Aventura public meetings in 2025

City Commission Meetings

The Aventura City Commission will convene a special workshop at 10:00 a.m. on December 17, 2025. The agenda includes a presentation by the City Manager on a vision for a new high school. No formal actions or votes are listed for this meeting.

• New High School Visioning Workshop Presentation by the City Manager

Advisory Boards Meetings

The Aventura Advisory Board will meet on December 10, 2025 at 4:30 PM at 3151 NE 213 Street. The agenda lists a call to order, administrative items, a school report, new and old business, a financial review, and public comments. No specific actions or decisions are detailed in the agenda.

• Call to Order
• Administrative matters
• School Report presentation
• Discussion of New Business items
• Review of Financials

Advisory Boards Meetings

The Community Services Advisory Board will review past and upcoming city events. The board is scheduled to review and approve the 'Spread the Love' event.

• Review and approval of 'Spread the Love' event
• Review of fall and upcoming events
• Approval of September 25, 2025 meeting minutes

City Commission Meetings

The Aventura City Commission will review the Uptown Aventura Mobility Plan and the Arium/Lincoln Pointe Development Plan. Commissioners will discuss the City Bicycle Program, consider the proposed 2026 meeting schedule, and examine a policy for members with office accounts. No formal decisions are indicated in the agenda.

• Review: Uptown Aventura Mobility Plan
• Review: Arium/Lincoln Pointe Development Plan
• Discussion: City Bicycle Program
• Review: 2026 Proposed City Commission Meeting Schedule
• Discussion: Policy for Commission Members with Office Accounts

City Commission Meetings

The Aventura City Commission will vote on a consent agenda that includes reappointing members to the Don Soffer Aventura High School Advisory Board, authorizing several police‑related contracts and appropriations, and approving the purchase of a marine patrol vessel for up to $248,000. The meeting also contains first‑reading ordinances on budget revisions, advisory board changes, and new micromobility regulations, as well as second‑reading ordinances that have been deferred to January 2026. Public comments and staff reports will follow the agenda items.

• Reappointment of members to the Don Soffer Aventura High School Advisory Board for a two‑year term
• Authorization of a contract with the South Florida Police Benevolent Association
• Appropriation of up to $97,292 from police forfeiture funds for two aggressive‑driving enforcement vehicles
• Award of a contract to Axon Enterprises for body‑worn cameras, tasers, interview‑room cameras, and VR training headsets
• Approval of a marine patrol vessel procurement for the police department, not to exceed $248,000

The Aventura City Commission adopted six resolutions authorizing contracts and expenditures for police and public‑safety services, including a $97,292 appropriation for two police vehicles. It also approved a marine patrol vessel purchase up to $248,000 and waived competitive bidding for a $360,000 project‑management contract. Three zoning ordinance items were deferred to the January 2026 meeting, and several ordinances were passed on first reading covering the budget, advisory boards, and micromobility regulations.

• Adopted Resolution 2025-62 authorizing City Manager to execute contract with South Florida Police Benevolent Association
• Approved up to $97,292 from police forfeiture funds for two vehicles for the Police Aggressive Driving Enforcement Unit
• Adopted Resolution 2025-63 awarding contract to Axon Enterprises, Inc. for body‑worn cameras, tasers, interview‑room cameras, and VR training headsets
• Adopted Resolution 2025-64 approving procurement of a marine patrol vessel, authorizing expenditures not to exceed $248,000
• Adopted Resolution 2025-65 waiving competitive bidding and authorizing a contract with HPF Associates, Inc. for project‑management services up to $360,000
• Adopted Resolution 2025-66 awarding contract with Charter Schools USA, Inc. for facilities development oversight up to $360,000
• Deferred three zoning ordinance items to the January 2026 City Commission meeting

City Commission Meetings

The City Commission will hold a workshop to review draft ordinances regarding e-bikes, e-scooters, and the Arts in Aventura Board. The body will also discuss the Police Benevolent Association contract and a lawsuit involving SB 180 and land development regulations.

• Review of draft E-Bikes/E-Scooters Ordinance
• Review of draft Arts in Aventura Board Ordinance
• Review of Police Benevolent Association Contract
• Revised plans for 'Cassa' regarding Resolution # 2025-44
• Summary of SB 180 lawsuit involving land development regulations

City Commission Meetings

The Commission will vote on several consent‑agenda items, including approval of September meeting minutes, ratification of special masters for code enforcement, and adoption of the 2026 legislative program. It will also approve the final ranking of firms for Construction Manager‑at‑Risk services for the proposed Aventura High School, and consider motions related to the Aventura City of Excellence School and Don Soffer Aventura High School. Additional items include amendments to travel expense procedures and several zoning ordinance proposals that are deferred to the November 4 meeting.

• Approval of final ranking of firms for Request for Qualifications No. 2025‑07 for CMAR services for the proposed Aventura High School
• Ratification of City Manager’s reappointment of Barbara Buxton, Daniel Naim, and Clifford Schulman as special masters for code enforcement
• Adoption of the City of Aventura 2026 Legislative Program and Priorities
• Amendment of procedures for Commission travel and expenses
• Small‑scale amendment to the Future Land Use Map redesignating ~13.93 acres from Business and Office to Town Center (deferred to Nov 4)

The commission approved the minutes from four September meetings and ratified the reappointment of three special masters for code enforcement. It adopted Resolution No. 2025‑58 to set the 2026 legislative program, and also adopted resolutions amending travel procedures and approving the CMAR firm ranking for the proposed high school. Several school‑related waivers and a teacher‑salary plan were approved, while three zoning amendments were deferred to the November meeting.

• Approved minutes from Sep 2, Sep 9, Sep 16, Sep 18 2025 meetings
• Ratified reappointment of Barbara Buxton, Daniel Naim, and Clifford Schulman as special masters for code enforcement
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025‑58 adopting the 2026 legislative program and priorities
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025‑59 amending commission travel and expense procedures
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025‑60 approving final ranking of firms for CMAR services for the proposed Aventura High School and authorizing negotiation
• Approved out‑of‑field waivers for ACES and DSAHS schools
• Approved 2025‑2026 teacher salary increase allocation plan for ACES and DSAHS
• Deferred three zoning amendment ordinances to Nov 4, 2025; adopted Ordinance No. 2025‑18 amending residential zoning districts to allow limited service hotels in Town Center 1 district

Advisory Boards Meetings

The Community Services Advisory Board will elect a chair and vice‑chair, review upcoming community events, and consider approval of the Founders Day event plan. It will also set the date for the next meeting.

