City Council
Regular MeetingHialeah, FL · September 28, 2021
Minutes
Carlos Hernández Council Members
7 Mayor Katharine Cue-Fuente
OMB 0 Oscar De la Rosa
Jesus Tundidor Jacqueline Garcia-Roves
President Paul B. Hernandez
Carl Zogby
Monica Perez
Vice President
City Council Meeting
Minutes
September 28, 2021
7:00 p.m.
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1. CALL TO ORDER
A. REPORT: Council President Tundidor called the meeting to order at 7:31 p.m.
2. ROLL CALL
A. REPORT: Marbelys Fatjo, City Clerk, called the roll with the following Council Members present:
1. Council President Tundidor
2. Council Vice President Perez
3. Council Member Cue-Fuente
4. Council Member De la Rosa
5. Council Member Garcia-Roves
6. Council Member Zogby
B. REPORT: City Clerk, Marbelys Fatjo, called the roll with the following Council Members absent:
1. Council Member Hernandez
C. REPORT:
1. Mayor Carlos Hernandez was present
2. Lorena Bravo, City Attorney, was present.
3. Marbelys Fatjo, City Clerk, was present.
3. INVOCATION
A. REPORT: Marbelys Fatjo, City Clerk, led the invocation during the Charter School Oversight
Committee Meeting.
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4. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
A. Council Vice President Perez led the Pledge of Allegiance during the Charter School Oversight
Committee Meeting.
5. MEETING GUIDELINES
The following guidelines have been established by the City Council:
ALL LOBBYISTS MUST REGISTER WITH THE CITY CLERK
As a courtesy to others, please refrain from using cellular telephones or other similar
electronic devices in the Council Chamber.
A maximum of three (3) speakers in favor and three (3) speakers in opposition will be
allowed to address the Council on any one item. Each speaker’s comments will be
limited to three (3) minutes.
No signs or placards, in support of or in opposition to an item or speaker, shall be
permitted within the Council Chamber.
Any person, whether participating via the web platform, telephonic conferencing or
physical presence at City Hall, interested in making comments or posing questions
on matters of public concern or on any item on the agenda, may do so during the
meeting.
Members of the public may address the City Council on any item pertaining to City
business during the Comments and Questions portion of the meeting. A member of the
public is limited to one appearance before the City Council and the speaker’s
comments will be limited to three (3) minutes.
The public can view public meetings on the City’s Facebook page (@CityofHialeah).
Members of the public may hear the meeting live through telephonic conferencing
using any telephone or cellular phone service. A smart device or computer are not
necessary to participate in the meeting if you join by phone.
All persons participating via the web platform will be muted during the meeting
until called upon to be heard. Participation through Zoom requires a computer or
smart mobile device with a microphone and web camera. The participant may elect
to participate in the meeting using audio only or appear through both audio and
video. The video function of all participants appearing through video will be turned
off until called upon to be heard.
REPORT: Marbelys Fatjo, City Clerk, read the meeting guidelines into the record.
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6. PRESENTATIONS
A. REPORT: None.
7. COMMENTS AND QUESTIONS
A. REPORT: The Office of the City Clerk did not receive any email messages from persons
interested in making comments or posing questions on matters of public concern.
B. REPORT: No one expressed interested in making comments or posing questions on matters of
public concern registered with the Office of the City Clerk to participate live during the
Comments and Questions portion of the meeting using Zoom.
C. REPORT: No one in the meeting via Zoom expressed interest in making comments or posing
questions on matters of public concern during this portion of the meeting.
D. REPORT: The following two (2) individuals present in the Council Chambers expressed
interest in speaking during this portion of the meeting:
(1) Liz Garcia of the Hialeah Community Coalition, with a home address of 7410 North
Acosta Drive, Hialeah, Florida, spoke regarding “National Take Back Day” on October 23,
2021 and requested the involvement of the Hialeah Police Department in the event.
(2) Sergeant Pierce of the Florida National Guard, spoke regarding “National Take Back
Day”.
8. ANNOUNCEMENT OF AMENDMENTS/CORRECTIONS TO THE AGENDA
The expenditure amount of Consent Item BBB has been amended.
The account number for the expenditure of Consent Item NNN has been amended.
Consent Items GGGG, HHHH, IIII, JJJJ, KKKK and LLLL have been added to the agenda and a
copy have been placed on the dais for the City Council’s review.
The proposed ordinance for Administrative Item 10A has been updated and a copy has been placed
on the dais for the City Council’s review.
Administrative Items 10D and 10E are postponed until October 26, 2021.
Item FD 4 will be considered by the City Council on October 12, 2021 in accordance with the
minutes of the Planning and Zoning Board Meeting held on September 8, 2021.
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9. CONSENT AGENDA
All items listed u n d e r C o n s e n t A g e n d a with letter designations are considered routine and will be
enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a Council Member, the
Mayor or a resident so requests, in which case the item will be removed from the consent agenda and
considered along with the regular order of business.
REPORT: Council Member De la Rosa requested separate discussion on Consent Items G, N and
OO.
REPORT: Council President Tundidor requested separate discussion on Consent Item S.
REPORT: Motion to Approve the Consent Agenda, except Items G, N, S and OO made by
Council Member Cue-Fuente, and seconded by Council Member Zogby. Motion passes 6-0-1 with
Council Member Hernandez absent.
A. Request permission to approve the minutes of the City Council Meeting held on September 14, 2021.
(OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
B. Request permission to approve the minutes of the City Council Budget Meeting held on September 15,
2021.
(OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
C. Request from Home Depot Store No. 202, for a Christmas tree sales permit, with set up taking place on
Thursday, November 4, 2021, and take down on Sunday, December 26, 2021, and with sales from
Wednesday, November 24, 2021 through Tuesday, December 24, 2021, at Home Depot Store No. 202
located at 1590 West 49th Street, Hialeah, Florida, in accordance with the recommendations of the Fire
Department.
(OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
D. Request from Home Depot Store No. 6378, for a Christmas tree sales permit, with set up taking place on
Tuesday, November 9, 2021 and take down on Sunday, December 26, 2021, and with sales from Thursday,
November 24, 2021 through Friday, December 24, 2021, at Home Depot Store No. 6378 located at 950
Southeast 12th Street, Hialeah, Florida, in accordance with the recommendations of the Fire Department.
(OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
E. Request from Elite Tent Company, on behalf of Lowe’s Home Improvement Store No. 2254, for a Christmas
Tree Sales Permit, with set up taking place on Tuesday, October 12, 2021 and take down on Sunday,
December 26, 2021, and with sales commencing on Thursday, November 18, 2021 and ending on Saturday,
December 25, 2021, Lowe’s Home Improvement Store No. 2254 located at 1650 West 37th Street, Hialeah,
Florida, in accordance with recommendations of the Fire Department.
(OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
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F. Request permission to utilize a contract between Miami-Dade County and this vendor awarded pursuant to
Bid No. 9535-1/21-1 – Tools & Accessories- Pre-Qualification, effective through April 30, 2022, and issue a
purchase order to W.W. Grainger Inc., for the purchase of tools, parts and accessories during the 2022 fiscal
year, in a total cumulative amount not to exceed $45,000.00.
(FLEET MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
G. Request permission to utilize the contract awarded pursuant to Miami-Dade County Bid No. FB-00399 –
Purchase of Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and Original Equipment (OE) Parts and Services,
effective through February 28, 2023, and issue a purchase order to Rechtien International Trucks, Inc., for
the purchase of truck parts and accessories for City trucks during the 2022 fiscal year, in a total cumulative
amount not to exceed $95,000.00.
(FLEET MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
REPORT: Anibal Rioseco, Fleet Maintenance Director for the City of Hialeah, addressed the City
Council.
REPORT: Motion to Approve Consent Item G made by Council Member Zogby, and seconded
by Council Member Cue-Fuente. Motion passes 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
H. Request permission to waive competitive bidding, since it is advantageous to the City in that this vendor has
been doing business with the City for the past nineteen (19) years, and issue a purchase order to Milans
Machine Shop & Welding, Inc., for the services of welding and of fabricating obsolete parts, tools and
equipment during the 2022 fiscal year, in a total cumulative amount not to exceed $35,000.00.
(FLEET MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
I. Request permission to utilize State of Florida Contract No. 25172500-19-ACS - Tires, Tubes and Services,
effective through March 31, 2024, and issue a purchase order to Tiresoles of Broward, Inc., doing business as
Miami Tiresoles, for the purchase of tires, as well as for road call service for City vehicles during the 2022
fiscal year, in a total cumulative amount not to exceed $235,000.00.
(FLEET MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
J. Request permission to utilize the contract awarded pursuant to Miami-Dade County Bid No. FB-00399 –
Purchase of Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and Original Equipment (OE) Parts and Services,
effective through February 28, 2023, and issue a purchase order to Bachrodt FT LLC, doing business as
Palmetto Ford Miami, for the purchase of Ford and Sterling truck parts for City vehicles during the 2022
fiscal year, in a total cumulative amount not to exceed $50,000.00.
(FLEET MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
K. Request permission to utilize the contract awarded pursuant to Miami-Dade County Bid No. FB-00399 -
Purchase of Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and Original Equipment (OE) Parts and Services,
effective through February 28, 2023, and issue a purchase order to Pat’s Pump & Blower, L.L.C., for the
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purchase of water pump parts, as well as for service to the Aquatech sewer cleaner during the 2022 fiscal
year, in a total cumulative amount not to exceed $45,000.00.
(FLEET MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
L. Request permission to waive competitive bidding, since it is advantageous to the City in that this is an
authorized dealer and distributor for Chevrolet parts and services, and issue a purchase order to Lauderhill
Auto Investors I, LLC, doing business as Phil Smith Chevrolet, for the purchase of Chevrolet parts and
service during the 2022 fiscal year, in a total cumulative amount not to exceed $45,000.00.
(FLEET MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
M. Request permission to issue a purchase order to Rainbow Window Tinting, Inc., doing business as Rainbow
Emergency Equipment, sole source vendor of Federal Signal Corporation Emergency Products for the public
safety market in Miami-Dade County for all equipment used by city, state or federal agencies, for the
purchase of emergency equipment for City vehicles during the 2022 fiscal year, in a total cumulative amount
not to exceed $375,000.00.
(FLEET MAINTEANCE DEPARTMENT)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
N. Request permission to utilize the contract awarded pursuant to Miami-Dade County Bid No. FB-00399 –
Purchase of Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and Original Equipment (OE) Parts and Services,
effective through February 28, 2023, and issue a purchase order to KVP Enterprises, Inc., doing business as
Expert Diesel, for the purchase of parts for the City’s heavy equipment during the 2022 fiscal year, in a total
cumulative amount not to exceed $150,000.00.
(FLEET MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
REPORT: Motion to Approve Consent Item N made by Council Member De la Rosa, and
seconded by Council Member Garcia-Roves. Motion passes 6-0-1 with Council Member
Hernandez absent.
O. Request permission to utilize the contract awarded pursuant to Miami-Dade County Bid No. FB-00399 -
Purchase of Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and Original Equipment (OE) Parts and Services,
effective through February 28, 2023, and issue a purchase order to Electric Sales and Service, Inc., for the
purchase of starters and alternators for City trucks and vehicles during the 2022 fiscal year, in a total
cumulative amount not to exceed $25,000.00.
(FLEET MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
P. Request permission to utilize the contract awarded pursuant to Miami-Dade County Bid No. FB-00399 -
Purchase of Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and Original Equipment (OE) Parts and Services,
effective through February 28, 2023, and issue a purchase order to Environmental Products Group, Inc., for
the purchase of Elgin sweeper parts and service during the 2022 fiscal year, in a total cumulative amount not
to exceed $30,000.00.
(FLEET MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
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Q. Request permission to utilize the contract awarded pursuant to Miami-Dade County Bid No. FB-01140 –
Tire Purchase and Related Services, effective through July 31, 2024, and issue a purchase order to Fedan
Corp., doing business as Fedan Tire Co., for the purchase of recap and foam filled tires for City vehicles
during the 2022 fiscal year, in a total cumulative amount not to exceed $75,000.00.
(FLEET MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
R. Request permission to utilize the contract awarded pursuant to Miami-Dade County Bid No. FB-00399 -
Purchase of Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and Original Equipment (OE) Parts and Services,
effective through February 28, 2023, and issue a purchase order to Florida Transportation Systems, Inc., for
the purchase of automotive parts and accessories for City buses during the 2022 fiscal year, in a total
cumulative amount not to exceed $115,000.00.
(FLEET MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
S. Request permission to waive competitive bidding, since it is advantageous to the City in that this vendor has
been servicing the City during the past twelve (12) years and has been responsive, and issue a purchase order
to Jorge L Leon Car Wash Inc, for the service of washing City vehicles during the 2022 fiscal year, in a total
cumulative amount not to exceed $60,000.00.
(FLEET MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
REPORT: Anibal Rioseco, Fleet Maintenance Director for the City of Hialeah, addressed the City
Council.
REPORT: Motion to Approve Consent Item S made by Council Member Garcia-Roves, and
seconded by Council Member Zogby. Motion passes 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez
absent.
T. Request permission to waive competitive bidding, since it is advantageous to the City in that this vendor has
been servicing the City during the past twelve (12) years and has been responsive, and issue a purchase order
to Jorge L Leon Car Wash Inc, for the service of washing City buses during the 2022 fiscal year, in a total
cumulative amount not to exceed $40,000.00.
(FLEET MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
U. Request permission to waive competitive bidding, since it is advantageous to the City, and issue a purchase
order to Miami Lakes AM, LLC, doing business as Miami Lakes Chevrolet, for the purchase of Chevrolet
parts and accessories for City vehicles during the 2022 fiscal year, in a total cumulative amount not to exceed
$40,000.00.
(FLEET MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
V. Request permission to utilize the contract awarded pursuant to Miami-Dade County Bid No. RTQ –00676 -
Gasoline and Diesel, effective through October 31, 2023, and issue a purchase order to Mansfield Oil
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Company of Gainesville, Inc., since it is advantageous to the City, for the purchase of gas and diesel for City
vehicles and equipment during the 2022 fiscal year, in a total cumulative amount not to exceed $930,000.00.
(FLEET MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
W. Request permission to waive competitive bidding, since it advantageous to the City, and issue a purchase
order to Trimline Graphics International, Inc., vendor providing the lowest quotation, for the purchase and
installation of decals for City vehicles during the 2022 fiscal year, in a total cumulative amount not to exceed
$60,000.00.
(FLEET MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
X. Request permission to utilize the contract awarded pursuant to Miami-Dade County Bid No. FB-00399 –
Purchase of Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and Original Equipment (OE) Parts and Services,
effective through February 28, 2023, and issue a purchase order to Total Truck Parts, Inc., for the purchase
of aftermarket Original Equipment Manufacturer parts for City trucks and buses during the 2022 fiscal year,
in a total cumulative amount not to exceed $85,000.00.
(FLEET MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
Y. Request permission to utilize State of Florida Contract No. 25172500-2-WSCA-15-ACS - Tires, Tubes and
Services, effective through March 31, 2024, and issue a purchase order to The Goodyear Tire & Rubber
Company, for the purchase of new tires for City vehicles during the 2022 fiscal year, in a total cumulative
amount not to exceed $245,000.00.
(FLEET MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
Z. Request permission to utilize the contract awarded pursuant to Miami-Dade County Bid No. RTQ-01063 –
Fire Rescue Equipment & Accessories - Preq, effective through May 31, 2024, and issue a purchase order to
Ten-8 Fire Safety LLC, doing business as Ten-8 Fire Equipment, for the purchase of emergency equipment
parts and accessories for City vehicles during the 2022 fiscal year, in a total cumulative amount not to exceed
$35,000.00.
(FLEET MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
AA. Request permission to waive competitive bidding, since it advantageous to the City in that this vendor
installed the City’s fuel management system, is the only vendor who has responded for service during an
emergency, and the City has been utilizing the vendor’s service for approximately twenty-one (21) years, and
issue a purchase order to Robert L. Hughes Company Incorporated, for repair and certification of the City’s
fuel stations during the 2022 fiscal year, in a total cumulative amount not to exceed $30,000.00.
(FLEET MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
BB. Request permission to utilize State of Florida Contract No. 22100000-21-STC – Construction and Industrial
Equipment, effective through June 30, 2024, and issue a purchase order to Ring Power Corporation, for the
purchase of heavy-duty equipment parts and service during the 2022 fiscal year, in a total cumulative amount
not to exceed $40,000.00.
