HomeMy Public PortalAbout02- February 10, 2016 Regular Commission Meeting Minutes CITY OF OPA-LOCKA
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CLERK'S ACTION SUMMARY MINUTES
REGULAR COMMISSION MEETING
WEDNESDAY, February 10,2016
7:00 P.M.
Sherbondv 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 Wednesday, February 10, 2016
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: Vice Mayor Timothy Holmes,
Commissioner Joseph L. Kelley, Commissioner Terence K. Pinder, and Commissioner Luis B.
Santiago. Also in attendance were: Acting City Manager E. Daniel Abia, City Attorney Vincent
T. Brown, and City Clerk Joanna Flores. Mayor Myra L. Taylor and Interim City Manager David
Chiverton were not in attendance.
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:
Commissioner Kelley presented certificates to everyone that helped to put the memorial garden
together at Ingram Park.
Vice Mayor Holmes presented certificates to everyone that sponsored his holiday events for
2015.
Commissioner Pinder presented a proclamation to former NFL player Tony "Touchdown"
Nathan in honor of Black History Month.
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: pulled 6 (Commissioner Kelley); deferred 8 (Commissioner Santiago);
Request to amend the agenda as follows:
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NEW ITEMS:
14-1: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AN
AGREEMENT WITH ST. KEVIN'S EPISCOPAL CHURCH AND J&J AMUSEMENTS,
TO STAGE A FIVE (5) DAY CARNIVAL AT INGRAM PARK; PROVIDING FOR
INCORPORATION OF RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Sponsored by T.P.
It was moved by Commissioner Pinder, seconded by Commissioner Kelley to amend the agenda
to include the above resolution as item 14-1.
There being no further discussion, the motion passed by a 4-0 vote.
Commissioner Pinder Yes
Commissioner Santiago Yes
Commissioner Kelley Yes
Vice Mayor Holmes Yes
Mayor Taylor Not Present
7. APPROVAL OF AGENDA:
It was moved by Commissioner Kelley, seconded by Commissioner Pinder to approve the
agenda, consent agenda and pull list.
There being no further discussion, the motion passed by a 4-0 vote.
Commissioner Santiago Yes
Commissioner Kelley Yes
Commissioner Pinder Yes
Vice Mayor Holmes Yes
Mayor Taylor Not Present
8. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Regular Commission Meeting—01/13/2016.
It was moved by Commissioner Kelley, seconded by Commissioner Santiago to approve the
minutes of the Regular Commission Meeting on January 13, 2016.
There being no discussion, the motion passed by a 3-0 vote.
Commissioner Kelley Yes
Commissioner Santiago Yes
Vice Mayor Holmes Yes
Commissioner Pinder Out of Room
Mayor Taylor Not Present
9. DISTRICT ONE/DISTRICT TWO - COUNTY COMMISSIONER REPORT
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There were no reports from District I.
Melonie Burke, District II, Commissioner Jean Monestime's office, reported that the
commissioner is having a celebration in honor of Black History Month on Saturday February 27,
2016 at Arcola Lakes Park. This event is free and open to the public.
10. PUBLIC PRESENTATION:
11. CITIZENS' INPUT:
Charles Brown, Parks and Recreation Director, 215 Perviz Avenue, said that there seems to be a
disconnect between the parks department and the booster club. He is requesting a meeting with
management to get a handle on the situation before it gets out of control. He said that he does not
want to go into detail about the issues at this time.
There being no further persons to speak, Vice Mayor Holmes closed citizens forum.
12. ACTION ITEMS:
12-6: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA, FLORIDA, AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 16-9141, INCREASING THE
NUMBER OF VEHICLES TO BE LEASED FROM NINETEEN (19) TO THIRTY (30)
AND REQUIRING TWENTY-FIVE (25) OF THE VEHICLES TO BE MARKED AND
FIVE (5) UNMARKED, AND FURTHER AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO
ENTER INTO A VEHICLE/EQUIPMENT LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE
CITY OF OPA-LOCKA AND ACME AUTO LEASING (EXHIBIT "A"); PROVIDING
FOR INCORPORATION OF RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Sponsored by T.P AND T.H.
The above resolution was read by title by Attorney Brown.
It was moved by Commissioner Santiago, seconded by Commissioner Kelley for discussion.
Commissioner Kelley said that he was always supportive of securing the cars, but wants to make
sure that there will be marked cars on patrol. He said that he wants to put it on the record that he
is concerned about the financial impact it may cause moving forward.
Commissioner Santiago asked if resolution number seven was going to be a part of this plan and
the cars will be maintained properly so the City does not have to spend money anytime soon for
maintenance.
Vice Mayor Holmes said that he is very happy and pleased that the police department will be
receiving the new cars
There being no further discussion, the motion passed by a 3-0 vote.
