02-07-2023 City Commission Regular Meeting Agenda CITY OF AVENTURA
Aventura Government Center
19200 West Country Club Drive
Aventura, FL 33180
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CITY COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
February 7, 2023
Following 6 p.m. Local Planning Agency Meeting
Aventura Government Center
Commission Chambers
City Commission
Mayor Howard S. Weinberg, Esq.
Vice Mayor Billy Joel
Commissioner Amit Bloom
Commissioner Rachel S. Friedland, Esq.
Commissioner Paul A. Kruss
Commissioner Dr. Linda Marks
Commissioner Michael Stern
City Manager Ronald J. Wasson
City Clerk Ellisa L. Horvath, MMC
City Attorneys Weiss Serota Helfman Cole & Bierman
Aventura City Commission Regular Meeting Agenda February 7, 2023
1. CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. AGENDA: Request for Deletions/Emergency Additions
4. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS:
• Special Recognitions
• Employee Service Awards
• Aventura City of Excellence School Update
• Don Soffer Aventura High School Update
55. C O N S E N T AG E N D A: Matters included under the Consent Agenda are self-explanatory and are not expected
to require discussion or review. Items will be enacted by one motion. If discussion is desired by any member of the Commission,
that item must be removed from the Consent Agenda and considered separately. If the public wishes to speak on a matter on the
consent agenda they must inform the City Clerk prior to the start of the meeting. They will be recognized to speak prior to the
approval of the consent agenda.
A. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
• December 15, 2022 City Commission Regular Workshop
• January 5, 2023 City Commission Regular Meeting
• January 19, 2023 City Commission Regular Workshop
B. MOTION AUTHORIZING THE APPROPRIATION OF UP TO $10,595.14 FOR KBT
BREACHING TOOL FROM THE POLICE FEDERAL FORFEITURE FUNDS IN
ACCORDANCE WITH THE CITY MANAGER'S MEMORANDUM.
C. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA,
PROVIDING FOR THE APPOINTMENT BY THE COMMISSION OF ONE OF ITS
APPOINTEES TO THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE POLICE OFFICERS' RETIREMENT
PLAN TO FILL A VACANCY; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
D. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA,
APPROVING THE EXPENDITURE OF CORONAVIRUS STATE AND LOCAL FISCAL
RECOVERY FUNDS FROM THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF TREASURY UNDER THE
AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN ACT(ARPA)FOR THE PURCHASE OF A FORD T-350 TRANSIT
WAGON; PROVIDING FOR IMPLEMENTATION; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE
DATE.
E. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA,
APPROVING THE EXPENDITURE OF CORONAVIRUS STATE AND LOCAL FISCAL
RECOVERY FUNDS FROM THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF TREASURY UNDER THE
AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN ACT (ARPA) FOR THE PURCHASE OF A 911 CENTER VIDEO
WALL; PROVIDING FOR IMPLEMENTATION; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE
DATE.
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F. 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.
6. ZONING HEARINGS - QUASI-JUDICIAL PUBLIC HEARINGS:
Please be advised that the following item on the Commission's agenda is quasi-judicial in nature. If you wish to object or comment
upon the item,please inform the Mayor when public comments are requested.An opportunity for persons to speak on the item will
be made available after the applicant and staff have made their presentations on the item. All testimony,including public testimony
and evidence,will be made under oath or affirmation. Additionally, each person who gives testimony may be subject to cross-
examination.If you refuse either to be cross-examined or to be sworn,your testimony will be given its due weight. The general
public will not be permitted to cross-examine witnesses,but the public may request the Commission to ask questions of staff or
witnesses on their behalf. Persons representing organizations must present evidence of their authority to speak for the organization.
Further details of the quasi-judicial procedures may be obtained from the Clerk.
RESOLUTION/PUBLIC HEARING:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA,
APPROVING A SIGN VARIANCE FROM SECTION 31-191(J)(2)(D) OF THE CITY'S LAND
DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS TO PERMIT A THIRD WALL SIGN ON THE NORTHEAST
ELEVATION, WHERE ONLY TWO WALL SIGNS ARE ALLOWED BY CODE; APPROVING AN
OUTDOOR LIGHTING VARIANCE FROM SECTION 31-234(E) OF THE CITY'S LAND
DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS FOR THE ADDITION OF EXTERIOR LIGHTING ON THE
SOUTHWEST AND NORTHEAST ELEVATIONS LOCATED AND MOUNTED AT EIGHTY FEET
ABOVE GRADE, WHERE HEIGHTS NO GREATER THAN THIRTY FEET ARE ALLOWED BY
CODE, ON THE AVENTURA HILTON LOCATED AT 2885 NE 191 STREET; PROVIDING FOR
IMPLEMENTATION; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
7. ORDINANCES - FIRST READING/PUBLIC INPUT:
A. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA,
AMENDING CHAPTER 1 "GENERAL PROVISIONS," OF THE CITY OF AVENTURA CODE
OF ORDINANCES TO CREATE SECTION 1-20 "ADOPTION OF IHRA DEFINITION,
CONSIDERATION OF ANTI-SEMITISM AND HATE CRIMES IN ENFORCING LAWS," TO
FURTHER DEMONSTRATE THE CITY'S COMMITMENT TO COMBAT ANTISEMITISM AND
DIRECTING THE POLICE DEPARTMENT TO CONSIDER ACTS OF ANTISEMITISM IN THE
EVALUATION OF EVIDENCE IN ENFORCING HATE CRIME LAWS; PROVIDING FOR
SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR INCLUSION IN THE CODE; AND PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
B. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA, AMENDING SECTION 31-144
"BUSINESS ZONING DISTRICTS" OF THE CITY'S LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS
TO INCLUDE RESTAURANT, CAFE, OR COFFEE HOUSE WITH A DRIVE-THROUGH AS A
CONDITIONAL USE IN THE COMMUNITY BUSINESS (B2) DISTRICT; PROVIDING FOR
SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR INCLUSION IN THE CODE; AND PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
C. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA AMENDING SECTION 31-233
"ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN STANDARDS" OF THE CITY OF AVENTURA CODE OF
ORDINANCES TO ADOPT A PRIMARY COLOR PALETTE APPLICABLE TO THE
EXTERIOR SURFACES OF ANY MULTI-FAMILY, TOWNHOUSE OR NONRESIDENTIAL
BUILDING; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR INCLUSION IN THE CODE;
AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
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D. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA, AMENDING ARTICLE I OF
CHAPTER 14 "BUILDINGS AND BUILDING REGULATIONS" OF THE CITY OF AVENTURA
CODE OF ORDINANCES BY CREATING CODE SECTION 14-3 "ANNUAL CERTIFICATION
OF STRUCTURAL MAINTENANCE,"AND AMENDING ARTICLE II OF CHAPTER 14 OF THE
CITY CODE BY CREATING CODE SECTION 14-32"PAINTING AND/OR WATERPROOFING
OF EXTERIOR BUILDING SURFACES REQUIRED;" PROVIDING FOR PENALTY;
PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR INCLUSION IN THE CODE; AND
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
8. ORDINANCES — SECOND READING/PUBLIC HEARINGS:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 2
"ADMINISTRATION," ARTICLE IV "FINANCE," DIVISION 3 "PURCHASING," OF THE CITY
OF AVENTURA CODE OF ORDINANCES TO PROVIDE FOR ENHANCED PURCHASING
AUTHORITY AND REVISE EXEMPTIONS FROM COMPETITIVE BIDDING; PROVIDING
FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR INCLUSION IN THE CODE; AND PROVIDING FOR
AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
9. RESOLUTION/PUBLIC INPUT: None.
10. REPORTS
11. PUBLIC COMMENTS
12. OTHER BUSINESS: None.
13. ADJOURNMENT
FUTURE MEETINGS
Meeting dates, times, and location are subject to change. Please check the City's website for the most
current schedule. Meetings will be held at the City of Aventura Government Center (19200 West
Country Club Drive,Aventura).
COMMISSION SPECIAL WORKSHOP (ZONING)—FEBRUARY 16, 2023 AT 9 AM
COMMISSION REGULAR WORKSHOP—FEBRUARY 23,2023 AT 9 AM
COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING—MARCH 7, 2023 AT 6 PM
This meeting is open to the public.In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990,all persons who are
disabled and who need special accommodations to participate in this meeting because of that disability should contact
the Office of the City Clerk, (305) 466-8901 or cityclerk@cityofaventura.com, not later than two days prior to such
proceedings. One or more members of the City of Aventura Advisory Boards may participate in the meeting. Anyone
wishing to appeal any decision made by the Aventura City Commission with respect to any matter considered at such
meeting or hearing will need a record of the proceedings and, for such purpose, may need to ensure that a verbatim
record of the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be
based. Agenda items are available online at cityofaventura.com for viewing and printing,or may be requested through
the Office of the City Clerk at(305)466-8901 or cityclerk@cityofaventura.com.
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CITY OF "ENTURA
OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK
MEMORANDUM
TO: City Commission
FROM: Ellisa L. Horvath, MMC, City Clerk
DATE: February 3, 2023
SUBJECT: Approval of Minutes
February 7, 2023 City Commission Meeting Agenda
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Commission approve the attached minutes, as provided
by the City Clerk, for the Commission meetings held in December and January.
BACKGROUND
Meetings were held and minutes have been provided for Commission approval for the
following:
• December 15, 2022 City Commission Regular Workshop
• January 5, 2023 City Commission Regular Meeting
• January 19, 2023 City Commission Regular Workshop
Should you have any questions, please contact me.
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AVENTURA CITY COMMISSION
REGULAR WORKSHOP MINUTES
DECEMBER 15, 2022
Following 9:00 a.m. City Commission Special Meeting
Aventura Government Center
19200 W. Country Club Drive
Aventura, FL 33180
1. Call to Order/Roll Call: The meeting was called to order by Mayor Howard S.
Weinberg at 9.16 a.m. The following were present: Mayor Howard S. Weinberg, Vice
Mayor Billy Joel, Commissioner Amit Bloom, Commissioner Rachel S. Friedland,
Commissioner Paul A. Kruss, Commissioner Dr. Linda Marks, Commissioner Michael
Stern, 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. Discussion: 2023 Proposed City Commission Meeting Schedule (City
Manager) and Meeting Attendance Policy (Mayor Weinberg): Mr. Wasson reviewed
the proposed schedule for the Commission meeting and workshop to be held in 2023.
The City Commission discussed the schedule and clarified the following dates: January
511, January 1911, February 23rd, March 7th, March 16th, April 4th, July 11th, and September
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Mayor Weinberg discussed the policy prior to COVID for attendance at meetings and
workshops.
The City Commission discussed limiting access to meetings for Commission members
via Zoom to solely medical/family emergencies and extraordinary circumstances.
Mr. Meyers provided information on meeting policy as provided in the City Charter.
City Manager Summary: It was the consensus of the City Commission to
establish the schedule for the meeting dates as provided with the changes discussed.
Additionally, it was the consensus to have an understanding on the meeting protocol for
access via Zoom rather than having a written policy.
3. Discussion: 2023 Proposed Aventura City of Excellence School (ACES) and
Don Soffer Aventura High School (DSAHS) Meeting Schedules for Governing
Boards (City Manager): Mr. Wasson reviewed the proposed meeting schedules for both
school governing boards.
Aventura City Commission
Regular Workshop Minutes—December 15, 2022
The City Commission discussed the schedules and clarified the following dates: February
23rd and April 20th. The continuance of the Commission Liaison meetings was also
discussed.
City Manager Summary: It was the consensus of the City Commission to
establish the schedules for the meeting dates as provided with the changes discussed.
Additionally, it was the consensus to continue the Commission Liaison meetings at this
time.
4. Discussion: Adoption of IHRA Working Definition of Antisemitism
(Commissioner Kruss): Commissioner Kruss discussed the increase in anti-Semitic
acts throughout the country and spoke in favor of proceeding with a resolution adopting
the working definition as provided in the draft in the agenda.
The Commission discussed the item. Mayor Weinberg reported on his recent trip to the
Mayor's International Summit to Combat Antisemitism in Greece.
City Manager Summary: It was the consensus of the City Commission to proceed
with a resolution for the item as provided.
5. Discussion: Community Development Matters:
a. Proposed Color Palette for Buildings (City Manager): Mr. Wasson
discussed the prior request from the City Commission for staff to provide a
recommendation for a color palette for buildings in the City.
Keven Klopp, Community Development Director, reviewed the recommendation to utilize
a combination of the model from the City of Homestead for the process and the color
palette from the City of Coral Springs.
The City Commission reviewed the item including the following: addressing buildings
repainting the same color not within the color palette and including more color options
such as blue, etc.
City Manager Summary: It was the consensus of the City Commission to
proceed with the process as outlined, but to research broadening the color palette.
b. Ten-Year Painting Requirement (City Manager) and c. Annual
Structural Maintenance Certification (City Manager): Mr. Wasson and Mr. Klopp
reviewed the recommendation to amend the City Code to require painting and/or
waterproofing of exterior building surfaces, as well as annual structural maintenance
certification, based on a report of the Miami-Dade County Grand Jury regarding the
condominium building collapse in Surfside, Florida.
Oscar Guerrero, Building Official, and Issac Villanueva, Building Department, provided
input on the item.
Mr. Meyers provided input on the City process on structural certification.
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Aventura City Commission
Regular Workshop Minutes—December 15, 2022
The City Commission discussed the Grand Jury report, requirement versus optional, and
the process the City would follow.
City Manager Summary: This item will be researched further and brought back
for additional discussion.
d. Schedule for Zoning-Specific Workshop (City Manager): Mr. Wasson
requested that a special workshop be scheduled to focus on zoning-specific discussions.
City Manager Summary: It was the consensus of the City Commission to
schedule a City Commission Special Workshop on February 16, 2023 at 9.00 a.m.
e. Drive Through — B-2 (Starbucks): Mr. Klopp reviewed the current Code
prohibition for a drive-through in the B-2 Zoning District, the request from Starbucks
Coffee Company to allow a drive-through in that district, and staff support that it be
allowed as a conditional use.
The City Commission discussed the item including the need for a traffic study.
City Manager Summary: It was the consensus of the City Commission to proceed
with the item.
f. 341h Street/Country Club Drive Deed Restriction: Mr. Wasson explained
the current restriction of 5 units and the receipt of a request to allow development of the
property with 22 units. He also reviewed the former dispute between the City and the land
owner which resulted in the agreement and the unit restriction.
Keven Klopp, Community Development Director, recommended that the restriction be
lifted and explained that there would still be a requirement for conditional use approval.
The City Commission discussed the item.
Mr. Meyers explained the City's discretion to lift the restriction.
Alan Rosenthal, Esq. — Rosenthal Rosenthal Rasco (20900 NE 30 Avenue, #600,
Aventura) on behalf of VyV Capital Management, provided information on a proposed
development (22 condominium units, 25 boat docks, and a passive park) at 20605 NE
34th Avenue and submerged land on the north side of the canal south of 207th Street.
