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CLERK'S ACTION SUMMARY MINUTES
REGULAR COMMISSION MEETING
WEDNESDAY, April 24, 2019
7:00 P.M.
Sherbondy Village Auditorium
215 Perviz Avenue
Opa-locka, FL 33054
1. CALL TO ORDER:
Mayor Matthew Pigatt called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 24, 2019 at
the Sherbondy Village Auditorium, 215 Perviz Avenue, Opa-locka, Florida.
2. ROLL CALL:
The following members of the City Commission were present: Mayor Matthew Pigatt, Vice
Mayor Chris Davis, Commissioner Joseph L. Kelley, Commissioner Alvin Burke, and
Commissioner Sherelean Bass. Also in attendance were: Acting City Manager Newall
Daughtrey, City Attorney Vincent Brown, and City Clerk Joanna Flores.
3. INVOCATION:
The invocation was delivered by Commissioner Joseph L. Kelley.
4. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited in unison.
5. AWARDS/PROCLAMATIONS/ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS:
The mayor acknowledged that today is Commissioner Burke's birthday.
The city commission presented a commendation to Opa-locka Police Officer Alvin Rodgers for
taking action by recognizing a potential threat at Robert B. Ingram Elementary School and
resolving the issue without incident.
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 16(B)1, 16(B)2, and 16(B)4 (Commissioner Burke); pulled 13-3 (Vice
Mayor Davis); pulled 13-1, 13-3 and 13-5 (Commissioner Kelley).
7. APPROVAL OF AGENDA:
It was moved by Vice Mayor Davis, seconded by Commissioner Kelley to approve the agenda,
consent agenda and pull list.
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There being no discussion, the motion passed by a 5-0 vote.
Commissioner Burke Yes
Vice Mayor Davis Yes
Commissioner Kelley Yes
Commissioner Bass Yes
Mayor Pigatt Yes
8. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Regular Commission Meeting Minutes—February 27, 2019
It was moved by Vice Mayor Davis, seconded by Commissioner Kelley to approve the minutes
from the Regular Commission Meeting of February 27, 2019.
There being no discussion, the motion passed by a 5-0 vote.
Commissioner Burke Yes
Vice Mayor Davis Yes
Commissioner Kelley Yes
Commissioner Bass Yes
Mayor Pigatt Yes
Regular Commission Meeting Minutes— March 27, 2019
It was moved by Commissioner Bass, seconded by Commissioner Kelley to approve the minutes
from the Regular Commission Meeting of March 27, 2019.
There being no discussion, the motion passed by a 5-0 vote.
Commissioner Burke Yes
Vice Mayor Davis Yes
Commissioner Kelley Yes
Commissioner Bass Yes
Mayor Pigatt Yes
9. DISTRICT ONE/DISTRICT TWO - COUNTY COMMISSIONER REPORT:
Larry Gardner, Commissioner Barbara Jordan's Office, District I, said that he does not have
anything to report at this time, but will take any concerns the commission may have back to
Commissioner Jordan.
Commissioner Kelley said he is still waiting for a follow up call from the person he referred him
to regarding the super bowl and events.
Mr. Gardner said he will follow up.
10. PUBLIC PRESENTATION:
11. CITIZENS' INPUT:
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Gina Silas, (no address), said she is humbly requesting a street naming (14090 NW 27th
Avenue, Opa-locka, FL) after her grandfather who was a longtime resident, activist and leader.
Her grandfather held positions on numerous boards and should be recognized. She would also
like for the City to partner with her for a prayer breakfast on July 19, 2019 which is the day the
City proclaimed as Reverend Joe Silas Day 17 years ago.
Shalonda Rivers, 13875 NW 22nd Avenue #116, Opa-locka, FL, said it is going on eight months
and she has been temporarily located in Doral from her apartment. She said she received a call
from residents at 2490 NW 135th Street which is an apartment complex with 48 units; they said
Gina Lopez filed evictions on 38 of the units and that is wrong. She asked the commission to
look into the matter and see what could be done to solve the problem. In her own complex, the
units have been gutted for about seven months and nothing is happening. It is raining inside the
units and the rats, roaches and mold is still going on. It has been three years and no resolution.
