FINAL OFFICIAL
Miami-Dade Board of County Commissioners Minutes
Wednesday, July 8, 2020
9:30:00 AM
Virtual Meeting
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Members Present: Barbara J. Jordan; Jean Monestime; Audrey M. Edmonson; Sally A. Heyman; Eileen Higgins; Rebeca Sosa; Xavier L. Suarez; Daniella Levine Cava; Dennis C. Moss; Sen. Javier D. Souto; Joe A. Martinez; Jose "Pepe" Diaz; Esteban L. Bovo, Jr.
Members Absent: None
Members Late: None
Members Excused: None
Members Absent County Business: None

         
1 MINUTES PREPARED BY:  
  REPORT: Judy Marsh, Commission Reporter (305) 375-1967  
1A INVOCATION AS PROVIDED IN RULE 5.05(H)  
1B ROLL CALL  
  REPORT: In addition to the members of the Board, the following staff persons were present: Mayor Carlos Gimenez; Deputy Mayor Edward Marquez; Deputy Mayor/Budget Director Jennifer Moon; County Attorney Abigail Price Williams, First Assistant County Geri Bonzon-Keenan; Assistant County Attorneys Oren Rosenthal, Shanika Graves, Debra Herman, Juliette Antoine, Shannon Summerset Williams, Terrence Smith, Anita Viciana and Marlon Moffett; Acting Clerk of the Board Director Melissa Adames; and Deputy Clerks Judy Marsh and Nelson Diaz.  
1C PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE  
 
1D SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS (SCHEDULED TO BEGIN AT 8:30 AM)  
1E CITIZEN'S PRESENTATIONS (5 MINUTES MAXIMUM)  
1E1  
  201233 Citizen's Presentation     Dennis C. Moss        
  CITIZEN'S PRESENTATION BY DR. ROBIN BACHIN, ASSISTANT PROVOST FOR THE UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI�S OFFICE OF CIVIC AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT AND ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR R. JORGE DAMIAN DE LA PAZ, SENIOR PROGRAM MANAGER OF THE UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI�S OFFICE OF CIVIC AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT REGARDING THE TRACKER SYSTEM UTILIZED FOR THE ''CLOSING IN ON 10,000--A HOUSING SUMMIT'' Presented
  REPORT: Commissioner Moss commented on the �Closing in on 10,000 --A Housing Summit� held in 2019 and thanked Mr. Michael Liu, Executive Director, Public Housing and Community Development (PHCD) and his staff for developing strategies to address affordable housing issues. He recognized Chairwoman Edmonson and Commissioner Jordan for their leadership in the affordable housing arena. Commissioner Moss said he wanted to inform the Board of County Commissioners (Board) about efforts to ensure projects identified at the Housing Summit were being tracked, and to inform the public of the County�s commitment in addressing affordable housing despite the Coronavirus Disease -19 (COVID-19) pandemic.

Mr. Liu emphasized the importance of bringing to fruition affordable and workforce projects that had begun. He introduced Dr. Robin Bachin, Assistant Provost, University of Miami�s (UM�s) Office of Civic & Community Engagement.

Dr. Bachin gave an update on the affordable housing tracker, created in conjunction with PHCD, to address issues raised in the Housing Summit. She noted the Office of Civic and Community Engagement developed online data tools and maps that addressed affordable housing throughout Miami-Dade County, including the Miami Housing Solutions Lab; the Miami Affordability Project (MAP); and the Land Access for Neighborhood Development (LAND). Dr. Bachin stated the affordable housing tracker was being added to these tools. She commented on UM�s long-standing partnership with PHCD and noted the Office of Civic & Community Engagement was working with the County to perform updates to the LAND tools, pursuant to Mayor Gimenez� request.

Mr. Jorge Damian De La Paz, Senior Program Manager, Affordable Housing and Community Development, Office of Civic & Community Engagement, gave an update on the Summit properties and the housing tracker. He stated in October 2019, PHCD provided the Office of Civic & Community Engagement with a list of 108 affordable housing developments expected to be completed or were in the progress of being completed before November 2020. Mr. De La Paz said approximately 60 percent of the properties were in some phase of pre-construction, 28 percent were under construction and 14 percent were completed. He noted the 108 developments would yield a combined 17,000 new units, of which 14,000 would serve as affordable and workforce housing. Mr. De La Paz commented on the current development status and emphasized the importance of tracking their progress as developers made construction, timetable and financing adjustments due to the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic. Mr. De La Paz added that most of the projected units were new construction and would be affordable to low-income households. He advised that between 2009 and 2019 the County gained 11,000 units of affordable housing and was on track to produce the same number of units in approximately half the time due to the leadership of Chairwoman Edmonson, Commissioner Moss, the Board of County Commissioners and PHCD. Mr. De La Paz showed a map of the Summit properties and noted the heaviest clustering of new affordable units would be in Central and South Dade. He commented on the Summit properties that overlaid with municipal boundaries, noting most of the developments were located in the Unincorporated Municipal Service Area (UMSA), followed by the City of Miami, Florida City and Hialeah. Mr. De La Paz advised that Districts 3 and 9 would gain thousands of much needed affordable housing and combined, would generate 6,000 affordable housing units. He further advised many of the Summit developments were located on or near an existing or future public transit corridor.

In conclusion, Mr. De La Paz said the next step would be to turn this information into an interactive dashboard that would allow residents to easily track the County�s progress in reaching the Summit goal. He added that this tool would be linked on PHCD�s website and was being modeled after the City of Atlanta�s Housing Affordability Tracker�s best practice. Updated quarterly, Mr. De La Paz said the housing tracker would provide accountability for County production goals, and feature detailed drill downs for each Summit property, including the income levels and type of population served. He expressed his hope to have a test version of the dashboard online over the next few weeks, and thanked Commissioner Moss and PHCD for their support of this project, and the Chairwoman and Board for their time.

Commissioner Moss commended Dr. Bachin and Mr. De La Paz for an outstanding presentation and noted the County took the provision of affordable housing in the community very seriously. He noted having the largest concentration of new affordable units in District 9 indicated the availability of land, and expressed his desire for development along the Transitway. Commissioner Moss thanked Chairwoman Edmonson and Commissioner Jordan for their leadership and efforts in the affordable housing development issue.

Commissioner Higgins mentioned the Community Disparities Subcommittee and the Housing and Social Services Committee chaired by Commissioner Moss, discussed the LAND tool. She stated proposed legislation would be on the July 13, 2020 Chairwoman�s Policy Council meeting regarding using this tool to ensure vacant and under-utilized land could be implemented for affordable housing.

Commissioner Moss thanked Commissioner Higgins and the Committee for their participation on this issue.

Chairwoman Edmonson thanked Commissioner Moss for his efforts on the Housing and Social Services Committee.
 
1E2  
  201201 Citizen's Presentation     Rebeca Sosa        
  FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION (FAA) PRESENTATION BY MR. MICHAEL O�HARRA, FAA REGIONAL ADMINISTRATOR, SOUTHERN REGION TO UPDATE THE BOARD ON THE SOUTH-CENTRAL FLORIDA METROPLEX PROJECT Presented
  REPORT: Pursuant to Commissioner Sosa�s request, Mr. Lester Sola, Aviation Director, introduced Mr. Michael O�Hara, Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Regional Administrator, Southern Region.

Mr. O�Hara provided a slide presentation on the South-Central Florida Metroplex Project. He said the project would modernize the air traffic procedures of the 21 airports within Southern Florida, mainly focusing on four (4) major airports, the largest of which was Miami International Airport (MIA). Mr. O�Hara discussed the benefits of the project which included designing routes to comply with current noise abatement procedures; modernizing air traffic procedures to today�s standards; enhancing safety and efficiency; improving predictability of flight operations and safe separation of air traffic routes; decreasing congestion at airports and in the air helping to reduce delays; reducing complexity and communication for air traffic controllers and pilots.

Mr. O�Hara stated the proposed action was not yet in effect; however, the FAA had completed a Draft Environmental Assessment which indicated there would be no required ground disturbance or increased aircraft operations within the Florida Metroplex airspace; no significant noise or environmental impacts; arrivals would incorporate optimized profile descents keeping flights at or above altitudes seen today; and precision capabilities associated with satellite procedures off the ground to eliminate drift over specific noise-sensitive areas near the airport.

Mr. O�Hara discussed the process related to the project and noted the Draft Environmental Assessment was released in May 2020 followed by a 60-day comment period which would have ended July 10, 2020, but which was now extended until July 24, 2020. He said the FAA would be reviewing public comments on the project as it worked toward an environmental decision on the project. Mr. O�Hara noted the earliest the changes would become effective would be 2021. He commented on the public outreach and engagement, stating the FAA hosted three virtual meetings in Miami on June 9, 10 and 11, 2020 and displayed the meeting participation.

Commissioner Sosa thanked Mr. O�Hara for his presentation and noted Mr. Sola would apprise the Board of any activity moving forward.

Commissioner Heyman mentioned multiple cities were opposed to the Airport�s projected plans. She stated, for the record, that the FAA�s project would provide efficiency to reduce delays and bring flights on time for the Airport�s operations while keeping flights at or above altitudes coming in over the coastline; and there would be no significant noise or environmental impacts to the projection of 2021 and 2026 as noted in public documentation. Commissioner Heyman commented on allegations that between 200 to 400 daily flights were aggravating the residential and business communities along the east coast. She stated, and Mr. Sola concurred, that these were future projections and would negate the statement regarding adverse impacts to the residential and business communities.

Mr. Sola explained the focus was on lower noise and flying over bodies of water such as Biscayne Bay or commercial areas to the west to mitigate potential Airport impacts. He noted the FAA and the Airport had been working with the communities to provide avenues of communication, and the Aviation Department was seeking to address any concerns with factual information.

Mr. O�Hara said there were no significant environmental impacts associated with the project and the FAA was preparing a response related to the air space above the community.

In response to Commissioner Levine Cava�s inquiries regarding potential noise increase over residential areas, Mr. O�Hara stated the FAA analyzed 117,000 data points across Florida and there were no significant increase or decrease at any of these data points. He further stated the FAA worked with the Noise Abatement Advisory Board and examined opportunities to improve the noise footprint in Miami while also focusing on safety and efficiency. Mr. O�Hara advised public comments could be made until July 24, 2020 at floridametroplexworkshops.com.

Commissioner Sosa thanked Chairwoman Edmonson for allowing this presentation. She stated the Airport was within her Commission District and lower noise was very important for area residents.
 
1E2 SUPPLEMENT  
  201360 Supplement      
  POWERPOINT PRESENTATION ON FLORIDA METROPLEX STATUS Presented
1F REPORTS OF OFFICIAL BOARDS  
1G REASONABLE OPPORTUNITY FOR THE PUBLIC TO BE HEARD AS PROVIDED IN RULE 6.06  
  REPORT: Prior to opening the reasonable opportunity for the public to be heard, Chairwoman Edmonson announced today�s (7/8) virtual meeting was structured to emulate a regular Board of County Commissioners meeting and all rules and procedures would be adhered to. She explained the format of today�s meeting and noted approximately 160 individuals registered to speak, each speaker would be limited to one minute, public hearing items would be queued in at the appropriate time, and the one minute rule would be adhered to for all formats of public comment.

Chairwoman Edmonson asked that Commissioners use the raise the hand icon to speak and remain muted until recognized by her or the Vice Chairwoman when she was facilitating the meeting, and announce their departure from the meeting. She stated essential County staff would be participating as attendees in the event questions or clarifications were needed on items.

Chairwoman Edmonson presented a reasonable opportunity for the public to be heard.

Commission Auditor Yinka Majekodunmi announced the names of the following callers who spoke telephonically:

~ Jean Newland spoke in support of the police oversight board
~ Jessica Breaux was inaudible
~ State Representative James Bush 111, First Vice President, Brownsville Civic Neighborhood Association, spoke in support of Item 11A19, and requested the Lincoln Memorial Park Cemetery be purchased at fair market value
~ Dorothy Brown-Alfaro, Business Advocate and Board member, CSBE Association, Inc. spoke in opposition to Item 4B and requested the five-page document provided to Commissioners be included in the proposed ordinance; and the 20/40 percent penalties be reduced back to the 2016 10/30 percent
~ Kerry Black, Chief Executive Officer, South Dade Chamber of Commerce, submitted a letter in support of the proposed Amazon Distribution facility to be constructed on 76 acres of County-owned land and spoke of the economic impact to South Dade.
~ Gabriela Espinoza, thanked commissioners for co-sponsoring Item 11A24
~ Marva Lightbourne spoke on the need for community involvement in Item 11A19

Chairwoman Edmonson stated that a public hearing would be held on Item 11A19.

~ William Quinlan spoke in support of Item 11A24
~ Al Maloof, spoke in support of Item 8F2 and asked the Administration be allowed to proceed with this item as presented
~ Jeffrey Allen, spoke in connection with Item 13A1 and suggested there should be local preference and renegotiation
~ Robin Schwartz, member, LGBQT Advisory Board, stated the Board voted in support of Item 5A Substitute No. 2; and she urged adoption of Item 11A18.
~ Daniel Veitia, spoke in support of Item 5H; however, Chairwoman Edmonson advised this was a public hearing item
~ Victoria Montanaro spoke in support of Items 5A Substitute No. 2 and 11A18.
~ Theophilus Williams spoke in support of the proposed Independent Civilian Panel and suggested other areas, such as Corrections, be considered.

In response to Commissioner Martinez� inquiry whether the public would be speaking on Item 5A during the public hearing, County Attorney Abigail Price-Williams advised the public should only be speaking on Item 11A18 during the reasonable opportunity.

~ Alissa Farina, Miami, 33131, spoke in support of Item 5A Substitute No. 2.
~ Andrea Nodal, Commission District 5 resident, spoke in support of Item 11A18
~ Wendoline Dowdell, spoke in connection with Item 4B, and suggested the Living Wage be revisited, more transparency be given to Small Business Enterprises, revising the contract amount from $100,000 to $300,000 and replace the lowest responsible bidder with responsible bidder
~ Dwight Wells, Founder, Bikes Up Guns Down Boys and Girls, spoke in support of Item 11A19
~ Andrea Romero spoke in support of Items 5A Substitute No. 2 and 11A18
~ Steven Ramirez spoke in support of Item 5A Substitute
~ Bonita Levarity spoke in support of Item 11A19 and asked that any monies received be dedicated towards a monument to commemorate those who were buried at the Lincoln Memorial Park Cemetery, and suggested a commission be established to interview family members so stories could be told of the people who were buried there
~ Amy Carswell spoke on data collection on the Coronavirus Disease and suggested collecting information regarding the occupation of those who tested positive to address dangerous situations in the workplace.
~ Mildred Petit spoke in support of Item 5A Substitute
~ A member of Protest Miami spoke in support of Item 11A18
~ Yamile Godoy spoke in support of Item 11A18
~ Brian Gilderman spoke in opposition to Item 1E2, the FAA Metroplex presentation.
~ Catherine Martinez spoke in support of Item 5A Substitute
~ Christopher Benjamin, Legal Redress Chair, Miami Branch, National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP), spoke in support of Item 11A18
~ Guy Forchion, Virginia Key Beach Park Trust, spoke in support of Item 14A5, and invited the Board members to celebrate the Historic Virginia Key Beach Park Day virtually
~ Evelyn Montiel spoke in support of Item 11A18
~ Jeffery Mitchell spoke in support of Items 2B3 and 11A12
~ Kechi Okpala, Virginia Key Beach Park Trust, spoke in support of Item 14A5
~ John Arroyo spoke in support of Items 5A Substitute No. 2 and 11A18
~ Katherine Holliston was inaudible
~ Ariel Rojas Medina spoke in support of the FPL proposal
~ Kenneth Kilpatrick, Brownsville Civic Neighborhood Association (BCNA), spoke in support of Item 11A19, noting the BCNA expected a fair bargaining process in purchasing the Lincoln Memorial Park Cemetery and to be allowed a prominent role in oversight. He also spoke in support of Item 5A Substitute No. 2.
~ Manning Salazar, Neighborhood Organization to Save North Beach, called in to speak in support of Item 5H. He spoke in support of Items 5A Substitute No. 2 and 11A18.

Chairwoman Edmonson stated Item 5H was a public hearing item and would be addressed separately.

~ Maria Chicuen, Public Affairs Manager, Transit Alliance Miami, spoke in support of Item 11A12
~ MacKenzie Marcelin spoke in support of the Board�s urge to FPL regarding the moratorium, requested the Board to provide rent and utilities relief, possibly through the CARES ACT, and spoke in support of Item 11A18
~ Maria Gonzalez, Coral Gables and District 6 resident, spoke in support of Item 11A18
~ Marlene Martinez was inaudible
~ Mayra Cruz spoke in support of the Board�s urge to FPL regarding the moratorium and suggested potentially using the CARES ACT funds to provide rent and utility relief to families
~ Michael Finney spoke in support of Item 8L12, the proposed Amazon distribution facility, and commented on the economic impact to South Dade
~ Maryuri Orellana was inaudible
~ Michelle Shindell, volunteer lead, Miami Chapter of Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense, and former prosecutor, spoke in support of Item 11A18.
~ Richard Head, SL Environmental Law Group, spoke in support of Item 13A1
~ Morgan Gianola spoke in support of Items 11A24, 11A12 and 11A18
~ Nicole Crooks spoke in support of Items 11A24, 11A19, 8K2 and 11A24
~ Peter England was inaudible
~ Rachel Collins, Homestead Florida 33031, spoke in support of Items 11A24 and 11A18
~ Reverend Brian Dennis spoke in support of Items 11A18 and 11A19, and asked that Lincoln Memorial Gardens� owners be incorporated in the purchase process and a fair negotiating price be done
~ Gabriela Barrocas spoke in support of Items 11A24, 5A Substitute No. 2 and 8K2
~ Rick Crooks, EAC Consulting, and Chair, A&E Professional Services Task Force, spoke in support of Item 6B1 and encouraged approval of the Local Headquartered Business Preferences and the requested modifications to limit the Equitable Distribution Program to Local Small Business Enterprise and local businesses.
~ Jeanne Baker, American Civil Liberties Union of Miami, spoke in support of Item 11A18
~ Santra Denis, Miami Workers Center, spoke in support of Item 11A18
~ Shabnam Khalili, League of Women Voters of Miami-Dade, spoke in support of Item 11A18
~ Shawn Wilborne spoke in support of Items 11A18 and 11A24. He suggested �morals� be included in the resolution title after �welfare� and that the waiver application process was just and inclusive.
~ Shekenan Apedo (phonetic) was inaudible
~ Sydney Selde, spoke in support of Items 5A Substitute No. 2 and 11A18
~ Bradford Brown, 11266 S.W. 166 Terrace, Miami 33157, Secretary, South Dade NAACP, spoke in support of Item 11A18
~ Mary Reeves spoke in support of Item 11A24 and in opposition of the early headstart waiver that was presented to parents by Mayor Gimenez.
~ Vanessa Brito was inaudible
~ Zachariah Cosner, District 7 resident, representing Florida Conservation Voters, spoke in support of Item 11A24
~ Alexandria Medina spoke in support of Item 11A18
~ Daniel Genden spoke in connection with Item 6B2, funding for Clerk of Courts employees, and asked the Board to save jobs
~ Danielle Bender spoke in support of Item 11A18
~ Eric Zichella spoke on Item 8F2 and noted it was inappropriate to reveal an unsolicited proposer�s bid and ask the proposer to bid against other proposers when they knew his ideas.
~ Jessica Breaux, Amazon.com, spoke in support of Item 8L12, thanked Commissioner Moss for supporting the proposed project, and looked forward to working with the County in bringing quality jobs to the County.
~ Gleness Jacobs was inaudible
~ Marleine Bastien spoke in support of Item 11A18
~ Jessica Saint-Fleur, 155 NW 64 Street, Miami, spoke in support of Items 11A18 and 5A Substitute No. 2
~ Emily Gorman, 10 Aragon, Coral Gables 33134, Chair, Miami Climate Alliance Steering Committee and representative, Sierra Club, spoke in support of Items 11A24 and 5A Substitute No. 2
~ Mary Johnson, 33138, spoke in support of Item 11A18 and requested the proposed charter amendment item be placed on the ballot.
~ Raisa Sequeira, e-Board member, County Commission for Women, spoke in support of Items 11A18 and 5A Substitute No. 2. She requested the gender balance of the proposed Independent Civilian Panel be considered.
~ Gabriel Medina, District 8 resident, 33190, spoke in support of Item 11A18

Following Commission Auditor Majekodunmi�s statement that there were no more individuals registered or waiting to speak, Chairwoman Edmonson closed the reasonable opportunity to be heard.
 
1H MOTION TO SET THE AGENDA AND "PULL LIST"  
  REPORT: County Attorney Abigail Price-Williams advised Mayor Gimenez was requesting withdrawal of Item 2B1 to revise the report and provide clarifications and updates and would resubmit a new report for the July 21, 2020 Board of County Commissioners (Board) meeting; Commissioner Monestime requested Items 2B2 and 2B2 Supplement be added to the pull list; Item 7A contained a scrivener�s error and on the checklist page �no committee review� was checked incorrectly; however, this item was considered and a public hearing was held at the Chairwoman�s Policy Council meeting on June 8, 2020; Commissioner Heyman requested to be added to the pull list for Item 8F1; Item 8F2 Supplement was added to the pull list; Commissioner Diaz requested Item 9A1 be added to the pull list; Commissioner Bovo requested to be added to the pull list for Item 11A2 Substitute; Commissioners Bovo and Diaz asked to be added to the pull list for Item 11A12; Commissioner Diaz requested Items 11A15 and 11A15 Substitute be added to the pull list; Commissioners Bovo and Diaz asked to be added to the pull list for Item 11A18; Commissioner Bovo asked to be added to the pull list for Items 11A22 and 11A23; Commissioner Diaz requested Item 11A24 be added to the pull list; Commissioner Bovo requested to be added to the pull list for Item 14A3; and Commissioner Moss requested Item 8L12 be pulled for comments.

County Attorney Price-Williams stated Commissioner Diaz requested to be listed as a co-sponsor for Item 4D; Chairwoman Edmonson requested to be listed as a co-sponsor for Item 5C; Commissioners Sosa, Diaz and Jordan requested to be listed as co-sponsors for Item 5F Substitute; Commissioner Monestime requested to be listed as a co-sponsor for Item 8K2; Commissioner Sosa requested to be listed as a co-sponsor for Item 11A2 Substitute; Commissioners Bovo and Monestime requested to be listed as co-sponsors for Item 11A8; Commissioners Jordan, Monestime and Suarez requested to be listed as co-sponsors for Item 11A19; Commissioners Sosa and Jordan requested to be listed as co-sponsors for Item 11A20; Chairwoman Edmonson requested to be listed as a co-sponsor for Item 11A22; and Commissioners Sosa and Jordan requested to be listed as co-sponsors for Item 11A23.

County Attorney Price-Williams announced the items to be considered at today�s (7/8) meeting would be those listed in the printed final agenda with the additions, deferrals, withdrawals, and scrivener�s errors noted in the Board of County Commissioners� Chairwoman Audrey M. Edmonson�s memorandum entitled �Changes for the July 8, 2020 BCC meeting� and include the items previously mentioned. The Board would vote on all these items by a single vote setting the agenda except any remaining citizen�s presentations, ordinances for first reading, public hearings, and the following discussion items: 6B1, 6B2, 6B3, ordinances for second reading and the following pull list items: 2B1, 2B2 and its supplement, 2B3, 8F1, 8F2 and its supplement, 8F3, 8F4, 8I1, 8K2, 8O1, 9A1, 11A1, 11A2 Substitute, 11A3, 11A12, 11A15 Substitute, 11A18, 11A19, 11A20, 11A22, 11A23, 11A24, 14A1, 14A2, 14A3, 14A4, 14A5 and 14A6.

It was moved by Commissioner Sosa that today�s (7/8) agenda by approved, along with the changes listed in the Chairwoman�s Memorandum entitled �Changes Sheet,� and the additional changes noted by County Attorney Price-Williams. This motion was seconded by Commissioner Martinez.

Commissioner Monestime commented on regulation requiring international students who were pursuing degrees in the United States to leave the country or risk deportation if their universities or colleges only conducted online courses. He opined this was a policy which the Board of County Commissioners should oppose and asked the Chair at her discretion to allow him to present a motion on this issue.

Upon being put to a vote, the motion to set the agenda passed by a vote of 13-0.
 
1I OFFICE OF COMMISSION AUDITOR  
1J OFFICE OF INTERGOVERNMENTAL AFFAIRS  
1K OFFICE OF COMMUNITY ADVOCACY  
2 MAYORAL ISSUES  
2A MAYORAL VETOES  
2B MAYORAL REPORTS  
2B1  
  201160 Report      
  REPORT ON PROPOSAL FOR A HOLIDAY-THEMED, TEMPORARY FAIR AT TROPICAL PARK IN NOVEMBER AND DECEMBER 2020 � DIRECTIVE 200908(Mayor) Withdrawn
Report
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Xavier L. Suarez
Vote: 13 - 0
2B2  
  201133 Report      
  RESPONSE TO RESOLUTION NO. R-431-20 DIRECTING THE COUNTY MAYOR TO REPORT ON THE RACE, ETHNICITY AND OTHER DEMOGRAPHICS PERTAINING TO INDIVIDUALS POSITIVE FOR COVID-19(Mayor) Accepted
Report
Mover: Jean Monestime
Seconder: Audrey M. Edmonson
Vote: 13 - 0
  REPORT: Commissioner Monestime released the foregoing report from the day�s Pull List.

There being no comments or questions, the Board proceeded to vote on the foregoing report, as presented.
 
  6/16/2020 Deferred by the Board of County Commissioners  
2B2 SUPPLEMENT  
  201317 Supplement      
  SUPPLEMENT REGARDING THE DISCUSSION ON THE RESPONSE TO RESOLUTION NO. R-431-20 DIRECTING THE COUNTY MAYOR TO REPORT ON THE RACE, ETHNICITY AND OTHER DEMOGRAPHICS PERTAINING TO INDIVIDUALS POSITIVE FOR COVID-19 Presented
2B3  
  201287 Report      
  REPORT REGARDING THE EMERGENCY PURCHASE OF FIXED BUS ROUTES TRANSPORTATION SERVICES TO MAINTAIN PROPER SOCIAL DISTANCING AND MEET CUSTOMER DEMAND(Mayor) Accepted
Report
Mover: Esteban L. Bovo, Jr.
Seconder: Rebeca Sosa
Vote: 13 - 0
  REPORT: Members of the Board directed questions to staff regarding operation of the available bus fleet; accessibility for individuals with disability issues; the Transit Workers Union (TWU)�s concerns and suggested solutions; the impact of the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) on bus operators; ridership data and contact tracing.

Deputy Mayor/Budget Director Jennifer Moon advised that additional buses were placed on operational routes to ensure the required social distancing, and over the road coaches were being used on the express routes while the 40-foot buses were being used as a back-up for other buses that traveled on heavily used routes. Deputy Mayor Moon stated Administration continued to work with contractors regarding the availability of accessible vehicles, and to ensure vehicles were in the right places for users of the routes.

Ms. Alice Bravo, Director, Miami-Dade Transit Director, Department of Transportation and Public works (DTPW), said vehicle capacity had been significantly reduced to maintain social distancing requirements; however, ridership had increased and DTPW was making sure passengers were not left behind. She noted staff implemented the TWU�s suggestion regarding the route lineup, and additional vehicles with drivers were being brought in as needed. Ms. Bravo also noted Special Transportation Services were still operational.

Ms. Bravo commented on the limited availability of seats on buses due to COVID-19 and the need for the emergency purchase of fixed bus routes despite drivers being asked to work overtime and supplemental buses being utilized on heavier ridership routes. She also commented on the shortage of drivers, noting 44 bus operators tested positive for COVID-19 including five supervisors from approximately 2,000 operators.

Deputy Mayor Moon explained the TWU recommended a different method of scheduling drivers to operate routes with fewer drivers which was implemented; however, more vehicles and drivers would be needed if the ridership increased. She noted DTPW would prefer to use County drivers but knew they could not work all the time. Deputy Mayor Moon said Administration was implementing COVID-19 testing for Transit employees and would not wait for contact tracing. She explained that every employee who tested positive would be contacted and asked to provide the State with information about who they came in contact with.

In response to Commissioner Bovo�s inquiry whether the County maintained a list of employees� test results, Mayor Gimenez stated the Human Resources Department provided an update of the number of individuals who tested positive for COVID-19 in Miami-Dade County.

Ms. Arleene Cuellar, Human Services Director, said the department received reports from all County departments on employees who only tested positive.

SPECIAL NOTE: The foregoing report was accepted on Thursday, July 9, 2020.
 
