Doral public meetings in 2023
26 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Council Meeting
The City Council is reviewing several resolutions regarding public works, including road resurfacing and concrete repairs. The agenda also includes various professional service contracts for technology, legal, and recreational programming.
- Road resurfacing and striping in Vanderbilt Neighborhood Phases III and IV with H & J Asphalt, Inc.
- Concrete repairs for City Sections 7, 8, and 18
- Resurfacing of NW 99 Avenue via H&R Paving, Inc. up to $142,799.36
- Technology and business process consulting with Plante & Moran, PLLC up to $50,000.00
- Purchase of Granicus website management software up to $181,977.25
Council Meeting
The City Council is reviewing several resolutions regarding police equipment, public works projects, and special event permits. Discussion items include long-term pickleball options and advisory board nominations.
- Purchase of 167 Axon body-worn cameras not to exceed $1,862,427.00
- Purchase of a modular battery 40KW UPS from CDW Government, LLC for up to $52,698.09
- VMware licensing and support renewal from GovConnection Inc. for up to $31,184.31
- Wetland mitigation credits for NW 66 Street project totaling $96,250.00
- Special event permit for 'Doral Cup' at multiple park locations
Council Meeting
The City Council will review several resolutions regarding infrastructure and city services. Proposed items include road resurfacing in the Vanderbilt neighborhood and sidewalk improvements. The council will also consider new agreements for technology upgrades and park programs.
- Increase AECOM spending authority for Parks Bond Program by $550,000
- Roadwork in Vanderbilt neighborhood up to $186,602.90 with HJ Asphalt, Inc.
- Sidewalk improvement Phase III work order up to $100,297.00
- Purchase of wireless access points not to exceed $38,589.24
- Trench drain installation at Marriott Villas up to $54,329.00
Local Planning Agency
The Local Planning Agency will consider an annual update to the City's Capital Improvements Element through fiscal year 2027/2028. The agency will also review a land use amendment for ±1.86 acres at 8080 NW 36 Street. This proposal seeks to change the property designation from office, residential, and business to solely business.
- Annual update to the Capital Improvements Element (2023-2028)
- Land use amendment for ±1.86 acres at 8080 NW 36 Street
- Change of land use from O-R and B to solely Business (B)
Council Zoning Meeting
The City Council will consider several land use amendments, including a large-scale change for a property at 4400 NW 87 Avenue. The meeting also includes discussions on a settlement agreement regarding the SB102 moratorium and an inventory of city-owned properties for affordable housing.
- Settlement agreement discussion with Doral Costa Capital LLC regarding SB102 Moratorium
- Approval of city-owned property inventory for affordable housing use
- Site plan approval for Chick-Fil-A at 8705 NW 35 Lane
- Small-scale land use amendment for ±1.86 acres at 8080 NW 36 Street
- Large-scale land use amendment for ±56.4 acres at 4400 NW 87 Avenue
Special Council Meeting
The City Council will hold a second reading of the fiscal year 2023-2024 budget and tax rates. This includes establishing a final millage rate and adopting budgets for various city funds. The council is also reviewing updated job descriptions and a citywide pay plan.
- Adoption of a 1.7166 millage rate, which is 10.17% higher than the rolled-back rate of 1.5581 mills
- Adoption of a .4810 debt service millage rate for Park and Recreation projects (Series 2019 and 2021)
- Finalizing budgets for multiple funds including General, Transportation, Police Impact Fee, and Stormwater
- Approval of updated job descriptions, salary scales, and a citywide pay plan
Council Meeting
The City Council is reviewing several items including software purchases and special event permits. Key actions include accepting a $1,000,000 award from the U.S. Department of Justice and awarding a holiday lighting contract. The council will also consider mutual aid agreements with Hialeah and Homestead for police services.
- Acceptance of $1,000,000 DOJ COPS Technology Program award
- Holiday lighting and decor contract up to $284,240 per year
- Congestion management plan work order up to $142,275
- Special event permits for 'House of Horror' and 'LIV Golf Invitational'
- Mutual aid agreements with Hialeah and Homestead for police services
Special Council Meeting
The City Council will hold its first budget hearing for fiscal year 2023-2024. The agenda includes a proposal for a tentative millage rate of 1.7166 mills, which is 10.17% higher than the rolled-back rate. The council will also consider adopting budgets for various city funds and establishing a new department.
- Tentative millage rate of 1.7166 mills for FY 23-24
- Adoption of the FY 23-24 budget across multiple city funds
- Establishment of the Procurement and Asset Management Department
- Debt service millage rate of .4810 mills for park and recreation bonds
Council Workshop
The City Council will discuss a plan of action regarding the Live Local Act (SB 102). This discussion item was sponsored by the City Attorney and the Planning and Zoning department.