She asked the manager and Mr. Abia to do something about it.
Dorothy Johnson, 13724 NW 22nd Place, Opa-locka, FL, said the public should be made aware
that the City has done away with the red light camera program. She applauded Ms. Rivers for the
work she is doing bringing awareness to the conditions at the 22nd Avenue Apartments. She said
there is someone on the dais taking credit as of recently for the funding that is coming in to the
City from the state revolving loan and this is not true. That is as a result of the 2014 —2015 audit
and did not happen just now, this is old legislation and Cairo Lane was a part of that; this is not
new.
Toroni Mitchell, 14225 NW 22nd Place, Opa-locka, FL, said she is addressing the water bill issue
once again because it is still going on. She spoke with Ms. Braynon regarding her and her
mother's house and she is being given the run around. They are being billed the exact same
amount every month and this makes no sense. Now that the county has taken over, she will not
be paying Opa-locka's water bills because she does not have two meters. She also is not going to
be paying for double and triple bills because she does not know where all of these readings are
coming from. She needs answers for all of her concerns and no one is helping her.
Andrea Austin, 13875 NW 22nd Avenue, Opa-locka, FL, said she has been living in the City all
of her life and it has been good up until the last couple of years. She has been threatened, beaten,
and harassed by Opa-locka Police Department and her rights have been violated. She has
contacted all of the commission and the manager and has not received one response from anyone
regarding her issues. She has contacted several outside agencies to receive assistance and nothing
is being done.
Mayor Pigatt asked the legislative aide to assist Ms. Austin.
(Did not state name and address for the record), said she has been living in the City for 37 years
and she has never had an issue with her water bills. She has received several bills recently and
she cannot afford to pay them. She asked the City what it intends to do about the situation.
Lori Rodriguez, 1840 Opa-locka Blvd, Opa-locka, FL, said her water bills are getting out of
control and she does not understand. She has spoken to several people from utility billing and no
one can provide her with any answers. Something needs to be done because it makes no sense.
Audrey Dominguez, 1147 Jann Avenue, Opa-locka, FL, asked what the rush is to get rid of the
city manager. She said there are free services and agencies that can be used to hire a city
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manager instead of spending $26,500.00 that the City does not have. Those monies can be used
for something else like getting a bus for the seniors.
Mayor Pigatt asked the dais if they wanted to comment on any of the issues raised during
citizens forum.
Commissioner Burke said that the City is working on straightening out the water bills and it will
take some time. The hiring of a professional city manager will require the City to do what it
takes to get a professional city manager.
City Attorney Brown said he has said this time and time again and cautioned the commission to
refrain from speaking on the water billing since it is currently in litigation.
Commissioner Kelley said he does not recall being contacted by Ms. Austin regarding her issues
as he would have responded.
Vice Mayor Davis presented a resolution of sympathy to the Herrera Family for the loss of their
loved one (Oscar Herrera) in a recent shooting.
12. ACTION ITEMS:
1 (13-1). 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 2345 SERVICE ROAD, OPA-LOCKA,
FLORIDA IN THE AMOUNT OF $28,380.37; 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 Kelley, seconded by Vice Mayor Davis for discussion.
Commissioner Kelley said he has never been in favor of these kinds of items. It always ends the
same with the property owners wanting to settle and then they pay the reduced fines and rent out
the property without any benefit to the City. He asked the manager how he reached the number
for the reduced fine.
Acting City Manager Daughtrey said the Code of Ordinances states that the fine can be reduced
by up to twenty five percent (25%).
Commissioner Kelley said there is history in the City for finding properties with high liens and
then closing it out for pennies on the dollar when the City needs the money; he will not support
the item at this time.
Commissioner Bass asked if it was a residential property or a for sale property. If it is housing
for the owner that is one thing, but if they plan on putting it on the market for sale, then the City
wants all of the money that is owed.
