HomeMy Public PortalAbout12-27 Adopt the Future Land Use Map and Text Amendments 1st Reading: October 10, 2012
2nd Reading: October 24, 2012
Public Hearing: October 24, 2012
Adopted: October 24, 2012
Effective Date: October 25, 2012
Sponsor: City Manager
ORDINANCE NO. 12-27
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF
THE CITY OF OPA-LOCKA, FLORIDA TO ADOPT
THE FUTURE LAND USE MAP AND TEXT
AMENDMENTS, AMEND THE PARKS AND
RECREATION ELEMENT TO THE CITY;S
COMPREHENSIVE DEVELOPMENT MASTER
PLAN, AND AUTHORIZE THE TRANSMITTAL TO
THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC
OPPORTUNITY FOR FINAL ADOPTION;
PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION OF RECITALS;
PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT AND REPEALER;
PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING
FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE
WHEREAS, the City Commission of the City of Opa-locka desires to amend the City's
Comprehensive Development Master Plan by creating the Transit Oriented District (TOD)
Overlay Classification; and
WHEREAS, Policies 7.1 and 7.2 of the Comprehensive Development Master Plan,
adopted by the City Commission in 2011, states that the city should adopt ordinances which
encourage mixed-use development and higher density residential projects; and
WHEREAS, On July 25, 2012, the City Commission adopted an Ordinance amending
the Comprehensive Development Master Plan by creating the TOD Overlay Classification,
amending the future land use map, updating the park and recreation element and authorizing the
transmittal to the FDEO to initiate their review.
NOW,THEREFORE,BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COMMISSION OF THE CITY
OF OPA-LOCKA, FLORIDA, AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Recitals The recitals to the preamble herein are incorporated by reference
Section 2. Adoption The amendment set forth in Exhibit "A" attached hereto and made
a part hereof, is hereby adopted, and the City Manager is authorized to transmit it to the Florida
Department of Economic Opportunity.
Section 3. Interpretation of Captions All headings of articles, sections, paragraphs,
and sub-paragraphs used in this Ordinance are intended for the convenience of usage only and
have no effect on interpretation.
Section 4. Providing for Repeal of Laws in Conflict All local laws and ordinances in
conflict with any provisions of this Ordinance are hereby repealed to the extent of such conflict.
Section 5. Severability If any section, paragraph, sentence, clause, phrase, word, map,
diagram, or any other item contained in this Ordinance is for any reason held by the Court to be
unconstitutional, inoperative, void, or otherwise invalid, such holding shall not affect the
remainder of this Ordinance.
Section 6. Inclusion in the Unified Land Development Regulation Code The
provisions of this Ordinance shall be codified in the Unified Land Development Regulation Code
and may be reorganized, renumbered, or re-lettered to effectuate the codification of this
Ordinance.
Section 7. Providing for an Effective Date The ordinance shall become effective in
the manner provided by law.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 24th day of October, 2012.
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MAYOR
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J.arena Flores
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Moved by: VICE MAYOR JOHNSON
Seconded by: COMMISSIONER HOLMES
Commission Vote: 5-0
Commissioner Holmes: YES
Commissioner Miller: YES
Commissioner Tydus: YES
Vice-Mayor Johnson: YES
Mayor Taylor: YES
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eyesore lots into parks CITY OF OPA-LOCKA, FLORIDA
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Hialeah officials have "For the past six years, and Hialeah Senior High NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Commission of the City of Opa-Iocka,Florida will
plans to turn to empty I've been hearing my neigh- School,which were finished hold public hearings at its Regular Commission Meeting on Wednesday,October 24,2012 at
lots into parks, bors say how terrible the about$1 million under-bud- 7:00 p.m.at the Opa-locka Municipal Complex,780 Fisherman Street,2"Floor,Opa-locka,
complete with art and front of that area is,"she get,Hernandez said. Florida to consider the following items:
domino tables. said. Frederick Marinelli,the
"We even had a horse die city's director of grants and SECOND READING ORDINANCES/PUBLIC HEARING:
BY CHRISTINA VEIGA on that property.And the human services,said the ci-
cveiga@MiamiHerald.com latest was that manure was ty has to use the money to AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-LOCKA,
Hialeah officials want to placed there." promote visual and per- FLORIDA, REQUIRING SPECIAL EVENT PERMIT APPLICANTS TO HIRE AN
take two empty lots on the Hialeah will pay$150,000 forming arts,as well as cul- OFF-DUTY OPA-LOCKA POLICE OFFICER TO PROVIDE SECURITY AT SPECIAL
northwestsideoftownfrom to buy one property from tural heritage. EVENTS THAT ARE HELD IN THE CITY OF OPA-LOCKA; PROVIDING FOR
eyesore to cultural hub. Diamond Fields,a company He said the city is using INCORPORATION OF RECITALS;PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT AND REPEALER;
City Council members on registered to Alex Fernan- the money to build the parks PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY AND CODIFICATION; PROVIDING FOR AN
Tuesday gave preliminary dez of Miami Lakes,accord- "in an area we really need EFFECTIVE DATE(first reading held on September 26,2012).
approval to buy two adja- ing to state records.That them.And any time you ex-
cent parcels of land at the land was appraised at pand your park space,it's AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-LOCKA,
corner of West 17th Avenue $165,000,according to city good for the city." FLORIDA, TO AMEND ORDINANCE NO. 11-07, SECTION 2.45 OF THE
and West 76th Street to turn records. The ideas are just concep- CODE, CHANGING FLORIDA 17TH CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT TO THE
them into walldng parks. The second parcel will foal at this point—the vote 24TH CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT OF FLORIDA;PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION
Mayor Carlos Hernandez cost the city$175,000,which to buy the land needs to go OF RECITALS;PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT AND REPEALER;PROVIDING FOR
envisioned domino tables is what the land was ap- through one more council SEVERABILITY AND CODIFICATION; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE
and even a tribute to Bay of praised at, and will be vote, and Miami-Dade
Pigs veterans, bought from Joe Anon,ac- County officials have to (first reading held on September 26,2012).
