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2021-12-07 MINUTES1 MEETING MINUTES DECEMBER 7, 2021 6:30 PM 9900 NE 2ND AVENUE 1)CALL TO ORDER Mayor Harris called the meeting to order at 6:30 PM. 2)MOMENT OF SILENCE / PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3)ROLL CALL PRESENT: Councilmember Alice Burch Councilmember Katia Saint Fleur Councilmember Crystal Wagar Mayor Sandra Harris ALSO PRESENT: Village Attorney Richard Sarafan Village Clerk Ysabely Rodriguez Village Manager Esmond Scott Vice Mayor Daniel Marinberg was absent. 4)PRESENTATIONS 4.A PROCLAMATION PRESENTED TO MPOWER GYM IN HONOR OF ITS 25TH ANNIVERSARY. Mayor Harris presented Mr. Chris Russo with a proclamation in honor of MPower Gym’s 25th anniversary and grand re-opening. Mr. Russo thanked the residents and the Village Council for their support. Mayor Harris read a proclamation in honor of Honorable Carrie P. Meek's legacy into the record in light of her recent passing. Such proclamation was delivered to the Meek family by Councilmember Burch at one of the homegoing services. Ms. Lakeisha Morris, Village Grant Writer, delivered a presentation on the Village's 2021 Annual Grant Report and answered questions posed by the Village Council. Ms. Morris asked the Village Council to 2 start thinking about transportation projects that may be eligible for grant funding. She further spoke about State funding for resiliency projects and elaborated on pump station funding. 5)PUBLIC COMMENTS Due to the volume of eComments that were shared by the commenters in person, such comments were not read into the record. However, all of the ecomments have been attached hereto as Exhibit A. Robert Menge spoke in opposition to third party eComments submitted by Next Movement regarding the 10500 Biscayne Boulevard Future Land Use Map (FLUM) and rezoning requests and advocated for the removal of such comments from the record. Carole Respondek spoke in opposition to the third party eComments submitted by Next Movement regarding the 10500 Biscayne Boulevard FLUM and rezoning requests and advocated for the removal of such comments from the record. Gaixander Elguezabal spoke in opposition to the third party eComments submitted by Next Movement regarding the 10500 Biscayne Boulevard property and stated that some of the comments did not reflect the names of current property owners. Neil Canton asked the Village Council to reconsider supporting the FLUM and rezoning requests regarding 10500 Biscayne Boulevard. Richard Pluhar spoke about vehicular speeding on North Miami Avenue and asked the Village Council to raise the issue with the County and to consider better signage. Karla Peters, Greater Miami Shores Chamber of Commerce Executive Director, announced the “Sip, Shop, and Celebrate” event which is intended to promote economic development in the Downtown District. Kate Mason thanked Councilmember Saint Fleur and Mr. Scott for organizing the first Strategic Planning Session. She thanked Code Compliance Director Lazaro Remond for cancelling his vacation to attend the Strategic Planning Session. Ms. Mason further asked the Village Council to reconsider the approval of the FLUM and rezoning items regarding 10500 Biscayne Boulevard. Jade Moran spoke about the potential impact of the rezoning request based on the proposed site plan. Ms. Moran further spoke in opposition to the eComments submitted by Next Movement regarding the 10500 Biscayne Boulevard Future Land Use Map (FLUM) and rezoning requests. Tuyen Tieu spoke about the opposition voiced by numerous property owners who reside in close proximity to the 10500 Biscayne Boulevard property and asked the Village Council to consider their concerns. Stephen Zawadska spoke in opposition to the rezoning item and underscored various violations incurred by Murphy Oil. Antonio Chiarella spoke in opposition to the third party eComments submitted by Next Movement regarding the 10500 Biscayne Boulevard property Pat Cocci thanked some of the Councilmembers for participating the fashion show. She spoke about the kayak launch proposal at Bayfront Park and the opposition voiced by neighboring property owners. 3 Janet Goodman voiced her discontent with the Village Council's support of the rezoning request. She further asked the Village Council to not support the approval of the minutes due to the eComments submitted by Next Movement regarding 10500 Biscayne Boulevard. Noel Franz spoke in opposition to the rezoning item. He further objected to the meeting minutes due to the eComments that were collected by a third party. Lois Mamula spoke about the numerous petition signatures she collected from Shores Estates residents who expressed opposition to the potential development of a gas station at 10500 Biscayne Boulevard. She further spoke about the environmental impact of the proposed gas station to the canal. Pedro Chevalier spoke in opposition to the rezoning item and the eComments attachment. Chrissie Chiarella spoke in opposition to the eComments pie chart. Randy Gottlieb spoke in opposition to the rezoning item due to potential increase in pollution, crime, and traffic. Mayor Omarr Nickerson (Village of El Portal) welcomed the new Village Council and shared the Village of El Portal's practice of attending all of the Council Meetings throughout Miami-Dade County in the spirit of unity. He spoke about the importance of future collaboration between El Portal, Biscayne Park, and Miami Shores. 