The City of Miramar Commission held its Regular Meeting on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at 7:00 PM in Commission Chambers. The meeting began with proclamations, presentations, and the consent agenda, followed by resolutions, ordinances, and other business. Key actions included approval of citywide wayfinding signage design, additional electrical maintenance funds, roof replacement at Sunset Lakes Community Center, and a contract to complete the 9/11 Memorial Monument after contractor default. Two ordinances passed first reading, and one was continued.
The consent agenda (Items 1–10) was approved unanimously (5-0) with two items pulled for separate discussion (Items 4 and 6). The approved items included:
No members of the public signed up or spoke during the public participation period (7:30–8:00 PM). The mayor extended an opportunity but none were present.
Good evening. Good evening, everyone. If we can all have our seats come to order. The meeting of the Miramar 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 we will hear on this evening's agenda. Any person may be heard by the city commission through the chair and upon registering pursuant to the published notice for not more than three minutes on any proposition before the city commission unless modified by the chair.gov slash commission meeting and televised on Comcast Channel 78 and ATT Uverse Channel 99 for City of Myanmar subscribers. As of May twentieth, 2026 at four thirty PM. Our IT staff will unmute their mic to allow them to speak. 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 taken. At this time, Madam Clerk, please call the roll. Here. Commissioner Shar. Commissioner Colburn. Here. City Manager Dr. Virgin. Here. City Attorney Powell. Here. Winston Freeman, Financial Services. Cousin. Laura Alvarez, Financial Services. Father. Nathan Dunkley, Public Works, Sister. Junior Francis, Public Works, Aunt. Edgar Folkes, Public Works, Uncle. Christopher Houghton. Public Works. Our first proclamation, I call up EMS division chief Jamie Torres in observance of emergency medical services week, improving outcomes together May 17th through 23rd, 2026. Let's give them a round of applause. Here comes backup. Emergency Medical Services Week, improving outcomes together, May 17th through 23rd, 2026. Whereas emergency medical services is a vital public service, and whereas the members of emergency medical services teams are ready to provide life-saving care to those in need 24 hours a day, seven days a week. And whereas access to quality emergency care dramatically improves the survival and recovery rate of those who experience sudden illness or injury. And whereas emergency emergency medical services teams consist of emergency physicians, emergency nurses, emergency medical technicians, paramedics, firefighters, educators, administrators, and others. And whereas the members of emergency medical services teams, whether career or volunteer, engage in thousands of hours of specialized training and continuing education to enhance their life-saving skills. And whereas Americans benefit daily from the knowledge and skills of these highly trained individuals. And whereas it is appropriate to recognize the value and the accomplishments of emergency medical services providers by designating emergency medical services week. And now therefore, I Wayne Messen, by virtue of the power vested in me as Mayor of the City of Miramar, and on behalf of the city of Mirror of and behalf, behalf of the City Commission, do hereby proclaim the week of May 17th through 23rd, 2026 as Emerg Emergency Medical Services Week, and we thank all of our emergency medical and fire rescue personnel for all that you do in our community, not only saving lives, but being a vital part and contributor to our community. Thank you all so much. Collectka? All right. And any colleagues that may want to come forward to join us are welcome. Thank you, sir. National Infrastructure Week, May 18th through 22nd, 2026. Whereas National Infrastructure Week observed annually in May serves as a vital opportunity for communities, governments, and citizens across the United States to recognize the foundational role that infrastructure plays in our daily lives, our economy, and future prosperity. And whereas strong modern infrastructure, including road bridges, transit systems, airports, water systems, broadband networks, and energy grids is essential to the safety, health, economic, vitality, and quality of life of all residents and visitors. And whereas investment in infrastructure creates jobs, stimulate, stimulates commerce, enhances regional competitiveness, and supports the long-term sustainability and resilience of our communities against the challenges of growth, climate, and ever-changing transportation landscape. And whereas the infrastructure investment and jobs act has provided historic funding to modernize these vital systems, which the Broward MPO leverages to create jobs and foster vibrant, resilient communities.