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CLERK'S ACTION SUMMARY MINUTES
REGULAR COMMISSION MEETING
WEDNESDAY,June 28, 2017
7:00 P.M.
Sherbondv Village Auditorium
215 Perviz Avenue
Opa-locka,FL 33054
1. CALL TO ORDER:
Mayor Myra Taylor called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 28, 2017 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 Joseph L. Kelley, Commissioner Timothy Holmes, and Commissioner Matthew Pigatt.
Also in attendance were: City Manager Yvette Harrell, City Attorney Vincent T. Brown, and
City Clerk Joanna Flores. Commissioner John Riley was not in attendance.
3. INVOCATION:
The invocation was delivered by Vice Mayor Joseph L. Kelley.
4. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited in unison.
5. AWARDS/PROCLAMATIONS/ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS:
The City Commission presented proclamations to Larry Gardner, District I, Commissioner
Barbara Jordan, and City Manager Yvette Harrell for the work they do on behalf of the City.
Professionals Sharing With a Purpose (PSWAP) thanked Commissioner Holmes, Commissioner
Pigatt, Parks and Recreation Director Charles Brown, and City Attorney Brown for their
contributions to the swimming program.
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: deferred 13-11, pulled 13-1, 13-5, 13-6, 13-7, 13-10 and 13-12 (Vice Mayor
Kelley); pulled
7. APPROVAL OF AGENDA:
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It was moved by Commissioner Holmes, seconded by Vice Mayor Kelley to approve the agenda,
consent agenda and pull list.
There being no discussion, the motion passed by a 4-0 vote.
Commissioner Riley Not Present
Commissioner Holmes Yes
Vice Mayor Kelley Yes
Commissioner Pigatt Yes
Mayor Taylor Yes
8. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Regular Commission Meeting Minutes—November 09, 2017
It was moved by Commissioner Holmes, seconded by Vice Mayor Kelley to approve the minutes
of the Regular Commission Meeting Minutes November 09, 2017.
There being no discussion, the motion passed by a 5-0 vote.
Commissioner Riley Not Present
Commissioner Holmes Yes
Vice Mayor Kelley Yes
Commissioner Pigatt Yes
Mayor Taylor Yes
Special Commission Meeting Minutes—November 17, 2017
It was moved by Commissioner Holmes, seconded by Vice Mayor Kelley to approve the minutes
of the Special Commission Meeting Minutes November 17, 2017.
There being no discussion, the motion passed by a 5-0 vote.
Commissioner Riley Not Present
Commissioner Holmes Yes
Vice Mayor Kelley Yes
Commissioner Pigatt Yes
Mayor Taylor Yes
9. DISTRICT ONE/DISTRICT TWO - COUNTY COMMISSIONER REPORT
Larry Gardner, Commissioner Barbara Jordan's Office, District I, had an update on the Amazon
development that Vice Mayor Kelley inquired about and the job openings will be forwarded to
the clerk's office.
Vice Mayor Kelley thanked Mr. Gardner and let him know that he has met with a contact person
from the foundation.
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Commissioner Holmes thanked Mr. Gardner again for the work he is doing on behalf of the City
and then asked what the status was on the eighty 980) year old woman that had reached out to
this office for assistance.
Mr. Gardner said that the lady had contacted his office, but he does not know where her issue
stands at this time; he will find out and let him know.
10. PUBLIC PRESENTATION:
11. CITIZENS' INPUT:
Eric Redmon, Villa Francine, said that he has been staying away from the meetings and has
written multiple grievances. He wants to know what the agreement is regarding the settlement on
item 13-8. The majority of the lawsuits now come from the city attorney, he is the problem.
Everyone knows that the attorney received a lucrative contract through the late former
Commissioner Terence Pinder and kickbacks were involved. The city attorney is running the city
from the City Manager's Office and it is not right. As long as he is the city attorney there will be
more lawsuits; it is time for a new attorney.
