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Resolution 93-20811 /LA00" kill; RESOLUTION NO. 93-20811 A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, ORDERING A SPECIAL IMPROVEMENT AND ESTABLISHING A SPECIAL ASSESSMENT DISTRICT FOR A PERIOD OF ONE YEAR TO BE KNOWN AS THE OCEAN DRIVE SPECIAL IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NUMBER 1; DESIGNATING THE PROPERTY UPON WHICH THE SPECIAL ASSESSMENT SHALL BE MADE FOR THE PURPOSE OF FUNDING SECURITY AND ADDITIONAL MAINTENANCE AND RELATED SERVICES WHICH WILL STABILIZE, BENEFIT AND IMPROVE THE OCEAN DRIVE AREA; DESIGNATING THE LANDS IN THIS DISTRICT UPON WHICH THIS SPECIAL ASSESSMENT SHALL BE LEVIED AS SPECIFIED IN THE ATTACHED LEGAL DESCRIPTION, AND STATING THE TOTAL ESTIMATED COST OF SUCH SPECIAL ASSESSMENT. WHEREAS, Chapter 170 , Florida Statutes, provides that a municipality in Dade County may levy and collect special assessments against property benefitted for the purpose of stabilizing and improving retail and/or wholesale business districts and/or nationally recognized historic districts through promotion, management, marketing, and other similar services in business districts in other municipalities; and WHEREAS, that certain area of Ocean Drive from Fifth Street through and including Fifteenth Street (the "District") falls within the boundaries of the Art Deco Architectural District which has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the National Trust for Historic Preservation; and WHEREAS, the District is a major center of tourism within the City of Miami Beach, representing an area of significant economic and employment opportunities within the City and the various residents and business operators, including merchants, homeowners, hoteliers and restaurants doing business in the District, as well as community based organizations, wish to establish a mechanism therein for the purpose of stabilizing and improving that area through promotion, management, marketing and other similar services in business districts in other municipalities; and WHEREAS, the recent incidence of crime and related urban problems in the District and in areas adjacent or approximate to the District may inhibit the continued economic viability of the District; and WHEREAS, as a result of this increased criminal activity and related urban problems, the District has been receiving adverse publicity and attention in the local, national and international media, which has created a negative perception of the District; and WHEREAS, the aforementioned individuals have expressed concern over the level of security, maintenance and related urban problems in the District and the resultant need for increased security, maintenance and other measures which would benefit the public health, safety and welfare via continued patronage and traffic flow to the District, as well as the reduction of negative publicity; and WHEREAS, the herein proposed improvement will include increased or new security, and additional maintenance and related services ; and WHEREAS, the Mayor and City Commission intend to proceed in accordance with Chapter 170, Florida Statutes, by creating a special assessment district to be known as the Ocean Drive Special Improvement District Number 1, for the purpose of funding security, and additional maintenance and related services which will • stabilize, benefit and improve the tourist and economic climate of that certain area of Ocean Drive from Fifth Street through and including Fifteenth Street. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED By the Mayor and City Commission of the City of Miami Beach, Florida, that: Section 1. All findings and recitals contained in this Resolution are hereby adopted and incorporated herein. Section 2 . The Ocean Drive Special Improvement District Number 1 shall be authorized for a period of one year and shall be annually re-established thereafter and shall be in accordance with the applicable sections of Chapter 170, Florida Statutes, as amended from time to time. The subject Special Assessment District of which lands the special assessment shall be levied shall incorporate the total area as shown in Exhibit "A" attached hereto, reflecting the legal description as shown in Exhibit "B" , 2 attached hereto, said District to be located in the area comprising of Ocean Drive from Fifth Street through and including Fifteenth Street. Both "A" and "B" attached hereto are incorporated into this Resolution. Section 3 . Said improvement shall consist of the provision of increased security, and additional maintenance and related services for the area comprising the District. A more detailed narrative and budget of the proposed improvement appears in Exhibit "C" , attached to this Resolution and incorporated herein. Section 4 . Specifically, the benefits and enhancements of the foregoing services and improvements to the Ocean Drive Special Improvement District Number 1 are as follows: Security $466, 000 Sanitation 125, 000 Landscape Maintenance/Signage 125, 000 Management 75, 000 TOTAL $791, 000 Section 5. The subject improvement shall be designated in all proceedings, assessments and legislation as the "Ocean Drive Special Improvement District Number 1" , and the special assessment against the benefitted property shall be in the amount of two hundred fifty thousand dollars ($250, 000) , of the total improvement of seven hundred ninety-one thousand dollars ($791, 000) , and shall be made on the basis of a proration according to the front footage of the respective properties to be specially benefitted by the improvement. Property owners on corner lots will be assessed 1. 5 times the above prorated amount levied per front foot. Said method of assessment is set forth in further 3 detail in Exhibits "C" and "D" attached to this Resolution, incorporated herein. Section 6. Approximately 68 . 4 percent of the total estimated cost of the improvement shall be paid by the City from revenues from Ocean Drive Sidewalk Cafe permit fees and from resort tax proceeds. Section 7 . At the time of adoption of this Resolution, there is on file with the Clerk of the City of Miami Beach, an assessment plat showing the areas to be assessed and an estimate of the costs of the proposed improvement, as herein specified, which assessment plat and estimate are open to the inspection of the public. PASSED and ADOPTED this 16th day of June , 1993 . 0140 MAYOR Attest: 4111' Z•41�.