Miami Springs, FL

City Council

City Council

City Council

City Council

City Council

City Council

City Council

City Council

City Council

City Council

City Council

City Council

City Council

City Council

City Council

City Council

City Council

City Council

City Council

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Advisory Board

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to decide a variance request at 381 Deer Run, allowing an 8-foot front yard setback instead of the required 30 feet. The agenda includes a discussion on height limitations for the NW 36th Street corridor and an update on recent burglaries. Routine items include approving minutes from August 10 and purchasing golf course supplies.

• Public hearing on variance application by Raul & Ibis Cruz-Alvarez for 381 Deer Run to permit an 8-foot front yard setback
• Discussion of NW 36th Street Corridor Height Limitations Map requested by Mayor Fajet
• Update from Police Chief Sandoval and Deputy Chief Vargas on recent burglaries
• Consent agenda includes purchase of 419 Bermuda Sod from Sunset Sod, Inc. for up to $40,000
• Consent agenda includes purchase of topdressing sand from Florida Superior Sand, Inc. for up to $40,000

General

General

The Miami Springs City Council is holding a budget workshop to review the proposed Fiscal Year 2026-2027 budget, presented by the City Manager and Finance Director. The agenda includes a presentation on the budget, which totals $34,163,704 in revenues and expenditures across all funds. No votes are scheduled; this is a discussion item.

• Proposed FY 2026-27 total budget: $34,163,704
• General Fund budget: $25,211,975
• Personnel costs include COLA, merit, pension, and health insurance increases
• Police department budget: $10,248,824
• Capital outlay: $105,939

City Council

The Miami Springs City Council will hold a regular meeting on August 10, 2026, with a consent agenda covering multiple purchases and contract amendments, including AEDs, basketball court curtains, and a vehicle. The council will also consider a resolution to deny a setback variance at 381 Deer Run and discuss renaming a memorial site and impact fees.

• Purchase of AEDs from General Medical Devices, Inc. for up to $48,825
• Purchase of basketball court divider curtains from Athletic Resources, Inc. for up to $24,980
• Change order for Glenn H. Curtiss & June Bug Monument Project for $6,600
• Resolution to deny 8-foot front yard setback at 381 Deer Run (Folio 05-3119-010-2200)
• Discussion on renaming Glenn Curtiss Statue and Memorials as 'Heritage Trail Park'

General

Advisory Board

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to declare a proposed millage rate of 6.8100 mills (a 5.8% increase over the rolled-back rate of 6.4123 mills) and schedule two public budget hearings for September 14 and 28, 2026. The administration recommends this rate as a cap, with flexibility to lower it later. A separate resolution to deny a variance at 381 Deer Run has been deferred to the August 10 meeting.

• Proposed millage rate of 6.8100 mills ($6.81 per $1,000 assessed value) as a cap for FY 2026-27
• Rolled-back rate computed at 6.4123 mills; proposed rate is 5.8% higher
• First budget hearing set for September 14, 2026, at 7:00 PM; second on September 28, 2026
• Resolution affirming Board of Adjustment's denial of an 8-foot front yard setback at 381 Deer Run – deferred to August 10
• Total tentative General Fund budget of $25,184,183, with 62.9% for salaries and benefits

General

Advisory Board

Advisory Board

Advisory Board

Advisory Board

The Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings and consider two variance applications: a deferral request for a pergola variance at 1184 Westward Drive to July 15, 2026, and a variance request to reduce the front yard setback from 30 feet to 8 feet to allow an attached carport at 381 Deer Run. The board will also approve minutes from the February 2, 2026 regular meeting.

• Deferral of variance application for 1184 Westward Drive to July 15, 2026
• Variance request for 381 Deer Run: reduce front yard setback from 30 feet to 8 feet for attached carport
• Approval of minutes from February 2, 2026 regular meeting
• Public comments (3 minutes per speaker allowed)

City Council

The City Council will consider several purchase resolutions for fuel and golf products, as well as a contract for a monument project. The body will also review an amended schedule of charges for building permit fees.