The properties,about five cording to city records. agree to reallocate the left- AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-LOCKA,
acres combined, have Hialeah will pay for the over bond money for the FLORIDA,TO AMEND ORDINANCE NO.05-01,SECTION 2-45 OF THE CODE TO
caused headaches for neigh- parks using bond money new project,Marinelli said. ALSO INCLUDE DISTRICT 2 COUNTY COMMISSIONER REPORT; PROVIDING
born.Councilwoman Vivian leftover from building park- Follow @Cveiga on Tsvit-
Casals-Munoz lives nearby. inggaragesatMilanderPark ter, FOR INCORPORATION OF RECITALS; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT AND
REPEALER;PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY AND CODIFICATION;PROVIDING
FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE(first reading held on September 26,2012).
NEIGHBORS CALENDAR AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-LOCKA,
FLORIDA,TO ADOPT THE FUTURE LAND USE MAP AND TEXT AMENDMENTS,
AMEND THE PARKS AND RECREATION ELEMENT TO THE CITY'S
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Agenda Cover Memo
Commission Meeting October 10,2012 Item Type: Resolution Ordinance Other
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Sponsor Name City Manager Department: Community Development
Short Title:
An ordinance of the City Commission of the City of Opa-locka, Florida, amending the City's Comprehensive
Development Master Plan by creating the TOD (Transit Oriented Development) overlay classification, amending the
future land use map to apply the TOD overlay classification to approximately 23.40±acres, amending the park and
recreation element of the comprehensive master plan to update the existing park and recreation inventory,
providing for associated text and map changes as required; and authorizing the transmittal to the Florida
Department of Economic Opportunity the adopted amendment to the City of Opa-locka's Comprehensive
Development Master Plan pursuant to the provisions of the local government comprehensive planning and land
development regulation act; providing for incorporation of recitals; providing for conflict and repealer; providing
for severability; providing for an effective date.
Staff Summary:
Policies 7.1 and 7.2 of the Comprehensive Development Master Plan, adopted by the City Commission in 2011,
states that the city should adopt ordinances which encourage mixed-use development and higher density
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residential projects. On July 25, 2012, the City Commission recommended adopting and transmitting the Transit
Oriented Development (TOD) ordinance to carry out the policies contained in the goals, objectives and policies of
the 2011 CDMP amendment. The Florida Department of Economic Opportunity and other state and local
agencies have the responsibility to review and approve these changes to the comprehensive plan under the state
expedited review procedure. The City Commission authorized transmittal of this information to the state (DEO).
The Florida (DEO) Department of Economic Opportunity has provided comments, as have many of the other
reviewing agencies. These responses are incorporated in the attached ordinance. Upon adoption, this document
will be transmitted to the DEO for its final review of the proposed CDMP amendment. There are no objections
from the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity (FDEO)at this time.
Chronology:
• On July 25, 2012, the Mayor and City Commission adopted an ordinance amending the Comprehensive
Development Master plan by creating a TOD Overlay Classification, amending the future land use map,
updating the park and recreation element and authorizing the transmittal to the FDEO to initiate their
review.
• The City has received several comments from various state, county, and city agencies regarding the
creation of the TOD. To date, we have received no objections from the Florida Department of Economic
Opportunity and other agencies responsible for review. We received comments from the following
agencies, all of which have been addressed:
o Florida Department of Education—August 8, 2012
o Florida Department of Environmental Protection—August 30, 2012
o Miami-Dade County—September 6, 2012
o South Florida Regional Planning Council—September 10, 2012
• Throughout this process, our office worked tirelessly with Consultants retained by the Developers of the
senior housing development project which assisted us in completing the TOD Comp Plan Amendment.
Proposed Action:
Staff recommends approval
Evaluation:
Policies 7.1 and 7.2 of the Adopted Comprehensive Development Master Plan encourages mixed-use
development and higher density residential projects. This Amendment to the CDMP establishes the opportunity
to execute this policy.
Attachment:
Proposed CDMP Text
Comment Letters
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Rose Tydus, Commissioner
Gail Miller, Commissioner `,
FROM: Kelvin L. Baker, Sr., City Manag-4
DATE: October 2, 2012
RE: An Ordinance of the City Commission to Adopt the Future Land Use Map and Text
Amendments, Amend the Parks and Recreation Element to the City's
Comprehensive Development Master Plan, and Authorize the transmittal to the
Florida Department of Economic Opportunity for Final Adoption
Request: An ordinance of the City Commission of the City of Opa-locka, Florida, amending the
City's Comprehensive Development Master Plan by creating the TOD (Transit Oriented
Development) overlay classification, amending the future land use map to apply the TOD overlay
classification to approximately 23.40± acres, amending the park and recreation element of the
comprehensive master plan to update the existing park and recreation inventory, providing for
associated text and map changes as required; and authorizing the transmittal to the Florida
Department of Economic Opportunity the adopted amendment to the City of Opa-locka's
Comprehensive Development Master Plan pursuant to the provisions of the local government
comprehensive planning and land development regulation act; providing for incorporation of
recitals; providing for conflict and repealer; providing for severability; providing for an effective
date.
Description: Policies 7.1 and 7.2 of the Comprehensive Development Master Plan, adopted by
the City Commission in 2011, states that the city should adopt ordinances which encourage
mixed-use development and higher density residential projects. On July 25, 2012, the City
Commission recommended adopting and transmitting the Transit Oriented Development (TOD)
ordinance to carry out the policies contained in the goals, objectives and policies of the 2011
CDMP amendment. The Florida Department of Economic Opportunity and other state and local
agencies have the responsibility to review and approve these changes to the comprehensive
plan under the state expedited review procedure. The City Commission authorized transmittal
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of this information to the state (DEO). The Florida (DEO) Department of Economic Opportunity
has provided comments, as have many of the other reviewing agencies. These responses are
incorporated in the attached ordinance. Upon adoption, this document will be transmitted to
the DEO for its final review of the proposed CDMP amendment. There are no objections from
the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity(FDEO) at this time.
