LTC 008-2019 Board and Committee Biannual ReportsMIAMIBEACH
OFFICE OF THE CITY MANAGER
LTC No. 008-.200
LETTER TO COMMISSION
TO: Mayor Dan Gelber and Members . the City Col mission
FROM: Jimmy L. Morales, City Manag-
DATE: January 8, 2019
SUBJECT: BOARD AND COMMITTEE BIANN AL REPORTS
Attached for your review, please find the Board and Committee Biannual Reports submitted to the Office of
the City Clerk for the period of July to December 2018.
Pursuant to City Code Section Sec. 2-22(13), the chairperson of each agency, board or committee, or
his/her designee, shall biannually submit a completed written report to the City Commission and City
Manager. The submitting agency, board or committee must approve the contents of the report prior to the
presentation.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the City Clerk at 305-673-7411.
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The following Boards & Committees did not submit a Bi-Annual Report
Committee for Quality Education in.Miami Beach
Cultural Arts Council
LGBTQ Advisory Committee
Personnel Board
Production Industry Council
Sister Cities Program
Sustainability Committee
Transportation, Parking, Bicycle-Pedestrian Facilities Committee
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: Affordable Housing Advisory Committee
CHAIRPERSON:David B. Smith
CITY LIAISON: Alba Tarre
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD:3
ACTIVITY: July 2018 —December 2018
July Meeting:
The Committee reviewed and discussed the item that was referred to the Neighborhood/
Community Affairs Committee on July 18, 2018 at 9:00am about promoting the City's First Time
Homebuyer Program to educators in the City. The Committee discussed the City's Consolidated
Plan.
August Meeting: Recess
September Meeting: Meeting Canceled by the Committee Chair
October Meeting:
The Committee was briefed on the status of the resolution promoting the First-Time Homebuyers
Program. Ms. Allison Stone, co-chair of the Committee was selected to present the item to the
Quality Education Committee on Tuesday, October 23, 2018 at 9:00am.
The Committee was advised about the items being presented to Commission on October 17th
relating to affordable housing.
The Administration is requesting authorization to identify a possible property to acquire with
CDBG/HOME
Commission will hear an item about Miami Beach Community Redevelopment (MBCDC) time
certain of 10:01 am to discuss the organization's future.
November Meeting: The Committee reviewed and commented on the Local Housing
Assistance Plan (LHAP)
December Meeting: Meeting Canceled by the Committee Chair
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FUTURE ACTIVITIES: July 2018 —December 2018
o AHAC will continue to study how City-owned properties might be developed to introduce
additional affordable housing inventory into the City.
o The AHAC will also continue to serve as part of the Citizen Participation process regarding
Office of Housing and Community Services actions.
o AHAC will have further presentations from City Departments to explore incentives on
affordable/workforce housing.
o AHAC will explore other Municipality's initiatives to potentially motion the City Commission
to expand workforce/ affordable within the City.
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ACCOMPLISHMENTS: July 2018 —December 2018
The Committee presented to the Neighborhood/ Community Affairs Committee on July 18, 2018
at 9:00am about promoting the City's First Time Homebuyer Program to educators in the City.
The Committee presented to the Quality of Education Committee about promoting the First Time
Homebuyers to educators.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: Art in Public Places
CHAIRPERSON: Alpesh Patel
CITY LIAISON: Dennis Leyva
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD: Four
ACTIVITY:
Art Basel Miami Beach coordination
Call to Artists 41St Street
Maintenance LED Lights and Software, "obstinate lighthouse"
Maintenance South Pointe Park Pier Gate, "eloquent gate south pointe park pier"
Maintenance Kevin Arrow, "Beatles Mandala (Amor + Love)"
Maintenance Dan Graham, "Morris's"
Miami Beach Convention Center Franz Ackermann art project opening
Miami Beach Convention Center Elmgreen & Dragset art project ongoing
Miami Beach Convention Center Ellen Harvey art project ongoing
Miami Beach Convention Center Joseph Kosuth art project ongoing
Miami Beach Convention Center Sarah Morris art project ongoing
Miami Beach Convention Center Joep Van Lieshout art project ongoing
Collins Park Rotunda Frida Escobedo intervention ongoing
SoundScape Park Bill Fontana art project ongoing
Temporary Art Project "Sand"
Update AiPP Guidelines
Update AiPP Website
FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
Call to Artist Flamingo Park
Call to Artist 41st Street
Conservation Treatment Charles O. Perry "untitled"
Conservation Treatment Tobias Rehberger "obstinate lighthouse"
Maintenance LED Lights Tobias Rehberger "obstinate lighthouse"
Maintenance Tobias Rehberger "eloquent south pointe park pier gate"
Miami Beach Convention Center completion of Franz Ackermann mural
Miami Beach Convention Center completion Ellen Harvey mural
Miami Beach Convention Center completion Joseph Kosuth neon text installation
Miami Beach Convention Center completion Sarah Morris mural
Miami Beach Convention Center completion Joep Van Lieshout sculptures.
SoundScape Park completion Bill Fontana audio/video installation
ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
Art Basel Miami Beach coordination
Ongoing Development Miami Beach Convention Center Art Project with Franz Ackermann
Ongoing Development Miami Beach Convention Center Art Project with Elmgreen & Dragset
Ongoing Development Miami Beach Convention Center Art Project with Ellen Harvey
Ongoing Development Miami Beach Convention Center Art Project with Joseph Kosuth
Ongoing Development Miami Beach Convention Center Art Project with Sarah Morris
Ongoing Development Miami Beach Convention Center Art Project with Joep Van Lieshout
Ongoing Development SoundScape Park Art Project with Bill Fontana
Maintenance Dan Graham, "Morris-
Maintenance South Pointe Park Pier Gate, "eloquent gate south pointe park pier"
Maintenance Tobias Rehberger LED Lights and Software, "obstinate lighthouse"
Temporary Art Project "Sand"
AiPP Website updated
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: Audit Committee
CHAIRPERSON:Bryan Rosenfeld
CITY LIAISON: Mark Coolidge
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD:3, held on August 29, 2018; September 26, 2018; and
November 15, 2018
ACTIVITY:
August 29, 2018 Meeting:
External Auditor (Crowe) Presentation of FYE 09/30/17 Annual Audit Results
o Discussion of Crowe's Verbal Recommendations
Office of the Inspector General Discussion
o Review of the Proposed Ordinance and recommended revisions
o Presentation of Proposed Organizational Charts with Budgeted Estimates
o Dialogue about possible merger with Office of Internal Audit staff
Discussion of Citywide Fraud Risk Assessment Status
Internal Audit Activities
o Audit Plan for FY 2017/18 with Current Status
o FY 2018/19 Proposed Audit Plan Discussion
September 26, 2018 Meeting:
Office of the Inspector General Discussion
o Review of the Proposed Ordinance and recommended revisions
o Presentation of Updated Organizational Charts with Budgeted Estimates
o Dialogue about possible merger with Office of Internal Audit staff
Review of the City's Management Responses to Crowe's Verbal Recommendations
concerning their annual audit
Internal Audit Activities
o FY 2017/18 Audit Plan with Current Status
o FY 2018/19 Audit Plan Discussion based on Current and Projected Staffing Levels
o Status of Replacing three External Companies with a City Tax Auditor through the
budget process
o Discussion concerning the possible usage of Artificial Intelligence to perform
Continuous Auditing of Selected City Functions
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November 15, 2018 Meeting:
Discussion of the Scope and the Procurement Process concerning the Selection of an
External Firm to Perform the City's Annual Audit for a five-year term starting in 2019
Conversation concerning the Costs and Benefits associated with the usage of Artificial
Intelligence
Office of the Inspector General Discussion
Internal Audit Activities
o FY 2017/18 Audit Plan with Current Status
o Presentation of Audit Findings (March 2018 through September 2018)
o Discussion on the FY 2018/19 Audit Plan and its Recent Revisions
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FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
Presentation by Crowe Horwath of the City's Comprehensive Annual Financial Report
Discussion of Completed Audit Findings since the previous Audit Committee meeting
Discussion of FY 2018/19 Audit Plan and its current status
New Audit Management Software updates
Citywide Fraud Risk Assessment updates (the engagement is slated to start in January
2019)
Discussion of the completed audit universe and its updated assignment of risk utilizing the
information provided from the completed Citywide Fraud Risk Assessment
The Audit Committee members will be actively involved in the external auditor selection
process (five-year agreement starting in 2019/20 to be awarded through the City's RFP
process)
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ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
Discussion with Information Technology Department staff concerning Atlanta's recent
ransomware attack and Windows 7 slated January 2020 Microsoft support end. Reviewed
City's back-up procedures and detection controls for adequacy.
Received updates regarding the theft of funds from a City bank account and discussed the
Office of Internal Audit's review of ACH & Treasury internal controls to evaluate their
effectiveness.
Requested Office of Internal Audit staff contact auditees (City departments, external
contractors, etc.) to get an update concerning the corrective action taken in regards to
audit findings issued during the past two years which was discussed at the May 2, 2018
meeting.
MOTIONS
March 22, 2018 Meeting
A motion was made by Ronald Starkman and seconded by Michael Weil to appoint Bryan
Rosenfeld as the Chairperson of the Audit Committee by a vote of 5-0. Motion passed by a
vote of 5-0.
A motion was made by Ronald Starkman and seconded by Bryan Rosenfeld to appoint
Michael Weil as the Vice Chairperson of the Audit Committee. Motion passed by a vote of 5-0.
A motion was made by Michael Weil and seconded by Ronald Starkman for the City Manager
to ensure that the Information Technology Department is turning off the application access
control upon termination of a City staff. Motion passed by a vote of 5-0.
May 2, 2018 Meeting
A motion was made by Ronald Starkman and seconded by Deede Weithorn stating "Giving the
emphasis on the elimination of fraud, waste, and abuse; in addition to the creation of the
Inspector General function; and, after careful review of the risk assessment matrix, and current
workload in the Internal Audit Department causes immediate concern, the Audit Committee
strongly recommends that a minimum of one additional position be added to Internal Audit
function to focus on contract compliance which should be revenue neutral to the City." Motion
passed by a vote of 7-0.
November 15, 2018 Meeting
A motion made by Deede Weithorn and seconded by Marc Gidney stating "The City of Miami
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Beach is required to have an annual audit by an independent certified public accountant in
accordance with Florida Statute 218.39 The Audit Committee has discussed the external
auditor selection process for Fiscal Year 2019 in the November 15, 2018 meeting and has
approved to move forward with the Request for Proposal (RFP) for Auditing Services as
written, but adding a provision that the external auditor commits to provide at least a couple of
senior members during the audit process. Motion passed by a vote of 4-0.
