LTC 325-2023 Board and Committee Biannual ReportsOFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK
LTC No. 325-2023 LETTER TO COMMISSION
TO: Mayor Dan Gelber and Members of the City Commission
FROM: Rafael E. Granado, City Clerk
DATE: July 19, 2023
SUBJECT: Board and Committee Biannual Reports
Please find attached for your review, the Board and Committee Biannual Reports submitted to the Office of
the City Clerk for the period of January to June 2023.
Pursuant to City Code Section Sec. 2-22(13), the chairperson of each agency, board, or committee, or
his/her designee, shall biannually submit a completed written report to the City Commission and City
Manager.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the City Clerk at 305-673-7411.
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REPORT FOR JANUARY – JUNE 2023
LGBTQIA+ Advisory Committee
Next Generation Council
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
Hall of Fame Committee
CHAIRPERSON:
Robin Jacobs
CITY LIAISON:
Brandi Reddick
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD:
2
ACTIVITY:
On September 25, 2017, the City Commission adopted Resolution No. 2017-29987 approving the creation
of a Miami Beach Hall of Fame to be located on the South Concourse Wall of the Miami Beach Convention
Center. The Hall of Fame Selection Committee was established to review the applications, deliberate, and
decide who deserves the coveted recognition. The Selection Committee and Hall of Fame nomination
process is outlined as follows:
1. Selection Committee
A nine-member Commission-appointed Selection Committee for the Hall of Fame, plus two at-large members
from the local community.
Appointees could be knowledgeable in the following fields of expertise:
Business
Education
Arts & Entertainment
Philanthropy
Sports
Public Service
Literature/History
2. Hall of Fame Eligibility
A person would be eligible for induction to the City of Miami Beach Hall of Fame if that person meets one
or more of the following criteria:
• Had significant impact on the City as a whole
• Made a lasting and positive impact on the City
or
• Had significant ties to the City, was born in Miami Beach, and/or made Miami Beach his/her place of
residence or business.
Ineligibility:
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• No sitting elected or appointed public official shall be eligible for nomination. A moratorium,
for a period of five (5) years after leaving office, shall be placed on the nomination of elected
and appointed officials.
• Members of the Miami Beach Hall of Fame Selection Committee may not submit nominees
or be considered for nominations.
• Individuals cannot nominate themselves.
3. Nomination Process
Nomination packages include the following:
• Nominee’s name, contact information and, if applicable, date of death
• Biography highlighting the nominee’s personal history and connection to Miami Beach, including
the major accomplishment(s) of the nominee and how they relate to Miami Beach.
• Two letters of recommendation which demonstrate how the nominee is relevant and valuable to
Miami Beach
• As part of the nominating package, nominators must identify themselves and their relationship to
the nominee.
• The Selection Committee would consider up to five inductees to recommend each year, with at
least one induction being a posthumous honor.
• The Selection Committee would then make its recommendations to the C ommission, and the
Commission would ratify the annual inductees.
• The City has established a repeating selection process, which occurs bi-annually, with an event
to induct new honorees
Nominations for the 2023 Hall of Fame were accepted from February 15, 2023 through 5 PM on May 1,
2023. (Applications were extended through 4 PM on Wednesday, May 17, 2023). As a result of this process,
twenty-two (22) nominations were received.
On May 18, 2023, the Hall of Fame Committee held their first meeting. During this meeting, the Committee
discussed the application process, qualifications criteria and scoring rubric. Following the meeting,
Committee members were provided the twenty-two (22) nomination packages, along with the scoring rubric.
On June 9, 2023, the Hall of Fame Committee reconvened and invited submitters to speak on behalf of each
nominee, which was followed by public comment. The Hall of Fame Committee made recommendations
regarding inductees, which will be presented to the Mayor and City Commission for approval.
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FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
In the Fall of 2023, the Hall of Fame inductees will be honored with a ceremony and commemorative
plaque in the South Concourse of the Miami Beach Convention Center.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
The 2023 Hall of Fame Committee made the following recommendations for future Hall of Fame cycles:
1. Delete criteria for at least one posthumous honor
2. Submitters should be allowed to select multiple categories of expertise on the application form
3. Include criteria for ineligibility as follows: No family members of sitting elected or appointed public
officials shall be eligible for nomination; a moratorium for a period of three (3) years after leaving office
shall be placed on the nomination of family members of elected and appointed officials.
4. Include a preliminary meeting prior to scoring to discuss the candidates being nominated to deem
nominees as “Qualified” or “Not Qualified”.
5. Analyze scoring matrix to determine if the average score was fair if a member deemed the nominee as
“Not Qualified”
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
Ad Hoc Advisory Charter Review and Revision Board
CHAIRPERSON:
Jorge Gonzalez
CITY LIAISON: Rafael E. Granado, City Clerk
Nick Kallergis, Deputy City Attorney
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD:
6
ACTIVITY:
Every ten years, the City of Miami Beach is required to review the City Charter with input and participation
by the public. The Miami Beach City Charter is equivalent to the City’s Constitution, establishing the City’s
form of government, setting forth the powers and duties of the governing body (i.e. the City Commission),
and generally providing for methods of elections and Charter-enumerated officers (City Manager, City
Attorney, City Clerk, and Inspector General). The Charter is in many ways the most important legal document
of the City.
The City Commission has created the Ad Hoc Advisory Charter Review and Revision Board (the “Charter
Review Board”), composed of seven members of the public, to review the City's Charter and provide the City
Commission with recommended Charter amendments to be submitted to the City’s voters.
To date, the Charter Review Board has met 6 times as part of its fact-finding phase and has obtained input
from the City Attorney, the City Clerk, the Inspector General, other City Board and Committee Members, and
community leaders/former members of prior Charter Review Boards. Please see the accomplishment
section for additional information on the activities of the Board.
FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
The Charter Review Board will continue to seek input from the public, City Board and Committee members,
community groups, and the City’s Charter Officers to obtain their suggestions as to how the Charter could
be amended or improved upon.
Once the factfinding process has concluded, the Charter Review Board intends to hold public meetings in a
variety of locations throughout Miami Beach. The Charter Review Board will not only hold meetings at City
Hall but also at locations in North Beach and Mid Beach.
The City has published notices in the Miami Herald’s Neighbors section to notify the public of the Charter
Review Board’s meetings. To solicit input from our Spanish-speaking community, the Charter Review Board
will continue to publish its meeting notices in Spanish in the El Nuevo Herald newspaper.
The Charter Review Board will continue to broadcast its meetings via Zoom and the City cable channel
(MBTV), which is viewable on the City’s website at https://www.miamibeachfl.gov/government/mbtv/, as well
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as on Breezeline Cable channel 660, AT&T U-verse channel 99, Hotwire Communications channel 395, and
ROKU device on PEG.TV channel, and on social media at https://www.facebook.com/cityofmiamibeach.
The Charter Review Board will seek the input of community leaders (including leaders of faith-based
communities), to assist the Board with its public outreach. Trusted figures in the community can help
establish and build relationships with individuals and communities who do not typically participate in City
government. These conversations will allow Charter Review Board members to understand the challenges
faced by as many members of the City’s population as possible. The input of residents with unique
experiences will be extremely helpful, as they can propose solutions, which may not otherwise be
considered, to the challenges the City faces.
Additionally, the Charter Review Board will seek the input of neighborhood associations, business
associations, City Boards and Committees, and resident and civic groups to notify them of the work of the
Charter Review Board and seek their input.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
• Received a presentation from Victor Diaz, a member of prior Miami Beach and Miami-Dade County
Charter Review Boards, and discussed potential amendments.
• Received a presentation from Stephen N. Zack, former Chair of various City Charter Review Boards, and
discussed potential amendments.
• Discussed proposed Charter amendments suggested by Joseph M. Centorino, Inspector General.
