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2012-27851 Reso RESOLUTION NO. 2012-27851 A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER OR HIS DESIGNEE TO SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING GRANT APPLICATIONS: 1) FLORIDA INLAND NAVIGATION DISTRICT FOR FUNDING IN THE APPROXIMATE AMOUNT OF $1,000,000 FOR THE CONSTRUCTION PHASE OF SOUTH POINTE PIER; 2) STATE OF FLORIDA, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH, FOR FUNDING IN THE APPROXIMATE AMOUNT OF $20,000 FOR EQUIPMENT RELATED TO PRE-HOSPITAL EMERGENCY SERVICES; 3) THE ASSOCIATION OF PERFORMING ARTS PRESENTERS AND METLIFE FOUNDATION IN THE APPROXIMATE AMOUNT OF $25,000 FOR SLEEPLESS NIGHT 2012; AND, 4) STATE OF FLORIDA, DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION, LAND AND WATER CONSERVATION FUND IN THE APPROXIMATE AMOUNT OF $200,000 FOR THE PAR 3 GOLF COURSE MASTER PLAN PROJECT; APPROPRIATING THE ABOVE FUNDS, IF APPROVED AND ACCEPTED BY THE CITY, AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF ALL NECESSARY DOCUMENTS RELATED TO THESE APPLICATIONS WHEREAS, the Florida Legislature created s. 374.976, Florida Statutes in recognition of the importance and benefits of inland navigation channels and waterways, as well as in acknowledgement of the problems associated with the construction, continued maintenance and use of these waterways and this law authorizes and empowers each inland navigation district to undertake programs intended to alleviate the problems associated with its waterways; and WHEREAS, the Administration intends to submit an application under this program for the construction of South Pointe Park Pier, which is the last remaining pier on the Atlantic Ocean side of Miami Beach; and WHEREAS, the project is currently in the Permitting phase with the Environmental agencies and the construction is projected to commence by September 1, 2012; and WHEREAS, in order to receive an award for this project, the permits must be in hand by September 2012; and WHEREAS, in 2009, the City was awarded funding in the amount of $323,077 from FIND for Phase 1 of the South Pointe Park Pier project which included planning, design and engineering related to rebuilding the existing pier and the total cost of this project is budgeted at$6.7 million; and WHEREAS, this request is for funding is in the approximate amount of$1 million for construction and the grant requires a $1:$1 match which is available from previously appropriated South Pointe Capital Funds for the South Pointe Pier project; and WHEREAS, this project supports the key intended outcome: ensure value and timely delivery of quality capital projects; and WHEREAS, in accordance with FIND guidelines, Attachment 1 Florida Inland Navigation District's Resolution for Assistance 2012 under The Florida Inland Navigation District Waterways Assistance Program Is attached to, and included in this agenda item; and WHEREAS, approval is therefore requested to submit an application to Florida Inland Navigation District (FIND) in the approximate amount of $1,000,000 for the Construction Phase of South Pointe Pier; and WHEREAS, the State of Florida EMS Matching grant program provides emergency medical service providers with funds to acquire, repair improve or upgrade emergency medical services systems and the funds must be used for the improvement and expansion of emergency medical services within the list of eligible activities outlined by the State; and WHEREAS, the Administration has requested funding in the approximate amount of $20,000 for an Auto Pulse System, which will to allow Emergency Medical Services personnel to employ a more effective method for delivering chest compressions; and WHEREAS, the grant requires a 25% match of the total project cost and the Fire Department has funding available in its FY 11/12 operating budget to cover the costs of this match; WHEREAS, this grant supports the key intended outcome: increase community satisfaction with City government; and WHEREAS, approval is therefore requested to submit an application to the State of Florida, Department of Health for funding in the approximate amount of $20,000 for equipment related to Pre-Hospital Emergency Services; and WHEREAS, the Association of Performing Arts Presenters and MetLife Foundation have recently launched a new program: All-In: Re-imagining Community Participation and the goal of this program is to support innovative strategies that target the full spectrum of community members from all generations and populations in community-based performing arts programs; and WHEREAS, one-year grants of up to $25,000 will be awarded to presenting organizations in support of promising new approaches to community engagement through the performing arts; and WHEREAS, the goals of Sleepless Night are to strengthen South Florida's reputation as a top cultural tourism destination by becoming a major annual signature event, on par with Art Basel Miami Beach and the South Beach Wine and Food Festival; to build arts audiences, increase public awareness of the arts and educate the local arts practitioners; create community through the shared experience of diverse audiences; to forge partnerships; and to enliven both culturally and economically the previously depressed final month of hurricane season; and WHEREAS, Sleepless Night 2012 will present over 150 free arts