2C OTHER ISSUES  
3 CONSENT ITEMS  
3A COMMISSIONER CONSENT ITEMS  
3A1  
  201178 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Barbara J. Jordan        
  RESOLUTION DECLARING TWO 1999 NORTH AMERICAN BUSES SURPLUS; AUTHORIZING THEIR DONATION TO KINAD, INC.; AND AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE COMMUNITY BASED ORGANIZATION AGREEMENTS, TO EXERCISE ANY AND ALL OTHER RIGHTS CONFERRED THEREIN, AND TO TAKE ANY AND ALL ACTIONS NECESSARY TO EFFECTUATE THE FOREGOING Adopted
Resolution R-603-20
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Joe A. Martinez
Vote: 13 - 0
3A2  
  201179 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Barbara J. Jordan        
  RESOLUTION DECLARING TWO 1999 NORTH AMERICAN BUSES SURPLUS; AUTHORIZING THEIR DONATION TO CONCERNED AFRICAN WOMEN, INC.; AND AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE COMMUNITY BASED ORGANIZATION AGREEMENTS, TO EXERCISE ANY AND ALL OTHER RIGHTS CONFERRED THEREIN, AND TO TAKE ANY AND ALL ACTIONS NECESSARY TO EFFECTUATE THE FOREGOING Adopted
Resolution R-604-20
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Joe A. Martinez
Vote: 13 - 0
3A3  
  201177 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Joe A. Martinez        
  RESOLUTION DECLARING ONE 2007 CUSTOM OFFICE TRAILER SURPLUS; AUTHORIZING ITS DONATION TO THE HAITIAN AMERICAN EMERGENCY RELIEF COMMITTEE INC.; AND AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR TO EXECUTE A COMMUNITY BASED ORGANIZATION AGREEMENT, TO EXERCISE ANY AND ALL OTHER RIGHTS CONFERRED THEREIN, AND TO TAKE ANY AND ALL ACTIONS NECESSARY TO EFFECTUATE THE FOREGOING Adopted
Resolution R-605-20
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Joe A. Martinez
Vote: 13 - 0
3A4  
  201153 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Eileen Higgins        
  RESOLUTION APPROVING ALLOCATIONS FROM THE FY 2019-20 DISTRICT 5 CBO DISCRETIONARY RESERVE Adopted
Resolution R-606-20
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Joe A. Martinez
Vote: 13 - 0
3A5  
  201279 Resolution     Jean Monestime        
  RESOLUTION APPROVING ALLOCATIONS FROM THE FY 2019-20 DISTRICT 2 CBO DISCRETIONARY RESERVE Withdrawn
3A5 SUBSTITUTE  
  201330 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Jean Monestime        
  RESOLUTION APPROVING ALLOCATIONS FROM THE FY 2019-20 DISTRICT 2 CBO DISCRETIONARY RESERVE [SEE ORIGINAL ITEM UNDER FILE 201279] Adopted
Resolution R-607-20
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Joe A. Martinez
Vote: 13 - 0
3B DEPARTMENTAL CONSENT ITEMS  
3B1  
  201209 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy     
  RESOLUTION RATIFYING THE ACCEPTANCE AND EXECUTION OF (1) PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION GRANT AGREEMENT NO. 446981-1-94-01 WITH THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION IN AN AMOUNT UP TO $24,000.00 FOR THE MIAMI HOMESTEAD GENERAL AVIATION AIRPORT �NO TRESPASSING� SIGNAGE INSTALLATION PROJECT AND (2) PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION GRANT AGREEMENT NO. 446982-1-94-01 WITH THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION IN AN AMOUNT UP TO $56,000.00 FOR THE DADE-COLLIER TRAINING AND TRANSITION AIRPORT VEHICLE ACCESS GATE INSTALLATION PROJECT; AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXERCISE ALL PROVISIONS CONTAINED IN SAID AGREEMENTS, INCLUDING THE TERMINATION PROVISIONS(Aviation Department) Adopted
Resolution R-608-20
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Joe A. Martinez
Vote: 13 - 0
3B2  
  201211 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy     
  RESOLUTION RATIFYING THE ACCEPTANCE AND EXECUTION OF PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION GRANT AGREEMENT NO. 444112-1-94-01 WITH THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION IN AN AMOUNT UP TO $1,000,000.00 FOR THE MIAMI-OPA LOCKA EXECUTIVE AIRPORT TAXIWAYS/APRON REHABILITATION AND REPAIRS PROJECT; AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXERCISE ALL PROVISIONS CONTAINED IN SAID AGREEMENT, INCLUDING THE TERMINATION PROVISIONS(Aviation Department) Adopted
Resolution R-609-20
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Joe A. Martinez
Vote: 13 - 0
3B3  
  201212 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy     
  RESOLUTION RATIFYING THE ACCEPTANCE AND EXECUTION OF (1) PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION GRANT AGREEMENT NO. 443530-1-94-01 WITH THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION IN AN AMOUNT UP TO $549,728.00 FOR THE MIAMI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT CONSOLIDATED OFFICE COMPLEX PROJECT AND (2) PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION GRANT AGREEMENT NO. 436693-1-94-02 WITH THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION IN AN AMOUNT UP TO $5,500,000.00 FOR THE MIAMI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT TERMINAL HARDSTAND AND GROUND SUPPORT EQUIPMENT FACILITY PROJECT; AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXERCISE ALL PROVISIONS CONTAINED IN SAID AGREEMENTS, INCLUDING THE TERMINATION PROVISIONS(Aviation Department) Adopted
Resolution R-610-20
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Joe A. Martinez
Vote: 13 - 0
3B4  
  201218 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy     
  RESOLUTION RATIFYING THE ACCEPTANCE AND EXECUTION OF (1) PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION GRANT AGREEMENT NO. 446979-1-94-01 WITH THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION IN AN AMOUNT UP TO $48,000.00 FOR THE MIAMI EXECUTIVE AIRPORT (TMB) AIRPORT OPERATIONS AREA PEDESTRIAN GATES REPLACEMENT PROJECT AND (2) PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION GRANT AGREEMENT NO. 446980-1-94-01 WITH THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION IN AN AMOUNT UP TO $28,000.00 FOR THE MIAMI HOMESTEAD GENERAL AVIATION AIRPORT CCTV CAMERAS INSTALLATION PROJECT; AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXERCISE ALL PROVISIONS CONTAINED IN SAID AGREEMENTS, INCLUDING THE TERMINATION PROVISIONS�(Aviation Department) Adopted
Resolution R-611-20
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Joe A. Martinez
Vote: 13 - 0
3B5  
  201214 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy     
  RESOLUTION RATIFYING THE ACCEPTANCE AND EXECUTION OF OTHER TRANSACTION AGREEMENT NO. 70T04019T9NRCA600 BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY AND THE TRANSPORTATION SECURITY ADMINISTRATION, PROVIDING MIAMI-DADE COUNTY WITH $6,260,648.56 IN FUNDING FOR THE INSTALLATION OF PERIMETER INTRUSION DETECTION TECHNOLOGIES AT MIAMI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT; AND AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXERCISE ALL PROVISIONS CONTAINED IN THE AGREEMENT, INCLUDING TERMINATION(Aviation Department) Adopted
Resolution R-612-20
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Joe A. Martinez
Vote: 13 - 0
3B6  
  201184 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Joe A. Martinez        
  RESOLUTION RETROACTIVELY AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO APPLY FOR, RECEIVE AND EXPEND $1,426,352.00 IN GRANT FUNDS FROM THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE CORONAVIRUS EMERGENCY SUPPLEMENTAL FUNDING PROGRAM; AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO APPLY FOR, RECEIVE, AND EXPEND ADDITIONAL FUNDS SHOULD THEY BECOME AVAILABLE UNDER THIS GRANT PROGRAM AND TO EXERCISE ANY OF THE TERMS CONTAINED HEREIN(Miami-Dade Fire and Rescue Department) Adopted
Resolution R-613-20
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Joe A. Martinez
Vote: 13 - 0
4 ORDINANCES FOR FIRST READING  
4A  
  201221 Ordinance     Joe A. Martinez        
  ORDINANCE RELATING TO COMPREHENSIVE DEVELOPMENT MASTER PLAN (CDMP) AND ZONING PROCEDURES AND THE RULES OF PROCEDURE OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS; AMENDING SECTION 2-116.1 OF THE CODE OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA; EXPANDING AUTHORITY FOR CONCURRENT PROCESSING OF CDMP AND ZONING APPLICATIONS TO INCLUDE ANY ZONING APPLICATION THAT ACCOMPANIES A PROPOSED CDMP AMENDMENT UNDER CERTAIN CIRCUMSTANCES; MODIFYING EXCEPTION PERTAINING TO REVIEW OF CONCURRENT CDMP AND ZONING APPLICATIONS BY THE DEVELOPMENT IMPACT COMMITTEE EXECUTIVE COUNCIL; PROVIDING FOR WHEN A SINGLE PUBLIC HEARING MAY BE HELD FOR CONCURRENT APPLICATIONS; AMENDING SECTION 2-1; PROVIDING WHEN CDMP AND CONCURRENT CDMP AND ZONING APPLICATIONS WILL BE HEARD; PROVIDING SEVERABILITY, INCLUSION IN THE CODE, AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE(Regulatory and Economic Resources) Adopted on first reading
Public Hearing: September 9, 2020
Ordinance
Mover: Joe A. Martinez
Seconder: Audrey M. Edmonson
Vote: 12 - 1
No: Cava
  REPORT: The foregoing proposed ordinance was adopted on first reading and set for public hearing before the Infrastructure and Capital Improvement meeting on September 9, 2020 at 2:00 p.m.  
4B  
  201109 Ordinance   Barbara J. Jordan
Daniella Levine Cava
Audrey M. Edmonson
Eileen Higgins
Jean Monestime
       
  ORDINANCE RELATING TO DEBARMENT OF CONTRACTORS FOR VIOLATIONS OF SMALL BUSINESS ENTERPRISE PROGRAM OR RESPONSIBLE WAGE OR LIVING WAGE REQUIREMENTS; AMENDING SECTION 10-38 OF THE CODE OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA; ALLOWING SMALL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT DIVISION TO INITIATE DEBARMENT PROCEEDINGS FOR CERTAIN VIOLATIONS; AMENDING SECTIONS 2-8.1.1.1.1, 2-8.1.1.1.2, 2-8.9, 2-10.4.01, 2-11.16, AND 10-33.02 OF THE CODE; ALLOWING FOR DEBARMENT OF CONTRACTORS WITH CERTAIN GOAL DEFICITS, UNAPPROVED UTILIZATION PLAN DEVIATIONS, OR WAGE UNDERPAYMENT VIOLATIONS WITHIN A CERTAIN PERIOD OR FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH A CERTAIN MAKE-UP PLAN; AMENDING DEFINITIONS, LIST OF DEBARRED CONTRACTORS, CAUSES FOR DEBARMENT, DEBARMENT PROCEDURES, AND PERIOD OF DEBARMENT; MAKING CONFORMING CHANGES; PROVIDING SEVERABILITY, INCLUSION IN THE CODE, AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE Adopted on first reading
Public Hearing: September 9, 2020
Ordinance 20-103
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Joe A. Martinez
Vote: 13 - 0
  REPORT: The foregoing proposed ordinance was adopted on first reading and set for public hearing before the Housing, Social Services & Economic Development Committee meeting on September 9, 2020 at 12:00 p.m  
  6/16/2020 Deferred by the Board of County Commissioners  
  6/16/2020 Tentatively scheduled for a public hearing by the Board of County Commissioners  
4C  
  201175 Ordinance     Rebeca Sosa
Esteban L. Bovo, Jr.
Jose "Pepe" Diaz
Joe A. Martinez
Sen. Javier D. Souto
       
  ORDINANCE EXTENDING AMNESTY PERIOD CREATED BY ORDINANCE NO. 11-64, AS SUBSEQUENTLY AMENDED, FOR AN ADDITIONAL YEAR COMMENCING JULY 12, 2020; PROVIDING FOR A LIMITED EXCEPTION FROM CIVIL PENALTIES AND LIENS FOR BUILDING CODE VIOLATIONS UPON A HOMEOWNER�S COMPLIANCE WITH THE BUILDING CODE; PROVIDING SEVERABILITY, EXCLUSION FROM THE CODE, AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE Adopted on first reading
Public Hearing: September 9, 2020
Ordinance 20-109
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Joe A. Martinez
Vote: 13 - 0
  REPORT: The foregoing proposed ordinance was adopted on first reading and set for public hearing before the Infrastructure and Capital Improvement Committee meeting on September 9, 2020 at 9:30 a.m.  
4D  
  201176 Ordinance   Rebeca Sosa
Jose "Pepe" Diaz
Sally A. Heyman
       
  ORDINANCE RELATING TO ZONING IN THE UNINCORPORATED AREA; AMENDING SECTION 33-1 OF THE CODE OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA; DEFINING GROUP RESIDENTIAL FACILITIES AND REVISING CERTAIN DEFINITIONS; AMENDING SECTION 33-13; REVISING UNUSUAL USE REGULATIONS TO INCLUDE GROUP RESIDENTIAL FACILITIES, EXCEPT WHERE SUCH FACILITIES ARE PERMITTED AS OF RIGHT; AMENDING SECTIONS 33-199, 33-203, 33-208, 33-217, 33-223.1, 33-223.6, 33-247, 33-284.62, AND 33-284.83; AUTHORIZING GROUP RESIDENTIAL FACILITIES IN CERTAIN RESIDENTIAL, BUSINESS, AND URBAN CENTER ZONING DISTRICTS UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS AND REVISING CONDITIONS UNDER WHICH GROUP HOMES AND COMMUNITY RESIDENTIAL HOMES ARE AUTHORIZED IN SUCH DISTRICTS, INCLUDING REVISING SPACING REQUIREMENTS TO CONFORM TO STATE LAW; REVISING REGULATORY FRAMEWORK AND PERMITTED USES IN THE DOWNTOWN KENDALL URBAN CENTER DISTRICT AND STANDARD URBAN CENTER DISTRICT REGULATIONS FOR GROUP RESIDENTIAL FACILITIES AND FOR RESIDENCES IN THE INDUSTRIAL LAND USE GROUP IN STANDARD URBAN CENTER DISTRICT REGULATIONS; MAKING TECHNICAL CHANGES; PROVIDING SEVERABILITY, INCLUSION IN THE CODE, AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE Adopted on first reading
Public Hearing: September 11, 2020
Ordinance 20-110
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Joe A. Martinez
Vote: 13 - 0
  REPORT: The foregoing proposed ordinance was adopted on first reading and set for public hearing before the Health Care and County Operations Committee meeting on September 11, 2020 at 9:30 a.m.  
4E  
  201215 Ordinance    
  ORDINANCE APPROVING, ADOPTING AND RATIFYING NON-AD VALOREM ASSESSMENT ROLLS, RATES AND ASSESSMENTS FOR TWO CERTAIN MULTIPURPOSE MAINTENANCE SPECIAL TAXING DISTRICTS IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA FOR THE FISCAL YEAR COMMENCING OCTOBER 1, 2020 AND ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2021; AND PROVIDING SEVERABILITY, EXCLUSION FROM THE CODE AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE(Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces) Adopted on first reading
Public Hearing: July 21, 2020
Ordinance 20-69
Mover: Jose "Pepe" Diaz
Seconder: Joe A. Martinez
Vote: 12 - 1
No: Souto
  REPORT: The foregoing proposed ordinance was adopted on first reading and set for public hearing before the Board of County Commissioners meeting on July 21, 2020 at 9:30 a.m.  
4F  
  201217 Ordinance    
  ORDINANCE APPROVING, ADOPTING AND RATIFYING NON-AD VALOREM ASSESSMENT ROLLS, RATES AND ASSESSMENTS FOR SIX CERTAIN SECURITY GUARD SPECIAL TAXING DISTRICTS IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA FOR THE FISCAL YEAR COMMENCING OCTOBER 1, 2020 AND ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2021; AND PROVIDING SEVERABILITY, EXCLUSION FROM THE CODE AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE(Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces) Adopted on first reading
Public Hearing: July 21, 2020
Ordinance 20-70
Mover: Jose "Pepe" Diaz
Seconder: Joe A. Martinez
Vote: 12 - 1
No: Souto
  REPORT: The foregoing proposed ordinance was adopted on first reading and set for public hearing before the Board of County Commissioners meeting on July 21, 2020 at 9:30 a.m.  
4G  
  201220 Ordinance    
  ORDINANCE APPROVING, ADOPTING AND RATIFYING NON-AD VALOREM ASSESSMENT ROLLS, RATES AND ASSESSMENTS FOR CERTAIN NEWLY ACTIVE AND ABOLISHED SPECIAL TAXING DISTRICTS IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA FOR THE FISCAL YEAR COMMENCING OCTOBER 1, 2020 AND ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2021; AND PROVIDING SEVERABILITY, EXCLUSION FROM THE CODE AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE(Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces) Adopted on first reading
Public Hearing: July 21, 2020
Ordinance 20-71
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Joe A. Martinez
Vote: 13 - 0
  REPORT: The foregoing proposed ordinance was adopted on first reading and set for public hearing before the Board of County Commissioners meeting on July 21, 2020 at 9:30 a.m.  
4H  
  201223 Ordinance    
  ORDINANCE APPROVING, ADOPTING AND RATIFYING NON-AD VALOREM ASSESSMENT ROLLS, RATES AND ASSESSMENTS FOR CERTAIN STREET LIGHTING SPECIAL TAXING DISTRICTS IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA FOR THE FISCAL YEAR COMMENCING OCTOBER 1, 2020 AND ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2021; AND PROVIDING SEVERABILITY, EXCLUSION FROM THE CODE AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE(Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces) Adopted on first reading
Public Hearing: July 21, 2020
Ordinance 20-72
Mover: Jose "Pepe" Diaz
Seconder: Joe A. Martinez
Vote: 12 - 1
No: Souto
  REPORT: The foregoing proposed ordinance was adopted on first reading and set for public hearing before the Board of County Commissioners meeting on July 21, 2020 at 9:30 a.m.  
4I  
  201224 Ordinance    
  ORDINANCE APPROVING, ADOPTING AND RATIFYING ADDITIONAL SPECIAL ASSESSMENT DISTRICT RATES FOR CERTAIN SPECIAL TAXING DISTRICTS REMAINING FLAT IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA FOR THE FISCAL YEAR COMMENCING OCTOBER 1, 2020 AND ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2021; AND PROVIDING SEVERABILITY, EXCLUSION FROM THE CODE AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE(Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces) Adopted on first reading
Public Hearing: July 21, 2020
Ordinance 20-73
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Joe A. Martinez
Vote: 13 - 0
  REPORT: The foregoing proposed ordinance was adopted on first reading and set for public hearing before the Board of County Commissioners meeting on July 21, 2020 at 9:30 a.m.  
4J  
  201130 Ordinance    
  ORDINANCE CREATING AND ESTABLISHING A SPECIAL TAXING DISTRICT IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, GENERALLY BOUNDED ON THE NORTH BY THEORETICAL SW 30 STREET, ON THE EAST BY SW 87 AVENUE, ON THE SOUTH BY THEORETICAL SW 31 TERRACE, AND ON THE WEST BY SW 90 AVENUE, KNOWN AND DESCRIBED AS CHRISTOPHER COLUMBUS HIGH SCHOOL STREET LIGHTING SPECIAL TAXING DISTRICT; IDENTIFYING SERVICES TO BE PROVIDED; AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR OR DESIGNEE TO PROVIDE FOR THE INSTALLATION OF STREETLIGHTS; APPROVING A STREET LIGHTING AGREEMENT WITH FLORIDA POWER AND LIGHT AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR OR DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE THE AGREEMENT; WAIVING PROVISIONS OF RESOLUTION NO. R-130-06; AND PROVIDING FOR EXCLUSION FROM THE CODE AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE(Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces) Adopted on first reading
Public Hearing: September 1, 2020
Ordinance 20-83
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Joe A. Martinez
Vote: 13 - 0
  REPORT: The foregoing proposed ordinance was adopted on first reading and set for public hearing before the Board of County Commissioners meeting on September 1, 2020 at 9:30 a.m.  
4K  
  201166 Ordinance    
  ORDINANCE CREATING AND ESTABLISHING A SPECIAL TAXING DISTRICT IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, GENERALLY BOUNDED ON THE NORTH BY SW 267 STREET, ON THE EAST BY THEORETICAL SW 139 PASSAGE, ON THE SOUTH BY SW 268 STREET (MOODY DRIVE), AND ON THE WEST BY SW 142 AVENUE, KNOWN AND DESCRIBED AS WOODLAND GROVE APARTMENTS MULTIPURPOSE MAINTENANCE AND STREET LIGHTING SPECIAL TAXING DISTRICT; IDENTIFYING SERVICES TO BE PROVIDED; AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR OR DESIGNEE TO CAUSE TO BE MAINTAINED AND OPERATED VARIOUS PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS AND TO PROVIDE FOR THE INSTALLATION OF STREETLIGHTS; APPROVING A STREET LIGHTING AGREEMENT WITH FLORIDA POWER AND LIGHT AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR OR DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE THE AGREEMENT; WAIVING PROVISIONS OF RESOLUTION NO. R-130-06; AND PROVIDING FOR EXCLUSION FROM THE CODE AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE(Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces) Adopted on first reading
Public Hearing: September 1, 2020
Ordinance 20-82
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Joe A. Martinez
Vote: 13 - 0
  REPORT: The foregoing proposed ordinance was adopted on first reading and set for public hearing before the Board of County Commissioners meeting on September 1, 2020 at 9:30 a.m.  
5 PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 9:30 a.m.)  
5A  
  201165 Ordinance     Barbara J. Jordan
Daniella Levine Cava
Eileen Higgins
Xavier L. Suarez
       
  ORDINANCE RELATING TO THE INDEPENDENT REVIEW PANEL (''PANEL''); AMENDING ARTICLE IC OF CHAPTER 2 OF THE CODE OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA; CHANGING THE NAME OF THE PANEL; AMENDING THE COMPOSITION, AUTHORITY, POWERS, AND STAFFING OF THE PANEL; PROVIDING TERMS OF MEMBERS APPOINTED TO THE PANEL NOTWITHSTANDING OTHER PROVISIONS OF THE CODE; DIRECTING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO IDENTIFY A FUNDING SOURCE FOR THE OPERATION OF THE PANEL DURING THE CURRENT FISCAL YEAR AND INCLUDE SUCH FUNDING IN FUTURE ANNUAL BUDGETS; AND PROVIDING SEVERABILITY, INCLUSION IN THE CODE, AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE [SEE ORIGINAL ITEM UNDER FILE NO. 201121] Withdrawn
  6/15/2020 Per Ord 20-38, item placed by BCC Chair without committee review and not subject to 4-day rule by the Board of County Commissioners  
  6/16/2020 Adopted on first reading by the Board of County Commissioners  
  6/16/2020 Tentatively scheduled for a public hearing by the Board of County Commissioners  
5A SUBSTITUTE  
  201264 Ordinance     Barbara J. Jordan
Daniella Levine Cava
Eileen Higgins
Xavier L. Suarez
       
  ORDINANCE RELATING TO THE INDEPENDENT REVIEW PANEL (�PANEL�); AMENDING ARTICLE IC OF CHAPTER 2 OF THE CODE OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA; CHANGING THE NAME OF THE PANEL; AMENDING THE COMPOSITION, AUTHORITY, POWERS, AND STAFFING OF THE PANEL; PROVIDING TERMS OF MEMBERS APPOINTED TO THE PANEL NOTWITHSTANDING OTHER PROVISIONS OF THE CODE; DIRECTING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO IDENTIFY A FUNDING SOURCE FOR THE OPERATION OF THE PANEL DURING THE CURRENT FISCAL YEAR AND INCLUDE SUCH FUNDING IN FUTURE ANNUAL BUDGETS; AND PROVIDING SEVERABILITY, INCLUSION IN THE CODE, AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE [SEE ORIGINAL ITEMS UNDER FILE NOS. 201121 AND 201165] Withdrawn
5A SUBSTITUTE No. 2  
  201354 Ordinance     Barbara J. Jordan
Daniella Levine Cava
Eileen Higgins
Xavier L. Suarez
       
  ORDINANCE RELATING TO THE INDEPENDENT REVIEW PANEL (''PANEL''); AMENDING ARTICLE IC OF CHAPTER 2 OF THE CODE OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA; CHANGING THE NAME OF THE PANEL; AMENDING THE COMPOSITION, AUTHORITY, POWERS, AND STAFFING OF THE PANEL; PROVIDING TERMS OF MEMBERS APPOINTED TO THE PANEL NOTWITHSTANDING OTHER PROVISIONS OF THE CODE; DIRECTING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO IDENTIFY A FUNDING SOURCE FOR THE OPERATION OF THE PANEL DURING THE CURRENT FISCAL YEAR AND INCLUDE SUCH FUNDING IN FUTURE ANNUAL BUDGETS; AND PROVIDING SEVERABILITY, INCLUSION IN THE CODE, AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE [SEE ORIGINAL ITEM UNDER FILE NOS. 201121, 201165 AND 201264] Amended
  REPORT: (See Agenda Item 5A Substitute No. 2 Amended; Legislative File No. 201451)  
5A SUBSTITUTE No. 2 Amended  
  201451 Ordinance   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Barbara J. Jordan
Daniella Levine Cava
Eileen Higgins
Xavier L. Suarez
       
  ORDINANCE RELATING TO THE INDEPENDENT REVIEW PANEL (�PANEL�); AMENDING ARTICLE IC OF CHAPTER 2 OF THE CODE OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA; CHANGING THE NAME OF THE PANEL; AMENDING THE COMPOSITION, AUTHORITY, POWERS, AND STAFFING OF THE PANEL; PROVIDING TERMS OF MEMBERS APPOINTED TO THE PANEL NOTWITHSTANDING OTHER PROVISIONS OF THE CODE; DIRECTING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO IDENTIFY A FUNDING SOURCE FOR THE OPERATION OF THE PANEL DURING THE CURRENT FISCAL YEAR AND INCLUDE SUCH FUNDING IN FUTURE ANNUAL BUDGETS; AND PROVIDING SEVERABILITY, INCLUSION IN THE CODE, AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE [SEE ORIGINAL ITEM UNDER FILE NOS. 201121, 201165, 201264 AND 201354] Adopted as amended
Ordinance 20-65
Mover: Barbara J. Jordan
Seconder: Daniella Levine Cava
Vote: 8 - 5
No: Sosa , Souto , Martinez , Diaz , Bovo, Jr.
  REPORT: First Assistant County Attorney Geri Bonzon-Keenan read the title of the foregoing proposed ordinance into the record.

Commissioner Heyman offered the following friendly amendment to the proposed ordinance:

Section 2-11.43 (a), shall be amended to delete the following language from lines 7 and 8 on page 9: �from candidates recommended by the nominating committee . . .�

Section 2-11.43 (b)(2) shall be amended to delete the word �shall� from line 9 on page 10 and replace it with �may, but is not required to, . . .�

Commissioner Jordan requested to hear public input before providing an overview of the proposed ordinance.

Chairwoman Edmonson opened the public hearing on the foregoing proposed ordinance and the following individuals appeared telephonically.

Commission Auditor Yinka Majekodunmi announced the names of the callers into the record.

The following individuals spoke in support of the foregoing proposed ordinance:

~ Darvin Williams, District 1 resident
~ Mary Johnson was inaudible
~ Jessica Saint Fleur
~ Susan Khoury
~ Olie Trigo, (phonetic) spoke in connection
~ Dana wall, 145 SW 13 Street, Miami 33130
~ John Arroyo
~ Ashley Grant was inaudible
~ Andrea Nodal
~ Aldo Pedroza
~ Amy Carswell,
~ Carl Johnson was inaudible
~ Jeanne Baker
~ Sydney Selde
~ Madame Renita Holmes, Waive of Women
~ Keon Williams
~ Melissa Meade, 1900 Liberty Avenue, Miami Beach
~ Maya Pasmore was inaudible
~ Nicole Crooks
~ Rodney Jacobs
~ Gleness Jacobs, attorney
~ Ashley Gantt
~ Bradford Brown, 11266 SW 166 Terrace, Miami 33157
~ Rachel Collins, Homestead, Florida 33031
~ Manning Salazar
~ Shabnam Khalili, League of Women Voters
~ Alexandria Medina, District 8 resident
~ Constanza Schubert, District 4 resident
~ Christopher Benjamin

~ Francesca Hawthorne, spoke in support of the foregoing proposed ordinance; and Items 11A2 and 11A18. She noted Mayor Gimenez left the meeting after the roll call and commented on commissioners who were not present.

Chairwoman Edmonson asked Ms. Hawthorne to address the Board and not commissioners personally.

Mayor Gimenez stated he had been present the entire time but had taken his video off.

