LTC 37-2002
CITY OF MIAMI BEACH
Office of the City Manager
Letter to Commission No. 07 c2tltl2
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To:
From:
Mayor David Dermer and
Members of the City Commission
Jorge M. Gonzalez ~"A~
City Manager 0"- fJ
BOARD AND COMMITTEE BIANNUAL REPORTS
Date: February 7,2002
Subject:
Pursuant to City code 2-22(13)- "The chairperson or his designee shall biannually submit a
completed written report form, supplied by the City Administration, to the City Commission and City
Manager..."
Attached, for your perusal, are the reports submitted to the City Clerk's Office.
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NO REPORTS SUBMITTED:
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Miami Beach Cultural Arts Council
Sister Cities Coordinating Council
BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT FORM - PAGE 1 OF 3
BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
ART IN PUBLIC PLACES COMMITTEE (AiPP)
POLA REYDBURD
JAMES QUINLAN ~
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CITY LIAISON:
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NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD SINCE
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The Art in Public Places mission is to contribute to the enhancement of urban design
through the creation of artWork that creates a sense of place, improve the visual
environment for the citizens of Miami Beach.
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The AIPP Committee reviews and recommends acceptance and placement of proposed
public art donations, commissions new works of public art through competitions, and
recommends legislation concerning public art in the city.
The Art in Public Places Program is funded by 1.5 % of the construction budget of new
city-owned or additions to city-owned buildings, and for joint public/private ventures. .
The Art in Public Places Fund is used to secure artists for design expertise and to create
public artWorks within a broad range of capital improvements projects.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
Committee initiated Belle Isle Park Project with artist Wendy Wischer.
Committee denied request to consider decorative fencing at Flamingo Park part of public
an funding.
Committee conducted a field trip to all 24 Parks projects.
Committee engaged a public art consultant to create as-years masterplan.
Committee agreed to contribute funds to complete the Collins Park Decorative Sidewalk
Project.
Committee reviewed Sonderling and Britto donation proposals and submitted criteria to
proposers.
Committee discussed Pinetree/LaGorce referral and determined that monies would be
best spent in landscaping.
Committee completed relocation of Judy Pfaff sculpa.rre from Pollee Station to
Convention Center.
Committee drafted a "Call to Artists" for the Bayshore Golf Oub Water Feattlre Project.
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Committee secured ORB and Commission approval for North Shore Project.
Committee presented South Pointe project to HP Board.
Committee approved 2 or 4 supergraphic locations for Carlos Betancourt proposals.
Committee reviewed city wide pump house designs with architect.
Committee approved Kenny Scharf super graphic proposal for Byron Carlyle.
Committee secured Commission approval for Ordinance Amendment.
Committee continues to collect funding for Flaifer Restoration project.
Committee rededicated the Mermaid Sculpttlre by Roy LIchtenstein.
Committee arranged for restoration of Red Sea Road sculpttlre at aty Hall.
Staff serves on executive committee of National Public Arts Network.
Staff attends annual Americans for the Arts Conference.
FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
Committee will request review of 3 pump house projects to include public art.
Secure commission approval of South Pointe Streetscape design selection, secure
contract and funding.
Create Call to Artists and secure funding for Flagler conservation project.
Secure artist and funding for Bayshore Golf Course project.
Administrate Flamingos on the Beach project.
Secure Commission approval for 5-year Public Art Master Plan.
Fill two membership vacancies.
Implement South Pointe and North Shore projects.
Secure Installation of Collins Park sidewalk tiles.
Secure funding, complete restoration} and rededicate Flagler Memorial.
Secure funding and approve design proposal for Belle Isle Park.
Secure arrangement with Chamber of Commerce for Electrowave Shuttle postcards.
Select sfgnage branding for streetend restrooms.
Initiate design competition for MacArthur Gateway slgnage project.
Maintain discussions regarding Keith Haring temporary exhibit.
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Office of Arts, Culture & Entertainment - Art in Public Places CommittF'"~
Amy Cappellazzo Pola Reydburd
Jim Clearwater Debra Scholl
Ann Lee Jaffe Merle Weiss
MINUTES
The following notes are minutes from the monthly meeting of the Art in Public Places
Committee for the City of Miami Beach on JULY 17.2001, ACE Conference Room, 555 17th
Street, courtyard entrance.
Attendees:
Art in Public Places Committee Members
Amy Cappellazzo, Jim Clearwater, Pola Reydburd, and Merle Weiss
Administration
Mayra Diaz-Buttacavoli, Assistant City Manager
Jorge Chartran, Collins Park/Public Works
James Quinlan, ACE Liaison to APPC
Jody Vargas, ACE Staff
. Guests
Wendy Wischer, Arti~t
Meeting commenced at 9: 15 am.
I Review and adoption of the minutes: Meeting held May 15,2001
II. Presentations:
1. PinetreeILaGorce Meridians - Item deferred to 8/7
2. Bayshore Golf Course Overview
Mayra described the renovation plan to improve the golf course emphasizing the
potential for public art visibility for resident, visitors, and conventioneers. She
recommends the committee consider public sites at the south end (illuminated
water feature) adjacent to Dade Blvd and the west side (entrance to the club
house) for public art. Water feature would be designed and built by AiPP and
maintained by CMB. Cost of construction $1.7M to be awarded in September
(AiPP approx. $24,000 & $7,000 from maintenance facility).
3. Collins Park Sidewalk Tile Design Funding
Jorge has been working with the artist and the subcontractor and there will be an
additional expense of $16,800) incurred to manufacture the tiles due to the cut-out
and inlay process required. Question of responsible modification and material
was discussed. Material will be more durable and integrity of design will be
maintained therefore committee approved additional funds to manufacture the
tiles. The committee discussed the importance of artist proposals/feasibility with
regard to budget restraints for future reference.
4. Belle Isle Park Public Art Proposal
Artist Wendy Wischer presented her proposal to illuminate a pathway across the
park with fiberoptic lines depicting the stars above. The committee requested she
revise her proposal to include a description and a rendering which can be
incorporated into a packet to be used to seek funding (Grand Venetian. Gilbert
Ben Amou) which will emphasize the "artistically illuminated pathway" security
aspect. Options to embellish the pump house was discussed. Artist design fee
(preparationllabor) was discussed and to be determined. Hurricane/maintenance
were discussed.
MOTION: Merle moved to explore the realization of this project (which option,'
which extras, fair fee to artist, define budget, seek funding partners, flush out
undescovered costs, etc). Amy seconded and it was unanimously passed.
MOTION: Amy moved to present artist fee to Wendy Wischer and grant James
Quinlan the power to negotiate. Seconded and unanimously passed.
m. Proiects:
m. Old Business:
1. Board Membership
Ilija Mosscrop recommendation placed on 7/18 consent agenda.
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2. Flamingo Park
,The matter of "public entrustment" was discussed. Committee agreed that all
departments are to be encouraged to follow the example of Parks and incorporate
artistic elements in their projects.:
MOTION: AC moved to respond to Kevin Smith in formal manner stating that
the committee, after much discussion and exploration, has decided that we (AiPP)
cannot use AiPP funds for fence" and that the committee would like to review
pending projects and schedule a field trip. .
Pendinsz Items:
- Community Affairs Plaques
- Masterplan Consultant
- Judy Pfaff Sculpture Relocation
- MacArthur Gateway Signage
- Flagler Memorial Fundraiser
- Flamingos in Paradise
- OrdinancelLand Use
- Donations
- Electrowave Artist Signing
- Electrowave Max Racks Cards
- Art Basel/Miami Beach
- Keith Haring
- Budget
Judy Hoanshelt to submit transmittals
Glenn Weiss invited to 8/7 meeting
Hang points to be determined prior to October
Call to Artist pending schematic layout
Collected $2800 to date
Postponed one year
No discussion
No discussion
No discussion
No discussion
No discussion
No discussion
No discussion
- N Shore Pad<lY outh Center
- S Pointe Streetscape Project
- Streetend Restroom Project
No discussion
No discussion
No discussion
V. New Business:
Glenn Weiss proposal was distributed for review. Committee welcomes complete master
plan and iron clad rules to control and govern AiPP appropriations. Consultation fee of
$10,000 was discussed and considered administrative and to be included as part of annual
budget.
Meeting Adjourned: 11 :05 am
Next Meeting: The next APPC meeting is will be held AUGUST 7,2001.
These notes represent the authors' understanding of events as they occurred. Comments or
additions to the meeting minutes shall be submitted prior to the next meeting.
Respectfully Submitted,
James Quinlan
Director, Office of Arts, Culture & Entertainment
c: Christina M Cuervo, Assistant City Manager
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Office of Arts, Culture & Entertainment - Art in Public Places Committee
Amy Cappellazzo Poia Rcydburd
Jim Clearwater Debra Scholl
ADD Lee Jaffe Merle Weiss
MINUTES
The following notes are minutes from the monthly meeting of the Art in Public Places Committee for the City of
Miami Beach on AUGUST 7. 2001. ACE Conference Room, 555 17. Street, courtyard entrance.
Attendees:
Art in Public Places Committee Members
Amy Cappellazzo, Jim Clearwater, Pola Reydburd, and Merle Weiss
Administration
James Quinlan, ACE Liaison to APPC
Maria Stotka, Aide to Commissioner Bower
Varerie Schwank-Hasbani, Aide to Commissioner Bo~er
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Neisen Kasdin. Mayor
Glenn Weiss. Public Art Consultant
Saul Gross, Real Estate Developer
~eeting commenced at 9:00 am
I. Review and discussion of the minutes: Meeting held July 17, 200 1
JQ mentioned lack of clarity in speaking with Mayra who understood AiPP commitment to entire $26,800.
AiPP members recalled agreement to assume only the difference of $16,800. There was no motion.
ACfION: StatTto review tape.
n. Presentations:
1. Donation Referral:
Mayor Kasdin introduced the the donation offer by Romero Britto of a large sculpture for the
Euclid Circle location. He stated that Britto is an "institution" in this city and a Pioneer on Lincoln
Road. Staff'distributed the AiPP adopted guidelines for donations and will send copy ofpoliey
criteria (maintenance, lighting, etc.) to proposer. There is another request pending to place a Britto
sculpture in Pinetree Park in memory of Frosene Sonderling, Community Affairs has approved a
plaque.
ACI10N: StatTto contact proposen, review donation criteria, and report
back to committee.
2. PinetreelLaGorc:e Median Proposal:
Maria referred the item ofS40,000 from County for medians and possibly up to $470,000 for
landscapinglbeautification ofLaGorc:e. CoWlty will allow extension of medians with canopy of
trees. Homeowners are open to artwork (not Flamingos). CMB has copy of sodding and tree plan.
ACI10N: StatTto contact Beverly H. of the Pinetree-LaGorce Homeowners Association
and schedule meeting with Jorge Cbartran, Yuri of Public Works (mid-beach funding), and
Bower aide to discuss further and add to project list.
3. Public Art Masterplan Presentation: Glenn described his backgroWld in Art, Architecture &.
Urbanism. his mission to engage artists into the civic environment, and his strength in examining
the cultural landscape. Public Art Programs always have trouble fmding their money, tying it
down, working with project managers, cOmIDWlity etc. He proposes creating a
database/masterplan to solidify goals and objectives and to better Wlderstand the budget and
administrate the projects. AiPP to recommend acceptance of proposal to city manager.
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ACI'lON: Staff to process consultant agreement with City Manager and ~tablish time
(rame for implementation.
III. ProiectS:
1. Bayshore Golf Course Project discussion with regard to funding, fountain, lighting, and
maintenance. $31,000 allocated, additional funds could be pooled. Key artist desired. Many artists will
be in town during Basel.
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IV. Old Business:
1. Board Membership - Ilija Mosscrop recommendation placed on 9/5 consent agenda.
2. Flamingo Park - Letter was sent to Kevin Smith declining request to fund decorative fencing and
requesting field trip to parks p~jects.
Pending Items:
- Community Affairs Plaques
- Judy Pfaff Sculpture
- MacArthur Gateway Signage
- Flagler Memorial Fundraiser
- Ordinance Amendment
. Donations
8 items to review
RelOcation/artist assessment scheduled for October
FDOT referral under advisement
Under advisement
Under advisement
Items to review
v. New Business:
Merle introduced an "art trash cans" project.
Neisen Kasdin farewell luncheon 10/18.
Meeting Adjourned:
11:00 am
~ext Meeting: The next APPC meeting is will be held September 25. 2001.
These notes represent the authors' understanding of events as they occurred. Comments or additions to the meeting
minutes shall be submitted prior to the next meeting.
Respectfully Submitted,
James Quinlan
Director, Office of Arts, Culture eft Entertainment
c: Christina M Cuervo, Assistant City Manager
CITY OF MIAMI BEACH
1700 Convention Center Drive, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Office of Arts, Culture & Entertainment - Art in Public Places Committee
Amy Cappellazzo. Jim Clearwater. Ann Lee Jaffee, llija Mosscrop, Debra Schol~ and Merle Weiss
MINUTES
The following notes are minutes from the monthly meeting of the Art in Public Places Committee for the City of
Miami Beach on SEPTEMBER 25. 2001. ACE Conference Room. 555 17m Street, courtyard entrance.
Attendees:
Art in Public Places Committee Members:
Jim Clearwater, Ilija Mosscrop, Pola Reydburd, Debra Schol~ and Merle Weiss
Administration
James Quinlan, ACE Liaison to APPC
Jody Vargas, Project Coordinator
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Timothy Barry
Meeting commenced at 9:02 am
I. Review and discussion of the minutes:
OS moved to approve the minutes of the meeting held August 7, 2001, JC seconded.
II. MembershiD Status:
Ilija Mosscrop was appointed at the September 5, 2001 Commission meeting, introduced and welcomed to
the committee.
III. Presentations:
1. Outdoor Sculpture Rededication:
Bob Papke ofSMG infonned the committee that the annual "Invitation to the Arts." originally
scheduled for September 13m, would be held December 10m, to coincide with the re-dedication of the
Mennaid sculpture. SMG send out over 33,000 invitations.
ACTION: Staffwill try to locate original 1979 founders, and OS & BP will meet regarding details
of the ceremony. .
2. Temporary Exhibit Update:
a) The NBDC is funding the installation of a super graphic mural on the west wall of
the Byron Carlyle I a/II to open the arts season in North Beach. The artWork
"Miamieyeguy" was created by the artists Kenny Scharf for the 2002 poster,
commissioned by the Fine Arts Board for the Festival of the Arts to be held 219 &
lOin North Beach. BC to become 600 seat perfonning arts venue.
b) Carlos Betancourt submitted 4 location and design proposals for supergraphic
display during the Art Basel fair (Burdines, Michigan Ave, Parking G~ge, and
City Hall).
MOTION: Accept the 17. Street Parking Garage as a suitable location and refer
the artist to the Art Basel selection committee for approval of a design. DS moved,
JC seconded. .:.
c) Yamagata, mixed media artist from Malibu, proposing a tunnel ofholigraphs at
17. & Washington Ave, presented and funded by Barbara Gillman, December
through January. AiPP bas no intention of acting as a clearing house for
ArtBasel, however, would like to be infonned of all temporary outdoor projects.
IV. Proiects:
1. PinetreelLaGorce Medians may have up to $470,000 from county for improvements. After much
discussion, the committee detennined that the 21 medians are not a suitable site for artwork and that
any funding for improvements would be best spent on landscaping.
ACTION: JQ to meet with Bower's office to recommend "great" landscaping.
V. Old Business:
1. Judy Pfaff sculpture scheduled for relocation 10/29-11/2. Artist informed staff that she would be
available to travel I 0/19 for an assessment. The ticket purchased last year was reserved for travel at
additional expense. Artist has not confirmed
2. Ordinance Amendment to reduce roll ofHP & ORB in AiPP selection process was approved by Land
Use 6125, will be reviewed by Planning Board 9125, HP 10/9, and ORB 10/16. The first of two public
hearings will be at the Commission meeting to be held 10/17.
3. Flagler Memorial restoration project seeking an assessment (full scope of work) from the contractor
working on the PinetreeIY outh Center obelisk.
4. Britto donation proposals (Euclid oval and Pinetree Park) were discussed. Committee agreed to the
suitability of Pine tree Park for a sculpture. Staffhas sent proposer copy of donation criteria.
5. Red Sea Road sculpture (1974) has been restored.
6. Masterplan consultant agreement with legal for form approval.
7. Electrowave max rack cards pending design and placement approval.
8. Collins Park Tile project additional funds ofSI6,800, as requested by Mayra and Jorge, to be funded
by AiPP. Letter sent to City Manager.
9. Belle Isle Park project to be integrated with Rosenberg timeframe and funded by AiPP.
VI. New Business:
1. Farewell luncheon for the Mayor to be held 10/18. AiPP to reserve table for 10.
2. Allison Island Aqua project working closely with artists. Craig Robins to be invited to November
meeting to discuss "paving the way to a new development approach.
3. Park Projects (24) Field trip scheduled for 10/18 @ 8:30am, to follow with the monthly meeting @ II,
then @ noon, the Farewell luncheon for Mayor at the Convention Center.
Meeting Adjourned:
10:52 am (Motion by 1M, seconded by IC)
Next Meeting: The next APPC meeting is will be held October 18. 2001. 8:30 to 12:00.
These notes represent the authors understanding of events as they occurred. Comments or additions to the meeting
minutes shall be submitted prior to the next meeting.
c: Christina M Cuervo, Assistant City Manager
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Amy Cappellazzo, Jim Clearwater, Ann Lee Jaffee, lIija Mosscrop, Pola Reydburd, Debra Scholl, and Merle Weiss
MINUTES
The following notes are minutes from the monthly meeting of the Art in Public Places Committee for the City of
Miami Beach on OCTOBER 18. 2001, ACE Conference Room, 555 17m Street, courtyard entrance,
Art in Public Places Committee Members:
Amy Cappellazzo, Jim Clearwater, Ilija Mosscrop, Pola Reydburd, Debra Scholl, and Merle Weiss
Administration: James Quinlan, Jody Vargas, ACE
Guests: Odalys Mon, Parks Department
Meeting commenced at 8:45 am
I. Review and discussion of the minutes:
AC moved to approve the minutes of the meeting held September 25th, DS seconded.
II. Field Trip to Parks:
The following sites were visited and discussed:
- SW temporary exhibit green of Washington Avenue & 17m Street
Sm Street Boulevard temporary exhibit medians
S Pt Streetscape public plaza at 43n1 & Euclid
S Pt at Governor's Cut fountain and median
Pier Park
Ocean Beach Park
Lummus Park outdoor sculpture space & sandcastle project @ 9th Street
Lifeguard stands
Restroom@ 14m Street
Concession Stands
DRB referral to AiPP
Flamingo Park - rotunda/central quad project
Appropriation and transfer pending.
Lincoln Road
HP recommends removal of Carlos Zapata project
Bayshore Golf Course 17m hole and clubhouse ($$ awarded 10/17)
Fire Station
Pump House @ 29
Camouflage possibilities were discussed (supergraphic, mirrors, vines, surface treatment, cladding. sod)
Staffwill ask Zyscovich for solution and invite to next meeting.
Scott Rakow
Who is the artist that did the sculpture? Appropriation and transfer pending.
Muss Park
Fischer Park
Byron Carlyle
North Shore Park Youth Center - award in November
Brittany Bay Park & Pump House
Tatum Park
Appropriation and transfer pending.
North Shore Open Space Park - will get interactive water toys
Pinetree Park
III. Proiects Update:
Flagler Fundraiser
GrandVenetian has offered penthouse for January. ZOM has donated SI0,000. MW offered to contact
condo presidents. Staff to write letter to Goodman.
LaGorce Medians
JQ to meet w/Bower's office to recommend landscaping not art
Bayshore Golf Course
JQ recommends issuing and RFP for lake project.
IV. Old Business:
Ordinance Revision
Approved at First Reading Oct 17 Commission Meeting.
