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Miramar City Commission Regular Meeting - October 15, 2025

City Commission — Wednesday, October 15, 2025
BodyMiramar, Florida
SessionCity Commission
DateWednesday, October 15, 2025
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3:22

Good evening.

3:28

Pardon the late start to tonight's meeting.

3:31

We had an executive session that ran long.

3:44

The meeting of the Mirmar City Commission is now called to order.

3:48

An opportunity was given to the public to register to participate or email the city clerk twenty-four hours prior to the commission meeting with any questions, comments, concerns on items.gov slash commission meeting and televised on Comcast Channel Seventy Eight and ATT U versus Channel Ninety Nine for all City of Mirmars subscribers.

4:25

As of October 15th, 2025, at four thirty PM, no member from the public has registered to participate virtually in this meeting.

4:44

Please be sure to mention your name and address for the record prior to addressing the commission.

4:50

All comments submitted will be included as part of the record for this meeting and will be considered by the city commission prior to any action being taken.

5:00

At this time, Madam Clerk, please call the roll.

5:08

Mayor Massum.

5:09

Here.

5:10

Commissioner Chambers.

5:11

Here.

5:11

Commissioner Sherizard.

5:13

Present.

5:14

Vice Mayor Colburn.

5:15

Here.

5:16

Commissioner Edwards.

5:18

Here.

5:18

City Manager Dr.

5:19

Virgin.

5:20

Here.

5:21

City Attorney Gary.

5:22

Here.

5:23

City Attorney Powell.

5:25

Here.

5:26

Let us all rise for the Pledge of Allegiance.

5:34

I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America.

5:56

On to presentations.

5:58

At this time, I invite to the podium, Chief of Staff Cassandra Carrallo Lindsay to start her presentation.

6:15

Good evening, honorable mayor, Vice Mayor, Commissioner, City Manager, City Attorney, City Clerk.

6:22

My name is Cassandra Carvalho Lindsay, and I am the Chief of Staff in the Office of the City Manager.

6:28

Now at the July 9th Commission meeting, the city commission approved the expenditure of $20,000 of the city's 70th sponsorship funds to support four nonprofit organizations.

6:42

The American Cancer Society, the Rotary Club of Miramar Pines, the QANIS Club of East Pines Miramar, and Christmas in July, each receiving five thousand dollars.

6:55

Now a representative from each organization is here this evening to accept the check presentations from the elected officials as follows.

7:04

Mayor Messon will be presenting the check to the QA's Club of East Pines Miramar.

7:09

Vice Mayor Yvette Colburn will be presenting the check to the Rotary Club of Miramar Pines.

7:14

Commissioner Maxwell B.

7:16

Chambers and Commissioner Carson Eddie Edwards will be presenting the check to the American Cancer Society, and Commissioner Averish Charizard will be presenting the check to the to Christmas in July.

7:27

So at this time I'd like to turn it over to you, Mr.

7:29

Mayor, Vice Mayor and Commissioners.

7:32

Thank you.

7:33

I invite the commission members all to the front of the dais to make our respective contributions.

8:10

At this time, I invite the Kawanis Club of East Pines, Mirmar to the dais.

8:16

If all the members present will come up to the dais.

9:29

Yeah, you're good right there.

9:31

Three, two, one.

9:35

And if you could angle the check, like angle it from the top out a little bit.

9:40

Yeah, to try and get a little less reflection, we'll see.

9:47

All right, thank you all very much.

9:50

Who's the president?

9:52

Do you want to give some just a brief remarks?

9:55

Good evening, everyone.

9:57

Yes.

10:00

Um, we upset this check on the F for our club, and we will use it to continue doing the good work we have been doing.

10:06

And we you know, we appreciate everyone in the club who does their hard work, and we will continue continue to move forward with with our um charter work.

10:18

Thanks.

10:32

Okay.

10:35

Well, so the next group we have, we have a five thousand dollar check for the Rotary Club of the City of Miramar Pine.

10:47

Miramar and Pines.

Discussion Breakdown — Share of Meeting
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Public Engagement████████████12%
Public Safety██████████10%
Engineering And Infrastructure██████████10%
Community Engagement█████████9%
Technology and Innovation████████8%
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Personnel Matters██████6%
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Summary of Proceedings

Miramar City Commission Regular Meeting - October 15, 2025

The Miramar City Commission held a regular meeting on October 15, 2025, at 7:00 PM (delayed due to an executive session) in the Commission Chambers at 2300 Civic Center Place. The agenda included check presentations to four nonprofits, two proclamations, a police department progress report, consent agenda items, resolutions for capital projects, and an amended employment agreement for the City Manager. All votes were unanimous unless noted.

