04-08-2025 City Commission Regular Meeting AgendaCITY OF AVENTURA
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19200 West Country Club Drive
Aventura, FL 33180
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CITY COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
Apri18, 2025
6:00 p.m.
Aventura Government Center
Commission Chambers
City Commission
Mayor Howard S. Weinberg, Esq.
Vice Mayor Rachel S. Friedland, Esq.
Commissioner Clifford B. Ain
Commissioner Gustavo Blachman
Commissioner Amit Bloom
Commissioner Paul A. Kruss
Commissioner Cindy Orlinsky
City Manager Bryan Pegues
City Clerk Ellisa L. Horvath, MMC
City Attorneys Weiss Serota Helfman Cole & Bierman
Aventura City Commission Regular Meeting Agenda April 8, 2025
CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. AGENDA: Request for Deletions/Emergency Additions
4. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS:
• Proclamations
• Special Recognitions
• Employee Service Awards — None
• Presentation — Aventura Police Explorers
5. CONSENT AGENDA: 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:
March 4, 2025 City Commission Regular Meeting
March 20, 2025 City Commission Regular Workshop
B. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA,
SELECTING ZENUN GROUP, INC. D/B/A NUNEZ TENNIS TRAINING FOR PROFESSIONAL
TENNIS AND PICKLEBALL PROGRAM MANAGEMENT AND COURT MAINTENANCE
SERVICES PURSUANT TO RFP 2025-01; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO
NEGOTIATE AND EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT; PROVIDING FOR IMPLEMENTATION; AND
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
C. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA,
APPROVING THE EXPENDITURE OF FUNDS BY THE CITY MANAGER FOR EMERGENCY
PURCHASES AUTHORIZED BY SECTION 2-252(D) OF THE CITY CODE FOR AN 80-TON
CHILLER FOR THE CITY OF AVENTURA ARTS AND CULTURAL CENTER; PROVIDING
FOR IMPLEMENTATION; PROVIDING FOR THE APPROPRIATION AND ALLOCATION OF
FUNDS; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
6. ZONING HEARINGS — QUASI-JUDICIAL PUBLIC HEARINGS:
Please be advised that the following items as indicated on the Commission agenda are zoning hearings and
are quasi-judicial in nature. As such, the quasi-judicial procedures of the City shall be invoked for these
items. If you wish to object or comment upon these items, please inform the Mayor when public comments
are requested. An opportunity for persons to speak on these items will be made available after the applicant
and staff have made their presentations on the items. All testimony, including public testimony and
evidence, will be made under oath or affirmation for these quasi-judicial items. Additionally, each person
who gives testimony may be subject to cross-examination. If you refuse either to be cross-examined or to
be sworn, your testimony will be given its due weight. The general public will not be permitted to cross-
examine witnesses, but the public may request the Commission to ask questions of staff or witnesses on
their behalf. Persons representing organizations must present evidence of their authority to speak for the
organization. Further details of the quasi-judicial procedures may be obtained from the Clerk.
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April 8, 2025
RESOLUTION/PUBLIC HEARING:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA,
GRANTING APPROVAL OF SIGN GRAPHICS CRITERIA PURSUANT TO SECTION 31-191(1)(1)
OF THE AVENTURA CITY CODE OF ORDINANCES FOR THE MULTI -TENANT CENTER
KNOWN AS CENTTRAL AVENTURA LOCATED AT 20955 BISCAYNE BOULEVARD;
PROVIDING FOR IMPLEMENTATION; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Note: The Quasi -Judicial procedures of the City shall be invoked for this item.
7. ORDINANCES — FIRST READING/PUBLIC HEARINGS:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA,
AMENDING SECTION 48-46 OF THE CITY'S CODE OF ORDINANCES TO AUTHORIZE THE
PLACEMENT, INSTALLATION, AND OPERATION OF SPEED DETECTION SYSTEMS AT
THE TURNBERRY JEWISH CENTER AND TAUBER ACADEMY SCHOOL ZONE;
PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS, SEVERABILITY, CODIFICATION, AND AN EFFECTIVE
DATE.
8. ORDINANCES — SECOND READING/PUBLIC HEARINGS: None.
9. RESOLUTIONS/PUBLIC INPUT:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA,
AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 2016-49 WHICH REVISED THE STORMWATER UTILITY
FEE TO BE CHARGED FOR EACH EQUIVALENT RESIDENTIAL UNIT; AUTHORIZING THE
CITY MANAGER TO ALL THINGS NECESSARY TO CARRY OUT THE AIMS OF THIS
RESOLUTION; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
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 — APRILI7, 2025 AT 9 AM
COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING — MAY 6, 2025 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 AVENTURA
OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK
MEMORANDUM
TO: City Commission
FROM: Ellisa L. Horvath, MMC, City Clerk
DATE: April 4, 2025
SUBJECT: Approval of Minutes
April 8, 2025 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 as listed below.
BACKGROUND
Meetings were held and minutes have been provided for Commission approval for the
following:
• March 4, 2025 City Commission Regular Meeting
• March 20, 2025 City Commission Regular Workshop
Should you have any questions, please contact me.
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AVENTURA CITY COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
MARCH 4, 2025
6:00 p.m.
Aventura Government Center
19200 W. Country Club Drive
Aventura, FL 33180
1. CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL: The meeting was called to order by Mayor
Weinberg at 6:09 p.m. The roll was called and the following were present: Mayor Howard
S. Weinberg, Vice Mayor Rachel S. Friedland, Commissioner Clifford B. Ain,
Commissioner Gustavo Blachman, Commissioner Amit Bloom, Commissioner Paul A.
Kruss, Commissioner Cindy Orlinsky, City Manager Bryan Pegues, 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 Miami -Dade County
Commissioner Micky Steinberg.
3. AGENDA: REQUESTS FOR DELETIONS/EMERGENCY ADDITIONS: None.
4. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS:
• Proclamations:
An Aventura proclamation was presented to Dr. Pradeep Vanguri, President
of The Athletic Trainers' Association of Florida, for National Athletic Training
Month (March 2025).
Miami -Dade County Commissioner Micky Steinberg presented Randy Stern
with a proclamation for Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month (March 2025)
in honor of her husband, former Commissioner Michael Stern.
An Aventura proclamation was also presented to Randy Stern for Colorectal
Cancer Awareness Month (March 2025) in honor of her husband, former
Commissioner Michael Stern, followed by remarks by Commissioner Bloom
on continuing Commissioner Stern's work on educating the public about the
importance of early screening.
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Special Recognitions: A Certificate of Special Recognition was presented
to Daniela Marquez in recognition of uncovering fraudulent activity within
the community. A Certificate of Special Recognition was presented to
Carlos (Carlitos) Pardo in recognition of an inspirational crossing line finish
at a recent walkathon in Aventura.
Employee Service Awards: A special recognition certificate and
appreciation item was presented to Police Sergeant Joseph Antelo (15
years).
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
Bloom, seconded by Commissioner Ain, and passed unanimously by roll call vote. The
following action was taken:
A. Minutes approved as follows:
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
• February 4, 2025 City Commission Regular Meeting
• February 20, 2025 City Commission Regular Workshop
B. Resolution No. 2025-17 adopted as follows:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA
URGING THE FLORIDA STATE LEGISLATURE TO ENACT LEGISLATION TO PROVIDE A
PUBLIC RECORDS EXEMPTION FOR MUNICIPAL CLERKS AND EMPLOYEES WHO
PERFORM MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS WORK OR HAVE ANY PART IN CODE
ENFORCEMENT FUNCTIONS OF A CITY; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
C. Resolution No. 2025-18 adopted as follows:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA
DECLARING CERTAIN PROPERTY LISTED UNDER THE ASSETS OF THE CITY AS
SURPLUS TO THE NEEDS OF THE CITY; DESCRIBING THE MANNER OF DISPOSAL;
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO DO ALL THINGS NECESSARY TO CARRY OUT
THE AIMS OF THIS RESOLUTION; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
D. Resolution No. 2025-19 adopted as follows:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF AVENTURA FLORIDA,
AUTHORIZING THE USE OF THE CITY SEAL IN CONNECTION WITH THE PROMOTION
OF THE MAY 21, 2025 BROWARD PERFORMING ARTS CENTER AM YISRAEL CHAI GALA
NIGHT CONCERT AS LONG AS THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS ARE MET: 1) OTHER
LOCAL GOVERNMENTS DEMONSTRATE SIMILAR SUPPORT FOR THE CONCERT AND
2) A SUITABLE 501(C)(3) NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION ENTITLED TO A PERCENTAGE
OF CONCERT PROCEEDS IS PROPERLY IDENTIFIED AND FURNISHED TO THE CITY
PRIOR TO THE DISTRIBUTION OF ANY PROMOTIONAL MATERIALS BEARING THE CITY
SEAL; PROVIDING FOR IMPLEMENTATION; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
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E. Resolution No. 2025-20 adopted as follows:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA,
REVISING CHAPTER 6.6 OF THE ADMINISTRATIVE POLICY DIRECTIVES AND
PROCEDURES MANUAL, AS ATTACHED HERETO, ENTITLED "INVESTMENT
OBJECTIVES AND PARAMETERS" RELATING TO THE CITY'S INVESTMENT POLICY FOR
THE MANAGEMENT OF PUBLIC FUNDS; 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 for Items 6B-6E and 6G and Mrs. Horvath
administered the oath to all those wishing to offer testimony on the items. Mayor Weinberg
disclosed reaching out to the owner of the property as far back as 2022 regarding land
for a new school. No additional disclosures of ex parte communications were provided by
members of the City Commission.
ORDINANCES — SECOND READING/PUBLIC HEARINGS:
Mrs. Horvath read the following Ordinance title:
A. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 31,
"LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS" OF THE CITY CODE OF ORDINANCES BY
AMENDING SECTION 31-145, "TOWN CENTER ZONING DISTRICTS", TO CREATE
SECTION 31-145(f) "TOWN CENTER NORTH PLANNED DEVELOPMENT (TC5) DISTRICT"
TO PROVIDE FOR A NEW ZONING DISTRICT AND RELATED REGULATIONS AND
STANDARDS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR INCLUSION IN THE
CODE; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
A motion to recommend adoption of the Ordinance was offered by Commissioner Kruss
and seconded by Commissioner Bloom.
Community Development Director Keven Klopp entered the staff report into the record,
which recommended approval, and reviewed the item including the following: School Site
(generally), Background, Tonight's Hearings, Comprehensive Plan, Zoning of TC5, and
Development Agreement.
Mayor Weinberg opened the public hearing. There being no speakers, the public hearing
was closed.
No comments were provided by the City Commission.
The motion to approve the Ordinance passed unanimously by roll call vote; thus
becoming Ordinance No. 2025-02.
Mrs. Horvath read the following Ordinance title:
B. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA, APPROVING A SMALL SCALE
AMENDMENT TO THE FUTURE LAND USE MAP OF THE CITY OF AVENTURA
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COMPREHENSIVE PLAN PURSUANT TO SECTION 163.3187, FLORIDA STATUTES, TO
REDESIGNATE AN APPROXIMATE 26.5 ACRE TRACT OF LAND ON THE NORTHEAST
CORNER OF BISCAYNE BOULEVARD AND NE 213 STREET, IDENTIFIED BY FOLIO
NUMBERS 28-1234-019-0011 AND 28-1234-019-0021, FROM "BUSINESS AND OFFICE" TO
"TOWN CENTER"; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY;
PROVIDING FOR INCLUSION IN THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN; AND PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
Note: The Quasi -Judicial procedures of the City shall be invoked for this item (613).
A motion to recommend adoption of the Ordinance was offered by Commissioner Ain and
seconded by Commissioner Blachman.
Community Development Director Keven Klopp entered the staff report into the record,
which recommended approval, and reviewed the item including the following: School Site
(generally), Background, Tonight's Hearings, Comprehensive Plan, Zoning of TC5, and
Development Agreement.
The testimony as provided at the October 17, 2024 Local Planning Agency Meeting and
City Commission Special Meeting was incorporated into the record by reference.
Mayor Weinberg opened the public hearing. There being no speakers, the public hearing
was closed.
No comments were provided by the City Commission.
The motion to approve the Ordinance passed unanimously by roll call vote; thus
becoming Ordinance No. 2025-03.
Mrs. Horvath read the following Ordinance title:
C. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA, AMENDING THE OFFICIAL
ZONING MAP BY CHANGING THE ZONING DESIGNATION OF AN APPROXIMATE 26.5
ACRE TRACT OF LAND ON THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF BISCAYNE BOULEVARD AND
NE 213 STREET IDENTIFIED BY FOLIO NUMBERS 28-1234-019-0011 AND 28-1234-019-
0021, FROM "COMMUNITY BUSINESS DISTRICT (B2)" AND "MEDICAL OFFICE DISTRICT
(MO)", TO "TOWN CENTER NORTH PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT (TC5)";
PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR INCLUSION IN THE CODE; AND
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Note: The Quasi -Judicial procedures of the City shall be invoked for this item (6C)
A motion to recommend adoption of the Ordinance was offered by Commissioner
Blachman and seconded by Commissioner Kruss.
