HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution 2026-34337RESOLUTION NO. 2026-34337
A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY
MANAGER TO NEGOTIATE AND FINALIZE A REVOCABLE LICENSE OR
TEMPORARY USE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY AND THE RHYTHM
FOUNDATION, INC., FOR THE USE OF THE GROUND -FLOOR SPACE
LOCATED AT 7605 COLLINS AVENUE, FOR A PERIOD OF SIX (6) MONTHS,
AT A NOMINAL LICENSE FEE OF ONE DOLLAR ($1.00); AND FURTHER
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE THE
AGREEMENT IN A FORM ACCEPTABLE TO THE CITY ATTORNEY.
WHEREAS, the City of Miami Beach is the owner of the property located at 7605 Collins
Avenue (the "Property"); and
WHEREAS, the Property is currently vacant and forms part of the City's real estate
portfolio in the North Beach area; and
WHEREAS, The Rhythm Foundation, Inc. ("TRF") is a Florida not -for -profit 501(c)(3) arts
organization that promotes international cultural exchange and community engagement through
live music and related programming; and
WHEREAS, TRF serves as the operator and programming partner for the Miami Beach
Bandshell (the "Bandshell"), a City -owned historic venue located at 7275 Collins Avenue, and has
long been recognized as a cultural anchor in North Beach, providing year-round performances,
educational initiatives, and community events that advance the City's cultural arts objectives; and
WHEREAS, TRF currently occupies administrative office space at 7455 Collins Avenue,
a building scheduled for demolition as part of the Ocean Terrace Project, requiring all tenants to
vacate the premises by July 31, 2026; and
WHEREAS, the impending demolition creates an operational hardship for TRF, which
requires temporary office and limited storage space to continue managing programming and
organizational functions at the Bandshell without interruption; and
WHEREAS, TRF has requested the City's assistance in securing temporary
accommodations, and the Administration has identified the ground -floor space at the Property as
an appropriate short-term solution; and
WHEREAS, providing temporary space to TRF will ensure continuity of cultural
programming at the Bandshell, support a valued nonprofit partner, and advance the City's
commitment to fostering arts and cultural vibrancy in North Beach; and
WHEREAS, the Administration recommends entering into a revocable License or
temporary Use Agreement with TRF for use of the Property for a period of six (6) months, at a
nominal fee of one dollar ($1.00), with TRF assuming responsibility for payment of all utilities and
interior janitorial services and the City retaining responsibility for routine maintenance.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT DULY RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, that the Mayor and City
Commission hereby approve and authorize the City Manager to negotiate and finalize a revocable
License or temporary Use Agreement between the City and The Rhythm Foundation, Inc., for the
use of the ground -floor space located at 7605 Collins Avenue, for a period of six (6) months, at a
nominal license fee of one dollar ($1.00); and further authorize the City Manager and City Clerk
to execute the Agreement in a form acceptable to the City Attorney.
PASSED and ADOPTED this dq day of Lvlf 2026.
ATTEST:
7`4 JUL 14 2026
Rafael E. G anado, Secretary Steven Meiner, Mayor
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MIAMI BEACH
COMMISSION MEMORANDUM
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Commission
FROM: Eric Carpenter, City Manager
DATE: June 24, 2026
TITLE A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA. APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY
MANAGER TO NEGOTIATE AND FINALIZE A SIX (6) MONTH REVOCABLE
LICENSE OR TEMPORARY USE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF MIAMI
BEACH AND THE RHYTHM FOUNDATION, INC., FOR THE TEMPORARY USE OF
THE GROUND -FLOOR SPACE LOCATED AT 7605 COLLINS AVENUE, AT A
NOMINAL LICENSE FEE OF ONE DOLLAR ($1.00)' AND AUTHORIZING THE
CITY MANAGER AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE THE LICENSE OR
TEMPORARY USE AGREEMENT IN A FORM ACCEPTABLE TO THE CITY
ATTORNEY.
RECOMMENDATION
The Administration recommends adopting the Resolution approving a revocable License or
Temporary Use Agreement between the City of Miami Beach and The Rhythm Foundation, Inc..
authorizing a six (6) month use of the ground -floor space at 7605 Collins Avenue-
BACKGROUND/HISTORY
The City is the owner of the property located at 7605 Collins Avenue, which is more particularly
described and depicted in Exhibit 1, attached hereto. This site is part of the City's broader real
estate portfolio in the North Beach area and is currently vacant.