�,.,d. f.. r. City Clerk FORM APPROVE ) jm:a:rja\odsad.res LEGAL DEPT. By c7 Date 6- /("43 4 CITY OF MIAMI BEACH CITY HALL 1700 CONVENTION CENTER'-' '`JE MIAMI BEACH FLORIDA 33139 OFFICE OF THE CITY MANAGER TELEPHONE: (305) 673-7010 FAX: (305) 673-7782 COMMISSION MEMORANDUM NO. 2B7-93 (1 TO: Mayor Seymour Gelber and DATE: June 16 , 1993 Members of the City Commission FROM: Roger M. Ca to a City Manager SUBJECT: OCEAN DRIVE SPECIAL IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT ADMINISTRATION RECOMMENDATION: The Administration recommends that the City Commission adopt the attached resolution creating a special assessment district to be known as the Ocean Drive Special Improvement District Number One which will encompass the area on Ocean Drive from Fifth to Fifteenth Streets. A second resolution to set the required public hearing is included in this agenda. BACKGROUND: Property owners in the Ocean Drive area have expressed support for creating a special assessment district to provide for security, maintenance and related services. The improvements to be provided are described below as follows: 1) Security - $466, 000 The Miami Beach Police Department will provide services through the use of an Ocean Drive Detail which will be a specialized unit made up of one Sergeant and seven Police Officers all of whom will be familiar with the types of security and other problems evident in this area such as groups of juveniles congregating or walking, cruising in vehicles and drinking alcoholic beverages. Members of this specialized unit will be trained to deal with these problems through all available legal means. The unit will be scheduled to provide maximum security coverage at those times when patronage in the area is at peak levels. On days off the regular patrol unit will provide coverage in this area. The unit will utilize various deployment strategies depending on the time, day and types of events/activities scheduled in the area. The Police Chief will present a semi-annual operation plan to members of the district for their review and approval and will meet monthly with members to discuss the needs of the community. Further, members of the Ocean Drive Detail will encourage communication with property owners so that they are always aware of their concerns regarding potential or existing problems. These services will be provided in addition to the current sector patrol and the City will continue to provide increased coverage during special event activities and holidays as the need prescribes. AGENDA _�^ P\ ITEM DATE - I ?=c) 3 Commission Memorandum - June 16, 1993 Ocean Drive Special Improvement District 2) Sanitation - $125, 000 The Special Improvement District will retain its own employees to provide increased streetsweeping services in addition to the current hand and mechanical streetsweeping services provided by the City. Additionally the district will provide for monthly pressure cleaning of sidewalks. The City will provide the storage containers and will also be responsible for disposing of the litter and trash from this additional streetsweeping effort. 3) Landscape Maintenance and Signage - $125, 000 Services will include additional landscape maintenance and the provision of informational signage within the area with special focus on Lummus Park. 4) Management - $75, 000 Salary and fringe benefits for a District Manager who will be responsible for administering the operations of the Special Services District. The District Manager will be an employee of the Miami Beach Development Corporation. The City will enter into an agreement with the Miami Beach Development Corporation, on behalf of the Ocean Drive Association, to provide for the additional sanitation, landscape maintenance, signage and management services within the Special Improvement District. Security services will be provided by the Miami Beach Police Department. Basis for Special Assessment Chapter 170 of Florida Statutes provides that a municipality in Dade County may "levy and collect special assessments against property benefitted for the purpose of stabilizing and improving retail and/or wholesale business districts and/or nationally recognized historic districts through promotion, management, marketing, and other similar services. . . " . The creation of a Special Improvement District to be known as the Ocean Drive Special Improvement District Number One will be established for the purpose of providing such services in order to stabilize, benefit and improve the tourist and economic climate of that area of Ocean Drive from Fifth Street through and including Fifteenth Street. Should the concept be successful, the District may be expanded to include Washington and Collins Avenues. ANALYSIS: Estimated Annual Cost Security $466, 000 Sanitation 125, 000 Landscape Maintenance/Signage 125, 000 Management 75, 000 Total $791, 000 Estimated Funding Allocation Special Assessment $250, 000 Sidewalk Cafe Permit Fees (Ocean Drive) 41, 000 City - Resort Taxes 500, 000 2 Commission Memorandum - June 16, 1993 Ocean Drive Special Imprcvemer.t District Method of Assessment The total amount of the special assessment to fund the services requested by the Ocean Drive Association is $250, 000 representing 31. 6 percent of the total cost. This portion of the cost of providing the services will be prorated according to the front footage of the respective properties specially benefitted by these improvements. Owners of corner lots will be assessed one and one- half times the amount levied per front foot. The estimated annual cost of providing this benefit is $50. 00 per front foot. Other Funding A portion of the revenues from Sidewalk Cafe Permit Fees for Ocean Drive will be applied toward funding the cost of the proposed services. The City will fund the balance of costs for these services from the proceeds of resort taxes. Resort taxes collected within the Ocean Drive area represent approximately $675, 000 or nine percent of the total amount collected within the City. After paying for administrative services and making the required transfer to the Greater Miami Visitors and Convention Bureau, about 60 percent of this amount or $405, 000 is available to the City. CONCLUSION: Providing these improvements will help to stabilize, and improve the tourist and economic climate in this district. Substantial benefit to the Ocean Drive area will ultimately result in additional revenues to the City through increased resort taxes and increased property values. It is clear that the enhancement of quality of life issues in the Ocean Drive area is of great importance. 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Said lands located, lying and being in the City of Miami Beach, Florida. EXHIBIT "B" ■ 9 EXHIBIT C DESCRIPTION OF IMPROVEMENT 1) Security The Miami Beach Police Department will provide services through the use of an Ocean Drive Detail which will be a specialized unit made up of one Sergeant and seven Police Officers all of whom will be familiar with the types of security and other problems evident in this area such as groups of juveniles congregating or walking, cruising in vehicles and drinking alcoholic beverages. 2) Sanitation Streetsweeping services and pressure cleaning of sidewalks. 3) Landscape Maintenance and Signage Services will include landscape maintenance and the provision of informational signage within the area. 4) Management Salary and fringe benefits for a District Manager who will be responsible for administering the operations of the Special Services District. Estimated Annual Cost Security $466, 000 Sanitation 125, 000 Landscape Maintenance/Signage 125, 000 Management 75, 000 Total $791, 000 Estimated Funding Allocation Special Assessment $250, 000 Sidewalk Cafe Permit Fees (Ocean Drive) 41, 000 City - Resort Taxes 500, 000 Total $791, 000 .0 EXHIBIT D Method of Assessment The total amount of the special assessment to fund these services is $250, 000. This portion of the cost of providing these services will be prorated according to the front footage of the respective properties specially benefited by these improvements. Owners of lots located at corners will be assessed one and one-half times the amount levied per front foot. The estimated annual cost of providing this benefit is $50. 