Community Development Director Keven Klopp entered the staff report into the record,
which recommended approval, and reviewed the item including the following: School Site
(generally), Background, Tonight's Hearings, Comprehensive Plan, Zoning of TC5, and
Development Agreement.
The testimony as provided at the October 17, 2024 Local Planning Agency Meeting and
City Commission Special Meeting was incorporated into the record by reference.
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No comments were provided by the applicant, Michael J. Marrero, Esq. c/o Bercow Radell
Fernandez Larkin & Tapanes (200 S. Biscayne Blvd., Suite 300, Miami).
Mayor Weinberg opened the public hearing. There being no speakers, the public hearing
was closed.
No comments were provided by the City Commission.
The motion to approve the Ordinance passed unanimously by roll call vote; thus
becoming Ordinance No. 2025-04.
Mrs. Horvath read the following Ordinance title:
D. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA, AMENDING THE OFFICIAL
ZONING MAP BY CHANGING THE ZONING DESIGNATION OF AN APPROXIMATE 3.7
ACRE TRACT OF LAND EAST OF THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF BISCAYNE
BOULEVARD AND NE 213 STREET, DEPICTED ON THE LOCATION MAP IN EXHIBIT "1"
AND LEGALLY DESCRIBED IN EXHIBIT "2", FROM "MEDICAL OFFICE DISTRICT (MO)",
TO "COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT (CF)"; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY;
PROVIDING FOR INCLUSION IN THE CODE; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Note: The Quasi -Judicial procedures of the City shall be invoked for this item (61D).
A motion to recommend adoption of the Ordinance was offered by Commissioner Bloom
and seconded by Commissioner Orlinsky.
Community Development Director Keven Klopp entered the staff report into the record,
which recommended approval, and reviewed the item including the following: School Site
(generally), Background, Tonight's Hearings, Comprehensive Plan, Zoning of TC5, and
Development Agreement.
The testimony as provided at the October 17, 2024 Local Planning Agency Meeting and
City Commission Special Meeting was incorporated into the record by reference.
Mayor Weinberg opened the public hearing. There being no speakers, the public hearing
was closed.
No comments were provided by the City Commission.
The motion to approve the Ordinance passed unanimously by roll call vote; thus
becoming Ordinance No. 2025-05.
RESOLUTIONS/PUBLIC HEARINGS:
Mrs. Horvath read the following Resolution title:
E. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA,
APPROVING PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 163 FLORIDA STATUTES, A SECOND
AMENDMENT, ATTACHED TO THIS RESOLUTION AS EXHIBIT "A", TO THE
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DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT MADE BETWEEN GULFSTREAM PARK RACING
ASSOCIATION INC. AS DEVELOPER AND THE CITY OF AVENTURA, DATED NOVEMBER
8, 2006 AND FIRST AMENDED ON DECEMBER 21, 2017, TO EXTEND THE TERM OF THE
AGREEMENT TO MARCH 4, 2055, TO ALLOW FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF 1,633
RESIDENTIAL UNITS, BUILDINGS OF 30 STORIES, NON-RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT
OF 150,000 SQUARE FEET OF OFFICE, 300 HOTEL ROOMS, 300,000 SQUARE FEET OF
COMMERCIAL USES, A COMMERCIAL FLOOR AREA RATIO OF 2.0, A LAND USE TRADE-
OFF EQUIVALENCY MATRIX SETTING A MAXIMUM TRAFFIC GENERATION LIMIT, AND
THREE UNRESTRICTED ROADWAY ACCESS POINTS TO NE 213 STREET, ALL
RELATING TO TWO PARCELS OF LAND TOTALING APPROXIMATELY 26.5 ACRES AND
LEGALLY DESCRIBED IN EXHIBIT "B", LOCATED ON THE NORTH SIDE OF NE 213
STREET EAST OF BISCAYNE BOULEVARD, CITY OF AVENTURA; AUTHORIZING THE
CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE AGREEMENT ON BEHALF OF THE CITY; PROVIDING
FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Note: The Quasi -Judicial procedures of the City shall be invoked for this item (6E).
A motion to recommend adoption of the Resolution was offered by Commissioner
Blachman and seconded by Commissioner Ain.
Mr. Meyers noted that the motion included the clarifying language as distributed at the
meeting.
Community Development Director Keven Klopp entered the staff report into the record,
which recommended approval, and reviewed the item.
The testimony as provided at the February 20, 2025 Local Planning Agency Meeting was
incorporated into the record by reference.
No comments were provided by the requestor, Gulfstream Park Racing Association, Inc.
Mayor Weinberg opened the public hearing. There being no speakers, the public hearing
was closed.
No comments were provided by the City Commission.
The motion to approve the Resolution passed unanimously by roll call vote; thus
becoming Resolution No. 2025-21.
Mrs. Horvath read the following Resolution title:
F. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA,
APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE DECLARATION OF COVENANT WITH
GULFSTREAM PARK RACING ASSOCIATION, INC. REGARDING VEHICULAR ACCESS
FROM N.E. 213 STREET TO GULFSTREAM PARK PROPERTIES; AUTHORIZING THE
CITY MANAGER TO FINALIZE AND EXECUTE THE AMENDMENT TO COVENANT;
PROVIDING FOR IMPLEMENTATION; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
A motion to recommend adoption of the Resolution was offered by Commissioner Kruss
and seconded by Commissioner Bloom.
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Community Development Director Keven Klopp entered the staff report into the record,
which recommended approval, and reviewed the item.
Mayor Weinberg opened the public hearing. There being no speakers, the public hearing
was closed.
No comments were provided by the City Commission.
The motion to approve the Resolution passed unanimously by roll call vote; thus
becoming Resolution No. 2025-22.
Mrs. Horvath read the following Resolution title:
G. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA,
APPROVING A SIGN VARIANCE FROM SECTION 31-191 (J)(2)(F) OF THE CITY'S LAND
DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS TO PERMIT A WALL SIGN ON AN ELEVATION FACING
AN ADJACENT RESIDENTIALLY ZONED PROPERTY; APPROVING A VARIANCE FROM
SECTION 31-191(J)7 OF THE CITY'S LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS TO PERMIT
DIRECTIONAL SIGNS OF FIVE SQUARE FEET WHEN THE MAXIMUM ALLOWED AREA IS
FOUR SQUARE FEET, FOR BELMONT VILLAGE SENIOR LIVING, LOCATED AT 3150
YACHT CLUB WAY; PROVIDING FOR IMPLEMENTATION; AND PROVIDING AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
Note: The Quasi -Judicial procedures of the City shall be invoked for this item (6G).
A motion to recommend adoption of the Resolution was offered by Vice Mayor Friedland
and seconded by Commissioner Orlinsky.
Community Development Director Keven Klopp entered the staff report into the record,
which recommended approval, and reviewed the item.
No comments were provided by the applicant, Michael J. Marrero, Esq. c/o Bercow Radell
Fernandez Larkin & Tapanes (200 S. Biscayne Blvd., Suite 300, Miami) on behalf of
Belmont Village Aventura Property Owner LLC.
Mayor Weinberg opened the public hearing. There being no speakers, the public hearing
was closed.
No comments were provided by the City Commission.
The motion to approve the Resolution passed unanimously by roll call vote; thus
becoming Resolution No. 2025-23.
7. ORDINANCES — FIRST READING/PUBLIC HEARINGS: None.
8. ORDINANCES — SECOND READING/PUBLIC HEARINGS: None.
9. RESOLUTION/PUBLIC INPUT: Mrs. Horvath read the following Resolution title:
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A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA,
AUTHORIZING THE WAIVER OF THE FEES ASSOCIATED WITH THE RENTAL OF THE
AVENTURA ARTS AND CULTURAL CENTER FOR THE YOUNG STARS SHOWCASE
SPONSORED BY THE AVENTURA MARKETING COUNCIL IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO
EXCEED $9,000; PROVIDING FOR IMPLEMENTATION; AND PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
A motion to recommend adoption of the Resolution was offered by Commissioner Kruss
and seconded by Commissioner Bloom.
Mr. Pegues reviewed the item including the waiver of rental and labor fees.
Mayor Weinberg opened the public hearing. There being no speakers, the public hearing
was closed.
No comments were provided by the City Commission.
The motion to approve the Resolution passed unanimously by roll call vote; thus
becoming Resolution No. 2025-24.
10. REPORTS:
Commissioner Kruss noted the orange balloons on display in support of peace and
representing the loss of life of the Bibas children in Israel.
Commissioner Orlinsky thanked all participants of the 7th annual Ellie's Army Walkathon
in Aventura.
11. PUBLIC COMMENTS: No comments were provided by members of the public.
12. OTHER BUSINESS: None.
13. ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business to come before the
Commission, a motion to adjourn was offered by Commissioner Bloom, seconded by
Commissioner Ain, and unanimously approved; thus, adjourning the meeting at 7.16 p.m.
Ellisa L. Horvath, MMC, City Clerk
Approved by the City Commission on April 8, 2025.
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AVENTURA CITY COMMISSION
REGULAR WORKSHOP MINUTES
MARCH 20, 2025
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
9:07 a.m. The following were present: Mayor Howard S. Weinberg, Vice Mayor Rachel S.
Friedland, Commissioner Clifford B. Ain, Commissioner Gustavo Blachman,
Commissioner Amit Bloom, Commissioner Paul A. Kruss, Commissioner Cindy Orlinsky,
City Manager Bryan Pegues, 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 Vice Mayor Friedland.
3. Proposed Aventura Square Outparcel Redevelopment — 19145 Biscayne
Blvd. (City Manager): Mr. Pegues and Community Development Director Keven Klopp
briefly introduced the item.
Rachel Marshall (Vice President, Director of Operations & Architect — API+ Architects),
and Paula Henrique (Senior Project Manager — Regency Centers) provided information
on the redevelopment proposal including the following: Project Overview, Overall Site
Plan, Site Plan, Existing Building, Proposed Building, Variance Request, and Conclusion.
It was reported that the current building would be demolished and replaced with a 2,484
square foot building with 1,616 square feet for outdoor seating to be occupied by a single
tenant.
The City Commission discussed the item.
City Manager Summary: It was the consensus of the City Commission for the
item to move forward conceptually.
4. Discussion of Stormwater Utility Fund (City Manager): Mr. Pegues requested
that an increase to the stormwater rates be considered since it hadn't been done since
2016 and those funds provided for the maintenance and development of the City's
stormwater system. He reviewed several options including a percentage or flat rate
increase with future increases following that tied to the CPI (with a cap of 5% annually).
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The City Commission provided comments on the various options and the items that the
funds are used for.
Finance Director Melissa Cruz provided information on the water bill and the rates in other
municipalities.
Mr. Pegues and Mr. Meyers provided information on the Property Tax Collector's proposal
to start taxing the municipalities 2% and the impact on the City's budget if that is done,
as well as whether or not that could be done legally. Updates will be provided on this
issue.
Since properties within the City are divided with some receiving their water from Miami -
Dade County and some receiving it from North Miami Beach, Mr. Pegues will provide
information at the next Workshop regarding the distribution and costs, etc.
City Manager Summary: It was the consensus of the City Commission to raise
the amount to at least $5.25 with future increases tied to the CPI following that, with the
City Manager enabled to present an amount higher than that if deemed appropriate on
the April 8, 2025 City Commission Meeting Agenda.
5. Discussion of Additional School Zone Safety Program Site on NE 301h
Avenue (City Manager): Mr. Pegues discussed the current school zone safety programs
via RedSpeed at the Aventura City School of Excellence (ACES) and the Don Soffer
Aventura High School (DSAHS) and requested that a third location be added at the
Aventura Turnberry Jewish Center & Tauber Academy, based on the high number of
violations. Confirmation will be obtained from the third location to ensure that they are in
support of doing so. It was reported that the addition would be done via an amendment
to the current Ordinance, along with another amendment to mirror the hearing process
for the violations with the process for the red-light camera hearings.
The City Commission discussed the item and requested that a presentation be provided
at the next Workshop outlining data on the red-light cameras.
City Manager Summary: It was the consensus of the City Commission to proceed
with an Ordinance on the April 8, 2025 City Commission Meeting Agenda to add the third
location as presented, as well as the additional amendment for the hearing process as
presented.
6. Discussion of Changing April 1, 2025 City Commission Meeting Date (City
Manager): Mr. Pegues requested that the April 1 st meeting be changed to April 8th due to
an invitation for him to travel to Israel with the Consul General.
City Manager Summary: It was the consensus of the City Commission to change
the April 1, 2025 City Commission Meeting to April 8, 2025.
The following additional items were discussed:
The City Commission discussed the continued issue of scooters on the sidewalks. Mr.
