Harvey Burstein 12/31/2007
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City of Miami Beach, 1700 Convention Center Drive, Miami Beach, Florida 33139, www.miamibeachR.gov
OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK, Robert Parcher, City Clerk
TEL: (3051673-7411, FAX: (305) 673-7254
03-29-2007
Harvey Burstein
1775 Washington Ave PH2
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
SUBJECT: Community Development Advisory Committee
Congratulations! You have been appointed by Commissioner Michael Gongora
to the agency, board or committee named above for a term ending: 12/31/2007.
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,
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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 /0 providing excel/ent public service and safety /0 01/ who five. work, and play in our vibrant, 'rop'co/' historic community
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City of Miami Beach, 1700 Convention Center Drive, Miami Beach, Florida 33139, www.miamibeachR,gov
OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK, Robert Parcher, City Clerk
TEL: (3051673-7411, FAX: (3051 673-7254
TO Harvey Burstein
RE: Community Development Advisory 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: 12/31/2007.
I have been issued a copy of Section 2-11.1 of the Miami-Dade County Code (Conflict of Interest
and Code of Ethics Ordinance), as well as 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 and/or Committee, I must comply with the financial disclosure* require-
ments of Miami-Dade County or the State of Florida (depending on the board or committee on which
I serve) on July 1 st, following the closing of the calendar year on w . e served.
arvey Burstein
Sworn to and subscribed before me this ,....1 day of /-1A-"&
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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 to providing exce/len' public service and safety to 01/ who live, work, and ploy in our vibrant, tropical, historic community
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Pursuant to City Code section 2-22(4) a and b: Members of agencies, boards, and committees shall be affiliated with the city; this
requirement shall be fulfilled in the following ways: a) an individual shall have been a resident of the city for a minimum of six
months; or b) an individual shall demonstrate ownershiplinterest 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~r No 0
· Demonstrate an ownership/interest in a business in Miami Beach for a minimum of six (6) months: Ye~r No 0
. Are you a registered voter in Miami Beach: Ye~r No 0
· (Please check one): I am now a resident of: North Beach 0 South Beach~Middle Beach 0
· I am applying for an appointment because I have special abilities, knowledge, experience. Please list below:
Please list your preferences in order of ranking [1] first choice [2] 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)
o Art in Public Places Committee
o Beach Preservation Board
o Beautification Committee
o Board of Adjustment*
o Budget Advisory Committee
o Committee on Homeless
o Committee for Quality Education in MB
~ Community Development Advi50ry*
o Community Relations Board
o Convention Center Advisory Board
o Debarment Committee
o Design Review Board*
o Disability Access Committee
o Fine Arts Board
o Golf Advisory Committee
o Health AdvisoryCommittee
o Health Facilities Authority Board
o Hispanic Affairs Committee
o Historic Preservation Board*
* Board Required to File State Disclosure form
o Housing Authority*
o Loan Review Committee*
o Marine Authority*
o Miami Beach Cultural Arts Council
o Miami Beach Commission on Status of Women
o Miami Beach Florida Sister Cities
o Normandy Shores Local Gov't Neigh. Improvement
o Oversight Committee for General Obligation Bond
o Parks and Recreation Facilities Board
o Personnel Board*
o Planning Board*
o Police Citizens Relations Committee
o Production Industry Council
o Public Safety Advisory Committee
o Safety Committee
o Transportation and Parking Committee
o Visitor and Convention Authority*
o Youth Center Advisory Board
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Note: If applying for Youth Advisory Board, please indicate your affiliation with the Scott Rakow Youth Center:
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1. Past service on the Youth Center Advisory Board: Yes_ No! i Years of Service:
2. Present participation in Youth Center activities by your children Yes: No 1 If yes, please list the names of your children, their
ages, and which programs. List below:
Child's name: Age: _ Program:
Child's name:
Age:
Program:
.Have you ever been convicted of a felony: Yes D or N~ yes, please explain in detail:
· Do you currently have a violation(s) of City of Miami Beach codes: Yes D or N~f yes, please explain in detail:
· Do you currently owe the City of Miami Beach any money: Yes D or NO~lf yes, explain in detail
· Are you currently serving on any City Boards or Committees: Yes D or No D. If yes; which board?
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· List all properties owned or have an interest in, which are located within the City of Miami Beach:
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. I am now employed by the City of Miami Beach: Yes D or Nf-whiCh department?
· Pursuant to City Code Section 2-25 (b): Do you have a parent :J, spouse 0, child iJ, brother CJ, or sister [J who is employed by the
City of Miami Beach? Check all that apply. Identify the department(s):
This section is "not required" but desired: Age: ~years old Gender: Ma~ Female D
Ethnic Origin (Check one)
Whit~frican-American/Black D Hispanic: D Asian or Pacific Islander D American Indian or Alaskan Native D
Employment Status: Employed D Retired D Home-maker D Other D
"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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Name of Applicant (PLEASE PRINT)
Please attach a copy of your resume to this application
NOTE: Applications will remain on file for a period of one (1) calendar year.
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Harvey J. Burstein Bio
Philanthropy has always been an important part of Harvey J. Burstein's life. Born and raised in
Chicago, Burstein was very active in his community. For Harvey J. Burstein, no job is too small
for an organization he's involved with, and he's earned a reputation for being willing to roll up
his sleeves and do whatever it takes to get the job done.
In Chicago, Burstein was a sponsor and delivered meals for Open Hand Chicago; served as a
board member and volunteer for AIDS Living Remembrance Project; was a sponsor of the
Lesbian Community Cancer Project; was a sponsor and volunteer for AIDS Walk Chicago;
served as a sponsor and committee member of Dance for Life Chicago; was a sponsor and
producer at the Victory Gardens Theatre and the Baliwick Theatre; a sponsor of the Gay Games,
Amsterdam; sponsor and board member of the Jewish AIDS Network, and sponsor of the Names
Project as well as the Joffrey Ballet in Chicago.
Upon relocating to Miami a decade ago, Burstein lost no time in beginning a new chapter in his
service to the community. He co-founded the Miami Gay & Lesbian Film Festival, laying down
the first $5,000 donation and challenging others to do the same. He has served as sponsor and
volunteer for many organizations, including South Florida Dance for Life, which he also
founded; South Beach AIDS Project; Swim for Life; and First Night.
Additionally, Burstein has given his time to many other organizations, in many different
capacities. He has been a board member and sponsor of Art Center/South Florida; a board
member and sponsor of SA VB Dade; voter and committee member of the Carbonell Awards;
advisory board member of the Florida Room Film Festival; sponsor and advisory board member
of the Miami Light Project; sponsor of Pride lines Youth Services; and sponsor and advisory
board member of Ballet Gamonet Maximum Dance.
Currently, Harvey J. Burstein serves as co-chair, sponsor and volunteer of New Theatre; board
member, sponsor and volunteer of Lavender Footlights; volunteer and advisory board member of
the Theatre League of South Florida; co-chair of the Ga' ava Fund of the Jewish Federation;
committee member of MiamiBeach CANDO; and is involved with the Miami Performing Arts
Center Legacy Plaque Proj ect.
Harvey J. Burstein has also been the recipient of several honors, including the Horizon
Community Service Chicago Community Spirit award, 2001; DCA Ambies, Ambassador of the
Arts Unsung Hero Award, 2002; and the Miami-Dade Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce
Leadership and support Awards, 2006.
In addition to serving on many boards, Burstein is the director of the Burstein Family
Foundation, an organization founded by his late father. He is also the chair of the Miami Beach
Arts Trust, and founder and publisher of its biweekly e-zine, MiamiARTzine.com.