~ Kenneth Kilpatrick, President, Brownsville Civic Neighborhood Association
~ Katherine Huddleston was inaudible
~ Debra Reed stated she wanted to speak on Item 5B
~ Pastor Carl Johnson stated he and other religious leaders supported the proposed ordinance

The following individuals spoke in opposition to the foregoing proposed ordinance:

~ Yolanda Aguillar, 6404 SW 12 Street, Miami, Florida, District 6,
~ Yolanda Menegazzo, District 6 resident and business owner

Mr. Majekodunmi stated there were no more individuals registered or waiting to speak.

There being no other members of the public wishing to speak, Chairwoman Edmonson closed the public hearing.

The foregoing proposed ordinance was moved by Commissioner Jordan and seconded by Commissioner Levine Cava for discussion.

Pursuant to Commissioner Jordan�s request, Assistant County Attorney Shanika Graves explained that Commissioner Heyman�s proposed amendment allowed Commissioners to appoint a member to the proposed Independent Civilian Panel (Panel), but did not require Commissioners to select their appointments from those applicants provided by the nominating committee. She said the amendment allowed for a vetting process.

Commissioner Jordan accepted the proffered amendment.

Commissioner Jordan provided an overview of the proposed ordinance and explained the proposal did not defund the police. She stated that she removed a provision in the proposed ordinance which recommended funding for the Panel be no less than one percent of the Miami-Dade Police Department�s (MDPD)�s budget and noted the County Mayor would identify a funding source for the Panel as outlined in the first reading of the ordinance. Commissioner Jordan thanked the City of Miami, various organizations and County boards for supporting the proposed ordinance; and her colleagues who cosponsored this item.

Responding to Mayor Gimenez� comments, Commissioner Jordan stated it was the Mayor�s choice to direct General Fund dollars from other critical services; Commissioners� appointments to the Panel was addressed with her acceptance of Commissioner Heyman�s proposed amendment; and the quorum requirement and chairperson selection were currently in the Miami-Dade County Code and the Panel�s ability to select and remove the Executive Director must be addressed by the Board of County Commissioners.

Commissioner Jordan said she accepted Commissioner Bovo�s recommendation for a training requirement and his recommendation for an appointment from the faith community; however, she did not accept Mayor Gimenez� and Commissioner Bovo�s objections to subpoenas being issued to the Department of Corrections Director and the MDPD Director as the State opined these directors should be subpoenaed. She mentioned Atlanta, Chicago, Detroit, City of Miami, Newark and New York had subpoena power with the exception of Baltimore. Commissioner Jordan requested her colleagues� support, noting more than 6,000 online petitions were signed in support of the proposed ordinance.

In response to Commissioner Sosa�s inquiry whether the proposed ordinance targeted police officers and correctional officers, Assistant County Attorney Graves advised the ordinance was related to sworn officers of the Miami-Dade Police Department (MDPD) or successor police agencies, or any other police department created by the Board of County Commissioners (Board).

Discussion ensued between Commissioner Sosa, Deputy Mayor/Budget Director Jennifer Moon and Mayor Gimenez regarding the fiscal impact of the proposed ordinance; the proposed ballot language related to the ordinance (Agenda Item 11A18); and the funding source.

Deputy Mayor/Budget Director Moon said the fiscal impact was specific to the ordinance and was not cognizant of what would potentially occur if the proposed ballot language was approved.

Assistant County Attorney Oren Rosenthal advised the amount of the budgetary impact was not legally required to be placed on the ballot question.

Mayor Gimenez explained the proposed ordinance was a General Fund expenditure and the MDPD was a major part of this Fund. He said funds could not be taken from the Fire Department or the Library District and would have to be taken from the Unincorporated Municipal Service Area (UMSA) or the Countywide General Fund. Mayor Gimenez pointed out the funding impact on other services could not be determined at this time; however, the Board would have to address a major budgetary issue in Fiscal Year (FY) 2021-22.

Commissioner Sosa said the City of Miami supported the proposed ordinance and had an existing Civilian Investigative Panel; and suggested utilizing their Panel as it would be less costly than creating a separate Panel. She noted the proposed ordinance would remove all responsibility from elected Commissioners.

Following questions to MDPD Director Alfredo Ramirez regarding external agencies with oversight over the MDPD�s internal review process, Commissioner Sosa expressed concern regarding the subpoena power requirement; the ordinance only being applicable to police officers and not correctional officers; the public not being informed of the cost; and the Board having to decide on the funding source which could result in increased taxes. She pointed out all police officers were not the same and expressed concern regarding the future of Miami-Dade County.

Commissioner Heyman thanked Commissioner Jordan for accepting her proposed friendly amendment. She stated she was proud of the MDPD and departments within municipal jurisdictions; and indicated her support for the proposed ordinance provided the details allowed for protective procedures to reduce and eliminate problem personnel that damaged the MDPD or other police department�s image, goals, objectives and job performance. Commissioner Heyman commented on the Panel�s restrictions and emphasized the Police Officer�s Bill of Rights would not be violated. She expressed concern regarding non-County restrictions that would curtail the proposed ordinance�s intent, and suggested areas other than the General Fund be considered as potential funding sources.

In response to Commissioner Heyman�s inquiry whether the proposed ordinance included a Sunset provision, Assistant County Attorney Shanika Graves advised there was no specific Sunset provision; however, the general sunset reporting requirement for County boards would be applicable to the Panel. Later in the meeting, Assistant County Attorney Graves read Section 2-11.40 of the ordinance pertaining to Sunset review of County boards and the submittal of reports to the Mayor and to the Board of County Commissioners.

Commissioner Levine Cava spoke in support of the foregoing proposed ordinance and the proposed charter amendment (Item 11A18). She clarified the proposed charter amendment would not have a different cost from the ordinance. Commissioner Levine Cava said the proposed ordinance restored transparency and accountability; created the opportunity for the community to be heard; and was not anti-police. She mentioned key components that were essential to the establishment of trust and noted she was proud of the MDPD.

In response to Commissioner Martinez� inquiry regarding Commissioner Heyman�s proposed amendment, Assistant County Attorney Graves said the amendment allowed for the Board to identify its own appointees and did not require Board members to select one of the applicants provided by the nominating committee. She advised the limitation on the Panel representation would still be applicable.

Commissioner Martinez spoke in opposition of the proposed ordinance, noting it was arbitrarily discriminatory, specifically as it applied to appointee limits; and voiced his concerns about justice for police officers. He indicated his support for placing Agenda Item 11A18 before the electors and including the projected fiscal impact of the item on the ballot.

Commissioner Higgins spoke in support of the proposed ordinance. She said the ordinance provided an independent venue for the community to discuss and review concerns, citing the economic and health impact of the Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) in black communities and the subsequent murder of George Floyd. Commissioner Higgins pointed out the City of Miami had a similar Panel and stated she did not believe it interfered with the police department�s operations.

Commissioner Bovo spoke in opposition of the proposed ordinance and in support of the related ballot language. He directed questions to MDPD Director Ramirez regarding police disciplinary actions over a ten-year span and police body cameras, and expressed concern about reforming MDPD based on an incident which occurred in Minnesota. Commissioner Bovo said many of his constituents believed this proposal was an anti-cop measure and pointed out the County had implemented methods of improving policing and created training regimens.

Commissioner Diaz said he was not supportive of the proposed ordinance as it contradicted the Florida Supreme Court�s ruling regarding police officers being subpoenaed. He noted the Board needed to know the cost of the Panel�s operation and its impact on the budget. Commissioner Diaz observed that multiple entities investigated incidents involving police officers and commented on the Panel�s representation limitation. He expressed support for items being placed before voters but noted the related charter amendment needed additional clarity regarding the cost and the Panel�s powers. Commissioner Diaz concurred with Commissioner Bovo�s comments regarding the impact of the Minnesota incident on Miami-Dade County.

Commissioner Monestime spoke in support of the proposed ordinance and thanked Commissioner Jordan for leading the initiative. He stated the proposed ordinance should not be politicized to convey to the public the Board was against police officers and opined the foregoing item would help police officers to be more effective in the community, remove fear from the people and allowed minority individuals to partner with the police department. Commissioner Monestime urged the Mayor to support the proposed ordinance.

Commissioner Moss spoke in support of the proposed ordinance and stated it was not about the police department but about providing additional oversight and accountability. He noted he would not support any effort to defund the police and wanted additional resources provided to Commission District 9.

Commissioner Suarez said he had worked with the City of Miami�s Civilian Investigative Panel and would vote in support of the proposed ordinance.

Commissioner Souto stated the proposed ordinance was important and applauded Commissioner Jordan�s efforts. He noted there were different ways to solve issues, he had a lot of respect for the police and the voters should decide on this issue.

Chairwoman Edmonson recognized the MDPD for their stellar performance and reputation and noted the item was not trying to hurt police officers.

In response to questions from Mayor Gimenez regarding the subpoena powers, Assistant County Attorney Graves advised the Panel could potentially subpoena Commissioners and the Mayor as well.

Mayor Gimenez expressed concern that the MDPD Director, County Commissioners and the Mayor could be subpoenaed, noting the subpoena power could be used for political purposes and asked that it be struck from the proposed ordinance. He said the MDPD was one of the first major departments in the United States to issue body cameras and expressed concern the MDPD was being compared to the Minneapolis Police Department.

Mayor Gimenez commented that he had no problem with a civilian panel overseeing the tactics and policing in the community but was not supportive of defunding the police. He pointed out that MDPD taught other agencies how to police nationally and globally and its composition was reflective of the community at-large. Mayor Gimenez said he was pleased the quorum requirement was addressed and Commissioner Heyman�s proposed amendments would allow Commissioners to choose their appointees.

Addressing the proposed Charter amendment, Mayor Gimenez noted while 6,000 individuals signed the petition; 150,000 signatures were needed for a ballot question. He asked Commissioner Jordan to respond to the subpoena power issue, noting the City of Miami did not have subpoena power.

Chairwoman Edmonson advised the remainder of the agenda would be carried over if discussion on the foregoing item continued past 6:00 p.m.

Following questions to Assistant County Attorneys Rosenthal and Graves regarding clarification on the Charter language and the subpoena power in the proposed ordinance, Commissioner Levine Cava stated protections were in place regarding the subpoena provisions, and as an elected official, she would not be concerned about a duly appointed body determining that she had to be subpoenaed.

Commissioner Jordan expressed concern regarding Commissioners� fear of the Panel�s subpoena power. She said systemic racism existed in Miami-Dade County even within the MDPD; however, many individuals did not recognize it because they were not directly impacted. Commissioner Jordan mentioned that she asked the MDPD to provide the report on the County�s standards and wanted to have a discussion on police officers� qualifications.

Commissioner Jordan responded to comments regarding the fiscal impact and reminded Commissioners about the budget process. She pointed out items were on today�s (7/8) agenda about creating programs which would need funding and these were not yet in the budget. Commissioner Jordan said the community was advocating for the Panel and the State Attorney�s office supported the passage of this legislation. She noted it was not her desire to cause division among Board members and credited Mayor Gimenez and Chairwoman Edmonson for encouraging her to bring the item back. Commissioner Jordan stated she was optimistic the Mayor would see the need for the Panel and expressed her hope that his letter was not a pre-requisite to veto. She noted she believed in the community, the County Commission and the police department, and pointed out the City of Miami had the same subpoena power being requested. Commissioner Jordan clarified the proposed ordinance did not state that police officers would be subpoenaed.

Mayor Gimenez said while he had not changed his position on the matter, the foregoing proposed legislation was different from the previous one and reiterated his concerns about the subpoena issue. He questioned whether Commissioner Heyman�s amendments guaranteed that each Commissioner could select any individual they wanted to serve on the Panel and Assistant County Attorney Graves explained Commissioners could make a selection; however, representation on the Panel was limited to two members with the same or similar professions or backgrounds. Mayor Gimenez said the subpoena issue was the difference between the previous legislation and the proposed ordinance.

Commissioner Jordan said every version of the proposed ordinance included subpoena power.

Following extensive discussion, the motion made by Commissioner Jordan and seconded by Commissioner Heyman passed by a vote of 8-5 as amended (Commissioners Bovo, Diaz, Martinez, Sosa and Souto voted "no.")

Commissioner Martinez asked, and Chairwoman Edmonson concurred, that Agenda Item 11A18 be considered simultaneously with the proposed ordinance.

The Board then proceeded to vote on Agenda Item 11A18.

On Thursday, July 9, 2020, it was moved by Commissioner Jordan that the foregoing proposed ordinance be reconsidered for a proposed amendment. This motion was seconded by Commissioner Heyman, and upon being put to a vote, passed by a vote of 7-5 (Commissioners Bovo, Diaz, Martinez, Sosa and Souto voted �no�) (Commissioner Moss was absent).

Pursuant to Commissioner Jordan�s request, Assistant County Attorney Shanika Graves read the following proposed amendment into the record to amend Section 2-11.45 Subsection �m.�

~ after the word �investigation� on the first line of page 16, the sentence will be added that provides �notwithstanding the above, no such subpoena shall be issued to a County Commissioner, the County Mayor, or employees of Miami-Dade County to appear as a witness.�

It was moved by Commissioner Jordan that the foregoing proposed ordinance be amended as read into the record by Assistant County Attorney Shanika Graves. This motion was seconded by Commissioner Monestime.

In response to Commissioner Sosa�s inquiry whether the proposed amendment could be 4-day ruled as it was not advertised as part of today�s meeting, First Assistant County Attorney Geri Bonzon-Keenan advised the proposed amendments were being placed on record today but had to be placed on the record again when the item moved forward. She further advised the Board could not take action on the item after it had been reconsidered today because it was an ordinance and it would have to be done at the Board�s next meeting.

Mayor Gimenez inquired, and Assistant County Attorney Graves confirmed, that reconsideration of the item meant that yesterday�s action was moot and a new item would be advertised.

Later in the meeting, County Attorney Price-Williams advised it was announced that the motion to reconsider the foregoing proposed ordinance passed; however, it failed because eight votes were required but only seven votes were received. She indicated that she would work with the sponsoring Commissioner moving forward regarding her options.

Commissioner Jordan indicated her intent to bring back the proposed legislation as a new item with the adjustments she placed on the record, for first reading upon Chairwoman Edmonson�s approval.

Commissioner Monestime questioned why Commissioner Jordan�s item could not be amended on the floor providing that reasonable opportunity was given for the public to speak on the amendment at the next meeting, considering that today�s (7/9) meeting was an extension of yesterday�s meeting.

Discussion ensued between Commissioner Monestime and County Attorney Abigail Price-Williams as to whether Commissioner Jordan�s item could be amended on the floor; or whether one of the dissenting votes could be changed to allow Commissioner Jordan�s motion to occur.

County Attorney Price-Williams advised that once the vote was taken on the motion to reconsider, it either failed or moved on to the next meeting, and the item could not be reconsidered again. She further advised the Board�s rules had a provision related to vote changing which could only occur under certain circumstances and the criteria for that was already passed; however, another option would be to waive the Board�s rules related to the two-thirds requirement of the members� present to allow for acceptance of the motion for reconsideration on the majority vote as opposed to a two-thirds vote.

It was moved by Commissioner Monestime that the Board�s existing rules be waived to accept the majority vote on the motion to reconsider. This motion was seconded by Commissioner Jordan, and upon being put to a vote, failed by a vote of 7-5 (Commissioners Bovo, Diaz, Martinez, Souto and Sosa voted �no�) (Commissioner Suarez was absent).

Note: A two-thirds vote of the members present was required.
 
5B  
  201132 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Barbara J. Jordan        
  RESOLUTION REVISING THE INVENTORY LIST OF REAL PROPERTY, AFTER A PUBLIC HEARING, TO INCLUDE ONE COUNTY-OWNED PROPERTY LOCATED AT 16345 NW 25TH AVENUE, MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA (FOLIO NO. 34-2115-000-0030) IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 125.379(1), FLORIDA STATUTES; AUTHORIZING CONVEYANCE OF THE PROPERTY, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 125.379(2), FLORIDA STATUTES, TO YWCA-MG LLC, A FLORIDA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, WHOSE SOLE MEMBER IS THE YWCA SOUTH FLORIDA, INC., A FLORIDA NOT-FOR-PROFIT CORPORATION, AT A PRICE OF $10.00, FOR DEVELOPMENT OF AFFORDABLE AND WORKFORCE RENTAL OR HOMEOWNERSHIP HOUSING FOR VERY LOW, LOW- OR MODERATE-INCOME HOUSEHOLDS IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE LAWS GOVERNING COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM; AUTHORIZING CHAIRPERSON OR VICE-CHAIRPERSON OF THE BOARD TO EXECUTE A COUNTY DEED; AND AUTHORIZING COUNTY MAYOR OR MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO TAKE ALL ACTION NECESSARY TO EFFECTUATE THE CONVEYANCE, TO ENFORCE THE PROVISIONS SET FORTH IN SUCH COUNTY DEED, TO ENSURE PLACEMENT OF APPROPRIATE SIGNAGE, TO EXECUTE A RENTAL REGULATORY AGREEMENT, IF APPLICABLE, AND ENFORCE THE PROVISIONS THEREIN, AND DELEGATING CERTAIN AUTHORITY REGARDING SAME [SEE AGENDA ITEM NO. 11A13] Adopted
Resolution R-615-20
Mover: Jose "Pepe" Diaz
Seconder: Sally A. Heyman
Vote: 13 - 0
  REPORT: First Assistant County Attorney Geri Bonzon-Keenan read into the record the titles of Agenda Items 5B through 5N.

Chairwoman Edmonson opened the public hearing on Agenda Items 5B through 5N and the following individuals appeared telephonically.

~ Kerry-Ann Royes, President/Chief Executive Officer, YWCA South Florida, spoke in support of Item 5B
~ Debra Reed expressed concern regarding Item 5B and the property being a 150-unit apartment building
~ Gwen Harris, expressed concern regarding Item 5B and the development of 150 affordable units
~ Erica Gonzalez, Item 5H, was muted
~ Betsy Perez spoke in support of Item 5H
Paula King, 25-year North Beach resident, spoke in opposition to Item 5H
~ Miami Beach City Manager Jimmy Morales spoke in support of Item 5H. He noted a master plan would be prepared and presented to the Board of County Commissioners and to the City Commission.
~ Miami Beach Mayor Dan Gelber spoke in support of Item 5H, noting various Commissions had supported the proposed Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) as well as area residents. He stated the City Commission had been good stewards of the previous two CRAs and thanked the Board for its favorable consideration.
~ Ginger Wald, Billing, Cochran, Lyles, Mauro & Ramsey, offered to respond to any questions regarding Item 5J
~ Matis Cohen, President, North Beach Property Owners Association; and member, Miami Beach Chamber Executive Board, spoke in support
~ Jose Soto, regarding Item 5F, was inaudible
~ Carlos Ferev (phonetic) regarding 5F, was inaudible
~ Daniel Guerra spoke in opposition to Item 5C, noting it was redundant, inconsistent and confusing; and urged the Board to vote �no�
~ Ceasar de Castro, Miami Beach resident, spoke in connection with Item 5H. He stated he was challenging the CRA and wanted to understand who the developers were.
~ Peangchai Magner spoke in opposition to Item 5H. She challenged the finding of necessity; commented on insufficient outreach, and spoke against any County funds being directed to a CRA.
~ Julien Haccoun (phonetic), spoke in support of Item 5E.
~ Manning Salazar, member, Neighborhood Organization to Save North Beach, spoke in opposition to Item 5H and requested the item be opposed or deferred to provide community input.
~ Eric Carpenter, Item 5H, was muted
~ Danielle Blake, Miami Realtors, expressed concern regarding the disclosure requirement and outstanding code enforcement issues in Item 5C
~ Adriana Hernandez spoke in opposition to Item 5H
~ German Gobel spoke in opposition to Item 5H
~ Daniel Veitia, member of various community organizations focused on revitalization of North Beach, spoke in support of Item 5H
~ Rosie Cruz-Sotero spoke in opposition to Item 5C
~ Alberto Gonzalez spoke in opposition to Item 5C
~ Sandor Sheare (phonetic) spoke in support of Item 5
~ Celeste Goldfarb, North Beach resident, spoke in opposition to Item 5H
~ Angel Rodriquez, Lennar Homes, spoke in support of Item 5J
~ Marguerite Ramos (phonetic), former Chair, North Beach Master Plan Committee and member, North Beach Partners, spoke in support of Item 5H
~ Mauro Sorety (phonetic), spoke in opposition to Item 5C
~ Roger Aldridge (phonetic), North Beach resident, spoke in opposition to Item 5H
~ Millin Nobregas, North Beach resident, spoke in opposition to Item 5H
~ Freddy Balsera spoke in support of Items 5F Substitute and 5F Substitute Supplement
~ Jose Roca, Principal, Belen Jesuit, spoke in support of Item 5F Substitute
~ Ted Berman spoke in opposition to Item 5H, noting the approval map that was presented to the Board was not what was approved by the City
~ John Imbastari spoke in opposition to Item 5H and requested the west lots be removed from the boundaries
~ Raquel Pacheco, Miami Beach resident, spoke in opposition to Item 5H and asked that it be deferred
~ Alan Levine, member, Steering Committee of the Neighborhood Organization to Save North Beach, spoke in opposition to Item 5H, noting the neighborhood had no input into the CRA
~ Alex Avellanet (phonetic) spoke in support of Item 5H

Mr. Majekodunmi stated there were no more individuals registered or waiting to speak.

There being no other individuals wishing to speak, Chairwoman Edmonson closed the public hearing, and the Board proceeded to vote on the foregoing proposed resolution, as presented.
 
5C  
  200886 Ordinance   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Joe A. Martinez
Audrey M. Edmonson
Sally A. Heyman
Barbara J. Jordan
Dennis C. Moss
Sen. Javier D. Souto
       
  ORDINANCE RELATING TO THE BUILDING CODE; AMENDING SECTION 8-18 OF THE CODE OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA; CREATING DISCLOSURE REQUIREMENT FOR RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY IN THE UNINCORPORATED AREA; REQUIRING DISCLOSURE RELATING TO ILLEGAL CONSTRUCTION AND OUTSTANDING CODE VIOLATIONS FOR PROSPECTIVE BUYERS; PROVIDING PROVISION RELATING TO PENALTIES; DIRECTING THE COUNTY MAYOR TO CONDUCT A PUBLIC AWARENESS CAMPAIGN; PROVIDING SEVERABILITY, INCLUSION IN THE CODE, AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE Adopted
Ordinance 20-60
Mover: Joe A. Martinez
Seconder: Audrey M. Edmonson
Vote: 11 - 2
No: Monestime , Diaz
  REPORT: (See notes under Agenda Item 5B for the opening and closing of the public hearing).

Commissioner Diaz asked Commissioner Martinez whether he would be willing to delay the proposed ordinance based on the realtors� concern regarding liability.

Commissioner Martinez said the realtors would not be held liable and their concern was about losing a sale. He explained the proposed ordinance required the seller to inform the buyer that an inspection should be conducted to check for illegal construction or outstanding building or zoning code violations before entering into a contract to purchase residential property.

Chairwoman Edmonson relinquished the Chair to Vice Chairwoman Sosa.

Commissioner Monestime said some of the issues Commissioner Martinez was seeking to accomplish were addressed with a 40-year inspection or by the appraiser, and opined the proposed ordinance was not beneficial to the County, the market or realtors.

Vice Chairwoman Sosa concurred with the comments made by Commissioners Diaz and Monestime and observed that no one was speaking to protect the residents.

Chairwoman Edmonson resumed the Chair and spoke in support of the proposed ordinance.

Commissioner Bovo expressed his support for the proposed ordinance and commented on illegal units in the City of Hialeah which were addressed through a re-occupancy ordinance.

There being no further discussion, the Board proceeded to vote on the foregoing proposed resolution, as presented.
 
  5/19/2020 Adopted on first reading by the Board of County Commissioners  
  5/19/2020 Tentatively scheduled for a public hearing by the Board of County Commissioners  
  6/16/2020 Public hearing and Second Reading scheduled for 7/8/2020 BCC by the Board of County Commissioners  
5D  
  200936 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Jean Monestime        
  RESOLUTION APPROVING SIGNIFICANT MODIFICATION TO BUILDING BETTER COMMUNITIES GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (�BOND�) PROGRAM PROJECT NO. 19- �RECREATIONAL FACILITY�, AS IDENTIFIED IN APPENDIX A TO RESOLUTION NO. R-913-04, AFTER A PUBLIC HEARING, TO CHANGE THE PROJECT LOCATION Adopted
Resolution R-616-20
Mover: Jose "Pepe" Diaz
Seconder: Sally A. Heyman
Vote: 13 - 0
  6/11/2020 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs Committee  
5E  
  200967 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Dennis C. Moss        
  RESOLUTION DECLARING SURPLUS TWO COUNTY-OWNED PROPERTIES LOCATED IN MIAMI, FLORIDA; REVISING THE INVENTORY LIST OF REAL PROPERTIES, AFTER A PUBLIC HEARING, TO INCLUDE SUCH PROPERTIES IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 125.379(1), FLORIDA STATUTES; AUTHORIZING CONVEYANCE, PURSUANT TO SECTION 125.379(2), FLORIDA STATUTES, OF THE TWO COUNTY-OWNED PROPERTIES TO SURFSIDE POINTE, LLC, A FLORIDA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, AT A PRICE OF $10.00, FOR THE PURPOSE OF DEVELOPING SUCH PROPERTIES WITH AFFORDABLE HOUSING TO BE RENTED TO VERY LOW- LOW- OR MODERATE INCOME HOUSEHOLDS IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTIONS 125.379 AND 420.0004, FLORIDA STATUTES; AUTHORIZING THE CHAIRPERSON OR VICE-CHAIRPERSON OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS TO EXECUTE A COUNTY DEED; AND AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR THE COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EFFECTUATE THE CONVEYANCE, TO TAKE ALL ACTION NECESSARY TO ENFORCE THE PROVISIONS SET FORTH IN SUCH COUNTY DEED, TO EXECUTE A RENTAL REGULATORY AGREEMENT AND ENFORCE THE PROVISIONS THEREIN, TO PROVIDE COPIES OF THE RECORDED COUNTY DEED AND THE RENTAL REGULATORY AGREEMENT REQUIRED BY THE COUNTY DEED TO THE PROPERTY APPRAISER, AND TO ENSURE PLACEMENT OF APPROPRIATE SIGNAGE; AND WAIVING THE REQUIREMENT OF RESOLUTION NO. R-130-06 Adopted
Resolution R-617-20
Mover: Jose "Pepe" Diaz
Seconder: Sally A. Heyman
Vote: 13 - 0
  6/8/2020 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Housing, Social Services & Economic Dev. Committee  
5F  
  201273 Resolution     Sen. Javier D. Souto
Jose "Pepe" Diaz
Sally A. Heyman
Joe A. Martinez
       
  RESOLUTION CODESIGNATING THAT PORTION OF SOUTHWEST 16 STREET FROM SOUTHWEST 77 AVENUE TO SOUTHWEST 82 AVENUE AS �MANOLO FERNANDEZ-CANO STREET� Withdrawn
5F SUPPLEMENT  
  201341 Supplement      
  SUPPLEMENTAL REPORT REGARDING RESOLUTION CODESIGNATING THAT PORTION OF SOUTHWEST 16 STREET FROM SOUTHWEST 77 AVENUE TO SOUTHWEST 82 AVENUE AS �MANOLO FERNANDEZ-CANO STREET�(Clerk of the Board) Withdrawn
5F SUBSTITUTE  
  201350 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Sen. Javier D. Souto
Jose "Pepe" Diaz
Sally A. Heyman
Barbara J. Jordan
Joe A. Martinez
Rebeca Sosa
       
  RESOLUTION CODESIGNATING THAT PORTION OF SOUTHWEST 16 STREET FROM SOUTHWEST 77 AVENUE TO SOUTHWEST 82 AVENUE AS �MANOLO FERNANDEZ-CANO STREET� [SEE ORIGINAL ITEM UNDER FILE NO. 201273] Adopted
Resolution R-618-20
Mover: Jose "Pepe" Diaz
Seconder: Sally A. Heyman
Vote: 13 - 0
5F SUB SUPPLEMENT  
  201362 Supplement      
  SUPPLEMENTAL REPORT REGARDING RESOLUTION CODESIGNATING THAT PORTION OF SOUTHWEST 16 STREET FROM SOUTHWEST 77 AVENUE TO SOUTHWEST 82 AVENUE AS �MANOLO FERNANDEZ-CANO STREET�(Clerk of the Board) Presented
5G  
  200335 Ordinance   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy     
  ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING ISSUANCE OF NOT TO EXCEED $5,000,000,000.00 AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AVIATION REVENUE BONDS, IN ONE OR MORE SERIES, PURSUANT TO PROVISIONS OF AMENDED AND RESTATED TRUST AGREEMENT INCLUDING SECTION 210, DATED AS OF DECEMBER 15, 2002 FOR PURPOSE OF PAYING OR REIMBURSING AVIATION DEPARTMENT FOR COSTS OF CERTAIN CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS TO COUNTY�S PORT AUTHORITY PROPERTIES; PROVIDING THAT TERMS, MATURITIES, INTEREST RATES AND OTHER DETAILS OF SAID BONDS BE DETERMINED IN ONE OR MORE SUBSEQUENT SERIES RESOLUTIONS; AND PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY AND EFFECTIVE DATE(Finance Department) Adopted
Ordinance 20-61
Mover: Jose "Pepe" Diaz
Seconder: Sally A. Heyman
Vote: 13 - 0
  3/3/2020 Adopted on first reading by the Board of County Commissioners  
  3/3/2020 Tentatively scheduled for a public hearing by the Board of County Commissioners  
  4/7/2020 Deferred by the Board of County Commissioners  
5H  
  201207 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Sally A. Heyman        
  RESOLUTION DECLARING AND FINDING, PURSUANT TO SECTION 163.355, FLORIDA STATUTES, AND AFTER A PUBLIC HEARING, CERTAIN GEOGRAPHIC AREA IN THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, WHICH AREA IS GENERALLY DESCRIBED AS BOUNDED ON THE NORTH BY 87TH TERRACE, ON THE SOUTH BY 65TH STREET, ON THE EAST BY THE ATLANTIC OCEAN, AND ON THE WEST BY RUE NOTRE DAME AND REFERRED AS THE NORTH BEACH COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AREA (AREA), TO BE SLUM OR BLIGHTED; DECLARING AND FINDING THE REHABILITATION, CONSERVATION AND REDEVELOPMENT, OR A COMBINATION THEREOF, OF THE AREA TO BE IN THE INTEREST OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH, SAFETY, MORALS AND WELFARE OF RESIDENTS OF MIAMI BEACH AND MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA; FINDING A NEED FOR THE CREATION OF A COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY; AND DELEGATING CERTAIN COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT POWERS TO THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH IN ACCORDANCE WITH CHAPTER 163, PART III, FLORIDA STATUTES(Office of Management and Budget) Adopted
Resolution R-619-20
Mover: Sally A. Heyman
Seconder: Eileen Higgins
Vote: 12 - 1
No: Martinez
  REPORT: Commissioner Heyman provided an overview of the foregoing proposed resolution. She described the North Beach area and noted while residents did not appreciate the term �slum and blight,� they supported money that was generated in the area being kept and refocused in the area for massive improvements. She commented on the City of Miami Beach Commission�s commitment to develop the area including the commitment to consider affordable, workforce purpose housing.