• Fuel purchase from Pro Energy Fleet Fueling Llc not to exceed $100,000
• Fuel purchase from Tropic Oil Company Llc not to exceed $15,000
• Golf products purchase from Taylor Made Golf Company, Inc. not to exceed $30,000
• Construction contract with Tech Construction Group Residential, Inc. for Glenn H. Curtiss & June Bug Monument Project for $96,485
• Adoption of an amended schedule of charges for building permit fees

Advisory Board

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on the second reading of an ordinance amending the employees' retirement system and police and fire pension plan to allow purchase of permissive service credit. The council will also consider a resolution to call a special election on November 3, 2026, for a charter amendment, and several consent agenda items including new garbage collection rates effective October 1, 2026, a budget amendment, and contracts for air conditioning units and installation at the Recreation Community Center.

• Public hearing: second reading of ordinance revising pension plans to allow purchase of permissive service credit
• Resolution to call a special election on Nov. 3, 2026 for a charter amendment
• Resolution establishing new garbage, trash, and recycling rates for residential and commercial customers effective Oct. 1, 2026
• Approval of purchase of A/C units from Trane U.S. Inc. not to exceed $113,550
• Approval of agreement with Thermal Concepts, LLC for A/C installation services at Recreation Community Center not to exceed $19,900

City Council

The City Council will hold a first reading of an ordinance to revise the Employees’ Retirement System and Police and Fire Pension Plan. Members will also discuss a proposed special election regarding NW 36th Street and a road closure for the City’s Centennial Celebration.

• First reading of ordinance to permit purchase of permissive service credit for general employees and prior law enforcement service for police and fire pensions
• Discussion of proposed Special Election and ballot question on NW 36th Street
• Discussion of temporary full circle road closure for Centennial Celebration on August 22, 2026
• Recognition of Aquatic Supervisor James Dean for 10 years of service

Advisory Board

The Historic Preservation Board will hold a public hearing (deferred from a previous meeting) and consider adopting the historic designation report for the Latham-Curtiss Jr. House at 567 Hunting Lodge Drive. The board will also consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for 85 Deer Run and receive a presentation of interior photos for reference. The meeting includes approval of minutes from March 26, 2026.

• Public hearing for historic designation of 567 Hunting Lodge Drive (deferred by request)
• Adoption of Historic Designation Report for 567 Hunting Lodge Drive
• Certificate of Appropriateness for 85 Deer Run
• Presentation of photos of lobby and pueblo room collected by the board

City Council

The Miami Springs City Council holds a regular meeting with consent agenda items approving three golf course purchases totaling $66,000. A discussion item requests direction on using parking fees from new development projects for Canal Street improvements. The meeting also includes recognition of a retiring educator, yard-of-the-month award, and certificates for century-old homes.

• Recognition of retiring educator Mrs. Ana Drew after 40 years with Miami-Dade schools
• Yard of the Month award for May 2026 to 851 Hunting Lodge Drive, the Salom Family
• Consent agenda: three resolutions to purchase golf course equipment and supplies ($11,000 for Toro equipment, $15,000 for fertilizers, $40,000 for golf products) totaling $66,000
• Councilman Santin requests discussion and staff direction on Canal Street improvements funded by parking fees from new development projects

City Council

The City Council will discuss calling a special election on August 18, 2026, for a charter amendment. The body will also consider expanding red light camera enforcement and amending a professional services agreement with American Traffic Solutions, Inc.

• Proposed special election on August 18, 2026, for a charter amendment
• Ordinance to add a traffic infraction detector at an additional intersection
• Fifth Amendment to the professional services agreement with American Traffic Solutions, Inc. d/b/a Verra Mobility
• Resolution urging the Florida Legislature to fully exempt homesteaded properties for individuals 65+ from ad valorem taxation
• Recognition of 100-year homes at 869 Pinecrest Drive, 230 Springs Avenue, 31 Hunting Lodge Court, and 564 Minola Drive

City Council

The Miami Springs City Council will hold a regular meeting with several consent agenda items, including the purchase of a chemical narcotics detection device for $75,500, a janitorial services agreement, a change order for a stormwater project, and 50 Panasonic Toughbook laptops for $130,137.50. New business includes a first reading of an ordinance to add a red-light camera at an additional intersection. Council will also discuss property tax reform support and NW 36th Street corridor initiatives.