• Selection of board chair
• Selection of board vice chair
• Review of upcoming events
• Approval of Founders Day event plan
• Discussion of next meeting date

ACES & DSAHS Governing Board Meetings

The Aventura Governing Board will discuss and vote on the 2025-2026 CSUSA K-12 Reading Plan and the Internet Acceptable Use and Safety Policy for both the Aventura City of Excellence School and Don Soffer Aventura High School.

• Approval of 2025-26 CSUSA K-12 Reading Plan
• Approval of 2025-2026 Internet Acceptable Use and Safety Policy
• Approval of reappointment of Parent Facilitator/Conflict Resolution Officers
• Approval of ACES Charter Enrollment Amendment
• School updates for ACES and DSAHS

The board approved the minutes from the June 12, 2025 meeting. It also approved the 2025‑26 CSUSA K‑12 reading plan and the Internet Acceptable Use and Safety Policy for both schools. The board reappointed Bryan Pegues and Kimberly Merchant as the parent facilitator/conflict resolution officers for ACES and DSAHS, respectively. Finally, the board approved an amendment to increase ACES charter enrollment to 1,232 students.

• Approved June 12, 2025 meeting minutes
• Approved 2025‑26 CSUSA K‑12 reading plan for ACES and DSAHS
• Approved 2025‑26 CSUSA Internet Acceptable Use and Safety Policy for ACES and DSAHS
• Reappointed Bryan Pegues as ACES Parent Facilitator/Conflict Resolution Officer
• Reappointed Kimberly Merchant as DSAHS Parent Facilitator/Conflict Resolution Officer
• Approved ACES charter enrollment amendment to increase enrollment to 1,232 students

City Commission Meetings

The Aventura City Commission meeting on September 18, 2025 includes a resolution to add a kindergarten allowance to the existing BH Academy Preschool at 20295 NE 29 Place. The commission will also consider ratifying the reappointment of three Special Masters for the city’s Code Enforcement process. Additional discussion items cover an arts board ordinance, legislation on e‑bikes and e‑scooters, and tax relief measures.

• Resolution to add a kindergarten allowance to BH Academy Preschool at 20295 NE 29 Place
• Motion to ratify reappointment of Special Masters Barbara Buxton, Esq., Daniel Naim, and Clifford Schulman, Esq. for Code Enforcement
• Discussion of an Arts in Aventura Board ordinance
• Discussion of legislation regarding e‑bikes and e‑scooters
• Discussion of tax relief measures

Advisory Boards Meetings

The Arts & Cultural Center Advisory Board will meet to review a report from General Manager Jeff Kiltie. The board will also approve minutes from the June 24, 2025 meeting and discuss the date for the next meeting.

• State of the Center Report by General Manager Jeff Kiltie
• Approval of June 24, 2025 meeting minutes

City Commission Meetings

The Aventura City Commission will adopt an ad valorem tax operating millage levy of 1.7261 mills for the 2025 tax year, generating $23,266,685 based on an assessed value of $14,188,776,396. The Commission will also adopt the final 2025/2026 operating and capital budget, which includes several line‑item adjustments and savings. Both items are presented for a second‑reading public hearing.

• Adopt ad valorem tax rate of 1.7261 mills (5.48% above rolled‑back rate) generating $23,266,685
• Adopt 2025/2026 operating and capital budget as reviewed on July 24, 2025
• Health insurance premium savings of approximately $800,000 by keeping rates flat
• Removal of one Multimedia Specialist position saving about $102,000
• Police Department equipment and computer subscription savings of $50,000 and $40,000

The commission adopted Ordinance No. 2025-16 setting the city’s ad valorem tax operating millage rate at 1.7261 mills per $1,000 of assessed value, a 5.48% increase over the rolled‑back rate. The commission also adopted Ordinance No. 2025-17 approving the tentative operating and capital budget for the 2025/2026 fiscal year as the final budget.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 2025-16 establishing tax millage rate at 1.7261 mills (5.48% above rolled‑back rate)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2025-17 approving tentative operating and capital budget for FY 2025/2026

City Commission Meetings

The Aventura City Commission will review and vote on the proposed Operating and Capital Budget for fiscal year 2025/26. The budget includes an $800,000 saving from flat health‑insurance premiums, the removal of one Multimedia Specialist ($102,000), and a $85,000 increase to the City Manager’s Social Media line item. Additional adjustments save $50,000 in police equipment costs and $40,000 in police computer subscriptions, while Community Development staff changes shift about $10,855 between funds.

• $800,000 saved by keeping health‑insurance premiums flat
• Removal of one Multimedia Specialist, saving approximately $102,000
• Social Media budget increased by $85,000 to $300,000
• $50,000 reduction in Police Department equipment line item
• $40,000 reduction in Police Department computer subscriptions

City Commission Meetings

The Aventura City Commission will consider and vote on the proposed Operating and Capital Budget for fiscal year 2025/26. The budget includes an $800,000 saving from flat health insurance premiums, removal of one Multimedia Specialist ($102,000), and an $85,000 increase to the City Manager’s Social Media line item. Additional adjustments save $50,000 in Police equipment repairs and $40,000 in Police computer subscriptions, with a net staff change of $10,855. The agenda also covers the updated Capital Improvement Program for the 2025/26‑2030 period.

• $800,000 health insurance premium savings (rates remain flat)
• Removal of one Multimedia Specialist, saving approximately $102,000
• Increase of Social Media budget by $85,000 to $300,000
• $50,000 savings in Police Department R&M – Equipment line item
• $40,000 savings in Police Department Computer Subscriptions line item

City Commission Meetings

The Aventura City Commission will hold its first budget public hearing for fiscal year 2025‑26. Commissioners will consider two ordinances: one setting the ad valorem tax millage at 1.7261 mills, projected to generate $23,266,685, and another adopting the tentative operating and capital budget with several line‑item adjustments. The meeting includes first readings; final adoption is scheduled for a second hearing on September 16, 2025.

• Ordinance adopting an ad valorem tax rate of 1.7261 mills (5.48% above rolled‑back rate), expected revenue $23,266,685 based on assessed value $14,188,776,396
• Ordinance adopting the 2025/26 operating and capital budget with $800,000 health‑insurance premium savings
• Removal of one Multimedia Specialist from the City Manager’s Department, saving approximately $102,000
• Increase to the Social Media line item by $85,000, raising it to $300,000
• Police Department equipment budget reduced by $50,000 to $277,530 and computer subscriptions reduced by $40,000 to $610,000

The commission passed on first reading an ordinance establishing the ad valorem tax operating millage rate at 1.7261 mills, a 5.48% increase over the rolled‑back rate. It also passed on first reading an ordinance adopting the tentative operating and capital budget as the final budget for the 2025/2026 fiscal year, authorizing related expenditures and provisions.

