03-07-2023 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
March 7, 2023
6:00 p.m.
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 March 7, 2023
1. CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. AGENDA: Request for Deletions/Emergency Additions
4. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS:
• Proclamation
• Special Recognitions
• Certificates of Appointment
• 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:
• February 7, 2023 City Commission Regular Meeting
• February 16, 2023 City Commission Special Workshop
• February 23, 2023 City Commission Regular Workshop
B. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA, CO-
DESIGNATING NE 190" STREET FROM COUNTRY CLUB DRIVE TO THE ENTRANCE OF
THE HIDDEN BAY RESIDENTIAL COMMUNITY AS"HIDDEN BAY DRIVE"; DIRECTING THE
CITY CLERK TO SUBMIT THIS RESOLUTION TO MIAMI-DADE COUNTY; PROVIDING FOR
IMPLEMENTATION; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
C. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA,
APPROVING THE APPOINTMENT OF THREE MEMBERS TO THE CITY OF AVENTURA
COMMUNITY SERVICES ADVISORY BOARD DUE TO VACANCIES ON SAID BOARD FOR
THE REMAINDER OF THE ONE-YEAR TERMS ENDING IN MAY 2023; AND PROVIDING
FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
D. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA,
APPROVING THE APPOINTMENT OF TWO VOTING MEMBERS TO THE DON SOFFER
AVENTURA HIGH SCHOOL ADVISORY BOARD DUE TO VACANCIES ON SAID BOARD
FOR THE REMAINDER OF THE TWO-YEAR TERMS ENDING IN NOVEMBER 2023; AND
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
E. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA,
AUTHORIZING PAYMENT TO GARLAND/DBS INCORPORATED FOR THE EXTERIOR
REPAIRS FOR THE AVENTURA ARTS & CULTURAL CENTER FOR THE PRICE
CONTAINED IN EXHIBIT "A" ATTACHED; PROVIDING FOR IMPLEMENTATION;
PROVIDING FOR THE APPROPRIATION AND ALLOCATION OF FUNDS; AND PROVIDING
FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
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F. 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 AUDIO-VISUAL
EQUIPMENT TO UPGRADE THE COMMISSION CHAMBERS; PROVIDING FOR
IMPLEMENTATION; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
G. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA,
APPROVING THE EXPENDITURE OF FUNDS FOR AN EMERGENCY PURCHASE OF
CARRIER BRAND HVAC CHILLER UNITS LOCATED ON THE GOVERNMENT CENTER
ROOFTOP; AUTHORIZING THE MANAGER TO ACCESS A COOPERATIVE PURCHASING
AGREEMENT TO OBTAIN THE MOST COMPETITIVE PRICE; PROVIDING FOR
IMPLEMENTATION; PROVIDING FOR THE APPROPRIATION AND ALLOCATION OF
FUNDS; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
6. ZONING HEARINGS — QUASI-JUDICIAL PUBLIC HEARINGS: None.
7. ORDINANCES — FIRST READING/PUBLIC INPUT: None.
8. ORDINANCES — SECOND READING/PUBLIC HEARINGS:
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.
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.
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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 REGULAR WORKSHOP—MARCH 16, 2023 AT 9 AM
COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING—APRIL 4,2023 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: March 3, 2023
SUBJECT: Approval of Minutes
March 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 February.
BACKGROUND
Meetings were held and minutes have been provided for Commission approval for the
following:
• February 7, 2023 City Commission Regular Meeting
• February 16, 2023 City Commission Special Workshop
• February 23, 2023 City Commission Regular Workshop
Should you have any questions, please contact me.
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AVENTURA CITY COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
FEBRUARY 7, 2023
Following 6 p.m. Local Planning Agency 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
Weinberg at 6.46 p.m. The roll was called and 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. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: The Pledge was done at the Local Planning Agency
Meeting.
3. AGENDA: REQUESTS FOR DELETIONS/EMERGENCY ADDITIONS: Mr.
Wasson added the following motion to Item 12 Other Business:
A MOTION TO GRANT A WAIVER ENABLING CHARTER SCHOOLS USA TO PAY TRAVEL
RELATED EXPENSES INCURRED BY MAYOR TO TOUR OTHER SCHOOL SITES
LOCATED IN FLORIDA OPERATED BY CHARTER SCHOOLS USA.
4. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS:
• Special Recognitions. Chief Michael Bentolila, on behalf of the City
Commission, presented a Certificate of Special Recognition to Yadiel Cebellas for his
heroic actions in helping to save a life. A Certificate of Special Recognition was also noted
for Johns Magloire as he was not in attendance.
Mayor Weinberg, on behalf of the City Commission, presented a proclamation and flowers
to Commissioner Dr. Linda Marks in recognition of her Bat Mitzvah ceremony.
• Employee Service Awards: Mr. Wasson presented Police Department
Records Clerk Mary Smith with a recognition certificate and token of appreciation for the
completion of milestone years (20 years) of service with the City.
• Aventura City of Excellence School Update: Principal Dr. Anthony Tyrkala
provided the school update.
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• Don Soffer Aventura High School Update: Principal Dr. Geoff McKee
provided the school update accompanied by School Counselor Francie Weinberg and
Silver Knight Nominee Students Jade Stein and Orly Ouaknine.
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 Bloom, and passed unanimously by roll call vote. The
following action was taken:
A. Minutes approved as follows:
• December 15, 2022 City Commission Regular Workshop
• January 5, 2023 City Commission Regular Meeting
• January 19, 2023 City Commission Regular Workshop
B. Motion approved as follows:
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. Resolution No. 2023-07 adopted as follows:
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. Resolution No. 2023-08 adopted as follows:
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. Resolution No. 2023-09 adopted as follows:
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. Resolution No. 2023-10 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.
6. ZONING HEARINGS — QUASI-JUDICIAL PUBLIC HEARINGS: Mr. Meyers
reviewed the quasi-judicial procedures and Mrs. Horvath administered the oath to all
those wishing to offer testimony on the item.
RESOLUTION/PUBLIC HEARING: Mrs. Horvath read the following Resolution
title:
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.
A motion was offered by Commissioner Bloom and seconded by Commissioner Kruss for
approval of the Resolution with a condition added that the permit for the lighting proposed
on the southwest facade will not be issued prior to: a) Champion Retail Limited offers no
written objection to the lighting proposed for the southwest elevation on or before March
7, 2023 or b) the City Commission approves a Resolution at the March 7, 2023
Commission Meeting removing this condition of approval.
