October 5, 2021 Aventura City Commission Regular Meeting •
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AVENTURA CITY COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
OCTOBER 5, 2021
6:00 P.M.
Aventura Government Center
19200 West Country Club Drive
Aventura, FL 33180
1. CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL: The meeting was called to order by Mayor Enid
Weisman at 6.00 p.m. The roll was called and the following were present: Mayor Enid
Weisman, Vice Mayor Dr. Linda Marks, Commissioner Jonathan Evans, Commissioner
Rachel S. Friedland, Commissioner Denise Landman, Commissioner Marc Narotsky,
Commissioner Robert Shelley', City Manager Ronald J. Wasson, City Clerk Ellisa L.
Horvath, and City Attorney Robert Meyers. As a quorum was determined to be present,
the meeting commenced.
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: The Pledge was led by Mayor Weisman.
3. AGENDA: REQUESTS FOR DELETIONS/EMERGENCY ADDITIONS: None.
4. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS:
• Employee Service Awards: Mr. Wasson, accompanied by Chief Pegues,
presented Officer Jason Williams (20 years), Sergeant Nelson Reyes (10 years), and 911
Manager Michael Fernandez (10 years), with recognition certificates and tokens of
appreciation for the completion of milestone years of service with the City. Officer Emilio
Perez (20 years), who was not in attendance, was also recognized.
• Youth Advisory Board Certificates of Appointment: Mayor Weisman,
accompanied by the City Commissioners, presented the 2021/2022 members and
alternates with their certificates of appointment.
• Aventura City of Excellence School Update: Principal Dr. Anthony Tyrkala
provided a brief report on ACES.
• Don Soffer Aventura High School Update: Principal Dr. Geoff McKee,
accompanied by teacher Ian Combrinck-Graham and students Jade Stein and Megan
Shein provided a brief report on DSAHS.
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5. CONSENT AGENDA: There were no requests from the public to address the
Commission.
Mayor Weisman requested the removal of Items 5D and 5E.
A motion to approve the remaining items on the Consent Agenda was offered by
Commissioner Landman, seconded by Commissioner Shelley, and passed unanimously
by roll call vote. The following action was taken:
A. Minutes approved as follows:
• September 2, 2021 City Commission Regular Meeting
• September 13, 2021 City Commission First Budget Hearing
• September 23, 2021 City Commission Special Meeting
• September 23, 2021 City Commission Regular Workshop Meeting
• September 23, 2021 City Commission Second Budget Hearing
B. Motion approved as follows:
MOTION TO RATIFY THE CITY MANAGER'S REAPPOINTMENT OF BARBARA
BUXTON,ESQ. AND DANIEL NAIM AS SPECIAL MASTERS FOR THE CITY OF
AVENTURA CODE ENFORCEMENT PROCESS.
C. Resolution No. 2021-55 adopted as follows:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF AVENTURA,
FLORIDA DECLARING CERTAIN PROPERTY LISTED UNDER THE ASSETS OF
THE CITY AS SURPLUS TO THE NEEDS OF THE CITY; DESCRIBING THE
MANNER OF DISPOSAL; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO DO ALL
THINGS NECESSARY TO CARRY OUT THE AIMS OF THIS RESOLUTION; AND
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
D. Removed for discussion:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF AVENTURA,
FLORIDA,SELECTING THE FIRMS OF SEPI ENGINEERING&CONSTRUCTION,
INC. AND THE CORRADINO GROUP TO PROVIDE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
RELATIVE TO RFP NO. 21-09-07-3, PLANNING CONSULTANT SERVICES;
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO NEGOTIATE THE TERMS AND FEES
FOR SAID SERVICES WITH EACH FIRM; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER
TO DO ALL THINGS NECESSARY TO CARRY OUT THE AIMS OF THIS
RESOLUTION; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
E. Removed for discussion:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF AVENTURA,
FLORIDA, APPROVING AN INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT WITH MIAMI-DADE
COUNTY FOR THE CONTRIBUTION OF FUNDS PROVIDED TO THE CITY BY
AVENTURA MALL VENTURE AND SERITAGE SRC FINANCE, LLC TO
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FACILITATE CONSTRUCTION OF A PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE CONNECTING
AVENTURA MALL TO THE PROPOSED BRIGHTLINE PASSENGER RAIL
STATION; PROVIDING FOR AUTHORIZATION; PROVIDING FOR
IMPLEMENTATION; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
F. Motion approved as follows:
MOTION AUTHORIZING THE APPROPRIATION OF UP TO $80,000.00 FOR
POLICE EQUIPMENT FROM THE POLICE FEDERAL FORFEITURE FUNDS IN
ACCORDANCE WITH THE CITY MANAGER'S MEMORANDUM.