Chronology:
• On July 25, 2012, the Mayor and City Commission adopted an ordinance amending the
Comprehensive Development Master plan by creating a TOD Overlay Classification,
amending the future land use map, updating the park and recreation element and
authorizing the transmittal to the FDEO to initiate their review.
• The City has received several comments from various state, county, and city agencies
regarding the creation of the TOD. To date, we have received no objections from the
Florida Department of Economic Opportunity and other agencies responsible for review.
We received comments from the following agencies, all of which have been addressed:
o Florida Department of Education—August 8, 2012
o Florida Department of Environmental Protection—August 30, 2012
o Miami-Dade County—September 6, 2012
o South Florida Regional Planning Council—September 10, 2012
• Throughout this process, our office worked tirelessly with Consultants retained by the
Developers of the senior housing development project which assisted us in completing
the TOD Comp Plan Amendment.
Financial Impact:
An indirect financial impact is associated with adopting the proposed amendment. Mixed-use
development projects and higher density residential projects would be allowed, thereby
providing an enhanced tax base.
Implementation Time Line: Immediately
Legislative History: City Ordinance No. 12-16
Recommendation(s): Staff recommends approval
Attachment(s):
Proposed CDMP Text
Comment Letters
Prepared By: Howard W. Brown,Jr. Community Development Directo
Gerald Lee, City Planner
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PROPOSED CDMP TEXT
Policy 1.2 of the Future Land Use Element is amended to add the following additional text
(existing text in grey, new text in underline):
TRANSPORTATION Streets, roadways, alleys and railroad as needed.
UTILITIES Communications, water and sewer facilities,
electrical as needed.
TRANSIT ORIENTED DEVELOPMENT Residential Uses(up to 150 units per gross acre),
OVERLAY not to exceed 1,755 total units within the Opa-
Locka Tri-Rail Station TOD.
All uses otherwise permitted in the underlying land
use classification.
Section C.d. of the Future Land Use Element is amended to add the following additional text
(existing text in grey, new text in underline):
Utilities - Standards related to utilities are largely dependent upon the requirement of tile
particular facility being considered. Since utilities are often located within street right-of-ways, their
placement should be carefully coordinated with street plans. Residential areas should be protected from
sewage treatment plants and related disposal uses by open space or other protective measures. The
amount of land uses exclusively for utility purposes (communications, electrical included) normally
represent about 1/2 of Pl b of the total land area of the community. Many of these uses are considered in
other elements of the comprehensive plan.
10. (TOD) Transit Oriented District- This overlay district provides for additional
residential uses in areas served by transit infrastructure. Property shall only be eligible for designation
with a TOD overlay when located within one-half mile of an existing transit station. The district's close
proximity to transit will support a variety of moderate and high-density development. The specific
objectives of this district are to:
-Encourage people to walk, ride a bicycle or use transit;
-Allow for a mix of uses designed to attract pedestrians;
-Achieve a compact pattern of development more conducive to walking
and bicycling;
-Provide sufficient density of employees, residents and recreational users
to support transit; and,
-Generate a relatively high percentage of trips serviceable by transit.
Residential uses will be permitted within all underlying future land use designations in the TOD overlay
district. All other uses otherwise permitted in the underlying future land use classifications may be
developed separately, in combination with the residential use, or replaced by residential use, as long as
the development is in compliance with the building envelope requirements of the underlying future land
use designation, including(but not limited to)restrictions on height andpervious/impervious areas.
However, the maximum number of residential units permitted within the TOD shall not exceed a fixed
number,to be assigned to each TOD district area. The total number of units permitted for the initial TOD
district area for the Opa-Locka Tri-Rail station shall be 1,755 units.
Update of Table 12, Parks and Recreation Element
Table 12: Existing Park and Recreation Inventory
Parks and Recreation Acres Description
Neighborhood Parks
Segal Park 4.05 NW 143rd St. and 22nd Place. Historic Structure,
Recreation Center, Picnic Shelter and Tot-Lot
Community Parks
Sherbondy Park 5.035 777 Sharazad Blvd. Baseball Fields, Recreation
Center, Picnic Shelter and Tot-Lot
2100 Burlington St. Baseball fields, Recreation Center,
Earnest Ingram Park 25.59 Basketball Court,Tennis Courts, Picnic Shelters,and Tot-Lot
Mini Park/Open Space
Washington Tot-Lot 0.5 James St. and Washington Ave.Tot-Lot
Total Acres 35.175 Acres
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Gerard Robinson
KATHLEEN SHANAHAN,Chair Commissioner of Education
ROBERTO MARTiNEZ, Vice Chair
Members
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GARY CHARTRAND
DR.AKSHAY DESA1
BARBARA S.FEINGOLD
JOHN R.PADGET
August 8,2012
Mr.Howard Brown,Jr.,Planning and Community Development Director
City of Opa-Locka
780 Fisherman Street
Opa-Locka,Florida 33054
Via E-mail: hbrown(aopalockafl.gov
Dear Mr.Brown:
Re: Opa-Locka 12-IESR
Thank you for the opportunity to review the Opa-Locka 12-1ESR amendment package, which the Florida
Department of Education received on August 1, 2012. According to the department's responsibilities
under Section 163.3184(3)(b), Florida Statutes, I reviewed the amendment package considering
provisions of Chapter 163, Part II, F.S., and to determine whether the proposal, if adopted, would have
potential to create adverse impacts on public school facilities.
The proposed amendment package relates to the proposed transit-oriented development district and
proposes increasing residential densities to permit development of up to 1,755 units in the affected area.
