FINAL OFFICIAL
Miami-Dade Board of County Commissioners Minutes
Tuesday, November 7, 2023
9:30:00 AM
Commission Chambers
Disclaimer Minutes Definitions    

Members Present: Marleine Bastien; Micky Steinberg; Eileen Higgins; Kevin Marino Cabrera; Raquel A. Regalado; Danielle Cohen Higgins; Kionne L. McGhee; Anthony Rodriguez; Juan Carlos Bermudez; Sen. Rene Garcia
Members Absent: Oliver G. Gilbert, III
Members Late: Keon Hardemon
Members Excused: Roberto J. Gonzalez
Members Absent County Business: Eileen Higgins

         
1 MINUTES PREPARED BY:  
  REPORT: Bryce Stephenson-Pickett, Commission Reporter (305) 375-1296  
1A INVOCATION AS PROVIDED IN RULE 5.05(H)  
1B ROLL CALL  
  REPORT: Prior to the roll call, Clerk of the Board Director, Ms. Basia Pruna, announced that Commissioners Higgins and Gonzalez had submitted notification that they would be absent from today�s (11/7) meeting.

Vice Chairman Rodriguez convened the Board of County Commissioners (Board/BCC) meeting at 9:40 a.m. with an invocation, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.

In addition to the Board members, the following staff members were also present:

~ Chief Operations Officer Jimmy Morales, Office of the Mayor;

~ Chief Community Service Officer Morris Copeland, Office of the Mayor;

~ County Attorney Geri Bonzon-Keenan and Assistant County Attorneys Dennis Kerbel, Marlon Moffett; and

~ Clerk of the Board, Director, Basia Pruna and Deputy Clerks Kerry Khunjar Breakenridge and Bryce Pickett.

The Honorable Miami-Dade County Mayor Danielle Levine Cava was also in attendance.
 
1C PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE  
 
1D SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS (SCHEDULED TO BEGIN AT 8:30 AM)  
1D1  
  232193 Special Presentation     Anthony Rodriguez        
  SPECIAL PRESENTATION TO HONOR NELSON ALBAREDA Presented
  REPORT: Vice Chairman Rodriguez reviewed Mr. Nelson Albareda�s (CEO of Loud and Live) achievements within the music industry, including being named Billboard�s 2023 Latin Power Players� Executive of the Year.

Commissioners Bermudez and Cohen Higgins recognized and thanked Mr. Albareda for his contributions to the community. Mr. Albareda thanked the Board members and the Mayor for their kind words, and stated his mission was to provide job opportunities while enriching the community.

Mayor Levine Cava presented Mr. Albareda with a proclamation.
 
1D2  
  232194 Special Presentation     Marleine Bastien        
  SPECIAL PRESENTATION TO RECOGNIZE DR. MARIE ETIENNE THE FIRST BLACK WOMAN PRESIDENT OF THE FLORIDA NURSES ASSOCIATION Presented
  REPORT: Commissioner Bastien highlighted Dr. Marie Etienne�s contributions to the medical field; and noted Dr. Etienne was the first black female president of the Florida Nurses Association.

Dr. Etienne thanked the Board members and the Mayor for honoring her at today�s (11/7) meeting.
Commissioner Bastien presented Dr. Etienne with a proclamation on behalf of the County.
 
1E CITIZEN'S PRESENTATIONS (5 MINUTES MAXIMUM)  
1F REPORTS OF OFFICIAL BOARDS  
1G REASONABLE OPPORTUNITY FOR THE PUBLIC TO BE HEARD AS PROVIDED IN RULE 6.06  
  REPORT: Vice Chairman Rodriguez opened the reasonable opportunity to be heard, and the following individuals appeared before the Board:

1.) Ms. Natalia Zea, 3150 SW 3 Ave, Miami FL, spoke in support of Agenda Item 11A22.

2.) Ms. Zelalem Adefris, 1236 Drexel Ave, Miami Beach FL, provided information for Agenda Item 4M.

3.) Mr. William Quinlan, 2064 Prairie Ave, Miami Beach FL, spoke in support of Agenda Items 4M and 7B.

4.) Mr. Daniel Fils-Aime Jr., 9620 NE 2 Ave, Miami FL, spoke in opposition of Agenda Item 6B1.

5.) Ms. Catherine Dos Santos, Co-Executive Director, Transit Alliance Miami, 1228 West Ave, Miami Beach FL, spoke in support of Agenda Item 6B1.

6.) Mr. Bobby Sanchez, 1680 Michigan Ave, Miami, FL spoke in support of Agenda Item 11A20.

Seeing no other persons come forward to speak, Vice Chairman Rodriguez closed the reasonable opportunity to be heard.
 
1H MOTION TO SET THE AGENDA AND "PULL LIST"  
  REPORT: County Attorney Geri Bonzon-Keenan advised in addition to Chairman Gilbert�s III Memorandum entitled �Changes Sheet�, the following changes to the agenda/and or requests were made:

- Commissioner Cohen Higgins asked that her name be added to the pull list for Agenda Item 8F1 and Agenda Items 3A8 and 8P12 be added to the pull list. Later in the meeting, she released her pull of Agenda Item 8P1.

- Commissioner Bastien requested Agenda Item 11A1 be pulled for an amendment.

Pursuant to Commissioner Bastien�s request, County Attorney Bonzon-Keenan advised that Agenda Item 11A1 would be amended to provide in Section 1 (Page 5) that �The County Mayor or County Mayor�s designee shall complete the charrette within 180 days of the effective date of the resolution.�

- Commissioner Cabrera requested Agenda Item 11A2 be added to the pull list for an amendment, and asked for Agenda Item 5A and 5A Supplement to be withdrawn; and Agenda Item 11A16 to be deferred to the December 12, 2024 Board of County Commissioners (BCC) meeting.

County Attorney Bonzon-Keenan also advised that Agenda Item 11A2 would be amended to include the recital clauses as listed in the supplement:

~ �WHEREAS, on March 19, 2019, the Board adopted a motion which directed the County Mayor to not include Surtax funds for those transit services in existence as of November 5, 2002 as part of the County Mayor�s proposed budget for the 2019-2020 fiscal year; and

~ WHEREAS, the adopted budget for the fiscal year 2019-2020 provided that the Surtax would only support PTP-authorized transit operation and maintenance services over the course of the next three years; and

~ WHEREAS, the adopted budget for the fiscal year 2022-2023 currently reflects no Surtax funds being used for transit services and operations, and instead shows the use of Surtax funds for among other projects, various capital transit and roadway improvement projects, including a transfer to fund planned SMART Program expenses; and

~ WHEREAS, consistent with the original intent of the PTP, the County is not utilizing Surtax funds for the operation and maintenance of transit services that were in existence on or prior to November 5, 2002; and

~ WHEREAS, this resolution amending Exhibit 1 to the PTP does not impact the County�s ability to utilize Surtax funds for the expansion of the Golden Passport program, increased bus service, or fare free Metromover service, as provided for in Ordinance 02-116, the ordinance authorizing the County to levy the Surtax subject to elector approval, or as authorized by the electors in passing the ballot question authorizing the County to levy the Surtax.�

- Commissioner Garcia requested Agenda Item 11A21 be added to the pull list for an amendment; and added his name to the pull list for Agenda Items 8G2, 8N3, and 8P7.

County Attorney Bonzon-Keenan also advised that Agenda Item 11A21 would be amended to add �A Safe Haven for Newborns/The Gloria M. Silverio Foundation Inc.� to the list of charitable organizations that shall be eligible recipients of employee contributions through payroll deduction;

- Commissioner Regalado requested Agenda Item 11A14 be added to the pull list for an amendment, and Agenda Item 4I be deferred to the December 12, 2023 BCC meeting. She also released her pull of Agenda Item 11A16 and indicated her support for the deferral.

County Attorney Bonzon-Keenan advised that Agenda Item 11A14 would remain on the pull list until the amendment could be read later in the meeting.

County Attorney Bonzon-Keenan noted the following additional co-sponsorship requests:

- Commissioner Regalado requested she be listed as a co-sponsor for Agenda Items 8L4, 8L5, 11A5, 11A6, 11A19 and 11A20;

- Commissioner Bermudez requested he be listed as a co-sponsor for Agenda Item 11A4;

- Vice Chairman Rodriguez aske to be listed as a co-sponsor for Agenda Item 11A20; and

- Commissioner Cohen Higgins requested to be listed as a co-sponsor for Agenda Item 11A22.

County Attorney Bonzon-Keenan stated the items to be considered at today�s (11/7) Board meeting would be those listed in the printed final Agenda, with the additions, deferrals, withdrawals, and scrivener�s errors noted in the Chairman�s Changes Memorandum, and the aforementioned items. She added that the Commission would approve all of those items by single vote; setting the agenda, except Agenda Items 2B5, 6B1, 8A1, 8P2, 8P3, ordinances for first reading, public hearing items, Agenda Item 6A1, and the following pull list items: 2B1, 3A8, 8F1, 8G2, 8I2, 8K1, 8N3, 8P7, 8P11, 11A9, 11A14, and 14A1.
 
1I OFFICE OF COMMISSION AUDITOR  
1I1  
  232155 Report      
  DIRECTIVES STATUS REPORT � THROUGH OCTOBER 2023(Commission Auditor) Accepted
Report
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
1J OFFICE OF INTERGOVERNMENTAL AFFAIRS  
1K OFFICE OF COMMUNITY ADVOCACY  
1L OFFICE OF POLICY AND BUDGETARY AFFAIRS  
2 MAYORAL ISSUES  
2A MAYORAL VETOES  
2B MAYORAL REPORTS  
2B1  
  231976 Report      
  REPORT ON THE FINANCIAL LITERACY PILOT PROGRAM � DIRECTIVE NO. 231419 (UPDATED)(Mayor) Accepted
Report
Mover: Marleine Bastien
Seconder: Micky Steinberg
Vote: 10 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  REPORT: Commissioner Bastien thanked the Mayor for developing the Financial Literacy Pilot Program, and asked for more information about the outreach and advertising efforts planned to promote the program. Additionally, she suggested the program offer an �in-person� component to be hosted at libraries or specially designated locations for those who may be unable to access the program online.

Ms. Sonia Grice, Director of the Community Action and Human Services Department (CAHSD) reviewed the outreach planned for Miami-Dade libraries, including emailed and printed communications. She noted that residents would also have the opportunity to scan Quick-Response (QR) codes for more information and advised that staff was awaiting the Board�s approval of the program before planning media coverage. Commissioner Bastien stated she was willing to work with Ms. Grice and CAHSD to address details such as scheduling, media coverage and alternative options for the elderly.

There being no further discussion, the Board proceeded to vote on the foregoing report, as presented.
 
2B2  
  231983 Report      
  STATUS REPORT RELATED TO THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A WETLANDS MITIGATION BANK BY MIAMI-DADE COUNTY�DIRECTIVE NO. 220286(Mayor) Accepted
Report
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
2B3  
  231875 Report      
  MIAMI-DADE AVIATION DEPARTMENT: AVIATION CAPITAL PROGRAM REPORT � OCTOBER 2023(Mayor) Accepted
Report
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  10/12/2023 Report Received by the Airport and Economic Development Committee  
2B4  
  232045 Report      
  REPORT REGARDING ALTERNATE WAYS TO PROVIDE MAINTENANCE SERVICES OF CONVEYANCE SYSTEMS � A COMBINED RESPONSE TO DIRECTIVE NOS. 230307 AND 230187(Mayor) Accepted
Report
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
2B5  
  232183 Report      
  MAYORAL APPOINTMENT - DIRECTOR OF THE DEPARTMENT OF CULTURAL AFFAIRS(Mayor) Approved
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  REPORT: Mayor Levine Cava announced Ms. Marialaura Leslie�s appointment as the new Director of the Department of Cultural Affairs. She reviewed Ms. Leslie�s achievements and experience within the field, and welcomed her to the County.

Ms. Leslie thanked the Mayor, Board of County Commissioners, and the Cultural Affairs Council for recognizing and supporting her work.

Commissioner Regalado thanked the administration for selecting Ms. Leslie, and noted that she was looking forward to collaborating with her in the future.

Commissioner Bermudez thanked Ms. Leslie for bringing cultural programming to the Western part of the County.

Vice Chairman Rodriguez and Commissioner Bastien recognized and congratulated Ms. Leslie on her appointment.
 
2C OTHER ISSUES  
3 CONSENT ITEMS  
3A COMMISSIONER CONSENT ITEMS  
3A1  
  232012 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Micky Steinberg        
  RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING IN-KIND SERVICES FROM THE PARKS, RECREATION AND OPEN SPACES DEPARTMENT FOR THE DECEMBER 10, 2023 �CHANUKAH IN THE PARK� EVENT SPONSORED BY BEIT DAVID HIGHLAND LAKES SHUL, INC. IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $790.00 TO BE FUNDED FROM THE BALANCE OF THE DISTRICT 4 FY 2023-24 IN-KIND RESERVE Adopted
Resolution R-947-23
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
3A2  
  232013 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Micky Steinberg        
  RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING IN-KIND SERVICES FROM THE PARKS, RECREATION AND OPEN SPACES DEPARTMENT FOR THE DECEMBER 10, 2023 �CHANUKAH STREET FAIR� SPONSORED BY THE CHABAD CHAYIL INC. IN AN AMOUNT NOT EXCEED $790.00 TO BE FUNDED FROM THE BALANCE OF THE DISTRICT 4 FY 2023-24 IN-KIND RESERVE Adopted
Resolution R-948-23
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
3A3  
  232148 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Marleine Bastien        
  RESOLUTION APPROVING ALLOCATIONS FROM THE FY 2023-24 DISTRICT 2 DISCRETIONARY RESERVE AND RESCINDING ALLOCATIONS FROM THE FY 2022-23 DISTRICT 2 DISCRETIONARY RESERVE AND OFFICE FUNDS Adopted
Resolution R-949-23
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
3A4  
  232087 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Juan Carlos Bermudez        
  RESOLUTION APPROVING ALLOCATIONS FROM THE FY 2023-24 DISTRICT 12 DISCRETIONARY RESERVE Adopted
Resolution R-950-23
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
3A5  
  232133 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Kevin Marino Cabrera        
  RESOLUTION APPROVING ALLOCATIONS FROM THE FY 2023-24 DISTRICT 6 DISCRETIONARY RESERVE AND DISTRICT DESIGNATED PROGRAM Adopted
Resolution R-951-23
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
3A6  
  232138 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Sen. Rene Garcia        
  RESOLUTION APPROVING ALLOCATIONS FROM THE FY 2023-24 DISTRICT 13 DISCRETIONARY RESERVE Adopted
Resolution R-952-23
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
3A7  
  232082 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Oliver G. Gilbert, III        
  RESOLUTION APPROVING ALLOCATIONS FROM THE FY 2023-24 DISTRICT 1 DISCRETIONARY RESERVE AND DISTRICT 1 PORTION OF THE MARLINS� SETTLEMENT FUND AND WAIVING THE REQUIREMENTS OF RESOLUTION NO. R-226-21 Adopted
Resolution R-953-23
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
3A8  
  232086 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Roberto J. Gonzalez        
  RESOLUTION APPROVING ALLOCATIONS FROM THE FY 2023-24 DISTRICT 11 DISCRETIONARY RESERVE Adopted
Resolution R-954-23
Mover: Sen. Rene Garcia
Seconder: Marleine Bastien
Vote: 8 - 1
No: Cohen Higgins
Absent: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
3A9  
  232084 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Danielle Cohen Higgins        
  RESOLUTION APPROVING ALLOCATIONS FROM THE FY 2023-24 DISTRICT 8 CBO DISCRETIONARY RESERVE Adopted
Resolution R-955-23
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
3A10  
  232085 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Kionne L. McGhee        
  RESOLUTION APPROVING ALLOCATIONS FROM THE FY 2023-24 DISTRICT 9 DISCRETIONARY RESERVE AND DESIGNATED PROGRAM Adopted
Resolution R-956-23
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
3A11  
  232149 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Anthony Rodriguez        
  RESOLUTION APPROVING ALLOCATIONS FROM THE FY 2023-24 DISTRICT 10 DISCRETIONARY RESERVE AND RESCINDING AN ALLOCATION FROM THE FY 2022-23 DISTRICT 10 DISCRETIONARY RESERVE Adopted
Resolution R-957-23
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
3A12  
  232083 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Micky Steinberg        
  RESOLUTION APPROVING ALLOCATIONS FROM THE FY 2023-24 DISTRICT 4 DISCRETIONARY RESERVE Adopted
Resolution R-958-23
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  REPORT: The foregoing item contained a scrivener�s error and was corrected as follows:

- On page MDC005, the allocation to the South Florida Chamber of Commerce, Inc. should read the South Florida Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, Inc.
 
3B DEPARTMENTAL CONSENT ITEMS  
3B1  
  231980 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy     
  RESOLUTION RETROACTIVELY APPROVING A GRANT SUBMISSION TO THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA) FOREST SERVICE FOR UP TO $13,279,845.00 WITH A MATCH WAIVER FOR THE KEEP COOL MIAMI-DADE: PARKS, RECREATION AND OPEN SPACES DEPARTMENT URBAN FORESTRY TREE CANOPY PROJECT, 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 THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA) FOREST SERVICE AND THE GRANT(Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces) Adopted
Resolution R-959-23
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
3B2  
  231959 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Keon Hardemon
Marleine Bastien
       
  RESOLUTION APPROVING CONFIDENTIAL PROJECT M4 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 M4 EXISTS; PROVIDING AN APPROPRIATION OF UP TO $401,960.00 FROM COUNTYWIDE GENERAL FUND REVENUES FOR FISCAL YEARS 2024-25 THROUGH 2033-34; AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO MAKE NON-SUBSTANTIVE MODIFICATIONS, MODIFY THE JOB CREATION AND DISBURSEMENT DATES TIMELINE, AND TO EXECUTE ALL NECESSARY CONTRACTS, AGREEMENTS AND AMENDMENTS, AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE(Regulatory and Economic Resources) Adopted
Resolution R-960-23
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
3B3  
  232068 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy     
  RESOLUTION APPROVING TERMS OF AND AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE A FEDERALLY FUNDED GRANT AGREEMENT BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY AND THE NATIONAL SAFETY COUNCIL AND NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION FOR $150,000.00 IN ROAD TO ZERO COMMUNITY TRAFFIC SAFETY GRANT PROGRAM FUNDS FOR THE DELIVERY OF A VISION ZERO DASHBOARD AND LOCAL COMMUNITY LIAISON PILOT PROJECT; 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 FOR THIS PROJECT(Transportation and Public Works) Adopted
Resolution R-961-23
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
4 ORDINANCES FOR FIRST READING  
4A  
  232066 Ordinance    
  ORDINANCE RELATING TO MIAMI-DADE COUNTY COMPREHENSIVE DEVELOPMENT MASTER PLAN; PROVIDING DISPOSITION OF APPLICATION NO. CDMP20230018, LOCATED AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF THE INTERSECTION OF SW 192 STREET AND SW 177 AVENUE (KROME AVENUE), FILED BY OCLA, LLC, IN THE MAY 2023 CYCLE TO AMEND THE COUNTY�S COMPREHENSIVE DEVELOPMENT MASTER PLAN; PROVIDING SEVERABILITY, EXCLUSION FROM THE CODE, AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE(Regulatory and Economic Resources) Deferred to No Date Certain
Ordinance 26-22
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  REPORT: The foegoing proposed ordinance was deferred to no date certain with the Setting of Agenda.  
4B  
  232145 Ordinance     Kevin Marino Cabrera
Marleine Bastien
Sen. Rene Garcia
       
  ORDINANCE RELATED TO PROPERTY ASSESSED CLEAN ENERGY (�PACE�) PROGRAMS; CREATING SECTION 2-2083.5 OF THE CODE OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA; CREATING REQUIREMENTS RELATED TO REPORTING TO THE COUNTY, AND COMMUNICATIONS WITH CONSUMERS, REGARDING INTERRUPTIONS IN SERVICE BY PACE ENTITIES, TERMINATION, CANCELLATION, AND SUSPENSION OF PACE AGREEMENTS WITH ELIGIBLE PARTICIPANTS, MISCOMMUNICATIONS AND FALSE STATEMENTS, AND FINANCING; PROVIDING SEVERABILITY, INCLUSION IN THE CODE, AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE; AND REQUIRING REPORTS Adopted on first reading
Public Hearing: January 9, 2024
Ordinance
Mover: Raquel A. Regalado
Seconder: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Vote: 10 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  REPORT: County Attorney Geri Bonzon-Keenan read the foregoing proposed ordinance into the record.

The foregoing proposed ordinance was tentatively scheduled for a public hearing before the County Infrastructure, Operations and Innovations Committee ("CIOIC") Meeting Tuesday, January 9, 2024 at 9:00 a.m. (Committee date contingent upon adoption of the 2024 BCC Calendar).
 
4C  
  232146 Ordinance     Kevin Marino Cabrera
Sen. Rene Garcia
       
  ORDINANCE RELATING TO BOATS AND WATERWAYS IN THE INCORPORATED AND UNINCORPORATED AREAS; AMENDING ARTICLE III OF CHAPTER 7 OF THE CODE OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA; RENAMING THE DADE COUNTY VESSEL MOORING CODE; ADOPTING REGULATIONS PERTAINING TO VESSELS AND FLOATING STRUCTURES; CLARIFYING APPLICABILITY; PROVIDING DEFINITIONS; REVISING DECLARATION OF LEGISLATIVE INTENT; RESTRICTING THE OVERNIGHT ANCHORING OR MOORING OF VESSELS AND FLOATING STRUCTURES UNDER CERTAIN CIRCUMSTANCES; PROHIBITING THE ROPING OR CORDONING OFF OF AREAS IN THE VICINITY OF VESSELS AND FLOATING STRUCTURES UNDER CERTAIN CIRCUMSTANCES; PROVIDING EXEMPTIONS; REVISING PROVISIONS RELATING TO ENFORCEMENT; REVISING THE PROCESS FOR TAKING ACTION TO REMEDY VIOLATIONS RELATING TO VESSELS AND FLOATING STRUCTURES DECLARED TO BE PUBLIC NUISANCES; PROVIDING FOR ENFORCEMENT BY CIVIL PENALTY; AMENDING SECTION 8CC-10; UPDATING SCHEDULE OF CIVIL PENALTIES TO CONFORM TO AMENDMENTS; MAKING TECHNICAL CHANGES; PROVIDING SEVERABILITY, INCLUSION IN THE CODE, AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE Adopted on first reading
Public Hearing: January 9, 2024
Ordinance
Mover: Raquel A. Regalado
Seconder: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Vote: 10 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  REPORT: County Attorney Geri Bonzon-Keenan read the foregoing proposed ordinance into the record.

