07-01-2025 City Commission Regular Meeting AgendaCITY OF AVENTURA
Aventura Government Center
19200 West Country Club Drive
Aventura, FL 33180
..� V r■.
e4
q
CITY COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
July 1, 2025
6:00 p.m.
Aventura Government Center
Commission Chambers
City Commission
Mayor Howard S. Weinberg, Esq.
Vice Mayor Cindy Orlinsky
Commissioner Clifford B. Ain
Commissioner Gustavo Blachman
Commissioner Amit Bloom
Commissioner Rachel S. Friedland, Esq.
Commissioner Paul A. Kruss
City Manager Bryan Pegues
City Clerk Ellisa L. Horvath, MMC
City Attorneys Weiss Serota Helfman Cole & Bierman
Aventura City Commission Regular Meeting Agenda July 1, 2025
CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. AGENDA: Request for Deletions/Emergency Additions
4. COMMISSION REPORTS
5. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS:
• Proclamations
• Special Recognitions
• Employee Service Awards — None.
• USDOT Vision Zero - Safe Streets for All
6. 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:
• June 3, 2025 City Commission Regular Meeting
• June 12, 2025 City Commission Regular Workshop
B. 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.
7. 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.
RESOLUTION/PUBLIC HEARING:
Page 1 of 3
Aventura City Commission Regular Meeting Agenda
July 1, 2025
A. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA,
GRANTING AMENDED CONDITIONAL USE APPROVAL PURSUANT TO SECTION 31-
145(B)(3)M OF THE CITY CODE TO PERMIT THE DEVELOPMENT OF PADEL COURTS,
SHADE COVERS, AND ACCESSORY FACILITIES ON THE TOP FLOOR OF THE EXISTING
PARKING GARAGE LOCATED AT 18851 NE 29 AVENUE; PROVIDING FOR CONDITIONS;
AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Note: The Quasi -Judicial procedures of the City shall be invoked for this item.
ORDINANCES — SECOND READING/PUBLIC HEARINGS:
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
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN PURSUANT TO SECTION 163.3187, FLORIDA STATUTES, TO
REDESIGNATE AN APPROXIMATE 3.01 ACRE TRACT OF LAND ON THE SOUTHWEST
CORNER OF NE 187 STREET AND NE 28 COURT, IDENTIFIED BY FOLIO NUMBERS 28-
2203-043-0010 AND 28-2203-033-0010, FROM "BUSINESS AND OFFICE" TO "TOWN
CENTER"; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING
FOR INCLUSION IN THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN; AND PROVIDING FORAN EFFECTIVE
DATE.
Note: The Quasi -Judicial procedures of the City shall be invoked for this item
C. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA, AMENDING THE OFFICIAL
ZONING MAP BY CHANGING THE ZONING DESIGNATION OF AN APPROXIMATE 3.01
ACRE TRACT OF LAND ON THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF NE 187 STREET AND NE 28
COURT, IDENTIFIED BY FOLIO NUMBERS 28-2203-043-0010 AND 28-2203-033-0010,
FROM "COMMUNITY BUSINESS DISTRICT (B2)" TO "TOWN CENTER DISTRICT (TC1)";
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.
RESOLUTIONS/PUBLIC HEARINGS:
D. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA,
GRANTING A VARIANCE FROM SECTION 31-145(B)(1)A OF THE CITY'S LAND
DEVELOPMENTS REGULATIONS TO PERMIT A MIXED USE DEVELOPMENT WHERE
THE RATIO OF SQUARE FEET OF RESIDENTIAL USES TO COMMERCIAL USES IS
10.58:1 WHERE A MAXIMUM RATIO OF 3:1 IS REQUIRED; AND VARIANCE FROM
SECTION 31-145(B)(5)F TO PERMIT: (1) A FRONT SETBACK OF 15 FEET WHERE 25 FEET
IS REQUIRED; (2) A SIDE STREET SETBACK OF 15 FEET WHERE 20 FEET IS REQUIRED;
AND (3) A REAR SETBACK OF 12 FEET WHERE 20 FEET IS REQUIRED; FOR THE
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2770, 2822, 2826, 2830, 2834 AND 2850 NE 187 STREET;
PROVIDING FOR IMPLEMENTATION; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Note: The Quasi -Judicial procedures of the City shall be invoked for this item.
E. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA,
GRANTING CONDITIONAL USE APPROVAL, PURSUANT TO SECTION 31-145(B)3 OF
THE CITY CODE OF ORDINANCES: (1) TO PERMIT A DENSITY OF 69 DWELLING UNITS
PER ACRE FOR A PROJECT PROVIDING HERO HOUSING, WHERE THE CITY CODE
PERMITS 25; (2) TO PERMIT HEIGHTS UP TO 17 STORIES (174'), WHERE THE CITY
CODE PERMITS FOUR (4) STORIES (50'); AND (3) TO PERMIT MINIMUM FLOOR AREAS
OF 800 SQUARE FEET FOR ONE BEDROOM UNITS, WHERE THE MINIMUM
REQUIREMENT IS 900 SQUARE FEET; FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2770, 2822,
2826, 2830, 2834 AND 2850 NE 187 STREET; PROVIDING FOR CONDITIONS OF
APPROVAL; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Note: The Quasi -Judicial procedures of the City shall be invoked for this item.
Page 2 of 3
Aventura City Commission Regular Meeting Agenda
July 1, 2025
8. ORDINANCES — FIRST READING/PUBLIC HEARINGS:
A. AVENTURA CITY COMMISSION ACTING IN ITS CAPACITY AS THE GOVERNING BOARD
FOR THE AVENTURA CITY OF EXCELLENCE SCHOOL (ACES):
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA,
AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 2024-09, WHICH ORDINANCE ADOPTED THE AVENTURA
CITY OF EXCELLENCE SCHOOL BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2024/2025 (JULY 1 — JUNE
30) BY REVISING THE 2024/2025 FISCAL YEAR BUDGET DOCUMENT AS OUTLINED IN
EXHIBIT "A" ATTACHED HERETO; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO DO ALL
THINGS NECESSARY TO CARRY OUT THE AIMS OF THIS ORDINANCE; AND PROVIDING
FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
B. AVENTURA CITY COMMISSION ACTING IN ITS CAPACITY AS THE GOVERNING BOARD
FOR THE DON SOFFER AVENTURA HIGH SCHOOL (DSAHS):
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA,
AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 2024-10, WHICH ORDINANCE ADOPTED THE DON
SOFFER AVENTURA HIGH SCHOOL BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2024/2025 (JULY 1 —
JUNE 30) BY REVISING THE 2024/2025 FISCAL YEAR BUDGET DOCUMENT AS
OUTLINED IN EXHIBIT "A" ATTACHED HERETO; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO
DO ALL THINGS NECESSARY TO CARRY OUT THE AIMS OF THIS ORDINANCE; AND
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
9. ORDINANCES — SECOND READING/PUBLIC HEARINGS: None.
10. RESOLUTIONS/PUBLIC INPUT: None.
11. STAFF REPORTS
12. PUBLIC COMMENTS
13. OTHER BUSINESS: None.
14. 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 — JULY 17, 2025 AT 9 AM
COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING — SEPTEMBER 2, 2025 AT 6 PM
COMMISSION FIRST BUDGET HEARING — SEPTEMER 9, 2025 AT 5:01 P.M.
COMMISSION SECOND BUDGET HEARING — SEPTEMBER 16, 2025 AT 5:01 P.M.
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.
Page 3 of 3
CITY OF AVENTURA
OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK
MEMORANDUM
TO: City Commission
FROM: Ellisa L. Horvath, MMC, City Clerk
DATE: June 27, 2025
SUBJECT: Approval of Minutes
July 1, 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:
• June 3, 2025 City Commission Regular Meeting
• June 12, 2025 City Commission Regular Workshop
Should you have any questions, please contact me.
/elh
attachments
a
AVENTURA CITY COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
JUNE 3, 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 6:13 p.m. The roll was called and the following were present: Mayor Howard
S. Weinberg, Vice Mayor Cindy Orlinsky, Commissioner Clifford B. Ain, Commissioner
Gustavo Blachman, Commissioner Amit Bloom, Commissioner Rachel S. Friedland,
Commissioner Paul A. Kruss', 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 Mayor Weinberg.
3. COMMISSION REPORTS: The following reports were provided by members of
the City Commission:
Commissioner Bloom congratulated the Don Soffer Aventura High School graduating
class of 2025 and reported on the upcoming Fraud and Identity Theft Town Hall hosted
by the Aventura Police Department Economic Crimes Unit on June 4, 2025.
4. AGENDA: REQUESTS FOR DELETIONS/EMERGENCY ADDITIONS: None.
5. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS:
• Proclamations: None.
• Special Recognitions:
Judge Roy Altman, U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida:
A Certificate of Special Recognition was presented to Judge Altman for
his courageous public stance against antisemitism. Judge Altman
provided remarks.
' Participated via Zoom.
Aventura City Commission Regular Meeting Minutes
June 3, 2025
Community Services Advisory Board Members: Certificates of
Appointment were presented to the newly appointed members in
attendance.
• Employee Service Awards — None.
RECESS: A motion to recess the meeting until the conclusion of the Local Planning
Agency Meeting was offered by Commissioner Bloom, seconded by Commissioner Ain,
and passed unanimously by roll call vote; thus, recessing the meeting at 6:59 p.m. The
meeting was reconvened at 7:12 p.m. with all members in attendance as noted for
Agenda Item 1.
6. 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 Blachman, and passed unanimously by roll call vote.
The following action was taken:
A. Minutes approved as follows:
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
• May 6, 2025 City Commission Regular Meeting
• May 22, 2025 City Commission Special Meeting
• May 22, 2025 City Commission Regular Workshop
B. Resolution No. 2025-35 adopted as follows:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA,
SELECTING CLEAN SPACE, LLC AND LINK HOSPITALITY CORP. FOR CUSTODIAL
SERVICES PURSUANT TO RFP 2025-001; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO
NEGOTIATE AND EXECUTE AGREEMENTS; PROVIDING FOR IMPLEMENTATION; AND
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
C. Resolution No. 2025-36 adopted as follows:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA,
SELECTING STAR CLEANING USA, INC. FOR STREET SWEEPING SERVICES
PURSUANT TO RFQT 2025-001; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO NEGOTIATE
AND EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT; PROVIDING FOR IMPLEMENTATION; AND PROVIDING
FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
D. Resolution No. 2025-37 adopted as follows:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA,
WAIVING THE FORMAL COMPETITIVE BIDDING REQUIREMENTS AND ALLOWING FOR
THE AWARD OF A CONTRACT UNDER THE SOLE SOURCE JUSTIFICATION PURSUANT
TO CITY CODE SECTION 2-253(1); AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO NEGOTIATE
Page 2 of 7
Aventura City Commission Regular Meeting Minutes
June 3, 2025
AND ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT FOR CITYWIDE TRAFFIC VIDEO MANAGEMENT
SYSTEM AND MAINTENANCE IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEEED $125,000 ANNUALLY
BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF AVENTURA AND PACKETALK, LLC; PROVIDING FOR
IMPLEMENTATION; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
E. Resolution No. 2025-38 adopted as follows:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA,
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ADOPT PROCEDURES FOR SCHOOL ZONE
SPEED DETECTION HEARINGS CONSISTENT WITH SECTION 316.0083(5) AND
SECTION 316.1896(14), FLORIDA STATUTES; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO
DESIGNATE A CITY EMPLOYEE TO SERVE AS CLERK TO THE CITY HEARING OFFICER;
PROVIDING FOR IMPLEMENTATION; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
F. Resolution No. 2025-39 adopted as follows:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA,
APPROVING THE APPOINTMENT OF MEMBERS TO THE CITY OF AVENTURA
COMMUNITY SERVICES ADVISORY BOARD FOR A TWO-YEAR TERM ENDING IN JUNE
2027; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
G. Motion approved as follows:
A MOTION TO ACCEPT FOR FILING OF THE ANNUAL COMPREHENSIVE FINANCIAL
REPORT (ACFR) FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 2024 AND THE
LETTER DATED MAY 21, 2025 ATTACHED HERETO AS ATTACHMENT A.
7. ZONING HEARINGS — QUASI-JUDICIAL PUBLIC HEARINGS: Mr. Meyers
reviewed the quasi-judicial procedures for Items 7B, 7C, 7D, 7E, & 7F and Mrs. Horvath
administered the oath to all those wishing to offer testimony on the items. No 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(e), "TOWN CENTER OFFICE PARK MIXED USE (TC4)
DISTRICT", TO ALLOW MULTIFAMILY RESIDENTIAL DENSITIES WITH A MAXIMUM OF 70
DWELLING UNITS PER ACRE FOR DEVELOPMENTS THAT PROVIDE RESIDENTIAL
UNITS TO THE CITY'S HERO HOUSING PROGRAM; SUBJECT TO CONDITIONAL USE
APPROVAL; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR INCLUSION IN THE
CODE; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
A motion to approve the Ordinance was offered by Commissioner Bloom and seconded
by Vice Mayor Orlinsky.
Community Development Director Keven Klopp entered the staff report into the record,
which recommended approval, and reviewed the item.
Page 3 of 7
Aventura City Commission Regular Meeting Minutes
June 3, 2025
No comments were provided on behalf of the applicant (Michael Marrero, Esq. on behalf
of Aventura Opportunity 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 Ordinance passed unanimously by roll call vote; thus,
becoming Ordinance No. 2025-09.
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
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN PURSUANT TO SECTION 163.3187, FLORIDA STATUTES, TO
REDESIGNATE AN APPROXIMATE 3.01 ACRE TRACT OF LAND ON THE SOUTHWEST
CORNER OF NE 187 STREET AND NE 28 COURT, IDENTIFIED BY FOLIO NUMBERS 28-
2203-043-0010 AND 28-2203-033-0010, 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.
Mr. Pegues announced that the Applicant requested that the item be deferred to the July
1, 2025 City Commission Meeting Agenda.
A motion to defer the item to the July 1, 2025 City Commission Meeting Agenda was
offered by Commissioner Bloom, seconded by Commissioner Blachman, and passed
unanimously by roll call vote.
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 3.01
ACRE TRACT OF LAND ON THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF NE 187 STREET AND NE 28
COURT, IDENTIFIED BY FOLIO NUMBERS 28-2203-043-0010 AND 28-2203-033-0010,
FROM "COMMUNITY BUSINESS DISTRICT (B2)" TO "TOWN CENTER DISTRICT (TC1)";
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
Mr. Pegues announced that the Applicant requested that the item be deferred to the July
1, 2025 City Commission Meeting Agenda.
A motion to defer the item to the July 1, 2025 City Commission Meeting Agenda was
offered by Commissioner Friedland, seconded by Commissioner Ain, and passed
unanimously by roll call vote.
Page 4 of 7
Aventura City Commission Regular Meeting Minutes
June 3, 2025
RESOLUTIONS/PUBLIC HEARINGS:
Mrs. Horvath read the following Resolution title:
D. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA,
GRANTING A VARIANCE FROM SECTION 31-145(B)(1)A OF THE CITY'S LAND
DEVELOPMENTS REGULATIONS TO PERMIT A MIXED USE DEVELOPMENT WHERE
THE RATIO OF SQUARE FEET OF RESIDENTIAL USES TO COMMERCIAL USES IS
10.58:1 WHERE A MAXIMUM RATIO OF 3:1 IS REQUIRED; AND VARIANCE FROM
SECTION 31-145(B)(5)F TO PERMIT: (1) A FRONT SETBACK OF 15 FEET WHERE 25 FEET
IS REQUIRED; (2) A SIDE STREET SETBACK OF 15 FEET WHERE 20 FEET IS REQUIRED;
AND (3) A REAR SETBACK OF 12 FEET WHERE 20 FEET IS REQUIRED; FOR THE
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2770, 2822, 2826, 2830, 2834 AND 2850 NE 187 STREET;
PROVIDING FOR IMPLEMENTATION; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Note: The Quasi -Judicial procedures of the City shall be invoked for this item.
Mr. Pegues announced that the Applicant requested that the item be deferred to the July
1, 2025 City Commission Meeting Agenda.
A motion to defer the item to the July 1, 2025 City Commission Meeting Agenda was
offered by Commissioner Ain, seconded by Vice Mayor Orlinsky, and passed
unanimously by roll call vote.
Mrs. Horvath read the following Resolution title:
E. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA,
GRANTING CONDITIONAL USE APPROVAL, PURSUANT TO SECTION 31-145(B)3 OF
THE CITY CODE OF ORDINANCES: (1) TO PERMIT A DENSITY OF 69 DWELLING UNITS
PER ACRE FOR A PROJECT PROVIDING HERO HOUSING, WHERE THE CITY CODE
PERMITS 25; (2) TO PERMIT HEIGHTS UP TO 17 STORIES (174'), WHERE THE CITY
CODE PERMITS FOUR (4) STORIES (50'); AND (3) TO PERMIT MINIMUM FLOOR AREAS
OF 800 SQUARE FEET FOR ONE BEDROOM UNITS, WHERE THE MINIMUM
REQUIREMENT IS 900 SQUARE FEET; FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2770, 2822,
2826, 2830, 2834 AND 2850 NE 187 STREET; PROVIDING FOR CONDITIONS OF
APPROVAL; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Note: The Quasi -Judicial procedures of the City shall be invoked for this item.
Mr. Pegues announced that the Applicant requested that the item be deferred to the July
1, 2025 City Commission Meeting Agenda.
A motion to defer the item to the July 1, 2025 City Commission Meeting Agenda was
offered by Commissioner Bloom, seconded by Vice Mayor Orlinsky, and passed
unanimously by roll call vote.
Mrs. Horvath read the following Resolution title:
F. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA,
GRANTING CONDITIONAL USE APPROVAL, PURSUANT TO SECTION 31-145(E)4 OF
THE CITY CODE OF ORDINANCES: (1) TO PERMIT A DENSITY OF 65 DWELLING UNITS
PER ACRE FOR A PROJECT PROVIDING HERO HOUSING UNITS, WHERE THE CITY
CODE PERMITS 25; (2) TO PERMIT HEIGHTS UP TO 29 STORIES (311'), WHERE THE
CITY CODE PERMITS 10 STORIES (100'); (3) TO PERMIT UNITS WITH FLOOR AREAS
FROM 500 SQUARE FEET TO 1,250 SQUARE FEET FOR ONE TO FOUR BEDROOM
Page 5 of 7
Aventura City Commission Regular Meeting Minutes
June 3, 2025
UNITS, WHERE THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS ARE 800 SQUARE FEET TO 1,350
SQUARE FEET; AND (4) TO PERMIT 1,709 PARKING SPACES, WHERE 2,271 SPACES
ARE REQUIRED BY THE CITY CODE; FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 20801-20807
BISCAYNE BOULEVARD; PROVIDING FOR CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL; AND
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Note: The Quasi -Judicial procedures of the City shall be invoked for this item.
A motion to approve the Resolution was offered by Commissioner Blachman and
seconded by Commissioner Bloom.
Community Development Director Keven Klopp entered the staff report into the record,
which recommended approval, and incorporated the testimony provided at the Local
Planning Agency Meeting by reference. The following condition was added as accepted
by the applicant: "Prior to Site Plan Approval, a restrictive covenant is to be recorded
ensuring that access to the ground floor, outdoor open space will be unfettered to the
public as long as the development exists."
No comments were provided on behalf of the applicant (Michael Marrero, Esq. on behalf
of Aventura Opportunity 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, with the added condition, passed unanimously by
roll call vote; thus becoming Resolution No. 2025-40.
8. ORDINANCES — FIRST READING/PUBLIC HEARINGS: Mrs. Horvath read the
following Ordinance title:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 48 OF
THE CITY CODE OF ORDINANCES BY AMENDING SECTION 48-11 "PARKING
RESTRICTIONS" AND SECTION 48-12 "RESTRICTIONS ON COMMERCIAL VEHICLES OR
RECREATIONAL VEHICLES" TO MODIFY THE REGULATIONS RELATING TO
COMMERCIAL VEHICLES LOADING AND UNLOADING OF VEHICLES AND OTHER
MATERIALS IN RESIDENTIALLY ZONED AREAS OF THE CITY; PROVIDING FOR
CONFLICT, SEVERABILITY, CODIFICATION, AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
A motion to approve the Ordinance was offered by Commissioner Bloom and seconded
by Commissioner Ain.
Mr. Pegues reviewed the item and recommended approval.
Mr. Meyers noted that approval would also be required by the Department of
Transportation as well as Miami -Dade County prior to second reading.
Mayor Weinberg opened the public hearing. There being no speakers, the public hearing
was closed.
Page 6 of 7
Aventura City Commission Regular Meeting Minutes
June 3, 2025
The City Commission discussed the item.
The motion to approve the Ordinance on first reading passed unanimously by roll call
vote.