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Aventura City Commission
Regular Workshop Minutes — March 20, 2025
Meyers will look into the possibility of requiring bells on all scooters. Mr. Pegues will
contact the County regarding the possibility of adding bike lanes and will have Chief
Bentolila attend the next Workshop to discuss the issue.
Mr. Pegues provided an update on the Brightline landing tower and connecting bridge.
The City Commission discussed the item including the possibility of contributing to artwork
on the bridge.
7. Adjournment: There being no further business to come before the City
Commission, the meeting was adjourned by consensus at 10.21 a.m.
Ellisa L. Horvath, MMC, City Clerk
Approved by the City Commission on April 8, 2025.
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CITY OF AVENTURA
OFFICE OF THE CITY MANAGER
MEMORANDUM
TO: City Commission
FROM: Bryan Pegues, City Manager
DATE: April 4, 2025
SUBJECT: Approval of Request for Proposals (RFP) No. 2025-01
Professional Tennis and Pickleball Program Management and Court
Maintenance Services
April 8, 2025 City Commission Meeting Agenda
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Commission authorize the City Manager to negotiate and
enter into an agreement with Zenun Group, Inc., d/b/a Nunez Tennis Training to provide
Professional Tennis and Pickleball Program Management and Court Maintenance
Services.
BACKGROUND
The City of Aventura (the "City") issued Request for Proposals (RFP) No. 2025-01, titled
Professional Tennis and Pickleball Program Management and Court Maintenance
Services, on January 9, 2025. The RFP was published on the City's website and
DemandStar.
To be eligible for consideration, prospective proposers were required to meet the
following criteria:
a. Demonstrate a minimum of five (5) years of experience in providing Professional
Tennis and Pickleball Program Management and Court Maintenance Services of
comparable complexity.
b. Maintain continuous operation for at least five (5) years prior to the RFP's issuance
date.
c. Possess a clean judicial record with satisfactory references.
d. Hold all required licenses issued by applicable city, county, state, and federal
authorities.
On February 14, 2025, the City received two (2) proposals. The staff conducted a
thorough due diligence review, and noted the following observations:
City Courts Management, LLC
• This firm was recently established by the principals of Toss & Spin, LLC and SPF
Pickleball. While both associated companies possess experience in racquet sports
activities, neither has documented expertise in fully managing a tennis and
pickleball facility, including maintenance.
• The RFP stipulates a minimum of five years of relevant experience and continuous
operation. However, City Courts Management, LLC was incorporated on October
25, 2024.
• The proposer has no established presence in Miami -Dade County or the State of
Florida.
• Proposed fee structure includes a request for 80% of the revenues to be paid to
the vendor, alongside a reimbursement of 110% of daily maintenance costs,
capped at $3,000 per month.
Zenun Group, Inc., d/b/a Nunez Tennis Training
• The proposal contains no material defects.
• The company has been in operation since May 5, 1995.
• Proposed fee structure includes a request for 85% of the revenues to be paid to
the vendor, with additional charges of $4,750 for monthly maintenance and
$11,750 for biannual clay court resurfacing.
The Evaluation Committee was appointed and comprised of the following City staff:
1. Kimberly Merchant, Community Services Director
2. Jamie Evers, Parks and Recreation Manager
3. Alan Cabrera, Parks and Recreation Assistant Manager
4. Bayardo Montiel, Parks and Recreation Assistant Manager
The Evaluation Committee were provided with the proposals and on March 18, 2025, met
to discuss, interview, score and rank the proposals, and a ranking was established as
follows:
Evaluation Committee Member
City Courts
Management, LLC
Zenun Group, Inc., d/b/a
Nunez Tennis Training
Kimberly Merchant
2
1
Jamie Evers
2
1
Alan Cabrera
2
1
Bayardo Montiel
2
1
Score
8
4
Final Rank
2
1
Based on the Evaluation Committee's established rankings, it is recommended that the
City Commission authorize the City Manager to negotiate and enter into an agreement
with Zenun Group, Inc., d/b/a Nunez Tennis Training.
CITY OF AVENTURA RESOLUTION NO. 2025-
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF AVENTURA,
FLORIDA, SELECTING ZENUN GROUP, INC. D/B/A NUNEZ TENNIS
TRAINING FOR PROFESSIONAL TENNIS AND PICKLEBALL PROGRAM
MANAGEMENT AND COURT MAINTENANCE SERVICES PURSUANT TO RFP
2025-01; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO NEGOTIATE AND
EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT; PROVIDING FOR IMPLEMENTATION; AND
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the City of Aventura (the "City") issued a Request for Proposals No.
2025-01 (the "RFP") for Professional Tennis and Pickleball Program Management and
Court Maintenance Services ("Services"); and
WHEREAS, two sealed proposals were received by the RFP deadline; and
WHEREAS, on March 18, 2025, an Evaluation Committee evaluated the proposals
and ranked Zenun Group, Inc., d/b/a Nunez Tennis Training (the "Contractor") as the
highest ranked Contractor; and
WHEREAS, the City Manager recommended that the Contractor be selected to
provide the Services as further provided in the Staff Memorandum supporting this
Resolution; and
WHEREAS, the City Commission desires to select the Contractor to provide the
Services and authorize the City Manager to negotiate and enter into an agreement with
the Contractor; and
WHEREAS, the City Commission finds that this Resolution is in the best interest
and welfare of the residents of the City.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA:
Section 1. That each of the above -stated recitals are hereby adopted, confirmed,
and incorporated herein.
Section 2. That the City Commission hereby selects the Contractor for the
Services.
City of Aventura Resolution No. 2025-
Section 3. That the City Commission hereby authorizes the City Manager, to
negotiate and execute an agreement with the Contractor, and subject to the City
Attorney's approval as to form, content, and legal sufficiency.
Section 4. 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 Clifford B. Ain
Commissioner Gustavo Blachman
Commissioner Amit Bloom
Commissioner Paul A. Kruss
Commissioner Cindy Orlinsky
Vice Mayor Rachel S. Friedland
Mayor Howard S. Weinberg
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 8t" day of April, 2025.
HOWARD S. WEINBERG, ESQ.
MAYOR
ATTEST:
ELLISA L. HORVATH, MMC
CITY CLERK
APPROVED AS TO LEGAL SUFFICIENCY:
ROBERT MEYERS
CITY ATTORNEY
WEISS SEROTA HELFMAN COLE + BIERMAN, P.L.
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CITY OF AVENTURA
OFFICE OF THE CITY MANAGER
MEMORANDUM
TO: City Commission
FROM: Bryan Pegues, City Manager
DATE: April 4, 2025
SUBJECT: 80-Ton Chiller Purchase and Replacement at Aventura Arts and
Cultural Center
April 8, 2025 City Commission Meeting Agenda
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Commission approve the emergency procurement for the
installation of an 80-ton chiller unit, two 10 HP CWP pumps, and related installation work
exceeding the threshold outlined in subsection 2-252(c) of the Code of Ordinances, and
authorize the City Manager to issue a purchase order to Southern Comfort Solutions, Inc.,
not exceeding $270,475.
BACKGROUND
The Aventura Arts and Cultural Center has been facing significant challenges with its
chiller equipment over time, leading to system failures and emergency responses.
Recently, the chiller shut down and upon investigation a Public Works (PW) trades worker
discovered the main 200-amp breaker had tripped. Further inspection revealed internal
failures in compressors 3 and 4, rendering the chiller inoperable. Chilled water pumps
and controllers were also found tripped and nonfunctional. Historically, compressors 1
and 2 failed mechanically in 2023 but were not replaced. Despite these failures, the chiller
was operated at full load by the Art Center, albeit with only half its capacity, 30-40 tons,
which overloaded the mechanical equipment.
To address the immediate crisis, PW engaged the City's contracted HVAC company to
perform an emergency swap, removing the old chiller and installing a rental 80-ton chiller
within 5-6 hours. This temporary solution restored operations by reconnecting chilled
water pumps. Upon further evaluation, it was noted that no lightning protection was
installed at the roof level or on the chiller equipment. These issues underscore the urgent
need for equipment upgrades and proactive measures to prevent future failures.
The staff solicited bids from reputable HVAC companies and received two (2) responses:
Company Bid Amount
1. Southern Comfort Solutions, Inc. $270,475
2. Air At Your Door, Inc. $289,500
Staff recommends issuing a purchase order to the lowest responsive and responsible
bidder, Southern Comfort Solutions, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $270,475.
FUNDING
The work will be funded from 001-8070-575.64-20.
CITY OF AVENTURA RESOLUTION NO. 2025-
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
AVENTURA, FLORIDA, APPROVING THE EXPENDITURE OF FUNDS
BY THE CITY MANAGER FOR EMERGENCY PURCHASES
AUTHORIZED BY SECTION 2-252(D) OF THE CITY CODE FOR AN 80-
TON CHILLER FOR THE CITY OF AVENTURA ARTS AND CULTURAL
CENTER; PROVIDING FOR IMPLEMENTATION; PROVIDING FOR THE
APPROPRIATION AND ALLOCATION OF FUNDS; AND PROVIDING
FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the chiller at the City of Aventura Arts and Cultural Center
experienced a mechanical failure; and
WHEREAS, staff solicited and received only two proposals from reputable vendors
for the purchase and replacement of the chiller; and
WHEREAS, the City Manager is recommending that the proposal submitted by
Southern Comfort Solutions, Inc., attached hereto as Exhibit" A", is necessary to alleviate
any potential dangers to the health and safety of the public; and
WHEREAS, the 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.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA:
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 identified in the scope of work submitted by Southern Comfort
Solutions, Inc. at the quoted price.
Section 3. Implementation. That the City Manager is hereby authorized to take
all actions necessary to implement the purpose of this Resolution.
City of Aventura Resolution No. 2025-
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 Clifford B. Ain
Commissioner Gustavo Blachman
Commissioner Amit Bloom
Commissioner Paul A. Kruss
Commissioner Cindy Orlinsky
Vice Mayor Rachel S. Friedland
Mayor Howard S. Weinberg
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 8t" day of April, 2025.
HOWARD S. WEINBERG, ESQ.
MAYOR
ATTEST:
ELLISA L. HORVATH, MMC
CITY CLERK
APPROVED AS TO LEGAL SUFFICIENCY:
ROBERT MEYERS
CITY ATTORNEY
WEISS SEROTA HELFMAN COLE + BIERMAN, P.L.
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Quote # 25-078
Proposal
Southern Comfort Solutions, Inc.
P.O. Box 961482
Miami, FL 33296-1482
(305) 233-3192 Fax (305) 386-5146
State License # CAC1822559
Proposal Submitted To:
Date: 4-3-2025
City of Aventura Arts & Cultural Center
3385 NW 188th Street
Aventura, FL 33180 80-Ton Chiller Replacement
Attn: Angel Blanco
We hereby submit specifications and estimates for:
1. Remove existing rooftop portable unit.
2. Provide and install a new 80- Ton Carrier Chiller with the following specs:
AIR-COOLED SCROLL CHILLER
• 460-3-60
• 082
• STANDARD TIER
• VARIABLE SPEED FAN (6-POLE)
• DX, SSV OPTION
• DX, SUCTION LINE INSULATION
• BACnet IP
• STD COMPR.
• STD FAN (FB6)
• STD SOUND
• FULL HAIL GUARD
• STD SCCR (10kA)
• E-COAT COPPER/ALUMINUM COIL
• NO DESUPERHEATER
• NO PUMP, DX
• PIC6 + REMOTE CONNECTIVITY WITH ETHERNET SWITCH
• RAPID RESTART
• NO PRVs
• DX, EVAPORATOR HEATER
• SINGLE POINT WITH DISCONNECT
• CONVENIENCE OUTLET GFI
• CONTROL TRANSFORMER TO SERVE ALL CONTROLLERS, RELAYS
• ON/OFF CONTROL SWITCH
• Field Supply Factory Start-up
3. 60-Ton Crane
4. Pipe new chiller to existing locations of portable flanges.
5. Replace both lug -type butterfly valves that the portable hoses are
connected to.
6. New Triple Duty Valves, Pump Check Valves, Suction Diffusers, Butterfly
Valves and all necessary piping modifications needed to install new
pumps.
7. Provide and install new neoprene rubber isolators between new chiller and
structural steel for sound and vibration isolation.
8. Replace Expansion Tank and Chemical Pot Feeder.
9. Have entire Chiller seacoast coated by Blygold of Florida for longer life.
10. Run new 4" Black Pipe from new Chiller to existing mains.
11. (2) Solar Powered Digital thermometers, pressure gauges, & strainer.
12.(2) 3/" Thread-O-Lets for Controls Companies water sensors.
13. Re -insulate new water lines with 2" foam glass insulation and corrugated
metal jacketing matching existing ones on mains.
14. Engineered drawings for unit tie down to structural steel to meet new
SFBC.