• Discussed suggested Charter amendments for consideration from Amanda Knapp, Chair of the Human
Rights Committee.
• Discussed City Charter Section 2.07, Vacancies in the City Commission (including possible
amendments), following a presentation from the Office of the City Attorney.
• Discussed a proposal to give the Charter Review Board authority to place items directly on the ballot.
• Discussed City Charter Section 1.03 - Powers of City, following a presentation by the Office of the City
Attorney, and discussed possible amendments.
• Discussed a referral by the City Commission, at the request of Commissioner Alex Fernandez to consider
whether to amend the Land Development Regulations to require a 6/7th vote of the City Commission
before adopting any future increase to the zoned floor area ratio (“FAR”) of any property in the City, in
the event that Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signs Senate Bill 718 into law, which would prohibit any
initiative or referendum process in regard to a Land Development Regulation, thereby limiting the City’s
ability to call a referendum for future far increases pursuant to City Charter Section 1.03(c).
• Obtained an overview of the Citizens’ Bill of Rights from the Office of the City Attorney.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
AD HOC IGUANA REMEDIATION ADVISORY
COMMITTEE
CHAIRPERSON:
ALYSSA BAUMGARTEN
CITY LIAISON:
ELIZABETH MIRO
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD:
3
ACTIVITY:
Purpose:
The Ad Hoc Iguana Remediation Advisory Committee was established to examine measures
taken by other jurisdictions to control the iguana invasion and make recommendations to the
Mayor and City Commission concerning options for iguana mitigation and removal.
Powers and Duties:
The Ad Hoc Iguana Remediation Advisory Committee shall have the following powers and
duties:
1) Study actions taken by other cities to mitigate invasive iguanas
2) Approving RFQ NO. 2022-251-WG for Iguana Remediation Services
3) Directing City administration to explore different jurisdictions dealing with iguana
remediation such as the Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission
Sunset:
The Ad Hoc Iguana Remediation Advisory Committee shall sunset at the end of six (6) months
unless determined by the Mayor and City Commission that it should be extended.
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Meeting #1
January 24th, 2023
Meeting Agenda Items:
:
1. Welcome & Attendance
2. Approval of December 13, 2022, Meeting Minutes
3. Update on the Cayman Islands Meeting
4. Agenda Items for the next meeting
5. Adjournment
Key Motions:
• Recommend exploring the possibility of taxation to fund the iguana remediation efforts.
• Recommend the City look into the possibility of allowing private homeowners to contract with
existing companies.
Meeting #2
February 14th, 2023
Meeting Agenda Items:
1. Welcome & Attendance
2. Approval of January 24 , 2023, Meeting Minutes
3. Update on the progress of allowing contractors to go onto private property
4. Update on the viability of implementing an iguana remediation program comparable to the
Cayman Islands (including taxation)
5. Agenda Items for the next meeting
6. Adjournment
Key Motions:
• Recommend allocating $1,000,000 in additional emergency funding to be used only with
contractors that can show accountability at a rate of $5 per iguana.
• Recommend expediting the draft waivers and get contractors onto private property.
• Recommend establishing a website and a hotline number for iguana removal.
• Recommend establishing an education component or newsletter.
• Recommend exploring the possibility of hiring independent contractors if current contractors
do not have the manpower.
Meeting #3
March 14th, 2023
Meeting Agenda Items:
1. Welcome & Attendance
2. Approval of February 14, 2023, Meeting Minutes
3. Update on Funding
a. FERC recommended additional $200,000 towards iguana remediation services.
4. Agenda Items for the next meeting
5. Adjournment
Key Motions:
• Recommend that the City provide tangible responses to inquiries referencing private property.
• Recommend that the City provide tangible results in terms of negotiating with and ensuring
accountability of contractors, so that they are paid per iguana.
• Recommend that the City set up a hotline or website that residents can access to have iguana
removed from their private property.
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FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
- Award RFQ 2022-251-WG for Iguana Remediation Services at City Commission.
- Negotiate a comprehensive iguana remediation program for the City of Miami Beach.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
Approved $200K in additional funding recommendation from Finance and Economic
Resiliency Committee.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
Ad Hoc Neighborhood Resilience Projects Advisory
Committee
CHAIRPERSON:
Clare McCord, Chair
CITY LIAISON:
Amy Knowles, Chief Resilience Officer
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD:
6
ACTIVITY:
This Committee was created in December 2022 per Resolution No. 2022-32447.
Purpose:
The Neighborhood Resilience Projects Advisory Committee shall act as an advisory board to the City
Commission and City Manager on neighborhood infrastructure programs and private property matters
related to the City’s climate resilience projects to help build awareness within the community and to
incorporate resident ideas and feedback. The purpose is not to advise on former projects, but to
provide helpful ideas going forward to improve planning and delivery and delivery of future projects.
The Committee will not advise on specific projects and items that are already reviewed by the City
Commission and by existing Committees and Boards, and not result in fiscal impacts or delays.
The Ad Hoc Neighborhood Resiliency Projects Advisory Committee shall have the following powers
and duties:
(1) Provide advisory recommendations and feedback on best approaches to enhance resident
education, resident engagement, and the best phases and timeframes to optimize how and when
community engagement is most helpful.
(2) Provide advisory recommendations and feedback regarding process improvements for flood
mitigation.
(3) Share input and evaluate general neighborhood aesthetics and utility and infrastructure
improvements, for example pump station location decision criteria and process.
(4) Provide a forum for the Committee to share best practices and lessons learned from previous
and ongoing projects to be considered for future projects.
The Committee held six meetings (monthly) within the first half of 2023.
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FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
Per the resolution, the Committee is established for a period of one year and is subject to earlier or later
sunset by City Commission. Future topics to be discussed include: Stakeholder Outreach &
Communication Improvements, Transportation Dept. presentation, and FDOT Upper Alton Rd project.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
The Committee Co-Sponsored a World Oceans Day Panel with the Human Rights Committee, featuring
experts and advocates.
The Committee has gathered information and held robust discussions regarding:
• Stakeholder Outreach, Engagement, & Communication Improvements
• Resident Input & Feedback
• Planning Department’s role in urban design of stormwater projects
• FPL Storm Secure Underground Program
• FDOT Upper Alton Rd Project
• Coordination/Communication of Infrastructure Projects (FPL, FDOT) Timelines & Impacts
• Gantt Chart of Tentative Dates for Projects
• Vulnerability Assessment Resident Engagement
Based on the above discussions and information gathered, the Committee is preparing an advisory
recommendation report focusing on critical issues and suggested improvements to stakeholder outreach,
engagement, and communication to be finalized and voted upon at its July meeting.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
Affordable Housing Advisory Committee
CHAIRPERSON:
Commissioner Kristen Rosen Gonzalez
CITY LIAISON:
Marcela Rubio
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD:
4
ACTIVITY: January 2023- June 2023
January Meeting: Elections were held, and Commissioner Rosen Gonzalez was elected
Chairperson and Barbara Montero as Vice-Chair.
The Committee made the following motion:
“The AHAC would like the Administration to obtain another cost estimate for the full renovation of the Barclay
Plaza, located at 1940 Park Avenue, which should include itemized costs for construction repairs. “
February Meeting:
No Meeting was held.
March Meeting:
The meeting was cancelled.
April Meeting:
The Committee made a motion to approve the funding recommendations below for the FY 2023 CDBG and
HOME program.
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May Meeting:
There was no quorum. Ali Ankudowich from the Florida Housing Coalition provided a summary on
the Live Local Act, a new legislation passed into law on March 9, 2023. The Live Local Act provides
a comprehensive array of policies that can incentivize affordable and workforce housing.
June Meeting:
The AHAC made the following motion:
The Affordable Housing Advisory Committee makes a motion to support the acquisition of the
apartment unit located at 8420 Byron Avenue, Unit 5, but does not support the property's resale.
