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2021-10-19 MINUTES1 MEETING MINUTES OCTOBER 19, 2021 6:30 PM 9900 NE 2ND AVENUE 1)CALL TO ORDER Mayor Harris called the meeting to order at 6:36 PM. 2)MOMENT OF SILENCE / PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3)ROLL CALL PRESENT: Councilmember Alice Burch Councilmember Katia Saint Fleur Councilmember Crystal Wagar arrived at 6:44 PM. Vice Mayor Daniel Marinberg Mayor Sandra Harris ALSO PRESENT: Acting Village Attorney Omar Bradford Village Clerk Ysabely Rodriguez Village Manager Esmond Scott 4)PRESENTATIONS 4.A PROCLAMATION IN HONOR OF CHIEF KEVIN LYSTAD'S RETIREMENT. Mayor Sandra Harris, on behalf the Village Council, presented a proclamation in honor of Chief Lystad’s dedication and service to Miami Shores Village. Chief Lystad offered brief remarks, thanking his staff, residents, and Village employees for all the support he’s received throughout his 32 years of service. 2 4.B FLORIDA POWER & LIGHT PRESENTATION ON THE STORM SECURE PROGRAM. Mr. Scott introduced Mr. Christopher Ferreira, FP&L Senior External Affairs Advisor, who introduced his fellow colleagues and the Storm Secure Program which is intended to strengthen Miami Shores infrastructure by focusing on underground segments of power lines to help enhance the reliability of service and speed that impacts the restoration of power after a severe weather event. The FP&L team provided an overview regarding the Storm Secure Program and answered questions posed by the Village Council. Responding to the Village Council, FPL stated there are no additional costs to residents concerning the Storm Secure Program. FP&L mentioned the underground devices are water resistant; however there are concerns if the transformer is submerged underwater for a prolonged period of time. FP&L committed to sending the maps of project locations to staff. 4)PUBLIC COMMENTS Mr. Robert Menge spoke about his opposition to the proposed rezoning request concerning the property located at 10500 Biscayne Blvd. and presented the Village Council with supporting documentation. Mr. Ed Quinton thanked Chief Lystad for his commitment and service. Mr. Dick DiRenzo spoke in support of Item 9B and mentioned looking forward to public input. Ms. Janet Goodman spoke in opposition to the proposed rezoning request concerning 10500 Biscayne Blvd property and spoke in favor of Item 9B. Rabbi Asher Sossonko thanked Chief Lystad for his commitment and service. The Village Clerk read eComments into the record which have been attached hereto as Exhibit A. 5)CONSENT AGENDA The Village Clerk read the caption of the consent agenda into the record. Vice Mayor Marinberg moved to approve the consent agenda and Councilmember Burch seconded the motion which carried a 5-0 voice vote. Vice Mayor Marinberg noted his abstention regarding Item 6A due to his absence of such meeting. 6.A APPROVAL OF THE SEPTEMBER 23, FINAL BUDGET HEARING MINUTES. 3 PASSED ON CONSENT. 6.B APPROVAL OF THE SEPTEMBER 23, 2021 VILLAGE COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES. PASSED ON CONSENT. 6.C APPROVAL OF THE OCTOBER 5, 2021 VILLAGE COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES. PASSED ON CONSENT. 6.D RATIFICATION OF THE FPE COLLECTIVE BARGAINING UNIT CONTRACT PROVIDING FOR A 3% COLA FOR UNION MEMBERS (STAFF: VILLAGE MANAGER). PASSED ON CONSENT. 6) VILLAGE BOARD APPOINTMENTS- PART 2 Village Clerk Rodriguez introduced the item, thereby explaining the electronic method by which the Village Council cast their votes. 7.A APPOINTMENTS TO THE AD HOC CHARTER ADVISORY COMMITTEE (7 VACANCIES). Board applicants introduced themselves and answered questions posed by the Village Council. The Village Council proceeded to cast electronic ballots. Upon the conclusion of the first round of voting, Village Clerk Rodriguez read the following results into the record: Harrison Bergman, David Coviello, Brian Kronberg, Kathryn Mason, Michael O'Hara, Bonnie O'Meara, and Ed Quinton were appointed to the Ad Hoc Charter Advisory Committee. A copy of the report produced by the voting system has been attached hereto as Exhibit B. 7.B APPOINTMENTS TO THE CODE ENFORCEMENT BOARD (2 VACANCIES). Board applicants introduced themselves and answered questions posed by the Village Council. The Village Council proceeded to cast electronic ballots. Upon the conclusion of the first round of voting, Village Clerk Rodriguez read the following results into the record: Darci Cohen and Patrick Huber were appointed to the Code Enforcement Board. A copy of the report produced by the voting system has been attached hereto as Exhibit B. 7.C APPOINTMENTS TO THE EDUCATION ADVISORY BOARD (3 VACANCIES). Given there are the same number of applicants as there are vacancies, Village Clerk Rodriguez explained that a member of the Village Council may move to appoint all three members to the board in lieu of casting electronic ballots. 