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(FLEET MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
CC. Request permission to utilize the contract awarded pursuant to Miami Dade County Bid No. 8318-5/17-5 –
Petroleum Products - Prequalification, effective through December 31, 2022, and issue a purchase order to
Urbieta Oil, Inc., for the purchase of fuel for City vehicles during the 2022 fiscal year, in a total cumulative
amount not to exceed $1,200,000.00.
(FLEET MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
DD. Request permission to utilize the contract awarded pursuant to Miami-Dade County Bid No. 8318-5/17-5 –
Petroleum Products - Prequalification, effective through December 31, 2022, and issue a purchase order to
Tropic Oil Company LLC, for the purchase of oil and lubricants for City vehicles during the 2022 fiscal year,
in a total cumulative amount not to exceed $115,000.00.
(FLEET MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
EE. Request permission to utilize the contract awarded pursuant to Miami-Dade County Bid No. FB-00399 -
Purchase of Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and Original Equipment (OE) Parts and Services,
effective through February 28, 2023, and issue a purchase order to TPH Holdings, LLC, doing business as
The Parts House, for the purchase of automotive parts and accessories for City vehicles during the 2022
fiscal year, in a total cumulative amount not to exceed $115,000.00.
(FLEET MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
FF. Request permission to waive competitive bidding, since it advantageous to the City, and issue a purchase
order to Hunt Incorporated, doing business as Thermo King of Miami, an authorized dealer of Thermo King
parts and service, to purchase air conditioner parts and service for City vehicles during the 2022 fiscal year,
in a total cumulative amount not to exceed $45,000.00.
(FLEET MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
GG. Request permission to utilize the contract awarded pursuant to Miami-Dade County Bid No. RTQ-01063 –
Fire Rescue Equipment & Accessories - Preq, effective through May 31, 2024, and issue a purchase order to
Hall-Mark Fire Apparatus, LLC, for the purchase of emergency equipment parts and accessories for City
vehicles during the 2022 fiscal year, in a total cumulative amount not to exceed $125,000.00.
(FLEET MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
HH. Request permission to waive competitive bidding, since it advantageous to the City, and issue a purchase
order to CSPI, Inc., an authorized local distributor, for the purchase of Cummins equipment parts and
accessories for City trucks during the 2022 fiscal year, in a total cumulative amount not to exceed
$50,000.00.
(FLEET MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
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II. Request permission to utilize the contract awarded pursuant to Miami-Dade County Bid No. FB-00399 -
Purchase of Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and Original Equipment (OE) Parts and Services,
effective through February 28, 2023, and issue a purchase order to IEH Auto Parts LLC, doing business as
Auto Plus Auto Parts, for the purchase of Ford and AC Delco parts during the 2022 fiscal year, in a total
cumulative amount not to exceed $135,000.00.
(FLEET MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
JJ. Request permission to waive competitive bidding, since it is advantageous to the City in that this is the only
body shop located in the City able to repair the City’s heavy equipment, and issue a purchase order to Tio &
Sobrino Collision Works Inc., doing business as T & S Collision Center during the 2022 fiscal year, for the
repair of big equipment, in a total cumulative amount not to exceed $35,000.00.
(FLEET MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
KK. Request permission to waive competitive bidding, since it is advantageous to the City, and issue a purchase
order to Power Depot, Inc., an authorized dealer and distributor of Kohler generator parts and service, for the
purchase of Kohler generator parts and service during the 2022 fiscal year, in a total cumulative amount not
to exceed $30,000.00.
(FLEET MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
LL. Request permission to issue a purchase order to Arrow International LLC, sole source vendor, for the
purchase of medical supplies and equipment, which includes EZ-IO Drills, IO Needles, Stabilizers, AirTraq
Video Laryngoscope Camera and Intubation Blades, in a total cumulative amount not to exceed $20,000.00.
(FIRE DEPARTMENT)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
MM. Request permission to issue a purchase order to Inphynet Contracting Services, LLC, for emergency medical
services provided by Dr. Fredrick Keroff, including medical consulting, training, and advisory services to the
Hialeah Fire Department during fiscal year 2022, in a total cumulative amount not exceed $60,000.00 for
year five of a five-year contract. The City and this vendor entered into a Professional Services Agreement for
a period ending on September 30, 2022.
(FIRE DEPARTMENT)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
NN. Proposed resolution approving the Library’s Long Range Plan 2021-2024 and Annual Plan of Service for
fiscal year 2021-2022 for submittal to the State Library of the State of Florida in order to maintain eligibility
as a recipient of state and federal funds.
(LIBRARY)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
RESOLUTION NO. 2021-128
OO. Proposed resolution authorizing the application for, and the acceptance of, a State Aid to Libraries Operating
Grant from the Florida Department of State, Division of Library and Information Services, for the fiscal year
2021-2022, in an amount based on City library’s operating expenses for fiscal year 2019-2020 and further
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authorizing the Mayor and the City Clerk, as attesting witness, on behalf of the City, to enter into a State Aid
to Libraries Grant Agreement.
(LIBRARY)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
RESOLUTION NO. 2021-129
REPORT: Grisel Torralbas, Library Administrator for the City of Hialeah, addressed the City
Council via Zoom.
REPORT: Motion to Approve Consent Item OO made by Council Member Cue-Fuente, and
seconded by Council Member Garcia-Roves. Motion passes 6-0-1 with Council Member
Hernandez absent.
PP. Request permission to waive competitive bidding since it advantageous to the City, and increase Purchase
Order No. 2021-2243, issued to Best Garage Door Company LLC, for the repair and maintenance of all
overhead garage doors and gates on an as needed basis, by an additional amount of $1,200.00, for a total
cumulative expense amount not to exceed $2,200.00.
(PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
QQ. Request permission to utilize University of California Contract No. 2020002299 – Janitorial Supplies &
Equipment, effective through May 31, 2027, contract which is part of Omnia Partners, the largest
cooperative purchasing organization for the public sector offering a large portfolio of competitively bid
contracts which the City of Hialeah is registered to utilize, and issue a purchase order to The Home Depot
Pro Institution, for the purchase of janitorial supplies and equipment when needed, in a total cumulative
amount not to exceed $150,000.00 to be allocated through various City departments.
(PURCHASING DIVISION)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
RR. Request permission to utilize Maricopa County, Arizona Contract No. 16154-RFP – Maintenance, Repair,
Operating, Industrial Supplies and Related Products, effective through December 31, 2021, contract which
is part of Omnia Partners, the largest cooperative purchasing organization for the public sector offering a
large portfolio of competitively bid contracts which the City of Hialeah is registered to utilize, and issue a
purchase order to Home Depot, for the purchase of maintenance, repair and operating supplies, as well as
paint supplies when needed during fiscal year 2022, in a total cumulative amount not to exceed $100,000.00
to be allocated through various City departments.
(PURCHASING DIVISION)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
SS. Request permission to utilize Tuscan, State of Arizona, RFP No. 192163 – Maintenance Repair, Operating,
Industrial Supplies and Related Products, effective through December 31, 2022, contract which is part of
Omnia Partners, the largest cooperative purchasing organization for the public sector offering a large
portfolio of competitively bid contracts, which the City of Hialeah is registered to utilize, and issue a
purchase order to W.W. Grainger Inc., for the purchase of maintenance, repair and operating supplies as
needed for fiscal year 2022, in a total cumulative amount not to exceed $80,000.00 to be allocated through
various City departments.
(PURCHASING DIVISION)
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APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
TT. Request permission to utilize Region 4 Education Service Center of State of Texas RFP No. 19-20 –
Maintenance Repair, Operating, Industrial Supplies and Related Services, effective through March 31, 2023,
contract which is part of Omnia Partners, the largest cooperative purchasing organization for the public
sector offering a large portfolio of competitively bid contracts which the City of Hialeah is registered to
utilize, and issue a purchase order to Fastenal Company, for the purchase of maintenance repair, operating,
industrial supplies (MRO) as needed during fiscal year 2022, in a total cumulative amount not to exceed
$20,000.00 to be allocated through various City departments.
(PURCHASING DIVISION)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
UU. Request permission to utilize Prince William County Public Schools Contract No. R-TC-17006, effective
through January 18, 2022, contract which is part of Omnia Partners, the largest cooperative purchasing
organization for the public sector offering a large portfolio of competitively bid contracts which the City of
Hialeah is registered to utilize, and issue a purchase order to Amazon Services, LLC, for the purchase of
information technology related equipment and services during fiscal year 2022, in a total cumulative amount
not to exceed $65,000.00 to be allocated through various City departments.
(PURCHASING DIVISION)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
VV. Request permission to utilize Prince William County Public Schools Contract No. R-TC-17006, effective
through January 18, 2022, contract which is part of Omnia Partners, the largest cooperative purchasing
organization for the public sector offering a large portfolio of competitively bid contracts, which the City of
Hialeah is registered to utilize, and issue a purchase order to Amazon Services, LLC, for the purchase of
office and general products and services during fiscal year 2022, in a total cumulative amount not to exceed
$120,000.00 to be allocated through various City departments.
(PURCHASING DIVISION)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
WW. Request permission to utilize the Region 4 Education Service Center of the State of Texas Contract No.
R201101 – Athletic, Physical Education Supplies, and Team Uniforms, effective through September 30
2023, contract which is part of Omnia Partners, the largest cooperative purchasing organization for the public
sector offering a large portfolio of competitively bid contracts which the City of Hialeah is registered to
utilize, and issue a purchase order to BSN Sports, LLC, for the purchase of athletic and physical education
supplies, as well as team uniforms when needed during fiscal year 2022, in a total cumulative amount not to
exceed $20,000.00 to be allocated through various City departments.
(PURCHASING DIVISION)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
XX. Request permission to utilize City of Tamarac Contract No. 19-12R – Office Supplies, Products and Related
Services, effective through October 13, 2023, contract which is part of Omnia Partners, the largest
cooperative purchasing organization for the public sector offering a large portfolio of competitively bid
contracts, which the City of Hialeah is registered to utilize, and issue a purchase order to Office Depot, Inc.,
to purchase office supplies during fiscal year 2022, in a total cumulative amount not to exceed $140,000.00
to be allocated through various City departments.
(PURCHASING DIVISION)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
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YY. Request permission to utilize City of Rochester Hills, Michigan RFP-18-014 – Groundskeeping Materials-
Fertilizer, Pesticide, Herbicide, Grass Seed and Related Items, effective through November 30, 2023,
contract which is part of Omnia Partners, the largest cooperative purchasing organization for the public
sector offering a large portfolio of competitively bid contracts, which the City of Hialeah is registered to
utilize, and issue a purchase order to Harrell’s, LLC, for the purchase of grounds keeping materials as needed
during fiscal year 2022, in a total cumulative amount not to exceed $25,000.00 to be allocated through
various City departments.
(PURCHASING DIVISION)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
ZZ. Request permission to issue a purchase order to Toshiba America Business Solutions, Inc., to pay for the
lease cost of the citywide copier, in the amount of $6,245.72 per month, in a total amount not to exceed
$31,228.60 for the last five (5) months of the lease, and further request permission to issue a second purchase
order to this vendor for black and white impressions and color impressions, with a cost of $0.0044 for black
and white impressions and $0.045 for color impressions, in a total amount not to exceed $15,000.00, for a
total cumulative expense amount not to exceed $46,228.60. On December 12, 2017, the City Council
approved for the City to enter into a lease agreement with this vendor for a four (4) year term ending on
January 31, 2022.
(PURCHASING DIVISION)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
AAA. Request permission to utilize State of Florida Contract No. 14111700-20-STC– Disposable Paper, effective
through November 30, 2025, and issue a purchase order to Cosgrove Enterprises, Inc., for disposable paper
as needed during fiscal year 2022, in a total cumulative amount not to exceed $25,000.00 to be allocated
through various City departments.
(PURCHASING DIVISION)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
BBB. Request permission to waive competitive bidding, since it advantageous to the City, and increase Purchase
Order No. 2021-1918, issued to Capitol Steel Structures, Inc., for the materials, equipment and labor required
to enclose the existing metal canopy for the new Police Shoot House and Training Facility, as a result of
having ten (10) metal panels stolen from the job site, by an additional amount of $9,685.50, to cover
additional labor, equipment and materials as a result of having ten (10) metal panels stolen from the job site,
for a total cumulative amount not to exceed $83,275.50.
(CONSTRUCTION AND MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
CCC. Request permission to waive competitive bidding, since it advantageous to the City in that this vendor has
extensive knowledge and history with City programs, and issue a purchase order to Lagvnes Software
Solutions LLC, for the continued support, maintenance, development, and modification of the core City
programs during fiscal year 2022, in a total cumulative amount not to exceed $50,000.00.
(INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
DDD. Request permission to issue a purchase order to Infor Public Sector, Inc., sole source vendor, for
maintenance and support services of the Police and Fire Computer Aided Dispatch and Records Management
Systems for fiscal year 2022, in a total cumulative amount not to exceed $346,787.76.
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(INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
EEE. Request permission to waive competitive bidding, since it is advantageous to the City in that this vendor is
currently providing services to the City, and issue a purchase order to the TotalCaption, LLC, vendor
providing the lowest quotation, for the closed captioning services provided during public meetings to be held
in fiscal year 2022, in a total cumulative amount not to exceed $45,000.00.
(INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
FFF. Request permission to utilize Suncom Contract No. DMS-1011-008A – Mobile Communication Services
(MCS), effective through January 10, 2022, and issue a purchase order to AT&T Mobility LLC, for
maintenance and support of MobileGuard during fiscal year 2022, in a total cumulative amount not to exceed
$20,000.00.
(INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
GGG. Request permission to utilize NASPO Value Point Contract No. 43220000-NASPO-19-ACS - Data
Communications Products and Services, effective through September 30, 2024, between the State Florida
Department of Management Services and this vendor, and issue a purchase order to PC Solutions &
Integration, Inc., to purchase equipment and services during fiscal year 2022, in a total cumulative amount
not to exceed $25,000.00 to be allocated through various City Departments.
(INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
HHH. Request permission to utilize NASPO Value Point Contract No. 43211500-WSCA-15-ACS - Computer
Equipment, Peripherals & Services, effective through July 31, 2022, between the State of Florida
Department of Management Services and this vendor, and issue a purchase order to Dell Marketing L.P., to
purchase equipment and services during fiscal year 2022, in a total cumulative amount not to exceed
$100,000.00 to be allocated through various City Departments.
(INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
III. Request permission to utilize NASPO Value Point Contract No. 43211500-WSCA-15-ACS- Computer
Equipment, Peripherals & Services, July 31, 2022, between the State of Florida Department of Management
Services and this vendor, and issue a purchase order to Lenovo (United States) Inc., to purchase equipment
and services during fiscal year 2022, in a total cumulative amount not to exceed $100,000.00 to be allocated
through various City Departments.
(INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
JJJ. Request permission to utilize City of Mesa, Arizona Contract No. 2018011– Information Technology
Solutions & Services, effective through August 8, 2023, contract which is part of Omnia Partners, the largest
cooperative purchasing organization for the public sector offering a large portfolio of competitively bid
contracts which the City of Hialeah is registered to utilize, and issue a purchase order to Shi International
Corp., to purchase Adobe Licensing during fiscal year 2022, in a total cumulative amount not to exceed
$40,000.00 to be allocated through various City departments.
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(INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
KKK. Request permission to issue a purchase order to VCS Tech Systems, LLC, for access control installation
and maintenance at all City facilities during fiscal year 2022, in a total cumulative amount not to exceed
$60,000.00. On August 24, 2021, the City Council awarded Hialeah Invitation to Bid No. 2020/21-
8500-36-024 – Access Control- Keri Systems Installation and Maintenance, to VCS Tech Systems,
LLC, sole source responsive bidder.
(INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
LLL. Request permission to issue a purchase order to VCS Tech Systems, LLC, for burglar alarm monitoring
service, maintenance and equipment at all City facilities during fiscal year 2022, in a total cumulative
amount not to exceed $100,000.00. On April 13, 2021, the City Council awarded Hialeah Invitation to
Bid No. 2020-21-8500-36-004 – Burglar Alarm Monitoring Services, Maintenance and Equipment - to
VCS Tech Systems, LLC, sole responsive bidder.
(INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
MMM. Request permission to waive competitive bidding, since it is advantageous to the City in that this vendor is
the only Ford dealer located in the City, and issue a purchase order to Gus Machado Ford, Inc., for the
purchase of Ford and Motorcraft parts, accessories and service for the City’s fleet, in a total cumulative
amount not to exceed $75,000.00.
(FLEET & MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
NNN. Request permission to utilize Sourcewell Contract No. 010521-LTS-3 - Playground and Water Play
Equipment with Related Accessories and Services, effective through February 17, 2025, and issue a purchase
order to Miracle Recreation Equipment Company, for the purchase and installation of one (1) new shade
structure system for Babcock Park to be installed for the soon to be completed outdoor gym, in a total
cumulative amount not to exceed $23,510.71.
(DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
OOO. Request permission to waive competitive bidding, since it is advantageous to the City, and issue a purchase
order to Javy Ortiz Nursery, Inc, vendor providing the lowest quotation, for the landscaping enhancements to
McDonald Park, in a total cumulative amount not to exceed $25,202.00.
(DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
PPP. Request permission to waive competitive bidding, since it is advantageous to the City in that this vendor is
the original installer of the existing gates installed in the year 2005, and issue a purchase order to Oliver’s
Pools Inc., for the purchase and installation of new perpendicular I-bar gates at the Milander Aquatic Center
Pool, in a total cumulative amount not to exceed $5,425.00.
(DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION)
9/9/2022 1:04 PM
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
QQQ. Request permission to waive competitive bidding, since it is advantageous to the City, and increase Purchase
Order No. 2021-656, issued to Waste Connections of Florida, Inc., vendor currently providing these services
to the City, for the hauling and disposal of the remaining of C&D material stock piled in the maintenance
yard of the City’s Streets Department, by an additional amount of $15,000.00, for a new total cumulative
amount not to exceed $30,000.
(STREETS)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
RRR. Request permission to issue a purchase order to Metro Dade K-9, only local vendor that can provide the
service, for the EOP Canine Supervisor Training Course completed by the City’s K9 Supervisor on June 1,
2021, in a total cumulative amount not to exceed $13,500.00.
(POLICE DEPARTMENT)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
SSS. Request permission to utilize Minnesota Multistate Contracting Alliance for Pharmacy Contract No.
MMS24001, a competitively bid governmental contract, and issue a purchase order to Cardinal Health 110,
LLC, for the purchase of pharmaceuticals, vaccines, and medical supplies during fiscal year 2022, in a total
cumulative amount not to exceed $45,000.00.
(FIRE DEPARTMENT)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
TTT. Request permission to issue a purchase order to Image Trend, Inc., sole source vendor, for a Software
Licensing Agreement for Electronic Patient Care Reporting, in a total cumulative amount not exceed
$85,000.00.
(FIRE DEPARTMENT)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
UUU. Request permission to issue two purchase orders to Municipal Emergency Services, Inc., sole source vendor,
for the purchase of Target Solutions, an educational training website for fire fighters-paramedics and
dispatch, with the first purchase order being in the amount of $23,535.00 for Fire and the second purchase
order in the amount of $4,228.91 for Dispatch, for fiscal year 2022, in a total cumulative expense amount not
to exceed $27,763.91.
(FIRE DEPARTMENT)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
VVV. Request permission to issue a purchase order to American Battery Company, sole source vendor, for the
purchase of automotive batteries for City vehicles and trucks during fiscal year 2022, in a total cumulative
amount not to exceed $115,000.00.
(FLEET MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
WWW. Request permission to issue a purchase order to Commercial Energy Specialists, LLC, sole source vendor of
all the items needed to be purchased, for various and vital repairs to the City’s pool systems, including:
(1) A new BECSys7 controller for Milander Pool for $19,204.40,
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(2) A new River Strainer for McDonald pool for $15,537.21,
(3) A new river heater loop piping for McDonald Pool for $10,280.00,
(4) A new wave pool strainer and plumbing for McDonald Pool for $16,118.28,
(5) A new tot lot strainer for McDonald Pool for $19,602.99,
(6) New main pool valves for Babcock Park Pool for $2,550.00, and
(7) A new main pool discharge valve for Bucky Dent Pool for $5,020.00,
in addition to the cost of shipping for $1,113.74 during fiscal year 2022, in a total cumulative amount not to
exceed $89,426.62.
(DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
XXX. Request permission to utilize City of Miami Contract No. 781382(29) – Citywide Sidewalk Repair and
Replacement Services, effective through July 29, 2023, and issue a purchase order to G P E Engineering &
General Contractor Corp., for the removal and replacement of damaged sidewalks, curbs, and/or gutters
through the City on an as needed basis, in a total cumulative amount not to exceed $500,000.00 during fiscal
year 2022.
(STREETS)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
YYY. Request permission to increase a Purchase Order No. 2021-27, issued to Minnesota Life Insurance Company,
for the life insurance costs for employees and retirees who have elected medical coverage, by an additional
amount of $10,624.36, for a total cumulative amount not to exceed $197,624.36.
(RISK MANAGEMENT)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
ZZZ. Request permission to issue a purchase order to J. & M. Vera School Bus Services, Inc., vendor currently
under contract with the City through a Professional Service Agreement, for transportation services for the
City’s summer camps and special populations program, in a total cumulative amount not to exceed
$2,400.00.
(EDUCATION AND COMMUNITY SERVICE)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
AAAA. Report of Scrivener’s Error – On March 23, 2021, the City Council approved Consent Item E, approving
an expenditure sum of $35,250.00 to B&T USA, LLC, sole importer and seller of B&T AG Law
Enforcement products for the United States, for the purchase of fifteen (15) APC9 Pro Glock Lower
(full auto) rifles. The item was approved with the incorrect expenditure amount of $35,250.00, which does
not include the cost of shipping. The agenda item is being amended to reflect the correct total expenditure
amount of $35,516.84.
(POLICE DEPARTMENT)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
BBBB. Proposed resolution ratifying and approving the Memorandum of Understanding between the Fraternal
Order of Police Lodge No. 12 and the City of Hialeah providing an amendment to the Collective
Bargaining Agreement effective through September 30, 2021 pertaining to Article 23 (Promotional
Procedure), in particular, to change the date of the Police Sergeant examination.
(ADMINISTRATION)
9/9/2022 1:04 PM
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
RESOLUTION NO. 2021-130
CCCC. Proposed resolution amending Exhibit 1 of Resolution No. 2021-084 regarding the City of Hialeah Five
Year Consolidated Plan and Annual Action Plan for program year 2020 to award the City of Hialeah
Fire Department $700,000.00 for the purchase of fire equipment; authorizing the submission of the plan
amendment to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), upon the conclusion of
the mandatory public comment period; authorizing the Mayor, or his designee, Director of Grants and
Human Services Annette Quintana, on behalf of the City, to execute any and all documents necessary to
carry out the purpose of this resolution; authorizing the Grants and Human Services Director and the
Fire Chief to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding to allow the Fire Department to procure and
manage the grant funds; and providing for an effective date.
(GRANTS AND HUMAN SERVICES DEPARTMENT)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
RESOLUTION NO. 2021-131
DDDD. Proposed resolution authorizing the use of State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) Program funds
under the SHIP Safe Home Project in an amount not to exceed $100,000.00 to conduct residential
rehabilitation on the home of Magalia Ortiz, an approved strategy under the City’s Local Housing
Assistance Plan (LHAP); authorizing the Mayor and his designee, to execute any and all agreements in
furtherance of the project on behalf of the City, and providing for an effective date.
(GRANTS AND HUMAN SERVICES DEPARTMENT)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
RESOLUTION NO. 2021-132
EEEE. Proposed resolution waiving competitive bidding and authorizing the Mayor and the City Clerk, as
attesting witness, on behalf of the City to execute a Sub-recipient Grant Agreement between Citrus
Health Network, Inc. and the City of Hialeah, Florida, in substantial conformity with the agreement
attached hereto and made a part hereof as Exhibit “1”, to provide homeless assistance activities under
the City’s established Emergency Solutions Strategies including without limitation, homelessness
prevention, rapid re-housing, emergency shelter, and outreach, in the total amount of $240,558.00, for a
term commencing on January 1, 2021 through September 30, 2022; further authorizing the Mayor or his
designee to execute, amend, and submit any and all agreements and documents in furtherance thereof on
behalf of the City; and providing for an effective date.
(GRANTS AND HUMAN SERVICES DEPARTMENT)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
RESOLUTION NO. 2021-133
FFFF. Proposed resolution accepting a grant award from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban
Development (HUD) through the passing of the American Rescue Act ARP in the amount of $5,388,586
of Home Investment Partnership (HOME-ARP) funds, approving the use of HOME-ARP funds for
eligible activities pursuant to HUD Notice CPD 21-10 and the waivers and alternative requirements for
implementation of the HOME American Rescue Plan (HOME-ARP) Program issued in response to
economic injury, as a result of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) and to submit a substantial amendment to
the City’s 2021 program year Action Plan; further authorizing the Mayor, or his designee, Director of
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Grants and Human Services Annette Quintana, on behalf of the City, to execute all other necessary
documents in furtherance thereof.
(GRANTS AND HUMAN SERVICES DEPARTMENT)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
RESOLUTION NO. 2021-134
GGGG. Request from Haunted Events LLC, for a permit to host a Haunted House Event, with the event taking place
on Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday beginning on Wednesday, September 29, 2021 through Sunday,
October 31, 2021, at 1625 West 49th Street, Hialeah, Florida, in accordance with the recommendations of the
Fire Department.
(OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
HHHH. Request permission to waive competitive bidding, since it advantageous to the City in that the City has
purchased eight (8) cantilever shade systems from this vendor for the Bucky Dent Softball complex and in
order to avoid the structural integrity of the nearby light poles, additional work is required, and increase
Purchase Order No. 2021-1529, issued to Miracle Recreation Equipment Company, for additional work such
spray out footer locations, saw cut concrete, removal of debris, pump and finish eighteen (18) yards of
concrete, for a total cumulative expense amount not to exceed $137,360.56.
(PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
IIII. Proposed resolution approving a specific appropriation pursuant to Hialeah, Fla. Charter Section 3.08(d) in
the amount of $59,730.00 from the unassigned General Fund Balance to Affordable Housing Fund accounts
to purchase fire alarm replacement at Villa Luna described in the bid proposal dated September 9, 2021 from
G&R Electric, Corporation attached as Exhibit A; and providing for an effective date.
(CONSTRUCTION AND MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT )
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
RESOLUTION NO. 2021-135
JJJJ. Request permission to waive competitive bidding, since it advantageous to the City, and issue a purchase
order to CSC Arms, LLC, vendor providing the lowest quotation, for the purchase of seventy five (75) CSC
Arms TakeDown AR-Pistol-folding stock, 7.5” barrel, black cerakote color, mil-spec trigger, 1.8 twist, 300
B.O. round, 1 magazine, and thirty (30) lug quick connect suppressor adapter to barrel (twist and lock), in a
total cumulative amount not to exceed $144,000.00.
(POLICE DEPARTMENT)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
KKKK. Request permission to increase the retainer amount for Civitas, Inc., the City’s technical advisor as
approved by the City Council on September 22, 2020 (Resolution No. 2020-121), for additional
compliance guidance, technical assistance, and program management services due to a significant
increase in federal grant projects, by an additional amount of $20,000.00, for a total cumulative expense
amount not to exceed $145,000.00.
(DEPARTMENT OF GRANTS AND HUMAN SERVICES)
9/9/2022 1:04 PM
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
LLLL. Request permission to waive competitive bidding, since it is advantageous to the City in that this vendor has
been servicing the City during the past ten (10) years for the operation of the City’s transit buses, and extend
the existing contract for a period of one (1) year, and issue a purchase order to MV Contract Transportation,
Inc., for the operation of the City’s transit buses during the 2022 fiscal year, in a total cumulative amount not
to exceed $958,127.00.
(TRANSIT)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
10. ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS
10 A. Second reading and public hearing of proposed ordinance amending the Hialeah Code of Ordinances
Chapter 18, entitled “Businesses”, Article II- Carnivals, Shows and Exhibits, specifically amending §
18-29 “Permit; Operating Standards” increasing the time period for carnivals within the Hialeah Park
District (HPD) from thirty to sixty days and requiring City Council approval for carnivals lasting in
excess of 60 days up to 120 days subject to mitigation of impacts and implementation of public safety
measures; repealing all ordinances in conflict herewith; providing for penalties for violation hereof;
providing for a severability clause; providing for inclusion in the code and providing for an effective
date.
(ADMINISTRATION)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
ORDINANCE NO. 2021-093
On September 14, 2021, the City Council approved the item on first reading. Second reading and
public hearing is scheduled for September 28, 2021.
REPORT: Council President Tundidor opened the item for public participation and no one present in
the Council Chambers expressed interest in speaking during this portion of the meeting.
REPORT: Motion to Approve Item 10 A made by Council Member Cue-Fuente, and seconded by
Council Member Zogby. Motion passes 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
10 B. Second reading and public hearing of proposed ordinance amending Chapter 94 of the Code of
Ordinances of the City of Hialeah entitled “Water and Sewers”, and in particular, Hialeah Code § 94-
163 entitled “Water and Wastewater Payment in Lieu of Franchise Fees” to reduce the limits of the rate
scale from a minimum rate of 7.5% and a maximum rate of 10% to a new minimum rate of 3% and a
new maximum rate of 6%; repealing all ordinance or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith; providing
for inclusion in code; providing for severability clause and providing for an effective date.
(ADMINISTRATION)
(DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
ORDINANCE NO. 2021-094
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On September 14, 2021, the City Council approved the item on first reading. Second reading and
public hearing is scheduled for September 28, 2021.
REPORT: Council President Tundidor opened the item for public participation and no one present in
the Council Chambers expressed interest in speaking during this portion of the meeting.
REPORT: Armando Vidal, Director of the City’s Department of Public Works, spoke via Zoom.
REPORT: Motion to Approve Item 10 B made by Council Member Zogby, and seconded by
Council Member Cue-Fuente. Motion passes 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
10 C. First reading of proposed ordinance amending certain provisions of the City of Hialeah Code of
Ordinances related to impact fees, specifically Division 3 in Chapter 98, Article VIII entitled Fire
Rescue Impact Fee to provide uniformity and consistency in administration and procedures applicable to
impact fees pursuant to the City of Hialeah Consolidated Impact Fee Ordinance No. 2021-059 (June 22,
2021), effective October 22, 2021 and codified at Hialeah, Fla. Code §§98-2521 through 98-2584;
adopting an updated schedule of fire rescue impact fees and classifying uses of property subject to such
impact fees; providing for the use of fire rescue impact fee monies collected; providing for notice of the
updated schedule of fire rescue impact fees; providing for a savings clause; repealing all ordinances or
parts of ordinances in conflict herewith; providing penalties for violations hereof; providing for
severability; providing for inclusion in the code; and providing for an effective date.
(ADMINISTRATION)
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
REPORT: Motion to Approve Item 10 C made by Council Member Zogby, and seconded by
Council Member Cue-Fuente. Motion passes 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
REPORT: Second reading and public hearing is scheduled for October 12, 2021.
10 D. First reading of proposed ordinance amending Chapter 98 entitled “Zoning”, Article VI. “Supplementary
District Regulations”, Division 5. “Uses”, Subdivision XI “Home Offices” of the Code of Ordinances of
the City of Hialeah, and in particular, revising Section 98-2030 entitled “Home Offices”, to conform to
the recent enactment of Florida Statutes 559.955 permitting home-based businesses and limiting local
restrictions; repealing all ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith; providing for a
severability clause; providing penalties for violation hereof; providing for inclusion in the code; and
providing for an effective date.
(ADMINISTRATION)
POSTPONED UNTIL OCTOBER 26, 2021.
10 E. First reading of proposed ordinance amending Chapter 98 entitled “Zoning”, Article VI.
“Supplementary District Regulations”, Division 10. “Parking”, Section 98-2200 entitled “Parking
Commercial Vehicles, Recreational Vehicles, Boats or Vessels on Property Zoned Residential” of the
Code of Ordinances of the City of Hialeah and in particular, revising Section 98-2200 to conform to the
recent enactment of Florida Statutes 559.955 permitting home-based businesses and limiting local
restrictions to prohibit the parking, placement, storage or maintenance of industrial machinery or heavy
equipment or vehicles; repealing all ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith; providing
for a severability clause; providing penalties for violation hereof; providing for inclusion in the code;
and providing for an effective date.