The Committee recommends the Administration keep it as a rental property for low- to moderate-
income households.
Program Year 2023 CDBG Funding Allocation $935,181.00
Prior Year Resources $10,000.00
Total $945,181.00
Proposed % of Requested Requested
Funding Funding Funding
Public Services (15% Cap) $150,278.00
UN I DAD of Mi ami Beac h Proj ect Link $14,000 .00 100% $14,000 .00
Boys & Girl s Clu bs of Mi ami -Dade $35,000 .00 100% $43,636 .00
~YUDA , In c $21 ,639 .00 50 % $35,000 .00
UN I DAD Sen ior Rec reat ion and La ngu age Prog ramm ing $14,440 .00 58 % $25,000 .00
Fri end ship Cir cle $25,200 .00 50 % $50,400 .00
OCS Grocery Progra m $40,000.00
~ffordable Housing $607,866.00
T BD $607 ,866.00
Planning and Administration (10% Cap) $187 ,037.00
Program Year2023 HOME Funding Allocation $671 ,958.00
Proposed % of Requested Requested
Funding Funding Funding
~ffordable Housing $503 ,969.00
~tlantic Pac ifi c Comm uni ties - V ista Breeze $503 ,969.00 83 % $608 ,538.00
CHOO Set-As ide (15%) $100 ,793.00
TBD $100 ,793.00
Planning and Admin istration (10% Cap) $67,196.00
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FUTURE ACTIVITIES: JULY 2023– December 2023
• AHAC will continue to work on discussing incentive strategies to develop affordable housing
and will submit an Annual Report to the Florida Housing Finance Corporation, as required
by Florida Statute, by December 31, 2023.
• The AHAC will continue to invite community partners to provide legislative updates and
information related to affordable housing.
• The members of the AHAC will continue providing the Administration with recommendations
on proposals connected to affordable housing.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS: January 2023- June 2023
The members of the AHAC continue to advocate for the creation and preservation of existing
affordable housing units. The Committee made several motions in support during this period.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
Animal Welfare Committee
CHAIRPERSON:
Linda Diamond
CITY LIAISON:
Holly Whalan (Temp)
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD:
6
ACTIVITY:
CMB created new graphics for Kitty Campus volunteer recruitment.
Motion passed to add verbiage to the crawl space revision:
The owner/Property Manager must ensure animals that are living in a crawl space are humanely removed before
closing a crawl space per code and/or before fumigation tenting. This may be accomplished via a one-way door or
trap and release, as permitted by law. Signs must be conspicuously posted, a minimum of 2 weeks prior, to notify
nearby residents of the date of crawl space closing and/or fumigation tenting.
LTC was submitted.
The City is still seeing cats trapped in crawl spaces and being trapped and killed during termite fumigations.
One Ocean Condo: Condo hired a private company to remove unwanted cats after SoBe Cats explained the TNVR
program to them. When the private company was asked for the spay and neuter paperwork from the Humane
Society, the private trapper stated that the cats escaped the traps one block away from the location. The cats did
not return to the location.
Spoke about the shortage of volunteer trappers.
Volunteer trappers are encountering issues with parking since they do not reside in CMB. The parking for trappers
was not approved for the reason of the bond covenants prohibit granting free parking.
The South Pointe Cat Feeding team reported homeless in the dunes that are on the jetty. The homeless are using
these dunes as their toilet and there is dirty toilet paper there daily. This is not only unsanitary for our community
cats and volunteer feeders but can be seen by our residents and tourists that are on our beautiful new pier. This
clean-up and signage have been assigned to Rey Del Castillo.
Spoke at many meetings about the residents in the Nautilus Neighborhood that do not want cat feeders. The
feeders are being harassed by the residents, although they are following the feeding guidelines.
Feeders reported a huge increase in abandoned cats on a nightly basis, a large amount happening on the boardwalk
and in residential neighborhoods.
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ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
Linda Diamond and Holly Whalan provided Honolulu training on implementing a cat program.
Bike speeding on the boardwalk causing cat and pedestrian injuries and safety concerns with registered cat feeders
and residents regarding the homeless population on Lincoln Road & the boardwalk:
Park Rangers are scheduled for 15th – 46th, with an officer on 15th – 29th and an officer on 29th – 46th. The work
schedule is 7:30 am – 10:30 pm with an added overtime detail schedule of 5:00 am – 10:30 am.
Holly Whalan was alerted by a source that Christina Videla was planning on trapping and dumping sick cats on Lenox
and 14th again. This was reported to retired Officer Mary Garcia to intervene. The abandonment on Lenox was
stopped.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: Art in Public Places (AiPP)
CHAIRPERSON: Marcella Novela
CITY LIAISON: Betty Briceño
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD: 6
ACTIVITY:
Art in Public Places (AiPP) is a City of Miami Beach program for curating and commissioning public art. The
program was created in 1984, with its ordinance adopted in 1995. The program is funded from 2% of hard
costs for City projects and joint private/public projects. Appointed by the City Commission, the AiPP
Committee’s seven members serve in an advisory capacity to the Mayor and City Commission. Artworks
commissioned by the City of Miami Beach Art in Public Places should add value to the public art collection,
attract international attention and celebrate the diversity and heritage of Miami Beach.
COMPLETED PROJECTS AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
Elevate Española (Spring 2023)
Temporary Public Art, Española Way
On February 3, 2023, the Art in Public Places Committee reviewed submissions for the Elevate Española
Way project and recommended artists Jillian Mayer, Assume Vivid Astro Focus, Beatriz Chachamovits and
Jen Stark for future commissions. Elevate Española is a City initiative to enhance the east corridor of
Española Way and encourage pedestrian connectivity to Ocean Drive. Following the success of the public
art project Little Cloud Sky by collective FriendsWithYou in 2021, which consisted of eight inflatable cloud
sculptures hanging above Española Way, further funding from the City to commission public artworks in this
space was made possible, resulting in the naming Elevate Española. The most recent dedicated art
presentation site featuring a system of mobiles and painted murals on Española Way was launched on May
4, 2023 and ran through June 5, 2023 with an installation titled Very Moving by Miami-born artist Jillian
Mayer. Featuring two projects annually, Elevate Española has been playing an important role in bringing
contemporary art to one of the most publicly visible areas of Miami Beach.
My Home, Mi Hogar (2023)
Permanent Public Art: O, Miami in collaboration with Spanish Art Collective Boa Mistura and Miami
Beach Senior High Students
On January 17, 2023, the Art in Public Places Committee recommended O,Miami, in collaboration with
Spanish art collective Boa Mistura, proceed with the final proposal for the Water Tanks Public Art Installation
entitled My Home, Mi Hogar. The project uses a line from a poem written by a Miami Beach High student.
One tank presents the line in English, and the other in Spanish: “Finding my home in every voice that I hear
/ Mi hogar está en cada voz que escucho.” Boa Mistura and O, Miami worked with Beach High students on
all aspects of the project, from writing poems to finalizing the design. In the spirit of Boa Mistura’s highly
collaborative practice, sections of the mural were painted by Miami Beach High students themselves. The
team also worked collaboratively with the City’s Public Works Department in the fulfillment of this project.
Since its inauguration on May 5, 2023, My Home, Mi Hogar has been receiving positive feedback from the
community, including a special mention in the Miami Herald.
Acquisition of Starchild by FriendsWithYou
Permanent Public Art, 41st Street & Pine Tree Drive
On January 17, 2023, the AiPP Committee made a motion to acquire Starchild (2023) by FriendsWithYou
as a permanent artwork for the City of Miami Beach Public Art Collection in its current location at Harry
Liebman Square, 41st Street & Pine Tree Drive. Starchild, a 50-foot tall sculpture by FriendsWithYou, the
art collaboration of Samuel Borkson and Arturo Sandoval III, was initially inaugurated by Miami Beach
Onstage! on November 28, 2022 during Art Week Miami Beach. The monumental artwork is the main
character in FriendsWithYou’s newest body of work, a longform conceptual project in which the artists are
renaming the Earth to “Ocean” as a means to unify the planet by a name. Miami Beach OnStage! is a
program funded by the City of Miami Beach presenting live performances and temporary art installations in
the beautiful parks and public spaces throughout Miami Beach. Its culturally diverse programming includes
visual arts, music, movies, dance and more.