Masterplan
Memo from City Manager to Exec Staff' in draft form. GW to begin meetings in November. Trish to
assign replacement for Kaslyn (maybe Christin in CIP budget office)
Judy Pfaff'
Scheduled to be relocated 10/29-11/2.
Membership Status
AJ has missed 50% of annual meetings. Staff will inform City Clerk's office. Chad Oppenheiner and
Janet Finkelstein were discussed.
MOTION: MW moved to recommend Yolanda Sanchez to Mayor and Commission, JC seconded.
V. New Business:
Bernard Zyscovich, Craig Robins, and Alex Rolandelli to be asked to make project presentations at
next meeting.
Meeting Adjourned: 11 :50
. Next Meeting: The next APPC meeting is will be held November 20th. 2001. @ 8:30.
These notes represent the authors understanding of events as they occurred. Comments or additions to the meeting
minutes shall be submitted prior to the next meeting.
c: Christina M Cuervo, Assistant City Manager
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Office of Arts, Culture & Entertainment - Art in Public Places Committee
Amy Cappellazzo, Jim Oearwater, I1ija Mosscrop, Pola Reydburd, Debra Scholl, and Merle Weiss
MINUTES
The following notes are minutes from the monthly meeting of the Art in Public Places Committee for the aty of Miami
Beach on NOVEMBER 20. 2001. ACE Conference Room, 555 lJ'h Street, courtyard entrance.
Art in Public Places Committee Members Present:
Amy Cappellazzo, Jim Oearwater, Ilija Mosscrop, Pola Reydburcl, Merle Weiss
Administration:
James Quinlan, Jody Vargas
Guests:
Bernard Zyscovich, Suria Yaffar
Meeting commenced at 8:45 am .
1. Review and discussion of the minutes:
JC moved to approve October 18 minutes, seconded by AC.
II. Presentation:
Bernard Zyscovich described the new 1 J'h Street mater plan and the old pump house projects first initiated
by Mayor Roger Carlton in 1995. He explained the need for above ground structures his concept of design
as "simple, competent, inobtrusive background buildings." 'The following eight pump house projects were
reviewed: .
South Pointe, two with glass windows
Alton &. Jefferson
41st Street/Holiday Inn
Brittany Bay{Indian Creek (#29)
7~ Street/King Cole (#75)
Sheridan/Scott Rakow (#28)
Normandy (#21)
Belle Isle (#10)
recommend i-story
OK as is
OK as is
architect re-visit and consider art
OK as is
re-visit
OK as is
re-visit
The committee was in agreement that all but three designs were acceptable, with additional consideration
for landscaping. Windowing the designs was suggested in that they are a functional/living organism in the
community. The Sheridan, Brittany Bay, and Belle Isle buildings have serious site lines to consider. Artists
can often create solutions. The committee would like the architect to re-look at the three designs. The
committee would like construction appropriations to be made.
MOTION:
AiPP accepts 4 of 8 pump house designs. AiPP would like the Administration to authorize
the architect to consider one story for South Pointe, and take another look at Belle Isle,
Brittany Bay, and Sheridan, then come back with alternative proposals as to how buildings
can look and how to incorporate art.
AcrION:
Send thank you for presentation.
m. PrQiects Uodate:
Bayshore Golf Course
A new condo "Lofts on the Green" will have 86, 1200 square foot units.
MOTION:
MW moved to have AiPP look at and review police station designs (Be BB &. SH 71) to
make them more friendly on the street wall. PR seconded.
rv. Old Business:
Ordinance Revision/approved at Second Reading Nov 28 Commission
North Shore Project/approved by ORB 11/20 and Commission 11/28
Master plan/memo from aty Manager, Workshops 12/4, 1/8, 2/5
Judy Pfaff/relocated - removal of trellis grid work to be considered.
South Pointe project deferred by HPB to January.
Membership Status/Ann terminated, Yolanda recommended, one vacancy
Art Basel/ Dee 4-8, 2002
V. New Business:
Craig Robins to speak in January
Meeting Adjourned: 11:50
Next Meeting: The next APPC meeting is will be held December 18. 2001. @ 9:00.
These notes represent the authors understanding of events as they occurred. Comments or additions to the meeting
minutes shall be submitted prior to the next meeting. .
c: O1ristina M Cuervo, Assistant Oty Manager
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BOARD AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT FORM
BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: FARRtGR/Rc-E -Gt1/(ROIVAfEx(T (C/t141(t(T,E~
CHAIRPERSON: ~E-U) hlt1:4\(( It-
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NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD SINCE JULY 01,2001: hI{ E (As- of Ids jor )
ACTIVITY:
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The purpose of the BFEC, as per City code is:
(no review, formulate and coordinate information, suggestions,
proposals and plans and to address complaints from the general
public to provide more conveniently accessible facilities, public
buildings. streets, sidewalks and programs for the persons with
disabilities in the city. The committee. in the context of this
transition plan, is consulted with in terms of prioritization of
accessibility-related improvements to city facilities. The priorities
are in terms of both the order of which facilities to modify, and also
the particular improvements to each respective facility. The
committee may provide accessibility-related input to the following
departments: building services, recreation, culture and parks, police
and code compliance.
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BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT FORM - PAGE 1 OF 2
BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
CHAIRPERSON:
TED BERMAN
CITY LIAISON:
JORGE GOMEZ. EX-OFFICIO MEMBER
(APRIL HIRSCH. SECRETARY TO
THE BOARD)
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD SINCE JULY 1,01: 4
ACTIVITY:
The Board of Adjustment is a quasi-judicial board that hears variance cases and appeals from
administrative decisions. After hearing the applicant and/or a representative present their case,
and after hearing anyone from the public wishing to speak on the matter, the Board members
vote for approval or denial of the application. A super majority of 4 votes is needed to
approve all matters.
FUTURE ACTIVITIES
To continue hearing variance and appeal cases.
Note: The Board of Adjustment also sits as The Flood Plain Management Board, which rules
on variances to the flood plain requirements of the City.
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ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
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From July to December, 2001 the Board heard approximately 37 cases, including
variance and appeal cases, progress reports, and requests for modifications and extensions of
time. The Board also heard continued cases and cases involving introduction of new tenants
at locations that had previously been granted variances for similar operations.
The Board's accomplishments up until now have been limited to adoption of amended
by-laws and holding hearings during its monthly meetings. In those cases where
variances have been granted, stringent conditions have generally been imposed on the
property in an effort to minimize and/or eliminate any detrimental effect the variance(s) might
otherwise have on neighbors and the community in general.
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Budget Advisory Committee ( BAC )
BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
CHAIRPERSON:
Larry Herrup
Jose Cruz
CITY LIAISON:
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD SINCE JULY 01
ACTIVITY:
6/28/01- Budget Forum
7/10/01 Meeting was regarding:
- RDA South Pointe and City Center Budget
- Update on FY 01/02 General Fund Budget
- Update on IT Capital Plan
8/28/01
- Update on IT Capital Plan
- Update on FY 01/02 General Fund Budget
9/25/01
- Discuss 3rd Quarter Performance Based Budgeting Report for
Fleet Management, Parking, Code Compliance,Fire Prevention
10/16/01
- Update on FY 200112002 Budget
11/06/01
- Udpate on Code Compliance Division
- Update on Parking Revenues
11/27/01
- Convention Center Budget
- Update on Market value of Pension Plan
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FUTURE ACTIVITIES
Review, comment and recommend changes to Perfomances Based Budgeting reports
with department heads.
Review and comment on annual financial statements.
Continue to monitor and work with the IT department on technology cost issues and other
IT programs.
Review medical insurance programs and their effects on the budget.
Review quarterly [mancial results.
Work with the Commission on their request for BAC reviews.
Respond to and work with the community and the BAC members on financial issues
brought to the Committee.
Continue to work with the administration on the 5-year budget.
Continue to hold annual BAC Public Forum in conjunction with the annual process.
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ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Reviewed and commented on the budget.
Monitored and worked with department heads on Performance Based Budgets goals and
accomplishments.
Work with the IT department on its Y2K compliance issues.
Worked with the administration to find new ways to earn revenue from nontradition
sources.
Developed departmental roundtable to review fmandal aspects of the millennium
celebration.
Work with administration on the 5-year budget.
Visited the Police and Fire Departments to gather 1 hand information on their
operations.
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Worked on and presented to the Commission the HAC's position on the change in retired
employee pensions benefits.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: Committee for Quality Education
CHAIRPERSON: Leslie Coller
CITY LIAISON: Maria L. Ruiz
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD SINCE JULY 01, 2001: 6
ACTIVITY:
The Committee invites speakers to provide information of value to the
Commission. The Committee has focused on various issues:
1) Tt'le effects of legislative cuts on education
2) Creating more effective ways for school and district to communicate
3) Collaborating with Public Works with regard to signage at schools
4) Collaborating with Police to increase coverage at schools
5) Advised as to City legislative agenda
6) Acknowledged outstanding schools, principals and students at
Commission meetings
7) Researching charter schools, K-8 and other educational opportunities
8) Researched alternative funding opportunities
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The following were accomplished:
1) Improved communication between City and school system resulting
in additional crossing guards, improved crosswalks, etc.
2) Forwarded a variety of resolutions for Commission action
3) Enabled school, student and teacher recognition by Commission
4) Researched impact fees
5) Encouraged school district to expedite construction plans at
Biscayne Elementary
6) Provided representatives to a variety of City and county task forces
FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
The Committee plans to:
1) Create a five-year educational plan
2) Continue to encourage the school district to improve
communications with the Committee and community
3) Monitor city development and its potential effects on overcrowding
in the feeder pattern
4) Continue monitoring Miami Beach Senior high renovations and
construction plans
5) Help to create method to award more than $150,000 in scholarship
grants made possible by city contracts
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DECEMBER 2001
BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: Committee on the Homeless
CHAIRPERSON:
CITY LIAISON:
Maria Pellerin Barcus
Robert C. Middau!2:h. Assistant City Mana!2:er
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JANUARY 2002
BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: Community Development Advisory Committee
CHAIRPERSON:
Laura Morilla
CITY LIAISON:
Joanna Revelo. Community Development Director
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD SINCE JULY 2001: 5*
ACTIVITY:
The Community Development Advisory Committee (CDAC) meets regularly at least
once a month (with the exception of the months of August and December*) to discuss
program activities funded by Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds '
and/or Emergency Shelter Grants (ESG) funds. During the planning proposal phase in
the early Spring, CDAC meetings are held twice a week every week for between 6 to 8
weeks.
FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
CDAC will be nominate and elect new officers for the 2002 calendar year. Ms. Laura
Morilla, the current chair since July 2001, accepted the position upon the resignation of
Dr. Judith Berson. Nominations for the following positions will be conducted at the
January 22, 2002 meeting: Chair, First Vice-Chair, Second Vice-Chair, Ex-officio for the
General Obligation Bond Oversight Committee, and Ex-officio member for the Loan
Review Committee. The elections for those positions will be held at the February 26,
2002 meeting.
Beginning in March 2002, CDAC will collaborate with the Community Development
Division of the Neighborhood Services Department in reviewing grant proposals
received and make funding recommendations for the 2002/03 fiscal year. This process
should be completed by mid-May 2002. There will be a minimum of two public hearings
held in conjunction with the development of the draft of the One-Year Action Plan for
2002/03.
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CDAC will co-host these hearings with the Community Development Division of the
Neighborhood Services Department to obtain citizen comments in identifying the needs
and priorities for housing and community development in Miami Beach. Final funding
recommendations are tentatively scheduled for commission approval at the July 10,
2002 City Commission meeting.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
CDAC has held five meetings since July 2001. Meetings were held in July, September,
October, November, and a specially scheduled meeting for December*.
At the September 25, 2001 meeting, the Committee was introduced to Olga Vazquez,
the newly hired Homeless Coordinator for the City of Miami Beach. This newly created
position had been extensively discussed and recommended by the Committee
throughout the 2001 year, and particularly during the final proposals' deliberations
during the May 2001 meetings.
Another accomplishment achieved by the Committee was getting the Commission to
grant the CDAC Ex-Officio member to the G.O. Bond Oversight Committee the right to
vote.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: Convention Center Advisory Board
CHAIRPERSON:
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CITY LIAISON:
~~ri~tin~ M. Cuervo
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD SINCE JULY 01,2001: 4
ACTIVITY:
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CITY LIAISON: ehristina M. Cuervo
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD SINCE JULY 01,2001: 3
ACTIVITY:
A roved additional fundin for Capital Tmprovement
pro'ects for fiscal year 2001-2002.
A roved meet in time chan e from 5:00 .m. to 4:00 .m.
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Convention Center carpet proiect completed.
Convention Center and Jackie Gleason Theater roof project
completed.
FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
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Reply Separator
Subject: Board and Committee Biannaul Reports
Author: MariaMartinez at C-H-PO
Date: 12/3/01 2:06 PM
This is to inform you that the Biannual Report for the period covering
July-December 2001 will be due in the City Clerk's Office no later
than Janua~y 10, 2002.
Pursuant to' City Code 2-22(13)-"The Chairperson or his designee shall
biannually submit a completed written report form..... ..."
The form is attached.
If you have any questions, please call Liz Gibson or me at 7411,
We appreciate your cooperation on completing this form timely.
Thank You,
Maria
BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANUAL REPORT FORM - PAGE 2 OF 3
BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
DESIGN REVIEW BOARD
CHAIRPERSON:
RENE GONZALEZ
CITY LIAISON:
THOMAS R. MOONEY, AICP
DATE OF REPORT: JULY 2001 through DECEMBER 2001
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD DURING TIDS REPORTING PERIOD: 5
MEETING
DATE
AGENDA
ITEMS
APPROVED DENIED WITHDRAWN CONTINUED PRELIMINARY
Jut 2001 10 8 2
Aug 01 Mtg Canceld
Sep 01 14 3 8 2
Oct 01 5 3 2
Nov 01 8 4 4
Dee 01 9 5 4
Totals: 46 23 20 2
Note: Some totals may not match due to some items being removed from the Agenda at the last minute.
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BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT FORM - PAGE 1 OF 3
BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
CHAIRPERSON:
FINE ARTS BOARD
CITY LIAISON:
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD SINCE lan 01.2001
ACTIVITY :
The mission of the Fine ArtS Board is to embrace and promote the work of
contemporary visual and cultural artists, enhance the appreciation for the artS in the
community at large, and to provide economic stimulation to under served
neighborhoods.
The Fine ArtS Board established the annual Miami Beach FestIVal of the ArtS two-day
outdoor event in 1974, as a showcase for the visual artS in the Miami Beach community,
appealing to residents, tourists, local business sponsors, patrons of the artS, and fine artS
exhibitors.
The Office of ArtS, Culture, & Entertainment has produced the festival since July 1 999.
The Festival is held In February each year at the Ocean Terrace streetscape, in the heart
of the North Beach business district. This site includes the city's entertainment band '
shell, library, and activity center facilities. The North Beach Development Corporation
provides additional administrative support and Quality of LIfe funding.
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ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
The 2002 feature artist, Kenny Sharf, will provide a poster design to be used for
promotion (supergraphic, billboard, bus shelters, bus siding, postcards, etc).
On August 9th the Melbourne Arts Festival representative met with the board on to
discuss ways to build the Patron Purchase Program membership. The board elected to
raise the Patron contributions an additional $25 per patron to cover administrative costs.
Artful Events consulting firm was elected to assist with Juried artist selection and
assignments. South Beach Public Relations was elected to assist with promotion.
Network Marketing was elected to assist with sponsorship.
On September 6th the Fine Arts Board participated at the Chamber of Commerce arts
lunch to promote the event and build the Patron Purchase Program .
On October 11 th the Festival 2002 poster image "Miamieyeguy" supergraphic was
unveiled at the Byron Carlyle. The event was in conjunction with the CulttJral Arts
Council 2nd Thursday programming, the Biscayne Elementary School art sttJdents held
an art competition, and the NBDC supported the effort.
On October lSth, the Fine Arts Board shared a table with the CulttJral Arts Council and
the Art in Public Places Committee at the Mayor's Farewell luncheon.
On November Sth the Festival Poster 2002 was unveiled at the Ocean Blue showroom
adjacent to Ocean Terrace in North Beach to honor the feattJre artist Kenny Scharf.
The event was held in conjunction with the CulttJral Arts Council 2nd Thursday
programming in North Beach.
On November 15th, 143 artist applications were juried by three invited art
professionals and two board members. 116 artists were accepted.
The Festival of the Arts will add a new cash aw~rd for 2002 of $500 from Jerry and
The Festival will add plant vendors back into the show in 2002.
On December 13th, a retrospective of Festival posters 99, 00, and 01, were on display
at the Kennedy Gallery on Ocean Drive, as part of the CAe 2nd Thursday programming
and patron program effort.
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FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
On January 4-8, the board will participate at the ArtMiami fair at the Convention
Center with a booth to promote the event and the patron purchase program.
Jerry and Jane Goodman will donate a cash award of $500 to the Festival Prize
Category 2002 for the best "First Time Local Artist/'
The Festival site will be expanded to include up to 40 Local Artists who will be invited to
participate. They will be provided with booths and display boards.
The feature artist will be on-site February 10th, and a set of his "Sun" paintings will be
on display throughout the event.
The New World Symphony will join the Festival entertainment programming as part of
the Children's Cultural Coalition sponsorship.
A VIP Patron Brunch is scheduled for February 1 Oth at the North Shore bandshell with
chamber music by the New World Symphony.
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CITY OF MIAMI BEACH
1700 Convention Center Drive, Miami Beach, FL 33139 T: 305-673-7577/ F: 305-673-7063/www.cLmiami-bea
Office of Arts, Culture & Entertainment
Fine Arts Board
Leigh Alvarez
Laura Apte
Marisue Beloff
Laura Bruney
Maria Harris
Randie Hofer
Cheryl Jacobs
George T. Neary
Su Rudy
Debby Schwanz
Grace Shennan
Dcna Stcwan
Chenell Tannurc
Jeannette Varela
MINUTES
The following notes are minutes of the monthly meeting of the Fine Arts Board for the City of Miami
Beach on Julv 12.2001. in the ACE Conference Room, 555 17th Street.
Attendees
Fine Arts Board Members
Laura Apte, Laura Bruney, Maria Harris, Randie Hofer, George T. Neary, Su Rudy, Debby Schwartz,
Dena Stewart, and Chenell Tannure.
Guests
Heidi M Palmer, NBDC
Cristina Fernandez
. Begona Calcerrada, Hola Amigo
AGENDA
I APPROVAL OF MINUTES: 6-14-01
SR moved to accept, OS seconded, all in favor.
n PRESENTATIONS:
Heidi introduced Begona Calcerrada who has offered to work with NBDC and North Beach's
small businesses to get a business patron project started.
III NEW BUSINESS:
The Chamber of Commerce will hold an arts lunch at the Fountainbleu on September 6th. LB
volunteered to get Festival infonnation displayed at the event. The Jackie Gleason will hold its
annuallInvitation to the Arts event on September 13th. JQ suggested the board staff a table at
this event.
IV COMMITI'EE REPORTS:
1) Artists Apps, Selection, Awards & Enforcement: Marisue, Su, Jeannette
RH has secured swapping of mailing list with New Smyrna for 2003 and will pursue other
festivals. LA also volunteered to call other festivals for lists.
2) Sponsorship: Vacant
No discussion
3) Food & Beverage: Jeannette, NBDC
Vendor application on the internet and has been mailed out to current list.
4) Hospitality/Events & Registration/Infonnation: Debby, Marisue
LB stated that an events committee is needed to coordinate various parties. JQ suggested
doing the unveiling at the Byron Carlysle in conjunction with wrap & 2nd Thursdays. MH
suggested incorporating a taste from restaurants in N Beach.
artist breakfast/Sunday
artist reception/Saturday night
Star Island patron party (tentative)
Poster unveiling
5) PatronsNolunteers: Laura B, Marisue, Maria, Jeannette
Laura has made arrangments fo~ Bruce Bogart of Melbourne to meet with group on August
9th to dicuss a solid patron program fonnat. A patron mailer will be printed in time for
Chamber event. GN suggested contacting Art Center of S Fla new Exec. Director, and BC
offered to contact consulates, for mailing lists.
