Aventura public meetings in 2021

DSAHS Foundation Meetings

The Don Soffer Aventura High School Foundation Board of Directors is meeting to approve prior minutes and discuss next steps for fundraising, including a February 2022 dinner and the Compass Campaign. The meeting is open to the public with time for comments.

• Approval of minutes from November 2, 2021 meeting
• Fundraising next steps: February 2022 dinner and Compass Campaign
• Public comments (3 minutes per speaker)

Advisory Boards Meetings

This is a routine advisory board meeting with a standard agenda including administrative items, school and financial reports, and new/old business. No specific decisions or proposals are listed; the agenda is mostly procedural boilerplate.

• School report
• Financials report
• Public comments period

City Commission Meetings

The Aventura City Commission workshop covers updates on the Freebee on-demand transit service, proposed 2022 meeting schedule changes for the ACES and DSAHS governing boards, the Don Soffer Aventura High School Foundation, impact fees, and business tax receipts. Commissioners will also discuss campaign donations and the recent passing of a former commissioner, followed by a City Manager review.

• Freebee on-demand transportation service update with ridership data
• Proposed 2022 meeting schedule changes for ACES and DSAHS governing boards
• Update on Don Soffer Aventura High School Foundation
• Discussion on impact fees and business tax receipts
• Discussion on campaign donations and former commissioner's passing

DSAHS Foundation Meetings

The Don Soffer Aventura High School Foundation board is meeting to approve prior minutes, discuss fundraising next steps including dinner events and the Compass Campaign, and consider adding new board members. The meeting is open to the public with time for comments.

• Approval of minutes from October 6, 2021 meeting
• Discussion of score table and chairs
• Fundraising next steps: dinner events and Compass Campaign
• Adding new board members
• Public comments allowed (3 minutes per speaker)

City Commission Meetings

The Local Planning Agency is reviewing an ordinance to amend the City's Comprehensive Plan by adding a Property Rights Element. This addition is required by Florida Statutes following state legislative changes in 2021.

• Ordinance to add a Property Rights Element to the Comprehensive Plan
• Proposed policies regarding property owner rights to possession, use, privacy, and disposal

The Local Planning Agency approved the September 23, 2021 minutes and recommended approval of an ordinance to add a Property Rights Element to the City of Aventura Comprehensive Plan. The meeting adjourned at 6:15 p.m. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of September 23, 2021
• Recommended approval of ordinance adding Property Rights Element to Comprehensive Plan

City Commission Meetings

The Aventura City Commission will hold its regular meeting on November 2, 2021, covering routine approvals, presentations, and several ordinances. Key items include accepting $18,525,074 in federal COVID recovery funds, electing a vice mayor, and holding a second-reading public hearing on a zoning change for a 2.3-acre parcel near NE 214th Street. The meeting also includes first readings on a property rights element, police pension changes, and a budget amendment.

• Accepting $18,525,074 in American Rescue Plan Act funds from the U.S. Treasury
• Second reading: rezone 2.3-acre parcel north of NE 214th Street from B2 to MO (Medical Office)
• First reading: add Property Rights Element to Comprehensive Plan
• First reading: amend police pension to allow in-service distributions for certain retirees
• Approve 2022 Legislative Program and Priorities

The Commission elected Commissioner Rachel S. Friedland as Vice Mayor. It adopted resolutions accepting $18,525,074 in federal COVID-19 recovery funds and the 2022 legislative program, and approved several ordinances on first reading, including a property rights element and police pension changes. A zoning change for a parcel north of NE 214 Street was continued to January 4, 2022.

• Elected Commissioner Rachel S. Friedland as Vice Mayor
• Adopted Resolution No. 2021-59 reappointing Don Soffer Aventura High School Advisory Board members
• Adopted Resolution No. 2021-60 approving the 2022 Legislative Program
• Adopted Resolution No. 2021-61 accepting $18,525,074 in American Rescue Plan Act funds
• Continued zoning change for 2.30-acre parcel north of NE 214 Street to January 4, 2022
• Approved on first reading ordinance adding Property Rights Element to Comprehensive Plan
• Approved on first reading ordinance amending police pension for in-service distribution
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2021-20 amending police pension for military service buy-back

City Commission Meetings

The Aventura City Commission is holding a workshop meeting to discuss several items, including a proposal from Clear Channel Outdoor to relocate a billboard and pay the city $55,000 annually, a review of impact fees, weekend construction rules, and the city's 2022 legislative priorities. The commission will also consider appointments to advisory boards and the 2022 meeting schedule.

• Clear Channel Outdoor proposes relocating a billboard and paying $55,000/year
• Discussion on impact fees
• Discussion on weekend construction
• Approval of 2022 legislative priorities
• Advisory board vacancies (Arts & Cultural Center, Don Soffer High School)

City Commission Meetings

The Aventura City Commission is holding a special meeting to consider a single substantive item: a resolution approving a one-year communications consulting services agreement with Public Communicators Group, LLC. The agreement, which can be renewed for up to two additional one-year terms, would provide professional communication consulting services to the city. The resolution also waives the competitive bidding process for this contract.

• Resolution approving Communications Consulting Services Agreement with Public Communicators Group, LLC
• One-year initial term expiring October 20, 2022, with option for two one-year renewals
• Waiver of competitive bidding for the consulting services contract
• Contract includes $1 million liability insurance requirements for the vendor

The City Commission held a special meeting and adopted Resolution No. 2021-58, approving a communications consulting services agreement between Public Communicators Group, LLC and the City of Aventura. The resolution authorizes the provision of professional communication consulting services and sets an effective date. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned at 9:33 a.m.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2021-58 approving communications consulting services agreement with Public Communicators Group, LLC

Advisory Boards Meetings

The Community Services Advisory Board is meeting to discuss staff reports, including a property managers communication list, a program and events report, and ideas for 'pop-up' community events. The board will also approve minutes from the September 9, 2021 meeting. This is a regular advisory meeting with no major decisions expected.

• Discussion of 'Pop Up' Event Ideas
• Approval of Minutes – September 9, 2021
• Property Managers Communication List
• Program and Events Report

DSAHS Foundation Meetings

The Don Soffer Aventura High School Foundation Board of Directors is meeting to handle routine business, including approving prior minutes, and to discuss several operational items: a school marquee update, score table and chairs, fundraising next steps (dinner events and Halloween), hiring fundraisers, and adding new board members. The meeting is open to the public with time for public comments.

• Approval of minutes from September 1, 2021 meeting
• School marquee update
• Score table and chairs
• Fundraising next steps: dinner events and Halloween
• Hiring fundraisers and adding new board members

City Commission Meetings

The Aventura City Commission adopted ordinances changing the future land use and zoning for a 10.5-acre parcel on Biscayne Boulevard to Town Center, and approved several resolutions including a pedestrian bridge agreement with Miami-Dade County. A separate zoning change for a 2.3-acre parcel was continued to November 2, 2021.

• Adopted Ordinance 2021-18 changing future land use for 10.5-acre Biscayne Blvd parcel to Town Center
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-19 changing zoning for 10.5-acre Biscayne Blvd parcel to TC4 Town Center Office Park
• Continued zoning change for 2.3-acre parcel north of NE 214 St to November 2, 2021
• Adopted Resolution 2021-57 approving interlocal agreement for pedestrian bridge to Brightline station
• Adopted Resolution 2021-56 selecting SEPI, Inc. and Corradino Group for planning consultant services
• Adopted Resolution 2021-55 declaring certain city property surplus
• Approved up to $80,000 for police equipment from federal forfeiture funds
• Approved police pension plan amendments on first reading

ACES & DSAHS Governing Board Meetings

The Aventura City of Excellence School (ACES) Governing Board is meeting to consider approving the 2021-2022 Florida Instructional Continuity Plan and out-of-field teacher waivers. The board will also review minutes from previous July and August meetings.