Completed Conservation Project
Tobias Rehberger, Obstinate Lighthouse
In coordination and collaboration with German Artist Tobias Rehberger and a team of professionally trained
conservators specializing in the care of monumental outdoor sculpture, Miami Beach Art in Public Places
began conservation of the South Pointe Park Lighthouse on March 2, 2023. The Obstinate Lighthouse was
installed in December 2011. The conservation project (expected every 10 to 12 years) was completed on
April 7, 2023 and included cleaning the entire surface of the lighthouse, removing corrosion and all bubbling
paint, applying an appropriate primer, and repainting the entire art piece using a particular paint system
specified by the artist.
MARKETING AND PROMOTIONS:
• Continued to promote Art in Public Places projects and events through monthly updates on website
and accompanying advertising campaign including press releases and social media content
managed by @miamibeachnews. The promotion of Art in Public Places is also part of the integrated
Culture Calendar on the www.mbartsandculture.org website.
• Continued work with New York based public relations firm Blue Medium.
FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
• Call to Artists for next edition of No Vacancy project launching November 2023
• Call to Artists for Maurice Gibb Park
• Implementation of upcoming Elevate Española project to launch November 2023
• Selection and implementation for a temporary public art project integrating artwork into City
infrastructure along 41st Street Corridor (between Meridian Ave and Chase Ave)
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
Audit Committee
CHAIRPERSON:
Deede Weithorn
CITY LIAISON:
Mark Coolidge
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD:
Four (4)
ACTIVITY:
February 21, 2023
1. Cultural Arts Council Grant Presentation
2. Approval of the October 17, 2022 meeting minutes
3. Selection of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson
4. Selection of Ex-Officio Member to the General Obligation Bond Committee
5. Discussion of RSM US LLP December 6, 2022 Letter
6. Audit Division Status Report Discussion
7. Completed Reports Discussion
April 19, 2023
1. Approval of the February 21, 2023 meeting minutes
2. Audit Division Status Report Discussion
3. Completed Reports Discussion
4. Sanitation Update
5. Resort Tax Update
6. Charter Review Update (presented by Vice-Chairperson Ron Starkman)
May 3, 2023
1. Approval of the April 19, 2023 meeting minutes
2. Procurement Card Program Audit Discussion
3. Audit Program/Plan Discussion
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1. Approval of the May 3, 2023 meeting minutes
2. Affidavit of City Affiliation
3. Source of Income Statement (2022)
4. Audit Division Status Report Discussion
5. RSM US LLP Financial Audit Presentation
6. Possible Charter Amendment Discussion
7. Audit Universe Discussion
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FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
• Discussion of Audit Division Status Reports
• Recommendation of prospective projects to be included in FY 2023/24 audit plan
• Discussion of Issued Audit Reports and its related findings
• Charter Amendment Discussion
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ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
• Met with RSM US LLP and Finance Department management to discuss the results of the
recently completed annual financial audit of the City and any corrective actions taken.
• An Audit Committee member serves as an Ex-Officio member of the General Bond Oversight
Committee and actively participates in scheduled meetings.
• Audit Committee members collaborated with OIG staff to create a revised follow-up audit
summary report.
• Audit Committee members collaborated with staff in the revising of the audit universe and risk
assessment.
• Audit Committee members recommended hold more regularized communications with the Office
of the City Manager which led to an agreement between the OIG and the City Manager to hold
regularly scheduled meetings to discuss Administration priorities in connection with
contemplated audits and to share information, when appropriate, on pending and planned audits.
Motions Passed:
The Audit Committee Members voted to reaffirm the prior motion approved on October 20, 2022.
Motion: The City of Miami Beach Audit Committee opposes the proposed amendment to remove
the internal audit function from the Office of the Inspector General. The Audit Committee members
believe that the OIG is the best way for the City to ensure independence and transparency in its
internal audit function, consistent with the intent of the original ordinance and the trend toward
establishing offices of inspector general to provide independent oversight of local government.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
Black Affairs Advisory Committee
CHAIRPERSON:
Glendon Hall
CITY LIAISON:
Lissette Garcia Arrogante
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD:
6
ACTIVITY:
January 03, 2023
• Due to the incompleteness of quorum, a motion to approve the minutes could not be made.
• New business discussion:
o Guest speaker - GMCVB Board Member Ms. Yvette Harris discussed the possibility
of collaborating with the BAAC to develop year-round programs.
• Upcoming Miami Beach Events/ Meetings:
o Director Lissette Arrogante informed the Black Affairs Advisory Committee of the
upcoming Miami Beach Black History Month events as well as programming for the
March event, Miami Beach Live 2023.
February 07, 2023
• Approved BAAC Minutes from January 03, 2023
• New business discussion:
o Speaker – Miami Beach Detective Christopher Mitchell discussed protocols for the
upcoming March events and other high impact periods this year.
o Guest speaker - Former Miami Beach Commissioner/Florida State Representative
and Mayoral Candidate Michael Grieco discussed past programming outcomes and
future programming recommendations for high-impact periods.
• Motion made to keep Glendon Hall as the Chair of the committee.
• Motion made to promote Brigitte Andrade as the Vice Chair of the committee.
• Motion made to change the committee meeting dates in July and December to July 11, 2023 ,
and December 12, 2023.
• Upcoming Miami Beach Events/ Meetings:
o Director Lissette Arrogante informed the Black Affairs Advisory Committee of the
Miami Beach Black History Month Events as well as programming for the upcoming
Miami Beach Live 2023 event.
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March 07, 2023
• Motion made to amend the Minutes from February 07, 2023
• New business discussion:
o Guest speaker – Miami Beach Assistant Director of Marketing and Communications
Matt Kenny discussed the 2023 Communications and Marketing Plan for Spring
Break.
• Motion made to encourage the city to continue its support for events like Juneteenth Food &
Wine Festival and the Soul Vegan Food Festival.
• Motion made to encourage the City Administration to continue to support the use of the
School Board approved #MBHistory curriculum within the school system, which highlights
the historical contributions of the Jewish, Hispanic, LGBTQ, and Black communities to the
development of Miami Beach.
• Motion made from the BAAC opposing the use of Mounted Police during high impact periods
as an effective policing tool.
• Motions shared via LTC # 114-2023
• Upcoming Miami Beach Events/ Meetings:
o Director Lissette Arrogante informed the Black Affairs Advisory Comm ittee of the
Miami Beach Live 2023 event programs for Spring Break.
April 04, 2023
• Quorum not met to approve minutes from the February 7th and March 7th meeting
• New business discussion:
o Guest speaker – Miami Beach Detective Christopher Mitchell discussed the overall
outcome of Spring Break and protocol updates for the upcoming Memorial Day
weekend.
• Upcoming Miami Beach Events/ Meetings:
o Director Lissette Arrogante informed the Black Affairs Advisory Committee of the
Miami Beach Pride events and an update on Miami Beach Live! events.
May 02, 2023
• Approved BAAC Minutes from March 07, 2023, and April 04, 2023
• New business discussion:
o Guest speaker – Executive Vice President of The Rabbinical Association of Greater
Miami - Rabbi Fred Klein read a press release that outlined their support for both
Jewish and African American history in the educational system.
o Speaker – Executive Director of the Washington Ave BID and BAAC member Troy
Wright presented and highlighted the advancements that Washington Avenue has
undergone throughout the years.