6)APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES 6.A APPROVAL OF THE NOVEMBER 16, 2021 VILLAGE COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES. Before approving the minutes, Councilmember Burch asked the Village Council to consider adding a disclaimer to the eComments portal, notifying participants that the Village does not accept entries submitted by third parties. Responding to Councilmember Burch, Mr. Sarafan explained that his office has drafted a proposed ordinance, at the request of Vice Mayor Marinberg, prohibiting third party comments for future Council consideration. Mr. Sarafan suggested raising any suggestions concerning eComments when the proposed ordinance is brought forth for Village consideration. Responding to the various comments made by the public concerning the November 16 eComments, Mr. Sarafan clarified all eComments are considered a public record and cannot be modified or destroyed. Although eComments have been attached to the draft minutes, Mr. Sarafan explained the Village Council would vote on the approval of the minutes. Mr. Sarafan explained the pie chart included in the eComments attachment is generated by the legislative management solution, Granicus, in response to the respective position (support, oppose, or neutral) selected by commenters. Responding to Mayor Harris’ inquiry concerning guest users of the eComments platform, Village Clerk Rodriguez explained such feature was enabled, as there is no requirement for the public to provide their name and address for the record. In accordance with the resolution (R-2021-08) that governs public participation at Council Meetings, guest user comments will not be read into the record; however, it will become part of the official record of the Village. Discussion ensued regarding the feasibility of restricting third party eComments. Mayor Harris moved to approve the November 16, 2021 Village Council Meeting Minutes and Councilmember Wagar seconded the motion which carried a 4-0 voice vote. 4 7)VILLAGE BOARD APPOINTMENTS 7.A APPOINTMENT TO THE LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES (1 UNEXPIRED VACANCY). Village Clerk Rodriguez provided an overview of the item. Some of the applicants were present and briefly spoke about their qualifications. 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: -Kathleen Redmond and Lissette Reid received a tie vote. The Village Council proceeded to cast electronic ballots. Upon the conclusion of the second round of voting, Village Clerk Rodriguez read the following results into the record: -Kathleen Redmond was appointed to the Library Board of Trustees. A copy of the report produced by the voting system has been attached hereto as Exhibit B. 7.B APPOINTMENT TO THE FINE ARTS COMMISSION (1 VACANCY). Village Clerk Rodriguez provided an overview of the item. Councilmember Burch moved to appoint Clarissa Rodriguez to the Fine Arts Commission and Mayor Harris seconded the motion which carried a 4-0 voice vote. 8)ORDINANCE(S) ON FIRST READING 8.A AN ORDINANCE OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF MIAMI SHORES VILLAGE, FLORIDA, RELATING TO ZONING, APPENDIX “A”, AMENDING ARTICLE V, DIVISION 17, “LANDSCAPE”, ADDING SECTION 539, “FERTILIZER STANDARDS”; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS, CODIFICATION, SEVERABILITY AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE (STAFF: PLANNING & ZONING DIRECTOR). Village Clerk Rodriguez read the ordinance caption into the record. Mayor Harris opened public comments for this item. Ms. Kate Mason asked whether the item was presented to the Sustainability and Resiliency Committee for review. Responding to Ms. Mason, Mr. Travis Kendall, Planning and Zoning Director, answered in the affirmative. Mr. Kendall provided an overview of the item and recommended approval. Councilmember Wagar moved approval of the ordinance on first reading and Councilmember Saint Fleur seconded the motion which carried a 4-0 voice vote. 9)DISCUSSION & POSSIBLE ACTION ITEMS 5 9.A DISCUSSION OF COUNCIL PRIORITIES FOR MOBILITY PROJECTS (SPONSORED BY: COUNCILMEMBER ALICE BURCH). Councilmember Burch provided an overview of the expectations of the multimodal mobility study. Mr. Christopher Miranda, Public Works Director, delivered a presentation regarding multimodal mobility improvements, traffic calming measures, and the FDOT developed Transportation Alternative Program (TAP) grant. Responding to Councilmember Saint Fleur’s question regarding the installation of speed tables, Mr. Miranda explained a priority list of streets has been created in order to help curtail vehicular speeding. Mayor Harris opened public comments for this item. Ms. Kate Mason spoke about vehicular speeding on 12th avenue and NE 96 Street and advocated for a crosswalk as well as a speed table at such location. No action was taken on this item. 10)MANAGER'S REPORT Village Manager Scott provided an update on various operational matters, including the introduction of the new Assistant Village Manager Tanya Wilson. 