Michael Bath 12/31/2014 City of Miami Beach, 1700 Convention Center Drive,Miami Beach, Florida 33139,www.miamibeachfl.gov
OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK, Rafael Granada,City Clerk
Tel: (305)673-7411, Fax: (305)673-7254
Email CityClerk @miamibeach.gov
1/10/2013
Michael Bath
7135 Collins Ave. #814
Miami Beach, Florida 33141
SUBJECT: Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender (GLBT)
Congratulations! You have been reappointed by Commissioner Jerry Libbin
to the above referenced agency, board or committee for a term ending: 12/31/2014.
If you are unable to accept this appointment, please notify the City Clerk's Office at
(305) 673-7411.
Please read the enclosed material carefully. Again, congratulations and good luck.
Sincerely,
X/4,00(� F_- -
Rafael E. Granado
City Clerk
cc: Saul Frances, Parking Director
Diana Fontani
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, 2-26,2-2458, 2-459
Ordinance 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
Employees
We are committed to providing excellent public service and safety to all who live, work and play in our vibrant, tropical, historic community.
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City of Miami Beach, 1700 Convention Center Drive,Miami Beach, Florida 33139,www.miamibeachfl.gov
OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK, Rafael Granada,City Clerk
Tel: (305)673-7411, Fax: (305)673-7254
Email CityClerk @miamibeach.gov
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i TO Michael Bath
RE: Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and transgender(GLBT)
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: 12/31/2014.
1 have been issued a copy of Section 2-71.1 of the Miami-Dade County Code (Conflict of Interest and
Code of Ethics Ordinance), as well as the Florida Commission on Ethics Guide to the Sunshine Amend-
ment 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*requirements of
Miami-Dade County or ithe State of Florida (depending on the board or committee on which I serve)on
July 1,following the closing of the calendar year on whic a,vpe serve
Michael Bath
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Sworn to and subscribed before me this g day of 6,-0041, 2012.
ft—Silvia Prieto
Deputy Clerk
*Please visit the City of Miami Beach website at www.miamibeachfl.gov under City Clerk/Board and Comm
for additional information regarding the Financial Disclosure Requirement
We are committed to providing excellent public service and safety to all who live, work and play in our vibrant, tropical, historic community.
CITY OF IVIIA11111 BEACH
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Bath Michael E.
Last Name First Name Middle Initial
7135 Collins Avenue,Apt.814 Miami Beach FL 33141
Home Address City State Zip Code
N/A 305.576.5010 305.796.7057 m bath(c-thetaskforce.org
Home Telephone Work Telephone Cellular Telephone Email address
National Gay and Lesbian Task Force Position: Events Director
Business Name
801 Arthur Godfrey Road, Suite 402 Miami Beach FL 33140
Business Address City State Zip Code
Professional License(describe) N/A Expires:
Attach a copy of the license
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; or b. An individual shall demonstrate ownership/interest for a minimum of six months in a business established in the city
for a minimum of six months.
• Resident of Miami Beach for a minimum of six (6) month : Yes or No
• Demonstrate an ownership/interest in a busines in Miami ch for a minimum of six months: Yw No x
• Are you a registered vo;'Ei each: Yes x r No• I am now a resident of: Beach x out Beach Middle Beach• I am applying for an app e I have special abilities, knowledge and experience. Please lash below:
As producer of Winter Party Festival, one of my focuses is attracting LGBT visitors to Miami Beach. M; I co {
• Are you presently a registered lobbyist with the City of Miami Beach. Yes No
Please list your preferences in order of ranking [1] first choice [2] second choice, and [3] third choice,PI2Ne k6te that
only three 3 choices will be observed by the City Clerk's Office. (Regular Boards of City) ,:1 o
❑Affordable Housing Advisory Committee ❑ Fine Arts Board - ❑Normandy Shores Local Government
Neighborhood Improvement
❑Art in Public Places Committee xGay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender ❑ Parks and Recreation Facilities Board
Enhancement Committee GLBT
0 Beautification Committee ❑Golf Advisory Committee ❑ Personnel Board
❑Board of Adjustment* ' ❑ Health Advisory Committee ❑ Planning Board**
❑ Budget Advisory Committee ❑ Health Facilities Authority Board ❑ Police Citizens Relations Committee
❑Capital Improvements Projects ❑ Hispanic Affairs Committee 0 Production Industry Council
Oversight Committee
❑Committee on the Homeless ❑ Historic Preservation Board ❑Safety Committee
❑Committee for Quality Education in MB ❑ Housing Authority ❑Single Family Residential Review Panel
0 Community Development Advisory ❑ Loan Review Committee ❑Sustainability Committee
❑Community Relations Board ❑Marine Authority ❑Tennis Advisory Committee
❑Convention Center Advisory Board ❑Miami Beach Commission for Women ❑Transportation and Parking Committee
❑ Debarment Committee ❑Miami Beach Cultural Arts Council ❑Visitor and Convention Authority
❑ Design Review Board* ❑Miami Beach Human Rights Committee ❑Youth Center Advisory Board
❑ Disability Access Committee ❑Miami Beach Sister Cities Program ❑Waterfront Protection Committee
* Board Required to File State Disclosure Form
If you seek appointment to a professional seat(e.g., lawyer,architect)on the Board of Adjustment, Design Review Board,
Historic Preservation Board,or Planning Board,attach a copy of your currently-effectively license,and furnish the
following information:
Type of Professional License License Number ,
License Issuance Date ,and License Expiration Date
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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:Yes I.J No Years of Service:
2. Present participation in Youth Center activities by your children Yes ID 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:
*Have you ever been convicted of a felony:Yes r No x f yes, please explain in detail:
• Do you currently have a violation(s)of City of Miami Beach codes:.Yes No x yes, please explain in detail:
• Do you currently owe the City of Miami Beach any money: Yes La o No x yes, explain in detail
•Are you currently serving on any City Boards or Committees:Yes x r No Ca. If yes;which board?