00 per front foot. -A-i VIA•SATEWTE • SECTION-CM. Taps for South Beach? =t+ ! +_ . ',1.,, -1 ' .411 :� X71, • > - • `C,•'' *1 i V/ Iti, !tilt. . • r'r ili , .,.11 / t r FRIDAY,JUNE 4,1993 ::iLl ,s. r A — `f • t . ~ 1' COVER STORY riA '7 Hot spots shift inland ekhiu t,. S I, _ , to �-= -"k !,.7:).,,, Continued from ID �`� •.a f_, nal club/restaurant promoter. ���� - '. • "Weekends are strictly the bridge and causeway crowd, I \\\ t i 1 r". • snorts Tara Solomon,Miami Herald's SoBe nightlife writer,o \ t l. V I ,-•'1 h ' t4 .>� the mainland mob who gawk at TV crews and ogle models. .:'..1,4,;• 'y y Teddy Gunter,an owner of the Non-Stop Prop Shop moans 11 �% ! �y "Ocean Drive is so synthetic.All the hip.lab people are gone.' •�� �+.� t.- ! u Once a refuge for retirees, Marlelitos and crack addicts s ro. South Beach blossomed almost overnight International lash • .,lL - j ion catalog crews fell in love with its white beaches and pin{ f P - hotels. Dozens of model agencies and production companie- ' t. •-' T �'• opened on Ocean Drive.The pastel palette,deco hotels any rt Latin spice became the backdrop for magazines from Vogue r, i. �i Sim.• to Sassy.Conde Nast Traveler to HG. ..?"A 4 •--` But some say the picture isn't pretty.They say SoBe is t 1 r • 'f purposeless paradise of sun.skin,sex,sand and spirits.Says - - _ '\ Austin:"South Beach is Sodom and Gomorrah. People ham 1 _ sex in nightclubs here." ,,•,.- - Months ago Villard and Ballantine Books arranged a book . , ".:.r+�``e-ittk` ' ii. luncheon for Robert Fulghum,author of All I Really Need Ic \ Know,I Learned in Kindergarten at Celle Cozzolino for last / t. _4,..m90, weekend's American Booksellers Association convention.Un- [/ .:�_�; known to them,the management had changed in the mean- • Twos by AnOr•w ttwoe time.Librarians from across the country dined among large TOO HIP TO LAST:Above,tourists Rene Diaz,left end Josephine Rodriguez stroll down paintings of male and female genitalia. former celebrity hot spot Ocean Drive in Miami's South Beach.Below,director Jim Frawley. Further proof of moral decay?TV shows set here!: left,filming the new NBC series'South Beach'with actors John Glover end Yancy Butler. la South Beach,a '905 Miami Lice starring Yancy Butte • (Mann and Machine)and John Glover,premieres on NBC Sun Z day at 9:30 pm.ET/Pr, • ji la Moor,i� -. }. Syndicated Hot People,Cool Unties "a younger,Moor, l i. ,.'., :17��' I Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous."says host Rudy Maxa. r Y la Do the Strand,a private-eye show starring 8111 Campbel ., (The Rocketeer),premieres this fall on ABC. In ,, South Beach yawns at TV,fashion shoots and visiting celebs'� •(, i ( ' Madonna sightings are so common she's called"the Loch Nes Y 4•M - ) ', Monster of South Beach." Walking Inlomercial Cher comes h;, t and goes unmolested.Latest home buyer?Sly Stallone. Mickey Rourke opened The Spot nightclub.Sean Penn went /1. ,, in with Simply Red's Mick Hucknall on nightclub Bash. Ed j Marinaro 1s opening his SoBe Bar and Rotisserie on Washing- f'ssp ;�\ <( ton.Gloria Estefan is readying a restaurant on Ocean Drive. But paradise has its problems.The Sun-Sentinel newspaper • t ✓ s- - I. recently reported that Ocean Drive's chichi restaurants want more police on the street Recently,the sister-in-law of Miami Beach police chief Phillip Huber was a purse-snatch victim. COVER STORY George Larios, owner of the Larios on the Beach at 820 • Ocean Drive,told the Sun-Sentinel that South Beach had be- Miami hot came a zoo n Drives.Tony Tuche,manager the News Cafe at 800 Ocean Drive complained of kids heckling custom- ers.Now he says."Things are calming down.Either the kids are behaving or the cops are scaring them." Bou- spot may be Sod the Adis nttR here.headingll. hinlandulto Washingtonti levard and Lincoln Road Mall.The truly cool eateries are on Washington.411.Lulu's,The Strand.Chili Pepper,Bang and burning out • Cassis. And the hot hotels are off Ocean. Robert a Niro, Grace Jones.Gianni Versace and U2 bunk at the Marlin on Collins;the Raleigh was the setting for Kelly Klein's Pools book party and Revlon's Claudia Schiffer ball.The Century on the south end of the island hosts David Geffen,Thierry Mugler • and Johnny Depp. Cutting edge BSA TODAy ElizabeY Snead But Lincoln Road Mall.the northern border of the deco dis- trict,is the new frontier.In the'30s,it was a classy shopping is getting street.falling into disrepair in the fiOs.Now the outdoor mall is SOUTH BEACH —Call it happening with an galleries, Lincoln Road Theater, Miami dulled by its the American Riviera. Bet- City Ballet. New World Symphony. cafes, and antique and ter than St. Barts. Hotter hook shops. Popularity. than the Hamptons. More Ocean Drive's hip News Cole is opening a clone on Lincoln "in" than Ibiza. Way cooler Road this fall,complete with upstairs hotel. NBC's 'South than Malibu. Mitch Kaplan opened Books and Books on Lincoln Road Where?South Beach,Mi- Mall Ave years ago:"This is the alternative now to the Ocean Beach, 3D ami.But hurry.The bloom is Drive madness." almost off SoBe's rose tattoo. Even die-hard deco lovers wonder how many photos of pale Crowds,crime and(thud- pink buildings people will want.Barbara Hulanicki,designer der)overexposure are caus- of the Marlin and other Art Deco hotels,is daubing the Nether- ing an exodus of the fickle fashion flock who made SoBe a lands Ocean Drive condo in bright blue.green and orange"to model mecca.Ocean Drive.the once-so-chic seaside street keep photographers from getting bored with Miami." is off the hip list. Tourist trade aside,residents hope to nurture culture.But Says Toni Austin of Miami's alternative paper New some doubt SoBe will ever be anything but a vacuous vacation- Times:"It's just begun and it's already over." land.Sacs Austin:"There's a lot of intellectual posing here.It's Michelle Pommier Models,one of the first of 22 agencies a whole fav of the Uxtist thing People flock here thinking it on Ocean Drive.is heading to the calmer south tip of the will change their life." island and opening a office in fashion's new focus,Scotts- Last fall, two days after Hurricane Andrew devastated dale.Ariz Of Ocean Drive. Pommier shrugs:"You can't neighboring Homestead,SoBe clubs were going wild,despite work in that kind of atmosphere." an I I p.m.curfew.Austin marvels:"These people are addicted "We've lost Ocean Drive."sighs Louis Canales.an origi- to going out.It was like they didn't have water," Despite the inevitable exodus of the cool crowd, South Please see COVER STORY next page► Beach will probably remain an unparalleled party paradise. "It's still a fabulous holiday."insists Canales."And you don't have to gni ihnis" 9 _.As ii plum- kaL _ice a.... OCEAN DRIVE ASSOCIATION June 10, 1993 Mayor Seymour Gelber and Members of the City Commission 1700 Convention Center Drive City of Miami Beach, Florida 33139 Dear Mayor Gelber and Commissioners: The Ocean Drive