• Approval of the 2021-2022 Florida Instructional Continuity Plan (ICP)
• Approval of 2021-2022 out-of-field waivers
• Review of July 22, 2021, and August 17, 2021, meeting minutes
• School updates from Principal Dr. Anthony Tyrkala

The Aventura City of Excellence School Governing Board approved the 2021-2022 Florida Instructional Continuity Plan, out-of-field waivers, a $500 stipend for teachers completing endorsement programs, and the 2021-2022 teacher salary increase allocation plan. The board also approved the minutes from the July 22 and August 17 meetings. No action was taken on a Department of Education pilot program for blended/mobile learning.

• Approved minutes of July 22, 2021 Regular Meeting and August 17, 2021 Special Meeting
• Approved 2021-2022 Florida Instructional Continuity Plan (ICP)
• Approved 2021-2022 out-of-field waivers
• Approved $500 stipend per teacher completing endorsement program within 2-year period, effective Sept 30, 2021
• Approved ACES 2021-2022 teacher salary increase allocation plan
• No action taken on Department of Education pilot program for blended/mobile learning

ACES & DSAHS Governing Board Meetings

The Don Soffer Aventura High School Governing Board (the City Commission) will vote on the 2021-2022 Florida Instructional Continuity Plan, out-of-field teacher waivers, and the updated Family Handbook. The board will also hear school updates from Principal Dr. Geoff McKee and consider approval of minutes from July and August meetings. The agenda is largely routine approvals required by the state.

• Motion approving 2021-2022 Florida Instructional Continuity Plan (ICP)
• Motion approving 2021-2022 out-of-field waivers
• Motion approving updated 2021-2022 Family Handbook
• Approval of minutes from July 22 and August 17, 2021 meetings
• School updates from Principal Dr. Geoff McKee

The Don Soffer Aventura High School Governing Board approved the 2021-2022 Florida Instructional Continuity Plan, out-of-field waivers, a $500 teacher endorsement stipend, the updated family handbook, and the teacher salary increase allocation plan. Minutes from July 22 and August 17, 2021 were also approved. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved July 22, 2021 Regular Meeting minutes
• Approved August 17, 2021 Special Meeting minutes
• Approved 2021-2022 Florida Instructional Continuity Plan
• Approved 2021-2022 out-of-field waivers
• Approved $500 stipend per teacher completing endorsement program within 2 years, effective Sept 30, 2021
• Approved updated 2021-2022 DSAHS Family Handbook
• Approved DSAHS 2021-22 Teacher Salary Increase Allocation Plan

City Commission Meetings

The City Commission held its second budget hearing and adopted two ordinances. Ordinance No. 2021-16 set the ad valorem tax millage rate at 1.7261 mills, which is 0.52% above the rolled-back rate. Ordinance No. 2021-17 adopted the final operating and capital budget for fiscal year 2021/2022. Both were approved as part of the second reading.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 2021-16 setting millage rate at 1.7261 mills (0.52% above rolled-back rate)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2021-17 adopting the 2021/2022 final operating and capital budget

City Commission Meetings

The City Commission adopted a resolution appointing members to the Youth Advisory Board for the 2021-2022 school year. It also adopted an ordinance creating a new zoning district, Town Center Office Park Mixed Use (TC4), and approved on first reading a comprehensive plan amendment and two zoning map changes for properties on Biscayne Boulevard. A modification to a sign variance for the Target store was also approved.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2021-53 appointing Youth Advisory Board members
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2021-15 creating TC4 zoning district
• Approved on first reading comprehensive plan amendment for 10.5-acre parcel at 20801-20807 Biscayne Blvd
• Approved on first reading zoning change from OP to TC4 for 10.5-acre parcel at 20801-20807 Biscayne Blvd
• Approved on first reading zoning change from B2 to MO for 2.30-acre parcel north of NE 214 Street
• Adopted Resolution No. 2021-54 modifying sign variance for Target store at 21265 Biscayne Blvd

City Commission Meetings

The Aventura Local Planning Agency approved the July 13, 2021 minutes and recommended approval of three ordinances. These include changing the future land use designation for three parcels on Biscayne Boulevard from Business and Office to Town Center, and rezoning those parcels from OP to TC4. A third ordinance would rezone a 2.30-acre parcel north of NE 214 Street from B2 to MO. All recommendations are subject to final approval by the City Commission.

• Approved minutes of July 13, 2021
• Recommended approval of Future Land Use Map change for 10.5-acre Biscayne Blvd parcels to Town Center
• Recommended approval of zoning change from OP to TC4 for 10.5-acre Biscayne Blvd parcels
• Recommended approval of zoning change from B2 to MO for 2.30-acre parcel north of NE 214 St

City Commission Meetings

The City Commission held its first budget hearing and approved on first reading two ordinances: one setting the ad valorem tax millage rate at 1.7261 mills for the 2021 tax year, and another adopting the tentative operating and capital budget for the 2021/2022 fiscal year. Both items were approved without discussion or public comment, and the meeting adjourned shortly after.

• Approved first reading of ordinance setting millage rate at 1.7261 mills (0.52% above rolled-back rate)
• Approved first reading of ordinance adopting 2021/2022 tentative operating and capital budget

Advisory Boards Meetings

The Community Services Advisory Board is meeting to approve minutes from April 8, 2021, and receive staff reports on fiscal year 20-21, programs and events, and accreditation for parks and recreation agencies. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of minutes from April 8, 2021 meeting
• Staff report on Fiscal Year 20-21
• Program and Events Report
• Commission for Accreditation of Parks and Recreation Agencies update

City Commission Meetings

The City Commission will review ordinances to create a new Town Center Office Park district and require engineering reports for commercial buildings. The agenda also includes several contract awards for landscaping, custodial services, and infrastructure improvements.

• Ordinance to create a new 'Town Center Office Park Mixed Use (TC4) District'
• Ordinance requiring engineering reports for structural and life safety components of commercial buildings
• Contract award to GPE Engineering and General Contractor Corporation for $720,694.46 for Yacht Club Drive drainage improvements
• Contract award to One Source Restoration & Building Services, Inc. for $238,683.00 for Aventura Parking Garage restoration
• Resolution to approve use of opioid settlement funds via a Florida Memorandum of Understanding

The Aventura City Commission approved the consent agenda, which included awarding contracts for landscape maintenance, custodial services, parking garage restoration, and drainage improvements. The commission also adopted resolutions for opioid settlement funds, surplus property, and CCTV pole relocation. An ordinance creating a new Town Center zoning district was continued to September 23, 2021.

• Approved minutes from four prior meetings.
• Adopted Resolution 2021-46 awarding landscape maintenance contract to Grass Roots Complete, LLC.
• Adopted Resolution 2021-47 awarding custodial services contract to Amer-Plus Janitorial Maintenance, LLC.
• Adopted Resolution 2021-48 approving Florida opioid settlement funds memorandum of understanding.
• Adopted Resolution 2021-49 awarding parking garage restoration contract to One Source Restoration & Building Services, Inc. for $238,683.00.
• Adopted Resolution 2021-50 awarding Yacht Club Drive drainage improvements contract to GPE Engineering and General Contractor Corporation for $720,694.46.
• Adopted Resolution 2021-51 declaring certain city property as surplus.
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-14 requiring delivery of engineering reports for commercial buildings.

ACES & DSAHS Governing Board Meetings

The Aventura City Commission is holding a regular meeting with a consent agenda covering contract awards, an opioid settlement agreement, and school financial reports. There are no zoning hearings or first-reading ordinances, but two second-reading ordinances will be considered. The meeting also includes presentations on city schools and employee service awards.

