HomeMy WebLinkAboutReso 2014-2330RESOLUTION N'O. 2014- 2.330
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
SUNNY ISLES BEACH, FLORIDA, RATIFYING A SETTLEMENT
AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF SUNNY ISLES BEACH
AND GILBERTO AVILAN COHEN AND MARGARITA COHEN
(`UNIT OWNERS') OF THE PLAZA OF THE AMERICAS
CONDOMINIUM, ATTACHED HERETO AS EXHIBIT "A';
PROVIDING THE CITY MANAGER AND THE CITY
ATTORNEY WITH THE AUTHORITY TO DO ALL THINGS
NECESSARY TO EFFECTUATE THIS RESOLUTION;
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, by Resolution No 2014 -2199, adopted on February 20, 2014, the City
Commission authorized the use of its eminent domain powers to acquire a small piece of
property for the 826 West Overpass Pedestrian Bridge for the Gateway Park; and
NVHEREAS, the owner of the property, Plaza of the Americas, Club, Inc., has agreed to
sell the property to the City as a result of negotiations; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 73.073, Florida Statutes, notice of the eminent domain
proceedings was provided to all unit owners of the Plaza of the Americas Condominium; and
WHEREAS, unit owners Gilberto Avilan Cohen and Margarita Cohen timely responded
and objected pursuant to Section 73.073, Florida Statutes; and
WHEREAS, the City Commission wishes to ratify a Settlement Agreement between the
City and Gilberto Avilan Cohen and Margarita Cohen.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF SUNNY ISLES BEACH, FLORIDA, AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Ratifying the Settlement Agreement. The City Commission herby ratifies the
Settlement Agreement between the City of Sunny Isles Beach and unit owners, Gilberto Avilan
Cohen and Margarita Cohen attached hereto as Exhibit "A ".
Section 2. Authorization of City Manager and City Attorney. The City Manager and City
Attorney are hereby authorized to do all things necessary to effectuate the terms of this
Resolution.
Section 3. Effective Date. This Resolution shall become effective upon adoption.
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PASSED AND ADOPTED this 16th day of October. 2014.
APPROVED AS TO FORM
AND LEGAL SUFFICIENCY:
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Mayor Edelcup
Vice l favor Aelion
Commissioner Gatto
Commissioner Levin
Commissioner Scholl
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GRAY ROBINSON
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October 2, 2014
Gilberto Avilan Cohen and Margarita Cohen
clo Sara Cohen
11507 SW 640' Street, Unit D
Miami, FL 33173
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Re: City of Sunny Isles Beach v. Plaza of the Americas
Acquisition of Property for Pedestrian Overpass Bridge for Gateway Park
Owners of Unit 217 in Building 1, Plaza of the Americas
Dear Sara:
It was a pleasure speaking with you on Friday, September 26, 2014 regarding the
acquisition of a portion of the common area of the Plaza of the Americas by the City of Sunny
Isles Beach ("City") for its Pedestrian Overpass Bridge for the Gateway Park ("Project ").
Please allow this letter to serve to confirm the settlement reached with [-Tans Ottinot, City
Attorney, and myself regarding Gilberto Avilan Cohen's and Margarita Cohen's objections to
the proposed acquisition and/or appraised value of the property.
The terms of the settlement are as follows:
t. Compensation: Gilberto Avilan Cohen and Margarita Cohen ( "Cohen "), as the
unit owners of Unit 217 in Building 1, Plaza of the Americas, will receive from the City the sum
of FIVE THOUSAND DOLLARS (5,000.00) in full settlement of all claims for compensation
arising from or in any way related to the taking and/or acquisition of the common area of the
Plaza of the Americas ( "Property "), which is described on Exhibit A attached hereto, within
thirty days (30) of receipt by the City of the executed letter.
2. Unit Owner's Interest: In exchange for receipt of the compensation set forth in
Paragraph l above, Cohen (a) withdraws their objections to the City's proposed acquisition and
appraised value of the Property; (b) conveys their interest as a unit owner in the Property and (c)
disclaims all rights they have under Florida Law with regard to the condemnation of the
Property.
3. Ownership: Gilberto Avilan Cohen and Margarita Cohen represent that they
are the owners of Unit 217 in Building 1, Plaza of the Americas.
Exhibit "A"
GRAVROB ViSON'
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATION
Gilberto Avilan Cohen and Margarita Cohen
October 2, 2014
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4. Miscellaneous. This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the
parties for the taking and/or acquisition of the Property, and supersedes any other agreement or
understanding of the parties with respect to the matters herein contained. This Agreement may
not be changed, altered or modified except in writing signed by the parry against whom
enforcement of such a change would be sought. This Agreement shall be binding upon the
parties hereto and their respective successors and assigns.
By executing this letter below, you are confirming that this is the settlement agreement
reached between yourself and the City. Before signing below, you should carefully review this
agreement to ensure that all of the terms agreed to by you are contained within this letter and you
may consult with an appropriate professional for legal advice. Please return the signed letter to
me by placing it in the self - addressed stamped envelope. Should you have any questions or
concerns, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Sincerely,
T �( kc c Ce'_
Bradley S. Gould
cc: Hans Ottinot, City Attorney
AGREED, APPROVED AND ACCEPTED
Gilberto Avilan Cohen,
as Unit Owner of Unit 217 in Building 1 of the
Plaza of the Americas
By
Margarita Cohen,
as Unit Owner of Unit 217 in Building 1 of the
Plaza of the Americas
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MEMORANDUM
TO:
The Honorable Mayor and City Commission
FROM:
Hans Ottinot, City Attorney -, 4� U
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DATE:
October 16. 2014
Ciro Commission
Norman S. Edelcup. Almor
Isaac Aelion. Vice �ifanvr
Jeanette Gatto, Commissioner
Jennifer Levin, Commissioner
George "Bud" Scholl. Commissioner
Christopher J. Russo. Cin• ,Vanager
Hans Ottinot, City Anorney
Jane A. Mines. NIMC. City Clerk,
RE: Ratifying the Settlement Agreement between the City and Unit Owners,
Gilberto Avilan Cohen and tMargarita Cohen
RECONIMENDATION
This Resolution is presented for your consideration.
REASONS
This Resolution merely confirms a settlement agreement entered into between the City of Sunny
Isles Beach and claimants from Plaza of Americas Condominium. These claimants had objected
to the acquisition of the property required for the 826 West Overpass Pedestrian Bridge.
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