- “Live Local Act” (SB 102) Plan of Action
Council Zoning Meeting
The City Council will consider a six-month moratorium on certain development permits and updates to the Capital Improvements Element. The meeting also includes public hearings for several site plan modifications and public art installations.
- Six-month moratorium on specific development orders and building permits (Ordinance #2023-24)
- Public art installation at Doral Central Park Government Development Project, 3005 NW 92 Avenue
- Site plan modification for Nazari Mobil at 10895 NW 41 Street
- Site plan modification for Tesla Motors Inc at 9950 NW 25 Street
- Site plan discussion for ABC Fine Wine & Spirits
Council Workshop
The City Council will hold a workshop to discuss the proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2023-2024. The discussion includes various departmental budgets, such as police, public works, and parks and recreation.
- Proposed City of Doral Budget for Fiscal Year 2023-2024
- Review of FY 2024 Police Budget
- Review of FY 2024 Public Works Budget
- Review of FY 2024 Parks and Recreation Budget
Council Meeting
The City Council will review several items including road resurfacing contracts, employee insurance providers, and school resource officer agreements. The agenda also includes various municipal service contracts for building inspections, data storage, and park programming.
- Road resurfacing and striping by H & J Asphalt, Inc. up to $118,442.68
- Road resurfacing and striping by H & J Asphalt, Inc. up to $89,386.00
- Dell servers for Doral Central Park up to $135,010.53
- Rubrik centralized data storage licensing up to $57,118.20
- Velaro Incorporated online chat software amendment up to $14,687.40 per year
Special Council Meeting
The City Council will consider a resolution to establish the proposed operating millage rate for fiscal year 2023-2024. The item includes setting debt service rates for General Obligation Bonds, Parks and Recreation Projects Series 2019 and Series 2021. The council will also set the dates, times, and locations for the first and second public budget hearings.
- Proposed operating millage rate for FY 2023-2024
- Debt service millage rate for General Obligation Bonds, Parks and Recreation Projects Series 2019 and Series 2021
- Scheduling of first and second public budget hearings
Special Council Meeting
The City Council is conducting a first reading of Ordinance #2023-24. This ordinance would establish a six-month moratorium on the processing and consideration of development, building, and zoning applications authorized under the Live Local Act.
- First reading of Ordinance #2023-24 regarding SB102 Live Local Act moratorium
- Proposed six-month moratorium on certain development, building, and zoning approvals
Council Zoning Meeting
The City Council will consider several resolutions including emergency debris removal services and a chiller replacement for the Police Training and Community Center. The meeting also includes public hearings regarding a site plan for Healthpeak Properties Inc. and new distance requirements for tobacco shops.
- Awarding disaster debris removal services to CTC Disaster Response, Inc., Ceres Environmental Services, and DRC Emergency Services
- Purchasing a replacement AC chiller unit for the Police Training and Community Center not to exceed $108,120.00
- Approving a conservation easement amendment for Trump Endeavor 12 LLC
- Site plan approval for Healthpeak Properties Inc. north of NW 41 Street and west of NW 109 Avenue
- Ordinance #2023-20 regarding distance requirements for tobacco/vape shops
Council Meeting
The City Council is reviewing several resolutions regarding city contracts and community grants. These items include funding for park telecommunications, trail lighting engineering, and local facade improvements. The agenda also covers police department operational changes and special event permits.
- $531,964.20 contract with Quality Wiring Inc for telecommunications at Doral Central Park
- $247,677.10 work order for lighting engineering in the city's trails network
- $44,546.20 for concrete repairs on NW 115 Court, NW 115 Place, and NW 116 Ave
- Awarding $10,000 facade improvement grants to several local associations
- Approval of a six-month pilot program for 11.5-hour police shifts
Council Zoning Meeting
The Council will conduct second readings on several zoning and land use amendments. These include changes to the Bridge Point area and modifications to the Midtown Doral development agreement. The agenda also includes ratifying emergency debris removal agreements.
- Bridge Point FLUM Amendment: change land use to Business and Private Parks/Open Space
- Bridge Point Rezoning: change zoning to Corridor Commercial and Private Parks/Recreation
- Midtown Doral amendment to increase residential units from 675 to 734
- Extension of FLUM Amendment 22-02ESR for Trump Endeavor 12 LLC
- Ratification of debris removal agreements with Ceres, Custom Tree Care, and DRC
Council Meeting
The City Council is reviewing several resolutions regarding major infrastructure and technology expenditures. This includes significant hardware purchases for Doral Central Park and design work for NW 117 Avenue improvements. The agenda also features agreements for lobbying services, park programming, and various proclamations.
- $2,715,632.53 contract for AV systems hardware at Doral Central Park
- $1,322,503.89 purchase of Cisco network hardware for Doral Central Park
- $235,020 work order for the NW 117 Avenue improvement project design phase
- $90,000 agreement with The Southern Group of Florida, Inc. for lobbying services
- $110,480 purchase of AssetWorks FleetFocus fleet management software
Local Planning Agency
The Local Planning Agency is reviewing two resolutions regarding land use and zoning amendments. These proposals involve changing designations for several parcels to business, commercial, and park uses. The agency will provide recommendations to the local governing body.
