2013-28430 Reso RESOLUTION NO. 2013-28430
A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY
OF MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, ACCEPTING THE RECOMMENDATION OF
THE NEIGHBORHOODS/COMMUNITY AFFAIRS COMMITTEE DIRECTING
THE CITY ADMINISTRATION TO EXPLORE POTENTIAL LOCATIONS AND
TIMES FOR WATER TAXI SERVICE WITHIN THE CITY AND TO MAINLAND
MIAMI.
WHEREAS, a water taxi is a watercraft used to provide public transport, usually but not
always, in an urban environment which can operate similar to a bus or taxi and can serve as a
charter or commuter service; and
WHEREAS, the City is about to begin developing its Transportation Master Plan (TMP)
which will study the City's transportation network, analyze existing conditions, and make
recommendations for projected future conditions, including maximizing the use of its Blueways
throughout the City; and
WHEREAS, the City's Marine Authority Board discussed this subject and passed a
Resolution in January 2012 recommending that the City develop water transportation services
within the City and to mainland Miami for commercial and private vessels; and
WHEREAS, the City's Marine Authority Board also recommended the development of a
pier or dock at the Lincoln Road street-end with the potential for additional sites at 5th Street,
10th Street, 14th Street, and the Purdy Boat Ramp; and
WHEREAS, the City Administration was recently approached by Island Queen Cruises
with a proposal for the establishment of permanent locations in the City of Miami Beach in order
to provide water taxi service between Bayfront Park and Miami Beach; and
WHEREAS, at the October 28, 2013 Neighborhoods/Community Affairs Committee
meeting, the Committee passed a motion requesting that the Administration explore water taxis
as an alternative mode of transportation and to further research the issue, including possible
pick-up and drop-off locations and times; and to bring the item back to the Committee for further
discussion and refinement of the concept.
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 Neighborhoods/Community Affairs
Committee directing the City Administration to explore potential locations for water taxi service
in the City and to further research possible pick-up and drop-off locations and times and to bring
the item back to the Committee for further discussion and refinement of the concept.
PASSED and ADOPTED thisday of , 20
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COMMISSION ITEM SUMMARY
Condensed Title:
A Resolution Of The Mayor And City Commission Of The City Of Miami Beach, Florida, Accepting The
Recommendation Of The Neighborhood/Community Affairs Committee Directing The Administration To
Explore Potential Locations For Water Taxi Service
Key Intended Outcome Supported:
Enhance Mobility throughout the City
Supporting Data(Surveys,Environmental Scan,etc.): In a recent survey, 31%of residents and 43%of
businesses rate the traffic flow as excellent or good.
Item Summa /Recommendation:
A water taxi is a watercraft used to provide public transport, usually but not always in an urban
environment. Service may be scheduled with multiple stops,operating in a similar manner to a bus,or on-
demand to multiple locations, operating in a similar manner to a taxi. Water taxis can offer sightseeing,
charter and commuter services in order to service both residents and visitors.
The City is about to begin developing its Transportation Master Plan (TMP) which will study the City's
transportation network, analyze existing conditions and make recommendations for projected future
conditions. Multi-modal alternatives will be a component of the TMP and the City is seeking ways to
maximize use navigable waterways. Additionally,the City's 2025 Comprehensive Plan already includes a
multi-modal transportation system as a stated goal.
The City's Marine Authority Board discussed this subject and passed a Resolution in January 2012
recommending the City develop water transportation services within the City and connecting to the City of
Miami for commercial and private vessels. The recommendation included development of a pier or dock
at the Lincoln Road street-end with potential for additional sites at 5th Street, 10th Street, 14th Street,and
the Purdy Boat Ramp.
Aside from the attraction to tourists,water taxi service also has the ability to provide an alternative mode of
transportation for residents who commute daily to and from Downtown Miami/Brickell area and to connect
various destinations in the City of Miami Beach and on the Mainland.
The City Administration was recently approached by Island Queen Cruises with a proposal for the
establishment of permanent locations in the City of Miami Beach in order to provide water taxi service
between Bayfront Park in the City of Miami and Miami Beach.
