Regular Council

Agenda (non-virtual)

VILLAGE OF PALMETTO BAY

Mayor Karyn Cunningham

Vice Mayor Mark Merwitzer

Council Member Patrick Fiore (Seat 1)

Council Member Steve Cody (Seat 2)

Council Member Marsha Matson (Seat 3)

Village Manager Nick Marano

Village Attorney John Quick

Village Clerk Missy Arocha

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, persons needing special accommodation, a sign language interpreter, or hearing impaired to participate in this proceeding should contact the Village Clerk at (305) 259-1234 for assistance no later than four days prior to the meeting.

AGENDA

REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2026 - 7:00 PM

(PROCLAMATIONS, AWARDS, & PRESENTATIONS WILL BEGIN AT 6:30 PM)

VILLAGE HALL MUNICIPAL CENTER

9705 EAST HIBISCUS STREET, PALMETTO BAY, FL 33157

(305) 259-1234

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CALL TO ORDER, ROLL CALL, INVOCATION, PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE, AND DECORUM STATEMENT, IN THAT ORDER:

Any person making impertinent or slanderous remarks, or who becomes boisterous, while addressing the Council may be barred from further appearance before the Council by the Mayor, unless permission to continue or again address the Council is granted by a majority vote of the Council. Applauding speakers shall be discouraged. Heckling or verbal outbursts in support or opposition to a speaker, or his or her remarks, shall be prohibited. No signs or placards shall be allowed in the Council meeting. Persons exiting the Council meeting shall do so quietly. All cellular telephones and beepers are to be silenced during the meeting.

2.

PROCLAMATIONS, AWARDS, PRESENTATIONS

A.

Recognition of Mayor Karyn Cunningham, Councilmember Patrick Fiore, and Councilmember Marsha Matson in acknowledgment of their years of dedicated service as elected officials for the Village of Palmetto Bay

B.

Recognition of Village of Palmetto Bay Building Official, Dean Klements

C.

Recognition of 2025-2026 Charter Revision Commission (Shelley Stanczyk, Marc Levy, Paul Schweip, David Zisman, and Brian Tannebaum)

D.

Recognition of Jack Fell (Volunteerism & Tenure on the Tree Advisory Committee)

E.

Recognition of All Current Advisory Board and Committee Members (Art-in-Public Places Advisory Board, Education Advisory Committee, Parks & Recreation Committee, Resiliency Committee, and Tree Advisory Committee)

F.

Proclamation Recognizing Epilepsy Awareness Month in Support of "Epilepsy Alliance Florida"

G.

Proclamation Recognizing National E-Waste Day in Support of the "Pennies for Penguins" Initiative

3.

APPROVAL OF MINUTES

A.

Mayor Karyn Cunningham Vice Mayor Mark Merwitzer Council Member Patrick Fiore (Seat 1) Council Member Steve Cody (Seat 2) Council Member Marsha Matson (Seat 3) Village Manager Nick Marano Village Attorney John Quick Village Clerk Missy Arocha 1. CALL TO ORDER, ROLL CALL, INVOCATION, PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE, AND DECORUM STATEMENT, IN THAT ORDER: Any person making impertinent or slanderous remarks, or who becomes boisterous, while addressing the Council may be barred from further appearance before the Council by the Mayor, unless permission to continue or again address the Council is granted by a majority vote of the Council. Applauding speakers shall be discouraged. Heckling or verbal outbursts in support or opposition to a speaker, or his or her remarks, shall be prohibited. No signs or placards shall be allowed in the Council meeting. Persons exiting the Council meeting shall do so quietly. All cellular telephones and beepers are to be silenced during the meeting. 2. PROCLAMATIONS, AWARDS, PRESENTATIONS A. Recognition of Mayor Karyn Cunningham, Councilmember Patrick Fiore, and Councilmember Marsha Matson in acknowledgment of their years of dedicated service as elected officials for the Village of Palmetto Bay B. Recognition of Village of Palmetto Bay Building Official, Dean Klements VILLAGE OF PALMETTO BAY In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, persons needing special accommodation, a sign language interpreter, or hearing impaired to participate in this proceeding should contact the Village Clerk at (305) 259-1234 for assistance no later than four days prior to the meeting. AGENDA REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MONDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2026 – 7:00 PM (PROCLAMATIONS, AWARDS, & PRESENTATIONS WILL BEGIN AT 6:30 PM) VILLAGE HALL MUNICIPAL CENTER 9705 EAST HIBISCUS STREET, PALMETTO BAY, FL 33157 (305) 259-1234 1

