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CLERK'S ACTION SUMMARY MINUTES
REGULAR COMMISSION MEETING
WEDNESDAY,June 22, 2016
7:00 P.M.
Sherbondy Village Auditorium
215 Perviz Avenue
Opa-locka,FL 33054
1. CALL TO ORDER:
Mayor Myra Taylor called the meeting to order at 7:00p.m. on Wednesday, June 22, 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 John Riley, Commissioner Luis B. Santiago, and
Mayor Myra L. Taylor. Also in attendance were: Acting City Manager Yvette Harrell, City
Attorney Vincent T. Brown, and City Clerk Joanna Flores.
3. INVOCATION:
The invocation was delivered by Mayor Myra Taylor.
4. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited in unison.
5. AWARDS/PROCLAMATIONS/ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS:
Mayor Taylor joined by the city commission presented a proclamation to the family and friends
of the late Ms. Bessie Springfield, Miami-Dade County's first black female motorcyclist.
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 13-1, 13-9 (Commissioner Kelley); pulled 13-6 (Vice Mayor Holmes);
pulled 13-7 (Mayor Taylor); pulled 13-8 (Commissioner Riley).
7. APPROVAL OF AGENDA:
It was moved by Vice Mayor Holmes, seconded by Commissioner Kelley to approve the agenda,
consent agenda and pull list.
There being no discussion, the motion passed by a 5-0 vote.
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Commissioner Riley Yes
Commissioner Santiago Yes
Vice Mayor Holmes Yes
Commissioner Kelley Yes
Mayor Taylor Yes
8. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Regular Commission Meeting—05/02/2016.
It was moved by Commissioner Santiago, seconded by Commissioner Kelley to approve the
minutes of the Regular Commission Meeting on May 02, 2016.
There being no discussion, the motion passed by a 5-0 vote.
Commissioner Santiago Yes
Vice Mayor Holmes Yes
Commissioner Kelley Yes
Commissioner Riley Yes
Mayor Taylor Yes
Regular Commission Meeting—06/01/2016.
It was moved by Commissioner Santiago, seconded by Commissioner Kelley to approve the
minutes of the Regular Commission Meeting on June 01, 2016.
There being no discussion, the motion passed by a 5-0 vote.
Vice Mayor Holmes Yes
Commissioner Kelley Yes
Commissioner Riley Yes
Commissioner Santiago Yes
Mayor Taylor Yes
9. DISTRICT ONE/DISTRICT TWO - COUNTY COMMISSIONER REPORT
Larry Gardner, District I, Commissioner Barbara Jordan's Office, congratulated Commissioner
Riley for his appointment to the city commission. He said that he does not have any reports or
announcements at this time, but will take any issues or concerns back to Commissioner Jordan.
Commissioner Riley and Commissioner Kelley sent their regards to Commissioner Jordan for
winning the election and maintaining her seat as a District I commissioner.
Bradley Woodson, District II, Commissioner Jean Monestime's Office, congratulated
Commissioner Riley for his appointment to the city commission. He announced that a healthcare
center will be opening at the old Jackson facility to provide services to residents in the
community.
10. PUBLIC PRESENTATION:
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Joseph M. Centorino, Executive Director
Miami-Dade County Commission on Ethics and Public Trust
Re: Miami-Dade County's Honor Code and ethics training
Mr. Centorino explained the importance of having the ethics training and said that it will be for
all City employees.
Vice Mayor Holmes said that he was not for the training when the item was put on the agenda at
the last meeting because it has been ineffective in the past. He is supporting the item today.
Mr. Centorino said that Opa-locka needs the assistance of the county and should have the
assistance of the county.
Commissioner Riley said that the honor code goes in conflict with the City Charter and will need
to be amended.
City Attorney Brown said that if it is the will of the commission, the City will work with Mr.
Centorino to come up with the proper wording for the honor code.