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(ADMINISTRATION)
POSTPONED UNTIL OCTOBER 26, 2021.
11. BOARD APPOINTMENTS
A. REPORT: None.
12. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
A. REPORT: None.
13. NEW BUSINESS
A. REPORT: None.
14. ZONING
PLANNING AND ZONING
PZ 1. Second reading and public hearing of proposed ordinance amending Ordinance No. 2019-011
(February 12, 2019) replacing the proposed site plan and Declaration of Restrictive Covenants
previously proffered to provide for 323 residential units, where 216 units were originally approved.
Property located at 955 East 25 Street, Hialeah, zoned TOD (Transit Oriented Development
District). Repealing all ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith; providing penalties
for violation hereof; providing for a severability clause; and providing for an effective date.
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
ORDINANCE NO. 2021-095
On September 14, 2021, the City Council approved the item on first reading. Second reading and
public hearing is scheduled for September 28, 2021.
Registered Lobbyists: Jorge L. Navarro, Esq.,and Carlos L. Diaz, Esq., 333 SE 2nd Avenue, 44th
Floor, Miami, Florida, on behalf of Metro Parc Hialeah, LLC.
On August 25, 2021, the Planning and Zoning Board recommended approval of this item.
Planner’s Recommendation: Approval
Property Owner: Metro Parc Hialeah, LLC and Jenny A Ducret (Manager), 301 Almeria Avenue,
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Suite 330, Coral Gables, Florida 33134.
REPORT: Council President Tundidor opened the item for public participation and no one present in the
Council Chambers expressed interest in speaking during this portion of the meeting.
REPORT: Motion to Approve Item PZ 1 made by Council Member Garcia-Roves, and seconded by
Council Member Cue-Fuente. Motion passes 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
PZ 2. Second reading and public hearing of proposed ordinance amending Ordinance No. 2019-113
(December 10, 2019) replacing the proposed site plan and Declaration of Restrictive Covenants
previously proffered to provide for an 8-story/110 unit multifamily building, where a parking
garage and ground floor with retail uses was originally approved. Property located at 962, 972
and 980 East 26 Street, Hialeah, zoned TOD (Transit Oriented Development District).
Repealing all ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith; providing penalties for
violation hereof; providing for a severability clause; and providing for an effective date.
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
ORDINANCE NO. 2021-096
On September 14, 2021, the City Council approved the item on first reading. Second reading and
public hearing is scheduled for September 28, 2021.
Registered Lobbyists: Jorge L. Navarro, Esq.,and Carlos L. Diaz, Esq., 333 SE 2nd Avenue, 44th
Floor, Miami, Florida, on behalf of Metro Parc Hialeah, LLC.
On August 25, 2021, the Planning and Zoning Board recommended approval of this item.
Planner’s Recommendation: Approval
Property Owner: Metro Parc Hialeah, LLC and Jenny A Ducret (Manager), 301 Almeria Avenue,
Suite 330, Coral Gables, Florida 33134.
REPORT: Council President Tundidor opened the item for public participation and no one present in the
Council Chambers expressed interest in speaking during this portion of the meeting.
REPORT: Jorge Navarro, registered lobbyist, addressed the City Council.
REPORT: Motion to Approve Item PZ 2 made by Council Member De la Rosa, and seconded by
Council Member Cue-Fuente. Motion passes 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
PZ 3. Second reading and public hearing of proposed ordinance rezoning property from R-1 (One-
Family District) to B-1 (Highly Restricted Retail District); granting a variance permit to allow a
total building site area of 1,430 square feet, where 1,500 square feet is the minimum required; and
allow front setback of 10 feet, where 20 feet are required; all contract to Hialeah Code of
Ordinances §§ 98-928 and 98-929. Property located at 740 East 49 Street, Hialeah, zoned R-1
(One-Family District). Repealing all ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith;
providing penalties for violation hereof; providing for a severability clause; and providing for an
effective date.
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APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
ORDINANCE NO. 2021-097
On September 14, 2021, the City Council approved the item on first reading. Second reading and
public hearing is scheduled for September 28, 2021.
On August 25, 2021, the Planning and Zoning Board recommended approval of this item.
Planner’s Recommendation: Approval
Property Owner: Carmen Vilela and Sahilyn Reyes, 740 East 49 Street, Hialeah, Florida 33013.
REPORT: Council President Tundidor opened the item for public participation and no one present in the
Council Chambers expressed interest in speaking during this portion of the meeting.
REPORT: Motion to Approve Item PZ 3 made by Council Member Cue-Fuente, and seconded by
Council Member Zogby. Motion passes 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
REPORT: Council President Tundidor requested that item PZ 7 be considered by the City Council at
this time with no objection from the rest of the Council Members present.
PZ 4. Second reading and public hearing of proposed ordinance rezoning property from R-1 (One-
Family District) to R-3-3 (Multiple-Family District); granting a variance permit to allow front
setback of 12 feet, where 25 feet are required; allow street side setback of 7.2 feet, where 15 feet
are required; and allow total lot coverage of 32%, where 30% is the maximum allowed, all contra
to Hialeah Code of Ordinances §§98-589, 98-590 and 98-2056(b)(2). Property located at 2901
East 5 Avenue, zoned R-1 (One-Family District). Repealing all ordinances or parts of ordinances
in conflict herewith; providing penalties for violation hereof; providing for a severability clause;
and providing for an effective date.
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
ORDINANCE NO. 2021-098
On September 14, 2021, the City Council approved the item on first reading. Second reading and
public hearing is scheduled for September 28, 2021.
Registered Lobbyist: Ceasar Mestre, Esq., 8105 NW 155 Street, Miami Lakes, Florida 33016, on behalf
of Juan Baroso.
On August 25, 2021, the Planning and Zoning Board recommended approval of the item.
Planner’s Recommendation: Approve rezoning and variances as requested.
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Owner of the Property: Juan Baroso, 8005 NW 164 Terrace, Miami Lakes, Florida 33016.
REPORT: Council President Tundidor opened the item for public participation and no one present in the
Council Chambers expressed interest in speaking during this portion of the meeting.
REPORT: Motion to Approve Item PZ 4 made by Council Member Cue-Fuente, and seconded by
Council Member Garcia-Roves. Motion passes 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
PZ 5. Second reading and public hearing of proposed ordinance granting a variance permit to allow a
Temporary Waiver of Plat provided that the property will be platted within 18 months of the
approval of this ordinance. Property located at 10850 West 36 Avenue, Hialeah, zoned BDH
(Business Development District). Repealing all ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict
herewith; providing penalties for violation hereof; providing for a severability clause; and
providing for an effective date.
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
ORDINANCE NO. 2021-099
On September 14, 2021, the City Council approved the item on first reading. Second reading and
public hearing is scheduled for September 28, 2021.
On August 25, 2021, the Planning and Zoning Board recommended approval of the item.
Planner’s Recommendation: Approval of temporary waiver of plat for 18 months.
Owner of the Property: L. Michael Osman, Manager of Eruditional, LLC, 1474-A West 84th Street,
Hialeah, Florida 33014.
REPORT: Council President Tundidor opened the item for public participation and no one present in the
Council Chambers expressed interest in speaking during this portion of the meeting.
REPORT: Motion to Approve Item PZ 5 made by Council Member Zogby, and seconded by Council
Member Cue-Fuente. Motion passes 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
PZ 6. Second reading and public hearing of proposed ordinance rezoning property from R-1 (One-
Family District) to R-2 (One-and Two Family Residential District); granting a variance permit to
allow the construction of a duplex on a substandard lot with frontage of 60.02 feet, where 75 feet
are required; and allow lot coverage of 31.7% where 30% is the maximum allowed; all contra to
Hialeah Code of Ordinances §§98-544 and 98-2056(b)(2). Property located at 1480 West 37
Street, Hialeah, zoned R-1 (One-Family District). Repealing all ordinances or parts of
ordinances in conflict herewith; providing penalties for violation hereof; providing for a
severability clause; and providing for an effective date.
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
ORDINANCE NO. 2021-100
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On September 14, 2021, the City Council approved the item on first reading. Second reading and
public hearing is scheduled for September 28, 2021.
Registered Lobbyist: Manny Reus (architect), 18501 Pines Blvd, Suite 342, Pembroke Pines, Florida
33029, on behalf of Marcial Rodriguez.
On August 25, 2021, the Planning and Zoning Board recommended approval of the item.
Planner’s Recommendation: Approval as amended (remove the rear setback and reduce the lot
coverage requests). The following is recommended for approval: Rezoning from R-1 to R-2 and
variance permit to allow a duplex on a substandard lot with frontage of 60.02 feet, where 75 are
required and variance to allow 31.7% pervious area, where 30% is required.
Owner of the Property: Marcial Rodriguez, 2750 N. 73 Street, Hialeah, Florida 33016.
REPORT: Council President Tundidor opened the item for public participation and no one present in the
Council Chambers expressed interest in speaking during this portion of the meeting.
REPORT: Motion to Approve Item PZ 6 made by Council Member Zogby, and seconded by Council
Member Garcia-Roves. Motion passes 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
PZ 7. Second reading and public hearing of proposed ordinance granting a Special Use Permit (SUP) to
allow the expansion of the Neighborhood Business District overlay pursuant to Hialeah Code of
Ordinances § 98-1630.8; and granting a variance permit to allow single use, where mixed use is
required; allow 55% of the units with area of 600 square feet, where only 10% of the units may
have an area of 600 square feet; waive building mass requirement and setback requirements for the
tower and cap of the building; allow 196 parking spaces; where 342 parking spaces are required;
and allow pervious area of less than 30%, where 30% is the minimum required. Property located
at 150 East 1 Avenue, Hialeah, zoned CBD (Central Business District); contra to Hialeah Code
of Ordinances§§ 98-1630.1, 98-1630.2, 98-1630.3(c), 98-1630.3(e)(1) and (2), 98-2189(16)a., and
the City of Hialeah Landscape Manual date July 9, 2015, “Table A, Minimum Pervious Area,
CBD.” Repealing all ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith; providing penalties for
violation hereof; providing for a severability clause; and providing for an effective date.
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
ORDINANCE NO. 2021-101
On September 14, 2021, the City Council approved the item on first reading. Second reading and
public hearing is scheduled for September 28, 2021.
On September 8, 2021, the Planning and Zoning Board recommended approval of this item.
Planner’s Recommendation: Approval.
Property Owner: City of Hialeah, 501 Palm Avenue, Hialeah, Florida 33010
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REPORT: Council President Tundidor opened the item for public participation and no one present in the
Council Chambers expressed interest in speaking during this portion of the meeting.
REPORT: Motion to Approve Item PZ 7 made by Council Member Cue-Fuente, and seconded by
Council Member Zogby. Motion passes 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
PZ 8. First reading of proposed ordinance granting a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) to allow a K-2
Grade School with a maximum enrollment of 20 students, pursuant to Hialeah Code of Ordinances
§ 98-181. Property located at 4975 West 6 Avenue, Hialeah, zoned C-2 (Liberal Retail
Commercial District). Repealing all ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith;
providing penalties for violation hereof; providing for a severability clause; and providing for an
effective date.
APPROVED 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
Registered Lobbyist: Ceasar Mestre, Esq., 8105 NW 155 Street, Miami Lakes, Florida 33016, on
behalf of PLA Fine Arts Center #2, LLC.
On September 8, 2021, the Planning and Zoning Board recommended approval of this item.
Planner’s Recommendation: Approval.
Property Owner: Leslie Piciollo and Lazaro Piciollo 12785 SW 22 Street, Miramar, Florida 33027.
Palm Springs Mile Assoc. LTD., 419 West 49 Street, Hialeah, Florida Suite 300,
33012.
REPORT: Motion to Approve Item PZ 8 made by Council Member Zogby, and seconded by Council
Member Cue-Fuente. Motion passes 6-0-1 with Council Member Hernandez absent.
REPORT: Second reading and public hearing is scheduled for October 12, 2021.
REPORT: Council Member Cue-Fuente left the meeting at approximately 8:24 p.m.
PZ 9. First reading of proposed ordinance granting a Special Use Permit (SUP) to pursuant to the
Hialeah Code of Ordinances § 98-161, to allow the use of a prefabricated building on a property
zoned M-1 (Industrial District) for an extended period of time not exceeding 12 months from the
effective day of this ordinance, for a temporary sorting facility for the loading and unloading,
sorting and distribution of mail packages (extending the 12 month period previously granted by the
City of Hialeah, FL Ordinance 2020-067). Property located at 6001 East 8 Avenue, Hialeah,
zoned M-1 (Industrial District). Repealing all ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict
herewith; providing penalties for violation hereof; providing for a severability clause; and
providing for an effective date.
APPROVED AS AMENDED 4-0-3 with Council Member Hernandez and Council Member Cue
Fuente absent, and with Council Member De la Rosa away during the roll call for a vote.
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On September 8, 2021, the Planning and Zoning Board recommended approval of this item.
Planner’s Recommendation: Approval.
Property Owner: United Parcel Service, Inc.
REPORT: Debora Storch, Planning Official of the City of Hialeah, addressed the City Council via
Zoom.
REPORT: Rick Garcia, on behalf of UPS, 6001 East 8th Avenue, addressed the City Council via Zoom.
REPORT: Council President Tundidor requested that the application be amended to six (6) months.
REPORT: Motion to Approve Item PZ 9 as amended made by Council Vice President Perez, and
seconded by Council Member Garcia-Roves. Motion passes 4-0-3 with Council Member Cue-Fuente
and Council Member Hernandez absent, and with Council Member De la Rosa away during the roll
call for a vote. Council Member De la Rosa recorded his vote as “Yes” after the Motion to Approve
passed.
REPORT: Second reading and public hearing is scheduled for October 12, 2021.
PZ 10. First reading of proposed ordinance granting a variance permit to allow a rear setback of 12 feet,
where 20 feet are required, and to allow side setbacks of 5 feet, where 5.04 feet are required; and
allow 38.6% lot coverage, where 30% is the maximum allowed; all contra to Hialeah Code of
Ordinances §§ 98-501, 98-502 and 98-2056(b)(2). Property located at 6574 West 22 Court,
Hialeah, zoned R-3-5 (Multiple-Family District and Developed as R-1(One Family District)).
Repealing all ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith; providing penalties for
violation hereof; providing for a severability clause; and providing for an effective date.
APPROVED 4-0-3 with Council Member Cue Fuente and Council Member Hernandez absent,
and with Council Member De la Rosa away during the roll call for a vote.
On September 8, 2021, the Planning and Zoning Board recommended approval of this item.
Planner’s Recommendation: Approval.
Property Owner: Carlo I. Perez and Tania Perez, 6574 West 22 Court, Hialeah, Florida 33016
REPORT: Motion to Approve Item PZ 10 made by Council Member Zogby, and seconded by Council
Member Garcia-Roves. Motion passes 4-0-3 with Council Member Cue Fuente and Council Member
Hernandez absent, and with Council Member De la Rosa away during the roll call for a vote. Council
Member De la Rosa recorded his vote as “Yes” after the Motion to Approve passed.
REPORT: Second reading and public hearing is scheduled for October 12, 2021.
PZ 11. First reading of proposed ordinance granting a variance permit to allow an LED wall sign with a
single fixed image, outside the geographic area, where LED signs are not allowed; contra to
Hialeah Code of Ordinances § 7-12(b). Property located at 383 West 36 Terrace, Hialeah,
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zoned RO (Residential Office). Repealing all ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict
herewith; providing penalties for violation hereof; providing for a severability clause; and
providing for an effective date.
APPROVED 4-0-3 with Council Member Cue Fuente and Council Member Hernandez absent,
and with Council Member De la Rosa away during the roll call for a vote.
On September 8, 2021, the Planning and Zoning Board recommended approval of this item.
Planner’s Recommendation: Approval.
Property Owner: Figast Inc., P.O Box 560911, Miami, Florida.
REPORT: Debora Storch, Planning Official of the City of Hialeah, addressed the City Council via
Zoom.
REPORT: Motion to Approve Item PZ 11 made by Council Member Zogby, and seconded by Council
Member Garcia-Roves. Motion passes 4-0-3 with Council Member Cue Fuente and Council Member
Hernandez absent, and with Council Member De la Rosa away during the roll call for a vote. Council
Member De la Rosa recorded his vote as “Yes” after the Motion to Approve passed.
