2017-30014 ResolutionRESOLUTION NO. 2017 - 30014
A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY
OF MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, PURSUANT TO SECTION 142- 425(d), OF
THE LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS (LDRS); FOLLOWING A
DULY NOTICED PUBLIC HEARING, APPROVING BY 5 /7T "s VOTE OF
THE CITY COMMISSION, THE WAIVER OF THE REQUIREMENTS OF
SECTION 138 -5, OF THE LDRS, IN ORDER TO APPROVE THE
PLACEMENT OF A GENERAL ADVERTISING SIGN FOR THE SMALL
AND LARGE DOG PARKS AT THE NORTH SHORE OPEN SPACE PARK
LOCATED AT 8051 COLLINS AVENUE, MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA.
WHEREAS, on April 26, 2017, the Mayor and City Commission adopted Resolution No.
2017- 29812, authorizing the City to accept a sponsorship donation from the National
Association of Realtors and the Miami Association of Realtors, in the approximate amount of
$5,000 for the purchase of dog agility equipment; and
WHEREAS, the City intends to use the funding to purchase agility equipment for the
existing large and small dog parks located in North Shore Open Space Park, 8051 Collins
Avenue, Miami Beach; and
WHEREAS, the City, as a condition of the grant award, is required to acknowledge the
contribution provided by the sponsor, Miami Association of Realtors, to the City by placing sign
or plaque adjacent to the purchased dog park equipment; and
WHEREAS, a sign or plaque recognizing the sponsor would be considered an advertising
sign under Section 138 -5, of the Land Development Regulations (LDRs), entitled, "General
advertising, prohibited signs and sign devices," which specifically states: "[n]o general
advertising sign shall be constructed, erected, used, operated or maintained in the City ;" and
WHEREAS, in order to install the sign or plaque, as is required under the grant, the City
Commission would have to waive the requirements of Section 134 -5, of the LDRs; and
WHEREAS, Section 142- 425(d), of the LDRs, delineates the process for the City
Commission to waive the requirements of Section 138 -5, of the LDRs; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to 142- 425(d), of the LDRs a condition precedent to the City
Commission proceeding with an advertised, public hearing to waive the applicable development
regulations, the request must first be heard by the Planning Board and a recommendation must
be provided to the City Commission by the Board; and
WHEREAS, on June 7, 2017, City Commission referred this item to the Planning Board;
and
WHEREAS, at the June 27, 2017 Planning Board meeting, the Board unanimously issued
a recommendation supporting the Administration's request for a waiver of Section 138 -5, of the
LDRs, in order to fulfill this element of the grant agreement to allow the general advertising sign
acknowledging the grant contribution by the Miami Association of Realtors to the City of Miami
Beach at the dog park; and
WHEREAS, the proposed 12x12 inch signage would be installed on one of the dog park
entrance gates at North Shore Open Space Park; and
WHEREAS, as the site plan illustrates, proposed signage would not face towards the
Collins Avenue right -of -way; and
WHEREAS, on July 26, 2017, City Commission adopted Resolution 2017 -29910 (Exhibit
D) scheduling a public hearing for September 13, 2017; and
WHEREAS, a waiver requires a 5 /7ths vote of the Mayor and City Commission to
authorize the underlying waiver pursuant to the requirements of 142- 425(d).
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT DULY RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, the Mayor and City Commission
of the City of Miami Beach, Florida, pursuant to Section 142- 425(d), of the Land Development
Regulations (LDRS); following a duly noticed Public Hearing, Approving by 5 /7tns vote of the
Mayor and City Commission, the waiver of the requirements of Section 138 -5, of the LDRs, in
order to approve the placement of a general advertising sign for the small and large dog parks
at the North Shore Open Space Park located at 8051 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, Florida.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this aS' day of September, 2017.
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COMMISSION MEMORANDUM
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Commission
FROM: Jimmy L. Morales, City Manager
DATE: September 13, 2017
2:00 p.m. Public Hearing
SUBJECT: A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, PURSUANT TO SECTION 142- 425(d), OF THE LAND
DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS (LDR); FOLLOWING A DULY NOTICED PUBLIC
HEARING, APPROVING BY 5 /7TH VOTE OF THE CITY COMMISSION, THE
WAIVER OF THE REQUIREMENTS OF SECTION 138 -5, OF THE LDR, IN ORDER
TO APPROVE THE PLACEMENT OF A GENERAL ADVERTISING SIGN FOR THE
SMALL AND LARGE DOG PARKS AT THE NORTH SHORE OPEN SPACE PARK
LOCATED AT 8051 COLLINS AVENUE, MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA.
RECOMMENDATION
City Commission 5 /7ths vote approving the waiver of the requirements of Section 138 -5, of the
LDRs, in order to approve the placement of a general advertising sign for the small and large dog
parks at the North Shore Open Space Park located at 8051 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, Florida.
ANALYSIS
On April 26, 2017, the City Commission adopted Resolution No. 2017 -29812 (Exhibit A), authorizing
the acceptance of a sponsorship donation from National Association of Realtors and the Miami
Association of Realtors in the approximate amount of $5,000 for the purchase of dog agility
equipment. The City intends to use the funding to purchase agility equipment for the existing large
and small bark parks located in North Shore Open Space Park.
To achieve this purpose, the Parks and Recreation Department will need to match funding towards
the purchase of the equipment. As grant recipients, the Department is asked to acknowledge the
contribution done by the Miami Association of Realtors to the City of Miami Beach in the form of a
sign or plaque.
A sign or plaque recognizing the sponsor would be considered an advertising sign under Section
138 -5, of the Land Development Regulations (LDRs), entitled, "General advertising signs," which
specifically states: "[n]o general advertising sign shall be constructed, erected, used, operated or
maintained in the City." In order to install the sign or plaque, as is required under the grant, the City
Commission would have to waive the requirements of Section 134 -5, of the LDRs and Section 142 -
425(d), of the LDRs, delineates the process for waiving the requirements of 138 -5.
On June 7, 2017, City Commission referred this item to the Planning Board.
At the June 27, 2017 Planning Board meeting, the Board unanimously issued a recommendation
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supporting the Administration's request for a waiver of 138 -5, of the LDRs, in order to fulfill this
element of the grant agreement to allow the general advertising sign acknowledging the grant
contribution by the Miami Association of Realtors to the City of Miami Beach at the dog park.
The proposed 12x12 inch signage (Exhibit B) would be installed on one of the dog park entrance
gates at North Shore Open Space Park. As the site plan illustrates (Exhibit C), proposed signage
would not face towards the Collins Avenue right -of -way.
On July 26, 2017, City Commission adopted Resolution 2017 -29910 (Exhibit D) scheduling a public
hearing for September 13, 2017.
Legislative Tracking
Parks and Recreation
ATTACHMENTS:
Description
D Exhibit A -- Resolution No. 2017 -29812
D Exhibit B - Proof for 12x12 in. Signage on Bark Park Entrance Gate
D Exhibit C - NSOSP Dog Park Gate Entrance Site Plan
D Exhibit D — Resolution No, 2017 -29910
D Form Approved Resolution
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2017 -29812
RESOLUTION NO.
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 APPLY FOR, ACCEPT, AND
APPROPRIATE FUNDING (INCLUDING MATCHING FUNDS AND ANY
RELATED CITY EXPENSES), AND EXECUTE ANY AND ALL DOCUMENTS
OR AGREEMENTS IN CONNECTION WITH THE FOLLOWING GRANTS,
FUNDING REQUESTS AND AGREEMENTS: 1) KNIGHT FOUNDATION,
COMMUNITY AND NATIONAL INITIATIVES PROGRAM, IN THE
APPROXIMATE AMOUNT OF $61,000; 2) NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND
SPACE ADMINISTRATION (NASA) IN THE APPROXIMATE AMOUNT OF
$371,780; 3) FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION,
2018 319(h) NONPOINT SOURCE (NPS) GRANTS, IN THE APPROXIMATE
AMOUNT OF $60,000; 4) NATIONAL OCEANIC AND ATMOSPHERIC
ADMINISTRATION (NOAA), DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, NOAA
COASTAL RESILIENCE GRANT, IN THE APPROXIMATE AMOUNT OF
$520,000; 5) MIAMI -DADE COUNTY, CAPITAL DEVELOPMENT GRANT, IN
THE APPROXIMATE AMOUNT OF $30,000 FOR BANDSHELL LIGHTING
IMPROVEMENTS AND IF AWARDED, AUTHORIZING THE CITY TO
EXECUTE AN AMENDMENT TO THE AGREEMENT WITH THE RHYTHM
FOUNDATION REFLECTING THAT THE RHYTHM FOUNDATION WILL
PROVIDE THE CASH MATCH FOR THE GRANT; 6) FLORIDA DEPARTMENT
OF STATE, DIVISION OF HISTORICAL RESOURCES, SMALL MATCHING
GRANTS, IN THE APPROXIMATE AMOUNT OF $50,000; 7) FLORIDA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (FDOT), TRAFFIC RECORDS AREA,
IN THE APPROXIMATE AMOUNT OF $258,300; 8) FLORIDA DEPARTMENT
OF TRANSPORTATION (FDOT), TRAFFIC RECORDS COORDINATING
COMMITTEE, IN THE APPROXIMATE AMOUNT OF $258,300; 9) FLORIDA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (FDOT), OCCUPANT PROTECTION
AND CHILD PASSENGER SAFETY AREA, IN THE APPROXIMATE AMOUNT
OF $60,000; 10) FLORIDA INLAND NAVIGATION DISTRICT, WATERWAY
ASSISTANCE PROGRAM, IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,000,000 FOR INDIAN
CREEK SHORELINE STABILIZATION AND GREENWAY PROJECT (PHASE
2); 11) FLORIDA INLAND NAVIGATION DISTRICT, WATERWAY
ASSISTANCE PROGRAM, IN THE AMOUNT OF $800,000 FOR MAURICE
GIBB PUBLIC SHORELINE STABILIZATION PROJECT; 12) FLORIDA
INLAND NAVIGATION DISTRICT, WATER WAY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM, IN
THE AMOUNT OF $700,000 FOR INDIAN BEACH PARK PROJECT; 13)
FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (FOOT),
TRANSPORTATION ALTERNATIVES PROGRAM, IN THE APPROXIMATE
AMOUNT OF $1,000,000; 14) NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS
(NAR) AND THE MIAMI ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS IN THE
APPROXIMATE AMOUNT OF $5,000; 15) PUBLIC SPACE CHALLENGE, THE
MIAMI FOUNDATION, OUR MIAMI PROGRAM; AND, 16) APPROVAL TO
EXECUTE A CONTRACT IN THE AMOUNT OF $90,000 WITH THE MIAMI
BEACH VISITOR AND CONVENTION AUTHORITY.
WHEREAS, the City Administration requests approval to submit a grant application to
Knight Foundation, Community and National Initiatives Program in the approximate amount of
$61,000 for the North Beach Technology Bootcamp: Closing the Digital Divide, the details of
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which are asfollows:
• The Knight Foundation through the Community and National Initiatives program invest in
ideas that attract and nurture talent by supporting and networking diverse leaders from
all sectors, enhance opportunities by building inclusive pathways to economic prosperity,
and foster civic engagement by enabling people to contribute to and take an active part
in the life of their community.
• If awarded, the City will use the funds to provide specialized computer training to
underserved Miami Beach locals who have limited access to updated and ever -
challenging technological resources programs, and software.
• According to data collected from linked In, Upwork, and Opportunity, the list of the
nation's most in demand job skills is overtaken by computer programming and designing
skills (Business News Daily, 2016).
• Digital literacy is not only necessary for securing and succeeding in today's jobs, but it is
also necessary in order to take advantage of the growing educational, civic, and health
care advances spurred by technological expansions (US Department of Commerce,
2011).
• The North Beach Technology Bootcamp: Closing the Digital Divide aims to attract
residents from low to moderate incomes and provide them with specialized tech training.
It will be a free eight -week comprehensive program that provides technical expertise,
coding classes, and professional support for residents interested in pursuing tech
careers.
• In order to make the North Beach Technology Bootcamp as effective and successful as
possible, the City plans to work with local entities such as Eco Tech Visions, Wyncode
Academy, and /or Miami -Dade College.
• This program supports the key intended outcome to improve alliance with key business
sectors, namely hospitality, arts & international business with a focus on enhanced
culture, entertainment, & tourism.
• Funding is requested in the amount of $61,000 and this grant does not require matching
funds.
WHEREAS, the City Administration requests approval to submit a grant application to
National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) in the approximate amount of $371,780
for the Remote Sensing of Water Quality program, the details of which are asfollows:
• The purpose of the Remote Sensing of Water Quality program through NASA is to
improve the capability of Earth Observing Satellites to remotely sense water quality from
space and also assess the impacts of water quality on ecosystem and habitat health.
• As water supplies become scarcer, it is important to have the ability to assess both the
quantity and quality of water in environmental stores. NASA aims to advance the
capability of remote sensing to assess the quality of water in inland aquatic
environments (e.g., rivers and Takes) and coastal regions.
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• The City's objective with this project is to enhance the characterization of the northern
part of Biscayne Bay's ecosystem, correlating historic water sampling with satellite and
airborne derived data. In addition to mapping the historical sea grass and phytoplankton
blueprints, this study aims to complete a comprehensive water circulation model of
Biscayne Bay and adjacent waterways to provide a better understanding of the main
sources of nutrients and the diffusion capacity.
• Funding will support equipment purchases and travel expenses.
• This program supports the key intended outcome to ensure reliable stormwater
management and resiliency against flooding by implementing select short and long -term
solutions including addressing sea -level rise.
• Funding is requested in the approximate amount of $371,780 and this grant does not
require matching funds.
WHEREAS, the City Administration requests approval to submit a grant application to
Florida Department of Environmental Protection, 2018 319(h) Nonpoint Source (NPS) grants, in
the approximate amount of $60,000, the details ofwhich are as follows:
• The Nonpoint Source Management Program (NPSM) is responsible for the
implementation of the State of Florida's nonpoint source management programs.
• These programs are implemented cooperatively by the Department of Environmental
Protection, Florida's water management districts, other state agencies (Le., Department
of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Department of Health), local governments, and
by the public.
Nonpoint sources include stormwater runoff from urban surface areas and agricultural
operations, failing septic tanks, and erosion.
• NPS pollution is the leading cause of water pollution in Florida today. Managing NPS
pollution at the source is critical to meeting the restoration goals, including Total
Maximum Daily Loads, for impaired waters as required by the Clean Water Act.
• The Everglades Court Green Alley Project seeks to convert the City's last remaining
unpaved alleyway into a green alley. Once completed, the project will showcase green
infrastructure technologies and how they can be effective in minimizing non -point source
pollution being generated from a low- density residential neighborhood.
• The project will employ Best Management Practices to improve stormwater percolation
and maximize pollutant removal within the alley.
• This program supports the key intended outcome to ensure reliable stormwater
management and resiliency against flooding by implementing select short and long -term
solutions including addressing sea -level rise.
