Resolution 2021-31827 RESOLUTION NO. 2021-31827
A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, APPROVING A WAIVER OF MIAMI BEACH
CONVENTION CENTER RENTAL FEES, IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED
$44,125, FOR THE USE OF EXHIBITION HALL A AND OCEAN DRIVE
BALLROOM AREAS A AND B FOR THE "STYLE SAVES BACK-TO-SCHOOL
2021" EVENT, ORGANIZED BY STYLE SAVES ON AUGUST 14-15, 2021.
WHEREAS, the "Style Saves Back-To-School 2021" ("Style Saves") is an annual event to
diminish stress of going back to school from lower-income families, while also ensuring each child .
starts their first day with confidence; and
WHEREAS, every student has the chance to shop for brand new uniforms, shoes,
backpacks and school supplies, while complimentary beauty services are provided; and
WHEREAS, besides the benefits and material assistance that this event brings to low-
income residents, this event allows other residents and prominent members of the Miami Beach
community to connect with each other while placing a crucial role in the spirit of community; and
WHEREAS, the Style Saves was held in Exhibition Hall A and the Ocean Drive Ballroom
areas A and B of the Miami Beach Convention Center on August 14 and 15, 2021; and
WHEREAS, the Style Saves requested that the City waive Miami Beach ("MBCC") rental
fees in an amount not to exceed $44,125; and
WHEREAS, the Style Saves satisfied the MBCC rental waiver application guidelines.
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 waive the Miami Beach Convention Center rental fees, in an amount not
exceed $44;125, for the use of Exhibition Hall A and the Ocean Drive Ballroom areas A and B for
the "Style Saves Back-To-School 2021" event held on August 14-15, 2021.
PASSED and ADOPTED this 28th day of July 2021.
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MIAMI BEACH
COMMISSION MEMORANDUM
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Commission
FROM: Commissioner Michael Gongora
DATE: July 28, 2021
SUBJECT: DISCUSSION/TAKE ACTION ON STYLE SAVES BACK-TO-SCHOOL
EVENT VENUE REQUEST.
ANALYSIS
Please place on the July 28 Commission agenda, a discussion/take action item on the Style
Saves Back-to-School Event Venue Request. Style Saves, is a Miami Based 501(c) nonprofit
organization who is seeking the Miami Beach Convention Center as an event space for their
10th annual back-to-school event in which 10,000 students from Miami Dade Public Schools,
homeless shelters, foster care, and numerous other organizations will receive uniforms,
backpacks, school supplies and more for the upcoming school year. When a child begins the
school year with new clothes, shoes, and supplies, it levels the field for them to make that start
on the right foot and feeling confident.At this event, they are planning to have 10,000 students
in total; 4,500 of which are Miami Beach residents. Their volunteer database includes 5,000
people, 2,500 of which are registered Miami Beach residents. The event is set for August 14-15
but they would require use of the space August 12-16 to allow for set up and clean up. To my
understanding, Style Saves is requesting a rental fee waiver in the amount of $39,125. This is
minimal compared to the past rental waiver fees that the Commission has done for the 2020
Super Bowl which was $857,540.80 and for the 2017 Major League Baseball All- Star Fan
Fest which was $130,000. Please feel free to contact Diana Fontani should you need any
additional information.
SUPPORTING SURVEY DATA
N/A
Applicable Area
Citywide
Is this a"Residents Right Does this item utilize G.O.
to Know" item. pursuant to Bond Funds?
City Code Section 2-14?
Yes No
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