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CLERK'S ACTION SUMMARY MINUTES
REGULAR COMMISSION MEETING
WEDNESDAY, October 25, 2017
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 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 25, 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, Commissioner John Riley and
Commissioner Matthew Pigatt. Also in attendance were: Interim City Manager Ed Brown, City
Attorney Vincent T. Brown, and City Clerk Joanna Flores.
3. INVOCATION:
The invocation was delivered by Commissioner John Riley.
4. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited in unison.
5. AWARDS/PROCLAMATIONS/ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS:
Mayor Taylor presented an award to Vice Mayor Kelley and Hole Temple for feeding the
community during Hurricane Irma.
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 13-2 (Commissioner Riley); pulled 13-3, 13-6, 13-7, and 13-8
(Commissioner Riley).
A request was made to amend the agenda as follows:
14-1: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-LOCKA,
FLORIDA, DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO FREEZE ALL SALARIES AT
THEIR 2016-2017 BUDGET ALLOCATION AMOUNTS FOR THE 2017-2018 FISCAL
YEAR; AND COMPILE A REPORT REFLECTING THE COST SAVINGS ACHIEVED
BY THE SALARY FREEZE, TO BE COMPLETE NO LATER THEN MARCH 31, 2018;
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PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION OF RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE. Sponsored by Mayor Taylor
It was moved by Commissioner Riley, seconded by Commissioner Holmes to amend the agenda
to include item 14-1.
There being no discussion, the motion to amend the agenda to include item 14-B passed by a 5-0
vote.
Commissioner Pigatt Yes
Commissioner Riley Yes
Commissioner Holmes Yes
Vice Mayor Kelley Yes
Mayor Taylor Yes
7. APPROVAL OF AGENDA:
It was moved by Commissioner Riley, seconded by Vice Mayor Kelley to approve the agenda,
consent agenda and pull list.
There being no discussion, the motion passed by a 5-0 vote.
Commissioner Riley Yes
Commissioner Holmes Yes
Vice Mayor Kelley Yes
Commissioner Pigatt Yes
Mayor Taylor Yes
8. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Regular Commission Meeting Minutes—May 24, 2017
It was moved by Commissioner Holmes, seconded by Commissioner Riley to approve the
minutes from the Regular Commission Meeting of May 24, 2017.
There being no discussion, the motion passed by a 5-0 vote.
Commissioner Holmes Yes
Vice Mayor Kelley Yes
Commissioner Pigatt Yes
Commissioner Riley Yes
Mayor Taylor Yes
Special Commission Meeting Minutes—August 07, 2017
It was moved by Commissioner Holmes, seconded by Commissioner Riley to approve the
minutes from the Special Commission Meeting of August 07, 2017.
There being no discussion, the motion passed by a 5-0 vote.
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Commissioner Riley Yes
Commissioner Holmes Yes
Vice Mayor Kelley Yes
Commissioner Pigatt Yes
Mayor Taylor Yes
Second Budget Hearing Minutes— September 27, 2017
It was moved by Commissioner Holmes, seconded by Commissioner Riley to approve the
minutes from the Second Budget hearing of September 27, 2017.
There being no discussion, the motion passed by a 5-0 vote.
Commissioner Pigatt Yes
Commissioner Riley Yes
Commissioner Holmes Yes
Vice Mayor Kelley Yes
Mayor Taylor Yes
Special Commission Meeting Minutes—October 02, 2017
It was moved by Commissioner Holmes, seconded by Commissioner Riley to approve the
minutes from the Special Commission Meeting of October 02, 2017.
There being no discussion, the motion passed by a 5-0 vote.
Commissioner Holmes Yes
Vice Mayor Kelley Yes
Commissioner Riley Yes
Commissioner Pigatt Yes
Mayor Taylor Yes
9. DISTRICT ONE/DISTRICT TWO - COUNTY COMMISSIONER REPORT:
Cedric Brazle, Commissioner Jean Monestime's Office, District II, said that he does not have
anything at this time, but made the commission aware that the roads that were discussed at the
last meeting were being addressed.
Mayor Taylor sent her regards to Commissioner Monestime.
10. PUBLIC PRESENTATION:
Illene Bucklay, 111 NW 1st Street Suite 920, Miami Dade County Transportation Planning
Organization, presented a power point on the Smart Plan that will improve transportation in the
county and will affect the City.
11. CITIZENS' INPUT:
Former Commissioner Dorothy Johnson, 13724 NW 22nd Place, said that staff should be sent to
attend the meetings with the county regarding transportation.