- Land use amendment for ±5.8935 acres from Office/Residential to Business near NW 109 Avenue
- Land use amendment for ±16.0994 acres from Office/Residential to Private Parks and Open Space
- Zoning change for ±11.6412 acres from General Use District to Corridor Commercial District
- Zoning change for ±16.0994 acres from General Use District to Private Parks and Recreation District
Council Zoning Meeting
The Council will consider several zoning and land use changes, including a modification to the Midtown Doral development. Discussion also includes nominations for various advisory boards and committees.
- First reading of the sixth amendment to the Century Midtown Properties settlement agreement
- Ordinance #2023-13: Modifying Midtown Doral PUD to increase residential units from 675 to 734 and clubhouse space to 58,052 square feet
- Ordinance #2023-11: Small-scale land use amendment for Bridge Point involving ±5.8935 acres and ±16.0994 acres
- Ordinance #2023-12: Rezoning of ±11.6412 acres to Corridor Commercial District and ±16.0994 acres to Private Parks and Recreation District
- Nominations for Public Arts Advisory Board, Elected Officials Retirement Plan Administrative Committee, and Doral Parks Bond Oversight Committee
Council Meeting
The Council will review several consent agenda items including driveway fee waivers and community organization grants. Discussion items include a search for a new City Attorney and contract increases for the Doral Cultural Arts Center.
- Award of $81,500.00 (plus 10% contingency) to McCourt Construction, Inc. for Doral Legacy Park court resurfacing
- Community grants totaling $16,400.00 distributed among four organizations
- Budget transfer of $110,000.00 for parks landscape maintenance services
- Work order to Weekley Asphalt Paving, Inc. for striping on NW 79 Avenue not to exceed $26,650.86
- Contract increase for KVC Constructors, Inc. at Doral Cultural Arts Center up to a new total of $9,321,531.00
Council Zoning Meeting
The City Council will consider extending the time for the City Attorney Search Committee to complete its duties. Additionally, a public hearing is scheduled regarding a site plan modification for Ewe Warehouse Investments XXXII, Ltd. at 2525 NW 82 Avenue.
- Extension of time for the City Attorney Search Committee
- Site plan modification for Ewe Warehouse Investments XXXII, Ltd. at 2525 NW 82 Avenue
Council Meeting
The Council will consider several resolutions regarding employee drug screening, city pay plans, and concrete repair work orders. The evening session includes first readings of ordinances related to noise, purchasing, security screening, and parking regulations.
- Drug and alcohol screening services for employees up to $30,000.00
- Drug and alcohol screening services for employees/candidates up to $15,000.00
- Concrete repairs at Corsica Phase 2 not to exceed $61,146.80
- Concrete repairs on NW 78 Street not to exceed $87,369.70
- Transfer of $70,000.00 for Miami-Dade County canal maintenance
Council Meeting
The City Council will vote on several infrastructure work orders for roadway and sidewalk repairs. The agenda includes discussions on supporting legislation to mitigate lime rock mining blast effects. Additionally, the council will hold public hearings on new ordinances regarding noise and a Youth Advisory Board.
- Work order with Miliani Construction Corp for $25,045.90 for concrete repairs
- Roadway restoration contracts with H&J Asphalt ($17,528.50) and Weekley Asphalt Paving ($47,223.33)
- Resolution supporting legislation to mitigate lime rock mining blast effects
- First reading of Ordinance #2023-04 regarding noise regulations
- First reading of Ordinance #2023-03 creating a Youth Advisory Board
Council Zoning Meeting
The Council will consider appointing a search committee for a new City Attorney and confirming the Mayor's role in the Miami-Dade TPO. Public hearings are also scheduled regarding a large distribution center site plan, agenda vetting procedures, and residential driveway regulations.
- Site plan for Bridge Point Doral Distribution Center (±164 acres)
- Appointment of a City Attorney search committee
- Ordinance amending council item vetting procedures
- Update to single-family residential driveway regulations
- Mayor's appointment to Miami-Dade TPO
Council Meeting
The Doral City Council will review several resolutions involving city contracts and service agreements. This includes a naming rights sponsorship for local parks and a contract for red light camera enforcement. The council will also discuss the appointment of a new Police Chief.
- $175,000 annual sponsorship for Doral Cultural Arts Center and Downtown Doral Park
- Red light camera enforcement contract with RedSpeed Florida LLC
- $157,926 agreement with SFM Landscape Services LLC for debris removal
- $50,000 agreement with FIU for an economic analysis update
- Employment agreement for Edwin Lopez as Police Chief