According to the data and analysis provided, adequate school capacity is available in the affected or
adjacent concurrency service areas. Because the amendment does not appear to adversely affect public
school capacity or sites, I offer no comment.
Again,thank you for the opportunity to review and comment. If you have questions about this letter, or if
I may be of assistance in the future,please contact me at(850)245-9312 or Tracy.Suber(a,fldoe.org.
Sincerely,
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Gro Management and Facilities Policy Liaison
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cc: Mr. Ivan Rodriguez,Miami-Dade County Public Schools
Mr.James Stansbury and Mr. Bill Pable,DEO
THOMAS H.INSERRA
DIRECTOR,OFFICE OF EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES
325 W.GAINES STREET•SUITE 1014•TALLAHASSEE,FLORIDA 32399-0400•(850)245-0494•FAx(850)245-9304
www.fldoe.org
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MEMORANDUM
AGENDA ITEM#III.E.1
DATE: SEPTEMBER 10,2012
TO: COUNCIL MEMBERS
FROM: STAFF
SUBJECT: CITY OF OPA-LOCKA PROPOSED COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT
SLPA#12-1ESR
Community Profile
The City of Opa-locka was incorporated in 1938 with an Arabian Nights theme resulting in a prevalence
of Moorish Architecture. The City is adjacent to the municipalities of North Miami, Hialeah, and
unincorporated Miami-Dade County. The City is approximately four square miles, with a 2010
population of 15,419. The City is home to the Opa-locka Executive Airport and located in close proximity
to the North Campus of Miami-Dade College, both of which serve to encourage population growth and
development within the area. The City is also in close proximity to Northwest Dade Industrial Area and
shares a FIea Market with the City of Hialeah, both of which serve as centers of employment in north
Miami-Dade County.Opa-locka has a Tri-Rail station within walking distance of the downtown area.
Opa-locka is primarily a residential community(70 percent),with a small Commercial (16 percent) area.
Less than two percent of the land area is developed for Industrial uses. Approximately 391.03 acres of
vacant land are within the city. Large scale development of these parcels is not possible because the
parcels are scattered. Opa-locka is seeking annexation of an additional 883.2 acres of land in
unincorporated Miami-Dade County. A general location of the City is shown in Attachment 1.
Pursuant to Section 163.3184, Florida Statutes, Council review of amendments to local government
comprehensive plans is limited to 1) adverse effects on regional resources and facilities identified in the
Strategic Regional Policy Plan for South Florida (SRPP) and 2) extrajurisdictional impacts that would be
inconsistent with the comprehensive plan of any affected local government within the Region.
A written report containing an evaluation of these impacts,pursuant to Section 163.3184,Florida Statutes,
is to be provided to the local government and the State Land Planning Agency within 30 calendar days of
receipt of the amendment.
Amendment Summary
City of Opa-locka proposed amendment package #12-1ESR contains three changes: (1) creation of a
Transit-Oriented Development(TOD)Overlay land use classification; (2) amendment of the Future Land
Use Map to apply the TOD Overlay;and(3) amendment to the Parks and Recreation Element to represent
recently acquired property.
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The City of Opa-locka Commission approved the proposed amendment package by a (5-0) vote for
transmittal on July 26,2012.
The Council commends the City's efforts to create economic development and housing opportunities
using the Tri-Rail Station as a foundational asset. We have identified some concerns that may affect
implementation or create unintended outcomes. Council staff is available to assist the City to address
these issues prior to adoption.Please see the attached amendment review for details.
Recommendation
Find the proposed Future Land Use text and Future Land Use Map amendments related to the TOD
Overlay generally inconsistent with the SRPP;and
Find the Parks and Recreation Element text amendments within the City of Opa-locka amendment
package #12-1ESR generally consistent with the SRPP. Approve this staff report for transmittal to the
State Land Planning Agency and the City.
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FLORIDA REGIONAL COUNCILS ASSOCIATION
LOCAL GOVERNMENT COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT REVIEW FORM 01
South Florida Regional Planning Council Agenda Item and Date:III.E.1,September 10,2012.
Local Government Amendment Number:City of Opa-locka proposed#12-1ESR.
Date Comments due to Local Government:August 31,2012.
Date Sent to Local Government and State Land Planning Agency:by August 31,2012.
Pursuant to Section 163.3184, Florida Statutes, Council review of amendments to local government comprehensive
plans is limited to adverse effects on regional resources and facilities identified in the Strategic Regional Policy Plan
for South Florida(SRPP)and extrajurisdictional impacts that would be inconsistent with the comprehensive plan of
any affected local government within the region. A written report containing an evaluation of these impacts,
pursuant to Section 163.3184, Florida Statutes, is to be provided to the local government and the state land
planning agency within 30 calendar days of receipt of the amendment.
DESCRIPTION OF AMENDMENT
Amendment 1 I Future Land Use Element
Proposed amendment#12-1ESR includes the creation of a Transit-Oriented Development(TOD)Overlay
land use classification. The TOD Overlay would add Residential uses to the application area,defined as
"areas served by transit infrastructure", as well continuing to authorize the uses permitted by the
underlying land use classifications (see Attachment 2). The proposed change notes that Residential will
have a density of 150 dwelling units per gross acre with a maximum of 1,755 residential units. The
amendment is not written as a Comprehensive Plan Policy, rather as a legend entry on the Future Land
Use Map. It is not clear if the TOD's density and maximum units are the standards for its use in any area
of the city that may be subsequently designated as a TOD or solely the proposed application area. The
analysis accompanying the amendment uses a Floor Area Ratio of 3.0 for the Commercial, Industrial,
Public Buildings/Facilities, Semi-Public, and Utilities land use categories; however, the City's
Comprehensive Plan nor the proposed amendment include intensity standards.
Objection
The TOD Overlay land use classification would not be authorized by a Policy in the Comprehensive Plan.
