2022-07-19 Minutes1
MEETING MINUTES
JULY 19, 2022 6:30 PM 9900 NE 2ND AVENUE
1) CALL TO ORDER
Vice Mayor Marinberg called the meeting to order at 6:39 PM.
2) MOMENT OF SILENCE / PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3) ROLL CALL
PRESENT:
Vice Mayor Daniel Marinberg
Councilmember Alice Burch
Councilmember Katia Saint Fleur
Councilmember Crystal Wagar
Mayor Sandra Harris was absent.
ALSO PRESENT:
Village Attorneys Sarah Johnston and Chanae Wood
Village Clerk Ysabely Rodriguez
Village Manager Esmond Scott
4) PRESENTATIONS
4.A PROPOSED STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT PLAN PRESENTATION (PROVIDED BY: DR.
DALE HARTZ, BARRY UNIVERSITY.)
Mr. Scott provided opening remarks and turned the presentation over to Dr. Dale Hartz, Barry University
Strategic Team, who delivered a brief overview of the strategic plan and answered questions posed by
the Village Council. He indicated the purpose of the strategic plan is to create a unified plan that is
reviewed and updated periodically.
Individual Councilmembers thanked Dr. Hartz and the Barry University Team for their hard work.
Mr. Scott asked for Village Council consensus concerning the adoption of the Strategic Management
Plan with the proposed amendments and it was granted.
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5) PUBLIC COMMENTS
Robert Menge asked the Village Council to defer Comprehensive Plan amendment item to a later date
to allow for further public engagement and discussion regarding the proposed changes to the
comprehensive plan.
State Representative Dotie Joseph provided a legislative update and answered questions posed by the
Village Council.
Jesse Valinski spoke about the unique charm of Miami Shores and asked the Village Council to remain
vigilant of developers and investors who threaten the quality of life of Miami Shores residents.
Lauren Rangall spoke about how increased density does not threaten the character and charm of Miami
Shores Village. She further spoke about how there is an opportunity for controlled progress.
Max Wolfe Sturman spoke about how Miami Shores and Biscayne Park have a unique charm and asked
the Village Council to consider hosting additional workshops and public input opportunities.
Carmen Renick spoke about the complexity of the FLUM amendment and how the Village Council should
be amenable to preserving the charm of the Village.
Frederick Mueller spoke about the comprehensive plan process being rushed and asked for more
opportunities for public input before passing the item on first reading.
Nancy Dowson spoke about how the comprehensive plan should be presented to the electorate for a
vote due to its effect on the quality of life of residents.
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 21, 2022 VILLAGE COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES (STAFF:
VILLAGE CLERK).
Councilmember Burch moved to approve the June 21, 2022 Village Council Meeting Minutes and
Councilmember Wagar seconded the motion which carried a 4-0 voice vote.
6.B APPROVAL OF THE JUNE 28, 2022 JOINT COMPREHENSIVE PLAN WORKSHOP MINUTES
(STAFF: VILLAGE CLERK).
Councilmember Burch moved to approve the June 28, 2022 Joint Workshop Meeting Minutes and
Councilmember Wagar seconded the motion which carried a 4-0 voice vote.
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7) ORDINANCE(S) ON FIRST READING- PUBLIC HEARING
7.A AN ORDINANCE OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF MIAMI SHORES VILLAGE, FLORIDA,
AMENDING THE VILLAGE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN BY ADDING A PROPERTY RIGHTS
ELEMENT, PURSUANT TO SECTION 163.3177(6), FLORIDA STATUTES (2021); PROVIDING
FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR TRANSMITTAL; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS;
PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE (STAFF:
PLANNING & ZONING DIRECTOR).
Village Clerk Rodriguez read the caption of the ordinance into the record.
Ms. Claudia Hasbun, Planning & Zoning Director, provided a brief overview of the item, indicating this
new element must be adopted before the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity reviews
any other amendments to the Comprehensive Plan. By adopting this new element within the
Comprehensive Plan, the Village affirms its commitment to the protection of private property rights
and ensures that private property rights are considered in local decision-making.
Councilmember Burch moved to approve the ordinance on first reading and Councilmember Wagar
seconded the motion, which carried a 4-0 voice vote.
7.B AN ORDINANCE OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF MIAMI SHORES VILLAGE, FLORIDA,
AMENDING THE VILLAGE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN BY AMENDING THE FUTURE LAND USE
ELEMENT AND FUTURE LAND USE MAP (FLUM) FOR PROPERTIES LOCATED IN MIAMI
SHORES VILLAGE; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR TRANSMITTAL;
PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE (STAFF: PLANNING & ZONING DIRECTOR).
Village Clerk Rodriguez read the caption of the ordinance into the record.
Councilmember Burch read a letter into the record concerning the chronology of the comprehensive plan
amendment process. She further made a motion for the item to be tabled time certain. Village Clerk
Rodriguez sought clarification and Councilmember Burch clarified the motion, which is to table the item.