and entertainment experiences at 100 different locations concentrated in four zones within the city. Included in the event are free museum admissions, indoor and outdoor art installations and performances, architectural tours, dance and dancing, theater, music, slam poetry, film, fashion, acrobatics, comedy and other cultural offerings; and WHEREAS, the Administration intends to apply to the Association of Performing Arts Presenters and MetLife Foundation for funding in the amount of $25,000 for Sleepless Night 2012; and WHEREAS, this grant does not require a match and this project supports the key intended outcome maximize Miami Beach as a destination brand; and WHEREAS, approval is therefore requested to submit an application to the Association of Performing Arts Presenters and MetLife Foundation in the approximate amount of$25,000 for Sleepless Night 2012; and WHEREAS, the Par 3 Golf Course Master Plan Project includes the renovation of the existing golf course and the construction of park amenities such as a jogging trail, playground, water feature, two tennis courts, lake/wetland preserve and restrooms; and WHEREAS, the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) is a competitive program which provides grants for acquisition or development of land for public outdoor recreation use and the program is administered by Florida's Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), Division of Recreation and Parks on behalf of the U.S. Department of the Interior, National Park Service; and WHEREAS, the maximum grant amount is $200,000; and WHEREAS, LWCF assisted park land must be dedicated as a public outdoor recreation area in perpetuity. Grantees must commit to operate and maintain LWCF assisted public recreation facilities in reasonable repair for a minimum of 25 years after completion of construction to prevent undue deterioration and grantees are allowed up to three years from the effective date of the agreement to complete development projects; and WHEREAS, LWCF maintains the following regulations regarding fees: Fees charged to nonresidents cannot exceed twice the amount charged to residents and where there is no charge for residents, but a fee is charged to nonresidents, nonresident fees cannot exceed fees charged for residents at comparable state or local public facilities and reservation, membership or annual permit systems available to residents must also be available to nonresidents and the period of availability must be the same for both residents and nonresidents and these provisions apply only to the recreation areas described in the grant agreement; and WHEREAS, the Administration intends to apply to LWCF for $200,000 for the Par 3 project, and will provide a $200,000 match and the grant and matching funds will partially cover the cost of the following primary elements: tot lot/playground, jogging trail, tennis court and splash pad; and support elements: parking lot, restroom, and matching funds for this project are available in previously appropriated MDC CDT Interlocal — CDT/Resort Tax funds for the Par 3 Golf Course Master Plan project; and WHEREAS, this project supports the key intended outcome: ensure value and timely delivery of quality capital projects; and WHEREAS, approval is requested to submit an application to the Land and Water Conservation fund in the approximate amount of $200,000 for the Par 3 Golf Course Master Plan Project; and NOW THEREFORE, BE IT DULY RESOLVED THAT THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH that the Mayor and City Commission hereby approve and authorize the City Manager or his designee to submit the following grant applications to: 1) Florida Inland Navigation District for funding in the approximate amount of $1,000,000 for the construction phase of South Pointe Pier; and, 2) State of Florida, Department of Health, for funding in the approximate amount of $20,000 for equipment related to pre-hospital emergency services; 3) The Association of Performing Arts Presenters and MetLife Foundation In the approximate amount of $25,000 for Sleepless Night 2012; and 4) State of Florida, Department of Environmental Protection, Land and Water Conservation Fund in the approximate amount of $200,000 for the Par 3 Golf Course Master Plan Project; appropriating the above funds, if approved and accepted by the City, and authorizing the execution of all necessary documents related to these applications. w� PASSED and ADOPTED this 2/5_day of 2012. ATTEST: A R o LOA C CITY CLERK :INCORP ORATED' JMG/KGB/JMH TA\AGENDA\2012\3-21-12\Grants Reso.doc RCH 26`� APPROVED AS TO FORM&LANGUAGE &FOR EXECUTION aA L�_ City Attomp Date Attachment 1 ATTACHMENT E-6 RESOLUTION FOR ASSISTANCE 2012 UNDER THE FLORIDA INLAND NAVIGATION DISTRICT WATERWAYS ASSISTANCE PROGRAM WHEREAS, THE City of Miami Beach is interested in carrying out the (Name of Agency) following described project for the enjoyment of the citizenry of Miami Beach and the State of Florida: Project Title South Pointe Pier—Phase II Construction Total Estimated Cost $4,483,702 Brief Description of Project: Construction of South Pointe Pier. AND, Florida Inland Navigation District financial assistance is required for the program mentioned above, NOW THEREFORE, be it resolved by the City of Miami Beach, Florida (Name of Agency) that the project described above be authorized, AND,be it further resolved that said City of Miami Beach, Florida make application to the Florida Inland Navigation District in the amount of 22% of the actual cost of the project in behalf of said City of Miami Beach, Florida (Name of Agency) AND, be it further resolved by the City of Miami Beach, Florida (Name of Agency) that it certifies to the following: 1. That it will accept the terms and conditions set forth in FIND Rule 66B-2 F.A.C. and which will be a part of the Project Agreement for any assistance awarded under the attached proposal. 