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CLERK'S ACTION SUMMARY MINUTES
REGULAR COMMISSION MEETING
THURSDAY,November 12, 2015
7:00 P.M.
Sherbondy Village Auditorium
215 Perviz Avenue
Opa-locka,FL 33054
1. CALL TO ORDER:
Mayor Myra L. Taylor called the meeting to order at 7:00p.m. on Thursday, November 12, 2015
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: Mayor Myra L. Taylor, Vice
Mayor Timothy Holmes, Commissioner Joseph L. Kelley, Commissioner Terence K. Pinder, and
Commissioner Luis B. Santiago. Also in attendance were: City Manager Roy Stephen Shiver, Jr.,
City Attorney Vincent T. Brown, and City Clerk Joanna Flores.
3. INVOCATION:
The Invocation was delivered by Commissioner Joseph L. Kelley.
4. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited in unison.
5. AWARDS/PROCLAMATIONS/ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS:
Isaiah Thomas, an Opa-locka resident, was presented with a proclamation for a job well done as
the 2015 Rookie teacher of the Year at the Carrie P. Meek K-8 Center.
Mayor Taylor presented the proclamation that was sponsored by Commissioner Pinder.
6. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA AND PULL LIST (deferrals and deletions):
The following items were pulled from the Consent Agenda to be discussed separately under
Action Items: 2 deffered (Mayor Taylor); 4 deferred, 3 stays (Commissioner Pinder); 3 pulled
(Vice Mayor Holmes) 1 pulled (Commissioner Kelley). Ordinance 16.B.1. is deferred until
December 9, 2015 (City Manager).
Request to amend the agenda as follows:
NEW ITEMS:
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14-1: A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY
OF OPA-LOCKA, FLORIDA, SUPPORTING THE ISSUANCE OF A UNIFIED LETTER
TO THE GOVERNOR OF THE STATE OF FLORIDA, CONCERNING THE CITY'S
FINANCIAL CONDITION AS REQUIRED BY FLORIDA STATUTE 218.503 (EXHIBIT
"A"); PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION OF RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE. Sponsored by Mayor & City Commission
It was moved by Vice Mayor Holmes, seconded by Commissioner Pinder to amend the agenda to
include the above resolution as item 14-1.
There being no further discussion, the motion passed by a 5-0 vote.
Vice Mayor Holmes Yes
Commissioner Kelley Yes
Commissioner Pinder Yes
Commissioner Santiago Yes
Mayor Taylor Yes
14-2: A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY
OF OPA-LOCKA, FLORIDA, REQUIRING THE CITY COMMISSION TO MEET ON
A BI-WEEKLY BASIS (ON WEEKS WHEN NO FORMAL COMMISSION MEETING
IS SCHEDULED) TO DISCUSS, MONITOR AND MAKE CERTAIN DECISIONS, SO
LONG AS THE CITY IS EXPERIENCING ANY CONDITION UNDER FLORIDA
STATUTE 218.503; PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION OF RECITALS;
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Sponsored by Commissioner J. Kelley
It was moved by Commissioner Pinder, seconded by Commissioner Kelley to amend the agenda
to include the above resolution as item 14-2.
There being no further discussion, the motion passed by a 5-0 vote.
Commissioner Kelley Yes
Commissioner Pinder Yes
Commissioner Santiago Yes
Vice Mayor Holmes Yes
Mayor Taylor Yes
14-3: A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY
OF OPA-LOCKA, FLORIDA, ADOPTING A FINANCIAL RECOVERY PLAN WITHIN
THE NEXT SIXTY (60) DAYS TO ADDRESS THE FINANCIAL CHALLENGES OF
THE CITY; PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION OF RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR
AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Sponsored by Commissioner T. Pinder
It was moved by Commissioner Santiago, seconded by Commissioner Kelley to amend the
agenda to include the above resolution as item 14-3.
There being no further discussion, the motion passed by a 5-0 vote.