A motion made by Deede Weithorn and seconded by Ronald Starkman stating "The Audit
Committee recommends that the City of Miami Beach consider adding a provision in all new
contracts whereby failure to pay fiduciary taxes (ex. payroll and states sales taxes) is subject
to default of the contract." Motion passed by a vote of 4.0.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
CHAIRPERSON: BARTON GOLDBERG
CITY LIAISON: ROGELIO MADAN
DATE OF REPORT: July through December 2018
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD DURING THIS REPORTING PERIOD: 4
MEETING AGENDA NO
DATE ITEMS APPROVED DENIED DISCUSSION CONTINUED WITHDRAWN ACTION
Jul 6 4 1 3
Aug AUGUST RECESS
Sep 7 7 6 1
Oct 5 3 2 1
Nov 2 MEETING CANCELLED
Dec 17 3 3
Totals: 17 12 1 1 3
Note: Some totals may not match due to some items being removed from the Agenda at the last minute.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: Budget Advisory Committee
CHAIRPERSON:Ronald Starkman
CITY LIAISON: John Woodruff
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD:5
ACTIVITY:
07/10/2018 Meeting Agenda:
FY19 Proposed Operating Budget Briefing of the Finance & Citywide Projects Committee on
7/13/18
07/17/2018 Meeting Agenda:
FY18 Proposed Final Budget Briefing of the Finance & Citywide Projects Committee on
7/20/18
09/11/2018 Meeting Agenda:
Miami Beach Convention Center Hotel
Resort Tax Reserve
G.O. Bond Update
10/09/2018 Meeting Agenda:
Parking Department
Transportation Department
Resort Tax Reserve Policy Motion
11/13 /2018 Meeting Agenda:
Capital Budget Process
City's Capital Assets Motion
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FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
Review FY 2019/20 Budget Update.
Discuss Agenda Topics for 2019 BAC Meetings and Reviews of Department Budgets.
Schedule Future BAC Meetings.
The Budget Advisory Committee will continue to monitor, review and provide
recommendations regarding the City of Miami Beach Budget and its process.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
The following was reviewed and discussed:
Projected FY 2019 Revenue Refinements
Proposed Parks and Recreation Programing and Golf Course Fee increase
Recommended One-time Expenditures
Business Tax Receipt (BTR) Process Improvements
Miami Beach Convention Center Hotel lease and project
Room amount and height of hotel tower
Lease summary
Summary of public revenue impact
Events and conventions
Project dashboard payment application
Ballot questions
G.O. Bond ballot questions
Project list update
Interactive and calculator map update
Resort Tax Reserve Fund
Previous Budget Advisory Committee recommendation
Blue Ribbon Emergency Response Committee recommendations
Financial policy for the establishment of a reserve in the Resort Tax Fund
Resort Tax Reserve Policy Motion
Capital Budget Process
City's Capital Assets Motion
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: Committee on the Homeless
CHAIRPERSON: Valerie Navarrete
CITY LIAISON: Maria Ruiz
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD:05
ACTIVITY:
Mt. Sinay Medical Center, Beharioral Health Administrative Director presentation regarding
homeless dismissal after treatment to be pushed at a later hour of the day, to don't interfere with
school drop off. Also, to give bus passes to the Homeless that came from the main land, so we
don't have an increase of Homeless from other areas in our City. Ms. Izquierdo advised that the
behavioral health unit discharges patients only between 10am to 3pm and does offer transit
passes to clients requesting the assistance
Mr. Michael O'Hara presented on the Housing Authority of the City of Miami Beach's new voucher
program that serves successful permanent supportive housing candidates.
City's panhandling ordinance was discussed, and committee vote to uphold the current one.
Discussion on sale of liquor by liquor stores to inebriated persons.
FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
More flexibility on our rules on qualification for programs assistance, shelters, rehabs, etc.;
starting with elimination of 30 days waiting requirement to get shelter; eliminate restriction of how
many times a Homeless have failed. Get individual info on clients and the reason they don't
qualify for help.
In addition to the above, start relationship with more flexible shelters in order to accommodate
Homeless that are being denied services.
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Acquire more Treatment Beds from the South Florida Behavioral
Investigate ways to solve some of the problems, as supposed to the Homeless be moved around
the city and avoid them to be pushed to other areas
Give a one-time License permit for Homeless that are working on the streets and are willing to
follow the rules
Interdepartmental communication to be addressed
Request to our State Representative to advocate for change of laws on the sale of liquor by liquor
stores to inebriated persons.
Follow up on advertising campaign for hotels: No Panhandling signs, better explanation on how
tourists can help: * Loose change for permanent change (donation box on hotels & qualifying
stores, etc.); to diminish Homeless in front of their Hotels and therefore, diminish Homeless in
Miami Beach entirely
ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
91,000.00 for the Lazarus Project for Miami Beach was approved. Ten (10) mentally ill
Homeless will be medicated.
Homeless with open court charges are now being relocated if they wish to, as long as there is
someone to pick them us at the bus station.
Homeless sex-offenders are now being relocated if they wish to, as long as there is someone to
pick them us at the bus station.
Less arrests for trespassing.
Extra $50,000.00 for the budget of the relocation program.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: Convention Center Advisory Board
CHAIRPERSON:Laurence Herrup
CITY LIAISON: Heather Shaw
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD:6
ACTIVITY:
August 22, 2018 Meeting
Approval of Minutes July 10, 2018
The commission approved the naming of the clubhouse "Carl Fisher Clubhouse". Park
names have not been approved.
Announced MBCC Assistant General Manager, Mr. Michael Hurt.
GMCVB prospects 2019 tentative Florida Supercon and Break the Floor.
Headquarter hotel presentation project by Miami Beach Connect.
Valet parking app update from CMB.
Andres made a motion to create an advisory board with members that are MBCC users.
Motion was denied by Chairman.
September 4, 2018 Meeting
Approval of Minutes August 22, 2018. Voting deferred to September 4, 2018 meeting.
AHIMA preparations updates.
Chairman reports on ASEA event hosted in Chicago at McCormick place with the Greater
Miami Convention & Visitor's Bureau.
Service and facility enhancements in preparations for AHIMA.
RFP valet selection update by Monica Baltran.
Valet transportation simulation presentation videos on drop-off/pickup time and overflow
parking.
Headquarter Hotel is on the ballot for the November election.
October 2, 2018 Meeting
Approval of Minutes September 4, 2018
Introduced General Manager for the convention center, Mr. Freddie Peterson.
City Manager made changes to booking Rental Waivers only applying to rental fees.
o Needs to be reviewed within 6 months of event.
o Applies only to rental fees and not any other changes.
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Eva Silverstein, Director of Tourism for the Culture & Economic Development Department
for the City of Miami Beach, resigns from CMB.
Chief Daniel Oates and Commander A.J. Prieto discussed security at the convention
center and plans for the Democratic National Committee at the CCAB.
AHIMA building and valet/transportation updates.
November 13, 2018 Meeting
Approval of Minutes October 2, 2018.
Spectra agreement approved for 2 years of service through 2022.
Centerplate agreement extended by 2 years. Concession agreement was changed to
sharing the profit and loss with CMB.
CA World was acquired by Broadcom. Due to changes CA World events were cancelled.
GMCVB showcased a video recap of the AHIMA show produced by World Red Eye.
Potential Park names from the Park and Recreations Committee.
o Main Park — Convention Center Park and City Center Park
o Northern Park near canal — Clubhouse Park, Great Ficus Park, and North
Convention Park.
Elizabeth Resnick made a motion that Parks and Recreation can consider names based on
the features plants planted in the selected parks, versus having the names focused with
the names Convention Center in them. Lior seconded. All in favor. Motion passed.
December 11, 2018 Meeting
Approval of Minutes November 11, 2018.
In the month of October the MBCC hosted six events. Auto Show, Americas Food and
Beverage, Jewelers International, International Society of Aesthetic Plastic
Surgery(ISAPS), GMCVB Annual Meeting and the Climate Summit hosted by CMB.
Grand Basel cancelled event.
Review of MBCC website and social media.
Art Basel unveiling of Franz Ackerman art installation located at the southeast corner of the
MBCC.
Community event to be moved from January to April. Pending approval on dates.
Art in Public places installation in January update by Dennis Leyva.
Miami Beach Convention Center successful approval for Headquarter Hotel.
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FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
Art in Public places installation in January.
Potential Park names from the Park and Recreations Committee
GMCVB prospects 2019 tentative Florida Supercon and Break the Floor.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
Recruitment of General Manager
Art Basel unveiling of Franz Ackerman art installation located at the southeast corner of the
MBCC.
Spectra agreement approved for 2 years of service through 2022.
Centerplate agreement extended by 2 years. Concession agreement was changed to
sharing the profit and loss with CMB.
Miami Beach Convention Center successful approval for Headquarter Hotel.
Successful execution of major conferences including ANIMA, Auto Show, American Food
Beverage, JIS, ISAPS and Art Basel
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: DESIGN REVIEW BOARD
CHAIRPERSON: JAMES BODNAR
CITY LIAISON: JAMES MURPHY
DATE OF REPORT: July 2018 through December 2018
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD DURING THIS REPORTING PERIOD:
MEETING AGENDA
DATE ITEMS APPROVED DENIED DISCUSSED CONTINUED WITHDRAWN NO ACTION
RESOLUTION
July 16 12 4
Aug AUGUST RECESS
Sept 14 12 1 1
Oct 15 11 1 3
Nov 19 8 1 10
Dec 18 13 1 4
Totals 82 56 3 22 1
Note:Some totals may not match due to some items being removed from the Agenda at the last minute,or items that are partially
approved and also continued.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: Disability Access Committee
CHAIRPERSON:Helen Swartz
CITY LIAISON: Valeria Mejia
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD:10
ACTIVITY: Advisory Board to the Commission and Administration on disability-related matters
The DAC has actively listened to and have heard from many as to where to repurpose
funds for their best use to the disabled. Specifically there has been discussion regarding a
3D printed tactile of Miami Beach so that the visually impaired may understand the layout
of the city.
On-going discussion with IT on remaining accessibility issues to the vision impaired in their
website and app.
Again the DAC has assisted in the South Beach Festival event in January as a disability
awareness event. We have discussed the event and assisted in letting the community
know we are looking for volunteers and funding.