• Award landscape maintenance contract for Government Center to Grass Roots Complete, LLC (Bid 21-07-26-3)
• Award custodial services contract for Aventura City of Excellence School to Amer-Plus Janitorial Maintenance, LLC (Bid 21-07-27-3)
• Approve Florida opioid settlement funds memorandum of understanding
• Award parking garage restoration contract to One Source Restoration & Building Services, Inc. for $238,683 (Bid 21-05-18-3)
• Award Yacht Club Drive drainage improvements contract to GPE Engineering and General Contractor Corporation for $720,694.46 (Bid 21-08-09-3)

The City Commission approved several contracts, including landscape maintenance for the Government Center, custodial services for the Aventura City of Excellence School, parking garage restoration, and Yacht Club Drive drainage improvements. It also adopted resolutions for opioid settlement funds, surplus property disposal, and CCTV pole relocation. An ordinance creating a new Town Center zoning district was continued to September 23, 2021.

• Approved minutes from four prior meetings.
• Adopted Resolution 2021-46 awarding landscape maintenance contract to Grass Roots Complete, LLC.
• Adopted Resolution 2021-47 awarding custodial services contract to Amer-Plus Janitorial Maintenance, LLC.
• Adopted Resolution 2021-48 approving Florida opioid settlement funds memorandum of understanding.
• Adopted Resolution 2021-49 awarding parking garage restoration contract to One Source Restoration & Building Services, Inc. for $238,683.00.
• Adopted Resolution 2021-50 awarding Yacht Club Drive drainage improvements contract to GPE Engineering and General Contractor Corporation for $720,694.46.
• Adopted Resolution 2021-51 declaring certain city property surplus.
• Approved motion to accept and expend $5,000 in Miami-Dade County CBO funds for police and youth activities.

ACES & DSAHS Governing Board Meetings

The Aventura City Commission will vote on several consent agenda items, including contracts for landscape maintenance, custodial services, parking garage restoration, and drainage improvements. They will also hold a second reading on ordinances to create a new Town Center Office Park Mixed Use (TC4) zoning district and require engineering reports for commercial buildings. The meeting includes presentations on schools and youth board appointments.

• Award landscape maintenance contract to Grass Roots Complete, LLC for Government Center
• Award custodial services contract to Amer-Plus Janitorial Maintenance, LLC for Aventura City of Excellence School
• Award $238,683 parking garage restoration contract to One Source Restoration & Building Services, Inc.
• Award $720,694.46 Yacht Club Drive drainage improvements contract to GPE Engineering and General Contractor Corporation
• Second reading: create Town Center Office Park Mixed Use (TC4) zoning district

The Aventura City Commission approved multiple consent agenda items, including contracts for landscape maintenance, custodial services, parking garage restoration, and drainage improvements, as well as an opioid settlement agreement and surplus property declaration. A new Town Center Office Park Mixed Use (TC4) zoning district ordinance was continued to September 23, 2021. The commission also accepted financial reports for both Aventura City of Excellence School and Don Soffer Aventura High School.

• Adopted Resolution 2021-46 awarding landscape maintenance contract to Grass Roots Complete, LLC
• Adopted Resolution 2021-47 awarding custodial services contract to Amer-Plus Janitorial Maintenance, LLC
• Adopted Resolution 2021-48 approving Florida opioid settlement MOU
• Adopted Resolution 2021-49 awarding parking garage restoration to One Source Restoration & Building Services at $238,683
• Adopted Resolution 2021-50 awarding Yacht Club Drive drainage improvements to GPE Engineering at $720,694.46
• Adopted Resolution 2021-51 declaring certain city property surplus
• Approved motion to accept $5,000 in Miami-Dade CBO funds for police and youth activities
• Continued TC4 zoning ordinance to September 23, 2021

Advisory Boards Meetings

The advisory board will meet to review a school report and discuss financial matters. The agenda also includes space for old business, new business, and public comments.

• School Report
• Financials

DSAHS Foundation Meetings

The Don Soffer Aventura High School Foundation board is meeting to discuss financial and operational items, including a budget workshop, updates on the school marquee, billing for Compass dues, a potential grant for the gym and sound system, and fundraising next steps. The meeting is open to the public with time for comments.

• Budget workshop presentation by Brian Raducci
• Billing and customer lists for Compass dues owed 2021/2022
• Grant for school gym and sound system
• Signage for gym to be cancelled if grant covers it
• Fundraising next steps: dinner auction

ACES & DSAHS Governing Board Meetings

The Aventura City Commission, acting as the governing board for the Aventura City of Excellence School (ACES), approved the 2021-2022 Welcome Back to School Plan with amendments. The plan includes a mobile classroom option for extended learning in core courses with 24-hour illness notice, and School Safety Measures & Protocols (Option B) requiring masks with exceptions for substantial medical conditions. The board also approved opting out of the 2020-2021 School Accountability Grade/School Improvement Rating.

• Approved 2021-2022 Welcome Back to School Plan with amendments to mobile classroom and mask protocols
• Approved School Safety Measures & Protocols (Option B) requiring masks with medical condition exceptions
• Approved opting out of 2020-2021 School Accountability Grade/School Improvement Rating

ACES & DSAHS Governing Board Meetings

The Don Soffer Aventura High School Governing Board is meeting to discuss and vote on the school's 2021-2022 'Welcome Back to School' plan. The board will also review the 2020-2021 school accountability grade and improvement rating.

• Approval of the 2021-2022 Welcome Back to School Plan
• Approval of the 2020-2021 School Accountability Grade/School Improvement Rating

The Governing Board approved the 2021-2022 Welcome Back to School Plan for Don Soffer Aventura High School, with amendments to the Safe & Innovative Learning Experience (Mobile Classroom) and the School Safety Measures & Protocols (Option B). The approved safety option requires masks with exceptions for substantial medical conditions. The board also approved opting out of the 2020-2021 School Accountability Grade/School Improvement Rating.

• Approved 2021-2022 Welcome Back to School Plan with amendments to Mobile Classroom and safety protocols
• Approved School Safety Measures & Protocols (Option B) requiring masks with medical condition exceptions
• Approved opting out of 2020-2021 School Accountability Grade/School Improvement Rating

City Commission Meetings

The City Commission held a special meeting to discuss ordinances requiring property owners and managers to submit engineering reports to the city. The first reading of an ordinance for community associations was passed, while a second reading for commercial buildings was introduced.

• Second reading/public hearing: Ordinance creating Section 14-1 to require delivery of building engineering reports
• First reading/public hearing: Ordinance creating Section 14-2 regarding engineering reports for commercial buildings over 2,000 square feet
• Requirement for 'Responsible Persons' to file structural and life safety reports within 24 hours of receipt

The City Commission held a special meeting on August 10, 2021, and adopted Ordinance No. 2021-13 on second reading, which creates City Code Section 14-1 requiring delivery of building engineering reports reflecting structural and life safety conditions. The commission also approved on first reading a related ordinance creating Section 14-2 for commercial buildings, with an amendment. Both actions were taken with amendments, and the meeting adjourned at 6:36 p.m.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 2021-13 creating City Code Section 14-1 (delivery of engineering reports) with amendment
• Approved on first reading ordinance creating City Code Section 14-2 (commercial building engineering reports) with amendment

DSAHS Foundation Meetings

The Don Soffer Aventura High School Foundation board will hold a regular meeting to discuss and decide on several items, including a presentation on the 990 tax form, summer programming, donation plaques, fundraising events, a budget workshop, and the school marquee. The board will also approve minutes from previous meetings and hear public comments.