• Passed first reading ordinance establishing tax millage rate at 1.7261 mills (first reading)
• Passed first reading ordinance adopting tentative operating and capital budget as final 2025/2026 budget (first reading)

City Commission Meetings

The Aventura City Commission will hold first-reading public hearings on ordinances to rezone a 13.93-acre tract from Business/Office and Medical Office to Town Center Mixed Use, and to amend the TC4 district regulations to allow more diverse projects and uses. The commission will also consider a stormwater utility fee resolution, a $877,316 FDOT grant to expand on-demand transit, and several other consent agenda items including contracts for building inspection, community programming, and architectural services for the proposed Aventura High School.

• Rezone 13.93 acres (NE 214 St to County Line Rd, Biscayne Blvd to Dixie Hwy) from Business/Office and Medical Office to Town Center Mixed Use (TC4)
• Amend TC4 district regulations to allow more diverse projects and uses
• Accept $877,316 FDOT grant to expand on-demand transit service
• Approve $218,340 work authorization for architectural programming for Aventura High School
• Set stormwater utility fee and maximum rates for fiscal year starting Oct 1, 2025

The Aventura City Commission approved the minutes from prior meetings and adopted a series of resolutions authorizing grants, contracts, and property actions. It accepted an $877,316 FDOT transit grant, authorized a highway beautification grant, and approved agreements for building inspection, community programming, and architectural services. The commission also declared certain city property surplus and adopted a stormwater management system resolution that establishes a utility fee. Additionally, budget amendments for the city’s schools were enacted.

• Approved minutes from July 1, July 24, August 8 meetings (Resolution 2025-49)
• Accepted $877,316 FDOT transit grant to expand on‑demand service (Resolution 2025-50)
• Authorized highway beautification grant and related agreement (Resolution 2025-51)
• Authorized agreement with C.A.P. Government for inspection and plan review services (Resolution 2025-52)
• Selected YMCA of South Florida for community programming services (Resolution 2025-53)
• Declared certain city property surplus and authorized disposal (Resolution 2025-54)
• Approved professional services agreement with Currie Sowards Aguila Architects for Aventura High School (Resolution 2025-55)
• Adopted stormwater management system resolution establishing a utility fee (Resolution 2025-57)

City Commission Meetings

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City Commission Meetings

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City Commission Meetings

The City Commission, acting as the Local Planning Agency, will hold public hearings on four proposed ordinances. These include redesignating a 13.93-acre tract to 'Town Center' and updating land development regulations for mixed-use and residential districts.

• Proposed redesignation of 13.93 acres from NE 214 Street North to County Line Road and Biscayne Boulevard West to Dixie Highway from 'Business and Office' to 'Town Center'
• Proposed zoning change for the same 13.93-acre tract to 'Town Center Mixed Use District (TC4)'
• Proposed amendments to Town Center Office Park Mixed Use (TC4) District standards to allow diverse projects and uses
• Proposed amendment to allow limited service hotels to be adjacent to Town Center 1 districts
• Approval of July 1, 2025, meeting minutes

The commission approved the minutes from the July 1, 2025 meeting. It then recommended approval of four ordinances that would redesignate a 13.93‑acre area from business and medical office districts to a Town Center Mixed‑Use district and amend related land‑development regulations, including provisions for mixed‑use projects and limited‑service hotels. No vote tallies were recorded in the minutes.

• Approved July 1, 2025 meeting minutes
• Recommended approval of ordinance amending the future land use map for a 13.93‑acre tract
• Recommended approval of ordinance amending Chapter 31 land development regulations for Town Center Office Park Mixed‑Use district
• Recommended approval of ordinance amending the official zoning map to change the 13.93‑acre tract to Town Center Mixed‑Use district
• Recommended approval of ordinance amending Chapter 31 land development regulations to allow limited‑service hotels adjacent to Town Center district

City Commission Meetings

The City Commission is meeting to approve the final ranking of firms for architectural and engineering services for the proposed Aventura High School. If approved, the City Manager will negotiate an agreement with the highest-ranked firm.

• Approval of final rankings for RFQ No. 2025-04 (Architectural and Engineering Services)
• Recommendation to negotiate with top-ranked firm Currie Sowards Aguila Architects, Inc.

The City Commission adopted Resolution No. 2025-48. The resolution approves the final ranking of firms that responded to Request for Qualifications No. 2025-04 for professional architectural and engineering services for the proposed Aventura High School. It authorizes the City Manager to negotiate an agreement with the highest‑ranked proposer and provides for alternate negotiations if needed.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-48 approving final firm ranking for Aventura High School design and authorizing City Manager to negotiate contract

City Commission Meetings

The City Commission is reviewing the proposed operating and capital budget for fiscal year 2025/2026. A recommendation has been made to maintain a millage rate of 1.7261, which would generate $23,266,685 in ad valorem taxes.

• Proposed millage rate of 1.7261 for fiscal year 2025/26
• Agreement with Public Communicators Group, LLC for communication services (RFQ 2025-05)
• Statewide Mutual Aid Agreement with the State of Florida Division of Emergency Management
• Ordinance to modify commercial and recreational vehicle loading/unloading regulations in residentially zoned areas
• Proposed public hearings for millage rate and budget on September 9 and September 16

The commission approved the proposed operating and capital budget to move forward to public hearings. It adopted Resolution No. 2025‑45 establishing a tentative millage rate and setting the public hearing details for the rate and budget. The commission also adopted Resolutions No. 2025‑46 and 2025‑47 authorizing the city manager to enter a statewide mutual aid agreement and to negotiate a communications services contract with Public Communicators Group, LLC. Finally, Ordinance No. 2025‑13 was adopted, amending parking and commercial vehicle loading regulations in residential zones.

• Approved proposed operating and capital budget to proceed to public hearings
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-45 establishing tentative millage rate for FY 2025/2026
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-46 authorizing statewide mutual aid agreement with Florida Division of Emergency Management
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-47 authorizing agreement with Public Communicators Group, LLC for communication services
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2025-13 amending parking restrictions and commercial vehicle loading rules

City Commission Meetings

The City Manager has presented the proposed Operating and Capital Budget for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2025. The proposal includes a five-year Capital Improvement Program (CIP) running through September 30, 2030. The budget aims to maintain existing service levels without raising the tax rate for the 30th consecutive year.

