Charlotte Libov 12/31/2013 MIAtOIBE:A H
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: 13051 673-7411, Fax: (305)673-7254
Email CiyClerk @miamibeach.gov
04-04-2013
Charlotte Libov
SUBJ, Miami Beach Sister Cities Program
Congratulations! You have been appointed by Mayor Matti Herrera Bower
to the agency, board or committee named above for a term ending: 12/31/2013.
Pursuant to Ordinance No. 2006-3543, commencing with terms beginning on or after
January 1, 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,
Rafa I 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, 2-458 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 safety to all who live, work and play in our vibrant, tropical, historic community.
MIAMIBEACH
City of Miami Beach, 1700 Convention Center Drive,Miami Beach, Florida 33139,www.miamibeachfl.aov
OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK, Rafael Granada,City Clerk
Tel: (305)673-7411, Fax: (305)673-7254
Email CiyClerk @miamibeach.gov
TO Charlotte Libov
RE: Miami Beach Sister Cities Program
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 2-11.1 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 which I have served.
Charlotte Libov
Sworn to and subscribed before me this c29 day of. -�c,� , 2013.
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.
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BOARD AND COMMITTEE APPLICATION FOI2PJI
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Position:
Business Name
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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) months: Yes I—dor No
• Demonstrate an ownershipAnterest in a business"iami Beach for a minimum of six months: Yes ID or No
• Are you a registered voter in Miami Beach: Yes LJ or No
• I am now a resident of North Beach C3 South Beach 0 Middle Beach
• I am applying for an appointment because I have special abilities, knowledge and experience. Please list below:
•Are you presently a registered lobbyist with the City of Miami Beach? Yes LJor No
Please list your preferences in order of ranking [1] first choice [2] second choice, and [3] third choice. Please note that
o01 o01X three 3 choices will be observed bX the Cily C erk's ice
(Regular Boards of City)
Affordable Housing Advisory Committee Fine Arts Board Normandy Shores Local Government
Neighborhood Improvement
Art in Public Places Committee Gay,Lesbian,Bisexual and Transgender Parks and Recreation Facilities Board
Enhancement Committee GLBT
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 Production Industry Council
Oversight Committee
Committee on the Homeless Historic Preservation Board If Safety Committee
Committee for Quality Education in MB Housing Authority Single Family Residential Review Panel
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:
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License Issuance Date ,and License Expiration Date
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1.Past service on the Youth Center Advisory Board:Yes U No U Years Iar�l1,,of Service:
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2. Present participation in Youth Center activities by your children Yes;__,J No�1. 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 Q or No&If yes,please explain in detail:
• Do you currently have a violation(s)of City of Miami Beach codes:Yes�J or No U. If yes,please explain in detail:
•Do you currently owe the City of Miami Beach any money:Yes r--U l or No CJ If yes,explain in detail
•Are you currently serving on any City Boards or Committees:Yes U or No�d 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:
•I am now employed by the City of Miami Beach:Yes 0 or No (&Which department?
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•Pursuant to City Code Section 2-25(b):Do you have a parent ZI,spouse U,child�brother Q,or sister ZI who is
employed by the City of Miami Beach?Check all that apply. Identify the department(s):
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 Origin:Check one only_(11
GGeend�r Male ID Female
L?I White (Not of Hispanic 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.
ED American Indian or Alaskan Native: All persons having origins in any of the original peoples of North America,and who maintain
Cultural identification throw h tribal affil n or community recognition.
Physically Challenged: Yes or No
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professional license.
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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 personnel(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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Received in the City Clerk's Office by:
Name of Deputy Clerk Control No. Date
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Charlotte Libov
Unit#7, 745 Meridian Avenue
Miami Beach,Florida, 33139
(305) 333-8844 M, (203) 702-5233 F
EDUCATION
Master of Science—Education
University of Oregon, Eugene, Ore.
Bachelor of Science—Political Science, Honors
University of Connecticut, Storrs, Conn.
Current Freelance Positions
Medical Writer, Newsmax.com
• Writer,national cardiology newsletter 100,000 subscribers
• Contributing writer, Health Radar, monthly newsletter 60,000+ subscribers
• Weekly contributor to Newsmax Health website 900,000 unique visitors daily
• Book editor
Healthy Magazine
• Special Projects and Interview Editor, Healthy Valle and Healthy Miami magazines
Magazine and Internet Writer
• Heart.org
• AARP Viva
• Healthy Woman Bottom Line
• Revolution Health
• Everyday Health.com
• Cure
• WebMD
• First Consult
• Revolution Health
• Poder magazine
Book Author
• A Woman's Guide to Heart Attack Recovery, Harvey Kramer, M.D. and Charlotte Libov
M. Evans and Company 2007.
• The Women's Heart Book: The Complete Guide to Keeping Your Heart Healthy, Fredric
Pashkow, M.D, and Charlotte Libov, Revised Edition, Hyperion,2001
• Beat Your Risk Factors: A Woman's Guide to Reducing Her Risk for Cancer, Heart
Disease, Stroke, Diabetes and Osteoporosis, Charlotte Libov, Plume 1999.
• Migraine: 50 Essential Things To Do, Charlotte Libov, Plume, 1998.
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• 50 Essential Things To Do If The Doctor Says It's Heart Disease, Fredric J. Pashkow,
M.D. and Charlotte Libov, Plume 1995.
