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2015-29027 Reso RESOLUTION NO. 2015-29027 A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY MANAGER TO PROVIDE CITY RESOURCES IN SUPPORT OF THE CITY'S PROPOSAL TO HOST THE U.S. CONFERENCE OF MAYORS IN 2018; AND FURTHER AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY MANAGER TO FUND TRANSPORTATION AND YOUTH AND FAMILY PROGRAMS FOR ATTENDEES; AND RETROACTIVELY APPROVING THE MAYOR'S EXECUTION OF THE PROPOSAL ON BEHALF OF THE CITY. WHEREAS,the United States Conference of Mayors is the official organization of over 1,400 cities in the United States featuring population totals over 30,000,with each city represented by the Mayor or chief elected official; and WHEREAS, the organization serves to promote effective urban/suburban policies; strengthen federal-city relationships;ensure federal policy meets urban needs, provides Mayors with leadership and management tools; and creates a forum in which Mayors can share ideas and information; and WHEREAS, the organization annually holds a winter meeting in Washington, D.C. and a summer meeting in June in a different U.S. city, with this year's conference in San Francisco, CA, June 19-22 and Indianapolis, IN hosting in 2016; and WHEREAS, the City of Miami Beach has never hosted the Conference; and WHEREAS, hosting the Conference requires a formal proposal submitted for approval by the organization's Site Selection Committee, and the organization set a deadline of May 15, 2015 for prospective host cities to submit bids for the 2017 and 2018 Conferences,with decisions to be made at the June, 2016 Conference; and WHEREAS,to meet this deadline, Mayor Levine completed and executed a proposal for the City of Miami Beach to potentially host the Conference from June 22-27,2017;June 21-26,2018; or June 14-19, 2018, in that preferred order; and WHEREAS, the bid requires the host city to have a headquarter hotel of no less than 600 first class hotel rooms and 25 suites; a ballroom and breakout rooms of varying sizes;a commitment from the host city to provide City staff assistance for press room and security needs; city provided transportation options (including cars, busses, etc.); and a commitment by the host City to arrange and fully produce a youth and/or spouse program, geared toward highlighting the host city; and WHEREAS, the host City is permitted to raise private sponsor dollars to off-set costs of the event needs; and WHEREAS, as part of the proposal submitted by Mayor Levine, both the Loews Miami Beach and Fontainebleau hotels provided letters of commitment to provide the needed sleeping rooms and ballroom/ meeting room space; in addition, the Greater Miami Convention and Visitor Bureau is assisting and has provided a list for suggested venues for social events, including Lummus Park, Nikki Beach Club and the New World Symphony space. 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 of the City of Miami Beach, Florida, hereby approve and authorize the Mayor and City Manager to provide City resources in support of the City's proposal to host the U.S. Conference Of Mayors in 2018; further authorize the Mayor and City Manager to fund transportation and youth and family programs for attendees; and retroactively approving the Mayor's execution of the proposal on behalf of the City. PASSED and ADOPTED this 20th day of May, 2015. ATTEST:.° PHILIP L '' :AYOR RAF EL E. GRANADS, IT,��:, `-Ifi°°.. Petem"-- * JLM/KGB/MAS = oaDD �O-AED TAGENDA\2015\May\TCED\US Confer. c fA ��1d 15 Cornitli5str RESO.doc t • \/% • C APPROVED AS TO FORM &LANGUAGE &FOR EXECUTION r Li' Date City Attorney COMMISSION ITEM SUMMARY Condensed Title: A Resolution Approving And Authorizing The Mayor And City Manager To Provide City Resources In Support Of The City's Proposal To Host The U.S. Conference Of Mayors In 2018; And Further Authorizing The Mayor And City Manager To Fund Transportation And Youth And Family Programs For Attendees; And Retroactively Approving The Mayor's Execution Of The Proposal On Behalf Of The City. Key Intended Outcome Supported: Maximize Miami Beach as a Destination Brand