Commissioner Kelley said that he is shocked at the sudden positive response since he had
sponsored the item at the last meeting and it was voted down unanimously, now everyone is
happy about it. He said that if an item is good for the City then it does not matter who sponsored
it.
City Attorney Brown explained to the mayor that because of the Florida Statute, the floor needs
to be opened for public input on item 13-4.
Mayor Taylor opened the floor for public input, there being no persons to speak, the floor was
closed.
The resolution was amended as follows:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-LOCKA,
FLORIDA, ADOPTING AND APPROVING AN HONOR CODE FOR ELECTED AND
APPOINTED OFFICIALS AND CITY EMPLOYEES; PROVIDING FOR
INCORPORATION OF RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Sponsored by City Attorney
It was moved by Commissioner Riley, seconded by Vice Mayor Holmes to pass the amendment.
There being no further discussion, the motion on the amendment passed by a 5-0 vote.
Commissioner Kelley Yes
Commissioner Riley Yes
Commissioner Santiago Yes
Vice Mayor Holmes Yes
Mayor Taylor Yes
It was moved by Commissioner Riley, seconded by Vice Mayor Holmes to pass the resolution.
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There being no discussion, the motion on the resolution passed by a 5-0 vote.
Commissioner Riley Yes
Commissioner Santiago Yes
Vice Mayor Holmes Yes
Commissioner Kelley Yes
Mayor Taylor Yes
A motion was made by Mayor Taylor to reset the agenda to discuss item 7.
It was moved by Commissioner Riley, seconded by Vice Mayor Holmes to reset the agenda.
There being no discussion, the motion to set the agenda passed by a 5-0 vote.
Commissioner Santiago Yes
Vice Mayor Holmes Yes
Commissioner Kelley Yes
Commissioner Riley Yes
Mayor Taylor Yes
It was moved by Commissioner Riley, seconded by Commissioner Kelley to set the agenda.
There being no discussion, the motion to reset the agenda passed by a 5-0 vote.
Vice Mayor Holmes Yes
Commissioner Kelley Yes
Commissioner Riley Yes
Commissioner Santiago Yes
Mayor Taylor Yes
11. CITIZENS' INPUT:
Alvin Burke, 1240 Jann Avenue, congratulated Commissioner Riley on his appointment to the
City Commission. He said that he wants to know why the City is getting ready to pay for a
contracted employee to receive training. He said that this person makes twenty dollars ($20.00)
an hour and should be paying for it out of their own pocket if the training is needed. If they were
hired as a contractor they should already have the experience to do the work. They also should
not be driving a City vehicle. A certified Code Enforcement officer was let go and someone was
brought in that does not even have the experience. This is not right.
Chris Roberts, 2260 Service Road, said that if the residents have a problem with the commission
they take it personal. If they want to be treated like adults then they should act like adults.
Mayor Taylor told Ms. Roberts that she should not talk about the commission; she should
address concerns regarding the City.
Ms. Roberts walked away from the podium.
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Eric Redmon said that the Acting City Manager has the qualifications to work in the position of
city manager. He said that the Finance Director does not know what she is doing and needs to be
demoted or terminated.
Steven Barrett, 633 Sharar Avenue, said that he is happy to see the ethics training being passed
for employees, it will be beneficial. He said that as citizens, people should watch what they say
about others. It is a sad day when someone is told that their head is wanted on a silver platter.
That is not right. Some of the people that are talking are benefitting from contracts that were
made by the City. He thanked Mr. Centorino for coming and presenting the ethic training.
Keslin Sanon, 1256 Burlington Street, said that his water bill is too high and not being read
properly.
Mayor Taylor asked that someone from the manager's office meet with Mr. Sanon regarding his
water bill issue.
Commissioner Riley said that a person should go through the process before coming before the
commission regarding these types of issues. He said that citizens forum needs to be revised
because people are talking about things that are out of order.
Mayor Taylor said that she allows the residents of Opa-locka to speak on any issues that they
may have without prejudice.