15. Complete Test & Balance of New Chiller and Pumps.
16.All work to be done during normal working hours with the exception of the
shutdown that will be needed to remove portable rubber hoses and
complete piping to new lug -type butterfly valves.
Not Included: Replacing existing main 200-AMP Breaker with a required 175-
AMP breaker in downstairs electrical room panel, control conduit or wiring of any
kind, rooftop electrical connection to new chiller. Permit fees are to be re-
imbursed by the City at cost with no mark-up.
CHILLER HAS A 12-15 CALENDAR WEEKS TO SHIP FROM MONTERAY
MEXICO. AN ADDITIONAL 3-4 WEEKS WILL BE NEEDED FOR THE UNIT TO
BE SEACOAST COATED.
Total Job Cost As Per Scope Above : $241,575.00
Total Cost of Replacing (2) 10HP CHW Pumps: 28,900.00
ADD IF PERFORMANCE & PAYMENT BOND WILL BE NEEDED: $13,525.00
Payment to be made as follows: 25% Upon Issuance of Purchase Order on Chiller Portion of Work. 25% Upon
Chiller Delivery to the Coating Company. 25% for Pump Project, 25% Upon Chiller Start-up. Price is guaranteed
for 30 Days from date of this proposal. Pricing subject to change after 30 days.
All Material is guaranteed to be as specified. All work to be completed in a workmanlike manner according to best industry
practices. Any alteration or deviation from above specifications involving extra costs will be executed only upon written
orders, and will become an extra charge over and above the estimate. All agreements contingent upon strikes, accidents
or delays beyond our control. Owner to carry fire, tornado and other necessary insurance.
Authorized Signature
CITY OF AVENTURA
OFFICE OF THE CITY MANAGER
MEMORANDUM
TO: City Commission
FROM: Bryan Pegues, City Manager
DATE: April 4, 2025
SUBJECT: Approval Requested for Centtral's Proposed Uniform Sign Plan
City File No. MTC2503-0001 (Multi -Tenant Center)
April 8, 2025 Local Planning Agency Meeting Agenda
April 8, 2025 City Commission Meeting Agenda
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Commission approve the multi -tenant center sign
graphics criteria proposed by Centtral Aventura per Section 31-191(i)(1) of the City of
Aventura Land Development Regulations (LDRs).
THE REQUEST
The applicant, Alan Rosenthal, of Rosenthal, Rosenthal, Rasco LLC, on behalf of Centtral
Aventura LLC, is requesting approval of a uniform sign plan for Centtral Aventura, located
at 20955 Biscayne Boulevard (See Exhibit #1 for Letter of Intent). Centtral is an approved
mixed -use development comprising approximately 68,000 square feet of retail, gym and
restaurant spaces, along with 69,000 square feet designated for office use. The first three
floors of the building are dedicated to restaurants, retail and a gym, while office spaces
are situated on floors four through nine. Without a uniform plan, the allocation of these
various uses on the initial three levels presents a challenge when interpreting the City's
sign regulations.
BACKGROUND
OWNER OF PROPERTY
APPLICANT
Centtral Aventura LLC
Alan Rosenthal
Rosenthal, Rosenthal, Rasco LLC
ADDRESS OF PROPERTY 20955 Biscayne Boulevard
City of Aventura (See Exhibit #2 for Location
Map)
LEGAL DESCRIPTION Folios: 28-1234-001-0320; 28-1234-013-0250;
28-1234-013-0260; 28-1234-013-0270; 28-
1234-013-0280; 28-1234-013-0290; 28-1234-
013-0300; 28-1234-013-0310; 28-1234-013-
0320; 28-1234-013-0330 (See Exhibit "A" for
Legal Description).
ZONING
B2 - Community Business District
FUTURE LAND USE Business and Office
DESCRIPTION:
Section 31-191(i)(1) provides that:
a) The owner of a multi -tenant center shall submit to the City Manager a written statement of
the uniform sign graphics criteria for the multi -tenant center (the "criteria'). The City
Manager shall review the criteria, make a recommendation and submit the criteria, along
with the recommendation to the City Commission, for final approval. Once the criteria have
been approved, they shall apply to the entire multi -tenant center, as well as to each
individual occupant, and shall remain in effect for so long as the multi -tenant center exists,
regardless of a change in ownership or management, unless and until the owner obtains
approval to amend the criteria from the City Commission. The Criteria for each multi -tenant
center shall include, but not be limited to, color(s), type of signs, style of letters, size of
letters (maximum or minimum) and size of signs.
b) An application to erect any sign for any portion of a multi -tenant center shall include and
comply with the criteria established for the multi -tenant center, a sketch of the proposed
sign and the written consent of the owner of the multi -tenant center for the proposed sign.
ANALYSIS
The proposed guidelines are the result of a collaborative process between the Community
Development Department and Centtral's design and development team with the goal of
establishing a rationale that is based on an analysis of the building's conditions. These
guidelines are intended to encourage compatibility and creativity, not uniformity. The
challenge lies in avoiding a sign cluster, where the cumulative impact of numerous signs
could overwhelm the building facades. However, attempting to create a unifying theme
for the signage poses the risk of making each business indistinguishable from the next.
The proposed sign plan was developed with the aim of establishing sign guidelines that
harmonize with the architectural features of the building. It also considers that signs serve
as a crucial tool for retail and service businesses to attract customers, all while
contributing to the enhancement of the City's overall aesthetic appeal.
I. RETAIL WALL SIGNS
Section 31-191 0)(2) a. of the LDRs provide standards for wall signs for business
identification for buildings where the majority of the floor area is retail, allowing one
sign per tenant located on the ground or second floor. The code does not address
the typology and programming of mixed -use buildings like Centtral, where retail
expands over three levels.
(i) Applicability. These criteria apply to retail tenants located on the first, second
and third levels of the building with a storefront facing Biscayne Boulevard,
NE 208 Street or NE 209 Street.
(ii) Location. The proposed location of wall signs must be aligned and centered
vertically, as shown on Sheets 7, 8 and 9 of the "Centtral Aventura - Signage
Presentation" package (Exhibit "B").
(iii) Dimensions. The maximum sign size is one square foot for each one lineal
foot of tenant frontage with a maximum height of three feet.
(iv) Type and Construction. Sign type must be reverse or channel letter only.
(v) Colors. Primary Colors permitted are black, white, and stainless steel. Any
other color sign would require written approval by the Community
Development Director on a case -by -case basis.
II. BUILDING SIGNS
Section 31-1910)(2)c. provides standards for wall signs permitted on office
buildings six to ten stories high, allowing two wall signs, with one wall sign per
building elevation. The maximum permitted area for these signs is one and one-
half square foot for each one lineal foot of building frontage.
This nine -story mixed -use building is designed with office spaces exclusively
on levels eight and nine. Its architectural concept diverges from traditional office
buildings by introducing a horizontal division at level seven, where the facades
recede and create open green spaces. Additionally, the structure is vertically
divided into two distinctive volumes, where the offices are located, which are
connected by a plaza on level eight. The applicant is requesting approval for
two "Centtral Aventura" building identification signs on level six of the main
building, and two office identification signs on level nine, one in each of the
office stacks, as shown in the attached "Centtral Aventura - Signage
Presentation" package (Exhibit "B").
Applicability. Building identification signage for "Centtral Aventura" and "office
tenants".
3
Location and Quantity. Only two "Centtral Aventura" building identification signs
will be allowed in total to be located on the sixth level of the building at the
southwest and northwest corners. Only two "office tenants" signs in total will be
allowed to be located on the ninth level of each individual office volume.
Dimensions. The maximum permitted area for these signs is one and one-half
square foot for each one lineal foot of building frontage.
Type and Construction. Sign type must be reverse or channel letter only.
Colors. Primary Colors permitted are black, white, and stainless steel. Any
other color sign would require written approval by the Community Development
Director on a case -by -case basis.
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
Staff recommends approval of the multi -tenant center signage criteria for Centtral
Aventura with the following conditions:
All signage submitted to the City for permitting shall comply with the approved
"Centtral Aventura — Signage Presentation"; Sheets 1-15; attached as Exhibit
"B", and the guidelines approved under this report.
2. This approval is granted exclusively to Centtral Aventura LLC in the current
configuration shown on the site plan and renderings attached to this report as
Exhibit "B". Any redevelopment or reconfiguration of the development will
invalidate this signage criteria approval.
ROSENTHAL ROSENTHAL
RASCO
March14,2025 ATTORNEYS AT LAW
"LETTER OF INTENT"
Mr.Keven Klopp
Community Development Director
CITY OF AVENTURA
19200 West Country Club Drive
Aventura, Florida 33180
Re: Public Hearing Application For Sign Variance or Multi Tenant Center Sign Graphic
Criteria (the "Application") Centtral Aventura LLC (the "Owner")
20955 Biscayne Boulevard, Aventura, FL 33180 (the "Property")
Dear Mr. Klopp:
The Applicant represents Centtral Aventura, LLC, the Owner of the Property ("Owner"), who seeks to
develop a Mix -Use LEED Gold Development on the Property in place of a one story funeral parlor
containing less than ten thousand square feet that existed on the Property for more than one quarter of a
century, and was recently demolished by the Owner.
Owner seeks to replace the former funeral parlor with an air conditioned enclosed mall featuring high -end
retail stores, gourmet restaurants, offices, together with parking to accommodate the foregoing.
The City Commission has passed all of the previous Applications filed in connection with this development,
which now requires one last Variance to accommodate the proposed signage needed for the purposes of the
identification of the building and several National Tenants that require additional signage that exceed
Aventura's signage regulations. It is respectfully suggested that this sign Variance meets the applicable
Code requirements of the City of Aventura for the granting of this Sign Variance.
The Applicant has presented the required signage package to the City Commission at one of its Workshop
Meetings, and now requests the City Commission's formal approval of the Variance required by the
Applicant. The City Commission's approval will complete the last of the requirements needed for this
LEED Gold Development to finally come to fruition and which will, without question, be the "TALK OF
THE TOWN", or more appropriately the "Talk of Aventura", and should be unanimously passed by the
City Commission.
Respectfully submitted,
ASR:cw
1=01 M 1 S
One Aventura, 20900 N.E. 30" Avenue, Suite 600, Aventura, Florida 33180
305.937.0300 / Fax: 305.937.1311
ROSENTHAL ROSENTHAL
-RASCO
ATTORNEYS AT L A W
March 14, 2025
Mr.Keven Klopp
Community Development Director
CITY OF AVENTURA
19200 West Country Club Drive
Aventura, Florida 331.80
Re: Public Hearing Application For Sign Variance or Multi Tenant Center Sign Graphic
Criteria (the "Application") Centtral Aventura LLC (the "Owner")
20955 Biscayne Boulevard, Aventura, FL 33180 (the "Property")
Dear Mr. Klopp:
In connection with the above -referenced, please find provided herewith the following original documents,
to -wit:
1. Public Hearing Application For Sign Variance or Multi Tenant Center Sign Graphic Criteria.
2. Letter of Intent.
3. Mailing Labels.
Please contact me any question you may have.
ASR:cw
Enclosures
(W0672175.1)
One Aventura, 20900 N.E. 30' Avenue, Suite 600, Aventura, Florida 33180
305.937.0300 / Fax: 305.937.1311
EXHIBIT #: 2
DATE:04/08/2025
AGENDA ITEM(S):
DESCRIPTION:
Property(s):
28-1234-001-0320
28-1234-013-0250
28-1234-013-0260
28-1234-013-0270
28-1234-013-0280
28-1234-013-0290
28-1234-013-0300
28-1234-013-0310
28-1234-013-0320
28-1234-013-0330
Existing Zoning: B2
City File No.: MTC2503-0001
1
2A 0 0.25 0.5 1 Miles
N I I I I I I I I
EXHIBIT "A"
PARCELI:
LOTS 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25 AND 26, OF BLOCK 2, OF HALLANDALE PARK
NO. 11, CORRECTED PLAT ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF, AS RECORDED IN
PLAT BOOK 27, AT PAGE 39, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY.
FLORIDA.
PARCEL 2:
ALL THAT PART OF THE 25-FOOT-WIDE STRIP OF LAND FORMERLY KNOWN AS
HARVARD AVENUE (PRESENTLY DESIGNATED AS N.E. 29TH AVENUE) AS SHOWN
ON PLAT ENTITLED HALLANDALE PARK NO. 11, CORRECTED PLAT, ACCORDING
TO THE PLAT THEREOF, RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 27 AT PAGE 39 OF THE PUBLIC
RECORDS OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, BOUNDED TO THE NORTH BY THE
WESTERLY EXTENSION OF THE NORTH BOUNDARY OF BLOCK 2 AND BOUNDED
TO THE SOUTH BY THE WESTERLY EXTENSION OF THE SOUTH BOUNDARY OF
BLOCK 2 OF SAID HALLANDALE PARK NO. 11, CORRECTED PLAT.
