LTC 321-2016 Board and Committee Biannual Reports MIAMi BEACH
OFFICE OF THE CITY MANAGER
LTC No.
321-2016 LETTER TO COMMISSION
TO: Mayor Philip Levine and Members the City Co mission
FROM: Jimmy L. Morales, City Manager
DATE: August 1, 2016
SUBJECT: BOARD AND COMMITTEE BIAN UAL REPORTS
Attached for your review, please find the Board and Committee Biannual Reports submitted to the Office of
the City Clerk for the period of January 2016 to June 2016.
Pursuant to City Code Section Sec. 2-22(13), the chairperson of each agency, board or committee, or
his/her designee, shall biannually submit a completed written report to the City Commission and City
Manager. The submitting agency, board or committee must approve the contents of the report prior to the
presentation.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the City Clerk or myself.
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BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT
BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
Affordable Housing Advisory Committee (AHAC)
CHAIRPERSON: David Smith
CITY LIAISON: - Richard Bowman
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD: 6
ACTIVITY: January 2016 — June 2016
January Meeting: Review of the draft of the new Citizen Participation Plan with City staff prior to
submission to City Commission.
February Meeting: Discussion of Local Housing Assistance Plan (LHAP) with City staff.
March Meeting: Final review and comment on LHAP with City staff prior to submission to City
Commission.
April Meeting: Public meeting for review and comment on the FY 16/17 HUD Annual Action Plan
prior to submission to City Commission.
May Meeting: Planning and review meeting regarding the affordable housing crisis on Miami
Beach.
June Meeting: Planning and strategizing for developing recommendations for ways to increase
access to affordable housing.
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FUTURE ACTIVITIES: July 2016 — December 2016
The AHAC will continue researching and reviewing potential options for ways to increase the
availability of affordable housing. The AHAC plans to present its findings and recommendations to
the City Administration.
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ACCOMPLISHMENTS: January 2016 — June 2016
The AHAC has reviewed, evaluated, commented, and made recommendations on:
• Citizen Participation Plan
• Local Housing Assistance Plan
• FY 2016/2017 HUD Annual Action Plan
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: Audit Committee
CHAIRPERSON: Marc Gidney
CITY LIAISON: James Sutter
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD: Jane 2016 to June 30, 2016: One
ACTIVITY:
• Review Year—End Results of City's External Audit by Crowe Horwath
• Reviewed interim Internal Audit activities for FY15/16 covering status of audits and follow-
up reviews.
FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
• Discuss Internal Audit findings (r ep orts and follow-ups) for FY15/16
• Approve Audit Plan for FY 16/17.
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ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
• Communications with External Auditors on results of their Audit
• Covered interim audit findings of Internal Audit Division including audit reports and follow-
ups.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: Art in Public Places (AiPP)
CHAIRPERSON: Cathy Byrd
CITY LIAISON: Dennis Leyva
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD: Six
ACTIVITY:
Approval Miami Beach Convention Center six public art projects by Design Review Board
Approval Miami Beach Convention Center one public art project by Historic Preservation Board
AiPP Fund 147 Capital Budget FY 16-17
AiPP website on going.
Bass Museum Donation Ugo Rondinone sculpture Collins Park
Call to Artists Soundscape Park
Call to Artists Flamingo Park
Installation Capitman Family Donation "Barbara Capitman Memorial"
Installation Art Shows Fourth Floor Gallery Space
Inventory City of Miami Beach 2 dimensional works public art collection
Conservation assessment City of Miami Beach public art collection
Maintenance Tobias Rehberger "eloquent south pointe park pier gate"
Maintenance Tobias Rehberger LED equipment "obstinate lighthouse"
Maintenance Charles O. Perry "untitled"
Attended Florida Association Public Art Administrators conference
Managed City of Miami Beach stand at Art Basel
FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
Approval Miami Beach Convention Center six public art projects by Mayor and City Commission.
Artists Agreements executed with six artists for the Miami Beach Convention Center.
Call to Artists Soundscape Park
Call to Artists Flamingo Park
Conservation Treatment Roy Lichtenstein "Mermaid"
Conservation Treatment Roberto Juarez "Bringing the Beach Inside"
Conservation Treatment Dan Graham "Morris"
Installation City Centennial Photography Exhibit
ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
Approval Miami Beach Convention Center six public art projects by Design Review Board
Approval Miami Beach Convention Center one public art project by Historic Preservation Board
AiPP Fund 147 Capital Budget FY 16-17
Inventory City of Miami Beach 2 dimensional public art collection
Conservation assessment City of Miami Beach public art collection
Maintenance Tobias Rehberger "eloquent south pointe park pier gate"
Maintenance Tobias Rehberger LED equipment "obstinate lighthouse"
Maintenance Charles O. Perry "Untitled"
Attended Florida Association Public Art Administrators conference
Managed City of Miami Beach stand at Art Basel
MIAMI BEACH
BOARDS AND COMMITTEES BI-ANNUAL REPORT FORM - PAGE 1 OF 3
July 2016
BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: Beachfront Management Plan Ad-Hoc Advisory Group
CHAIRPERSON: Elizabeth Wheaton
CITY LIAISON: Margarita Wells, Environmental Resources Manager
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD SINCE January 1, 2016: 0
ACTIVITIES:
Review, discuss, and provide recommendations on the City's draft beachfront
management plan in accordance with Chapter 259.032(10) of the Florida Statutes.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
The advisory group has not held any meetings since 2015.
FUTURE ACTIVIES:
The advisory group has met the requirements of Chapter 259.032(10) of the Florida
Statutes. As such, no future meetings or activities are needed at this time.
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BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANNUAL REPORT FORM — PAGE1 OF 2
BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
CHAIRPERSON: BARTON GOLDBERG
CITY LIAISON: _ ANTOINETTE STOHL
Secretary to the Board
DATE OF REPORT: - January through June 2016
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD DURING THIS REPORTING PERIOD: 6
MEETING AGENDA
DATE ITEMS APPROVED DENIED DISCUSSION CONTINUED WITHDRAWN
Jan 15 3 1 1 1
Feb 5 10 7 2 1
Mar 4 4 2 2
Apr 1 C A N C E L L E D
May 9 5 2 1 1 1
Jun 3 5 4 1
Totals: 27 16 7 3 1
Note: Some totals may not match due to some items being removed from the Agenda at the last minute.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: FLOOD PLAIN MANAGEMENT BOARD
CHAIRPERSON: BARTON GOLDBERG
CITY LIAISON: - ANTOINETTE STOHL,
Secretary to the Board
DATE OF REPORT: - January through June 2016
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD DURING THIS REPORTING PERIOD: 6
MEETING AGENDA
DATE ITEMS APPROVED DENIED DISCUSSION CONTINUED WITHDRAWN
Jan 15 0
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Feb 5 0
Mar 4 0
Apr 1 C A N C E L L E D
May 9 0
Jun 3 0
Totals: 0
Note: Some totals may not match due to some items being removed from the Agenda at the last minute.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: Budget Advisory Committee
CHAIRPERSON: Ronald Starkman
CITY LIAISON: Cintya Ramos
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD SINCE January 1, 2016 —June 30, 2016: Total = 7
ACTIVITIES:
01/12/2016 Meeting Agenda:
• Vote for Chairman and Vice-Chairman
• Discuss Agenda Topics and Schedule for CY16
• Macro Budget Presentation
02/9/2016 Meeting Agenda:
• Topics & Set Schedule for CY2016
• Collective Bargaining Update
• Proposed Template for Department Budget Presentations
03/8/2016 Meeting Agenda:
• Pension Investment Assumptions & Actuarial Impacts
• Overview of New Transportation Initiatives
04/12/2016 Meeting Agenda:
• Police Department (Overtime, Body-Worn Cameras, Traffic Support, Red Light
Cameras)
• Communications Department
04/26/2016 Meeting Agenda:
• Parks Department (Golf, Park Rangers)
• Public Works Department- Stormwater (Bond Program and Capital Projects
Update)
05/10/2016 Meeting Agenda:
• Fire Department
• City Commission Retreat
• Public Works Department Divisions Update
06/2/2016 Meeting Agenda:
• 1st Budget Workshop (Finance & Citywide Projects Meeting) - FY17 Capital
Budget Development
ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
• Elected Ronald Starkman as BAC Chairman and Jonathan Fryd as Vice-Chairman
• Discussed recommended agenda topics and set schedule for CY2016
• Reviewed Budget Overview, including timeline of Budget Development Process
• Reviewed Macro Budget Presentation
• Collective Bargaining Update
• Review Proposed Template for Departments FY17 Budget Presentation
• Discussed the Pension Investment Assumptions & Actuarial Impacts
• Reviewed and discussed the New Transportation Initiatives
• Major Programs in the Communication Department
• Recent changes made in the Communications Department
• Accomplishments in Publications, Communications, Media, and MBTV
• Sponsorships
• Social Media
• Challenges and Opportunities
• Recent departmental changes in the Police Department
• Police Officer Recruitment process and their options
• Hiring of an outside company do conduct a staffing study of the Police Department
• Recent accomplishments in the Police Department
• Enforcement arrest and total calls for service
• City cameras
• All divisions and position overview of the Parks and Rec Department
• Major programs and functions of the Parks and Rec Department
• Recreation Statistics
• Children Trust Grant Funding for the Parks and Rec Department
• Park Rangers Program
• Ocean Drive Task Force FY17 - Enhancements
• Golf Clubs Unanticipated Shortfalls
• Improve Stormwater Water Quality
• Mitigate the effects of King Tides and Sea Level rise
• Topographic Data
• Stormwater Management Master Plan
• Tides Prediction
• Stormwater pump stations and locations
• Construction of Gravity Walls
• Variances between 2015/16 to proposed budget for the Public Works department
divisions.
• Departmental Financial Summaries 2014-2017 of the Public Works Department
• Department and Divisions description of the Fire Department.
• Major programs and functions of the Fire Department.
• Recent accomplishments and adjustments in the Fire Department.
• Position overview of the Fire Department.
• Comparison of FY15/16 Adopted and FY16/17 Proposed of the Fire Deparment.
• Rescue-44 enhancement request for FY17
• Challenges and Opportunities of the Fire Department
• Discussion Regarding 2016 Commission Retreat held on May 12, 2016
• Discussion Regarding 1st Budget Briefing
FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
• Prep for Finance Citywide Committee 2nd and 3rd Budget Briefing Meeting
• IT Department (Munis/Energov Project Update)
• New Environmental Management Department
• New Beach Maintenance Function
• Parking Department Update
• Convention Center Project Update
• Fleet Division Update
BOARDS AND COMMITTEES BI-ANNUAL REPORT FORM
January 2016-June 2016
BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: Convention Center Advisory Board
CHAIRPERSON: Michael Goldberg
CITY LIAISON: Max Sklar
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD SINCE January 1, 2016: 6
ACTIVITIES:
The CCAB had a tour of the GMCVB offices.
Marketing now includes social media and website analytics in the CCAB packet.
Newly appointed members Andres Asion, Laurence Herrup, and Peter Matos.
GMCVB presented their Sales pitch to CCAB members.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
The CCAB gave a recommendation supporting the resolution for the city to enter into
the lease between the city and Portman holdings.
FUTURE ACTIVIES:
2016 Meetings
Hard hat tour of the comvention center renovation.
Vote for Chairman and Vice Chairman for 2017 Board.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: Quality Education Committee
CHAIRPERSON: Beth A. Ed wards
CITY LIAISON: Dr. Leslie Rosenfeld
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD SINCE January 2016 — May 2016: 5
ACTIVITIES:
The Committee for Quality Education was established in 1999 to guide the city's
efforts toward providing the best education possible in Miami Beach public
schools.
The Committee investigated, developed, and carried out plans to promote and
ensure the provision of quality education in Miami Beach public schools, in the
areas of Communication, Health and Well-Being, Safety /Traffic, Student
Achievement, Parental Involvement / Family Support/Youth and Community
Engagement, Technology and Teacher Recruitment / Retention.
The Committee is continuing to work on evaluating safety of our students in our
schools by working with MDCPS. The committee had requested MDCPS to
come back and confirm the number of security officers (green shirt) per school
site and has taken it one step further to ask CMB via a motion to help support the
security initiative to assure our children are safe (see motions below). Aside
from that we have opened up discussions regarding School Resource Officers
and upcoming possible changes of how they are funded and any possible
relationship to CMB. Furthermore the QEC had requested via a motion to the
Mayor and Commission that the MBPD institute a real time policy notifying
citizens in real time any real or perceived threats. We will readdress this motion
again in the upcoming August meeting as the Committee feels that security
needs to be addressed across the feeder pattern.
The Committee continually serves as a forum to discuss the Class Size
Amendment issue and the Schools of Choice loophole closure to assure that our
Feeder Pattern Schools are adhering to the new policy.
The Committee has opened discussions regarding concerns of the impact of
another K-8 at South Point Elementary. The Committee requested MDCPS to
come back in August with an update as to their impact study to neighboring
feeder pattern schools. This important agenda item will carry forth for the new
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year as Committee Members were very vocal about fixing the current K-8 (FF)
and the impact another K-8 will have on NMS.
The Committee had committed to a grass roots effort to push past the limits set
by MDCPS in regards to a 5% per pupil funding increase and asked the CMB to
help get involved to request a fair and equitable increase to match the average
federal funding level per pupil funding. MDCPS requested an increase of 5%
from $7096.96 to $7452 per pupil. The Committee has requested a motion to
increase per pupil funding to $10,700 (an additional 30%).