Commissioner Levine Cava said she sponsored legislation which included requirements to prevent gentrification, to ensure replacement housing would be available and to require that any housing built must have certain percentages of set aside around affordability issues. She questioned whether these new guidelines would be applicable to the proposed Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA), and Mr. Jorge Fernandez, Office of Management and Budget Coordinator, confirmed they would. He said the requirements would be included in an Interlocal Agreement between the City, the CRA and the County at the appropriate time.

Following further questions from Commissioner Levine Cava, Mr. Fernandez explained the CRA planning process going forth. He stated the proposed resolution allowed the City to create the CRA and bring forth a redevelopment plan, and noted he believed the City would ensure the plan was consistent with the resident�s requests.

Commissioner Heyman said public meetings on the North Beach Master Plan were held in 2016 but they were not described as CRA meetings.

In response to Commissioner Levine Cava�s inquiry regarding the west lots, Commissioner Heyman said the Mayor and the City Commission were considering using these City-owned lots for development of additional housing; however, currently they were not part of the CRA.

Commissioner Higgins expressed support for the proposed resolution and noted she expected the City to present a community redevelopment plan to the Board of County Commissioners that included workforce units and preserving the existing affordable housing in the area.

There being no further discussion, the Board proceeded to vote on the foregoing proposed resolution, as presented.
 
5I  
  200878 Ordinance   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy     
  ORDINANCE CREATING AND ESTABLISHING A SPECIAL TAXING DISTRICT IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, GENERALLY BOUNDED ON THE NORTH BY THEORETICAL SW 24 STREET, ON THE EAST BY SW 145 AVENUE, ON THE SOUTH BY THEORETICAL SW 25 STREET, AND ON THE WEST BY THEORETICAL SW 146 AVENUE, KNOWN AND DESCRIBED AS DEVCO VILLAS MULTIPURPOSE MAINTENANCE AND STREET LIGHTING SPECIAL TAXING DISTRICT; IDENTIFYING SERVICES TO BE PROVIDED; AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR OR DESIGNEE TO CAUSE TO BE MAINTAINED AND OPERATED VARIOUS PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS AND TO PROVIDE FOR THE INSTALLATION OF STREETLIGHTS; APPROVING A STREET LIGHTING AGREEMENT WITH FLORIDA POWER AND LIGHT AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR OR DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE THE AGREEMENT; WAIVING PROVISIONS OF RESOLUTION NO. R-130-06; AND PROVIDING FOR EXCLUSION FROM THE CODE AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE(Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces) Adopted
Ordinance 20-62
Mover: Jose "Pepe" Diaz
Seconder: Sally A. Heyman
Vote: 13 - 0
  5/29/2020 Tentatively scheduled for a public hearing by the Board of County Commissioners  
  6/2/2020 Adopted on first reading by the Board of County Commissioners  
5I1  
  200879 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy     
  RESOLUTION APPROVING, ADOPTING, AND CONFIRMING A PRELIMINARY ASSESSMENT ROLL PROVIDING FOR ANNUAL ASSESSMENTS AGAINST REAL PROPERTY LOCATED WITHIN THE BOUNDARIES OF THE DEVCO VILLAS MULTIPURPOSE MAINTENANCE AND STREET LIGHTING SPECIAL TAXING DISTRICT IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, GENERALLY BOUNDED ON THE NORTH BY THEORETICAL SW 24 STREET, ON THE EAST BY SW 145 AVENUE, ON THE SOUTH BY THEORETICAL SW 25 STREET, AND ON THE WEST BY THEORETICAL SW 146 AVENUE; PROVIDING THAT ASSESSMENTS MADE SHALL CONSTITUTE A SPECIAL ASSESSMENT LIEN ON REAL PROPERTY; AND PROVIDING FOR THE COLLECTION OF SUCH ASSESSMENTS(Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces) Adopted
Resolution R-620-20
Mover: Jose "Pepe" Diaz
Seconder: Sally A. Heyman
Vote: 13 - 0
5J  
  200601 Ordinance   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy     
  ORDINANCE GRANTING PETITION OF LENNAR HOMES, LLC., FOR ESTABLISHMENT OF A COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT GENERALLY BOUNDED ON THE NORTH BY NW 131 STREET, ON THE EAST BY EAST GOLF DRIVE/NW 22 COURT, ON THE SOUTH BY NW 119 STREET, AND ON THE WEST BY WEST GOLF DRIVE; CREATING AND ESTABLISHING WESTVIEW NORTH COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT; PROVIDING FOR NAME, POWERS AND DUTIES; PROVIDING DESCRIPTION AND BOUNDARIES; PROVIDING INITIAL MEMBERS OF BOARD OF SUPERVISORS; ACCEPTING PROFFERED DECLARATION OF RESTRICTIVE COVENANTS; PROVIDING SEVERABILITY, EXCLUSION FROM THE CODE AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE(Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces) Adopted
Ordinance 20-63
Mover: Jose "Pepe" Diaz
Seconder: Sally A. Heyman
Vote: 13 - 0
  4/7/2020 Adopted on first reading by the Board of County Commissioners  
  4/7/2020 Tentatively scheduled for a public hearing by the Board of County Commissioners  
  5/5/2020 Deferred by the Board of County Commissioners  
  6/16/2020 Deferred by the Board of County Commissioners  
5J SUPPLEMENT  
  200865 Supplement      
  SUPPLEMENTAL REPORT REGARDING ORDINANCE GRANTING PETITION OF LENNAR HOMES, LLC., FOR ESTABLISHMENT OF A COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT GENERALLY BOUNDED ON THE NORTH BY NW 131 STREET, ON THE EAST BY EAST GOLF DRIVE/NW 22 COURT, ON THE SOUTH BY NW 119 STREET, AND ON THE WEST BY WEST GOLF DRIVE; CREATING AND ESTABLISHING WESTVIEW NORTH COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT; PROVIDING FOR NAME, POWERS AND DUTIES; PROVIDING DESCRIPTION AND BOUNDARIES; PROVIDING INITIAL MEMBERS OF BOARD OF SUPERVISORS; ACCEPTING PROFFERED DECLARATION OF RESTRICTIVE COVENANTS; PROVIDING SEVERABILITY, EXCLUSION FROM THE CODE AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE(Clerk of the Board) Presented
  6/16/2020 Deferred by the Board of County Commissioners  
5K  
  201197 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy     
  RESOLUTION APPROVING THE PLAT OF SNAPPER CREEK HOMES FILED BY ALG HOLDINGS, LLC, LOCATED IN THE SOUTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 36, TOWNSHIP 54 SOUTH, RANGE 40 EAST (BOUNDED ON THE NORTH BY SW 84 STREET, ON THE EAST APPROXIMATELY 570 FEET WEST OF SW 65 AVENUE, ON THE SOUTH APPROXIMATELY 200 FEET NORTH OF SW 85 STREET, AND ON THE WEST BY SW 67 AVENUE)(Regulatory and Economic Resources) Adopted
Resolution R-621-20
Mover: Jose "Pepe" Diaz
Seconder: Sally A. Heyman
Vote: 13 - 0
5L  
  201198 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy     
  RESOLUTION APPROVING THE PLAT OF CENTURY PARK SOUTH FILED BY CENTURY HOMEBUILDERS GROUP, LLC LOCATED IN THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 21, TOWNSHIP 55 SOUTH, RANGE 39 EAST (BOUNDED ON THE NORTH BY SW 136 STREET, ON THE EAST APPROXIMATELY 1,850 FEET WEST OF SW 152 AVENUE, ON THE SOUTH BY THE C.S.X. RIGHT OF WAY, AND ON THE WEST BY THE C-1W CANAL)(Regulatory and Economic Resources) Adopted
Resolution R-622-20
Mover: Jose "Pepe" Diaz
Seconder: Sally A. Heyman
Vote: 13 - 0
5M  
  201199 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy     
  RESOLUTION APPROVING THE WAIVER OF PLAT OF OSCAR SAN MARTIN AND LILIAN MARIA WOLFF, D-24242, LOCATED IN THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 14, TOWNSHIP 56 SOUTH, RANGE 39 EAST (BOUNDED ON THE NORTH BY SW 224 STREET, ON THE EAST APPROXIMATELY 460 FEET WEST OF SW 130 AVENUE, ON THE SOUTH APPROXIMATELY 430 FEET NORTH OF SW 226 STREET, AND ON THE WEST BY SW 132 AVENUE)(Regulatory and Economic Resources) Adopted
Resolution R-623-20
Mover: Jose "Pepe" Diaz
Seconder: Sally A. Heyman
Vote: 13 - 0
5N  
  201203 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy     
  RESOLUTION APPROVING THE PLAT OF DEVCO VILLAS FILED BY CENTURY HOMEBUILDERS GROUP, LLC, LOCATED IN THE SOUTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 10, TOWNSHIP 54 SOUTH, RANGE 39 EAST (BOUNDED ON THE NORTH APPROXIMATELY 650 FEET SOUTH OF SW 22 STREET, ON THE EAST BY SW 145 AVENUE, ON THE SOUTH APPROXIMATELY 360 FEET NORTH OF SW 26 STREET, AND ON THE WEST APPROXIMATELY 300 FEET EAST OF SW 147 AVENUE)(Regulatory and Economic Resources) Adopted
Resolution R-624-20
Mover: Jose "Pepe" Diaz
Seconder: Sally A. Heyman
Vote: 13 - 0
6A CHAIRPERSON OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS  
6B POLICY MATTERS FOR DISCUSSION BY THE BOARD  
6B1  
  201139 Discussion Item     Esteban L. Bovo, Jr.        
  DISCUSSION ITEM REGARDING THE AE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES TASK FORCE RECOMMENDATIONS Presented
  REPORT: Commissioner Bovo asked the Internal Services Department Director to prepare a report within 30 days that would review each of the AE Professional Services Task Force recommendations and list the department�s recommendations.  
  6/16/2020 Deferred by the Board of County Commissioners  
6B2  
  201319 Discussion Item     Audrey M. Edmonson        
  DISCUSSION ITEM REGARDING CARES ACT FUNDING Presented
  REPORT: Commissioner Martinez requested Items 8K2 and 11A23 be considered simultaneously with Item 6B2; and Commissioner Sosa requested Item 11A12 be also considered with Item 6B2.

Deputy Mayor Edward Marquez gave a PowerPoint presentation entitled �Coronavirus Relief Fund (CRF) Financial Update and Strategy� a copy of which was submitted for the record. He discussed Federal grants through June 30, 2020, commented on the CARES Acts grant program in the amount of $207 million and the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) grant program in the amount of $222.5 million. Deputy Mayor Marquez said the CRF was the most flexible available funding source and noted each grant had a specific purpose.

Mayor Gimenez clarified that some of the grants were restricted.

Deputy Mayor Marquez discussed COVID-19 related expense through June 30, 2020, including Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) expenditure categories and County COVID-19 expenditures through June 30, 2021 which totaled $152 million. He advised this total was comprised of the CRF and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) funding source; and described the differences between the two funding sources. He pointed out FEMA funds were subject to the Single Audit Act and FEMA pre-reviews prior to reimbursement; while CRF funds were subject to the Single Audit Act and U.S. Treasury Inspector General reviews. Deputy Mayor Marquez spoke about strategies to maximize CRF use; and the allotment of CRF within the State of Florida, noting the total allocation to Florida was $8.3 billion with a percentage total of 100 percent. He advised the County would retain $339 million and the cities would receive $135 million based on distribution by population.

In response to Commissioner Diaz� inquiry regarding the cities� CRF expenditure, Deputy Mayor Marquez said these were necessary COVID-related expenditures that had not been budgeted elsewhere and must occur from March 1 through December 30, 2020. He noted the County would be audited as the grantee and would be responsible for any money distributed to the cities. Deputy Mayor Marquez further noted distribution of funds to the cities must be done on a reimbursement basis and a determination must be made on the fund expenditure.

Mayor Gimenez commented on the need to establish a mechanism to assist residents if the CRF distributed to the cities were not spent quickly. He expressed concern regarding the audit and concurred that distribution of funds to the cities must be done on a reimbursement basis along with documentation of the cities� expenditure of these funds.

Deputy Mayor Marquez indicated the Administration would develop a strong sub-grantee agreement based on the Board�s approval.

Chairwoman Edmonson concurred with the monies being distributed on a reimbursement basis as the County would be responsible for expenditure of these funds.

Commissioner Martinez requested a point of order and moved to extend today�s (7/8) meeting to 7:00 p.m. This motion was seconded by Chairwoman Edmonson, and upon being put to a vote, passed by a vote of 9-4 (Commissioners Bovo, Diaz, Levine Cava and Sosa voted �no�).

Following a brief discussion, Commissioner Martinez withdrew his motion.

Chairwoman Edmonson noted the Board would recess upon conclusion of this report and would resume tomorrow morning (7/9).

Deputy Mayor Marquez discussed the proposed allocation of CRF which totaled $474 million, including $30 million for a proposed Business Grant Program Phase 1. He stated if the Board approved, the proposed grant program would help to compensate small businesses which had to recently close their operations due to the new emergency orders issued to address the surge of Coronavirus cases in the County. Deputy Mayor Marquez described the general parameters of the program for affected businesses and advised the maximum reimbursement would be determined after discussion with the industry and further details were developed.

Mayor Gimenez stated the Administration was seeking the Board�s guidance regarding the proposed grant program and suggested the Board convene a special meeting to discuss this issue.

Commissioner Levine Cava said she had additional ideas which she would share with the Administration. She mentioned her request for legislation regarding non-profit organizations, and suggested the Board be informed of efforts regarding contact tracing.

Commissioner Moss said he wanted to ensure groups in Commission District 9 who were serving meals and providing other services would have an opportunity to participate in the proposed grant program process. He also requested feedback regarding cultural institutions and groups.

Commissioner Martinez expressed his hope the proposed grant program would be available to small businesses quickly, particularly restaurants.

Commissioner Diaz commented on the need to assist veterans.

Chairwoman Edmonson said the CRF would be discussed at the next COVID-19 meeting and indicated she may have to schedule a meeting in August 2020 to further address this issue.

At 6:12 p.m., the Board by motion duly made, seconded and carried, voted to recess today�s (7/8) meeting to July 9, 2020 at 9:30 a.m.
 
6B3  
  201256 Discussion Item     Sally A. Heyman        
  DISCUSSION ITEM REGARDING FUTURE AUTONOMY OF THE MIAMI-DADE CORRECTIONS AND REHABILITATION DEPARTMENT Presented
  REPORT: Prior to consideration of the foregoing discussion item, the Board reconvened on Thursday, July 9, 2020, at 9:30 a.m.

Commissioner Heyman provided an overview of the foregoing item and stated she was advised by the County Attorney�s Office that some of her colleagues wanted a clear definition of the parameters regarding the sheriff/police director for Miami-Dade County with the new constitutional position of elected sheriff in 2025. She mentioned some small departments had combined the sheriff�s department with the county�s jails across the State of Florida, and expressed concern about the size of Miami-Dade County and the comprehensive nature of the jobs within the Criminal Justice System. Commissioner Heyman offered to participate with whoever was working on this issue. She reminded the Board of County Commissioners (Board) of the exceptional strides made by the Miami-Dade Corrections and Rehabilitation Department (MDCRD) with having a separate budget, objectives, goals and priorities; and stated the MDCRD deserved to be autonomous and requested the department remain separate.

Commissioner Levine Cava concurred with Commissioner Heyman and opined it was important the department be kept accountable to the Board. She stated there were national examples which demonstrated this was an appropriate way to proceed and assisted in ensuring the Correction system functioned as a rehabilitation and treatment arm.

Commissioner Heyman asked to be apprised of commissioners who sponsored items related to the police chief or sheriff.

Following Commissioner Bovo�s request that the County recognize and account for bailiffs who worked in the court system, Commissioner Heyman said she did not wish to relinquish jurisdiction of the Corrections Department or the bailiffs and wanted to maintain their protection and integrity of the departments.

Commissioner Diaz said all commissioners should be part of this issue as it would change county government and the proposed legislation should be discussed expeditiously.

In response to Chairwoman Edmonson�s inquiry regarding the proposed legislation regarding the sheriff/police director for Miami-Dade County, Assistant County Attorney Oren Rosenthal said it was currently being worked on with Commissioner Martinez.

Mayor Gimenez said there were many options in establishing the Sheriff�s office. He noted the unincorporated area of Miami-Dade County was a municipal unincorporated area and could have its own municipal police department that patrolled and was in charge of the County�s unincorporated areas.

Following discussion on the foregoing item, Mayor Gimenez announced he signed a contract this morning (7/9) with the State of Florida to add 250 contact tracers to Miami-Dade County. He advised the County would use approximately $14 million from the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act to fund the additional contact tracers who would be working for the Miami-Dade County branch of the Florida Department of Health. Mayor Gimenez further advised Governor Ron DeSantis would also be assigning additional contact tracers to Miami-Dade County.

SPECIAL NOTE: The foregoing discussion item was considered on Thursday, July 9, 2020.
 
7 ORDINANCES SET FOR SECOND READING  
7A  
  200789 Ordinance   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Barbara J. Jordan        
  ORDINANCE RELATING TO THE RULES OF PROCEDURE OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS; AMENDING SECTION 2-1 OF THE CODE OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA; REQUIRING A WRITTEN STATEMENT REGARDING NEW TYPES OF LAND USES PRIOR TO PUBLIC HEARING FOR CERTAIN ZONING ORDINANCES UNDER CERTAIN CIRCUMSTANCES; PROVIDING SEVERABILITY, INCLUSION IN THE CODE, AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE Adopted
Ordinance 20-64
Mover: Barbara J. Jordan
Seconder: Joe A. Martinez
Vote: 11 - 0
Absent: Moss , Bovo, Jr.
  REPORT: During consideration of changes to today�s (7/8) Board of County Commissioners meeting, County Attorney Abigail Price-Williams advised the foregoing proposed ordinance contained a scrivener�s error.
She noted on the checklist page �no committee review� was checked incorrectly; however, this item was considered and a public hearing was held at the Chairwoman�s Policy Council meeting on June 8, 2020.

First Assistant County Attorney Geri Bonzon-Keenan read the title of the foregoing proposed ordinance into the record.

There being no questions or comments, the Board proceeded to vote on the foregoing proposed ordinance, as presented.

SPECIAL NOTE: The foregoing proposed resolution was adopted on Thursday, July 9, 2020.
 
  5/5/2020 Adopted on first reading by the Board of County Commissioners  
  5/5/2020 Tentatively scheduled for a public hearing by the Board of County Commissioners  
  6/8/2020 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation following a public hearing by the Chairwomans Policy Council  
8 DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS  
8A (No items were submitted for this section.)  
8B CORRECTIONS AND REHABILITATION DEPARTMENT  
8B1  
  201012 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Joe A. Martinez        
  RESOLUTION APPROVING THE AFFILIATION AGREEMENT FOR EDUCATIONAL SERVICES FOR SCHOOL YEARS 2020-2021 AND 2021-2022 WITH THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS� LINDSEY HOPKINS TECHNICAL COLLEGE FOR THE PROVISION OF ACADEMIC AND CAREER-TECHNICAL EDUCATION FOR INMATES IN THE AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $400,000.00 PER SCHOOL YEAR AND TO BE PAID FROM THE INMATE WELFARE ACCOUNT; AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE SAME FOR AND ON BEHALF OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, TO EXECUTE ANY NECESSARY AMENDMENTS, AND TO EXERCISE THE EXTENSION, CANCELLATION, AND INDEMNIFICATION PROVISIONS CONTAINED THEREIN(Corrections & Rehabilitation Department) Adopted
Resolution R-625-20
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Joe A. Martinez
Vote: 13 - 0
  6/9/2020 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Public Safety and Rehabilitation Committee  
8C CULTURAL AFFAIRS DEPARTMENT  
8C1  
  200959 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy     
  RESOLUTION APPROVING $165.000.00 IN FUNDING SUPPORT FOR THIRTEEN (13) GRANT AWARDS TO SOUTH FLORIDA ARTISTS FROM THE SOUTH FLORIDA CULTURAL CONSORTIUM�S FY 2019-20 GENERAL OPERATING FUNDS FOR THE VISUAL AND MEDIA ARTISTS GRANT PROGRAM; WAIVING RESOLUTION NO. R-130-06; AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE GRANT AGREEMENTS AND TO EXERCISE ALL PROVISIONS, INCLUDING THE CANCELLATION PROVISIONS, CONTAINED THEREIN(Department of Cultural Affairs) Adopted
Resolution R-626-20
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Joe A. Martinez
Vote: 13 - 0
  6/11/2020 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs Committee  
8C2  
  200960 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy     
  RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE FUNDING OF A $25,000.00 GRANT FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF CULTURAL AFFAIRS AS FISCAL AGENT FOR THE SOUTH FLORIDA CULTURAL CONSORTIUM TO NOVA SOUTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY, INC. (NSU ART MUSEUM FORT LAUDERDALE), FOR THE REGIONAL EXHIBITION OF THE SOUTH FLORIDA CULTURAL CONSORTIUM�S FY 2019-2020 VISUAL & MEDIA ARTISTS GRANT PROGRAM, WAIVING RESOLUTION R-130-06, AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE THE GRANT AGREEMENT AND TO EXERCISE ALL PROVISIONS, INCLUDING THE CANCELLATION PROVISIONS, CONTAINED THEREIN(Department of Cultural Affairs) Adopted
Resolution R-627-20
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Joe A. Martinez
Vote: 13 - 0
  6/11/2020 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs Committee  
8C3  
  201000 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy     
  RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE FUNDING OF 18 GRANTS FOR A TOTAL OF $127,057.00 FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF CULTURAL AFFAIRS FISCAL YEAR 2019-2020 COMMUNITY GRANTS PROGRAM � FOURTH QUARTER FOR VARIOUS ENTITIES; WAIVING RESOLUTION NO. R-130-06; AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE GRANT AGREEMENTS AND TO EXERCISE ALL PROVISIONS, INCLUDING THE CANCELLATION PROVISIONS, CONTAINED THEREIN(Department of Cultural Affairs) Adopted
Resolution R-628-20
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Joe A. Martinez
Vote: 13 - 0
  6/11/2020 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs Committee  
8D (No items were submitted for this section.)  
8E FIRE RESCUE DEPARTMENT  
8E1  
  200987 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy     
  RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A LETTER OF AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE MIAMI DADE COLLEGE AND MIAMI-DADE COUNTY ON BEHALF OF THE MIAMI-DADE FIRE RESCUE DEPARTMENT FOR FIRST RESPONDER RECRUIT TRAINING CLASSES, INCLUDING FIRE FIGHTER MINIMUM STANDARDS AND ADMINISTRATION OF THE STATE OF FLORIDA CERTIFICATION EXAMINATION; AND AUTHORIZES THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE THIS AGREEMENT IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $1,900,000.00 AND TO EXERCISE ANY PROVISIONS THEREIN, INCLUDING TERMINATION AND RENEWAL(Miami-Dade Fire and Rescue Department) Adopted
Resolution R-629-20
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Joe A. Martinez
Vote: 13 - 0
  6/9/2020 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Public Safety and Rehabilitation Committee  
8F INTERNAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT  
8F1  
  200625 Resolution     Esteban L. Bovo, Jr.        
  RESOLUTION APPROVING THE TERMS OF AND AUTHORIZING EXECUTION BY THE COUNTY MAYOR OR THE COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE OF A LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY AND TGC OAKLANE LLC, FOR THE PREMISES LOCATED AT 7845-7855 NW 148 STREET, MIAMI LAKES, FLORIDA TO BE UTILIZED BY THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS AND REHABILITATION, WITH A TOTAL FISCAL IMPACT TO THE COUNTY ESTIMATED TO BE $7,558,797.71 FOR A FIVE-YEAR TERM AND ONE FIVE-YEAR OPTION TO RENEW; AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR THE COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXERCISE ANY AND ALL OTHER RIGHTS CONFERRED THEREIN(Internal Services) Amended
  REPORT: (See Agenda Item 8F1 Amended; Legislative File No. 201450)  
  4/20/2020 Deferred by the Chairwomans Policy Council  
  6/8/2020 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Chairwomans Policy Council  
8F1 Amended  
  201450 Resolution     Esteban L. Bovo, Jr.        
  RESOLUTION APPROVING THE TERMS OF AND AUTHORIZING EXECUTION BY THE COUNTY MAYOR OR THE COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE OF A LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY AND TGC OAKLANE LLC, FOR THE PREMISES LOCATED AT 7845-7855 NW 148 STREET, MIAMI LAKES, FLORIDA TO BE UTILIZED BY THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS AND REHABILITATION, WITH A TOTAL FISCAL IMPACT TO THE COUNTY ESTIMATED TO BE $7,558,797.71 FOR A FIVE-YEAR TERM AND ONE FIVE-YEAR OPTION TO RENEW; AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR THE COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXERCISE ANY AND ALL OTHER RIGHTS CONFERRED THEREIN; AND DIRECTING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR THE COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO IDENTIFY A REPLACEMENT FACILITY AND PLACE A REPORT BEFORE THIS BOARD PURSUANT TO ORDINANCE NO. 14-65 WITHIN FOUR MONTHS OF THE EFFECTIVE DATE [SEE ORIGINAL ITEM UNDER FILE NO. 200625](Internal Services) Adopted as amended
Resolution R-630-20
Mover: Esteban L. Bovo, Jr.
Seconder: Sally A. Heyman
Vote: 11 - 1
No: Cava
Absent: Moss
  REPORT: The foregoing proposed resolution was moved by Commissioner Bovo and seconded by Commissioner Sosa for discussion.

Commissioner Heyman commented on the holdover provision in the original Lease Agreement (Lease) with TGC Oaklane, LLC (TGC) which required the County to pay 150 percent of the monthly rent in effect immediately prior to expiration, resulting in an additional $1.705 million. She also commented on TGC charging the County 100 percent of the rent for the next three months pending the County�s decision to renew the lease. Commissioner Heyman expressed concern regarding the lack of accountability and supervision on contracts prior to their expiration; and a 50 percent increase in the County�s rent for over $1 million for two years. She asked the county attorneys to draft legislation under her sponsorship to require leases and contracts be reviewed for adverse consequences for extra cost, better options, and changing conditions prior to their expiration. Commissioner Heyman suggested the County utilize some of its own structures rather than leasing private spaces at market value if it proceeded with more virtual and remote operations; and recommended one employee be responsible for reviewing contracts to determine better conditions with a changing market.