2. That it is in complete accord with the attached proposal and that it will carry out the Program in the manner described in the proposal and any plans and specifications attached thereto unless prior approval for any change has been received from the District. Form No. 90-21 (Effective date 12-17-90,Rev. 10-14-92) (1) Form No. 90-21 (Effective date 12-17-90,Rev. 10-14-92) 3. That it has the ability and intention to finance its share of the cost of the project and that the project will be operated and maintained at the expense of said City of Miami Beach, Florida (Name of Agency) for public use. 4. That it will not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color or national origin in the use of any property or facility acquired or developed pursuant to this proposal, and shall comply with the terms and intent of the Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, P. L. 88-352 (1964) and design and construct all facilities to comply fully with statutes relating to accessibility by handicapped persons as well as other federal, state and local laws, rules and requirements. 5. That it will maintain adequate financial records on the proposed project to substantiate claims for reimbursement. 6. That it will make available to FIND if requested, a post-audit of expenses incurred on the project prior to, or in conjunction with, request for the final 10% of the funding agreed to by FIND. This is to certify that the foregoing is a true and correct copy of a resolution duly and legally adopted by the Mayor and City Commission of the City of Miami Beach at a legal meeting held on this a b� day of Marc 20 IL . Attest Matti Herrera Bower f3F Mayor T C l.E�—�,,(,L. Q, ...... . ,9 Title :y Title INCORP ORATED APPROVED AS TO FORM &LANGUAGE RCI�f6� &FOR EXECUTION �(tL City Attorneyy(�1� Date Form No. 90-21 (Effective date 12-17-90,Rev. 10-14-92) 77C . COMMISSION ITEM SUMMARY Condensed Title: A Resolution authorizing the City Manager to apply for and accept the following grants. Key Intended Outcomes Supported: 1)Ensure value and timely delivery of quality capital projects and maintain City's infrastructure;2)Increase community satisfaction with city government; 3) Maximize Miami Beach as a destination brand; and 4) Ensure value and timely delivery of quality capital projects. Supporting Data: 2009 Community Survey: 1) Residents surveyed reported they attend City parks and recreational facilities an average of 3.5 times per month; 2) The Fire Department has experienced a 9% increase in number of pre-hospital care calls for service from 14,796 in 2000 to 16,153 in 2010;3)24.1%of residents rated the availability of cultural activities as `too few', and 24.6% rated the availability of family friendly activities as "too few" and 69% of resident believe that the tourism industry contributes 'about the right amount'to their quality of life, 24%of residents rated Arts and Culture as one of the services the City should strive not to reduce and approximately 130,000 people attended at Sleepless Night 2009; and 4) Residents surveyed reported they attend City parks and recreational facilities an average of 3.5 times per month. Issue: Shall the City support the following funding requests and execute the related agreements? Item Summa /Recommendation: Approval is requested to submit applications in the approximate amounts listed: 1)Florida Inland Navigation District(FIND),$1,000,000 for the construction phase of South Point Pier;2)State of Florida,Department of Health, $20,000 for equipment related to pre-hospital emergency services; 3) The Association of Performing Arts Presenters and MetLife Foundation, $25,000 for Sleepless Night 2012; and 4) State of Florida, Department of Environmental Protection, Land and Water Conservation Fund,$200,000 for the Par 3 Golf Course Master Plan Project; appropriating the above funds and city expenses, if approved and accepted by the City, and authorizing the execution of all necessary related documents. Adopt the Resolution. Advisory Board Recommendation: N/A Financial Information: Source # Grant Name/Project Approx Approximate of Grant Amt Match Amount/Source funds 1 FIND/South Pointe Pier Phase 2 $1,000,000 $1,000,000/S. Pointe Capital Construction Funds previously appropriated for South Pointe Pier project. 