REPORT: Second reading and public hearing is scheduled for October 12, 2021.
PZ 12. First reading of proposed ordinance rezoning property from R-1 (One Family District) to P
(Parking District). Property located at 490 East 10 Street, Hialeah zoned R-1 (One Family
District) to allow for 26 parking spaces; repealing all ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict
herewith; providing penalties for violation hereof; providing for a severability clause; and
providing for an effective date.
APPROVED 4-0-3 with Council Member Cue Fuente and Council Member Hernandez absent,
and with Council Member De la Rosa away during the roll call for a vote.
Registered Lobbyist: Manny Reus, Architect, 18501 Pines Blvd, Pembroke Pines, Florida 33029,
on behalf of 490 Hialeah, LLC
On September 22, 2021, the Planning and Zoning Board recommended approval of this item.
Planner’s Recommendation: Approval.
Property Owner: Mitchel Sabina, 7767 NW 146th Street, Miami Lakes, Florida 33016.
REPORT: Debora Storch, Planning Official of the City of Hialeah, addressed the City Council via
Zoom.
REPORT: Motion to Approve Item PZ 12 made by Council Member Zogby, and seconded by Council
Member Garcia-Roves. Motion passes 4-0-3 with Council Member Cue Fuente and Council Member
Hernandez absent, and with Council Member De la Rosa away during the roll call for a vote. Council
Member De la Rosa recorded his vote as “Yes” after the Motion to Approve passed.
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REPORT: Second reading and public hearing is scheduled for October 12, 2021.
PZ 13. First reading of proposed ordinance granting a variance permit to allow west side setback of 5 feet,
where 7.5 are required; rear setback of 19 feet for main house, where 25 feet are required; allow
proposed lot coverage of 31.2% where 30% lot coverage is the maximum allowed for the
legalization of existing improvements and conversion of a single family house into a duplex; and
allow 21 feet rear yard depth from the rear east side of the main house to the front of a proposed
accessory building, where 25 feet are required; all contra to Hialeah Code of Ordinances §§ 98-
546, 98-547(a) and 98-2056(b)(2). Property located at 444 East 17 Street, Hialeah, zoned R-2
(One-and-Two Family Residential District). Repealing all ordinances or parts of ordinances in
conflict herewith; providing penalties for violation hereof; providing for a severability clause; and
providing for an effective date.
APPROVED 5-0-2 with Council Member Cue Fuente and Council Member Hernandez absent.
Registered Lobbyist: Anthony Bustamante, 770 Ponce De Leon Blvd, Suite 302B, Coral Gables
Florida, 33134, on behalf of Lazaro and Magaly Barroso.
On September 22, 2021, the Planning and Zoning Board recommended approval of this item.
Planner’s Recommendation: Approval.
Property Owner: Lazaro Barroso and Magaly Barroso, 444 East 17 Street, Hialeah, Florida
33010.
REPORT: Debora Storch, Planning Official of the City of Hialeah, addressed the City Council via Zoom.
REPORT: Motion to Approve Item PZ 13 made by Council Member Zogby, and seconded by Council
Member Garcia-Roves. Motion passes 5-0-2 with Council Member Cue Fuente and Council Member
Hernandez absent.
REPORT: Second reading and public hearing is scheduled for October 12, 2021.
PZ 14. First reading of proposed ordinance granting a variance permit to allow a Temporary Waiver of
Plat provided that the property will be platted within 18 months of the approval of this ordinance.
Property located at 3861 West 108 Street, Hialeah, zoned BDH (Business Development
District). Repealing all ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith; providing penalties
for violation hereof; providing for a severability clause; and providing for an effective date.
APPROVED 5-0-2 with Council Member Cue Fuente and Council Member Hernandez absent.
On September 22, 2021, the Planning and Zoning Board recommended approval of this item.
Planner’s Recommendation: Approval.
Property Owner: Publicly Traded Company
REPORT: Debora Storch, Planning Official of the City of Hialeah, addressed the City Council via
Zoom.
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REPORT: Motion to Approve Item PZ 14 made by Council Member Garcia-Roves, and seconded by
Council Member Zogby. Motion passes 5-0-2 with Council Member Cue Fuente and Council Member
Hernandez absent.
REPORT: Second reading and public hearing is scheduled for October 12, 2021.
15. FINAL DECISIONS
FD 1. Proposed resolution approving the Final Decision of the Planning and Zoning Board, Decision No.
2021-13 that granted an adjustment on the property located at 155 West 60 Street, Hialeah zoned
R-1 (One-Family District); and providing for an effective date.
APPROVED 5-0-2 with Council Member Cue Fuente and Council Member Hernandez absent.
RESOLUTION NO. 2021- 136
On August 25, 2021, the Planning and Zoning Board recommended approval of this item.
Planner’s Recommendation: Approve reduced setback and distance separation for a pergola to be
utilized for passive activities.
Property Owner: Yuniel Hernandez Ramos, 155 West 60th Street, Hialeah Florida 33012.
REPORT: Motion to Approve Item FD 1 made by Council Member Zogby, and seconded by Council
Member Garcia-Roves. Motion passes 5-0-2 with Council Member Cue Fuente and Council Member
Hernandez absent.
FD 2. Proposed resolution approving the Final Decision of the Planning and Zoning Board, Decision No.
2021-14 that granted an adjustment on the property located at 345 East 20 Street, Hialeah zoned
R-1 (One-Family District); and providing for an effective date.
APPROVED 5-0-2 with Council Member Cue Fuente and Council Member Hernandez absent.
RESOLUTION NO. 2021-137
On August 25, 2021, the Planning and Zoning Board recommended approval of this item.
Planner’s Recommendation: Approval
Property Owner: Maria Quevedo, 345 East 20th Street, Hialeah, Florida 33010.
REPORT: Debora Storch, Planning Official of the City of Hialeah, addressed the City Council via Zoom.
REPORT: Motion to Approve Item FD 2 made by Council Member Zogby, and seconded by Council
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Member Garcia-Roves. Motion passes 5-0-2 with Council Member Cue Fuente and Council Member
Hernandez absent.
FD 3. Proposed resolution approving the Final Decision of the Planning and Zoning Board, Decision No.
2021-15 that granted an adjustment on the property located at 864 West 72 Street, Hialeah zoned
R-1 (One-Family District); and providing for an effective date.
APPROVED 5-0-2 with Council Member Cue Fuente and Council Member Hernandez absent.
RESOLUTION NO. 2021-138
On August 25, 2021, the Planning and Zoning Board recommended approval of this item with the
condition that the legalization is completed within 18 months and the accessory building is
exclusively used for storage and will not include plumbing.
Planner’s Recommendation: Approved with conditions.
Property Owner: Vanessa L. Alvarado and Jose A. Alvarado, 864 West 72nd Street, Hialeah,
Florida 33014
REPORT: Motion to Approve Item FD 3 made by Council Member Zogby, and seconded by Council
Member Garcia-Roves. Motion passes 5-0-2 with Council Member Cue Fuente and Council Member
Hernandez absent.
FD 4. Proposed resolution approving the Final Decision of the Planning and Zoning Board, Decision No.
2021-16 that granted an adjustment on the property located at 5891 East 6 Avenue, Hialeah, zoned
R-1 (One-Family District); and providing for an effective date.
On September 8, 2021, the Planning and Zoning Board recommended approval of this item with the
condition that the terrace remains open on 3 sides and all the required legalizations is completed
within 180 days.
Planner’s Recommendation: Approve with conditions.
Property Owner: Yusimi Cintra, 5891 East 6th Avenue, Hialeah, Florida 33013
REPORT: Council President Tundidor adjourned the meeting at 8:47 p.m.
NEXT CHARTER SCHOOL OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE MEETING: Tuesday, December 14, 2021 at
6:30 p.m.
NEXT CITY COUNCIL MEETING: Tuesday, October 12, 2021 at 7:00 p.m.
SECOND BUDGET HEARING: Wednesday, September 29, 2021 at 7:00 p.m.
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Agenda
Carlos Hernández Council Members
7 Mayor Katharine Cue-Fuente
OMB 0 Oscar De la Rosa
Jesus Tundidor Jacqueline Garcia-Roves
President Paul B. Hernandez
Carl Zogby
Monica Perez
Vice President
City Council Meeting
Agenda
September 28, 2021
7:00 p.m.
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1. CALL TO ORDER
2. ROLL CALL
3. INVOCATION
4. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
A. The Pledge of Allegiance to be led by Council Member Zogby.
5. MEETING GUIDELINES
The following guidelines have been established by the City Council:
ALL LOBBYISTS MUST REGISTER WITH THE CITY CLERK
As a courtesy to others, please refrain from using cellular telephones or other similar
electronic devices in the Council Chamber.
A maximum of three (3) speakers in favor and three (3) speakers in opposition will be
allowed to address the Council on any one item. Each speaker’s comments will be
limited to three (3) minutes.
No signs or placards, in support of or in opposition to an item or speaker, shall be
permitted within the Council Chamber.
Any person, whether participating via the web platform, telephonic conferencing or
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physical presence at City Hall, interested in making comments or posing questions
on matters of public concern or on any item on the agenda, may do so during the
meeting.
Members of the public may address the City Council on any item pertaining to City
business during the Comments and Questions portion of the meeting. A member of the
public is limited to one appearance before the City Council and the speaker’s
comments will be limited to three (3) minutes.
The public can view public meetings on the City’s Facebook page (@CityofHialeah).
Members of the public may hear the meeting live through telephonic conferencing using any
telephone or cellular phone service. A smart device or computer are not necessary to
participate in the meeting if you join by phone.
All persons participating via the web platform will be muted during the meeting until called
upon to be heard. Participation through Zoom requires a computer or smart mobile device
with a microphone and web camera. The participant may elect to participate in the meeting
using audio only or appear through both audio and video. The video function of all
participants appearing through video will be turned off until called upon to be heard.
6. PRESENTATIONS
7. COMMENTS AND QUESTIONS
8. ANNOUNCEMENT OF AMENDMENTS/CORRECTIONS TO THE AGENDA
9. CONSENT AGENDA
All items listed u n d e r C o n s e n t A g e n d a with letter designations are considered routine and will be
enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a Council Member, the
Mayor or a resident so requests, in which case the item will be removed from the consent agenda and
considered along with the regular order of business.
A. Request permission to approve the minutes of the City Council Meeting held on September 14, 2021.
(OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK)
B. Request permission to approve the minutes of the City Council Budget Meeting held on September 15,
2021.
(OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK)
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C. Request from Home Depot Store No. 202, for a Christmas tree sales permit, with set up taking place on
Thursday, November 4, 2021, and take down on Sunday, December 26, 2021, and with sales from
Wednesday, November 24, 2021 through Tuesday, December 24, 2021, at Home Depot Store No. 202
located at 1590 West 49th Street, Hialeah, Florida, in accordance with the recommendations of the Fire
Department.
(OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK)
D. Request from Home Depot Store No. 6378, for a Christmas tree sales permit, with set up taking place on
Tuesday, November 9, 2021 and take down on Sunday, December 26, 2021, and with sales from Thursday,
November 24, 2021 through Friday, December 24, 2021, at Home Depot Store No. 6378 located at 950
Southeast 12th Street, Hialeah, Florida, in accordance with the recommendations of the Fire Department.
(OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK)
E. Request from Elite Tent Company, on behalf of Lowe’s Home Improvement Store No. 2254, for a Christmas
Tree Sales Permit, with set up taking place on Tuesday, October 12, 2021 and take down on Sunday,
December 26, 2021, and with sales commencing on Thursday, November 18, 2021 and ending on Saturday,
December 25, 2021, Lowe’s Home Improvement Store No. 2254 located at 1650 West 37th Street, Hialeah,
Florida, in accordance with recommendations of the Fire Department.
(OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK)
F. Request permission to utilize a contract between Miami-Dade County and this vendor awarded pursuant to
Bid No. 9535-1/21-1 – Tools & Accessories- Pre-Qualification, effective through April 30, 2022, and issue a
purchase order to W.W. Grainger Inc., for the purchase of tools, parts and accessories during the 2022 fiscal
year, in a total cumulative amount not to exceed $45,000.00.
(FLEET MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT)
G. Request permission to utilize the contract awarded pursuant to Miami-Dade County Bid No. FB-00399 –
Purchase of Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and Original Equipment (OE) Parts and Services,
effective through February 28, 2023, and issue a purchase order to Rechtien International Trucks, Inc., for
the purchase of truck parts and accessories for City trucks during the 2022 fiscal year, in a total cumulative
amount not to exceed $95,000.00.
(FLEET MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT)
H. Request permission to waive competitive bidding, since it is advantageous to the City in that this vendor has
been doing business with the City for the past nineteen (19) years, and issue a purchase order to Milans
Machine Shop & Welding, Inc., for the services of welding and of fabricating obsolete parts, tools and
equipment during the 2022 fiscal year, in a total cumulative amount not to exceed $35,000.00.
(FLEET MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT)
I. Request permission to utilize State of Florida Contract No. 25172500-19-ACS - Tires, Tubes and Services,
effective through March 31, 2024, and issue a purchase order to Tiresoles of Broward, Inc., doing business as
Miami Tiresoles, for the purchase of tires, as well as for road call service for City vehicles during the 2022
fiscal year, in a total cumulative amount not to exceed $235,000.00.
(FLEET MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT)
J. Request permission to utilize the contract awarded pursuant to Miami-Dade County Bid No. FB-00399 –
Purchase of Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and Original Equipment (OE) Parts and Services,
effective through February 28, 2023, and issue a purchase order to Bachrodt FT LLC, doing business as
Palmetto Ford Miami, for the purchase of Ford and Sterling truck parts for City vehicles during the 2022
fiscal year, in a total cumulative amount not to exceed $50,000.00.
(FLEET MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT)
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K. Request permission to utilize the contract awarded pursuant to Miami-Dade County Bid No. FB-00399 -
Purchase of Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and Original Equipment (OE) Parts and Services,
effective through February 28, 2023, and issue a purchase order to Pat’s Pump & Blower, L.L.C., for the
purchase of water pump parts, as well as for service to the Aquatech sewer cleaner during the 2022 fiscal
year, in a total cumulative amount not to exceed $45,000.00.
(FLEET MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT)
L. Request permission to waive competitive bidding, since it is advantageous to the City in that this is an
authorized dealer and distributor for Chevrolet parts and services, and issue a purchase order to Lauderhill
Auto Investors I, LLC, doing business as Phil Smith Chevrolet, for the purchase of Chevrolet parts and
service during the 2022 fiscal year, in a total cumulative amount not to exceed $45,000.00.
(FLEET MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT)
M. Request permission to issue a purchase order to Rainbow Window Tinting, Inc., doing business as Rainbow
Emergency Equipment, sole source vendor of Federal Signal Corporation Emergency Products for the public
safety market in Miami-Dade County for all equipment used by city, state or federal agencies, for the
purchase of emergency equipment for City vehicles during the 2022 fiscal year, in a total cumulative amount
not to exceed $375,000.00.
(FLEET MAINTEANCE DEPARTMENT)
N. Request permission to utilize the contract awarded pursuant to Miami-Dade County Bid No. FB-00399 –
Purchase of Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and Original Equipment (OE) Parts and Services,
effective through February 28, 2023, and issue a purchase order to KVP Enterprises, Inc., doing business as
Expert Diesel, for the purchase of parts for the City’s heavy equipment during the 2022 fiscal year, in a total
cumulative amount not to exceed $150,000.00.
(FLEET MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT)
O. Request permission to utilize the contract awarded pursuant to Miami-Dade County Bid No. FB-00399 -
Purchase of Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and Original Equipment (OE) Parts and Services,
effective through February 28, 2023, and issue a purchase order to Electric Sales and Service, Inc., for the
purchase of starters and alternators for City trucks and vehicles during the 2022 fiscal year, in a total
cumulative amount not to exceed $25,000.00.
(FLEET MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT)
P. Request permission to utilize the contract awarded pursuant to Miami-Dade County Bid No. FB-00399 -
Purchase of Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and Original Equipment (OE) Parts and Services,
effective through February 28, 2023, and issue a purchase order to Environmental Products Group, Inc., for
the purchase of Elgin sweeper parts and service during the 2022 fiscal year, in a total cumulative amount not
to exceed $30,000.00.