Commissioner Pinder Yes
Commissioner Santiago Yes
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Vice Mayor Holmes Yes
Commissioner Kelley Yes
Mayor Taylor Yes
14-4: A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY
OF OPA-LOCKA, FLORIDA, TO AUTHORIZE THE CITY COMMISSION TO
OPERATE AS A BOARD OF INQUIRY INTO CURRENT AND PROSPECTIVE
FISCAL STATUS OF THE CITY PURSUANT TO ARTICLE VIII SECTION 2(B) OF
THE FLORIDA CONSTITUTION AND ARTICLE II, SECTION 2.5(5) OF THE
CHARTER OF THE CITY OF OPA-LOCKA; PROVIDING FOR THE APPOINTMENT
OF THE HEARING EXAMINER; CONVENING THE BOARD OF INQUIRY EACH
THURSDAY AFTERNOON FROM 2PM UNTIL 5PM; PROVIDING FOR
INCORPORATION OF RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Sponsored by Commissioner T. Pinder
It was moved by Commissioner Santiago, seconded by Commissioner Pinder to amend the
agenda to include the above resolution as item 14-4.
There being no further discussion, the motion passed by a 5-0 vote.
Commissioner Santiago Yes
Vice Mayor Holmes Yes
Commissioner Kelley Yes
Commissioner Pinder Yes
Mayor Taylor Yes
7. APPROVAL OF AGENDA:
It was moved by Commissioner Santiago, seconded by Vice Mayor Holmes to approve the
agenda, consent agenda and pull list.
There being no further discussion, the motion passed by a 5-0 vote.
Vice Mayor Holmes Yes
Commissioner Kelley Yes
Commissioner Pinder Yes
Commissioner Santiago Yes
Mayor Taylor Yes
8. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Special Commission Meeting— 10/27/2015
It was moved by Vice Mayor Holmes, seconded by Commissioner Santiago to approve the
minutes of the Special Commission Meeting on October 27, 2015.
There being no discussion, the motion passed by a 5-0 vote.
Commissioner Kelley Yes
Commissioner Pinder Yes
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Commissioner Santiago Yes
Vice Mayor Holmes Yes
Mayor Taylor Yes
9. DISTRICT ONE/DISTRICT TWO - COUNTY COMMISSIONER REPORT
Larry Gardner, of Miami-Dade County Commissioner Jordan's Office (District 1) came forward
and said he did not have any reports or announcements at this time, but he will be glad to take
back any concerns or issues to Commissioner Jordan.
Commissioner Pinder gave his regards and requested an update on the status of the buses.
Mr. Gardner did not have any updates.
Vice Mayor Holmes told Mr. Gardner that all of the people sitting behind him need
transportation (it was participants from the Seniors on the Move program, Parks and Recreation)
and to tell Commissioner Jordan to help the program.
10. PUBLIC PRESENTATION:
No public presentations.
Mayor Taylor decided to exercise her position as chairperson and proceeded to address the news
media's focus on the City's financial situation. She has declined to comment until now.
11. CITIZENS' INPUT:
John Riley 2953 NW 135th Street, spoke on the fact that his grandson was jumped on his
birthday, November 6, 2015 by 3 teenagers and an adult male while he was coming home from
school. An officer came by and tased him twice on top of that. He was also arrested. Mr. Riley is
requesting that the commission investigate what happened that night, and why the victim became
the suspect. Another unarmed, black male.
Era Daniels 13201 NW 28th Avenue #130, spoke on behalf of all of the residents from Arch
Bishop that they need the shuttle bus to come inside of the complex for those who cannot walk.
She also asked about the bus for the Seniors on the Move program, and praised Commissioner
Santiago for getting them to the meeting.
Dorothy Johnson expressed her frustration on the current state of the city. She listed some of her
initiatives as commissioner and stated her support for the manager and what he is doing. She was
interrupted by the Mayor's family and while addressing the issues and asked that they not have
anything to say while she is talking. She was told by the Mayor and Vice Mayor to only address
the dais. She finished speaking on the state of the City.
Ricky James, 1156 Jann Avenue, spoke on behalf of the employees who were layed off and the
process that was done inappropriately regarding their termination.
George Howard, President of the United States Association of CDC and the general contractor
that built pump station #5. Said he is also the individual that brought current charges against the
City Manager. He stated the mayor has never publicly or privately asked for any monies for
anything.
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He went on to talk about the manager asking him for a bribe in the meeting that they had. He is
asking that the Commission get rid of the manager.