In addition, the proposed legend entry does not provide an adequate definition of a TOD nor does it
provide guidance on densities,intensities,the allowable mixed uses, and percentage distribution of uses
within the TOD.
Recommendation
The City should develop a Comprehensive Plan Policy authorizing the TOD Overlay land use
classification. The Policy should include additional criterion regarding where the TOD Overlay land use
classification may be applied in the future. Section 163.3164(46),Fla. Stat.,the Community Planning Act,
includes a TOD definition that the City could employ.1 The Policy should also clarify the density and
maximum number of residential units and include intensity standards.
1 "Transit-oriented development means a project or projects, in areas identified in a local government
comprehensive plan, that is or will be served by existing or planned transit service. These designated
areas shall be compact, moderate to high density developments, of mixed-use character, interconnected
with other land uses, bicycle and pedestrian friendly, and designed to support frequent transit service
operating through,collectively or separately,rail,fixed guideway,streetcar,or bus systems on dedicated
facilities or available roadway connections."
Amendment 2 I Future Land Use Map
The City proposes to amend the Future Land Use Map to apply the TOD Overlay land use classification
to a 23.40-acre area in the center of downtown(see Attachment 2). The current and proposed land uses
are shown below.
Current Potential Proposed . Number Potential
Land Use Density/ Development* Density/Intensity of Acres Additional
Intensity Development _
Low Density 0 to 9 17 Units 150 units/acre 1.84 +259 units
Residential Units/Acre
Moderate Density 9 to 18 41 Units 150 units/acre 1.37 +164 units
Residential Units/Acre
Commercial N/A 596,336.4 Sq.Ft. 150 units/acre, 13.69 +1,192,672.8 Sq.Ft.,
3.0 F.A.R. 2,053 Units —
Industrial N/A 9,147.6 Sq.Ft 150 units/acre, 0 21 +18,295.4 Sq.Ft.,
3.0 F.A.R. 31 Units _
Public N/A 119,790 Sq. Ft. 150 units/acre, 2 75 +239,580 Sq.Ft.,
Buildings/Facilities 3.0 F.A.R. 412 Units
150 units/acre, +144,620 Sq.Ft.,
Semi-Public N/A 72,309.6 Sq.Ft. 1.66
3.0 F.A.R. 249 Units
Utilities N/A 81,892.8 Sq.Ft. 150 units/acre, 1 88 +163,785 Sq,Ft.,
3.0 F.A.R. 282 Units
TOTAL / 869,476.4 Sq.Ft., 23.40 +1,758,953.2;
58 Units 3,450 Units
*assuming F.A.R.is 1.0;Sq.Ft.=Square Feet
The capacity analysis provided with the amendment assumes a development program that is less than
the maximum authorized by the Comprehensive Plan. The development program assumes 1,755
dwelling units, 611,582.40 square feet of retail, and 917,373.6 square feet of general office. This is based
on a mix-use distribution of 50% residential, 20% retail, and 30% general office. It is not clear what
mechanisms the Comprehensive Plan will employ that would limit the amount of development from the
maximum permitted to the proposed development plan. In addition, General Office and Retail are not
authorized uses in the Industrial, Public Building/Facilities, Semi-Public, and Utilities land use
categories.
The analysis indicates there would be an increase demand of 128,115 gallons per day of sanitary sewer
and potable water;a reduction in solid waste by 4,111 tons per day;an increase of 7.27 acres of recreation
and open space;and a reduction of 40,366 daily trips,which translates to a 2,808 AM Peak Hour and 5,760
PM Peak Hour.
Objection
The proposed amendment is not adequately supported by an analysis of the impacts of the addition
residential development and increased intensities and the type of development allowed by land use.
Recommendation
The City should provide data and analysis reflecting the projected number of additional trips to local,
state, and regional roads that would result from the increases in residential and non-residential
development based on the levels authorized by the Comprehensive Plan. A similar analysis for sanitary
sewer,potable water,recreation and open space,and solid waste should also be provided.
1. ADVERSE EFFECTS TO SIGNIFICANT REGIONAL RESOURCES AND FACILITIES
IDENTIFIED IN THE STRATEGIC REGIONAL POLICY PLAN.
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Department of Regulatory and Economic Resources
MIAMI-DADE Planning Division
111 NW 1 Street•Suite 1250
COUNTY Miami, Florida 33128-1902
T 305-375-2835 F 305-375-1091
miamidade.gov www.miamidade.gov/business/planning.asp
September 6, 2012 CITY Ot OPA-LOCKA
Mr. Howard W. Brown, Jr., Director Community DP
v=lop aentt&Planning Dept..
Planning and Community Development Department Date Recd
City of Opa Locka Signature: arm, A !
780 Fisherman Street, 4th Floor
Opa Locka, Florida 33054
Re: Proposed Future Land Use Map Amendments; DEO No. 12-1 ESR
Dear Mr. Brown:
The Miami-Dade County Department of Regulatory and Economic Resources (RER) has
reviewed the above-referenced Future Land Use Map Amendments to the City of Opa Locka
Comprehensive Development Master Plan. Our review was conducted to identify points of
consistency or inconsistency with the provisions of the Miami-Dade County Comprehensive
Development Master Plan (CDMP) and impacts on County services and infrastructure. The
amendment proposes to: a) create a Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Overlay District for
approximately 23.4 acres; b) amend the Parks and Recreation Element of the City's
Comprehensive Development Master Plan to include recently acquired property to the existing
park and recreation inventory; and c) change the Future Land Use Map and text associated with
the proposed TOD Overlay District.