Supporting Data (Surveys, Environmental Scan,etc.): N/A - Item Summary/Recommendation: The United States Conference of Mayors is the official organization of over 1,400 Cities in the United States featuring population totals over 30,000, with each City represented by the Mayor or chief elected official. The organization, which began during the Great Depression, serves to promote effective urban/suburban policies; strengthen federal-city relationships; ensure federal policy meets urban needs, provides Mayors with leadership and management tools; and creates a forum in which Mayors can share ideas and information. The organization annually holds a winter meeting in Washington, D.C. and a summer meeting in June in a different U.S. city, with this year's conference in San Francisco, CA, June 19-22 and Indianapolis, IN hosting in 2016. The format of the Conference is a four(4) day event, featuring an opening night Gala, major events each night and family activities simultaneous to Conference meetings and key notes. While the City of Miami hosted the 76th Conference in 2008, featuring notable guest speakers, including President Bill Clinton and then Senator and soon to be Presidential nominee Barak Obama, the City of Miami Beach has never hosted the Conference. Hosting the Conference requires a formal bid process submitted for approval by the. organization's Site Selection Committee. The organization set a deadline of May 15, 2015 for prospective host cities to submit bids for the 2017 and 2018 Conferences, with decisions to be made at the June, 2016 Conference. To meet this deadline, Mayor Levine completed and executed a bid for the City of Miami Beach to potentially host the Conference from June 22-27, 2017; June 21-26, 2018; or June 14-19, 2018, in that preferred order. The bid is subject to approval by the Commission. The bid requires the host city to have a headquarter hotel of no less than 600 first class hotel rooms and 25 suites, a ballroom and breakout rooms of varying sizes, a commitment from the host city to provide City staff assistance for press room and security needs, City provided transportation options (including cars, busses, etc.) and a commitment by the host City to arrange and fully produce a youth and/or spouse program, geared toward highlighting the host City. The host City is permitted to raise private sponsor dollars to off-set costs of the event needs. As part of the bid submitted by Mayor Levine, both the Loews Miami Beach and Fontainebleau hotels responded to a Request For Proposals and provided letters of commitment to provide the needed sleeping rooms and ballroom/ meeting room space. In addition, the Greater Miami Convention and Visitor Bureau is assisting and has provided a list for suggested venues for social events, including Lummus Park, Nikki Beach Club and the New World Symphony space. Other venues in the City of Miami were also presented to include our area partners in the Conference. Advisory Board Recommendation: N/A Financial Information: Source of Funds: Amount Account 1 OBPI Total Financial Impact Summary: The events will bring thousands of visitors to our City, resulting in both direct and indirect positive economic impact from this event from Resort Tax revenues. City Clerk's Office Legislative Tracking: Max Sklar, Tourism, Culture, and Economic Development Director Sign-Offs: a 'epart1.ent Director Assistant City Manager ( Cit Manager 1iff4 ■ spa AI DA ITEM 8 MIAMIBEACH 5 20-1s DATE MIAMIBEACH City of Miami Beach, 1700 Convention Center Drive,Miami Beach, Florida 33139,www.miamibeachfl.gov COMMISS ON MEMORANDUM TO: Mayor and Commission FROM: Jimmy L. Morales, City Manager DATE: Ma y 20, 2015 SUBJECT: A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYO AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY MANAGER TO PROVIDE CITY RESOURCES IN SUPPORT OF THE CITY'S PROPOSAL TO HOST THE U.S. CONFERENCE OF MAYORS IN 2018; AND FURTHER AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY MANAGER TO FUND TRANSPORTATION AND YOUTH AND FAMILY PROGRAMS FOR ATTENDEES; AND RETROACTIVELY APPROVING THE MAYOR'S EXECUTION OF THE PROPOSAL