Cutler Bay public meetings in 2023
25 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Town Council Workshop - With Virtual
The Town Council will hold a community involvement meeting regarding an update on the Miami-Dade County Homeless Trust. The discussion includes the potential acquisition of La Quinta.
- Miami-Dade County Homeless Trust Continuum of Care Acquisition and Development Update
- Potential acquisition of La Quinta
Special Town Council Meeting - With Virtual
The Town Council will consider a second reading of an ordinance to authorize a land acquisition revenue bond. The funds are intended to finance the purchase of vacant land located on Old Cutler Road and SW 87th Avenue for town purposes.
- Second reading of ordinance authorizing issuance of a land acquisition revenue bond not exceeding $6,700,000
- Resolution authorizing a loan agreement with TD Public Finance LLC for the Old Cutler Road and SW 87th Avenue land acquisition
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Town Council Meeting - With Virtual
The Town Council will review budget amendments and appointments to the Youth Council and Charter Revision Commission. The agenda also includes a grant application for Marlin Roadway improvements and updates to town ordinances regarding artificial turf and code enforcement penalties.
- $6,700,000 land acquisition revenue bond for Old Cutler Road and SW 87th Avenue
- Conditional use modification for Mater Academy Cutler Bay to permit additional students
- 2024 TAP Grant application for the Marlin Roadway Improvement Project
- Ordinance amendments regarding artificial turf and code enforcement penalties
- Invitation to bid for the Cutler Ridge Pines Drainage Sub-Basin Water Quality project
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Local Planning Agency - With Virtual
The Local Planning Agency will review a first reading of an ordinance to amend Chapter 3, Section 108 of the Town Code. This amendment relates to the use of artificial turf within the town.
- First reading of ordinance amending Chapter 3, Section 108 regarding artificial turf
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Town Council Meeting - With Virtual
The Town Council will review several items, including sidewalk replacement services and community fund grants. The agenda also includes first readings of ordinances regarding artificial turf and code enforcement penalties. Additionally, the council will review design services for the 16-Acre Legacy Park project.
- Purchase order to Metro Express, Inc. for townwide sidewalk replacement and installation
- $9,000 in grant funding awards from the Cutler Bay Community Fund
- Agreement with Saltz Michelson Architects for Phase II design services for the 16-Acre Legacy Park project
- Selection of Envirowaste Services Group, Inc. for stormwater maintenance services
- First reading of ordinances regarding artificial turf and code enforcement penalties
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Town Council Budget Hearing - With Virtual
The Town Council is conducting a second budget hearing to adopt the final operating and capital outlay budget for fiscal year 2023-24. This includes a resolution to establish the final millage rate for the period starting October 1, 2023.
- Adoption of final millage rate for FY 2023-24
- Adoption of final operating and capital outlay budget for FY 2023-24
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Town Council Meeting - With Virtual
The Town Council will review several consent agenda items including infrastructure projects and grant agreements. Discussions include updates on Legacy Park design services and Biscayne Bay ecosystem restoration.
- Awarding SW 82 Ave Roadway Improvements and Traffic Circle Project to Maggolc, Inc.
- Issuing purchase order to Kimley-Horn for CEI services for SW 82 Ave project
- Accepting FDOT LAP Grant for SW 200 St & SW 103 Ave Roundabout Project
- Ratifying the 2023 Miami-Dade Cultural Affairs Grant
- Ratifying The Children's Trust Youth Development Grant
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Town Council Budget Hearing - With Virtual
The Town Council is conducting a first budget hearing regarding the proposed millage rate and tentative operating and capital outlay budget. These items cover the fiscal year from October 1, 2023, through September 30, 2024.
- Proposed Millage Rate-First Budget Hearing FY23-24
- Tentative Budget-First Hearing FY23-24
The Town Council voted unanimously to set the FY 2023‑24 millage rate at 2.8332 mils per $1,000 of assessed value. The council also approved the tentative operating and capital outlay budget of $131,052,804 for the same fiscal year. Both motions passed with a 5‑to‑0 vote.