Discussion ensued regarding the process and the breadth of public engagement with respect to the
comprehensive plan update. The motion failed due to a lack of second.
Mr. Scott read a letter regarding the chronology of the FLUM amendment comprehensive plan process,
naming the various public engagement efforts, involvement and input from the Sustainability & Resiliency
Committee, Historic Preservation Board, Planning Board, and Village Council.
Mr. Scott thanked Calvin Giordano & Associates (CGA) consultants, Silvia Vargas and Alex David, for
their hard work and diligence.
Ms. Hasbun provided an overview of the item, indicating if approved, staff will be sending amendments
and supporting documents to a list of required reviewing agencies and to the Department of Economic
Opportunities (DEO) as required by state law. Once DEO has completed its review of the Village’s
Comprehensive Plan amendments, it will issue an Objection, Recommendations and Comments (ORC)
report detailing any outstanding issues. Ms. Hasbun clarified there is an opportunity to host a workshop
between first and second reading, but not before the ORC process in order to provide the Village Council
and residents with an opportunity to provide public input regarding such comments.
Mr. Alex David, CGA representative, provided input regarding the concurrency requirement. Mr. David
expressed his discomfort with providing a concurrency analysis at this time given that certain standards
related to solid waste and transportation have not been reviewed in quite some time and are not part of
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the scope of services CGA was tasked to perform. Nonetheless, it is Mr. David’s recommendation for the
Village to review those standards.
Councilmember Wagar asked for clarification regarding the density factor affecting the mixed use
category. Mr. David explained CGA’s recommendations regarding density are based on Council input
and common standards established within the Village. Ms. Hasbun explained thirty (30) dwelling units
per gross acre is a better reflection of the density for the Village than (thirty-one) 31 dwelling units per
acre.
Discussion ensued regarding prospective changes to the comprehensive plan. There was consensus to
include the following text amendments to the comprehensive plan:
- FUTURE LAND USE ELEMENT GOAL (Lines 154-155): include the term “residential” before
“community character” in the sentence structure.
- POLICY 1.2; MIXED USE (Lines 222-223): Strikethrough the term “main street” and replace with
“Mixed Use Downtown Miami Shores Sub-designation” throughout the entire document to reflect
accordingly.
Vice Mayor Marinberg called for a brief recess at 7:55 PM.
Vice Mayor Marinberg resumed the meeting at 8:01 PM.
- POLICY 1.2; MIXED USE; Corridor Sub-Designation (Lines 308-310): Remove the language related
to “capitalizing on the proximity of the anticipated commuter rail station of Miami-Dade County’s
SMART PLAN at 79th Street.”
- Designate that all office spaces be at second-floor and above throughout the document.
- RESTRICTED COMMERCIAL; Line 351- Under restricted commercial section, strike through the
terms “and support” before “nearby housing.”
- Lines 388 and 712- to read “Miami Shores Country Club and Golf Course.”
- Line 728-73 (Policy 6.1 & 6.2): correct language to reflect Historic Preservation Board.
Councilmember Burch reminded the Village Council that they voted to uphold staff’s recommendation
to not allow the Historic Preservation board to review demolition applications to determine whether
the property has any historic significance. The Village Attorneys were asked to review the minutes
related to such matter.
- POLICY 1.2; SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL (Line 178): Include language that clarifies the land use
designation is not restricted to single-family properties only.
- POLICY 1.2; MIXED USE; Include language referencing the three distinct sub-designations that
provide different levels of Mixed Use, as described in the following pages. Specific types of retail,
service, office and auto-related uses that may be permitted, conditioned, or prohibited in each sub-
designation are defined in the Zoning Code.
Attorney Johnston clarified civic uses include religious institutions.
Discussion ensued regarding the following:
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- For prospective zoning code (Appendix A) amendment meetings to include eComments, ample public
input, and for the supporting documentation concerning the proposed zoning code amendments and
Comprehensive Plan text amendments to be published at least two weeks in advance. There was
consensus amongst the Village Council.
-Line 186: Vice Mayor Marinberg noted there is a multifamily property that has forty-seven (47)
dwelling unit per gross acres. Ms. Hasbun spoke about creating a vested rights policy and creating a
vested rights option. There was consensus to include a vested rights option for the non-conforming
property.
-Lines 244-285-286-326: recommended for the removal of auto-related uses and for it to be defined.
Village Attorney Johnston advised further research would need to be conducted regarding vested
rights and its effect on such line items before it is amended. Ms. Hasbun clarified the zoning code
would be the appropriate document to include definitions.
-POLICY 1.2; MIXED USE; Neighborhood Sub-designation: Discussion ensued regarding the
importance of defining acceptable uses for ground level properties in the Downtown District.
Councilmember Burch referenced the Downtown District Design Manual.
-Responding to Councilmember Burch, Ms. Hasbun and Ms. Wood clarified all traffic control devices,
such as permanent closures, fall under the exclusive jurisdiction of Miami-Dade County.