With per pupil funding raising less than 1% for next school year, the Committee
has rolled over this key topic/component of the legislative platform initiative to be
included in the following years CMB and MDCPS Legislative Platforms for 2016-
2017 school year.
The Committee is currently reviewing the issue regarding the deterioration of the
MBSH Field and what can be done to re-turf the field. Concerns about the
students not being able to play on the field for PE or practice at MBSH and
having to pay to use City Parks. This topic will roll over to the August meeting.
The Committee, via a motion, supports the extension of a two-way from Royal
Palm to Sheridan. CMB Traffic Dept confirmed that this is moving forward and
discussions were made to expedite the process so that this can be a reality when
children come back for the 2016-2017 school year.
The Committee made recommendations to the city commission, which are
outlined below in the below section.
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The Committee for Quality Education requests the Miami Beach Mayor and
Commission and the Miami Beach Department institute a policy similar to campus alert
that notifies the citizens in real time about any real or perceived threats at our public
schools. (Although not in the back end of the year, security motions will be added to the
August Agenda as security has been identified as a concern for the Committee)
The Committee for Quality Education requests the Miami Beach Mayor and
Commission support the extension of the two-way from Royal Palm to Sheridan
The Committee for Quality Education requests the Miami Beach Mayor and
Commission ensure that if the March 2016 ballot question two, Referendum Re: Use of
Rent Payments Received by City from Convention Center Hotel Lease passes, that all
funds designated for education be restricted to Pre-K through 12 Miami Beach public
schools including only South Point Elementary, Feinberg Fisher K-8 Center, North
Beach Elementary, Biscayne Elementary, Nautilus Middle School, and Miami Beach
Senior High School, excluding charter schools, and shall not supplant Miami —Dade
County Public School budgeted funding.
The Committee for Quality Education requests that the Miami Beach Mayor and
Commission fund the behavioral mental health initiative through the motion made at the
April 13,2016 Commission meeting by Commission Steinberg and seconded by
Commissioner Aleman and supported unanimously to expand the Nurse Enhancement
Initiative to Miami Beach Senior High School, Nautilus Middle Schools, South Point
Elementary, Fienberg Fisher K-8 Center, and Biscayne Elementary at $67,000.
The Committee for Quality Education requests that the Miami Beach Mayor and
Commission reach out to Miami Dade County Public Schools to conduct a survey of
Miami Beach public school students to determine interest in bus transportation for those
living within two (2) miles of their home school. Question: Would parent(s)/guardian(s)
want to participate in having children utilize a school bus service in Miami Beach?
The Committee for Quality Education requests that the Miami Beach Mayor and
Commission support implementation of a sustainable culinary program at Miami Beach
Senior High and further requests that Miami-Dade County Public Schools fund a
teacher for the program and develop a long-term relationship with Miami Beach Senior
High School.
The Committee for Quality Education requests that the Miami Beach Mayor and
Commission ask Miami Dade County Public Schools to review security allocation needs
of Miami Beach Senior High School based on other criteria (other being not incidence),
such as student population as well as campus size.
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ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
The Committee for Quality Education has accomplished many things this year.
A key point to commend the Committee for is the communication. This Committee is
extremely vocal and works hard to assure key issues are addressed and timely
solutions are brought forth. The Committee Members are working diligently to bring
the CMB, MDCPS, and the Committee Members to align on key legislative initiatives
as well as non-legislative issues to assure we are advocating for our
children/children's needs within our Feeder Pattern. Other key points being
addressed and seeing continual results are Safety/Traffic , Health and Well Being,
Student Achievement, Parental Involvement/ Family Support / Youth and Community
Engagement, Technology and Teacher Recruitment/ Retention.
FUTURE ACTIVIES:
Continue to bring forth key issues and follow up on all open issues aforementioned to
help guide the City's efforts toward providing the best education possible in Miami
Beach public schools
Continue to provide insight and recommendations for the new Enhanced
Collaboration between Miami-Dade County Public Schools and the City of Miami
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Beach which was passed by Commission via Resolution No 2015-28997 on
4/15/2015.
Continue to monitor the effectiveness of the Dual Enrollment and Extended Foreign
Language programs in the City of Miami Beach public schools.
The QEC and its Health Care Task Force will continue to make sure funding is
requested to support the Health Suites in each of Miami Beach Schools beyond 2015-
2016, 2016-2017, 2017-2018 as it comes due. As well as support the new mental
health initiative.
The QEC will continue to support The School Board's top priorities for the upcoming
Legislative Session: Note: The new Legislative Priorities will be brought forth come
August/September time period. The QEC will work with both the CMB Legislative
Platform alongside MDCPS to assure that we are advocating for the specific needs of
the children here on Miami Beach. TYs platform is below.
Funding:
-Increasing Safe Schools Funding to pre-recessionary levels of minimally$77.1 million and revise the
funding formula so that each school district gets 50 percent of its previous years actual expenditures
from the state;
-Increasing Exceptional Student Education funding to pre-recessionary levels of$1.1 billion;
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-Modifying the calculation of the FTE at 1.0 to exclude virtual courses taken during the summer and
the proration of both ESE and ELL weights;
-Extending and funding a longer school year for all students;
-Supporting maximum flexibility in the use of funds appropriated; and
-Opposing unfunded state mandates
VAB Structural Changes:
Revise the Value Adjustment Board (VAB) proceedings to include:
-Proof of property owner consent/knowledge of an appeal;
-Limit appeal rescheduling to only one for good cause;
-Payment of interest at the market rate;
-Require the property appraiser(PA) to finish all appeals by June 30th of each year
-Allow school districts to audit the VAB and PA;
-Require a review by the state of PA's process when the PA's estimate on the July 1 rst is two percent
or more than the state estimate for three or more consecutive years; and
-Provide a hold harmless mitigating the impact of any loss of revenue due to PA not completing the tax
valuation on a timely basis.
Fair and Equitable Accountability Reform
-Revise the current Assessment system and accountability system to:
-Provide a transitional period for school and district accountability, as well as teacher evaluation, as the
state transitions to a new assessment tools; and
-Delay computer-based testing until all school districts have the necessary infrastructure to reduce the
testing window and provide a paper and pencil option.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: Committee on the Homeless
CHAIRPERSON: Valerie Navarrete
CITY LIAISON: Alba Tarre/ Captain Wayne Jones
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD: 6
ACTIVITY:
The Committee on the Homeless passed the following resolutions for consideration by the Mayor and
Commission during the reporting period:
1. Requesting that the Commission support the installation of portable showers throughout the City
for the use by the homeless as a means of encouraging the homeless to seek services and supports.
2. Requesting that the Mayor and Commission explore pushing back package store alcohol sales to no
earlier than 10:00am.
3. Requesting that the Commission consider the installation of the PIT Stop Program throughout the
City. The PIT Stop Program provides clean and safe portable public toilets, sinks, used needle
receptacles and dog waste stations.
4. Requesting that the Mayor and Commission support the motion by the LGBT Advisory Committee to
require any homeless shelter contracted by the City be required to take an LGBTQ sensitivity training
course offered by an approved organization.
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FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
- The Committee on the Homeless plans on continuing to work on the following:
encouraging the City's business community to participate in the trespass
signage program and register their participation with Miami Beach Police. This enables
police to enforce after-hours trespass laws and increases exposure to homeless services.
- Developing and disseminating a media awareness campaign targeting our tourists
and residents discouraging panhandling and educating the public about the negative
impact panhandling has on the community.
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ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
On Friday,June 24, 2016,the Committee on the Homeless conducted a tour of the homeless shelters
contracted by the City. The tour included the Miami Rescue Mission and The Salvation Army
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: DESIGN REVIEW BOARD
CHAIRPERSON: CAROL HOUSEN
CITY LIAISON: DEBBIE TACKETT
DATE OF REPORT: January 2016 through June 2016
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD DURING THIS REPORTING PERIOD: 6
Meeting Agenda Approved Denied Continued Withdrawn Discussion Preliminary No
Date Items Evaluation Action
Jan 15 14 11 0 3 0 1
Feb 2 7 5 0 2 0 0
Marl 9 8 0 0 1 0
Apr5 16 12 0 3 1 0
May 3 13 11 0 2 0 0
June 7 13 12 0 0 1 0
Total 72 59 0 10 3 1
C : Meeting Cancelled.
Note: Some totals may not match due to some items being removed from the Agenda at the last minute.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: Disability Access Committee
CHAIRPERSON: Sabrina Cohen
CITY LIAISON: Valeria Mejia
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD: Six
ACTIVITY:
• Working towards bringing low floor trolleys to Miami Beach transportation;
Members of DAC providing visual footage of existing unsafe trolleys to Mayor and
Commission while presenting information at city meetings
• Working with IT department to continue to make our city website more user friendly
for the visually impaired
• Present inaccessible problems to the city through internal DAC discussions and
citywide experiences (hotels, restaurants, sidewalks)
• Discuss and support Ability Explosion events and Sabrina Cohen Foundation adaptive
fitness and recreation initiatives, including support for new facility location
• Discussed and proposed solutions for inaccessible construction sites
MIAMI BEACH.
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FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
• Will continue to provide ADA input and advice to Convention Center project
• Working towards getting the city to purchase low floor trollies to circulate Miami
Beach area
• Encourage the addition of more handicap accessible parking spaces at Allison Park
for adaptive beach programs and playground (coming soon).
• Will provide members of the DAC an opportunity to work one on one with city IT
technicians to educate and train them on the needs of disabled community when
browsing the city website
• Continue to address issue at 1111 Lincoln Road with unpaved surface until smoother,
safer access is provided
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ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
• Presented unfinished curb cuts during construction in the Sunset Harbour
community and encouraged city to smooth out surfaces; City provided temporary
smooth cement finishes within a week to comply while workers continue construction
in area
• Request was made to city and state to decrease the slope height at the beach access
point at 6475 Collins Avenue which was not ADA compliant; problem rectified in a
timely manner
• Electric beach wheelchair proposed and purchased 3 chairs for 10th Ocean Drive and
South Pointe locations
• With the full support of the DAC for the development of the Sabrina Cohen
Foundation adaptive beach programs at Allison Park, programs are now available 1st
and 3rd Saturday's of every month, free and open to disabled residents and visitors.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: Health Advisory Committee
CHAIRPERSON: Mark Rabinowitz, MBCH C_
CITY LIAISON: Sonia Bridges
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD SINCE July 1, 2016: 3
ACTIVITIES:
• Introduction of new HAC members and review of HAC history and purpose;
discussed vacancies and recommendations to fill vacancies
• Bicycle deaths became an important issue since Florida is the number 1 state
in bicycle deaths with 29 annually which is unfortunate since it is the most ideal
place to train
o Current efforts on behalf of the City of Miami Beach were mentioned by
Commissioner Malakoff. They will benefit the safety of both cyclists and
pedestrians. An example of these efforts includes a wider beach walk as
well as both color coded and protected lanes around the City.
• Awareness on the Zika Virus became prevalent in several meetings
o An infectious disease specialist on the Committee gave an informative
presentation on the Zika Virus which included vital information from the
basics to its' history, symptoms, geographic distribution and basic
virology
o Several articles and publications released by the Center for Disease
Control (CDC) were discussed in order to increase awareness on the
virus
• Some of the topics include interim guidance for the prevention of
sexual transmission of Zika, Zika virus Microcephaly and Guillen-
Barre syndrome and the CDC's response to Zika which included
what can be done, pregnant and living in an area with Zika and
lastly, pregnant and worried about Zika.
o Emergency Management Director, Chuck Tear, spoke on the current
efforts being conducted by the City of Miami Beach regarding the Zika
Virus
• Every morning the Office of Emergency Management issues a
color coded situational report that identifies any situational
threats whether it's coastal flooding, weather, biological, nuclear
or any others.
• As soon as the governor issued a state of emergency,
Emergency Management met with necessary personnel and
followed the standard procedure and protocol to monitor the
mosquito population.
• Emergency Management representatives attend all county
meetings and follows their direction as well as stay in contact
with the state
• Public awareness was increased through local drain and cover
message campaigns
• The situation is being monitored continuously and the threshold
is if we had a single case that was local and transmitted local.
Once this happen we would insist that the county and/or state
assist us in elevating the campaign
• One of the issues that was not recommended knowing the local
community is any elevated or aerial spraying, any exposure to
everything from chemical exposure on the body to contact,
anything advanced like this. Until there is a high exposure rate,
nothing like this will be requested early on.
• Code Compliance is issuing violations for any standing water in
order to mitigate the threat which is something that has never
done before
• City of Miami Beach Fire Department personnel, Sal Frosceno and Francois
Betancourt spoke to Committee regarding the Fire Departments role regarding
the Zika virus.
o Florida Department of Health is the lead agency in Florida
o MBFD representatives attend FL Department of Health news
conferences and meetings to see if anything has changed to date in
relation to the Zika virus
o MBFD is staying on top of the advisories issued by the Florida
Department of Health and CDC
o The "drain and cover" message is being put out to the community per
the CDC and Florida Department of Health.