• Proposed Operating and Capital Budget for Fiscal Year 2025/26
• Capital Improvement Program (CIP) for October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2030
• Report of a 4.72% increase in property values as of July 1, 2025
• Addition of $17,341,769 in new construction
• Budgeting for remaining American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) projects to be completed by December 31, 2026

City Commission Meetings

The City Commission will hold a workshop to review a parking agreement for Hatzalah Ambulance and receive a summary of HB 913 regarding condominium regulations. The meeting also includes a DOGE update from the City Manager.

• Hatzalah Ambulance Parking Agreement
• HB 913 summary regarding condominium milestone inspections and reserve studies
• HB 913 provisions on condo association loans and financial reporting
• DOGE Update

City Commission Meetings

The City Commission will hold quasi-judicial hearings on several zoning requests, including a high-density housing project and land redesignations. The body will also consider budget amendments for two city-governed schools.

• Proposed 17-story hero housing project with 69 units per acre at 2770-2850 NE 187 Street
• Zoning change for 3.01 acres at NE 187 Street and NE 28 Court from Business and Office to Town Center
• Request for padel courts and shade covers on the top floor of the parking garage at 18851 NE 29 Avenue
• Budget amendments for Aventura City of Excellence School and Don Soffer Aventura High School
• Resolution to declare certain city-owned property as surplus

The commission approved several resolutions and ordinances, including declaring certain city assets surplus and granting conditional use approvals for new development. Notably, it adopted a resolution permitting a mixed‑use project with 69 dwelling units per acre and buildings up to 17 stories on NE 187 Street. Additional actions included adopting zoning map changes and approving the minutes of previous meetings. No public comments were received.

• Approved minutes of the June 3 and June 12, 2025 City Commission meetings (Consent Agenda)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-41 declaring listed city assets surplus
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-42 (amended) granting conditional use for padel courts and shade covers on the parking garage at 18851 NE 29 Avenue
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2025-11 redesignating ~3.01 acres at NE 187 Street & NE 28 Court from "Business and Office" to "Town Center" in the Future Land Use Map
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2025-12 changing the zoning designation of the same ~3.01‑acre tract from "Community Business District (B2)" to "Town Center District (TC1)"
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-43 (amended) granting a variance for setbacks on the property at 2770‑2850 NE 187 Street
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-44 (amended) granting conditional use approval for a mixed‑use development with 69 units per acre, up to 17‑story height, and reduced unit size at 2770‑2850 NE 187 Street
• Passed on first reading Ordinance amending the Aventura City of Excellence School budget (Ordinance No. 2024-09) and Ordinance amending the Don Soffer Aventura High School budget (Ordinance No. 2024-10)

City Commission Meetings

The City Commission, acting as the Local Planning Agency, will hold public hearings on three resolutions. These include requests for significant height and density increases for a Hero Housing project and the addition of padel courts to a parking garage.

• Proposed padel courts, shade covers, and accessory facilities at 18851 NE 29 Avenue
• Requested variance for mixed-use residential-to-commercial ratio (10.58:1 vs 3:1) at 2770-2850 NE 187 Street
• Requested setback variances (front 15', side 15', rear 12') at 2770-2850 NE 187 Street
• Proposed Hero Housing at 2770-2850 NE 187 Street with 69 units per acre and height up to 17 stories
• Approval of June 3, 2025 meeting minutes

The commission approved the June 3, 2025 meeting minutes. It recommended approval, with specific amendments, of three resolutions: a conditional use for padel courts and shade covers, a variance for setbacks on a mixed‑use project, and a conditional use requiring green building certification. Each recommendation will proceed through the city’s quasi‑judicial process.

• Approved minutes of June 3, 2025
• Approval recommended with amendment to remove proposed canopy in hurricane warnings (Resolution A)
• Approval recommended with amendment to remove setback variance (Resolution B)
• Approval recommended with amendment to add green building certification language (Resolution C)

Advisory Boards Meetings

The Arts & Cultural Center Advisory Board will meet to receive a report from the General Manager and approve previous meeting minutes. The board will also discuss the date for its next meeting in the third quarter.

• Approval of March 11, 2025 meeting minutes
• State of the Center Report by General Manager Jeff Kiltie

ACES & DSAHS Governing Board Meetings

The Governing Board for the Aventura City of Excellence School (ACES) and Don Soffer Aventura High School (DSAHS) will meet to discuss school updates and approve safety and mental health plans for the 2025-26 school year.

• Approval of the 2025-26 Mental Health Assistance Allocation Plan for ACES and DSAHS
• Approval of the Master School Safety Plan 2025-26 SY for ACES and DSAHS

The Governing Board approved the minutes from the May 22, 2025 meeting. It also approved the 2025‑26 Mental Health Assistance Allocation Plan for ACES and DSAHS. The Board approved the Master School Safety Plan for the 2025‑26 school year. No other business was discussed.

• Approved May 22, 2025 meeting minutes
• Approved 2025‑26 Mental Health Assistance Allocation Plan for ACES and DSAHS
• Approved 2025‑26 Master School Safety Plan for ACES and DSAHS

City Commission Meetings

The City Commission will hold a workshop to discuss several proposals and administrative items. Key topics include park improvements, recovery residences, and a memorandum of agreement with federal authorities.

• Proposal to add canopies to the Padel Park Aventura plan
• SB 954 Certified Recovery Residences
• Memorandum of Agreement with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)
• Setting the date for the first budget hearing
• Review of guidelines for Form 1

City Commission Meetings

The City Commission will hold quasi-judicial hearings on several zoning amendments and variances, including density increases for Hero Housing projects. The body will also vote on service contracts and a budget revision for the 2024/2025 fiscal year.

• Proposed density increase to 70 units per acre for Hero Housing in TC4 districts
• Zoning change for 3.01 acres at NE 187 Street and NE 28 Court from Business and Office to Town Center
• Conditional use approval for a 29-story project at 20801-20807 Biscayne Boulevard
• Traffic video management contract with Packetalk, LLC not to exceed $125,000 annually
• Selection of Clean Space, LLC and Link Hospitality Corp. for custodial services

The commission approved several contracts for custodial, street‑sweeping, and traffic‑video services and adopted new procedures for school‑zone speed hearings. It also adopted an ordinance allowing up to 70 dwelling units per acre for Hero Housing projects in the Town Center Office Park Mixed‑Use district and revised the 2024‑2025 budget. The annual comprehensive financial report for FY ending September 30 2024 was accepted for filing.