11)ANNOUNCEMENTS Village Clerk Rodriguez read the announcements into the record. 12)VILLAGE COUNCIL COMMENTS Councilmember Crystal Wagar- Councilmember Wagar thanked the Recreation Department and Department of Public Works for their coordination of the last two events. She further spoke about the importance of residents voicing their position on various matters and thanked them for attending the meeting. Councilmember Katia Saint Fleur- No comments were offered by Councilmember Saint Fleur. Councilmember Alice Burch- Councilmember Burch thanked residents who have taken the time to voice their perspectives. She further thanked the Department of Public W orks for their hard work. Vice Mayor Daniel Marinberg- Vice Mayor Marinberg was absent. Mayor Sandra Harris- Mayor Harris thanked residents for voicing their views. She further thanked everyone for attending the meeting and wished all a happy holiday season. 13)ADJOURNMENT There being no further business before the Village Council, the meeting adjourned at 8:34 PM. Village Council Meeting Time: 12-07-21 18:30 eComments Report Meetings Meeting Time Agenda Items Comments Support Oppose Neutral Village Council 12-07-21 18:30 20 38 2 33 0 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 Village Council 12-07-21 18:30 Agenda Name Comments Support Oppose Neutral 5) PUBLIC COMMENTS 7 0 5 0 6.A) APPROVAL OF THE NOVEMBER 16, 2021 VILLAGE COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES. 29 0 28 0 8.A) AN ORDINANCE OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF MIAMI SHORES VILLAGE, FLORIDA, RELATING TO ZONING, APPENDIX “A”, AMENDING ARTICLE V, DIVISION 17, “LANDSCAPE”, ADDING SECTION 539, “FERTILIZER STANDARDS”; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS, CODIFICATION, SEVERABILITY AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE (STAFF: PLANNING & ZONING DIRECTOR). 2 2 0 0 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 5) PUBLIC COMMENTS Overall Sentiment Guest User Location: Submitted At: 2:17pm 12-07-21 I would like to urge our Village Counsil to join the families residing nearby in rejecting the proposal by out of state land developers to change the zoning and land use of 10500 Biscayne Blvd. Future development at that site should not include a gas station, or any other commercial business which would jeopardize the Bay and our community on countless levels. Inconsiderate rezoning of this land ensures greater traffic and general pollution within our community, crime rate increase, and the threat of fire, explosion, and toxic fumes from the gas station. Please keep the land use and zone as is, creating the possibility of the land sale to an endeavor that supports a family friendly and safe environment for our neighborhood. Guest User Location: Submitted At: 10:17am 12-07-21 As a resident of Miami Shores Estates subdivision, I strongly Oppose the proposed zoning change. We DO Not want to see a gas station and a kayak ramp in our neighborhood. We expect our elected council members to listen and support us, not the developers. Thank you. Juan Hoyos Guest User Location: Submitted At: 10:04am 12-07-21 As a 7 year resident of Miami Shores Estates subdivision I want to once again voice my opposition to the proposed zoning change to the 105 ST lot. As was expressed by most if not all of the residents surrounding the area, we expect our council members to support us and protect our neighborhood and environment, and to listen and understand the many reasons why we Do Not want a gas station in our area. Thank you Council member A. Burch for your support as a long time resident and council member you truly understand and know the history of our village. Shame on all the new council members, and 2nd term member C. Wagar, for supporting the developer and not your constituents. I hope we do not see you again in the next term. Thank you. Maria Cordoba Guest User Location: Submitted At: 9:03am 12-07-21 I object to the addition of illegally obtained, some already proven fraudulent 3rd party collected names & addresses to the minutes for the last Village Council meeting. These names and addresses are from the northwest side of the Shores, over 2 miles from the proposed development at NE 105 St. & Biscayne Blvd., while the canvasser didn't bother to seek out the residents closest to the development site. Although the minutes might be factually correct as a record, this content should at the least be highlighted for what it is within the minutes, if not struck from the record. Further, it should raise big questions for all on this council as to the merit of working with a developer who employs such tactics. Additionally, I would like to state my objection to the development planned for NE 105 St & Biscayne Blvd. The overwhelming sentiment of the neighbors close to the proposed development is negative, not because it is development, but because we don't want another gas station. We have already written, emailed, called