LTC 138-2021 Memorial Day Weekend 2021 ProgrammingMIAM I BEACH
OFFICE OF THE CITY MANAGER
LTC # 138-2021
LETTER TO COMMISSION
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Mayor Dan Gelber and Members of the City Cílission
Raul Aguila, Interim City Manager~ .w\ ~-' i- ---
April 1, 2021
Memorial Day Weekend 2021 Programming
The purpose of this Letter to Commission (LTC) is to provide an update on the planned and
proposed programming for the upcoming Memorial Day Weekend.
As per the agreement with A National Salute to America's Heroes, LLC, the Hyundai Air & Sea
Show will take place on May 29-30, 2021, in Lummus Park from 10th Street to 14th Place. Due to
the continued impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, the event will have a smaller footprint than in
previous years and added responsive measures including, but not limited to, social distancing,
mask/face covering requirements, enhanced sanitation/cleaning protocols, and touchless service
innovations.
As in previous years, the 2021 Hyundai Air & Sea Show will attract the best of the US Military.
Showcasing the men, women, technology and equipment from all five (5) branches of the United
States Military as well as our police, firefighters and their first responder agencies, this two (2)
day spectacular event features offshore power boat demonstrations, extreme water sports,
action zone, military display village and more, all on our beautiful Lummus Park and beachfront.
Sea events, including offshore powerboat exhibitions, jet ski freestyle exhibition, and flyboard
demonstrations will take place from 11 AM to noon; and air events, including demonstration and
fly-bys, precision exercises and team demonstrations will occur from noon to 4:30 PM. In addition,
the action zone and display village will be returning with a motocross demonstration between 11
& 14 Streets in Lummus Park.
The Agreement allows for a concert and fireworks display, at the expense of the event producer.
However, this year, the Air & Sea Show organizer, Micky Markoff, has advised us that due to lack
of sponsors for the concert and fireworks, he does not have the funds necessary to produce that
programming. However, should the City wish to proceed with funding the concert and fireworks
the cost would be approximately $250,000.
The Agreement also provides for City funding including the waiver of City Special Event Permit
fees, and all costs associated for event-related public services. The estimated City costs for the
2021 show are approximately $155,000 for permit fees, and an additional $150,000 for City
services including Police, Fire, and Sanitation.
In addition to the planned Air & Sea Show schedule, the City will be activated with other diverse
programming. The Department of Tourism and Culture is finalizing a free concert for Sunday, May
30, 2021 at Pride Park, between 5:30 PM and 9:30 PM. Proposed talent includes the 13" Army
Band, Nu Deco Ensemble, and other local recording artist. We are also working to host a free
community event on Monday, May 31, 2021 at Sound Scape Park.
Several community partners will also be hosting activations and programming, including the
Lincoln Road Business Improvement District which is coordinating family friendly episodic music,
and exercise classes throughout Lincoln Road. Miami Beach Urban Studios (FIU) is hosting a
special exhibition to celebrate the opening of their new gallery space on Washington Avenue. As
we become more aware of the details of these activations, we will update the Mayor and
Commission.
Finally, a full presentation regarding the City's Memorial Day Weekend Plan including
programming, security, traffic, sanitation, and other City services, will be made at the April 21,
2021 Commission Meeting. In the interim, should you have any questions or comments please
contact Marcia Monserrat at marciamonserrat@miamibeachfl.gov or x7010.
cc: Eric Carpenter, Assistant City Manger
Alina Hudak, Assistant City Manager
Mark Taxis, Assistant City Manager
Virgilio Fernandez, Fire Chief
Richard Clements, Police Chief
Marcia Monserrat, Chief of Staff, City Manager
Lissette Garcia Arrogante, Director, Tourism and Culture Department
Heather Shaw, Assistant Director, Tourism and Culture Department
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