City Manager Summary: It was the consensus of the City Commission to
support the idea to lift the five-unit restriction.
6. Discussion: Legal Definition of HERO Housing Program (Mayor Weinberg):
Mayor Weinberg spoke in favor of the City Attorney moving forward with creating a
definition for HERO housing, to provide housing at below market rent for a certain number
of units for police officers and teachers working in the City.
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Aventura City Commission
Regular Workshop Minutes—December 15, 2022
The City Commission discussed the item.
Michael Bentolila, Police Chief, spoke in favor of providing incentives for police personnel.
Mr. Wasson discussed the process with applicants/developers to work out details on the
number of units, etc.
Mr. Meyers suggested that another workshop be held to review all aspects of the item
including code changes versus a case by case basis.
City Manager Summary: It was the consensus of the City Commission for Mr.
Meyers to research the item further and report back.
7. Discussion: Vacancies on the a. Don Soffer Aventura High School Advisory
Board (City Manager), b. Police Pension Board of Trustees (City Manager) and c.
Community Services Advisory Board (City Manager): Mr. Wasson reported on the
vacancies as outlined in the agenda with the City to solicit applications to fill the positions
and come back in January/February with the applications submitted.
The City Commission discussed the item and were directed to provide any recommended
applicants for the vacancies to Mr. Wasson.
City Manager Summary: This item was provided for informational purposes.
8. Discussion:
a. Selection of an IT Consultant (City Manager): Mr. Wasson provided
information on the item including the ranking of firms to perform Enterprise Resource
Planning (ERP) and IT consulting services relating to implementing new financial system
software.
Melissa Cruz, Finance Director, discussed the plan to provide one integrated platform, as
well as the assessment of technology needs, etc.
The City Commission discussed the item and also recommended that it be used for the
charter schools also either through the same company or another.
Karen Lanke, IT Director, discussed the items that were currently in the process.
City Manager Summary: It was the consensus of the City Commission to
proceed with a resolution and to see if they can provide the other items requested and, if
not, to look into another consultant for the other item.
b. Change in Procurement Code (City Manager): Mr. Wasson explained the
recommendation to change the purchasing threshold from $2,500 to $5,000, similar to
other municipalities in Miami-Dade and Broward.
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Aventura City Commission
Regular Workshop Minutes—December 15, 2022
The City Commission discussed the item.
City Manager Summary: It was the consensus of the City Commission to
proceed with an ordinance increasing the threshold on the January agenda.
9. Discussion: Insurance (Commissioner Dr. Marks): Commissioner Dr. Marks
suggested that Commission members be provided with health insurance similar to other
municipalities.
Mr. Meyers provided information on the ability to do so. The City Commission discussed
the item.
City Manager Summary: It was the consensus of the City Commission that
this item be revisited in the future.
10. Update: Yacht Club Drive Pocket Park: (City Manager): Mr. Wasson reviewed
the proposal to provide a pocket park on Yacht Club Drive to serve as the replacement
for the tot lot currently located at Waterways Park.
The City Commission discussed the item and requested that Mr. Wasson look into adding
a bathroom at the park.
City Manager Summary: This item was provided for informational purposes.
11. Mayor Items:
a. Attendance at Conference for Mayors: Mayor Weinberg reported on his
recent trip to the Mayor's International Summit and requested that the U.S. Conference
of Mayors be added to the list of allowed conferences.
The City Commission discussed the item and also adding an annual national educational
conference as well as the allowance of all members to attend the Miami-Dade County
League of Cities meetings.
City Manager Summary: It was the consensus of the City Commission to
proceed with amending the resolution for allowed conferences with the three items as
discussed.
b. Rotation of Vote Order: Mayor Weinberg discussed his request that the City
Clerk rotate the order of Commissioners called for roll call votes, with the Vice Mayor and
Mayor being last.
c. Request to Speak Update: Mayor Weinberg discussed his request to provide
an electronic method for Commission members to use at meetings to request to speak
and to provide motions.
Karen Lanke, IT Director, displayed the monitors to be used and how the system will work.
She will look into the possibility of providing a display for public viewing of the system.
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Aventura City Commission
Regular Workshop Minutes—December 15, 2022
The following additional item was discussed:
Mr. Meyers reported on a challenge to a recent Aventura Special Magistrate ruling
regarding a short term rental and the upcoming mandatory mediation regarding it. He and
Mr. Wasson will meet individually with Commission members regarding options once the
mediator provides a recommendation.
12. City Manager's Annual Review: Mr. Wasson reviewed the list of his
accomplishments throughout the year. Mr. Meyers discussed the procedure and review
process.
The City Commission discussed the process to follow for the review. Commissioner Dr.
Marks provided input on what had been done historically.
City Manager Summary: It was the consensus of the City Commission for Vice
Mayor Joel to provide a report at the January Workshop with a recommendation, with
input from Commissioner Dr. Marks on anything additional that had been done in the past.
The following additional items were discussed:
Per the request of Commissioner Stern, the City Commission discussed looking into
providing concerts at Founders Park through the use of sponsors.
City Manager Summary: It was the consensus of the City Commission to proceed
with looking into the possibility of doing so.
Per the request of Commissioner Stern, the City Commission discussed a company that
would like to start a run in January either on their own or in conjunction with the City.
City Manager Summary: It was the consensus of the City Commission to proceed
with looking into the possibility of working with the company or assisting them with the
run.
13. Adjournment: There being no further business to come before the City
Commission, the meeting was adjourned by consensus at 12:58 p.m.
Ellisa L. Horvath, MMC, City Clerk
Approved by the City Commission on February 7, 2023.
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AVENTURA CITY COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
JANUARY 5, 2023
6:00 p.m.
Aventura Government Center
19200 W. Country Club Drive
Aventura, FL 33180
1. CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL: The meeting was called to order by Mayor
Weinberg at 6:00 p.m. The roll was called and the following were present: Mayor S.
Howard Weinberg, Vice Mayor Billy Joel, Commissioner Amit Bloom, Commissioner
Rachel S. Friedland, Commissioner Paul A. Kruss, Commissioner Dr. Linda Marks,
Commissioner Michael Stern, 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 Weinberg.
3. AGENDA: REQUESTS FOR DELETIONS/EMERGENCY ADDITIONS: Mr.
Wasson removed Item 5F from the agenda for placement on the agenda in February,
explained a word change for clarification purposes in Resolution No. 2022-70, and
pointed out the revisions included in Item 5E.
4. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS: None.
Olivia Callari, the new District Legislative Aide for Senator Pizzo, introduced herself.
Mayor Weinberg pointed out changes he requested prior to the first meeting including
moving the Aventura seal to the middle of the dais, livestreaming the meetings, the
Commission using a new electronic system for voting and speaking, and changing the
vote rotation for each vote taken.
5. CONSENT AGENDA: There were no requests from the public to address the City
Commission.
A motion to approve the items on the Consent Agenda was offered by Commissioner
Stern, seconded by Commissioner Kruss, and passed unanimously by roll call vote. The
following action was taken:
A. Minutes approved as follows:
• November 1 , 2022 City Commission Regular Meeting
• December 15, 2022 City Commission Special Meeting
Aventura City Commission Regular Meeting Minutes
January 5, 2023
B. Resolution No. 2023-01 adopted as follows:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA,
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER ON BEHALF OF THE CITY TO EXECUTE AND
OTHERWISE ENTER INTO THE ATTACHED MUTUAL AID AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE
CITY OF AVENTURA AND THE CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT
ACTIVITIES; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO DO ALL THINGS NECESSARY TO
CARRY OUT THE AIMS OF THIS RESOLUTION; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE
DATE.
C. Resolution No. 2023-02 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. Resolution No. 2023-03 adopted as follows:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA,
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE ATTACHED CONTRACT FOR
TURF AND IRRIGATION MAINTENANCE WITHIN THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF
TRANSPORTATION RIGHTS-OF-WAY ON BISCAYNE BOULEVARD, FROM SOUTH OF NE
203RD STREET TO SOUTH OF NE 207T" STREET, BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF
AVENTURA AND THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION; AUTHORIZING
THE CITY MANAGER TO DO ALL THINGS NECESSARY TO CARRY OUT THE AIMS OF
THIS RESOLUTION; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
E. Resolution No. 2023-04 adopted as follows:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA,
AMENDING THE LIST OF CONFERENCES/EVENTS ELIGIBLE FOR REIMBURSEMENT IN
ACCORDANCE WITH ESTABLISHED COMMISSION TRAVEL AND EXPENSES
PROCEDURES ORIGINALLY ADOPTED IN RESOLUTION NO. 2015-66; PROVIDING FOR
IMPLEMENTATION; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
F. Removed from the agenda:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA,
ADOPTING THE INTERNATIONAL HOLOCAUST REMEMBRANCE ALLIANCE WORKING
DEFINITION OF "ANTISEMITISM"; REASSERTING THE CITY'S COMMITMENT TO
CONDEMN ANTISEMITISM BY REAFFIRMING EARLIER RESOLUTIONS DENOUNCING
BIAS CRIMES AND UNLAWFUL DISCRIMINATION AGAINST JEWS AND FURTHERMORE
ANTISEMITISM IN ALL ITS VARIOUS FORMS; PROVIDING FOR IMPLEMENTATION; AND
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
G. Resolution No. 2023-05 adopted as follows:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA,
APPROVING THE RANKING OF FIRMS TO PERFORM ENTERPRISE RESOURCE
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PLANNING ERP/IT CONSULTING SERVICES; AUTHORIZING THE SELECTION
COMMITTEE TO NEGOTIATE AN AGREEMENT FOR SAID SERVICES WITH THE FIRST
RANKED FIRM; AUTHORIZING THE SELECTION COMMITTEE TO NEGOTIATE AN
AGREEMENT WITH THE SECOND RANKED FIRM IN THE EVENT AN AGREEMENT
CANNOT BE REACHED WITH THE SECOND RANKED FIRM; AUTHORIZING THE
SELECTION COMMITTEE TO NEGOTIATE AN AGREEMENT WITH THE THIRD RANKED
FIRM IN THE EVENT AN AGREEMENT CANNOT BE REACHED WITH THE SECOND
RANKED FIRM; PROVING FOR IMPLEMENTATION;AND PROVIDING FORAN EFFECTIVE
DATE.
H. Resolution No. 2023-06 adopted as follows:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA,
AWARDING A CONTRACT PURSUANT TO RFP NO. 23-11-15-3, SCHOOL UNIFORMS
FOR AVENTURA CITY OF EXCELLENCE SCHOOL (ACES), TO CHAI TEES, LLC;
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE CONTRACT; PROVIDING FOR
IMPLEMENTATION; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
6. ZONING HEARINGS — QUASI-JUDICIAL PUBLIC HEARINGS: None.
7. ORDINANCES — FIRST READING/PUBLIC INPUT: Mrs. Horvath read the
following Ordinance title:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 2
"ADMINISTRATION," ARTICLE IV "FINANCE," DIVISION 3 "PURCHASING," OF THE CITY
OF AVENTURA CODE OF ORDINANCES TO PROVIDE FOR ENHANCED PURCHASING
AUTHORITY AND REVISE EXEMPTIONS FROM COMPETITIVE BIDDING; 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 Bloom and
seconded by Vice Mayor Joel.
Mr. Wasson reviewed the item.
Mayor Weinberg opened the item for public comment. There being no comments, Mayor
Weinberg closed the item for public input.
The motion for approval of the Ordinance on first reading passed unanimously by roll call
vote.
8. ORDINANCES - SECOND READING/PUBLIC HEARINGS: Mrs. Horvath read
the following Ordinance title:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA,
AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 2021-17 WHICH ORDINANCE ADOPTED A BUDGET FOR
THE 2021/2022 FISCAL YEAR BY REVISING THE 2021/2022 FISCAL YEAR OPERATING
AND CAPITAL BUDGET AS OUTLINED IN EXHIBIT "A" ATTACHED HERETO;
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO DO ALL THINGS NECESSARY TO CARRY OUT
THE AIMS OF THIS ORDINANCE; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
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A motion for approval of the Ordinance was offered by Commissioner Bloom and
seconded by Commissioner Friedland.
Mr. Wasson reviewed the item.
Mayor Weinberg opened the item for public comment. There being no comments, Mayor
Weinberg closed the item for public input.
The motion for approval of the Ordinance on first reading passed unanimously by roll call
vote and Ordinance No. 2023-01 was adopted.
9. RESOLUTION/PUBLIC INPUT: None.
10. REPORTS: Various reports were provided by members of the City Commission
including the following:
Commissioner Dr. Marks reported on the Wounded Warriors annual journey that started
from Aventura on this date with elected officials in attendance.
Mayor Weinberg reported on his recent trip to the Mayor's International Summit to Combat
Antisemitism in Greece, as well as to Israel meeting with organizations and government
leaders, and joining the Miami-Dade County Mayor and other leaders in a press
conference to raise awareness about the rise in antisemitic incidents in South Florida and
ways to combat hatred and bigotry, with Aventura as a leading municipality.
It was noted that the City of Aventura will be recognized as the 2022 Bike305 Municipality
of the Year on March 3rd at the 2023 Bike305 Bike to Work Day annual event.
Commissioner Kruss invited everyone to Beth Torah's 2023 Gospel Shabbat.
11. PUBLIC COMMENTS: The following members of the public provided comments:
John Roland (3370 Hidden Bay Drive #2108, Aventura), Marcelle Fischler (3370 Hidden
Bay Drive #2707, Aventura), and Andrea and Amelie Meyer (2950 NE 1881h Street #540,
Aventura).
12. OTHER BUSINESS: None.
13. ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business to come before the
Commission, a motion to adjourn was offered by Commissioner Kruss, seconded by
Commissioner Bloom, and unanimously approved; thus, adjourning the meeting at 6:30
p.m.
Ellisa L. Horvath, MMC, City Clerk
Approved by the City Commission on February 7, 2023.
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AVENTURA CITY COMMISSION
REGULAR WORKSHOP MINUTES
JANUARY 19, 2023
9:00 a.m.
Aventura Government Center
19200 W. Country Club Drive
Aventura, FL 33180
1. Call to Order/Roll Call: The meeting was called to order by Mayor Howard S.
Weinberg at 9.09 a.m. The following were present: Mayor Howard S. Weinberg, Vice
Mayor Billy Joel, Commissioner Amit Bloom, Commissioner Rachel S. Friedland,
Commissioner Paul A. Kruss, Commissioner Dr. Linda Marks', Commissioner Michael
Stern, 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.
The Pledge was led by Vice Mayor Joel.
Former Mayor Enid Weisman, who was in attendance, was congratulated on recently
being honored by the Miami-Dade County School Board.
2. Discussion: Approval of the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Purchase of
911 Video Wall for the City's Police Department (City Manager): Mr. Wasson
reviewed the need for an update to the video wall for the Police Department's 911 system.
The City Commission discussed the item including the recruiting process and the need
for the salaries for 911 operators to be competitive.