Calvin Sweeting and Marie Cooper came before the commission and said that Ms. Cooper had
closed her business in March and was told that she would receive her deposit; to date she has not
received anything. She is also displeased with what the billing department is saying the amount
is. The deposit was two hundred fifty dollars ($250.00) and the City is refunding her one hundred
twenty two dollars ($122.00).
Mayor Taylor instructed the manager to have someone from her staff meet the former business
owners.
Natasha Ervin, 670 Dunad Avenue, said that everyone is aware that on Friday a city manager
will be selected. She has sat in the interviews for the last city manager and she watch candidates
come in and be interviewed and then they left. The one candidate that did not leave ended up
getting the job. The residents thought that this was planned. She hopes that on Friday when the
city manager is chosen, it is not someone who has been preselected and fired in ninety (90) days
and leaves with resources that the City does not have. If she sees this happening, she is going to
ask for everyone to be charged for misfeasance and malfeasance because at some point everyone
has to do what is right. What went on with Steve Shiver was not right.
12. ACTION ITEMS:
1 (13-3). A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE A
SECOND LEASE AMENDMENT WITH ARTS ACADEMY OF EXCELLENCE, INC.,
IN A FORM THAT IS ACCEPTABLE TO THE CITY ATTORNEY, ALLOWING
TENANT TO EXTEND THE LEASE FOR THREE ADDITIONAL TERMS OF ONE (1)
YEAR EACH WITH A 3% MONTHLY RENT INCREASE FOR EACH RENEWED
TERM; PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION OF RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE. Sponsored by City Manager
The above resolution was read by Attorney Brown.
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It was moved by Vice Mayor Kelley, seconded by Commissioner Holmes for discussion.
Vice Mayor Kelley said that he is trying to understand why the lease needs to be extended for
three (3) years not knowing what the market will be doing.
City Manager Harrell said that because it is a charter school the school board needs to see that
there is longevity and the City will benefit by the renewal increase every year. It will be
beneficial regardless of what the market will reflect.
Vice Mayor Kelley said the he is still concerned.
Commissioner Pigatt asked what the price per square feet was compared to the market rate.
City Manager Harrell said that current price is actually higher than the market and the 3%
increase per year will outpace the market.
Vice Mayor Kelley said that he does not want to set precedence that there is a fixed fee when the
City can earn more revenue if things should change in the future.
Commissioner Pigatt asked the manager how the price per square foot compares to the current
market.
City Manager Harrell said that the price per square foot exceeds what the market rate is currently
and will increase yearly. The tenant will be paying more because of the 3% increase.
Commissioner Pigatt said that he believes it is good for the City and guaranteed revenue for the
City for the next five (5) years.
There being no further discussion, the motion on the resolution passed by a 3-1 vote.
Commissioner Riley Not Present
Commissioner Holmes Yes
Vice Mayor Kelley No
Commissioner Pigatt Yes
Mayor Taylor Yes
2 (13-5). A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE FINANCE DIRECTOR AND THE CHIEF
OF POLICE TO SEEK FUNDING FOR BODY CAMERAS FROM THE JUSTICE
ASSISTANCE GRANTS PROGRAM (JAG) UNDER APPLICATION # 2015-H2506-FL-
DJ, FOR POLICE OFFICERS; PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION OF RECITALS;
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Sponsored by City Manager
The above resolution was read by Attorney Brown.
It was moved by Vice Mayor Kelley, seconded by Commissioner Pigatt for discussion.
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Vice Mayor Kelley asked why the Finance Director and the Chief of Police is seeking funding
when it should be the Grants Writer.
City Manager Harrell said that there is currently no Grants Writer. All of the grants in the City
are under noncompliance and she did not want to put someone in position to deal with those
grants. There is no one being paid as Grants Writer. The Finance Department is researching and
addressing the grants and making an effort to come into compliance with all of them before
appointing someone into that position. The chief has to be involved because he will be in charge
of the funding for his department. The Finance Director also has to monitor the funding.
Mayor Taylor asked if the funding had to be matched.
City Manager Harrell said, "No."