Presentations

  • 70th Sponsorship Check Presentations: Chief of Staff Cassandra Carvalho Lindsay presented $5,000 checks to four organizations: Kiwanis Club of East Pines Miramar, Rotary Club of Miramar Pines, American Cancer Society, and Christmas in July. Each organization’s representative spoke briefly, thanking the commission and describing their work.
  • Proclamation: World Food Day: Commissioner Avril Cherasard proclaimed October 16 as World Food Day, recognizing the Social Services Department’s Farm Share Partnership and food distribution efforts. Jane Fraffitt (Family Services Superintendent) noted upcoming food distributions on October 29 and in November.
  • Proclamation: Foster Youth Voice Month: Commissioner Cherasard proclaimed October as Foster Youth Voice Month, honoring Browns Harbor (a transitional living program for youth aging out of foster care). Program Director Sam Mills was recognized for his work.

Police Department Progress Report

Chief Delrish Moss presented a periodic update:

  • Recruitment: Police staffing increased from ~220 (2023) to 242 currently, with 95 in uniform patrol; expected to reach 250 by year-end.
  • Crime Statistics (year-over-year): Arson down 50%, auto theft down 21%, auto burglaries down 25%, burglaries down 19%, robberies down 17%, sexual batteries down 26%, and one other category down 40%. Aggravated assaults and batteries increased, largely domestic-related.
  • Technology: Use of AI platforms, ShotSpotter, Flock license plate recognition, cell phone extraction tools, and plans for a real-time intelligence center, drone first responder, and ClearView AI facial recognition.
  • Open Carry Law: Chief Moss displayed a public service announcement video explaining Florida’s new open carry ruling, noting restrictions and private property rights. The PSA is being distributed via social media and community outreach.

Consent Calendar

Items 1, 4, 5, and 6 were approved unanimously by a single motion (Commissioner Chambers, Cherasard, Vice Mayor Colbourne, Edwards, and Mayor Messam all voting yes). Items 2 and 3 were pulled for separate discussion.

  • Item 1: Minutes of Special and Regular Commission Meetings of October 1, 2025.
  • Item 4: Resolution R8511 approving renewal of software licenses and maintenance services (Ultimate Kronos Group, $90,339; Alchemy Technology Group, $120,676) for FY2026.
  • Item 5: Resolution R8510 approving Amendment No. 3 to McKim & Creed, Inc. for water pipeline condition assessment and non-revenue water management program, total $299,958.48.
  • Item 6: Resolution R8523 approving fourth amendment to security guard services agreement with Bright Light Security Services, LLC, $207,000 for three treatment plants through January 31, 2026.

Public Comments & Testimony

No members of the public signed up to speak or spoke during the public participation period (7:30–8:00 PM). No comments were submitted virtually.

Discussion Items

  • Item 2 – EV Charging Stations (Resolution R8526): Energy Resource Manager Rasheed McCallum presented a change order with CityVitae to add two Level 3 fast chargers at Sunset Lakes Community Center, increasing total project cost to $106,800 (from $32,280). The grant ($173,180 from the Department of Energy) required installation outside the 100-year flood zone, limiting viable sites. The city will own the chargers, set rates, and receive 90% of transaction fees. Commissioner Cherasard asked about the lack of chargers at the Multi-Service Center; staff noted a planned EV charging roadmap. Unanimously approved.
  • Item 3 – Broward College Sublease Termination (Resolution R8521): Development and Intergovernmental Affairs Officer Debon L. Campbell II explained the termination of the sublease for the second floor of the Miramar Library & Educational Center. The college no longer needs the space. Commissioner Cherasard asked about early termination penalties (none) and future use of the space; a workshop is planned for November 5, 2025, to discuss repurposing. Unanimously approved.
  • Items 7 & 8 – Complete Streets Phase III (Resolutions R8492 and R8493): City Engineer Salvador Zuniga presented the award of the construction contract to Conengineers Builders, LLC ($2,280,069.60 including contingency) and the CEI (construction engineering inspection) contract to HBC Engineering Company ($287,829.20). The project covers sidewalks, pedestrian lighting, and ADA ramps on streets between 62nd Avenue and State Road 7. The grant (FDOT LAP) reimburses $2,027,507; the city covers non-eligible items and contingencies. Commissioner Chambers asked about irrigation damage; the contingency covers repairs. Commissioner Cherasard asked about bicycle accessibility; sidewalks are bicycle-friendly. Unanimously approved.
  • Item 9 – NAPA Auto Parts Agreement: Pulled from the agenda; not heard.
  • Item 10 – City Manager Amended Employment Agreement (Resolution R8538): The commission considered an amended contract for City Manager Dr. Roy L. Virgin, extending the term and adjusting compensation. Commissioner Cherasard expressed concern about reopening the contract with two years remaining, noting a recent budget request for resident relief. City Attorney Norman Powell stated that revisiting such contracts is not unusual. Vice Mayor Colbourne supported the extension for continuity and retention. The motion passed unanimously (5-0). Dr. Virgin thanked the commission and pledged continued service.