Commissioner Bovo opined Commissioner Heyman�s comments should be discussed further and moved to defer the foregoing proposed resolution. This motion was seconded by Chairwoman Edmonson.

In response to Commissioner Jordan�s inquiry about the County�s procedures regarding the expiration of contracts, Ms. Tara Smith, Director, Internal Services Department (ISD), said she was prepared to respond to questions but noted her concern regarding a deferral due to the increased penalty the County was paying on the current lease terms.

Pursuant to Mayor Gimenez� request, Ms. Smith provided an overview of the proposed Lease Agreement. She corrected the Commission Auditor�s calculations regarding the $1.7 million, and noted she was unaware of the 150 percent holdover requirement. Ms. Smith advised the Miami-Dade Corrections and Rehabilitation Department (Department) was utilizing the space operationally, and while ISD staff had reviewed 26 County-owned warehouses they were not available and other private warehouses in the area could not accommodate the Department�s operations.

Ms. Smith commented on the importance of approving new terms which would allow the County to pay only 100 percent of the base rent amount and avoid the 150 percent penalty; and advised staff had identified an alternative larger warehouse space for the Department which would potentially be available on the market within the next couple of months. She stated this would be a cost-savings to the Department and would not include the 150 percent penalty on a holdover term. Ms. Smith acknowledged the lease should not have been in holdover for this long, and assured the Board staff would perform a better job of monitoring the expiration of leases. She remarked it was best for the County to proceed with this lease due to the County�s penalty obligation and expressed her hope the new space would soon be available.

Mayor Gimenez concurred with proceeding with the proposed resolution provided Ms. Smith could assure the Board a new space would be available within four months, if not the lease would be renegotiated. He stated this should not occur again and it was not acceptable to be two years behind and paying 150 percent of rent. Mayor Gimenez asked Ms. Smith to provide him with a report on who and what created this situation.

Chairwoman Edmonson withdrew her second to the deferral and Commissioner Bovo released his motion to defer.

Chairwoman Edmonson noted a motion and a second to adopt the foregoing proposed resolution was on the floor.

Commissioner Sosa stated the procurement process was not being adhered to and suggested the County-owned stockade be used as a storage facility for the Department.

Commissioner Heyman expressed concern regarding the five-year term in the proposed lease at a higher price and indicated she would vote �no.�

Ms. Smith said the proposed lease included a cancelation clause which allowed the County, at any time without cause, to terminate the proposed lease by providing the landlord with 120 days� advanced written notice, and this was sufficient time for the County to transition to a new warehouse. She noted staff was in discussion with the new landlord and once the warehouse became available on the market, the County had four months to cancel the current lease and move to a new location.

Ms. Marydell Guevara, Assistant Director, MDCR, commented on the Department�s operations which included storage of inmate property, officers� uniforms, equipment, maintenance supplies, food services supplies and dry storage. She noted there were no other areas in the facilities to accommodate these supplies and the stockade was not suitable for storage. Ms. Guevara said Director Daniel Junior was hopeful construction of a new facility would allow for storage of these items and a lease would no longer be necessary. She mentioned the Department was sharing some of the space with the Elections Department.

Commissioner Jordan asked to be recognized for a reconsideration after the vote was taken on this item.

Mayor Gimenez asked that language be included in the proposed resolution requiring ISD to provide a status report to the Board in six months regarding the other available space.

In response to Chairwoman Edmonson�s request that language be provided requiring ISD to come back to the Board with a status report on the other available space within four months, Assistant County Attorney Juliette Antoine advised language could be added in the proposed resolution to provide that within four months of the effective date of this resolution the department would provide a report to the Board of County Commissioners (Board) with an update regarding the status of identifying a replacement space for this storage facility.

Commissioner Bovo accepted the proposed language.

It was moved by Commissioner Bovo that the foregoing proposed resolution be adopted as amended as noted by Assistant County Attorney Antoine. This motion was seconded by Commissioner Heyman.

Discussion ensued among the Board members on the foregoing motion.

Commissioner Sosa noted she would not approve any renewal with the current landlord. She mentioned that she previously stated this was an item from the Procurement Department; however, it was from the Real Estate Department of ISD, and staff needed to address that issue.

Commissioner Sosa offered, and Commissioner Bovo accepted, an amendment to review County-owned land and to consider including the stockade.

There being no further discussion, the Board proceeded to vote on the foregoing proposed resolution as amended to provide that within four months of the effective date of this resolution, the Department would provide a report to the Board of County Commissioners with an update regarding the status of identifying a replacement space for this storage facility.

SPECIAL NOTE: The foregoing proposed resolution was adopted on Thursday, July 9, 2020.
 
8F2  
  201149 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Sally A. Heyman        
  RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR OR MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO SOLICIT NEW PROPOSALS FOR THE PURCHASE OF GOODS AND SERVICES RELATED TO THE COURT CASE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM, LIMITING COMPETITION TO THOSE WHO OFFERED PROPOSALS IN CONNECTION WITH RFP-01208, ESTABLISHING METHODOLOGY FOR SOLICITATION, AND WAIVING COMPETITIVE BIDDING PURSUANT TO SECTION 5.03(D) OF THE HOME RULE CHARTER, SECTION 2-8.1 OF THE CODE OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, AND IMPLEMENTING ORDER 3-38 BY A TWO-THIRDS VOTE OF THE BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT(Internal Services) Adopted
Resolution R-614-20
Mover: Sally A. Heyman
Seconder: Jose "Pepe" Diaz
Vote: 8 - 0
Absent: Edmonson , Suarez , Cava , Moss , Bovo, Jr.
  REPORT: Pursuant to Chairwoman Audrey M. Edmonson's memorandum of changes dated July 8, 2020, the foregoing proposed resolution contained a scrivener�s error and on handwritten page 2 in the second sentence of the second paragraph, the word �of� should be inserted between �the best interest� and �County�. On handwritten page 2 on the first line of section (a), the RFP number should read �RFP-01208�.

In response to questions from Chairwoman Edmonson regarding the foregoing proposed resolution, Ms. Tara Smith, Director, Internal Services Department (ISD) stated Tyler Technologies (Tyler) had agreed in writing to full disclosure of their entire proposal previously submitted in response to RFP-01208 related to the Court Case Management System (CCMS); and Item 8F2 Supplement provided a level playing field for all the proposers. She advised a new proposal was sent to the other firms yesterday (7/7) and proposals were due July 17, 2020; however, staff would extend the time judiciously based upon request.

Chairwoman Edmonson recommended the due date for proposals be extended if requested by the proposers.

Responding to Commissioner Bovo�s inquiry, Ms. Smith explained that waiving competitive bids would allow the proposers to view each other�s proposals; the timeline for completing the new solicitation process was minimal and competition was limited to only the six original proposers.

Commissioner Heyman provided an overview of the foregoing proposed resolution. She commented on the need for a bid waiver and indicated nothing was changed for the service of the technical requirements. Commissioner Heyman stated the six proposers were afforded a level playing field with time, and the proposal would address the comprehensive need for a new Criminal Justice System. She mentioned staff considered a best and final offer among the proposers but that would have allowed for a subsequent protest.

Commissioner Diaz concurred with Commissioner Heyman�s comments.

Commissioner Monestime asked and Ms. Smith affirmed that once the proposal process was completed, information received would be accessible to everyone.

There being no further questions or comments, the Board proceeded to vote on the foregoing proposed resolution as presented.

SPECIAL NOTE: The foregoing proposed resolution was adopted on Thursday, July 9, 2020.
 
  6/16/2020 4 Day Rule Invoked by the Board of County Commissioners  
8F2 SUPPLEMENT  
  201359 Supplement      
  SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION - RECOMMENDATION TO WAIVE COMPETITIVE BIDS TO ALLOW LIMITED COMPETITION FOR COURT CASE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM Presented
8F3  
  201014 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy     
  RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AWARD OF A LEGACY CONTRACT FOR AIRPORT OPERATION INFORMATION SYSTEM AT MIAMI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT FOR THE MIAMI-DADE AVIATION DEPARTMENT, CONTRACT NO. L-10046, TO AMADEUS AIRPORT IT AMERICAS, INC. FOR A SEVEN-YEAR TERM IN A TOTAL AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $18,445,882.59 AND APPROVING TERMS OF AND AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE THE CONTRACT AND TO EXERCISE ALL PROVISIONS OF THE CONTRACT, INCLUDING ANY CANCELLATIONS OR EXTENSION PROVISIONS, PURSUANT TO SECTION 2-8.1 OF THE COUNTY CODE AND IMPLEMENTING ORDER 3-38(Internal Services) Adopted
Resolution R-631-20
Mover: Barbara J. Jordan
Seconder: Sally A. Heyman
Vote: 13 - 0
  REPORT: Commissioner Jordan released the foregoing proposed resolution from the day�s Pull List.

There being no questions or comments, the Board proceeded to vote on the proposed resolution as presented.
 
  6/10/2020 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Tourism and the Ports Committee  
8F4  
  201015 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy     
  RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AWARD OF A LEGACY CONTRACT FOR COMMON USE TERMINAL EQUIPMENT AND COMMON USE PASSENGER PROCESSING SYSTEMS SUPPORT AND MAINTENANCE SERVICES AT MIAMI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT FOR THE MIAMI-DADE AVIATION DEPARTMENT, CONTRACT NO. L-10047, TO SITA INFORMATION NETWORKING COMPUTING USA, INC. FOR A SEVEN-YEAR TERM IN A TOTAL AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $40,732,011.94 AND APPROVING TERMS OF AND AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE THE CONTRACT AND TO EXERCISE ALL PROVISIONS OF THE CONTRACT, INCLUDING ANY CANCELLATIONS OR EXTENSION PROVISIONS, PURSUANT TO SECTION 2-8.1 OF THE COUNTY CODE AND IMPLEMENTING ORDER 3-38(Internal Services) Adopted
Resolution R-632-20
Mover: Barbara J. Jordan
Seconder: Sally A. Heyman
Vote: 13 - 0
  REPORT: Commissioner Jordan released the foregoing proposed resolution from the day�s Pull List.

Note: Pursuant to Chairwoman Audrey M. Edmonson's memorandum of changes dated July 8, 2020, this item has been reprinted to include the full executed contract.

There being no comments or questions, the Board proceeded to vote on the proposed resolution, as presented.
 
  6/10/2020 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Tourism and the Ports Committee  
8F5  
  201017 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy     
  RESOLUTION APPROVING ADDITIONAL EXPENDITURE AUTHORITY IN A TOTAL AMOUNT UP TO $840,000.00 FOR PREQUALIFICATION POOL NO. RTQ-00266 FOR PURCHASE OF MANUFACTURED MODULAR BUILDINGS FOR THE MIAMI-DADE WATER AND SEWER DEPARTMENT(Internal Services) Adopted
Resolution R-633-20
Mover: Barbara J. Jordan
Seconder: Sally A. Heyman
Vote: 13 - 0
  6/9/2020 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Infrastructure & Capital Improvements Committee  
8F6  
  201018 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy     
  RESOLUTION APPROVING AWARD OF CONTRACT NO. FB-01230 TO TRANSVALUE, INC. FOR THE PURCHASE OF ARMORED CAR SERVICES FOR MULTIPLE COUNTY DEPARTMENTS FOR A FIVE-YEAR TERM IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $1,972,230.00; AND AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO GIVE NOTICE OF THIS AWARD TO TRANSVALUE, INC., ISSUE THE APPROPRIATE PURCHASE ORDERS TO GIVE EFFECT TO SAME AND EXERCISE ALL PROVISIONS OF THE CONTRACT, INCLUDING ANY CANCELLATION OR EXTENSION PROVISIONS, PURSUANT TO SECTION 2-8.1 OF THE CODE OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA AND IMPLEMENTING ORDER 3-38(Internal Services) Adopted
Resolution R-634-20
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Joe A. Martinez
Vote: 13 - 0
  6/11/2020 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Health Care and County Operations Committee  
8F7  
  201019 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy     
  RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ADDITIONAL EXPENDITURE AUTHORITY IN AN AMOUNT UP TO $359,033.00, CONSISTING OF $216,897.00 FOR THE CURRENT TERM AND $142,136.00 FOR THE OPTION TO RENEW TERM, FOR THE A MODIFIED TOTAL CONTRACT AWARD OF $1,223,033.00 FOR LEGACY PURCHASE CONTRACT NO. L8523-1/28 FOR THE PURCHASE OF INOVAH SOFTWARE MAINTENANCE/PROFESSIONAL SERVICES FOR THE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT; AND AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXERCISE ALL PROVISIONS OF THE CONTRACT, INCLUDING ANY RENEWALS, EXTENSIONS OR CANCELLATIONS, PURSUANT TO SECTION 2-8.1 OF THE COUNTY CODE AND IMPLEMENTING ORDER 3-38(Internal Services) Adopted
Resolution R-635-20
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Joe A. Martinez
Vote: 13 - 0
  6/11/2020 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Health Care and County Operations Committee  
8F8  
  201013 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy     
  RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ADDITIONAL EXPENDITURE AUTHORITY IN AN AMOUNT UP TO $4,810,000.00 FOR A MODIFIED CONTRACT AMOUNT OF $21,300,000.00 FOR CONTRACT NO. 060B2490021 FOR THE PURCHASE OF COMMERCIAL OFF THE SHELF SOFTWARE FOR THE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT; AND AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXERCISE ALL PROVISIONS OF THE CONTRACT, INCLUDING ANY EXTENSIONS OR CANCELLATIONS, PURSUANT TO SECTION 2-8.1 OF THE COUNTY CODE AND IMPLEMENTING ORDER 3-38(Internal Services) Adopted
Resolution R-636-20
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Joe A. Martinez
Vote: 13 - 0
  6/11/2020 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Health Care and County Operations Committee  
8F9  
  201021 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy     
  RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ADDITIONAL EXPENDITURE AUTHORITY IN AN AMOUNT UP TO $283,000.00 FOR A MODIFIED TOTAL CONTRACT AWARD OF $621,000.00 FOR CONTRACT NO. SS9737-1/23-1 FOR THE PURCHASE OF CELLEBRITE FORENSIC SYSTEM, SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE FOR THE MIAMI-DADE POLICE DEPARTMENT; AND AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXERCISE ALL PROVISIONS OF THE CONTRACT, INCLUDING ANY EXTENSIONS OR CANCELLATIONS, PURSUANT TO SECTION 2-8.1 OF THE COUNTY CODE AND IMPLEMENTING ORDER 3-38(Internal Services) Adopted
Resolution R-637-20
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Joe A. Martinez
Vote: 13 - 0
  6/9/2020 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Public Safety and Rehabilitation Committee  
8F10  
  201022 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy     
  RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXERCISE THE THREE, ONE-YEAR OPTION TO RENEW TERMS AND AUTHORIZING ADDITIONAL TIME AND AN INCREASE OF THE CONTRACT IN AN AMOUNT UP TO $2,073,940.00 FOR A MODIFIED CONTRACT AMOUNT OF $2,473,940.00 FOR COBB COUNTY, GEORGIA CONTRACT NO. 18220 FOR THE PURCHASE OF WORKFORCE MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS, AND RELATED PRODUCTS AND SERVICES FOR THE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT ON BEHALF MULTIPLE COUNTY DEPARTMENTS; AND AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXERCISE ALL PROVISIONS OF THE CONTRACT, INCLUDING ANY RENEWALS, EXTENSIONS OR CANCELLATION PROVISIONS, PURSUANT TO COUNTY CODE SECTION 2-8.1 AND IMPLEMENTING ORDER 3-38(Internal Services) Adopted
Resolution R-638-20
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Joe A. Martinez
Vote: 13 - 0
  6/11/2020 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Health Care and County Operations Committee  
8G MANAGEMENT AND BUDGET DEPARTMENT  
8G1  
  200993 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy     
  RESOLUTION APPROVING THE FISCAL YEAR 2019-20 CONTRACT IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,133,000.00 WITH THE STATE OF FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH EFFECTIVE RETROACTIVELY FROM OCTOBER 1, 2019 TO SEPTEMBER 30, 2020 FOR THE PURPOSE OF MEETING PUBLIC HEALTH NEEDS OF THE CITIZENS OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY; AND AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR'S DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE SAME AND EXERCISE ANY PROVISIONS CONTAINED THEREIN, TO EXECUTE FUTURE AGREEMENTS, AND APPLY FOR, RECEIVE, AND EXPEND ADDITIONAL FUNDS SHOULD THEY BECOME AVAILABLE UNDER THIS PROGRAM FOR THIS PURPOSE(Office of Management and Budget) Adopted
Resolution R-639-20
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Joe A. Martinez
Vote: 13 - 0
  6/11/2020 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Health Care and County Operations Committee  
8H (No items were submitted for this section.)  
8I MIAMI-DADE POLICE DEPARTMENT  
8I1  
  200983 Resolution     Joe A. Martinez        
  RESOLUTION APPROVING A LETTER OF AGREEMENT BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, BY AND THROUGH THE MIAMI-DADE POLICE DEPARTMENT, AND CRIME STOPPERS OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, INC., WHICH AUTHORIZES CRIME STOPPERS OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, INC., TO ACT AS AN AGENT OF THE COUNTY FOR THE APPLICATION, RECEIPT, AND EXPENDITURE OF FUNDS FROM THE STATE OF FLORIDA�S CRIME STOPPERS TRUST FUND; AND AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR THE COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE THE LETTER OF AGREEMENT WITH CRIME STOPPERS OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, INC., AND TO EXERCISE THE AMENDMENT AND TERMINATION PROVISION CONTAINED THEREIN(Miami-Dade Police Department) Amended
  REPORT: (See Agenda Item 8I1 Amended; Legislative File No. 201383)  
  6/9/2020 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Public Safety and Rehabilitation Committee  
8I1 Amended  
  201383 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Joe A. Martinez        
  RESOLUTION APPROVING A LETTER OF AGREEMENT BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, BY AND THROUGH THE MIAMI-DADE POLICE DEPARTMENT, AND CRIME STOPPERS OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, INC., WHICH AUTHORIZES CRIME STOPPERS OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, INC., TO ACT AS AN AGENT OF THE COUNTY FOR THE APPLICATION, RECEIPT, AND EXPENDITURE OF FUNDS FROM THE STATE OF FLORIDA�S CRIME STOPPERS TRUST FUND; AND RETROACTIVELY AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR THE COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE THE LETTER OF AGREEMENT WITH CRIME STOPPERS OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, INC., AND TO EXERCISE THE AMENDMENT AND TERMINATION PROVISION CONTAINED THEREIN [SEE ORIGINAL ITEM UNDER FILE NO. 200983](Miami-Dade Police Department) Adopted as amended
Resolution R-602-20
Mover: Joe A. Martinez
Seconder: Audrey M. Edmonson
Vote: 13 - 0
  REPORT: Pursuant to Commissioner Martinez' request, First Assistant County Attorney Geri Bonzon-Keenan advised that on handwritten page 5 of the foregoing proposed resolution the enacting clause shall be amended towards the end of the phrase to say and �retroactively authorizes the County Mayor or County Mayor�s designee to execute the Letter of Agreement in substantially the form attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference, and to exercise the amendment and termination provision contained therein, as may be necessary on behalf of the County. She further advised the conforming amendment would be made to the title.

There being no further comments or questions, the Board proceeded to vote on the foregoing proposed resolution, as amended.
 
8J PORT OF MIAMI DEPARTMENT  
8J1  
  201005 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Rebeca Sosa        
  RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR THE COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO ISSUE A NEW STEVEDORE LICENSE TO EVANGELIA MONOCANDILOS IN ACCORDANCE WITH CHAPTER 28A, SECTION 28A-6 OF THE CODE OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA(Port of Miami) Adopted
Resolution R-640-20
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Joe A. Martinez
Vote: 13 - 0
  6/10/2020 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Tourism and the Ports Committee  
8J2  
  201007 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Rebeca Sosa        
  RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR THE COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO ISSUE A NEW STEVEDORE LICENSE TO A. PLATON ALEXANDRAKIS, ESQ. IN ACCORDANCE WITH CHAPTER 28A, SECTION 28A-6 OF THE CODE OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA(Port of Miami) Adopted
Resolution R-641-20
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Joe A. Martinez
Vote: 13 - 0
  6/10/2020 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Tourism and the Ports Committee  
8K PUBLIC HOUSING & COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT  
8K1  
  200978 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Audrey M. Edmonson        
  RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR'S DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE A REVISED PURCHASE AND SALES AGREEMENT BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY AND WARD TOWERS ASSISTED LIVING ASSOCIATES, LTD., A FLORIDA LIMITED PARTNERSHIP, AND MDHA DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION, A FLORIDA NOT FOR PROFIT CORPORATION, IN THE AMOUNT OF $200,000.00, PLUS ALL CLOSING FEES AND COSTS IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $15,000.00, RELATED TO THE TRANSFER OF THE PUBLIC HOUSING DEVELOPMENT KNOWN AS WARD TOWERS ASSISTED LIVING FACILITY TO THE COUNTY, TO EXERCISE ALL PROVISIONS, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, TERMINATION AND AMENDMENT PROVISIONS, CONTAINED THEREIN, AND TO EXECUTE ALL RELATED DOCUMENTS IN ACCORDANCE WITH RESOLUTION NO. R-836-19(Public Housing and Community Development) Adopted
Resolution R-643-20
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Joe A. Martinez
Vote: 13 - 0
  6/8/2020 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Housing, Social Services & Economic Dev. Committee  
8K2  
  201114 Resolution     Eileen Higgins
Daniella Levine Cava
Jose "Pepe" Diaz
Audrey M. Edmonson
Sally A. Heyman
Barbara J. Jordan
Jean Monestime
Dennis C. Moss
       
  RESOLUTION DIRECTING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR THE COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO CREATE THE CORONAVIRUS DISEASE 2019 (COVID-19) EMERGENCY RENTAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (ERAP) FOR RENTAL ASSISTANCE GRANTS TO LOW- AND MODERATE INCOME PERSONS IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY THAT HAVE LOST INCOME AS A RESULT OF THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC; ALLOCATING $10 MILLION OF FUNDS THAT THE COUNTY HAS RECEIVED PURSUANT TO THE 2020 CORONAVIRUS AID, RELIEF, AND ECONOMIC SECURITY ACT (CARES ACT) FOR THE ERAP; AND AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE SUCH DOCUMENTS NECESSARY TO CARRY OUT THE PURPOSES OF THE ERAP AND THIS RESOLUTION(Public Housing and Community Development) Amended
  REPORT: (See Agenda Item 8K2 Amended, Legislative File No. 210125 )  
  6/16/2020 4 Day Rule Invoked by the Board of County Commissioners  
8K2 Amended  
  210125 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Eileen Higgins
Daniella Levine Cava
Jose "Pepe" Diaz
Audrey M. Edmonson
Sally A. Heyman
Barbara J. Jordan
Jean Monestime
Dennis C. Moss
       
  RESOLUTION DIRECTING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR THE COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO CREATE THE CORONAVIRUS DISEASE (COVID-19) EMERGENCY RENTAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (ERAP) FOR RENTAL ASSISTANCE GRANTS TO LOW AND MODERATE INCOME PERSONS IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY THAT HAVE LOST INCOME AS A RESULT OF THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC; ALLOCATING $10 MILLION OF FUNDS THAT THE COUNTY HAS RECEIVED PURSUANT TO THE 2020 CORONAVIRUS AID, RELIEF, AND ECONOMIC SECURITY ACT (CARES ACT) FOR THE ERAP, AND AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE SUCH DOCUMENTS NECESSARY TO CARRY OUT THE PURPOSES OF THE ERAP AND THIS RESOLUTION [SEE ORIGINAL ITEM UNDER FILE NO. 201114](Public Housing and Community Development) Adopted as amended
Resolution R-642-20
Mover: Eileen Higgins
Seconder: Sally A. Heyman
Vote: 10 - 0
Absent: Suarez , Cava , Moss
  REPORT: The foregoing proposed resolution was moved by Commissioner Higgins and seconded by Commissioner Heyman.

In response to Commissioner Martinez� questions regarding documentation to be provided by applicants for the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP) grants; and distribution of the ERAP funds, Mr. Michael Liu, Director, Public Housing and Community Development (PHCD), stated applicants would be required to provide evidence of income loss. He noted PHCD would ensure equal distribution of ERAP funds among the 13 Commission Districts.

Responding to Commissioner Martinez� further question regarding the funding source for the ERAP grants and the Residential Landlord Financial Assistance Program related to Agenda Item 11A23, Deputy Mayor Edward Marquez stated these programs would be funded from the Coronavirus Relief Fund (CRF).

Vice Chairwoman Sosa announced that a member of Miami-Dade Transit passed due to COVID-19, and expressed condolences on behalf of the Board of County Commissioners (Board) to the employee�s family members.

Commissioner Bovo requested assurance that property taxes would not be used to fund the ERAP, and directed questions to Mr. Liu regarding contracts involving illegal efficiencies, and whether applicants applying for rent relief must submit a financial disclosure.

Mr. Liu assured Commissioner Bovo that property taxes would not be used and noted General Funds could not be used unilaterally by the County Administration nor by any entity. He explained that landlords would be the direct recipients of the ERAP grants and would be required to complete W-9 forms, and applicants must submit income information for their family. Mr. Liu stated only individuals earning less than 80 percent of area median income (AMI) could apply, which represented $51,200.00 annually for one person and $73,000.00 annually for a family of four.

Commissioner Bovo offered, and Commissioner Higgins accepted, the following proposed amendment read into the record by Assistant County Attorney Shannon Summerset Williams.

Assistant County Attorney Summerset Williams advised the following sentence would be added at the end of Section 3 on page 7, �no General Fund revenues shall be used to fund the ERAP.�

Vice Chairwoman Sosa inquired whether the proposed resolution included assistance for homeowners who lost their jobs, and Mr. Liu responded that it was not included in this item but could be a topic for future discussion if the Board desired. He mentioned the State was considering a potential mortgage relief program from an allocation of $120 million.

Vice Chairwoman Sosa asked Assistant County Attorney Summerset to consider including assistance for homeowners who lost their jobs.

Commissioner Jordan requested to be shown as a cosponsor. She asked whether Commissioner Higgins would consider using 25 percent of the funds for individuals whose income was 40 percent of AMI and a salary of $36,000 for a family of four.

Following discussion between Commissioner Higgins and Mr. Liu regarding Commissioner Jordan�s suggestion, Commissioner Higgins stated she would amend the proposed resolution to limit the ERAP to families earning less than 50 percent or below of AMI.

Vice Chairwoman Sosa expressed concern regarding the proposed amendment limiting the ERAP to families earning less than 50 percent or below of AMI, noting there were families in her Commission District who may not be in this category.

Following further discussion among Commissioner Jordan, Commissioner Higgins and Mr. Liu regarding Vice Chairwoman Sosa�s concern, Commissioner Higgins withdrew her motion and concurred with Commissioner Jordan�s recommendation of a 75/25 percent split, provided the July 14, 2020 implementation date would not be impacted. She advised the proposed resolution would include families of up to 80 percent of AMI.

Chairwoman Edmonson resumed the Chair.

SPECIAL NOTE: The foregoing proposed resolution was adopted on Thursday, July 9, 2020.
 