The foregoing proposed ordinance was tentatively scheduled for a public hearing before the PortMiami, Resiliency, and Sustainability Committee ("PRSC") Meeting Tuesday, January 9, 2024 at 12:00 p.m. (Committee date contingent upon adoption of the 2024 BCC Calendar).
 
  10/26/2023 Requires Municipal Notification by the Board of County Commissioners  
4D  
  232147 Ordinance   Kevin Marino Cabrera
Sen. Rene Garcia
       
  ORDINANCE RELATING TO ZONING; AMENDING SECTION 33-11 OF THE CODE OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA; REQUIRING REVIEW OF PLANS FOR DEVELOPMENTS ABUTTING SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL PROPERTIES WITH LOWER ELEVATIONS WITH RESPECT TO STORMWATER RUNOFF; PROVIDING THAT MEASURES MAY BE REQUIRED TO PREVENT STORMWATER RUNOFF ONTO ABUTTING SINGLE-FAMILY PROPERTY UNDER CERTAIN CIRCUMSTANCES; MAKING TECHNICAL CHANGES; PROVIDING SEVERABILITY, INCLUSION IN THE CODE, AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE Adopted on first reading
Public Hearing: January 9, 2024
Ordinance 24-31
Mover: Raquel A. Regalado
Seconder: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Vote: 10 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  REPORT: County Attorney Geri Bonzon-Keenan read the foregoing proposed ordinance into the record.

The foregoing proposed ordinance was tentatively scheduled for a public hearing before the County Infrastructure, Operations and Innovations Committee ("CIOIC") Meeting Tuesday, January 9, 2024 at 9:00 a.m. (Committee date contingent upon adoption of the 2024 BCC Calendar).
 
4E  
  232143 Ordinance   Sen. Rene Garcia        
  ORDINANCE RELATING TO ZONING PROCEDURES; AMENDING SECTION 33-314 OF THE CODE OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA; REVISING PROCEDURES RELATING TO RECONSIDERATION OF BOARD ACTION ON ZONING APPLICATIONS; PROVIDING THAT ZONING APPLICATIONS MAY BE RECONSIDERED AFTER INITIAL ACTION AND FURTHER ACTED UPON AT THE SAME MEETING UNDER CERTAIN CIRCUMSTANCES; MAKING TECHNICAL CHANGES; PROVIDING SEVERABILITY, INCLUSION IN THE CODE, AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE Adopted on first reading
Public Hearing: January 9, 2024
Ordinance 24-6
Mover: Raquel A. Regalado
Seconder: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Vote: 10 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  REPORT: County Attorney Geri Bonzon-Keenan read the foregoing proposed ordinance into the record.

The foregoing proposed ordinance was tentatively scheduled for a public hearing before the County Infrastructure, Operations and Innovations Committee ("CIOIC") Meeting Tuesday, January 9, 2024 at 9:00 a.m. (Committee date contingent upon adoption of the 2024 BCC Calendar).
 
4F  
  232118 Ordinance     Danielle Cohen Higgins        
  ORDINANCE RELATING TO SMALL BUSINESS ENTERPRISE PROGRAMS; AMENDING SECTIONS 2-10.4.01, 2-8.1.1.1.1, 2.8.1.1.1.2, 10-33.02 OF THE CODE OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA; AMENDING CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS, INCREASING PERSONAL NET WORTH THRESHOLD TO $2,500,000.00; PROVIDING SEVERABILITY, INCLUSION IN THE CODE, AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE Adopted on first reading
Public Hearing: January 8, 2024
Ordinance
Mover: Raquel A. Regalado
Seconder: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Vote: 10 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  REPORT: County Attorney Geri Bonzon-Keenan read the foregoing proposed ordinance into the record.

The foregoing proposed ordinance was tentatively scheduled for a public hearing before theChairman's Policy Council and Intergovernmental Affairs Committee ("CPIAC") Meeting Tuesday, January 8, 2024 at 9:00 a.m. (Committee date contingent upon adoption of the 2024 BCC Calendar).
 
4G  
  232121 Ordinance     Eileen Higgins        
  ORDINANCE RELATING TO THE RAPID TRANSIT SYSTEM-DEVELOPMENT ZONE; AMENDING SECTIONS 33C-3.1 AND 33C-3.3 OF THE CODE OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA; PROHIBITING STRUCTURES WITHIN CERTAIN DISTANCE OF RAIL INFRASTRUCTURE; PROVIDING FOR VARIANCES SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS TO MINIMIZE CONFLICTS WITH AND DISRUPTIONS OF SERVICE ON THE RAPID TRANSIT SYSTEM DURING CONSTRUCTION OR MAINTENANCE OF ADJACENT DEVELOPMENT; PROVIDING APPLICABILITY TO MUNICIPALITIES; AND PROVIDING SEVERABILITY, INCLUSION IN THE CODE, AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE Adopted on first reading
Public Hearing: January 8, 2024
Ordinance
Mover: Raquel A. Regalado
Seconder: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Vote: 10 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  REPORT: County Attorney Geri Bonzon-Keenan read the foregoing proposed ordinance into the record.

The foregoing proposed ordinance was tentatively scheduled for a public hearing before theChairman's Policy Council and Intergovernmental Affairs Committee ("CPIAC") Meeting Tuesday, January 8, 2024 at 9:00 a.m. (Committee date contingent upon adoption of the 2024 BCC Calendar).
 
  10/30/2023 Requires Municipal Notification by the Board of County Commissioners  
4H  
  232042 Ordinance   Raquel A. Regalado        
  ORDINANCE RELATING TO ZONING IN THE UNINCORPORATED AREA; AMENDING SECTION 33-11 OF THE CODE OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA; INCREASING MAXIMUM ALLOWED HEIGHT FOR HEDGES ON RESIDENTIAL PROPERTIES IN PROXIMITY TO BUSINESS OR INDUSTRIAL PROPERTIES UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS; MAKING TECHNICAL CHANGES; PROVIDING SEVERABILITY, INCLUSION IN THE CODE, AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE Adopted on first reading
Public Hearing: January 9, 2024
Ordinance 24-10
Mover: Raquel A. Regalado
Seconder: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Vote: 10 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  REPORT: County Attorney Geri Bonzon-Keenan read the foregoing proposed ordinance into the record.

The foregoing proposed ordinance was tentatively scheduled for a public hearing before the County Infrastructure, Operations and Innovations Committee ("CIOIC") Meeting Tuesday, January 9, 2024 at 9:00 a.m. (Committee date contingent upon adoption of the 2024 BCC Calendar).
 
4I  
  232140 Ordinance     Raquel A. Regalado        
  ORDINANCE RELATING TO AIRPORT ZONING REGULATIONS IN THE INCORPORATED AND UNINCORPORATED AREAS; AMENDING SECTION 33-333 OF THE CODE OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA; REVISING PROHIBITED USES IN THE OUTER SAFETY ZONE (�OSZ�) FOR MIAMI-DADE COUNTY AIRPORTS; PERMITTING CERTAIN TYPES OF RESIDENTIAL USES IN THE OSZ UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS; PROVIDING MINIMUM STANDARDS APPLICABLE TO MUNICIPALITIES; CREATING SECTION 33-333.1; PROVIDING FOR ZONING APPROVAL OF DEVELOPMENT TO THE MAXIMUM DENSITY ALLOWED BY THE APPLICABLE COMPREHENSIVE DEVELOPMENT MASTER PLAN LAND USE PLAN MAP DESIGNATION ON PROPERTIES WITHIN A CERTAIN RADIUS OF AN AIRPORT THAT ARE OUTSIDE AN AIRPORT LAND USE COMPATIBILITY RESTRICTION ZONE; PROVIDING MINIMUM STANDARDS APPLICABLE TO MUNICIPALITIES; MAKING TECHNICAL CHANGES; PROVIDING SEVERABILITY, INCLUSION IN THE CODE, AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE Deferred to December 12, 2023
Ordinance
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  10/31/2023 Requires Municipal Notification by the Board of County Commissioners  
4J  
  232038 Ordinance    
  ORDINANCE CREATING AND ESTABLISHING A SPECIAL TAXING DISTRICT IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, GENERALLY BOUNDED ON THE NORTH BY SW 250 STREET, ON THE EAST BY SW 135 AVENUE, ON THE SOUTH BY THEORETICAL SW 252 WAY, AND ON THE WEST BY SW 137 AVENUE (TALLAHASSEE ROAD), KNOWN AND DESCRIBED AS PINNACLE AT TROPICAL POINTE 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 FLORIDA POWER AND LIGHT 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) Adopted on first reading
Public Hearing: December 12, 2023
Ordinance
Mover: Raquel A. Regalado
Seconder: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Vote: 10 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  REPORT: County Attorney Geri Bonzon-Keenan read the foregoing proposed ordinance into the record.

The foregoing proposed ordinance was tentatively scheduled for a public hearing before the Board of County Commissioners ("BCC") Meeting Tuesday, December12, 2023 at 9:30 a.m.
 
4K  
  232055 Ordinance    
  ORDINANCE CREATING AND ESTABLISHING A SPECIAL TAXING DISTRICT IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, GENERALLY BOUNDED ON THE NORTH BY THEORETICAL SW 341 STREET (THEORETICAL NE 3 STREET), ON THE EAST BY SW 172 AVENUE (MCMINN ROAD/ NE 6 AVENUE), ON THE SOUTH BY SW 344 STREET (EAST PALM DRIVE), AND ON THE WEST BY FACTORY SHOPS BOULEVARD, KNOWN AND DESCRIBED AS SEBASTIAN PLACE MULTIPURPOSE MAINTENANCE 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 PROVIDING FOR EXCLUSION FROM THE CODE AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE(Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces) Adopted on first reading
Public Hearing: December 12, 2023
Ordinance
Mover: Raquel A. Regalado
Seconder: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Vote: 10 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  REPORT: County Attorney Geri Bonzon-Keenan read the foregoing proposed ordinance into the record.

The foregoing proposed ordinance was tentatively scheduled for a public hearing before the Board of County Commissioners ("BCC") Meeting Tuesday, December12, 2023 at 9:30 a.m.
 
4L  
  232056 Ordinance      
  ORDINANCE CREATING AND ESTABLISHING A SPECIAL TAXING DISTRICT IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, WITHIN THE BOUNDARIES OF THE CITY OF HOMESTEAD, GENERALLY BOUNDED ON THE NORTH BY CANAL C-103 RIGHT-OF-WAY, ON THE EAST BY SW 162 AVENUE (NE 18 AVENUE), ON THE SOUTH BY SW 320 STREET (EAST MOWRY DRIVE), AND ON THE WEST BY CANAL C-103 RIGHT-OF-WAY, KNOWN AND DESCRIBED AS PARKER POINTE SUBDIVISION MULTIPURPOSE MAINTENANCE 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 PROVIDING FOR EXCLUSION FROM THE CODE AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE [SEE AGENDA ITEM NO. 5C1](Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces) Adopted on first reading
Public Hearing: December 12, 2023
Ordinance
Mover: Raquel A. Regalado
Seconder: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Vote: 10 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  REPORT: County Attorney Geri Bonzon-Keenan read the foregoing proposed ordinance into the record.

The foregoing proposed ordinance was tentatively scheduled for a public hearing before the Board of County Commissioners ("BCC") Meeting Tuesday, December 12, 2023 at 9:30 a.m.
 
4M  
  232065 Ordinance   Kevin Marino Cabrera        
  ORDINANCE RELATING TO ZONING; AMENDING ARTICLE I OF CHAPTER 33 AND SECTION 33-50 OF THE CODE OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA; DEFINING SOLAR FACILITY AND FLOATING SOLAR FACILITY; REVISING DEFINITION OF SOLAR ENERGY SYSTEM; AUTHORIZING SOLAR FACILITY AND FLOATING SOLAR ENERGY SYSTEM AS AN UNUSUAL USE; AUTHORIZING SOLAR FACILITY AND SOLAR ENERGY SYSTEM AS AN ACCESSORY STRUCTURE AND ANCILLARY USE SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS; AMENDING SECTION 33-124; PROVIDING OFF-STREET PARKING REGULATIONS FOR SOLAR FACILITIES; AMENDING SECTION 33-279; ALLOWING A SOLAR FACILITY IN THE AGRICULTURAL (AU) ZONING DISTRICT SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS AND PROVIDING EXEMPTIONS FROM CERTAIN REGULATIONS PERTAINING TO PARKING AND DRIVEWAY SURFACES, LOT COVERAGE, AND LANDSCAPING REGULATIONS; AMENDING DIVISION 1 OF ARTICLE I OF CHAPTER 24; REVISING DEFINITIONS; CLARIFYING PLAN REVIEW REQUIREMENTS FOR FACILITIES REQUIRING OPERATING PERMITS; REQUIRING OPERATING PERMITS FOR FLOATING SOLAR FACILITIES AND SYSTEMS AND PROVIDING EXCEPTIONS; AMENDING SECTION 24-43.1; AUTHORIZING UNUSUAL USES FOR SOLAR FACILITIES AND FLOATING SOLAR SYSTEMS TO BE SERVED BY ON SITE DOMESTIC WELL SYSTEM; AMENDING SECTION 24-48.2; REVISING APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR CERTAIN COUNTY ENVIRONMENTAL PERMITS, INCLUDING REQUIREMENTS FOR CONSENTS OF OTHER PROPERTY OWNERS; PROVIDING THAT FOR CERTAIN WORK, MUNICIPAL ZONING APPROVAL SHALL NOT BE REQUIRED AT TIME OF APPLICATION; MAKING TECHNICAL AND ORGANIZATIONAL CHANGES; PROVIDING SEVERABILITY, INCLUSION IN THE CODE, AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE(Regulatory and Economic Resources) Adopted on first reading
Public Hearing: No Date Certain
Ordinance 24-14
Mover: Raquel A. Regalado
Seconder: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Vote: 10 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
4N  
  231990 Ordinance     Raquel A. Regalado        
  ORDINANCE RELATING TO BUILDING CODE ADMINISTRATION AND ENFORCEMENT; AMENDING ARTICLE I OF CHAPTER 8 AND ARTICLE IB OF CHAPTER 2 OF THE CODE OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA; AMENDING PROCEDURES FOR ELECTING THE CHAIR AND VICE-CHAIR OF THE BOARD OF RULES AND APPEALS (�BORA�); RESTATING THE AUTHORITY AND QUORUM REQUIREMENTS OF THE BORA DISCIPLINARY PANEL; REMOVING OUTDATED AND SUPERSEDED REFERENCES AND PROCEDURES RELATING TO BORA PRODUCT REVIEW COMMITTEE; MODIFYING QUORUM REQUIREMENTS FOR THE UNSAFE STRUCTURES BOARD; REVISING PROCEDURES RELATING TO EXISTING BUILDINGS AND UNSAFE STRUCTURES; AMENDING THE DUTIES AND POWERS OF THE UNSAFE STRUCTURES APPEAL PANELS REGARDING THE RECERTIFICATION OF CERTAIN EXISTING BUILDINGS; MAKING TECHNICAL CHANGES, CORRECTING CROSS REFERENCES AND SCRIVENER ERRORS, PROVIDING SEVERABILITY, INCLUSION IN THE CODE, AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE(Regulatory and Economic Resources) Adopted on first reading
Public Hearing: January 9, 2024
Ordinance
Mover: Raquel A. Regalado
Seconder: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Vote: 10 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  REPORT: County Attorney Geri Bonzon-Keenan read the foregoing proposed ordinance into the record.

The foregoing proposed ordinance was tentatively scheduled for a public hearing before the County Infrastructure, Operations and Innovations Committee ("CIOIC") Meeting Tuesday, January 9, 2024 at 9:00 a.m. (Committee date contingent upon adoption of the 2024 BCC Calendar).
 
  10/24/2023 Requires Municipal Notification by the Board of County Commissioners  
4O  
  232064 Ordinance      
  ORDINANCE RELATING TO MIAMI-DADE COUNTY COMPREHENSIVE DEVELOPMENT MASTER PLAN; PROVIDING DISPOSITION OF APPLICATION NO. CDMP20220008, LOCATED WEST OF BISCAYNE BOULEVARD, EAST OF NE 14 AVENUE, APPROXIMATELY 707 FEET NORTH OF NE 111 STREET AND APPROXIMATELY 205 FEET SOUTH OF NE 115 STREET, FILED BY RRPVI BBI BISCAYNE LLLP, AS AN OUT OF CYCLE APPLICATION TO AMEND THE COUNTY�S COMPREHENSIVE DEVELOPMENT MASTER PLAN; PROVIDING SEVERABILITY, EXCLUSION FROM THE CODE, AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE(Regulatory and Economic Resources) Adopted on first reading
Public Hearing: December 13, 2023
Ordinance
Mover: Raquel A. Regalado
Seconder: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Vote: 10 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  REPORT: County Attorney Geri Bonzon-Keenan read the foregoing proposed ordinance into the record.

The foregoing proposed ordinance was tentatively scheduled for a public hearing before the Board of County Commissioners ("BCC") - Comprehensive Development Master Plan ("CDMP") Meeting Wednesday, December 13, 2023 at 9:30 a.m.
 
5 PUBLIC HEARINGS (Scheduled for 9:30 a.m.)  
5A  
  232139 Resolution     Kevin Marino Cabrera        
  RESOLUTION CODESIGNATING THAT PORTION OF SW 58TH STREET BETWEEN SW 79TH COURT AND 79TH AVENUE �REV. ALBERTO M. DELGADO WAY� BY A THREE-FIFTHS VOTE OF BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT Withdrawn
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  REPORT: The foregoing proposed resolution was withdrawn with the Setting of the Agenda.  
5A SUPPLEMENT  
  232167 Supplement      
  SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION REGARDING RESOLUTION CODESIGNATING THAT PORTION OF SW 58TH STREET BETWEEN SW 79TH COURT AND 79TH AVENUE �REV. ALBERTO M. DELGADO WAY� BY A THREE-FIFTHS VOTE OF BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT(Clerk of the Board) Withdrawn
5B  
  232123 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Raquel A. Regalado        
  RESOLUTION CODESIGNATING THAT PORTION OF THE RICKENBACKER CAUSEWAY FROM ARTHUR LAMB JR. ROAD TO VIRGINIA BEACH DRIVE AS �TOKITAE WAY� Adopted
Resolution R-962-23
Mover: Raquel A. Regalado
Seconder: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Vote: 10 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  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 appearing wishing to speak, the public hearing was closed.

There being no comments or questions, the Board proceeded to vote on the foregoing resolution, as presented.
 
5B SUPPLEMENT  
  232166 Supplement      
  SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION REGARDING RESOLUTION CODESIGNATING THAT PORTION OF THE RICKENBACKER CAUSEWAY FROM ARTHUR LAMB JR. ROAD TO VIRGINIA BEACH DRIVE AS �TOKITAE WAY�(Clerk of the Board) Presented
5C  
  231905 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Eileen Higgins        
  RESOLUTION REVISING THE INVENTORY LIST OF REAL PROPERTIES AVAILABLE FOR AFFORDABLE HOUSING, AFTER A PUBLIC HEARING, TO INCLUDE A CERTAIN COUNTY-OWNED PROPERTY IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 125.379, FLORIDA STATUTES; AUTHORIZING CONVEYANCE OF SUCH PROPERTY TO BLUENEST URBAN HOMES LLC., A FLORIDA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (�BLUENEST�) AT A PRICE OF $10.00, FOR THE PURPOSE OF DEVELOPING SUCH PROPERTY WITH AFFORDABLE HOUSING TO BE SOLD TO VERY LOW- LOW- OR MODERATE INCOME HOUSEHOLDS IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 125.379, FLORIDA STATUTES AND MIAMI-DADE COUNTY�S INFILL HOUSING INITIATIVE PROGRAM; AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO TAKE ALL ACTIONS NECESSARY TO EFFECTUATE THE CONVEYANCE; AUTHORIZING THE CHAIRPERSON OR VICE-CHAIRPERSON OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS TO EXECUTE A COUNTY DEED; AND AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO TAKE ALL ACTION NECESSARY TO ENFORCE THE PROVISIONS SET FORTH IN SUCH COUNTY DEED, TO PROVIDE COPIES OF THE RECORDED COUNTY DEED TO THE PROPERTY APPRAISER AND TO ENSURE PLACEMENT OF APPROPRIATE SIGNAGE(Internal Services) Adopted
Resolution R-963-23
Mover: Raquel A. Regalado
Seconder: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Vote: 10 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  REPORT: County Attorney Geri Bonzon-Keenan read the title of the foregoing proposed resolution into the record.

Vice Chairman Rodriguez opened the public hearing, and the following individuals appeared before the Board in support of the item:

1.) Mr. Theophilus Williams, 1391 NW 95 Street, Miami FL; and

2.) Chaplain Stanley Young, 500 NW 2 Avenue, Miami FL.

Seeing no other persons come forward to speak, Vice Chairman Rodriguez closed the public hearing.

There being no comments or questions, the Board proceeded to vote on the foregoing resolution, as presented.
 