ON BEHALF OF THE CITY. BACKGROUND The United States Conference of Mayors is the official organization of over 1,400 Cities in the United States featuring population totals over 30,000, with each City represented by the Mayor or chief elected official. The organization, which began during the Great Depression, serves to promote effective urban/suburban policies; strengthen federal-city relationships; ensure federal policy meets urban needs, provides Mayors with leadership and management tools; and creates a forum in which Mayors can share ideas and information. The organization annually holds a winter meeting in Washington, D.C. and a summer meeting in June in a different U.S. city, with this year's conference in San Francisco, CA, June 19-22 and Indianapolis, IN hosting in 2016. The format of the Conference is a four (4) day event, featuring an opening night Gala, major events each night and family activities simultaneous to Conference meetings and key notes. While the City of Miami hosted the 76th Conference in 2008, featuring notable guest speakers, including President Bill Clinton and then Senator and soon to be Presidential nominee Barak Obama, the City of Miami Beach has never hosted the Conference. Hosting the Conference requires a formal bid process submitted for approval by the organization's Site Selection Committee. The organization set a deadline of May 15, 2015 for prospective host cities to submit bids for the 2017 and 2018 Conferences, with decisions to be made at the June, 2016 Conference. To meet this deadline, Mayor Levine completed and executed a bid for the City of Miami Beach to potentially host the Conference from June 22-27, 2017; June 21-26, 2018; or June 14-19, 2018, in that preferred order. The bid is subject to approval by the Commission. The bid requires the host city to have a headquarter hotel of no less than 600 first class hotel rooms and 25 suites, a ballroom and breakout rooms of varying sizes, a commitment from the host city to provide City staff assistance for press room and security needs, City provided transportation options (including cars, busses, etc.) and a commitment by the host City to arrange and fully produce a youth and/or spouse program, geared toward highlighting the host City. The host City is permitted to raise private sponsor dollars to off-set costs of the event needs. As part of the bid submitted by Mayor Levine, both the Loews Miami Beach and Fontainebleau hotels responded to a Request For Proposals and provided letters of commitment to provide the needed sleeping rooms and ballroom/ meeting room space. In U.S. Conference of Mayors Host City Bid City Commission Meeting May 20, 2015 Page 2 of 2 addition, the Greater Miami Convention and Visitor Bureau is assisting and has provided a list for suggested venues for social events, including Lummus Park, Nikki Beach Club and the New World Symphony space. Other venues in the City of Miami were also presented to include our area partners in the Conference. RECCOMENDATION The administration recommends approval of the resolution. Attachments: U.S. Conference of Mayors Host City Bid JLM/KGB/MAS/GW ,4 sCOTsi e;IC--- w • • c.• . r : 9'NI * 0 ANNUAL MEETING HOST CITY PROPOSAL TO: THE UNITED STATES CONFRENCE OF MAYORS FROM: MAYOR: Philip Levine CITY OF: Miami Beach SUBJECT: INVITATION TO HOST ANNUAL CONFERENCE OF MAYORS We invite The United States Conference of Mayors to hold the Annual Conference of Mayors in our city. We submit the following information in support of this invitation. I) FACILITIES: a) Year: The invitation is for the month of June-with preferred dates of the 2nd or 3`d weeks of June-(Thursday arrival and Tuesday departure)for the year(s): 2017 and 2018. Proposed Dates: 2017 June 22-27 or 2018 June 21 -26 or June 14-19 b) Hotel Rooms: No bids will be considered if the hotels are `proposed build'. Hotels must be currently constructed. X We have no less than 600 first-class hotel rooms and a minimum of 25 suites available at ONE hotel. (Headquarters) We have no less than 600 first-class hotel rooms and a minimum of 25 suites available at a combination of