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Vice Mayor Davis agreed with Commissioner Kelley and said he personally would not go any
lower than fifty percent (50%) of what is owed.
Mayor Pigatt said there should be some process where the property owner and the City can come
to a middle ground where the properties can be rehabilitated and beautify the City, and the liens
be satisfied.
Acting City Manager Daughtrey said the problem is that the City has allowed this to go on for
too long and the situation needs to be rectified once and for all.
There being no further discussion, the motion on the resolution failed by a 3-2 vote.
Commissioner Burke Yes
Vice Mayor Davis No
Commissioner Kelley No
Commissioner Bass No
Mayor Pigatt Yes
2 (13-2). 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 1300 SESAME STREET, OPA-LOCKA,
FLORIDA IN THE AMOUNT OF $137,989.13; 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 Kelley, seconded by Commissioner Burke for discussion.
Commissioner Kelley said he feels the same about this item as he did with the last one.
Mayor Pigatt said he will not support the item because the property owner had ample time to get
the property up to code.
Commissioner Burke said how is it possible that liens are being allowed to run up to this kind of
money. There needs to be a cap on the liens and not let it get to this point; this should not be
happening.
Vice Mayor Davis said he agrees once again and there definitely needs to be a cap on these liens
because this is just too much money that is being accumulated for the owners to pay.
There being no further discussion, the motion on the resolution failed by a 5-0 vote.
Commissioner Burke No
Vice Mayor Davis No
Commissioner Kelley No
Commissioner Bass No
Mayor Pigatt No
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3 (13-3). A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO AN
AGREEMENT WITH SUPREME ROOFING AND CONSTRUCTION, INC., IN AN
AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $285,725.00, FOR THE INSTALLATION OF A NEW
ROOF AT THE MUNICIPAL COMPLEX (780 FISHERMAN STREET), 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 Kelley, seconded by Vice Mayor Davis to pass the resolution.
Vice Mayor Davis said he believes the internal procurement process is not as transparent and the
information should be made available to the residents. He also did not see a bond, pre
documentation from a bid meeting or anything else that would show how this came about. Where
does it show where it was advertised?
Acting City Manager Daughtrey said they needed companies who were willing to respond
immediately. If the contract is approved today, the company will have to provide a bond.
Mayor Pigatt asked if the item has followed the laws of procurement.
City Attorney Brown said he cannot answer the question because he was not involved in the
process. The manager would have to provide that response.
Acting City Manager Daughtrey asked the Public Works Director to come before the
commission and provide a response.
Public Works Director Airia Austin said because the building is suffering from aggressive mold
problems, they wanted to mitigate the concern as soon as possible. At the time of the execution
of the contract is when the company will be required to provide the performance bond to the
City.
City Attorney Brown said a certified statement needs to be enunciated to explain why this item
falls under an emergency.
Mayor Pigatt said he heard the Town Center Building has had leaks for a long time resulting in
this action. He asked the manager to figure out how to rectify this problem. He asked the
attorney if the item can be voted on tonight.
City Attorney Brown said, "Yes."
Commissioner Burke asked the manager if the budget included a procurement officer.
Acting City Manager Daughtrey said the City advertised, but those who have applied did not
have the required municipal experience and this is why the City is in the position it is in right
now.
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Commissioner Kelley said he is equally concerned about why it has not gone through the normal
process, but he knows this is an emergency. He asked that in the future, any item that is an
emergency should include the statute declaration the attorney spoke of.
Vice Mayor Davis said he understands the timeliness of the item, but the commission is here to
allocate tax payer dollars on behalf of the residents so care needs to be taken with these types of
things.
There being no further discussion, the motion on the resolution passed by a 5-0 vote.
