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MINUTES PREPARED BY:
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REPORT:
Judy Marsh, Commission Reporter
(305) 375-1967
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INVOCATION AS PROVIDED IN RULE 5.05(H)
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REPORT:
Commissioner Cohen Higgins led the prayer and a moment of silence for former President Jimmy Carter, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance
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1B
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ROLL CALL
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REPORT:
Prior to the roll call, Clerk of the Board Director Basia Pruna announced that Chairman Oliver Gilbert III, and Commissioners Cabrera, and Hardemon would be absent.
In addition to the Board members, the following staff members were also present:
- Chief Financial Officer Edward Marquez
- County Attorney Geri Bonzon-Keenan
- Assistant County Attorneys Melanie Spencer, Annery Alfonso, and Christopher Wahl
Clerk of the Board Director Basia Pruna and Deputy Clerk Judy Marsh
Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava was also in attendance.
Vice Chairman Rodriguez convened the Board of County Commissioners meeting at 9:34 a.m.
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1C
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PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
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SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS (SCHEDULED TO BEGIN AT 8:30 AM)
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Special Presentation
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Oliver G. Gilbert, III
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SPECIAL PRESENTATION RECOGNIZING THE APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM(Mayor)
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Presented
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Mayor Levine Cava welcomed interns who had completed an apprenticeship program in the Information and Technology Department (ITD), and recognized them for the work they had accomplished. She thanked Ms. Margaret Brisbane, Director and Chief Information Officer, ITD; and mentors. Mayor Levine Cava stated this was part of an Experiential Learning and Technology (ELT) program and part of building a future-ready Miami-Dade County. She congratulated everyone for building the ecosystem for technology for Miami-Dade County.
Ms. Margaret Brisbane described the apprenticeship program and noted it was a collaboration with Florida International University (FIU) and their cyber security apprenticeship program. She commended the interns for their accomplishments over the past six months, and expressed appreciation to Mayor Levine Cava, Chief Financial Officer Edward Marquez, Chairman Gilbert III, and to everyone who supported this program. Ms. Brisbane acknowledged the supervisors for assisting the interns; and thanked Mr. Jorge Valens and Ms. Lourdes Lopez, ELT program coordinators.
Ms. Brisbane thanked FIU for their partnership and announced that in two months another group of interns would participate in this program.
Commissioner Gonzalez congratulated the interns on their achievement; followed by presentation of certificates to each intern.
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CITIZEN'S PRESENTATIONS (5 MINUTES MAXIMUM)
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REPORTS OF OFFICIAL BOARDS
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REASONABLE OPPORTUNITY FOR THE PUBLIC TO BE HEARD AS PROVIDED IN RULE 6.06
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REPORT:
Vice Chairman Rodriguez opened the reasonable opportunity to be heard.
The following individuals appeared before the Board:
-Mr. Rafael Antonio Gomez, 7403 SW 82nd Street, Miami, FL spoke regarding assistance for truckers in South Dade and on the solid waste incident in Doral.
-Mr. Chris Lomax, 1215 Pizarro Street, Coral Gables, FL representing the Wilkie D. Ferguson, Jr. Bar Association, spoke in support of Agenda Item 2B3, and noted his organization looked forward to working with Legal Services of Greater Miami.
-Mr. James Kohnstamm, Executive Vice President of the Miami-Dade Beacon Council, 80 SW 8th Street, Miami, FL, spoke in support of Agenda Items 3B3 and 3B4. He noted with the Board�s support the Beacon Council hoped to announce the major technology job creation project cementing Miami as a global technology hub; and expressed appreciation to Commissioner Higgins and Mayor Levine Cava for their leadership.
-Ms. Emmanuella Telfort, 1175 NE 125th Street, Suite 206, North Miami, FL, appeared on behalf of the Haitian Lawyers Association, Inc., and spoke in support of Agenda Item 2B3.
-Ms. Michael�s Saint-Vil, 1175 NE 125th Street, Suite 206, North Miami, FL,; Co-Chair for Community Outreach and Treasurer for the Haitian Lawyers Association, Inc.; spoke in in support of Agenda Item 2B3.
There being no one else wishing to speak, Vice Chairman Rodriguez closed the reasonable opportunity to be heard.
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MOTION TO SET THE AGENDA AND "PULL LIST"
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REPORT:
County Attorney Geri Bonzon-Keenan indicated the following preliminary changes to today�s (2/21) agenda:
Commissioner Cohen Higgins requested to add Agenda Item 2B2 to the Pull List;
Commissioners Garcia and Cohen Higgins requested to add their names to the Pull List for Agenda Item 2B3;
Commissioner Regalado requested to add Agenda Item 3B5 to the Pull List;
Commissioners Garcia and McGhee requested to add Agenda Item 10A1 to the Pull List; and
Commissioner Garcia requested to be listed as a co-sponsor to Agenda Items 11A1 and 11A2.
County Attorney Bonzon-Keenan advised the items to be considered at today�s meeting would be those listed on the final agenda with the additions, deferrals, withdrawals, and scrivener�s errors noted in the Chair�s memorandum entitled �Changes Sheet� dated February 21, 2023; including the aforementioned requests. The Board would approve all of those items by single vote, setting the agenda except for Ordinances for First Reading, Public Hearings items, Agenda Item 8A1, a commercial service Airport contract which pursuant to Florida Statutes must be voted on separately and was not on the Pull List; and the following Pull List items: 2B2, 2B3, 3B3, 3B4, 3B5 and 10A1.
It was moved by Commissioner Cohen Higgins that the Board adopt today�s (2/21) BCC meeting agenda along with the changes noted in the Chair�s memorandum, and the additional changes noted by County Attorney Bonzon-Keenan. This motion was seconded by Commissioner Regalado, and upon being put to a vote, passed by a vote of 10-0 (Commissioners Cabrera, Hardemon and Vice Chairman Gilbert III were absent).
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OFFICE OF COMMISSION AUDITOR
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OFFICE OF INTERGOVERNMENTAL AFFAIRS
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OFFICE OF COMMUNITY ADVOCACY
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MAYORAL ISSUES
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MAYORAL VETOES
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MAYORAL REPORTS
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Report
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REPORT REGARDING TRANSITION AGREEMENTS FOR NEW CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICES � A COMBINED RESPONSE TO DIRECTIVES 221086, 221017, 221018, AND 221381(Mayor)
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Accepted
Report
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 10 - 0
Absent, OCB: Cabrera
Excused: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
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Report
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REPORT IDENTIFYING ANY CONTRACTS THAT HAVE BEEN AWARDED BY THE BOARD BUT HAVE NOT BEEN EXECUTED BY THE COUNTY MAYOR AND FOR WHICH A WORK OR PURCHASE ORDER HAVE NOT BEEN ISSUED AND ANY TWO-STEP PROCUREMENTS WHERE THE PROPOSERS HAVE BEEN SHORTLISTED BUT NOT EVALUATED DURING THE SECOND STEP � DIRECTIVE NO. 220656(Mayor)
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Deferred
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March 7, 2023
Report
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 10 - 0
Absent, OCB: Cabrera
Excused: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
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REPORT:
Commissioner Cohen Higgins stated she was having discussions with the County Administration regarding the foregoing report and requested that it be deferred to the March 7, 2023 Board meeting for amendments.
