City of Miami City Hall 3500 Pan American Drive Miami, FL. 33133 www.mamgov.com  OF  LORIDP Meeting Minutes Thursday, September 26, 2024  9:00 AM  City Commission Meeting  City Hall  City Commission Francis X. Suarez, Mayor Christine King, Chair, District Five Joe Carollo, Vice Chair, District Three Miguel Angel Gabela, Commissioner, District One Damian Pardo, Commissioner, District Two Manolo Reyes, Commissioner, District Four Arthur Noriega, V, City Manager George K. Wysong III, City Attorney Todd B. Hannon, City Clerk    City Commission 9:00AM  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE  Present: Chairwoman King, Vice Chair Carollo, Commissioner Gabela, Commissioner On the 26th day of September 2024, the City Commission of the City of Miami, Florida, met at its regular meeting place in City Hall, 3500 Pan American Drive, Miami, Florida, in regular session. The Commission Meeting was called to order by Chairwoman King at 9:36 a.., recessed at 12:19 p.m., reconvened at 4:00 p.m., recessed at 4:03 p.m., reconvened at Note for the Record: Commissioner Carollo entered the Commission chambers at 10:10 a.., and Commissioner Reyes entered the Commission chambers at 11:31 a.m.  Pardo and Commissioner Reyes  5:08 p.m. and adjourned at 5:19! p.m.  ALSO. PRESENT: Arthur Noriega, V, City Manager George K. Wysong III, City Attorney Todd B. Hannon, City Clerk  Chair King: At this time, we are, going to begin our meeting with prayer. Father. Rolle is here from St. Agnes Episcopal Church. Is that right? St. Agnes Episcopal Church. Historic St. Agnes Episcopal Church, located in Overtown. He is going to bless us with prayer today for  our meeting. Denrick. Rolle: Please stand. Invocation delivered.  Chair King: Thank you. Commissioner. Pardo, would you) join usj for the Pledge ofA Allegiance?  Pledge of Allegiance delivered. Chair King: Thank you.  City of Miami  Page 1  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  PR-PRESENTATIONS AND PROCLAMATIONS  PR.1 16734  PROTOCOL ITEM Honoree  Presenter  Protocol Item Proclamation Key to the City Key to the City Recognition  Coconut Grove Crisis Food Pantry Mayor and Commissioners  Emilio Estefan Amara Lal Negra Monty Trainer  Mayor and Commissioners Mayor and Commissioners Mayor and Commissioners  RESULT:  PRESENTED  Chair King: Good morning, everyone. Thank youj for showing up to our City of Miami Commission meeting. for September 26th. I wanted to make an announcement to let you know we are going to begin shortly. I'm just waiting for one more of my colleagues who isn't here as yet, and then we'll get going. But I'm sO happy to. see all of you here advocating on behalf ofs your issues. And as soon as my other colleague  joins us, we will get started.. Apologies for the delay.  [Later..]  Chair King: Good morning again. We are, going to get. started with our recognitions and proclamations for this morning's meeting. We're excited. We are celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month and as such, I'd like to: say happy Hispanic Heritage Month. (FOREIGN LANGUAGE). My Spanish is small but I'm learning (FOREIGN  LANGUAGE). Applause.  Chair King: II learn something new every day. I get better and better, and. II love being able to communicate in a second language. Every day I learn that there's so much more to learn. But again, welcome to our City of Miami Commission meeting for September 26th, 2024. Iam going to hand the mic over to our mayor, who is going to  kick off our presentations. Presentations made.  Mayor Suarez and Commissioners presented a Proclamation to commend and celebrate the Coconut Grove Crisis Food Pantry celebrating 40: years of working to ensure that no one in the community goes hungry. Since its inception at Christ Episcopal in 1984, the Coconut Grove Crisis Food Pantry has been a beacon of hope and compassion, tirelessly serving individuals and families. The Coconut Grove Crisis Food Pantry's mission is to improve the lives of those in need by providing essential food resources. Their work reinforces the bonds of our diverse community and supports a caring environment to those facing. food insecurity. The Coconut Grove Crisis Food Pantry staffed by dedicated volunteers, neighbors helping neighbors, embody the spirit of community service and generosity. The  City of Miami  Page 2  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  Coconut Grove Crisis Food Pantry delivered 11,475 bags of groceries which contained 152,880. food items. The Coconut Grove Crisis Food Pantry receives no government aid, however, is supported by local businesses and funded by St. Stephen's Episcopal, Plymouth Congregational and St. Phillips's Episcopal, religious institutions addressing immediate needs. The impact oft the Coconut Grove Crisis Food Pantry extends beyond the provision of food, as it cultivates a sense of belonging and support among staff and those they serve. Elected Officials paused in their deliberations of governance to acknowledge Coconut Grove Crisis Food Pantry for its dedication to the community with their extraordinary achievement improving the quality of life for the community oft the Cityof Miami. 2) Mayor Suarez and Commissioners, presentedal Key to the City to Mr. Emilio Estefan. Mr. Estefan is a founding member of the Latin Recording Academy, playing a key role in launching the Latin Grammy Awards. Mr. Estefan has been instrumental in bridging the gap between Latin and mainstream music, creating the crossover of Latin music in the world. In 2014, Mr. Estefan was appointed as the Special Ambassador of Miami-Dade County. Mr. Estefan is a true ambassador for Miami, promoting our city wherever he goes, he highlights Miami's vibrant culture and rich diversity in every corner of the world. Mr. Estefan inspires pride among Miami residents, making us all feel connected to his achievements. Elected Officials paused in their deliberations of governance to acknowledge his efforts that have 3) Mayor Suarez and Commissioners presented a Key to the City to Ms. Amara La Negra. Ms. Amara La Negra of Dominican descent and born in Miami, Florida, Amara La Negra, whose birth name is Diana Danelys De Los Santos, has captured hearts and minds with her authenticity, talent, and pride in her Afro-Latina roots. She began her artistic career at the remarkable age of4, dancing on the iconic show "Sabado Gigante. " Her talent and charisma led her to become a backup dancer for legends like Celia Cruz, marking the beginning of a multifaceted career that continues to soar. Ms. Amara has shined in the entertainment world, starring in and hosting various movies and TV. shows. Currently, she is one of the main hosts of Desiguales TV, a daily show that connects with the global Latin audience on Univision. Ms. Amara Lai Negra continues to be an inspiration and leader, using her platform to advocate for diversity, inclusion, and representation in allareas. Elected Officials paused in their deliberations of governance to acknowledge Ms. Amara La Negra emphasizing Afro-Latin the importance of embracing heritage in the City of 4) Mayor Suarez and Commissioners recognized Monty Trainer ("Monty") who was born in Maine on November 10, 1935, raised in Key West, Florida, and moved to Miami in 1968 after graduating from the University of Florida. Monty is one of Miami's most recognizable names and personas, having established the legendary Monty's Restaurant Raw. Bar and Marine in Coconut Grove in September of 1969, which is still thriving today. Monty has been a driving. force in Miami's cultural, philanthropic, and arts communities, for over 50 years. In recognition of his many contributions, it is fitting and proper to codesignate the portion of Aviation Avenue extending southeast of the intersection of Aviation Avenue and South Bayshore Drive, as the site of Monty's Coconut Grove, as Monty Trainer Way, to honor his  significantly elevated Miami' s reputation on the global. stage.  Miami.  enduring legacy in the Coconut Grove community.  City of Miami  Page 3  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  ORDER OF THE DAY  Chair King: Mr. City Attorney, would you please read your statement for this George Wysong (City Attorney): Yes, Madam Chair. George Wysong, City Attorney. Welcome. Detailed information about the processes, order of business, rules of procedure, and scheduling or rescheduling of City Commission meetings can be found in Chapter. 2, Article 2 oft the City Code, a copy of which is available online at www.mumicode.com. 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The procedures for individuals who are providing testimony or be sworn in for Planning and Zoning items and any quasi-judicial items on today's City Commission agenda will be as. follows: The members of the City staff or any other individuals required to be sworn in who are currently present at City Hall will be sworn in by me, the City Clerk, immediately after I finish explaining these procedures. Those individuals who are appearing remotely may be sworn in now or at any time prior to the individual providing testimony or Planning and Zoning items and/or quasi-judicial items. Commissioners, are you comfortable with all the notice provisions set forth in these uniform rules  Madam Chair.  your statement. for the record?  and procedures we have established; for this meeting?  Chair King: Yes. Chair King: Please.  Mr. Hannon: Chair, may ladminister the oath for the Planning and Zoning items? Mr. Hannon: Thank you, Chair. Good morning, ladies and gentlemen. If you will be speaking on any of today's Planning and Zoning items, the PZ items, may I please The City Clerk administered the oath required under City Code Section 62-1 to those  have you stand and raise your right hand? persons giving testimony on zoning items.  City of Miami  Page. 5  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  Mr. Hannon: Thank you, Chair.  Chair King: Thank you, Mr. City Clerk. Mr. City Manager, at this time, are there Arthur Noriega (City Manager): Good morning, Madam Chair, Commissioners, Mr. City Attorney, Mr. City Clerk. At this time, the administration would like to defer and to withdraw the following items: RE.4, to be withdrawn; FR.2, to be withdrawn; FR.3, to be withdrawn; SR.3, to be deferred to October 10th; and DI.I to be withdrawn. On the PZ agenda, PZ.4is to be withdrawn per the appellant's letter of withdrawal, which is dated September 25th, 2024, which is being entered into the record at this time; PZ.5, also to be withdrawn per appellant's letter ofwithdrawal dated September 25th, 2024, which is also entered into the record; and PZ.6 is to be withdrawn per appellant's letter ofwithdrawal, dated September. 25th, 2024, also to Chair King: Thank you, Mr. City Manager. I understand that you would like to make  any items on the agenda that administration will pull or defer?  be entered into the record.. And that concludes the items.  apresentation?  (COMMENTS. MADE OFFTHE. RECORD) Chair King: Please, movej forward with it.  Mr. Hannon: Chair, is there a motion on the withdrawals - withdraw and then we' II moveforward with setting the agenda.  Chair King: No, I'm going to let him -- I'm going to let him make the presentation and then II ask my colleagues if they have items that they would like to defer or  [Later...]  Chair King: Now, at this time, I'm going to ask my colleagues if they would like to withdraw or defer any items on the agenda. Commissioner Pardo? Commissioner. Pardo: I'd like to withdraw RE.7. Chair King: Withdraw RE.7. Anything else? Vice Chair? Vice Chair Carollo: Not at this moment. Chair King: Commissioner Gabela? Commissioner Gabela: (INAUDIBLE).  Chair King: Okay. For myself-- Commissioner, I'ms sorry.  Todd B. Hannon (City Clerk): My apologies, Chair. Commissioner Carollo would like to co-sponsor the following agenda items: RE.3, RE.10, EM.1, and. SR.1. Chair King: Thank you. Andj fori myself, Iwould like to indefinitely defer PZ.1,2, and 3.Iwould like to wait to. see what happens in the November election before we move  forward or before Imovej forward with those items. Vice Chair Carollo: (INAUDIBLE). Chair King: PZ.1, PZ.2, and PZ.3.  City of Miami  Page 6  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  Vice Chair Carollo: Okay. Chair King: Please.  Mr. Hannon: And Chair, Ijust have al briefs statement to readi into the record.  Mr. Hannon: Pursuant to Section 62-22 of the City Code, an indefinitely deferred action initiated by the City will cost the City mail noticing, advertising, and posting Chair King: Thank you. Okay, Ibelieve that we have - would you like to - Mr. City Manager, can you read all of the items again to make sure we have itj for the record Arthur Noriega (City Manager): RE.4, to be withdrawn; RE.7, to be withdrawn; FR.2, to be withdrawn; FR.3, to be withdrawn; SR.3, to be deferred to October. 10th; DL.1, to be withdrawn; PZ.1, to be indefinitely deferred; PZ.2, to be indefinitely deferred; PZ.3, to be indefinitely deferred; PZ.4, to be withdrawn; PZ.5, to be  ofproperties as applicable. Thank you, Chair. that are, going to be withdrawn and/or deferred?  withdrawn; and PZ.6, tol be withdrawn. Chair King: Thank you, may Ihave ai motion? Vice Chair Carollo: Move. Commissioner Gabela: Motion. Chair King: Ihave a motion and a -- Commissioner Pardo: Second. Chair King: - second. Alli inj favor? The Commission (Collectively): Aye. Chair King: That sets our agendaj for today.  City of Miami  Page7  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  PUBLIC COMMENTS FOR ALL ITEM(S)  16732 Office of the City Clerk  DISCUSSIONITEM MEETING.  PUBLIC COMMENTS SUBMITTED ONLINE BY MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC FOR THE SEPTEMBER 26, 2024 CITY COMMISSION  RESULT:  PRESENTED  Chair. King: And at this time, we are, going to open thej floor for public comment. Any person who wishes to speak on behalf of any item that is before us on this agenda, Elvis Cruz: Commissioner, perhaps someone can start at the other podium while the  please step.forward.  IT(Imovation & Technology), puts me online. Chair King: Perfect. Good morning, sir.  Eduardo Navarro: Good morning. My name is Eduardo Navarro, and I am very honored to serve as a volunteer for Miami Bethany Community Services. TodayIwill speak inj favor of Resolution 16508. Ihave been a resident of Allapattah since Iwas a child. Ihave experienced; firsthand the shortcoming ofa low-income immigrant family where if the rent is paid, there is no. food to buy - there is no money to buy. food. Since Imet Miami Bethany, Ihave found food, work, a wife, and above all, hope. Now Iwant to share this hope with my neighbors, and Id am willing to spend long hours of my weekend under the sun and rain in very precarious conditions. I think it is very worth it. Thousands of boxes of food have passed through my hands and before my eyes. Ihave seen peoplej from all over Miami both crying and laughing. Itis gratifying to be part of the solution and not the problem, but at the same time, iti is a shame that the City of Miami has abandoned property for so many years when we, who are distributing free food, do not have a decent place to store and prepare. Please, on behalf of Miami's low-income families, I ask for your vote for Resolution 16508.  Together, we can make a change in the community. Thank you. Chair King: Thank you. Goodi morning, Elvis.  Mr. Cruz: Good morning, Commissioners. Elvis Cruz, 631 Northeast 57th Street for PZ.11, 12, and 13. Watson Island was. zoned parks and recreation for many decades. Itis beyond horrible that this city now wants to enable building 20-story high-rises on Watson Island, which was, given to the City by the State of Florida to be aj public park. When this was at the PZAB (Planning, Zoning and Appeals Board), the City's attorney said the settlement agreement required the City to apply. for rezoning, but you are not required to approve it. So, please don't. However, Iam thrilled to see the City is now capable of complying with the settlement agreement. Perhaps Attorneys Wysong, Greco, and. Snyder will also have the City comply with the settlement agreement for 5101 Biscayne Boulevard, as I've been trying to doj for years, instead ofJ fighting me with arguments about standing, damages, and. sovereign immunity. Lastly, it was on May 25th, 2023, a) year andj four months ago, that this Commission approved funding toj fix the flooding by the softball field in Morningside Park, which was caused by the City itself in 2012, 12 years ago. Nothing has happened. Commissioner Pardo, I'm hoping perhaps you can ask the City why nothing has happened and maybe we can  get that project fixed. Thank you.  City of Miami  Page 8  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  Chair King: Thank you. Good morning.  Paul Malavenda: Good morning My name is Dr. Paul Malavenda, and I speak on behalf of PH.5. Icome from Miami Bethany Community Services and we're a silent partner of the City of Miami helping the homeless and the needy. For the past 29 years, we have been feeding about 1,200 families a week, and we're ready to. feed 2,000 families per week with a target of 5,000 families a week. As we enter an era of economic uncertainty, we need your help. And I come here to ask for your help, straight up, because more. families are in need. They need food. It's a basic need that people should not be without. Everybody deserves to have food. This building that's found on 815 Northwest 23rd Street has been abandoned for about 44 years and could be used for a specific purpose of helping us to feed more people that the City needs. As aj partner of the City, being silent, not taxing the city or creating a burden for the City, we ask youj for) your help in making this decision so that we can continue to help the city and help more people. Irregardless [sic] of your decision today, we will continue to. feed them, but I thank you in advance. for making this decision on  behalf of Bethany Community Services. Thank you. Chair King: Thank you. Goodi morning.  John Dolson: John Dolson, 4205. Lennox Drive, Coconut Grove. First ofo all, you took a little of my thunder away this morning. I was going to talk about SR.3 and earning pensions. And one oft the things Iwas going to: say is that this, the last eight years, I've seen a very dysfunctional City Commission where people meddle across the lines into one of those projects. That was an awesome video. That gives me hope for the future. That was a great job well done. Ifyou did that all the time, Ithink everybody would say. you needed aj pension. A good one. Anyway, that's not why I'm here. I'm not going to be here on 10th, so Ihad to get my shots in. Ido want to talk about RE.5. Bring the Freebee back. It's great. We already have a parking problem down here. That isa great solution for letting locals get in here to use the restaurants and shop and be Coconut Grove citizens. So, bring it back. It will be a good deal. Thank you very  much.  Chair King: Thank you. Good morning.  Emily. Aldana: Good morning. My name is Emily Aldana, and I have come to ask you to vote in favor of PH.5. Iam a dreamer, a nurse, a wife, and a mother. I also have the honor of being the secretary of Miami Bethany Community Services, which interviews the food program beneficiaries every week and listens to their. families' moving stories. Our database has recorded more than 7,500 households we serve regularly. from the end of the pandemic to today. 89 percent of them live below the poverty level, and 50 - and more than 50 percent of them do not receive any government help for different reasons. The housing crisis is the most worrying. factor, andi inflation and the cost ofj food makes it even more complicated. On the other hand, the food supply we deliver to them each week ranges between $120 to $150, which helps cover the income deficit. Iam honored to inform you that we are an oasis in a desert but saddened to recognize that our workplace is very limited. Wel have plenty of food and our volunteers are growing every day. With the property we're asking for, we could potentially serve 5,000j families in the first week alone, a. significant increase from the current capacity of 1,200. Please consider our organization the best resource in this great city that to alleviate thej food shortages in regular times and emergencies such as hurricanes and pandemics. We need that property to be the communily-armed, force that thej five districts of the City could count on. I am deeply  grateful. Thank you.  Chair King: Thank you. Good morning.  City of Miami  Page 9  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  Debbie Dolson: Good morning. Debbie Dolson, 4205. Lennox Drive, Coconut Grove. First, Id like to again thank you so much for honoring the Coconut Grove Crisis Food Pantry for 40 years of service in Coconut Grove. Which brings me to congratulations to Commissioner Gabela for RE.5, the micro transit initiative. Ithink that's a wonderful, wonderful service to the community, and Iknow that it will be used by a lot of people. Id also like to add that we would love to see that in Coconut Grove, in District 2. We have many. people that come to our pantry that are elderly, they're disabled, they don't have transportation. It would be wonderful to have a micro, what's it called, a micro transit vehicle to come to our pantry and pick up their groceries. As has been said before, parking is difficult in the Grove. People ride their bikes, but it would be wonderful to have something like that in District 2 as well. But I hope, Commissioner Gabela, this goes through for your district. I think it's a Commissioner Gabela: Thank you, ma' 'am. Iappreciate it. Thank you. Commissioner Pardo: I did want to let you know, both of you, that our CITT (Citizens' Independent Transportation Trust). funding was just released, I believe, Chair King: Commissioner Pardo? I would rather that we do not engage with the  wonderful initiative.  yesterday, which we - public comment -  Commissioner. Pardo: Oh, okay, since he -- Commissioner. Pardo: Anyhow. Commissioner Gabela: Sorry. Sorry.  Chair King: - and: speak afterward because if we all do that.  Chair King: But Iagree, that is tremendous and I'm trying to do that in my district as well to bring Freebee into the Upper East Side, to bring more traffic in, because there's - parking is horrendous. There's no parking. FDOT (Florida Department of Transportation) took. 50 or more parking - on street parking spaces. So, Iagree with you. Congratulations. And finish your statement, Commissioner Pardo. Ijust don't want us to -- Ijust don't want that to be aj free-for-all for us to start engaging with Commissioner Pardo: I appreciate that. II be very brief. We've been waiting for three years for that CITT funding. We didn't do a micro transit because oft the timing. So, we were. really pushing, for the CITT, and we got it. So, you'l see something soon. Armani Alcantara: Good morning. Dear commissioners, my name is Armani Alcantara and I'm here of Miami Bethany Community Services, volunteer, and I'm here to. speak inj favor of Resolution PH.5. It's my, privilege to help families like mine get through the difficult times we all face in this community. I am an orphan ofa father, and. I see my mother work very hard to put) food on the table and help me get ahead in life. Now I am a young man, I want to help others. Every weekend I am proud to use my strength to carry thousands of boxes ofj food. However, the sad reality is that we are limited by space, conditions, to make more boxes. Fifteen days ago, I came here with great enthusiasm, almost certain that you would grant us permission to use City property. Today Im 100 percent sure we will return home with aj positive response. As a need of urgent, our community cannot wait. Please. A yes from this commission will put a smile on thej faces of many single mothers like mine ifyou help  public comment.  Chair King: Goodi morning.  City of Miami  Page 10  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  as many girls like my little sister who would go to bed with their stomachs full of healthy food. Iknow that each ofy you is aj person of compassion and understanding, sO Ithank, you in advancej for your consideration and support in this matter.  Chair King: Good morning.  Ruth Jauregui: Good morning, Honorable Commissioners and Chair. My name is Ruth. Jauregui, and Iwant to. speak today about Resolution PH.5.. As a teacher, this is my second time coming in this month because Ifeel compelled to address the work and the urgent needs of thousands of low-income families in our city. Every week, I witness the gratitude of our community. People literally kiss our hands and thank us. I've seen Uber drivers dropping off passengers, get down, and ask if they also can havej food. Ialso see the heartbreak of hundreds ofj families that have to leave empty- handed without any food that they desperately need. Our current setup is limiting our ability to help. With news of rain and storm, our team is scrambling toj find ways to protect the food that we have because we don't have a building. Our shirts say 52 al aho, which means 52 a year, a promise to our community that every week we'll provide a box of food. The problem isn't the availability of food or the commitment of our team. The problem is that we operate outside. Rain or shine, we prepare and distribute thousands of meals, but we lack the space and proper conditions to expand. With your approval to use 850 Northwest 23rd Street, we could serve up to 5,000 families each week, making a real difference in their lives. Can we please make a decision today? Two weeks ago, Iasked you. for one box, one with four walls and a roof. On behalf of those who can't afford rent and groceries, Iask for your support,  and Iam very thankful. Chair King: Thank you.  