Community Development Director Keven Klopp entered the staff report into the record,
which recommended approval, and incorporated the testimony provided at the Local
Planning Agency Meeting into the record.
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 Resolution with the added condition passed unanimously
by roll call vote and Resolution No. 2023-11 was adopted.
7. ORDINANCES — FIRST READING/PUBLIC INPUT:
Mrs. Horvath read the following Ordinance title:
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,
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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.
A motion for approval of the Ordinance was offered by Commissioner Kruss and
seconded by Commissioner Bloom.
Commissioner Kruss 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.
Mrs. Horvath read the following Ordinance title-
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 (132) DISTRICT; 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 Friedland and
seconded by Vice Mayor Joel.
Community Development Director Keven Klopp entered the staff report into the record,
which recommended approval, and incorporated the comments provided at the Local
Planning Agency Meeting into the record.
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.
Mrs. Horvath read the following Ordinance title-
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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A motion for approval of the Ordinance was offered by Vice Mayor Joel and seconded by
Commissioner Kruss.
Community Development Director Keven Klopp entered the staff report into the record,
which recommended approval, and incorporated the comments provided at the Local
Planning Agency Meeting into the record.
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.
Mrs. Horvath read the following Ordinance title-
D. 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.
A motion for approval of the Ordinance was offered by Commissioner Stern and seconded
by Commissioner Bloom.
Community Development Director Keven Klopp entered the staff report into the record,
which recommended approval.
The City Commission discussed the item including condominium associations facing
financial impacts due to repairs and insurance renewals.
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 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.
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A motion for approval of the Ordinance was offered by Vice Mayor Joel and seconded by
Commissioner Kruss.
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 second reading passed unanimously by roll
call vote and Ordinance No. 2023-02 was adopted.
9. RESOLUTION/PUBLIC INPUT: None.
10. REPORTS: Reports were provided by members of the City Commission as
follows:
Mayor Weinberg reported on the U.S. Conference of Mayors campaign against
antisemitism and the upcoming Jewish American Heritage Month in May.
11. PUBLIC COMMENTS: The following members of the public provided comments:
Marcelle Fischler (3370 NE 190 Street #2707, Aventura), Stacey Levy (1051 NE 93
Street, Miami Shores), Cindy Orlinsky (20051 NE 37 Court, Aventura), Jennifer
Hoberman (3370 NE 190 Street, #904, Aventura), and Ofra Schlesinger (3370 NE 190
Street, #907, Aventura).
12. OTHER BUSINESS: Mrs. Horvath read the following motion:
A MOTION TO GRANT A WAIVER ENABLING CHARTER SCHOOLS USA TO PAY TRAVEL
RELATED EXPENSES INCURRED BY MAYOR TO TOUR OTHER SCHOOL SITES
LOCATED IN FLORIDA OPERATED BY CHARTER SCHOOLS USA.
A motion for approval was offered by Commissioner Friedland and seconded by
Commissioner Bloom.
Mayor Weinberg explained the item enabling him to tour other Charter Schools USA
(CSUSA) schools in the Tampa area.
The City Commission discussed the item including the following: using taxpayer dollars
in lieu of CSUSA paying, reviewing the CSUSA contract, and the process to follow for
other Commission members to visit other charter schools as well in the future.
Mr. Meyers noted that other members of the City Commission wanting to do the same
thing would need to be approved individually by the City Commission.
Mayor Weinberg opened the item for public comment. The following members of the
public provided comments: Bruce Davidson (3047 NE 183rd Lane, Aventura).
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There being no additional comments, Mayor Weinberg closed the item for public input.
The motion for approval passed unanimously by roll call vote.
13. ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business to come before the
Commission, a motion to adjourn was offered by Vice Mayor Joel, seconded by
Commissioner Kruss, and unanimously approved; thus, adjourning the meeting at 8:02
p.m.
Ellisa L. Horvath, MMC, City Clerk
Approved by the City Commission on February 7, 2023.
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AVENTURA CITY COMMISSION
SPECIAL WORKSHOP MINUTES
FEBRUARY 16, 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 Weinberg at
9:12 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. Pledge of Allegiance: The Pledge was led by Mayor Weinberg.
3. Aventura Upcoming: A Presentation and Discussion Regarding Various
Planning and Zoning Matters (City Manager): Mr. Wasson provided brief remarks
regarding the purpose of the workshop, which is to start discussions on the future of
Aventura and how the City should be positioned for development.
Keven Klopp, Community Development Director, briefly reviewed his background and
responsibilities. A presentation titled "Aventura Upcoming —A Zoning Specific Workshop
Discussion...About What's Next" was provided including the following items: Once Upon
a Time...In 1993, Comp Plan for NE Dade, Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities,
Challenges, Everything is An Opportunity, "The Right Way to Plan?" in Context with the
Community, Put the Opportunities in Context, Focus on the Opportunities, Immediate
Recommendations, More of the Good/Redevelop the Bad, Land Use — Transportation
Connection, Long Term View, Coming Soon, and Area Specific Overlays & Incentives.
The City Commission provided input throughout the presentation and discussed the
following items: cleaning up the areas around the hospital, the Rapid Transit Zone, future
workshops, Mr. Wasson and Mr. Klopp providing a list of recommended priorities, FAR
(Floor Area Ratio), providing a comprehensive picture of the City showing development
areas and identifying open space to remain open, adjustments to be done to the districts
for RTZ (Regional Transit Zoning) and MUC (Metropolitan Urban Center) to fulfill the
County requirement, the County is pushing for increased density around the Brightline
station, goal to become a more transit and pedestrian friendly community with a live-work-
play concept, increased communication for input from residents, and educating residents
on developer rights.
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Mr. Meyers discussed the various opportunities for public input at workshops and public
hearings.
Mr. Wasson will provide the Commission with an analysis/overview of open space and
submerged lands in the City.
The following members of the public provided comments: Steven Friedfertig (Turnberry
North — 19707 Turnberry Way #12A, Aventura), Ken Bernstein (19501 Biscayne Blvd.,
Unit 400, Aventura), Jeff Bercow, Esq. (200 S. Biscayne Blvd., Suite 300, Miami), Michael
Marrero, Esq. (200 S. Biscayne Blvd., Suite 300, Miami), Marjorie Rosenblatt (19333 W.
Country Club Drive, Aventura), Leon Silvera (19707 Turnberry Way, Unit 28-D, Aventura),
Haim Swissa (2760 NE 203 Street, #3, Aventura), Bernardo Rieber (2820 NE 214 Street,
#100, Aventura), and Barry Silverstein (19667 Turnberry Way, #8E, Aventura).