City Manager Summary: It was the consensus of the City Commission to proceed
with the placement of the item as a resolution on the February Commission Meeting
Agenda.
3. Discussion: Adoption of IHRA Working Definition of Antisemitism
(Commissioner Kruss): Commissioner Kruss recommended that the definition be
considered as an ordinance in lieu of a resolution, based on what had been done in other
municipalities and the State.
Mr. Meyers discussed the benefit of the permanency of an ordinance as a policy/law.
City Manager Summary: It was the consensus of the City Commission to proceed
with the placement of the item as an ordinance on the February Commission Meeting
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Agenda.
4. Discussion: Police Pension Board of Trustees Vacancy (City Manager): Mr.
Wasson explained the vacancy on the Board due to the resignation of Vice Mayor Joel
and recommended the appointment of former Mayor Enid Weisman.
The City Commission reviewed the three resumes received.
City Manager Summary: It was the consensus of the City Commission to proceed
with the placement of a resolution on the February Commission Meeting Agenda
appointing Enid Weisman to the Board. Additionally, Mr. Wasson was directed to see if
the other interested applicants could serve in other capacities.
5. Follow-up Discussion: Color Palette for Building Code (City Manager): Mr.
Wasson and Keven Klopp, Community Development Director, reviewed the
recommended color palette based on feedback at the last workshop and the addition of
more colors.
The City Commission reviewed the item.
City Manager Summary: It was the consensus of the City Commission to proceed
with the item as an ordinance on the February Commission Meeting Agenda.
6. Follow-up Discussion: Annual Building Maintenance Report Requirement
(City Manager): Mr. Wasson and Keven Klopp, Community Development Director,
reviewed the recommendation to create an annual certification of structural maintenance
as part of the City's Code.
The City Commission discussed the item including the addition of language to Section
14-3(a) to include a designee.
City Manager Summary: It was the consensus of the City Commission to proceed
with the item, with the added language, as an ordinance on the February Commission
Meeting Agenda.
7. Discussion: Proposed "Aventura Food Hall" — 2777 N.E. 185 St. (City
Manager): Prior to the discussion of the item, the following announcement was made:
Commissioner Kruss announced that due to the appearance of a conflict, because he has
a restaurant next to the property, he would leave the meeting.
Mr. Wasson and Keven Klopp, Community Development Director, provided a brief
overview of the proposed project and recommended approval to proceed with the notation
for the need to review the traffic circulation in detail.
Brian Adler, Esq. — Bilzin Sumberg Baena Price & Axelrod LLP (1450 Brickell Avenue,
23rd Floor, Miami), on behalf of Aventura Corporate Center LLLP, provided information
on the proposed food hall to house 10 restaurants.
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The following were also in attendance on behalf of the owners and provided comments:
Cara Kronengold, Esq. - Kronengold Law, Maxine Lambert — Arquitectonica, Fidel Zabik
—Arquitectonica, and Leonel Vasquez - Aventura Corporate Center, LLLP.
The City Commission discussed the proposal including the number of restaurants,
possible entertainment, seating capacity, parking and overflow parking after hours,
variance for parking relief, traffic, and adding a level of parking,
City Manager Summary: It was the consensus of the City Commission to proceed
with working on the project, while addressing the concerns voiced regarding traffic and
parking.
Commissioner Kruss returned to the meeting.
8. Discussion: Hilton Uplighting and Sign Variance Proposal (City Manager):
Mr. Wasson and Keven Klopp, Community Development Director, reviewed the request
by PMG Asset Services representing Aventura Hospitality for the Hilton for a sign
variance facing the William Lehman Causeway and the addition of exterior accent lighting.
The City Commission discussed the item.
City Manager Summary: It was the consensus of the City Commission to proceed
with the item.
9. Discussion: Renaming of Marina Del Rev Boulevard to Hidden Bay Drive
(City Manager): Mayor Weinberg explained the request from residents to rename the
street back to Hidden Bay Drive, which would require a resolution from the City to Miami-
Dade County requesting to do so.
City Manager Summary: It was the consensus of the City Commission to proceed
with the resolution on the February Commission Meeting Agenda.
10. Discussion: Government Center Parking (Mayor Weinberg): Mayor Weinberg
discussed the issue of the parking mostly in front of Government Center being misused
by overnight parkers, neighboring buildings, etc. and his request that a policy be
established.
Mr. Wasson reported on the signage that had been added excluding overnight parking
unless authorized by the City Manager, as well as other items that had been addressed.
City Manager Summary: It was the consensus of the City Commission to proceed
with establishing a policy for the parking at Government Center.
11. Discussion: Commission Meetings Dress Code (Vice Mayor Billy Joel): Vice
Mayor Joel recommended that the men on the City Commission be required to wear ties
at the regular Commission Meetings to convey a more professional meeting.
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The City Commission discussed the item including the allowance for members to be
provided with shirts and blazers with the Aventura logo.
City Manager Summary: It was the consensus of the City Commission to
encourage, but not mandate, members to dress as professional as possible.
12. Discussion: Automated External Defibrillators (AED) (Commissioner
Friedland): Commissioner Friedland recommended that restaurants with over 100 seats
be required to have an AED and a stop bleed kit.
The City Commission discussed the item including the following: concerns with training
personnel including employee turnover, burden and costs, restaurants under 100 seats,
and annual inspections.
Mr. Meyers discussed the Florida statute, potential liability, the obligations of employers
to train staff, etc.
Mr. Wasson and Chief Bentolila provided comments including the need to review the item
further.
City Manager Summary: It was the consensus of the City Commission for the
item to be researched further with the goal to save lives while also protecting businesses
from cost and liability.
13. Discussion: Allowance of Diplomatic Children into Aventura Schools (City
Manager): Mr. Wasson removed this item from the agenda.
The following item was added by the City Manager, since it was inadvertently not placed
on the agenda as requested by Commissioner Bloom:
Newsletter (Commissioner Bloom): Commissioner Bloom reviewed her
background in publication and recommended that if the desire was to still have a version
of a printed newsletter that it be done on an 8 '/2 by 11 or smaller sized postcard, in lieu
of the current eight page newsletter, focused on pertinent information such as save the
dates and events as a more cost effective and efficient way to provide printed material.
Mr. Wasson provided comments on the current cost of the newsletter and improving it.
The City Commission discussed the newsletter including the current high cost, providing
it quarterly instead of monthly, focusing on social media and texting while respecting
those needing printed items, providing a condensed version in a smaller format, and
improving the timeliness.
Evan Ross, Director of Communications (Public Communicators Group), discussed the
digital newsletter, texting, promotion videos, and Facebook and Instagram.
City Manager Summary: It was the consensus of the City Commission for the
printed newsletter to be reworked and for Commissioner Bloom to work with Mr. Wasson
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for the right blend.
The meeting was paused at 11 .37 a.m. by consensus of the City Commission in order to
convene the meetings for the school governing boards.
The meeting was reconvened by Mayor Howard S. Weinberg at 3.12 p.m. The following
were present: Mayor Howard S. Weinberg, Vice Mayor Billy Joel, Commissioner Amit
Bloom, Commissioner Rachel S. Friedland, Commissioner Paul Kruss, Commissioner
Michael Stern, City Manager Ronald J. Wasson, City Clerk Ellisa L. Horvath, and City
Attorney Robert Meyers. Commissioner Dr. Linda Marks was absent. As a quorum was
determined to be present, the meeting commenced.
14. City Manager's Annual Review (Vice Mayor Billy Joel): Vice Mayor Joel
recommended that Mr. Wasson be provided with a 5% bonus based on his current salary,
following a review and discussion with Mr. Wasson.
The City Commission discussed the item.
City Manager Summary: It was the consensus of the City Commission to provide
Mr. Wasson with a 5% bonus based on his current salary.
15. Adjournment: There being no further business to come before the City
Commission, the meeting was adjourned by consensus at 3.17 p.m.
Ellisa L. Horvath, MMC, City Clerk
Approved by the City Commission on February 7, 2023.
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CITY OF "ENTURA
OFFICE OF THE CITY MANAGER
MEMORANDUM
TO: City Commission
FROM: Ronald J. Wasson, City Manager C4--
DATE: February 3, 2023
SUBJECT: Disbursement of Police Federal Forfeiture Funds
February 7, 2023 City Commission Meeting Agenda Item
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Commission adopt the following Motion to expend funds
from the Police Federal Forfeiture Funds:
"Motion authorizing the appropriation of up to $10,595.14 for KBT Breaching Tool
from the Police Federal Forfeiture Funds in accordance with the City Manager's
Memorandum".
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me.
RJW/act
Attachment
CC03016-23
CITY OF AVENTURA
POLICE DEPARTMENT
INTER OFFICE MEMORANDUM
TO: Ronald J. Wasson, City Manager
FROM: Michael Bentolila, Chief of Police tiff 9,,,,-ea
DATE: February 3, 2023
SUBJECT: Use of Federal Forfeiture Funds
The Federal Equitable Sharing Agreement (FESA), Section Vill allows for the use of
federally forfeited funds for law enforcement. Section IX, A9 of the Federal Equitable
Sharing agreement requires that the funds be expended only upon request of the
Chief of Police to the municipality's governing body and approval of the governing
body.
I am requesting City Commission approval for the expenditure of these monies for
the purchase of:
T Breaching Tool $10,595.14
Summary
T Breaching Tool — Doors and entryways have become more secure in homes,
businesses, and schools, making it harder for Officers to breach an entryway quickly
and effectively. This ready-to-use device can completely replace other time-
consuming breaching devices enhancing our officer's ability to effectively perform
during high-risk situations.
CITY OF "ENTURA
OFFICE OF THE CITY MANAGER
MEMORANDUM
TO: City Commission
FROM: Ronald J. Wasson, City Manager
DATE: February 3, 2023
SUBJECT: Recommendation to Appoint Member to the Police Pension Board of
Trustees of the Police Officers' Retirement Plan to Fill a Vacancy
February 7, 2023 City Commission Meeting Agenda
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Commission adopt the attached Resolution appointing
Enid Weisman as a member of the Police Pension Board of Trustees of the Police
Officers' Retirement Plan.
BACKGROUND
The Police Pension Plan Ordinance provides for the City Commission to appoint two (2)
legal residents of the City from a list provided by the City Manager to the Police Pension
Board of Trustees.
A vacancy occurred on the Board with the resignation of Billy Joel. It is recommended
Enid Weisman be appointed to the Board.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me.
RJW/act
Attachment
CC03017-23
CITY OF AVENTURA RESOLUTION NO. 2023-
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
AVENTURA, FLORIDA, PROVIDING FOR THE APPOINTMENT BY THE
COMMISSION OF ONE OF ITS APPOINTEES TO THE BOARD OF
TRUSTEES OF THE POLICE OFFICERS' RETIREMENT PLAN TO FILL
A VACANCY; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, Ordinance No. 2004-07 established a Police Officers' Retirement
Plan; and
WHEREAS, in accordance with the provisions of Ordinance No. 2004-07, and
amended by Ordinance 2010-07, two members of the Board of Trustees of the Police
Officers' Retirement Plan shall be appointed by the City Commission from a list provided
by the City Manager, each of whom shall serve for a term of four years from date of
appointment; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Section Sec. 36-23, if a vacancy shall occur prior to the
expiration of a member's term, a replacement member shall be chosen in the same
manner as the person who has left office and that replacement Trustee shall serve a full
term measured from the date of replacement; and
WHEREAS, the City Commission wishes to provide for the appointment of one
member to the Police Officers' Retirement Plan, due to the vacancy created by the
resignation of Billy Joel, who was reappointed as a Trustee in April 2019 for four years
with a term expiring in April 2023.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA, THAT:
Section 1. The City Commission hereby appoints Enid Weisman to fill the
vacancy on the Board of Trustees of the City ofAventura Police Officers' Retirement Plan,
for a term of four years from the date of this appointment.
Section 2. This Resolution shall become effective immediately upon its
adoption.
The foregoing resolution was offered by Commissioner who moved its
adoption. The motion was seconded by Commissioner and, upon being put to
a vote, the vote was as follows:
Commissioner Amit Bloom
Commissioner Rachel S. Friedland
Commissioner Paul A. Kruss
Commissioner Dr. Linda Marks
Commissioner Michael Stern
Vice Mayor Billy Joel
Mayor Howard S. Weinberg
City of Aventura Resolution No. 2023-_
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 7t" day of February, 2023.
HOWARD S. WEINBERG, ESQ.
MAYOR
ATTEST:
ELLISA L. HORVATH, MMC
CITY CLERK
APPROVED AS TO LEGAL SUFFICIENCY:
CITY ATTORNEY
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CITY OF "ENTURA
OFFICE OF THE CITY MANAGER
MEMORANDUM
TO: City Commission
FROM: Ronald J. Wasson, City Manager
(92-
DATE- February 3, 2023
SUBJECT: Recommendation to Approve the Purchase of a Ford T-350 Transit
Wagon for the Police Department
February 7, 2023 City Commission Meeting Agenda Item
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Commission adopt the attached Resolution authorizing
the City Manager to execute an agreement with Garber Ford Inc. for the purchase of a
Ford T-350 Transit Wagon for the police department.
BACKGROUND
The City Commission authorized this purchase under Resolution 2022-15 (modified on
April 5, 2022) which relates to the City's project for the American Rescue Plan grant
funding.
This vehicle will be used to safely transport all of the department's Police Explorers to
and from events. The vehicle will have a specially designed wrap identifying it as the
Aventura Police Explorer Post #497. It will also be outfitted with lighting and used at city
events, statewide Explorer competitions, and for recruitment.
This item will be purchased from an approved vendor on the Florida State Contract.
The total cost for the Ford Transit Wagon is $52,369.05.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me.
RJW/bp
Attachment
CCO2036-22
CITY OF AVENTURA
POLICE DEPARTMENT
INTER OFFICE MEMORANDUM
TO: Ronald J. Wasson, City Manager
FROM: Michael Bentolila, Chief of Police / Bencoeea
DATE: January 10, 2023
SUBJECT: Request for Commission Approval of ARPA Purchase
I am requesting City Commission confirm approval for the ARPA expenditure of these
monies for the purchase of:
2022 Ford Transit Wagon for Police EXPLORER program: $52,369.05
Summary
EXPLORER Vehicle — This vehicle will allow us to safely transport all of our Explores
from one event to another safely, while also promoting the Explorer program. The vehicle
will have a designed wrap identifying it as the Aventura Police Explorer Post #497. It will
also be outfitted with lighting and used at city events, statewide Explorer competitions
and for recruitment.