The Board by motion duly made, seconded and carried, voted to defer the foregoing item to the March 7, 2023 Board of County Commissioners (BCC) meeting.
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2B3
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230296
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Report
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COMMUNITY NEEDS ASSESSMENT REGARDING LEGAL ASSISTANCE FOR EVICTIONS - DIRECTIVE NO. 221754(Mayor)
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Deferred
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March 7, 2023
Report
Mover: Eileen Higgins
Seconder: Kionne L. McGhee
Vote: 10 - 0
Absent, OCB: Cabrera
Excused: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
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REPORT:
Commissioner Bastien thanked Commissioners Higgins and Commissioner McGhee for their work on Resolution No. R-711-22 which directed administration to prepare the foregoing report. She expressed her appreciation that bona fide organizations such as such as Legal Services of Greater Miami Inc. (LSGMI), the Cuban Bar Association (CABA), Dade Legal Aid, Miami Workers Center, the Haitian Lawyers Association and the Wilkie D. Ferguson, Jr. Association, were included in the eviction pilot program. Commissioner Bastien also thanked the administration for including cultural and linguistic support to non-English speakers.
Commissioner Bastien commented on the importance of not causing undue burden for resident participants and requested neighborhood organizations provide support for screening residents to be part of the program. She also requested recommendations be provided on the allocations moving forward.
Commissioner Bastien commented on the housing crisis and requested the report not be delayed due to its urgency and importance. She acknowledged the work performed by different entities and community-based organizations (CBOS), and requested the County Administration conduct due diligence to meet with the partners so that a pilot project could be developed and agreed upon by the Board of County Commissioners (Board).
Commissioner Higgins explained that six months ago the Board directed the administration to conduct a strategic analysis to determine where funds, already approved in the budget, would be best spent to provide legal assistance to residents in diverse communities facing evictions. She expressed concern that the Board members had recently received an updated report and suggested the Board defer the forgoing report to allow the Mayor to conduct a thorough analysis.
Commissioner Garcia echoed some of Commissioner Higgins� sentiments. He spoke on the need for providing easier access to individuals who needed assistance, and stated that he called LSGMI�s number various times without receiving a response. Commissioner Garcia said the telephone number directed him to go online and fill out a form; however, he pointed out that many of the individuals who required assistance did not have access to online services. He requested a representative of LSGMI explain how they provided easier access for individuals.
Mayor Levine Cava stated this was done originally with LSGMI as the lead to work with other community legal service groups and outreach groups. She noted Ms. Monica Vigues-Pitan was available to respond to questions on behalf of LSGMI.
Ms. Monica Vigues-Pitan, Executive Director, Legal Services of Greater Miami, 4343 West Flagler Street, Miami, FL, explained that LSGMI had walk-in, telephone and online intake. She stated online service was available 24 hours, seven days per week; while walk-in intake was performed twice weekly, and telephone intake four times weekly in the afternoons. Ms. Vigues-Pitan advised that intake staff were either bilingual or trilingual and translators were on staff.
In response to further questions from Commissioner Garcia, Ms. Vigues-Pitan stated that individuals could apply for services at 4343 West Flagler Street, and LSGMI conducted on-site intake at various community centers. She advised that LSGMI would be available in Community Resource Centers as part of the proposal.
Commissioner Garcia indicated his support for deferring the item until all the issues were clarified.
Commissioner Regalado expressed frustration that the foregoing report was missing information regarding foreclosures and evictions. She stated that quarterly foreclosures and evictions reports compiled by the Clerk of the Courts were available and opined that if the Board would be providing funding for legal services it should be tied to these reports to indicate the number of people who were being assisted with the funding.
Commissioner Regalado requested the administration update the foregoing report to include: (1) the quarterly foreclosure and evictions reports compiled by the Clerk of the Courts; and (2) information regarding the evictions website resource developed in conjunction with the 11th Judicial Circuit during the COVID-19 pandemic. She asked the County administration to ensure this data was included in the foregoing report; and that additional information was provided on the reporting based on the data and established needs. Commissioner Regalado also asked that organizations receiving County-funding to provide assistance utilize this data. She stated the County�s partners should direct individuals to this resource.
Commissioner Regalado requested a distinction be made between the legal assistance provided by the Office of Housing Advocacy (OHA) and LSGMI to prevent duplication of services.
Commissioner Cohen Higgins requested confirmation that the administration was not handling eviction cases but was partnering with LSGMI.
Mayor Levine Cava outlined the services provided by OHA which included: screening calls, referring residents to the various legal services programs, training with local community groups, helping residents navigate the CourtHELP website, answering registration questions, providing assistance to residents in need of housing, and partnering with the Homeless Trust. She noted that while the OHA had handled more than 3,000 cases, the office did not represent individuals legally but collaborated with LSGMI.
Discussion between Commissioner Cohen Higgins and Mayor Levine Cava ensued regarding the funding allocation for the eviction diversion pilot program.
Mayor Levine Cava recognized the concerns raised by Commissioner Cohen Higgins regarding continued County funding, but noted LSGMI had also received private, non-profit philanthropic funding. She assured the Board members that the administration would continue to work with all the organizations to seek additional funding.
Commissioner Cohen Higgins stated that it was important for the community and the funding recipients to understand that this was a one-time allocation, and not an annual entitlement unless funding could be identified elsewhere. She expressed concern regarding the allocation of millions of dollars without a competitive process.
Commissioner Cohen Higgins noted that she had no issue with the organizations that had been identified; however, there were no allocations for other organizations such as the Miami-Dade Bar Association and the Florida Association of Women Lawyers. She voiced concern that the Board received a report on February 10, 2023 identifying certain organizations and eight days later several new organizations were added. Commissioner Cohen Higgins inquired whether the administration contacted the Miami-Dade Bar Association and the Florida Association of Women Lawyers to determine if they could also provide assistance.
Mayor Levine Cava stated this item was part of a budget amendment process and the administration did not want to delay getting the money into the community. She noted it was a collaborative process with outreach to the groups that provided the assistance, and spoke about the effort to develop an agreeable plan. Mayor Levine Cava acknowledged some additional groups were identified last week and the administration attempted to work with the other groups to find a way to accommodate them.
Mayor Levine Cava stated the evictions reports were referenced in her memorandum to the Board, as well as CourtHELP and the other programs that were being administered. She remarked that it was a collaborative, comprehensive approach that had involved all key stakeholders. Mayor Levine Cava stated that outreach was done with the groups Commissioner Cohen Higgins mentioned and they agreed to this approach.
In response to Commissioner Cohen Higgins� request for confirmation that LSGMI provided pro bono legal services, Ms. Monica Vigues-Pitan stated that LSGMI had approximately 32 full-time attorneys who provided direct legal assistance to clients at no charge. She added that the bar associations would leverage their membership and connections to acquire private bar attorneys who would be providing pro bono assistance.
Commissioner Cohen Higgins requested clarification from the organizations receiving funding, as to how the funds would be utilized.