9. ORDINANCES — SECOND READING/PUBLIC HEARINGS: Mrs. Horvath read
the following Ordinance title:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA,
AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 2024-18 WHICH ORDINANCE ADOPTED A BUDGET FOR
THE 2024/2025 FISCAL YEAR BY REVISING THE 2024/2025 FISCAL YEAR OPERATING
AND CAPITAL BUDGET AS OUTLINED IN EXHIBIT "A" ATTACHED HERETO;
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO DO ALL THINGS NECESSARY TO CARRY OUT
THE AIMS OF THIS ORDINANCE; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
A motion to approve the Ordinance was offered by Commissioner Blachman and
seconded by Commissioner Bloom.
Mr. Pegues reviewed the item and recommended approval.
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 on second reading passed unanimously by roll call
vote; thus becoming Ordinance No. 2025-10.
10. RESOLUTION/PUBLIC INPUT: None.
11. STAFF REPORTS: Mr. Pegues provided an update on the school construction
project.
12. PUBLIC COMMENTS: No members of the public provided comments.
13. OTHER BUSINESS: None.
14. 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 7:34 p.m.
Ellisa L. Horvath, MMC, City Clerk
Approved by the City Commission on July 1, 2025.
Page 7 of 7
AVENTURA CITY COMMISSION
REGULAR WORKSHOP MINUTES
JUNE 12, 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
9:39 a.m. The following were present: Mayor Howard S. Weinberg, Vice Mayor Cindy
Orlinsky, Commissioner Clifford B. Ain, Commissioner Gustavo Blachman,
Commissioner Amit Bloom, Commissioner Rachel S. Friedland, Commissioner Paul A.
Kruss', 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 done at the Governing Board Meeting.
3. Discussion of Proposal to Add Canopies to the Plan for Padel Park Aventura
(City Manager): Mr. Pegues and Community Development Director Keven Klopp briefly
introduced the item for the addition of shade canopies for the prior conditional use
approved rooftop project located at 18851 N.E. 29th Avenue.
Michael Marrero, Esq. (Bercow Radell Fernandez Larkin & Tapanes, 200 S. Biscayne
Blvd. Suite 300, Miami, FL 33131) accompanied by Virgilio Namnum (Padel Park
Aventura LLC), provided information on the proposed new shade canopies to be added
to the plan, requiring a change to the conditional use that was approved.
The City Commission discussed the item including the following items: height, ability to
block the rain, providing shade for heat disbursement, addressing water runoff/drainage,
timeframe, and the courts open to the public.
City Manager Summary: It was the consensus of the City Commission for the
item to move forward.
4. SB 954 Certified Recovery Residences (City Manager): Mr. Pegues reported
that the bill had not been signed by the Governor yet and that if it was signed then staff
and legal would work on an ordinance to present to the City Commission.
' Participated via Zoom.
Aventura City Commission
Regular Workshop Minutes — June 12, 2025
City Manager Summary: This item was provided for informational purposes.
5. Discussion of Memorandum of Agreement with U.S. Immigration and
Customs Enforcement — ICE (City Manager): Mr. Pegues reported on the
recommendation for the Police Department to enter into the agreement.
City Manager Summary: This item was provided for informational purposes.
6. Discussion of Date for First Budget Hearing (City Manager): Mr. Pegues
explained the need to change the date of the First Budget Hearing to be on or after
September 3, 2025 that was currently scheduled for September 2, 2025.
The City Commission discussed the item and dates.
City Manager Summary: It was the consensus of the City Commission to keep
the current City Commission Regular Meeting for September 2, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. and to
schedule the First Budget Hearing for September 9, 2025 at 5:01 p.m. and the Second
Budget Hearing for September 16, 2025 at 5:01 p.m.
7. Final Legislative Report (City Attorney): Mr. Meyers noted that the session had
been extended and that the bills impacting Aventura had not been presented to the
Governor yet. The Commission will be updated on bills passed affecting Aventura.
Mr. Pegues reported on the funding that had been approved for items for Aventura, as
well as those items waiting for approval.
The City Commission provided comments including a request to review HB913 regarding
mandatory inspections for buildings under three stories, which Mr. Pegues and Mr.
Meyers will address if signed as well as any exemptions.
City Manager Summary: This item was provided for informational purposes.
8. Review of Guidelines for Form 1 (City Attorney): Mr. Meyers reminded the
Commission members regarding the filing of Form 1 by July 1, 2025 with the State Ethics
Commission and provided a brief overview on completing the form.
The City Commission discussed the item.
City Manager Summary: This item was provided for informational purposes.
The following additional items were discussed:
Mr. Meyers reported that the hearing for the stormwater rate increase would be held on
September 2, 2025 instead of the July 1, 2025 date that had been provided in the notices
sent out.
The City Commission provided comments including sending out follow up information to
residents explaining the rate/process more clearly, as well as the economic impact.
Page 2 of 3
Aventura City Commission
Regular Workshop Minutes — June 12, 2025
9. Adjournment: There being no further business to come before the City
Commission, the meeting was adjourned by consensus at 10:14 a.m.
Ellisa L. Horvath, MMC, City Clerk
Approved by the City Commission on July 1, 2025.
Page 3 of 3
CITY OF AVENTURA
OFFICE OF THE CITY MANAGER
MEMORANDUM
TO: City Commission
FROM: Bryan Pegues, City Manager
DATE: June 27, 2025
SUBJECT: Surplus Computer Equipment
July 1, 2025 City Commission Meeting Agenda
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the computer -related equipment listed on the attached form be
declared surplus property, as it no longer meets the city's needs.
BACKGROUND
Many of the City's applications require computing equipment to meet or exceed minimum
hardware, operating system, and/or software requirements. If existing equipment cannot
satisfy those requirements, it is no longer suitable for City use. In addition, equipment that
cannot be repaired and/or is no longer supported by the vendor should be surplused.
CITY OF AVENTURA RESOLUTION NO. 2025-
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
AVENTURA, FLORIDA DECLARING CERTAIN PROPERTY LISTED
UNDER THE ASSETS OF THE CITY AS SURPLUS TO THE NEEDS OF
THE CITY; DESCRIBING THE MANNER OF DISPOSAL; AUTHORIZING
THE CITY MANAGER TO DO ALL THINGS NECESSARY TO CARRY
OUT THE AIMS OF THIS RESOLUTION; AND PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the City Manager desires to declare certain property as surplus to the
needs of the City; and
WHEREAS, Ordinance No. 2000-09 provides that all City -owned property that has
been declared surplus cannot be disposed of prior to the preparation and formal approval
of a resolution by the City Commission.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA, THAT:
Section 1. The above recitals are hereby confirmed and adopted herein.
Section 2. The property listed on Exhibit "A" has been declared surplus and is
hereby approved for disposal.
Section 3. The City Manager is authorized to dispose of the property listed on
Exhibit "A" through a public auction, sale, trade-in, transfer to other governmental agency
or, if of no value, discarded.
Section 4. The City Manager is hereby authorized to do all things necessary to
carry out the aims of this Resolution.
Section 5. This Resolution shall become effective immediately upon its
adoption.
The foregoing Resolution was offered by Commissioner , who moved its
adoption. The motion was seconded by Commissioner and upon being put to
a vote, the vote was as follows:
Commissioner Clifford B. Ain
Commissioner Gustavo Blachman
Commissioner Amit Bloom
Commissioner Rachel S. Friedland
Commissioner Paul A. Kruss
Vice Mayor Cindy Orlinsky
Mayor Howard S. Weinberg
City of Aventura Resolution No. 2025-
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 1st day of July, 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.
Page 2 of 2
CITY OF AVENTURA
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT
MEMORANDUM
TO: Bryan Pegues, City Manager
FROM: Carlos Fernandez, Inior!_' on Technology Director
DATE: June 25, 2025
SUBJECT: Surplus Computer Equipment
I am requesting that the computer -related equipment listed on the attached form be
declared surplus property, as it no longer meets the city's needs.
Many of the city's applications require computing equipment to meet or exceed minimum
hardware, operating system, and/or software requirements. If existing equipment cannot
satisfy those requirements, it is no longer suitable for City use. In addition, equipment that
cannot be repaired and/or is no longer supported by the vendor should be surplused.
Please let me know if you have any questions regarding this request.
Attachment
City of Aventura
Computer Equipment Inventory
Brand
Model
itiy
Serial Number
Type
Hard Chive Removed
Dell
O tiPlex 7060
1
JGPWLR2
Desktop
Yes
Dell
P22141-lb
1
CN-OKW14V-74261-47T-338B
Monitor
N/A
Dell
P22141-lb
1
CN-OKW14V-74261-47T-05KB
Monitor
N/A
Dell
Latitude 5400
1
76G82Z2
Laptop
Yes
APC
BR700G
1
3B1724X09985
UPS
N/A
Dell
Optiplex 3070
1
FSXCX53
Desktop
Yes
Dell
O ti lex 3070
1
FV5CX53
Desktop
Yes
Dell
O ti lex 3070
1
FQLJX53
Desktop
Yes
Dell
O ti lex 3070
1
FMFJX53
Desktop
Yes
Dell
O tiPlex 7060
1
70W2FW2
Desktop
Yes
APC
BR700G
1
3B1720X16242
UPS
N/A
APC
BR700G
1
4B1925P05024
UPS
N/A
Inseego
Mifi 8800L
1
6.49496E+11
Mifi
N/A
Dell
E2420H
1
5FMWV03
Monitor
N/A
Dell
Latitude 5400
1
8HG82Z2
Laptop
Yes
Dell
O tiPlex 7060
1
12B6MR2
Desktop
Yes
Dell
O tiPlex 7060
1
1278MR2
Desktop
Yes
Dell
P1913b
1
CN-ODTOPH-74261-36D-50CU
Monitor
N/A
Dell
2009Wt
1
CN-OG433H-74445-986-AGXL
Monitor
N/A
APC
APCBRC115
1
SA2418T22750
UPS Battery
N/A
Dell
Latitude 5400
1
7NGLN13
La oto
Yes
APC
SmartUPS 1500
1
AS0623330860
UPS Batter
N/A
DELL
Powered e R740xd
1
H2MSHQ2
Server
Yes
Dell
Powered e R440
1
H4DXHQ2
Server
Yes
Barracuda
BMA450a
1
BAR-MA-978691
Barracuda Messa e Archiver
Yes
HP
OfficeJet Pro 6230
1
TH64I51135
Printer
N/A
Dell
Latitude 5400
1
F4NP2Z2
La oto
Yes
ViewSonic
VT2756-L
1
TXS144900077
TV
N/A
Dell
O ti lex 7070
1
CCZMQ53
Desktop
Yes
MikroTik
Groove 52HPn
1
HE508KGTVM4
Router
N/A
Brother
PJ-823
1
U669891-12G161764
Printer
N/A
Dell
P2213F
1
CN-OFP04F-72872-41 M-C90S
Monitor
N/A
UPS
BR700G
1
3B1224X34998
UPS Batter
N/A
DELL
O ti lex 7050
1
7DFPJK2
Desktop
Yes
DELL
Latitude 5400
1
77Q21-13
La oto
Yes
DELL
O tiPlex7070
1
CCXPQ53
Desktop
Yes
DELL
O tiPlex 7070
1
CD5VQ53
Deskto
Yes
Dell
Latitude 5490
1
BQYCLQ2
La oto
Yes
APC
BR700G
1
4B1923P11904
UPS Batter
N/A
APC
BR700G
1
3BI426X16662
UPS Batter
N/A
Dell
Latitude 5420
1
2VFJ7G3
Laptop
Yes
Dell
OptiPlex 7060
1
CSMYNY2
Desktop
Yes
Dell
Latitude 5490
1
GJYCLQ2
La oto
Yes
Dell
Latitude 5090
1
22Z11-13
La oto
Yes
Dell
P22141-lb
1
CN-OKW14V-74261-47T-05UB
Monitor
Yes
Dell
P22141-lb
1
CN-OKW14V-74261-47N-3UUB
Monitor
Yes
Dell
OptiPlex7060
1
JGP1 MR2
Desktop
Yes
Dell
Latitude 5430
1
HSGZTQ3
La oto
Yes
Dell
O tiPlex 7070
1
CD1TQ53
Deskto
Yes
Dell
Latitude 5440
1
6X2GFY3
La oto
Yes
Dell
O tiPlex 7060
1
CT15PY2
Desktop
Yes
Dell
E2216H
1
CN-OJF44Y-FCC00-76M-APKU-A00
Monitor
N/A
Dell
O ti lex 7050
1
664NWK2
Desktop
Yes
APC
BR700G
1
3B1510X01676
UPS
N/A
Dell
Latitude 5420
1
36C67G3
La oto
Yes
Dell
O tiPlex 5090
1
2W9K5K
Deskto
Yes
Dell
O tiPlex 5000
1
HS5CPR3
Desktop
Yes
Dell
Latitude 5420
1
FKB67G3
La oto
Yes
Dell
Latitude 3410
1
48PY963
La oto
Yes
Dell
O tiPlex 5090
1
1T9K5K3
Desktop
Yes
Dell
P2414HB
1
CN-0524N3-74261-495-12KL
Monitor
N/A
Dell
E2418HN
1
JNDTLM2
Monitor
N/A
Dell
O tiPlex 7070
1
CDONQ53
Desktop
Yes
Dell
O tiPlex 7070
1
CCWJQ53
Dekstop
Yes
Page 1 of 2 6/25/2025
City of Aventura
Computer Equipment Inventory
Brand
Model
Qt
Serial Number
T e
Hard Chive Removed
Dell
O tiPlex 7060
1
CNQ4PY2
Deskto
Yes
Dell
Latitude 5420
1
8N882Z2
Laptop
Yes
Dell
O tiPlex 7070
1
CCNSQ53
Deskto
Yes
Dell
E22161-lf
1
CN-OJF44Y-72872-685-CE5B-A00
Monitor
N/A
Dell
E2216H
1
CN-OJF44Y-72872-6BF-C8AU-A00
Monitor
N/A
Panasonic
RLV40129
2
WV-S2531 LN
Camera
N/A
Dell
Mouse
15
Mouse
Mouse
N/A
Dell
Ke boards
62
Keyboards
Ke board
N/A
Panasonic
PWM850
2
Wall Mount
Wall Mount
N/A
Panasonic
WV-S8544
3
Cameras
Cameras
N/A
Panasonic
PWM40W
2
Wall Mount
Wall Mount
N/A
Dell
E24171-lb
1
6Z9YCC2
Monitor
N/A
Dell
E24171-lb
1
BZ9YCC2
Monitor
N/A
Dell
P22141-lb
1
CN-OKW14V-74261-47T-077B
Monitor
N/A
Dell
P22141-lb
1
CN-OKW14V-74261-47P-570B
Monitor
N/A
Dell
1510X
1
CN-OGPYRR-S0081-0560259
Projector
N/A
Datacard
PX30
1
ZL98802387
Card Printer
N/A
PFU
Fi-7160
1
A36D 108982
Scanner
N/A
PFU
iX500
1
AOVB101311
Scanner
N/A
Dell
P22141-lb
1
CN-OKW14V-74261-47P-4KKB
Monitor
N/A
PFU
Fi-6130Z
1
428797
Scanner
N/A
Verizon
T1114V
1
EMBD4GSIM-M
Router
N/A
Z lux
AX510
13
Speakers
Speakers
N/A
Dell
XPS 8950
1
FFJG5S3
Desktop
Yes
Dell
P21141-lb
1
CN-OKW14V-74261-47N-3UUB
Monitor
N/A
Dell
P21141-lb
1
CN-OKW14V-74261-47T-05UB
Monitor
N/A
Shoretel
IP420G
8
Phones
Phones
N/A
Dell
O tiPlex 7060
1
96YNMR2
Deskto
Yes
Dell
Latitude 5400
1
63Z11-13
La oto
Yes
Dell
Latitude 5420
1
2K5H7G3
La oto
Yes
Dell
Latitude 5490
1
4LYCLQ2
La oto
Yes
Dell
Latitude 5430
1
1 HTWTQ3
La to
Yes
miscelaneous
cables
2
Box of Cables
Power Cables
N/A
Dell
O tiPlex 7070
1
CCRJQ53
Deskto
Yes
Dell
O tiPlex 7070
1
CDOQQ53
Desktop
Yes
HP
VCVRA-0105
1
MY56133131 H3
Printer
N/A
Dell
Latitude 5400
1
JR882Z2
La oto
Yes
Dell
Latitude E6440
1
864LG12
La oto
Yes
APC
BR700G
1
4B2022P38079
UPS Batter
N/A
APC
BR700G
1
3B1510X03278
UPS Batter
N/A
APC
BR7000
1
4131923P11777
USP Battery
N/A
Dell
Latitude
1
88RH7G3
Laptop
Yes
Dell
U2412Mb
1
CN-OYMYH1-74261-45C-4NHS
Monitor
N/A
Dell
U2412Mb
1
CN-0524N3-74261-495-082L
Monitor
N/A
HP
TOF29A
1
TH7CD6R24V
Printer
N/A
Dell
O tiPlex7070
1
CD5RQ53
Desktop
Yes
Dell
E2422H
1
4NJTLP3
Monitor
N/A
Sur eX
n/a
1
n/a
UPS
N/A
NEC
unknown
3
n/a
TV
N/A
APC
SmartUPS 1500
1
AS0620290813
UPS
N/A
Trendnet
TK-803R
1
UN8K831300662
KVM
N/A
Hone ell
Fusion IV
1
HF41648R2TON
DVR
N/A
Dell
P22141-lb
1
CN-OKW14v-74261-47T-066B
Monitor
N/A
Dell
O tiPlex 5090
1
HS9K5K3
Deskto
Yes
Page 2 of 2 6/25/2025
CITY OF AVENTURA
OFFICE OF THE CITY MANAGER
MEMORANDUM
TO: City Commission
FROM: Bryan Pegues, City Manager
BY: Keven Klopp, Community Development Director
DATE: June 27, 2025
SUBJECT: Request to Amend the Conditional Use Approval to Permit the
Development of Padel Courts Shade Covers and Accessory Facilities
at 18851 NE 29 Avenue (the "Property")(File No. CUP2311-0001 REV 1)
July 1, 2025 Local Planning Agency Meeting Agenda
July 1, 2025 City Commission Meeting Agenda
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Commission approve the amendment to the conditional
use approved by Resolution 2024-05 to facilitate the development of commercial sport
facilities with shade covers and accessories known as Icon Padel Aventura on the top
level of the parking garage at the Property.
THE REQUEST
The Applicant, Michael J. Marrero of Bercow, Radell, Fernandez + Tapanes, on behalf of
Icon Padel Aventura LLC (formerly Padel Park Aventura LLC), is requesting to amend a
Conditional Use approved pursuant to Section 31-145(b)(3)m of the City Code to permit
padel courts, shade covers and accessory facilities. (See Exhibit #1 for Letter of Intent).
BACKGROUND
OWNER OF PROPERTY
APPLICANT
ADDRESS OF PROPERTY
1 OX Centre LLC
Icon Padel Aventura LLC
(formerly Padel Park Aventura, LLC)
18851 NE 29 Avenue (See Exhibit #2 for
Location Map).
SIZE OF PROPERTY Approximately 3.84 acres
LEGAL DESCRIPTION Harbour Centre
PB 158-77 T-20678 Tract A
Lot Size 3.849 AC M/L
FAU 28-2203-000-0160
COC 24955-1967 09 2006 6
(See Exhibit #3 for Legal Description).
Zoning —
Subject Property
TC1 —
Town Center District
Properties to the North
MO —
Medical Office District
TC1 —
Town Center District
RMF3
— Multifamily Medium Density
Properties to the South
TC2 —
Town Center Marine District
Properties to the East
RMF3B
— Multifamily Medium Density
Properties to the West
TC1 —
Town Center District
Existing Land Use —
Subject Property Offices
Properties to the North Offices
Multifamily Residential
Properties to the South Commercial
Properties to the East Multifamily Residential
Properties to the West Mixed Use & Retail
Future Land Use —
Subject Property
Town Center
Properties to the North
Town Center
Properties to the South
Town Center
Properties to the East
Medium -High Density Residential
Properties to the West
Town Center
The Site — The existing site consists of an approximately 3.84-acre parcel situated at the
intersection of NE 29 Avenue and NE 188 Street. The properties bordering to the north
comprise a single -story office building and a multifamily residential development known
as Camden South. To the east are the Uptown Marina Lofts and a canal leading to
Dumfoundling Bay. South of NE 188 Street are a self -storage facility and a commercial
marina. West of NE 29 Avenue are a mixed -use development known as The Venture at
Aventura and the Town Center Aventura retail plaza. The Property hosts a ten (10) story
office building built in 2003, a single -story retail building and a seven (7) story parking
garage.
The Project — Padel Park Aventura proposes to develop sport recreational facilities on
the rooftop of the parking structure. The facilities will include seven (7) padel courts with
shower and locker rooms, retail space, juice bar and lounging areas previously approved
by Resolution 2024-05. The Applicant is now proposing the addition of a canopy to
provide additional protection from the natural environment. The proposed canopy will
provide protection from the sun and the rain and additional buffering for the surrounding
neighbors. These removable canopies are designed exclusively for padel courts roof
solutions.