• Presentation by Lori Smith-Lalla on 990 Tax Form
• Discussion of Summer Programming
• Fundraising Next Steps: Back to School Event and Dinner Auction
• Budget Workshop
• School Marquee

Advisory Boards Meetings

The Art in Public Places Advisory Board is meeting to rank City-owned locations for art displays, review City codes and a working paper on art policy, and discuss possible art projects. The board previously reviewed a list of potential display sites and discussed temporary art concepts, including a possible Founder's Day project.

• Ranking of City property for art display
• Review of City Codes and Working Paper
• Discussion of possible art projects
• Approval of July 16, 2021 minutes
• Public comments

City Commission Meetings

The Aventura City Commission is discussing a proposed Miami-Dade County ordinance that would expand the Rapid Transit Zone to include Metrorail corridors, creating a SMART Corridor Subzone with new development standards. City staff warn the ordinance could strip local control and significantly increase density in Aventura. The commission is also reviewing youth board appointments, COVID-19 vaccine outreach, and a meeting date change.

• Discussion of Miami-Dade ordinance expanding Rapid Transit Zone, potentially allowing up to 60 dwelling units per acre within 1/4 mile of FEC Railroad tracks
• City analysis projects potential increase from 18,035 to 49,714 total dwelling units citywide (176% increase)
• Review of appointments to 2021-2022 Youth Advisory Board
• Discussion of COVID-19 vaccine outreach efforts
• Request to change November 18 workshop meeting to November 10

City Commission Meetings

The Aventura City Commission is reviewing the proposed FY 2021/22 operating and capital budget, including a resolution to establish a tentative millage rate and schedule public hearings. The agenda also includes awarding a group health insurance contract, two ordinance readings (building engineering reports and ethics code amendments), and a resolution urging the Biden administration to condemn Cuba's handling of protests. The meeting is primarily a budget overview and discussion, with formal adoption expected at later hearings.

• Resolution to establish tentative millage rate for FY 2021/22 and set public hearing dates
• Award contract for group health insurance to UnitedHealthcare (Choice Plus BWRJ with RX 124X and V1458) and Aetna for EAP
• Ordinance (first reading) requiring building engineering reports for structural and life safety conditions
• Ordinance (second reading) amending Code of Ethics to implement Charter Section 7.03(B)
• Resolution urging President Biden to condemn Cuban government's handling of pro-democracy protests

The Aventura City Commission reviewed the proposed 2021/2022 budget and approved funds for A and C-J to proceed to budget hearings. They adopted a resolution establishing a tentative millage rate for the fiscal year. The commission also awarded a group health insurance contract to UnitedHealthcare and approved several other resolutions and ordinances.

• Approved budget review for Funds A and C-J to proceed to budget hearings
• Adopted Resolution No. 2021-43 establishing tentative millage rate for 2021/2022
• Adopted Resolution No. 2021-44 awarding group health insurance contract to UnitedHealthcare
• Approved ordinance on first reading requiring building engineering reports (with amendments)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2021-12 amending ethics provisions per charter amendment
• Adopted Resolution No. 2021-45 urging President Biden to condemn Cuban government's handling of protests

ACES & DSAHS Governing Board Meetings

The Aventura City Commission, acting as the Governing Board for the Aventura City of Excellence School (ACES), will consider approving the 2021-2022 Mental Health Plan, Threat Assessment Policy and Master Safety Plan, Parent/Student Handbook, and the 2022 proposed meeting schedule. The board will also receive school updates from Principal Dr. Anthony Tyrkala on enrollment, staffing, grade data, Summer Bridge, and programs. The meeting is open to the public.

• Approval of 2021-2022 Mental Health Plan for ACES
• Approval of 2021-2022 Threat Assessment Policy and Master Safety Plan
• Approval of 2021-2022 Parent/Student Handbook
• Approval of 2022 proposed Governing Board meeting schedule
• School updates from Principal Dr. Anthony Tyrkala on enrollment, staffing, grade data, Summer Bridge, Gifted, Spanish, Cambridge

The Aventura City Commission, acting as the Governing Board for the Aventura City of Excellence School (ACES), approved the 2021-2022 mental health plan, threat assessment policy, master safety plan, parent/student handbook, and the 2022 meeting schedule. The board also approved the minutes from April 15, 2021. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved April 15, 2021 minutes
• Approved 2021-2022 Mental Health Plan
• Approved 2021-2022 Threat Assessment Policy and Master Safety Plan
• Approved 2021-2022 Parent/Student Handbook
• Approved 2022 Governing Board proposed meeting schedule

ACES & DSAHS Governing Board Meetings

The Don Soffer Aventura High School Governing Board (the Aventura City Commission) will vote on several 2021-2022 school-year items: the mental health plan, threat assessment policy and master safety plan, parent/student handbook, and the 2022 meeting schedule. The principal will also give updates on enrollment, curriculum, staffing, and orientation. The agenda includes no public hearings or financial decisions beyond these approvals.

• Approval of 2021-2022 Mental Health Plan
• Approval of 2021-2022 Threat Assessment Policy and Master Safety Plan
• Approval of 2021-2022 Parent/Student Handbook
• Approval of 2022 proposed meeting schedule
• School updates from Principal Dr. Geoff McKee

The Don Soffer Aventura High School Governing Board approved the 2021-2022 mental health plan, threat assessment policy and master safety plan, parent/student handbook, and the 2022 meeting schedule. The board also approved a motion authorizing the City Manager to work with the City Attorney and Charter Schools USA to amend the school's charter to expand enrollment to 900 students. Principal Dr. Geoff McKee provided school updates on curriculum, enrollment, facility, honor roll, orientation, Ray Dass Scholars, schedule, and staffing.

• Approved minutes from April 15, 2021
• Approved 2021-2022 mental health plan
• Approved 2021-2022 threat assessment policy and master safety plan
• Approved 2021-2022 parent/student handbook
• Approved 2022 proposed meeting schedule
• Approved motion to authorize charter amendment to expand to 900 students

Advisory Boards Meetings

The Art in Public Places Advisory Board will discuss and potentially set policy for art displays at city-owned locations, including donations and a loan program with the mall and galleries. The board previously declined a sculpture from Aventura Hospital and artwork by Romero Britto, and is working on criteria for accepting future donations.

• Discussion of city-owned locations for art display
• Policy on donations for public art
• Update on mall and gallery loan program
• Approval of minutes from July 7, 2021 meeting

City Commission Meetings

The Local Planning Agency will hold a public hearing to recommend adoption of an ordinance creating a new Town Center Office Park Mixed Use (TC4) zoning district. This district would allow residential and retail uses in existing office parks, with a maximum density of 25 dwelling units per acre and a floor area ratio of 2.0. The proposal is linked to redevelopment of the Aventura Corporate Center.

• New TC4 zoning district with residential density up to 25 units/acre and FAR up to 2.0
• Requires office space to be at least 40% of non-residential floor area
• Allows hotels with minimum 100 rooms
• Conditional uses include parking structures, aboveground storage tanks, and LEED Gold/Platinum bonuses
• Public hearing on ordinance amending Chapter 31, Section 31-145

The Local Planning Agency approved the April 6, 2021 meeting minutes. The board held a public hearing and recommended approval of an ordinance amending Chapter 31 to create a new zoning district, 'Town Center Office Park Mixed Use (TC4) District.' The recommendation is advisory to the City Commission, which holds final authority. The meeting adjourned at 6:25 p.m.

• Approved the April 6, 2021 meeting minutes
• Recommended approval of the TC4 zoning district ordinance for the Town Center

City Commission Meetings

The Aventura City Commission will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda covering contracts, a mutual aid agreement with Sunny Isles Beach, and a disaster recovery service. The main public hearings involve a conditional use and variances for a mixed-use hotel development at 20955 Biscayne Boulevard, plus first readings of ordinances on ethics and a new Town Center zoning district. The meeting also includes updates on local schools and adoption of the Capital Improvement Program.