Association supports the creation of a Special Services District for management, marketing and promotion of Ocean Drive -- particularly for increasing the level of security, sanitation and landscaping services. Property owners, business operators and residents of the area in recent months became increasingly concerned with the manner that the Street operates and functions, particularly late at night. Through meetings with the City Manager, the Police Chief and other representatives of the Administration a comprehensive program has been formulated based upon the following foundation: Public/private commitment to Ocean Drive and South Beach as a unique international seaside resort in a safe urban/pedestrian environment. The Special Services District makes possible a neighborhood- based police unit dedicated to addressing Ocean Drive needs. An Operations Plan developed with substantial community input will be monitored by regular meetings of the Ocean Drive Association and the Police Department management. The cleanliness of Ocean Drive and landscape maintenance of Lummus Park are also among high priority concerns. Increased services will be provided by the Ocean Drive community through a service contract between the City and MBDC on behalf of the Ocean Drive Association. This program has been developed with the expectation that it will serve as first phase of a South Beach / Art Deco District management program and will serve as a prototype and a model for other parts of the City. Your support will be appreciated. Since ly, `Denis A. Russ, -'For the Ocean Drive Association ieli MIAMIBEACH DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION t " 1205 DREXEL AVENUE,MIAMI BEACH,FLORIDA 33139,(305)538-0090 o:I( I 13 AGENDA _ I ITEM R�— DATE ' v a Cl 3 • OCEAN DRIVE ASSOCIATION COMPREHENSIVE SECURITY SPECIAL SERVICES PROGRAM April 1993 Problems Potentially dangerous late night activity Gang members engaging each other on the street Late night crowds of young visitors cruising the street Very loud and intrusive car and boombox radios Inappropriate behaviour by Panhandlers and Street Vendors Skaters and bikers endangering pedestrians Physical intimidation of area visitors. Proposed Solutions Public / Private Commitment to Ocean Drive and South Beach unique international seaside resort in a safe urban/pedestrian environment 1. Ocean Drive Detail. specialized police unit composed of dedicated officers and supervisors spending all duty hours every day on Ocean Drive committed to solving area problems, with concentrated coverage on the weekend. 2. Special Services District. Create Ocean Drive special services district as a model and prototype for a Deco District / South Beach -- ocean/collins/washington special services district. Contract for required security services with the City and provide adequate measureable review. 3. Teen Restriction. After midnight preclude unsupervised teenagers from public space in the City. 4. Noise. Prohibit portable amplified music from streets, sidewalks, park and beach. Subject to $100 fine. 5. Cruising. Prohibit cruising. Subject to $100 fine. 6 . Littering. Enforcement of anti-littering ordinances. subject to $100 fine. 7. Arrests. Enable the Police to undertake appropriately firm "Quick Arrests" to maximize Police coverage on the street. 8. Security Lighting. Require adequate security lighting of vacant buildings and the park and beach areas of the City. 9. Panhandlers & vendors. Enforce prohibitions on Street Vendors and Panhandlers. 10. Skaters and Bikers. Enforce prohibitions against skaters and bikers on west sidewalk. 11. Alcoholic Beverages. Assure compliance with responsible liquor vendor program. Prohibit sale of alcohol at mini-markets and gas stations after midnight. Prototype for Neighborhood Development Initiatives throughout Miami Beach n OCEAN DRIVE ASSOCIATION POLICY STANDARDS March 17 1999 . . . . September-17-1991 . . . April-17-1992- revised May 1, 1993 • r 1J OCEAN DRIVE ASSOCIATION POLICY, STANDARDS March i; 1990 . . . . September-1;-1991 . . . Aprr1-1;-1992 revised May 1, 1993 1 PURPOSE 11 2 VISION 2 . 1 Art Deco District: Preservation & Development. 1 2 . 2 Ocean Drive: Planning & Urban Design. 22 2 . 3 Ocean Drive Evolves . 3 STREET QUALITY AND DESIGN 3 3 . 1 Handbills, Fliers and Grafitti. 3 3 .2 Sidewalk Cafes. 3 3 . 3 Amplified Music and Noise. 3 3 .4 Street Furniture and Trash Recepticles. 3 3 . 5 Public Signage. 4 3 . 6 Private Signage. 4 3 . 7 Westside "Restricted Hotel and Loading Zones" . 4 3 .8 Increased Tree Canopy. 5 3 .9 Historic Building Marker Program 5 3 . 10 Bike Racks. 5 3 . 11 Commercial Vehicles. 5 3 . 12 Vintage Car Parking Permitted. 6 3 . 13 Prohibition of Street Vendors and Panhandlers. 6 3 . 14 Restrictions on Rickshaws and Pedicabs. 66 3 . 15 Skating, Biking and Skate Boarding. 6 3 . 16 "Curb your dog. " 4 BUILDINGS & MOTORIZED VEHICLES ON THE BEACH 6 5 OCEAN DRIVE AUDITORIUM. 7 6 OCEAN DRIVE / LUMMUS PARK CONSTRUCTION COMPLETION 7 6 . 1 Damage to Hotel Properties 7 6 .2 Uplighting on Westside. 8 6 . 3 Replacement of Dead Trees. 8 6 .4 Lummus Park, Playgrounds and Activities. 8 7 COMMERCIAL/FASHION FILM/PHOTO INDUSTRY 8 7 . 1 Assistance to Industry. 8 7 .2 Modify Zoning Restrictions. 9 16 7 . 3 Commercial Vehicles9. 9 8 SPECIAL EVENTS PROGRAMMING 8 . 1 Use of Ocean Drive for Special Events. 910 8 . 2 Art Deco Weekend. 8. 2 . 1 Food and Beverage Concessions. 10 10 8 . 3 Sunday' s in Lummus Park. 10 8 . 4 Summertime Special Events. 9 JOINT PROMOTION AND MARKETING PROGRAM 1010 10 SECURITY AND SAFETY 10 10 . 1 Identification of Problems 11 10 . 2 Proposed Program Solutions 11 MAINTENANCE OF STREETS, PARKS & SIDEWALKS 1212 12 DESIGN REVIEW CRITERIA FOR SIDEWALK CAFES 13 12 . 1 BACKGROUND 13 12 . 2 SIDEWALK CAFE DEFINED 13 12 . 3 LOCATION OF SIDEWALK CAFE 12 . 3. 1 PROXIMITY TO LICENSED FOOD ESTABLISHMENT 1313 12 . 3 .2 PEDESTRIAN PATH CLEARANCE 14 12 . 3.3 RELATION TO LOT AND CURB 12 .4 DESIGN REQUIREMENTS 14 12 .4 . 1 QUALITY ASSURANCE 14 12 .4 .2 HISTORIC ARCHITECTURAL DISTRICT 14 154 12 .4 . 3 TABLE AND CHAIR ATTACHMENTS 15 12 .4 .4 SIGNAGE 12 .5 SERVICE QUALITY STANDARDS 15 12 .5 . 1 WAITER SERVICE 1515 12 .5 .2 FLATWEAR AND CHINA 15 12 .5 . 3 LIMITED TO ACTUAL OPERATIONS 12 .5 .4 MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR 15 165 12 .5 .5 CONDUCT OF PATRONS 12 .6 APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS 16 12 . 6. 1 REQUIRED APPROVALS 1616 12 . 6 .2 REQUIRED SUBMISSIONS 12 .7 PARKING IMPACT 16 i Y 12 . 8 LIABILITY AND INSURANCE 16 12 .8. 1 LIABILITY 16 12 .8 .2 REQUIRED INSURANCE 16 13 BY-LAWS OF THE OCEAN DRIVE ASSOCIATION 17 13 . 1 NAME 1717 13 .2 PURPOSE 17 13 . 3 AFFILIATION 17 13 .4 MEMBERSHIP 17 13 .5 MEMBERSHIP MEETINGS 18 13 . 6 EXECUTIVE BOARD 18 13 . 7 OFFICERS 18 13 . 