There being no further discussion, the motion on the resolution passed by a 4-0 vote.
Vice Mayor Kelley Yes
Commissioner Pigatt Yes
Commissioner Riley Not Present
Commissioner Holmes Yes
Mayor Taylor Yes
3 (13-6). A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO SETTLE, SATISFY
AND EXECUTE LIEN RELEASES IN MITIGATION OF CODE ENFORCEMENT
LIENS ON PROPERTY LOCATED AT 401 OPA-LOCKA BOULEVARD, OPA-LOCKA,
FLORIDA, IN THE AMOUNT OF $7,890.68; PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION OF
RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Sponsored by City Manager
The above resolution was read by Attorney Brown.
It was moved by Commissioner Holmes, seconded by Vice Mayor Kelley for discussion.
Vice Mayor Kelley asked the city manager if the recommended amount will cause an issue in the
future.
City Manager Harrell said that there will be no issue, the amount was increased by 75% and it
was just a recommendation and not an order.
Vice Mayor Kelley asked the attorney if this was the norm.
City Attorney Brown said that there is a process. The magistrate has to mitigate his end
determines if there was a violation and make the final recommendation for the commission to
approve/deny the amount of the settlement.
There being no further discussion, the motion on the resolution passed by a 4-0 vote.
Commissioner Holmes Yes
Vice Mayor Kelley Yes
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Commissioner Pigatt Yes
Commissioner Riley Not Present
Mayor Taylor Yes
4 (13-7). A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO WRITE A LETTER
OF SUPPORT FOR OPA-LOCKA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION'S
("OLCDC") APPLICATION TO THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
ADMINISTRATION'S ("EDA") REGIONAL INNOVATION STRATEGIES
PROGRAM; PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION OF RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR
AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Sponsored by City Manager
The above resolution was read by Attorney Brown.
It was moved by Vice Mayor Kelley, seconded by Commissioner Pigatt for discussion.
Vice Mayor Kelley said that he is not clear on what the letter is about and why it is needed.
Commissioner Pigatt said that he is confused as to why this item had to come before the
commission and why couldn't the manager write this support letter on her own.
City Manager Harrell said that it was brought before the commission to avoid situations that
have raised concern from the commission in the past.
Commissioner Pigatt asked the dais why is this a policy when the City should be taking
advantage of every opportunity that benefits the City.
Mayor Taylor told Commissioner Pigatt that it is not a bad policy and the commission should
know what the manager is signing before sending anything out because they dais is responsible
also, not just the manager. She told the commissioner if he does not agree with the policy then he
can bring back legislation to change it.
Commissioner Pigatt said that is what he will do.
There being no further discussion, the motion on the resolution passed by a 3-1 vote.
Commissioner Holmes Yes
Vice Mayor Kelley No
Commissioner Pigatt Yes
Commissioner Riley Not Present
Mayor Taylor Yes
5 (13-10). A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA, FLORIDA, GRANTING THE CITY MANAGER AND THE CITY ATTORNEY
THE AUTHORITY TO ESTABLISH A CITY OF OPA-LOCKA NON-PROFIT ENTITY
AND APPLY FOR FEDERAL TAX EXEMPT STATUS FOR THAT ENTITY;
PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION OF RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE. Sponsored by Mayor Taylor
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The above resolution was read by Attorney Brown.
It was moved by Commissioner Holmes, seconded by Vice Mayor Kelley for discussion.
Vice Mayor Kelley asked for clarity from the sponsor on the intent of the resolution.
Mayor Taylor said that it gives other organizations an opportunity to come into the City and offer
different services. Having a 501(c)(3) makes this possible.
Vice Mayor Kelley asked who will be monitoring this since the staff is already short and no one
is available. He said that now is not the time for this.
City Manager Harrell said that becoming a non-profit organization makes it easier for people to
reach out and provide funding because they know they will be able to receive a tax write off.
This resolution is simply to establish the City as an entity.
Vice Mayor Kelley said that more information will be needed before he can support this item.