• Conditional use to exceed height limit by 11 feet at 20955 Biscayne Boulevard
• Variances for Centtral Aventura LLC: 10-ft side yard setback (code requires 20 ft), two loading spaces (code requires four), two 12-ft overhead garage doors (max 8 ft)
• Ordinance to create new 'Town Center Office Park Mixed Use (TC4)' zoning district
• Contract award: Aventura Parking Garage Restoration to Onel Construction, LLC for $120,600
• Landscape maintenance contract for Biscayne Boulevard rights-of-way to Grass Roots aka GRC Services

The Aventura City Commission approved a conditional use permit allowing a building height 11 feet above the zoning limit and granted variances for a mixed-use development with a hotel at 20955 Biscayne Boulevard. The commission also adopted resolutions for a mutual aid agreement with Sunny Isles Beach, landscape maintenance services, parking garage restoration, disaster recovery services, and other items. Two ordinances were approved on first reading, including one to implement enhanced ethics provisions and one to create a new Town Center Office Park Mixed Use (TC4) zoning district.

• Approved minutes from June 1, June 17 regular workshop, and June 17 special meetings
• Adopted Resolution 2021-33: mutual aid agreement with Sunny Isles Beach for law enforcement
• Adopted Resolution 2021-34: awarded landscape maintenance contract for Biscayne Boulevard rights-of-way to Grass Roots Complete (GRC Services)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-35: awarded parking garage restoration contract to Onel Construction, LLC for $120,600.00
• Adopted Resolution 2021-36: approved CrowderGulf Joint Venture as disaster recovery service
• Adopted Resolution 2021-37: urging Miami-Dade County to require distribution of municipal communications on county agenda items
• Adopted Resolution 2021-38: authorized work authorization for engineering services for Aventura Middle School expansion
• Adopted Resolution 2021-39: declared certain city property as surplus

Advisory Boards Meetings

The Art in Public Places Advisory Board will meet to approve minutes, discuss the donation of the Axiom sculpture from Aventura Hospital, and consider possible future artwork. The board previously discussed requiring developers to fund public art and will continue that discussion.

• Donation of Axiom sculpture by Aventura Hospital and Medical Center
• Discussion of possible future artwork
• Approval of minutes from March 15, 2021
• Public comments

DSAHS Foundation Meetings

The Don Soffer Aventura High School Foundation Board of Directors is meeting to discuss routine business, including approving minutes, meeting with the new principal, and planning fundraising efforts such as the Compass Campaign and summer programming. The agenda is largely procedural and planning-oriented, with no major policy decisions or financial contracts listed.

• Approval of minutes from June 8, 2021 meeting
• Meeting with new principal
• Compass Campaign promotion ideas
• Summer programming
• Fundraising next steps

The Board of Directors of Don Soffer Aventura High School Foundation met on July 1, 2021, with three members present. They unanimously approved the June 8, 2021 meeting minutes. The board discussed Principal Geoff McKee's request for gym equipment funding, cost-saving options like used equipment, the Compass Campaign, and fundraising strategies, but took no formal action on these items.

• Approved June 8, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Discussed gym equipment funding request and used equipment options (no action)
• Discussed Compass Campaign update (no action)
• Discussed back-to-school event credit card portal (no action)
• Discussed donor plaques (no action)
• Discussed fundraising next steps and sign placement (no action)

City Commission Meetings

The City Commission will hold a second reading and public hearing on an ordinance creating Article IX, 'Fertilizer Use,' of Chapter 30, 'Environment,' of the City Code. The ordinance regulates fertilizer application, including a prohibited application period, rate restrictions, and training requirements for commercial and institutional applicators. It aims to protect water quality in Biscayne Bay and other water bodies.

• Ordinance creating Article IX 'Fertilizer Use' of Chapter 30 'Environment'
• Prohibited application period during flood/tropical storm/hurricane warnings or heavy rain (2+ inches)
• Restricted application period from May 15 to October 31
• Fertilizer-free zones within 20 feet of surface waters
• Fines: $250 for second violation, $500 for third and subsequent violations

The City Commission adopted Ordinance No. 2021-11, creating Article IX, 'Fertilizer Use,' of Chapter 30, 'Environment,' in the City Code, regulating fertilizer application. The ordinance was passed at a special meeting on June 17, 2021, following a workshop, and includes provisions for severability, inclusion in the code, and an effective date.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 2021-11, creating Article IX on fertilizer use regulation

City Commission Meetings

The Aventura City Commission is holding a workshop to review the proposed 2021/22–2025/26 Capital Improvement Program, a $18.08 million plan covering parks, roads, drainage, buildings, and technology. The commission will also discuss due diligence for the Aventura Middle School expansion, the high school education plan, and municipal positions on county items. No final votes are scheduled; several items require future resolutions or ordinances.

• Review of 5-year CIP totaling $18,084,059 across 39 projects
• Discussion of Work Authorization No. 2021-043508122-001 for Aventura Middle School expansion due diligence
• Review of Don Soffer Aventura High School education plan for 2021/2022
• Discussion of municipal positions on Miami-Dade County items
• Review of ordinance amending City Code for Charter Section 7.03(b)

DSAHS Foundation Meetings

The Don Soffer Aventura High School Foundation Board of Directors is meeting to discuss wrapping up the Compass Campaign, plan summer programming, review donations, and decide next fundraising steps. The agenda is largely routine and forward-looking, with no major decisions or financial details specified.

• Compass Campaign wrap-up and promotion ideas
• Summer programming plans
• Donations review
• Fundraising next steps
• Approval of minutes from April 27, 2021 meeting

City Commission Meetings

The Aventura City Commission will hold public hearings on two ordinances that would allow multifamily residential uses with up to 57 dwelling units per acre in the Medical Office (MO) district, subject to conditional use approval and road dedication. The commission will also consider a conditional use permit for an arcade at Aventura Mall, a fertilizer use ordinance, and several consent agenda items including a $42,000 police vehicle security upgrade.

• Conditional use approval for an arcade at Aventura Mall, 19501 Biscayne Boulevard, tenant space 431
• Ordinance to create Article IX 'Fertilizer Use' in Chapter 30 'Environment'
• Ordinance to allow multifamily residential uses up to 57 dwelling units per acre in Medical Office district (second reading)
• Appropriation of up to $42,000 for police vehicle security upgrades from Police Federal Forfeiture Funds
• Resolution accepting Florida DEP grant for Waterways Park improvements

The commission approved a conditional use permit for an arcade at Aventura Mall, adopted a fertilizer use ordinance on first reading, and passed several resolutions and ordinances including budget amendments for two city schools and changes to allow multifamily residential uses in the Medical Office district. All actions were approved as listed, with no denials or tabling.

• Approved minutes of May 4 and May 20 meetings
• Adopted Resolution 2021-28 appointing fifth member to Police Officers' Retirement Plan board
• Adopted Resolution 2021-29 accepting FDEP grant for Waterways Park improvements
• Adopted Resolution 2021-30 approving Debris Tech, LLC as disaster debris monitoring service
• Approved motion to appropriate up to $42,000 for police vehicle security upgrades from forfeiture funds
• Adopted Resolution 2021-31 declaring certain city property surplus
• Adopted Resolution 2021-32 granting conditional use for arcade at Aventura Mall (19501 Biscayne Blvd, space 431) with amended condition
• Approved fertilizer use ordinance on first reading

Advisory Boards Meetings

The Aventura Youth Advisory Board will review the final presentation for the Trader Joe's project, which they are scheduled to deliver at the June 1, 2021 City Commission meeting. The agenda also includes approval of the May 17, 2021 minutes and other business. This is a regular meeting with no public hearings or major decisions expected.

