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MINUTES PREPARED BY:
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REPORT:
Flora Garcia, Commission Reporter
(305) 375-4906
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1A
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INVOCATION AS PROVIDED IN RULE 5.05 (H)
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REPORT:
Commissioner Bastien led the day�s prayer.
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1B
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ROLL CALL
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REPORT:
Prior to the roll call, Deputy Clerk Zorana Milton announced that the Clerk of the Board had received notice that Commissioner Higgins would be absent from today�s Safety and Health (SHC) committee meeting.
In addition to the Committee members, the following staff persons were also present:
- Assistant County Attorneys (ACA) Kevin Marker and Sophia Guzzo;
- James Reyes, Chief of Public Safety, Office of the Mayor;
- Ms. Namita Uppal, Director of the Strategic Procurement Department (SPD);
- Deputy Clerks Zorana Milton and Flora Garcia, Clerk of the Board (COB)
Chairman Gonzalez convened the Safety and Health Committee (SHC) meeting at 11:25 a.m.
MOTION TO SET THE AGENDA
ACA Kevin Marker announced the addition of Agenda Item 2A to today�s agenda.
Commissioner Bastien moved that the SHC members approve the agenda including the aforementioned change. The motion was seconded by Senator Garc�a; and upon being put to a vote, the motion passed 4-0 (Commissioner Higgins was absent).
It was moved by Commissioner Bastien that the SHC members forward Agenda Items 2A, 3B, 3C, and 3D to the Board of County Commissioners with a favorable recommendation. The motion was seconded by Senator Garc�a; and upon being put to a vote, the motion passed by a vote of 4-0 (Commissioner Higgins was absent).
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1C
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PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
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REPORT:
Commissioner Bastien led the Pledge of Allegiance.
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1D
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REASONABLE OPPORTUNITY FOR THE PUBLIC TO BE HEARD AS PROVIDED IN RULE 6.06
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REPORT:
Chairman Gonzalez opened the reasonable opportunity to be heard, and the following person appeared before the Committee:
1. Mr. Theophelus Williams, 1391 NW 95th Street, Miami, Florida, highlighted the necessity of addressing local mental health concerns.
Seeing no one else appear wishing to speak, the reasonable opportunity to be heard was closed.
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1E
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SPECIAL PRESENTATION(S)
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1E1
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250897
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Special Presentation
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Roberto J. Gonzalez
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SPECIAL PRESENTATION RECOGNIZING DEPUTY JOSEPH M. VALLEJOS
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Presented
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1F
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DISCUSSION ITEM(S)
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1G
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PUBLIC HEARING(S)
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COUNTY COMMISSION
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2A
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240084
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Resolution
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Roberto J. Gonzalez
Juan Carlos Bermudez
Sen. Rene Garcia
Natalie Milian Orbis
Raquel A. Regalado
Micky Steinberg
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RESOLUTION DIRECTING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO IMMEDIATELY ALLOW COUNTY EMPLOYEES TO CONTRIBUTE THE MONETARY VALUE OF ACCRUED HOLIDAY AND ANNUAL LEAVE TIME TO THE COUNTY�S LOVE TRUST FUND ESTABLISHED BY COUNTY RESOLUTION NO. R-943-23 FOR THE PURPOSE OF DONATING TO LOVE FUND, INC., TO ASSIST LAW ENFORCEMENT PERSONNEL AND THEIR FAMILIES; TO PUBLICIZE AND MAKE AVAILABLE FORMS FOR COUNTY EMPLOYEES TO COMPLETE IN ORDER TO CONTRIBUTE LEAVE TIME; TO EFFECTUATE DONATIONS ON BEHALF OF THE EMPLOYEES OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY; AND TO PROVIDE REPORTS
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Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation
Mover: Marleine Bastien
Seconder: Sen. Rene Garcia
Vote: 4 - 0
Absent, OCB: Higgins
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DEPARTMENT(S)
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3A
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250837
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Resolution
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Juan Carlos Bermudez
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RESOLUTION APPROVING TERMS OF A LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN [REDACTED], A FLORIDA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY AS LANDLORD AND MIAMI-DADE COUNTY AS TENANT FOR THE PREMISES TO BE UTILIZED BY MIAMI-DADE SHERIFF�S OFFICE AS WAREHOUSE AND OFFICE SPACE FOR AN INITIAL FIVE YEAR-TERM, WITH ONE ADDITIONAL FIVE-YEAR OPTION TO RENEW, HAVING A TOTAL FISCAL IMPACT TO THE COUNTY ESTIMATED TO BE $1,802,874.98 FOR THE INITIAL TERM PLUS THE ONE FIVE-YEAR OPTION TO RENEW; AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE THE SAME, TO EXERCISE ANY AND ALL OTHER RIGHTS CONFERRED THEREIN, AND TO TAKE ALL ACTIONS NECESSARY TO EFFECTUATE SAME
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Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation
Mover: Marleine Bastien
Seconder: Keon Hardemon
Vote: 4 - 0
Absent, OCB: Higgins
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REPORT:
ACA Kevin Marker read the title of the foregoing proposed resolution into the record.