C. Recognition of 2025-2026 Charter Revision Commission (Shelley Stanczyk, Marc Levy, Paul Schweip, David Zisman, and Brian Tannebaum) D. Recognition of Jack Fell (Volunteerism & Tenure on the Tree Advisory Committee) E. Recognition of All Current Advisory Board and Committee Members (Art-in-Public Places Advisory Board, Education Advisory Committee, Parks & Recreation Committee, Resiliency Committee, and Tree Advisory Committee) F. Proclamation Recognizing Epilepsy Awareness Month in Support of “Epilepsy Alliance Florida” G. Proclamation Recognizing National E-Waste Day in Support of the “Pennies for Penguins” Initiative 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. Regular Council Meeting (October 5, 2026) 4. REQUESTS, PETITIONS AND PUBLIC COMMENTS SUBMITTED Individuals wishing to speak on matters on the agenda and on items pertinent to the Village may do so by speaking during this section of the agenda. The Mayor will recognize those persons who wish to speak. Each speaker must sign-in prior to speaking on the designated public commentary sign-in sheet. Items for public hearing provided for within the agenda shall not be a topic of discussion during this section of the agenda. Please limit your comments to three (3) minutes or less. Public comments made by members of the public are important to the Village Council. Speakers will address the Village Council with respect. 5. VILLAGE MANAGER'S REPORT A. Departmental Updates B. Police Commander Report 6. VILLAGE ATTORNEY'S REPORT A. Attorney Expenses B. Litigation Update 7. VILLAGE CLERK'S REPORT A. Calendar Update (November 2026) B. Notice of General Election/Special Election (November 3, 2026) C. Sample Master Ballot & VPB Resolution 2026-55 8. BOARD AND COMMITTEE REPORTS A. Art-in-Public Places Advisory Board Meeting (September 9, 2026) 2

B. Resiliency Committee Meeting (September 15, 2026) 9. EMERGENCY ORDINANCES WITH PUBLIC HEARING 10. ORDINANCES FOR SECOND READING AND PUBLIC HEARING A. AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF PALMETTO BAY, FLORIDA, RELATING TO BUILDING PERMIT FEES; RESTRUCTURING APPENDIX A OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES IN COMPLIANCE WITH HB 399 AND HB 803 OF THE 2026 FLORIDA LEGIUSLATURE; PROVIDING FOR ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT, CODIFICATION, SEVERABILITY, AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (Sponsored by Administration and prepared by Building Official, Dean Klements) (Passed on First Reading on October 19, 2026, Zoning Hearing) B. AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF PALMETTO BAY, FLORIDA; RELATED TO STORMWATER UTILITY FEES; REVISING THE STORMWATER UTILITY FEE STRUCTURE IN SUPPORT OF THE VILLAGE STORMWATER MANAGEMENT SYSTEM; PROVIDING FOR ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR INCLUSION IN THE CODE; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (Sponsored by Vice Mayor Mark Merwitzer) (Passed on First Reading on October 5, 2026, Regular Council Meeting) C. AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF PALMETTO BAY, FLORIDA, ACCEPTING AND ADOPTING THE MOBILITY FEE TECHNICAL REPORT AND PARKS IMPACT FEE STUDY REPORT PREPARED BY STANTEC CONSULTING SERVICES INC.; AMENDING APPENDIX A, "FEE SCHEDULE," OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES RELATING TO THE VILLAGE- WIDE MOBILITY IMPACT FEE SCHEDULE AND PARK CONCURRENCY IMPACT FEE SCHEDULE PURSUANT TO THE FLORIDA IMPACT FEE ACT (SECTION 163.31801, FLORIDA STATUTES); PROVIDING FOR STATUTORY PHASE-IN INCREMENTS AND NOTICE; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (Sponsored by Administration and prepared by Planning and Zoning Director, Javier Gonzalez) (Passed on First Reading on October 19, 2026, Zoning Hearing) D. AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF PALMETTO BAY, FLORIDA, ADOPTING THE ANNUAL UPDATE TO THE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS ELEMENT (CIE) OF THE VILLAGE’S COMPREHENSIVE PLAN FOR 2026 AND THE FIVE-YEAR SCHEDULE OF CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS FOR FISCAL YEARS 2026/2027 – 2030/2031 PURSUANT TO SECTION 163.3177(3)(B), FLORIDA STATUTES; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (Sponsored by Administration and prepared by Planning and Zoning Director, Javier Gonzalez) (Passed on First Reading on October 19, 2026, Zoning Hearing) 11. ORDINANCES FOR FIRST READING WITH PUBLIC COMMENTS 12. CONSENT AGENDA 3