hotels. These hotels are within blocks of each other. Each hotel can offer the following rooms and or suites: #Rooms # Suites Hotel 1: Hotel 2: Hotel 3: c) Meeting Space Requirements: Two Ballrooms- One large Ballroom with a minimum 25,000 square feet (general sessions and luncheons on Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday) and one 10,000 square feet for Hospitality/Exhibits/Registration). In addition, we require a minimum of 10 breakout rooms(ranging in size from 600 square feet to 3,000 square feet) x The headquarters hotel has both ballrooms and breakout rooms available. The ballrooms and breakouts would be at a convention center located blocks from the headquarters hotel. I) SERVICES: a) Sta As 111 I"ce: If a The City will make available staff assistance for press room, securi . without charge to The U.S. Conference of Mayors. The U.S Conference of Mayors will be charged for needed staff..s.'stance. b) Trans•orb y : Ar/ The City will make available transportation(including li z ,, ber of individual cars, drivers and buses)without charge to The ,,,/,' reference of Mayors. The U.S. Conference of Mayors will be charged for needed transportation(including cars, drivers and buses). c) Youth PAOli and S,Ouse Pro!ram: The City will arrange and carry out a youth and/or spouse if_Aler/7_ without charge to The U.S. Conference of Mayors. The U.S. Conference of Mayors will be charged for expenses 1ted to carrying out the youth and spouse programs. I) SOCIAL EVENTS: (Friday,Saturday,Sunday and Monday evenings) (See attachments) a) Expenses to be met by the City: City funds may be used to defray the cost of social events. City funds may not be used to defray the cost of social events. b) Ex,ense_ o , met h local contributions: T i The City is in a position to raise funds from local sources to deft e cost of social events. The City is not in a position to raise funds from local services to defray the cost of social events. c) Nature of Social Programs: The following are attractions of special interest that we would endeavor to include in the social program for the mayors, their spouses and guests: See attachment. I) GENERAL REMARKS OOP Mayor t,' Date j PI I City f '` /AM; titACS relit -C 51,61 " ' 4.01,546 i ,,,,,,,,_ ,4,,,,,,Amr, 07 e,,,,,,,, --;---1 Sttlit :Milk 1, x a * . LOEWS p , . MIAMI SEACH LOEWS MIAMI BEACH HOTEL PROPOSAL CREATED FOR US CONFERENCE OF MAYORS May 11, 2015 Kathy Semmes, Director, Regional Sales Greater Miami Convention and Visitors Bureau Email: kathvCc° gmcvb.com We are thrilled to be considered host for The U.S. Conference of Mayors Event of 2017 in partnership with the Greater Miami Convention and Visitors Bureau and welcome the opportunity to host such a prestigious event! This is a brief overview of what Loews Miami Beach can offer in 2017. HOTEL HIGHLIGHTS • Oceanfront property located in the heart of South Beach • Walking distance to Lincoln Road and Art Deco District • Four Diamond Property with 790 Guest Rooms and 65,000 square feet of meeting space • All Meeting Space was Newly Renovated in 2014 GUEST ROOMS For the 2017 program, we are pleased to offer the following pattern (including 25 suites): SUN MON TUE WED THUR FRI SAT SUN MON TUES 6/18 6/19 6/20 6/21 6/22 6/23 6/24 6/25 6/26 6/27 10 10 10 88 535 650 646 569 432 C/O MEETING SPACE US Conference of Mayors would have all space on peak nights including: BALLROOM LEVEL—LEVEL 2 • Americana Ballroom:, 28,000 square feet for General Session and Lunches • Poinciana Ballroom: 6,000 square feet for Hospitality or Exhibits • Prefunction Area and Rotunda area: 10,000+ square feet connecting the ballrooms through foyer space for Registration and hospitality flow THIRD LEVEL • Breakouts—Entire 3rd floor consisting of 12 breakouts (ranging from 350 sq ft—3,700 sq ft) CONTACT Tiffanie Story, Director of National Accounts I Loews Miami Beach 1601 Collins Avenue Miami Beach, FL 33139 I Phone 561-350-9881 I email: tstory@loewshotels.co LOEWS MIAMI BEACH HOTEL ......................................................