• Funding is requested in the amount of $60,000 and matching funds in the amount of
$300,000 are available from project #rwneverpay.
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WHEREAS, the City Administration requests approval to submit a grant application to
National Ocean Service (NOS), National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA),
Coastal Resilience Grants program in the approximate amount of $520,000 for the Brittany Bay
Park Seawall Rehabilitation and Living Shoreline project, the details of which are asfollows:
• The objective of the NOAA Coastal Resilience Grants program, jointly administered by
NOAA's National Ocean Service and National Marine Fisheries Service, is to implement
projects that build resilient U.S. coastal communities, economies and ecosystems.
• This program is intended to build resilience by reducing the risk to coastal communities,
economies and ecosystems from extreme weather events and climate - related hazards.
• The NOAA Coastal Resilience Grants Program supports activities that improve capacity
of multiple coastal jurisdictions (states, counties, municipalities, territories and tribes) to
prepare and plan for, absorb impacts of, recover from, and /or adapt to extreme weather
events and climate - related hazards or activities that restore habitat to strengthen the
resilience of coastal ecosystems and decrease the vulnerability of coastal communities
to extreme weather events and climate- related hazards.
• As part of the Atlantic Intracoastal waterways, Indian Creek canal is an important route
for navigation and connectivity. Its connection to Biscayne Bay supports diverse
biological communities including submerged aquatic, coastal wetland and intertidal and
coastal upland habitats, essential for shoreline protection from erosion or storm damage,
as well as an important source of nutrients for the organisms in the Biscayne Bay
Aquatic Preserve.
• Integrating green infrastructure to the present structural stabilization will not only
enhance the waterfront revitalization and aesthetic value of the site, but also provide
protection of surrounding riparian and intertidal environment, creation of habitat for
aquatic and terrestrial species, and improvement of the water quality via filtration of
upland run -off.
• The funds received from the NOAA Coastal Resilience Grants Program will be used for
the living shoreline landscaping implementation, overlook platforms, furnishings and
educational signage.
Funding in the amount of $520,000 is requested from NOAA and will be matched with
funding from project #ennindcrsw.
• It should be noted that Brittany Bay Park is also called Indian Creek Park.
• This program supports the key intended outcome to ensure reliable stormwater
management and resiliency against flooding by implementing select short and Tong -term
solutions including addressing sea -level rise.
WHEREAS, the City Administration requests approval to submit a grant application to
Miami -Dade County, Capital Development Grants program, in the approximate amount of
$30,000 for Bandshell Lighting Improvements and if awarded, the City Administration also
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requests approval to execute an amendment to the Agreement with the Rhythm Foundation
reflecting that the Rhythm Foundation will provide the cash match for the grant, the details of
which are asfollows:
• The Miami -Dade County Capital Development (CAP) grants program provides funding
assistance to non- profit cultural organizations for capital improvement projects that are
designed to expand, renovate, construct, and /or equip cultural facilities located within
Miami -Dade County.
• These capital projects assist the nonprofit cultural community in providing increased
public service, greater access, enhanced exhibition or performing space and in
developing cultural facilities that can be operated more effectively and efficiently.
• Programs in facilities for which grants have been provided must be ADA accessible and
promoted to the general public.
• If awarded, grant funds in the approximate amount of $30,000 will be used to purchase
lighting equipment for the North Beach Bandshell. This historic amphitheater is owned
by the City of Miami Beach, and is managed by the Rhythm Foundation, a non - profit
cultural organization.
• Existing lighting will be replaced with energy efficient fixtures that will allow users of the
facility to easily host professional cultural productions.
• With the improved lighting system, the Rhythm Foundation intends to attract and
accommodate a greater and more diverse array of performance groups at the Bandshell,
and inevitably enliven the North Beach neighborhood with more music and theater
activities accessible to all.
Funding is requested in the amount of $30,000 and if awarded, the matching cash funds
for this grant, in the amount of $30,000 will be provided by the Rhythm Foundation.
• The equipment will be owned and maintained by the City.
• This program supports the key intended outcome to maximize the Miami Beach brand as
a World Class Destination.
WHEREAS, the City Administration requests approval to submit a grant application to
Florida Department of State, Florida Division of Historical Resources, Small Matching Grants in
the approximate amount of $50,000 for the restoration of the fountain at 41St Street, the details of
which are asfollows:
• The Department of State, Division of Historical Resources, provides state and federal
funds for historic preservation.
• The purpose of this program is to provide funding to assist local, regional and state -wide
efforts to preserve significant historic structures and archaeological sites, and promote
knowledge and appreciation of the history of Florida.
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• Small Matching grant are awarded to assist in acquisition of historic properties or
archaeological sites; restoration, rehabilitation, restoration, and structural analysis;
stabilization of historic and archaeological properties; site specific planning for these
activities; recordation of historic or archaeological properties threatened with damage or
destruction; architectural and archaeological surveys; community education projects;
management plans; nominations to the National Register of Historic Places; and start -up
Main Street projects.
• If awarded, grant funds in the approximate amount of $50,000 will be used to restore the
fountain at 41st Street.
• This project requires $50,000 in matching funds, which will be requested during the next
Capital Budget process.
WHEREAS, the City Administration requests approval to submit a grant application to
Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), Traffic Records Program, in the approximate
amount of $258,300 for the City's Traffic Records Improvement Project, the details of which are
as follows:
• The FDOT State Safety Office awards subgrants to traffic safety partners that undertake
priority area programs and activities to improve traffic safety and reduce crashes,
serious injuries, and fatalities.
• Subgrants may be awarded for assisting in addressing traffic safety deficiencies,
expansion of an ongoing activity, or development of a new program.
• The traffic records system (TRS) is necessary to support highway and traffic safety
decision - making and long -range transportation planning.
• A complete TRS is necessary for identifying the locations and causes of crashes, for
planning and implementing countermeasures, for operational management and control,
and for evaluating highway safety programs and improvements.
• Programs receiving grant funding in this priority area are focused on the improvement of
collection and analysis of traffic data.
• The City's Police Department has assigned a total of sixty (60) officers to the
Entertainment District. These officers respond on foot, ATVs and bicycles. They do not
carry laptops with them, but issue handwritten traffic citations.
• The Administration intends to apply for this grant to purchase Handheld Electronic
Citation Devices (HECDs) to issue tickets, The HECDs will be quicker, more efficient
and easy to trace electronically.
• The Administration intends to submit an application in the amount of $258,300 for this
project.
• This program support the key intended outcome to insist on Police Department
accountability and skilled management/leadership and does not require matching funds.
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WHEREAS, the City Administration requests approval to submit a grant application to
Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), Traffic Records Coordinating Committee, in the
approximate amount of $258,300 for City's Traffic Records Improvement Project , the details of
which are as follows:
• The FDOT State Safety Office awards subgrants to traffic safety partners that undertake
priority area programs and activities to improve traffic safety and reduce crashes,
serious injuries, and fatalities.
• Subgrants may be awarded for assisting in addressing traffic safety deficiencies,
expansion of an ongoing activity, or development of a new program.
• The Traffic Records Coordinating Committee is a multi- agency collaboration to create
and manage a traffic safety information system to provide accessible, accurate,
complete and integrated traffic records data.
• The member agencies have an interest in data systems for crash data, roadway
inventory, citation /adjudication, emergency management services /injury control, driver
license /driver history, and vehicle registration.
• Similar to the description above, this grant request will provide funding for Handheld
Electronic Citation Devices (HECDs) which will allow our police officers to issue
electronic citations.
• The Administration has applied for funding in the approximate amount of $258,300.
• This grant does not require matching funds and supports the key intended outcome to
insist on Police Department accountability and skilled management/leadership.
WHEREAS, the City Administration requests approval to submit a grant application to
Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), Occupant Protection and Child Passenger Safety
Area, in the approximate amount of $60,000 for Miami Beach Police Department Buckle Up
Campaign, the details ofwhich are as follows:
• Correctly using a child restraint for a young child or wearing a safety belt by older
children and adults is the single most effective way to save lives and reduce serious
injuries in crashes.
• Research has found that lap and shoulder combination safety belts, when used, reduce
the risk of fatal injury to front -seat passenger car occupants by 45% and the risk of
moderate -to- critical injury by 50% (NHTSA, 2011).
• According to the Florida Department of Transportation, Miami -Dade County recorded the
lowest statewide occupant belt use, at just 85.4 %. The statewide average usage rate for
Florida is 88.2 %.
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• An independent seat belt study conducted by Miami Beach Police Department resulted
in an average seat belt usage rate of 84.33% in Miami Beach, which is below both the
Miami -Dade County average, and the statewide average.
• The Administration has submitted an application for funding in the amount of $60,000.
• This grant does not require matching funds and supports the key intended outcome to
insist on Police Department accountability and skilled management/leadership.
WHEREAS, the City Administration requests approval to submit a grant application to
Florida Inland Navigation District (FIND), Waterway Assistance Program, in the amount of
$1,000,000; for the Indian Creek Shoreline Stabilization and Greenway project, the details of
which are as follows:
• The Waterway Assistance Program is a grant program established by the Florida
Legislature and the District for the purpose of financially cooperating with local
governments to alleviate problems associated with the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway
and associated waterways within the District.
• The program is authorized by Section 374.976, Florida Statutes, and is administered
under the provisions of Chapter 66B -2, Florida Administrative Code.
• The Indian Creek Shoreline Stabilization and Greenway project will continue the creation
of a mile -long greenway for public use as well as the construction of a new seawall for
shoreline stabilization and flood mitigation.
• The scope of work for the project includes rebuilding the public seawall at a higher
elevation between 25th Street and 41st Street as well as building a greenway that will
include: a linear greenway along the west side of the road with a walkway and areas of
living shoreline. Thus far and with 2016 FIND funding, the project is completed in the
area of Collins Avenue /Indian Creek Drive between 25th Street and 26th Street, which
includes a new seawall on the public right of way.
• The project's ongoing work includes the construction of a new seawall on the public right
of way on Indian Creek Drive north of 26th Street and up to the 41st Street Bridge.
Portions of the project are owned by the City and other portions are privately owned.
• A continuous greenway is dependent on private properties being transferred to City
ownership. In order to complete the project in its entirety, the City is working with
property owners.
• Property owners of parcels of land along the west side of Indian Creek Drive have the
option to donate land through quit claim deeds that would transfer ownership and
maintenance responsibilities to the City, and owners may retain rights to apply for future
docks.
• All parcels owned by the City will have a new seawall constructed and will be included in
the landscaped greenway.
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• Due to growing community support for this project, the City plans to expand the project
site south from 23rd Street to 25th Street and if awarded intends to use FIND funding in
the amount of $1,000,000 to support this project.
• In accordance with FIND regulations, the City will be responsible for maintenance of the
property and will execute a Florida Inland Navigation District Resolution confirming this
(Attachment 1).
• This program supports the key intended outcome to ensure reliable stormwater
management and resiliency against flooding by implementing select short and Tong -term
solutions including addressing sea -level rise.
• Matching funds in the amount of $1,000,000 are required for this project and are
available from project #ennindcrsw.
WHEREAS, the City Administration requests approval to submit a grant application to
Florida Inland Navigation District (FIND), Waterway Assistance Program, in the amount of
$800,000 for the Maurice Gibb Public Shoreline Stabilization project, the details of which are as
follows:
• The proposed scope of work for the shoreline stabilization includes enhancement and
expansion of the existing mangrove shoreline, reconstruction and waterward extension
of the existing boardwalk, and reconstruction of an elevated seawall.
• In accordance with FIND regulations, the City will be responsible for maintenance of the
property and will execute a Florida Inland Navigation District Resolution confirming this
(Attachment 2).
• This program supports the key intended outcome to ensure reliable stormwater
management and resiliency against flooding by implementing select short and long -term
solutions including addressing sea -level rise.
• Matching funds in the amount of $1,400,000 are required for this project and are
available in project #pkgibbrede.
WHEREAS, the City Administration requests approval to submit a grant application to
Florida Inland Navigation District, Waterway Assistance Program, in the amount of $700,000 for
the Indian Beach Park project, the details of which are as follows:
• This project will provide shoreline access to pedestrians at Indian Beach Park, Miami
Beach.
• For the past century, seawalls were placed to stabilize the shorelines of the City and to
provide the public with easy access to Biscayne Bay for boating, fishing, viewing, and
other recreational activities.
• The decades -long deterioration of these navigational structures has resulted in shoreline
erosion, which threatens the quality of the water in the Intracoastal Waterway.
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• If awarded funding in the amount of $700,000, this project will restore the structural
integrity of the seawall, prevent the discharge of sediment into Biscayne Bay, and be
conducive to improved water quality.
• FIND funds will be used to transform this into a waterfront park and boardwalk.
• Improvements include a pavilion, living shoreline, site furniture and expanded day use
dock. In accordance with FIND regulations, the City will be responsible for maintenance
of the property and will execute a Florida Inland Navigation District Resolution confirming
this (Attachment 3).
• This program supports the key intended outcome to ensure reliable stormwater
management and resiliency against flooding by implementing select short and long -term
solutions including addressing sea -level rise.
• Matching funds in the amount of $715,000 are required for this project and are available
in project #enninbchsw.
WHEREAS, the City Administration requests approval to submit a grant application to
Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP), in
the approximate amount of $1,000,000, the details of which are as follows:
• The TAP is an element of the Federal Highway Administration's Surface Transportation
Program and funds the following types of transportation projects: Construction of on-
road and off -road facilities for pedestrians and bicyclists; Construction of turnouts,
overlooks, and viewing areas; Inventory, control, or removal of outdoor advertising; and
Historic preservation and rehabilitation of historic transportation facilities.
• If awarded, funding in the approximate amount of $1,000,000 will serve to connect the
gaps in the existing public Baywaik to provide a continuous recreational path that will link
residential and commercial areas between the South Beach and Mid -Beach
neighborhoods along Biscayne Bay.
• The design will consist of both on land and overwater walkways that will connect public
streetend parks and existing pedestrian and bicycle networks.
• This program supports the key intended outcome to ensure reliable stormwater
management and resiliency against flooding by implementing select short and long -term
solutions including addressing sea -level rise.
• Matching funds in the amount of $200,000 are available in project #encbaywalk.
WHEREAS, the City Administration requests approval to submit a grant application to
National Association of Realtors (NAR) and the Miami Association of Realtors in the
approximate amount of $5,000 for the Miami Beach Dog Agility Equipment, the details of which
are asfollows:
• Placemaking grants are designed to transform underused or unused public spaces into
vibrant gathering places accessible to everyone in a community.
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• The projects can help to enhance a neighborhood and encourage additional public
spaces to be created.
• The City intends to use NAR funding to purchase agility equipment for the existing dog
park, located in North Shore Open Space Park. This program does not require matching
funds.
WHEREAS, the City Administration requests approval to submit a grant application to
Public Space Challenge, the Miami Foundation, Our Miami Program for Maurice Gibb Park, the
details ofwhich are as follows:
• Established fifty years ago, in 1967, The Miami Foundation uses civic leadership,
community investment and philanthropy to improve the quality of life for everyone who
calls Greater Miami their home.
