2013-28434 Reso RESOLUTION NO; 2013-28434
A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
-_MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE
AN AMENDMENT TO THE INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT WITH MIAMI-DADE
COUNTY FOR THE PROVISION OF PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION SERVICES
FOR THE SOUTH BEACH LOCAL FOR THE PURPOSE OF IMPLEMENTING THE
MIAMI-DADE TRANSIT"NEXT BUS" MOBILE APP SERVICE FOR THE SOUTH
BEACH LOCAL AND FUTURE NORTH BEACH LOCAL, SUBJECT TO A
BUDGET AMENDMENT TO THE CAPITAL BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2013/14
TO BE PRESENTED AT THE DECEMBER 11, 2013 COMMISSION MEETING.
WHEREAS,in an effort to address concerns regarding the current on-time performance and
reliability of the South Beach Local (SBL) service, City staff has been working with Miami-Dade
Transit(MDT)to expedite the launch of the MDT Tracker"Next Bus"mobile app service for the SBL
in the coming months and in the future North Beach Local; and
WHEREAS, currently, the "Next Bus" mobile app service is only available for Metrorail
service and a new enhanced bus service that operates along Kendall Drive known as the Kendall
Cruiser/Route 288; and
WHEREAS, MDT anticipates phasing-in the implementation of other bus routes throughout
the County within the next couple of years; however, the City has partnered with MDT to expedite
the launch of the mobile app service on the SBL by Spring 2014, and include the service in the
future North Beach Local; and
WHEREAS, the mobile app will allow users to view estimated arrival time of the next bus,
store their favorite bus stops as favorites, see the location of the bus on a map and visually track it
as it approaches their bus stop; and
WHEREAS, the quick and convenient accessibility of real-time and accurate transit
information has proven to increase ridership on transit systems as well as improve the experience of
transit riders as a result of better transit service reliability; and
WHEREAS, the availability of the mobile app service will allow the City and MDT to more
effectively monitor and evaluate SBL service and the future North Beach Local service; and
WHEREAS, in order to implement the MDT "Next Bus" mobile app service for the South
Beach Local and the future North Beach Local,the Administration recommends that the Mayor and
City Commission authorize the City Manager to execute the attached amendment to the City's
Interlocal Agreement with Miami-Dade County for the provision of public transportation services.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF
THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA that the Mayor and City Commission authorize the City
Manager to execute the attached Amendment to the Interlocal Agreement with Miami-Dade County
for the purpose of implementing the Miami-Dade Transit`Next Bus'mobile app service for the South
Beach Local and future North Beach Local, subject to a budget amendment to the Capital Budget
for Fiscal Year 2013/14 to be presented at the December 11, 2013 Commission meeting.
PASSED and ADOPTED this 11 th day of December, 2013.
ATTEST:
PHILIP VI AYOR
RAFA L E. GRA D , CITY CLERK
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Transit
701 NW 1"Court o Suite 1700
MIAMI-:MDE Miami, FL 33136-3912
T 786.469.56751 F 786.469.5584
www.miamidaide.gov
December—, 2013
Jimmy L. Morales, City Manager
City of Miami Beach
1700 Convention Center Drive
City of Miami Beach, FL
Dear Mr. Morales:
Re: First Amendment to the Interlocal Agreement with the City of Miami Beach
(City) for the provision of public transportation services for the South Beach
Local.
On January 24, 2012, the Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners
approved County Resolution R-48-12. Miami-Dade County/Miami-Dade Transit entered
into an Interlocal Agreement with the City for the provision of public transportation
services for the South Beach Local. This agreement commenced on February 21, 2012.
Pursuant to Section 2.8 Term of Agreement, Miami-Dade County, both parties wish to
amend the agreement by inserting a new paragraph 6.12 all other terms and conditions
of the Interlocal Agreement will remain the same.
6.12 Bus Tracker Mobile APP. Whereas, the City wishes to offer MDT's Bus Tracker
Mobile APP for the South Beach Local, the City agrees to purchase and donate to the
County the required Modems, additional hardware/software to include, but not limited to,
External GPS Antenna, Internal Wi-Fi Antenna with grounding plate, and OMM License.
The estimated one time cost per bus would be approximately $2,144 (subject to change).