4 Board applicants introduced themselves and answered questions posed by the Village Council. Vice Mayor Marinberg disclosed that Mr. Joseph Paulino is his employee. Councilmember Wagar moved to appoint Sylvie Duerkop, Dana Vignale, and Joseph Paulino to the Education Advisory Board and Councilmember Burch seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. Responding to the Village Council, Ms. Vignale answered questions concerning the Cambridge Program and accountability measures. 7.D APPOINTMENTS TO THE FINE ARTS COMMISSION (4 VACANCIES). Given there are fewer applicants then there are vacancies, Village Clerk Rodriguez explained that a member of the Village Council may move to appoint all three members to the board or postpone the item until there are more applicants than there are vacancies. There were no board applicants present for this meeting. There was consensus amongst the Village Council to proceed with board appointments as presented. Vice Mayor Marinberg moved to appoint Susan Ackley, Victor Bruce, and Beth Dunlop to the Fine Arts Commission and Councilmember Saint Fleur seconded the motion which passed unanimously. 7.E APPOINTMENTS TO THE GENERAL EMPLOYEE PENSION BOARD (2 RESIDENT VACANCIES). Given there are the same number of applicants as there are vacancies, Village Clerk Rodriguez explained that a member of the Village Council may move to appoint all three members to the board in lieu of casting electronic ballots. There were no board applicants present for this meeting. Councilmember Burch moved to appoint Averill Dorsett, Thomas Longman, and Robert Williamson to the General Employee Pension Board and Vice Mayor Marinberg seconded the motion which passed unanimously. 8)RESOLUTION(S) 8.A A RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF MIAMI SHORES VILLAGE, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING FLORIDA CITY GOVERNMENT WEEK, OCTOBER 18-24, 2021, AND ENCOURAGING ALL CITIZENS TO SUPPORT THE CELEBRATION AND CORRESPONDING ACTIVITIES (SPONSORED BY: VILLAGE MANAGER). Village Clerk Rodriguez read the caption of the resolution into the record. Mr. Scott introduced the item, asking for Village Council support regarding the commemoration of Florida City Government Week and all the activities staff has planned to commemorate such event. 5 Councilmember Wagar moved to approve the resolution and Vice Mayor Marinberg seconded the motion which carried a 5-0 voice vote. 9) DISCUSSION & POSSIBLE ACTION ITEMS 9.A DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING A PARKS MASTER PLAN FOR MIAMI SHORES VILLAGE (SPONSORED BY: COUNCILMEMBER ALICE BURCH). Councilmember Burch introduced the item by providing historic reference to when the item was proposed a few years ago by former Mayor MacAdam Glinn, stating that said item did not gain traction due to the numerous studies which had been undertaken by the Village at the time. Notwithstanding, Councilmember Burch expressed the importance of pursuing such initiative as a companion plan to the Strategic Priorities Plan. Councilmember Burch noted the cost of a Parks Master Plan may range between $35K- $50K, thereby proposing the Village Manager ask the grant writer to start seeking funding for said Plan. Discussion ensued amongst the Village Council regarding the importance of such study in relation to the strategic priorities, and concerns were raised regarding the unallocated funding in this fiscal year’s budget. Councilmember Burch moved to direct the Village Manager to work with the grant writer to seek alternative funding for a Parks Master Plan and to move forward with such plan once the strategic priorities have been identified. Mayor Harris seconded the motion which carried a 5-0 voice vote. There was no further discussion or action taken regarding this