A. A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF PALMETTO BAY, FLORIDA, RELATED TO PROCUREMENT; APPROVING A THREE YEAR (3) CONTRACT WITH AN OPTION TO RENEW ANNUALLY NOT TO EXCEED FIVE (5) CONSECUTIVE YEARS WITH CONTINUING SERVICE PROFESSIONALS UNDER THE DISCIPLINE OF ARCHITECTURE DESIGN, LANDSCAPE DESIGN, GENERAL CIVIL ENGINEERING, ROADWAY TRAFFIC & TRANSPORTATION PLANNING AND ENGINEERING SERVICES, GENERAL URBAN PLANNING, ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING, STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING, MECHANICAL ENGINEERING, ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING, FIRE PROTECTION, AND PLUMBING PURSUANT TO REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS (RFQ) NO. 2026-11-015; AUTHORIZING THE VILLAGE MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A CONTINUOUS PROFESSIONAL CONTRACT WITH THE TOP FIVE (5) RANKED PROFESSIONAL COMPANIES FOR EACH DISCIPLINE; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (Sponsored by Administration and prepared by Alessia Bencomo, Procurement Specialist) B. A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF PALMETTO BAY, FLORIDA, RELATING TO PUBLIC MEETINGS; SCHEDULING THE FOLLOWING PUBLIC MEETINGS OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL: REGULAR COUNCIL MEETINGS, ZONING AND LAND DEVELOPMENT MEETINGS, COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE WORKSHOPS, AND BUDGET WORKSHOPS FOR CALENDAR YEAR 2027; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (Sponsored by Village Clerk Missy Arocha C. A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF PALMETTO BAY, FLORIDA, URGING SUPPORT FOR THE FEDERAL APPROPRIATION REQUEST BY MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS TO ESTABLISH THE SOUTH REGION SPACEHUB AEROSPACE MAGNET PROGRAM; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (Sponsored by Mayor Karyn Cunningham) D. A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF PALMETTO BAY, FLORIDA, RELATING TO THE HUMAN RESOURCES INFORMATION SYSTEM (HRIS); APPROVING THE ADDITIONAL ANNUAL COST OF $3,861 TO THE EXISTING CONTRACT WITH PAYCOM PAYROLL, LLC FOR THE INCLUSION OF AN APPLICANT TRACKING MODULE AND A BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION CONVERTER, PLUS A ONE-TIME IMPLEMENTATION FEE OF $500; APPROVING A 3-YEAR TERM WITH PAYCOM; AUTHORIZING THE VILLAGE MANAGER TO SIGN APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (Sponsored by Administration and prepared by HR & Communications Director, Olga Cadaval) 13. RESOLUTIONS REQUIRING PUBLIC HEARING 14. RESOLUTIONS WITH PUBLIC COMMENT A. A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF PALMETTO BAY, FLORIDA; ACCEPTING THE RECOMMENDATION OF THE EDUCATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE; APPROVING AN EQUAL DISTRIBUTION OF TEN THOUSAND DOLLARS ($10,000.00) TO EACH OF THE FIVE PUBLIC 4