The City agrees to pay the recurring monthly communications cost of approximately $42
per bus and any other ongoing expenses to the County. The actual monthly
communication costs will be included in the County's Quarterly invoice to the City, along
with installation ($150 per unit) and uninstall ($100 per unit) costs. 'The first route to be
installed with this equipment is the South Beach Local (Route 123). In the future, the
City may elect to purchase equipment for additional routes operating on Miami Beach
with the same terms and conditions.
Transit
701 NW 1"Court. Suite 1700
MIAMI- E Miami, FL 33136-3912
® T 786.469.56751 F 786.459.5584
www.miamidade.gov
Please indicate you concurrence of this amendment below. Should you need further
information, please feel free to contact Mr. Gerald E. Bryan, Service Planning and
Scheduling Section Chief (786) 469-5163.
Miami-Dade County:
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Bruce Libhaber, Assistant County Attorney
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Jimmy L. Morales, City Manager Jimmy L. Morales, City Manager
City of Miami Beach City of Miami Beach
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COMMISSION ITEM SUMMARY
Condensed Title:
A Resolution Of The Mayor And City Commission Of The City Of Miami Beach, Florida, Authorizing The
City Manager To Execute An Amendment To The Interlocal Agreement With Miami-Dade County For The
Provision Of Public Transportation Services For The South Beach Local For The Purpose Of Implementing
The Miami-Dade Transit 'Next Bus' Mobile App Service For The South Beach Local And Future North
Beach Local, Subject To A Budget Amendment To The Capital Budget For Fiscal Year 2013/14 To Be
Presented At The December 11, 2013 Commission Meeting
Key Intended Outcome Supported:
N/A
Supporting Data (Surveys, Environmental Scan, etc.):
Item Summa /Recommendation:
In an effort to address concerns regarding the current on-time performance and reliability of the South
Beach Local (SBL) service and future North Beach Local, City staff has been working with Miami-Dade
Transit(MDT)to expedite the launch of the MDT Tracker(Next Bus)mobile app service for the SBL in the
coming onths and include the service in the launching of the future North Beach Local. MDT Tracker is
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the County's proprietary free mobile app available for use on iPhones and Android phones that provides
users with accurate, comprehensive, and real-time transit information on selected routes on the County's
transit system. Currently,the Next Bus mobile app service is only available for Metrorail service and a new
enhanced bus service that operates along Kendall Drive known as the Kendall Cruiser/Route 288. MDT
anticipates phasing-in the implementation of other bus routes throughout the County within the next couple
of years; however,the City has partnered with MDT to expedite the launch of the mobile app service on the
SBL by Summer 2014. The next bus mobile app service will also be implemented on the planned North
Beach Local circulator service anticipated to be launched mid 2014 in partnership with MDT.
Once the Next Bus mobile app service is available on the SBL and future North Beach Local users will
have access to accurate, real-time information on this popular circulator service. The mobile app will allow
users to see the estimated arrival time of the next bus, store their favorite bus stops as favorites, see the
location of the bus on a map and visually track it as it approaches their bus stop. The quick and
convenient accessibility of real-time and accurate transit information has proven to increase ridership on
transit systems as well as improve the experience of transit riders as a result of better transit service
reliability.
Based on discussions with MDT staff, it is anticipated that capital costs, primarily modems and ancillary
equipment, would be approximately $40,000 for the existing fleet of eleven (11) SBL buses and the
anticipated five (5) North Beach Local buses. This amount would be a one-time only cost. The monthly
wireless service is anticipated to cost approximately $50 per month per bus (or approximately $9,600
annually). Funding for the Capital Component is subject to the Budget Amendment presented concurrently
to the Capital Budget for Fiscal Year 2013/14 to be presented concurrently. Funding for the monthly
wireless service is available in the Public Works Transportation Division.budget.
THE ADMINISTRATION RECOMMENDS APPROVING THE RESOLUTION.
Advisory Board Recommendation:
N/A
Financial Information:
Source of Amount Account Approved
Funds: 1
OBPI Total
Financial Impact Summary:
City Clerk's Office Legislative Tracking:
Jose Gonzalez, ext: 6768
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CO ISSION MEMORANDUM
TO: Mayor Philip Levine and Members the City C mission
FROM: Jimmy L. Morales, City Manager
DATE: December 11, 2013
SUBJECT: A RESOLUTION OF THE MAY R AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, AUTH RIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AN
AMENDMENT TO THE INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT WITH MIAMI-DADE COUNTY
FOR THE PROVISION OF PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION SERVICES FOR THE
SOUTH BEACH LOCAL FOR THE PURPOSE OF IMPLEMENTING THE MIAMI-
DADE TRANSIT `NEXT BUS' MOBILE APP SERVICE FOR THE SOUTH BEACH
LOCAL AND FUTURE NORTH BEACH LOCAL, SUBJECT TO A BUDGET
AMENDMENT TO THE CAPITAL BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2013/14 TO BE
PRESENTED AT THE DECEMBER 11, 2013 COMMISSION MEETING
ADMINISTRATION RECOMMENDATION
The Administration recommends approving the Resolution.