- Approved millage rate of 2.8332 mils (5‑0)
- Approved FY 2023‑24 tentative budget of $131,052,804 (5‑0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Town Council Workshop - With Virtual
The Town Council is conducting its third budget workshop to review the proposed FY 2023-24 budget. The session includes discussions on department expenditures and an updated fund balance replenishment plan.
- Proposed Budget FY 2023-24
- Updated Fund Balance Replenishment Plan 2020-24
The Town Council held a workshop to review the proposed FY 2023-24 budget and an updated Fund Balance Replenishment Plan. No formal votes or decisions were made during this session. Budget hearings are scheduled for September 12 and September 26.
Town Council Workshop - With Virtual
The Town Council is meeting for a workshop to discuss the proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2023-24. The session includes a review of the executive summary, fund summaries, and department expenditures.
- Proposed Budget FY 2023-24
The Town Council held a workshop to review the proposed Fiscal Year 2023-24 budget and general revenues. Town officials discussed maintaining the millage rate at 2.8332 and potential credit rating upgrades for future bonds. No formal votes were taken during this workshop.
Town Council Meeting - With Virtual
The Cutler Bay Town Council will hold a regular meeting on July 19, 2023, to consider a consent agenda including awarding $5,000 in community fund grants, accepting an Alliance for Aging grant, and setting the proposed millage rate and budget hearing dates for FY 2023-24. The council will also hold second readings on ordinances establishing the 2024 candidate qualifying period and runoff date, and updating Neighborhood Center District zoning minimum unit size standards.
- Second reading of ordinance updating Neighborhood Center District zoning minimum unit size standards
- Second reading of ordinance establishing 2024 candidate qualifying period and runoff date
- Awarding $5,000 in Cutler Bay Community Fund grants to local nonprofits
- Setting proposed millage rate and budget hearing dates for FY 2023-24
- Authorizing RFQ for design-assist construction firm services for 16-acre Legacy Park and Municipal Complex
The Town Council approved an agreement with Miami-Dade County to reinstate the local option gas tax, which will allow the Town to collect $549,000 annually. The Council also passed several resolutions via a consent agenda regarding grants, road resurfacing, and budget hearings. An ordinance establishing the 2024 municipal election qualifying period and runoff date was approved.
- Authorized Town Manager and Attorney to execute agreement for local option gas tax (Unanimous)
- Approved $5,000 in Cutler Bay Community Fund grants for local non-profits (4-0)
- Accepted Alliance for Aging grant for Active Adult Services Program (4-0)
- Selected Top Notch, Inc. for 16 Acre Brownfield Site maintenance services (4-0)
- Approved proposed millage rate and dates for FY 2023-24 budget hearings (4-0)
- Renewed MDCITD interlocal agreement for IT maintenance and support (4-0)
- Approved purchase order amendment for H & R Paving Phase VII resurfacing (4-0)
- Selected H & J Asphalt, Inc. for townwide asphalt roadway resurfacing (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Town Council Meeting - With Virtual
The Town Council will discuss the Fiscal Year 2023-24 Budget Visioning Workshop and a resolution regarding park development. The meeting includes a vote on adopting the final master plan design for the 16-acre Legacy Park and Municipal Complex project.
- Adopting Final Master Plan Design for 16 Acres Legacy Park Complex
- Fiscal Year 2023-24 Budget Visioning Workshop
The Town Council approved the final master plan design for the 16-Acre Legacy Park and Municipal Complex project. Town Manager Rafael Casals also announced upcoming budget workshop and hearing dates for Fiscal Year 2023-24.
- Approved final master plan design for 16-Acre Legacy Park and Municipal Complex (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Local Planning Agency - With Virtual
The Local Planning Agency considered an ordinance to amend minimum unit size standards within all Neighborhood Center Districts. The item was moved to the Regular Town Council Meeting.
- Moved NC District Zoning Updates ordinance to Regular Town Council Meeting (Passed)
Town Council Meeting - With Virtual
The Town Council approved several resolutions via a consent agenda, including a purchase order for townwide sidewalk replacement and a grant for buffer land restoration. The Council also advanced ordinances regarding 2024 election dates and neighborhood center district zoning updates.