ALSO
THE EXTERNAL AREA FORMED BY A 25 FOOT RADIUS CURVE CONCAVE TO THE
NORTHEAST TANGENT TO THE SOUTH WITH THE SOUTH BOUNDARY OF LOT 22
IN BLOCK 2 OF SAID HALLANDALE PARK NO. 11, CORRECTED PLAT, AND
TANGENT TO THE WEST WITH THE WEST BOUNDARY OF LOT 22, IN BLOCK 2 OF
SAID HALLANDALE PARK NO. 11, CORRECTED PLAT.
ALSO
THE EXTERNAL AREA FORMED BY A 25 FOOT RADIUS CURVE CONCAVE TO THE
SOUTHEAST TANGENT TO THE NORTH WITH THE NORTH BOUNDARY OF LOT 21
IN BLOCK 2 OF SAID HALLANDALE PARK NO. 11, CORRECTED PLAT, AND
TANGENT TO THE WEST WITH THE WEST BOUNDARY OF LOT 21 IN BLOCK 2 OF
SAID HALLANDALE PARK NO. 11, CORRECTED PLAT.
PARCEL 3:
ALL THAT PART OF THE EAST 1/2 OF LOT 2 IN BLOCK 6, LYING EAST OF FEDERAL
HIGHWAY, MAP OF TOWN OF HALLANDALE, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT
THEREOF, AS RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK "B", PAGE 13 OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS
OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA.
LESS AND EXCEPT THEREFROM THAT RIGHT-OF-WAY GRANTED TO DADE
COUNTY IN DEED DATED AUGUST 23, 1978 FILED OCTOBER 30, 1978 IN OFFICIAL
RECORDS BOOK 10199 PAGE 1672, AND RE -RECORDED MARCH 26, 1979 IN
OFFICIAL RECORDS BOOK I0341, PAGE 2211, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS:
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A TRACT OF LAND BEING A PORTION OF THAT PART OF THE EAST ONE-HALF (E
1/2) OF LOT 2, BLOCK 6, LYING EASTERLY OF FEDERAL HIGHWAY, MAP OF TOWN
OF HALLANDALE IN SECTION 34, TOWNSHIP 51, SOUTH, RANGE 42 EAST, DADE
COUNTY, FLORIDA, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN PLAT
BOOK "B" AT PAGE 13 OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA,
SAID TRACT OF LAND BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS:
COMMENCE AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF THE SOUTH ONE-HALF (S 1/2) OF
THE NORTHEAST ONE QUARTER (NE 1/4) OF THE SOUTHEAST (SE 1/4) OF THE
NORTHWEST ONE -QUARTER (NW 1/4) OF SECTION 34, TOWNSHIP 51 SOUTH,
RANGE 42 EAST, DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, SAID POINT BEING ALSO A WESTERLY
CORNER OF TRACT "A", DONN ACRES, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF
RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 76 AT PAGE 30, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF DADE
COUNTY, FLORIDA; THENCE RUN SOUTH 01°03'38" EAST ALONG THE WEST
BOUNDARY OF THE NORTHEAST ONE- QUARTER (NE 1/4) OF THE SOUTHEAST
ONE -QUARTER (SE 1/4) OF THE NORTHWEST ONE QUARTER (NW 1/4) OF SAID
SECTION 34, BEING ALSO ALONG THE EAST BOUNDARY OF SAID LOT 2, BLOCK 6,
MAP OF TOWN OF HALLANDALE A DISTANCE OF 50.71 FEET TO THE POINT OF
BEGINNING OF THE TRACT OF LAND HEREINAFTER TO BE DESCRIBED; THENCE
CONTINUE ON THE LAST DESCRIBED COURSE, BEING ALONG THE LAST
DESCRIBED LINE, A DISTANCE OF 55.34 FEET TO THE POINT OF INTERSECTION
WITH THE WESTERLY PROJECTION OF THE NORTH BOUNDARY OF BLOCK 2,
HALLANDALE PARK NO. 11, CORRECTED PLAT, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT
THEREOF RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 27, AT PAGE 39, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF
DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA; THENCE RUN NORTH 65°41'00" WEST ALONG A LINE
THAT IS PERPENDICULAR TO THE SOUTHEASTERLY RIGHT OF WAY BOUNDARY
OF FEDERAL HIGHWAY (ALSO KNOWN AS U.S. NO. 1; ALSO KNOWN AS STATE
ROAD NO. 5) AS SHOWN ON RIGHT OF WAY MAP AS RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 34,
AT PAGE 54A, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, A
DISTANCE OF 43.42 FEET TO THE POINT OF CURVATURE OF A CURVE CONCAVE
TO THE SOUTHEAST AND HAVING FOR ITS ELEMENTS A RADIUS OF 25.00 FEET
AND A CENTRAL ANGLE OF 90' 00'00"; THENCE RUN NORTHWEST-WARDLY,
WESTWARDLY AND SOUTHWESTWARDLY ALONG THE ARC OF SAID CURVE A
DISTANCE OF 39.27 FEET TO THE POINT OF TANGENCY; SAID POINT BEING ON
THE SOUTHEASTERLY RIGHT OF WAY BOUNDARY OF SAID FEDERAL HIGHWAY;
THENCE RUN NORTH 24019'00" EAST ALONG SAID SOUTHEASTERLY RIGHT OF
WAY BOUNDARY OF FEDERAL HIGHWAY A DISTANCE OF 100.00 FEET TO THE
POINT OF CURVATURE OF A CURVE CONCAVE TO THE NORTHEAST AND HAVING
A RADIUS OF 25.00 FEET, SAID POINT OF CURVATURE BEARING NORTH 65041'00"
WEST FROM THE CENTER OF SAID CURVE; THENCE RUN SOUTHWESTWARDLY,
SOUTHWARDLY AND SOUTHEASTWARDLY ALONG THE ARC OF SAID CURVE,
THROUGH A CENTRAL ANGLE OF 90000'00", A DISTANCE OF 39.27 FEET TO THE
POINT OF TANGENCY; THENCE RUN SOUTH 65041'00" EAST A DISTANCE OF 19.70
FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING.
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AND LESS AND EXCEPT THEREFROM THAT RIGHT-OF-WAY GRANTED TO DADE
COUNTY IN DEED DATED AUGUST 23, 1978 RECORDED OCTOBER 30, 1978 IN
OFFICIAL RECORDS BOOK 10199, PAGE 1674, ALL OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF
DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS:
THE SOUTH 25.00 FEET OF THAT PART OF LOT 2, BLOCK 6, MAP OF THE TOWN OF
HALLANDALE ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK B,
AT PAGE 13 OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, LYING
EASTERLY OF THE SOUTHEASTERLY RIGHT OF WAY BOUNDARY OF FEDERAL
HIGHWAY (ALSO KNOWN AS U.S. NO. 1; ALSO KNOWN AS STATE ROAD NO. 5) AS
SHOWN ON RIGHT OF WAY MAP AS RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 34, AT PAGE 54A,
OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA.
ALSO
THE EXTERNAL AREA FORMED BY A 25 FOOT RADIUS CURVE CONCAVE TO THE
NORTHEAST, TANGENT TO THE SOUTH WITH A LINE THAT IS PARALLEL TO AND
25.00 FEET NORTHERLY OF, AS MEASURED AT RIGHT ANGLES TO, THE SOUTH
BOUNDARY OF SAID LOT 2, BLOCK 6, MAP OF THE TOWN OF HALLANDALE, AND
TANGENT TO THE NORTHWEST WITH THE SOUTHEASTERLY RIGHT OF WAY
BOUNDARY OF SAID FEDERAL HIGHWAY.
ALL OF THE FOREGOING PARCEL 3 LYING, SITUATE AND BEING IN THE
NORTHWEST ONE -QUARTER (NW 1/4) OF THE SOUTHEAST ONE -QUARTER (SE 1/4)
OF THE NORTHWEST ONE -QUARTER (NW 1/4) OF SECTION 34, TOWNSHIP 51
SOUTH, RANGE 42 EAST, MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA.
PARCEL 4:
A PORTION OF THAT VACATED NE 210TH STREET (MONTCLAIR WAY), VACATED
PER OFFICIAL RECORDS BOOK 31451, PAGE 1649 OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF
MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AS SHOWN ON "HALLANDALE PARK NO.11 ",
ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF, AS RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 27, PAGE 39
OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF MIAMI/DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA BEING MORE
PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS:
COMMENCING AT THE INTERSECTION OF THE WEST LINE OF TRACT 'A', "DONN
ACRES" ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF AS RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 76,
PAGE 30 OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF MIAMI/DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA AND THE
NORTH LINE OF BLOCK 1 EXTENDED WEST, "HALLANDALE PARK NO.11 "
ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF AS RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 27, PAGE 39 OF
THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF MIAMI/DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA; THENCE SOUTH
01003'38" EAST ALONG THE SOUTHERLY EXTENSION OF THE WEST LINE OF SAID
TRACT 'A', A DISTANCE OF 50.90 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE
SOUTH 24019'00" WEST, A DISTANCE OF 25.00 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 65041'00" EAST
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ALONG THE CENTERLINE OF SAID NE 210TH STREET, A DISTANCE OF 18.28 FEET;
THENCE NORTH 89044'30" EAST ALONG SAID CENTERLINE, A DISTANCE OF 169.69
FEET; THENCE SOUTH 00015'30" EAST, A DISTANCE OF 25.00 FEET; THENCE SOUTH
89044'30" WEST ALONG THE SOUTHERLY RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF SAID NE 210TH
STREET, A DISTANCE OF 175.14 FEET; THENCE NORTH 65041'00" WEST ALONG
SAID SOUTHERLY RIGHT OF WAY LINE, A DISTANCE OF 43.42 FEET TO A POINT
ON A TANGENT CURVE CONCAVE TO THE SOUTH; THENCE SOUTHWESTERLY
ALONG SAID SOUTHERLY RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE AND ALONG THE ARC OF SAID
CURVE, HAVING A RADIUS OF 25.00 FEET, A CENTRAL ANGLE OF 90000'00" AND
AN ARC DISTANCE OF 39.27 FEET; THENCE NORTH 24019'00" EAST ALONG THE
EASTERLY RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE OF BISCAYNE BOULEVARD, A DISTANCE OF
100.00 FEET TO A POINT ON A TANGENT CURVE CONCAVE TO THE NORTHEAST;
THENCE SOUTHEASTERLY ALONG THE NORTHERLY RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE OF N.E.
210TH STREET AND ALONG THE ARC OF SAID CURVE, HAVING A RADIUS OF 25.00
FEET, A CENTRAL ANGLE OF 90000'00" AND AN ARC DISTANCE OF 39.27 FEET;
THENCE CONTINUE ALONG SAID NORTHERLY RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE SOUTH
65041'00" EAST, A DISTANCE OF 19.70 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING.
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CITY OF AVENTURA RESOLUTION NO. 2025-
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
AVENTURA, FLORIDA, GRANTING APPROVAL OF SIGN GRAPHICS
CRITERIA PURSUANT TO SECTION 31-191(I)(1) OF THE AVENTURA
CITY CODE OF ORDINANCES FOR THE MULTI -TENANT CENTER
KNOWN AS CENTTRAL AVENTURA LOCATED AT 20955 BISCAYNE
BOULEVARD; PROVIDING FOR IMPLEMENTATION; AND PROVIDING
FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS Section 31-191(I)(1) of the City of Aventura Land Development
Regulations permits the owner of a multi -tenant center or its authorized representative to
comply with the standards for non-residential district signs or alternatively, apply for
approval as a multi -tenant center; and
WHEREAS, the applicant, Centtral Aventura LLC, through Application No.
MTC2503-0001, is requesting approval of sign graphics criteria for the Centtral Aventura
multi -tenant center located at 20955 Biscayne Boulevard; and
WHEREAS, following proper notice, the City Commission has held a public
hearing as provided by law; and
WHEREAS, the City Commission finds that the Application meets the criteria of
the applicable codes and ordinances, to the extent the Application is granted herein.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA, THAT:
Section 1. Application No. MTC2503-0001 for approval of sign graphics criteria
for the multi -tenant center known as Centrall Aventura located at 20955 Biscayne
Boulevard and legally described in Exhibit "A" is hereby granted, exclusively to the
Applicant, subject to the following conditions-
1 . All signage submitted to the City for permitting shall comply with the approved
"Centtral Aventura — Signage Presentation"; Sheets 1-15; attached as Exhibit
"B", and the guidelines approved under this report.
2. This approval is granted exclusively to Centtral Aventura LLC in the current
configuration shown on the site plan and renders attached as Exhibit "B". Any
redevelopment or reconfiguration of the development will invalidate this
signage criteria approval.
City of Aventura Resolution No. 2025-
Section 2. The City Manager is authorized to issue permits in accordance with the
approvals and conditions herein provided and to indicate such approvals and conditions
upon the records of the City.