In response to Commissioner Bastien question regarding the decision to rent rather than own, Chief Reyes responded that, according to Florida Statutes, the Sheriff�s status as an elected official prevented property ownership.
ACA Sophia Guzzo explained the County had the ability to own property and allow its use by the Sheriff.
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3B
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250708
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Resolution
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Micky Steinberg
Raquel A. Regalado
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RESOLUTION APPROVING THE TERMS OF, AND AUTHORIZING EXECUTION BY THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE, OF A LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN 9250 DORAL IV, LLC, A DELAWARE LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, AS LANDLORD, AND MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, AS TENANT, FOR THE PREMISES LOCATED AT 9250 NW 36 STREET, EAST POD OF THE BUILDING, 5TH FLOOR, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33178, MEASURING APPROXIMATELY 16,624 SQUARE FEET, TO BE UTILIZED BY THE MIAMI-DADE FIRE RESCUE DEPARTMENT FOR GENERAL OFFICE PURPOSES, WITH A TOTAL FISCAL IMPACT TO THE COUNTY ESTIMATED TO BE $236,718.96 FOR A ONE-YEAR TERM; AND AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXERCISE ANY AND ALL OTHER RIGHTS CONFERRED THEREIN
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Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation
Mover: Marleine Bastien
Seconder: Sen. Rene Garcia
Vote: 4 - 0
Absent, OCB: Higgins
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3C
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250814
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Resolution
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Roberto J. Gonzalez
Sen. Rene Garcia
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RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO ACCEPT, RECEIVE, AND EXPEND FISCAL YEAR 2024-25 EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES (EMS) COUNTY GRANT FUNDS FROM THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH (FDOH) TO IMPROVE AND EXPAND PRE-HOSPITAL EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES; AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO RECEIVE AND EXPEND FUTURE ADDITIONAL FUNDS SHOULD THEY BECOME AVAILABLE THROUGH THE GRANT PROGRAM FOR FISCAL YEAR 2024-25 AND EXECUTE NECESSARY AGREEMENTS AND DOCUMENTS FOR RECEIPT AND EXPENDITURE OF SUCH FUNDS; AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE GRANT AGREEMENTS, INCLUDING SUBAWARD AND SUBRECIPIENT AGREEMENTS WITH MUNICIPAL FIRE DEPARTMENTS IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY FOR RECEIPT, AWARD, OR EXPENDITURE OF SUCH GRANT FUNDS; AND FURTHER AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXERCISE TERMINATION AND AMENDMENT PROVISIONS SET FORTH THEREIN, PROVIDED THAT SUCH AMENDMENTS ARE CONSISTENT WITH THE PURPOSES DESCRIBED HEREIN
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Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation
Mover: Marleine Bastien
Seconder: Sen. Rene Garcia
Vote: 4 - 0
Absent, OCB: Higgins
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3D
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250834
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Resolution
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Kionne L. McGhee
Sen. Rene Garcia
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RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE A COMMUNICATIONS SITE USE AGREEMENT BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, THROUGH THE MIAMI-DADE FIRE RESCUE DEPARTMENT, AND THE STATE OF FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, FOR A 10-YEAR TERM WITH TWO 10-YEAR OPTIONS TO RENEW AT NO COST TO THE COUNTY FOR THE INSTALLATION, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE OF PUBLIC SAFETY RADIO EQUIPMENT; AND AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE AMENDMENTS TO THE AGREEMENT AND EXERCISE THE RENEWAL AND TERMINATION PROVISIONS CONTAINED THEREIN, PROVIDED THAT SUCH AMENDMENTS DO NOT ALTER THE PURPOSE OF THE AGREEMENT
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Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation
Mover: Marleine Bastien
Seconder: Sen. Rene Garcia
Vote: 4 - 0
Absent, OCB: Higgins
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3E
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250794
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Resolution
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Keon Hardemon
Marleine Bastien
Roberto J. Gonzalez
Micky Steinberg
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RESOLUTION APPROVING AWARD OF CONTRACT NO. EVN0008779 TO ADVOCATE PROGRAM, INC. AND COURT OPTIONS, INC. FOR MISDEMEANOR DIVERSION SERVICES WITH ESTIMATED CUMULATIVE REVENUE OF $21,600,000.00 FOR AN INITIAL FIVE-YEAR TERM, WITH ONE, THREE-YEAR OPTION TO RENEW FOR THE STATE ATTORNEY�S OFFICE; AND AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR�S DESIGNEE TO EXERCISE ALL PROVISIONS OF THE CONTRACTS, INCLUDING ANY CANCELLATION, RENEWAL, OR EXTENSIONS, PURSUANT TO SECTION 2-8.1 OF THE COUNTY CODE AND IMPLEMENTING ORDER 3-38
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Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation
Mover: Keon Hardemon
Seconder: Marleine Bastien
Vote: 4 - 0
Absent, OCB: Higgins
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REPORT:
ACA Kevin Marker read the title of the foregoing proposed resolution into the record.