SCHOOLS IN THE PALMETTO BAY FEEDER PATTERN EXCLUSIVELY TO ENHANCE AND MAINTAIN STUDENT ENROLLMENT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2026- 2027 ONLY; ESTABLISHING GUIDELINES FOR SUBMISSION, REVIEW, APPROVAL, REPORTING AND AUDIT; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (Sponsored by Mayor Karyn Cunningham) B. A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF PALMETTO BAY, FLORIDA, URGING THE MIAMI-DADE TRANSPORTATION PLANNING ORGANIZATION, THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION DISTRICT SIX, AND THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION AND PUBLIC WORKS TO INCLUDE THE PROJECTS IDENTIFIED IN THE VILLAGE’S SAFETY ACTION PLAN, MULTI- MODAL TRANSPORTATION MASTER PLAN, AND MULTI-USE TRAIL AND SMART PLAN CONNECTIVITY STUDY IN THE MIAMI-DADE LONG RANGE TRANSPORTATION PLAN, THE TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM, AND THE FDOT FIVE-YEAR WORK PROGRAM; DIRECTING THE VILLAGE CLERK TO TRANSMIT THIS RESOLUTION; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (Sponsored by Vice Mayor Mark Merwitzer) C. A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF PALMETTO BAY, FLORIDA, DIRECTING THE VILLAGE MANAGER TO ESTABLISH AN ANNUAL “WIENERS & FRIENDS BARK BASH,” A DOG- FOCUSED COMMUNITY EVENT AT CORAL REEF PARK, DESIGNED TO PROMOTE THE VILLAGE’S ADOPT-A-PET INITIATIVE, ENCOURAGE RESPONSIBLE PET OWNERSHIP, AND FOSTER COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (Sponsored by Councilmember Marsha Matson) D. A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND VILLAGE COUNCIL OF VILLAGE OF PALMETTO BAY, FLORIDA, PURSUANT TO DIVISION 30-160 (ART-IN-PUBLIC PLACES) OF THE VILLAGE CODE; ACCEPTING AND APPROVING THE AIPP BOARD’S RECOMMENDATION OF THE MURAL AT THE PALMETTO BAY SKATEPARK TO BE INSTALLED AT 17535 SW 95 AVENUE; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (Sponsored by Administration and prepared by Sustainability & Resiliency Planner, Andrea Candelaria) E. A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND VILLAGE COUNCIL OF VILLAGE OF PALMETTO BAY, FLORIDA, PURSUANT TO DIVISION 30-160 (ART-IN-PUBLIC PLACES) OF THE VILLAGE CODE; ACCEPTING AND APPROVING THE AIPP BOARD’S RECOMMENDATION OF THE PROPOSED ART BY ARTISTS GUS AND LINA OCAMPOSILVA; APPROVING THE INSTALLATION OF ONE (1) STANDALONE ART SCULPTURE AND THREE (3) WALL ART SCULPTURES FOR THE PALMETTO BAY-DIADEM PICKLEBALL CENTER LOCATED AT 9505 SW 179 STREET; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (Sponsored by Administration and prepared by Sustainability & Resiliency Planner Andrea Candelaria) F. A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND VILLAGE COUNCIL OF VILLAGE OF PALMETTO BAY, FLORIDA, PURSUANT TO SECTION 30-160 OF THE ART-IN- PUBLIC PLACES (AIPP) PROGRAM; AUTHORIZING THE VILLAGE MANAGER, IN 5