Commissioner Burke Yes
Vice Mayor Davis Yes
Commissioner Kelley Yes
Commissioner Bass Yes
Mayor Pigatt Yes
4 (13-5). A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO PIGGYBACK ON
THE CITY OF WESTON'S PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH COLIN
BAENZIGER & ASSOCIATES, TO CONDUCT AN EXECUTIVE RECRUITMENT
FOR A PERMANENT CITY MANAGER, IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED
$26,500.00, IN A FORM THAT IS ACCEPTABLE TO THE CITY ATTORNEY;
PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION OF RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE. Sponsored by Mayor Pigatt, Vice Mayor Davis and Commissioner Burke
The above resolution was read by Attorney Brown.
It was moved by Commissioner Burke, seconded by Vice Mayor Davis for discussion.
Commissioner Bass said she is concerned that there is not a cap on this. She spoke to the
gentleman who informed her that extra expenses will be billed separately outside of this amount.
She cautioned the commission about entering into this type of agreement.
Vice Mayor Davis said he will support the item even though he thinks it is on the high end.
Commissioner Burke said he spoke with Mr. Baenziger also and at this time he is in support of
the item.
Commissioner Bass reiterated what she said about the item.
Commissioner Kelley said he did not have a comfort level with meeting with Mr. Baenziger
about the item and that is why it did not take place. He does not see the need for spending this
kind of money on recruitment; this money is needed elsewhere. You can retain a firm for
recruitment and still end up with a small amount of applicants who may or may not qualify and it
is not worth the money.
Mayor Pigatt said too often the agenda cover memo does not accompany many items. This is
needed to identify the item as well as where the funds will be coming from and it needs to be
included every time. He said when Mr. Daughtrey was hired as interim city manager he did not
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support it because it did not go through the proper process. The same group pf people continued
to apply and that is how the manager was chosen. He asked that they move on this now so the
City can have someone to push the ideas of the commission over the next few years; it needs to
be done.
There being no further discussion, the motion on the resolution passed by a 3-2 vote.
Commissioner Burke Yes
Vice Mayor Davis Yes
Commissioner Kelley No
Commissioner Bass No
Mayor Pigatt Yes
Commissioner Kelley asked the attorney if the funds were coming from the general funding
reserves.
Mayor Pigatt said the item has already been voted on and they have to move forward according
to Robert's Rules of order.
Commissioner Kelley said he had asked this prior to the vote being taken.
Mayor Pigatt asked the attorney for his opinion.
City Attorney Brown said this commission has not followed Robert's Rules of Order before and
he cannot keep Commissioner Kelley from speaking.
Mayor Pigatt said they need to follow the rules and the discussion can be had during the city
manager's report.
5 (13-9). A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA, FLORIDA, ADOPTING THE GUIDELINES FOR THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA EDUCATIONAL SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM AS SET FORTH IN EXHIBIT
"A"; PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION OF RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE. Sponsored by City Commission
The above resolution was read by Attorney Brown.
It was moved by Commissioner Burke, seconded by Commissioner Kelley for discussion.
Mayor Pigatt said he is excited about the item and the opportunity for the City to help the youth
in the community. He wants to amend the item to remove the financial need and proof of
adjusted gross income. He asked the clerk since it is her item.
City Clerk Flores explained that she did submit the information, but it is actually a mayor and
city commission item.
Mayor Pigatt repeated the amendment and also requested to change the item to reflect the City of
Opa-locka awarding the scholarship and not the mayor and city commission.
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Vice Mayor Davis said he saw somewhere where there were matching funds from the business
owners to go along with what the City is offering.
Mayor Pigatt confirmed this with the manager.
Acting City Manager Daughtrey said the funds have not been received as of yet and there is only
the five thousand dollars ($5,000.00).
City Attorney Brown pledged to contribute two thousand dollars (2,000.00) to the scholarship
fund.
A motion was made to amend the item removing the financial need requirement and replacing
mayor and commission with the City of Opa-locka as the presenter.
It was moved by Mayor Pigatt, seconded by Vice Mayor Davis to pass the amendment.
City Attorney Brown informed the commission that since the item is theirs, it does not require a
motion and a second.
Commissioner Kelley said he does not have a problem with the renaming, but questioned why
remove the financial need portion.
