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City of Miami leach, 1700 Convention Center Drive, Miami Beach, Florida 33139, www.miomibeochR.gov
OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK, Robert Porcher, City Clerk
TEl: 1305) 673-7411, FAX: (305)673-7254
01-30-2007
Matthew Cordis
401 Ocean Dr #623
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
SU~eGtF~~ Community Development Advisory Committee
Congratulations! You have been appointed by Commissioner Simon Cruz
to the agency, board or committee named above for a term ending: 12/31/2008.
Pursuant to Ordinance No. 2006-3543, commencing with terms beginning on or after
January 1st, 2007, the term of board members who are directly appointed by a member of
the City Commission shall automatically expire on December 31 of the year the appointing
elected official leaves office.
If you are unable to accept this appointment or have any questions, please call the City
Clerk's Office at 305-673-7411. Please read the enclosed materials carefully.
Congratulations again and good luck.
Sincerely,
Pv--1~fi~/~Jb
Robert Parcher
City Clerk
cc: Saul Frances, Parking Director
Thomas Urriola
ATTACHMENTS:
Letter of Appointment
Oath
City Code Ordinance section, applicable to agency, board or committee
City Code Section 2-22, 2-23, 2-24, 2-25, 2-26, 2-458 and 2-459
Ordinance No. 2006-3543 - Amendment to City Code Section 2-22
Miami-Dade County Code Section 2-11.1 - Conflict of Interest and Code of Ethics Ordinance
City Wide Permit Application - (Parking Department Form)
Booklet - Guide to the Sunshine Amendment and Code of Ethics for Public Officers and Employee
We are committed to providing excellent public setvice and safety to all who Jive, work, and ploy in our vibrant, tropical, hisloric community
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City of Miami Beach, 1700 Convention Center Drive, Miami Beach, Florida 33139, www.miamibeachA.gov
OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK, Robert Porcher, City Clerk
TEl: 1305)673-7411, FAX: 13051 673-7254
TO Matthew Cordis
RE: Community Development Advusory Committee
I do solemnly swear or affirm to bear true faith. loyalty and allegiance to the Government of the
United States, the State of Florida, and the City of Miami Beach, and to perform all the duties of
a member of the above-mentioned board or committee of the City of Miami Beach to which I have
been appointed for a term ending: 12/31/2008.
I have been issued a copy of Section 2-11.1 of the Miami-Dade County Code (Confiict of Interest
and Code of Ethics Ordinance), as well as theFlorida Commission on Ethics Guide to the Sunshine
Amendment and Code of Ethics for Public Officers and Employees,and understand that as a member
of a City of Miami Beach Board andlor Committee, I must compiy with the financial disclosure' require-
ments of Miami-Dade County or the State of Fiorida (depending on the board or committee on which
I serve) on July 1st, following the closing of the caiendar year on which I have served.
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*Please visit the City of Miami Beach website at www.miamibeachfl.gov under City Clerk/Board and Committees
for additional information regarding the Financial Disclosure Requirements.
We ore committed /0 providing excellent public service and safety to all who Jive, work, and play in OlJr vibrant, tropical, historic community
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MIAMI BtACH
CITY OF MIAMI BEACH
BOARDS AND COMMITTEE APPLICATION FORM
Pursuant to City Code section 2-22(4) a and b: Members of agencies, boards, and committees shall be affiliated with the city; this
requirement shail be fulfilled in the following ways: a) an individual shall have been a resident of the city for a minimum of six months; or
b) an individual shall demonstrate ownership/interest for a minimum of six months in a business established in the city.
Resident of Miami Beach for a minimum of six (6) months: Yes Yci No J
Demonstrate an ownershiplinterest in a business in Miami Beach for a minimum of six (6) months: Yes!J or No l'l'"
I am applying for a Board appointment because I have special abilities, knowledge, experience: Yes J
My special abilities, knowledge, or experience is:
Are you a registered voter in Miami Beach: Yes ~r No 0
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1. Have you ever been convicted of a felony: Yes 0 or No ~yes, please explain in detail:
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2. Do you currently have a violation(s) of City of Miami Beach codes: Yes 0 or No &r.If yes, please explain in detail:
3. Do you currently owe the City of Miami Beach any money: Yes 0 or No ~ yes, explain in detail
4. Are you currently serving on any City Boards or Committees: Yes 0 or No ~ yes; which board?
What organizations in the City of Miami Beach do you currently hold membership in?
