Bay Harbor Islands public meetings in 2021
25 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Special Magistrate
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.
- 9250 West Bay Harbor Drive #5A: unpermitted work, recommended fine $12,000 (48 days at $250/day)
- 1025 93 Street: ceiling and roof repair without permits, recommended fine $7,050 (141 days at $50/day)
- 10261 East Bay Harbor Drive Unit 701: after-the-fact permits needed, recommended fine $17,750 (71 days at $250/day)
- 1100 100 Street #406: building permit required, recommended fine $17,250 (69 days at $250/day)
- Hybrid meeting format with Zoom and phone participation options
Design Review Board
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.
- New two-story home at 9821 E. Broadview Drive (Jupiter 9821 LLC), replacing a 1962 home with a 5,736 sq ft, 6-bedroom residence.
- Revision to approved plans for a gazebo at 9530 W. Broadview Drive (Bay Harbor Land 2019 LLC), home under construction.
- Addition converting carport to guest living area at 10010 W. Broadview Drive (Menachem Kranz & Nehama Pinson), adding 490 sq ft.
- New two-story home at 10155 W. Broadview Drive (Thomas J. Stalzer Trustee), 4,729 sq ft with 6 bedrooms and pool.
Town Council
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.
- Ordinance on second reading to change Article II title from 'Planning, Design and Zoning Board Approval' to 'Design Review Board Approval'
- Amends Chapter 5 (Building and Construction), Sections 5-20 to 5-25
- Hybrid meeting format with in-person and Zoom participation
Committee
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.
- Discussion and possible rankings of proposals for modified shuttle and on-demand transit services
- Announcement of final scores and rankings for transit services proposals
Development Review Committee (DRC)
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.
- 35-unit multifamily development at 10270-90 East Bay Harbor Drive by BH 103, LLC
- 31-unit multifamily development at 1165-1175 97 Street by BH Bay Harbor 97, LLC
- 28-unit multifamily development at 10281 West Bay Harbor Drive by BH Bay Harbor 103, LLC
Retirement Board
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.
- Approval of October 1, 2019 actuarial valuation for General Employees and Police Officers
- Discussion of investment performance for quarter ended September 30, 2021 (DAHAB Associates report)
- Approval of retirement benefits for Police Corporal James J. Fierro: $3,912.33/month under 50% joint and contingent option
- Discussion on amending regulations to allow higher retirement multiplier for general employees meeting educational criteria
- Consent agenda payments: $5,773.00 to Gibson & Wirt, $4,125.00 to DAHAB, $1,177.90 to Glovista, $2,081.31 to Highland Capital, $300.00 and $150.00 to Southern Actuarial Services, $1,437.00 to Rhumbline, $5,428.79 to Garcia Hamilton
Town Council
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.
- Public hearing on appeal of Brownfield Area Designation at 1000 Kane Concourse
- Discussion and possible action on appeal filed by 1060 Kane Concourse Inc., 1048 LLC, 1050 LLC, and D&F LLC
- Hybrid meeting format with in-person and Zoom participation
- Three-minute limit on public comments
Town Council
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.
- Ordinance to increase water service charge to $5.00 per 1,000 gallons and minimum monthly meter charge to $23.25
- Ordinance to increase sewer service monthly base and flow charges
- AXON Technologies contract for body-worn cameras and Taser bundle: $236,199.98 over 60 months
- Ordinance creating registration and engineering report requirements for condominiums and multi-family associations
- RFP for 26 Dell laptops for Police Department
Development Review Committee (DRC)
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.
- 35-unit multifamily development at 10270-90 East Bay Harbor Drive by BH 103, LLC
- 8-unit multifamily development at 9290 West Bay Harbor Drive by Global Reach Investments
- Hybrid meeting with in-person and Zoom access
Town Council
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.
- Ordinance to increase water service to $5.00 per 1,000 gallons and minimum monthly meter charge to $23.25
- Ordinance to increase monthly sewer base and flow charges
- Ordinance creating condominium registration and engineering report requirements
- Change Order #2 for $59,455 to Jones-Benitez Corp. for Indian Creek Bridge tendon repairs
- FPL undergrounding design agreement for $56,727 plus ~$200,000 for land surveying
Town Council
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.
- Adopt final millage rate of 3.6245 mills for FY2021/2022 (0.80% above rolled-back rate of 3.5958 mills)
- Adopt final budget for FY2022 (October 1, 2021 – September 30, 2022)
Committee
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'.
- Discussion of 2022 FRDAP grant application for $50,000 for 92nd Street Park improvements
- Discussion on a Bike Repair Station
- Environmental Clean Up at the Causeway
- Treadmill and exercise equipment for seniors at the Center
- Naming of 92nd Street Park 'The Doris Marano Park'
Town Council
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.