City Manager Summary: It was the consensus of the City Commission to
acknowledge the items presented and to provide support in general of bringing each topic
back individually for further discussions.
4. Adiournment: There being no further business to come before the City
Commission, the workshop was adjourned by consensus at 10:40 a.m.
Ellisa L. Horvath, MMC, City Clerk
Approved by the City Commission on March 7, 2023.
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AVENTURA CITY COMMISSION
REGULAR WORKSHOP MINUTES
FEBRUARY 23, 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 Weinberg at
9:05 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. Pledge of Allegiance: The Pledge was led by Mayor Weinberg.
3. Presentation: by Aventura 2999, LLC of Proposed Project Known as "Icon
Aventura" (Administrative Site Plan Approval Application #SP2212-0001) (City
Manager): This item was presented later in the meeting following Item 9.
4. Discussion: Approval of the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Purchase of
Audio-Visual Upgrades for the Commission Chambers (City Manager): Mr. Wasson
explained the plan to use ARPA funds to provide upgrades to the Commission Chambers,
including improved speakers and a new video wall behind the dais, at a cost of
$94,103.50.
The City Commission discussed the item.
City Manager Summary: It was the consensus of the City Commission to proceed
with the placement of the item as a resolution on the March Commission Meeting Agenda.
5. Discussion: Waterways Park Field-Turf Change Orders (City Manager): Mr.
Wasson explained the current upgrade from regular grass to artificial turf at the
Waterways Park and the change orders needed for additional costs for environmental
engineering services as required by DERM, as well as additional sports markings.
The City Commission discussed the item.
City Manager Summary: It was the consensus of the City Commission to proceed
with the item.
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6. Discussion: FIU Vice Provost Luncheon Table (City Manager): Mr. Wasson
reviewed the Golden Gift First Generation Scholarship Ceremony on March 12t" and
requested input on whether or not a table should be purchased. He noted the current
policy followed that the City would buy a table if a member of the City Commission was
being honored and, if not, approval would be needed. No Commission members are being
honored at the event.
The City Commission reviewed the item.
City Manager Summary: It was the consensus of the City Commission to continue
to follow the policy in place and not to purchase a table for this event since no members
were being honored.
7. Discussion: Selection of Community Services Advisory Board Members
(City Manager): Mr. Wasson reported on the interview process and the following three
recommended members to fill the vacancies on the Board: Bruce Davidson, Donna Mairs,
and Jesse Potack.
Mrs. Horvath explained the one-year terms and Mr. Meyers explained other aspects of
the enabling ordinance.
The City Commission discussed the item including the following: sending residents to Mr.
Wasson that are interested in serving on boards, the required attendance of board
members at board meetings, each member selecting one member to the boards, and one
member from each board attending Commission meetings to provide updates.
City Manager Summary: It was the consensus of the City Commission to proceed
with the appointment of the three recommended members to the Board through the
placement of a resolution on the next Commission Meeting Agenda. Additionally, the
current process/policy for all boards will be discussed at the next workshop including
appointing and reappointing members.
8. Discussion: Selection of Aventura City Representatives for Appointment to
the Don Soffer Aventura High School Advisory Board (City Manager): Mr. Wasson
reported on the interview process and the following two recommended members to fill the
vacancies on the Board: Clifford B. Ain, CPA MST and Nadine M. Weltman Laham.
The City Commission discussed the item including the following: better communication
on available Board vacancies and involving the principal in the interview process.
City Manager Summary: It was the consensus of the City Commission to proceed
with the appointment of the two recommended members to the Board through the
placement of a resolution on the next Commission Meeting Agenda. Additionally, the
current process/policy for boards will be discussed at the next workshop including
appointing and reappointing members.
9. Discussion: Emergency Replacement of the Government Center Air
Conditioning Chillers (City Manager): Mr. Wasson discussed the need to replace two
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air conditioning chiller units at Government Center using a piggyback contract at an
estimated cost of$1.6 million with an anticipated 20-year lifespan.
Mr. Meyers explained the use of a piggyback contract versus a bid process.
The City Commission discussed the item.
City Manager Summary: It was the consensus of the City Commission to proceed
with the item as presented.
Item 3 was presented at this time.
Presentation: by Aventura 2999, LLC of Proposed Proiect Known as "Icon
Aventura" (Administrative Site Plan Approval Application #SP2212-0001) (City
Manager): Mr. Wasson briefly introduced the item to be presented by the owners and
developers of the proposed project west of Government Center.
The following were in attendance to present the project: Michael Marrero, Esq. (Bercow
Radell Fernandez Larkin & Tapanes, PLLC), Fidel Zabik, Architect (Arquitectonica),
Kansas Goodrum, Traffic Engineer (David Plummer & Associates), Jeff Bercow, Esq.
(Bercow Radell Fernandez Larkin & Tapanes, PLLC), Gray Crow, Esq. (Bercow Radell
Fernandez Larkin & Tapanes, PLLC), and Isaac Toledano, Manager (BH Group).
Mr. Marrero reviewed various aspects of the proposed project including the original
project allowed by Code versus the proposed project with more residential and less
commercial providing for better traffic and less parking, which would need to come before
the City Commission for conditional use approval for height, density, and open space.
Mr. Zabik reviewed the proposed plans for the mixed-use project including a new
residential tower with 308 units (257 market units and 51 hero housing units), existing
commercial tower, and new parking garage (1,011 parking spaces) with retail on the
bottom floor including storage for the Police Department. Other aspects reviewed were
possible public pickleball courts, contribution to the City Freebee program, providing hero
housing (20% - 50 units), green environmental buildings, and the City possibly using the
parking garage on the weekends.
The City Commission discussed the items including the following: support of hero
housing, increasing the storage area for the Police Department, addressing the
disconnect between the residential building and the parking garage, allowing public
access to the pickleball courts, and keeping the gate closed to vehicular traffic between
Government Center and the project.
Mr. Wasson provided comments on the productive meetings, with the project being in the
review phase.
Keven Klopp, Community Development Director, discussed the concept of installing a
public path from Country Club Drive to the Hilton hotel property, which was being
discussed with the developer. He also explained that specifics regarding open space for
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the project had not been addressed/reviewed yet and that it may require conditional use
approval.
Mr. Meyers discussed the concept for hero housing such as providing a density bonus,
which would require a Code amendment, and addressing the situation if not all of the hero
housing units were occupied/needed by teachers/police.
City Manager Summary: It was the consensus of the City Commission for Mr.
Wasson and staff to proceed with discussions with the developer.