• Purchase of Pendar X10 narcotics detection device for $75,500
• Janitorial services agreement with Marsden South, L.L.C.
• Change order for Oakwood Drive and East Drive stormwater/roadway project ($48,720.62)
• 50 Panasonic Toughbook laptops for $130,137.50
• First reading of ordinance to add red-light camera at an additional intersection

Advisory Board

The Miami Springs Centennial Committee will hold a regular meeting to select a vice chair and discuss logistics for upcoming Centennial events, including a flyer selection, volunteer campaign updates, and golf tournament planning.

• Selection of the Committee Vice Chair
• Discussion and possible action to choose an official Centennial Flyer presented by the Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau
• Discussion of updates regarding volunteer list for the Volunteer Campaign
• Discussion of logistics for the Curtiss Cup Golf Tournament
• Discussion of progress with logistics and task assignments for Centennial events including Taste of The Springs, River Cities Regatta, and 100 Trees event

The Centennial Committee met and approved the January 14, 2026 minutes. No substantive decisions were made; the committee deferred the official Centennial flyer selection to the next meeting, tabled the Taste of The Springs event, and postponed final decisions on event tents and the golf tournament. Discussions covered volunteer coordination, the 100 Trees initiative, senior plaques, a library food truck event, and a picnic.

• Approved January 14, 2026 meeting minutes (consensus)
• Deferred official Centennial Flyer selection to next meeting (consensus)
• Tabled Taste of The Springs event logistics (consensus)
• Deferred final decisions on Centennial information tent at events to future meeting
• Postponed Curtiss Cup Golf Tournament due to turf damage

City Council

The Miami Springs City Council will meet to decide on pension board composition changes, approve a $32,500 Fourth of July fireworks contract, and call a special election for a charter amendment. The meeting also includes recognition of employee service and community programs.

• Second reading of ordinance revising Employees’ Retirement System and Police/Fire Pension Plan board composition
• Approval of $32,500 contract with Fireworks Displays Unlimited for 2026 Fourth of July fireworks
• First amendment to agreement with Bermello Ajamil & Partners, Inc.
• Call for August 18, 2026 special election on a charter amendment
• Adoption of revised Parks and Recreation Department rules and amended Miami Springs Aquatic Center fee schedule

Advisory Board

The Historic Preservation Board will discuss and potentially act on finalizing the historic designation report for 567 Hunting Lodge Drive, including edits to add historical context. They will also review a yard sign design for the 100-Year Homes initiative and receive updates on the Fair Havens interior work inquiry and the status of three historical markers. The meeting includes approval of minutes from January and February 2026.

• Discussion and potential action on edits to the designation report for 567 Hunting Lodge Drive
• Discussion and potential action on yard sign design for the 100-Year Homes initiative
• Update on inquiry into Fair Havens COA for potential interior work in lobby and pueblo room
• Presentation of photos of Fair Havens lobby and pueblo room
• Update on status of historical markers for Curtiss Mansion, Hotel Country Club (Fair Havens), and Clune Stadnik Building

Advisory Board

The Miami Springs Board of Parks & Parkways will hold its regular meeting on March 17, 2026, at the Adult Community Center. The board will approve minutes from the January 13 meeting, hear public comments, and select the Yard of the Month for April through June 2026.

• Selection of Yard of the Month for April 2026: Michelle Baumann
• Selection of Yard of the Month for May 2026: David Vargas
• Selection of Yard of the Month for June 2026: Lynne Brooks

Advisory Board

The Centennial Committee is meeting to discuss and possibly select an official Centennial Flyer, review volunteer efforts, and plan logistics for upcoming centennial events including the Curtiss Cup Golf Tournament and community celebrations. The agenda is largely procedural and planning-focused, with no major policy decisions or budget items.

• Discussion and possible action to choose an official Centennial Flyer presented by the Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau
• Update on volunteer list for the Volunteer Campaign
• Logistics for the Curtiss Cup Golf Tournament
• Progress and task assignments for events: Taste of The Springs, River Cities Regatta, 100 Trees event, Honorary Senior Plaques, Library Event, Picnic at the Circle

The Centennial Committee met and approved the January minutes. No final decisions were made on substantive items; the official Centennial Flyer selection was deferred, and logistics for several events were tabled or deferred to future meetings. The committee discussed volunteer coordination, the '100 Trees for 100 Years' initiative, and other event updates.