- Approved purchase order to Metro Express for townwide sidewalk replacement
- Approved FDEP Resilient Florida Program grant for Cutler Bay Buffer Land Restoration Project
- Approved issuance of RFQ for general planning services
- Approved appointment of a member to the Education Advisory Committee
- Approved 2024 municipal general election qualifying period and December 3, 2024 runoff date
- Approved first reading of NC District Zoning Updates regarding minimum unit size standards
- Approved purchase order to Stantec Consulting Inc. for 16 Acre Legacy Park and Municipal Complex services
- Approved minutes from May 15, May 17 (Workshop), and May 17 (Regular) meetings
Town Council Meeting - With Virtual
The Cutler Bay Town Council is meeting to consider a consent agenda with multiple park improvement contracts, including turf and drainage work at Whispering Pines Park, field lighting at Bel-Aire and Lakes by the Bay Parks, and playground resurfacing. They will also hold a second reading on zoning updates for the Town Center District, which would change permitted uses for medical offices, medical marijuana dispensaries, and pharmacies. The meeting includes public comment periods and reports from the mayor, council members, and town manager.
- Award ITB No. 23-06 to Coreland Construction Corp. for Whispering Pines Park pervious turf block and drainage improvements
- Award ITB No. 23-02 to Electrical Contracting Service, Inc. for Bel-Aire and Lakes by the Bay Parks field lighting improvements
- Ratify purchase order to Turf Tech Pros Inc. for playground resurfacing at Lakes by the Bay Park (waiving competitive bidding)
- Authorize purchase orders to Kimley-Horn for C-100B canal bank restoration and 53-acre wetland restoration design services
- Second reading of ordinance amending TC District zoning for medical office, medical marijuana dispensary, and pharmacy uses
The Town Council approved zoning updates for the Town Center District regarding medical offices, pharmacies, and medical marijuana dispensaries. The Council also passed a consent agenda covering several park improvements and environmental restoration projects.
- Approved TC District zoning updates for medical office, pharmacy, and medical marijuana dispensary uses (4-1)
- Approved appointment of a member to the Youth Council Committee (5-0)
- Approved design services for C-100B Canal Bank Restoration via Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. (5-0)
- Awarded Whispering Pines Park turf and drainage project to Coreland Construction Corp. (5-0)
- Approved construction engineering and inspection services for Whispering Pines Park via Stantec (5-0)
- Ratified rejection of the sole bid for playground resurfacing at Bel Aire, Lakes by the Bay, and Saga Bay Park (5-0)
- Ratified purchase order to Turf Tech Pros Inc. for Lakes by the Bay Park playground resurfacing (5-0)
- Approved design services for Wetland Restoration project via Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Town Council Workshop - With Virtual
The Cutler Bay Town Council is holding a workshop meeting with a single substantive item: a presentation by Anfield Consulting and Resource Environmental Solutions, LLC on wetland and stormwater management state credits. The meeting is primarily informational, with time for council questions and discussion, followed by adjournment. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Presentation on Wetland and Stormwater Management State Credits by Anfield Consulting & Resource Environmental Solutions, LLC
The Town Council held a workshop featuring presentations from Anfield Consulting and Resource Environmental Solutions, LLC regarding stormwater management standards and water quality enhancement. Council members discussed the potential acquisition of a 53-acre wetland preserve and the management of existing Town-owned sites. No formal decisions were made.
Town Council Workshop - With Virtual
The Cutler Bay Town Council is holding a workshop meeting with a single substantive item: a master planning discussion for 16 acres encompassing Legacy Park and the Municipal Complex, presented by Saltz Michelson Architects, Inc. The meeting also includes time for council questions and comments. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Master planning discussion for 16 acres: Legacy Park and Municipal Complex
- Presentation by Saltz Michelson Architects, Inc.
- Meeting held at Town Hall, 10720 Caribbean Blvd, Cutler Bay, FL
The Town Council discussed an updated design concept for the 16-acre Legacy Park and Municipal Complex presented by Saltz Michelson Architects. No formal votes were taken; the session focused on budget concerns, pool sizing, and public engagement. A Request For Qualifications (RFQ) for a Construction Manager At Risk is being prepared.