8 AMENDMENT S OCEAN DRIVE ASSOCIATION POLICY STANDARDS March 1; 1998 . . . . September-1;-1991 . . . ApriI-1;-1992- revised May 1, 1993 1 PURPOSE It is the purpose of this document to describe policy standards that will serve to guide the public and private sectors in decisions and activities on Ocean Drive. This document is the product of a dynamic process that involves community dialog, professional input and public and private sector interaction. The process is to continue and the resulting document constitutes at any one time the policy standards developed to date. It is the intention of the Ocean Drive Association to present these Policy Standards to the City Commission of the City of Miami Beach and annually to report to the City Commission on additions, deletions and modifications as well as development and activities of Ocean Drive. The Association is of the view that this is still an early stage in the area's revitalization, and that continued improvement requires that a great many people work effectively together. The Association appreciates the substantial efforts of the City of Miami Beach Commission and Administration. 2 VISION Ocean Drive is the first American Riviera. It is an historic architectural district. It is a unique seaside urban/pedestrian resort. It is a community of international scope. It is a place that articulates and amplifies good taste, fair value, cleanliness, safety, warmth, individuality, enlightenment, culture and must be void of commercial pollution. 2 . 1 Art Deco District: Preservation & Development. "Ocean Drive will serve as the center of the Deco theme. The area will become the focal point of the District with busy sidewalk cafes, lush tropical May 1 , 1993 PAGE NO. 1 19 plantings , a widened beach and sophisticated hotels all frequented by a diversified clientele . . First floor spaces will be transformed to more active tourist-oriented services such as restaurants and cafes . . Ocean Drive will serve as a promenade to stroll along, enjoying the scenic view and the constant activity in the area. " MDPL's Anderson Notter Finegold "Miami Beach Art Deco District Preservation and Development Plan" January 1981 . 2 . 2 Ocean Drive: Planning & Urban Design. "Implementation of the improvements described in this study combined with new private investment will result in an economically attractive and active, tourist-residential-entertainment-recreation mixed- use district. What will make the Ocean Drive District unique is an emphasis on pedestrian activity, historic character, urban location and seaside environment. This combination of setting and activities is found nowhere else in South Florida and perhaps in only a few locations in the United States. " The City of Miami Beach Planning Department "Ocean Drive: A Planning & Urban Design Strategy" , October 1984 . 2 .3 Ocean Drive Evolves. "Over the past few years, Ocean Drive has gone from being a street of lovely but dilapidated buildings to being an alluring and even glamorous place to walk, sit, stop, eat. . . . Rarely does a week go by when there is not a fashion shoot or a film in progress: The exotic pastel buildings and the ocean, side by side, make Ocean Drive one of America's most photogenic streets. . . . It is also now on its way to becoming a great urban street, the kind that everybody wants to stroll. "Already, Ocean Drive has become a dining destination. There are a dozen restaurants -- simple to extravagant -- and more on the way. Of those restaurants, six now spill out onto the new wide sidewalk with cafe tables, and if observation serves, they are full day and night. " [T]he street is truly special. It is lined with wonderful buildings--among them the Park Central Hotel, the Breakwater Hotel, the Edison Hotel, the May 1, 1993 PAGE NO. 2 ,.O I Waldorf Towers Hotel and the Cavalier Hotel -- that draw tourists and residents alike. And where else in America do buildings meet the sea in such a jaunty fashion.. . [T]his is certainly one of the best streets in South Florida, and maybe even in America. " Beth Dunlop, Architectural Critic of the Miami Herald, The Miami Herald, December 8, 1989 . 3 STREET QUALITY AND DESIGN 3 . 1 Handbills, Fliers and Grafitti. Ocean Drive Association favors active enforcement of the prohibition on distribution of handbills and fliers through imposition of $100 fines for each occurance. Even stronger penalties should be imposed against those who deface property through Graffiti. 3 .2 Sidewalk Cafes. The Ocean Drive Association has adopted Design Review Criteria for Sidewalk Cafes intended to encourage the development of sidewalk cafes as a special street amenity and limit the potential detrimental impact through design review criteria. 1 3 .3 Amplified Music and Noise. Amplified music and other noise should not be at levels detrimental to neighboring operators and residents on Ocean Drive. Ocean Drive Association encourages compliance with the City of Miami Beach Noise Ordinance. 1 3 .4 Street Furniture and Trash Recepticles. Street furniture, such as park benches and playground equipment, should be of special design to assure outstanding streetscape quality. The standard City trash receptacle is not appropriate 4 on Ocean Drive. On the westside, the containers should be located at all street corners and should be natural wood looking. On the eastside, consider 4 containers attached to parking meter poles. May 1, 1993 PAGE NO. 3 • 4 21 The uncontrolled proliferation of newspaper containers and public pay telephones detracts from the high quality streetscape that is intended for the area. • 3 .5 Public Signage. At the McArthur Causeway, Fifth Street and Alton Road, approriate entry/exit signs should be located in the median visible upon entrance and exit: "Welcome. You are now entering the historic Art Deco District of Miami Beach. Included on the National Register of Historic Places in 1979 , the District now blossoms and celebrates through architecture the roots of our American culture. Please enter and enjoy this precious place. Please treat it with respect. Please keep it clean. Please keep it quiet. Please keep it beautiful. " "Thank you for visiting the historic Art Deco District of Miami Beach. Thank you for respecting our community. Buckle up. Drive safely. Come back soon. " On Ocean Drive at 5th, 10th, and 15th Streets similar welcoming signage should be restated to continue to identify the area and encourage a respectful, relaxed style of life. 3 .6 private Signage. Restrictions on signage and temporary banners along Ocean Drive should be more adequately enforced. Permanent signs should be required to comply with existing zoning, temporary signs and banners should be prohibited and the circulation of handbills and flyers should not be allowed. In order to avoid "commercial pollution, " signage should only include the name of the establishment . . . and that's all! 3 .7 Westside "Restricted Hotel and Loading Zones" . Parking meters have not be installed along the westside of Ocean Drive. Adequate entrance to hotels and restaurants must be assured. The flow of traffic can only be maintained if the west curbside lane is restricted to accommodate entry and exit to adjacent property use. It is of particular importance that May 1, 1993 PAGE NO. 4 the property owner monitors the use/misuse of the space. Parking enforcement was extended to 12 : 00 midnight on the eastside as a result of the westside restrictions. Parking meters are appropriate and should be retained in front of residential property, vacant property and any other property not requiring restricted/loading zones . 3 . 