- Revisiting density when the EAR is reviewed, adding aspirational language concerning off-street
parking requirement payment fund if not included in the scope of the project.
- Re-designating the parking use for village owned parking spot from parking land use designation to
institutional.
-Include language referencing the art in public places public benefit contribution in excess of the
required contribution amount in the comprehensive plan.
-Village Attorney Johnston clarified when removing uses that are currently allowed the Village will
need to conduct an analysis to determine what you may be prohibiting. Therefore, such changes
should not be voted upon at this time.
-Lines 527-532: language “targeting incentives redevelopment and renewal.”
Individual Councilmember thanked the Planning Board for the level of detail in their discussions and
recommendations regarding the proposed Comprehensive Plan amendments.
Discussion ensued regarding proposed changes to the Future Land Use Map (FLUM). Ms. Hasbun
explained the color scheme of the FLUM was changed after the Planning Board Special Meeting in
response to a resident’s input regarding confusion with colors schemes that are similar.
Vice Mayor Marinberg asked about the rezoning and FLUM application regarding the NE 105 Street and
Biscayne Boulevard in relation to the designation of contiguous properties to the north.
Vice Mayor Marinberg opened the public hearing.
Mary Ross Agosta spoke about the importance of the Village acquiring everyone's email address to
help inform the public. She further spoke about the property value implication and costs associated
with sewage, electricity, traffic, and code enforcement should density increase. She further spoke
about the importance of civic discourse.
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Maria McGuiness spoke about the Village failing to comply with Chapter 163, F.S. and further spoke
about the Village not affording the public maximum opportunity for public participation.
Carol Eannace Respondek thanked the Village Council for going through the Comprehensive Plan in a
thorough manner. She asked for all of the proposed amendments to the Comprehensive Plan to be
posted on the Village website and further spoke about the importance of the concurrency study.
Janet Goodman spoke about how the prioritization of mixed-use development was incorporated in the
document as opposed to the prioritization of existing residents.
Nancy Dowson spoke about the importance of including descriptive language regarding parking in the
Comprehensive Plan.
Carmen Renick asked about the definition of affordable housing and further asked about density.
Steve Zawadzkas spoke about the assessed value of properties sold in 2021. He further disagreed with
the notion that the golf course is considered a park.
Debbie Madsen spoke about not having access to the document that was presented to the Village
Council. She further asked the Village Council to listen to the residents and asked for the opportunity to
provide additional public input.
Vice Mayor Marinberg closed the public hearing.
Regarding the next course of action, should the item pass on first reading, Mr. David stated he would
have ten days to revise the document and for such document to submitted to the DEO and the various
agencies for review. This is called the state coordinated process and these agencies have 60 days to
comment. If there are ORC, the document will have to be reviewed for further amendments and brought
back to the Village Council for adoption.
Vice Mayor Marinberg moved to approve the ordinance on first reading as amended with the
understanding that a copy of the approved changes will be made available to the residents immediately.
Councilmember Saint Fleur seconded the motion, which failed with a 2-2 voice vote. Councilmembers
Burch and Wagar voted in opposition.
No further action was taken regarding this item.
7.C AN ORDINANCE OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF MIAMI SHORES VILLAGE, FLORIDA,
AMENDING THE VILLAGE CODE OF ORDINANCES CHAPTER 6, “BUILDINGS AND
BUILDING REGULATIONS,” SECTION 6-7, “SAME-FEES,” TO REMOVE THE BUILDING
PERMIT FEES FROM THE CODE OF ORDINANCES AND PROVIDE THAT THE BUILDING
PERMIT FEE SCHEDULE SHALL BE ADOPTED BY RESOLUTION; PROVIDING FOR
SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR INCLUSION IN THE CODE; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS;
AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE (STAFF: BUILDING OFFICIAL).
Village Clerk Rodriguez read the captions of the ordinance and resolution (Item 9A) into the record.
Building Official, Ismael Naranjo, provided a brief overview of the item, requesting the Village Council’s
support to remove the building permit fees from the Code of Ordinances and provide that the building fee
schedule be adopted by resolution.
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Councilmember Burch asked for a “special projects meeting” definition to be included in the exhibit
associated with the resolution. Responding to Councilmember Burch, Mr. Naranjo inidicated said fees
do not apply to residents.
Councilmember Burch moved to approve the ordinance on first reading and Councilmember Wagar
seconded the motion which carried a 3/0 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 24, “ART IN
PUBLIC PLACES” ARTICLE I, “ART IN PUBLIC PLACES PROGRAM,” SECTIONS 24-1
THROUGH 24-13 TO PROVIDE REGULATIONS FOR THE ART IN PUBLIC PLACES
PROGRAM; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR INCLUSION IN THE CODE;
PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (STAFF:
RECREATION DIRECTOR).
Village Clerk Rodriguez read the caption of the ordinance into the record.
