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2022-06-21 Minutes1 MEETING MINUTES JUNE 21, 2022 6:30 PM 9900 NE 2ND AVENUE 1) CALL TO ORDER Mayor Harris called the meeting to order at 6:34 PM. 2) MOMENT OF SILENCE / PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3) ROLL CALL PRESENT: Vice Mayor Daniel Marinberg Mayor Sandra Harris Councilmember Alice Burch Councilmember Crystal Wagar ALSO PRESENT: Village Attorneys Sarah Johnston and Chanae Wood Village Clerk Ysabely Rodriguez Village Manager Esmond Scott Councilmember Katia Saint Fleur was absent. 10) DISCUSSION & POSSIBLE ACTION ITEMS 10.A DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ON THE URBAN LAND INSTITUTE PARK FACILITY ASSESSMENT AND RECOMMENDATION FOR THE RECREATION COMPLEX. (STAFF: RECREATION DIRECTOR) Recreation Director Angela Dorney briefly introduced the item and ULI representatives who delivered a presentation regarding their findings and answered questions posed by the Village Council. Ms. Jhanelle Campbell introduced the various members of the team as outlined in the presentation document. The ULI team explained the purpose of the project was to conduct a site assessment to determine the suitability of the current Community Center for multi-use activities. 2 The first option proffered by the ULI is to construct a new site then demolish existing later. Such project will include multiple phases to minimize disruptions in operations. The second option consists of remodeling the existing center which will require hardening to ensure resiliency to natural disasters along with connecting to the Village sewer system. Discussion ensued amongst the Village Council regarding the proposed options, marketing component, and the associated costs relevant to each option. Village Manager Scott asked the Village Council if there is a desire for staff to continue exploring into the recommendations as outlined above. There was consensus amongst the Village Council to direct the Village Manager to continue conducting exploratory work. No further action was taken. 4) PRESENTATIONS 4.A LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES PRESENTATION PROVIDED BY: CHRISTINE GAY Ms. Christine Gay, Library Board of Trustees Chairperson, provided an overview regarding the library annual report and answered questions raised by the Village Council. 4.B PRESENTATION ON MIAMI SHORES VILLAGE INTEGRATED PEST MANAGEMENT REPORT PROVIDED BY: PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR. Mr. Christopher Miranda delivered a report regarding the Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Policy in response to the Village Council's questions during the June 7, 2022 Village Council Meeting. Ms. Angela Dorney, Recreation Director, spoke about closing the various facilities when material application is taking place. Responding to Mayor Harris’ inquiry, Mr. Miranda explained the green dye substance is listed as a category 4 in terms of toxicity. He further indicated there is direct supervision when the application of substances is in progress. Vice Mayor Marinberg suggested for staff to explore text and/or email notification services to inform residents when application is going to take place. Councilmember Wagar advocated for staff to use organic options when considering IPM practices. Ms. Scott mentioned he was approached by a member of the press and indicated he will not speak to the press until he has had an opportunity to speak to the Village Council about the matter. 5) PUBLIC COMMENTS Mary Benton thanked the Village Council for directing the Village Manager to provide an update report concerning IPM practices. Ms. Benton further noted the annual report has not been published on an annual basis. She further spoke about how purchasing ladybugs on the internet is not a good idea. Carol Eannace spoke about Item 9B and how the item may fall within the current moratorium on commercial development. She spoke against the item as and asked the Village Council to defer the item until the moratorium has been lifted. 