8 Increased Tree Canopy. Ocean Drive Association supports an increased tree canopy in Lummus Park, at the Beach and along Ocean Drive, consistent with the earliest development of the area. A joint public/private sector program should be established to increase the amount of trees in the immediate vicinity. Contributions from special events producers should be considered as one way to fund the program. 3 .9 Historic Building Marker Program An historic building marker program should be initiatied in Lummus Park which will identify and celebrate the uniques and wonderful architecture. 3 . 10 Bike Racks . Ocean Drive Association favors the location of bike racks enabling secure bike storage along the Lummus Park promenade. The racks should be consistent with outstanding streetscape design requirements of Ocean Drive. This program is designed to encourage biking on the drive and in the district. If developed it will lessen the vehicle and parking impact. 3 . 11 Commercial Vehicles. Commercial vehicles, such as specially equipped motor homes, that service the commercial and fashion film and photo industry should be permitted to load and unload on Ocean Drive. Additionally, special restricted parking zones should be located at most street intersections between Fifth and Fifteenth Streets adjacent to Ocean Court, but not at the Ocean Drive nor Collins Avenue corners. 3 . 12 Vintage Car Parking Permitted. It will contribute to the ambiance of the area if May 1, 1993 PAGE NO. 5 • .Vs vintage cars are permitted to be parked on Ocean Drive without restriction. 3 . 13 Prohibition of Street Vendors and Panhandlers . Street vendors and Panhandlers should be prohibited from Ocean Drive. Enforcement should be rigorously maintained. 3 . 14 Restrictions on Rickshaws and Pedicabs. The Ocean Drive street is not wide enough to safely permit rickshaws and pedicabs, except on the Lummus Park serpentine walkway or on the crown of the beach. 3 . 15 Skating, Biking and Skate Boarding. Skating, biking and skate boarding is permitted on the Lummus Park serpentine walkway. The prohibition of roller skaters, skateboards and bycyclers on the west sidewalk should be enforced. The sidewalk is for walkers. It is exceedingly dangerous to the public and poses a substantial liability risk to the City if such activities are permitted on the west sidewalk. - 3 .16 "Curb your dog. " It is increasingly more important for Ocean Drive to be free of animal feces. The result is obvious and the participation of the community is critical. An informational caapagin should be immediately commenced and an ordinance created. 4 BUILDINGS & MOTORIZED VEHICLES ON THE BEACH The Ocean Drive Association opposes the construction of any new buildings or additions to existing building structures in Lummus Park and on the Beach, with one and only one exception. That exception is the one story addition to the Ocean Drive Auditorium to the south for the purpose of creating an information center and architectural archive for the district. Modifications to existing structures should comply with all State, county and city regulations and requirements, including design review proceedings. The Ocean Drive Association opposes the use of motorized service vehicles on the Beach. Concession facilities should contribute positively to enhance the visual and May 1, 1993 PAGE NO. 6 7,4 • aesthetic quality of the urban environment of the Ocean Drive area. The Ocean Drive Association should be a recognized party in monitoring the performance of the concessionaire and must be fully involved in plans and decisions upon the termination of the existing concession agreement . 5 OCEAN DRIVE AUDITORIUM. Programming of the Ocean Drive Auditorium at Tenth Street should be modified to facilitate its use as a conference facility and for concerts , lectures and special events to further enhance the revitalization of Ocean Drive. Changes in the use of the Ocean Drive Auditorium is needed for the further revitalization of Ocean Drive and the Art Deco District. Having a facility that serves as a center for large meetings , conventionettes , expositions, concerts, special events -- as well as maintaining a capacity to meet neighborhood needs and services -- is critical to the vitality of the Ocean Drive area. The facility is in need of internal and external rehabilitation, adaptation and landscaping. An addition to the existing structure should extend the building to include the patio porch area. The facility should work as a visitor and information center. A joint effort must be undertaken by the City, the Bureau, the Chamber, MDPL and MBDC to accomplish this goal . 6 OCEAN DRIVE / LUMMUS PARK CONSTRUCTION COMPLETION 6 . 1 Damage to Hotel Properties Hotels and other properties along Ocean Drive have experienced damage during the construction process . Damage claims have been filed with the City and the contractor. The Ocean Drive Association seeks for the City to facilitate the proper administration and resolution of such damage claims. 6 .2 Uplighting on Westside. Ocean Drive Association requests that the maintenance of the uplighting on the westside be substantially improved as soon as possible. May 1 , 1993 • PAGE NO. 7 '�5 6 . 3 Replacement of Dead Trees. It appears that a majority of the trees planted on the west side of Ocean Drive have not survived and require replacement. The look of the trees along Ocean Drive is the most ongoing critical aesthetic that exists on Ocean Drive. It is a message of caring sent out to the public from the City. Ocean Drive Association asks that the City address this matter as soon as possible. 6 . 4 Lummus Park, Playgrounds and Activities . The playground areas and equipment should be relocated onto the beach area immediately east of the wall, within a few hundred feet of where they are presently located. Some of the equipment should be changed to be more aesthetically consistent with the surroundings . Ocean Drive Association favors use of the Park walkways for skaters and skateboards and prohibiting such use on the westside of Ocean Drive. The association favors the increase of a tree canopy in Lummus Park, on the Beach and along Ocean Drive, and greater landscaping to shield the boardwalk promenade activities. Bike racks should be installed along the promenade. An effort should be undertaken to link the Lummus Park/Ocean Drive promenade with the boardwalk at Twenty-first Street in an aesthetically acceptable manner. 7 COMMERCIAL/FASHION FILM/PHOTO INDUSTRY 7 . 1 Assistance to Industry. The emergence of a commercial and fashion film and photo industry in South Beach, principally on Ocean Drive is compatible with Ocean Drive revitalization as a regional and tourist attraction. The industry should be encouraged. 7 . 2 Modify Zoning Restrictions . Ocean Drive zoning should encourage the location of offices and facilities that service the commercial and fashion film and photo industry that has emerged in South Beach, principally on Ocean Drive. 7 .3 Commercial Vehicles . May 1 , 1993 PAGE NO. 8 '�6 Commercial vehicles, such as specially equipped motor homes , that service the commercial and fashion film and photo industry should not be prohibited from Ocean Drive and should be permitted to load and unload on Ocean Drive. Additionally, special restricted parking zones should be located at most street intersections between Fifth and Fifteenth Streets adjacent to Ocean Court, but not at the Ocean Drive nor Collins Avenue corners . 