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City of Miami Beach, 1700 Convention Center Drive, Miami Beach, Florida 33139, www.miamibeachll.aov
OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK, Robert Parcher, Ciy Clerk
Tel: (305) 673-7411, Fax: (305) 673-7254
03-24-2010
Daniel Novels
5242 Pine Tree Drive
Miami Beach, Florida 33140
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PSUB;IECT , ~ Miami Beach Cultural Arts Council
Congratulations! You have been appointed by the City Commission to the agency,
board or committee named above for a term ending: 12/31/2012.
Pursuant to Ordinance No. 2006-3543, commencing with terms beginning on or after
January 1st, 2007, the term of board members who are directly appointed by a member of
the City Commission shall automatically expire on December 31 of the year the appointing
elected official leaves office.
If you are unable to accept this appointment or have any questions, please call the City
Clerk's Office at 305-673-7411. Please read the enclosed materials carefully.
Congratulations again and good luck.
Sincerely,
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Robert Parcher
City Clerk
cc: Saul Frances, Parking Director
Gary Farmer
ATTACHMENTS:
Letter of Appointment
Oath
City Code Ordinance section, applicable to agency, board or committee
City Code Section 2-22, 2-23, 2-24, 2-25, 2-26, 2-458 and 2-459
Ordinance No. 2006-3543 -Amendment to City Code Section 2-22
Miami-Dade County Code Section 2-11.1 -Conflict of Interest and Code of Ethics Ordinance
City Wide Permit Application - (Parking Department Form)
Booklet -Guide to the Sunshine Amendment and Code of Ethics for Public Officers and Employee
We are committed to providing excellent public service and safey to all who live, work and play in our vibrant, tropical, historic community.
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Ciry of Miami Beach, 1700 Convenfion Center Drive, Miami Beach, Florida 33139, www.miamibeachfl.goy
OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK, Robert Parcher, Ciy Clerk
Tel: 1305) 673-7411, Fax: (305) 673-7254
TO Daniel Novela
RE: Miami Beach Cultural Arts Council
I do solemnly swear or affirm to bear true faith, loyalty and allegiance to the Government of the
United States, the State of Florida, and the City of Miami Beach, and to perform all the duties of
a member of the above-mentioned board or committee of the City of Miami Beach to which I have
been appointed for a term ending: 12/31/2012.
I have been issued a copy of Section 2-11.1 of the Miami-Dade County Code (Conflict of Interest
and Code of Ethics Ordinance), as well as theF/orida Commission on Ethics Guide to the Sunshine
Amendment and Code of Ethics for Public Officers and Employees, and understand that as a member
of a City of Miami Beach Board and/or Committee, I must comply with the financial disclosure' require-
ments of Miami-Dade County or the State of Florida (depending on the board or committee on which
I serve) on July 1st, following the closing of the calendar year on which I have served.
11 ~ niel Novela
Sworn to and subscribed before me thisp-~~ day of ~ ~ , 2010.
Silvia Prieto
Deputy Clerk
*Please visit the City of Miami Beach website at www.miamibeachfl.gov under City Clerk/BOard and Committees
for additional information regarding the Financial Disclosure Requirements.
We are committed to providing excellent public service and safely to all who live, work and play in our vibrant, tropical, historic community.
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NAME: Novela Daniel
Last Name First Name Middle Initial
HOME ADDRESS: 5242 Pine Tree Drive Miami Beach FL 33140
Apt No. House No./Street City State Zip Code
PHONE: T86-546-0878 305-371-6711 305-371-5541 dnovela@novelalaw.com
Home Work Fax Email Address
Business Name: Novela & Associates, P.A. Position:
President
Address: 1390 Brickell Avenue, Suite 200 Miami FL 33131
No. Street City State Zip Code
Professional License (describe): Florida Bar License No. 0562351 Expires: AftacPt ez copy of tfi~~ Xcerise
Pursuant to City Code section 2-22(4) a and b: Members of agencies, boards, and committees shall be affiliated with the city; this
requirement shall be fulfilled in the following ways: a) an individual shall have been a resident of the city for a minimum of six
months; orb) an individual shall demonstrate ownership/interest for a minimum of six months in a business established in the city.