_. i s tak. 1 x. tN .Y 11,... A. A sue..y/, gimp, lii Ate ., LOEWS 4.2• MIAMI EI ACH ti i$t.. ! � HOTEL LOEWS MIAMI BEACH HOTEL PROPOSAL CREATED FOR US CONFERENCE OF MAYORS May 11, 2015 Kathy Semmes, Director, Regional Sales Greater Miami Convention and Visitors Bureau Email: kathyto"�..gmcvb.com We are thrilled to be considered host for The U.S. Conference of Mayors Event of 2017 and 2018 in partnership with the Greater Miami Convention and Visitors Bureau and welcome the opportunity to host such a prestigious event! This is a brief overview of what Loews Miami Beach can offer in 2017 and 2018 . HOTEL HIGHLIGHTS • Oceanfront property located in the heart of South Beach • Walking distance to Lincoln Road and Art Deco District • Four Diamond Property with 790 Guest Rooms and 65,000 square feet of meeting space • All Meeting Space was Newly Renovated in 2014 GUEST ROOMS For the 2017 program, we are pleased to offer the following pattern (including 25 suites): DAY SUN MON TUE WED THUR FRI SAT SUN MON TUES 2017 6/18 6/19 6/20 6121 6/22 6123 6/24 6/25 6/26 6127 2018 6/18 6119 6/20 6/21 6/22 6/23 6/24 6/25 6/26 ROOMS 10 10 10 88 535 650 646 569 432 C/O MEETING SPACE US Conference of Mayors would have all space on peak nights including: BALLROOM LEVEL—LEVEL 2 • Americana Ballroom:, 28,000 square feet for General Session and Lunches • Poinciana Ballroom: 6,000 square feet for Hospitality or Exhibits • Prefunction Area and Rotunda area: 10,000+ square feet connecting the ballrooms through foyer space for Registration and hospitality flow THIRD LEVEL • Breakouts—Entire 3rd floor consisting of 12 breakouts (ranging from 350 sq ft—3,700 sq ft) CONTACT Tiffanie Story, Director of National Accounts ! Loews Miami Beach 1601 Collins Avenue Miami Beach, FL 33139 I Phone 561-350-98811 email: tstory @loewshotels.co LOEWS MIAMI BEACH HOTEL is FONTAINEBLEAU• .M!AM! et A C H ATTN: Kathy Semmes,Regional Director of Sales Greater Miami CVB kathy@gmcvb.com 703-836-6123. We were delighted to receive the RFP for the United States Conference of Mayors for 2017 at the Fontainebleau Miami Beach. Please find below our one page summary of guest rooms and meeting space: GUEST ROOM ACCOMMODATIONS:. xr see. T S''6 t a {:" caF yr ue`. �c �. :�' ':��� `�:€ter �ta��,y q ��` .�'�a�_ E �"�.' �� �}`.,y`�`,3,'' �,�r. .y:. � .,:�._s., �a..'.;a Run of House 80 500 *600 *600 *600 550 One Bedroom Suites 7 .25 25 :25 25 25 RATES: Run of House:_$289.00 plus$21.95 Hotel Fee. One.Bedroom Suite Upgrades:$289.00 plus$21.95 Hotel Fee *Can accommodate up to.700 rooms if needed. All rates are based on single or double occupancy,plus an applicable state and local room taxes(presently 13%)and any other charges imposed by law on rooms. Banquet Food&Beverage Minimum: Based on your requirements your Banquet Food and Beverage minimum is$425,000.00 plus 9%tax and a 23%service charge taxable by7%. Proposed Meeting Space: General Session- Sparkle Ballroom(31,358 sq.ft.)beginning.on Thursday at 8:OOam for setup Registration/Exhibits- Luster Gallerie(10,000 sq.ft.)or Fontaine/Fleur de Lis Ballroom(12,221 sq.ft.) Breakouts- Splash 1-18, Plunge,Dive plus Fontaine/Fleur de Lis Special Considerations:. -. We are happy to discuss.concessions,based on the needs of US Con ference of Mayors,to include staff rooms,additional suite.upgrades, F&B discounts,etc. CONTACT-KAREN PERRYMAN I DIRECTOR OF NATIONAL ACCOUNTS Fontainebleau Miami Beach I 0 703 723 8136 I M 786 3 .789711 kperryman®fontainebleau.com 3 � FONTAINEBLEAU' MIAMI BEACH a ATTN: Kathy Semmes, Regional Director of Sales Greater Miami CVB kathv @gmcvb.com 703-836-6123 We were delighted to receive.the_RFP for the United States Conference of Mayors for 2017 and 2018 at, the Fontainebleau Miami Beach:. Please find below-our one page summary for guest rooms and meeting space for both years: l GUEST ROOM ACCOMMODATIONS: KIEN MMOV A y' 2; v .,f�. VV. '3.,f q"`i-s(�. -^��. y "i� e�E 4 � �Y.. > Run of House 80 500 *600 *600 *600 550 One Bedroom Suites: 7 25 25 25: 25 25 June 21,2017—.June 27,2017 Run of House:$289.00 plus$21:95 Hotel Fee One Bedroom Suite Upgrades:$289.00 plus$21.95'Hotel Fee June 13,2017=June 19,2018 Run of House:$299.00 plus$2195 Hotel Fee One.Bedroom