• Motion made to thank the Mayor and Commission for passing a resolution on April 28th,
2023, which encouraged greater job opportunities for Miami Beach residents.
• Motion made to strongly recommend Deputy Chief Jones as the next Miami Beach Chief of
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Police.
• Motion made to thank the Rabbinical Association of Greater Miami (RAGM), The National
Council of Jewish Women (NCJW) Greater Miami Section, and Hadassah Greater Miami
Hadassah for their press release and their support of the AP African American Studies, DEI
initiatives in the State of Florida.
• Motion made strongly supporting the submitted nomination of DeAnne Connolly Graham to
the City of Miami Beach Hall of Fame.
• Motions shared via LTC 201-2023
• Upcoming Miami Beach Events/ Meetings:
o Director Lissette Arrogante informed the Black Affairs Advisory Committee of
upcoming June events, including Juneteenth and American Black Film Festival.
June 06, 2023
• Approved BAAC Minutes from February 07, 2023 and May 02, 2023
• New business discussion:
o Guest speaker – Senior Assistant Miami Beach City Attorney Farosha Andasheva
discussed Sunshine Law Guidelines.
o Speaker - Miami Beach Detective Christopher Mitchell gave an update on Miami
Center for Racial Justice's "It Starts with Me Miami" Program.
• Motion made to applaud the work of Miami Beach Police Department (MBPD) Detective
Christopher Mitchell for his efforts on the following two important causes:
o Proactiveness in leadership with the Goodwill Ambassadors that has assisted the
MBPD in successfully and safely managing high impact periods with various
strategical techniques.
o His Leadership with MBPD's collaboration, supporting the Miami Center for Racial
Justice's "It Starts with Me Miami," the proactive and intentional community and Polic e
engagement and law enforcement recruitment program.
• Motion made to support the City of Miami Beach Human Rights Committee motion to
proclaim June 28 as Nelson Mandela Day.
• Motions shared via LTC# 264-2023
• Upcoming Miami Beach Events/ Meetings:
o Director Lissette Arrogante informed the Black Affairs Advisory Committee of the
upcoming American Black Film Festival and Juneteenth events.
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ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
• The #MBHistory Program which honors the contributions of the LGBTQ, Hispanic, Black and
Jewish communities to the development of Miami Beach, will be utilized by Miami Beach
schools.
• Proclamation to the BAAC from the city honoring historic contributions of Black Businesses
in Miami Beach for Black Business Month.
• City proclamation to the BAAC for DeAnne Connolly Graham Black and Jewish Art
Collaboration series with the Greater Miami Jewish Federation.
• Effectively campaigned against proposed “Zero Tolerance” Policing policy during high impact
periods.
• City Proclamation with the French Consulate honoring World Artist/War Hero Josephine
Baker who desegregated Miami Beach entertainment venues.
• Provided effective programming, enforcement, zoning, and traffic parking strategies adopted
by City Administration for Spring Break, Memorial Day weekend and other High Impact
Period.
• Co-Sponsored Human Rights Ordinance to prohibit discrimination based on natural
hairstyles and textures.
• Represented the BAAC at various events including:
o Miami Dade Chamber of Commerce 2023 Annual Symposium & Business Leader s
Luncheon
o Overture To Overtown Jazz Festival with Mustafa on Ocean Drive
o Celebrating 50 years of Hip Hop with Rakim, Grand Puba & Faith Evans at the Miami
Beach Bandshell
o Miami Beach Live Nile Rodgers & Anderson Paak concert
o Miami Beach Spring Break events alongside the MBPD and Goodwill Ambassadors
o Miami Beach Police Athletic League Block Party
o Miami Beach Live United First Responders Music Festival
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CHAIRPERSON: MICHAEL GOLDBERG
CITY LIAISON: MICHAEL BELUSH
DATE OF REPORT: JAN 2023 – JUN 2023
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD DURING THIS REPORTING PERIOD: 6
Meeting
Date
Agenda
Items Approved Denied Discussed Continued Withdrawn No Action Moved Other
JAN NM NM NM NM NM NM NM NM NM
FEB 2 2
MAR 2 2
APR 3 3 1
MAY 4 2 1 1
JUN 2 2
TOTAL 13 11 2 1
NM: No Meeting
Note: Some totals may not match due to some items being removed from the agenda at the last minute, or items that are partially
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: Budget Advisory Committee
CHAIRPERSON: Mojdeh Khaghan
CITY LIAISON: Tameka Otto Stewart
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD: 6
ACTIVITY:
01/10/2023 Meeting Agenda:
Vote a Chair
Review of Florida Sunshine Law
G.O. Bond Update
Budget 101
Topics for 2023
02/14/2023 Meeting Agenda:
OIG Update
Pension Investment Assumptions & Actuarial Impacts
Collective Bargaining Update
03/14/2023 Meeting Agenda:
Fire Department Budget Review
Facilities and Fleet Management Department Budget Review
04/11/2023 Meeting Agenda:
Economic Development Department Budget Review
Greater Miami Convention Visitors Bureau (GMCVB); Convention Center
Operational/Booking Projections Update
Code Compliance Department Budget Review
05/09/2023 Meeting Agenda:
Police Department Budget Review
Parks and Recreation Budget Review
06/13/2023 Meeting Agenda:
Prep for FERC 1st Budget Briefing Meeting (June 29, 2023)
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FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
Committee briefing for 2nd and 3rd FERC Budget Briefing Meetings
Proposed Budget-1st Public Hearing
Tourism and Culture Department Budget Review
Water Sewer and Storm Water Budgeting Process (Public Works)
Building Department Budget Review
Transportation Department Budget Review
Environment and Sustainability Department Budget Review
Capital Renewal and Replacement Review (Facilities & Fleet Management)
Parking Department Budget Review
Housing and Community Services Department Budget Review
ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
Review of Florida Public Records and Sunshine Laws
By acclamation, Mojdeh Khaghan was elected as the Chair of the Budget Advisory Committee; Carl
Linder as Vice-Chair of the Budget Advisory Committee and David Grieser as Ex-Officio for the G.O.
Bond Oversight Committee.
G.O. Bond Update:
The following was discussed:
Project Updates
Current Status of Main Projects and Subprojects
Forecasts
G.O. Bond for Arts and Culture
Timeline to Bond Closing
Major Projects
Budget 101:
The following were reviewed and discussed:
Budget Development
Budget Timeline
FY 2023 Budget Overview
Where the money comes from and where it goes
General Fund Budget Trends
Millage Rate
Public Safety Trend
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General Fund Revenues and Expenditures
Position Count Trend
Pension Plan Funding
Investment Rate Assumptions
Pension Liability
Funded Ratio
Projected Contributions
Office of Inspector General Update:
The following was discussed:
Department Overview
Department Description
Major Programs and Functions
Organizational Chart
Financial Overview
Recent Changes
FY 2024 Enhancements
Challenges / Opportunities
General Employee Pension Fund:
The following was reviewed and discussed:
Current Investment Return Assumptions
Investment Return Assumptions
Key Funding Metrics
10-Year Projections of Required City Contributions
Quarterly Overview
Fund Asset Allocation
Asset Allocation History
Actual & Target Asset Allocations
Asset Growth Review
Cumulative Performance Results
Fire and Police Pension Fund:
The following was reviewed and discussed:
Current Investment Return Assumptions
Actuarial Validation
20-Year Projections of Required City Contributions
Disclaimers
Asset Allocation, Performance, and Compliance
Collective Bargaining Update:
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The following were reviewed and discussed:
Update on collective bargaining and the status of all collective bargaining agreements
Fire Department:
The following were reviewed and discussed:
Department’s Overview and Description
Major Programs / Functions
Organizational Chart
Federal Reimbursements
Recent Changes
Revenue and Expenditure Trends
Position Overview
Enhancements
Performance indicators
Challenges / Opportunities
Facilities and Fleet Management Department:
The following were reviewed and discussed:
Department’s Description
Major Programs Functions
Organizational Chart
Revenue Trends / Expenditure
Position Overview
Enhancements
Performance indicators
Challenge / Opportunities
Greater Miami Convention Visitor Bureau (GMVB); Convention Center Operational
Booking Projections Update; Economic Development Department:
The following were reviewed and discussed:
Tameka Otto Stewart
Convention Center Revenue Trends
Convention Center Expenditure Trends
ED General Fund Expenditure Trends
ED Position Overview
David Whitaker & Rolando Aero (GMCVB)
Fiscal Year 2022/2023 – GMCVB – MBCC Goals
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Fiscal Year 2023/2024 – Strategic Priorities
Fiscal Year 2023/2024 – GMCVB – MBCC Goals Process
Marketing Campaigns to support MBCC Sales
Freddie Peterson (OVG 360)
MBCC - Preliminary FY 2024 Budget Event Revenue Summary
MBCC - Income Statement Summary
Danny Medina (SodexoLive!)