Pedro Aquino: Good morning. My name is Pedro. Aquino. I'm here to speak in favor of5H - PH.5.. I'm a small business owner, a husband,. father, and a -- excuse me. I'm honored to have been born in Allapattah. I've taken the role as director of Miami Community Service Food Distribution Program in recent years. Our program has been recognized, for its outstanding impact that we've had in our communuty. We've been awarded a refrigerated. truck. We'vel been recognized. at the White House for our leadership and social services. Although we have accomplished all this, we're facing a big hurdle that seems hard but not impossible. Today I. stand here before you as -- fully, gratitude - for the opportunity to speak our issues in our communities. Wel have the supply and volunteers to serve not only our families in our area, but other churches and communities. However, the only limitation we face is the space. Our efforts have been maximized in our. facility. We've been working in rain, in sun, and we cannot continue in these matters. And we're here to ask for the support of the commissioners to humbly support us in granting the facility at 850 Northwest 23rd Street to enable us to have the opportunity to not serve only our community, but the  entire city. Ithank youj for your time. Chair King: Thank you. Goodi morning.  Rebecca Jauregui: Good morning, Commissioners. My name is Rebecca Jauregui. That was my sister. And I'm here to support also PH.5. The housing crisis and the increase in food costs are accelerating significantly as we know. And we want to be part of the solution together; hoping to receive the support from those who have promised to unconditionally serve their constituents. As you can see, we're here again, missing work and school. We know that that's tough. We've had people inside and outside with signs, and we. just -- we need this decision to be made, and we appreciate your help. Let's put this property that has been abandoned; for 40 and more years into operation. At Miami Bethany Community Services, we are. fully willing to serve our fellow citizens, free of charge, as we have for the last 29 years, regardless  City of Miami  Page 11  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  of situation or circumstance. Please vote yes and be part oft the solution. We are. your allies in combating poverty and malnutrition in this city. Thank you so much for your time and consideration. We appreciate the weight of your decisions, and we are  grateful for) your commitment. Thank you so1 much. Chair King: Thank you. Good morning.  Joe Camilo: Hi, good morning. My name is Joe Camilo. I am the development director for Miami Bethany Community Services and I'm here to speak in favor of Resolution PH.5. For over. 20: years, me and my wife, we have dedicated ourselves to serving the most vulnerable members of our community in Miami. We have done sO without discrimination based on nationality, religion, sexual orientation, social and economical status, or immigration status. And throughout this time, Ihave witnessed both the pressing needs in our community and the remarkable growth of our agency, which is good. And we began by serving a handful of families, a small group of families. And today we have the privilege of serving over 1,200) families on a weekly basis, people from our beloved city. And today here, as you' 've seen, we are joined by many volunteers who have helped us build the largest and most recognized food ministry in the city, the city of Miami. However, we urgently need a suitable. spacej for food preparation and distribution. We need it badly, and we often work long hours. And we work under challenging conditions. But they are always there doing it for the people, for the residents of the city, those who need it. And to complicate things, to complicate matters, last month we had the unfortunate visit of a code enforcement officer letting us know that we have many violations in our location. On the other hand, how can we solve this? There's a location, aj property that has been abandoned for over 40 years, property belonging to the city of Miami, and if we have the opportunity to get this place and transform it, to convert it into aj proper food bank, it would enable us to store and prepare up to. 5,000 boxes of food and distribute those on a weekly basis. These could represent a significant step. forward and a brighter future for the whole community. I'm not here to request money orj food, but just to let  you know, we need it. Thank you.  Chair King: Thank you. Thank you. Good morning.  Erica Barrios: Good morning. Good morning, Commissioners. Thank you. My name is Erica Barrios, and I'm a student at 2498 Northwest 35th Street. I am here in support of resolution PH.5. On behalf of Miami Bethany Community Services, I'm sure you've heard everyone's speeches and they're all very moving. I'm confident in the work of Miami Bethany Community Services. I've personally witnessed the struggles of having somewhere to store their food, and I've also witnessed how many people come in weekly to benefit from their services. Please vote in favor of  Resolution PH.5. Thank you sOI much for your time. Chair King: Thank you. Good morning.  Rick. Pena: Good morning, Commissioners. My name is Rick. Pena. I'm a homeowner at. 3250 Northeast Ist Avenue and a business owner here with offices in the city of Miami since 2017, and also representing one of my clients at 3500 Curtis Lane, a Coconut Grove residence in support of PZ.20. PZ.20 is a modification - is a proposed modification to the code to allow taller game court heights. The challenge with the current code is it doesn't differentiate between a site wall and a fence or structure around a game court. So, for example, current code allows fences at eight feet. That's measured. from the crown of road. So, if your property is two. feet above crown of road, now you have a net six feet to work with, which does not work for tennis courts, andi it doesn't work for paddle courts. Paddle courts is one oft thej fastest growing sports in the world. It's a 10-meter by 20-meter court that's got a 10 -foot structure around it and an additional 3j feet ofal backstop on the two ends. So, on one  City of Miami  Page 12  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  of our properties at. 3500 Curtis, our client wanted to put aj paddle court, and again, the challenge is they viewed those courts as walls and the limitation was - was eight feet. So, we had proposed to do is we proposed to sink the court by four feet so that our walls would still you know meet code, but you know we in essence create a bathtub. That worked for Planning and Zoning. It didn't work) forj floodplain, because we're altering the topography of the ground and we're basically creating a tub, so that didn't work. In this one example that we have, the paddle court would go within the building setback, so by code, we could build a two-story structure elevated 10. feet above the ground, which would be as tall as this room, but we couldn't put a paddle court. So, we're here to support the modernization of our code SO we can increase the  heights of the game courts. Thank you. Chair King: Thank you. Good morning.  Sue McConnel!: Good morning, Sue McConnell, 3090 Virginia Street. I know you're going to be surprised what I want to talk about, but it's Freebee, and Im excited to hear what you guys are doing. Ijust feel like we have Pinecrest and Coral Gables and other places that have it, and we should have it. Ihave two knee replacements, so you can understand why it's important to me. And my other concern is the fact that I'm wondering if we can regulate these parking lots that charge these people these exorbitant fees when they're late, like 10or 151 minutes. Iget calls all the time. People are worried about it. AsItold you last time, they're worried about their credit ratings. They're worried about if they put a lien on their house. It's serious. I mean, they're just taking advantage ofi us. And. I know they do own. some oft those lots, but they lease most of the ones in garages and some other lots. So, ifanyone can shed a light on that for me, Idappreciate it. AndIknow we're coming up next, right? Okay. Thank you. James Torres: Good morning, Chairwoman. My name is. James Torres. This morning I'm here as a resident of the downtown community, not as president of the DNA (Downtown Neighbors Alliance). I do want to bring up RE.10, which is the Monty Trainer Way. I've looked it over, and there's a name missing on here, which is Joe Carollo. Idon't see him. sponsoring it. I'm hoping that he does sponsor it, and maybe you guys can take action on it earlier and move it out of order to approve it as a  Chair King: Thank you. Good morning.  majority. There's my two cents. Very. short and sweet. Vice Chair Carollo: Ipreviously askedj for my name to be included.  Mr. Torres: Oh, you did?  Vice Chair Carollo:. At the last meeting, Ibelieve. oft the day. EM.1 and RE. 101 both.  Todd B. Hannon (City Clerk): And Commissioner Carollo was. stated during the order Mr. Torres: Perfect. So, hopefully: you guys can put it out of order and approve it asa majority. Thank you very much. Looking. forward to the budget meeting.  Chair King: Thank you. Good morning.  Carl Burzenski: Good morning, everyone. I'd like to thank you guys for the opportunity to speak to you guys. Honestly, we're a small business that operates in Miami and we would like some help with SR.2. We recently purchased some properties that have demolition orders on them, and we would like to have the opportunity to improve these buildings and bring them back into the community and actually utilize them as our office for our business. And if there's anything that you  City of Miami  Page 13  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  guys could dot to help us improve the buildings and the area, you) know, we would love to. We're committed to invest in it. We're a construction company. We're going to do whatever it's going to take to improve and correct these buildings, sO they become a vital part ofo our community again. Since we've gotten these properties, weve paid all oft the delinquent taxes and everything else that's related to us, we would love for your help to help us restore them and bring them back. So, anything that you can do, we'd Mr. Hannon: I'm: sorry, Chair. Sir, if we could have your name for the record.  really appreciate it and thank you. Mr. Burzenski: Carl Burzenski. Mr. Hannon: Thank you. Chair King: Thank you.  Mr. Burzenski: And I-- and Id like to say one last thing, Christina [sic), honestly, meeting with you and your team was incredible. And it gave us a hope that we could  honestly do. something together. It would really help everybody.  Chair King: Thank you. Good morning.  Christi Tasker: Good morning, commissioners. My name is Cristi Reeves Tasker. I'm here to speak on a couple of different things, AC.1, 16672, which is the attorney-client session that you guys will be going into later.. As we all well know, CommissionerJoe Carollo has aj judgment against him, but the judgment is not against the City itself. Whether the city attorneys made a wrongful decision in the very beginning to represent him on his personal forefront, the City Charter clearly states that he was supposed to go through the City Manager in order to do anything that he does regarding Code Enforcement. So, I respectfully ask all of you, I understand that Commissioner Pardo was partially funded, and partially funded - Commissioner Gabela to be elected for office, the same people who have sued Commissioner Commissioner Gabela: Woah, woah, woah. Uh-uh. Let's straighten things out.  Carollo. So, Iwould ask that ifyou didi take - Chair King: Commissioner, Commissioner -- Commissioner Gabela: What are we talking about here? Chair King: - please, please, please, please -  Ms. Tasker: Okay. Commissioner Gabela: Okay.  Chair King: -- do not interrupt a public commenter.  Ms. Tasker: Ifyou' 'II allow me toj finish, please. I'mj just respectfully asking that ifyou guys did take campaign. finances from the organization that filed the lawsuit against Commissioner Carollo, that you would take that into account, because we as citizens are going to be looking at that and citizens are, going to be taking that into account as to whoj funded your campaigns, who is actually suing Commissioner Carollo, because at the end of the day, the $12 million is coming out of city taxpayer. funds. And then lastly, Iwant to make sure that you as commissioners know that Inever resigned from Code Enforcement Board. I was removed) from Code Enforcement Board by the board attorney. I ran for office for the GOP District 17 Commiteewoman. Those  City of Miami  Page 14  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  qualification papers clearly stated that I did not have to step down or be removed from an office per Florida statute. So, I've emailed Commissioner Pardo to let him know, ifany of you guys would like that email as well. Id gladly email you, but I just wanted you to be aware that the qualification records per Florida statute stated that I  did not have to resign. Thank you. Chair King: Thank you. Is there - Vice Chair Carollo: Chair, we' Il answer - Chair King: Hold on a second. Chair King: Yes. Good morning.  Vice Chair Carollo: - the lady back when this item comes before us?  Jeannette Rivera: Good morning. My name is. Jeannette Rivera and Im here to, first ofa all, thank you. for the opportunity. Second, I'm here to request you guys consider passing SR.2. We thank Christina [sicl King for spearheading this effort. We purchased these properties with the intent to restore them. We're committed to the community. We've been part of the community. for years. We live there. We do our business there; our kids go tot the community there, in Christina [sic] King's. District.I understand how the City gets to issue orders of demolition on buildings that are completely salvageable. I spoke with many of the inspectors of code enforcement and unsafe structures, and they refer to the prior owner as a slumlord. It got to the point where this person did not care. But these buildings do not need to be demolished. We ask for your opportunity, and I cannot sit down without you - without asking - you guys give these people the building, because frankly, it makes my problem look very  small. Thank you.  Chair King: Thank you. Good morning.  Brenda Betancourt: Good morning. Brenda Betancourt, 1436 Southwest 6th. Street, in support of PH.5. Ithink it's something that we all need, due to thej fact we have, as a city, we have several properties that they are being abandoned, technically, and not being taken care of, not. just in that ared, but in other ones. We have other buildings that maybe the City can. start either leasing them or using them, or at least keep them al little biti more in better. shape. In support of the mini - the micro transit initiative for District 1,1 I think it's very important. We have too many seniors who doesn't have transportation. And believe it or not, not just seniors. We have a lot of other people that don't have transportation. They're using those scooters, and sometimes those scooters are not the safe way for them to transit. So, Ithink it's amazing there are tax dollars actually going to be paid for something good. SR.1 as well, and PZ.15 for the setbacks and any new construction next to a 73.Ibelieve that not) just T5 and T6, butl believe that Planning and Zoning are doing an amazing. jobt trying to correct all those errors that we have in Miami 21. So, PZ.15, I'm in full support, I think we need to look at it at T4. And all the setbacks that they have for new construction, of course, always protecting T3, because residential homes are very important. And before I forget, certificate ofu usej for businesses, I'm going to keep asking you, guys to look at it. Sometimes you close businesses immediately, but then you have all the businesses that come in front of our board, and we give them 120 days. We have businesses in two years, they haven't been able to get a certificate of use and BTR (Business Tax Receipt), and they're still open. Then I have to hear businesses that they are closed immediately, and they don't get that chance of 120 days, 60 days, 90 days. It has to be legislation. It has to be you guys that are the ones to - the ones to actually represent every single person, not just the ones that come in front of the board and get two years. Just think about it. If businesses close now and other ones are not.  City of Miami  Page 15  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  Chair King: Thank you. Ms. Betancourt: Thank you so much.  Chair King: Thank you. Is there anyone else that would like to speak on behalf of the items before us on the agenda? Is there anyone outside? No one's outside. Okay.  Seeing none, the public comment period is now closed.  AM- APPROVING THE MINUTES OF THE FOLLOWING MEETINGS:  MV-MAYORAL VETO(ES)  There were no mayoral vetoes associated with legislation that is subject to veto by the Mayor.  END OF MAYORAL VETO(ES)  City of Miami  Page 16  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  CA-CONSENT AGENDA  Thei following item(s) was Adopted on the Consent Agenda  MOTIONTO: RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: AYES: ABSENT: RESOLUTION  Adopt ADOPTED Joe Carollo, Commissioner Miguel Angel Gabela, Commissioner King, Carollo, Gabela, Pardo Reyes  CA.1 16533 Department Rescue  AF RESOLUTION OF THE MIAMI CITY COMMISSION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ACCEPT FUNDING PURSUANT TO THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THE DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY'S ("DHS") SECURING THE CITIES GRANT PROGRAM; ESTABLISHING AI NEW SPECIAL REVENUE PROJECT TITLED SECURING THE CITIES (STC) PROGRAM 2024," IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $750,000.00 CONSISTING OF A GRANT FROM DHS FOR THE PURPOSE OF ENHANCING REGIONAL CAPABILITIES IN DETECTING, IDENTIFYING, AND RESPONDING TO RADIOLOGICAL AND NUCLEAR THREATS BY PROVIDING FIRST RESPONDERS WITH THE NECESSARY TRAINING AND EQUIPMENT; FURTHER AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TOI NEGOTIATE AND EXECUTE ANY AND ALL NECESSARY DOCUMENTS, ALL IN FORMS ACCEPTABLE TO THE CITY ATTORNEY, FOR THE ACCEPTANCE AND ADMINISTRATION OF SAID FUNDS AND COMPLIANCE WITH THE SAID TERMS AND CONDITIONS. This matter was ADOPTED on the Consent Agenda.  of Fire-  ENACTMENT NUMBER: R-24-0361  Notej for the Record: For minutes referencing Item Number CA.1, please see "End  of Consent Agenda. RESOLUTION  CA.2 16530 Department Resilience and Public Works  AF RESOLUTION OF THE MIAMI CITY COMMISSION, WITH ATTACHMENTIS), ACCEPTING EIGHT (8) RIGHT-OF-WAY DEEDS OF DEDICATION ("DEEDS"), AS DESCRIBED IN EXHIBIT "A,"ATTACHED AND INCORPORATED, FOR RIGHT-OF-WAY PURPOSES; APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE RECORDATION OF THE DEEDS IN THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA; FURTHER DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO RETAIN A COPY OF THE DEEDS. ENACTMENT NUMBER: R-24-0362 This matter was ADOPTED on the Consent Agenda.  of  Notej for the Record: For minutes referencing Item Number CA.2,. please see "End  ofc Consent Agenda.  City of Miami  Page 17  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission CA.3 16333 Department of Resilience and Public Works  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  RESOLUTION  AF RESOLUTION OF THE MIAMI CITY COMMISSION, WITH ATTACHMENTIS), AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AN OFF-SYSTEM CONSTRUCTION AND MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT, IN SUBSTANTIALLY THE ATTACHED FORM, WITH THE STATE OF FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION ("FDOT"), FOR IMPROVEMENTS ON STATE ROAD 9/SOUTHWEST: 27 AVENUE AT THE INTERSECTION WITH SOUTHWEST: 23 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA, FOR GENERAL ROADWAY IMPROVEMENTS IN THIS CORRIDOR, INCLUDING IMPROVEMENTS ON ROADS NOTO ON  THE STATE HIGHWAY SYSTEM. ENACTMENT NUMBER: R-24-0363  This matter was ADOPTED on the Consent Agenda.  Notej for the Record: For minutes referencing Item Number CA.3,. please see "End  ofc Consent Agenda. RESOLUTION  CA.4 16476 Department Resilience and Public Works  ARESOLUTION OF THE MIAMI CITY COMMISSION, WITH ATTACHMENTIS), AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AN OFF-SYSTEM CONSTRUCTION AND MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT, IN SUBSTANTIALLY THE ATTACHED FORM, WITH THE STATE OF FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION ("FDOT"), FOR IMPROVEMENTS ON STATE ROAD 90/SOUTHWEST 8 STREET FROM: SOUTHWEST 4/ AVENUE TO SOUTHWEST 2 AVENUE, MIAMI, FLORIDA, FOR GENERAL ROADWAY IMPROVEMENTS IN THIS CORRIDOR, INCLUDING IMPROVEMENTS ON ROADS NOT ON THE STATE HIGHWAY SYSTEM. ENACTMENT NUMBER: R-24-0364 This matter was ADOPTED on the Consent Agenda.  of  Note for the Record: For minutes referencing Item Number CA.4, please see "End  ofConsent Agenda. RESOLUTION  CA.5 16478 Department of Resilience and Public Works  Al RESOLUTION OF THE MIAMI CITY COMMISSION, WITH ATTACHMENTIS), AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AN OFF-SYSTEM CONSTRUCTION AND MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT, IN SUBSTANTIALLY THE ATTACHED FORM, WITH THE STATE OF FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION ("FDOT"), FOR IMPROVEMENTS ON STATE ROAD7/NORTHWEST7AVENUE FROMI NORTH OF NORTHWEST: 3 STREETTO SOUTHOF NORTHWEST 8 STREET, AND ON STATE ROAD 933/ NORTHWEST 12 AVENUE AT NORTHWEST 6 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA, FOR GENERAL ROADWAY IMPROVEMENTS IN THIS CORRIDOR, INCLUDING IMPROVEMENTS ON ROADS NOT ON  THE STATE HIGHWAY SYSTEM. ENACTMENT NUMBER: R-24-0365  This matter was ADOPTED on the Consent Agenda.  City of Miami  Page 18  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  Notej for the Record: For minutes referencing Item Number CA.5, please see "End  ofConsent Agenda. RESOLUTION  CA.6 16529 Department Resilience and Public Works  AF RESOLUTION OF THE MIAMI CITY COMMISSION, WITH ATTACHMENTIS), AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AN OFF-SYSTEM CONSTRUCTION AND MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT, IN SUBSTANTIALLY THE ATTACHED FORM, WITH THE STATE OF FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION ("FDOT"), FOR IMPROVEMENTS ON VARIOUS STATE ROAD 9A ("SR-9A")/ INTERSTATE 95 ("I-95") OFF-RAMPS INI MIAMI, FLORIDA, FOR GENERAL ROADWAY IMPROVEMENTS IN THIS CORRIDOR, INCLUDING IMPROVEMENTS ON ROADS NOT ON THE STATE This matter was ADOPTED on the Consent Agenda.  of  HIGHWAY SYSTEM. ENACTMENT NUMBER: R-24-0366  Note for the Record: For minutes referencing Item Number CA.6, please see "End  ofConsentA Agenda. RESOLUTION  CA.7 16477 Department of Resilience and Public Works  AF RESOLUTION OF THE MIAMI CITY COMMISSION, WITH ATTACHMENTIS), AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGERTO EXECUTE AN OFF-SYSTEM CONSTRUCTION AND MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT, IN SUBSTANTIALLY THE ATTACHED FORM, WITH THE STATE OF FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION ("FDOT"), FOR IMPROVEMENTS ON STATE ROAD 953/SOUTHWEST- NORTHWEST 42 AVENUE FROM NORTH OF SOUTHWEST 8 STREET TO SOUTH OF NORTHWEST 11 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA, FOR GENERAL ROADWAY IMPROVEMENTS IN THIS CORRIDOR, INCLUDING IMPROVEMENTS ON ROADS NOT ON  THE STATE HIGHWAY SYSTEM. ENACTMENT NUMBER: R-24-0367  This matter was ADOPTED on the Consent Agenda.  Notej for the Record: For minutes referencing Item Number CA.7,. please see "End  of Consent Agenda.  City of Miami  Page 19  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission CA.8 16479 Department of Resilience and Public Works  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  RESOLUTION  AF RESOLUTION OF THE MIAMI CITY COMMISSION, WITH ATTACHMENTIS), AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AN OFF-SYSTEM CONSTRUCTION AND MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT, IN SUBSTANTIALLY THE ATTACHED FORM, WITH THE STATE OF FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION ("FDOT"), FOR IMPROVEMENTS ON STATE ROAD ("SR") 886/PORT BOULEVARD FROM SR-5/BISCAYNE BOULEVARD TO PORT MIAMI, MIAMI, FLORIDA, FOR GENERAL ROADWAY IMPROVEMENTS IN THIS CORRIDOR, INCLUDING IMPROVEMENTS ON ROADS NOT ON THE STATE HIGHWAY This matter was ADOPTED on the Consent Agenda.  