- Discussed updated design concept for Legacy Park and Municipal Complex
- Scheduled Public Involvement Meeting for May 20 at Cutler Ridge Park
- Scheduled Public Involvement Meeting for May 25 at Town Hall
Local Planning Agency - With Virtual
The Local Planning Agency reviewed a proposed ordinance to update the Town Center (TC) District zoning regarding medical offices, pharmacies, and medical marijuana dispensaries. The agency voted to move the item to the Regular Town Council Meeting.
- Moved TC District Zoning Updates to Regular Town Council Meeting (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Town Council Meeting - With Virtual
The Town Council approved a site plan and three variances for a Rooms To Go showroom expansion. Council also selected Saltz Michelson Architects for the 16-Acre Legacy Park and Municipal Complex design and passed a first reading of a water quality ordinance.
- Approved site plan for 12,285 sq ft addition to Rooms To Go at 18690-18722 South Dixie Highway
- Approved three variances for Rooms To Go regarding street trees, landscaping, and parking
- Selected Saltz Michelson Architects for 16-Acre Legacy Park and Municipal Complex design
- Approved RFP No. 23-01 awarding janitorial services to SFM Janitorial Services, LLC
- Authorized invitation to bid for SW 82 Ave Roadway Improvements and Traffic Circle Project
- Accepted two FDLE grants for community policing and police equipment support
- Approved resolution urging Florida Legislature to pass House Bill 263 (HeartCharged Act)
- Approved first reading of ordinance creating 'Water Quality' article in Chapter 14
Town Council Workshop - With Virtual
The Town Council is holding a workshop to review proposals from short-listed firms for RFP 22-05. This request for proposals concerns design services for the 16-Acre Legacy Park and Municipal Complex.
- Review of RFP 22-05 design proposals from Bermello Ajamil & Partners
- Review of RFP 22-05 design proposals from MCHarry Associates
- Review of RFP 22-05 design proposals from Saltz Michelson Architects
The Town Council held a workshop to evaluate design concepts from three shortlisted firms for the 16-acre Legacy Park and Municipal Complex. No votes were taken during the meeting; Council members will present their individual evaluations at the March 22, 2023 meeting to select a firm.
- Reviewed proposal from Bermello Ajamil & Partners
- Reviewed proposal from MCHarry Associates
- Reviewed proposal from Saltz Michelson Architects
Town Council Workshop - With Virtual
The Town Council will hold a workshop to receive a presentation on the Cutler Ridge Park pool assessment. This session is for discussion and questions regarding the aquatic facility's condition.
- Presentation by Stantec Consulting Services, Inc. regarding the Cutler Ridge Park Pool Assessment
The Town Council reached a consensus to construct a new pool at the future Legacy Park and Municipal Complex site. The Council requested that the architecture firm for the complex include design plans for both a short course and long course pool.
- Reached consensus to construct a new pool at the 16-Acre Legacy Park and Municipal Complex site
- Requested Town Manager require the architecture firm to include plans for both short course and long course pools
Town Council Meeting - With Virtual
The Cutler Bay Town Council will consider resolutions urging the Florida Legislature to approve several environmental bills, including measures on Everglades protection, mangrove restoration, single-use plastic regulation, and the Safe Waterways Act. The council will also vote on accepting grants for canal bank restoration and tree planting, awarding $7,500 in community fund grants, and authorizing bids for park lighting and playground resurfacing improvements.
- Resolution urging Florida Legislature to approve Everglades Protection Area bills (HB 175/SB 192)
- Resolution urging Florida Legislature to approve Mangrove Replanting and Restoration bills (HB 561/SB 100)
- Resolution urging Florida Legislature to approve Single-Use Plastic Products regulation bills (HB 363/SB 336)
- Accepting FDEP grant for C-100B Canal Bank Restoration Project
- Awarding $7,500 in Cutler Bay Community Fund Grants for 4th QTR 2022
The Town Council approved a first reading of an ordinance to add senior housing and mixed-use requirements to the Lakes by the Bay Subdistrict. The Council also passed several resolutions via a consent agenda regarding committee appointments, environmental grants, and legislative support.