and spoken about the myriad reasons for not wanting this gas station and you, our council members, with the exception of Council member Burch, have ignored us. It's time for you to listen to the people, not the developers. This development is not in the best interest of Miami Shores. To those who continue to state that they're afraid of a lawsuit against the Village and this is their reason for voting for the development - this is a false narrative. The choice before you is to maintain the current land use and zoning or to vote to change it to suit the developer. There is no other option today. Please consider your constituents and when the time comes, vote with the people. We elected you, not the developer from South Carolina. Allan Respondek 1162 NE 105 Street Guest User Location: Submitted At: 7:34am 12-07-21 Catherine S.Salow 10634 NE 10th Court Opposed to the zoning change for the property at 105st and Biscayne due to negative environmental impact on our Biscayne Bay and decrease in residential property values. Guest User Location: Submitted At: 5:17pm 12-06-21 FROM JANET GOODMAN: First, I want to say how disappointed I am at the November 16th Council vote to allow a zoning change at 10500 Biscayne Blvd. It is reprehensible that Council would favor an out-of-state developer’s profit over their constituents concerns for their own health, safety, and Quality of Life. Make no mistake; don’t fool yourself into rationalizing that this is for the good of the entire Village. It is not. In fact, 1/4 of the Village lives in close proximity to the proposed development and will be adversely affected. Our waterways in the Village, both the Biscayne Canal and Biscayne Bay, will be at risk. It’s hypocritical to ask the 99 homes in Miami Shores Estates to fork out $10,000 per household for septic to sewer conversion while you allow our waterways to be affected by a gas station. You know the reasons we oppose a zoning change. You’ve heard it over and over and over again for months from scores of residents. But you pretend to listen to us and to care, then shake hands with the devil. Guest User Location: Submitted At: 1:29pm 12-06-21 Randal Gottlieb 1079 NE 104th street. I oppose rezoning 10500 Biscayne Blvd. I’ve never ever heard of such overwhelming support against a zoning change (there is no need). This is completely detrimental to the Miami Shores community. The traffic on Biscayne Blvd is crazy. Adding another gas station (arent there enough) makes no sense. The council is therefore voting for more traffic and more accidents. Why take the risk of putting a gas station right next to our canal with beautiful aquatic life? Why would the Council think this is a good idea? You know we Americans have been told about safety in the past. Remember how safe the Exxon Valdez was? The Deepwater Horizon? The developers can march out their paid cronies but everyone can see through that charade. With the Zoning Board rejecting it 4-0 and professional MS township personnel recommending against and hundreds of people signing petitions and showing up against it is The Council deaf? And why would they allow an obvious “biased” crony enter false information into the public record about canvassing the neighborhood and saying there was overwhelming support. S should the Council be investigating these lies and find out who’s behind it? Do they not hear the people they were elected to represent or is there something more sinister here? The arguments they provide are hollow with no basis in fact? Threats to sue is now another “red herring.” The Council is not acting in the best interests of the residents impacted by this monstrosity of a gas station nor the interest of other residents. Clearly this is the first of more to come. The Council is demolishing the serenity, history, and village nature of MS. If the Council votes in favor of this rezoning those members who voted in favor of it, their reputation and legacy will be tarnished and we will all make sure to vote them out off office but it is possible their “dirty work” will have been done. Council members, you have heard your constituents “loud and clear.” DO NOT succumb to threats, paid lobbyists, lawyers, biased environmental “experts” and all the lies and pressures brought on by monied carpet baggers who care nothing about our village. Your honesty, reputation, and integrity is on display and your vote will indicate the type of politician you are - supporting the “will of the people” or succumbing to those who only have financial motives. Agenda Item: eComments for 6.A) APPROVAL OF THE NOVEMBER 16, 2021 VILLAGE COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES. Overall Sentiment Meike Espinosa Location: Submitted At: 2:28pm 12-07-21 It is sad to see that those who knocked on my door to ask for votes now turn a deaf ear and do not want to listen to the community. A gas station threatens the Ecosystem that we have in this inlet of water where so many natural wonders live, we are bless to live next to the water and we the commitment to take of the environment . There is not planet B. I do not agree with the approval vote for