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CLERK'S ACTION SUMMARY MINUTES
REGULAR COMMISSION MEETING
WEDNESDAY, May 09, 2018
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 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 09, 2018 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: Acting City Manager Newall
Daughtrey, City Attorney Vincent T. Brown, and City Clerk Joanna Flores.
3. INVOCATION:
The invocation was delivered by Vice Mayor Kelley.
4. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited in unison.
5. AWARDS/PROCLAMATIONS/ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS:
Vice Mayor Kelley congratulated Commissioner Pigatt for being a BME (Black Male
Engagement) Fellowship recipient for 2018 representing the City of Opa-locka. He also
congratulated Mayor Taylor for earning a doctorate degree.
Mayor Taylor wished the City of Opa-locka a Happy 92" Birthday which would be on May 14th;
the City incorporated on May 14th, 1926.
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 (Vice Mayor Kelley); defer 13-3 (Commissioner Pigatt); pulled 13-4
(Commissioner Riley).
A request was made to amend the agenda as follows:
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14-1: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-LOCKA,
FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO IMMEDIATLEY RELOCATE
THE CITY OF OPA-LOCKA POLICE DEPARTMENT TO 780 FISHERMAN STREET;
PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION OF RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.Sponsored by City Manager
The above title was read by City Clerk Flores.
It was moved by Vice Mayor Kelley, seconded by Commissioner Riley to amend the agenda to
include the above resolution as item 14-1.
There being no discussion, the motion to amend the agenda passed by a 5-0 vote.
Commissioner Riley Yes
Commissioner Holmes Yes
Vice Mayor Kelley Yes
Commissioner Pigatt 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—April 11, 2018
It was moved by Commissioner Riley, seconded by Vice Mayor Kelley to approve the minutes
from the Regular Commission Meeting of April 11, 2018.
There being no discussion, the motion passed by a 5-0 vote.
Vice Mayor Kelley Yes
Commissioner Pigatt Yes
Commissioner Riley Yes
Commissioner Holmes Yes
Mayor Taylor Yes
9. DISTRICT ONE/DISTRICT TWO - COUNTY COMMISSIONER REPORT:
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Larry Gardner, Commissioner Barbara Jordan's Office, District I, said that he does not have any
reports or announcements at this time, but will take any issues or concerns the commission may
have back to Commissioner Jordan.
Commissioner Riley said that he wants to know if the county has done a traffic study for 37th
Avenue as it relates to the Amazon project.
Mr. Gardner said that he will look into it and provide a response.
Vice Mayor Kelley thank Mr. Gardner for working on providing a youth summer employment
program open to residents in Opa-locka.
Cedric Brazle, District II, Commissioner Jean Monestime's Office, said that to follow up with
Ingram Terrace Apartments flooding issue, the county said that the drainage issue does not fall
under them; it is the responsibility of the City.
Commissioner Riley said that there is still debris leftover from the hurricane and it is not being
picked up from the right of ways or the canal and that is the responsibility of the county.
Commissioner Pigatt asked the manager whose responsibility it is to contact the county because
he has been hearing about the hurricane debris and nothing has been done.
Acting City Manager Daughtrey said that the City will continue to reach out to the county and
get an update on when they will be able to come and remove the debris.
10. PUBLIC PRESENTATION:
11. CITIZENS' INPUT:
Eric Redmon, Villa Francine, Opa-locka, Florida, said that he does not agree with the resolution
to give Mr. Daughtrey more money as he was already paid for the work he performed on the
Five Year Financial Recovery Plan. He thinks that this is an abuse of authority to bring this to
the commission in his capacity; he should have filed an appeal and gone before the commission.
He thanked Mr. Gardner for correcting the garbage problem.
Matthew Pigatt, Opa-locka, Florida, said that yesterday, the National Council for Home Safety
and Security produced a report that stated that Opa-locka is the 3rd worst in the nation as is
relates to crime and this is embarrassing. This falls on the adults as everyone in the City is
responsible for the betterment of the community. The City has to be sure that the youth live in a
City they are proud of and are able to walk the streets safely. Something needs to be done to
change the mentality of the community so this stops happening.
Alvin Burke, 1240 Jann Avenue, Opa-locka, Florida, said that he is concerned about the same
article and noticed that most of the cities are small urban cities. There is no way Opa-locka can
be number three when there are other popular cities with high crime rates who did not even make
the list. They are targeting minority communities.