• Proposal of possible shade structures at the golf ranges located in Miami
Beach is still being discussed
o These shade structures are a vital part to help lessen the risk of skin
cancer when practicing at golf ranges
o Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in the United States
o Possible ideas to fund this project include possible fundraising efforts
and sponsors
• An overview on Mount Sinai Medical Center and how it serves the community
was presented by its CEO, Steven Sonenreich
o Since it is the only hospital and emergency healthcare provider on
Miami Beach, it is considered the safety net for this community.
o Due to Mount Sinai's aging infrastructure, there will be construction that
will include 12 new operating rooms, 154 private rooms which will allow
for 100% privacy
o Emergency room will be expanded from its current square footage of
16,700 to 45,850
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ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
• Florida Society of Ophthalmologists was able to purchase another vision
screening device for detecting amblyopia and other sight disorders.
o This was due to a ten thousand dollar grant that the FSO obtained
o FSO allows ophthalmological and medical offices to borrow the
screening devices if needed
• All vacancies on the Committee have been filled
FUTURE ACTIVITES:
• In order to increase Amblyopia awareness, there will be a Back to School
awareness event this upcoming August in Palm Beach.
o Another two events are in the works for Tampa and Orlando
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: Hispanic Affairs Committee
CHAIRPERSON: Alex Fernandez
CITY LIAISON: Kate Gonzalez
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD: 5
ACTIVITY:
• Discussion of affordable housing options and community enhancements
• Held open forum regarding Cuban Consulate in Miami Beach, which resulted in the
following motions submitted to Mayor and Commission:
o A motion of the Hispanic Affairs Committee opposing a Cuban consulate in the City of
Miami Beach, so long as the Cuban government continues its violation of basic freedoms
and human rights.
o The Hispanic Affairs Committee advises the Mayor and the City Commission that, in midst
of the implementation of new diplomatic relations and policies between the United States
and the Cuban government, upon the date of adoption of this recommendation by the City
Commission, it is premature to create any new policy or change the City's current policy in
regards to normal relations between Cuba and the City of Miami Beach. Time must be
given to grasp the results and outcome of the full implementation of those new diplomatic
relations and policies. As stated by President Barack Obama on March 21, 2016 during his
trip to Cuba, "Change is going to happen," adding that change would not occur "overnight"
and that "we still have significant differences around human rights and individual liberties
inside of Cuba."
o The Hispanic Affairs Committee reaffirms its respect to the Cuban exile community and will
thus forever be united in solidarity with the pain endured by those who fled Castro's
dictatorial rule, the divide of family, the loss of loved ones, and the persecution of Cubans
seeking religious and political freedom.
• Commended the Communications Department on the bilingual publications in MB
Magazine
• Joined in sympathy of the victims of the tragedy suffered in Orlando and to commend the
Mayor, City Commission and City administration for putting the event together to honor
those who perished, including honoring and recognizing the Hispanic victims. Further
appreciating the efforts of Senator Rubio and Senator Nelson during the tragic event
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FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
• Hispanic Heritage Nominations to be concluded in September.
• Hispanic Heritage Award recipients to be honored at a reception prior to Hispanic Heritage
Festival
• Hispanic Heritage Award Ceremony planned for October 7, to coincide with City of Miami
Beach's Hispanic Heritage Festival
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2016
BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: HISTORIC PRESERVATION BOARD
CHAIRPERSON: JANE GROSS
CITY LIAISON: DEBORAH TACKETT
DATE OF REPORT: January 2016 through June 2016
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD DURING THIS REPORTING PERIOD: 6
Meeting Agenda Approved Denied Continued Discussion Withdrawn No Action
Date Items
Jan. 12 11 4 0 6 1 0 1
Feb. 9 11 5 0 6 2 0 0
Mar. 8 26 15 0 10 4 0 1
Apr. 12 15 8 0 7 3 0 0
May. 10 16 7 0 2 6 0 0
June. 14 17 5 0 6 5 0 1
Total 96 44 0 37 21 0 3
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: LGBT ADVISORY COMMITTEE
CHAIRPERSON: ROBIN SCHWARTZ
CITY LIAISON: MORGAN GOLDBERG
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD: 6
ACTIVITY:
• Work in Subcommittees to focus on different topics/tasks
• Invite new commissioners to monthly meetings so they are up to date on matters of
importance to committee
• Discuss with World Out Games on how to get funding to have the games to come in 2017
• Continue to be up to date with Miami Beach Police Department in regards to LGBTQ
community
• Continue to be up to date on the GMCVB
• Pushed for the rainbow crosswalk to be implemented at Ocean Drive and 12 Street
• Partnered with The Committee on Homeless to pass a motion to require any homeless
shelter that the City of Miami Beach contracts with to take an LGBTQ sensitivity training
course
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FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
• Continue to aid the World Out Games
• Explore how the City of Miami Beach can help or complement the social media efforts of
the GMCV to market the destination to the LGBT community
• Help implement better LGBT involved digital media
• Work on how the City can leverage the National Association of LGBT Journalism visit in
September 2016 to gain more visibility
• Implement LGBT movies in Soundscape Park
• Put together an LGBT Family BBQ/ picnic/pool day
• Have an LGBT monument installed
• Create a group of volunteers to aid the police to make sure another event in Orlando
doesn't happen
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• Submitted for the HRC Rating and MEI Score
• Worked to get the rainbow sign topper installed at Ocean Drive and 12 Street
• Succeeded in having the Commission pass a resolution for extension of hours of operation
during White Party, Winter Party Festival, and Miami Beach Gay Pride
• Successfully submitted HRC Rating and MEI
• Passed a motion to accept the signage for implementation of gender neutral restrooms in
the newly renovated Convention Center
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: Mayor's Ad Hoc Blue Ribbon Steering Committee on the
Convention Center Hotel
CHAIRPERSON: Commissioner Ricky Arriola
CITY LIAISON: Jeffrey L. Oris, CEcD
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD: 3
ACTIVITY:
The Committee is working to find a direction to take and the best avenue of public input on the
Convention Center Hotel.
Meetings to date have covered the following topics:
1) Discussion on what the public did not seem to take to with the hotel proposal rejected in
the March election.
2) A conversation with Jack Portman of Portman Holdings to see what changes Portman
would be willing to incorporate into the hotel design.
3) A discussion with the Metropolitan Center at FIU about a resident survey to gather input on
what changes to the hotel might encourage 60% of the voters to vote in favor of a
convention center hotel.
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FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
The Committee intends to have FIU complete the resident survey and will then work to analyze
the results.
Several "open house" meetings will be held to discuss important issues with the public regarding
the hotel such as:
1) Area traffic
2) Hotel height
3) Hotel architectural design
4) The potential to utilize the land currently occupied by the Jack Gleeson Theater and to
incorporate a new, improved theater into the hotel development.
5) Appropriate location (site) for the hotel.
The Committee hopes to have a final report prepared and ready to the Commission ASAP.
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ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
The Committee has finalized a survey instrument to be utilized by FIU to survey residents by
telephone.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
Miami Beach Commission for Women
CHAIRPERSON:
Mercedes Carlson
CITY LIAISONS:
Bonnie Stewart
David Zaret
MEETINGS HELD SINCE JANUARY 2016:
The Committee met as follows:
January 5, 2016 Board Meeting, February 2, 2016 Board Meeting, March 8, 2016 Women Worth
Knowing, April 12, 2016 Pay Equity, May 3, 2016 Board Meeting, June 7, 2016 Board Meeting
TOTAL MEETINGS: 6
FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
September 2016— Health Forum
October 2016— Domestic Violence Awareness Event
December 2016—Collection for the Share Program for Miami Beach Senior High School and
Children's Cancer Caring Center Extravaganza.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
On March 8, 2016 the Committee hosted its "Women Worth Knowing" Event honoring women in
the hospitality industry. The event took place at the Miami Beach Golf Club. The Honorees were
Janine Ostow, Dining Room Mgr., Joe's Stone Crab; Peggy Benua, General Mgr., Dream South
Beach Miami; Deborah Plutzik Briggs, EdD, VP for Philanthropy, Betsy Hotel; and Ana Cecilia
Velasco, Exec VP of Operations, Mango's Tropical Café. The honorees received plaques. The
City's Communications Department filmed the event. It was very successful and very well
attended.
April 12, 2016 the Committee held its annual Pay Equity Event at the Miami Beach Botanical
Gardens. Attendees included committee members and residents. The Committee was
presented with a Proclamation from the Miami-Dade County Office of the Mayor and Board of
County Commissioners. The movie "Suffragette" was shown at the event. It was very successful
and well attended.
The Committee invited all members of Commissions for Women to attend its June 7, 2016
meeting. Guests included Laura Morilla, Executive Director Office of the Chair of the Miami-
Dade County Commission for Women.
On June 22, 2016 the Subcommittee hosted a Summer Speaker Series on Women's Health
Concerns and Prevention. Guest speakers were Dr. Loretta Ciraldo and Dr. Elizabeth Etkin-
Kramer. The doctors spoke the Committee and residents about sun protection and the Zika
Virus. The city's Emergency Management Department provided literature on mosquito
prevention and information on the Zika Virus. The event was a huge success and well attended.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: Miami Beach Cultural Arts Council (CAC)
CHAIRPERSON: Charles Million
CITY LIAISON: Brandi Reddick
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD SINCE January 1, 2016: 7
ACTIVITIES:
Reviewed 56 cultural grant applicants for FY 16/17.
Welcomed new members Roger Baumann, Roger Martin, Laurence Moser and Britta
Hanson in January 2016.
Monitored performance of contracted grantees and processed final reports, new
contracts and payments.
Monitored contract for youth arts education programs with Arts for Learning/Miami.
Continued to promote Miami Beach cultural events through weekly updates to
website and accompanying advertising campaign, e-blast and text alert program.
Managed the Community Benefit Fund Rental Fee Waiver program for the Fillmore
Miami Beach. 12 Rental Waivers are made available each fiscal year.
Programmed the Soundscape Park Cinema Series and Managed the SoundScape
Wall Use Grant program. 12 Rental Waivers are made available each fiscal year for
non profit organizations.
Continued to work with WESTAF to improve online grants application process.
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ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
Nonprofit recipients of cultural grants administered by the CAC provide year-round
arts programming for Miami Beach residents and visitors, including music concerts,
dance performances, theater, opera, spoken word, film screenings, art exhibitions,
architectural tours, lectures, workshops and classes.
In-school and after-school arts education programs contracted by the CAC served
more than 2,500 students this past year, giving them the competitive edge to achieve
the higher SAT scores, higher GPAs, lower drop-out rates and higher levels of
community involvement that are the proven results of arts education.
Increased the number of Community Benefit Fund Rental Waivers by 12 per calendar
year specifically for Theater programming. These waivers will be made available
beginning October 1, 2016.
Recommended Miami New Drama to become the resident Theater company and
Managers of the Colony Theater. This recommendation was passed by the Finance
and City-wide Projects Committee at its meeting on July 22, 2016 and will be
presented for final approval to the City Commission on September 14, 2016.
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FUTURE ACTIVITIES: .
Finalize funding allocations for FY 16/17 grants- September 2016 - -
Prepare and revise guidelines for the FY 17/18 Cultural Grants Programs
Increase visibility and promotion of cultural activities with a newly designed website,
e-blast and advertising campaign.
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MEETING ",ONUTES
January 26, 2016 a 11 :00 a.m.
A meeting of the Mayor's Blue Ribbon Panel on Sea Level Rise was held Tuesday, January 26, 2016, 11:00 a.m. in
the City Manager's Large Conference Room, 4th floor, Miami Beach City Hall.
Panel Members Present: Scott Robins, Chair, Wyn Bradley, Michael De Filippi
Commissioners Present: Mayor Philip Levine, Commissioner Joy Malakoff and Commissioner John
Elizabeth Aleman
The meeting was called to order by Scott Robins, Chair. Mayor Levine gave opening remarks. Introductions were
made around the table.
Mission Statement/Goals Project Updates
Scott Robins read the Mayor's Blue Ribbon Panel on Sea Level Rise Mission Statement to the group. It states that
the purpose of the Panel is to continue to monitor the progress of the City's Stormwater Management Program and
Comprehensive Flood Management Plan. Scott stressed that moving forward; resiliency will be incorporated into
the program. This year the Panel will focus on the built environment to include historic properties and
neighborhoods. It has been predicted that seas in our area will rise 2'-6' by the turn of the next century. It is the
intent to raise the City in 2' increments over time. Scott stated that it is not about advocating for increases.to FAR
(floor area ratio)or adding floors to buildings, it is about raising buildings to combat sea level rise.
Schedule of Future Meetings
Scott will propose future meeting dates. The other Panel members will review. When dates are agreed upon, the
meetings will be advertised.
Update — Public Works Department and CIP
Dr. Bruce Mowry, City Engineer and Eric Carpenter, Assistant City Manager updated the Panel on City projects
planned and underway. The list includes Sunset Harbour, Purdy Avenue,West Avenue(Phases 1 and 2)Venetian
Islands, Lower North Bay Road, Alton Road, Dade Boulevard, Indian Creek (26 — 41 Streets), Upper North Bay
Road, Washington Avenue, Convention Center Pumps, Sunsets 3&4, Palm & Hibiscus Islands, Mt. Sinai area and
Central Bayshore South. Bruce talked about a future Groundwater Monitoring Program. Eric stated that raising
public roads sets in motion a movement for owners to raise private properties. Commissioner Malakoff stressed the
importance of landscaping and ADA being involved in project development from the beginning. Eric said that the
cost estimate to implement a Citywide program is approximately$425 million.
Update AECOM
Tom McGowan, AECOM, explained that the next phase of work will be to develop a Risk and Vulnerability
Assessment to identify exposure and sensitivity of critical assets. Three tasks will include Code Revisions,
Resilience Assessment and Economic Assessment. ACM Susanne Torriente stated that the new contract will
require information on the placement of critical infrastructure in the City. AECOM reports and recommendations
from the past year will be forwarded to the newly appointed Panel members.