  10/10/2023 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Housing, Recreation, Culture & Community Dev. Cmte  
5C SUPPLEMENT  
  231953 Supplement      
  SUPPLEMENT TO RESOLUTION REVISING THE INVENTORY LIST OF REAL PROPERTIES AVAILABLE FOR AFFORDABLE HOUSING, AFTER A PUBLIC HEARING, TO INCLUDE A CERTAIN COUNTY-OWNED PROPERTY IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 125.379, FLORIDA STATUTES; AUTHORIZING CONVEYANCE OF SUCH PROPERTY TO BLUENEST URBAN HOMES LLC. Presented
  10/10/2023 Forwarded to BCC by the Housing, Recreation, Culture & Community Dev. Cmte  
5D  
  231503 Ordinance   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy     
  ORDINANCE GRANTING PETITION OF SK PARKER POINTE, LLC., FOR ESTABLISHMENT OF A COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT GENERALLY BOUNDED ON THE NORTH BY CANAL C-103 RIGHT-OF-WAY, ON THE EAST BY SW 162 AVENUE (NE 18 AVENUE/FARM LIFE SCHOOL ROAD), ON THE SOUTH BY SW 320 STREET (EAST MOWRY DRIVE/PARKER POINTE DRIVE), AND ON THE WEST BY CANAL C-103 RIGHT-OF-WAY; CREATING AND ESTABLISHING PARKER POINTE 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 23-95
Mover: Raquel A. Regalado
Seconder: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Vote: 10 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  REPORT: County Attorney Geri Bonzon-Keenan read the title of the foregoing proposed ordinance into the record.

Vice Chairman Rodriguez opened the public hearing, and the following individual appeared before Board:

1.) Mr. Jere Earlywine, Kutak Rock LLC, 9805 Waters Meet Drive, Tallahassee FL, appeared on behalf of the applicant SK PARKER POINTE, LLC.

Seeing no other persons come forward to speak, Vice Chairman Rodriguez closed the public hearing.

There being no comments or questions, the Board proceeded to vote on the foregoing resolution, as presented.
 
  7/25/2023 Requires Municipal Notification by the Board of County Commissioners  
  9/6/2023 Adopted on first reading by the Board of County Commissioners  
  9/6/2023 Tentatively scheduled for a public hearing by the Board of County Commissioners  
  9/22/2023 Municipalities notified of public hearing by the Board of County Commissioners  
5D SUPPLEMENT  
  232152 Supplement      
  SUPPLEMENTAL REPORT REGARDING ORDINANCE GRANTING PETITION OF SK PARKER POINTE, LLC., FOR ESTABLISHMENT OF A COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT GENERALLY BOUNDED ON THE NORTH BY CANAL C-103 RIGHT-OF-WAY, ON THE EAST BY SW 162 AVENUE (NE 18 AVENUE/FARM LIFE SCHOOL ROAD), ON THE SOUTH BY SW 320 STREET (EAST MOWRY DRIVE/PARKER POINTE DRIVE), AND ON THE WEST BY CANAL C-103 RIGHT-OF-WAY; CREATING AND ESTABLISHING PARKER POINTE 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
5E  
  231855 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Kionne L. McGhee        
  RESOLUTION GRANTING PETITION TO CLOSE SW 203 AVENUE FROM SW 326 STREET TO SW 328 STREET (VACATION OF RIGHT-OF-WAY PETITION NO. P-997) FILED BY LOCO CADO 2 LLC AND LOCO CADO 3 LLC, SUBJECT TO CERTAIN CONDITIONS(Transportation and Public Works) Adopted
Resolution R-964-23
Mover: Raquel A. Regalado
Seconder: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Vote: 10 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  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 appearing wishing to speak, the public hearing was closed.

There being no comments or questions, the Board proceeded to vote on the foregoing resolution as presented.
 
  10/12/2023 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Transportation, Mobility, and Planning Cmte.  
5F  
  232003 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy     
  RESOLUTION APPROVING THE PLAT OF MODERN HOUSE FILED BY PRINCETON INVESTMENTS GROUP LLC, LOCATED IN THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 26, TOWNSHIP 56 SOUTH, RANGE 39 EAST (BOUNDED ON THE NORTH APPROXIMATELY 140 FEET SOUTH OF SW 251 TERRACE, ON THE EAST APPROXIMATELY 70 FEET WEST OF SW 133 PLACE, ON THE SOUTH APPROXIMATELY 180 FEET NORTH OF SW 253 TERRACE, AND ON THE WEST BY SW 134 AVENUE)(Regulatory and Economic Resources) Adopted
Resolution R-965-23
Mover: Raquel A. Regalado
Seconder: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Vote: 10 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  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 appearing wishing to speak, the public hearing was closed.

There being no comments or questions, the Board proceeded to vote on the foregoing resolution as presented.
 
5G  
  232004 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy     
  RESOLUTION APPROVING THE WAIVER OF PLAT OF MATAGAR ACRES LLC, D-24751, FILED BY MATAGAR ACRES LLC, LOCATED IN THE NORTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 9, TOWNSHIP 55 SOUTH, RANGE 40 EAST (BOUNDED ON THE NORTH BY SW 108 STREET, ON THE EAST APPROXIMATELY 800 FEET WEST OF SW 88 COURT, ON THE SOUTH APPROXIMATELY 260 FEET NORTH SW 109 TERRACE, AND ON THE WEST BY SW 90 AVENUE)(Regulatory and Economic Resources) Adopted
Resolution R-966-23
Mover: Keon Hardemon
Seconder: Marleine Bastien
Vote: 9 - 1
No: Garc�a
Absent: Gilbert, III
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  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 appearing wishing to speak, the public hearing was closed.

There being no comments or questions, the Board proceeded to vote on the foregoing resolution as presented.
 
5H  
  232005 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy     
  RESOLUTION APPROVING THE WAIVER OF PLAT OF CONSTRUCCION INVESTMENT GROUP LLC, D-24507, FILED BY CONSTRUCCION INVESTMENT GROUP LLC, LOCATED IN THE SOUTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 24, TOWNSHIP 56 SOUTH, RANGE 39 EAST (BOUNDED ON THE NORTH APPROXIMATELY 2,150 FEET SOUTH OF SW 240 STREET, ON THE EAST BY SW 123 AVENUE, ON THE SOUTH APPROXIMATELY 330 FEET NORTH OF SW 248 STREET AND ON THE WEST APPROXIMATELY 300 FEET EAST OF SW 124 AVENUE)(Regulatory and Economic Resources) Adopted
Resolution R-967-23
Mover: Keon Hardemon
Seconder: Marleine Bastien
Vote: 9 - 1
No: Garc�a
Absent: Gilbert, III
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  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 appearing wishing to speak, the public hearing was closed.

There being no comments or questions, the Board proceeded to vote on the foregoing resolution as presented.
 
5I  
  232017 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy     
  RESOLUTION APPROVING THE PLAT OF ISOLA TOWER, FILED BY LCS COMMUNICATIONS, LLC, LOCATED IN THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 30, TOWNSHIP 56 SOUTH, RANGE 40 EAST (BOUNDED ON THE NORTH BY SW 250 TERRACE, ON THE EAST BY SW 112 AVENUE, ON THE SOUTH BY FLORIDA�S TURNPIKE, AND ON THE WEST APPROXIMATELY 240 FEET EAST OF SW 112 COURT)(Regulatory and Economic Resources) Adopted
Resolution R-968-23
Mover: Raquel A. Regalado
Seconder: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Vote: 10 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  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 appearing wishing to speak, the public hearing was closed.

There being no comments or questions, the Board proceeded to vote on the foregoing resolution as presented.
 
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  232053 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy     
  RESOLUTION APPROVING THE PLAT OF ESTATES AT SUNSET, FILED BY THE UNIVERSITY BAPTIST CHURCH OF CORAL GABLES, INC. AND CC HOMES AT SUNSET, LLC, LOCATED IN THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 35, TOWNSHIP 54 SOUTH, RANGE 40 EAST (BOUNDED ON THE NORTH BY SW 72 STREET, ON THE EAST APPROXIMATELY 150 FEET WEST OF SW 72 COURT, ON THE SOUTH BY SW 76 STREET, AND ON THE WEST BY SW 74 AVENUE)(Regulatory and Economic Resources) Adopted
Resolution R-969-23
Mover: Raquel A. Regalado
Seconder: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Vote: 10 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  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 appearing wishing to speak, the public hearing was closed.

There being no comments or questions, the Board proceeded to vote on the foregoing resolution as presented.
 
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  232054 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy     
  RESOLUTION APPROVING THE WAIVER OF PLAT OF SAM C. ACCURSIO, III AND ASHLEY A. ACCURSIO, D-25007, FILED BY SAM C. ACCURSIO, III AND ASHLEY A. ACCURSIO, LOCATED IN THE NORTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 4, TOWNSHIP 57 SOUTH, RANGE 38 EAST (BOUNDED ON THE NORTH BY SW 280 STREET, ON THE EAST APPROXIMATELY 460 FEET WEST OF SW 209 AVENUE, ON THE SOUTH APPROXIMATELY 760 FEET NORTH OF SW 284 STREET AND ON THE WEST APPROXIMATELY 380 FEET EAST OF SW 212 AVENUE)(Regulatory and Economic Resources) Adopted
Resolution R-970-23
Mover: Keon Hardemon
Seconder: Marleine Bastien
Vote: 9 - 1
No: Garc�a
Absent: Gilbert, III
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  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 appearing wishing to speak, the public hearing was closed.

There being no comments or questions, the Board proceeded to vote on the foregoing resolution as presented.
 
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  232062 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy     
  RESOLUTION APPROVING THE PLAT OF AT&T SILVER OAKS SITE FILED BY BELLSOUTH TELECOMMUNICATIONS, LLC, LOCATED IN THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 31, TOWNSHIP 54 SOUTH, RANGE 40 EAST (BOUNDED ON THE NORTH APPROXIMATELY 220 FEET SOUTH OF SW 86 STREET, ON THE EAST BY SW 107 AVENUE, ON THE SOUTH BY SW 88 STREET, AND ON THE WEST APPROXIMATELY 940 FEET EAST OF SW 109 AVENUE)(Regulatory and Economic Resources) Adopted
Resolution R-971-23
Mover: Raquel A. Regalado
Seconder: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Vote: 10 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  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 appearing wishing to speak, the public hearing was closed.

There being no comments or questions, the Board proceeded to vote on the foregoing resolution as presented.
 
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  232134 Report     Kionne L. McGhee        
  APPEAL BY RALANDA ARNOLD OF THE COMMISSION ON ETHICS AND PUBLIC TRUST�S FORMAL ETHICS OPINION RQO 2023-01 REGARDING SECTION 2-11.1( C ), PROHIBITING CERTAIN BUSINESS TRANSACTIONS WITH THE COUNTY(Clerk of the Board) Presented
  REPORT: County Attorney Geri Bonzon-Keenan read the title of the foregoing report into the record.

Vice Chairman Rodriguez opened the public hearing, and the following individual appeared before the Board:

1.) Ms. Ralanda Arnold, 1853 NW 65 Court, Hialeah FL, explained she experienced reduced income due to a medical issue and because she was employed by a specific County Department, she was prohibited from applying for services or hardship assistance. Ms. Arnold requested that the Board waive the clause that prohibits County employees from receiving financial assistance while enduring hardship.

There being no one else appearing to speak, Vice Chairman Rodriguez closed the public hearing.

Mayor Levine Cava recognized the challenges faced by Ms. Arnold and stated the administration would review the existing County Code to determine whether an administrative order could be implemented to address the issue. In the meantime, however, she stated that the Board of County Commission (Board) had the authority to waive the clause conditions.

Mr. Jose Arrojo, Executive Director, Commission on Ethics and Public Trust (COE), reviewed the exclusion provision as outlined in Section 2-11.1(c) of the County Code which prohibited employees from applying to receive program benefits if the employee worked in the department that administered the program. He advised the Board that Ms. Arnold�s case was reviewed in accordance with the COE�s processes and all entities decided that she would be prohibited from receiving these services. He further stated that in the event the Board decided to waive the clause, the department should implement safeguards to ensure that the employee would not have direct involvement with the distribution of the services awarded.

Commissioner Hardemon moved to grant a waiver of the prohibition clause and to include the safeguards recommended by the COE.

County Attorney Bonzon-Keenan stated that the Code required the Board to make specific findings and noted the appropriate motion language would be provided following the Board�s consideration of the item.

In response to Commissioner Garcia�s request for clarification as to whether the matter before the Board pertained only to Ms. Arnold, Mr. Arrojo confirmed that today�s ruling would not extend to all County employees.

Commissioner Garcia stated a more comprehensive solution was needed to address the issue.

Commissioner Bermudez asked if the COE had determined if Ms. Arnold had direct involvement in monitoring the program she applied to; and concurred with his colleagues that the Board needed to issue a ruling today to address Ms. Arnold�s case, but future legislation was needed to implement the safeguards recommended by the COE.

Mr. Arrojo advised that Ms. Arnold did not monitor the program from which she was seeking assistance.
Commissioner Regalado voiced her support for waiving the clause for Ms. Arnold but voiced her concerns about completely changing the clause; and suggested streamlining the appeals process instead.

Mr. Arrojo noted that Ms. Arnold was extremely gracious throughout the process, and suggested the ordinance be amended to require that the employee/department go through the COE to avoid the Board being overwhelmed by the volume of cases.

Commissioner Hardemon reviewed the Florida Power & Light (FPL) Care to Share Program, which specialized in community assistance. He noted that this was a two-pronged issue where the employee, Ms. Arnold, demonstrated financial need, but also highlighted employee compensation. Commissioner Hardemon stated that employees should have the same protections and resources as residents when enduring hardships.

Commissioner McGhee stated that legislation should be created that would allow employees to utilize a percentage of their annual leave time for crises. He emphasized that employees should not have to divulge personal information on such a large platform to get assistance, and requested that the County Attorney�s Office draft legislation addressing this issue.

Commissioner Cabrera concurred with his colleagues and asked if anything similar had occurred in previous years.

Mr. Arrojo stated that Ms. Arnold was the only employee to appeal her ruling to the Board in the last five years; and noted most cases stemmed from public housing assistance and services.

Commissioner Bermudez thanked Ms. Arnold for presenting her case before the Board. He reiterated his support for a more comprehensive legislative item to address the issues raised by Ms. Arnold and agreed that the COE should maintain oversight of the appeals.

Commissioner Hardemon reiterated his intent to make a motion to grant the waiver of the clause outlined in Section 2-11.1�(4) which prohibited County employees from engaging in certain business transactions with the County.

County Attorney Bonzon-Keenan announced that the motion before the Board was to grant the appeal filed by Ralanda Arnold pursuant to Section 2-11.1( c )4, based upon the finding that the exclusion for a County employee from the prohibition of contracting with the County had been met, and that the proposed transaction would be in the best interest of the County, subject to implementation of appropriate safeguards, so that the employee would be insulated from this particular transaction. Additionally, the Mayor or Mayor�s designee was directed to implement the safeguards in coordination with the County Attorney�s Office and the Executive Director of the COE.

Commissioner Hardemon clarified that the safeguards should not be codified but was applicable only to Ms. Arnold�s case.

County Attorney Bonzon-Keenan confirmed that the motion was limited to Ms. Arnold�s appeal, and separate legislation would be drafted, pursuant to

Commissioner Garcia�s, request to address the conflict of interest Code.

Mayor Levine Cava reiterated the administration�s commitment to improving compensation and policies to help County employees. She noted Ms. Arnold�s case would be monitored by an employee not associated with the department to prevent any conflicts.

There being no further questions or comments, the Board voted on the motion to approve the appeal.


SPECIAL NOTE: The foregoing motion was memorialized as a resolution and assigned Resolution No. R-1033-23. See Agenda Item 15F2, Legislative File No. 232290.
 
6A CHAIRPERSON OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS  
6B POLICY MATTERS FOR DISCUSSION BY THE BOARD  
6B1  
  232182 Discussion Item     Oliver G. Gilbert, III        
  DISCUSSION ITEM REGARDING THE IMPACT AND ROLLOUT OF THE ADMINISTRATION�S DECISION TO WAIVE FARES FOR METROBUS, METRORAIL, AND SPECIAL TRANSPORTATION SERVICE FROM NOVEMBER 13, 2023 THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2023 Presented
  REPORT: Mr. Jimmy Morales, Chief Operations Officers, Office of the Mayor, reviewed the rollout of the administration�s decision to waive fares for the Metrobus, Metrorail, and special transportation services from November 13, 2023 through December 31, 2023. He noted that the Department of Transportation and Public Works (DTPW) had prematurely announced the �no-fare� initiative before the program was properly vetted and apologized for any confusion this may have caused. Mr. Morales emphasized the importance of free fare programs to resident and cited other similar programs that had been successfully implemented around the Country. He pointed out these programs helped incentivize residents to utilize public transportation services more often and noted that the Mayor was authorized to waive fares for up to 180 days.

Mr. Morales estimated $9 million in revenue would be lost due to the program, but noted that ridership was expected to increase after the program to address budget gaps. He explained that the six (6) week period identified for the program was considered the �slow� period because it spanned the holidays such as Thanksgiving and Christmas. Mr. Morales noted that DPTW would provide additional security for ridership and explained these cost were covered within the existing contract. He explained that the newly implemented tracking technology used on the Metrobus systems, would be used to track ridership on the Metrorail and Metromover systems. Mr. Morales emphasized the importance of the public transit system to the community, and noted that DPTW would review weekday ridership statistics and the impact on riders.

Commissioner Cabrera thanked Mr. Morales for his review, and voiced his concerns regarding the fiscal impact of the program. He stated that while he recognized the merits of the program, the Board of County Commissioners (Board) should have been consulted about the decision.

Commissioner Cabrera noted that the program did not adhere to the 30-day notice requirement outlined in Resolution No. R-235-18, and requested the notice period be amended to require the report be submitted to the Board 60 days prior to the fare adjustment.

Commissioner Cabrera moved to amend Resolution No. R-235-18 to require the County Mayor or County Mayor�s designee to provide a written report to each County Commissioner pertaining to any transit fare or service adjustments made pursuant to section 2-150(c) or 2-150(d) of the Code of Miami-Dade County, Florida, prior to the already required placement of said report on an agenda of the County Commission. Said report shall be transmitted to each Commissioner�s office no less than 60 days prior to the implementation of any such transit fare or service adjustments.

Commissioner Regalado recognized the merits of the program despite the implementation issues. She noted the holiday season was the best time to implement the program, but requested better communication between DTPW and the Board. Commissioner Regalado referenced an educational pamphlet created by Transit Alliance in conjunction with Commission Higgins, and asked for the information to be forwarded to all District Commissioners so they were better equipped to deal with the complaints from residents, especially about routes that have been completely eliminated.

Mr. Morales detailed the administration�s efforts to collect ridership input.

Commissioner Bermudez indicated his support for the motion made by Commissioner Cabrera, but emphasized that communication between the Mayor, DPTW, and the Board needed to improve. He inquired as to how the administration would measure the impact of the program and requested an update be provided in six (6) month increments detailing ridership, and how the free fares improved ridership. Commissioner Bermudez recognized the intent of the program but contended it needed to be vetted more.

Mr. Morales advised that DTPW tracked ridership on a quarterly basis.

Discussion ensued between Mr. Morales and Commissioner Bermudez regarding tracking new riders on public transit systems.

Vice Chairman Rodriguez requested guidance from the County Attorney�s Office as to how the Board should proceed in light of the motion on the floor.
County Attorney Geri Bonzon-Keenan explained that the motion made by Commissioner Cabrera was a standalone motion that could be considered at the Board�s discretion. Given Mr. Morales� presentation, she noted there was sufficient budgetary authority to implement the changes, and advised that a separate motion to waive the reporting requirement of Resolution No. R-235-18 was needed.

Commissioner Cohen Higgins reviewed the circumstances leading to the premature announcement about the program and opined these issues should not negate the updates and improvements planned for the public transportation system.

Commissioner Cohen Higgins stated her support for the motion proffered by Commissioner Cabrera, but noted a motion to waive the reporting requirements outlined in Resolution No. R-235-18 was procedurally necessary to ensure the roll out of the program would not be hindered.

County Attorney Bonzon-Keenan advised that the motion to waive the reporting requirements could be considered after the motion proffered by Commissioner Cabrera.

Commissioner Cabrera moved to amend Resolution No. R-235-18 to require the County Mayor or County Mayor�s designee to provide a written report to each County Commissioner pertaining to any transit fare or service adjustments made pursuant to section 2-150(c) or 2-150(d) of the Code of Miami-Dade County, Florida, prior to the already required placement of said report on an agenda of the County Commission; and that said report shall be transmitted to each Commissioner�s office no less than 60 days prior to the implementation of any such transit fare or service adjustments. This motion was seconded by Commissioner Regalado, and upon being put a vote, passed by a vote of 10-0 (Commissioners Gonzalez, Higgins, and Chairman Gilbert were absent).

SPECIAL NOTE: The foregoing motion was memorialized as a resolution and assigned Resolution No. R-1033-23. See Agenda Item 15F2 (Legislative File No. 232290)

Commissioner Cohen Higgins moved to waive the existing reporting requirements of Resolution No. R-235-18. This motion was seconded by Commissioner Regalado, and upon being put to a vote, passed by a vote of 10-0 (Chairman Gilbert III and Commissioners Gonzalez and Higgins were absent).

Commissioner Bastien noted that Jitney service providers depended on fares for income. She pointed out with the holiday season and implementation of the program, this income would now be impacted and asked about the administration�s plans to provide support to those affected.

Mr. Morales stated that the administration was looking at various options such as advertising on Jitney buses to supplement the lost income, and working with the Jitney drivers to identify newly opened routes in need of supplementary service.

Commissioner Hardemon stated that while he supported the fare-free program, he would welcome a greater discussion on implementing free public transportation for all County residents on a permanent basis.
 
7 ORDINANCES SET FOR SECOND READING  
7A  
  231618 Ordinance   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Marleine Bastien
Sen. Rene Garcia
       
  ORDINANCE RELATING TO FOR-HIRE MOTOR VEHICLES; AMENDING SECTIONS 31-89 AND 31-93 OF THE CODE OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA; REVISING VEHICLE AGE AND INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS FOR TAXICABS OPERATING IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY; EXTENDING AUTHORIZATION ON A PERMANENT BASIS FOR VEHICLES 15 MODEL YEARS OR LESS TO BE LICENSED AND OPERATED AS TAXICABS IN THIS COUNTY; AMENDING VEHICLE AGE REQUIREMENTS AND STANDARDS FOR WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE VEHICLES FOR THE AMBASSADOR CABS PROGRAM TO NO GREATER THAN 15 MODEL YEARS; MAKING TECHNICAL AND CONFORMING CHANGES; PROVIDING SEVERABILITY, INCLUSION IN THE CODE, AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE Adopted
Ordinance 23-96
Mover: Micky Steinberg
Seconder: Kionne L. McGhee
Vote: 10 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  REPORT: County Attorney Geri Bonzon-Keenan read the title of the forgoing proposed ordinance into the record.