SYSTEM.  ENACTMENT NUMBER: R-24-0368  Note for the Record: For minutes referencing Item Number CA.8, please see "End  ofConsentA Agenda. RESOLUTION  CA.9 16528 Office of the City Attorney  ARESOLUTION OF THE MIAMI CITY COMMISSION AUTHORIZING THE DIRECTOR OF FINANCE TO PAY HELVIN ALEJANDRO DELGADO, WITHOUT. ADMISSION OF LIABILITY, THE TOTAL SUM OF $60,000.00 IN FULL AND COMPLETE SETTLEMENT OF ANY AND ALL CLAIMS AND DEMANDS, INCLUDING ALL CLAIMS FOR ATTORNEYS FEES, AGAINST THE CITY OF MIAMI AND ITS OFFICERS, AGENTS, AND EMPLOYEES COLLECTIVELY, CITY") IN THE CASE STYLED HELVIN ALEJANDRO DELGADO VS. CITY OF MIAMI, PENDING IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE ELEVENTH, JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, CASE NO.: 2023- 6874-CA 01, UPON THE EXECUTION OF A GENERAL RELEASE OF ALL CLAIMS AND DEMANDS BROUGHT FOR NEGLIGENCE PENDING IN STATE COURT AND. Al DISMISSAL OF THE CITY WITH PREJUDICE; ALLOCATING FUNDS FROM ACCOUNT NO.  50001.301001001.545011.0000.00000. ENACTMENT NUMBER: R-24-0369  This matter was ADOPTED on the Consent Agenda.  Note for the Record: For minutes referencing Item Number CA.9, please see "End  ofConsent Agenda.  City of Miami  Page 20  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission CA.10 16671 Department of Real Estate and Asset Management  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  RESOLUTION Item Pulled from Consent AI RESOLUTION OF THE MIAMI CITY COMMISSION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY ATTORNEY TO TAKE ANY AND ALL ACTION(S) NECESSARY, IN LAW OR EQUITY, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ACTIONS REGARDING QUIET TITLE AND PUBLIC RECORDS, CONCERNING THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION ("FDOT"). ENACTMENT NUMBER: R-24-0370  MOTION TO: RESULT: MOVER: SEÇONDER: AYES: ABSENT: what this is all about.  Adopt ADOPTED Joe Carollo, Commissioner Miguel Angel Gabela, Commissioner King, Carollo, Gabela, Pardo Reyes  Vice Chair Carollo: CA.10. Can this be explained further? Ididn't quite understand Arthur Noriega (City Manager): Happy to, Commissioner. So, for many years, obviously the City, through the Miami Parking Authority, has operated the lots in the center median of Biscayne Boulevard, across from Bayfront Park, across from Bayside, and on occasion the Florida Department of Transportation has indicated or asserted that they have ownership of that right-of-way. We have, you know, indicated that they are incorrect and have at times required that they display - show proof.  We've been operating itj for years, for decades.  Vice Chair Carollo: We' re talking about in Biscayne Boulevard.  Mr. Noriega: Correct.  Vice Chair Carollo: The medians there.  Mr. Noriega: They have never done. SO. And as a result, since we'v ve gone through this process with them, it's been sort of a circular process. We thought it's probably the opportune time toj finally claim and establish title legally. And. so that's what this item Vice Chair Carollo: Okay. That's fine. That's a good reason. Imake the motion.  isabout.  Chair King: I have ai motion. A second? Commissioner Gabela: Second. Chair King: Alli inj favor? The Commission (Collectively): Aye. Chair King: The motion carries unanimously.  City of Miami  Page 21  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission  Meeting Minutes END OF CONSENT AGENDA  September 26, 2024  Chair. King: I'm going to ask my colleagues, for the Consent Agenda items, are there any items that) you would like to! pullj for discussion? That's CA - Vice Chair Carollo: Yes. Just for some brief questions that Ihave on CA.10, Idon't think there should be much problems with it, but ifIcould pulli it. Chair King: Okay. All right. So, may Ihave ai motion toj pass -  Vice Chair Carollo: Move.  Chair King: -- CAA214347Sm9 Commissioner Gabela: Second. Chair King: Ihave ai motion and a second. All inj favor? The Commission (Collectively):Aye. Chair King: Motion carries unanimously. Commissioner Gabela: That was. 1 through 9, right?  Vice Chair Carollo: Yes. Chair King: 1 through 9.  City of Miami  Page 22  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  PH-F PUBLIC HEARINGS  PH.1 16522 Department of Housing and Community Development  RESOLUTION  AF RESOLUTION OF THE MIAMI CITY COMMISSION, WITH ATTACHMENTIS), AUTHORIZING THE ALLOCATION OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT ("CDBG)FUNDS FOR FISCAL YEAR ("FY)2024-2025, IN THE AMOUNT OF $763,571.00 IN THE PUBLIC SERVICE CATEGORY AND AN ADDITIONAL AMOUNT OF $11,631.00 UNSPENT FUNDS FROM PREVIOUS YEAR PROGRAM INCOME, FOR. A TOTAL AMOUNT OF $775,202.00, TO THE AGENCIES/AND OR DEPARTMENTS SPECIFIED IN EXHIBIT "A," ATTACHED AND INCORPORATED, FOR PUBLIC SERVICE AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITIES, BEGINNING OCTOBER 1, 2024; FURTHER AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO NEGOTIATE AND EXECUTE ANY AND ALL DOCUMENTS, IN AFORM ACCEPTABLE TO THE CITY ATTORNEY, INCLUDING AMENDMENTS, RENEWALS, EXTENSIONS, AND MODIFICATIONS, AS MAY BE NECESSARY, SUBJECTTO. ALLI FEDERAL, STATE, AND LOCAL LAWS THAT REGULATE THE USE OF SUCH FUND, FOR SAID  PURPOSE. MOTION TO: RESULT: MOVER: SEÇONDER: AYES: ABSENT:  ENACTMENT NUMBER: R-24-0371  Adopt with Modification(s) ADOPTED WITH MODIFICATION/S) Joe Carollo, Commissioner Damian Pardo, Commissioner King, Carollo, Gabela, Pardo Reyes  Chair King: And at this time I'm going to ask if there are any of the PH (Public Hearing) items that my colleagues would like to pullj for discussion.  Vice Chair Carollo: No. Commissioner. Pardo: No. Chair King: No? May Ihave ai motion -- Vice Chair Carollo: Move. Chair King: - for PH.1,2,3-- Vice Chair Carollo: Move. Chair King: -- and4 4? Commissioner. Pardo: Second. Chair King: Ihave ai motion and a second. Exhibit A needs to be revised for PH.1.  Todd B. Hannon (City Clerk): Chair? My apologies, it's my understanding that  City of Miami  Page 23  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  Chair King: So, PH.1 as amended. Ihave ai motion and a second. Alli inj favor?  The Commission (Collectively):Aye. Chair King: Motion carries unanimously. Commissioner Gabela: That was PH.1, right? Alone? Chair King: No, PH.1 through 4. Commissioner Gabela: 1 through 4. Chair King: And yours passed unanimously.  George Wysong (City. Attorney): And just to reflect, since PH.3 was aj four-fifth, we  had aj four - four votes. Chair King: Yes. RESOLUTION  PH.2 16524 Department of Housing and Community Development  AF RESOLUTION OF THE MIAMI CITY COMMISSION, WITH ATTACHMENT/S), ALLOCATING FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $743,000.00 TO THE AGENCIES SPECIFIED IN EXHIBIT' "A," ATTACHED AND INCORPORATED, FOR PUBLIC SERVICE ACTIVITIES FOR PROGRAM YEAR: 2024-2025 FROM THE SOCIAL SERVICE GAP PROGRAM FUNDS, ACCOUNT NO. 14010.910199481000: FURTHER AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO NEGOTIATE AND EXECUTE ANY AND ALL DOCUMENTS, IN AFORM ACCEPTABLE TO THE CITY ATTORNEY, INCLUDING AMENDMENTS, RENEWALS, EXTENSIONS, AND MODIFICATIONS, AS MAY BE NECESSARY, SUBJECT TO ALL FEDERAL, STATE, AND LOCALI LAWS THAT REGULATE THE USE OF SUCH FUNDS, FOR SAID PURPOSE.  ENACTMENT NUMBER: R-24-0372  MOTION TO: RESULT: MOVER: SEÇONDER: AYES: ABSENT: Number. PH.1.  Adopt ADOPTED Joe Carollo, Commissioner Damian Pardo, Commissioner King, Carollo, Gabela, Pardo Reyes  Note for the Record: For minutes referencing Item Number PH.2, please see. Item  City of Miami  Page 24  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission PH.3 16635 Commissioners and Mayor  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  RESOLUTION  AF RESOLUTION OF THE MIAMI CITY COMMISSION, WITH ATTACHMENTIS), PURSUANT TO SECTION 18-85(A) OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA, AS AMENDED, BY. A FOUR FIFTHS (4/5THS). AFFIRMATIVE VOTE, AFTER. AN ADVERTISED PUBLIC HEARING, RATIFYING, APPROVING, AND CONFIRMING THE CITY MANAGER'S FINDINGS, ATTACHED AND INCORPORATED: AS EXHIBIT "B," THAT COMPETITIVE NEGOTIATION METHODS AND PROCEDURES ARE NOT PRACTICABLE OR ADVANTAGEOUS FOR THE CITY OF MIAMI ("CITY") AND WAIVING THE REQUIREMENTS FOR SAID PROCEDURES; AUTHORIZING THE ALLOCATION AND APPROPRIATION OF MIAMI FOREVER BOND ("MFB") PROGRAM FUNDS IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED THREE MILLION NINE HUNDRED THOUSAND AND 00/100 DOLLARS ($3,900,000.00) FROM THE DISTRICT 4 COMMISSIONERS SHARE OF MFB PROGRAMS ("FUNDS") TO 5215 FLAGLER STREET, LLC (DEVELOPER), TO CONSTRUCT AN AFFORDABLE HOUSING DEVELOPMENT, LOCATED. AT 5215 WEST FLAGLER STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA, AS MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED IN EXHIBIT "A," ATTACHED AND INCORPORATED ("PROJECT"), SUBJECT TO COMPLIANCE WITH THE CITY'S DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT GUIDELINES, THE RECEIPT BY THE CITY MANAGER OF THE WRITTEN APPROVAL OF THE PROJECT BY THE CITY'S HOUSING. AND COMMERCIAL LOAN COMMITTEE AND SUBJECT TO THE TERMS, CONDITIONS, AND RESTRICTIONS CONTAINED IN THE HCLC APPROVAL (COLLECTIVELY, "HCLC APPROVAL"), AND ALL FEDERAL, STATE, AND LOCAL LAWS THAT REGULATE THE USE OF SUCH FUNDS FOR SAID PURPOSE; FURTHER AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO NEGOTIATE ANDI EXECUTE ANY AND ALL NECESSARY DOCUMENTS, INCLUDING AMENDMENTS, EXTENSIONS, AND MODIFICATIONS, ALL IN FORMS ACCEPTABLE TO THE CITY ATTORNEY, FOR SAID PURPOSE, SUBJECT TO THE RECEIPT BY THE CITY MANAGER OF THE  HCLC APPROVAL. MOTIONTO: RESULT: MOVER: SEÇONDER: AYES: ABSENT: Number. PH.1.  ENACTMENT NUMBER: R-24-0373  Adopt ADOPTED Joe Carollo, Commissioner Damian Pardo, Commissioner King, Carollo, Gabela, Pardo Reyes  Note for the Record: For minutes referencing Item Number PH.3, please see. Item  City of Miami  Page 25  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission PH.4 16634 Commissioners and Mayor  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  RESOLUTION  AF RESOLUTION OF THE MIAMI CITY COMMISSION, WITH ATTACHMENTIS), MODIFYING THE REQUIREMENTS AND GUIDELINES OF THE EXPANDED FIRST TIME HOMEBUYER PROGRAM DESCRIBED IN RESOLUTION NO. R-22-0211 ("EXPANDED PROGRAM") AND MODIFIED BY RESOLUTION NOS. R-22-0346 AND R-23-0521 BY REQUIRING APPLICANTS TO SECURE AI FIRST MORTGAGE IN AN AMOUNT THAT WOULD RESULT IN ATOTAL PAYMENT, INCLUSIVE OF PRINCIPAL, INTEREST, TAXES, AND INSURANCE, UPTO THIRTY PERCENT (30%) OF THE APPLICANT'S TOTAL GROSS FAMILY INCOME AS IDENTIFIED IN EXHIBIT "A," ATTACHED AND INCORPORATED; EXCEPT FOR THE EXCEPTIONS STATED HEREIN; PROVIDING  FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. ENACTMENT NUMBER: R-24-0374 MOTION TO: RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: AYES: ABSENT: Number. PH.1. RESOLUTION  Adopt ADOPTED Joe Carollo, Commissioner Damian Pardo, Commissioner King, Carollo, Gabela, Pardo Reyes  Note for the Record: For minutes referencing Item Number PH.4, please see Item  PH.5 16508 Commissioners and Mayor  AF RESOLUTION OF THE MIAMI CITY COMMISSION, WITH ATTACHMENT/S), BY A FOUR-FIFTHS AFFIRMATIVE VOTE, AFTER AN ADVERTISED PUBLIC HEARING, RATIFYING, APPROVING, AND CONFIRMING THE CITY MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION AND FINDING, ATTACHED AND INCORPORATED AS EXHIBIT "A," THAT COMPETITIVE NEGOTIATION METHODS AND PROCEDURES ARE NOT PRACTICABLE OR ADVANTAGEOUS TO THE CITY OF MIAMI; WAIVING THE REQUIREMENTS FOR SAID PROCEDURES; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TOI NEGOTIATE AND EXECUTE A REVOCABLE LICENSE AGREEMENT, IN AI FORM ACCEPTABLE TO THE CITY ATTORNEY, BETWEEN THE CITY OF MIAMI ("CITY")AND MIAMI BETHANY COMMUNITY SERVICES, INC., A FLORIDA NOT-FOR-PROFIT CORPORATION, FOR USE OF CITY-OWNED PROPERTIES LOCATED AT 850 NORTHWEST 23 STREET AND 920 NORTHWEST 23 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA, 33127, FOR BENEVOLENT AND CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, FOOD DISTRIBUTION TO THE NEEDY (PROJECT); FURTHER AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO NEGOTIATE AND EXECUTE SUCH AGREEMENTS OR OTHER DOCUMENTS, INCLUDING AMENDMENTS TO THE LICENSE, IN Al FORM ACCEPTABLE TO THE CITY ATTORNEY, AS MAYI BE NECESSARY TO PROCEED WITH THE PROJECT, ALL IN COMPLIANCE WITH APPLICABLE FEDERAL, STATE AND LOCAL  LAWS.  ENACTMENT NUMBER: R-24-0375  City of Miami  Page 26  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission  Meeting Minutes Adopt ADOPTED Miguel Angel Gabela, Commissioner Damian Pardo, Commissioner King, Carollo, Gabela, Pardo Reyes  September 26, 2024  MOTION TO: RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: AYES: ABSENT:  Notej for the Record: For additional minutes referencing Item Number PH.5, please Commissioner Gabela: Madam Chair, can I. speak out of order one minute? Can we take a vote on the PH.5, SO we don'thave people waiting here all day long? Chair King: Absolutely, and Id also like to be. shown as a co-sponsor. Food --  see "Public Comments for all Item(s)."  Vice Chair Carollo: Yes, that would be good. Commissioner. Pardo: Ido as well. Vice Chair Carollo: Yeah, likewise. Chair King: - insecurity in our community. Vice Chair Carollo: Likewise.  Chair King: - is unfortunately a thing, a real thing, food insecurity. We have it throughout the city, no matter where we are. It is a thing, and it saddens me, and I want to do everything I can to support sO that someday we don't have a food  insecurity in our community. So, doi I have a motion --  Commissioner Gabela: Motion. Vice Chair Carollo: Move. Chair King: - for PH.5? Commissioner. Pardo: Second.  Chair King: Ihave ai motion and a second. All inj favor? The Commission (Collectively): Aye. Chair King: Motion carries unanimously. Commissioner Gabela: Thank you. doj for the community.  Chair King: Thank you all. Thank you) for your advocacy and thank youj for what you  END OF PUBLIC HEARINGS  City of Miami  Page 27  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission  Meeting Minutes RE-RESOLUTIONS  September 26, 2024  RE.1 16557 Department of Code Compliance  RESOLUTION  AR RESOLUTION OF THE MIAMI CITY COMMISSION MITIGATING/NOT MITIGATING THE CODE ENFORCEMENT LIEN RECORDED AGAINST PROPERTY ADDRESS 225 NORTHWEST 16 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA, CASE NUMBER CE2014013873, AFTER Al HEARING, AS REQUIRED BY SECTION 2-817 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA, AS AMENDED; AUTHORIZING THE AMOUNT APPROVED AS FULL AND FINAL SETTLEMENT OF THE AFOREMENTIONED LIEN; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER OR DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE ANY AND ALL DOCUMENTS NECESSARY, ALL INI FORMS ACCEPTABLETO THE CITY ATTORNEY, FOR THE PURPOSES STATED HEREIN.  MOTION' TO: RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: AYES: ABSTAIN: ABSENT: Commission Meeting.  Defer DEFERRED Miguel Angel Gabela, Commissioner Joe Carollo, Commissioner King, Carollo, Gabela Pardo Reyes  Note for the Record: Item RE.1 was deferred to the October 10, 2024, City Note for the Record: Commissioner Pardo abstained from voting on item RE.land submitted a FORM 8B MEMORANDUM OF VOTING CONFLICT FOR COUNTY, MUNICIPAL, AND OTHER LOCAL PUBLIC OFFICERS with the Office of the City Clerk on September 26, 2024, in compliance with Section Chair King: And at this time, we' ll take up our mitigation items, RE.1. Robert Santos-Alborna: Goodi morning, Commissioners, Chairwoman; Robert Santos- Alborna, code compliance director. RE.1is a mitigation ofa property located at 225 Northwest 16th Street. This is an eight-unit apartment, a multi-family residential. Respondent is 225 Group LLC. (Limited Liability Company). NOV (Notice of Violation) was issued on September 11, 2014, for operating without a certificate of use; adjudicated on. June 10th, 2015. Violation ranj for 3,293 days, accruing a total of $823,250. Since I last met with each of you, I have spoken with counsel for respondent, and the offer has been doubled from the last time. And so respondent is  112.3143, Florida Statutes.  offering $30,000, which is right below 41 percent.  Chair King: How much? Mr. Santos-Albora: $30,000. Chair King: INAUDIBLE). Chair King: Okay.  Mr. Santos-Albora: It's. 3.61 percent to be exact.  City of Miami  Page 28  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  Mr. Santos-Alborna: Part ofa discussion when I met with each of) you was the value oft the property, which according to the propertyappraiser, and it should be as aj point  of reference for you, is $327,402. Chair King: Okay. Good morning. Javier Salmon: Good morning.  Chair King: You going to make your presentation?  Mr. Salmon: We 're just here to make sure that the - in support of the staff's Chair King: Staff hasn't recommended. anything. They're just telling me what) you have Mr. Salmon: Yes, ma' 'am. I'di like to say that this property had gone into a situation with regards to unsafe structures. And as part of the notification, Iwas told that Ihad been notified of the lack ofa CU (Certificate of Use), which is the reason that we're here. It's aj paperwork issue. We have. since cleared all the violations and gotten our TCU (Temporary Certificate of Use). We're just trying to adjudicate this so that we can just finish clearing up this property. We have spent hundreds of thousands of dollars repairing and bringing this building back up to code and it's now a very nice building and a contributing member of the community. We provide affordable rents for people to live there and we're looking. for some help inj just mitigating this amount that we did not realize that it existed until we went) for somej financing, and it came up as a cloud on our title. Ands so, we're here to try andi resolve this issue, please. Chair King: Director? I believe they said they didn't get notice. Ib believe that's what Rachel Dooley (Assistant City Attorney, Supervisor): Good morning. Rachel Dooley on behalf of the Office of the City Attorney. The City's reviewed all of the notices, which is the first thing we do, and notice was sent to all the proper addresses, registered agents, as well as being posted at the property. So, notice in terms of the original violation and the hearings and including the final administrative order, which is sent out, as well as collection notices, which would have gone out every six months, go to the addresses as provided by the Miami-Dade Property Appraiser. If somebody doesn't receive itj from somebody at their business, or they're not checking the property, or they have their mail going to the property, that's the issue of the property owner. But the notice itself, in fact, did go where it was supposed to go. Now, whether or not he received it, that's not a requirement of the law. The requirement is that we have sent it. If we had found that there was aj flaw in the notice, we would actually reverse the lien and release it without even having a hearing, because notice Chair. King: Ijust wanted to make sure that we put that on the record, and this seems to border egregious, because it racked upj fines) for 3,293 days ofr not having a CU. Chair King: Correct?. And that's substantial. Find that to be. substantial. And the offer Mr. Santos-Alborna: The last offer that I met, as a matter of fact, yesterday was  recommendation, for approvalj for the amount that we agreedte to.  proposed.  he. said.  ise essential in order to be able to record the lien.  Mr. Santos-Albora: Correct.  isagain? $30,000.  City of Miami  Page 29  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  Chair King: Which is what percentage? Mr. Santos-Alborna: Which is 3.61 percent. Chair King: We typically don't go below. 15 percent. Mr. Salmon: It's also about 101 percent of the value of the property.  Chair. King: I understand that, but the reason why we have this is because we are not trying to give property owners who don't follow the rules, any special treatment -- holdi it, let me finish, let me finish, and this is why this comes before us. The City does their) job, the City goes out, you have had notice, there's no notice issue, and Icannot accept. 3.61 percent) for this, particularly. for how long it ran, you did have notice, andI don't want other property owners to come, and I have - and I believe I am the sternest of my colleagues, Ihave required bad actors to pay the entire amount of the fine. The entire amount of the fine. So, 3.6 percent, while I appreciate that you're giving - that would be $30,000, your fine is almost a million dollars, $823,250. So,I would be willing to accept 10 percent, but Iwon't go any lower than 10 percent. And Mr. Salmon: Ma'am, Ihear your position. Idon't disagree with the need to enforce. We worked very hard to get this building back up and get it corrected and get - clear all the violations. We now have our 40-year recertification for the next 10 years. When we became aware ofit, and Ihave to say that we have become aware ofi it, the City has posted the site, but Idon't recall ever receiving any notification of the fine. And UNINTELLIGIBLE) and as soon as Ij found out, as soon as it came up as an issue, we. got iti in less than 30 days. We got a TCU, and we did it right away, and it passed with flying colors upon the first inspection, which if you know how that works, doesn't really happen very often. So, we actually presented the application, brought all the paperwork in, got the inspections done in less than. 30 days. It was not a willful Chair King: Is this your attorney next to you? How come you're not helping,  I'm usually at 15 percent, 20! percent.  flaunting oft the law or a willful intent to do. sO -  speaking?  Mr. Salmon: Because he has an issue - he was not - Daniel Alvarez:. Iwasn' 't able to get a lobbying license in time.  Chair King: Isee.  COMMENIS MADE OFFTHE RECORD) Chair King: Right. You don't have to have al lobbying license. Ms. Dooley: Yeah, this is quasi-judicial. Chair King: Right. So, you- --  Mr. Alvarez: They told me it was required. Iwould just briefly kind of chime in here if Imay. The fine itself is, you know, almost $500,000 in excess of the property value. So, to account for 10 percent of the fine would (UNINTELLIGIBLE) you know, over 50 percent more of the property value, which would be, you know, not necessarily the most equitable solution to, you know, the citizens of the city of Miami. So, the offer was 10 percent of the property value to kind of, you know, account. for thej fact that the, you know, the fine itself is $500,000 in excess of the property value. So,  City of Miami  Page. 30  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  recognizing that, you know, it's the commissioner's responsibility to make sure that they're enforcing these kind of actions, we've made an offerfor, you know, 10 percent of the property value to kind of mitigate that and, you know, balance the equity of both the excess of the fine and, you know, getting the TCU, like, in time, now that - Chair King: II do this for you. ITI do this for you, because I heard you say that you  are trying to offera affordable housing. Is that correct?  Mr. Alvarez: That is correct.  Chair King: Okay. So how about Idefer this to the next meeting so that my. staffo could take a look at what it is that you propose. for this property, and we'll come back to Mr. Salmon: Is there any way we could come to an agreement that would be more  this, because I'm standing. firm with. 10 percent.  equitable? Chair King: Well, Ijust- -  Mr. Salmon: Imean, because $80,000 is a pile of money.  Chair King: Sir, sir, sir, Ijust gave you a win. Is said I will take a look at it. I have my staff take a look ati it. If) you are, in fact, offering affordable housing, then Iwould  be willing - Mr. Salmon: Go ahead.  Chair King: Is it not affordable housing? Mr. Salmon: Itis below the market areaj for the ared. Chair King: So, it's not affordable housing? Mr. Salmon: It's not designated. as affordable housing -  Chair King: Iunderstand. work with them.  Mr. Salmon: - although we do have some program people in the building, and we Chair King: So, you see, sir, what I'm trying to do is offer you a lifeline if you are providing affordable housing. But what you' 're saying to me now is that you' 're not and therefore you' re going to be making money on this property. So, the fact that what you think it's valued at now, and you' re trying to offer me 101 percent oft the value now, the property is going to generate substantial income. And again, this puts us in a place where you come before us, you've let this run for. 3,000 plus days. The fine is over $800,000. You're going to be making a profit off of this property, and you want us to mitigate your actions. It's not. fair. It's not) fair to the rest of thej folks that come before us for mitigation. It's not. fair to the staff who has to do the work, and this is precisely why we have these mitigations. You can take my offer, and IL defer this, and we can talk about what it is that the property is proposed for, and if you are inj fact offering affordable housing, Iwill be willing to work with you. If not, it stands at 10  percent. Your choice.  