City Commission

City of Coral Gables 405 Biltmore Way Coral Gables, FL 33134 www.coralgables.com Meeting Minutes Wednesday, November 9, 2022 9:00 AM City Hall, Commission Chambers City Commission Mayor Vince Lago Vice Mayor Michael Mena Commissioner Rhonda Anderson Commissioner Jorge L. Fors, Jr. Commissioner Kirk R. Menendez Peter J. Iglesias, P.E., City Manager Miriam Soler Ramos, City Attorney Billy Y. Urquia, City Clerk City Commission Meeting Minutes November 9, 2022 CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 9:02 a.m. ROLL CALL Present: 5 - Commissioner Anderson, Commissioner Fors Jr., Vice Mayor Mena, Commissioner Menendez and Mayor Lago LEGISLATIVE SUMMARY The following minutes summary includes all presentations made, and actions taken which is supplemented by the following exhibits on file in the Office of the City Clerk, and which are hereby made a part of the record herein: (a) Ordinance(s) adopted (Ordinance No. 2022-66 and Ordinance No. 2022-68) (b) Resolution(s) adopted (Resolution No. 2022-275 through Resolution No. 2022-291); (c) Video; (d) Audio Recording; (e) Minutes Folder with Agenda and background information, including items which were submitted at the meeting. INVOCATION Father Paul Solverg from St. George Antiochian Orthodox Cathedral gave the Invocation. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Commissioner Fors led the Pledge of Allegiance. A. PRESENTATIONS AND PROTOCOL DOCUMENTS Non 22-5022 Presentation of a Resolution of Condolence to the family of Leona Cooper. Agenda Item Mayor Lago began the presentations and protocol documents section of the City Commission meeting with a fitting tribute to Leona Cooper, a long-time Coral Gables resident, community activist and friend in celebration of her life and legacy. Leona’s character embodied the personification of pride, courage, strength and having equal power to that of a lion and she was a lioness. Ms. Cooper’s untimely death was on November 4, 2022 and was preceded in death by her husband William of 58 years, their children, grand-children and a host of relatives. Leona’s life was one of selfless service to her community and others. Her numerous accomplishments included being a microbiologist, serving on several city boards and she and her late husband, William Cooper were active in the Lola B. Walker Homeowners Association. In 1986 she founded St. Martin de Porres Association improving the status of Black Lay Catholics in the Archdiocese of Miami; in 1992 she received from John Paul II the Pro Ecclesia et Pontifice Award; and in 2007 Miami-Dade County named a park after her known as “Leona Ferguson Cooper City of Coral Gables Page 1 City Commission Meeting Minutes November 9, 2022 Playground for Children”. The mayor then reflected on the many times he met with Leona, a soft-spoken woman, but outspoken in her beliefs who led with compassion and dignity. He then invited Leona’s granddaughter, Lee Cooper to say a few words regarding her grandmother. Ms. Cooper stated that she, like her grandmother, are proud residents of the city, and her grandmother was a leader in many organizations, someone who accomplished much, and she strives to become half the woman her grandmother was and will have big shoes to fill. She reflected on the times she attended city meetings with her grandparents and thanked the city for all they have done for her family and community and remembered when the Mayor and Commissioner Fors, Jr. visited them during the hurricane bringing ice and how positively it impacted her grandmother. Vice Mayor Mena also reflected on his visits with the mayor to Ms. Leona Cooper’s home in which she spoke about the issues impacting her community, and her having a powerful voice. He respected, admired, and vehemently agrees with the mayor’s proposal of a park being named after her. Commissioner Anderson concurred with a park naming in honor of Leona, remembers her as being vocal and admired her involvement in effecting change in her neighborhood. In closing the City Commission instructed staff to formalize a resolution regarding naming a city park in honor of Ms. Cooper. This Presentation/Protocol Document was Presented and Filed City Clerk Item No. 2 RESOLUTION NO. 2022-275 Non 22-5024 A Resolution of the City Commission instructing the City Manager to look for a City Park, Agenda Facility, or other space to dedicate in honor of Leona Cooper. Item Attachments: R-2022-275 - Signed A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION INSTRUCTING THE CITY MANAGER TO LOOK FOR A CITY PARK, FACILITY, OR OTHER SPACE TO DEDICATE IN HONOR OF LEONA COOPER. A motion was made by Vice Mayor Mena, seconded by Commissioner Anderson, that this motion be adopted by Resolution Number 2022-275 . The motion passed by unanimous vote. Yeas : 5 - Commissioner Anderson, Commissioner Fors, Jr., Vice Mayor Mena, Commissioner Menendez and Mayor Lago City Clerk Item No. 3 City of Coral Gables Page 2 City Commission Meeting Minutes November 9, 2022 A.-1. 22-4916 Presentation of a proclamation declaring November 15, 2022 as America Recycles Day in the City of Coral Gables. Attachments: ARD 2022 Proclamation Mayor Lago introduced Agenda Item A-1 - Presentation of a Proclamation declaring November 15, 2022 as America Recycles Day in the City of Coral Gables. Matt Anderson, Manager-Sustainability and Resiliency/Public Works Department and Solanch Lopez, Assistant to the City Manager made the presentation. Mr. Anderson spoke at length of the numerous achievements and programs since the inception of the program two years ago in the city, which to date is 57 events, 12,000 participants and collecting 247,000 pounds of debris. Ms. Lopez spoke of its importance and gave a background of the program which focusses on the awareness of recycling, conservation of our natural resources and feel that the city has accomplished much in this effort. She also highlighted the recycling program in City Hall which has recycled 1,039 pounds of batteries. Additionally, in the upcoming week through a grant program they will be launching their reverse vending machine rewards incentive pilot program at the War Memorial Youth Center which is an opportunity for residents and visitors to recycle their aluminum and plastic containers and receive different discounts and rewards at local businesses in Coral Gables with a different contest each month. Mr. Anderson also acknowledged Paula Rodriguez, Assistant Director/Public Works Department collaborative efforts in maintaining a below ten percent contamination in recycling for single family residential which is an amazing feat due to education and residents’ involvement in the program. He then listed all the upcoming programs throughout the end of the year. Ms. Belkys Perez, Assistant Director - Economic Development stated that on December 3, 2022 for the first time they will be doing a business recycling program and encouraged businesses to participate and this is in addition to the already existing recycling for residents. Mayor Lago thanked staff and Mark Trowbridge, CEO and President of the Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce for his support and partnership in recycling and keeping Coral Gables clean initiatives. Commissioner Anderson stated that she has gotten feedback that the city is looking much cleaner, and they still need to step-up more by concentrating on code enforcement behind business alleys and wanted to know the procedure for businesses to participate in the recycling program. Ms. Perez explained that because of the great relationship they enjoy with the businesses, there is no need for them to register. In closing the Mayor thanked everyone for their efforts. This Presentation/Protocol Document was Presented and Filed City Clerk Item No. 4 City of Coral Gables Page 3 City Commission Meeting Minutes November 9, 2022 A.