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CLERK'S ACTION SUMMARY MINUTES
REGULAR COMMISSION MEETING
WEDNESDAY,June 13, 2018
7:00 P.M.
Helen L. Miller Center
2331 NW 143rd Street
Opa-locka, FL 33054
1. CALL TO ORDER:
Mayor Myra L. Taylor called the meeting to order at 7:27 p.m. on Wednesday, June 13, 2018 at
the Helen L. Miller Center, 2331 NW 143`d Street, 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 John Riley. 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 Commissioner John Riley.
4. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited in unison.
5. AWARDS/PROCLAMATIONS/ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS:
The City Commission Presented awards to students from schools in the City who had
outstanding achievement in various areas of academic study. An award was also presented to Dr.
Cynthia Clay from Robert Ingram Elementary School for all of the work she does educating the
children in the community.
A proclamation was presented to former Commissioner Rose Tydus for all of the contributions
she has made in the community.
A proclamation was presented to Johnny Fannin and Darren Whitaker from CrabMan 305 for
being selected as the Small Business of the Year for 2018.
A commendation was presented to Octavia Anderson for obtaining a Bachelor's Degree in
Criminal Justice 23 years after taking her first course. She made this achievement alongside her
son and nephew.
The City Commission and the Opa-locka Police Department presented commendations to Opa-
locka Police Officers Sargent Michael Steele, Ruben Borerro, Jamesha McKinney, Code
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Enforcement Officer Randolph Aikens, and several vendors of the business community for
coming together and assisting a family in need that were observed living out of their vehicle; the
story was covered in the media.
Chief James Dobson presented the Bravery Award to Officer Andrew Gomez for saving the life
of several people involved in an accident in Belle Glade, Florida, while off duty. Assistant Chief
Sharon Gallimore expressed her appreciation for all of the officers who received commendations
and awards.
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 (Mayor Taylor); deferred 13-5 (Commissioner Holmes).
7. APPROVAL OF AGENDA:
It was moved by Commissioner Riley, seconded by Commissioner Holmes 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
S. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Special Commission Meeting Minutes—June 20, 2017
It was moved by Commissioner Riley, seconded by Commissioner Pigatt to approve the minutes
from the Special Commission Meeting of June 20, 2017.
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
Rescheduled First Budget Hearing Minutes— September 20, 2017
It was moved by Commissioner Riley, seconded by Commissioner Holmes to approve the
minutes from the Rescheduled First Budget Hearing Minutes of September 20, 2017.
There being no discussion, the motion passed by a 5-0 vote.
Vice Mayor Kelley Yes
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Commissioner Pigatt Yes
Commissioner Riley Yes
Commissioner Holmes Yes
Mayor Taylor Yes
Regular Commission Meeting Minutes—April 25, 2018
It was moved by Commissioner Riley, seconded by Commissioner Holmes to approve the
minutes from the Regular Commission Meeting of April 25, 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:
Cedric Brazle, Commissioner Jean Monestime's Office, District II, announced the 2nd Annual
People Matter event that will be held in Liberty City and will be hosted by the commissioner.
Commissioner Riley said that the hurricane debris is still on 37th avenue and has not been picked
up.
Mayor Taylor said that she is going to write a letter to the commissioner informing him that he
does not hold events in Opa-locka and the City is in his district.
10. PUBLIC PRESENTATION:
11. CITIZENS' INPUT:
Alvin Burke, 1240 Jann Avenue, Opa-locka, FL, thanked the manager for starting to repave the
roads around the City. He noted that Code Enforcement Officer Randolph Aikens did not receive
a frame with his commendation and not only is he an employee, but also a resident. The frames
were purchased with tax payer dollars.
Commissioner Riley informed Mr. Burke that the frames were not purchased with tax payer
dollars and there is one for Mr. Aikens at city hall.
Dorothy Johnson, 13724 NW 22nd Place, Opa-locka, FL, agreed with the previous citizen that
Mr. Aikens should have received a frame. She asked for clarity on items 13-4 and 13-6.
Ian Bacheikov, attorney representing Republic Metals, 12900 NW 38th Avenue, Opa-locka, FL,
said that he is happy to hear that some roads are starting to be repaved in the City. He is just
reminding the commission about the repairing of the road over on 38th Avenue because the
problem is causing his client to lose business.