Item 511): Mrs. Horvath read the following Resolution title:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF AVENTURA,
FLORIDA,SELECTING THE FIRMS OF SEPI ENGINEERING&CONSTRUCTION,
INC. AND THE CORRADINO GROUP TO PROVIDE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
RELATIVE TO RFP NO. 21-09-07-3, PLANNING CONSULTANT SERVICES;
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO NEGOTIATE THE TERMS AND FEES
FOR SAID SERVICES WITH EACH FIRM; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER
TO DO ALL THINGS NECESSARY TO CARRY OUT THE AIMS OF THIS
RESOLUTION; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
A motion for approval of the Resolution was offered by Commissioner Friedland and
seconded by Commissioner Evans.
Mr. Wasson explained the request for proposals process for planning services as needed
for the Community Development Department.
The Commission provided comments.
Mayor Weisman opened the item for public comment. There being no comments, Mayor
Weisman closed the item for public input.
The motion for approval of the Resolution passed unanimously, by roll call vote, and
Resolution No. 2021-56 was adopted.
Item 5E: Mrs. Horvath read the following Resolution title:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF AVENTURA,
FLORIDA, APPROVING AN INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT WITH MIAMI-DADE
COUNTY FOR THE CONTRIBUTION OF FUNDS PROVIDED TO THE CITY BY
AVENTURA MALL VENTURE AND SERITAGE SRC FINANCE, LLC TO
FACILITATE CONSTRUCTION OF A PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE CONNECTING
AVENTURA MALL TO THE PROPOSED BRIGHTLINE PASSENGER RAIL
STATION; PROVIDING FOR AUTHORIZATION; PROVIDING FOR
IMPLEMENTATION; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
A motion for approval of the Resolution was offered by Commissioner Friedland and
seconded by Commissioner Shelley.
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Mr. Wasson reviewed the details of the agreement for a pedestrian access bridge
connecting the Brightline station to Aventura, with the money to be used solely for the
construction of the east side of the bridge.
The Commission provided comments on the process and importance of the project.
Mayor Weisman opened the item for public comment.
The following members of the public provided comments: Paul Kruss (2600 Island Blvd.
#702, Aventura).
There being no additional comments, Mayor Weisman closed the item for public input.
The motion for approval of the Resolution passed unanimously, by roll call vote, and
Resolution No. 2021-57 was adopted.
6. ORDINANCE - FIRST READING/PUBLIC HEARINGS: Mrs. Horvath read the
following Ordinance title:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA, AMENDING
CHAPTER 36 "RETIREMENT," ARTICLE II "POLICE PENSION PLAN AND
TRUST FUND," IN ACCORDANCE WITH CHANGES CONTAINED IN A
MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE CITY AND THE DADE
COUNTY POLICE BENEVOLENT ASSOCIATION; BY AMENDING SECTION 36-
22 "DEFINITIONS"; BY AMENDING 36-27 "BUY-BACK FOR MILITARY
SERVICE" TO EXPAND BUY-BACK OF SERVICE CREDITS TO INCLUDE LAW
ENFORCEMENT AND CORRECTIONAL OFFICER SERVICE; PROVIDING FOR
REPEAL; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR INCLUSION IN
THE CODE;AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
A motion for approval of the Ordinance was offered by Commissioner Shelley and
seconded by Vice Mayor Dr. Marks.
Mr. Wasson explained the Ordinance.
The Commission provided positive comments.
Mayor Weisman opened the item for public comment. There being no comments, Mayor
Weisman closed the item for public input.
The motion for approval of the Ordinance passed unanimously, by roll call vote.
7. ORDINANCE - SECOND READING/PUBLIC HEARING: Mrs. Horvath read the
following Ordinance title:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA, AMENDING THE
COMPREHENSIVE MASTER PLAN BY AMENDING THE FUTURE LAND USE
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MAP DESIGNATION FOR A 10.5 ACRE PARCEL OF LAND LOCATED AT 20801
AND 20803 BISCAYNE BOULEVARD(WESTERN PARCEL)AND 20807 BISCAYNE
BOULEVARD(EASTERN PARCEL)AND 20805 BISCAYNE BOULEVARD(HOTEL
PARCEL),FROM BUSINESS AND OFFICE TO TOWN CENTER; PROVIDING FOR
CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR INCLUSION
IN THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN;AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
A motion for approval of the Ordinance was offered by Commissioner Narotsky and
seconded by Commissioner Friedland.