Mr. Alvarez: Give me one. second here to confer with my client.  City of Miami  Page. 31  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  Mr. Salmon: Ms. King, Iapologize, I had never met you before. Iv wish I had had the opportunity to meet) you) prior and present my case inj private. Is there any - Chair King: You can still do that now, sir. I'm giving you the opportunity. for me to defer this so that you can meet with my staff, and we could discuss this, or I be  asking my colleagues to support my request for 101 percent. (COMMENTS MADE OFFTHE. RECORD) is that what we're looking at doing? Mr. Salmon: I'm sorry.  Mr. Salmon: What would the - can we prove that it's less than the market? Is that -  Chair King: This is the last time I'm going to say this.  Chair King: I'm giving you the opportunity. for me to defer this matter until our next  Commission meeting so that) we can discuss all oft this. COMMENIS MADE OFF THE. RECORD)  Commissioner Gabela: Listen, take the deferment. Take the deferment. Mr. Alvarez: We'll take the deferment. Thank you. deferment to the next commission meeting. Mr. Salmon: That is a date certain? Chair King: Iti isac date certain. Chair King: October 10th. Mr. Santos-Albora: October. 10th. Chair King: So, Iwould like to defer this -- Mr. Salmon: October 10th. Chair King: -- tot the October 10th meeting. Commissioner Gabela: Motion. Mr. Salmon: Thank you) very much. Chair King: Thank you, sir. Chair King: Thank you.  Mr. Salmon: We'll take the deferment. Upon advice of counsel, we'll take the  Mr. Alvarez: Yes.  Mr. Salmon: Very. good. Then we'll be back for that. Thank you very much.  Mr. Salmon: Ilook forward to working with your staff.  Todd B. Hannon (City Clerk): Is there as second to Commissioner Gabela's 's motion?  City of Miami  Page. 32  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  Chair King: I have a motion and a second. All inj favor? The Commission (Collectively):. Aye. Commissioner. Pardo: One abstention. Chair King: With an abstention. Commissioner. Pardo: Me. something like that.  George Wysong (City Attorney): Wait, wait, who'sabstaining?  Mr. Wysong: Unfortunately, under the Florida Law 286, you can't abstain unless you have a conflict of interest, or under quasi-judicia matters if you think there's bias or Commissioner Pardo: He'sa personal FMMA(UNNTELLIGIBLEA Mr. Hannon: Commissioner Pardo, we cannot hear you on the record. Commissioner. Pardo: Oh, were personal friends since childhood. Mr. Wysong: Okay, that's sufficient because thati is -  Commissioner. Pardo: Right.  Mr. Wysong: - you're fearful that the bias oft this friendship is affecting your vote. So, Chair King: Okay, sol I have ai motion and a second to defer thei item. Alli inj favor?  yeah, that's perfect. Well get) you thej form, thank you.  The Commission (Collectively): Aye. Chair King: Motion carries. 3-1 with an abstention.  City of Miami  Page. 33  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission RE.2 16587 Department of Code Compliance  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  RESOLUTION  AF RESOLUTION OF THE MIAMI CITY COMMISSION MITIGATING/NOT MITIGATING THE CODE ENFORCEMENT LIENS RECORDED AGAINST PROPERTY ADDRESS 460 NORTHEAST: 28 STREET, CU-1, MIAMI, FLORIDA, CASE NUMBER CE2021005143, AFTER Al HEARING, AS REQUIRED BY SECTION 2-817 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA, AS AMENDED; AUTHORIZING THE AMOUNT APPROVED AS FULL AND FINAL SETTLEMENT OF THE AFOREMENTIONED LIEN; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER OR DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE ANY AND ALL DOCUMENTS NECESSARY, ALLI IN FORMS ACCEPTABLE TO THE CITY ATTORNEY, FOR THE PURPOSES STATED HEREIN.  ENACTMENT NUMBER: R-24-0376  MOTION TO: RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: AYES: ABSENT: Chair King: RE.2?  Adopt with Modification(s) ADOPTED WITH MODIFICATION/S) Damian Pardo, Commissioner Christine King, Commissioner King, Carollo, Gabela, Pardo Reyes  Robert Santos-Alborna (Director, Code Compliance): Okay, counsel is here. Good morning, Chairwoman, Commissioners. RE.2 is a mitigation ofaj property located at 460. Northeast 28th Street. The respondent is Miami Blue Investments, LLC (Limited Liability Company). NOV (Notice of Violation) was issued on March 16, 2021 for failure to obtain CU (Certificate of Use), BTR (Business Tax Receipt), and failure to obtain warrant. Adjudicated on March 9, 2022, violation ran for 729 days, accruing a total of $364,500 and the offer) from the respondent is $36,450whichi is 10 percent. Chair King: Commissioner. Pardo, Ibelieve this is) your district. Rachel Dooley (Assistant City Attorney, Supervisor): Yes.  Commissioner. Pardo: Yes.  Ms. Dooley: And Good morning. Rachel, on behalf of the City Attorney' 's Office just to let) you know, the current owner was not the violating property owner.  Commissioner. Pardo: Right. Ms. Dooley: That's all I'm adding. Chair King: Ma' 'am?  Miriam Soler Ramos: Good morning, Madam Chairwoman and members of the Commission. Miriam Soler Ramos, with offices at 701 Brickell. Avenue, representing Miami Blue Investments, LLC. Commissioner, we met with) your office and explained-  Commissioner. Pardo: Yes.  City of Miami  Page. 34  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  Ms. Soler Ramos: the circumstances. This is a new properzy owner who' 's working with the tenant. Essentially, it arises from the fact that it's a little market. They want to be able to put some chairs out. They put them out, they get violated, they come back. So, they're in this circle. They're trying to get a warrant to put some chairs outside and some chairs inside, but) for the moment they understand that they need to comply. They are currently in compliance and we' 're asking for a reduction to 10 Commissioner. Pardo: Yeah, and It thought that was fair based on our conversations.  perceni.  Chair King: Do Ihave ai motion? Commissioner Gabela: Motion. Commissioner. Pardo: I'I make a motion. Chair King: Iu second.. Alli inj favor? The Commission (Collectively): Aye. Ms. Soler Ramos: Thank you. Todd B. Hannon (City Clerk): As amended. Chair King: As amended. Mr. Santos-Alborna: Thank you.  City of Miami  Page. 35  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission RE.3 16615 Department of Resilience and Public Works  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  RESOLUTION  AF RESOLUTION OF THE MIAMI CITY COMMISSION, WITH ATTACHMENTIS), DECLARING NO OBJECTION AND SUPPORTING THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION ("FDOT") PROJECT TO ENHANCE TRAFFIC SAFETY FOR PEDESTRIANS AND VEHICLES ON STATE ROAD ("SR") 934/NORTHWEST 79 STREET FROMI NORTHWEST 27 AVENUE TO NORTHWEST1 1 PLACE WITHIN THE LIMITS OF THE CITY OF MIAMI ("CITY") INCLUDING THE REMOVAL OF THIRTEEN (13) ON-STREET PARKING SPACES, LOCATED ON SR 934/NORTHWEST 79 STREET BETWEEN NORTHWEST 6 AVENUE. AND NORTHWEST 4 AVENUE, AS DEPICTED IN EXHIBIT "A," ATTACHED AND INCORPORATED; DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO TRANSMIT A COPY OF THIS RESOLUTION1 TO THE DISTRICT SECRETARY OF THE FDOT, DISTRICT SIX; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. ENACTMENT NUMBER: R-24-0377  MOTION' TO: RESULT: MOVER: SEÇONDER: AYES: ABSENT: see "Order oft the Day.' "  Adopt ADOPTED Miguel Angel Gabela, Commissioner Damian Pardo, Commissioner King, Carollo, Gabela, Pardo Reyes  Note for the Record: For additional minutes referencing Item Number RE.3, please  Chair King: And at this time, may Ihave ai motion) for RE.3, RE -  Commissioner Gabela: Motion. Commissioner Pardo: Second.  Chair King: Wait, let me read them out. RE.3, RE.8, RE.9, RE.10, RE.11, and RE.12.  Commissioner. Pardo: I'di like to pull RE.11. Chair King: Okay. We' I pull RE.11.So--  Todd. B.. Hannon (City Clerk): And Chair, my apologies, RE.10 will be as amended. Chair King: As amended. Okay, let me read that again. RE.3, RE.8, RE.9 and RE.12.  Motion?  Commissioner Gabela: Motion. Mr. Hannon: And. RE.10.  Chair King: And RE.10, I'm sorry. RE. 10. May I have ai motion? Vice Chair Carollo: Okay, hold on. RE.7 was withdrawn? Chair King: Yes, and RE.41 was withdrawn.  City of Miami  Page. 36  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  Vice Chair Carollo: And RE.6, Iasked for it to be UNINTELLIGIBLE) to go over it Chair King: Right, and A pulled. RE.5 and Commissioner Pardo pulled. RE -  quickly.  Commissioner Gabela: RE.5, 6, and 11 are pulled. Chair King: 5, 6, and. 11. Thank you. Vice Chair Carollo: Yeah, and. RE.4i is withdrawn also.  Chair King: Yes. Vice Chair Carollo: Alright.  Chair King: Alright, so Ihave ai motion and a second, all inj favor?  The Commission (Collectively): Aye. Chair King: Carries unanimously. Yeah.  City of Miami  Page. 37  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission RE.4 16125 Commissioners and Mayor  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  RESOLUTION  AI RESOLUTION OF THE MIAMI CITY COMMISSION SUSPENDING UPFRONT PAYMENT OF LEGAL FEES FOR CURRENT AND FORMER ELECTED OFFICIALS IN CASES WHERE OUTSIDE COUNSEL IS REQUIRED DUE TO CONFLICTS OF INTEREST, EXCEPT IN EMERGENCIES AS DETERMINED BY THE CITY ATTORNEY; DIRECTING THE CITY ATTORNEY TO REVIEW AND RECOMMEND WITHIN SIXTY (60) DAYS FROM THE DATE OF THIS RESOLUTION WHETHER TO CONTINUE SUCH ENGAGEMENTS ON A CASE-BY-CASE BASIS; FURTHER DIRECTING THE CITY ATTORNEY TO REVIEW FUTURE CASES INVOLVING CURRENT OR FORMER ELECTED OFFICIALS THAT REQUIRE OUTSIDE COUNSEL DUE TO CONFLICTS OF INTEREST AND RECOMMEND WHETHER TO ENGAGE OUTSIDE COUNSEL, INCLUDING ESTIMATED COSTS, AND TO PROCEED IFTHERE ARE NO OBJECTIONS FROM THE CITY COMMISSION, EXCEPT IN EMERGENCIES AS DETERMINED BY THE CITY ATTORNEY; DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO COLLABORATE WITH THE CITY'S INSURANCE BROKER TO EVALUATE WHETHER ITI ISI FINANCIALLY PRUDENT AND FEASIBLE TO OBTAIN NEW PUBLIC OFFICIALS & EMPLOYMENT PRACTICE AND LAW ENFORCEMENT LIABILITY POLICIES WITH AN ALTERNATE INSURANCE CARRIER ANDT TO PRESENT HIS FINDINGS WITHIN NINETY (90) DAYS FROM THE DATE OF THIS RESOLUTION; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.  MOTION TO: RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: AYES: ABSENT: "Order of the Day.' "  Withdraw WITHDRAWN Miguel Angel Gabela, Commissioner Damian Pardo, Commissioner King, Carollo, Gabela, Pardo Reyes  Note for the Record: For minutes referencing Item Number RE.4, please see  City of Miami  Page. 38  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission RE.5 16653 Commissioners and Mayor  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  RESOLUTION  AF RESOLUTION OF THE MIAMI CITY COMMISSION, WITH ATTACHMENTIS), ALLOCATING AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS FROM THE DISTRICT 1 COMMISSIONERS SHARE OF THE CITY OF MIAMI'S MIAMI FORI EVERYONE ("MFE")P PROGRAM INA A TOTAL AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED FOUR HUNDRED FOUR THOUSAND, SEVEN HUNDRED TWENTY-SEVEN AND 00/100 DOLLARS $404,727.00)FUNDS)FOR THE PROVISION OF A ELECTRIC MICRO TRANSPORTATION SERVICE FOR THE ALLAPATTAH NEIGHBORHOOD TO BE KNOWN AS "DISTRICT 1 MICROTRANSIT INITIATIVE" ("PROJECT'); AUTHORIZING THE EXPENDITURE OF THE HEREIN APPROPRIATED FUNDS IN THE PROCUREMENT OF GOODS AND SERVICES BY AWARD OR CONTRACT FOR THE SAME BY THE CITY COMMISSION FOLLOWING THE USE, IF APPLICABLE, OF COMPETITIVE NEGOTIATIONS UNLESS THE AWARD OF SUCH CONTRACT BY THE CITY MANAGER IS EXPRESSLY ALLOWED UNDER CHARTER AND CITY CODE PROVISIONS; RATIFYING, APPROVING, AND CONFIRMING CERTAIN NECESSARY ACTIONS BY THE CITY MANAGER AND DESIGNATED CITY DEPARTMENTS IN ORDER TO UPDATE AND AMEND THE CAPITAL PLAN, THE CITY'S ADOPTED OPERATING BUDGET, RELEVANT FINANCIAL CONTROLS AND COMPUTER SYSTEMS INCONNECTION THEREWITH, FORI PROJECT CLOSE-OUTS, AND FOR GRANTS AND OTHER FUNDING SOURCES IN PROGRESS IN CONNECTION HEREWITH; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO NEGOTIATE AND EXECUTE ANY AND. ALL DOCUMENTS NECESSARY, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO AGREEMENTS, MODIFICATIONS, AND AMENDMENTS, ALL IN FORMS ACCEPTABLE TO THE CITY ATTORNEY, FOR SAID PURPOSE; PROVIDING FOR. AN EFFECTIVE DATE. ENACTMENT NUMBER: R-24-0378  MOTION' TO: RESULT: MOVER: SEÇONDER: AYES: ABSENT:  Adopt ADOPTED Miguel Angel Gabela, Commissioner Christine King, Commissioner King, Carollo, Gabela, Pardo Reyes  Note for the Record: For additional minutes referencing Item Number. RE.5, please Chair King: Now I'm going to ask my colleagues, are there any items on the Resolution agenda that you would like to pull for discussion? That would be RE.1  see "Public Comments for all Item(s)." through RE.12, with RE.4 and 71 withdrawn. Commissioner. Pardo: RE.11. Chair King: Wait a second. Wait a second.  George Wysong (City Attorney): RE.1 and RE.2 are quasi-judicial. mitigations.  Vice Chair Carollo: Yeah.  City of Miami  Page. 39  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  Chair King: Right, right. I know. I know. Those are mitigations. I know that. And Todd B. Hannon (City Clerk): And my apologies. RE.10 will need to be heard after  RE.10isaj four-fifths. EM.1. Mr. Wysong: Yes. Commissioner. Pardo: Correct.  Chair King: Oh, that's right. Okay. So, we'll) hold out RE.10. Vice Chair Carollo: If we could pull RE.6 to getj further clarification on it.  Chair King: Okay. Idi like toj pull RE.5. Vice Chair Carollo: Okay. Commissioner Gabela: That's my item. Chair King: Yeah, Iknow. [Later...]  Chair King: So, may Ihave a motion toj pass RE.5? Commissioner Gabela: Motion. Chair King: Second. Alli in favor? The Commission (Collectively):. Aye. Chair King: Motion carries. Commissioner Gabela: Thank you.  City of Miami  Page 40  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission RE.6 16668 Commissioners and Mayor  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  RESOLUTION  AI RESOLUTION OF THE MIAMI CITY COMMISSION PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 62/ARTICLE XIII/DIVISION 1/SECTION 62-521(B)(3) OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA, AS AMENDED, TITLED PLANNING AND ZONINGPLANNING AND ZONING APPROVAL FOR TEMPORARY USES AND OCCUPANCIES; PERMIT REQUREDTEMPORARY EVENT PERMITSTEMPORARY EVENTS IN GENERAL," WAIVING THE TIME LIMITATION OF TEN (10) TEMPORARY EVENTS FOR A MAXIMUM OF TWO (2) WEEKS EACH PER YEAR ON PUBLIC PROPERTY FOR SPECIAL EVENTS THAT ARE HELD AT 3385 PAN AMERICAN DRIVE, MIAMI, FLORIDA, FROM OCTOBER1, 2024 THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2024, WITH CONDITIONS AS  STATED HEREIN.  ENACTMENT NUMBER: R-24-0379  MOTIONT TO: RESULT: MOVER: SEÇONDER: AYES: ABSENT: see Item Number. RE.5. information on RE.6? Vice Chair Carollo: Yes. Chair King: Not yet. Vice Chair Carollo: To be included -- Commissioner Gabela: Okay.  Adopt with Modification(s) ADOPTED WITH MODIFICATION/S) Joe Carollo, Commissioner Damian Pardo, Commissioner King, Carollo, Gabela, Pardo Reyes  Note for the Record: For additional minutes referencing Item Number. RE.6, please Chair King: Okay, I no longer need to discuss RE.5. You wanted to get some  Commissioner Gabela: So, should Imake a motion for RE.5?  Vice Chair Carollo: - on RE.6, the only question that I have is this is not, going to include any of the grass area in the Regatta Park, whatsoever. Am Icorrect in that? Commissioner Pardo: I don't know if it includes the grass ared. I know it's for the Vice Chair Carollo: Yeah, but -- well. Okay, so I thought you might know. Let me go  Latin Grammys and Amigos for Kids. tot the administration, see ift they know. Commissioner. Pardo: Or the Mayor's Office.  Vice Chair Carollo: Yeah, okay. Mr. Manager, I just want to make sure that what we' 're approving here, is for inside the hangars and not so that we use up to 20 weeks out of the year, all the grass area in Regatta Park, and we. just got it looking really  green now, and then get it torn up non-stop.  City of Miami  Page 41  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  Arthur Noriega (City Manager): Yeah, that's thei intent, sir.  Vice Chair Carollo: Okay, SO can we include in this that this is not for the grass area  in Regatta Park?  Mr. Noriega: You sponsored thei item, Imean.  Commissioner. Pardo: Well, and then the Mayor's Office as well. So,1-- Mr. Noriega: Yeah, I'm assuming - are. youj fine with that? Commissioner. Pardo: Idon' t1 want to give that opinion until Iknow the ared.  Mr. Noriega: Oh, okay. Vice Chair Carollo: Okay, can we -- Commissioner. Pardo: So, Ineed to. see it on ai map.  Mr. Noriega: Yeah.  Vice Chair Carollo: - can we leave it then for later? Until we, get the answer.  Commissioner Pardo: I'm okay with that. Vice Chair Carollo: Okay. Chair King: Okay. [Later...]  Commissioner. Pardo: I'm okay deferring it.  Chair King: Mr. City Attorney, would you please read the titles of SR.1 and SR.2 for the record? I'm sorry, I see one of my colleagues would like to say something. Commissioner Pardo: On RE.6, could we bring that back? I was able to see a map  Commissioner. Pardo.  and it won' 't impact any grass or anything else.  Chair King: Absolutely. willl be used.  Vice Chair Carollo: If we could vote on that with the map that you and I both were given as an attachment and that will include no area -- no grass area of Regatta Park  Commissioner. Pardo: I'mj fine with that. Vice Chair Carollo: Okay. Vice Chair Carollo: So, I--  Arthur. Noriega (City Manager): Correct, Commissioner.  Mr. Noriega: And it's been. submitted to the clerk for the record.  City of Miami  Page 42  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  Vice Chair Carollo: Yeah. Iwill make the motion. Chair King: So, Ihave a motion for RE.6-- Commissioner. Pardo: Second. Chair King: -- as amended. Alli inj favor? The Commission (Collectively): Aye. Chair King: Motion carries. RESOLUTION  RE.7 16669 Commissioners and Mayor  ARESOLUTION OF THE MIAMI CITY COMMISSION URGING THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION AND PUBLIC WORKS TRAFFIC DIVISION ("COUNTY)TO RESTRICT VEHICULAR. ACCESS TO FLAGLER STREET, FROM BISCAYNE BLVD TO NORTHEAST: 2 AVENUE, ON WEEKENDS FRIDAY-SUNDAY) ANDI FOR OTHER STREET EVENTS THAT MAY OCCUR FROM TIME TO TIME, FOR Al PERIOD OF ONE  YEAR. MOTION TO: RESULT: MOVER: SEÇONDER: AYES: ABSENT: "Order of the Day.' "  Withdraw WITHDRAWN Miguel Angel Gabela, Commissioner Damian Pardo, Commissioner King, Carollo, Gabela, Pardo Reyes  Note for the Record: For minutes referencing Item Number RE.7, please see  City of Miami  Page 43  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission RE.8 16632 Department of Real Estate and Asset Management  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  RESOLUTION  AI RESOLUTION OF THE MIAMI CITY COMMISSION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO NEGOTIATE AND EXECUTE A TEMPORARY ACCESS AGREEMENT (AGREEMENT), IN AFORM ACCEPTABLE TO THE CITY ATTORNEY, WITH BRIGHTLINE TRAINS FLORIDA LLC ("BRIGHTLINE") AND ITS CONSULTANT, SCS ENGINEERS ("SCS"), FOR A PERIOD NOT TOI EXCEED FORTY-FIVE (45) DAYS FROM THE EFFECTIVE DATE OF THE AGREEMENT, TO ACCESS CITY OF MIAMI ("CITY)OWNED REAL PROPERTY IDENTIFIED AS FOLIO NUMBER 01-0100-000-0555 ("PROPERTY") FOR THE COLLECTION OF SOIL SAMPLES AND THE INSTALLATION: AND SAMPLING OF A SHALLOW GROUNDWATER MONITORING WELL, AS REQUIRED BY MIAMI- DADE COUNTY DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES MANAGEMENT ("DERM"); FURTHER AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO NEGOTIATE AND EXECUTE ANY AND ALL NECESSARY DOCUMENTS, INCLUDING AMENDMENTS AND MODIFICATIONS TO THE AGREEMENT AS MAY BE NECESSARY TO EFFECTUATE SAID AGREEMENT, ALL IN FORMS ACCEPTABLE TO THE CITY ATTORNEY AND IN COMPLIANCE WITH ALL APPLICABLE LAWS, RULES, AND REGULATIONS.  ENACTMENT NUMBER: R-24-0380  MOTION TO: RESULT: MOVER: SEÇONDER: AYES: ABSENT: Number. RE.3. RESOLUTION  Adopt ADOPTED Miguel Angel Gabela, Commissioner Damian Pardo, Commissioner King, Carollo, Gabela, Pardo Reyes  Note for the Record: For minutes referencing Item Number RE.8, please see Item  RE.9 16678 Commissioners and Mayor  AI RESOLUTION OF THE MIAMI CITY COMMISSION PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 62/ARTICLE XIII/DIVISION 1/SECTION 62-521(B)(3) OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA, AS AMENDED, TITLED PLANNING AND. ZONINGPLANNING AND ZONING APPROVAL FOR TEMPORARY USES AND OCCUPANCIES; PERMIT REQUIREDTEMPORARY EVENT PERMITSTEMPORARY EVENTS IN GENERAL, WAIVING THE TIME LIMITATION OF TEN (10) TEMPORARY EVENTS FOR A MAXIMUM OF TWO (2) WEEKS EACH PER YEAR ON PUBLIC PROPERTY FOR: 2024 CARNIVAL EVENTS TO BE HELD. AT THE 9TH STREET MALL INH HISTORIC OVERTOWN FROM OCTOBER 10 THROUGH OCTOBER 14, 2024, WITH CONDITIONS AS  STATED HEREIN.  ENACTMENT NUMBER: R-24-0381  City of Miami  Page 44  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission  Meeting Minutes Adopt ADOPTED Miguel Angel Gabela, Commissioner Damian Pardo, Commissioner King, Carollo, Gabela, Pardo Reyes  September 26, 2024  MOTION TO: RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: AYES: ABSENT: Number. RE.3. RESOLUTION  Note for the Record: For minutes referencing Item Number RE.9, please see Item  RE.10 16604 Commissioners and Mayor  Al RESOLUTION OF THE MIAMI CITY COMMISSION, BY AI FOUR- FIFTHS (4/5THS) AFFIRMATIVE VOTE PURSUANT TO SECTION 54-137 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA, AS AMENDED ("CITY CODE"), CODESIGNATING THE PORTION OF AVIATION. AVENUE EXTENDING SOUTHEAST FROM THE INTERSECTION OF AVIATION AVENUE AND SOUTHBAYSHORE DRIVE, MIAMI, FLORIDA, AS' MONTY TRAINER WAY," IN HONOR OF MONTY TRAINER AND HIS SIGNIFICANT CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE COCONUT GROVE COMMUNITY; FURTHER DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO TRANSMIT A CERTIFIED COPY OF THIS RESOLUTION TO THE HEREIN DESIGNATED OFFICIALS; AND  PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. ENACTMENT NUMBER: R-24-0382  MOTION TO: RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: AYES: ABSENT:  Adopt with Modification(s) ADOPTED WITH MODIFICATION/S) Miguel Angel Gabela, Commissioner Damian Pardo, Commissioner King, Carollo, Gabela, Pardo Reyes  Note for the Record: For minutes referencing Item Number RE.10, please see "Public Comments for all Item(s)", "Order of the Day", Item Number RE.3, and  Item Number RE.5.  City of Miami  Page 45  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission RE.11 16670 Outside Counsel  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  RESOLUTION  AF RESOLUTION OF THE MIAMI CITY COMMISSION, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT WITH THE MAD ROOM LLC D/B/A BALL AND CHAIN, ALTOS MEXICANO, LLC D/B/A TAQUERIAS EL MEXICANO, LITTLE HAVANA ARTS BUILDING, LLC, ANDLA GRAN FIESTA, LLC (THE "MAD ROOMI LITIGATION SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT'). AND NEGOTIATE. AND EXECUTE ANY AND. ALL NECESSARY DOCUMENTS, IN A FORM ACCEPTABLE TO THE CITY ATTORNEY, FOR THE PURPOSES STATED HEREIN; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT AND RELEASE WITH QBE SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY (THE "QBE SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT) WITH RESPECT TO QBE PUBLIC OFFICIALS AND EMPLOYMENT PRACTICES LIABILITY POLICY # QP001103-04 ISSUED TO THE CITY; POLICY PERIOD 11/01/20 TO 11/01/21 (THE "POLICY"); FURTHER. AUTHORIZING THE DIRECTOR OF FINANCE TO MAKE OR DIRECT PAYMENT, PURSUANT TO THE TERMS OF THE MAD ROOMI LITIGATION SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT, IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED TWELVE MILLION FIVE HUNDRED THOUSAND DOLLARS ANDI NO CENTS ($12,500,000.00) ("SETTLEMENT AMOUNT)TO MAD ROOM PLAINTIFFS, AS DEFINED BELOW, WITHOUT ADMISSION OF LIABILITY, INI FULL AND COMPLETE SETTLEMENT OF ALL CLAIMS AND CONTROVERSIES THAT WERE RAISED OR THAT COULD HAVE BEEN RAISED IN THE CASE STYLED THE MAD ROOM LLC D/B/A BALL AND CHAIN, ALTOS MEXICANO, LLC D/B/A TAQUERIAS EL MEXICANO, LITTLE HAVANA ARTS BUILDING, LLC, AND LA GRAN FIESTA, LLC V. CITY OF MIAMI, CASE NO. 21-CV-23485-RKA, PENDING IN THE UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT FOR THE SOUTHERN DISTRICT OF FLORIDA, AS FOLLOWS: (A) INITIAL PAYMENT OF NINE MILLION DOLLARS AND NO CENTS ($9,000,000.00) ("INITIAL PAYMENT") DELIVERED BY OR ON BEHALF OF THE CITY ON OR BEFORE NOVEMBER 8, 2024; AND (B) PAYMENT OF AN AMOUNT EQUAL TO THE REMAINING BALANCE OF THE SETTLEMENT AMOUNT AFTER REDUCTION FOR THE INITIAL PAYMENT AND THE DOLLAR AMOUNT OF ANY MITIGATION OR FORGIVENESS OF LIENS OR FINES IMPOSED ON ANY PLAINTIFF PRIOR TO AUGUST 12, 2024, DELIVERED BY OR ON BEHALF OF THE CITY ON OR BEFORE OCTOBER: 31, 2025; ALLOCATING FUNDS FROM ACCOUNT NO. 50001.301001.545014,000000000; AND  PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. ENACTMENT NUMBER: R-24-0390  MOTIONTO: RESULT: MOVER: SEÇONDER: AYES: NAYS:  Adopt ADOPTED Miguel Angel Gabela, Commissioner Damian Pardo, Commissioner King, Gabela, Pardo, Reyes Carollo  Vice Chair Carollo: Madam Chair? Madam Chair?  Chair King: Yes.  