Motor Vehicles(25100000-21-STC)
Price Quote Form(PQF)
(STATE AGENCIES MUST ALSO SUBMIT FORM MP6301)
Updated 111812022
Awarded Contractor Information
Contractor Name: Garber Ford Inc
Street Address: 3380 Highway 17
City,State,Zip: Green Cove Springs FI,32043
Contact Person: Todd Brandt Title:
Original Quote Date: 11/8/2022 Revised Quote Date: Est
Phone#'s: Primary: 904.264.2442 Secondary:
Email Address: tbrandt@garberautomall.com
Fax#: 1904.284.0054
Contractor's Purchase Order#:
Requesting Customer Information
Agency/Eligible User Name: AVENTURA POLICE DEPARTMENT
Contact Person: JORGE MASSANA Title:
Phone#'s: Primary: 305.466.8989 Secondary:
Email Address: MASSANAJ@AVENTURAPOLICE.COM
Fax#:
Secondary Contact for Customer(Optional)
Contact Person: Title:
Phone#'s: Primary: Secondary:
Email Address:
Fax#:
UNSPSC Group Sub-Group Line Number
Commodity Code
25101505 1 LIGHT TRUCKS OR SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES MINIVANS AND VANS 23
Manufacturer/Brand Representative Model Base Vehicle Price OEM Options
$###,###.## Discount
##
FORD 2022 FORD TRANSIT WAGON T-350 148"LOW ROOF XL RWD (X2Y) $ 45,716.00 2%
OEM OPTIONS
THIS SECTION SHOULD ONLY BE USED FOR OEM OPTIONS,WHICH ARE NOT IDENTIFIED AND PRICED ON THE PRICE SHEET.
OEM Option Description CITY OEM Option OEM Option Model OEM Option MSRP OEM Option Price Total Price
Manufacturer Number (Per Unit) (Per Unit)
XL PACKAGE 1 301A $ $ $
3.5L V6 FLEX FUEL ENGINE 1 998 $ $
10-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION 1 44U $ $
SOLID EXTERIOR PAINT:INGOT SILVER 1 UX $ $ $
CLOTH BUCKET SEATS:DARK PALAZZO GRAY 1 CB $ $ $ -
TWO ADDITIONAL KEYS/FOBS 1 186F $ 75.00 $ 73.50 $ 73.50
REVERSE SENSING SYSTEM 1 43C $ 295.00 $ 289.10 $ 289.10
CRUISE CONTROL W/MESSAGING CENTER 1 60C $ 325.00 $ 318.50 $ 318.50
15-PASSENGER SEATING 1 96P $ 1,495.00 $ 1,465.10 $ 1,465.10
HD TRAILER TOWING PACKAGE 1 53B $ 485.00 $ 475.30 $ 475.30
FRONT LICENSE PLATE BRACKET:NO CHARGE 1 153 $ - $ - $ -
0 $ $ $
POWER EQUIPMENT/KEYLESS ENTRY/REARVIEW CAMERA:STANDARD 0 $ $ $
0 $ $ $
0 $ $ $
TEMP TAG AND DELIVERY INCLUDED $ $
TOTAL COST:OEM Options $ 2,621.50
REQUIREDOPTIONS
THIS SECTION SHOULD ONLY BE USED FOR REQUIRED AFTERMARKET OPTIONS,WHICH ARE IDENTIFIED AND PRICED ON THE PRICE SHEET.
Required Required
Required Aftermarket Option Description CITY Required Aftermarket Option Aftermarket Option Aftermarket Option Total Price
Manufacturer Price
Model Number
(Per Unit)
TOTAL COST:Required Aftermarket Options $
IDENTIFIED AFTERMARKET OPTIONS
THIS SECTION SHOULD ONLY BE USED FOR IDENTIFIED AFTERMARKET OPTIONS,WHICH ARE IDENTIFIED AND PRICED ON THE PRICE SHEET.
Identified Identified
Identified Aftermarket Option Description O� Identified Aftermarket Option Aftermarket Option Aftermarket Option Total Price
Manufacturer Model Number Price
(Per Unit)
TOTAL COST:Identified Aftermarket Options $
NON-IDENTIFIEDOPTIONS
THIS SECTION SHOULD ONLY BE USED FOR NON-IDENTIFIED AFTERMARKET OPTIONS,WHICH ARE NOT IDENTIFIED AND PRICED ON THE PRICE SHEET.
Non-Identified Non-Identified Non-Identified Non-Identified
Non-Identified Aftermarket Option Description QTY Aftermarket Option Aftermarket Option Aftermarket Option Aftermarket Option Total Price
Manufacturer Model Number MSRP Price
(Per Unit) (Per Unit)
YELLOW CITY TAG 1 $ 116.55 $ 116.55
5YR/100K MILES FORD PREMIUM CARE WARRANTY W/$0 DEDUCTIBLE 1 $ 3,915.00 $ 3,915.00
$ $
TOTAL COST:Non-Identified Aftermarket Options $ 4,031.55
Grand Total State Term Contract Price per Vehicle $ 52,369.05
Total Vehicles Quoted(with the same OEM,Required Aftermarket,Identified Aftermarket,and Non-Identified Aftermarket Options) 1
Purchase Order Grand Total $ 52,369.05
Contractor
Comments:
Customer
Comments:
*U NSPSC=United Nations Standard Products and Services Commodity Code.Refer to the price sheet for the code(s)applicable to each Group.
CITY OF AVENTURA RESOLUTION NO. 2023-
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
AVENTURA, FLORIDA, APPROVING THE EXPENDITURE OF
CORONAVIRUS STATE AND LOCAL FISCAL RECOVERY FUNDS
FROM THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF TREASURY UNDER THE
AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN ACT (ARPA) FOR THE PURCHASE OF A
FORD T-350 TRANSIT WAGON; PROVIDING FOR IMPLEMENTATION;
AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, at the February 1, 2022 City Commission meeting, Resolution No.
2022-15 was adopted approving the American Rescue Plan Act ("ARPA") spending plan,
to include the purchase of a Ford T-350 Transit Wagon by the City's Police Department;
and
WHEREAS, the Police Department has identified a new Ford T-350 Transit Wagon
it wishes to purchase and is requesting approval from the City Commission to finalize this
purchase; and
WHEREAS, the City Commission finds that the purchase of this vehicle and the
adoption of this Resolution is in the best interest and welfare of the residents of the City
of Aventura.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA, AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Recitals. That each of the above-stated recitals are hereby adopted,
confirmed, and incorporated herein.
Section 2. Purchased Approved. That the City Commission hereby approves
the purchase of a new Ford T-350 Transit Wagon from Garber Ford, the approved Florida
State Contract vendor, with ARPA funds at the price set forth in the City Manager's
Memorandum.
City of Aventura Resolution No. 2022-
Section 3. Implementation. That the City Manager is hereby authorized to take
all actions necessary to implement the purpose of this Resolution.
Section 4. Effective Date. That this Resolution shall take effect immediately
upon its passage and adoption.
The foregoing Resolution was offered by Commissioner who moved its
adoption. The motion was seconded by Commissioner and upon being put to
a vote, the vote was as follows:
Commissioner Amit Bloom
Commissioner Rachel S. Friedland
Commissioner Paul Kruss
Commissioner Dr. Linda Marks
Commissioner Michael Stern
Vice Mayor Billy Joel
Mayor Howard S. Weinberg
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 7t" day of February 2023.
HOWARD S. WEINBERG, ESQ.
MAYOR
ATTEST:
ELLISA L. HORVATH, MMC
CITY CLERK
APPROVED AS TO LEGAL SUFFICIENCY:
CITY ATTORNEY
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CITY OF "ENTURA
OFFICE OF THE CITY MANAGER
MEMORANDUM
TO: City Commission
FROM: Ronald J. Wasson, City Manager C4--
DATE: February 3, 2023
SUBJECT: Recommendation to Approve the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA)
Purchase of 911 Police Video Wall for the City's Police Department
February 7, 2023 City Commission Meeting Agenda
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Commission adopt the attached Resolution authorizing
the City Manager to execute an agreement with Innovate Audio Visual Inc., for the
purchase of a 911 Police Video Wall for the City's Police Department.
BACKGROUND
The City Commission authorized this purchase under Resolution 2022-15 (modified on
April 5, 2022) which relates to the City's project for the American Rescue Plan grant
funding.
This project will replace the Police Department's existing video wall which is insufficient
to meet the current demands of its 911 center. The new video wall will provide a larger
landscape to maintain and operate the numerous software programs monitored on a 24-
hour basis by the 911 Center.
This item will be purchased from a competitive bid contract#200904 awarded to Innovate
Audio Visual Inc. through The Interlocal Purchasing System (TIPS).
The total cost for the 911 Police Video Wall is 175,000.00.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me.
RJW/bp
Attachment
CCO2036-23
CITY OF AVENTURA
POLICE DEPARTMENT
INTER OFFICE MEMORANDUM
TO: Ronald J. Wasson, City Manager
FROM: Michael Bentolila, Chief of Police / Bencoeea
DATE: February 3, 2023
SUBJECT: Request for Commission Approval of ARPA Purchase
The ARPA regulation for CFR 200 requires that the funds be expended only upon request
of the Chief of Police to the governing body of the municipality and approval of the
governing body when piggybacking on another contract and when the expenditure is over
$50,000.
1 am requesting that the City Commission confirm approval for the ARPA expenditure of
these monies for the purchase of:
POLICE VIDEO WALL IN 911 DISPATCH CENTER: $175,000
Summary
VIDEO WALL — This project will replace our current video wall which is outdated and
struggling to meet the needs of our 911 dispatch center. The new video wall will provide
a larger landscape to maintain and operate the numerous software programs monitored
on a 24-hour basis by our Communication Center.
CITY OF AVENTURA RESOLUTION NO. 2023-
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
AVENTURA, FLORIDA, APPROVING THE EXPENDITURE OF
CORONAVIRUS STATE AND LOCAL FISCAL RECOVERY FUNDS
FROM THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF TREASURY UNDER THE
AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN ACT (ARPA) FOR THE PURCHASE OF A
911 CENTER VIDEO WALL; PROVIDING FOR IMPLEMENTATION; AND
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, at the February 1, 2022 City Commission meeting, Resolution No.
2022-15 was adopted approving the American Rescue Plan Act ("ARPA") spending plan,
to include the purchase of a 911 Center Video Wall by the City's Police Department; and
WHEREAS, the Police Department has identified a new 911 Center Video Wall it
wishes to purchase and is requesting approval from the City Commission to finalize this
purchase; and
WHEREAS, the City Commission finds that the purchase of this video wall and the
adoption of this Resolution is in the best interest and welfare of the residents of the City
of Aventura.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA, AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Recitals. That each of the above-stated recitals are hereby adopted,
confirmed, and incorporated herein.
Section 2. Purchase Approved. That the City Commission hereby approves
the purchase of a new 911 Center Video Wall from Innovate Audio Visual Inc., through a
contract awarded by The Interlocal Purchasing System (TIPS), a purchasing cooperative,
with ARPA funds at the price set forth in the City Manager's Memorandum.
Section 3. Implementation. That the City Manager is hereby authorized to take
all actions necessary to implement the purpose of this Resolution.
City of Aventura Resolution No. 2023-
Section 4. Effective Date. That this Resolution shall take effect immediately
upon its passage and adoption.
The foregoing Resolution was offered by Commissioner who moved its
adoption. The motion was seconded by Commissioner and upon being put to
a vote, the vote was as follows:
Commissioner Amit Bloom
Commissioner Rachel S. Friedland
Commissioner Paul Kruss
Commissioner Dr. Linda Marks
Commissioner Michael Stern
Vice Mayor Billy Joel
Mayor Howard S. Weinberg
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 7t" day of February 2023.
HOWARD S. WEINBERG, ESQ.
MAYOR
ATTEST:
ELLISA L. HORVATH, MMC
CITY CLERK
APPROVED AS TO LEGAL SUFFICIENCY:
CITY ATTORNEY
Page 2 of 2
CITY OF "ENTURA
OFFICE OF THE CITY MANAGER
MEMORANDUM
TO: City Commission
FROM: Ronald J. Wasson City Mana er
Y g
DATE: February 3, 2023
SUBJECT: Resolution Declaring Property as Surplus
February 7, 2023 City Commission Meeting Agenda
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Commission adopt the attached Resolution declaring
certain property as surplus to the needs of the City.
BACKGROUND
Section 2-258 of the City Code of Ordinances provides that any property owned by the
City which has become obsolete or which has outlived its usefulness may be disposed of
in accordance with procedures established by the City Manager, so long as the property
has been declared surplus by a resolution of the City Commission.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me.
RJW/act
Attachment
CC03018-23
CITY OF AVENTURA RESOLUTION NO. 2023-
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.
WHEREAS, the City Manager desires to declare certain property as surplus to the
needs of the City; and
WHEREAS, Ordinance No. 2000-09 provides that all City-owned property that has
been declared surplus cannot be disposed of prior to the preparation and formal approval
of a resolution by the City Commission.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA, THAT:
Section 1. The above recitals are hereby confirmed and adopted herein.
Section 2. The property listed on Exhibit "A" has been declared surplus and is
hereby approved for disposal.
Section 3. The City Manager is authorized to dispose of the property listed on
Exhibit "A" through a public auction, sale, trade-in, transfer to other governmental agency
or, if of no value, discarded.
Section 4. The City Manager is hereby authorized to do all things necessary to
carry out the aims of this Resolution.
Section 5. This Resolution shall become effective immediately upon its
adoption.
The foregoing Resolution was offered by Commissioner who moved its
adoption. The motion was seconded by Commissioner and upon being put to
a vote, the vote was as follows:
Commissioner Amit Bloom
Commissioner Rachel S. Friedland
Commissioner Paul A. Kruss
Commissioner Dr. Linda Marks
Commissioner Michael Stern
Vice Mayor Billy Joel
Mayor Howard S. Weinberg
City of Aventura Resolution No. 2023-
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 7t" day of February, 2023.
HOWARD S. WEINBERG, ESQ.
MAYOR
ATTEST:
ELLISA L. HORVATH, MMC
CITY CLERK
APPROVED AS TO LEGAL SUFFICIENCY:
CITY ATTORNEY
Page 2 of 2
CITY OF AVENTURA
POLICE DEPARTMENT
INTER OFFICE MEMORANDUM
TO: Ronald J. Wasson, City Manager
FROM: Michael Bentolila, Chief of Police tiff 9,,,,-ea
DATE: February 3, 2023
SUBJECT: Surplus Vehicle Request
I would like to have the vehicle listed below, owned by the City of Aventura, declared
Surplus Property as per City of Aventura APDP, Chapter 6, Subsection 5, Page 1, as this
item has become inadequate for public purposes.
Ford Crown Victoria Unit# 3127 VIN# 2FABP7BVXBX123711
CITY OF "ENTURA
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
MEMORANDUM
TO: City Commission
FROM: Ronald J. Wasson, City Manager
BY: Keven Klopp, Community Development Director
DATE: February 3, 2023
SUBJECT: Request of Aventura Hilton at 2885 NE 191 Street (SV2212-0001)
for Sign Variance and Addition of Exterior Lighting
February 7, 2023 Local Planning Agency Meeting Agenda
February 7, 2023 City Commission Meeting Agenda
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Commission approve the request for a third wall sign
measuring 100 square feet to be located on the northeast elevation, and the addition of
exterior lighting on the southwest and northeast elevations of the existing Aventura Hilton
building located at 2885 NE 191 Street.