-2. 22-4860 Presentation of a Proclamation declaring November 26, 2022 as "Small Business Saturday" in Coral Gables. Attachments: Proclamation Mayor Lago introduced Agenda Item A-2 - Presentation of a Proclamation declaring November 26, 2022 as "Small Business Saturday" in Coral Gables. Mark Trowbridge, CEO and President of Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce and Belkys Perez, Assistant Director-Economic Development spoke regarding the upcoming “Small Business Saturday” event which is a yearly event every Saturday after Thanksgiving. He thanked the city for their partnership in the way that the City Commission assist, protect and celebrate the businesses and urged everyone to come out with their family and support the businesses in their community. Mayor Lago thanked Mr. Trowbridge and staff for all they do in promoting Coral Gables businesses. This Presentation/Protocol Document was Presented and Filed City Clerk Item No. 5 A.-3. 22-4686 Congratulations to The Globe on receiving the Keep Coral Gables Beautiful 2022 Commercial Beautification Award. This Presentation/Protocol Document was Deferred City Clerk Item No. 1 A.-4. 22-4908 Congratulations to Keep Coral Gables Beautiful for receiving the Keep Florida Beautiful 2022 Outstanding Project Award. Mayor Lago introduced Agenda Item A-4 - Congratulations to Keep Coral Gables Beautiful program for receiving the Keep Florida Beautiful 2022 Outstanding Project Award, Matt Anderson, Manager-Sustainability and Resiliency and Co-Executive Director of Keep Coral Gables Beautiful Program/Public Works Department and Solanch Lopez, Assistant to the City Manager made the presentation. This program with the leadership of Commissioner Anderson is in partnership with the Coral Gables Garden Club which involved doing a mangrove cultivation project near the Country Club and Golf Course. A video was shown of the participants planting the mangrove seeds in pots which upon maturity, were donated to (MANG) an organization preserving and protecting coastal ecosystems throughout Florida. Additionally, Grace Carricarte was acknowledged for her dedication and her efforts for the project being successful because of her checking on the pods after the initial volunteer event. Commissioner Anderson expounded on the vast interest gained locally and abroad, as far as Africa regarding this project. She spoke about the upcoming event and thanked everyone for their support regarding the project and invited everyone to an upcoming planting and educational event at the University of Miami. She also thanked everyone for their support and leadership and will continue doing this project City of Coral Gables Page 4 City Commission Meeting Minutes November 9, 2022 which is good for the community. Mr. Anderson mentioned that Commissioner Anderson was also highlighted in National Geographic. She stated that she was trying to get the entire group in the picture, but the goal of the article was to try to get individuals to embrace having mangroves along the waterways and referenced the positive impact of there being mangroves on Sanibel Island after the storm surge. Mr. Anderson stated that NOAH and other environmental organizations are pushing and highlighting the positive aspects of having mangroves and thanked Commissioner Anderson for her leadership on the project. Mayor Lago also reflected on the wonderful experience he and his children had planting mangrove trees and Commissioner Anderson’s passion regarding this project. Commissioner Menendez chimed in complementing Commissioner Anderson on the marvelous work she does with the Garden Club which illustrates the passion Coral Gables has as well as other civic organizations making a difference and in part, is what makes Coral Gables unique and congratulated everyone. This Presentation/Protocol Document was Presented and Filed City Clerk Item No. 6 A.-5. 22-4909 Congratulations to Keep Coral Gables Beautiful on receiving the Keep America Beautiful 2021 Innovation Award - Local Program | Population of 30,001 -100,000 Mayor Lago introduced Agenda Item A-5 - Congratulations to Keep Coral Gables Beautiful on receiving the Keep America Beautiful 2021 Innovation Award - Local Program | Population of 30,001 -100,000, Solanch Lopez, Assistant to the City Manager made the presentation accompanied by Mark Hebert-Innovation and Technology Assistant Director and Alejandro Gaimundi, IT Systems Analyst II of the city’s Information & Technology Department. A video was then shown depicting all the innovations the city has implemented and what qualified the city to be a recipient of the award as well as congratulatory remarks from Keep America Beautiful Abby Turpin, Director of Communications. This Presentation/Protocol Document was Presented and Filed City Clerk Item No. 7 A.-6. 22-4889 Congratulations to Lieutenant Christopher Ayala recipient of the City of Coral Gables "Firefighter of the Month Award", for the month of November 2022. Attachments: Cover Memo, FF of Month, November 2022 FF of the month ltr November 2022 Mayor Lago introduced Agenda Item A-6 - Congratulations to Lieutenant Christopher Ayala recipient of the City of Coral Gables, “Firefighter of the Month Award”, for the month of November 2022 and Fire Chief Marcos de la Rosa made the presentation. Fire Chief de la Rosa stated that Lieutenant Ayala is being recognized for his quick response, critical thinking, and command presence in resolving a structural fire in the Science Lab at the University of Miami. In accepting City of Coral Gables Page 5 City Commission Meeting Minutes November 9, 2022 his award, Lieutenant Ayala thanked Fire Chief de la Rosa, all those responsible for him receiving the award including his fire crew. Mayor Lago thanked Lieutenant Ayala for his hard work and commitment to the city and for his punctuality in arriving to accept his award an hour before the ceremony. Chief de la Rosa gave a briefing on Tropical Storm Nicole stating that the storm was tracking West, Southwest at that time and eventually will make its turn to a North, Northwest track before it will start going North. It continues to be a storm impactful to Palm Beach County with Miami on tropical storm watch, and what that meant was that we could experience tropical storm gusts within the next 48 hours of sustained tropical storm force winds expectancy of less than 10% , and less than 5% for hurricane force winds. We will experience gusty weather with rain bands. The city’s services remain operational as is the County’s and they are concurrent with the County’s Emergency Management and will continue to project their storm readiness messaging either through the Everbridge Emergency APP or social media. He then noted Public Works and Public Service responsibilities in the event of the storm, however, that it is expected that conditions will improve by morning to midday. Mayor Lago stated that while we may be out of the woods, that it is important to keep people informed so as to avoid false information and rumors, especially the elderly who may not have access to social media and thanked Martha Pantin, Communications and Public Affairs Division Manager for her efforts in this respect. This Presentation/Protocol Document was Presented and Filed City Clerk Item No. 8 B. APPROVAL OF MINUTES B.