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Brian Dennis, 3135 NW 135th Street, said that Dante Starks should not be in Miami Gardens
getting in to altercations with Opa-locka Police Officers who are doing their jobs. He then went
on to mention a few more people and the mayor asked him to stop calling names when speaking.
Commissioner Pigatt questioned why the mayor is telling Mr. Dennis not to mention names
when speaking. If you have an issue with someone you should be allowed to call them by name.
Mayor Taylor said she does not allow this because most of the times the people being talked
about is not present to defend themselves whether it's positive or negative.
Natasha Ervin, 670 Dunad Avenue, thanked Hurricane Irma for hitting the Opa Hotel and finally
allowing it to be demolished. She then asked that the commission look into fixing the air
conditioner on the 2nd floor because it has been broken for seven months.
(Name inaudible), Glorietta Apartments said that there are several issues going on at the complex
including flooding, mosquitos, rats, leaks, mold, sewage back up in the units, etc... Something
needs to be done.
Commissioner Holmes asked the resident to write down all of her concerns and give it to the city
clerk and he will speak to management because he knows them.
Commissioner Riley said that the complex is under new management and they are not
maintaining the property.
Interim City Manager Ed brown said that the conditions at the property have been that way for
fifteen plus years. There are constant health and safety issues and the old or new managers are
not doing anything about it. He is going to look into doing something on behalf of the residents.
Teresa, 13116 Alexandria Drive #316, said that she has been complaining about the same issues
at the complex and nothing is being done about it. She has gone to Congresswoman Wilson's
Office and Commissioner Monestime and still has no resolve. The conditions are deplorable.
Commissioner Holmes said that he is going to speak with the owners.
Shirley Jackson, 13128 Port Said Road #172 said that she has been living there for twenty four
years and it has gotten worse. The apartment is making her sick and when she complains
management only intimidates the residents; something needs to be done.
Yvette Lopez, 13114 Alexandria Drive #130, said that the owners of the Glorietta Apartments
are brothers and that is why nothing is being done and there are many issues.
Wendy Reddick, 13128 Port Said Road #168, said that she has been living there for over twenty
years and she is disabled. The complex told her that she could get a disabled unit, but it has never
happened.
Albert Jones, thanked the police department for checking on the residents during the storm.
Commissioner Holmes informed Mr. Jones that he is still working on having speed signs put up
near his home.
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Eric Redmon, Villa Francine, said that he is disappointed that the City is paying so much money
for the attorney and he is not worth it. There are too many lawsuits and he is not winning any
cases. He supports resolution#6 because the attorney is overpaid.
Vice Mayor Kelley thanked all of the citizens from the Glorietta Apartments for coming and
speaking out about their living conditions.
Commissioner Pigatt said that on Monday he visited the apartments and witnessed some of what
the residents are speaking on. He is in awe that the conditions have been the way they are for a
long time and it should not be so. He encouraged the residents to continue to come out and speak
on the issues so that something can be done.
12. ACTION ITEMS:
1 (13-2). A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA, FLORIDA, ACCEPTING THE PROPOSAL FROM NEWALL J.
DAUGHTREY & ASSOCIATES FOR THE PREPARATION OF THE FIVE YEAR
FINANCIAL RECOVERY PLAN PURSUANT TO RFP NO. 17-1012200; FURTHER
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO NEGOTIATE A PROFESSIONAL
SERVICES AGREEMENT IN A FORM ACCEPTABLE TO THE CITY ATTORNEY;
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 Riley, seconded by Commissioner Holmes for discussion.
Commissioner Pigatt said that he is concerned that the procurement process is not being
followed. Moving forward he would like to ensure that the RFP process is being followed.
Interim City Manager Brown said that an RFP was put out and it was placed on all of the City's
media outlets. He is also open to suggestions.
There being no further discussion, the motion on the resolution passed by a 5-0 vote.
Vice Mayor Kelley Yes
Commissioner Pigatt Yes
Commissioner Riley Yes
Commissioner Holmes Yes
Mayor Taylor Yes
2 (13-3). A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
OPA-LOCKA, FLORIDA, RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 17-9418,
AUTHORIZING STAFF TO ADVERTISE FOR SPECIAL
MASTERS/MAGISTRATES, WITH A NOVEMBER 15, 2017 DEADLINE FOR
APPLICATIONS, AND RESOLVING TO ADHERE TO THE CODE OF THE CITY OF
OPA-LOCKA AND ITS PROCEDURE FOR THE APPOINTMENTS OF SPECIAL
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MAGISTRATES; 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 Commissioner Riley, seconded by Commissioner Holmes for discussion.