The Applicant has requested conditional use approval pursuant to Section 31-145(b)(3)m
to permit the recreational facility on the Property. All uses permitted in the Community
Facility (CF) district are permitted in the Town Center TC1 district if they are approved
under Conditional Use. Parks and uses generally associated with it are permitted uses in
the CF district.
The site plan for this project was approved administratively on August 22, 2024, under
City File No. SP2311-0001.
Parking Requirement — The parking garage currently provides substantially more
spaces than required for the office building. The rooftop of the garage will be converted
from parking spaces to padel courts, thus reducing the number of parking spaces while
increasing the parking requirement. Subsequent to this conversion, there will still be more
parking provided than required by the Code (733 spaces required, 865 provided).
ANALYSIS
Citizen Comments — Notices were mailed and the property was posted as required by
City Code. The Community Development Department has received no written citizen
comments to date.
Community Development Department Analysis - The recreational facility is located
within the Town Center District. In this district, centers that have open-air configurations
and serve the lifestyle pursuits of consumers in the area are encouraged.
Criteria
According to Section 31-73(c) of the City Code, a conditional use approval application is
evaluated using the following criteria:
1. The proposed use shall be consistent with the Comprehensive Plan.
The request is consistent with the City of Aventura Comprehensive Plan. This property
is located within a Town Center future land use designation. Community Facilities
District may be applied to land designated Town Center on the City's Future Land Use
Map.
2. The establishment, maintenance or operation of the proposed use shall not be
detrimental to or endanger the public health, safety or general welfare.
The proposed use will not be detrimental to or endanger public health, safety or
general welfare. The Applicant's proposal will activate a dated and underutilized
property with an exciting new use, which will serve the community.
3. The proposed use shall be consistent with the community character of the immediate
neighborhood of the proposed use.
The proposed use is consistent with the community character of the immediate
neighborhood. It will serve as an additional resource in an area which contains similar
uses.
4. Utilities, roadway capacity, drainage and other necessary public facilities, including
police, fire and emergency services shall exist at the City's adopted levels of service
or will be available concurrent with demand as provided forin the requirement of these
LDR's.
City public facilities and services will continue to operate within the required levels of
service once the Property is completed.
5. Adequate measures exist or shall be taken to provide ingress and egress to the
proposed use in a manner that minimizes traffic congestion in the public streets.
The Applicant has taken adequate measures to provide ingress and egress to the
Property in a manner that that minimizes traffic congestion in the public streets.
6. The establishment of the conditional use shall not impede the development of
surrounding properties for uses permitted in the zoning district.
The conditional use will not have any detrimental effect on the ability of surrounding
properties to develop with uses permitted in their zoning districts.
7. The design of the proposed use shall minimize adverse effects, including visual
impacts of the proposed use on adjacent property through the use of building
orientation, setbacks, buffers, landscaping and other design criteria.
The proposed use is designed to adequately mitigate adverse impacts, visual or
otherwise, to adjacent properties. The proposed canopy will provide additional
buffering to the surrounding neighborhood, further minimizing the adverse effects of
the Approved Project.
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
Based on the Analysis above, the application is found to meet the criteria for approval of
conditional uses in Section 31-73(c). Staff therefore recommends approval with the
conditions contained in this staff report.
1. Plans submitted for building permit shall substantially comply with those approved
under ASPA application No. SP2311-0001 and those submitted to the Community
Development Department with this request and attached as Exhibit #4.
2. The Applicant is required to remove the proposed canopy in the event of
hurricanes or tropical storms warnings.
3. The City, pursuant to a licensee agreement approved by City resolution 2000-68,
is allowed to use the subject parking garage for City -sponsored events that occur
during non -business hours. The parking garage owner currently requires the City
to pay for security at the garage during these events. Starting on the date that a
CO or TCO is issued for the Padel facilities, and continuing thereafter, the operator
of the Padel Courts shall provide the security required in the garage during City
events that coincide with operating hours of the Padel courts.
DISCLAIMER AND CONDITION
Issuance of this development order by the City of Aventura does not in any way create
any right on the part of an applicant to obtain a permit from a state or federal agency and
does not create any liability on the part of the City of Aventura for issuance of the
development order if the applicant fails to obtain requisite approvals or fulfill the
obligations imposed by a state or federal agency or undertakes actions that result in a
violation of state or federal law. All applicable state and federal permits must be obtained
before commencement of the development. This condition is included pursuant to Section
166.033, Florida Statutes, as amended.
5
BERCOW
RAQELL
FERNANDEZ
LARKIN +
TAPANES
•�ONW,. LAND 115E MA
EN19RF*W(NTAL LAW
no -
June 17, 2025
VIA ELECTRONIC MAIL
200 S. Biscayne Boulevard Mr. Keven Klopp
Suite 300, Miami, FL 33131 Community Development Director
City of Aventura
www.brzoninglaw.com 19200 West Country Club Drive, 4th Floor
Aventura, Florida 33180
305.377.6238 office
305.377.6222fax Re: Letter of Intent — Padel Park Aventura — Modification of
mmarrero@brzoninglaw.com Previous Conditional Use Approval at the Property Located at
18851 NE 29 Avenue Aventura, Florida
Dear Mr. Klopp:
Our law firm represents Icon Padel Aventura, LLC, formerly
Padel Park Aventura, LLC (the "Applicant") with regard to the
previously approved proposed padel park located at 18851 NE 29
Avenue (the "Property") in the City of Aventura (the "City"). This
letter shall serve as the Applicant's letter of intent requesting a
modification to the previous conditional use approval for the
Property.
Property Description. The Property identified by Miami
Dade County Property Appraiser Folio No. 28-2203-062-0010. The
Property is approximately 3.84 acres in size and is designated as
"Town Center" in the City's Comprehensive Plan. The Property is
within the Town Center ("TC1") Zoning District. Currently, the
Property is developed with a large parking garage.
Previous Approval. On January 9, 2024, through Resolution
No. 2024-05, the Applicant obtained conditional use approval for
the adaptive reuse of the roof of the existing seven (7) story parking
garage with padel courts in conjunction with a small retail space,
or pro shop, to serve the facility's patrons (the "Approved Project").
Pursuant to Florida statute Section 252.363, On December 30, 2024,
the Applicant submitted a letter notifying the City of the
Applicant's intent to exercise the State Statutory tolling and
extension for the applicant's conditional use approval pursuant to
Mr. Keven Klopp
Community Development Director
Page 2
the State of Emergency for Hurricane Ian, extending the validity of this approval until February
17, 2028.
Proposed Modifications. The Applicant is now proposing an additional improvement to
the Approved Project that will provide additional buffering to the surrounding neighbors and
significantly improve the patron experience. Specifically, the Applicant is proposing to add a
state-of-the-art, removable canopy system (the "Proposed Canopy') that will cover the padel
courts and provide the patrons with some much -needed shade. The Proposed Canopy is
specifically designed for resiliency in our tropical, hurricane prone environment. It can be
disassembled and removed from the rooftop with ease within twenty-four (24) hours. The
Applicant is willing to condition its approval on the requirement to remove the Proposed Canopy
in preparation for incoming hurricanes.
Conditional Use Request. The Applicant now seeks a modification to the conditional use
approval to allow for the addition of the Proposed Canopy. The Approved Project is intended to
be an asset to the community serving both residents and visitors of the City. The Proposed
Canopy will significantly improve the patron experience for these residents and guests by
providing permanent shade and protection from our harsh South Florida sun on this garage
rooftop. The Proposed Canopy will further enclose the use and provide additional buffering for
the surrounding neighbors.
Conditional Use Criteria. The proposed Conditional Use addresses the criteria described
in Sec. 31-73 governing Conditional uses as follows:
1. The proposed use shall be consistent with the Comprehensive Plan.
The Approved Project is consistent with the goals and objectives of the Comprehensive
Plan, specifically the type of uses proposed are specifically contemplated in the Town
Center TC1 Zoning District. The Proposed Canopy enhances the Approved Project while
maintaining consistency with the Comprehensive Plan.
2. The maintenance and operation of the proposed use shall not be detrimental to or
endanger the public health, safety, or general welfare.
The proposed use will not be detrimental to or endanger public health, safety or general
welfare. The Approved Project activates a dated and underutilized property with an
exciting new use, which will serve the community, and the Proposed Canopy further
Bercow Radell Fernandez Larkin & Tapanes 1305.377.6238 direct 1305.377.6222 fax I mmarrero@brzoninglaw.com
Mr. Keven Klopp
Community Development Director
Page 3
enhances this by providing the patrons with protection from the sun, shade, and an overall
more enjoyable experience.
3. The proposed use shall be consistent with the community character of the
immediate neighborhood of the proposed use.
The proposed use is consistent with community character of the immediate
neighborhood. The Proposed Canopy is removable and subtle and will improve the patron
experience as well as buffer the use from the surrounding community with preserving
consistency with the community character.
4. Utilities, roadway capacity, drainage, and other necessary public facilities, including
police, fire and emergency services, shall exist at the City's adopted levels of service,
or will be available concurrent with demand as provided for in the requirements of
theses LDRs.
The Proposed Canopy will not impact City public facilities and services. It has previously
been determined that City public facilities and services will continue to operate within the
required levels of service once the Approved Project is completed.
S. Adequate measures exist or shall be taken to provide ingress and egress to the
proposed use in a manner that minimizes traffic congestion in the public streets.
Regarding the Approved Project, the Applicant has taken adequate measures to provide
ingress and egress to the Property in a manner that that minimizes traffic congestion in
the public streets. The Proposed Canopy will not impact this.
6. The establishment of the conditional use shall not impede the development of
surrounding properties for uses permitted in the zoning district.
The conditional use will not have any detrimental effect on the ability of surrounding
properties to develop with uses permitted in their zoning districts.
7. The design of the proposed use shall minimize adverse effects, including visual
impacts, of the proposed use on adjacent property through the use of building
orientation, setbacks, buffers, landscaping and other design criteria.
Bercow Radell Fernandez Larkin & Tapanes 1305.377.6238 direct 1305.377.6222 fax I mmarrero@brzoninglaw.com
Mr. Keven Klopp
Community Development Director
Page 4
The Proposed Canopy will provide additional buffering to the surrounding neighborhood,
further minimizing the adverse effects of the Approved Project.
For all the foregoing reasons, the applicant respectfully requests your department's
favorable review and recommendation of this request. Should you have any questions,
comments, or require additional information, please do not hesitate to phone my direct line at
(305) 377-6238.
Sincerely,
Michael J. Marrero
Enclosures
Bercow Radell Fernandez Larkin & Tapanes 1305.377.6238 direct 1305.377.6222 fax I mmarrero@brzoninglaw.com
Location Map - Exhibit #2
D
m
A1A
.un Swept
�_��_��__—_-� Holiday Dr
l,l-----
Isles
1
1
NE 213th St
1
1
1
z
m
1
1
w
1
1
�
1
1
s
D
1
Aventura
o
V
>
Ihland C
1
N Country
1
v
m
m
Park
Club Dr
1
1
1
1
1
v
2
0
V
O
1
1
t7
1
1
z
m
1
1
N
1
1
�
s
1
1
St
1
/
199th
N
Don Soffer
1
E
Turnberry Isle Exercise Trail
/
1
Golf Course
Golden Beach
1
1
Aventura Mall Aventura
/
/
1
1
1
1
hman CsWY
1
1
Le
\N
1
1
1
/
1
1
NE 190th S,
/
/
/
1
I
1
1
/
T
/
2822030620010
Q
NE 186th St /
I
I /
NE 783rd St /
r
/ / a
Park
I I �
/ East��
Point
/ /
E N171st St
NE 1 70th St
1 ,
1 , N E 1 69th St
1 �
I
1 4Zule
1 -*Lake
1 ,
1
li Intracoastal
Mall
07/01 /2025
City of
Aventura
Government Center
19200 West Country Club Drive
Aventura, Florida 33180
Town Center District
............. Subject Property
Aventura Municipal Boundary
1:30,000
0 0.23 0.45 0.9 mi
0 0.35 0.7 1.4 km
Exhibit #3
LEGAL DESCRIPTION
Tract "A" of Harbour Centre, according to the Plat Thereof as Recorded in Plat Book 158, Page 77 of
the Public Records of Miami -Dade County, Florida.
6q,3'w
�a
DUI
■R&, 1 1
__"IM(
LUSOTENDAS
/4I
1'MM
;�
�. it �i ■� a` �..111 1
u\
ONME1! F
I 1 Ij jww1
001%, pm
NOR IM
%ft ft-MIZ4
0 mw
44 P NOW-
. . . . . . . . . . .
tows mir
011�Fig K�
IN 1� 1! IFI-I F,
77:� i 6, 1 ! 1 1
Vpl,,
Il IR
mol 0
Pill
!r�7i
- %C Il � �• .!E a'�. J �� I �I ��Y�lifi
-.Iy.14- �'_Ij4wTr
-41t•
Alm-A00L
CITY OF AVENTURA RESOLUTION NO. 2025-
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
AVENTURA, FLORIDA, GRANTING AMENDED CONDITIONAL USE
APPROVAL PURSUANT TO SECTION 31-145(B)(3)M OF THE CITY
CODE TO PERMIT THE DEVELOPMENT OF PADEL COURTS, SHADE
COVERS, AND ACCESSORY FACILITIES ON THE TOP FLOOR OF THE
EXISTING PARKING GARAGE LOCATED AT 18851 NE 29 AVENUE;
PROVIDING FOR CONDITIONS; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE
DATE.
WHEREAS, the Property located at 18851 NE 29 Avenue ("Property"), legally
described in Exhibit "A", is zoned TC1, Town Center District; and
WHEREAS, the Applicant, Michael J. Marrero of Bercow, Radell, Fernandez +
Tapanes, on behalf of Icon Padel Aventura LLC (formerly Padel Park Aventura LLC),
through Application No. CUP2311-0001 REV I ("Application"), is requesting an
amendment to the conditional use approved by Resolution 2024-05 on January 9, 2024
pursuant to Section 31-145(b)(3)m of the City Code to permit the development of padel
courts, shade covers and accessory facilities on the top floor of the existing parking
garage located at 18851 NE 29 Avenue; and
WHEREAS, following proper notice, the City Commission 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 to amend the approved conditional use pursuant to Section
31-145(b)(3)m of the Code to permit padel courts, shade covers and accessory facilities
on the top floor of the existing parking garage located at 18851 NE 29 Avenue, the
Property legally described in Exhibit "A", is hereby granted exclusively to the Applicant,
subject to the following conditions:
1. Plans submitted for building permit shall substantially comply with those
approved under ASPA application No. SP2311-0001 and those submitted
to the Community Development Department with this request and attached
as Exhibit #4.
2. The Applicant is required to remove the proposed canopy in the event of
hurricanes or tropical storms warnings.
City of Aventura Resolution No. 2025-
3. The City, pursuant to a licensee agreement approved by City resolution
2000-68, is allowed to use the subject parking garage for City -sponsored
events that occur during non -business hours. The parking garage owner
currently requires the City to pay for security at the garage during these
events. Starting on the date that a CO or TCO is issued for the Padel
facilities, and continuing thereafter, the operator of the Padel Courts shall
provide the security required in the garage during City events that coincide
with operating hours of the Padel courts.
Section 2. The City Manager is authorized to cause the issuance of permits in
accordance with the approvals and conditions herein provided and to indicate such
approvals and conditions upon the records of the City.
Section 3. Issuance of this development order by the City of Aventura does not in
any way create any right on the part of an applicant to obtain a permit from a state or
federal agency and does not create any liability on the part of the City of Aventura for
issuance of the development order if the applicant fails to obtain requisite approvals or
fulfill the obligations imposed by a state or federal agency or undertakes actions that result
in a violation of state or federal law. All applicable state and federal permits must be
obtained before commencement of the development. This condition is included pursuant
to Section 166.033, Florida Statutes, as amended.
Section 4. This Resolution shall become effective immediately upon its adoption.
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 Rachel S. Friedland
Commissioner Paul A. Kruss
Vice Mayor Cindy Orlinsky
Mayor Howard S. Weinberg
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 1st day of July, 2025.
Page 2 of 3
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.
Page 3 of 3
Exhibit #A
LEGAL DESCRIPTION
Tract "A" of Harbour Centre, according to the Plat Thereof as Recorded in Plat Book 158, Page 77 of
the Public Records of Miami -Dade County, Florida.
6q,3'w
�a
DUI
■R&, 1 1
__"IM(
LUSOTENDAS
/4I
1'MM
;�
�. it �i ■� a` �..111 1
u\
ONME1! F
I 1 Ij jww1
001%, pm
NOR IM
%ft ft-MIZ4
0 mw
44 P NOW-
. . . . . . . . . . .
tows mir
011�Fig K�
IN 1� 1! IFI-I F,
77:� i 6, 1 ! 1 1
Vpl,,
Il IR
mol 0
Pill
!r�7i
- %C Il � �• .!E a'�. J �� I �I ��Y�lifi
-.Iy.14- �'_Ij4wTr
-41t•
Alm-A00L
CITY OF AVENTURA
OFFICE OF THE CITY MANAGER
MEMORANDUM
TO: City Commission
FROM: Bryan Pegues, City Manager f f
BY: Keven Klopp, Community Development Director
DATE: May 2, 2025
SUBJECT: Request by Miami Off Center Associates, LLP to Approve a Small -
Scale Amendment to the City's Future Land Use Map ("FLUM")
Changing the Land Use Designation of Two Parcels Situated on the
Southwest Corner of NE 187 Street and NE 28 Court from Business
and Office to Town Center
City Case File ACP2305-0001
May 6, 2025 Local Planning Agency Meeting
May 6, 2025 City Commission Meeting Agenda
June 3, 2025 City Commission Meeting Agenda
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Commission approve a small-scale amendment to the
Future Land Use Map (FLUM) of the City of Aventura Comprehensive Plan pursuant to
section 163.3187, Florida Statutes, to change the designation of an approximate 3-acre
tract of land on the southwest corner of NE 187 Street and NE 28 Court, identified by folio
numbers 28-2203-043-0010 and 28-2203-033-0010 and legally described in Exhibit "'I",
from "Business and Office" to "Town Center".
THE REQUEST
The applicant, Michael J. Marrero c/o Bercow Radell Fernandez Larkin & Tapanes, on
behalf of Miami Off Center Associates, LLP, is requesting an amendment to the FLU by
changing the designation of properties located at 2770 NE 187 Street ("Western Parcel")
and 2822, 2826, 2830, 2834, and 2850 NE 187 Street ("Eastern Parcel") (collectively
referred to as the "Property") from "Business and Office" to "Town Center". The applicant's
Letter of Intent is attached as Exhibit "3".
Location - Southwest corner of NE 187 Street and NE 28 Court.
See Exhibit "2" for Location Map
Size - 3.0175 acres +/-
See Exhibit " 1 " for Legal Description
Zoning:
Subject Property
B2 —
Community Business District
Properties to the North
TC1
- Town Center District
Properties to the South
B2 —
Community Business District
RMF4
- Multifamily Medium High Density Residential
Properties to the East
TC2
— Town Center Marine District
Properties to the West
B2 —
Community Business District
Existing Land Use —
Subject Property
Retail
Properties to the North
Mixed Use Residential Commercial
Properties to the South
Vacant Lands
Properties to the East
Marina
Properties to the West
Vacant lands
Future Land Use —
Subject Property
Properties to the North
Properties to the South
Properties to the East
Properties to the West
BACKGROUND
Business and Office
Town Center
Business and Office
Medium High Density Residential
Town Center
Business and Office
The two parcels are currently unified through a Unity of Title, as recorded in Official
Records Book 13177, Page 917 of the Public Records of Miami -Dade County. Upon
approval of the City of Aventura Comprehensive Plan in 1998, the site was designated
"Business and Office", consistent with the then -existing Miami Dade County
Comprehensive Plan. Currently, the Property is occupied by two commercial buildings of
approximately 45,000 square feet of retail space.
ANALYSIS
Town Centers are intended for mixed urban uses integrated horizontally and vertically.
The City's Comprehensive Plan specifies that no Town Center shall be less than 5 acres
in size, contiguous, and directly accessible from an arterial or urban collector roadway.
Although the Property is a little over 3 acres, it is contiguous to the existing Town Center
on both its northern and eastern boundaries, effectively serving as a natural extension of
the existing district. Direct access from Biscayne Boulevard is provided via NE 187 Street.
The proposed amendment will facilitate the development of the Eastern Parcel into a
mixed -use building with residential and ground floor retail uses. Furthermore, the Town
Center designation will facilitate the rezoning of the Property to Town Center District
(TC1). The applicant has submitted applications to amend City's Zoning Map to be
processed concurrently, and which is the subject of separate staff report and ordinance
on the May 6, 2025, Local Planning Agency and City Commission agendas.
If the proposed amendments to the Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Map are approved,
the next step in the development process will be the review of the proposed site plan and
a subsequent application for Conditional Use and Variances approval to be presented to
the City Commission at a public hearing.