Katherine Luis, 13985 NW 22nd Place, expressed her frustration about the fact that her home is
constantly flooding when the lake overflows. Her homeowners insurance will not cover the costs
to fix the situation or repairs she constantly has to make to her home. The insurance company
told her that the City has to fix the issue with her home. Her husband also addressed the
situation.
Annie West, 2030 Service Road, wants to know why her grandson was laid off when other
employees that have been here for 1-2 years are still here. She hopes the City will make good on
bringing back those who were laid off.
Lisa Pena, 1106 Peri Street let the Commission know that they are doing a good job.
Evan Thomas Carter, 1134 Sesame Street, was reminiscent of Opa-locka from 1984 and wants to
know when will the City bring back the Crime Prevention Program and the jazz program that
was going on in the past?
Mona Dawkins, 2300 Rutland Street, is a former employee that was laid off. She says that the
manager told her that the layoffs would be done by protocol, this was not done. She went to get
her last check and the police were called on her. She stated that the City needs to be exposed for
the way that employees are treated and sexual harassment.
Tavaris Campbell, 2030 Service Road, says he was laid off and he needs a job.
Lamar Cruise, 13831 NW 24th Avenue, stated that the drain fields have been closed/welded for
4-5 years and should be cleaned by now. He stated that the current dais has done right, but they
have also done wrong and if they cannot get the job done, they should let someone else do it.
Annie, 1990 Service Road, thanked the entire City for supporting her family after the death of
her great nephew Freddie London.
Inaudible, 5561 NW 7th Court, asked if the meetings on the financial situation of the City will be
open to the public.
Dr. Mae Christian, 3030 NW 158th Street, expressed her concerns about the state of the City. She
stated that the County should forgive the City for the debts that have accrued.
Brian Dennis, 3135 NW 135 Street, wants to commend Commissioner Kelley for the event on
Saturday. He says that more people should have showed up to the dedication at Ingram Park. He
went on to say that the residents of the City are priority as it relates to employment. The proper
hiring practices were not used in the layoffs. Employees that were only here for a few years are
still here and veterans were. He also said that deals were made from the past election and that is a
part of the conspiracy that is going on with the City.
Sandra Collado presented a letter to the Commission for them to read and provide her with a
response. She was not clear as to why she came before the dais.
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Sandra Collado asked that the Commission read the letter and provide her with a response before
the meeting is over.
Eric Redmon, Villa Francine, spoke on Mayor Taylor's behalf regarding what's being put in the
media. He feels that the mayor is being railroaded.
Johnnie Mae Green, 2091 Wilmington Street, spoke about the statements she made in the paper.
She stands by her words. She said that three of the current Commissioners were city officials
when the City was in a financial crisis the first time and that is a problem. She said that the
Commissioners don't know how to talk to people and are disrespectful, they need interpersonal
skills training.
Alvin Burke, 1240 Jann Avenue, announced his support of the manager. He addressed the
financial issues and let the Commission know that all of the issues were going on before the
manager arrived and he should not be made the scape goat regarding the financial situation.
12. ACTION ITEMS:
ITEM: 13-1
1. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-LOCKA,
FLORIDA, DIRECTING AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ISSUE A
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS TO RETAIN A PUBLIC RELATIONS FIRM TO ASSIST
IN IMPROVING AND MAINTAINING THE CITY'S IMAGE; PROVIDING FOR
INCORPORATION OF RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Sponsored by Mayor Taylor.
The above resolution was read by title by Attorney Brown.
It was moved by Commissioner Kelley, seconded by Commissioner Pinder to pass the
resolution.
Commissioner Kelley said that the budget for the resolution was sixty thousand dollars
($60,000.00), but most of the proposals from six or seven firms came back higher than that
amount. The money should be used to bring back employees and pay them what is owed. He said
that nobody can tell our story better than we can. He does not support spending any money on a
relations firm. Until the finances are in order, this kind of spending should not take place.
Commissioner Pinder removed his second.
Vice Mayor said that the Commission has to start changing their image as a whole for the
betterment of the City.
Commissioner Santiago agreed with Vice Mayor Holmes regarding the dais image.
Mayor Taylor said since there was no second on the move, the item will be deferred to a later
date,but someone is needed from the outside to help with the City's image.