-1. 22-4848 Regular City Commission Meeting of October 11, 2022. Attachments: CCMT Oct 11 2022 - Agenda Item I-6 - Resolution authorizing a contract modification to the renov CCMTG Oct 11 2022 - Agenda Item C - Public Comment CCMTG Oct 11 2022 - Agenda Item E-2 - Resoution accepting the recommendation of CPO to aw CCMTG Oct 11 2022 - Agenda Item F-1 - Ordinance creating Chapter 14 Businesses Article VII M CCMTG Oct 11 2022 - Agenda Item F-5 - Ordinance providing for a text amendment to official zon CCMTG Oct 11 2022 - Agenda Item F-6 - Ordinance amending the city code Chapter 2-Administr CCMTG Oct 11 2022 - Agenda Item F-12 - Ordinance approving the vacation of a public alleyway CCMtg Oct 11 2022 - Agenda Item G-4 - Resolution of the City Commission providing direction to CCMTG Oct 11 2022 - Agenda Item L - Discussion Items CCMTG Oct 11 2022 - Agenda Items F-9 and F-10 are related - Ordinance providing for a text am CCMtg Oct 11 2022 - Agenda Items I-5 J-1 and J-2 are related - Resolutions waiving competitive Meeting Minutes A motion was made by Vice Mayor Mena, seconded by Commissioner Anderson, that this motion be approved . The motion passed by unanimous vote. Yeas : 5 - Commissioner Anderson, Commissioner Fors, Jr., Vice Mayor Mena, Commissioner Menendez and Mayor Lago City Clerk Item No. 9 City of Coral Gables Page 6 City Commission Meeting Minutes November 9, 2022 C. PUBLIC COMMENTS City Clerk Item No. 10 D. MAYOR'S COMMENTS D.-1. 22-4922 Discussion regarding process for appointment of individual to fill the upcoming vacancy on the City Commission. This Agenda Item was Discussed and Filed City Clerk Item No. 11 E. CONSENT AGENDA Passed the Consent Agenda A motion was made by Commissioner Anderson, seconded by Commissioner Menendez to approve the Consent Agenda as amended. Yeas : 5 - Commissioner Anderson, Commissioner Fors, Jr., Vice Mayor Mena, Commissioner Menendez and Mayor Lago RESOLUTION NO. 2022-276 E.-1. 22-4861 A Resolution of the City Commission authorizing Make-A-Wish Southern Florida to sell alcoholic beverages at the parking lot located on 1559 Sunset Drive and on San Ignacio Avenue from Red Road to Yumuri Street on Saturday March 4th, 2023 beginning at 11:30 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. during the “Wings for Wishes” event, to benefit the Make-A-Wish Southern Florida, subject to Florida department of professional regulation requirements; and authorizing the waiver of special event fees, parking fees, and barricade fees for the event. Attachments: Wings for wings 2023 app Wings for Wishes 2023 Cover Memo Wings for Wishes 2023 RESO R-2022-276 -Signed A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF CORAL GABLES, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING MAKE-A-WISH SOUTHERN FLORIDA TO SELL ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES AT THE PARKING LOT LOCATED ON 1559 SUNSET DRIVE AND ON SAN IGNACIO AVENUE FROM RED ROAD TO YUMURI STREET ON SATURDAY MARCH 4TH, 2023 BEGINNING AT 11:30 A.M. UNTIL 4:00 P.M. DURING THE “WINGS FOR WISHES” EVENT, TO BENEFIT THE MAKE-A-WISH SOUTHERN FLORIDA, SUBJECT TO FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF PROFESSIONAL REGULATION REQUIREMENTS; AND AUTHORIZING THE WAIVER OF SPECIAL EVENT FEES, PARKING FEES, AND BARRICADE FEES FOR THE EVENT. This Matter was adopted by Resolution Number 2022-276 BY VOICE VOTE City Clerk Item No. 12 City of Coral Gables Page 7 City Commission Meeting Minutes November 9, 2022 RESOLUTION NO. 2022-277 E.-2. 22-4857 A Resolution of the City Commission authorizing Festival and Event Inc. to sell alcoholic beverages on Alhambra from Ponce de Leon Boulevard to Le Jeune Road on Saturday, January 28th, 2023, from 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. and Sunday January 29th, 2023, from 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. during the Coral Gables Arts and Mega Festival. Subject to Florida Department of Professional Regulation Requirements. (This request has been reviewed by the City’s Special Events Committee.) Attachments: CG Festival of the Arts and Beer,Wine and Spirits Fest 2023 CG Festival of the Arts and Beer,Wine and Spirits Fest 2023 RESO Cg arts fest and beer fest 2022 R-2022-277 Signed A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION AUTHORIZING FESTIVAL AND EVENT, INC., TO SELL ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES ON ALHAMBRA FROM PONCE DE LEON BOULEVARD TO LE JEUNE ROAD ON SATURDAY, JANUARY 28, 2023, FROM 10:00 A.M. UNTIL 10:00 P.M. AND SUNDAY JANUARY 29, 2023, FROM 12:00 P.M. UNTIL 6:00 P.M. DURING THE “CORAL GABLES ART AND MEGA FESTIVAL”. SUBJECT TO FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF PROFESSIONAL REGULATION REQUIREMENTS. This Matter was adopted by Resolution Number 2022-277 BY VOICE VOTE City Clerk Item No. 13 RESOLUTION NO. 2022-278 E.-3. 22-4907 A Resolution of the City Commission appointing Sadia Raja (Nominated by Commissioner Menendez) to serve as a member of the International Affairs Coordinating Council, for remainder of a two (2) year term which began on June 1, 2021 and continues through May 31, 2023. Attachments: Draft Resolution - Sadia Raja - IACC Cover Memo - Sadia Raja - IACC R-2022-278 -Signed A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION APPOINTING SADIA RAJA (NOMINATED BY COMMISSIONER MENENDEZ) TO SERVE AS A MEMBER OF THE INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS COORDINATING COUNCIL, FOR THE REMAINDER OF A TWO (2) YEAR TERM WHICH BEGAN ON JUNE 1, 2021 AND CONTINUES THROUGH MAY 31, 2023. This Matter was adopted by Resolution Number 2022-278 BY VOICE VOTE City Clerk Item No. 14 City of Coral Gables Page 8 City Commission Meeting Minutes November 9, 2022 RESOLUTION NO. 2022-279 E.-4. 22-4917 A Resolution of the City Commission adopting a public information program under the Community Rating System (CRS) Program to inform the community about flood risks and reduce flood insurance premiums associated with this program. Attachments: Cover Memo Draft Resolution Coral Gables PPI Final R-2022-279 -Signed A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION ADOPTING A PUBLIC INFORMATION PROGRAM UNDER THE COMMUNITY RATING SYSTEM (CRS) PROGRAM TO INFORM THE COMMUNITY ABOUT FLOOD RISKS AND REDUCE FLOOD INSURANCE PREMIUMS ASSOCIATED WITH THIS PROGRAM. This Matter was adopted by Resolution Number 2022-279 BY VOICE VOTE City Clerk Item No. 15 RESOLUTION NO. 2022-280 E.-6. 22-4944 A Resolution of the City Commission authorizing Saint Theresa Catholic School to sell alcoholic beverages as part of the Annual Parish School Fair on the school ’s grounds at 2701 Indian Mound Trail on Friday, December 2, 2022, from 6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.; on Saturday, December 3, 2022, from 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.; and on Sunday, December 4, 2022 from 12:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., subject to Florida Department of Professional Regulation Requirements. Attachments: St. Theresa Parish School Fair 2022 Cover Memo St. Theresa Parish School Fair 2022 Resolution St.Theresa Fair App R-2022-280 -Signed A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION AUTHORIZING SAINT THERESA CATHOLIC SCHOOL TO SELL ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES AS PART OF THE “ANNUAL PARISH SCHOOL FAIR” ON THE SCHOOL’S GROUNDS LOCATED AT 2701 INDIAN MOUND TRAIL ON FRIDAY, DECEMBER 2, 2022, FROM 6:00 P.M. UNTIL 11:00 P.M.; ON SATURDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2022, FROM 3:00 P.M. UNTIL 11:00 P.M.; AND ON SUNDAY, DECEMBER 4, 2022, FROM 12:00 P.M. UNTIL 8:00 P.M. SUBJECT TO FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF PROFESSIONAL REGULATION REQUIREMENTS. This Matter was adopted by Resolution Number 2022-280 BY VOICE VOTE City Clerk Item No. 16 City of Coral Gables Page 9 City Commission Meeting Minutes November 9, 2022 RESOLUTION NO. 2022-281 E.