Resolution 2023-32492 RESOLUTION NO.; 2023-32492
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A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE USE OF FUNDS FROM
THE MIAMI BEACH TREE PRESERVATION TRUST FUND TO
PURCHASE 100 TREES FOR THE APRIL 1ST EARTH MONTH EVENT.
WHEREAS, Miami Beach's trees are a defining and valued feature of the City of
Miami Beach (the "City"), recognized for the important contribution they provide in
mitigating the effects of climate change, beautifying the City's landscaping, and
providing shelter to local fauna; and
WHEREAS, trees provide countless benefits which promote environmental
health, improve quality of life, and beautify spaces; and
WHEREAS, a lack of tree canopy can increase the heat island effect, a
phenomenon where there are pockets of higher temperatures and mostly occurs in
cities, where the built environment absorbs sunlight and radiates heat back into the
environment; and
WHEREAS, the City has a goal to increase the City's canopy cover to 22% by
the year 2040; and
WHEREAS, tree giveaways are a wonderful opportunity to educate residents on
the various benefits of different tree species and proper tree maintenance for their
selected tree; and
WHEREAS, per Sec. 46-65. (4) (d) The Miami Beach Tree Preservation Trust
Fund must be used to obtain trees, landscaping, irrigation systems, and any other items
or materials necessary and proper for the preservation, maintenance, relocation or
restoration of trees and the urban forest on any publicly owned land or publicly
accessible parcels in Miami Beach or for similar programs approved by the City
Commission.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT DULY RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, that the Mayor and City
Commission hereby authorize the use of funds from the Miami Beach Tree Preservation
Trust Fund to purchase 100 trees for the April 1st Earth Month Event.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this eta day of February, 2 3.
ATTEST:
Dan Gelber, Mayor
APPROVED AS TO
FORM & LANGUAGE
Rafae E. Granado, City Clerk
FEB L 4 2023 & FOR EXECUTION
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MIAMI BEACH
COMMISSION MEMORANDUM
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Commission
FROM: Alina T. Hudak, City Manager
DATE: February 22, 2023
SUBJECT:A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, APPROVING THE USE OF TREE TRUST FUND
MONIES TO PURCHASE ONE HUNDRED (100) TREES FOR THE APRIL
FIRST EARTH MONTH EVENT.
RECOMMENDATION
The Administration recommends the adoption of the Resolution.
BACKGROUND/HISTORY
In celebration of Earth Month, the Environment and Sustainability Department will be hosting an
event at Altos Del Mar Park on April 1, 2023, which will include a tree giveaway. We will use this
opportunity to educate residents on the benefits of trees and encourage canopy growth.
ANALYSIS
The Urban Forestry Master Plan is structured around the goal to increase the City's urban
canopy from 17% to 22% coverage by the year 2040. The clearest path to reach this goal is by
utilizing a multi-pronged approach that includes public and private property, given that 74% of
property is privately owned and 79% of the tree canopy is on private property. The main
strategies to protect and grow the canopy include GO Bond reforestation, the Tree Preservation
Program (Chapter 46), Land Development Regulations (Chapter 126) and the Urban Forestry
Master Plan that is a guidance document to establish best management practices for
developing and maintaining a healthy and sustainable urban tree canopy. Community outreach
is another important strategy that encourages tree plantings in private properties. Utilizing the
Tree Trust Fund for tree giveaways helps to increase community outreach and education and
provide trees to residents.
The Miami Beach Tree Preservation Trust Fund was created for the purpose of accepting and
disbursing the replacement fees paid to the City of Miami Beach as part of tree work permits
and any other monies deposited with the Environment and Sustainability Department for tree
preservation purposes. Per Sec. 46-65. (4) (d) The trust funds must be used to obtain trees,
landscaping, irrigation systems, and any other items or materials necessary and proper for the
preservation, maintenance, relocation or restoration of trees and the urban forest on any publicly
owned land or publicly accessible parcels in Miami Beach. Further, the trust funds may also be
expended for similar programs approved by the City Commission. While the tree giveaway is
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for residential property, it is a similar program to meet tree canopy goals and City Commission
approval is required.
SUPPORTING SURVEY DATA
The 2022 Community Survey results indicate that 71%of residents would like to see more trees
in their neighborhood.
FINANCIAL INFORMATION
N/A
Amount(s)/Account(s):
Miami Beach Tree Preservation Trust Fund: 127-6505-000312-00-406-555-00-00-00
CONCLUSION
The tree giveaway is an additional tool to increase the urban canopy of the City of Miami Beach,
to help reach our City's goal of 22%urban tree canopy by 2040.
Applicable Area
Citywide
Is this a"Residents Right Does this item utilize G.O.
to Know" item. pursuant to Bond Funds?
City Code Section 2-14?
Yes No
Strategic Connection
Environment& Infrastructure - Reduce greenhouse gas emissions and heat.
Legislative Tracking
Environment and Sustainability
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