THE REQUEST
The applicant, Aventura Hospitality LLC, is requesting variance from Section 31-191
0)(2)(d) of the City's Land Development Regulations (LDRs) to permit a third wall sign to
be located on the northeast elevation of the existing Aventura Hilton hotel, where only two
wall signs per building are permitted. The applicant is also requesting variance from
Section 31-234 (e) of the City's LDRs to permit the addition of exterior lighting on the
southwest and northeast elevations of the existing Aventura Hilton hotel located and
mounted at eighty feet above grade, where heights no greater than thirty feet are allowed.
(See Exhibit#1 for Letter of Intent)
BACKGROUND
OWNER OF PROPERTY Aventura Hospitality, LLC
APPLICANT Aventura Hospitality, LLC
ADDRESS OF PROPERTY 2885 NE 191 Street, City of Aventura (See
Exhibit #2 for Location Map)
LEGAL DESCRIPTION Tract A, Turnberry Plaza, PB173, Page 037,
City of Aventura
Zoning -
Subject Property: B2 Community Business District
Properties to the North: B2 Community Business District
Properties to the South: TC1 Town Center District
Properties to the East: TC1 Town Center District
Properties to the West: B2 Community Business District
Existing Land Use -
Subject property: Hotel
Properties to the North: Regional Mall
Properties to the South: Commercial Plaza
Properties to the East: Office Building
Properties to the West: Hotel
Future Land Use - According to the City of Aventura Comprehensive Plan, the following
properties are designated as follows:
Subject property: Business and Office
Property to the North: Business and Office
Property to the South: Town Center
Property to the East: Town Center
Property to the West: Business and Office
The Site —The site is a 3.69-acre parcel with an existing LEEDO Gold certified, 12 story,
120-foot-tall hotel with structured parking.
The Project - The applicant is proposing a third wall sign on the northeast elevation of
the existing hotel to direct customers from Lehman Causeway (SR 856). The building
currently has two wall signs, one on the northwest elevation of the building facing
Biscayne Boulevard and a second sign on the southwest elevation of the building facing
191 Street. The City's LDRs allows a maximum sign area of one and three-quarters
square feet for each one lineal foot of building frontage. Based on the 361 lineal feet of
the northeast elevation frontage, the proposed wall sign of 100 square feet is permitted
by Code. The sign package showing the location of the existing and proposed wall signs
is attached as Exhibit #3.
The applicant is also proposing the addition of exterior accent lighting to emphasize
visibility and accentuate the architectural features of the building. The proposed
luminaires will be placed on the southwest and northeast building elevations at eighty feet
above ground. The prospective pattern and samples of the proposed fixtures are attached
as Exhibit#4.
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ANALYSIS
Community Development Department Analysis-
Sign Variance
Section 31-191 0)(2)(d) regulates wall signs for office and hotel buildings located 11 to 15
stories high. Two wall signs per building are permitted, with one wall sign only per building
elevation. The existing wall signs comply with this section. Due to the building's unusual
orientation and location hidden behind other buildings, three wall signs are appropriate to
provide visibility and wayfinding. This Section also regulates the allowed sign area. The
maximum size allowed for wall signs is three-quarters square feet for each one lineal foot
of building frontage. This building has a frontage of 361 lineal feet; therefore, one wall
sign with an area of 100 square feet is compliant.
Exterior Lighting Variance
Section 31-234(e) of the City's LDRs regulates outdoor lighting height standards. All
private outdoor lighting shall be designed, located and mounted at heights no greater than
twelve feet above grade for non-cut-off type luminaries, and thirty feet above grade for
cut-off type luminaries. The proposed luminaires will be located and mounted between
80-feet and 120-feet height.
Criteria
The criteria for approval of variances set out in Section 31-191(m)(8) of the City of
Aventura Land Development Regulations is as follows:
"A variance may be granted upon a showing by the applicant that the sign
variance maintains the basic intent and purpose of these regulations,
particularly as it affects the stability and appearance of the City and provided
that the variance will be otherwise compatible with the surrounding land
uses and would not be detrimental to the community. No showing of
unnecessary hardship to the land is required".
The proposed wall sign and exterior accent lighting will help with the hotel visibility and
emphasize the building's architectural features producing pleasing graphic effects; they
will identify the hotel to traffic along Lehman Causeway and provide effective way-finding.
This request maintains the basic intent and purpose of the sign regulations, is compatible
with the surrounding land uses, and will not be detrimental to the community.
FINDINGS
Based on the Analysis above, the application is found to meet the criteria for approval of
variances in Section 31-191(m)(8) of the City of Aventura Land Development regulations.
Staff therefore recommends approval by the Local Planning Agency and the City
Commission.
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EXHIBIT#1
SV2212-0001
PMG ASSET SERVICES, LLC
December 9, 2022
Keven Klopp
Community Development Director
City ❑f Aventura
19200 West Country Club Drive
Aventura, Florida 33180
Re: Hilton Full Service Hotel- 2875 NE 191 St., Aventura
Sign Variance& Additional Exterior Lighting
Dear K.even,
We are pleased to represent Aventura Hospitality, LLC, and we respectfully Submit, on
their behalf, this request for a sign variance and the addition of exterior lighting.
Signage:
The hotel has a serious visibility problem. Sitting at an angle, the main (larger) sides of
the building face northeast (towards Lehman causeway), and southwest (towards NE 191
St.). There are currently 2 signs at the top of the building, on the northwest (short side)
and southwest (long side facing NE 191 St.). That means there's no identification on the
northeast side, facing the Lehman Causeway, and as a result we've gotten complaints that
it's not always easy to End the hotel.
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Many out-of-town visitors take the scenic route along the beach to get to the hotel, then
take the Lehman Causeway to reach us. Even if they are following GPS they lack the
frame of reference you get when you see the sign, letting them know which building they
are going to.
It is also important, not only to bring national and international visitors to the city of
Aventura, but to bring in the regional traffic as well. Anyone coming to the city for other
business, or to visit other restaurants or the mall, as they travel at high speeds ❑n the
Lehman Causeway, will not even be aware that there's a Hilton Full Service there. Those
folks could come t❑ the city for one thing, notice the hotel, and decide they should stay
there next month so we're close to the golf courselshoppinglentertainmentlete. But they
need to be able to identify the hotel first. This also hurts the spur of the moment decision
to stop and eat at our restaurant.
We cannot eliminate one of the existing signs in order to add the third because the
building requires all 3 signs due to it's unusual orientation at an angle, and the fact that
it's hidden behind other buildings. The hotel is squeezed in between the causeway to the
north, an office building to the south, and the Courtyard Marriott to the west.
The hotel requires signs on all three sides in order to cover the different angles from
mayor roadways.
Exterior Accent Lighting.
Along with helping with the visibility problem, our exterior accent lighting helps
emphasize the architectural features of the building. The accent lighting will bring
interest to the building without overemphasizing the building, and overpowering its
environment. The innovative optical system produces pleasing graphic effects.
The enclosed drawings show the prospective pattern, and in the following page are
samples of the light fixtures and their effect.
Should there be any questions, please do not hesitate to call me.
Sincerely,
PMG Asset Services,LLC
Jorge Cep Director of Land Entitlenients
4651 Sheridan Street, Suite#480 Hollywood, Fl. 33021 Phone (954) 392-8788
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CITY OF AVENTURA RESOLUTION NO. 2023-
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
AVENTURA, FLORIDA, APPROVING A SIGN VARIANCE FROM
SECTION 31-191(J)(2)(D) OF THE CITY'S LAND DEVELOPMENT
REGULATIONS TO PERMIT A THIRD WALL SIGN ON THE
NORTHEAST ELEVATION, WHERE ONLY TWO WALL SIGNS ARE
ALLOWED BY CODE; APPROVING AN OUTDOOR LIGHTING
VARIANCE FROM SECTION 31-234(E) OF THE CITY'S LAND
DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS FOR THE ADDITION OF EXTERIOR
LIGHTING ON THE SOUTHWEST AND NORTHEAST ELEVATIONS
LOCATED AND MOUNTED AT EIGHTY FEET ABOVE GRADE, WHERE
HEIGHTS NO GREATER THAN THIRTY FEET ARE ALLOWED BY
CODE, ON THE AVENTURA HILTON LOCATED AT 2885 NE 191
STREET; PROVIDING FOR IMPLEMENTATION; AND PROVIDING FOR
AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, Section 31-191(m)(8) of the City Code of Ordinances provides that a
"variance may be granted upon a showing by the applicant that the sign variance
maintains the basic intent and purpose of these regulations, particularly as it affects the
stability and appearance of the City and provided that the variance will otherwise be
compatible with the surrounding land uses and would not be detrimental to the
community"; and
WHEREAS, the property described herein is zoned B2, Community Business
District; and
WHEREAS, the applicant, Aventura Hospitality, LLC ("Aventura Hospitality"),
through Application No. SV2212-0001, is requesting a sign variance from Section 31-
1910)(2)(d) of the City' s Land Development Regulations ("LDRs") to permit a third wall
sign to be located on the northeast elevation of the property legally described in Exhibit
"A", where only two wall signs per building are permitted; and
WHEREAS, the applicant, Aventura Hospitality, is requesting a variance from
Section 31-234(e) of the City's LDRs to permit the addition of exterior lighting on the
southwest and northeast elevations of the existing Aventura Hilton hotel located and
mounted at eighty feet above grade, where heights no greater than thirty feet are allowed
on the property legally described in Exhibit "A"; and
WHEREAS, following proper notice, the City Commission has held a public
hearing as provided by law; and
City of Aventura Resolution No. 2023-
WHEREAS, the City Commission finds that the Application meets the criteria of
the applicable codes and ordinances, to the extent the Application is granted herein.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA, THAT:
Section 1. The sign variance from Section 31-1910)(2)(d) of the City' s Land
Development Regulations (LDRs) to permit a third wall sign, where only two wall signs
per building are permitted; and the addition of exterior lighting on the southwest and
northeast elevations mounted at eighty feet above grade, where heights no greater than
thirty feet are allowed on the property legally described in Exhibit "A" are hereby granted,
exclusively to the Applicant, subject to the following conditions:
1) Plans submitted for building permit shall substantially comply with those
submitted as follows:
• "Aventura Hilton Hotel", Sheets V-0 through V-5, dated 08/19/2021 and
Sheet A410, prepared by Prime Design Associates, dated 03/08/2017.
2) A building permit for the project shall be obtained within twelve (12) months of
the date of the Resolution or the approvals granted shall be deemed null and
void unless extended by a motion of the City Commission. The City
Commission may, at a regular or special meeting, grant up to a six-month
extension request for good cause shown by the applicant.
Section 2. The City Manager is authorized to issue permits in accordance with the
approvals and conditions herein provided and to indicate such approvals and conditions
upon the records of the City.
Section 3. Issuance of this development order by the City of Aventura does not
in any way create any right on the part of an applicant to obtain a permit from a state or
federal agency and does not create any liability on the part of the City of Aventura for
issuance of the development order if the applicant fails to obtain requisite approvals or
fulfill the obligations imposed by a state or federal agency or undertakes actions that result
in a violation of state or federal law. All applicable state and federal permits must be
obtained before commencement of the development. This condition is included pursuant
to Section 166.033, Florida Statutes, as amended.
Section 4. This Resolution shall become effective immediately upon its adoption.
Page 2 of 3
City of Aventura Resolution No. 2023-
The foregoing Resolution was offered by Commissioner who moved its
adoption. The motion was seconded by Commissioner and upon being put to
a vote, the vote was as follows:
Commissioner Amit Bloom
Commissioner Rachel S. Friedland
Commissioner Paul A. Kruss
Commissioner Dr. Linda Marks
Commissioner Michael Stern
Vice Mayor Billy Joel
Mayor Howard S. Weinberg
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 7t" day of February, 2023.
HOWARD S. WEINBERG, ESQ.
MAYOR
ATTEST:
ELLISA L. HORVATH, MMC
CITY CLERK
APPROVED AS TO LEGAL SUFFICIENCY:
CITY ATTORNEY
Page 3 of 3
EXHIBIT "A"
Legal Description:
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CITY OF "ENTURA
OFFICE OF THE CITY ATTORNEY
MEMORANDUM
TO: City Commission
FROM: Ronald J. Wasson, City Manager
BY: Robert Meyers, Office of the City Attorney
DATE: February 3, 2023
SUBJECT: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION AMENDING THE CODE
OF ORDINANCES TO CREATE SECTION 1-20 ADOPTING THE IHRA
DEFINITION OF ANTISEMITISM AND DIRECTING THE POLICE
DEPARTMENT TO CONSIDER ACTS OF ANTISEMITISM WHEN
EVALUATING EVIDENCE IN ENFORCING THE HATE CRIME LAWS
February 7, 2023 City Commission Meeting Agenda (First Reading)
March 7, 2023 City Commission Meeting Agenda (Second Reading)
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Commission approve an ordinance to combat
antisemitism by adopting the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance ("IHRA")
working definition of antisemitism, directing the Police Department to consider
antisemitism and hate crimes in enforcing the laws and implementing training Citywide
on this topic.
BACKGROUND
Antisemitism, including harassment on the basis of actual or perceived Jewish origin,
ancestry, ethnic identity or faith, remains a persistent, pervasive and disturbing problem
in contemporary American society and in the State of Florida. Antisemitism is at
historically high levels in the United States and around the world. South Florida, with a
large Jewish population, is not immune from this plight. Data shows that Jews are
consistently the most likely of all religious groups to be victimized by incidents of hate,
with such incidents increasing at an alarming rate.
Over the years, the City Commission has demonstrated its commitment to work
proactively against all forms of unlawful antisemitic conduct wherever and whenever it
may be encountered by adopting at least five resolutions, which vehemently declare the
City's opposition to such repugnant acts by others.
The tools used to tackle antisemitism in part include engaging in monitoring, analysis,
investigation and effective policy-making. To this end, the IHRA definition of antisemitism
is considered the most essential definitional tool, having been adopted by various U.S.
federal and state agencies, twenty-two US states and an increasing number of cities, not
to mention thirty-seven United Nation member countries and a growing number of other
nations with Jewish populations. In addition to adopting the definition, mandating training
on the IHRA definition of antisemitism and hate crimes in general familiarizes officials
and employees with identifying and addressing antisemitism when conducting
investigations and in the workplace.
Fiscal Impact
This item should have no impact on the City's budget.