item. 9.B DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING THE SCHEDULING OF A TOWNHALL MEETING TO GAUGE RESIDENT INPUT REGARDING THE VILLAGE'S BUILDING AND ZONING REGULATIONS (SPONSORED BY: COUNCILMEMBER KATIA SAINT FLEUR). Councilmember Saint Fleur introduced the item, proposing a Townhall meeting to elicit resident input regarding current Village building and zoning regulations; however in light of the upcoming Planning and zoning special meeting, Councilmember Saint Fleur mentioned the possibility of postponing the proposed Townhall meeting depending on the number of residents who attend the Planning Board special meeting. Discussion ensued on how the event may yield a one-sided perspective of the topic and whether such event should remain in the wheelhouse of the planning board, with the board hosting several workshops. Councilmember Saint Fleur clarified the intent of the item which is to engage fellow Councilmember input concerning the Townhall meeting which she will be hosting. Responding to Vice Mayor Marinberg, Mr. Travis Kendall, Planning and Zoning Director, informed the Village Council that the scheduled special meeting hosted by Planning & Zoning will be one of many. Councilmember Saint Fleur postponed the proposed Townhall Meeting until the Planning Board provides recommendations on how to move forward. 10) MANAGER'S REPORT 6 Mr. Scott provided an overview of operational matters and answered questions posed by the Village Council. 11) ANNOUNCEMENTS The Village Clerk read the announcements. 12) VILLAGE COUNCIL COMMENTS Councilmember Katia Saint Fleur- Councilmember Saint Fleur spoke about the importance of breast cancer awareness and screening. Councilmember Saint Fleur thanked Chief Lystad for his service. Councilmember Saint Fleur thanked everyone who took the time to apply for board consideration. Councilmember Saint Fleur further spoke about the scholarship event she will be hosting this Saturday. Councilmember Crystal Wagar- Councilmember Wagar spoke about breast cancer awareness month and free opportunities for screening. Vice Mayor Daniel Marinberg- Vice Mayor Marinberg thanked all of the applicants who took the time to apply. Councilmember Alice Burch- Councilmember Burch spoke about the community bike ride event and encouraged residents to attend. Councilmember Burch further spoke about bike safety and promoting pedestrian friendly roads. Mayor Sandra Harris- Mayor Harris thanked Chief Lystad for his service to the Village. 13) ADJOURNMENT There being no further business before the Village Council, the meeting adjourned at 8:53 PM. Village Council Meeting Time: 10-19-21 18:30 eComments Report Meetings Meeting Time Agenda Items Comments Support Oppose Neutral Village Council 10-19-21 18:30 27 14 9 2 3 Sentiments for All Meetings The following graphs display sentiments for comments that have location data. Only locations of users who have commented will be shown. Overall Sentiment EXHIBIT A Village Council 10-19-21 18:30 Agenda Name Comments Support Oppose Neutral 4.A) PROCLAMATION IN HONOR OF CHIEF KEVIN LYSTAD'S RETIREMENT. 1100 5) PUBLIC COMMENTS 3102 7.A) APPOINTMENTS TO THE AD HOC CHARTER ADVISORY COMMITTEE (7 VACANCIES). 2011 7.D) APPOINTMENTS TO THE FINE ARTS COMMISSION (3 VACANCIES). 1010 9.A) DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING A PARKS MASTER PLAN FOR MIAMI SHORES VILLAGE (SPONSORED BY: COUNCILMEMBER ALICE BURCH). 5500 9.B) DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING THE SCHEDULING OF A TOWNHALL MEETING TO GAUGE RESIDENT INPUT REGARDING THE VILLAGE'S BUILDING AND ZONING REGULATIONS (SPONSORED BY: COUNCILMEMBER KATIA SAINT FLEUR). 2200 Sentiments for All Agenda Items The following graphs display sentiments for comments that have location data. Only locations of users who have commented will be shown. Overall Sentiment Agenda Item: eComments for 4.A) PROCLAMATION IN HONOR OF CHIEF KEVIN LYSTAD'S RETIREMENT. Overall Sentiment John Ise Location: Submitted At: 2:50pm 10-19-21 Three cheers for Police Chief Lystad's long, long service to the community. I have never, ever felt insecure, unsafe, or at-risk in the Village. Place a call to the Village Police and the response time is within minutes (when two of my kids were nearly struck by lightning, they arrived under 5-minutes). Order is maintained. Per a quick review of