Commissioner Pigatt said that he agrees with the concerns from the vice mayor. He asked that
the item be deferred and brought back once additional information has been outlined.
Mayor Taylor deferred the item until the next meeting.
6 (13-12). A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA, FLORIDA, REQUESTING THAT THE STATE OF FLORIDA ALLOCATE
MONEY TO COMPLETE RENOVATIONS ON HISTORIC CITY HALL LOCATED AT
777 SHARAZAD BOULEVARD IN OPA-LOCKA; PROVIDING FOR
INCORPORATION OF RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Sponsored by Commissioner Holmes
The above resolution was read by Attorney Brown.
It was moved by Vice Mayor Kelley, seconded by Commissioner Holmes for discussion.
Vice Mayor Kelley asked the city manager if any of the amounts that will be paid are
reimbursable.
City Manager Harrell said that the remaining amount that it will take to complete the renovations
will come out of the City's coffers. All of the funding sources have been expended because the
project has gone over budget by several hundred thousand dollars and there are no reimbursable
funds at this time.
Vice Mayor Kelley said that it was recommended awhile back that the state allow the City to
recoup some of the monies that were spent.
City Manager Harrell said that there is no reimbursable dollars. The City asked the state if it
could use the one point two million dollars ($1,200,000.00) from the reserves to complete the
renovations and have yet to receive a response. They are hesitant to give a response not knowing
what is in the accounts.
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Commissioner Holmes said that there is money in the accounts and so much money has already
been put in to the building and if something is not done soon, the rain will come and what has
been done will go down the drain. Utilize the money that is in the bank. He asked the manager if
the mold problem has been corrected at Segal Park.
City Manager Harrell said, "No."
Mayor Taylor agreed with Commissioner Holmes and said that hurricane season is here and the
structure needs to be secure.
Commissioner Pigatt asked the manager if the City reached out to the state and asked to borrow
money.
City Manager Harrell said, "No." The City asked to use its own money to complete the
renovations and have yet to receive an answer on the funds being used.
Commissioner Pigatt said that the state needs to know that we need to secure the building
immediately. He asked if the resolution can be amended to include that the commission feels
strongly that it needs to complete the city hall and would like to allocate funds for that.
Mayor Taylor asked the manager if the City has ever applied for funds for the city hall building
based on its historic history.
City Manager Harrell said that she is not aware of the City applying for any funding based on
that, but she will find out and let them know.
Vice Mayor Kelley said that he has said this earlier when asked where the money will come
from. He agrees that the resolution needs to be amended to reflect that the City will be using its
own money to save the building.
Commissioner Holmes asked that the resolution reflect that the city commission sponsored the
item and not just him.
Commissioner Pigatt said that at a minimum the building needs to be secured even if the total
project is not complete.
Vice Mayor Kelley said that the sponsor wanted the project complete. He suggested that the
resolution include options for negotiating i.e. option 1) approve full amount, option 2) approve
partial amount, etc...
City Attorney Brown said that normally you would ask for what you want and then move from
there.
Vice Mayor Kelley said that the City has to start somewhere and it needs to be in the resolution
that is before them.
City Manager Harrell said that she was just informed that the money from the reserves that was
previously suggested to use is not available for that. However there is another account that the
funds could come from. She also said that Miami-Dade County will request their money back if
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the project is not complete. The amount that may have to be paid back to the county is
somewhere around two million dollars ($2,000,000.00) and the project needs around seven
hundred thousand dollars ($700,000.00) to complete.
City Attorney Brown said that the resolution should including that information informing the
state that the City will have to pay back even more money as opposed to completing the project
in the time that is being allowed. Section 2 of the therefore clause should include that the city
commission of the City of Opa-locka, Florida hereby requests the State of Florida to approve an
allocation of money from City funds to complete the repair to the roof and secure historic city
hall located at 777 Sharazad Boulevard
An amendment was also made to the resolution as follows:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-LOCKA,
FLORIDA, HEREBY REQUESTS THE STATE OF FLORIDA TO APPROVE AN
ALLOCATION OF MONEY TO FROM CITY FUNDS TO COMPLETE THE REPAIR
TO THE ROOF AND SECURE HISTORIC CITY HALL LOCATED AT 777
SHARAZAD BOULEVARD IN OPA-LOCKA; PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION
OF RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Sponsored by City
Commission
It was moved by Vice Mayor Kelley, seconded by Commissioner Holmes and Commissioner
Pigatt to pass the resolution.