• Approved minutes of May 6, May 22 (2025) meetings
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑35 selecting Clean Space, LLC and Link Hospitality Corp. for custodial services
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑36 selecting Star Cleaning USA, Inc. for street‑sweeping services
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑37 waiving bidding for a traffic video management system contract up to $125,000 annually with Packetalk, LLC
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑38 authorizing procedures for school‑zone speed detection hearings
• Adopted Ordinance 2025‑09 permitting up to 70 dwelling units per acre for Hero Housing in the Town Center Office Park Mixed‑Use district
• Adopted Ordinance 2025‑10 amending the FY 2024/2025 operating and capital budget
• Approved filing of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for FY ended September 30 2024

City Commission Meetings

The City Commission, acting as the Local Planning Agency, will hold public hearings regarding land development variances and conditional use approvals. The meeting focuses on mixed-use developments and high-density 'hero housing' projects.

• Variance for mixed-use development at 2770, 2822, 2826, 2830, 2834 and 2850 NE 187 Street regarding residential-to-commercial ratios and setbacks
• Conditional use approval for hero housing at 2770-2850 NE 187 Street to permit 69 dwelling units per acre and heights up to 17 stories
• Conditional use approval for hero housing at 20801-20807 Biscayne Boulevard to permit 65 dwelling units per acre and heights up to 29 stories
• Parking reduction request for 20801-20807 Biscayne Boulevard to permit 1,709 spaces instead of the required 2,271
• Approval of minutes from the May 6, 2025 meeting

The commission approved the minutes from the May 6, 2025 meeting. Two resolutions concerning a variance and a conditional use for the property at 2770‑2850 NE 187 Street were deferred to the July 1, 2025 Local Planning Agency meeting. The commission recommended approval, with added conditions, of a conditional use request for a 65‑unit hero‑housing project at 20801‑20807 Biscayne Boulevard. No vote tallies were recorded.

• Approved May 6, 2025 meeting minutes (no vote recorded)
• Deferred variance resolution for 2770‑2850 NE 187 Street to July 1, 2025
• Deferred conditional use resolution for 2770‑2850 NE 187 Street to July 1, 2025
• Recommended approval with added condition for Biscayne Blvd conditional use project (65 units) (no vote recorded)

Advisory Boards Meetings

The Advisory Board will meet to review administrative and school reports. The agenda includes discussions on new business, old business, and financials.

ACES & DSAHS Governing Board Meetings

The Aventura City Commission, acting as the governing board for ACES and DSAHS, will hold its regular meeting on May 22, 2025. The board is scheduled to adopt operating and capital budgets for both schools for fiscal year 2025/2026, approve handbooks and calendars, and discuss future school expansion plans.

• Adopt ACES operating and capital budget for FY 2025/2026
• Adopt DSAHS operating and capital budget for FY 2025/2026
• Approve amended 2025-2026 school calendar for DSAHS
• Approve ACES Parent/Student Handbook 2025-2026 and DSAHS Family Handbook 2025-2026
• Approve Charter Schools USA administrator and instructional personnel evaluation systems

The Governing Board adopted Ordinance No. 2025‑07 establishing the ACES operating and capital budget for fiscal year 2025/2026, and Ordinance No. 2025‑08 establishing the DSAHS operating and capital budget for the same period. The board also approved the amended 2025‑2026 school calendar for DSAHS, the ACES parent/student handbook and the DSAHS family handbook, and two Charter Schools USA evaluation systems. All items were approved without recorded dissent.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 2025‑07 – ACES operating and capital budget (FY 2025/2026)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2025‑08 – DSAHS operating and capital budget (FY 2025/2026)
• Approved amended 2025‑2026 school calendar for DSAHS
• Approved ACES parent/student handbook 2025‑2026
• Approved DSAHS family handbook 2025‑2026
• Approved Charter Schools USA school administrator evaluation system
• Approved Charter Schools USA instructional personnel evaluation system
• Approved minutes from April 17, 2025 regular meeting

City Commission Meetings

The City Commission will hold a workshop to discuss the proposed Uptown Aventura Development and a car carrier ordinance. The body will also review legislative updates and the appointment of Community Services Advisory Board members.

• Proposed Uptown Aventura Development
• Car Carrier Ordinance
• Appointment of Community Services Advisory Board Members

City Commission Meetings

The Aventura City Commission will vote on two resolutions to apply for Florida Department of Transportation grants totaling $1,022,316. The first seeks $877,316 to expand the city’s on-demand electric transit fleet from 10 to 15 vehicles. The second requests $145,000 to fund a one-year autonomous shuttle pilot program with a 50/50 cost-share.

• Apply for $877,316 FDOT grant to expand on-demand transit fleet to 15 electric vehicles
• $145,000 FDOT grant to fund one-year autonomous shuttle pilot program with 50/50 cost-share
• City’s 50% share for pilot funded by advertising revenues and CITT funds
• On-demand service currently operates 10 electric vehicles at $1,169,754 annual cost
• Pilot program routes and operational details to be determined after grant approval

The commission adopted Resolution 2025‑33, authorizing the city manager to apply for a matching FDOT public transit service development program grant of $877,316 to expand the city’s on‑demand transit service. The commission also adopted Resolution 2025‑34, authorizing the city manager to apply for a matching FDOT grant of $145,000 to fund a one‑year autonomous shuttle pilot program. Both resolutions include implementation provisions and effective dates. No other actions were taken.

• Adopted Resolution 2025‑33 to apply for $877,316 FDOT grant (on-demand transit expansion)
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑34 to apply for $145,000 FDOT grant (autonomous shuttle pilot)

City Commission Meetings

The Aventura City Commission will hold public hearings on several zoning and land-use items, including a variance to reduce required parking at 19101 Biscayne Boulevard and an ordinance to allow higher residential density in the TC4 district for projects participating in the HERO Housing Program. The Commission will also vote on a small-scale Future Land Use Map amendment for a 3.01-acre tract near NE 187 Street and NE 28 Court, a corresponding rezoning, and a second reading of an ordinance authorizing speed detection systems at two school zones. Additionally, a resolution to establish a stormwater utility fee will be discussed, and a first reading will be held on a budget amendment for fiscal year 2024/2025.

