LTC 134-2003 CITY of MIAMI BEACH
Office of the City Manager
Letter to Commission
TO:
FROM:
SUBJECT:
Mayor David Dermer and
Members of the City Commission
Jorge M. Gonzalez
City Manager
WEEKLY UPDATE
Date: June 6, 2003
The purpose of this LTC is to provide the Mayor and Commission with an update
describing some of the areas the administration focused on during the week of
June 2, 2003:
Neighborhood Leadership Academy - The Fire Department presented an
overview of their responsibilities and services to academy participants on June 2.
The participant's surveys, completed at the end of each session, will be compiled
and shared with each department. A final report, including a summary of all
three Neighborhood Leadership academies, will be presented to the Mayor and
Commission.
Ali-America City Award - Members of the administration continue finalizing
logistical and presentation details as well as seeking sponsors for the upcoming
Ali-America City Award presentation in Washington, D.C. The City will send a
delegation comprised of staff representatives and community and business
activists to participate in the final round of the competition in Washington, D.C.
from June 12-14, 2003.
Modes of Rapid Transit Options - The Consultant, HDR Engineering, Inc., is
preparing to host a follow-up public information workshop on June 9, beginning at
6:00 p.m. in the Miami Beach Convention Center, Board Room D237-239. The
workshop, discussing modes of rapid transit options, provided an opportunity to
review evaluations and results from a recent Modes of Transit study while
affording the public with a forum to express their perspective and receive
answers to their concerns. A special Commission meeting to vote on the
proposal has also been scheduled for July 10, beginning at 5:00 p.m. in the
Commission Chambers.
Charter Review Board - A public meeting was held on June 3 to address the
renewal of the City's charter. Further information, and agenda minutes, can be
found on the City's internet under E-Government, Boards and Committees. The
next meeting is scheduled to take place June 10, beginning at 4:30 p.m. in the
Mayor's Conference Room.
Ethics Training Seminar - Members of the administration hosted a Miami-Dade
County Commission on Ethics training seminar on June 2. The seminar, led by
the County's Robert Meyers, focused on strengthening ethical practices citywide.
A second meeting, for those not able to previously attend, took place on June 9.
Handbills and Flyers Proposed Ordinance - Members of the administration,
alongside representatives from the Nightlife Industry Task Force, hosted a
meeting on June 3 to discuss a proposed handbills and flyers ordinance. The
publicly advertised meeting afforded members of the community with a forum to
express their perspective on the ordinance which seeks to better describe what
constitutes a handbill and clarify enforcement regulations.
North Beach MiMo Architecture Multimedia/Web Design Competition - In an
effort to enhance promotion and information dissemination efforts in North
Beach, the City is sponsoring a multimedia presentation/web design competition.
Students from various design and art schools and similar programs are
encouraged to produce and submit a creative and cutting edge multimedia
presentation best which best educates the public on the North Beach area and its
renowned Miami Modern (MiMo) architecture. Applications are currently
available on the City's website, under "What's New."
Landlord and Tenant Workshop - Representatives from the administration are
preparing to host a public information workshop on June 9 to discuss landlord
and tenant conflict resolution. The mini workshop, in conjunction with the Legal
Services of Greater Miami, Inc., will address landlord and tenant rights,
responsibilities and where to seek assistance. The workshop is scheduled to
begin at 6:30 p.m. in the First Floor Conference Room.
Rehabilitation of Historic Properties - Members of the administration are
preparing to host a public meeting on June 13, beginning at 8:30 a.m. in the City
Manager's Large Conference Room, detailing the various financial incentives
available for the rehabilitation of historically significant properties.
Middle Beach Neighborhood Meeting Representatives from the
administration and the Police Department are preparing to host a community
meeting on June 16 to address various Middle Beach neighborhood issues. The
meeting, beginning at 6:30 p.m. in the Nautilus Middle School Cafeteria, will
provide residents with a forum to express their concerns as well as receive input
from various city departments.
If you have any questions or need any additional information, please feel free to
contact me.
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