The Department finds the proposed Land Use Plan Map and Parks and Recreation Element
amendment generally consistent with the County's CDMP. However, the Department offers the
following comments:
General Comments
1. The City of Opa Locka, and thus the proposed TOD Overlay District area, is located
within the County's designated Urban Infill Area. The transit station and adjacent areas
are designated as a Community Urban Center (CUC) on Miami-Dade County's Adopted
2015-2025 Future Land Use Plan map. Community Urban Centers are areas
encouraged to become hubs of future urban development intensification and planned
and designed to promote transit oriented development, with a mix of residential, retail,
professional, institutional, cultural, open space, and pedestrian friendly environments
that promote the use of rapid transit. CUCs shall have a radius of 700 feet to a one-half
mile radius where recommended in a professional area plan for the center. Thus, the
proposed TOD Overlay District area is consistent with the Miami-Dade County
Comprehensive Development Master Plan. However, the proposed high density of 150
DUs/Acre and 3.0 FAR seems to be out of character with the adjacent neighborhood.
2. The City should identify the proposed TOD Overlay District as a land use category on its
Future Land Use Plan Map. Also, the City should adequately define the land use
Howard W. Brown, Jr.
City of Opa Locka
September 6, 2012
Page 2 of 2
category by providing guidance on permitted uses, density and intensity, allowable
mixed uses, and the percent distribution of uses within the TOD Overlay District.
3. Traffic Impact Analysis: The use of a 3.0 FAR for both existing and proposed land use
designations is inadequate for the impact analysis. The proposed TOD Overlay District
provides for more intense mixed-use development which will cause an increase in trip
generation, causing more impact on the adjacent and regional roadway network.
4. The proposed TOD Overlay District is located east of the Opa Locka Executive Airport.
The City is advised that any proposed use on the referenced parcel must comply with all
applicable local, state and federal aviation regulations including the Code of Miami-Dade
County, Chapter 33, Airport Zoning.
5. The City of Opa Locka is a wholesale water and wastewater customer of the Miami-
Dade Water and Sewer Department. Even though the City owns and maintains the water
and sewer infrastructure within the City, the impact analysis should adequately support
the proposed land use amendment.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me or Napoleon Somoza, Section
Supervisor, at 305-375-2835.
Sincerely,
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Mark R. Woerner, AICP
Assistant Director for Planning
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Cc: Ray Eubanks, Administrator
Florida Department of Economic Opportunity
Maria A. Valdes, Miami-Dade Water and Sewer Department
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GOVERNOR EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
FLORIDA DEPARTMENT of _ I
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Mr. Kelvin L. Baker, Sr. `� ,'`
City Manager
City of Opa Locka
City Hall, 780 Fisherman Street, 4th Floor
Opa-Locka, Florida 33054
Dear Mr. Baker:
Thank you for submitting the City of Opa Locka's proposed comprehensive plan
amendments submitted for our review pursuant to the Expedited State Review process. The
reference number for this amendment package is Opa Locka 12-1ESR.
The proposed submission package will be reviewed pursuant to Section 163.3184(3),
Florida Statutes. Once the review is underway, you may be asked to provide additional
supporting documentation by the review team to ensure a thorough review. You will receive the
State Land Planning Agency's Comment Letter no later than August 31, 2012.
If you have any questions please contact James Stansbury, Regional Planning
Administrator,whom will be overseeing the review of the amendments, at(850) 717-8512.
Sincerely,
D. Ray Eubanks, Administrator
Plan Review and Processing
DRE/af
Florida Department of Economic Opportunity I The Caldwell Building 107 E.Madison Street I Tallahassee,FL I 32399-4120
866.FLA.2345 1 850.245.7105 !850.921.3223 Fax I www,FloridaJobs.org I www.twitter.com/FLDEO I www.facebook.com/FLDEO
An equal opportunity employer/program.Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.All voice
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GOVERNOR EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
FLORIDA DEPARTMENT of
ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY
MEMORANDUM
To: Jim Quinn, DEP
Susan Harp, DOS
Tracy Suber, DOE
Phil Steinmiller,FDOT6
Terry Manning, South Florida RPC
Rachel Kalin, South Florida WMD
Mark Woerner, Miami-Dade County
DATE: August 2, 2012
SUBJECT: EXPEDITED STATE REVIEW PROCESS
COMMENTS FOR PROPOSED COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT
LOCAL GOVERNMENT/STATE LAND PLANNING AGENCY AMENDMENT#:
Opa Locka 12-1ESR
STATE LAND PLANNING AGENCY CONTACT PERSON/PHONE NUMBER:
James Stansbury/850-717-8512
The referenced proposed comprehensive plan amendment is being reviewed pursuant the Expedited State Review
Process according to the provisions of Section 163.3184(3),Florida Statutes. Please review the proposed documents
for consistency with applicable provisions of Chapter 163,Florida Statutes.
Please note that your comments must be sent directly to and received by the above referenced local government
within 30 days of receipt of the proposed amendment package. A copy of any comments shall be sent directly to the
local government and ALSO to the State Land Planning Agency to the attention of Ray Eubanks,Administrator,
Plan Review and Processing at the Department E-mail address: DCPexternalagencvcommentsl�Ldeo.mvflorida.com
Please use the above referenced State Land Planning Agency AMENDMENT NUMBER on all correspondence
related to this amendment.
Note:Review Agencies-The local government has indicated that they have mailed the proposed amendment
directly to your agency. See attached transmittal letter. Be sure to contact the local government if you have not
received the amendment. Also,letter to the local government from State Land Planning Agency acknowledging
receipt of amendment is attached.
Florida Department of Economic Opportunity I The Caldwell Building 107 E.Madison Street I Tallahassee. FL 1 32399-4120
866.FLA.2345 850.245.7105 850.921.3223 Fax I www.FloridaJobs.orq I www.twitter.com/FLDEO www.facebook.com/FLDEO
An equal opportunity employer/program.Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.All voice
telephone numbers on this document may be reached by persons using TTY/TDD equipment via the Florida Relay Service at 711.
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Florida Department of Transportation
RICK SCOTT 1000 NW 111 Avenue ANANT{I PRASAD,P.N.