- Proposed FY2022 millage rate: 3.6245 mills, 0.8% above rolled-back rate of 3.5958
- Resolution adopting proposed millage rate on first reading
- Resolution adopting tentative FY2022 budget on first reading
- Second budget public hearing set for September 29, 2021 at 6:00 p.m.
- Hybrid meeting format with in-person and Zoom participation
Committee
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.
- RFP for Modified Shuttle and On-Demand Transit Services
- Public comment period
- Evaluation committee discussion of proposals
Design Review Board
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.
- New single-family home for JMP Bay Harbor LLC at 1230 97 Street, Lot 3 of Block 30
- Demolition of existing 2,386 sq ft home built in 1952
- Proposed 5,554 sq ft two-story home with 6 bedrooms, 6 baths, 2-car garage
- Staff review: design meets Town Code, approved by Michael Miller and Edward Ploski
- Approval of minutes from June 1 and June 15, 2021 meetings
Development Review Committee (DRC)
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.
- Site plan review for 35-unit multifamily development at 10290 East Bay Harbor Drive
- Applicant: BH Group, LLC
- Staff report by Town Planner Michael Miller
Retirement Board
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.
- Discussion and approval of October 1, 2019 actuarial valuation for General Employees and Police Officers
- Discussion of investment performance for quarter ended June 30, 2021
- Consideration of Fiduciary Liability extension for FY 2021-2022
- Ratification of invoices totaling $7,270.65 to Rhumbline, Glovista, Highland Capital, and Southern Actuarial
- Approval of payments: $4,125 to DAHAB, $5,328.76 to Garcia Hamilton, $2,113.20 to Highland Capital, $1,394 to Rhumbline, $2,250 and $10,000 to Southern Actuarial
Town Council
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.
- Ordinance on first reading to require registration of condominiums, multi-family, and cooperative associations
- Ordinance on first reading to require Knox Boxes at all new and existing residential buildings
- Contract award to A. West Enterprise, LLC for $172,808 for bridge cable replacement (Project BC-157)
- Contract award to Live I-Tech for $28,575 to relocate computer servers
- Purchase of $2,500 sponsorship for Save Dade 2021 Champions of Equality Gala
Design Review Board
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.
- New 8,216 sq ft home at 9520 West Broadview Drive, replacing 1949 home
- New 6,553 sq ft home at 10161 East Broadview Drive, replacing 1950 home
- Approval of minutes from Nov 17, 2020, Dec 15, 2020, and May 18, 2021
Town Council
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.
- Ordinance amending Chapter 12 of Town Code to modify decibel noise limits
- Ordinance approving Budget Amendment No. 2 for FY 2020/2021
- Resolution supporting AFL-CIO's Protecting the Right to Organize Act
- Public comment limited to 3 minutes per speaker
Town Council
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.
- Discussion and review of proposed FY 2021/2022 budget
- Discussion of tentative millage for Notice of Proposed Taxes
- Scheduling of budget hearings: Sept 13 and Sept 29, 2021 at 5:00 p.m.
- Public comment limited to 3 minutes per speaker
- Hybrid meeting format with Zoom and in-person participation
Design Review Board
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.
- New two-story home at 1230 103 Street: 4,239 sq ft, 4 bedrooms, 5 full baths, 1 half bath, 2-car garage, replacing 2,565 sq ft home built in 1954
- New two-story home at 10130 West Broadview Drive: 9,158 sq ft, 7 bedrooms, 8 full baths, 1 half bath, 3-car garage, replacing 3,723 sq ft home built in 1951
- Second project was deferred on May 18 and June 1, 2021; plans revised as requested by the board
- Hybrid meeting format: in-person at Town Hall Council Chambers and virtual via Zoom
Town Council
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.
- Resolution to designate June 19 as Juneteenth holiday
- Resolution urging Miami-Dade School Board to allow a School Based Law Enforcement Officer at Ruth K. Broad Bay Harbor K-8
- Resolution authorizing $2,434,347 in American Rescue Plan COVID-19 relief funds
- Piggyback contract with M&M Asphalt for $272,927.25 for East Island street milling and paving
- Ordinance on second reading to modify Kane Concourse setback requirements for ground-level restaurants
Town Council
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.
- Ordinance on second reading to amend Section 23-21(e) of the Town Code
- Modifies Kane Concourse setback requirements for ground-level restaurants and certain weatherization
- Staff report provided by Town Planner Michael Miller
- Hybrid meeting with physical presence at 9665 Bay Harbor Terrace and virtual participation via Zoom
Town Council
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.
- Ordinance on second reading to amend Section 23-21(e) modifying Kane Concourse setback requirements for ground level restaurants and weatherization
- Ordinance on first reading amending Chapter 9 to update solid waste schedule of fees
- Piggyback contract with United Rentals for $27,000 for emergency generator for Town Hall
- Piggyback contract with Enterprise Fleet Management for $950.31/month (5-year lease)
- Transfer of Development Rights for 15 dwelling units to Island Club Towers, LLC (9161 & 9201 East Bay Harbor Drive)