Section 3. 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 Clifford B. Ain
Commissioner Gustavo Blachman
Commissioner Amit Bloom
Commissioner Paul A. Kruss
Commissioner Cindy Orlinsky
Vice Mayor Rachel S. Friedland
Mayor Howard S. Weinberg
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 8t" day of April, 2025.
ATTEST:
ELLISA L. HORVATH, MMC
CITY CLERK
APPROVED AS TO LEGAL SUFFICIENCY:
ROBERT MEYERS
CITY ATTORNEY
WEISS SEROTA HELFMAN COLE + BIERMAN, P.L.
HOWARD S. WEINBERG, ESQ.
MAYOR
Page 2 of 2
EXHIBIT "A"
PARCELI:
LOTS 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25 AND 26, OF BLOCK 2, OF HALLANDALE PARK
NO. 11, CORRECTED PLAT ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF, AS RECORDED IN
PLAT BOOK 27, AT PAGE 39, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY.
FLORIDA.
PARCEL 2:
ALL THAT PART OF THE 25-FOOT-WIDE STRIP OF LAND FORMERLY KNOWN AS
HARVARD AVENUE (PRESENTLY DESIGNATED AS N.E. 29TH AVENUE) AS SHOWN
ON PLAT ENTITLED HALLANDALE PARK NO. 11, CORRECTED PLAT, ACCORDING
TO THE PLAT THEREOF, RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 27 AT PAGE 39 OF THE PUBLIC
RECORDS OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, BOUNDED TO THE NORTH BY THE
WESTERLY EXTENSION OF THE NORTH BOUNDARY OF BLOCK 2 AND BOUNDED
TO THE SOUTH BY THE WESTERLY EXTENSION OF THE SOUTH BOUNDARY OF
BLOCK 2 OF SAID HALLANDALE PARK NO. 11, CORRECTED PLAT.
ALSO
THE EXTERNAL AREA FORMED BY A 25 FOOT RADIUS CURVE CONCAVE TO THE
NORTHEAST TANGENT TO THE SOUTH WITH THE SOUTH BOUNDARY OF LOT 22
IN BLOCK 2 OF SAID HALLANDALE PARK NO. 11, CORRECTED PLAT, AND
TANGENT TO THE WEST WITH THE WEST BOUNDARY OF LOT 22, IN BLOCK 2 OF
SAID HALLANDALE PARK NO. 11, CORRECTED PLAT.
ALSO
THE EXTERNAL AREA FORMED BY A 25 FOOT RADIUS CURVE CONCAVE TO THE
SOUTHEAST TANGENT TO THE NORTH WITH THE NORTH BOUNDARY OF LOT 21
IN BLOCK 2 OF SAID HALLANDALE PARK NO. 11, CORRECTED PLAT, AND
TANGENT TO THE WEST WITH THE WEST BOUNDARY OF LOT 21 IN BLOCK 2 OF
SAID HALLANDALE PARK NO. 11, CORRECTED PLAT.
PARCEL 3:
ALL THAT PART OF THE EAST 1/2 OF LOT 2 IN BLOCK 6, LYING EAST OF FEDERAL
HIGHWAY, MAP OF TOWN OF HALLANDALE, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT
THEREOF, AS RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK "B", PAGE 13 OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS
OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA.
LESS AND EXCEPT THEREFROM THAT RIGHT-OF-WAY GRANTED TO DADE
COUNTY IN DEED DATED AUGUST 23, 1978 FILED OCTOBER 30, 1978 IN OFFICIAL
RECORDS BOOK 10199 PAGE 1672, AND RE -RECORDED MARCH 26, 1979 IN
OFFICIAL RECORDS BOOK I0341, PAGE 2211, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS:
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A TRACT OF LAND BEING A PORTION OF THAT PART OF THE EAST ONE-HALF (E
1/2) OF LOT 2, BLOCK 6, LYING EASTERLY OF FEDERAL HIGHWAY, MAP OF TOWN
OF HALLANDALE IN SECTION 34, TOWNSHIP 51, SOUTH, RANGE 42 EAST, DADE
COUNTY, FLORIDA, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN PLAT
BOOK "B" AT PAGE 13 OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA,
SAID TRACT OF LAND BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS:
COMMENCE AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF THE SOUTH ONE-HALF (S 1/2) OF
THE NORTHEAST ONE QUARTER (NE 1/4) OF THE SOUTHEAST (SE 1/4) OF THE
NORTHWEST ONE -QUARTER (NW 1/4) OF SECTION 34, TOWNSHIP 51 SOUTH,
RANGE 42 EAST, DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, SAID POINT BEING ALSO A WESTERLY
CORNER OF TRACT "A", DONN ACRES, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF
RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 76 AT PAGE 30, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF DADE
COUNTY, FLORIDA; THENCE RUN SOUTH 01°03'38" EAST ALONG THE WEST
BOUNDARY OF THE NORTHEAST ONE- QUARTER (NE 1/4) OF THE SOUTHEAST
ONE -QUARTER (SE 1/4) OF THE NORTHWEST ONE QUARTER (NW 1/4) OF SAID
SECTION 34, BEING ALSO ALONG THE EAST BOUNDARY OF SAID LOT 2, BLOCK 6,
MAP OF TOWN OF HALLANDALE A DISTANCE OF 50.71 FEET TO THE POINT OF
BEGINNING OF THE TRACT OF LAND HEREINAFTER TO BE DESCRIBED; THENCE
CONTINUE ON THE LAST DESCRIBED COURSE, BEING ALONG THE LAST
DESCRIBED LINE, A DISTANCE OF 55.34 FEET TO THE POINT OF INTERSECTION
WITH THE WESTERLY PROJECTION OF THE NORTH BOUNDARY OF BLOCK 2,
HALLANDALE PARK NO. 11, CORRECTED PLAT, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT
THEREOF RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 27, AT PAGE 39, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF
DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA; THENCE RUN NORTH 65°41'00" WEST ALONG A LINE
THAT IS PERPENDICULAR TO THE SOUTHEASTERLY RIGHT OF WAY BOUNDARY
OF FEDERAL HIGHWAY (ALSO KNOWN AS U.S. NO. 1; ALSO KNOWN AS STATE
ROAD NO. 5) AS SHOWN ON RIGHT OF WAY MAP AS RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 34,
AT PAGE 54A, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, A
DISTANCE OF 43.42 FEET TO THE POINT OF CURVATURE OF A CURVE CONCAVE
TO THE SOUTHEAST AND HAVING FOR ITS ELEMENTS A RADIUS OF 25.00 FEET
AND A CENTRAL ANGLE OF 90' 00'00"; THENCE RUN NORTHWEST-WARDLY,
WESTWARDLY AND SOUTHWESTWARDLY ALONG THE ARC OF SAID CURVE A
DISTANCE OF 39.27 FEET TO THE POINT OF TANGENCY; SAID POINT BEING ON
THE SOUTHEASTERLY RIGHT OF WAY BOUNDARY OF SAID FEDERAL HIGHWAY;
THENCE RUN NORTH 24019'00" EAST ALONG SAID SOUTHEASTERLY RIGHT OF
WAY BOUNDARY OF FEDERAL HIGHWAY A DISTANCE OF 100.00 FEET TO THE
POINT OF CURVATURE OF A CURVE CONCAVE TO THE NORTHEAST AND HAVING
A RADIUS OF 25.00 FEET, SAID POINT OF CURVATURE BEARING NORTH 65041'00"
WEST FROM THE CENTER OF SAID CURVE; THENCE RUN SOUTHWESTWARDLY,
SOUTHWARDLY AND SOUTHEASTWARDLY ALONG THE ARC OF SAID CURVE,
THROUGH A CENTRAL ANGLE OF 90000'00", A DISTANCE OF 39.27 FEET TO THE
POINT OF TANGENCY; THENCE RUN SOUTH 65041'00" EAST A DISTANCE OF 19.70
FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING.
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AND LESS AND EXCEPT THEREFROM THAT RIGHT-OF-WAY GRANTED TO DADE
COUNTY IN DEED DATED AUGUST 23, 1978 RECORDED OCTOBER 30, 1978 IN
OFFICIAL RECORDS BOOK 10199, PAGE 1674, ALL OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF
DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS:
THE SOUTH 25.00 FEET OF THAT PART OF LOT 2, BLOCK 6, MAP OF THE TOWN OF
HALLANDALE ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK B,
AT PAGE 13 OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, LYING
EASTERLY OF THE SOUTHEASTERLY RIGHT OF WAY BOUNDARY OF FEDERAL
HIGHWAY (ALSO KNOWN AS U.S. NO. 1; ALSO KNOWN AS STATE ROAD NO. 5) AS
SHOWN ON RIGHT OF WAY MAP AS RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 34, AT PAGE 54A,
OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA.
ALSO
THE EXTERNAL AREA FORMED BY A 25 FOOT RADIUS CURVE CONCAVE TO THE
NORTHEAST, TANGENT TO THE SOUTH WITH A LINE THAT IS PARALLEL TO AND
25.00 FEET NORTHERLY OF, AS MEASURED AT RIGHT ANGLES TO, THE SOUTH
BOUNDARY OF SAID LOT 2, BLOCK 6, MAP OF THE TOWN OF HALLANDALE, AND
TANGENT TO THE NORTHWEST WITH THE SOUTHEASTERLY RIGHT OF WAY
BOUNDARY OF SAID FEDERAL HIGHWAY.
ALL OF THE FOREGOING PARCEL 3 LYING, SITUATE AND BEING IN THE
NORTHWEST ONE -QUARTER (NW 1/4) OF THE SOUTHEAST ONE -QUARTER (SE 1/4)
OF THE NORTHWEST ONE -QUARTER (NW 1/4) OF SECTION 34, TOWNSHIP 51
SOUTH, RANGE 42 EAST, MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA.
PARCEL 4:
A PORTION OF THAT VACATED NE 210TH STREET (MONTCLAIR WAY), VACATED
PER OFFICIAL RECORDS BOOK 31451, PAGE 1649 OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF
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OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF MIAMI/DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA BEING MORE
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COMMENCING AT THE INTERSECTION OF THE WEST LINE OF TRACT 'A', "DONN
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PAGE 30 OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF MIAMI/DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA AND THE
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CITY OF AVENTURA
OFFICE OF THE CITY MANAGER
MEMORANDUM
TO: City Commission
FROM: Bryan Pegues, City Manager
DATE: April 4, 2025
SUBJECT: Ordinance Amending Code Section 48-46 to Install and Operate
Speed Detection Systems in a Third City School Zone
April 8, 2025 City Commission Meeting Agenda (First Reading)
May 6, 2025 City Commission Meeting Agenda (Second Reading)
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Commission approve the attached amendment to the
ordinance enabling the City to install and operate school zone cameras in the school zone
designated for the Aventura Turnberry Jewish Center & Tauber Academy.
BACKGROUND
In 2023, the Florida Legislature passed a law authorizing municipalities to use speed zone
detection systems to enforce school zone speeding violations in excess of 10 miles over
the posted speed limit. All of the above elements of state law were followed when the City
passed Ordinance No. 2024-15, authorizing the placement and operation of speed
detection systems in two of the City's school zones (the Aventura City of Excellence and
the Don Soffer Aventura High School).
After a five-day study in February 2025 at the Aventura Turnberry Jewish Center & Tauber
Academy school zone, 3,376 speeding violations were detected, which constitutes a
heightened safety risk that warrants the placement and operation of school zone cameras
in this school zone as well. Prior to utilization of the automated system for citing motorists
for speeding in this abovementioned school zone, the City must undertake a public
awareness campaign and post signage regarding the placement of said system.
BUDGETARY IMPACT
This amendment may have a modest impact on the City's budget, as the City will receive
a percentage of the school zone citations issued through the automated system.
However, a service fee from each violation will be paid to the vendor to cover all costs
associated with system installation, maintenance, violation processing services, DMV
records access, program support, and access to the online SPE system for certified
peace officer review. Additionally, the City will incur costs related to retaining a hearing
officer and handling enforcement and appeals.