8L REGULATORY AND ECONOMIC RESOURCES  
8L1  
  200974 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Eileen Higgins
Sally A. Heyman
       
  RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING HISTORIC PRESERVATION AD VALOREM TAX EXEMPTION FOR THE REHABILITATION OF 1200 OCEAN DRIVE, MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, PURSUANT TO SECTION 196.1997, FLORIDA STATUTES, AND SECTION 16A-18 OF THE CODE OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA; DIRECTING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE AND RECORD COVENANT; AND AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXERCISE PROVISIONS CONTAINED THEREIN(Regulatory and Economic Resources) Adopted
Resolution R-644-20
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Joe A. Martinez
Vote: 13 - 0
  6/9/2020 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Infrastructure & Capital Improvements Committee  
8L2  
  200792 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Dennis C. Moss
Daniella Levine Cava
       
  RESOLUTION ACCEPTING ''ASSIGNMENT OF OPTION TO PURCHASE'' APPROXIMATELY FIVE ACRES WITHIN THE ENVIRONMENTALLY ENDANGERED LANDS PROGRAM SOUTH DADE WETLANDS PROJECT WITH THE NATURE CONSERVANCY AS ASSIGNOR, MIAMI-DADE COUNTY AS ASSIGNEE, AND JUAN C. FONG AND ELIZABETH FONG AS SELLER, FOR A PURCHASE PRICE OF $26,000.00 TO BE FUNDED FROM BUILDING BETTER COMMUNITIES GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND PROGRAM FUNDS OR, ALTERNATIVELY, FROM THE ENVIRONMENTALLY ENDANGERED LANDS ACQUISITION TRUST FUND, WHICH ARE HEREBY AUTHORIZED; AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE THE ASSIGNMENT OF OPTION TO PURCHASE, TO EXERCISE ALL PROVISIONS CONTAINED THEREIN, TO PERFORM ALL ACTS NECESSARY TO EFFECTUATE THIS TRANSACTION, AND TO ACCEPT CONVEYANCE OF PROPERTY BY GENERAL WARRANTY DEED; AND DIRECTING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO RECORD SUCH DEED IN THE PUBLIC RECORDS AS REQUIRED BY RESOLUTION NO. R-974-09(Regulatory and Economic Resources) Adopted
Resolution R-645-20
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Joe A. Martinez
Vote: 13 - 0
  6/9/2020 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Infrastructure & Capital Improvements Committee  
8L3  
  200994 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Dennis C. Moss
Daniella Levine Cava
       
  RESOLUTION ACCEPTING �ASSIGNMENT OF OPTION TO PURCHASE� APPROXIMATELY 14.86 ACRES WITHIN THE ENVIRONMENTALLY ENDANGERED LANDS PROGRAM SOUTH DADE WETLANDS PROJECT WITH THE NATURE CONSERVANCY AS ASSIGNOR, MIAMI-DADE COUNTY AS ASSIGNEE, AND FRANK B. HALPERN AS SELLER, FOR A PURCHASE PRICE OF $76,000.00 TO BE FUNDED FROM BUILDING BETTER COMMUNITIES GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND PROGRAM FUNDS OR, ALTERNATIVELY, FROM THE ENVIRONMENTALLY ENDANGERED LANDS ACQUISITION TRUST FUND, WHICH ARE HEREBY AUTHORIZED; AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE THE ASSIGNMENT OF OPTION TO PURCHASE, TO EXERCISE ALL PROVISIONS CONTAINED THEREIN, TO PERFORM ALL ACTS NECESSARY TO EFFECTUATE THIS TRANSACTION, AND TO ACCEPT CONVEYANCE OF PROPERTY BY GENERAL WARRANTY DEED; AND DIRECTING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO RECORD SUCH DEED IN THE PUBLIC RECORDS AS REQUIRED BY RESOLUTION NO. R-974-09(Regulatory and Economic Resources) Adopted
Resolution R-646-20
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Joe A. Martinez
Vote: 13 - 0
  6/9/2020 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Infrastructure & Capital Improvements Committee  
8L4  
  200995 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Dennis C. Moss
Daniella Levine Cava
       
  RESOLUTION ACCEPTING �ASSIGNMENT OF OPTION TO PURCHASE� APPROXIMATELY FIFTEEN ACRES WITHIN THE ENVIRONMENTALLY ENDANGERED LANDS PROGRAM SOUTH DADE WETLANDS PROJECT WITH THE NATURE CONSERVANCY AS ASSIGNOR, MIAMI-DADE COUNTY AS ASSIGNEE, AND FRANK B. HALPERN AS SELLER, FOR A PURCHASE PRICE OF $77,000.00 TO BE FUNDED FROM BUILDING BETTER COMMUNITIES GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND PROGRAM FUNDS OR, ALTERNATIVELY, FROM THE ENVIRONMENTALLY ENDANGERED LANDS ACQUISITION TRUST FUND, WHICH ARE HEREBY AUTHORIZED; AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE THE ASSIGNMENT OF OPTION TO PURCHASE, TO EXERCISE ALL PROVISIONS CONTAINED THEREIN, TO PERFORM ALL ACTS NECESSARY TO EFFECTUATE THIS TRANSACTION, AND TO ACCEPT CONVEYANCE OF PROPERTY BY GENERAL WARRANTY DEED; AND DIRECTING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO RECORD SUCH DEED IN THE PUBLIC RECORDS AS REQUIRED BY RESOLUTION NO. R-974-09(Regulatory and Economic Resources) Adopted
Resolution R-647-20
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Joe A. Martinez
Vote: 13 - 0
  6/9/2020 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Infrastructure & Capital Improvements Committee  
8L5  
  200996 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Dennis C. Moss
Daniella Levine Cava
       
  RESOLUTION ACCEPTING �ASSIGNMENT OF OPTION TO PURCHASE� APPROXIMATELY 23.4 ACRES WITHIN THE ENVIRONMENTALLY ENDANGERED LANDS PROGRAM SOUTH DADE WETLANDS PROJECT WITH THE NATURE CONSERVANCY AS ASSIGNOR, MIAMI-DADE COUNTY AS ASSIGNEE, AND SCOTT AKAM AND SAU CHUN AKAM AS SELLER, FOR A PURCHASE PRICE OF $155,000.00 TO BE FUNDED FROM BUILDING BETTER COMMUNITIES GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND PROGRAM FUNDS OR, ALTERNATIVELY, FROM THE ENVIRONMENTALLY ENDANGERED LANDS ACQUISITION TRUST FUND, WHICH ARE HEREBY AUTHORIZED; AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE THE ASSIGNMENT OF OPTION TO PURCHASE, TO EXERCISE ALL PROVISIONS CONTAINED THEREIN, TO PERFORM ALL ACTS NECESSARY TO EFFECTUATE THIS TRANSACTION, AND TO ACCEPT CONVEYANCE OF PROPERTY BY GENERAL WARRANTY DEED; AND DIRECTING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO RECORD SUCH DEED IN THE PUBLIC RECORDS AS REQUIRED BY RESOLUTION NO. R-974-09(Regulatory and Economic Resources) Adopted
Resolution R-648-20
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Joe A. Martinez
Vote: 13 - 0
  6/9/2020 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Infrastructure & Capital Improvements Committee  
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  200997 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Dennis C. Moss
Daniella Levine Cava
       
  RESOLUTION ACCEPTING �ASSIGNMENT OF OPTION TO PURCHASE� APPROXIMATELY NINE ACRES WITHIN THE ENVIRONMENTALLY ENDANGERED LANDS PROGRAM SOUTH DADE WETLANDS PROJECT WITH THE NATURE CONSERVANCY AS ASSIGNOR, MIAMI-DADE COUNTY AS ASSIGNEE, AND TRUE HAVEN LLC AS SELLER, FOR A PURCHASE PRICE OF $70,000.00 TO BE FUNDED FROM BUILDING BETTER COMMUNITIES GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND PROGRAM FUNDS OR, ALTERNATIVELY, FROM THE ENVIRONMENTALLY ENDANGERED LANDS ACQUISITION TRUST FUND, WHICH ARE HEREBY AUTHORIZED; AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE THE ASSIGNMENT OF OPTION TO PURCHASE, TO EXERCISE ALL PROVISIONS CONTAINED THEREIN, TO PERFORM ALL ACTS NECESSARY TO EFFECTUATE THIS TRANSACTION, AND TO ACCEPT CONVEYANCE OF PROPERTY BY GENERAL WARRANTY DEED; AND DIRECTING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO RECORD SUCH DEED IN THE PUBLIC RECORDS AS REQUIRED BY RESOLUTION NO. R-974-09(Regulatory and Economic Resources) Adopted
Resolution R-649-20
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Joe A. Martinez
Vote: 13 - 0
  6/9/2020 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Infrastructure & Capital Improvements Committee  
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  200998 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Dennis C. Moss
Daniella Levine Cava
       
  RESOLUTION ACCEPTING �ASSIGNMENT OF OPTION TO PURCHASE� APPROXIMATELY FIVE ACRES WITHIN THE ENVIRONMENTALLY ENDANGERED LANDS PROGRAM SOUTH DADE WETLANDS PROJECT WITH THE NATURE CONSERVANCY AS ASSIGNOR, MIAMI-DADE COUNTY AS ASSIGNEE, AND MARIO A. SALAZAR AND MARIA A. TORRES AS SELLER, FOR A PURCHASE PRICE OF $26,000.00 TO BE FUNDED FROM BUILDING BETTER COMMUNITIES GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND PROGRAM FUNDS OR, ALTERNATIVELY, FROM THE ENVIRONMENTALLY ENDANGERED LANDS ACQUISITION TRUST FUND, WHICH ARE HEREBY AUTHORIZED; AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE THE ASSIGNMENT OF OPTION TO PURCHASE, TO EXERCISE ALL PROVISIONS CONTAINED THEREIN, TO PERFORM ALL ACTS NECESSARY TO EFFECTUATE THIS TRANSACTION, AND TO ACCEPT CONVEYANCE OF PROPERTY BY GENERAL WARRANTY DEED; AND DIRECTING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO RECORD SUCH DEED IN THE PUBLIC RECORDS AS REQUIRED BY RESOLUTION NO. R-974-09(Regulatory and Economic Resources) Adopted
Resolution R-650-20
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Joe A. Martinez
Vote: 13 - 0
  6/9/2020 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Infrastructure & Capital Improvements Committee  
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  200999 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Dennis C. Moss
Daniella Levine Cava
       
  RESOLUTION ACCEPTING �ASSIGNMENT OF OPTION TO PURCHASE� APPROXIMATELY TEN ACRES WITHIN THE ENVIRONMENTALLY ENDANGERED LANDS PROGRAM SOUTH DADE WETLANDS PROJECT WITH THE NATURE CONSERVANCY AS ASSIGNOR, MIAMI-DADE COUNTY AS ASSIGNEE, AND OSCAR BEJARANO COTO, OLGA MARTA SOLANO SOTO, SERGIO KELLERMAN DACHNER AND IRENE KELLERMAN DACHNER AS SELLER, FOR A PURCHASE PRICE OF $52,000.00 TO BE FUNDED FROM BUILDING BETTER COMMUNITIES GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND PROGRAM FUNDS OR, ALTERNATIVELY, FROM THE ENVIRONMENTALLY ENDANGERED LANDS ACQUISITION TRUST FUND, WHICH ARE HEREBY AUTHORIZED; AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE THE ASSIGNMENT OF OPTION TO PURCHASE, TO EXERCISE ALL PROVISIONS CONTAINED THEREIN, TO PERFORM ALL ACTS NECESSARY TO EFFECTUATE THIS TRANSACTION, AND TO ACCEPT CONVEYANCE OF PROPERTY BY GENERAL WARRANTY DEED; AND DIRECTING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO RECORD SUCH DEED IN THE PUBLIC RECORDS AS REQUIRED BY RESOLUTION NO. R-974-09(Regulatory and Economic Resources) Adopted
Resolution R-651-20
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Joe A. Martinez
Vote: 13 - 0
  6/9/2020 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Infrastructure & Capital Improvements Committee  
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  200976 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy     
  RESOLUTION APPROVING A GRANT AGREEMENT BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY AND THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE WHEREBY THE COUNTY WILL PAY UP TO $548,625.00 FOR A BIOLOGICAL CONTROL PROJECT FOR BRAZILIAN PEPPER TREES; AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR THE COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE THE AGREEMENT; AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE AMENDMENTS FOR EXTENSIONS OF TIME, PROVIDED THAT NO ADDITIONAL FUNDS ARE REQUIRED; AND AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXERCISE ALL RIGHTS CONTAINED THEREIN(Regulatory and Economic Resources) Adopted
Resolution R-652-20
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Joe A. Martinez
Vote: 13 - 0
  6/11/2020 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Health Care and County Operations Committee  
8L10  
  201010 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy     
  RESOLUTION APPROVING THE NON-EXCLUSIVE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH TETRA TECH, INC., A CONSULTING AND ENGINEERING SERVICES FIRM, IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $300,000.00 TO PROVIDE ENVIRONMENTAL RELATED SERVICES FOR THE EVALUATION AND DEVELOPMENT OF LOCAL LIMITS IN SECTION 24-42.4 OF THE CODE OF MIAMI DADE COUNTY, PROJECT NO. E17-RER-01; AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE THE AGREEMENT; AND AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE THE ONE-YEAR RENEWAL OPTION AND TO EXERCISE ALL OTHER PROVISIONS CONTAINED THEREIN(Regulatory and Economic Resources) Adopted
Resolution R-653-20
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Joe A. Martinez
Vote: 13 - 0
  6/11/2020 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Health Care and County Operations Committee  
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  200975 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Sally A. Heyman        
  RESOLUTION APPROVING TELEVISION, FILM AND ENTERTAINMENT PRODUCTION INCENTIVES PROGRAM GRANT AGREEMENT BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY AND RED TABLE TALK PRODUCTIONS, INC. FOR A DIGITAL TELEVISION SERIES FOR ''RED TABLE TALK � THE ESTEFANS'' IN THE AMOUNT OF $50,000.00; AND AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE SAME AND EXERCISE THE RIGHTS AND PROVISIONS THEREIN, INCLUDING TERMINATION(Regulatory and Economic Resources) Adopted
Resolution R-654-20
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Joe A. Martinez
Vote: 13 - 0
  6/11/2020 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs Committee  
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  201268 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Dennis C. Moss        
  RESOLUTION DECLARING AS SURPLUS 76.862 ACRES OF VACANT COUNTY-OWNED LAND IDENTIFIED BY FOLIO NUMBERS 30-6935-000-0400 AND 30-6935-000-0061 AND LOCATED AT 13200 SW 272 STREET, MIAMI, FL 33032 (�PROPERTY�); APPROVING THE SALE OF THE PROPERTY TO AMAZON.COM SERVICES, LLC, A DELAWARE LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, IN ORDER TO CONSTRUCT AND OPERATE A DISTRIBUTION BUILDING OF NO LESS THAN 1,000,000 SQUARE FEET AS AN ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CONVEYANCE PURSUANT TO SECTION 125.045, FLORIDA STATUTES, FOR THE APPRAISED MARKET VALUE OF $22,056,853.00; AUTHORIZING COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT FOR SALE AND PURCHASE AND, SUBJECT TO SATISFACTION OF CERTAIN CONDITIONS PRECEDENT, A DECLARATION OF RESTRICTIONS, TO EXERCISE ALL PROVISIONS CONTAINED THEREIN, TO COMPLETE ALL ACTS NECESSARY TO EFFECTUATE SUCH TRANSACTION; AUTHORIZING THE CHAIRPERSON OR VICE-CHAIRPERSON OF THIS BOARD TO EXECUTE COUNTY DEED; AND DIRECTING COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO DEPOSIT 25 PERCENT OF THE SALE PROCEEDS INTO THE AFFORDABLE HOUSING TRUST FUND AND 75 PERCENT INTO THE HOMESTEAD AIR RESERVE BASE TRUST FUND(Regulatory and Economic Resources) Adopted
Resolution R-655-20
Mover: Dennis C. Moss
Seconder: Audrey M. Edmonson
Vote: 13 - 0
  REPORT: Commissioner Moss provided an overview of the foregoing proposed resolution and commented on the positive impact this proposal would have on areas within Naranja, Homestead Air Reserve Base (HARB), South Dade and the entire county. He stated the County would receive $22 million, of which approximately $5.5 million would be allocated to the Affordable Housing Trust Fund, and the remainder to the HARB Trust Fund. Commissioner Moss explained that a logistic hub would be created in the area with FedEx, Amazon and the Steel Mill along with other forthcoming companies. He thanked Mr. Leland Salomon; the Department of Regulatory and Economic Resources; the Department of Planning and Zoning; the County Attorney�s Office and the Beacon Council for their efforts regarding this proposal.

Commissioner Moss announced an agreement was reached with representatives from Miami Wilds regarding the proposed water theme park retail and hotel at Zoo Miami. He said he would be bringing an item to the Board of County Commissioners (Board) and asked that it be waived from Committee review and considered at the July 21, 2020 Board meeting. Commissioner Moss thanked the Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces Department Director and staff; the County Attorney�s Office; and Mr. Paul Lambert, Miami Wilds.

Chairwoman Edmonson asked County Attorney Abigail Price-Williams to ensure Commissioner Moss� proposed item would be waived from the Parks, Recreational and Cultural Affairs Committee.

There being no further discussion, the Board proceeded to vote on the foregoing proposed resolution, as presented.
 
8M SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT  
8M1  
  201003 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Daniella Levine Cava        
  RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A RESEARCH SERVICE AGREEMENT BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY AND THE UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA IN THE AMOUNT OF $149,663.00 TO STUDY THE WASTE DISPOSED OF IN THE COUNTY AND THE COST AND MARKET POTENTIAL FOR YARD TRASH WASTE MANAGEMENT PRACTICES(Solid Waste Management Department) Adopted
Resolution R-656-20
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Joe A. Martinez
Vote: 13 - 0
  6/11/2020 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Health Care and County Operations Committee  
8N TRANSPORTATION AND PUBLIC WORKS  
8N1  
  200990 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Daniella Levine Cava        
  RESOLUTION ACCEPTING A GRANT FROM THE KNIGHT FOUNDATION IN THE AMOUNT OF $780,000.00 TO CONDUCT AUTONOMOUS VEHICLE DEMONSTRATIONS AND EXPLORE ALTERNATIVE MOBILITY SOLUTIONS; AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR'S DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE THE GRANT-CONTINGENT AGREEMENTS WITH THE KNIGHT FOUNDATION AND THE MIAMI FOUNDATION FOR THE REQUIRED ADMINISTRATION OF SAID GRANT; AND WAIVING REQUIREMENTS OF RESOLUTION NO. R-130-06(Transportation and Public Works) Adopted
Resolution R-657-20
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Joe A. Martinez
Vote: 13 - 0
  6/10/2020 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Transportation and Finance Committee  
8N2  
  200986 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Xavier L. Suarez        
  RESOLUTION APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE INTERLOCAL AGENCY AND LICENSE AGREEMENT BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY AND THE CITY OF CORAL GABLES FOR THE USE OF A PORTION OF THE METRORAIL CORRIDOR LOCATED BETWEEN CORAL GABLES FIRE STATION NO. 2 AND PONCE DE LEON BOULEVARD, RIVIERA AVENUE AND ROSARO AVENUE, FOR IMPROVEMENTS TO FIRE STATION NO. 2, ALLOWING FOR THE RELOCATION OF THE LICENSE AREA FOR CONSTRUCTION OF DRIVEWAYS AND AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE THE AGREEMENT AND TO EXERCISE ALL OTHER RIGHTS CONFERRED THEREIN(Transportation and Public Works) Adopted
Resolution R-658-20
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Joe A. Martinez
Vote: 13 - 0
  6/10/2020 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Transportation and Finance Committee  
8N3  
  201004 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Jean Monestime        
  RESOLUTION DECLARING SURPLUS COUNTY-OWNED RIGHTS-OF-WAY LOCATED ALONG NW 6 COURT FROM NW 147 STREET TO NW 150 STREET, AND SOUTH BISCAYNE RIVER DRIVE BETWEEN I-95 AND NW 7 AVENUE KNOWN AS PARCEL 118 PART I AND PART II; AUTHORIZING THE CONVEYANCES OF SAME TO THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 125.38, FLORIDA STATUTES, FOR NO MONETARY CONSIDERATION, FOR IMPROVEMENTS ALONG SUCH ROAD; AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO TAKE ALL ACTIONS NECESSARY TO ACCOMPLISH THE CONVEYANCES OF SAID PROPERTIES; AND AUTHORIZING THE CHAIRPERSON OR VICE CHAIRPERSON OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS TO EXECUTE A COUNTY DEED FOR SUCH PURPOSES(Transportation and Public Works) Adopted
Resolution R-659-20
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Joe A. Martinez
Vote: 13 - 0
  6/9/2020 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Infrastructure & Capital Improvements Committee  
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  200992 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Infrastructure & Capital Improvements Committee        
  RESOLUTION ACCEPTING CONVEYANCES OF VARIOUS PROPERTY INTERESTS FOR ROAD PURPOSES TO MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA(Transportation and Public Works) Adopted
Resolution R-660-20
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Joe A. Martinez
Vote: 13 - 0
  6/9/2020 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Infrastructure & Capital Improvements Committee  
8N5  
  200991 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy     
  RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE APPROVAL OF A CONSTRUCTION AGREEMENT BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY AND CSX TRANSPORTATION, INC. FOR THE REPLACEMENT OF THE RAILROAD CROSSING SURFACE AT NORTH WATERWAY DRIVE IN THE VICINITY OF SW 72 AVENUE(Transportation and Public Works) Adopted
Resolution R-661-20
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Joe A. Martinez
Vote: 13 - 0
  6/9/2020 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Infrastructure & Capital Improvements Committee  
8N6  
  200981 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy     
  RESOLUTION APPROVING A JOINT PARTICIPATION AGREEMENT BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY AND THE CITY OF NORTH MIAMI BEACH TO PROVIDE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY WITH FUNDING IN AN AMOUNT UP TO $55,000.00 FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A ROADWAY RESURFACING PROJECT ALONG NE 21 AVENUE FROM NE 185 TERRACE TO NE 191 DRIVE WITHIN THE CITY OF NORTH MIAMI BEACH; AND AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE THE SAME AND EXERCISE THE PROVISIONS CONTAINED THEREIN(Transportation and Public Works) Adopted
Resolution R-662-20
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Joe A. Martinez
Vote: 13 - 0
  6/9/2020 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Infrastructure & Capital Improvements Committee  
8N7  
  200982 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy     
  RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE CHANGE ORDER NO. 1 BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY AND DOUGLAS N. HIGGINS, INC. FOR THE PROJECT ENTITLED BRIDGE REPLACEMENT AT NORTH MIAMI AVENUE OVER THE LITTLE RIVER CANAL (BRIDGE NO. 874127), EXTENDING THE CONTRACT DURATION BY 292 NON-COMPENSABLE CALENDAR DAYS(Transportation and Public Works) Adopted
Resolution R-663-20
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Joe A. Martinez
Vote: 13 - 0
  6/9/2020 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Infrastructure & Capital Improvements Committee  
8O WATER & SEWER DEPARTMENT  
8O1  
  201098 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy     
  RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING DESIGNATED PURCHASE PURSUANT TO SECTION 2-8.1(B)(3) OF THE COUNTY CODE BY A TWO-THIRDS VOTE OF THE BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT; AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE A CAPACITY ALLOCATION AGREEMENT WITH PALM BEACH AGGREGATES, LLC FOR THE CAPACITY ALLOCATION OF FIFTEEN MILLION GALLONS OF WATER PER DAY FROM PHASE 1 OF THE C-51 RESERVOIR AT A COST OF $4.60 PER GALLON FOR AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $69,000,000; AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO PARTICIPATE IN AND CO-OWN THE C-51 NFP AND TO MAKE YEARLY ADMINISTRATIVE, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE COSTS ESTIMATED AT $548,265.00; AND AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXERCISE THE PROVISIONS CONTAINED IN THE CAPACITY ALLOCATION AGREEMENT(Water & Sewer Department) Adopted
Resolution R-664-20
Mover: Jose "Pepe" Diaz
Seconder: Audrey M. Edmonson
Vote: 11 - 1
No: Cava
Absent: Moss
  REPORT: Commissioner Levine Cava spoke in opposition to the foregoing proposed resolution, noting this would be costly for water that was not currently needed in Miami-Dade County and there was no clear method of transporting it to Miami-Dade. She expressed dissatisfaction with the recommendation and rationale and indicated she would vote �no.�

There being no further questions or comments, the Board proceeded to vote on the foregoing proposed resolution as presented.

SPECIAL NOTE: The foregoing proposed resolution was adopted on Thursday, July 9, 2020.
 
  6/11/2020 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Health Care and County Operations Committee  
9 ADDITIONAL DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS  
9A1  
  200984 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Dennis C. Moss        
  RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR THE COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE THE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE ELEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OF FLORIDA, ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE OF THE COURTS THROUGH THE VETERANS TREATMENT COURT (VTC) AND MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, THROUGH THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY COMMUNITY ACTION AND HUMAN SERVICES DEPARTMENT DIVERSION AND TREATMENT PROGRAM AND TO EXERCISE ALL PROVISIONS CONTAINED THEREIN; AND AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR THE COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO RECEIVE AND EXPEND REIMBURSEMENT OF APPROVED COSTS, NOT TO EXCEED $15,000.00, FROM THE GENERAL REVENUE FUND APPROPRIATED BY THE FLORIDA LEGISLATURE FOR THE VTC(Community Action and Human Services) Adopted
Resolution R-665-20
Mover: Jose "Pepe" Diaz
Seconder: Joe A. Martinez
Vote: 10 - 0
Absent: Suarez , Cava , Moss
  REPORT: The foregoing proposed resolution was moved by Commissioner Diaz and seconded by Commissioner Martinez.

Commissioner Diaz commented on his involvement with the Veterans Treatment Court and the importance of the proposed agreement. He noted he wanted to be co-prime sponsor of the foregoing proposed resolution; however, Commissioner Moss, sponsor was not present.

SPECIAL NOTE: The foregoing proposed resolution was adopted on Thursday, July 9, 2020.
 
  6/9/2020 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Public Safety and Rehabilitation Committee  
10 AUTHORITIES, BOARDS, COUNCILS AND TRUSTS  
11 COUNTY COMMISSION  
11A RESOLUTIONS  
11A1  
  201060 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Esteban L. Bovo, Jr.        
  RESOLUTION ENCOURAGING TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURES AND REROUTING OF TRAFFIC TO FACILITATE SOCIAL DISTANCING IN RESPONSE TO THE CORONAVIRUS DISEASE 2019 (�COVID-19�) PANDEMIC; URGING GOVERNMENTAL ENTITIES TO CONSIDER IMPLEMENTATION OF SUCH TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURES SUBJECT TO APPLICABLE PERMITTING; AND DIRECTING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO REVIEW AND PROCESS ON A PRIORITIZED AND EXPEDITED BASIS ALL SUCH PERMIT REQUESTS FOR COUNTY OR MUNICIPAL ROADS Adopted
Resolution R-666-20
Mover: Esteban L. Bovo, Jr.
Seconder: Sally A. Heyman
Vote: 12 - 1
No: Jordan
  REPORT: Commissioner Jordan released the foregoing proposed resolution from the day�s Pull List.

There being no questions or comments, the Board proceeded to vote on the foregoing proposed resolution, as presented.
 
  6/9/2020 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Infrastructure & Capital Improvements Committee  
11A2  
  201093 Resolution     Esteban L. Bovo, Jr.
Audrey M. Edmonson
Sally A. Heyman
Eileen Higgins
Barbara J. Jordan
Jean Monestime
Dennis C. Moss
Sen. Javier D. Souto
       
  RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING COUNTY POLICY PROHIBITING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE FROM HIRING ANY SWORN OFFICER WHO HAS BEEN THE SUBJECT OF A SUSTAINED FINDING OR ADJUDICATION OF UNAUTHORIZED OR IMPROPER FORCE AS A RESULT OF ACTION TAKEN WHILE SERVING AS A SWORN POLICE OFFICER; AND URGING THE UNITED STATES CONGRESS AND THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT TO ESTABLISH A NATIONAL DATABASE OF CURRENT AND FORMER SWORN OFFICERS WHO HAVE BEEN THE SUBJECT OF A SUSTAINED FINDING OR ADJUDICATION OF UNAUTHORIZED OR IMPROPER FORCE Withdrawn
  REPORT: (See Agenda Item 11A2 Substitute; Legislative File No. 201289)  
  6/9/2020 Per Ord 20-38, item placed by BCC Chair without committee review and not subject to 4-day rule by the Board of County Commissioners  
  6/16/2020 Deferred by the Board of County Commissioners  
11A2 SUBSTITUTE  
  201289 Resolution     Esteban L. Bovo, Jr.
Audrey M. Edmonson
Sally A. Heyman
Eileen Higgins
Barbara J. Jordan
Jean Monestime
Dennis C. Moss
Rebeca Sosa
Sen. Javier D. Souto
       
  RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING COUNTY POLICY PROHIBITING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE FROM HIRING ANY SWORN OFFICER WHO HAS BEEN THE SUBJECT OF A SUSTAINED FINDING OR ADJUDICATION OF UNAUTHORIZED OR IMPROPER FORCE AS A RESULT OF ACTION TAKEN WHILE SERVING AS A SWORN OFFICER; AND URGING THE UNITED STATES CONGRESS AND THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT TO ESTABLISH A NATIONAL DATABASE OF CURRENT AND FORMER SWORN OFFICERS WHO HAVE BEEN THE SUBJECT OF A SUSTAINED FINDING OR ADJUDICATION OF UNAUTHORIZED OR IMPROPER FORCE [SEE ORIGINAL ITEM UNDER FILE NO. 201093] Amended
  REPORT: (See Agenda Item 11A2 Substitute Amended, Legislative File No. 202179)  
11A2 SUB AMENDED  
  202179 Resolution     Esteban L. Bovo, Jr.
Audrey M. Edmonson
Sally A. Heyman
Eileen Higgins
Barbara J. Jordan
Jean Monestime
Dennis C. Moss
Rebeca Sosa
Sen. Javier D. Souto
       
  RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING COUNTY POLICY PROHIBITING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE FROM HIRING ANY SWORN OFFICER WHO HAS BEEN THE SUBJECT OF A SUSTAINED FINDING OR ADJUDICATION OF UNAUTHORIZED OR IMPROPER FORCE, SEXUAL HARASSMENT, SEXUAL MISCONDUCT, OR THEFT AS A RESULT OF ACTION TAKEN WHILE SERVING AS A SWORN OFFICER; AND URGING THE UNITED STATES CONGRESS AND THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT TO ESTABLISH A NATIONAL DATABASE OF CURRENT AND FORMER SWORN OFFICERS WHO HAVE BEEN THE SUBJECT OF A SUSTAINED FINDING OR ADJUDICATION OF UNAUTHORIZED OR IMPROPER FORCE Adopted as amended
Resolution R-667-20
Mover: Esteban L. Bovo, Jr.
Seconder: Sally A. Heyman
Vote: 11 - 0
Absent: Suarez , Cava
  REPORT: The foregoing proposed resolution was moved by Commissioner Bovo and seconded by Commissioner Heyman.

