Res No 081-21-15701RESOLUTION NO. 0 81- 21 -15 7 01
A Resolution of the Mayor and City Commission authorizing the City Manager
to pay a total of $12,000 from the Marshal Williamson Scholarship fund in
equal shares to the following scholarship applicants: Anam Majid, Cristina
Betancourt, Ana de La Rosa, Kamiyah Strickland, Galen Applewhite, and Toccara
Ware.
WHEREAS, on March 23, 2021, the Mayor and Commission passed a resolution
establishing procedure, criteria, and the application form for the Marhsall Williamson
Scholarship and setting aside $10,000 for said scholarship; and
WHEREAS, Mayor Philips donated an additional $1,4000 and Commissioner Gil donated
an additional $600 from their discretionary funds so as to increase the scholarship fund to
$12,000; and
WHERAS, on May 18, 2021, a Resolution for appointments to the City of South Miami
Marshall Williamson Scholarship Committee was made and approved; and
WHEREAS, the appointed Committee members were Dr. Paul Young, Dr. Ana Price, Mr.
Eugene Pugh, Mr. Ravi Ramjit, and Dr. Valtena Gibson Brown; and
WHEREAS, the Scholarship Committee held its first meeting on June 8, 2021; and
WHERAS, the scholarship applications were due on June 30, 2021 and six (6) qualified
applicants submitted applications to the City Clerk's office before the deadline; and
WHEREAS, the Scholarship Committee meeting for application review and selection was
held on July 7, 2021, and the six (6) eligible applicants met with the committee; and
WHEREAS, the Committee found that all six (6) applicants were amazing, intelligent, and
displayed strength in different areas during the interview process; and
WHEREAS, the Scholarship Committee recommends the six (6) eligible applicants, Anam
Majid, Christina Betancourt, Ana de La Rosa, Kamiyah Strickland, Jalen Applewhite, and Toccara
Ware, be awarded equal shares of the $12,000 scholarship fund.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSIONERS OF THE
CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI, FLORIDA:
Section 1. The foregoing recitals are hereby ratified and confirmed as being true and
they are incorporated into this resolution by reference as if set forth in full herein.
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Res. No. 081-21-15701
Section 2. The Mayor and Commission authorizes the City Manager to disburse the
$12,000 scholarship fund in equal shares to the eligible applicants: Anam Majid, Cristina
Betancourt, Ana de La Rosa, Kamiyah Strickland, Jalen Applewhite, and Toccara Ware.
Section 3. Corrections. Conforming language or technical scrivener -type corrections
may be made by the City Attorney for any conforming amendments to be incorporated into the
final resolution for signature.
Section 4. Severability. If any section clause, sentence, or phrase of this resolution is for
any reason held invalid or unconstitutional by a court of competent jurisdiction, the holding will
not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this resolution.
Section S. Effective Date. This resolution will become effective immediately upon
enactment.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 20th day of July, 2021.
ATTEST: APPROV -
CITY &RK MAYOR
READ AND APPROVED AS TO FORM,
COMMISSION VOTE:
5-0
Mayor Philips:
Yea
Commissioner Corey:
Yea
Commissioner Harris:
Yea
Commissioner Liebman:
Yea
Commissioner Gil:
Yea
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Agenda item No:3.
City Commission Agenda Item Report
Meeting Date: July 20, 2021
Submitted by: Samantha Fraga-Lopez
Submitting Department: City Manager
Item Type: Resolution
Agenda Section:
Subject:
A Resolution of the Mayor and City Commission authorizing the City Manager to pay a total of $12,000 from the
Marshal Williamson Scholarship fund in equal shares to the following scholarship applicants: Anam Majid,
Cristina Betancourt, Ana de La Rosa, Kamiyah Strickland, Jalen Applewhite, and Toccara Ware. 3/5 (Mayor
Philips)
Suggested Action:
Attachments:
Schol. Announce. 7-2021.docx
Reso_Marshal I_Wil liamson_Scholarshi p_Award_2021CArev.doc
March 23 meeting min.pdf
South Miami
THE CITY OF PLP Ati,A iA'l LIA'Im;
To: Mayor & Commissioners
From: Dr. Chair Paul Young, and the
Marshall Williamson Scholarship Committee
Date: July 20,2021
ITEM No.
FY2020-2021 MARSHALL WILLIAMSON
SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS
Memo
A Resolution of the Mayor and City Commissioners of the City of South Miami relating to a
Resolution creating a Marshall Williamson Scholarship. The Resolution passed on March 23rd,
2021, establishing procedure, criteria, and the application form for the Marshall Williamson
Scholarship. The Resolution was amended to increase set aside from $5,000.00 to $10,000.00.