Open Discussion
A number of issues were discussed including the following items. Matis Cohen, resident, raised the issue of the
impact of increased insurance rates on Miami Beach properties because of rising seas. Roy Coley, Public Works
Infrastructure Division Director mentioned that Key West has begun to address this. An invitation will be extended
to Commissioner Heather Carruthers, Monroe County, to attend a Panel meeting. Michael DeFilippi asked about
seawalls on private property. Code Compliance issues unsafe structure violations when warranted. Roy Coley
responded to an inquiry that storm drains are now cleaned once a year and problem areas multiple times. Pump
stations are cleaned regularly. Commissioner Aleman mentioned the City's Anti-Litter campaign.
The meeting was adjourned at 12:55 p.m.
We are committed to providing excellent public semce and safety to all who live,work,and play in our vibrant,tropical,historic community.
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MEETING MINUTES •
February 16, 2016 m 12:00 a.m.
A meeting of the Mayor's Blue Ribbon Panel on Sea Level Rise was held Tuesday, February 16, 2016, 11:00 a.m.
in the City Manager's Large Conference Room, 4th floor, Miami Beach City Hall.
Panel Members Present: Scott Robins, Chair, Wyn Bradley, Michael De Filippi
Commissioners Present: Commissioner Joy Malakoff and Commissioner John Elizabeth Aleman
The meeting was called to order by Scott Robins, Chair. It was m/s/p to accept the minutes as submitted from the
meeting held 1/26/16. Scott stated that the purpose of the Panel is to set direction for the current year to combat
sea level rise in the City of Miami Beach. He stressed that we must keep the pumping program moving forward
and as a priority, build resiliency into our City systems.
Update — Public Works Department and CIP
David Martinez, CIP Director gave an update for projects on Lower North Bay Road, Sunset Islands 3&4, Palm &
Hibiscus Islands, Venetian Islands and Central Bayshore South. Dr. Bruce Mowry, City Engineer updated the
Panel on current and planned projects-in Sunset Harbour, Purdy Avenue, West Avenue (Phases 1 and 2),
Flamingo Park, La Gorce Neighborhood, Middle North Bay Road, Lower North Bay Road, Dade Boulevard, Indian
Creek (26 — 41 Streets), Washington Avenue at 19th Street, 54" Sewer Main Project, Convention Center Pumps
and North Shore.
Consultant Recommendations - AECOM
Marcia Tobin reported that AECOM has met with all relevant City departments to gather information that addresses
sea level rise challenges prior to recommending changes in front of City boards and Commission. Marcia
recognized the important role of newly hired Assistant City Manager Susie Torriente in working with City
departments to build resiliency into their programs. She then reviewed material from the report Enhancing
Resiliency; Sea Level Rise Adaptation Strategies, Proposed Code Modifications; Resilience Program; 1).
Overview, 2). Code Modification Process, 3)Code Modifications: Group 2 and 4) Next Steps.
In the Code modification process, so far four issues have gone to the Land Use and Development Committee.
They include 1) Freeboard, 2) Single Family Residential Pervious Open Space, 3) City of Miami Beach Design
Storm 4), a)Stormwater Management Quantity and b)Stormwater Management Quality.
The next steps for AECOM include; 1) Code Modifications , Sustainability and Planning, 2) Code Modifications,
Parking, 3)Risk and Vulnerability Assessment 4)Green Infrastructure Guidelines.
There was discussion regarding private property owners need to retain runoff on their own properties and the
possibility of imposing fees if they choose to connect to City public runoff systems unless a hardship can be
proven. Commissioner Malakoff said that the major City golf courses should help the City with runoff. At this point
the opposite is true. Michael Di Filippi offered that there should be incentives for retaining water on private
property.
Discussion of Building Height and Floor to Area Ratio (FAR)
The Panel will be considering what exemptions of FAR to recommend to improve resiliency and prevent flooding.
After discussion, it was decided to cancel the meeting that had been scheduled for March 2, 2016. The next
meeting will be held.March 15, 11 a.m. in the City Manager's Large Conference Room. The meeting was
adjourned at 2:00 p.m.
We are committed to providing excellent public service and safety to all who five,work,and ploy in our vibrant,tropical,historic community.
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EETDNG MINUTES
March 15, 2016 o 11 :00 a.m.
A meeting of the Mayor's Blue Ribbon Panel on Sea Level Rise was held Tuesday, March 15, 2016, 11:00 a.m. in
the City Manager's Large Conference Room, 4th floor, Miami Beach City Hall.
Panel Members Present: Scott Robins, Chair,Wyn Bradley, Michael De Filippi
Commissioners Present: Commissioner Joy Malakoff
The meeting was called to order by Scott Robins, Chair. It was m/s/p to accept the minutes as submitted from the
meeting held 2/16/16. Scott began the meeting by reviewing the Mission Statement and purpose of the Panel.
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Project Review— CIP and Public Works Department
David Martinez, CIP Director gave an update for projects on Lower North Bay Road, Sunset Islands 3 &4, Palm &
Hibiscus Islands, Venetian Islands and Central Bayshore South. Dr. Bruce Mowry, City Engineer explained the
partnership that will be formed between the City and FDOT to address flooding issues on Indian Creek from 26 to
41 Street. The City is negotiating with consultants and contractors to implement an improvement project. The goal
is to have some protection in time for the Fall King Tides. The full project will need one year for completion.
Elizabeth Wheaton, Environmental Dept. Director, shared concerns that she has received regarding mangroves
and the need to maintain a living shoreline and as much greenery as possible. The Panel is looking for a
Commission directive. Commissioner Malakoff will lead the process. Bruce reported that FDOT is exploring
sidewalks and bike lanes. Bruce described the next phases of West Avenue Improvements north and south of 14
Street, Sunset Harbour, West Avenue bridge negotiations, Mt. Sinai, Alton Road and upcoming FDOT projects.
Commissioner Malakoff is concerned that there will be dangerous flooding if the installation of pumps for the Mt.
Sinai area prior to Fall tides is not prioritized. Highest Spring tides are predicted to be April 9&10. Roy Coley,
Public Works Operations Division Director, reported that streets have been relatively dry with only some limited
assistance from temporary pumps.
AECOM
Susanne Torriente, Assistant City Manager, reviewed the internal regulatory process through which AECOM Code
modification recommendations will be processed. She presented the Southeast Florida Regional Climate Change
Compact Unified Sea Level Projections for planning purposes data.
It was m/s/p to adopt the AECOM planning recommendations from the report Enhancing Resiliency; Sea Level
Rise Adaptation Strategies, Proposed Code Modifications; Resilience Program; to include 1) Floor Elevation and
Floodplain Management, 2) Stormwater Infiltration, 3) Level of Service 4) Adaptation Action Areas and to proceed
to amend the City's Comprehensive Plan.
Marcia Tobin and Jason Bird, AECOM presented recommendations from the Enhancing Resiliency Report for the
next section that addresses Code Modifications: Group 2 Questions; 1) Freeboard 2) Pervious Paving. At the next
meeting they will report on Group 4: Next Steps.
Planning for Sea Level Rise
Michael Belush, Planning Department, introduced the topic of Zoning Issues Resulting from FEMA Rules; Flood
Resistant Construction Elevation. Scott requested that the topic be the primary discussion at a future meeting so
that consideration can be given to making recommendations that would then be processed through the City system
for adoption.
Walter Meyer. Professor, Parsons, the New School
Mr. Meyer spoke on Green Infrastructure. He talked about the difference between sustainability and resiliency,
change and balance. He mentioned oyster walls, living sea walls, constructed wet lands, sand motors, bio shields,
migration of dunes, root dunes and different types of water.
The next meeting will be held March 29, 11 a.m., City Manager's Large Conference Room. The meeting was
adjourned at 1:45 p.m.
We ore committed to providing excellent public service and safety to oll who live,work,and ploy in our vibrant, tropical,historic community.
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Mayor's [lue Ribbon Panel on Sea LeveD Rise
MEETING MINUTES a Draft
f n arch 29, 2016 m 11 :00 a.m.
A meeting of the Mayor's Blue Ribbon Panel on Sea Level Rise was held Tuesday, March 29, 2016, 11:00
a.m. in the City Manager's Large Conference Room, 4th floor, Miami Beach City Hall.
Panel Members Present: Scott Robins, Chair, Michael De Filippi Absent: Wyn Bradley
Commissioners Present: Joy Malakoff, John Elizabeth Aleman
The meeting was called to order by Scott Robins, Chair. It was m/s/p to accept the minutes as submitted
from the meeting held 3/15/16.
Project Review — CIP and Public Works Department
David Martinez, CIP Director, gave an update for projects on Lower North Bay Road, Sunset Islands 3 & 4,
Palm & Hibiscus Islands, Venetian Islands and Central Bayshore South. Eric Carpenter, Assistant City
Manager explained that the Public Works Department takes the lead on design and engineering of projects in
the right of way and CIP takes the lead on construction. Bruce Mowry, City Engineer provided information for
the upcoming West Avenue Projects, West Avenue Bridge, Washington Avenue and Collins Avenue pump
stations (near the Convention Center Project), 63 Street Water Main Project and the 54" Force Main Project.
The West Avenue Bridge Project will be on the April 13 Commission Agenda. Negotiations with the bidder
are still underway to lower the initial price. Construction will last 210 days and the project is anticipated to
begin June 2016. In response to a question raised by Commissioner Aleman, it was stated that Orchard Park
and Nautilus drainage improvements will be implemented 2017-2018. Commissioner Malakoff raised
concerns about traffic through the 63 Street work zone. The City's Transportation Department is reviewing
traffic patterns and the Maintenance of Traffic Plan (MOT)to see if any changes can be made.
Indian Creek — The City and the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) are continuing discussions
as they work out details before finalizing an agreement to undertake the joint Indian Creek Drive Flooding
Mitigation Project. The design is being developed and a contractor will be identified. There will be outreach
to private property owners to ask them to turn over land on the west side of the street to be incorporate into
the design. The goal is to have this completed before breaking ground on the project. The height of a new
seawall, landscaping and living seawall was discussed. A Public Meeting will .be held in April to inform the
community of the proposed project.
Green Infrastructure— Elizabeth Wheaton, Environmental Department Director, reviewed the information
that had been quickly presented to the Panel by Walter Meyer at the Panel meeting held March15, 2016.
Betsy stressed the importance of establishing a healthy reef system that can grow in size and further protect
the community. DERM, the State and potentially other regulatory agencies are required to permit plans that
would be considered for implementation. She further described models from other seaside communities that
have created green corridors to be self-sufficient neighborhoods. Susy Torriente, Assistant City Manager
spoke of developing creative systems that would be compatible to the pump program being installed
throughout Miami Beach. There is a desire to build sustainable neighborhoods with energy grids that provide
electricity and connect to regular power systems for redundancy. Energy, drinking water, waste water
treatment, irrigation systems are part of the overall program that can function in in a defined neighborhood.
The City's North Beach Neighborhood may be a good fit for a pilot program. Bruce has held discussions with
North Beach Planners. Roy Coley, Public Works Infra Structure Director, spoke of salinity checks taken
routinely by the city to track salt water intrusion into City irrigation systems. Betsy explained dune crests,
plant species, how to regrade for more robust systems and the goal to continue to grow the dunes. Eric
pointed out that the dunes are our best defense from storm surge. Susy announced that the City has
submitted an application to the Rockefeller Foundation to participate in the 100 Resilient Cities program.
The next meeting will be held April 19, 11 a.m., City Manager's Large Conference Room. The meeting was
adjourned at 12:40 p.m.
We are committed to providing excellent public service and safety to oll who live,work,and ploy in our vibrant,tropical,historic community.
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Mayor's Blue Ribb• n Panel on Sea Level Rise
MEETING MINUTES - Draft
April 10, 2010 - 11 :00 a.m.
A meeting of the Mayor's Blue Ribbon Panel on Sea Level Rise was held Tuesday, April 19, 2016, 11:00 a.m.
in the City Manager's Large Conference Room, 4h floor, Miami Beach City Hall.
Panel Members Present: Scott Robins, Chair, Michael De Filippi,Wyn Bradley
Commissioners Present: Joy Malakoff, John Elizabeth Aleman
The meeting was called to order by Scott Robins, Chair. It was m/s/p to accept the minutes as submitted
from the meeting held 3/29/16.
Project Review— COP and Public Works Department
David Martinez, CIP Director, gave an update for projects on Lower North Bay Road, Sunset Islands 3 & 4,
Palm & Hibiscus Islands, Venetian Islands and Central Bayshore South. Dr. Bruce Mowry, City Engineer
distributed an update and reviewed projects including Sunset Neighborhood Improvements, West Avenue,
Indian Creek Drive Storm Water Modifications between 26-41 Streets, Mid North Bay Road Drainage System,
48 Street Improvements, Washington Avenue Drainage, 19 Street Drainage Pump Station (Convention
Center)Flamingo Park Neighborhood and Groundwater Investigation Project.
Planning for Sea Level Rise — Tom Mooney, Planning Director, Alejandro Garavito and Laura Camayo,
Planning staff, presented case studies on developing guidelines for the adaptation of buildings to sea level
rise. They used West Avenue as a study area as it is not in an historic district therefore it has more flexibility.
Tom discussed the challenges of adapting buildings from different time periods. He discussed zoning issues
resulting from FEMA rules and provided a draft case study table showing how Codes could be modified to
drive a new type of building type. The case studies were intended only for new construction not for retrofitting
historic buildings. Historic and non-historic building retrofits would have to be looked at on a case-by-case
basis due to variability of materials in construction and relationship between the buildings and the street.
Historic buildings will be studied separate from new construction. Cost and risk associated with moving
historic buildings was discussed. The Panel had conversation on removing or making parking requirements
more flexible and cars versus alternative transportation. Scott Robins said that he would like to complete the
visioning process and see the recommended Code amendments and parking suggestions. Single family
homes will be discusses with a similar presentation in the future.
