Resolution 2022-32399 RESOLUTION: 2022-32399
A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, ACCEPTING THE RECOMMENDATION OF THE
PUBLIC SAFETY AND NEIGHBORHOOD QUALITY OF LIFE COMMITTEE,
MADE AT ITS OCTOBER 19, 2022 MEETING, AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY
ADMINISTRATION TO PROCEED WITH A COMMEMORATIVE BRICK PAVER
PILOT PROGRAM AT THE BEACHWALK ON 26TH STREET.
WHEREAS on June 6, 2018, the Mayor and City Commission adopted Resolution 2018-
30143, establishing the City's Brick Paver Program (the "Program") to provide the public an
opportunity to purchase commemorative brick pavers on the Beachwalk corridor between
53rd and 64th Streets, at the cost of$1,000 per paver; and
WHEREAS, by mid-2019, following discussions regarding both the "Adopt-A-Bench"
Program and the"Brick Paver" Program, the Mayor and City Commission adopted Resolution No.
2019-30947, repealing the Brick Paver Program due to lack of public interest; and
WHEREAS, at the December 8, 2021 meeting, the City Commission referred a discussion
to the Public Safety and Neighborhood Quality of Life Committee ("the"Committee")to potentially
reinstate and amend the previously repealed Brick Paver Program; and
WHEREAS, at the March 7, 2022 Committee meeting, the Parks and Recreation
Department shared that after further analysis, it was determined that the Beachwalk was not a
good location for the Program due to the following factors:
• Brick pavers need a solid base for support so that they do not become loose;
• The pavers on the Beachwalk are built on a sand base which is softer and will lead to
settlement and misalignment of the pavers;
• The constant pedestrian and bicycle traffic are better suited for a smooth level surface;
and _
• Brick pavers are more expensive than regular surfaces and require more maintenance in
high traffic areas; and
WHEREAS, at the end of the discussion, the Administration recommended that should
the Committee still desire to move forward with the Program, that it be included in an appropriate
future park development such as the Lummus Park Masterplan; and
WHEREAS, it was further recommended that the donation fee should start at$1,500, with
net proceeds from the Brick Paver Program going towards educational programming; and
WHEREAS, furthermore, it was noted that the Sabrina Cohen Foundation has begun a
Brick Paver program at Beach View Park, located on 53rd Street and Collins Avenue, as part of
the adaptive recreation center and the fully accessible park; and
WHEREAS, based on community feedback received by the Parks Department about the
Program, it was estimated that the potential application process for the Program deterred interest
and somewhat hindered the Program's potential to reach a larger audience; and
WHEREAS, generally, any program with commemorative inscriptions would. need to
undergo a public hearing process pursuant to 82-504(a)(2)(a) of the City Code, which may take
anywhere between 2-3 months; and
WHEREAS, on June 22, 2022, the.Mayor and City Commission adopted Ordinance No. :
2022-4491 to.exempt "Adopt-A-Bench or "Brick Paver" naming programs approved by the City
Commission from the requirements of Subsection 82-503(a); and
WHEREAS, at its July 27, 2022 meeting,,the Committee brought back the'discussion of
the Program, seeking assistance.from Public Works Department as to where the brick pavers
should be installed; and
•
WHEREAS, after the Public Works Department shared With Committee members the
same concerns as the Parks and Recreation Department, the Committee motioned for the
Administration to identify a small piece of the Beachwalk, potentially at the entrance on 26th '.
Street, as a suitable place for the Brick Paver Program and to return to the Committee with an
update; and
WHEREAS, at its October 19, 2022 meeting, the.Committee made a motion to proceed
with the commemorative Brick Paver Pilot Program at the Beachwalk on 26th Street.
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 accept the recommendation of the Public Safety and Neighborhood Quality
of Life Committee,.at its October 19, 2022 meeting, and authorize the City Administration to
proceed with a commemorative Brick Paver Pilot Program at the Beachwalk on 26th Street.
PASSED and ADOPTED this day of /vObeVier 022.
ATTEST:
Dan Gelber, Mayor
Rafael . Granado, City Clerk
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MIAMI BEACH
COMMISSION MEMORANDUM
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Commission
FROM: Alina T. Hudak, City Manager
DATE: November 16,2022
SUBJECT:A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY
OF MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, ACCEPTING THE RECOMMENDATION OF
THE PUBLIC SAFETY AND NEIGHBORHOOD QUALITY OF LIFE
COMMITTEE, MADE AT ITS OCTOBER 19, 2022 MEETING, AND
AUTHORIZING THE CITY ADMINISTRATION TO PROCEED WITH A
COMMEMORATIVE BRICK PAVER PILOT PROGRAM AT THE
BEACHWALK ON 26TH STREET.