Recreation Director, Ms. Angela Dorney, provided a brief overview, indicating Village staff was tasked
with reviewing the average square footage of commercial properties recently renovated to
determine the average size of nonresidential development in the village. This ordinance was
amended to reflect the average square footage of recent commercial development lowering the
proposed threshold for projects required to contribute to the art in public place fund from the
proposed 20,000 sq. ft. to 7,500 sq. ft.
Vice Mayor Marinberg opened the public hearing and subsequently closed it after the Village Clerk read
eComments into the record. No one present offered public comments regarding this item.
Vice Mayor Marinberg asked staff to include language indicating where the master plan may be found,
such as the village website or village clerk’s office.
Councilmember Burch suggested lowering the proposed threshold for projects required to contribute to
the art in public place fund from the proposed 20,000 sq. ft. to 10,000 sq. ft. There was consensus
amongst the Village Council to amend the ordinance by lowering the threshold to 10,000 sq. ft. instead
of 7,500 sq. ft.
Vice Mayor Marinberg recommended for the ordinance to clarify that Village Council approval is needed
for Fine Arts Commission expenditures that exceed $10,000.
Vice Mayor Marinberg recommended for the ordinance to reflect annual basis as of October 1 for CPI
calculations.
Vice Mayor Marinberg recommended adding Section C to indicate the use of any funds held in the Arts
and Public Places trust would count towards any dollars that the Village is obligated to spend on public
art.
There was consensus amongst the Village Council regarding the above-referenced amendments.
Councilmember Wagar moved to adopt the ordinance as amended and Councilmember Burch seconded
the motion, which carried a 3-0 voice vote.
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9)RESOLUTION(S)
9.A A RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF MIAMI SHORES VILLAGE, FLORIDA,
ADOPTING THE BUILDING PERMIT FEE SCHEDULE; PROVIDING FOR IMPLEMENTATION,
AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE (STAFF: BUILDING OFFICIAL).
Village Clerk Rodriguez read the caption of the resolution into the record.
Councilmember Burch moved to approve the resolution as amended and Councilmember Wagar
seconded the motion which carried a 3/0 voice vote.
9.B A RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF MIAMI SHORES VILLAGE, FLORIDA,
DETERMINING THE PROPOSED MILLAGE RATE, AND THE DATE, TIME AND PLACE FOR
THE FIRST AND SECOND PUBLIC HEARINGS AS REQUIRED BY LAW; DIRECTING THE
VILLAGE CLERK AND VILLAGE MANAGER TO FILE THIS RESOLUTION, IF REQUIRED,
WITH THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PROPERTY APPRAISER; AUTHORIZING THE VILLAGE
MANAGER TO CHANGE THE BUDGET HEARING DATES IF NEEDED; AND PROVIDING FOR
AN EFFECTIVE DATE (STAFF: FINANCE DIRECTOR).
Village Clerk Rodriguez read the caption of the resolution into the record.
Ms. Holly Hugdahl, Finance Director, indicated the purpose of the item is to set the maximum millage
rate.
Responding to Vice Mayor Marinberg, Ms. Hugdahl indicated there is no need to increase the millage
rate at this time.
Councilmember W agar moved to approve the resolution and Councilmember Burch seconded the
motion, which carried a 4-0 voice vote.
Councilmember Saint Fleur departed the meeting at 10:48 PM.
9.C A RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF MIAMI SHORES VILLAGE, FLORIDA,
APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE VILLAGE MANAGER OR DESIGNEE TO EXPEND
GRANT AND UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FEDERAL FORFEITURE FUNDS
FOR THE PURCHASE FROM AXON ENTERPRISE, INC. FOR BODY WORN CAMERAS, IN
CAR VIDEO CAMERAS, AND RELATED EQUIPMENT, IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED
$648,290.01; PROVIDING THE VILLAGE MANAGER WITH THE AUTHORITY TO DO ALL
THINGS NECESSARY TO EFFECTUATE THIS RESOLUTION; PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE. (STAFF: CHIEF OF POLICE)
Village Clerk Rodriguez read the caption of the resolution into the record.
Chief David Golt provided a brief overview of the item and asked for Village Council support with respect
to authorizing the Village Manager to expend forfeiture funds for the above-referenced purposes.
Chief Golt clarified incremental payments will be made throughout a five-year period.
Vice Mayor Marinberg opened public comments.
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Jesse Valinski spoke in opposition to body worn cameras (BWC) due to privacy concerns and asked
questions regarding public record disclosure requirements concerning video footage associated with
BWCs and related equipment.
Councilmember Wagar spoke about requesting the use of BWCs back in 2018.
Councilmember Wagar moved to approve the resolution and Councilmember Burch seconded the motion
which carried a 3/0 voice vote.
10)DISCUSSION & POSSIBLE ACTION ITEMS
10.A DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING DOWNTOWN BUSINESS DISTRICT
WORKSHOP FOR SEPTEMBER (SPONSORED BY: VICE MAYOR DANIEL MARINBERG).