Commissioner Riley said that he does not want to debate this again, but the item needs to go out
for procurement so that the commission can make a selection. He proposed to amend the item.
City Attorney Brown said that the ordinance that controls the hiring of a magistrate in the Code
Enforcement section of the City Code states that the selection committee consists of the
manager, the attorney, and the Code Enforcement Director. In order to achieve what
Commissioner Riley is asking for, then the ordinance will have to be amended first.
Commissioner Riley asked to table the item.
Vice Mayor Kelley said that there is no Code Enforcement Director so how will the selection be
made.
Commissioner Pigatt said that there is a head of Code Enforcement and this should not be an
issue and the commission should move forward.
The item was tabled by Commissioner Riley.
3 (13-6). A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
OPA-LOCKA, FLORIDA, RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 16-9277 THAT
AMENDED THE CITY ATTORNEY AGREEMENT WITH THE BROWN LAW
GROUP, LLC EXTENDING THE TERM OF THE AGREEMENT FOR AN
ADDITIONAL TWO (2) YEARS UNTIL FEBRUARY 5, 2019; PROVIDING FOR
INCORPORATION OF RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Sponsored by Commissioner John Riley
This item was tabled by Commissioner Riley.
4 (13-7). A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA, FLORIDA, DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER AND CITY ATTORNEY TO
DEVELOP YEARLY ETHICS AND PUBLIC RECORDS TRAINING FOR CURRENT
STAFF AND NEW EMPLOYEES; PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION OF
RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Sponsored by Commissioner
Matthew Pigatt
The above resolution was read by Attorney Brown.
It was moved by Commissioner Pigatt.
The motion died for a lack of a second.
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5 (13-8). A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA, FLORIDA, DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO DEVELOP AND PLACE
PUBLIC RECORDS REQUEST SIGNS IN ALL CITY-OWNED BUILDINGS,
INCLUDING CITY HALL, DIRECTING REQUESTERS TO THE OFFICE OF THE
CITY CLERK; PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION OF RECITALS; PROVIDING
FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Sponsored by Commissioner Matthew Pigatt
The above resolution was read by Attorney Brown.
It was moved by Commissioner Pigatt.
The motion died for a lack of a second.
13. CONSENT AGENDA:
1 (13-1). A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA, FLORIDA, ADOPTING A RESOLUTION PURSUANT TO ARTICLE IV
SECTION 4.5(B) OF THE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF OPA-LOCKA, DIRECTING
THAT THE AMOUNTS APPROPRIATED FOR CURRENT OPERATIONS FOR THE
CURRENT FISCAL YEAR (FY 2016-2017) BE DEEMED ADOPTED FOR THE
ENSUING FISCAL YEAR (FY 2017-2018) FOR A PERIOD OF FIFTEEN (15) DAYS
AND RENEWED BY RESOLUTION EACH FIFTEEN (15) DAYS THEREAFTER,
WITH ALL ITEMS PRORATED ACCORDINGLY, UNTIL SUCH TIME AS THE
COMMISSION ADOPTS AN ANNUAL BUDGET FOR THE ENSUING FISCAL YEAR
(FISCAL YEAR 2017-2018); PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION OF RECITALS;
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Sponsored by City Manager
2 (13-4). A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF OPA-LOCKA, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING NATIONAL BREAST CANCER
AWARENESS MONTH, OCTOBER 2017, AND ENCOURAGING ALL CITIZENS TO
SUPPORT THE CORRESPONDING ACTIVITIES; PROVIDING FOR
INCORPORATION OF RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Sponsored by Vice Mayor Joseph L. Kelley
3 (13-5). A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF OPA-LOCKA, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING FLORIDA CITY GOVERNMENT
WEEK, OCTOBER 23-29, 2017, AND ENCOURAGING ALL CITIZENS TO SUPPORT
THE CELEBRATION AND CORRESPONDING ACTIVITIES; PROVIDING FOR
INCORPORATION OF RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Sponsored by Vice Mayor Joseph L. Kelley
The above resolutions were read by Attorney Brown.
It was moved by Commissioner Riley, seconded by Commissioner Holmes to pass the
resolutions.
The motion on the resolutions passed by a 5-0 vote.