Shalonda Rivers, 13800 NW 22nd Avenue, Opa-locka, Florida, said that she is being targeted by
the police department for being nosy and all in people's business. She is now scared and feels
she will have unfair treatment should she have to interact with the police and it is sad. She said
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that police should be outfitted with body cameras by now so that if anything should arise, it will
be documented.
Mayor Taylor asked Ms. Rivers to speak with the Chief of Police to get some assistance with
resolving her issue.
Steven Barrett, 630 Sharar Avenue, Opa-locka, Florida, said that he also has concerns about the
same report. Some of these cities have commissioners who are assigned to different districts and
when something happens, that commissioner can address who they are specifically assigned to
and find resolve. He thanked the commission for the resolution of sympathy that was sent to
Madison for his mom.
Natasha Ervin, 670 Dunad Avenue, Opa-locka, Florida, said that she also just wants to thank the
commission for sending the resolution on behalf of her relative.
Vice Mayor Kelley said that he shared the concerns of the residents who came before the
commission and voiced their concerns on the report. He asked Chief Dobson to come and clarify
what is going on with the crime rates in the city.
Chief of Police James Dobson came before the commission and explained that the company that
put out the report is a security company and is not any national law enforcement agency; that is
where the numbers come from. What is reported here is incorrect and the City is not number
three in the country for high crimes. He has provided a report to the commission and everyone in
attendance at the meeting so the residents can see what the actual numbers are for the City in
terms of crime and that has gone down in the last couple of years.
Vice Mayor Kelley said that he has a problem with the fact that this is being put out there by a
trade company and not an official law enforcement agency. He did not believe the report, but
would like for the City to be shed in a positive light.
Commissioner Pigatt said that it is known that it goes down in Opa-locka, but everyone needs to
be held accountable and put in the work to ensure this type of environment does not exist. It
needs to be addressed and it will take more than the police and the commission, it is everyone's
responsibility as members of the community to rectify this issue.
Mayor Taylor asked if this was a company that is selling something to which Chief Dobson said,
"Yes." She said that if the F.B.I. recommended that the report not be used for anything, then why
is it being reported. She asked the manager and the attorney what can be done since the City's
name is being smeared and defamed.
City Attorney Brown said that the question is whether or not the data is true. He said that he
would have to research and see if there is any cause of any action that can be brought. The
manager can also send a letter to the company challenging the accuracy of what is being said.
Mayor Taylor said that she would like to have an aggressive letter sent from the attorney. This
company has talked about the City and she wants them to explain themselves because the report
is offensive.
City Attorney Brown asked for a copy of the report so he can have some stats to refer to when
drafting the letter.
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Vice Mayor Kelley said that he does not want a tit for tat with the company because that gives
them more exposure and that is not good for the City.
Commissioner Pigatt said that he does not agree with the letter and would like to see a draft of it
before it is sent out.
12. ACTION ITEMS:
1 (13-1). A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A
COMMUNITY SPACE LEASE AGREEMENT WITH PSWAP MENTORSHIP AND
SWIM ORGANIZATION, INC., IN A FORM THAT IS ACCEPTABLE TO THE CITY
ATTORNEY, COMMENCING JUNE 11, 2018 THROUGH AUGUST 10, 2018;
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 Riley for discussion.
Vice Mayor Kelley said that he prefers that it has been reduced from a year round program to
only over the summer. He said he just received the schedule and does not understand what it
means.
Parks and Recreation Director Charles Brown said that he just received the information as well
and has reached out to Ms. McKinney to get an understanding. He is scheduled to meet with her
tomorrow and will provide a more accurate report to the commission.
Vice Mayor Kelley said that he hopes the schedule will include swim time for the youth as well
as the seniors. He wants time set aside for the residents.
Mr. Brown said that he will provide the information.
Commissioner Pigatt said that he hopes a more detailed schedule will be provided because the
program brings positive attention to the City.
This item was deferred by the sponsor.
2 (13-3). A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA, FLORIDA, PROVIDING PAYMENT IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED
$12,000.00 TO NEWALL J. DAUGHTREY & ASSOCIATES FOR WORK PERFORMED
ON THE CITY OF OPA-LOCKA'S FIVE YEAR FINANCIAL RECOVERY PLAN;
PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION OF RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.Sponsored by City Manager & City Attorney
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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Commissioner Pigatt asked the manager to defer the item based upon some actions of the
previous city manager. It seems that there is more to it than what is in front of dais and it needs
to be further reviewed.