Historic Preservation and Sea Level Rise —Susanne Torriente, Assistant City Manager, shared that
staff attended a conference in Rhode Island focusing on Historic Properties and Sea Level Rise. She spoke
of a partnership with the University of Miami School Of Architecture to develop design guidelines, reaching
out to the Department of Labor and FEMA guidelines.
Pump Station Design Options — Eric Carpenter, Public Works Director and Dr. Mowry presented
various pump station options designed by William Lane, Architect and Pininfarina of America Corp.
Designers. The consultants worked independently on designs to be applied to both existing and new pumps.
Design concepts will need to go to the Design Review Board (DRB). The intention is to get three concepts
approved for different types in different areas. The Panel m/s/p to defer to the DRB for final decision. Public
Works will meet with the Planning Department to narrow down options. Pump station designs in historic
areas would require individual approval from the Historic Preservation Board (HPB). Wyn Bradley suggested
that designs be developed for manhole covers.
Bruce asked that the green infrastructure component of the Indian Creek project be discussed May 17.
The next meeting will be held May 17, 11 a.m., City Manager's Large Conference Room.
The meeting was adjourned at 1:00 p.m.
We are committed to providing excellent public service and safety to oil who live,work,and ploy in our vibrant,tropical, historic community.
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.layor's [ 9ue Ribbon Panel on Sea Level Rise
EETDNG MINUTES - Draft
May 17, 2016 o 11 :00 a.m.
A meeting of the Mayor's Blue Ribbon Panel on Sea Level Rise was held Tuesday, May 17, 2016, 11:00 a.m.
in the City Manager's Large Conference Room, 4`h floor, Miami Beach City Hall.
Panel Members Present: Scott Robins, Chair, Michael De Filippi,Wyn Bradley
Commissioners Present: Joy Malakoff, John Elizabeth Aleman
The meeting was called to order by Scott Robins, Chair. It was m/s/p to accept the minutes as submitted
from the meeting held 4/19/16.
Project Review — CIP and Public Works Department - Eric Carpenter, Assistant City Manager /
Public Works Director, distributed and reviewed an update of CIP projects on Lower North Bay Road, Sunset
Islands 3&4, Palm & Hibiscus Islands, Venetian Islands and Central Bayshore South. Dr. Bruce Mowry, City
Engineer reviewed projects including Sunset Neighborhood Improvements with pump station change orders,
West Avenue Improvements (ongoing and upcoming), West Avenue Bridge and Pedestrian Walkway
construction, Mt. Sinai Pump Station, 19 Street Drainage Pump Station (Convention Center) and the
upcoming Emergency Indian Creek Drive Storm Water Modifications between 26-41 Streets to be a joint
project of FDOT and the City. There was discussion led by Elizabeth Wheaton, Environmental Department
Director, on existing mangroves and future living shorelines to create a natural appearance along the west
side of Indian Creek Drive.
Stormwater/Public Works Manual Update — Tom Mc Gowan, AECOM and Eric Carpenter explained
that the City of Miami Beach Stormwater Master Plan was last updated in 2012. Changes in design will set
out what the infrastructure of Miami Beach will look like over the next five years. Public Works will adopt new
roadway elevations. Some Code changes have already been adopted by the Commission and others will be
going to the Commission for approval. Susy Torriente, Assistant City Manager/Chief Resiliency Officer stated
that Historic Preservation matters will be included. Marcia Tobin, AECOM gave a presentation on the
document Enhancing Resiliency: Sea Level Adaptation Strategies, Proposed Code Modifications, Group 4,
Parking and Community Rating System (CRS) Review. Specific parking issues focused on drainage and
maintenance, temporary lots, provisional lots and off-street loading. The CRS Review is scheduled for 2017.
The goal is to have Miami Beach go from a Class 6 to a Class 5 category in the National Flood Insurance
Program which will benefit Miami Beach property owners. Jason Bird continued the presentation focusing on
Green Infrastructure; Incorporating holistic water resource balancing, integrated management and hydrologic
cycles to maximize ecological benefits. Several examples of incorporating green infrastructure emphasizing
aesthetics and function were shown. Locations for projects will be identified. Meetings will be held with
various City departments. The next step to be undertaken by AECOM will be Risk and Vulnerability
Assessment. Bruce Mowry brought up ground water issues and the impending importance of collecting data.
He announced that National Geographic wants to do a follow up article on Sea Level Rise in Miami Beach
showing what we are doing and where we are going.
Mayor's Blue Ribbon Panel on Sea Level Rise; Review of the Blue Ribbon Panel Work
Plan—Susy Torriente,Assistant City Manager, distributed for discussion a Draft Work Plan that includes key
phases, milestones and deliverables for 1.) Current amendments (Legislative process), 2.) Priority Initiatives
(what is actively being worked on now), 3.) Visioning (future topics to explore). Scott Robins requested that
dates be built into the document. Commissioner Aleman mentioned that relevant items will be discussed at
the next Land Use meeting.
The next Panel meeting will be held Tuesday, May 31, 11 a.m., City Manager's Large Conference Room. An
additional meeting will be scheduled for July 19. The meeting was adjourned at 12:30 p.m.
We ore committed to providing excellent public service and safety to oil who live,work,and ploy in cur vibrant,tropical,hisroric community.
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ayoes E Oue Ribbon Pan& on Sea Leval Rise
MEETING MINUTES - Draft
may 31, 2016 a 11 :00 a.m.
A meeting of the Mayor's Blue Ribbon Panel on Sea Level Rise was held Tuesday, May 31, 2016, 11:00 a.m.
in the City Manager's Large Conference Room,4`h floor, Miami Beach City Hall.
Panel Members Present: Scott Robins, Chair, Michael De Filippi,Wyn Bradley
The meeting was called to order by Scott Robins, Chair. It was m/s/p to accept the minutes as submitted
from the meeting held 5/17/16.
Project Review — CIP and Public Works Department — Humberto Cabanas, CIP, distributed and
reviewed an update of projects on Lower North Bay Road, Sunset Islands 3 & 4, Palm & Hibiscus Islands,
Venetian Islands and Central Bayshore South. There was discussion for the need of back up pumps as we
get into the higher tide months. Roy Coley, Public Works Operations will handle. Dr. Bruce Mowry, City
Engineer reviewed projects. He reported that West Avenue pumps and drainage will be in place by the end of
July. Alton Road full drainage is in place now. Sunset Harbour paving, drainage and raising of the streets
continues. Bruce reported that several other projects are in various phases of procurement including the
pump being discussed for Mt. Sinai, 48 Street Miami Heart, Convention Center Pump Station and Washington
Avenue Pump Station. The Indian Creek Drive Storm Water Modifications from 26-41 Streets will be a joint
project of FDOT and the City. The agreement between the City and FDOT was reviewed and recommended
changes have been passed onto the City Attorney. Michael Di Fillipi suggested that base line information
should be gathered before pumps are installed to better track water quality status for Indian Creek and Collins
Canal. Elizabeth Wheaton, Environmental Department Director stated that there are water quality reports
from DERM that are currently available going back to 2007. She also spoke about the importance of water
quality improvements. Bruce said that living sea walls will be part of the Indian Creek Project and that we
have the support of regulatory agencies to implement them. Scott Robins, Chair, talked about the anticipated
super tide anticipated to be on November 14 that is based on the alignment of the Earth, sun and moon. The
moon will be closest to the earth since 1948. This is a normal cycle with the moon not related to sea level
rise but its effects on top of sea level rise may potentially be felt.
Stormwater/Public Works Manual Update — Camille Tharpe, GSG consultant to AECOM, made a
presentation to the Panel on Equivalent Residential Units (ERU). To change the current City program that
measures water use, ordinance modifications need to go to City Commission for two readings and a public
hearing. Modifications would include updating impervious area information, updating the ERU value, creating
residential, condominium and general rate classes and developing tiers for residential categories. It was
m/s/p to recommend Scenario # 2: Single Family Tiers from the GSG/AECOM, City of Miami Beach
Stormwater Funding Presentation to the Mayor's Blue Ribbon Panel on Sea Level Rise presented to the
Panel on May 31, 2016; to look at the socio economic financial burden on smaller homes and to incentivize
the preservation of more permeable surfaces addressing the effects of Sea Level Rise including water
retention and water quality.
Mayor's Blue Ribbon Panel on Sea Level Rise; Review of the Blue Ribbon Panel Work
Plan — Susy Torriente, Assistant City Manager, announced that the.City of Miami Beach has the distinction
of being part of the first 100 Resilient Cities awarded by the Rockefeller Foundation. Susy distributed the
Draft Work Plan from last month that includes key phases, milestones and deliverables for 1.) Current
amendments (Legislative process), 2.) Priority Initiatives (what is actively being worked on now) and 3.)
Visioning (future topics to explore). As requested by Scott Robins at the last meeting, dates have been built
into the document. Discussion on the document will be at the next meeting.
The meeting was adjourned at 1:10 p.m. The next Panel meeting will be held Tuesday, July 19, 11 a.m., City
Manager's Large Conference Room.
We are committed to providing excellent public service and safety to alt who live, work,and play in our vibrant,tropical,historic community.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: Mayor's North Beach Master Plan Steering Committee
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CHAIRPERSON: Margueritte Ramos
CITY LIAISON: Jeffrey L. Oris, CEcD
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD: 9
ACTIVITY:
The Committee has met seven times to discuss various topics and issues to be addressed by the
North Beach Master Plan. These issues have been brought to the Committee by the City's
Master Planner. One of these meetings was to directly respond to a draft master plan presented
by the Master Planner.
The Committee hosted one community workshop to discuss neighborhood preservation issues.
This topic is a major concern for the master plan.
The Committee hosted one special meeting for the master planning firm to present the draft North
Beach Master Plan to the committee and the public.
The Committee members also played host to numerous aspects of the North Beach Master Plan
Design Charrette held over a one week period in February.
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The Committee will meet two or three more times over the summer to put final touches on the
Draft Master Plan and then will make a final recommendation to the Mayor and Commission as to
the sufficiency of the Final Draft of the Master Plan prepared by the consultants.
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ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
The Committee played host for the North Beach Master Plan Design Charrette in February. This
included members attending the opening hands-on, design session at the senior center,
numerous technical meeting of key North Beach issues, a walking tour, a bike tour, a seminar on
sea level rise and its effect on North Beach, and a wrap-up, public input workshop.
The Committee has also hosted two additional public workshops: one to discuss neighborhood
preservation issues, and a second to present to the public the Draft Master Plan.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: Miami Beach Marine &Waterfront Protection Authority
CHAIRPERSON: Captain Dan Kipnis
CITY LIAISON: Mercedes Carcasses
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD SINCE January 2016: 6
ACTIVITY:
Indian Creek Living Shoreline
Beach Renourishment
Waterway Cleanliness
Vagrancy, Homelessness, Safety Issues, Ocean Drive to Lincoln Rd.
Purdy Avenue Boat Ramp
Duck Tours
Use of Personal Floatation Devices
Beachfront Management Plan
Beach Concessionaire Plan
Beach Public Safety
ING Race on MacArthur Causeway
Barry University Rowing Team
Water Taxi
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Water Quality Monitoring
Seawall Design
Miami Beach Gondola
Sea Level Rise Updates
Miami Heart Institute Demolition Debris
Florida Seagrant Water Sampling Project
Kite Surfer Rules & Regulations
Miami Watersports Center
Turkey Point Power Plant Cooling Canal Outflow and Pollution
Blueways Master Plan
Beach Water Channel Operators
Service Dogs on the Beach
Mount Sinai Living Seawall Design
Boardwalk Grilling and Vending During Special Events
Dock Master Purdy Boat Ramp
Boat Show Styrofoam Float Use
Kitesurfing Rules
Emergency Dockage Barge Facility
JCC Kayak & Paddleboard Operations
Mechanical Sand Cleaning Devices
Waterway Traffic Design for Indian Creek
Biscayne Bay Water Quality/Sunset Islands 3-4 Siltation
Field Beach Monitor
Floatopia
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ACTIONS
Approved Davidson Charters LLC Rip Boat Tour
Resolution: Personal Floatation Devices
LTC: Waterborne Transportation Concession Service
LTC: Maurice Gibb Boat Ramp
Approved: Miami Beach Gondolas
Approved: Skybandits Intl. Inc.
Approved: SwimGym LLC Aplication
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FUTURE ACTIVITIES
Permit and licensing application review as requested.
Review and authorization of any appropriate water use related issues for the City of
Miami Beach
Coordinate siting and infrastructure for water taxis
Continue with plans for a possible marina at Purdy ramp
Help facilitate a Blue Plan for Miami Beach
Review water sampling from ongoing storm water pumping
Continue to establish a navigable channel north of Julia Tuttle Causeway
Continue efforts for designated launching sites for non-powered water craft at Purdy
Boat Ramp
Emergency Barge Dock Infrastructure
Continue efforts to establish living sea walls at Mount Saini and other City seawalls.
Continue efforts for designated launching sites for non-powered water craft at new
City seawalls.
Monitor beach re-nourishment projects
ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
As always the Authority remains ready to review and recommend marine related
businesses seeking permits to operate on Miami Beach. Additionally, with the
merging of the Waterfront Protection Committee and the Marine Board, the new
committee has a widely expanded role in Miami Beach's water and beach issues.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
Human Rights Committee
CHAIRPERSON:
Alan Fishman
CITY LIAISONS:
Erick Chiroles
Cilia Maria Ruiz-Paz
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD SINCE January 1, 2016: 6
ACTIVITIES:
Met with Miami Beach Code Compliance, Finance & Communications departments to
discuss the dissemination of the "Discrimination is Illegal' Poster and Public Service
Announcement. Continued efforts to ensure posting requirements for the Anti-
Discrimination Ordinance are being followed city-wide.