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FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
Although the committee has applied continual pressure on the appropriate parties the
audible pedestrian signals are an ongoing concern. They are often in disrepair and in need
of assuming a place of greater importance pertaining their maintenance and repair.
The DAC is discussing ways in which we can share ideas and participate in events with
Miami Dade County to benefit all and with other disability committees in other
municipalities.
Various members of the committee have appeared in front of the commission to present
our views pertaining to city issues.
Continued exchange with the Convention Center management on technology that provides
more access to the blind and visually impaired population.
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ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
The committee has continued to remain active in reporting new difficulties pertaining to
access of hotels and businesses on Miami Beach.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: Health Advisory Committee
CHAIRPERSON:Mark Rabinowitz, M.D.
CITY LIAISON: Sonia Bridges
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD:2
ACTIVITY:
Miami Beach Community Health Center has received various awards which was
presented to the Committee by Chair, Dr. Rabinowitz and Sorangely Menjivar.
o Miami Beach Community Health Center was recently recognized due to receiving
the highest HRSA Quality awards out of 47 federally community health centers in
Florida. MBCHC also tied for second place in the nation out of 1, 400 community
health centers.
o MBCHC were also nationally recognized for efforts intended to improve cholesterol
control.
The Committee set forth a motion to support the City's initiative of putting together a
Community Health Fair for 2019. It was adopted 8-1 by voice during the September 17th
meeting.
o Various members have voiced their support and suggested resources that may be
used for the Health Fair.
After review of referred item No. C7 AR (A Resolution of the Mayor and City Commission of
the City of Miami Beach, Florida, urging the United States Food and Drug Administration to
expeditiously proceed to enact and enforce regulations prohibiting the sale and marketing
of youth-friendly and youth-oriented e-cigarettes to minors in the immediate interest of the
health, safety and welfare of our nation's youth), the Committee recommended that the
Commission further study the issue of enacting and enforcing regulations prohibiting the
sale and marketing of e-cigarettes to minors. This motion was adopted 9-0 by voice during
the September 17t
meeting as well.
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FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
The City of Miami Beach holds a Health Fair annually open to all employees prior to the start of
open enrollment for health plan benefits. For the upcoming 2019 year, this Health Fair will be
open to both employees and members of the Miami Beach community. The event will be held in
the newly redesigned Miami Beach Convention Center during the spring time (April-May).
To hold an event like this, various vendors and the involvement of our local hospital and
community businesses are needed. Members of the HAC volunteered their resources to assisting
us including both Mount Sinai Medical Center and the Miami Beach Community Health Center.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: Health Facilities Authority Board
CHAIRPERSON: Arthur Unger
CITY LIAISON: Allison Williams
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD:2
ACTIVITY:
The Board met on July 24, 2018 for a meet and greet as there were changes to the Board's
membership since the last meeting on May 15, 2014. Allison Williams, Deputy Finance Director
and Liaison to the Health Facilities Authority was introduced to the Board.
Arthur Unger was elected Chair to the Board.
The Board met again on November 8, 2018 to discuss the possibility of future meetings.
Daniel Nagler was elected Vice-Chair to the Board.
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FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
The Board seeks to continue to meet and to discuss the use of the HFA fund which is to be
maintained at $75,000 and replenished by Mt. Sinai Medical Center.
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ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
Requested and received payment of $5,119 from Mt. Sinai Medical Center to replenish the HFA
fund and bring the reserves back up to $75,000.
Reviewed amortization schedules of the City of Miami Beach Health Facilities Authority Hospital
Revenue Refunding Bonds, Series 2012, and Series 2014, and identified current bond ratings:
Moody's: Baal, outlook stable
Fitch: A-, outlook stable
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: ' HISPANIC AFFAIRS COMMITTEE
CHAIRPERSON: ALEX FERNANDEZ
CITY LIAISON: LEONOR HERNANDEZ
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD:9
ACTIVITIES:
Sought nominations for Hispanic Heritage Month awards, selected winners and presented the
awards at the City's annual Hispanic Heritage Month Festival at North Shore.
In conjunction with the City, Organized the following events for Hispanic Heritage Month:
September 21, 2018 Movie in the Park/ South Point Park
October 4, 2018 VIP Honorees Reception
October 12, 2018 Hispanic Heritage Festival / North Shore Park (cancelled due to weather)
October 27, 2018 Bandshell Band Night/Concert --"Carlos Oliva y Los Sobrinos del Juez"
See attached)
FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
Jose Marti Event, January 28, 2019, Collins Park
ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
Continue to expand Hispanic Awareness in the City of Miami Beach in an effort to improve the
quality of life of the Hispanic population in the City. Continue to enhance activities throughout
Hispanic Heritage Month activities.
Selected and presented the 2018 Hispanic Heritage Month Award to the following persons in their
respective category:
VICTOR PULIDO-TRAIL BLAZER
MICHELLE VIERA HENSON(MBFD)-PUBLIC SAFETY PERSONNEL(FIRE)
ERNESTO RODRIGUEZ(MBPD)-PUBLIC SAFETY PERSONNEL(POLICE)
MIGUELL DEL CAMPILLO--SOCIAL SERVICE PROVIDER
RUDY PEREZ-- ARTIST
ARNOLD PASEIRO--ADULT CONTRIBUTING TO SUCCESS OF YOUTH
MARISELA SILVA RAMIREZ--OUTSTANDING HISPANIC COMMUNITY MEMBER
DR.ANA GAROZ-EDUCATOR(ADULT)
ARTURO FERNANDEZ-EDUCATOR(YOUTH)
FIRST SURF SHOP-BUSINESS
APPROVED THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT MOTIONS AND RESOLUTION:
UNIDAD OF MIAMI BEACH — SENIOR MEALS PROGRAM
See attached Memorandum)
Latino Lifetime Achievement Award
Established a New Award Category for Hispanic Heritage Month of Latino Lifetime Achievement
Award. Vice Chair Gabriel Paez stated that in lieu of Eneida Mena's deteriorating health and in
order to be able to recognize her for her dedication to the community and endless hours of
volunteer work at the Unidad Senior Center and other centers throughout the community, he
moved to award Mrs. Mena the Latin Lifetime Achievement Award to be presented at the Hispanic
Heritage Month Concert. Motion passed.
Resolution in Support of Miami Beach Referendum 3
See attached)
Honoring Former Commissioner Jorge Exposito
See attached Memorandum)
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MEMORANDUM
TO:Mayor Dan Gelber and Members of the DATE:December 12,2018
City Commission
FROM: Alex J.Fernandez,Chai SUBJECT: Resolution R7 H
Hispanic Affairs Comms ee Unidad Funding
I write to you to express my support of item R7 H which seeks approval of FY 2018-19 funding to UNIDAD of
Miami Beach in the amount of$230,000.The Hispanic Affairs Committees remains steadfast in recognizing that
according to US Census Data, the extreme level of poverty amongst seniors in the City of Miami Beach is an
emergency that must be addressed as an urgent funding priority.
In support of this effort, below please find two motions adopted by the Hispanic Affairs Committee.
Motion 1 adopted by the Hispanic Affairs Committee on September 10, 2018 supporting annual recurring
funding for the North Beach senior meals program:
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t1O els pragram operated by Unidad of Mlaml beach,•If Unidad is
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program prior to the final yearly allocation of funds to Unidad of Miami Beach:
b. Require'UNIDAD to submit to the Mayor and City Commission,far Its ratification, `,
an annual budget for the public funds earmarked fpr senior meals
I thank you for your continued leadership in ensuring that our most vulnerable elderly population is afforded the
dignity they deserve.
Thank you.
C: Mr.Jimmy Morales, City Manager
Ms.Kathy Brooks,Assistant City Manager
Mr. Raul Aguila,City Attorney
Mr. Rafael Granado,City Clerk
Members,Miami Beach Hispanic Affairs Committee
Mr.Victor Diaz,Chairman,Unidad of Miami Beach,Inc.
MEMORANDUM
TO:Jimmy Morales,City Manager DATE:October 23,2018
City of ' i Beach
FROM: Alex J. Fernandez, hair SUBJECT: Honoring former
Hispanic Affairs Committee commissioner Jorge Exposito
Former commissioner Jorge Exposito is a beloved neighbor in our city. Over his many decades of
residency in Miami Beach, Jorge has contributed to the betterment of our schools, parks, and community
as a whole. In 2009, Jorge was elected to the City Commission. During his term of service, Jorge made
great personal sacrifices to fulfill his commitment to the residents,a responsibility he did not take lightly,
and which led him to place the interest of the public ahead of his own.
Recognizing the invaluable contributions of this caring and humble leader, yesterday, I stated and
entertained the following motion, moved by Vice Chair Gabriel Paez, seconded by committee member
Frankie Trullenque,and approved by a unanimous vote of committee members present:
A motion of the Hispanic Affairs Committee requesting that the City Commission
identify an appropriate interior portion of the existing Par 3 and proposed Community
Park to be permanently named and dedicated in honor of the Honorable Jorge R
Exposito who served as a Miami Beach City Commissioner from 2009 to 2013.
I respectfully request your assistance and guidance to ensure that this request advances through the proper
committee(s)and legislative process in a timely manner. Please do not hesitate to contact me should you
have any questions regarding this motion.
Thank you.