Community Development Director Keven Klopp incorporated the staff report, comments
and documents provided at the September 23, 2021 Local Planning Agency Meeting and
City Commission Special Meeting into the record by reference.
The Commission provided comments on traffic, population, discussion at workshop, and
receiving things for the City.
Mr. Meyers noted that the firm was looking into impact fees that could be used and the
results would be provided in a future report.
Mayor Weisman opened the item for public comment. There being no comments, Mayor
Weisman closed the item for public input.
The motion for approval of the Ordinance passed unanimously, by roll call vote, and
Ordinance No. 2021-18 was adopted.
8. ZONING HEARINGS/QUASI-JUDICIAL PUBLIC HEARINGS: Mr. Meyers
reviewed the quasi-judicial procedures for Items 8A and 813.
Mrs. Horvath administered the oath to all those wishing to offer testimony on Items 8A
and 813.
ORDINANCES - SECOND READING:
Mrs. Horvath read the following Ordinance title:
A. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA, AMENDING THE
OFFICIAL ZONING MAP OF THE CITY OF AVENTURA BY AMENDING THE
ZONING DESIGNATION FROM OP, OFFICE PARK DISTRICT TO TC4, TOWN
CENTER OFFICE PARK FOR A 10.5 ACRE PARCEL OF LAND LOCATED AT 20801
AND 20803 BISCAYNE BOULEVARD (WESTERN PARCEL) AND 20807 BISCAYNE
BOULEVARD (EASTERN PARCEL)AND 20805 BISCAYNE BLVD(HOTEL PARCEL);
PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR INCLUSION IN THE CODE;
AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
A motion for approval of the Ordinance was offered by Commissioner Landman and
seconded by Commissioner Evans.
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Community Development Director Keven Klopp incorporated the staff report, testimony
and documents provided at the September 23, 2021 Local Planning Agency Meeting and
City Commission Special Meeting into the record by reference.
No comments were provided on behalf of the Applicant.
The motion for approval of the Ordinance passed unanimously, by roll call vote, and
Ordinance No. 2021-19 was adopted.
Mrs. Horvath read the following Ordinance title:
B. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA, AMENDING THE
OFFICIAL ZONING MAP OF THE CITY OF AVENTURA BY AMENDING THE
ZONING DESIGNATION FOR A 2.30+/-ACRE PARCEL OF LAND LOCATED NORTH
OF NE 214 STREET BETWEEN BISCAYNE BOULEVARD AND NE 29TH COURT,
FROM B2, COMMUNITY BUSINESS DISTRICT TO MO, MEDICAL OFFICE
DISTRICT; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR INCLUSION IN
THE CODE;AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Mr. Wasson requested that the item be continued, in order to work on additional items
with the City.
A motion to continue the item to November 2, 2021 at 6:00 p.m. was offered by
Commissioner Friedland, seconded by Commissioner Evans, and passed unanimously,
by roll call vote.
9. RESOLUTIONS/PUBLIC HEARINGS: None.
10. REPORTS:
Commissioner Evans thanked the members of the City Commission for their personal
contributions to the FIU Bay Vista Campus to assist those students needing food.
Commissioner Narotsky acknowledged the numerous emails received regarding
upcoming construction projects and his intention to respond to them.
Vice Mayor Dr. Marks applauded those who volunteered for the City, especially during
the COVID-19 pandemic, and requested that a recognition event be scheduled for them.
A motion approving a recognition event for the City of Aventura volunteers was offered
by Vice Mayor Dr. Marks, seconded by Commissioner Friedland, and passed
unanimously by roll call vote.
11. PUBLIC COMMENTS: The following members of the public provided comments:
Marjorie Rosenblatt (Aventura), Ethan Bazak (Aventura), Andrei Barysevich (3131 N.E.
1881h Street, Aventura), and Anthony Tedesco (Mystic Pointe, Tower 200, Aventura).
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Mayor Weisman presented a Youth Advisory Board Certificate of Appointment to Carolina
Wesley.
12. OTHER BUSINESS: None.
13. ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business to come before the
Commission, a motion to adjourn was offered by Commissioner Evans, seconded by Vice
Mayor Dr. Marks, and unanimously approved; thus, adjourning the meeting at 7.18 p.m.
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Approved by the City Commission on November 2, 2021.
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