Ms. Alana Greer, Director, Community Justice Project (CJP), 3000 Biscayne Boulevard, Miami, FL, stated CJP would be helping with coordination and creating data dashboards, and helping the various groups work together to make this an effective project. She noted CJP had begun work and hoped to continue doing so with the grant, to obtain data from the courts on a weekly basis which would allow their partners to conduct direct outreach to supplement some of the access issues.
Ms. Santra Denis, Executive Director, Miami Workers Center (MWC), 745 NW 54th Street, Miami, FL explained that MWC conducted door to door canvassing utilizing the evictions list. She stated it was MWC�s intent to provide the program in each Commission District to ensure that residents facing evictions understood their rights and could be connected to MWC�s legal providers. Ms. Denis noted MWC believed bringing the other bar associations on board was an opportunity to streamline the process, to address issues that may arise.
Commissioner Cohen Higgins requested the administration prepare and submit a report to the Board of County Commissioners, following the expiration of the local Eviction Diversion Pilot program administered by non-profit partner (LSGMI), detailing how funding was allocated and spent; and to update the notice included in the Tenant Bill of Rights with contact information for organizations receiving funding.
Commissioner Bermudez suggested a matrix be established to allow the Board to periodically analyze the project and to confirm its effectiveness at the end. He noted it was his understanding that a distinction existed between the Cuban American Bar Association (CABA) pro bono organization and other legal organizations that did not have permanent projects but employed permanent lawyers.
Ms. Vigues-Pitan, LSGMI, explained that CABA pro bono was an existing legal aid organization which provided direct legal assistance and facilitated pro bono legal assistance with individuals from the private bar. She noted CABA had attorneys on staff and stated LSGMI envisioned subcontracting with the bar associations to facilitate engagement of attorneys to perform pro bono eviction defense cases; data collection and a matrix.
Commissioner Bermudez stated that he shared his colleagues� concerns regarding funding expenditure for the project; and wanted to note the distinction between a legal aid and non-legal aid organization.
Ms. Vigues-Pitan mentioned that LSGMI reached out to existing legal aid providers in the County when the concept of this project began to determine who had the capacity and willingness to be engaged, and CABA Pro Bono was the only legal aid to respond. She noted LSGMI believed in collaboration and welcomed opportunities to engage new and effective partners.
Commissioner McGhee thanked the LSGMI, the Miami Workers Center, CABA Pro Bono, the Haitian Lawyers Association and the Wilkie D. Ferguson, Jr. Bar Association for their work in the community and noted the monetary value was far less than these organizations� efforts. He thanked Mayor Levine Cava for the report which he noted was conclusive, and Commissioner Bastien for identifying issues which he opined would be resolved through her amendment.
Commissioner McGhee observed that the South area was not taken into account and noted there were agencies in the South that were willing to assist LSGMI with locating individuals who were faced with evictions. He noted LSGMI allowed residents to remedy their situation without court intervention which was far more beneficial; and there was an explosion of legal and non-legal evictions which must be addressed. Commissioner McGhee asked LSGMI to identify in their next report, a coalition of South Dade community leaders who had the expertise, assessment and knowledge of bringing forth individuals LSGMI were seeking to assist.
Commissioner McGhee indicated that he would support the foregoing report being deferred.
Commissioner Higgins spoke on the need to defer the foregoing report to the March 7, 2023 Board meeting due to its importance to residents and communities. She suggested her colleagues meet with staff to address further questions.
Commissioner Regalado requested Yinka Majekodunmi, Commission Auditor, to prepare and provide the Board with an analysis of eviction numbers over the last two years. She also requested a clear delineation on how the funds were being used by the Office of Housing Advocacy and LSGMI; and a focus on organizations that had existing infrastructure such as CABA Pro Bono Services and LSGMI. Commissioner Regalado pointed out that providing legal services did not prevent evictions but assisted with the process. She expressed her hope that cases were being distinguished so that when the reports came back, the Board could see what was being done with the money and provide accountability.
Commissioner Gonzalez commended Commissioner Higgins for bringing this item forward, and the Mayor for providing the report. He noted many residents throughout Miami-Dade County were being evicted and needed legal representation. Commissioner Gonzalez stated he would like to meet with the Miami Workers Center as much of this work could be done without attorney intervention. He noted he would support the foregoing report being deferred.
Commissioner Bastien commented on the urgency of the item and the changing face of homelessness in the County. She spoke about the �unhoused� crisis and recognized the work done by County partners to help this vulnerable population. She urged the administration to prioritize meeting with the partners and stakeholders to develop a comprehensive pilot program.
Hearing no further questions or comments, the Board by motion duly made, seconded and carried, voted to defer the foregoing item to the March 7, 2023 Board of County Commissioners (BCC) meeting.
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2C
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OTHER ISSUES
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CONSENT ITEMS
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3A
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COMMISSIONER CONSENT ITEMS
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3A1
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230190
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Resolution
 Clerk's Official Copy
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Micky Steinberg
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RESOLUTION RETROACTIVELY AUTHORIZING IN-KIND SERVICES FROM THE PARKS, RECREATION AND OPEN SPACES DEPARTMENT FOR THE �NORTH BAY VILLAGE STATE OF THE VILLAGE� EVENT HELD ON JANUARY 23, 2023, SPONSORED BY NORTH BAY VILLAGE IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $325.00 TO BE FUNDED FROM THE BALANCE OF THE DISTRICT 4 FY 2022-23 IN-KIND RESERVE
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Adopted
Resolution R-117-23
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 10 - 0
Absent, OCB: Cabrera
Excused: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
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3A2
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230240
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Resolution
Clerk's Official Copy
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Micky Steinberg
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RESOLUTION RETROACTIVELY AUTHORIZING IN-KIND SERVICES FROM THE PARKS, RECREATION AND OPEN SPACES DEPARTMENT FOR THE JANUARY 27 THROUGH JANUARY 29, 2023 �45TH ANNUAL EVERGLADES BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL� SPONSORED BY THE SOUTH FLORIDA BLUEGRASS ASSOCIATION, INC. IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $4,200.00 TO BE FUNDED FROM THE BALANCE OF THE DISTRICT 4 FY 2022-23 IN-KIND RESERVE
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Adopted
Resolution R-118-23
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 10 - 0
Absent, OCB: Cabrera
Excused: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
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3A3
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230258
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Resolution
Clerk's Official Copy
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Marleine Bastien
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RESOLUTION APPROVING ALLOCATION FROM THE FY 2022-23 DISTRICT 2 CBO DISCRETIONARY RESERVE
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Adopted
Resolution R-119-23
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 10 - 0
Absent, OCB: Cabrera
Excused: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
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230259
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Resolution
Clerk's Official Copy
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Danielle Cohen Higgins
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RESOLUTION APPROVING ALLOCATIONS FROM THE FY 2022-23 DISTRICT 8 CBO DISCRETIONARY RESERVE
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Adopted