Commissioner Steinberg noted that previous legislation had been passed eliminating maximum rates for taxi cabs in the County, and inquired about the status of the report.

Mr. Raul Gonzalez, Chief, Passenger Transportation Regulatory Division, Department of Transportation and Public Works (DTPW), explained that the Miami-Dade County Code required a taxi rate report be compiled every two years, and noted the next report was due in October of 2024.

There being no further questions or comments, the Board proceeded to vote on the foregoing ordinance, as presented.
 
  9/6/2023 Adopted on first reading by the Board of County Commissioners  
  9/6/2023 Tentatively scheduled for a public hearing by the Board of County Commissioners  
  10/12/2023 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation following a public hearing by the Transportation, Mobility, and Planning Cmte.  
7B  
  231773 Ordinance     Marleine Bastien
Kionne L. McGhee
       
  ORDINANCE CREATING A HEAT STANDARD FOR OUTDOOR WORKERS; CREATING CHAPTER 22A AND AMENDING SECTION 8CC-10 OF THE CODE OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA; PROVIDING INTENT, PURPOSE, AND DEFINITIONS; ESTABLISHING PROCEDURES FOR IMPLEMENTATION; PROVIDING FOR COUNTY ENFORCEMENT; REQUIRING CERTAIN EMPLOYERS TO HAVE AN APPROVED MANDATORY HEAT EXPOSURE SAFETY PROGRAM; REQUIRING ACCESS TO DRINKING WATER; REQUIRING SHADED RECOVERY PERIODS; PROVIDING FOR MULTILINGUAL NOTICE OF EMPLOYEE RIGHTS; ESTABLISHING PENALTIES FOR VIOLATIONS OF CHAPTER; REQUIRING REPORTS; AMENDING SECTION 10-38; PROVIDING FOR DEBARMENT OF CONTRACTORS THAT VIOLATE HEAT STANDARD FOR OUTDOOR WORKERS; PROVIDING SEVERABILITY, INCLUSION IN THE CODE, AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE [SEE ORIGINAL ITEM UNDER FILE NO. 231454] Deferred to March 19, 2024
Mover: Marleine Bastien
Seconder: Kionne L. McGhee
Vote: 8 - 2
No: Cohen Higgins , Garc�a
Absent: Gilbert, III
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  REPORT: County Attorney Geri Bonzon-Keenan read the title of the forgoing proposed ordinance into the record.

Vice Chairman Rodriguez noted that the public hearing for the legislation was previously held, and would not be reopened at today�s (11/7) meeting. He acknowledged the members of the public attending today�s (11/7) meeting either in support of, and/or in opposition to, the foregoing proposed ordinance.

Commissioner Bastien noted the importance of the proposed legislation and the nationwide precedence it would set. She reviewed the intent of the item and noted that the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) had not developed a federal heat standard policy, thus the County should develop one due to record heat in the previous years.

Ms. Martha Baker, Nurse, Jackson Hospital, 1685 Cleveland Rd, Miami Beach FL, spoke about the rising cases of heat related injuries and urged the Board to consider the foregoing proposed item for protection of all outdoor workers.

Commissioner McGhee indicated his support for the foregoing proposed ordinance and the proffered amendments.

Vice Chairman Rodriguez stated that although he understood the intent of the item, he was concerned about creating an additional tier of government to enforce the new rules. He noted that he could not support the proposed legislation in its current form and recommended the Board consider expanding heat safety education, or partner with the State.

Commissioner Cabrera advised that while he had supported the legislation at the Committee level he believed more discussion was needed to vet the proffered amendments, and other elements of the ordinance such as the proposed fines, liabilities, and industry enforcement.

Commissioner Bermudez concurred with the comments made by his colleagues and noted that he was particularly concerned that the item only addressed two (2) industries, and was not inclusive of all outdoor jobs. Commissioner Bermudez stated that the creation of another enforcement branch of government fell within the purview of the federal government, and noted that the State would weigh in on the issue as well.

Commissioner Cohen Higgins echoed Commissioner Bermudez�s comments; citing concerns about the inclusivity of the item. She emphasized that the proposed ordinance went beyond the basic necessities of water, rest, and shade. Commissioner Cohen Higgins maintained that the legislation was not fair because it only addressed two (2) private sector industries, with no references regarding implementation throughout County departments. She commented on the fiscal impact of the item and requested clarification as to how the new department would be funded and managed.

Mayor Levine Cava assured the Board members that there was sufficient funding and support within the existing departmental structure and budgets for the new department and tasks. She reviewed potential assignments through Code Enforcement and the Department of Regulatory and Economic Resources (RER) and explained that staff would receive the proper education on the new standards and would begin enforcement in May of 2025.

Commissioner Cohen Higgins emphasized that an adequate timeframe was necessary to determine implementation. She noted that OSHA had commenced their evaluation process in December 2021 to assess heat regulations and requirements; and identified portions of the proposed legislation that may be preempted by OSHA.

Responding to Commissioner Cohen Higgins� question as to whether there were any other County codes regulating health and safety, Assistant County

Attorney (ACA) Marlon Moffett stated that the County had very minimal codes regarding occupational health and safety, but nothing of this magnitude.

Commissioner Cohen Higgins recounted a previous court case with OSHA regarding tower crane regulations set by the County in 2008 that was later overturned because the County did not have jurisdiction to legislate this specific field. She noted that the official OSHA standard regarding heat was �water, rest, and shade�, as OSHA continued to develop further regulations. Commissioner Cohen Higgins stated that OSHA had the overall authority in occupational health and safety, and argued that if this legislation was adopted, it would be preempted by any OSHA approved regulations. She reviewed the various violations and potential consequences included in the proposed legislation, and noted that there was no entity to enforce these regulations nor was there a process to appeal. Commissioner Cohen Higgins emphasized that the proposed heat sanction was overreaching and inferred that farmers and other industries were not properly addressing the matter, which could cripple all industries.

Commissioner Regalado thanked the residents who came out to speak on the item, and Commissioners Bastien and McGhee for their commitment and dedication to drafting the legislation. She voiced her concerns on adopting legislation that could be preempted by OSHA legislation and cited the �Tenant Bill of Rights� as an example of what could occur.
Commissioner Regalado spoke about the need to properly vet proposed legislation and the public hearing component of items. She pointed out the regulations were not being implemented or enforced within County and opined more education and stakeholder input was needed.

Commissioner McGhee stated that he was working with Ms. Alexis Cataluyd and Mr. Bryan Avila, both members of the Florida Senate, on creating a State-wide educational platform to prevent preemption. He emphasized that the worker safety was the primary concern of the proposed ordinance, reviewed Page 7 Section B of the proposed ordinance.

Responding to Commissioner McGhee�s request for clarification, Assistant County Attorney (ACA) Kerbel confirmed that the proposed ordinance did not mandate the creation of a new County department.

Commissioner McGhee emphasized the need for the legislation. He questioned whether OSHA had taken any measures to preempt the County�s proposed heat regulations and asked if the Board would be permitted to adopt legislation to address the matter.

ACA Kerbel stated that there were no measures taken at present that would preempt the County�s heat regulation and explained the difference with the crane preemption. He further noted that it was within the Board�s jurisdiction to adopt legislation to address the issue.

In response to Commissioner McGhee�s questions about the County�s heat action plan, Mayor Levine Cava advised that the County had an assigned Heat Chief Officer, a defined heat season and an extreme heat action plan.

Commissioner McGhee acknowledged the comments and concerns raised by his colleagues and reiterated the intent of the proposed legislation was to provide protections for outdoor workers, not to hinder industries.

Vice Chairman Rodriguez clarified the proposed ordinance would not create a new department, but implement the program through RER.

Addressing Vice Chairman Rodriguez�s request for clarification about the additional resources needed to create the dedicated sub-department, ACA Kerbel stated the term �department� within the legislation referred to a placeholder for the entity that would implement and enforce the regulations. He noted RER would oversee the program, but noted the administration would make the final decision regarding the organizational and reporting structure.

Commissioner Cabrera echoed Commissioner Regalado�s concerns about properly vetting legislation and noted that he would like more input from all stakeholders. He also suggested that the sponsors consider drafting the legislation to require the creation of a task force, similar to what was done for Biscayne Bay.

Commissioner Cohen Higgins reiterated hers concerns and the language referencing the creation of a new department.

Commissioner Bermudez referenced pages MDC Page 12 Section 22A-4 (2) (3) of the proposed legislation and requested clarification regarding the use of the terms �director� and �department.�

ACA Kerbel stated that including the terms �director�� and �department� were to define a reporting structure.

Discussion ensued between Commissioner Bermudez and Mayor Levine Cava regarding the availability of funding and resources to staff the program.

Mr. David Clodfelter, Chief Budget Officer and Director of the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), reviewed the UMSA 2025 budget cited by Commissioner Bermudez, and pointed out the fines imposed for any violations would generate funds to supplement UMSA deficits.

Commissioner Bermudez voiced his concerns about the fiscal impact of the item and questioned whether the department would be funded from General Funds or fines.

Mr. Clodfelter advised he was unable to provide an estimate of costs or funding mechanisms because the fine amounts were not finalized.

Commissioner Bastien thanked her colleagues for the feedback, and requested the foregoing proposed legislation be deferred to the January 2024 Board meeting to address their concerns.

Commissioner Garcia maintained that the proposed heat ordinance should apply to all outdoor workers including County employees, and as such he could not support the item as presented or the deferral request.

Commissioner Cohen Higgins concurred with Commissioner Garcia, and reviewed the history of the ordinance. She stated that the Board and the community had extensive conversations on this item, and were never able to come to a consensus.

Commissioner Cohen Higgins emphasized that this was the third time this ordinance was discussed by the Board members with hundreds of residents waiting for a final vote. She stated she could not support a deferral and suggested the sponsors start from the beginning.

Commissioner McGhee stated that he was willing to meet with stakeholders to find common ground regarding the proposed ordinance and agreed that a deferral would grant more time to develop a more cohesive legislation.

Mayor Levine Cava indicated her support for the deferral. She commented on the need and importance of heat education and thanked the stakeholders and public for their input thus far.

Discussion ensued between Vice Chairman Rodriguez and ACA Kerbel regarding the procedural position of the proposed legislation given the prior deferrals.

Commissioner Bermudez indicated his support for the deferral despite overall concerns regarding the item. He also questioned whether other health and safety legislation could be presented for consideration if the foregoing proposed ordinance was not adopted.

County Attorney Geri Bonzon-Keenan reviewed the options available to the Board and sponsors in the event the motion to defer did not pass.

Commissioner Bermudez clarified that his support for the deferral was contingent on the foregoing proposed legislation being completely reviewed and revised.

There being no other questions or comments, the Board by motion duly made, seconded and carried, deferred to the March 19, 2024 Board meeting.
 
  9/11/2023 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation following a public hearing by the Community Health Committee  
7C  
  231956 Ordinance     Kevin Marino Cabrera        
  ORDINANCE RELATING TO ZONING IN THE UNINCORPORATED AREA; AMENDING SECTION 33-284.99.59 OF THE CODE OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA; REVISING PALMER LAKE METROPOLITAN URBAN CENTER ZONING DISTRICT REGULATIONS PERTAINING TO RESIDENTIAL USES ON LOTS ADJOINING THE MIAMI RIVER IN THE RIVERSIDE SUB-DISTRICT; PROVIDING SEVERABILITY, INCLUSION IN THE CODE, AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE [SEE ORIGINAL ITEM UNDER FILE NO. 231424] Amended
  REPORT: See Legislative File No. 232282 (Agenda Item 7C Amended) for the final amended version.  
  10/11/2023 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation following a public hearing by the County Infrastructure, Operations and Innovations Committee  
7C SUPPLEMENT  
  232202 Supplement      
  SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION TO ORDINANCE RELATING TO ZONING IN THE UNINCORPORATED AREA; AMENDING SECTION 33-284.99.59 OF THE CODE; REVISING PALMER LAKE METROPOLITAN URBAN CENTER ZONING DISTRICT REGULATIONS PERTAINING TO RESIDENTIAL USES ON LOTS ADJOINING THE MIAMI RIVER IN THE RIVERSIDE SUB-DISTRICT Presented
7C AMENDED  
  232282 Ordinance   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Kevin Marino Cabrera        
  ORDINANCE RELATING TO ZONING IN THE UNINCORPORATED AREA; AMENDING SECTION 33-284.99.59 OF THE CODE OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA; REVISING PALMER LAKE METROPOLITAN URBAN CENTER ZONING DISTRICT REGULATIONS PERTAINING TO RESIDENTIAL USES ON LOTS ADJOINING THE MIAMI RIVER IN THE RIVERSIDE SUB-DISTRICT; PROVIDING SEVERABILITY, INCLUSION IN THE CODE, AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE [SEE ORIGINAL ITEMS UNDER FILE NOS. 231424, 231956] Adopted as amended
Ordinance 23-97
Mover: Kevin Marino Cabrera
Seconder: Keon Hardemon
Vote: 10 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  REPORT: County Attorney Geri Bonzon-Keenan read the title of the forgoing proposed ordinance into the record.

Commissioner Cabrera moved to amend the foregoing proposed ordinance to include the changes outlined in the supplemental item (Agenda Item 7C Supplement).

There being no further questions or comments, the Board proceeded to vote on the foregoing ordinance, as amended, so that (1) The provision requiring Miami River Commission review of certain projects on lots adjoining the Miami River be amended to specify that the Miami River Commission shall have an opportunity to provide a recommendation as to a project�s impact upon, and compatibility with, existing industrial water-dependent uses in the area and the compatibility of the water-dependent use proposed for the first floor of the project with such existing uses; (2) a new provision be added to require the project applicant, and any subsequent purchaser, to provide the industrial uses disclosure required for certain real property transactions pursuant to section 33-284.99.61 to any prospective purchasers, tenants, or leaseholders relating to property adjoining the Miami River that is or may be developed for residential use; and (3) other technical and conforming amendments be made.
 
7D  
  232048 Ordinance   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Anthony Rodriguez        
  ORDINANCE RELATING TO ZONING IN THE UNINCORPORATED AREA; AMENDING SECTION 33-20 OF THE CODE OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA; REVISING REGULATIONS PERTAINING TO THE SIZE OF UTILITY SHEDS PERMITTED ON RESIDENTIAL LOTS; MAKING TECHNICAL CHANGES; PROVIDING SEVERABILITY, INCLUSION IN THE CODE, AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE [SEE ORIGINAL ITEMS UNDER FILE NOS. 231521, 231925] Adopted
Ordinance 23-98
Mover: Raquel A. Regalado
Seconder: Juan Carlos Bermudez
Vote: 10 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  REPORT: Commissioner Regalado stated that she pulled the item to vote no.

Commissioner Hardemon pointed out that not every school zone carried the same type of signage, and voiced his concerns about a machine issuing speeding citations. He suggested the machine cite violators for exceeding the school zone speed limits by more than five (5) miles per hour (mph) instead of the one (1) mph limit proposed in the legislation.

Vice Chairman Rodriguez noted that the speed limit in school zones was typically 15 mph and clarified that the device could only issue a citation for speeds of 26 mph or more in a school zone.

Commissioner Hardemon requested the device issued citations be done for speeds of 30 mph or more, which made it harder for drivers to contest the ticket.

Vice Chairman Rodriguez recognized the points raised by Commissioner Hardemon but declined to amend the item to increase the speed limits as proposed.

Commissioner Hardemon reiterated there were inconsistencies in school zones signage and restated his concerns that the device would be unable to differentiate these situations.

Commissioner Garcia inquired if the equipment was approved by the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT).

Ms. Namita Uppal, Director, Strategic Procurement Department (SPD), explained that FDOT was due to release specification and installation guidelines on December 31, 2023; and noted staff had the draft proposals in hand.

Commissioner Garcia asked if the Miami Dade County Public Schools system had been informed of the proposed legislation.

Mr. Tom Buchanan, Assistant Director, Miami-Dade Police Department (MDAD), advised that MDCPS had not been informed about the initiative, and clarified that school zones were policed by MDAD in unincorporated areas while the school police handled issues on school property.

There being no further questions or comments, the Board proceeded to vote on the foregoing ordinance, as presented.
 
  10/11/2023 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation with committee amendments following public hearing by the County Infrastructure, Operations and Innovations Committee  
7E  
  231648 Ordinance   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Anthony Rodriguez        
  ORDINANCE RELATING TO ENFORCEMENT OF SCHOOL ZONE SPEED LIMITS; CREATING SECTION 30-5.1 OF THE CODE OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA; AUTHORIZING THE PLACEMENT AND INSTALLATION OF SPEED DETECTION SYSTEMS ON ROADWAYS MAINTAINED AS SCHOOL ZONES; PROVIDING SEVERABILITY, INCLUSION IN THE CODE, AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE Adopted
Ordinance 23-99
Mover: Anthony Rodriguez
Seconder: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Vote: 6 - 2
No: Regalado , Garc�a
Absent: Gilbert, III , Bastien , McGhee
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  9/6/2023 Adopted on first reading by the Board of County Commissioners  
  9/6/2023 Tentatively scheduled for a public hearing by the Board of County Commissioners  
  10/10/2023 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation following a public hearing by the Chairmans Policy Council & Intergov. Affairs Cmte.  
8 DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS  
8A AVIATION DEPARTMENT  
8A1  
  231728 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Kevin Marino Cabrera        
  RESOLUTION APPROVING, BY A TWO-THIRDS VOTE OF BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 125.355, FLORIDA STATUTES, CONTRACT FOR SALE AND PURCHASE (�CONTRACT�) BY MIAMI-DADE COUNTY FOR THE ACQUISITION OF APPROXIMATELY 198,440 SQUARE FEET OF OFFICE AND WAREHOUSE SPACE ON 501,301 SQUARE FEET OF LAND LOCATED EAST OF MIAMI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT FROM SIMKINS AIRPORT PROPERTY, LLC, AS SELLER, FOR A PURCHASE PRICE OF $45,000,000.00; APPROVING ASSIGNMENT OF EXISTING LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE COUNTY AND BUDGET RENT-A-CAR SYSTEM, INC. FOR LEASE OF APPROXIMATELY 172,000 SQUARE FEET OF SPACE UNTIL MAY 31, 2024 AT A MONTHLY RENTAL RATE OF APPROXIMATELY $41,666.67; AUTHORIZING AWARD OF A BID WAIVER CONTRACT PURSUANT TO SECTION 5.03(D) OF THE HOME RULE CHARTER AND SECTION 2-8.1 OF THE COUNTY CODE BY A TWO-THIRDS VOTE OF THE BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT AND APPROVING THE AWARD OF A MANAGEMENT AGREEMENT AND LICENSE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE COUNTY AND PARK �N FLY SERVICE LLC FOR A TERM OF FIVE YEARS WITH TWO ONE-YEAR OPTIONS TO RENEW FOR A MANAGEMENT FEE OF $40,000.00 PLUS FIVE PERCENT OF GROSS REVENUES AND AN ADDITIONAL TIERED PERCENTAGE BASED ON REVENUE; AUTHORIZING THE CHAIRPERSON OR VICE-CHAIRPERSON OF THE BOARD TO EXECUTE ACCEPTANCE OF WARRANTY DEED, AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE THE CONTRACT, MANAGEMENT AGREEMENT AND LICENSE AGREEMENT, EXERCISE ALL PROVISIONS CONTAINED THEREIN, AND PERFORM ALL ACTS NECESSARY TO EFFECTUATE SAME; AND DIRECTING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO PROVIDE AN EXECUTED COPY OF THE AGREEMENTS TO THE PROPERTY APPRAISER WITHIN 30 DAYS OF THEIR EXECUTION(Aviation Department) Adopted
Resolution R-972-23
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Kevin Marino Cabrera
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  10/12/2023 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Airport and Economic Development Committee  
8A2  
  231851 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Kevin Marino Cabrera        
  RESOLUTION APPROVING AIRLINE VIP CLUB LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN BRITISH AIRWAYS PLC CORPORATION AND MIAMI-DADE COUNTY FOR THE LEASE AND CONSTRUCTION OF VIP CLUB SPACE AT MIAMI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT�S CENTRAL TERMINAL IN CONCOURSE E-SATELLITE FOR 10 YEARS WITH ONE FIVE YEAR RENEWAL OPTION AND AN ANNUAL RENTAL AMOUNT OF $1,747,463.10 IN THE INITIAL YEAR AND ADJUSTED EACH YEAR THEREAFTER IN ACCORDANCE WITH RESOLUTION NO. R-1054-90, IN ADDITION TO A UTILITY FEE, A CONCESSION FEE, AND AN OPPORTUNITY FEE; AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE SAME AND EXERCISE ALL RIGHTS CONFERRED THEREIN, AND TO PERFORM ALL ACTS NECESSARY TO EFFECTUATE SAME; AND DIRECTING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO PROVIDE THE COUNTY PROPERTY APPRAISER A COPY OF SAID LEASE(Aviation Department) Adopted
Resolution R-973-23
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  10/12/2023 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Airport and Economic Development Committee  
8A2 SUPPLEMENT  
  231981 Supplement      
  SUPPLEMENT INFORMATION RE: RESOLUTION APPROVING AIRLINE VIP CLUB LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN BRITISH AIRWAYS PLC CORPORATION AND MIAMI-DADE COUNTY FOR THE LEASE AND CONSTRUCTION OF VIP CLUB SPACE AT MIAMI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT'S CENTRAL TERMINAL IN CONCOURSE E-SATELLITE FOR 10 YEARS WITH ONE FIVE YEAR RENEWAL OPTION AND AN ANNUAL RENTAL AMOUNT OF $1,747,463.10 IN THE INITIAL YEAR AND ADJUSTED EACH YEAR THEREAFTER IN ACCORDANCE WITH RESOLUTION NO. R-1054-90, IN ADDITION TO A UTILITY FEE, A CONCESSION FEE, AND AN OPPORTUNITY FEE Presented
  10/12/2023 Forwarded to BCC by the Airport and Economic Development Committee  
8B thru 8E (No items were submitted for these sections.)  
8F INTERNAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT  
8F1  
  231547 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Kionne L. McGhee        
  RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AN AMENDMENT TO THE DECLARATION OF RESTRICTIONS APPLICABLE TO THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 27505 SW 132 AVENUE AND IDENTIFIED BY FOLIO NUMBER 30-6935-000-0400 (�PROPERTY�) EXTENDING THE DEADLINE BY WHICH THE OWNER, AMAZON.COM SERVICES, LLC, A DELAWARE LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, MUST COMPLETE THE PROJECT AND CREATE NECESSARY JOBS BY 12 MONTHS; AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE THE AMENDMENT, TO EXERCISE ALL RIGHTS CONFERRED THEREIN, AND TO TAKE ALL ACTIONS NECESSARY TO EFFECTUATE SAME(Internal Services) Adopted
Resolution R-974-23
Mover: Kionne L. McGhee
Seconder: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Regalado
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  REPORT: Commissioner Cohen Higgins voiced her concerns about granting the extension since the timeframe outlined in the original proposed item to create the jobs was not met. She spoke about the importance of the private sector honoring commitments made to the County and inquired if the language in the proposed resolution could be strengthened to prevent additional extensions.