BACKGROUND
In an effort to address concerns regarding the current on-time performance and reliability of the
South Beach Local (SBL) service, City staff has been working with Miami-Dade Transit (MDT) to
expedite the launch of the MDT Tracker (Next Bus) mobile app service for the SBL in the
coming months and include the service in the launching of the future North Beach Local. MDT
Tracker is the County's proprietary free mobile app available for use on iPhones and Android
phones that provides users with accurate, comprehensive, and real-time transit information on
selected routes on the County's transit system. Currently, the Next Bus mobile app service is
only available for Metrorail service and a new enhanced bus service that operates along Kendall
Drive known as the Kendall Cruiser/Route 288. MDT anticipates phasing-in the implementation
of other bus routes throughout the County within the next couple of years; however, the City has
partnered with MDT to expedite the launch of the mobile app service on the SBL by Summer
2014. The next bus mobile app service will also be implemented on the planned North Beach
Local circulator service anticipated to be launched in mid-2014 in partnership with MDT.
In addition, the mobile app will allow users to:
• Obtain bus schedules by bus stop - this is the first time bus riders can obtain this type of
specific information without the help of a customer-service agent.
• Obtain station information such as connecting bus routes.
• Locate nearby bus stops, as well as Metrorail and Metromover stations.
• View the status of elevator and escalator service at Metrorail and Metromover stations.
• Plan a trip on transit using Google.
• View fare information.
• View Metrobus, Metrorail and Metromover system maps.
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• Submit comments and suggestions regarding a transit experience.
• Access important MDT contact telephone numbers.
Once the Next Bus mobile app service is available on the two local bus services, users will have
access to accurate, real-time information on for both circulator services. The mobile app will
allow users to see the estimated arrival time of the next bus, store their favorite bus stops as
favorites, see the location of the bus on a map and visually track it as it approaches their bus
stop. The quick and convenient accessibility of real-time and accurate transit information has
proven to increase ridership on transit systems as well as improve the experience of transit
riders as a result of better transit service reliability.
ANALYSIS
MDT currently has an existing contract with a wireless service provider for its Next Bus Mobile
App service. Based on discussions with MDT staff, it is anticipated that IT infrastructure costs,
primarily modems and ancillary equipment, would be approximately $40,000 for the existing
fleet of eleven (11) SBL buses and the anticipated five (5) North Beach Local buses. This
amount would be a one-time only cost. The monthly wireless service is anticipated to cost
approximately $50 per month per bus (or approximately $9600 annually). Funding for the
Capital Component is subject to the Budget Amendment presented concurrently to the Capital
Budget for Fiscal Year 2013/14 to be presented concurrently. Funding for the monthly wireless
service is available in the Public Works Transportation Division budget.
In order for the City to contractually partner with MDT in this endeavor and contribute towards
the cost of implementing the service on the SBL and future North Beach Local, an amendment
to the Interlocal Agreement between the City and Miami-Dade County for the provision of public
transportation services is required (Attachment).
Pursuant to Section 2.8 "Term of Agreement" of the Interlocal Agreement, the City and Miami-
Dade County wish to amend the agreement by inserting a new paragraph 6.12. All other terms
and conditions of the Interlocal Agreement will remain the same.
RECOMMENDATION
The Administration recommends approving the Resolution and is confident that providing the
Next Bus mobile app service on the SBL will help to promote public transit and improve
ridership and service reliability on the SBL. Further, the availability of the mobile app service
will allow the City and MDT to more effectively monitor and evaluate SBL service.
If desired by the City Commission, the mobile app service can be expanded in the future to
include other significant MDT bus routes in the City of Miami Beach such as Route 150 (Airport
Flyer).
Attachment:
Amendment No. 1 to the Interlocal Agreement for the Provision of Public Transportation
Services for the South Beach Local
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