Vice Mayor Kelley said that he does not understand what Commissioner Pigatt is saying. This
item is simply about paying someone for the work they have performed. Moreover, he finds it
funny that the commission had to hire Mr. Daughtrey to work on the recovery plan, but the
previous manager fired him. Why was that not brought before the commission.
Commissioner Riley said that he read the documents and the numbers do not add up. The
manager may need to check the numbers and bring it back to the commission.
City Manager Daughtrey said that he does not mind deferring the item, but he wants to state that
he did twice the work he billed for on the five year financial recovery plan.
This item was deferred by the sponsor.
3 (13-4). A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA, FLORIDA, AUTHRIZING THE BROWN LAW GROUP, LLC, TO
REPRESENT THE CITY OF OPA-LOCKA IN B&G HOLDINGS, INC., AND B&G OPA
LAND HOLDINGS, LLC, d/b/a KLUB 24 v. CITY OF OPA-LOCKA, FLORIDA, CASE
NO. 18-11909 CA 01; 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 Kelley, seconded by Commissioner Holmes for discussion.
Vice Mayor Kelley said that something has been put in place to provide a threshold for the
attorney to represent the City during litigation. He is not sure what the cap is.
City Attorney Brown said that he does not remember the amount either, but stated that it is very
tricky to defend the City and have to abide by certain parameters. He said that his law license
and malpractice insurance are in jeopardy if certain filings are not done in a timely fashion.
There being no further discussion, the motion on the resolution passed by a 4-1 vote.
Vice Mayor Kelley Yes
Commissioner Pigatt Yes
Commissioner Riley No
Commissioner Holmes Yes
Mayor Taylor Yes
13. CONSENT AGENDA:
1 (13-2). A RESOLUTON OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AN
AMENDMENT TO THE AGREEMENT WITH ANTHONY BRUNSON P.A., FOR
CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANT SERVICES, IN A FORM ACCEPTABLE TO
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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 Vice Mayor Kelley to pass the resolution.
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
14. NEW ITEMS:
14-1: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-LOCKA,
FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO IMMEDIATLEY RELOCATE
THE CITY OF OPA-LOCKA POLICE DEPARTMENT TO 780 FISHERMAN STREET;
PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION OF RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE. Sponsored by City Manager
The above title was read by Attorney Brown.
It was moved by Vice Mayor Kelley.
The motion died for the lack of a second.
Commissioner Riley made a motion for reconsideration of the item.
It was moved by Vice Mayor Kelley, seconded by Commissioner Riley to reconsider item 14-1.
Vice Mayor Kelley said that he would like for the manager to provide clarity on the item and the
need to relocate.
Acting City Manager Daughtrey said that he took a tour of the police department and determined
that it is necessary to relocate for the safety of those who occupy the building. A study needs to
be done so that what needs to be done can be determined. There is space at the Municipal
Complex and the department can be moved to the third floor.
Vice Mayor Kelley said that he sees all of these costs and is concerned if the move is a
temporary one then is too much money being spent. The roof is at a cost of two hundred
thousand dollars and he feels that is also too much money.
Acting City Manager Daughtrey said that between the molding and the roof, a study will need to
be conducted to determine if the building is worth refurbishing or tear it down completely and
seek grant funding for a new facility. At this time the safety of the staff is of importance.
Commissioner Pigatt asked if a mold company has come in to do an assessment.
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Acting City Manager Daughtrey said that a company came and looked at the facility and said
that it was so bad he did not want to charge for an assessment.
Commissioner Pigatt said that he would like to receive the report that says this is an immediate
danger to the health and welfare for the employees and it is recommended that the personnel be
removed until a mold remediation has been complete. If the decision is going to be made
immediately, then documentation is needed.
City Attorney Brown said that he is not a pathologist, but mold appears on the surface and then
becomes airborne. The reality of the situation is that the employees need to be relocated
immediately; this is a real condition and the need to relocate is great.
Commissioner Pigatt said that he will move forward based on what the attorney has explained,
but does not want issues to arise with the oversight board.
Commissioner Riley said that mold can kill.
There being no further discussion, the motion on the resolution passed by a 4-0 vote.