GLBT Business Enhancement Committee
•What organizations in the City of Miami Beach do you currently hold membership in?
N/A
Name Title
Name Title
• List all properties owned or have an interest in,which are located within the City of Miami Beach:
N/A
. I am now employed by the City of Miami Beach:Yes o No x hich department?
• Pursuant to City Code Section 2-25(b): Do you have a parent , spouse L3, child U brother�, or sister who is
employed by the City of Miami Beach?Check all that apply. Identify the department(s):_No
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 comply with federal equal opportunity reporting requirements.
Ethnic Origiru.Check one only(1)
G ale x emale
X Whit (No ispanic Origin):All persons having origins in any of the original peoples of Europe,North Africa or the Middle East.
African-American/Black (Not of Hispanic Origin):All persons having origins in any of the Black racial groups of Africa.
Hispanic: All persons of Mexican, Puerto Rican,Cuban,Central or South American,or other Spanish culture or origin, regardless of race.
Asian or Pacific Islander:All persons having origins in any of the original peoples of the Far East,Southeast Asia,the Indian Subcontinent,or
the Pacific Islands. This area includes,for example,China, India,Japan,Korea,the Philippine Islands and Somoa.
American Indian or Alaskan Nativ ns having origins in any of the original peoples of North America,and who maintain
Cultural identification throw h trib affiliation or ommunity recognition.
Physically Challenged: Yes or T4
Employment Status: ployDx Ret ired _ Homemaker L:3 Other U1
Please remember to attach a current resume and a copy of any applicable
professional license.
Attach additional sheets, if necessary, to provide required information.
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NOTE: IF APPOINTED,YOU WILL BE REQUIRED TO FOLLOW CERTAIN LAWS THAT APPLY TO CITY BOARD/COMMITTEE
MEMBERS. THESE LAWS INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO,THE FOLLOWING:
• Prohibition from directly or indirectly lobbying city per (Miami Beach City Code section 2-459).
• Prohibition from contracting with the city(Miami-Dade County Code section 2-11.1).
• Prohibition from lobbying before board/committee you have served on for period of one year after leaving office (Miami Beach
City Code section 2-26).
• Requirement to disclose certain financial interests and gifts(Miami-Dade County Code section 2-11.1).
• 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 I 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."
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Applicant's gnature Date Name of Applicant(PLEASE PRINT)
Received in the City Clerk's Office by:
Name of Deputy Clerk Control No. Date
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Michael Bath
7135 Collins Avenue,Apt.814 305.796.7057
Miami Beach, FL 33141 mbathl7@aol.com
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
National Gay and Lesbian Task Force,Miami, FL,July 2004—Present
Events Director
• Plan and produce major nonprofit organization's two largest annual fundraising events, a gala
dinner and a six-day festival,generating gross revenue of close to$1.5 million.
• Create budgets and strategic plans for both events, including setting prices for sponsorship packages
and event tickets.
• Negotiate, review and/or approve all contracts and other agreements related to the two events.
• Develop and implement marketing strategies for both events, including planning content for and
maintaining event websites.
• Develop festival programming schedule of approximately 20 events designed to achieve fundraising
objectives and deliver quality experience for guests.
• Manage relationships with major corporate sponsors, international partners and individual donors.
• Recruit and direct volunteers to assist in the execution of events: work closely with executive
committee of approximately 20 members for each event; oversee volunteer base of over 75 for the
gala and over 500 for the festival.
• Manage Miami office operations,two full-time staff members and various contractors.
GaySouthFlorida,Inc.,Fort Lauderdale, FL July 2003—May 2004
Events Director
• Produced business expo with 100 exhibitors and over 3,000 attendees. Responsible for all
publicity efforts, booking of entertainment acts and recruitment of sponsors.Also created and
managed exhibitor relations campaigns. Ultimately responsible for all event logistics.
