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LTC 389-2019 BOARD AND COMMITTEE BIANNUAL REPORTS MIAMIBEACH OFFICE OF THE CITY MANAGER LTC No. 389-2019 LETTER TO COMMISSION TO: Mayor Dan Gelber and Members of e City C mission FROM: Jimmy L. Morales, City Manager DATE: July 9, 2019 SUBJECT: BOARD AND COMMITTEE BIANNU L 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 January to June 2019. 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. JLM/REG/cd We are committed to providing excellent public service and safety to all who live, work and play in our vibrant,tropical,historic community 1 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT MAMf BEACH BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: Affordable Housing Advisory Committee CHAIRPERSON: Allison Stone CITY LIAISON: Alba Tarre NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD: 5 ACTIVITY: January- June 2019 January Meeting: The Committee discussed supporting Accessory Dwelling units and passed a motion supporting the legalization of accessory dwelling units within the City to encourage workforce/affordable housing. The Committee also recommended that the Mayor and City Commission actively seek to fill the vacant Committee seats on the Affordable Housing Advisory Committee to attain quorum and ensure productivity. February Meeting: The Committee reviewed the Florida Housing Finance Corporation Triennial Report and discussed creating a new member onboarding packet. March Meeting: The Committee voted to meet monthly taking recess April, August and December to observe holidays. The Committee also supported the recommendation of the Office of Housing and Community Services to fund the 2019/2020 outlined projects with the anticipated Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME investment allocations. Https://Miamibeach-My.Sharepoint.Com/Personal/Albatarre_Miamibeachfl_Gov/Documents/Documents/AHAC BC Bi- Annual Report 06-28-2019 (Draft 2).Docx Page 1 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT April Meeting: Recess May Meeting: Staff discussed the public comment period for the 2019 Action Plan. Committee members discussed the Committee results of the Planning Board, which legalized Accessory Dwelling Units at a minimum of 200 sq. ft. June Meeting: The Affordable Housing Advisory Committee supported the purchase of the multifamily property located at 795 81st St. Miami Beach, FL, 33141 in the amount of $1 ,050,000.00 for use as affordable housing. FUTURE ACTIVITIES: January- June 2019 • AHAC will continue to serve as part of the Citizen Participation process regarding Office of Housing and Community Services actions. • AHAC will have further presentations from City Departments to explore incentives on affordable/workforce housing. • AHAC will explore other Municipalities' initiatives to potentially motion the City Commission to expand workforce/ affordable within the City. • AHAC will explore legislative updates regarding workforce and affordable housing to assess applicability for the City. Https://Miamibeach-My.Sharepoint.Com/Personal/Albatarre_Miamibeachfl_Gov/Documents/Documents/AHAC BC Bi- Annual Report 06-28-2019 (Draft 2).Docx Page 2 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT ACCOMPLISHMENTS: January 2019- June 2019 The Committee has provided valuable input on the 2019 action plan as well as provided insight into the needs of the Community when acquiring an additional affordable multifamily building. Within these last month's more seats in the Committee have been filled resulting in consistent quorum in the meetings. Https://Miamibeach-My.Sharepoint.Com/Personal/Albatarre_Miamibeachfl_Gov/Documents/Documents/AHAC BC Bi- Annual Report 06-28-2019 (Draft 2).Docx Page 3 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: Animal Welfare Committee CHAIRPERSON: Linda Diamond CITY LIAISON: Elias Gonzalez NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD: 6 ACTIVITY: Vote on Chair and Co-Chair Set meeting dates Assigned code compliance the task of handling education on regulations concerning specific animal types Discussed the idea of implementing"poop stencils"on sidewalks Made the following asks of the communications department: 1. Distributing educational materials to condo associations/neighborhood associations 2. Quarterly spot on MB magazine 3. QR Code 4. MB website helpful links 5. Voted on having direct"Animals & Pets" landing page on the City of Miami Beach website with link to county website's Animals&Pets resources section Voted on motion to have contractors evacuate animals before beginning work that can potentially trap and harm inhabiting animals Voted on motion to have commission consider a community pet washing station and report back options (to include revenue sharing models)to the Animal Welfare Committee Voted on motion to consider a Miami Beach Animal Adoption Center with: • Funding Assistance for sick/injured animals • Increased funding for TNR • To continue project catsnip • Community education on preventative pet care • Voted on motion to extend cat feeder program C:\Users\Clerdagc\Appdata\Local\Microsoft\Windows\Temporary Internet Files\Content.Outlook\8Z6WTKBT\BC Bi- Annual Reportanimalwelfarecommittee2019_1.Docx Page 1 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT MIAMI BEACH FUTURE ACTIVITIES: Discuss Iguana abatement Discuss leash laws Discuss animal welfare laws C:\Users\Clerdagc\Appdata\Local\Microsoft\Windows\Temporary Internet Files\Content.Outlook\8Z6WTKBT\BC Bi- Annual Reportanimalwelfarecommittee2019_1.Docx Page 2 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT MIAMI BEACH ACCOMPLISHMENTS: Voted on several motions focused on urging the commissioner to consider various options that can increase animal welfare and quality of life for both the residents and animals on Miami Beach. C:\Users\Clerdagc\Appdata\Local\Microsoft\Windows\Temporary Internet Files\Content.Outlook\8Z6WTKBT\BC Bi- Annual Reportanimalwelfarecommittee2019_1.Docx Page 3 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT JANUARY-JULY 2019 BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: Art in Public Places CHAIRPERSON: Maria Elena Ortiz CITY LIAISON: Dennis Leyva NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD: Six ACTIVITY: Art Basel Miami Beach coordination 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 completed Miami Beach Convention Center Ellen Harvey art project completed Miami Beach Convention Center Joseph Kosuth art project completed (pending electrical permit) Miami Beach Convention Center Sarah Morris art project ongoing (anticipated completion Aug 2019) Miami Beach Convention Center Joep Van Lieshout art project completed Collins Park Rotunda Frida Escobedo intervention ongoing SoundScape Park Bill Fontana art project completed Update AiPP Guidelines Update AiPP Website FUTURE ACTIVITIES: Call to Artist Flamingo Park (pending G.O. Bond Funding) 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 Sarah Morris mural Miami Beach Convention Center completion Elmgreen and Dragset sculpture G.O. Bond Funded City Capital Construction Projects Miami Beach Convention Center Hotel Project ACCOMPLISHMENTS: Art Basel Miami Beach coordination Ongoing Development Miami Beach Convention Center Art Projects 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" AiPP Website updated MIAMI BEACH BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: Audit Committee CHAIRPERSON: Marc Gidney CITY LIAISON: Mark Coolidge NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD: Three (3/20/19, 05/01/19 and 5/29/19) ACTIVITY: March 20, 2019 Meeting: 1 . Discussion of Board and Committee Liaison Responsibilities a. Selection of a Chairman and Vice-Chairman for the current year b. Attendance Requirements 2. Selection of an Audit Committee member to serve on the Ad Hoc Inspector General Selection Committee 3. Selection of an Audit Committee member to serve on the General Obligation Bond Committee 4. The Audit Committee's Role in the Selection of the City's External Auditor 5. Citywide Fraud Risk Assessment Update 6. Pending Office Relocation to the 4th and 6th floors of Historic City Hall 7. FY 2018/19 Audit Plan with Current Status Discussion 8. Completed Internal Audits and Annual Summaries Discussion May 1, 2019 Meeting: Evaluation Committee Meeting for Request for Proposals (RFP) No. 2019-092-JC, Auditing Services May 29, 2019 Meeting: 1 . Crowe Presentation of their 09/30/18 Year End Audit Results 2. FY 2018/19 Audit Plan with Current Status Discussion 3. Discussion of Resort Tax Issues and Proposed Ordinance Changes C:\Users\Clerdagc\Appdata\Local\Microsoft\Windows\Temporary Internet Files\Content Outlook\8Z6WTKBT\Bi-Annual Report 2019 January-June-Audit Committee.Docx Page 1 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT FUTURE ACTIVITIES: • Discussion of FY 2018/19 Audit Plan and its current status • Review FY 2019/20 Proposed Audit Plan • Citywide Fraud Risk Assessment Update • Update on Office Relocation to the 4th and 6th floors of Historic City Hall • Completed Internal Audits and Annual Summaries Discussion 4 " " ' BEACH C:\Users\Clerdagc\Appdata\Local\Microsoft\Windows\Temporary Internet Files\Content.Outlook\8Z6WTKBT\Bi-Annual Report 2019 January-June-Audit Committee.Docx Page 2 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT ACCOMPLISHMENTS: MOTIONS March 20, 2019 Meeting Motion: To appoint Marc Gidney as Chairperson of the Audit Committee. Motion carried: 6-0 (approved by acclamation) Motion: To appoint Michael Weil as Vice-Chairperson of the Audit Committee. Motion carried: 6-0 (approved by acclamation) Motion: The Audit Committee should meet on at least a quarterly basis with authority to convene additional meetings as circumstances require and to coincide with the selection and delivery dates of the City's External Auditor. Motion by: Deede Weithorn Seconded by: Ronald Starkman Motion carried: 6-0 Motion: To appoint Ronald Starkman to serve on the Ad Hoc Inspector General Selection Committee. Motion carried: 6-0 (approved by acclamation) Motion: To appoint Bryan Rosenfeld to serve on the General Obligation Bond Oversight Committee. Motion carried: 6-0 (approved by acclamation) May 29, 2019 Meeting Motion: If the City Administration feels that the best course of action for the City concerning the towing audits currently being conducted by the Office of Internal Audit is to outsource such audits, the Audit Committee strongly recommends that the following items should be taken into consideration by the City Administration: 1. The cost of the audit should be borne by the companies in conflict for the new audits. 2. There should be a set of procedures that are mutually agreed upon by the towing companies and the City. The Audit Committee strongly recommends that Mark Coolidge be part of the process on those agreed upon procedures which should cover both the scope and procedures. 3. The audit process should have a stated deadline. Motion by: Deede Weithorn Seconded by: Marc Gidney C:\Users\Clerdagc\Appdata\Local\Microsoft\Windows\Temporary Internet Files\Content.Outlook\8Z6WTKBT\Bi-Annual Report 2019 January-June-Audit Committee.Docx Page 3 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT C:\Users\Clerdagc\Appdata\Local\Microsoft\Windows\Temporary Internet Files\Content.Outlook\8Z6WTKBT\Bi-Annual Report 2019 January-June-Audit Committee.Docx Page 4 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT C:\Users\Clerdagc\Appdata\Local\Microsoft\Windows\Temporary Internet Files\Content.Outlook\8Z6WTKBT\Bi-Annual Report 2019 January-June-Audit Committee.Docx Page 5 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT FORM BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT CHAIRPERSON: BARTON GOLDBERG CITY LIAISON: ROGELIO MADAN DATE OF REPORT: - January through June 2019 NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD DURING THIS REPORTING PERIOD: 4 MEETING AGENDA DATE ITEMS APPROVED DENIED DISCUSSION CONTINUED WITHDRAWN MOVED Jan 4 3 2 1 Feb 1 CANCELLED Mar 1 4 3 1 Apr 5 CANCELLED May 3 3 3 Jun 7 2 2 Totals: 12 10 1 1 Note: Some totals may not match due to some items being removed from the Agenda at the last minute. F:\PLAN\$zba\BI-ANNUAL CITY CLERK'S REPORTS BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: Budget Advisory Committee CHAIRPERSON: Ronald Starkman CITY LIAISON: John Woodruff NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD: 6 ACTIVITY: 01/08/2019 Meeting Agenda: • North Beach Town Center • G.O. Bond Update 02/05/19 Meeting Agenda: • Review forthcoming Storm Water Management Budget • Planning Dept. Consultant 03/05/19 Meeting Agenda: • Collective Bargaining Update • Pension Investment Assumptions & Actuarial Impacts 04/23/19 Meeting Agenda: • Police Department • Fire Department 05/07/19 Meeting Agenda: • Public Works Department (Enterprise Fund) • Fleet Management 06/11/19 Meeting Agenda: • Commission Workshop Review Update • Parks & Recreation Department • Information Technology Department • Prep for Finance Citywide Committee/1St FY19/20 Budget Briefing-John Woodruff, Chief Financial Officer AMAMI BEACH Page 1 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT FUTURE ACTIVITIES: • Committee briefing for 2nd and 3rd Finance Citywide Projects Committee Budget Briefing Meetings • Greater Miami Convention Visitors Bureau (GMCVB) Update • FY19/20 Proposed Budget-1st Public Hearing • Storm Water Management Budget Update • Convention Center Operational/Booking Projections Update • Resiliency Strategies • Fleet-Vehicle Maintenance and Repairs Service to other Municipalities Update ACCOMPLISHMENTS: North Beach Town Center Proposal: The following was reviewed and discussed: • Zoning changes • Parking needs and demands • Return on the City's investment • Ad Valorem Tax impact • Economic impact MOTION Motion made by Susan Rosenthal Motion seconded by Brian Harris Members Present: Marc Gidney, Brian Harris, Carl Linder, Susan Rosenthal, Ron Starkman, Krista Yoder-Latortue, Members Absent: Steve Zuckerman and Jonathan Beloff -VIA Phone Motion Text: The Budget Advisory Committee recommends that the City conduct an economic analysis on the proposed North Beach Town Center Garage Development project. This analysis should include comparisons of the value to the City based on the continuation of existing conditions versus moving forward with the proposed project. The analysis should also include a net present value cash flow analysis for each scenario being contemplated. The Budget Advisory Committee urges the Mayor and Commission to support the above recommendation. ------- �-- Page 2 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT G.O. Bond Update: The following was reviewed and discussed: • Organizational chart • Schedule of upcoming meetings and workshops • Project criteria • Bond challenges • Underwriters MOTION Motion made by Marc Gidney Motion seconded by Brian Harris Members Present: Marc Gidney, Brian Harris, Carl Linder, Susan Rosenthal. Ron Starkman, Krista Yoder-Latortue, Members Absent: Steve Zuckerman and Jonathan Beloff-VIA Phone Motion Text: The Budget Advisory Committee (BAC) approved a motion recommending that the new General Obligation Bond Oversight Committee include Ronald Starkman as the designee of the Budget Advisory Committee as a voting member, not as an ex-officio non-voting member. Planning Department Consultant: The following was reviewed and discussed: • Public benefit concept program for North Beach • Zoning codes and Public benefit fees • Economic calculator • North Beach vs. South of Fifth • Policy statement process Review Forthcoming Storm Water Management Budget: The following was reviewed and discussed: • 5 to 10 year storm event • Timeline and status update for Master Design consultant selection • King Tide • The Urban Land institute report • Final phase and upcoming projects ____—_----------- Page 3 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT Pension Investment Assumptions & Actuarial Impacts: The following was reviewed and discussed: • Cumulative performance results • Net of fees return • Estimate benchmark return • 4t' quarter vs 1st quarter return • Market assumptions and actuarial impact • Unfunded liabilities • State of Florida funding requirements Fire and Police Pension Fund: The following was reviewed and discussed: • Net pension liability and related ratios • Unfunded liabilities • Deferred Retirement Option Plan (DROP) • Investment assumptions • Portfolio comparison • Total equity summary • Financial reconciliation total fund Collective Bargaining Update: The following was reviewed and discussed: • Status of 5 all collective bargaining units coming up • General proposals of all bargaining units • 5 year financial plan • Wages and COLAs • Police and Fire Health Trust Commission Referral: Trolleys to the South Beach local route: The following was reviewed and discussed: • Some trolley routes are not efficient • Nonpolitical approach • South Beach Local • Frequencies issue • Ridership data Page 4 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT Trolley Discussion-Transportation Department: Mr. Milos Majstorovic, Transportation Supervisor, gave a brief update of the current trolley routes and the loop options with and without added costs. MOTION • Motion made by Brian Harris Motion seconded by Steve Zuckerman Members Present: Brett Harris, Brian Harris, Carl Linder, Susan Rosenthal, Ron Starkman, Steve Zuckerman. Members Absent: Marc Gidney and Jonathan Beloff-VIA Phone, Krista Yoder-Latortue. Motion Text: The Budget Advisory Committee recommends that the City should not increase the operating budget for the trolley system, but should proceed to implement the latest recommendations of the Transportation Department with a goal toward improving the efficiency of the existing routes based on current ridership data. Police Department: The following was discussed: • Departmental Financial Summary • Overtime • Over Staffing • Recruiting process • Replacement of new cameras Commission Budget Workshop: The following topics were discussed. • Community Survey • Credit Rating • Collective Bargaining • Fleet Fund • Public Safety Over hire • Zero Base Budget for Sanitation John Woodruff, Chief Financial Officer, shared with the Committee the Letters to Commission (LTC) regarding the G.O. Bond Credit Ratings and the G.O. Bond Pricing Update. ---- -–--- — Page 5 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT Draft Motion for Development Projects Discussion: Mr. Nick Kallergis, Senior Assistant City Attorney gave a legal opinion regarding the draft motion for Development Projects. The below motion was made. MOTION Motion made by Jonathan Beloff Motion seconded by Steve Zuckerman Members Present: Jonathan Beloff, Brett Harris, Brian Harris, Marc Gidney, Carl Linder, Susan Rosenthal, Ron Starkman, Krista Yoder-Latortue, Steve Zuckerman. Motion Text: The Budget Advisory Committee recommends that the City retain an independent consultant to evaluate the increased value to the developer of any proposed development agreement, vacation of right of way, or any other sale or conveyance of City property. The consultant's study should serve as a basis to evaluate the value of the transaction for determining the appropriate amount of public benefit to be provided by the developer in the form of a contribution to the City's funds available for capital improvements and/or in the form of other defined intangible benefits expected from the proposed project. The fee for the independent consultant shall be paid by the applicant prior to commencement of the analysis. Fire Department: The following was reviewed and discussed: • Moving location of Stations #1 and #3 • Fire Department 5 year plan • Overtime during Special Events • Position count • Performance Plan Highlights • Response Time • Fire boat usage Fleet Department: The following was discussed: • Vehicle Replacement Study by Matrix Consulting Group • Terminal Island Project • Parking Garage Space for Equipment Storage • Charge of Vehicle Maintenance and Repairs Service to other Municipalities • Transition to Hybrid vehicle for the Police Department John Woodruff, Chief Financial Officer gave a brief overview on the Commission Budget Workshop that took place on May 21, 2019. Page 6 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT Public Works Department: The following was discussed: • Infrastructure needs • Renewal and Replacement • Jacobs Integrated Master Plan • Sanitation Division Zero Base Budgeting • Pump Station 5 year plan • Indian Creek update Parks and Recreation Department: The following was discussed: • Beach Concessions • Golf Course Management Agreement • Tennis Center • Youth Programs Information Technology Department: The following was discussed: • Cyber Security Study • Telephone System Upgrade • CSS system update Preparation for Finance and Citywide Projects Committee 1st Budget Meeting: The following was discussed: • FY 2020 preliminary budget • FY 2020 Property values • Millege Rate • Resiliency ULI Recommendation • Capital Improvement Fund • Recommended Projects ----- ---------___ .�_.�.. Page 7 1 BOARDS AND COMMITTEES BI-ANNUAL REPORT FORM-PAGE 1 OF 3 BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:Committee for Quality Education Committee CHAIRPERSON: Tiva Leser CITY LIAISON: Dr. Leslie Rosenfeld NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD SINCE Jan. 2019-June 2019: 10 ACTIVITIES: The Committee for Quality Education was established in 1999 to guide the city's efforts toward providing the best education possible in Miami Beach public schools. The Committee investigated, developed, and carried out plans to promote and ensure the provision of quality education in Miami Beach public schools, in the areas of Communication, Health and Well-Being, Safety/Traffic, Student Achievement, Parental Involvement/ Family Support / Youth and Community Engagement, Technology and Teacher Recruitment/ Retention. 1. The Committee is continuing to work on evaluating safety for our students in our schools by working with MDCPS in terms of the number of security officers per schools. 2. September Commission Meeting items: e-cigarette discussed with Youth Commission motion shared to provide an e-cigarette buy back for youth to discourage youth usage. 