Met with representatives from the Miami Beach Police Department (MBPD) to
discuss the following issues:
• The acquisition of officers specializing in human trafficking
• The use of license plate readers during large events
• PALs involvement in schools regarding anti-bullying efforts
• Internal Affairs' excessive use of force reporting procedures
Researched and discussed Human Rights ordinances and laws in San Francisco,
Portland, Seattle, Minneapolis, New York, New Orleans, Austin, Las Vegas, Denver,
Los Angeles, Boston, Chicago and France.
Met with the City Attorney's Office regarding an expansion of the Human Rights
Ordinance to include new protected classes.
Met with representatives from the Yes Institute regarding restroom usage based upon
gender identity.
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ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
Held a human trafficking event at the Colony Theater to raise community awareness
of the issue.
Passed the following Resolutions:
RESOLUTION 1:
to recommend that the Miami Beach Mayor and City Commission amend the
Miami Beach Human Rights Ordinance (Ordinance No. 2010-3669) to include
the words "actual or perceived" within its opening paragraph; and to modify the
protected classes status within the ordinance to include the
following categories: ancestry, height, weight, domestic partner status, trade
union membership, health, familial situation, and political affiliation.
RESOLUTION 2:
to encourage the Miami Beach Mayor and City Commission to expand the
recent ban-the-box ordinance on employment applications for city employees
and contractors to city-wide implementation.
RESOLUTION 3:
to support the City Commission's position to continue acquiring rental
properties to provide affordable housing on Miami Beach.
RESOLUTION 4:
to encourage the City of Miami Beach Mayor and Commission to:
•create a public education campaign for the community regarding gender
identity issues;
•enact legislation requiring any single-use restroom be gender neutral
and labeled as such;
sencourage voluntary adoption of the "safe space" policy based upon
gender identity and restroom usage; and
•create an application and/or website to identify where gender neutral
bathrooms and "safe space" restrooms are located.
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FUTURE ACTIVIES:
Continue discussion regarding local health institutions' policies towards issues
surrounding human trafficking.
Continue community education efforts to explain and promote the human rights
violations claim process and the city wide use of flyers and public service
announcements.
Continue discussions with the MBPD regarding progress in tackling and significantly
reducing human trafficking in Miami Beach.
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Miami Beach Health Facilities Authority
BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
CHAIRPERSON: Arthur Unger
CITY LIAISON: Juan Rodriguez
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD SINCE January 1, 2016: NONE
ACTIVITIES:
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ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
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FUTURE ACTIVIES:
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: Miami Beach Sister Cities Committee
CHAIRPERSON: George Neary
CITY LIAISON: Danila Bonini and Tathiane Trofino
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD: Five Meetings
ACTIVITY: The Committee met as follows:
January 28th Meeting
February No Meeting
March 2th Meeting
April 6th Meeting
May 4th Meeting
June 1st Meeting
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FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
Sister Cities International Annual Conference in D.C. July 13th — 16th
Re-establishing relationships with all of our current sister cities.
Engaging the Public Works Department for new signage for the Sister Cities signs and update the
friendship garden.
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ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
Awaiting response from Salamanca, but all contact was made beforehand.
The Committee connected with our local elementary schools to participate in Japan Day — an art
contest that was showcased at the Miami Beach Botanical Gardens and in Fujisawa. The
committee received 157 entries.
Japan Consulate Day Event — Commissioner Malakoff represented the City of Miami Beach, and
a presentation was prepared for the occasion.
Sister Cities International Annual Conference was hosted in the City of Miami Beach. Our Chair,
George Neary, set up an open bus tour and Mayor Philip Levine attended the last meeting and
gave the opening remarks.
A delegation headed by Mayor Philip Levine, Commissioner Joy Malakoff, Commissioner Arriola,
Chair George Neary, and Fujisawa delegate Harvey Burstein visited Fujisawa, Japan, our oldest
sister city.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: Normandy Shores Gov. Neighborhood Improvement
CHAIRPERSON: N/A
CITY LIAISON: Cintya Ramos
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD SINCE January 1, 2016—June 30, 2016: Total= 1
ACTIVITIES:
There were no meetings held in January 2016 through May 2016
06/27/2016 Meeting Agenda:
• Review Proposed FY17Operating Budget and Ad Valorem Millage Rate for the
Normandy Shores Local Government Neighborhood Improvement Taxing District,
• FY17 Preliminary Taxable Values.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
• The FY17 budget remains the same amount as the FY16 ($226,000).
• The Board agreed to keep as reserves 20,000 in the budget for AAA repairs.
• The Millage rate Preliminary Property Assessment values as of June ls` 2016 is
174,000,000 which is a 13.6% increase over the 2015 values and the roll back rate is
.8806.
FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
• Set Meeting for early August.
• Security Guards update and the financial impact due to the new contract.
• Guard House update.
• Set FY17 Millage.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: Parks and Recreational Facilities Advisory Board
CHAIRPERSON: Carolina Jones
CITY LIAISON: Cynthia Casanova
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD: 6
(January 6, 2016, February 3, 2016, March 2, 2016, April 4,
2016, May 4, 2016 and May 25, 2016)
ACTIVITY:
The Parks and Recreational Facilities Board addressed several different issues and areas of
concern during the past six months:
• New Playground at Scott Rakow Youth Center
• New Fire Station, which is proposed to be located at Flamingo Park
• North Shore Park Tennis Restroom Renovation
• Competition Pool Study
• Updates from Miami Beach Tennis Management
• North Beach Master Plan
• Programming Options for a particular area at Flamingo Park
• Muss Park Pavilion
• 11th Street Sidewalk Along Flamingo Park Widening Project
• Skate Park Options
• Opening a Facebook Account for the Parks and Recreational Facilities Advisory Board
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FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
The Parks and Recreational Facilities Advisory Board will continue to discuss the following topics:
• Skate Park Options
• Opening a Facebook Account for the Parks and Recreational Facilities Advisory Board
• North Beach Master Plan
• Competition Pool Study
• New Fire Station, which is proposed to be located at Flamingo Park
The Board will also be involved in providing their input in future park plans as well as setting
expectations and areas of interests to focus on in the future.
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ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
The following list are motions that the Parks and Recreational Facilities Advisory Board made in the past 6
months based on their activity:
• Flamingo Park is the City's primary recreational park, particularly in the southern part of Miami
Beach and that the land encompassing Flamingo Park is already limited and valuable for the
recreational use of our residents. Accordingly we do not think any portion of the park, particularly
the options of using the parking lot at 11th Street, or the parking lot by the baseball field should be
used for the Fire House relocation.
• The Parks and Recreational Facilities Advisory Board has reviewed the Fire House 1 proposed
location options that were presented and it is the board's opinion that option 1 is the best option for
the City, the Fire Department and the Parks and Recreation Department.
• After giving careful consideration of the needs of the residents of Miami Beach for municipal
swimming pool with a primary focus on competitive swimming and water polo (Diving could be
considered in the design as a third option, if feasible), and on the different options, between a 25yd
x 25m pool (Community Based Pool) vs 25yd x 50m pool (Regional Pool: Olympic-size), it is the
recommendation of the Parks and Recreational Facilities Advisory Board that the Commission
approve, at a minimum, a 25yd x 50m pool (Regional Pool: Olympic-size). In terms of location, we
strongly recommend that the City look at the West Lots as an ideal site; considering the fact that
the property may be developed for other recreational use, with a second choice being the Par 3
and a third choice being at Flamingo Park.
• The Parks and Recreational Facilities Advisory Board is aware of certain resident's concerns about
loss of access to the park; however, the fact is that Muss Park has always been used for after-
school and summer camp programming and accordingly, the renovation will not in any respect
change the resident's use or access to the facility, relative to how the park has historically been
operated. For that reason we recommend that the City proceed with the current reconstruction
design; preferably, design option "B" over option "A" and do not believe that design option "C" is
reasonable, appropriate, or in the best interest of the City of Miami Beach. Further, we are also
aware that the DRB raised concerns with construction of the new Muss Park Pavilion until the
seawall is dealt with. We have been assured that from a structural engineering standpoint, the
seawall as it currently stands will not affect the integrity of the new renovation and therefore we do
not believe that should be a basis to hold up proceeding with the reconstruction.
• The City Commission has asked the Parks and Recreational Facilities Advisory Board to look at
different options for a particular area in Flamingo Park and after careful consideration, our
recommendations are (in order of preference) batting cages, mini golf, soccer, mini garden, and a
roller rink.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: PLANNING BOARD
CHAIRPERSON: BRIAN ELIAS
CITY LIAISON: - MICHAEL BELUSH—Planning & Zoning Manager
DATE OF REPORT: January through June 2016
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD DURING THIS REPORTING PERIOD: 6
MEETING AGENDA Presentation/ Deferred/ PRELIM NO ACTION/
DATE ITEMS APPROVED DENIED DISCUSSED CONTINUED REVIEWS WITHDRAWN
Jan 26 20 7 1 I 1 1
Feb 23 10 4 3 1 2
March 22 10 3 2 5
April19 16 7 1 2 6
May 24 12 5 1 6
Jun 28 26 14 2 9 1
Totals 94 40 1 21 28 4
Note: Some totals may not match due to some items being removed from the Agenda at the last minute.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: Police Citizen Relations Committee
CHAIRPERSON: Richard Hull
CITY LIAISON: Chief Daniel J. Oates
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD: 6
ACTIVITY: 2016 Police Citizen Relations Committee meetings were held on January 19,
February, 16, March 15, April 19, May 17, and June 21. Please see below:
Minutes of January 19, 2016 meeting:
Members present: Claire Warren Adam Kravitz
Jack Benveniste Michael Perlmutter
Richard Hull Monica Fluke
Daniel Aronson Steven Oppenheimer
Walter Lucero Meryl Wolfson
Nelson Gonzalez
Presentation by Chief Oates on where the MBPD is headed in 2016. The following issues were
discussed:
• Twice-monthly Crime strategy meetings (CSM) with the creation of a data warehouse to
assist in crime analysis
• Expansion of Body Worn Camera (BWC) program, new Department policy
• New hiring standards, including college degree requirement and new program for basic,
non-certified recruits
• New Park Ranger program (Sgt. Torres detailed to Parks Department)
• Change in off-duty policy
• Traffic Initiatives
• Expansion of MBPD street cameras and fixed LPRs
• IACP-Egypt partnership on sexual assault investigations training
• MBPD Lobby as Safe Haven Trade Zone
• 80 new AEDs assigned to Patrol
• Addition of 7 sworn positions (5 new motor positions, 1 detective to SAO for Human
Trafficking Unit and 1 officer for the training unit)
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Minutes of the February 16 2016 meeting:
Members present: Michael Perlmutter Claire Warren
Richard Hull Faye Goldin
Sid Goldin Daniel Aronson
Steven Oppenheimer Monica Fluke
Pamela Brumer Bruce Reich
Meryl Wolfson Adam Kravitz
Jack Benveniste Major Rick Clements
Presentation by Major Rick Clements on the changes in the MBPD's Use of Force policy:
• Use of Force de-escalation techniques and policy
• Additional training with emphasis on time and distance principles
• Considering introduction of shields and less-lethal weaponry
• Discussion of Scotland model / PERF initiative
Minutes of the March 15, 2016 meeting:
Members present: Michael Perlmutter Claire Warren
Richard Hull Faye Goldin
Sid Goldin Daniel Aronson
Steven Oppenheimer Monica Fluke
Pamela Brumer Bruce Reich
Meryl Wolfson Adam Kravitz
Jack Benveniste FOP Robert Jenkins
Presentation by Captain Ian Robinson on the MBPD and City's efforts with the homeless:
• City's Homeless Outreach Team works collaboratively with the MBPD to provide an
integrated response structure
• City & Police use data tracking to hold people accountable to their circumstances and
empower police to differentiate between those who are homeless by circumstance and
those who are homeless by choice
• City offers care coordination which tailors action plans to the individual and pushes them
away from continuum of care and towards community norms
• Homeless Solutions meeting to coordinate between City & MBPD
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Minutes of the April 19, 2016 meeting:
Members present: Richard Streim Michael Perlmutter
Jack Benveniste Leslie Coller
Claire Warren Pamela Brumer
Monica Fluke Daniel Aronson
Steven Oppenheimer Richard Hull
Bruce Reich Lea Reich
Meryl Wolfson
Presentation by Lieutenant Toby Rabelo on the MBPD and City's efforts with Spring Break:
• Enhanced MBPD staffing — modified alpha/bravo
• Code Compliance enforcement of alcohol-related ordinances
• Additional Parking Department personnel
• Goodwill Ambassadors
• Sky-Watch Towers
• Additional Sanitation and Parks & Recreation personnel on duty
• Large crowds cleared from the beach at sundown
• Ocean Drive Road closures at peak weekend periods
Discussion of the Floatopia event:
• Enhanced police, ocean rescue, sanitation, parking staffing
• Much higher than expected turnout
• Police held over afternoon shift and brought in midnight shift early
• Heavy rain at the end of the day caused mass exodus from the beach with significant
amounts of trash left behind
• Traffic accident on the Macarthur Causeway contributed to south of 5th street gridlock
Minutes of the May 17, 2016 meeting:
Members present: Bruce Reich Lea Reich
Danny Aronson Claire Warren
Michael Perlmutter Monica Fluke
Adam Kravitz Jack Benveniste
Richard Streim Steven Oppenheimer
Faye Goldin Sidney Goldin
Meryl Wolfson Pamela Brumer
Richard Hull
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Presentation by Major Causey regarding the 2016 Memorial Day Weekend Plan:
The Police Department will have enhanced staffing through MDW in the geographic areas of the City as
well as in the Entertainment District with posts assigned on Collins Ave, Ocean Drive, and Washington
Ave. They will also have the Rapid Response Units deployed. In addition, there will be Motors, the
Strategic Investigations Unit, Criminal Investigations Unit, a Beach detail (similar to what was used during
spring break), Robbery Intervention Detail, Multi-Agency Gang Task Force (Countywide Task Force), CST,
and plain clothes officers on the street.