Resolution R-120-23
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 10 - 0
Absent, OCB: Cabrera
Excused: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
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3A5
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230267
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Resolution
Clerk's Official Copy
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Oliver G. Gilbert, III
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RESOLUTION APPROVING ALLOCATIONS FROM THE FY 2022-23 DISTRICT 1 CBO DISCRETIONARY RESERVE
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Adopted
Resolution R-121-23
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 10 - 0
Absent, OCB: Cabrera
Excused: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
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230269
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Resolution
Clerk's Official Copy
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Kevin Marino Cabrera
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RESOLUTION APPROVING ALLOCATIONS FROM THE FY 2022-23 DISTRICT 6 CBO DISCRETIONARY RESERVE
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Adopted
Resolution R-122-23
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 10 - 0
Absent, OCB: Cabrera
Excused: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
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DEPARTMENTAL CONSENT ITEMS
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230234
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Resolution
Clerk's Official Copy
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RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING SUBMITTAL OF A GRANT APPLICATION TO THE FLORIDA INLAND NAVIGATION DISTRICT, (FIND) WATERWAYS ASSISTANCE PROGRAM FOR UP TO $60,000.00 WITH MATCHING COUNTY FUNDS UP TO $142,640.00 FUNDED FROM THE PARKS & RECREATION CHAPMAN FIELD TRUST FOR KAYAK LAUNCH FLOATING DOCK REPLACEMENT PHASE I AT CHAPMAN FIELD PARK, AND FURTHER AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO RECEIVE AND EXPEND FUNDS, AND EXECUTE GRANT AWARD AGREEMENTS, CERTAIN AMENDMENTS AND OTHER DOCUMENTS AS REQUIRED BY FIND AND THE GRANT(Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces)
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Adopted
Resolution R-123-23
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 10 - 0
Absent, OCB: Cabrera
Excused: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
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230236
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Resolution
Clerk's Official Copy
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RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING SUBMITTAL OF A GRANT APPLICATION TO THE FLORIDA INLAND NAVIGATION DISTRICT, (FIND) WATERWAYS ASSISTANCE PROGRAM FOR UP TO $102,500.00 WITH MATCHING COUNTY FUNDS UP TO $188,463.00 FUNDED FROM COUNTYWIDE INFRASTRUCTURE INVESTMENT PROGRAM (CIIP) FOR BOAT RAMP RESTROOM DESIGN PHASE I AT PELICAN HARBOR MARINA, AND FURTHER AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO RECEIVE AND EXPEND FUNDS, AND EXECUTE GRANT AWARD AGREEMENTS, CERTAIN AMENDMENTS AND OTHER DOCUMENTS AS REQUIRED BY FIND AND THE GRANT(Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces)
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Adopted
Resolution R-124-23
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 10 - 0
Absent, OCB: Cabrera
Excused: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
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230242
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Resolution
Clerk's Official Copy
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Eileen Higgins
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RESOLUTION APPROVING CONFIDENTIAL PROJECT XRAY AS A TARGETED JOBS INCENTIVE FUND PROGRAM BUSINESS PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 2, ARTICLE LXXXVI OF THE CODE OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA; CONFIRMING THAT THE COMMITMENT OF INCENTIVE AWARDS FOR CONFIDENTIAL PROJECT XRAY EXISTS; PROVIDING AN APPROPRIATION OF UP TO $313,151.00 FROM COUNTYWIDE GENERAL FUND REVENUES FOR FISCAL YEARS 2023-24 THROUGH 2032-33; AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO MAKE NON-SUBSTANTIVE MODIFICATIONS OR TO MODIFY THE JOB CREATION AND DISBURSEMENT DATES TIMELINE, AND TO EXECUTE ALL CONTRACTS, AGREEMENTS AND AMENDMENTS, AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE(Regulatory and Economic Resources)
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Adopted
Resolution R-125-23
Mover: Eileen Higgins
Seconder: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Vote: 10 - 0
Absent, OCB: Cabrera
Excused: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
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REPORT:
Commissioner Bastien indicated her support for the item and stated her intent to meet with representatives of Confidential Project Xray (Company) to get additional information as to the Company�s intent to hire students from Miami-Dade County and other area universities, the type of training that would be required and how the company would be held accountable.
There being no further discussion, the Board proceeded to vote on the foregoing resolution, as presented.
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230243
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Resolution
Clerk's Official Copy
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Eileen Higgins
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RESOLUTION APPROVING CONFIDENTIAL PROJECT XRAY AS A MIAMI-DADE RELOCATION AND EXPANSION INCENTIVES PROGRAM (REIP) BUSINESS PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 2, ARTICLE LXXXVI OF THE CODE OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA; AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE THE APPLICATION AND AGREEMENT FOR REIP BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY AND CONFIDENTIAL PROJECT XRAY; CONFIRMING THAT THE COMMITMENT OF INCENTIVE AWARDS FOR CONFIDENTIAL PROJECT XRAY EXISTS; PROVIDING AN APPROPRIATION OF UP TO $4,250,000.00 FROM COUNTYWIDE GENERAL FUND REVENUES FOR FISCAL YEARS 2023-24 THROUGH 2027-28; AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO MAKE NON-SUBSTANTIVE MODIFICATIONS OR TO MODIFY THE JOB CREATION AND DISBURSEMENT DATES TIMELINE, AND TO EXECUTE ALL CONTRACTS, AGREEMENTS AND AMENDMENTS, AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE(Regulatory and Economic Resources)
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Adopted
Resolution R-126-23
Mover: Eileen Higgins
Seconder: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Vote: 10 - 0
Absent, OCB: Cabrera
Excused: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
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REPORT:
Commissioner Bastien requested to release Agenda Item 3B4 from the Pull List as she spoke of the same issues on Item 3B3.
There being no further discussion, the Board proceeded to vote on the foregoing resolution, as presented.
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3B5
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230148
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Resolution
Clerk's Official Copy
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RESOLUTION APPROVING TERMS OF AND AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE A STATE FUNDED GRANT AGREEMENT BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY AND THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR $3,000,000.00 IN STATE LOCAL TRANSPORTATION PROJECTS FUNDING TO PROVIDE PLANNING AND DESIGN SERVICES FOR THE SOUTH DADE TRAIL PROJECT INTENDED TO PROVIDE PEDESTRIAN AND BICYCLIST ACCESS TO THE TRANSIT SERVICES ALONG THE SOUTH DADE TRANSITWAY; AUTHORIZING THE RECEIPT AND EXPENDITURE OF FUNDS AS SPECIFIED IN THE AGREEMENT; AND AUTHORIZING THE RECEIPT AND EXPENDITURE OF ANY ADDITIONAL FUNDS AS SPECIFIED IN THE AGREEMENT SHOULD THEY BECOME AVAILABLE(Transportation and Public Works)
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Adopted
Resolution R-127-23
Mover: Raquel A. Regalado
Seconder: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: McGhee
Absent, OCB: Cabrera
Excused: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
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REPORT:
Commissioner Regalado stated the foregoing proposed resolution involved three Commission Districts and the South Dade Trail project did not have a founding group. She noted the South Dade Trail in her Commission District was adjacent mainly to commercial areas which was different from being adjacent to residential areas. Commissioner Regalado suggested the resolution be amended to include community meetings for input, and consideration given to lessons learned from the Underline and the Ludlam Trail projects. She further suggested staff continue with a pedestrian path and a mobility/bike path in continuity with the Underline.