3. Computer lab count (inventory of computer labs for testing, tutor $ information, GEO bond items below line status information provided. Will request additional information as follows: What is the classroom/cart count by image for students at beach schools, what are the specs for new high schools re computer/student ratios for testing from 2,000-2,500 youth 4. Made motion: The Miami Beach Committee for Quality Education requests the Miami Beach Commission to restrict any establishments that sell tobacco and smoke products and/ or paraphernalia and accessories to be located more than 300 feet from schools and that 415t street be designated a prohibition zone with no waiver/variance provisions. 5. Medical Marijuana shops discussed at Feb. Commission meeting motion 2 1,200 foot distance and smoke shop on 41St street land use meeting April 2019 discussed and motions passed: 6. Beach High Field Commission contribution update from January meeting status discussed with city contributing $250,000, MDCPS $250,000, and NFL $250,000. Additional $100,000 for match as well- Field will be finished before Super Bowl. 7. Educational Enhancement task force meeting dates to discuss Convention Center Hotel rent contribution to Educational Enhancements (Unfunded Educational Enhancement list 8. 41st Street crosswalk letter to FDOT status discussed. Still trying to get a cross walk in front of Starbucks and Burger King so kids wont get hit by a car while crossing the street. ACCOMPLISHMENTS: The Committee for Quality of Education passed a motion to request the Mayor and Commission support the immediate implementation of the University of Miami Bike Safe Program in Miami Beach feeder pattern public schools. Resolution No. 2016-29562 A Resolution of the Mayor and City Commission of the City of Miami Beach, Florida, supporting the immediate implementation of the University of Miami Bikesafe Program in Miami Beach Feeder Pattern Public Schools. The Committee for Quality of Education request the Miami Beach Mayor and Commission support Miami-Dade County Public Schools in their effort to have the principals of each Miami Beach feeder pattern school notify parents, in conjunction with their Parent Teacher Student Association (PTSA), to update primary contact phone numbers in order to receive emergency messages via text in a timely manner. Furthermore, to bifurcate emergency information versus social updates. 3 FUTURE ACTIVIES: Continue to bring forth key issues to help guide the City's efforts toward providing the best education possible in Miami Beach public schools Continue to provide insight and recommendations for the new Enhanced Collaboration between Miami-Dade County Public Schools and the City of Miami Beach. Continue to monitor the effectiveness of the Dual Enrollment and Extended Foreign Language programs in the City of Miami Beach public schools. Continue to bring forth key issues and review the new Enhancement to help guide the City's efforts toward providing the best education possible in Miami Beach public schools BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: Committee on the Homeless CHAIRPERSON: Valerie Navarrete CITY LIAISON: Maria Ruiz NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD: 06 ACTIVITY: The committee is studying the possibility of collecting donations thru parking meters with the City. Victoria Mallette, Executive Director of Miami-Dade County Homeless Trust made a presentation about their services for the Homeless, as well as their preventive program to avoid Homelessness. The Committee requested the 30 days waiting period to receive shelter to be dismissed. Constance Collins, Dir. Lotus House, presented about benefits of the 1% tax. Allocate AirBnB fines to benefit the Homeless. Get part of the 2% Resort Tax to benefit the Homeless. Get developers to contribute with a fee to benefit the Homeless. C:\Users\Clerdagc\Appdata\Local\Microsoft\Windows\Temporary Internet Files\Content.Outlook\8Z6WTKBT\BC Bi- Annual Report 2019 A.Docx Page 1 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT MIAMIBEACH FUTURE ACTIVITIES: Follow up on "Developers Public Benefit Fee" and parking donations. Acquire more treatment beds as per Police request Expand pilot program: Peddler's Program MIAMIBEACH ACCOMPLISHMENTS: AirBnB fines were allocated to benefit the Homeless. Part of 2% Resort Tax was allocated to benefit the Homeless. C:\Users\Clerdagc\Appdata\Local\Microsoft\Windows\Temporary Internet Files\Content.Outlook\8Z6WTKBT\BC Bi- Annual Report 2019 A.Docx Page 2 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: Convention Center Advisory Board CHAIRPERSON: Larry Herrup CITY LIAISON: Heather Shaw NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD: 17 ACTIVITY: January 8, 2019 Meeting • Approved CCAB Minutes from December 11,2018 meeting. • Michael G. made a motion to abstain any action from 5000 Role Model of Excellence request as it did not fulfill the requirements of a rent waiver application per our procedures. As established in the November 8th, 2018 City Manager's letter to commission. Second by Lior. All in favor, motion passes. • Peter made a motion to move the meeting dates to the first Tuesday of the month. Michael G. second. All in favor, motion passes. February 5, 2019 Meeting • Approved CCAB Minutes from January 8, 2019 meeting. • Matt Kenny is introduced to the CCAB. Matt Kenny is the new Director of Tourism & Culture for the City of Miami Beach. • The CCAB members took a tour of the Miami Beach Convention Center. Toured areas: • Grand (West) Lobby • Headed up to the second level and headed north • Briefly discussed the Grand Ballroom Pre-function Space • Visited the Grand Ballroom • Centerplate kitchen • Terrace just outside of the Grand Ballroom • East side to view two meeting rooms • Walked by the south side of the venue and up the exit stairwell • Sunset Ballroom • Concluded tour in Grand Lobby • Social Media update presentation by Spectra Marketing Manager, Sabrina Anico. C:\Users\Clerdagc\Appdata\Local\Microsoft\Windows\Temporary Internet Files\Content.Outlook\8Z6WTKBT\BC Bi- Annual Report 2019.Docx Page 1 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT March 5, 2019 Meeting • Approved CCAB Minutes from February 5, 2019 meeting with one change reflected. • MBCC used the porte-cochere located on the northeast corner of the building for the first time for the Baptist Health Foundation Gala. • Former CCAB member, Andres Asion, was appointed to the Board of Adjustment. • An overview of the Communications and Marketing activities was provided by Spectra's Marketing Manager. • The Franz Ackermann painting located on the southeast side of the Convention Center was completed. • Peter made a motion to the committee recommending the Board waive the option to review and preapprove rental waiver applications but, at a minimum, be presented the waivers for review, post City Commission approval, on a quarterly basis. Elizabeth second. All in favor April 2, 2019 Meeting • Approved CCAB Minutes from March 5,2019 meeting. • Spectra and GMCVB reviewed sales updates and new prospects. • Spectra reviewed March Events. • Special meeting to be held in April to discuss marketing strategies. April 30, 2019 Special Meeting • This meeting was requested by Commissioner Mickey Steinberg. The March City Commission meeting referred to the CCAB members to review the MBCC marketing strategies/programs and plans from the GMCVB and Spectra teams. • Introduced Brandi Sally Director of Events and Guest Services for Spectra to the CCAB. • GMCVB and Spectra presented marketing strategies and advertisement for the MBCC. May 07, 2019 Meeting • Approved CCAB Minutes from April 2, 2019 meeting. • Sales update by GMCVB and Spectra • MBCC construction update by CMB member Matt Kenny • Park construction began in the P-lot on Thursday, May 2nd, should be completed in October. C:\Users\Clerdagc\Appdata\Local\Microsoft\Windows\Temporary Internet Files\Content.Outlook\8Z6WTKBT\BC Bi- Annual Report 2019.Docx Page 2 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT June 04, 2019 Meeting • Approved CCAB Minutes from May 07,2019 meeting • Spectra presented customer survey reviews • Spectra overview on June and July events • FF&E updates from Spectra and Centerplate • GMCVB sales update and new prospects • CMB Carl Fisher Clubhouse update and Centerplate presentation on what they foresee for the space. FUTURE ACTIVITIES: • P-lot park to be competed in October. ACCOMPLISHMENTS: • Matt Kenny is the new Director of Tourism & Culture for the City of Miami Beach. • The CCAB members took a tour of the Miami Beach Convention Center • MBCC used the porte-cochere located on the northeast corner of the building for the first time • The Franz Ackermann painting located on the southeast side of the Convention Center was completed. • Special meeting was held in April to discuss Spectra and GMCVB marketing strategies C \Users\Clerdagc\Appdata\Local\Microsoft\Windows\Temporary Internet Files\Content.Outlook\8Z6WTKBT\BC Bi- Annual Report 2019.Docx Page 3 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT MIAMI BEACH • III tI V ,1 ... 4--, • \. I I C:\Users\Clerdagc\Appdata\Local\Microsoft\Windows\Temporary Internet Files\Content.Outlook\8Z6WTKBT\BC Bi- Annual Report 2019.Docx Page 4 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: Cultural Arts Council (CAC) CHAIRPERSON: Dawn McCall CITY LIAISON: Brandi Reddick NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD: 6 ACTIVITY: The Cultural Arts Council (CAC), which distributes $850,000 through an estimated 15 anchor grants and 35 cultural activity grants each season. This division also serves as the primary liaison to the City's fifteen anchor cultural institutions, includingThe Bass, The Wolfsonian, Miami New Drama at the Colony Theater, and New World Symphony, among others. FY 18/19 and 19/20 Cultural Arts Council Grants Program - Issue grant contracts for FY 18/19 Cultural Anchors and Junior Anchors (44). - Prepare grant guidelines for FY 19/20 grant programs to Cultural Presenters. Deadline for grant project applications- February 22, 2019 - Reviewed and scored cultural grant applicants for FY 19/20 (April-June) - Monitored contracts for FY 18/19 grants recipients (48) - Processed first half grant payments FY 18/19 - Monitored performance of contracted grantees - Continue to refine new online grants system GoSmart. Arts Education Programs Continue to work with Arts for Learning/Miami to provide arts education programming for Miami Beach. On an annual basis, this program serves over 1,000 children and youth in our community with after school arts educations programs. - During FY 18/19, Arts for Learning/Miami, Inc. will provide 35 after-school courses across six Miami Beach locations including Biscayne Elementary School, Flamingo Park, Feinberg Fisher K-8, North Beach Elementary, Scott Rakow Youth Center and South Pointe Elementary School. Marketing and Promotions - Continued to promote Miami Beach cultural events through weekly updates on website and accompanying advertising campaign, e-blast and text alert program. Launched an updated, more integrated Culture Calendar on the www.mbartsandculture.org website. Community Benefit Waiver Fund Requests C:\Users\Clerdagc\Appdata\Local\Microsoft\Windows\Temporary Internet Files\Content.Outlook\8Z6WTKBT\CAC Bi- Annual Report Jan-June 2019.Docx Page 1 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT - The CAC reviewed and recommended the Community Benefit Fund Fee Waivers and SoundScape waiver requests from January—June 2019. The CAC is responsible for the oversight of the following: Community Benefit Fund Fee Waivers for the Fillmore Miami Beach (12) All Artistic Disciplines The Cultural Arts Council may issue up to 12 rental waivers per calendar year to qualified non-profit organizations for use of the Fillmore Miami Beach at the Jackie Gleason Theater. Community Benefit Fund Fee Waivers for Theater at the Fillmore Miami Beach (12) Theater Only Community Benefit Fund Fee Waivers specifically for live theater at the Fillmore Miami Beach. The Cultural Arts Council may issue up to 12 rental waivers per calendar year to qualified non-profit organizations for use of the Fillmore Miami Beach at the Jackie Gleason Theater. Community Benefit Fund Fee Waivers for Theater at the Colony Theater (12) Theater Only Community Benefit Fund Fee Waivers specifically for live theater at the Colony. The Cultural Arts Council may issue up to 12 rental waivers per calendar year to qualified non-profit organizations for use of the Colony Theater. Rent Waiver Program for Soundscape Wall (10) The Cultural Arts Council may issue up to 10 grants annually for the use of the Soundscape projection wall and sound system to qualified non-profit organizations. (Restrictions Apply). Soundscape Wall Cinema Series The Cultural Arts Council worked collaboratively with New World Symphony and the Jewish Film Festival to curate the 2018-19 Soundscape Wall Cinema Series. This program provides free movies at Soundscape Park each Wednesday, beginning October 2018 through May 2019. Management Agreements Cultural Affairs oversees the management agreements with both The Bass, and the Miami New Drama, working closely to ensure financial and lease agreement obligations are met. Miami New Drama at the Colony Theatre • For the third consecutive year, Miami New Drama (MND) was awarded a grant of $150,000 from the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation to commission a new work based on Edwidge Danticat's Create Dangerously, directed by Lileana Blain-Cruz. The project is set to premiere in 2020-21 Season. The $150,000 award was the largest grant awarded through the Knight New Work Miami initiative. Additionally, the Knight Foundation awarded Miami New Drama a Capacity Building grant of $750,000 over the next five years. Miami New Drama also secured a $50,000 award from the Jorge M. Perez Family Foundation at the Miami Foundation to support its education initiative to tour a play to public high schools around the County. • In three years, MND has produced strong artistic product including numerous world premieres, and C:\Users\Clerdagc\Appdata\Local\Microsoft\Windows\Temporary Internet Files\Content.Outlook\8Z6WTKBT\CAC Bi- Annual Report Jan-June 2019.Docx Page 2 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT in the 2018 fiscal year continues to attract and retain notable events and exposure including hosting the South Beach Jazz Festival, Miami International Piano Festival, Dance Now Miami, Miami Children's Choir, Florida Grand Opera and the Miami Light Project. • Under the management of Miami New Drama, The Colony Theatre hosted 35,892 attendees during 2018 and presented 199 performances. Bass Museum • Organized and presented 4 major exhibitions: Paola Pivi: Art with a View and Aaron Curry: Tune Yer Head (October 2018) and Haas Brothers, Ferngully and Call and Response/recent acquisitions (December 2018), each supplemented by related education and public programs. • Originated and presented Curator Culture series: Questlove and Pedro Reyes; Kimberley Drew and Charles Blow and confirmed upcoming talks with speakers Sheila Hicks, Pepon Osorio, Edwidge Dandicat, Mikalene Thomas, and Thelma Golden, among others. • Together with Mayor's office, conceived of and originated STEAM PLUS, a city-wide in school program in collaboration with six Miami Beach arts organizations: Miami City Ballet, New World Symphony, Wolfsonian, Jewish Museum, and others. • Awarded $1.25m grant from Knight Foundation, over five years for new arts commissions FUTURE ACTIVITIES: FY 19/20 Cultural Arts Council Grants Program - Monitor performance of contracted grantees - Recommend grant funding for FY 19/20 grant applicants, to be presented in July 2019 - Processed first half grant payments FY 18/19 and final reports for FY 17/18 grants recipients Collins Park Rotunda With funding provided by the Cultural Arts Council Endowment, the Cultural Arts Council was given use of the Rotunda located in Collins Park. It is envisioned the Rotunda will be transformed into an artist designed performing arts center which will host lectures, films, dance, theater and artistic performances. Architect Freda Escobeda has been selected to design the project. Staff continues to work with Capital Improvement Projects to implement the project. MC Harry and Associates has been engaged by CIP as the architect of record and is working to complete construction documents. 2019-2020 Soundscape Wall Cinema Series C:\Users\Clerdagc\Appdata\Local\Microsoft\Windows\Temporary Internet Files\Content.Outlook\8Z6WTKBT\CAC Bi- Annual Report Jan-June 2019.Docx Page 3 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT - The Cultural Arts Council continues to work collaboratively with New World Symphony to curate the Soundscape Wall Cinema Series. This program provides free movies at Soundscape Park each Wednesday, beginning October 2019 through May 2020. Launch of Cultural Tourism Grant Program with Miami Beach VCA (FY 19/20) Cultural Arts Council is collaborating The Miami Beach Visitor and Convention Authority (MBVCA) to launch a Cultural Tourism Grants Program in FY 2019/2020. The objective of the program is to provide funding for activities, events with yearlong cultural tourism promotion and programming that supports and advances the missions of the MBVCA and the Cultural Arts Council. The joint grant will be launched in FY 2019/2020. At that time, funding for the Cultural Tourism Grants will be determined by a combined panel of MBVCA and Cultural Arts Council members. Funding will be provided jointly. ACCOMPLISHMENTS: Provided year-round arts programming for residents and visitors (January-June 2019) - Nonprofit recipients of cultural grants administered by the CAC provide year-round arts programming for Miami Beach residents and visitors, including music concerts, dance performances, theater, opera, spoken word, film screenings, art exhibitions, architectural tours, lectures, workshops and classes. Many of these events are free and open to the public. Highlights of Arts in the Parks Programming - Miami Symphony Orchestra at Bass Museum/Colling,Park- Sunday, January 27, 2019 at 4PM "Symphony in the Park" - In collaboration with the Rhythm Foundation, Magic City Opera and Florida Grand Opera at North Beach Bandshell, a series of four opera performances, including Into the Woods, Opera Carnival, FGO at the Bandshell and Opera in the Park. - European Consulate Film Series, in collaboration with FIU Green School of International and Public Affairs, each Thursday in April 2019, SoundScape Park. C:\Users\Clerdagc\Appdata\Local\Microsoft\Windows\Temporary Internet Files\Content.Outlook\8Z6WTKBT\CAC Bi- Annual Report Jan-June 2019.Docx Page 4 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT Culture Crawl Launched in March 2019, Culture Crawl is a monthly event, taking place on the last Wednesday of each month, October-May. Culture Crawl offers complimentary admission to some of the nation's most prestigious institutions, with unique and varied programming that changes each month. The Tourism and Culture department works directly with each cultural institution to help produce specific programming, including open studios and galleries, outdoor films, live music, exclusive tours, night gardens, and free trolley service throughout South Beach. It is the intent to grow this program through additional funding, which will allow us to reach into Mid and North Beach. MIAMI BEACH C:\Users\Clerdagc\Appdata\Local\Microsoft\Windows\Temporary Internet Files\Content.Outlook\8Z6WTKBT\CAC Bi- Annual Report Jan-June 2019.Docx Page 5 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANUAL REPORT FORM -DRB BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: DESIGN REVIEW BOARD CHAIRPERSON: JAMES BODNAR CITY LIAISON: JAMES MURPHY DATE OF REPORT: JAN 2019-JUN 2019 NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD DURING THIS REPORTING PERIOD: 6 MEETING AGENDA DATE ITEMS APPROVED DENIED DISCUSSED CONTINUED WITHDRAWN NO ACTION MOVED JAN 13 7 1 4 1 FEB 1 1 6 1 4 MAR 9 5 1 3 APR 6 4 2 MAY 17 4 13 JUN 18 I1 7 Totals 74 37 3 33 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. F:\PLAN\$DRB\BI-ANNUAL REPORTS &QUARTELY ATTEND BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: Disability Access Committee CHAIRPERSON: Eddie Sierra CITY LIAISON: Valeria Mejia NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD: 6 ACTIVITY: Advisory Board to the Commission and Administration on disability-related matters • DAC has actively engage and discussed multiple issues related to disability and disability accommodations, and how best to use funds to appropriately comply with ADA guidelines and accessibility within our municipality. • On-going discussion to expand beach access with MDC parking funds. • Motion and implementation of AIRA — wayfinding pilot for the blind and visually-impaired, also discussions engaging the BASS Art Museum and other art facilities in Miami Beach. • Mount Sinai Medical Center Accessibility Improvements and customer service. • Discussion with law enforcement on interactions with individuals with disabilities. • On-Going discussion with IT and Convention Center and Park • Guest speakers to discuss agencies that provide services to families of children with developmental disabilities. • On-going discussion on Trolley access, improvements and new vehicles. • DAC assisted in the South Beach Jazz Festival as a disability awareness event. Actively engaging the community and musicians on the importance of this event to showcase the talents of disabled musicians. AIAA11RFAru C:\Users\Clerdagc\Appdata\Local\Microsoft\Windows\Temporary Internet Files\Content.Outlook\8Z6WTKBT\DAC Bi- Annual Report June 2019.Docx Page 1 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT FUTURE ACTIVITIES: • On-going discussion on Convention Center & Park and access for the blind and disabled • On-going discussion with first responders on how to interact with individuals with disabilities. • On-going discussion on Trolley access and new vehicles. • On-going collaboration with other community organizations that provide services for individuals with disabilities. • On-going appearances and presence within Commission meetings to advocate on behalf of the disabled community. • Engage and collaborate with other Committees to further advance the needs of the disabled. MIAMIBEACHI C:\Users\Clerdagc\Appdata\Local\Microsoft\Windows\Temporary Internet Files\ContclILL/Lail/UN\VLvvv I U\L.)I loin" Annual Report June 2019.Docx Page 2 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT ACCOMPLISHMENTS: • Continued on-going efforts on Convention