City-Data.com, the “serious crime index (City-Data.com crime index weighs serious crimes and violent crimes more heavily) of Miami Shores in 2016 was 517.8 and today it is 300.5. I venture to say there is not another police department nearby that I’d trade our department for. Not Biscayne Park. Not El Portal. Not North Miami. Not City of Miami. And Not Miami-Dade County. The Chief deserves a round of admiration and thanks for making Miami Shores one of the safest, most secure communities in Miami Dade. Agenda Item: eComments for 5) PUBLIC COMMENTS Overall Sentiment Guest User Location: Submitted At: 3:18pm 10-19-21 I am writing to follow-up on the Recreation Advisory Committee motion regarding the Urban Land Institute (ULI) proposals for Leadership Projects, and to request an update from the Village Manager. Thank you, Michael O'Hara, 9233 N Miami Ave, Miami Shores. Guest User Location: Submitted At: 3:13pm 10-19-21 I am writing in support of Councilwoman Burch's item regarding a Parks Master Plan. The need for this plan was supported on numerous occasions by the Recreation Advisory Committee while I was a member of the Committee. The plan is an important tool for the future of the Village and its recreational programming. Thank you. Michael O'Hara, 9233 N Miami Ave, Miami Shores. John Ise Location: Submitted At: 2:44pm 10-19-21 Close to 2-years under lockdown and with the cancellation of Green Day-2021 and the planned Halloween event, a call for the Village to "return-to-normal". Green Day, Unity Day, the Easter Egg Drop, the dog parade, the Mayor's/Unity Ball, Plaza 98 events, community bike rides, 4th of July fireworks, Winterfest, fine arts concerts, etc...these are the community events that make a village a GREAT Village. I understand COVID concerns. And with Delta...it's even more complicated. But, but, but let's accept COVID may be with us for the rest of our lives. Time to cautiously adapt and get on with our lives. Agenda Item: eComments for 7.A) APPOINTMENTS TO THE AD HOC CHARTER ADVISORY COMMITTEE (7 VACANCIES). Overall Sentiment Guest User Location: Submitted At: 3:28pm 10-19-21 I see alot of pro-development residents applying to be on this Ad Hoc Charter Advisory Committee. Is that the direction we want our Village to go in? Also, Mr. Brady was already appointed to the Planning & Zoning Board. Submitted by: Ali Stoneham, resident Stacey Laskin Location: Submitted At: 2:59pm 10-19-21 In support of Kathryn Mason and Brian Kronberg for appointment to the ad hoc charter advisory committee, as both are knowledgeable, committed, and engaged community members. Agenda Item: eComments for 7.D) APPOINTMENTS TO THE FINE ARTS COMMISSION (3 VACANCIES). Overall Sentiment Guest User Location: Submitted At: 3:29pm 10-19-21 How many terms have these members done already? We need term limits for participation on these committees. Thanks, Ali Stoneham, resident Agenda Item: eComments for 9.A) DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING A PARKS MASTER PLAN FOR MIAMI SHORES VILLAGE (SPONSORED BY: COUNCILMEMBER ALICE BURCH). Overall Sentiment Douglas Barnes Location: Submitted At: 3:15pm 10-19-21 I am all in favor of a master plan for our green spaces, but protecting our natural environment and using our green spaces to promote Miami Shores' resilience and sustainability has to be a priority in the planning. Guest User Location: Submitted At: 2:50pm 10-19-21 My name is Alexa Cohn, I have been a resident of Miami Shores for two years. I am a member of the newly founded organization Moms Making Waves and I submit this comment on behalf of our group (which currently has over 50 participants). We strongly support the proposal of a Parks Master Plan. We encourage the Village to fully consider our community's needs and resources around recreation and access to natural, green spaces. A Parks Master Plan should prioritize access to spaces (locations, hours, cost), the quality and safety of spaces, as well as urgently needed environmental benefits for our community. Parks and recreation facilities make communities desirable places to live, work, play and visit. A Parks Master Plan would benefit our community in many ways. We look forward to participating in a process that includes direct engagement from residents of the village. Mary Benton Location: Submitted At: 2:44pm 10-19-21 I am Mary Benton. I fully