Resolution 2023-32570RESOLUTION NO. 2023-32570
A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, ACCEPTING THE RECOMMENDATION OF
THE PUBLIC SAFETY AND NEIGHBORHOOD QUALITY OF LIFE
COMMITTEE, AND PRIORITIZING FUNDING FOR A MONUMENT
ISLAND RESTORATION PROJECT (THE "PROJECT") AS PART OF
THE FY 2024 CAPITAL BUDGET, WHICH PROJECT WOULD INCLUDE
DESIGN AND INSTALLATION OF A RIPRAP REVETMENT AND
RELATED SIGNAGE AND OTHER PROJECT SCOPE REQUIRED TO
OBTAIN FEDERAL, STATE AND COUNTY APPROVAL FOR CREATION
OF A MOTORIZED VESSEL EXCLUSION ZONE SURROUNDING
MONUMENT ISLAND, TO EXCLUSIVELY ALLOW FOR PASSIVE USES
WITHIN THE NON -MOTORIZED VESSEL AND SWIM ONLY AREA;
FURTHER,'DIRECTING THE CITY ADMINISTRATION TO COMMENCE
THE COMPLEX REGULATORY APPROVAL PROCESS NECESSARY
FOR ESTABLISHMENT OF THE MOTORIZED VESSEL EXCLUSION
ZONE AS EXPEDITIOUSLY AS POSSIBLE.
WHEREAS, on April 17, 2013, the Mayor and City Commission approved
Resolution No. 2013-28183 accepting a donation from The Prentice Foundation, in the
amount of $25,000, to be used for the restoration and conservancy of Monument Island
and the Flagler Memorial; and
WHEREAS, on November 1, 2021, the Sustainability Committee motion was
transmitted by Letter to Commission recommending that the $25,000 allocated for the
enhancement and conservation of Flagler Monument Island be allocated to projects that
will stop motorized vessels from beaching on the island while enhancing the island's
ecological features; and
WHEREAS, on February 28, 2023, the Public Safety and Neighborhood Quality of
Life Committee unanimously agreed to move the project forward for prioritization in the
FY 2024 capital budget process; and
WHEREAS, the cost of implementing all of the recommendations will exceed the
$25,000 donation and additional funding will be required, wherein such funds will be
utilized for, among other project -related expenditures, the development of a project scope
to include navigating the complex regulatory process of obtaining the necessary County,
State and Federal regulatory approvals.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT DULY RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, that the Mayor and City
Commission hereby accept the, recommendation of the Public Safety and Neighborhood
Quality of Life Committee, and prioritize funding for a Monument Island Restoration
Project (the "Project") as part of the FY 2024 Capital Budget, which Project would include
design and installation of a riprap revetment and related signage and other project scope
required to obtain Federal, State and County approval for creation of a motorized vessel
exclusion zone surrounding Monument Island, to exclusively allow for passive uses within
the non -motorized vessel and swim only area; further, directing the City Administration to
commence the complex regulatory approval process necessary for establishment of the
motorized vessel exclusion zone as expeditiously as possible.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this d$ day of April, 202
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ATTEST:
Dan Gelber, Mayor
171 MAY 0 2 ' 923
Rafael E. Granado, City Clerk
(Sponsored by Commissioner Steven Meiner and co -sponsored by Commissioner
Laura Dominguez)
APPROVED AS TO
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Resolutions C7 F
MIAMIBEACH
COMMISSION MEMORANDUM
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Commission
FROM: Alina T. Hudak, City Manager
DATE: April 28, 2023
SUBJECT:A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND COMMISSION OF THE CITY
OF MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, ACCEPTING THE RECOMMENDATION
OF THE PUBLIC , SAFETY AND NEIGHBORHOOD QUALITY OF
LIFE COMMITTEE, AND PRIORITIZING - 'FUNDING FOR A
MONUMENT ISLAND 'RESTORATION PROJECT (THE "PROJECT") AS
PART OF THE FY 2024 CAPITAL BUDGET, WHICH PROJECT WOULD
INCLUDE DESIGN AND INSTALLATION OF A RIPRAP REVETMENT
AND RELATED SIGNAGE AND OTHER PROJECT SCOPE REQUIRED
TO OBTAIN FEDERAL, STATE AND COUNTY APPROVAL FOR
CREATION OF A MOTORIZED VESSEL EXCLUSION ZONE
SURROUNDING MONUMENT ISLAND, TO EXCLUSIVELY ALLOW FOR
PASSIVE USES WITHIN THE NON -MOTORIZED VESSEL AND SWIM
ONLY AREA; FURTHER, DIRECTING THE CITY ADMINISTRATION TO
COMMENCE THE COMPLEX REGULATORY APPROVAL PROCESS
NECESSARY FOR ESTABLISHMENT OF THE MOTORIZED VESSEL
EXCLUSION ZONE AS EXPEDITIOUSLYAS POSSIBLE.
RECOMMENDATION
The Administration recommends adopting the resolution.