The traffic and crowd management plan developed for this MEP is designed to control the flow of vehicles
into and around the City. To assist the MBPD, mutual aid support is being provided by Miami-Dade Police,
Miami Police, FHP, Miami-Dade School Board Police, Village of Biscayne Park Police, Surfside Police, Bal
Harbor Police, Miami Gardens Police, Coral Gables Police, Miami Shores Police, and FIU Police. These
officers will be patrolling on foot, on bikes, on ATVs, and in marked vehicles.
To help proactively address issues as they occur, stationary and mobile cameras have been installed
throughout the City. In addition, 70 light towers, a minimum of twenty visual message boards, and two
watch towers are being deployed. The MBPD will also be using a light all-terrain vehicle which utilizes
infrared technology to detect heat signatures on the beach at night. These cameras are constantly
monitored and will help alert officers if trouble occurs before it escalates into a chaotic event.
The MBPD will also be using license plate readers on the causeways to scan for stolen vehicles or owners
with outstanding warrants. From Friday to Sunday, license plate readers that use multi-angle scanners to
record vehicle tags will be placed along the Julia Tuttle and MacArthur causeways to record almost every
car that comes into South Beach. DUI saturation patrols will be conducted throughout the weekend. The
City of Miami Police Department will be conducting a DUI checkpoint westbound on the MacArthur
causeway at Watson Island on Thursday night. As in previous years, Ocean Drive will be closed to
vehicular traffic and the traffic loop will be in effect between Collins and Washington Avenue.
Richard Hull was elected to be the committee chairman.
Minutes of the June 21, 2016 meeting:
Members present: Daniel Aronson Monica Fluke
Richard Hull Pamela Brumer
Steven Oppenheimer Faye Goldin
Suzan Speiser Bruce Reich
Jack Benveniste Meryl Wolfson
Robert Jenkins D/C Lauretta Hill
The Memorial Day Weekend Plan worked well. We have received considerable positive feedback
including many photos of citizens with police officers posted on various social media sites.
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The MBPD is planning a nightclub / hotel security symposium to address concerns raised by the mass
shooting in Orlando. This will include:
• Threat awareness as it relates to event planning.
• Contingency planning (The "what if" segment of the planning).
• Identifying suspicious activity and reporting it to the MBPD.
• Reporting suspicious activity as it relates to current and/or former employees.
• Conduct walkthroughs of all nightclubs with SWAT personnel and Area Captains.
The possibility of attending the committee meetings via telephone was discussed. No recommendation or
vote was made to implement this idea.
The planned discussion of the MBPD hurricane plan was postponed till the next meeting.
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FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
POLICE/CITIZENS RELATIONS COMMITTEE 2016 CALENDAR
January 19, 2016 May 17, 2016 September 20, 2016
February 16, 2016 June 21, 2016 October 18, 2016
March 15, 2016 July 19, 2016 November 15, 2016
April 19, 2016 NO AUGUST MEETING December 20, 2016
All of the above meetings will be held in the Community Room of the Miami Beach Police
Department at 6:00 p.m.
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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 community concerns to be brought to the attention of
the Chief of Police.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: Production Industry Council - PIC
CHAIRPERSON: Daniel Davidson
CITY LIAISON: Graham Winick
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD: 11 meetings / year. Second Tuesday of every month with
August/September combined.
ACTIVITY: To understanding, evaluate and advance the benefits of film, production and
entertainment as it relates to residents, business, tourism and overall commerce for the City of
Miami Beach.
Special areas of focus include, but are not limited to:
Understanding and promoting the importance of State & Local Film Incentives.
Helping to establish the strong link between a well-funded / politically supported film incentive
program and a robust Florida economy with growing tourism and enhancing the "Florida" brand.
Understanding the competitive nature of film incentives in other states (LA, CA, GA, NC, others).
Streamlining Film permitting process.
Understanding and proposing streamlined methods for the Building Department permimtting
process as it relates to production and temporary event sector.
To attend, observe and develop relationships with attendees of National Association of Television
Producers and Executives (NATPE) and other industry organizations.
Meet with local business leaders to understand their concerns and facilitate when possible
solutions to local challenges.
Liaise with the Office of Film and Entertainment — OFE, Dade Delegation and to provide support
when and where necessary to increase availability and access to film incentives.
Transitioned in three new members of to the Production Industry Council.
Created a PIC one sheet explaining what the committee represents and is meant to achieve, as a
means to help new members and better identify goals and outcomes.
Met and will continue to work with Miami Dade Film Office as the County looks to implement local
incentive program.
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FUTURE ACTIVITIES: •
Ongoing efforts in areas outlined above including new areas of focus as may be determined by
change in political climate as it relates to film incentives, permitting issues, or other challenges or
opportunities as may arise.
Visit the Viacom production studios and determine if there are opportunities to enhance the
overall level of production in Miami-Dade.
To identify other areas of economic and other support to incentivize both established and
emerging film and digital production in the State of Florida and more specifically Miami-Dade.
Work with City, VCA, CAC to identify ways to improve existing and potential opportunities for
incentivizing productions to Miami Beach.
Meet with local infrastructure elements (Viacom, We Work, Miami-Dade's MAGIC school, Hive,
Rokkr, etc) to understand developing content creation community.
Identify types of productions most in need of support (ie, indie film, digital media) and continue to
explore finance options through the digital/film finance subcommittee.
Support streamlining film and event guidelines.
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Better understand the impediments to film incentives and help posture this, and other
organizations, to reserve the dangerous trend of diminishing economic support of film and digital
production at the local, county, regional and state levels.
To apprise local political leadership on the importance of the streamlining processes for obtaining
permits when applicants are in compliance with local laws and ordinances.
Created a PIC one sheet explaining what the committee represents and is meant to achieve, as a
means to help new members and better identify goals and outcomes.
Provided legislative support to Film Florida and industry during Legislative session.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: Sustainability Committee
CHAIRPERSON: David Doebler
CITY LIAISON: Flavia Tonioli, Sustainability Manager
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD: 5
ACTIVITY:
To identify and promote policies and practices with the City of Miami Beach aimed at achieving a
sustainable environment, as well as to minimize negative impacts and maximize benefits to the
environment.
FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
Engage in issues that are relevant to the Sustainability Plan's program areas and support
enhancing the environmental sustainability of the City.
Support continued efforts to monitor and maintain the cleanliness of the City's waterways.
Identify opportunities for incorporating green infrastructure, reducing stormwater impacts, and
improving water quality Citywide.
Support the educational campaign for the polystyrene ban.
Identify opportunities for the anti-litter and polystyrene campaign.
Support a volunteer plastic bag campaign.
Support the development of a Sea Level Rise personal adaptation kit for residents.
Support improvements for the stormwater collection systems regarding its potential environmental
impacts, such as adding filtration of trash while not reducing the capacity of the pump station
system.
Support tree canopy as a priority within the City.
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Support the development of a Sustainability and Resiliency Program by advocating for the
allocation of funds to further develop a viable program to support adaptation and mitigation
strategies and initiatives.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
Supported outreach campaign to inform the commercial family residences and the business
community of the City's Recycling Ordinance mandating recycling for businesses and multi-family
residences. Created the `trash talks' during the Sustainability Committee in order to discuss
recycling and have it as a standing item for discussion for every meeting.
Supported the development of a campaign to educate the local businesses about the polystyrene
ban.
Conducted Styrofoam cooler-swapping program at various city events and holidays to support the
polystyrene ordinance and decrease disposable cooler use on city beaches.
Continued to identify and combat concerns with ongoing litter issues including increasing the
enforcement of the City's existing zero-litter policy.
Supported the development of an anti-litter campaign for residents and visitors.
Continued to support the reallocation of funds from the Dade Recycling revenue towards the
City's recycling and/or educational campaigns.
Supported the Miami Beach Engine Idling Law Ordinance which requires that engines of all
vehicles which are unattended be turned off, except those that are explicitly exempted.
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JANUARY THROUGH JUNE 2016
BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: TRANSPORTATION, PARKING& BICYCLE-PEDESTRIAN
FACILITIES
CHAIRPERSON: ALFRED FEOLA
CITY LIAISON: SAUL FRANCES
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD SINCE JANUARY 2016: SIX (6)
ACTIVITY:
January 4, 2016:
• 4151 Street
• Transportation Department Items:
o Alton-West Trolley
o Mid-Beach Trolley
o North Beach Trolley
o ITS/Traffic Monitoring & Management
o Transportation Master Plan
o Bicycle Safety Campaign
o Bicycle/Pedestrian Master Plan
o Beach Corridor Transit Connectivity Study
o Misc. Traffic Studies&Transit Reports
• Chair& Vice-Chair Appointment
February 8, 2016:
• Citi Bike—Address Complaints
• Car2Go Update
• City of Miami B
• Transportation Department Items:
o Signature Bridge Discussion
o Alton-West Trolley
o Mid-Beach Trolley
o North Beach Trolley
o ITS/Traffic Monitoring & Management
o Transportation Master Plan
o Bicycle Safety Campaign
o Bicycle/Pedestrian Master Plan
o Beach Corridor Transit Connectivity Study
o Misc. Traffic Studies&Transit Reports
• Status Report Items: Parking Status Reports— Sep/Oct/Nov 2015
• Conference Call w/Miami Dade County re; Bridge Between Belle Isle/Purdy
March 7, 2016:
• Non-Armed Traffic Officers
• 41St Street Presentation
• 1-395 Reconstruction Project
• Transportation Department Items:
o Water Taxi
o Bus Shelters
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o Commission Workshop on Traffic Management
o Alton-West Trolley
o Mid-Beach Trolley
o North Beach Trolley
o ITS/Traffic Monitoring &Management
o Transportation Master Plan
o Bicycle Safety Campaign
o Bicycle/Pedestrian Master Plan
o Beach Corridor Transit Connection Study
o Misc. Traffic Studies &Transit Reports
• Status Report Items: Parking Status Report— Dec 2015
April 4, 2016:
o CIP Updates
o Normandy Isle ROW Phase II
o Central Bayshore ROW
o Lower North Bay
• Garage Development Projects
• Transportation Division Items:
o Alton-West Trolley
o Mid-Beach Trolley
o North Beach Trolley
o ITS/Traffic Monitoring &Management
o Transportation Master Plan
o Bicycle Safety Campaign
o Bicycle/Pedestrian Master Plan
o Beach Corridor Transit Connection Study
o Misc. Traffic Studies&Transit Reports
• LTC Discussion
• Discussion Items: Committee-Appointments; Miami Dade
May 2, 2016:
• CIP Projects Update
• Indian Creek Project
• Workforce Housing Presentation
• Transportation Department Items:
o Alton-West Trolley
o Mid-Beach Trolley
o North Beach Trolley
o ITS/Traffic Monitoring &Management
o Transportation Master Plan
o Bicycle Safety Campaign
o Bicycle/Pedestrian Master Plan
o Beach Corridor Transit Connection Study
o Misc. Traffic Studies&Transit Reports
• Status Report Items: Parking Status Reports—Jan 2016
June 6, 2016:
• Sunshine Law Briefing
• Police Motor Units Discussion
• Transportation Department Items:
o Alton-West Trolley
o Mid-Beach Trolley
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o North Beach Trolley
o ITS/Traffic Monitoring & Management
o Bicycle Safety Campaign/Racks & Signage
o Bicycle/Pedestrian Master Plan
o Beach Corridor Transit Connection Study
o Misc. Traffic Studies &Transit Reports
• Updates: East Venetian Bridge / Bridge Connecting Purdy to Belle Isle
• West Avenue Bridge Update
• I-195/Alton Road Interchange Discussion
• Status Report Items: Parking Status Reports— Feb/March 2016
ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
January 4, 2016:
Appointment of Chair/Vice-Chair:
> Motion Passed: Alfred Feola —Chair/ Seth Wasserman —Vice-Chair
March 7, 2016:
41St Street:
> Motion Passed: TPBPFC recommended relooking at 415'Street Project, to make it more pedestrian
friendly and safe; looking at traffic flow; adding bike lane; and removing/replacing parking —
also safety issue with lighting that is not being addressed
> Motion Passed: TPBPFC supported modifying the A Bus Route to come across Venetian
Causeway every ten (10) minutes—stopping at Sunset Harbour, Collins Park, Lincoln Road and
back to Omni; continue using current thirty (30) passenger buses (max 40); tie in with
raising/lowering of bridge, for maximum efficiency; fare can remain at $2.02, but must run from
6a to 2a. Committee felt this is the shortest route from Omni to South Beach and an immediate
silver bullet to help the City's clogged streets.