Commissioner Jordan offered a friendly amendment to provide that the proposed resolution would relate to any officer that has been terminated for any other crime, such as, but not limited to theft. She voiced concern regarding officers who were terminated from the County and from the City of Miami Gardens and were hired somewhere else.

Commissioner Bovo clarified the proposed resolution only applied to Miami-Dade Police Department; not municipalities police departments.

Assistant County Attorney Anita Viciana advised the proposed resolution pertained to the Miami-Dade Police Department (MDPD) and the Miami-Dade Corrections and Rehabilitation Department (MDCRD). She further advised the proposed legislation restricted the MDPD and the MDCRD�s ability to hire sworn officers who had the sustained findings or the adjudications of guilt regarding force or violence.

Commissioner Bovo accepted Commissioner Jordan�s proposed friendly amendment.

Assistant County Attorney Viciana asked whether Commissioner Jordan�s amendment would involve any officer convicted of any crime in Section 2A of the proposed resolution, and Commissioner Jordan replied she was concerned there may not have been a conviction.

Chief Ariel Artime, MDPD, stated he had no problem with codifying Commissioner Jordan�s proposed language as it was part of their existing protocols. He noted MDPD currently disqualified applicants for sustained violations related to sexual misconduct or force violations.

In response to Commissioner Bovo�s concern that officer(s) may be dismissed immediately based on an unfounded accusation, Chief Artime stated officers with an open internal affairs allegation with another agency would be disqualified from being hired.

Discussion ensued among the Board members on the foregoing proposed resolution.

In response to Commissioner Sosa�s inquiry whether similar screening was conducted for all Miami-Dade County departments, Ms. Arleene Cuellar, Human Services Director, stated the County conducted background screenings on all employees; however, background information could not be used to prevent an employee from obtaining employment unless there was a conviction.

Commissioner Sosa asked to be further educated on this issue.

Ms. Cuellar opined the Parks and Recreation Department conducted renewed screenings every two years.

Commissioner Bovo stated different rules existed for general employees that did not apply to the police department, and he reminded the Board of an ordinance which was adopted in 2015 eliminating questions regarding criminal history on County employment applications.

Commissioner Levine Cava stated civilian panels in Washington, D.C., Detroit and New York had the power to serve as the final appellate authority for officer misconduct and discipline. She noted while she commended and recognized Commissioner Bovo�s proposal as a first step, it was inconsistent with the legislation related to the Independent Review Panel and was in contradiction with the potential Charter Reform item. Commissioner Levine Cava indicated she would vote in support of the proposed resolution but withdrew her co-sponsorship. She expressed her hope that in the future this could be expanded to provide proper consideration to citizen-driven efforts.

The foregoing proposed resolution was adopted, as amended, to expand Section 2 to include that it would be adjudications of guilt or a factual finding or disposition regarding sustaining a complaint or allegation regarding what was currently in the item, as well as any sexual harassment, sexual misconduct or theft.

There being no further discussion, the Board proceeded to vote on the foregoing proposed resolution, as amended.

SPECIAL NOTE: The foregoing proposed resolution was adopted on Thursday, July 9, 2020.
 
11A3  
  201100 Resolution     Daniella Levine Cava        
  RESOLUTION DIRECTING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR THE COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO COLLABORATE WITH LEGAL SERVICES OF GREATER MIAMI, INC. TO DEVELOP A TENANTS� RIGHTS AND EDUCATION PROGRAM THAT FOCUSES ON THE STEPS THAT TENANTS CAN TAKE TO ENFORCE THEIR RIGHTS WHEN THEIR LANDLORDS ENGAGE IN CONSTRUCTIVE EVICTIONS, SUCH AS ILLEGAL LOCKOUTS AND UTILITY SHUTOFFS; TO IDENTIFY FUNDING FOR SUCH PROGRAM, IF NEEDED; AND TO PROVIDE A REPORT Amended
  REPORT: (See Agenda Item 11A3 Amended; Legislative File No. 201516)  
  6/8/2020 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Housing, Social Services & Economic Dev. Committee  
11A3 Amended  
  201516 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Daniella Levine Cava        
  RESOLUTION DIRECTING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR THE COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO COLLABORATE WITH LEGAL SERVICES OF GREATER MIAMI, INC. TO DEVELOP A TENANTS AND LANDLORDS RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS EDUCATION PROGRAM THAT FOCUSES ON THE STEPS THAT TENANTS CAN TAKE TO ENFORCE THEIR RIGHTS WHEN THEIR LANDLORDS ENGAGE IN CONSTRUCTIVE EVICTIONS, SUCH AS ILLEGAL LOCKOUTS AND UTILITY SHUTOFFS; TO IDENTIFY FUNDING FOR SUCH PROGRAM, IF NEEDED; AND TO PROVIDE A REPORT [SEE ORIGINAL ITEM UNDER FILE NO. 201100] Adopted as amended
Resolution R-668-20
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Audrey M. Edmonson
Vote: 10 - 0
Absent: Suarez , Cava , Moss
  REPORT: The foregoing proposed resolution was moved by Commissioner Higgins and seconded by Commissioner Heyman for discussion.

Commissioner Sosa stated she was willing to support the foregoing proposed resolution if Legal Services of Greater Miami provided guidance to tenants and landlords.

Assistant County Attorney Terrence Smith advised he received a text that Commissioner Levine Cava was willing to allow for an amendment to her item. He further advised of written confirmation by Legal Services to develop a tenants� rights and education program.

Chairwoman Edmonson concurred with Commissioner Sosa�s comments.

The foregoing proposed resolution was adopted as amended to direct the County Mayor or the County Mayor�s designee to collaborate with Legal Services of Greater Miami, Inc. to develop a tenants and landlords rights and obligation education program.

SPECIAL NOTE: The foregoing proposed resolution was adopted on Thursday, July 9, 2020.
 
11A4  
  200965 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Audrey M. Edmonson        
  RESOLUTION APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR THE COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE A MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE COUNTY AND ANNIE COLEMAN RESIDENT COUNCIL, INC. IN ACCORDANCE WITH 24 CODE OF FEDERAL REGULATIONS PART 964; AND AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR THE COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXERCISE ALL PROVISIONS CONTAINED THEREIN Adopted
Resolution R-669-20
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Joe A. Martinez
Vote: 13 - 0
  6/8/2020 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Housing, Social Services & Economic Dev. Committee  
11A5  
  201006 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Joe A. Martinez
Jose "Pepe" Diaz
Eileen Higgins
       
  RESOLUTION DIRECTING THE COUNTY MAYOR TO PREPARE AN IMPLEMENTING ORDER TO ESTABLISH AND IMPLEMENT A STANDARDIZED PROCEDURE, INCLUDING INCREASED MEASURES, TO COLLECT DAMAGES OR RESTITUTION FROM PERSONS OR COMPANIES RESPONSIBLE FOR DAMAGING COUNTY-OWNED PROPERTY IN COUNTY RIGHTS-OF-WAY AND TO PRESENT SUCH IMPLEMENTING ORDER TO THIS BOARD FOR ITS APPROVAL; FURTHER DIRECTING THE COUNTY MAYOR TO REPORT TO THE BOARD ON A SEMI-ANNUAL BASIS REGARDING COLLECTIONS BY PLACING SUCH REPORTS ON AN AGENDA PURSUANT TO ORDINANCE NO. 14-65 Adopted
Resolution R-670-20
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Joe A. Martinez
Vote: 13 - 0
  6/9/2020 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Infrastructure & Capital Improvements Committee  
11A6  
  201061 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Joe A. Martinez        
  RESOLUTION DIRECTING THE COUNTY MAYOR TO APPLY ONE MONTH�S SECURITY DEPOSIT FEE TO THE PERMIT FEES DUE FOR THE LAST MONTH OF A BERTH PERMIT AT COUNTY MARINAS FOR BERTH PERMITTEES AS A RESULT OF CORONAVIRUS DISEASE 2019 (COVID-19) Adopted
Resolution R-671-20
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Joe A. Martinez
Vote: 13 - 0
  6/11/2020 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs Committee  
11A7  
  201174 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Joe A. Martinez        
  RESOLUTION DIRECTING THE COUNTY MAYOR, SUBJECT TO APPLICABLE LAWS AND REGULATIONS, TO AMEND THE SECTION 8 ADMINISTRATIVE PLAN FOR MIAMI-DADE PUBLIC HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT TO ENSURE THAT APPLICANTS ON THE CURRENT TENANT-BASED WAITING LIST DO NOT LOSE THEIR CURRENT RANKING ON SUCH WAITING LIST OR HAVE TO REAPPLY FOR HOUSING ASSISTANCE; TO SEEK BOARD APPROVAL PRIOR TO OPENING AND/OR DISSOLVING THE WAITING LIST; TO PRESENT THE AMENDED ADMINISTRATIVE PLAN TO THE BOARD FOR ITS APPROVAL AFTER RECEIVING PUBLIC COMMENT; AND TO OPEN THE TENANT-BASED WAITING LIST TO RECEIVE ADDITIONAL APPLICATIONS AS SET FORTH HEREIN [SEE ORIGINAL ITEM UNDER FILE NO. 201062] Adopted
Resolution R-672-20
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Joe A. Martinez
Vote: 13 - 0
  6/8/2020 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation as amended by the Housing, Social Services & Economic Dev. Committee  
11A8  
  200939 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Rebeca Sosa
Esteban L. Bovo, Jr.
Daniella Levine Cava
Jose "Pepe" Diaz
Audrey M. Edmonson
Sally A. Heyman
Barbara J. Jordan
Joe A. Martinez
Jean Monestime
       
  RESOLUTION DIRECTING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR'S DESIGNEE TO FULFILL THE REQUIREMENTS OF RESOLUTION NO. R-1117-15, REQUIRING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR'S DESIGNEE TO COLLABORATE WITH SCHOOLS TO DEVELOP A DOMESTIC VIOLENCE EDUCATION PROGRAM AND REQUIRING A REPORT Adopted
Resolution R-673-20
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Joe A. Martinez
Vote: 13 - 0
  6/9/2020 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Public Safety and Rehabilitation Committee  
11A9  
  200937 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Sen. Javier D. Souto        
  RESOLUTION DIRECTING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR THE COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO HOST A ''DAY OF SOLITUDE'' AT TROPICAL PARK Adopted
Resolution R-674-20
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Joe A. Martinez
Vote: 13 - 0
  6/11/2020 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs Committee  
11A10  
  201031 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Sen. Javier D. Souto        
  RESOLUTION DIRECTING THE PARKS RECREATION AND OPEN SPACES DEPARTMENT TO CONDUCT REGULAR INSPECTIONS, INCLUDING PRE-HURRICANE SEASON INSPECTIONS, OF COUNTY PARKS, REMOVE ANY MATERIALS THAT COULD CAUSE DAMAGE/HARM DURING A STORM, INCLUDING EQUIPMENT AND DANGEROUS ELECTRICAL MATERIALS, DISCOVERED DURING SUCH INSPECTIONS THAT COULD CAUSE DAMAGE/HARM DURING A STORM AND REMOVE ANY TRASH AND DEBRIS DISCOVERED DURING SUCH INSPECTIONS Adopted
Resolution R-675-20
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Joe A. Martinez
Vote: 13 - 0
  6/11/2020 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs Committee  
11A11  
  201024 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Sen. Javier D. Souto        
  RESOLUTION DIRECTING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO ESTABLISH A FARMERS� MARKET AT TROPICAL PARK FOR LOCAL FARMERS AT NO CHARGE Adopted
Resolution R-676-20
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Joe A. Martinez
Vote: 13 - 0
  6/11/2020 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs Committee  
11A12  
  201144 Resolution     Barbara J. Jordan
Daniella Levine Cava
       
  RESOLUTION DIRECTING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO (1) NEGOTIATE WITH THE APPROPRIATE COLLECTIVE BARGAINING UNITS FOR A TEMPORARY HAZARDOUS DUTY PAY SUPPLEMENT FOR COUNTY BUS OPERATORS DURING THE CORONAVIRUS DISEASE 2019 (COVID-19) PANDEMIC, IF FISCALLY POSSIBLE WITHIN LEGALLY AVAILABLE MEANS; (2) IDENTIFY LEGALLY AVAILABLE FUNDS IN THE FISCAL YEAR 2019-2020 COUNTY BUDGET AND FROM OTHER AVAILABLE SOURCES TO BE USED TO FUND THE TEMPORARY HAZARDOUS DUTY PAY SUPPLEMENT; (3) INCLUDE A PLAN FOR FUNDING THE CONTINUATION OR REINSTATEMENT OF THE HAZARDOUS DUTY PAY SUPPLEMENT IN THE FISCAL YEAR 2020-2021 BUDGET; AND (4) PROVIDE A REPORT Withdrawn
  REPORT: In response to Chairwoman Edmonson�s inquiry whether other bargaining units received hazardous pay relating to the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19), Assistant County Attorney Marlon Moffett said currently they were not receiving it; however, the Mayor was directed to negotiate a temporary pay supplement with the appropriate bargaining units for sworn personnel in the Miami-Dade Police Department (MDPD), the Miami-Dade Corrections and Rehabilitation Department (MDCRD) and the Miami-Dade Fire Rescue (MDFR).

Chairwoman Edmonson questioned whether the Mayor negotiated with the bargaining units referenced by Assistant County Attorney Moffett, and Ms. Arleene Cuellar, Human Services Director, said staff reviewed the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act for funding eligibility and it would only be for hours paid to address the COVID-19 emergency.

Deputy Mayor Edward Marquez advised the proposed resolution was not reimbursable by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), and opined from an auditing point of view, the proposed resolution was not necessary to mitigate the effects of COVID-19 under the CARES Act.

Chairwoman Edmonson inquired whether the proposed resolution would activate the �me-too� clause, and Mr. Tyrone Williams, Senior Division Director, Human Resources Department, replied that based on staff�s interpretation the resolution would not necessarily trigger the �me-too� clause provided it only applied to certain classifications and not across-the-board. He noted staff had not added any hazardous pay specifically tied to COVID-19.

Commissioner Jordan spoke in support of the proposed resolution. She referred to an incident in which a bus operator came in close contact with an elderly passenger who became ill on the bus and noted this was a category that should be considered for hazard pay.

Chairwoman Edmonson stated she could not support the proposed resolution unless a similar offer was made to other unions; but opined if staff was considering COVID-19 hazardous duty pay for police, fire and Jackson Memorial Hospital nurses and doctors, then bus drivers should also be included.

In response to Chairwoman Edmonson�s inquiry regarding a letter from Ms. Alice Bravo, Director, Miami-Dade Transit to the Transport Workers Union (TWU), Mayor Gimenez clarified the letter was from the TWU to the Administration requesting the same right to hazardous pay as the Police and the Fire Department. He further clarified that while firefighters and police officers provided essential high hazard services, bus operators provided an essential service that was not high hazard.

Ms. Cuellar commented on the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) and the exemption for bus operators related to extended child-care for ten weeks.

Chairwoman Edmonson asked Deputy Mayor Marquez to determine whether the proposed temporary hazardous duty pay supplement for bus operators would qualify under the CARES Act.

Commissioner Sosa referred to her motion made at the April 7, 2020 Board of County Commissioners� (BCC) meeting related to negotiating a one percent temporary pay supplement for sworn personnel in police, fire, and corrections for the duration of COVID-19 state of emergency and noted the Board had not yet received a response to this motion. She also referred to a letter from Homeland Security regarding funding for law enforcement and first responders from the CARES Act and stated she would forward this information to Mayor Gimenez.

Commissioner Sosa suggested the Board delay acting on the foregoing proposed resolution until the Administration determined whether bus operators would qualify for a temporary pay supplement during the COVID-19 pandemic. She further suggested Jackson Health System consider whether doctors and nurses could receive a temporary pay supplement as part of the CARES Act.

In response to Commissioner Sosa�s inquiry whether Mayor Gimenez could proceed with the motion that was adopted on April 7, 2020, Mayor Gimenez said he wanted to implement the resolution once it was adopted but was advised the one percent additional salary was not eligible.

Commissioner Sosa requested the Mayor and Administration return to the Board with a response on the motion that was voted on at the April 7th Board meeting for a one percent temporary pay supplement for sworn personnel in police, fire and corrections.

Commissioner Heyman said she could not support the proposed resolution until clarification was provided the pay supplement would be funded from the CARES Act; and whether the bus operators� task assignments during COVID-19 created an extra hazard or exposure that compromised their potential well-being.

Commissioner Bovo concurred with Commissioner Heyman�s comments and requested additional information to determine whether a comprehensive initiative could be done.

Commissioner Diaz commented that employees of the Solid Waste Management Department were also vulnerable to COVID-19 and noted if one category of employees was covered by the CARES Act, then other employees who could potentially be exposed should be covered.

In response to Commissioner Jordan�s inquiry whether nurses and doctors in the Jackson Health System who were working with COVID-19 patients would be considered high hazard, Deputy Mayor Marquez said staff would check to determine if they were. He noted hospitals were being compensated under part of the CARES ACT; however, the County Administration was concentrating on employees who were under the Mayor�s purview.

Commissioner Jordan said she considered hazardous pay for waste collectors; however, due to automated pickup, drivers were not in contact with anything. She asked the Administration to determine how the County could be reimbursed for bus drivers and nurses whose jobs were now hazardous.

Chairwoman Edmonson reiterated her direction to the Administration to determine whether the proposed temporary hazardous duty pay supplement for bus operators would qualify under the CARES Act. She indicated that she did not wish to give the supplement to only one bargaining unit, and if other bargaining units qualified they should be able to receive it. Chairwoman Edmonson requested written assurance from the federal government, and noted nurses should also be included.

Following discussion, Commissioner Jordan withdrew the foregoing proposed resolution and asked Deputy Mayor Marquez to return to the Board with recommendations based on information he received from FEMA or the auditors.

Commissioner Sosa stated everyone should be treated equally and requested the Administration inform the Board who qualified for the CARES Act and who did not.
 
11A13  
  201181 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Barbara J. Jordan        
  RESOLUTION AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. R-1204-17 TO MODIFY THE PROPOSED PROJECT DESCRIPTION AND LOCATION FOR THE EXPENDITURE OF THE $524,811.61 ALLOCATED TO YWCA SOUTH FLORIDA, INC. FORMERLY KNOWN AS YWCA OF GREATER MIAMI-DADE, INC. FROM BUILDING BETTER COMMUNITIES GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND PROGRAM PROJECT NO. 249 � �PRESERVATION OF AFFORDABLE HOUSING UNITS AND EXPANSION OF HOME OWNERSHIP� AND DIRECTING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO NEGOTIATE TERMS OF AND EXECUTE GRANT AGREEMENT AND RENTAL REGULATORY AGREEMENT FOR SUCH PURPOSE AND PROVIDE THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PROPERTY APPRAISER WITH A COPY OF SUCH AGREEMENT PURSUANT TO RESOLUTION NO. R-791-14 [SEE AGENDA ITEM NO. 5B] Adopted
Resolution R-677-20
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Joe A. Martinez
Vote: 13 - 0
  REPORT: Commissioner Jordan assured the speakers who called in that the YWCA South Florida, Inc. would be meeting with the community to receive input regarding the conveyance of County-owned property to be developed as an affordable and workforce rental or homeownership development. She noted this would include townhomes and possibly senior housing.

There being no further discussion, the Board proceeded to vote on the foregoing proposed resolution, as presented.
 
11A14  
  201213 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Esteban L. Bovo, Jr.        
  RESOLUTION URGING THE UNITED STATES CONGRESS TO ENACT S. 1347, H.R. 377, OR SIMILAR LEGISLATION THAT WOULD DESIGNATE A UNIQUE ZIP CODE FOR THE TOWN OF MIAMI LAKES; AND URGING THE UNITED STATES POSTAL SERVICE TO PROVIDE POSTAL RECOGNITION FOR THE TOWN OF MIAMI LAKES Adopted
Resolution R-678-20
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Joe A. Martinez
Vote: 13 - 0
11A15  
  201263 Resolution     Daniella Levine Cava        
  RESOLUTION URGING THE UNITED STATES CONGRESS TO APPROPRIATE FUNDING FOR THE UNITED STATES ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS TO CONDUCT THE CENTRAL AND SOUTHERN FLORIDA PROJECT FLOOD RISK MANAGEMENT INFRASTRUCTURE RESILIENCY PLAN STUDY Withdrawn
  REPORT: (See 11A15 Substitute, Legislative File No. 201353)  
11A15 SUBSTITUTE  
  201353 Resolution     Daniella Levine Cava        
  RESOLUTION URGING THE UNITED STATES CONGRESS TO APPROPRIATE FUNDING FOR THE UNITED STATES ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS TO CONDUCT THE CENTRAL AND SOUTHERN FLORIDA PROJECT FLOOD RISK MANAGEMENT INFRASTRUCTURE RESILIENCY PLAN STUDY; URGING THE UNITED STATES ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS TO CONDUCT THE STUDY IN A MANNER THAT IS COMPLEMENTARY TO THE COMPREHENSIVE EVERGLADES RESTORATION PLAN AND INCORPORATES NATURE-BASED AND NATURAL-INFRASTRUCTURE OPTIONS [SEE ORIGINAL ITEM UNDER FILE NO. 201312] Deferred to July 21, 2020
Resolution
Mover: Jose "Pepe" Diaz
Seconder: Rebeca Sosa
Vote: 10 - 0
Absent: Higgins , Suarez , Cava
  REPORT: Commissioner Diaz expressed concern regarding the impact the foregoing proposed resolution could have on farmers and noted he would prefer to defer the resolution as Commissioner Levine Cava, sponsor, was not present to provide an explanation.  
11A16  
  201271 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Rebeca Sosa
Joe A. Martinez
       
  RESOLUTION URGING THE FLORIDA LEGISLATURE TO ENACT LEGISLATION TO PROVIDE FOR A NO OR LOW COST ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE RESOLUTION AND EDUCATION PROGRAM OUTSIDE OF COURT RESIDENTIAL EVICTION PROCEEDINGS FOR LANDLORDS AND TENANTS TO RESOLVE DISAGREEMENTS THAT ARE A RESULT OF FINANCIAL OR OTHER HARDSHIPS CAUSED BY CORONAVIRUS DISEASE 2019 (COVID-19) AND OTHER EMERGENCIES THAT RESULT IN EXTENDED STATES OF EMERGENCY Adopted
Resolution R-679-20
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Joe A. Martinez
Vote: 13 - 0
11A17  
  201236 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Sally A. Heyman        
  RESOLUTION REDESIGNATING FROM COUNTY-OWNED RIGHT-OF-WAY TO COUNTY-OWNED PROPERTY, SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS AND LIMITATIONS, CERTAIN AERIAL PROPERTY OVER HARRIET TUBMAN HIGHWAY, WHERE A PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE WILL BE BUILT IN CONNECTION WITH THE PLANNED AVENTURA STATION OF THE STRATEGIC MIAMI AREA RAPID TRANSIT PLAN NORTHEAST CORRIDOR PASSENGER RAIL PROJECT; AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR THE COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO (1) TAKE ALL NECESSARY ACTIONS TO EFFECTUATE THE REDESIGNATION, (2) REVISE THE PERMIT AND DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENTS BETWEEN THE COUNTY AND VIRGIN TRAINS USA, LLC AS NECESSARY TO REGULATE HOURS OF USE, (3) EXECUTE REVISED PERMIT AND DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENTS AND (4) EXERCISE AND ENFORCE ALL PROVISIONS CONTAINED THEREIN Adopted
Resolution R-680-20
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Joe A. Martinez
Vote: 13 - 0
11A18  
  201238 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Barbara J. Jordan
Daniella Levine Cava
Eileen Higgins
       
  RESOLUTION CALLING A COUNTYWIDE SPECIAL ELECTION IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, TO BE HELD IN CONJUNCTION WITH A GENERAL ELECTION ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2020, FOR THE PURPOSE OF SUBMITTING TO THE ELECTORS OF MIAMI DADE COUNTY THE QUESTION OF WHETHER TO AMEND THE HOME RULE CHARTER TO ESTABLISH AN INDEPENDENT CIVILIAN PANEL AS SET FORTH BY ORDINANCE Adopted
Resolution R-681-20
Mover: Barbara J. Jordan
Seconder: Daniella Levine Cava
Vote: 10 - 3
No: Sosa , Diaz , Bovo, Jr.
11A19  
  201285 Resolution     Audrey M. Edmonson
Dennis C. Moss
Daniella Levine Cava
Barbara J. Jordan
Jean Monestime
Xavier L. Suarez
       
  RESOLUTION DIRECTING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO TAKE ALL ACTIONS NECESSARY TO EFFECTUATE THE PURCHASE OF PROPERTY KNOWN AS LINCOLN MEMORIAL PARK CEMETERY, LOCATED AT 3001 N.W. 46TH STREET IN BROWNSVILLE, MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FOLIO NOS. 30-3121-005-0010 AND 30-3121-010-0010, FOR THE PURPOSE OF PRESERVING AND MAINTAINING THIS HISTORIC CEMETERY THAT IS CURRENTLY IN A STATE OF DISREPAIR, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO PERFORMING ALL NECESSARY DUE DILIGENCE, TO IDENTIFY A LEGALLY AVAILABLE FUNDING SOURCE, TO NEGOTIATE AND FINALIZE A PURCHASE AND SALE AGREEMENT, AND TO PLACE A RESOLUTION SEEKING BOARD APPROVAL OF SAME, OR ALTERNATIVELY, A STATUS REPORT, DIRECTLY ON THIS BOARD�S AGENDA WITHOUT COMMITTEE REVIEW PURSUANT TO ORDINANCE NO. 14-65 Amended
  REPORT: (See Agenda Item 11A19 Amended; Legislative File No. 201517)  
11A19 Amended  
  201517 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Audrey M. Edmonson
Dennis C. Moss
Daniella Levine Cava
Barbara J. Jordan
Jean Monestime
Xavier L. Suarez
       
  RESOLUTION DIRECTING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO TAKE ALL ACTIONS NECESSARY TO EFFECTUATE THE PURCHASE OF PROPERTY KNOWN AS LINCOLN MEMORIAL PARK CEMETERY, LOCATED AT 3001 N.W. 46TH STREET IN BROWNSVILLE, MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FOLIO NOS. 30-3121-005-0010 AND 30-3121-010-0010, FOR THE PURPOSE OF PRESERVING AND MAINTAINING THIS HISTORIC CEMETERY THAT IS CURRENTLY IN A STATE OF DISREPAIR, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO PERFORMING ALL NECESSARY DUE DILIGENCE, TO IDENTIFY A LEGALLY AVAILABLE FUNDING SOURCE, TO NEGOTIATE AND FINALIZE A PURCHASE AND SALE AGREEMENT, AND TO PLACE A RESOLUTION SEEKING BOARD APPROVAL OF SAME, OR ALTERNATIVELY, A STATUS REPORT, DIRECTLY ON THIS BOARD�S AGENDA WITHOUT COMMITTEE REVIEW PURSUANT TO ORDINANCE NO. 14-65 [SEE ORIGINAL ITEM UNDER FILE NO. 201285] Adopted as amended
Resolution R-682-20
Mover: Audrey M. Edmonson
Seconder: Dennis C. Moss
Vote: 13 - 0
  REPORT: Assistant County Attorney Debra Herman advised that pursuant to Chairwoman Edmonson�s request, typewritten page 6, Section 3 was amended to replace the 60-day reporting deadline with the earlier deadline of the first available Board meeting as follows:

Following the language �No later than the earlier of� delete the words �60 days from the effective date of this resolution,� and insert the words �the first available full Board meeting subsequent to August 1st 2020.�

Vice Chairwoman Sosa assumed the Chair and Commissioner Edmonson presented a motion on the proposed resolution which was seconded by Commissioner Moss.