ITEM 13-3
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13-3. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA, FLORIDA, DIRECTING AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO
NEGOTIATE THE TERMS OF AN AGREEMENT WITH THE CITY'S CURRENT
CABLE TV SERVICE PROVIDER FOR ENHANCED SERVICES AND SUPPORT FOR
OPA-TV; PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION OF RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR
AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Sponsored by T.P.
I was moved for discussion by Vice Mayor Holmes, and seconded by Commissioner Santiago.
Vice Mayor Holmes spoke about the e-mail that was sent by Commissioner Pinder and the City
Attorney informed him that the e-mail was unrelated to the resolution.
Commissioner Santiago asked the sponsor if the City will benefit from the resolution.
Commissioner Pinder said that in 1996 when he worked as a camera man for the City, the cable
station went form channel 9 to channel 77 with no upgrades. It costs about forty to one hundred
thousand dollars to have the upgrades done for a more modern look. The area on 17th Avenue
where former City Clerk Deborah Sheffield lives cannot access the City's TV channel.
negotiations need to be done.
Commissioner Kelley supports the items and wants to know if the negotiations can be done in
less than sixty days. He supports the legislation but does not want to tie up the resolution.
There being no further discussion, the motion on the amendment passed by a 5-0 vote.
Commissioner Pinder Yes
Commissioner Santiago Yes
Vice Mayor Holmes Yes
Commissioner Kelley Yes
Mayor Taylor Yes
ADD ON ITEM 14-1
14-1: A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY
OF OPA-LOCKA, FLORIDA, SUPPORTING THE ISSUANCE OF A UNIFIED LETTER
TO THE GOVERNOR OF THE STATE OF FLORIDA, CONCERNING THE CITY'S
FINANCIAL CONDITION AS REQUIRED BY FLORIDA STATUTE 218.503 (EXHIBIT
"A"); PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION OF RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE. Sponsored by Mayor & City Commission
Mayor Taylor opened the floor for citizen's input.
It was moved by Commissioner Santiago, seconded by Vice Mayor Holmes to pass the
resolution.
There being no further discussion, the motion on the amendment passed by a 5-0 vote.
Commissioner Santiago Yes
Vice Mayor Holmes Yes
Commissioner Kelley Yes
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Commissioner Pinder Yes
Mayor Taylor Yes
14-2: A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY
OF OPA-LOCKA, FLORIDA, REQUIRING THE CITY COMMISSION TO MEET ON
A BI-WEEKLY BASIS (ON WEEKS WHEN NO FORMAL COMMISSION MEETING
IS SCHEDULED) TO DISCUSS, MONITOR AND MAKE CERTAIN DECISIONS, SO
LONG AS THE CITY IS EXPERIENCING ANY CONDITION UNDER FLORIDA
STATUTE 218.503; PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION OF RECITALS;
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Sponsored by Commissioner J. Kelley
Mayor Taylor opened up the floor for citizen's input.
It was moved by Commissioner Pinder, seconded by Commissioner Kelley to pass the
resolution.
There being no further discussion, the motion on the resolution passed by a 5-0 vote.
Vice Mayor Holmes Yes
Commissioner Kelley Yes
Commissioner Pinder Yes
Commissioner Santiago Yes
Mayor Taylor Yes
14-3: A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY
OF OPA-LOCKA, FLORIDA, ADOPTING A FINANCIAL RECOVERY PLAN WITHIN
THE NEXT SIXTY (60) DAYS TO ADDRESS THE FINANCIAL CHALLENGES OF
THE CITY; PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION OF RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR
AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Sponsored by Commissioner T. Pinder
Mayor Taylor opened the floor for citizen's input.
It was moved by Commissioner Santiago, seconded by Vice Mayor Holmes to pass the
resolution.
Commissioner Pinder spoke on the fact that the Commission was unified and working in one
direction.
Commissioner Kelley says that the Dais has to come up with a plan for the next sixty days to
expedite moving forward and fixing the finances. If the manager is terminated now, it will slow
down the process as he is already involved with the governor's office and working on fixing the
finance issues. Whatever plan that the Commission is going to adopt needs to be done within
thirty days. The future of the City Manager needs to be decided as soon as possible.