• Variance to permit 680 parking spaces where 739 are required at 19101 Biscayne Boulevard
• Ordinance to allow multifamily density up to 70 du/acre in TC4 district for HERO Housing program participants
• Small-scale Future Land Use Map amendment redesignating 3.01 acres from Business/Office to Town Center on NE 187 St/NE 28 Ct
• Second reading of ordinance authorizing speed detection systems at Turnberry Jewish Center and Tauber Academy school zones
• Resolution to impose a stormwater utility fee and set initial rates, with a public hearing to follow

The commission adopted Resolution No. 2025-32 establishing a stormwater utility fee, defining its calculation method, rate limits, and a public hearing on the fee. It also approved the minutes from April meetings, ratified the city manager's appointment of a special master for code enforcement, awarded plumbing contracts, and passed several zoning and ordinance items. All actions were recorded as adopted or passed on first or second reading.

• Approved minutes from the April 8 and April 17, 2025 City Commission meetings
• Ratified City Manager's appointment of Alan Chaset as Special Master for code enforcement
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-29 awarding plumbing contracts to PIF Construction Group, Inc. and Marlin Plumbing of Miami, Inc.
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-30 amending meeting and agenda procedures
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-31 granting a variance for 680 parking spaces at 19101 Biscayne Boulevard
• Passed on first reading an ordinance amending mixed‑use district density limits for Hero Housing projects
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2025-06 authorizing speed detection systems at Turnberry Jewish Center and Tauber Academy
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-32 establishing a stormwater utility fee and related assessment process

City Commission Meetings

The Aventura Local Planning Agency will hold public hearings and make recommendations to the City Commission on several land-use items. These include a parking variance for Aventura Square, an ordinance to allow up to 70 dwelling units per acre for HERO housing program developments, and a future land use map and zoning change for a 3.01-acre parcel. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes.

• Parking variance for Aventura Square (19101 Biscayne Blvd) to reduce required spaces from 739 to 680
• Ordinance amending LDR Section 31-145(e) to allow multifamily density up to 70 units/acre for HERO housing program
• Small-scale FLUM amendment for 3.01 acres at SW corner of NE 187 St & NE 28 Ct from 'Business and Office' to 'Town Center'
• Zoning map amendment for same parcel from Community Business District (132) to Town Center District (TC1)
• Approval of April 8, 2025 Local Planning Agency meeting minutes

The City Commission approved the minutes from the April 8, 2025 meeting. It then recommended approval of a variance allowing 680 parking spaces at 19101 Biscayne Boulevard. The commission also recommended approving ordinances to amend the land‑development regulations for higher multifamily density in the hero housing program and to rezone a 3.01‑acre tract at NE 187 St and NE 28 Ct to Town Center in both the future land‑use map and the official zoning map.

• Approved minutes from April 8, 2025
• Recommended approval of variance for 680 parking spaces at 19101 Biscayne Boulevard
• Recommended approval of ordinance amending Section 31‑145(e) to allow up to 70 dwelling units per acre for hero housing
• Recommended approval of small‑scale amendment to future land‑use map to redesignate 3.01‑acre tract at NE 187 St & NE 28 Ct to Town Center
• Recommended approval of ordinance amending official zoning map to change zoning of the same 3.01‑acre tract from Community Business District (B2) to Town Center District (TC1)

City Commission Meetings

The City Commission will hold a workshop to discuss several administrative and infrastructure updates. The body will review a new concept design for the Aventura Corporate Center and water updates involving North Miami Beach and Miami-Dade Water.

• Aventura Corporate Center's New Concept Design
• Water update between City of North Miami Beach and Miami-Dade Water
• Regulation of electric scooters and electric bikes
• Addition of a Special Magistrate
• Proposed resolution to move reports to the beginning of regular meeting agendas

ACES & DSAHS Governing Board Meetings

The Governing Board will hear updates from ACES and DSAHS principals and discuss a new school proposal from Charter Schools USA's Jonathan Hage. The board will conduct first readings of ordinances to adopt the ACES and DSAHS operating and capital budgets for fiscal year 2025/2026. Additionally, the board will consider approval of the 2025-2026 parent/student handbooks, school calendars, meeting schedule, and audit engagement letters with Citrin Cooperman & Company.

• New school discussion with Jonathan Hage, Charter Schools USA
• First reading: ACES FY 2025/2026 operating and capital budget ordinance
• First reading: DSAHS FY 2025/2026 operating and capital budget ordinance
• Approval of 2025-2026 school calendars for ACES and DSAHS
• Approval of 2025 audit engagement letters with Citrin Cooperman & Company

The governing board approved the minutes from the January 23, 2025 meeting and gave direction to move forward with Option A for the new school proposal. Ordinances adopting the operating and capital budgets for both ACES and DSAHS for fiscal year 2025‑2026 were passed on first reading. The 2025‑2026 school calendar and governing board meeting schedule were approved, and audit engagement letters with Citri n Cooperman & Company LLC were approved. Approval of the ACES parent/student handbook and DSAHS family handbook was removed from the agenda for a future meeting.

• Approved minutes from Jan 23, 2025 meeting
• Direction given to move forward with Option A for new school discussion
• Passed first reading of ACES operating and capital budget ordinance (FY 2025‑2026)
• Passed first reading of DSAHS operating and capital budget ordinance (FY 2025‑2026)
• Approved 2025‑2026 school calendar for ACES and DSAHS
• Approved 2025‑2026 governing board meeting schedule (with correction to April year)
• Approved 2025 audit engagement letters with Citri n Cooperman & Company LLC for ACES and DSAHS
• Removed handbook approval from agenda; to be considered at a future meeting

City Commission Meetings

The Aventura City Commission will hold a regular meeting on April 8, 2025, to discuss and vote on several items including consent agenda items, a zoning hearing for sign graphics, a first reading of an ordinance for speed detection systems, and a resolution to amend the stormwater utility fee. Key decisions include selecting a vendor for tennis and pickleball program management, approving an emergency purchase of a chiller for the Arts and Cultural Center, and potentially changing the stormwater fee per residential unit.

• Selection of Nunez Tennis Training for professional tennis and pickleball program management and court maintenance
• Emergency purchase of an 80-ton chiller for the Aventura Arts and Cultural Center
• Sign graphics criteria approval for Centrall Aventura at 20955 Biscayne Boulevard
• First reading of ordinance to authorize speed detection systems at Turnberry Jewish Center and Tauber Academy school zone
• Resolution to amend the stormwater utility fee charged per equivalent residential unit

The commission approved the minutes from the March 4 and March 20, 2025 meetings. It adopted several resolutions, including selecting Zenun Group for tennis and pickleball program management, authorizing an 80‑ton chiller for the Arts and Cultural Center, and approving sign graphics criteria for Central Aventura. An ordinance to allow speed detection systems at two school zones passed its first reading, and the stormwater utility fee resolution was amended.