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A RESOLUTION OF THE HISPANIC AFFAIRS COMMITTEE
IN SUPPORT OF MIAMI BEACH REFERENDUM 3
WHEREAS, Miami Beach has a long history of being a city that embraces its diversity, that
welcomes tourists and residents from around the around world, and that is
recognized as a major international destination; and,
WHEREAS, Once home to Muhammad Ali boxing matches, the NFL Super Bowl Media
Headquarters, NAACP National Conferences and both the Democratic and
Republican National Conventions,and today home to Art Basel Miami Beach and
Design Miami, the Miami Beach Convention.Center has been reimagined and
renovated as a state-of-the-art LEER certified facility, as stated by the Greater
Miami Conventions and Visitors Bureau; and,
WHEREAS, Spanning an area of four city blocks,the Convention Center is a regional asset of
significant importance, located in the heart of Miami Beach, nestled between
America's most spectacular and world-famed beaches,and within close proximity
of important public facilities such as the New World,Symphony, Soundscape
Park, the Fillmore, Lincoln Road, City Hall, the Botanical Garden, the future
Convention Center Park, and the Holocaust Memorial; and,
WHEREAS, Following a public investment of over$600 million, the renovated Miami Beach
Convention Center will be completed this fall and will boast over 500,000 square
feet of contiguous and divisible exhibit space, 125,910 square feet of flexible
meeting space, and a 40,000 square feet column free ballroom; and,
WHEREAS, The development of an adjoining Convention Center Hotel will help maximize
the public investment made towards the renovation of the convention center and
ensure its success; and,
WHEREAS, Miami Beach is now at the crossroads of further solidifying its brand as a leading
international destination upon the completion of the state-of-the-art Convention
Center and the approval of the proposed land lease agreement for a Convention
Center Hotel,following more than two decades of planning and visioning; and,
WHEREAS, The residents of the City of Miami Beach will be best served by the approval of
the lease of City-owned property for the Convention Center Hotel as it guarantees
that no public funding of any kind will be utilized for its development; and,
WHEREAS, The lease agreement with MB Mixed Use Investment, LLC, approved by the
Mayor and Commission, presents a well-planned proposal for a hotel adjacent to
the Miami Beach Convention Center which includes competitive landscaping, a
potential reduction of traffic impacts, lease revenues to the City, resort and
property tax revenues, a voluntary surcharge self-imposed by MB Mixed Used
Investment of 1% of room revenues, and a contribution towards the City's Art in
Public Places Fund; and,
WHEREAS, The annual lease will generate for the City of Miami Beach 2.50% of gross
operating revenues, 1.25% of F&B revenues, a minimum fixed rent of$2 million
in five years, a total of 724 projected full time jobs, and a total of$6.31 billion in
public benefits in lease & tax revenues throughout the term of the lease.
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NOW,THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED THAT THE HISPANIC AFFAIRS COMMITTEE,
on October 1,2018, unanimously adopted and approved the following motions and recommendations:
MOTION 1: Recognizing the unprecedented importance of constructing a Convention Center
Hotel utilizing no taxpayer funding, the Hispanic Affairs Committee: strongly
supports Referendum 3 which will help further secure Miami Beach as a major
tourism and convention destination, creating over 700 new permanent fulltime
jobs, and generating over $6 billion in new public revenues over the term of the
lease; and further commends and supports the actions of the Mayor and City
Commission approving the Development and Ground_Lease Agreement between
the City of Miami Beach and MB Mixed Use Investment,LLC.
MOTION 2: Recognizing that the proposed Convention Centel`fIote)q°`' ^z i,
a. will reduce the number of daily trips to the area by transttiontng he bookings
of the Convention Center from local"drive-in"consumer/trade shows to "fly-
in" conferences and convention; and
b. proposes a well-planned approach to reduce traffic by internalizing vehicles,
the Hispanic Affairs Committee, in,its advisory capacity, urges the Mayor and
City Commission to take supplementary measures on City-owned assets and
infrastructure along 17th Street,and within the Convention Center District,to help
further mitigate any remaining public concerns pertaining to the creation of
additional traffic by considering the following recommendations:
a. As the major stakeholder of real estate along 17th Street, the City of Miami
Beach should consider restrictinguture development on City-owned property
to prohibit the development of additional transient and non-transient dwelling
units along 17tI'Street, with theexception of car-light workforce housing.
b. To promote pedestrianism, between''the Convention Center District and
Lincoln Road, future proposed developments along 17th Street and within the
Convention Center District, the City of Miami Beach should consider new
policy to only approve'those proposed developments that do not cause an
increase in!the number of daily peak hour trips than the existing use at the time
of application.
c. To maximize the use of existing infrastructure and increase capacity without
expanding existing roads, the City of Miami Beach should consider theY
implementation of reversible lanes on 17th Street and within the Convention
District with the potential of decreasing congestion by borrowing
Tx capacity from the opposite(off-peak) direction.
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To complement the shuttle services and public transportation services that will
lie available to hotel guests and further minimize traffic impacts, the City of
Miami Beach should consider designating a dedicated bus lane on
17th Street.
BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANUAL REPORT FORM - HPB
BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: HISTORIC PRESERVATION BOARD
CHAIRPERSON: STEVAN PARDO
CITY LIAISON: DEBORAH TACKETT
DATE OF REPORT: JULY 2018 through DECEMBER 2018
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD DURING THIS REPORTING PERIOD: 6
MEETING AGENDA
DATE ITEMS APPROVED DENIED DISCUSSED CONTINUED WITHDRAWN NO ACTION DEFER
RESOLUTION
July 20 8 10 2
August 0
September 24 20 4
October 17 10 2 5
November 11 8 2 1
December 8 5 3
Totals 80 51 2 24 1 2
Note:Some totals may not match due to some items being removed from the Agenda at the last minute,or items that are partially
approved and also continued.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: Human Rights Committee
CHAIRPERSON:Ken Swartz
CITY LIAISON: Lana Hernandez
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD:As of July 2018 — 2 Meetings
ACTIVITY:
Reviewing and revising Human Rights Discrimination Poster
Human Rights Discrimination Appeal
Investigating/researching the alleged fraud and child endangerment of children selling candy on
Lincoln Road and Ocean Drive
MIAMI BEACH
FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
Creating a method within the City of Miami Beach app to make a human rights discrimination
complaint.
Update/create a new PSA on discrimination in Miami Beach to implement new ways to create
a larger scope of awareness
Creation of a vanity URL for the Human Rights website page
Continue to provide community outreach/education on Human Rights issues such as human
trafficking, LGBT, immigrants (sanctuary cities), homeless, charities.
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ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
Human Rights Discrimination Poster has been revised and recreated to effectively reach the
attention of the general public
Human Trafficking/Discrimination Posters are being implemented around the City throughout
businesses and establishments. Ordinance No. 2017-4113
Human Rights complaint form is updated and simplified for the general public
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: Marine & Waterfront Protection Authority
CHAIRPERSON: Captain Dan Kipnis
CITY LIAISON: Rianne Thomas
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD SINCE Jun 2018: 5
ACTIVITY:
7/10/2018, 9/04/2018 Discussion of Police activities on the Beach and Boardwalk
with Major Acosta including discussion about installing Police Cameras on the
Boardwalk
10/09/2018. 11/13/2018, 12/11/2018 Discussion of Police activities on the Beach and
Boardwalk with Lieutenant Armatrading including discussion about boardwalk safety
and lighting and possibility of assigning more Police to the Boardwalk.
7/10/2018, 9/04/2018, 10/09/2018. 11/13/2018 Discussion on active environmental
projects by Margareta Wells & Elizabeth Wheaton.
07/10/2018 Discussion of damaged boat fenders at the Purdy boat ramp. Property
Management Department will repair.
07/10/20189/04/2018 Discussion with Margareta Wells about erosion of sand from
62nd
street to
69th
street including the emergency re-nourishment taking place
07/10/2018 Discussion to have the City use breakwaters to prevent sand erosion.
7/10/2018 Discussion of the water quality data with Margareta Wells. Presentation to
happen in September 2018 at the Sustainability Board
7/10/2018 Discussion on the effects and causes of the increased Sargassum
seaweed with Margareta Wells
7/10/2018 Discussion with Sergeant Sanchez about the anchoring laws
7/10/2018 Presentation from Blaine Ross with ShoreLock about new process and
technology to prevent sand erosion, but must be approved by the County prior to use.
9/04/2018 Presentation from Antonio Maldonado of Arkup yacht/ homes
10/09/2018 Discussion with Margareta Wells & Assistant City Manager Susanne
Torriente about the Water Quality Testing Report
10/09/2018 Discussion with Juan Carlos & Margareta Wells about the Indian Creek
Dr Public Seawall Project and the delays.
10/09/2018 Discussion with Captain Dan Kipnis & Sergeant Alex Torres about the
Full Moon Drum Event on the beach.
12/11/2018 Discussion with Eric Carpenter, Roy Coley, & Captain Dan Kipnis about
deep well pumping of storm water including pros and cons. Discussion included
Lakeview residents and Brad Waller, expert on deep well pumps.
11/13/2018, 12/11/2018 Discussion to draft a letter to the commission about
increased Police and add lighting (sea turtle friendly) on all water fronting walkways.
FUTURE ACTIVITIES
Review applications for marine related business applying for operational licenses
Oversee to completion the construction of un-motorized launch and water taxi
Facility at Maurice Gibb Park
Continue to support the construction of a mooring field including facilities in Sunset
Harbor.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
Recommended for approval DEM Falcon LLC to operate a "water buggy" recreational
vehicle rental business from 4121 Indian Creek Dr. Motion Robert Christoph Jr;
Second by Antonio Maldonado - Passed unanimously
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
Miami Beach Commission for Women
CHAIRPERSON:
Jill Shockett
CITY LIAISON:
Bonnie Stewart
MEETINGS HELD SINCE JUNE 2018:
The Committee met as follows:
September 4, 2018 Board Meeting, October 9, 2018 Board Meeting, November 13, 2018 Board
Meeting, December 11, 2018 Board Meeting
TOTAL MEETINGS: 4
FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
Women Worth Knowing Event, March 2019 recognizing women helping others in Miami Beach.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
During the July 10, 2018 meeting the committee viewed a special presentation of the video from
the March 16, 2017 It's Never O.K. (Recognizing, Preventing, and Stopping Teen Dating
Violence) Panel Discussion brought to the community by the Miami Beach Senior High PTSA, in
coordination with, the Miami Beach Commission for Women. The speakers were Miami Dade
County Assistant State Attorney Christina DiRaimondo, Dr. Ronda Fuchs, and Detective Alberto
Bert" Gutierrez from the City of Miami Beach Police Department.
Laura Morilla, Executive Director of the Miami-Dade County Commission for Women was the
guest speaker for the October 9, 2018 meeting. She discussed the CEDAW International
Women's Rights Treaty and the Cities for CEDAW movement. And the 100th
anniversary of the
passage of the 19th
amendment, guaranteeing and protecting women's constitutional right to vote
happens in 2020.
On October 14, 2018 the committee hosted an information booth at Publix on 6876 Collins
Avenue, Miami Beach, Florida for Domestic Violence Month where they distributed information
regarding Domestic Violence. Many women were reached as the result of this initiative.
Guest speaker for the November 13, 2018 meeting was Guest speaker was Kristi House
Community Relations & Special Project Manager, Laura Carter. A presentation was made and
the members learned about Kristi House and there work with child victims of sexual abuse and
sex trafficking and holding the perpetrators responsible.
At the December 11, 2018 meeting the committee participated in the Children's Cancer Caring
Center Extravaganza by collecting and donating gift cards for children with cancer and toys for
Ayuda Toy Drive.