Commissioner Riley Yes
Commissioner Holmes Out of Room
Vice Mayor Kelley Yes
Commissioner Pigatt Yes
Mayor Taylor Yes
15. PLANNING & ZONING:
A. HEARINGS:
1: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA, FLORIDA, APPROVING JEREMY AND JOSHUA MATIS'S REQUEST FOR
SITE PLAN AND SET BACK VARIANCE APPROVAL FOR PROPERTY LOCATED
AT 275 SABUR LANE AND IDENTIFIED BY FOLIO 08-2121-003-0150 AND BY
LEGAL DESCRIPTION: LOT 7 IN BLOCK 102 OF REVISED PLAT "NO. TWO OPA-
LOCKA", ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF, AS RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK
34, AT PAGE 67 OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA;
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.
Carli Koshal, Law Firm of Bercow, Radell, Fernandez, and Larkin, 200 South Biscayne
Boulevard, Miami, Florida, said that she is representing the owners at Sabur Lane and if the
commission recalls, the property was constructed in the 1960's and featured nine units. As it
stands, the Matis's brothers would like to restore the property and are requesting three variance
requests. She is also requesting to change the rezoning from R1 to R3.
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Alvin Burke, 1240 Jann Avenue, Opa-locka, Florida, said that when it was a rooming house,
there was no parking and he hopes that is included in the requests that are being made.
Mayor Taylor requested that the Planning Council director come before the commission and
speak on the item.
Community Development Director Gregory Gay said that the item did go before the Planning
Council and was reviewed. Based on the new plans there will be adequate room for parking for
the units.
There being no further persons to speak on the public hearing, the public hearing was closed.
It was moved by Commissioner Riley, seconded by Commissioner Pigatt for discussion.
Commissioner Riley said that he will not address the zoning because they are dealing with the
variances, but thinks it will be good for the area.
Vice Mayor Kelley said that his concern was also about parking in the area and asked the
attorney about renting or leasing out properties that have three spaces, but eight cars show up at
the property. Outside of that he thinks it will be good for the area.
There being no further discussion, the motion on the resolution passed by a 4-1 vote.
Commissioner Riley Yes
Commissioner Holmes No
Vice Mayor Kelley Yes
Commissioner Pigatt Yes
Mayor Taylor Yes
B. APPEALS:
16. ORDINANCES/RESOLUTIONS/PUBLIC HEARING:
A. FIRST READING ORDINANCE(S):
B. SECOND READING ORDINANCE(S)/PUBLIC HEARING:
1. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA, FLORIDA, APPROVING A REQUEST TO REZONE FROM R-1 TO R-3, THE
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 275 SABUR LANE AND IDENTIFIED BY FOLIO 08-2121-
003-0150 AND BY LEGAL DESCRIPTION: LOT 7 IN BLOCK 102 OF REVISED PLAT
"NO. TWO OPA-LOCKA", ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF, AS RECORDED
IN PLAT BOOK 34, AT PAGE 67 OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF DADE COUNTY,
FLORIDA; PROVIDING FOR AUTHORITY; PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION;
PROVIDING FOR SCRIVENER'S ERRORS; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT;
PROVIDING FOR LIBERAL CONSTRUCTION; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY;
AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE (first reading/public hearing held on
4/16/2018). Sponsored by City Manager
The above ordinance was read by Attorney Brown.
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Mayor Taylor opened the floor for a public hearing.
Ms. Koshal came forward and asked that her comments from the previous item be taken into
consideration with this ordinance.
Mr. Burke came forward and reminded the commission that the parking in the City has always
been a problem and it has to stop. This property is no different.
There being no persons to speak on the public hearing, the public hearing was closed.
It was moved by Commissioner Riley, seconded by Commissioner Pigatt for discussion.
Vice Mayor Kelley reiterated that parking has always been a great concern for him. He asked the
attorney to provide a response.
City Attorney Brown asked Mr. Gay to come before the commission and provide a response.
Mr. Gay said that the parking will not be a problem because the existing structure will be
reduced by the number of units and therefore adequate space will be available to provide for
parking.
Commissioner Holmes said that Sherbondy Community center was also built with limited space
and the visitors are parking in the street and on the side of the road. The buck stops with the
commission and something needs to be done.
Commissioner Pigatt thanked the business owners for bringing their expertise and resources to
the City and investing in it.
There being no further discussion, the motion on the ordinance passed by a 4-1 vote.