• Approved January 14, 2026 meeting minutes (consensus)
• Deferred selection of official Centennial Flyer to next meeting (consensus)
• Tabled Taste of The Springs event logistics (consensus)
• Deferred decisions on Centennial tent at River Cities Regatta and Jumping Jack Car Show to future meeting
• Discussed volunteer coordination; Petralanda volunteered as point of contact
• Discussed '100 Trees for 100 Years' initiative with tentative dates April 24-25
• Discussed senior plaques, library food truck event, and Picnic at the Circle
• Noted Curtiss Cup Golf Tournament postponed due to turf damage

City Council

The Miami Springs City Council is holding a regular meeting with several administrative and ceremonial items. Key actions include a first reading of an ordinance revising pension board compositions, votes of confidence for the City Clerk and City Attorney, and a request for a $250 donation to a student HOSA club. The agenda also includes recognition of 100-year-old homes and a Yard of the Month award, with no public hearings scheduled.

• Ordinance first reading to revise pension board composition, allow DROP participants as trustees, and set four-year terms
• Vote of confidence for City Clerk and City Attorney as required by City Charter
• Request for $250 donation to HOSA Club for student travel to state competition
• Reappointment of Dr. Jim Watson to Historic Preservation Board
• Presentation of certificates to 100-year homes and Yard of the Month to 998 Ibis Avenue

Advisory Board

The Miami Springs Disability Advisory Board is holding a regular meeting with a focus on new business items, including a discussion on strengthening enforcement and public education against disabled parking placard misuse, a presentation from Miami-Dade County's ADA Coordinator on accessibility collaboration, and information about the 2026 Disability Resource Fair. The agenda also includes routine items like approval of minutes and public comments.

• Discussion on enforcement and public education against disabled parking placard misuse
• Presentation by Miami-Dade County ADA Coordinator Heidi Johnson-Wright on accessibility improvements
• Information on the 2026 Disability Resource Fair by Miami-Dade County
• Approval of minutes from October 9, 2025 regular meeting

Advisory Board

The Historic Preservation Board is meeting to discuss ongoing outreach for the Recognition of 100 Year Homes, procedures for the Historic Designation of 567 Hunting Lodge Drive, website edits regarding Hotel Country Club architects, and logistics for potential Historical Marker locations. The board will also review minutes from the January 22, 2026 meeting and hear public comments.

• Discussion on progress with outreach for Recognition of 100 Year Homes
• Discussion on preparation/procedure for Historic Designation of 567 Hunting Lodge Drive
• Discussion on website edits about architects for Hotel Country Club
• Logistics for Historical Marker locations: Curtiss Mansion, Parker Vertical Lift Bridge, Pony Swing Bridge, Golf Course

The Historic Preservation Board approved the historic designation of 567 Hunting Lodge Drive, with a directive to include a concise reference to former resident Elizabeth Brickell in the report. The board also approved edits to a historical marker application and directed staff to begin outreach for a 100-year home recognition program. No new business was discussed.

• Approved historic designation of 567 Hunting Lodge Drive (consensus)
• Approved edits to historical marker application (consensus)
• Directed staff to revise designation report to include Elizabeth Brickell reference
• Directed staff to begin outreach for 100-year home recognition program

City Council

The Miami Springs City Council will meet to decide on two purchases totaling $41,189.89 and discuss a road closure request for an annual regatta. The meeting also includes a presentation on impact fees and a discussion on ballot language for a special election.

• Purchase Mission Communications unit for Hook Square Pump House for $11,217.89
• Purchase one vehicle from Duval Ford for $29,972.00 under Florida Sheriffs Association contract
• Request by Lynn Brooks for road closure and circle closure for Annual River Cities Regatta
• Presentation of Impact Fee Analysis by Nilgun Kamp and Bryan Mantz of Benesch
• Discussion on proposed Special Election Ballot Language for NW 36th Street and Abraham Tract