April 4, 2016:
Transportation Master Plan:
> Motion Passed: TPBPFC endorsed the Transportation Master Plan
Bicycle/Pedestrian Master Plan:
> Motion Passed: TPBPFC endorsed the Bicycle/Pedestrian Master Plan
May 2, 2016:
Workforce Housing Presentation — Issued Via Letter to Commission #199-2016:
> Motion Passed: TPBPFC asked that once Mayor&Commission hold workshop on Workforce
Housing and before any final decisions are made, as it pertains to parking facilities, it be brought
to the TPBPF Committee for review and recommendations
June 6, 2016:
Low Floor Trolleys— Issued Via Letter to Commission #246-2016:
> Motion Passed: TPBPFC reiterated its position in supporting the approval of low floor trolleys
FUTURE ACTIVITIES (PARKING):
• Freight Loading Zones
• Scooter/Motorcycle Parking
• Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
• Residential Zone 23
• Smart Parking (Mobile Applications/LPR/Space Monitoring)
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: Miami Beach Visitor and Convention Authority
CHAIRPERSON: Peggy Benua
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CITY LIAISON: Grisette Roque
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD SINCE January 2016: 5
ACTIVITIES:
January 21, 2016:
The November 19, 2015 meeting minutes were approved. Motion by Mr. Perry to
approve the November 19, 2015 meeting minutes. Seconded by Mr. Hertzberg.
Motion passes unanimously.
The Board members were provided with a list of upcoming grant applicants and
denied applicants.
A presentation about the Convention Center Hotel Referendum was made to the
Board.
A discussion about the Serena Williams Live Ultimate Run and the negative press
received, was held.
A grant in the amount of $50,000 was awarded to the Miami-Dade Gay and Lesbian
Chamber of Commerce Foundation, Inc. Fiscal Agent for Miami Beach-Miami LGBT
Sports and Cultural League, Inc. for the Marketing Plan for the World Out Games
Miami 2017. Motion by Mr. Hertzberg to fund $50,000 to the Marketing Plan for World
OutGames Miami 2017. Seconded by Mr. Gonzalez. Mr. Nardi abstained. Motion
passes.
A grant in the amount of$40,000 was awarded to Model Volleyball LLC for the 7th
Annual Model Volleyball Tournament. Motion by Mr. Hertzberg to grant $40,000 to the
7th Annual Model Volleyball Tournament. Seconded by Mr. Hertz. Mr. Nardi
abstained. Motion passes.
A grant in the amount of $32,000 was awarded to The Miami Foundation
Fiscal Agent for Miami Beach Gay Pride, Inc. for the 8th Annual Miami Beach Gay
Pride Parade & Festival. Motion by Mr. Perry to grant $32,000 to the 8th Annual
Miami Beach Gay Pride Parade & Festival. Seconded by Mr. Gonzalez. Ms. Benua
abstained. Motion passes.
A grant in the amount of$24,000 was awarded to the National LGBTQ Task Force for
the 2016 Winter Party Festival. Motion by Mr. Perry to grant $24,000 to the 2016
Winter Party Festival. Seconded by Mr. Lehman. Motion passes unanimously.
A grant in the amount of $24,000 was awarded to the Aqua Foundation for Women
for Aqua Girl. Motion by Mr. Hertz to grant $24,000 to for Aqua Girl. Seconded by Mr.
Perry. Mr. Lehman abstained. Motion passes.
A grant in the amount of$28,000 was awarded to IFCM Corp. d/b/a FilmGate
Interactive for FilmGate Interactive. Motion by Mr. Perry to grant $28,000 to FilmGate
Interactive. Seconded by Mr. Gonzalez. Mr. Lehman abstained. Motion passes.
A grant in the amount of $24,000 was awarded to The Polo Life LLC for the Miami
Beach Polo World Cup XI. Motion by Mr. Hertz to grant $24,000 for Miami Beach Polo
World Cup XI. Mr. Gonzalez seconded. Motion passes unanimously.
A grant in the amount of $24,000 was awarded to Life Time Fitness for the South
Beach Triathlon. Motion by Mr. Perry to grant $24,000 for the South Beach Triathlon.
Seconded by Mr. Hertzberg. Motion passes unanimously.
A grant in the amount of $85,000 was awarded to Florida International University for
the 2016 Food Network and Cooking Channel South Beach Wine & Food Festival.
Motion by Mr. Hertz to grant $85,000 to the 2016 Food Network and Cooking Channel
South Beach Wine & Food Festival. Seconded by Mr. Perry. Motion passes
unanimously.
A grant in the amount of $51,000 was awarded to Miami Dade College for the 2016
Miami International Film Festival. Motion by Mr. Lehman to grant $51,000 to the 2016
Miami International Film Festival. Seconded by Mr. Gonzalez. Motion passes
unanimously.
A grant in the amount of$85,000 was awarded to Winter Music Conference for Winter
Music Conference, 31st Annual. Motion by Mr. Perry to grant $85,000 to Winter Music
Conference. Seconded by Mr. Gonzalez. Motion passes unanimously.
A presentation about the Miami Beach Branding project was made. Motion by Mr.
Perry to have the City of Miami Beach return with more information. Motion amended
by Ms. Benua to have the City of Miami Beach to return with a presentation / proposal
for funding. Amendment accepted by Mr. Perry. Motion passes unanimously.
February 17, 2016:
The January 21, 2016 meeting minutes were approved. Motion by Mr. Lehman to
approve the January 21, 2016 meeting minutes. Seconded by Mr. Hertz. Motion
passes unanimously.
The Board members were provided with a list of upcoming grant applicants and
denied applicants.
The grant in the amount of $50,000 was awarded to the City of Miami Beach for the
Miami Beach Licensing and Merchandising Strategic Plan. Motion by Mr. Gonzalez to
fund $50,000 to the City of Miami Beach for their Licensing and Merchandising
Strategic Plan. Seconded by Mr. Lehman. Motion passes unanimously.
A grant in the amount of $27,258 was awarded to the Miami Design Preservation
League for the Miami Beach Visual Memoirs Project: "Window on Miami Beach".
Motion by Mr. Lehman to fund $27,258 to the Miami Beach Visual Memoirs Project
"Window on Miami Beach." Seconded by Mr. Hertz. Motion passes unanimously.
An update on the Application Portal was provided.
April 12, 2016:
The February 17, 2016 meeting minutes were approved. Motion by Mr. Gonzalez to
approve the February 17, 2016 meeting minutes. Seconded by Mr. Lehman. Motion
passes unanimously.
The Board members were provided with a list of upcoming grant applicants and
denied applicants.
A presentation from the Orange Bowl Committee was held.
An update on the API Hackathon was provided by Lansight Consulting.
A grant in the amount of$32,000 was awarded to ABFF Ventures LLC for the
American Black Film Festival. Motion by Mr. Perry to grant $32,000 for the American
Black Film Festival (ABFF). Seconded by Mr. Gonzalez. Mr. Lehman abstained.
Motion passes unanimously.
A grant in the amount of $32,000 was awarded to Irie Music Corp. for Irie Weekend
XII. Motion by Mr. Gonzalez to grant $32,000 for Irie Weekend XII. Seconded by Mr.
Hertz. Motion passes unanimously.
A grant in the amount of $28,000 was awarded to Salsa Dance International, Inc.
d/b/a Salsa Lovers for the Miami Salsa Congress. Motion by Mr. Hertz to grant
$28,000 to the Miami Salsa Congress. Seconded by Mr. Perry. Motion passes
unanimously.
A grant in the amount of $24,000 was awarded to the Swimwear Association of
Florida for SwimShow. Motion by Mr. Gonzalez to grant $24,000 for SwimShow.
Seconded by Mr. Perry. Mr. Lehman and Ms. Benua abstained. Motion passes.
unanimously.
A grant in the amount of$51,000 was awarded to FUNKSHION LLC for FUNKSHION:
Fashion Week Miami Beach. Motion by Mr. Hertz to grant $51,000 for FUNKSHION:
Fashion Week Miami Beach. Seconded by Mr. Lehman. Motion passes unanimously.
The Care Resource Sponsored "White Party Week" Events grant was reviewed by
the Board due to a decrease in budget. The Board unanimously decided to keep the
grant as awarded. Motion by Mr. Lehman to maintain the grant as awarded at
$40,000 pending Mr. Welsh provided additional documentation for eligible expenses.
Seconded by Mr. Nardi. Motion passes unanimously.
May 10, 2016:
The April 12, 2016 meeting minutes were approved. Motion by Mr. Lehman to
approve the April 12, 2016 meeting minutes. Seconded by Mr. Gonzalez. Motion
passes unanimously.
The Board members were provided with a list of upcoming grant applicants and
denied applicants.
An update about the Miami Beach Licensing and Merchandising Strategic Plan was
provided to the Board. The City of Miami Beach was asked to return with a full budget
during the MBVCA's next meeting in June.
A Public Relations discussion was held and the Hill & Knowlton/SAMCOR contract
was renewed for a period of one year. Motion by Mr. Gonzalez to renew the H & K
contract for another year. Seconded by Mr. Hertz. Motion passes unanimously.
June 7, 2016:
The May 10, 2016 meeting minutes were approved. Motion by Mr. Perry to approve
the May 10, 2016 meeting minutes. Seconded by Mr. Gonzalez. Motion passes
unanimously.
An additional grant in the amount of$50,000 was awarded to the City of Miami Beach
for the Miami Beach Licensing and Merchandising Strategic Plan. Motion by Mr. Perry
to fund the additional $50,000 for the Miami Beach Licensing and Merchandising
Strategic Plan. Seconded by Mr. Hertz. Motion passes unanimously.
The 2016/2017 Tourism Advancement Program guidelines were approved with
proposed changes. Motion by Mr. Perry to approve the changes excluding making
hotel room nights mandatory and replacing "permanently exclude" with "suspend" for
items (I)(C)(2) and (11)(B)(2). Seconded by Mr. Gonzalez. Motion passes
unanimously.
The 2016/2017 proposed point systems were approved. Motion by Mr. Lehman to
accept the new proposed point systems. Seconded by Mr. Perry. Motion passes
unanimously.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
January 21, 2016:
The November 19, 2015 meeting minutes were approved.
A grant in the amount of $50,000 was awarded to the Miami-Dade Gay and Lesbian
Chamber of Commerce Foundation, Inc. Fiscal Agent for Miami Beach-Miami LGBT
Sports and Cultural League, Inc.
A grant in the amount of$40,000 was awarded to Model Volleyball LLC for the 7th
Annual Model Volleyball Tournament.
A grant in the amount of $32,000 was awarded to The Miami Foundation
Fiscal Agent for Miami Beach Gay Pride, Inc. for the 8th Annual Miami Beach Gay
Pride Parade & Festival.
A grant in the amount of$24,000 was awarded to the National LGBTQ Task Force for
the 2016 Winter Party Festival.
A grant in the amount of $24,000 was awarded to the Aqua Foundation for Women
for Aqua Girl.
A grant in the amount of $28,000 was awarded to IFCM Corp. d/b/a FilmGate
Interactive for FilmGate Interactive.
A grant in the amount of$24,000 was awarded to The Polo Life LLC for the Miami
Beach Polo World Cup XI.
A grant in the amount of $24,000 was awarded to Life Time Fitness for the South
Beach Triathlon.
A grant in the amount of$85,000 was awarded to Florida International University for
the 2016 Food Network and Cooking Channel South Beach Wine & Food Festival.
A grant in the amount of$51,000 was awarded to Miami Dade College for the 2016
Miami International Film Festival.
A grant in the amount of$85,000 was awarded to Winter Music Conference for Winter
Music Conference, 31st Annual.
A presentation about the Miami Beach Branding project was made.
February 17, 2016:
The January 21, 2016 meeting minutes were approved
The grant in the amount of$50,000 was awarded to the City of Miami Beach for the
Miami Beach Licensing and Merchandising Strategic Plan.
A grant in the amount of $27,258 was awarded to the Miami Design Preservation
League for the Miami Beach Visual Memoirs Project: "Window on Miami Beach".
Motion by Mr. Lehman to fund $27,258 to the Miami Beach Visual Memoirs Project
"Window on Miami Beach."
April 12, 2016:
The February 17, 2016 meeting minutes were approved.
A grant in the amount of $32,000 was awarded to ABFF Ventures LLC for the
American Black Film Festival.
A grant in the amount of $32,000 was awarded to Irie Music Corp. for Irie Weekend
XII.
A grant in the amount of $28,000 was awarded to Salsa Dance International, Inc.
d/b/a Salsa Lovers for the Miami Salsa Congress.
A grant in the amount of$24,000 was awarded to the Swimwear Association of
Florida for SwimShow.
A grant in the amount of$51,000 was awarded to FUNKSHION LLC for FUNKSHION:
Fashion Week Miami Beach.
The Care Resource Sponsored "White Party Week" Events grant was reviewed by
the Board due to a decrease in budget. The Board unanimously decided to keep the
grant as awarded.
May 10, 2016:
The April 12, 2016 meeting minutes were approved.
An update about the Miami Beach Licensing and Merchandising Strategic Plan was
provided to the Board.
A Public Relations discussion was held and the Hill & Knowlton/SAMCOR contract
was renewed for a period of one year.
June 7, 2016:
The May 10, 2016 meeting minutes were approved.
An additional grant in the amount of$50,000 was awarded to the City of Miami Beach
for the Miami Beach Licensing and Merchandising Strategic Plan
The 2016/2017 Tourism Advancement Program guidelines were approved
The 2016/2017 point systems were approved.
FUTURE ACTIVIES:
The next MBVCA Board meeting will take place Tuesday, July 26, 2016 at 10:00 am
at the MBVCA Conference Room, 1701 Meridian Avenue, Suite 403, Miami Beach.
The following boards and committees did not submit a biannual report:
Mayor's Ocean Drive Task Force
Personnel Board
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