(resolution attached)
A Resolution for appointments to the City of South Miami Marshall Williamson Scholarship
Committee where made and approved on Tuesday May 18, 2021. Committee members appointed
were Dr. Paul Young, Dr. Anna Price, Mr. Eugene Pugh, Mr. Ravi Ramjit and Dr. Valtena Gibson
Brown. The City of South Miami Scholarship Committee first meeting was June 81h, 2021. (minutes
attached )
The City of South Miami Marshall Williamson Scholarship Applications were due on June 30, 2021.
Six (6) qualified applications were submitted to the City Clerk's Office before the deadline.
(applications attached) The City of South Miami Marshall Williamson Scholarship Committee
meeting for application review and selection was held on July 7, 2021. Six (6) eligible City of South
Miami Community college applicants met with the Scholarship committee. (minutes attached)
Recommendation
The City of South Miami Marshall Williamson Scholarship Committee Board recommends the six
(6) eligible City of South Miami Community applicants be awarded equal shares of the set aside
amount of $10,000.00. All six applicants were amazing, intelligent and displayed strength in different
areas during the interview process. This year's applicants are: Anam Majid, Christina Betancourt, Ana
de La Rosa, Kamiyah Strickland, Jalen Applewhite and Toccara Ware.
r.t'achments:
`Aarch 23` 2021-Resolution and Minutes establishing the Marshall Williamson Scholarship
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City of South Miami
Regular City Commission Minutes
March 23, 2021
The City Commission participated in this meeting in -person and virtually.
The City Commission met in regular session on Tuesday, March 23, 2021, beginning at
7:00 p.m. The meeting was held as a VIRTUAL MEETING through communication media
technology with the members of the City Commission and City staff participating through video
conferencing. This virtual meeting was held on the Zoom platform used by the City Clerk for live
remote participation.
A) SILENCE OR TURN OFF ALL CELL PHONES
After Clerk Payne read the four proposed add -on items, it was moved by Commissioner
Gil and seconded by Commissioner Harris to add the items to the agenda. The motion passed
unanimously.
C) ROLL CALL
The following members of the City Commission were present: Mayor Sally Philips,
Commissioner Walter Harris, Commissioner Josh Liebman and Commissioner Luis Gil.
Also, in attendance were Shari Karnali, City Manager, Thomas Pepe, City Attorney and
Nkenga A. Payne, City Clerk.
D) MOMENT OF SILENCE
E) PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited in unison.
F) LOBBYIST(S) ADDRESSING THE CITY COMMISSION TONIGHT MUST HAVE BEEN
REGISTERED WITH THE CITY CLERK
G) PRESENTATIONS
H)
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
March 23, 2021
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Ha.) 03.02.21 minutes
Moved by Commissioner Gil, seconded by Commissioner Harris, the motion to approve
03.02.21 minutes passed by a 4 - 0 vote:
Yea: Mayor Philips
Commissioner Harris
Commissioner Liebman
Commissioner Gil
Nay: None
1) CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
Ms. Kamali reported on the following: On Saturday, April 17, 2021 the Public Works
Department will host a free recycling event at 4795 SW 75 Avenue. Spring camp registration is
open via recpro.southmiamifl.gov, camp begins Monday, March 29, 2021. The City's pool
opened for the season on Saturday, March 27, 2021. The Dog Park is temporarily closed for
maintenance from March 22, 2021 - May 4, 2021. Tuesday, March 30, 2021 and Thursday, April
1, 2021 Easter Egg Hunt Bag -to -go will be available at the community center from 2:00 pm -
8:00 pm. for pre -registered residents only. The SW 62nd Avenue from US1 to 80th Street
pedestrian and bicycle enhancement project has started and will continue until September
2021. The project will consist of repairing existing sidewalks, installing new sidewalks, new curb
and gutter drainage improvements and pavement marking, striking and signage. Sunset Drive
landscape and roadway improvement project is almost complete. Florida Power & Light notified
the City that they are working on relocating transmission poles along SW 62nd Avenue between
78th Street and 80th Street. A survey was given to registered voters of the proposed
annexation area and the responses are due back by April 5, 2021. The results of the survey will
be used to decide whether an application for annexation will be submitted to Miami -Dade
County. The City is partnering with Miami -Dade County District 7 Commissioner Raquel
Regalado to offer free mammograms on April 10, 2021. The Special Election is scheduled for
April 20, 2021 and the last day to request vote by mail is April 10, 2021 at 5:00 p.m. On
Saturday, March 20, 2021, the Children's Clinic partnered with Miami -Dade County, Miami -
Dade Fire Department, EOC, South Miami Hospital and the City to give 650 Covid-19
vaccinations, the second dose will be given on April 10, 2021. The House and Senate passed the
American Recovery Plan for 1.9 trillion dollars, an additional relief in response to Covid-19. The
City is expected to receive $5 million. Half of the funds will be received within the next 60 days
and the next half 12 months after the first payment.