GOVERNOR Miami, Florida 33172-5800 SECRETARY
August 29, 2012
Howard W. Brown, Jr.
Planning and Community Development Director
City of Opa-locka
780 Fisherman Street, 4th Floor
Opa-locka, FL 33054
Subject: Comments for the Proposed Comprehensive Plan Amendments,
Opa-locka #12-1 ESR
Dear Mr. Brown:
The Florida Department of Transportation, District Six, completed a review of the
Proposed Comprehensive Plan Amendments, Opa-locka #12-1ESR, per Chapter
163 Florida Statutes. Based on this review, the District has found that the proposed
Future Land Use Map (FLUM) amendment and the associated text amendment have
the potential to adversely impact transportation resources and facilities of state
importance. Our comments for the City's consideration related to that amendment
are found on the following page. For the parks and recreation amendment, the
Department found no adverse impacts to transportation resources and facilities of
state importance.
The Department's background understanding of the amendment package is as
follows: The first (151) amendment is a FLUM amendment for a 23.4-acre site located
in downtown Opa-locka, abutting the Tri-Rail station, and the second (2"d)
amendment is a text amendment associated with the FLUM amendment. These two
amendments would create a Transit-Oriented District (TOD) overlay allowing 150
residential units per acre in addition to what the underlying land use designations
allow, with total residential development capped at 1,755 units. Accompanying these
two amendments is a May 2012 traffic study conducted by the City indicating that
the system would experience a reduction in trip generation based on the land use
change. The third (3rd) amendment in the package is a text amendment that would
update the existing parks and recreation inventory by adding 35.175 acres of parks
to the inventory.
www dot.state.fl.us
August 29, 2012
Page 2 of 3
Comments related to the FLUM amendment and the associated text amendment
are as follows:
Trip Generation: The May 2012 traffic study concluded that the amendments
result in a reduction in trip generation. Based on the Department's review and
calculations, the intensities and densities of the land use designations would
result in an increase of approximately 10,759 daily trips. We recommend that
the study be revised to reflect the trip generation increase by assuming the
addition of the 1,755 residential units. The amendment does not address how
the transit oriented development will reduce automobile trips.
• Trip Distribution and Assignment: Assuming that a revised study will show an
increase in trip generation, the analysis should show where the additional
trips will be added on the system using an assumed trip distribution pattern
based on regional and local trends.
• Mode Choice and Internal Capture: The May 2012 traffic study does not
discuss how the transit, pedestrian, and bicycle facilities would support the
TOD overlay. This discussion is key to the study given the City's intent to
create a transit-supportive environment through the amendments. The
amendment should specify the type of transit service required for the TOD
overlay and how it will be provided. We also recommend providing guidance
about walkability, connectivity, mix of uses (e.g., land use mix percentages),
and so forth in the TOD overlay text so that the site's potential to develop as a
transit-supportive environment can be maximized. Lastly, we were unable to
determine how the study's internal capture percentages were calculated and
we recommend that this component be revised.
• Network Impact and Mitigation: The revised study should identify impacts to
the transportation system (both roadway and transit) and identify necessary
mitigation needed to maintain the City's level-of-service standards.
Alternatively, the City can revise the amendments to limit intensity and density
in the study area to levels that would not result in impacts. The concept of'de
minimis impact' appears to be misused within the traffic study. We
recommend revising the use of that concept so that the reviewing agencies
can better understand the City's intent.
79ridu Depai tiir 3i7.! of- n.sportcition
RICK SCOTT 1000 NW 111 Avenue ANANTH PRASAD,P.E.
GOVERNOR Miami, Florida 33172-5800 SECRETARY
August 29, 2012
Howard W. Brown, Jr.
Planning and Community Development Director
City of Opa-locka
780 Fisherman Street, 4th Floor
Opa-locka, FL 33054
Subject: Comments for the Proposed Comprehensive Plan Amendments,
Opa-locka #12-1 ESR
Dear Mr. Brown:
The Florida Department of Transportation, District Six, completed a review of the
Proposed Comprehensive Plan Amendments, Opa-locka #12-1 ESR, per Chapter
163 Florida Statutes. Based on this review, the District has found that the proposed
Future Land Use Map (FLUM) amendment and the associated text amendment have
the potential to adversely impact transportation resources and facilities of state
importance. Our comments for the City's consideration related to that amendment
are found on the following page. For the parks and recreation amendment, the
Department found no adverse impacts to transportation resources and facilities of
state importance.
The Department's background understanding of the amendment package is as
follows: The first (1st) amendment is a FLUM amendment for a 23.4-acre site located
in downtown Opa-locka, abutting the Tri-Rail station, and the second (2"d)
amendment is a text amendment associated with the FLUM amendment. These two
amendments would create a Transit-Oriented District (TOD) overlay allowing 150
residential units per acre in addition to what the underlying land use designations
allow, with total residential development capped at 1,755 units. Accompanying these
two amendments is a May 2012 traffic study conducted by the City indicating that
the system would experience a reduction in trip generation based on the land use
change. The third (3d) amendment in the package is a text amendment that would
update the existing parks and recreation inventory by adding 35.175 acres of parks
to the inventory.
www.dot.state.fl.us
August 29, 2012
Page 3 of 3
Please contact Ken Jeffries at 305-470-5445 if you have any questions
concerning our response.
Sincerely,
Phil Steinmilier
District Planning Manager
Cc: Harold Desdunes, P.E., Florida Department of Transportation, District 6
Aileen Boucle, AICP, Florida Department of Transportation, District 6
Ray Eubanks, Department of Economic Opportunity
THE MIAMI HERALD I MiamiHerald.com ND SUNDAY,SEPTEMBER 30,2012 19ND
• Policy 1.2 of the Future Land Use Element is amended to add the following additional text
' (existing text in grey,new text in underline):
• ,(C"` TRANSPORTATION Streets,roadways,alleys and railroad as needed.