Center & Park. • Ongoing efforts on AIRA as it launches and its implemented • Chair — DAC chair Eddie Sierra has now been appointed to Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners — Committee on Disability Issues (CODI) • The Design Review Board now has a DAC representative as advisory member • DAC continues to make positive strides to ensure a more compliant and accessible municipality. MIAMI BEACH C:\Users\Clerdagc\Appdata\Local\Microsoft\Windows\Temporary Internet Files\Content.Outlook\8Z6WTKBT\DAC Bi- Annual Report June 2019.Docx Page 3 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: G.O. Bond Oversight Committee CHAIRPERSON: Karen Rivo CITY LIAISON: Maria Hernandez NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD: 7 ACTIVITY: The G.O. Bond Oversight Committee was appointed by the Mayor and ratified by the City Commission on January 16, 2019. Implementation Plan Four (4) meetings took place between January 31 and February 28, 2019 where the G.O. Bond Oversight Committee met with the city staff "Working Group", appointed by the City Manager, and the owner departments of the 57 G.O. Bond projects to evaluate and create the prioritization, or "Implementation Plan" for the projects over the life of the G.O. Bond program. The final prioritization list was approved by the Oversight Committee at the February 28th meeting for recommendation to the City Commission. Commission Approval and Funding At the March 4, 2019 G.O. Bond workshop, the City Commission reviewed the proposed G.O. Bond Implementation Plan, which outlined the sequencing of the 57 approved projects. At the March 13, 2019 Commission Meeting, the City Commission approved the G.O. Bond execution plan for the first tranche of funding and authorized the issuance of the General Obligation Bonds for funding of the 38 projects in tranche 1 . At the April 10, 2019 Commission meeting, the City Commission approved the funding of the remaining amounts needed for the tranche 1 projects. Oversight Committee Meetings After approval of the Implementation Plan and funding for the projects, the G.O. Bond Oversight Committee has met monthly on April 18, May 16, and June 18 with city staff who has provided updates on the status of 28 of the 38 projects in Tranche 1 . MIAMI BEACH F:\Cmgr\$ALL\GO Bond Program\Commission\Reports\2019_June_Bi-Annual Report\Bi-Annual Report_June 2019_GO Bond Committee.Docx Page 1 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT FUTURE ACTIVITIES: The G.O. Bond Oversight Committee will continue to meet on a monthly basis for the remainder of the year except for August due to recess. The scheduled meeting dates are: 7/18; 9/19; 10/17; 11/14, and 12/19. Staff will continue to provide updates to the Committee for all of the projects in Tranche 1 and particularly the 21 projects which were designated as "Quick Wins" scheduled to be completed by mid-2020. The Committee will continue to review the monthly status and provide input on the timely progress, overall goals, costs, including financial efficiencies, and the timely completion of the projects in the program. The Committee will also continue to receive input from the public at every meeting and attend neighborhood HOA meetings as requested and/or required. MIAMI BEACH F:\Cmgr\$ALL\GO Bond Program\Commission\Reports\2019_June_Bi-Annual Report\Bi-Annual Report_June 2019_GO Bond Committee.Docx Page 2 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT ACCOMPLISHMENTS: • Approved the project prioritization criterion. • Recommended a program implementation plan to the City Commission. • Received implementation plan approval from the City Commission. • Recommended a list of"Quick Win" projects to the City Commission. • Prioritized other Tranche 1 projects for recommendation. • Had representation at the first GO Bond Groundbreaking Ceremony on May 10. MIAMI BEACH F:\Cmgr\$ALL\GO Bond Program\Commission\Reports\2019_June_Bi-Annual Report\Bi-Annual Report_June 2019_GO Bond Committee.Docx Page 3 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT 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 was an organization finalist for the Florida Blue Foundation's 2019 Sapphire Award which recognizes excellence and innovation in Community Health. The Sapphire Awards "honor outstanding individuals, programs and organizations, whose effectiveness and services are distinguished by exemplary leadership, innovation in service delivery and demonstrated successes in community health." o They were also presented with a $40,000 award for being the first runner-up. • In the September 2017 meeting, the Committee set forth a motion to support the City's initiative of putting together a Community Health Fair for 2019. The Committee has been updated at every meeting this year on the current developments. o A date for the Community Health Fair was finally set for September 4, 2019. It will be held in the newly renovated Miami Beach Convention Center and will be open to both residents and employees. o Both MBCHC and MSMC will participate and offer their resources for the Health Fair. This will educate the public on what resources they have available in their community that they may be unaware of. o Committee members, Dr. Zaiac (Dermatology) and Daniel Nobel (Pharmacy), also volunteered additional resources for the Health Fair. Some of those include health and skin screenings as well as educational information. C:\Users\Clerdagc\Appdata\Local\Microsoft\Windows\Temporary Internet Files\Content.Outlook\8Z6WTKBT\2019 BC Bi-Annual ReportDocx Page 1 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT MIAMI BEACH FUTURE ACTIVITIES: The Committee and the Human Resources Department of the City of Miami Beach will continue to work hand in hand for the Health Fair scheduled to take place in September 2019. MIAMI BEACH C:\Users\Clerdagc\Appdata\Local\Microsoft\Windows\Temporary Internet Files\Content.Outlook\8Z6WTKBT\2019 BC Bi-Annual Report.Docx Page 2 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: Health Facilities Authority Board CHAIRPERSON: Arthur Unger CITY LIAISON: Allison Williams NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD: 2 ACTIVITY: The Board held a conference call on March 7, 2019 to discuss the provisions regarding the use of the HFA funds to comprehend the Board's legal capability to award funds for the improvement of Human Health Services in the City of Miami Beach. The Board met again on June 20, 2019, and discussed the options provided by City staff to award funds; the Board agreed to issue a bid to award funds via the City's Grants application process. MIAMI BEACH F-.\FINA\$FINANCE\Health Facilities Authority\Health Facilities Authority Board Bi-Annual Report June 2019.docx BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT FUTURE ACTIVITIES: The Board seeks to award HFA funds to a non-profit Human Health Services Organization. MIAMI BEACH F:\FINA$FINANCE\Health Facilites Authority\Health Facilites Authority Board Bi-Annual Report June 2019.docn BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT ACCOMPLISHMENTS: The Health Facilities Authority Board unanimously voted on June 20th 2019 to donate HFA funds to the City of Miami Beach, to award via the City's Grants application, and a selection process; to be awarded to a non-profit Human Health Services Organization that provides services within the geographical boundaries of the City of Miami Beach. Amount to be awarded, recommendations, and selection process to be determined during the next board meeting. MIAMI BEACH F\FINA\SFINANCEIHealth Facilities Authority\Health Facilites Authority Board EhAnnualReport June 2019.docu BOARDS AND COMMITTEES BI-ANNUAL REPORT FROM - Page 1 of 1 (plus attachments) JANUARY 2019 — JUNE 2019 BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: HISPANIC AFFAIRS COMMITTEE CHAIRPERSON: GABRIEL PAEZ (Feb. 2019 — June 2019) ALEX FERNANDEZ (January 2019) CITY LIAISON: LEONOR HERNANDEZ NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD: 7 ACTIVITIES: Jose Marti Event — Collins Park January 28, 2019 (Speakers, Music, Wreath Laying Ceremony, Poem) Event was well attended. Event was very successful and continues to improve from previous year. FUTURE ACTIVITIES: July 22, 2019 (10am — 12 pm) Simon Bolivar y Las Americas Day Event Collins Park September 15 — October 15, 2019 Hispanic Heritage Month Activities: VIP Honorees Reception and Hispanic Heritage Awards Ceremony, Hispanic Heritage Festival and Concert ACCOMPLISHMENTS: Continued 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. Recommended to City Administration and City Commission to organize a yearly festivity in coordination with the Hispanic Affairs Committee in celebration of the birthday of Simon Bolivar during a ceremony on or about July 24 and yearly thereafter at the monument of Simon Bolivar in Collins Park, Miami Beach. (Approved-this year's event is scheduled for July 22, 2019, 10 a.m.) Recommended to City Administration and City Commission to produce and record two historical archives segments for a MTV77 Segment to be aired in MTV77during Hispanic Heritage Month 2019 and yearly thereafter. MIAMI BEACH OFFICE OF THE CITY MANAGER NO. LTC# LETTER TO COMMISSION TO: Mayor Dan Gelber & Members of the City Commission FROM: Jimmy L. Morales, City Manager DATE: January 31, 2019 SUBJECT: Hispanic Affairs Committee The Purpose of this Letter to the Commission (LTC) is to inform the Commission of several Motions passed by the Hispanic Affairs Committee at their January 30, 2019 special meeting. Members Present: Alex Fernandez, Grace Calvani, Rosary Plana Falero, Jonathan Barrio By Phone: Gabriel Paez Members Absent: Francis Trullenque, Angela Diaz Chairman Fernandez requested that Leonor Hernandez step off the room. The Committee discussed the support provided by City Liaisons assigned to the numerous committees. It was acknowledged that City Liaisons assume a significant workload in addition to the responsibilities of their job with City with no additional compensation. The Committee discussed the professional work of liaison such as those assigned to the LGBT Advisory Committee, the Quality in Education Committee, and the Commission for Women as an example of the work of City Liaison in general. Motion 1: Recognizing the hard work of the professional public servants in the City of Miami Beach who have been appointed to serve as City Liaisons to committees through which residents engage with the City: • The Hispanic Affairs Committee, in its advisory capacity, recommends that the City Administration consider an additional compensation to City Employees who serve in the capacity of City Liaison to committees. • It is further recommended that the City Administration consider the work performed by City Liaisons as part of their assigned duties and responsibilities and be considered as part of their annual evaluations. Motion Moved by: Ms. Grace Calvani Motion Seconded by: Mr. Jonathan Barrio Motion unanimously approved. Leonor Hernandez was called back into the meeting. The Committee discussed the actions taken by the Neighborhoods and Community Affairs Committee of Monday, January 28, 2019. Motion 2: A motion of the Hispanic Affairs Committee supporting the recommendation of the Neighborhoods and Community Affairs Committee dedicating the dog park within the Bayshore Community Park as the Exposito Dog Park in honor of former Commissioner Jorge Exposito. Further, the Hispanic Affairs Committee thanks the Neighborhoods and Community Affairs Committee and all members of the City Commission present at the meeting for supporting the recommendation of the Hispanic Affairs Committee to designate an interior portion of the Bayshore Community Park in honor of former Commissioner Jorge Exposito. Motion Moved by: Mr. Jonathan Barrio Motion Seconded by: Ms. Rosary Plana Falero Motion unanimously approved. Motion 3: Acknowledging the success of the January 28, 2019 event honoring Jose Marti, the Hispanic Affairs Committee recognized the Parks & Recreations Department, the Communications Department, the Miami Beach Police Department, the Mayor & City Commission, the City Manager, Chief of Staff Marcia Monserrat, City Liaison Leonor Hernandez, and Commissioner Gongora's Aide Diana Fontani for their contributions towards a successful event. Moved by: Ms. Grace Calvani Seconded by: Ms. Rosary Plana Falero Motion unanimously approved. Motion 4: Recognizing the importance of effectively communicating with a diverse audience, the Hispanic Affairs Committee urges the City Commission to adopt policy requiring that any press release and media advisory sent by the City and by its public safety departments be disseminated in English and in Spanish. Moved by: Ms. Rosary Plana Falero Seconded by: Mr. Jonathan Barrios Motion unanimously approved. Motion 5: A motion of the Hispanic Affairs Committee adopting as continued priorities of the Committee those initiatives advanced by outgoing Chairman Alex Fernandez from 2014-2019 as further detailed in the attached document and urging the City Commission to adopt those policies included within that have not yet been adopted. Discussion: Vice Chair Gabriel Paez thanked Chairman Fernandez for advancing recommendations of such importance and relevance to the City of Miami Beach. Ms. Rosary Falero stated that over the past year it has been a great learning experience in City government serving alongside Chairman Fernandez. Ms. Calvani stated that the work advanced during the tenure of Chairman Fernandez was impressive. Moved by: Ms. Grace Calvani Seconded by: Mr. Jonathan Barrio Motion unanimously approved. Chairman Fernandez passed the gavel to Ms. Grace Calvani for Motions 6 and 7: Motion 6: A motion of the Hispanic Affairs Committee proffered by Chairman Fernandez thanking City Manager Jimmy Morales, City Attorney Raul Aguila, City Clerk Rafael Granado, and their respective staff, for the support and guidance provided to the Committee during his tenure of service as a member and as chair of the Hispanic Affairs Committee. Discussion: Mr. Jonathan Barrio expressed appreciation for the opportunity to serve on the Hispanic Affairs Committee alongside great colleagues. Mr. Barrio thanked Chairman Fernandez for mentoring and guiding the committee. Mr. Barrio informed the committee that he looks forward to continue serving the community as a member of the LGBTQ Advisory Committee. Moved by: Chairman Alex Fernandez Seconded by: Mr. Jonathan Barrio Motion unanimously approved. Motion 7: A motion of the Hispanic Affairs Committee expressing great appreciation to Miami-Dade County Commissioner Rebeca Sosa for the flexibility and support extended to Chairman Alex Fernandez over his years of service, which has contributed to the success of the Committee in advancing the public good. Discussion: Ms. Grace Calvani stated that Commissioner Sosa is a woman who she admires for her ethics and dedication to public service. Ms. Rosary Falero echoed the statements made by Ms. Calvani. Ms. Falero requested to second the motion as she conducts business in the district which Commissioner Sosa represents. Chairman Fernandez stated for the record that prior to proffering this motion, an opinion was obtained from City Attorney Raul Aguila, who did not have any legal objection. The Committee requested that the City Administration transmit a copy of Motion 7 to Commissioner Rebeca Sosa. Moved by: Chairman Alex Fernandez Seconded by: Ms. Rosary Plana Falero Motion unanimously approved. cc: Marcia Monserrat, Chief of Staff Members of the Hispanic Affairs Committee JLM:LH That Miami Beach is an integral part of Greater Miami and a microcosm of Latin America represented by its vast Latin American community, including Venezuelans. That Miami Beach is a city that bridges and links to a vast diversity and defends and supports human rights; that the people of Miami Beach recognize the pain and suffering of our Latin counterparts in Venezuela and with our voice, we can carry a strong message of support. Motion made by Grace Calvani Motion seconded by Francis Trullenque Motion unanimously approved by all members cc: Marcia Monserrat, Chief of Staff Members of the Hispanic Affairs Committee JLM:LH MIAMI BEACH OFFICE OF THE CITY MANAGER NO. LTC# LETTER TO COMMISSION TO: Mayor Dan Gelber & Members of the City Commission FROM: Jimmy L. Morales, City Manager DATE: March 8, 2019 SUBJECT Hispanic Affairs Committee The Purpose of this Letter to the Commission (LTC) is to inform the Commission of a Motion passed by the Hispanic Affairs Committee at their March 7, 2019 meeting. Members Present: Gabriel Paez, Grace Calvani, Francis Trullenque, Luz Angela Diaz, Rosary Falero Plana, Victor Pulido, Susanita Ferro Motion: Motion urging the City Commission to pass a resolution urging the Congressional Delegation to support TPS (temporary protective status) for the Venezuelan community, and supporting the efforts of Venezuelan Interim President Juan Guaido to bring humanitarian relief to the people of Venezuela and diplomatic efforts to promote democracy in Venezuela against the despotic Maduro regime; To address the widespread struggle of Venezuelans with the oppressive Maduro regime as an action that resonates worldwide — including Miami Beach, so that the people that fight every day in Venezuela know that we hear their clamor for freedom and that we are with them. That this crisis is not just an international affair because Greater Miami and Miami Beach is home to many who have fled from the dictatorships in Cuba, Nicaragua and now, in Venezuela. We make this symbolic declaration of support urging US Congress various federal actions: To grant temporary protected status to Venezuelan nationals in the United States; To impose sanctions on officials and persons acting on behalf of the Venezuelan government whom the US government determines are responsible for, or complicit in the commission of human rights abuses; To express concern and condemnation of the detention of US journalists in Venezuela who gather information, photos, videos and report on how the people of Venezuela are pushed into economic, social, political and humanitarian crisis; MIAMIBEACH OFFICE OF THE CITY MANAGER NO. LTC# LETTER TO COMMISSION TO: Mayor Dan Gelber & Members of the City Commission FROM: Jimmy L. Morales, City Manager DATE: April 5, 2019 SUBJECT: Hispanic Affairs Committee Motions The Purpose of this Letter to the Commission (LTC) is to inform the Commission of two (2) motions passed by the Hispanic Affairs Committee at their April 4, 2019 meeting. Members Present: Gabriel Paez, Grace Calvani, Victor Pulido, Susanita Ferro Rodriguez- Chomat Members Absent: Francis Trullenque, Angela Luz Diaz, Rosary Falero Plana Motion: Motion urging the City Commission to organize a yearly festivity in coordination with the Hispanic Affairs Committee in celebration of the birthday anniversary of Simon Bolivar during a ceremony on or about July 24, 2019 and yearly thereafter at the monument of Simon Bolivar in Collins Park, Miami Beach. Simon Bolivar was born on July 24, 1783, in Caracas, Venezuela and is recognized as the Liberator by people of Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru and Venezuela for liberating these 5 countries from Spanish colonial rule. This ceremony will be the first-ever in Miami Beach at the site of the Simon Bolivar monument at Collins Park at a time when the Hispanic community of Miami Beach joins the people of Venezuela and other countries to commemorate the ideals of freedom, democracy and self-determination, as Bolivar did what George Washington did for us in the United States of America. Motion made by Gabriel Paez after passing the gavel for this item to Grace Calvani Motion seconded by Victor Pulido Motion unanimously approved by all members present Motion: Motion urging the City Commission to direct the City Administration to produce and record two historical archives interview segments for a MBTV 77 Segment to be aired in MBTV 77 during Hispanic Heritage Month 2019 and yearly thereafter and for the first interviewees to be Former Mayor Matti Bower and Former City Manager Jose Garcia- Pedrosa and that Alex Fernandez be the interviewer or host of the segment. Motion made by Victor Pulido Motion seconded by Susanita Ferro Rodriguez-Chomat Motion unanimously approved by all members present cc: Marcia Monserrat, Chief of Staff Members of the Hispanic Affairs Committee JLM:LH Nit 441\ 3 4 "HAPPINESS EXISTS ON ~T EARTH, AND IT IS WON •� rr • ,, ., ...iTHROUGH PRUDENT - r' EXERCISE OF REASON, • �� ',W KNOWLEDGE OF THE 1 HARMONY OF THE UNIVERSE, AND CONSTANTJ�., �� PRACTICE OF GENEROSITY." , , JOSE MARTI ,,• V.) ,, , iV ,N.1 ... iltI 1 rll� i 1 G' ' c� t^~ 1t j ! + ~ 1,11' ` 1,1 , The City of Miami Beach Invites You to CELEBRATE THE BIRTH OF 7 7 JOSE 'WART! JANUARY 28, 2019 • 10AM Collins Park, 21 Street Collins Avenue Light refreshments . RA I AM I BEACH r telege"."-; 7 yr • R t_ ,� ! li` ,yv , 7!' ,-4 ,may, ..:^AbI�`.CJIMr4.'.t. . . -, _ .n.fkr, . 4 R.d '..►:k:,Z'. . .w• , •�c • r The City of Miami Beach Invites You to the Inaugural Celebration of SIMON BOLIVAR _,.. _. Y LAS AMERICAS DAY , t.. E..- ,,.vi.- . 