Commissioner Santiago agreed with the mayor that residents should be allowed to speak freely
on any situation or issues they may have, especially when there is a serious issue with the water
bills.
There being no persons to speak, Mayor Taylor closed the floor for citizens input.
12. ACTION ITEMS:
1 (13-1). A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE BROWN LAW GROUP, LLC, TO DEFEND
THE LAWSUIT BROUGHT IN THOMAS MARKO VS THE CITY OF OPA-LOCKA,
FLORIDA, E-FILING # 41780022 (EXHIBIT "A"); PROVIDING FOR
INCORPORATION OF RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Sponsored by City Attorney
The above resolution was read by Attorney Brown.
It was moved by Vice Mayor Holmes, seconded by Commissioner Kelley for discussion.
Commissioner Kelley said that he had mentioned in a previous meeting that a cap be put in place
when defending lawsuits. Because of the financial situation, the City cannot afford to pay to
defend these lawsuits. He said that he did not pull two, but they fall in the same category. There
needs to be a cap on litigation.
City Attorney Brown said that he cannot explain putting a cap in place because there is not set
proceedings on litigating cases as each case is different.
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Commissioner Kelley said that there should be a cap since the city attorney has already delayed
payments that will be absorbed into next year's budget and the budget has not been created yet.
Commissioner Riley said that an executive session needs to be had to get clarity on what
litigation is being brought to the commission in these cases.
City Attorney Brown said that he understands what Commissioner Kelley is asking. He said that
in the fast moving world of litigation, putting a cap on cases will put him in a tight spot. If a cap
is in place and he has reached it before the case is over, he cannot stop litigation because it is
against the law and he can lose his license. He said that he has a duty to continue working on the
cases regardless of timeliness of payment.
Commissioner Santiago said that there will be more lawsuits to come and he wants information
on having an in house attorney.
There being no further discussion, the motion on the resolution passed by a 5-0 vote.
Commissioner Riley Yes
Commissioner Santiago Yes
Vice Mayor Holmes Yes
Commissioner Kelley Yes
Mayor Taylor Yes
2 (13-6). A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA, FLORIDA, AMENDING RESOLUTION NUMBER 16-9186 (32 HOUR/4 DAY
WORK WEEK) TO PROVIDE A SUNSET PROVISION OF SEPTEMBER 30, 2016;
PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION OF RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE. Sponsored by Vice Mayor Holmes
The above resolution was read by Attorney Brown.
It was moved by Commissioner Riley, seconded by Vice Mayor Holmes for discussion.
Vice Mayor Holmes said that he did not realize the hardship that the employees would be facing
as a result of the 32 hour work week. He said that staff has been calling him and coming to his
office to complain about the hardship they are facing from the reduction in work hours.
Commissioner Kelley said that he is confused because it sounds like the vice mayor is talking
about a whole different resolution.
Commissioner Riley said that if it is a whole new resolution then the vice mayor will have to
bring it back at another meeting.
Vice Mayor Holmes said if that is the case then they have been conducting meetings wrong in
the past. He said that they have changed existing resolutions before and this one should be no
different from the others.
City Attorney Brown said that this is true and the resolution can be amended and voted on
tonight.
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The resolution was amended as follows:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-LOCKA,
FLORIDA, AMENDING RESOLUTION NUMBER 16-9186 (32 HOUR/4 DAY WORK
WEEK) TO PROVIDE A SUNSET PROVISION OF JULY 13, 2016; PROVIDING FOR
INCORPORATION OF RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Sponsored by Vice Mayor Holmes
The above resolution was read by Attorney Brown.
It was moved by Vice Mayor Holmes, seconded by Commissioner Kelley for discussion.
Commissioner Kelley said that everyone knows that he was never for this item in the first place
and wants to be sure of the amended date so that he can support it.
Acting City Manager Harrell advised the commission that a letter has to be sent to the governor
informing him of this change as it will affect the budget. She said that even if it is voted on
today, the board has the authority to deny the legislation.