In response to Commissioner Regalado�s suggestion regarding community input, Mr. Eulois Cleckley, Director, Department of Transportation and Public Works, stated that public outreach was part of the project�s design scope; and staff would consider the lessons learned from the Underline to ensure proper planning and design occurred. He assured Commissioner Regalado that in-person and virtual meetings would be part of the consultant�s scope. Mr. Cleckley stated that previous planning efforts would be integrated into this project.
Commissioner Regalado asked Mr. Cleckley to also consider the lessons learned from the work that transpired along the Ludlam Trail.
Commissioner Regalado requested to hold a Sunshine meeting with Commissioners Cohen Higgins and McGhee to discuss their vision and timelines for the South Dade Trail project. She also mentioned potential park impact fees related to the resolution.
There being no further discussion, the Board proceeded to vote on the foregoing resolution, as presented.
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4
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ORDINANCES FOR FIRST READING
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4A
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230218
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Ordinance
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ORDINANCE APPROVING, ADOPTING AND RATIFYING FISCAL YEAR 2021-22 END-OF-YEAR SUPPLEMENTAL BUDGET ADJUSTMENTS AND AMENDMENTS FOR VARIOUS COUNTY DEPARTMENTS AND FUNDS; AMENDING ORDINANCE NOS. 21-93, 21-95, AND 21-98 TO MAKE BUDGET ADJUSTMENTS; RATIFYING AND APPROVING IMPLEMENTING ORDERS AND OTHER BOARD ACTIONS WHICH SET FEES, CHARGES AND ASSESSMENTS FOR FY 2021-22; APPROPRIATING GRANT, DONATION AND CONTRIBUTION FUNDS FOR FY 2021-22; PROVIDING SEVERABILITY, EXCLUSION FROM THE COUNTY CODE, AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE(Office of Management and Budget)
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Adopted on first reading
Public Hearing:
April 4, 2023
Ordinance 23-20
Mover: Sen. Rene Garcia
Seconder: Eileen Higgins
Vote: 10 - 0
Absent, OCB: Cabrera
Excused: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
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REPORT:
County Attorney Geri Bonzon-Keenan read the foregoing proposed ordinance into the record.
The foregoing proposed ordinance was adopted on first reading and scheduled for a public hearing before the Board of County Commissioners (Board) meeting to be held on Tuesday, April 4, 2023 at 9:30 a.m.
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4B
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230232
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Ordinance
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ORDINANCE CREATING AND ESTABLISHING A SPECIAL TAXING DISTRICT IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, GENERALLY BOUNDED ON THE NORTH BY SW 288 STREET (BISCAYNE DRIVE), ON THE EAST BY SW 162 AVENUE, ON THE SOUTH BY HARRIET TUBMAN HIGHWAY, AND ON THE WEST BY CANAL C-103 RIGHT-OF-WAY, KNOWN AND DESCRIBED AS STEIN ASSEMBLAGE MULTIPURPOSE MAINTENANCE AND STREET LIGHTING SPECIAL TAXING DISTRICT; IDENTIFYING SERVICES TO BE PROVIDED; AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR'S 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 HOMESTEAD ENERGY SERVICES AND AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR'S 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)
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Adopted on first reading
Public Hearing:
April 4, 2023
Ordinance 23-21
Mover: Sen. Rene Garcia
Seconder: Eileen Higgins
Vote: 10 - 0
Absent, OCB: Cabrera
Excused: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
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REPORT:
County Attorney Geri Bonzon-Keenan read the foregoing proposed ordinance into the record.
The foregoing proposed ordinance was adopted on first reading and scheduled for a public hearing before the Board of County Commissioners (Board) meeting to be held on Tuesday, April 4, 2023 at 9:30 a.m.
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5
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PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 9:30 a.m.)
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5A
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221928
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Resolution
Clerk's Official Copy
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Transportation, Mobility, and Planning Cmte.
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RESOLUTION GRANTING PETITION TO CLOSE A PORTION OF RIGHT-OF-WAY ALONG NW NORTH RIVER DRIVE FROM APPROXIMATELY 250 FEET NORTHWEST OF NW 27 STREET SOUTHEAST FOR APPROXIMATELY 593 FEET (VACATION OF RIGHT-OF-WAY PETITION NO. P-977) FILED BY GREENACRES, LLC(Transportation and Public Works)
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Adopted
Resolution R-128-23
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Eileen Higgins
Vote: 10 - 0
Absent, OCB: Cabrera
Excused: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
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REPORT:
County Attorney Geri Bonzon-Keenan read the title of the foregoing proposed resolution into the record.
Vice Chairman Rodriguez opened the public hearing. There being no one wishing to speak on the foregoing item, Vice Chairman Rodriguez closed the public hearing.
Hearing no questions or comments, the Board proceeded to vote on the foregoing proposed resolution as presented.
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11/7/2022
Meeting cancelled by the Transportation, Mobility, and Planning Cmte.
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1/9/2023
Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Transportation, Mobility, and Planning Cmte.
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5B
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230095
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Resolution
Clerk's Official Copy
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RESOLUTION TAKING ACTION ON A CLASS I PERMIT APPLICATION BY 268 BAL BAY DRIVE, LLC FOR THE FILLING OF TIDAL WATERS IN ASSOCIATION WITH THE INSTALLATION OF A NEW SEAWALL AND FOR THE INSTALLATION OF A SEAWALL CAP, BATTER AND KING PILES, RIPRAP, DOCK, FENDER PILES, AND A DECKED OVER DUAL JET-SKI LIFT LOCATED AT 268 BAL BAY DRIVE, BAL HARBOUR VILLAGE, MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA(Regulatory and Economic Resources)
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Adopted
Resolution R-129-23
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Eileen Higgins
Vote: 10 - 0
Absent, OCB: Cabrera
Excused: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
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REPORT:
County Attorney Geri Bonzon-Keenan read the title of the foregoing proposed resolution into the record.
Vice Chairman Rodriguez opened the public hearing. There being no one wishing to speak on the foregoing item, Vice Chairman Rodriguez closed the public hearing.
Hearing no questions or comments, the Board proceeded to vote on the foregoing proposed resolution as presented.
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5C
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230246
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Resolution
Clerk's Official Copy
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RESOLUTION TAKING ACTION ON A CLASS I PERMIT APPLICATION AND REQUEST FOR A VARIANCE BY FLORIDA POWER AND LIGHT COMPANY FOR THE TEMPORARY STAGING OF TRANSMISSION LINES IN TIDAL WATERS ALONG THE MACARTHUR CAUSEWAY, MIAMI BEACH, MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA(Regulatory and Economic Resources)
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Adopted
Resolution R-130-23
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Eileen Higgins
Vote: 10 - 0
Absent, OCB: Cabrera
Excused: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
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REPORT:
County Attorney Geri Bonzon-Keenan read the title of the foregoing proposed resolution into the record.
Vice Chairman Rodriguez opened the public hearing. There being no one wishing to speak on the foregoing item, Vice Chairman Rodriguez closed the public hearing.