• Approved minutes of March 4 and March 20, 2025 City Commission meetings
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-25 selecting Zenun Group, Inc. for tennis and pickleball program management and court maintenance
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-26 authorizing emergency purchase of an 80‑ton chiller for the Arts and Cultural Center
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-27 approving sign graphics criteria for Central Aventura at 20955 Biscayne Boulevard
• Passed first‑reading ordinance amending Section 48‑46 to allow speed detection systems at Turnberry Jewish Center and Tauber Academy School zone
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-28 amending stormwater utility fee resolution (Resolution No. 2016-49)

City Commission Meetings

The Aventura Local Planning Agency will hold a public hearing to consider a resolution approving a uniform sign plan for Centtral Aventura, a mixed-use development at 20955 Biscayne Boulevard. The plan establishes guidelines for retail and office tenant signs. The agency will also vote on approving minutes from the February 20, 2025 meeting.

• Public hearing on resolution to approve uniform sign graphics criteria for Centtral Aventura at 20955 Biscayne Boulevard
• Approval of minutes from the February 20, 2025 Local Planning Agency meeting

The commission approved the minutes from the February 20, 2025 meeting. In a public hearing, they recommended adopting a resolution that approves sign graphics criteria for the multi‑tenant center known as Central Aventura at 20955 Biscayne Boulevard. No other actions were taken. The meeting adjourned at 6:20 p.m.

• Approved February 20, 2025 meeting minutes
• Recommended adoption of resolution approving sign graphics criteria for Central Aventura at 20955 Biscayne Boulevard

Advisory Boards Meetings

The board will review upcoming community events and pop-up activities. Members are also scheduled to approve the Go Green Awards based on sustainability applications from local residences.

• Approval of Go Green Awards for applicants including Artech Residences, Bellini Condominium, and One Island Place
• Review of Volunteer Dinner on April 9
• Review of Arbor Day on April 24
• Review of Double Feature Movie Night on April 26
• Review of CRC Toddler and CRC Showcases on May 21 and 22

City Commission Meetings

The City Commission will discuss indexing stormwater utility rates to the Consumer Price Index to avoid large periodic rate jumps, with annual increases not exceeding 5%. Other items include a proposed redevelopment of the Aventura Square outparcel at 19145 Biscayne Blvd., adding a school zone safety program site on NE 30th Avenue, and rescheduling the April 1, 2025 meeting. No final votes are expected; this is a workshop.

• Proposed redevelopment of Aventura Square outparcel at 19145 Biscayne Blvd.
• Recommendation to index stormwater rates to CPI-U for Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, capped at 5% annually (current rate $3.50/ERU per month since 2016)
• Discussion of adding a school zone safety program site on NE 30th Ave, based on a study showing over 3,300 speeding violations during school hours
• Possible change of the April 1, 2025 City Commission meeting date

Advisory Boards Meetings

The Aventura Advisory Boards are holding a regular meeting with standard agenda items including administrative reports, school report, new and old business, and financials. No specific items of substance are listed; the agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. Public comments will be heard.

• No specific rezonings, contracts, ordinances, or fee changes are listed on the agenda.

Advisory Boards Meetings

The Arts & Cultural Center Advisory Board will meet to review a report from General Manager Jeff Kiltie. The board will also discuss the date for its next meeting in the second quarter.

• State of the Center Report by General Manager Jeff Kiltie
• Approval of December 10, 2024 meeting minutes

City Commission Meetings

The commission will hold public hearings on a series of ordinances and resolutions for a 26.5-acre redevelopment at Biscayne Boulevard and NE 213 Street, including a new Town Center North zoning district and a development agreement with Gulfstream Park that allows up to 1,633 residential units, 300 hotel rooms, and 300,000 sq ft of commercial space. The agenda also includes consent items such as a resolution urging a public records exemption for municipal clerks, a fee waiver of up to $9,000 for the Young Stars Showcase, and a sign variance for Belmont Village Senior Living.

• Second reading of ordinance creating Town Center North Planned Development District (TC5) and amending the future land use map for 26.5 acres at Biscayne Blvd & NE 213 St
• Resolution approving second amendment to Gulfstream Park development agreement, extending term to 2055 with 1,633 residential units, 300 hotel rooms, 150,000 sq ft office, and 300,000 sq ft commercial
• Public hearing on amendment to covenant regarding vehicular access from NE 213 Street to Gulfstream Park properties
• Resolution waiving rental fees up to $9,000 for Young Stars Showcase at Aventura Arts and Cultural Center
• Resolution approving sign variance for Belmont Village Senior Living at 3150 Yacht Club Way

The City Commission adopted several ordinances and resolutions, including a major development agreement extension with Gulfstream Park Racing Association allowing up to 1,633 residential units, 30-story buildings, and commercial space, with the term extended to March 4, 2055. The commission also created a new Town Center North (TC5) zoning district, rezoned a 26.5-acre tract, and approved a sign variance for Belmont Village Senior Living. All items were approved as listed on the consent and public hearing agendas.

• Adopted Resolution 2025-21 extending Gulfstream Park development agreement to 2055 (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-02 creating Town Center North (TC5) zoning district
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-03 redesignating 26.5 acres from Business and Office to Town Center
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-04 rezoning 26.5 acres to TC5 district
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-05 rezoning 3.7 acres to Community Facilities district
• Adopted Resolution 2025-22 approving covenant amendment for vehicular access from NE 213 Street
• Adopted Resolution 2025-23 approving sign variance for Belmont Village Senior Living
• Adopted Resolution 2025-24 waiving up to $9,000 in fees for Young Stars Showcase

City Commission Meetings

The Local Planning Agency, acting as the City Commission, will conduct a public hearing to recommend adoption of a resolution approving a second amendment to the development agreement with Gulfstream Park Racing Association. The amendment extends the term to March 4, 2055, and authorizes up to 1,633 residential units, 30-story buildings, 150,000 sq ft of office, 300 hotel rooms, and 300,000 sq ft of commercial uses on 26.5 acres north of NE 213 Street. The agency will also vote on approving the minutes from the October 17, 2024 meeting.

• Resolution to amend development agreement with Gulfstream Park Racing Association extending term to March 4, 2055
• Development allows 1,633 residential units, 30-story buildings, 150,000 sq ft office, 300 hotel rooms, 300,000 sq ft commercial
• Three unrestricted roadway access points to NE 213 Street included in the plan
• Land use trade-off equivalency matrix sets maximum traffic generation limit
• Approval of October 17, 2024 Local Planning Agency meeting minutes

The Local Planning Agency approved the minutes from October 17, 2024, and recommended approval of a resolution to amend the development agreement with Gulfstream Park Racing Association. The amendment extends the agreement term to March 4, 2055, and allows for 1,633 residential units, 30-story buildings, 150,000 sq ft of office space, 300 hotel rooms, 300,000 sq ft of commercial uses, and other specified changes. The recommendation will go to the City Commission for final action.