-7. 22-4976 A Resolution of the City Commission appointing Alfredo Sarria (Nominated by Mayor Lago) to serve as a member of the Library Advisory Board, for remainder of the current term, which began on June 1, 2021 and continues through May 31, 2023. Attachments: Draft Resolution - Alfredo Sarria - Library Board Cover Memo - Alredo Sarria - Library Board R-2022-281 -Signed A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION APPOINTING ALFREDO SARRIA (NOMINATED BY MAYOR LAGO) TO SERVE AS A MEMBER OF THE LIBRARY ADVISORY BOARD, FOR REMAINDER OF THE CURRENT TERM, WHICH BEGAN ON JUNE 1, 2021 AND CONTINUES THROUGH MAY 31, 2023. This Matter was adopted by Resolution Number 2022-281 BY VOICE VOTE City Clerk Item No. 17 1. Presentation of Boards and/or Committees minutes requesting no action from the City Commission: 1.-1. 22-4598 Arts Advisory Panel Meeting of September 14, 2022. Attachments: AAP Meeting September 14, 2022 DRAFT 09.14.2022.MinutesforCC11.09.2022 This Matter was approved BY VOICE VOTE City Clerk Item No. 18 1.-2. 22-4939 Budget Audit Advisory Board Meeting of September 7, 2022. Attachments: Budget Audit Board Minutes - PENDING Board Approval - 09.07.22 - FINAL This Matter was approved BY VOICE VOTE City Clerk Item No. 19 1.-3. 22-4902 Code Enforcement Board September 21, 2022. Attachments: September 21 2022 Code Board Minutes This Matter was approved BY VOICE VOTE City Clerk Item No. 20 City of Coral Gables Page 10 City Commission Meeting Minutes November 9, 2022 1.-4. 22-4919 Code Enforcement Board October 19, 2022. Attachments: Code Board Minutes October 19 2022 This Matter was approved BY VOICE VOTE City Clerk Item No. 21 1.-5. 22-4838 Cultural Development Board Meeting of September 20, 2022. Attachments: CDB Minutes September 20, 2022 DRAFT 09.20.2022 MinutesforCC11.09.2022 This Matter was approved BY VOICE VOTE City Clerk Item No. 22 1.-6. 22-4899 Historic Preservation Board Meeting of August 17, 2022 Attachments: Meeting Minutes Recap for 8-17-2022 Historic Preservation Board Minutes - 8-17-2022 - Final 8-17-2022 - Attendance Form This Matter was approved BY VOICE VOTE City Clerk Item No. 23 1.-7. 22-4901 Historic Preservation Board Meeting of September 21, 2022 Attachments: Meeting Minutes Recap for 9-21-2022 Minutes - 9-21-2022 9-21-2022 - Attendance Form This Matter was approved BY VOICE VOTE City Clerk Item No. 24 1.-8. 22-4918 Landscape Beautification Advisory Board Meeting of October 13, 2022. Attachments: 101322-LBAB Minutes - 22-4918 This Matter was approved BY VOICE VOTE City Clerk Item No. 25 1.-9. 22-4926 Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Meeting of September 8th, 2022. Attachments: Parks Meeting Minutes 9.8.22 This Matter was approved BY VOICE VOTE City Clerk Item No. 26 City of Coral Gables Page 11 City Commission Meeting Minutes November 9, 2022 1.-10. 22-4661 Planning and Zoning Board Meeting of September 14, 2022. Attachments: 09 14 22 Minutes mini This Matter was approved BY VOICE VOTE City Clerk Item No. 27 1.-11. 22-4937 Retirement Board Meeting of September 8, 2022. Attachments: Minutes 09-08-2022 CC.09-08-2022 November 9, 2022 This Matter was approved BY VOICE VOTE City Clerk Item No. 28 Pulled from Consent Agenda RESOLUTION NO. 2022-282 E.-5. 22-4938 A Resolution of the City Commission authorizing the waiver of parking fees in the City ’s public garages from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on November 26, 2022 for the 2022 Small Business Saturday event. Attachments: 11.9.22 SBS Resolution 2022 11.9.22 Small Business Cover Memo 2022 R-2022-282 -Signed Verbatim Transcripts A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION AUTHORIZING THE WAIVER OF PARKING FEES IN THE CITY'S PUBLIC GARAGES FROM 9:00 A.M. TO 5:00 P.M. ON NOVEMBER 26, 2022, FOR THE 2022 SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY EVENT. [Note for the Record: The verbatim transcript for Agenda Item E-5 is available for public inspection in the Office of the City Clerk and in Legistar]. A motion was made by Vice Mayor Mena, seconded by Commissioner Menendez, that this motion be adopted by Resolution Number 2022-282 . The motion passed by unanimous vote. Yeas : 5 - Commissioner Anderson, Commissioner Fors, Jr., Vice Mayor Mena, Commissioner Menendez and Mayor Lago City Clerk Item No. 29 City of Coral Gables Page 12 City Commission Meeting Minutes November 9, 2022 F. PUBLIC HEARINGS ORDINANCES ON SECOND READING ORDINANCE NO. 2022-66 F.-1. 22-4764 An Ordinance of the City Commission providing for a text amendment to the City of Coral Gables official Zoning Code by amending Article 14, “Process,” Section 14-204.9, “Expiration of Approvals; to eliminate the expiration of Certificates of TDR; providing for severability clause, repealer provision, codification, and providing for an effective date. Attachments: Cover Memo - section 14-204.9 - exp of cert of TDRs Ordinance Amending Zoning Code - Section 14-204.9 exp of cert of TDR 11 09 22 CC Cover Memo - TDRs - 2nd Reading 11 09 22 Exh. B - 11 01 22 - Historic PZB Staff Report w attachments 11 09 22 Ordinance Amending Zoning Code - Section 14-204.9 exp of cert of TDR Verbatim Transcript O-2022-66 - Signed AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION PROVIDING FOR A TEXT AMENDMENT TO THE CITY OF CORAL GABLES OFFICIAL ZONING CODE BY AMENDING ARTICLE 14, “PROCESS,” SECTION 14-204.9, “EXPIRATION OF APPROVALS; TO ELIMINATE THE EXPIRATION OF CERTIFICATES OF TDR; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY, REPEALER, CODIFICATION, AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE. A motion was made by Vice Mayor Mena, seconded by Commissioner Anderson, that this matter be adopted by Ordinance Number 2022-66. The motion passed by the following vote. Yeas : 5- Commissioner Menendez, Commissioner Anderson, Commissioner Fors, Jr., Vice Mayor Mena and Mayor Lago City Clerk Item No. 34 ORDINANCE NO. 2022-67 F.-2. 22-4475 An Ordinance of the City Commission amending the City of Coral Gables Zoning Code Article 15 “Notices”, Section 15-104 “Quasi-Judicial Procedures” and amending Section 2-79 of Chapter 2, Article III of the City Code, titled “Order of Business” to clarify definitions of documentary evidence, and amend the Order of Presentation for Quasi-Judicial Hearings, providing for a repealer provision, severability clause, codification, and providing for an effective date. Attachments: Cover Memo First Reading ORdinance 15-104 Zoning Code and City Code Amenedment First Reading Ordinance 15-104 Zoning Code 10 12 2022 Staff Report - PZB Votes w attachments 11 09 22 Ex A - 4 Vote Draft Ordinance 11 09 22 Ex B - Order of Business Draft Ordinance 11 09 22 Ex C - 10 12 2022 PZB Vote Staff Report 11 09 22 Ex D - Excerpts from 10 12 22 Minutes 11 09 22 CC Cover Memo - Votes and Order of Business - 2nd Reading O-2022-67 - Signed City of Coral Gables Page 13 City Commission Meeting Minutes November 9, 2022 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION AMENDING THE CITY OF CORAL GABLES ZONING CODE ARTICLE 15 “NOTICES”, SECTION 15-104 “QUASI-JUDICIAL PROCEDURES” AND AMENDING SECTION 2-79 OF CHAPTER 2, ARTICLE III OF THE CITY CODE, TITLED “ORDER OF BUSINESS” TO CLARIFY DEFINITIONS OF DOCUMENTARY EVIDENCE, AND AMEND THE ORDER OF PRESENTATION FOR QUASI-JUDICIAL HEARINGS, PROVIDING FOR A REPEALER PROVISION, SEVERABILITY CLAUSE, CODIFICATION, AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE. A motion was made by Commissioner Anderson, seconded by Commissioner Menendez, that this matter be adopted by Ordinance Number 2022-67. The motion passed by the following vote. Yeas : 5- Commissioner Anderson, Commissioner Fors, Jr., Vice Mayor Mena, Commissioner Menendez and Mayor Lago City Clerk Item No. 35 ORDINANCE NO. 2022-68 F.