0. . . _ a MONDAY, JULY 22 , 2 019 4 . -c ; • 10 AM - 12 PM V ` Collins Park, 21 Street & Collins Avenue tif (by the Simon Bolivar Monument) r Cafecito/Pastries • 1 OAM • Oil (040177. - , im AI 41,.1 , •- , I igibiPf ,a, w, "Un pueblo que omo !a Libertad, al AA I f�1! V 1 I B EAC H final sera fibre. " - Simon Bolivar • _ • 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: Jan 2019 through Jun 2019 NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD DURING THIS REPORTING PERIOD: 6 MEETING AGENDA DATE ITEMS APPROVED DENIED DISCUSSED CONTINUED WITHDRAWN NO ACTION DEFER RESOLUTION Jan 9 4 1 3 1 Feb 12 10 3 Mar 10 6 1 2 1 Apr 11 6 2 2 1 May 16 12 3 1 Jun 19 13 4 2 Totals 77 51 11 13 2 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. F:\PLAN\SHPB\General\Annual Reports BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: Human Rights Committee CHAIRPERSON: Alan B. Fishman, Esq. CITY LIAISON: Lana Hernandez NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD: As of January 2019 —6 Meetings ACTIVITY: • Updating the Human Rights mandatory signage for the City • Human Rights Discrimination Appeals • LTC - Gender neutral bathrooms—Citywide • LTC - Transgender citizens serving openly in the military • LTC — increasing budget for Human Trafficking safe houses, transportation costs, and code enforcement in order to shut down short term rentals being used for human trafficking. MIAMIBEACH FUTURE ACTIVITIES: • Creating a mandatory training for all hotels and restaurants on the beach regarding human trafficking • Human Trafficking awareness during Superbowl • Continue to provide community outreach/education on Human Rights issues such as human trafficking, LGBT, immigrants (sanctuary cities), homeless, charities. MIAMIBEACH C:\Users\Clerdagc\Appdata\Local\Microsoft\Windows\Temporary Internet Files\Content.Outlook\8Z6WTKBT\Bi-Annual Report January 2019 -June 2019.Docx Page 1 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: LGBTQ ADVISORY COMMITTEE CHAIRPERSON: ROBIN SCHWARTZ CITY LIAISON: MORGAN GOLDBERG NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD: 6 ACTIVITY: • Committee is the voice for the LGBTQ Community. • Provide content for the City's social media in regards to the LGBTQ Community. • Looking into LGBTQ Senior statistics. • Working with the Commission on an LGBTQ monument. • Give feedback and content to the GMCVB to promote LGBTQ community in Miami Beach. F:\FINA\$FINANCE\Administrative Staff\Morgan Goldberg\City Manager's Office\Desktop\LGBT Committee\2019 LGBTQ\BC Bi-Annual Report January 2019-June 2019.Docx Page 1 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT MIAMI BEACH FUTURE ACTIVITIES: • Continue working on the LGBTQ monument to spread diversity in the community. • Work with the City staff to build relationships with LGBTQ leaders in the community. • Continue gaining access to information on LGBTQ seniors and housing for them. F:\FINA\$FINANCE Administrative Staff\Morgan Goldberg\City Manager's Office\Desktop\LGBT Committee\2019 LGBTQ\BC Bi-Annual Report January 2019-June 2019.Docx Page 2 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT ACCOMPLISHMENTS: • Human Rights Discrimination Poster has been revised and recreated to effectively reach the attention of the general public • Several recommendations have been made to the City Commission regarding a voluntary wage program, human trafficking training during Superbowl, and gender neutral bathrooms city wide. MIAMIBEACH C:\Users\Clerdagc\Appdata\Local\Microsoft\Windows\Temporary Internet Files\Content.Outlook\8Z6WTKBT\Bi-Annual Report January 2019 - June 2019.Docx Page 2 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT MIAMI BEACH ACCOMPLISHMENTS: • Committee continues to advise the Mayor and Commission on issues impacting the LGBTQ community including but not limited to suggesting LTCs. • Helped with verbiage and design for the plaque that will be placed near the LGBTQ rainbow crosswalk on Ocean Drive and 12th Street. • Helped bring forward the issue of stoning in order for the City Commission to pass a resolution to condemn the ruling of the Sultan of Brunei's stoning of LGBTQ people and advise Miami Beach residents to avoid vacationing at their hotels. F:\FINA\$FINANCE\Administrative Staff\Morgan Goldberg\City Manager's Office\Desktop\LGBT Committee\2019 LGBTQ\BC Bi-Annual Report January 2019-June 2019.Docx Page 3 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT FORM-PAGE 1 OF 3 BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: Marine & Waterfront Protection Authority CHAIRPERSON:John Lee CITY LIAISON: Rianne Thomas NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD SINCE January 2019, 6 ACTIVITY: 1/08/2019, 2/12/2019, 3/12.2019 Discussion of Police activities on the Beach and Boardwalk with Lieutenant Armatrading & Pfrogner including discussion about boardwalk safety and lighting and possibility of assigning more Police to the Boardwalk. 1/08/2019, 2/12/20019, 04/09/2019, 05/14/2019 and 06/11/2019 Discussion on active environmental projects by Margareta Kruyff& Elizabeth Wheaton. 1/08/2019, 2/12/2019 Discussion to draft a letter to the commission about increased Police and to add lighting (sea turtle friendly) on all water fronting walkways. 1/08/2019, 2/12/2019 Discussion with Aid to Commissioner Areola to have the MWPA support the construction of a mooring field including facilities in Sunset Harbor. 2/12/2019 Discussion with Sgt Sanchez of Marine Patrol about billboard advertisement boat, overnight anchoring enforcement, & increase in boating activities for spring break. 2/12/2019 Discussion with Ben Mostkoff& Ms. Kruyff about storm water run off and alternative solutions. 4/09/2019 Discussion of Police activities on the Beach and Boardwalk with Lieutenant Ozaeta and PD Officer Ozaeta. 04/09/2019 Discussion of seaweed remediation & gates to be added on the entrances to the beach with John Ripple 4/09/2019 Discussion of the Board's inability to cap the number of water-based businesses the City can approve with the Legal Dept, Ms. Faroat Andasheva. 4/09/2019, 5/14/2019 and 06/11/2019 Discussion of the G.O. Bond dredging project with Ms. Kruyff and Ms. Wheaton. 4/09/2019 Discussion to name the future floating dock at Maurice Gibb Park after Captain Dan Kipnis by Mr. Mostkoff. 3/12/2019 Discussion on active environmental projects including DERM water quality testing by Stanley Kolosovsky. 5/14/2019 Discussion of Police activities on the Beach and Boardwalk in all three zones with Lieutenant Armatrading, Captain Robinson, Captain Maldonado, & Captain De La Espriella. 5/14/2019 Discussion with Elizabeth Esteves from Parks Department about the new muscle beach storage container. 5/14/2019 Discussion of Police plan for Memorial Day Weekend with Captain Maldonado. 5/14/2019 Update on proposed mooring field by Chair Person John Lee. 06/11/2019 Discussion of Police activities on the Beach and Boardwalk with Lieutenant Armatrading. 06/11/2019 Discussion with Jeannie Castor from the Finance Department about the total number of businesses operating on the water in the City of Miami Beach. 06/11/2019 Presentation from Rachel Silverstein of the Miami Water Keepers organization and their current activities and to have the City's Environmental Dept share their water testing data with the Miami Water Keepers for their APP. 06/11/2019 Discussion with John Lee about the 2020 City of Miami Beach budget and asking the Commission to fund both a full time Park Ranger at the Maurice Gibb Park and two full time police officers to work the boardwalk. 05/14/2019 & 06/11/2019 Discussion with Sgt Sanchez of Marine Patrol about adding lighting to the Jetty at Government Cut and the new reflective signs that will be installed. 06/11/2019 Discussion with Sgt Sanchez of Marine Patrol about the Air and Sea Show and the plan for next year to have more patrols near Monument Island. 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. Continue to track the progress of the G.O. Bond dredging project ACCOMPLISHMENTS: 01/08/2019 Election of Barbara Herskowitz as Vice Chair. (unanimous approval) 01/08/2019 Election of John Lee as Chair. (unanimous approval) 2/12/2019 Approved Letter to the Commission stating the MWPA supports the creation of a mooring field and associated facilities in Sunset Harbor to accommodate cruising vessels. (One dissent— Ms. Herskowitz) 2/12/2019 Approved Letter to the Commission urging the addition of additional police presence by funding a dedicated Miami Beach Police Patrol Squad consisting of six (6) patrol officers and a Sargent. (One dissent Ms. Waks) 4/09/2019 Recommended for approval of a Business Tax Receipt Miami Bici Bar LLC DBA Kraken Cycle Boats (Three dissents; Dr. Sunshine, Ms. Herskowitz, & Mr. Schwartz) 3/12/2019 Recommended for approval of a Business Tax Receipt, Ocean World Adventures, INC 3/12/2019 Denied recommending for approval of a Business Tax Receipt,Jetski Tours, INC (two refused to vote, Ms. Waks and Ms. Herskowitz) Form provided to abstain officially 06/11/2019 Resolution requesting the Commission to approve funding for 2020 for both a full time Park Ranger at the Maurice Gibb Park and two full time police officers to work the boardwalk. BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: Mayor's 41st Street Committee CHAIRPERSON: Seth Gadinsky CITY LIAISON: Gedel Merzius NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD: 6 ACTIVITY: MIAMIBEArH F:\ULEK\$ALL\t3UAKU AND COMMI I I ILS DA I ABASE\Useful StutfZt3&U tai-Annual KeportDocx Page 1 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT January 10, 2019 Meeting • Approval of Minutes, November 19, 2018 • Maria Ruiz, Housing and Community Services Director and Aida M. Izquierdo, PsyD, LMHC Behavioral Health Administrative Director— Mt. Sinai discussed Solutions to Homeless Public and safety Concerns. Vandana Pathak, Assistance Vice-President of Operations, Mt. Sinai was also in attendance. • Jerri Hertzberg Bassuk made a motion to explore the possibility of reestablishing a sub-station on 41st Street and reaching out to business owners to volunteer the use of their vacant property as a pop-up police department station on 41st Street. Betty Behar seconded. All in favor, motion passed. • Jerri Hertzberg Bassuk made a motion to prioritize improving the lighting on the 41st street corridor, specifically to allocate the 41St Street Quality of Life funds towards lighting the trees on the 41st Street corridor. Betty Behar seconded. All in favor, motion passed. • Jerri Hertzberg Bassuk made a motion to review modifications of the zoning regulations for the 41St Street corridor. Betty Behar seconded. All in favor, motion passed. • Robin Jacobs made a motion to support the City's effort to streamline the temporary pop-up store process. Betty Behar seconded. All in favor, motion passed. February 14, 2019 Meeting • Approval of Minutes, January 10. 2019 • Yechiel Ciment made a motion to recommend that City of Miami Beach staff research best practices on storefront covers in other cities. Jeremy Wachtel seconded. All in favor, motion passed. • Yechiel Ciment made a motion to prioritize the use of the $100,000 Mid-Beach Quality of Life Funds on year-round lighting on the 41st Street corridor and pilot parklet activation. Jeremy Wachtel seconded. All in favor, motion passed. • Yechiel Ciment made a motion to recommend the Synthesis parklet design by Omar Leon, Design and Architecture High School student, for implementation in the 41St Street corridor. • Betty Behar made a motion to temporary retail pop-up stores in vacant storefronts on 41St Street corridor. Yechiel Ciment seconded. All in favor, motion passed. • Yechiel Ciment made a motion to have Jim Morrison & Company present to the 41St Street Committee a revised lighting design package that is consistent throughout the 41St Street corridor. Betty Behar seconded. All in favor, motion passed. • Jerri Herzberg Bassuk made a motion to find sponsorship for the New Tropic to highlight the 41St Street Corridor. Betty Behar seconded. All in favor, motion passed. • Yechiel Ciment made a motion to support the 41st Street Committee Chair Seth Gadinsky. The 41st Street committee unanimously recommends and acknowledges that the Chair has been transparent in his dealings and business interest and the 41st Street Committee fully support him as Chair, and hope that all stakeholders get involved in the best interest of 41st Street. Jeremy Wachtel seconded. All in favor, motion passed. • A call for artists on 41st Street that is currently being advertised with a $50,000 budget. The proposals are due February 28, 2019. MIAMI BEACH 1-:\ULhK\$ALL\3UAKU AND COMMI I HES DA I ABASE\Useful Stutt\D&C tii-Annual Report.Docx Page 2 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT March 12, 2019 Meeting • Eric Hankins made a motion to request the City hire Alta/Gehl to do Phase II (execution phase) of the initial plan. Jerri Hertzberg seconded. All in favor, motion passed. • Yechiel Ciment made a motion to recommend the City issue RFPs for City owned parking lots within the 41st Street corridor. Francisco Diez Rivas seconded. All in favor, motion passed. • Robin Jacobs made a motion to request to extend the 41St Street Committee tenure for one year and to request to meet monthly or as needed. Michael Burnstine seconded. All in favor, motion passed. • Betty Behar made a motion to recommend the city issue a request for proposals for a 41st street farmer's/Produce and Artisanal market. All in favor, motion passed. April 11, 2019 Meeting • A pilot program for a non-sworn officer that will be located on 41st Street and Pinetree, Monday to Friday from 3:30 to 6:00, the start date will be TBD. Miami Beach Police department has committed to picking up the cost. • Parklet program which was also accepted and will be placed on 41st Street and Royal Palm avenue using the midtown quality of life funds. May 15, 2019 Meeting • Yechiel Ciment made a motion to defer the stage II of the Alta Gehl Study. Jerri Hertzberg Bassuk seconded the motion. All in favor, motion passed • Yechiel Ciment made a motion to defer the RFP for the development of the City-owned parking within the 41st corridor. Jeremy Wachtel seconded the motion. All in favor, motion passed. • Yechiel Ciment made a motion to start with a temporary Street Farmer's/ Produce and Artisanal market program, through special events. Jeremy Wachtel seconded the motion. All in favor, motion passed. • Yechiel Ciment made a motion to follow up with landscape lighting proposal along 41st Street to allow the potential lighting companies to demonstrate their products as part of the review before a contract is awarded. Robin Jacobs seconded the motion. All in favor, motion passed. • Yechiel Ciment made a motion to have a representative from the Blue- Ribbon committee participate on the RFP selection committee and provide guidance on how the bid should be formatted and presented for the lighting signage on the Julia Tuttle bridge. Jerri Hertzberg Bassuk seconded the motion. All in favor, motion passed. June 13, 2019 Meeting • Yechiel Ciment made a motion to support a waiver of the alcohol restriction as it relates to the distance separation requirement for the 41st street district establishing that alcohol sales for such MIAMI BEACH > :\ULEK\$ALL\tiOAKU ANU UOMMI I I Its UAIAUASE\Usetul StuttlU&U tii-Annual Keport.Uocx Page 3 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT places of business can't begin to sell alcohol until after 5 PM. Betty Behar seconded the motion. All in favor, motion passed. • Francisco Diez— Rivas made a motion to recommend Bernard Zyscovich be hired to create a master plan study to examine 40th, 41St and 42hd street district with the objective of enhancing economic growth and mobility. Jerri Hertzberg Bassuk seconded the motion. All in favor, motion passed. • Betty Behar made a motion to use 365 Lighting to implement lights on every third palm tree, on both sides between Prairie Avenue and Royal Palm Drive, with signage that explains the lighting pilot program to community members of 41st street. Jerri Hertzberg Bassuk seconded the motion. All in favor, motion pass MIAMIBEACH F \ULLK\$ALL\UOAKU AND UOMMI I I ILS UA I ADASL\Usetui Stutt\ti&U Di-Annual Keport.Uocx Page 4 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT FUTURE ACTIVITIES: • The committee would like to examine 40th, 41st, and 42nd street as a complete 41st Street district- wide corridor plan. They would like to apply the vision, plan, Alta/ Gehl produced across the 41St Street district corridor as a basis for creating a district-wide master plan that may include zoning and land use changes. • The committee would like to pursue a pilot program in 2019 to determine the feasibility of an artisanal or farmers market concept. • The Committee would like to pursue the installation of Lights with the 41St street corridor on Prarie avenue and Royal Palm Drive. ACCOMPLISHMENTS: • A pilot program for a non-sworn officer that will be located on 41st Street and Pinetree, Monday to Friday from 3:30 to 6:00, the start date will be TBD. Miami Beach Police department has committed to picking up the cost. • Parklet program will be placed on 41St Street and Royal palm avenue using the midtown quality of life funds. MIAMI BEACH 1--:\CLFK\$ALL\bOAKU ANU COMMI I 1 lhS UAIABASF\Useful Stuff\ti&U tii-Annual Keport.Uocx Nage 5 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: Miami Beach Commission for Women CHAIRPERSON: Jill Shockett CITY LIAISON: Gloria Salom NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD: 5 January 15, February 5, March 5, (April 16th WWK Event), May 14, 2019 No Meeting in June. FUTURE ACTIVITYS: October 2019 — Domestic Violence Awareness Event ACCOMPLISHMENTS: On April 16, 2019 The Committee hosted an annual Women Worth Knowing Event that was held and hosted by Capital One at 1021 Lincoln Road. This year the 4 honorees received plaques from the Mayor & Commission Office and gift bags from Joe Malone. The event was very successful and attendance was enormous (standing room only). Mayor Gelber along with Commissioner(s) in attendance presented the plaques. This year honorees for Women Worth Knowing were: Amor Sierra, Kathy Gruson, Mirielle Enlow and Bonnie Crabtree. May 14th the committee voted to have meetings every other month. Next meeting is July 2, 2019. C:\Users\Mayosalg\Appdata\Local\Microsoft\Windows\Inetcache\Content.Outlook\MR56Y6B5\BC Bi-Annual Report.Docx Page 1 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: Next Generation Council CHAIRPERSON: Daniel Smith CITY LIAISON: Erick Chiroles NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD: 2 Quarterly Meetings, 5 Sub-Committee Meetings ACTIVITY: The Next Generation Council met for the first time in February 2019 and then again on April 2019. Since the Council is to meet quarterly by city ordinance, it has only convened twice since the beginning of the year. The Next Generation Council has been discussing pertinent issues that matter to younger residents and visitors such as sea-level rise, mobility, urban design, culture, and more. The Council also reviewed and discussed the Miami-Dade Millennial Task Force Report, which was recently released to the Miami-Dade Board of County Commissioners. To focus on certain policy areas, the Next Generation Council established the following sub- committees to meet on a more frequent basis: • Infrastructure and Mobility Sub-Committee • Culture and the Arts Sub-Committee • Development and Housing Sub-Committee C:\Users\Clerdagc\Appdata\Local\Microsoft\Windows\Temporary Internet Files\Content.Outlook\8Z6WTKBT\BC Bi- Annual Report- Next Generation Council.Docx Page 1 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT MIAMIBEACH FUTURE ACTIVITIES: The Next Generation Council plans to release a comprehensive policy report, similar to that of the Miami-Dade County Millennial Task Force, so that the Miami Beach City Commission can have a global perspective and understanding of what is important to the next generation of residents. MIAMIBEACH ! C:\Users\Clerdagc\Appdata\Local\Microsoft\Windows\Temporary Internet Annual Report - Next Generation Council.Docx Page 2 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT ACCOMPLISHMENTS: The Next Generation Council has transmitted the following advisory recommendations to the City Commission for consideration: 1 . The Miami Beach Next Generation Council supports the adoption of an ordinance allowing live music and performances to be played inside private establishments at a volume that does not interfere with normal conversations and is otherwise consistent with the City's noise ordinance. 