Vice Mayor Marinberg provided opening remarks and requested Village staff to host a public workshop
for residents and the business community in the Downtown District in September in response to the
strategic plan survey, which highlighted the importance of Downtown District revitalization. Vice Mayor
Marinberg specifically requested Village staff to contact the business owners in the Downtown District
to participate in discussions about the vision for said District.
Individual Councilmembers expressed their support for said public workshop. There was consensus to
direct the Village Manager to coordinate a Downtown Business District Workshop in September.
No further action was taken.
10.B DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING LOWERING THE PROPOSED MILLAGE
RATE (SPONSORED BY: MAYOR SANDRA HARRIS).
In Mayor Harris’ absence, Councilmember Burch co-sponsored the item and advocated for the Village
Manager to lower the proposed millage rate.
Village Manager Scott explained Mayor Harris sponsored the item, thereby requesting for a greater
millage rate reduction and public input on such matter.
Village Manager Scott indicated reducing the millage rate to 7.8 provides approximately a $34.95 reprieve
to each household and it is a financial position that the Village can support.
There was consensus to direct the Village Manager to structure the FY22-23 budget to reflect a 7.8
millage rate.
There were no public comments offered regarding this item.
No further action was taken.
10.C DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING DISASTER MANAGEMENT - PUBLIC
WORKS SITE DEBRIS STORAGE (STAFF: VILLAGE MANAGER).
Village Manager Scott introduced the item, indicating it is in response to a Village Council directive during
the April 19, 2022 Village Council Meeting. Village Manager Scott thanked Mr. Lazaro Remond,
Code Compliance Director, for using his technical expertise to devise the interactive presentation.
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Mr. Christopher Miranda, Public Works Director, delivered the presentation and answered questions
posed by the Village Council.
Mr. Miranda indicated that he conducted a collaborative study with input from debris haulers, regulatory
agencies, and neighboring municipalities regarding what happens to debris before and after a
natural disaster event.
Mr. Miranda reported Miami Shores Village currently has two sites that have been approved by regulatory
agencies. It costs the Village approximately $40,000 per annum to maintain the Public Works
compound.
Mr. Scott indicated interested parties have proffered various prospects for said land, such as affordable
housing development, leasing the property, or splitting the property.
Responding to Vice Mayor Marinberg’s inquiry regarding possible impairments to the operations of Public
Works and other functions should a majority of the property be leased, Mr. Scott indicated there are none
based on the discussions he has entertained. Mr. Scott further clarified his primary focus is the operations
of the Village.
Mr. Scott mentioned the possibility exists to lease a portion of the land and for prospective lessees to
build a new Public Works structure in addition to the business venture that is negotiated should the Village
Council opt to do so.
There was consensus to direct the Village Manager to proceed with exploratory work and solicit letters
of interest with respect to leasing, sub-leasing, or splitting the Miami Shores Public Works property for
any of the approved uses for BU-2.
No further action was taken.
11) MANAGER'S REPORT
Village Manager Scott provided an update on operational matters.
12) ANNOUNCEMENTS
Village Clerk Rodriguez read the announcements into the record.
13) VILLAGE COUNCIL COMMENTS
Vice Mayor Marinberg acknowledged the letter he received from a resident concerning the break-in of
20 vehicles in Miami Shores and spoke about the importance of curtailing such issues in the future.
Councilmember Burch- No comments
Councilmember Wagar- No comments.
Councilmember Saint Fleur- Absent
Mayor Sandra Harris – Absent
14) ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business before the Village Council, the meeting adjourned at 12:01 AM.
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eComments Report
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Agenda Name Comments Support Oppose Neutral
4.A) PROPOSED STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT PLAN PRESENTATION
(PROVIDED BY: DR. DALE HARTZ, BARRY UNIVERSITY.)
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5) PUBLIC COMMENTS 3 1 0 1
7.A) AN ORDINANCE OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF MIAMI SHORES
VILLAGE, FLORIDA, AMENDING THE VILLAGE COMPREHENSIVE
PLAN BY AMENDING THE FUTURE LAND USE ELEMENT AND
FUTURE LAND USE MAP (FLUM) FOR PROPERTIES LOCATED IN
MIAMI SHORES VILLAGE; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY;
PROVIDING FOR TRANSMITTAL; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS;
PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE (STAFF: PLANNING & ZONING DIRECTOR).
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10.A) DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING
DOWNTOWN BUSINESS DISTRICT WORKSHOP FOR SEPTEMBER
(SPONSORED BY: VICE MAYOR DANIEL MARINBERG).
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Agenda Item: eComments for 4.A) PROPOSED STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT PLAN PRESENTATION (PROVIDED BY: DR. DALE
HARTZ, BARRY UNIVERSITY.)