6) Inventory/Merchandise: Vacant
No discussion
7) P.R. & Promotion: Leigh, Su, Chenell, Randie, Dena
George mentioned that Kenny Scharf is well connected in the community (N Beach,
Burdines, MOCA, Bass, etc) and would be willing to incorporate various projects. Su agreed
to work on featured artist project.
8) Marketing! Advertising: Chenell, Randie
GN recommended Byron-Carlysle wrap be completed prior to Art Basel in December. GN
suggested inviting marketing directors of 7 chambers of commerce to a monthly meeting to
discuss ways in which they can support the Festival.
9) Entertainment: Su, Laura B
No discussion
10) Childrens Area: Grace, Chennell
No discussion
11) Site PlanlParkinglSignage/Logistics: Heidi Palmer
No discussion
IV OLD BUSINESS
JQ will be working with CJ and Neil Fritz on 2002 finances.
Monthlv MeetinlZs @ 9:00 AM: Second Thursdays
6/14, 7/12, 8/9, 9/13, 10/11, 11/8, 12/13
Additional MeetinlZ Dates I@. 9:00 AM: Fourth Thursdays
5/24,6/28, 7/26, 8/23,9/27, 10/25, 11/29, 12/27
These notes represent the authors' understanding of events as they occurred. Kindly submit your
comments or additions to the meeting minutes prior to the next meeting.
Respectfully Submitted, July 23,2001
James Quinlan, Director
ACE/Office of Arts, Culture & Entertainment
c: Christina M Cuervo, Assistant City Manager
City Clerk's Office & Media Relations
Marisa Bluestone, Conference Room Coordinator
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CITY OF MIAMI BEACH
1700 Convention Center Drive. Miami Beach. FL 33139 T: 305-673-7Sn / F: 305-673-7063/www.ci.miami-bea
Office of Arts, Culture & Entertainment
Fine Arts Board
Leigh Alvarez
Laura Apte
Marisue Seloff
LauraSnmey
Maria Harris
Randie Hofer
Cheryl Jacobs
George T. Neazy
Su Rudy
Debby Schwartz
Grace Sherman
Oena Stewart
Chenell Tannme
Jeannette Varela
MINUTES
The following notes are minutes ofthe monthly meeting of the Fine Arts Board for the City of Miami
Beach on AUl!ust 9.2001 in the ACE Conference Room, 555 17th Street.
Attendees
Fine Arts Board Members
Laura Apte, Marisue Belotf, Laura Bruney, Randie Hofer, Su Rudy, Debby Schwartz, Dena Stewart, and
Chene II Tannure.
Guests
Heidi M Palmer, NBDC
AGENDA
I , APPROVAL OF MINUTES: 7-12-01
Marisue moved to approve, Randi seconded, all in favor.
n PRESENTATIONS:
Bogert of Melbourne discussed the patron program method of generating money for the artist.
He recommends a $25 fee added to each contribution and two days of socializing with
entertainment and drinks, a PatronNIP area.
ACTION: Updated Patron Flyer to be printed on Festival Shell and distributed at the Chamber
lunch 9/6.
m NEW BUSINESS:
IV COMMITTEE REPORTS:
I) Artists Apps, Selection, Awards & Enforcement: Marisue, Su, Jeannette
2) Sponsorship: Vacant
3) Food & Beverage: Jeannette, NBDC
4) HospitalitylEvents & RegistrationlInformation: Debby, Marisue
5) PatronsIVolunteers: Laura B, Marisue, Maria, Jeannette
6) InventorylMerchandise: Vacant
7) P.R. & Promotion: Leigh, Su, Chenell, Randie, Dena
8) Feature Artist Project: Su
8) Marketing! Advertising: Chenell, Randie
9) Entertainment: Su, Laura B
10) Childrens Area: Grace, Chennell
11) Site PlanlParking!SignageILogistics: Heidi Palmer
IV OLD BUSINESS:
v SUB COMMITTEE BUSINESS: August 14
In attendence: members/GN, LB, RH, DS, SR, CJ, and staff: JQ and N
1.
Festival Consultant Discussions
MOTION: A motion was made to accept the festival consultant proposal
from Artful Events and request assistance w'sponsorship efforts.
MOTION: A motion was made to empower JQ to negotiate $2-$5000 to
hire Laura Jamieson to do PR for the event.
2.
Marketing Discussion
Patron/Sponsor literature distribution and mail out plus table events: Chamber
lunch 9/6, Jackie Gleason open house 9/13, NBDC 10/11, 2nd Thursday 12113
(ArtBasel) and 2nd Thursday 1/10 (ArtMiami). Festival newsletter for internet
recommended.
ACTION: Marketing committee (SR, OS, RH) to meet with Nanette (CMB),
the Bureau, and Christina (NBDC) early Sept. to decide a plan to target audience
from Palm Beach to the Keys with local media and boost prestige of event.
3.
Entertainment Discussion
Proposal from committee encouraged for presentation 9/13.
4.
Patron Discussion
A date for unveiling needs to be set. A flyer needs to be printed and distributed.
MOTION: A motion to have three levels ilr Patrons was passed: 5125,
5275, and 5525 retaining 525 as an administrative fee.
Monthly Meetinszs @ 9:00 AM: Second Thursdays
6/14, 7/12, 8/9,9/13, 10/11, 11/8, 12113
Additional Meetinsz Dates@ 9:00 AM: Fourth Thursdays
5/24,6/28, 7/26, 8/23,9/27, 10/25, 11/29, 12127
These notes represent the authors' understanding of events as they occurred. Kindly submit your
comments or additions to the meeting minutes prior to the next meeting.
Respectfully Submitted, September 10, 2001
James Quinlan, Director
ACFJOffice of Arts, Culture & Entertainment
c: Christina M Cuervo, Assistant City Manager
City Clerk's Office
CITY OF MIAMI BEACH
1700 Convention Center Drive, Miami Beach, FL 33139 T: 305-673-7577 / F: 305-673-7063/ www.ci.miami-bea
Office of Arts, Culture & Entertainment
Fine Arts Board
Leigh Alvarez
Laura Apte
Marisue Beloff
Laura Bruney
Maria Harris
Randie Hofer
Cheryl Jacobs
George T. Neary
Su Rudy
Debby Schwartz
Grace Sherman
MINUTES
Dena Stewart
Chenell Tannure
Jeannette Varela
The following notes are minutes of the monthly meeting of the Fine Arts Board for the City of Miami
Beach on Seotember 26. 2001 in the ACE Conference Room, 555 17th Street.
Attendees
Fine Arts Board Members:
Guests:
Administration:
Marisue, Laura B, Randie, Cheryl, George, Debby, Dena
Tim Barry, Laura Jamieson
James, Jody
AGENDA
I APPROVAL OF MINUTES: August 9, 2001
. II PRESENTATIONS:
m NEW BUSINESS:
IV
COMMITTEE REPORTS:
1) Artists Apps, Selection, A wards & Enforcement:
2) Sponsorship:
3) Food & Beverage:
4) Hospitality/Events & Registration/Information:
5) PatronsIV olunteers:
6) InventorylMerchandise:
7) P.R. & Promotion:
8) Feature Artist Project:
8) Marketingl Advertising:
9) Entertainment:
10) Childrens Area:
11) Site Plan/ParkinglSignage/Logistics:
IV OLD BUSINESS:
Marisue, Su, Jeannette
Vacant
Jeannette, NBDC
Debby, Marisue
Laura B, Marisue, Maria, Jeannette
Vacant
Leigh, Su, Chenell, Randie, Dena
Su
Chenell, Randie
Su, Laura B
Grace, Chennell
Heidi Palmer
v SUB COMMITTEE NOTES: Meeting held October 4th.
In attendence: members - George, Randie, Debby, Dena, Cheryl; guests- Laura J, candidate for
commission; staff - Jody
Monthlv Meetings @ 9:00 AM: Second Thursdays unless no quorum
10/11, 11/8, 12/13
Sub-Committee Meetinl! @ 9:00 AM: Fourth Thursdays unless no quorum
10/4, 10/25, 11/29, 12/27
These notes represent the authors' understanding of events as they occurred. Kindly submit your
comments or additions to the meeting minutes prior to the next meeting.
c: Christina M Cuervo, Assistant City Manager
City Clerk's Office
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Leigh Alvarez
Laura Apte
Marisue Beloff
Laura Bruney
Maria Harris
Randie Hofer
Cheryl Jacobs
George T. Neary
MINUTES
The following notes are minutes of the monthly meeting of the Fine Arts Board for the City of Miami
Beach on October 11. 2001 in the ACE Conference Room, 555 17'h Street.
Attendees
Fine Arts Board Members:
Guests:
Administration:
Laura A, Maria, Cheryl, George, Debby, Grace, and Dena
Tim Barty, Heidi Palmer
James, Jody
AGENDA
I MINUTES:
GN moved to approve the minutes from the meeting held August 9,2001, LA seconded.
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II COMMITTEE REPORTS:
1) Artists: There are 123 applications (14 returns, 4 cancellations). Cheryl will draft a letter
to all 2001 participants. Artist Consultant infonned the board that all festivals are
suffering. Consultant agreed to set up jury show week of 11/12 for jury selection 11/15.
HED will be contacted for slide show set up and date will be advertised. Judges and Jury
voting members were discussed. Consultant recommends 5 qualified judges at jury
selection. Consultant recommends 2-3 judges on-site at event. Judges to participate in
selection is ideal. The following local art professionals were recommended to jury/judge:
FlU, Claire; Mark Foreman; Kenny Scharf; M-D Library Curator, Barbara Young; Art
Center SF, Bill Farkus; Bass Museum, Diane or Wanda; NFAA.
NOTE: Add "where did you hear of our event" to the artist application.
2) Sponsorship: Deadline for logos is Oct 12.
3) Patrons: There was no interest in a patron table at the Stone Crab Festival 10/20 & 21. A
table has been confirmed for the Jackie Gleason 12/10 and Art Miami 1/4-8. ABC has a
volunteer program. An application must be made in advance.
4) Feature Artist Project: Mural to be unveiled at 1: 15 on 10/11 wllocal kids contest. Poster
to be unveiled 11/8 at Ocean Blue. Invitation to be mailed week of 10/15. Stuffing
assistance requested.
5) Entertainment: Chenell submitted draft proposal for review.
6) Food: Food applications could be distributed to Stone Crab Festival vendors.
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7) Youth Gallery: Grace will organize, storefront has new owner, condo president must be
contacted. Grace will get names of participants for program.
ill OLD BUSINESS:
1) F arewellluncheon for the Mayor to be held 10/18 at the Convention Center. Fine Arts
Board/ACE table reserved, $30 in advance required of each seat to confinn.
IV NEW BUSINESS: .
Meeting to be held Oct 25th' will concentrate on Public Relations, create an ad wffrinanes,
and detennine placement.
Monthlv Meetin2S @ 9:00 AM: Second Thursdays - 1118, 12113
Sub-Committee Meeting (a) 9:00 AM: Fourth Thursdays - 10/25, 11/29, 12/27
These notes represent the authors' understanding of events as they occurred. Kindly submit your
comments or additions to the meeting minutes prior to the next meeting.
c: Christina M Cuervo, Assistant City Manager
City Clerk's Office
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7) Youth Gallery: Grace will organize, storefront has new owner, condo president must be
contacted. Grace will get names of participants for program.
m OLD BUSINESS:
1) Farewell luncheon for the Mayor to be held 10/18 at the Convention Center. Fine Arts
Board! ACE table reserved, $30 in advance required of each seat to confinn.
IV NEW BUSINESS: .
Meeting to be held Oct 25th will concentrate on Public Relations, create an ad wrrrinanes,
and detennine placement.
Monthlv Meetines @ 9:00 AM: Second Thursdays - 11/8, 12113
Sub-Committee Meetin~ @ 9:00 AM: Fourth Thursdays - 10125, 11129, 12/27
These notes represent the authors' understanding of events as they occurred. Kindly submit your
comments or additions to the meeting minutes prior to the next meeting.
c: Christina M Cuervo, Assistant City Manager
City Clerk's Office
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Grace Shennan Jeannette Varela
Leigh Alvarez
Laura Apte
Marisue Beloff
Laura Bruney
Maria Harris
Randie Hofer
Cheryl Jacobs
George T. Neary
MINUTES
The following notes are minutes of the monthly meeting of the Fine Arts Board for the City of Miami
Beach on November 8. 2001 in the ACE Conference Room, 555 17th Street.
Attendees
Fine Arts Board Members:
Guests:
Administration:
Laura A, Marisue B, Cheryl J, Randie H, George N
Laura Jamieson
James Quinlan, Jody Vargas
AGENDA
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MINUTES:
Minutes from October 11, 2001 meeting were approved.
n COMMITTEE REPORTS:
1) Artists/Jud2es: ,116 of 143 accepted by jury of5 on 11115 (RH, GS, R Abraham,
B Young, C Ingalls). Bulk mailing of post cards was discussed. Post cards to be sent to
accepted artists. Goodman First Time Artist Award of$500 to be bestowed in 2002.
2) Advertisinlr. To be discussed 11/29. NBDC marketing to include festival and Stone
Crab advertising to be reviewed and revised. Christina Fernandez and CJ to handle. Su to
pursue CH 7 media sponsorhip. Property Management to be contacted re: mural illumination.
Patron ad in Chamber and NBDC newsletter discussed.
3) Childrens Gallery: TBD
2) Entertainment:
TBD
3) Feature Artist:
Sun painting exhibit in the works. Artist on-site 2/10.
4) FoodNendors: LA made a motion to renew and send out a plant vendor application of
$300 + tax for space rental. RH seconded. Log Cabin and the bonsai vendor to be contacted.
CJ to pursue more food vendors at the book fair. Food Vendors accepted: 4 Booths
(Victoria's Ice Cream, Popcorn, Greek, Pizza); and 4 carts (crepe, arepa, hot dogs) .
5) Hospitalitv:
RH to confirm Kennedy Gallery for 12/13. ArtMiami booth TBD.
6) Local Artists:
Local artists (20) to be invited.
7) Logistics:
TBD
8) Merchandise: MB to organize. Storage items to be used for promotion. RH will submit
proposal from Merick for online sales.
9) Patrons:
$2425 raised to date. This is less than half of participation 2001 & 2000.
Patrons to be invited to 12/12 event. Coupons/packets to be mailed out.
10) Proeram: New members photos to be taken. Sunpost to be contacted. Layout to be
drafted. Ads to be secured.
11) Public Relations: 11/8 poster unveiling@ Ocean Blue had good turnout, but no new
patrons. LJ will do press release w/photos.
12) Sienaee:
re: bus sides.
Bus shelters, billboards, and banners in process. CJ to call M-D Transit
13) SDonshorshiDS:
Coca Cola to be contacted. New World Symphony to be confirmed.
14) Volunteers:
ABC & Chamber applications to be filled out for volunteers.
ill OLD BUSINESS:
Applicant Chris Ingalls was recommended by board to fill vacancy left by Jeannette Varela.
IV NEW BUSINESS:
New member to fill vacancy left by Leigh Alvarez: TBD
The sub-committee for advertising met on 11/29. Summary of discussion has been included in
these minutes.
Monthlv Meetinl!S @ 9:00 AM: Second Thursdays - 12/13, 1/10, and 2/14
Sub-Committee MeetinlZ @ 9:00 AM: Fourth Thursdays - 12/27, 1/24
These notes represent the authors' understanding of events as they occurred. Kindly submit your
comments or additions to the meeting minutes prior to the next meeting.
c: Christina M Cuervo, Assistant City Manager
City Clerk's Office
CITY OF MIAMI
Laura Apte
Marisue Beloff
Laura Bruney
Randie Hofer
Cheryl Jacobs
George T. Neary
Debby Schwartz
Grace Shennan
Chenell Tannure
Jeannette Varela
1700 Convention Center Drive. Miami Beach, FL 33139
MINUTES
The following notes are minutes of the monthly meeting ofthe Fine Arts Board for the City of Miami
Beach on December 13. 2001. AceConference Room, 555 17th Street.
Attendees
Fine Arts Board Members:
Guests:
Administration:
Laura A, Laura B, Marisue B, Randie H, George N, Su R, Dena S,
Debby S, Chene II T
Laura Jamieson, Christina Fernandez, Stu Weisberg
James Quinlan, Jody Vargas
AGENDA
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MINUTES:
Meeting commenced 9: 1 O.
Minutes from November 8, 2001 meeting were approved.
II COMMITTEE REPORTS:
1) Artists/Jud2es: 143 Juried on 11115, 116 accepted, 27 rejected, 4 cancelled, 8 waiting list
additions: total: 120. Staff sent out letters of notification and followed up with an additional
maHout of20 postcards to each accepted artist. Consultant to coordinate.
2) Advertisin2: CF gave a breakdown of advertising within the $52,000 budget. Poster
blitz in North Beach planned for January. Additional banners and billboards were discussed.
Follow up required for bus shelters, bus sides, and billboards. RH, LJ, CF to meet with VTM
12114 to plan .30 sec. TV spot. Charter to be contacted. CF to coordinate.
3) Childrens Gallery: GS has her students in preparation. She has a list and will provide copy
to SunPost to feature in program. Location TBD. GS to coordinate.
4) Entertainment: LB suggested that the performers described by CT affiliate with CCC to
be paid from entertainment budget of $4000. New World Symphony confirmed participation
Sunday from 8:30am to noon. CT to contact Mark Thayer ofNWS and confirm schedule by
program deadline.
5) Feature Artist: 12 small sun paintings w:e available for exhibit, $1000 shipping fee. Artist
may be available on-site 2/10. Staff will contact MOCA and artist rep for editorial, video
footage, and set up phone interviews for possible run during exhibit. SR to assist.
6) FoodNendors: No plant vendors have applied. Food Vendors accepted to date: 3
Booths (Victoria's Ice Cream, fruit & smoothies, Popcorn, Greek); and 4 carts (crepe, arepa.
hot dogs, fresh lemonade). New applications approved for acceptance: Spicy Delight
Caribbean, Leonard's Catering Meat Sandwiches, Just desserts dipped ice cream & yogurt
bars, Rocky River Sandwiches. LA to assist.
7) Hosnitalitv: RH requested assistance with poster retrospect at Kennedy Gallery tonight
from 6-8. LB asked members to sign up for ArtMiami booth Jan 4-8. Sign up sheet passed
around. Sunday brunch to be organized.
8) Local Artists: LB requested recommendations to invite 20 "one-time" local Miami
Beach artists to participate.
9) Loeistics/Site Plan: A stage at the South Arbor area was discussed. Location of
children's gallery, local artist booths, patron, merchandise, CAC and sponsor booths TBD.
CF will get a quote for stage. CF as liaison to St Tropez. Staff to confirm wIParks & Rec
Dept.
10) Merchandise:
MB to count and coordinate.
11) Patrons: $3825 raised to date. Staff will print more applications for distribution at
ArtMiami Jan 4-8 (booth to be confirmed). Staff mailed patrons invite to 12/13 event.
Coupons/packets to be mailed out in January. LB suggested an ad in the Chamber and NBDC
newsletters.
12) Proeram: New date to be set for member photos wlRon. All info needed by lan 15.
SR to coordinate with staff and SunPost.
13) Public Relations: Poster retrospective 12/13 @ Kennedy Gallery listed in 2nd Thursday
programming coordinated by RH. ArtMiami patron booth lan 4-8 TBD. "Scharf Attack"
coverage by LJ.
14) Loeistics/Site Planninz JQ and CMC to meet wINBDC. NBDC to determine banners.