• The Miami Foundation's Public Space Challenges provides funds to improve Greater
Miami's parks, plazas and local gathering places.
• This year's funding priority is for ideas that encourage healthy eating and active play.
• If awarded, the city will receive funding for environmental signage and content
development at Maurice Gibb Park.
• The signage will be used to provide the public with information on accessing our
waterways via kayak tour and scavenger hunt.
• The project will tie into the Resilience Tour showcase and interactive app that is being
developed, and will show connectivity between our waterways.
• The Project will tie into Our Miami's funding priority of `Active Play'.
• The amount of funding will be determined during the selection phase of the grant cycle;
there is a total of $305,000 in total for this program.
• This project supports the key intended outcome to maximize the Miami Beach brand as
a World Class Destination.
WHEREAS, the City Administration requests approval to execute a contract in the
amount of $90,000 with the Miami Beach Visitor and Convention Authority for the 2017 U.S.
Conference of Mayors Event, the details ofwhich are as follows:
• The United States Conference of Mayors (USCM) is the official non - partisan
organization of cities with populations of 30,000 or more.
• Through a highly competitive selection process, Miami Beach was chosen as the Host
City for the 85th Annual U.S. Conference of Mayors, the most significant gathering of the
nation's elected officials. With more than 300 leading Mayors in attendance, plus
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approximately 1,200 delegates, aides, elected officials and families in attendance and
Federal Administration including the President and members of Cabinet.
• The Miami Beach USCM will take place this summer from June 23 -26, 2017 at the
historic Fontainebleau Hotel.
• The opportunity for the City of Miami Beach to host USCM presents a significant
occasion to showcase our city on a national stage, underlining our distinct brand as a
world -class destination, enhancing our tourism industry, and sharing the best of Miami
Beach with the nation's leading mayors.
• More than 1,500 guests are anticipated to attend, including 300 mayors and their
spouses and families, delegates, and VIP business leaders.
• The Miami Beach Visitor and Convention Authority's (MBVCA) mission is to proactively
recruit, develop, and financially support and partner with events, festivals, programs and
activities.
• The VCA's Board of Directors unanimously voted to support the USCM event in the
amount of $90,000.
• The funding does not require a match and this project supports the key intended
outcome to maximize the Miami Beach brand as a World Class Destination.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT DULY RESOLVED BY 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 apply for, accept, and appropriate funding
(including matching funds and any related City expenses), and execute any and all documents
or agreements in connection with the following grants and funding agreements: 1) Knight
Foundation, Community and National Initiatives Program, in the approximate amount of
$61,000; 2) National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) in the approximate amount
of $371,780; 3) Florida Department of Environmental Protection, 2018 319(h) Nonpoint Source
(NPS) Grants, in the approximate amount of $60,000; 4) National Oceanic and Atmospheric
Administration (NOAA), Department of Commerce, NOAA Coastal Resilience Grant, in the
approximate amount of $520,000; 5) Miami -Dade County, Capital Development Grant, in the
approximate amount of $30,000 for Bandshell Lighting Improvements and if awarded, the Mayor
and the City Commission authorize the City to execute an amendment to the agreement with
the Rhythm Foundation reflecting that the Rhythm Foundation will provide the cash match for
the grant; 6) Florida Department of State, Division of Historical Resources, Small Matching
Grants, in the approximate amount of $50,000; 7) Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT),
Traffic Records Area, in the approximate amount of $258,300; 8) Florida Department of
Transportation (FDOT), Traffic Records Coordinating Committee, in the approximate amount of
$258,300; 9) Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), Occupant Protection and Child
Passenger Safety Area, in the approximate amount of $60,000; 10) Florida Inland Navigation
District, Waterway Assistance program, in the amount of $1,000,000 for Indian Creek Shoreline
Stabilization and Greenway Project (Phase 2); 11) Florida Inland Navigation District, Waterway
Assistance Program, in the amount of $800,000 for Maurice Gibb Public Shoreline Stabilization
project; 12) Florida Inland Navigation District, Water Way Assistance Program, in the amount of
$700,000 for Indian Beach Park project; 13) Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT),
Transportation Alternatives Program, in the approximate amount of $1,000,000; 14) National
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Association of Realtors (NAR) and the Miami Association of Realtors in the approximate amount
of $5,000; 15) Public Space Challenge, the Miami Foundation, Our Miami Program; and, 16) a
contract in the amount of $90,000 with the Miami Beach Visitor and Convention Authority.
PASSED and ADOPTED this 0.26 day of 4p YI J , 2017.
ATTEST:
Rafael E. Granado, City Clerk
ATTACHMENTS:
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ATTACHMENT 1
ATTACHMENT E -7
RESOLUTION FOR ASSISTANCE 2017
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 Indian Creek Shoreline Stabilization and Greenway
Total Estimated Cost $2,000,000
Brief Description of Project: The Indian Creek Shoreline Stabilization and Greenway
project will create a greenway /park for public use, as well as create shoreline
improvements. FIND funds will be used for the greenway /park portion of the project.
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
that the project described above be authorized,
(Name of Agency)
AND, be it further resolved that said City of Miami Beach
(Name of Agency)
make application to the Florida Inland Navigation District in the amount of 50 % of the
actual cost of the project in behalf of said City of Miami Beach
(Name of Agency)
AND, be it further resolved by the City of Miami Beach
(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 cornplete 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.
(1)
Form No. 90 -21 (Effective date 12- 17 -90, Rev. 10- 14 -92)
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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 for public use.
(Name of Agency)
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 persons with disabilities 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 City of Miami Beach Conixnission at a legal meeting
held on this 26th day of April 2017 .
City Clerk
Attest
Title
(2)
Signature
City Manager
Title
APPROVED AS TO
FORM & LANGUAGE
FOR EXECUTION
City Attorney Date
Form No. 90 -21 (Effective date 12- 17 -90, Rev. 10- 14 -92)
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ATTACHMENT 2
ATTACHMENT E -7
RESOLUTION FOR ASSISTANCE 2017
UNDER THE FLORIDA INLAND NAVIGATION DISTRICT
WATERWAYS ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
WHEREAS, THE City of Miami Beach is interested in carrying out the
(Name ofAgency)
following described project for the enjoyment of the citizenry of Miami Beach
and the State of Florida:
Project Title Maurice Gibb Public Shoreline Stabilization
Total Estimated Cost $2.2 million
Brief Description of Project: The Indian Creek Shoreline Stabilization and Greenway
project will create a greenway /park for public use, as well as create shoreline
improvements. FIND funds will be used for the greenway /park portion of the project.
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
that the project described above be authorized,
(Name of Agency)
AND, be it further resolved that said City of Miami Beach
(Name of Agency)
make application to the Florida Inland Navigation District in the amount of 36 % of the
actual cost of the project in behalf of said City of Miami Beach
(Name of Agency)
AND, be it further resolved by the City of Miami Beach
(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.
(1)
Form No. 90 -21 (Effective date 12- 17 -90, Rev. 10- 14 -92)
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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 for public use.
(Name of Agency)
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 persons with disabilities 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 City of Miami Beach Commission at a legal meeting
held on this 26th day of April 2017 .
City Clerk
Attest Signature
City Manager
Title Title
(2)
APPROVED AS TO
FORM & LANGUAGE
& FOR EXECUTION
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City Attorney Date
Form No. 90 -21 (Effective date 12- 17 -90, Rev. 10- 14 -92)
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ATTAC HM ENT 3
ATTACHMENT E -7
RESOLUTION FOR ASSISTANCE 2017
UNDER THE FLORIDA INLAND NAVIGATION DISTRICT
WATERWAYS ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
WHEREAS, THE City of Miami Beach is interested in carrying out the
(Name ofAgency)
following described project for the enjoyment of the citizenry of Miami Beach
and the State of Florida:
Project Title Indian Beach Park
Total Estimated Cost $1,415,000
Brief Description of Project: The Indian Creek Shoreline Stabilization and Greenway
project will create a greenway /park for public use, as well as create shoreline
improvements. FIND funds will be used for the greenway /park portion of the project.
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
that the project described above be authorized,
(Name of Agency)
AND, be it further resolved that said City of Miami Beach
(Name ofAgency)
make application to the Florida Inland Navigation District in the amount of 49 % of the
actual cost of the project in behalf of said City of Miami Beach
(Name of Agency)
AND, be it further resolved by the City of Miami Beach
(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.
(1)
Form No. 90 -21 (Effective date 12- 17 -90, Rev. 10- 14 -92)
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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 for public use.
(Name of
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 persons with disabilities 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 City of Miami Beach Commission at a legal meeting
held on this 26th day of April 2017 .
City Clerk
Attest Signature
City Manager
Title Title
(2)
APPROVED AS TO
FORM & LANGUAGE
& FOR EXECUTION
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AMI BEACH
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COMMISSION MEMORANDUM
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Commission
FROM: Jimmy L. Morales, City Manager
DATE: April 26, 2017
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 APPLY FOR, ACCEPT, AND
APPROPRIATE FUNDING (INCLUDING MATCHING FUNDS AND ANY
RELATED CITY EXPENSES), AND EXECUTE ANY AND ALL DOCUMENTS
OR AGREEMENTS IN CONNECTION WITH THE FOLLOWING GRANTS,
FUNDING REQUESTS AND AGREEMENTS: 1) KNIGHT FOUNDATION,
COMMUNITY AND NATIONAL INITIATIVES PROGRAM, IN THE
APPROXIMATE AMOUNT OF $61,000; 2) NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND
SPACE ADMINISTRATION (NASA) IN THE APPROXIMATE AMOUNT OF
$371,78 0; 3) FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL
PROTECTION, 2018 319(h) NONPOINT SOURCE (NPS) GRANTS, IN THE
APPROXIMATE AMOUNT OF $60,000; 4) NATIONAL OCEANIC AND
ATMOSPHERIC ADMINISTRATION (NOAA), DEPARTMENT OF
COMMERCE, NOAA COASTAL RESILIENCE GRANT, IN THE
APPROXIMATE AMOUNT OF $520,000; 5) MIAMI -DADE COUNTY, CAPITAL
DEVELOPMENT GRANT, IN THE APPROXIMATE AMOUNT OF $30,000
FOR BANDSHELL LIGHTING IMPROVEMENTS AND IF AWARDED,
AUTHORIZING THE CITY TO EXECUTE AN AMENDMENT TO THE
AGREEMENT WITH THE RHYTHM FOUNDATION REFLECTING THAT THE
RHYTHM FOUNDATION WILL PROVIDE THE CASH MATCH FOR THE
GRANT; 6) FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF STATE, DIVISION OF
HISTORICAL RESOURCES, SMALL MATCHING GRANTS, IN THE
APPROXIMATE AMOUNT OF $50,000; 7) FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF
TRANSPORTATION (FDOT), TRAFFIC RECORDS AREA, IN THE
APPROXIMATE AMOUNT OF $258,300; 8) FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF
TRANSPORTATION (FDOT), TRAFFIC RECORDS COORDINATING
COMMITTEE, IN THE APPROXIMATE AMOUNT OF $258,300; 9) FLORIDA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (FDOT), OCCUPANT PROTECTION
AND CHILD PASSENGER SAFETY AREA, IN THE APPROXIMATE
AMOUNT OF $60,000; 10) FLORIDA INLAND NAVIGATION DISTRICT,
WATERWAY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM, IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,000,000
FOR INDIAN CREEK SHORELINE STABILIZATION AND GREENWAY
PROJECT (PHASE 2); 11) FLORIDA INLAND NAVIGATION DISTRICT,
WATERWAY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM, IN THE AMOUNT OF $800,000 FOR
MAURICE GIBE PUBLIC SHORELINE STABILIZATION PROJECT; 12).
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FLORIDA INLAND NAVIGATION DISTRICT, WATER WAY ASSISTANCE
PROGRAM, IN THE AMOUNT OF $700,000 FOR INDIAN BEACH PARK
PROJECT; 13) FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (FDOT),
TRANSPORTATION ALTERNATIVES PROGRAM, IN THE APPROXIMATE
AMOUNT OF $1,000,000; 14) NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS
(NAR) AND THE MIAMI ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS IN THE
APPROXIMATE AMOUNT OF $5,000; 15) PUBLIC SPACE CHALLENGE,
THE MIAMI FOUNDATION, OUR MIAMI PROGRAM; AND, 16) APPROVAL
TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT IN THE AMOUNT OF $90,000 WITH THE
MIAMI BEACH VISITOR AND CONVENTION AUTHORITY.
RECOMMENDATION
Adopt the Resolution.
ANALYSIS
1) �•.r• .I • • �i ...n .•. .'• . - . •e F
National Initiatives Program in the approximate amou 1 of $61,000
Technology Bootcamp
The Knight Foundation through the Community and National Initiatives program invest in
ideas that attract and nurture talent by supporting and networking diverse leaders from all
sectors, enhance opportunities by building inclusive pathways to economic prosperity,
and foster civic engagement by enabling people to contribute to and take an active part in
the life of their community. If awarded, the City will use the funds to provide specialized
computer training to underserved Miami Beach locals who have limited access to
updated and ever - challenging technological resources programs, and software.
or the North Beach
According to data collected from linked In, Upwork, and Opportunity, the list of the
nation's most In demand job skills is overtaken by computer programming and designing
skills (Business News Daily, 2016). Digital literacy is not only necessary for securing and
succeeding in today's jobs, but it is also necessary in order to take advantage of the
growing educational, civic, and health care advances spurred by technological
expansions (US Department of Commerce, 2011). The North Beach Technology
Bootcamp: Closing the Digital Divide aims to attract residents from low to moderate
incomes and provide them with specialized tech training. It will be a free eight -week
comprehensive program that provides technical expertise, coding classes, and
professional support for residents interested in pursuing tech careers.
In order to make the North Beach Technology Bootcamp as effective and successful as
possible, the City plans to work with local entities such as Eco Tech Visions, Wyncode
Academy, and /or Miami -Dade College. This program supports the key intended
outcome to improve alliance with key business sectors, namely hospitality, arts &
international business with a focus on enhanced culture, entertainment, & tourism.
Funding is requested in the amount of $61,000 and this grant does not require matching
funds.
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2 ) Approval to submit a grant application to National Aeronautics and Space
Administration (NASA) in the approximate amount of $371,780 for the Remote Sensing
of Water Quality program.
The purpose of the Remote Sensing of Water Quality program through NASA is to
improve the capability of Earth Observing Satellites to remotely sense water quality from
space and also assess the impacts of water quality on ecosystem and habitat health. As
water supplies become scarcer, it is important to have the ability to assess both the
quantity and quality of water in environmental stores. NASA aims to advance the
capability of remote sensing to assess the quality of water in inland aquatic environments
(e.g., rivers and lakes) and coastal regions.