MBCC Food and Beverage - Income Statement Summary
Heather Shaw (Economic Development)
Department’s Overview and Description
Major Programs / Functions
Major North Beach CRA Goals
Organizational Chart
Accomplishments
Goals
FY2024 Enhancement Requests
Performance Indicators
Challenges / Opportunities
Code Compliance Department:
The following were reviewed and discussed:
Department Overview
Department’s Description
Major Programs / Functions
Organizational Chart
Recent Changes
General Fund Revenue Trends, Expenditure Trends and Position Overview
Resort Tax Expenditure Trends and Position Overview
Performance indicators
Challenges / Opportunities
Police Department:
The following were reviewed and discussed:
Department Description
Major Programs/ Functions
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Organizational Chart
Real Time Information Center
Recent Changes
Revenue & Expenditure Trends
Position Overview
FY 2024 Budget Enhancement Requests
Performance Plan Highlights
Challenges Opportunities
Parks and Recreation Department:
The following were reviewed and discussed:
Department Mission Statement
Department Overview
Major Program/Functions
Organizational Chart
Revenue & Expenditure Trends
Position Overview
FY 2024 Enhancement Requests
Performance Indicators
Challenges/Opportunities
FY 2024 General Fund Preliminary Budget Update:
The following was reviewed and discussed:
Property Values
o FY 2024 Property Values
o Overall Property Value Trend
o Existing Property Value Trend
o New Construction Trend
Preliminary FY 2024 General Fund Budget
o Current Service Level
o FY 2024 Preliminary General Fund Budget
o FY 2024 Preliminary 2% Resort Tax Fund Budget
Other Budget Items
o Referred from May 24th FERC
Proposed Millage Rates
o Next steps
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FY 2023 Preliminary Capital Budget:
The following was reviewed and discussed:
Capital Improvement Program
Budget Adoption Timeline
FY 2024 Unfunded Capital Needs
Proposed Capital Budget Allocations
Allocation Strategy
o Capital Funding Strategy
o Commission Capital Requests
o Capital Projects Gaps – GO Bond
o FY 2024 - 2028 CIP by Funding Source
Capital Renewal & Replacement Fund (CRR)
o Capital Renewal & Replacement Fund
o Operating Millage Rate
o CRR Projects
o Recommended Projects
Resort Tax Quality of Life Funds (QOL)
o Recommended Projects
Pay-As-You-Go Fund
o Operating Millage Rate
o PAYGO Projects
o Recommended Projects
Transportation Funds Recommended Projects
Parking Funds
o Recommended Projects
Resiliency Projects
o Recommended projects
o Capital Project Gaps – Utilities
Other Funds
o Recommended Projects
General Obligation Bond
o 2018 G.O. Bond – Arts & Culture
o G.O. Bond – Arts & Culture
Next Steps
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
Committee for Quality Education
CHAIRPERSON:
Julie Basner
CITY LIAISON:
Leslie Rosenfeld
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD:
8
ACTIVITY:
Meeting of January 24, 2023
Members Present:
Members Present: Mary Keinath, Joshua Levy, Beverly Heller, Yvette Tache, Laurie Kaye Davis,
James Orlowsky, Rina Bass, Julie Basner, Evie Fernandez, Tiere Hessert, Beth Edwards
Members Absent: Amy Ostroff
I.Welcome & Introductions
Presentations made
Fabian Basabe, State Representative, District 106 – Introduced
Keyla Guevara -- Free Youth Mental Health First Aid Training resource - provided
Euolis Cleckly, Al Palacio, Jose Gonzalez – MBSH Drop Off Lane discussion and status - Dr.
Rosenfeld provided email update from Jose Gonzalez – CMB Transportation Director
Minutes approval for December 13th meeting approved Status of Motions reviewed
Commission Meeting items
1. Education Department Referral to Finance Committee
(Nov. 14 at 9:30 am) and (Nov. 30 Neighborhoods at 3 pm) – outcome was change of Dr
Rosenfeld title to Chief Education Officer and movement of Org Dev Perf Initiatives to a
division under Budget Office
2. C4R Referral (Meiner) NQLC and C4AE Referral (Richardson) MBSH Drop off and Pick Up –
February 25, 2022 Finance Meeting discussed. $175,000 recommended as match to MDCPS
and Miami Dade County – waiting on Transportation team update
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3. C4E MBSH Scoreboard request matching fund $12,500 recommended at March 30 Finance
meeting and on May 4 Commission agenda – approved – pending CMB legal edits to share
with MDCPS draft amendment to the JUA for MBSH Field
4. C4F MB Chamber request $100,000 prostart kitchen at MBSH referred to April 29 Finance
meeting. Approved at May 4 Commission agenda – draft agreement routed for approvals.
MBCEF will provide funds to MDCPS
5. C7HAllocation of STEM funding in the amount of $275,000 amongst MB schools on Nov. 16th
Commission meeting agenda- Donation to go to School Board for approval. CMB has
identified vendors and is ready to purchase once School Board approved donation with terms
6. C7G addition of UF to official transcript program on Nov. 16 Commission meeting agenda –
available to MBSH graduation seniors
7. R7D and R9H–NBE infrastructure discussion and $75,000 to hire an engineer for study –
approved and underway
Education Compact
1. Safety/Traffic
• Drop off at Beach High – discussed to be heard at January 27 Finance meeting
2. Communication
• School Board update – legislative issues update provided by School Board Member
Lucia Baez Geller
• Feeder Pattern Update deferred
3. Student Achievement–not discussed
4. Parental Involvement/Family Support/Youth and Community Engagement
• BB Court improvement at South Pointe Elementary City request awaiting response –
update provided
• Beach High Courtyard PTSA Initiative update – awaiting installation of fence and
hedges by MDCPS- update provided
• Scoreboard – waiting on MDCPS – update provided
5. Technology
• STEM equipment Funds $275,000 – update provided and waiting on MDCPS School
Board approval and execution of agreement (Dr. Bonce)
6. Teacher Recruitment/Retention
• Teach at the Beach – Substitute Teacher Incentive Program – update provided
7. Health/Mental Health
• Current mental health city support status – update provided
• No One Eats Alone, MBNMS, Feb. 17th – information provided
8. New Business/Announcements–School Choice presentation provided by MDCPS Ms.
Basallo, request for number of security guards at MBSH made, data on CMB Education
pages utilization provided via LTC 28% increase.