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Commissioner Holmes Yes
Vice Mayor Kelley Yes
Commissioner Pigatt Yes
Commissioner Riley Yes
Mayor Taylor Yes
14. NEW ITEMS:
14-1: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-LOCKA,
FLORIDA, DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO FREEZE ALL SALARIES AT
THEIR 2016-2017 BUDGET ALLOCATION AMOUNTS FOR THE 2017-2018 FISCAL
YEAR; AND COMPILE A REPORT REFLECTING THE COST SAVINGS ACHIEVED
BY THE SALARY FREEZE, TO BE COMPLETE NO LATER THEN MARCH 31, 2018;
PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION OF RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE. Sponsored by Mayor Taylor
The above resolution was read by Attorney Brown.
It was moved by Commissioner Riley, seconded by Commissioner Holmes to pass the
resolution.
There being no discussion, the motion on the resolution passed by a 5-0 vote.
Commissioner Pigatt Yes
Commissioner Riley Yes
Commissioner Holmes Yes
Vice Mayor Kelley Yes
Mayor Taylor Yes
15. PLANNING & ZONING:
A. HEARINGS:
B. APPEALS:
16. ORDINANCES/RESOLUTIONS/PUBLIC HEARING:
A. FIRST READING ORDINANCE(S):
1. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA, FLORIDA, AMENDING ORDINANCE 17-03 BY AMENDING THE ANNUAL
ADOPTED PROPRIETARY AND SPECIAL REVENUE FUND BUDGET FOR THE
FISCAL YEAR 2016-2017, COMMENCING OCTOBER 1, 2016, THROUGH
SEPTEMBER 30, 2017; PROVIDING FOR THE EXPENDITURE OF FUNDS
ESTABLISHED BY THE BUDGET; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO TAKE
CERTAIN ACTIONS; PROVIDING FOR APPROPRIATION OF ALL BUDGET
EXPENDITURES; PROVIDING FOR FEES CONSISTENT WITH APPROPRIATION
AND AMENDMENT; PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION OF RECITALS;
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PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT AND REPEALER; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY;
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Sponsored by City Manager
The above ordinance was read by Attorney Brown.
Mayor Taylor opened the floor for a public hearing. There being no persons to speak on the
public hearing, the public hearing was closed.
It was moved by Commissioner Holmes, seconded by Commissioner Riley for discussion.
City Clerk Flores stated that there were supplements to this item.
Vice Mayor Kelley said that he does not like to receive supplements at the last minute. He asked
what changes were made to the budget.
Interim City Manager Brown said that no changes were made and the supplement was provided
as back up at the request of one of the commissioners.
There being no further discussion, the motion on the ordinance passed by a 4-1 vote.
Vice Mayor Kelley No
Commissioner Pigatt Yes
Commissioner Riley Yes
Commissioner Holmes Yes
Mayor Taylor Yes
B. SECOND READING ORDINANCE(S)/PUBLIC HEARING:
1. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA, FLORIDA, AMENDING ORDINANCE 17-03 BY AMENDING THE ANNUAL
ADOPTED GENERAL FUND BUDGET FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2016-2017,
COMMENCING OCTOBER 1, 2016, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 30, 2017; PROVIDING
FOR THE EXPENDITURE OF FUNDS ESTABLISHED BY THE BUDGET;
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO TAKE CERTAIN ACTIONS; PROVIDING
FOR APPROPRIATION OF ALL BUDGET EXPENDITURES; PROVIDING FOR FEES
CONSISTENT WITH APPROPRIATION AND AMENDMENT; PROVIDING FOR
INCORPORATION OF RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT AND REPEALER;
PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE (first
reading/public hearing held on September 27, 2017). Sponsored by City Manager
The above ordinance was read by Attorney Brown.
Mayor Taylor opened the floor for a public hearing. There being no persons to speak on the
public hearing, the public hearing was closed.
It was moved by Commissioner Holmes, seconded by Commissioner Riley for discussion.
Commissioner Pigatt asked to defer the item until the next commission meeting because he
received a five hundred page document last night and has not had sufficient time to review it.
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Commissioner Holmes called for the vote.
There being no further discussion, the motion on the ordinance passed by a 3-2 vote.