8 SPECIAL EVENTS PROGRAMMING 8. 1 Use of Ocean Drive for Special Events. To fully realize the pptential of Ocean Drive revitalization requires a consistent development of the area with special events contributing rather than detracting from the quality of the street's life. Any programming of special events on Ocean Drive must include the advice, counsel and guidance of property- owners and business operators, through the Ocean Drive Association. The Ocean Drive Association generally favors special events that fit into the everyday ambiance of street life, that avoids closing the street to traffic and that does not create a carnival, street festival or extraordinary impact of people upon the street and its businesses. The administration of the City of Miami Beach should seek the advice and counsel of the Ocean Drive Association prior to granting a permit for use of Ocean Drive or Lummus Park for special events. The City of Miami Beach Visitor and Convention Authority should seek the advice and counsel of the Ocean Drive Association prior to awarding funding to special events to be located on Ocean Drive or Lummus Park. 8.2 Art Deco Weekend. The Ocean Drive Association seeks to work cooperatively with the Miami Design Preservation League to assure that Art Deco Weekend is an outstanding celebration of the architectural district and the attributes of the community. May 1 , 1993 PAGE NO. 9 • '7� 8 . 2 . 1 Food and Beverage Concessions . Ocean Drive Association desires to become the food and beverage concession for the Art Deco Weekend. A more attractive presentation will be made on behalf of the area if food vendor operations are upgraded from festival/carnival food to a sampling of the area restaurants . Ocean Drive Association seeks the right of first refusal for food and beverage concession for Art Deco Weekend. 8 . 3 Sunday' s in Lummus Park. Ocean Drive Association seeks to produce "Sunday's in Lummus Park, " a special events jazz and classical music program in the season. 8 .4 Summertime Special Events. Ocean Drive Association would support a quality summertime special events program that would be business generating to the hotels, restaurants and other commercial businesses along Ocean Drive. 9 JOINT PROMOTION AND MARKETING PROGRAM It is the goal of the Association to articulate the Joint Promotion and Marketing Program during this current year. 10 SECURITY AND SAFETY 10. 1 Identification of Problems Problems Potentially dangerous late night activity Gang members engaging each other on the street Late night crowds of young visitors cruising the street Very loud and intrusive car and boombox radios Inappropriate behaviour by Panhandlers and Street Vendors Skaters and bikers endangering pedestrians Physical intimidation of area visitors. 10.2 Proposed Program Solutions Proposed Solutions Public/Private Commitment to Ocean Drive and South Beach as a unique international seaside resort PAGE 1 , 1993 NO. 10 'ZS in a safe urban/pedestrian environment' 1 . Ocean Drive Detail . Specialized police unit composed of dedicated officers and supervisors spending all duty hours every day on Ocean Drive committed to solving area problems , with concentrated coverage on the weekend. Weekly coordinating meetings should be convened between Ocean Drive Association and Police Department Management. 2 . Special Services District. Create Ocean Drive special services district as a model and prototype for a Deco District / South Beach -- Ocean/Collins/Washington special services district. Contract for required security services with the City and provide adequate measureable review. 3 . Teen Restriction. After midnight preclude unsupervised teenagers from public space in the City. 4 . Noise. Prohibit portable amplified music from streets , sidewalks, park and beach. Subject to $100 fine. 5 . Cruising. Prohibit cruising. Subject to $100 fine. 6. Littering. Enforcement of anti-littering ordinances . Subject to $100 fine. 7 . Arrests. Enable the Police to undertake appropriately firm "Quick Arrests" to maximize Police coverage on the street. 8 . Security Lighting. Require adequate security lighting of vacant buildings and the park and beach areas of the City. 9 . Panhandlers & Vendors. Enforce prohibitions on Street Vendors and Panhandlers. 10 . Skaters and Bikers . Enforce prohibitions against skaters and bikers on west sidewalk. 11 . Alcoholic Beverages. Assure compliance with responsible liquor vendor program. Prohibit sale of alcohol at mini-markets and gas stations after midnight. Prototype for City-wide Neighborhood Development Initiatives 11 MAINTENANCE OF STREETS, PARKS & SIDEWALKS It is the goal of the Association to articulate the program for maintenance of streets, parks & sidewalks during this current year. In order to be fully effective the program must be developed and implemented in close cooperation with the City. May 1 , 1993 PAGE NO. 11 29 MmiummemOMEMMY • OCEAN DRIVE ASSOCIATION POLICY STANDARDS APRIL 1, 1992 ADDENDUM ONE 12 DESIGN REVIEW CRITERIA FOR SIDEWALK CAFES 12 . 1 BACKGROUND The sidewalk cafe is an immensely romantic institution and should not be analyzed in sober prose. One ishoulshould erereally write a long poem about it. Or a song, and lighthearted with a touch of sentiment but no sentimentality. The sidewalk cafe is a special place -- a place to lean back, to observe human foibles, to forget space and time, and breathe ambience, companionship and joie de vivre. Joseph Wechsberg, Holiday Magazine, 1964 Sidewalk cafes have increasingly appeared in plazas, along r sidewalks and waterfronts, and in downtown malls. They can generate business and encourage additional pedestrian traffic, thereby discouraging street crime. Well-designed and well-placed sidewalk cafes give identity and vitality to an area and can serve as the focus for special attractions. They can, as well, enhance the aesthetic value of urban life. It is also recognized that the presence of sidewalk cafes can have a detrimental effect if they are permitted to obstruct pedestrian traffic, cause sanitation, maintenance and insurance problems or are physically unsightly and poorly operated and maintained. It is the purpose of these design review criteria to increase the positive benefits that flow from allowing sidewalk cafes and avoid the potential problems. 12 .2 SIDEWALK CAFE DEFINED A sidewalk cafe is any group of tables, chairs, benches, and suitable decorative devices maintained upon any sidewalk for the use in the sale to the public of food, refreshments, and beverages of all kinds. 12 .3 LOCATION OF SIDEWALK CAFE 12 .3 . 1 PROXIMITY TO LICENSED FOOD ESTABLISHMENT May 1 , 1993 PAGE NO. 12 ;0 l e A sidewalk cafe existin be licensed adjacent operating cfood proximity to an g, establishment. In instances where the location of a cafe extends into the right-of-way in front of another property owner, the owner of the proposed cafe shall be responsible for securing a lease agreement with the effective property owner prior to the issuance of the permit. Permits shall be issued only to validly licensed restaurants that wish to provide tables and chairs on the sidewalks adjacent to their businesses for use by the general public. 