- Approved first reading of ordinance adding senior housing and mixed-use requirements to Lakes by the Bay Subdistrict (5-0)
- Approved $7,500 in Cutler Bay Community Fund grants for local non-profits (5-0)
- Approved FDEP grant for C-100B Canal Bank Restoration Project (5-0)
- Approved NEAT Streets Miami-Dade County Green Matching Grant for Blue Heron Park project (5-0)
- Authorized invitation to bid for Bel-Aire and Lakes by the Bay Park field lighting (5-0)
- Authorized invitation to bid for playground resurfacing at Bel Aire, Lakes by the Bay, and Saga Bay Park (5-0)
- Approved resolutions urging Florida Legislature to support bills regarding Everglades protection, mangroves, single-use plastics, safe waterways, and blue-green algae (5-0)
- Reaffirmed members and liaisons for Floodplain Mitigation, Age-Friendly Community, Parks and Recreation, Education Advisory, and Youth Council committees (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Local Planning Agency - With Virtual
The Local Planning Agency is meeting to discuss a first-reading ordinance to amend the Future Land Use Element of the Growth Management Plan. This change would add senior housing and mixed-use requirements to the Mixed-Use District Lakes by the Bay Subdistrict.
- First reading of an ordinance to amend Future Land Use Element text for the Mixed-Use District Lakes by the Bay Subdistrict
- Proposed addition of senior housing and mixed-use requirements to the Lakes by the Bay Subdistrict
- Repeal of Ordinance No. 22-07
The Local Planning Agency reviewed an ordinance to add senior housing and mixed-use requirements to the Lakes by the Bay Subdistrict. The agency voted to move the item to the Regular Town Council Meeting.
- Moved ordinance to amend Future Land Use Element regarding senior housing and mixed-use requirements to Regular Town Council Meeting (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Town Council Workshop - With Virtual
The Town Council will hold a workshop to receive a presentation on the 2023 Stormwater Utility Fee Update Report. The session is designated for council questions, comments, and discussion regarding the report.
- Presentation of the 2023 Stormwater Utility Fee Update Report by Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc.
The Town Council held a workshop to receive a presentation from Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. regarding stormwater utility source funding and fee recommendations. No formal decisions were made during the meeting.
Town Council Meeting - With Virtual
The Town Council will review a site plan for a large residential and commercial project on S. Dixie Highway. The body is also deciding on several infrastructure grants from the FDOT and various professional service contracts.
- Proposed site plan for 760 residential units and 24,128 sq. ft. of non-residential use at 19500 S. Dixie Highway
- FDOT grants for Cutler Bay Circulator expansion, Marlin Road improvements, and SW 82nd Avenue roadway improvements
- Contract for RG Underground, Inc. for Saga Bay 1.5 Drainage Improvements Project
- Purchase order for SRS Engineering for SW 200 Street and SW 103 Avenue traffic roundabout design
- Selection of Metro Express Inc. for sidewalk replacement and installation services
The Town Council approved a site plan for a mixed-use development featuring residential and non-residential units. The council also passed a series of consent agenda items including infrastructure grants and professional service contracts. Additionally, the council reached consensus to sunset the Economic Growth Committee.
- Approved site plan for 760 residential units and 24,128 sq. ft. of non-residential use at 19500 S. Dixie Highway (4-0)
- Approved purchase order to SRS Engineering for SW 200 Street and SW 103 Avenue roundabout design (4-0)
- Selected RG Underground, Inc. for Saga Bay Drainage Sub-Basin Section 1.5 project (4-0)
- Accepted FDOT CIGP grant for Cutler Bay Circulator Expansion Project (4-0)
- Accepted FDOT LAP grants for Marlin Road and SW 82nd Avenue improvements (4-0)
- Approved selection of Metro Express Inc. for sidewalk replacement services
- Rescinded Resolution No. 22-02 regarding H&R Paving, Inc. for roadway resurfacing
- Consensus to sunset the Economic Growth Committee