In response to Commissioner Hardemon's questions, Ms. Namita Uppal explained the selection process for the two (2) service providers and clarified that the $21,600,000 was an estimated amount based on the proposed fee schedule and the contribution of each qualified offender. She stated that this funding would allow the State Attorney's Office to entirely manage the Misdemeanor Diversion Services Program and refer qualified offenders to one of the two service providers selected through the Request For Proposal (RFP) process.
A discussion followed between Commissioner Hardemon and Ms. Uppal regarding the open competitive process and selection criteria for the contract award recommendation.
Chief of Public Safety James Reyes from the Office of the Mayor announced that a representative from the State Attorney's Office was present to answer questions.
Chairman Gonzalez agreed with Commissioner Hardemon and explained his understanding of the program.
Regarding Commissioner Hardemon's inquiries, Chief Assistant Stephen Talpins, State Attorney�s Office, clarified that the Program offered monitoring and other support services to qualified individuals facing criminal charges. He pointed out that the Program allowed for the dismissal of all charges with the participant�s successful completion of the Program, giving eligible offenders a clean record and a new beginning.
Chief Assistant Talpins explained the Program's provisions, proposed fee schedule, and rationale for contracting just two service providers. He emphasized that the goal was to provide high-quality programs managed by suitable service providers to ensure quality control, transparency, and a positive outcome. He advised that the two service providers selected were the same providers that had offered the services and performed excellently for several years, noting those were the only providers who responded to the RFP.
In response to Commissioner Hardemon�s question, Chief Assistant Talpins stated he had no data regarding the Felony Diversion Program's bidding process.
Commissioner Hardemon recommended reviewing the feasibility of expanding the Program's services beyond the dismissal of charges and adding a nominal fee to fund educational opportunities for qualified offenders electing to pursue a trade or college education after the successful completion of the Program.
In response to Commissioner Hardemon�s proposal, Ms. Uppal asked for additional time to discuss with the State Attorney the feasibility of incorporating his recommendation before the Board considered the resolution or amendments.
Discussion ensued between Chairman Gonzalez and Chief Assistant Talpins regarding the existing programs that operated collaboratively with the State Attorney's Office and invested money back into the community by offering grants to other existing programs.
Following a brief discussion on the proposed fee schedule, Chief Assistant Talpins emphasized that the Program served a significant indigent population, and its proposed sliding scale fee schedule included slight fee increases while ensuring the Program continued to be affordable and self-funded.
Chief Assistant Talpins agreed to meet with the Committee members to provide specific information on all intervention programs, address concerns, and explore service improvements.
Commissioner Hardemon pointed out that the State Attorney�s Office had exclusive control over the funds generated from participants� contributions. He proposed to use the Miami Foundation to manage the funds if his proposal was accepted.
The Committee members and ACA Sophia Guzzo, discussed the addition of a nominal fee, which entity would manage the funding source for scholarships, and the existing provisions protecting qualified offenders unable to make the payments.
Commissioner Bastien commented on the merits of the proposal if it did not exclude participation by offenders unable to afford the fee.
Chief Assistant Talpins pointed out that it was a state-operated Program; therefore, any proposed changes would require the State Attorney�s approval.
Following a brief discussion, Commissioner Hardemon assumed the prime sponsorship of the foregoing resolution, with Chairman Gonzalez added as a co-sponsor. The Committee members indicated they wished to meet with the State Attorney�s Office.
In response to Commissioner Bastien�s question, Chief Assistant Talpins stated that program participants could access all services within a reasonable distance due to the availability of multiple locations, including testing sites. He also mentioned that he would provide her with a list of facilities where offenders can access these services.
ACA Sophia Guzzo clarified that procurement and competitiveness requirements were not applicable when adding a fee and a third organization to administer the funds. She also explained that the Committee members would meet with the State Attorney�s Office in a Sunshine meeting to address concerns and explore service improvements.
Hearing no other comments or objections, the committee members proceeded to take a vote on the foregoing resolution as presented.
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COUNTY MAYOR
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COUNTY ATTORNEY
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6
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CLERK OF THE BOARD
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7
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REPORT(S)
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8
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ADJOURNMENT
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REPORT:
There being no further business to come before the Safety and Health Committee (SHC), the meeting was adjourned at 12:14 p.m.
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| 8/7/2026 |
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Agenda Key: 5265 |