There being no further discussion, the motion on the amendment passed by a 4-0 vote.
Commissioner Holmes Yes
Vice Mayor Kelley Yes
Commissioner Pigatt Yes
Commissioner Riley Not Present
Mayor Taylor Yes
There being no further discussion, the motion on the resolution passed by a 4-0 vote.
Commissioner Holmes Yes
Vice Mayor Kelley Yes
Commissioner Pigatt Yes
Commissioner Riley Not Present
Mayor Taylor Yes
7 (13-13). A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA, FLORIDA, REQUESTING THAT THE STATE OF FLORIDA ALLOCATE
MONEY TO REPAIR NORTHWEST 38TH AVENUE LOCATED IN OPA-LOCKA,
FLORIDA; PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION OF RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR
AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Sponsored by Commissioner Holmes
The above resolutions were read by Attorney Brown.
It was moved by Vice Mayor Kelley, seconded by Commissioner Holmes for discussion.
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Vice Mayor Kelley said that there are a lot of bad streets and if this item is passes as is then it
will allow for everyone on every street to request that their street be fixed. He asked the manager
if a conversation was had regarding the City getting funding for this or a loan being given.
City Manager Harrell said that a request was made to the City, but the response was that it was
not budgeted for. She said that there needs to be a more detailed conversation with the State.
Commissioner Pigatt asked the sponsor if the item can be deferred until more communication
takes place between the State and the City, and the manager can get more information ono the
funding.
Commissioner Holmes said that you have million dollar businesses in that area and the City will
lose the businesses if the roads are not repaired.
Commissioner Holmes deferred the item.
13. CONSENT AGENDA:
1 (13-1). A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO PIGGYBACK ON
THE CITY OF ORLANDO'S SERVICE AGREEMENT WITH ARAMARK UNIFORM
SERVICES AND ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT FOR UNIFORMS, IN A FORM
THAT IS ACCEPTABLE TO THE CITY ATTORNEY IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO
EXCEED $9,733.88; PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION OF RECITALS;
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Sponsored by City Manager
2 (13-3). A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO PIGGYBACK ON
THE STATE OF FLORIDA'S CONTRACT WITH DELL COMPUTERS AND EENTER
INTO AN AGREEMENT FOR TWENTY-FIVE LAPTOPS WITH ACCESSORIES FOR
POLICE VEHICLES, IN A FORM THAT IS ACCEPTABLE TO THE CITY
ATTORNEY, IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $74,000.00; PROVIDING FOR
INCORPORATION OF RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Sponsored by City Manager
3 (13-4). A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER AND THE CITY POLICE
CHIEF TO ENTER INTO A MUTUAL AID AGREEMENT (MAA) AND A JOINT
DECLARATION PURSUANT TO THE MUTUAL AID AGREEMENT WITH THE
CITY OF NORTH MIAMI, FLORIDA, IN SUBSTANTIALLY THE FORM ATTACHED
HERETO, FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT SERVICES AND RESOURCES EFFECTIVE
THROUGH AND INCLUDING DECEMBER 31, 2021; PROVIDING FOR
INCORPORATION OF RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Sponsored by City Manager
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4 (13-8). A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA, FLORIDA, APPROVING THE SETTLEMENT OF THE LITIGATION
STYLED UNIVERSAL WASTE SERVICES OF FLORIDA AND JOSEPH SPIEZIO, III
VS. CITY OF OPA-LOCKA, CASE NO. 2017-004131CA-01, IN THE ELEVENTH
JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COURT AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER AND THE
CITY ATTORNEY TO EXECUTE THE SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT AND MUTUAL
RELEASE OF CLAIMS AND ANY ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS PERTAINING TO
THE SETTLEMENT, IN A FORM ACCEPTABLE TO THE CITY ATTORNEY, AND
TO TAKE ALL ACTIONS NECESSARY TO IMPLEMENT THE TERMS AND
CONDITIONS OF THE SETTLEMENT; PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION OF
RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Sponsored by City Attorney
5 (13-9). A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE BROWN LAW GROUP, LLC, TO
REPRESENT THE CITY OF OPA-LOCKA IN LEVY HOLDINGS, LLC VS. CITY OF
OPA-LOCKA, CASE NO. 2017-014247-CA-01; PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION
OF RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Sponsored by City Attorney
The above resolutions were read by Attorney Brown.