ACCORDANCE WITH THE ART-IN-PUBLIC PLACES ADVISORY BOARD, TO PROCEED WITH ADVERTISING A NEW CALL TO ARTIST FOR FOUR (4) ART BENCHES AT CORAL REEF PARK; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (Sponsored by Administration and prepared by Sustainability & Resiliency Planner, Andrea Candelaria) 15. OTHER BUSINESS 16. COUNCIL COMMENTS 17. NEXT MEETING AND ADJOURNMENT REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING (Monday, December 7, 2026) WE, THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF PALMETTO BAY, HEREBY COMMIT OURSELVES TO MAINTAINING CIVILITY IN OUR PUBLIC AND POLITICAL DISCOURSE AND PLEDGE TO THE FOLLOWING PRINCIPLES: We will respect the right of all citizens in our community to hold different opinions; We will avoid rhetoric intended to humiliate or question the wisdom of those whose opinions are different from ours; We will strive to understand differing perspectives; We will choose our words carefully; We will speak truthfully without accusation and we will avoid distortion; We will speak out against violence, prejudice, and incivility in all of their forms, whenever and wherever they occur. NOTICE OF APPEAL RIGHTS Pursuant to Florida Statutes 286.0105, the Village hereby advises the public that if a person decides to appeal any decision made by the Council with response to any matter considered at its meeting or hearing, he or she will need a record of the proceedings, and that for such purpose, the affected person may need to ensure that verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record includes testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. This notice does not constitute consent by the Village for the introduction or admission of otherwise inadmissible or irrelevant evidence, nor does it authorize challenges or appeals not otherwise allowed. AMERICAN DISABILITIES ACT OF 1990 This meeting is open to the public. In accordance with the American Disabilities Act of 1990, persons needing special accommodation or a sign language interpreter to participate in this proceeding should contact the Village Clerk at (305) 259-1234 no later than four (4) days prior to the meeting. Hearing Assistance Devices are available with the Village Clerk. 6

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AGENDA ITEM NO. 3.A Item Cover Page DATE: November 2, 2026 SUBMITTED BY: Missy Arocha, Village Council ITEM TYPE: Minutes AGENDA SECTION: APPROVAL OF MINUTES SUBJECT: Regular Council Meeting (October 5, 2026) SUGGESTED ACTION: REGULAR COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM REPORT ATTACHMENTS: 2026-10-05 Regular-Minutes 8

MINUTES Regular Council Meeting – Monday, October 5, 2026 Page 1 of 10 1 2 3 4 MINUTES5 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING6 MONDAY, OCTOBER 5, 2026 – 7:00 PM7 VILLAGE HALL MUNICIPAL CENTER8 9705 EAST HIBISCUS STREET, PALMETTO BAY, FL 331579 10 1. CALL TO ORDER, ROLL CALL, INVOCATION, PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE, AND11 DECORUM STATEMENT, IN THAT ORDER.12 13 Mayor Karyn Cunningham called the Regular Council Meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.14 15 The following members of the Village Council were present during the roll call:16 Mayor Karyn Cunningham17 Vice Mayor Mark Merwitzer18 Councilmember Steve Cody19 Councilmember Marsha Matson20 Councilmember Patrick Fiore (arrived at the meeting at 7:10 PM after roll call)21 22 The following Charter Officers were present during the roll call:23 Village Manager Nick Marano24 Village Attorney John Quick25 Village Clerk Missy Arocha26 27 A moment of silence was held in lieu of an invocation, and the pledge of allegiance was led28 by student, Luke Esquivel who was Mayor for the Day.29 30 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES31 32 A. Regular Council Meeting (September 14, 2026)33 34 Councilmember Marsha Matson motioned to amend the minutes by correcting a35 typo on the minutes as follows: correct page 5 of 14 of the minutes, line 23 should read36 Councilmember Steve Cody as a “yes” on the voting record and that his name should37 be removed from line 27 as explained in the email previously sent by the Clerk.38 39 Vice Mayor Mark Merwitzer seconded the motion. All voted in favor of the motion40 (4-0). The motion passed unanimously.41 42 Councilmember Marsha Matson moved to approve the amended minutes, and Vice43 Mayor Mark Merwitzer seconded the motion. All voted in favor (4-0). The motion44 passed unanimously.45 46 47 9

