Resolution 2019-30719 RESOLUTION NO. 2019-30719
A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY
OF MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, APPROVING CITY SPONSORSHIP
FUNDING, IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $25,000, TO PROVIDE FOR
A FERRIS WHEEL IN LUMMUS PARK FOR THE 2019 MIAMI BEACH GAY
PRIDE EVENT; AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE
A SPONSORSHIP AGREEMENT WITH THE EVENT ORGANIZER, WHICH
IS ACCEPTABLE TO THE CITY MANAGER AND THE CITY ATTORNEY.
WHEREAS, the 2019 Miami Beach Gay Pride event (the "Event") is an annual public
event celebrating and benefiting the South Florida LGBTQ community; and
WHEREAS, Miami Beach Gay Pride, Inc. ("Event Organizer") brings together members
of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and questioning ("LGBTQ") community, and
their friends, allies, and supporters, in celebration of the unique spirit and culture of the LGBTQ
community; and
WHEREAS, the Event Organizer has produced nine (9) successful years of Miami
Beach Gay Pride events, generating a significant economic impact (including hotel room nights)
in Miami Beach; and
WHEREAS, the 2019 Event is scheduled to take place from Saturday, April 6, 2019
through Sunday, April 7, 2019 in Lummus Park, between 11th and 14th Streets; and
WHEREAS, at the January 23, 2019 City Commission meeting, Item R9A was
sponsored by Commissioner Michael Gongora to discuss the Event producer's request for the
use and sponsorship of a ferris wheel, in Lummus Park during the Event and to refer the item to
the Finance and Citywide Projects Committee ("FCWPC"); and
WHEREAS, during the January 23, 2019 City Commission meeting, at the
Administration's recommendation, the Mayor and City Commission approved the use and
sponsorship (by the City) of a fifty foot ferris wheel in the amount not to exceed $25,000, to
cover production costs.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT DULY RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, that the Mayor and City
Commission hereby approve City sponsorship funding, in an amount not to exceed $25,000, to
provide for the placement of a ferris wheel in Lummus Park for the 2019 Miami Beach Gay Pride
event; and authorize the City Manager to execute a sponsorship agreement with the Event
Organizer, which is acceptable to the City Manager and the City Attorney.
PASSED and ADOPTED this 23 day of T,1uoC7f, 2019.
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After Action January 23, 2019 City of Miami Beach
Presentations &Awards Commission Meeting
REGULAR AGENDA
5:15:32 p.m.
SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIAL 1: RESOLUTION
R7 A A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH,
FLORIDA, CONSENTING TO THE APPOINTMENT OF RALPH BO MARTINEZ AS THE
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR FOR THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
DEPARTMENT OF THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH.
Human Resources
Supplemental updated on 1/22/2019
ACTION: Resolution 2019-30693 adopted. Motion made by Commissioner Gongora to appoint
Bo Martinez as the Economic Development Director; seconded by Commissioner Aleman; Voice
vote: 6-0. Michael Smith to handle.
Mayor Gelber asked Mr. Ralph "Bo" Martinez to step up to the podium.
City Manager Morales introduced Mr. Martinez, and mentioned the adage "if you wait long
enough, some things are meant to be." Five years ago, Mr. Martinez applied for the Economic
Division Director position, and the Administration had selected him and he accepted, but
unfortunately, a family emergency prevented him from moving to Miami Beach. He kept in touch
with Mr. Martinez and let him know that if the position were to become available in the future, he
would let him know. Mr. Martinez has been involved in the economic development sector for 15
years in the Cities of Phoenix, Denver, and Bluefield. He will give Miami Beach the direction it
needs, and on top of all that, he will be a tremendous asset to the team.
Mayor Gelber clarified that Mr. Martinez goes by Bo Martinez, not Ralph Martinez.
Bo Martinez'thanked the Mayor and the City Commission for this tremendous opportunity. He
looks forward to working with everyone to enhance and elevate the community.
R9— NEW BUSINESS AND COMMISSION REQUESTS
5:29:12 p.m.
SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIAL 1: ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FROM MB PRIDE
R9 A DISCUSS REFERRAL TO THE FINANCE AND CITYWIDE PROJECTS COMMITTEE - -
DISCUSSION REGARDING THE POSSIBILITY OF PUTTING A FERRIS WHEEL DURING
MIAMI BEACH GAY PRIDE 2019.
Vice-Mayor Michael Gongora
Deferred from January 16, 2019 - C4 F
Supplemental updated on 1/22/2019
ACTION: Discussion held. Resolution 2019-30719 adopted. Motion made by Vice-Mayor
Gongora to approve the item; seconded by Commissioner Aleman; Voice vote: 6-0. Matt Kenny
to handle.
AFTER-THE-FACT RESOLUTION:
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