-3. 22-4476 An Ordinance of the City Commission providing for a text amendment to the City of Coral Gables Official Zoning Code by amending Article 14, “Process,” Section 14-102.3, “Meetings; Quorum; Required Vote” to amend the requirement of four (4) affirmative votes for recommendations relating to Comprehensive Plan amendments; providing for severability clause, repealer provision, codification, and providing for an effective date. Attachments: Cover Memo - section 14-103.3 - 4 vote req - first readng Ordinance Amending Zoning Code - Section 14-103.3 - 4 vote rec Speaker Card Verbatim Transcript 10 12 2022 Staff Report - PZB Votes w attachments 11 09 22 CC Cover Memo - Votes and Order of Business - 2nd Reading 11 09 22 Ex A - 4 Vote Draft Ordinance 11 09 22 Ex B - Order of Business Draft Ordinance 11 09 22 Ex C - 10 12 2022 PZB Vote Staff Report 11 09 22 Ex D - Excerpts from 10 12 22 Minutes O-2022-68 - Signed AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF CORAL GABLES, FLORIDA PROVIDING FOR A TEXT AMENDMENT TO THE CITY OF CORAL GABLES OFFICIAL ZONING CODE BY AMENDING ARTICLE 14, “PROCESS,” SECTION 14-102.3, “MEETINGS; QUORUM; REQUIRED VOTE” TO AMEND THE REQUIREMENT OF FOUR (4) AFFIRMATIVE VOTES FOR RECOMMENDATIONS RELATING TO COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY, REPEALER, CODIFICATION, AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE. A motion was made by Commissioner Anderson, seconded by Commissioner Menendez, that this matter be adopted by Ordinance Number 2022-68. The motion passed by the following vote. Yeas : 5- Commissioner Fors, Jr., Vice Mayor Mena, Commissioner Menendez, Commissioner Anderson and Mayor Lago City Clerk Item No. 36 City of Coral Gables Page 14 City Commission Meeting Minutes November 9, 2022 ORDINANCES ON FIRST READING Time Certain 10:30am (Agenda Item F-4) ORDINANCE NO. 2022-70 F.-4. 22-4903 An Ordinance of the City Commission creating Section 42-41 "Smoking in Parks" prohibiting smoking in all parks operated by the City, providing for a repealer provision, severability clause, codification, and providing for an effective date. (Sponsored by Mayor Lago) Attachments: Cover Memo Smoking in Parks first reading First Reading Smoking in Parks Cover Memo Smoking in Parks second reading Second Reading Smoking in Parks O-2022-70- Signed Verbatim Transcripts [Note for the Record: The verbatim transcript for Agenda Item F-4 is available for public inspection in the Office of the City Clerk and in Legistar]. A motion was made by Vice Mayor Mena, seconded by Commissioner Menendez, that this matter be approved as an Ordinance on First Reading. The motion passed by the following vote. Yeas : 5- Vice Mayor Mena, Commissioner Menendez, Commissioner Anderson, Commissioner Fors, Jr. and Mayor Lago City Clerk Item No. 32 ORDINANCE NO. 2022-71 F.-5. 22-4993 An Ordinance of the City Commission authorizing the City to enter into a Second Amendment to the Second Amended and Restated Master Lease Agreement for the property commonly known as the Village of Merrick Park, with Merrick Park, LLC, f /k/a Rouse Coral Gables, LLC, amending Section 3.1 relating to parking and approving the general terms of a corresponding License Agreement for certain parking uses; providing for a repealer provision, severability clause, and providing for an effective date. (Sponsored by Mayor Lago) Lobbyist: N/A Attachments: Commission Cover - Merrick Park lease amend - first reading ordinance ordinance - Merrick Park lease amend - first reading Second Amendment to Second Amended and Restated Master Lease - Merrick Park_176890457 Second Amendment to Second Amended and Restated Master Lease - Merrick Park_176890457 Second Amendment to Second Amended and Restated Master Lease - Merrick Park Second Rea Second Amendment to Second Amended and Restated Master Lease - Merrick Park_176890457 O-2022-71-Signed Verbatim Transcripts [Note for the Record: The verbatim transcript for Agenda Item F-5 is available for public inspection in the Office of the City Clerk and in Legistar]. City of Coral Gables Page 15 City Commission Meeting Minutes November 9, 2022 A motion was made by Vice Mayor Mena, seconded by Commissioner Menendez, that this matter be approved as an Ordinance on First Reading. The motion passed by the following vote. Yeas : 5- Vice Mayor Mena, Commissioner Menendez, Commissioner Anderson, Commissioner Fors, Jr. and Mayor Lago City Clerk Item No. 37 City of Coral Gables Page 16 City Commission Meeting Minutes November 9, 2022 RESOLUTIONS RESOLUTION NO. 2022-285 F.-6. 22-4904 A Resolution of the City Commission amending Resolution Number 2022-175, to establish a revised peafowl mitigation policy pursuant to the Code of Miami -Dade County, Chapter 5 “Animals and Fowl”, Section 5-16 “Taking of peafowl prohibited; municipal opt out.” (Sponsored by Mayor Lago) Attachments: Peafowl mitigation Cover Memo 11.9 Peafowl mitigation resolution 11.9.22 R-2022-285 -Signed Verbatim Transcripts A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 2022-175, TO ESTABLISH A REVISED PEAFOWL MITIGATION POLICY PURSUANT TO THE CODE OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, CHAPTER 5 “ANIMALS AND FOWL”, SECTION 5-16 “TAKING OF PEAFOWL PROHIBITED; MUNICIPAL OPT OUT.” [Note for the Record: The verbatim transcript for Agenda Item F-6 is available for public inspection in the Office of the City Clerk and in Legistar]. A motion was made by Commissioner Anderson, seconded by Commissioner Menendez, that this matter be adopted by Resolution Number 2022-285. The motion passed by the following vote. Yeas : 5- Commissioner Menendez, Commissioner Anderson, Commissioner Fors, Jr., Vice Mayor Mena and Mayor Lago City Clerk Item No. 38 City of Coral Gables Page 17 City Commission Meeting Minutes November 9, 2022 Agenda Items F-7 and F-8 are related RESOLUTION NO. 2022-283 F.-7. 