MINUTES Regular Council Meeting – Monday, October 5, 2026 Page 2 of 10 4. REQUESTS, PETITIONS, AND PUBLIC COMMENTS: The following speaker spoke for a1 time allotment of three minutes:2 3  Steve Kreisher (18201 SW 98th Avenue) urged the Village Council to promote Breast4 Cancer Awareness Month by publishing and sharing information about breast5 cancer symptoms on the Village’s website and social media platforms. He also6 expressed concerns regarding parking availability, noting that the paid parking7 spaces remain largely vacant while vehicles continue to fill the parking areas along8 SW 180th Street and Park Drive. He questioned the effectiveness of the current paid9 parking system and encouraged the Village to consider revising its parking10 regulations to ensure adequate parking is available to support businesses operating11 in the Village12 13 Village Clerk Missy Arocha reported that no public comments were submitted by14 form.15 16 5. VILLAGE MANAGER’S REPORT17 18 A. Departmental Updates: The Manager’s detailed report was part of the agenda19 packet.20 21 B. Police Commander Report: Major Antonio Rodriguez introduced Lieutenant Jose22 Bonilla and welcomed him to the Policing Unit. Following the introduction, Lt. Bonilla23 answered questions raised by the Council relating to his position and professional24 experience in the Sheriff’s Office.25 26 6. VILLAGE ATORNEY’S REPORT27 28 A. Attorney Expenses: Legal invoices were made part of the agenda packet.29 B. Mr. John Quick provided a litigation update and answered questions raised by the30 Council.31 32 7. VILLAGE CLERK’S REPORT33 34 A. Calendar Update (October 2026)35 B. Notice of General Election & Special Election (November 3, 2026)36 37 8. BOARD AND COMMITTEE REPORTS38 39 Councilmember Steve Cody motioned to approve the Board and Committee Reports. Vice40 Mayor Mark Merwitzer seconded the motion. All voted in favor (5-0). The motion carried41 unanimously.42 43 A. Art-in-Public Places Advisory Board Meeting (July 7, 202644 B. Resiliency Committee Meeting (June 16, 2026)45 C. Resiliency Committee Meeting (May 13, 2026)46 D. Resiliency Committee Meeting (April 21, 2026)47 48 9. EMERGENCY ORDINANCES WITH PUBLIC HEARING: None.49 10

MINUTES Regular Council Meeting – Monday, October 5, 2026 Page 3 of 10 10. ORDINANCES FOR SECOND READING AND PUBLIC HEARING:1 2 A. AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF3 PALMETTO BAY, FLORIDA, RELATED TO STORMWATER UTILITY FEES;4 REVISING THE STORMWATER UTILITY FEE STRUCTURE IN SUPPORT OF5 THE VILLAGE STORMWATER MANAGEMENT SYSTEM; PROVIDING FOR6 ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING7 FOR INCLUSION IN THE CODE; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.8 (Sponsored by Administration and prepared by Stormwater Engineer, Mairelys9 Gensler) (Passed on First Reading on September 14, 2026, Regular Council10 Meeting)11 12 Item 10A was moved by Councilmember Steve Cody and seconded by13 Councilmember Patrick Fiore.14 15 The following speaker spoke opposed to the Ordinance for a time allotment of three16 minutes during the public comment period: Steve Kreisher (18201 SW 98th Avenue).17 18 Village Attorney John Quick advised that the item contained a scrivener’s error and19 that no formal amendment was necessary, as the error could be corrected.20 21 Councilmember Patrick Fiore questioned the proposed increase, stating that it was22 substantial and that he could not support the increase of $16 per month.23 24 There was no further discussion by the Village Council regarding the Ordinance.25 26 Final Vote for Adoption on Second Reading:27 Vice Mayor Mark Merwitzer - YES28 Councilmember Steve Cody - YES29 Councilmember Patrick Fiore - NO30 Mayor Karyn Cunningham - YES31 Councilmember Marsha Matson - YES32 33 Upon a roll call vote, the Ordinance passed on Second Reading by a vote of (4-34 1).35 36 B. AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF37 PALMETTO BAY, FLORIDA; AMENDING CHAPTER 32, “PASSPORT38 ACCEPTANCE FACILITY,” OF THE VILLAGE’S CODE OF ORDINANCES;39 ESTABLISHING THAT PASSPORT APPLICATION FEES AND RELATED FEES40 COLLECTED ON BEHALF OF THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF STATE41 SHALL AUTOMATICALLY CONFORM TO THE FEES THEN IN EFFECT AS42 ESTABLISHED BY THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF STATE, WITHOUT43 THE NEED FOR FURTHER AMENDMENT TO THE VILLAGE’S CODE OF44 ORDINANCES; UPDATING THE VILLAGE’S PASSPORT PHOTO FEE;45 PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION, SEVERABILITY, AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE.46 (Sponsored by Village Clerk, Missy Arocha) (Passed on First Reading on September47 14, 2026, Regular Council Meeting)48 49 11

