The September 2023 Commission Meeting for the City of North Miami Beach took place on October 2, 2023, addressing several key topics related to public procurement and art policies.

The meeting began with discussions surrounding the enhancement of public procurement processes. A commissioner raised concerns about the lack of documented resolutions regarding the practice of awarding additional points to bidders who hire local contractors. Staff members confirmed that while there had been discussions on this topic, no specific directives or resolutions had been found in the public records.

The conversation then shifted to the issue of public art. It was noted that the city does not currently have a specific public art impact fee, with the exception of a voluntary contribution linked to Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) funding. This contribution allows applicants to provide an art value of approximately $100,000 to access CRA financing, although it does not qualify as an impact fee under legal definitions. Staff emphasized the importance of clarity on this matter to avoid potential legal complications.

The meeting concluded with a commitment from staff to continue reviewing past discussions and records related to public art and procurement policies. Further steps will be taken to ensure that the commission's objectives are met in these areas.