Suite Upgrades:$299.00 plus$21:95 Hotel Fee *Can accommodate up to 700 rooms if needed. All rates are based on single or double occupancy,plus an applicable state and local room taxes(presently 13%)and any other charges imposed by law on rooms. Banquet Food&Beverage Minimum: Based on your requirements your Banquet Food and Beverage minimum is$425,000.00 plus 9%tax and a 23%service charge taxable by 7%. Proposed Meeting Space: General Session- Sparkle Ballroom(31,358 sq.ft.)beginning on Thursday at 8:00am for.setup Registration/Exhibits- Luster Gallerie(10,000 sq.ft.)or Fontaine/Fleur de Lis Ballroom(12,221 sq.ft.) Breakouts-. Splash 1-18, Plunge, Dive plus Fontaine/Fleur de Lis Special.Considerations: We are happy to discuss concessions,based on the needs.of US Conference of Mayors,to include staff rooms,additional suite upgrades, F&B discounts,:etc. CONTACT-KAREN PERRYMAN I DIRECTOR OF NATIONAL ACCOUNTS Fontainebleau Miami Beach J 0 703 723 8136 I M 786 387 8971 1 kperryman®fontainebleau:corn I/ 1 SA. � i Host Social Events—Proposed Venues / / _ / y Miami Beach 1. Fontainebleau Miami Beach Fontainebleau Miami Beach's striking design, contemporary art, music, fashion and technology merge into a vibrant new kind of guest experience. The 20-acre oceanfront hotel features an expansive poolscape, state-of-the-art : conference and event facilities, a chic nightlife venue known as LIV, a 40,000-square-foot Lapis spa and pristine Atlantic Ocean beach. Total Capacity: 4,000 2. Nikki Beach Club The 42,000-square-foot property is comprised of a large oceanfront complex that features a beach club, an award-winning restaurant and cabana bar, a second-floor nightclub and a lifestyle boutique. The atmosphere is stylish and decadent yet relaxed and effortless; custom furniture, bamboo walkways and signature white decor melt together to create the perfect setting for enjoyment and relaxation. -- Q' Total Capacity: 2,000 •'"`;.* >.+ 3. Lummus Park Lummus Park in South Beach and on the Atlantic Ocean in _ 'law I. the Art Deco District has been the backdrop for many `` television and film scenes. This beachfront park is one of the most popular destinations in Miami and a must-see for any visitor. The main amenity is the beach itself, with clear - ,�,� y y cea turquoise water and tall beautiful palm trees. This tropical paradise is the ideal setting for an evening event to be s remembered. Lummus is within walking distance of Ocean Drive's many restaurants, sidewalk cafes and stores. Total Capacity: 10,000 4. New World Center e • A Frank Ghery original, the New World Center is an innovative facility for music education and performance with state-of-the-art technical capabilities. Conceived to be at the intersection of music and architecture, the facility boasts a variety of spaces that inspire creativity - and artistic excellence. Features an irregular shaped \'. performance hall with removable seats, an outdoor pavilion with a 22'x9'2" projector screen, rooftop garden •► •• - - - with beautiful views, patrons lounge and a bright atrium. Total Capacity: 2,025 i I 1'i— ,.., ^/,.','/'/ Host Social Event—Proposed Venues , Downtown Miami 5. Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts M This center is home to the greatest artists and productions from around the world. With three state-of-the-art theaters- ,- the Ziff Ballet Opera House, the Knight Concert Hall, and the -L-'-:.-,':',i,p i-77:',14:,,:-&":-'4',,'7 7-,--.4--;;,,.-4.-4':/:.,'-'1.:-- I.-;."°.-.,,4-,4,7*:,'":,,-,,,„',-,,,-:-.,'t-.-7.:'-.2,-...,4,A1.-:':z'../,.,t,,.'1:.'v. I:8,,''''.,-::_,:1-i 1::-':,.. '1„:\.Is .a w . :' intimate Carnival Studio Theater- plus the beautiful Thomson } . ” Plaza for the Arts designed as a perfect stage for outdoor v f � performances-this is a premier showcase for the performing - 7 ,. arts set in the heart of the city, it is also a dramatic venue for v; ,:1-;_:„.„ _,. -ba1...2.2 T' "�� ..'., ,r L staging corporate meetings and many other special events. Total Capacity: 10,000 6. Museum Park: Perez Art Museum Miami and Philip and Patricia Frost Science Museum Perez Art Museum Miami (PAMM) \ z \ d w- *2-7 v'<....xue....,N-ro.