City Attorney Brown said that the item will be voted on tonight by this board and then sent to the
oversight board.
There being no further discussion, the motion on the amendment passed by a 5-0 vote.
Vice Mayor Holmes Yes
Commissioner Kelley Yes
Commissioner Riley Yes
Commissioner Santiago Yes
Mayor Taylor Yes
There being no further discussion, the motion on the resolution passed by a 5-0 vote.
Commissioner Santiago Yes
Vice Mayor Holmes Yes
Commissioner Kelley Yes
Commissioner Riley Yes
Mayor Taylor Yes
3 (13-7). A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA, FLORIDA, REQUIRING THE CITY MANAGER AND ITS STAFF TO
DEVELOP A BENEFITS PACKAGE FOR CITY OFFICERS (CITY CLERK, CITY
MANAGER AND IN-HOUSE CITY ATTORNEY) TO BE UNIFORMLY APPLIED;
PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION OF RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE. Sponsored by Commissioner Kelley
The above resolution was read by Attorney Brown.
It was moved by Commissioner Kelley, seconded by Mayor Taylor for discussion.
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Mayor Taylor said that she does not have a problem with the sick and annual leave because it is
already set, but she has a problem with the manager developing his/her own benefits package.
She said that the manager and the clerk have separate functions and should not be creating their
own packages.
City Attorney Brown said that the purpose of the resolution is to have a package developed and
presented to the commission for review and approval.
Mayor Taylor said that should not be so.
Commissioner Santiago agreed with the mayor.
Commissioner Riley proposed to amend the resolution.
Commissioner Kelley said that he is concerned with the payouts received by Mr. Chiverton and
after speaking with the attorney he was told that there is no policy in place regarding payouts for
elected officials. He wants a package and policy put in place to avoid this kind of situation in the
future.
Mayor Taylor made a motion to reach out to the league and have them gather the information to
be provided to the commission to compile a benefits package for the appointed officials.
Commissioner Riley said that the package cannot be uniform because the positions are different
and cannot be the same.
Commissioner Kelley said that he will defer the item until the next meeting since there are
unanswered questions. He reminded the commission that since there is currently no provision in
place, it leaves the city vulnerable in case anyone wanted to do what Mr. Chiverton did.
Mayor Taylor asked Commissioner Kelley to take on the task of developing the packages since
he feels so strongly about it.
Vice Mayor Holmes said that Commissioner Kelley has deferred the item and they need to move
forward. If they have to find someone on the outside to do the work then so be it, but they need
to move forward with the meeting.
City Attorney Brown said that since he is not affected by the resolution, he will volunteer to
prepare a benefits package for the appointed officers. He proposed that an amendment be made
to reflect this.
Commissioner Kelley said that he agrees to the amendment.
The resolution was amended as follows:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-LOCKA,
FLORIDA, REQUIRING THE CITY ATTORNEY TO GATHER INFORMATION FOR
A BENEFITS PACKAGE FOR CITY OFFICERS (CITY CLERK, CITY MANAGER
AND IN-HOUSE CITY ATTORNEY) TO BE UNIFORMLY APPLIED; PROVIDING
FOR INCORPORATION OF RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Sponsored by Commissioner Kelley
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The above resolution was read by Attorney Brown.
It was moved by Commissioner Kelley, seconded by Mayor Taylor to amend the resolution.
There being no further discussion, the motion on the amendment passed by a 5-0 vote.
Commissioner Riley Yes
Commissioner Santiago Yes
Vice Mayor Holmes Yes
Commissioner Kelley Yes
Mayor Taylor Yes
There being no further discussion, the motion on the resolution passed by a 5-0 vote.
