXPAND THE SCOPE OF SERVICES OF THE CITY'S CONTRACT WITH THE CORRADINO GROUP FOR THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY (CRA) ILLUSTRATIVE CONCEPT PLAN AND BUSINESS ACTION PLAN FOR THE CITY, AT A COST NOT TO EXCEED $25,000, PAYABLE FROM ACCOUNT NO. 77-515340, A BUDGETED ITEM; PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION OF RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Sponsored by J.K. (19-7) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA- LOCKA, FLORIDA, PROCLAIMING THURSDAY, OCTOBER 29, 2014 AS "ETHICAL GOVERNANCE DAY"; PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION OF RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Sponsored by J.K. The above resolutions were read by title by Attorney Geller. It was moved by Commissioner Holmes, seconded by Commissioner Johnson to pass items 1, 5, and 7 of the consent agenda. The motion passed by a 5-0 vote. Vice Mayor Kelley Yes Regular Commission Meeting Minutes—09/10/2014 13 Commissioner Johnson Yes Commissioner Santiago Yes Commissioner Holmes Yes Mayor Taylor Yes A. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT: Manager Baker reported that they are continuing the employee training and they are going through training with the Miami-Dade Ethics Commission to provide training on ethics issues. He will be scheduling individual meetings with the City Commission regarding the State revolving loan and the ordinance that did not pass. The city has received approval for the waste water and storm water and they scheduled to receive approval for the water in September. Phase 1 of Historic City Hall is complete and they are moving to Phase 2. He made plans to have a cashier's office at the City Hall complex due to the complaints and concerns from many of the valuable customers. He received one bid for the New City Hall and he is under the Cone of Silence so he cannot go into details. The Master Lift Station is 100% completed and is running as anticipated. Pump Station 8 has been completed and they are happy with the outcome. Pump Station 5 has been on this list for some years, but he is proud to announce that it is 95% complete. The citywide atlas is complete and they have an accurate atlas of the entire distribution system of the city. The gateway project is 70% complete and he is moving along with other projects. Commissioner Santiago said on Sunday when he went to church he noticed large trash piles behind his church and it looks very bad. It was over 100 black bags surrounding the dumpster and it's because the complex has one container for 40 businesses. He sees improvement for the residential garbage pickup, but they have to resolve the issues to keep the city clean. He observed Apartments on Jann Avenue that still has individual garbage cans; staff has to follow up on the regulations because it has to be addressed. He is still receiving complaints regarding Cairo Lane. In addition, he thanked the City Manager for his hard, but he has to work harder to make the city move forth. The city need to start saving money and start collecting outstanding debt that is owed to balance the city's budget. Commissioner Holmes asked, how many more pump stations needs upgrades? Manager Baker said 3. Commissioner Holmes said the City Manager has been doing a good job on the pump stations since he came to the city. Commissioner Johnson thanked the City Manager and his staff for the signage legislation; it was very thorough and detailed. In addition, she thanked him for the newsletter. She has a concern with the rendering that was showed to them for the gateway, the texture seems to be different. She commended the City Manager for the ALS Challenge and she will do it next. Certain areas of the city have over grown grass and a community setting is needed to make the citizens aware of their responsibility. She Regular Commission Meeting Minutes—09/10/2014 14 directed the City Manager to meet with the citizen that has concerns of losing part of her home on the canal bank. Vice Mayor Kelley said they previously spoke about home ownership for employees and residents, after looking at the analysis he noticed the city only has 30% home ownership. He asked the City Manager for an update on the workshops? Manager Baker said some of the timelines that was proposed were midday and he would prefer having the meetings in the afternoon so residents and employees can be in attendance. Vice Mayor Kelley said the city has been going back and forth with the Cuyahoga property; he is at the point where his patience has run out. He wants to fully pursue collecting on those liens, they can negotiate after that, but at this time he wants to collect the money that is owed to the city. Mayor Taylor said she would like Code & Enforcement and Public Works cut city owned property and keep 22nd Avenue at the forefront. B. ACCOUNTS PAYABLE: 20. OFFICIAL BOARD REPORTS: 21. CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORT: Attorney Geller said he submitted his report in writing; however, he will answer any concerns the City Commission has. He added that he will not be in attendance at the next Commission Meeting because it is a religious holiday and he will arrange for some to be at the meeting. Commissioner Johnson congratulated Attorney Geller on his victory as State Representative. She directed the City Attorney to work with the City Manager for the negotiations on the lease for 3400 LLC and look into the interest accumulated for the Cuyahoga property. 22. CITY CLERK'S REPORT: Clerk Flores informed the City Commission the Jacqueline Fogarty submitted a letter of resignation from the Community Relations, Recreation & Activities Advisory Board and that creates one at-large vacancy on that board. In addition, the CRA Board will meet on September 17`h at 5:30 p.m. and it was recommended that the Special Commission Meeting be scheduled on the same date at 6:30 p.m., she requested that they check their calendars and let her know their availability. Vice Mayor Kelley said the CRA Board Meeting will not be long, he suggested scheduling the Special Commission Meeting at 6:00 p.m. She further announced that the Florida League of Cities has appointed Opa- locka Vice Mayor Joseph Kelley to serve on the 2014-2015 Finance & Taxation Legislative Policy Committee. Regular Commission Meeting Minutes—09/10/2014 15 23. MAYOR/COMMISSION REPORT: Commissioner Johnson announced that the Educational Compact Committee will meet on tomorrow at 10:00 a.m. She thanked Mayor Taylor and Commissioner Santiago for attending the Mother's Influencing Change event. She was a the Chair for the North Dade Chamber of Commerce Education Committee, in addition to Teen Court selecting her to represent the City of Opa-locka Youth Advisory Committee. Vice Mayor Kelley said the Clergy Meeting will be held on tomorrow at 11:30 a.m. In August he hosted a Town Hall Meeting for the residents in the Gardens Apartments and surrounding area to discuss the new park and lift station for Alexandria Drive. The new Senior Citizens Computer Class will begin on September 18th at the Helen Miller Center. He recognize the need to reach out to the citizens, starting in October he will host "Meet Me Monday" which will be held on the 2nd Monday of each month. Commissioner Santiago invited to participate in the Hispanic Heritage Month Dominoes Tournament on October 18, 2014 at Sherbondy Park. Commissioner Holmes said a prayer to protect everyone and let them to their duties to the best of their ability. Mayor Taylor thanked the City Clerk's Office for celebrating her birthday. She asked her colleagues to agree that they will have one function per year to cut back on the city's budget. 24. OFFICIAL BOARD APPOINTMENTS: 25. ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business to come before the Commission, it was moved by Commissioner Johnson, seconded by Commissioner Santiago to adjourn the meeting at 9:20 p.m. (Lc� YOR TEST: �" CITY CLERK Regular Commission Meeting Minutes—09/10/2014 16