Commissioner Pinder said that this is not the Terence Pinder resolution and anyone that wants to
add to it can do so. He accepts the thirty days and whatever amendments need to be made and he
seconds it after the motion.
Vice Mayor Holmes accepts the amendment to thirty days.
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Commissioner Kelley expressed that he wants this done within thirty days.
There being no further discussion, the motion on the amendment to the resolution passed by a
5-0 vote.
Commissioner Kelley Yes
Commissioner Pinder Yes
Commissioner Santiago Yes
Vice Mayor Holmes Yes
Mayor Taylor Yes
There being no further discussion, the motion on the resolution passed by a 5-0 vote.
Commissioner Pinder Yes
Commissioner Santiago Yes
Vice Mayor Holmes Yes
Commissioner Kelley Yes
Mayor Taylor Yes
ADD ON ITEM 14-4
14-4: A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY
OF OPA-LOCKA, FLORIDA, TO AUTHORIZE THE CITY COMMISSION TO
OPERATE AS A BOARD OF INQUIRY INTO CURRENT AND PROSPECTIVE
FISCAL STATUS OF THE CITY PURSUANT TO ARTICLE VIII SECTION 2(B) OF
THE FLORIDA CONSTITUTION AND ARTICLE II, SECTION 2.5(5) OF THE
CHARTER OF THE CITY OF OPA-LOCKA; PROVIDING FOR THE APPOINTMENT
OF THE HEARING EXAMINER; CONVENING THE BOARD OF INQUIRY EACH
THURSDAY AFTERNOON FROM 2PM UNTIL 5PM; PROVIDING FOR
INCORPORATION OF RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Sponsored by Commissioner T. Pinder
Mayor Taylor opened the floor for citizens input on item 14-4.
John Riley, 2953 NW 135 Street, supports the resolution and the commission convening to
address the financial situation.
Sandra Collado approached the podium to discuss the letter that she gave to each member of the
Commission and was told that the forum was for item 14-4 only,but that her letter will be read.
It was moved by Commissioner Santiago, it was seconded by Commissioner Kelley to pass the
motion.
Commissioner Kelley wanted to know the selection process for the two residents convening on
the board, to the Sponsor.
Commissioner Pinder's recommendation is to bring the item back at the next meeting and
everyone will give their input.
Commissioner Kelley agreed that the item be deferred until the next meeting.
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Commissioner Santiago asked why the item is being deferred when there is only thirty days to
get a handle on the finances.
Commissioner Pinder said it is necessary for the item to be deferred so that that the Commission
can provide input.
Commissioner Pinder requested to adjust the item that Vice Mayor Holmes made them take off
the table.
It was moved by Commissioner Kelley, and seconded by Commissioner Pinder to reconsider
agenda item 14-2.
Mayor Taylor wants a day and a time when the meetings regarding the resolution will start.
The Mayor requested a roll call by the City Clerk to open the item for discussion. It was agreed
by all.
Commissioner Kelley says the meetings should be conducted during the day on Thursdays
without the formal setting of the Commission meeting.
The first meeting was decided for Thursday, November 19, 2015 from 12:00 — 2:00p.m. on the
second floor of the City Hall building in the ballroom.
Commissioner Kelley does not the meeting at night especially if citizens provide input and the
meeting is going on until 11 or 12 o'clock at night.
The City Attorney said that if the meetings are properly advertised, it should not be a problem.
Commissioner Santiago was confused about the frequency of the meetings. He said that he
works Monday through Friday and cannot come to too many meetings. He works every day.
Commissioner Kelley cleared it up by stating that the finance meetings would be two times a
month.
Mayor Taylor reiterated the schedule for the meetings.
Commissioner Santiago wants to know the frequency in which he has to attend meetings.
City Attorney Brown explained that the Charter requires that there be eleven (11) meetings per
year and you can only miss two. The finance meetings are not considered regular Commission
meetings and the Charter does not apply to them.
Mayor Taylor wants to know if a quorum is needed in the finance meetings.
City Attorney Brown stated that if there will be voting then a quorum is needed. He suggested
that they add to the resolution to schedule the meetings on the first and third Thursdays of the
month until the City's finances are in order.