22-4777 A Resolution of the City Commission approving Remote Parking and Conditional Use review pursuant to Zoning Code Article 14, “Process” Section 14-203, “Conditional Uses,” for proposed Remote Parking associated with the Mixed-Use project referred to as “4311 Ponce” on the property legally described as Lots 36 through 43, Block 5, “Industrial Section” (4311 and 4225 Ponce de Leon Boulevard), Coral Gables, Florida; including required conditions; providing for a repealer provision, severability clause, and providing for an effective date. Lobbyist: Jorge Navarro Lobbyist: Devon Vickers Attachments: 10 12 22 Attachment A - Applicant Submittal 10 12 22 - Staff Report - 4311 Ponce w attachments 11 09 22 Ex. C - 10 12 22 - 4311 Ponce Staff Report w attachments 11 09 22 Ex. D - Excerpts of 10 12 22 PZB Meeting Minutes 11 09 22 Ex. E - PowerPoint 11 09 22 CC Cover Memo - 4311 4225 Ponce 11 09 22 Ex B - Remote Parking Draft Resolution - rev 11 09 22 Ex A - Mixed-Use Site Plan Draft Resolution - rev R-2022-283 -Signed Verbatim Transcripts A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION APPROVING REMOTE PARKING (SECTION 10-109) AND CONDITIONAL USE REVIEW PURSUANT TO ZONING CODE ARTICLE 14, “PROCESS” SECTION 14-203, “CONDITIONAL USES,” FOR PROPOSED REMOTE PARKING ASSOCIATED WITH THE MIXED-USE PROJECT ON THE PROPERTY LEGALLY DESCRIBED AS LOTS 36 THROUGH 43, BLOCK 5, “INDUSTRIAL SECTION” (4311 AND 4225 PONCE DE LEON BOULEVARD), CORAL GABLES, FLORIDA; INCLUDING REQUIRED CONDITIONS; PROVIDING FOR A REPEALER PROVISION, SEVERABILITY CLAUSE, AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. [Note for the Record: The verbatim transcript for Agenda Items F-7 & F-8 is available for public inspection in the Office of the City Clerk and in Legistar]. A motion was made by Vice Mayor Mena, seconded by Commissioner Menendez, that this matter be adopted by Resolution Number 2022-283. The motion passed by the following vote. Yeas : 5- Commissioner Anderson, Commissioner Fors, Jr., Vice Mayor Mena, Commissioner Menendez and Mayor Lago City Clerk Item No. 30 City of Coral Gables Page 18 City Commission Meeting Minutes November 9, 2022 RESOLUTION NO. 2022-284 F.-8. 22-4326 A Resolution of the City Commission approving Mixed-Use Site Plan and Conditional Use review pursuant to Zoning Code Article 14, “Process” Section 14-203, “Conditional Uses,” for a proposed Mixed-Use project referred to as “4311 Ponce” on the property legally described as Lots 36 through 43, Block 5, “Industrial Section” (4311 and 4225 Ponce de Leon Boulevard), Coral Gables, Florida; including required conditions; providing for a repealer provision, severability clause, and providing for an effective date. Lobbyist: Jorge Navarro Lobbyist: Devon Vickers Attachments: 10 12 22 Attachment A - Applicant Submittal 10 12 22 - Staff Report - 4311 Ponce w attachments 11 09 22 CC Cover Memo - 4311 4225 Ponce 11 09 22 Ex. C - 10 12 22 - 4311 Ponce Staff Report w attachments 11 09 22 Ex. D - Excerpts of 10 12 22 PZB Meeting Minutes 11 09 22 Ex. E - PowerPoint 11 09 22 Ex B - Remote Parking Draft Resolution - rev 11 09 22 Ex A - Mixed-Use Site Plan Draft Resolution - rev R-2022-284 -Signed Verbatim Transcripts A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION APPROVING MIXED-USE SITE PLAN AND CONDITIONAL USE REVIEW PURSUANT TO ZONING CODE ARTICLE 14, “PROCESS” SECTION 14-203, “CONDITIONAL USES,” FOR A PROPOSED MIXED-USE PROJECT ON THE PROPERTY LEGALLY DESCRIBED AS LOTS 36 THROUGH 43, BLOCK 5, “INDUSTRIAL SECTION” (4311 AND 4225 PONCE DE LEON BOULEVARD), CORAL GABLES, FLORIDA; INCLUDING REQUIRED CONDITIONS; PROVIDING FOR A REPEALER PROVISION, SEVERABILITY CLAUSE, AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. [Note for the Record: The verbatim transcript for Agenda Items F-7 & F-8 is available for public inspection in the Office of the City Clerk and in Legistar]. A motion was made by Commissioner Anderson, seconded by Vice Mayor Mena, that this matter be adopted by Resolution Number 2022-284. The motion passed by the following vote. Yeas : 5- Commissioner Fors, Jr., Vice Mayor Mena, Commissioner Menendez, Commissioner Anderson and Mayor Lago City Clerk Item No. 31 City of Coral Gables Page 19 City Commission Meeting Minutes November 9, 2022 RESOLUTION NO. 2022-286 F.-9. 20-1038 A Resolution of the City Commission approving the Final Plat entitled “Belmont Residences at Coral Gables” pursuant to Zoning Code Article 14, Section 14-210, “Platting/Subdivision,” being a re-plat of 61,569 square feet on the property legally as lots 12 to 31, Block 3, and the south 7.5 feet of lots 11 and 32, Block 3, Coral Gables “Industrial Section,” together with that portion of 30 foot platted alley lying south of the north line of the south 7.5 feet of said lot 11 projected westerly and north of the south line of said Block 3 (4111 Salzedo Street) Coral Gables, Florida; including required conditions; providing for a repealer provision, severability clause, and providing for an effective date. (LEGAL DESCRIPTION ON FILE) Lobbyist: Mario Garcia-Serra Attachments: 09 27 19 DRC submittal Belmont Village 02 12 2020 Attachment A - Applicant's Submittal Belmont Village small 02 12 2020 Staff report with Attachments - Belmont ALF 03 10 2020 Exhibit A - Draft Amendment to Alley Vacation Ordinance 03 10 2020 Exhibit B - Draft Ordinance TDRs 03 10 2020 Exhibit C - Draft Ordinance PAD 03 10 2020 Exhibit D - Draft Resolution Conditional Use 03 10 2020 Exhibit E - Draft Resolution Tentative Plat 03 10 2020 Exhibit F.1 - Staff report with Attachments 03 10 2020 Exhibit F.2 - Applicant's Submittal Belmont Village 03 10 2020 Exhibit G - Excerpt of 02 12 2020 PZB Meeting 03 10 2020 Exhibit H - Powerpoint Presentation 03 10 2020 CC Cover Memo - Belmont ALF 1st Reading Verbatim Transcript for CCMtg Mar 10 2020 - Agenda Items F-3, F-4, F-5, F-8, F-9 - Ordinances a 11 09 22 CC Cover Memo - Belmont - Final Plat 11 09 22 Ex. A - Belmont Draft Resolution 11 09 22 Ex. B - Belmont Residences at Coral Gables Final Plat 11 09 22 Ex. C - Belmont Staff report w Attachments 11 09 22 Ex. D - Excerpt of 02 12 2020 PZB Meeting R-2022-286 -Signed Verbatim Transcripts A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION APPROVING THE FINAL PLAT ENTITLED “BELMONT RESIDENCES AT CORAL GABLES” PURSUANT TO ZONING CODE ARTICLE 14, SECTION 14-210, “PLATTING/SUBDIVISION,” BEING A RE-PLAT OF 61,569 SQUARE FEET ON THE PROPERTY LEGALLY AS LOTS 12 TO 31, BLOCK 3, AND THE SOUTH 7.5 FEET OF LOTS 11 AND 32, BLOCK 3, CORAL GABLES “INDUSTRIAL SECTION,” TOGETHER WITH THAT PORTION OF 30 FOOT PLATTED ALLEY LYING SOUTH OF THE NORTH LINE OF THE SOUTH 7.5 FEET OF SAID LOT 11 PROJECTED WESTERLY AND NORTH OF THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID BLOCK 3 (4111 SALZEDO STREET) CORAL GABLES, FLORIDA; INCLUDING REQUIRED CONDITIONS; PROVIDING FOR A REPEALER PROVISION, SEVERABILITY CLAUSE, AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. [Note for the Record: The verbatim transcript for Agenda Item F-9 is available for public inspection in the Office of the City Clerk and in Legistar]. City of Coral Gables Page 20 City Commission Meeting Minutes November 9, 2022 A motion was made by Commissioner Anderson, seconded by Commissioner Menendez, that this matter be adopted by Resolution Number 2022-286. The motion passed by the following vote. Yeas : 5- Commissioner Anderson, Commissioner Fors, Jr., Vice Mayor Mena, Commissioner Menendez and Mayor Lago City Clerk Item No. 39 RESOLUTION NO. 2022-287 F.-10. 