Key Outcomes

  • Consent Agenda (Items 1,4,5,6): Approved unanimously.
  • Item 2 (EV Charging Stations): Approved 5-0.
  • Item 3 (Broward College Sublease Termination): Approved 5-0.
  • Item 7 (Complete Streets Phase III Construction): Approved 5-0.
  • Item 8 (Complete Streets Phase III CEI Services): Approved 5-0.
  • Item 10 (City Manager Amended Employment Agreement): Approved 5-0.
  • Next Meeting: The next regularly scheduled City Commission meeting is Wednesday, November 5, 2025, at 7:00 PM. A workshop on the library space will be held at 5:00 PM that same day.
  • Future Workshop: November 17, 2025, at 5:00 PM – Care ATC Health & Wellness Center (Commission Chambers).
  • City Attorney Report: Announced a successful jury trial where the city was found not liable for a property owner’s claim (several hundred thousand dollars).
  • Commission Reports: Included announcements of upcoming events: Miramar Mile (Nov 1), Mammogram bus (Oct 31), Music & Light for Life (Oct 18), RTM Theatre Project (Oct 19), Black British (Oct 24), Food & Wine Festival (Oct 25), State of the City address (Oct 30), and DMV services at City Hall (Oct 24).

Meeting Transcript

Good evening. Pardon the late start to tonight's meeting. We had an executive session that ran long. The meeting of the Mirmar City Commission is now called to order. An opportunity was given to the public to register to participate or email the city clerk twenty-four hours prior to the commission meeting with any questions, comments, concerns on items.gov slash commission meeting and televised on Comcast Channel Seventy Eight and ATT U versus Channel Ninety Nine for all City of Mirmars subscribers. As of October 15th, 2025, at four thirty PM, no member from the public has registered to participate virtually in this meeting. Please be sure to mention your name and address for the record prior to addressing the commission. All comments submitted will be included as part of the record for this meeting and will be considered by the city commission prior to any action being taken. At this time, Madam Clerk, please call the roll. Mayor Massum. Here. Commissioner Chambers. Here. Commissioner Sherizard. Present. Vice Mayor Colburn. Here. Commissioner Edwards. Here. City Manager Dr. Virgin. Here. City Attorney Gary. Here. City Attorney Powell. Here. Let us all rise for the Pledge of Allegiance. I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America. On to presentations. At this time, I invite to the podium, Chief of Staff Cassandra Carrallo Lindsay to start her presentation. Good evening, honorable mayor, Vice Mayor, Commissioner, City Manager, City Attorney, City Clerk. My name is Cassandra Carvalho Lindsay, and I am the Chief of Staff in the Office of the City Manager. Now at the July 9th Commission meeting, the city commission approved the expenditure of $20,000 of the city's 70th sponsorship funds to support four nonprofit organizations. The American Cancer Society, the Rotary Club of Miramar Pines, the QANIS Club of East Pines Miramar, and Christmas in July, each receiving five thousand dollars. Now a representative from each organization is here this evening to accept the check presentations from the elected officials as follows. Mayor Messon will be presenting the check to the QA's Club of East Pines Miramar. Vice Mayor Yvette Colburn will be presenting the check to the Rotary Club of Miramar Pines. Commissioner Maxwell B. Chambers and Commissioner Carson Eddie Edwards will be presenting the check to the American Cancer Society, and Commissioner Averish Charizard will be presenting the check to the to Christmas in July. So at this time I'd like to turn it over to you, Mr. Mayor, Vice Mayor and Commissioners. Thank you. I invite the commission members all to the front of the dais to make our respective contributions. At this time, I invite the Kawanis Club of East Pines, Mirmar to the dais. If all the members present will come up to the dais. Yeah, you're good right there. Three, two, one. And if you could angle the check, like angle it from the top out a little bit. Yeah, to try and get a little less reflection, we'll see. All right, thank you all very much.

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