Honey Bernstein Application PackageBernstein Honey
Last Name First Name Middle Initial
1200 West Ave., Apt. 915 Miami Beach
Home Address City
FL 33139
State Zip Code
914 474 4690
HomeWork
berngon5152@gmail.com
Email Address
914 474 4690
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BOARD AND COMMITTEE
APPLICATION FORM
Note:If applying for the At-Large position of the Historic Preservation Board, please answer the below
questions:
Have you ever resided in one of the City's Historic Districts for at least one year?Yes
No Address in City Historic District submitted.
Professional License
License Number Issuance Date Expire Date
NYS Attorney Registration 1862036 9/1/1983 4/1/2023
Note:If you are seeking appointment to a professional seat (e.g. attorney, architect, etc.), you must attach a copy of
your currently effective corresponding professional license.
Pursuant to City Code section 2-22(4) a, b and c: Members of Agencies, Boards, and Committees shall be
affiliated with the city. This requirement shall be fulfilled in the following ways:
YesResident of the City for a minimum of six (6) months:
Demonstrate an ownership interest in a business established in the City for a minimum of six (6) months:No
AFFILIATION WITH THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH
a.
● I am resident of:South Beach
Or
b.
"Ownership Interest" shall mean the ownership of ten percent (10%) or more (including the ownership of 10%
or more of the outstanding capital stock) in a business.
"Business" shall mean any sole proprietorship, sponsorship, corporation, limited liability company, or other
entity or business association.
c.Full-time employee of such a business (for a minimum of six months); and I am based in an office or
other location of the business that is physically located in Miami Beach (for a minimum of six months):No
Notwithstanding the requirements set forth herein, the qualified full-time employee of a business must be
approved by a 4/7th vote of the Mayor and City Commission.
NOTE: Members of Agencies, Boards, and Committees shall be required to demonstrate compliance with the
City affiliation requirements of section 2-22 (4) a and b of the Miami Beach City Code by executing an affidavit,
stipulating that they have met either (or both) of said affiliation requirements. The original affidavit shall be filled
with the Office of the City Clerk prior to being sworn in as a member.
Or
No● Have you ever been convicted of a felony:If yes, please explain in detail:
● Do you currently have a violation(s) of City of Miami Beach codes:No If yes, please explain in detail:
● Do you currently owe the City of Miami Beach any money:No If yes, please explain in detail:
● Are you currently serving on any City Boards or Committees:No If yes, which board?
● Are you presently a registered lobbyist with the City of Miami Beach?No
● I am applying for an appointment because I have special abilities, knowledge and experience. Please list below:
1. Former Supervisor (equivalent to Mayor) gave me much experience in negotiating contracts, communicating
with public, hiring personnel, reviewing, revising and instituting policies and much more. Recognized by multiple
state and local governments and organizations for excellence in leadership.
NOTE: IF APPOINTED, YOU WILL BE REQUIRED TO FOLLOW CERTAIN LAWS THAT APPLY TO CITY
BOARD/COMMITTEE MEMBERS. THESE LAWS INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
o Prohibition from directly or indirectly lobbying city personnel (Miami Beach City Code section 2-459).
o Prohibition from contracting with the city (Miami-Dade County Code section 2-11.1).
o Prohibition from lobbying before board/committee you have served on for period of one year after leaving office
(Miami Beach Code section 2-26)
o Requirement to disclose certain financial interests and gifts (Miami-Dade County Code section 2-11.1).
o Sunshine Law - Florida's Government-in-the-Sunshine Law was enacted in 1967. Today, the Sunshine Law
regarding open government can be found in Chapter 286 of the Florida Statutes. These statutes establish a basic
right of access to most meetings of Boards, Commissions, and other governing bodies of state and local
governmental agencies or authorities.
o Voting conflict - Form 8B is for use by any person serving at the county, city, or other local level of government on
an appointed or elected Board, Council, Commission, Authority, or Committee. It applies equality to members of
advisory and non-advisory bodies who are presented with a voting conflict of interest under Section 112.3143.
Florida Statutes.
● In what organization(s) in the City of Miami Beach do you currently hold membership in?
Name Position
Mirador 1200 Condominium Association President of Board of Directors
● List the address of all properties owned or in which you have an interest within the City of Miami Beach:
Property
1200 West Ave.
If so, which department and title?No● Are you now employed by the City of Miami Beach:
● Pursuant to City Code Section 2-25 (b):
Do you have a parent, spouse, child, brother, or sister who is employed by the City of Miami Beach?No
If "Yes", identify person(s) and department(s):
No relative's information submitted.
BOARD & COMMITTEE FINANCIAL ACKNOWLEDGEMENT STATEMENT
Acknowledgement of fines/suspension for Board/Committee Members for failure to comply with
Miami-Dade County Financial Disclosure Code Section 2-11.1(i)(2)
I understand that no later than July 1, of each year all members of Boards and Committees of the City of Miami
Beach, including those of a purely advisory nature, are required to comply with Miami-Dade County Financial
Disclosure Requirements.
One of the following forms must be filled with the City Clerk of Miami Beach, 1700 Convention Center Drive,
Miami Beach, Florida, no later than 12:00 noon of July 1, of each year:
1. A "Source of Income Statement;" or
2. A "Statement of Financial Interests (Form 1)¹ ;" or
3. A Copy of your latest Federal Income Tax Return.
Failure to file one of these forms, pursuant to the Miami-Dade County Code, may subject the person to a fine of no
more than $500, 60 days in jail, or both.