CITY OF AVENTURA ORDINANCE NO. 2023-
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
AVENTURA, FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 1 "GENERAL
PROVISIONS," OF THE CITY OF AVENTURA CODE OF ORDINANCES
TO CREATE SECTION 1-20 "ADOPTION OF IHRA DEFINITION,
CONSIDERATION OF ANTI-SEMITISM AND HATE CRIMES IN
ENFORCING LAWS," TO FURTHER DEMONSTRATE THE CITY'S
COMMITMENT TO COMBAT ANTISEMITISM AND DIRECTING THE
POLICE DEPARTMENT TO CONSIDER ACTS OF ANTISEMITISM IN
THE EVALUATION OF EVIDENCE IN ENFORCING HATE CRIME LAWS;
PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR INCLUSION IN
THE CODE; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the City Commission recognizes that changes to the adopted Code
of Ordinances are periodically necessary in order to ensure that the City's regulations are
current and consistent with the City's planning and regulatory needs; and
WHEREAS, government officials and institutions have a responsibility to protect
citizens from acts of hate and bigotry motivated by discriminatory animus, including
antisemitism, and must be given the tools to do so; and
WHEREAS, the City Commission will not tolerate discrimination within its
jurisdiction; and
WHEREAS, antisemitism, including harassment on the basis of actual or
perceived Jewish origin, ancestry, ethnicity, identity, affiliation, or faith, remains a
persistent, pervasive, and disturbing problem in contemporary American society and in
the State of Florida; and
WHEREAS, the City Commission adopted Resolutions Nos. 2020-59, 2020-377
2019-13 and 2018-45, which reaffirmed the City's commitment to work proactively against
all forms of unlawful antisemitic conduct wherever and whenever it may be encountered;
and
WHEREAS, the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance working definition
(the "Definition") is used by various agencies of the federal and state government, in
addition to twenty-two States within the United States and an increasing number of cities.
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The Definition has also been adopted by thirty-seven United Nations member countries,
and a growing number of other nations that have Jewish populations; and
WHEREAS, the City Commission wishes to create Section 1-20 of the City Code
to adopt the IHRA Working Definition of Antisemitism that was adopted on May 27, 20167
including the contemporary examples provided therein; and
WHEREAS, the City Commission hereby finds and determines that this Ordinance
is in the best interest of the public health, safety, and welfare.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA:
Section 1. Recitals Adopted. That each of the above stated recitals are hereby
adopted and confirmed.
Section 2. City Code Amended. That Chapter 1 "General Provisions," of the
City Code of Ordinances is hereby amended to read as follows:
Chapter 1 — GENERAL PROVISIONS
Sec. 1-20. Adoption of IHRA definition, consideration of anti-Semitism and hate crimes
in enforcing laws.
(a) Definitions. For the purposes of this Section, the following definitions shall apply:
"Anti-Semitism" means the definition adopted by the International Holocaust
Remembrance Alliance on May 26, 2016, as well as a certain perception of Jews
which may be expressed as hatred toward Jews. Rhetorical and physical
manifestations of antisemitism are directed toward Jewish or non-Jewish individuals
and/or their property, toward Jewish community institutions and religious facilities.
"Hate crime" means the commission of a felony or misdemeanor that evidences
prejudice based on the race, color, ancestry, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation,
national origin, homeless status, or advanced age of the victim, based on the
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standards used to determine whether penalties for crimes shall be reclassified based
on evidence of prejudice during the commission of said crimes according to F.S.
775.085.
The following contemporary examples of anti-Semitism, including those identified by
the United States Department of State, may be considered among others in the
evaluation of whether there is evidence of anti-Semitism:
Calling for, aiding, or justifying the killing or harming of Jews (often in the name
of a radical ideology or an extremist view of religion):
Making mendacious, dehumanizing, demonizing, or stereotypical allegations
about Jews as such or the power of Jews as a collective—especially, but not
exclusively, the myth about a world Jewish conspiracy or of Jews controlling
the media, economy, government or other societal institutions:
Accusing Jews as a people of being responsible for real or imagined
wrongdoing committed by a single Jewish person or group, the state of Israel,
or even for acts committed by non-Jews:
Accusing the Jews as a people, or Israel as a state, of inventing or exaggerating
the Holocaust: or
Accusing Jewish citizens of being more loyal to Israel, or to the alleged priorities
of Jews worldwide, than to the interest of their own nations.
Examples of anti-Semitism related to Israel include:
a. Demonizing Israel by using the symbols and images associated with classic
anti-Semitism to characterize Israel or Israelis, drawing comparisons of
contemporary Israeli policy to that of the Nazis, or blaming Israel for all inter-
religious or political tensions:
b. Applying a double standard to Israel by requiring behavior of Israel that is
not expected or demanded of any other democratic nation, or focusing
peace or human rights investigations only on Israel: or
c. Delegitimizing Israel by denying the Jewish people their right to self-
determination, and denying Israel the right to exist.
d. However, criticism of Israel similar to that levied against any other country
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cannot be regarded as anti-Semitic.
In reviewing, investigating, or deciding whether there has been a violation of any
relevant policy, law, or regulation prohibiting discriminatory acts. Aventura City
departments and officials shall take into consideration the Definitions of anti-Semitism
and hate crime for purposes of determining whether the alleged act was motivated by
discriminatory anti-Semitic intent, consistent with the federal and state statutes
Prohibiting hate crimes.
For the purposes of training of City employees related to discrimination and anti-bias
training, the Definitions of anti-Semitism and hate crime shall be used as an
educational tool to familiarize City officials with identifying and addressing
antisemitism, consistent with the federal and state statutes prohibiting hate crimes.
(e) Nothing in this section may be construed to diminish or infringe upon any right
protected under the First Amendment to the Constitution of the United States, or the
State of Florida's Constitution. Nothing in this section may be construed to conflict with
Federal or State discrimination laws.
Section 3. Severability. That the provisions of this Ordinance are declared to
be severable and if any section, sentence, clause or phrase of this Ordinance shall for
any reason be held to be invalid or unconstitutional, such decision shall not affect the
validity of the remaining sections, sentences, clauses, and phrases of this Ordinance but
they shall remain in effect, it being the legislative intent that this Ordinance shall stand
notwithstanding the invalidity of any part.
Section 4. Inclusion in the Code. That it is the intention of the City Commission,
and it is hereby ordained that the provisions of this Ordinance shall become and be made
a part of the Code of the City of Aventura; that the sections of this Ordinance may be
renumbered or relettered to accomplish such intentions; and that the word "Ordinance"
shall be changed to "Section" or other appropriate word.
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Section 5. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall be effective immediately upon
adoption on second reading.
The foregoing Ordinance was offered by Commissioner who moved its
adoption on first reading. This motion was seconded by Commissioner and
upon being put to a vote, the vote was as follows:
Commissioner Amit Bloom
Commissioner Rachel S. Friedland
Commissioner Paul A. Kruss
Commissioner Dr. Linda Marks
Commissioner Michael Stern
Vice Mayor Billy Joel
Mayor Howard S. Weinberg
The foregoing Ordinance was offered by Commissioner who moved its
adoption on second reading. This motion was seconded by Commissioner
and upon being put to a vote, the vote was as follows:
Commissioner Amit Bloom
Commissioner Rachel S. Friedland
Commissioner Paul A. Kruss
Commissioner Dr. Linda Marks
Commissioner Michael Stern
Vice Mayor Billy Joel
Mayor Howard S. Weinberg
PASSED on first reading this 7t" day of February, 2023.
PASSED AND ADOPTED on second reading this 7th day of March, 2023.
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HOWARD S. WEINBERG, ESQ.
MAYOR
ATTEST:
ELLISA L. HORVATH, MMC
CITY CLERK
APPROVED AS TO LEGAL SUFFICIENCY:
CITY ATTORNEY
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CITY OF "ENTURA
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
MEMORANDUM
TO: City Commission
FROM: Ronald J. Wasson, City Manager 64DL
BY: Keven Klopp, Community Development Director
DATE: February 3, 2023
SUBJECT: Amendment to Section 31-144 "Business Zoning Districts" of the
City's Land Development Regulations to Include Restaurant, Cafe, or
Coffee House with a Drive-through as a Conditional Use in the
Community Business (132) District
February 7, 2023 Local Planning Agency Meeting Agenda
February 7, 2023 City Commission Meeting Agenda (First Reading)
March 7, 2023 City Commission Meeting Agenda (Second Reading)
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Commission approve an amendment to Section 31-144
of the City's Land Development Regulations to include restaurant, cafe, or coffee house
with a drive-through as a Conditional Use in the Community Business (132) district.
THE REQUEST
City staff is requesting an amendment to Section 31-144(c)(2) of the City's Land
Development Regulations to include restaurant, cafe, or coffee house with a drive-through
as a Conditional Use in the Community Business (132) district.
Amendments to the City's Land Development Regulations are to be reviewed by, and a
recommendation made by, the City's Local Planning Agency (LPA) prior to consideration
by the City Commission.
ANALYSIS
Section 31-77(g) of City Code lists five (5) standards that the Commission is to consider
when reviewing proposed amendments to the text of the Land Development
Regulations. The amendment is to be legally required, consistent with the
Comprehensive Plan, consistent with the purpose of the LDR, supportive of orderly
development, and helpful in administering the development process. The proposed
amendment meets those standards.
There are currently fifteen (15) conditional uses listed within B2. These are uses which
can be allowed, but only if approved by the City Commission. This amendment adds
restaurant, cafe, or coffee house with a drive-through to the list of conditional uses
requiring Commission approval.
This item was discussed at the City Commission's Workshop in December 2022. A
proposed Starbucks with a drive through in the Promenade shops is currently prohibited.
The proposed amendment, if approved, would allow that request, and other similar
requests, to be considered by the City Commission.
Proposed Amendments':
Sec. 31-144. - Business Zoning Districts.
(c) Community Business (B2) District. (See Exhibit #1)
(2) Conditional use. The following uses if first approved as a conditional use:
p. Drive-through facilities for restaurant, cafe and coffee houses.
' Underlined provisions constitute proposed additions to existing text. Remaining provisions are now in
effect and remain unchanged.
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CITY OF AVENTURA ORDINANCE NO. 2023-
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA, AMENDING
SECTION 31-144 "BUSINESS ZONING DISTRICTS" OF THE CITY'S
LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS TO INCLUDE RESTAURANT,
CAFE, OR COFFEE HOUSE WITH A DRIVE-THROUGH AS A
CONDITIONAL USE IN THE COMMUNITY BUSINESS (132) DISTRICT;
PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR INCLUSION IN
THE CODE; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the City of Aventura (the "City") desires to amend Chapter 31 "Land
Development Regulations," Article VII "Use Regulations," Section 31-144, "Business
Zoning Districts," of the City Code of Ordinances (the "City Code") to permit restaurant,
cafe, or coffee house drive-through uses as conditional uses within the Community
Business (B2) zoning district; and
WHEREAS, staff has recommended approval of the amendment to Section 31-
144 of the City Code in its report dated February 3, 2023; and
WHEREAS, the City Commission has been designated as the Local Planning
Agency for the City pursuant to Section 163.3174, Florida Statutes; and
WHEREAS, the Local Planning Agency has reviewed the application pursuant to
the required public hearing and has recommended approval to the City Commission; and
WHEREAS, the City Commission has held the required public hearings, duly
noticed in accordance with the law; and
WHEREAS, the City Commission has reviewed the action set forth in this
Ordinance and has determined that such action is consistent with the City Code and
Comprehensive Plan.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA:
Section 1. Recitals Adopted. That each of the above stated recitals are hereby
adopted and confirmed.
Section 2. City Code Amended. That Chapter 31 "Land Development
Regulations," Article VII "Use Regulations," Section 31-144 "Business Zoning Districts,"
of the City Code of Ordinances is hereby amended as follows:'
Chapter 31 — Land Development Regulations
Article VII — Use Regulations
Sec. 31-144. - Business Zoning Districts.
(c) Community Business (B2) District. This district is intended primarily to provide for
general commercial activity for a wide range of goods and services to the entire
community and sub region. Such businesses generally require locations convenient for
both vehicular and pedestrian traffic and would be expected to have orientation toward
and direct access to arterial roadways.
(2) Conditional use. The following uses if first approved as a conditional use:
p Drive-through facility for a restaurant, cafe or coffee house.
Section 3. Severability. The provisions of this Ordinance are declared to be
severable and if any section, sentence, clause or phrase of this Ordinance shall for any
reason be held to be invalid or unconstitutional, such decision shall not affect the validity
of the remaining sections, sentences, clauses, and phrases of this Ordinance but they
Underlined provisions constitute proposed additions to existing text. Remaining provisions are now in
effect and remain unchanged.
shall remain in effect, it being the legislative intent that this Ordinance shall stand
notwithstanding the invalidity of any part.
Section 4. Inclusion in the Code. That it is the intention of the City
Commission, and it is hereby ordained that the provisions of this Ordinance shall become
and be made a part of the Code of the City of Aventura; that the sections of this Ordinance
may be renumbered or re-lettered to accomplish such intentions; and that the word
"Ordinance" shall be changed to "Section" or other appropriate word.
Section 5. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall be effective immediately upon
adoption on second reading.
The foregoing Ordinance was offered by Commissioner who moved its
adoption on first reading. This motion was seconded by Commissioner and
upon being put to a vote, the vote was as follows:
Commissioner Amit Bloom
Commissioner Rachel S. Friedland
Commissioner Paul A. Kruss
Commissioner Dr. Linda Marks
Commissioner Michael Stern
Vice Mayor Billy Joel
Mayor Howard S. Weinberg
The foregoing Ordinance was offered by Commissioner who moved its
adoption on second reading. This motion was seconded by Commissioner
and upon being put to a vote, the vote was as follows:
Commissioner Amit Bloom
Commissioner Rachel S. Friedland
Commissioner Paul A. Kruss
Commissioner Dr. Linda Marks
Commissioner Michael Stern
Vice Mayor Billy Joel
Mayor Howard S. Weinberg
PASSED on first reading this 7t" day of February, 2023.
PASSED AND ADOPTED on second reading this 7t" day of March, 2023.
HOWARD S. WEINBERG, ESQ.
MAYOR
ATTEST:
ELLISA L. HORVATH, MMC
CITY CLERK
APPROVED AS TO FORM AND
LEGAL SUFFICIENCY:
CITY ATTORNEY
CITY OF "ENTURA
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
MEMORANDUM
TO: City Commission
FROM: Ronald J. Wasson, City Manager
BY: Keven Klopp, Community Development Director
DATE: February 3, 2023
SUBJECT: Amendment to Section 31-233 "Architectural Design Standards" of the
City's Land Development Regulations to Adopt a Primary Color Palette
Applicable to the Exterior Surfaces of any Multi-family, Townhouse or
Nonresidential Building
February 7, 2023, Local Planning Agency Meeting Agenda
February 7, 2023 City Commission Meeting Agenda (First Reading)
March 7, 2023 City Commission Meeting Agenda (Second Reading)
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Commission approve the attached ordinance amending
Section 31-233 of the City's Land Development Regulations to adopt a primary color
palette applicable to the exterior surfaces of any multi-family, townhouse or nonresidential
building.
THE REQUEST
Pursuant to the City Commission's request, staff prepared an amendment to Section 31-
233 of the City's Land Development Regulations to adopt a primary color palette
applicable to the exterior surfaces of any multi-family, townhouse or nonresidential
building.
