2011-27588 Reso RESOLUTION NO.
2011 -27588
A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION
OF THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, APPROVING
THE CITY'S STATE LEGISLATIVE AGENDA FOR THE 2011
SESSION OF THE FLORIDA LEGISLATURE.
WHEREAS, State legislation may need to be enacted to protect and enhance the
City's interests; and
WHEREAS, State legislation may be proposed which may negatively impact the
City; and
WHEREAS, the City must avail itself of all potential sources of funds; and
WHEREAS, it is imperative that the City's legislative consultant is aware of, and has
a list of, City priorities; and
WHEREAS, the City's numerous State -level needs have been assessed and
prioritized to produce the most effective use of its legislative team.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, that the State Legislative
Agenda for the 2011 Session of the Florida Legislature be approved, as more specifically
set forth in the attached Exhibit A.
PASSED and ADOPTED this 7'MI day of f ah1Clr /2011.
Mayor
ATTEST:
City Clerk
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COMMISSION ITEM SUMMARY
Condensed Title:
A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE CITY'S LEGISLATIVE AGENDA FOR THE 2011 SESSION OF THE
FLORIDA LEGISLATURE
Key Intended Outcome Supported:
Supports Multiple KIOs
Supporting Data (Surveys, Environmental Scan, etc.): The quality of the beaches appears as
one of the most important areas affecting quality of life. More recreational opportunities are
ranked as one of the changes that will make Miami Beach a better place to live. Storm
drainage catch basins cleaning citywide; improving infrastructure was listed number 5 in
important safety areas for the City to address.
Issue:
Shall the City Commission approve the City's legislative agenda for the 2011 Session?
Item Summary/Recommendation:
The Administration recommends that the Mayor and City Commission adopt the resolution
approving the City's legislative agenda for the 2011 session of the Florida Legislature.
In September 2010, the City's lobbyists met with the Mayor and each Commissioner to discuss
the final legislative agenda and the City's priorities for the 2011 legislative session. Attached,
please find the proposed 2011 State Legislative Agenda for consideration and approval. Some of
the key priorities include: The Miami Beach Convention Center & Conference Facility Expansion
project; Local Government Revenue Restrictions; Online Hotel Tax Collections; Pension and
Insurance Reform; Transportation Funding; Anchoring of Vessels; Bert J. Harris Act; Affordable
Housing; Condominium Reform; Protection of Ocean Lifeguards; Local Authority; Renewable
Energy; and Education.
It is recommended that the Mayor and Commission approve the 2011 State Legislative Agenda.
Advisory Board Recommendation:
N/A
Financial Information:
Source of Amount Account
Funds: 1
N/A 2
3
OBPI Total
Financial Impact Summary: N/A
City Clerk's Office Legislative Tracking:
Kevin Crowder, Economic Development
Sign - Offs:
Department Director As --AL ant 't y Manager City Manager
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COMMISSION MEMORANDUM
TO: Mayor Matti H. Bower and Members of the City Commission
FROM: Jorge M. Gonzalez, City Manager — !�
DATE: January 19, 2011
SUBJECT: A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR QND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, APPROVING THE CITY'S STATE LEGISLATIVE
AGENDA FOR THE 2011 SESSION OF THE FLORIDA LEGISLATURE;
FURTHER DIRECTING THE ADMINISTRATION TO CONTINUE TO MONITOR
ECONOMIC STIMULUS LEGISLATION AND MAKE THE APPROPRIATE
ADJUSTMENTS TO THE CITY'S 2011 STATE LEGISLATIVE AGENDA AND TO
THE CITY'S LIST OF ECONOMIC STIMULUS INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECTS.
Administration Recommendation
Adopt the Resolution
Background
In September 2010, the City's lobbyists met with the Mayor and each Commissioner to
discuss the final legislative agenda and the City's priorities for the 2011 State legislative
session. The legislative session is scheduled to begin on March 7, 2011. Attached, please
find the proposed 2011 State Legislative Agenda for consideration and approval. Some of
the key issues include:
• Miami Beach Convention Center & Conference Facility Expansion
• Local Government Revenue Restrictions
• Online Hotel Tax Collections
• Pension and Insurance Reform
• Transportation Funding
• Anchoring of Vessels
• Expansion of Gambling
• Protection of Ocean Rescue Lifeguards
• Bottle and Can Deposits
• Regulation of Plastic Bags and Styrofoam Containers
• Preservation of Local Authority
• Education Issues
This year will present significant funding challenges during the legislative session, as was
discussed at the meetings with the lobbyists.
The education issues facing the state are significant, especially in light of the state budget
condition. The Administration will continue to meet with the Quality in Education Committee
at the end of January and in February to discuss any additional legislative priorities that they
January 19, 2011 Commission Memorandum
State Legislative Agenda
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recommend for education - related issues.
Item R9J placed on on the January 19, 2011 City Commission Agenda by Commissioner
Wolfson is a discussion regarding the Dolphins efforts to seek public dollars and direction to
the City's lobbying team to oppose attempts to obtains public funding for the stadium.
Additional items may also be presented to the City Commission during the months of March
and April as the legislative process unfolds.
Conclusion
The Administration recommends that the Mayor and City Commission adopt the resolution
approving the City's legislative agenda for the 2011 session of the Florida Legislature.
JMG /HF /kc
Attachments:
Attachment A: 2009 State Legislative Agenda
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