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Commissioner Pinder wanted to let Commissioner Santiago to know that he does work during
the week as well. And will be getting married next month so his wife will be at Commission
meetings as well.
City Attorney Brown read the amendment to resolution 14-2 to include the finance meeting date,
time, and location.
It was moved, by Commissioner Kelley, seconded by Commissioner Pinder to pass the
resolution.
There being no further discussion, the motion on the amendment to the resolution passed by a
5-0 vote.
Commissioner Santiago Yes
Vice Mayor Holmes Yes
Commissioner Kelley Yes
Commissioner Pinder Yes
Mayor Taylor Yes
Mayor Taylor made a motion on the actual resolution.
It was moved by Commissioner Pinder, seconded by Commissioner Santiago.
There being no further discussion, the motion on the resolution passed by a 5-0 vote.
Vice Mayor Holmes Yes
Commissioner Kelley Yes
Commissioner Pinder Yes
Commissioner Santiago Yes
Mayor Taylor Yes
ORDINANCES/RESOLUTIONS/PUBLIC HEARING:
A. FIRST READING ORDINANCES:
1. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA, FLORIDA, AMENDING ARTICLE II SECTION 2-45 BY CREATING
ARTICLE II SECTION 2-45 (D), LIMITING THE NUMBER OF CONSENT AGENDA
ITEMS (RESOLUTIONS) A MEMBER OF THE CITY COMMISSION MAY SPONSOR
PER COMMISSION MEETING; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY AND
CODIFICATION; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT AND REPEALER; PROVIDING FOR
AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Sponsored by M.T. and L.S.
It was moved by Commissioner Santiago, and seconded by Commissioner Pinder to pass the
ordinance on the first reading.
There being no further discussion, the motion on the ordinance passed by a 5-0 vote.
Commissioner Kelley Yes
Commissioner Pinder Yes
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Commissioner Santiago Yes
Vice Mayor Holmes Yes
Mayor Taylor Yes
City Attorney Brown Stated that ordinance 16. B. 1. Was removed from the agenda and deferred.
B. SECOND READING ORDINANCES/PUBLIC HEARING:
City Attorney Brown stated that ordinance 16 B 1 was deferred.
2. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA, FLORIDA, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 13-22, SIGNALIZED
INTERSECTION SAFETY PROGRAM, ARTICLE X, CREATING SECTION 15-137
CLARIFYING THE PENALTY AND PROVIDING FOR AN ADMINISTRATIVE FEE
FOR HEARINGS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY AND CODIFICATION;
PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT AND REPEALER; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE
DATE (first reading held on October 14, 2015). Sponsored by C.M.
Mayor Taylor opened the floor for public hearing. There were no persons to speak on the public
hearing, the public hearing was closed.
It was moved by Commissioner Pinder, seconded by Commissioner Santiago to pass the
ordinance.
There being no further discussion, the motion on the ordinance passed by a 5-0 vote.
Commissioner Pinder Yes
Commissioner Santiago Yes
Vice Mayor Holmes Yes
Commissioner Kelley Yes
Mayor Taylor Yes
17. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT:
Mayor Taylor asked the City Manager for a report. He had nothing to report.
Commissioner Kelley addressed the fact that citizens and employees arrive at the beginning of
the meetings expecting to hear the manager speak on issues. The meetings are so long that by the
time the Manager gets to speak or give his report, the residents and employees have left the
meeting. He said something has to be done about this. He spoke on the employee that was
thrown out of the building and said that the situation was not fair. He wants to ensure that the
correct action was taken regarding the layoffs. The question was for the Manager and the City
Attorney.
City Manager Shiver said that there were several meetings with the Union president and the
AFSCME rep as well as the members. The proper procedure was done regarding the layoffs.
City Attorney Brown said that he was present for several meetings with everyone involved and
the proper steps were taken.
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Commissioner Kelley said that he hears what the manager and attorney have explained, but the
employees who were layed off are gone and do not get to hear a response from management
about the layoffs. He wants public and employee issues to be addressed by management while
the people are here to hear it. He does not know the seniority of the employees and relies on the
manager and the attorney to conduct the business in order. He wants a committee formed to
address employee issues. It is awkward for him to hear about issues he is not familiar with. He
wants to know where the manager is with the legislative package, and the information he is
sending to Tallahassee.