Eva Ritvo, Co-Director of the Bold Beauty Project was the guest speaker at the December
meeting. The Bold Beauty Project is a visual arts exhibition that features women with various
disabilities, seeking to raise awareness. Many of the models were in attendance and spoke. A
video showcasing the models, photographs and program was viewed. The committee voted to
send an LTC asking the commission to house some of the works (as an exhibition) in a city
owned building.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: Normandy Shores Gov. Neighborhood Improvement
CHAIRPERSON:N/A
CITY LIAISON: Tameka Otto Stewart
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD:0
ACTIVITY: There were no meetings held July-December 2018*
FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
Review and discuss proposed FY20 operating budget and millage rate
Review Signage to deter residents and visitors from improper parking and littering
Review and Create a Standard Operating Procedure for security guards
Set millage rate once July 1 Certified Taxable Values are received and finalize proposed budget
ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: Parks and Recreational Facilities Advisory Board
CHAIRPERSON:Carolina Jones
CITY LIAISON: Cynthia Casanova
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD:4
July 11, 2018, September 6, 2018, October 3, 2018 and
December 11, 2018)
ACTIVITY:
The Parks and Recreational Facilities Board addressed several different issues and areas of
concern during the past three months:
Discussion on an Amendment to the Danny Berry Baseball Agreement to Include
Management and Operations of the Coin-Operated Automated Batting Cages at North
Shore Park Once Constructed and Management and Operations of the City's Concession
Trailer
72nd Street Complex
Discussion on the Flamingo Park Master Plan
Discussion on Maurice Gibb Park (CIP)
Discussion on Pocket Park on 20th and Alton (CIP)
Discussion on Recreation Program and Rental Fee Increase
Discussion on Golf
Naming of the main Convention Center Park, Northern Park and Twenty-First Street
Community Clubhouse
Discussion on Artistic Playgrounds
Discussion on the Naming Convention Center Park (currently known as P-Lot Park)
Discussion on the Naming of the Property known as the Par 3 Park
Discussion on the Hispanic Affairs Committee Motion for the City Commission to Identify an
Interior Portion of the Property Known as the Par 3 Park to be Permanently Named and
Dedicated in Honor of Commissioner Exposito
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FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
The Parks and Recreational Facilities Advisory Board will continue to discuss the following topics:
Any Referrals from City Commission or Commission Committees
Active Sports Fields and Youth Sports
GO Bond Implementation
Parks & Recreation Capital Projects
Parks & Recreation Budget
Park at 500 Alton Road
Recreational Programming
Tennis Initiatives
Golf Initiatives
The Board will also be involved in providing their input in future park plans as well as setting
expectations and areas of interests to focus on in the future.
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ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
The following list are motions that the Parks and Recreational Facilities Advisory Board made in
the past 3 months based on their activity:
The Parks and Recreational Facilities Advisory Board motions to favorably recommend
Amendment#1 to the Danny Berry Baseball Agreement as discussed at our Board meeting.
After review of the 72nd Street Project, the Parks and Recreational Facilities Advisory Board
strongly supports that a 50 meter pool and 25 meter warm-up pool be included in the scope.
The Board further recommends the following:
that the fitness center remains
that a multi-use active park with sports lights be included
that the orientation of the grandstands at the pool face the beach
that resiliency and sustainability efforts be included in the project
that the all-wheels skate park be relocated as long as it finds a new funded home in the
West Lots
the track should be ground level for the purpose of maximizing space
raising or shifting transmission lines should be explored
connectivity between the North Shore Youth Center, Band Shell and 72nd Street
Project should be considered
The Parks and Recreational Facilities Advisory Board motions to support a 17.5% increase to
the non-resident rates across programming and facility rental fees.
Since there has not been an increase in fees in the past 15 years and programming costs
continue to grow, the Parks and Recreational Facilities Advisory Board motions to increase the
resident rates by 10%, keeping in mind that all fees should be reviewed annually with the goal
of enhancing programming, park facilities and staffing.
As part of the contract negotiations with the awarded bidder for the Golf Course Operation and
Management Services, the Parks and Recreational Facilities Advisory Board motions for the
following points to be considered:
Revisit increasing the membership cap at the Miami Beach Golf Club
Implement a Rain Check policy in line with industry standards
Extend resident rates to Active Duty/Retired Military
Explore a 9-hole rate
Explore installing a weather warning system at both golf courses
The Parks and Recreational Facilities Advisory Board motions for the Parks and Recreation
Department to pursue an Imagination Playground and to look for an activation that can tie into
this year's Art Basel.
The Parks and Recreational Facilities Advisory Board motions to support the consensus and
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recommendations of the neighborhood with regards to the presentation shown at today's
meeting on the Maurice Gibb Park. The Board also motions to support the possibility of a
custom playground in light of the passing of the G.O. Bond.
In keeping with the previous motion made to have a unique art installation that serves as an
interactive playground for children at the pocket park on
20th
and Alton, the Parks and
Recreational Facilities Advisory Board recommends the Fahr Wall feature which can
incorporate an artistic design with the artist selected through an objective process. The Board
also recommends respecting the proportion and scale of the park to include a maximum of 2
additional elements such as the "corn fields" and "mounds".
The Parks and Recreational Facilities Advisory Board motions to recommend the following two
names for the property currently referred to as the "P-Lot Park" at the Convention Center:
Convention Center Park and Memorial Park.
The Parks and Recreational Facilities Advisory Board motions to recommend naming the
property currently referred to as the "Northern Convention Center Park at
21st Street" to
Convention Center Waterway Park and that input from the immediate neighborhood and the
AiPP Board is received for additional naming suggestions.
The Parks and Recreational Facilities Advisory Board motions to have the Department of
Communications create a city-wide public outreach campaign for naming recommendations for
the property currently referred to as the "Par 3 — Future Community Park" that includes a park
name and an option for commentary on how the name was derived. Furthermore, the outreach
should include the video provided by the architects and that naming recommendations describe
the area, neighborhood, municipal history, and special features of the park. Another component
of the outreach should entail engaging the children of the City's Parks and Recreation programs
for naming suggestions as well.
The Parks and Recreational Facilities Advisory Board supports the motion made by the
Hispanic Affairs Committee to memorialize Commissioner Exposito with a permanent plaque,
bench or any installation in the "Par 3 — Future Community Park" as the City Commission sees
fit.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: PLANNING BOARD
CHAIRPERSON: BRIAN ELIAS
CITY LIAISON: MICHAEL BELUSH
DATE OF REPORT: July 2018 through December 2018
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD DURING THIS REPORTING PERIOD: 6
MEETING AGENDA
DATE ITEMS APPROVED DENIED DISCUSSED CONTINUED WITHDRAWN NO ACTION DEFER
RESOLUTION
July 9 6 3
August 0
September 10 4 6
October 9 7 1 1
November 10 8 1 1
December 10 9 1
Totals 48 34 1 6 7
Note:Some totals may not match due to some items being removed from the Agenda at the last minute,or items that are partially
approved and also continued.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: Police Citizen Relations Committee
CHAIRPERSON:Richard Hull
CITY LIAISON: Chief Daniel J. Oates
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD:5
ACTIVITY: 2018 Police Citizen Relations Committee meetings were held on July 17, NO
AUGUST MEETING, September 25, October 16, November 20, and December 18. Please see
below:
Minutes of July 16, 2017 meeting:
Members Present: Daniel Aronson John Deutzman
Stuart Schikora Pamela Brumer
Robert Jenkins, FOP Seth Feuer
Julian Linares Bruce Reich
Pedro A. Cofino Robert Jenkins (FOP President)
Sid Goldin (guest) Officer Kevin Millan (FOP V.P)
Faye Goldin (guest) Captain Mildred Pfrogner
Chief Daniel J. Oates Officer Eric Shultz
Adam Kravitz (via telephone) Steven Oppenheimer (guest)
Lt. Steve Feldman
Chief Oates provided an update on the arson case at 5601 Collins Ave.
Update on the LPR project given by Lt. Steve Feldman. Further expansion of the program has
been proposed in the G.O. Bond and some funding still exists through the regular budget process.
The value of LPRs for law enforcement is indisputable. It is the "bang for the buck" for public
safety enhancements. Additions to the security camera systems in the Entertainment District,
Business Districts, and adding them to the existing Beach Walk in the South Area are also
included in the G.O. Bond proposals. The G.O. Bond committee has expressed the hesitation on
using 30-year debt to fund technology purchases that have much shorter (approximately 5 year
for LPRs and cameras) life spans. The G.O. Bond committee believes if the voters approve, the
funding should be applied to "Brick and Mortar" type of improvements to the City's infrastructure.
Captain Mimi Pfrogner and Officer Eric Shultz provided an update on policing the middle area
wooden boardwalk. Many of the chronic homeless petty theft offenders have moved to the
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boardwalk area due to enhanced enforcement in the Entertainment and South areas. There are
regular groups of homeless/quality of life offenders that congregate in the covered hut structures
on the boardwalk. The same groups congregate every day. There is a limit to what police can do
without violating their civil rights during the hours the beach is open to the public.
John Deutzman — There is all types of criminal activity taking place under the boardwalk. It is a
public safety priority to have it torn down and replaced with the continuation of the beach walk.
The expansion of the park ranger program is also very important. We've heard that it is being cut
from the budget. These are all important public safety issues that we should be advocating for.
Whether the technology upgrades are funded through the G.O. Bond or through the regular
budget process doesn't really matter, as long as they are funded.
A motion was made to support the funding of expanding the LPR program, installation of security
cameras on the beach walk in the south, in the Entertainment District and Business Districts, and
replace the wooden sections of the middle area boardwalk with the completion of the beach walk
system. The motion passed unanimously.