The workshop was briefly paused at 10:40 a.m. and reconvened at 10:51 a.m., with all
members still in attendance.
10. Discussion: Consideration of 5k/10k Aventura Road Race (City Manager):
Commissioner Stern explained the interest from the new Nike store at the Aventura Mall
in working with City for a 5k/10k race.
Mr. Wasson reviewed his discussions with Nike including speaking with the referred
organizer for the run and Nike participating in the event at some level. He additionally
discussed receiving sponsorships, the City funding for the event, and the Commission
deciding where any extra money would go. A City budget of $50,000 to $70,000 was
estimated, with additional money received from registration fees and sponsorships.
The City Commission discussed the event, location around the circle, dates in
March/April/Fall, and possible places that extra funds should be donated to include the
police foundation.
City Manager Summary: It was the consensus of the City Commission to move
forward with a 5k/10k race.
11. Discussion: Newsletter Update (City Manager): Mr. Wasson briefly introduced
the item to streamline the newsletter.
Commissioner Bloom reviewed the proposed vision to change the current 8-page monthly
newsletter to a smaller mailer done 7 to 9 times a year, at a cost reduction as outlined in
the agenda.
Evan Ross, Director of Communications, reviewed the proposed newsletter sample
content and discussed the printer and mailing process.
The City Commission discussed the item including the following: having a mix of printed
and digital newsletters, adjusting the scope of the contract, providing items in the future
in the newsletter so that it isn't outdated, using the money saved on the printed newsletter
for other items such as more digital items, providing upcoming projects on one side of the
mailer, the positive aspects of the videos done, and providing the City's videos to the
condominium buildings to broadcast.
Commissioner Bloom was thanked for her work on the newsletter.
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Mayor Weinberg and Mr. Wasson reported on the upcoming City Government Channel
anticipated soon to broadcast the City Commission Meetings and to provide other content
as well. City Commissioners will be requested to provide input on the content for the
channel.
Mr. Ross discussed working with the schools and the City for newsworthy items.
City Manager Summary: It was the consensus of the City Commission to move
forward with the newsletter/mailer as presented and for Commissioner Bloom to work with
Mr. Wasson on the design for it.
12. Discussion: Digital Advertising Monitors for Public Display - Pilot Program
(Commissioner Stern): Commissioner Stern proposed that digital monitors be provided
in the mail rooms at the condominium buildings for residents to view information from the
City.
The City Commission discussed the item including the following: positive feedback on the
idea, starting with buildings that already have monitors in the mailrooms, researching the
cost for an additional monitor or a monitor exclusively for City content, testing the idea at
Commissioner Dr. Marks' building, providing sponsors, and whether or not advertising
should be allowed.
Bryan Pegues, Assistant City Manager, provided comments on the existing monitors at
buildings that may allow the City to put content on them and what that content could
include.
Mr. Meyers provided comments on allowing sponsors, but not ads.
The following members of the public provided comments: Marjorie Rosenblatt (19333 W.
Country Club Drive, Aventura).
Mr. Wasson reported on using the billboards for items as outlined in the agreement.
City Manager Summary: It was the consensus of the City Commission to proceed
with a pilot program for the monitors as presented with Commissioner Stern working with
Mr. Wasson.
13. Discussion: Food Freshness Dates (Commissioner Dr. Marks): Commissioner
Dr. Marks discussed the increase of food freshness dates that are expired at many of the
major retailers and requested input on ways the City can create awareness for residents
to check freshness dates.
The City Commission discussed the item including the inclusion of information in the new
newsletter format.
Mr. Meyers provided comments on the process that the City can use to inform.
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City Manager Summary: It was the consensus of the City Commission to include
information in the newsletter and the City's social media content, as well as the City's
representative bringing it up at the Miami-Dade County League of Cities meeting for other
municipalities to also inform their residents.
14. Discussion: Impact of Condominium Assessments on Residents/City
(Commissioner Dr. Marks): Commissioner Dr. Marks discussed the increase in
insurance rates as well as requirements for condominiums to be fully funded for increased
maintenance, etc. and suggested the City provide more education for the condominium
buildings for residents and property managers.
Mr. Ross reported that the County would be providing a Town Hall Meeting at Aventura
Government Center on March 1st with Mayor Levine-Cava and County Commissioner
Steinberg on the available Condominium Special Assessment Loan Program. The
meeting will be livestreamed.
City Manager Summary: It was the consensus of the City Commission to provide
that information to the residents.
The following additional items were discussed:
The City Commission members were requested to wear blue on March 1st to participate
in a photo session at Government Center for Colorectal Cancer Month in recognition of
Commissioner Michael Stern.
The City Commission members were shown the new blue blazers with the City seal and
informed to contact Mr. Pegues should they be interested in ordering one to wear at
meetings.
Mrs. Horvath updated the City Commission on the new dates for the Golden Beach
swearing in ceremony.
Mr. Meyers explained the Miami-Dade County ethics rule that does not allow the City to
purchase food from Mo's Bagels & Deli any longer unless a competitive process/bid was
followed that would allow the City Commission to grant a waiver to do so.
15. Adiournment: There being no further business to come before the City
Commission, the meeting was adjourned by consensus at 12:07 p.m.
Ellisa L. Horvath, MMC, City Clerk
Approved by the City Commission on March 7, 2023.
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CITY OF "ENTURA
OFFICE OF THE CITY MANAGER
MEMORANDUM
TO: City Commission
FROM: Ronald J. Wasson, City Manager C-92-
DATE: March 3, 2023
SUBJECT: Resolution Co-Designating NE 190th Street from Country Club Drive
to the Entrance of the Hidden Bay Residential Community as "Hidden
Bay Drive"
March 7, 2023 City Commission Meeting Agenda
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Commission adopt the attached Resolution co-
designating the street east of Country Club Drive to the entrance of the Hidden Bay
residential community by removing the name "Marina Del Rey Boulevard" and renaming
it "Hidden Bay Drive." Upon Miami-Dade County's approval, signs shall be made and
installed declaring the renaming.
If you have any questions please feel free to contact me.