CITY OF AVENTURA ORDINANCE NO. 2025-
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
AVENTURA, FLORIDA, AMENDING SECTION 48-46 OF THE CITY'S
CODE OF ORDINANCES TO AUTHORIZE THE PLACEMENT,
INSTALLATION, AND OPERATION OF SPEED DETECTION SYSTEMS
AT THE TURNBERRY JEWISH CENTER AND TAUBER ACADEMY
SCHOOL ZONE; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS, SEVERABILITY,
CODIFICATION, AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, Section 48-46 of the City of Aventura (the "City") Code of Ordinances
(the "Code") authorizes the use of automated speed detection systems to enforce school
zone speed limits within the City's jurisdiction in accordance with the provisions of state
law, including F.S. Ch. 316; and
WHEREAS, Section 316.008, Florida Statutes, provides that a city implementing
speed detection systems "must enact an ordinance in order to authorize the placement
or installation of a speed detection system on a roadway maintained as a school zone"
and that, as part of the public hearing on such proposed ordinance, the city must consider
traffic data or other evidence supporting the installation and operation of each proposed
school zone speed detection system, and "must determine that the school zone where a
speed detection system is to be placed or installed constitutes a heightened safety risk
that warrants additional enforcement measures;" and
WHEREAS, City Commission enacted Ordinance No. 2024-15 authorizing the
placement, installation and operation of speed detection systems at the school zones
designated for the Aventura City of Excellence and the Don Soffer Aventura High School;
and
WHEREAS, RedSpeed, the City's consultant, has collected traffic data from
February 3-7, 2025 and provided the "School Zone Speed Study" for the Aventura
Turnberry Jewish Center & Tauber Academy school zone for consideration by the City
Commission, which is attached hereto as Exhibit "A"; and
WHEREAS, consistent with the requirements of Section 316.008, Florida Statutes,
in consideration of creating a speed detection system program, the City held a public
hearing at which traffic data demonstrating a significant safety need for traffic infraction
detectors was presented at the above location; and
Underlined provisions constitute proposed additions to existing text. Remaining provisions are now in
effect and remain unchanged.
City of Aventura Ordinance No. 2025-
WHEREAS, after consideration of the traffic data provided in the Report and other
relevant evidence presented at the public hearing held on April 8, 2025, the City
Commission has determined that the school zone for the following school constitutes a
heighted safety risk that warrants additional enforcement measures pursuant to Section
316.008(9), Florida Statutes: Aventura Turnberry Jewish Center & Tauber Academy -
20400 NE 30th Avenue, Aventura, FL; and
City.
WHEREAS, the City has determined that this Ordinance in the best interest of the
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA, AS FOLLOWS THAT:
Section 1. Recitals Adopted. Each of the above stated recitals is hereby
adopted and confirmed.
Section 2. City Code Amended. Section 48-46 of the Code of Ordinances, City
of Aventura, Florida, is hereby amended as follows: 1
Sec. 48-46. Speed detection systems in school zones.
(d) Determination of Safety Need. SDSs are authorized for use at the following
locations, based upon the City Commission's finding that the school zones where
speed detection systems are to be placed or installed constitute a heightened
safety risk that warrant additional enforcement measures:
• Aventura City of Excellence School - 3333 NE 188t" Street, Aventura, FL
• Don Soffer Aventura High School - 351 NE 213t" Street, Aventura, FL
• Aventura Turnberry Jewish Center and Tauber Academy - 20400 NE 30th
Avenue, Aventura. FL
(e) Implementation of Speed Limit Detection Systems in School Zones.
(1) In accordance with the Laws of Florida, as of the effective date of this
ordinance, the City authorizes the implementation of the provisions and
requirements of F.S. §§ 316.008 and 316.1896. The City will implement speed
detection systems within the City of Aventura consistent with the placement
and installation specifications established by the Florida Department of
Transportation, as such may be amended from time to time, to enforce
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Underlined provisions constitute proposed additions to existing text. Remaining provisions are now in
effect and remain unchanged.
City of Aventura Ordinance No. 2025-
unlawful speed violations, as specified in F.S. §§ 316.1895 and 316.183, on
roadways maintained as school zones.
(2) Designation of Local Hearing Officer. The City's Special Magistrate, as a Local
Hearing Officer, is designated to conduct hearings requested by alleged
violators desiring to contest notices of violation detected by SDS in accordance
with F.S. Ch. 316.
(3) Designation of Local Hearing Officer Clerk. The Special Magistrate Clerk is
designated to serve as the clerk for the Local Hearing Officer.
(4) Pursuant to F.S. § 316.1896, a traffic infraction enforcement officer under F.S.
§ 316.640, is authorized to issue uniform traffic citations for violations of F.S.
§§ 316.1895 and 316.183, as authorized by F.S. § 316.008(9).
(5) Notices, Penalties and Appeals. The City's Police Chief, or designee, shall
provide notices of violation, assess penalties, remit applicable portions of
assessed penalties, and provide for hearing procedures and appeals
consistent with the requirements of the administration and enforcement of the
SDS under F.S. Ch. 316, as such may be amended from time to time.
(6) Signage and Public Awareness Campaign. The City's Police Chief, or
designee, shall post signage and conduct a public awareness campaign
regarding the placement or installation of speed detection systems consistent
with the administration and enforcement of the SDS under F.S. Ch. 316, as
such may be amended from time to time.
(7) Reporting. The City's Police Chief, or designee, shall comply with the SDS
reporting requirements under F.S. Ch. 316, as such may be amended from
time to time.
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 shall
remain in effect, it being the legislative intent that this Ordinance shall stand notwithstanding
the invalidity of any part.
Section 4. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall be effective immediately upon
adoption on second reading.
The foregoing Ordinance was offered by Commissioner who moved its
adoption on first reading. The motion was seconded by Commissioner and,
upon being put to a vote, the vote was as follows:
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Underlined provisions constitute proposed additions to existing text. Remaining provisions are now in
effect and remain unchanged.
City of Aventura Ordinance No. 2025-
Commissioner Clifford B. Ain
Commissioner Gustavo Blachman
Commissioner Amit Bloom
Commissioner Paul A. Kruss
Commissioner Cindy Orlinsky
Vice Mayor Rachel S. Friedland
Mayor Howard S. Weinberg
The foregoing Ordinance was offered by Commissioner , who moved its
adoption on second reading. This motion was seconded by Commissioner ,
and upon being put to a vote, the vote was as follows:
Commissioner Clifford B. Ain
Commissioner Gustavo Blachman
Commissioner Amit Bloom
Commissioner Paul A. Kruss
Commissioner Cindy Orlinsky
Vice Mayor Rachel S. Friedland
Mayor Howard S. Weinberg
PASSED on first reading this 8t" day of April, 2025.
PASSED AND ADOPTED on second reading this 6t" day of May, 2025.
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Underlined provisions constitute proposed additions to existing text. Remaining provisions are now in
effect and remain unchanged.
City of Aventura Ordinance No. 2025-
HOWARD S. WEINBERG, ESQ.
MAYOR
ATTEST:
ELLISA L. HORVATH, MMC
CITY CLERK
APPROVED AS TO LEGAL SUFFICIENCY:
ROBERT MEYERS
CITY ATTORNEY
WEISS SEROTA HELFMAN COLE + BIERMAN, P.L.
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Underlined provisions constitute proposed additions to existing text. Remaining provisions are now in
effect and remain unchanged.
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School Zone Speed Study
Conducted by RedSpeed for City Of Aventura
February 3rd thru 7th, 2025
- Duringa Five -Da traffic stud conducted b RedS eed for the
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City of Aventura, more than 200 daily drivers exceeded the
posted speed limit by over 10 mph in each of the top one (1)
school zones listed below.
Aventura Turnberry Jewish Center & Tauber NE 30th St
Academy
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M Florida Schools Speed Study
Aventura Turnberry Jewish Center & Tauber Academy, City of Aventura
STUDY LOCATION:
SCHOOL ZONE SPEED LIMIT (During Enforced Hrs):
SPEED LIMIT (During Normal Hrs):
NE 30th Ave
15 MPH
30 MPH
VIOLATION TRIGGER SPEED:
26 MPH and 41 MPH (Respectively)
SCHOOL ZONE HOURS OF OPERATION:
7:15 AM — 8:15 AM / 3:15 PM - 4:00 PM
STUDY DATE & TIME:
02-03/07-2025 (5 Days), 6:00 AM — 6:00 PM
TRAFFIC STUDY VEHICLE COUNT:
22,736
WEATHER CONDITIONS:
FAIR, NO RAIN
# OF LANES:
DIRECTION:
VIOLATIONS DETECTED:
ONE LANE IN EACH DIRECTION
NORTHBOUND — SOUTHBOUND
3,376
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MAventura Turnberry Jewish Center & Tauber Academy, City of Aventura
Violations Recorded:
400
350
300
250
200
150
100
50
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290 .
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12:00
13:00
14:00
15:00
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0
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0
0
0
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66
78
81
69
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78
81
69
71
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Overall %of
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261
3,764
97
452
292
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2/4/2025
2/5/2025
354
395
267
300
3,446
3,735
91
108
361
493
203
342
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2/6/2025
2/7/2025
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290
259
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3,967
112
84
433
466
291
379
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3,376
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CITY OF AVENTURA
OFFICE OF THE CITY MANAGER
MEMORANDUM
TO: City Commission
FROM: Bryan Pegues, City Manager
DATE: April 4, 2025
SUBJECT: Stormwater Utility Fund Rate Recommendation of 1 ERU = $6.175
A stormwater utility fund operates on a fee structure rather than taxes. Property owners
are charged fees based on specific criteria: 1 Equivalent Residential Unit (ERU) per
residential dwelling and 1 ERU for every 1,548 square feet of impervious area for non-
residential properties. This distinguishes it from property taxes, which are tied to property
value. The fee system ensures that the financial contribution aligns more closely with the
property's impact on stormwater runoff, creating a more equitable funding mechanism for
stormwater management efforts.
To properly evaluate the effectiveness of a stormwater utility fund, it is essential to
accurately record all related expenditures and revenues within the fund. This ensures a
clear understanding of the fund's financial status, helps pinpoint inefficiencies, and
informs decisions about future improvements. Expenditures includes items such as
infrastructure maintenance, equipment, personnel costs, and regulatory compliance.
Fund Performance and Five -Year Projection
Table 1 below provides a summary of the fund's five-year projection and its performance
from FY26 through FY30, based on the current fee schedule of 1 ERU = $3.50. Key
expenditure categories include:
1- Professional Services: This category covers consulting services for National
Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permitting, Community Rating
System (CRS) compliance and upkeep, and stormwater-related engineering.
2- Street Maintenance/Drainage: This includes services required to clean 100% of
the city -owned drainage infrastructure, such as catch basins, manholes, pipes,
outfalls, drainage wells, as well as street sweeping.
3- Landscape/Vegetation Maintenance: This encompasses maintenance of the city's
rights -of -way and vegetated swales.
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4- Salary Share: This accounts for the proportion of salaries allocated to personnel
involved in work related to the stormwater system.
5- NE 191 st Street System Stormwater Project: This expenditure line item pertains to
the construction of the NE 191 st Street System, including stormwater infrastructure
and right-of-way improvements.
6- NE 185th Street Outfall Repair Project: This expenditure line item covers the
reconstruction of the collapsed outfall at NE 185th Street.
7- Emergency Repair Reserve: This expenditure line item establishes a reserve fund
to address unexpected projects requiring urgent repairs.
Table 1- Five -Year Projection, 1 ERU= $3.50
.Total
Stormwater Utility Fees @95% Collection
$ 1,385,448
$ 1,427,011
$ 1,469,821
$ 1,513,916
$ 1,559,334
$ 7,355,530
Interest
20,000
20,600
21,218
21,855
22,510
106,183
Revenue Total
$ 1,405,448
$ 1,447,611
$ 1,491,039
$ 1,535,771
$ 1,581,844
$ 7,461,713
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Professional Services
150,000
154,500
159,135
163,909
168,826
796,370
LandscapeNegetation Maintenance
385,000
396,550
408,447
420,700
433,321
2,044,017
Street Maintenance/Drainage
550,000
566,500
583,495
601,000
619,030
2,920,025
Subscriptions & Memberships
1,500
1,545
1,591
1,639
1,688
7,964
Conferences & Seminars
3,500
3,605
3,713
3,825
3,939
18,582
Training
3,000
3,090
3,183
3,278
3,377
15,927
Salary Share -Public Works
298,000
306,940
316,148
325,633
335,402
1,582,122
SalaryShare- Administration
20,000
20,600
21,218
21,855
22,510
106,183
Operating Cost Total
$ 1,411,000
$ 1,453,330
$ 1,496,930
$ 1,541,838
$ 1,588,093
$ 7,491,191
NE 191 st Street System Stormwater Project
2,500,000
4,000,000
6,500,000
NE 185th Street Outfall Repair Project
300,000
300,000
Emergency Repair Reserve
300,000
309,000
318,270
327,818
337,653
1,592,741
Capital Cost Total
$ 3,100,000
$ 4,309,000
$ 318,270
$ 327,818
$ 337,653
$ 8,392,741
Expenditure Total
$ 4,511,000
$ 5,762,330
$ 1,815,200
$ 1,869,656
$ 1,925,746
$ 15,883,931
Change in Fund Balance
$ (3,105,552) $ (4,314,719) $ (324,160) $ (333,885) $ (343,902) $
(8,422,219)
Beginning Fund Balance
3,014,937
(90,615)
(4,405,334)
(4,729,495)
(5,063,380)
3,014,937
Ending Fund Balance
(90,615)
(4,405,334)
(4,729,495)
(5,063,380)
(5,407,282)
(5,407,282)
As illustrated in Table 1, maintaining the current ERU rate of $3.50 will result in a projected
deficit of $5,407,282 for the stormwater fund at the end of the five-year period.