The City's objective with this project is to enhance the characterization of the northern
part of Biscayne Bays ecosystem, correlating historic water sampling with satellite and
airborne derived data. In addition to mapping the historical sea grass and phytoplankton
blueprints, this study aims to complete a comprehensive water circulation model of
Biscayne Bay and adjacent waterways to provide a better understanding of the main
sources of nutrients and the diffusion capacity. Funding will support equipment
purchases and travel expenses. This program supports the key intended outcome to
ensure reliable stormwater management and resiliency against flooding by implementing
select short and long-term solutions including addressing sea -level rise. Funding is
requested in the approximate amount of $371,780 and this grant does not require
matching funds.
3 ) Approval to submit a grant application to Florida Department of Environmental
Protection, 2018 319(h) Nonpoint Source (NPS) grants, in the approximate amount of
$60.000.
The Nonpoint Source Management Program (NPSM) is responsible for the
implementation of the State of Florida's nonpoint source management programs. These
programs are implemented cooperatively by the Department of Environmental.
Protection, Florida's water management districts, other state agencies (i.e., Department
of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Department of Health), local governments, and
by the public. Nonpoint sources include stormwater runoff from urban surface areas and
agricultural operations, failing septic tanks, and erosion. NPS pollution is the leading
cause of water pollution in Florida today. Managing NPS pollution at the source is critical
to meeting the restoration goals, including Total Maximum Daily Loads, for impaired
waters as required by the Clean Water Act,
The Everglades Court Green Ailey Project seeks to convert the City's last remaining
unpaved alleyway into a green alley. Once completed, the project will showcase green
infrastructure technologies and how they can be effective in minimizing non -point source
pollution being generated from a low- density residential neighborhood. The project will
employ Best Management Practices to improve stormwater percolation and maximize
pollutant removal within the alley. This program supports the key intended outcome to
ensure reliable stormwater management and resiliency against flooding by implementing
select short and long -term solutions including addressing sea -level rise. Funding is
requested in the amount of $60,000 and matching funds in the amount of $300,000 are
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available from project #rwneverpay.
4 ) - Approval to submit a grant application to National Ocean Service (NOS). National
Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). Coastal Resilience Grants program in
the approximate amount of $520 Q00 for the Brittany Bay Park Seawall Rehabilitation and
Living Shoreline project.
T- he objective of the NOAA Coastal Resilience Grants program, jointly administered by
NOAA's National Ocean Service and National Marine Fisheries Service, is to implement
projects that build resilient U.S. coastal communities, economies and ecosystems. This
program is intended to build resilience by reducing the risk to coastal communities,
economies and ecosystems from extreme weather events and climate - related hazards.
Projects that build resilience include activities that protect life and property, safeguard
people and infrastructure, strengthen the economy, and /or conserve and restore coastal
and marine resources.
The NOAA Coastal Resilience Grants Program supports activities that improve capacity
of multiple coastal jurisdictions (states, counties, municipalities, territories and tribes) to
prepare and plan for, absorb impacts of, recover from, and /or adapt to extreme weather
events and climate- related hazards or activities that restore habitat to strengthen the
resilience of coastal ecosystems and decrease the vulnerability of coastal communities
to extreme weather events and climate - related hazards. Located at the southernmost
entrance of North Beach by the 63rd Street Bridge, Brittany Bay Park extends north
along the water and west of Indian Creek Drive, one of the City's major thoroughfares.
As part of the Atlantic Intracoastal waterways, Indian Creek canal is an important route for
navigation and connectivity. Its connection to Biscayne Bay supports diverse biological
communities including submerged aquatic, coastal wetland and intertidal and coastal
upland habitats, essential for shoreline protection from erosion or storm damage, as well
as an important source of nutrients for the organisms in the Biscayne Bay Aquatic
Preserve.
Incorporating living shorelines to the shoreline stabilization of the Park's seawall
rehabilitation will provide shoreline protection to one of the key connection sites within the
City. In addition, integrating green infrastructure to the present structural stabilization will
not only enhance the waterfront revitalization and aesthetic value of the site, but also
provide protection of surrounding riparian and intertidal environment, creation of habitat
for aquatic and terrestrial species, and improvement of the water quality via filtration of
upland run -off. The funds received from the NOAA Coastal Resilience Grants Program
will be used for the living shoreline landscaping implementation, overlook platforms,
furnishings and educational signage. Funding in the amount of $520,000 is requested
from NOAA and will be matched with funding from project #ennindcrsw. It should be
noted that Brittany Bay Park is also called Indian Creek Park. This project is part of a
larger project; the entire cost for the Brittany Bay Park seawall and living shoreline
construction project is estimated at approximately $3 million.
This program supports the key intended outcome to ensure reliable stomiwater
management and resiliency against flooding by implementing select short and long-term
solutions including addressing sea -level rise.
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5) Approval to submit a grant application to Miami -Dade County, Capital Development
Grants program, in the approximate amount of $30,000 for Bandshell Lighting
Improvements and if awarded authorizing the City to execute an amendment to the
Agreement with the Rhythm Foundation reflecting that the Rhythm Foundation will
provide the cash match for the grant.
The Miami -Dade County Capital Development (CAP) grants program provides funding
assistance to non - profit cultural organizations for capital improvement projects that are
designed to expand, renovate, construct, and /or equip cultural facilities located within
Miami -Dade County. These capital projects assist the nonprofit cultural community in
providing increased public service, greater access, enhanced exhibition or performing
space and in developing cultural facilities that can be operated more effectively and
efficiently. Programs in facilities for which grants have been provided must be ADA
accessible and promoted to the general public.
If awarded, grant funds in the approximate amount of $30,000 will be used to purchase
lighting equipment for the North Beach Bandshell. This historic amphitheater is owned by
the City of Miami Beach, and is managed by the Rhythm Foundation, a non- profit cultural
organization. Existing lighting will be replaced with energy efficient fixtures that will allow
users of the facility to easily host professional cultural productions. With the improved
lighting system, the Rhythm Foundation intends to attract and accommodate a greater
and more diverse array of performance groups at the Bandshell, and inevitably enliven
the North Beach neighborhood with more music and theater activities accessible to all.
Funding is requested in the amount of $30,000 and if awarded, the matching cash funds
for this grant, in the amount of $30,000 will be provided by the Rhythm Foundation. The
equipment will be owned and maintained by the City. This program supports the key
intended outcome to maximize the Miami Beach brand as a World Class Destination.
6) Approval to submit a grant application to Florida Department of State Florida Division
of Historical Resources, Small Matching Grants in the approximate amount of $50,000
for the restoration of the fountain at 41 th Street.
The Department of State, Division of historical Resources, provides state and federal
funds for historic preservation. The purpose of this program is to provide funding to
assist local, regional and state -wide efforts to preserve significant historic structures and
archaeological sites, and promote knowledge and appreciation of the history of Florida.
Small Matching grant are awarded to assist in acquisition of historic properties or
archaeological sites; restoration, rehabilitation, restoration, and structural analysis;
stabilization of historic and archaeological properties; site specific planning for these
activities; recordation of historic or archaeological properties threatened with damage or
destruction; architectural and archaeological surveys; community education projects;
management plans; nominations to the National Register of Historic Places; and start-up
Main Street projects.
If awarded, grant funds in the approximate amount of $50,000 will be used to restore the
fountain at 41st Street. This project requires $50,000 in matching funds, which will be
requested during the next Capital Budget process.
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7 ) Approval to submit a grant application to Florida Department of Transportation
(FDOT), Traffic Records Program, in the approximate amount of $258.300 for the City's,
Traffic Records Improvement Project
The FDOT State Safety Office awards subgrants to traffic safety partners that
undertake priority area programs and activities to improve traffic safety and reduce
crashes, serious injuries, and fatalities. Subgrants may be awarded for assisting in
addressing traffic safety deficiencies, expansion of an ongoing activity, or development
of a new program.
The traffic records system (TRS) is necessary to support highway and traffic safety
decision- making and long -range transportation planning. A complete TRS is necessary
for identifying the locations and causes of crashes, for planning and implementing
countermeasures, for operational management and control, and for evaluating highway
safety programs and improvements. Programs receiving grant funding in this priority area
are focused on the improvement of collection and analysis of traffic data.
The City's Police Department has assigned a total of sixty (60) officers to the
Entertainment District. These officers respond on foot, ATVs and bicycles. They do not
carry laptops with them, but issue handwritten traffic citations. The Administration intends
to apply for this grant to purchase Handheld Electronic Citation Devices (HECDs) to
issue tickets. The HECDs will be quicker, more efficient and easy to trace electronically.
The Administration intends to submit an application in the amount of $258,300 for this
project. Matching funds are not required and this project supports the key intended
outcome to insist on Police Department accountability and skilled
management/leadership,
8 ) Approval to submit a grant application to Florida Department of Transportation
(FDOT), Traffic Records Coordinating Committee, in the approximate amount of
$258,300 for City's Traffic Records Improvement Project.
The FDOT State Safety Office awards subgrants to traffic safety partners that undertake
priority area programs and activities to improve traffic safety and reduce crashes, serious
injuries, and fatalities. Subgrants may be awarded for assisting in addressing traffic
safety deficiencies, expansion of an ongoing activity, or development of a new program.
The Traffic Records Coordinating Committee is a multi- agency collaboration to create
and manage a traffic safety information system to provide accessible, accurate,
complete and integrated traffic records data. The member agencies have an interest in
data systems for crash data, roadway inventory, citation/adjudication, emergency
management services /injury control, driver license /driver history, and vehicle registration.
Similar to the description above, this grant request will provide funding for Handheld
Electronic Citation Devices (HECDs) which will allow our police officers to issue
electronic citations. The Administration has applied for funding in the approximate
amount of $258,300. This grant does not require matching funds and supports the key
intended outcome to insist on Police Department accountability and skilled
management/leadership.
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9 ) Approval to submit a grant application to Florida Department of Transportation
(FDOT), Occupant Protection and Child Passenger Safety Area, in the approximate
amount of $60,000 for Miami Beach Police Department Buckle Up Campaign.
Correctly using a child restraint for a young child or wearing a safety belt by older children
and adults is the single most effective way to save lives and reduce serious injuries in
crashes. Research has found that lap and shoulder combination safety belts, when used,
reduce the risk of fatal injury to front -seat passenger car occupants by 45% and the risk
of moderate -to- critical injury by 50% (NHTSA, 2011).
According to the Florida Department of Transportation, Miami -Dade County recorded
the lowest statewide occupant belt use, at just 85.4 %. The statewide average usage rate
for Florida is 88.2 %. An independent seat belt study conducted by Miami Beach Police
Department resulted in an average seat belt usage rate of 84.33% in Miami Beach, which
is below both the Miami -Dade County average, and the statewide average. The
Administration has submitted an application for funding in the amount
This grant does not require matching funds and supports the key intended outcome to
insist on Police Department accountability and skilled management/leadership.
10) Approval to submit a grant application to Florida Inland Navigation District (FIND),
Waterway Assistance Program, in the amount of $1,000.000: for the Indian Creek
Shoreline Stabilization and Greenway project.
The Waterway Assistance Program is a grant program established by the Florida
Legislature and the District for the purpose of financially cooperating with local
governments to alleviate problems associated with the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway
and associated waterways within the District. The program is authorized by Section
374.976, Florida Statutes, and is administered under the provisions of Chapter 66B -2,
Florida Administrative Code.
The Indian Creek Shoreline Stabilization and Greenway project will continue the creation
of a mile -long greenway for public use as well as the construction of a new seawall for
shoreline stabilization and flood mitigation. The scope of work for the project includes
rebuilding the public seawall at a higher elevation between 25th Street and 41st Street as
well as building a greenway that will include. a linear greenway along the west side of the
road with a walkway and areas of living shoreline. Thus far and with 2016 FIND funding,
the project is completed in the area of Collins Avenue /Indian Creek Drive between 25th
Street and 26th Street, which includes a new seawall on the public right of way. The
project's ongoing work includes the construction of a new seawall on the public right of
way on Indian Creek Drive north of 26th Street and up to the 41st Street Bridge. Portions
of the project are owned by the City and other portions are privately owned.
A continuous greenway is dependent on private properties being transferred to City
ownership. In order to complete the project in its entirety, the City is working with property
owners. Property owners of parcels of land along the west side of Indian Creek Drive
have the option to donate land through quit claim deeds that would transfer ownership
and maintenance responsibilities to the City, and owners may retain rights to apply for
future docks. All parcels owned by the City will have a new seawall constructed and will
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be included in the landscaped greenway. Due to growing community support for this
project, the City plans to expand the project site south from 23rd Street to 25th Street and
if awarded intends to use FIND funding in the amount of $1,000,000 to support this
project. I n accordance with FIND regulations, the City will be responsible for
maintenance of the property and will execute a Florida Inland Navigation District
Resolution confirming this (Attachment 1).
This program supports the key intended outcome to ensure reliable stormwater
management and resiliency against flooding by implementing select short and long-term
solutions including addressing sea -level rise. Matching funds in the amount of
$1,000,000 are required for this project and are available from project #ennindcrsw.
11)Approval to submit a grant application to Florida Inland Navigation District (FIND).
Waterway Assistance Program. in the amount of $800.000 for the Maurice Gibb Public
Shoreline Stabilization project.
Proposed improvements will include a playground, bathrooms, a pavilion, a vita course,
picnic pavilions, walkways with lighting, park benches, open sodded areas, landscape
and irrigation. Alternates that could be added to the scope of work are transient docks,
non - motorized docks, a bath house, a seawall or living seawall, and a fishing /viewing
pier /path. The proposed scope of work for the shoreline stabilization includes
enhancement and expansion of the existing mangrove shoreline, reconstruction and
waterward extension of the existing boardwalk, and reconstruction of an elevated
seawall. In accordance with FIND regulations, the City will be responsible for
maintenance of the property and will execute a Florida Inland Navigation District
Resolution confirming this (Attachment 2).
This program supports the key intended outcome to ensure reliable stormwater
management and resiliency against flooding by implementing select short and Tong -term
solutions including addressing sea -level rise. Matching funds in the amount of
$1,400,000 are required for this project and are available in project #pkgibbrede.
12) Approval to submit a grant application to Florida Inland Navigation District. Waterway
Assistance Program. in the amount of $700.000 for the Indian Beach Park project,
This project will provide shoreline access to pedestrians at Indian Beach Park, Miami
Beach. For the past century, seawalls were placed to stabilize the shorelines of the City
and to provide the public with easy access to Biscayne Bay for boating, fishing, viewing,
and other recreational activities. The decades -long deterioration of these navigational
structures has resulted in shoreline erosion, which threatens the quality of the water in the
Intracoastal Waterway. If awarded funding in the amount of $700,000, this project will
restore the structural integrity of the seawall, prevent the discharge of sediment into
Biscayne Bay, and be conducive to improved water quality. FIND funds will be used to
transform this into a waterfront park and boardwalk. Improvements include a pavilion,
living shoreline, site furniture and expanded day use dock. In accordance with FIND
regulations, the City will be responsible for maintenance of the property and will execute
a Florida Inland Navigation District Resolution confirming this (Attachment 3).