City of Miami  Page 46  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  Vice Chair Carollo: If and when RE.11 will be brought back, I would like for it to come back after the shade meeting that we're supposed to have on it.  Chair King: Is that okay?  Commissioner. Pardo: That's okay. Ithought the shade meeting was optional.  Vice Chair Carollo: You're right. Iti is optional, but -  Commissioner. Pardo: Okay. shade meeting. fora short time. Commissioner. Pardo: Okay. [Later...] is--  Vice Chair Carollo: - we have it on, and I think it would be beneficial if we have a  Chair King: At this time, we have, Ibelieve, one item remaining on our agenda, which  Todd B. Hannon (City Clerk): RE.11. Chair King: - RE.11. Chair King: It's the -- Commissioner. Pardo: The settlement. Commissioner Gabela: Oh, the settlement, yes.  Commissioner Gabela: What is RE.11?. Because Icame - sorry.  Chair King: RE.11 is the settlement, Madroom, LLC, and QBE (Queensland Insurance, Bankers' and Traders' Insurance Company, and Equitable Life and General. Insurance Company). Specialty Insurance Company. Do Ihave a motion? Commissioner. Pardo: Madam Chair, Idid want to add just -  Chair King: Please.  Commissioner Pardo: - one very quick thing, and that's that, you know, we' 've received a lot of feedback from residents, but mainly around the issue of accountability, meaning that, you know, times are tough. We've -- none of us are supporting any tax increases. We know what' 's happening with condoj fees, insurance, et cetera. And when they see a settlement, not maybe understanding the entire settlement, they see money, taxpayers' money, being used and applied for that. But what they don't see are the consequences involved from all of that. So, I'd like to make sure that when we do our charter review, we, put some consequences into that document. I don' 't know it's censure or I don' 't know ifit's, you know, removal from office. I don' 't know what the answer is, but I think it should be a staged kind of disciplinary action based on cost or any of it. I would just like to see it in charter Chair King: Okay. I would caution us to take measures like that, particularly when we' 're basing it on a particular situation, because, again, we live in a very litigious  review.  society, and we are all. subject to litigation.  City of Miami  Page 47  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  Commissioner. Pardo: Yeah.  Chair King: And because there' 's litigation doesn' 't mean that this lawsuit has merit, doesn' 't mean that it doesn' t have merit. And. Ijust want to balance that, the concerns of the community as well as our concerns as well as appropriately as we can do that, as fairly as we can do that considering the needs of our community, and you know, our residents, our taxpayers, all of that. Ihave ai motion and a second. Is there any -- Vice Chair Carollo: Madam Chair, Imissed what my colleague was. saying.  is there any) further discussion for this item?  Chair King: Okay, Ican have him say that again.  Commissioner Pardo: What I said was that residents have expressed concern about accountability when the City is taking. funds from general, fund and paying. for any kind of costs associated with litigation. And that in charter review, hopefully, we can address some kind of action with consequences for cases that we decide as a body  needj further action.  Vice Chair Carollo: What does that mean?  Commissioner. Pardo: A censure, removal from office, any kind of disciplinary action Vice Chair Carollo: But in this case, the accusations are going at, from our city manager on down, directors, police officers, firefighters, all kinds ofo our employees. Commissioner Pardo: Understood. And what I'm getting at is for any case where elected officials are involved, if there are consequences, those consequences should be. spelled out in our charter, and we. should look at that through charter review. Vice Chair Carollo: Okay, well, it's a statement that you' ve made some of your friends lost one big one in state court a few days ago, sO I could understand why  where it's merited.  you' 're bringing this up today.  Commissioner. Pardo: They' 're not) friends. Peoplel Iknow. can remind you how close off friends they are. Commissioner Gabela: Can I--? Chair King: Commissioner Gabela.  Vice Chair Carollo: Not) for today, but we' II get into that soon at another time so I  Commissioner Gabela: Yes, what I wanted to say was that we want to put this chapter behind us. The reason I'm voting. for this is because the benefits that we 're getting now Ithink outweigh the consequences in the near future, in the next one or two years of more litigation, more money being spent and the outcome -- there's no guarantee that the outcome is going to be any diferent. So, Ijust want to be on the record that for my part I'm doing it as I see my. fiduciary duty to save the, wherever I can,  taxpayer. money and Ijust wanted to) put that. Commissioner. Pardo: I'I also be. supporting it. Commissioner Gabela: Thank you.  City of Miami  Page 48  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  Commissioner Reyes: Madam Chair, and It think what Commissioner Gabela said, we all agree that this is the prudent -- some of us agree that this is the prudent thing to do  at this moment. So, call the roll. Vice Chair Carollo: Chair, I'u be brief.  Chair King: Ihave the City Attorney clocking us each atj five minutes. Vice Chair Carollo: Yeah, Iwon' 'te even need that.  Chair King: Perfect.  Vice Chair Carollo: Look, I respect the conclusion and opinions that my colleagues have come to. We basically have been advised by counsel that even ifthey would be - ifthey would prevail in anything minute, in the smallest little thing, they would be entitled to all their attorney's fees and costs. So, lunderstand why all of) youj feel this way. 1, however,. feel that this would be going to a Miami-Dade jury, not a Broward jury. And much more that I'd rather not get into it here. But the bottom line is that 1, out of principle, knowing that none of our employees in the city did anything wrong, and on the contrary, the history of these individuals was a history of violations, violations, violations, violations, not respecting our residents, and as we have numerous emails that were found back before I got here, employees that were protecting them, including one key employee from the office of the former mayor, Mr. Regalado. When you have emails that are coming. from one of the plaintiffs to a City employee in Planning, telling him, look into this, and it's a copy of a code violation that was posted in one ofl his properties. This was years before Iwas a commissioner again. And you cannot find that violation in any city. file anywhere, which means somebody disappeared it. And the only way. you know it existed, because he included the violation in that email. If that' 's not protection, Id don' 't know what is. When you have another former City employee in Code, years before I got here, as commissioner again, that took over a case, how he did it, we don' t know, from the original inspector that had cited them, and just before they go to Code Enforcement, he affirms that they had corrected everything. And the Manager already had confirmed that was totally untrue. Everything was still the same years later. When you have the right hand) for a former mayor that's sending an email, and he keeps sending emails because he couldn't get a hold of the guy, to warn him that Code had received information that they had key violations, that they were working without permits at night in one particular location. And here's the private cell number of the director of Code Enforcement, so you could call them and take care ofit. You could come to your own conclusion of what was going on, but these were aj few of the emails that were there. Anybody that would like to. see them, we' I be happy to provide them. So, having said that, and I promised I won' 't take the whole five minutes, for that reason, I will be voting no on this item with all the respect that I think that my colleagues should  deserve for the reasons that they will votej for. Commissioner. Reyes: And -- Chair King: Thank you.  Commissioner Reyes: - I want to add, by this settlement, there is no admission of George Wysong (City Attorney): There is no admission of liability. Correct, sir.  guilt, okay?. It doesn' 'tmean there is an admission ofguilt.  Commissioner. Reyes: Okay. Thank you.  City of Miami  Page 49  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  Chair King: All right. I have a motion. For the record, may I have the name of the  motion - the first motion?  Commissioner Gabela: Who did it?. DidIdoit? Chair King: Idontremember. So -- Commissioner Gabela: Okay, l'ldoi it. Commissioner. Pardo: Isecond. is the second. Alli inj favor? Commissioner. Reyes: Aye. Commissioner. Pardo: Aye. Commissioner Gabela: Aye. Chair King: Aye. Vice Chair Carollo: No. Chair King: Motion carries, 4-1. Commissioner. Reyes: 41 to 1, okay.  Chair King: So, Ihave Commissioner Gabela is the mover and Commissioner Pardo  Chair King: And that shall conclude the City of Miami Commission meeting for September 26, 2024. Thank you all for attending. Thank you for your advocacy as  always. RESOLUTION  RE.12 16680 Commissioners and Mayor  Al RESOLUTION OF THE MIAMI CITY COMMISSION COMBINING THE MARCH 13, 2025, ANDI MARCH: 27, 2025, CITY COMMISSION MEETINGS INTO ONE (1) MEETING TO BE HELD ON THURSDAY, MARCH 13, 2025, STARTING AT 9:00 A.M. TO BE HELD ATC CITY HALL, 3500 PAN AMERICAN DRIVE, MIAMI, FLORIDA; DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER AND THE CITY CLERK TO TAKE ANY AND ALL ACTIONS NECESSARY TO ENSURE' THAT THE PUBLIC IS PROPERLY NOTIFIED OF THE CHANGE IN  DATE.  ENACTMENT NUMBER: R-24-0383  MOTIONT TO: RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: AYES: ABSENT: Number. RE.3.  Adopt ADOPTED Miguel Angel Gabela, Commissioner Damian Pardo, Commissioner King, Carollo, Gabela, Pardo Reyes  Note for the Record: For minutes referencing Item Number. RE.12, please see Item  City of Miami  Page. 50  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission  Meeting Minutes END OF RESOLUTIONS  September 26, 2024  City of Miami  Page. 51  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  EM-E EMERGENCY ORDINANCE  EM.1 16655 Commissioners and Mayor  ORDINANCE  Emergency Ordinance  AN EMERGENCY ORDINANCE OF THE MIAMI CITY COMMISSION, BY A FOUR-FIFTHS (4/5THS) AFFIRMATIVE VOTE, AMENDING CHAPTER 54/ARTICLE IV OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA, AS AMENDED ("CITY CODE"), TITLED STREETS AND SIDEWALKSNAMING OF STREETS AND NUMBERING OF BUILDINGS," BY AMENDING SECTION 54-137, TITLED "STREET CODESIGNATION, TO ALLOW THAT THE REQUIREMENTS OF THAT SECTION MAY BE WAIVED BY A FOUR-FIFTHS (4/5THS) AFFIRMATIVE VOTE OF THE CITY COMMISSION; CONTAINING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING FOR AN IMMEDIATE EFFECTIVE DATE.  ENACTMENT NUMBER: 14317 MOTION TO: RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: AYES: ABSENT:  Adopt as an Emergency Measure ADOPTED AS AN EMERGENCY MEASURE Miguel Angel Gabela, Commissioner Joe Carollo, Commissioner King, Carollo, Gabela, Pardo Reyes  Note for the Record: Item EM.1 passed as an Emergency Ordinance with two roll calls. For the first roll call, a motion was made by Commissioner Gabela, seconded by Commissioner Carollo, and was passed unanimously to pass EM.1 as an Emergency Ordinance. The second roll call to pass EM.1 as an Emergency Ordinance is reflected above in the vote result box located underneath the enactment Note for the Record: For additional minutes referencing Item Number EM.1, Arthur Noriega (City Manager): Madam Chair, might I make a suggestion to maybe advance. EM.1?. So that you can take that item up at the same time.  number.  please see "Orderofthel Day.' "  Vice Chair Carollo: Which one? Mr. Noriega: EM.1. Chair King: EM.1.  Mr. Noriega: It's the naming street- - Chair King: Emergency -  Mr. Noriega: Because that one has to happen ahead of- Streets, so that we can pass RE.10, we have to take that upJ first.  Chair King: The Emergency Ordinance, Chapter 54, Street and Sidewalk Naming of  Commissioner Gabela: So, motion.  City of Miami  Page. 52  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  Chair King: So, Ihave a motion. Vice Chair Carollo: Second.  George Wysong (City Attorney): Ihave to read the title. Chair King: And Ihave a second.. Alli inj favorj for EM.1? The Commission (Collectively):. Aye. Mr. Wysong: Ihave to read the title.  Chair King: Wait, hold on, hold on, hold on. The City Attorney has to read something  into the record. Mr. Wysong: It's the title, yes. Vice Chair Carollo: The ordinance.  The Ordinance was read by title into the public record by the City Attorney. Chair King: Ihave a motion and a second.. Alli inj favor? The Commission (Collectively):. Aye. Mr. Wysong: Now, Madam Chair? Todd. B.. Hannon (City Clerk): So -- yes. Mr. Wysong: Because it's - yes. as second time?  Chair King: Motion carries unanimously, four-fifths. And Ineed to do it again -  Chair King: We need to do it again, SO would you please read the title into the record  Mr. Wysong: Thank you, Madam Chair. Chair King: Doi Ihave ai motion? Commissioner Gabela: Motion. Chair King: IIs second.. Alli inj favor? The Commission (Collectively): Aye.  The Ordinance was read by title into the public record by the City Attorney.  Chair King: Motion carries unanimously, satisfies the four-fifths. END OF EMERGENCY ORDINANCE  City of Miami  Page. 53  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  SR-S SECOND READING ORDINANCES  SR.1 16378 Commissioners and Mayor  ORDINANCE  Second Reading  AN ORDINANCE OF THE MIAMI CITY COMMISSION. AMENDING CHAPTER 2/ARTICLE X/SECTION. 2-825 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA, AS AMENDED, TITLED" ADMINISTRATONCODE ENFORCEMENTRIGHIS OF VIOLATORS; PAYMENT OF FINE; RIGHT TO APPEAL; FAILURE TO PAY AND CORRECT," TO INCREASE THE TIME TO APPEAL AN ISSUED INFRACTION FROM TEN (10) DAYS TO THIRTY (30) DAYS; CONTAINING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE AND PROVIDING  FOR AN IMMEDIATE EFFECTIVE DATE. ENACTMENT NUMBER: 14308 MOTION TO: RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: AYES:  Adopt ADOPTED Manolo Reyes, Commissioner Damian Pardo, Commissioner King, Carollo, Gabela, Pardo, Reyes  Notej for the Record: For additional minutes referencing Item Number SR.1, please see "Order ofthe Day"and "Public Comments for all Item(s)." George Wysong (City Attorney): Thank you, Madam Chair. SR.1. The Ordinance was read by title into the public record by the City Attorney. The Ordinance was read by title into the public record by the City Attorney. Mr. Wysong: And Ibelieve there's an amendment to SR.2.  Chair King: Mr. City Attorney.  Mr. Wysong:s SR.2.  Chair King: Yes.  Mr. Wysong: Would you like me to read the language that' 's being changed out?  Vice Chair Carollo: Yes. Chair King: Please.  Mr. Wysong: Okay, that' II be in Chapter 10, Building, Section 10-10I(m)(3)(a). The new language will be - it'll read, any single-family residence or duplex properties currently in default of an order of the Unsafe Structure Panel that was issued prior to April 15, 2022 and who has not already sought and obtained - and this is new language - an extension oft time or breach hearing or any new purchaser who has not already sought and obtained an extension of time or breach hearing on aj prior order, then may request a one-time post-hearing extension or time or breach hearing before the Unsafe Structure Panel if thej following conditions are met, then it lists conditions.  City of Miami  Page. 54  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  Vice Chair Carollo: Can you hold off for a minute, George? This all has to do with Mr. Wysong: Yes. It's single-family residence or duplex properties that it applies to.  residential, right?  Vice Chair Carollo: Okay, alright. Mr. Wysong: I'm: sorry. Commissioner Gabela: Can I--?  Mr. Wysong: Hold on. Let me clarify that answer with the Building Department. Jose Regalado: Good afternoon. Jose Regalado, assistant director of the Building Department. This item also includes a subsection for - if you let me open up my agenda -. for commercial properties. It allows them also to come in for a breach Vice Chair Carollo: Okay. This is what Iwas concerned about. That ifIdidn'taski the question, it would have been snuck on us, and we would have been approving something that wasn' 't before us. Iwill votej for residential, but Iwill not vote for this on commercial. It's a big difference with commercial. Commercial you have much more savvy individuals, investors, and then it could make aj joke out ofa lot of our ordinance that we have in the city. So, ift this wants to be left as. strictly residential, I will vote on it, even with the provision that I asked to be clarified on somebody buying. Buti it's residential, single family, duplexes, but not the area that was. snuck in  hearing after the property has been. sold at arm' 's length.  there on commercial. Chair King: Commissioner. Pardo?  Arthur Noriega (City Manager): For purposes of just full clarity here, the only way, and correct me ifI'm wrong - Jose or city attorney -- the only way you' 're even allowed this amnesty provision is because it's a - there's a property transfer, ownership transfer, arm' s length ownership transfer. So, this isn' tavailable to anyone that is an existing property owner that has an unsafe structure issue. Vice Chair Carollo: Yeah, but Mr. Manager, that! s a way of bad actors getting their money, getting aj friend, getting an associate to then come in and wink, wink, we 're buying itj from you, and they take over. So, ifthat provision is going to be in there,' be happy to listen to any other suggestions the administration has. I'I ask for the deferment then, if you want that time to sit with me and go over it. But again, it's one thing when you' re talking about residential. People that are buying single-family homes, duplexes, don' ' have that experience or not that savvy as investors in  commercial properties. Chair King: Commissioner. Pardo?  Commissioner Pardo: I was just wondering if you could share, just for my own knowledge, kind of the examples you' 're: seeing that brought this forward for us to look at today, because Idon' 't share the same view about commercial, properties. There are a lot of you know, small shops and a lot of situations and a lot of commercial properties that are different, and I don' ' know how many bad actors are playing in that space, but I'd like your perception as to what you see and what you' re dealing Mr. Regalado: Absolutely. There' 's been instances throughout the process and a loto of times that they will even reach out to the elected officials that they. just purchased a  with and why it's here before us.  City of Miami  Page. 55  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  new property. However, there' 's a pending demolition order or a pending item that has already gone past the breach time. So, even ifthey want to comply, they end up - Idon' 't know ifIcan say it, George - but they have to go the legal route to come into compliance. And there is no mechanism in the code that would allow that. Commissioner. Pardo: And City Attorney, what does that mean, the legal route? Mr. Wysong: So, they would have toj file, basically, injunctive relieft to stop our efforts and ask the court to intervene to allow them to) pull permits and things like that. Commissioner Pardo: So, from what you' re saying, that would take - it takes a long period of time, there are costs involved, it's, you know, onerous on the business of the  commercial; property.  Vice Chair Carollo: Yeah, but -- Chair?  Chair King: Hold on, hold on, because I think Commissioner Gabela wants to say  something as well.  Commissioner Gabela: Arej you --? Commissioner. Pardo: Oh, done.  Commissioner Gabela: So, give me a minute. So, what I - the reason we started talking about this months, you know, back is because all the complaints ofi people that came to our office because of this situation that you' 're talking about, that didn' 't have any avenue to) pursue, like there was a guy, ifIremember correctly in my district, 36th Street, Northwest. 23rd Street. They operate a - Ithink it's a nightclub or something. They did a carport, Idon' ' know if) you remember this, Wysong, and they did a carport without a permit, right? So, they got caught. Then they were going to demolish the permit, but then you guys wouldn' 't give them aj permit to demolish the permit, so the guy was stuck in limbo. And this is one of the things that we' re trying to remedy. I understand your concern, but Ifor one, that' 's one of the things that I'm trying to remedy. We had another guy that owned another house by close to Grapeland, and his- - because oft this, his house was going to be demolished. On a Monday, he showed up, on a Thursday, Marrero was able to help him. Andi in actual fact, we have made a mistake on that one, if you remember correctly. And SO, when we started brainstorming this months ago, my intention is to get that, you know, sorted out and leave these people some kind of an avenue that they can fix their problem. That's my  two cents worth. Vice Chair Carollo: Chair? Chair King: May I? Vice Chair Carollo: Sure.  Chair. King: So, Isponsored this item and where folks come in, we have we tend to just go demolish, demolish, demolish. We need to save our properties. Iti is happening across the United States where in cities that are -- where industrial cities and they have these buildings and now that purpose is no longer there. Instead of demolishing the building they are now refurbishing those buildings and turning those buildings into something beautiful while keeping the integrity of the building. I have constituents that have come to me, they purchased the property. Not -- it wasn'ta straw buyer, it wasn't what you' 're intending, because I'm not intending to do that. There's no other reason other than the previous owners didn' 't do what they were supposed to do, and the City issued a demolition order. They have come in, they' ve  City of Miami  Page. 56  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  brought the property, but there' 's no avenue. for them not to move. forward with the demolition. This legislation is intended to give property owners, new property owners, the right to. save the property and move. forward with it. It is not intended to. find a workaround for bad actors. And that' 's why Isupport - Isponsored this item, because Isee it happening in our district and I want to be able to preserve versus tear down. And that' 's part of what Ifeel is a disadvantage with Miami. It's such a young city. You don' ' see those historic properties that you see in San Francisco or other places or across the water in Barcelona. You see all of these beautiful structures that have been there for thousands of years, and you get to. Miami and you' 're lucky if you see something. for 50 years old. And that's what I'm trying to work against, and that's why I'm a sponsor oft this legislation. Ibelieve it's going to do more, good than harm. There' 's always a bad actor, a bad apple in every bunch. Butj for the most part, Ithink this is smart legislation and it will help across the board. Commissioner. Reyes would Commissioner Reyes: Yeah, first of all, I want to I'm sorry that I'm late. This morning, I got up with - my stomach was messed up and. I wanted to. stabilize myself before I got here. But I know that the city was in good hands with you, guys doing all the work. Ido agree with you, Madam Chair. That' 's why Icosponsored. And we are penalizing, we are penalizing some homeowners or people that buy properties that had previous violations, and we are not giving them the - Imean, we' 're not giving them a way out and try toj fix it. Ifwe granted - Commissioner Carollo, there could be a bad actor. There are bad actors anyplace, but a couple of few bad actors, we are also penalizing the rest oft the community. And I1 think that we 're here to help. We are here not toj persecute. We're here to help, try -. for the residents oft the city of1 Miami, and try to provide them an avenue. for correcting a wrong that was done most oft the times by the previous owner. To that effect, Idid propose ordinance, legislation, that every single purchase, or any single sale, real estate sale, had to be inspected for violations and it didn't pass. Fine, but this also is going to help. That's why I cosponsored that. And congratulations, Chairman King,. for thinking about this andI  like to speak. Welcome to the meeting, Commissioner. Reyes.  movei it.  Commissioner. Pardo: I'di like to. sponsor it as well, ifpossible. Chair King: Okay. Commissioner- Vice Chair.  