(FLEET MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT)
Q. Request permission to utilize the contract awarded pursuant to Miami-Dade County Bid No. FB-01140 –
Tire Purchase and Related Services, effective through July 31, 2024, and issue a purchase order to Fedan
Corp., doing business as Fedan Tire Co., for the purchase of recap and foam filled tires for City vehicles
during the 2022 fiscal year, in a total cumulative amount not to exceed $75,000.00.
(FLEET MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT)
R. Request permission to utilize the contract awarded pursuant to Miami-Dade County Bid No. FB-00399 -
Purchase of Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and Original Equipment (OE) Parts and Services,
effective through February 28, 2023, and issue a purchase order to Florida Transportation Systems, Inc., for
the purchase of automotive parts and accessories for City buses during the 2022 fiscal year, in a total
cumulative amount not to exceed $115,000.00.
(FLEET MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT)
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S. Request permission to waive competitive bidding, since it is advantageous to the City in that this vendor has
been servicing the City during the past twelve (12) years and has been responsive, and issue a purchase order
to Jorge L Leon Car Wash Inc, for the service of washing City vehicles during the 2022 fiscal year, in a total
cumulative amount not to exceed $60,000.00.
(FLEET MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT)
T. Request permission to waive competitive bidding, since it is advantageous to the City in that this vendor has
been servicing the City during the past twelve (12) years and has been responsive, and issue a purchase order
to Jorge L Leon Car Wash Inc, for the service of washing City buses during the 2022 fiscal year, in a total
cumulative amount not to exceed $40,000.00.
(FLEET MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT)
U. Request permission to waive competitive bidding, since it is advantageous to the City, and issue a purchase
order to Miami Lakes AM, LLC, doing business as Miami Lakes Chevrolet, for the purchase of Chevrolet
parts and accessories for City vehicles, during the 2022 fiscal year, in a total cumulative amount not to
exceed $40,000.00.
(FLEET MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT)
V. Request permission to utilize the contract awarded pursuant to Miami-Dade County Bid No. RTQ –00676 -
Gasoline and Diesel, effective through October 31, 2023, and issue a purchase order to Mansfield Oil
Company of Gainesville, Inc., since it is advantageous to the City, for the purchase of gas and diesel for City
vehicles and equipment during the 2022 fiscal year, in a total cumulative amount not to exceed $930,000.00.
(FLEET MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT)
W. Request permission to waive competitive bidding, since it advantageous to the City, and issue a purchase
order to Trimline Graphics International, Inc., vendor providing the lowest quotation, for the purchase and
installation of decals for City vehicles during the 2022 fiscal year, in a total cumulative amount not to exceed
$60,000.00.
(FLEET MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT)
X. Request permission to utilize the contract awarded pursuant to Miami-Dade County Bid No. FB-00399 –
Purchase of Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and Original Equipment (OE) Parts and Services,
effective through February 28, 2023, and issue a purchase order to Total Truck Parts, Inc., for the purchase
of aftermarket Original Equipment Manufacturer parts for City trucks and buses during the 2022 fiscal year,
in a total cumulative amount not to exceed $85,000.00.
(FLEET MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT)
Y. Request permission to utilize State of Florida Contract No. 25172500-2-WSCA-15-ACS - Tires, Tubes and
Services, effective through March 31, 2024, and issue a purchase order to The Goodyear Tire & Rubber
Company, for the purchase of new tires for City vehicles during the 2022 fiscal year, in a total cumulative
amount not to exceed $245,000.00.
(FLEET MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT)
Z. Request permission to utilize the contract awarded pursuant to Miami-Dade County Bid No. RTQ-01063 –
Fire Rescue Equipment & Accessories - Preq, effective through May 31, 2024, and issue a purchase order to
Ten-8 Fire Safety LLC, doing business as Ten-8 Fire Equipment, for the purchase of emergency equipment
parts and accessories for City vehicles during the 2022 fiscal year, in a total cumulative amount not to exceed
$35,000.00.
(FLEET MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT)
AA. Request permission to waive competitive bidding, since it advantageous to the City in that this vendor
installed the City’s fuel management system, is the only vendor who has responded for service during an
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emergency, and the City has been utilizing the vendor’s service for approximately twenty-one (21) years, and
issue a purchase order to Robert L. Hughes Company Incorporated, for repair and certification of the City’s
fuel stations during the 2022 fiscal year, in a total cumulative amount not to exceed $30,000.00.
(FLEET MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT)
BB. Request permission to utilize State of Florida Contract No. 22100000-21-STC – Construction and Industrial
Equipment, effective through June 30, 2024, and issue a purchase order to Ring Power Corporation, for the
purchase of heavy duty equipment parts and service during the 2022 fiscal year, in a total cumulative amount
not to exceed $40,000.00.
(FLEET MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT)
CC. Request permission to utilize the contract awarded pursuant to Miami Dade County Bid No. 8318-5/17-5 –
Petroleum Products - Prequalification, effective through December 31, 2022, and issue a purchase order to
Urbieta Oil, Inc., for the purchase of fuel for City vehicles during the 2022 fiscal year, in a total cumulative
amount not to exceed $1,200,000.00.
(FLEET MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT)
DD. Request permission to utilize the contract awarded pursuant to Miami-Dade County Bid No. 8318-5/17-5 –
Petroleum Products - Prequalification, effective through December 31, 2022, and issue a purchase order to
Tropic Oil Company LLC, for the purchase of oil and lubricants for City vehicles during the 2022 fiscal year,
in a total cumulative amount not to exceed $115,000.00.
(FLEET MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT)
EE. Request permission to utilize the contract awarded pursuant to Miami-Dade County Bid No. FB-00399 -
Purchase of Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and Original Equipment (OE) Parts and Services,
effective through February 28, 2023, and issue a purchase order to TPH Holdings, LLC, doing business as
The Parts House, for the purchase automotive parts and accessories for City vehicles during the 2022 fiscal
year, in a total cumulative amount not to exceed $115,000.00.
(FLEET MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT)
FF. Request permission to waive competitive bidding, since it advantageous to the City, and issue a purchase
order to Hunt Incorporated, doing business as Thermo King of Miami, an authorized dealer of Thermo King
parts and service, to purchase air conditioner parts and service for City vehicles during the 2022 fiscal year,
in a total cumulative amount not to exceed $45,000.00.
(FLEET MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT)
GG. Request permission to utilize the contract awarded pursuant to Miami-Dade County Bid No. RTQ-01063 –
Fire Rescue Equipment & Accessories - Preq, effective through May 31, 2024, and issue a purchase order to
Hall-Mark Fire Apparatus, LLC, for the purchase of emergency equipment parts and accessories for City
vehicles during the 2022 fiscal year, in a total cumulative amount not to exceed $125,000.00.
(FLEET MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT)
HH. Request permission to waive competitive bidding, since it advantageous to the City, and issue a purchase
order to CSPI, Inc., an authorized local distributor, for the purchase of Cummins equipment parts and
accessories for City trucks during the 2022 fiscal year, in a total cumulative amount not to exceed
$50,000.00.
(FLEET MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT)
II. Request permission to utilize the contract awarded pursuant to Miami-Dade County Bid No. FB-00399 -
Purchase of Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and Original Equipment (OE) Parts and Services,
effective through February 28, 2023, and issue a purchase order to IEH Auto Parts LLC, doing business as
Auto Plus Auto Parts, for the purchase of Ford and AC Delco parts during the 2022 fiscal year, in a total
cumulative amount not to exceed $135,000.00.
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(FLEET MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT)
JJ. Request permission to waive competitive bidding, since it is advantageous to the City in that this is the only
body shop located in the City able to repair the City’s heavy equipment, and issue a purchase order to Tio &
Sobrino Collision Works Inc., doing business as T & S Collision Center during the 2022 fiscal year, for the
repair of big equipment, in a total cumulative amount not to exceed $35,000.00.
(FLEET MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT)
KK. Request permission to waive competitive bidding, since it is advantageous to the City, and issue a purchase
order to Power Depot, Inc., an authorized dealer and distributor of Kohler generator parts and service, for the
purchase of Kohler generator parts and service during the 2022 fiscal year, in a total cumulative amount not
to exceed $30,000.00.
(FLEET MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT)
LL. Request permission to issue a purchase order to Arrow International LLC, sole source vendor, for the
purchase of medical supplies and equipment, which includes EZ-IO Drills, IO Needles, Stabilizers, AirTraq
Video Laryngoscope Camera and Intubation Blades, in a total cumulative amount not to exceed $20,000.00.
(FIRE DEPARTMENT)
MM. Request permission to issue a purchase order to Inphynet Contracting Services, LLC, for emergency medical
services provided by Dr. Fredrick Keroff, including medical consulting, training, and advisory services to the
Hialeah Fire Department during fiscal year 2022, in a total cumulative amount not exceed $60,000.00 for
year five of a five year contract. The City and this vendor entered into a Professional Services Agreement for
a period ending on September 30, 2022.
(FIRE DEPARTMENT)
NN. Proposed resolution approving the Library’s Long Range Plan 2021-2024 and Annual Plan of Service for
fiscal year 2021-2022 for submittal to the State Library of the State of Florida in order to maintain eligibility
as a recipient of state and federal funds.
(LIBRARY)
OO. Proposed resolution authorizing the application for, and the acceptance of, a State Aid to Libraries Operating
Grant from the Florida Department of State, Division of Library and Information Services, for the fiscal year
2021-2022, in an amount based on City library’s operating expenses for fiscal year 2019-2020 and further
authorizing the Mayor and the City Clerk, as attesting witness, on behalf of the City, to enter into a State Aid
to Libraries Grant Agreement.
(LIBRARY)
PP. Request permission to waive competitive bidding since it advantageous to the City, and increase Purchase
Order No. 2021-2243, issued to Best Garage Door Company LLC, for the repair and maintenance of all
overhead garage doors and gates on an as needed basis, by an additional amount of $1,200.00, for a total
cumulative expense amount not to exceed $2,200.00.
(PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT)
QQ. Request permission to utilize University of California Contract No. 2020002299 – Janitorial Supplies &
Equipment, effective through May 31, 2027, contract which is part of Omnia Partners, the largest
cooperative purchasing organization for the public sector offering a large portfolio of competitively bid
contracts which the City of Hialeah is registered to utilize, and issue a purchase order to The Home Depot
Pro Institution, for the purchase of janitorial supplies and equipment when needed, in a total cumulative
amount not to exceed $150,000.00 to be allocated through various City departments.
(PURCHASING DIVISION)
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RR. Request permission to utilize Maricopa County, Arizona Contract No. 16154-RFP – Maintenance, Repair,
Operating, Industrial Supplies and Related Products, effective through December 31, 2021, contract which
is part of Omnia Partners, the largest cooperative purchasing organization for the public sector offering a
large portfolio of competitively bid contracts which the City of Hialeah is registered to utilize, and issue a
purchase order to Home Depot, for the purchase of maintenance, repair and operating supplies, as well as
paint supplies when needed during fiscal year 2022, in a total cumulative amount not to exceed $100,000.00
to be allocated through various City departments.
(PURCHASING DIVISION)
SS. Request permission to utilize Tuscan, State of Arizona, RFP No. 192163 – Maintenance Repair, Operating,
Industrial Supplies and Related Products, effective through December 31, 2022, contract which is part of
Omnia Partners, the largest cooperative purchasing organization for the public sector offering a large
portfolio of competitively bid contracts, which the City of Hialeah is registered to utilize, and issue a
purchase order to W.W. Grainger Inc., for the purchase of maintenance, repair and operating supplies as
needed for fiscal year 2022, in a total cumulative amount not to exceed $80,000.00 to be allocated through
various City departments.
(PURCHASING DIVISION)
TT. Request permission to utilize Region 4 Education Service Center of State of Texas RFP No. 19-20 –
Maintenance Repair, Operating, Industrial Supplies and Related Services, effective through March 31, 2023,
contract which is part of Omnia Partners, the largest cooperative purchasing organization for the public
sector offering a large portfolio of competitively bid contracts which the City of Hialeah is registered to
utilize, and issue a purchase order to Fastenal Company, for the purchase of maintenance repair, operating,
industrial supplies (MRO) as needed during fiscal year 2022, in a total cumulative amount not to exceed
$20,000.00 to be allocated through various City departments.
(PURCHASING DIVISION)
UU. Request permission to utilize Prince William County Public Schools Contract No. R-TC-17006, effective
through January 18, 2022, contract which is part of Omnia Partners, the largest cooperative purchasing
organization for the public sector offering a large portfolio of competitively bid contracts which the City of
Hialeah is registered to utilize, and issue a purchase order to Amazon Services, LLC, for the purchase of
information technology related equipment and services during fiscal year 2022, in a total cumulative amount
not to exceed $65,000.00 to be allocated through various City departments.
(PURCHASING DIVISION)
VV. Request permission to utilize Prince William County Public Schools Contract No. R-TC-17006, effective
through January 18, 2022, contract which is part of Omnia Partners, the largest cooperative purchasing
organization for the public sector offering a large portfolio of competitively bid contracts, which the City of
Hialeah is registered to utilize, and issue a purchase order to Amazon Services, LLC, for the purchase of
office and general products and services during fiscal year 2022, in a total cumulative amount not to exceed
$120,000.00 to be allocated through various City departments.
(PURCHASING DIVISION)
WW. Request permission to utilize the Region 4 Education Service Center of the State of Texas Contract No.
R201101 – Athletic, Physical Education Supplies, and Team Uniforms, effective through September 30
2023, contract which is part of Omnia Partners, the largest cooperative purchasing organization for the public
sector offering a large portfolio of competitively bid contracts which the City of Hialeah is registered to
utilize, and issue a purchase order to BSN Sports, LLC, for the purchase of athletic and physical education
supplies, as well as team uniforms when needed during fiscal year 2022, in a total cumulative amount not to
exceed $20,000.00, to be allocated through various City departments.
(PURCHASING DIVISION)
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XX. Request permission to utilize City of Tamarac Contract No. 19-12R – Office Supplies, Products and Related
Services, effective through October 13, 2023, contract which is part of Omnia Partners, the largest
cooperative purchasing organization for the public sector offering a large portfolio of competitively bid
contracts, which the City of Hialeah is registered to utilize, and issue a purchase order to Office Depot, Inc.,
to purchase office supplies during fiscal year 2022, in a total cumulative amount not to exceed $140,000.00,
to be allocated through various City departments.
(PURCHASING DIVISION)
YY. Request permission to utilize City of Rochester Hills, Michigan RFP-18-014 – Groundskeeping Materials-
Fertilizer, Pesticide, Herbicide, Grass Seed and Related Items, effective through November 30, 2023,
contract which is part of Omnia Partners, the largest cooperative purchasing organization for the public
sector offering a large portfolio of competitively bid contracts, which the City of Hialeah is registered to
utilize, and issue a purchase order to Harrell’s, LLC, for the purchase of grounds keeping materials as needed
during fiscal year 2022, in a total cumulative amount not to exceed $25,000.00 to be allocated through
various City departments.
(PURCHASING DIVISION)
ZZ. Request permission to issue a purchase order to Toshiba America Business Solutions, Inc., to pay for the
lease cost of the citywide copier, in the amount of $6,245.72 per month, in a total amount not to exceed
$31,228.60 for the last five (5) months of the lease, and further request permission to issue a second purchase
order to this vendor for black and white impressions and color impressions, with a cost of $0.0044 for black
and white impressions and $0.045 for color impressions, in a total amount not to exceed $15,000.00, for a
total cumulative expense amount not to exceed $46,228.60. On December 12, 2017, the City Council
approved for the City to enter into a lease agreement with this vendor for a four (4) year term ending on
January 31, 2022.
(PURCHASING DIVISION)
AAA. Request permission to utilize State of Florida Contract No. 14111700-20-STC– Disposable Paper, effective
through November 30, 2025, and issue a purchase order to Cosgrove Enterprises, Inc., for disposable paper
as needed during fiscal year 2022, in a total cumulative amount not to exceed $25,000.00 to be allocated
through various City departments.
(PURCHASING DIVISION)
BBB. Request permission to waive competitive bidding, since it advantageous to the City, and increase Purchase
Order No. 2021-1918, issued to Capitol Steel Structures, Inc., for the materials, equipment and labor required
to enclose the existing metal canopy for the new Police Shoot House and Training Facility, as a result of
having ten (10) metal panels stolen from the job site, by an additional amount of $9,965.50, to cover
additional labor, equipment and materials as a result of having ten (10) metal panels stolen from the job site,
for a total cumulative amount not to exceed $83,555.50.