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Shalonda Rivers, 13875 NW 22nd Avenue, Apt #116, Opa-locka, FL, said that she went to Meet
Me Monday and conversations were had regarding the conditions at the 22nd Avenue apartments.
She thanked Mr. Abia for coming out and asked what the next step was. She asked if they were
going to visit every unit because there are issues everywhere. She asked for a report when the
investigation is complete.
Nathaniel Wilcox, 3111 NW 135th Street, Opa-locka, FL, said that the residents are living in
terrible conditions over in Cordova Apartments and something needs to be done. He was told
that something would be done and asked for a copy of the report once the investigation is
complete.
George Suarez, 1341 Dunad Avenue, Opa-locka, FL, thanked Vice Mayor Kelley, Commissioner
Holmes, and Commissioner Pigatt for voting to shut down Klub 24 and allowing the process to
move forward. He also thanked them for removing the former manager and hiring the current
one. He knows that this is an election year and people are going to be making promises and that
is not going to work anymore. This is a new day and the residents are going to hold whoever is in
office accountable.
Natasha Ervin, 670 Dunad Avenue, Opa-locka, FL, said that she is not sure how many
commissioners travel on 37th Avenue, but suggested that they go and park on 37th Avenue and
watch all of the commuters that are running stop signs and an accident is going to happen.
Tickets need to be written so that this stops.
Antwanette Burgess, 14124 NW 23rd Court, Opa-locka, FL, said that her water bill went from
fifty eight dollars to over one thousand dollars and she does not know why because she is never
at home. The mosquitos are a huge problem when it rains and you cannot go outside; someone
needs to look into the drainage.
12. ACTION ITEMS:
1 (13-3). A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA, FLORIDA, DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO COMPLY WITH THE
FINANCIAL EMERGENCY BOARD'S PROHIBITION OF TAKE HOME VEHICLES
FOR NON-EMERGENCY PERSONNEL AS DELINEATED BY THE CHIEF
INSPECTOR GENERAL'S MAY 17, 2018 LETTER; 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 Pigatt, seconded by Vice Mayor Kelley for discussion.
Mayor Taylor said that she spoke to the inspector general two weeks ago and was informed that
he was not the one that was enforcing this. It seems to her that this is a power play from the
board to the commission. The previous manager at the time said that the commission's vehicles
do not have an impact to the City. She is unsure why the manager put this item on the agenda
when they are his bosses; he is asking the commission for permission to take his supervisors
vehicles. She asked the manager to defer the item until after the next board meeting and then see
what happens.
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Commissioner Riley said that as of June 2nd, the clerk of the court finally issued a summons that
will be served any time now. The summons asks the court to enforce the Home Rule Power that
is set in place for municipalities.
Commissioner Holmes said that he sent a letter to the inspector general explaining the reason for
his need to drive the city issued vehicle that he has. He was hurt on the job eleven years ago and
chose not to take legal action, and therefore he does not support this item.
Vice Mayor Kelley said this is why he is in favor of Mr. Daughtrey. Years ago when he was the
manager, he handled the business of the City in the same manner. He brings the business to the
commission and gave them the option of voting it up or down. He understands what the mayor is
saying, but the May 17th letter that was sent to everyone made it very clear that it is not the
expectation that the manager will accept the recommendations and enforce the board's guidance.
It is obviously challenging for manager to tell his bosses to turn in their cars, but he does have a
duty to comply with the board's guidance; the manager simply brought it forth. He asked the
attorney where the City stands with the summons that was mentioned by Commissioner Riley.
City Attorney Brown said that the City has not been served as of today, there is a summons, but
it is not valid until it has been delivered. He is unsure what Commissioner Riley's intentions are,
but there is a summons out there.
Vice Mayor Kelley said that he is glad that the manager brought the item forth. The mayor has
asked the manager to defer the item so he asked the attorney if there is an issue with the manager
moving forth today with the recommendation from the state.
City Attorney Brown said that this is a case of first impressions and has never been done to his
knowledge. The question is whether or not the commission chooses to abide by what is
recommended in the letter. Only a court of law can determine if the City is not complying with
the interlocal agreement.
Commissioner Pigatt said that the direction of the oversight board is extremely clear. It was told
to the commission last year that the cars were to be turned in so he is unsure how the vehicles are
on the road again. It was noted justly and rightly, the exception of Commissioner Holmes, but
this is very clear. He has seen the abuse of city vehicles, even take home vehicles and it is not
right. He put on the record that he has never received a city vehicle, ever and asked that the vote
be taken and followed through.