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J� CITY ATTORNEYS REPORT
With regards to the April 20, 2021 Special Election, Mr. Pepe reminded the Commission
members that they cannot support a candidate from the dais and use public funds to support
or oppose any candidate. Also, candidates cannot use public forum to promote themselves or
oppose other candidates.
K)
PUBLIC REMARKS
The following spoke during public remarks: Brian Corey, Joseph Abraham and Dale
Andree. Mayor Philips read letters in the record from John Edward Smith and Jade Higgins.
L) BOARDS AND COMMITTEES, APPOINTMENTS, ETC.
M) COMMISSION REPORTS, DISCUSSION & REMARKS
Commissioner Harris spoke about doubling the amount of the Marshall Williamson
Scholarship.
Commissioner Gil spoke in favor of the Marshall Williamson Scholarship and offered
$500 from his discretionary fund towards the scholarship. He also mentioned the successful
Covid-19 vaccination event and thanked all involved.
Commissioner Liebman wished everyone Happy Passover and Happy Easter. He thanked
everyone involved in the successful Covid-19 vaccination event.
Mayor Philips thanked everyone involved in the Covid-19 vaccination event as well.
She asked members of the Commission if they would like to be a part of the Miami -Dade
County League of Cities as either Director or Co -Director to represent the City, she has been
attending the meetings. The Commission decided to leave her as Director and Commissioner
Harris as Co -Director when she can't attend the meetings.
At this time, it was moved by Commissioner Harris and seconded by Commissioner
Liebman to hear items #5 and #6 after the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously.
N) CONSENT AGENDA
A Resolution authorizing the City Manager to purchase an Extended Hardware
and Software Warranty for thirty-four (34) parking pay stations from Parker
Systems, for an amount not to exceed $40,325. 3/5 (City Manager -Finance
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Dept.)
Moved by Commissioner Gil, seconded by Commissioner Harris, the motion to approve
Resolution No. 028-21-15648 authorizing the City Manager to purchase an Extended Hardware
and Software Warranty for thirty-four (34) parking pay stations from Parker Systems, for an
amount not to exceed $40,325 passed by a 4 - 0 vote:
Yea: Mayor Philips
Commissioner Harris
Commissioner Liebman
Commissioner Gil
Nay: None
P) RESOLUTION(S) PUBLIC HEARING(S)
55. A Resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into a multi -year piggyback
agreement with Sprint Solutions, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of T-Mobile
USA, Inc., for wireless voice, data and related services. 3/5 (City Manager -
Procurement)
The public hearing on this item was opened and closed with no speakers.
Moved by Commissioner Harris, seconded by Commissioner Gil, the motion to approve
Resolution No. 029-21-15649 authorizing the City Manager to enter into a multi -year piggyback
agreement with Sprint Solutions, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of T-Mobile USA, Inc., for
wireless voice, data and related services passed by a 4 - 0 vote:
Yea: Mayor Philips
Commissioner Harris
Commissioner Liebman
Commissioner Gil
Nay: None
Q) ORDINANCE(S) SECOND READING(S) PUBLIC HEARING(S)
An Ordinance amending Chapter 7 titled "Buildings", of the City of South
Miami Code of Ordinances, creating a new Section 7.17 titled "Art in Public
Places". 3/5 (Commissioner Liebman)
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The following spoke during public hearing on this item: Dr. Santiago Medina and Jerry
Proctor.
Moved by Commissioner Liebman, seconded by Commissioner Harris, the motion to
approve Ordinance No. 06-21-2396 amending Chapter 7 titled "Buildings", of the City of South
Miami Code of Ordinances, creating a new Section 7.17 titled "Art in Public Places" passed by a
4 - 0 vote:
Yea: Mayor Philips
Commissioner Harris
Commissioner Liebman
Commissioner Gil
Nay: None
O) RESOLUTION(S)
A Resolution rescheduling the City Commission meeting of Tuesday, April 20,
2021.3/5 (City Commission)
Moved by Commissioner Gil, seconded by Commissioner Harris, the motion to approve
Resolution No. 030-21-15650 rescheduling the City Commission meeting of Tuesday, April 20,
2021 passed by a 4 - 0 vote:
Yea: Mayor Philips
Commissioner Harris
Commissioner Liebman
Commissioner Gil
Nay: None
.3. A Resolution of the Mayor and City Commissioners of the City of South Miami
creating a committee, establishing procedure and criteria, and approving the
application form for the Marshall Williamson Scholarship. 3/5 (Mayor Philips)
It was moved by Mayor Philips and seconded by Commissioner Gil to add City residents
and who are after the word are on page 3 of 6 line 68. The motion passed unanimously.