Commissioner Riley Yes
Commissioner Holmes No
Vice Mayor Kelley Yes
Commissioner Pigatt Yes
Mayor Taylor Yes
C. RESOLUTIONS:
17. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT:
A. Financial Emergency Board Update
B. Glorietta Apartments
C. Update on Cultural Arts Center
D. Water Bills
E. Roads, Streets and Infrastructure Projects
Acting City Manager Daughtrey thanked the commission for allowing him to relocate the
employees at the Police Department to a safer environment. He asked the commission for a
workshop to explain the utility bills to the residents and inform them of recent updates. Notice
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will have to be sent in advance. The county currently has between seven and nine staff working
with the City to change around two hundred (200) meters per month. In the next sixty days it is
projected that all of the meters will have been changed. The roads and streets improvements on
Cairo Lane are under way after meeting with the project manager and working out the FPL
easement issue. The other issue was how long it took them to get payment in the past; he
informed them of the financial issues and explained that they will be paid in a timely manner. All
of the monies that have been owed for historic city hall have been paid and the project will be
moving forward. The CDBG for the Cultural Arts Center has been submitted to the county and
they are awaiting a response for receiving funding. The police department has initiated a Crime
Watch program in the area of the Glorietta Apartments and it has been met with positivity and a
study is being done to determine the parking issues.
Commissioner Pigatt thanked the manager for making strides to move forward with most if not
all of the pending projects and/or issues in and around the City. He addressed his concern about
the lack of empathy from the police department when it comes to dealing with citizens. He told
the police department that they are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner
because what is going on currently needs to change. The police needs to be held accountable. He
requested that a crime task force is created to address the many concerns in the City including
crime and services to residents. He knows that there are bad things going on in the City, but it is
not as bad as everyone is making it to be.
Acting City Manager Daughtrey said that he had a meet and greet with staff the other day and let
them know that the City is in the service business and staff is expected to conduct themselves in
a professional manner.
Commissioner Holmes said that the buck stops with the commission and they need to give
directive to the manager to do what needs to be done for the betterment of the City.
Vice Mayor Kelley asked if the police department currently has body cameras.
Police Chief James Dobson said that they were approved last year, but had issues with the grant.
The process was done and resubmitted and they were again approved. The request was put in last
week to order the body cameras and delivery is expected within four weeks.
Vice Mayor Kelley said that he hopes this will be done within the next month so that you can see
the interactions between the police and the public. He is glad that the Crime Watch program has
been established over at the Glorietta Apartments and the additional police presence will lower
crime in that area. He asked the manager about the status of the sink hole.
Commissioner Riley left at 9:27 p.m.
Acting City Manager Daughtrey said that they thought the caving in was at the pump station, but
it is not. It is the line between the pump station and the road that is causing the problem. An item
will be placed on the agenda for the next meeting to receive approval to begin working on it. It
will cost around three hundred thousand dollars ($300,000.00) to do the work. They are also
working to repair the other pump stations so that DERM does not issue costly citations to the
City for non-compliance.
Vice Mayor Kelley said that he hopes the positive things that are going on in the community will
be highlighted using the City's media outlets.
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Mayor Taylor said that the manager gave her his word and he has not kept it; he asked that he
rectify it. She asked if the relocation will interfere with the Mother's Day event on the third
floor.
Acting City Manager Daughtrey said that it will not interfere.
Mayor Taylor asked about the flags being placed on Perviz Avenue, notifying the residents on
Jann Avenue about the project that is getting ready to begin, and the five year financial recovery
plan.
Acting City Manager Daughtrey said that the flags will be placed on Perviz Avenue as soon as
possible. The residents will be notified that something will be going on on their street, and the
five year financial recovery plan is being reviewed and the information on it will be forth
coming.
Commissioner Holmes asked the city manager to place speed bumps on Seaman Avenue because
people are speeding down the street and it is not safe. He also requested to take a tour of historic
city hall on Friday at 1:00 p.m. so they can see what the conditions look like inside.
18. OFFICIAL BOARD REPORTS:
No reports at this time.
19. MAYOR/COMMISSION REPORT:
Mayor Taylor thanked the Booster Club for hosting the first community garage sale and it was
profitable. Proceeds go to benefit the youth in the City.
City Attorney Brown reminded the commission of the Executive Session that is to be held on
May 16, 2018 at 12:00 p.m. in the city manager's conference room. The case is going to be
Barton vs. City of Opa-locka which is the old Joe's Liquor Store.
20. OFFICIAL BOARD APPOINTMENTS:
21. ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further business to come before the commission, it was moved by Commissioner
Holmes, seconded by Vice Mayor Kelley to adjourn the meeting at 9:44 p.m.
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