Commissioner Santiago Yes
Vice Mayor Holmes Yes
Commissioner Kelley Yes
Commissioner Riley Yes
Mayor Taylor Yes
4 (13-8). A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA, FLORIDA, REQUIRING THE CITY'S SICK AND ANNUAL LEAVE PAYOUT
POLICIES TO BE UNIFORMLY APPLIED TO FULL-TIME AND PART-TIME
EMPLOYEES (UNION AND NON-UNION) AND CITY OFFICERS (THE CITY
CLERK, CITY MANAGER AND IN-HOUSE CITY ATTORNEY); PROVIDING FOR
INCORPORATION OF RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Sponsored by Commissioner Kelley
The above resolution was read by Attorney Brown.
It was moved by Commissioner Kelley, seconded by Mayor Taylor for discussion.
Commissioner Kelley said this item is similar to the previous and will apply to all employees.
Mayor Taylor asked if there was a policy for City employees.
City Attorney Brown said that the current policies that are in place does not apply to appointed
officials.
Commissioner Kelley said that is why he wants the policy in place so that it applies to everyone.
He said that there is nothing for anyone to do; it only needs to be implemented.
Mayor Taylor and Commissioner Riley voiced their concerns about the resolution and how it
would affect the charter.
Commissioner Kelley deferred the item until the next meeting since there were concerns about
the resolution superseding the ordinance.
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5 (13-9). A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA, FLORIDA, DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO CONDUCT A
FEASIBILITY STUDY ON THE OUTSOURCING OF CERTAIN CITY RELATED
FUNCTIONS AND SERVICES; PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION OF RECITALS;
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Sponsored by Commissioner Santiago
The above resolution was read by Attorney Brown.
It was moved by Commissioner Kelley, seconded by Commissioner Riley for discussion.
Commissioner Kelley said that he knows that the sponsor put the item on the agenda before the
state stepped in to help. At this point, the oversight board will be looking at all of the functions
and services of the City so he does not see the need for this. He asked for clarity.
Commissioner Santiago said that the parks and recreation department is not generating. He has
also been told that one of the facilities is being leased and no revenue is being collected. He also
addressed Public Works.
Commissioner Kelley said that two (2) departments should not be picked out when all
departments need to be evaluated.
Vice Mayor Holmes said that nothing needs to be outsourced; it needs to be done in house. He
said that the Public Works employees need to be brought back and the work needs to be done in
house.
Commissioner Riley asked where the time will come from to do this study to determine cost.
Mayor Taylor said that the manager knows most of what is entailed in the study so it will not
take much time to do.
There being no further discussion, the motion on the resolution passed by a 5-0 vote.
Vice Mayor Holmes Yes
Commissioner Kelley Yes
Commissioner Riley Yes
Commissioner Santiago Yes
Mayor Taylor Yes
13. CONSENT AGENDA:
1 (13-2). A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE BROWN LAW GROUP, LLC, TO DEFEND
THE LAWSUIT BROUGHT IN GRACE ACADEMY INTERNATIONAL, INC. VS. THE
CITY OF OPA-LOCKA, FLORIDA, CASE #: 2016-CA-013329 (EXHIBIT "A");
PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION OF RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE. Sponsored by City Attorney
2 (13-3). A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO PAY THE BROWN
LAW GROUP, LLC, FOR OUTSIDE LITIGATION, EVICTION AND LIEN
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RECOVERY SERVICES AS SET FORTH IN EXHIBIT "A"; PROVIDING FOR
INCORPORATION OF RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Sponsored by City Attorney
3 (13-5). A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA, FLORIDA, REQUIRING THE CITY MANAGER AND HIS DEPARTMENT
DIRECTORS TO ATTEND ETHICS TRAINING WITH THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY
COMMISSION ON ETHICS; PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION OF RECITALS;
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Sponsored by Vice Mayor Holmes
The above resolutions were read by title by Attorney Brown.
It was moved by Vice Mayor Holmes, seconded by Commissioner Riley to pass the resolutions.
There being no discussion, the motion on the resolutions passed by a 5-0 vote.