2. Recommending that the City Commission recognize the value of promoting the establishment of big businesses that preserve the historic structures on Lincoln Road as well as the small businesses that preserve the character of Lincoln Road. 3. Recommending that the City Commission not retroactively interfere with developments and businesses that appropriately follow the City's rules and regulations at the time of approval to promote a healthy business environment. MIAMI BEACH C:\Users\Clerdagc\Appdata\Local\Microsoft\Windows\Temporary Internet Files\Content.Outlook\8Z6WTKBT\BC Bi- Annual Report- Next Generation Council.Docx Page 3 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: Normandy Shores Gov. Neighborhood Improvement CHAIRPERSON: N/A CITY LIAISON: Tameka Otto Stewart NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD: 2 ACTIVITY: *There were no meetings held January, February, April, nor May 2019* 03/07/2019 Meeting Agenda: • Status of New Projects • Preliminary Budget Projections o FY18/19 Budget Update o FY19/20 Budget Request 06/06/2019 Meeting Agenda: • Finalize FY20 Proposed Budget FUTURE ACTIVITIES: • Review and discuss proposed FY21 operating budget and millage rate • Set millage rate once July 1 Certified Taxable Values are received and finalize proposed budget • Discuss a camera system upgrade with connection to the Police department for FY21 AI A NAIREACH F:\OBPI\$BUD\NORMANDY SHORES LOCAL GOV-BOARD\Biannual Reports\19-Biannual Reports\BC BIANNUAL REPORT Jan-June.Docx Page 1 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT ACCOMPLISHMENTS: Status of Projects The following was reviewed and discussed: • Guard house daily processes (the Police Department and Property Management are managing the implementation of these processes) • Audit of the main gate • Status of camera project • Status of Radio Frequency Identification Device (RFID) gate system project • Possible options to install signage to discourage loitering Preliminary FY 2020 Budget Projections The following was reviewed and discussed: • $20,000 placeholder in the preliminary FY 2020 operating budget for potential one-time expenditures • $6,000 for Capital Renewal and Replacement (CRR) project request originally submitted for FY 2020 will be completed with FY 2019 funds • Property Management does not expect the cost of security guard services to increase for FY 2020.Potential use of prior year fund balance for one-time expenditures budgeted in FY 2020 FY 2020 Budget Request The following was reviewed and discussed: • Removal/repair of concrete installation at gate entrance on Fairway • Removal/trimming of pine trees along Fairway drive to allow for better lighting and/or additional lighting F:\OBPI\$BUD\NORMANDY SHORES LOCAL GOV-BOARD\Biannual Reports\19-Biannual Reports\BC BIANNUAL REPORT Jan-June.Docx Page 2 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: Parks and Recreational Facilities Advisory Board CHAIRPERSON: Carolina Jones CITY LIAISON: Cynthia Casanova NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD: 5 (January 1, 2019, February 7, 2019, March 6, 2019, April 2, 2019 and May 1, 2019) ACTIVITY: The Parks and Recreational Facilities Board addressed several different issues and areas of concern during the past six months: • Discussion on the 500 Alton Road Park • Discussion on Youth Sports • Discussion on the Overview of the GO Bonds • Discussion on the Future of the Teen Club Location • Maurice Gibb Park • Discussion on Potential New Sites for Sports Fields • Discussion on FY 20 Budget • Ocean Terrace Presentation • Brittany Bay Discussion • Discussion on Frequency of Board and Committee Meetings • Discussion on G.O. Bond Tranche 1 Parks Projects • Discussion on Parks Policies Regarding Artificial Turf vs. Natural Turf F:\RCPA\P&R Admin\Vianca\Parks And Recreation Advisory Board\Reports\2019\BC Bi-Annual Report Jan-June 2019.Docx Page 1 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT MIAMI BEACH FUTURE ACTIVITIES: The Parks and Recreational Facilities Advisory Board will continue to discuss the following topics: • Any Referrals from City Commission or Commission Committees • Parks & Recreation Capital Projects • Parks & Recreation Budget • 2019 General Obligation Bond Projects 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. F:\RCPA\P&R Admin\Vianca\Parks And Recreation Advisory Board\Reports\2019\BC Bi-Annual Report Jan-June 2019.Docx Page 2 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT MIAMI BEACH ACCOMPLISHMENTS: The following list are motions that the Parks and Recreational Facilities Advisory Board made in the past 6 months based on their activity: • The Parks and Recreational Facilities Advisory Board has, on multiple occasions, discussed naming a park within our City to celebrate our culture of diversity and inclusiveness. From religious freedom, to LGBTQ rights, to honoring residents with special needs and embracing people from every ethnicity, our City is a beacon for inclusion. It is in this spirit, that the Parks and Recreational Facilities Advisory Board recommends that the new park on 500 Alton Road, at our City's primary entrance, be named UNITY PARK. We further recommend that plaques with inspirational quotes be placed throughout the park commemorating our City's commitment to this core value. • The Parks and Recreational Facilities Advisory Board motions to explore working with the Miami-Dade County Public School Board to use all of their available fields in Miami Beach to expand youth sports programming based on the increasing enrollment numbers of programs such as baseball and soccer and due to the lack of current field space available for use. • The Parks and Recreational Facilities Advisory Board elects Robert Gonzalez to join the G.O. Bond Oversight Committee as ex-officio, non-voting member. • The Parks and Recreational Facilities Advisory Board motions to support the current design for the Maurice Gibb Park project presented at tonight's meeting by the Office of Capital Improvement Projects and encourages the G.O. Bond Oversight Committee to fund this project and prioritize it on the list of G.O. Bond projects. • The Parks and Recreational Facilities Advisory Board motions for a feasibility study to be done to determine how many baseball diamonds will fit at North Shore Park and how many would fit if the fields met Little League minimum dimensions. The study should consider utilization of street parking adjacent to the park. These studies should circulate back to the Parks and Recreation Facilities Advisory Board and the G.O. Bond Oversight Committee. • In consideration of there being a lack of adequate field space in the City for youth sports, the Parks and Recreational Facilities Advisory Board motions to explore a feasibility study to be done to determine if joining 2 West Lots would provide adequate space necessary for one or two regulation sized soccer fields and that the closing of a street and/or alley and the moving of utility poles be considered to maximize space. • The Parks and Recreational Facilities Advisory Board motions to explore acquiring the entire square block from 85th to 86th Street, and Collins Avenue to Harding Avenue to be used for active park purposes. F:\RCPA\P&R Admin\Vianca\Parks And Recreation Advisory Board\Reports\2019\BC Bi-Annual Report Jan-June 2019.Docx Page 3 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT • The Parks and Recreational Facilities Advisory Board motions to explore a feasibility study to be done to look at the number of children playing all youth sports and identify alternative field spaces across the City that can potentially be used for sports. • The Parks and Recreational Facilities Advisory Board motions to support exploring using the field at Miami Beach Senior High School as both an artificial turf football field and baseball field for the potential expansion of the youth baseball program. • The Parks and Recreational Facilities Advisory Board motions to support the Ocean Terrace Street and Park Concept presented at tonight's meeting so long as no Parks money is spent on it. Furthermore, the Board supports the Finance Committee's recommendation to find funding for the project. The Board would also like to have input on the design once the project is approved. • The Parks and Recreational Facilities Advisory Board motions to support the Parks and Recreation Department FY 2019/20 Capital Project Requests with a recommendation to move the South Pointe Park Artificial Turf for All Hills project to the lowest priority. Furthermore, the Board recommends that funding be considered for sports lighting at Polo Park if it is not already included in the GOB scope. • The Parks and Recreational Facilities Advisory Board motions to support the Parks and Recreation Department FY 2019/20 Operating Budget Enhancements. • The Parks and Recreational Facilities Advisory Board motions to recommend that sports lighting with new technology be considered at Polo Park, Stillwater Park, the new field at Biscayne Elementary and the potential new field at Miami Beach Senior High. • The Parks and Recreational Facilities Advisory Board recommends that the most natural form of artificial turf for fields identified for organized sports play and multi-use purposes be considered and that the Parks and Recreation Department makes the professional decisions on turf selection based on needs and usage. The Board also recommends that natural grass be the preferred consideration when appropriate. Furthermore, the Board supports the Parks and Recreation Department's ability to implement a care and maintenance policy for natural turf fields which includes closing fields as necessary. F:\RCPA\P&R Admin\Vianca\Parks And Recreation Advisory Board\Reports\2019\BC Bi-Annual Report Jan-June 2019.Docx Page 4 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT FORM-PAGE 1 OF 1 I BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: PLANNING BOARD CHAIRPERSON: BRIAN ELIAS CITY LIAISON: - MICHAEL BELUSH—Chief of Planning&Zoning DATE OF REPORT: - January through June 2019 NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD DURING THIS REPORTING PERIOD: 6 MEETING AGENDA Presentation/ Deferred/ NO ACTION/ DATE ITEMS APPROVED DENIED DISCUSSED CONTINUED WITHDRAWN Jan 11 6 3 2 Feb 13 8 5 March 10 5 5 April 21 17 4 May 12 11 1 Jun 14 11 1 2 Totals 81 58 1 20 2 Note: Some totals may not match due to some items being removed from the Agenda at the last minute. F:\PLAN\$PLB\BI-ANNUAL REPORTS\BI-ANNUAL REPORT -January-June 2019.docx BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: Police Citizen Relations Committee CHAIRPERSON: Alex Fernandez CITY LIAISON: Chief Daniel J. Oates NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD: 8 ACTIVITY: 2019 Police Citizen Relations Committee meetings were held on January 15, February, 16, Special Meeting March 6, March 19, April 16, May 21 , and, Special Meeting June 3, regularly scheduled meeting on June 18th meeting was cancelled. Please see below: Minutes of January 15, 2019 Members in attendance: John Deutzman Adam Kravitz Michael Gillman Anthony Garcia Faye Goldin Sid Goldin Pamela Brumer Lizette Lopez Seth Feuer Nicole Bostick Matt Salom Chief Oates Michael DeFilippi Yoe Lopez, CMB Prosecutor Mark Fishman, MBPD Legal Advisor Chief Oates — FYI, Richard Hull resigned due to his moving out of the City. The committee will need a new chairman. John Deutzman has also resigned from the committee. Two handouts were distributed to the committee (Miami Herald Article and City's response). John Deutzman — This project (crime prevention) has taken over my life. I've become too immersed in the project spending approximately 13 hours days on following up with court cases and crime analysis. Chief Oates — We will be creating a sergeant assignment (Crime Strategist) to expand upon the work that John has been doing on crime analysis and follow-up in court. The sergeant will be ensuring data quality, expanding on crime analysis, and following up on the prosecution process. We are looking for a motivated sergeant to volunteer for the assignment. Sid Goldin suggested Adam Kravitz to be the new chairman. There was no formal motion or second to proceed. C:\Users\Clerdagc\Appdata\Local\Microsoft\Windows\Temporary Internet Files\Content.Outlook\8Z6WTKBT\PCR Bi- Annual Report June 2019.Docx Page 1 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT Chief Oates — The Miami Herald article stated that the MBPD is inappropriately targeting the homeless population for law enforcement action. This impression was discussed at a lunch meeting today with the Deputy Director of the ACLU/Florida (Melba Pearson) and Chief Kevin Lystad (President of the Florida Police Chiefs Association). The ACLU had recently published a report stating that African American men and Haitian men are having a disparate impact from the criminal justice system in Miami-Dade County. The ACLU is in the process of discussing their findings with various stake holders in the community. They are researching how decisions to arrest people are made. The homeless population is a societal failure. Many of them are repeatedly arrested and are chronic offenders of quality of life ordinances/laws. When we look at how an officer makes a decision to arrest, we need to understand the officer is not considering all the societal aspects of the homeless population when he makes a decision to arrest. The officer is usually responding to a specific complaint. For example, residents may complain about a male urinating in public in front of a business. The officers' means to solve the problem is to arrest the individual and remove them from the neighborhood. The individual in this example is most likely homeless and has been arrested many times for similar offenses. Generally speaking, these types of arrests were routinely dismissed by the court system. This leads us to why the City of Miami Beach has initiated a Municipal Prosecutor Program. Yoe Lopez started this program approximately one year ago and has had great success thus far. John Deutzman — When I started looking at the data from the arrests for violations of municipal ordinances I found that approximately 99% of the charges were dismissed. Misdemeanor arrests are also dismissed at a very high rate. Chief Oates — The creation of the Municipal Prosecutor Program is an attempt to solve this problem. Yoe Lopez — The program started January 8, 2018 and currently has an approximately 80% conviction rate. One of the best solutions utilized through the courts is have the defendant agree to a Stay Away Order as part of their plea bargain. This generally means the defendant is not supposed to return to the area that they were arrested in (Ocean Dr / Entertainment District). Some of the biggest offenders have left the area for good. John Deutzman — We are trying to get illegal vendors to be prosecuted by the City of Miami Beach Municipal Prosecutor too. When an illegal vendor violation goes to the State Attorney for prosecution it is at the bottom of the pile of pending cases. If it went to our prosecutor, it would be at the top of the pile. Yoe Lopez — I am in court every day for every part of the prosecution process. There have been 375 municipal ordinance cases (arrests based solely on the violence of a City ordinance). C:\Users\Clerdagc\Appdata\Local\Microsoft\Windows\Temporary Internet Files\Content.Outlook\8Z6WTKBT\PCR Bi- Annual Report June 2019.Docx Page 2 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT The process starts with an appearance the following day where the defendant sees a judge, is informed of the charge(s) and possible plea negotiations take place. Most defendants have public defenders. All defendants have legal representation. I am very familiar with the history of each defendant and work closely with John Deutzman's crime prevention group. We make sure that the judge knows which defendants are chronic offenders and advocate for tougher sentencing. We frequently use the habitual misdemeanor statute and ask for stay away orders. As a result of the success we're having, crime is down. These types of cases were not usually prosecuted in court. We have worked hard to convince the State Attorney's Office and Judges that this program works. We always strive for fair and consistent prosecution. We have had four trials so far. Most cases are settled with a plea negotiation. If a defendant has mental health issues, there is a box officers can mark to request a mental health evaluation be done. That would put the defendant in a different court division. John Deutzman — The MBPD Homeless Liaison Officers have also had great success with utilizing the Marchman Act and have saved numerous lives of the chronically addicted. The Marchman Act petition is a process in which a judge orders the subject into a rehab facility. Miami Beach currently has approximately 65 homeless individuals that are generally resistant to any type of social services offered. They absolutely refuse help. Michael DeFilippi — The majority of illegal vendors on Ocean Drive are actually drug dealers. The promoters that are handing out flyers are also selling drugs. John Deutzman —We were under the impression that the City prosecutor would also be handling misdemeanor cases too. Yoe Lopez — This is a policy decision from the City Commission. The program was specifically created for prosecution of municipal ordinances. These are two different things. John Deutzman — Miami Beach has unique problems in the Entertainment District / Ocean Drive. There are approximately 1400 beach thefts a year and many tourist related crimes. We need to tailor our solutions to meet our unique problems. Arrests that are made now for illegal criminal offenses under county statutes are mostly dismissed by the SAO. The Mayor proposed making illegal vendors part of the City Prosecution program. The Committee should vote to support this and write a Letter to Commission supporting this position. Several photos of chronic offenders were shown. Subject Safa Khafagy was recently released after lewd behavior in our playgrounds. He is out selling beer on the beach. Subject Miguel Castro is a supposed coconut salesman — he is a drug dealer. All the coconut sellers and club promoters are drug dealers. K9 drug sniffing dogs have been used to locate the drugs the club promoters try to hide. Michael Defilippi — The passing of the illegal vendor ordinance should have been a home run but C:\Users\Clerdagc\Appdata\Local\Microsoft\Windows\Temporary Internet Files\Content.Outlook\8Z6WTKBT\PCR Bi- Annual Report June 2019.Docx Page 3 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT it became a political issue as some commissioners alleged it would hurt legitimate businesses. Adam Kravitz — What is the difference between a city business license and a county business license? Is there any difference between from running a business out of your house without a license (example of a lawyer working out of home office) and a vendor illegally selling water on the beach? Yoe Lopez — The difference is in the penalty that can be pursued for the violation. The County license violation is an arrestable offense. The City license violation is a civil violation. Adam Kravitz — This would be targeting certain group of people rather than the stated purpose of targeting operating businesses without a license. It is selective enforcement and being used as a tool rather than to stop businesses from operating without a license. John Deutzman — Operating without a license is arrestable anywhere under the county ordinance. Officers use judgment and discretion in all arrests. Adam Kravitz — There is selective enforcement. For example it is more likely that a black male walking down the street smoking a joint would get arrested and a white male would not. Michael Defilippi — That is not true. You should come out to Ocean Drive and walk down the street and see what it is really like. Mark Fishman — MBPD officers are very sophisticated. They know when to use discretion and when not to. If this ordinance was passed the officer still has discretion. Officers usually give a warning first. If for example, they see a tourist drinking in public, they would probably ask them to pour out the drink rather than arrest them. They use common sense and discretion all the time. They know that the tourists may not know the rules. Chief Oates — Communities get the policing services they demand. Miami Beach residents want enforcement. Cops have to make instant decisions using discretion all the time. The argument Adam is making is what killed the proposed illegal vendor ordinance. The elected leaders decided not to give the MBPD this tool out of fear it would be misused. The decision to arrest or not arrest happens every day. The way to measure the level of success of any police department is whether their community is satisfied with their actions. The citizens of Miami Beach seem to be satisfied. Adam Kravits — I've been harassed for being on the beach. Chief Oates — There are many complaints about bad public behavior on Ocean Drive. Our citizens are demanding that the Police Department clean up Ocean Drive and we need the tools C:\Users\Clerdagc\Appdata\Local\Microsoft\Windows\Temporary Internet Files\Content.Outlook\8Z6WTKBT\PCR Bi- Annual Report June 2019.Docx Page 4 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT necessary to accomplish the mission. Beach thieves operate by convincing tourists and beach goers that they are selling water. What they are really doing is looking to see where you keep your money so they can steal it. Officers exercise discretion 100% of every day on every interaction they are involved in. John Deutzman — MBPD officers use a lot of restraint in making arrests. The Miami Herald implies that the homeless population is being targeted by the police department when in fact the MBPD's homeless liaison officers are recognized for their excellence in providing compassionate services by using the Marchman Act. They routinely offer services to homeless individuals on a daily basis. There are around 65 hardcore homeless individuals that are bad guys and commit violent crimes on a regular basis. They're not just sleeping and drinking in Lummus Park. Chief Oates — The MBPD is a very sophisticated police department. The proposed ordinance would have also been used to combat the drug dealing by illegal vendors and club promoters passing out flyers. These are the drug dealers that the citizens want removed from the area. Michael Gillman - Is there a similar issue in mid-beach and north beach? John Deutzman — No, this is a south beach problem. The stay away orders that have been issued are for locations in the south / Entertainment District. The Boardwalk is a problem too and is in the process of being demolished. Most of the hardcore chronic offenders do not move further north because the population that they prey upon is in the south. Adam Kravitz — Not all municipal ordinances/codes are enforced uniformly throughout the City. For example, during Art Basel there was loud music blaring in residential areas near 29th Street that could be heard from Alton Road and North Bay Road. Code issued warnings and fines but the wealthy homeowners don't care. They can afford to pay the fines. The financial penalties are not significant enough to deter the behavior. The cops won't do anything because they say it is on private property. They won't enforce laws/ordinances against rich people and only arrest poor people. The only way to stop the party was to have the Parking Department start towing the illegally parked vehicles. This is selective enforcement. Most of the City's residents do not live on Ocean Drive and most residents do not go to Ocean Drive. The neighborhoods outside of the Entertainment District get nothing — all of the City's resources go towards Ocean Drive. John Deutzman — LPRs are a very effective tool and used a lot during the peak spring break periods and Memorial Day Weekend. We should be playing hardball all the time not just during special events. The high level of LPR deployment should be used every weekend. Everyone should know that anytime you come to the City of Miami Beach, your license tag will be read by the LPRs and enforcement action will be taken — all the time — every weekend. There should be heavy enforcement with everyone using LPRs. C:\Users\Clerdagc\Appdata\Local\Microsoft\Windows\Temporary Internet Files\Content.Outlook\8Z6WTKBT\PCR Bi- Annual Report June 2019.Docx Page 5 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT Yoe Lopez — The criminalization of our illegal vendor ordinance was passed on the first reading and died at the second reading stage. It did not have the votes to pass and was withdrawn from the November 14, 2018 Commission meeting agenda. Yoe Lopez — Illegal vendors can still be arrested. The prosecution is handled by the State Attorney's Office rather than the Municipal Prosecutor. We would have made these cases a higher priority and given them more attention than the SAO has time to do. The real issue is how you make your case. There are some judges that are very onboard with handling chronic offenders and some that are not. Bond court is mostly retired judges. Officers offer homeless individual social services on a regular basis. They are very familiar with the local homeless population. Seth Feuer — If there is an officer that routinely targets a certain ethnic group, for example targeting Haitians — is there anything we can do about it? Is it reported anywhere? Tricia Reeder — Yes, as part of the CALEA certification process (CALEA — Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies), the MBPD is required to produce annual reports on cases of racial profiling complaints and document the incidents and any associated discipline. This is done through the Internal Affairs Unit. Seth Feuer — The next meeting discuss we should discuss the failed illegal vendor ordinance and decide if we want to make any recommendations (maybe a Letter to Commission). Adam Kravitz —We should also discuss the Air B & B Ordinance. Note: Commission information on the illegal vendor proposed ordinance can be reviewed on the City's webpage. The following steps will take you to the agenda / after action information: 1 . Go to www.miamibeachfl.qov 2. Click on "Cityhall" on the opening page, from the drop down menu select City Clerk 3. On the City Clerk's page scroll down to "Top Links" and select "Agendas" 4. Scroll down the meeting list to find the meeting you're looking for 5. Click on the date under either agenda or after action. For the information on the proposed illegal vendor ordinance, the first reading was at the Commission meeting on September 12th, agenda item R5R. The second reading was at the Commission meeting on October 17th, agenda item R5H. At the second reading it was referred back to the City Attorney's Office for revision. At the November 14th Commission meeting, the item was withdrawn from the Agenda by Mayor Gelber, agenda item R5H. There is a copy of the after action summary attached for review. Minutes of February 19, 2019 meeting C:\Users\Clerdagc\Appdata\Local\Microsoft\Windows\Temporary Internet Files\Content.Outlook\8Z6WTKBT\PCR Bi- Annual Report June 2019.Docx Page 6 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT Lizette Lopez Danny Aronson Melissa Sheppard Broad Steven Oppenheimer Robert Wolfarth Seth Feuer Angie Chirino Christina Klingspor Bruce Reich Faye Goldin Julian Linares Lara Reich Sid Goldin Pamela Brumer Matt Salom Adam Kravitz Chief Daniel Oates Captain Ian Robinson Lt. Jair Armatrading Alex Fernandez • Chief Oates — the committee needs to select a new chairman and vice-chairman after the beach theft initiative presentation. The chairman will be asked to sit on a panel to make scholarship recommendations for the Greater Miami/Miami Beach Police Foundation. • Chief Oates provided an update on the two major incidents over the weekend. There is good video surveillance footage of the homicide subject in the area and prior to the shooting. This information is being released to the media with a reward offered for information on the subject. The second incident involved the capture of a wanted felon. The U.S. Marshalls had distributed a flyer on a homicide subject from Virginia. The subject's vehicle was detected by the LPRs on Thursday & Friday nights. On Sunday night, an off-duty officer saw the vehicle on their way in to work. The subject fled and a large perimeter was set up to search for him. He was located and taken into custody. Social media was used to alert the area of the situation. • G.O. Bond Update - The G.O. Bond that recently passed will expand the camera system in the Entertainment District and add more LPRs to the business districts. The real cost of the cameras is the data storage, fiber, infrastructure, and maintenance. New technology is being continuously developed. We are not yet using facial recognition equipment. • Captain Ian Robinson presented information on the MBPD's Beach Theft Initiative In the later months of 2018, the MBPD began to implement and refine a new initiative to reduce beach thefts. This strategy included: 1. Surging resources to the beach area by redeploying existing patrol resources and specialized units (i.e., the "Tactical Response to Area Concerns" or TRAC concept), 2. Focusing on rigorous prosecution and follow up of our most chronic offenders, working with Miami-Dade State Attorney's Office and Miami Beach Crime Prevention and Awareness, the noteworthy Facebook advocacy group, 3. Focusing on illegal beach vendors, as MBPD has learned that some are also expert thieves who use the guise of selling cold drinks, snacks, etc., to scope out vulnerable tourists to target for beach thefts, 4. Selective use of overtime to supplement on-duty resources to deploy surveillance C:\Users\Clerdagc\Appdata\Local\Microsoft\Windows\Temporary Internet Files\Content.Outlook\8Z6WTKBT\PCR Bi- Annual Report June 2019.Docx Page 7 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT and enforcement teams, 5. Enlisting the help of certain cooperative citizens who are in a position to assist the MBPD in identifying and observing the activity of beach thieves. • Lt. Jair Armatrading - Since September, 2018, when this Beach Theft Initiative was first conceived, the MBPD has conducted a total of 14 one-day deployments of enforcement teams, making approximately 46 arrests for theft and for other quality-of-life offenses such as Illegal alcohol sales, narcotic sales, and arrests for felony and misdemeanor warrants. Equally important, on the days that the enforcement teams have been operating, there has been a significant reduction from the average number of reported beach thefts. The goal for 2019 will be to do at least four one-day beach theft enforcement efforts each month, with more if possible, using a combination of uniform beach patrols, plainclothes surveillance and other techniques. • Follow-up discussion occurred on the following topics: 1 . Beach Lockers 2. Illegal Vendors 3. Lack of Prosecution by the SAO • Alex Fernandez was nominated by Julian Linares to be the committee chairman with Adam Kravitz to be the Vice-Chairman. The motion was seconded by Pamela Brumer. Motion was unanimously approved. • Topics for the next meeting were discussed including the Memorial Day Plan. Captain Robinson advised the next big event was Spring Break and the Memorial Day plan would not be completed until after Spring Break concluded and suggested the Spring Break Plan would be more appropriate. Future priorities for the committee will also be discussed. (SPECIAL MEETING WAS HELD ON MARCH 3) Minutes of March 19, 2019 meeting Members Present: Adam Kravitz Daniel Aronson Alex Fernandez Julian Linares Angie Chirino Lizette Lopez Anthony Garcia Matthew Salom Bruce Reich Melissa Sheppard Broad Christine Klingspor Pamela Brumer Seth Feuer Michael Gillman FOP President Kevin Millan C:\Users\Clerdagc\Appdata\Local\Microsoft\Windows\Temporary Internet Files\Content.Outlook\8Z6WTKBT\PCR Bi- Annual Report June 2019.Docx Page 8 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT Chief Oates was recognized by the Chair at the start of the meeting and announced that he and the Deputy Chief could only stay for an hour because they had to attend the wake for the father of police detective. The Chief asked that he be permitted to go first on the agenda to present on Spring Break issues and take questions from the Committee. 1 . Spring Break Powerpoint Presentation was given by Chief Oates and Deputy Chief Clements. This included information on traffic plans, use of LPRs, security surveillance cameras, additional staffing including other police departments and security guards for peak periods. The direction from the City Commission to have enhanced enforcement for drinking in public/smoking marijuana in public. Chief Oates also discussed that enhanced enforcement will inevitably result in social media videos of arrests involving the use of force. Body Worn Cameras, cell phone videos, and surveillance videos are being used and the resulting videos will be ugly. Every use of force will create a potentially controversial video and we need to be prepared for these. 2. Motion made to approve the minutes of the February meeting — motion passed. 3. Roll call of members conducted. 4. Daniel Aronson asked what is the purview of the committee and what governs the committee's activities? Police Legal Advisor Mark Fishman - Committee governed by City Ordinance — mission is to recommend projects, provide advice to commission about police and community matters, can recommend plans, programs of actions, can make recommendations about the budget and review the budget as a whole. General discussion was held about conditions during last weekend including traffic gridlock, large crowds, and social media videos of wild behavior and fights. Committee comments included: • It was impossible to cross 5th street, block the box violations were a problem. • We recognize the cops are doing a good job so far. The Police Department is working hard to control the large crowds. Social media is showing awful behavior on the streets and this is not who we are. • People were DUI as they were leaving the City and officers didn't stop them. • We need to think about how we, as the residents, can help the Police Department. • Dramatic change is needed. People must know that the City of Miami Beach is a community that does not tolerate unlawful behavior. The committee will stand with the MBPD when they enforce the laws. People must know that they are going to be arrested if they break the law. The community wants strict enforcement every day — not just during spring break. The open containers and marijuana smoking occurs on Ocean Drive all the C:\Users\Clerdagc\Appdata\Local\Microsoft\Windows\Temporary Internet Files\Content.Outlook\8Z6WTKBT\PCR Bi- Annual Report June 2019.Docx Page 9 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT time. The police need to be targeting these issues all the time. The police also need to know that they have the support and backing of the community to take action against this lawless behavior. • The testing of new barricade configurations should have been done before spring break not during the crisis. The problem is now also on Collins Avenue. • Use and purpose of LPRs was discussed. Following addressing the questions/comments from the committee members, Chief Oates and Deputy Chief Clements departed to attend the funeral wake for Detective Porro's father. There were community members that wanted the opportunity to ask the Chief questions. Chairman Alex Fernandez and Vice-Chairman advised that the point of the meeting was not to question the Chief and that all issues and questions can be presented to the committee. The committee can then refer the questions to the Police Department and City Commission. The community has the opportunity to be heard by the committee. The following are issues discussed by community members: • Sophia Bitela - The current perception of Miami Beach is that this is a party city — a lawless place where people can do anything they want to. How did that idea originate and how do we stop it? We need strict/strong enforcement 24/7. Squash spring break completely. • Offe Kristiansen (sp?) — I am a resident of West Avenue and have seen the increase in violence and low class behavior and all the videos of the brawls and large crowds fighting. We've been told there were a large number of police officers working in the Entertainment District — the question is where were the cops when these fights are going on? • Mitch Novick — The Mayor and Commission's directive is for the police to go into the sand arrest kids for smoking weed and drinking alcohol. The images and videos will be ugly. It will be ugly images of officers in riot gear. This will harm our community even more. People come here for the party. From the 900 block through the 1000 block of Ocean Drive there is loud, crappy music from Ocean Drive to the shoreline. This creates and fuels the carnival like circus atmosphere year round and lures in riff-raff & criminals. The City leaders are owned by Ocean Drive operators through their campaign contributions. • Kristen Rosen Gonzalez — While having lunch with Matti Bower at 16th / Alton, a group of young shirtless men (spring-breakers) came in and disrupted the pizzeria. The situation is out of control. There are groups on Ocean Drive walking around with boom boxes, open containers, and smoking pot. There are no police officers confronting them. The Community is demanding serious change. The $1.7 million being spent on spring break is wasted money. Sending 25 officers out in riot gear to tell people to pour out their alcohol doesn't solve the problem. If we really want change it needs to be dramatic change. The crowd is in the thousands and every year we don't enforce any of our laws. This is true C:\Users\Clerdagc\Appdata\Local\Microsoft\Windows\Temporary Internet Files\Content.Outlook\8Z6WTKBT\PCR Bi- Annual Report June 2019.Docx Page 10 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT every day. Marijuana smoke is everywhere — everyday. Collins Ave, Washington Ave, Ocean Dr are all dangerous to walk on. We should back up Commissioner Gongora in asking for change. • Matti Bower — The public has a right to ask the Chief questions. Someone should have stayed to answer the residents' questions. You need to take your hits when your hits are given. The Chief talked about being given the direction from the Commission to enforce the open container laws but if the law is on the books, why is it not being enforced year round. You do not need the City Commission to tell you what to do. Do what the law says to do year round. It's like teaching your children good behavior. It has to happen every day if you expect them to behave well when you take them to a party. • Ceci Velasco — The Ocean Drive Association supports the barricades. It keeps the crazy people away from the customers at the cafes. Business is down on Ocean Drive. The thousands of people in the crowds are not our customers. The bathrooms in the businesses are for customers and these people are not customers. The Ocean Drive Association does not support spring break. March is a beautiful month in Miami Beach. This is not the clientele that we want to be marketing to. • John Deutzman — The stats say it all. The arrests have not increased at all. Spring break arrest totals are the same as any other day. This is a public safety emergency. This is an over capacity issue. Spring break needs to be shut down completely. This is a disaster and needs to be shut down now. Spring break is like a hurricane — emergency response is needed to shut it down. It doesn't need to be studied —just shut it down. • Julie Isaacson — I am a 26 year resident and am employed as a luxury travel advisor. It is hard to tell people to come to Miami Beach. This is happening throughout the year — must find a way to turn it around. Must shut it down right now. We need to attract upscale clientele that can afford restaurants and hotels. Hotels should not allow 12 people in a hotel room. Discussion continued regarding spring break conditions. Chairman Alex Fernandez assured the attendees that all of their comments and questions will be conveyed to the Chief. All agreed that there should be an opportunity for the community to ask questions to the Chief. A Motion was made by Seth Feuer to schedule a public community forum type of meeting in the next month or so for the Police Department to answer questions about spring break. The motion was seconded by Bruce Reich and was accepted by acclamation. Discussion about what were the real causes for the spring break problems. Statistics do not answer the question. There needs to be an analysis done of the numbers and understand why C:\Users\Clerdagc\Appdata\Local\Microsoft\Windows\Temporary Internet Files\Content.Outlook\8Z6WTKBT\PCR Bi- Annual Report June 2019.Docx Page 11 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT this is happening. We hear about 20 kids in a hotel room, but then most of the arrests are local residents. A Motion was made by Adam Kravitz to have the Police Department conduct a study on the causes of violence and crime during spring break and other high impact weekends and produce a report to the City Commission. Motion was seconded by Alex Fernandez and passed by acclamation. Motion was made by Alex Fernandez to formally state that the committee stands by our police officers and supports long term enhanced enforcement of our laws. Discussion of support for the Police Department: • The Committee agreed that they solidly support the Police Department. • What does enhanced enforcement mean? • Everyone has a cell phone and will be recording arrests. Everyone will immediately be judging all use of force arrests. • There is a need for balance — not a police state. • Laws on marijuana are changing with trends going towards legalization. • Should not be experimenting on different tactics during spring break. • The special commission meeting this morning expressed strong support for the Police Department — we do not need to specifically do it again by a motion or resolution. • We've heard everyone say shut it down but do we really know what it costs versus the revenue it brings in? • There are issues with LPRs. Need further analysis of statistics. The committee decided to defer this motion. Alex Fernandez — Do we want to create a motion for dramatic change? No motion was made. Seth Feuer — Next month we should continue the conversation from this meeting. We should be discussing every month what we want on the next agenda. Bruce Reich — We should improve open lines of communication. The public forum should be in a setting such as the Commission Chambers to have enough room for more people to attend. Alex Fernandez — A promoter ordinance should be on a future agenda. What are the penalties for promoters? The meeting concluded. C:\Users\Clerdagc\Appdata\Local\Microsoft\Windows\Temporary Internet Files\Content.Outlook\8Z6WTKBT\PCR Bi- Annual Report June 2019.Docx Page 12 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT Minutes of April 16, 2019 meeting Members Present: Adam Kravitz Daniel Aronson Alex Fernandez Julian Linares Lizette Lopez Michael Gillman Anthony Garcia Seth Feuer FOP President Kevin Millan Officer Ernesto Rodriguez (PIO) Esther Overton (guest) Robin Henson (guest) Mark Fishman Police Legal Advisor Discussion regarding items on the agenda: • Alex Fernandez advised the group he spoke to the Chief and the Chief would not be attendance at the meeting today. • Committee members agreed to skip the first three items on the agenda. • Discussion on what are the responsibilities of the committee. • Motion to approve the minutes from the March Meeting by Julian Linares, seconded by Lizette Lopez, passed by acclamation. • Topic for May meeting will be the Memorial Day Weekend Plan with the appropriate person from the MBPD presenting the plan. • Motion made by Alex Fernandez to thank the MBPD for their hard work during Spring Break including the increased staffing, barricade deployment, LPR on 5th Street, residential area boundaries, and open container alcohol enforcement in the crowds. Seconded by Adam Kravitz and passed by acclamation. • Improvements for next year's spring break plan should include Miami Beach residents being allowed to go wherever they want to in Miami Beach with proper identification. • Discussion about procedural issues — not an oversight committee but an advisory committee. • Discussion of the Promoter Ordinance — suggestion made to raise the penalty to $20,000 for the promoter and the owner of the business. The proposed ordinance is coming back to commission for a second reading. Some committee members believed that this is a topic that should go to a sub-committee, or this is more suited to be discussed at the City Commission rather than the Police Citizen Relations Committee. After further discussion a motion was made and then withdrawn. It was suggested that motions be emailed to the committee prior to the meeting so members have time to consider and research the issue. • Suggestion was made that there should be a high impact blue ribbon committee similar to the Mayor's Ocean Drive Blue Ribbon Committee. • Discussion of the selection of the next Police Chief. FOP President Kevin Millan recommended that the successor should come from within the MBPD. • Alex Fernandez - Motion to recognize the contributions of the Public Safety C:\Users\ClerdagcWppdata\Local\Microsoft\Windows\Temporary Internet Files\Content.Outlook\8Z6WTKBT\PCR Bi- Annual Report June 2019.Docx Page 13 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT Communications Department for National Telecommunicators Week. Seconded by Daniel Aronson and accepted by acclamation. May 21 — Minutes of May 21, 2019 Meeting Members in attendance: Michael Gillman Seth Feuer Christine Klingspor Adam Kravitz Angie Chirino Steven Zamora (resident — guest) Lizette Lopez Valarie Navarette (resident— guest) Daniel Aronson Pamela Brumer Melissa Sheppard-Broad Deputy Chief Rick Clements Alex Fernandez Entertainment Area Captain Dan Morgalo Seth Feuer Public Information Officer Ernesto Rodriguez Special Events Lieutenant Doug Simon The MBPD's Memorial Day Weekend /Air and Sea Show plan was presented by Lt. Doug Simon with a PowerPoint that covered: • Staffing — alpha/bravo deployment and mutual aid • Enhanced lighting and barricades for road closures including Espanola Way • Enforcing all laws (quality of life enforcement, drinking in public, etc.) • Traffic loop — discussion of traffic concerns on causeways and in neighborhoods • Green zone for residential neighborhoods (access for Uber, Lyft — common sense requests) • LPRs on causeways and lane closures • Parking garage availability • Park and Ride locations — trolley routes • Code Enforcement, Fire, Sanitation, Parking Department, Public Works all helping during MDW • Air and Sea Show— Blue Angels and water display • Many events in the park open to the public • Concert on Sunday night • Public outreach via social media, text traffic alerts, city website, next door app, instagram, Google maps for the traffic • New ordinances targeting illegal promoters The committee engaged in a lively discussion of many MDW related issues including use of LPRs, perceived racial bias and the City of Miami Beach embracing diversity. Suggestion was made to have the road closures provided to the WAZE traffic app. C:\Users\Clerdagc\Appdata\Local\Microsoft\Windows\Temporary Internet Files\Content.Outlook\8Z6WTKBT\PCR Bi- Annual Report June 2019.Docx Page 14 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT • Motion to approve the meeting minutes from April Meeting was made by Michael Gilman and seconded by Seth Feuer and accepted by the committee members by acclamation. • Alex Fernandez — Discussion on the topic of community relations: 1 . Alex Fernandez made a motion to have monthly agenda item on community relations and