LTC 052-2024 Marine and Waterfront Protection Authority (MWPA) MotionsMIAMI/BEACH
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NO. LTC # 052-2024 LETTER TO COMMISSION
TO: Honorable Mayor Steven Meiner Members of the City Commission
FROM: Rafael E. Granado, City Clerk
REGIS BARBOU
DATE: February 13, 2024
SUBJECT: Marine and Waterfront Protection Authority (MWPA) Motions
The purpose of this Letter to Commission is to provide the memo from the Marine and Waterfront Protection
Authority (MWPA) Board meeting that occurred on February 13, 2024.
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MIAMI BEACH
MARINE AND WATERFRONT PROTECTION AUTHORITY BOARD
TO:
FROM:
DATE:
SUBJECT:
Honorable Mayor Steven Meiner and Members of the City Commission
Marine and Waterfront Protection Authority Board
February 13, 2024
Enhancing Charter Boat BTR Approval and Renewal Procedures
The purpose of this memo is to advise the Mayor and Members of the City Commission that the
Marine Waterfront Protection Authority (MWPA) has identified critical gaps in the current
Business Tax Receipt (BTR) approval and renewal process for charter boats within our
jurisdiction. Our advisory role lacks the authority to deny BTR applications, even for operators
with histories of citations, complaints, or violations. This limitation hampers our commitment to
upholding maritime conduct and environmental stewardship standards.
In response, the MWPA unanimously recommends establishing a structured approval process
granting us the authority to evaluate and approve initial BTR applications for charter boats. We
also propose implementing a renewal process that mandates a review of any violations or
complaints against charter operations. This approach ensures that renewals are contingent on a
satisfactory compliance record, with the MWPA having the final say on renewals for those with
significant non-compliance issues.
Additionally, we suggest requiring charter boats to report any operational changes during their
BTR renewal application, promoting transparency and adherence to regulations.
We request that the City Commission direct the City administration to assess these
recommendations and develop a framework that enables the MWPA to effectively oversee
charter boat operations. By formalizing these procedures, we aim to better safeguard our
waterways and ensure that charter boats meet our city's esteemed standards.
The MWPA sincerely thanks you for your consideration.
Respectfully, GE»
bave p8eyer
MWPA Vice Chair
2/13/2024 I 12:48 PM PST