----.h s .:,.aw,�•„ail.r r • , = '-o�-„y ,� :saw r! � to a +� , '.>s ,n.� .,,= 'i r .``'s', -..c�,a' ,,,„1—`� v�, ; 3p . .. . r a.t.q-r7,f `.t i. Y M' - ? Y •�� Pad - Y J: � ',---17-74,-;t a MH48y 'yam �4+N+c„ aT a a a._._ _..... ,.^-.. .....__.,_"..�;<:;.. :�.-- � ...._... ..:.gym.._ The new X131 million Perez Art Museum Miami recently opened in the downtown waterfront next to American Airlines Arena. The striking facility, designed by Herzog & de Meuron, offers 200,000 square feet of programmable space, including 120,000 square feet of interior space and approximately 80,000 square feet of exterior program space for the display of works of art, educational activities, relaxation and dining. The building also features an educational complex to foster active learning about and through art and art-making, with a library, auditorium, classrooms, art and digital media workshop spaces; a restaurant and store. Total Capacity: 5,000 Philip and Patricia Frost Science Museum ry z The new state-of-the-art Patricia and Phillip �, �� Frost Museum of Science offers a great 1,, venue for receptions, parties, meetings, �- � a a company picnics and celebrations for your *f., '7'.: ' T5''„. 11,' '''..,, ' ,;'i:,,;,....,' ,,,:.-° ' t. 6 business, family or friends. Hands-on j, exhibits, live animals and Plantarium 0_ i„ adventures make the perfect backdrop for ,9 `� ..-. � ' t - any group to break the ice and have fun! 4 x ,pd Total Capacity: 1,225 Al A 4/1 GREATER MiAMi AND THE BEACHES Youth and Spouse Program Ideas ANIMAL INTERACTION • Miami Seaduarium: Dolphin Odyssey Session (Swimming with the Dolphins), Dolphin Encounter, Sea Trek Reef Encounter and Swim with the Sea lions. • Zoo Miami: Zookeeper for the Day/Scavenger hunt on bikes. • Jungle Island: Safari Tour(Interactive Animal Tour—i.e. Lemurs, Penguins). • Zoological Wildlife Foundation: up close and personal wildlife tour of endangered animal species in captivity and in the wild. ARTS and CULTURE Art, architecture, museums and artistic neighborhoods: Art Deco Historic District Tours: The Miami Design Preservation League is a non-profit organization devoted to preserving, protecting, and promoting the cultural, social, economic, environmental and architectural integrity of the Miami Beach Architectural Historic District. MDPL provides cultural and educations programs to local citizens and visitors from around the world. Miami Museum Tours: Miami museums cover a broad range of interests. From contemporary to historical treasures, Miami's cultural and art museums offer an overview of international art drawn from private collections and traveling exhibitions. Miami Heritage Neighborhoods: Beyond the shimmer and glitz of Greater Miami's ultra-chic hotspots and unrivaled beaches lies the rich history of a city with deep multicultural roots. This December, uncover hidden cultural gems found throughout the destination and learn about our many influences during Miami Heritage Month. BIKE TOURS History Miami offers Eco-History bike tours of historical and charming neighborhoods such as Coconut Grove & Coral Gables. BUS TOURS Big Bus Tours of Miami and Miami Beach neighborhoods are available daily on a double- decker bus. Following are the routes to choose from: • The City Loop: Downtown Miami, Coral Gables, Coconut Grove and Little Havana • The Beach Loop: Miami Beach • The Uptown Loop: Wynwood, Midtown, Overtown and Historic Downtown Miami FOOD Miami Culinary Tours offers great progressive food tours in the different Miami neighborhoods. Miami Culinary Institute Cooking class; Cooking demonstration and meal; Food &Wine Tasting in the Food & Wine Theater; Cooking Class + Chop Competition Page l of 2 4/1 A/VI GREATER NAM,AND THE BEACHES Youth and Spouse Program Ideas Continued ON THE WATER • Shake-a-leg-Sailing lessons/team racing and picnic on private island. • Thriller Boat tour of Miami on Thriller Miami Speedboat. • Miami Duck Tour(http://www.ducktourssouthbeach.com) NATURE Everglades National Park Everglades National Park encompasses 1.5 million acres of tropical and subtropical habitat with