RJW/act
Attachment
CC03086-23
CITY OF AVENTURA RESOLUTION NO. 2023-
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
AVENTURA, FLORIDA, CO-DESIGNATING NE 1901" STREET FROM
COUNTRY CLUB DRIVE TO THE ENTRANCE OF THE HIDDEN BAY
RESIDENTIAL COMMUNITY AS "HIDDEN BAY DRIVE"; DIRECTING
THE CITY CLERK TO SUBMIT THIS RESOLUTION TO MIAMI-DADE
COUNTY; PROVIDING FOR IMPLEMENTATION; AND PROVIDING
FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the City of Aventura, in conjunction with Miami-Dade County, has the
authority to name streets within the City's jurisdiction for use as a specific reference point
for a geographic area in the City and/or to reflect the character of the neighborhood; and
WHEREAS, the Hidden Bay residential community ("Hidden Bay") is the
cornerstone community located on the end of the street currently known as Marina Del
Rey Boulevard/NE 190t" Street, located east of Country Club Drive to the entrance of
Hidden Bay; and
WHEREAS, the residents of the Hidden Bay community support the co-
designation of this street to Hidden Bay Drive; and
WHEREAS, the City Commission finds that this Resolution is in the best interest
of the City and its residents to co-designate this street as Hidden Bay Drive.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA:
Section 1. Recitals Adopted. That the above stated recitals are hereby adopted
and confirmed.
Section 2. Hidden Bay Drive Co-Designation. That the City Commission
hereby co-designates the street east of Country Club Drive to the entrance of the Hidden
Bay residential community by removing the name "Marina Del Rey Boulevard" and
renaming it "Hidden Bay Drive", and shall as soon as authorized by Miami-Dade County,
be known in and by the City of Aventura as NE 190t" Street and "Hidden Bay Drive." Upon
County approval, signs shall be made and installed above the present place declaring
such designation.
Section 3. Implementation. That the City Clerk is hereby directed to submit this
Resolution to Miami-Dade County and other appropriate agencies, and along with the
City Manager, take all action necessary to implement this Resolution.
City of Aventura Resolution No. 2023-
Section 4. Effective Date. That 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
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 7t" day of March, 2023.
HOWARD S. WEINBERG, ESQ.
MAYOR
ATTEST:
ELLISA L. HORVATH, MMC
CITY CLERK
APPROVED AS TO LEGAL SUFFICIENCY:
CITY ATTORNEY
This Resolution was filed in the Office of the City Clerk this day of , 2023.
CITY CLERK
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CITY OF "ENTURA
OFFICE OF THE CITY MANAGER
MEMORANDUM
TO: City Commission
FROM: Ronald J. Wasson, City Manager C-Y!;Q.
DATE: March 3, 2023
SUBJECT: Resolution Appointing Members to the Community Services Advisory
Board Due to Vacancies for the Remainder of the One-Year Terms
Ending in May 2023
March 7, 2023 City Commission Meeting Agenda
RECOMMENDATION
Due to vacancies, it is recommended that the City Commission adopt the attached
Resolution appointing the following individuals to serve as members of the Community
Services Advisory Board for the remainder of the one-year terms ending in May 2023:
Bruce Davidson
Donna Mairs
Jesse Potack
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me.
RJW/act
Attachment
CC03084-23
CITY OF AVENTURA RESOLUTION NO. 2023-
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
AVENTURA, FLORIDA, APPROVING THE APPOINTMENT OF THREE
MEMBERS TO THE CITY OF AVENTURA COMMUNITY SERVICES
ADVISORY BOARD DUE TO VACANCIES ON SAID BOARD FOR THE
REMAINDER OF THE ONE-YEAR TERMS ENDING IN MAY 2023; AND
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, Section 2-121 of the Aventura City Code provides for the creation of
the Community Services Advisory Board; and
WHEREAS, said section outlines that in the event of the resignation of any
member of the Board, the Mayor shall appoint a person to fill the vacancy on such Board
for the unexpired portion of the term of the member vacating such office, subject to
approval of the City Commission; and
WHEREAS, three members of the Community Services Advisory Board recently
resigned thereby creating three vacancies on the Board to be filled for the remainder of
one-year terms that will end in May 2023; and
WHEREAS, in accordance with the provisions of Section 3.11 of the Aventura City
Charter, the City Commission wishes to approve the Mayor's appointment of members to
the Community Services Advisory Board.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA, THAT:
Section 1. The City Commission hereby approves the appointment by the
Mayor of the following individuals to serve as members of the Community Services
Advisory Board for the remainder of the one-year terms, from March 2023 through May
2023:
Bruce Davidson
Donna Mairs
Jesse Potack
Section 2. This Resolution shall become effective immediately upon its
adoption.
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 March, 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
DATE: March 3, 2023
SUBJECT: Resolution Approving the Appointment of Two Voting Members to the
Don Soffer Aventura High School Advisory Board due to Vacancies
for the Remainder of the Two-Year Terms Ending in November 2023
March 7, 2023 City Commission Meeting Agenda
RECOMMENDATION
As discussed at the Workshop Meeting on February 23, 2023, it is recommended that the
City Commission adopt the attached Resolution approving the appointment of two voting
members to the Don Soffer Aventura High School Advisory Board due to vacancies for
the remainder of the two-year terms ending in November 2023:
Clifford B. Ain, CPA MST
Nadine M. Weltman Laham
If you have any questions please feel free to contact me.
RJW/act
Attachment
CC03085-23
CITY OF AVENTURA RESOLUTION NO. 2023-
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
AVENTURA, FLORIDA, APPROVING THE APPOINTMENT OF TWO
VOTING MEMBERS TO THE DON SOFFER AVENTURA HIGH
SCHOOL ADVISORY BOARD DUE TO VACANCIES ON SAID BOARD
FOR THE REMAINDER OF THE TWO-YEAR TERMS ENDING IN
NOVEMBER 2023; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, Section 2-218 of the Aventura City Code provides for the creation of
the Don Soffer Aventura High School Advisory Board; and
WHEREAS, said section outlines that in the event of the resignation of any
member of the Board, the Mayor shall appoint a person to fill the vacancy on such
Board for the unexpired portion of the term of the member vacating such office, subject
to approval of the City Commission; and
WHEREAS, two voting members of the Don Soffer Aventura High School
Advisory Board recently resigned thereby creating two vacancies on the Board to be
filled for the remainder of the two-year terms that will end in November 2023; and
WHEREAS, in accordance with the provisions of Section 3.11 of the Aventura
City Charter, the City Commission wishes to approve the Mayor's appointment of
members to the Don Soffer Aventura High School Advisory Board.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA, THAT:
Section 1. The City Commission hereby approves the appointment by the Mayor
of the following individuals to serve as voting members of the Don Soffer Aventura High
School Advisory Board for the remainder of the two-year terms, from March 2023
through November 2023:
Clifford B. Ain, CPA MST
Nadine M. Weltman Laham
Section 2. This Resolution shall become effective immediately upon its
adoption.