Meet wlPolice in January
15) Sienaee: Bus shelters to be placed by Clear Channell and designed by Trinanes.
Billboard (14 x 48 feet) specs wrrrinanes. Placement TBD by Viacom. Additional banners
banners will be discussed by NBDC. M-D Transit to be contacted for bus sides. CF to
coordinate.
16) SDonshorshiDS: Bacardi ($6000) and Arvida ($3500) confirmed. Bakery and coffee
sponsors for Sunday brunch TBD. SW to coordinate.
17) Volunteers:
to coordinate.
Staff submitted application to ABC. NBDC has list from Chamber. MS
ill OLD BUSINESS:
Staff to schedule meeting w/SCruz to recommend CIngalls to fill vacancy left by Narela.
IV NEW BUSINESS:
New member to fill vacancy left by Leigh Alvarez: TBD
The sub-committee will meet to discuss prograni content and local artist program 12/27.
Meeting adjourned 10:15.
Monthlv MeetinlZS @ 9:00 AM: Second Thursdays - 12/13, 1/10, and 2/14
Sub-Committee Meeting@ 9:00 AM: Fourth Thursdays - 12/27, 1/24
These notes represent the authors 0 understanding of events as th~ occurred. Kindly submit your
comments or additions to the meeting minutes prior to the next meeting.
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City Clerk's Office
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BOARD AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT FORM
BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: Golf Advisory Board
CHAIRPERSON: Scott Lipman
CITY LIAISON: Kevin Smith
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD SINCE JULY 01: 7
ACTIVITY:
The mission of the golf advisory committee shall be to oversee the functionality of
the three city golf courses, review observations and make recommendations, as
appropriate, to the administration.
The duties of the committee shall be to:
(1) Make studies and reports to the city commission and the city manager on all
matters pertaining and relating to the use and operation of the city's golf
courses and recommendations for the improvement thereof.
(2) Make such recommendations on all matters concerning the use and operation
of such municipal golf courses as it may seem desirable and appropriate, and
to transmit the same to the city manager and the city commission for such
action as the city manager and the city commission may deem appropriate.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
The primary responsibilities and accomplishments of the Golf Advisory Board
since July 01 have focused on the finalization of construction documents for the
Bayshore Golf Course, Clubhouse, the monitoring of the bidding and award of
the construction contract and the on-going issues with the clubhouse designs.
At each meeting the Board has been provided a progress update of related
activities and has conducted site visits at Bayshore. The Members have worked
with the Administration to monitor the progress of the construction and at this
time find it to be in accordance with the concept presented to them and are
pleased with the progress to date.
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Additionally, the Board assisted the Administration monitoring PCM (Professional
Course Management) the new golf course management company selected to
operate Normandy Shores Golf Course and Bayshore upon completion. The
Board and representatives of PCM meet at the regularly established Golf
Advisory Board meetings to discuss the current conditions of the golf course,
obtain play related status reports and provide general input as to their
observations, expectations and level of satisfaction with PCM.
At this time the Board has expressed appreciation with the marked improvement
in the quality, condition and appearance of the Normandy Shores Golf Course,
the level of customer service of PCM and the commitment made by Professional
Course Management to provide a better golf product to our residents and
tourists.
FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
In the next 6-month period the Golf Advisory Board will continue to monitor the
progress of the construction of the Bayshore Golf Course, clubhouse and related
facilities. The Board will also work with the Administration and Professional
Course Management to develop a greens fees package that for Bayshore Golf
Course that will permit the generation of revenue needed to cover the operations
and debt service of the facility while being fair and equitable to our residents.
Additionally, the Golf Advisory Board will continue to monitor the quality and
performance of the PCM group at Normandy Shores Golf Course to ensure the
golf product offered to our residents and tourists meets and exceeds the
established standards and expectations of the City, the community and the Golf
Advisory Board.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
HEALTH FACILITIES AUTHORITY
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CHAIRPERSON:
MICHAEL BAUM
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CITY LIAISON:
PATRICIA D. WALKER
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NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD SINCE June 2001
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ACTIVITY:
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
HISTORIC PRESERVATION BOARD
CHAIRPERSON:
MITCH NOVICK
CITY LIAISON:
THOMAS R. MOONEY, AlCP
DATE OF REPORT: JULY 2001 through DECEMBER 2001
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD DURING TinS REPORTING PERIOD: 7
MEETING
DATE
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ITEMS
PRELIMINARY
APPROVED DENIED WlTHDRA WN CONTINUED EV ALUATlONS
Jut 2001 19 13 6
Aug 01 5 3 2
Sep 01 16 5 10 1
Oct 01 21 15 2 2 1
Nov 01 13 10 2
Dee 01 12 6 1 3
Totals: 86 52 2 23 5
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Note: Some totals may not match due to some items being removed from the Agenda at the last minute.
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Submitted: January 7, 2002
BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
LOAN REVIEW COMMITTEE
CHAIRPERSON:
JAMES GLEASON
CITY LIAISON:
MIGUELL DEL CAMPILLO. HOUSING DIR.
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD SINCE JULY 1. 2001:
3
ACTIVITY:
The Committee reviewed and recommended three (3) applications for the Multi-Family
Housing Rehabilitation Program and the HOME Program.
FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
The Committee plans to meet monthly, except for August, in which no meeting is scheduled.
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ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
See "Activities" Above.
FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
The Committee plans to meet monthly, except for August, or as required for the balance of the
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: Marine Authority
CHAIRPERSON: Ira Nusbaum
CITY LIAISON: Eric Wardle / Code ComDliance
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD SINCE JULY 01, 2001: Six. includina 12/11
ACTIVITY:
Review applications for Water Sport occupational license. Review Beach
Concession rules and regulations, and contract for City Beach Concession.
Make recommendations to the City Commission and Administration concerning
Beach Rules and Regulations and water sport activity. Review and make
recommendations concerning underwater park, watercraft channels on the
Beach. Listen to complaints from citizens or civic organizations concerning
the waterways, marine activity and water sports.
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ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
Made recommendations to the City Commission concerning the Beach
Concession agreement for the City Contract, water sport channels and
watersport equipment. Reviewed and recommended approval of
several occupational license applications including the 2002 Boat show.
FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
Continue review of occupational license applications for marine related
businesses and make recommendation concerning marine related activity.
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BOARD AND COMMITTEE ANNUAL REPORT FORM
Date: February 7,2002
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on the Status of Women for meetings and events held during the year of 2001.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
Miami Beach Commission on the Status of Women
CHAIRPERSON:
Regina Suarez
CITY LIAISON:
Judy Hoanshelt, Grants Manager
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD SINCE JANUARY: Eleven Meetings
ACTIVITY:
2001 Monthly Meetings:
January 9,2001
February 6, 2001
March 13,2001
April 10, 2001
May 8, 2001
June 12,2001
July 10,2001
September 11, 2001
October 9, 2001
November 13,2001
December' 14, 2001
Events Held bv this Committee in Addition to the Monthlv Meetine:s:
February 6, 2001
Women Worth Knowing Presentation and Awards
Honorees:
. Linda Villella, Joan Glickstein, Dena Stewart, Elaine Bloom
Event Held at the Fountainbleau Hilton Hotel
Sponsored by Miami Beach Commission on the Status of Women
April 3, 2001
Panel Speakers and Discussion Regarding Pay Equity
Speakers:
. The Art of Negotiating a Raise, Robin Reiter
. Networking, Sandy Gonzalez-Levy
. The Interviewing Process, Lydia Harrison
Event Held at 4025 Pine Tree Drive
Sponsored by Miami Beach Commission on the Status of Women
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Events: (Continued)
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June 12, 2001
Women's Health Forum: Co-Sponsored Women's Health Conference at
Miami Heart Institute
· Women and Heart Disease: Prevention and Risk Factors, Kevin Coy,
M.D.
· Osteoperosis, Dan Cohen, M.D.
· Open Panel Discussion with the Physicians
Event Held at Miami Beach High School
Sponsored by Miami Beach Commission on the Status of Women
June 28, 2001
Review and Nominations to the Florida Women's Hall of Fame
October 10,2001
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Domestic Violence Awareness Month: Presentation to Students at
Miami Beach High School re: Domestic Violence.
Speakers: Commissioner Luis. R. Garcia, JR
Judge Bertilla Soto, Miami-Dade County Court Judge
Rose Lesniack, Miami Beach Police Department
Pamela Stack, Educator, Save a Life
Event Held at Mt. Sinai Hospital
Co-Sponsored by Miami Beach Commission on the Status of
Women and Mount Sinai Hospital
December 2001
Assistance for Women in Need Clothes Drive for the Needy/Donation to the
Miami Rescue Mission.
NEW FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
National Pay Equity Event.
Domestic Violence Center/Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
Homeless Issues.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
Miami Beach Commission on the Status of Women
CHAIRPERSON:
Regina Suarez
CITY LIAISON:
Judy Hoanshelt, Grants Manager
NUl\'ffiER OF MEETINGS HELD SINCE JANUARY: Eleven Meetings
ACTIVITY:
2001 Monthly Meetings:
January 9,2001
February 6,2001
March 13,2001
April 10,2001
May 8, 2001
June 12,2001
July 10,2001
September 11,2001
October 9,2001
November 13,2001
December 114,2001
Events Held bv this Committee in Addition to the Monthlv Meetin2s:
February 6, 2001
Women Worth Knowing Presentation and A wards
Honorees:
. Linda Villella, Joan Glickstein, Dena Stewart, Elaine Bloom
Event Held at the Fountainbleau Hilton Hotel
Sponsored by Miami Beach Commission on the Status of Women
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April 3, 2001
Panel Speakers and Discussion Regarding Pay Equity
Speakers:
. The Art of Negotiating a Raise, Robin Reiter
. Networking, Sandy Gonzalez-Levy
. The Interviewing Prod~ss, Lydia Harrison
Event Held at 4025 Pine Tree Drive
Sponsored by Miami Beach Commission on the Status of Women
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Events: (Continued)
June 12,2001
June 28, 2001
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October 10,2001
December 2001
Women's Health Forum: Co-Sponsored Women's Health Conference at
Miami Heart Institute
· Women and Heart Disease: Prevention and Risk Factors, Kevin Coy,
M.D.
· Osteoperosis, Dan Cohen, M.D.
· Open Panel Discussion with the Physicians
Event Held at Miami Beach High School
Sponsored by Miami Beach Commission on the Status of Women
Review and Nominations to the Florida Women's Hall of Fame
1.
Domestic Violence Awareness Month: Presentation to Students at
Miami Beach High School re: Domestic Violence.
Speakers: Commissioner Luis. R. Garcia, JR
Judge Bertilla Soto, Miami-Dade County Court Judge
Rose Lesniack, Miami Beach Police Department
Pamela Stack, Educator, Save a Life
Event Held at Mt. Sinai Hospital
Co-Sponsored by Miami Beach Commission on the Status of
Women and Mount Sinai Hospital
Assistance for Women in Need Clothes Drive for the N eedy/Donation to the
Miami Rescue Mission.
NEW FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
National Pay Equity Event.
Domestic Violence Center/Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
Homeless Issues.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: NUISANCE ABATEMENT BOARD
CHAIRPERSON: DAVID ALSCHULER AND STEPHEN HERTZ
CITY LIAISON: LISA R. MARTINEZ
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD SINCE JULY 01, 2001: ~ U-J1
ACTIVITY:
BOARD STATUS CONFERENCE
ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: NUISANCE ABATEMENT BOARD
CHAIRPERSON: DAVID ALSCHULER AND STEPHEN HERTZ
CITY LIAISON: LISA R. MARTINEZ
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD SINCE JULY 01, 2001: ~ /.Al...t'-1
ACTIVITY:
BOARD STATUS CONFERENCE
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: Parks and Recreational Facilities Advisory
Board
CHAIRPERSON: Gary Heffner
CITY LIAISON: Kevin Smith
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD SINCE JULY 01: 6
ACTIVITY:
The Parks and Recreational Facilities Advisory Board shall serve in an advisory capacity
to the city commission, city manager and the director of parks and recreation on matters
related to the successful implementation of a comprehensive community-based parks
and recreation service delivery system. Such issues may include, but are not limited to,
creative program development, a community involvement process, overall parks and
recreation facility development and service as an oversight committee to evaluate goals
of the recreation, culture and parks department. The board shall interact with other
boards, governmental agencies and civic groups on an as-needed basis to foster the
success of the department's objectives.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
· Monitored the progress of the Parks General Obligation Bond Improvements
Program and Golf Courses Construction Project.
· Reviewed and made recommendations for submission of various grant applications.
· Reviewed and made recommendations of the Request for Proposals related to the
Management of the Tennis Centers.
· Reviewed and made recommendations related to Recreation program fees, charges
& facilities rentals fee.
· Monitored the progress / providing feedback to the Parks and Recreation Blue
Ribbon Committee process.
· Reviewed and made recommendations related to Recreation Division programs and
activities.
· Worked cooperatively with the Scott Rakow Youth Center Advisory Board
Representatives to discuss issues of mutual interest by hosting an Annual Focus
Meeting. .
· Evaluated and made recommendations for the Parks and Recreation Department
2001/02 operational budget.
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Future Board actions currently anticipated to be discussed in the next six month period
include but are not limited to:
· Review and recommendations of the admission fees, annuall monthly passes, party
rentals and other issues related to the new Flamingo Park Pool Complex.
· Review and implementation of the Parks and Recreation Blue Ribbon Committee
recommendations.
· Evaluate and make recommendations for the Parks and Recreation Department's
2002/03 operational budget.
· Continue the monitoring of the Parks General Obligation Bond Parks Improvements
Program, providing comment, input and guidance.
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BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT FORM - PAGE 1 OF 1
BOARD NAME:
PERSONNEL BOARD
CHAIRPERSON:
JOHN BREMER
CITY LIAISON:
T. C. ADDERL Y, Human Resources Director
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD SINCE JULY 2001 through DECEMBER 2001 - 5
ACTIVITY:
~ Approve Classified job descriptions.
~ Approve Classified open competitive minimum qualifications.
~ Approve New Job Specifications
~ Hear Performance Evaluation appeals
~ Hear disciplinary action appeals.
~ Hearings on Psychological Examinations
~ Hearings on Personnel Board's Authority to direct Administrative Action
~ 2001/02 Budget Discussion.
~ Discussion on amendments to Personnel Rules
FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
~ Hear disciplinary action appeals.
~ Hear performance evaluation appeals.
~ Approve Classified job descriptions.
~ Approve Classified open competitive and promotional qualifications.
~ Approve New Job Specifications
~ Select and approve nominated City employees for annual Special Awards.
~ 2001/02 Budget Discussion
~ Other matters as required.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
~ Heard two (6) disciplinary action appeals (suspension, termination).
~ Approved five (5) open competitive minimum qualifications.
~ Appointed one (1) new employee member.
~ Selected and approved nomination of eleven (11) City employees for Annual
Special Awards.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
PLANNING BOARD
CHAIRPERSON:
MEL SCHLESSER
CITY LIAISON:
MERCY LAMAZARES, AICP
DATE OF REPORT: JULY 2001 through DECEMBER 2001
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD DURING TIDS REPORTING PERIOD: 7
MEETING
DATE
AGENDA
ITEMS
PRELIMINARY
APPROVED DENIED WITHDRAWN CONTINUED EV ALUA nONS
Jul 2001 15 5 1 1 8
Aug 01 16 3 1 12
Sep 01 17 8 2 4
Oct 01 16 7 6
Nov 01 No meeting scheduled
Dec 01 10 4 1 4
Totals: 74 27 2 34
The Planning Board also met on 8/22 and on 12/4 in workshops.
Note: Some totals may not match due to some items being removed from the Agenda at the last minute.
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1. Discussion relative to motor scooters and related parking in artd around
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residential and ,commercial districts. Further discussion pertaihing to valet
operations. I
3. Presentation by FOP President Bernier Ruder in reference totlhe FOP
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4. Parking issues - referred to Saul Francis, Parking Director !
5. Discussion of major event evaluations and direction for critical Incidents.
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1. Presentation regarding the homeless situation on Miami Beach.
2. Discussion of vehicular traffic on La Gorce and Pinetree DriveE.
3. The next meeting will include information about gangs and diSiCussion
regarding what the committee hopes to accomplish. i
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FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
The committee is scheduled to meet on the following dates:
January 15, 2002
February 19,2002
March 19.2002
April 16, 2002
May 21,2002
June 18, 2002
July 16, 2002
August 20, 2002
September 27, 2002
October 15, 2002
November 19, 2002
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committee during their tenure of oI'ric:e as sud'l presldents. The city manager or his designee shall
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Board and Committee
Bi-Annual Report Form
BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: Police I Citizens Relations
Committee
CHAIRPERSON: Michael Finesilver
CITY LIAISON: Chief Donald De Lucca
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD SINCE JULY 01, 2001: 5
ACTIVITY:
. July 17,2001 Meeting
1. Discussion relative to motor scooters and related parking in and around
Lincoln Road.
2. Discussion relative to parking meter rentals and bagging of meters in
re~idential and commercial districts. Further discussion pertaining to valet
operations.
3. Presentation by FOP President Bernier Ruder in reference to the FOP
contract.
4. Discussion on purpose and intent of the committee. Ms. Kersten wanted
to have the committee lead a public forum. Item tabled after further
discussion.
. August Meeting - cancelled for summer holiday
. September 11, 2001 Meeting - cancelled due to terrorist attacks
. October 16,2001 Meeting
1. Introduction of the new Chief - Donald W. De Lucca
2. Discussion of the MBPD in transition'
3. Review of promotions which occurred 10/05/01
4. Parking issues - referred to Saul Francis, Parking Director
5. Discussion of major event evaluations and direction for critical incidents.
. November 20, 2001 Meeting
1. Major Tom Weschler presented an overview on MBPD's anti-terrorism
efforts. This included discussions on preparedness, training, intelligence,
and potential targets.
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information.
. December 18, 2001 Meeting
1. Presentation regarding the homeless situation on Miami Beach.
2. Discussion of vehicular traffic on La Gorce and Pinetree Drives.
3. The next meeting will include information about gangs and discussion
regarding what the committee hopes to accomplish.
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
com~unity concerns to be brought to the attention ,of the Chief of Police.
FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
The committee is scheduled to meet on the following dates:
January 15, 2002
February 19, 2002
March 19, 2002
April 16, 2002
May 21,2002
June 18, 2002
July 16, 2002
August 20, 2002
September 27, 2002
October 15, 2002
November 19,2002
December 17, 2002
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Miami Beach Announces New Film & Print Incentives
Miami Beach, FL - The City of Miami Beach, in conjunction with the local production community,
has developed new incentives and program designed to facilitate filming and reduce costs for the
production industry. The incentives were unanimously approved by the City of Miami Beach
Commission on Wednesday October 17,2001.
In development over the past year, this package of incentives will benefit productions ranging
from large-scale film and television projects to fashion and print shoots. In addition the City's Film
& Print Division is working on several fronts to develop and coordinate new initiatives in response
to the terrorist attacks of September 11 and a world-wide decline in film projects. The production
industry of Miami Beach has also joined together as a united community to begin developing
incentives and programs designed to further facilitate productions.
The Miami Beach Film & Print Incentive Program applies to many areas of production and
addresses ease of production as well as fee reductions. Highlights of the program include:
. Film & Video incentives specifically designed for large scale projects;
. Parking Solutions - new opportunities for productions to participate in parking programs
that utilize City parking and special vehicle pass programs;
. Scouting Passes - designed to facilitate parking for directors scouting Miami Beach for
film/television project locations; and,
. Beach Access - reductions in beach access fees designed to. encourage shoulder season
production in Miami Beach
In addition to formal production programs, the community is reacting in unison to convey a
message of welcome and stability to many of the clients that have made Miami Beach a number
one stop in their production schedule over the years. Hotels have been working closely with
production companies and modeling agencies to offer special package room rates and a strong
"can do" attitude" has taken center stage throughout the producti~n community.