Mr. Alex Munoz, Director, Internal Services Department (ISD), noted the provision limiting extension requests was not included in the subject contract but confirmed it could be added to future contracts. He noted construction of the facility was underway and explained that Amazon had requested an extension due to economic and supply-chain issues. Mr. Munoz advised that the company planned to complete staffing and begin operations by 2025.

Commissioner McGhee asked if there was a way to work with Amazon to ensure that the surrounding communities benefited from economic development opportunities.

Mr. Munoz stated that ISD could do outreach, along with working with Amazon to secure a commitment to the community.

Mr. Sam Bailey, Amazon�s Economic Development Policy Manager, stated the company planned to launch the facility in the next year with a goal to leverage their workforce staffing teams to conduct local hiring fairs within South Dade. He noted that Amazon was working with local organizations to hire a minimum of 325 workers, and thanked the Commissioners for the extension.

Commissioner McGhee inquired about community benefits other than job creation.

Mr. Bailey stated that Amazon contributed over $1.1 million in community engagement to nonprofit organizations that contribute to the economic welfare of the County. Additionally, he noted that associates hired at the facility would be eligible for �Career Choice� if they maintained employment for more than 90 days. Mr. Bailey explained the �Career Choice� initiative which included vocational or higher education options.

There being no further questions or comments, the Board proceeded to vote on the foregoing resolution, as presented.
 
  9/13/2023 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Airport and Economic Development Committee  
  10/3/2023 Deferred by the Board of County Commissioners  
8G MANAGEMENT AND BUDGET DEPARTMENT  
8G1  
  231936 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy     
  RESOLUTION APPROVING THE COUNTY MAYOR�S RECOMMENDATIONS FOR AWARD OF PRORATED THREE-MONTH CONTRACTS IN THE TOTAL ANNUALIZED AMOUNT OF $4,487,068.00 FOR ENDING THE HIV EPIDEMIC (EHE) HEALTHTEC, HOUSING STABILITY, AND MOBILE GO TEAMS SERVICES UNDER FISCAL YEAR 2023 ENDING THE HIV EPIDEMIC: A PLAN FOR AMERICA�RYAN WHITE HIV/AIDS PROGRAM PARTS A AND B COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT; AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE, ON BEHALF OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, TO NEGOTIATE AND EXECUTE INITIAL CONTRACTS FOR APPROXIMATELY THREE MONTHS WITH THE SUBRECIPIENTS IDENTIFIED HEREIN WITH AN EFFECTIVE DATE OF DECEMBER 1, 2023 THROUGH FEBRUARY 29, 2024, IN ACCORDANCE WITH REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. EHE-2223 ''ENDING THE HIV EPIDEMIC (EHE) HEALTHTEC, QUICK CONNECT, HOUSING STABILITY, AND MOBILE GO TEAMS SERVICES'', EXERCISE AMENDMENTS, TERMINATION PROVISIONS, OPTIONS TO RENEW, AND ALL OTHER RIGHTS CONTAINED IN SAID CONTRACTS; AND WAIVING RESOLUTION NO. R-130-06(Office of Management and Budget) Adopted
Resolution R-975-23
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  10/10/2023 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Community Health Committee  
8G2  
  231974 Resolution     Anthony Rodriguez        
  RESOLUTION APPROVING FOR IMPLEMENTATION A COMPETITIVE GRANT PROCESS FOR FUNDING COMMUNITY-BASED ORGANIZATIONS (�CBO�) MANAGED BY THE OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND BUDGET-GRANTS COORDINATION, INCLUDING THE PROCESS, TIMELINE, SERVICE PRIORITY AREAS, FUNDING ALLOCATIONS, REVIEW CRITERIA, AND THREE-YEAR CONTRACT CYCLE; APPROVING TEMPLATE CBO GRANT AGREEMENT; APPROVING AMENDMENTS TO IMPLEMENTING ORDER 3-15 TO CONFORM TO NEW COMPETITIVE GRANT PROCESS GUIDANCE DOCUMENT AND TEMPLATE CBO GRANT AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO ENFORCE ALL PROVISIONS SET FORTH THEREIN; AND APPROVING THREE-MONTH CONTRACT EXTENSION OR AGREEMENT TO CBO�S FUNDED IN FISCAL YEAR 2022-23 AND 2023-24, BEGINNING ON OCTOBER 1, 2024, AND ENDING ON DECEMBER 31, 2024, AND AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO NEGOTIATE AND EXECUTE GRANT EXTENSIONS OR AGREEMENTS AND ENFORCE ALL PROVISIONS SET FORTH THEREIN(Office of Management and Budget) Amended
  REPORT: Please see Legislative File No. 240213 (Agenda Item 8G2 Amended) for the final amended version.  
  10/10/2023 Forwarded to the BCC by the BCC Chairperson with favorable recommendation with committee amendments by the Community Health Committee  
  10/17/2023 Deferred by the Board of County Commissioners  
8G2 AMENDED  
  240213 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Anthony Rodriguez        
  RESOLUTION APPROVING FOR IMPLEMENTATION A COMPETITIVE GRANT PROCESS FOR FUNDING COMMUNITY-BASED ORGANIZATIONS (''CBO'') MANAGED BY THE OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND BUDGET-GRANTS COORDINATION, INCLUDING THE PROCESS, TIMELINE, SERVICE PRIORITY AREAS, FUNDING ALLOCATIONS, REVIEW CRITERIA, AND THREE-YEAR CONTRACT CYCLE; APPROVING TEMPLATE CBO GRANT AGREEMENT; APPROVING AMENDMENTS TO IMPLEMENTING ORDER 3-15 TO CONFORM TO NEW COMPETITIVE GRANT PROCESS GUIDANCE DOCUMENT AND TEMPLATE CBO GRANT AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO ENFORCE ALL PROVISIONS SET FORTH THEREIN; AND APPROVING THREE-MONTH CONTRACT EXTENSION OR AGREEMENT TO CBO�S FUNDED IN FISCAL YEAR 2022-23 AND 2023-24, BEGINNING ON OCTOBER 1, 2024, AND ENDING ON DECEMBER 31, 2024, AND AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO NEGOTIATE AND EXECUTE GRANT EXTENSIONS OR AGREEMENTS AND ENFORCE ALL PROVISIONS SET FORTH THEREIN [SEE ORIGINAL ITEMS UNDER FILE NOS. 231914,231974](Office of Management and Budget) Adopted as amended
Resolution R-976-23
Mover: Anthony Rodriguez
Seconder: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Vote: 8 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Bastien , McGhee
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  REPORT: Commissioner Bastien advised of a potential conflict of interest regarding the foregoing proposed resolution. She noted she was currently the Executive Director for Family Action Network Movement (FANM) which received Community-Based Organizations (CBO) Grant awards. Commissioner Bastien stated she would abstain from voting on the matter and exited the chambers.

Commissioner Cabrera requested the foregoing proposed resolution be amended to require a 25% expense cap on the total indirect, or administrative cost for each program allocation from the County.

Assistant County Attorney Leigh C. Kobrinski advised that the foregoing proposed resolution would be amended to provide that Implementing Order 3-15 (Exhibit 2), require a 25% expense cap on the total indirect, or administrative cost for each program allocation from the County; and to make conforming changes to the CBO Grant Application Guidance document (Exhibit 1) and the CBO grant agreement (Attachment A to Exhibit 1).

Vice Chairman accepted the proffered amendment.

Commissioner Bermudez asked if the 25% applied to all administrative costs.

Mayor Levine Cava explained that each proposal would be evaluated individually at the maximum rate to determine the largest impact.

Commissioner Bermudez questioned whether the 25% cap would be required per individual application or the organization.

Mr. Daniel Wall, Director, Office of Grants Coordination, clarified that the 25% cap would apply to the County�s allocation to the organization.

Commissioner Hardemon highlighted that the legislation proposed a three (3) year cycle, which would give commissioners limited time for input, due to their term limitations. He recommended the administration review the allocations on an annual basis, and requested that the item be amended to reflect a one (1) year cycle.

Vice Chairman Rodriguez clarified that the allocations would be reviewed on a yearly basis.

Commissioner Hardemon stated that his proffered amendment was made with the intent that organizations would be required to re-bid annually, instead of every three (3) years.

Vice Chairman Rodriguez accepted the amendment as proffered by Commissioner Hardemon.

Mayor Levine Cava reviewed the selection, training and rating processes and explained the challenges if done annually. She explained that the current process provided stability and security for multi-year funding. Mayor Levine Cava acknowledged the concerns raised by Commissioner Hardemon and concurred that the process should be more streamlined.

Vice Chairman Rodriguez inquired if the administration would be amenable to reducing the cycle time to two (2) years.

Mayor Levine Cava advised that the final decision was up to the Board, but noted the administration historically preferred a three (3) year cycle. She provided an overview of the three (3) year process, and highlighted that every project was monitored and audited with underperforming organizations removed.

Commissioner Cohen Higgins concurred with Commissioner Hardemon�s comments and cited examples of why an annual report would be necessary. Additionally, she stated that she would require the annual report be provided to the Board as an agenda item detailing compliant analyses.

Mayor Levine Cava explained that the financial reviews for CBOs were listed in the annual but recognized that the more could be done to apprise the Board on CBO qualitative reports. She explained the maximum amount a CBO could be allocated was $60,000 and noted that very few CBOs were awarded the maximum allocation.

Commissioner Garcia echoed his colleagues concerns regarding the three (3) year cycle and stated he need more assurances that CBOs would be monitored more closely and the Commission members would receive more frequent updates about their allocations. Without these safeguards, Commissioner Garcia stated he would not be able to support the proposed item as presented.

Mr. Wall stated that under previous legislation, the administration was required to provide Board members with a CBO report card that outlined the results and ratings of the County�s monitoring system. He noted that report cards were placed on agendas annually for review.

In response to Commissioner Hardemon�s question about the report cards, Mr. Wall noted that the administration and the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) were responsible for producing the report cards. He stated that individuals were contracted officers within OMB and assigned a portfolio of various CBOs to be monitored annually. He noted that the administration frequently changed assignments to ensure impartiality in the processing.

Commissioner Hardemon pointed out that some organizations had complained about the arduous application process and noted in the event the Board kept the three (3) year cycle, the report card would be beneficial. Commissioner Hardemon spoke about the need to formalize the monitoring staffing requirements and suggested the administration develop a complaint process to address concerns pertaining to irregular practices.

Mayor Levine Cava noted the administration would like to be informed of any complaints, and noted that the complaint process had been approved by the Office of the Inspector General (OIG), with input from the Commission on Ethics and Public Trust (COE). Mayor Levine Cava expressed that she would outline and clarify this process to better inform the Board, and highlighted that any concerns the Board had regarding a complaint would be followed and investigated immediately.

Commissioner Cohen Higgins supported the amendments proffered by Commissioner Hardemon and inquired when the next CBO report card would be provided because the Board last received one in September 2022.

Mr. Wall noted that the CBO report card was currently in the process of being added to an agenda.
Commissioner Cohen Higgins pointed that it would be beneficial to provide a CBO report card prior to the budgeting cycle, requested this language be added to the legislation.

Vice Chairman Rodriguez concurred with his colleagues and asked for a timeframe on the vetting process for the Request for Proposals (RFP).He noted the CBO process was complicated and may be difficult to navigate for smaller organizations.

Mayor Levine Cava announced that the process was being revised for the first time in 10 years and explained the vetting process was done via surveys, community meetings, and input from various non-profit support groups to help spread awareness. Mayor Levine Cava reviewed the measures taken by the administration to help smaller organizations and noted that the process would be advertised through the Commissioners� offices to give Board members the opportunity to help the organizations. She expressed that a multiyear allocation was not atypical for a philanthropic entities because it helped organizations plan and execute their visions.

Commissioner Bermudez inquired if the CBO report card would be on the next meeting agenda.

Mayor Levine Cava assured the Board members that the item would be expedited, and noted the new cycle would impact the reporting.

Mr. Wall stated that OMB would schedule the end of year date prior to the budget hearings.

There being no further questions or concerns, the Board proceeded to vote on the foregoing proposed resolution, as amended to require:

- A 25% expense cap on the total indirect, or administrative cost for each program allocation from the County;

- The report card to be submitted before the budget cycle and identifies who in the administration would be involved in the review;

- The formalization of a complaint process pertaining to any irregularities.

There being no further comments or questions, the Board proceeded to vote on the proposed resolution, as amended.
 
8H (No items were submitted for this section.)  
8I MIAMI-DADE POLICE DEPARTMENT  
8I1  
  231867 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Juan Carlos Bermudez        
  RESOLUTION APPROVING THE TERMS OF AND RETROACTIVELY AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE AN AUTHORIZED ACCESS FORM BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, THROUGH THE MIAMI-DADE POLICE DEPARTMENT (�MDPD�), AND SOUNDTHINKING, INC., PROVIDING UMMAH FUTURES INTERNATIONAL, LLC WITH ACCESS TO MDPD�S RESOURCEROUTER COMMUNITY SUBSCRIPTION SERVICES DATA, AND AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXERCISE THE TERMINATION PROVISION CONTAINED THEREIN; FURTHER AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE FUTURE AGREEMENTS WITH SOUNDTHINKING PROVIDING CERTAIN PUBLIC SAFETY ORGANIZATIONS WITH ACCESS TO MDPD'S SOUNDTHINKING DATA, AND TO EXERCISE THE TERMINATION PROVISION CONTAINED THEREIN(Miami-Dade Police Department) Adopted
Resolution R-977-23
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  10/11/2023 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Community Safety, Security & Emergency Mgmt. Cmte.  
8I2  
  231461 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Community Safety, Security & Emergency Mgmt. Cmte.        
  RESOLUTION APPROVING THE TERMS OF AND AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR'S DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE A DATA ACCESS AND USE AGREEMENT (�AGREEMENT") BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, THROUGH THE MIAMI-DADE POLICE DEPARTMENT ("MDPD"), AND THE PARTNERSHIP FOR POLICING INNOVATION AND REFORM ("POLICING LAB"), FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING THE POLICING LAB WITH ACCESS TO AND USE OF PERTINENT MDPD RECORDS AND DATA FOR THE PURPOSE OF DEVELOPING A FUTURE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN THE PARTIES WHEREIN THE POLICING LAB MAY PROVIDE THE MDPD WITH EXPERT TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE, TRAINING, TECHNOLOGY, AND SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTISE; AND AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR'S DESIGNEE TO EXERCISE THE TERMINATION PROVISION CONTAINED THEREIN, AND EXECUTE AMENDMENTS, PROVIDED THAT SUCH AMENDMENTS DO NOT ALTER THE TERM OR PURPOSE OF THE AGREEMENT(Miami-Dade Police Department) Adopted
Resolution R-978-23
Mover: Juan Carlos Bermudez
Seconder: Anthony Rodriguez
Vote: 7 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Bastien , Regalado , McGhee
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  10/11/2023 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation as corrected by the Community Safety, Security & Emergency Mgmt. Cmte.  
8J PORT OF MIAMI DEPARTMENT  
8J1  
  232191 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Danielle Cohen Higgins        
  RESOLUTION APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE, AND EXERCISE ALL RIGHTS SET FORTH IN, (1) THE THIRD AMENDMENT TO THE CAMPUS LEASE BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY (COUNTY) AND ROYAL CARIBBEAN CRUISES LTD. (RCG) WITH AN ESTIMATED POSITIVE FISCAL IMPACT OF $163,000,000.00, REDUCED FROM $260,000,000.00 IN THE SECOND AMENDMENT AND (2) THE FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE CONSTRUCTION AGENCY SERVICES WITH NO CHANGE TO ESTIMATED FISCAL IMPACT IN THE ORIGINAL CONSTRUCTION AGENCY SERVICES AGREEMENT AND (3) THE FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE CRUISE TERMINAL USAGE AGREEMENT WITH AN ESTIMATED POSITIVE FISCAL IMPACT OF $2,420,000,000.00 TO THE COUNTY, REDUCED FROM $2,500,000,000.00 IN THE ORIGINAL CRUISE TERMINAL USAGE AGREEMENT; WITH RESPECT TO THE THIRD AMENDMENT TO THE CAMPUS LEASE, DIRECTING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO PROVIDE A COPY OF SUCH DOCUMENT TO THE PROPERTY APPRAISER�S OFFICE; WITH RESPECT TO THE CRUISE TERMINAL USAGE AGREEMENT, AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO TAKE ALL ACTIONS NECESSARY TO EFFECTUATE THE SAME, INCLUDING ENTRY INTO DESIGN-BUILD AGREEMENTS AT AN ESTIMATED COST OF $425,000,000.00, INCREASED FROM $325,000,000.00, WITH RCG REIMBURSEMENT IN AN AMOUNT OF AT LEAST $199,750,000.00, INCREASED FROM $152,750,000.00 PLUS INTEREST AT 6.5 PERCENT, TOTALING UP TO $396,402,000.00 IN CAPITAL RECOVERY FEES TO THE COUNTY; AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO TAKE SUCH OTHER ACTS, WITHIN CERTAIN PARAMETERS, AS NECESSARY TO GIVE EFFECT TO THE AGREEMENTS AND AMENDMENTS CONTEMPLATED HEREIN; AND AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO UTILIZE THE PROJECT FUNDING APPROVED PURSUANT TO RESOLUTION NO. R-684-23 TO ACCOMPLISH THE PURPOSES SET FORTH HEREIN(Port of Miami) Adopted
Resolution R-979-23
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
8K PUBLIC HOUSING & COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT  
8K1  
  231625 Resolution     Housing, Recreation, Culture & Community Dev. Cmte        
  RESOLUTION AMENDING IMPLEMENTING ORDER 3-60 FOR THE ADMINISTRATION OF THE WORKFORCE HOUSING DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM; AMENDING THE MONETARY CONTRIBUTION IN LIEU OF CONSTRUCTION OF WORKFORCE HOUSING PURSUANT TO THE VOLUNTARY WORKFORCE HOUSING DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM; AND AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO PROVIDE AND IMPLEMENT AUTOMATIC ANNUAL ADJUSTMENTS TO THE CONTRIBUTION AMOUNTS IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE COUNTYWIDE MEDIAN SALES PRICE FIGURES(Public Housing and Community Development) Amended
  REPORT: Commissioner Cabrera announced his intent to amend the foregoing proposed resolution to grandfather-in the applicants that had previously applied for the program.

Assistant County Attorney (ACA) Terrence Smith advised that the foregoing item would be amended to include language to clarify that the proposed updated amount of �monetary contribution in lieu� should only apply to applications after the effective date of the resolution; and revise the last sentence of Section 2 to read as follows: �Notwithstanding or foregoing the proposed updated amount of contribution in lieu as set forth of implementing Order 3-60, shall only apply to applications filed after the effective date of the resolution.�

Commissioner Bermudez questioned the removal of the equity share recapture fee.

Mr. Nathan Kogon, Assistant Director, Public Housing and Community Development Department, clarified the removal of the equity share was a scrivener�s error, and explained the clause could only be removed through an approved ordinance. He noted that there was some discrepancy as to the funding source which may be the reason the clause was removed, and assured the Board members that the language would be re-added.

ACA Smith clarified that Commissioner Cabrera�s amendment included the deleted language related to the equity share agreement and recapture fee.

There being no other questions or comments, the Board proceeded to vote on the foregoing resolution, as amended.

It was moved by Commissioner Cabrera to amend the foregoing proposed resolution. This motion was seconded by Commissioner Bermudez, and upon being put to a vote, passed by a vote of 8-0 (Chairman Gilbert III, and Commissioners Gonzalez, Higgins, McGhee, and Regalado were absent).

The final amended version will be assigned Resolution No. R-980-23.
 