2 State of Florida Matching EMS/ $20,000 $5,000/Fire Department FY Pre-Hospital Equipment 2011/12 Operating Funds 3 Performing Arts Presenters & $25,000 N/A MetLife/Sleepless Night 2012 4 State of Florida, Land & Water $200,000 $200,000/MDC CDT Interlocal— Conservation Fund/Par 3 CDT/Resort Tax funds previously appropriated for Par 3 Golf Course Master Plan project. Financial Impact Summa : N/A City Clerk's Office Legislative Tracking: Judy Hoanshelt, Grants Manager, Office of Budget and Performance Improvement Sign-Offs: Department Director Assistant City Manager City Manager OX ® MIA l V 1 I BEACH AGENDA ITEM C � DATE a - ® MIAMI BEACH City of Miami Beath, 1700 Convention Center Drive,Miami Beach, Florida 33139,www.miamibeochfl.gov COMMISSION MEMORANDUM TO: Mayor Matti H. Bower and Members of the City Commission FROM: Jorge M. Gonzalez, City Manager DATE: March 21, 2012 SUBJECT: A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER OR HIS DESIGNEE TO SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING GRANT APPLICATIONS: 1) FLORIDA INLAND NAVIGATION DISTRICT FOR FUNDING IN THE APPROXIMATE AMOUNT OF $1,000,000 FOR THE CONSTRUCTION PHASE OF SOUTH POINTE PIER; 2)STATE OF FLORIDA, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH, FOR FUNDING IN THE APPROXIMATE AMOUNT OF $20,000 FOR EQUIPMENT RELATED TO PRE-HOSPITAL EMERGENCY SERVICES; 3) THE ASSOCIATION OF PERFORMING ARTS PRESENTERS AND METLIFE FOUNDATION IN THE APPROXIMATE AMOUNT OF$25,000 FOR SLEEPLESS NIGHT 2012; AND, 4) STATE OF FLORIDA, DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION,LAND AND WATER CONSERVATION FUND IN THE APPROXIMATE AMOUNT OF $200,000 FOR THE PAR 3 GOLF COURSE MASTER PLAN PROJECT; APPROPRIATING THE ABOVE FUNDS, IF APPROVED AND ACCEPTED BY THE CITY, AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF ALL NECESSARY DOCUMENTS RELATED TO THESE APPLICATIONS ADMINISTRATION RECOMMENDATION Adopt the Resolution. ANALYSIS 1. Approval to submit an application to Florida Inland Navigation District(FIND) in the approximate amount of$1,000,000 for the Construction Phase of South Pointe Pier The Florida Legislature created s. 374.976, Florida Statutes in recognition of the importance and benefits of inland navigation channels and waterways, as well as in acknowledgement of the problems associated with the construction, continued maintenance and use of these waterways. This law authorizes and empowers each inland navigation district to undertake programs intended to alleviate the problems associated with its waterways. The program that provides funding for these projects is called the Waterways Assistance Program. The Administration intends to submit an application under this program for the construction of South Pointe Park Pier, which is the last remaining pier on the Atlantic Ocean side of Miami Beach. Commission Memorandum Page 2 The project is currently in the Permitting phase with the Environmental agencies. The City permit process is almost 100% approved. In order to receive an award for this project, the permits must be in hand by September 2012. The Administration has selected the Weitz, Construction Manager at Risk firm which will be constructing the Pier and will be entering into contract for Pre-Construction Services as approved by Commission on February 8, 2011. The Administration aims to negotiate the construction contract by June 2012 and have the construction contract awarded at the July 18, 2011 Commission meeting. The construction is projected to commence by September 1, 2012. In 2009, the City was awarded funding in the amount of$323,077 from FIND for Phase 1 of the South Pointe Park Pier project which included planning, design and engineering related to rebuilding the existing pier. The total cost of this project is budgeted at$6.7 million. This request is for funding is in the approximate amount of $1 million for construction.The grant requires a$1:$1 match which is available from previously appropriated South Pointe Capital Funds for the South Pointe Pier project. This project supports the key intended outcome: ensure value and timely delivery of quality capital projects. In accordance with FIND guidelines, Attachment 1, Florida Inland Navigation District's Resolution for Assistance 2012 under The Florida Inland Navigation District Waterways Assistance Program Is attached to, and included in this agenda item. 2. Approval to submit an application to the State of Florida, Department of Health for funding in the approximate amount of$20,000 for equipment related to Pre-Hospital Emergency Services The State of Florida EMS Matching grant program provides emergency medical service providers with funds to acquire, repair improve or upgrade emergency medical services systems. Funds must be used for the improvement and expansion of emergency medical services within the list of eligible activities outlined by the State. The Administration has requested funding in the approximate amount of$20,000 for an Auto Pulse System,which will to allow Emergency Medical Services personnel to employ a more effective method for delivering chest compressions. The grant requires a 25% match of the total project cost. The Fire Department has funding available in its FY 11/12 operating budget to cover the costs of this match. This grant supports the key intended outcome: increase community satisfaction with City government. 