zoning change to B2 that does not help the Ecosystem at all. I hope you, members of the council, really listen to me because I am concerned about where I live. The developer of the gas station does not own the property and lives in another state they do not care what happens with this community. Kathleen Rubio Location: Submitted At: 2:02pm 12-07-21 I oppose the acceptance of third party e-comments from the November 16, 2021, Miami Shores Village Council meeting. Notably, many the comments expressing support for the proposed zoning change appear to be uploaded in rapid, time-stamped succession, and few contain any written comments. Further, I oppose the processed data from the e-comments, mined and interpreted using pie charts. Guest User Location: Submitted At: 1:27pm 12-07-21 Arturo Salow, 10634 NE 10th Court Miami Shores artsalow@yahoo.com The minutes from the November 16, 2021, Village Council Meeting indicate a false reflection of the number of residents that are in favor of the proposed zoning changes and planned gas station at 105th Street and Biscayne Boulevard. Clearly most of the residents that attended the meeting and those that submitted their own e- comments are Opposed to the proposed zoning changes and gas station. As publicly admitted by the individual who prepared and submitted them, the 144 e-comments were the work of an outside consultant that surveyed village neighborhoods well outside the area of the proposed gas station and zoning changes. The question should have been asked if the gas station was to be constructed in their neighborhood would they be in favor. Where is the survey of the residents in the Miami Shores Estates? Where is the survey of the residents located to the south of the property or East of the Boulevard? Of course, you have already heard from them directly and the response is overwhelming that we are opposed to this proposed zoning change and proposed gas station. Those reasons are many and have already been communicated to you directly from the residents most impacted by this proposed development. Outside consultants submitting favorable responses to a survey that those in the immediate area were not included in, is distorting the truth and should be deemed irrelevant. Looks like someone was stuffing the ballot box and didn't even bother to cover up their tracks. If not illegal certainly ethically questionable. Was this consultant hired by the gas station developer of the property that we are supposed to trust to do what is best for all of Miami Shores Village? I don't think you were elected to put the financial interests of a gas station developer ahead of the quality of life of the village residents. These e-comments submitted by one individual on behalf of multiple residents should be called out for what they are "stuffing the ballot box" and deemed invalid. Thank you. Guest User Location: Submitted At: 12:41pm 12-07-21 Hi, I am Pablo Arrieta, Miami Shores resident and I don't think this minute reflect the general feeling about the re- zoning petition. I oppose to the re-zoning since I feel there is a better use of that land other than what was discussed during the meeting (I was personally present in it). Also, my suggestion is to review the e-comments, not all of them seam legit. Guest User Location: Submitted At: 12:07pm 12-07-21 With regard to the minutes of the past meeting and specifically of discussion of items 7A and 7B, I want to comment on the abusive and unprecedented inclusion of 144 e-comments by an agent of the developer. It is definitely unethical, possibly fraudulent (were those comments verified other than by the affirmation of the developer's agent? did they only include favorable comments?) and a disgusting subversion of the spirit of public commentary, skewing the record and putting at a disadvantage the residents who don't have the resources to hire public consultants and law firms. Public comment is often the only way Village residents can make their case to their government, allowing manipulation will inevitably undermine the public trust. I'm no stranger to politics and have seen first-hand the dirty tactics developers use to sway public perception but this is a first for our Village, and should not set a precedent. I thank Vice Mayor Marinberg and Councilmember Busch for bringing up this issue during the meeting, but more must be done in order to send a stronger message. Strike those 144 comments from the record, correct the perception that there is public support of the rezoning, and create clear guidelines for future use of the e-comment system (no more canvassing and bulk comment uploading should be allowed.) Thanks. Alejandro Barreras, 437 NE 102 Street. Guest User Location: Submitted At: 10:51am 12-07-21 Carol Cocchi I oppose the approval of the minutes from the Nov. 16 meeting as questions have arisen regarding the validity of approximately 100 e-comments showing support for the Murphy gas station project on 105th street. If these e- comments can't be verified or are incorrect, then they are not reliable and shouldn't be approved in the minutes from that meeting. Guest User Location: Submitted At: 