  10/10/2023 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Housing, Recreation, Culture & Community Dev. Cmte  
8L REGULATORY AND ECONOMIC RESOURCES  
8L1  
  231380 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Juan Carlos Bermudez        
  RESOLUTION APPROVING AN EASEMENT FOR CANAL MAINTENANCE BETWEEN JAKDAK HOLDING ENTERPRISES, INC., AND MIAMI-DADE COUNTY IN EXCHANGE FOR THE RELEASE OF A CANAL MAINTENANCE EASEMENT AND A PORTION OF CANAL RIGHT-OF-WAY LOCATED ADJACENT/WEST OF 8935 NW 35 LANE IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY; APPROVING DISCLAIMERS FOR THE RELEASE OF A CANAL MAINTENANCE EASEMENT AND A PORTION OF CANAL RIGHT-OF-WAY; AND AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE THE DISCLAIMERS AND TO TAKE ALL ACTIONS NECESSARY TO EFFECTUATE THIS TRANSACTION; AND AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE AN EASEMENT FOR AND ON THE BEHALF OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY(Regulatory and Economic Resources) Adopted
Resolution R-981-23
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  10/11/2023 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the County Infrastructure, Operations and Innovations Committee  
8L2  
  231820 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Kevin Marino Cabrera
Sen. Rene Garcia
       
  RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING HISTORIC PRESERVATION AD VALOREM TAX EXEMPTION FOR THE REHABILITATION OF 1820 SW 62 AVENUE, WEST MIAMI, 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-982-23
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  10/10/2023 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Housing, Recreation, Culture & Community Dev. Cmte  
8L3  
  231822 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Kevin Marino Cabrera
Sen. Rene Garcia
       
  RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING HISTORIC PRESERVATION AD VALOREM TAX EXEMPTION FOR THE REHABILITATION OF 2907 COLUMBUS BOULEVARD, CORAL GABLES, 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-983-23
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  10/10/2023 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Housing, Recreation, Culture & Community Dev. Cmte  
8L4  
  231830 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Oliver G. Gilbert, III
Raquel A. Regalado
       
  RESOLUTION APPROVING GRANT TO CODEPATH.ORG IN THE AMOUNT OF $250,000.00 FROM THE MIAMI RESCUE PLAN FUNDS - ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITIES TO FUND THE PATHWAY TO TECH PROGRAM IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY AND ASSOCIATED GRANT AGREEMENT; AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE GRANT AGREEMENT AND EXERCISE ALL PROVISIONS CONTAINED THEREIN, INCLUDING TERMINATION PROVISIONS(Regulatory and Economic Resources) Adopted
Resolution R-984-23
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  10/10/2023 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Chairmans Policy Council & Intergov. Affairs Cmte.  
8L5  
  231864 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Danielle Cohen Higgins
Kevin Marino Cabrera
Raquel A. Regalado
       
  RESOLUTION ACCEPTING SIX ENVIRONMENTALLY ENDANGERED LANDS COVENANTS IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA(Regulatory and Economic Resources) Adopted
Resolution R-985-23
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  10/11/2023 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the PortMiami, Resiliency, and Sustainability Cmte.  
8L6  
  231829 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Raquel A. Regalado        
  RESOLUTION RETROACTIVELY APPROVING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE�S ACTIONS IN APPLYING FOR FOUR RESILIENT FLORIDA GRANTS FROM THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (FDEP) BY WHICH FDEP WILL REIMBURSE THE COUNTY UP TO $4,975,000.00 FOR ENVIRONMENTALLY ENDANGERED LANDS (EEL) ACQUISITIONS, WITH A REQUIRED COUNTY MATCH OF UP TO $4,975,000.00, FOR A TOTAL PROJECT COST OF UP TO $9,950,000.00; APPROVING FOUR RESILIENT FLORIDA GRANT AGREEMENTS BETWEEN THE COUNTY AND FDEP; AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO: (1) EXECUTE SAID GRANT AGREEMENTS AND CERTAIN AMENDMENTS THERETO, AND RECEIVE AND ADMINISTER THE GRANT FUNDS PURSUANT TO CERTAIN CONDITIONS AND PARAMETERS; (2) PURCHASE IDENTIFIED EEL PROPERTIES PURSUANT TO DELEGATED PARAMETERS AND CONDITIONS, WITH THE NATURE CONSERVANCY AS ASSIGNOR AND THE COUNTY AS ASSIGNEE; AND (3) EXERCISE THE PROVISIONS SET FORTH IN SUCH AGREEMENTS AND PERFORM ALL ACTIONS NECESSARY TO EFFECTUATE SAME; AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO RECORD DECLARATIONS OF RESTRICTIVE COVENANT IN THE FORM APPROVED HEREIN IN FAVOR OF FDEP AGAINST ACQUIRED EEL PROPERTIES(Regulatory and Economic Resources) Adopted
Resolution R-986-23
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  10/11/2023 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the PortMiami, Resiliency, and Sustainability Cmte.  
8L7  
  232137 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy     
  RESOLUTION APPROVING GRANT AGREEMENT BETWEEN GRP GROVE METR231847O STATION LLC AND MIAMI-DADE COUNTY RELATING TO GRANT IN AMOUNT OF $4,500,000.00 FROM BUILDING BETTER COMMUNITIES GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND PROGRAM PROJECT NO. 124 � ''ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FUND''; AND AUTHORIZING COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE AND DELIVER GRANT AGREEMENT ON BEHALF OF COUNTY AND EXERCISE ALL PROVISIONS CONTAINED THEREIN [SEE ORIGINAL ITEM UNDER FILE NO. 231847](Regulatory and Economic Resources) Adopted
Resolution R-987-23
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  10/12/2023 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation with committee amendment(s) by the Airport and Economic Development Committee  
8L8  
  232129 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Oliver G. Gilbert, III        
  RESOLUTION APPROVING GRANT AGREEMENT, BETWEEN JET AVIATION OPA LOCKA LLC AND MIAMI-DADE COUNTY RELATING TO GRANT IN AMOUNT OF $5,000,000.00 FROM BUILDING BETTER COMMUNITIES GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND PROGRAM PROJECT 124 � �ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FUND�; AND AUTHORIZING COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE AND DELIVER GRANT AGREEMENT ON BEHALF OF THE COUNTY AND EXERCISE ALL PROVISIONS CONTAINED THEREIN(Regulatory and Economic Resources) Adopted
Resolution R-988-23
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
8L9  
  232043 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy     
  RESOLUTION APPROVING THE FOURTH AMENDMENT TO THE ENCROACHMENT MANAGEMENT AGREEMENT WITH THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA FOR THE HOMESTEAD AIR RESERVE BASE, APPROVED BY RESOLUTION NO. R-1078-21, TO ACCOMMODATE THE REQUEST OF THE UNITED STATES AIR FORCE TO INCLUDE AN ADDITIONAL ELIGIBLE ENTITY, THE COMPATIBLE LANDS FOUNDATION; AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE SAME AND FURTHER AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXERCISE THE PROVISIONS CONTAINED THEREIN(Regulatory and Economic Resources) Adopted
Resolution R-946-23
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
8M (No items were submitted for this section.)  
8N TRANSPORTATION AND PUBLIC WORKS  
8N1  
  231861 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Kionne L. McGhee        
  RESOLUTION APPROVING SECOND AMENDMENT TO THE JOINT PARTICIPATION AGREEMENT BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY AND THE CITY OF FLORIDA CITY TO PROVIDE THE CITY OF FLORIDA CITY WITH ADDITIONAL FUNDING IN AN AMOUNT UP TO $1,136,303.00 IN ROAD IMPACT FEE DISTRICT 6 FUNDS FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF ROADWAY IMPROVEMENTS ALONG SW 344 STREET FROM US-1 TO SW 172 AVENUE; 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-989-23
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  10/12/2023 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Transportation, Mobility, and Planning Cmte.  
8N2  
  231839 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Transportation, Mobility, and Planning Cmte.        
  RESOLUTION TO ACCEPT AN AMENDMENT TO EXISTING EASEMENT NUMBER 25672 FROM THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE INTERNAL IMPROVEMENT TRUST FUND OF THE STATE OF FLORIDA (TIITF) IN CONNECTION WITH RECONSTRUCTION OF BAY VISTA BOULEVARD FROM NE 151 STREET TO GWEN MARGOLIS BOULEVARD; AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR'S DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE THE AMENDMENT TO THE EASEMENT AND PERFORM ALL ACTS NECESSARY TO EFFECTUATE SAME(Transportation and Public Works) Adopted
Resolution R-990-23
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  10/12/2023 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Transportation, Mobility, and Planning Cmte.  
8N3  
  231828 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy     
  RESOLUTION RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. R-181-23 AND APPROVING PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY AND HNTB CORPORATION TO PROVIDE RICKENBACKER CAUSEWAY BOND ENGINEERING SERVICES, CONTRACT NO. E-20-PROS-03, IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $2,200,000.00 FOR A TERM OF FIVE YEARS; AND AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE THE AGREEMENT AND TO EXERCISE THE PROVISIONS CONTAINED THEREIN, INCLUDING TERMINATION PROVISIONS(Transportation and Public Works) Adopted
Resolution R-991-23
Mover: Marleine Bastien
Seconder: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Vote: 8 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Hardemon , Regalado
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  REPORT: Commissioner Bermudez requested clarification regarding the increase of the maximum consultant compensation rate from $98 per hour to $280 per hour.

Mr. Jossenrique Cueto, Deputy Director, Miami-Dade Department of Transportation and Public Works (DTPW), explained that the raw compensation rate was transposed with the fully loaded multiplied rate. He noted that the cap for the contract was $98 per hour, which was consistent with all other contract rates, and advised that the fully loaded multiplied rate should have been listed as $270 per hour from the onset.

Commissioner Bermudez asked if the same calculations were used for other County contracts.

Mr. Cueto confirmed that the standard County multiplier for architectural engineering services was 2.85, noting that the raw rate should have been the fully loaded rate of $270.

Discussion ensued between Commissioner Bermudez
and Mr. Cueto regarding the differences between the raw and fully loaded rates.

Commissioner Bermudez reiterated his concerns about the increase.

Commissioner Garcia echoed Commissioner Bermudez�s concerns and inquired as to why it took eight (8) months for the matter to be brought before the Board.

Mr. Cueto explained that error was not apparent upon execution, but once the error was noticed, staff issued a work order and notified the consultant/firm, consistent with County process.

Commissioner Garcia stated a more streamlined process was needed to advance matters to the Board in a timely manner.

There being other questions or comments, the Board proceeded to vote on the foregoing resolution, as presented.
 
  10/12/2023 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Transportation, Mobility, and Planning Cmte.  
8N4  
  231850 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy     
  RESOLUTION APPROVING WORK ORDER NO. 1 TO EXP US SERVICES, INC. FOR EQUITABLE DISTRIBUTION PROGRAM PROFESSIONAL SERVICES FOR SMART PLAN SUPPORT SERVICES, CONTRACT NO. EDP-460523964-2024, ISD PROJECT NO. EDP-MT-CIP228-R0, IN AN AMOUNT NOT EXCEEDING $500,000.00 AND AUTHORIZING THE USE OF CHARTER COUNTY TRANSPORTATION SURTAX FUNDS FOR THE SMART PLAN SUPPORT SERVICES WHICH INCLUDE PROJECTS WHICH WERE ADDED TO THE FIVE-YEAR IMPLEMENTATION PLAN ON FEBRUARY 19, 2020 AND IN THE APPROVED FY2023-2024 BUDGET; AND AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE THE SAME AND TO EXERCISE THE PROVISIONS CONTAINED THEREIN(Transportation and Public Works) Adopted
Resolution R-992-23
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  10/12/2023 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Transportation, Mobility, and Planning Cmte.  
8O WATER & SEWER DEPARTMENT  
8O1  
  231720 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy     
  RESOLUTION APPROVING CHANGE ORDER NO. ONE TO CONTRACT S-914R BETWEEN AARYA CONSTRUCTION & DESIGN, INC. AND MIAMI-DADE COUNTY FOR CD 1.11 GENERAL ELECTRICAL DESIGN � SUBSTATIONS 9, 10, 11 AND 12, WHICH: (1) INCREASES THE TOTAL CONTRACT AMOUNT BY $853,741.23, THEREBY BRINGING THE TOTAL AWARD UP FROM $5,491,790.00 TO $6,345,531.23, AND (2) INCREASES THE CONTRACT DURATION BY 298 DAYS; AND AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE SAME AND EXERCISE THE PROVISIONS CONTAINED THEREIN(Water & Sewer Department) Adopted
Resolution R-993-23
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  10/11/2023 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the County Infrastructure, Operations and Innovations Committee  
8O2  
  231831 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy     
  RESOLUTION APPROVING AN INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY AND THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH FOR A 10-YEAR TERM TO ALLOW THE CITY TO PARK CITY VEHICLES BETWEEN JUNE 1 AND NOVEMBER 30 AT THE MIAMI-DADE WATER AND SEWER DEPARTMENT�S CAROL CITY YARD LOCATED AT 3801 N.W. 181 STREET, MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, IN THE EVENT OF AN IMPENDING HURRICANE, AT NO COST TO THE COUNTY; AND AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE SUCH AGREEMENT AND EXERCISE ALL PROVISIONS CONTAINED THEREIN(Water & Sewer Department) Adopted
Resolution R-994-23
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  10/11/2023 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the County Infrastructure, Operations and Innovations Committee  
8P STRATEGIC PROCUREMENT DEPARTMENT  
8P1  
  231678 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 AWARD OF CONTRACT NO. SS-10293 FOR THE PURCHASE OF FCX 400HZ SOLID STATE FREQUENCY CONVERTERS - MAINTENANCE, REPAIR, AND PARTS TO PAPCO GROUP LLC D/B/A VOLARIS AEROSPACE IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $597,080.00 FOR THE FIVE-YEAR TERM FOR THE MIAMI-DADE AVIATION DEPARTMENT; AND AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXERCISE ALL PROVISIONS OF THE CONTRACT, INCLUDING ANY CANCELLATION OR EXTENSION PROVISIONS, PURSUANT TO SECTION 2-8.1 OF THE COUNTY CODE AND IMPLEMENTING ORDER 3-38(Strategic Procurement) Adopted
Resolution R-995-23
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  10/12/2023 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Airport and Economic Development Committee  
8P2  
  231680 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 $9,553,440.00 FOR A TOTAL MODIFIED POOL AMOUNT OF $45,682,440.00 FOR POOL NO. FB-02212P FOR THE PURCHASE, REPAIR, AND MAINTENANCE OF POWER GENERATING SYSTEMS FOR THE MIAMI-DADE AVIATION DEPARTMENT; PROVIDED THAT ANY CONTRACT AWARD UNDER THE POOL EXCEEDING $5,000,000.00 IS RATIFIED BY THE BOARD(Strategic Procurement) Adopted
Resolution R-996-23
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Kevin Marino Cabrera
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  10/12/2023 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Airport and Economic Development Committee  
8P3  
  231725 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy     
  RESOLUTION WAIVING COMPETITIVE BIDDING REQUIREMENTS UNDER IMPLEMENTING ORDER 3-38 APPROVING: (A) SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT NO. 5 WITH RSM US LLP; (B) SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT NO. 4 WITH CHERRY BEKAERT, LLP; (C) SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT NO. 5 WITH MARCUM, LLP; (D) SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT NO. 5 WITH CROWE, LLP; AND (E) SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT NO. 4 WITH C BORDERS-BYRD CPA, LLC TO EXTEND THE TERMS OF CONTRACT NOS. RFP-00294A, RFP-00294B, RFP-00294C, RFP-00294D, AND RFP-00328, RESPECTIVELY, FOR SIX MONTHS WITH THE EXISTING TERMS AND CONDITIONS, AND AUTHORIZE ADDITIONAL EXPENDITURE AUTHORITY IN A TOTAL AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $2,188,325.00 FOR A TOTAL MODIFIED CONTRACT AWARD AMOUNT OF $17,537,242.00 FOR EXTERNAL INDEPENDENT AUDITING SERVICES FOR MULTIPLE DEPARTMENTS; AND AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE THE SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENTS AND EXERCISE ALL PROVISIONS OF THE CONTRACTS, INCLUDING ANY CANCELLATION OR EXTENSION PROVISIONS, PURSUANT TO COUNTY CODE SECTION 2-8.1 AND IMPLEMENTING ORDER 3-38(Strategic Procurement) Adopted
Resolution R-997-23
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Kevin Marino Cabrera
Vote: 10 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  10/11/2023 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the County Infrastructure, Operations and Innovations Committee  
8P4  
  231837 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy     
  RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ESTABLISHMENT OF PREQUALIFICATION POOL EVN0000228 FOR MULTIPLE COUNTY DEPARTMENTS FOR A FIVE-YEAR TERM IN A TOTAL AMOUNT UP TO $7,351,000.00 FOR LAWN EQUIPMENT: PURCHASE, LEASE, RENTAL, PARTS AND REPAIR SERVICES; AND AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO SOLICIT PRICING, AWARD CONTRACTS, EXERCISE ALL PROVISIONS OF THE SOLICITATION DOCUMENTS AND ANY RESULTING CONTRACTS PURSUANT TO SECTION 2-8.1 OF THE CODE OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA AND IMPLEMENTING ORDER 3-38, AND ADD VENDORS TO THE POOL AT ANY TIME, SUBJECT TO RATIFICATION BY THE BOARD ON A BI-ANNUAL BASIS; PROVIDED THAT ANY CONTRACT AWARD UNDER THE POOL EXCEEDING $5,000,000.00 IS RATIFIED BY THE BOARD(Strategic Procurement) Adopted
Resolution R-998-23
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  10/10/2023 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Housing, Recreation, Culture & Community Dev. Cmte  
8P5  
  231838 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 CHANGE THE CURRENT ONE-YEAR OPTION TO RENEW TERM TO A THREE-YEAR OPTION TO RENEW TERM AND EXERCISE THE THREE-YEAR OPTION TO RENEW TERM FOR CONTRACT NO. L9114-0/23 FOR THE PURCHASE OF CHILDPLUS SOFTWARE FOR THE COMMUNITY ACTION AND HUMAN SERVICES DEPARTMENT; AUTHORIZING A DESIGNATED PURCHASE PURSUANT TO SECTION 2-8.1(B)(3) OF THE COUNTY CODE BY A TWO-THIRDS VOTE OF THE BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT FOR ADDITIONAL EXPENDITURE AUTHORITY FOR THE THREE-YEAR OPTION TO RENEW TERM IN THE AMOUNT OF $504,000.00, FOR A TOTAL MODIFIED CONTRACT AMOUNT OF $735,588.00; AND AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT NO. 1 AND EXERCISE ALL PROVISIONS OF THE CONTRACT, INCLUDING ANY CANCELLATION, RENEWAL OR EXTENSIONS, PURSUANT TO SECTION 2-8.1 OF THE COUNTY CODE AND IMPLEMENTING ORDER 3-38(Strategic Procurement) Adopted
Resolution R-999-23
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  10/10/2023 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Housing, Recreation, Culture & Community Dev. Cmte  
8P6  
  231840 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy     
  RESOLUTION APPROVING AWARD OF A LEGACY CONTRACT FOR THE PURCHASE OF CASE MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE VENDOR HOSTING SERVICES FOR THE JUVENILE SERVICES DEPARTMENT, CONTRACT NO. L8938-2/37 TO GOTTLIEB & WERTZ, INC. IN A TOTAL AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $535,704.00 FOR A FIVE-YEAR TERM; AND AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXERCISE ALL PROVISIONS OF THE CONTRACT, INCLUDING CERTAIN CANCELLATION OR EXTENSION PROVISIONS, PURSUANT TO SECTION 2-8.1 OF THE CODE OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA AND IMPLEMENTING ORDER 3-38(Strategic Procurement) Adopted
Resolution R-1000-23
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  10/11/2023 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Community Safety, Security & Emergency Mgmt. Cmte.  
8P7  
  231892 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy     
  RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ACCESS OF CONTRACT NO. 23-6692, TECHNOLOGY PRODUCTS, SOLUTIONS AND RELATED SERN, INSIGHT PUBLIC SECTOR, INC. AND PRESIDIO HOLDINGS, INC. DBA PRESIDIO NETWORKED SOLUTIONS, LLC FOR ALL COUNTY DEPARTMENTS IN A TOTAL AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $24,098,323.00 FOR A TWO-YEAR AND SIX-MONTH TERM; AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE DOCUMENTS NECESSARY TO ACCESS 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; AND AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO ADD CDW GOVERNMENT, LLC AND IRON BOW TECHNOLOGIES, LLC TO THE CONTRACT, SUBJECT TO COMPLIANCE WITH VENDOR REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS AND/OR EXECUTION OF THE LETTER OF AGREEMENT(Strategic Procurement) Adopted
Resolution R-1001-23
Mover: Sen. Rene Garcia
Seconder: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  10/11/2023 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Community Safety, Security & Emergency Mgmt. Cmte.  
8P8  
  231852 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy     
  RESOLUTION APPROVING AWARD OF CONTRACT NO. EVN0000277 TO SHANNON CHEMICAL CORPORATION FOR THE PURCHASE OF SODIUM POLYPHOSPHATE FOR THE WATER AND SEWER DEPARTMENT IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $7,557,534.00 FOR A FIVE-YEAR TERM; AND AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO GIVE NOTICE OF THIS AWARD TO THE RECOMMENDED VENDOR, ISSUE THE APPROPRIATE ORDERS TO GIVE EFFECT TO SAME AND EXERCISE ALL PROVISIONS OF THE CONTRACT, INCLUDING ANY CANCELLATION OR EXTENSIONS, PURSUANT TO SECTION 2-8.1 OF THE CODE OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA AND IMPLEMENTING ORDER 3-38(Strategic Procurement) Adopted
Resolution R-1002-23
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  10/11/2023 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the County Infrastructure, Operations and Innovations Committee  
8P9  
  231853 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; APPROVING SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT NO. 7 TO CONTRACT NO. SS8667-1/18 FOR ENTERPRISE ASSET MANAGEMENT (EAM) SOFTWARE FOR THE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT TO EXTEND THE CONTRACT FOR FIVE YEARS WITH ADDITIONAL EXPENDITURE AUTHORITY OF $9,419,037.00; AND AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE SAME AND EXERCISE ALL PROVISIONS CONTAINED THEREIN(Strategic Procurement) Adopted
Resolution R-1003-23
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  10/11/2023 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the County Infrastructure, Operations and Innovations Committee  
8P10  
  231893 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; APPROVING (1) SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT NO. 1, CONTRACT NO. WOPR-00919, FOR C&W FACILITY SERVICES, INC.; (2) SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT NO. 1, CONTRACT NO. WOPR-01150, FOR C&W FACILITY SERVICES, INC.; (3) CONTRACT MODIFICATION NO. 1, CONTRACT NO. FB-01166, FOR N&K ENTERPRISES, INC.; AND (4) CONTRACT MODIFICATION NO. 1, CONTRACT NO. FB-01167, FOR SFM SERVICES, INC. TO INCREASE CONTRACT RATES FOR YEARS 3 AND 4; AND AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE SAME AND EXERCISE ALL PROVISIONS CONTAINED THEREIN(Strategic Procurement) Adopted
Resolution R-1004-23
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  10/12/2023 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Airport and Economic Development Committee  
8P11  
  231862 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy     
  RESOLUTION APPROVING AWARD OF CONTRACT NO. FB-01761 GROUP NO. 2 LOCATION OF UNDERGROUND UTILITIES FOR THE WATER AND SEWER DEPARTMENT TO USIC LOCATING SERVICES, LLC IN A TOTAL AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $3,429,360.00; AND AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO GIVE NOTICE OF THIS AWARD TO THE RECOMMENDED VENDOR, ISSUE THE APPROPRIATE PURCHASE ORDERS TO GIVE EFFECT TO SAME AND EXERCISE ALL PROVISIONS OF THE CONTRACT, INCLUDING ANY CANCELLATION OR EXTENSIONS, PURSUANT TO SECTION 2-8.1 OF THE CODE OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA AND IMPLEMENTING ORDER 3-38(Strategic Procurement) Adopted
Resolution R-1005-23
Mover: Juan Carlos Bermudez
Seconder: Kevin Marino Cabrera
Vote: 8 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Regalado , McGhee
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  REPORT: Commissioner Bermudez inquired about the number of Miami-Dade Water and Sewer Department (WASD) employees currently tasked with identifying underground utilities; and asked about the feasibility of hiring additional employees versus approving the proposed $3.4 million contract.