The staff recommends increasing the ERU rate to $6.12
city to ensure the existing system operates at 100% o
funding for major capital projects, and establish a robust
and future capital initiatives. A five-year projection with 1
in Table 2 below.
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5
. This adjustment will allow the
f its intended capacity, secure
reserve for emergency repairs
ERU set at $6.125 is presented
Table 2 - Five -Year Projection, 1 ERU= $6.175
Revenue -1
.
mFY2027
FY2028
m FY2029
FY2030
Total
Stormwater Utility Fees @95% Collection
$ 2,424,533
$ 2,497,269
$ 2,572,188
$ 2,649,353
$ 2,728,834
$ 12,872,177
Interest
20,000
20,600
21,218
21,855
22,510
106,183
Revenue Total
$ 2,444,533
$ 2,517,869
$ 2,593,406
$ 2,671,208
$ 2,751,344
$ 12,978,360
Expenditures
Professional Services
150,000
154,500
159,135
163,909
168,826
796,370
LandscapeNegetation Maintenance
385,000
396,550
408,447
420,700
433,321
2,044,017
Street Maintenance/Drainage
550,000
566,500
583,495
601,000
619,030
2,920,025
Subscriptions & Memberships
1,500
1,545
1,591
1,639
1,688
7,964
Conferences & Seminars
3,500
3,605
3,713
3,825
3,939
18,582
Training
3,000
3,090
3,183
3,278
3,377
15,927
Salary Share -Public Works
298,000
306,940
316,148
325,633
335,402
1,582,122
SalaryShare- Administration
20,000
20,600
21,218
21,855
22,510
106,183
Operating Cost Total
$ 1,411,000
$ 1,453,330
0,496,930
0,541,838
$ 1,588,093
$ 7,491,191
NE 191 st Street System Stormwater Project
2,500,000
4,000,000
6,500,000
NE 185th Street Outfall Repair Project
300,000
300,000
Emergency Repair Reserve
300,000
309,000
318,270
327,818
337,653
1,592,741
Capital Cost Total
$ 3,100,000
$ 4,309,000
$ 318,270
$ 327,818
$ 337,653
$ 8,392,741
Expenditure Total
$ 4,511,000
$ 5,762,330
$ 1,815,200
$ 1,869,656
$ 1,925,746
$ 15,883,931
Change in Fund Balance_"qff-$
(2,066,467) $ (3,244,461) $ 778,206
$ 801,552
$ 825,598
$ (2,905,571)
Beginning Fund Balance
3,014,937
948,470
(2,295,990)
(1,517,784)
(716,233)
3,014,937
Ending Fund Balance
948,470
(2,295,990)
(1,517,784)
(716,233)
109,366
109,366
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CITY OF AVENTURA RESOLUTION NO. 2025-
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
AVENTURA, FLORIDA, AMENDING RESOLUTION NO.2016-49 WHICH
REVISED THE STORMWATER UTILITY FEE TO BE CHARGED FOR
EACH EQUIVALENT RESIDENTIAL UNIT; AUTHORIZING THE CITY
MANAGER TO ALL THINGS NECESSARY TO CARRY OUT THE AIMS
OF THIS RESOLUTION; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, Ordinance No. 97-18, the Stormwater Utility System Ordinance,
adopted by the City Commission on August 5, 1997, places upon the City Commission
the responsibility to establish and revise the rate of the fee to be charged for each
Equivalent Residential Unit, as the City's Stormwater Utility Fee; and
WHEREAS, the City Commission adopted Resolution No. 98-85 establishing rates
effective October 1, 1998 and revised these rates by adopting Resolution 2016-49, which
took effect on October 1, 2016; and
WHEREAS, there is a need to provide additional funding to make future
stormwater-related capital improvements as outlined in the City Manager's Memorandum
attached hereto as Exhibit "A"; and
WHEREAS, the current Equivalent Residential Unit rate of $3.50 per month
(unchanged since 2016) is insufficient to fund these critical stormwater-related capital
improvement projects; and
WHEREAS, the City Commission has held a public hearing hereon and finds this
rate increase is in the best interest and welfare of the residents of the City.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA:
Section 1. That Section 1 of Resolution No. 2016-49 is hereby amended to
provide that the rate to be charged for the Stormwater Utility Fee for each Equivalent
Residential Unit ("ERU") shall be $6.175 per month.
Section 2. That ERUs are assigned and calculated for Single Family Dwelling
Units, Multi -Family Dwelling Units and Non -Residential Developed Property pursuant to
City of Aventura Resolution No. 2025-
Sections 4 and 5 of the Stormwater Utility Ordinance, in accordance with the rate
established in Section 1 of this Resolution.
Section 3. That the foregoing Stormwater Utility Fee rates shall become
effective on and be applied to all bills for Stormwater Management issued after October
1, 2025.
Section 4. That the City Manager is hereby authorized to do all things necessary
to carry out the aims of this Resolution.
Section 5. 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 Clifford B. Ain
Commissioner Gustavo Blachman
Commissioner Amit Bloom
Commissioner Paul A. Kruss
Commissioner Cindy Orlinsky
Vice Mayor Rachel S. Friedland
Mayor Howard S. Weinberg
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 8t" day of April, 2025.
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City of Aventura Resolution No. 2025-
HOWARD S. WEINBERG, ESQ.
MAYOR
ATTEST:
ELLISA L. HORVATH, MMC
CITY CLERK
APPROVED AS TO LEGAL SUFFICIENCY:
ROBERT MEYERS
CITY ATTORNEY
WEISS SEROTA HELFMAN COLE + BIERMAN, P.L.
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CITY OF AVENTURA
OFFICE OF THE CITY MANAGER
MEMORANDUM
TO: City Commission
FROM: Bryan Pegues, City Manager
DATE: April 4, 2025
SUBJECT: Stormwater Utility Fund Rate Recommendation of 1 ERU = $6.175
A stormwater utility fund operates on a fee structure rather than taxes. Property owners
are charged fees based on specific criteria: 1 Equivalent Residential Unit (ERU) per
residential dwelling and 1 ERU for every 1,548 square feet of impervious area for non-
residential properties. This distinguishes it from property taxes, which are tied to property
value. The fee system ensures that the financial contribution aligns more closely with the
property's impact on stormwater runoff, creating a more equitable funding mechanism for
stormwater management efforts.
To properly evaluate the effectiveness of a stormwater utility fund, it is essential to
accurately record all related expenditures and revenues within the fund. This ensures a
clear understanding of the fund's financial status, helps pinpoint inefficiencies, and
informs decisions about future improvements. Expenditures includes items such as
infrastructure maintenance, equipment, personnel costs, and regulatory compliance.
Fund Performance and Five -Year Projection
Table 1 below provides a summary of the fund's five-year projection and its performance
from FY26 through FY30, based on the current fee schedule of 1 ERU = $3.50. Key
expenditure categories include:
1- Professional Services: This category covers consulting services for National
Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permitting, Community Rating
System (CRS) compliance and upkeep, and stormwater-related engineering.
2- Street Maintenance/Drainage: This includes services required to clean 100% of
the city -owned drainage infrastructure, such as catch basins, manholes, pipes,
outfalls, drainage wells, as well as street sweeping.
3- Landscape/Vegetation Maintenance: This encompasses maintenance of the city's
rights -of -way and vegetated swales.
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4- Salary Share: This accounts for the proportion of salaries allocated to personnel
involved in work related to the stormwater system.
5- NE 191 st Street System Stormwater Project: This expenditure line item pertains to
the construction of the NE 191 st Street System, including stormwater infrastructure
and right-of-way improvements.
6- NE 185th Street Outfall Repair Project: This expenditure line item covers the
reconstruction of the collapsed outfall at NE 185th Street.
7- Emergency Repair Reserve: This expenditure line item establishes a reserve fund
to address unexpected projects requiring urgent repairs.
Table 1- Five -Year Projection, 1 ERU= $3.50
.Total
Stormwater Utility Fees @95% Collection
$ 1,385,448
$ 1,427,011
$ 1,469,821
$ 1,513,916
$ 1,559,334
$ 7,355,530
Interest
20,000
20,600
21,218
21,855
22,510
106,183
Revenue Total
$ 1,405,448
$ 1,447,611
$ 1,491,039
$ 1,535,771
$ 1,581,844
$ 7,461,713
. .
Professional Services
150,000
154,500
159,135
163,909
168,826
796,370
LandscapeNegetation Maintenance
385,000
396,550
408,447
420,700
433,321
2,044,017
Street Maintenance/Drainage
550,000
566,500
583,495
601,000
619,030
2,920,025
Subscriptions & Memberships
1,500
1,545
1,591
1,639
1,688
7,964
Conferences & Seminars
3,500
3,605
3,713
3,825
3,939
18,582
Training
3,000
3,090
3,183
3,278
3,377
15,927
Salary Share -Public Works
298,000
306,940
316,148
325,633
335,402
1,582,122
SalaryShare- Administration
20,000
20,600
21,218
21,855
22,510
106,183
Operating Cost Total
$ 1,411,000
$ 1,453,330
$ 1,496,930
$ 1,541,838
$ 1,588,093
$ 7,491,191
NE 191 st Street System Stormwater Project
2,500,000
4,000,000
6,500,000
NE 185th Street Outfall Repair Project
300,000
300,000
Emergency Repair Reserve
300,000
309,000
318,270
327,818
337,653
1,592,741
Capital Cost Total
$ 3,100,000
$ 4,309,000
$ 318,270
$ 327,818
$ 337,653
$ 8,392,741
Expenditure Total
$ 4,511,000
$ 5,762,330
$ 1,815,200
$ 1,869,656
$ 1,925,746
$ 15,883,931
Change in Fund Balance
$ (3,105,552) $ (4,314,719) $ (324,160) $ (333,885) $ (343,902) $
(8,422,219)
Beginning Fund Balance
3,014,937
(90,615)
(4,405,334)
(4,729,495)
(5,063,380)
3,014,937
Ending Fund Balance
(90,615)
(4,405,334)
(4,729,495)
(5,063,380)
(5,407,282)
(5,407,282)
As illustrated in Table 1, maintaining the current ERU rate of $3.50 will result in a projected
deficit of $5,407,282 for the stormwater fund at the end of the five-year period.
The staff recommends increasing the ERU rate to $6.12
city to ensure the existing system operates at 100% o
funding for major capital projects, and establish a robust
and future capital initiatives. A five-year projection with 1
in Table 2 below.
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5
. This adjustment will allow the
f its intended capacity, secure
reserve for emergency repairs
ERU set at $6.125 is presented
Table 2 - Five -Year Projection, 1 ERU= $6.175
Revenue -1
.
mFY2027
FY2028
m FY2029
FY2030
Total
Stormwater Utility Fees @95% Collection
$ 2,424,533
$ 2,497,269
$ 2,572,188
$ 2,649,353
$ 2,728,834
$ 12,872,177
Interest
20,000
20,600
21,218
21,855
22,510
106,183
Revenue Total
$ 2,444,533
$ 2,517,869
$ 2,593,406
$ 2,671,208
$ 2,751,344
$ 12,978,360
Expenditures
Professional Services
150,000
154,500
159,135
163,909
168,826
796,370
LandscapeNegetation Maintenance
385,000
396,550
408,447
420,700
433,321
2,044,017
Street Maintenance/Drainage
550,000
566,500
583,495
601,000
619,030
2,920,025
Subscriptions & Memberships
1,500
1,545
1,591
1,639
1,688
7,964
Conferences & Seminars
3,500
3,605
3,713
3,825
3,939
18,582
Training
3,000
3,090
3,183
3,278
3,377
15,927
Salary Share -Public Works
298,000
306,940
316,148
325,633
335,402
1,582,122
SalaryShare- Administration
20,000
20,600
21,218
21,855
22,510
106,183
Operating Cost Total
$ 1,411,000
$ 1,453,330
0,496,930
0,541,838
$ 1,588,093
$ 7,491,191
NE 191 st Street System Stormwater Project
2,500,000
4,000,000
6,500,000
NE 185th Street Outfall Repair Project
300,000
300,000
Emergency Repair Reserve
300,000
309,000
318,270
327,818
337,653
1,592,741
Capital Cost Total
$ 3,100,000
$ 4,309,000
$ 318,270
$ 327,818
$ 337,653
$ 8,392,741
Expenditure Total
$ 4,511,000
$ 5,762,330
$ 1,815,200
$ 1,869,656
$ 1,925,746
$ 15,883,931
Change in Fund Balance_"qff-$
(2,066,467) $ (3,244,461) $ 778,206
$ 801,552
$ 825,598
$ (2,905,571)
Beginning Fund Balance
3,014,937
948,470
(2,295,990)
(1,517,784)
(716,233)
3,014,937
Ending Fund Balance
948,470
(2,295,990)
(1,517,784)
(716,233)
109,366
109,366
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