MINUTES Regular Council Meeting – Monday, October 5, 2026 Page 4 of 10 Item 10B was moved by Vice Mayor Mark Merwitzer and seconded by1 Councilmember Steve Cody.2 3 There were no speakers wishing to address the Village Council during public4 comment.5 6 Village Clerk Missy Arocha provided an explanation of the proposed Ordinance.7 8 There was no discussion by the Village Council regarding the Ordinance.9 10 Final Vote for Adoption on Second Reading:11 Vice Mayor Mark Merwitzer - YES12 Councilmember Steve Cody - YES13 Councilmember Patrick Fiore - YES14 Mayor Karyn Cunningham - YES15 Councilmember Marsha Matson - YES16 17 Upon a roll call vote, the Ordinance passed on Second Reading by a vote of (5-18 0).19 20 11. ORDINANCES FOR FIRST READING WITH PUBLIC COMMENTS21 22 A. AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF23 PALMETTO BAY, FLORIDA, RELATING TO PUBLIC SAFETY; CREATING THE24 PALMETTO BAY PUBLIC SAFETY DISTRICT AS A DEPENDENT SPECIAL25 DISTRICT PURSUANT TO SECTION 189.02, FLORIDA STATUTES; AMENDING26 CHAPTER 26 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES BY CREATING SECTION 26-1;27 PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION, SEVERABILITY AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE.28 (Sponsored by Vice Mayor Mark Merwitzer) (Deferred from the Special Council29 Meeting of July 20, 2026)30 31 Item 11A was moved by Vice Mayor Mark Merwitzer and seconded by32 Councilmember Marsha Matson.33 34 Vice Mayor Mark Merwitzer provided an explanation of the proposed Ordinance and35 made a motion to defer the Ordinance to the March 2027 Regular Council Meeting,36 directing the Village Administration to work with the Village Attorney in collaboration37 with Miami-Dade County. Councilmember Marsha Matson seconded the motion.38 39 Councilmember Steve Cody opposed deferring the item, urging the Council to vote40 on the matter and questioned the need for further consultation with the County,41 reporting that the Village currently funds police services through its existing budget42 and emphasizing the Council’s ability to evaluate funding priorities.43 44 Councilmember Marsha Matson reported that she had an interest in learning more45 about the proposal and the County’s position, explaining that a separate police46 district millage could provide greater transparency regarding police funding. She47 also questioned whether the Village’s police department had provided input on the48 proposal made by Vice Mayor Mark Merwitzer.49 12

MINUTES Regular Council Meeting – Monday, October 5, 2026 Page 5 of 10 Vice Mayor Mark Merwitzer stated that he and the administration had contacted the1 Sheriff’s Office in June and received a favorable response regarding the proposal.2 3 Mayor Karyn Cunningham reported opposition to both deferring the item and4 approving the proposal. She questioned the potential impact on police funding, the5 lack of guaranteed funding protections within the proposal, and the importance of6 preserving financial flexibility for future Councils and administrations, particularly7 amid potential changes to property tax revenues.8 9 Vice Mayor Mark Merwitzer reiterated that the proposal would allow the Village to10 explore options with the County. He cited other examples of separate taxing districts11 and stated that the proposal could provide greater transparency and flexibility in12 funding public safety while allowing future Councils to consider the available options.13 14 Roll-Call Vote on the Motion:15 Vice Mayor Mark Merwitzer - YES16 Councilmember Steve Cody - NO17 Councilmember Patrick Fiore - NO18 Mayor Karyn Cunningham - NO19 Councilmember Marsha Matson - YES20 21 Upon a roll call vote, the motion made by Vice Mayor Mark Merwitzer and seconded22 by Councilmember Marsha Matson failed by a vote of (2-3).23 24 Vice Mayor Mark Merwitzer questioned when the Ordinance c