Amendments to the City's Land Development Regulations are to be reviewed by, and a
recommendation made by, the City's Local Planning Agency (LPA) prior to consideration
by the City Commission.
ANALYSIS
Standards for reviewing proposed amendments to the text of the LDR:
Section 31-77(g) of City Code lists five (5) standards that the Commission is to consider
when reviewing proposed amendments to the text of the Land Development
Regulations. The amendment is to be legally required, consistent with the
Comprehensive Plan, consistent with the purpose of the LDR, supportive of orderly
development, and helpful in administering the development process. The proposed
amendment meets those standards.
The adoption of a color palette will promote an identifiable aesthetic urban character for
the City and provide further clarification on the design guidelines established in the Land
Development Regulations.
Description/Background of Proposed Amendments:
The City Commission requested, at a Commission Workshop, that staff present a
recommendation for the adoption of a color palette for buildings in the City. Staff
presented a proposed process and color palette at the December 2022 City Commission
Workshop. The Commission indicated a comfort level with the process recommended,
but requested that a broader palette be considered. At the January 2023 City
Commission Workshop, staff presented a broader color palette; the list of those colors
is included here as Exhibit 1.
The requirement for approval of the color will become part of the commercial painting
permit requirement — adding color as part of the permit review process. The permit
requirement will apply to multi-family, townhouse and nonresidential buildings. Appeals,
if any, will be to the City Commission.
The broader palette represents most of the various hues - including blue, green, and
yellow - and contains over 200 preselected colors, all of which are moderate in intensity.
CONCLUSION
Staff recommends adoption of the attached ordinance and color palette list (See Exhibit
#1). The requirement will be added to Sec. 31-233. — Architectural design standards of
the Land Development Regulations. The requirement will be implemented as a part of the
existing commercial building painting permit requirements.
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Exhibit 1
SHERWIN WILLIAMS 6225—Sleepy Blue 6784—Bravo Blue
Main Color 6231 —Rock Candy 6791 —Lauren's Surprise
6232—Misty 6798—Iceberg
6000—Snowfall 6233—Samovar Silver 6799—Soar
6001 —Grayish 6238—Icicle 6805—Glass Bead
6002—Essential Gray 6239—Upward 6806—Rhythmic Blue
6007—Smart White 6245—Quicksilver 6807—Wondrous Blue
6008—Individual White 6246—North Star 6812—White Iris
6009—Imagine 6247—Krypton 6813—Wishful Blue
6014—Quartz White 6252—Ice Cube 7000—Ibis White
6015—Vaguely Mauve 6253—Olympus White 7001 —Marshmallow
6016—Chaise Mauve 6254—Lazy Gray 7002—Downy
6028—Cultured Pearl 6259—Spatial White 7003—Toque White
6029—White Truffle 6260—Unique Gray 7004—Snowbound
6035—Gauzy White 6266—Discrete White 7005—Pure White
6036—Angora 6267—Sensitive Tint 7006—Extra White
6037—Temperate Taupe 6273—Nouvelle White 7007—Ceiling Bright White
6042—Hush White 6274—Destiny 7008—Alabaster
6043—Unfussy Beige 6275—Fashionable Gray 7009—Pearly White
6049—Gorgeous White 6385—Dover White 7010—White Duck
6056—Polite White 6413—Restoration Ivory 7011 —Natural Choice
6057—Malted Milk 6414—Rice Paddy 7012—Creamy
6063—Nice White 6420—Queen Anne's Lace 7013—Ivory Lace
6064—Reticence 6421 —Celery 7014—Eider White
6070—Heron Plume 6427—Sprout 7015—Repose Gray
6071 —Popular Gray 6428—Honeydew 7016—Mindful Gray
6072—Versailles Gray 6429—Baize Green 7021 —Simple White
6077—Everyday White 6434—Spinach White 7022—Alpaca
6078—Realist Beige 6436—Bonsai Tint 7023—Requisite Gray
6079—Diverse Beige 6441 —White Mint 7028—Incredible White
6084—Modest White 6455—Fleeting Green 7029—Agreeable Gray
6085—Simplify Beige 6462—Green Trance 7030—Anew Gray
6091 —Reliable White 6469—Dewy 7035—Aesthetic White
6098—Pacer White 6470—Waterscape 7036—Accessible Beige
6099—Sand Dollar 6476—Glimmer 7042—Shoji White
6105—Divine White 6477—Tidewater 7043—Worldly Gray
6119—Antique White 6478—Watery 7044—Amazing Gray
6126—Navajo White 6490—Timid Blue 7056—Reserved White
6133—Muslin 6497—Blue Horizon 7057—Silver Strand
6140—Moderate White 6498—Byte Blue 7058—Magnetic Gray
6141 —Softer Tan 6499—Stream 7063—Nebulous White
6147—Panda White 6504—Sky High 7064—Passive
6148—Wool Skein 6511 —Snowdrop 7065—Argos
6154—Nacre 6512—Balmy 7070—Site White
6155—Rice Grain 6513—Take Five 7071 —Gray Screen
6161 —Nonchalant White 6518—Ski Slope 7077—Original White
6162—Ancient Marble 6519—Hinting Blue 7078—Minute Mauve
6168—Moderne White 6520—Honest Blue 7100—Arcade White
6169—Sedate Gray 6525—Rarefied Air 7101 —Futon
6170—Techno Gray 6526—Icelandic 7102—White Flour
6175—Sagey 6532—Aura White 7103—Whitetail
6176—Livable Green 6533—Mild Blue 7104—Cotton White
6182—Ethereal White 6534—Icy 7105—Paperwhite
6183—Conservative Gray 6672—Morning Sun 7106—Honied White
6184—Austere Gray 6679—Full Moon 7121 —Corona
6189—Opaline 6680—Friendly Yellow 7122—Lemon Drop
6190—Filmy Green 6686—Lemon Chiffon 7123—Yellow Beam
6191 —Contented 6687—Lantern Light 7124—Crescent Moon
6196—Frosty White 6693—Lily 7125—Glittery Yellow
6197—Aloof Gray 6694—Glad Yellow 7126—Pearl Onion
6198—Sensible Hue 6700—Daybreak 7127—Apple Slice
6203—Spare White 6707—Narcissus 7128—Green Glaze
6204—Sea Salt 6714—Citrine 7131 —Brooklet
6205—Comfort Gray 6721 —Enlightened Lime 7133—Faraway Blue
6210—Window Pane 6728—White Willow 7134—Tibetan Sky
6211 —Rainwashed 6742—Lighter Mint 7135—Twinkle
6217—Topsail 6763—Retiring Blue 7136—Chapeau Violet
6218—Traderwind 6777—Carefree 7138—Lavender Wisp
6224—Mountain Air 6778—Aviary Blue 7140—Snowberry
CITY OF AVENTURA ORDINANCE NO. 2023-
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA AMENDING
SECTION 31-233 "ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN STANDARDS" OF THE
CITY OF AVENTURA CODE OF ORDINANCES TO ADOPT A PRIMARY
COLOR PALETTE APPLICABLE TO THE EXTERIOR SURFACES OF
ANY MULTI-FAMILY, TOWNHOUSE OR NONRESIDENTIAL BUILDING;
PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR INCLUSION IN
THE CODE; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the City of Aventura is desirous of amending the City's Land
Development Regulations to provide language and/or to clarify certain sections of the
Code; and
WHEREAS, the City Commission has been designated as the Local Planning
Agency for the City pursuant to Section 163.3174, Florida Statutes; and
WHEREAS, the Local Planning Agency has reviewed the proposed amendment
and has recommended approval to the City Commission; and
WHEREAS, the City Commission has held the required public hearings, duly
noticed in accordance with the law; and
WHEREAS, the City Commission has reviewed the action set forth in this
Ordinance and has determined that such action is consistent with the Comprehensive
Plan.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA, THAT:
Section 1. Paragraph (c), "Minimum design standards" of Section 31-233
"Architectural design standards" of the City's Land Development Regulations is hereby
amended as follows:'
Sec. 31-233. —Architectural design standards.
(c) Minimum design standards. (See Exhibit#1)
(6) Color palette. Adoption of primary color palette and color review chart.
Underlined provisions constitute proposed additions to existing text. Remaining provisions are now in effect and
remain unchanged.
a. Adoption. The City hereby adopts the primary color palette and color
review chart which is on file and available in the offices of the Community
Development Department and on the City's website.
b. Purpose. The purpose of this subparagraph is to enhance the unique
architectural environment of the City by establishing general standards
for the choice of colors for the exterior surfaces of multi-family, townhouse
and nonresidential buildings.
c. Color chart review application standards. The Community Development
Department, when reviewing applications filed pursuant to Section 31-
233(c)(6)(d), shall apply the following review standards:
(1) The exterior walls of buildings and structures shall be painted with
colors selected from the City's primary color palette.
(2) Colors selected shall be appropriate to the architectural style,
ornamentation, massing, scale and structure.
d. Applicability.
(1) The application or use of any colors on the roofs or exterior surfaces
of any multi-family, townhouse or nonresidential building, structure or
wall shall require a permit authorizing said exterior color prior to the
application of said color.
(2) The color charts adopted in Section 31-233(c)(6)(a) shall not be
applicable to roofs or exterior surfaces left in their natural state, such
as rock, stone, or finished woods, or covered with a clear finish.
(3) For the purpose of this section, a mixed-use building, whether including
residential and commercial uses (such as a residence above a store),
shall not constitute a residential building and must comply with this
article.
e. Permit application and review.
(1) Each applicant for a permit required pursuant to Section 31-233(c)(6)(d)
shall submit to the director for his/her approval, prior to the execution of
such work, a sample of the color(s) to be used in such work and a
description of the location at which said color(s) will be used.
(2) The director shall review the application and color sample to determine
whether the colors are substantially similar to those provided in the City's
adopted color palettes and whether the use of the color complies with
the City's color review chart. The director may either grant or deny any
such permit application. In the event that the director denies a permit
application, the director shall provide a list of alternative acceptable paint
colors and color schemes that may be used.
f. Appeals to City Commission. Any decision of the director made pursuant
to Section 31-233(c)(6)(e) may be appealed to the City Manager or his or
her designee. A decision of the City Manager or his or her designee shall
be appealable to the City Commission, and shall be set for review at the
next available Commission meeting. The City Manager or the City
Commission shall conduct its own review to determine whether the
requirements for an exemption have been satisfied or that the requested
colors substantially conform to the adopted color palette or color review
chart. Only the City Commission may permit the use of colors or color
schemes that are materially different from those provided in the adopted
color palette or color review chart upon a showing that the color selection
or use of color is harmonious with neighboring structures. For the purpose
of this section, the term "harmonious" shall mean that there is an agreeable
relation between use of colors on and between neighboring structures. In
order to determine whether the use of color(s) is harmonious with
neighboring structures, the City Commission shall rely on the color review
chart and color palette as it has been applied to structures that comply with
the requirements of the color palettes and color review chart within a three
hundred-foot radius of the property in question as a benchmark to guide its
determination.
Section 2. Severability. The provisions of this Ordinance are declared to be
severable and if any section, sentence, clause or phrase of this Ordinance shall for any
reason be held to be invalid or unconstitutional, such decision shall not affect the validity
of the remaining sections, sentences, clauses, and phrases of this Ordinance but they
shall remain in effect, it being the legislative intent that this Ordinance shall stand
notwithstanding the invalidity of any part.
Section 3. Inclusion in the Code. It is the intension of the City Commission, and
it is hereby ordained that the provisions of this Ordinance shall become and be made a
part of the Code of the City of Aventura; that the sections of this Ordinance may be
renumbered or relettered to accomplish such intentions; and that the word "Ordinance"
shall be changed to "Section" or other appropriate word.
Section 4. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall be effective immediately upon
adoption of second reading.
The foregoing Ordinance was offered by Commissioner who moved its
adoption on first reading. This motion was seconded by Commissioner and upon
being put to a vote, the vote was as follows:
Commissioner Amit Bloom
Commissioner Rachel S. Friedland
Commissioner Paul A. Kruss
Commissioner Dr. Linda Marks
Commissioner Michael Stern
Vice Mayor Billy Joel
Mayor Howard S. Weinberg
The foregoing Ordinance was offered by Commissioner who moved its
adoption on second reading. This motion was seconded by Commissioner and upon
being put to a vote, the vote was as follows:
Commissioner Amit Bloom
Commissioner Rachel S. Friedland
Commissioner Paul A. Kruss
Commissioner Dr. Linda Marks
Commissioner Michael Stern
Vice Mayor Billy Joel
Mayor Howard S. Weinberg
PASSED on first reading this 7t" day of February, 2023.
PASSED AND ADOPTED on second reading this 7t" day of March, 2023.
HOWARD S. WEINBERG, ESQ.
MAYOR
ATTEST:
ELLISA L. HORVATH, MMC
CITY CLERK
APPROVED AS TO FORM AND
LEGAL SUFFICIENCY:
CITY ATTORNEY
CITY OF AVENTURA
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
MEMORANDUM
TO: City Commission
FROM: Ronald J. Wasson, City Manager
BY: Keven R. Klopp, Community Development Director
DATE: February 3, 2023
SUBJECT: Ordinance Amending Article I of Chapter 14 of the City Code by
Creating Code Section 14-3 Annual Certification of Structural
Maintenance
February 7, 2023 City Commission Meeting Agenda (First Reading)
March 7, 2023 City Commission Meeting Agenda (Second Reading)
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Commission:
1) Amend Chapter 14— Buildings and Building Regulations, Article I. — In General, by
Creating Code Section 14-3. —Annual Certification of Structural Maintenance
BACKGROUND
This item was discussed at the December 2022 and January 2023 City Commission
workshops.
A report by the Miami-Dade County Grand Jury aimed at building safety recommended
that Building Officials remind owners to maintain their buildings "in a safe condition."
Thus, the City is hereby creating Section 14-3 in the City Code to require the responsible
party for a building to submit an annual certification of structural maintenance, which
report shall be filed with the City on or before December 15t" each year.
A form will be provided for the responsible party to submit. The form will include the
following: roof, structure, fireproofing and fire protection systems, elevators, heating and
cooling systems, plumbing, electrical systems, swimming pool or spa and associated
equipment, seawalls, pavement and parking areas, drainage systems, painting and
waterproofing, irrigation systems, and termite protection. (see attached)
This checklist of the elements to be included in the annual certification will be
provided by the City. The City will verify the annual submittal of the certifications,
review the submittals, and follow-up on any repairs or replacements determined
necessary thereby, if any. The certifications would be kept on file for future
reference by the building's residents, officers and managers.
Also, amongst the measures mentioned in the report; the routine painting of exterior
building surfaces and/or waterproofing roofs and exterior building surfaces is notable and
could extend the life expectancy of buildings. In light of this, the report seeks to
recommend that Local Building Officials require building owners to paint and/or
waterproof their exterior building surfaces at least every 10 years. Therefore, staff created
and suggests implementation of Section 14-32 which would require the responsible party
for buildings with more than four units to repaint and/or waterproof exterior building
surfaces at intervals of 10 years or less. For new buildings the first 10-year interval will
start when the exterior building services are first painted and/or waterproofed; for existing
buildings, the 10-year interval will start when the exterior building services are last painted
and/or waterproofed.