• Resident of Miami Beach for a minimum of six (6) months: Yes
• Demonstrate an ownership/interest in a business in Miami Beach for a minimum of six (6) months: No
e Are you a registered voter in Miami Beach: Yes
• (Please circle one): I am now a resident of: Middle Beach
• I am applying for an appointment because I have special abilities, knowledge and experience. Please list below:
I have a very strong interest in cultural activities in my community, as demonstrated by in involvement with the Miami
Art Museum
• Are you presently a registered lobbyist with the City of Miami Beach? No
Please list your preferences in order of ranking [1] first choice [2) second choice, and [3] third choice. Please note that only three 131
choices will be observed by the City Clerk's Office. (Regular Boards of City)
Art in Public Places Committee Loan Review Committee
Board of Ad'ustment` Miami Beach Commission for Women
Bud et Adviso Committee 1 Miami Beach Cultural Arts Council
Ca ital Im rovements Pro ects Oversi ht Committee Miami Beach Sister Cities Pro ram
Committee on the Homeless Normand Shores Local Gov't Nei h. Im rovement
Committee for Qualit Education in MB Parks and Recreation Facilities Board
Communit Develo ment Advisor Personnel. Board
Community Relations Board Planhih Board"
Convention Center Advisor Board Police Citizens Relations Committee
Debarment Committee Production Industr Council
Desi n Review Board' Public Safet Advisor Committee
Disabilit Access Committee Safet Committee
Fine Arts Board Sin le Famil Residential Review Panel
Ga ,Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender (GLBT) Sustainabilit Committee
3 Golf Advisor Committee Trans arenc Reliabilit & Accountabilit Committee "TRAC"
Health Advisor Committee Trans ortation and Parkin Committee
Health Facilities Authorit Board Visitor and Convention Authorit
His anic Affairs Committee Waterfront Protection Committee
Historic Preservation Board Youth Center Advisor Board
Board Required to File State Disclosure form
Note: If applying for Youth Advisory Board, please indicate your affiliation with the Scott Rakow Youth Center:
1. Past service on the Youth Center Advisory Board: No Years of Service:
2. Present participation in Youth Center activities by your children No If yes, please list the names of your children, their
ages, and which programs. List below:
Child's name: Age: Program:
Child's name: Age: Program:
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• Have you ever been convict d o~felony: No If yes, please e~plz""';~ detail:
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• Do you currently have a violation{s) of City of Miami Beach codes: No If yes, please explain in detail:
• Do you currently owe the City of Miami Beach any money: No If yes, explain in detail
• Are you currently serving on any City Boards or Committees: No If yes; which board?
• What organizations in the City of Miami Beach do you currently hold membership in?
Name: Title:
Name: Title:
• List all properties owned or have an interest in, which are located within the City of Miami Beach:
5242 Pine Tree Drive, 1045 Lenox, 335 Collins
• I am now employed by the City of Miami Beach: No Which department?.
• Pursuant to City Code Section 2-25 (b): Do you have a
City of Miami Beach? Check all that apply. Identify the department(s):
who is employed bythe
The following information is voluntary and is neither part of your application nor has any bearing on your consideration for appointment. It is
being asked to complywith federal equal opportunity reporting requirements.
Gender: Male Race: White
Ethnic Origin: Check one only (1)
Hispanic
Physically Challenged: No
Employment Status: Employed Other:
NOTE: If appointed, you will be required to follow certain laws which apply to city boardlcommittee members.
These laws include, but are not limited to, the following:
o Prohibition from directly or indirectly lobbying city personnel (Miami Beach City Code section 2-459).
o Prohibition from contracting with the city (Miami-Dade County Code section 2-11.1).
o Prohibition from lobbying before boardlcommittee you have served on for period of one year after leaving office (Miami
Beach City Code section 2-26).
o Requirement to disclose certain financial interests and gifts (Miami-Dade County Code section 2-11.1).
{re: CMB Community Development Advisory Committee): prohibition, during tenure and for one year after leaving office,
from having any interest in or receiving any benefit from Community Development Block Grant funds for either yourself ,
or those with whom you have business or immediate family ties (CFR 570.611).
Upon request, copies of these laws may be obtained from the City Clerk.
"I hereby attest to the accuracy and truthfulness of the application and have received, read and will abide by Chapter 2,
Article VII - of the City Code "Standards of Conduct for City Officers, Employees and Agency Members."
I Daniel Novela agreed to the following terms on 12/15/2009 10:40:11 AM
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Please attach a copy of your resume'fo this application
NOTE: Applications.,wdl remain on file for a perodof one (1) calendaryear,'
Received in the City Clerk's Office by: ~SilyiQ PriR~'O Date: l2 I,LJ O~ Control No. 26~ t Date: (2- 1L/ Og_
Name of Deputy Clerk
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DANIEL NOVELA
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(305)371-6711
5242 Pine Tree Drive, Miami Beach Florida 33140 dnovela@novelalaw.com
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
NOVELA & ASSOCIATES, P.A., Miami, FL
Founding Partner -- October 2002 -Present
Novela & Associates focuses on corporate, real estate and entertainment transactional law.
Experience: Over ten years of experience negotiated, drafting and closing complex transactions in the
corporate, entertainment and real estate areas of law.