• Approved minutes of October 17, 2024
• Recommended approval of second amendment to Gulfstream Park development agreement (term extension to 2055)

City Commission Meetings

This is a workshop meeting; no votes will be taken. The Commission will discuss revisions to the TC5 code for second and final reading at the March 4 meeting, review the city's investment portfolio, and consider a resolution supporting a public records exemption for municipal clerks. Other topics include a 30th anniversary commemorative book, an artist-painted crosswalk at Waterways Park, and a discussion on car carrier transport vehicles within city boundaries.

• Discussion of revisions to TC5 for second and final reading on March 4, 2025 (City Manager)
• Review of City of Aventura Portfolio Review with Insight Investment (City Manager)
• City of Aventura 30th Anniversary Commemorative Book (City Manager)
• Artist Painted Crosswalk at Waterways Park (City Manager)
• Discussion of Proposed Resolution Supporting Public Records Exemption for Municipal Clerks (City Clerk)

City Commission Meetings

The commission will approve consent items including a $45,900 contract for two welcome signs on Biscayne Boulevard and a six-month extension for The Fresh Market's liquor package store. Four zoning items creating a new Town Center North district on a 26.5-acre tract at Biscayne Boulevard and NE 213 Street will be deferred to the March 4 meeting. The commission will also consider amending the ARPA spending plan to fund various city department projects.

• $45,900 contract with Signalite, Inc. to replace two welcome signs along Biscayne Boulevard
• Six-month extension of conditional use approval for The Fresh Market liquor package store (Jan 9 to Jul 9, 2025)
• Request for Florida Inland Navigation District assistance for a new marine patrol vessel and vessel lift
• Deferral of ordinances to create Town Center North Planned Development (TC5) district and rezone 26.5 acres at NE corner of Biscayne Boulevard and NE 213 Street
• Amendment to the ARPA spending plan to include parks, IT, police, public works, and other department projects

The Aventura City Commission approved the consent agenda, including resolutions for a resident appointment, sign replacement, FDOT contract renewal, marine patrol vessel requests, and a liquor store extension. Four zoning ordinances were deferred to the March 4, 2025 meeting. The meeting was brief, with no public comments.

• Approved minutes of Jan 14 and Jan 23 meetings
• Adopted Resolution 2025-10 appointing resident to Don Soffer Aventura High School Advisory Board
• Adopted Resolution 2025-11 authorizing $45,900 agreement with Signalite, Inc. for welcome sign replacement
• Adopted Resolution 2025-12 authorizing FDOT contract renewal for landscape maintenance
• Adopted Resolution 2025-13 requesting FIND assistance for marine patrol vessel acquisition
• Adopted Resolution 2025-14 requesting FIND assistance for marine patrol vessel lift construction
• Adopted Resolution 2025-15 granting Fresh Market six-month liquor store extension to July 9, 2025
• Deferred four zoning ordinances (6A-6D) to March 4, 2025

Advisory Boards Meetings

The Community Services Advisory Board will review completed special events and discuss upcoming activities. The board will specifically discuss the "Spread the Love" pop-up event and future pop-up events.

• Review of Founders Day (November 9, 2024)
• Review of Veteran’s Day Ceremony (November 11, 2024)
• Review of Winter Wonderland (December 4, 2024)
• Review of Concert Series (January 26, 2025)
• Discussion of "Spread the Love" Pop-up Event

ACES & DSAHS Governing Board Meetings

The City Commission, acting as the Governing Board for ACES and DSAHS, will identify new board members and discuss school policies. The board is also considering granting signature authority to the City Manager for charter school matters.

• Resolution to identify new Governing Board members for ACES and DSAHS
• Resolution granting signature authority to City Manager Bryan Pegues
• Approval of FY25 teacher salary initiative allocation
• Approval of Internet Acceptable Use and Safety Policy
• Approval of teacher and principal evaluation systems

The Aventura City Commission, acting as the Governing Board for ACES and DSAHS, approved several items including a teacher salary initiative allocation for FY25, an internet acceptable use and safety policy, and teacher and principal evaluation systems. The board also adopted resolutions to identify new governing board members and grant signature authority to the City Manager. No public comments were made.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-08 identifying new governing board members
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-09 granting signature authority to City Manager
• Approved minutes of September 19, 2024 regular meeting
• Approved teacher salary initiative allocation for FY25 for ACES and DSAHS
• Approved internet acceptable use and safety policy for ACES and DSAHS
• Approved teacher and principal evaluation systems for ACES and DSAHS

City Commission Meetings

The City Commission will review a request for a 6-month extension for The Fresh Market liquor store's conditional use approval. The body will also discuss sign variances for Belmont Village and a sign plan for Centrall.

• Request for 6-month extension of liquor store conditional use approval for The Fresh Market at 19205 Biscayne Blvd
• Proposed sign variances for Belmont Village at 3150 Yacht Club Way, including a wall sign and two 5-square-foot directional signs
• Proposed sign plan for Centrall
• Proposed Project Altis Aventura
• Street naming for Michael Stern

City Commission Meetings

The City Commission is meeting to approve the minutes from its November 19 regular meeting and November 22 workshop. No other business is listed. The meeting is procedural.

• Approval of minutes from November 19, 2024 regular meeting
• Approval of minutes from November 22, 2024 workshop

The City Commission approved the consent agenda, including the 2025 legislative program and a $926,000 contract to mill and resurface Country Club Drive. It also adopted resolutions for solar lighting, a watershed grant application, and other items. Four zoning ordinances were deferred to the February 4, 2025 meeting.

• Adopted 2025 Legislative Program (Resolution 2025-01)
• Approved $926,000 contract for Country Club Drive resurfacing (Resolution 2025-02)
• Approved $130,980 agreement with Lux Solar for lighting and beacons (Resolution 2025-03)
• Authorized application for FDEM watershed planning grant (Resolution 2025-04)
• Approved $275,000 access control system upgrade (Resolution 2025-05)
• Amended rules of decorum to allow speakers to address commissioners directly (Resolution 2025-06)
• Supported traffic congestion study at 163rd Street and Biscayne Boulevard (Resolution 2025-07)
• Deferred four zoning ordinances to February 4, 2025