Hearing no questions or comments, the Board proceeded to vote on the foregoing proposed resolution as presented.
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5D
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230096
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Resolution
Clerk's Official Copy
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RESOLUTION APPROVING THE PLAT OF AHS OLD CUTLER SOUTH, FILED BY VILLAGE AT OLD CUTLER, LLC, LOCATED IN THE WEST 1/2 OF SECTION 17, TOWNSHIP 56 SOUTH, RANGE 40 EAST (BOUNDED ON THE NORTH BY OLD CUTLER ROAD, ON THE EAST BY FLORIDA�S TURNPIKE, ON THE SOUTH APPROXIMATELY 140 FEET NORTH OF SW 228 TERRACE, AND ON THE WEST BY SW 107 AVENUE)(Regulatory and Economic Resources)
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Adopted
Resolution R-131-23
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Eileen Higgins
Vote: 10 - 0
Absent, OCB: Cabrera
Excused: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
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REPORT:
County Attorney Geri Bonzon-Keenan read the title of the foregoing proposed resolution into the record.
Vice Chairman Rodriguez opened the public hearing.
All person(s) appearing to speak were sworn-in by Judy Marsh, Deputy Clerk, Clerk of the Board Division, prior to addressing the Board.
-Mr. Rafael Antonio Gomez, 7403 SW 82nd Street, Miami, FL, spoke regarding space for truckers in South Dade and observed a moment of silence for former President Donald Trump.
Seeing no one else come forward, the public hearing was closed.
Hearing no questions or comments, the Board proceeded to vote on the foregoing proposed resolution as presented.
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5E
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230142
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Resolution
Clerk's Official Copy
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RESOLUTION APPROVING THE PLAT OF AHS OLD CUTLER NORTH, FILED BY VILLAGE AT OLD CUTLER, LLC, LOCATED IN THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 17, TOWNSHIP 56 SOUTH, RANGE 40 EAST (BOUNDED ON THE NORTH BY SW 216 STREET, ON THE EAST BY FLORIDA�S TURNPIKE, ON THE SOUTH BY OLD CUTLER ROAD, AND ON THE WEST BY SW 107 AVENUE)(Regulatory and Economic Resources)
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Adopted
Resolution R-132-23
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Eileen Higgins
Vote: 10 - 0
Absent, OCB: Cabrera
Excused: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
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REPORT:
County Attorney Geri Bonzon-Keenan read the title of the foregoing proposed resolution into the record.
Vice Chairman Rodriguez opened the public hearing. There being no one wishing to speak on the foregoing item, Vice Chairman Rodriguez closed the public hearing.
Hearing no questions or comments, the Board proceeded to vote on the foregoing proposed resolution as presented.
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6A
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CHAIRPERSON OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
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6B
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POLICY MATTERS FOR DISCUSSION BY THE BOARD
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7
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ORDINANCES SET FOR SECOND READING
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8
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DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS
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8A
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AVIATION DEPARTMENT
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8A1
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230231
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Resolution
Clerk's Official Copy
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RESOLUTION RATIFYING THE ACCEPTANCE AND EXECUTION OF (1) AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION GRANT AGREEMENT NO. 436692-1-94-02 INCREASING GRANT AMOUNT BY UP TO AN ADDITIONAL $2,000,000.00 FOR THE MIAMI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT OPERATIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS CENTER PROJECT; (2) FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION GRANT AGREEMENT NO. 451258-1-94-01 IN AN AMOUNT UP TO $1,708,560.00 FOR THE MIAMI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT LOWER CC E, E SATELLITE, AND DE CONNECTOR IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT, AND (3) FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION GRANT AGREEMENT NO. 451250-1-94-01 IN AN AMOUNT UP TO $1,683,015.00 FOR THE MIAMI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT PERIMETER PROTECTION PROJECT; AND AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXERCISE ALL PROVISION CONTAINED IN SAID AGREEMENTS, INCLUDING THE TERMINATION PROVISIONS(Aviation Department)
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Adopted
Resolution R-133-23
Mover: Eileen Higgins
Seconder: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Vote: 10 - 0
Absent, OCB: Cabrera
Excused: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
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8B thru 8E
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(No items were submitted for these sections.)
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8F1
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INTERNAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT
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8F1
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230346
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Resolution
Clerk's Official Copy
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Anthony Rodriguez
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RESOLUTION APPROVING, PURSUANT TO SECTION 125.031, FLORIDA STATUTES, THE TERMS OF AND AUTHORIZING EXECUTION BY THE COUNTY MAYOR OR THE COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE OF A LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN SNAPPER CREEK SHOPPING CENTER, LTD., A FLORIDA LIMITED PARTNERSHIP AND A SUBSIDIARY OF SNAPPER CREEK INC., AS LANDLORD, AND MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, AS TENANT, FOR PREMISES LOCATED AT 7142-7146 SW 117 AVENUE, IN UNINCORPORATED MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, TO BE UTILIZED BY THE COUNTY AS A DISTRICT OFFICE FOR COUNTY COMMISSION DISTRICT 10, FOR A FOUR-YEAR TERM, WITH ONE, FOUR-YEAR OPTION TO RENEW, HAVING AN ESTIMATED FISCAL IMPACT TO THE COUNTY OF $989,726.43 FOR THE EIGHT YEAR PERIOD, INCLUDING BASE RENT, OPERATING EXPENSES, LEASE MANAGEMENT FEES, UTILITIES, MAINTENANCE EXPENSES, AND TENANT IMPROVEMENTS; AND AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO TAKE ALL ACTIONS NECESSARY TO EXERCISE ALL RIGHTS CONFERRED IN THE LEASE AGREEMENT AND TO TAKE ALL ACTIONS NECESSARY TO EFFECTUATE SAME(Internal Services)
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Adopted
Resolution R-116-23
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 10 - 0
Absent, OCB: Cabrera
Excused: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
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2/17/2023
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
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8G thru 8N
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(No items were submitted for these sections.)