City Manager Shiver said he will have the documents sent over to the Commission on tomorrow
and plans for it to be sent to Tallahassee on next week. The legislative package is not complete;
he is still working on it.
Commissioner Kelley said that the legislative package should have a tie in with that he requested
and with what is being sent to Tallahassee.
Mayor Taylor wanted clarity on Commissioner Kelley's request from the manager. One is for the
Paper work being sent to the governor's office and the legislative package which will also
contain information about the City's financial state.
Commissioner Santiago said he paid attention to the Mayor's speech and he is proud of her. He
says that if he has a problem at his house, he keeps the problem at his house. He does not put his
business out there for all to see. The Commission needs to stick together. He is not afraid of
anybody and wants the City to move forward and not tear anyone down.
Commissioner Pinder said that the City Manager has to fix the problem with the mayor because
she should not have had to get up out of her seat during a Commission meeting to address issues
that have affected her personally. We all have to be one team and so the manager has to fix this
situation. The mayor is upset and it does not sit well with him.
Mayor Taylor addressed the letter from Sandra Collado about Hispanic representation in the City
for residents.
Mayor Taylor told the City Manager the order in which he should send out correspondences to
the Commission. The mayor and vice mayor should be first, followed by the Commissioners in
order of Seniority, not David Chiverton.
The mayor questioned the information she requested from the manager and told him if he could
not deliver he should have said something to her.
City Manager Shiver told her that he did send her a response on last week answering all of the
questions she had in red, and Delia Kennedy also provided a response to the request for
information.
Mayor Taylor requested the e-mail by the following day.
Mayor Taylor asked the Commission for their input as it related to the next city commission
meeting.
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It was moved by Commissioner Kelley, seconded by Vice Mayor Holmes, to cancel the Regular
Commission Meeting of November 25, 2015 due to the Thanksgiving holiday.
There being no further discussion, the motion passed by a 5-0 vote.
Commissioner Santiago Yes
Vice Mayor Holmes Yes
Commissioner Kelley Yes
Commissioner Pinder Yes
Mayor Taylor Yes
18. OFFICIAL BOARD REPORTS:
No reports at this time.
19. MAYOR/COMMISSION REPORT:
Commissioner Santiago announced Thanksgiving dinner at bingo on November 20, 2015.
Commissioner Pinder announced Vice Mayor Holmes Turkey Giveaway on November 23, 2015
Commissioner Kelley announced his monthly Town Hall meeting as well as his monthly
community meeting at Belkuchy's Restaurant on the second Monday of each month; weekly
prayer is on the first Wednesday; and monthly food distribution will be on next Friday at
10:00a.m. at Segal Park. He met with Farm Share and a discussion for the food distribution to
begin early next year at Sherbondy Park. He reported his attendance at the booster club opening
at Sherbondy Park; taking the seniors on a fishing trip that was a success; hosting the
Community Fun Day groundbreaking at Ingram Park on this past Saturday. Commissioner
Kelley suggested a vote on the future of the manager immediately so the dais can move on and
not hold up the progress.
Vice Mayor Holmes says he always tries to support all of his colleagues. Since 1994 he made the
decision that it's not what the City can do for him but what he can do for the City. Everyone
needs that same attitude. He has been receiving calls questioning the severity on the current state
of the City. He says if God keeps him going, he will do something about it. He says before
people open their mouths, they should think. They should know when to hold and know when to
fold them. If you have to walk away sometimes and think about it and make the statement again,
do that. Just don't stand up there running off at the mouth because you have an opportunity to
say this and say that. You don't who you might hurt when you stand there and open your mouth.
He says that we will make the City better and if we can't do it we should walk away.
Commissioner Kelley said that the Thanksgiving fellowship that was scheduled for Saturday has
been canceled. Some participants had prescheduled commitments.
Mayor Taylor wished everyone a Happy Thanksgiving.
20. OFFICIAL BOARD APPOINTMENTS:
It was deferred because some appointments were not added.
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21. ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further business to come before the Commission, it was moved by Commissioner
Santiago, seconded by Commissioner Pinder to adjour, the me_gti.ng.at 10:27p.m.
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ICITY CLERK
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