This program supports the key intended outcome to ensure reliable stormwater
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management and resiliency against flooding by implementing select short and Tong -term
solutions including addressing sea -level rise. Matching funds in the amount of $715,000
are required for this project and are available in project #enninbchsw.
13 ) Approval to submit a grant application to Florida Department of Transportation
(FDOT), Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP), in the approximate amount of
$1,000,000.
The TAP is an element of the Federal Highway Administration's Surface Transportation
Program and funds the following types of transportation projects: Construction of on -road
and off -road facilities for pedestrians and bicyclists; Construction of turnouts, overlooks,
and viewing areas; Inventory, control, or removal of outdoor advertising; and Historic
preservation and rehabilitation of historic transportation facilities.
If awarded, funding in the approximate amount of $1,000,000 will serve to connect the
gaps in the existing public Baywalk to provide a continuous recreational path that will link
residential and commercial areas between the south beach and midbeach
neighborhoods along Biscayne Bay. The design will consist of both on land and
overwater walkways that will connect public streetend parks and existing pedestrian and
bicycle networks. This program supports the key intended outcome to ensure reliable
stormwater management and resiliency against flooding by implementing select short
and long -term solutions including addressing sea -level rise. Matching funds in the
amount of $200,000 are available in project #encbaywalk.
14) Approval to submit a grant application to National Association of Realtors (NAR) and
the Miami Association of Realtors in the approximate amount of $5,000 for the Miami
Beach Dog Agility Equipment.
Placemaking grants are designed to transform underused or unused public spaces into
vibrant gathering places accessible to everyone in a community. The projects can help to
enhance a neighborhood and encourage additional public spaces to be created. The City
intends to use NAR funding to purchase agility equipment for the existing dog park,
located in North Shore Open Space Park. This program does not require matching
funds.
1 5 ) Approv l to submit a grant application to Public Space Challenges the Miami
Foundation Our Miami Program for Maurice Gibb Park
Established fifty years ago, in 1967, The Miami Foundation uses civic leadership,
community investment and philanthropy to improve the quality of life for everyone who
calls Greater Miami their home. The Miami Foundation's Public Space Challenges
provides funds to improve Greater Miami's parks, plazas and local gathering places.
This year's funding priority is for ideas that encourage healthy eating and active play.
If awarded, the city will receive funding for environmental signage and content
development at Maurice Gibb Park. The signage will be used to provide the public with
information on accessing our waterways via kayak tour and scavenger hunt. The project
will tie into the Resilience Tour showcase and interactive app that is being developed,
and will show connectivity between our waterways. The Project will tie into Our Miami's
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funding priority of 'Active Play', The amount of funding will be determined during the
selection phase of the grant cycle; there is a total of $305,000 in total for this program.
This project supports the key intended outcome to maximize the Miami Beach brand as a
World Class Destination,
16) Approval to execute a contract in the amount of $90,000 with the Miami Beach Visitor
and Convention Authority for the 2017 U.S. Conference of Mayors Event ,
The United States Conference of Mayors (USCM) is the official non - partisan
organization of cities with populations of 30,000 or more. Through a highly competitive
selection process, Miami Beach was chosen as the Host City for the 85th Annual U.S.
Conference of Mayors, the most significant gathering of the nation's elected officials.
With more than 300 leading Mayors in attendance, plus approximately 1,200 delegates,
aides, elected officials and families in attendance and Federal Administration including
the President and members of Cabinet. The Miami Beach USCM will take place this
summer from June 23 -26, 2017 at the historic Fontainebleau Hotel. The opportunity for
the City of Miami Beach to host USCM presents a significant occasion to showcase our
city on a national stage, underlining our distinct brand as a world -class destination,
enhancing our tourism industry, and sharing the best of Miami Beach with the nation's
leading mayors. More than 1,500 guests are anticipated to attend, including 300 mayors
and their spouses and families, delegates, and VIP business leaders.
The Miami Beach Visitor and Convention Authority's (MBVCA) mission is to proactively
recruit, develop, and financially support and partner with events, festivals, programs and
activities. As such, the VCA's Board of Directors unanimously voted to support the
USCM event in the amount of $90,000. The funding does not require a match and this
project supports the key intended outcome to maximize the Miami Beach brand as a
World Class Destination.
CONCLUSION
Based on the aforestated analysis, the Administration recommends that the Mayor and City
Commission adopt the Resolution to apply for, accept and appropriate the abovementioned
funds.
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RESOLUTION NO. 2017 - 29910
A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY
OF MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, PURSUANT TO SECTION 142- 425(d), OF
THE LAND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS (LDR); SETTING A PUBLIC
HEARING FOR SEPTEMBER 13, 2017, IN ORDER TO WAIVE, BY 5 /7THs
VOTE OF THE CITY COMMISSION THE REQUIREMENTS OF SECTION
138 -5, OF THE LDR, IN ORDER TO APPROVE THE PLACEMENT OF A
GENERAL ADVERTISING SIGN FOR THE SMALL AND LARGE DOG
PARKS AT THE NORTH SHORE OPEN SPACE PARK LOCATED AT
8051 COLLINS AVENUE, MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA.
WHEREAS, on April 26, 2017, the Mayor and City Commission adopted Resolution No.
2017 - 29812, authorizing the City to accept a sponsorship donation from the National
Association of Realtors and the Miami Association of Realtors, in the approximate amount of
$5,000 for the purchase of dog agility equipment; and
WHEREAS, the City intends to use the funding to purchase agility equipment for the
existing large and small dog parks located in North Shore Open Space Park, 8051 Collins
Avenue, Miami Beach; and
WHEREAS, the City, as a condition of the grant award, is required to acknowledge the
contribution provided by the sponsor, Miami Association of Realtors, to the City by placing sign
or plaque adjacent to the purchased dog park equipment; and
WHEREAS, a sign or plaque recognizing the sponsor would be considered an advertising
sign under Section 138 -5, of the Land Development Regulations (LDRs), entitled, "General
advertising, prohibited signs and sign devices," which specifically states: " {njo general
advertising sign shall be constructed, erected, used, operated or maintained in the City;" and
WHEREAS, in order to install the sign or plaque, as is required under the grant, the City
Commission would have to waive the requirements of Section 134 -5, of the LDRs; and
WHEREAS, Section 142- 425(d), of the LDRs, delineates the process for waiving the
requirements of Section 138 -5, If the LDRs; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to 142- 425(d), a condition precedent to the City Commission
preceding with an advertised, public hearing to waive the applicable development regulations,
the request must first be heard by the planning board and a recommendation must be provided
to the City Commission by the board; and
WHEREAS, on June 7, 2017, City Commission referred this item to the Planning Board;
and
WHEREAS, at the June 27, 2017 Planning Board meeting, the Board unanimously issued
a recommendation supporting the Administration's request for a waiver of Section 138 -5, of the
LDRs, in order to fulfill this element of the grant agreement to allow the general advertising sign
acknowledging the grant contribution by the Miami Association of Realtors to the City of Miami
Beach at the dog park; and
WHEREAS, the proposed 12x12 inch signage would be installed on one of the dog park
entrance gates at North Shore Open Space Park; and
WHEREAS, as the site plan illustrates, proposed signage would not face towards the
Collins Avenue right -of -way; and
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WHEREAS, pursuant to the requirements of 142- 425(d), the Administration requests that
the Mayor and City Commission schedule the public hearing on the underlying waiver request.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT DULY RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, the Mayor and City Commission
of the City of Miami Beach, Florida, pursuant to Section 142- 425(d), of the Land Development
Regulations (LDR); set a public hearing for September 13, 2017, in order to waive, by 5 /7ths vote
of the Mayor and City Commission, the requirements of Section 138 -5, of the LDRs, in order to
approve the placement of a general advertising sign for the small and large dog parks at the
North Shore Open Space Park located at 8051 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, Florida.
PASSED and ADOPTED this 26th day of July, 2017.
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MIAMI BEACH
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COMMISSION MEMORANDUM
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Commission
FROM: Jimmy L. Morales, City Manager
DATE: July 26, 2017
SUBJECT A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, PURSUANT TO SECTION 142- 425(d), OF THE LAND
DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS (LDR); SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING FOR
SEPTEMBER 13, 2017, IN ORDER TO WAIVE, BY 5 /7TH VOTE OF THE CITY
COMMISSION, THE REQUIREMENTS OF SECTION 138 -5, OF THE LDR, IN
ORDER TO APPROVE THE PLACEMENT OF A GENERAL ADVERTISING SIGN
FOR THE SMALL AND LARGE DOG PARKS AT THE NORTH SHORE OPEN
SPACE PARK LOCATED AT 8051 COLLINS AVENUE, MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA.
RECOMMENDATION
Pursuant to the requirements of 142- 425(d), the Administration requests that the Mayor and City
Commission schedule the public hearing on the underlying waiver request.
ANALYSIS
On April 26, 2017, the City Commission adopted Resolution No. 2017 -29812 (Exhibit A), authorizing
the acceptance of a sponsorship donation from National Association of Realtors and the Miami
Association of Realtors in the approximate amount of $5,000 for the purchase of dog agility
equipment. The City intends to use the funding to purchase agility equipment for the existing large
and small bark parks located in North Shore Open Space Park.
To achieve this purpose, the Parks and Recreation Department will need to match funding towards
the purchase of the equipment. As grant recipients, the Department is asked to acknowledge the
contribution done by the Miami Association of Realtors to the City of Miami Beach in the form of a
sign or plaque.
A sign or plaque recognizing the sponsor would be considered an advertising sign under Section
138 -5, of the Land Development Regulations (LDRs), entitled, "General advertising signs," which
specifically states: "[n]o general advertising sign shall be constructed, erected, used, operated or
maintained in the City." In order to install the sign or plaque, as is required under the grant, the City
Commission would have to waive the requirements of Section 134 -5, of the LDRs and Section 142 -
425(d), of the LDRs, delineates the process for waiving the requirements of 138 -5.
On June 7, 2017, City Commission referred this item to the Planning Board.
At the June 27, 2017 Planning Board meeting, the Board unanimously issued a recommendation
supporting the Administration's request for a waiver of 138 -5, of the LDRs, in order to fulfill this
element of the grant agreement to allow the general advertising sign acknowledging the grant
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contribution by the Miami Association of Realtors to the City of Miami Beach at the dog park.
The proposed 12x12 inch signage (Exhibit B) would be installed on one of the dog park entrance
gates at North Shore Open Space Park. As the site plan illustrates (Exhibit C), proposed signage
would not face towards the Collins Avenue right-of-way.
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ATTACHMENTS:
Description
o
Exhibit A— Resolution No. 2U17-28812
o Exhibt [3 - Prooffor 12x12 in Signage on Bark Park Entrance Gate
u Exhibit C - NSOSP Dog Park Gate Entrance Site Plan
o Resolution
2017 -29812
RESOLUTION NO.
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 APPLY FOR, ACCEPT, AND
APPROPRIATE FUNDING (INCLUDING MATCHING FUNDS AND ANY
RELATED CITY EXPENSES), AND EXECUTE ANY AND ALL DOCUMENTS
OR AGREEMENTS IN CONNECTION WITH THE FOLLOWING GRANTS,
FUNDING REQUESTS AND AGREEMENTS: 1) KNIGHT FOUNDATION,
COMMUNITY AND NATIONAL INITIATIVES PROGRAM, IN THE
APPROXIMATE AMOUNT OF $61,000; 2) NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND
SPACE ADMINISTRATION (NASA) IN THE APPROXIMATE AMOUNT OF
$371,780; 3) FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION,
2018 319(h) NONPOINT SOURCE (NPS) GRANTS, IN THE APPROXIMATE
AMOUNT OF $60,000; 4) NATIONAL OCEANIC AND ATMOSPHERIC
ADMINISTRATION (NOAA), DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, NOM
COASTAL RESILIENCE GRANT, IN THE APPROXIMATE AMOUNT OF
$520,000; 5) MIAMI -DADE COUNTY, CAPITAL DEVELOPMENT GRANT, IN
THE APPROXIMATE AMOUNT OF $30,000 FOR BANDSHELL LIGHTING
IMPROVEMENTS AND IF AWARDED, AUTHORIZING THE CITY TO
EXECUTE AN AMENDMENT TO THE AGREEMENT WITH THE RHYTHM
FOUNDATION REFLECTING THAT THE RHYTHM FOUNDATION WILL
PROVIDE THE CASH MATCH FOR THE GRANT; 6) FLORIDA DEPARTMENT
OF STATE, DIVISION OF HISTORICAL RESOURCES, SMALL. MATCHING
GRANTS, IN THE APPROXIMATE AMOUNT OF $50,000; 7) FLORIDA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (FDOT), TRAFFIC RECORDS AREA,
IN THE APPROXIMATE AMOUNT OF $258,300; 8) FLORIDA DEPARTMENT
OF TRANSPORTATION (FDOT), TRAFFIC RECORDS COORDINATING
COMMITTEE, IN THE APPROXIMATE AMOUNT OF $258,300; 9) FLORIDA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (FDOT), OCCUPANT PROTECTION
AND CHILD PASSENGER SAFETY AREA, IN THE APPROXIMATE AMOUNT
OF $60,000; 10) FLORIDA INLAND NAVIGATION , DISTRICT, WATERWAY
ASSISTANCE PROGRAM, IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,000,000 FOR INDIAN
CREEK SHORELINE STABILIZATION AND GREENWAY PROJECT (PHASE
2); 11) FLORIDA INLAND NAVIGATION DISTRICT, WATERWAY
ASSISTANCE PROGRAM, IN THE AMOUNT OF $800,000 FOR MAUR2ICE
GIBB PUBLIC SHORELINE STABILIZATION PROJECT; 12) FLORIDA
INLAND NAVIGATION DISTRICT, WATER WAY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM, IN
THE AMOUNT OF $700,000 FOR INDIAN BEACH PARK PROJECT; 13)
FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (FOOT),
TRANSPORTATION ALTERNATIVES PROGRAM, IN THE APPROXIMATE
AMOUNT OF $1,000,000; 14) NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS
(NAR) ANDS THE MIAMI ASSOCIATION OF REACTORS ``IN.. THE
APPROXIMATE' AMOUNT OF $5,000 15) PUBLIC SPACE CHALLENGE, THE
MIAMI FOUNDATION, OUR MIAMI PROGRAM; AND, 16) APPROVAL TO
EXECUTE A CONTRACT IN THE AMOUNT OF $90,000 WITH THE MIAMI
LEACH VISITOR AND CONVENTION AUTHORITY.
WHEREAS, the City Administration requests approval to submit a grant application to
Knight Foundation, Community and National Initiatives Program in the approximate amount of
$61,000 for the North Beach Technology Bootcamp: Closing the Digital Divide, the details of
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which are asfollows:
• The Knight Foundation through the Community and National Initiatives program invest in
ideas that attract and nurture talent by supporting and networking diverse leaders from
all sectors, enhance opportunities by building inclusive pathways to economic prosperity,
and foster civic engagement by enabling people to contribute to and take an active part
in the life of their community.