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 71" day of March, 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
PUBLIC WORKS/TRANSPORTATION DEPARTMENT
MEMORANDUM
TO: City Commission
FROM: Ronald J. Wasson, City Manager (9L
BY: Alan J. Levine, Assistant Director Public Works/Transportation
DATE: March 3, 2023
SUBJECT: Resolution Approving Contract to Garland/DBS Incorporated for the
Exterior Repairs of the Aventura Arts and Cultural Center
March 7, 2023 City Commission Meeting Agenda
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Commission approve the attached Resolution awarding
a contract for the exterior repairs of the Aventura Arts and Cultural Center ("AACC") with
Garland/DBS Incorporated.
BACKGROUND
During inspection of the AACC exterior it was determined that sections of the building
exterior need to be sealed to prevent water intrusion, which creates pockets of water
inside various areas of the AACC. The AACC is thirteen years old.
The City utilized a U.S. Communities Government Purchasing Alliance (US Communities)
Agreement which takes advantage of the multiple city partners. The benefit of being part
of the Cooperative Group is that it gives the City the best competitive pricing and
workmanship in that field.
The exterior process and specifications were established by Garland/DBS Incorporated,
our Cooperative partner, which meets the City's purchasing requirements. The following
bids were received from Garland/DBS Inc. through the US Communities Cooperative
Agreement:
Hartzell $ 119,833
Precision Painting $ 122,380
Green Glades $ 124,966
BUDGETIMPACT
The unanticipated expense of $119,833 is not budgeted and will be funded through
account 001-8070-575.62-08. A budget amendment will be prepared and presented to
the City Commission in April 2023.
The scope of work and costs are attached as Exhibit "A".
CITY OF AVENTURA RESOLUTION NO. 2023-
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
AVENTURA, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING PAYMENT TO GARLAND/DBS
INCORPORATED FOR THE EXTERIOR REPAIRS FOR THE AVENTURA
ARTS &CULTURAL CENTER FOR THE PRICE CONTAINED IN EXHIBIT
"A" ATTACHED; PROVIDING FOR IMPLEMENTATION; PROVIDING
FOR THE APPROPRIATION AND ALLOCATION OF FUNDS; AND
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the City of Aventura, has properly solicited and accordingly accepted
bids through the U. S. Communities Government Purchasing Alliance for the exterior
repairs of the AVENTURA ARTS & CULTURAL CENTER ("AACC"); and
WHEREAS, sealed bids have been submitted to and received by Garland/DBS
Incorporated ("Garland") for the project as cited above; and
WHEREAS, staff received three bids and has determined that Garland has
submitted the lowest responsible and responsive bid according to the City's purchasing
requirements for said project; and
WHEREAS, the City Commission, upon the recommendation of the City Manager,
is therefore desirous of approving funding in the amount set forth in the proposal
submitted by Garland for AACC repairs.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA:
Section 1. That agreement for the exterior repairs of the AVENTURA ARTS &
CULTURAL CENTER is hereby approved for Garland/DBS Incorporated, at the bid price
as contained in the attached bid documents.
Section 2. That the City Manager is hereby authorized to pay Garland in the
amount identified in the proposal consistent with the terms, conditions, and specifications
as enumerated in the bid specifications, and bid requirements.
Section 3. That the City Manager is hereby authorized and requested to take all
necessary and expedient action to carry out the aims of this Resolution.
Section 4. That the funds are to be allocated and appropriated pursuant hereto
from Budget Line Item Number 001-8070-575.62-08.
City of Aventura Resolution No. 2023-
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
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 7t" day of March, 2023.
HOWARD S. WEINBERG, ESQ.
MAYOR
ATTEST:
ELLISA L. HORVATH, MMC
CITY CLERK
APPROVED AS TO LEGAL SUFFICIENCY:
CITY ATTORNEY
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Garland/DBS, Inc.
3800 East 91st Street
Cleveland, OH 44105 D B S
me Phone: (800) 762-8225
since 1 895 Fax: (216) 883-2055
ROOFING MATERIAL AND SERVICES PROPOSAL
City of Aventura
AACC - Exterior Repairs
3385 NE 188th St.
Aventura, FL 33180
Date Submitted: 02/07/2023
Proposal #: 25-FL-220672
MICPA# PW1925
Florida General Contractor License #: CGC1517248
Purchase orders to be made out to: Garland/DBS, Inc.
Please Note: The following budgetlestimate is being provided according to the pricing established
under the Master Intergovernmental Cooperative Purchasing Agreement (MICPA)with Racine
County, WI and OMNIA Partners, Public Sector (U.S. Communities). The line item pricing
breakdown from Attachment C: Bid Form should be viewed as the maximum price an agency will be
charged under the agreement. Garland/DBS, Inc. administered an informal competitive process for
obtaining quotes for the project with the hopes of providing a lower market-adjusted price whenever
possible.
Scope of Work:
1. SEAL ALL SURFACE MOUNTED COUNTER FLASHING LAPS AND CORNERS USING TUFF
STUFF MS.
2. SEAL ALL WALL PENETRATIONS, DOORS, THRESHOLDS ETC. USING TUFF STUFF MS.
3. SEAL THE CORNERS OF PARAPET WALLS USING GREENLOCK XL. CREATE A 45 DEGREE
ANGLE AND EXTEND UP THE ENTIRE VERTICAL OF THE WALL.
4. SEAL ALL WALL CONTROL JOINTS WITH GREENLOCK XL. REPAINT THE SELECTED
WALLS FOLLOWING THE SPECIFICATIONS I DETAILS PROVIDED.
5. SOUND OUT ALL WALLS THAT HAVE BEEN INCLUDED IN THE SCOPE OF WORK TO
IDENTIFY DELAMINATED STUCCO. MARK FOR APPROVAL.
6. INCLUDE STUCCO REPLACEMENT AS SPECIFIED HEREIN. INCLUDE 2 COATS OF TUFF
COAT, CUSTOM COLOR. SPRAY APPLICATION WITH BACK ROLL TECHNIQUE IS
REQUIRED.
7. WET GLAZE AND SEAL THE WINDOWS LOCATED ON THE EAST SIDE. (IDENTIFIED AT THE
PRE-BID.
8. INSTALL RMER EDGE COPING, INCLUDING WOOD NAILER AND RMER SEAL
UNDERLAYMENT ON THE PARAPET WALLS IDENTIFIED HEREIN.
9. INLCUDE 3 COATS OF TUFF COAT ON THE TOPS OF ALL PARAPET WALLS THAT DO NOT
RECEIVE COPING.
