2016-29354 Reso RESOLUTION NO. 2016-29354
A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF
THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, ACCEPTING THE
RECOMMENDATION OF THE LAND USE AND DEVELOPMENT
COMMITTEE TO REMOVE THE CARLOS ZAPATA "WING"
STRUCTURE ON LINCOLN ROAD.
WHEREAS, at the March 9, 2016 Commission meeting, the removal of the "Wing"
structure, located at the Washington Avenue entrance to Lincoln Road, was referred to the Land
Use and Development Committee for further discussion; and
WHEREAS, in 1995, Lincoln Road underwent a renovation by architect Thompson and
Wood Architecture. One of the final pieces installed in 1999 was the "Wing" structure on the 400
block of Lincoln Road. The original design for the structure was designed by Carlos Zapata and
was intended to be the final touch of the renovation project. However, this structure was never
completed as designed; and
WHEREAS, the "Wing" structure and fountain conditions have deteriorated over time
and have become a maintenance and risk management concern. The fountains are used by
children, dogs, and skateboarders, creating a potentially hazardous situation; and
WHEREAS, the Lincoln Road District Master Plan developed by James Corner Field
Operations and approved by the City Commission on October 14, 2015, recommends the
removal of the "Wing" structure and fountains; and
WHEREAS, at its meeting on March 30, 2016, the Land Use and Development
Committee voted to recommend that the City remove the "Wing" structure; and
WHEREAS, the City Administration recommends that the Mayor and City Commission
accept the recommendation of the Land Use and Development Committee to remove the Carlos
Zapata "Wing" structure on Lincoln Road.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION
OF THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, that the Mayor and City Commission hereby
accept the recommendation of the Land Use and Development Committee to remove the Carlos
Zapata "Wing" structure on Lincoln Road.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 13 day of Apr; , 201•
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COMMISSION ITEM SUMMARY
Condensed Title:
A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH,
FLORIDA, ACCEPTING THE RECOMMENDATION OF THE LAND USE AND DEVELOPMENT
COMMITTEE TO REMOVE THE CARLOS ZAPATA "WING" STRUCTURE ON LINCOLN ROAD.
Key Intended Outcome Supported:
Enhance Lincoln Road in order to reinforce its position as a world class destination
Supporting Data (Surveys, Environmental Scan, etc.):
N/A
Item Summary/Recommendation:
At the March 9, 2016 Commission meeting, the removal of the "Wing" structure, located at the
Washington Avenue entrance to Lincoln Road, was referred to the Land Use and Development
Committee for further discussion.
In 1995, Lincoln Road underwent a renovation by architect Thompson and Wood Architecture.
One of the final pieces installed in 1999 was the "Wing" structure on the 400 block of Lincoln
Road. The original design for the structure was designed by Carlos Zapata and was intended to
be the final touch of the renovation project. However, this structure was never completed as
designed.
The "Wing" structure and fountain conditions have deteriorated over time and have become a
maintenance and risk management concern. The fountains are used by children, dogs, and
skateboarders, creating a potentially hazardous situation.
The Lincoln Road District Master Plan developed by James Corner Field Operations and
approved by the City Commission on October 14, 2015, recommends the removal of the "Wing"
structure and fountains.
At its meeting on March 30, 2016, the Land Use and Development Committee voted to
recommend that the city remove the "Wing" structure.
RECOMMENDATION
The Administration recommends adopting the Resolution.
Advisory Board Recommendation:
N/A
Financial Information:
Source of Amount Account Approved
Funds: 1 N/A N/A N/A
2
Total
Financial Impact Summary: N/A
City Clerk's Office Legislative Tracking:
Adrian Morales Marcia Monserrat Mark Taxis
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COMMISSION MEMORANDUM
TO: Mayor Philip Levine and Members the City c.ommissio•
FROM: Jimmy L. Morales, City Manager
DATE: April 5, 2016
SUBJECT: A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, ACCEPTING THE RECOMMENDATION OF THE
LAND USE AND DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE TO REMOVE THE CARLOS
ZAPATA "WING" STRUCTURE ON LINCOLN ROAD.
ADMINISTRATION RECOMMENDATION
Adopt the Resolution.
BACKGROUND
At the March 9, 2016 Commission meeting, the removal of the "Wing" structure, located at the
Washington Avenue entrance to Lincoln Road, was referred to the Land Use and Development
Committee for further discussion.
In 1995, Lincoln Road underwent a renovation by architect Thompson and Wood Architecture.
• One of the final pieces installed in 1999 was the "Wing" structure on the 400 block of Lincoln
Road. The original design for the structure was designed by Carlos Zapata and was intended to
be the final touch of the renovation project. However, this structure was never completed as
designed.
The "Wing" structure and fountain conditions have deteriorated over time and have become a
maintenance and risk management concern. The fountains are used by children, dogs, and
skateboarders, creating a potentially hazardous situation.
The Lincoln Road District Master Plan developed by James Corner Field Operations and
approved by the City Commission on October 14, 2015, recommends the removal of the "Wing"
structure and fountains.
At its meeting on March 30, 2016, the Land Use and Development Committee voted to
recommend that the city remove the "Wing" structure.
CONCLUSION
The Ad.inistration recommends adopting the Resolution.
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