Minutes of September 25, 2018 meeting:
Members present: Christine Klingspor Julian Linares
Matt Salom Anthony Garcia
Lizette Lopez Adam Kravitz
Richard Hull Faye Goldin (guest)
Sidney Goldin (guest)Michael Defilippi (guest)
Daniel Aronson Pamela Brumer
John Deutzman Bruce Reich
Seth Feuer
Chief Oates — Overview of the G.O. Bond public safety ballot items:
Police Headquarters Improvements - $10 million
Security in Public Places (bollards) — $4.35 million
Police-Fire Marine Patrol Facility - $2.7 million
Security Cameras in the Business District - $825,000
Security Cameras in the Entertainment District - $1.49 million
Security Cameras along the Beach Walk 14th Place — 23rd Street - $400,000
License Plate Readers - $1.95 million
Street Lighting Improvements - $10 million
LED Lighting in the Parks - $4.5 million
Replace Fire Station #1 - $10 million
Replace Fire Station #3 — $10 million
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Ocean Rescue North Beach Facility - $5 million
Replace Public Safety Radio System - $10 million
Chief Oates — Update on budget enhancements for the Police Department:
1 Sergeant and 6 Officers for the Schools - $871 ,000
Conversion of part-time SLO supervisor to full time - $34,000
Body Worn Camera Program personnel - $60,000
Special Event Overtime - $700,000
Chief Oates — Update on Crime Statistics:
Review of Beach and Boardwalk arrests, calls for service, cases
Citywide UCR Report 2013 v 2018 (January — June) - 28.91%
Minutes of the October 16, 2018 meeting:
Members present: Bruce Reich Lea Reich
Steven Oppenheimer Adam Kravitz
Lizette Lopez Anthony Garcia
Matt Salom John Deutzman
Christine Klingspor Richard Hull
Daniel Aronson Pamela Brumer
Seth Feur
Chief Oates — The decision to shoot or not shoot is never as easy or clear cut as it looks on TV
shows or the nightly news. It is a split second decision in which you need to rely on your training
and make the best judgment possible during a stressful situation. We use the simulator for
training for a variety of reasons. The MBPD has a small firearms range and live ammunition is
very expensive. This technology gives us the ability to train under a wide range of circumstances.
Reaction time is a factor of human physiology. It takes a certain amount of time to turn and react.
It is easy to second guess after the incident has occurred but being in the actual real time
scenario is a very eye opening experience. Civilians are able to schedule a ride-along with an
officer or ride bikes with me on Ocean Drive. The peak periods to see active police work are late
evening on Friday and Saturday nights.
We are still struggling with hiring. We were at full employment around June. In August 8 officers
retired leaving us many vacancies again. We will discuss our hiring process and challenges at
the next committee meeting. There are seven new officers in the academy that will finish in
February. Seven officers on injured reserve and fourteen officers just finished their field training
program. These fourteen officers just spent two weeks patrolling Ocean Drive before the next
shift bid takes effect and they go to their regular assignments.
John Deutzman — The huts on the Boardwalk are in the process of being demolished. This will go
a long ways to improving pedestrian safety for our residents and visitors enjoying the area.
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Training Unit — Officer Noel Castillo and Officer Alberto Castro — Simulation Demonstration
Daniel Aronson — Is hiring a unique problem to the MBPD?
Chief Oates — No, it is true for all law enforcement agencies. This profession has taken a beating
in the eyes of the public in the last few years. Most young people do not aspire to be police
officers. It is increasingly difficult to find applicants that can pass the background standards. We
require a college degree or 3 years military service (honorable discharge). There are many
issues impacting successful recruitment including prior drug usage, driving records, etc. We will
talk about these issues in depth next month.
John Deutzman —What about alcohol and cigarettes? They are just as bad for you as illegal
drugs.
Chief Oates — That is a public policy debate. The Police Department has to operate under
existing laws.
Officer Castillo and Officer Castro - Meggitt Simulator was purchased with federal grants. It is
also used by the military for training. It is a very reliable training tool for development of the
decision making process and tactical skills. It is able to produce a wide variety of scenarios that
are based on incidents that have actually occurred. The weapon used in the exercise is the same
weight as an actual gun and operates in the same fashion.
Several scenarios were demonstrated with committee members participating in the training
exercises. Each use of deadly force is evaluated for the objective reasonableness based on
training and experience. All officers receive training on how to deescalate situations with subjects
where mental illness may be a factor.
1. First scenario had a disturbed student threatening other students with a knife.
2. Second scenario had officers following a vehicle for a routine traffic stop. Shots were fired
at the officers from the vehicle. Eventually the subjects bail out and a foot chase ensues.
The policy for not shooting at moving vehicles was discussed.
3. Third scenario had a former employee armed with a shotgun confronting his supervisor.
4. Fourth scenario was a mass casualty/active shooter incident at a hospital with multiple
subjects and an explosion. Active shooter presentations have been done at many local
businesses and schools throughout the community. One of the main issues is key card
access to restricted spaces and gaining entry into the impacted area.
Minutes of the November 20, 2018 Meeting:
Members Present: Richard Hull John Deutzman
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Anthony Garcia Matt Salom
Bruce Reich Daniel Aronson
Pamela Brumer Lizette Lopez
Julian Linares Major Samir Guerrero
Sgt. Arley Flaherty
Hiring / Recruitment Presentation by Sgt. Arley Flaherty:
The MBPD began a major new recruitment effort in 2015. This included a closer working
relationship with the Human Resources Department. The new initiative utilized a combination of
communication methods including a new emphasis on social media (Instagram, Twitter, and
Facebook) and attending college job fairs throughout south and central Florida.
Recruiting well qualified candidates is extremely difficult for all law enforcement agencies in
today's current social climate. Law enforcement is not viewed as a potential career path for many
young people due to various social stereotyping of police officers. To combat this challenge, the
MBPD has worked hard to reach a more diverse group of prospective candidates. This effort has
included participating in various recruitment outreach events in addition to college job fairs.
The non-certified applicants must be 21 years old, have their bachelor's college degree or 3 years
of military active duty service with an honorable discharge and have a valid driver's license.
Certified applicants must have the same three requirements and also have a State of Florida
Basic Law Enforcement Certificate in good standing or Florida Corrections Cross Training
Certification or Compliance, or be currently attending a Basic Law Enforcement Academy. In the
last group of 560 applicants, approximately 150 applicants were eligible to take oral and written
exams, 84 passed and were able to start the background process. The MBPD is determined to
hire the best new officers and has a stringent backgrounds process.
This includes the following:
o Verification of qualifying credentials
o Criminal and Civil records check
o Character References
o Home interview and neighborhood check
o Employment history check
o Drug Use
o Driving History
o Education
o Financial/Credit History
o Social Network Check
o CVSA/Polygraph Exam
o Psychological Exam
o Medical Exam
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There are 9 new police officer trainees starting the police academy in December and 8 applicants
still in the backgrounds process. We are hoping for a total of 17.
The MBPD is working hard to have a diverse workforce. In the last year, 11 new female officers
were hired. The MBPD is 65% Hispanic. The current budget level is 415 sworn officers. The
MBPD background process similar to other local police departments. Many applicants are
eliminated from the process due to drug usage (schedule 2 narcotics and more than 7 times
experimental use of marijuana) and inconsistent statements (between their background
information forms and psychological exam questionnaire, and applications at other police
departments). The Chief can make an exception for use of Adderall on a case by case basis. A
background investigation can take from 60 to 90 days to complete. The file is then reviewed up
the chain of command to the Deputy Chief. If approved by the Deputy Chief or Chief, the file then
goes to the Human Resources Director for final approval.
Pamela Brumer—The current staffing levels are not enough.
Major Guerrero — We are hoping to be at full staffing in approximately six months. Additional
officers have been added to assign officers at schools that don't have a School Board officer.
Reaching full staffing levels is very difficult. All agencies are competing for the best applicants.
We had a large number of retirements this year.
John Deutzman — The officers on Ocean Drive are overwhelmed during busy times. We need
more police everywhere, but staffing levels have not increased with the increase in special events
each year.
Sgt. Flaherty — The Chief is going to be asking to hire over budget. By next September we should
be at 420. The Backgrounds Unit also processes background investigations for other city
departments include the park rangers, school crossing guards and code enforcement.
John Deutzman —We also need more park rangers.
Major Guerrero — Recruitment is a nationwide challenge. We are going to Washington DC in
December for conference on law enforcement recruitment. We always need to be planning
ahead for retirements. In 2021 there are 15 officers planning to retire.
Minutes of December 18, 2018
Members in attendance: John Deutzman Adam Kravitz
Michael Gillman Christine Klingspor
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Faye Goldin Sid Goldin
Daniel Aronson Pamela Brumer
Seth Feuer Julian Linares
Sgt. Tony Loperfido Chief Oates
Chief Oates provided an update to the committee on several recent high profile incidents.
Sergeant Tony Loperfido presented information about Drone/USA technology and the use
of new technology with tethered balloons.
1. Drones have potential use for traffic management, crime scene photography, search
and rescue, hazardous materials, spills fire management, and personnel tracking.
2. Law enforcement use is limited due to FL Statute 934.50 (Freedom from unwanted
surveillance act). This prohibits drones from being used in investigations unless a
search warrant is obtained or unless swift law enforcement action is needed to
protect life.
3. The drone was used in the recent building collapse on Collins Avenue to
search the rubble for survivors and track the cadaver dogs.
4. A private citizen can fly drone over someone's back yard not operating under scope
of police department and it does not violate the law.
5. Tethered ballons are not limited by this Florida Statute. They can be deployed with
cameras and are an effective tool.
6. New technology is also being used with thermal cameras on beach at night. The
Beach closes at 10:00pm. Officers can use the thermal cameras to check all
thermal images at night on the beach.
MIAMI BEACH
FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
POLICE/CITIZENS RELATIONS COMMITTEE 2019 CALENDAR
January 15, 2019 May 21, 2019 September 17, 2019
February 19, 2019 June 18, 2019 October 15, 2019
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March 19, 2019 July 16, 2019 November 19, 2019
April 16, 2019 NO AUGUST MEETING December 17, 2019
All of the above meetings will be held in the Community Room of the Miami Beach Police
Department at 6:00 p.m.
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ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
The Police/Citizen's Relations Committee provides the means for a better understanding of
the policies and procedures of the Miami Beach Police Department.
The Police/Citizen's Relations Committee affords the Miami Beach Police Department the
opportunity to communicate to the community information regarding current events, changes
in the Police Department, and allows for community concerns to be brought to the attention of
the Chief of Police.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: Resiliency Communications Committee
CHAIRPERSON: Tonya Daniels, Director of Communications
CITY LIAISON: Amy Knowles, Deputy Resiliency Officer
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD:1
ACTIVITY:
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The mission of the Resiliency Communications Committee is to create and monitor a Program for
Public Information (PPI) to assist the community to reduce flood risk and ultimately reduce the
cost of flood insurance. The PPI is an activity of the National Flood Insurance Program's
Community Rating System (CRS) that compliments the City's approach to economic resilience
and public participation. This effort supports the development of a Miami Beach Rising Above
Communications Strategy.