12 .3 . 2 PEDESTRIAN PATH CLEARANCE Sidewalk cafes must be limited to five feet of the sidewalk depth. A clear pedestrian path must be maintained at all times free of planters, menu boards, display tables and any other obstructions . The permittee shall use positive action to assure that isesSesidewalkeuserswainterferes or limits theirfree emunobstructed embarras passage. 12 .3 .3 RELATION TO LOT AND CURB The tables may be located either at the lot line or at the curbside. 12 .4 DESIGN REQUIREMENTS 12 .4 . 1 QUALITY ASSURANCE Tables, chairs, umbrellas and any other objectstprovided with the sidewalk cafe shall be of high quality material, and workmanship; both to assure the safety and convenience of users, and to enhance the visual and aesthetic quality of the urban environment. Design, materials, and colors shall be sympathetic and harmonious with the environment. 12 .4.2 HISTORIC ARCHITECTURAL DISTRICT Ocean Drive is located within the Miami Beach Architectural District as listed on the National Register of Historic Places and has been designated a local preservation district by the City of Miami Beach. Sidewalk cafes shalresetfulgnof with the sensitivity concentration tof existing streetscape, Pec PAGE NO. 13 May 1 , 1993 -J existing tropical deco buildings , and in a manner that is compatible with the size, scale, materials and character of the existing buildings and the street. 12 .4 . 3 TABLE AND CHAIR ATTACHMENTS Tables, umbrellas and chairs shall not be attached, chained or affixed to any tree, post, sign or other fixtures, curb or sidewalk within or near the permitted area. 12 .4 . 4 SIGNAGE No advertising signs or business identification signs shall be permitted in the public right of way. This shall prohibit the use of umbrellas carrying company logotypes or other commercial graphics. Menu boards of . a uniform size and style shall be permitted. 12 . 5 SERVICE QUALITY STANDARDS 12 . 5 . 1 WAITER SERVICE All food shall be provided by waiter or waitress service. Self-service operations are prohibited. 12. 5.2 FLATWEAR AND CHINA Restaurants shall use the same flatwear and china at sidewalk tables as used for inside tables. 12 . 5 . 3 LIMITED TO ACTUAL OPERATIONS All tables and accessory items must be removed from the sidewalk whenever the sidewalk cafe is not in actual operation. 12 .5.4 MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR Tables, chairs, umbrellas, and any other objects provided with a sidewalk cafe shall be maintained with a clean and attractive appearance and shall be in good repair at all times . The sidewalk area from lot line to curb shall be maintained in a neat and orderly appearance at all times and the area shall be cleared of all debris on a periodic basis during the day, and again at the close of each business day. 12 . 5 .5 CONDUCT OF PATRONS Licensee is strictly accountable for the maintenance of PAGE 1 , 1993 NO. 14 32 good order in the sidewalk cafe and proper conduct of his patrons . 12 6 APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS 12 .6 . 1 REQUIRED APPROVALS The location and design of the tables, chairs and awnings shall be approved by the Planning and Zoning Department, Public Works Department and Fire Department. 12 . 6.2 REQUIRED SUBMISSIONS A site plan shall be submitted indicating the location of the proposed use. Additionally, information shall be submitted which indicates the type of chairs, tables and awning that will be provided on the property. 12 .7 PARKING IMPACT There is no parking requirement for sidewalk cafes. As such, an impact fee is not required. 12 .8 LIABILITY AND INSURANCE 12 . 8. 1 LIABILITY Prior to the issuance of a permit, the applicant shall furnish the City with a signed statement that the permittee shall hold-harmless the city, its officers and employees and shall indemnify the city, its officers and employees for any claims for damages to property or injury to persons which may be occasioned by any activity carried on under the terms of the permit. 12 .8.2 REQUIRED INSURANCE Permittee shall furnish and maintain such public liability, food products liability, and property damage from all claims and damage to property or bodily injury, including death, which may arise from operations under the permit or in connection therewith. Such insurance shall provide coverage of not less than one million dollars for bodily injury, property mage respectively per occurrence. Such insurance shall be without prejudice to coverage otherwise existing therein and shall name as additional insureds the city, its officer and employees. 13 BY-LAWS OF THE OCEAN DRIVE ASSOCIATION PAGE NO. 15 May 1 , 1993 33 [revised and restated -- April 29 . 1993 ] 13 . 1 NAME The name of this association shall be the Ocean Drive Association. 13 . 2 PURPOSE The purpose of the association is to promote the revitalization of the Ocean Drive neighborhood. 13 .3 AFFILIATION The association shall be affiliated as a constituent part of the Miami Beach Development Corporation. MBDC shall , provide staff support, operating assistance and fiscal stewardship. The Association shall act as an independent policy making body. 13 .4 MEMBERSHIP Persons who are Ocean Drive property owners or Ocean Drive business owners -- from 5th Street to 15th Street shall be eligible for membership. Applicants shall be admitted to membership upon complying with the following admission requirements: an expression of commitment to the purpose of the association, completion of a membership application form, and payment of membership due, if any. 13 . 5 MEMBERSHIP MEETINGS The annual membership meeting shall be convened by the Chairman at the specific date, time and place designated by the Board for the purpose of election of officers. Regular membership meetings shall be held periodically at such frequency as shall from time to time be determined by the membership, .but no less frequently than once a month. All members shall receive written notice by mail of each membership meeting. At any duly called membership meeting a quorum shall be composed of the members present. 13 .6 EXECUTIVE BOARD An Executive Board shall be composed of the chairman, PAGE NO. 16 May 1 , 1993 34 vice-chairman, and such other members as the membership shall from time to time elect. Meetings shall be convened at the call of the chairman upon written notice to each director. At any duly called meeting a quorum shall be composed of those directors present. 13 .7 OFFICERS The membership shall annually elect a chairman and a vice-chairman. The chairman shall appoint such committee chairman as shall from time to time be deemed necessary, subject to ratification of the Executive Board. The duties of each of the officers shall be those that are normal for such an association and those additional duties as may from time to time be specifically provided by the Executive Board. 13 . 8 AMENDMENT These By-Laws may be amended by majority vote at any duly convened membership meeting. 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