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¹ Members of the Planning Board and Board of Adjustment will be notified directly by the State of Florida, pursuant
to F.S. §112.3145(1)(a), to file a Statement of Financial Interests (Form 1) with the Miami-Dade County Supervisor of
Elections by 12:00 noon, July 1. Planning Board and Board of Adjustment members who file their Form 1 with the
County Supervisor of Elections automatically satisfy the County’s financial disclosure requirement as a Miami Beach
City Board/Committee member and need not file an additional form with the Office of the City Clerk. However,
compliance with the County disclosure requirement does not satisfy the State requirement.
DIVERSITY STATISTICS REPORT
The following information is voluntary and has no bearing on your consideration for appointment. It is being asked to
comply with City diversity reporting requirements.
WhiteRace/Ethnic Categories
What is your race?
No details providedOther Description:
Gender:Female
Are you Spanish/Hispanic/ Latino? Mark the "No" box if not Spanish / Hispanic / Latino.No
Physically Challenged:No
I HEREBY ATTEST TO THE ACCURACY AND TRUTHFULNESS OF THE APPLICATION; AND I HAVE
RECEIVED, READ AND WILL ABIDE BY CHAPTER 2, ARTICLE VII, OF THE MIAMI BEACH CITY CODE,
ENTITLED “STANDARDS OF CONDUCT FOR CITY OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES AND AGENCY MEMBERS AND
ALL OTHER APPLICABLE COUNTY AND/OR STATE LAWS AND STATUTES ACCORDINGLY.”
I Honey Bernstein agreed to the following terms on
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I have answered all questions fully.
I have uploaded a current resume, photograph, and a copy of any applicable professional license.
I have completed and attached the Board & Committee Financial Acknowledgment Statement.
I have completed and attached the Diversity Statistics Report.
If you have any questions, please contact the Office of the City Clerk via email: BC@miamibeachfl.gov or
telephone: 305.673.7411
Note: Florida Statutes 119.071: The role of the Office of the City Clerk is to receive and maintain forms filed as
public records. If your home address, telephone numbers, and/or photograph are exempt from disclosure and you
do not wish your home address, telephone numbers, and/or photograph to be made public, please:
1) Use your office or other address for your mailing address;
2) Use your office or other telephone number for your contact number; and
3) Do not attach a photograph.
Honey Bernstein
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
bernstein.honey@gmail.com ▪ 914.474.4690
Profile
Highly skilled attorney with an extensive legal background and experience leading local
government. Recognized not only as a motivational leader, but as an innovative strategist.
Demonstrated expertise in document review in both English and French. Proven ability to direct and
oversee teams, manage financial administration, and spearhead issues with strategic solutions and
direct action.
Professional Experience
UnitedLex, Miami, Florida
Document Reviewer, 2016–April 2021
Regularly examine thousands of documents, e-mails, communications and other forms of electronic
writing. Review documentation for responsiveness, privilege, and confidentiality, privilege quality
control, and quality control, perform redactions and tag and report any hot docs. Proven accuracy
and speed in work.
▪Recognized as the fastest reviewer in office without loss of accuracy; achieved the 2017
Fastest Reviewer status.
▪Demonstrated outstanding French language review; ALTA certified for French Language review.
▪Promoted quickly to second and third level reviews; offered a Staff Attorney position.
▪Proficient in both Relativity and Autonomy eDiscovery software systems.
▪2019 New York Bar Association of Orange County New York Aware for Outstanding Service
Town of Goshen, New York, New York
Supervisor of the Town / Member of Town Council, 2000–2005
Served in an elected position that oversaw all aspects of the town’s management. Directed and
oversaw employee relations, union contract negotiations, hiring of professional, administrative and
other employees and consultants. Facilitated and monitored the conduct of meetings, both public
and nonpublic, dealing with the public, professional consultants, and constituents, writing a weekly
column regarding Town affairs, and interaction with other local governments.
▪Managed a budget exceeding $5M for the town.
▪Spearheaded and instituted several major policy initiatives including: land use plans,
preservation of open space and purchase of development rights, purchase and development of
parkland, employee manuals, Town-wide water protocols, and affordable housing
requirements.
▪Achieved the Orange County Woman of Achievement Award for Outstanding Government
Leadership (2004) and Orange Environment Award for Excellence in Government Leadership
(2005).
▪Earned the NY State Award Most innovative zoning and planning code (2003).
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Kiedaisch & Bernstein, Esqs, Central Valley, New York
Attorney, 1983–2000
Specialized in Real Estate Law. Monitored legal risks in real estate documentation, interpreted
laws, rulings and regulations for real estate transactions. Lead negotiations for real estate
transactions and drafted leases, contracts of sales, amendments and other resources and
documents. Ensured and managed regulatory and compliance related services. Acted as
representation during sales and purchases of properties. Supported legal and general advisory needs
associated with a large-scale real estate portfolio.
▪Acted as a Managing partner for the law firm
Education and Credentials
Juris Doctor
New York Law School – New York City, New York
Summa Cum Laude, Class Rank: 6/300, Editor, Law Review
Masters of Journalism Program (ABT)
New York University – New York City, New York
Bachelor of Arts, French and Literature
American University – Washington, D.C.
Certificat d’Etudes
La Sorbonne (Université de la Sorbonne) – Paris, France
Licensure
Licensed to Practice Law in New York
Language proficiencies
Fluent in French and Hebrew
Professional and Civic Associations
▪V.P., Orange County Association of Supervisors and Mayors Member,
▪Orange County Planning Board, Orange County, Member
▪Regional Transportation Council, Member
▪Orange County Community Development Board, Member
▪Goshen Zoning Board of Appeals, Member and Chair
▪Goshen Central School Board, Member and President
▪President, Mirador 1200 Condominium Association, Corp