• If awarded, the City will use the funds to provide specialized computer training to
underserved Miami Beach locals who have limited access to updated and ever-
challenging technological resources programs, and software,
• According to data collected from linked In, Upwork, and Opportunity, the list of the
nation's most in demand job skills is overtaken by computer programming and designing
skills (Business News Daily, 2016).
• Digital literacy is not only necessary for securing and succeeding in today's jobs, but it is
also necessary in order to take advantage of the growing educational, civic, and health
care advances spurred by technological expansions (US Department of Commerce,
2011).
• The North Beach Technology Bootcamp: Closing the Digital Divide aims to attract
residents from low to moderate incomes and provide them with specialized tech training.
It will be a free eight -week comprehensive program that provides technical expertise,
coding classes, and professional support for residents interested in pursuing tech
careers.
« In order to make the North Beach Technology Bootcamp as effective and successful as
possible, the City plans to work with local entities such as Eco Tech Visions, Wyncode
Academy, and/or Miami -Dade College.
« This program supports the key intended outcome to improve alliance with key business
sectors, namely hospitality, arts & international business with a focus on enhanced
culture, entertainment, & tourism.
• Funding is requested in the amount of $61,000 and this grant does not require snatching
funds.
WHEREAS, the City Administration requests approval to submit a grant application to
National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) in the approximate amount of $371,780
for the Remote Sensing of Water Quality program, the details of which are asfollows:
• The purpose of the Remote Sensing of Water Quality program through NASA is to
improve the capability of Earth Observing Satellites to remotely sense water quality from
space and also assess the impacts of water quality on ecosystem and habitat health.
• As water supplies become scarcer. It is important to have the ability to assess both the
quantity and quality of water in environmental stores. NASA aims to advance the
capability of remote sensing to assess the quality of water in inland aquatic
environments (e.g., rivers and lakes) and coastal regions.
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• The City's objective with this project is to enhance the characterization of the northern
part of Biscayne Bay's ecosystem, correlating historic water sampling with satellite and
airborne derived data. In addition to mapping the historical sea grass and phytoplankton
blueprints, this study aims to complete a comprehensive water circulation model of
Biscayne gay and adjacent waterways to provide a better understanding of the main
sources of nutrients and the diffusion capacity,
• Funding will support equipment purchases and travel expenses,
• This program supports the key intended outcome to ensure reliable stormwater
management and resiliency against flooding by implementing select short and long -term
solutions including addressing sea -level rise,
• Funding is requested in the approximate amount of $371,780 and this grant does not
require matching funds.
WHEREAS, the City Administration requests approval to submit a grant application to
Florida Department of Environmental Protection, 2018 319(h) Nonpoint Source (NPS) grants, in
the approximate amount of $60,000, the details of which are as follows:
• The Nonpolnt Source Management Program (NPSM) is responsible for the
implementation of the State of Florida's nonpoint source management programs.
• These programs are implemented cooperatively by the Department of Environmental
Protection, Florida's water management districts, other state agencies (i.e., Department
of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Department of Health), local governments, and
by the public.
• Nonpoint sources include stormwater runoff from urban surface areas and agricultural
operations, failing septic tanks, and erosion.
• NPS pollution is the leading cause of water pollution in Florida today. Managing NPS
pollution at the source is critical to meeting the restoration goals, including Total
Maximum Daily Loads, for impaired waters as required by the Clean Water Act.
• The Everglades Court Green Alley Project seeks to convert the City's last remaining
unpaved alleyway into a green alley. Once completed, the project will showcase green
Infrastructure technologies and how they can be effective in minimizing non -point source
pollution being generated from a low- density residential neighborhood.
• The project will employ Best Management Practices to improve stormwater percolation
and maximize pollutant removal within the alley.
• This program supports the key intended outcome to ensure reliable stormwater
management and resiliency against flooding by implementing select short and long -term
solutions including addressing sea -level rise.
• Funding is requested in the amount of $60,000 and matching funds in the amount of
$300,000 are available from project #rwneverpay.
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WHEREAS, the City Administration requests approval to submit a grant application to
National Ocean Service (NOS), National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA),
Coastal Resilience Grants program in the approximate amount of $520,000 for the Brittany Bay
Park Seawall Rehabilitation and Living Shoreline project, the details ofwhich are asfollows:
• The objective of the NOAA Coastal Resilience Grants program, jointly administered by
NOAA's National Ocean Service and National Marine Fisheries Service, is to implement
projects that build resilient U,S. coastal communities, economies and ecosystems.
• This program is intended to build resilience by reducing the risk to coastal communities,
economies and ecosystems from extreme weather events and climate - related hazards.
• The NOAA Coastal Resilience Grants Program supports activities that improve capacity
of multiple coastal jurisdictions (states, counties, municipalities, territories and tribes) to
prepare and plan for, absorb impacts of, recover from, and/or adapt to extreme weather
events and climate - related hazards or activities that restore habitat to strengthen the
resilience of coastal ecosystems and decrease the vulnerability of coastal communities
to extreme weather events and climate- related hazards.
• As part of the Atlantic Intracoastal waterways, Indian Creek canal is an important route
for navigation and connectivity. Its connection to Biscayne Bay supports diverse
biological communities including submerged aquatic, coastal wetland and intertidal and
coastal upland habitats, essential for shoreline protection from erosion or storm damage,
as well as an important source of nutrients for the organisms in the Biscayne Bay
Aquatic Preserve.
to Integrating green infrastructure to the present structural stabilization will not only
enhance the waterfront revitalization and aesthetic value of the site, but also provide
protection of surrounding riparian and intertidal environment, creation of habitat for
aquatic and terrestrial species, and improvement of the water quality via filtration of
upland run -off.
• The funds received from the NOAA Coastal Resilience Grants Program will be used for
the living shoreline landscaping implementation, overlook platforms, furnishings and
educational slgnage.
• Funding in the amount of $520,000 is requested from NOAA and will be matched with
funding from project #ennindcrsw.
• It should be noted that Brittany Bay Park Is also called Indian Creek Park.
• This program supports the key intended outcome to ensure reliable stormwater
management and resiliency against flooding by implementing select short and long -term
solutions including addressing sea -level rise,
WHEREAS, the City Administration requests approval to submit a grant application to
Miami-Dade County, Capital Development Grants program, in the approximate amount of
$30,000 for Bandshell Lighting Improvements and if awarded, the City Administration also
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requests approval to execute an amendment to the Agreement with the Rhythm Foundation
reflecting that the Rhythm Foundation will provide the cash match for the grant, the details of
which are as follows:
• The Miami -Dade County Capital Development (CAP) grants program provides funding
assistance to non - profit cultural organizations for capital improvement projects that are
designed to expand, renovate, construct, and /or equip cultural facilities located within
Miami -Dade County.
• These capital projects assist the nonprofit cultural community in providing increased
public service, greater access, enhanced exhibition or performing space and in
developing cultural facilities that can be operated more effectively and efficiently.
• Programs in facilities for which grants have been provided must be ADA accessible and
promoted to the general public.
• If awarded, grant funds in the approximate amount of $30,000 will be used to purchase
lighting equipment for the North Beach Bandshell. This historic amphitheater is owned
by the City of Miami Beach, and is managed by the Rhythm Foundation, a non - profit
cultural organization,
• Existing lighting will be replaced with energy efficient fixtures that will allow users of the
facility to easily host professional cultural productions.
• With the improved lighting system, the Rhythm Foundation intends to attract and
accommodate a greater and more diverse array of performance groups at the Bandshell,
and inevitably enliven the North Beach neighborhood with more music and theater
activities accessible to all.
• Funding is requested in the amount of $30,000 and if awarded, the matching cash funds
for this grant, in the amount of $30,000 will be provided by the Rhythm Foundation.
• The equipment will be owned and maintained by the City.
• This program supports the key intended outcome to maximize the Miami Beach brand as
a World Class Destination.
WHEREAS, the City Administration requests approval to submit a grant application to
Florida Department of State, Florida Division of Historical Resources, Small Matching Grants in
the approximate amount of $50,000 for the restoration of the fountain at 41st Street, the details of
which are as follows:
• The Department of State, Division of Historical Resources, provides state and federal
funds for historic preservation,
• The purpose of this program is to provide funding to assist local, regional and state -wide
efforts to preserve significant historic structures and archaeological sites, and promote
knowledge and appreciation of the history of Florida.
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• Small Matching grant are awarded to assist in acquisition of historic properties or
archaeological sites; restoration, rehabilitation, restoration, and structural analysis;
stabilization of historic and archaeological properties; site specific planning for these
activities; recordation of historic or archaeological properties threatened with damage or
destruction; architectural and archaeological surveys; community education projects;
management plans; nominations to the National Register of Historic Places; and start -up
Main Street projects.
• If awarded, grant funds In the approximate amount of $50,000 will be used to restore the
fountain at 41st Street.
• This project requires $50,000 in matching funds, which will be requested during the next
Capital Budget process.
WHEREAS, the City Administration requests approval to submit a grant application to
Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), Traffic Records Program, in the approximate
amount of $258,300 for the City's Traffic Records Improvement Project, the details of which are
as follows:
• The FOOT State Safety Office awards subgrants to traffic safety partners that undertake
priority area programs and activities to improve traffic safety and reduce crashes,
serious Injuries, and fatalities.
• Subgrants may be awarded for assisting in addressing traffic safety deficiencies,
expansion of an ongoing activity, or development of a new program,
• The traffic records system (TRS) Is necessary to support highway and traffic safety
decision- making and long -range transportation planning,
• A complete TRS is necessary for identifying the locations and causes of crashes, for
planning and implementing countermeasures, for operational management and control,
and for evaluating highway safety programs and improvements.
• Programs receiving grant funding in this priority area are focused on the improvement of
collection and analysis of traffic data.
• The City's Police Department has assigned a total of sixty (60) officers to the
Entertainment District. These officers respond on foot, ATVs and bicycles. They do not
carry laptops with them, but issue handwritten traffic citations.
• The Administration intends to apply for this grant to purchase Handheld Electronic
Citation Devices (HECDs) to issue tickets. The HECDs will be quicker, more efficient
and easy to trace electronically.
• The Administration intends to submit an application in the amount of $258,300 for this
project.
• This program support the key intended outcome to insist on Police Department
accountability and skilled management/leadership and does not require matching funds.
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WHEREAS, the City Administration requests approval to submit a grant application to
Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), Traffic Records Coordinating Committee, in the
approximate amount of $258,300 for City's Traffic Records Improvement Project , the details of
which are as follows:
• The FOOT State Safety Office awards subgrants to traffic safety partners that undertake
priority area programs and activities to improve traffic safety and reduce crashes,
serious injuries, and fatalities.
• Subgrants may be awarded for assisting in addressing traffic safety deficiencies,
expansion of an ongoing activity, or development of a new program.
• The Traffic Records Coordinating Committee is a multi - agency collaboration to create
and manage a traffic safety information system to provide accessible, accurate,
complete and integrated traffic records data.
• The member agencies have an interest in data systems for crash data, roadway
inventory, citation/adjudication, emergency management services /injury control, driver
license /driver history, and vehicle registration.
• Similar to the description above, this grant request will provide funding for Handheld
Electronic Citation Devices (HECDs) which will allow our police officers to issue
electronic citations.
• The Administration has applied for funding in the approximate amount of $258,300,
• This grant does not require matching funds and supports the key intended outcome to
insist on Police Department accountability and skilled management/leadership.
WHEREAS, the City Administration requests approval to submit a grant application to
Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), Occupant Protection and Child Passenger Safety
Area, in the approximate amount of $60,000 for Miami Beach Police Department Buckle Up
Campaign, the details of which are as follows:
• Correctly using a child restraint for a young child or wearing a safety belt by older
children and adults is the single most effective way to save lives and reduce serious
injuries in crashes.
• Research has found that lap and shoulder combination safety belts, when used, reduce
the risk of fatal injury to front -seat passenger car occupants by 45% and the risk of
moderate -to- critical injury by 50% (NHTSA, 2011).
• According to the Florida Department of Transportation, Miami -Dade County recorded the
lowest statewide occupant belt use, at just 85.4 %. The statewide average usage rate for
Florida is 88.2 %.
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• An independent seat bell study conducted by Miami Beach Police Department resulted
in an average seat belt usage rate of 84,33% in Miami Beach, which is below both the
Miami -Dade County average, and the statewide average.
• The Administration has submitted an application for funding in the amount of $60,000,
• This grant does not require matching funds and supports the key intended outcome to
insist on Police Department accountability and skilled management/leadership.
WHEREAS, the City Administration requests approval to submit a grant application to
Florida Inland Navigation District (FIND), Waterway Assistance Program, in the amount of
$1,000,000; for the Indian Creek Shoreline Stabilization and Greenway project, the details of
which are as follows:
• The Waterway Assistance Program is a grant program established by the Florida
Legislature and the District for the purpose of financially cooperating with local
governments to alleviate problems associated with the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway
and associated waterways within the District.
• The program is authorized by Section 374.976, Florida Statutes, and is administered
under the provisions of Chapter 6613 -2, Florida Administrative Code.
• The Indian Creek Shoreline Stabilization and Greenway project will continue the creation
of a mile -long greenway for public use as well as the construction of a new seawall for
shoreline stabilization and flood mitigation.
• The scope of work for the project includes rebuilding the public seawall at a higher
elevation between 25th Street and 41st Street as well as building a greenway that will
include: a linear greenway along the west side of the road with a walkway and areas of
living shoreline. Thus far and with 2016 FIND funding, the project is completed in the
area of Collins Avenue /Indian Creek Drive between 25th Street and 26th Street, which
includes a new seawall on the public right of way.
• The project's ongoing work includes the construction of a new seawall on the public right
of way on Indian Creek Drive north of 26th Street and up to the 41st Street Bridge.
Portions of the project are owned by the City and other portions are privately owned.
• A continuous greenway is dependent on private properties being transferred to City
ownership, In order to complete the project in its entirety, the City is working with
property owners,
• Property owners of parcels of land along the west side of Indian Creek Drive have the
option to donate land through quit claim deeds that would transfer ownership and
maintenance responsibilities to the City, and owners may retain rights to apply for future
docks.
• All parcels owned by the City will have a new seawall constructed and will be included in
the landscaped greenway.
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• Due to growing community support for this project, the City plans to expand the project
site south from 23rd Street to 25th Street and if awarded intends to use FIND funding in
the amount of $1,000,000 to support this project.
• In accordance with FIND regulations, the City will be responsible for maintenance of the
property and will execute a Florida Inland Navigation District Resolution confirming this
(Attachment 1).
• This program supports the key intended outcome to ensure reliable stormwater
management and resiliency against flooding by implementing select short and long -term
solutions including addressing sea -level rise.
• Matching funds in the amount of $1,000,000 are required for this project and are
available from project #ennindcrsw,
WHEREAS, the City Administration requests approval to submit a grant application to
Florida Inland Navigation District (FIND), Waterway Assistance Program, in the amount of
$800,000 for the Maurice Gibb Public Shoreline Stabilization project, the details ofwhich are as
follows:
• The proposed scope of work for the shoreline stabilization includes enhancement and
expansion of the existing mangrove shoreline, reconstruction and waterward extension
of the existing boardwalk, and reconstruction of an elevated seawall.