This item is being presented to City Commission for acceptance of the recommendation of the NCAC
directing the Administration to further explore water taxi service as an alternative form of transportation and
gather more details regarding the service, such as possible pick-up and drop-off locations,times,etc.,and
to bring the item back to the NCAC for further discussion and refinement of the concept.
Advisory Board Recommendation:
At the October 28, 2013 meeting of the Neighborhood/Community Affairs Committee (NCAC), City staff
and industry representatives provided some background regarding the current and proposed service. The
service is current) implemented in the City of Fort Lauderdale. The NCAC endorsed the concept as
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another alternative to reduce traffic congestion between the City of Miami Beach and the Mainland. The
Committee passed a motion,which is why it is being presented to the City Commission for acceptance,to
direct the Administration to further explore this concept and gather more details regarding the service,such
as potential pick-up and drop-off locations, times, etc. and bring the item back to the NCAC for further
discussion and refinement of the concept.
Financial Information:
Source of Amount Account
Funds
1
Total
Financial impact Summary:
City Clerk's Office Legislative Tracking:
Sign-Offs:
Department Director Assistant Ci anager City ger
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MIAMI BEACH
City of Miami Beach, 1700 Convention Center Drive,Miami Beach, Florida 33139,www.miamibeachfl.gov
COMMISSION MEMORANDUM
TO: Mayor Philip Levine and Members the City Co mission
FROM: Jimmy L. Morales, City Manager
DATE: December 11, 2013
SUBJECT: A RESOLUTION OF THE MAY R AND CITY COMMISISON OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, A EPTING THE RECOMMENDATION OF THE
NEIGHBORHOOD/COMMUNITY AFFAIRS COMMITTEE DIRECTING THE
ADMINISTRATION TO EXPLORE POTENTIAL LOCATIONS FOR WATER TAXI
SERVICE
BACKGROUND
A water taxi is a watercraft used to provide public transport, usually but not always in an urban
environment. Service may be scheduled with multiple stops, operating in a similar manner to a
bus, or on-demand to multiple locations, operating in a similar manner to a taxi. Water taxis can
offer sightseeing, charter and commuter services in order to service both residents and visitors.
The City is about to begin developing its Transportation Master Plan (TMP) which will study the
City's transportation network, analyze existing conditions and make recommendations for
projected future conditions. Multi-modal alternatives will be a component of the TMP and the
City. is seeking ways to maximize use navigable waterways. Additionally, the City's 2025
Comprehensive Plan already includes a multi-modal transportation system as a stated goal.
The City's Marine Authority Board discussed this subject and passed a Resolution in January
2012 recommending the City develop water transportation services within the City and
connecting to the City of Miami for commercial and private vessels. The recommendation
included development of a pier or dock at the Lincoln Road street-end with potential for
h Street, 10th Street 14th Street and the Purdy Boat Ramp.
additional sites at 5t St y p
Aside from the attraction to tourists, water taxi service also has the ability to provide an
alternative mode of transportation for residents who commute daily to and from Downtown
Miami/Brickell area and to connect various destinations in the City of Miami Beach and on the
Mainland.
The City Administration was recently approached by Island Queen Cruises with a proposal for
the establishment of permanent locations in the City of Miami Beach in order to provide water
taxi service between Bayfront Park in the City of Miami and Miami Beach.
Commission Memo-Resolution Accepting Recommendation from NCAC Regarding Water Taxi Service
December 11, 2013
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At the October 28, 2013 meeting of the Neighborhood/Community Affairs Committee (NCAC),
City staff and industry representatives provided some background regarding the current and
proposed service. The service is currently implemented in the City of Fort Lauderdale. The
NCAC endorsed the concept as another alternative to reduce traffic congestion between the
City of Miami Beach and the Mainland. The Committee passed a motion, which is why it is
being presented to the City Commission for acceptance, to direct the Administration to further
explore this concept and gather more details regarding the service, such as potential pick-up
and drop-off locations, times, etc. and bring the item back to the NCAC for further discussion
and refinement of the concept.
CONCLUSION
This item is being presented to City Commission for acceptance of the recommendation of the
NCAC directing the Administration to further explore water taxi service as an alternative form of
transportation and gather more details regarding the service, such as possible pick-up and drop-
off locations, times, etc., and to bring the item back to the NCAC for further discussion and
finement of the concept.
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