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8O
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WATER & SEWER DEPARTMENT
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8O1
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230195
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Resolution
Clerk's Official Copy
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RESOLUTION RATIFYING AWARD OF A CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT TO POOLE & KENT COMPANY OF FLORIDA FOR HVAC IMPROVEMENTS � PACKAGE �C� EFFLUENT PUMP STATION BACK UP CHILLER ADDITION, NORTH FILTER BUILDING SUBSTATION 23 AND 24, AND SOUTH FILTER BUILDING SUBSTATION 27 AND 28F, CONTRACT NO. S-981, PURSUANT TO SECTION 2-8.2.12 OF THE CODE OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, MIAMI-DADE WATER AND SEWER DEPARTMENT�S CONSENT DECREE AND CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS, IN A TOTAL AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $6,118,000.00, AND AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXERCISE THE TERMINATION AND OTHER PROVISIONS CONTAINED THEREIN(Water & Sewer Department)
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Adopted
Resolution R-134-23
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 10 - 0
Absent, OCB: Cabrera
Excused: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
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9
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ADDITIONAL DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS
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10
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AUTHORITIES, BOARDS, COUNCILS AND TRUSTS
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10A1
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230083
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Resolution
Clerk's Official Copy
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RESOLUTION RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. R-843-21, AND APPROVING, FOR PURPOSES OF SECTION 147(F) OF THE INTERNAL REVENUE CODE OF 1986, AS AMENDED, THE ISSUANCE OF MULTIFAMILY HOUSING REVENUE DEBT OBLIGATIONS BY THE HOUSING FINANCE AUTHORITY OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, IN ONE OR MORE SERIES, IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $25,500,000.00, THE PROCEEDS OF WHICH WILL BE LOANED TO POAH CUTLER MANOR II, LLC, TO FINANCE A PORTION OF THE ACQUISITION AND CONSTRUCTION OF A MULTIFAMILY HOUSING RENTAL PROJECT TO BE KNOWN AS CUTLER MANOR II(Housing Finance Authority)
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Adopted
Resolution R-135-23
Mover: Sen. Rene Garcia
Seconder: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Vote: 10 - 0
Absent, OCB: Cabrera
Excused: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
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REPORT:
Commissioner Garcia requested to release the foregoing proposed resolution from the Pull List.
There being no further discussion, the Board proceeded to vote on the foregoing resolution, as presented.
Later, during the meeting, Commissioner Mcghee requested the Board reconsider Agenda Item 10A1, as he was not present when it was considered.
It was moved by Commissioner Cohen Higgins to reconsider Agenda Item 10A1. This motion was seconded by Commissioner Garcia and upon being put to vote, passed by a vote of 10-0 (Commissioners Cabrera, Hardemon and Chairman Gilbert III were absent).
Commissioner McGhee noted his expectations relating to the foregoing resolution, including maintaining the current security company; ensuring that any and all security features or indoor assets continuously work properly; and that the right amount of resources were reflected on the balance sheet for the area to ensure great quality of life for residents. He asked that these expectations be reflected in the item which would come back before the Board in a different form.
There being no further discussion, the Board proceeded to vote on the foregoing resolution, as presented.
Commissioner Garcia announced that he and Commissioner Bermudez would be discussing emergency powers in a Sunshine meeting.
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2/7/2023
Deferred by the Board of County Commissioners
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11
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COUNTY COMMISSION
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11A
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RESOLUTIONS
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11A1
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230260
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Resolution
Clerk's Official Copy
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Juan Carlos Bermudez
Sen. Rene Garcia
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RESOLUTION URGING THE FLORIDA LEGISLATURE TO ENACT SENATE BILL (�SB�) 274 OR SIMILAR LEGISLATION THAT WOULD PROVIDE A PATHWAY FOR MILITARY COMBAT MEDICS TO RECEIVE POSTSECONDARY CREDIT AND EDUCATIONAL HOURS FOR THEIR PAST MILITARY TRAINING AND EDUCATION AT ALL FLORIDA UNIVERSITIES, FLORIDA COLLEGE SYSTEM INSTITUTIONS, AND CAREER CENTERS
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Adopted
Resolution R-136-23
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 10 - 0
Absent, OCB: Cabrera
Excused: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
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11A2
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230241
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Resolution
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Roberto J. Gonzalez
Oliver G. Gilbert, III
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RESOLUTION URGING THE FLORIDA LEGISLATURE TO ENACT HOUSE BILL (�HB�) 369, SENATE BILL (�SB�) 446, OR SIMILAR LEGISLATION THAT WOULD PROVIDE ENHANCED CRIMINAL PENALTIES FOR CERTAIN ASSAULT OR BATTERY OFFENSES COMMITTED ON ASSISTANT STATE ATTORNEYS
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Withdrawn
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REPORT:
(See Agenda Item 11A2 Substitute, Legislative File Number 230349)
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11A2 SUBSTITUTE
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230349
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Resolution
Clerk's Official Copy
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Roberto J. Gonzalez
Sen. Rene Garcia
Oliver G. Gilbert, III
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RESOLUTION URGING THE FLORIDA LEGISLATURE TO ENACT SENATE BILL 446 OR SIMILAR LEGISLATION THAT WOULD PROVIDE ENHANCED CRIMINAL PENALTIES FOR CERTAIN ASSAULT OR BATTERY OFFENSES COMMITTED ON ASSISTANT STATE ATTORNEYS [SEE ORIGINAL ITEM UNDER FILE NO. 230241]
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Adopted
Resolution R-137-23
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 10 - 0
Absent, OCB: Cabrera
Excused: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
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11B
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ADDITIONAL BUDGET ALLOCATIONS
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11B1
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230411
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Report
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ALLOCATION OF FISCAL YEAR 2022-23 COMMUNITY-BASED ORGANIZATION (CBO) DISCRETIONARY RESERVE FUND (DISTRICT 4)
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Approved
Report
Mover: Raquel A. Regalado
Seconder: Juan Carlos Bermudez
Vote: 10 - 0
Absent, OCB: Cabrera
Excused: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
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REPORT:
The following funding allocations were made from the FY 2022-23 District 4 CBO Discretionary Reserve funds, as requested by Commissioner Micky Steinberg:
~ $1,500.00 to the Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc.
~ $1,500.00 to The Melissa Institute for Violence Prevention & Treatment, Inc.
~ $1,500.00 to Ellie�s Army, Inc.
~ $1,350.00 to the Chapman Partnership, Inc.
~ $5,000.00 to the South Florida PBA, Inc.
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11B2
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230412
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Report
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ALLOCATIONS RELEASED FOR PAYMENT PROCESSING FROM FISCAL YEAR (FY) 2021-22 DISTRICT 12 OPERATING BUDGET
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Approved
Report
Mover: Raquel A. Regalado
Seconder: Juan Carlos Bermudez
Vote: 10 - 0
Absent, OCB: Cabrera
Excused: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
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REPORT:
The following funding allocations made to the City of Sweetwater from the FY 2021-2022 District 12 Operating Budget funds were previously approved and are now being released for processing of payment, as requested by Commissioner Juan Carlos Bermudez and read into the record by Assistant County Attorney Melanie Spencer:
~ $130,000.00 to Ronseli and Carlow Park EPDM flooring for playground
~ $80,000.00 for swings and multiple slides refurbishing for Ronseli and Carlow Park
~ $95,000.00 for new shade structure for the playground at Ronseli and Carlow Park
~ $200,000.00 for new roof for Jorge Mas Canosa Youth Center at Ronseli and Carlow Park
~ $427,000.00 for Mildred & Claude Pepper Senior Center improvements
~ $200,000.00 for Sweetwater transportation for the elderly
In addition, Assistant County Attorney Melanie Spencer advised that Commissioner Bermudez moved to waive the requirements of R-96-23 to the extent applicable to the motion and direct the County Mayor or County Mayor�s designee to include a provision in the corresponding Interlocal Agreement with the City of Sweetwater requiring the City to place signage indicating that the foregoing projects are funded with County funds allocated by Commissioner Juan Carlos Bermudez.
