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Bay Harbor Islands public meetings in 2021

25 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Wed Dec 15, 2021 · 10:00

Special Magistrate

Special Master to hear 4 code violation cases, possible fines up to $54,050

The Bay Harbor Islands Special Master will hold a hybrid hearing on December 15, 2021, to consider four code enforcement cases involving properties at 9250 West Bay Harbor Drive, 1025 93 Street, 10261 East Bay Harbor Drive, and 1100 100 Street. The department recommends fines totaling $54,050 for unpermitted work and failure to maintain property. The public can participate in person or via Zoom.

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Tue Dec 7, 2021 · 19:00

Design Review Board

Design Review Board to consider four home projects on Broadview Drive

The Bay Harbor Islands Design Review Board will hold a hybrid meeting to review four residential projects, all on Broadview Drive. Each item involves a request for approval of new construction, a revision, or an addition, and staff has recommended approval for all four. The meeting is open to the public in person or via Zoom.

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Tue Nov 30, 2021 · 18:00

Town Council

Council to vote on renaming Planning & Zoning Board to Design Review Board

The Town Council will hold a special hybrid meeting to consider on second reading an ordinance that renames the Planning and Zoning Board approval process to Design Review Board approval, amending Sections 5-20 through 5-25 of the Town Code. The meeting includes public comment opportunities in person, via Zoom, or by phone. The agenda contains only this one substantive item, with staff recommending council discretion.

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Tue Nov 23, 2021 · 15:00

Committee

Committee to rank proposals for modified shuttle and on-demand transit services

The Evaluation Committee is meeting to discuss and rank proposals received in response to the RFP for modified shuttle and on-demand transit services. The committee will announce final scores and rankings. This is a public meeting held in a hybrid format.

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Thu Nov 18, 2021 · 11:00

Development Review Committee (DRC)

DRC to review three multifamily site plans in Bay Harbor Islands

The Development Review Committee will hold a hybrid meeting to review and discuss three site plan applications for multifamily developments. The projects include a 35-unit building at 10270-90 East Bay Harbor Drive, a 31-unit building at 1165-1175 97 Street, and a 28-unit building at 10281 West Bay Harbor Drive. No final decisions are listed; the agenda indicates only review and discussion.

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Wed Nov 10, 2021 · 09:30

Retirement Board

Retirement Board to review pension valuation, investments, and retiree benefits

The Bay Harbor Islands Employees Retirement System Board of Trustees will meet to discuss and approve the October 2019 actuarial valuation, review investment performance for the quarter ending September 30, 2021, and consider several administrative items including a fiduciary liability extension and an actuarial fee increase. The board will also vote on retirement benefits for Police Corporal James J. Fierro and discuss a possible regulation change to allow higher retirement multipliers for general employees with certain educational criteria. The consent agenda includes approval of multiple payments to vendors for services.

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Wed Nov 10, 2021 · 18:30

Town Council

Council hears appeal of Brownfield designation at 1000 Kane Concourse

The Town Council holds a quasi-judicial public hearing to hear comments and consider an appeal by 1060 Kane Concourse Inc., 1048 LLC, 1050 LLC, and D&F LLC regarding the April 14, 2021 Brownfield Area Designation for the property at 1000 Kane Concourse. The council will discuss and possibly take action on the appeal.

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Wed Nov 10, 2021 · 19:00

Town Council

Council to vote on water/sewer rate hikes, police body cameras, and condo registration

The Town Council will vote on several ordinances and contracts, including water and sewer rate increases, a $236,199.98 sole-source contract for police body cameras and Tasers, and a new condominium registration and engineering report requirement. They will also discuss using American Rescue Plan funds for tutoring, a climate action plan, and other items. The meeting is hybrid, with public comment available in person or via Zoom.

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Thu Oct 14, 2021 · 11:00

Development Review Committee (DRC)

Committee to review two multifamily site plans on Bay Harbor Drive

The Development Review Committee will meet to review and discuss two site plan applications for multifamily developments. The first is a 35-unit project by BH 103, LLC at 10270-90 East Bay Harbor Drive, and the second is an 8-unit project by Global Reach Investments at 9290 West Bay Harbor Drive. No final decisions are listed; the agenda indicates only review and discussion.

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Wed Oct 13, 2021 · 19:00

Town Council

Council to vote on water/sewer rate hikes, condo registration, and FPL undergrounding

The Town Council is holding a hybrid meeting with several ordinances on first and second reading, including water and sewer rate increases, new condominium registration and engineering report requirements, and emergency generator rules. The council will also consider a $59,455 change order for bridge repairs, a state lobbying contract, and discuss using American Rescue Plan funds for tutoring and FPL utility undergrounding.

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Wed Sep 29, 2021 · 18:00

Town Council

Town Council to adopt final millage rate and FY2022 budget

The Bay Harbor Islands Town Council is holding a budget public hearing to consider two resolutions on second reading: adopting a final millage rate of 3.6245 mills for FY2021/2022 and adopting the final budget for the fiscal year starting October 1, 2021. The millage rate is 0.80% above the rolled-back rate. Public comment is allowed in person or via Zoom.

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Fri Sep 17, 2021 · 18:00

Committee

Committee to discuss $50K grant for 92nd Street Park improvements

The Bay Harbor Islands Parks and Recreation Committee is meeting to discuss park designs, park lights, and the afterschool program, and to consider new business including a $50,000 FRDAP grant application for 92nd Street Park improvements, a bike repair station, an environmental cleanup at the Causeway, senior exercise equipment, more bike racks, and naming the 92nd Street Park 'The Doris Marano Park'.