Mr. Roy Coley, Director, WASD, advised that 21 employees were currently working on the project and provided a brief overview project needs. He noted in 2022 there were 20,000 line locate requests processed monthly with the current staff and spoke about the time commitment needed for hiring and training new staff. Mr. Coley stated the department needed the additional help to clear the backlog and maintain service.

Commissioner Bermudez asked if the identified utilities were being properly documented.

Mr. Coley assured the Board members that a complete inventory was being kept of all County underground utilities. He noted however, the department was overwhelmed with the requests, especially with the State mandated response time of 48 hours to complete requests.

There being no other questions or comments, the Board proceed to vote on the foregoing resolution, as presented.
 
  10/11/2023 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the County Infrastructure, Operations and Innovations Committee  
8P12  
  231883 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 ADDITIONAL EXPENDITURE AUTHORITY IN AN AMOUNT UP TO $75,617,000.00 FOR A TOTAL MODIFIED CONTRACT AWARD OF $319,874,947.00 TO UNIVERSAL PROTECTION SERVICE, LLC. DBA ALLIED UNIVERSAL SECURITY SERVICES FOR CONTRACT NO. RFP-00217 FOR THE PURCHASE OF SECURITY GUARD SERVICES FOR THE INTERNAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT; APPROVING SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT NO. 10 FOR TIERS 1, 2, AND 3, RESPECTIVELY, TO INCREASE CONTRACT RATES AND REVISE DEDUCTIONS TO SUBCONTRACTOR PAYMENTS; AND AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE SAME AND EXERCISE ALL PROVISIONS CONTAINED THEREIN(Strategic Procurement) Adopted
Resolution R-1006-23
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  10/11/2023 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the County Infrastructure, Operations and Innovations Committee  
9 ADDITIONAL DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS  
10 AUTHORITIES, BOARDS, COUNCILS AND TRUSTS  
10A1  
  232036 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy     
  RESOLUTION APPROVING THE ISSUANCE OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT REVENUE NOTES IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $40,000,000.00 TO FINANCE AND REFINANCE, INCLUDING THROUGH REIMBURSEMENT, CERTAIN PROJECTS ON BEHALF OF MIAMI COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL, INC., FOR PURPOSES OF AND PURSUANT TO SECTION 147(F) OF INTERNAL REVENUE CODE OF 1986, AS AMENDED(Industrial Development Authority) Adopted
Resolution R-1007-23
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
11 COUNTY COMMISSION  
11A RESOLUTIONS  
11A1  
  231885 Resolution     Marleine Bastien        
  RESOLUTION DIRECTING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO ORGANIZE A CHARRETTE AND FACILITATE THE PREPARATION OF AN UPDATED CHARRETTE REPORT REGARDING FUTURE GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT AND PUBLIC INFRASTRUCTURE NEEDS OF THE NORTH CENTRAL AREA LOCATED IN AN UNINCORPORATED PORTION OF DISTRICT 2 IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY Amended
  REPORT: See Legislative File No. 232302 (Agenda Item 11A1 Amended) for the final amended version.  
  10/11/2023 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the County Infrastructure, Operations and Innovations Committee  
11A1 AMENDED  
  232302 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Marleine Bastien        
  RESOLUTION DIRECTING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO ORGANIZE A CHARRETTE AND FACILITATE THE PREPARATION OF AN UPDATED CHARRETTE REPORT REGARDING FUTURE GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT AND PUBLIC INFRASTRUCTURE NEEDS OF THE NORTH CENTRAL AREA LOCATED IN AN UNINCORPORATED PORTION OF DISTRICT 2 IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY [SEE ORIGINAL ITEM UNDER FILE NO. 231885] Adopted as amended
Resolution R-1008-23
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
11A2  
  232077 Resolution     Kevin Marino Cabrera
Sen. Rene Garcia
       
  RESOLUTION AMENDING EXHIBIT 1 TO THE PEOPLE�S TRANSPORTATION PLAN TO REINSTATE THE LANGUAGE LIMITING THE USE OF CHARTER COUNTY TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM SURTAX FUNDS TO ELIGIBLE COUNTY CAPITAL ENHANCEMENTS IMPLEMENTED AFTER NOVEMBER 5, 2002 AND THE OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE THEREOF [SEE ORIGINAL ITEM UNDER FILE NO. 231465] Amended
  REPORT: See Agendaa Item 11A2 Amended, Legislative File No. 232313, for the the final amended version.  
  10/12/2023 Forwarded to BCC without recommendation with committee amendments following a public hearing by the Transportation, Mobility, and Planning Cmte.  
11A2 SUPPLEMENT  
  232151 Supplement      
  SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION TO RESOLUTION AMENDING EXHIBIT 1 TO THE PEOPLE�S TRANSPORTATION PLAN Presented
11A2 AMENDED  
  232313 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Kevin Marino Cabrera
Sen. Rene Garcia
       
  RESOLUTION AMENDING EXHIBIT 1 TO THE PEOPLE�S TRANSPORTATION PLAN TO REINSTATE THE LANGUAGE LIMITING THE USE OF CHARTER COUNTY TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM SURTAX FUNDS TO ELIGIBLE COUNTY CAPITAL ENHANCEMENTS IMPLEMENTED AFTER NOVEMBER 5, 2002 AND THE OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE THEREOF [SEE ORIGINAL ITEMS UNDER FILE NOS. 231465, 232077] Adopted as amended
Resolution R-1009-23
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  REPORT:  
11A3  
  231825 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Sen. Rene Garcia        
  RESOLUTION REAPPOINTING RICARDO GONZALEZ TO THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY FIRE PREVENTION AND SAFETY APPEALS BOARD FOR A FOUR-YEAR TERM Adopted
Resolution R-1010-23
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  10/11/2023 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Community Safety, Security & Emergency Mgmt. Cmte.  
11A3 SUPPLEMENT  
  231919 Supplement      
  SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION REGARDING RESOLUTION REAPPOINTING RICARDO GONZALEZ TO THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY FIRE PREVENTION AND SAFETY APPEALS BOARD FOR A FOUR-YEAR TERM(Clerk of the Board) Presented
11A4  
  231889 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Sen. Rene Garcia
Marleine Bastien
Juan Carlos Bermudez
Kevin Marino Cabrera
Kionne L. McGhee
       
  RESOLUTION DECLARING NOVEMBER 18, 2023 AND THE 18TH OF NOVEMBER IN EACH SUBSEQUENT YEAR AS �ADOPTION DAY� IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY Adopted
Resolution R-1011-23
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  10/10/2023 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Housing, Recreation, Culture & Community Dev. Cmte  
11A5  
  232107 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Roberto J. Gonzalez
Marleine Bastien
Sen. Rene Garcia
Kionne L. McGhee
Raquel A. Regalado
       
  RESOLUTION EXPANDING THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY COMMUNITY MENTORING INITIATIVE; DIRECTING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO (1) STUDY THE FEASIBILITY OF EXPANDING THE COUNTY�S EXISTING YOUTH MENTORING PROGRAMS TO PARTNER WITH ADDITIONAL LOCAL MENTORING ORGANIZATIONS; (2) INCREASE THE AMOUNT OF PAID ADMINISTRATIVE LEAVE FOR ELIGIBLE COUNTY EMPLOYEES TO PARTICIPATE IN THE PROGRAM; (3) PROPOSE AN IMPLEMENTING ORDER CONSISTENT WITH THIS RESOLUTION TO SUPERSEDE ADMINISTRATIVE ORDER NO. 7-40; (4) AMEND THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY LEAVE MANUAL CONSISTENT WITH THIS RESOLUTION; (5) ESTABLISH AN AWARENESS CAMPAIGN TO ENCOURAGE ELIGIBLE COUNTY EMPLOYEES TO PARTICIPATE IN THE PROGRAM; AND (6) PROVIDE A REPORT [SEE ORIGINAL ITEM UNDER FILE NO. 231882] Adopted
Resolution R-1012-23
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  10/10/2023 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation with committee amendment(s) by the Housing, Recreation, Culture & Community Dev. Cmte  
11A6  
  231904 Resolution   Eileen Higgins
Marleine Bastien
Sen. Rene Garcia
Raquel A. Regalado
Micky Steinberg
       
  RESOLUTION DIRECTING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO PROVIDE RECOMMENDATIONS WITH RESPECT TO COMPOSTING OPERATIONS IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY AND TO PREPARE A REPORT TO THIS BOARD Deferred to December 12, 2023
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  10/10/2023 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Housing, Recreation, Culture & Community Dev. Cmte  
11A7  
  231823 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Kionne L. McGhee        
  RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO GRANT 11995 CUTLER BAY LLC, A FLORIDA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, AN ADDITIONAL TWO-YEAR EXTENSION TO OBTAIN A FINAL CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY FOR THE AFFORDABLE HOUSING PROJECT TO BE CONSTRUCTED ON THE PROPERTIES LOCATED IN COUNTY COMMISSION DISTRICT 9 (FOLIO NO. 30-6912-008-0450 AND 30-6912-008-1650) IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE COUNTY DEED AND RESOLUTION NO. R-1200-19, TO TAKE ALL ACTIONS NECESSARY TO EFFECTUATE SAME, AND TO EXERCISE ANY AND ALL RIGHTS SET FORTH IN THE COUNTY DEED AND RESOLUTION NO. R-1200-19 Adopted
Resolution R-1013-23
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  10/10/2023 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Housing, Recreation, Culture & Community Dev. Cmte  
11A8  
  231826 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Kionne L. McGhee        
  RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CHAIRPERSON OR VICE-CHAIRPERSON OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS TO EXECUTE AMENDED AND RESTATED COUNTY DEED FOR LHP INVESTMENT AND DEVELOPMENT LLC (�LHP INVESTMENT�), A FLORIDA FOR-PROFIT CORPORATION; AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO TAKE ALL ACTIONS NECESSARY TO EFFECTUATE SAME AND TO EXERCISE ALL RIGHTS SET FORTH THEREIN, AND TO GRANT ONE ADDITIONAL ONE-YEAR EXTENSION TO OBTAIN THE FINAL CERTIFICATES OF OCCUPANCY FOR EACH OF THE SINGLE FAMILY HOMES TO BE SOLD TO QUALIFIED HOUSEHOLDS THROUGH THE INFILL HOUSING INITIATIVE PROGRAM Adopted
Resolution R-1014-23
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  10/10/2023 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Housing, Recreation, Culture & Community Dev. Cmte  
11A9  
  232153 Resolution     Oliver G. Gilbert, III        
  RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY TO PARTICIPATE IN THE PROPOSED CLASS ACTION SETTLEMENTS WITH 3M COMPANY (�3M�) AND THE DUPONT DEFENDANTS IN THE PUBLIC WATER SYSTEMS� PORTION OF THE MULTI-DISTRICT LITIGATION MATTER, IN RE: AQUEOUS FILM-FORMING FOAMS PRODUCT LIABILITY LITIGATION, MDL 2:18-MN-2873-RMG, CASE NO. 2:23-CV-03230-RMG, RELATING TO PFAS CONTAMINATION OF DRINKING WATER; AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE, AFTER CONSULTATION WITH THE COUNTY ATTORNEY�S OFFICE, TO COMPLETE ALL DOCUMENTATION AND EXECUTE ALL RELEASES AND AGREEMENTS NECESSARY TO PARTICIPATE IN THE SETTLEMENTS WITH 3M AND THE DUPONT DEFENDANTS IN THE WATER PROVIDERS� PORTION OF THE MDL; AND AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY ATTORNEY AND THE COUNTY�S OUTSIDE COUNSEL TO CONTINUE TO PURSUE LITIGATION RELATED TO PFAS ON BEHALF OF THE COUNTY Amended
  REPORT: Plese see Legislative File No. 232288 (11A9 Amended) for the final amended version.  
11A9 AMENDED  
  232288 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Oliver G. Gilbert, III        
  RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY TO PARTICIPATE IN THE PROPOSED CLASS ACTION SETTLEMENTS WITH 3M COMPANY (�3M�) AND THE DUPONT DEFENDANTS IN THE PUBLIC WATER SYSTEMS� PORTION OF THE MULTI-DISTRICT LITIGATION MATTER, IN RE: AQUEOUS FILM-FORMING FOAMS PRODUCT LIABILITY LITIGATION, MDL 2:18-MN-2873-RMG, CASE NO. 2:23-CV-03230-RMG, RELATING TO PFAS CONTAMINATION OF DRINKING WATER; AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE, AFTER CONSULTATION WITH THE COUNTY ATTORNEY�S OFFICE, TO COMPLETE ALL DOCUMENTATION AND EXECUTE ALL RELEASES AND AGREEMENTS NECESSARY TO PARTICIPATE IN THE SETTLEMENTS WITH 3M AND THE DUPONT DEFENDANTS IN THE WATER PROVIDERS� PORTION OF THE MDL; AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY ATTORNEY AND THE COUNTY�S OUTSIDE COUNSEL TO CONTINUE TO PURSUE LITIGATION RELATED TO PFAS ON BEHALF OF THE COUNTY; AND ESTABLISHING BOARD POLICY THAT THE SETTLEMENT PROCEEDS BE USED BY THE MIAMI-DADE WATER AND SEWER DEPARTMENT FOR THE TREATMENT AND MITIGATION OF PFAS [SEE ORIGINAL ITEM UNDER FILE NO. 232153] Adopted as amended
Resolution R-1015-23
Mover: Sen. Rene Garcia
Seconder: Juan Carlos Bermudez
Vote: 8 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Regalado , McGhee
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  REPORT: Commissioner Garcia inquired about how the use of the funds, and if there were any stipulations included in the class action settlement.

Mr. Roy Coley, Director, Miami-Dade Water and Sewer Department, stated that while the settlement did not specify how the money must be spent, a substantial investment was needed to mitigate cross contamination in the water supply and recommended the funds be used to rectify the issue.

Commissioner Garcia voiced his concerns that there was no guarantee that the money received would be utilized for the cross contamination issue and asked if there was a commitment from the administration to allocate these funds to address the Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) contaminants.

Mr. Coley noted that the settlement money would be disbursed in 2025 and stated that the Board would determine how the funds would be allocated.

Discussion ensued between Vice Chairman Rodriguez and County Attorney Geri Bonzon-Keenan about amending the foregoing proposed resolution to include language requiring the settlement money be used to mitigate PFAS contamination.

There being no other questions or comments, the Board proceeded to vote on the foregoing resolution, as amended.
 
11A10  
  232006 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Sen. Rene Garcia
Kevin Marino Cabrera
       
  RESOLUTION URGING THE FLORIDA LEGISLATURE TO ADOPT SENATE BILL 106, HOUSE BILL 35, OR SIMILAR LEGISLATION THAT WOULD REQUIRE CERTAIN BUSINESSES TO ACCEPT CASH PAYMENTS FOR CERTAIN TRANSACTIONS; URGING THE UNITED STATES CONGRESS TO ADOPT SIMILAR LEGISLATION Adopted
Resolution R-1016-23
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
11A11  
  232060 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Sen. Rene Garcia        
  RESOLUTION URGING GOVERNOR RON DESANTIS, THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF ELDER AFFAIRS, AND ANY OTHER APPROPRIATE STATE OF FLORIDA AGENCY TO SURVEY THE OLDER ADULT POPULATION IN FLORIDA REGARDING THE MOST EFFECTIVE MEANS OF COMMUNICATING WITH THIS POPULATION AND PROVIDE A REPORT OR CONVEY THE FINDINGS OF THE SURVEY Adopted
Resolution R-1017-23
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
11A12  
  232061 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Sen. Rene Garcia        
  RESOLUTION SUPPORTING THE 2024 STATE AND FEDERAL LEGISLATIVE PRIORITIES OF THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS Adopted
Resolution R-1018-23
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
11A13  
  232142 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Eileen Higgins
Sen. Rene Garcia
       
  RESOLUTION URGING THE FLORIDA LEGISLATURE TO APPROPRIATE FUNDING FOR THE MIAMI RIVER COMMISSION Adopted
Resolution R-1019-23
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  REPORT:  
11A14  
  232141 Resolution     Raquel A. Regalado        
  RESOLUTION URGING THE FLORIDA LEGISLATURE TO ADOPT LEGISLATION AMENDING SECTION 125.01055, FLORIDA STATUTES, OTHERWISE KNOWN AS THE �LIVE LOCAL ACT,� TO EXEMPT TRANSIT-ORIENTED DEVELOPMENT AREAS FROM THE ZONING, HEIGHT, AND DENSITY PREEMPTIONS CONTAINED THEREIN AND FROM BEING USED TO DETERMINE THE HIGHEST CURRENTLY ALLOWED HEIGHT FOR OTHER DEVELOPMENTS AUTHORIZED BY THE LIVE LOCAL ACT Amended
  REPORT: See Legislative File No. 232291 for the final amended version.  
11A14 AMENDED  
  232291 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Raquel A. Regalado        
  RESOLUTION URGING THE FLORIDA LEGISLATURE TO ADOPT LEGISLATION AMENDING SECTION 125.01055, FLORIDA STATUTES, OTHERWISE KNOWN AS THE �LIVE LOCAL ACT,� TO EXEMPT TRANSIT-ORIENTED DEVELOPMENT AREAS FROM THE ZONING, HEIGHT, AND DENSITY PREEMPTIONS CONTAINED THEREIN AND FROM BEING USED TO DETERMINE THE HIGHEST CURRENTLY ALLOWED HEIGHT FOR OTHER DEVELOPMENTS AUTHORIZED BY THE LIVE LOCAL ACT [SEE ORIGINAL ITEM UNDER FILE NO. 232141] Adopted as amended
Resolution R-1020-23
Mover: Raquel A. Regalado
Seconder: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Vote: 10 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  REPORT: County Attorney Geri Bonzon-Keenan advised that
Commissioner Regalado was requesting the foregoing proposed resolution be amended to limit requested exceptions for Transit Oriented Development (TOD) areas, to where those areas are abutting or adjacent to properties zoned or developed with single family duplex or townhouse residences.

Commissioner McGhee inquired about the necessity of the amendment.

Assistant County Attorney (ACA) Dennis Kerbel explained the intent of the proffered amendment was to modify the �Live Local Act� to prevent developers from utilizing urban city heights or density when building next to single family residential neighborhoods. He further noted that the proffered amendment would help the County maintain jurisdiction to decide how to develop urban centers.

Commissioner Regalado stated the amendment was necessary to avoid future complications, such as the one faced by the City of West Palm Beach, with building residential developments by the Tri-Rail. She recounted that the city commissioners were concerned about the height/density intensity for residential developments that could interfere with the Live Local Act because of the proximity to the transit station. Commissioner Regalado noted that the amendment served as a safeguard to protect residential neighborhoods within, and adjacent to, commercial and industrial transit areas.

Commissioner Steinberg indicated her support for the foregoing proposed resolution and proffered amendment. She opined that the amendment could be expanded to remove state preemptions because the local legislature was more informed and knowledgeable as to issues impacting their communities.

There being no further questions or comments, the Board proceeded to vote on the foregoing proposed resolution, as amended.
 