3. Approval to submit an application to the Association of Performing Arts Presenters and MetLife Foundation in the approximate amount of$25,000 for Sleepless Night 2012 The Association of Performing Arts Presenters and MetLife Foundation have recently launched a new program: All-In: Re-imagining Community Participation. The goal of this program is to support innovative strategies that target the full spectrum of community members from all generations and populations in community-based performing arts programs. One-year grants of up to $25,000 will be awarded to presenting organizations in support of promising new approaches to community engagement through the performing arts. A total of$100,000 is available. Commission Memorandum Page 3 The goals of Sleepless Night are to strengthen South Florida's reputation as a top cultural tourism destination by becoming a major annual signature event, on par with Art Basel Miami Beach and the South Beach Wine and Food Festival; to build arts audiences, increase public awareness of the arts and educate the local arts practitioners; create community through the shared experience of diverse audiences; to forge partnerships of artists, arts organizations and public and private industry; and to enliven both culturally and economically the previously depressed final month of hurricane season. Sleepless Night 2012 will present over 150 free arts and entertainment experiences at 100 different locations concentrated in four zones within the city. Included in the event are free museum admissions, indoor and outdoor art installations and performances, architectural tours, dance and dancing,theater, music,slam poetry,film,fashion,acrobatics,comedy and other cultural offerings. There will be outdoor stages at 5 locations throughout the City. The Administration intends to apply to the Association of Performing Arts Presenters and MetLife Foundation for funding in the amount of $25,000 for Sleepless Night 2012. This grant does not require a match and this project supports the key intended outcome maximize Miami Beach as a destination brand. 4. Approval to submit an application to the Land and Water Conservation fund in the approximate amount of$200,000 for the Par 3 Golf Course Master Plan Project The Par 3 Golf Course Master Plan Project includes the renovation of the existing golf course and the construction of park amenities such as a jogging trail, playground, water feature, two tennis courts, lake/wetland preserve and restrooms. This project will help to improve the use and function of an existing public open space and will beautify the overall appearance. The Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF)is a competitive program which provides grants for acquisition or development of land for public outdoor recreation use.The program is administered by Florida's Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), Division of Recreation and Parks on behalf of the U.S. Department of the Interior, National Park Service. LWCF funds may be used for 1) Development: Includes outdoor recreation areas and facilities such as beaches, picnic areas, trails, ball fields, tennis and basketball courts and playgrounds along with associated support facilities such as lighting, parking,restrooms and landscaping; and 2)Acquisition: Land for outdoor recreation purposes. The maximum grant amount is $200,000. LWCF assisted park land must be dedicated as a public outdoor recreation area in perpetuity. Grantees must commit to operate and maintain LWCF assisted public recreation facilities in reasonable repair for a minimum of 25 years after completion of construction to prevent undue deterioration. Grantees are allowed up to three years from the effective date of the agreement to complete development projects. LWCF maintains the following regulations regarding fees: Fees charged to nonresidents cannot exceed twice the amount charged to residents. Where there is no charge for residents, but a fee is charged to nonresidents, nonresident fees cannot exceed fees charged for residents at comparable state or local public facilities. Reservation, membership or annual permit systems available to residents must also be available to nonresidents and the period of availability must be the same for both residents and nonresidents. These provisions apply only to the recreation areas described in the grant agreement. Commission Memorandum Page 4 The Administration intends to apply to LWCF for $200,000 for the Par 3 project, and will provide a$200,000 match. The grant and matching funds will partially cover the cost of the following primary elements:tot lot/playground,jogging trail,tennis court and splash pad;and support elements: parking lot, restroom. Matching funds are available in MDC CDT Interlocal — CDT/Resort Tax funds for the Par 3 Golf Course Master Plan project. This project supports the key intended outcome: ensure value and timely delivery of quality capital projects. CONCLUSION The Administration requests approval to authorize the City Manager or his designee to submit the following grant applications: 1)Florida Inland Navigation District for funding in the approximate amount of$1,000,000 for the construction phase of South Pointe Pier; and, 2) State of Florida, Department of Health,for funding in the approximate amount of$20,000 for equipment related to pre-hospital emergency services; 3) The Association of Performing Arts Presenters and MetLife Foundation In the approximate amount of$25,000 for Sleepless Night 2012; and, 4) State of Florida, Department of Environmental Protection, Land and Water Conservation Fund in the approximate amount of$200,000 for the Par 3 Golf Course Master Plan Project; appropriating the above funds, if approved and accepted by the City, and authorizing the execution of all necessary documents related to these applications. J MG/KGB/J M H T:\AGENDA\2012\3-21-12\Grants Memo.doc