Mayor Pigatt said that way the income will not be factor.
There being no further discussion, the motion on the amendment passed by a 5-0 vote.
Commissioner Burke Yes
Vice Mayor Davis Yes
Commissioner Kelley Yes
Commissioner Bass Yes
Mayor Pigatt Yes
There being no discussion, the motion on the resolution passed by a 5-0 vote.
Commissioner Burke Yes
Vice Mayor Davis Yes
Commissioner Kelley. Yes
Commissioner Bass Yes
Mayor Pigatt Yes
13. CONSENT AGENDA:
1 (13-4). A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AN
INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT WITH MIAMI-DADE COUNTY FOR STORM WATER
UTILITY MANAGEMENT, IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $252,162.00, IN A
FORM THAT IS ACCEPTABLE TO THE CITY ATTORNEY; PROVIDING FOR
INCORPORATION OF RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Sponsored by City Manager
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2 (13-6). A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF A REQUEST FOR
PROPOSALS (RFP) SEEKING A POOL OF ATTORNEYS OR FIRMS TO SERVE AS
OUTSIDE LEGAL COUNSEL TO THE CITY ATTORNEY FOR THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA; FURTHER AUTHORIZING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A COMMITTEE
TO REVIEW AND MAKE RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE CITY COMMISSION;
PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION OF RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE. Sponsored by Commissioner Kelley
3 (13-7). A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA, FLORIDA, ESTABLISHING A CAP ON THE AMOUNT OF RETAINERS
FOR OUTSIDE LEGAL COUNSEL AT $10,000.00; PROVIDING FOR
INCORPORATION OF RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Sponsored by Commissioner Kelley
2 (13-8). A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER AND THE CITY
ATTORNEY TO EXECUTE AND IMPLEMENT A SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT, IN A
FORM ACCEPTABLE TO THE CITY ATTORNEY, IN BARRY E. MUKAMAL, AS
CHAPTER 7 TRUSTEE OF THE BANKRUPCY ESTATE OF ROY STEPHEN SHIVER
VS. CITY OF OPA-LOCKA, CASE #: 2018-028275 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 Commissioner Burke, seconded by Pigatt to pass the resolutions.
The motion on the resolutions passed by a 5-0 vote.
Commissioner Burke Yes
Vice Mayor Davis Yes
Commissioner Kelley Yes
Commissioner Bass Yes
Mayor Pigatt Yes
14. NEW ITEMS:
15. PLANNING & ZONING:
A. HEARINGS:
B. APPEALS:
16. ORDINANCES/RESOLUTIONS/PUBLIC HEARING:
A. FIRST READING ORDINANCE(S):
B. SECOND READING ORDINANCE(S)/PUBLIC HEARING:
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1. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA, FLORIDA, AMENDING THE ANNUAL ADOPTED GENERAL FUND
BUDGET FOR THE FISCAL YEAR COMMENCING OCTOBER 1, 2018 AND ENDING
SEPTEMBER 30, 2019, ADJUSTING REVENUES AND EXPENDITURES AS
REFLECTED IN EXHIBIT "A"; PROVIDING FORT HE 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 March
27, 2019). Sponsored by City Manager
This item was deferred by the sponsor.
2. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA, FLORIDA, AMENDING THE ANNUAL ADOPTED PROPRIETARY AND
SPECIAL REVENUE FUND BUDGET FOR THE FISCAL YEAR COMMENCING
OCTOBER 1, 2018 AND ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2019, ADJUSTING REVENUES
AND EXPENDITURES AS REFLECTED IN EXHIBIT "A"; PROVIDING FORT HE
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 March 27, 2019). Sponsored by City Manager
This item was deferred by the sponsor.
3. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA, FLORIDA, AMENDING THE CITY OF OPA-LOCKA CODE OF
ORDINANCES TO REPEAL OPA-LOCKA CODE OF ORDINANCES, CHAPTER 7
BUILDINGS, HOUSING AND STRUCTURAL REGULATIONS, ARTICLE VI FLOOD
DAMAGE PROTECTION; TO ADOPT A NEW ARTICLE VI FLOOD DAMAGE
PROTECTION; TO ADOPT FLOOD HAZARD MAPS, TO DESIGNATE A FLOOD
PLAN ADMININISTRATOR, TO ADOPT PROCEDURES AND CRITERIA FOR
DEVELOPMENT IN FLOOD HAZARD AREAS, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
PROVIDING FOR APPLICABILITY; SEVERABILITY; AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
(first reading/public hearing held on March 27, 2019). Sponsored by City Manager
The above ordinance was read by Attorney Brown.
Mayor Pigatt 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 Kelley, seconded by Commissioner Burke to pass the ordinance.
There being no discussion, the motion on the ordinance passed by a 5-0 vote.
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Commissioner Burke Yes
Vice Mayor Davis Yes
Commissioner Kelley Yes
Commissioner Bass Yes
Mayor Pigatt Yes
4. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-
LOCKA, FLORIDA, TO CONSIDER ADOPTING A SMALL SCALE AMENDMENT,
LAND USE DESIGNATION CHANGE FROM GOVERNMENT TO INDUSTRIAL, FOR
THE VACANT PROPERTY AT THE CORNER OF NW 43" AVENUYE AND NW
133" STREET, OPA-LOCKA, FLORIDA 33054 AND IDENTIFIED BY FOLIO 08-2129-
000-0111 IN THE I-3 THE (LIBERAL INDUSTRIAL) ZONING DISTRICT. LEGAL
DESCRIPTION: THE NORTH 480 FEET OF THE WEST 420 FEET OF THE
SOUTHWEST 1/4 OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF THE NORTHWEST '/4 OF SECTION 29,
TOWNSHIP 52 SOUTH, RANGE 41 EAST, MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA;
PROVIDING FOR APPROVAL; PROVIDING FOR SCRIVENER'S ERRORS;
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (first reading/public hearing held on March
27, 2019). Sponsored by City Manager
This item was deferred by the sponsor.
C. RESOLUTIONS:
17. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT:
Acting City Manager Daughtrey reported that on Saturday, at the Helen L. Miller Center, there
were about seventy five residents who came out to the workshop to discuss their water bills and
the majority left with an understanding of where the City is with the billing. He is available to
answer any questions the commission may have.
Commissioner Burke asked the manager about the vacant positions left behind when employees
leave the City. He said if people have been interviewed, then the City needs to do what needs to
be done to bring them on.
Acting City Manager Daughtrey acknowledged Commissioner Burke.
18. OFFICIAL BOARD REPORTS:
19. MAYOR/COMMISSION REPORT:
Commissioner Kelley thanked everyone who assisted with the Easter Eggscursion as it was a
success and the youth enjoyed it. He invited everyone to the 68th Annual National Day of Prayer
on next Thursday that he is co-hosting with Commissioner Bass; and the Monthly Movie Night
will be held on the first Friday of each month.
Commissioner Bass said she is still working on the We Care project and will be bringing it forth
as soon as everything is complete.
Mayor Pigatt said the line item for the city manager recruitment search is coming from 81-
581920.
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Commissioner Kelley asked if the funds were coming from the general fund reserves or the
budget amendment.
Mayor Pigatt said it is coming from the general fund and if there is an issue with that, it will
come from the budget amendment.
20. OFFICIAL BOARD APPOINTMENTS:
A motion was made to appoint Nikita Nixon to the Historic Environmental Preservation Board
at-large.
It was moved by Vice Mayor Davis, seconded by Mayor Pigatt to approve the appointment.
There being no discussion, the motion on the appointment passed by a 5-0 vote.
Commissioner Burke Yes
Vice Mayor Davis Yes
Commissioner Kelley Yes
Commissioner Bass Yes
Mayor Pigatt Yes
21. ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further business to come before the commission, it was moved by Commissioner
Burke to adjourn the meeting at 9:21 p.m.
AYOR
ATTEST:
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CITY CLERK
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