11A15  
  232144 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Raquel A. Regalado
Eileen Higgins
       
  RESOLUTION URGING THE FLORIDA LEGISLATURE TO APPROPRIATE FUNDING TO FACILITATE THE CONTINUED DEVELOPMENT OF THE UNDERLINE Adopted
Resolution R-1021-23
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
11A16  
  231700 Resolution     Kevin Marino Cabrera        
  RESOLUTION TERMINATING THE AGREEMENT BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY AND THE GREEN CORRIDOR PROPERTY ASSESSMENT CLEAN ENERGY DISTRICT, WHICH IS THE PACE DISTRICT ADMINISTERED BY YGRENE ENERGY FUND FLORIDA, LLC; DIRECTING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO PROVIDE NOTICE OF TERMINATION FOR CONVENIENCE Deferred to December 12, 2023
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  9/12/2023 Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the County Infrastructure, Operations and Innovations Committee  
11A17  
  232156 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Juan Carlos Bermudez
Marleine Bastien
       
  RESOLUTION URGING THE FLORIDA LEGISLATURE TO APPROPRIATE FUNDING TO FACILITATE THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY REGIONAL SOCCER PARK Adopted
Resolution R-1022-23
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
11A18  
  232159 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Juan Carlos Bermudez        
  RESOLUTION URGING THE FLORIDA LEGISLATURE TO APPROPRIATE FUNDS FOR DEVELOPMENT OF A COUNTY PARK AT COUNTY PROPERTY LOCATED AT 8795 NW 58TH STREET (FOLIO NO. 30-3016-000-0010) Adopted
Resolution R-1023-23
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
11A19  
  232160 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Eileen Higgins
Raquel A. Regalado
       
  RESOLUTION URGING THE FLORIDA LEGISLATURE TO AMEND SECTION 337.403, FLORIDA STATUTES, TO PROVIDE LOCAL GOVERNMENTS SUCH AS MIAMI-DADE COUNTY WITH ADDITIONAL ENFORCEMENT OPTIONS TO OBTAIN COMPLIANCE WITH UTILITY REMOVAL NOTICES, OR TO ENACT SIMILAR LEGISLATION CONSISTENT WITH THE ABOVE Adopted
Resolution R-1024-23
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
11A20  
  232206 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Oliver G. Gilbert, III
Sen. Rene Garcia
Raquel A. Regalado
Anthony Rodriguez
       
  RESOLUTION AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2023-24 ADOPTED COUNTY BUDGET (�BUDGET�) TO REALLOCATE $500,000.00 IN AVAILABLE MIAMI DADE RESCUE PLAN FUNDS TO THE FLORIDA GRAND OPERA, INC., A FLORIDA NOT-FOR-PROFIT ORGANIZATION, FOR OPERATING EXPENSES; DIRECTING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO (1) IDENTIFY ANY LEGALLY AVAILABLE ADDITIONAL FUNDS TO BE ALLOCATED TO THE ADRIENNE ARSHT CENTER TRUST, INC. (�TRUST�) FROM THE BUDGET TO OFFSET THE COSTS OF HOSTING CERTAIN RESIDENT COMPANIES; (2) INCLUDE ANY SUCH ADDITIONAL FUNDS IN THE FISCAL YEAR 2023-24 MID-YEAR BUDGET AMENDMENT; AND (3) IDENTIFY AND ALLOCATE, AS PART OF THE COUNTY MAYOR�S PROPOSED FISCAL YEAR 2024-25 COUNTY BUDGET, INCREASED FUNDING FOR THE TRUST IN AN AMOUNT SUFFICIENT TO ADDRESS THE FUNDING NEEDS OF CERTAIN RESIDENT COMPANIES AT THE ARSHT Adopted
Resolution R-1025-23
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
11A21  
  232207 Resolution     Oliver G. Gilbert, III        
  RESOLUTION EXPANDING OPPORTUNITIES FOR COUNTY EMPLOYEES TO CONTRIBUTE TO CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS THROUGH PAYROLL DEDUCTION; AND DIRECTING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO (1) INCLUDE CERTAIN ADDITIONAL CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS BEYOND UNITED WAY MIAMI, INC. AS ELIGIBLE RECIPIENTS OF EMPLOYEE CONTRIBUTIONS THROUGH PAYROLL DEDUCTION; (2) ESTABLISH AND IMPLEMENT ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA AND A PROCESS FOR THE APPROVAL OF ADDITIONAL CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS SUBJECT TO BOARD APPROVAL; (3) ESTABLISH AND IMPLEMENT A PROCESS FOR EMPLOYEES TO VOLUNTARILY DONATE TO APPROVED CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS THROUGH PAYROLL DEDUCTION; (4) ESTABLISH AND IMPLEMENT AN ANNUAL OUTREACH CAMPAIGN TO ENCOURAGE COUNTY EMPLOYEES TO INITIATE, RENEW, OR INCREASE THEIR CONTRIBUTIONS; AND (5) PROVIDE ANNUAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD Amended
  REPORT: The foregoing item contained a scrivener�s error and was corrected as follows:

- This item has been revised on pages MDC004-005, to insert the organization �Kristi House, Inc.� immediately after �Jewish Community Services� in the list of charitable organizations contained in the last WHEREAS clause, Section 2, and Section 4 of the resolution, as this organization was inadvertently omitted from the list.

See Legislative File No. 232287 (Agenda Item 11A21 Amended) for the final amended version.
 
11A21 AMENDED  
  232287 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Oliver G. Gilbert, III        
  RESOLUTION EXPANDING OPPORTUNITIES FOR COUNTY EMPLOYEES TO CONTRIBUTE TO CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS THROUGH PAYROLL DEDUCTION; AND DIRECTING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO (1) INCLUDE CERTAIN ADDITIONAL CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS BEYOND UNITED WAY MIAMI, INC. AS ELIGIBLE RECIPIENTS OF EMPLOYEE CONTRIBUTIONS THROUGH PAYROLL DEDUCTION; (2) ESTABLISH AND IMPLEMENT ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA AND A PROCESS FOR THE APPROVAL OF ADDITIONAL CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS SUBJECT TO BOARD APPROVAL; (3) ESTABLISH AND IMPLEMENT A PROCESS FOR EMPLOYEES TO VOLUNTARILY DONATE TO APPROVED CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS THROUGH PAYROLL DEDUCTION; (4) ESTABLISH AND IMPLEMENT AN ANNUAL OUTREACH CAMPAIGN TO ENCOURAGE COUNTY EMPLOYEES TO INITIATE, RENEW, OR INCREASE THEIR CONTRIBUTIONS; AND (5) PROVIDE ANNUAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD [SEE ORIGINAL ITEM UNDER FILE NO. 232207] Adopted as amended
Resolution R-1026-23
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
11A22  
  232203 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Sen. Rene Garcia
Danielle Cohen Higgins
       
  RESOLUTION URGING THE FLORIDA LEGISLATURE TO (1) AMEND FLORIDA'S SCHOOL READINESS PROGRAM ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA TO INCREASE ACCESS FOR CHILDREN IN NEED OF EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION AND ALLEVIATE THE EXISTING BURDEN ON SUPPLEMENTAL RESOURCES USED TO ASSIST LOW-INCOME FAMILIES CREATED BY THE CURRENT PROGRAM�S ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA; AND (2) INCREASE CHILD CARE PROVIDER REIMBURSEMENT RATES STATEWIDE TO OFFSET HIGHER OPERATIONAL COSTS INCURRED BY THE PROVIDERS WHILE ENSURING THAT COUNTIES RECEIVE AT LEAST AS MUCH FUNDING AS RECEIVED IN THE PREVIOUS FISCAL YEAR Adopted
Resolution R-1027-23
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
11A23  
  232232 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Oliver G. Gilbert, III        
  RESOLUTION APPROVING THE 2024 FEDERAL AND STATE LEGISLATIVE PRIORITIES ADOPTED BY THE PUBLIC HEALTH TRUST Adopted
Resolution R-1028-23
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
11A24  
  232235 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Kevin Marino Cabrera        
  RESOLUTION URGING THE FLORIDA LEGISLATURE TO APPROPRIATE FUNDING TO MIAMI-DADE COUNTY FOR THE ST. THOMAS SEWER SERVICE EXTENSION AND ROAD IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT Adopted
Resolution R-1029-23
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
11A25  
  232238 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Oliver G. Gilbert, III        
  RESOLUTION URGING THE FLORIDA LEGISLATURE TO APPROPRIATE FUNDING IN AN AMOUNT OF $5,000,000.00 FOR THE PURCHASE AND IMPROVEMENT OF REAL PROPERTY IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY FOR THE PURPOSE OF CREATING PERMANENT AFFORDABLE HOUSING WITH SUPPORTIVE SERVICES; WAIVING REQUIREMENTS OF RESOLUTION NO. R-764-13 LIMITING THE NUMBER OF STATE LEGISLATIVE PRIORITIES; AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. R-811-23 TO INCLUDE THIS ITEM AS AN ADDITIONAL STATE LEGISLATIVE PRIORITY FOR THE 2024 SESSION Adopted
Resolution R-1030-23
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
11B ADDITIONAL BUDGET ALLOCATIONS  
11C REPORTS  
12 COUNTY MAYOR  
13 COUNTY ATTORNEY  
14 ITEMS SUBJECT TO 4-DAY RULE  
14A1  
  232213 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Anthony Rodriguez        
  RESOLUTION APPROVING NINTH AMENDMENT TO JOINDER TO INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN FLORIDA DEVELOPMENT FINANCE CORPORATION AND ORANGE COUNTY, FLORIDA TO PERMIT FLORIDA DEVELOPMENT FINANCE CORPORATION TO EXERCISE ITS POWER AND AUTHORITY WITHIN JURISDICTIONAL LIMITS OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY FOR PURPOSES OF FINANCING CAPITAL PROJECTS IN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $8,000,000.00 ON BEHALF OF ARCHIMEDEAN ACADEMY, INC. Adopted
Resolution R-1031-23
Mover: Anthony Rodriguez
Seconder: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  REPORT: County Attorney Geri Bonzon-Keenan announced that the foregoing proposed resolution was subject to the 4-Day Rule and required a separate vote.

There being no comments or questions, the Board proceeded to vote on the foregoing resolution, as presented.
 
15 CLERK OF THE BOARD  
15B REPORTS  
15B1  
  231895 Report      
  PROPOSED PUBLIC HEARING DATES FOR ORDINANCES SUBMITTED FOR FIRST READING ON NOVEMBER 7, 2023 Accepted
Report
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
15B2  
  231989 Report      
  REPORT ON MANDATORY SEXUAL HARASSMENT PREVENTION TRAINING OF COUNTY ADVISORYBOARD MEMBERS REPORT-3RD QUARTER THROUGH SEPTEMBER 2023(Clerk of the Board) Withdrawn
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
15B3  
  232109 Report      
  APPROVAL OF THE CLERK'S SUMMARY OF MINUTES FOR THE FOLLOWING MIAMI-DADE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONER MEETING(S) [AVAILABLE FOR REVIEW IN THE OFFICE OF THE CLERK OF THE BOARD]: � MARCH 7, 2023 (REGULAR) � APRIL 4, 2023 (REGULAR) � MAY 2, 2023 (REGULAR) � MAY 16, 2023 (REGULAR) � MAY 18, 2023 ZONING � JUNE 21, 2023 (REGULAR) � JUNE 22, 2023 (COMPREHENSIVE DEVELOPMENT MASTER PLAN (CDMP)) � JUNE 22, 2023 (ZONING) � JULY 6, 2023 (REGULAR)(Clerk of the Board) Approved
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
15B4  
  232184 Report      
  PROPOSED 2024 CALENDAR FOR THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS REGULAR, ZONING, COMMITTEE, CDMP, TPO, TMC AND FPC MEETINGS Approved
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Hardemon
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
15C COUNTY ADVISORY BOARD APPOINTMENTS  
15C1  
  232296 Report      
  APPOINTMENT OF SHAE WIMBLEY TO THE COMMISSION ON HUMAN RIGHTS Approved
Report
Mover: Kevin Marino Cabrera
Seconder: Marleine Bastien
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , McGhee
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  REPORT: The Board of County Commissioners accepted the foregoing appointment as requested by Commissioner Hardemon, and read into the record by Assistant County Attorney Melanie Spencer.  
15C2  
  232295 Report      
  APPOINTMENT OF ALEJANDRO �ALEX� R. DIAZ TO THE NUISANCE ABATEMENT BOARD Approved
Report
Mover: Keon Hardemon
Seconder: Kevin Marino Cabrera
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , McGhee
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  REPORT: The Board of County Commissioners accepted the foregoing appointment of Mr. Alejandro �Alex� R. Diaz to the Nuisance Abatement Board, as read into the record by Assistant County Attorney Melanie Spencer, on behalf of Commissioner Higgins.  
15C3  
  232293 Report      
  APPOINTMENT OF CAROL DAMIAN TO THE ART IN PUBLIC SPACES TRUST Approved
Report
Mover: Kevin Marino Cabrera
Seconder: Marleine Bastien
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , McGhee
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  REPORT: The Board of County Commissioners accepted the foregoing appointment of Ms. Carol Damian to the Art in Public Spaces Trust, as read into the record by Assistant County Attorney Melanie Spencer, on behalf of Commissioner Cabrera.  
15C4  
  232303 Report      
  APPOINTMENT OF CAROL SCOTT JANOWITZ TO THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION BOARD Approved
Mover: Kevin Marino Cabrera
Seconder: Marleine Bastien
Vote: 9 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , McGhee
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  REPORT: The Board of County Commissioners accepted the foregoing appointment of Mr. Scott Janowitz to the Historic Preservation Board, as read into the record by Assistant County Attorney Melanie Spencer, on behalf of Commissioner Cabrera.  
15D COUNTY ADVISORY BOARD APPOINTMENTS BY BALLOT  
15E MAYOR�S REQUEST FOR ALLOCATIONS FROM DISCRETIONARY OR IN-KIND RESERVE FUNDS  
15F NON-AGENDA ITEMS  
15F1  
  232289 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Kevin Marino Cabrera        
  RESOLUTION AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. R-235-18 TO REQUIRE THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO PROVIDE A WRITTEN REPORT TO EACH COUNTY COMMISSIONER PERTAINING TO ANY TRANSIT FARE OR SERVICE ADJUSTMENTS MADE PURSUANT TO SECTION 2-150(C) OR 2-150(D) OF THE CODE OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, PRIOR TO THE ALREADY REQUIRED PLACEMENT OF SAID REPORT ON AN AGENDA OF THE COUNTY COMMISSION AND SAID REPORT SHALL BE TRANSMITTED TO EACH COMMISSIONER�S OFFICE NO LESS THAN 60 DAYS PRIOR TO THE IMPLEMENTATION OF ANY SUCH TRANSIT FARE OR SERVICE ADJUSTMENTS Adopted
Resolution R-1032-23
Mover: Kevin Marino Cabrera
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 10 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  REPORT: Commissioner Cabrera moved to amend Resolution No. R-235-18 to require the County Mayor or County Mayor�s designee to provide a written report to each County Commissioner pertaining to any transit fare or service adjustments made pursuant to section 2-150(c) or 2-150(d) of the code of Miami-Dade County, Florida, prior to the already required placement of said report on an agenda of the County Commission; and that said report be transmitted to each Commissioner�s office no less than sixty (60) days prior to the implementation of any such transit fare or service adjustments.

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

NOTE: The foregoing motion was memorialized and assigned Resolution No. R-1032-23. See Agenda Item 6B1 (Legislative File No. 232182).
 
15F2  
  232290 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Kionne L. McGhee        
  RESOLUTION GRANTING THE APPEAL FILED BY RALANDA ARNOLD PURSUANT TO SECTION 2-11.1(C)(4) OF THE CODE OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA; DIRECTING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO IMPLEMENT CERTAIN SAFEGUARDS IN COORDINATION WITH THE COUNTY ATTORNEY�S OFFICE AND THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY COMMISSION ON ETHICS AND PUBLIC TRUST Adopted
Resolution R-1033-23
Mover: Keon Hardemon
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 10 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  REPORT: After extensive discussions, Commissioner Hardemon moved to grant the appeal filed by Ralanda Arnold, pursuant to Section 2-11.1�(4) based upon a finding that the exclusion for a County employee from the prohibition on contracting with the County has been met; and the proposed transaction was in the best interest of the County, subject to implementation of appropriate safeguards so that the employee was insulated from this particular transaction. Additionally, the motion directs the County Mayor or County Mayor�s designee to implement the safeguards in coordination with the County Attorney�s Office and the Executive Director of the Commission of Ethics and Public Trust.

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

NOTE: The foregoing motion was memorialized and assigned Resolution No. R-1033-23.

(See Agenda Item 5M, Legislative File No. 232134 for the full discussion).
 
15F3  
  232297 Resolution   Click here if you don't have Adobe PDF Reader Clerk's Official Copy    Micky Steinberg        
  RESOLUTION DIRECTING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO CONTINUE THE NEGOTIATION OF AN INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT WITH THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH AND/OR A THIRD-PARTY VENDOR FOR THE PROVISION OF AN ALTERNATIVE LONG-TERM ON-DEMAND OR FIXED ROUTE TRANSIT SERVICE TO REPLACE ROUTE 115 WHICH WAS ELIMINATED WITH THE ADOPTION OF THE BETTER BUS NETWORK AND TO PROVIDE STATUS REPORTS Adopted
Resolution R-1034-23
Mover: Micky Steinberg
Seconder: Sen. Rene Garcia
Vote: 7 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III , Hardemon , Regalado , McGhee
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  REPORT: Commissioner Steinberg moved to direct the County Mayor or County Mayor�s designee to continue the negotiation of an interlocal agreement with the City of Miami Beach and/or a third-party vendor for the provision of an alternative long-term on-demand or fixed route transit service to replace Route 115 which was eliminated with the adoption of the Better Bus Network. The County Mayor or County Mayor�s designee is directed to bring back such negotiated interlocal agreement within 30 days of the effective date of this motion, or alternatively, place a written status report every 30 days thereafter on an agenda of the full Board without committee review pursuant to Rule 5.06(j) of the Board�s Rules of Procedure, until such time as the final negotiated interlocal agreement is placed on an agenda of this Board.

This motion was seconded by Commissioner Garcia; and upon being put to a vote, passed by a vote of 7-0
(Chairman Gilbert III and Commissioners Regalado, Hardemon, McGhee, Gonzalez and Higgins were absent).

The foregoing motion will be memorialized and assigned Resolution No. R-1034-23.
 
15F4  
  232294 Report      
  MOTION BY COMMISSIONER COHEN HIGGINS Presented
Report
Mover: Danielle Cohen Higgins
Seconder: Raquel A. Regalado
Vote: 10 - 0
Absent: Gilbert, III
Absent, OCB: Higgins
Excused: Gonzalez
  REPORT: Commissioner Cohen Higgins moved to waive existing reporting requirements of Resolution No. R-235-18.

This motion was seconded by Commissioner Regalado; and upon being put to a vote, passed by a vote of 10-0 (Chairman Gilbert III and Commissioners Gonzalez and Higgins were absent).

(See agenda Item 6B1, Legislative File No. 232182)
 
15F5  
  232292 Report      
  MOTION BY COMMISSIONER CABRERA Presented
  REPORT: Commissioner Cabrera moved to amend the 2023-2024 adopted County Budget to change the purpose of the allocation of $500,000 to Assistance to the Elderly, INC. to the repair of an existing assisted living facility as opposed to construction of an assisted living facility.

This motion was seconded by Commissioner Bastien; and upon being put to a vote, passed by a vote of 9-0 (Chairman Gilbert III and Commissioners McGhee, Gonzalez and Higgins were absent).

(See Agenda Item 6B1, Legislative File No. 232182.)
 
15F6  
  232393 Report      
  BROWNFIELD AREA CDMP ANNOUNCEMENT Presented
  REPORT: Ms. Lourdes Gomez, Director, Department of Regulatory and Economic Resources (RER), announced that Section 376.80 of the Florida Statues requires that notice of a public hearing on a resolution designating a brownfield area be announced at a scheduled meeting before the actual public hearing. This announcement serves as notice that public hearings are being planned for this hearing Board�s November 16,2023 Comprehensive Master Development Plan meeting for two resolutions, each relating tto a proposed brownfield area designation. The first proposed designation is at the property generally located at the northeast corner of the intersection of Florida�s Turnpike and SW 248 Street, Miami-Dade County, Florida. The second proposed designation is at the property generally located west of NW 137 Avenue and south of NW 12 Street, Miami-Dade County Florida.  
15F7  
  232394 Report      
  MOTION BY COMM. GARCIA TO DEFER LEGISTAR NO. 231650 TO JANUARY CHC MEETING Presented
  REPORT: Commissioner Garcia requested to defer the only legislative item (Legistar No. 231650) on the November 2023 Community Health Committee (CHC) Agenda to the next committee meeting in January, in order to cancel the November Community Health Committee.

This motion was seconded by Commissioner Cabrera, and upon being put to a vote, passed by a vote of 9-0 (Chairman Gilbert III, Commissioners Gonzalez, Higgins, and McGhee were absent).
 
15F8  
  232298 Report      
  MOTION BY COMMISSIONER BERMUDEZ TO EXTEND THE APPROVAL PERIOD FOR HIS LEGISLATIVE REQUESTS PURSUANT TO RULE 5.06(A)(4) Presented
  REPORT: Commissioner Bermudez moved pursuant to Rule 5.06(A)(4) of the Board�s Rules of Procedures, to extend indefinitely the approval period for all legislative requests eligible for an extension made by him.

This motion was seconded by Commissioner Bastien; and upon being put to a vote, passed by a vote of 9-0 (Chairman Gilbert III and Commissioners McGhee, Gonzalez and Higgins were absent).
 
15F9  
  232299 Report      
  MOTION BY COMMISSIONER COHEN HIGGINS TO EXTEND THE APPROVAL PERIOD FOR HIS LEGISLATIVE REQUESTS PURSUANT TO RULE 5.06(A)(4) Presented
  REPORT: Commissioner Cohen Higgins moved pursuant to Rule 5.06(A)(4) of the Board�s Rules of Procedures, to extend indefinitely the approval period for all legislative requests eligible for an extension made by her.

This motion was seconded by Commissioner Bastien; and upon being put to a vote, passed by a vote of 9-0 (Chairman Gilbert III and Commissioners McGhee, Gonzalez and Higgins were absent).
 
15F10  
  232300 Report      
  MOTION BY CHAIRMAN GILBERT III TO EXTEND THE APPROVAL PERIOD FOR HIS LEGISLATIVE REQUESTS PURSUANT TO RULE 5.06(A)(4) Presented
  REPORT: Commissioner Cohen Higgins moved pursuant to Rule 5.06(A)(4) of the Board�s Rules of Procedures to extend indefinitely the approval period for all legislative requests eligible for an extension made by Chairman Gilbert III.

This motion was seconded by Commissioner Bastien; and upon being put to a vote, passed by a vote of 9-0 (Chairman Gilbert III and Commissioners McGhee, Gonzalez and Higgins were absent).
 
15F11  
  232301 Report      
  MOTION BY VICE CHAIRMAN RODRIGUEZ TO EXTEND THE APPROVAL PERIOD FOR HIS LEGISLATIVE REQUESTS PURSUANT TO RULE 5.06(A)4 Presented
  REPORT: Vice Chairman Rodriguez moved pursuant to Rule 5.06(A)(4) of the Board�s Rules of Procedures to extend indefinitely the approval period for all legislative requests eligible for an extension made by him.

This motion was seconded by Commissioner Bastien; and upon being put to a vote, passed by a vote of 9-0 (Chairman Gilbert III and Commissioners McGhee, Gonzalez and Higgins were absent).
 
19 ADJOURNMENT  
  REPORT: There being no further business to come before the Board, the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) meeting was adjourned at 2:36 p.m.  
3 CONSENT AGENDA  


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