Chairwoman Edmonson resumed the Chair.

There being no further discussion, the Board proceeded to vote on the foregoing proposed resolution, as amended.
 
11A20  
  201282 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Audrey M. Edmonson
Daniella Levine Cava
Sally A. Heyman
Eileen Higgins
Barbara J. Jordan
Rebeca Sosa
       
  RESOLUTION CALLING A COUNTYWIDE SPECIAL ELECTION IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, TO BE HELD IN CONJUNCTION WITH A GENERAL ELECTION ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2020, FOR THE PURPOSE OF SUBMITTING TO THE ELECTORS OF MIAMI DADE COUNTY THE QUESTION OF WHETHER TO AMEND THE HOME RULE CHARTER TO CREATE THE OFFICE OF INSPECTOR GENERAL Adopted
Resolution R-683-20
Mover: Joe A. Martinez
Seconder: Rebeca Sosa
Vote: 10 - 0
Absent: Higgins , Suarez , Cava
  REPORT: The foregoing proposed resolution was moved by Commissioner Martinez and seconded by Commissioner Sosa.

Chairwoman Edmonson recommended waiving the Board of County Commissioners� Rules of Procedure and voting Items 11A20 and 11A22 up or down. She noted Item 11A20 required a majority while Item 11A22 required a super majority vote. Chairwoman Edmonson stated someone could make a motion to waive the Board�s rules and vote both items either up or down.

County Attorney Abigail Price-Williams affirmed Chairwoman Edmonson was correct.

There being no motion to waive the rules, the Board proceeded to vote on the foregoing proposed resolution as presented.

Chairwoman Edmonson relinquished the Chair to Commissioner Sosa.

SPECIAL NOTE: The foregoing proposed resolution was adopted on Thursday, July 9, 2020.
 
11A21  
  201276 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Sally A. Heyman        
  RESOLUTION (1) APPROVING A MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING (�MOU�) BETWEEN NORTH BAY VILLAGE AND MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PROVIDING THE FRAMEWORK FOR NEGOTIATIONS FOR AGREEMENTS FOR THE DESIGN, DEVELOPMENT AND LEASE OF A MIAMI-DADE FIRE RESCUE STATION TO BE LOCATED AT 1335 79TH STREET CAUSEWAY; (2) AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE THE MOU; (3) DIRECTING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE (A) TO NEGOTIATE AND EXECUTE AGREEMENTS WITH NORTH BAY VILLAGE IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PARAMETERS AND TERMS SET FORTH IN THE MOU IN AMOUNTS NOT TO EXCEED $4,250,000.00 FOR DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION OF THE FIRE RESCUE STATION AND $420,000.00 FOR ADDITIONAL RELATED EXPENSES, AND A LEASE AGREEMENT FOR AN INITIAL TERM OF 30 YEARS WITH RENEWAL TERMS AT A RENTAL RATE OF $1.00 PER YEAR, SUBJECT TO BOARD RATIFICATION AFTER THE AGREEMENTS ARE EXECUTED; (B) IF AGREEMENTS ARE FINALIZED BUT NOT IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE MOU, TO PRESENT THE AGREEMENTS TO THIS BOARD FOR APPROVAL PRIOR TO EXECUTION, OR (C) IF NO SUCH AGREEMENTS CAN BE REACHED, TO PROVIDE A REPORT; AND (4) AUTHORIZING COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXERCISE ALL RIGHTS CONTAINED IN THE EXECUTED AGREEMENTS, SHOULD SUCH AGREEMENTS BE FINALIZED Adopted
Resolution R-684-20
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Joe A. Martinez
Vote: 13 - 0
11A22  
  201251 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Joe A. Martinez
Daniella Levine Cava
Jose "Pepe" Diaz
Audrey M. Edmonson
Rebeca Sosa
       
  RESOLUTION CALLING A COUNTYWIDE SPECIAL ELECTION IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, TO BE HELD IN CONJUNCTION WITH A GENERAL ELECTION ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2020, FOR THE PURPOSE OF SUBMITTING TO THE ELECTORS OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY THE QUESTION OF WHETHER TO AMEND THE HOME RULE CHARTER TO REQUIRE THAT WHEN THE MAYOR OR MEMBER OF THE COUNTY COMMISSION RESIGNS PROSPECTIVELY TO RUN FOR ANOTHER OFFICE THE VACANCY WILL BE FILLED BY ELECTION DURING THE PRIMARY AND GENERAL ELECTION RATHER THAN BY APPOINTMENT OR BY SUBSEQUENT SPECIAL ELECTION Adopted
Resolution R-685-20
Mover: Joe A. Martinez
Seconder: Rebeca Sosa
Vote: 10 - 0
Absent: Higgins , Suarez , Cava
  REPORT: The foregoing proposed resolution was moved by Commissioner Martinez and seconded by Commissioner Sosa.

Commissioner Monestime announced he would be leaving at 2:00 p.m.

In response to Commissioner Bovo�s inquiry whether the Shenandoah Branch Library could be used as an additional early voting site, Mayor Gimenez stated this library was only used as an early voting site in the Presidential and Gubernatorial race in the General Election and would be expensive to open as an early voting site.

Commissioner Moss requested the Supervisor of Elections discuss plans regarding the November 3, 2020 General Election to ensure there were no concerns about voter suppression.

Mayor Gimenez stated some early voting sites that were located in elderly centers were being closed while some venues did not wish to be used as election sites and the Supervisor of Elections would identify alternative venues. He noted he would provide the Board of County Commissioners (Board) with a report explaining when a voting site change occurred and the rationale for the change.

Commissioner Moss stated this should be done early to ensure a fair and partial election cycle and process.

Ms. Christina White, Supervisor of Elections, concurred with Mayor Gimenez� comments regarding the closure of early voting sites. She noted of the 27 election precincts, seven were assisted living facilities which could not be used per the Governor�s Executive Order and these precincts were previously relocated as of the March presidential preference primary. Ms. White advised 14 sites withdrew permission and those sites would be relocated to the closest polling location in the voters� neighborhood. She said voters would be notified of the new location by mail and signage would be placed on the original location redirecting them to the new location.

Commissioner Martinez said he would discuss issues relating to deep cleaning and social distancing at polling sites at the July 16, 2020 Special Board meeting regarding the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic.

There being no further questions or comments, the foregoing proposed resolution was adopted as presented.

SPECIAL NOTE: The foregoing proposed resolution was adopted on Thursday, July 9, 2020.
 
11A23  
  201311 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Audrey M. Edmonson
Jean Monestime
Daniella Levine Cava
Barbara J. Jordan
Rebeca Sosa
       
  RESOLUTION DIRECTING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR'S DESIGNEE TO CREATE A RESIDENTIAL LANDLORD FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM USING A CERTAIN AMOUNT OF FUNDS MADE AVAILABLE THROUGH THE 2020 CORONAVIRUS AID, RELIEF, AND ECONOMIC SECURITY ACT (CARES ACT) TO ALLEVIATE FINANCIAL HARDSHIPS CAUSED BY CORONAVIRUS DISEASE 2019 (COVID-19); SETTING MAXIMUM GRANT AMOUNTS; PROVIDING CERTAIN QUALIFICATIONS FOR AND IMPOSING CERTAIN RESTRICTIONS ON LANDLORDS TO PARTICIPATE IN THE PROGRAM; PROVIDING HOW FUNDS WILL BE DISTRIBUTED; DIRECTING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR'S DESIGNEE TO DEVELOP AND IMPLEMENT THE PROGRAM; AND AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR'S DESIGNEE TO NEGOTIATE AND EXECUTE ANY DOCUMENTS NECESSARY TO CARRY OUT THE PURPOSES OF THE PROGRAM Adopted
Resolution R-686-20
Mover: Jean Monestime
Seconder: Audrey M. Edmonson
Vote: 12 - 0
Absent: Suarez
  REPORT: SPECIAL NOTE: The foregoing proposed resolution was adopted on Thursday, July 9, 2020.  
11A24  
  201356 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Audrey M. Edmonson
Rebeca Sosa
Daniella Levine Cava
Eileen Higgins
Dennis C. Moss
Esteban L. Bovo, Jr.
Jean Monestime
Sally A. Heyman
Joe A. Martinez
Sen. Javier D. Souto
Jose "Pepe" Diaz
Barbara J. Jordan
       
  RESOLUTION URGING THE FLORIDA POWER & LIGHT COMPANY (�FPL�) TO SUSPEND ANY DISCONNECTION OF POWER AND LIGHT SERVICES FOR NONPAYMENT UNTIL 60 DAYS AFTER THE TERMINATION OF THE STATE OF LOCAL EMERGENCY ISSUED AS A RESULT OF CORONAVIRUS DISEASE 2019 (COVID-19) AND TO CONSIDER CERTAIN OTHER ACTIONS TO HELP PROTECT THE PUBLIC�S HEALTH, SAFETY, AND WELFARE DURING THE EMERGENCY Adopted
Resolution R-687-20
Mover: Jose "Pepe" Diaz
Seconder: Sally A. Heyman
Vote: 13 - 0
  REPORT: Commissioner Diaz released the foregoing proposed resolution from the day�s Pull List.

There being no comments or questions, the Board proceeded to vote on the proposed resolution as presented.
 
  7/7/2020 Per Ord 20-38, item placed by BCC Chair without committee review and not subject to 4-day rule by the Board of County Commissioners  
11B ADDITIONAL BUDGET ALLOCATIONS  
11B1  
  201432 Report      
  ALLOCATION OF FY 2019/20 CBO DISCRETIONARY FUNDS DISTRICT 4 Approved
Report
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Sally A. Heyman
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Monestime , Suarez , Martinez , Bovo, Jr.
  REPORT: The following funding allocation was made from the Fiscal Year (FY) 2019/2020 District 4 CBO Discretionary Reserve Funds, as requested by Commissioner Sally A. Heyman.

$180 to the Center for the Advancement of Jewish Education.
 
11B2  
  201433 Report      
  REIMBURSEMENT OF $1800 FROM THE DISTRICT 4 CBO DISCRETIONARY RESERVE FUNDS Approved
Report
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Sally A. Heyman
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Monestime , Suarez , Martinez , Bovo, Jr.
  REPORT: Commissioner Sally A. Heyman requested to be reimbursed $1,800.00 for the following allocation made from the District 4 CBO Discretionary Reserve Funds:

Adrienne Arsht Center--AileyCamp Donation
 
11B3  
  201438 Report      
  ALLOCATION OF FY 2019/20 OFFICE FUNDS DISTRICT 7 Approved
Report
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Sally A. Heyman
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Monestime , Suarez , Martinez , Bovo, Jr.
  REPORT: The following funding allocation was made from the Fiscal Year (FY) 2019/2020 District 7 Office Budget Funds, as read by Commissioner Sally A. Heyman on behalf of Commissioner Xavier L. Suarez:

$7,250 to Dibia Dream, Inc. for afterschool programming.

$20,000 to Rebuilding Together Miami-Dade, Inc for critical home repairs.
 
11B4  
  201461 Report      
  ALLOCATION OF FY 2019/20 CBO DISCRETIONARY RESERVE FUNDS DISTRICT 13 Approved
Report
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Sally A. Heyman
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Monestime , Suarez , Martinez , Bovo, Jr.
  REPORT: The following funding allocation was made from the Fiscal Year (FY) 2019/2020 District 13 CBO Discretionary Reserve Funds, as requested by Commissioner Esteban Bovo, Jr.:

$1,000 to the Florida Mental Health Coalition, Inc. for the purchase of hot meals to honor our Heroes during this COVID-19 resurgence.
 
11B5  
  201462 Report      
  ALLOCATION OF FY 2019/20 DISTRICT 8 CBO DISCRETIONARY RESERVE FUND Approved
Report
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Sally A. Heyman
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Monestime , Suarez , Martinez , Bovo, Jr.
  REPORT: The following funding allocation was made from Fiscal Year (FY) 2019/20 District 8 CBO Discretionary Reserve Fund:

$2,500 to Sugar 4 Kids Foundation, Inc. for scholarship assistance.

$2,600 to The Cleo Institute Inc. in support of "Climate Action Lab" for district 8 students.

$2,000 to Encouraging Dreamers Breaking Barriers, LLC in support of high school graduates.
 
11B6  
  202074 Report      
  ALLOCATION OF FY 2019/20 OFFICE FUNDS DISTRICT 10 Approved
Report
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Sally A. Heyman
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Monestime , Suarez , Martinez , Bovo, Jr.
  REPORT: The following funding allocation was made from Fiscal Year (FY) 2019/20 District 10 Office Fund:

$5,000 for District 10 Community Events
 
11C REPORTS  
12 COUNTY MAYOR  
13 COUNTY ATTORNEY  
13A1  
  201318 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    County Attorney        
  RESOLUTION (1) SELECTING OUTSIDE COUNSEL FOR THE PURPOSE OF REPRESENTING THE COUNTY IN LITIGATION RELATED TO PER- AND POLYFLUOROALKYL SUBSTANCES AT THE DIRECTION OF THE COUNTY ATTORNEY; (2) DIRECTING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT FOR RETENTION OF OUTSIDE COUNSEL, AND IN CONJUNCTION WITH OUTSIDE COUNSEL, PURSUE LITIGATION TO RECOVER COSTS AND OTHER DAMAGES ASSOCIATED WITH THE DISCOVERY OF PER- AND POLYFLUOROALKYL SUBSTANCES IN THE COUNTY; AND (3) AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY ATTORNEY OR COUNTY ATTORNEY�S DESIGNEE TO EXERCISE ALL PROVISIONS CONTAINED THEREIN AND TO AMEND OR TERMINATE THE AGREEMENT Adopted
Resolution R-688-20
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Joe A. Martinez
Vote: 13 - 0
14 ITEMS SUBJECT TO 4-DAY RULE  
14A1  
  201322 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Audrey M. Edmonson        
  RESOLUTION APPROVING ALLOCATIONS FROM THE FY 2019-20 DISTRICT 3 CBO DISCRETIONARY RESERVE Adopted
Resolution R-689-20
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Sally A. Heyman
Vote: 11 - 0
Absent: Suarez , Bovo, Jr.
  REPORT: SPECIAL NOTE: The foregoing proposed resolution was adopted on Thursday, July 9, 2020.  
14A2  
  201332 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Esteban L. Bovo, Jr.        
  RESOLUTION APPROVING ALLOCATIONS FROM THE FY 2019-20 DISTRICT 13 CBO DISCRETIONARY RESERVE Adopted
Resolution R-690-20
Mover: Jose "Pepe" Diaz
Seconder: Audrey M. Edmonson
Vote: 11 - 0
Absent: Suarez , Bovo, Jr.
  REPORT: SPECIAL NOTE: The foregoing proposed resolution was adopted on Thursday, July 9, 2020.  
14A3  
  201348 Resolution    
  RESOLUTION RATIFYING CORONAVIRUS/COVID-19 STATE OF EMERGENCY ORDERS AND AMENDMENTS THERETO ENACTED BY THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY MAYOR(Mayor) Deferred to July 16, 2020
Resolution R-702-20
Mover: Dennis C. Moss
Seconder: Jose "Pepe" Diaz
Vote: 10 - 0
Absent: Monestime , Suarez , Bovo, Jr.
  REPORT: Commissioner Levine Cava directed questions to Mayor Gimenez regarding efforts to promote outdoor expansion of restaurants; funding for infrastructure that would allow businesses to open safely outside; the contact tracing program; long-term assistance for businesses once federal funding was no longer available; and whether hotel room blocks would be expanded for isolation as contact tracing was being conducted.

Mayor Gimenez said the Administration was encouraging the expansion of restaurants outside and he would be meeting with the industry to discuss their needs in order to structure a grant program. He explained the contact tracing program and noted information received would assist the Administration in making better informed decisions. Regarding long-term assistance for businesses, Mayor Gimenez advised the Administration could formulate some long-term ideas; however, Miami-Dade County�s revenues were reduced and he expected the federal government would provide another round of funding. He noted the Administration would try to expand hotel room blocks; however, the County�s hospital needed to start utilizing these rooms more.

Commissioner Levine Cava stated it was her understanding that minimal outreach was being conducted by contact tracers and requested a briefing at the Special Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) meeting regarding the contact tracing program.

Chairwoman Edmonson inquired, and County Attorney Price-Williams affirmed, that it was legal to discuss the Mayor�s COVID-19 reports at the July 16, 2020 Special Board Meeting.

Commissioner Diaz stated he received information regarding the restaurant emergency order via the media and requested commissioners receive information before the media. He asked Mayor Gimenez to continue working with the mayors on the emergency orders.

Mayor Gimenez stated that emergency order was not up for approval today.

County Attorney Price-Williams suggested the Board defer the foregoing proposed resolution to the July 16, 2020 COVID-19 Special Meeting.

There being no further questions or comments, the foregoing proposed resolution was deferred to the July 16, 2020 Special Board Meeting.

Mayor Gimenez cautioned commissioners not to release information to the media prematurely. He commented on the danger of mask removal during indoor dining and stated he would provide articles to the Board on why the decision for outdoor dining was made.
 
14A4  
  201312 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Jose "Pepe" Diaz        
  RESOLUTION DIRECTING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO CONDUCT AN INDEPENDENT ANALYSIS OF THE SOUTH FLORIDA WATER MANAGEMENT DISTRICT�S PREPARATION FOR AND RESPONSE TO THE FLOODING DISASTER THAT TOOK PLACE IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY IN MAY 2020, AND TO PROVIDE A REPORT Adopted
Resolution R-691-20
Mover: Jose "Pepe" Diaz
Seconder: Audrey M. Edmonson
Vote: 11 - 0
Absent: Suarez , Bovo, Jr.
  REPORT: SPECIAL NOTE: The foregoing proposed resolution was adopted on Thursday, July 9, 2020.  
14A5  
  201277 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Xavier L. Suarez        
  RESOLUTION DECLARING AUGUST 1ST, 2020 AND AUGUST 1 EACH YEAR THEREAFTER AS HISTORIC VIRGINIA KEY BEACH PARK DAY Adopted
Resolution R-692-20
Mover: Jose "Pepe" Diaz
Seconder: Audrey M. Edmonson
Vote: 11 - 0
Absent: Suarez , Bovo, Jr.
  REPORT: SPECIAL NOTE: The foregoing proposed resolution was adopted on Thursday, July 9, 2020.  
14A6  
  201231 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Housing, Social Services & Economic Dev. Committee        
  RESOLUTION RETROACTIVELY APPROVING A 120-DAY NO-COST EXTENSION, FROM MAY 1, 2020, THROUGH AND INCLUDING MONDAY, AUGUST 31, 2020, FOR THE EXISTING INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY THROUGH THE COMMUNITY ACTION HUMAN SERVICES DEPARTMENT AND FLORIDA INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY BOARD OF TRUSTEES FOR THE COMPLETION OF A COMPREHENSIVE COMMUNITY NEEDS ASSESSMENT AND AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE THE FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT(Community Action and Human Services) Adopted
Resolution R-693-20
Mover: Jose "Pepe" Diaz
Seconder: Audrey M. Edmonson
Vote: 11 - 0
Absent: Suarez , Bovo, Jr.
  REPORT: SPECIAL NOTE: The foregoing proposed resolution was adopted on Thursday, July 9, 2020.  
15 CLERK OF THE BOARD  
15B REPORTS  
15B1  
  201241 Report      
  PROPOSED PUBLIC HEARING DATES FOR ORDINANCES SUBMITTED FOR FIRST READING ON JULY 8, 2020(Clerk of the Board) Approved
Report
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Joe A. Martinez
Vote: 13 - 0
15B2  
  201240 Report      
  APPROVAL OF THE CLERK�S SUMMARY OF MINUTES FOR THE FOLLOWING MIAMI-DADE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS MEETING(S) [AVAILABLE FOR REVIEW IN THE OFFICE OF THE CLERK OF THE BOARD] � MARCH 3, 2020 (PHT JOINT SPECIAL) � MARCH 3, 2020 (REGULAR)(Clerk of the Board) Approved
Report
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Joe A. Martinez
Vote: 13 - 0
15C COUNTY ADVISORY BOARD APPOINTMENTS  
15C1  
  201216 Report      
  NOMINATIONS FOR APPOINTMENT TO THE GOODS AND SERVICES TASK FORCE(Clerk of the Board) Approved
Report
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Sally A. Heyman
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Monestime , Suarez , Martinez , Bovo, Jr.
15C1 SUPPLEMENT  
  201296 Report      
  SUPPLEMENTAL REPORT REGARDING NOMINATIONS FOR APPOINTMENT TO THE GOODS AND SERVICES TASK FORCE(Clerk of the Board) Presented
15C2  
  201436 Report      
  APPOINTMENT OF RABBI GAYLE POMERANTZ TO THE INTERFAITH ADVISORY BOARD Approved
Report
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Sally A. Heyman
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Monestime , Suarez , Martinez , Bovo, Jr.
  REPORT: The Board of County Commissioners accepted the foregoing nomination as made by Commissioner Eileen Higgins.  
15C3  
  201464 Report      
  APPOINTMENT OF CRAIG EMMANUEL TO THE AFFORDABLE HOUSING ADVISORY BOARD Approved
Report
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Sally A. Heyman
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Monestime , Suarez , Martinez , Bovo, Jr.
  REPORT: The Board of County Commissioners accepted the foregoing nomination as made by Commissioner Daniella Levine Cava.  
15C4  
  201465 Report      
  APPOINTMENT OF PAUL SCHWIEP TO THE CITIZENS' INDEPENDENT TRANSPORTATION TRUST Approved
Report
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Sally A. Heyman
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Monestime , Suarez , Martinez , Bovo, Jr.
  REPORT: The Board of County Commissioners accepted the foregoing nomination as made by Commissioner Daniella Levine Cava.  
15C5  
  201466 Report      
  APPOINTMENT OF CHARO VALERO TO THE COMMISSION FOR WOMEN Approved
Report
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Sally A. Heyman
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Monestime , Suarez , Martinez , Bovo, Jr.
  REPORT: The Board of County Commissioners accepted the foregoing nomination as made by Commissioner Daniella Levine Cava.  
15C6  
  201467 Report      
  APPOINTMENT OF LASONYA RODGERS TO THE COMMISSION FOR WOMEN Approved
Report
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Sally A. Heyman
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Monestime , Suarez , Martinez , Bovo, Jr.
  REPORT: The Board of County Commissioners accepted the foregoing nomination as made by Commissioner Daniella Levine Cava.  
15C7  
  202345 Report      
  APPOINTMENT OF JAHNEE SMITH TO THE YOUTH COMMISSION Approved
Report
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Sally A. Heyman
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Monestime , Suarez , Martinez , Bovo, Jr.
  REPORT: The Board of County Commissioners accepted the foregoing nomination as made by Chairwoman Audrey M. Edmonson.  
15C8  
  202346 Report      
  APPOINTMENT OF CYRAH GAYLE TO THE YOUTH COMMISSION Approved
Report
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Sally A. Heyman
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Monestime , Suarez , Martinez , Bovo, Jr.
  REPORT: The Board of County Commissioners accepted the foregoing nomination as made by Chairwoman Audrey M. Edmonson.  
15C9  
  202348 Report      
  APPOINTMENT OF ABEL FERNANDEZ TO THE FIRE PREVENTION AND SAFETY APPEALS BOARD Approved
Report
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Sally A. Heyman
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Monestime , Suarez , Martinez , Bovo, Jr.
  REPORT: The Board of County Commissioners accepted the foregoing nomination as made by Commissioner Sally A. Heyman.  
15C10  
  202350 Report      
  APPOINTMENT OF ALEXANDER CHENAULT TO THE COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY ADVISORY BOARD Approved
Report
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Sally A. Heyman
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Monestime , Suarez , Martinez , Bovo, Jr.
  REPORT: The Board of County Commissioners accepted the foregoing nomination as made by Commissioner Sally A. Heyman.  
15C11  
  202351 Report      
  APPOINTMENT OF DAVID SALTMAN TO THE COMMUNITY RELATIONS ADVISORY BOARD Approved
Report
Mover: Rebeca Sosa
Seconder: Sally A. Heyman
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Monestime , Suarez , Martinez , Bovo, Jr.
  REPORT: The Board of County Commissioners accepted the foregoing nomination as made by Commissioner Sally A. Heyman.  
15D COUNTY ADVISORY BOARD APPOINTMENTS BY BALLOT  
15E MAYOR�S REQUEST FOR ALLOCATIONS FROM DISCRETIONARY OR IN-KIND RESERVE FUNDS  
15F NON-AGENDA REPORT ITEMS  
15F1  
  201457 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Jean Monestime
Daniella Levine Cava
Audrey M. Edmonson
Sally A. Heyman
Eileen Higgins
Barbara J. Jordan
Dennis C. Moss
       
  RESOLUTION URGING THE TRUMP ADMINISTRATION, UNITED STATES CONGRESS, AND UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY, IMMIGRATION AND CUSTOMS ENFORCEMENT, TO RECONSIDER DEPORTING INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS IF THEIR UNIVERSITY OR COLLEGE CHOOSES TO IMPLEMENT AN ONLINE-ONLY CURRICULUM AMID THE CORONAVIRUS DISEASE 2019 (COVID-19) PANDEMIC Adopted
Resolution R-704-20
Mover: Jean Monestime
Seconder: Daniella Levine Cava
Vote: 13 - 0
  REPORT: Commissioner Monestime stated on Monday, July 6, 2020, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) released regulation requiring international students who were pursuing degrees in the United States to leave the country or risk deportation if their universities or colleges only offered online courses. He opined this was a policy which the Board of County Commissioners should oppose and asked the Chair at her discretion to allow him to present a motion on this issue.

The following Commissioners requested to be listed as Co-Sponsors: Levine Cava, Edmonson, Higgins, Heyman, Jordan and Moss on this item.

SPECIAL NOTE: Per CAO, this motion would be memorialized in a resolution format; therefore, Resolution No. R-704-20 was assigned to this item.
 
 
  201496 Report      
  NON-AGENDA REPORT ITEMS FOR THE JULY 8, 2020 BCC REGULAR MEETING
  REPORT: NON-AGENDA REPORT ITEMS FOR THE JULY 8, 2020 BCC REGULAR MEETING

Following Chairwoman Edmonson�s proposal that the Board suspend the applicable rules and procedure to make the following changes to the County Calendar, Vice Chairwoman Sosa assumed the Chair and Commissioner Edmonson presented a motion to:

~ schedule the installation ceremony for the seven commissioners elected in 2020 for Tuesday, November 17, 2020 at 10:00 a.m.;
~ hold the first Regular meeting on Thursday, November 19, 2020 at 9:30 a.m. during which the Chairperson and Vice Chairperson would be elected (this day and time was previously scheduled for a Regular carryover meeting of the Board); and
~ reschedule the Zoning meeting currently scheduled for Thursday, November 19, 2020 at 9:30 a.m. to Wednesday, November 18, 2020 at 9:30 a.m.

This motion was seconded by Commissioner Levine Cava.

Commissioner Martinez stated this would be the first time the Vice Chairwoman rather than the Chairwoman would be presiding over the installation ceremonies because of term limits. He noted he had informed the County Attorney�s Office that he was working on proposed legislation regarding this issue but had not received a response.

County Attorney Abigail Price-Williams responded to Commissioner Martinez� comments regarding the scheduling of the installation ceremonies and explained this was a calendar change which would not change his proposed legislation. County Attorney Price-Williams advised Commissioner Martinez� proposed legislation was an ordinance and if approved by the Board, it would impact the motion that was made today. She apologized to Commissioner Martinez and noted he should have been advised that this was a step in the process.

Upon being put to a vote, the motion passed by a vote of 13-0.

Commissioner Edmonson announced a motion was needed to approve extension of time to hear Comprehensive Development Master Plan (CDMP) applications. She advised at the last meeting, the Board approved on first reading several items related to CDMP applications filed in the January 2020 CDMP amendment cycle. She noted the County Code require that those items be heard by July 29, 2020 unless a greater time is deemed necessary by the Board of County Commissioners (Board). She advised the items had originally been scheduled to be heard at the Board�s July 22, 2020 CDMP hearing but due to the cancellation of Community Council and Planning Advisory Board meetings and other changes made to respond to the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, the department advised her that they had to modify their original application schedule and needed additional time to properly process the January 2020 cycle applications.

Accordingly, pursuant to Section 2-116.1(3)(h) of the County Code, Commissioner Edmonson moved to extend the timeframe for consideration of the January 2020 applications to amend the CDMP until October 30, 2020. This motion was seconded by Vice Chairwoman Sosa, and upon being put to a vote, passed by a vote of 13-0.

Chairwoman Edmonson resumed the Chair.
 
19 ADJOURNMENT  
  REPORT: There being no further business to come before the Board, the meeting adjourned at 2:23 p.m. on Thursday, July 9, 2020.  
3 CONSENT AGENDA  


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