"We have galvanized as a community like never before," said James Quinlan, Director, Office of
Arts, and Culture & Entertainment. "Every sector of the production community in Miami Beach
has been instrumental in contributing to the process of expanding the opportunity for projects of
all sizes to work successfully."
Film and print production is an important Miami Beach partner contributing over $60 million
annually to the City's economy. This industry is also recognized as being a prime force in the
revitalization of Miami Beach as a high-profile and high-style destination.
"The unity of our production community in offering a beautiful setting paired w~th a full-serv~ce
production community has always made Miami Beach a special place," said AlexIs Edwards, Film
& Print Coordinator for Miami Beach. "Now with these new incentives, Miami Beach can truly
demonstrate a strong and active production community that continues to attract and respond to
an international clientele."
Many sectors of Miami Beach continue to work on long and short-ran.ge programs designed .to
minimize the impact of the attack to our community through proactive ou~reach a.nd special
programs. If you would like to be kept abreast of these programs or for further information, please
contact the City of Miami Beach Film & Print Division at 305-673~7070.
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The Film & Print Division of Miami Beach
offers the following incentives to productions Convention Center Parking
shooting in Miami Beach. Below is an outline
of the programs with descriptions and
important details. To participate in this
incentive program, you will need to contact
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This incentive program is designed to assist
larger television, film and video productions.
A production must apply at least 5 working
days before the start of production.
Qualified productions shall receive the
following:
. Vehicle beach access fees waived for
a maximum of 12 vehicles (per day)
. Police administrative fees will be
waived
. Use of the Convention Center Parking
Lot for no-cost crew parking (when the
lot is not in use by a City/Convention
Center Event).
To receive this benefit productions must meet
or exceed two out of three qualifiers:
. The size of the local crew must be 75
or more
. Production must shoot in Miami Beach
for 5 days or more
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During the months of June through
September, vehicle beach access passes
shall be reduced by 50% to $75.00 (per
When not in use for a convention or other City
event, the Convention Center Parking Lot can be
made available to productions under the
following conditions:
. For a fee of $250, production companies
may receive 1/4 of the Lot (not to exceed
200 spaces) to use as a base camp for a
24-hour period. A production may also
purchase a permit for crew parking for the
same area and price.
. Consideration for neighboring residents
and businesses would be paramount in
permitting the use of this Lot. Guidelines
established for Residential Filming would
be applied to Convention Center parking
requests and will address hours of
operation and any aspects of the
production that may have an impact on
the surrounding residents. These
guidelines require a percentage of
affirmative "sign-offs" from affected
neighbors for parking requests which
exceed "normal" hours of operation and
specifically address residential concerns
in respect to productions.
. The Lot would only be available when it is
not in conflict with other Convention or
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A PCRV pass is available to allow production
units (RVs) to park legally without feeding
meter,s. This is for legal parking spaces only and
does not apply to Residential Parking Zones.
The permit would be made available for the
following fees:
. $75 for a one month city wide PCRV pass
. $175 for a three month city wide PCRV
pass
. $25 discounted incentive rate for one
month PCRV pass for North Beach (north
of 63rd street)
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within all residential zones. It would also allow
a maximum of 20 minutes in (marked)
loading zones. Scouting permits are limited in
time (typically not for more than one day),
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: S'AffJ-'! CoMM I TT6E
CHAIRPERSON: )) AN tJ Y V ,4( S'tt'tMJ
CITY LIAISON: RON CltPW
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Telephone (305) 673-7193
Facsimile (305) 673-7772
Via Hand Delivery
DATE: January 10, 2002
TO:
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RE: Bi-Annual Board and Committee Report - South Pointe Advisory Board
Enclosed, please fmd for your records, the July-December 2001 Bi-Annual Report for the South Pointe Advisory
Board.
Should you have any questions, please contact me at extension 6582.
Thank you.
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BOARD AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT FORM
BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAlVIE: SOUTH POINTE ADVISORY BOARD
CHAIRPERSON:
ROBERT CHRISTOPH
CITY LIAISON:
ALEXANDRA ROLAND ELL I
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD FROM JULY TO DECEMBER 2001
5(FIVE) - The August meeting was cancelled
due to no meetings were held by the City
Commission.
ACTIVITIES:
Review the updated monthly reports from Special Events and discuss procedures to
implement protocols to avoid disturbances during major Special Events. SP AB approval
is required, prior to the issuance of a permit for any event planned in the South Pointe
district.
Review the updated monthly reports from Code Enforcement related to violations to the
City Code from projects under construction, commercial establishments, vacant
buildings, and others within the South Pointe District.
Review the updated monthly reports from Police in its efforts to reduce crime, improve
traffic conditions and address citizens safety.
Review the updated monthly reports from Administration for projects within the district,
including, the approval of budgets for those projects in which the RDA has a
responsibility to fund and build.
The major projects are:
1. Pre-Construction Activities for SSDI-South and SSDI- North parcels consisting of the
restoration/construction of the seawall, construction of the staging area, temporary
curb cut, Utility Relocation, and construction of temporary parking lots.
2. Streetscape Improvements - Phase I construction along W ashington Avenue and
Third Street. Review and participation in the resolution of the issues related to the
claims made by the City's contractor, Atlantic Civil Inc., and its termination. Review
of the implementation to select a qualified new contractor and design team for the
future phases of the Project.
3. Phase II- Review and approval in combination with community meetings on issues
related to design, existing conflicts, landscaping and parking.
4. Community Garden - Participate in the approval of the selection of the site and
design.
S. South Pointe Park - Participate in the design features and overview budget.
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Review issues concernin the homeless eo Ie in the area.
Review of arkin issues concernin the South Pointe district.
FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
Continue overview ofprojects in the district, such as the Community Garden, the Beach
Crossover and dune restoration, streetsca e im rovements, etc.
Continue to review and obtain a roval for new events in the district.
Continue to address and find remedies to reduce the crime rate, traffic problems and the
homelessness in the South Pointe District.
Continue review ways to ensure compliance of code within the South Pointe District and
address citizen concerns.
ofthe activities affectin the District.
Continue review of public/private projects proposed in the South Pointe District,
including the design/construction of the Master Plan for the new South Pointe Park, the
coordination of private developments, and the implementation of the Capital
1m rovement Pro'ects funded throu the G.O. Bond within the District.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
Approvalobtained for the City Manager to hire a construction company to work at risk
on an emer enc basis for the South Pointe Streetsca e Pro' ect.
Approval granted to use a new evaluation method of pre-qualifying the future contractor,
and architects/en 'neers involved in South Pointe Streetsca e Pro'ect.
Review, discussion and approval of several impohant projects within the district, such as
the construction of a Temporary Parking Lot at the Alaska Parcel, where the SP AB
sympathized with the applicant's request for approval for a conditional use - a 268 space
public surface parking lot- within the parcel's zoning of Marine Recreational (MR.). It
also urged the Planning Board members and City officials to take the legally appropriate,
necessary steps to ensure a public waterfront-walkway from the South Pointe Park to the
Marina, includin the access to the Cook's Inlet.
Review and approval ofthe proposed Single Parent Family Housing and Resource Center
at 321-327 Michi an Avenue from the Housin Authorit of Miami Beach.
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Participated in the petition for the expansion of residential parking for Zone 1, which
required the Parking Department to initiate a survey of the area to determine conditions.
Participated in the Fifth Street Corridor Master Plan complementing the public meetings
for the development of a comprehensive community development plan. Included in the
discussions were the safety concerns of the problem areas around Fourth and Seventh
Streets and the Police response strategy.
Overview of Ten- Year Capital Improvement Plan for the South Pointe District.
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BOARD AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT FORM
BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: TRANSPORTATION & PARKING
CHAIRPERSON: GARY KNIGHT
CITY LIAISON: SAUL FRANCES
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD SINCE JULY 01, 2001: FIVE
ACTIVITY:
July 9, 2001:
. Resolution on Maintenance of 63rd Street Bridge
. Light Rail - Presentation by Mayor N. Kasdin
. Discussion on Transitional Plan for Electric Shuttle Services
August 6, 2001:
. Parkina Demand Analysis - Walker Parking Consultants - Discussion
Proposal Production Incentives
September 10, 2001:
. Walker Parkina Consultants - Parking Demand Analysis - Discussion
. Residential Permit Parking - Zone One (South Pointe) - Proposed Expansion of Restricted
Parkina areas
October 1, 2001:
. Walker Parking Consultants and The Corradino Group - Parkina Demand Analysis
. Residential Permit Parking - Zone One (South Pointe) - Proposed Expansion of Restricted
Parkina Areas
. Nomination/Selection of Chairperson for light Rail Study Committee
November 5, 2001: No meeting - Canceled due to Hurricane Florence
December 3, 2001:
. Introduction of the Citizens Advisory Committee for the Bay link
. 'Nidening of Sidewalks on Ocean Drive (Deferred from October 2001)
. Parking Demand Analysis - Walker Parking - Flamingo Park Neighborhood
. Harding Avenue - Cross Street Analysis
ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
July 9, 2001:
. Motion passed regarding Maintenance of 63rd Street Bridge
. Motion passed to form a Light Rail Sub-Committee comprised of TPC members
August 6, 2001:
. Walker Parking Consultants invited to September 10, 2001 meeting
. Motion passed to support proposed Production Incentives
September 10, 2001:
. Walker Parking Consultants - Discussion on Parking Demand Analysis
October 1, 2001:
. Motion passed to affirm South Pointe Advisory Board recommendations for the Proposed
Expansion of Restricted Residential Permit Parking Area One (South Pointe)
. Nomination of M. Hyman to serve on the Technical Light Rail Committee
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City of Miami Beach
Transportation & Parking Committee
Monday, July 9, 2001
REVISED Minutes
I. Call to Order
The meeting was called to order by G. Knight, Chair at 3:38pm.
II. Introduction of Committee Members
Introduction of the T&P Committee members and the public. (Sign-in sheet attached for
reference.)
III. Approval of June 11, 2001 Minutes
Motion by H. Gross to approve June 11, 2001 minutes; second by M. Hyman; the
minutes were approved unanimously with one revision requested for the records by M.
Benson: she was absent from last month's meeting due to medical leave.
Chair G. Knight stated the T&P Committee would hear Item V until City of Miami Beach
Mayor N. Kasdin arrives to make his light rail presentation. Staff Liaison S.Frances will
not be attending today due to a conflict with another meeting.
V. Resolution on Maintenance ofthe 63rd Street Bridge (copy attached with agend~)
Presentation by Richard Steinberg
R. Steinberg stated the resolution is self-explanatory: FOOT is planning to perform
maintenance on the bridge in 2004, they plan to open the bridge for boat but not car
traffic for approximately 16 months. North Beach Development Corporation and other
homeowner's associations on the north end passed similar resolutions urging the City
Administration to help mitigate the impact on traffic.
Motion by H. Gross, second by M. Hyman to open the floor for discussion to either
accept or strengthen the resolution. H. Gross stated he reviewed the resolution and
feels the current wording is sending a strong message to FOOT; and, he reminded the
T&P Committee members that FOOT owns that bridge and they can do what they want.
S. Nostrand suggested that maybe the T&P Committee could appoint a member of the
Committee to act as an official liaison and report any progress FOOT is making on the
project.
J. Johnson stated that FOOT plans to work on both the final on-grade solution and the
removal of the overpass simultaneously. FOOT is replacing the mechanical system on
the bridge and the only thing separating both projects is the funding.
Since Mayor N. Kasdin arrived at the meeting, Chair G. Knight stated Item V will
continue after the Mayor has concluded his presentation.
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Presentation by Mayor Neisen Kasdin
Mayor N. Kasdin informed the T&P Committee that Miami Beach used to have an
extensive trolley system that served Miami Beach by connecting across the MacArthur
Causeway, up Miami Beach on the west side and east side, and went south to Coral
Gables. In the present, if a light rail system were re-instituted, it would allow people who
stay in downtown Miami hotels or live in Brickell Avenue to come to South Beach.
Light rail: today's trolley systems are quiet, electrically powered, usually smaller than
heavy rail metro-rail cars, can maneuver tight turns and steep grades, operate at-grade
with vehicular traffic, and can hold up to 160 people per car. For the most part, they can
run on existing rights of way, and there is federal interstate transportation money
available for construction.
Advantages of light rail over fixed rail: fixed rail (like Metro Rail) is more expensive
because right-of-way has to be bought, property has to be condemned, there is heavy
overhead line, and trains are larger. Light rail is less expensive, fits into the existing city
grid, and not for long distance travel so the cars stay within a few mile radius of the
urban core.
Regarding the Miami-Miami Beach Transportation Corridor Study: the study is being
administered by the MPO, is funded by the Florida Department of Transportation
(FOOT), and should be completed in 20 months. Parsons, Brinkerhoff, Quade &
Douglas have been recommended as the Study Consultant, and the City of Miami and
Miami Beach have representation on the study. Additionally, it will include a large
citizen participation component.
Mayor N. Kasdin requested the following to be included in the study: technology that
would allow light rail to be adapted to the Metro-rail track so it could go to the airport.
The County is a funding a spur of Metro-Rail from the Arlington Heights Station to the
Miami International Airport and if the technology permits, then the public could go from
the Miami International Airport to Miami Beach without having to take a cab or drive.
Chair G. Knight opened the floor for comments.
M. Hyman stated he is favor of having the T&P Committee Chair establish a sub-
committee for regular reports that would include participation from other City of Miami
Beach organizations such as the North Be~ch Development Corporation.
Question to Mayor N. Kasdin: who are the City of Miami Beach representatives
appointed to the study? Answer by Mayor N. Kasdin: there is no group currently
involved in monitoring the study so the forum for the City of Miami Beach participation is
open to be created.
Chair G. Knight suggested the T&P Committee as the ideal group to have a fo~al
relationship since the members of this Committee are appointed in an advisory capacity
to the Mayor and City Commission. J. Johnson informed the T&P Committee that in
addition to working in the selection of the Consultant, he was also on the negotiating
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team. And, the contract going before the MPO for approval specifically names the T&P
Committee as part of the team on the Miami Beach portion.
R. Warren has previously voiced his opposition to light rail because of commuter
congestion and long light rail cars trying to negotiate city streets when making turns. As
an example, one set of commuters are citizens who live at 78th & Hawthorne, drive down
Alton Road, and go over the MacArthur Causeway to work in Hialeah and the Dora!.
Therefore, he does not believe these commuters will be served by this system.
L. Polansky informed the T&P Committee members she was appointed to the Design
Review Board but plans to stay on the T&P Committee. She is not against light rail but
is against a plan that destroys the beauty and integrity of the City of Miami Beach.
T&P Committee members appreciated the clarity of Mayor N. Kasdin's presentation as
Committee members would like to contribute positively and not just point out problems.
Some T&P Committee members stated that after Mayor N. Kasdin's presentation they
now understand what is happening-it is only a study and everyone needs to keep an
open mind and see what happens.
Mayor N. Kasdin praised the T&P Committee as he realized being here today how much
intellect and talent has been appointed to the T&P Committee. He also believes the
T&P Committee has the ability to serve as a good resource group for this project.
G. Knight made one final suggestion: he feels the architect who is working on the
conceptual plans for 17th and Washington, Zyscovich Inc., should be part of the
participation as the project moves forward.
G. Knight thanked Mayor N. Kasdin for appearing before the T&P Committee and is
requesting volunteers for the formation of a Light Rail Study Sub-Committee.
Motion to form a Light Rail Study Sub-Committee that will have a defined role for citizen
participation in public hearings in the City of Miami Beach and make reports to the T&P
Committee; accepted by H. Gross, second by R. Warren.
Item V - R. Steinberg's resolution.
M. Benson would like to suggest inserting the following wording into R. Steinberg's
resolution next to last paragraph: "we further urge that the Manager and FOOT hold
frequent and on-going public involvement meetings. These would include but not be
limited to time-lines, scope and sequence of the entire 63rd Street Intersection Project
and accompanying graphic renderingsn. H. Gross has no problem with wording except
that it should be changed to "Manager or his designeen.
Motion by H. Gross, second by M. Courtney to accept the Resolution with the minor
revision. H. Gross stated that based on his past experiences with previous public
involvement meetings, he would like suggest that rather than public meetings, the
Manager (or his designee) and FOOT, can appear before the T&P Committee and make
presentations.
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R. Steinberg made the following recommendation: instead of on-going public
involvement meetings--change the wording to: on-going updates to the T&P Committee.
Motion to accept as amended, all in favor unanimously.
VI. Discussion on Transitional Plan for Electric Shuttle Services
Presentation by Joseph Johnson and Corradino Group
J. Corradino stated he was tasked to do a seven-year plan for the Electrowave and as
they were preparing to make their recommendations and final report, they were asked to
shut down the system because it was not working properly. The Corradino Group did
not feel they could make a recommendation for a long-term plan unless the system was
operating the way it was designed with the existing number of vehicles and appropriate
headways.
The Corradino Group made four recommendations: maintenance, equipment,
management and performance standards. The major problem was the maintenance of
the batteries-they have not been maintained adequately to support the service. Since
batteries show wear within a week if they are not being maintained correctly, The
Corradino Group recommended that someone step in immediately to make sure the
batteries are being maintained until the contract with the private maintenance contractor
is signed.
Equipment: the system is short several battery sets and not up to standards. The
"Banana Tariff' has been lifted and the City of Miami Beach has ordered 29 battery sets,
which should arrive by the end of October. The new battery sets will allow the
Electrowave to operate without any problems and the system should run at peak
efficiency.
Management process: there seemed to be a disconnect because the maintenance
contractor did not report directly to the Electrowave Manager and there was no sense of
urgency in terms of living up to the tasks that were supposed to be performed. This
problem should be corrected with the hiring of the private maintenance contractor, which
will report directly to the Electrowave Manager.
Performance Standards: there are currently no performance standards. Performance
standards would be developed for both maintenance and operations aspects. Covered
in these standards are: maintenance of batteries, number of tows, employee
attendance, hours of service, and driver training. The final report is scheduled to be
completed in the next several weeks and ,should be ready for a recommendation to the
City Commission at the July 25th Commission meeting.
J. Corradino informed the T&P Committee the money for the hybrid bus. the shop
equipment, and the batteries is FDA money that needs to be encumbered by September
30, 2001. Now that the "Banana Tariff' was lifted, federal funds assigned to the
Electrowave in 1997, 1998, and 1999 can be spent.
H. Gross question: is the Parking Department going to be asked for additional money?
J. Evans responded she was not going to answer the question, J. Johnson needs to
address this question.
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J. Johnson responded he met with the City Manager last week to go over the immediate
action plan and the long-range plan. He stated the position of the T&P Committee
regarding parking dollars to fund the Electrowave and the opinion of the City
Administration is that the use of parking revenue funds for the shuttle is appropriate.
G. Knight reminded the T&P Committee that parking rates went up in part to be able to
create a sufficient fund of operating dollars to provide funding to continue the
Electrowave experiment. The T&P Committee also stated those dollars may in the
future have to go to other parking related issues, parking garage construction, etc. and
the Committee felt there should be a source of funding from the City's budget excluding
parking revenue funds. The City Manager has sent a message back he thinks is a
discussible issue. Members of the T&P Committee may want to form a Sub-Committee
to discuss the matter further or take it up with their appointing commissioner if they feel
strongly about the issue.
H. Gross stated his main concern was maintenance; he went on a tour of the
maintenance facility and was scared of what he saw. He wanted to know if there are
competent companies in Miami-Dade County willing to take over and perform
maintenance on the electric shuttle (Electrowave).
J. Evans stated the City of Miami Beach advertised for bid proposals and a response
from Electric Transit Vehicle Institute (ETV1) was received. ETVI is a partnership that
evaluates and tests vehicles on an international basis along with the electric bus
manufacturer, (Advanced Vehicle Systems) and the Chattanooga Area Regional Transit
Authority, who has for the last ten years successfully operated a fleet of electric buses.