STEEL HECTOR & DAVIS, Miami, FL
Associate -- Corporate, April 2001 -October 2002
Corporate Experience: Acted as outside general counsel for numerous companies, negotiated and drafred
numerous general corporate agreements including stock purchase agreements, security
agreements, licensing agreements, letter agreements, distribution agreements, employment
agreements and stock option agreements.
TVG (TELEVISION GAMES NETWORK), Los Angeles, CA
Senior Corporate Counsel --August 2000 -March 2001
As the sole attorney for a cable television startup in the Los Angeles office, prepared all
necessary entertainment and corporate agreements and documents relating to the TVG cable
nerivork including talent agreement, licensing agreement, anchor agreements, and negotiation
with cable carries and sister cable companies at Fox Television and 20`~ Century Fox Pictures.
Corporate Experience: Prepared a bid for the privatization of the New York City Off-Track Betting
Corporation for in excess of $200 million, prepared numerous term sheets regarding possible
spin-offs and alliances concerning TVG's wagering aspects; drafted agreements related to the
TVG web site including licensing agreements, Internet merchandizing agreements, privacy
policies, web marketing agreements; drafted and negotiated cable distribution agreements, TV
commercial agreements, direct on-air sales programming agreements, simulcast agreements, on-
airtalent agreements, voice-over agreements and managed outside counsel.
CHRISTENSEN, MILLER, FINK, JACOBS, GLASER, WEIL & SHAPIRO, LosAngeles,CA
Associate -- Corporate, December 1998 -August 2000
Entertainment and Corporate Experience: Drafted and negotiated film finance, production and
distribution agreements, film merchandising agreements, licensing agreements, Internet service
agreements, security and pledge agreements, distribution agreements, employment agreements,
shareholder agreements, stock option agreements, charter documents for corporations and LLCs,
and numerous other related corporate and entertainment industry agreements and documents.
Securities and M&A Experience: Drafted S-1/prospectus for an Internet company IPO and prepared,
reviewed and negotiated related offering agreements including the underwriting agreement and
registration rights agreement, prepared numerous S-3 registration statements including shelf
registrations, prepared an S-4/proxy statement in relation to a merger, drafted a merger agreement
with regards to a merger transaction for equity and debt assumption in excess of $6 billion,
drafted and reviewed numerous 34 Act filings for seasoned and startup clients.
MILBANK, TWEED, HADLEY & MCCLOY, Los Angeles, CA
Associate -- Corporate, July 1997 -December 1998
M&A Experience: Drafted and negotiated asset purchase agreements, merger agreements, contribution
agreements and security agreements and deeds of trusts, drafted agreements for a substantial
investment in a power generation project in Argentina and Guatemala and coordinated with local
counsel.
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Securities Experience: Drafted 144A high-yield related documents including a registration rights
agreement and sections of an offering memorandum; prepared sections of a Form 10, S-1 and S-
11 for a corporation converting into a REIT; drafted an S-4/Proxy for a reincorporation merger;
drafted 34 Act filings including IOKs, IOQs, 13Ds, 13Gs, and Form 3, 4, & Ss; and conducted
due diligence on several 144A high-yield transaction.
ARMSTRONG, TEASDALE, SCHLAFLY & DAMS, Kansas City, MO
Associate -- Corporate and Real Estate, August 1996 -June 1997
General Corporate Experience: Drafted deeds of trust, security agreements, distribution
agreements, employment agreements, and other related general corporate documents.
BAR MEMBER: Missouri 1996, California 1998, Florida 2002
EDUCATION:
TULANE LAW SCHOOL, New Orleans, LA
Juris Doctor, cum laude, 1996
Honors: Selected as a "1995 National NHSF Scholar" by the NHSF/National Hispanic Bar Association;
Recipient of the "Joseph Bostick Merit Scholarship"
Activities: Committee Chairman, La Alianza Del Derecho; Student Advocate, The POPS Program
(Program for Older Prisoners); Tutor for corporate law; Phi Delta Phi
FLORIDA INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY, Miami, FL
Bachelor of Business Administration, 1993
Majors: International Business; Marketing
Honors: Academic Honors 1993
Activities: Chairman, Inter-Fraternity Council; Vice-President, FIU Law Association; 1992 Honor
Delegate, Phi Delta Theta Leadership College, Social Chairman, Phi Delta Theta.
Self-Financed Undergraduate Education
L' UNIVERSITA' LORENZO DE MEDICI, Florence, Italy
Area of Concentration: Renaissance Architecture and Design, 1991
COMMUNITY: Executive Committee, MAM (Miami Art Museum) Contemporaries; Founding
Member, MAM Young Collectors Circle; Former Member, Miami Beach
Hispanic Affairs Committee.
INTEREST: Contemporary art, gardening, architecture and design, music and travel (traveled
extensively throughout Europe, Latin America, the Caribbean and Morocco)
LANGUAGES: Fluent in Spanish
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