Mayor Taylor said that the City's budget is in a much better condition in 2018 than it was in
2016. She mentioned that the previous manager offered Commissioner Pigatt a city vehicle and
he declined. She asked the manager to defer the item until after the states meeting.
Acting City Manager Daughtrey said that he has done his duty and that is to present the item to
the commission. He has implemented his duty and it is on the record, each of them can decide
what they want to do. He is waiting for a directive.
Commissioner Pigatt thanked the manager for placing the item on the agenda. He said that since
taking office, he has not been given the information he needs to do his job effectively. He
addressed the mayor's statement about him declining a vehicle. It was asked of him if he wanted
to have the vehicle of the late Commissioner Terence Pinder, but that vehicle was given to
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another commissioner. It was then suggested that a vehicle be purchased for him and he believed
that was not the time for this to be done given the financial situation. This was the reason for the
"decline".
Mayor Taylor once again asked the manager to defer the item.
Acting City Manager Daughtrey said that Charter gives him the right to sit in at discussions, but
it does not give him the right to vote. His job is to give the commission his professional opinion
on issues. If that is what the commission chooses, he will wait until after the state meeting to
bring back the item.
The item was deferred by the sponsor.
13. CONSENT AGENDA:
1 (13-2). A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE EXTENSION OF THE AGREEMENT
WITH 300 ENGINEERING GROUP, P.A., PROVIDING WATER DISTRIBUTION
OPERATIONS ASSESSMENT & OPTIMIZATION, IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO
EXCEED $74,860.00; 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 INTERIM CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE
AN EXTENSION TO AGREEMENT LP13036 WITH THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT
OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION, IN A FORM THAT IS ACCEPTABLE TO
THE CITY ATTORNEY; PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION OF RECITALS;
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE. Sponsored by City Manager
3 (13-4). A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA, FLORIDA, ESTABLISHING A PERMANENT SEATING ARRANGEMENT
ON THE DAIS DURING COMMISSION MEETINGS; PROVIDING FOR
INCORPORATION OF RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Sponsored by Mayor Taylor
4 (13-6). A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA, FLORIDA, HIRING DETRA SHAW-WILDER OF KOZYAK, TROPIN &
THROCKMORTON, LLP TO ASSIST IN DEFENDING THE CITY OF OPA-LOCKA IN
GEORGE SUAREZ ET AL VS. CITY OF OPA-LOCKA; 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 Riley to pass the resolutions.
The motion on the resolutions passed by a 5-0 vote.
Vice Mayor Kelley Yes
Commissioner Pigatt Yes
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Commissioner Riley Yes
Commissioner Holmes Yes
Mayor Taylor Yes
14. NEW ITEMS:
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 SECTION 7-1 ENTITLED SOUTH FLORIDA
BUILDING CODE APPLICABLE OF THE CITY OF OPA-LOCKA CODE OF
ORDINANCES TO REFLECT THE CURRENT NOMENCLATURE UTILIZED BY
MIAMI-DADE COUNTY; PROVIDING FOR THE REPEAL OF ALL ORDINANCES
IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR
INCLUSION IN THE CODE; 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 Vice Mayor Kelley, seconded by Commissioner Pigatt to pass the ordinance.
There being no discussion, the motion on the ordinance passed by a 5-0 vote.
Vice Mayor Kelley Yes
Commissioner Pigatt Yes
Commissioner Riley Yes
Commissioner Holmes Yes
Mayor Taylor Yes
2. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA, FLORIDA, AMENDING SECTION 2-45 ENTITLED AGENDA OF THE CITY
OF OPA-LOCKA CODE OF ORDINANCES TO INCLUDE A DESIGNATED ORDER
FOR CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS; PROVIDING FOR THE REPEAL OF ALL
ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY;
PROVIDING FOR INCLUSION IN THE CODE; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE
DATE. Sponsored by Mayor Taylor
The above ordinance was read by Attorney Brown.
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Mayor Taylor opened the floor for a public hearing.