It was moved by Vice Mayor Kelley, seconded by Commissioner Holmes to pass the resolutions.
The motion on the resolutions passed by a 4-0 vote.
Commissioner Pigatt Yes
Commissioner Riley Not Present
Commissioner Holmes Yes
Vice Mayor Kelley Yes
Mayor Taylor Yes
15. PLANNING & ZONING:
A. HEARINGS:
1. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA, FLORIDA, TO CONSIDER THE REQUEST OF ALL FLORIDA LAND
CLEANING, INC'S REQUEST FOR SITE PLAN APPROVAL TO COMPLETE THE
DEVELOPMENT OF THEIR PROPERTY AT 3805 NW 132ND STREET, OPA-LOCKA,
FL 33054 IDENTIFIED BY FOLIO 08-2129-010-0090, LOT SIZE: 204,733 SQUARE
FEET (4.7 AC) PURSUANT TO ORDINANCE 15-31; PROVIDING FOR
INCORPORATION OF RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Sponsored by City Manager
The above resolution was read by Attorney Brown.
Mayor Taylor opened the floor for a public hearing. There being no persons to speak on the
public hearing and the floor was closed.
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It was moved by Commissioner Pigatt, seconded by Vice Mayor Kelley for discussion.
Vice Mayor Kelley said that he is not sure what got lost in the process and asked if someone
from staff can relay the information.
Planning & Community Development Director Gregory Gay said that this is an application that
expands on the previous application that was submitted by All Florida Land Cleaning. The
current use for the site is the maintenance and storage of their trucks. They will now be using the
second portion of their site and this is what the application is for.
Commissioner Pigatt asked if this is on the parking lot side of their property.
Mr. Gay said, "Yes."
Vice Mayor Kelley asked about the job opportunities for Opa-locka residents since the company
is expanding. Has the company signed on with CareerSource?
Mr. Gay said that the company had promised job opportunities. He is unsure if they have signed
up through CareerSource because not all companies go through CareerSource; some of them hire
directly.
Vice Mayor Kelley asked if anyone was keeping track of these actions. He asked the attorney if
the companies can provide some kind of ninety (90) day report that shows that they are
interviewing or hiring residents from the community.
City Attorney Brown said that he will get with H.R. and Community Development to see if they
can come up with something.
There being no further discussion, the motion on the resolution passed by a 4-0 vote.
Commissioner Holmes Yes
Vice Mayor Kelley Yes
Commissioner Pigatt Yes
Commissioner Riley Not Present
Mayor Taylor Yes
B. APPEALS:
16. ORDINANCES/RESOLUTIONS/PUBLIC HEARING:
A. FIRST READING ORDINANCE(S):
B. SECOND READING ORDINANCE(S)/PUBLIC HEARING:
C. RESOLUTIONS:
17. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT:
City Manager Harrell said that this may be her last report as city manager, but she will stay on
assist the new city manager with what is needed moving forward. Patty Nelson, the board liaison
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just sent an e-mail stating that the loans are not frozen, but there is a hesitation that the City will
not be able to pay its vendors while waiting on the reimbursements. They are asking that the City
includes the repayment of the loan in the budget amendment so the projects can start again. The
state recently approved the MOU with the county. They have conditionally approved the
Climerge Accounting Firm, but want certain things put in place in terms of the contract. They
have sent letters regarding the waste haulers and the selection process for the city manager and
neither of those two (2) letters was sent directly to her. There have been reports in the media that
the City is worse off than it was a year ago and that is not true; the City is actively working hard
to move forward and head toward financial stability and there is money in the bank. On Friday
there will be a selection for a new city manager and she is suggesting that they work together
with the new manager to get the City to where it needs to be. She thanked each of the city
commission for their support and guidance during her tenure and also thanked the residents for
allowing her to serve.