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Guest User
Location:
Submitted At: 11:18am 07-19-22
Richard M. Fernandez
Resident of Miami Shores
It is my opinion concerning the Strategic Plan considerations, that it was ill advised of the council to engage Barry
University as a consultant. Barry is a non-profit corporate citizen. It has a substantial interest in Miami Shores and
clearly has taken a Barry first approach over the years and has been politely in conflict with MSV. It pays no taxes
while receiving services. The lead on this is an academic only recently relocated to our area who works for Barry.
Do you think any conclusion would be contrary to a Barry first agenda versus an MSV first agenda? To engage
Barry University as the consultant in this matter is the classic example of a conflict of interest or the fox watching
the hen house. The result will be biased.
Guest User
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Submitted At: 10:44am 07-14-22
Susan Ackley, Fine Arts Commission, Chair. 1119 NE 99th St.,
Unfortunately, I'm unable to attend this evening's meeting but want to urge council to pass the new Miami Shores
Fine Arts Commission's Art in Public Places program protocols and procedures ordinance,
It will codify the protocols and provide respectful procedures for all parties, the Village, artists and board.
It also provides accountability and a formal, respectful presence of Miami Shores Village's program in the overall
South Florida Arts Community.
Thank you for your continued enthusiasm and support of Miami Shores Fine Arts Commission's Art in Public
Places Program.
Agenda Item: eComments for 5) PUBLIC COMMENTS
Overall Sentiment
Guest User
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Submitted At: 11:55am 07-19-22
Good evening. I wanted to thank the village for partnering with the Chamber and supporting the Business
Development Roundtable & 5 Week Bootcamp. This was an incredible program for anyone interested in starting a
business AND the seasoned entrepreneur. The program covered everything from funding to government
contracts and everything in between.
Business owners often get caught wearing so many different hats that they lose track of what is working and what
need isn't. This bootcamp series was a great way to remind us all of what it takes to successfully run a business
and how to get help when things need improving. I think all who attended went away with valuable information.
This is a great program to host yearly. Thank you, Kim Flower, owner Flight Wine Lounge 9711 NE 2nd Ave,
Miami Shores
Guest User
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Submitted At: 8:55am 07-16-22
With such a long agenda, I request public comments at the meeting be lengthened to three minutes. Thank you
Guest User
Location:
Submitted At: 11:30am 07-15-22
Stephanie Daniel
Miami Shores resident.
Please conduct a study to determine impacts- schools, traffic, police, water/sewer, etc BEFORE approving zoning
changes. Progress is important, but proper progress is more important. We do not want to be overbuilt and
adversely impact our infrastructure.
Agenda Item: eComments for 7.A) AN ORDINANCE OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF MIAMI SHORES VILLAGE, FLORIDA,
AMENDING THE VILLAGE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN BY AMENDING THE FUTURE LAND USE ELEMENT AND FUTURE LAND
USE MAP (FLUM) FOR PROPERTIES LOCATED IN MIAMI SHORES VILLAGE; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING
FOR TRANSMITTAL; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE
DATE (STAFF: PLANNING & ZONING DIRECTOR).
Overall Sentiment
Mary Benton
Location:
Submitted At: 3:00pm 07-19-22
I am very much in favor of the Comprehensive Plan and Future Land Use Map being aligned with the Florida
Race to Zero action plan that will be developed as a result of the scholarship that MSV received. Mary Benton,
10108 NE 1st Ave.
Guest User
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Submitted At: 2:54pm 07-19-22
I am currently opposed to amending the Village comprehensive plan by amending the future land use element
and future land use map (flum). Strong community begins and ends with something you can not fake: trust! Have
we had enough time to digest what was proposed at the lengthy Zoning meeting 4 business days ago? We are in
the midst of peak summer-vacations, many residents are out of town and may not even know what has
transpired. Decisions being made today will affect Miami Shores Village for many years to come. Please take time
to review the proposed plan and educate the residents. Education is the premise for progress. Why is this being
rushed through? Can I trust this is being done for the benefit of Miami Shores Village residents? Thank you,
Marilyn Charles
Guest User
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Submitted At: 2:09pm 07-19-22
Ruth Kettaneh
As a concerned citizen these proposals will change the density of the village as we live in it now.
There is no benefit in these proposals that would make our village any better.
The village is not about growth but sustainability and quality of life.
Dana Sherman
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Submitted At: 2:04pm 07-19-22
I am against this ordinance. Why are we just hearing about this now? I feel this has been done without proper
investigation. How will this impact the village? How much more traffic can we deal with? Miami Shores is a village,
we are not Aventura. You talk about expanding the Downtown area...how many businesses have left because of
outrageous rent increases? I am thankful that concerned citizens have alerted us. I oppose! D. Sherman
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Submitted At: 1:20pm 07-19-22
Good evening,
I would like to record my strong opposition to any changes to our zoning regulation that will result in a significant
increase to the population density of Miami Shores proper. I question how this would specifically benefit our
residents and the unforseen impacts to services, voting patterns, crime, traffic or otherwise. Having followed other
similiar initiatives nationwide by HUD, I remain suspicious of ulterior motives or agendas at work and caution our
residence to the potential for accelerated change that may follow such an amendment. We have a beautifuI and
organically diverse community worthy of its preservation as is, I urge you to oppose any such zoning changes.
