City of Aventura Commission Meeting November 4th 2025

The City of Aventura Commission held a meeting on November 4, 2025, which included several procurement and policy-related discussions. Key procurement actions included the approval of a new collective bargaining agreement with the police department, featuring an innovative automatic reopener clause tied to potential property tax reforms, marking a first for the city. The commission also approved ordinances to repeal the existing Arts and Cultural Center Advisory Board and establish a new Arts in Aventura Board to broaden cultural programming and public art initiatives. Additionally, a new ordinance regulating electric bicycles, motorized scooters, and micromobility devices was passed, setting safety rules and operational guidelines, with plans for a public awareness campaign. The meeting also covered budget allocations for police safety equipment, including the purchase of two Ford F-150 special assignment vehicles and officer safety technology such as body cameras. The commission discussed legislative priorities and upcoming lobbying efforts related to local government enforcement and property tax issues. The meeting featured a special proclamation honoring Don Sofur, the city's founder, and included community recognition events but no direct contract awards or RFPs were mentioned.