(CONSTRUCTION AND MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT)
CCC. Request permission to waive competitive bidding, since it advantageous to the City in that this vendor has
extensive knowledge and history with City programs, and issue a purchase order to Lagvnes Software
Solutions LLC, for the continued support, maintenance, development, and modification of the core City
programs during fiscal year 2022, in a total cumulative amount not to exceed $50,000.00.
(INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT)
DDD. Request permission to issue a purchase order to Infor Public Sector, Inc., sole source vendor, for
maintenance and support services of the Police and Fire Computer Aided Dispatch and Records Management
Systems for fiscal year 2022, in a total cumulative amount not to exceed $346,787.76.
(INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT)
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EEE. Request permission to waive competitive bidding, since it is advantageous to the City in that this vendor is
currently providing services to the City, and issue a purchase order to the TotalCaption, LLC, vendor
providing the lowest quotation, for the closed captioning services provided during public meetings to be held
in fiscal year 2022, in a total cumulative amount not to exceed $45,000.00.
(INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT)
FFF. Request permission to utilize Suncom Contract No. DMS-1011-008A – Mobile Communication Services
(MCS), effective through January 10, 2022, and issue a purchase order to AT&T Mobility LLC, for
maintenance and support of MobileGuard during fiscal year 2022, in a total cumulative amount not to exceed
$20,000.00.
(INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT)
GGG. Request permission to utilize NASPO Value Point Contract No. 43220000-NASPO-19-ACS - Data
Communications Products and Services, effective through September 30, 2024, between the State Florida
Department of Management Services and this vendor, and issue a purchase order to PC Solutions &
Integration, Inc., to purchase equipment and services during fiscal year 2022, in a total cumulative amount
not to exceed $25,000.00 to be allocated through various City Departments.
(INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT)
HHH. Request permission to utilize NASPO Value Point Contract No. 43211500-WSCA-15-ACS - Computer
Equipment, Peripherals & Services, effective through July 31, 2022, between the State of Florida
Department of Management Services and this vendor, and issue a purchase order to Dell Marketing L.P., to
purchase equipment and services during fiscal year 2022, in a total cumulative amount not to exceed
$100,000.00 to be allocated through various City Departments.
(INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT)
III. Request permission to utilize NASPO Value Point Contract No. 43211500-WSCA-15-ACS- Computer
Equipment, Peripherals & Services, July 31, 2022, between the State of Florida Department of Management
Services and this vendor, and issue a purchase order to Lenovo (United States) Inc., to purchase equipment
and services during fiscal year 2022, in a total cumulative amount not to exceed $100,000.00 to be allocated
through various City Departments.
(INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT)
JJJ. Request permission to utilize City of Mesa, Arizona Contract No. 2018011– Information Technology
Solutions & Services, effective through August 8, 2023, contract which is part of Omnia Partners, the largest
cooperative purchasing organization for the public sector offering a large portfolio of competitively bid
contracts which the City of Hialeah is registered to utilize, and issue a purchase order to Shi International
Corp., to purchase Adobe Licensing during fiscal year 2022, in a total cumulative amount not to exceed
$40,000.00 to be allocated through various City departments.
(INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT)
KKK. Request permission to issue a purchase order to VCS Tech Systems, LLC, for access control installation
and maintenance at all City facilities during fiscal year 2022, in a total cumulative amount not to exceed
$60,000.00. On August 24, 2021, the City Council awarded Hialeah Invitation to Bid No. 2020/21-
8500-36-024 – Access Control- Keri Systems Installation and Maintenance, to VCS Tech Systems,
LLC, sole source responsive bidder.
(INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT)
LLL. Request permission to issue a purchase order to VCS Tech Systems, LLC, for burglar alarm monitoring
service, maintenance and equipment at all City facilities during fiscal year 2022, in a total cumulative
amount not to exceed $100,000.00. On April 13, 2021, the City Council awarded Hialeah Invitation to
Bid No. 2020-21-8500-36-004 – Burglar Alarm Monitoring Services, Maintenance and Equipment - to
VCS Tech Systems, LLC, sole responsive bidder.
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(INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT)
MMM. Request permission to waive competitive bidding, since it is advantageous to the City in that this vendor is
the only Ford dealer located in the City, and issue a purchase order to Gus Machado Ford, Inc., for the
purchase of Ford and Motorcraft parts, accessories and service for the City’s fleet, in a total cumulative
amount not to exceed $75,000.00.
(FLEET & MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT)
NNN. Request permission to utilize Sourcewell Contract No. 010521-LTS-3 - Playground and Water Play
Equipment with Related Accessories and Services, effective through February 17, 2025, and issue a purchase
order to Miracle Recreation Equipment Company, for the purchase and installation of one (1) new shade
structure system for Babcock Park to be installed for the soon to be completed outdoor gym, in a total
cumulative amount not to exceed $23,510.71.
(DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION)
OOO. Request permission to waive competitive bidding, since it is advantageous to the City, and issue a purchase
order to Javy Ortiz Nursery, Inc, vendor providing the lowest quotation, for the landscaping enhancements to
McDonald Park, in a total cumulative amount not to exceed $25,202.00.
(DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION)
PPP. Request permission to waive competitive bidding, since it is advantageous to the City in that this vendor is
the original installer of the existing gates installed in the year 2005, and issue a purchase order to Oliver’s
Pools Inc., for the purchase and installation of new perpendicular I-bar gates at the Milander Aquatic Center
Pool, in a total cumulative amount not to exceed $5,425.00.
(DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION)
QQQ. Request permission to waive competitive bidding, since it is advantageous to the City, and increase Purchase
Order No. 2021-656, issued to Waste Connections of Florida, Inc., vendor currently providing these services
to the City, for the hauling and disposal of the remaining of C&D material stock piled in the maintenance
yard of the City’s Streets Department, by an additional amount of $15,000.00, for a new total cumulative
amount not to exceed $30,000.
(STREETS)
RRR. Request permission to issue a purchase order to Metro Dade K-9, only local vendor that can provide the
service, for the EOP Canine Supervisor Training Course completed by the City’s K9 Supervisor on June 1,
2021, in a total cumulative amount not to exceed $13,500.00.
(POLICE DEPARTMENT)
SSS. Request permission to utilize Minnesota Multistate Contracting Alliance for Pharmacy Contract No.
MMS24001, a competitively bid governmental contract, and issue a purchase order to Cardinal Health 110,
LLC, for the purchase of pharmaceuticals, vaccines, and medical supplies during fiscal year 2022, in a total
cumulative amount not to exceed $45,000.00.
(FIRE DEPARTMENT)
TTT. Request permission to issue a purchase order to Image Trend, Inc., sole source vendor, for a Software
Licensing Agreement for Electronic Patient Care Reporting, in a total cumulative amount not exceed
$85,000.00.
(FIRE DEPARTMENT)
UUU. Request permission to issue two purchase orders to Municipal Emergency Services, Inc., sole source vendor,
for the purchase of Target Solutions, an educational training website for fire fighters-paramedics and
dispatch, with the first purchase order being in the amount of $23,535.00 for Fire and the second purchase
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order in the amount of $4,228.91 for Dispatch, for fiscal year 2022, in a total cumulative expense amount not
to exceed $27,763.91.
(FIRE DEPARTMENT)
VVV. Request permission to issue a purchase order to American Battery Company, sole source vendor, for the
purchase of automotive batteries for City vehicles and trucks during fiscal year 2022, in a total cumulative
amount not to exceed $115,000.00.
(FLEET MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT)
WWW. Request permission to issue a purchase order to Commercial Energy Specialists, LLC, sole source vendor of
all the items needed to be purchased, for various and vital repairs to the City’s pool systems, including:
(1) A new BECSys7 controller for Milander Pool for $19,204.40,
(2) A new River Strainer for McDonald pool for $15,537.21,
(3) A new river heater loop piping for McDonald Pool for $10,280.00,
(4) A new wave pool strainer and plumbing for McDonald Pool for $16,118.28,
(5) A new tot lot strainer for McDonald Pool for $19,602.99,
(6) New main pool valves for Babcock Park Pool for $2,550.00, and
(7) A new main pool discharge valve for Bucky Dent Pool for $5,020.00,
in addition to the cost of shipping for $1,113.74 during fiscal year 2022, in a total cumulative amount not to
exceed $89,426.62.
(DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION)
XXX. Request permission to utilize City of Miami Contract No. 781382(29) – Citywide Sidewalk Repair and
Replacement Services, effective through July 29, 2023, and issue a purchase order to G P E Engineering &
General Contractor Corp., for the removal and replacement of damaged sidewalks, curbs, and/or gutters
through the City on an as needed basis, in a total cumulative amount not to exceed $500,000.00 during fiscal
year 2022.
(STREETS)
YYY. Request permission to increase a Purchase Order No. 2021-27, issued to Minnesota Life Insurance Company,
for the life insurance costs for employees and retirees who have elected medical coverage, by an additional
amount of $10,624.36, for a total cumulative amount not to exceed $197,624.36.
(RISK MANAGEMENT)
ZZZ. Request permission to issue a purchase order to J. & M. Vera School Bus Services, Inc., vendor currently
under contract with the City through a Professional Service Agreement, for transportation services for the
City’s summer camps and special populations program, in a total cumulative amount not to exceed
$2,400.00.
(EDUCATION AND COMMUNITY SERVICE)
AAAA. Report of Scrivener’s Error – On March 23, 2021, the City Council approved Consent Item E, approving
an expenditure sum of $35,250.00 to B&T USA, LLC, sole importer and seller of B&T AG Law
Enforcement products for the United States, for the purchase of fifteen (15) APC9 Pro Glock Lower
(full auto) rifles. The item was approved with the incorrect expenditure amount of $35,250.00, which does
not include the cost of shipping. The agenda item is being amended to reflect the correct total expenditure
amount of $35,516.84.
(POLICE DEPARTMENT)
BBBB. Proposed resolution ratifying and approving the Memorandum of Understanding between the Fraternal
Order of Police Lodge No. 12 and the City of Hialeah providing an amendment to the Collective
Bargaining Agreement effective through September 30, 2021 pertaining to Article 23 (Promotional
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Procedure), in particular, to change the date of the Police Sergeant examination.
(ADMINISTRATION)
CCCC. Proposed resolution amending Exhibit 1 of Resolution No. 2021-084 regarding the City of Hialeah Five
Year Consolidated Plan and Annual Action Plan for program year 2020 to award the City of Hialeah
Fire Department $700,000.00 for the purchase of fire equipment; authorizing the submission of the plan
amendment to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), upon the conclusion of
the mandatory public comment period; authorizing the Mayor, or his designee, Director of Grants and
Human Services Annette Quintana, on behalf of the City, to execute any and all documents necessary to
carry out the purpose of this resolution; authorizing the Grants and Human Services Director and the
Fire Chief to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding to allow the Fire Department to procure and
manage the grant funds; and providing for an effective date.
(GRANTS AND HUMAN SERVICES DEPARTMENT)
DDDD. Proposed resolution authorizing the use of State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) Program funds
under the SHIP Safe Home Project in an amount not to exceed $100,000.00 to conduct residential
rehabilitation on the home of Magalia Ortiz, an approved strategy under the City’s Local Housing
Assistance Plan (LHAP); authorizing the Mayor and his designee, to execute any and all agreements in
furtherance of the project on behalf of the City, and providing for an effective date.
(GRANTS AND HUMAN SERVICES DEPARTMENT)
EEEE. Proposed resolution waiving competitive bidding and authorizing the Mayor and the City Clerk, as
attesting witness, on behalf of the City to execute a Sub-recipient Grant Agreement between Citrus
Health Network, Inc. and the City of Hialeah, Florida, in substantial conformity with the agreement
attached hereto and made a part hereof as Exhibit “1”, to provide homeless assistance activities under
the City’s established Emergency Solutions Strategies including without limitation, homelessness
prevention, rapid re-housing, emergency shelter, and outreach, in the total amount of $240,558.00, for a
term commencing on January 1, 2021 through September 30, 2022; further authorizing the Mayor or his
designee to execute, amend, and submit any and all agreements and documents in furtherance thereof on
behalf of the City; and providing for an effective date.
(GRANTS AND HUMAN SERVICES DEPARTMENT)
FFFF. Proposed resolution accepting a grant award from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban
Development (HUD) through the passing of the American Rescue Act ARP in the amount of $5,388,586
of Home Investment Partnership (HOME-ARP) funds, approving the use of HOME-ARP funds for
eligible activities pursuant to HUD Notice CPD 21-10 and the waivers and alternative requirements for
implementation of the HOME American Rescue Plan (HOME-ARP) Program issued in response to
economic injury, as a result of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) and to submit a substantial amendment to
the City’s 2021 program year Action Plan; further authorizing the Mayor, or his designee, Director of
Grants and Human Services Annette Quintana, on behalf of the City, to execute all other necessary
documents in furtherance thereof.
(GRANTS AND HUMAN SERVICES DEPARTMENT)
10. ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS
10 A. Second reading and public hearing of proposed ordinance amending the Hialeah Code of Ordinances
Chapter 18, entitled “Businesses”, Article II- Carnivals, Shows and Exhibits, specifically amending §
18-29 “Permit; Operating Standards” increasing the time period for carnivals within the Hialeah Park
District (HPD) from thirty to sixty days and requiring City Council approval for carnivals lasting in
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excess of 60 days up to 120 days subject to mitigation of impacts and implementation of public safety
measures; repealing all ordinances in conflict herewith; providing for penalties for violation hereof;
providing for a severability clause; providing for inclusion in the code and providing for an effective
date.
(ADMINISTRATION)
On September 14, 2021, the City Council approved the item on first reading. Second reading and
public hearing is scheduled for September 28, 2021.
10 B. Second reading and public hearing of proposed ordinance amending Chapter 94 of the Code of
Ordinances of the City of Hialeah entitled “Water and Sewers”, and in particular, Hialeah Code § 94-
163 entitled “Water and Wastewater Payment in Lieu of Franchise Fees” to reduce the limits of the rate
scale from a minimum rate of 7.5% and a maximum rate of 10% to a new minimum rate of 3% and a
new maximum rate of 6%; repealing all ordinance or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith; providing
for inclusion in code; providing for severability clause and providing for an effective date.
(ADMINISTRATION)
(DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS)
On September 14, 2021, the City Council approved the item on first reading. Second reading and
public hearing is scheduled for September 28, 2021.
10 C. First reading of proposed ordinance amending certain provisions of the City of Hialeah Code of
Ordinances related to impact fees, specifically Division 3 in Chapter 98, Article VIII entitled Fire
Rescue Impact Fee to provide uniformity and consistency in administration and procedures applicable to
impact fees pursuant to the City of Hialeah Consolidated Impact Fee Ordinance No. 2021-059 (June 22,
2021), effective October 22, 2021 and codified at Hialeah, Fla. Code §§98-2521 through 98-2584;
adopting an updated schedule of fire rescue impact fees and classifying uses of property subject to such
impact fees; providing for the use of fire rescue impact fee monies collected; providing for notice of the
updated schedule of fire rescue impact fees; providing for a savings clause; repealing all ordinances or
parts of ordinances in conflict herewith; providing penalties for violations hereof; providing for
severability; providing for inclusion in the code; and providing for an effective date.
(ADMINISTRATION)
10 D. First reading of proposed ordinance amending Chapter 98 entitled “Zoning”, Article VI. “Supplementary
District Regulations”, Division 5. “Uses”, Subdivision XI “Home Offices” of the Code of Ordinances of
the City of Hialeah, and in particular, revising Section 98-2030 entitled “Home Offices”, to conform to
the recent enactment of Florida Statutes 559.955 permitting home-based businesses and limiting local
restrictions; repealing all ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith; providing for a
severability clause; providing penalties for violation hereof; providing for inclusion in the code; and
providing for an effective date.
(ADMINISTRATION)
10 E. First reading of proposed ordinance amending Chapter 98 entitled “Zoning”, Article VI.
“Supplementary District Regulations”, Division 10. “Parking”, Section 98-2200 entitled “Parking
Commercial Vehicles, Recreational Vehicles, Boats or Vessels on Property Zoned Residential” of the
Code of Ordinances of the City of Hialeah and in particular, revising Section 98-2200 to conform to the
recent enactment of Florida Statutes 559.955 permitting home-based businesses and limiting local
restrictions to prohibit the parking, placement, storage or maintenance of industrial machinery or heavy
equipment or vehicles; repealing all ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith; providing
for a severability clause; providing penalties for violation hereof; providing for inclusion in the code;
and providing for an effective date.