Respectfully,
Carl F. Paulsen Jr.
Miami Shores, Fl
Lynn Marinello Franzosa
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Submitted At: 12:17pm 07-19-22
My family and I have lived in Miami Shores for more than 50 years and have seen our village thrive. The Village
is beautiful. We have wonderful schools and churches and the housing prices have increased dramatically over
the last 20 years. We are now at a breaking point with the infrastructure and the rate of accidents on the major
roadways (Miami, 2nd and 6th avenues, and Biscayne Blvd) has increased many fold. Anyone who lives on or
near these roadways can attest that the traffic causes congestion. We cannot support support any increase in
the population in our village. I do not support any development that would or could increase the traffic volume,
which would include adding more mixed use development.
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Submitted At: 9:38am 07-19-22
John Dunlap
I currently oppose amending the Village comprehensive plan by amending the FLUM (Future Land Use Map). It
would be irresponsible to amend the FLUM without the proper studies to determine the impact on the Village.
When you see items being pushed through an agenda that has not been properly vetted or studied it makes one
wonder if there are ulterior motives. So let’s take a step back, study the issue and it’s impacts positive and
negative. Share these results with the residents of the village and let them decide how to proceed with the FLUM.
It is the responsibility of the council to educate, guide, and inform the Village residents. The residents will decide
what’s in their best interests. Let’s use some common sense and and sound judgement and secure the proper
impact studies before proceeding with changes to the FLUM. Thank you!
Daniel Brady
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Submitted At: 7:09am 07-19-22
As a member of the Planning and Zoning Board I would like to take a few minutes to discuss the Comp Plan
approved by the P&G last Wednesday, July 13th. First, the area of 150th Street west of Biscayne Boulevard was
returned to Multifamily as strongly recommended by the consultants hired by the village to develop the plan. That
use would prohibit a gas station from being built on the site.
Secondly, nearly 94 percent of property in Miami Shores remains zoned as single family residences. Not aa
single piece of property zoned single family was changed to any other zoning.
The comp plan created three mixed use districts. These district are designed to allow for a combination of
retail/commercial and residential use. Thought not required, it is assumed that most of the residential will be
multifamily. The three districts are Main Street (NE 2nd Avenue), Neighborhood (the area west of Barry College),
and Biscayne Corridor (Biscayne from 87th to 92nd street – this area is also included in the Miami Dade Transit
corridor).
Downtown redevelopment has been a priority for every Village Councils for the past 15 years (one of the reasons
for the sewer line along NE 2nd Avenue and usually identified as a community priority in most surveys of the
Village. The Biscayne Corridor is included in the Miami Dade County Transit Corridor which encourages mix use
in support of transit development. In both of these district there is little vacant land, and the probability of large
scale development is low.
The area west of Barry University is thirty acre site of undeveloped land. There appears to be a belief that Barry
University is in the process of (or has) sold the property to a developer who had some point will develop the land.
To the best of my knowledge no such plan has been formally submitted to the Village.
The actual zoning requirements for these sites will be contained in a revised zoning code, which will speak to
height of buildings, density, setbacks, lot coverage (FAR) landscaping, all the type of things that are currently
regulated by the zoning code.
Two other things, a) there is no suggestion or requirement in the Comp Plan that the height of building on NE 2nd
Avenue should be three to five stories, the only mention of the Miami Shores Country Club was the change the
language from golf course to country club in the Comp Plan.
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Submitted At: 12:09am 07-19-22
Cathleen Charles
I do not support the council moving forward with amending the comprehensive Plan and FLUM prior to
conducting necessary studies that will impact the proposed changes to the Plan and FLUM will have on our
Village public services and any increase to the population of our community. I have lived in this beautiful Village of
Miami Shores for over 40 years, it is one of the best places to live in Miami-Dade county. Historically it has been a
very family-friendly diversified community. I would like to know how this will benefit the residents?
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Submitted At: 2:13pm 07-18-22
As a member of the Planning and Zoning Board I would like to take a few minutes to discuss the Comp Plan
approved by the P&G last Wednesday, July 13th. First, the area of 150th Street west of Biscayne Boulevard was
returned to Multifamily as strongly recommended by the consultants hired by the village to develop the plan. That
use would prohibit a gas station from being built on the site.
Secondly, nearly 94 percent of property in Miami Shores remains zoned as single family residences. Not aa
single piece of property zoned single family was changed to any other zoning.