10. SEAL THE TOP OF ALL EXISTING COPING USING UNI BOND AND CPR BASE COAT. 2
COATS ARE REQUIRED IN THE AREA OF THE REPAIR.
11. REINSTALL LIGHTNING PROTECTION.
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Garland/DBS Price Based U on Local Market Competition:
Precision Painting $ 122,380
Green Glades $ 124,966
Unforeseen Site Conditions:
Additional Stucco Replacement $ 25.08 per Sq. Ft.
Hurricane Demobolization Cost $ 2,280.00 each
Potential issues that could arise during the construction phase of the project will be addressed via
unit pricing for additional work beyond the scope of the specifications. This could range anywhere
from wet insulation, to the replacement of deteriorated wood nailers.
Please Note—The construction industry is experiencing unprecedented global pricing and
availability pressures for many key building components. Specifically, the roofing industry is
currently experiencing long lead times and significant price increases with roofing insulation and
roofing fasteners. Therefore, this proposal can only be held for 30 days. DBS greatly values your
business, and we are working diligently with our long-term suppliers to minimize price increases
and project delays which could effect your project. Thank you for your understanding and
cooperation.
Clarifications/Exclusions:
1. Sales and use taxes are excluded. Please issue a Tax Exempt Certificate.
2. Permits are excluded.
3. Bonds are included.
4. Plumbing, Mechanical, Electrical work is excluded.
5_ Masonry work is excluded.
6, Interior Temporary protection is excluded.
7. Prevailing Wages are excluded.
8. Any work not exclusively described in the above proposal scope of work is excluded.
9. Hurricane Demobolization cost are not included.
If you have any questions regarding this proposal, please do not hesitate to call me at my number
listed below.
Respectfully Submitted,
A P
Joshua Perry
Garland/DBS, Inc.
(216) 430-3635
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CITY OF "ENTURA
OFFICE OF THE CITY MANAGER
MEMORANDUM
TO: City Commission
FROM: Ronald J. Wasson, City Manager
DATE: March 3, 2023
SUBJECT: Resolution Approving the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA)
Purchase of Audio-Visual Upgrades for the Commission Chambers
March 7, 2023 City Commission Meeting
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Commission adopt the attached Resolution allowing the
City Manager to execute an agreement with Innovate Audio Visual, Inc., for the purchase
of A/V equipment to upgrade the Commission Chambers.
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 Act grant
funding.
This project will replace and upgrade the existing speakers in the Commission Chambers
and provide a video wall behind the dais to enhance the audience's view during a
meeting.
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 Commission Chamber Upgrades is $94,103.50.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me.
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Attachment
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City of Aventura Commission Chambers
Audio Enhancement Quote: COA-071522
Carlos Fernandez
19200 W Country Club Drive
Aventura FL 33180
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Presented By:
Innovate Audio Visual, Inc.
INNATE-RV 3460 Fairlane Farms Road, Suite 13
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Wellington, FL. 33414
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Audio
Qty: 20 SPEAKERCRAFTAIM272 Unit Price: $235.00
AIM 7 TWO Series 2 Speaker, 15 Degree Pivoting 7" Ext Price: $4,700.00
Glass Fiber Cone Woofer, 15 Degree Pivoting & 359
Degree Rotational ARC Tweeter Array Incorporating
(4) —5/8" Silk Dome Tweeters (8-1/4" Opening
Needed)
SPEAKERCRAFT Qty: 20 SPEAKERCRAFT AIM272-BRACKET **Accessory**
AIM272 Rear Bridge Bracket Unit Price: $49.00
Ext Price: $980.00
Qty: 2 POWERSOFT MEZZO 604 AD Unit Price: $1,475.00
® 600W/4-channel Compact Amplifier with DSP and Ext Price: $2,950.00
Dante
Qty: 10 Soundtube SM31-EZ-BK Unit Price: $80.00
3" Full Range Surface Mount Speaker in Black Ext Price: $800.00
Qty: 10 SOUNDTUBE AC-SM31-XFM R Unit Price: $35.00
Transformer for the SM31 Ext Price: $350.00
Hardware
Misc. Hardwa
Qty: 1 RDL DB-XLR3M Unit Price: $20.00
XLR 3-pin Male Jack on Decora Wall Plate (Media Ext Price: $20.00
Feed)
Qty: 3 IAV IAV-AMZ-JH-25 Unit Price: $69.00
1 5/16" Heavy Duty Metal Cable &Wire Support Ext Price: $207.00
Batwing J-Hook Hangers with Bat Wing Clip
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Qty: 2 LIBERTY 16-2C-P-BLK Unit Price: $339.00
COMMERCIAL 16/2 CMP BLACK,1000' Ext Price: $678.00
Qty: 1 LIBERTY 24-4P-P-L6-EN-BLK500 Unit Price: $469.00
CAT6 550 23/4P UTP CMP BLACK Ext Price: $469.00
Qty: 1 IAV MISC-HRD Unit Price: $750.00
I-AV Equipment rental Ext Price: $750.00
AV Qty: 1 IAV MISC-HRD Unit Price: $1,100.00
Misc. Cables, Connectors and Hardware Ext Price: $1,100.00
Labo
Qty: 1 Project Labor Unit Price: $16,610.00
I-AV Project Labor Ext Price: $16,610.00
Shipping r.
Qty: 1 IAV IAV-SHP Unit Price: $1,075.00
Shipping Inbound Ext Price: $1,075.00
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Qty: 1 IAV IAV-NOTES
Pricing in conjunction with TIPS contract#200904.
Qty: 1 IAV IAV-NOTES
Pricing is good for 30 days.
Proposal Summary
Grand Total: $30,689.00
Payment Schedule
Due to worldwide back order and delays, product will be delivered $30,689.00
and invoiced monthly until project is completed.:
Signature Date
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Carlos Fernandez
19200 W Country Club Drive
Aventura FL 33180
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Presented By:
Innovate Audio Visual, Inc.