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Mon Sep 13, 2021 · 18:00

Town Council

Bay Harbor Islands Council to set FY2022 tax rate at 3.6245 mills

The Town Council holds its first budget public hearing to consider adopting a proposed FY2022 property tax rate of 3.6245 mills per $1,000 taxable value, which is 0.8% above the rolled-back rate of 3.5958 mills. The council will also consider a tentative budget for the fiscal year starting October 1, 2021. Public comment is invited, and a second hearing is scheduled for September 29, 2021.

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Wed Aug 25, 2021 · 09:00

Committee

Committee to evaluate bids for modified shuttle and on-demand transit

The Evaluation Committee is meeting to discuss and evaluate proposals submitted in response to the RFP for Modified Shuttle and On-Demand Transit Services. Public comment is scheduled, followed by further committee discussion before adjournment.

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Tue Aug 17, 2021 · 19:00

Design Review Board

Board to review new 5,554 sq ft home at 1230 97 Street

The Bay Harbor Islands Planning and Zoning Board will consider a request to demolish an existing 2,386 sq ft home and build a new two-story 5,554 sq ft single-family residence with 6 bedrooms, 6 baths, and a 2-car garage at 1230 97 Street. Staff has already approved the design as meeting Town Code. The board will also approve minutes from June 1 and June 15, 2021.

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Thu Aug 12, 2021 · 11:00

Development Review Committee (DRC)

DRC to review 35-unit multifamily project at 10290 East Bay Harbor Drive

The Development Review Committee will review and discuss a site plan application from BH Group, LLC to build a 35-unit multifamily development at 10290 East Bay Harbor Drive. The agenda includes a staff report by Town Planner Michael Miller. No other substantive items are listed.

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Wed Aug 11, 2021 · 09:30

Retirement Board

Retirement Board to review actuarial valuation and investment performance

The Bay Harbor Islands Employees Retirement System Board of Trustees will discuss and potentially approve the October 1, 2019 actuarial valuation, review investment performance for the quarter ending June 30, 2021, and consider a fiduciary liability insurance extension. The consent agenda includes approval of meeting minutes and ratification of various payments to service providers.

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Tue Aug 10, 2021 · 19:00

Town Council

Council to vote on condo registration, Knox Boxes, and $172,808 bridge cable contract

The Town Council will consider a consent agenda with routine approvals, including contracts for a wireless network, EV charging stations, and a $172,808 bridge cable replacement. They will also hold first readings on ordinances requiring condominium registration and Knox Boxes in residential buildings, and discuss employee recognition for the Surfside response.

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Tue Aug 3, 2021 · 19:00

Design Review Board

Board to review two new single-family home proposals

The Planning and Zoning Board will consider two requests to demolish existing single-story homes and build new two-story residences, plus approve minutes from prior meetings. Staff has already found both designs meet Town Code.

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Wed Jun 23, 2021 · 19:00

Town Council

Council to vote on noise limits, budget amendment, and union resolution

The Bay Harbor Islands Town Council is holding a special meeting to consider three items: an ordinance on second reading to modify decibel noise limits in the town, an ordinance approving Budget Amendment No. 2 for the 2020/2021 fiscal year, and a resolution in support of the AFL-CIO's Protecting the Right to Organize Act. The meeting is hybrid, with public comment available in person or via Zoom.

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Wed Jun 23, 2021 · 19:10

Town Council

Town Council reviews FY 2021-22 budget and tentative millage

The Town Council is holding a budget workshop to discuss and review the proposed Fiscal Year 2021/2022 budget, including a tentative millage rate to be advertised. They will also set dates for public budget hearings, with the first scheduled for September 13, 2021, and the second for September 29, 2021. The meeting is hybrid, allowing public participation in person or via Zoom.

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Tue Jun 15, 2021 · 19:00

Design Review Board

Planning board to review two new single-family home proposals

The Bay Harbor Islands Planning and Zoning Board will hold a hybrid meeting to consider two requests for approval of new single-family homes. The first is a new two-story home at 1230 103 Street, replacing a 1954 home. The second is a revised proposal for a larger two-story home at 10130 West Broadview Drive, previously deferred. Both projects have received staff approval for design compliance.

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Wed Jun 9, 2021 · 19:00

Town Council

Council to vote on $2.43M COVID relief spending and multiple contracts

The Town Council will consider a consent agenda with resolutions on Juneteenth holiday, a school resource officer, building fee changes, and $2.43M in American Rescue Plan funds, plus several piggyback contracts for paving, software, lighting, and more. They will also hold public hearings on ordinances to change Kane Concourse setbacks and noise limits, and discuss a budget amendment and Town Hall remodel.

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Wed May 5, 2021 · 18:00

Town Council

Council to vote on Kane Concourse setback changes for restaurants

The Town Council is holding a special hybrid meeting to consider on second reading an ordinance amending Section 23-21(e) of the Town Code to modify Kane Concourse setback requirements for ground-level restaurants and certain weatherization. The staff recommendation is left to council discretion, and a poll vote will be taken.

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Wed Apr 14, 2021 · 18:30

Town Council

Council to vote on zoning, fees, contracts, and development rights transfer

The Bay Harbor Islands Town Council is holding a hybrid meeting to consider a range of items, including zoning changes, fee updates, contract approvals, and a development rights transfer. Key actions include a second reading of an ordinance to modify Kane Concourse setback requirements for restaurants, a first reading of a solid waste fee schedule update, and approval of several piggyback contracts. The council will also discuss FEMA flood elevation changes, undergrounding electrical lines, and park hours.

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