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(ADMINISTRATION)
11. BOARD APPOINTMENTS
12. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
13. NEW BUSINESS
14. ZONING
PLANNING AND ZONING
PZ 1. Second reading and public hearing of proposed ordinance amending Ordinance No. 2019-011
(February 12, 2019) replacing the proposed site plan and Declaration of Restrictive Covenants
previously proffered to provide for 323 residential units, where 216 units were originally approved.
Property located at 955 East 25 Street, Hialeah, zoned TOD (Transit Oriented Development
District). Repealing all ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith; providing penalties
for violation hereof; providing for a severability clause; and providing for an effective date.
On September 14, 2021, the City Council approved the item on first reading. Second reading and
public hearing is scheduled for September 28, 2021.
Registered Lobbyists: Jorge L. Navarro, Esq.,and Carlos L. Diaz, Esq., 333 SE 2nd Avenue, 44th
Floor, Miami, Florida, on behalf of Metro Parc Hialeah, LLC.
On August 25, 2021, the Planning and Zoning Board recommended approval of this item.
Planner’s Recommendation: Approval
Property Owner: Metro Parc Hialeah, LLC and Jenny A Ducret (Manager), 301 Almeria Avenue,
Suite 330, Coral Gables, Florida 33134.
PZ 2. Second reading and public hearing of proposed ordinance amending Ordinance No. 2019-113
(December 10, 2019) replacing the proposed site plan and Declaration of Restrictive Covenants
previously proffered to provide for an 8-story/110 unit multifamily building, where a parking
garage and ground floor with retail uses was originally approved. Property located at 962, 972
and 980 East 26 Street, Hialeah, zoned TOD (Transit Oriented Development District).
Repealing all ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith; providing penalties for
violation hereof; providing for a severability clause; and providing for an effective date.
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On September 14, 2021, the City Council approved the item on first reading. Second reading and
public hearing is scheduled for September 28, 2021.
Registered Lobbyists: Jorge L. Navarro, Esq.,and Carlos L. Diaz, Esq., 333 SE 2nd Avenue, 44th
Floor, Miami, Florida, on behalf of Metro Parc Hialeah, LLC.
On August 25, 2021, the Planning and Zoning Board recommended approval of this item.
Planner’s Recommendation: Approval
Property Owner: Metro Parc Hialeah, LLC and Jenny A Ducret (Manager), 301 Almeria Avenue,
Suite 330, Coral Gables, Florida 33134.
PZ 3. Second reading and public hearing of proposed ordinance rezoning property from R-1 (One-
Family District) to B-1 (Highly Restricted Retail District); granting a variance permit to allow a
total building site area of 1,430 square feet, where 1,500 square feet is the minimum required; and
allow front setback of 10 feet, where 20 feet are required; all contract to Hialeah Code of
Ordinances §§ 98-928 and 98-929. Property located at 740 East 49 Street, Hialeah, zoned R-1
(One-Family District). Repealing all ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith;
providing penalties for violation hereof; providing for a severability clause; and providing for an
effective date.
On September 14, 2021, the City Council approved the item on first reading. Second reading and
public hearing is scheduled for September 28, 2021.
On August 25, 2021, the Planning and Zoning Board recommended approval of this item.
Planner’s Recommendation: Approval
Property Owner: Carmen Vilela and Sahilyn Reyes, 740 East 49 Street, Hialeah, Florida 33013.
PZ 4. Second reading and public hearing of proposed ordinance rezoning property from R-1 (One-
Family District) to R-3-3 (Multiple-Family District); granting a variance permit to allow front
setback of 12 feet, where 25 feet are required; allow street side setback of 7.2 feet, where 15 feet
are required; and allow total lot coverage of 32%, where 30% is the maximum allowed, all contra
to Hialeah Code of Ordinances §§98-589, 98-590 and 98-2056(b)(2). Property located at 2901
East 5 Avenue, zoned R-1 (One-Family District). Repealing all ordinances or parts of ordinances
in conflict herewith; providing penalties for violation hereof; providing for a severability clause;
and providing for an effective date.
On September 14, 2021, the City Council approved the item on first reading. Second reading and
public hearing is scheduled for September 28, 2021.
Registered Lobbyist: Ceasar Mestre, Esq., 8105 NW 155 Street, Miami Lakes, Florida 33016, on behalf
of Juan Baroso.
On August 25, 2021, the Planning and Zoning Board recommended approval of the item.
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Planner’s Recommendation: Approve rezoning and variances as requested.
Owner of the Property: Juan Baroso, 8005 NW 164 Terrace, Miami Lakes, Florida 33016.
PZ 5. Second reading and public hearing of proposed ordinance granting a variance permit to allow a
Temporary Waiver of Plat provided that the property will be platted within 18 months of the
approval of this ordinance. Property located at 10850 West 36 Avenue, Hialeah, zoned BDH
(Business Development District). Repealing all ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict
herewith; providing penalties for violation hereof; providing for a severability clause; and
providing for an effective date.
On September 14, 2021, the City Council approved the item on first reading. Second reading and
public hearing is scheduled for September 28, 2021.
On August 25, 2021, the Planning and Zoning Board recommended approval of the item.
Planner’s Recommendation: Approval of temporary waiver of plat for 18 months.
Owner of the Property: L. Michael Osman, Manager of Eruditional, LLC, 1474-A West 84th Street,
Hialeah, Florida 33014.
PZ 6. Second reading and public hearing of proposed ordinance rezoning property from R-1 (One-
Family District) to R-2 (One-and Two Family Residential District); granting a variance permit to
allow the construction of a duplex on a substandard lot with frontage of 60.02 feet, where 75 feet
are required; and allow lot coverage of 31.7% where 30% is the maximum allowed; all contra to
Hialeah Code of Ordinances §§98-544 and 98-2056(b)(2). Property located at 1480 West 37
Street, Hialeah, zoned R-1 (One-Family District). Repealing all ordinances or parts of
ordinances in conflict herewith; providing penalties for violation hereof; providing for a
severability clause; and providing for an effective date.
On September 14, 2021, the City Council approved the item on first reading. Second reading and
public hearing is scheduled for September 28, 2021.
Registered Lobbyist: Manny Reus (architect), 18501 Pines Blvd, Suite 342, Pembroke Pines, Florida
33029, on behalf of Marcial Rodriguez.
On August 25, 2021, the Planning and Zoning Board recommended approval of the item.
Planner’s Recommendation: Approval as amended (remove the rear setback and reduce the lot
coverage requests). The following is recommended for approval: Rezoning from R-1 to R-2 and
variance permit to allow a duplex on a substandard lot with frontage of 60.02 feet, where 75 are
required and variance to allow 31.7% pervious area, where 30% is required.
Owner of the Property: Marcial Rodriguez, 2750 N. 73 Street, Hialeah, Florida 33016.
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PZ 7. Second reading and public hearing of proposed ordinance granting a Special Use Permit (SUP) to
allow the expansion of the Neighborhood Business District overlay pursuant to Hialeah Code of
Ordinances § 98-1630.8; and granting a variance permit to allow single use, where mixed use is
required; allow 55% of the units with area of 600 square feet, where only 10% of the units may
have an area of 600 square feet; waive building mass requirement and setback requirements for the
tower and cap of the building; allow 196 parking spaces; where 342 parking spaces are required;
and allow pervious area of less than 30%, where 30% is the minimum required. Property located
at 150 East 1 Avenue, Hialeah, zoned CBD (Central Business District); contra to Hialeah Code
of Ordinances§§ 98-1630.1, 98-1630.2, 98-1630.3(c), 98-1630.3(e)(1) and (2), 98-2189(16)a., and
the City of Hialeah Landscape Manual date July 9, 2015, “Table A, Minimum Pervious Area,
CBD.” Repealing all ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith; providing penalties for
violation hereof; providing for a severability clause; and providing for an effective date.
On September 14, 2021, the City Council approved the item on first reading. Second reading and
public hearing is scheduled for September 28, 2021.
On September 8, 2021, the Planning and Zoning Board recommended approval of this item.
Planner’s Recommendation: Approval.
Property Owner: City of Hialeah, 501 Palm Avenue, Hialeah, Florida 33010
PZ 8. First reading of proposed ordinance granting a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) to allow a K-2
Grade School with a maximum enrollment of 20 students, pursuant to Hialeah Code of Ordinances
§ 98-181. Property located at 4975 West 6 Avenue, Hialeah, zoned C-2 (Liberal Retail
Commercial District). Repealing all ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith;
providing penalties for violation hereof; providing for a severability clause; and providing for an
effective date.
Registered Lobbyist: Ceasar Mestre, Esq., 8105 NW 155 Street, Miami Lakes, Florida 33016, on
behalf of PLA Fine Arts Center #2, LLC.
On September 8, 2021, the Planning and Zoning Board recommended approval of this item.
Planner’s Recommendation: Approval.
Property Owner: Leslie Piciollo and Lazaro Piciollo 12785 SW 22 Street, Miramar, Florida 33027.
Palm Springs Mile Assoc. LTD., 419 West 49 Street, Hialeah, Florida Suite 300,
33012.
PZ 9. First reading of proposed ordinance granting a Special Use Permit (SUP) to pursuant to the
Hialeah Code of Ordinances § 98-161, to allow the use of a prefabricated building on a property
zoned M-1 (Industrial District) for an extended period of time not exceeding 12 months from the
effective day of this ordinance, for a temporary sorting facility for the loading and unloading,
sorting and distribution of mail packages (extending the 12 month period previously granted by the
City of Hialeah, FL Ordinance 2020-067). Property located at 6001 East 8 Avenue, Hialeah,
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zoned M-1 (Industrial District). Repealing all ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict
herewith; providing penalties for violation hereof; providing for a severability clause; and
providing for an effective date.
On September 8, 2021, the Planning and Zoning Board recommended approval of this item.
Planner’s Recommendation: Approval.
Property Owner: United Parcel Service, Inc.
PZ 10. First reading of proposed ordinance granting a variance permit to allow a rear setback of 12 feet,
where 20 feet are required, and to allow side setbacks of 5 feet, where 5.04 feet are required; and
allow 38.6% lot coverage, where 30% is the maximum allowed; all contra to Hialeah Code of
Ordinances §§ 98-501, 98-502 and 98-2056(b)(2). Property located at 6574 West 22 Court,
Hialeah, zoned R-3-5 (Multiple-Family District and Developed as R-1(One Family District)).
Repealing all ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith; providing penalties for
violation hereof; providing for a severability clause; and providing for an effective date.
On September 8, 2021, the Planning and Zoning Board recommended approval of this item.
Planner’s Recommendation: Approval.
Property Owner: Carlo I. Perez and Tania Perez, 6574 West 22 Court, Hialeah, Florida 33016
PZ 11. First reading of proposed ordinance granting a variance permit to allow an LED wall sign with a
shingle fixed image, outside the geographic area, where LED signs are not allowed; contra to
Hialeah Code of Ordinances § 7-12(b). Property located at 383 West 36 Terrace, Hialeah,
zoned RO (Residential Office). Repealing all ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict
herewith; providing penalties for violation hereof; providing for a severability clause; and
providing for an effective date.
On September 8, 2021, the Planning and Zoning Board recommended approval of this item.
Planner’s Recommendation: Approval.
Property Owner: Figast Inc., P.O Box 560911, Miami, Florida.
PZ 12. First reading of proposed ordinance rezoning property from R-1 (One Family District) to P
(Parking District). Property located at 490 East 10 Street, Hialeah zoned R-1 (One Family
District) to allow for 26 parking spaces; repealing all ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict
herewith; providing penalties for violation hereof; providing for a severability clause; and
providing for an effective date.
Registered Lobbyist: Manny Reus, Architect, 18501 Pines Blvd, Pembroke Pines, Florida 33029,
on behalf of 490 Hialeah, LLC
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On September 22, 2021, the Planning and Zoning Board recommended approval of this item.
Planner’s Recommendation: Approval.
Property Owner: Mitchel Sabina, 7767 NW 146th Street, Miami Lakes, Florida 33016.
PZ 13. First reading of proposed ordinance granting a variance permit to allow west side setback of 5 feet,
where 7.5 are required; rear setback of 19 feet for main house, where 25 feet are required; allow
proposed lot coverage of 31.2% where 30% lot coverage is the maximum allowed for the
legalization of existing improvements and conversion of a single family house into a duplex; and
allow 21 feet rear yard depth from the rear east side of the main house to the front of a proposed
accessory building, where 25 feet are required; all contra to Hialeah Code of Ordinances §§ 98-
546, 98-547(a) and 98-2056(b)(2). Property located at 444 East 17 Street, Hialeah, zoned R-2
(One-and-Two Family Residential District). Repealing all ordinances or parts of ordinances in
conflict herewith; providing penalties for violation hereof; providing for a severability clause; and
providing for an effective date.
Registered Lobbyist: Anthony Bustamante, 770 Ponce De Leon Blvd, Suite 302B, Coral Gables
Florida, 33134, on behalf of Lazaro and Magaly Barroso.
On September 22, 2021, the Planning and Zoning Board recommended approval of this item.
Planner’s Recommendation: Approval.
Property Owner: Lazaro Barroso and Magaly Barroso, 444 East 17 Street, Hialeah, Florida
33010.
PZ 14. First reading of proposed ordinance granting a variance permit to allow a Temporary Waiver of
Plat provided that the property will be platted within 18 months of the approval of this ordinance.
Property located at 3861 West 108 Street, Hialeah, zoned BDH (Business Development
District). Repealing all ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith; providing penalties
for violation hereof; providing for a severability clause; and providing for an effective date.
On September 22, 2021, the Planning and Zoning Board recommended approval of this item.
Planner’s Recommendation: Approval.
Property Owner: Publicly Traded Company
15. FINAL DECISIONS
FD 1. Proposed resolution approving the Final Decision of the Planning and Zoning Board, Decision No.
2021-13 that granted an adjustment on the property located at 155 West 60 Street, Hialeah zoned
R-1 (One-Family District); and providing for an effective date.
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On August 25, 2021, the Planning and Zoning Board recommended approval of this item.
Planner’s Recommendation: Approve reduced setback and distance separation for a pergola to be
utilized for passive activities.
Property Owner: Yuniel Hernandez Ramos, 155 West 60th Street, Hialeah Florida 33012.
FD 2. Proposed resolution approving the Final Decision of the Planning and Zoning Board, Decision No.
2021-14 that granted an adjustment on the property located at 345 East 20 Street, Hialeah zoned
R-1 (One-Family District); and providing for an effective date.
On August 25, 2021, the Planning and Zoning Board recommended approval of this item.
Planner’s Recommendation: Approval
Property Owner: Maria Quevedo, 345 East 20th Street, Hialeah, Florida 33010.
FD 3. Proposed resolution approving the Final Decision of the Planning and Zoning Board, Decision No.
2021-15 that granted an adjustment on the property located at 864 West 72 Street, Hialeah zoned
R-1 (One-Family District); and providing for an effective date.
On August 25, 2021, the Planning and Zoning Board recommended approval of this item with the
condition that the legalization is completed within 18 months and the accessory building is
exclusively used for storage and will not include plumbing.
Planner’s Recommendation: Approved with conditions.
Property Owner: Vanessa L. Alvarado and Jose A. Alvarado, 864 West 72nd Street, Hialeah,
Florida 33014
FD 4. Proposed resolution approving the Final Decision of the Planning and Zoning Board, Decision No.
2021-16 that granted an adjustment on the property located at 5891 East 6 Avenue, Hialeah, zoned
R-1 (One-Family District); and providing for an effective date.
On September 8, 2021, the Planning and Zoning Board recommended approval of this item with the
condition that the terrace remains open on 3 sides and all the required legalizations is completed
within 180 days.
Planner’s Recommendation: Approve with conditions.
Property Owner: Yusimi Cintra, 5891 East 6th Avenue, Hialeah, Florida 33013
NEXT CHARTER SCHOOL OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE MEETING: Tuesday, September 28, 2021 at
6:30 p.m.
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NEXT CITY COUNCIL MEETING: Tuesday, October 12, 2021 at 7:00 p.m.
SECOND BUDGET HEARING: Wednesday, September 29, 2021 at 7:00 p.m.
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