R. Warren stated he read past minutes and the T&P Committee did agree to support
funding of the Electrowave for one year but the Electrowave needs a more permanent
source of funding. He reminded Committee members new office buildings are being
built at 17th & Michigan, 16th & Washington Avenue and people will want to go
somewhere for lunch. He is a big supporter of the Electrowave and asked Committee
members to give it a chance, and to start to consider options for funding a year from
now.
M. Hyman made a motion to appropriate the funding as requested in page 4 of the
Corradino Group Electrowave Immediate Action Plan Draft. The $1,766,847 is for the
Immediate Action Plan and the figures for the section on manage and secure the system
are forthcoming from the Budget but it has not been approved by the City Commission.
G. Knight announced the members of the Light Rail Study Sub-Committee:
1. Erika Brigham
2. Marlo Courtney
3. Judy Evans
4. Cesar Garcia-Pons
5. Howard Gross
6. Mike Hammon
7. Marty Hyman - Chair
8. Linda Polansky
9. Richard Steinberg
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10. Robert Warren
Status Reports:
Parking Status Report - May 2001 (written report submitted)
Parking Demand Analysis - Walker Parking Consultants
M. Hyman reviewed the revenue the Parking Department receives from the parking
facilities. He wanted to know if the Parking Department could offer limited free parking
on the main commercial streets of North Beach. Since S. Frances is not present, he will
wait until the next meeting to place his request on the table. It could be an item to place
on next month's agenda.
H. Gross agrees with M. Hyman except there has to be some method of making sure
that those parking spaces are not being used by employees for eight hours.
M. Hyman wanted to know about the eX-lot revenue (Collins - 201ll to 24th Street) and
how the $19,000 in revenue was collected for these meters in May 2001 before it
started.
R. Warren wanted to know what lot 9C was. C. Adams responded that it was the lot
behind the old Byron Carlyle and very little parking is taking place there. M. Courtney
wanted to know if the Meter Revenue Comparison list could be done more
geographically. C. Adams said he could not answer that because it has been a mystery
to everyone as to how the lots were numbered.
R. Steinberg thought it could be done as a spreadsheet with columns that would have a
designation for North Beach, South Beach, Mid Beach, etc. C. Adams stated it would
not be possible because it affects different departments: meter collection, meter repair,
and they all use these designations. And, Finance uses these designations/numbers
for the budget.
M. Courtney wanted to know if there is a way to prepare a summary of the figures for
off-street and on-street for each zone: South Beach, Mid Beach and North Beach.
G. Knight asked what is happening with the parking cards and revenue. C. Adams
responded that S. Frances and O. Mooney (Parking Department Office Manager) are
working on a marketing plan for the parking cards. Since the cards work on the
Electrowave, the Parking Department is placing notices on the outside of the buses to
inform the public.
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Question was asked if the parking cards sold to hotels had the capability of refunding
money. C. Adams responded that there were two components to the card: one was the
residential, where you could use the card, put $5.00 worth of parking and if you had to
leave for some reason, you could put your card back in and be refunded $4.95. Hotel
cards were designed to be used and then kept as a souvenir. The Parking Department
has decided that ALL parking cards will be able to buy back time regardless if you are a
visitor or a resident.
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C. Adams stated that a motion is needed to approve Walker Parking Consultants to
conduct the parking demand analysis study. The City of Miami Beach placed an RFP
for a parking demand analysis study, and Walker Parking Consultants was selected to
conduct the study. The study includes North Beach, South Beach, and the South Beach
hotel corridor. It will also include a physical inventory analysis, projection of future
demand parking analysis, a cost and feasibility analysis, and public involvement.
Request was made by several T&P Committee members to ensure that illegal curb cuts
that are placed without permission from the City (like those placed at Pennsylvania,
Michigan and Lenox) are included in the study. H. Gross advised sending a letter to the
City Administration advising them that from Lincoln Road south there is serious problem
with people taking away parking spaces by placing illegal curb cuts.
Motion by H. Gross to support the parking demand analysis study; second by C. Garcia-
Pons; unanimously approved.
Question by G. Knight: should the T&P Committee write a letter to the City Manager
regarding the illegal curbs? C. Garcia-Pons will prepare a letter for the August 6, 2001
meeting.
IX. Other Business
None.
X. . Adjournment
Move to adjourn by G. Knight at 5:22pm.
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City of Miami Beach
Transportation & Parking Committee
Monday, August 6, 2001
Minutes
I. Call to Order
The meeting was called to order by G. Knight, Chair at 3:38pm.
II. Introduction of Committee Members
Introduction of the T&P Committee members and the public. (Sign-in sheet attached for
reference.)
III. Approval of July 9, 2001 Minutes
Correction to minutes of July 9, 2001:
M. Hyman forgot to sign in and he wants it noted for the record that he was present.
Request by R. Warren to revise page 3, second paragraph change to: "as an example
one set of commuters" instead of "his perception". Page 5, fifth paragraph, last
sentence, instead of "worry about the funding for a year from now", he meant to say, "to
start to consider options for funding a year from now".
Request by M. Hyman to revise the members of the Light Rail Study Sub-Committee to
include M. Hyman as Chair.
Request by G. Knight to accept, move to accept by M. Hyman to approve July 9, 2001
minutes; second by members present, the minutes were approved unanimously with
revisions stated above.
IV. Parking Demand Analysis - Walker Parking Consultants
Discussion by Saul Frances
S. Frances informed the T&P Committee members that Walker Parking was unable to
attend the meeting. He had envisioned a round table discussion with every T&P
Committee member giving Walker Parking their insight as to what issues they wanted
Walker Parking to look at. S. Frances asked the T&P Committee if they wanted to either
defer to the next meeting or proceed.
C. Garcia-Pons stated he would like to see a Scope of Services so he can have time to
review before the September meeting and have Walker attend the meeting.
Request by Chair G. Knight, the Consultant should take notes on what the T&P
Committee members present to Walker Parking in September.
S. Frances to invite Walker Parking to attend the September 10, 2001 meeting.
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V. Proposal Production Incentives
Presentation by James Quinlan/Director of Arts, Culture & Entertainment
Alexis Edwards/Film & Print Liaison
J. Quinlan introduced A. Edwards, Film and Print Coordinator for the City of Miami
Beach, who issues approximately 2,000 permits annually to film, fashion, television,
feature films, and video productions that take place in Miami Beach.
The specific production incentives are discussed in the hand out provided by A.
Edwards. S. Frances informed the T&P Committee that Film and Print has been
working together with the Parking Department to develop these parking incentives.
Edwards discussed the major programs listed in the handout: 1) Large Production
Incentive Program; 2) Convention Center Parking; 3) PCRV Permit; 4) Beach Access;
and 5) Scouting Permits.
Under the heading Convention Center Parking (page 2 of the Incentives), request was
made by M. Hyman to change the second paragraph, third sentence to read "not to
exceed 200 existing spaces". A. Edwards stated it would be no problem.
The PCRV permit would allow RV's to park legally by purchasing a pre-paid sticker or
hang-tag system without having to feed the meters. This program would be
administered jointly by Film, Print, and the Parking Department.
G. Knight request to change "Large Production Incentive Program" by changing and or
removing the word "Large" so it would read "Production Incentive Program". A. Edwards
stated she would remove the word "Large" and come up with a different word.
G. Knight made a recommendation for a marketing program to entice production
companies from Germany and abroad because companies who used to come to Miami
Beach previously do not come now because they find Miami Beach to be expensive.
The City of Miami Beach has a website: ci.miami-beach.f1.us and J. Quinlan
encouraged everyone on the T&P Committee to look at the website. A. Edwards has
been working with the North Beach Development Corporation to position North Beach
for use by production companies and there is a North Beach section in the website.
A. Edwards was asked if the City of Miami Beach is the only city in the country that has
a production incentive program and she stated as far as she knows, the City of Miami
Beach is the only CITY that has this kind of program. Everything else is either State or
County; not even Miami-Dade County has an incentive package.
Motion to approve by H. Gross, second by M. Hyman; all in favor. J. Quinlan and A.
Edwards were thanked for their report.
VI. Status Reports
CIP Update - Marlo Courtney
Parking Status Report - June 2001 (written report submitted)
Alton Road Traffic Calming Study - Joseph Johnson
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CIP Update: M. Courtney is not present to make a CIP update.
Parking Status Report:
s. Frances stated he was asked to make a more detailed financial report (a copy was
distributed at today's meeting). He informed the T&P Committee that meters south of
23rd Street that were $.5G/ hour went up to $1.GO/hour (approximately 60% of the meters
in South Beach). In addition, the hours of operation in the meters south of 23rd Street
went from 9am-9pm to 9am-midnight. There was no change at meters north of 23rd
Street.
M. Hammon asked about the 42"d Street Garage and where it was on the report. S.
Frances apologized for the omission and will make a correction for future reports.
H. Gross inquired if there has been an increase in usage or any resistance by
citizens/visitors paying the money after the parking fees were increased south of 23rd
Street? At first, according to Saul Frances, there was some resistance. The Parking
Department is currently working on an issue with the Fontainebleau employees where
the municipal monthly rate at the 46th Street and Collins Avenue lot went from
$5G/month to $6G/month. This item was referred to the Finance Committee and they
should be coming back with a recommendation very soon.
When the increases were proposed, they were proposed keeping in mind that the rates
had to be reasonable considering other municipalities like Miami charge $1.25/hour, Fort
Lauderdale $1.50/hour. City of Miami Beach are therefore reasonable.
Alton Road Traffic Calming Study:
J. Johnson stated that on June 12, 2001 the City of Miami Beach and the Corradino
group met with the FOOT to present the draft copy of the Alton Road Traffic Calming
Plan. It was conceptually approved (surprisingly) by FOOT; they liked the study.
Pedestrian crossings were approved with the understanding that FOOT will not allow
brick or pavers at signalized intersections. They recommend that we use concrete
because there is a problem with pavers-they can come loose and become flying
projectiles.
FOOT does not have a problem with the traffic circles that were recommended by the
City of Miami Beach for North Bay Road (not along Alton Road). In addition, the semi-
diverter that was recommended for Alton Road and North Bay Road was conceptually
approved.
The following measures were not approved conceptually by FOOT: speed tables,
pavement markings and signage. FOOT is against speed tables because they say
speed tables cause a vertical shift of the road surface, and can be hazardous at high
speed. Pavement markings are not supported by FOOT because they have no proven
effect on vehicular speed.
J. Johnson's response to a T&P Committee member for a description on speed tables:
speed tables are an elongated speed bump. Speed tables can be designed in such a
way that if the traveling speed along a corridor is lowered and a driver is travelling too
fast and hits one, the driver will bump the bottom of his/her car.
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Regarding roundabouts at Alton Road and 29tn Street, this device is being suggested by
FOOT instead of a U-turn in the median for southbound traffic between Chase and 29ltl
Street. The 1-95 direct access ramp to Mt. Sinai was conceptually approved by FOOT;
however, this project will probably take place well in the future and would need to go
through further review.
J. Johnson was congratulated on doing an excellent job with FOOT on these projects.
Electrowave update by J. Evans: the maintenance contract was signed by the City
Manager and the Legal Department at 5:45pm on Friday, (August 3, 2001). Twelve
batteries have been ordered and the battery company is presently testing the batteries.
The interim contract that runs through October 1, 2001 and it is anticipated it will take
two months (if not longer) to test all batteries.
VII. Other Business
G. Knight reported that he received a copy of the letter sent to J. Johnson from Jose
Luis Mesa, Director of the Metropolitan Planning Organization advising the City of Miami
Beach that Parsons, Brinkerhoff, Quade & Douglas is the consulting firm that will
perform the contracted study for the Miami-Miami Beach Corridor. The number of public
meetings has been increased to 24; something Mayor N. Kasdin said would not occur at
this time.
G. Knight was also informed by M. Courtney that an item was placed on the agenda at
the last City Commission meeting (withdrawn at the last minute). It involved a request
made to the City Commissioners by the Florida limousine Association to change Ocean
Drive and Collins Avenue to one-way streets.
G. Knight made a suggestion that maybe it was time for all T&P Committee members to
meet with the City Commissioner who appointed them and remind them how important it
is to use the T&P Committee in its advisory capacity. G. Knight spoke to Commissioner
L. Garcia last week about this issue and suggested to Commissioner Garcia that the
best way to handle letters of request like the one from the Florida limousine Association
is to refer them to the T&P Committee.
G. Knight suggestion: every T&P Committee member should speak to each City
Commissioner aide and explain to him/her how to best help the Commissioners in their
work so the aides are aware that there is a process and procedure.
H. Gross met with the City Manager and J. Gonzalez told H. Gross he feels the T&P
Committee is one of the hardest working committees in the City of Miami Beach. The
City Manager told H. Gross if the T&P Committee has an issue that needs to come
before the T&P; he can be contacted directly.
H. Gross wanted to know if the Parking Department can institute a pilot program for free
parking in the business districts on 7151 Street, Normandy Drive, and Collins Avenue
from 11 am-3: OOpm.
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S. Frances responded that his recommendation would be for the T&P Committee to
form a Sub-Committee to discuss some incentives or relaxation of parking regulations
since the Bond Issue does not allow the Parking Department to give away free parking.
He recommended the forming of a Sub-Committee to discuss adjusted rates.
H. Gross will be on vacation until October 15th so he will not be available for a Sub-
Committee on adjusted parking rates. The issue will be discussed when H. Gross
returns from vacation.
D. Fruit stated he has an issue with the side streets when a utility company like the gas
company digs up holes for gas leaks. When they are done with the work, they fill the
hole with a bag of asphalt and within a month, there is a major hole in the street.
S. Frances stated he understands utility companies are issued a right-of-way permit to
do work in the City of Miami Beach. S. Frances will check with Public Works to see if
they have a process in place to check work after it has been completed and will make a
report at the next T&P meeting.
E. Brigham wanted to know if a Conditional Agreement could be drawn up for a
temporary parking lot between Portofino and the City of Miami Beach. M. Hyman thinks
this issue is beyond the scope of the T&P Committee because this Committee cannot
get involved in legal issues or documents prepared by the City Attorney's Office.
VIII. Adjournment
Move to adjourn by G. Knight at 5:00pm.
DA TE AND TIME FOR NEXT MEETING:
September 10,2001 -- 3:30 PM
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City of Miami Beach
Transportation & Parking Committee
Monday, September 10,2001
Minutes
I. Call to Order
The meeting was called to order by M. Hyman, Co-Chair at 3:40pm. Chair, Gary Knight
will be arriving later; he is attending another meeting in Miami.
II. Introduction of Committee Members
Introduction of the T&P Committee members and the public. (Sign-in sheet attached for
reference.)
III. Approval of August 6, 2001 Minutes
Request by M. Hyman to accept, motion by S. Clark to approve August 6,2001 minutes
with no corrections, second by members present, the minutes were approved
unanimously.
IV. Walker Parking Consultants
Parking Demand Analysis - Discussion
M. Hyman introduced John Kowalchik, Project Manager for Walking Parking
Consultants. S. Frances informed those present he had envisioned a round table
discussion with every T&P Committee member giving Walker Parking their perspective
and insight as to what issues they wanted Walker Parking to look at so the study can be
comprehensive.
John Kowalchik informed the T&P Committee that his company was contracted by the
City of Miami Beach to perform a parking demand study. Data is being collected on
approximately 340-344 City of Miami Beach blocks so an analysis of future demand
parking can be projected. Walker Parking Consultants hopes to finish the physical
inventory analysis portion of the study this week for input.
C. . Garcia-Pons asked about median angle parking since the City of Miami Beach
Planning Department is looking into innovative parking solutions other than parallel or
angle parking. He wanted to know if Walker Parking is considering median angle
parking as part of the study as an alternative analysis.
S. Frances informed the T&P Committee that he is attending an internal meeting
tomorrow and alternative analysis (median angle parking vs. parallel) will be discussed.
He reminded the T&P Committee that M. Kinerk sent Mayor N. Kasdin a letter stating he
was not in favor of angle parking in the Historic District and Mayor N. Kasdin referred
the issue to the Planning Board.
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E. Brigham stated it was brought up at the last Planning Board meeting and the
Planning Board recommended against angle parking. It was a short Planning Board
meeting and they did not discuss median angle parking; only landscaping.
M. Hyman requested S. Frances to place an item on the October agenda to bring the
T&P Committee up-to-date as to what is discussed at the internal meeting tomorrow
between S. Frances, J. Gomez, R. Caldwell, and J. Meyers.
S. Frances informed the T&P Committee of the different areas that will be included in
the study (map by J. Kowalchik):
1. South Pointe area.
2. Historic District 5th to 15th, which includes Washington, Collins and Ocean.
3. Lincoln Road Corridor, 16th & 17th and West Avenue-Alton Road District.
4. South Hotel Corridor District, from Lincoln Road to 23rd.
5. Middle Beach area, 23rd to 46th.
6. 46th to 63rd.
7. North Beach, 69th to 75th from the ocean to the intracoastal. A portion of this
section, which has not been addressed, is the multi-unit buildings and the single-
family homes in the Normandy Isles area.
8. 75th to 87th Terrace.
M. Courtney asked why the residential Flamingo Park Avenue area was not being
included in the study. J. Kowalchik responded that area is not being included for data
collection purposes but it will be incorporated in the study. S. Frances stated it was not
intended that every single street in this corridor would be given a detailed study. In
determining the cost of the study, the City of Miami Beach was looking at the primary
areas that the City wants to address. Since this corridor encompasses a fourth or a fifth
of the entire study, it would have increased the cost of funding for the study.
M. Courtney informed the T&P Committee he was on the Selection Committee and is
very shocked there is a gaping hole regarding the non-inclusion of parking in the Historic
District. He stated the RFP read that it was a block-by-block study and for that area to
be thought of as "we will look it and get some dataW is totally unacceptable.
He recommends that the T&P Committee look at stating unanimously that however the
City Administration thought money was being well spent, this was not the issue. M.
Courtney voted on a block-by-block study and to him this means every block in the City
of Miami Beach. M. Courtney feels ther~ is a gaping hole in the most important and
intense residential area that has everything to do with the Lincoln Road Corridor. He is
not in favor of endorsing any study that does not go by the guidelines set by the
Selection Committee.
He asked why The Corradino Group is not being mentioned in this discussion and is
surprised that The Corradino Group is not at the T&P Committee meeting today as part
of the presentation.
S. Frances answered the purpose of this meeting today was to get this type of input
from the T&P Committee and The Corradino Group can be invited to the October 1,
2001 meeting for their input and feedback.
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M. Hyman recommended that this item be brought up again at the October 1, 2001
meeting. He is requesting that the City Administration have discussions with Walker
Parking before October 1, 2001 to go over the study and see what was included.
S. Frances stated that while there may some value to add other corridors, his
recommendation would be a block-by-block by sub areas. He does not feel there is a
need to know the function of parking at La Gorce from 41 sl to 63rd. He also informed the
T&P Committed that it was never intended that the study be a block-by-block of seven
square miles; this would have been a huge undertaking.
M. Hyman stated that the T&P Committee was under the impression from their
representative on the Selection Committee (M. Courtney) that it would be a block-by-
block study. However, the City Administration is stating that it really was not cost
effective or critical to do a block-by- block but certain prime areas.
Items discussed: (this portion of the minutes provided by John Kowalchik, Walker
Parking, who was taking notes)
1. Schedule, it is important that the study is done in conjunction with the other
Consultant (The Corradino Group) and project needs.
Action to be taken:
Walker is proceeding with the supply/demand portion of the study and will meet
with city officials on September 11, 2001 to gather additional information.
2. Data collection, the data collection should be done during the peak season.
Action to be taken:
Data was collected this summer per the schedule in the Scope of Services. The
City will be reviewing the results of this project in conjunction with other City
development projects.
3. North Beach, this portion of the study needs to be completed first.
Action to be taken:
Walker is proceeding with North Beach, as requested by the City and the T&P
Committee.