• In accordance with FIND regulations, the City wilt be responsible for maintenance of the
property and will execute a Florida Inland Navigation District Resolution confirming this
(Attachment 2).
• This program supports the key intended outcome to ensure reliable stormwater
management and resiliency against flooding by implementing select short and long -term
solutions Including addressing sea -level rise,
• Matching funds in the amount of $1,400,000 are required for this project and are
available in project #pkgibbrede.
WHEREAS, the City Administration requests approval to submit a grant application to
Florida Inland Navigation District, Waterway Assistance Program, in the amount of $700,000 for
the Indian Beach Park project, the details ofwhich are as follows:
• This project will provide shoreline access to pedestrians at Indian Beach Park, Miami
Beach.
• For the past century, seawalls were placed to stabilize the shorelines of the City and to
provide the public with easy access to Biscayne Bay for boating, fishing, viewing, and
other recreational activities,
• The decades -long deterioration of these navigational structures has resulted in shoreline
erosion, which threatens the quality of the water in the Intracoastal Waterway.
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WHEREAS, the City Administration requests approval to submit a grant application to
National Association of Realtors (NAR) and the Miami Association of Realtors in the
approximate amount of $5,000 for the Miami Beach Dog Agility Equipment, the details of which
are asfoltows:
• Placemaking grants are designed to transform underused or unused public spaces into
vibrant gathering places accessible to everyone in a community,
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The protects can help to enhance a neighborhood and encourage additional public
spaces to be created.
• The City intends to use NAR funding to purchase agility equipment for the existing dog
park, located in North Shore Open Space Park. This program does not require matching
funds.
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approximately 1,200 delegates, aides, elected officials and families in attendance and
Federal Administration including the President and members of Cabinet.
• The Miami Beach USCM will take place this summer from June 23 -26, 2017 at the
historic Fontainebleau Hotel.
• The opportunity for the City of Miami Beach to host USCM presents a significant
occasion to showcase our city on a national stage, underlining our distinct brand as a
world -class destination, enhancing our tourism industry, and sharing the best of Miami
Beach with the nation's leading mayors.
• More than 1,500 guest are anticipated to attend, including 300 mayors and their
spouses and families, delegates, and VIP business leaders.
• The Miami Beach Visitor and Convention Authority's (MBVCA) mission is to proactively
recruit, develop, and financially support and partner with events, festivals, programs and
activities.
• The VCA's Board of Directors unanimously voted to support the USCM event in the
amount of $90,000.
• The funding does not require a match and this project supports the key intended
outcome to maximize the Miami Beach brand as a World Class Destination.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT DULY RESOLVED BY 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 apply for, accept, and appropriate funding
(including matching funds and any related City expenses), and execute any and all documents
or agreements in connection with the following grants and funding agreements; 1) Knight
Foundation, Community and National Initiatives Program, in the approximate amount of
$81,000 2) National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) in the approximate amount
of $371,780; 3) Florida Department of Environmental Protection, 2018 319(h) Nonpoint Source
(NPS) Grants, in the approximate amount of $60,000; 4) National Oceanic and Atmospheric
Administration (NOAA), Department of Commerce, NOAA Coastal Resilience Grant, in the
approxlmate amount of $520,000; 5) Miami -Dade County, Capital Development Grant, in the
approximate amount of $30,000 for Bandshell lighting Improvements and if awarded, the Mayor
and the City Commission authorize the City to execute an amendment to the agreement with
the Rhythm Foundation reflecting that the Rhythm Foundation will provide the cash match for
the grant; 6) Florida Department of State, Division of Historical Resources, Small Matching
Grants, in the approximate amount of $50,000; 7) Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT),
Traffic Records Area, in the approximate amount of $258,300; 8) Florida Department of
Transportation (FDOT), Traffic Records Coordinating Committee, in the approximate amount of
$258,300; 9) Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), Occupant Protection and Child
Passenger Safety Area, in the approximate amount of $60,000; 10) Florida Inland Navigation
District, Waterway Assistance program, in the amount of $1,000,000 for Indian Creek Shoreline
Stabilization and Groenway Project (Phase 2); 11) Florida Inland Navigation District, Waterway
Assistance Program, in the amount of $800,000 for Maurice Gibb Public Shoreline Stabilization
project; 12) Florida Inland Navigation District, Water Way Assistance Program, in the amount of
$700,000 for Indian Beach Park project; 13) Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT),
Transportation Alternatives Program, in the approximate amount of $1,000,000; 14) National
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Association of Realtors (NAR) and the Miami Association of Realtors in the approximate amount
of $5,000; 15) Public Space Challenge, the Miami Foundation, Our Mianti Program; and, 16) a
contract in the amount of $90,000 with the Miami Beach Visitor and Convention Authority.
PASSED and ADOPTED this 026 day of /QhI , 2017.
ATTEST:
Rafael E. Granado, City Clerk
ATTACHMENTS: ? \ COMP �RAI -9
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Florida Inland. Navigation Di i is FIND) ::.lutiEi
APPROVED AS TO
FORM & LANGUAGE
& FOR EX GUTION
City Attorney Dote
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ATTAC HM ENT 1
ATTACHMENT E-7
RESOLUTION FOR ASSISTANCE 2017
UNDER THE FLORIDA INLAND NAVIGATION DISTRICT
WATERWAYS ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
WHEREAS, THE City of Miami. Beach is interested in carrying out the
(Nance of Agency)
following described project for the enjoyment of the citizenry of Miami Beach
and the State of Florida:
Project Title Indian Creek Shoreline Stabilization and Greenway
Total Estimated Cost $2 000,000
Brief Description of Project: The Indian Creek Shoreline Stabilization and Greenway
project will create a greenway /park for public use, as well as create shoreline
improvements. FIND funds will be used for the greenway /park portion of the project.
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
that the project described above be authorized,
AND, be it further resolved that saki City of Miami Beach
(Name of Agency)
(Name of Agency)
make application to the Flotiida Inland Navigation District in the amount of 50 % of the
actual cost of the project in behalf of said City of Miami Beach
(Name of Agency)
AND, be it fuuther resolved by the City of Miami Beach
(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.
(1)
Form No. 90 -21 (EffeOve date 12- 17.90, Rev. 10-14.92)
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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 Mirrtti 3eoch for public use.
(Nance ofAgency)
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, F. L. 88 -352 (1964) and design and construct all facilities to comply fully with statutes
relating to accessibility by persons with disabilities 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 City of Miami Beach Commission at a legal meeting
held on this 26th day of April 2017 ,
City Clerk
Attest Signature
City Manager
Title Title
(2)
APPROVED AS TO
FORM & LANGUAGE
& FOR EXECUTION
p a\- 1_ 1 R .v 1
atimorney
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Form No. 90-21 (Effective date 12-17-90, Rev, 10-14-92)
ATIDACEIMENT E-8
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ATTACHMENT 2
ATTACHMENT E -7
RESOLUTION FOR ASSISTANCE 2017
UNDER THE FLORIDA INLAND NAVIGATION DISTRICT
WATERWAYS ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
WHEREAS, THE City of Miami Beach is interested in carrying out the
(Name ofAgency)
following described project for the enjoyment of the citizenry of Miami Beach
and the State of Florida:
Project Title Maurice Gibb Public Shoreline Stabilization
Total Estimated Cost $2.2 million
Brief Description of Project: The Indian Creek Shoreline Stabilization and Greenway
project will create a greenway /park for public use, as well as create shoreline
improvements. FIND funds will be used for the greenway /park portion of the project.
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
that the project described above be authorized,
(Name of Agency)
AND, be it further resolved that said City of Miami Beach
(Name of Agency)
make application to the Florida Inland Navigation District in the amount of 36 % oldie
actual cost of the project in behalf of said Ci of Miami Beach
(Name ofAgency)
AND, be it further resolved by the City of Miami Beach
(Name ofAgency)
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 fronn the District,
(1)
Form No. 90- 21(Efi'ective date 12-17-90, Rev, 10- 14 -92)
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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 for public use.
(Name ofAgency)
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 persons with disabilities 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 snake available to P]IND 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 Cit of Miami Beach Co mtni sign at a legal meeting
held on this 26th day of April 2017
City Clerk
Attest Signature
City Manager
Title Title
(2)
APPROVED AS TO
FORM & LANGUAGE
& FOR EXECUTION
City Attorney
Form No, 90.21 (Effective date 12- 17 -90, Rev. 10- 14 -92)
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ATTACHMENT
ATTACHMENT E -7
RESOLUTION FOR ASSISTANCE 2017
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 Indian Beach Park
Total Estimated Cost $1,415,000
Brief Description of Project: The Indian Creek Shoreline Stabilization and Greenway
project will create a greenway/park for public use, as well as create shoreline
improvements. FIND funds will be used for the greenway /park portion of the project.
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 _
(Name of
that the project described above be authorized,
AND, be it further resolved that said City of Miami Beach
(Name of
make application to the Florida Inland Navigation District in the amount of 49 % of the
actual cost of the project in behalf of said Cit oami Beach
(Name of Agency)
AND, be it further resolved by the City of Miami Beach
(Name of Agency)
that it cortifies 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,
1)
Form No. 90.21 (Effective date 12- 17 -90, Rev. 10- 14 -92)
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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 for public use.
(Name of Agency)
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 persons with disabilities 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 City of Miami Beach Commission at a legal meeting
held on this 26th day of April 2017 .
Attest Signature
City Manager
Title Title
City Clerk
(2)
APPROVED AS TO
FORM & LANGUAGE
& FOR EXECUTION
Oty Attorney Date
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Resolutions • C7 L
MIAMI BEACH
COMMISSION MEMORANDUM
TO; Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Commission
FROM: Jimmy L. Morales, City Manager
DATE: April 26, 2017
SUBJECT:A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY
OF MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY
MANAGE=R, OR HS DESIGNEE, TO APPLY FOR, ACCEPT, AND
APPROPRIATE FUNDING (INCLUDING MATCHING FUNDS AND ANY
RELATED CITY EXPENSES), AND EXECUTE ANY AND ALL DOCUMENTS
OR AGREEMENTS IN CONNECTION WITH THE FOLLOWING GRANTS,
FUNDING REQUESTS AND AGREEMENTS: 1) KNIGHT FOUNDATION,
COMMUNITY AND NATIONAL INITIATIVES PROGRAM, IN THE
APPROXIMATE AMOUNT OF $61,000; 2) NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND
SPACE ADMINISTRATION (NASA) IN THE APPROXIMATE AMOUNT OF
$371,78 0; 3) FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL
PROTECTION, 2018 319(h) NONPOINT SOURCE (NPS) GRANTS, IN THE
APPROXIMATE AMOUNT OF $60,000; 4) NATIONAL OCEANIC AND
ATMOSPHERIC ADMINISTRATION (NOAA), DEPARTMENT OF
COMMERCE, NOAA COASTAL RESILIENCE GRANT, IN THE
APPROXIMATE AMOUNT OF $520,000; 5) MIAMI -DADE COUNTY, CAPITAL
DEVELOPMENT GRANT, IN THE APPROXIMATE AMOUNT OF $30,000
FOR BANDSHELL LIGHTING IMPROVEMENTS AND IF AWARDED,
AUTHORIZING THE CITY TO EXECUTE AN AMENDMENT TO THE
AGREEMENT WITH THE RHYTHM FOUNDATION REFLECTING THAT THE
RHYTHM FOUNDATION WILL PROVIDE THE CASH MATCH FOR THE
GRANT; 6) FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF STATE, DIVISION OF
HISTORICAL RESOURCES, SMALL MATCHING GRANTS, IN THE
APPROXIMATE AMOUNT OF $50,000; 7) FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF
TRANSPORTATION (FOOT), TRAFFIC RECORDS AREA, IN THE
APPROXIMATE AMOUNT OF $258,300; 8) FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF
TRANSPORTATION (FDOT), TRAFFIC RECORDS COORDINATING
COMMITTEE, IN THE APPROXIMATE AMOUNT OF $258,300; 9) FLORIDA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (FDOT), OCCUPANT PROTECTION
AND CHILD PASSENGER SAFETY AREA, IN THE APPROXIMATE
AMOUNT OF $60,000; 10) FLORIDA INLAND NAVIGATION DISTRICT,
WATERWAY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM, IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,000,000
FOR INDIAN CREEK SHORELINE STABILIZATION AND GREENWAY
PROJECT (PHASE 2); 11) FLORIDA INLAND NAVIGATION DISTRICT,
WATERWAY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM, IN THE AMOUNT OF $800,000 FOR
MAURICE GIBE PUBLIC SHORELINE STABILIZATION PROJECT; 12)
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14) NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS
(NAR) AND THE MIAMI ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS IN THE
APPROXIMATE AMOUNT OF $5,000
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2 ) poroval to submit a grant application to National Aeronautics a_nd Soace
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of 1ter Quality program.
The purpose of the Remote Sensing of Water Quality program through NASA is to
improve the capability of Earth Observing Satellites to remotely sense water quality from
space and also assess the impacts of water quality on ecosystem and habitat health. As
water supplies become scarcer, it is important to have the ability to assess both the
quantity and quality of water in environmental stores. NASA aims to advance the
capability of remote sensing to assess the quality of water in inland aquatic environments
(e.g,, rivers and lakes) and coastal regions.
The City's objective with this project is to enhance the characterization of the northern
part of Biscayne Bay's ecosystem, correlating historic water sampling with satellite and
airborne derived data. In addition to mapping the historical sea grass and phytoplankton
blueprints, this study aims to complete a comprehensive water circulation model of
Biscayne Bay and adjacent waterways to provide a better understanding of the main
sources of nutrients and the diffusion capacity. Funding will support equipment
purchases and travel expenses. This program supports the key intended outcome to
ensure reliable stormwater management and resiliency against flooding by implementing
select short and long-term solutions including addressing sea -level rise. Funding is
requested in the approximate amount of $371,780 and this grant does not require
matching funds,
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protection 2018 313,01 Noppoint So�rc? ([��S) rant i� the apnroximate amount,
$00.000.
_The Nonpoint Source Management Program (NPSM) is responsible for the
implementation of the State of Florida's nonpolnt source management programs. These
programs are implemented cooperatively by the Department of Environmental
Protection, Florida's water management districts, other state agencies (ire., Department
of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Department of Health), local governments, and
by the public. Nonpoint sources include stormwater runoff from urban surface areas and
agricultural operations, failing septic tanks, and erosion. NPS pollution is the leading
cause of water pollution in Florida today. Managing NPS pollution at the source is critical
to meeting the restoration goals, including Total Maximum Daily Loads, for impaired
waters as required by the Clean Water Act,
The Everglades Court Green Alley Project seeks to convert the City's last remaining
unpaved alleyway into a green alley. Once completed, the project will showcase green
infrastructure technologies and how they can be effective in minimizing non -point source
pollution being generated from a low- density residential neighborhood. The project will
employ Best Management Practices to improve stormwater percolation and maximize
pollutant removal within the alley. This program supports the key intended outcome to
ensure reliable stormwater management and resiliency against flooding by implementing
select short and long -term solutions including addressing sea -level rise. Funding is
requested in the amount of $60,000 and matching funds in the amount of $300,000 are
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available from project #rwneverpay.