Dorothy Johnson, 13724 NW 22nd Place, Opa-locka, FL, said that she is concerned because of
what just happened with the last item. There are items on the agenda for discussion and if a
commissioner does not like what is on there, then the manager is forced to defer items and that is
not right. She understands Commissioner Holmes situation, but the commissioners have been
told since 2016 to turn in the vehicles.
There being no further persons to speak on the public hearing, the public hearing was closed.
It was moved by Commissioner Riley, seconded by Mayor Taylor to pass the ordinance.
Mayor Taylor said that the item is simply to provide order for presenting items on the agenda.
Commissioner Pigatt asked the mayor why the item was necessary.
Mayor Taylor said that it creates order.
Vice Mayor Kelley said that he does not support the item and there is no need for that. All items
on the agenda will be discussed and voted on.
There being no further discussion, the motion on the ordinance failed by a 3-2 vote.
Vice Mayor Kelley No
Commissioner Pigatt No
Commissioner Riley Yes
Commissioner Holmes No
Mayor Taylor Yes
The meeting took a recess at 9:07 p.m. and reconvened at 9:13 p.m.
B. SECOND READING ORDINANCE(S)/PUBLIC HEARING:
1. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA, FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 3 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF
OPA-LOCKA, ENTITLED "ADVERTISING", BY AMENDING ARTICLE II,
ENTITLED "SIGNS", BY AMENDING SECTION 3-24 ENTITLED "MAXIMUM SIZE"
TO INCLUDE POLE SIGNS; PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION OF RECITALS;
PROVIDING FOR ADOPTION OF ARTICLE; 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 December 13, 2017). Sponsored by Commission Riley
*I).°lerred From 05/23/2018
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.
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It was moved by Commissioner Riley, seconded by Commissioner Holmes to pass the ordinance.
Vice Mayor Kelley asked the attorney about the law for gas station advertisement and the rights
of the owners.
City Attorney Brown said that although he is not an expert on gas station advertisements, he will
research it.
Commissioner Pigatt said that he does not support the legislation at this time. It should be review
by staff to ensure that the best decision is being made for the community.
Vice Mayor Kelley asked the manager if he had time to research this ordinance to which the
manager said, "No."
Mayor Taylor asked what the problem was with the item.
Vice Mayor Kelley said that his concern is about what Commissioner Riley is asking for and
what staff had concerns with. He does not want legal problems to arise later.
The item was deferred by the sponsor.
2. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA, FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 19 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF
OPA-LOCKA, FLORIDA, ENTITLED "STREETS AND SIDEWALKS," BY
AMENDING ARTICLE I, ENTITLED "IN GENERAL," BY CREATING SECTION 19-8
TO BE ENTITLED "ADOPT-A-ROAD"; PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION OF
RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR ADOPTION OF ARTICLE; 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 February 15, 2018). Sponsored by
Commission Riley *Deferred from C5123/20 I
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 floor for public hearing was closed.
It was moved by Commissioner Riley, seconded by Vice Mayor Kelley for discussion.
Commissioner Riley said that whoever adopts the road will be maintaining it.
Vice Mayor Kelley said that it should be clear what will be done or expected with whoever
adopts the road. He asked the manager to come back within sixty (60) days with a structure for
how the program will run.
There being no further discussion, the motion on the ordinance passed by a 5-0 vote.
Vice Mayor Kelley Yes
Commissioner Pigatt Yes
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Commissioner Riley Yes
Commissioner Holmes Yes
Mayor Taylor Yes
3. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA, FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 2, ARTICLE XI, DIVISION V - CIVIL
SERVICE BOARD OF THE CITY OF OPA-LOCKA CODE OF ORDINANCES;
PROVIDING FOR THE REPEAL OF ALL ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH;
PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR INCLUSION IN THE CODE;
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE (first reading/public hearing held on February
28, 2018). Sponsored by Commissioner Riley °fk f" rrec i front 05/23/2018
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 floor for public hearing was closed.
It was moved by Commissioner Riley, seconded by Vice Mayor Kelley for discussion.
Commissioner Pigatt asked the sponsor what happened to the previous Civil Service Board.
Commissioner Riley said that he is unsure.
Vice Mayor Kelley said that he remembers that there were conflicts with an overstepping of
power between the board, H.R., and the manager's office. He said he knows the employees have
nowhere to go if they have a grievance. Instead of doing away with it altogether as was done
years ago, it should have changed how it operated. He is in support of the board so employees
can have somewhere to go if they feel they have been wronged; it is only fair.