Mayor Taylor asked the manager if she wanted to stay on until the level two background checks
came back. There was a glitch with that process and it will take more time than anticipated to get
back the results.
Vice Mayor Kelley said that he is confused as to why the events have taken this sudden turn.
Even though the separation agreement has not been approved by the state, the commission can
still hire an interim and then there would be no need for the manager to stay on. He is surprised
that this conversation is going on.
Mayor Taylor said that July 1, 2017 is days away and then the City will not have a manager. She
thinks the manager should stay on until a manager is selected.
City Attorney Brown told the dais that he understands the vice mayor's concerns and it can go
either way. The commission can either select an interim now or ask the manager if she can stay
on until after the manager is selected and the level two background check has come back.
Commissioner Pigatt said that he will sponsor an item to appoint an interim city manager and
then extend the scope to find a candidate that is qualified to do the job.
Vice Mayor Kelley said that something does not smell right with what is going on right now.
Everyone received the e-mail concerning the level one and level two and it was opened up to
everyone who wanted to apply. Time is critical and someone needs to step into the seat to select
a manager. The process needs to move forward or extend the current manager's time.
Commissioner Pigatt asked if a resolution can be made to extend the process.
City Attorney Brown said that if it is the will of the commission they can reject all applications
and have the city clerk re-advertise it to anyone who would like to apply.
Commissioner Pigatt asked if the interviews can go on and then the decision be made on Friday.
City Attorney Brown said that this can be done on Friday.
Vice Mayor Kelley said that he does not want the candidates to have a false sense of possibility
of employment if the applications will be rejected anyway. He asked that the interviews move
forward and a candidate is chosen; all five commissioners should be present.
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City Attorney Brown said that a waiver should be created for the level 2 background check since
it will not be back by Friday.
The city commission agreed.
City Attorney Brown asked what will happen if the current manager decides to stay. He said that
he hears three (3) things; 1) interview and make a selection, 2) reject all applicants and re-
advertise; 3) Appoint an interim city manager to carry out the functions of the City. The
signatories on the bank accounts will need to change. He does not have any clear direction and
would like for the commission to have a unified voice.
Mayor Taylor said that someone needs to be picked on Friday because they have already gone
through the process. The only issue is that whoever is picked will be pending a level two
background check.
Commissioner Pigatt said that he would like to sponsor the resolutions.
City Attorney Brown said that if the manager chooses to stay until the process is complete there
will be no need for the signatory resolution or an interim city manager.
Commissioner Pigatt said that he would like for all related information to be placed on Friday's
agenda so that everyone can have the opportunity to have a conversation.
Mayor Taylor told the attorney that he has explained everything.
City Attorney Brown said that he just wants to make it clear to the commission that if the
manager chooses to stay then there will be no need to appoint an interim.
Commissioner Pigatt said with what the attorney has said, the decisions can be made on Friday.
Mayor Taylor agreed and asked Commissioner Pigatt if his discussion can be moved since the
workshop was moved from tonight's meeting.
Commissioner Pigatt said, "Yes."
18. OFFICIAL BOARD REPORTS:
No reports at this time.
19. MAYOR/COMMISSION REPORT:
20. OFFICIAL BOARD APPOINTMENTS:
21. ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further business to come before the Commission, it was moved by Vice Mayor
Kelley, seconded by Commissioner Pigatt to adjourn the meeting at 9:44 p.m.
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MAYOR
ATTEST:
CITY CLERK
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