Section 31-53 of the City's Land Development Regulations provides that a FLUM
amendment may only be filed by the City Administration, City Commission or an owner
of property subject to the amendment, and the procedure for amendment of the Plan shall
be by ordinance, in accordance with F.S. §§ 163.3184 and 163.3187, as amended.
Standards for reviewing proposed amendments to the Future Land Use Map
(Florida Statutes 163.3177).
Future land use map amendments shall be based upon the following analyses:
• An analysis of the availability of facilities and services.
All required services and facilities are available to this location to fulfil the level
of service requirements. Capacity allocations for water, sewer, schools are
made at the time of development approval.
An analysis of the suitability of the plan amendment for its proposed use
considering the character of the undeveloped land, soils, topography, natural
resources, and historic resources on site.
The proposed amendment is suitable given that neighboring sites with similar
topography have been developed with consistent land uses.
An analysis of the minimum amount of land needed to achieve the goals and
requirements of this section.
The amount of land amended is suitable to achieve the goals of the Town
Center Future Land Use designation.
Notice of the proposed amendment has been published in accordance with Section 31-
53 of the City Code and Section 163.3184 of the Florida Statutes.
Exhibit "1"
LEGAL DESCRIPTION
As to Parcel 1: (Folio Number: 28-2203-033-0010)
Tract A of GILDA TRACT, according to the Plat thereof as recorded in Plat Book 117, Page 12, of the
Public Records of Miami - Dade County, Florida.
As to Parcel Z: (Folio Number: 28-2203-043-0010)
Tract B of GILDA TRACT FIRST ADDITION, according to the Plat thereof as recorded in Plat Book 130,
Page 49, of the Public Records of Miami - Dade County, Florida.
LOCATION MAP
------------ ,------------ — — — — —
�
z i
m
ui� 1
i
D 1
<
m �
1
VE=2707TH=ST
i
N;COU,NTR_Y_CLUB=DR
F fD*i' - =
MajorRoads
_ . Aventura Municipal Boundary
w
Q
z
J
J
0
J
EXHIBIT #: 2
DATE:05/06/2025
AGENDA ITEM(S):
1]6Y0I:i121to] ►1
Property(s):
28-2203-033-0010
28-2203-043-0010
Existing Land Use: Business & Office
Proposed Land Use: Town Center
Existing Zoning: B2
Proposed Zoning: TC1
City File No.: REZ2503-0001
ACP2503-0001
y vb- #—.
2A 0 0.25 0.5 1 Miles
N I I I I I I I I
BERCOW
RADELL
FERNANDEZ
LARKIN +
TAPANES
ZONING, LMD USE AND
ENNRCNVM NTAL LAW
March 7, 2025
VIA ELECTRONIC MAIL
200 S. Biscayne Boulevard Mr. Keven Klopp
Suite 300, Miami, FL 33131 Community Development Director
City of Aventura
www.brzoninglaw.com 19200 West Country Club Drive, 4th Floor
Aventura, Florida 33180
305.377.6238 office
305.377.6222 fax Re: Letter of Intent — Amendment to Official Zoning Map and
mmarrero@brzoninglaw.com Future Land Use Map for Cassa Residences
Dear Mr. Klopp:
This law firm represents Miami Off Center Associates, LLP
(the "Applicant"), with regard to this application to amend the City
of Aventura Zoning Map and Future Land Use Map for the
properties located at 2770 NE 187 Street ("Western Parcel") and
2822, 2826, 2830, 2834, and 2850 NE 187 Street ("Eastern Parcel")
(collectively referred to as the "Property") located within the
municipal boundaries of the City of Aventura (the "City") to be
designated as Town Center in the Future Land Use Map and TC1 in
the Zoning Map.
Property Description. The Property, further identified by
Miami -Dade County Property Appraiser Folio Nos. 28-2203-033-
0010 (Eastern Parcel) and 28-2203-043-0010 (Western Parcel) is
comprised of two (2) parcels located on the south side of NE 187
Street just west of NE 28 Court. The two parcels are currently
unified through a Unity of Title, as recorded in Official Records
Book 13177, Page 917 of the Public Records of Miami -Dade
County. The Eastern Parcel is currently improved with a two (2)
story commercial building. The Western Parcel is currently
improved with a one (1) story commercial building containing the
iconic Mo's Bagels & Deli.
Mr. Keven Klopp
Community Development Director
Page 2
The Applicant seeks to develop a mixed -use project on the Eastern Parcel consisting of
residential and ground floor retail uses. The Western Parcel, which currently hosts the iconic Mo's
Bagels & Deli will be preserved in its current state.
Section 33-77(f) of the City Code provides standards that staff and the City Commission
shall consider when reviewing proposed amendments to City's Official Zoning Map. The
Applicant's request addresses each of the standards as follows:
(1) The proposed amendment is consistent with goals, objectives and policies of the
City's Comprehensive Plan.
Presently, the Property is designated as Business and Office on the Future Land Use Map.
Concurrent with the rezoning request, the Applicant also seeks a redesignation to Town
Center in the Future Land Use Map. With that requested designation, the proposed
amendment would be consistent with the City's Comprehensive Plan.
(2) The proposed zoning district is compatible with the surrounding area's zoning
designation(s) and existing uses.
The Property is generally surrounded by a mix of commercial and residential uses, and
directly borders parcels zoned TC1, TC3, and RMF4. Therefore, a mixed -use development
with residential and commercial uses would be compatible in the center of all these uses.
(3) The subject property is physically suitable for the uses permitted in the proposed
district.
The location and size of the Property, the surrounding uses, and the Property's proximity
to TC1, TC3, and RMF4 zoned properties make it especially suitable for a mixed -use
development, such as is contemplated with the TC1 zoning district.
(4) There are sites available in other areas currently zoned for such use.
There are no sites available in other areas currently zoned for such use that will allow for
the development of the proposed project.
(5) If applicable, the proposed change will contribute to redevelopment of an area in
accordance with an approved redevelopment plan.
Not applicable.
Bercow Radell Fernandez Larkin & Tapanes 1305.377.6238 direct 1305.377.6222 fax I mmarrero@brzoninglaw.com
Mr. Keven Klopp
Community Development Director
Page 3
(6) The proposed change would adversely affect traffic patterns or congestion.
Upon site plan approval, the Applicant will submit a traffic study to address any traffic
impacts and would mitigate impacts as necessary.
(7) The proposed change would adversely impact population density such that the
demand for water, sewers, streets, recreational areas and facilities, and other public
facilities and services would be adversely affected.
The Applicant does not anticipate any adverse impacts to the City's infrastructure as a
result of its redevelopment of the Property. Nevertheless, these issues can be further
reviewed upon site plan submittal.
(8) Whether the proposed change would have an adverse environmental impact on the
vicinity.
The Applicant does not anticipate any adverse environmental impact with the
redevelopment of the Property.
(9) Whether the proposed change would adversely affect the health, safety, and welfare
of the neighborhood or the City as a whole.
The development is only expected to enhance safety and welfare within the surrounding
area.
Florida Statutes provides standards for reviewing proposed amendments to the Future
Land Use Map under F.S. 163.3177. The statute requires the following be analyzed when
considering a change to the Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map:
(1) The availability of facilities and services.
All required services and facilities are available to this location to fulfil the level of service
requirements. Any necessary capacity allocations for water, sewer, schools will be made
at the time of development order approval.
(2) The suitability of the plan amendment for its proposed use considering the
character of the undeveloped land, soils, topography, natural resources, and
historic resources on site.
Bercow Radell Fernandez Larkin & Tapanes 1305.377.6238 direct 1305.377.6222 fax I mmarrero@brzoninglaw.com
Mr. Keven Klopp
Community Development Director
Page 4
The Proposed Future Land Use Map amendment is suitable considering the Property is
currently fully developed with a commercial building.
(3) The minimum amount of land needed to achieve economically, socially, physically,
and environmentally, and fiscally balanced development.
The proposed Future Land Use Map amendment will not consume any currently
undeveloped land.
(4) The extent to which the development pattern of urban form discourages the
proliferation of urban sprawl.
The proposed Future Land Use Map amendment discourages urban sprawl by
facilitating mixed -use redevelopment that will increase density and intensity in an
already urban area.
For all the foregoing reasons, the applicant respectfully requests your department's
favorable review and recommendation of this application. Should you have any questions,
comments, or require additional information, please do not hesitate to phone my direct line at
(305) 377-6238.
Sincerely yours,
Michael J. Marrero
Enclosures
cc: Jeffrey Bercow
Benjamin Sherry
Bercow Radell Fernandez Larkin & Tapanes 1305.377.6238 direct 1305.377.6222 fax I mmarrero@brzoninglaw.com
CITY OF AVENTURA ORDINANCE NO. 2025-
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA,
APPROVING A SMALL SCALE AMENDMENT TO THE FUTURE LAND
USE MAP OF THE CITY OF AVENTURA COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
PURSUANT TO SECTION 163.3187, FLORIDA STATUTES, TO
REDESIGNATE AN APPROXIMATE 3.01 ACRE TRACT OF LAND ON
THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF NE 187 STREET AND NE 28 COURT,
IDENTIFIED BY FOLIO NUMBERS 28-2203-043-0010 AND 28-2203-
033-0010, 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.
WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 163.3187(1), Florida Statutes, Michael J. Marrero
c/o Bercow Radell Fernandez Larkin & Tapanes, on behalf of Miami Off Center
Associates, LLP (the "Applicant') through City File No. ACP2305-0001, is requesting
approval of a Small Scale Future Land Use Map ("FLUM") amendment to the
Comprehensive Plan (the "Plan") to change the designation of 3.01 acres of land (Folios
28-2203-043-0010 and 28-2203-033-0010), as legally described in Exhibit "1 ", and further
depicted on the Location Map attached as Exhibit "2" (the "Property") from "Business and
Office" to "Town Center" (the "Small Scale FLUM Amendment'); and
WHEREAS, the City Commission finds that the Small Scale FLUM Amendment
will maintain the unique aesthetic character of the City and improve the quality of life for
its residents by providing mixed -use development within the transit corridor; and
WHEREAS, the City Commission further finds that the Small Scale FLUM
Amendment will not result in impacts on any infrastructure system that will exceed
established level of service standards without concurrent mitigation and is otherwise
consistent with the goals, objectives and policies of the Plan; and
WHEREAS, the City Commission finds that the proposed Small Scale FLUM
Amendment is consistent with Sections 163.3184 and 163.3187, Florida Statutes; and
WHEREAS, the Local Planning Agency has reviewed the proposed amendment
and has recommended approval to the City Commission; and
WHEREAS, the City Commission has held the required public hearings, duly
noticed in accordance with the law; and
City of Aventura Ordinance No. 2025-
WHEREAS, the City Commission believes it is in the best interest of the public to
approve this Ordinance.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA, AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Recitals. That the foregoing "Whereas" clauses and findings are
hereby ratified and incorporated as the legislative intent of this Ordinance.
Section 2. Approval of the Small Scale Future Land Use Map Amendment.
That pursuant to Section 163.3187(1), Florida Statutes, the Small Scale FLUM
Amendment to the Comprehensive Plan for the Property, legally described in Exhibit "1 ",
and further depicted on the Location Map attached as Exhibit "2", is hereby amended
such that the Property shall now have the Future Land Use Map designation of Town
Center.
Section 3. Conflicts. That all ordinances or parts of ordinances, resolution or
parts of resolutions, in conflict herewith, are repealed to the extent of such conflict.
Section 4. Severability. That the provisions of this Ordinance are declared to
be severable and if any section, sentence, clause or phrase of this Ordinance shall for
any reason be held to be invalid or unconstitutional, such decision shall not affect the
validity of the remaining sections, sentences, clauses, and phrases of this Ordinance but
they shall remain in effect, it being the legislative intent that this Ordinance shall stand
notwithstanding the invalidity of any part.
Section 5. Inclusion in the City's Comprehensive Plan. That it is the intention
of the City Commission and it is hereby ordained that the provisions of this Ordinance
shall become and made a part of the Comprehensive Plan of the City of Aventura and
that the Future Land Use Map may be revised so as to accomplish such intention.
Section 6. Effective Date. That this Ordinance shall not become effective until
31 days after adoption. If challenged within 30 days after adoption, this Ordinance may
not become effective until the state land planning agency or the Administration
Commission, respectively, issues a final order determining that the adopted Small Scale
FLUM Amendment is in compliance.
Page 2 of 4
City of Aventura Ordinance No. 2025-
The foregoing Ordinance was offered by Commissioner Bloom, who moved its
adoption on first reading. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Blachman, and
upon being put to a vote, the vote was as follows:
Commissioner Clifford B. Ain No
Commissioner Gustavo Blachman Yes
Commissioner Amit Bloom Yes
Commissioner Rachel S. Friedland Yes
Commissioner Paul A. Kruss Absent
Vice Mayor Cindy Orlinsky Yes
Mayor Howard S. Weinberg Yes
The foregoing Ordinance was offered by Commissioner , who moved
its adoption on second reading. 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 Rachel S. Friedland
Commissioner Paul A. Kruss
Vice Mayor Cindy Orlinsky
Mayor Howard S. Weinberg
PASSED on first reading this 6th day of May, 2025.
PASSED AND ADOPTED on second reading this 1st day of July, 2025.
Page 3 of 4
City of Aventura Ordinance No. 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 4 of 4
Exhibit "1"
LEGAL DESCRIPTION
As to Parcel 1: (Folio Number: 28-2203-033-0010)
Tract A of GILDA TRACT, according to the Plat thereof as recorded in Plat Book 117, Page 12, of the
Public Records of Miami - Dade County, Florida.
As to Parcel Z: (Folio Number: 28-2203-043-0010)
Tract B of GILDA TRACT FIRST ADDITION, according to the Plat thereof as recorded in Plat Book 130,
Page 49, of the Public Records of Miami - Dade County, Florida.
LOCATION MAP
------------ ,------------ — — — — —
�
z i
m
ui� 1
i
D 1
<
m �
1
VE=2707TH=ST
i
N;COU,NTR_Y_CLUB=DR
F fD*i' - =
MajorRoads
_ . Aventura Municipal Boundary
w
Q
z
J
J
0
J
EXHIBIT #: 2
DATE:05/06/2025
AGENDA ITEM(S):
1]6Y0I:i121to] ►1
Property(s):
28-2203-033-0010
28-2203-043-0010
Existing Land Use: Business & Office
Proposed Land Use: Town Center
Existing Zoning: B2
Proposed Zoning: TC1
City File No.: REZ2503-0001
ACP2503-0001
y vb- #—.
2A 0 0.25 0.5 1 Miles
N I I I I I I I I
CITY OF AVENTURA
OFFICE OF THE CITY MANAGER
MEMORANDUM
TO: City Commission
FROM- Bryan Pegues, City Manager f
BY: Keven Klopp, Community Development Director
DATE: May 2, 2025
SUBJECT: Request to Amend the Official Zoning Map of the City of Aventura by
Changing the Zoning Designation of the Properties Identified with
Folio Nos. 28-2203-033-0010 and 28-2203-043-0010 from Community
Business District (132) to Town Center District (TC1)
City Case File REZ2503-0001
May 6, 2025 Local Planning Agency Meeting Agenda
May 6, 2025 City Commission Meeting Agenda
June 3, 2025 City Commission Meeting Agenda
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Commission approve the Rezoning of the two (2) parcels
of land located on the southwest corner of NE 187 Street and NE 28 Court and legally
described on Exhibit "1" (the "Property"), from Community Business District (132) to Town
Center District (TC1).
THE REQUEST
The applicant, Michael J. Marrero c/o Bercow Radell Fernandez Larkin & Tapanes, on
behalf of Miami Off Center Associates, LLP, is requesting a rezoning of the Property to
facilitate a proposed mixed used development of multifamily residential units with ground
floor retail. The applicant's Letter of Intent is attached as Exhibit #3 of this report.
BACKGROUND
Property Owner - Miami Off Center Associates, LLP
Location - 2770 NE 187 Street
2822, 2826, 2830, 2834, and 2850 NE 187 Street
See Exhibit #2 for Location Map
Size - 3.0175 acres +/-
See Exhibit " 1 " for Legal Description
Zoning:
Subject Property
B2 —
Community Business District
Properties to the North
TC1
- Town Center District
Properties to the South
B2 —
Community Business District
RMF4
- Multifamily Medium High Density Residential
Properties to the East
TC2
— Town Center Marine District
Properties to the West
B2 —
Community Business District
Existing Land Use —
Subject Property
Retail
Properties to the North
Mixed Use Residential Commercial
Properties to the South
Vacant Lands
Properties to the East
Marina
Properties to the West
Vacant lands
Future Land Use —
Subject Property Business and Office
Properties to the North Town Center
Properties to the South Business and Office
Medium High Density Residential
Properties to the East Town Center
Properties to the West Business and Office
The Property consists of approximately 3 acres of land located on the southwest corner
of NE 187 Street and NE 28 Court currently zoned B2, Community Business District on
the Official Zoning Map. These two parcels, identified as 2770 NE 187 Street ("Western
Parcel") and 2822, 2826, 2830, 2834, and 2850 NE 187 Street ("Eastern Parcel") are
currently unified through a Unity of Title, as recorded in Official Records Book 13177,
Page 917 of the Public Records of Miami -Dade County. Currently, the Property is
developed with two commercial buildings totaling approximately 45,000 square feet of
retail space. The Western Parcel, occupied by the iconic Mo's Bagels & Deli and
additional retail establishments, will be preserved in its current state. The Applicant is
proposing to developed a mixed -use project on the Eastern Parcel.
ANALYSIS
Town Center Zoning Districts are intended for the development of residential and
commercial uses in a well planned and compatible manner. This Project is located
adjacent to two Town Center designated districts along its northern and eastern
boundaries, making a Town Center designation a logical extension of the neighborhood
oil
mixed use typology. In addition, the Property is within the first quarter -mile of the Rapid
Transit Corridor, an area identified by Miami Dade County for being appropriate for mixed
use buildings, walkability and transit -oriented developments.
Amendments to the Official Zoning Map shall be consistent with the adopted
Comprehensive Plan. To address the inconsistency, the proposed development is also
required to be granted approval to amend the Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map
(the "FLUM") to change the designation of the Property's land use category from Business
and Office to Town Center.
The applicant has applied to amend the FLUM to be processed concurrently, and which
are the subjects of separate ordinances, on the May 6 Local Planning Agency and City
Commission agendas. Section 163.3184 of the Florida Statutes provides that zoning
changes required to properly enact any proposed plan amendment may be considered
concurrently, but are contingent upon the comprehensive plan amendment transmitted
become effective.
If the proposed amendments are approved, the next step in the development process will
be the review of the proposed site plan and subsequent applicable requests for
Conditional Use and/or Variance approval to be presented to the City Commission at a
public hearing.
Staff reviewed the proposed amendment to the Official Zoning Map pursuant to the review
standards of the Land Development Regulations contained in Section 31-77(f) of the City
Code as follow-
(1) The proposed amendment is consistent with goals, objectives and policies of the
City's Comprehensive Plan.
Upon approval of the amendment to the City's Comprehensive Plan Future Land
Use map, the rezoning to TC1 would be consistent with the goals, objectives and
policies of the City's Comprehensive Plan.
(2) The proposed zoning district is compatible with the surrounding area's zoning
designation(s) and existing uses.
The proposed rezoning is consistent and compatible with the surrounding area's
zoning designations and existing uses since is generally surrounded by a mix of
commercial and residential uses, and directly borders parcels zoned TC1, TC2,
and RMF4.
(3) The subject property is physically suitable for the uses permitted in the proposed
district.
Due to its size and location, the property is suitable for the uses permitted in the
TC1 district.
(4) There are sites available in other areas currently zoned for such use.
Based on the limited sites for redevelopment of residential properties east of
Biscayne Boulevard, the proposed use will help meet the ongoing demands for
new residential units in this area.
(5) If applicable, the proposed change will contribute to redevelopment of an area in
accordance with an approved redevelopment plan.
Not applicable.
(6) The proposed change would adversely affect traffic patterns or congestion.
The Applicant, as part of the site plan approval process, will submit a traffic study
to address any traffic impacts and would mitigate impacts as necessary. Currently,
the Applicant submitted a Traffic Impact Analysis methodology to be reviewed by
the City's traffic engineers to ensure that the traffic study take in consideration the
impact on existing and future traffic conditions.
(7) The proposed change would adversely impact population density such that the
demand for water, sewers, streets, recreational areas and facilities, and other
public facilities and services would be adversely affected.
The proposed use will not have a negative impact on the water, sewer or other
levels of public facilities within a City, which will be evaluated for concurrency as
part of redevelopment of the site.
(8) Whether the proposed change would have an adverse environmental impact on
the vicinity.
The proposed use will not have an adverse environmental impact on the vicinity.
As part of the development of the Property, the site will be reviewed by the Miami -
Dade County Division of Environmental Resources Management, to ensure that
the Property complies with the environmental regulations of the County.
(9) Whether the proposed change would adversely affect the health, safety, and
welfare of the neighborhood or the City as a whole.
The development is only expected to enhance safety and welfare within the
surrounding area.