Commissioner Riley Yes
Vice Mayor Kelley No
Commissioner Pigatt No
Commissioner Holmes Yes
Mayor Taylor Yes
2. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA, FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 2 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF
OPA-LOCKA, ENTITLED "ADMINISTRATION," BY AMENDING ARTICLE II,
ENTITLED "CITY COMMISSION," BY CREATING SECTION 2-67 TO BE
ENTITLED "RESIDENTS' RIGHT TO KNOW," TO CODIFY THE LEGISLATIVE
INTENT OF THIS ORDINANCE, DEFINE MATTERS THAT IMPACT RESIDENTS'
QUALITY OF LIFE, PROVIDE THAT THE CITY COMMISSION SHALL ADOPT A
PROCESS FOR REGISTERING NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATIONS AND
INDIVIDUAL RESIDENTS WHO CHOOSE TO REGISTER, REQUIRE TARGETED
ELECTRONIC NEIGHBORHOOD NOTICES FOR MATTERS THAT IMPACT
RESIDENTS' QUALITY OF LIFE, ALLOW FOR TIMELY OPPORTUNITIES FOR
PUBLIC INPUT, SUPPLEMENT EXISTING PROVISIONS IN THE CITY CODE
RELATING TO PROCEDURAL FAIRNESS IN QUASI-JUDICIAL HEARINGS,
ALLOW A REGISTERED NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION OR INDIVIDUAL
RESIDENT WHO CHOOSES TO REGISTER TO REQUEST DEFERRAL OR
RECONSIDERATION OF A MATTER IF SUCH MATTER IS NOT DULY NOTICED
PURSUANT TO THIS ORDINANCE, PROVIDE THAT ANY AMENDMENT OR
REPEALER OF THIS ORDINANCE SHALL REQUIRE THE AFFIRMATIVE VOTE
OF 4/STHS OF THE CITY COMMISSION, DIRECT THE CITY MANAGER OR THE
MANAGER'S DESIGNEE TO CONDUCT PERIODIC REVIEW AND PREPARE
ANNUAL WRITTEN REPORTS, AND PROVIDE THAT THIS ORDINANCE SHALL
BE ADMINISTERED BY THE OFFICE OF THE CITY MANAGER; AND PROVIDING
FOR REPEALER, CODIFICATION, SEVERABILITY, AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE
(first reading/public hearing held on September 27, 2017). Sponsored by Vice Mayor Kelley
The above ordinance was read by Attorney Brown.
Mayor Taylor opened the floor for a public hearing. There being no persons to speak on the
public hearing, the public hearing was closed.
It was moved by Vice Mayor Kelley, seconded by Commissioner Riley to pass the ordinance.
There being no discussion, the motion on the ordinance passed by a 4-0 vote.
Commissioner Riley Yes
Vice Mayor Kelley Yes
Commissioner Pigatt Yes
Commissioner Holmes Out of Room
Mayor Taylor Yes
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C. RESOLUTIONS:
17. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT:
Interim City Manager Brown addressed the statements made by Mr. Dennis and said that he
suggested a board of inquiry to address some of these remarks that are being made by certain
people so that everyone can get an understanding of what is going on.
Commissioner Riley said that there should be due process of law and no one should be told that
they are being denied an occupational license until they have had a hearing and a decision has
been made.
Vice Mayor Kelley asked the Manager for the status on Ingram Park.
Interim City Manager Brown said that he is still in the planning phase for the project and will
provide the vice mayor with an update in the near future.
Commissioner Holmes thanked the manager for the job he is doing on behalf of the City.
Mayor Taylor said that she would like to have a workshop to discuss the documents the
commission received and be updated on where the City is with the audits.
Commissioner Pigatt said that his two items were not addressed and the City is leaving itself
vulnerable to lawsuits by not having the proper processes in place to cover itself from costly
litigation. He asked for an update on the Cultural Arts Center.
Interim City Manager Brown said that they are still working on getting the funding to have the
building renovated.
Commissioner Pigatt said that he hopes someone else will sponsor his items because it is
beneficial to the City.
Vice Mayor Kelley told Commissioner Pigatt that many of his items also do not receive a second
and that is just the way it is. It is not the time to discuss it after it has passed and the attorney
should have intervened.
City Attorney Brown said that the meeting is still going on and he is allowed to discuss it with
his colleagues under the sunshine.
18. OFFICIAL BOARD REPORTS:
No reports at this time.
19. MAYOR/COMMISSION REPORT:
Vice Mayor Kelley invited the public to attend the Florida City Government Week Mock
Commission next week with the students from Nathan B. Young and Robert B. Ingram
Elementary Schools. The Conversation on Education event will be held Thursday, November 2,
2018.
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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 - 9:18 p.r - '
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CITY CLERK
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