19-9346 A Resolution of the City Commission approving the Final Plat entitled “Alta Strategic Gables” pursuant to Zoning Code Article 14, Section 14-210, “Platting/Subdivision,” being a re-plat of 61,548 square feet (1.41 acres) into two (2) tracts of land on the property legally described as lots 1 through 11, inclusive, less the south 7.5 feet thereof, and lots 32 through 42, inclusive, less the south 7.5 feet thereof, Block 3, “Coral Gables Industrial Section,” together with that portion of the 30 foot platted alley lying north of the north line of the south 7.5 feet of said lot 11 projected westerly and south of the north line of said block 3 (250 Bird Road) Coral Gables, Florida; including required conditions; providing for a repealer provision, severability clause, and providing for an effective date. ( LEGAL DESCRIPTION ON FILE) Lobbyist: Mario Garcia-Serra Attachments: 08 12 2020 PZB Staff Report - 250 Merrick 08 12 2020 Attachment B Memo regarding concurrency 08 12 2020 Attachment D CAO 2019-029 Story Limitation When Developing Under PAD Ordinanc 08 12 2020 Attachment E Neighborhood Meeting summary 08 12 2020 Attachment F Mailed Notice and Legal Ad 08 12 2020 Attachment G Powerpoint Presentation 08 12 2020 Attachment C Memo from Public Works 08 12 2020 Attachment A Applicant's submittal package 09 08 20 CC Cover Memo - Merrick 250 1st Reading 09 08 20 Exhibit A - Draft Ordinance TDRs - Merrick 250 09 08 20 Exhibit B - Draft Ordinance PAD -Merrick 250 09 08 20 Exhibit C - Draft Resolution Conditional Use -Merrick 250 09 08 20 Exhibit D - Draft Resolution Tentative Plat - Merrick 250 09 08 20 Exhibit E.1 - 08 12 2020 PZB Staff Report - Merrick 250 09 08 20 Exhibit E.2 Applicant's submittal package 09 08 20 Exhibit F - 08 12 2020 Minutes Zoom Meeting 09 08 20 Exhibit G - Powerpoint - Merrick 250 09 08 2020 Verbatim Transcript - CCMtg Sept 8 2020 - Agenda Items E-1, E-2, E-4 and E-5 are related - Mer 11 09 22 Ex. A - Alta Final Plat Draft Resolution 11 09 22 Ex. B - Alta Strategic Gables Final Plat 11 09 22 Ex. C - 08 12 2020 Merrick 250 Staff Report 11 09 22 Ex. D - Excerpts of 08 12 2020 PZB Meeting Minutes 11 09 22 CC Cover Memo - Alta 250 Bird - Final Plat R-2022-287 -Signed Verbatim Transcripts A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION APPROVING THE FINAL PLAT ENTITLED “ALTA STRATEGIC GABLES” PURSUANT TO ZONING CODE ARTICLE 14, SECTION 14-210, “PLATTING/SUBDIVISION,” BEING A RE-PLAT OF 61,548 SQUARE FEET (1.41 ACRES) INTO TWO (2) TRACTS OF LAND ON THE PROPERTY LEGALLY DESCRIBED AS LOTS 1 City of Coral Gables Page 21 City Commission Meeting Minutes November 9, 2022 THROUGH 11, INCLUSIVE, LESS THE SOUTH 7.5 FEET THEREOF, AND LOTS 32 THROUGH 42, INCLUSIVE, LESS THE SOUTH 7.5 FEET THEREOF, BLOCK 3, “CORAL GABLES INDUSTRIAL SECTION,” TOGETHER WITH THAT PORTION OF THE 30 FOOT PLATTED ALLEY LYING NORTH OF THE NORTH LINE OF THE SOUTH 7.5 FEET OF SAID LOT 11 PROJECTED WESTERLY AND SOUTH OF THE NORTH LINE OF SAID BLOCK 3 (250 BIRD ROAD) CORAL GABLES, FLORIDA; INCLUDING REQUIRED CONDITIONS; PROVIDING FOR A REPEALER PROVISION, SEVERABILITY CLAUSE, AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (LEGAL DESCRIPTION ON FILE). [Note for the Record: The verbatim transcript for Agenda Item F-10 is available for public inspection in the Office of the City Clerk and in Legistar]. A motion was made by Commissioner Anderson, seconded by Commissioner Menendez, that this matter be adopted by Resolution Number 2022-287. The motion passed by the following vote. Yeas : 5- Commissioner Fors, Jr., Vice Mayor Mena, Commissioner Menendez, Commissioner Anderson and Mayor Lago City Clerk Item No. 40 G. CITY COMMISSION ITEMS Time Certain 11:00am (Agenda Item G-1) G.-1. 22-4936 Discussion regarding solar panels for The Granada Clubhouse. (Sponsored by Mayor Lago) (Sponsored by Commissioner Anderson) Attachments: Verbatim Transcripts [Note for the Record: The verbatim transcript for Agenda Item G-1 is available for public inspection in the Office of the City Clerk and in Legistar]. This Agenda Item was Discussed and Filed City Clerk Item No. 33 G.-2. 22-4940 Update regarding Dover Kohl's bicycle infrastructure plan on Biltmore Way, Andalusia Avenue and possibly Valencia Avenue. (Sponsored by Commissioner Anderson) Attachments: Verbatim Transcripts [Note for the Record: The verbatim transcript for Agenda Item G-2 is available for public inspection in the Office of the City Clerk and in Legistar]. This Agenda Item was Discussed and Filed City Clerk Item No. 41 City of Coral Gables Page 22 City Commission Meeting Minutes November 9, 2022 G.-3. 22-4958 Discussion regarding green matter in trash pits. (Sponsored my Mayor Lago) Attachments: Verbatim Transcripts [Note for the Record: The verbatim transcript for Agenda Item G-3 is available for public inspection in the Office of the City Clerk and in Legistar]. This Agenda Item was Discussed and Filed City Clerk Item No. 42 RESOLUTION NO. 2022-288 G.-4. 22-4947 A Resolution of the City Commission directing that, under certain circumstances, the City Manager submit a separate memorandum to the City Commission, during the budget process, highlighting increases to the salary of a certain class of employees. (Sponsored by Commissioner Menendez) (Sponsored by Commissioner Anderson) Attachments: Cover memo - directing CM salary memo Reso - directing CM salary memo R-2022-288 Signed Verbatim Transcripts A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION DIRECTING THAT UNDER CERTAIN CIRCUMSTANCES, THE CITY MANAGER SUBMIT A SEPARATE MEMORANDUM TO THE CITY COMMISSION, DURING THE BUDGET PROCESS, HIGHLIGHTING INCREASES TO THE SALARY OF A CERTAIN CLASS OF EMPLOYEES. [Note for the Record: The verbatim transcript for Agenda Item G-4 is available for public inspection in the Office of the City Clerk and in Legistar]. A motion was made by Commissioner Menendez, seconded by Commissioner Anderson, that this matter be adopted by Resolution Number 2022-288. The motion passed by the following vote. Yeas : 5- Commissioner Menendez, Commissioner Anderson, Commissioner Fors, Jr., Vice Mayor Mena and Mayor Lago City Clerk Item No. 43 H. BOARDS/COMMITTEES ITEMS None City Clerk Item No. 44 City of Coral Gables Page 23 City Commission Meeting Minutes November 9, 2022 I. CITY MANAGER ITEMS RESOLUTION NO. 2022-289 I.-1. 22-4945 A Resolution of the City Commission accepting the recommendation of the Information Technology Director to increase the spending authority on the NASPO (SVAR) Contract # 43230000A-SHI INTERNATIONAL CORP. in the estimated amount of $1,200,000. Attachments: 01-SHI_Resolution_2023 02 SHI - SRF 00-SHI_CoverMemo2023 R-2022-289 -Signed A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION ACCEPTING THE RECOMMENDATION OF THE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DIRECTOR TO APPROVE A CHANGE ORDER TO INCREASE THE SPENDING AUTHORITY ON THE NASPO (SVAR) CONTRACT # 43230000A-SHI INTERNATIONAL CORP. IN THE ESTIMATED AMOUNT OF $1,200,000, PURSUANT TO SECTION 2-764 (B) OF THE CITY’S PROCUREMENT CODE ENTITLED “CHANGE ORDERS AND CONTRACT MODIFICATIONS”. A motion was made by Vice Mayor Mena, seconded by Commissioner Menendez, that this matter be adopted by Resolution Number 2022-289. The motion passed by the following vote. Yeas : 5- Commissioner Anderson, Commissioner Fors, Jr., Vice Mayor Mena, Commissioner Menendez and Mayor Lago City Clerk Item No. 45 RESOLUTION NO. 2022-290 I.-2. 22-4946 A Resolution of the City Commission accepting the recommendation of the Information Technology Director to increase the spending authority on the Omia Public Partners Contract # 4400006644-Insight Public Sector in the estimated amount of $2,500,000. Attachments: 01-Insight_Resolution_2023 03 insight-Solicitation Request Form 00-Insight_CoverMemo2023 R-2022-290 - Signed A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION ACCEPTING THE RECOMMENDATION OF THE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DIRECTOR TO APPROVE A CHANGE ORDER TO INCREASE THE SPENDING AUTHORITY ON THE OMIA PUBLIC PARTNERS CONTRACT # 4400006644-INSIGHT PUBLIC SECTOR. IN THE ESTIMATED AMOUNT OF $2,500,000, PURSUANT TO SECTION 2-764 (B) OF THE CITY’S PROCUREMENT CODE ENTITLED “CHANGE ORDERS AND CONTRACT MODIFICATIONS”. A motion was made by Commissioner Anderson, seconded by Commissioner Menendez, that this matter be adopted by Resolution Number 2022-290. The motion passed by the following vote. Yeas : 5- Commissioner Fors, Jr., Vice Mayor Mena, Commissioner Menendez, Commissioner Anderson and Mayor Lago City of Coral Gables Page 24 City Commission Meeting Minutes November 9, 2022 City Clerk Item No. 46 J. CITY ATTORNEY ITEMS RESOLUTION NO. 2022-291 J.