In
Exhibit "1"
LEGAL DESCRIPTION
As to Parcel 1: (Folio Number: 28-2203-033-0010)
Tract A of GILDA TRACT, according to the Plat thereof as recorded in Plat Book 117, Page 12, of the
Public Records of Miami - Dade County, Florida.
As to Parcel Z: (Folio Number: 28-2203-043-0010)
Tract B of GILDA TRACT FIRST ADDITION, according to the Plat thereof as recorded in Plat Book 130,
Page 49, of the Public Records of Miami - Dade County, Florida.
LOCATION MAP
------------ ,------------ — — — — —
�
z i
m
ui� 1
i
D 1
<
m �
1
VE=2707TH=ST
i
N;COU,NTR_Y_CLUB=DR
F fD*i' - =
MajorRoads
_ . Aventura Municipal Boundary
w
Q
z
J
J
0
J
EXHIBIT #: 2
DATE:05/06/2025
AGENDA ITEM(S):
1]6Y0I:i121to] ►1
Property(s):
28-2203-033-0010
28-2203-043-0010
Existing Land Use: Business & Office
Proposed Land Use: Town Center
Existing Zoning: B2
Proposed Zoning: TC1
City File No.: REZ2503-0001
ACP2503-0001
y vb- #—.
2A 0 0.25 0.5 1 Miles
N I I I I I I I I
BERCOW
RADELL
FERNANDEZ
LARKIN +
TAPANES
ZONING, LMD USE AND
ENNRCNVM NTAL LAW
March 7, 2025
VIA ELECTRONIC MAIL
200 S. Biscayne Boulevard Mr. Keven Klopp
Suite 300, Miami, FL 33131 Community Development Director
City of Aventura
www.brzoninglaw.com 19200 West Country Club Drive, 4th Floor
Aventura, Florida 33180
305.377.6238 office
305.377.6222 fax Re: Letter of Intent — Amendment to Official Zoning Map and
mmarrero@brzoninglaw.com Future Land Use Map for Cassa Residences
Dear Mr. Klopp:
This law firm represents Miami Off Center Associates, LLP
(the "Applicant"), with regard to this application to amend the City
of Aventura Zoning Map and Future Land Use Map for the
properties located at 2770 NE 187 Street ("Western Parcel") and
2822, 2826, 2830, 2834, and 2850 NE 187 Street ("Eastern Parcel")
(collectively referred to as the "Property") located within the
municipal boundaries of the City of Aventura (the "City") to be
designated as Town Center in the Future Land Use Map and TC1 in
the Zoning Map.
Property Description. The Property, further identified by
Miami -Dade County Property Appraiser Folio Nos. 28-2203-033-
0010 (Eastern Parcel) and 28-2203-043-0010 (Western Parcel) is
comprised of two (2) parcels located on the south side of NE 187
Street just west of NE 28 Court. The two parcels are currently
unified through a Unity of Title, as recorded in Official Records
Book 13177, Page 917 of the Public Records of Miami -Dade
County. The Eastern Parcel is currently improved with a two (2)
story commercial building. The Western Parcel is currently
improved with a one (1) story commercial building containing the
iconic Mo's Bagels & Deli.
Mr. Keven Klopp
Community Development Director
Page 2
The Applicant seeks to develop a mixed -use project on the Eastern Parcel consisting of
residential and ground floor retail uses. The Western Parcel, which currently hosts the iconic Mo's
Bagels & Deli will be preserved in its current state.
Section 33-77(f) of the City Code provides standards that staff and the City Commission
shall consider when reviewing proposed amendments to City's Official Zoning Map. The
Applicant's request addresses each of the standards as follows:
(1) The proposed amendment is consistent with goals, objectives and policies of the
City's Comprehensive Plan.
Presently, the Property is designated as Business and Office on the Future Land Use Map.
Concurrent with the rezoning request, the Applicant also seeks a redesignation to Town
Center in the Future Land Use Map. With that requested designation, the proposed
amendment would be consistent with the City's Comprehensive Plan.
(2) The proposed zoning district is compatible with the surrounding area's zoning
designation(s) and existing uses.
The Property is generally surrounded by a mix of commercial and residential uses, and
directly borders parcels zoned TC1, TC3, and RMF4. Therefore, a mixed -use development
with residential and commercial uses would be compatible in the center of all these uses.
(3) The subject property is physically suitable for the uses permitted in the proposed
district.
The location and size of the Property, the surrounding uses, and the Property's proximity
to TC1, TC3, and RMF4 zoned properties make it especially suitable for a mixed -use
development, such as is contemplated with the TC1 zoning district.
(4) There are sites available in other areas currently zoned for such use.
There are no sites available in other areas currently zoned for such use that will allow for
the development of the proposed project.
(5) If applicable, the proposed change will contribute to redevelopment of an area in
accordance with an approved redevelopment plan.
Not applicable.
Bercow Radell Fernandez Larkin & Tapanes 1305.377.6238 direct 1305.377.6222 fax I mmarrero@brzoninglaw.com
Mr. Keven Klopp
Community Development Director
Page 3
(6) The proposed change would adversely affect traffic patterns or congestion.
Upon site plan approval, the Applicant will submit a traffic study to address any traffic
impacts and would mitigate impacts as necessary.
(7) The proposed change would adversely impact population density such that the
demand for water, sewers, streets, recreational areas and facilities, and other public
facilities and services would be adversely affected.
The Applicant does not anticipate any adverse impacts to the City's infrastructure as a
result of its redevelopment of the Property. Nevertheless, these issues can be further
reviewed upon site plan submittal.
(8) Whether the proposed change would have an adverse environmental impact on the
vicinity.
The Applicant does not anticipate any adverse environmental impact with the
redevelopment of the Property.
(9) Whether the proposed change would adversely affect the health, safety, and welfare
of the neighborhood or the City as a whole.
The development is only expected to enhance safety and welfare within the surrounding
area.
Florida Statutes provides standards for reviewing proposed amendments to the Future
Land Use Map under F.S. 163.3177. The statute requires the following be analyzed when
considering a change to the Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map:
(1) The availability of facilities and services.
All required services and facilities are available to this location to fulfil the level of service
requirements. Any necessary capacity allocations for water, sewer, schools will be made
at the time of development order approval.
(2) The suitability of the plan amendment for its proposed use considering the
character of the undeveloped land, soils, topography, natural resources, and
historic resources on site.
Bercow Radell Fernandez Larkin & Tapanes 1305.377.6238 direct 1305.377.6222 fax I mmarrero@brzoninglaw.com
Mr. Keven Klopp
Community Development Director
Page 4
The Proposed Future Land Use Map amendment is suitable considering the Property is
currently fully developed with a commercial building.
(3) The minimum amount of land needed to achieve economically, socially, physically,
and environmentally, and fiscally balanced development.
The proposed Future Land Use Map amendment will not consume any currently
undeveloped land.
(4) The extent to which the development pattern of urban form discourages the
proliferation of urban sprawl.
The proposed Future Land Use Map amendment discourages urban sprawl by
facilitating mixed -use redevelopment that will increase density and intensity in an
already urban area.
For all the foregoing reasons, the applicant respectfully requests your department's
favorable review and recommendation of this application. Should you have any questions,
comments, or require additional information, please do not hesitate to phone my direct line at
(305) 377-6238.
Sincerely yours,
Michael J. Marrero
Enclosures
cc: Jeffrey Bercow
Benjamin Sherry
Bercow Radell Fernandez Larkin & Tapanes 1305.377.6238 direct 1305.377.6222 fax I mmarrero@brzoninglaw.com
CITY OF AVENTURA ORDINANCE NO. 2025-
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA, AMENDING
THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP BY CHANGING THE ZONING
DESIGNATION OF AN APPROXIMATE 3.01 ACRE TRACT OF LAND ON
THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF NE 187 STREET AND NE 28 COURT,
IDENTIFIED BY FOLIO NUMBERS 28-2203-043-0010 AND 28-2203-033-
0010, FROM "COMMUNITY BUSINESS DISTRICT (132)" TO "TOWN
CENTER DISTRICT (TC1)"; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY;
PROVIDING FOR INCLUSION IN THE CODE; AND PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, pursuant to Chapter 31 "Land Development Regulations", Article V
Development Review Procedures", Section 31-77 "Amendments to the Land
Development Regulations and Official Zoning Map" of the City Code of Ordinances ("City
Code"), the Applicant, Michael J. Marrero c/o Bercow Radell Fernandez Larkin &
Tapanes, on behalf of Miami Off Center Associates, LLP, through Application No.
REZ2503-0001, has applied to amend the Official Zoning Map of the City of Aventura
("Rezoning"), from B2, Community Business District, to TC1, Town Center District, for a
3.01 acre parcel of land located on the southwest corner of NE 187 Street and NE 28
Court, legally described in Exhibit "1 ", and further depicted on the Location Map attached
as Exhibit "2", (the "Property"); and
WHEREAS, the City Commission has been designated as the Local Planning
Agency for the City pursuant to Section 163.3174, Florida Statutes, and as the Local
Planning Agency has determined that the Rezoning is consistent with the applicable
provisions of the City Comprehensive Plan; and
WHEREAS, the City Commission has held the required public hearings, duly
noticed in accordance with the law; and
WHEREAS, the City Commission has reviewed the Rezoning application and has
considered the testimony of all interested parties at the public hearings, and has
determined that the Rezoning action set forth in this Ordinance is consistent with the
Comprehensive Plan and furthers the health, safety and welfare of the City.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA, AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Recitals. That the foregoing "Whereas" clauses are hereby ratified
and incorporated as the legislative intent of this Ordinance.
City of Aventura Ordinance No. 2025-
Section 2. Official Zoning Map Amended. That pursuant to Chapter 31 "Land
Development Regulations", Article V "Development Review Procedures", Section 31-77
"Amendments to the Land Development Regulations and Official Zoning Map" of the City
Code of Ordinances ("City Code"), the Official Zoning Map of the City of Aventura is
hereby amended to change the zoning designation for the Property, legally described in
Exhibit "'I", and further depicted on the Location Map attached as Exhibit "2", from B2,
Community Business District, to TC1, Town Center District.
Section 3. Inclusion in the Code. That it is the intention of the City
Commission, and it is hereby ordained that the Official Zoning Map of the City, a part of
the City's Land Development Regulations pursuant to Section 31.4 of the Code, may be
revised to reflect the approved change in zoning.
Section 4. Severability. That the provisions of this Ordinance are declared to
be severable and if any section, sentence, clause or phrase of this Ordinance shall for
any reason be held to be invalid or unconstitutional, such decision shall not affect the
validity of the remaining sections, sentences, clauses, and phrases of this Ordinance but
they shall remain in effect, it being the legislative intent that this Ordinance shall stand
notwithstanding the invalidity of any part.
Section 5. Disclaimer. That pursuant to Section 166.033, Florida Statutes, all
applicable state and federal permits must be obtained before commencement of the
development. Issuance of this development order by the City of Aventura does not in any
way create any right on the part of an applicant to obtain a permit from a state or federal
agency and does not create any liability on the part of the City of Aventura for issuance
of a development order if the applicant fails to obtain requisite approvals or fulfill the
obligations imposed by a state or federal agency or undertakes actions that result in a
violation of state or federal law. All applicable state and federal permits must be obtained
before commencement of the development. This condition is included pursuant to Section
166.033, Florida Statutes, as amended.
Section 6. Effective Date. That this Ordinance shall be effective upon the
effective date of the ordinance adopting a concurrent small scale amendment to the
Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map affecting the Property.
Page 2 of 4
City of Aventura Ordinance No. 2025-
The foregoing Ordinance was offered by Commissioner Blachman, who moved its
adoption on first reading. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Bloom, and upon
being put to a vote, the vote was as follows:
Commissioner Clifford B. Ain No
Commissioner Gustavo Blachman Yes
Commissioner Amit Bloom Yes
Commissioner Rachel S. Friedland Yes
Commissioner Paul A. Kruss Absent
Vice Mayor Cindy Orlinsky Yes
Mayor Howard S. Weinberg Yes
The foregoing Ordinance was offered by Commissioner , who moved its
adoption on second reading. 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 Rachel S. Friedland
Commissioner Paul A. Kruss
Vice Mayor Cindy Orlinsky
Mayor Howard S. Weinberg
PASSED on first reading this 6th day of May, 2025.
PASSED AND ADOPTED on second reading this 1st day of July, 2025.
Page 3 of 4
City of Aventura Ordinance No. 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 4 of 4
Exhibit "1"
LEGAL DESCRIPTION
As to Parcel 1: (Folio Number: 28-2203-033-0010)
Tract A of GILDA TRACT, according to the Plat thereof as recorded in Plat Book 117, Page 12, of the
Public Records of Miami - Dade County, Florida.
As to Parcel Z: (Folio Number: 28-2203-043-0010)
Tract B of GILDA TRACT FIRST ADDITION, according to the Plat thereof as recorded in Plat Book 130,
Page 49, of the Public Records of Miami - Dade County, Florida.
LOCATION MAP
------------ ,------------ — — — — —
�
z i
m
ui� 1
i
D 1
<
m �
1
VE=2707TH=ST
i
N;COU,NTR_Y_CLUB=DR
F fD*i' - =
MajorRoads
_ . Aventura Municipal Boundary
w
Q
z
J
J
0
J
EXHIBIT #: 2
DATE:05/06/2025
AGENDA ITEM(S):
1]6Y0I:i121to] ►1
Property(s):
28-2203-033-0010
28-2203-043-0010
Existing Land Use: Business & Office
Proposed Land Use: Town Center
Existing Zoning: B2
Proposed Zoning: TC1
City File No.: REZ2503-0001
ACP2503-0001
y vb- #—.
2A 0 0.25 0.5 1 Miles
N I I I I I I I I
CITY OF AVENTURA
OFFICE OF THE CITY MANAGER
MEMORANDUM
TO: City Commission
�l
FROM: Bryan Pegues
City Manager
BY: Keven R. Klopp
Community Development Director
DATE: May 30, 2025
SUBJECT: Request by Miami Off Center LLP for a Variance to develop a Mixed -
Use Project on Property Located at 2770-2850 NE 187 Street
(VAR2505-0001).
June 3, 2025 Local Planning Agency Meeting Agenda
June 3, 2025 City Commission Meeting Agenda
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Commission approve the requested variance for a
proposed project located at 2770, 2822, 2826, 2830, 2834 and 2850 NE 187 Street to
facilitate the mixed -use development known as Cassa Residences.
THE REQUEST
The applicant, Bercow, Radell, Fernandez, Larkin & Tapanes, on behalf of Miami Off
Center LLP, is requesting a variance from Section 31-145(b)(1)a to permit a mixed -use
development where the ratio of square feet of residential uses to commercial uses is
10.58.1, where a maximum ratio of 3:1 is required; and a variance from Section 31-
145(b)(5)f to permit: 1) a front setback of 15 feet where 25 feet is required; 2) a side street
setback of 15 feet where 20 feet is required; and 3) a rear setback of 12 feet where 20
feet is required.
BACKGROUND
OWNER OF PROPERTY: Miami Off Center LLP
NAME OF APPLICANT Michael J. Marrero, Esq.
Bercow, Radell, Fernandez, Larkin & Tapanes
LOCATION OF PROPERTY 2770, 2822, 2826, 2830, 2834 and 2850 NE 187 Street
Folios: 28-2203-033-0010 and 28-2203-043-0010
See Exhibit #2 for Location Map
SIZE OF PROPERTY 3.0175 acres +/-
LEGAL DESCRIPTION Parcel 1: (Folio Number: 28-2203-033-0010)
Tract A of Gilda Tract, according to the Plat thereof as
recorded in Plat Book 117, Page 12, of the Public
Records of Miami - Dade County, Florida.
Parcel 2: (Folio Number: 28-2203-043-0010)
Tract B of Gilda Tract First Addition, according to the
Plat thereof as recorded in Plat Book 130, Page 49, of
the Public Records of Miami - Dade County, Florida.
Zoning:
Subject Property
B2
Community Business District
Properties to the North
TC1
Town Center District
Properties to the South
B2
Community Business District
RMF4 Multifamily Medium High Density
Properties to the East
TC2
Town Center Marine District
Properties to the West
B2
Community Business District
Existing Land Use —
Subject Property
Retail
Properties to the North
Mixed Use Residential Commercial
Properties to the South
Vacant Lands
Properties to the East
Marina
Properties to the West
Vacant lands
Future Land Use —
Subject Property
Business and Office
Properties to the North
Town Center
Properties to the South
Business and Office
Medium High Density Residential
Properties to the East
Town Center
Properties to the West
Business and Office
K
The Site - The site consists of 2 parcels totaling approximately 3.0175 acres of land
located on the southwest corner of NE 187 Street and NE 28 Court, and accessible via
two driveways located on NE 187 Street and NE 28 Court.
The Project — The project proposed is a mixed -use development on the easternmost
parcel featuring 208 residential units, 12,000 square feet of retail at ground level and a 7-
story parking garage with 456 parking spaces.
ANALYSIS
Consistency with Comprehensive Master Plan — The request will be consistent with
the City of Aventura Comprehensive Plan contingent to the approval of the application to
change the City's Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map designation of the Property
from Business and Office to Town Center presented concurrently for second reading and
final approval.
Citizen Comments — Notices were mailed and the property was posted as required by
City Code. The Community Development Department has received no written citizen
comments to date.
Community Development Department Analysis — The Property is being rezoned to
TC1, Town center Zoning District. Mixed use developments are permitted in this district.
Criteria
The guidelines for approval of variances as required by Section 31-76(e) of the City' s
Land Development Regulation state:
Standards of review. A variance shall be granted only where competent and substantial
evidence presented in the particular case shows that all of the following are met-
(1) The particular physical surroundings, shape, topographical condition, or
other physical or environmental condition of the specific property involved
would result in a particular hardship upon the owner, as distinguished from
a mere inconvenience, if the regulations were carried out literally.
The unique location and particular shape of the Property creates a hardship upon
the owner that is remedied by the granting of these variances.
(2) The conditions upon which the request for a variance is based are unique
to the parcel and would not be generally applicable to other property within
the vicinity.
The conditions upon which the request for a variance is based are unique to the
parcel and would not be generally applicable to other property within the vicinity.
191
This parcel is uniquely situated within the City and is uniquely preserving certain
existing structures while redeveloping a different portion of the Property.
(3) The alleged difficulty or hardship is not economic and has not been
deliberately created to establish a use or structure, which is not otherwise
consistent with the LDR.
The hardship is not economic and has not been deliberately created. The proposed mixed
use development is consistent with the Land Development Regulations.
(4) The granting of the variance will not be detrimental to the public welfare or
injurious to other property or improvements in the vicinity.
The granting of the variance will not be detrimental to the public welfare or injurious
to other property or improvements in the vicinity. The improvements to the property
will positively affect other properties in the vicinity.
(5) The proposed variance will not substantially increase the congestion in the
public streets, or increase the danger of fire, or endanger the public safety,
or substantially diminish or impair property values within the vicinity.
The proposed variance will not substantially increase the congestion in the public streets,
as compared to what may be developed as of right if the current zoning district is
unchanged. Additionally, newer facilities will not increase the danger of fire, or endanger
the public safety or substantially diminish or impair property values within the vicinity.
Recommendation
It is recommended that the request for variances be granted.
CI
LOCATION MAP
EXHIBIT #: 2
-----------------------1-----------------1
� 1
a II 1
m1 .m 1
c1 _ 1
3� D 1
< 1
Z+ m 1
NE 207TH ST
N COUNTRY CLUB DR '
1
1
1
NE 203RD ST p p
c 1
z a z 1
m cr —I 1
j RPg�VD 1
i AV�N � ,
c
< W /
m p
F z ,
,
/
/
1 '
PN:CSwY� WILLIgM t N ;
NM. F
w���ra:M.cE M� N cswY�
/
,
,
/
/
,
NE 187TH ST /
NE i86TH ST /
n .