• Review of presentation for Trader Joe's project
• Approval of minutes from May 17, 2021
• Presentation to City Commission scheduled for June 1, 2021

City Commission Meetings

The Aventura City Commission is holding a workshop meeting with four agenda items. They will receive an update on the water and sewer infrastructure upgrade along Island Boulevard and N.E. 183 Street, discuss rescheduling the July 7 commission meeting to July 14, and discuss the responsibilities of the Community Services Advisory Board. The meeting is open to the public.

• Update on water and sewer infrastructure upgrade along Island Boulevard and N.E. 183 Street
• Discussion on rescheduling Commission meeting from July 7 to July 14
• Discussion on responsibilities of Community Services Advisory Board
• Board jurisdiction includes beautification, go green initiatives, special events, recreation, senior/youth programs, shuttle bus services, and Tree City U.S.A. requirements

Advisory Boards Meetings

The Aventura Youth Advisory Board is meeting to discuss participation in city events and the ongoing Trader Joe's project, including updates from its information, presentation, social media, and survey teams. The board will also approve minutes from the May 10 meeting and handle other business.

• Discussion of Trader Joe's project team updates
• Discussion of participation in city events and meetings
• Approval of minutes from May 10, 2021
• Preparation for presentation at June 1 City Commission meeting

Advisory Boards Meetings

The Aventura Youth Advisory Board is meeting virtually to discuss participation in city events and the Trader Joe's project, with team updates and future goals. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the May 3, 2021 meeting and other business.

• Discussion of Trader Joe's project team updates (Information, Presentation/Video, Social Media, Survey/Outreach)
• Discussion of participation in city events and meetings
• Approval of minutes from May 3, 2021 meeting
• Other business

Advisory Boards Meetings

This is a public notice for an advisory board meeting in Aventura, Florida, scheduled for May 5, 2021, at 4:00 PM. The agenda includes administrative items, a school report, new and old business, financials, and public comments. The meeting is open to the public.

• Meeting date and time: May 5, 2021, 4:00 PM
• Location: 3151 NE 213 Street, Aventura, FL 33180
• Agenda includes a school report
• Public comments are invited
• Financials are on the agenda

City Commission Meetings

The Aventura City Commission will vote on a zoning amendment for a 1.55-acre parcel at 20955 Biscayne Boulevard, changing its designation from Office Park to Community Business. The meeting also includes the adoption of FY 2021/2022 budgets for the Aventura City of Excellence School and Don Soffer Aventura High School. Additionally, the Commission will approve a modification to a previous resolution for a retail/office/assisted living facility at 21290 Biscayne Boulevard.

• Ordinance to rezone 1.55-acre parcel at 20955 Biscayne Blvd from OP (Office Park) to B2 (Community Business)
• Resolution to modify Resolution No. 2020-09 for a retail/office/assisted living facility at 21290 Biscayne Blvd, increasing floor area ratio to 2.0
• Ordinance adopting FY 2021/2022 operating and capital budget for Aventura City of Excellence School
• Ordinance adopting FY 2021/2022 budget for Don Soffer Aventura High School
• Motion to appropriate up to $11,500 from police federal forfeiture funds for security upgrades to the Aventura Government Center

The Aventura City Commission elected Commissioner Dr. Linda Marks as Vice Mayor. It adopted a zoning change for a 1.55-acre parcel at 20955 Biscayne Boulevard from OP to B2, and approved a modification to a development agreement for a retail/office/assisted living facility at 21290 Biscayne Boulevard. The commission also approved several consent agenda items, including a surplus property resolution and a $11,500 security upgrade funded by police forfeiture funds, and adopted budgets for the city's charter schools.

• Elected Dr. Linda Marks as Vice Mayor
• Adopted zoning change at 20955 Biscayne Blvd from OP to B2 (Ordinance 2021-04)
• Adopted modification for development at 21290 Biscayne Blvd (Resolution 2021-27)
• Approved surplus property resolution (Resolution 2021-25)
• Approved $11,500 for security upgrades from police forfeiture funds
• Adopted election results for April 27, 2021 special election (Resolution 2021-26)
• Approved ACES budget amendment on first reading
• Adopted ACES FY 2021/2022 budget (Ordinance 2021-05)

Advisory Boards Meetings

The Aventura Youth Advisory Board is meeting virtually to discuss participation in city events, share feedback from the Florida League of Cities Youth Council Virtual Summit, and continue work on the Trader Joe's project, including updates from its four teams. The board will also approve minutes from its April 19 meeting and handle other business.

• Discussion of Trader Joe's project with updates from Information, Social Media, Presentation/Video, and Survey/Outreach teams
• Feedback from the Florida League of Cities Youth Council Virtual Summit
• Discussion of participation in city events and meetings
• Approval of minutes from April 19, 2021 meeting
• Meeting held via Zoom due to COVID-19 emergency

DSAHS Foundation Meetings

The Don Soffer Aventura High School Foundation board will meet virtually via Zoom to approve minutes, receive updates on the Compass Campaign and launch event, and discuss fundraising efforts and donor agreements. The meeting is open to the public with time for comments.

• Approval of minutes from March 23, 2021 meeting
• Update on Compass Campaign and launch event
• Fundraising efforts and programming
• Donor agreement(s)
• Public comments (3 minutes per speaker)

Advisory Boards Meetings

The Aventura Youth Advisory Board is meeting virtually to discuss participation in city events, registration for the Florida League of Cities Youth Council Virtual Summit, and the Trader Joe's project information, including team presentations and surveys. The agenda also includes approval of minutes and other business.

• Discussion of Trader Joe's project information
• Florida League of Cities Youth Council Virtual Summit registration
• Discussion of participation in city events and meetings
• Approval of minutes from April 5, 2021

City Commission Meetings

The Aventura City Commission is holding a virtual workshop meeting to discuss two items: Recovery Act projects and the Waterways Park tot lot. The meeting is being held remotely due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and no formal votes are scheduled.

• Discussion: Recovery Act Projects (City Manager)
• Discussion: Waterways Park Tot Lot (City Manager)

ACES & DSAHS Governing Board Meetings

The ACES Governing Board is reviewing a first reading of an ordinance to adopt the 2021/2022 fiscal year budget. The meeting also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and a school update from Principal Anthony Tyrkala.

• First reading of ordinance to adopt 2021/20/22 ACES operating and capital budget
• Approval of January 21, 2021, meeting minutes
• Review of 2021-2022 school calendar
• School update regarding enrollment and mid-year dashboards

ACES & DSAHS Governing Board Meetings

The Aventura City Commission, acting as the Don Soffer Aventura High School Governing Board, will hold a virtual meeting to consider adopting the school's 2021/2022 budget (Fund 191) on first reading, approve the 2021-2022 school calendar, and receive a school update from Principal David McKnight. The meeting follows the ACES Governing Board meeting and is conducted via Zoom due to the COVID-19 emergency.

• First reading of ordinance adopting the 2021/2022 Don Soffer Aventura High School budget (Fund 191)
• Approval of the 2021-2022 school calendar
• School update from Principal David McKnight: mid-year dashboards, enrollment, hiring, parent concerns, PowerSchool Parent View, study abroad
• Approval of minutes from January 21, 2021 meeting

Advisory Boards Meetings

The Community Services Advisory Board will meet virtually to approve Go Green Recognition applications, hear staff reports on events, and approve the March 4, 2021 minutes. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom.

