Miami Springs: Miami Springs Meeting
Summary. The Miami Springs City Council held a meeting on March 31, 2026, addressing several key agenda items including parking enforcement, Boy Scout funding, and public outreach for the Southeast Miami Springs project. The council deferred a ballot measure resolution to allow for further discussion with city staff, while approving $1,000 in funding for Boy Scout summer camp expenses, which had increased significantly this year. The meeting included recognition of resident Ximena Alonso for starting an Acing Autism tennis program, public comment on parking enforcement issues on Westwood Drive, and approval of a $45,000 contract for public relations services related to the Southeast Miami Springs project. The council also passed on second reading an ordinance updating pension board composition and terms, and received updates on the Fairhaven project and completion of council chamber renovations.
Agenda Items
5b. Recognition of Ximena Alonso for Acing Autism Program
Recognition of Miami Springs resident for starting tennis program for children with autism
- Program serves around 15+ participants
- Student-run organization with volunteers from local schools
- Six-week sessions focusing on individual accommodations
- Builds tennis skills and social connections
13a. Boy Scout Troop 334 Summer Camp Donation Request
Request for funding to help with increased summer camp costs
- Summer camp costs increased to $550 per scout
- Total cost including travel is about $800 per scout
- Originally requested $500, approved $1,000 given cost increases
- Multiple Eagle Scout candidates in the troop
13b. Discussion of Parking Enforcement on Westwood Drive
Discussion of parking issues affecting businesses and employees
- Two-hour limit signs to be corrected to three hours
- Employee parking concerns due to enforcement
- Need for designated employee parking areas
- Issues with Uber/delivery drivers blocking traffic
- Exploration of employee decal program
9a. Pension Board Ordinance Second Reading
Ordinance revising pension board composition and terms
- Standardizes terms to four years for both boards
- Allows DROP participants to serve as trustees
- Housekeeping item with no actuarial impact
- Increases flexibility in board composition
12b. Southeast Miami Springs Project Public Engagement Services
Authorization for PR services contract for community outreach
- Local firm selected with $35,000 base price
- Contract amended to not exceed $45,000
- Focus on educating community about Southeast project
- Includes stakeholder meetings and public outreach
Motions & Votes
Motion to defer item 12a and move items 13a and 13b after open forum
Moved by Not clearly stated, seconded by Not clearly stated
Passed by voice vote
Motion to give one thousand dollars for the Boy Scouts for summer camp
Moved by Not clearly stated, seconded by Not clearly stated
Passed 5-0
Motion to approve the council minutes with revisions from Erica to correct the record
Moved by Not clearly stated, seconded by Not clearly stated
Passed 5-0
Motion to approve ordinance 9a on second reading regarding pension board composition
Moved by Not clearly stated, seconded by Not clearly stated
Passed 5-0
Motion to approve consent agenda
Moved by Not clearly stated, seconded by Not clearly stated
Passed 5-0
Motion to approve item 12b changing the not to exceed amount to $45,000
Moved by Vice Mayor Dion, seconded by Not clearly stated
Passed 5-0
Action Items
Correct parking signs from two hours to three hours on Westwood Drive
Assigned to City Manager JC · Due About one week
Develop game plan for employee parking including designated areas and potential decal program
Assigned to City Manager JC working with Public Works and Police Department
Negotiate and execute contract for Southeast Miami Springs project PR services
Assigned to City Manager JC
Fix cavalier clock mechanism
Assigned to City Manager JC · Due Couple of weeks
Correct meeting minutes to remove names of people who did not attend March 9th meeting
Assigned to City Clerk Erica
Frequently Asked Questions
What was decided at this meeting?
The Miami Springs City Council held a meeting on March 31, 2026, addressing several key agenda items including parking enforcement, Boy Scout funding, and public outreach for the Southeast Miami Springs project. The council deferred a ballot measure resolution to allow for further discussion with city staff, while approving $1,000 in funding for Boy Scout summer camp expenses, which had increased significantly this year. The meeting included recognition of resident Ximena Alonso for starting an Acing Autism tennis program, public comment on parking enforcement issues on Westwood Drive, and approval of a $45,000 contract for public relations services related to the Southeast Miami Springs project. The council also passed on second reading an ordinance updating pension board composition and terms, and received updates on the Fairhaven project and completion of council chamber renovations.
What was on the agenda?
This meeting covered 5 agenda items: Recognition of Ximena Alonso for Acing Autism Program; Boy Scout Troop 334 Summer Camp Donation Request; Discussion of Parking Enforcement on Westwood Drive; Pension Board Ordinance Second Reading; Southeast Miami Springs Project Public Engagement Services.
How many motions were voted on?
6 motions were voted on during this meeting. See the Motions & Votes section above for each motion and its result.
What action items came out of this meeting?
5 action items were identified. See the Action Items section above for details and who they were assigned to.
Who attended this meeting?
7 members were recorded as present: Mayor Cahill, Vice Mayor Dion, Councilman Santin, Councilman Lamas, Councilman Perez Crespo, City Manager JC, City Clerk Erica.
Where can I watch the full recording?
The full video recording is available on YouTube or embedded at the top of this page.
What county is Miami Springs in?
Miami Springs is located in Miami-Dade County, Florida. Browse other Miami-Dade County meeting summaries to see what local governments across the county are working on.
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