I
I
I
I
I
O �
mIlu
® /
1
m 1
Subject Property
W
1ZLJI >
a
Ln
MajorRoads
If
' J
�.' _ Aventura Municipal Boundary
DATE: 06/03/2025
AGENDA ITEM(S):
DESCRIPTION:
Property(s):
28-2203-033-0010
28-2203-043-0010
City File No.: CUP2505-0001
VAR2505-0001
A0 0.25 0.5 1 Miles
N I i i i I i i i I
CITY OF AVENTURA RESOLUTION NO. 2025-
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
AVENTURA, FLORIDA, GRANTING A VARIANCE FROM SECTION 31-
145(B)(1)A OF THE CITY'S LAND DEVELOPMENTS REGULATIONS TO
PERMIT A MIXED USE DEVELOPMENT WHERE THE RATIO OF SQUARE
FEET OF RESIDENTIAL USES TO COMMERCIAL USES IS 10.58:1
WHERE A MAXIMUM RATIO OF 3:1 IS REQUIRED; AND VARIANCE
FROM SECTION 31-145(B)(5)F TO PERMIT: (1) A FRONT SETBACK OF
15 FEET WHERE 25 FEET IS REQUIRED; (2) A SIDE STREET SETBACK
OF 15 FEET WHERE 20 FEET IS REQUIRED; AND (3) A REAR SETBACK
OF 12 FEET WHERE 20 FEET IS REQUIRED, FOR THE PROPERTY
LOCATED AT 2770, 2822, 2826, 2830, 2834 AND 2850 NE 187 STREET;
PROVIDING FOR IMPLEMENTATION; AND PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the applicant, Bercow, Radell, Fernandez, Larkin & Tapanes, on
behalf of Miami Off Center LLP, through Application No. VAR2505-0001 ("Application"),
is requesting a variance from Section 31-145(b)(1)a to permit a mixed -use development
where the ratio of square feet of residential uses to commercial uses is 10.58.1, where a
maximum ratio of 3:1 is required; and
WHEREAS, the applicant, through the same Application, is requesting a variance
from Section 31-145(b)(5)f to permit: 1) a front setback of 15 feet where 25 feet is
required; 2) a side street setback of 15 feet where 20 feet is required; and 3) a rear
setback of 12 feet where 20 feet is required; and
WHEREAS, following proper notice, the City Commission 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 for Variance from Section 31-145(b)(1)a to permit a
mixed -use development where the ratio of square feet of residential uses to commercial
uses is 10.58.1, where a maximum ratio of 3:1 is required and variance from Section 31-
145(b)(5)f to permit: 1) a front setback of 15 feet where 25 feet is required; 2) a side street
setback of 15 feet where 20 feet is required; and 3) a rear setback of 12 feet where 20
feet is required, to facilitate the redevelopment of the property legally described in Exhibit
"A", is hereby granted.
City of Aventura Resolution No. 2025-
Section 2. The City Manager is authorized to cause the issuance of permits in
accordance with the approvals and conditions herein provided and to indicate such
approvals and conditions upon the records of the City.
Section 3. Issuance of this development order by the City of Aventura does not
in any way create any right on the part of an applicant to obtain a permit from a state or
federal agency and does not create any liability on the part of the City of Aventura for
issuance of the development order if the applicant fails to obtain requisite approvals or
fulfill the obligations imposed by a state or federal agency or undertakes actions that result
in a violation of state or federal law. All applicable state and federal permits must be
obtained before commencement of the development. This condition is included pursuant
to Section 166.033, Florida Statutes, as amended.
Section 4. This Resolution shall become effective immediately upon its
adoption.
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 Rachel S. Friedland
Commissioner Paul A. Kruss
Vice Mayor Cindy Orlinsky
Mayor Howard S. Weinberg
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 1st day of July, 2025.
Page 2 of 3
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.
Page 3 of 3
EXHIBIT "A"
LEGAL DESCRIPTION
Parcel 1: (Folio Number: 28-2203-033-0010)
Tract A of Gilda Tract, according to the Plat thereof as recorded in Plat Book 117, Page
12, of the Public Records of Miami - Dade County, Florida.
Parcel 2: (Folio Number: 28-2203-043-0010)
Tract B of Gilda Tract First Addition, according to the Plat thereof as recorded in Plat Book
130, Page 49, of the Public Records of Miami - Dade County, Florida.
CITY OF AVENTURA
OFFICE OF THE CITY MANAGER
MEMORANDUM
TO: City Commission
FROM: Bryan Pegues
City Manager
BY: Keven R. Klopp
Community Development Director
DATE: May 30, 2025
SUBJECT: Request by Miami Off Center LLP for Conditional Use Approval for a
Mixed -Use Development on Property Located at 2770-2850 NE 187
Street (CUP2505-0001)
June 3, 2025 Local Planning Agency Meeting Agenda
June 3, 2025 City Commission Meeting Agenda
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Commission approve the requested Conditional Use for
a proposed project located at 2770, 2822, 2826, 2830, 2834 and 2850 NE 187 Street to
facilitate the mixed -use development known as Cassa Residences.
THE REQUEST
The applicant, Bercow, Radell, Fernandez, Larkin & Tapanes, on behalf of Miami Off
Center LLP, is requesting Conditional Use approval pursuant to Section 31-145(b)(3)q of
the City's Land Development Regulations (the "LDRs") to permit a density of 69 dwelling
units per acre for a project providing Hero Housing, where the LDRs permit a maximum
density of 25 dwelling units per acre; Conditional Use approval pursuant to Section 31-
145(b)(3)e of the LDRs to permit the proposed height of 17 stories (174'), where the LDRs
allow a maximum height of four (4) stories (50'); and Conditional Use approval pursuant
to Section 31-145(b)(3)g of the LDRs to allow minimum floor areas of 800 square feet for
one bedroom units where the minimum area required is 900 square feet for the Property
identified with folios 28-2203-033-0010 and 28-2203-043-0010. The applicant's Letter of
Intent is attached as Exhibit #1 to this report.
BACKGROUND
OWNER OF PROPERTY:
NAME OF APPLICANT
LOCATION OF PROPERTY
SIZE OF PROPERTY
Miami Off Center LLP
Michael J. Marrero, Esq.
Bercow, Radell, Fernandez, Larkin & Tapanes
2770, 2822, 2826, 2830, 2834 and 2850 NE 187 Street
Folios: 28-2203-033-0010 and 28-2203-043-0010
See Exhibit #2 for Location Map
3.0175 acres +/-
See Exhibit #A for Legal Description
The Property consists of 2 parcels totaling approximately 3.0175 acres of land located on
the southwest corner of NE 187 Street and NE 28 Court. These two parcels, identified as
2770 NE 187 Street ("Western Parcel") and 2822, 2826, 2830, 2834, and 2850 NE 187
Street ("Eastern Parcel") are currently unified through a Unity of Title, as recorded in
Official Records Book 13177, Page 917 of the Public Records of Miami -Dade County.
Currently, the Property is developed with two commercial buildings of approximately
45,000 square feet of retail space. The Western Parcel, occupied by the iconic Mo's
Bagels & Deli and additional retail establishments totaling 10,900 square feet, will be
preserved in its current state. The Applicant is proposing to developed a mixed -use
project on the Eastern Parcel.
The proposed mixed -use development consists of a residential tower 17-story height
featuring 208 residential units and 12,000 square feet of retail space at ground level. A
seven -story parking garage, integrated to the south of the tower, will provide 456 parking
spaces, featuring both indoor and outdoor residential amenities on its rooftop. The
residential unit mix will include one -to three -bedroom units ranging from 800 to 1,575
square feet of floor areas. See Exhibit #3 for proposed development.
The applicant had previously submitted two applications related to this request that were
presented to the City Commission and approved for first reading on May 6, 2025. The
first application changes the City's Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map
designation of the Property from Business and Office to Town Center, and the second
application amends the City's Official Zoning Map by changing the zoning of the property
from B2, Commercial Business District, to TC1, Town Center District. These applications
are on the June 3 City's Commission meeting agenda to be presented for second reading
and final approval. The Local Planning Agency recommendation regarding this
Conditional Use approval will be presented to City Commission concurrently with and
contingent upon the approval of the above stated applications. The applicant had also
submitted a request for variance that will be considered together with this request and an
Administrative Site Plan Approval Application that is currently being reviewed by City staff
and its consultants.
K
ANALYSIS
Subject Property
B2
Community Business District
Properties to the North
TC1
Town Center District
Properties to the South
B2
Community Business District
RMF4 Multifamily Medium High Density
Properties to the East
TC2
Town Center Marine District
Properties to the West
B2
Community Business District
Existing Land Use —
Subject Property
Retail
Properties to the North
Mixed Use Residential Commercial
Properties to the South
Vacant Lands
Properties to the East
Marina
Properties to the West
Vacant lands
Future Land Use —
Subject Property
Business and Office
Properties to the North
Town Center
Properties to the South
Business and Office
Medium High Density Residential
Properties to the East
Town Center
Properties to the West
Business and Office
Access — The site is accessible via two driveways located on NE 187 Street and NE 28
Court.
Standards for Review - The following is staff's evaluation of the proposed use using the
criteria for approval of conditional uses found in Section 31-73(c) of the City's Land
Development Regulations.
1. The proposed use shall be consistent with the Comprehensive Plan.
The proposed use is consistent with the City of Aventura Comprehensive Plan. The
proposed future land use designation for this parcel is Town Center and the proposed
uses are consistent with the Town Center Zoning District.
2. The establishment, maintenance or operation of the proposed use shall not be
detrimental to or endanger the public health, safety or general welfare.
191
The establishment, maintenance and operation of the proposed use will not be
detrimental to or endanger the public health, safety or general welfare. The Applicant's
proposal will activate a dated and underutilized property.
3. The proposed use shall be consistent with the community character of the immediate
neighborhood of the proposed use.
The proposed use is consistent with the community character of the immediate
neighborhood. The immediately adjacent parcel to the south has an approval for an
eighteen (18) story building and there are in total at least six (6) properties within a
quarter -mile from the Property with built or approved buildings that range from eleven
(11) to twenty-eight (28) stories in height.
4. Utilities, roadway capacity, drainage and other necessary public facilities, including
police, fire and emergency services shall exist at the City's adopted levels of service
or will be available concurrent with demand as provided forin the requirement of these
LDR's.
City public facilities and services will continue to operate within the required levels of
service once the development is completed.
5. Adequate measures exist or shall be taken to provide ingress and egress to the
proposed use in a manner that minimizes traffic congestion in the public streets.
The Applicant has taken adequate measures to provide ingress and egress to the
development in a manner that minimizes traffic congestion in the public streets.
6. The establishment of the conditional use shall not impede the development of
surrounding properties for uses permitted in the zoning district.
The conditional use will not have any detrimental effect on the ability of surrounding
properties to develop with uses permitted in their zoning districts.
7. The design of the proposed use shall minimize adverse effects, including visual
impacts of the proposed use on adjacent property through the use of building
orientation, setbacks, buffers, landscaping and other design criteria.
The design of the proposed residential building provides appealing visuals and its
orientation and scale are appropriate to its location. The applicant is working with City
staff to enhance the visual appeal of the building providing garage screening with
metal mesh and panels in addition to other fagade enhancements.
Public Hearing Notice - Notice of this public hearing has been published, posted and
mailed in accordance with Section 31-71(e) of the City Code.
CI
RECOMMENDED CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
1. Building permits must be consistent with drawings as submitted for site plan
approval, dated May 6, 2025, and listed in Exhibit #3, unless otherwise
subsequently amended by an administrative site plan approval. The referenced
plans are being reviewed under Administrative Site Plan Approval regulations,
the TC-1 zoning district regulations, and all other applicable regulations as
provided within the City of Aventura Land Development Regulations.
2. A contribution of $1,000,000 toward the capital costs related to construction of
a new charter school for the City with the following payment schedule:
a. $300,000 at permit issuance
b. $700,000 at Certificate of Occupancy issuance.
3. Twelve (12) Hero Housing units, physical details of which are to be finalized
prior to site plan approval, and administration of which shall proceed pursuant
to a HERO Housing Agreement that shall be executed prior to first permit
issuance. An administrative fee of $1,000 per HERO Housing Unit proffered
with the request for conditional use approval — in this case $12,000 — shall be
paid within 10 days of City Commission approval of the Resolution granting the
request.
4. Prior to receiving permits for any permanent structure, obtain Miami -Dade
County Schools' issuance of a finding that School Concurrency has been met
and pay applicable School Impact Fees.
61
EXHIBIT "A"
LEGAL DESCRIPTION
Parcel 1: (Folio Number: 28-2203-033-0010)
Tract A of Gilda Tract, according to the Plat thereof as recorded in Plat Book 117, Page
12, of the Public Records of Miami - Dade County, Florida.
Parcel 2: (Folio Number: 28-2203-043-0010)
Tract B of Gilda Tract First Addition, according to the Plat thereof as recorded in Plat Book
130, Page 49, of the Public Records of Miami - Dade County, Florida.
BERCOW
RADELL
\ FERNANDEZ
LARKIN
N TAPANES
\ ZONING,LWUSE ANP
ENVIFCNMEMAL LAW
May 15, 2025
VIA ELECTRONIC MAIL
200 S. Biscayne Boulevard Mr. Keven Klopp
Suite 300, Miami, FL 33131 Community Development Director
City of Aventura
www.brzoninglaw.com 19200 West Country Club Drive, 4th Floor
Aventura, Florida 33180
305.377.6238 office
305.377.6222fax Re: Letter of Intent — Conditional Use Approval and Variances for
mmarrero@brzoninglaw.com Cassa Residences
Dear Mr. Klopp:
We represent Miami Off Center Associates, LLP (the
"Applicant"), with regard to this application for conditional use and
variance approval for the properties located at 2770 NE 187 Street
("Western Parcel") and 2822, 2826, 2830, 2834, and 2850 NE 187
Street ("Eastern Parcel") (collectively referred to as the "Property")
located within the municipal boundaries of the City of Aventura
(the "City"). The Applicant submitted applications to amend the
City Zoning Map and Future Land Use Map to redesignate the
Property as Town Center on the Future Land Use Map and TC1 on
the Zoning Map which received approval at First Reading by the
City Commission on May 6, 2025 and is scheduled for Second
Reading on June 3, 2025. The Applicant is also preparing to submit
an application for Administrative Site Plan Review ("ASPR") with
detailed plans for the proposed project.
Property Description. The Property, further identified by
Miami -Dade County Property Appraiser Folio Nos. 28-2203-033-
0010 (Eastern Parcel) and 28-2203-043-0010 (Western Parcel) is
comprised of two (2) parcels located on the south side of NE 187
Street just west of NE 28 Court. The two parcels are currently
unified through a Unity of Title, as recorded in Official Records
Book 13177, Page 917 of the Public Records of Miami -Dade
County. The Eastern Parcel is currently improved with a two (2)
story commercial building. The Western Parcel is currently
Mr. Keven Klopp
Community Development Director
Page 2
improved with a one (1) story commercial building containing the iconic Mo's Bagels & Deli.
Pending Applications. As briefly noted above, the Applicant is currently processing
applications to amend the City's Future Land Use Map and Zoning Map to redesignate the
Property as Town Center on the Future Land Use Map and TC1 on the Zoning Map. These
applications were approved by the City Commission at First Reading on May 6, 2025. Second
Reading is scheduled for June 3, 2025. The following Conditional Use and Variance requests
assume the approval of these applications.
The Project. The Applicant seeks to develop a mixed -use project on the Eastern Parcel
consisting of residential and ground floor retail uses. The building on Western Parcel, which
currently hosts the Mo's Bagels & Deli will be preserved in its current state. In other words, Mo's
Bagels & Deli will not be affected by this redevelopment. Specifically, the Project consists of a
seventeen (17) story building with 208 residential units including a portion dedicated as HERO
Housing units, 12,000 square feet of ground floor retail space, and of 527 parking spaces. The
Project complies with the City's color palette provided in Section 31-233 of the Code and the
sizing and massing of the Project is consistent with the surrounding area.
Public Benefit. In association with the Project, the Applicant is voluntarily proffering to
the City a $1,000,000 school contribution in the form of a $300,000 contribution upon issuance
of building permits and $700,000 upon issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy.
Requests. The Applicant respectfully requests the approval of the following requests:
1) Conditional Use Approval pursuant to Section 31-145(b)(3)(q) for a maximum density
of sixty-nine (69) dwelling units per acre with HERO Housing units;
2) Conditional Use Approval pursuant to Section 31-145(b)(3)(e) for a maximum height
of seventeen (17) stories;
3) Conditional Use Approval pursuant to Section 31-145(b)(3)(g) to allow one (1)
bedroom unit with a floor area of 800 square feet and 815 square feet;
4) Variance from Section 31-145(b)(1) to allow a mixed -use structure with a ratio of total
square feet dedicated to residential and non-residential uses of more than 3:1; and
5) Variance from Section 31-145(b)(5)(f) to allow for a front setback of fifteen feet (15')
where twenty-five feet (25') is required; a street side setback of fifteen feet (15') where
Bercow Radell Fernandez Larkin & Tapanes 1305.377.6238 direct 1305.377.6222 fax I mmarrero@brzoninglaw.com
Mr. Keven Klopp
Community Development Director
Page 3
twenty feet (20') is required, and a rear setback of twelve feet (12') where twenty feet
(20') is required.
Conditional Use Criteria. The proposed Conditional Use addresses the criteria described
in Sec. 31-73 governing Conditional uses as follows:
1. The proposed use shall be consistent with the Comprehensive Plan.
The application is consistent with the goals and objectives of the Comprehensive Plan,
specifically the type of uses proposed are specifically contemplated in the Town Center
designation and TC1 Zoning District.
2. The maintenance and operation of the proposed use shall not be detrimental to or
endanger the public health, safety, or general welfare.
The proposed use will not be detrimental to or endanger public health, safety or general
welfare. The Applicant's proposal will activate a dated and underutilized property with an
exciting mix of uses.
3. The proposed use shall be consistent with the community character of the
immediate neighborhood of the proposed use.
The proposed use is consistent with community character of the immediate
neighborhood. The immediately adjacent parcel to the south has an approval for a
eighteen (18) story building and there are in total at least six (6) properties within a
quarter -mile from the Property with built or approved buildings that range from eleven
(11) to twenty-eight (28) stories in height.
4. Utilities, roadway capacity, drainage, and other necessary public facilities, including
police, fire and emergency services, shall exist at the City's adopted levels of service,
or will be available concurrent with demand as provided for in the requirements of
theses LDRs.
City public facilities and services will continue to operate within the required levels of
service once the Property is completed.
Bercow Radell Fernandez Larkin & Tapanes 1305.377.6238 direct 1305.377.6222 fax I mmarrero@brzoninglaw.com
Mr. Keven Klopp
Community Development Director
Page 4
S. Adequate measures exist or shall be taken to provide ingress and egress to the
proposed use in a manner that minimizes traffic congestion in the public streets.
The Applicant has taken adequate measures to provide ingress and egress to the Property
in a manner that that minimizes traffic congestion in the public streets.
6. The establishment of the conditional use shall not impede the development of
surrounding properties for uses permitted in the zoning district.
The conditional use will not have any detrimental effect on the ability of surrounding
properties to develop with uses permitted in their zoning districts.
7. The design of the proposed use shall minimize adverse effects, including visual
impacts, of the proposed use on adjacent property through the use of building
orientation, setbacks, buffers, landscaping and other design criteria.
The proposed use is designed to adequately mitigate adverse impacts, visual or otherwise,
to adjacent properties. Extensive landscaping has been provided throughout the
property, including the extensive activation of the site's existing water feature.
Variance Criteria. The proposed variances address the criteria described in Sec. 31-76
governing variances as follows:
1. The particular physical surroundings, shape, topographical condition, or other
physical or environmental condition of the specific property involved would result
in a particular hardship upon the owner, as distinguished from a mere
inconvenience, if the regulations were carried out literally.
The unique location and particular condition of the Property creates a hardship upon the
owner that is remedied by the granting of these variances.
2. The conditions upon which the request for a variance is based are unique to the
parcel and would not be generally applicable to other property within the vicinity.
The conditions upon which the request for a variance is based are unique to the parcel
and would not be generally applicable to other property within the vicinity. This parcel is
uniquely situated within the City and is uniquely preserving certain existing structures
while redeveloping a different portion of the Property.
Bercow Radell Fernandez Larkin & Tapanes 1305.377.6238 direct 1305.377.6222 fax I mmarrero@brzoninglaw.com
Mr. Keven Klopp
Community Development Director
Page 5
3. The alleged difficulty or hardship is not economic and has not been deliberately
created to establish a use or structure which is not otherwise consistent with the
LDR.
The hardship is not economic and has not been deliberately created to establish a use or
structure which is not otherwise consistent with the LDR.
4. The granting of the variance will not be detrimental to the public welfare or
injurious to other property or improvements in the vicinity.
The granting of the variance will not be detrimental to the public welfare or injurious to
other property or improvements in the vicinity.
S. The proposed variance will not substantially increase the congestion in the public
streets, or increase the danger of fire, or endanger the public safety, or substantially
diminish or impair property values within the vicinity.
The proposed variance will not substantially increase the congestion in the public streets,
or increase the danger of fire, or endanger the public safety, or substantially diminish or
impair property values within the vicinity.
For all the foregoing reasons, the applicant respectfully requests your department's
favorable review and recommendation of this application. Should you have any questions,
comments, or require additional information, please do not hesitate to phone my direct line at
(305) 377-6238.
Sincerely yours,
Y�
Michael J. Marrero
Enclosures
Bercow Radell Fernandez Larkin & Tapanes 1305.377.6238 direct 1305.377.6222 fax I mmarrero@brzoninglaw.com
Mr. Keven Klopp
Community Development Director
Page 6
cc: Jeffrey Bercow
Benjamin Sherry
Bercow Radell Fernandez Larkin & Tapanes 1305.377.6238 direct 1305.377.6222 fax I mmarrero@brzoninglaw.com
LOCATION MAP
EXHIBIT #: 2
-----------------------1-----------------1
� 1
a II 1
m1 .m 1
c1 _ 1
3� D 1
< 1
Z+ m 1
NE 207TH ST
N COUNTRY CLUB DR '
1
1
1
NE 203RD ST p p
c 1
z a z 1
m cr —I 1
j RPg�VD 1
i AV�N � ,
c
< W /
m p
F z ,
,
/
/
1 '
PN:CSwY� WILLIgM t N ;
NM. F
w���ra:M.cE M� N cswY�
/
,
,
/
/
,
NE 187TH ST /
NE i86TH ST /
n .