The Rhythm Foundation, Inc. (TRF) is a Florida not for profit 501(c)(3) arts organization dedicated
to promoting international cultural exchange and community engagement through live music and
related programming. TRF currently serves as the operator and programming partner for the
Miami Beach Bandshell, located at 7275 Collins Avenue, a City owned historic venue. Through
its stewardship of the Bandshell, TRF has become a longstanding cultural anchor in North Beach,
providing year round performances. educational initiatives, and community events that support
the City's cultural arts objectives and enhance the vibrancy of the surrounding neighborhood.
ANALYSIS
TRF currently occupies an administrative office space at 7455 Collins Avenue. This building is
scheduled for demolition as part of the Ocean Terrace redevelopment project. As part of the
project timeline, all existing tenants must vacate the premises no later than July 31, 2026. This
deadline creates a significant operational challenge for TRF, which relies on its office space to
manage day to day administrative functions, coordinate programming at the Bandshell, and store
essential equipment and materials.
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Recognizing the importance of maintaining continuity in TRF's operations —and the organizations
role as a key cultural partner, the Foundation has reached out to the City to request assistance in
identifying a temporary office location. TRF's needs are modest: a functional workspace for staff
and limited storage capacity sufficient to support ongoing programming and administrative
activities. However, the urgency of the relocation timeline. combined with the scarcity of affordable
office space in the immediate vicinity, has prompted TRF to seek municipal support.
Providing temporary accommodations for TRF would help ensure uninterrupted cultural
programming at the Bandshell. preserve the City's partnership with a valued nonprofit operator,
and support the broader goals of cultural vitality and community engagement in North Beach.
Additionally. assisting TRF during this transition aligns with the City s longstanding practice of
supporting arts organizations that contribute to Miami Beach's identity as a cultural destination.
The Administration proposes that the City enter into a short term license agreement or Temporary
Use Agreement with The Rhythm Foundation. Inc. for a period of six (6) months revocable license
agreement, at a nominal license fee of one dollar ($1.00) Under the proposed arrangement, the
City would retain responsibility for all utilities and routine maintenance associated with the
property, ensuring that the facility remains in safe and operable condition throughout the term
As part of the license agreement or Temporary Use agreement, TRF would be required to obtain
appropriate insurance meeting all municipal risk management standards. In addition, TRF would
assume responsibility for janitorial services within the interior of the premises. ensuring that day-
to-day upkeep of the occupied space is managed directly by the organization. TRF would also
be responsible for any improvements to the facility
FISCAL IMPACT STATEMENT
NA
Does this Ordinance require a Business Impact Estimate?
(FOR ORDINANCES ONLY)
If applicable, the Business Impact Estimate (BIE) was published on:
See BIE at: https:Uwww.miamibeachfi.gov/city-hall/city-clerklmeet►ng-notices/
Does this Agenda Item support the Strategic Plan?:
Yes
If so. specify what Objective(s):
We are ambassadors of goodwill to our residents, visitors, and the business community.
FINANCIAL INFORMATION
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CONCLUSION
The Administration recommends that the Mayor and City Commission hereby approve and
authorize the City Manager to negotiate and finalize a six (6)-month revocable License or
Temporary Use Agreement between the City of Miami Beach and The Rhythm Foundation, Inc.,
for the temporary use of the ground -floor space located at 7605 Collins Avenue at a nominal fee
of one dollar ($1.00); and authorize the City Manager and City Clerk to execute the License or
Temporary Use Agreement in a form acceptable to the City Attorney.
Applicable Area
North Beach
Is this a "Residents Right to Know" item,
pursuant to City Code Section 2-17?
M
Is this item related to a G.O. Bond
Proiect?
Was this Agenda Item initially requested by a lobbyist which, as defined in Code Sec. 2-481,
includes a principal engaged in lobbying? No
If so, specify the name of lobbyist(s) and principal(s):
Department
City Manager
Sponsor(s)
Co-sponsor(s)
Condensed Title
License/Temp Use Agmt w/ Rhythm Foundation, Inc. (dba Bandshell), 7605 Collins Ave. CM
Previous Action (For City Clerk Use Only)
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Exhibit 1
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