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I am now employed by the City of Miami Beach: Yes 0 or NO~ yes, which department?
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Pursuant to City Code Section 2-25 (b): Do you have a parent 0, spouse 0, child 0, brother 0, or sister 0 who is employed by the City of Miami
Beach? Check all that apply. Identify the department(s):
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Please list your preferences in order of ranking [1] first choice [2J second choice, and [3] third choice. Please note that only three (3)
choices will be observed by the City Clerk's Office. (Regular Boards of City)
[J Housing Authority"
[J Loan Review Committee"
D Marine Authority"
U Miami Beach Culturai Arts Councii
D Miami Beach Commission on Status of Women
D Miami Beach Florida Sister Cities
C Normandy Shores Local Gov't Neigh. Improvement
D Oversight Committee for General Obligation Bond
D Parks and Recreation Facilities Board
[J Personnei Board"
D Planning Board"
D Police Citizens Relations Committee
c Production Industry Council
::J Public Safety Advisory Committee
D Safety Committee
L' Transportation and Parking Committee
:J Visitor and Convention Authority"
D Youth Center Advisory Board
D Art in Public Places Committee
:J Barrier Free Environment Committee
D Beach Preservation Board
n Beautification Committee
D Board of Adjustment"
D Budget Advisory Committee
n Committee on Homeless
D <;iommittee for Quality Education in MB
~Community Development Advisory"
C Community Relations Board
:J Convention Center Advisory Board
D Convention Center Capital Projects Oversight
LJ Debarment Committee
o Design Review Board"
o Fine Arts Board
C Golf Advisory Committee
D Health Advisory Committee
D Health Facilities Authority Board
D Historic Preservation Board"
"Board Required to File State Disclosure form
Note: If applying for Youth Advisory Board, Plea:Aindicate your affiliation with the Scott Rakow Youth
Center: N /.
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1. Past service on the Youth Center Advisory Board: Yes D No V'Years of Servjce:
2, Present participation in Youth Center activities by your children YesD No IIt.'lf yes, please list the names of your children, their ages,
and which programs, List below:
Child's name:
Child's name:
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Age: _ Program:
Age: _ Program:
This section is "not required" but desired: Age: $0 years old
Ethnic Origin (Check one)
White ~frican-Amerlcan/Black 0 Hispanic: 0
Asian or Pacific Islander 0 Ameljl:an Indian or Alaskan Native 0
Employment Status: Employed ~etired 0 Home-maker 0 Other 0
Gender: Male ~
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"I hereby attest to the accuracy and truthfulness of the application and have received, read and will abide by Chapter 2,
Article VII- of the City Code "Standards of Conduct for City Officers, Employees and Agency Members."
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Applicant's Slgnatur Date Name of Applicant (PLEASE PRiNT)
Attachment: Please attach a copy of your resume to your application,
NOTE: Applications will remain on file for a per' d of one (1) calendar year.
Received in City Clerk's Office
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Matthew K. Cordis
401 Ocean Drive, #623
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
Telephone: (786) 514-3666
E-mail: mcordis(aJ.csclawfirm.com
EMPLOYMENT
CLARKE SILVERGLATE & CAMPBELL, P.A, MIAMI, FL
Associate Attorney September 2002 to Present
. Areas of Practice: Commercial, Product Liability and Employment Litigation,
. Prepare legal memoranda,
. Conduct examinations of witnesses at evidentiary hearings,
. Attend hearings on dispositive motions and discovery disputes,
. Take and defend depositions of experts, treating physicians and lay witnesses,
. Conduct client meetings.
. Conduct and execute all aspects of discovery,
. Conduct mediation.
EDUCATION
LOYOLA UNIVERSITY CHICAGO SCHOOL OF LAW
Juris Doctor
. GPA: 3.39/4.0.
. Graduated with Honors.
. Member of Executive Board of Loyola Law Review.
. Quarterfinalist at National Health Law Moot Court Competition.
CHICAGO, IL
2002
WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY
B,S.B,A,
. GPA: 3.87/4.0.
. Graduated Magna Cum Laude.
. Member of Executive Board of Undergraduate Business School Council.
. Varsity Basketball.
. Member of Phi Beta Kappa academic honor society,
. Member of Golden Key Honor Society,
ST, LOUIS, MO
1999
MEMBERSHIPS
. American Bar Association.
. Dade County Bar Association,
. Dade County Defense Bar Association.
. Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce,
. Presidential Condominium Owners Association Board of Directors (President).