It was moved by Commissioner Harris and seconded by Commissioner Gil to change
$5;999 to $10,000 on page 1 of 6 line 21. The motion passed by a 3-1 vote (Yea -Mayor Philip,
Commissioner Harris and Commissioner Gil; Nay -Commissioner Liebman).
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Moved by Commissioner Harris, seconded by Commissioner Gil, the motion to approve
as amended Resolution No. 031-21-15651 of the Mayor and City Commissioners of the City of
South Miami creating a committee, establishing procedure and criteria, and approving the
application form for the Marshall Williamson Scholarship passed by a 4 - 0 vote:
Yea: Mayor Philips
Commissioner Harris
Commissioner Liebman
Commissioner Gil
Nay: None
4.) A Resolution of the Mayor and City Commissioners of the City of South Miami
to engage Miami Dade County to provide the services of an Art in Public Places
Trust and a Professional Advisory Committee and to fulfil those requirements
of the City's Art in Public Places Program and to provide full implementation of
the program. 3/5 (Commissioner Liebman)
It was moved by Mayor Philips and seconded by Commissioner Gil to adopt the second
resolution with previous amendments. The motion passed unanimously.
Moved by Mayor Philips, seconded by Commissioner Gil, the motion to approve as
amended Resolution No. 032-21-15652 of the Mayor and City Commissioners of the City of
South Miami to engage Miami Dade County to provide the services of an Art in Public Places
Trust and a Professional Advisory Committee and to fulfil those requirements of the City's Art in
Public Places Program and to provide full implementation of the program passed by a 4 - 0
vote:
Yea: Mayor Philips
Commissioner Harris
Commissioner Liebman
Commissioner Gil
Nay: None
B) ADD -ON ITEM(S)
Ba. A Resolution requesting the City Manager issue an RFP for the demolition of
the property located at 5890 SW 69th Street. 3/5 (Commissioner Liebman)
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Moved by Commissioner Liebman, seconded by Commissioner Harris, the motion to
approve Resolution No. 033-21-15653 requesting the City Manager issue an RFP for the
demolition of the property located at 5890 SW 69th Street passed by a 4 - 0 vote:
Yea: Mayor Philips
Commissioner Harris
Commissioner Liebman
Commissioner Gil
Nay: None
Bb. A Resolution of the Mayor and City Commissioners of the City of South Miami
supporting and urging the Florida legislature to pass Florida Senate Joint
Resolution 540 to amend the Florida Constitution to require a supermajority of
the Florida legislature to pass any law that preempts to the state a field of
regulation or other subject of legislation not preempted to it by the Florida
Constitution. 3/5 (Mayor Philips)
Moved by Commissioner Harris, seconded by Commissioner Gil, the motion to approve
Resolution No. 034-21-15654 of the Mayor and City Commissioners of the City of South Miami
supporting and urging the Florida legislature to pass Florida Senate Joint Resolution 540 to
amend the Florida Constitution to require a supermajority of the Florida legislature to pass any
law that preempts to the state a field of regulation or other subject of legislation not
preempted to it by the Florida Constitution passed by a 4 - 0 vote:
Yea: Mayor Philips
Commissioner Harris
Commissioner Liebman
Commissioner Gil
Nay: None
Bc. A Resolution of the Mayor and City Commissioners of the City of South Miami
urging all members of the Florida Legislature to oppose unwarranted or overly
broad preemptions of municipal home rule powers. 3/5 (Mayor Philips)
Moved by Commissioner Gil, seconded by Commissioner Harris, the motion to approve
Resolution No. 035-21-15655 of the Mayor and City Commissioners of the City of South Miami
urging all members of the Florida Legislature to oppose unwarranted or overly broad
preemptions of municipal home rule powers passed by a 4 - 0 vote:
Yea: Mayor Philips
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Commissioner Harris
Commissioner Liebman
Commissioner Gil
Nay: None
Bd.) A Resolution authorizing the City Manager to purchase goods and services
from South Florida Air Conditioning & Refrigeration for the supply, delivery,
and installation of a new Trane 7.5-ton Air Conditioning. 3/5 (City Manager -
Public Works Dept.)
Moved by Commissioner Gil, seconded by Commissioner Harris, the motion to approve
Resolution No. 036-21-15656 authorizing the City Manager to purchase goods and services
from South Florida Air Conditioning & Refrigeration for the supply, delivery, and installation of a
new Trane 7.5-ton Air Conditioning passed by a 4 - 0 vote:
Yea: Mayor Philips
Commissioner Harris
Commissioner Liebman
Commissioner Gil
Nay: None
R) ORDINANCE(S) FIRST READING(S)
S) ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before this Body, the meeting was adjourned
at 8:10 p.m.
Attest:
Nkenga A. Payne
City Clerk
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Approved:
Sally B. Philips
Mayor
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