4. Flamingo Park area, this area needs to be included in the report.
Action to be taken:
Walker will speak with the City about providing an additional services contract to
include the Flamingo Park area.
5. Study area, most the remainder of the meeting focused on the entire study area
and in particular, the Flamingo Park area.
Action to be taken:
Walker will convey the T&P Committee concerns to the City.
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6. One committee member wanted to have the study include the cumulative effect
of parking and traffic.
Action to be taken:
The traffic patterns are considered during alternative analysis.
7. The T&P Committee believed the study was a block-by-block analysis of the
entire city.
Action to bet taken:
It was explained that the scope of services included those areas as directed by
the city.
8. The committee requested that the entire South Beach area be incorporated in
the study I including the Flamingo Park area.
Action to bet taken:
Walker will discuss this issue with the City at the September 11, 2001 meeting.
9. The T&P Committee requested that the criteria for the study be presented at the
October 1, 2001 meeting. Specifically, the T&P Committee wants to know what
is and what is not included in the scope of services.
Action to be taken:
Walker will discuss with the Parking Department the most efficient way to, handle
this request.
10. The T&P Committee requested that the Alternatives Analysis be creative.
Action to be taken:
Walker will use all its resources to determine the best possible solutions to Miami
Beach's parking needs.
S. Frances stated this would be addressed as an agenda item with the understanding
that the area for inclusion is the Historic District from 5th to 17th. M. Hyman stated the
T&P Committee has the right to adjust it at the meeting on October 1, 2001.
Final comment by S. Frances: the intent of the study was to determine what parking
demands were in certain areas in Miami ,Beach. To achieve economies, some of the
sub-areas may be joined by strategically placing structures or surface lots or using
alternative programs of parking and managing on-street or off-street parking more
efficiently. He apologized to the T&P Committee if he was remiss in leaving out a
section and that is why he brought it before the Committee for their input.
VI. Status Reports
CIP Update - Marlo Courtney
Parking Status Report - June 2001 (written report submitted)
Alton Road Traffic Calming Study - Joseph Johnson
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M. Courtney invited R. Singer to attend the meeting and make a presentation on the CIP
Office.
R. Singer informed the T&P Committee City Manager J. Gonzalez created a new
department called Neighborhood Services Department at the same time he set up the
Capital Improvements Projects Office to streamline the way the City does business.
R. Singer provided a Capital Improvements Projects Office information memo. It is
attached as part of the minutes and records. Briefly, there are two different sides to the
CIP office: one is the Planning side and the other side is the Management office. R.
Singer believes there has been a concerted effort to manage construction and
development in the City of Miami Beach.
E. Brigham had a question about the widening of the sidewalks on Ocean Drive. She
thought this item should be brought before the T&P Committee and wanted to know
where this issue stands now.
R. Singer thought it was discussed at a Lummus Park meeting. M. Hyman asked the
information be researched and placed as an item on the October 1, 2001 agenda.
v. Residential Permit Parking - Zone One (South Pointe)
Proposed Expansion of Restricted Parking Areas
S. Frances informed the T&P Committee he had received a petition from South Pointe
residents requesting that a program be created for expansion of the restricted parking
areas. A copy of the letter sent to residents is attached for the minutes and records.
S. Frances also stated the Parking Department is recommending that Michigan,
Jefferson, Meridian and Euclid streets could be included in the program as restricted
parking as these corridors are currently unregulated.
The proposed additions to Zone 1 would be:
1. Euclid Avenue (3rd - 4th Streets)
2. Meridian Avenue (2nd_ 4th Streets
3. Jefferson Avenue (2nd - 4th Streets)
4. Michigan Avenue (3rd_ 4th Streets)
5. Commerce Street (Washington Avenue to Jefferson Avenue - South side)
These areas would be zoned and regulafed for residential parking permits only during
restricted times; Monday-Friday, 6pm-7am, Saturdays, Sundays and holidays 24 hours.
Question by D. Haber where someone would park if they wanted to go the beach or to a
restaurant around the areas of 4th & Meridian? Answer by S. Frances: they can park at
anyon-street meters or surface lots in the area such as Penrod's and Smith &
Wollensky.
D. Haber stated there is no public parking around 5th Street where his grandmother lives
and he sometimes has to park four blocks away. On weekends there are no parking lot
or meters available and if someone wanted to go to the 3rd Street public park, there is
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no place to park there either. If this area was made residential and the City took away
the ability to park there, whether it is to go the Pink or another restaurant, he has to park
at a $10. valet spot if he wants to visit someone for one hour or go to the beach.
D. Haber asked if the people that live there are complaining they cannot find a place to
park. The answer from S. Frances was "yes", essentially the South Pointe Park
residents. S. Frances stated that the blocks being recommended for this residential
program are currently zoned residential.
Employees from the commercial districts of Ocean, Collins and Washington are coming
into this residential area and parking. Parking for that use is the metered parking along
Ocean Drive, Collins, Washington and the side streets. What the Parking Department
has done for the residents as well as visitors who come to the area, is to make the
meters first-come, first served.
This will provide more equity for the residents whom currently only have parking on side
streets, the east-west corridors and no restrictions on the north-south corridors.
Employees, beach-goers, and visitors are displacing residents living on those blocks.
S. Frances informed the T&P Committee that employees, beach-goers and visitors
would have the area north from 4th to 6th for parking as this area is still zoned mixed use
and it is unregulated. It is unregulated because that area is in transition and it is not
clear which way the area is going to go.
D. Haber has a problem with meters not being available for the whole weekend or about
70 hours. If the Parking Department changed it to every night, seven nights a week
from 6pm - 7am, that makes sense; but not Friday from 6pm to Monday at 7am.
A. Fishman wanted to know why we are allowing residents to take over the parking
meters and thereby limiting parking area for visitors. He also wanted to know how many
parking spots are being created if the proposed expansion is approved.
S. Frances responded that if the Parking Department restricts the areas outlined, it
would create spaces for residents and therefore free up meter spaces for other parkers.
There is such an influx of people into this area that the South Pointe Advisory endorsed
the concept and they requested the additional restricted areas to create more parking
for the residents. This program should also create more parking at the meters for the
public. Approximately 15-20 parking spaces per block will be added, depending on the
size of the block, and 10-12 blocks will be ,added to the proposed parking program.
S. Frances stated the Parking Department is in the process of adding a surface lot in the
area: Washington Avenue, south of 2nd Street, on the East Side, where there is an
existing community garden. There has been discussion in favor of relocating the
Community Garden to a location on the 200 block of Collins Avenue and converting that
into a surface parking lot with approximately 38 spaces.
Motion to defer until all the interested parties like the City Administration, residents, and
businesses can come to a T&P meeting.
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S. Frances informed the T&P Committee that the Parking Department mailed out over
3,000 notices to all area re.sidents inviting them to a Residential Parking Zone One
Workshop and attendance was scarce--only six people attended. The South Pointe
Advisory Board made the request for the workshop at their last meeting.
M. Hyman reminded everyone there was a motion on the floor to defer until all the
appropriate information is available. Opposed to the motion: M. Hyman and C. Garcia-
Pons. Motion failed.
Motion by C. Garcia-Pons: that the Parking Department change the streets that have
been marked to residential and that metered parking along Ocean Drive no longer
accept hang-tags. Residents with hang-tags should park in a residential neighborhood
and the metered parking along Ocean Drive is only for people willing to pay metered
parking. Question was asked by D. Haber why not change it to all meters?
S. Frances informed the T&P Committee this action would adversely affect anyone who
has a condominium on Ocean Drive or Collins and has no off-street parking in the
condominium.
No second to this motion-motion failed.
Motion by D.' Haber to defer for a month to give the Parking Department time to
reformulate and have input from the business as well as residential sectors, second by
M. Courtney. The second item D. Haber wants: Euclid Avenue, Ocean Drive, Collins
and Washington should be treated differently than Meridian, Jefferson and 'Michigan
regarding parking on weekends.
Motion to defer by M. Hyman, second by L. Polansky. All in favor passed unanimously.
VII. Other Business
No discussions.
VIII. Adjournment
Move to adjourn by M. Hyman at 6:00pm.
DA TE AND TIME FOR NEXT MEETING:
October 1, 2001 -- 3:30 PM
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City of Miami Beach
Transportation & Parking Committee
Monday, October 1, 2001
Minutes
I. Call to Order
The meeting was called to order by G. Knight, Chair at 3:39pm. G. Knight read into the
minutes a letter of resignation he received via facsimile from R. Steinberg (the letter will
be made a part of the official records). In his letter, R. Steinberg stated it had been a
pleasure serving on the TPC but to avoid an appearance of impropriety, he was
resigning effective immediately.
G. Knight informed the TPC he would be bringing up certain items regarding 16th &
Collins and their charging procedures and some sort of reduction in fares, meters, and
parking lot costs associated with the economic impact after the September 11, 2001
tragedy.
II. Introduction of Committee Members
Introduction of the T&P Committee members and the public. (Sign-in sheet attached for
reference.)
III. Approval of September 10J 2001 Minutes
Request by G. Knight to accept, motion by M. Courtney to approve September 10, 2001
minutes with no corrections, second by M. Hyman and members present, the minutes
were approved unanimously.
IV. Walker Parking Consultants and The Corradino Group
Parking Demand Analysis - Discussion
S. Frances stated that at the last TPC meeting members had concerns with an area that
was not being included in the study (Flamingo Park). S. Frances, C. Cuervo, J.
Corradino, and M. Courtney met before the TPC meeting to discuss why the Flamingo
Park area was not included in the study. Walker Parking was asked to provide a
proposal including the Flamingo area and the quote was an additional $85,300 to be
added to the study. Since the entire Stu9Y will cost $148,000, it was agreed today to
consider the Flamingo Park area in the study and Walker Parking will look at its effects
internally and on the surrounding corridor. Walker Parking would not be collecting a
data collection analysis; the assumption would be made that this area is densely
residential and peak times are evenings and weekends. The City of Miami Beach will
not build multi-level structures in this corridor because it is not feasible.
Walker Parking and The Corradino Group are being asked to provide recommendations
as to what the City of Miami Beach can do to improve the parking situations within that
corridor. The recommendations considered in the alternative analysis could be median
angle parking, park and ride programs, and the Electrowave.
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J. Corradino stated that due to the additional cost, there is a strong argument for not
including the Flamingo Park area and because it is mostly residential, there are no
improvements scheduled for the area. He recommended that assumptions be written
about the neighborhood to see how the surrounding areas affect the neighborhood.
M. Courtney commented that when he first brought this matter up, he was upset
because he thought the area was being forgotten. He is against spending $85,300 on
anything that would not be productive and is in favor of holding the people who are
conducting the study accountable to make sure they prepare a proper report.
S. Frances proposed that before the final draft is prepared, an item is placed on the TPC
agenda to discuss and review the entire study so the TPC can make recommendations.
M. Courtney stated he would like to see something in the study that specifically includes
the Flamingo Park area-EastlWest and/or North/South. .
S. Frances he would like see some recommendations as how to improve parking in the
Flamingo Park area and that these recommendations be treated differently than the
other four corridors.
J. Corradino is the sub-consultant in this study and feels that TPC members could be
supplied with drafts of the report early enough so they can review it and make
comments. He also feels that TPC members could make telephone calls to individuals
that the TPC members know might be knowledgeable about the neighborhood so the
: assumptions can be correct.
G. Knight made two recommendations:
1. C. Garcia Pons, M. Courtney, and L. Polansky be liaisons and/or represent a Sub-
Committee on the study.
2. The Sub-Committee should be presented with an outline first and then to the full
TPC members before the study is finalized.
C. Garcia Pons wanted to know if there is not going to be a block by block count, would
all zones be taken into consideration since there are significant differences in parking
between one area and another area. For example, parking by Lincoln Road is different
than parking by 6th & Jefferson Avenue.
M. Hyman asked if this study would include traffic counts. J. Corradino responded that
the counts were 99.9% done. Counts are'broken down into three time periods per day,
Monday, Saturday and Sunday, each neighborhood was counted nine times, and two
areas were counted the Sunday after the September 11, 2001 tragedy.
G. Knight stated that M. Benson's question as to how many vehicles are in the City of
Miami Beach in February is important. G. Knight was given a population count
subsequent to the 2000 census, and the City of Miami Beach has gone down ~ro~
approximately 95,000 residents to an estimated 85,000. However, the City of Miami
Beach swells to 250,000 during the season when the snowbirds come down.
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M. Hammon stated that 15 years ago people thought this area was built out and
additional parking was not needed. However, there was a demographic shift and the
City of Miami Beach went from older people to younger people with cars and he wanted
to know if the City was watching people and cars.
S. Frances responded that "yes. and when the study was being discussed, J. Gomez,
Planning Director, called S. Frances and asked him to specifically include the Alton
Road - West Avenue corridor because there were major concerns with parking due to
the development happening in the area.
J. Corradino responded to the question regarding how the City of Miami Beach is going
to determine how many cars are at certain buildings by stating that every single space
was physically counted in the neighborhoods (not Flamingo Park) to see usage.
G. Knight appointed the following TPC members of the Sub-Committee:
1. C. Garcia Pons, Chair
2. M. Courtney
3. L. Polansky
The three members will meet with S. Frances, J. Corradino and Walker Parking to work
on an approach that will satisfy every member of the TPC. G. Knight also thought the
methodology used in the counts should be included in their report.
G. Knight thanked J. Corradino for his input to the TPC meeting today.
v. Residential Permit Parking - Zone One (South Pointe)
Proposed Expansion of Restricted Parking Areas
S. Frances stated that at the last meeting of the TPC the recommendation was to
restrict parking on the North/South corridors in the South Pointe area to include:
1. Euclid Avenue (3rd - 4th Streets)
2. Meridian Avenue (2nd_ 4th Streets
3. Jefferson Avenue (2nd - 4th Streets)
4. Michigan Avenue (3rd_ 4th Streets)
5. Commerce Street (Washington Avenue to Jefferson Avenue - South side)
The TPC discussed the availability of m~tered parking for commercial entities in the
area such as Big Pink, etc. and since the Administration and the South Pointe Advisory
recommendations and/or endorsement leaned more towards the residential side, there
would not be sufficient parking for commercial use.
S. Frances took the recommendations from the TPC to the South Pointe Advisory Board
at their September 13th meeting and the SPAB adopted the recommendation as
previously stated with the restrictions on these corridors. Regarding the lack of
commercial parking, they agreed to provide metered parking from Washington Avenue
and Collins Avenue from 1st to 3rd Street (currently restricted parking), to lift the
restrictions on these blocks and have metered parking. The one proviso and/or
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condition that they requested was that it be first-come. first-served and that residential
permits for Zone 1 be honored at these meters.
E. Brigham stated the SPAB was very surprised that the TPC took the attitude that the
residential area, or the core area, should not be residential. S. Frances and E. Brigham
stated that several TPC members argued that by restricting this area, the City of Miami
Beach was taking away spaces from visitors and employees who park in the commercial
areas.
A. Fishman felt he and D. Haber were in agreement that for this area to have meters
was a great idea but they felt that if the City gives residents equal rights to park and not
pay, the residents would park there all day. They felt some chance should be given to
allow people to park in the commercial areas.
M. Hyman thought any place in the City where you have business and commercial
interests (the financial backbone of the City) vs. the quality of life of residents who are
paying taxes; decisions have to be made all the time. The South Pointe area is a
unique residential area and the commercial zoning in that area is very little.
J. Scharer stated he would not override the recommendations of the South Pointe
Advisory Board.
Motion by G. Knight to affirm or not affirm the South Pointe Advisory Board
recommendations. Motion to affirm the South Pointe Advisory recommendations by M.
Hyman, second by C. Garcia-Pons. Most members in favor; opposed, A. Fishman.
VI. Status Reports
CIP Update - Marlo Courtney
Parking Status Report - August 2001 (written report submitted)
Alton Road Traffic Calming Study - Joseph Johnson
M. Courtney has no further updates other than what the new Capital Improvements
Office will be doing for the TPC (R. Singer attended the September 10, 2001 TPC and
provided an update on the CIP Office and the Neighborhood Services Department). M.
Hyman has a schedule of three and five projects that are on line every year over the
course of the next ten years.
G. Knight asked M. Courtney to identify what concerns the TPC would have and an item
could be placed on the next agenda for di~cussion.
Parking Status Report - question by M. Courtney as to the possibility of making the data
consistent from garage to garage being placed on a matrix; for example net change
from year to year and monthly revenue.
S. Frances will change the format as requested.
Alton Road Traffic Calming Study - J. Johnson informed the TPC that the Consultant
hired by FOOT has begun incorporating those elements FOOT found applicable into the
plans. There are on-going negotiations regarding the utilization of speed tables instead
of the textured intersections since the County does not want speed tables or pavers.
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The other item moving forward is the semi-diverter at Bay Road and Alton Road. The
City is almost ready to move forward and is waiting for a resolution from the
neighborhood group to take to the City Commission.
R. Warren asked about the West Avenue connector. J. Johnson stated this item is in
the 20-25 plan. The City of Miami Beach is in no position to move forward without some
assistance from other agencies. This plan needs to be included in the long- range plan
and the new Mayor needs to work it through the MPO process and move it from its
current priority four to a priority two.
VII. Nomination/Selection of Chairperson for Light Rail Study Committee
Requested by Joseph Johnson (from September 10, 2001 agenda)
J. Johnson reminded the TPC that Mayor N. Kasdin appeared before them regarding
the light rail study and some members of the TPC volunteered to be part of a committee
that will be participating in the Citizens Advisory Committee for Light Rail Study. Notices
will be sent by Communikatz (the firm handling the public involvement portion of the
study); however, there are two separate committees, the Technical Committee and the
Public Involvement Management Team (J. Johnson is a member of the later one).
There is an opportunity for a member of the TPC to serve on the Technical Committee
and J. Johnson would like to have one member of the TPC nominated to the Technical
Committee.
M. Courtney nominated M. Hyman, second by J. Evans. All TPC members voted
unanimously in favor of the nomination.
Light Rail Sub-Committee: the Chair of this Sub-Committee will be selected at the
December 5, 2001 TPC meeting.
VIII. Other Business
G. Knight made several announcements:
1. R. Steinberg resigned from the TPC to avoid an appearance of conflict of
interest.
2. D. Haber has been removed since he has missed seven meetings. S. Frances
was asked to contact the Chamber and request a new appointment. He was
also asked to contact D. Dermer to fill R. Steinberg's vacancy.
G. Knight wanted to discuss a request for a reduction (on an emergency basis) on
parking meter rates and garagellot rates in order to stimulate business after the tragedy.
M. Courtney stated he was a meeting with the City Manager and C. Cuervo and they
discussed changing the rate on meters and although it is a good idea, it is not going to
happen. However, regarding the municipal parking garages, the first hour of parking will
be at no cost to parkers. P. Walker, Finance Director, is looking into this and other
incentives to stimulate business so people will come to Miami Beach.
S. Clark agrees with M. Courtney but he wanted to know if it is that much of an incentive
to get people over to the beach. M. Courtney thinks when the public hears the words
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"free parking", it will entice 300 or 400 cars a day because it is an incentive for people to
drive to the beach.
J. Evans wants to suggest that the Electrowave could collaborate with the Parking
Department whereby if someone shows a ticket after 9pm, they could have unlimited
free rides on the Shuttle.
M. Hammon wanted to know what is being done to help the hotels because they are the
ones suffering the most as people are not flying in and renting cars. S. Frances stated
some of the incentives being considered by the Parking Department include: a reduction
in meter rentals for valet operators, meter rentals for production, and the hotel hang-tag
program could be reduced from $6. to $5. a day. The smart cards could be reduced
20% so a $25. card would be sold for $20.
G. Knight stated the signage at the 16th Street Garage is inadequate as he was made to
pay $10 at 9:02pm and wants to know if something can be done to fix this problem.