Ghost Writer
Turn Back the Clock Without Losing Time: A Complete Guide to Quick and Easy Cosmetic
Rejuvenation, Rhoda S. Narins, M.D. and Paul Jarrod Frank, M.D., Three Rivers Press, 2002)
TV Consultant and Producer
"Women's Hearts at Risk," award-winning 1995 documentary based on Libov/Pashkow book,
"The Women's Heart Book"PBS (CPTV presenting station)
Associate Producer, CPTV, numerous projects
Monograph And Report Writing
Contributor,"Health Care's Real Opportunities: Special Report: The 2011 Global Business
Forum,University of Miami, 2011
Women and Heart Disease: A Special Report from the Editors of Women's Health Advisor: The
Center for Women's Healthcare, Weill Medical College of Cornell University, Torstar
Publications, 1999.
Book Contributor
• The Reader's Companion to U.S. Women's History, Houghton-Mifflin, 1999
• For Women Only, Seven Stories Press 1999
• Women's Health Advisor, Rodale, 1995
Medical Conference Coverage
• Medscape
• Doctor's Guide
Professional Speaker on Heart Disease in Women (Partial list)
• US Army War College
• Toyota
• Duke University Medical Center
• IBM
• University of Connecticut Allied Health School
• American Heart Association
• National Organization for Women
• Ministry Health Care
Media Guest Expert(Partial list)
• PBS
• NPR
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• Today in New York
• Fox Morning News
• Morning Rounds
• Jim Bohannon Show
• Faith Middleton Show
• USA Today/Sky Radio
• Prime Time Washington
• The Joan Hamberg Show
Interviews and/or books reviewed or excerpted (Partial List):
• The New York Times
• The Los Angeles Times
• Woman's Day
• Ladies Home Journal
• Connecticut Magazine
• The Washington Post
• Chicago Tribune
• The Plain-Dealer
• Lexington Herald-Leader
• Times-Picayune
• Northeast Magazine
• Springfield Newspapers
• Baltimore Jewish Journal
• Hartford Courant
Staff Experience
Staff Journalist, Miami Today
Miami, FL
Covered numerous business topics including government, real estate, finance,banking,
insurance, tourism, aviation, highways, and more
2005-2007
Managing Editor
Neurology Now
Wolters Klewer
New York,New York
2004-2005
Oversaw start-up of consumer magazine. Managed freelance staff,consulted on design, writing,
blue lines, content development, interfaced with doctor experts,participated in meetings and
magazine launch at the annual conference of the American Academy of Neurology
Managing Editor, Maitland Publications
Naugatuck, CT
Duties included writing,editing, hiring and supervising freelance writers,budgeting, layout,
newspaper production and more
2003-2005
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Regular Contributor, The New York Times
Covered US Sixth Congressional District, State Legislature, tourism, business, education,
features, aviation,travel, environment, science and health, and more
1987-1993
Awards
Finalist, America Inspired Contest, Examiner.com,2012
Regional Emmy Nominee, Women's Hearts At Risk, PBS, 1996
Bronze Award,National Mature Media Award, Media TV Division, Women's Hearts At Risk,
1996
Bronze Award,National Mature Media Award, Book Division, 50 Essential Things to Do When
The Doctor Says It's Heart Disease, 1996.
Will Solimene Award of Excellence,The Woman's Heart Book, The American Medical Writers
Association, 1994.
Skills
Content Management System, Content Strategist,Digital photography,videography, Social
Media, SEO, Quark Express, and Word Office Suite
Listings
Contemporary Authors
Professional Writing Organizations
American Society of Journalists& Authors
National Association of Science Writers
Continuing Education
Social Media University, Doral, FL
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CITY CLERK Office Clf Clerk@miamibeachfl.gov
Tel: 305.673.741 1 , 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 2-1 1 .1(i) .(2)
Board Member name:
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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,mustfile,:even-though you may have.been
recently appointed.
you must file One of-the-following withthe City Clerk of Miami Beach, 7700 Convention
Center.Drive, Miami :Beach, Florida,.by July 1 each:year.
1. A"Source of.Income Statement' (attached) or
2. A"Financial Statement' (attached( od
I A Copy of the person's.current Federal income Tax Return
Failure to file, according to-the Miami-Dade .County Go.de Chapter 1, General
Provision, Section 1I 5 may subject the person or firm to a fine not to exceed
,$500.00 or by imprisonment'in the county.jail fora period not to exceed sixty
days, or both.
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Disclosure
G l J For Tax Year
Name: v1'%d Ending: 0 i�
Mailing Address: �l �tJ o_. 41-4 -7
City/State/Zip:
Social Security Number:
Filing as a: ® County Employee:
® Municipal Employee of:
Position held or sought: ��rmY� r✓c�n��
Board where serving: Y� u�� eUC� <'f Term or Employment
C' ' `� Began on:
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Work Address:
If your home address is exempt from public records pursuant to
Florida Statutes§119.07 please chedc here(read instructions): ® Work Telephone:
Home Address:
Street Address
City State Zip Code
Please list below in descending order with the largest source first,the name, address and
principal business activity of every source of your income including public salary you
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
separate sheet,check here:
Description of the Principal
Name of Source of Income Address Business Activity
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