INNOVATE-Al+l 3460 Fairlane Farms Road, Suite 13
Audio Visual O at ion
Wellington, FL. 33414
Display
Displ
Qty: 1 LG LAEC015-GN Unit Price: $41,995.00
d LED All-in-One Smart Series, 136" Diagonal Display, Ext Price: $41,995.00
1920x1080 Resolution, 1.56mm Pixel Pitch, 500 Nits
Bright. 118"x 66.6"x 3"
Qty: 1 CRESTRON DM-NVX-360 Unit Price: $1,250.00
DM NVX 4K60 4:4:4 HDR Network AV Ext Price: $1,250.00
"riL Encoder/Decoder
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Misc. Hardwar
Qty: 1 IAV MISC-HRD Unit Price: $1,200.00
Misc. Cables, Connectors and Hardware Ext Price: $1,200.00
Qty: 1 LIBERTY 24-4P-P-L6-EN-BLK500 Unit Price: $469.00
CAT6 550 23/4P UTP CMP BLACK Ext Price: $469.00
Qty: 1 IAV IAV-AMZ-JH-25 Unit Price: $69.00
1 5/16" Heavy Duty Metal Cable &Wire Support Ext Price: $69.00
Batwing J-Hook Hangers with Bat Wing Clip
Qty: 1 IAV IAV-4K-HDMI-2M Unit Price: $21.50
4K Certified HDMI Cable 2M (6.5 ft.) Ext Price: $21.50
Lab
Qty: 1 Project Labor Unit Price: $15,710.00
I-AV Project Labor Ext Price: $15,710.00
Shipping
Qty: 1 IAV IAV-SHP Unit Price: $2,700.00
—qO Shipping Inbound Ext Price: $2,700.00
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Qty: 1 IAV IAV-NOTES
Pricing in conjunction with TIPS contract#200904.
Qty: 1 IAV IAV-NOTES
Wall structure to be built out to flatten curve by others.
Qty: 1 IAV IAV-NOTES
Pricing is good for 30 days.
Proposal Summary
Grand Total: $63,414.50
Payment Schedule
Due to worldwide back order and delays, product will be delivered $63,414.50
and invoiced monthly until project is completed.:
Signature Date
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
AUDIO-VISUAL EQUIPMENT TO UPGRADE THE COMMISSION
CHAMBERS; 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 upgraded audio-visual equipment for the City Commission
Chambers; and
WHEREAS, the City Manager has identified for purchase upgraded speakers and
a video wall,which will be located behind the dais in the Commission Chambers to benefit
those who attend City Commission meetings and is requesting approval from the City
Commission to finalize this purchase; and
WHEREAS, the City Commission finds that the purchase of these speakers and
the 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 audio-visual equipment, which includes better speakers and a video wall
behind the dais in the Commission Chambers, 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.
Section 4. Effective Date. That this Resolution shall take effect immediately
upon its passage and adoption.
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 March 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 (9L
DATE: March 3, 2023
SUBJECT: Resolution Approving the Emergency Replacement of the
Government Center Air Conditioning Chillers
March 7, 2023 City Commission Meeting Agenda
RECOMMENDATION
As discussed at the Workshop Meeting on February 23, 2023, it is recommended that the
City Commission adopt the attached Resolution approving the emergency replacement
of the HVAC chiller units for the rooftop at the Government Center. Over the past 12
months, we had to patch and repair various parts of the chiller and computer components
for the system to operate properly. The overall wear and tear on these units are causing
the units to run less efficiently and the overall support structure is weakening. They are
due for replacement.
BACKGROUND
Both units were installed in 2010. Components included new circuit boards, coil coating,
and controls for the PC workstations. We replaced the blower fans two years ago so that
part of the system is new and will not be due for replacement until 2035. The existing
chiller units were not coated properly for coastal climate conditions. Normally, a properly
coated system should have a 20-year life span. We currently have a Carrier System and
would need to replace it with the same system in order to utilize the connection and saddle
(what the units sit on), which will keep the cost down. Due to a long lead time for these
units to be built, approximately 18 months, we need to move forward and begin the
replacement process now.
The estimated cost for the replacement is 1.6 million dollars.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me.
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AttachmentCC03088-23
CITY OF AVENTURA RESOLUTION NO. 2023-
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
AVENTURA, FLORIDA, APPROVING THE EXPENDITURE OF FUNDS
FOR AN EMERGENCY PURCHASE OF CARRIER BRAND HVAC
CHILLER UNITS LOCATED ON THE GOVERNMENT CENTER
ROOFTOP; AUTHORIZING THE MANAGER TO ACCESS A
COOPERATIVE PURCHASING AGREEMENT TO OBTAIN THE MOST
COMPETITIVE PRICE; PROVIDING FOR IMPLEMENTATION;
PROVIDING FOR THE APPROPRIATION AND ALLOCATION OF
FUNDS; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the City purchased Carrier System HVAC chiller units for installation
on the rooftop of the Government Center in 2010; and
WHEREAS, the existing chiller units were not properly coated to account for
coastal climate conditions and the City has undertaken repairs during the last twelve
months to different parts of the chiller as well as computer components for the HVAC
system to operate properly; and
WHEREAS, the recent repairs are not having the desired effect and are causing
the chillers to operate inefficiently, resulting in a weakening of the overall support
structure; and
WHEREAS, the City Manager is recommending that the HVAC chiller units must
be replaced immediately in order for the HVAC system to operate at maximum capacity;
and
WHEREAS, the City Manager will obtain the most competitive pricing for these
units by utilizing a government cooperative purchasing agreement; and
WHEREAS, staff is aware that this project is a non-budgeted expenditure and will
be appropriated in a mid-year budget amendment; and
WHEREAS, the City Commission, upon the recommendation of the City Manager,
is therefore desirous of approving the emergency purchase of the chiller units.
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 emergency purchase of Carrier-brand HVAC chiller units for installation on the
City of Aventura Resolution No. 2023-
Government Center rooftop through a government purchasing cooperative at a price not
to exceed $1.6 million.
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 A. Kruss
Commissioner Dr. Linda Marks
Commissioner Michael Stern
Vice Mayor Billy Joel
Mayor Howard S. Weinberg
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 7t" day of March 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 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.
City of Aventura Ordinance No. 2023-
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 Kruss, who moved its
adoption on first reading. This motion was seconded by Commissioner Bloom 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 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 Resolution)
(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 Friedland, 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 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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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 Vice Mayor Joel, who moved its adoption on first
reading. This motion was seconded by Commissioner Kruss 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 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
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
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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CITY OF AVENTURA ORDINANCE NO. 2023-
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.
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
WHEREAS, 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.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF
THE CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA, AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Recitals Incorporated. That each of the above-stated recitals are
hereby adopted and confirmed.
Section 2. City Code Amended. That Chapter 14 "Buildings and Building
Regulations," of the City Code of Ordinances is hereby amended to read as follows':
Chapter 14 — Buildings and Building Regulations
ARTICLE I —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:
engineeringreports(a)-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 II — 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. 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
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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 Stern, who moved its
adoption on first reading. This motion was seconded by Commissioner Bloom 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
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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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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