RECOMMENDATION
The Administration recommends approving the Resolution.
BACKGROUND/HISTORY
On June 6 2018, the City s "Brick Paver" program was created by way of Resolution No. 2018-
30143 to provide the public an opportunity to purchase commemorative brick pavers on the
Beachwalk corridor between 53rd and 64th Streets, at the cost of$1,000 per paver.
By mid-2019, following discussions regarding both the "Adopt-A-Bench" Program and the
"Brick Paver" Program, the City Commission opted to end the "Brick Paver" Program by way of
Resolution No.2019-30947,due to a perceived lack of public interest.
At the December 8, 2021 meeting, the City Commission referred a discussion at the Public
Safety and Quality of Life Committee (PSNQLC)to potentially amend the previously repealed
"Adopt-A-Bench"program.
At the March 7, 2022 PSNQLC meeting, the Parks and Recreation Department shared that
after further analysis, it was determined that the Beachwalk is not a good location for the "Brick
Paver" program due to the following factors:
• Brick pavers need a solid base for support so that they do not shift out of place over time.
• The pavers on the Beachwalk are built on a sand base which is softer and will lead to
settlement and misalignment of the pavers.
• The constant pedestrian and bicycle traffic are better suited for a smooth level surface.
• Brick pavers are more expensive than regular surfaces and require more maintenance in
high-traffic areas.
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At the end of the discussion,the Administration recommended that if it was still the desire of the
Committee to move forward with the program, that it be included in an appropriate future park
development such as the Lummus Park Masterplan. It was further recommended that the
donation fee start at $1,500, with net proceeds from the brick paver program going towards
educational programming.
Based on community feedback received by the Department about the program, it was estimated
that the potential application process for the "Brick Paver" program may deter interest and
somewhat hinder the program's potential to reach a larger audience. As it currently stands, any
program with commemorative inscriptions would need to undergo a public hearing process
pursuant to 82-504(a)(2)(a) of the City Code, which may take anywhere between 2-3 months. It
is recommended that the program bypass the formal public hearing process, and that the
Commission grant the responsible department the ability to approve applications
administratively.
It is also important to note that the Sabrina Cohen Foundation has begun a "Brick Paver"
program at Beach View Park,which is located on 53rd Street and Collins Avenue, as part of the
adaptive recreation center and the fully accessible park.
At its May 4, 2022 meeting, the City Commission approved a Resolution, accepting the
recommendation of the PSNQLC at its March 7, 2022 meeting to amend Resolution No. 2019-
30947 relating to the City's "Adopt-A-Bench" program, including reinstating the commemorative
bench plaque element of the program. Additionally, at its June 22, 2022 meeting, the City
Commission approved an Ordinance amending Subsection 82-503(B) of the City Code to
exempt"Adopt-A-Bench" or"Brick Paver" naming programs approved by the City Commission
from the requirements of Subsection 82-503(A).
At its July 27, 2022 meeting, the PSNQLC brought back the discussion of the "Brick Paver"
program, having been approved by City Commission, seeking assistance from the Public
Works Department as to where the commemorative pavers could be installed. Public Works
shared the same concerns with Committee members as Parks and Recreation did. A motion
was made to identify a small portion or one block of the Beachwalk, possibly at the entrance on
26th Street, right on the coral-colored paver border, and to comeback in September 2022 with
an update.
At the October 20, 2022 meeting of the PSNQLC, Public Works presented a few potential
locations along the Beachwalk for consideration, with 26th Street Beachwalk entrance being the
best option. The PSNQLC made a motion to proceed with the Commemorative Brick Paver
Program, with installation occurring at the 26th Street Beachwalk entrance. To minimize the
likelihood of creating depressions within the Beachwalk's walking surface due to the bricks
settling, the commemorative bricks will be installed within the decorative coral-colored band
along the perimeter of the walkway.
SUPPORTING SURVEY DATA
Results from the 2022 Resident Survey titled: Rating of City Services show 78.6% approval
related to the appearance and maintenance of the City's public buildings.
FINANCIAL INFORMATION
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No fiscal impact.
CONCLUSION
The Public Works Department is supportive of the Commemorative Brick Paver Program, with
installation occurring at the 26th Street Beachwalk entrance, and the commemorative bricks
being installed within the decorative coral-colored band along the perimeter of the walkway.
Public Works will be providing support to the Parks and Recreation Department on the
implementation of the pilot program, with program proceeds to be used for the City's
educational programming.
Applicable Area
South Beach
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
Strategic Connection
Prosperity - Market and promote Miami Beach as a world class arts, culture, and quality
entertainment destination.
Legislative Tracking
Public Works
ATTACHMENTS:
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