3 Tim Duerkop spoke in support of resolution extending the Cambridge Program at Miami Shores Elementary. He further spoke about the competitive solicitations received in response to the seawall project. Nancy Cigno spoke about her departure from the Doctors Charter School (DCS) board and asked the Village Council to consider the dollars which DCS pays for rent to the Village. The Village Clerk read eComments into the record which have been attached hereto as Exhibit A. 6) APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES 6.A APPROVAL OF THE JUNE 7, 2022 VILLAGE COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES (STAFF: VILLAGE CLERK). A motion was moved by Vice Mayor Marinberg to approve the minutes as amended to include Village Attorney Chanae Wood as present and to include the last name Domlesky under public comments. Councilmember Burch seconded the motion which carried a 4-0 voice vote. 7) BOARD APPOINTMENTS 7.A APPOINTMENTS TO THE DOCTORS CHARTER SCHOOL BOARD (3 VACANCIES). Village Clerk Rodriguez provided a brief overview of the item, indicating an additional vacancy as a result of Ms. Yojana Rodriguez's resignation. Therefore, the Village Council will cast votes to fill four vacancies. Individual applicants introduced themselves and answered questions posed by the Village Council. The Village Council proceeded to cast votes for four applicants via the electronic voting method. The Village Clerk read the results into the record, noting that the following applicants have been appointed unanimously: Andrew Lemke, Sadri Medina, John Rosenquest, and Neil Kodsi. 7.B APPOINTMENT TO THE LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES (1 VACANCY). Village Clerk Rodriguez introduced the item, noting the Village Council may cast a vote by acclamation given there is one applicant. Vice Mayor Marinberg moved to appoint Ms. Christine Gay to the Library Board of Trustees and Mayor Harris seconded the motion which carried a 4-0 voice vote. 8) ORDINANCE(S) ON SECOND READING- PUBLIC HEARING 8.A AN ORDINANCE OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF MIAMI SHORES VILLAGE, FLORIDA, AMENDING THE VILLAGE CODE OF ORDINANCES BY CREATING CHAPTER 2, “ADMINISTRATION,” ARTICLE VIII, “ADMINISTRATIVE FEES,” SECTION 2-116, “COST RECOVERY SYSTEM” TO RECOVER THE COSTS FOR SERVICES RELATING TO THE REVIEW OF APPLICATIONS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR INCLUSION IN THE CODE; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE (STAFF: PLANNING & ZONING DIRECTOR). Village Clerk Rodriguez read the caption of the ordinance into the record. 4 Ms. Claudia Hasbun, Planning & Zoning Director, provided a brief overview of the item, outlining the proposed changes to the document concerning the fee waiver criteria and adding the Planning & Zoning Director as a concurrent approver to effectuate any fee waivers by the Village Manager. Councilmember Wagar moved to approve the ordinance on second reading and Vice Mayor Marinberg seconded the motion which carried a 4-0 voice vote. 9) RESOLUTION(S) 9.A A RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF MIAMI SHORES VILLAGE, FLORIDA, REQUESTING THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY CARRY FORWARD SURPLUS FUNDS IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PROGRAM GRANT AGREEMENT FOR FUNDING OF THE CAMBRIDGE PROGRAM AT MIAMI SHORES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL; PROVIDING FOR APPROVAL, AUTHORIZATION, AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE (STAFF: VILLAGE MANAGER). Village Clerk Rodriguez read the caption of the resolution into the record. Mr. Scott provided an introduction of the agreement between MDCPS and the Village concerning the Cambridge Program at Miami Shores Elementary. Mr. Scott turned the presentation over to Miami Shores Elementary School administration, Ms. Brenda Swain and Mr. Daniel Diaz who answered questions posed by the Village Council. Ms. Swain reported 49.10% of funds from Year 1 have been expended and elaborated on Exhibition Night to help parents get better acquainted with the Cambridge Program. Councilmember Wagar moved to approve the resolution and Vice Mayor Marinberg seconded the motion which carried a 4-0 voice vote. 9.B A RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF MIAMI SHORES VILLAGE, FLORIDA; APPROVING THE RELEASE OF THE DECLARATION OF COVENANT, CONDITION AND RESTRICTION IN CONNECTION WITH THE PROPERTY LEGALLY DESCRIBED IN EXHIBIT “A”; PROVIDING FOR IMPLEMENTATION; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (STAFF: PLANNING & ZONING DIRECTOR). Village Clerk Rodriguez read the caption of the resolution into the record. Ms. Claudia Hasbun provided a brief overview of the item, indicating she received a request for release of covenant declaration concerning the property located at 9190 Biscayne Boulevard. Responding to Mayor Harris' inquiry, Ms. Johnston indicated the resolution does not conflict with the moratorium on commercial development because the request does not amend the Future Land Use Map nor is it considered a rezoning request. The requested change affects the existing property only. Village Clerk Rodriguez read eComments. Mr. Steven Zelkowitz, on behalf of the applicant, explained the request for release of declaration does not conflict with the moratorium on commercial development. Councilmember Wagar moved to approve the resolution and Councilmember Burch seconded the motion which carried a 4-0 voice vote. 10.B DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING PRIDE PARADE IN OCTOBER (SPONSORED BY: VICE MAYOR DANIEL MARINBERG). 