S. Frances stated this is an RDA garage and not managed by the Parking Department.
He will be glad to contact S. Kilroy with the City of Miami Beach to see what can be
done. G. Knight asked if S. Kilroy and a representative from Quik Park could be invited
to one of our meetings. S. Frances stated Quik Park is the operator of the garage but
the RDA establishes the rates.
S. Clark asked if the TPC should make a motion for the first hour of parking at no cost at
the garages. S. Frances .stated a motion would be acceptable. Motion by R. Warren:
the first hour of parking at no cost at the garages and meter rates to remain the same;
second by M. Hyman. The recommendation made by J. Evans for free ridership on the
Electrowave after 9:00pm is to be included.
The specific locations (revenue controlled garagesllots) would be:
1. 17th Street Garage.
2. th Street Garage.
3. 42"d Street Garage.
4. 5A surface lots.
5. Possibly, the 16th Street Garage.
Excluded are:
1.
2.
12th Street Garage.
13th Street Garage.
Since the 12th Street and 13th Street Garages are not revenue-controlled garages, S.
Frances stated the Parking Department could potentially reduce the flat rate by $1.00.
G. Knight stated a rate reduction should be advertised in a simple way for people .to
understand it. An advertisement could be placed on the City of Miami Beach webslte
and Channel 20.
G. Knight asked if everyone was in favor of this motion, approved unanimously.
E. Brigham wanted to know when the widening of the sidewalks on Ocean Drive was
going to be discussed.
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S. Frances stated he would place an item on the next agenda.
S. Frances stated he would place an item on the agenda requesting S. Kilroy to attend
the next TPC meeting to discuss RDA issues and garages.
M. Benson wants to know the process J. Johnson goes through to input information on
the computer regarding concurrency and how mitigation is arrived at. S. Frances stated
he would speak to J. Johnson, as he is sure J. Johnson has a software package. G.
Knight suggested that S. Frances contact J. Johnson and ask him to give M. Benson a
call and arrange to meet with her.
M. Benson responded "no, thank you" she wanted all TPC members to understand how
mitigation is done. She would like J. Johnson to demonstrate the system and G. Knight
stated a demonstration was done at a previous meeting. M. Benson stated there are
new people on the TPC now.
G. Knight stated he would request J. Johnson to do a "demo" of the system as
requested by M. Benson.
IX. Adjournment
Move to adjourn by G. Knight at 5:02pm.
DA TE AND TIME FOR NEXT MEETING:
November 5, 2001 -- 3:30 PM
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City of Miami Beach
Transportation & Parking Committee
Monday, December 3,2001
Minutes
I. Call to Order
The meeting was called to order by G. Knight, Chair at 3:37pm. G. Knight informed the
TPC members present that S. Frances is preparing the budget and would be arriving
later; H. Gross would be absent due to the passing of his mother-in-law; and, J. Evans
would be absent because she is sick.
II. Introduction of Committee Members
Introduction of the T&P Committee members and the public. (Sign-in sheet attached for
reference.)
III. Approval of September 10, 2001 Minutes
Request by G. Knight to accept, motion by S. Clark to approve October 1, 2001 minutes
with no corrections, second by M. Hyman and members present, the minutes were
approved unanimously.
IV. Widening of Sidewalks on Ocean Drive (Deferred from October 2001)
Discussion by Tim Hemstreet
D. Shockey was out of the Conference Room so the TPC proceeded with Item V until D.
Shockey returns.
V. Introduction of the Citizens Advisory Committee for the Bay Link and
Update on Technical Issues for Bay Link Study
Presentation by Marty Hyman
M. Hyman informed the TPC members that the MPO wanted to form a Citizen's
Advisory Committee, and the purpose of the Citizens Advisory Committee is to
recommend one of three options to the MPO (Metropolitan Planning Organization). The
Citizens' Advisory Committee would be composed of members from both sides of the
Bay Link with two Co-Chairs, one from the Miami side and one from Miami Beach and
M. Hyman was elected as the Co-Chair for the Miami Beach side.
Since newly re-elected Commissioner J. Smith is taking the seat vacated by Mayor N.
Kasdin on the MPO, M. Hyman thought it would be a good idea for the TPC to send a
letter to Commissioner J. Smith congratulating him on his new appointment representing
the City of Miami Beach on the MPO. Additionally, the TPC members would like to
request close communication with Commissioner J. Smith regarding the Bay Link.
G. Knight thought the letter should also identify M. Hyman as the new Co-Chair
representing the TPC members.
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At this time, Chair G. Knight recognized former TPC member R. Steinberg, a newly
elected Commissioner for the City of Miami Beach.
S. Frances informed the TPC members that Zyscovich will be on the agenda of the
January 7, 2002 TPC meeting to make a presentation regarding the 17th Street Project.
J. Johnson made a recommendation to the TPC that they also request a traffic analysis
associated with implementing this project. Request from L. Polansky that the
presentation include statistics regarding pedestrian and business impact.
IV. Widening of Sidewalks on Ocean Drive (Deferred from October 2001)
Discussion by Tim Hemstreet
D. Shockey, Senior Capital Project Planner with the City of Miami Beach, stated T.
Hemstreet was not present due to the birth of his first child. D. Shockey informed the
TPC members that the Consultant proposes the expansion of the sidewalks from five
feet to ten feet. At numerous community meetings, the question as to whether ten feet
is adequate has been discussed since the expansion has to include a space for parking
meters. The Parking Department has stated that the meters will not be acceptable in
the grass if the expansion is made to ten feet because parkers will make a claim to not
knowing what meter governs the parking space.
The Planning Department considered the request to expand the sidewalks to twelve
feet; and, the Consultants estimated an increased cost of $60,000 for the overall project
to accommodate the extra grading and concrete that would be required by adding the
two feet. There is also a concern that the addition of the two feet will necessitate the '
relocation of the irrigation line.
The Parks Department does not support the increase to twelve feet because of the extra
cost and because of the potential conflict of the recently placed irrigation line. The
Planning Department does not support the increase to twelve feet because of the loss of
the extra two feet of green space and feels ten feet is adequate. If the parking meters
are at the curb, they occupy a space 16 inches long and 58 inches high, and they stick
into the sidewalk (15 inches). If an extra inch were added, the effective width of the
sidewalk where the meters are would be decreased from ten feet to eight feet, eight
inches. This decrease in the width would only occur every forty feet because the meters
are double headed. Therefore, the CIP office feels it is not worth the extra cost, the loss
of the green space, and the potential complications with the irrigation system.
S. Frances stated the Parking Department supports the eight and one half-foot every
forty feet or every twenty feet for the spaces. The rationale in not proceeding with the
other recommendation is that when the meter is that far away from the edge of the curb,
It avoids confusion for parkers at meters.
E. Brigham thinks that the sidewalk on the East side of Ocean Drive is one of the most
magnificent amenities on South Beach because it affords a view of the success of the
Art Deco buildings. She believes there is interesting landscaping that could be done
with the introduction of a wall; and, she also thinks that eight feet is not enough room to
accommodate the number of people who should be able to enjoy the view.
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M. Courtney agrees with many things that E. Brigham stated and thinks the existing five-
foot sidewalk -- when it increased to ten feet -- will mean a five-foot gain of sidewalk. He
informed the TPC members that this topic has not been discussed up by the Ocean
Drive Association membership. He understands and respects the Parking Department's
position on not having the meters too far away from the curb. M. Courtney will place
this issue as a specific item at the next meeting of the Ocean Drive Association so
members can hear all sides of the story.
G. Knight asked for the timetable and D. Shockey responded that he was hoping to take
a recommendation to the Historic Preservation Board in February 2002. M. Courtney
was asked to take the issue to the Ocean Drive Association at their meeting on
Tuesday, December 11 ,~001 and report their recommendations to the TPC.
M. Hammon wanted to know if the City of Miami Beach had considered removing the
meters and using a system where parkers can pay with a credit card and the receipt
could be placed on the windshield. S. Frances responded that one of the concerns is
that some type of numbered pole would have to be installed in place of a meter so that
parkers know which space is theirs.
G. Knight stated that E. Brigham's comments are important because Ocean Drive is one
of the crown jewel streets in the United States and also feels the Miami Design
Preservation League should be involved early in the planning/development process.
S. Frances asked D. Shockey who came up with the recommendation for the ten-foot
sidewalk--the project design consultant Bermello 'Ajamil? D. Shockey answered "yes"
but he is not sure where the ten-foot standard came from. He knows a retaining wall
was considered but the City Manager and every department, because of the cost and
maintenance, rejected it. D. Shockey stated he would plan to attend the Ocean Drive
Association meeting on Tuesday, December 11, 2001.
VI. Parking Demand Analysis - Walker Parking - Flamingo Park Neighborhood
Presentation by C. Garcia Pons
C. Garcia Pons informed the TPC members that he, Walker Parking, J. Corradino, and
S. Frances had a conference call regarding the "hole in the center" and how to
incorporate this area into the study.
C. 'Garcia Pons wanted to request that Walker Parking provide alternate parking
solutions for these areas based on the quadrants as opposed to the whole area- the
Northwest, the southwest, the northeast and southeast with Flamingo Park in the center.
C. Garcia Pons stated the recommendations provided by Walker Parking are not what
he was looking for and wants to know if the City Administration is willing to spend $8,700
or $87,000 to get a whole study. He is leaving it up to the TPC members for
recommendations.
M. Courtney stated that angle parking has to be looked at completely before he makes a
recommendation and he wanted to know where the sample block is planned for as he
wants to see it, park in it and study it for some time.
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S. Frances responded that angle parking is one of the proposed solutions and other
solutions included: 1) a circulator off the Electrowave that provides parking to the
garages; 2) a flex zone in the area between 16th Street & Lincoln Road that is now
unregulated and on 4th and 6th Street on the southern side which is also unregulated.
D. Shockey reminded TPC members that the City of Miami Beach hired an architectural
and engineering firm to design neighborhood-wide improvements in 13 City of Miami
Beach neighborhoods for the GO Bond Program and the Flamingo neighborhood is
being designed by EDAW, and~. Garcia Pons is employed by EDAW.
The City of Miami Beach provided EDAW with the background information of the
Flamingo Park parking issues including a study and map on angle parking. EDAW has
analyzed the information and proposed a different solution that does not involve angle
parking but does involve median parking. The first airing of the plan is to be presented
at 6:00pm at the Neighborhood meeting on Thursday, December 6, 2001, Police
Community Room and everyone is invited.
M. Hyman reminded TPC members that a year ago Commissioner L. Garcia attended a
meeting of the TPC to discuss angle parking. Consequently, M. Hyman was a part of a
Sub-Committee to discuss this item and attended several meetings at City Hall. The
result was some layouts, proposals, alternatives from Historic Preservation, Planning
and Zoning, bumpers and recycled materials and the cost was going to be negligible.
He wanted to know if through Commissioner R. Steinberg, the new Commission could
revive the layouts and proposals for consideration. Commissioner R. Steinberg
responded that he could place a discussion on angle parking at the next Commission
meeting.
L. Polansky wanted it stated for the record that accidents happen every two or three
days (without angle parking) on 13th & Pennsylvania and wanted S. Frances to look into
this in some creative ways. She also wanted to know why the pilot project had not taken
place.
G. Knight stated a pilot program is needed and feels the City Commissioners could
place pressure on the City Manager. S. Frances responded that the County needs to be
involved in this project although it is not a county road.
J. Johnson stated that technically this falls under the County's purview and is considered
under their process a street closure, and/or traffic modification process. He feels the
County might approve this if they are involved with the process from the beginning. He
also reminded TPC members that the process requires two-thirds concurrence of the
affected property owners with the County and the City of Miami Beach needs to define
the area in order to follow the letter of the law.
M. Courtney would like to propose a motion that the TPC members draft a resolution:
the TPC members endorse a proposal for an experimental zone (Pennsylvania Avenue)
for provisional angle parking on one side of the street, West side of the street on a two-
stretch block. The process should be expedited to ensure the safety of the residents
and business owners.
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Second by L. Polansky who feels that something that has to be included in the
resolution is that the experimental zone be beautified.
S. Frances asked if the resolution is for the standard angle parking, which is angled on
both sides, two ways. S. Frances also wanted to know if the TPC resolution refers to
median angle parking where not much space is gained. Median angle parking it is not
only aesthetically pleasing but also safer because. there is a median area where
pedestrians do not have to dart out between cars when trying to cross the street.
At the meeting on Thursday, December 6, 2001 there are three alternatives being
proposed as improvements to the neighborhood: 1) angle parking; 2) median parking;
and, 3) swale parking. It was suggested that every TPC member attend this meeting
because the solutions/proposals presented at the meeting will be incorporated with the
GO Bond studies into the GO Bond Project. E. Brigham will try to attend this meeting.
C. Garcia Pons asked a motion to ask the Capital Improvements Program Public
Information Director to invite the TPC to all the neighborhood community meetings.
Second by L. Polansky. All in favor of the motion, none opposed. passed unanimously.
G. Knight suggestion: when the request is made to the City Administration, not only
notice of the meeting be sent to the TPC members but also an agenda be sent so TPC
members can chose what meeting they can attend.
M. Courtney would like a resolution re-stated: expedite the formerresolution that was
passed unanimously by the TPC members to begin the process of creating' a zone of
experimental angle parking on Pennsylvania Avenue. Second by L. Polansky.
C. Garcia Pons wanted an amendment to the resolution so that it does not specify
Pennsylvania Avenue. L. Polansky requested a one half-hour discussion at the January
7, 2002 agenda dedicated to angle parking. Motion passed, all in favor, none opposed.
Motion: the Parking Department to produce another approach to doing a "needs
analysis" for parking in the Flamingo Park neighborhood in order to fill in the hole in the
doughnut. Second by M. Benson; all in favor, none opposed.
VII. Harding Avenue - Cross Street Analysis
Presentation by Joseph Johnson
J. Johnson informed the TPC members ,that earlier this year there was a serious of
pedestrian fatalities within a one-week period, which alerted the City of Miami Beach
that there was a problem occurring on the Harding Avenue corridor. FOOT hired a
consultant to look at the physical characteristics of the corridor and inventory the volume
of traffic. Analysis showed the reason these fatalities were occurring because there is a
high occurrence of speeding, pedestrians were crossing mid-block; on-street parking on
both sides of the street is substandard, and motorists were exceeding the posted travel
speed of 30-35 miles per hour.
J. Johnson handed out a report that identified four different alternatives that were
evaluated for the project. Alternative Four was recommended as this alternative causes
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Chicanes effect and it forces the driver to weave from side to side and therefore is
unable to drive a straight shot.
J. Johnson explained one of the benefits of this design: once there are bump outs, the
parking will go from an eight-foot width to a ten-foot parking spot. The greatest
occurrence of speeding is occurring during the morning peak hours and approximately
5,000 vehicles an hour are traveling that area from 7:30am to 9:30am going South to
Indian Creek, to 63rd Street and on to Alton Road. Pedestrians have a false sense of
security when they try to cross the street; many do not cross at the intersection, and
they cross between parked cars.
This proposal is conceptual and the Consultant, The Corradino Group, and the City of
Miami Beach will be looking to refine the proposal and add additional elements. This
scheme is consistent with the Municipal Mobility Plan and the plan is to introduce a way
to slow traffic since safety is driving this project.
S. Frances asked if this project would be treated as a streetscape project with new
sidewalks and gutters. J. Johnson responded that "no", it would be treated as a safety
project and the way the City of Miami Beach is going to approach the County is that the
City of Miami Beach is supporting Alternative Four with enhancements that tie in to what
is planned for the North Shore area. This will give the City of Miami Beach the ability to
give input for the design through the process.
J. Johnson informed the TPC members that the State of Florida is not going to approve
anything that does not meet the DPZ plan but this project meets the criteria-there is an
immediate need that has been identified by the analysis. The Administration is under a
mandate by the City Commission to do something about this corridor and the safety
issues. The City of Miami Beach is proceeding with Alternative Four because the DPZ
plan is considered a reconstruction project, whereas the Harding Avenue project is
considered safety one.
The Consultant has to do analysis on how to transition 5,000 vehicles every day to the
changing characteristics of the corridor by introducing a two-way pair. DOT does not
want to see a situation like North Beach-three lanes of traffic were turned into two lanes
of capacity. FOOT understands why that move was done for North Beach but they want
to look at the numbers to see if the City of Miami beach can effectively process 5.000
cars without an adverse impact through the corridor.
C. Garcia Pons wanted to know what traffic count is acceptable to FOOT. J. Johnson
answered that was hard to say because over 5,000 vehicles are being processed in the
intersection of Indian Creek between 67th & 63rd and they are traveling in one stretch of
the city where there is no place else to go and no alternatives.
S. Nostrand stated that J. Johnson is in a difficult position because he is being
mandated by the City Commission to address a safety problem. He does not like the
alternative but feels the TPC members need to support J. Johnson.
S. Frances stated the area is already angled in the side streets West of Harding and the
Parking Department could look at the area to see if there is any street that has not been
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converted to angle parking; and, there is also the potential of a flex residential program
East of Harding Avenue.
J. Johnson stated it will not come down to whether the DPZ plan is the preference of the
TPC or not, it will come down to does the analysis support the project. J. Johnson
stated the City Administration has agreed to go ahead and tell FOOT "yes, we support
Alternative Four". In the Scope of Work for the Consultant, this is one of the alternatives
they have to look at in addition to the DPZ plan. This will allow the money commitment
from the State to be locked up.
Motion by C. Garcia Pons: make a recommendation to the City Administration to move
forward with Alternative Four with the stipulation that if the DPZ turns out to satisfy the
requirements, the project be stopped and the City should move forward with the DPZ
plan. Second by M. Courtney.
Motion to approve, most in favor, L. Polansky opposed.
VIII. Status Reports
CIP Update - Marlo Courtney
Parking Status Report - September 2001 (written report submitted)
Alton Road Traffic Calming Study - Joseph Johnson
Budget FY 200212003
Discussion on 16th Street Anchor Garage
Abandoned VehicleslTowing Issues - City of Miami Beach
CIP Update - M. Courtney has no update.
S. Frances informed the TPC members that the Budget process usually begins in
February and this year the City Administration decided to begin the process earlier. The
Parking Department is in the budget process now and if the TPC members would like to
suggest input in the Parking Department's budget, please bring it to the attention of G.
Knight or S. Frances.
G. Knight informed the TPC members there is a letter in the package from K. Bonde
from the City of Miami Beach regarding the 16th Street Anchor Garage and their rates.
He believes tourist information could be provided to the hotels that would direct tourists
to park in garages that are "tourist friendly". He believes the signage going into this
garage is inadequate and will be addressed in a future letter by K. Bonde.
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G. Knight had a friend who had a towing incident and he thinks that the City of Miami
Beach should have some kind of brochure explaining parking rules regarding leaving
cars parked for a long time. C. Adams stated the car was probably towed due to a
citizen complaint because the Parking Department does not place 48-hour notices on
parked cars unless someone calls in to complain.
S. Frances responded that maybe some information could be included in the City Guide
to Parking for businesses and hotels. The Neighborhood Services Department is
developing a brochure to be mailed to each one of the neighborhoods and it could be
included in that mailing.
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S. Frances informed the TPC members that there is a public meeting on January 10,
2002 at 5:30pm to discuss the proposed acquisition of the office building at 777 - 17th
Street, Miami Beach for a gradual transition for the City of Miami Beach use as current
leases expire.
IX. Other Business
G. Knight recommended that one of the TPC members call the City Commissioners to
request that S. Nostrand be re-appointed to the TPC. G. Knight stated S. Nostrand has
been an effective addition to the TPC and he would like to see him continue to serve on
the TPC.
G. Knight wished everyone a happy holiday and a Happy New Year.
X. Adjournment
Move to adjourn by G. Knight at 6:05pm.
DATE AND TIME FOR NEXT MEETING: January 7,2002 -- 3:30 PM
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