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11B3
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230413
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Report
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ALLOCATION OF FISCAL YEAR 2022-23 COMMUNITY-BASED ORGANIZATION (CBO) DISCRETIONARY RESERVE FUNDS (DISTRICT 5)
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Approved
Report
Mover: Raquel A. Regalado
Seconder: Juan Carlos Bermudez
Vote: 10 - 0
Absent, OCB: Cabrera
Excused: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
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REPORT:
The following funding allocations were made from the FY 2022-23 District 5 CBO Discretionary Reserve Funds, as requested by Commissioner Eileen Higgins:
~ $2,500.00 for Love Fund, Inc. (South Florida Police Benevolent Fund)
~ $2,500.00 for Parks Foundation of Miami-Dade, Inc. (In the Company of Women)
~ $2,500.00 for St. Sophia Greek Orthodox Community
~ $2,500.00 for Do the Right Thing of Miami, Inc.
~ $1,000.00 for Our Lady of Lebanon Maronite Catholic Church, Inc.
~ $1,000.00 for Junior League of Miami, Inc. (Women Who Make a Difference)
~ $1,500.00 for The Women�s Fund, Inc, (Power of the Purse)
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11B4
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230414
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Report
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ALLOCATION OF FISCAL YEAR 2022-23 COMMUNITY-BASED ORGANIZATION (CBO) DISCRETIONARY RESERVE FUNDS (DISTRICT 9)
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Approved
Report
Mover: Raquel A. Regalado
Seconder: Juan Carlos Bermudez
Vote: 10 - 0
Absent, OCB: Cabrera
Excused: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
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REPORT:
The following funding allocation was made from the FY 2022-23 District 9 CBO Discretionary Reserve Funds, as requested and read into the record by Commissioner Kionne McGhee:
~ $2,500.00 for the Girl Scout Council of Tropical Florida Inc.
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11B5
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230415
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Report
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ALLOCATION OF FISCAL YEAR 2022-23 COMMUNITY-BASED ORGANIZATION (CBO) DISCRETIONARY RESERVE FUNDS (DISTRICT 10)
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Approved
Report
Mover: Raquel A. Regalado
Seconder: Juan Carlos Bermudez
Vote: 10 - 0
Absent, OCB: Cabrera
Excused: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
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REPORT:
The following funding allocation was made from the FY 2022-23 District 10 CBO Discretionary Reserve Funds, as requested by Vice Chairman Anthony Rodriguez and read into the record by Assistant County Attorney Melanie Spencer:
~ $1,000.00 Be Strong International Inc.
~ $1,000.00 Brooklyn Basketball Academy, Inc.
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12
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COUNTY MAYOR
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13
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COUNTY ATTORNEY
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14
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ITEMS SUBJECT TO 4-DAY RULE
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15
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CLERK OF THE BOARD
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15B
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REPORTS
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15B1
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230265
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Report
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PROPOSED PUBLIC HEARING DATES FOR ORDINANCES SUBMITTED FOR FIRST READING ON FEBRUARY 21, 2023(Clerk of the Board)
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Accepted
Report
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 10 - 0
Absent, OCB: Cabrera
Excused: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
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15B2
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230264
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Report
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SELECTION OF HEARING EXAMINERS PANEL FOR BID PROTEST PROCEEDINGS FOR 2023-25(Clerk of the Board)
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Accepted
Report
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 10 - 0
Absent, OCB: Cabrera
Excused: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
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15C
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COUNTY ADVISORY BOARD APPOINTMENTS
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15C1
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230417
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Report
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APPOINTMENT OF VANESSA D. TORRES BARCENA TO THE AIRCRAFT NOISE ABATEMENT ADVISORY BOARD
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Approved
Report
Mover: Raquel A. Regalado
Seconder: Juan Carlos Bermudez
Vote: 10 - 0
Absent, OCB: Cabrera
Excused: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
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REPORT:
The Board of County Commissioners accepted the foregoing nomination of Vanessa D. Torres Barcena as requested by Vice Chairman Rodriguez and read into the record by Assistant County Attorney Melanie Spencer.
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15C2
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230418
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Report
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APPOINTMENT OF MARCO GORRIN TO THE UNSAFE STRUCTURE BOARD
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Approved
Report
Mover: Raquel A. Regalado
Seconder: Juan Carlos Bermudez
Vote: 10 - 0
Absent, OCB: Cabrera
Excused: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
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REPORT:
The Board of County Commissioners accepted the foregoing nomination of Marco Gorrin as requested by Vice Chairman Rodriguez and read into the record by Assistant County Attorney Melanie Spencer.
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15C3
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230419
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Report
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APPOINTMENT OF MICHAEL GOMEZ TO THE BOARD OF RULES AND APPEALS
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Approved
Report
Mover: Raquel A. Regalado
Seconder: Juan Carlos Bermudez
Vote: 10 - 0
Absent, OCB: Cabrera
Excused: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
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REPORT:
The Board of County Commissioners accepted the foregoing nomination of Michael Gomez as requested by Vice Chairman Rodriguez and read into the record by Assistant County Attorney Melanie Spencer.
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15C4
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230420
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Report
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APPOINTMENT OF MARCOS DE ROSA TO THE MILITARY AFFAIRS BOARD
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Approved
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REPORT:
The Board of County Commissioners accepted the foregoing nomination of Marcos de Rosa as requested by Vice Chairman Rodriguez and read into the record by Assistant County Attorney Melanie Spencer.
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15D
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COUNTY ADVISORY BOARD APPOINTMENTS BY BALLOT
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15E
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MAYOR�S REQUEST FOR ALLOCATIONS FROM DISCRETIONARY OR IN-KIND RESERVE FUNDS
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15F
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NON-AGENDA ITEMS
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15F1
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230451
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Resolution
Clerk's Official Copy
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RESOLUTION URGING THE FLORIDA LEGISLATURE TO APPROPRIATE FUNDING FOR THE BISCAYNE BAY RESTORATION SUPPORT THROUGH DATA ANALYTICS AND VISUALIZATION PROJECT
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Adopted
Resolution R-138-23
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Eileen Higgins
Vote: 10 - 0
Absent, OCB: Cabrera
Excused: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
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15F2
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230553
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Report
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COMMISSIONER BERMUDEZ PRESENTED A MOTION TO EXTEND INDEFINITELY THE APPROVAL PERIOD FOR HIS LEGISLATIVE REQUESTS
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Presented
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REPORT:
Assistant County Attorney Annery Alfonso read the following motion into the record, as requested by Commissioner Bermudez; pursuant to Rule No. 5.06(a)(4) of this Board�s Rules of Procedure to extend, indefinitely, the approval period for all legislative requests eligible for an extension made by Commissioner Bermudez. This motion was seconded by Commissioner Higgins and upon being put to a vote, passed by a vote of 9-0 (Commissioners Cabrera, Hardemon, Mcghee and Chairman Gilbert, III were absent).
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ITEMS SCHEDULED FOR THURSDAY
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16A
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ZONING AGENDA (Scheduled for 9:30 a. m.)
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ADJOURNMENT
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REPORT:
There being no further business to come before the Board of County Commissioners, the meeting was adjourned at 11:07 a.m.
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CONSENT AGENDA
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| 8/7/2026 |
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Agenda Key: 4897 |