I
I
I
I
I
O �
mIlu
® /
1
m 1
Subject Property
W
1ZLJI >
a
Ln
MajorRoads
If
' J
�.' _ Aventura Municipal Boundary
DATE: 06/03/2025
AGENDA ITEM(S):
DESCRIPTION:
Property(s):
28-2203-033-0010
28-2203-043-0010
City File No.: CUP2505-0001
VAR2505-0001
A0 0.25 0.5 1 Miles
N I i i i I i i i I
1�•?Jar-11
17605 SCARSDALE WAY
BOCA RATON, FL 33496
TEL. (954) 540-3165
ASSOCIATES
ARCHITECTS, PA
Lic. No. AA C 000779
BOSS NW 155-STREET
MIAMI-LAKES, FL 33016
P.305.826.3999 F305.826.4I55
Wwv✓.cf—hit-M.—
J�` SWEDROE
ARCHITECTURE
12000 BISCAYNE BLVD, SUITE 200
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33181
TEL(305) 691-2555
LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE:
CIVIL ENGINEERING:
Kiml pA orn
2 AL14AM13RA PLAZA, ST 500
CORAL GABLES, FLORIDA 33134
TEL. (786) 725-5669
Miami Off Center Associates,LLP
ZONING ATTORNEY:
BERCOW
I
J I n LKIN A I FERNANDEZ
LARKIN+
TAPANES
MNlW,—DWEM ExlMNM—
200 S.BISCAYNE BOULEVARD, SUITE 300
MIAMI,FL 33131
TEL.(305) 377-6232 I FAX (305) 377-6222
16690 COLLINS AVE, STE 1004
SUNNY ISLES BEACH, FL 33160
INDEX OF SHEETS
ARCHITECTURE
PRELIMINARY DESIGN FOR:
CASSA RESIDENCES
AVENTURA, FLORIDA
A0.0 COVER SHEET
SP-1 SITE PLAN
SP-2 OPEN SPACE DIAGRAM
A1.0 ZONING DATA
A2.0 1ST LEVEL PLAN
A24 2ND-7TH AND 7TH LEVEL PLAN
A2.2 RTH LEVEL PLAN
A2.3 9TH-17TH LEVEL PLAN
A2A ROOF PLAN
A3.0 ELEVATION
A34 ELEVATION
A3.2 ELEVATION
A3.3 ELEVATION
A4.0 RENDERING
A4A RENDERING
A4.2 RENDERING
LANDSCAPE
L-000 COVER SHEET
L-100 TREE DISPOSITION PLAN OVERALL
L-101 TREE DISPOSITION PLAN
L-102 TREE DISPOSITION PLAN
L-103 TREE LIST AND MITIGATION CALCULATIONS
L-150 TREE DISPOSITION NOTES AND DETAILS
L-300 GROUND LEVEL LANDSCAPE PLAN OVERALL
L-301 GROUND LEVEL LANDSCAPE PLAN
L-302 GROUND LEVEL LANDSCAPE PLAN
L-303 GROUND LEVEL LANDSCAPE SCHEDULE
L-310 AMENITY LEVEL LANDSCAPE PLAN
L-311 AMENITY LEVEL LANDSCAPE SCHEDULE
L-350 LANDSCAPE NOTES AND DETAILS
L-351 LANDSCAPE NOTES AND DETAILS
EXHIBIT "Y
CIVIL
C-001 COVER SHEET
C-002 GENERAL NOTES
C-100 DEMOLITION AND EROSION CONTROL PLAN
C-101 EROSION CONTROL DETAILS
C-200 HORIZONTAL CONTROL, SIGNAGE AND MARKING
C-201 HORIZONTAL CONTROL DETAILS
C-300 PAVING, GRADING AND DRAINAGE PLAN
C-301 PAVING, GRADING AND DRAINAGE DETAILS
C-400 WATER AND SEWER PLAN
CITY OF AVENTURA RESOLUTION NO. 2025-
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
AVENTURA, FLORIDA, GRANTING CONDITIONAL USE APPROVAL,
PURSUANT TO SECTION 31-145(B)3 OF THE CITY CODE OF
ORDINANCES, (1) TO PERMIT DENSITY OF 69 DWELLING UNITS PER
ACRE FOR A PROJECT PROVIDING HERO HOUSING, WHERE THE CITY
CODE PERMITS 25; (2) TO PERMIT HEIGHTS UP TO 17 STORIES (174'),
WHERE THE CITY CODE PERMITS FOUR (4) STORIES (50'); AND (3) TO
PERMIT MINIMUM FLOOR AREAS OF 800 SQUARE FEET FOR ONE
BEDROOM UNITS, WHERE THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENT IS 900
SQUARE FEET; FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2770, 2822, 2826,
2830, 2834 AND 2850 NE 187 STREET; PROVIDING FOR CONDITIONS
OF APPROVAL; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, pursuant to Chapter 31, "Land Development Regulation", Article VII,
Use Regulation, Section 31-145(b) "Town Center District (TC1)" of the City Code of
Ordinances, the applicant, Bercow, Radell, Fernandez & Tapanes on behalf of Miami Off
Center LLP, has applied to the City of Aventura (the "City") for Conditional Use approval
(Application No. CUP2505-0001) related to the development of a mixed use project (the
"Development") located at 2770-2850 NE 187 Street, in the TC1 District, as legally
described in Exhibit "A" (the "Property"); and
WHEREAS, pursuant to City Code Section 31-145(b)(3)q, the applicant has
requested Conditional Use Approval to permit a density of 69 dwelling units per acre for
a project providing HERO Housing, where the City Code permits 25; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to City Code Section 31-145(b)(3)e, the applicant has
requested Conditional Use Approval to permit heights up to 17 stories (174'), where the
City Code permits 4 stories (50'); and
WHEREAS, pursuant to City Code Section 31-145(b)(3)g, the applicant has
requested Conditional Use Approval to allow floor areas of 800 square feet for one
bedroom units, where City Code requires minimum floor areas of 900 square feet; and
City of Aventura Resolution No. 2025-
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, and
it is in the best interest of the City to grant the request for Conditional Use Approval.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA, THAT:
Section 1. The foregoing " WHEREAS" clauses are ratified and confirmed as
being true and correct and are made a specific part of this Resolution.
Section 2. The application for Conditional Use (1) to permit densities of 69 dwelling
units per acre for a project providing HERO Housing, where the City Code permits 25; (2)
to permit heights up to 17 stories (174'), where the City Code permit 4 stories (50'); (3) to
permit floor areas of 800 square feet for one bedroom units, where City Code requires
minimum floor areas of 900 square feet for the property, is hereby granted, subject to the
conditions set out in Section 3 of this Resolution.
Section 3. Approval of the application above is subject to the following conditions-
1 . Building permits must be consistent with drawings as submitted for site plan
approval, dated May 6, 2025, and listed in Exhibit #3, unless otherwise subsequently
amended by an administrative site plan approval. The referenced plans are being
reviewed under Administrative Site Plan Approval regulations, the TC-1 zoning district
regulations, and all other applicable regulations as provided within the City of Aventura
Land Development Regulations.
2. A contribution of $1,000,000 toward the capital costs related to construction
of a new charter school for the City with the following payment schedule:
Page 2 of 4
City of Aventura Resolution No. 2025-
a. $300,000 at permit issuance
b. $700,000 at Certificate of Occupancy issuance
3. Twelve (12) HERO Housing units, physical details of which are to be
finalized prior to site plan approval, and administration of which shall proceed pursuant to
a HERO Housing Agreement that shall be executed prior to first permit issuance. An
administrative fee of $1,000 per HERO Housing Unit proffered with the request for
Conditional Use Approval — in this case $12,000 — shall be paid within 10 days of City
Commission approval of the Resolution granting the request.
4. Prior to receiving permits for any permanent structure, obtain Miami -Dade
County Schools' issuance of a finding that School Concurrency has been met and pay
applicable School Impact Fees.
Section 4. 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 5. Issuance of this development order by the City of Aventura does not
in any way create any right on the part of an applicant to obtain a permit from a state or
federal agency and does not create any liability on the part of the City of Aventura for
issuance of the development order if the applicant fails to obtain requisite approvals or
fulfill the obligations imposed by a state or federal agency or undertakes actions that result
in a violation of state or federal law. All applicable state and federal permits must be
obtained before commencement of the development. This condition is included pursuant
to Section 166.033, Florida Statutes, as amended.
Section 6. This Resolution shall become effective immediately upon its adoption.
Page 3 of 4
City of Aventura Resolution No. 2025-
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 Rachel S. Friedland
Commissioner Paul A. Kruss
Vice Mayor Cindy Orlinsky
Mayor Howard S. Weinberg
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 1st day of July, 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.
Page 4 of 4
EXHIBIT "A"
LEGAL DESCRIPTION
Parcel 1: (Folio Number: 28-2203-033-0010)
Tract A of Gilda Tract, according to the Plat thereof as recorded in Plat Book 117, Page
12, of the Public Records of Miami - Dade County, Florida.
Parcel 2: (Folio Number: 28-2203-043-0010)
Tract B of Gilda Tract First Addition, according to the Plat thereof as recorded in Plat Book
130, Page 49, of the Public Records of Miami - Dade County, Florida.
1�•?Jar-11
17605 SCARSDALE WAY
BOCA RATON, FL 33496
TEL. (954) 540-3165
ASSOCIATES
ARCHITECTS, PA
Lic. No. AA C 000779
BOSS NW 155-STREET
MIAMI-LAKES, FL 33016
P.305.826.3999 F305.826.4I55
Wwv✓.cf—hit-M.—
J�` SWEDROE
ARCHITECTURE
12000 BISCAYNE BLVD, SUITE 200
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33181
TEL(305) 691-2555
LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE:
CIVIL ENGINEERING:
Kiml pA orn
2 AL14AM13RA PLAZA, ST 500
CORAL GABLES, FLORIDA 33134
TEL. (786) 725-5669
Miami Off Center Associates,LLP
ZONING ATTORNEY:
BERCOW
I
J I n LKIN A I FERNANDEZ
LARKIN+
TAPANES
MNlW,—DWEM ExlMNM—
200 S.BISCAYNE BOULEVARD, SUITE 300
MIAMI,FL 33131
TEL.(305) 377-6232 I FAX (305) 377-6222
16690 COLLINS AVE, STE 1004
SUNNY ISLES BEACH, FL 33160
INDEX OF SHEETS
ARCHITECTURE
PRELIMINARY DESIGN FOR:
CASSA RESIDENCES
AVENTURA, FLORIDA
A0.0 COVER SHEET
SP-1 SITE PLAN
SP-2 OPEN SPACE DIAGRAM
A1.0 ZONING DATA
A2.0 1ST LEVEL PLAN
A24 2ND-7TH AND 7TH LEVEL PLAN
A2.2 RTH LEVEL PLAN
A2.3 9TH-17TH LEVEL PLAN
A2A ROOF PLAN
A3.0 ELEVATION
A34 ELEVATION
A3.2 ELEVATION
A3.3 ELEVATION
A4.0 RENDERING
A4A RENDERING
A4.2 RENDERING
LANDSCAPE
L-000 COVER SHEET
L-100 TREE DISPOSITION PLAN OVERALL
L-101 TREE DISPOSITION PLAN
L-102 TREE DISPOSITION PLAN
L-103 TREE LIST AND MITIGATION CALCULATIONS
L-150 TREE DISPOSITION NOTES AND DETAILS
L-300 GROUND LEVEL LANDSCAPE PLAN OVERALL
L-301 GROUND LEVEL LANDSCAPE PLAN
L-302 GROUND LEVEL LANDSCAPE PLAN
L-303 GROUND LEVEL LANDSCAPE SCHEDULE
L-310 AMENITY LEVEL LANDSCAPE PLAN
L-311 AMENITY LEVEL LANDSCAPE SCHEDULE
L-350 LANDSCAPE NOTES AND DETAILS
L-351 LANDSCAPE NOTES AND DETAILS
EXHIBIT "Y
CIVIL
C-001 COVER SHEET
C-002 GENERAL NOTES
C-100 DEMOLITION AND EROSION CONTROL PLAN
C-101 EROSION CONTROL DETAILS
C-200 HORIZONTAL CONTROL, SIGNAGE AND MARKING
C-201 HORIZONTAL CONTROL DETAILS
C-300 PAVING, GRADING AND DRAINAGE PLAN
C-301 PAVING, GRADING AND DRAINAGE DETAILS
C-400 WATER AND SEWER PLAN
CITY OF AVENTURA
OFFICE OF THE CITY MANAGER
MEMORANDUM
TO: City Commission
FROM: Bryan Pegues, City Manager
BY: Lechyana Knight, Charter Schools USA State Financial Director
Ayanna Jeffrey, Charter Schools USA Senior Financial Analyst
DATE: June 27, 2025
SUBJECT: Ordinance Amending the 2024/2025 Budget
Aventura City of Excellence School ("ACES")
July 1, 2025 City Commission Meeting Agenda (First Reading)
September 2, 2025 City Commission Meeting Agenda (Second Reading)
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Commission approve the attached Ordinance amending
the 2024/2025 Charter School Fund Budget. The total amount of the amendment is
$338,030.
BACKGROUND
These amendments were developed collaboratively by CSUSA, including the Sr.
Accounting Analyst and staff from several different divisions to project the final year-end
revenues and expenditures. The goal was to ensure that any revenue overages or
expenditure overruns are properly identified and adjusted, as necessary.
The proposed amendments have been reviewed by both the City Manager and the
Finance Director of the City of Aventura and represent a standard part of year-end fiscal
operations.
All revenues and expenditures were thoroughly reviewed, analyzed, and adjusted as
deemed necessary. The explanations provided in this memorandum are not designed to
be exhaustive but are intended to highlight the most material and impactful adjustments.
Attached is the proposed amendment to the 2024/2025 Aventura City of Excellence
School Budget. While the total amount of the amendments does not result in any change
to the originally budgeted Change in Fund Balance, the notable adjustments to individual
revenue and expenditure lines are detailed in this memorandum.
Outlined below is a summary of the ACES 2024/25 budget amendments, including brief
explanations supporting each recommendation. A detailed supporting schedule is also
attached as Exhibit A.
REVENUE: Net increase of $338,030.
Florida Education Finance Program — a budget decrease of ($37,565) is required primarily
due to a lower than budgeted per student rate paid by the Miami -Dade school district.
Capital Outlay — a budget increase of $185,515 is required. This is due to the Capital
Outlay rate per student paid by the FDOE being higher than originally budgeted.
Additionally, the Local Capital Improvement Revenue received was also greater than the
original budget.
Miscellaneous Revenues — a budget increase of $60,340 is required to account for the
City's estimated FY25 allocation of Pooled Equity Interest. This revenue was not included
in the original budget.
Other Program Revenues- A+ Revenues —a budget decrease of ($37,594) is required, as
the amount received from the District for A+ bonuses was lower than originally budgeted.
Referendum Funds — a budget increase of $160,728 is required as the District paid at a
rate higher than originally budgeted. This amendment will increase the Stipends
expenditure line item under the referendum.
EXPENDITURES: Net increase of $338,030.
Total Compensation: requires a budget decrease of ($222,381)
Administrative staff — ($15,862)
Instructional staff — ($68,947)
Tutoring — $87,999
Bonuses — ($2,459)
Stipends — $294,439
Taxes & Benefits — ($517,551)
Administrative staff salaries— a budget decrease of ($15,862) is required primarily due to
instances where base compensation rates were lower than originally budgeted.
Instructional Staff salaries— a budget decrease of ($68,947) is needed, reflecting a lower
actual headcount of two (2) fewer positions than originally budgeted.
Tutoring— a budget increase of $87,999 is required as the actual tutoring hours have
exceeded the original budget estimates.
Bonuses— a ($2,459) budget decrease is needed. While the A+ Revenues received and
distributed by the City were $37K lower than budgeted, the impact was largely offset by
unbudgeted bonus expenses.
Stipends— a budget increase of $294,439 is needed, primarily due to the Miami -Dade
Referendum and additional stipends that exceeded the originally adopted budget.
Taxes & Benefits— a budget decrease of ($517,551) is required as the actual percentage
rates are lower than the rates used in the original budget
Vendor Services: a budget increase of $206,724 is required. The primary driver of this
increase is Pupil Transportation of $162,170, where the addition of a bus and the need
for double runs were not accounted for in the original budget. Additionally, Custodial
Service expenses have exceeded the original budget by $55,566.
Instructional Expenses: a budget decrease of ($37,503) is needed and is primarily due to
Textbooks & Reference Books expenses that did not materialize during the year.
Other Operatinq Expenditures: a budget increase of $684,663 is needed. The most
significant factor is Building Repairs & Maintenance expense, which has exceeded the
original budget due to several unplanned expenses, including HVAC maintenance of
$378,034 and portable AC rentals of $95,643, elevator repairs of $19,174 and plumbing
expenses of $20,018. Also contributing to the increase are higher than budgeted Temp
Agency fees of $135,000 recorded under Miscellaneous expenses, driven by increased
use of daily substitute teachers.
Capital expenditures: a budget decrease of ($281,153) is needed, as the planned
Computer Hardware purchases for equipment refresh did not occur. This decision was
based on the assessed need for replacements during the school year, which was lower
than anticipated.
If you should have any questions related to the above proposed amendments, please feel
free to contact the City Manager.
K
CITY OF AVENTURA ORDINANCE NO. 2025-
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
AVENTURA, FLORIDA, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 2024-09, WHICH
ORDINANCE ADOPTED THE AVENTURA CITY OF EXCELLENCE
SCHOOL BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2024/2025 (JULY 1 — JUNE 30)
BY REVISING THE 2024/2025 FISCAL YEAR BUDGET DOCUMENT AS
OUTLINED IN EXHIBIT "A" ATTACHED HERETO; AUTHORIZING THE
CITY MANAGER TO DO ALL THINGS NECESSARY TO CARRY OUT
THE AIMS OF THIS ORDINANCE; AND PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, upon the periodic review and analysis of current budgetary
commitments and obligations, and based upon the projected needs and requirements of
the Aventura City of Excellence School and upon the recommendations of the Principal
of the Aventura City of Excellence School, the City Manager (and the concurrence of the
Finance Director as to Accounting Principles), it is deemed necessary to adjust, amend
and implement the 2024/2025 Operating and Capital Budget of the Aventura City of
Excellence School as set forth in Exhibit "A" attached hereto and made a part hereof.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA, AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. The recitals contained in the preamble to this Ordinance are
incorporated by reference herein.
Section 2. The City Commission hereby authorizes the amendment of
Ordinance No. 2024-09, which Ordinance adopted a budget for the 2024/2025 fiscal year
for the Aventura City of Excellence School by revising the 2024/2025 budget as set forth
on the attached Exhibit "A", which exhibit is deemed incorporated by reference as though
set forth in full herein.
Section 3. The City Manager is hereby authorized to do all things necessary to
carry out the aims of this Ordinance.
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. This motion was seconded by Commissioner and
upon being put to a vote, the vote was as follows:
City of Aventura Ordinance No. 2025-
Commissioner Clifford B. Ain
Commissioner Gustavo Blachman
Commissioner Amit Bloom
Commissioner Rachel S. Friedland
Commissioner Paul A. Kruss
Vice Mayor Cindy Orlinsky
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 Rachel S. Friedland
Commissioner Paul A. Kruss
Vice Mayor Cindy Orlinsky
Mayor Howard S. Weinberg
PASSED on first reading this 1st day of July, 2025.
PASSED AND ADOPTED on second reading this 2nd day of September, 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.