• Planned and coordinated monthly business networking luncheon with average attendance of 120.
Negotiated and contracted with venues,solicited sponsors,booked guest speakers and conducted
all marketing activities.
• Successfully launched new networking luncheons in Palm Beach and Miami-Dade counties.
• Produced various special events,including annual Holiday Cruise and launch party for company's
new magazine.
• Arranged company participation in other events,including concerts and speaking engagements.
• Managed Events Department budget.
Hughes Hubbard&Reed LLP,New York,NY,and Miami, FL,January 1996-February 2003
Director of Marketing and Communications
• Launched legal seminar series,consisting of 10 to 15 programs per year.Oversaw all aspects of
alumni receptions and other special events.
• Managed all media relations activities,including writing media releases,pitching articles to trade
and business publications and coaching attorneys on interview protocol.
• Created firm's website working with design company. Managed site content,including writing
and editing text for all pages. Established policies and procedures for site maintenance.
• Wrote and designed all business development materials,including internal and external
newsletters,advisories,brochures,announcements,directories and annual report.
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• Worked with Systems Department to develop and maintain centralized electronic library of
marketing materials.
Broadcast Music,Inc.(BMI), New York, NY, November 1988-July 1995
Manager, Industry Relations
• Oversaw trade show marketing program,including budgeting, booth design,staff training,pre-
and at-show promotions and lead follow-up system.
• Served as Senior Editor for company's promotional magazine. Directed all aspects of content and
design, including writing or editing all articles.
• Produced promotional materials for sales and marketing programs,including brochures,direct
mail pieces,fact sheets and promotional videos.
• Directed all public relations activities,including issuing media releases and writing and pitching
articles to the trade and business press.Served as spokesperson to the media. Managed
relationships with trade associations from over 10 industries.
COMMUNITY SERVICE
Heritage of Pride,New York, NY, May 1989-June 2001
Producer,The Rally, 1997-1999
• Oversaw all aspects(creative and logistical)of outdoor event featuring over 25 speakers and
performers with an audience of 10,000.
• Booked speakers and performers and directed stage production.
• Created and managed all aspects of marketing program involving event program,display ads,
posters and fliers.
• Recruited and trained team of volunteer managers and staff of more than 125 volunteers.
Writer/Producer,Annual Thank You Party and Awards Ceremony, 1996 and 1997
• Planned and executed all aspects of reception and Awards Ceremony attended by 500 people.
• Booked presenters,emcee,performers and DJ;wrote script for awards ceremony;directed 90-
minute awards ceremony.
• Developed slide show choreographed to music.
Media Director, 1994-1996
• Launched media relations campaign garnering local and national coverage.
• Served as editor of New York City Pride Guide, re-launched and served as editor of The Lavender
Line,the organization's quarterly newsletter.
• Created and executed plan for advertising placements,poster distribution and public service
announcements.
Empire State Pride Agenda, New York, NY,October 1998-October 2000 Assistant
Stage Manager,various events
• Acted as production liaison to Cyndi Lauper during Spring 2000 fundraising event;supervised
sound crew at annual black-tie fundraising dinners,which featured keynote speeches by Hillary
Rodham Clinton(2000),President Bill Clinton(1999)and Vice President Al Gore(1998).
EDUCATION
B.S.,Broadcasting,University of Florida,May 1988
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received or any person received for your benefit or use during the disclosure period. The
income of your spouse or any business partner need not be disclosed. If continued on a
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City of Miami Beach
1700 Convention Center Drive,
Miami Beach, Florida 33139,
www.miamibeachfl.gov
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE CityClerk @miamibeachfl.gov
Telephone: 305.673.7411 Fax: 305.673.7254
Acknowledgement of fines/suspension for Board Members for failure to comply with Miami-Dade
County Financial Disclosure Code Provision Code Section 2-11.1(i) (2)
Board Member's Name: f\/",\ = �� G-
I understand that no later than July 1, of each year all members of Boards and Committees of the City of
Miami Beach, including those of a purely advisory nature, are required to comply with Miami-Dade County
Disclosure Requirements. This means that the members of City Advisory Boards, whose sole or primary
responsibility is to recommend legislation or give advice to the City Commission, must file, even though you
may have been recently appointed.
You must file one of the following with the City Clerk of Miami Beach, 1700 Convention Center Drive, Miami
Beach, Florida, by July 1 each year.
1. A "Source of Income Statement" (attached); or
2. A "Financial Statement" (attached); or
3. A Copy of the person's current Federal Income Tax Return
Failure to file, according to the Miami-Dade County Code Chapter 1, General Provision, Section 1-5,
may subject the person or firm to a fine not to exceed $500.00 or by imprisonment in the county jail for
a period not to exceed sixty days, or both.
Signature Date
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