Vice Chair Carollo: Look, I've agreed that for residential,. Ipersonally would vote. for it. I'm not talking about residential. I'm talking about the commercial. Let's be very clear here. There is no bank that is going to loan any money whatsoever unless the purchaseri is going to have the property be looked atj for any, past violations, any fines, any monies that are due. That's why they make you have title insurance. Title insurance willj find all that information out. So, since anyone on the investor. side, the commercial side, that would buy a property that has any such violations, would have been buying it knowing that because the title insurance would show that and no lending institution would give them the loan unless they have title insurance, is why I made the statement that I did. What I would suggest is divide it into two, make an ordinance for residential and then come back with an ordinance and maybe it could be tightened up a little more on the commercial. side that you want. But what Ididi not like was that I'm being given something here and I didn't read at all anything Chair King: IfImay offer, because Ihear what my Vice Chair is saying, can wei make this aj pilot) for a year, and if we see within aj year that it's going astray, we can come back and amend it. But ifthere is no evidence to show that anyone is taking advantage of this legislation, then we can pass it completely. Would that be agreeable to  pertaining to commercial, just residential.  everybody?  City of Miami  Page. 57  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  Commissioner. Reyes: Yes, ma' 'am. Imove it. Commissioner. Reyes: Imove it.  Vice Chair Carollo: Well, that' 's better than, you) know, what I'ms seeing here now. Vice Chair Carollo: If it could be brought back in a year's time, and if the administration could, when you bring it back, give us a list of all the commercial properties that have bought and have taken advantage oft this. Now, ifanyo ofyou think that I'm wrong, that they don' 't have to buy title insurance and they' 're buying these properties not knowing what they' 're getting into, please speak up. But this is the reality. Anybody that buys would have to get title insurance. And the title insurance policy, ift there' 's anything placed on the record in the courts, in the city, they will pick itup. Ifnot, they 're going to eat itd and they' 're going toj payJ fori it.  Commissioner. Reyes: Okay, Imove it. Chair King: So, as amended, George. Commissioner. Reyes: As amended.  Chair King: And IL believe there was another amendment that needed to be read into Todd B. Hannon (City Clerk): Yes, thank you, Chair. So, currently on the floor right now, there's 's a motion by Commissioner Reyes, seconded by Commissioner Pardo for SR.1 and SR.2. The mover and seconder have accepted City Attorney Wysong' 's amendment at approximately 11:28. They" 've also accepted the amendment at 11:42 regarding a pilot program. And then there' 's a third amendment involving a blank reference to an ordinance number on page 50 of the legislation, which needs to reflect  the record.  Ordinance. Number. 14307. Thank you, Chair. Vice Chair Carollo: What does that last one mean?  Mr. Hannon: There' 'sJ just a blank. There's a blank reference to an ordinance number. And SO, essentially, we're going to be filling that blank with Ordinance Number  14307.  Vice Chair Carollo: And what ordinance is that?  Mr. Hannon: That's the enactment number. for SR.2. It needs to be placed in the  legislation.  Chair King: So, Ihave ai motion and a second. Alli inj favor?  The Commission (Collectively):. Aye. Chair King: Motion carries unanimously. Mr. Regalado: Thank you.  City of Miami  Page. 58  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission SR.2 16379 Commissioners and Mayor  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  ORDINANCE  Second Reading  AN ORDINANCE OF THE MIAMI CITY COMMISSION. AMENDING CHAPTER 10/ARTICLE VI OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA, AS AMENDED, TITLED BUILDINGIUNSAFE STRUCTURES, TO PROVIDE FOR Al FURTHER AMNESTY FOR SINGLE FAMILY HOMES AS WELL AS AI PILOT PROGRAM FOR NEW COMMERCIAL PROPERTY PURCHASERS SUBJECT TO UNSAFE STRUCTURE PANEL ORDERS REQUIRING DEMOLITION THAT WERE ISSUED PRIOR TO PURCHASE; CONTAINING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE AND PROVIDING FOR  AN IMMEDIATE EFFECTIVE DATE. ENACTMENT NUMBER: 14307 MOTION TO: RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: AYES:  Adopt with Modification(s) ADOPTED WITHI MODIFICATION/S) Manolo Reyes, Commissioner Damian Pardo, Commissioner King, Carollo, Gabela, Pardo, Reyes  Note for the Record: For minutes referencing Item Number SR.2, please see  "Public Comments for all Item(s)"and. Item Number, SR.1.  SR.3 16177 Commissioners and Mayor  ORDINANCE  Second Reading  AN ORDINANCE OF THE MIAMI CITY COMMISSION. AMENDING CHAPTER 40/ARTICLE IV/DIVISION4 4 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA, AS AMENDED, TITLED PERSONNEL/PENSION AND RETIREMENT PLAN/CITY OF MIAMI ELECTED OFFICERS RETIREMENT TRUST"; MORE PARTICULARLY BY AMENDING SECTION 40-296, TITLED "APPLICABLE BENEFITS"; CONTAINING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; PROVIDING FOR AN IMMEDIATE EFFECTIVE DATE.  MOTIONTO: RESULT: MOVER: SEÇONDER: AYES: ABSENT:  Defer DEFERRED Miguel Angel Gabela, Commissioner Damian Pardo, Commissioner King, Carollo, Gabela, Pardo Reyes  Note for the Record: Item SR.3 was deferred to the October 10, 2024, City Note for the Record: For minutes referencing Item Number SR.3, please see  Commission Meeting.  "Order of the Day"and "Public Comments for all. Item(s)." END OF SECOND READING ORDINANCES  City of Miami  Page. 59  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  FR-F FIRST READING ORDINANCES  FR.1 16605 City Manager's Office  ORDINANCE  First Reading  AN ORDINANCE OF THE MIAMI CITY COMMISSION REPEALING CHAPTER 11.5OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA, AS AMENDED, TITLED "CIVILIAN COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION AND REVIEW," INI ITS ENTIRETY; FURTHER AMENDING CHAPTER 18/ARTICLE III, TITLED FINANCE/CITY OF MIAMI PROCUREMENT ORDINANCE," SPECIFICALLY BY AMENDING SECTION 18-72, TITLED "APPLICATION AND EXCLUSIONS," AND SECTION 18-74, TITLED "CONE OF SILENCE," TO REMOVE REFERENCES THERETO; CONTAINING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING FOR AN IMMEDIATE EFFECTIVE  DATE. MOTION' TO: RESULT: MOVER: SEÇONDER: AYES: FR.1?  Pass on First Reading PASSED ON FIRST READING Manolo Reyes, Commissioner Damian Pardo, Commissioner King, Carollo, Gabela, Pardo, Reyes  Chair King: Mr. City Attorney, would you please read the title into the record for  George Wysong (City Attorney): FR.1.  The Ordinance was read by title into the public record by the City Attorney. Chair King: Would anyone like to discuss FR.1 before we vote?  Commissioner. Pardo: Iwould. Chair King: Go ahead.  Commissioner Pardo: With FRI, I've noticed that our conversations and the conversations the public are having are very, very, very different. So, I want to make sure that as a city, we' 're addressing how the CIP, the Civilian Investigative Panel, becomes the chief's advisory board and how we have. fail-safes there to make sure that if ever we are kind of going back in time with some, procedures that we actually catch them, that we have some mechanism where we are understanding the public's concern and people' 's concern about the best - being the best enforcement agency  and holding those principles and values above everything else.  Commissioner. Reyes: Madam Chair? Chair King: Commissioner. Reyes?  Commissioner. Reyes: Yes, now that Is see Chief, Chief Manny, could you please come to the podium? Remember that when we were discussing this item, you informed us that there is an advisory board that you - actually, you have it. And one of my requests was to try to enhance it with residents of all the neighborhoods in the city of Miami and meet regularly in order to provide the residents with a voice that - or a  City of Miami  Page 60  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  vehicle where they can place either the complaints or they can. suggest a better police action or whatever the problem is. Find out whatever the problem is. Manuel. Morales (Chief of Police): Yeah, Commissioner, good morning.  Commissioner. Reyes: Morning.  Mr. Morales: Manny Morales, Chiefof Police. So, as we discussed andi we gave at the agenda briefings, we 've had the community advisor - the Chief's Advisory Panel since 2021 when I took office. And we have a wide breadth of representation from throughout the city. Wel have the Circle of- - members from the Circle of1 Brotherhood, Parents of Murdered Children. We have members from our LGBTQ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer) community, which Commissioner Pardo, before he took office, was a member of my panel. And we have regular residents, homeowners from down in Shenandoah. So, we have a variety of individuals. And the way that we' 've been using it, it's pretty much what we would see the Civilian Investigative Panel, their duties and responsibilities, minus the investigations, which is what the  new. state. statute does, right? Commissioner. Reyes: That'sn right.  Mr. Morales: So, they have the ability to kind of sit down and advise me on policies and procedures or give me their insight. And what Itruly use them for is to be able to show them incidents that are sensitive in nature, right? So, ifIhave a use off force, an officer involved. shooting, I get those videos and Ikind of bring them in and I use them asas sound board and get how the community. feels, right? Because they are part of our community; they' 're members from our community. Andi listen, I've been fortunate enough to get) folks that that are not yes individuals, that will absolutely give me their raw, unfiltered opinion on what the shootings are. And. I'm able to kind of modify not only departmental policies, procedures, and behavior. So, it's something definitely that I'mj fully committed, for. As the new statute takes place, or takes into effect, what we' re doing now is kind of formalizing it, right? So, we're putting in departmental orders to kind of guide what the breadth of responsibility will be and how they 're going to be able to give that input, not only to me, but that I would further share with  the City Manager and the elected officers of the city. Chair King: Commissioner. Pardo?  Commissioner Pardo: I just wanted to commend you because I did serve on that board and the activists there or the advocates are all very vocal, they 're all very - and you respected that all the time, and as you. just said, you would. show the cases that were - could be conflictive, could have other issues around them. So, Ithink you were already doing that before we. got to this point. Ijust think at this point as a city, we need to do a goodj job ofcommumicating that to the public so they realize the work that we' ve already been doing and make sure we have aj fail-safe mechanism so that if you leave the office and someone else comes in, what is there, you know, to make. sure that we are responding to residents and that they understand that we' re on it, we' 're Mr. Morales: Absolutely. It will serve as a safety net and what we' II do is at the end of the year, as we do with many of our other units, we 'l put a report together of what cases were reviewed, what actions, what recommendations they kind of put forward to the administration. So, we'll make sure it doesn't fall through the gaps, Chair King: lagree. Thank you, Chief. What I don' 't want to see ever is that voices are. silenced in our community, particularly with our police. While you do an amazing  on top ofit.  Commissioner.  City of Miami  Page 61  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  job, Ithink our officers do an amazing job, there still is a place for our citizens to have a voice. The incident that happened a couple of weeks ago at the Dolphin Stadium, and that, you know, went viral because everybody has a phone with a camera, and it would be a shame if we weren' 't able to voice our concerns. for the conduct. And the State has really tied our hands with our civilian independent panel. Itis no doing of any of us on this commission. We. supported CIP.Isupported CIP. And they did valuable work, but the State has made legislation so that that is not possible. for us to continue in the form that it was. But I'm glad that you continue yours. You' 're very accountable to the community. You listen to the community, and the community will continue to have a voice. So, Isupport this item.  Mr. Morales: Thank you. Commissioner. Reyes: Move it. Chair King: Ihave a motion. Commissioner. Pardo: Second. Chair King: Second. Alli inj favor? The Commission (Collectively): Aye. Mr. Morales: Thank you. Chair King: Passes unanimously. ORDINANCE  FR.2 14354 Office of the City Attorney  First Reading  AN ORDINANCE OF THE MIAMI CITY COMMISSION, AMENDING CHAPTER 2/ARTICLE /SECTION 2-33 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA, AS AMENDED, TITLED ADMNISTRATONMAYOR AND CITY COMMISSIONORDER OF BUSINESS AND RULES OF PROCEDURE," TOI ESTABLISH PROCEDURAL REQUIREMENTS FOR VOTE OUTCOMES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TOI MOTIONS THAT DOI NOT OBTAIN Al MAJORITY OF VOTES; MAKING FINDINGS; CONTAINING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING FOR  AN EFFECTIVE DATE. MOTION TO: RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: AYES: ABSENT: "Order oft the Day.' "  Withdraw WITHDRAWN Miguel Angel Gabela, Commissioner Damian Pardo, Commissioner King, Carollo, Gabela, Pardo Reyes  Note for the Record: For minutes referencing Item Number FR.2, please see  City of Miami  Page 62  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission FR.3 16245 Commissioners and Mayor  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  ORDINANCE  First Reading  AN ORDINANCE OF THE MIAMI CITY COMMISSION. AMENDING CHAPTER 2/ARTICLE IV/DIVISION 2/SECTION2-212 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA, AS AMENDED, TITLED ADMINISTRATIONDEPARTMENTS/PLANNING, BUILDING, AND ZONING DEPATMENTRESERVEDFTO CREATE Al NEW SECTION 2-212, TITLED "CERTIFICATE OF RE-OCCUPANCY FOR SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENCES PRIOR TO RESALE,"TO ALLOW FOR INSPECTIONS BY THE CITY OF MIAMI CODE COMPLIANCE DEPARTMENT TO DETERMINE WHETHER ANY CURRENT ZONING VIOLATIONS EXIST ON THE PROPERTY AND TO DETERMINE IF THE PROPERTY USAGE IS AS ALLOWED BY LAW; CONTAINING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE AND PROVIDING  FOR A THIRTY DAY EFFECTIVE DATE.  MOTION TO: RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: AYES: ABSENT: "Order of the Day.' "  Withdraw WITHDRAWN Miguel Angel Gabela, Commissioner Damian Pardo, Commissioner King, Carollo, Gabela, Pardo Reyes  Note for the Record: For minutes referencing Item Number FR.3, please see  END OF FIRST READING ORDINANCE  City of Miami  Page 63  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  AC-ATTORNEYCLENT SESSION ATTORNEY-CLENT SESSION  AC.1 16672 Office of the City Attorney  UNDER THE PARAMETERS OF SECTION: 286.011(8), FLORIDA STATUTES, AF PRIVATE ATTORNEY-CLIENT SESSION WILL BE CONDUCTED ATTHE SEPTEMBER 26, 2024, MIAMI CITY COMMISSION MEETING. THE PERSON CHAIRING THE CITY COMMISSION MEETING WILL ANNOUNCE THE COMMENCEMENT OF AN ATTORNEY-CLIENT SESSION, CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC, FOR PURPOSES OF DISCUSSING THE PENDING LITIGATION IN THE MATTERS OF THE MAD ROOMI LLC D/B/A BALL AND CHAIN, ALTOS MEXICANO, LLC D/BATAQUERIAS EL MEXICANO, LITTLE HAVANA. ARTS BUILDING, LLC, ANDI LA GRAN FIESTA, LLCV.CITY OF MIAMI, CASE NO.21-CV23485RKA, PENDING IN THE UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT FOR THE SOUTHERN DISTRICT OF FLORIDA; TOWER HOTEL, LLC, Al FLORIDA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY PIEDRA VILLAS, LLC, Al FLORIDA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, BEATSTIK, LLC, Al FLORIDA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY EL: SHOPPING, LLC, AF FLORIDA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, AND' YO AMO CALLE SIETE, LLC, Al FLORIDA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY V. CITY OF MIAMI, CASE NO. 2022-008069-CA-4, PENDING IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE ELEVENTHJUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN ANDI FORI MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AND TOWER HOTEL, LLC, AI FLORIDA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY PIEDRA VILLAS, LLC, AF FLORIDA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, BEATSTIK, LLC,A A FLORIDA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY EL SHOPPING, LLC, AF FLORIDA LIMITEDI LIABILITY COMPANY, AND YO AMO CALLE SIETE, LLC, A FLORIDA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY' V. CITY OF MIAMI, CASE NO. 3D23-285, PENDING IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF APPEAL OF THE STATE OF FLORIDA, THIRDI DISTRICT, TO WHICH THE CITY IS PRESENTLYAP PARTY. THE SUBJECT OF THE MEETING WILL BE CONFINED TO SETTLEMENT NEGOTIATIONS OR STRATEGY SESSIONS RELATED TO LITIGATION EXPENDITURES. THIS PRIVATE MEETING WILL BEGIN AT APPROXIMATELY 10:00 A.M. (OR AS SOON THEREAFTER. AS THE COMMISSIONERS SCHEDULES PERMIT) AND CONCLUDE APPROXIMATELY ONE HOUR LATER. THE SESSION WILL BE ATTENDED BY THE MEMBERS OF THE CITY COMMISSION, WHICH INCLUDE THE CHAIRWOMAN CHRISTINE KING, VICE-CHAIRMAN. JOE CAROLLO, COMMISSIONERS MIGUEL. ANGEL GABELA, MANOLO REYES, ANDI DAMIAN PARDO; THE CITY MANAGER, ARTHUR NORIEGA, V; THE CITY ATTORNEY, GEORGE K. WYSONG III; CHIEF DEPUTY CITY ATTORNEY JOHN A. GRECO; DEPUTY CITY ATTORNEY KEVIN R. JONES, ASSISTANT CITY ATTORNEYS ERIC EVES, AND MARGUERITE SNYDER, AND CITY OF MIAMI'S OUTSIDE COUNSEL RAQUEL A. RODRIGUEZ ESQ. AND ANGEL A. CORTINAS, ESQ. A CERTIFIED COURT REPORTER WILL BE PRESENTTOI ENSURE THAT THE SESSION ISI FULLY TRANSCRIBED AND1 THE TRANSCRIPT WILL BE MADE PUBLIC UPON THE CONCLUSION OF THE ABOVE-CITED, ONGOING LITIGATION. ATTHE CONCLUSION OF THE ATTORNEY- CLIENT SESSION, THE REGULAR CITY COMMISSIONI MEETING WILL BE REOPENED AND THE PERSON PRESIDING OVER THE CITY COMMISSIONI MEETING WILL ANNOUNCE THE TERMINATION OF THE  ATTORNEY-CLIENT SESSION.  RESULT:  DISCUSSED  Chair King: Good afternoon, everyone. Welcome back to the City of Miami Commission meeting. for September 26, 2024. We are, going to open this session with  as statement from our city attorney.  City of Miami  Page 64  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  George Wysong (City Attorney): Thank you, Madam Chair. On September 12, 2024, under the provisions of Section 286.011(8), Florida Statutes, I requested that this City Commission meet in private to discuss pending litigation in the cases of, number one, the Madroom, LLC (Limited Liability Company), d/bla (Doing Business As) Ball & Chain, Altos Mexicano, LLC, d/bla Taquerias El Mexicano, Little Havana Arts Building, LLC, and La Gran Fiesta, LLC versus City of1 Miami, Case Number 21-CV- 23485-RKA, pending in the United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida. Number two, Tower Hotel, LLC, a Florida limited liability company. Piedra Villas LLC, a Florida limited liability company, Beatstik LLC, a Florida limited liability company, El Shopping LLC, a Florida limited liability company, Yo Amo Calle Siete, LLC, a Florida limited liability company versus City of Miami, Case Number 2022-008069-CA-4, pending in the Circuit Court of the Eleventh Judicial Circuit in and for Miami-Dade County, Florida, and Tower Hotel, LLC, a Florida limited liability company, Piedra Villas, LLC, a Florida-limited liability company, Beatstik, LLC, a Florida limited liability company, El Shopping, LLC, a Florida limited liability company, and Yo Amo Calle Siete, LLC, a Florida-limited liability company versus City of Miami, Case Number. 3D23-285, pending in the District Court ofAppeals oft the State of Florida, 3rd District, to which the City is presently aj party. The City Commission approved my request and will now, at approximately 4:05 p.m., commence a private attorney-client session under the parameters of Section 286.011(8), Florida Statutes. The subject of the meeting will be confined to settlement negotiations or strategy sessions related to litigation expenditures. This private meeting will conclude approximately one hour later. The session will be attended by the members of the City Commission, which include Chairwoman Christine King, Vice Chairman Joe Carollo, Commissioners Miguel Angel Gabela, Manolo Reyes, and Damian Pardo, the City Manager, Arthur Noriega V, the City Attorney, George K. Wysong III, Deputy City Attorney John Greco, Deputy City Attorney Kevin R. Jones, Assistant City Attorneys Eric Eves and Marguerite Snyder, and City of Miami's outside counselor Raquel A. Rodriguez, Esquire and Angel A. Cortinez, Esquire. A certified court reporter will be present to ensure that the session is fully transcribed, and the transcript will be made public upon the conclusion of the above-cited ongoing litigation. At the conclusion of the attorney-client session, the regular Commission meeting will be reopened and the person chairing the Commission meeting will announce the termination oft the attorey-client session. Thank you, Madam Chair. Chair King: Thank you, Mr. City Attorney. And at this time, the City of Miami Commission meeting. for September 26, 2024 will be in recess. for the shade meeting.  Thank you. [Later.1  Chair King: Good afternoon, everyone. Welcome back to the City of Miami Commission meeting. for September 26, 2024.. Iam going to defer to our city attorney. Mr. Wysong: Actually, it's brief, Madam Chair. Thank you. The shade meeting revolve - involving Madroom, LLC, and the Tower Hotel and the Tower Hotel case  Ibelieve he has a statement.  has concluded. So, we have concluded the shade meeting. Chair King: Thank you, Mr. City Attorney. END OF ATTORNEY-CLIENT SESSION  City of Miami  Page 65  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  DI-DISCUSSIONT ITEM  DI.1 16619 City Manager's Office  DISCUSSION ITEM  AF PRESENTATION BY THE OFFICE OF THE CITY ATTORNEY, DEPARTMENT OF POLICE, AND DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES REGARDING THE FLORIDA HOUSE BILL 1365-STATE  HOMELESS LEGISLATION BRIEFING.  MOTION' TO: RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: AYES: ABSENT: of the Day."  Withdraw WITHDRAWN Miguel Angel Gabela, Commissioner Damian Pardo, Commissioner King, Carollo, Gabela, Pardo Reyes  Notej for the Record: Fori minutes referencing Item Number DI.1, please see "Order  END OF DISCUSSIONITEM  City of Miami  Page 66  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  PARTE B:PZ-P PLANNING AND ZONING ITEM(S)  PZ.1 12288 Office of Zoning  RESOLUTION  ARESOLUTION OF THE MIAMI CITY COMMISSION GRANTING/ DENYING THE APPEAL FILED BY LOUIS J. TERMINELLO, ESQ., ON BEHALF OF 6925 BISCAYNE, LLC, REVERSING/ /AFFIRMING THE PLANNING, ZONING AND APPEALS BOARD'S DECISION. AS SET FORTH IN RESOLUTION NO. PZAB-R-22-017 AFFIRMING THE ZONING ADMINISTRATORS DENIAL OF A CERTIFICATE OF USE PURSUANT TO: SECTION: 2-211 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA, AS AMENDED ("CITY CODE") AND SECTION 7.1.2.1 OF ORDINANCE NO. 13114, THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA, AS AMENDED ("MIAMI 21 CODE"), FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT APPROXIMATELY 6901 BISCAYNE BOULEVARD, MIAMI, FLORIDA ("PROPERTY), AND REVERSNG/UPHOLDNG THE ZONING ADMINISTRATORS DENIAL OF THE CERTIFICATE OF USE FOR A CANNABIS DISPENSARY AND/OR CLINIC FOR THE PROPERTY; MAKING FINDINGS; CONTAINING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.  MOTION TO: RESULT: MOVER: SEÇONDER: AYES: ABSENT: of the Day."  Indefinitely Defer INDEFINITELY DEFERRED Miguel Angel Gabela, Commissioner Damian Pardo, Commissioner King, Carollo, Gabela, Pardo Reyes  Note for the Record: For minutes referencing Item Number PZ.1, please see "Order  City of Miami  Page 67  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission PZ.2 12289 Office of Zoning  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  RESOLUTION  AI RESOLUTION OF THE MIAMI CITY COMMISSION GRANTING/ DENYING THE APPEAL FILED BY LOUIS. J. TERMINELLO, ESQ. REVERSING/AFFRMING THE PLANNING ZONING AND APPEALS BOARD'S DECISION AS SET FORTH INI RESOLUTION NO. PZAB-R- 22-018 AFFIRMING THE ZONING ADMINISTRATORS DENIAL OF A CERTIFICATE OF USE PURSUANT TO SECTION: 2-211 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA, AS AMENDED ("CITY CODE"). AND SECTION 7.1.2.1 OF ORDINANCE NO. 13114, THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA, AS AMENDED ("MIAMI 21 CODE"), FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT APPROXIMATELY 2222 NORTHWEST 5A AVENUE, MIAMI, FLORIDA, MIAMI, FLORIDA ("PROPERTY), AND REVERSING/UPHOLDING THE. ZONING ADMINISTRATORS DENIAL OF THE CERTIFICATE OF USE FOR A CANNABIS DISPENSARY AND/ OR CLINIC FOR THE PROPERTY; MAKING FINDINGS; CONTAINING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.  