During the last committee meeting, the following topics were addressed:
Review of the CRS draft verification audit for the cycle visit
Review of the Resiliency Communications Plan Annual Evaluation Report: target
audiences, messages, desired outcomes, project implementation and progress made
toward desired outcomes
Review of audiences and additional engagement approaches
Insurance coverage update: Flood insurance assessment findings
Real Estate Agent Fact Sheet: Discussion on how to distribute the Fact Sheet
Miami Association of Realtors Retreat Report: Information and issues for this Committee
Approval to move the Annual Evaluation Report to City Commission
FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
Now that the Committee has been re-created for 2019, members will meet in Spring to plan next
year's activities.
The implementation and tracking of ongoing projects will continue throughout the year. The
Committee is required to meet at least once a year to monitor and evaluate the Resiliency
Communications Plan.
Another item for this year is to seek feedback from the Committee on a stormwater resilience
dashboard developed by City staff to monitor flood reduction efforts and flood awareness.
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ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
The City received a letter with preliminary results of the City's Community Rating Score audit. The
new score shows an improvement from Class 6 to 5, increasing savings from 20% to 25% in flood
insurance premiums city-wide. This means flood insurance premium savings for Miami Beach
policy holders will increase from $6.6 million to $8.3 million effective May 1, 2019, when results
are expected to be accepted by DHS and FEMA.
A Resiliency Communications Plan Annual Evaluation Report was developed to track
implementation of projects, progress made toward outcomes of the Plan and recommendations
for improvement. The Report was accepted by City Commission on December 12, 2018. The
performance measures identified in this Report will serve as the basis for a Stormwater Resilience
Dashboard displaying visualizations of metrics and data drill down.
Another accomplishment is the completion of various outreach projects scheduled for the summer
and fall of 2018. Outreach projects completed include flood awareness messages sent out
through MB Magazine and via email to Neighborhood Associations; a Hurricane Preparedness
Guide distributed to residents; and fact sheets sent out to various target audiences.
MIAMI BEACH
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
Senior Affairs Committee
CHAIRPERSON:
Evelyne Cohen as Chair and Enilda Thomas as Vice Chair
CITY LIAISON:
Diana Fontani
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD:
3
ACTIVITY: July 2018 —December 2018
September Meeting:
The Committee held its first meeting since it was established by Vice Mayor Michael
Gongora in 2018. The members introduced each other. The committee received a
presentation of Sunshine Law by Nick Kallergis. The committee elected Evelyne Cohen
as Chair and Enilda Thomas as Vice Chair. The committee also discussed the mission
and purpose of the committee and agreed that for the next meeting the committee
members would come up with ideas for this.
October Meeting: Ester Rodriguez from the Parking Department came to give a
Parking for Health Care Providers Update and Milos Majstorovic from Transportation
also provide a Senior Citizen transportation update. The committee also discussed
issues and topics to accomplish as a committee.
November Meeting: The mission statement of the committee was finalized. Betty
Ruano from Little Havana Nutrition Center provided an update on the Senior lunch
programs in Miami Beach. We also had follow up on the health care providers parking
and on transportation issues.
December Meeting: Meeting Canceled by the Committee Chair
PURPOSE OF THE COMMITTEE: The purpose of the Senior Affairs Committee is to
provide senior citizen residents of the City with the opportunity to represent and
articulate the needs of persons 55 years of age and older, to foster increased
involvement in the affairs of City government by senior citizen residents, and to provide
recommendations to the Mayor and City Commissioners on issues and programs
affecting the City's senior citizen population.
CURRENT ACCOPLISHMENTS:
Mission Statement for the Committee: To be advocates for the betterment of our
seniors by promoting the physical, emotional, and social well-being of adults
aged 55years and older, living in our diverse community of Miami
Provided caregivers parking located near the senior centers at metered lots and
garages
Provided additional information regarding reporting trolley issues to each senior
center via posters
FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
Continue the mission of the committee by focusing on senior meal plans, transportation,
health care, and recreational programs.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: Miami Beach Visitor and Convention Authority
CHAIRPERSON:Steve Adkins
CITY LIAISON: Grisette Roque Marcos
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD:6
ACTIVITY:
July 24, 2018:
The June 20, 2018 meeting minutes were approved. Motion by Mr. Hertz to approve the June 20,
2018 meeting minutes. Seconded by Mr. Lehman. Motion passed unanimously.
The current budget figures were reviewed.
The Board was provided with a social media report.
The Board was provided with a list of upcoming grant applicants.
The draft of the 2018/2019 goals were reviewed.
The 2018/2019 MBVCA budget reviewed and approved. Motion by Mr. Gonzalez to approve the
2018/2019 budget. Seconded by Mr. Hertz. Motion passed unanimously.
The 2018/2019 Cultural Tourism Grant Program was reviewed and approved. Motion by Mr.
Gonzalez to approve the FY 2018/2019 Cultural Tourism Grant Program. Seconded by Mr.
Lehman. Motion passed unanimously.
August 21, 2018:
The July 24, 2018 meeting minutes were approved. Motion by Mr. Hertzberg to approve the July
24, 2018 meeting minutes. Seconded by Mr. Gonzalez. Motion passed unanimously.
The current budget figures were reviewed.
The Board was provided with a social media report.
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The Board was provided with a social media report.
The Board was provided with a list of upcoming grant applicants.
The draft of the 2018/2019 goals were reviewed.
The 2018/2019 MBVCA budget reviewed and approved. Motion by Mr. Gonzalez to approve the
2018/2019 budget. Seconded by Mr. Hertz. Motion passed unanimously.
The 2018/2019 Cultural Tourism Grant Program was reviewed and approved. Motion by Mr.
Gonzalez to approve the FY 2018/2019 Cultural Tourism Grant Program. Seconded by Mr.
Lehman. Motion passed unanimously.
September 26, 2018:
The August 21, 2018 meeting minutes were approved. Motion by Mr. Lehman to approve the
August 21 , 2018 meeting minutes. Seconded by Mr. Gonzalez. Motion passed unanimously.
The current budget figures were reviewed.
The Board was provided with a list of upcoming grant applicants.
The Board was advised of the MBVCA's recent World Travel Awards (WTA) wins within the
categories of Best Honeymoon Destination and Best Tourism Board (North America).
The Board voted to refer to the MBVCA Conference Room going forward as "The Harold Rosen
War Room". Motion by Mr. Lehman made a motion to refer to the MBVCA Conference Room
going forward as "The Harold Rosen War Room" in all official communications. Seconded by Mr.
Gonzalez. Motion passed unanimously.
The Orange Bowl Committee made a presentation of thanks to the Board for their continued
support.
H&K provided the Board with an Interceptor City analysis.
A FAM vs. Press Release Analysis Discussion was held.
A resolution supporting the Miami Beach Convention Center Hotel project was issued and
passed. Motion by Mr. Hertz to issue the resolution in support of the Miami Beach Convention
Center hotel project Seconded by Mr. Lehman. Motion passed unanimously.
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October 9, 2018:
The September 26, 2018 meeting minutes were approved. Motion by Mr. Hertz to approve the
September 26, 2018 meeting minutes. Seconded by Mr. Gonzalez. Motion passed unanimously.
The current budget figures were reviewed.
The Board was provided with a social media report.
The Board was provided with a list of upcoming grant applicants.
A grant in the amount of$45,000 was awarded for the 2018 ITF Young Seniors World
Championships 35-40-45. Motion by Mr. Gonzalez to grant $45,000 for the 2018 ITF Young
Seniors World Championships 35-40-45. Seconded by Mr. Hertz. Motion passes unanimously.
A grant in the amount of $24,000 was awarded for the 2018 Miami Beach Halloween Half
Marathon & Freaky 4-Miler. Motion by Mr. Gonzalez to grant $24,000 for the 2018 Miami Beach
Halloween Half Marathon & Freaky 4-Miler. Seconded by Mr. Hertzberg. Mr. Rollins abstained.
Motion passes.
A grant in the amount of$32,000 was awarded for the 2019 Fitbit Miami Marathon & Half
Marathon, Tropical 5K: Health & Fitness Expo. Motion by Mr. Hertz to grant $32,000 for the 2019
Fitbit Miami Marathon & Half Marathon, Tropical 5K: Health & Fitness Expo. Seconded by Mr.
Gonzalez. Motion passed. Mr. Nardi abstained. Motion passed.
A grant in the amount of $32,000 was awarded for NATPE Miami-2019. Motion by Mr. Gonzalez to
grant $32,000 for NATPE Miami - 2019. Seconded by Mr. Rollins. Motion passes unanimously.
A grant in the amount of $32,000 was awarded for the Pan American International Karate
Tournament. Motion by Mr. Hertzberg to grant $32,000 for the Pan American International Karate
Tournament. Seconded by Mr. Gonzalez. Motion passes unanimously.
A grant in the amount of$40,000 was awarded for SCOPE Miami Beach 2018. Motion by Mr. Hertz
to grant $40,000 for SCOPE Miami Beach 2018. Seconded by Mr. Gonzalez. Motion passes
unanimously.
A grant in the amount of $28,000 was awarded for the South Beach Seafood Festival. Motion by
Mr. Gonzalez to grant $28,000 for the South Beach Seafood Festival. Seconded by Mr. Hertz. Mr.
Nardi abstained. Motion passes.
A grant in the amount of$32,000 for Untitled, Art in Miami Beach. Motion by Mr. Gonzalez to grant
32,000 for Untitled, Art in Miami Beach. Seconded by Mr. Nardi. Motion passed unanimously.
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A grant in the amount of $51,000 was awarded for the for the 2018 College Playoff Semi-Final
Capital One Orange Bowl Game Marketing Campaign and Ancillary Events. Motion by Mr.
Gonzalez to grant$51,000 for the 2018 College Playoff Semi-Final Capital One Orange Bowl Game
Marketing Campaign and Ancillary Events. Seconded by Mr. Hertzberg. Motion passes
unanimously.
A grant in the amount of$28,300 was awarded for the LGBT Visitor Center. Motion by Mr. Gonzalez
to grant $28,300 for the LGBT Visitor Center. Seconded by Mr. Nardi. Mr. Adkins abstained. Motion
passes.
A grant in the amount of$30,000 was awarded for the Miami Beach Watersports Center. Motion by
Mr. Gonzalez to grant $30,000 for the Miami Beach Watersports Center. Seconded by Mr. Hertz.
Motion passes unanimously.
A grant in the amount of $30,000 was awarded for Visit Miami Beach. Motion by Mr. Hertzberg to
grant $30,000 for Visit Miami Beach. Seconded by Mr. Gonzalez. Motion passes unanimously.