5 Vice Mayor Marinberg pulled this item. 11) MANAGER'S REPORT Mr. Scott provided an update on operational matters. 12) ANNOUNCEMENTS Village Clerk Rodriguez read the announcements. 13) VILLAGE COUNCIL COMMENTS Vice Mayor Daniel Marinberg- Vice Mayor Marinberg announced and congratulated Tinta y Cafe who was awarded the coveted Michelin Bib Gourmand recognition. Councilmember Crystal Wagar- Councilmember Wagar spoke about Juneteenth celebration and Pride Month. Councilmember Alice Burch- Councilmember Burch spoke about the Egret cover, featuring Citizens of the Year and thanked the Greater Miami Shores Chamber of Commerce for recognizing educators. She further spoke about the Village Hall newsletter and asked staff to use a darker font. Mayor Sandra Harris- No comments. 14) ADJOURNMENT There being no further business before the Village Council, the meeting adjourned at 9:15 PM. DCS Applicants - Round 1 Voter Neil Kodsi Andrew Lemke Sadri Medina John Rosenquest Kathleen Villavicencio 1 Sandra Harris (SANDRAH 1 1 1 1 2 Daniel Marinberg (DANI 1 1 1 1 3 Crystal Wagar (CRYSTAL 1 1 1 1 4 Alice Burch (ALICEBURCH@MSVFL. GOV)1 1 1 1 Village Council Meeting Time: 06-21-22 18:30 eComments Report Meetings Meeting Time Agenda Items Comments Support Oppose Neutral Village Council 06-21-22 18:30 24 8 6 0 1 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 06-21-22 18:30 Agenda Name Comments Support Oppose Neutral 9.B) A RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF MIAMI SHORES VILLAGE, FLORIDA; APPROVING THE RELEASE OF THE DECLARATION OF COVENANT, CONDITION AND RESTRICTION IN CONNECTION WITH THE PROPERTY LEGALLY DESCRIBED IN EXHIBIT “A”; PROVIDING FOR IMPLEMENTATION; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (STAFF: PLANNING & ZONING DIRECTOR) 8 6 0 1 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 9.B) A RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF MIAMI SHORES VILLAGE, FLORIDA; APPROVING THE RELEASE OF THE DECLARATION OF COVENANT, CONDITION AND RESTRICTION IN CONNECTION WITH THE PROPERTY LEGALLY DESCRIBED IN EXHIBIT “A”; PROVIDING FOR IMPLEMENTATION; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (STAFF: PLANNING & ZONING DIRECTOR) Overall Sentiment Guest User Location: Submitted At: 2:02pm 06-21-22 I support the resolution because I would like to see something better at this property. Rick Bittner Guest User Location: Submitted At: 2:26pm 06-20-22 As a frequent visitor to Miami Shores - this agenda item is reasonable. Generally - the restrictions should be lifted to allow for something good. Guest User Location: Submitted At: 3:06pm 06-17-22 My name is Brenda Arce and I’m a resident at 2 NW 108thStreet. I’ve resided in Miami Shores for 4 years. I’m writing in support of Resolution 9b on the June 21stAgenda. I believe the Declaration of Covenant and Restriction in Connection with 9190 Biscayne Blvd should be released. Myself and my neighbors would love to see useful development of that property. Guest User Location: Submitted At: 7:23am 06-17-22 Thank you Guest User Location: Submitted At: 12:12pm 06-16-22 I believe a Chick Fila in the city of Miami Shores would be a great asset and excellent source of tax revenue for the city. The location on Biscayne Boulevard (currently the Bank of America building) would provide sufficient parking and allow the proper flow of traffic Guest User Location: Submitted At: 11:45am 06-16-22 My name is Ray Carabotta. I have been a Miami Shores resident for over 25 years. Im married with 2 children and will never leave this wonderful community. My entire family was thrilled to hear that Chick Fil A may be coming to our community. Chick Fil A runs their restaurants as a family business. Our community is very much made up of families. I honestly could not think of a better restaurant to replace the old dated Bank of America building. We have plenty of banks in the area including another bank of America and certainly do not need another. Please pass this resolution and welcome Chick Fil A to our community! This should be a no brainer!!! Guest User Location: Submitted At: 11:25am 06-16-22 I absolutely love this project! This community is in dire need of this type of retail! Guest User Location: Submitted At: 10:08am 06-16-22 I support the resolution approving the release of the declaration of covenent and restriction in connection with this property.