10:46am 12-07-21 We love our family neighborhood and feel that a gas station / retail / dentist will do more harm that good. I'm all for progress however, this is not the right move for our area. Franco Hernandez Location: Submitted At: 10:39am 12-07-21 I feel so disappointed with the council's decision to approve this zoning change. Each one of you saw the amount of constituents against it and you still vote YES to approving this? You were elected by the residents of Miami Shores, to serve the residents of Miami Shores. It seems like you do not care about majority of the village you represent and voted for you. By approving this, you are looking at adding more problems related to traffic, violence and disturbance in the future. From what we all witnessed last meeting, majority of your village is against this project. So why go against your constituents decisions? Guest User Location: Submitted At: 10:34am 12-07-21 I oppose a gas station on 10500 Biscayne. It will be detrimental to our homes and waterways. Guest User Location: Submitted At: 10:30am 12-07-21 Dear Council, thank you for your participation in our village. We are opposed to the zoning change of the 10500 Biscayne Blvd. site. Traffic congestion has been increasing in much of the South Florida area, development or not, and everything indicates that it will continue to get worse, representing an undoubted menace to the quality of our life in the Miami Shores Village. Currently, the traffic flow to exist the 104th Street, Miami Shores Golf Course and all the way up to 96th Street heading North is a very, very dangerous expedition. Currently, we have to wait until the traffic light changes to red in order to make a left-hand turn heading North. If there is a busy gas station, we will never be able to Safely make a left-hand turn heading North. This does severely impact the streets all the way South. We would like to see the traffic study that you have acquired. It's a shame that our newly (driver) licensed children have to take their lives in your hands to exit their own street. Why would you approve of such a dangerous situation and congestion-filled proposal when the majority of the village does not agree? Additionally, we would like to verify the support of the neighbors on the farthest west side of the village. Firstly, these folks are not severely affected by the zoning change as the East side residents. Secondly, we understand many of these folks never even commented for approval of the zoning change or even still live in the village. The Village Council has to perform its due diligence and validate these approval comments. We would really like our voices to be heard. The majority of the village opposes this change. The village can produce the same tax revenue by allowing single family or townhomes to built in keeping with the beauty and charm of our village. This is the Northernmost point of our charming Village. Does Coral Gables, Biscayne Park, or any other beautiful area have a Gas Station to welcome everyone into their Village? Please listen to the voice of the people. Thank you, Rose Sayre-Justo Family on 104th Street Miami, Shores Guest User Location: Submitted At: 10:19am 12-07-21 Jennifer Ale-Jathar- 1055 NE 105 street. I oppose the zone change proposed at the November 16 meeting and am very disappointed in the council’s vote. Clearly they are not taking us, the residents, into consideration in their vote. If they did, they would vote against it since it is what the overwhelming majority wants. Our families are the ones that live here and will be directly impacted with this change. Please do not lose sight of that and fight for us. There are so many better residential options that can happen on that land to maintain the current safer and cleaner conditions. Please hold the developer accountable for lying about the support from residents for this project which is not true. The overwhelming majority does not want this. And please show them that they cannot come to our village and lie and intimidate us to get their way. Thank you. Guest User Location: Submitted At: 10:18am 12-07-21 Most people at the meeting voiced their opposition. Juan Hoyos Guest User Location: Submitted At: 10:10am 12-07-21 Dishonest and not a reflection of what really happened at the meeting. Most people who spoke in that meeting opposed the zoning change. Comments from people who do not live in the neighborhood or are village residents should not be accepted. Maria Cordoba Gwennie Tam Location: Submitted At: 10:09am 12-07-21 Against 10500 Biscayne Blvd zoning change. We do not want a gas station adjacent to our homes and waterways!! Guest User Location: Submitted At: 10:03am 12-07-21 Nakul Jathar- 1055 NE 105 street. I strongly oppose the zone change in question. I have lived here for 4 years with my family and I believe this zone change will directly negatively impact all the residents in this area specifically. It will bring crime, traffic, pollution right in our backyards. We count on the elected council to do what is best for its residents and listen to us. We hope that is what you will do in this instance. Guest User Location: Submitted At: 9:14am 12-07-21 I am very much opposed to the zoning change for the parcel on Biscayne Boulevard/105th Street. I don't see any benefit since we have 3 gas stations in a short driving distance, and the negative effect on the neighborhood including but not limited to traffic, light intrusion on adjoining homes, noise as well as petty crime should outweigh any consideration of this project. Respectfully submitted by Angela Cudlipp, 1099 NE 104 Street. Patricia Monaco Location: Submitted At: 5:31am 12-07-21 I strongly oppose the change of use of land with the proposal of building yet another gas station so close to my home. Why open a business that will bring environmental issues and potential criminal activities? We observe everyday all the issues that gas stations bring to the community in the ones nearby. The zoning commission and even the police of the Village have recommended not to change the use of land to allow a gas station. There are so many possibilities of other type of businesses that will impact the community in a positive way. I try to understand the reasoning of the neighbors that are voting to support this project, yet couldn’t find comments in any of the votes supporting the change of land Guest User Location: Submitted At: 5:04am 12-07-21 Chrissie Chiarella 10666 NE 10 Place, I question the representation of support for rezoning by ecomments only listing a name and address. The ecomments do not actually contain any comment at all so should not be seen as support. It should not be held as face value of an approval of rezoning because Greg King of Next Movement simply said that the information is accurate. An audit of this information should be performed if you would like to accept that a simple name and address indicates support or opposition for any matter. I spoke at the November meeting and I stated that I was opposed by saying that I agree with those people who have spoken to oppose but that was not included in the minutes. You only noted that I clarified that i was not canvassed. Thank you. Guest User Location: Submitted At: 4:30am 12-07-21 Antonio Chiarella 10666 NE 10 Place, I am disappointed, upset, and outraged in reference to the acceptance of the e-comments that were submitted by Greg King of Next Movement. The comments should be entered by the individuals personally and directly. The company did not specifically state how their question was framed. To take these comments into account is highly irresponsible without proper validation. To accept this information as a fact of support to rezoning or remapping is, in my opinion, not acceptable. Guest User Location: Submitted At: 8:07pm 12-06-21 My Name is Brandon Moran, resident at 1070 NE 105th street, Miami Shores, FL 33138. I strongly oppose the consideration for rezoning this parcel of land simply because it will directly jeopardize the safety and security of our wonderful neighborhood. Not only will a rezoning open up the threat of misuse of that lands original intent, it will also attract the wrong kind of development for our area. I am interested in partnering with developers to plan out a property use that continues to work within the current zoning to be a viable, and profitable solution, but rezoning is not that. Additionally, the approach by the developer, and perceivable conflict of interest between some of the council members and the developers lead us to believe there are questionable actions beyond our current knowledge. For the sake of transparency and duty to the ethics of this position, we are imploring you to consider the voices opposed to this re-zone and request that you do so with the highest of ethical standards. Now that this topic is a critical concern for the neighborhood, there will be heightened scrutiny on the actions and behaviors of this council going forward. Gaixkander Elguezabal Location: Submitted At: 7:26pm 12-06-21 I strongly oppose the change in zoning that was presented. The most concerning aspect of this proposal is that is setting the precedent that a buyer of a property can change the zoning of Miami Shores with complete disregard to the unanimous recommendation made by the Staff and ignoring the concern of the affected residents. I also object that the minutes reflect a "support" that was clearly made up. I can confirm that names in the public comments were not made by the people that were in the list. The support statistic should be revised to reflect this. Guest User Location: Submitted At: 6:03pm 12-06-21 FROM JANET GOODMAN: I want to ask Council to not approve the Nov. 16th minutes. The minutes assessment of the support for the zoning change is grossly off. This is because you are counting the shocking fraudulent third-party e-comments posted simultaneously one night. This is almost laughable if it weren’t so seriously egregious. Are you counting e-mails of opposition sent to Council members? Are you counting petition signatures from 105th Street east of the Boulevard that were submitted at the Nov.16th Council meeting by me? How about in-person opposition during public comments? It is obvious to all of you and the community that there