one of the world's most diverse ecosystems. It was for this very reason that Congress established the Everglades as a National Park in 1934. The park has since been designated as an International Biosphere Reserve, a Wetland of International Importance and a World Heritage Site. Sample Everglades tours offered include: • Airboat Rides and Nature Trails • Everglades Backwater Tour: exclusive tour where guests leave the roads and boardwalks to get into the water (hiking through the water). • Biscayne National Park • Key Biscayne Kayak Adventure. Oleta River State Park • Oleta River Canoe Tour: Explore this natural river system that served ancient populations. Miami-Dade EcoAdventures offers naturalist-guided tours and programs in a sub-tropical environment for team building, corporate retreats or leisure activities. Kayaking, canoeing, snorkeling, biking and hiking are some of the activities offered in South Florida's beautiful parks. ACTION Racing: Experience NASCAR racing at Homestead Miami Speedway. Different race packages are available through: Nascar Racing Experience; Dale Jarrett Racing Adventure PARKS & RECREATION Flamingo Park: Right in the heart of South Beach, Flamingo Park holds an Aquatic Center, baseball stadium, basketball court, hand and racquetball court, soccer, softball and tennis center, a tot playground, running track and a football field. The Scott Rakow Youth Center offers children and adults of all ages a variety of recreational activities. The Youth Center is a multi-faceted facility that houses an ice skating rink, outdoor swimming pool, six bowling lanes, gymnasium, arts and crafts center, game room, media room, fitness center, multi-purpose room, music room and computer lab. Page 2 of 2 March 27, 2015 MEMORANDUM TO: USCM Member Mayors FROM: Tom Cochran, CEO and Executive Director RE: (1) 2017 and 2018 Annual Meeting Site Selection (2) Application Deadline— May 15, 2015 (3) Site Selection Process (1) 2017 AND 2018 ANNUAL MEETINGS SITE SELECTIONS To date, the Executive Committee has approved the following sites: Year City 2015 San Francisco 2016 Indianapolis, IN (2) APPLICATION DEADLINE Cities interested in hosting the 2017 or 2018 Annual Conference of Mayors must complete the enclosed form and return to my attention at the U.S. Conference of Mayors' headquarters by Friday, May 15, 2015. Once the applications have been received, a report of those applicants will be presented to the 2015 Site Selection Committee. The Site Selection Committee will meet in San Francisco during the 2015 Annual Meeting. (3) SITE SELECTION PROCESS At the 1989 Winter Meeting, the United States Conference of Mayors' Executive Committee, by unanimous vote, established a Site Selection Committee for the purpose of recommending to the Executive Committee future sites of the Annual Meeting of the United States Conference of Mayors. Purpose The Site Selection Committee is charged with review of the applications of candidate cities for the Annual Meeting for at least four years hence. The Site Selection Committee will make a recommendation to the Executive Committee based upon their deliberations. Composition of Site Selection Committee The Site Selection Committee shall always number at least seven member Mayors, Members shall include the top three officers of the Conference, namely, the President, Vice President, Second Vice President, and all Past Presidents. Should the number of Committee session attendees fall below seven, the President shall appoint replacement(s)for that Committee session from the list of Trustees. Mayor of Candidate City No member mayor, regardless of position, may serve on the Site Selection Committee should his or her city be a candidate to host the Annual Meeting. The Site Selection Committee's recommendations for the years 2017 and 2018 will be forwarded to the USCM Executive Committee for final decision during our June, 2015 Annual meeting in San Francisco. If you have any questions about our process, please contact me or Carol Edwards, Director of Conferences and Conventions at (202) 861-6747 or email at: cedwards©a usmayors.orq. Enclosures