The code revisions included in the attached ordinance will implement these
recommendations.
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2023 ANNUAL STRUCTURAL
MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST
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THE FOLLOWING ELEMENTS OF THE BUILDING LOCATED AT
HAVE BEEN MAINTAINED (CHECK ALL THAT ARE APPLICABLE):
❑ Fireproofing and fire protection systems
❑ Elevators
❑ Heating and cooling systems
❑ Plumbing systems
❑ Electrical systems
❑ Swimming pool and/or spa and associated equipment
❑ Seawalls
❑ Pavement and parking areas
❑ Drainage systems
❑ Painting and waterproofing
❑ Irrigation systems
❑ Termite protection
❑ Roof structure
❑ Additional system(s) not listed above ( )
THE FOLLOWING ELEMENTS OF THE BUILDING WERE FOUND TO BE IN NEED OF
MORE THAN MAINTENANCE, THUS REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT IS NECESSARY. ANY
ENGINEERING REPORTS COMPLETED REGARDING THESE FINDINGS ARE ATTACHED
CERTIFICATION
Name and title of person submitting this certification:
Date of Signature
Date received by the City of Aventura
CITY OF AVENTURAI 2 -
AN ORDINANCE CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA, AMENDING
ARTICLE I OF CHAPTER1 "BUILDINGS IL I
REGULATIONS" THE CITY OF AVENTURA
ORDINANCESCREATING CODE SECTION1 - L
CERTIFICATION OF ST T I T AMENDING
ARTICLE II OF CHAPTER 14 OF THE CITY CODE BY CREATINGCODE
SECTION 1 - "PAINTING / T IEXTERIOR
BUILDING I PROVIDING PENALTY;
PROVIDING LI PROVIDING INCLUSION I
THE C PROVIDING TI T .
WHEREAS, the City Commission of the City of Aventura, Florida, (the "City") finds
that it is necessary to further enhance the monitoring of building conditions within the City
to ensure compliance by private property owners with life safety requirements of the
Florida Building Code and applicable Miami-Dade County and City Ordinances; and
WHEREAS, the City Commission finds that the timely delivery of annual
certification of structural maintenance reports to the City, as provided herein, will serve to
promote the health, safety and welfare of the residents of the City; and
the City Commission finds that the timely painting and/or
waterproofing of exterior building surfaces at least every 10 years, as provided herein,
will serve to promote the health, safety and welfare of the residents of the City.
THEREFORE, IT ORDAINED BY THE CITYCOMMISSION
THE CITY OF AVENTURA, FOLLOWS:
Section 1. secitals Incorporated. That each of the above-stated recitals are
hereby adopted and confirmed.
Section 2. City Coe Amended. That Chapter 14 "Buildings and Building
Regulations," of the City Code of Ordinances is hereby amended to read as follows':
Chapter 1 — Buildings and BuildingRegulations
ARTICLE —In General
Section. 14-3. — Delivery of annual certification of structural maintenance report.
1 Additions to existing text are shown in underline format. Deletions are shown in strike-through
format.
City of Aventura Ordinance No. 2023-
(a) The duties imposed by this Section are applicable to any person (the "Responsible
Person") who serves as the president (the "President") of a condominium
association, homeowners association or cooperative owners association (each
constituting a "Community Association" for the purposes of this section). The
duties of this Section shall also apply to any person, firm, corporation or entity
serving as a property manager (the "Property Manager") for a Community
Association or as a property manager for any apartment complex of more than four
(4) units.
(b) The annual certification of structural maintenance described above shall be filed
annually with the City officials listed in Section 14-1 on or before December 15 by
the Responsible Person or their designee. Filing shall be accomplished by hand
delivery to the offices of the City's Chief Building Official and City Manager at the
Aventura Government Center and/or by email filing at the following link:
engineeringreportsp_cityofaventura.com or other link provided for this purpose on
the City's website.
(c) If an annual certification of structural maintenance report is hand delivered, it shall
be hand delivered to the offices of the City's chief Building Official and City
Manager in both digital format and hard copy for compliance with this Section.
(d) A Community Association shall be responsible for the payment of any fine which
would otherwise be payable by the President of the Community Association for a
violation of this Section.
Chapter 14 — Buildings and Building Regulations
ARTICLE 11 — Building Code
Section 14-32. - Painting and/or Waterproofing of Exterior Building Surfaces Required
(a) The exterior building surfaces of all multi-family residential structures containing
more than four (4) units shall be repainted and/or waterproofed at intervals of 10
years or less. For new buildings, the first 10-year interval will start when the exterior
building surfaces are first painted and/or waterproofed. For existing buildings, the
10-years interval will start when the exterior building services are last painted
and/or waterproofed.
Section 3. Penalty, That a violation of this Ordinance shall be subject to the
penalties provided in Section 1-14 of the City Code. This Ordinance shall also be subject
to enforcement under the code enforcement process provided by Chapter 2, Section 2-
331, et. seq., of the City Code as amended from time to time.
Section 4. Severabilit That the provisions of this Ordinance are declared to
be severable and if any section, sentence, clause or phrase of this Ordinance shall for
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any reason be held to be invalid or unconstitutional such decision shall not affect the
validity of the remaining sections, sentences, clauses and phrases of this Ordinance, but
they shall remain in effect it being the legislative intent that this Ordinance shall stand
notwithstanding the invalidity of any part.
Section 5. Inclusion in the Code. That it is the intention of the City Commission
and it is hereby ordained that the provisions of this Ordinance shall become and be made
a part of the Code of the City of Aventura, that the sections of this Ordinance may be
renumbered or re-lettered to accomplish such intentions, and that the word Ordinance
shall be changed to Section or other appropriate word.
Section 6. Implementation. That the City Manager is hereby authorized to take
any action which is necessary to implement this Ordinance.
Section 7. Effective Date. That this Ordinance shall be effective immediately
upon adoption on second reading.
The foregoing Ordinance was offered by Commissioner who moved
its adoption on first reading. This motion was seconded by Commissioner
and upon being put to a vote, the vote was as follows:
Commissioner Amit Bloom
Commissioner Rachel S. Friedland
Commissioner Paul A. Kruss
Commissioner Dr. Linda Marks
Commissioner Michael Stern
Vice Mayor Billy Joel
Mayor Howard S. Weinberg
The foregoing Ordinance was offered by Commissioner who moved
its adoption on second reading. This motion was seconded by Commissioner
and upon being put to a vote, the vote was as follows:
Commissioner Amit Bloom
Commissioner Rachel S. Friedland
Commissioner Paul A. Kruss
Commissioner Dr. Linda Marks
Commissioner Michael Stern
Vice Mayor Billy Joel
Mayor Howard S. Weinberg
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City of Aventura Ordinance No. 2023-
PASSED on first reading this 7t" day of February, 2023.
PASSED AND ADOPTED on second reading this 7t" day of March, 2023.
HOWARD S. WEINBERG, ESQ.
MAYOR
ATTEST:
ELLISA L. HORVATH, MMC
CITY CLERK
APPROVED AS TO FORM AND
LEGAL SUFFICIENCY:
CITY ATTORNEY
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CITY OF AVENTURA
FINANCE DEPARTMENT
MEMORANDUM
TO: City Commission
FROM: Ronald J. Wasson, City Manager
BY: Melissa Cruz, Finance Director
DATE: December 29, 2022
SUBJECT: Ordinance Amending Procurement Code Sec. 2-251, 2-252 and 2-253
to Increase Purchase Threshold from $2,500 to $5,000
January 5, 2023 City Commission Meeting Agenda Item (First Reading)
February 7, 2023 City Commission Meeting Agenda Item (Second Reading)
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Commission approve the attached ordinance which
amends the City procurement code Sec. 2-251, 2-25. and 2-253.
BACKGROUND
The City's Procurement code currently requires 3 vendor quotes for all purchases over
$2,500. Rising costs and labor shortages are making it more difficult to procure goods
and services in a timely manner with this threshold and has led to delays for multiple City
departments. In addition, the City's thresholds have not changed since 2006. A survey
of cities in Dade and Broward (Exhibit A) is attached and shows that the majority of cities
have thresholds higher than $2,500. Increasing the threshold to $5,000 will bring the City
to a more appropriate level and provide for a more efficient procurement process. There
are minor, clean-up type changes to Sec. 2-251 and 2-253 which set guidelines so
purchases cannot be split or divided to avoid the established purchasing limits.
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CITY OF AVENTURA ORDINANCE NO. 2023-
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA, AMENDING
CHAPTER 2 "ADMINISTRATION," ARTICLE IV "FINANCE," DIVISION 3
"PURCHASING," OF THE CITY OF AVENTURA CODE OF
ORDINANCES TO PROVIDE FOR ENHANCED PURCHASING
AUTHORITY AND REVISE EXEMPTIONS FROM COMPETITIVE
BIDDING; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR
INCLUSION IN THE CODE; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE
DATE.
WHEREAS, the City of Aventura (the "City") Commission recognizes that changes
to the adopted Code of Ordinances are periodically necessary in order to ensure that the
City's regulations are current and consistent with the City's planning and regulatory
needs; and
WHEREAS, in order to improve the efficiency of the purchasing process it is
necessary to update the purchasing guidelines and procedures which were initially
adopted by the City in 1996; and
WHEREAS, the City Commission desires to amend Chapter 2, Article IV
"Finance," Division 3 "Purchasing," to provide updates to existing provisions concerning
purchasing guidelines; and
WHEREAS, the City Commission finds that the proposed amendment is in the best
interest of the public.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA, AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Recitals Adopted. That each of the above stated recitals are hereby
adopted and confirmed.
Section 2. City Code Amended. That Chapter 2 "Administration," of the City
Code of Ordinances is hereby amended to read as follows:
Chapter 2 -ADMINISTRATION
ARTICLE IV. — FINANCE
Underlined provisions constitute proposed additions to existing text. Double underline text indicates
changes made between first and second reading.
City of Aventura Ordinance No. 2023-
Sec. 2-251. - Generally; authority of City Manager.
The City Manager shall supervise and have full authority to approve or disapprove
purchases by all departments. The City Manager subject to rules and regulations
established by ordinance shall issue rules and be responsible for enforcing
purchasing procedures as he deems necessary from time to time Purchases shall not be
divided to bypass established purchasing limits. It is the responsibility of the department
heads and the City Manager to ensure all purchases are consistent with and support the
approved budget prior to committing funds. The City Manager shall approve all contracts
relating to purchases of the City subject to the provisions of this division. All expenditures
pursuant to this division shall conform to section 3.09 of the Charter.
Sec. 2-252. Purchasing Guidelines.
(a) Purchases not greater than $2-509.00 $5,000.00. Purchases of or contracts
for materials, supplies, equipment, improvements or services where the total
amount expended is not greater than $`',FAO-$5,000.00 may be made or
entered into by the City Manager without competitive bidding and without City
Commission approval.
Procurement Cards. The City Manager or designee shall have the
authority to issue city procurement cards to employees at the request of
the department director. The City Manager or designee shall develop
operational policies and procedures for the use of the procurement cards,
which shall be adopted as an administrative policy.
(b) Purchases of more than $2,500.0 $5,000.00 but less than
$50,000.00. Purchases of or contracts for materials, supplies, equipment,
improvements or services where the total amount expended is in excess of
$2,500.00 $5,000.00 but which is less than $50,000.00, may be made or
entered into by the City Manager without City Commission approval, provided
that three (3) quotations are obtained from individual vendors. Single
purchases and contracts of greater than $50,000.00 shall not be artificially
divided into multiple segments to bypass the informal competitive bidding
requirements of this division.
Emergency Purchases. Notwithstanding any other provision of this Code, the
City Manager or designee may make or authorize others to make emergency
purchases, where necessary to purchase an operating or capital item
immediately. The City Manager is authorized to determine if an emergency
exists for purposes of emergency purchases and procurements. If an
emergency does exist, the City Manager shall authorize emergency
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expenditures for the procurement or temporary acquisition of supplies.
equipment and services necessary to meet the city's needs as a result of the
emergency, and may delegate authority for a department head or other
designee to secure emergency proposals. Any emergency procurement
exceeding threshold as defined in section 2-252(c) shall be reported to and
authorized by the City Commission.
Sec. 2-253. Exemptions from Competitive Formal Bidding.
The following exemptions from competitive formal bidding are hereby established-
(1) Sole or single source availability. Supplies, equipment or services available
from a sole or single source en-ly may only be exempted from the bidding
requirements of this division by the City Manager upon the filing of a written
request by a department head to the City Manager outlining the conditions and
circumstances involved.
a. All sole or single source procurements where the cost of the
commodities or contractual services exceeds the threshold as defined
in section 2-252(c) shall be authorized by the City Commission.
Section 3. Severability. That the provisions of this Ordinance are declared to
be severable and if any section, sentence, clause or phrase of this Ordinance shall for
any reason be held to be invalid or unconstitutional, such decision shall not affect the
validity of the remaining sections, sentences, clauses, and phrases of this Ordinance but
they shall remain in effect, it being the legislative intent that this Ordinance shall stand
notwithstanding the invalidity of any part.
Section 4. Inclusion in the Code. That it is the intention of the City Commission,
and it is hereby ordained that the provisions of this Ordinance shall become and be made
a part of the Code of the City of Aventura; that the sections of this Ordinance may be
renumbered or relettered to accomplish such intentions; and that the word "Ordinance"
shall be changed to "Section" or other appropriate word.
Section 5. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall be effective immediately upon
adoption on second reading.
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The foregoing Ordinance was offered by Commissioner Bloom, who moved its
adoption on first reading. This motion was seconded by Vice Mayor Joel and upon being
put to a vote, the vote was as follows:
Commissioner Amit Bloom Yes
Commissioner Rachel S. Friedland Yes
Commissioner Paul A. Kruss Yes
Commissioner Dr. Linda Marks Yes
Commissioner Michael Stern Yes
Vice Mayor Billy Joel Yes
Mayor Howard S. Weinberg Yes
The foregoing Ordinance was offered by Commissioner who moved its
adoption on second reading. This motion was seconded by Commissioner
and upon being put to a vote, the vote was as follows:
Commissioner Amit Bloom
Commissioner Rachel S. Friedland
Commissioner Paul A. Kruss
Commissioner Dr. Linda Marks
Commissioner Michael Stern
Vice Mayor Billy Joel
Mayor Howard S. Weinberg
PASSED on first reading this 5t" day of January, 2023.
PASSED AND ADOPTED on second reading this 7t" day of February, 2023.
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HOWARD S. WEINBERG, ESQ.
MAYOR
ATTEST:
ELLISA L. HORVATH, MMC
CITY CLERK
APPROVED AS TO FORM AND
LEGAL SUFFICIENCY:
CITY ATTORNEY
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