4) Approval to submi rant t a g app€€cat_ ion to National Ocean S rvice NOS) National
Qr anic and AtmosPnerirg AdministratiQ,n (NOAA),Coastal_Resi€ience Grants program in
the auproximate amount of $54.000 for the Brittany Bay Park Seawall Rehabilitation and
Living Shoreline project,
The objective of the NOAA Coastal Resilience Grants program, jointly administered by
NOAA's National Ocean Service and National Marine Fisheries Service, is to implement
projects that build resilient U.S. coastal communities, economies and ecosystems, This
program is intended to build resilience by reducing the risk to coastal communities,
economies and ecosystems from extreme weather events and climate- related hazards,
Projects that build resilience include activities that protect life and property, safeguard
people and infrastructure, strengthen the economy, and /or conserve and restore coastal
and marine resources.
The NOAA Coastal Resilience Grants Program supports activities that improve capacity
of multiple coastal jurisdictions (states, counties, municipalities, territories and tribes) to
prepare and plan for, absorb impacts of, recover from, and /or adapt to extreme weather
events and climate- related hazards or activities that restore habitat to strengthen the
resilience of coastal ecosystems and decrease the vulnerability of coastal communities
to extreme weather events and climate - related hazards. Located at the southernmost
entrance of North Beach by the 63rd Street Bridge, Brittany Bay Park extends north
along the water and west of Indian Creek Drive, one of the City's major thoroughfares.
As part of the Atlantic Intracoastal waterways, Indian Creek canal is an important route for
navigation and connectivity. its connection to Biscayne Bay supports diverse biological
communities including submerged aquatic, coastal wetland and intertidal and coastal
upland habitats, essential for shoreline protection from erosion or storm damage, as well
as an important source of nutrients for the organisms in the Biscayne Bay Aquatic
Preserve.
Incorporating living shorelines to the shoreline stabilization of the Park's seawall
rehabilitation will provide shoreline protection to one of the key connection sites within the
City. In addition, Integrating green infrastructure to the present structural stabilization will
not only enhance the waterfront revitalization and aesthetic value of the site, but also
provide protection of surrounding riparian and intertidal environment, oreation of habitat
for aquatic and terrestrial species, and improvement of the water quality via filtration of
upland run -off, The funds received from the NOAA Coastal Resilience Grants Program
will be used for the living shoreline landscaping implementation, overlook platforms,
furnishings and educational signage. Funding in the amount of $520,000 is requested
from NOAA and will be matched with funding from project #ennindcrsw. It should be
noted that Brittany Bay Park is also called Indian Creek Park. This project is part of a
larger project; the entire cost for the Brittany Bay Park seawall and living shoreline
construction project is estimated at approximately $3 million.
This program supports the key intended outcome to ensure reliable stormwater
management and resiliency against flooding by implementing select short and longterm
solutions including addressing sea -level rise.
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5) Approval to submit a grant appijcation to Miami -pade Coun Ca ital eveioement
Grants rogramin the app i ate hunt of $30.000 for Bandsheil Lkhline
Improvements, and if awarded, authorizing the City to execute an amendment to the
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The Miami -Dade County Capital Development (CAP) grants program provides funding
assistance to non -profit cultural organizations for capital improvement projects that are
designed to expand, renovate, construct, and /or equip cultural facilities located within
Miami -Dade County. These capital projects assist the nonprofit cultural community in
providing increased public service, greater access, enhanced exhibition or performing
space and in developing cultural facilities that can be operated more effectively and
efficiently. Programs in facilities for which grants have been provided must be ADA
accessible and promoted to the general public.
if awarded, grant funds in the approximate amount of $30,000 will be used to purchase
lighting equipment for the North Beach Bandshelt. This historic amphitheater is owned by
the City of Miami Beach, and is managed by the Rhythm Foundation, a non- profit cultural
organization, Existing lighting will be replaced with energy efficient fixtures that will allow
users of the facility to easily host professional cultural productions. With the improved
lighting systern, the Rhythm Foundation intends to attract and accommodate a greater
and more diverse array of performance groups at the Bandshell, and inevitably enliven
the North Beach neighborhood with more music and theater activities accessible to ail,
Funding is requested In the amount of $30,000 and if awarded, the matching cash funds
for this grant, in the amount of $30,000 will be provided by the Rhythm Foundation. The
equipment will be owned and maintained by the City. This program supports the key
intended outcome to maximize the Miami Beach brand as a World Class Destination.
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forfor the restoration of the fountaie at 41 th Street.
The Department of State, Division of historical Resources, provides state and federal
funds for historic preservation. The purpose of this program is to provide funding to
assist local, regional and state -wide efforts to preserve significant historic structures and
archaeological sites, and promote knowledge and appreciation of the history of Florida.
Small Matching grant are awarded to assist in acquisition of historic properties or
archaeological sites; restoration, rehabilitation, restoration, and structural analysis;
stabilization of historic and archaeological properties; site specific planning for these
activities; recordation of historic or archaeological properties threatened with damage or
destruction; architectural and archaeological surveys; community education projects;
management plans; nominations to the National Register of Historic Places; and start-up
Main Street projects.
If awarded, grant funds in the approximate amount of $50,000 will be used to restore the
fountain at 41st Street. This project requires $50,000 in matching funds, which will be
requested during the next Capital Budget process,
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Traffic Records Improvement Project
_The FDOT State Safety Office awards subgrants to traffic safety partners that
undertake priority area programs and activities to improve traffic safety and reduce
crashes, serious injuries, and fatalities. Subgrants may be awarded for assisting in
addressing traffic safety deficiencies, expansion of an ongoing activity, or development
of a new program.
The traffic records system (TRS) is necessary to support highway and traffic safety
decision- making and long -range transportation planning. A complete TRS is necessary
for identifying the locations and causes of crashes, for planning and implementing
countermeasures, for operational management and control, and for evaluating highway
safety programs and improvements. Programs receiving grant funding in this priority area
are focused on the improvement of collection and analysis of traffic data.
The City's Police Department has assigned a total of sixty (60) officers to the
Entertainment District. These officers respond on foot, ATVs and bicycles. They do not
carry laptops with them, but issue handwritten traffic citations. The Administration intends
to apply for this grant to purchase Handheld Electronic Citation Devices (HECDs) to
issue tickets. The HECDs will be quicker, more efficient and easy to trace electronically.
The Administration intends to submit an application in the amount of $258,300 for this
project. Matching funds are not required and this project supports the key intended
outcome to insist on Police Department accountability and skirled
management/leadership,
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The FOOT State Safety Office awards subgrants to traffic safety partners that undertake
priority area programs and activities to improve traffic safety and reduce crashes, serious
injuries, and fatalities. Subgrants may be awarded for assisting in addressing traffic
safety deficiencies, expansion of an ongoing activity, or development of a new program.
The Traffic Records Coordinating Committee is a multi- agency collaboration to create
aid manage a traffic safety information system to provide accessible, accurate,
complete and integrated traffic records data. The member agencies have an interest in
data systems for crash data, roadway inventory, citation/adjudication, emergency
management services/injury control, driver license /driver history, and vehicle registration.
Similar to the description above, this grant request will provide funding for Handheld
Electronic Citation Devices (HECDs) which will allow our police officers to issue
electronic citations. The Administration has applied for funding in the approximate
amount of $258,300. This grant does not require matching funds and supports the key
intended outcome to insist on Police Department accountability and skilled
management/leadership.
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9 )Approval to subm €t a grant apptiq tion to Florida De ap rtment of Transpo ation
(FOOT), Qccupant Protection agLChild Passenger of Area in the ap ror xim g
amount of $60,000 fol_Miamjaesch Police Department Buckle Up Campaign,
Correctly using a child restraint for a young child or wearing a safety belt by older children
and adults is the single most effective way to save lives and reduce serious injuries in
crashes. Research has found that lap and shoulder combination safety belts, when used,
reduce the risk of fatal injury to front -seat passenger car occupants by 45% and the risk
of moderate -to- critical injury by 50% (NHTSA, 2011).
According to the Florida Department of Transportation, Miami-Dade County recorded
the lowest statewide occupant belt use, at just 85.4 %, The statewide average usage rate
for Florida is 88.2°/x. An independent seat belt study conducted by Miami Beach Police
Department resulted in an average seat belt usage rate of 84.33% in Miami Beach, which
is below both the Miami -Dade County average, and the statewide average. The
Administration has submitted an application for funding in the amount
This grant does not require matching funds and supports the key intended outcome to
insist on Police Department accountability and skilled management/leadership.
10)Approval to submit a grant ap flc Lion to Florida Inland Naviaat€en Distract (FIND),
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The Waterway Assistance Program is a grant program established by the Florida
Legislature and the District for the purpose of financially cooperating with local
governments to alleviate problems associated with the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway
and associated waterways within the District. The program is authorized by Section
374.976, Florida Statutes, and is administered under the provisions of Chapter 66D-2,
Florida Administrative Code,
The Indian Creek Shoreline Stabilization and Greenway project wilt continue the creation
of a mile -long greenway for public use as well as the construction of a new seawall for
shoreline stabilization and flood mitigation. The scope of work for the project includes
rebuilding the public seawall at a higher elevation between 25th Street and 41St Street as
well as building a greenway that will include: a linear greenway along the west side of the
road with a walkway and areas of living shoreline. Thus far and with 2016 FIND funding,
the project is completed in the area of Collins Avenue /Indian Creek Drive between 25th
Street and 26th Street, which includes a new seawall on the public right of way. The
project's ongoing work includes the construction of a new seawall on the public right of
way on Indian Creek Drive north of 26th Street and up to the 41St Street Bridge, Portions
of the project are owned by the City and other portions are privately owned.
A continuous greenway is dependent on private properties being transferred to City
ownership. In order to complete the project in its entirety, the City is working with property
owners. Property owners of parcels of land along the west side of Indian Creek Drive
have the option to donate land through quit claim deeds that would transfer ownership
and maintenance responsibilities to the City, and owners may retain rights to apply for
future docks. All parcels owned by the City will have a new seawall constructed and will
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be included in the landscaped greenway. Due to growing community support for this
project, the City plans to expand the project site south from 23rd Street to 25th Street and
if awarded intends to use FIND funding in the amount of $1,000,000 to support this
project. in accordance with FIND regulations, the City will be responsible for
maintenance of the property and will execute a Florida Inland Navigation District
Resolution confirming this (Attachment 1).
This program supports the key intended outcome to ensure reliable stormwater
management and resiliency against flooding by implementing select short and long -term
solutions including addressing sea -level rise. Matching funds in the amount of
$1,000,000 are required for this project and are available from project #ennindcrsw,
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Proposed improvements will include a playground, bathrooms, a pavilion, a vita course,
picnic pavilions, walkways with lighting, park benches, open sodded areas, landscape
and irrigation. Alternates that could be added to the scope of work are transient docks,
non- motorized docks, a bath house, a seawall or living seawall, and a fishing /viewing
pier /path. The proposed scope of work for the shoreline stabilization includes
enhancement and expansion of the existing mangrove shoreline, reconstruction and
waterward extension of the existing boardwalk, and reconstruction of an elevated
seawall, In accordance with FIND regulations, the City will be responsible for
maintenance of the property and will execute a Florida Inland Navigation District
Resolution confirming this (Attachment 2).
This program supports the key intended outcome to ensure reliable stormwater
management and resiliency against flooding by implementing select short and long -term
solutions including addressing sea -level rise. Matching funds in the amount of
$1,400,000 are required for this project and are available in project #pkgibbrede.
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This project will provide shoreline access to pedestrians at Indian Beach Park, Miami
Beach. For the past century, seawalls were placed to stabilize the shorelines of the City
and to provide the public with easy access to Biscayne Bay for boating, fishing, viewing,
and other recreational activities. The decades -long deterioration of these navigational
structures has resulted in shoreline erosion, which threatens the quality of the water in the
Intracoastal Waterway, If awarded funding in the amount of $700,000, this project will
restore the structural integrity of the seawall, prevent the discharge of sediment into
Biscayne Bay, and be conducive to improved water quality. FIND funds will be used to
transform this into a waterfront park and boardwalk. Improvements include a pavilion,
living shoreline, site furniture and expanded day use dock. In accordance with FIND
regulations, the City will be responsible for maintenance of the property and will execute
a Florida Inland Navigation District Resolution confirming this (Attachment 3),
This program supports the key Intended outcome to ensure reliable stormwater
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te_MantAsigsjatignAReNtonAbLapoteximate amount of S5 000 for the Miami
Ileaoh DoQAaility Eaulorrient.
Placemaking grants are designed to transform underused or unused public spaces into
vibrant gathering places accessible to everyone in a community. The projects can help to
enhance a neighborhood and encourage additional public spaces to be created. The City
intends to use NAR funding to purchase agility equipment for the existing dog park,
located in North Shore Open Space Park. This program does not require matching
funds.
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funding priority of 'Active Play'. The amount of funding will be determined during the
selection phase of the grant cycle; there is a total of $305,000 in total for this program.
This project supports the key intended outcome to maximize the Miami Beach brand as a
World Class Destination.
16)Approval to execute a contract in the amount of $90.000 with the Miami Beac1LVisitor
and. Convention Authority for the 2017 U.S. Conference of Mayors Event .
The United States Conference of Mayors (USCM) is the official non- partisan
organization of cities with populations of 30,000 or more, Through a highly competitive
selection process, Miami Beach was chosen as the Host City for the 65th Annual U.S.
Conference of Mayors, the most significant gathering of the nation's elected officials,
With more than 300 leading Mayors in attendance, plus approximately 1,200 delegates,
aides, elected officials and families in attendance and Federal Administration including
the President and members of Cabinet. The Miami Beach USCM will take place this
summer from June 23 -26, 2017 at the historic Fontainebleau Hotel. The opportunity for
the City of Miami each to host USCM presents a significant occasion to showcase our
city an a national stage, underlining our distinct brand as a world -class destination,
enhancing our tourism industry, and sharing the best of Miami Beach with the nation's
leading mayors. More than 1,500 guests are anticipated to attend, including 300 mayors
and their spouses and families, delegates, and VIP business leaders,
The Miami Beach Visitor and Convention Authority's (MBVCA) mission is to proactively
recruit, develop, and financially support and partner with events, festivals, programs and
activities. As such, the VCA's Board of Directors unanimously voted to support the
USCM event in the amount of $90,000. The funding does not require a match and this
project supports the key intended outcome to maximize the Miami Beach brand as a
World Class Destination,
QNCLUSJQIt
Based on the aforestated analysis, the Administration recommends that the Mayor and City
Commission adopt the Resolution to apply for, accept and appropriate the abovementioned
funds.
LegisIatfve Tracking
Budget and Performance Improvement
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