Commissioner Kelley Yes
Commissioner Santiago Yes
Commissioner Pinder Out of Room
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Vice Mayor Holmes Yes
Mayor Taylor Not Present
13. CONSENT AGENDA:
1. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA, FLORIDA, DECLARING CERTAIN PROPERTIES IDENTIFIED BY FOLIOS
08-2122-003-1690; 08-2122-003-1680; 08-2122-003-1670 AS SURPLUS PROPERTY AND
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO DISPOSE OF THE PROPERTIESFOR
PUBLIC BENEFIT; PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION OF RECITALS;
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Sponsored by C.M.
2. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO SELL CERTAIN
PROPERTIES PREVIOUSLY DECLARED AS SURPLUS AND IDENTIFIED BY
FOLIO NUMBERS 08-2122-003-1690; 08-2122-003-1680; 08-2122-003-1670 FOR THE
BENEFIT OF THE CITY; PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION OF RECITALS;
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Sponsored by C.M.
3. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY ATTORNEY TO DEFEND THE
FERGUSON ENTERPRISES, INC. d/b/a FERGUSON WATERWORKS, VS. CITY OF
OPA-LOCKA, FLORIDA LITIGATION CASE NUMBER 16-001020-CA-01,
INVOLVING BREACH OF CONTRACT, EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY; PROVIDING
FOR INCORPORATION OF RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Sponsored by C.A.
4. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA, FLORIDA, DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO SEEK GRANT
FUNDING FOR A VICTIM'S ADVOCATE POSITION FOR THE OPA-LOCKA
POLICE DEPARTMENT; PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION OF RECITALS;
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.Sponsored by J.K.
5. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA, FLORIDA, DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO REQUIRE THE POLICE
DEPARTMENT TO CONTACT FAMILIES OF HOMICIDE VICTIMS AT LEAST
ONCE EVERY SIXTY (60) DAYS AND PROVIDE THEM WITH A PROGRESS
REPORT OF THE INVESTIGATION UNTIL THE CASE IS CONCLUDED;
PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION OF RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE. Sponsored by J.K.
7. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA, FLORIDA, DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO DEVELOP A
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN OF PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE FOR ALL
VEHICLES LEASED OR OWNED BY THE CITY; PROVIDING FOR
INCORPORATION OF RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Sponsored by L.S.
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The above resolutions were read by title by Attorney Brown.
It was moved by Commissioner Kelley, seconded by Commissioner Santiago to pass the Consent
Agenda resolutions.
The motion on the resolutions passed by a 4-0 vote.
Commissioner Pinder Yes
Commissioner Santiago Yes
Commissioner Kelley Yes
Vice Mayor Holmes Yes
Mayor Taylor Not Present
14. NEW ITEMS:
14-1: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AN
AGREEMENT WITH ST. KEVIN'S EPISCOPAL CHURCH AND J&J AMUSEMENTS,
TO STAGE A FIVE (5) DAY CARNIVAL AT INGRAM PARK; PROVIDING FOR
INCORPORATION OF RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Sponsored by T.P.
The above resolution was read by title by Attorney Brown.
It was moved by Commissioner Kelley, seconded by Commissioner Pinder to pass the
resolution.
There being no discussion, the motion on the resolution passed by a 4-0 vote.
Commissioner Santiago Yes
Commissioner Kelley Yes
Commissioner Pinder Yes
Vice Mayor Holmes Yes
Mayor Taylor Not Present
15. PLANNING & ZONING:
16. ORDINANCES/RESOLUTIONS/PUBLIC HEARING:
17. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT:
18. OFFICIAL BOARD REPORTS:
No reports at this time.
19. MAYOR/COMMISSION REPORT:
Commissioner Santiago announced that the Valentine's Day Bingo Dinner will be on February
12, 2016 at 6:00PM and everyone is invited.
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Commissioner Kelley announced the monthly outreach programs which include Farm Share on
the first (1st) Wednesday of the month at Sherbondy Village; Feeding South Florida on the third
(3`d) Friday at Segal Park; and Meet Me Monday at Belkuchy's Restaurant on Ali Baba Avenue.
He said that he has some concerns with the issues that are going on at the park and he wants the
manager to convene a meeting and handle the situation. He said that he is working on a One Stop
Tour for anti-gang violence on March 27, 2016 and will be meeting with the police department.
He said that movie night was held on last Friday, it was cold and they had to move everyone into
the CET building but the community came out. He said that he is working on an initiative to deal
with all of the abandoned homes in the City as they are an eye sore in the community. He is also
working on a women's history event. He said that he wants to meet on next Thursday because he
wants to know where the City is with the recovery plan. He said that the dais was supposed to
vote on the plan tonight, but it is not on the agenda and he is concerned.
Vice Mayor Holmes said that he knows that it is a battle that they have to fight on a day to day
basis, but they will get through it. He said that he will not go into detail about anything today, but
he thanked the citizens for their support over the years. Without the community the commission
would not be there and he respects them for that. He said that his door is always open to help
everyone.
20. OFFICIAL BOARD APPOINTMENTS:
21. ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further business to come before the Commission, it was moved by Commissioner
Pinder, seconded by Commissioner Santiago to adjourn the meeting at 7:45p.m.
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MAY Of.
ATTEST:
CITY CLERK
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