-1. 22-4953 Update regarding the BID and discussion seeking direction from the City Commission. Attachments: R-2022-291 -Signed Verbatim Transcripts A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION PROVIDING A FINAL OPPORTUNITY TO THE BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT OF CORAL GABLES TO COMMIT TO EXECUTING CERTAIN EVENTS, FAILING WHICH THE EFFECTIVE DATE OF THE DISSOLUTION OF THE BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT OF CORAL GABLES SHALL BE MOVED TO NOVEMBER 18, 2022. [Note for the Record: The verbatim transcript for Agenda Item J-1 is available for public inspection in the Office of the City Clerk and in Legistar]. A motion was made by Vice Mayor Mena, seconded by Commissioner Anderson, that this matter be adopted by Resolution Number 2022-291. The motion passed by the following vote. Yeas : 4- Commissioner Menendez, Commissioner Anderson, Commissioner Fors, Jr. and Mayor Lago Absent : 1- Vice Mayor Mena City Clerk Item No. 47 K. CITY CLERK ITEMS None City Clerk Item No. 48 L. DISCUSSION ITEMS Mayor Lago: Do we have any final comments before we adjourn. Commissioner Menendez: I do. Thank you, Mayor. I have two images to put up on the screen. There’s the first one. As part of my Senior’s Movie Series that’s been a great success, we’ve gone from “Singing in the Rain” to “All the President’s Men.” A couple of months ago, I showed Mel Brooks “Young Frankenstein” and to my shock and surprise, the entire audience wanted that movie, “Blazing Saddles.” Mayor Lago: Love it. Commissioner Menendez: So “Blazing Saddles” is going to be shown at the Gables Art Cinema, Monday, November 28th, that’s the Monday after Thanksgiving, at 1 City of Coral Gables Page 25 City Commission Meeting Minutes November 9, 2022 pm, popcorn thanks to the Coral Gables Community Foundation. Its truly one of the most memorable, hilarious comedies of all time. With regards to the Seniors Movie Series, I’m happy to announce that we are in the process of renewing for Season 2. So, in 2023 we’ll be back to provide more movies for our residents 40 and older. And then for the next image, I’m happy to announce, there’s a second image at some point, but its alright, there it is. My family and I in tandem with the Actor’s Playhouse unveiling the Great Movie Ride Film Series, which is really geared to families and its in honor of those Block Buster movies we all grew up with that would have a line around the block, because back then there was only screen and there would be a line of people. So, I’m bringing back free to our residents on December 18th, the original “Star Wars,” Sunday the 18th at 5 pm. We go to “Raiders of the Lost Ark” in January, more modern but one of the largest block buster movies of all time; “Avengers Endgame” in April; “Back to the Future” in August, and most likely “Rocky” November 2023 at the Miracle Theater, thanks to the Actor’s Playhouse and its like you said earlier Mayor, folks are looking for ways coming out of the pandemic to enjoy life, enjoy community, be with their family, and we all are able to contribute and this is one way the city and our community can enjoy being together and enjoying life. Mayor Lago: Thank you. Commissioner Anderson. Commissioner Anderson: I don’t have a fancy poster for you, but just a reminder, Monday at 7 o’clock we have “2040” film at the Gables Cinema available. Reduced ticket price at $8.00, and we’ll have some discussion. It’s a hopeful film about all our efforts paying off, finally in “2040” for saving the environment. And for those of you who want to get in shape, there is the dolphin challenge coming up in February. You can get yourself in condition and get back on your bike and join the fun. Mayor Lago: We sponsor a team, my company every year and it’s a great cause, a great cause. Commissioner Fors. Commissioner Fors: I have nothing to add. Mayor Lago: Alright. Two quick things. Number one, everybody who went to go vote early or drove by the Youth Center was able to see, I’m not exaggerating, 100 to 150 signs throughout the Youth Center. I think we need to figure something out. I had a conversation with our City Attorney and City Manager. I don’t want to limit free speech, but again, all these signs are on city property, and I got a lot of phone calls from residents, I know you did too, telling me, hey listen, this is horrible. Its like a sign war. I’ve engaged in it too, I’m guilty, I’m at fault, but I think we need to figure something out and see what is permissible in regard to state preemption. So, Mr. Manager, I’d like to if you can find something out with the City Attorney and see what’s going on, because I’d like to, probably there are standards, especially with City of Coral Gables Page 26 City Commission Meeting Minutes November 9, 2022 early voting. I don’t have a problem with a handful of signs for candidate or two signs for candidates if there’s multiple entrances, but all these signs right in front of the Youth Center throughout the entire property is just, I think it’s a blight, in my opinion. City Manager Iglesias: We’ll look into it, Mayor. Mayor Lago: I don’t know how you guys feel, but. Commissioner Fors: Let me add something coming as just been a candidate and talking to other candidates about the sign war at the Youth Center. Most candidates, including myself would have preferred to not be allowed to do signs, because you are forced to go out there and engage in a sign war, because if you don’t, then the other person is going to do it. So, you are kind of forced to do it when both sides would rather cut a deal let’s not put up any signs at all. Mayor Lago: Been there done that. So, I’m with you. My second point is, there will not be a meeting at the end of this month. I want to wish everybody a Happy Thanksgiving, a moment of reflection, a moment to enjoy with your families, a moment to enjoy, to remember that we are blessed beyond measure. We are blessed to serve this great city. We live in the greatest country in the world, and we have so many blessings that spending that moment in community with your friends, your loved ones, just really understanding and reflecting on the fact that, you mentioned it before, my blessings are incalculable. I just want to say that really quickly. I also want to mention that Veteran’s Day is around the corner, an incredible and important day, not only for our city, but for this country, and I want to celebrate all the veterans that have served this great country through the decades, through the years and celebrate the fact that they chose a much more difficult path and in that path allowed for a lot of the freedoms that we take for granted, many times in our life. So Happy Veteran’s Day. With that being said, Mr. Manager, Mr. Clerk, Madam City Attorney, do you have anything else for the record? City Attorney Ramos: No Mayor. City Manager Iglesias: We have an Executive Session. Mayor Lago: Happy Holidays to all. Thank you. Meeting adjourned. City Clerk Item No. 49 City of Coral Gables Page 27 City Commission Meeting Minutes November 9, 2022 ADJOURNMENT [Note for the Record: There being no further business on the Regular City Commission Meeting Agenda. The Commission of the City of Coral Gables adjourned its meeting at 12:51 p.m. The next Regular Meeting of the City Commission has been scheduled for Tuesday, December 13, 2022, beginning 9 a.m.] BILLY Y. URQUIA CITY CLERK City of Coral Gables Page 28