Commissioner Pigatt said that he does not support the item.
Commissioner Holmes said that he has an exception with the Civil Service Board from
previously. He would not mind bringing back the board as long as it is done the correct way.
There being no further discussion, the motion on the ordinance passed by a 3-2 vote.
Vice Mayor Kelley Yes
Commissioner Pigatt No
Commissioner Riley Yes
Commissioner Holmes No
Mayor Taylor Yes
4. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA, FLORIDA, AMENDING ORDINANCE 17-13 BY AMENDING THE ANNUAL
ADOPTED GENERAL FUND BUDGET FOR THE FISCAL YEAR COMMENCING
OCTOBER 1, 2017 AND ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2018, ADJUSTING REVENUES
AND EXPENDITURES AS REFLECTED IN EXHIBIT "A"; 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
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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 March 28, 2018). Sponsored by City Manager `Deterred
i rom 05/23/2018
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 floor for public hearing was closed.
It was moved by Vice Mayor Kelley, seconded by Commissioner Pigatt for discussion.
Commissioner Pigatt said that this is the most important item on the agenda and he wants to
make sure the right decisions are made. He asked the manager what is the objective of this
budget amendment and why is it needed.
Acting City Manager Daughtrey said that the City has a duty to do budget adjustments so that
there are sufficient funds to take the City through the end of the year so that there is not a cash
crunch.
Commissioner Pigatt asked what the amendment accomplishes and what funds are being moved
around.
Finance Director Bryan Hamilton said that seven months of expenditures were reviewed and
seven months were projected. The amendments are also adjustments and sometimes are
corrections of improper revenues and expenditures.
Mayor Taylor asked if a workshop can be held to explain all of this and then the commission can
ask questions as well.
Acting City Manager Daughtrey said that he does not mind deferring the item and calling a
workshop.
Commissioner Pigatt said that he wants to make sure all of the expenditures are explained.
Acting City Manager Daughtrey suggested Wednesday, June 20, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. for the
workshop.
This item was deferred by the sponsor.
5. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA, FLORIDA, AMENDING ORDINANCE 17-14 BY AMENDING THE ANNUAL
ADOPTED PROPRIETARY AND SPECIAL REVENUE FUND BUDGET FOR THE
FISCAL YEAR COMMENCING OCTOBER 1, 2017 AND ENDING SEPTEMBER 30,
2018, ADJUSTING REVENUES AND EXPENDITURES AS REFLECTED IN EXHIBIT
"A"; 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
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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 March 28, 2018).
Sponsored by City Manager *Deferred from 05/23/2018
This item was deferred by the sponsor.
B. RESOLUTIONS:
17. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT:
Acting City Manager Daughtrey said that they have been able to get the contractor to begin
doing the milling. The funds are limited, but the work will begin. It is expected to begin work on
Cairo Lane in the near future. The other major areas will take more time to begin the work
because the funds are not available.
Commissioner Riley mentioned that the driver's license building on LeJeune Road has been
closed because they are not connected to the City's sewer. There are also several residents that
are not connected and something needs to be done. He said that he will have a meeting with the
manager on tomorrow.
Vice Mayor Kelley said that he saw the presentation regarding the milling and he is concerned
about the fact that he drives around the City and can see things that need to be addressed and
nothing is being done about it. If he can see it, he knows the staff can see it. There are several
piles of garbage that is growing and has not been removed.
Commissioner Holmes said that he knows the manager is doing the best he can, but the roads
need to be fixed on Cairo lane. The businesses are suffering and that area needs to be a priority.
Mayor Taylor said that nobody has mentioned the five year recovery plan except her; is it not
important to anyone? She asked the manager for a spreadsheet on how many vendors have been
paid on what the City owes from 2016 until now. She also asked for a spreadsheet on major
crimes. She said she does not like the policy the manager is placing on employees where they
have to inform him by report of conversations they have with the commission or they will face
termination.
Commissioner Holmes asked the attorney to bring back a resolution regarding what the mayor
said.
18. OFFICIAL BOARD REPORTS:
19. MAYOR/COMMISSION REPORT:
20. OFFICIAL BOARD APPOINTMENTS:
21. ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further business to come before the commission, it was moved by Commissioner
Riley, seconded by Commissioner Holmes to adjourn the meeting at 10:53 p.m.
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