is overwhelming opposition to this zoning change. Guest User Location: Submitted At: 5:45pm 12-06-21 Jade Moran: I'm very confused and concerned from the last meeting. There were FAR more people opposed to the proposition then in support of. Most of the people who expressed their concerns are the ones whom will be directly impacted from this proposition. WE are the ones who live directly behind this proposition, NOT THE COUNCIL. The council needs to LISTEN to what we are all saying. There is FAR MORE TO LOOSE then gain from the proposition. The council is meant to protect the people and speak for the people. WE ARE THE ONES WHO VOTED YOU IN! I'm concerned that there are strings being pulled because I do not see any benefit to having this proposition passed. It has also been brought to light that there are at least some names who were listed in favor from a Mr. King's canvasing -PEOPLE WHO NO LONGER live in Miami Shores. What else is MR.KING lying about??? Not to mention third party e-comments shouldn't be allowed!!!!! We are loosing confidence in the council, who are suppose to be for the people. It feels we are shunned by you, and not supported or protected by you. I'm extremely disappointed. Guest User Location: Submitted At: 3:05pm 12-06-21 I can not believe that 3rd party comments would out weigh the overwhelming obvious disapproval of a zoning change. The pie chart shows support? I am so disappointed in the blatant corruption involved in the decisions being made to rezone the area in NE Miami Shores Village. Its plain and clear that a zoning change is NOT good for the Village nor our fragile Bay. Lois Mamula Location: Submitted At: 2:13pm 12-06-21 The minutes reflect over whelming support for the zoning change at 10500 Biscay Blvd. There was over whelming objection/lack of support for the zoning change. I submitted a two page list of property owners who are opposed and directly impacted by the requested zoning change. Guest User Location: Submitted At: 1:36pm 12-06-21 Randal Gottlieb 1079 NE104th st The minutes reflect a “gentlemen” saying he canvassed the neighborhood and found most people in favor of the rezoning. This is a blatant lie with no proof, no people willing to support the veracity of this unsubstantiated claim. Meanwhile at least 100 people showed up to oppose the rezoning. The council MUST investigate this claim otherwise the record (minutes) will have introduced false and potentially fraudulent information into the public record as if it was fact make a motion to strike this from the minutes or decide to investigate these false claims. Guest User Location: Submitted At: 12:39pm 12-06-21 I am against the zoning change at 10500 Biscayne Blvd, this will have a negative impact on property values in the area and is not aligned with the energy transition. We don't need another gas station. Guest User Location: Submitted At: 11:38am 12-06-21 Luis Guerra - 1155 NE 104th St. Miami Shores. It was brought to my attention that the minutes to the Nov. 16 meeting has pie charts showing overwhelming SUPPORT for the zoning change at 10500 Biscayne Blvd. There was overwelming oposition for this zoning change and anything that states anything different just shows continued corruption in village coucil. Guest User Location: Submitted At: 7:12pm 12-05-21 Scroll down and look at their pie charts. It shows an overwhelming support of the zoning change at 10500 Biscayne Boulevard. The Village is accepting the fraudulent poll numbers as support. This is outrageous! These Village Council minutes should not be approved. https://legistarweb-production.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/attachment/pdf/1159425/Minutes.pdf Kind Regards, Janet Goodman 1174 NE 105th Street 305-297-5695 janegoodman@bellsouth.net Agenda Item: eComments for 8.A) AN ORDINANCE OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF MIAMI SHORES VILLAGE, FLORIDA, RELATING TO ZONING, APPENDIX “A”, AMENDING ARTICLE V, DIVISION 17, “LANDSCAPE”, ADDING SECTION 539, “FERTILIZER STANDARDS”; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS, CODIFICATION, SEVERABILITY AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE (STAFF: PLANNING & ZONING DIRECTOR). Overall Sentiment Guest User Location: Submitted At: 10:09am 12-07-21 FROM JANET GOODMAN: It is important to protect our Miami Shores waterways. Mitigating the fertilizer run-off into Biscayne Canal and Biscayne Bay is just as important to their survival as septic to sewer conversions and prohibiting gas stations from being built adjacent to the water. Guest User Location: Submitted At: 9:07am 12-07-21 I support the adoption of the "Florida Friendly" fertilizer use on our landscape. We all, as a Village, and individually, need to do our part to protect our waterways and environment from the toxic effects of fertilizers. Carol Eannace Respondek 1162 NE 105 Street ROUND 1- LIBRARY BOARD Ballot Voter Kathleen Redmond Lisette Reid Martijn Rentema 1 HARRIS 1 2 SAINT FLEUR 1 3 WAGAR 1 4 BURCH 1 EXHIBIT B Library Board of Trustees-Round 2 Ballot Voter Kathleen Redmond Lisette Reid Martijn Rentema 1 SAINT FLEUR 1 2 BURCH 1 3 HARRIS 1 4 WAGAR 1