The comp plan created three mixed use districts. These district are designed to allow for a combination of
retail/commercial and residential use. Thought not required, it is assumed that most of the residential will be
multifamily. The three districts are Main Street (NE 2nd Avenue), Neighborhood (the area west of Barry College),
and Biscayne Corridor (Biscayne from 87th to 92nd street – this area is also included in the Miami Dade Transit
corridor).
Downtown redevelopment has been a priority for every Village Councils for the past 15 years (one of the reasons
for the sewer line along NE 2nd Avenue and usually identified as a community priority in most surveys of the
Village. The Biscayne Corridor is included in the Miami Dade County Transit Corridor which encourages mix use
in support of transit development. In both of these district there is little vacant land, and the probability of large
scale development is low.
The area west of Barry University is thirty acre site of undeveloped land. There appears to be a belief that Barry
University is in the process of (or has) sold the property to a developer who had some point will develop the land.
To the best of my knowledge no such plan has been formally submitted to the Village.
The actual zoning requirements for these sites will be contained in a revised zoning code, which will speak to
height of buildings, density, setbacks, lot coverage (FAR) landscaping, all the type of things that are currently
regulated by the zoning code..
Two other things, a) there is no suggestion or requirement in the Comp Plan that the height of building on NE 2nd
Avenue should be three to five stories, the only mention of the Miami Shores Country Club was the change the
language from golf course to country club in the Comp Plan
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Submitted At: 8:04am 07-18-22
Marilyn Charles
I oppose the proposed Comp plan and FLUM amendments. Miami Shores already has a downtown on NE 2nd
Ave. We do not need another one on Biscayne Blvd. Intentionally discouraging parking in the 3 new mixed use
areas is not age-friendly. Public transit is not an option for me and other elderly residents.
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Submitted At: 12:49pm 07-17-22
Florida Statutes Chapter 163.3177(1)(f) states that “…plan amendments shall be based upon relevant and
appropriate data and an analysis by the local government that may include, but not be limited to, surveys, studies,
community goals and vision, and other data available at the time of adoption of the comprehensive plan or plan
amendment. To be based on data means to react to it in an appropriate way and to the extent necessary
indicated by the data available on that particular subject at the time of adoption of the plan or plan amendment at
issue.” Moreover, Florida Statutes chapter 163.3177(1)(f)(3)States “the comprehensive plan shall be based upon
permanent and seasonal population estimates and projections…” Additionally, chapter 163.3177(6)(a)(2) states
“the future land use plan and plan amendments shall be based upon surveys, studies, and data regarding the
area, including: […] The projected permanent and seasonal population of the area, [and] the availability of water
supplies, public facilities, and services. Finally, chapter 163.3177(6)(a)(8) states “Future land use map
amendments shall be based upon […] An analysis of the availability of facilities and services.” The only
population data analyzed was the 2010 and 2020 populations, which showed a very minor growth of population.
There have been no future population studies conducted. There has been no population growth projection to
support the need for 2800 new residential units in Miami Shores Village and the corresponding number of new
residents. There has been no analysis of whether the water supply, public facilities and services of Miami Shores
Village can support an increase in density of this scale. The law is clear as to the legal requirements for
amending the comprehensive plan and the process here has not met those requirements. The Consultant
admitted at the Planning and Zoning hearing that these studies were not conducted. If approved, this amendment
will be in violation of the statute and more importantly have the potential to dramatically and negatively impact the
levels of public services in this community and thereby affecting our quality of life. Please consider following the
law and conducting the appropriate studies to ensure the growth of this community will preserve, promote,
protect, and improve the quality of life, public health and safety of our residents.
Agenda Item: eComments for 10.A) DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING DOWNTOWN BUSINESS DISTRICT
WORKSHOP FOR SEPTEMBER (SPONSORED BY: VICE MAYOR DANIEL MARINBERG).
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Submitted At: 12:04pm 07-19-22
Very excited to finally see this item on the agenda. The Downtown Miami Shores Merchants Collective is happy to
participate in anyway possible. Some of the items to discuss should include: improved lighting & signage,
improved sidewalks and landscaping, trash and landscape maintenance, partnerships with the Village for easier
permitting & signage requirements, a marquee for our wonderful theatre, traffic calming, erc.
There are lots of ways to improve the look and feel of our downtown BUT we need to give people a reason to
come to our downtown. The Village should also market and promote its downtown to draw people in from other
areas of Miami. Coral Gables does this very well and, on a smaller scale, The Citadel and Ebb & Flow do it very
well for their businesses. Thank you Vice-Mayor Marinberg for finally bringing this to the table! We are here to
help. - Kim Flower, owner Flight Wine Lounge, downtown Miami Shores
Denise Hotze
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Submitted At: 8:25pm 07-18-22
As a resident and business owner of Paradise Beach Gelato, I am super thankful for the Business workshop
offered by the MS Village and Chamber of Commerce last June.. This program helps us grow our businesses,
navigate the latest updates on marketing strategies and collaborate with other business owners in our Village.
There is so much more to learn and it would be great for more business owners/managers to join.
Denise Hotze