November 30, 2018
The October 9, 2018 meeting minutes were approved. Motion by Mr. Hertz to approve the
October 9, 2018 meeting minutes. Seconded by Mr. Gonzalez. Motion passed unanimously.
The current budget figures were reviewed.
The Board was provided with a social media report.
The Board was provided with a list of upcoming grant applicants.
A grant in the amount of $6,750 was awarded for the 2019 ITF Miami Beach Tennis Cup. Motion
by Mr. Lehman to grant $6,750 for the 2019 ITF Miami Beach Tennis Cup. Seconded by Mr.
Hertzberg. Motion passes unanimously.
A grant in the amount of $30,000 was awarded for the IKT Miami Congress. Motion by Mr.
Hertzberg to grant $30,000 for the ITK Miami Congress. Seconded by Mr. Gonzalez. Mr. Rollins
abstained. Motion passes.
A grant in the amount of $45,000 was awarded for Money4Good, powered by Sustainatopia.
Motion by Mr. Lehman to grant $45,000 for the Money4Good, powered by Sustainatopia.
Seconded by Mr. Gonzalez. Motion passes unanimously.
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A grant in the amount of $24,000 was awarded for the 10th Annual Hawkers Model Volleyball
Tournament. Motion by Mr. Hertz to grant $24,000 for the 10th Annual Hawkers Model Volleyball
Tournament. Seconded by Mr. Gonzalez. Mr. Nardi abstained. Motion passes.
A grant in the amount of $40,000 was awarded for the 11th Annual Miami Beach Pride 2019.
Motion by Mr. Gonzalez to grant $40,000 for the 11th Annual Miami Beach Pride 2019.
Seconded by Mr. Lehman. Motion passes unanimously.
A grant in the amount of $28,000 was awarded for the 2019 Miami Film Festival. Motion by Mr
Gonzalez to grant $28,000 for the 2019 Miami Film Festival. Seconded by Mr. Lehman. Motion
passes unanimously.
A grant in the amount of $28,000 was awarded for the 2019 Winter Party Festival. Motion by Mr.
Hertzberg to grant $28,000 for the 2019 Winter Party Festival. Seconded by Mr. Hertz. Mr. Nardi
abstained. Motion passes.
A grant in the amount of $32,000 was awarded for the Bachateando Dance Festival. Motion by Mr.
Hertz to grant $32,000 for the Bachateando Dance Festival. Seconded by Mr. Gonzalez. Motion
passes unanimously.
A grant in the amount of $32,000 was awarded for the GroundUP Music Festival. Motion by Mr.
Gonzalez to grant$32,000 for the GroundUP Music Festival. Seconded by Mr. Hertz. Motion passes
unanimously.
A grant in the amount of $32,000 was awarded for the National Salute to Amei Motion by Mr.
Gonzalez to grant $32,000 for the National Salute to America's Heroes. Seconded by Mr. Lehman.
Motion passes unanimously.
A grant in the amount of$28,000 was awarded for the South Beach Triathlon. Motion by Mr. Hertz
to grant $28,000 for the South Beach Triathlon. Seconded by Mr. Gonzalez. Mr. Nardi abstained.
Motion passes.
A grant in the amount of $51,000 was awarded for the 2019 Food Network & Cooking Channel
South Beach Wine & Food Festival. Motion by Mr. Lehman to grant $51,000 for the 2019 Food
Network & Cooking Channel South Beach Wine & Food Festival. Seconded by Mr. Gonzalez. Mr.
Nardi and Mr. Rollins abstained. Motion passes.
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December 17, 2018
The November 30, 2018 meeting minutes were approved. Motion by Mr. Hertz to approve the
November 30, 2018 meeting minutes with a requested revision to his comments in the GroundUP
section. Mr. Hertz stated that the same food offered in the VIP section was offered throughout the
venue and also attendees were not able to come in and out as they pleased. He wanted to clarify
that he did not want his comments perceived as complaints. Seconded by Mr. Gonzalez. Motion
passes unanimously.
The current budget figures were reviewed.
The Board was provided with a social media report.
The Board was provided with a list of upcoming grant applicants.
The Forbes Travel Guide Live and Online Training Program proposals were approved for FY
2018/2019. Mr. Hertz motioned to approve the allocation of the monies for the Forbes Travel Guide
proposals subject to review by legal. Seconded by Mr. Gonzalez. Motion passes unanimously.
The 2018/2019 Film Incentive Grant Program was approved. Motion by Mr. Lehman to approve the
2018/2019 Film Incentive Grant. Seconded by Mr. Gonzalez. Motion passes unanimously.
A discussion about the Miami Beach Visual Memoirs Project was held.
MIAMI BEACH
FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
The next MBVCA Board meeting is scheduled to take place Wednesday, January 23, 2019 at 10:00
am.
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ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
July 24, 2018:
The June 20, 2018 meeting minutes were approved.
The current budget figures were reviewed.
The Board was provided with a social media report.
The Board was provided with a list of upcoming grant applicants.
The draft of the 2018/2019 goals were reviewed.
The 2018/2019 MBVCA budget reviewed and approved.
The 2018/2019 Cultural Tourism Grant Program was reviewed and approved.
August 21, 2018:
The July 24, 2018 meeting minutes were approved.
The current budget figures were reviewed.
The Board was provided with a social media report.
The Board was provided with a list of upcoming grant applicants.
An update on the Miami Beach Convention Center Hotel was provided by David Martin of Terra
Group.
An update on the Miami Beach Convention Center was provided by Steven Haas.
The 2018/2019 Goals were reviewed and approved.
An update about the Forbes Travel Guide Hospitality Training Webinar was provided.
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September 26, 2018:
The August 21, 2018 meeting minutes were approved.
The current budget figures were reviewed.
The Board was provided with a social media report.
The Board was provided with a list of upcoming grant applicants.
The Board was advised of the MBVCA's recent World Travel Awards (WTA) wins within the
categories of Best Honeymoon Destination and Best Tourism Board (North America).
The Board voted to refer to the MBVCA Conference Room going forward as "The Harold Rosen
War Room".
The Orange Bowl Committee made a presentation of thanks to the Board for their continued
support.
H&K provided the Board with an Interceptor City analysis.
A FAM vs. Press Release Analysis Discussion was held.
A resolution supporting the Miami Beach Convention Center Hotel project was issued and
passed.
October 9, 2018:
The September 26, 2018 meeting minutes were approved.
The Board was provided with a social media report.
The Board was provided with a list of upcoming grant applicants.
A grant in the amount of $45,000 was awarded for the 2018 ITF Young Seniors World
Championships 35-40-45.
A grant in the amount of $24,000 was awarded for the 2018 Miami Beach Halloween Half
Marathon & Freaky 4-Miler.
A grant in the amount of$32,000 was awarded for the 2019 Fitbit Miami Marathon & Half
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Marathon, Tropical 5K: Health & Fitness Expo.
A grant in the amount of $32,000 was awarded for NATPE Miami-2019.
A grant in the amount of $32,000 was awarded for the Pan American International Karate
Tournament.
A grant in the amount of $40,000 was awarded for SCOPE Miami Beach 2018.
A grant in the amount of $28,000 was awarded for the South Beach Seafood Festival.
A grant in the amount of $32,000 for Untitled, Art in Miami Beach.
A grant in the amount of $51,000 was awarded for the for the 2018 College Playoff Semi-Final
Capital One Orange Bowl Game Marketing Campaign and Ancillary Events.
A grant in the amount of$28,300 was awarded for the LGBT Visitor Center.
A grant in the amount of $30,000 was awarded for the Miami Beach Watersports Center.
A grant in the amount of$30,000 was awarded for Visit Miami Beach.
November 30, 2018
The October 9, 2018 meeting minutes were approved.
The current budget figures were reviewed.
The Board was provided with a social media report.
The Board was provided with a list of upcoming grant applicants.
A grant in the amount of $6,750 was awarded for the 2019 ITF Miami Beach Tennis Cup.
A grant in the amount of $30,000 was awarded for the IKT Miami Congress.
A grant in the amount of $45,000 was awarded for Money4Good, powered by Sustainatopia.
A grant in the amount of $24,000 was awarded for the 10th Annual Hawkers Model Volleyball
Tournament.
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A grant in the amount of $40,000 was awarded for the 11th Annual Miami Beach Pride 2019.
A grant in the amount of $28,000 was awarded for the 2019 Miami Film Festival.
A grant in the amount of$28,000 was awarded for the 2019 Winter Party Festival.
A grant in the amount of $32,000 was awarded for the Bachateando Dance Festival.
A grant in the amount of $32,000 was awarded for the GroundUP Music Festival.
A grant in the amount of $32,000 was awarded for the National Salute of the Americas.
A grant in the amount of $28,000 was awarded for the South Beach Triathlon.
A grant in the amount of $51 ,000 was awarded for the 2019 Food Network & Cooking Channel
South Beach Wine & Food Festival.
December 17, 2018
The November 30, 2018 meeting minutes were approved.
The current budget figures were reviewed.
The Board was provided with a social media report.
The Board was provided with a social media report.
The Board was provided with a list of upcoming grant applicants.
The Forbes Travel Guide Live and Online Training Program proposals were approved for FY
2018/2019 contingent upon legal review.
The 2018/2019 Film Incentive Grant Program was approved.
A discussion about the Miami Beach Visual Memoirs Project was held.
MIAMI BEACH
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: Youth Commission
CHAIRPERSON:Carolina "Carly" Martinez
CITY LIAISON: Dr. Leslie Rosenfeld
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD:4
ACTIVITY:
The Youth Commission has served a valuable role in discussing and acting on important issues pertaining
to the youth of Miami Beach. Those topics include:
Job Fair
Recycling and environment/sustainability
Vaping (e-Cigarettes)
After School tutoring at SRYC
FL League of Cities Municipal Youth Council Video Competition
PD SRO program information
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In the new year the commission plans to continue working diligently for the youth of Miami Beach.
Some requested support from the mayor and commission are on the following topics:
Student sessions regarding the presence of an armed school resource officer on public
high school campuses in Miami Beach to develop the relationship and procedures.
Participation in the # plasticfreeMB campaign and program.
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ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
The Youth Commission hosted an approved Job Fair at the SRYC on October 5th. The LTC was
originally approved in April 2018 and is as follows:
The Youth Commission would like you to be aware of the following motion requesting support for
a youth job fair promoting teen employment and internships, approved at the April 24, 2018 youth
commission meeting.
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Transportation, Parking & Bicycle-Pedestrian Facilities
Committee
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Alfred Feola
CITY LIAISON:
Saul Frances
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