MOTION TO: RESULT: MOVER: SEÇONDER: AYES: ABSENT: of the Day." "  Indefinitely Defer INDEFINITELYI DEFERRED Miguel Angel Gabela, Commissioner Damian Pardo, Commissioner King, Carollo, Gabela, Pardo Reyes  Notej for the Record: For minutes referencing Item Number PZ.2, please see "Order  City of Miami  Page 68  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission PZ.3 12290 Office of Zoning  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  RESOLUTION MAY BE WITHDRAWN  ARESOLUTION OF THE MIAMI CITY COMMISSION GRANTINGI DENYING THE APPEAL FILED BYLOUIS J. TERMINELLO, ESQ., ON BEHALF OF BILL'S NURSERY, INC., REVERSING/AFFRMING THE PLANNING ZONING AND APPEALS BOARD'S DECISION. AS SET FORTH IN RESOLUTION NO. PZAB-R-22-019. AFFIRMING THE ZONING. ADMINISTRATORS DENIAL OF ACERTIFICATE OF USE PURSUANT TO SECTION: 2-211 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA, AS AMENDED ("CITY CODE"),AND: SECTION 7.1.2.1 OF ORDINANCE NO. 13114, THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA, AS AMENDED, ("MIAMI 21 CODE"), FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED. AT APPROXIMATELY 172 WEST FLAGLER STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA (PROPERIY),AND REVERSING/UPHOLDING THE. ZONING ADMINISTRATORS DENIAL OF THE CERTIFICATE OF USE FORACANNABIS DISPENSARY AND/ OR CLINIC FOR THE PROPERTY; MAKING FINDINGS; CONTAINING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE;AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.  MOTION TO: RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: AYES: ABSENT: oft the Day."  Indefinitely Defer INDEFINITELY DEFERRED Miguel Angel Gabela, Commissioner Damian Pardo, Commissioner King, Carollo, Gabela, Pardo Reyes  Notej fort the Record: For minutes referencing Item Number. PZ.3, please see "Order  City of Miami  Page 69  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission PZ.4 12835 Office of Zoning  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  RESOLUTION  AI RESOLUTION OF THE MIAMI CITY COMMISSION GRANTING/ DENYING THE APPEAL FILED BY LOUISJ J.7 TERMINELLO, ESQ., ON BEHALF OF DFMMJ INVESTMENTS, LLC, REVERSING/AFPRMING THE PLANNING ZONING AND APPEALS BOARD'S DECISION AS SET FORTH IN RESOLUTION NO. PZAB-R-22-047 AFFIRMING THE ZONING ADMINISTRATORS DENIAL OF A CERTIFICATE OF USE PURSUANT TO SECTION 2-211 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA, AS AMENDED ("CITY CODE") AND SECTION 7.1.2.1 OF ORDINANCE NO. 13114, THE. ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA, AS AMENDED ("MIAMI 21 CODE"), FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT APPROXIMATELY2155 SOUTHWEST 22 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA, ("PROPERTY"), AND REVERSNGIUPHOLDNG THE ZONING ADMINISTRATORS DENIAL OF THE CERTIFICATE OF USE FOR A CANNABIS DISPENSARY AND/OR CLINIC FOR THE PROPERTY; MAKING FINDINGS; CONTAINING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.  MOTION' TO: RESULT: MOVER: SEÇONDER: AYES: ABSENT: of the Day."  Withdraw WITHDRAWN Miguel Angel Gabela, Commissioner Damian Pardo, Commissioner King, Carollo, Gabela, Pardo Reyes  Notej for the Record: For minutes referencing Item Number. PZ.4, please see "Order  City of Miami  Page 70  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission PZ.5 14035 Department of Planning  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  ORDINANCE  Second Reading  AN ORDINANCE OF THE MIAMI CITY COMMISSION, WITH ATTACHMENTIS), AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 10544, AS AMENDED, THE FUTURE LAND USE MAP OF THE MIAMI COMPREHENSIVE NEIGHBORHOOD PLAN, PURSUANT TO SMALL SCALE AMENDMENT PROCEDURES SUBJECT TO SECTION 163.3187, FLORIDA STATUTES, BY CHANGING THE FUTURE LAND USE DESIGNATION FROM' "HIGH DENSITY MULTIFAMILY RESIDENTIAL" TO "GENERAL COMMERCIAL" OF THE ACREAGE DESCRIBED HEREIN OF REAL PROPERTY GENERALLY LOCATED AT 136 NORTHWEST 35TH STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA, AS MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED IN EXHIBIT "A," ATTACHED AND INCORPORATED; MAKING FINDINGS; CONTAINING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE  DATE. MOTION TO: RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: AYES: ABSENT: ofthe Day." ORDINANCE  Withdraw WITHDRAWN Miguel Angel Gabela, Commissioner Damian Pardo, Commissioner King, Carollo, Gabela, Pardo Reyes  Notej fort the Record: For minutes referencing Item Number. PZ.5, please see "Order  PZ.6 14036 Department of Planning  Second Reading  AN ORDINANCE OF THE MIAMI CITY COMMISSION, WITH ATTACHMENT/S), AMENDING THE ZONING ATLAS OF ORDINANCE NO. 13114, THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA, AS AMENDED ("MIAMI 21 CODE"), BY CHANGING THE ZONING CLASSIFICATION FROM "T4-R," GENERAL URBAN TRANSECT ZONE - RESTRICTED, TO "T5-O," URBAN CENTER TRANSECT ZONE-OPEN, AND. APPROVING A DECLARATION OF RESTRICTIVE COVENANTS, ATTACHED AND INCORPORATED AS EXHIBIT "B," OF THE PROPERTY AT 136 NORTHWEST 35TH STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA, AS MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED INE EXHIBIT "A," ATTACHED AND INCORPORATED; MAKING FINDINGS; CONTAINING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.  MOTION' TO: RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: AYES: ABSENT: of the Day." "  Withdraw WITHDRAWN Miguel Angel Gabela, Commissioner Damian Pardo, Commissioner King, Carollo, Gabela, Pardo Reyes  Note for the Record: For minutes referencing Item Number PZ.6, please see "Order  City of Miami  Page 71  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission PZ.7 15938 Department of Planning  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  ORDINANCE  Second Reading  AN ORDINANCE OF THE MIAMI CITY COMMISSION, WITH ATTACHMENTIS), AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 10544, AS AMENDED, THE FUTURE LAND USE MAP OF THE MIAMI COMPREHENSIVE NEIGHBORHOOD PLAN, PURSUANT TO SMALL SCALE AMENDMENT PROCEDURES SUBJECT TO SECTION 163.3187, FLORIDA STATUTES, BY CHANGING THE FUTURE LAND USE DESIGNATION FROM MEDIUM DENSITY MULTIFAMILY RESIDENTIAL'TO "RESTRICTED COMMERCIAL" OF THE ACREAGE DESCRIBED HEREIN OF REAL PROPERTY LOCATED. AT 185 NORTHEAST 59 STREET AND 175 NORTHEAST 59 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA, AS MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED IN EXHIBIT"A," ATTACHED AND INCORPORATED; MAKING FINDINGS; AND  PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. ENACTMENT NUMBER: 14309 MOTIONT TO: RESULT: MOVER: SEÇONDER: AYES:  Adopt ADOPTED Joe Carollo, Commissioner Miguel Angel Gabela, Commissioner King, Carollo, Gabela, Pardo, Reyes  Chair King: Now, Mr. City Attorney, would you) please readi into the record the title of the remaining PZ (Planning and Zoning) items, and if we can get that done, we will George Wysong (City Attorney): Except) for one. RE (Resolution) item. Mr. Wysong: Yeah, the settlement after the shade meeting.  bej finished with the Commission meeting. Chair King: Ileft out an RE item? Vice Chair Carollo: Yeah.  Chair King: Oh, but that's after the shade meeting. Okay, so go ahead, PZs. Mr. Wysong: Thank you, Madam Chair. PZ.1, ai resolution oft the - oh, I'm sorry. Chair King: You' 're going to begin on PZ.7,Ibelieve. PZ- - yes, PZ.7.  Mr. Wysong: I'm sory about that.  Chair King: PZ.1, 2, and 3 are indefinitely deferred. PZ.4, 5, and 6 have been  withdrawn.  Mr. Wysong: That'sr right. Sorry about that. PZ.7.  The Ordinance was read by title into the public record by the City Attorney. The Ordinance was read by title into the public record by the City Attorney.  Mr. Wysong: PZ.8. PZ.8. Mr. Wysong: PZ.9.  City of Miami  Page 72  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  The Ordinance was read by title into the public record by the City Attorney. The Ordinance was read by title into the public record by the City Attorney. The Ordinance was read by title into the public record by the City Attorney. The Ordinance was read by title into the public record by the City Attorney. The Ordinance was read by title into the public record by the City Attorney. The Ordinance was read by title into the public record by the City Attorney. The Ordinance was read by title into the public record by the City Attorney. The Ordinance was read by title into the public record by the City Attorney. The Ordinance was read by title into the public record by the City Attorney. The Ordinance was read by title into the public record by the City Attorney. The Ordinance was read by title into the public record by the City Attorney.  Mr. Wysong: PZ.10. Mr. Wysong: PZ.11. Mr. Wysong: PZ.12.  Mr. Wysong: PZ.13isar resolution. PZ.14.  Mr. Wysong: PZ.15. Mr. Wysong: PZ.16. Mr. Wysong: PZ.17. Mr. Wysong: PZ.18. Mr. Wysong: PZ.19.  Mr. Wysong: And last but not least, PZ.20. Mr. Wysong: That'si it, Madam Chair.  Chair King: Thank you. I'm going to ask my colleagues now if there are any oft the PZ items 1 through. 20 that you would like toj pullj for discussion. Toddi B.. Hannon (City Clerk): Chair, that would be PZ.7 through. PZ.20. Chair King: I'm: sorry, 7through. 20. What didl Isay, Todd?  Mr. Hannon: PZ.1.  Chair King: Iwas thinking 7 through 20.  Commissioner Gabela: Yeah, I'di like to) pull PZ.9and 10.  City of Miami  Page 73  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  Chair King: 9and. 10? 9and 10. Anyone else would you like toj pull?  Vice Chair Carollo: 9 and 10) you' re pulling? want toj put something on the record. Chair King: Okay. Anyone else? Vice Chair Carollo: No.  Commissioner Gabela: Yeah. Not because I'm against it or anything, it's just that I  Commissioner. Reyes: INAUDIBLE). I'm going to vote individually INAUDIBLE).  Chair King: Commissioner. Pardo? Commissioner. Pardo: None. Chair King: Okay.  Vice Chair Carollo: No, Idon'tsee anything.  Chair King: Okay, well, let's rock and roll. May Ihave ai motion toj pass --  Vice Chair Carollo: Move. Chair King: - PZ.7,8-- Commissioner Gabela: Second. second.. Alli inj favor? The Commission (Collectively): Aye. Chair King: Motion carries nanimously.  Chair King: - 11, IMSARA, and 20? I have a motion and a  PZ.8 15939 Department of Planning  ORDINANCE  Second Reading  AN ORDINANCE OF THE MIAMI CITY COMMISSION, WITH ATTACHMENT/S), AMENDING THE ZONING ATLAS OF ORDINANCE NO. 13114, THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA, AS AMENDED, BY CHANGING THE ZONING CLASSIFICATION FROM "T5-R," URBAN CENTER TRANSECT ZONE RESTRICTED, TO' "T5-O," URBAN CENTER TRANSECT ZONE- OPEN, OF THE PROPERTY GENERALLYI LOCATED AT 185 NORTHEAST 59 STREET AND 175 NORTHEAST 59 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA, MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED IN EXHIBIT "A," ATTACHED AND INCORPORATED; ACCEPTING THE VOLUNTARILY PROFFERED DECLARATION OF RESTRICTIVE COVENANTS, ATTACHED AND INCORPORATED: AS EXHIBIT"A"; MAKING FINDINGS; CONTAINING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. ENACTMENT NUMBER: 14310  City of Miami  Page 74  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission  Meeting Minutes Adopt ADOPTED Joe Carollo, Commissioner Miguel Angel Gabela, Commissioner King, Carollo, Gabela, Pardo, Reyes  September 26, 2024  MOTION TO: RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: AYES: Number PZ.7. ORDINANCE  Note for the Record: For minutes referencing Item Number PZ.8, please see Item  PZ.9 16265 Department of Planning  Second Reading  AN ORDINANCE OF THE MIAMI CITY COMMISSION, WITH ATTACHMENT/S), AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 10544, AS AMENDED, THE FUTURE LAND USE MAP OF THE MIAMI COMPREHENSIVE NEIGHBORHOOD PLAN, PURSUANT TO SMALL SCALE AMENDMENT PROCEDURES SUBJECT TO $163.3187, FLORIDA STATUTES, BY CHANGING THE FUTURE LAND USE DESIGNATION FORTWO (2) PORTIONS OF LAND FROM PUBLIC PARKS AND RECREATION" TO RESTRICTED COMMERCIAL," AND FROM "RESTRICTED COMMERCIAL" TO "PUBLIC PARKS. AND RECREATION RESPECTIVELY, OF THE ACREAGE DESCRIBED HEREIN OF REAL PROPERTY. AT 1822 NORTHWEST 37 AVENUE, MIAMI FLORIDA, AS MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED IN EXHIBIT "A,"ATTACHED AND INCORPORATED; MAKING FINDINGS; CONTAINING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING FOR AN  EFFECTIVE DATE.  ENACTMENT NUMBER: 14311 MOTION TO: RESULT: MOVER: SEÇONDER: AYES:  Adopt with Modification(s) ADOPTED WITHI MODIFICATION/S) Miguel Angel Gabela, Commissioner Damian Pardo, Commissioner King, Carollo, Gabela, Pardo, Reyes  Notej for the Record: For additional minutes referencing Item Number PZ.9, please  see Item Number. PZ.7.  Chair King: Andi now if we may discuss PZ.9?  Commissioner Gabela: Yep. So, where is Art, the City Manager? So, Iwant to put on the record and be very clear and ask a question and put it on the record. Because yesterday in Spanish radio in the morning, it was - I was attacked and it was said that I didn't care about my area because there had been something with one of the properties in the - what will be the Freedom Park, that the FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) had pulled - had denied a permit. This was in the morning that somebody, a friend of mine, texted me, you know, the audio, and my name was mentioned, and I wasn' ' even called, you know, to say my side of the story. Ididn't even know what they were talking about. And I think you came into my office yesterday, Art, and were talking about the incident where I asked you, you know, what's going on here. Because I-- there was a comment made in Spanish radio, and you know who I'm talking about, that the commissioner of the ared, me, you know, either didn't care or didn't know - they inferred it -- about a zoning not about a zoning, about an FAA plans that were denied on one of the buildings that is going to be the CRA (Community Redevelopment Agency). Can you put on the record, as you  City of Miami  Page 75  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  specified to me yesterday, that that is not. SO, that is not correct?. Andj for the record, by the way, the Freedom Park vote, which Iamj for, and Iwould have votedj for it had Ibeen here, I didn' ' vote on that. This was done many years ago by my, predecessor, whoever was here. Let me put that on the record, number one. Because it seems to me that every time this gentleman, you know, Igoa different route in my voting, they start making up stuff. And I want to clear the air, and so you can put it on the record, Art, that in actual fact, okay, what they. said yesterday was incorrect. That in actual fact, no FAA permit has been denied for the CRA building that will be put there in the Arthur Noriega (City Manager): Yeah, so in reference to the city administration building, there was a reference made to a requirement. that the building be moved or relocated to 42nd, to Le Jeune. So, the proposed city administration building has always been located on 37th Avenue. It has never been planned to move to the other side of the site. The only planned move. for us now is just slightly north,, just a. small little relocation of the building, but it's always been on 37th Avenue. And FAA has never rejected any of the permits. The only thing we are still pending, they are still reviewing it obviously because there are height restrictions as it relates to the proximity to the airport. But the building is and has always been in the location it'sin  future. Please.  now, proposed on. 37th Avenue. Commissioner. Reyes: Madam Chair?  Commissioner Gabela: And can I add just one more thing? Commissioner. Reyes,. just give me one minute. I'm sorry. Andj for the future, I am sure that if there is a change, you will notify me, as Iam the district commissioner of1 DI (District 1).  Commissioner. Reyes: Absolutely.  Commissioner Gabela: I have no doubt of this. That' 's why I was curious yesterday when they attacked me on Spanish radio, you know. I didn't know what they were talking about, you know. And you know, I would caution the gentleman to do his homework, you know, before he goes on the air and talks, you know, such things and also give the other person a chance to, you know, to know what he's talking about because nobody called me, you know, nobody said to me, hey, you want to talk about this, didn'tknow what they were even talking about, you know, and Ibelieve you) were  on that Spanish radio station yesterday Commissioner. Reyes: Yes, that' 's what I want to clarify. yesterday. You know, so Ijust want to put it on the record. Commissioner. Reyes: (INAUDIBLE) said that. they. start with me. Thank you very much. Commissioner. Reyes: Listen, let me tell you. Chair King: Commissioner. Reyes?  Commissioner Gabela: Commissioner Reyes. And you even said to me, oh, you know, that guy, he likes making trouble all the time. That's what you said to me  Commissioner Gabela: They, got me targeted, they have me targeted, and every time I dos something that apparently is not according to what they think should happen here,  Commissioner Reyes: Yes, let me clarify what's going on here. You see, according to what I was told in my agenda prep, that the building was going to be moved. Andl I was misinformed. I thought it was going to be moved to 14th Street, you. see?. And I  City of Miami  Page 76  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  asked -- and Ididn' 't ask. Somebody told me that it was because oft the problem, there was a problem with the FAA.Iwas called, and I was asked about the movement oft the building. Andi Imade ite explicitly clear that Iam against that. Iwas against that when ity was very first proposed. And I will be against that until the day Idie, because itis - Ibelieve that it is not. smart to bring more traffic to the area. That area, with all the development that is going around, that development - and those were my words - with all the development that is going around, all the housing units that are being built on 11th Street, all the housing units that are proposed by Magic City Casino and what they want to do - Imean, they want to redevelop that. Plus, the stadium, plus the hotels, plus the office buildings that are going to be built there, plus - in Melreese, plus - the old Melreese, plus the shopping center. The traffic is going to be unbearable. And if we are going to add to that traffic of those proposed development, ifwe' 're going to add a building that has about 1,000 more people, people that go to work there, plus the visitors, that will create a big problem, particularly to Grapeland, which is ai neighborhood that has been there ford a long time. That is going to create a lot of problems to all the neighbors who live around there and probably to the airport too. And that was the only thing that I said. I never mentioned you or anything, you see? I never mentioned - and I never told you that he wanted the (UNINTELLIGIBLE) to make trouble. Isaid, you call him. You call him and that' 'sit. Commissioner Gabela: You said to me that the guy likes to make trouble. That's) what Commissioner. Reyes: Well, okay - well, that' 's what you said (INAUDIBLE). Commissioner Gabela: Idon'tl lie here. That'sy what) you said to me.  you. said to me.  Commissioner. Reyes: Okay. Commissioner Gabela: But at any rate -- Commissioner. Reyes: But that is not the case. Chair King: Okay, gentlemen, gentlemen. Commissioner Gabela: That's not the case. Commissioner. Reyes: Listen -- Commissioner Gabela: No, that'snot. Commissioner. Reyes: Ihave thej floor. Commissioner. Reyes: No, no.  Commissioner Gabela: Inever accused you of anything.  Chair King: Gentlemen, we can' 't-- gentlemen, let's not talk over each other.  Commissioner. Reyes: Let me. see. Ihave thej floor. Chair King: Let's each say what we have to say. Commissioner. Reyes: Ihave thej floor. Commissioner Gabela: Yes.  City of Miami  Page 77  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  Commissioner Reyes: The issue here is not, it is not what my issue is not if the FAA, the CIA (Central Intelligence Agency), or the FBI (Federal Bureau of Investigations) isn moving the building or not. Thei issue here is that the building is going to be built in an area that is going to increase the amount of traffic, which it shouldn' 't be and it's going to hurt the neighborhood. That is the issue and that' 's why Ivoted against it the first time and I'm going to vote against it today. And that' 's it. We don' ' have to talk  about that.  Commissioner Gabela: Okay, can I-- can I--? Chair King: Thank you. Commissioner Gabela?  Commissioner Gabela: Yes, and I respect your vote, by the way. I respect your vote and this is nothing personal with you. However and let me make a correction. Idid not mean the CRA building, Imeant the MRC (Miami. Riverside Center) building.  Commissioner. Pardo: Don'twory. Commissioner Gabela: Let me put that into record. Commissioner. Reyes: No, it's MRC.  Commissioner Gabela: I was talking about the MRC building again. Pardo must be thinking, oh, there he goes again. No, I was talking about the MRC building, the administration building, that that has already been voted on and that has passed  before Pardo and Iwere here, to be honest with) you.  Commissioner. Reyes: Yes. Commissioner. Reyes: Yes.  Commissioner Gabela: And you voted against it, lunderstand.  Commissioner Gabela: And let me telly you, Iam also concerned of the traffic situation in Grapeland, of my residents, the area that I represent, trust me, Iam concerned. However, this has passed. This is going to happen. And so now the best course of action, Ithink, is to steer this thing the correct way. But for me, and I want to show the residents of District 1 of that area that they' 're going to absorb the consequences, that Iwill bej fighting. for them, okay, to make sure that this thing is done properly. for everybody, for them, you know, that everybody comes out a win-win situation. But I just wanted to put that on the record. Iwould urge that radio station, the reporter, to do more, you know, do more, you know, more investigation before you start talking  things that are not. Thank you very much. Commissioner. Reyes: Madam Chair-- Chair King: Do Ihave --?  Commissioner. Reyes: No, no, one clarification. Chair King: Commissioner. Reyes, Ithink we' ve heard -- Commissioner. Reyes: Please, please, no, no, this is important.  Chair King: Can I-- can Ispeak - Commissioner. Reyes: Iclarified --  City of Miami  Page 78  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  Chair King: -- Commissioner. Reyes? Chair King: But let me. speak. Commissioner. Reyes: Okay.  Commissioner. Reyes: Hold on a second, just want to say this.  Chair King: I'm going to let you speak, okay? Because it seems as if we' 're having a  conversation more about what somebody said on the radio - Chair King: -- than the issue before us. And I'd like to -- Commissioner Gabela: Yeah, let's take a vote. Chair King: - get ai motion and a second. Commissioner Gabela: Motion. Chair King: Can Ihave ai motion and a second? Commissioner Gabela: Motion. Commissioner. Reyes: Okay.  Commissioner. Reyes: Yeah.  Chair King: And now I'm going to let Commissioner Reyes sayj for the - Todd. B.. Hannon (City Clerk): Chair, my apologies, who' 's the seconder? Commissioner. Reyes: One, AOCMeTIMAUDIBIE)- Chair King: Who seconded? Who second? Commissioner. Pardo: Isecond.  Commissioner Reyes: Whoever informed me about that should have told you that I clearly. said, clearly stated that that -- that the person that suggested that that building be moved to and proposed that that building be moved to Melreese was your  predecessor, sir.  Commissioner Gabela: Yeah, no, no.  Commissioner. Reyes: It wasn' 't) you, okay? Imean, Ijust wanted to. say that. Chair King: Okay, okay. Alright, so Ihave ai motion and a second. Commissioner Gabela: Okay, thank youj for that clarification.  Chair King: Alli inj favor?.Aye. Commissioner Gabela: Aye. Commissioner. Pardo: Aye.  City of Miami  Page 79  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  Vice Chair Carollo: Aye. Commissioner. Reyes: No. Vice Chair Carollo: Am Ichopped liver? Commissioner. Reyes: Yes, you are. Vice Chair Carollo: Yeah.  Chair King: Well, Iasked if) you - did you want to make a comment?  Chair King: Well, Ijust got three votes, but Iwant - Vice Chair Carollo: Yeah, Iwanted - Chair King: --) you to be heard.  