Commissioner Kelley Yes
Commissioner Riley Yes
Commissioner Santiago Yes
Vice Mayor Holmes Yes
Mayor Taylor Yes
Commissioner Kelley asked the mayor if the policy has changed regarding allowing citizen's to
speak during citizens' input. He said that the policy is for the citizen to speak on their issue and
then the manager can direct his/her staff to address the issue. He said tonight he has witnessed
commissioners speaking on the issues of the citizens and providing dialogue regarding their
situation and this should not be so. He said that he would like to address some of these issues as
well, but he remains quiet with respect to the policy.
Mayor Taylor said that the policy has not changed.
14. NEW ITEMS:
15. PLANNING & ZONING:
16. ORDINANCES/RESOLUTIONS/PUBLIC HEARING:
A. FIRST READING ORDINANCE(S):
1 (16-1). AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA, FLORIDA, AMENDING ORDINANCE 15-31, SECTION 22-118 PROPERTY
MAINTENANCE, "I", OF THE LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATION DEALING
WITH EXTERIOR COLOR STANDARDS FOR COMMERCIAL BUILDINGS,
INDUSTRIAL BUILDINGS, MULTI-FAMILY BUILDINGS, DUPLEX RESIDENCES
AND SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENCES; FURTHER PROVIDING FOR RESTRICTIONS
AND REQUIREMENTS FOR THE EXTERIOR COLORING OF EXISTING AND NEW
COMMERCIAL, INDUSTRIAL AND RESIDENTIAL STRUCTURES; FURTHER
PROVIDING FOR THE VARIANCE PROCESS FROM THE COLOR
REQUIREMENTS OF THIS ORDINANCE FOR INDUSTRIAL ZONED PROPERTY
BUILDINGS; CONTAINING A REPEALER PROVISION AND SEVERABILITY
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CLAUSE; PROVIDING FOR INCLUSION IN THE LAND DEVELOPMENT
REGULATION AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Sponsored by City
Manager
The above ordinance was read by title by Attorney Brown.
It was moved by Commissioner Riley, seconded by Commissioner Santiago to pass the
ordinance on first reading.
There being no discussion, the motion on the ordinance passed by a 5-0 vote.
Commissioner Santiago Yes
Vice Mayor Holmes Yes
Commissioner Kelley Yes
Commissioner Riley Yes
Mayor Taylor Yes
B. SECOND READING ORDINANCE(S)/PUBLIC HEARING:
17. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT:
Acting City Manager Harrell said that she has provided a report to the dais and is available to
take any questions that they may have.
Commissioner Kelley said that he wants the manager to put it on the record that she has not
taken funds out of the water and sewer funds before receiving approval from the commission. He
also asked that she addressed the citizens concern regarding the contracted employee.
Acting City Manager Harrell said that the article that was printed in the herald is false and
slanderous. She said that she has not taken anything out without advisement from the bank. She
said that she did not know which employee the citizen was referring too.
Commissioner Kelley said that if there is not contracted employee then she has nothing to
explain.
Commissioner Santiago thanked the manager for explaining and clearing up any discrepancies
that was written in the article. He said that he knows that she will not jeopardize her integrity.
18. OFFICIAL BOARD REPORTS:
No reports at this time.
19. MAYOR/COMMISSION REPORT:
Commissioner Santiago said that the 4th of July event will be held as scheduled.
Commissioner Kelley said that he hosted the annual father and son fishing event on last
Saturday; movie night was not held this month, but will resume next month; Farm Share and
feeding South Florida are still held monthly as scheduled.
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Mayor Taylor asked the male employees if they enjoyed the fish fry that she hosted for Father's
Day. She congratulated Commissioner Riley on his appointment to the City commission. She
said that they went through the proper channels for appointing a person to fill the vacant
commissioner's seat. She said that the media is printing that the state has taken over and this is
not true, they are here to assist in getting the City back on track.
20. OFFICIAL BOARD APPOINTMENTS:
21. ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further business to come before the Commission, the meeting adjourned at
9:41p.m.
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