• Approval of Go Green Recognition applications
• Events report including Movie Night and high school graduation car parade
• Approval of minutes from March 4, 2021
• Public comment period

City Commission Meetings

The Aventura Local Planning Agency will hold a public hearing to recommend adoption of three ordinances: rezoning 20955 Biscayne Boulevard from Office Park to Community Business to allow a mixed-use retail and hotel project, and two related amendments to permit multifamily residential uses in the Medical Office district with increased density and floor area ratio. The meeting is virtual via Zoom due to COVID-19.

• Rezone 1.55-acre parcel at 20955 Biscayne Blvd from OP to B2 for a 129-room hotel and 40,000 sq ft retail project
• Amend Comprehensive Plan to allow residential uses in MO district and increase floor area ratio for developments dedicating land for roads
• Amend zoning code to allow multifamily uses up to 57 dwelling units per acre and 2.49 floor area ratio in MO district
• Public comments accepted via Zoom or email by April 5, 2021

The Aventura Local Planning Agency recommended approval of three ordinances. These include rezoning a 1.55-acre parcel at 20955 Biscayne Boulevard from office park to community business district, and amending the comprehensive plan and land development regulations to allow multifamily residential uses in the medical office district, with increased density and floor area ratio for developments that dedicate land for public roads. The board also approved the minutes from September 8, 2020.

• Approved the minutes from the September 8, 2020 meeting.
• Recommended approval of an ordinance to rezone 1.55 acres at 20955 Biscayne Boulevard from OP (Office Park) to B2 (Community Business) district.
• Recommended approval of an ordinance to amend the comprehensive plan to allow residential uses in the MO (Medical Office) district and increase floor area ratio for developments that dedicate land for public roads.
• Recommended approval of an ordinance to amend the land development regulations to allow multifamily residential uses in the MO district, with a maximum of 57 dwelling units per acre and a floor area ratio of 2.49, subject to conditional use approval.

City Commission Meetings

The Aventura City Commission is holding a regular meeting with several public hearings. Key items include first readings of ordinances that would allow multifamily residential uses in the Medical Office (MO) district and contiguous business/office lands, with increased density and floor area ratio in exchange for dedicating land for public roads. The Commission will also consider conditional use approvals for alcohol sales at two Aventura Mall tenants, a zoning map change for a parcel on Biscayne Boulevard, and a budget amendment for the 2020/2021 fiscal year.

• First reading: ordinance to allow multifamily residential (up to 57 units/acre, 2.49 FAR) in MO district and contiguous business/office lands, contingent on road dedication
• First reading: ordinance to rezone 1.55-acre parcel at 20955 Biscayne Blvd from OP (Office Park) to B2 (Community Business)
• Conditional use: beer/wine sales at Laduree, Aventura Mall space #069, 19501 Biscayne Blvd
• Conditional use: alcoholic beverages at Pollos y Jarras Restaurant, Aventura Mall expansion space 956, 19565 Biscayne Blvd
• Consent agenda: award contract for Peace Park Restroom Improvements to ABS General Contractors, Inc. for $175,309.61

The Aventura City Commission approved several consent agenda items, including a consulting agreement with Joanne Carr, a resolution urging the Florida Legislature to protect local home rule authority, a $175,309.61 contract for Peace Park restroom improvements, and a surplus property declaration. The commission also granted conditional use approvals for beer and wine sales at Laduree and Pollos y Jarras in the Aventura Mall, approved a zoning change on first reading, and tabled a request to modify a development resolution. The 2020/2021 budget amendment was adopted on second reading.

• Approved minutes for March 2 and March 18 meetings
• Adopted Resolution 2021-19 authorizing consulting agreement with Joanne Carr
• Adopted Resolution 2021-20 urging Florida Legislature to protect home rule
• Adopted Resolution 2021-21 awarding Peace Park restroom contract to ABS General Contractors for $175,309.61
• Adopted Resolution 2021-22 declaring certain city property surplus
• Adopted Resolution 2021-23 granting conditional use for beer/wine at Laduree, Aventura Mall
• Adopted Resolution 2021-24 granting conditional use for alcohol at Pollos y Jarras, Aventura Mall
• Tabled Medical District Developments LLC request to May 4, 2021

Advisory Boards Meetings

The Aventura Youth Advisory Board is meeting virtually to approve minutes from March 26, 2021, and discuss participation in city events and meetings. The main item is a discussion of the Trader Joe's project, with assignments for information, social media, presentation/video, and survey/community outreach teams. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of Trader Joe's project with four sub-teams
• Approval of minutes from March 26, 2021
• Discussion of participation in city events and meetings

Advisory Boards Meetings

The Aventura Youth Advisory Board is meeting virtually to discuss participation in city events and the Trader Joe's project, with sub-teams assigned to information, social media, presentation/video, and survey/outreach. The board will also approve minutes from its March 15, 2021 meeting.

• Discussion of Trader Joe's project with four sub-teams
• Approval of minutes from March 15, 2021
• Discussion of participation in city events and meetings

DSAHS Foundation Meetings

The Board of Directors will meet via Zoom to conduct business including budget approval and board appointments. The agenda also includes updates on the Compass Campaign and fundraising efforts.

• Appointment of Whitney Walters-Sachs to the Board
• Budget Approval
• Update on Compass Campaign
• Approval of February 22, 2021 Meeting Minutes

Advisory Boards Meetings

The Aventura Youth Advisory Board is meeting virtually to discuss participation in city events and projects, including a presentation to attract Trader Joe's to open a store in Aventura. They will also approve minutes from the February 22, 2021 meeting and handle other business.

• Discussion of Trader Joe's recruitment project
• Approval of February 22, 2021 meeting minutes
• Discussion of participation in city events and meetings

Advisory Boards Meetings

The Art in Public Places Advisory Board is meeting virtually to select a chairperson and vice-chairperson, hear public comments, and discuss the donation of the Axiom Sculpture from Aventura Hospital and Medical Center. The agenda also includes old and new business items. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom.

• Selection of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson
• Public Comments
• Donation of Axiom Sculpture — Aventura Hospital and Medical Center
• Old Business
• New Business

Advisory Boards Meetings

The Community Services Advisory Board is holding a virtual meeting due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The agenda includes selecting a chair and vice chair, public comment, approving minutes from March 5, 2020, and receiving reports from the city manager and staff on grants, programming, and events.

• Selection of Chair and Vice Chair
• Approval of Minutes – March 5, 2020
• City Manager Reports: Grant Submissions
• Staff Reports: Programming Report and Events Report

Advisory Boards Meetings

The Advisory Board of Directors of Aventura, FL, is holding a regular meeting on March 3, 2021, at 4:00 PM. The agenda includes standard items such as call to order, school report, new and old business, financials, public comments, and adjournment. No specific decisions or proposals are listed, so the meeting appears to be routine procedural business.

• School report
• Financials review
• Public comments period

City Commission Meetings

The Aventura City Commission will hold a regular meeting via Zoom on March 2, 2021. The agenda includes consent items such as approving minutes, a landscape maintenance contract renewal with FDOT, board appointments, a $10,000 appropriation to the high school foundation from police forfeiture funds, and a resolution urging state legislation to restrict smoking at beaches and parks. The commission will also hold a first reading of a budget amendment ordinance and a second reading of an ordinance revising the Art in Public Places Advisory Board composition.

• Contract renewal for landscape maintenance along Biscayne Boulevard from Oleta River Bridge to Miami-Dade/Broward County line
• Appropriation of up to $10,000 to Don Soffer Aventura High School Foundation for law enforcement programs from police federal forfeiture funds
• Resolution urging Florida Legislature to approve Senate Bill 334 or House Bill 239 to restrict smoking at public beaches and parks
• First reading of ordinance amending 2020/2021 fiscal year operating and capital budget
• Second reading of ordinance revising composition of Art in Public Places Advisory Board

The Aventura City Commission approved a consent agenda including several resolutions and motions, and passed a budget amendment ordinance on first reading. The most substantive action was approving the 2020/2021 fiscal year operating and capital budget revision as outlined in Exhibit A, which will require a second reading. All other items were routine approvals of minutes, appointments, contracts, and reports.