BACKGROUNDIHISTORY
On April 17, 2013, the Mayor and City Commission approved Resolution No. 2013-28183,
accepting a donation from The Prentice Foundation in the amount of $25,000. As outlined in the
Resolution, the funds were intended for the restoration and conservancy of Monument Island
and the Flagler Memorial. However, the funding was not utilized.
On December 8,' 2021, at the request of Commissioner Samuelian, the Mayor and City
Commission approved a referral (C4 Z) to the Land Use and Sustainability 'Committee (LUSC)
to discuss the use of the funds. At the March 4, 2022 LUSC meeting, the Administration
presented the options providing the Sustainability Committee's recommendation as previously
transmitted via LTC#474-2021. Subsequently on April 6, 2022, the Mayor and City Commission
discussed options for Monument Island and referred (C4 C) 'the item to the Finance and
Economic Resiliency Committee.
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On November 16, 2022, Commissioner Meiner referred a discussion of the Marine and
Waterfront Protection Authority Board's recommendation that the City establish a non -motorized
Boat Zone in the waters immediately surrounding Monument Island to the Public Safety and
Neighborhood and Quality of Life Committee (PSNQLC). On February 28, 2023, a PSNQLC
motion was passed in,, support of a FY 2024 capital project for a rip -rap revetment, a non -
motorized and swim only zone and restore the ecological function of Monument Island to create
a passive use of the island.
ANALYSIS
The Administration has developed a conceptual scope for an estimated $910,000 FY 2024
Capital Budget request to include design, permitting, and construction of ecological restoration,
riprap revetment, and non -motorized vessel/vessel exclusion zone markers surrounding
Monument Island. This passive use of Monument Island would encourage public access but in
a way that would reduce the trash and litter left by some boaters. In addition, preventing boats
from beaching on the island would help support the protection of remaining seagrasses and
encourage recruitment of new seagrasses, essential for the ecosystem function of the Biscayne
Bay Aquatic Preserve.
SUPPORTING SURVEY DATA
According to the 2022 Resident Survey, the cleanliness of canals/waterways is recommended
as a High Priority for improvement, ranking as #2 in the Importance -Satisfaction Ratings of
Major Categories of City Services.
FINANCIAL INFORMATION
n/a
CONCLUSION
The Administration acknowledges the recommendation of the Public Safety and Neighborhood
Quality of Life Committee motion to prioritize this proposed FY 2024 capital project for a riprap
revetment, anon -motorized and swim -only zone to create a passive use of Monument Island
and restore the ecological function. This, along with other Commission and Administration
enhancement priorities will be reviewed and decided through the FY 23-24 Budget process.
Applicable Area
Citywide
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No
Strategic Connection
Environment & Infrastructure - Work regionally and nationally to protect Biscayne Bay water
quality and to maintain a healthy dune and beach system.
Legislative Tracking
Environment and Sustainability
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Sponsor
Commissioner Meiner and Commissioner Dominguez
ATTACHMENTS:
Description
❑' Referral Memo
❑ Resolution
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Coversheet
Committee Assignments - C4 O
MIAMI BEACH
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Commission
FROM: Commissioner Steven Meiner
DATE: November 16, 2022
COMMISSION MEMORANDUM
SUBJECT: REFERRAL TO THE PUBLIC SAFETY AND NEIGHBORHOOD QUALITY OF LIFE COMMITTEE
TO CONSIDER THE MARINE AND WATERFRONT PROTECTION AUTHORITY
BOARD'S RECOMMENDATION THAT THE CITY ESTABLISH A NON -MOTORIZED BOAT ZONE
IN THE WATERS IMMEDIATELY SURROUNDING MONUMENT ISLAND.
ANALYSIS
Please place on the November 16, 2022 agenda a referral to the Public Safety and Neighborhood Quality of Life Committee to
discuss the potential establishment of a "Non -Motorized Boating Zone" in the area surrounding Monument Island, as recommended
by the Marine and Waterfront Protection Authority last year.
In 2019, the City obtained State approval to establish a no wake/slow speed zone in the area surrounding Monument Island.
However, the area continues to serve as a destination for boaters, illegal party boats, and jet skiers.
There are 2 pending referrals to the Committee relating to Monument Island that will be heard in the near future, including
a proposal to close Monument Island to the public altogether. It is my intent for this proposal to be considered along with the other
Monument Island proposals, as I believe the Committee would benefit from a discussion of all of the potential alternatives to
improve the situation in and around Monument Island.
As part of this referral, I would ask that the Administration and City Attorney's Office be prepared to address the regulatory and
legal issues associated with creation of a "Non -Motorized Vessel Zone."
SUPPORTING SURVEY DATA
N/A
FINANCIAL INFORMATION
N/A
Is this a "Residents RigbLtQ
Know" item, pursuant to
Ci Code Section 2-14?
Yes
L egislative Tracking
Commissioner Steven Meiner
Does this item utilize G.O.
Bond Funds?
No
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