support the development of a Parks Master Plan that takes into account climate change and resiliency issues, in addition to ensuring that everyone in our village has access to safe, green spaces that provide opportunities for recreation, relaxation, and education for all residents. We need to take into account species extinction, and plan for parks with native plants that provide food and shelter for pollinators and birds. Community engagement in the development of a master plan is essential, as is hearing the voices of the experts on our Sustainability and Resiliency Committee. Guest User Location: Submitted At: 1:42pm 10-19-21 My name is Kathryn Garcia, I have been a resident of Miami Shores for nearly a decade and I enthusiastically support the proposal of a Parks Master Plan. As a mother, and member of the newly founded organization Moms Making Waves, I encourage the Village to fully consider our community's needs and resources around recreation and access to natural, green spaces. A Parks Master Plan should prioritize access to spaces (locations, hours, cost), the quality and safety of spaces, as well as urgently needed environmental benefits in our community and the planet we inhabit. This should be a joint effort between the Parks & Rec and Sustainability & Resilience Committees in order to advance Village goals in multiple areas. As a parent and an environmentalist involved locally in efforts to improve this community in both areas, I can say that many Miami Shores residents have many concerns about the current status of our green spaces that need to be addressed and considered holistically. I look forward to participating in an process that invites community input and feedback as we work together to create a healthier, greener future for Miami Shores filled with rich opportunities for play, relaxation, reflection and wonder. Guest User Location: Submitted At: 12:11pm 10-18-21 I support Councilmember Burch's proposal to create a Parks Master Plan. I sincerely hope that the Master Plan will stress sustainability and resiliency, and demand that our landscaping include mostly if not all native plants, maintained without pesticides. We could be offering so much more habitat and food sources to birds and pollinators through our landscape, and by so doing, providing more enjoyment for people and education for all. Agenda Item: eComments for 9.B) DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING THE SCHEDULING OF A TOWNHALL MEETING TO GAUGE RESIDENT INPUT REGARDING THE VILLAGE'S BUILDING AND ZONING REGULATIONS (SPONSORED BY: COUNCILMEMBER KATIA SAINT FLEUR). Overall Sentiment Clark Reynolds Location: Submitted At: 11:19am 10-19-21 Miami Shores has a collection of historical architectural styles in Miami-Dade County that should be preserved. Most of the homes are in scale to their lot and neighborhood and do not overwhelm their surroundings. It would be a tremendous loss of character to allow a large deviation from this cohesive collection. We need to protect what makes our community unique. Dennis Leyva Location: Submitted At: 2:24pm 10-18-21 This is a very important issue and a Town Hall meeting is a first step. Progress and change are inevitable. It is important to plan for the future and the character of our village depends on it. Poll Report Report Generated:10/27/2021 16:50 Topic Webinar ID October 19, 2021 Village Council 862 0500 1829 Poll Details #User Name 1.CEB- Please select two (2) applicants. 1 Sandra Darci Cohen;Patrick Huber 1 Daniel Marinberg Darci Cohen;Patrick Huber 1 Katia Saint Fleur Darci Cohen;Patrick Huber 1 Alice Burch Darci Cohen;Patrick Huber 1 Crystal Wagar Darci Cohen;Patrick Huber #User Name 1.Ad Hoc Charter Advisory Committee- please select 7 applicants 2 Sandra David Coviello;Brian Kronberg ;Kathryn Mason;Michael O'Hara;Bonnie O'Meara;Ed Quinto 2 Daniel Marinberg Harrison Bergman ;David Coviello;Brian Kronberg ;Kathryn Mason;Michael O'Hara;Bonnie 2 Katia Saint Fleur Harrison Bergman ;David Coviello;Brian Kronberg ;Kathryn Mason;Michael O'Hara;Bonnie 2 Alice Burch Harrison Bergman ;Daniel Brady;David Coviello;Kathryn Mason;Bonnie O'Meara;Ed Quint 2 Crystal Wagar Harrison Bergman ;David Coviello;Brian Kronberg ;Kathryn Mason;Michael O'Hara;Bonnie EXHIBIT B on ;Caridad Stobs e O'Meara;Ed Quinton e O'Meara;Ed Quinton on ;Caridad Stobs e O'Meara;Ed Quinton