• Approved minutes of Feb 2 and Feb 18, 2021 meetings
• Adopted Resolution 2021-13 authorizing FDOT landscape maintenance contract renewal on Biscayne Blvd
• Adopted Resolution 2021-14 appointing Community Services Advisory Board members for one-year term
• Adopted Resolution 2021-15 appointing Art in Public Places Advisory Board members for two-year term
• Adopted Resolution 2021-16 appointing a member to Don Soffer Aventura High School Foundation board
• Approved motion appropriating up to $10,000 to DSAHS Foundation for law enforcement programs from police forfeiture funds
• Adopted Resolution 2021-17 urging Florida Legislature to approve SB 334/HB 239 to allow smoking restrictions at public beaches and parks
• Approved budget amendment ordinance on first reading (2020/2021 fiscal year revision)

City Commission Meetings

The Aventura City Commission is holding a virtual workshop meeting to discuss a development proposal for the North Medical District, consider appointments to three advisory boards, and discuss supporting Florida bills that would restrict smoking in public places. No formal votes are scheduled; the items are for discussion and direction, with potential resolutions to be placed on a future regular meeting agenda.

• Presentation: North Medical District Development Proposal
• Discussion: Appointments to Community Services Advisory Board, Art in Public Places Advisory Board, and Don Soffer Aventura High School Foundation Board
• Discussion: Support for Florida House and Senate Bills 239 and 334 restricting smoking in public places
• Applicants include Jaclyn P. Riley (Community Services), Helen Chaset (Art in Public Places), and Whitney Walters-Sachs (High School Foundation)

City Commission Meetings

The Aventura City Commission is holding a regular meeting via Zoom due to COVID-19. Key actions include approving consent agenda items such as a $17,000 appropriation for security gates, awarding an on-demand transportation contract to Freebee, and dedicating an easement to Miami-Dade Water and Sewer. The commission will also consider first reading of an ordinance to revise the Art in Public Places Advisory Board composition and hold a public hearing on proposed charter amendments for the April 27, 2021 special election.

• Appropriation of up to $17,000 for motorized aluminum security gates from police federal forfeiture funds
• Award contract for RFP No. 20-07-23-3 on-demand transportation services to BeeFree LLC d/b/a Freebee
• Dedicate 12-foot-wide easement to Miami-Dade Water and Sewer Department on Don Soffer Aventura High School site
• Submit proposed charter amendments to voters in April 27, 2021 special election (term limits, conflicts of interest, charter revision)
• First reading of ordinance revising Art in Public Places Advisory Board composition

The City Commission approved a resolution to place proposed charter amendments on the ballot for a special election on April 27, 2021, covering term limits, conflicts of interest, and charter revision. The commission also adopted resolutions declaring city property surplus, awarding an on-demand transportation contract to Freebee, and dedicating an easement to Miami-Dade Water and Sewer. Consent items included approval of prior meeting minutes and a $17,000 appropriation for security gates from police forfeiture funds.

• Approved minutes of Jan 5, Jan 21 special, and Jan 21 workshop meetings
• Adopted Resolution 2021-09 declaring city property surplus and authorizing disposal
• Approved $17,000 appropriation for motorized aluminum security gates from police forfeiture funds
• Adopted Resolution 2021-10 awarding on-demand transportation contract to Freebee LLC
• Adopted Resolution 2021-11 dedicating 12-foot easement to Miami-Dade Water and Sewer on high school site
• Adopted Resolution 2021-12 calling special election for charter amendments on April 27, 2021
• Approved on first reading ordinance revising Art in Public Places Advisory Board composition

City Commission Meetings

The Aventura City Commission is holding a special meeting to consider a resolution urging Florida Governor Ron DeSantis to amend Executive Order 20-315 to include teachers in the Phase One COVID-19 vaccination priority list. The resolution cites the city's support for local schools and the importance of teachers continuing to educate students. The meeting is conducted virtually due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

• Resolution urging Governor to amend Executive Order 20-315 to include teachers in Phase One COVID-19 vaccination priority list
• Public hearing on the resolution
• Meeting held via Zoom due to COVID-19 emergency
• Public comments accepted via email by January 20, 2021

The City Commission adopted Resolution No. 2021-08, urging the Florida Governor to amend Executive Order 20-315 to include teachers in the Phase One COVID-19 vaccination priority list. The resolution was passed during a special meeting held virtually on January 21, 2021.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2021-08 urging governor to include teachers in Phase One COVID-19 vaccination priority list

City Commission Meetings

The Don Soffer Aventura High School Governing Board will meet via Zoom to review the December 14, 2020, meeting minutes and receive a school update from Principal David McKnight. The agenda also includes a section for other business.

• Approval of December 14, 2020, meeting minutes
• School update from DSAHS Principal David McKnight

City Commission Meetings

The Aventura City Commission is holding a virtual workshop meeting to discuss several items, including a presentation on the Freebee electric vehicle transportation service agreement, proposed charter amendments, and campaign contribution rules. The Freebee agreement, with a contract sum not to exceed $322,953.80, was previously tabled and is up for further review.

• Discussion of agreement with Beefree, LLC dba Freebee for on-demand electric transportation services, contract sum up to $322,953.80
• Presentation by Miami-Dade County Homeless Trust
• Discussion of revisions to proposed charter amendments
• Selection of Arts in Public Places Advisory Board members
• Discussion of accepting campaign contributions from city vendors

City Commission Meetings

The Aventura City Commission will hold a regular meeting via Zoom on January 5, 2021, to consider consent agenda items including adopting the 2021 legislative program, ratifying a special master appointment, and awarding an on-demand transportation contract to Freebee. They will also hold public hearings on a sign variance modification for Aventura Hospital and a conditional use for retail at an office/hotel development, and conduct a second reading of a budget amendment ordinance.

• Resolution to submit charter amendments to voters in April 2021 special election (term limits, conflicts of interest, charter revision)
• Resolution awarding RFP No. 20-07-23-3 for on-demand transportation services to BeeFree LLC d/b/a Freebee
• Zoning hearing: sign variance modification for Aventura Hospital and Medical Center at 20900 Biscayne Boulevard
• Zoning hearing: conditional use for retail (7.85% of gross interior square footage) at 2820 NE 214 Street
• Second reading of ordinance amending 2019/2020 fiscal year budget

The Aventura City Commission approved the 2021 legislative program and adopted resolutions certifying the November 3, 2020 election results. It also approved a sign variance modification for Aventura Hospital, granted conditional use for retail at 2820 NE 214 Street, and adopted a budget amendment for fiscal year 2019/2020. Several items were tabled to the January 21, 2021 workshop, including proposed charter amendments and an on-demand transportation contract.

• Adopted 2021 Legislative Program as Resolution No. 2021-01
• Adopted election results for Commission Seats 1 and 5 as Resolution No. 2021-02
• Approved appointment of Daniel Naim as Special Master for code enforcement
• Adopted resolution urging Bahamas to ban offshore oil drilling as Resolution No. 2021-03
• Approved Don Soffer Aventura High School Foundation board appointments as Resolution No. 2021-04
• Authorized elected officials to participate in ICMA-RC 457 plan as Resolution No. 2021-05
• Approved sign variance modification for Aventura Hospital as Resolution No. 2021-06
• Granted conditional use for retail at 2820 NE 214 Street as Resolution No. 2021-07