Remarks by Javier Fernández
827 remarks on the record, newest first · Page 5 of 34
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City Commission · Aug 18, 2026
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“Colleagues, any questions on this item? Nope.”
City Commission · Aug 18, 2026
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“So that was going to be my point. Is there a way to do this without actually having the fence typology?”
City Commission · Aug 18, 2026
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“I have no idea what a two rail is. You're speaking like a two board.”
City Commission · Aug 18, 2026
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“No, that's not what we're talking about. I'm talking about the privacy fence.”
City Commission · Aug 18, 2026
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“I have no problem with that. I mean, again, I do not want to... I mean, we've given these people enough grief as an organization historically, so I'm not here to play that game, but I do want to... I'm wondering whether... if there's a way to actually use the reforestation as a way to kind of create the physical and visual buffer that they're looking for as opposed to incorporating the fencing.”
City Commission · Aug 18, 2026
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“There's no intermediate bush or boilies that we could reincorporate to the site that would be consistent with the character of the area and accomplish the goal? Correct. That's fine. That's why I asked the question.”
City Commission · Aug 18, 2026
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“I think at some point, again, I'm going to recognize everyone else. I just love to see the different types. I'm satisfied that we can't accomplish it naturally, so I'm happy to support it the way it's presented. Sir, who's next? My apologies. Rodriguez, go ahead.”
City Commission · Aug 18, 2026
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“Yeah. Look, you're exiting onto a sidewalk. Yeah. So it's not, but again, it's more access than we had previously. Right. And the conditions will be greatly improved. Yeah.”
City Commission · Aug 18, 2026
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“Are we ready to act on the item? Is there a motion to adopt item 14?”
City Commission · Aug 18, 2026
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“Is there a second? I'll second. A motion by Commissioner Bonich and a second by Vice Mayor Corey. Madam Clerk, if you can call the roll.”
City Commission · Aug 18, 2026
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“Thank you very much. Seeing no further business before this council, we stand adjourned. Thank you.”
City Commission · Aug 18, 2026
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“Good evening, everyone. I apologize for my tardiness. So we are on proclamation for Mano de Vera. Perfect. So today we want to honor a relatively new restaurant here in South Miami, which certainly is one of my favorites, which is Mano de Vera.”
City Commission · Jul 21, 2026
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“You too? Fantastic. So I'll briefly read the proclamation. We'll just ask you guys to come up to be recognized. Whereas the City of South Miami proudly recognizes the outstanding achievements of the local businesses whose commitment to excellence enhances our quality of life, cultural richness, and economic vitality. And whereas Manolimera, located in the heart of South Miami, has distinguished itself through its innovative interpretation of authentic Italian cuisine, exceptional hospitality, probably repeat the authentic and exceptional Italian cuisine, and unwavering dedication to culinary…”
City Commission · Jul 21, 2026
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“You got to give us your name and address for the record. So sorry.”
City Commission · Jul 21, 2026
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“Thank you. And for those who don't know the restaurant, can you tell us a bit about I know my favorite is walking in and asking him to basically come up with a menu on the spot. So can you share a little bit about the dining experience for those who may be listening, haven't been, and may want to check you guys out?”
City Commission · Jul 21, 2026
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“Thank you for that. Yes, we appreciate it.”
City Commission · Jul 21, 2026
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“Well, if you've not been, I highly encourage you to go. It's a fantastic dining experience. The food is as good as any in this community. And certainly the attention and detail, the staff, the service is, again, among the best that certainly we have in South Miami, say anywhere in Dade County. So thank you for investing in our small city and anchoring that very nice space in certainly one of our, I think, favorite streets here in South Miami. Thank you so much. Congrats again. Thank you.”
City Commission · Jul 21, 2026
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“OK, Commissioner Rodriguez, I think you had the next presentation, which is F3, for the Thelma Gibson Health Initiative. Do you want to kick us off?”
City Commission · Jul 21, 2026
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“Jordan, when you start, please, your name and address for the record.”
City Commission · Jul 21, 2026
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“Jonathan, thank you for your comments. Commissioner Rodriguez, do you want to kick us off in terms of questions?”
City Commission · Jul 21, 2026
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“Any questions, colleagues? I'm happy to take it in any order you guys like. I've got a couple questions, but you probably asked the same one, so I'll let you have the floor.”
City Commission · Jul 21, 2026
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City Commission · Jul 21, 2026
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“Okay, thank you for your time. Okay, let's move to item F4, please. Okay, so colleagues, this is a quick update on discussions about opportunities for waste diversion or waste handling at our public works yard. You'll recall that we put out an RFP earlier this year. Fortunately, unfortunately, it came back with no responses. Before I've gotten these two proposers have sent in some information, which I wanted to share with all of you. But before we went on embarking on a very long analysis and possible negotiation of an agreement with either party, as we have in the past, I know we've gone…”
City Commission · Jul 21, 2026
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“I'm sorry to interrupt, but are you advancing the presentation, the PowerPoint? Does he have the clicker?”
City Commission · Jul 21, 2026