Vice Chair Carollo: -- I wanted to put my two cents and correct the record. When Commissioner Gabela talks about Spanish radio, let's be specific, you have a lot of Spanish-speaking radio stations in Miami, but there' 's only one. And particularly in that station, there' 's only one program that they think they can manipulate this commission. And this is where they zeroed in, in this commission. Ij fondly call them Radio Havana. They got upset the other day when Isaid Radio Hamas, because they do act like terrorists, attacking, attacking, and like he said, they don' 't give you an opportunity to respond. That's why Idon'te even bother with them, because they know ifthey have me where I can answer something, they' re not going to be happy. And they' 're not, going to be able to spread the lies that they do. So, what do they do? They ask you a question, they don' 'tlet you answer, and they ask you another one, and play that game. Now, who is the guy that is constantly texting the main character that has that program and telling him what questions to ask, what to do and other things? He happens to be the cousin, first cousin of thej former head of the Cuban. Air Force. The individual. died when many Cuban generals were mysteriously dying during COVID in Cuba. He was the head of the Cuban Air Force for 13 years and gave the final order to shoot down the two Brothers to the Rescue planes. This is the guy that is constantly telling them how to attack, what to. say, what to ask. Strangely, when they brought this whole campaign, another one that failed for them, to recall me, found, not that long ago, that in the station where thej first cousin of the general was working at the time, that had another name, doesn' 't exist anymore, the recall committee bought $50,000 plus worth of advertising. The problem was the recall committee didn' 't payJ forit, like the law says. It was a guy that came on their behalf that had a private corporation that did business in food, selling. food. He was a. food broker. And he had been indicted two years before or so by the U.S. (United. States). government, for some very naughty things that had to do with Panama and food, and Cuba has about ai thousand plus corporations in Panama. Interesting how those $50,000 plus were paid were by two other companies. And they violated the law 100 percent. In fact, Commissioner Gabela, in the station where these people have their little program, Ibelieve the same thing happened, because they spent another big bunch of money like that at the time. So, I wonder where all this money is coming from, that they could just throw it everywhere. Why is the interest of these guys only in the city of1 Miami? They don'tgo after any other government. They don' 'ttry to manipulate elected officials like they do in the city of Miami. In fact, one of these characters, I mentioned it the last time, I guess they didn' ' hear me, let me say it again, because they didn't talk about this in their programs. They talk about everything we discuss here, but not this. One of the characters in that program worked in a now-extinct cable station called MEDA TV. While he worked there, the information that I have from people that were there is that he was being paid through aj false social security number because he didn' 't have any  City of Miami  Page 80  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  permits to work here. And these are the pillars of integrity, the anti-corrption characters. The other one, in the nearj future, II have some fun with him. Chair King: Okay, now Ihado a motion and a second. We took a vote.  George Wysong (City Attorney): Madam Chair, before you take that vote, we noticed that there was an issue on the title. We just need to modify it. There's a reference to Chair. King: Thank you. So, 9 and 10, Ihave ai motion and a second. All in favor, as  an Exhibit A, it should be Exhibit. B, the covenant.  amended? Aye. Commissioner Gabela: Aye. Vice Chair Carollo: Aye. Commissioner. Reyes: No. Commissioner. Pardo: Aye. Chair King: 41 to 1.1 Motion carries, 4t01.  Commissioner Reyes: And for the record, nobody manipulates me. Sometimes my  wife.  Vice Chair Carollo: That' 's not what she says.  Chair King: At this time, I'm going to recess the City of Miami Commission meeting. I'd like to get my colleagues' advice. We have a Southeast Overtown/Park West CRA (Community. Redevelopment. Agency) meeting and an Omni CRA meeting toj follow -- Chair King: - as well as the shade meeting. I'd like to take up the shade meeting at 4  Vice Chair Carollo: The -- o'clock -  Commissioner. Reyes: Okay. into our budget meeting at 5:05.  Chair. King: - and then we come back and address the last item we have and then go Vice Chair Carollo: I do need to take the Midtown CRA when we come back sometime  because there' 's still some final information -- Vice Chair Carollo: -- that I'm waiting. for.  Chair King: That'sf fine.  Chair. King: That's fine. Can we do the Southeast Overtown/Park West CRA meeting  right now? Vice Chair Carollo: Sure. our shade meeting.  Chair. King: Okay. And then we will break for lunch until 4 o' 'clock when we, go into  City of Miami  Page 81  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  Vice Chair Carollo: That will be fine. Can I ask you aj favor? Just so I can see how they did it with you and compare how they did it with Midtown. Can I see how they broke down the salaries and then other monies for administrative, purposes? And how Todd B. Hannon (City Clerk): Right now, we' 'res stilli in City Commission sO - Chair King: So, the City Commission meeting. for September 26th, 2024, is now in recess. We will come back at 4o'clock and go to our. shade room. Mr. City Attorney, Mr. Wysong: Icould read it now or when we get back, whichever your preference is,  doy you need to read anything into the record before we recess?  thes scriptj for the shade meeting. Chair King: Okay, when we come back. Mr. Wysong: Alright.  Chair King: So, the meeting is now ini recess. Thank you.  PZ.10 16266 Department of Planning  ORDINANCE  Second Reading  AN ORDINANCE OF THE MIAMI CITY COMMISSION, WITH ATTACHMENT/S), AMENDING THE ZONING ATLAS OF ORDINANCE NO. 13114, THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA, AS AMENDED ("MIAMI 21 CODE"), BY CHANGING THE ZONING CLASSIFICATION FOR TWO (2) PORTIONS OF LAND - ONE PORTION FROM "CS," CIVIC SPACE ZONE, TO "T6-8-0," URBAN CORE TRANSECT ZONE - OPEN, AND ANOTHER PORTION FROM "T6-8-O," URBAN CORE TRANSECT ZONE - OPEN, TO' "CS," CIVIC SPACE. ZONE, RESPECTIVELY, OF THE PROPERTY GENERALLY LOCATED AT 1822 NORTHWEST 37 AVENUE, MIAMI, FLORIDA, MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED IN EXHIBIT "A,"ATTACHED AND INCORPORATED; MAKING FINDINGS; CONTAINING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING FOR. AN EFFECTIVE  DATE.  ENACTMENT NUMBER: 14312 MOTIONT TO: RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: AYES:  Adopt with Modification(s) ADOPTED WITH MODIFICATION/S) Miguel Angel Gabela, Commissioner Damian Pardo, Commissioner King, Carollo, Gabela, Pardo, Reyes  Note for the Record: For minutes referencing Item Number. PZ.10, please see. Item  Number. PZ.7 and Item Number PZ.9.  City of Miami  Page 82  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission PZ.11 16436 Department of Planning  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  ORDINANCE  Second Reading  AN ORDINANCE OF THE MIAMI CITY COMMISSION, WITH ATTACHMENTIS), AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 10544, AS AMENDED, THE FUTURE LAND USE MAP OF THE MIAMI COMPREHENSIVE NEIGHBORHOOD PLAN, PURSUANT TO SMALL SCALE AMENDMENT PROCEDURES SUBJECT TO $163.3187, FLORIDA STATUTES, BY CHANGING THE FUTURE LAND USE DESIGNATION FROM MAJOR INSTITUTIONAL, PUBLIC FACILITIES, TRANSPORTATION AND UTILITIES" TO "RESTRICTED COMMERCIAL OF THE ACREAGE DESCRIBED HEREIN OF THE SOUTHWESTERN PORTION OF REAL PROPERTY AT 980 MACARTHUR CAUSEWAY, MIAMI, FLORIDA, AS MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED IN EXHIBIT "A," ATTACHED AND INCORPORATED; MAKING FINDINGS; AND PROVIDING FOR AN  EFFECTIVE DATE.  ENACTMENT NUMBER: 14313 MOTION' TO: RESULT: MOVER: SEÇONDER: AYES: Number. PZ.7. ORDINANCE  Adopt ADOPTED Joe Carollo, Commissioner Miguel Angel Gabela, Commissioner King, Carollo, Gabela, Pardo, Reyes  Note for the Record: For minutes referencing Item Number PZ.11, please see. Item  PZ.12 16435 Department of Planning  Second Reading  AN ORDINANCE OF THE MIAMI CITY COMMISSION, WITH ATTACHMENTIS), AMENDING THE ZONING ATLAS OF ORDINANCE NO. 13114, THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA, AS AMENDED ("MIAMI 21 CODE"), BY CHANGING THE ZONING CLASSIFICATION FROM' "CI," CIVIC INSTITUTIONAL TRANSECT ZONE, TO" "CS," CIVIC SPACE TRANSECT ZONE, FOR THE SOUTHWESTERN PORTION OF THE PROPERTY GENERALLY LOCATED. AT 980 MACARTHUR CAUSEWAY, MIAMI, FLORIDA, MORE PARTICULARLYI DESCRIBED IN EXHIBIT"A," ATTACHED AND INCORPORATED; MAKING FINDINGS; CONTAINING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE  DATE.  ENACTMENT NUMBER: 14314 MOTIONTO: RESULT: MOVER: SEÇONDER: AYES: Number. PZ.7.  Adopt ADOPTED Joe Carollo, Commissioner Miguel Angel Gabela, Commissioner King, Carollo, Gabela, Pardo, Reyes  Note for the Record: For minutes referencing Item Number PZ.12, please see Item  City of Miami  Page 83  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission PZ.13 16570 Department of Planning  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  RESOLUTION  AF RESOLUTION OF THE MIAMI CITY COMMISSION, WITH ATTACHMENTIS), APPROVING A WAIVER OF THE LIMITATIONS UNDER ARTICLE7, SECTION: 7.1.2.8(G) OF ORDINANCE NO. 13114, THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA, AS AMENDED ("MIAMI 21 CODE"), FOR THE SOUTHWESTERN PORTION OF THE PROPERTY GENERALLYLOCATED AT 980 MACARTHUR CAUSEWAY, MIAMI, FLORIDA, MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED IN EXHIBIT"A," ATTACHED AND INCORPORATED.  ENACTMENT NUMBER: R-24-0384  MOTION TO: RESULT: MOVER: SEÇONDER: AYES: ORDINANCE  Adopt ADOPTED Joe Carollo, Commissioner Miguel Angel Gabela, Commissioner King, Carollo, Gabela, Pardo, Reyes  PZ.14 16029 Department of Planning  Second Reading  AN ORDINANCE OF THE MIAMI CITY COMMISSION. AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 13114, THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA, AS AMENDED, SPECIFICALLY! BY AMENDING ARTICLE4 4, TABLE 3, TITLED BUILDING FUNCTION: USES," AND ARTICLE 6, TITLED "SUPPLEMENTAL REGULATIONS,TO: ONLY ALLOW BED. AND BREAKFAST USE IN "T4-R," GENERAL URBAN TRANSECT: ZONE RESTRICTED, IN CERTAIN CIRCUMSTANCES PER CHAPTER 23 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA, AS AMENDED, AND THE MIAMI COMPREHENSIVE NEIGHBORHOOD PLAN; MAKING FINDINGS; CONTAINING. A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE  DATE.  ENACTMENT NUMBER: 14315 MOTION TO: RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: AYES: Number. PZ.7.  Adopt ADOPTED Joe Carollo, Commissioner Miguel Angel Gabela, Commissioner King, Carollo, Gabela, Pardo, Reyes  Notej for the Record: For minutes referencing Item Number. PZ.14, please see. Item  City of Miami  Page 84  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission PZ.15 16030 Department of Planning  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  ORDINANCE  Second Reading  AN ORDINANCE OF THE MIAMI CITY COMMISSION. AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 13114, THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA, AS AMENDED, SPECIFICALLY BY AMENDING ARTICLE 5, TITLED SPECIFIC1 TO ZONES," TO CLARIFY SIDE AND REAR SETBACK ENCROACHMENTS AND ANY ASSOCIATED DESIGN REQUIREMENTS FOR T5 - URBAN CORE TRANSECT ZONE, T6-L URBAN CENTER TRANSECT ZONES, AND CI-HD - CIVIC INSTITUTION. ZONES HEALTH DISTRICT; CONTAINING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE  DATE  ENACTMENT NUMBER: 14316 MOTION TO: RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: AYES:  Adopt ADOPTED Joe Carollo, Commissioner Miguel Angel Gabela, Commissioner King, Carollo, Gabela, Pardo, Reyes  Note for the Record: For minutes referencing Item Number PZ.15, please see  "Public Comments for all Item(s)"and Item Number. PZ.7.  City of Miami  Page 85  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission PZ.16 16434 Department of Planning  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  ORDINANCE  First Reading  AN ORDINANCE OF THE MIAMI CITY COMMISSION, WITH ATTACHMENTIS), PURSUANT TO ARTICLES 3 AND70F ORDINANCE NO. 13114, THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA, AS AMENDED ("MIAMI 21 CODE"), AMENDING THE ZONING ATLAS OF THE MIAMI 21 CODE BY CHANGING THE ZONING CLASSIFICATION FROM' T6-12-0" TO T6-24A-0" FOR THE PROPERTIES LOCATED AT 1411 NORTHWEST NORTH RIVER DRIVE, 1421 NORTHWEST NORTH RIVER DRIVE, 1441 NORTHWEST NORTH RIVER DRIVE, 1451 NORTHWEST NORTH RIVER DRIVE, 1465 NORTHWEST NORTH RIVER DRIVE, 1481 NORTHWEST NORTH RIVER DRIVE, 1440 NORTHWEST 13 TERRACE, 1430 NORTHWEST 13 TERRACE, AND 1424 NORTHWEST 131 TERRACE, MIAMI, FLORIDA AS MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED IN EXHIBIT "C," ATTACHED AND INCORPORATED; FURTHER AMENDING APPENDIX G OF THE MIAMI 21 CODE, TITLED "RIVER LANDING SPECIAL AREA PLAN" ("RL SAP"), AS MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED IN THE AMENDED REGULATING PLAN, ATTACHED AND INCORPORATED AS EXHIBIT "A," AND THE AMENDED CONCEPT BOOK, ATTACHED AND INCORPORATED: AS EXHIBIT "B," SPECIFICALLY BY: (A) ADDING TO THE "RL SAP" APPROXIMATELY 88,039 SQUARE FEET (2.02 ACRES) OF LOT AREA SPLIT AMONG NINE (9). ADDITIONAL PARCELS FOR A TOTAL COMBINED AREA OF 442,570 SQUARE FEET (10.16 ACRES), WITH THE ADDED PROPERTIES MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED IN EXHIBIT "C," ATTACHED. AND INCORPORATED; (B) PROPOSING NEW DEVELOPMENT TO ADD 475 DWELLING UNITS AND AN ADDITIONAL LARGE GREEN SPACE TO THE "RL SAP"; (C)A AMENDING THE REGULATING PLAN AND THE CONCEPT BOOK TO INCLUDE THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE ADDITIONAL AREA AND TO ALSO INCLUDE REVISIONS FOR CONSISTENCY WITH THE MIAMI 21 CODE; AND (D) MAKING FINDINGS, CONTAINING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE, AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.  MOTION' TO: RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: AYES: Number. PZ.7.  Pass on First Reading PASSED ON FIRST READING Joe Carollo, Commissioner Miguel Angel Gabela, Commissioner King, Carollo, Gabela, Pardo, Reyes  Notej for the Record: For minutes referencing Item Number PZ.16, please see. Item  City of Miami  Page 86  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission PZ.17 16438 Department of Planning  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  ORDINANCE  First Reading  AN ORDINANCE OF THE MIAMI CITY COMMISSION, WITH ATTACHMENTIS), APPROVING AI DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT, PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 163, FLORIDA STATUTES, AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO NEGOTIATE AND EXECUTE SAID DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT, IN Al FORM ACCEPTABLE TO THE CITY ATTORNEY, AI DRAFT OF WHICH IS ATTACHED AND INCORPORATED AS EXHIBIT "B," BETWEEN NOTRUSE HOLDINGS, LLC ("APPLICANT) AND THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDAI ("CITY"), GOVERNING THE PROPERTIES GENERALLY LOCATED AT 1411 NORTH WEST NORTH RIVER DRIVE, 1421 NORTH WEST NORTH RIVER DRIVE, 1441 NORTH WEST NORTH RIVER DRIVE, 1451 NORTH WEST NORTH RIVER DRIVE, 1465 NORTH WEST NORTH RIVER DRIVE, 1481 NORTH WEST NORTH RIVER DRIVE, 1440 NORTH WEST 13TH TERRACE, 1430 NORTH WEST 13TH TERRACE, AND 1424 NORTH WEST 13TH TERRACE, AS MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED IN EXHIBIT "A," ATTACHED AND INCORPORATED; MAKING FINDINGS; CONTAINING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE  DATE.  MOTION TO: RESULT: MOVER: SEÇONDER: AYES: Number. PZ.7.  Pass on First Reading PASSED ON FIRST READING Joe Carollo, Commissioner Miguel Angel Gabela, Commissioner King, Carollo, Gabela, Pardo, Reyes  Note for the Record: For minutes referencing Item Number PZ.17, please see. Item  City of Miami  Page 87  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission PZ.18 16430 Department of Planning  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  ORDINANCE  First Reading  AN ORDINANCE OF THE MIAMI CITY COMMISSION, WITH ATTACHMENTIS), AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 10544, AS AMENDED, THE FUTURE LAND USE MAP OF THE MIAMI COMPREHENSIVE NEIGHBORHOOD PLAN, PURSUANT TO SMALL SCALE AMENDMENT PROCEDURES SUBJECT TO $163.3187, FLORIDA STATUTES, BY CHANGING THE FUTURE LAND USE DESIGNATION FROM MEDIUM DENSITY RESTRICTED COMMERCIAL" (WESTERN PORTION) AND' "PUBLIC PARKS AND RECREATION" TO "RESTRICTED COMMERCIAL" OF THE ACREAGE DESCRIBED HEREIN OF REAL PROPERTY LOCATED. AT 8032 NORTHEAST: 2 AVENUE, MIAMI, FLORIDA, AS MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED IN THE ATTACHED AND INCORPORATED EXHIBIT "A"; MAKING FINDINGS; CONTAINING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE  DATE. MOTION TO: RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: AYES: Number PZ.7. ORDINANCE  Pass on First Reading PASSED ON FIRST READING Joe Carollo, Commissioner Miguel Angel Gabela, Commissioner King, Carollo, Gabela, Pardo, Reyes  Note for the Record: For minutes referencing Item Number. PZ.18,. please see. Item  PZ.19 16431 Department of Planning  First Reading  AN ORDINANCE OF THE MIAMI CITY COMMISSION, WITH ATTACHMENTIS), AMENDING THE ZONING ATLAS OF ORDINANCE NO. 13114, THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA, AS AMENDED, BY CHANGING THE ZONING CLASSIFICATION FROM"CS," CIVIC SPACE. ZONE, TO "T6-8-O," URBAN CORE TRANSECT ZONE - OPEN, AND "T5-0," URBAN CENTER TRANSECT ZONE - OPEN, TO "T6-8-O," URBAN CORE TRANSECT ZONE - OPEN, FOR THE WESTERN PORTION OF THE PROPERTY GENERALLY LOCATED. AT 8032 NORTHEAST2 AVENUE, MIAMI, FLORIDA, AS MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED INT THE ATTACHED AND INCORPORATED EXHIBIT "A"; MAKING FINDINGS; CONTAINING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.  MOTION' TO: RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: AYES: Number. PZ.7.  Pass on First Reading PASSED ON FIRST READING Joe Carollo, Commissioner Miguel Angel Gabela, Commissioner King, Carollo, Gabela, Pardo, Reyes  Notej for the Record: For minutes referencing Item Number PZ.19, please see. Item  City of Miami  Page 88  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission PZ.20 16432 Commissioners and Mayor-F PZ  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  ORDINANCE  First Reading  AN ORDINANCE OF THE MIAMI CITY COMMISSION. AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 13114, THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA, AS AMENDED, BY AMENDING ARTICLE1, TITLED DEFINITIONS," TO INTRODUCE A DEFINITION FOR GAME COURTS, BY AMENDING ARTICLE: 5, TITLED SPECIFIC TO ZONES," TO ALLOW ADDITIONAL FENCE. AND WALL HEIGHT NECESSARY TO ENCLOSE OUTDOOR LEISURE ACTIVITIES, AND BY AMENDING ARTICLE 6, TITLED SUPPLEMENTAL REGULATIONS,TO AMEND THE MAXIMUM HEIGHT FOR WALLS AND FENCES RELATING TO INFRASTRUCTURE AND UTILITIES USES; MAKING FINDINGS; CONTAINING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING FOR AN IMMEDIATE EFFECTIVE DATE.  MOTION TO: RESULT: MOVER: SEÇONDER: AYES:  Pass on First Reading PASSED ON FIRST READING Joe Carollo, Commissioner Miguel Angel Gabela, Commissioner King, Carollo, Gabela, Pardo, Reyes  Note for the Record: For minutes referencing Item Number PZ.20, please see  "Public Comment for all Item(s)"and! Item Number. PZ.7. END OF PLANNING AND ZONING ITEM(S)  City of Miami  Page 89  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  FL-FUTURE LEGISLATION  FL.1 16581 Department of Planning  ORDINANCE  AN ORDINANCE OF THE MIAMI CITY COMMISSION. AMENDING CHAPTER 35/ARTICLE VII OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA, AS AMENDED ("CITY CODE"), TITLED TRANSPORTATION TRUST FUND," MORE PARTICULARLYBY AMENDING SECTION 35-254(C) OF THE CITY CODE TO ESTABLISH AI PURCHASE PRICE OF PARKING SPACES PAYABLE INTO THE TRANSPORTATION TRUST FUND; CONTAINING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING FOR  AN IMMEDIATE EFFECTIVE DATE.  RESULT: ORDINANCE  NO ACTIONTAKEN  FL.2 16433 Office of Zoning  AN ORDINANCE OF THE MIAMI CITY COMMISSION. AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 13114, THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA, AS AMENDED ("MIAMI 21 CODE"), MORE SPECIFICALLY BY AMENDING ARTICLE 1, SECTION 1.2, TITLED DEFINITIONS/DEFINITIONS OF TERMS," AND. ARTICLE7, TITLED PROCEDURES AND NONCONFORMITES/TO PROVIDE FOR A BY-RIGHT ADMINISTRATIVE SITE PLAN REVIEW ("ASPR") PROCESS. AND. A SIMPLIFIED BUILDING PERMIT REVIEW PROCESS FOR APPROVED ASPR, EXCEPTION, VARIANCE, WARRANT, AND WAIVER APPLICATIONS; PROVIDING FOR TOLLING OF ZONING APPROVALS DURING PENDENCY OF CERTAINI LITIGATION; REPLACING THE TWO (2) YEAR TIME LIMITATION AND OPTIONAL ONE (1) YEAR EXTENSION FOR OBTAINING BUILDING PERMIT OR CERTIFICATE OF USE FOR AN EXCEPTION, VARIANCE, WARRANT, WAIVER, OR ASPR WITHA THREE (3) YEAR TIME LIMITATION WITH NO ADMINISTRATIVE EXTENSIONS; REVISING PHASED PROJECT REQUIREMENTS ASTO APPROVAL BY PLANNING DIRECTOR AND TO REDUCE PROPERTY SIZE LIMITATIONS; CLARIFYING PREVIOUSLY ADOPTED FLOORPLATE LENGTH AND AREA' WAIVER PROHIBITIONS; PROVIDING FOR APPLICABILITY TO PRIOR APPLICATIONS AND APPROVALS; MAKING FINDINGS AND TECHNICAL CHANGES; CONTAINING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING FOR AN IMMEDIATE EFFECTIVE DATE.  RESULT:  NO ACTIONTAKEN  City of Miami  Page 90  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission FL.3 16661 City Manager's Office  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  ORDINANCE  AN ORDINANCE OF THE MIAMI CITY COMMISSION, AMENDING CHAPTER 40/ARTICLE IV/DIVISION3 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA, AS AMENDED ("CITY CODE"), TITLED PERSONNEUPENSON AND RETIREMENT PLAN/CITY OF MIAMI GENERAL EMPLOYEES AND SANITATION EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT TRUST," MORE PARTICULARLY BY AMENDING SECTION 40-241 OF THE CITY CODE, TITLED "DEFINITIONS," TO DEFINE THE RULE OF 80 AND CLARIFY THE APPLICABILITY OF CERTAIN PROVISIONS, AND SECTION 40-255 OF THE CITY CODE, TITLED BENEFITS," PURSUANT TO RESOLUTION NO. R- 24-0147 ADOPTED APRIL: 25, 2024, TO INCLUDE A TWO-AND-A- HALF-PERCENT AND THREE-PERCENT MULTIPLIER FOR THOSE HIRED ON OR AFTER OCTOBER 1, 2010, BASED ON THE MIAMI GENERAL EMPLOYEES AMERICAN FEDERATION OF STATE, COUNTY, AND MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES, LOCAL 1907 COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT FOR OCTOBER 1,2023, THROUGH: SEPTEMBER 30, 2026, AND TO UPDATE THE CITY CODE TO COMPLY WITH EARLIER RATIFICATIONS OF COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENTS AND CITY CODE AMENDMENTS, SPECIFICALLY RESOLUTION NO. R-11-0364, ADOPTED ON SEPTEMBER 15, 2011, RESOLUTION NO. R-24- 0013, ADOPTED JANUARY 22, 2024; ORDINANCE NO. 13203, ADOPTED SEPTEMBER 27, 2010; RESOLUTION NO. R-22-0340, ADOPTED SEPTEMBER 13, 2022, AND RESOLUTION NO. R-22- 0423, ADOPTED OCTOBER: 27, 2022; CONTAINING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; PROVIDING FOR. ANI IMMEDIATE  EFFECTIVE DATE. RESULT:  NO ACTIONTAKEN  END OF FUTURE LEGISLATION  City of Miami  Page 91  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  NA-N NON-AGENDA ITEM(S)  NA.1 16733 City Commission  DISCUSSION ITEM  VIDEO PRESENTATION BY THE CITY MANAGER HONORING THE HEROIC EFFORTS OF THE CITY OF MIAMIS FIRST RESPONDERS WHO BATTLED A THREE-ALARM FIRE AT THE TEMPLE COURT APARTMENTS IN ADDITION TO COMMENDING CITY DEPARTMENTS THAT ASSISTED WITH THE RECOVERY AND RELOCATION OF THE TENANTS DISPLACED BY THE  DESTRUCTIVE FIRE. RESULT:  DISCUSSED  Arthur Noriega (City Manager): So, a quick introduction to this video, so you re not like - this - give our Communications staff a big round of applause. They did a  wonderful job putting togetherai video -  Applause.  Mr. Noriega: - of the whole transition of Temple Court Apartments in terms of you know, what transpired, obviously with the fire and what ended in a wonderful resolution to that crisis. So, this video sort of recap - you know, sort of recaps that whole transition and timeline. And SO, we wanted to share it at the meeting and be able to sort ofrecognize what a wonderful, job everyone who took part in that did, and  playedar role in. Audiovisual, presentation made. Applause.  Chair King: Thank you. That was a group effort, collective effort, and I have to acknowledge City staff who worked around the clock to make the residents as comfortable as they possibly could have been in the hotel. They made sure that they got clothing. You know, people donated sO much, and there was sO much effort between myself and Commissioner Gabela. We really worked hard to make sure that our seniors were treated with dignity, although they had lost everything. They left that morning, that fire, with just the clothes on their backs, which was pajamas, by the way. They lost everything. So, I'm honored that we collectively came together to do  the right thing. And at this time - Chair King: David, yes. our elected officials. Applause. Hevia.  Mr. Noriega: Madam Chair, ifImay, Iwant to recognize David.  Mr. Noriega: We did an exceptional job in terms of working with them and obviously  Mr. Noriega: And I-- and Icertainly don't want to. forget the magnitude of the fact that there was no loss of life. And that's a credit to our Fire Department and Chief  Chair King: Yeah, absolutely.  City of Miami  Page 92  Printed on 10/15/2024    City Commission  Meeting Minutes  September 26, 2024  Applause.  Chair King: Absolutely.. Icouldi telly you that I got in touch with David that day. David, you have to go. We have to get them clothes. They don't have anything. And he didi it. He didn't flinch. They worked so hard. It was a huge Herculean effort to make sure that they were okay. But staff really, they went above and beyond in this particular situation. I'm very part to be - very, proud to be a part of City of Miami for that and  many other things as well.  ADJOURNED  The meeting adjourned at 5:19 p.m.  City of Miami  Page 93  Printed on 10/15/2024