have Alex Fernandez draft a letter to neighborhood associations, seconded by Adam Kravitz and accepted by acclamation. Alex Fernandez wants the community to know they can bring up issues to the committee for the committee to discuss with the Police Department. Alex Fernandez will draft a letter from the committee to the City's neighborhood associations. Seth Feuer recommends that all committee members should attend the Citizens Police Academy to better understand the Police Department. Suggestion made to host an event or two per year to promote community engagement. Suggestion made to hold committee meetings at other locations such as the NESS or a location in mid-beach. Pamela Brumer brought up example of the K9 Knights organization and how the community does not know that they exist. Alex Fernandez suggested inviting the K9 Knights to attend a committee meeting and provide information about their organization. D/C Clements — The TRAC (Tactical Response to an Area of Concern) program is also a way to further community engagement. Citizens can identify an area of concern and communicate their concern to the police department and it can become a TRAC initiative. This is a way to enhance our community policing efforts. We want to know about the problems that are impact the community at the street level. If we are made aware of a rash of car burglaries, we can look at what may be some of the root causes of the problem such as poor lighting, environment factors that make it a crime hot spot. This is a continuation of the broken window concept. We could have the Captains of each area attend a committee meeting to learn about the specific concerns of each neighborhood. The TRAC concept is intended to help get officers talking directly to residents to address their concerns. Officers and residents should be involved in the solutions rather than just supervisors telling the officers what to do. We want them to take ownership in developing solutions. • Alex Fernandez — Discussion of creating sub-committees: C:\Users\Clerdagc\Appdata\Local\Microsoft\Windows\Temporary Internet Files\Content.Outlook\8Z6WTKBT\PCR Bi- Annual Report June 2019.Docx Page 15 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT 1. Alex - Part of the Power and Duties of the committee includes reviewing and making recommendations pertaining to the MBPD's budget. This should also include the dollars allocated to the G.O. Bond for police department items. We should create a sub-committee for this purpose. Adam Kravitz asked if attending a sub-committee meeting counts as attendance for the Police Citizen Relations committee. Seth Feuer advised this should be tabled for now and bring up the budget and G.O. Bond topic for a future meeting. D/C Clements advised the budget for the next fiscal year has already been submitted to the City Manager. Alex Fernandez asked if the next Chief can change the existing budget? D/C Clements advised that budget enhancements can be proposed during the fiscal year. The enhancements have to be approved by the City Manager. Necessary enhancements are not considered a change to the budget. Michael Gillman and Angie Chirino volunteered to be on this subcommittee. The opportunity to participate in this sub-committee will be sent to the entire committee via email so those that are not present tonight also have the opportunity to participate. The question of being able to call in for attendance was asked for sub committees as well as full committee meetings. Seth Feuer expressed a concern about the purpose of the subcommittee. When weighing in on their budget, it would be helpful to have an extensive understanding of the operation of the MBPD. The intent of this committee should be to help the MBPD, not work against them. The committee needs to be a positive tool to help them do a better job. Adam Kravitz made a motion to create the Police Budget sub-committee and it was seconded by multiple committee members and accepted by acclamation. Seth Feuer requested a sub-committee be formed in the future to focus on high impact special events. C:\Users\Clerdagc\Appdata\Local\Microsoft\Windows\Temporary Internet Files\Content.Outlook\8Z6WTKBT\PCR Bi- Annual Report June 2019.Docx Page 16 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT 2. Alex Fernandez proposed creating a sub-committee for safer streets. There are quality of life issues negatively impacting many neighborhoods in Miami Beach. The committee should look at running red lights, running stop signs, lack of lighting in alleyways, environmental design and quality of life issues. This should look at the conditions encountered by bicycles, pedestrians and motorists. Adam Kravitz advised that Alton Road is very unsafe for pedestrians due to the lack of sufficient lighting. Alton Road is a state road and FDOT isn't very helpful. D/C Clements the pedestrian conditions on Alton Road can be addressed as a TRAC initiative. If the residents communicate to the Police Department their concerns, we are able to address it working with other City Departments. We can work together to address the light problem. Seth Feuer advised that we don't need to create sub-committees to address neighborhood issues as most neighborhoods already have their own associations such as WAvNA and SOFNA which are very vocal in advocating for the issues that impact their neighborhoods. Motion was made by Angie Chirino to create the Safer Streets Sub- Committee and seconded by Alex Fernandez and accepted by acclamation. The opportunity to participate in the sub-committee will be sent out to all committee members via email. • Alex Fernandez proposed having two standing items on every agenda — Crime Statistics and Information on Traffic Enforcement. Adam Kravitz suggested that this information should be emailed to the committee prior to the monthly meeting. Seth Feuer advised that we should be very careful about sending out crime statistics as they are subject to interpretation and the "messaging" is very important to the economy of the City. For example, there was just a very negative article about Miami Beach in the Miami Herald that suggested the writer was "breaking-up" with the City due to current conditions and the break-up was the fault of the City. Crime statistics are easily manipulated and can be used to convey negative messaging. D/C Clements cautioned that crime statistics need to be verified before they are released and a crime that is reported and classified a certain way does not always end up being a factual account of what happened. The Part 1 UCR crime statistics that are C:\Users\Clerdagc\Appdata\Local\Microsoft\Windows\Temporary Internet Files\Content.Outlook\8Z6WTKBT\PCR Bi- Annual Report June 2019.Docx Page 17 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT reported to FDLE are submitted twice a year and go through a significant vetting process. Significant arrests/cases are publicized by the PIO Officer Ernie Rodriguez. The area Captains can attend the committee meetings and provide information on significant events and arrests in their areas. The MBPD conducts crime solutions meetings biweekly to address crime trends and deploy assets to areas that are identified as having spikes in various crimes. The committee agreed that it would be better to have the Captains attend periodically to present information on significant events or arrests in their areas. Alex Fernandez there should be a plan for the committee to disseminate information. • Alex Fernandez proposed adding high impact events/promoters using Eventbrite and recapping MDW to the agenda for the June meeting. Michael Gillman asked if there were special funds set aside in the police budget for special events such as MDW. D/C Clements advised that yes there are specific funding items for anticipated special events such as spring break and MDW. (SPECIAL MEETING HELD ON JUNE 3) June —The June 18th meeting was cancelled by Chairman Alex Fernandez for lack of a quorum. MIAMI BEACH FUTURE ACTIVITIES: POLICE/CITIZENS RELATIONS COMMITTEE 2018 CALENDAR January 16, 2018 May 15, 2018 September 25, 2018* February 20, 2018 June 19, 2018 October 16, 2018 March 20, 2018 July 17, 2018 November 20, 2018 April 17, 2018 NO AUGUST MEETING December 18, 2018 C:\Users\Clerdagc\Appdata\Local\Microsoft\Windows\Temporary Internet Files\Content.Outlook\8Z6WTKBT\PCR Bi- Annual Report June 2019.Docx Page 18 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT *changed from September 18 due to Yom Kipper All of the above meetings will be held in the Community Room of the Miami Beach Police Department at 6:00 p.m. MIAMIBEACH 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. C:\Users\Clerdagc\Appdata\Local\Microsoft\Windows\Temporary Internet Files\Content.Outlook\8Z6WTKBT\PCR Bi- Annual Report June 2019.Docx Page 19 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT MIAMI BEACH C:\Users\Clerdagc\Appdata\Local\Microsoft\Windows\Temporary Internet Files\Content.Outlook\8Z6WTKBT\PCR Bi- Annual Report June 2019.Docx Page 20 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: Production Industry Council - PIC CHAIRPERSON: Daniel Davidson CITY LIAISON: Heather Shaw/Veronica Hennig NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD: 5 meetings held. Second Thursday of every month with June/July combined. ACTIVITY: To understanding, evaluate and advance the benefits of film, production and entertainment as it relates to residents, business, tourism and overall commerce for the City of Miami Beach. Special areas of focus include, but are not limited to: • Understanding and promoting the importance of State and local film incentives. • Helping to establish the strong link between a well-funded / politically supported film incentive program and a robust Florida economy with growing tourism and enhancing the "Florida" brand. • Update of Film Incentive Guidelines • Understanding and propose streamlined methods for Freight Loading Zone permitting process as it relates to production and temporary event sector. • To attend, observe and develop relationships with attendees of National Association of Television Producers and Executives ("NATPE") and other industry organizations. • Discussion of Miami-Dade County Direct Film Incentive • Liaise with the Office of Film and Entertainment ("OFE"), FilmFlorida and provide support when and where necessary to increase availability and access to film incentives. • Prepare and distribute Letters to City Commissioners with overview of PIC activities and recommendations for positive change for film and production industry. • Collaborate with Miami Dade Film Office as the County looks to implement local incentive program. • Discussion of success of Grand Hotel, Bad Boys 3 and the Marvelous Mrs. Maisel filming and methods to improve event production/location management that provides community support of film, TV and photography. • Better understand the impediments to film incentives and help posture this, and other organizations, to reserve the dangerous trend of diminishing economic support of film and digital production at the local, county, regional and state levels. • To apprise local political leadership on the importance of the streamlining processes for obtaining permits when applicants are in compliance with local laws and ordinances. • Meetings and presentations to update City commissioners on the changing and increasingly complex environment for production companies to secure State tax credits, financing and other incentives. • Provided legislative support to Film Florida and industry during Legislative session. Jan-June 2019 Page 1 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT MIAivlIBEALH FUTURE ACTIVITIES: • Ongoing efforts in areas outlined above including new areas of focus as may be determined by change in political climate as it relates to film incentives, permitting issues, or other challenges or opportunities as may arise. • To identify other areas of economic and other support to incentivize both established and emerging film and digital production in the State of Florida and more specifically Miami-Dade. • Work with City, VCA, and CAC to identify ways to improve existing and potential opportunities for incentivizing productions to Miami Beach. • Identify types of productions most in need of support (i.e. indie film, digital media) and continue to explore finance options through the digital/film finance subcommittee. • Create a location scout and consumer facing/focused sizzle reels • Create a Miami Beach Film Marketing Campaign • Community Outreach Seminar • Educate the residents and key stakeholders in the community on film • Discuss the Economic Impact on film to a community • Continue to actively partner to showcase local film screenings of Miami Beach local filmmakers. • Encouraging the marketing/FAM trips of Miami Beach locales. MIAMIBEACH ACCOMPLISHMENTS: • Successfully revised the Film Guidelines to be less restrictive and as a result, requests for grants has increased. • Successfully transitioned a new Director of Tourism and Culture and new Film Liaison smoothly in record speed. • Continue to receive accolades about the handling of Bad Boys 3 and the Marvelous Mrs. Maisel filming. • Smoothly transitioning into a more customer friendly and customer welcoming operation with film productions wanting to return and do business with the City of Miami Beach. • Actively working with City Departments to identify problematic locations to elevate negative impact on residents. • Creating a multifaceted `Strategic Plan' that will build awareness of, educate and promote film production in Miami Beach. MIAMIBEACH Jan-June 2019 Page BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: Resiliency Communications Committee (Formatted:Right: -0.01" CHAIRPERSON: Tonya Daniels, Director of Communications CITY LIAISON: Amy Knowles, Deputy Resiliency Officer NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD: 1 ACTIVITY: 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 discussed: • Community Rating System (CRS) score improvement • National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) Risk Rating 2.0 • Update on tracking of new elevated properties, retrofits and dashboards • Update on resilience communications • Next steps to address as a committee MIAMI BEACH, C:\Users\Clerdagc\Appdata\Local\Microsoft\Windows\Temporary Internet Files\Content.Outlook\8Z6WTKBT\20190625BC Bi-Annual Report-Ak(002).Docx_: _.- . e:: ••. •• e-. .. __ Bi Annual Report RCC June 2918.Docx Page 1 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT FUTURE ACTIVITIES: The Program for Public Information (PPI) requires the City to continue increasing flood awareness in the community. In order to do this, the City will be updating flood awareness fact sheets to reflect the most accurate and up-to-date information. The fact sheets will continue to be sent out to residents through maiishared with target audiences through different ways such as MB Macazine, . The City will also continue sharing flood awareness information through online, community meetings and social media posts. The Committee will meet at least once annually to monitor and evaluate the progress of projects. Performance indicators will help the Committee track progress toward established outcomes outlined on the Resiliency Communications Plan. The next committee meeting will take place during this fall. C.\Users\Clerdaoc\Appdata\Local\Microsoft\Windows\Temporary Internet Files\Content.Outlook\8Z6WTKBT\20190625BC Bi-Annual Report-Ak(002).Docx-: - - e::•••. •• a-. .. - __ __ Bi Annual Report RCC June 2918.Docx Page 2 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT MIAMI BEACH ACCOMPLISHMENTS: Miami Beach's (CRS) Score has improved to Class 5 in April of 2019. This designation makes Miami Beach one of only two cities in Miami-Dade County to achieve this score, which will increase flood insurance premiums savings from 20% to 25% citywide. The new estimated savings are expected to increase from $6.6 million to $8.3 million annually. This will help offset any increasing federal rates. In previous years, an inventory of public information efforts was conducted to track flood messaging, frequency of distribution and responsible party. The Committee continues increasing flood awareness through the dissemination of messages to the community and is on track with the completion of projects planned for 2019. Annnual Evaluation Report was created on November 14`h of Icy 2018 through resolution 2018 (Formatted:Superscript 306 8 to evaluate outcomes from the Resiliency Communications Plan. The Committee uses Comment[KA1]:This should nciude the CC performance indicators that measure progress toward the outlined outcomes of the Plan. In date and Reso s addition, the City is developing dashboards that will further analyze and visualize data related to flood risk reduction efforts. In addition, a letter from the Mayor encouraging residents to purchase insurance was mailed to residents this May. Key messages developed by this Committee continue to be used by the Communications team when advising and alerting residents about real-time flooding and actions to take. C:\Users\Clerdagc\Appdata\Local\Microsoft\Windows\Temporary Internet Files\Content.Outlook\8Z6WTKBT\20190625BC Bi-Annual Report-Ak(002).Docx-: -.- - g::.--- -- a-. e e _- -- - Page3 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT 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: 5 ACTIVITY: January 2019 —June 2019 January Meeting: The Committee met and there were updates on the Senior Meal Programs, the Caregiver Parking Program, Social Workers at Senior Centers and Community Outreach for the Senior Affairs Committee. February Meeting: The Committee met and there were update on Senior Citizens Discounts, Atlantic Broadband. The Committee approved the Senior Affairs Committee Outreach Flyer. It was also discussed for Diana to reach out to Boucher Brothers to see about getting senior citizens discount for beach chairs. March Meeting: The Committee met and there were update on Grandparents programs, senior citizen discounts, Atlantic Broadband and the Hispanic Affairs Committee. April Meeting: The Committee met and there was an update on the senior discounts, Atlantic Broadband, Seniors Got Talent Event, Stella Maris Crosswalk. No Meeting in May June Meeting- The Committee met and there was an update on the Foster Grandparents, Hurricane Preparedness, Communications update and Alliance for Aging. 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 • Provided free beach chairs and umbrellas for Seniors behind UNIDAD FUTURE ACTIVITIES: Continue the mission of the committee by focusing on senior meal plans, transportation, health care, and recreational programs. BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: Sustainability Committee CHAIRPERSON: Dave Doebler CITY LIAISON: Flavia Tonioli NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD: 5 ACTIVITY: Identify and promote policies and practices with the City of Miami Beach aimed at achieving a sustainable environment, as well as to minimize negative impacts and maximize benefits to the environment. FUTURE ACTIVITIES: Support continued efforts to monitor and maintain the cleanliness of the city's waterways. Identify opportunities for incorporating green infrastructure, reducing stormwater impacts, and improving water quality citywide. Identify opportunities for the anti-litter and recycling campaign. Identify opportunities for the energy efficiency and water conservation initiatives throughout the city. Support tree canopy and green space as a priority within the city. Support initiatives and policies to mitigate for the city's transportation carbon footprint and reduce GHG emissions, such as bike pathways, EV stations, public transportation (non-diesel), water transportation and other alternative modes of transportation. Continue to support initiatives to reduce city-wide energy consumption. Continue to support policies and initiatives for the solar market development. Continue to support policies and initiatives for green, white, blue and solar roofs, and sustainable building in general. Continue to support grants for sustainability initiatives. Support the development of programs that enhance the city's natural resources. Support the reduction of fertilizer/pesticide use. Support the recommendations of the recycling assessment to improve citywide recycling. Identify opportunities for seagrass restoration efforts. Identify opportunities to increase protecting and increase the urban forest. C:\Users\Clerdagc\Appdata\Local\Microsoft\Windows\Temporary Internet Files\Content.Outlook\8Z6WTKBT\BC Bi- Annual Report June 2019.Docx Page 1 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT ACCOMPLISHMENTS: Supported outreach campaign to inform the residences and the business community of the polystyrene ban. Continued to identify and combat concerns with ongoing litter issues. Continued to support the development of an anti-litter campaign for residents and visitors. Continued to support the allocation of funds towards the city's recycling and/or educational campaigns. Continued to engage public works on pollution controls in the new stormwater system. Urged the Miami-Dade County to expand existing recycling program in Miami-Dade County beaches. Developed cigarette litter mitigation ideas and currently working on the implementation of dedicated cigarette butt ashcans throughout the city. Initiated the efforts for the City of Miami Beach to collaborate with the franchisee waste haulers on implementing the proposal on unified coloring and messaging for new waste and recycling dumpsters. Developed guidelines for the updated Special Events Guidelines with the goal to promote sustainability within city sanctioned events. Provided support and feedback on expanding the #PlasticFreeMB business certification program. Supported the creation of the MBRisingAbove self-guided tour app. Supported the development and adoption of a plastic bag and straw ordinance. Supported Miami-Dade County's resolution to create the Biscayne Bay Task Force to address concerns related to Biscayne Bay restoration and enhancement strategies as well as other ecological concerns. Appointed a committee member as an Ex-Officio Non-Voting Member to the Mayor's G.O. Bond Oversight Committee. Supported efforts to ban the sale of sunscreen products that contain Oxybenzone and Octinoxate and recognized destination Brands, the City's official sunscreen brand, on their