Page 2 of 2
EXHIBIT A
Consolidated Financial Report
Enrollment
FEFP rate per Student
REVENUE:
FTE
Capital Outlay
NSLP Revenue (National School Lunch Program)
Food Service Revenue
Grants - Federal/State/Local
Before and Aftercare Revenue
Miscellaneous Revenues (includes E-Rate Program)
Other Program Revenue
AP/AI C E
Referendum Revenue
Subtotal Operating Revenue
Other Non -Revenue
City Subsidy "
TOTAL REVENUE
EXPENDITURES
Administrative Staff
Principal
Assistant Principal
School Operations Administrator
Administrative Assistant
Receptionist
Enrollment Management
Guidance Counselor
Dean of Curriculum/ Dean of Students
IT Support
Aftercare
Hall Monitor
btotal Administrative Staff
Instruction Staff
Teachers
ESE/Special Education Teachers
Curriculum Resource Teacher
Aides
Subs
Subtotal Instructional Staff
1,032
1,033
1
0%
$
8,750
$
8,709
$
(41)
0%
$
9,030,082
$
8,992,518
$
(37, 564)
0%
963,888
1,149,403
185,515
19%
90,000
88,733
(1,267)
-1%
140,000
58,872
(81,129)
-58%
-
2,999
2,999
0%
145,000
231,004
86,004
59%
561,500
621,840
60,340
11%
180,500
142,906
(37, 594)
-21 %
-
-
-
0%
1,495,740
1,656,468
160,728
11 %
$
12,606,710
$
12,944,741
$
338,031
3%
1,108,552
1,108,552
-
0%
$
13,715,262
$
14,053,293
$
338,031
2%
1.0
1.0
2.0
2.0
1.0
1.0
2.0
3.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
2.0
3.0
2.0
1.0
2.0
1.0
4.0
4.0
18.0
$
998,266
18.0
$
982,404
$
(15,862)
-2%
70.0
59.0
4.0
5.0
2.0
4.0
6.0
7.0
2.0
7.0
84.0
$
4,938,380
82.0
$
4,869,433
$
(68,947)
-1%
Tutoring
$ -
$ 87,999
$ 87,999
0%
Bonuses
150,906
148,447
(2,459)
-2%
Stipends
1,168,195
1,462,634
294,439
25%
Benefits
1,024,431
885,314
(139,118)
-14%
Payroll Taxes
1,040,525
662,092
(378,433)
-36%
Subtotal Other Compensation -
Group Insurance, Benefits, and Payroll Taxes
$ 3,384,057
$ 3,246,485
$ (137,572)
4%
EXHIBIT A
Consolidated Financial Report
Total Compensation
102.0 $ 9,320,703 100.0 $ 9,098,322 $ (222,381) -2%
Professional Services
Management Fee
$
749,203
$
749,203
$
0
0%
Legal Fees
-
6,167
6,167
0%
Fee to County Board
41,824
41,935
111
0%
Outside Staff Development
44,750
17,785
(26,965)
-60%
Accounting Services -Audit
11,000
11,000
-
0%
Professional Fees - Other
8,650
5,008
(3,642)
-42%
Computer Services Fees
158,082
158,082
-
0%
Advertising/Marketing Expenditure
-
6,500
6,500
0%
Subtotal Professional Services
$
1,013,508
$
995,679
$
(17,829)
-2%
Vendor Services
Contracted Pupil Transportation
$
296,000
$
458,170
$
162,170
55%
Contracted Mental Health Services
75,000
93,308
18,308
24%
Extra -Curricular Activity Events & Transportation
480,000
461,680
(18,320)
4%
Contracted Food Services
230,000
217,089
(12,911)
-6%
Drug Testing Fees
-
1,926
1,926
0%
Licenses & Permits
-
2,364
2,364
0%
Contacted Custodial Services
349,359
404,925
55,566
16%
Contracted Security
134,902
132,523
(2,379)
-2%
Subtotal Vendor Services
$
1,565,261
$
1,771,985
$
206,724
13%
Administration Expenditures
Travel
$
10,400
$
7,384
$
(3,016)
-29%
Meals
250
463
213
85%
Lodging
5,000
5,520
520
10%
Business Expenditures - Other
-
10,136
10,136
0%
Dues & Subscriptions
16,500
9,999
(6,501)
-39%
Printing
50,000
48,366
(1,634)
-3%
Office Supplies
15,000
12,881
(2,119)
-14%
Medical Supplies
-
399
399
0%
Subtotal Administration Expenditures
$
97,150
$
95,146
$
(2,004)
-2%
Instructional Expenditures
Textbooks & Reference Books
$
113,000
$
23,645
$
(89,355)
-79%
Consumable Instructional (Student)
-
6,094
6,094
0%
Instructional Licenses
60,000
120,387
60,387
101%
Testing Materials
29,972
752
(29,220)
-97%
Florida Teacher Lead Program
-
22,200
22,200
0%
Contracted SPED Instruction
75,000
67,390
(7,610)
-10%
Subtotal Instructional Expenditures
$
277,972
$
240,469
$
(37,503)
-13%
Other Operating Expenditures
Telephone & Internet
$
75,840
$
58,421
$
(17,419)
-23%
Postage
-
3,236
3,236
0%
Electricity
175,000
167,131
(7,869)
4%
Water & Sewer
84,286
52,794
(31,492)
-37%
Waste Disposal
-
16,317
16,317
0%
Pest Control
9,600
6,676
(2,924)
-30%
Cleaning Services
-
89,330
89,330
0%
Building Repairs & Maintenance
176,393
664,308
487,915
277%
Equipment Repairs & Maintenance
-
2,748
2,748
0%
Miscellaneous Expenditures
5,500
150,321
144,821
2633%
Subtotal Other Operating Expenditures
$
526,619
$
1,211,282
$
684,663
130%
EXHIBIT A
Consolidated Financial Report
Fixed Expenditures
Office Equipment - Leasing Expenditures
Professional Liability & Other Insurance
Subtotal Fixed Expenditures
Rent Expense
TOTAL OPERATING EXPENDITURES
Capital Expenditures
Computers - Hardware
Computers - Software
Audio Visual Equipment
FF&E
Improvements Other than Buildin
Total Capital Expenditures
Total Operating and Capital Expenditures
Total Operating and Capital Expenditures and Debt
Change in Fund Balance
Repayment of City Subsidy
Net Change in Fund Balance, less repayment of
City Subsidy
$
31,000
$
20,624
$
(10,376)
-33%
$
117,300
$
135,189
$
17,889
15%
$
148,300
$
155,813
$
7,513
5%
$
444,000
$
444,000
$
-
0%
$
13,393,513
$
14,012,696
$
619,183
5%
277,750
$
$
1,921
$
(275, 829)
-99%
-
12,474
12,474
0%
44,000
2,940
(41, 060)
-93%
-
4,381
4,381
0%
-
18,881
18,881
0%
$
321,750
$
40,597
$
(281,153)
-87%
$
13,715,262
$
14,053,293
$
338,031
2%
$
13,715,262
$
14,053,293
$
338,031
2%
$
-
$
-
$
-
0%
CITY OF AVENTURA
OFFICE OF THE CITY MANAGER
MEMORANDUM
TO: City Commission
FROM: Bryan Pegues, City Manager
BY: Lechyana Knight, Charter Schools USA State Financial Director
Ayanna Jeffrey, Charter Schools USA Senior Financial Analyst
DATE: June 27, 2025
SUBJECT: Ordinance Amending the 2024/2025 Budget
Don Soffer Aventura High School ("DSAHS")
July 1, 2025 City Commission Meeting Agenda (First Reading)
September 2, 2025 City Commission Meeting Agenda (Second Reading)
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Commission approve the attached Ordinance amending
the 2024/2025 Charter School Fund Budget. The total amount of the amendment is
$1,589,765.
BACKGROUND
These amendments were developed collaboratively by CSUSA, including the Sr.
Accounting Analyst and staff from several different divisions to project the final year-end
revenues and expenditures. The goal was to ensure that any revenue overages or
expenditure overruns are properly identified and adjusted, as necessary.
The proposed amendments have been reviewed by both the City Manager and the
Finance Director of the City of Aventura and represent a standard part of year-end fiscal
operations.
All revenues and expenditures were thoroughly reviewed, analyzed, and adjusted as
deemed necessary. The explanations provided in this memorandum are not designed to
be exhaustive but are intended to highlight the most material and impactful adjustments.
Outlined below is a summary of the DSAHS 2024/25 budget, including brief explanations
supporting each recommendation. A detailed supporting schedule is also attached as
Exhibit A.
REVENUE: Net increase of $1,589,765.
Florida Education Finance Program — a budget increase of $40,577 is required largely
due to higher than budgeted student enrollment (19 students) which resulted in greater
revenue than originally budgeted being allocated by the Miami -Dade school district.
Capital Outlay — a budget increase of $148,411 is required. This is due to the Capital
Outlay rate per student paid by the FDOE being higher than originally budgeted.
Additionally, the Local Capital Improvement Revenue received was also greater than the
original budget.
Grant Revenue — a budget increase of $71,521 is required to account for unbudgeted
ESSER reimbursement revenues received during the school year.
Under the CARES Act, Federal Funds were provided by the Elementary and Secondary
School Emergency Relief ("ESSER") Grant. The grant expired at the end of the FY23/24
school year, and therefore was not included in the original budget for FY 2024/2025.
Reimbursements were paid out by the district during this school year, however.
Miscellaneous Revenues — a budget increase of $54,947 is required to account for the
City's estimated FY25 allocation of Pooled Equity Interest. This revenue was not included
in the original budget.
Other Program Revenues- A+ Revenues — a budget increase of $113,250 is required as
this revenue item was not included in the original budget. This amendment will increase
the Bonuses expenditure line item.
Other Program Revenues- AP/A/C Revenues — a budget increase of $1,004,938 is
required as the actual funds allocated by the Miami -Dade school district for FY2024/2025
was higher than the original budget.
Referendum Funds — a budget increase of $158,316 is required as the District paid at a
rate higher than originally budgeted. This amendment will increase the Stipends
expenditure line item under the referendum.
EXPENDITURES: Net increase of $705,882.
Total Compensation: requires a budget increase of $472,522
Administrative staff — ($77,847)
Instructional staff — $135,674
Tutoring — ($55,196)
Bonuses — $98,034
Stipends — $320,200
Taxes & Benefits — ($51,659)
Administrative staff salaries— a budget decrease of $77,847 is required mainly due to one
(1) less Guidance position than was originally budgeted.
Instructional Staff salaries— a budget increase of $135,674 is required as there is one (1)
more Permanent Substitute position in the headcount than originally budgeted.
Additionally, Extended Class Hours used to facilitate some AP classes which was not
originally budgeted were paid as part of base salaries.
Tutoring— a budget decrease of $55,196 is needed as the anticipated hours originally
budgeted did not materialize.
Bonuses— a $98,034 budget increase is required due primarily to the A+ Revenues the
City received and distributed that were not in the originally adopted budget.
Stipends— a $320,200 budget increase is required primarily due to the Miami -Dade
Referendum and additional stipends that exceeded the originally adopted budget.
Taxes & Benefits— a budget increase of $51,659 is needed due to the increased elements
of compensation cost detailed above.
Professional Services: a budget increase of $104,167 is required primarily due to
increased Management Fees expense to align with the contractual fee expense rate of
6% of Operating Revenues.
Administrative Expenditures: a budget decrease of $16,791 is required. Office Supplies,
Medical Supplies, Printing & Lodging expenses for the year have been lower than
originally budgeted.
Instruction Expenses: a budget increase of $28,298 is needed primarily due to Testing
Materials expense. Advance Placement and AIC exam entrance fees increased over the
prior year which was not included in the budget.
Other Operatinq Expenditures: a budget increase of $175,162 is needed.
The most significant factor is Building Repairs & Maintenance expense, which has
exceeded the original budget primarily due to several unplanned expenses, including
HVAC maintenance of $95,855 and portable AC rentals of $39,525, electrical repairs and
maintenance of $22,334 as well as door hardware and key expenses of $16,490. Also
contributing to the increase are higher than budgeted Temp Agency fees of $42,590
recorded under Miscellaneous expenses, driven by increased use of daily substitute
teachers.
Fixed Expenditures: a budget decrease of $98,390 is required primarily due to Office
Equipment leasing being lower than budget by $60,000 because leasing of mobile office
space never materialized. Insurances expenses are also lower than originally budgeted
by $38,390.
K
Capital expenditures: a budget increase of $51,598 is required.
FortiGate firewall with accessories, classified under Computer Software expenses, and
HALO equipment, under Improvements Other than Building, not included in the original
budget were purchased.
If you should have any questions related to the above proposed amendments, please feel
free to contact the City Manager.
M
CITY OF AVENTURA ORDINANCE NO. 2025-
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
AVENTURA, FLORIDA, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 2024-10, WHICH
ORDINANCE ADOPTED THE DON SOFFER AVENTURA HIGH
SCHOOL BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2024/2025 (JULY 1 — JUNE 30)
BY REVISING THE 2024/2025 FISCAL YEAR BUDGET DOCUMENT AS
OUTLINED IN EXHIBIT "A" ATTACHED HERETO; AUTHORIZING THE
CITY MANAGER TO DO ALL THINGS NECESSARY TO CARRY OUT
THE AIMS OF THIS ORDINANCE; AND PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, upon the periodic review and analysis of current budgetary
commitments and obligations, and based upon the projected needs and requirements of
Don Soffer Aventura High School and upon the recommendations of the Principal of the
Don Soffer Aventura High School, the City Manager (and the concurrence of the Finance
Director as to Accounting Principles), it is deemed necessary to adjust, amend and
implement the 2024/2025 Operating and Capital Budget of the Don Soffer Aventura High
School as set forth in Exhibit "A" attached hereto and made a part hereof.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF AVENTURA, FLORIDA, AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. The recitals contained in the preamble to this Ordinance are
incorporated by reference herein.
Section 2. The City Commission hereby authorizes the amendment of
Ordinance No. 2024-10, which Ordinance adopted a budget for the 2024/2025 fiscal year
for Don Soffer Aventura High School by revising the 2024/2025 budget as set forth on the
attached Exhibit "A", which exhibit is deemed incorporated by reference as though set
forth in full herein.
Section 3. The City Manager is hereby authorized to do all things necessary to
carry out the aims of this Ordinance.
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. This motion was seconded by Commissioner , and
upon being put to a vote, the vote was as follows:
City of Aventura Ordinance No. 2025-
Commissioner Clifford B. Ain
Commissioner Gustavo Blachman
Commissioner Amit Bloom
Commissioner Rachel S. Friedland
Commissioner Paul A. Kruss
Vice Mayor Cindy Orlinsky
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 Rachel S. Friedland
Commissioner Paul A. Kruss
Vice Mayor Cindy Orlinsky
Mayor Howard S. Weinberg
PASSED on first reading this 1st day of July, 2025.
PASSED AND ADOPTED on second reading this 2nd day of September, 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.
Page 2 of 2
EXHIBIT A
DON soFFEa
-CHIGH SCHOOL
AVENTURA
Consolidated Financial Report
Enrollment
FEFP rate per Student
REVENUE:
FTE
Capital Outlay
NSLP Revenue (National School Lunch Program)
Food Service Revenue
Grants - Federal/State/Local
Miscellaneous Revenues (includes E-Rate Program)
Other Program Revenue
AP/AICE
Referendum Stipends
Subtotal Operating Revenue
TOTAL REVENUE
800
819
19
2%
$
7,949
$
7,819
$
(130)
-2%
$
6,359,258
I $
6,399,835
$
40,577
1 %
747,200
895,611
148,411
20%
87,946
88,978
1,032
1%
100,000
96,773
(3,227)
-3%
-
71,521
71,521
0%
14,800
69,747
54,947
371 %
-
113,250
113,250
0%
1,600,000
2,604,938
1,004,938
0%
1,159,488
1,317,804
158,316
14%
$
10,068,692
$
11,668,467
$
1,689,766
16%
$
10,068,692
$
11,668,467
$
1,689,766
16%
EXPENDITURES
Administrative Staff
Principal
1.0
1.0
Assistant Principal
2.0
3.0
School Operations Administrator
1.0
1.0
Administrative Assistant
2.5
2.5
Receptionist
-
-
Enrollment Management
1.0
1.0
Guidance Counselor
3.0
2.0
IT Support
1.0
1.0
Nurse
1.0
1.0
Subtotal Administrative Staff
13.6
$
990,618
12.6
$
912,671
$
(77,847)
-8%
Instruction Staff
Teachers (9-12)
41.0
41.0
ESE/Special Education Teachers
3.0
3.0
Curriculum Resource Teacher
1.0
1.0
Athletic Director
1.0
1.0
Subs
3.0
4.0
Subtotal Instructional Staff
49.0
$
3,146,447
60.
$
3,282,121
$
136,674
4%
Tutoring
$
76,862
21,666
$
(55,196)
-72%
Bonuses
127,870
225,904
98,034
77%
Stipends
1,101,171
1,421,371
320,200
29%
Benefits
398,065
382,247
(15,818)
-4%
Workers' Compensation
16,522
37,038
20,516
124%
Payroll Taxes
404,541
451,501
46,961
12%
Subtotal Other Compensation -
Group Insurance, Benefits, and Payroll Taxes
$
2,126,031
$
2,639,726
$
414,696
20%
Total Compensation 62.6 $ 6,261,996 62.6 $ 6,734,618 $ 472,622 8%
EXHIBIT A
Consolidated Financial Report
2024-2025
2024-2025
Change
Change
Professional Services
Management Fee
$
604,122
699,507
$
95,386
16%
Legal Fees
11,529
5,527
(6,002)
-52%
Fee to County Board
99,363
132,826
33,462
34%
Outside Staff Development
53,160
35,832
(17,328)
-33%
Accounting Services -Audit
11,900
11,900
0%
Professional Fees - Other
7,311
3,222
(4,089)
-56%
Computer Services Fees
118,400
121,138
2,738
2%
Advertising/Marketing Expenditure
19,007
19,007
-
0%
Subtotal Professional Services
$
924,792
$
1,028,969
$
104,167
11%
Vendor Services
Contracted Pupil Transportation
$
187,063
$
187,063
$
(0)
0%
Contracted Mental Health Services
80,158
54,996
(25,162)
-31 %
Extra -Curricular Activity Events & Transportation
166,234
166,234
0
0%
Contracted Food Services
163,809
172,775
8,967
5%
Drug Testing Fees
245
1,005
760
310%
Licenses & Permits
2,012
3,932
1,920
95%
Contacted Custodial Services
256,701
259,532
2,831
1 %
Contracted Securitv
199,398
199,398
0
0%
Subtotal Vendor Service
$
1,066,620
$
1,044,936
$
(10,684)
-1%
Administration Expenditures
Travel
$
10,083
$
9,249
$
(834)
-8%
Meals
1,034
1,305
271
26%
Lodging
8,486
6,782
(1,704)
-20%
Business Expenditures - Other
1,287
302
(984)
-76%
Dues & Subscriptions
4,379
5,842
1,463
33%
Printing
9,463
9,037
(426)
-4%
Office Supplies
20,267
6,909
(13,358)
-66%
Medical Supplies
2,610
1,392
(1,218)
-47%
Subtotal Administration Expenditures
$
67,608
$
40,817
$
(16,791)
-29%
Instructional Expenditures
Textbooks & Reference Books
$
117,411
$
126,630
$
9,219
8%
Consumable Instructional (Student)
127,056
87,065
(39,991)
-31 %
Consumable Instructional (Teacher)
914
1,842
928
102%
Instructional Licenses
8,400
33,684
25,284
301 %
Testing Materials
501,959
546,207
44,249
9%
Florida Teacher Lead Program
-
13,200
13,200
0%
Contracted SPED Instruction
27,462
2,870
(24,592)
-90%
Subtotal Instructional Expenditures
$
783,202
$
811,600
$
28,298
4%
Other Operating Expenditures
Telephone & Internet
$
32,943
$
32,378
$
(565)
-2%
Postage
2,402
4,750
2,348
98%
Electricity
128,947
106,514
(22,433)
-17%
Water & Sewer
13,056
13,056
0
0%
Waste Disposal
44,685
44,685
0%
Pest Control
3,747
3,747
(0)
0%
Cleaning Services
25,503
21,245
(4,258)
-17%
Building Repairs & Maintenance
193,388
357,674
164,286
85%
Miscellaneous Expenditures
7,703
43,487
35,784
465%
Subtotal Other Operating Expenditures
$
462,373
$
627,636
$
176,162
39%
EXHIBIT A
Consolidated Financial Report
2024-2025
2024-2025
Change
Change
Fixed Expenditures
Office Equipment - Leasing Expenditures
$
73,560
$
13,560
$
(60,000)
-82%
Professional Liability & Other Insurance
$
302,888
$
264,498
$
(38,390)
-13%
Subtotal Fixed Expenditures
$
376,448
$
278,068
$
(98,390)
-26%
9,912,039
$
TOTAL OPERATING EXPENDITURES
$
10,666,323
$
664,284
7%
Capital Expenditures
Computers - Hardware
$
61,050
$
66,554
$
5,504
9%
Computers - Software
915
32,118
31,203
3410%
Audio Visual Equipment
25,000
25,000
0
0%
FF&E
12,500
18,100
5,600
45%
Improvements Other than Building
18,441
27,730
9,289
50%
Total Capital Expenditures
$
117,906
$
169,604
$
61,698
44%
Total Unadjusted Operating and Capital Expenditures
$
10,029,945
$
10,735,827
$
705,882
7%
Revenues less Total Operating and Capital Expenditures
$
38,747
$
922,630
$
883,883
2281%
Other Income / Expenses
$
-
$
-
$
-
0%
Total Operating and Capital Expenditures
$
10,029,945
$
10,735,827
$
705,882
7%
Change in Fund Balance
$
38,747
$
922,630
$
883,883
2281%
Net Change in Fund Balance, less repayment of City Subsidy
$
389747
$
9229630
$
8839883
2281%