UTILITIES Communications,water and sewer facilities,electrical
CITY OF OPA-LOCKA as needed.
TRANSIT ORIENTED Residential Uses(up to 150 units Der gross acre),not to
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING DEVELOPMENT exceed 1,755 total units within the Ooa-Locka Tri-Rail
OVERLAY Station TOD.
TO ADOPT THE FUTURE LAND USE MAP All uses otherwise permitted in the underlying land use
AND TEXT AMENDMENTS AND AMEND classificatio*
Section C.d.of the Future Land Use Element is amended to add the following additional text
THE PARKS AND RECREATION ELEMENT (existing text in grey,new text in underline):
TO THE CITY'S COMPREHENSIVE 9. Utilities-Standards related to utilities are largely dependent upon the requirement of
the particular facility being considered.Since utilities are often located within street right-of-ways,
DEVELOPMENT MASTER PLAN their placement should be carefully coordinated with street plans.Residential areas should be
protected from sewage treatment plants and related disposal uses by open space or other
protective measures.The amount of land uses exclusively for utility purposes(communications.
All residents, property owners and other Interested parties are hereby notified of a Public
electrical included)normally represent about 1/2 of 1%of the total land area of the community.
Heating before the City Commission, to adopt the agenda items listed below,on Wednesday, Many of these uses are considered in other elements of the comprehensive plan.
October 24, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. at City Hall, located at 780 Fisherman Street, second floor, 10. (TOE) Transit Oriented Metric/-This overlay district provides for additional
Opa-locks Florida. residential uses in areas served by transit infrastructure.Property shall onlv_be eligible for
designation with a TOO overlay when located within one-half mile of an existing transit station.
The first reading of the ordinance to adopt the amendment to the Comprehensive Development
Master Plan will occur at the October 10,2012 City Commission meeting,there will be a Public The district's close proximity e transit will support a variety of moderate and high-density
Heating on October 24,2012 at 7:00 p.m.,at the same location,before the City Commission to development.The specific obiectives of this district are to:
adopt and transmit the agenda items listed below. -Encouragepeople to walk.ride a bicycle or use transit;
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF OPA-LOCKA, FLORIDA, -slow for a mix of uses desyned to attract pedestrians;
AMENDING THE CITY'S COMPREHENSIVE DEVELOPMENT MASTER PLAN BY CREATING THE -Achieve a compact pattern of development mom conducive to walking and bicycling;
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TOD(TRANSIT ORIENTED DISTRICT)OVERLAY CLASSIFICATION,AMENDING THE FUTURE Provide sufficient density of employees.residents and recreational users to support
LAND USE MAP TO APPLY THE TOD OVERLAY CLASSIFICATION TO APPROXIMATELY Goner•and
23.40:ACRES,AMENDING THE PARKS AND RECREATION ELEMENT OF THE COMPREHENSIVE Generate a relatively high percentage of t ps serviceable by transit.
MASTER PLAN TO UPDATE THE EXISTING PARK AND RECREATION INVENTORY,PROVIDING Residential uses will be permitted within all underlying future land use designations in the
FOR ASSOCIATED TEXT AND MAP CHANGES AS REQUIRED; AND AUTHORIZING THE TOD overlay district.All other uses otherwise permitted in the underlvinq future land use
TRANSMITTAL TO THE DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY OF THE ADOPTED classifications may be developed separately.in combination with the residential use.or replaced
AMENDMENT TO THE CITY OF OPA-LOCKA'S MASTER LAND USE PLAN PURSUANT by replaced by residential use,as long as the development is in compliance with the building
TO THE PROVISIONS OF THE LOCAL GOVERNMENT COMPREHENSIVE PLANNING AND envelope requirements of the underlying future land use designation,including(but not limited
LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATION ACT;PROVIDING FOR INCORPORATION OF RECITALS; to)restrictions on height and pervious/impervious areas..However,the maximum number of
PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT AND REPEALER;PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY;AND PROVIDING residential units permitted within the TOD shall not exceed a fixed number,to be assigned to
FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. each TOD district area.The total number of units permitted for the initial TOD district area for the
BELOW IS A UST OF THE PROPOSED AMENDMENTS. Opa-Locks Tri-Rail station shall be 1.755 units.
1. e, •+ • : In+' il. :+ ■: :••, ,I I n -This overlay district provides for Update of Table 12,Parks and Recreation Element
additional residential uses in areas served by transit infrastructure.The district's close Table 12:Existing Park and Recreation Inventory
proximity to transit Will support a variety of moderate and high-density development.
2. Update of the Parks and Recreation Element
Parka and Rucreat■on Acnru 17i'n;criution
Neighborhood Parks
3. Update of the City's Future Land Use Map
Segal Park __
9 4.05 NW 143rd St.and 22nd Place.Historic
City of Opa•Loeke,Future Land Use,2010•20J0 Structure,Recreation Center,Picnic Shelter
.. and Tot-Lot
Community Parks
r Sherbondy Park 5.035 777 Sharazad Blvd.Baseball Fields,
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Recreation Center,Picnic Shelter and Tot-Lot
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t ttt6yrt"' � ` r Earnest Ingram Park 25.59 2100 Burlington St.Baseball fields,Recreation
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�� ,.•>*, I Washington Tot-Lot 0.5 I James St.and Washington Ave.Tot-Lot __._
et j j + Total Acres 35.175 Acres
',` Interested persons may appear at the Public Hearings and be heard regarding the adoption of
~%nd.:w. the plan amendment.The amendments will be available for review by the public at Opa-locka
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Municipal Complex, 780 Fisherman Street, second floor, Opa-locka, Florida, during regular
es kotr.r. business hours.You are hereby advised that if any person wishes to appeal any decisions made
r M r., by the City Commission,such person needs to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings
r1...^.--..«—,— of each meeting is made.