efforts to remove these chemicals from their products. Supported interactive signage promoting Bird Sanctuaries and includes identifying native and migratory bird species habitats. Supported all efforts to make the reduction of CO2 emissions a primary focus of the fleet assessment, including providing appropriate funding, considering total cost of ownership, and prioritizing the use of electric vehicles Supported expanding the elimination on the sale or use of single-use plastic beverage straws and single-use plastic stirrers city-wide. MIAMI BEACH C:\Users\Clerdagc\Appdata\Local\Microsoft\Windows\Temporary Internet Files\Content.Outlook\8Z6WTKBT\BC Bi- Annual Report June 2019.Docx Page 2 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: TRANSPORTATION, PARKING & BICYLE PEDESTRIAN FACILITIES COMMITTEE CHAIRPERSON: AL FEOLA CITY LIAISON: SAUL FRANCES NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD: FIVE (5) ACTIVITY: January 14,2019: • Proposed Changes to TPBPFC Structure • Trolley Loops A & B — Timing Concerns • Streetscape Design for West Ave Neighborhood • Ticketing vs Ticketing & Towing Vehicles in Residential Neighborhoods • Transportation Department Items: o Park View Island Pedestrian Safety o Trolley Ridership Figures • Status Report Items: Parking Status Report — October 2018 February 11,2019: • Pedestrian Danger • SOFNA Meeting & Senior Community Meeting re: Trolley Schedule A & B Routing Options • Nikki Beach Parking Lot & Estimated Time of Completion • TPBPFC Structure • Transportation Department Items: o Establishing a Pilot for an Electric-Assist Bicycle Sharing Program o Verbal Update on Greenways o Trolley Ridership Figures • Status Report Items: Parking Status Report— November 2018 March 11, 2019 • Board & Committees/Quarterly Meetings • TPBPFC Interests, Goals & Priorities • Transportation Department Items: o Mid-Beach Trolley Route Options o South Beach Trolleys Service Map o Trolley Ridership Figures April 8, 2019 • On-Street Truck Loading • Bike Lanes 42nd ST & Bay Drive F:\PING\$ALL\Claudia\TPC\Biannual Reports\2019\Jan-June.Docx Page 1 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT • Trolley Ridership Experience • Electric Bike Rentals • Upcoming Committee Elections • Transportation Department Items: o Trolley Advertising o Citywide Trolley Service Map o Mid-Beach Trolley Route Options o A Bus Issues o Trolley Ridership Figures • Status Report Items: Parking Status Reports — December 2018; January & February 2019 May 13, 2019: • Committee Protocols • Long Term Parking Solutions for Non-Beach Resident Employees • Zone Parking & Annual Permit or Semi- Annual Permit Fees • Proposed Garage in Flamingo Park • 71st / Maimonides Alley Parking Situation • Transportation Department Items: o Electric "Foot" Scooter Ban o Signage at Bus Stops o Flamingo Park Traffic Circle During High Impact Weekends & Allowing Ride- Share/Taxi Service with Proof of Valid Pick-Up Address within Zone o Trolley Ridership Figures June 3, 2019: • Nikki Beach Lot • Indian Creek Drive Project • Zone Parking & Annual Permit Fees • Transportation Department Items: o Electric "Foot" Scooter Ban o 395 Bike Lane Project o Safety & Speed Controlling Measures for Collins Ave & Indian Creek Dr. from 23rd to 41st Street • Status Report Items: Parking Status Report — March 2019 MIAMI BEACH F \PING\$ALL\Claudia\TPC\Biannual Reports\2019\Jan-June.Docx Page 2 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT FUTURE ACTIVITIES: PARKING: • Freight Loading Zones • Scooter/ Motorcycle Parking • Electric Vehicle Charging Stations • Smart Parking (Mobile Applications / LPR / Space Monitoring) • Collins Park Garage • Garage/Surface Lot Development — City Owned / 13th Street & Collins / Biscayne Beach • Garage Development— Public/Private — North Beach Town Center • North Beach Civic Complex / 72nd Street Garage TRANSPORTATION ACTIVITIES (FY 2019/2020): • Further development and implementation of pedestrian improvements consistent with the Adopted Modal Prioritization Resolution and adopted 2016 Transportation Master Plan including implementation of pedestrian priority zones, exclusive pedestrian phases at signalized intersections, and LED pedestrian flashing beacons at crosswalks • Further development and build-out of a citywide bicycle network, including projects recommended in the Adopted Transportation Master Plan and Bicycle-Pedestrian Master Plan (e.g. painting green bike lanes, installing bicycle corrals and bicycle parking at parking garages and street ends, installing bike repair stations, and implementing parking-protected and buffered bike lanes, neighborhood greenways, complete streets, and shared-use off- road paths) • Consistent with the Miami-Dade County Strategic Miami Area Rapid Transit (SMART) Plan, implementation of regional mass transit solutions including the Beach Express Bus Express Rapid Transit (BERT) projects using the shoulders of the Julia Tuttle and MacArthur Causeways (i.e. Beach Express North BERT, Beach Express Central BERT, and Beach Express South BERT) • Consistent with the Adopted Miami-Dade County SMART Plan, continue to work with Miami- Dade County and the community to select a locally preferred alternative for the Beach Corridor Rapid Transit Project which proposes a premium rapid transit connection across the MacArthur Causeway connecting Miami Beach, Downtown Miami, Midtown Miami, and Design District • Implementation of the Intelligent Transportation System and Smart Parking System Project to improve traffic flow, enhance parking availability, improve incident response, communicate incidents affecting traffic to the motoring public, and more efficiently manage congestion in real-time • Planning and development of mobility hubs and intercept parking garages in South Beach, Mid-Beach, and North Beach to improve the convenience of multimodal transfers and promote the use of alternative forms of transportation F:\PING\$ALL\Claudia\TPC\Biannual Reports\2019\Jan-June.Docx Page 3 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT • Implement traffic mitigation strategies in connection with the FDOT Signature Bridge Project, including working with Miami-Dade County and FDOT to 1) implement a commuter waterborne ferry service connecting Miami Beach and Miami; 2) enhance Route A bus service across the Venetian Causeway; 3) implement short-term modifications to Route 150 (Airport Express) to serve Mount Sinai Medical Campus, the Fontainebleau Hotel„ and City Center; and 4) secure County approval to waive tolls on the Venetian Causeway as necessary • Execution of a construction//operation/maintenance contract with the selected proposer for installation of new iconic bus shelters throughout the City • Continue the bicycle and pedestrian safety campaign in collaboration with Communications and Police Departments • Continue the implementation of traffic signal retiming efforts to improve traffic flow along major thoroughfares citywide • Continue exploring partnerships and sponsorship opportunities for pilot/demonstration projects in the City advancing autonomous vehicle technology, including autonomous mass transit shuttles • Implement on-demand transit service to provide first mile/last mile connectivity in areas currently not served or underserved by the City's trolley service and/or County bus service (contingent upon the outcome of an ongoing pilot program) • Implement a Citywide Mobility Fee Program via Ordinance • Continue collaborating with Miami-Dade County to implement Adaptive Traffic Signal Control (Smart Traffic Signals) along the City's major thoroughfares • Deploy an integrated multimodal mobile application to provide mobility as a service MIAMI BEACH F:\PING\$ALL\Claudia\TPC\Biannual Reports\2019\Jan-June.Docx Page 4 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT ACCOMPLISHMENTS: January 14, 2019: Proposed Changes to TPBPFC Structure: ✓ Motion Passed: TPBPFC asked the Mayor & Commission to pull item from January 16, 2019 Commission agenda — asked for clear definition to be provided as to reasons why proposed changes were brought up and requested (LTC #026-2019) Trolley Loops A & B: ✓ Motion Passed: TPBPFC asked for third time for Mayor & Commission to look into Belle Isle Loop being over serviced and reason why the Transit Alliance voted the City of Miami Beach a four (4) instead of five (5)P; Committee asked to reevaluate to add more service to South Beach A & B which are under serviced (LTC #071-2019) February 11, 2019: TPBPFC Structure: ✓ Motion Passed: TPBPFC asked that item be pulled from February 13th Commission agenda; Committee felt that upon removal of the Lincoln Road Marketing, Inc. seat, Committee will have a total of 13 active members that represent entire City (LTC #084-2019) Pilot for an Electric-Assist Bicycle Sharing Program: ✓ Motion Passed: TPBPFC recommended for City to enter into conversation with existing company City has for bicycle sharing — Citibike, as they have provided good service throughout their contract with the City (LTC #084-2019) March 11, 2019: Board & Committees Quarterly Meetings: ✓ Motion Passed: TPBPFC asked to continue to meet on monthly basis, as transportation issues are vital to City and important to public safety and quality of life; if Committee were not to have citizen input about transportation issues in a continuous manner, situation will only worsen (LTC #136-2019) April 8, 2019: Enhanced Bike Lanes: ✓ Motion Passed: TPBPFC asked that in order to help reduce the cost of enhanced bike lanes, any priority of installation of bike lanes/enhanced bicycle-pedestrian corridors, be brought to the TPBPC for vetting (LTC #223-2019) Venetian Causeway Bridge: ✓ Motion Passed: TPBPFC recommended for Mayor& Commission to approve the lockdown of the Venetian Causeway Bridge (East Bridge) during morning rush: 7a to 10a, and afternoon rush: 4p to 7p, Monday-Friday (LTC #223-2019) May 13, 2019: 71st ST / Maimonides Alley Parking Situation: ✓ Motion Passed: TPBPFC asked that parking on north side of Maimonides alley be angled parking on both sides of street, making it a one-way street westbound to create the additional F:\PING\$ALL\Claudia\TPC\Biannual Reports\2019\Jan-June.Docx Page 5 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT parking Flamingo Park Traffic Circle During High Impact Weekends & Allowing Ride-Share/Taxi Service with Proof of Valid Pick-Up Address within Zone: ✓ Motion Passed: TPBPFC asked that City Manager direct Police to allow ride-share providers access to the Memorial Day Weekend security perimeter around the Flamingo Park neighborhood for pick-up, upon proof of a visual phone/app with the resident's location June 3, 2019: Indian Creek Project (LTC #324-2019: ✓ Motion 1 Passed: TPBPFC asked for the following: • Move barriers to accommodate for two (2) lanes of traffic • Maintain speed limit signs at 20 mph • Remove and relocate if possible, parking spaces between 28th & 30th Street, where necessary ✓ Motion 2 Passed: TPBPFC asked that FDOT be compelled to attend Committee meeting(s) to discuss his project MD-Transportation Planning Organization (TPO) Study: ✓ Motion Passed: TPBPFC recommended that City contact the Miami-Dade TPO to schedule public meetings and have public be engaged in planning process (LTC #349-2019) MIAMI BEACH F \PING\$ALL\Claudia\TPC\Biannual Reports\2019\Jan-June.Docx Page 6 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: Miami Beach Visitor and Convention Authority CHAIRPERSON: Steven Adkins CITY LIAISON: Grisette Roque Marcos NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD: 6 ACTIVITY: January 23, 2019 The December 17, 2018 meeting minutes were approved. Motion by Mr. Hertz to approve the December 17, 2018 meeting minutes. Seconded by Mr. Lehman. 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. An overview of a meeting to discuss a collaboration with the CAC to attract a major cultural event was provided. A presentation by Forbes Travel Guide and Lobster Ink about their new online training tool was provided to the Board. A discussion about the current hotel room night contract requirement was held. An update on the RFP 1-18/19 was provided to the Board. The Selection Committee for the RFP 1-18/19 was chosen to include Mr. Jeff Lehman, Mr. Adrian Gonzalez, and Mr. Tim Nardi. A discussion regarding the Miami Beach Visual Memoirs Project was held. February 26, 2019: The January 23, 2019 meeting minutes were approved. Motion by Mr. Gonzalez to approve the January 23, 2019 meeting minutes. Seconded by Mr. Lehman. Motion passes unanimously. Y:\Admin\BC Bi-Annual Report January -June 2019.Docx Page 1 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT A grant was awarded to the Miami Beach Visual Memoirs Project. Motion by Mr. Lehman to grant $30,000 for the Miami Beach Visual Memoirs Project. Seconded by Mr. Hertz. Motion passes unanimously. The Forbes Travel Guide Online Training Proposal was reviewed and approved. Motion by Mr. Gonzalez to approve the Forbes Travel Guide online training proposal in the amount of $33,025. Seconded by Mr. Lehman. Motion passes unanimously. The Forbes Travel Guide Live Training Proposal was approved. Motion by Mr. Hertz to approve the Forbes Travel Guide live training proposal. Seconded by Mr. Nardi. Motion passes unanimously. A discussion regarding participation in Extra's Mansions and Millionaires was held. Motion by Mr. Lehman to allocate $15,000, subject to having control over the content. Seconded by Mr. Gonzalez. Motion passes unanimously. March 21, 2019 The February 26, 2019 meeting minutes were approved. Motion by Mr. Gonzalez to approve the February 26, 2019 meeting minutes. Seconded by Mr. Hertz. 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. A grant in the amount of$40,000 was awarded to the American Black Film Festival (ABFF). Motion by Mr. Gonzalez to grant $40,000 to the American Black Film Festival (ABFF). Seconded by Mr. Lehman. Motion passes unanimously. A grant in the amount of$28,000 was awarded to SwimShow. Motion by Mr. Hertz to grant $28,000 to SwimShow. Seconded by Mr. Lehman. Motion passes unanimously. A grant in the amount of $59,500 was awarded to Paraiso Miami Beach. Motion by Mr. Gonzalez to grant $59,500 for Paraiso Miami Beach. Seconded by Mr. Hertz. Motion passes unanimously. An update on RFP 1-18/19 was provided to the Board. Y:\Admin\BC Bi-Annual Report January -June 2019.Docx Page 2 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT April 30, 2019 The March 21, 2019 meeting minutes were approved. Motion by Mr. Gonzalez to approve the March 21, 2019 meeting minutes. Seconded by Mr. Hertz. 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. A discussion about new events and potential grant applicants was held. The RFP 1-18/19 Top Qualifiers made their presentations to the Board. They included Harrison & Shriftman, Hill & Knowlton/SAMCOR, NJF, and Turner Public Relations. Hill & Knowlton/SAMCOR was chosen by the Board and will be retained as the MBVCA's PR agency of record. Motion by Mr. Lehman to begin negotiations with Hill and Knowlton/SAMCOR to retain them as the agency of record. Seconded by Mr. Rollins. Motion amended by Mr. Lehman to include the stipulation that if negotiations with H&K fail for any reason, Turner would be the second choice. Amendment accepted by Mr. Rollins. Motion passes unanimously. May 29, 2019 The April 30, 2019 meeting minutes were approved. Motion by Mr. Gonzalez to approve the April 30, 2019 meeting minutes. Seconded by Mr. Hertzberg. 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. A discussion about the recent Memorial Day Weekend activities was held. An update on the Forbes Travel Guide Hospitality Training was provided to the Board. The 2019/2020 Tourism Advancement Program guidelines were approved. Motion by Mr. Rollins to adopt the 2019/2020 Tourism Advancement Program proposed changes. Seconded by Mr. Lehman. Motion passes unanimously. Y:\Admin\BC Bi-Annual Report January -June 2019.Docx Page 3 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT June 25, 2019 The May 29, 2019 meeting minutes were approved. Motion by Mr. Lehman to approve the May 29, 2019 meeting minutes. Seconded by Mr. Hertzberg. Motion passes unanimously. The current budget figures were reviewed. The Cultural Tourism allotment was rolled over into the FY 2019/2020 budget. Motion by Mr. Hertz to roll over $90,000 into FY 2019/2020. Seconded by Mr. Lehman. Motion passes unanimously. The Board was provided with a social media report. The Board was provided with a list of upcoming grant applicants. The Board was provided with an update on the Miami Beach Convention Center bookings by Ms. Stephanie Taylor and Mr. Michael Hurt. The Board was provided with an update on the GMCVB Marketing efforts by Mr. Rolando Aedo. The Board was provided with an update on the City's Department of Tourism and Cultural Development by Mr. Matt Kenny. MIAMI BEACH Y:Wdmin\BC Bi-Annual Report January -June 2019.Docx Page 4 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT FUTURE ACTIVITIES: The next MBVCA Board meeting will be held on Tuesday, July 16, 2019 at 1:30 pm. ACCOMPLISHMENTS: January 23, 2019 The December 17, 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 overview of a meeting to discuss a collaboration with the CAC to attract a major cultural event was provided. A presentation by Forbes Travel Guide and Lobster Ink about their new online training tool was provided to the Board. A discussion about the current hotel room night contract requirement was held. An update on the RFP 1-18/19 was provided to the Board. The Selection Committee for the RFP 1-18/19 was chosen to include Mr. Jeff Lehman, Mr. Adrian Gonzalez, and Mr. Tim Nardi. A discussion regarding the Miami Beach Visual Memoirs Project was held. Y:\Admin\BC Bi-Annual Report January- June 2019.Docx Page 5 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT February 26, 2019: The January 23, 2019 meeting minutes were approved. A grant was awarded to the Miami Beach Visual Memoirs Project. The Forbes Travel Guide Online Training Proposal was reviewed and approved. The Forbes Travel Guide Live Training Proposal was approved. A discussion regarding participation in Extra's Mansions and Millionaires was held, with $15,000 allocated towards the project, subject to having control over the content. March 21 , 2019 The February 26, 2019 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 $40,000 was awarded for the American Black Film Festival (ABFF). A grant in the amount of $28,000 was awarded for SwimShow. A grant in the amount of $59,500 was awarded for Paraiso Miami Beach.. An update on RFP1-18/19 was provided to the Board. April 30, 2019 The March 21, 2019 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. Y:\Admin\BC Bi-Annual Report January -June 2019.Docx Page 6 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT A discussion about new events and potential grant applicants was held. The RFP 1-18/19 Top Qualifiers made their presentations to the Board. They included Harrison & Shriftman, Hill & Knowlton/SAMCOR, NJF, and Turner Public Relations. Hill & Knowlton/SAMCOR was chosen by the Board and will be retained as the MBVCA's PR agency of record. May 29, 2019 The April 30, 2019 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 discussion about the recent Memorial Day Weekend activities was held. An update on the Forbes Travel Guide Hospitality Training was provided to the Board. The 2019/2020 Tourism Advancement Program guidelines were approved. June 25, 2019 The May 29, 2019 meeting minutes were approved. The current budget figures were reviewed. The Cultural Tourism allotment was rolled over into the FY 2019/2020 budget. The Board was provided with a social media report. The Board was provided with a list of upcoming grant applicants. The Board was provided with an update on the Miami Beach Convention Center bookings by Ms. Stephanie Taylor and Mr. Michael Hurt. The Board was provided with an update on the GMCVB Marketing efforts by Mr. Rolando Aedo. Y:\Admin\BC Bi-Annual Report January - June 2019.Docx Page 7 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT The Board was provided with an update on the City's Department of Tourism and Cultural Development by Mr. Matt Kenny. Y:\Admin\BC Bi-Annual Report January -June 2019.Docx Page 8 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: Youth Commission CHAIRPERSON: Carolina"Carly" Martinez CITY LIAISON: Dr. Leslie Rosenfeld NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD: 5 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: • Bi-annual Job Fair • Vaping in MDCPS • Medical Marijuana and Vape Shops items • Recycling and city's anti-plastics campaigns • Legislative Action Day Youth Council Program • PD schedule in schools • After school tutoring • Official city social media platform C:\Users\Clerdagc\Appdata\Local\Microsoft\Windows\Temporary Internet Files\Content.Outlook\8Z6WTKBT\BC Bi- Annual Report(January To June 2019).Docx Page 1 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT MIAMI BEACH FUTURE ACTIVITIES: In the fall the Youth Commission will resume discussing and implementing activities for the youth of Miami Beach. Some requested support from the mayor and commission are on the following topic: • Allocate the budget of$5,000 for the Youth Commission to participate in the Legislative Action Days Youth Council program to become educated about City government along with represent and articulate the needs of youth within the Miami Beach community. C:\Users\Clerdagc\Appdata\Local\Microsoft\Windows\Temporary Internet Files\Content.Outlook\8Z6WTKBT\BC Bi- Annual Report(January To June 2019).Docx Page 2 BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT MIAMIBEACH ACCOMPLISHMENTS: Originally approved at the April 24th, 2018 youth commission meeting, a job fair was held in collaboration with city officials and companies at the SRYC on October 5th, 2018. A second fair was held on May 24th, 2019 at MBSH and due to success,the job fair has now been instated as a bi-annual event. The LTC was as follows: The Youth Commission requests the support of the Miami Beach Mayor and Commission to administer a bi- annual Job Fair for the youth of Miami Beach, as the Youth Job Fair in January was extremely successful and reached many students attending Miami Beach Senior High School. C:\Users\Clerdagc\Appdata\Local\Microsoft\Windows\Temporary Internet Files\Content.Outlook\8Z6WTKBT\BC Bi- Annual Report(January To June 2019).Docx Page 3