9. Adjournment
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Meeting of February 7, 2023
Members Present: Julie Basner, Mary Keinath, Beverly Heller, Beth Edwards, Laurie Kaye Davis,
James Orlowsky, Rina Bass, Tiere Hessert, Yvette Tache, Josh Levy and Amy Ostroff
Members Absent: Evie Fernandez Member Absent for Vote: Beth Edwards
Agenda Minutes
1. Moonlighter FabLab- discussed
2. Prospect of NBE Becoming a Charter School – discussed and motion made
3. Amendment to Ordinance re: Composition of QEC to Include Reps from
Private & Charter Schools in Miami Beach- discussed and additional meeting requested for
February 14 – motion made
4. New Business for Feb. 28th Meeting- discussed
Motion
Members Present: Julie Basner, Mary Keinath, Beverly Heller, Beth Edwards, Laurie Kaye Davis,
James Orlowsky, Rina Bass, Tiere Hessert, Yvette Tache, Josh Levy and Amy Ostroff
Members Absent: Evie Fernandez Member Absent for Vote: Beth Edwards
Motion Made by Beverly Heller
Second by Laurie Kaye Davis
The Committee for Quality Education requests the Mayor and Commission allow for the charter
school Item C7R and Ordinance for inclusion of private and charter schools on the Committee for
Quality Education Item R5L on the February 1, 2023 Commission meeting be held in abeyance
until the Committee for Quality Education has a chance to evaluate these two items.
The Committee for Quality Education urges the Mayor and Commission to support the above
request.
Motion Passage: Votes 10-0 Absent for Vote: Beth Edwards
Meeting of February 14, 2023
Members Present: Julie Basner, Beverly Heller, Beth Edwards, Laurie Kaye Davis, James Orlowsky,
Rina Bass, Tiere Hessert, Evie Fernandez
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Members Absent: Mary Keinath, Yvette Tache, Josh Levy and Amy Ostroff
Member Absent for Vote: Evie Fernandez
Motion
Made by Rina Bass
Second by Beverly Heller
The Committee for Quality Education requests the Mayor and Commission be aware the QEC
supports education equality for all students of Miami Beach and encourages the commission to
ensure that all education related services provided by the City of Miami Beach are available to
all students residing in Miami Beach. However, the expansion of the QEC to include an additional
10 charter or private schools presents concerns to the functionality of the QEC as it currently
operates. The increased membership challenges the efficiency of the committee, jeopardizing
the quality of the committee, while access to education resources can be provided by the
commission through avenues other than the expansion of the QEC.
The Committee for Quality Education urges the Mayor and Commission to support the above
request.
Motion Passage: Votes 7-0
Absent for Vote: Evie Fernandez
Meeting of February 28, 2023
Members Present: Mary Keinath, Joshua Levy, Beverly Heller, Yvette Tache, Laurie Kaye Davis,
James Orlowsky, Rina Bass, Julie Basner, Evie Fernandez, Tiere Hessert, Beth Edwards
Members Absent: Amy Ostroff
I.Welcome & Introductions – completed
Presentations provided and discussion held on the below:
Leonard Torres, MDCPS Administrative Director, Facilities & Capital Projects – discussion held
Mayor Gelber—Charter School Discussion - deferred
Miguel Soria and John Orue, MDC Transportation Dept – discussion held Juan Martin, MDCPS Ofc
of Safety & Emergency Management
Jose Gonzalez, CMB Transportation – discussion on MBSH drop off held School Board Member
Lucia Baez Geller—Legislative Update - provided Tom Pupo, Moonlighter FabLab—Introduction –
provided and tour scheduled for March 14, 2023 at 10 am
Minutes approval for January 24, February 7 and February 14, 2023 - completed
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Status of Motions discussed
Commission Meeting items
1. C4R Referral (Meiner) NQLC and C4AE Referral (Richardson) MBSH Drop off and Pick Up –
February 25, 2022 Finance Meeting discussed. $175,000 recommended as match to MDCPS
and Miami Dade County – waiting on Transportation team update – item discussed
2. C4E MBSH Scoreboard request matching fund $12,500 recommended at March 30 Finance
meeting and on May 4 Commission agenda – approved – pending CMB legal edits to share
with MDCPS draft amendment to the JUA for MBSH Field – item discussed
3. C7H Allocation of STEM funding in the amount of $275,000 amongst MB schools on Nov. 16th
Commission meeting agenda- Donation to go to School Board for approval. CMB has
identified vendors and is ready to purchase once School Board approved donation with terms
– item discussed
4. R7D and R9H–NBE infrastructure discussion and $75,000 to hire an engineer for study –
approved and underway – item discussed
5. R5E–QEC Ordinance Update from February 22, 2023 Commission agenda – item discussed
6. R7G–Community schoolyard Feb. 22, 2023 Commission agenda – item discussed
Education Compact
1. Safety/Traffic
• Drop off at Beach High - discussed
2. Communication
• School Board update – legislative issues update - provided
• Feeder Pattern Update- provided
3. Student Achievement
4. Parental Involvement/Family Support/Youth and Community Engagement
• BB Court improvement at South Pointe Elementary City – amendment 1 to the JUA
with CMB legal as of 2.23.23- update provided
• Beach High Courtyard PTSA Initiative update – awaiting installation of fence and
hedges by MDCPS – update provided
• Scoreboard – waiting on CMB estimate for scoreboard cost and installation cost as
of 2.22.23 – update provided
5. Technology
• STEM equipment Funds $275,000 – approved by school board February 2023.
Waiting on agreement edits from MDCPS for execution. Once fully executed,
ordering of equipment by CMB.- update provided
6. Teacher Recruitment/Retention
• Teach at the Beach – Substitute Teacher Incentive Program – update provided
7. Health/Mental Health
• Current mental health city support status – update provided
8. New Business/Announcements
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• CMB to donate or discount its facilities for school use – item discussed
9. Adjournment
11:15- extension requested and approved
Meeting of March 14, 2023
Members present: Mary Keinath, Laurie Kaye Davis, James Orlowsky, Julie Basner, Beth Edwards,
Amy Ostroff
Members absent – Joshua Levy, Beverly Heller, Yvette Tache, James Orlowsky, Rina Bass, Evie
Fernandez, Tiere Hessert
Tour of Moonlighter FabLab provided at 1661 Pennsylvania Avenue.
Meeting of March 28, 2023
Members Present: Mary Keinath, Joshua Levy, Beverly Heller, Yvette Tache, Laurie Kaye Davis,
James Orlowsky, Rina Bass, Julie Basner, Evie Fernandez, Tiere Hessert, Beth Edwards, Amy Ostroff,
Lily Delamotte, Dr. Steven Berkowitz, Christine Perin-Stoco, Chana Levin Eisner
Members Absent: Joshua Levy
Presentations provided
Leonard Torres, MDCPS Administrative Director, Facilities & Capital Projects – provided information
to members and will return with answer to the below questions/comments:
1. How many open workorders will become capital projects (unresolved workorders)?
2. Need townhall meeting to understand process.
3. Life span of school structures (when were inspections done)
a. Last update for roof, electrical, structure, plumbing, windows (Per Mike Krtaush –
system to track deficiency for 5-year plan)
4. Per Mike Krtausch – district can waive 10-12% abatement fees for scoreboard
installation at MBSH
CMB Economic Development Dept—spaces available to schools – chart provided by Heather
Shaw for schools to use for city facility use requests
Educational Enhancement overview and utilization – chart provided and to me reviewed at April
meeting
Minutes approval for February 28th meeting - completed
Status of Motions – provided
Commission Meeting items
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1. C4R Referral (Meiner) NQLC and C4AE Referral (Richardson) MBSH Drop off and Pick Up –
February 25, 2022 Finance Meeting discussed. $175,000 recommended as match to MDCPS
and Miami Dade County – waiting on Transportation team update
2. C4E MBSH Scoreboard request matching fund $12,500 recommended at March 30 Finance
meeting and on May 4 Commission agenda – approved – pending CMB legal edits to share
with MDCPS draft amendment to the JUA for MBSH Field
3. C7H Allocation of STEM funding in the amount of $275,000 amongst MB schools on Nov. 16th
Commission meeting agenda- Donation to go to School Board for approval. CMB has
identified vendors and is ready to purchase once School Board approved donation with terms
4. C7G addition of UF to official transcript program on Nov. 16 Commission meeting agenda –
available to MBSH graduation seniors
5. R7D and R9H – NBE infrastructure discussion and $75,000 to hire an engineer for study –
approved and underway
6. C7AG March 27 Commission meeting - $25,000 for exploration of safety and facility support
Education Compact
1. Safety / Traffic
• Drop off at Beach High – transportation to return in August 2023
2. Communication
• School Board update – legislative issues update – T. Fazzino to return to April 2023
meeting
• Feeder Pattern Update – provided
3. Student Achievement
4. Parental Involvement/Family Support/Youth and Community Engagement
• BB Court improvement at South Pointe Elementary City request awaiting response -
update provided
• Beach High Courtyard PTSA Initiative update – awaiting installation of fence and
hedges by MDCPS – update provided
• Scoreboard – waiting on MDCPS – update provided
5. Technology
• STEM equipment Funds $275,000 – update provided
6. Teacher Recruitment/Retention
• Teach at the Beach – Substitute Teacher Incentive Program – update provided
7. Health / Mental Health
• Current mental health city support status – update provided
8. New Business / Announcements – Moonlighter to return April meeting
9. Adjournment
Meeting of April 25, 2023
Members Present: Julie Basner, Beverly Heller, Beth Edwards, Laurie Kaye Davis, Rina Bass, Evie
Fernandez, Mary Keinath, Amy Ostroff, Chana Eisner, Lilly De La Motte, Seth Guttenberg, Christine
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Perrin-Stocco
Members Absent: Yvette Tache, Josh Levy, James Orlowsky, Tiere Hessert
Motion
Made by Beverly Heller
Second by Chana Eisner
The Committee for Quality Education requests of the Mayor and Commission that if the Miami
Beach private and charter schools are interested in having Stop the Bleed Kits that the City of
Miami Beach fund the Stop the Bleed Kits similar to the prior partnership. Portions funded by M-
DCPS should be covered by the applicable school.
The Committee for Quality Education urges the Mayor and Commission to support the above
request.
Motion Passage: Votes 9-0
Absent for Vote: Christine Perrin-Stocco, Rina Bass, Amy Ostroff
Meeting of May 23, 2023
Members: Mary Keinath, Joshua Levy, Beverly Heller, Yvette Tache, Laurie Kaye Davis, James
Orlowsky, Rina Bass, Julie Basner, Evie Fernandez, Tiere Hessert, Beth Edwards, Amy Ostroff,
Christine Perrin-Stocco, C.B. Eisner, Lily Delamotte, Shaye Guttenberg, Brittany Faw, Jacquelynn
Powers, Bay Harbor, and Treasure
I.Welcome & Introductions
Welcome of new members based on Ordinance change including private and charter school
Presentations:
Sandra Bermudez, CEO, The Lucy Project – Introduction
Tabitha Fazzino, MDCPS Intergovernmental Affairs – Legislative Update
Jose Gonzalez, CMB Transportation – Drop-off Lane Update
Lucia Baez-Geller, MDCPS Board Member – General Update
Minutes approval for March 28th meeting
Status of Motions –
Commission Meeting items
1. C4R Referral (Meiner) NQLC and C4AE Referral (Richardson) MBSH Drop off and Pick Up –
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February 25, 2022 Finance Meeting discussed. $175,000 recommended as match to MDCPS
and Miami Dade County – waiting on Transportation team update
2. C4E MBSH Scoreboard pending MDCPS draft amendment to the JUA for MBSH Field. CMB
selected vendor and shared specs with MDCPS
3. C7H Allocation of STEM funding in the amount of $275,000 CMB has identified vendors and is
ready to purchase once MDCPS returns agreement
4. R7D and R9H – NBE infrastructure approved and underway
5. C7H April 28, 2023 Commission meeting – SAVE Foundation $75,000 grant for LGBTQ resource
media campaign
6. C7AG March 27,2023 Commission Meeting Reso 2023- 32545 $25,000.00, to assist the city with
exploring all available options for the city to partner with the school board of Miami Dade
county to assume some portion of deferred maintenance and security functions for the
benefit of public schools located in the city of Miami Beach.
Education Compact
1. Safety / Traffic
• Drop off at Beach High – item to be discussed when Transportation team returns to
update
2. Communication
• School Board update – legislative issues update
• Feeder Pattern Update
3. Student Achievement
• Agenda Planner order update
4. Parental Involvement/Family Support/Youth and Community Engagement
• BB Court improvement at South Pointe Elementary City paused per email from CMB
parks department due to increased cost. Item is part of budget review as an
enhancement
• Beach High Courtyard PTSA Initiative update – awaiting installation of fence and
hedges by MDCPS
• Scoreboard – waiting on MDCPS to return JUA amendment, CMB selected vendor
5. Technology
• STEM equipment Funds $275,000 – awaiting MDCPS to return school board
approved grant agreement to CMB
6. Teacher Recruitment/Retention
• Teach at the Beach – Substitute Teacher Incentive Program –
7. Health / Mental Health
• Current mental health city support status
8. New Business/Announcements
9. Adjournment
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FUTURE
ACTIVITIES:
1.To continue to offer, oversee, protect, and sustain educational initiatives for our city’s
youth in conjunction and cooperation with MDCPS.
2.To continue to discuss and evaluate requests by the city’s schools and members of the
community for educational programming and infrastructure improvements and then
advise the city’s commission accordingly.
3.To make Teacher Recruitment/Retention a priority while continuing to meet the goals and
objectives that align with the Education Compact.
MIAMI BEACH
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ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
1.We extended accessibility of Stop the Bleed Kits to the private and charter schools in
Miami Beach.
2.We enlisted the help of the CMB’s Economic Development Dept. to identify the many city-
owned venues/facilities available for school usage, with the benefit of waiving rental fees.
3.We began (again) and continue to actively facilitate discussions with the CMB
Transportation Dept, MDCPS, and Miami-Dade County regarding a drop-off lane on Dade
Boulevard in accordance with the Education Compact’s prioritization of Safety.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
Committee on the Homeless
CHAIRPERSON:
Darren Cefalu
CITY LIAISON:
Janay Guerrero
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD:
6
ACTIVITY: January 2023- June 2023
The Committee meets virtually the second Tuesday of each month at 4:30pm. The following
topics were addressed this reporting period:
• Approval of recurring funding for the Lazarus Program with service scope, as amended, to
address mental illness among the City’s homeless population.
• Police efforts to address homelessness: Identifying and referring individuals to the Marchman
Program; reassignment of officers to Washington Avenue to provide additional support to
businesses; Citywide Quality of Life Details to target highly-populated areas and making
arrests when appropriate; organized early morning beach walk to educate City residents,
officials, and staff on enforcement efforts, available resources, and challenges of serving the
homeless population; conducted drone details for visual of homeless encampments inside
of the dunes; referring homeless individuals to the Homeless Outreach Office for services.
• Homeless Outreach Team efforts to address homelessness: Reallocated funds to create a
specialized substance abuse outreach team to provide services to homeless persons on
Miami Beach; update progress on the Volunteer Real Estate program to assist homeless
individuals that possess Section-8 vouchers with locating vacant rental units; purchased
additional shelter beds at the Lotus House to service women and children; approved for a
$91,000 budget enhancement that will provide additional outreach team for street outreach
services on weekends; amended Homeless Employment Program to allow sheltered clients
to work with the City’s Sanitation Division and to receive resume building services and
referrals to temporary employee agencies.
• Environmental Committee report on mitigating damage to the dunes on the beach. Samantha
Tiffany, Environmental & Sustainability Department addressed the Committee on April 11,
2023.
• Weekly Unified Outreach Missions, inclusive of the Homeless Outreach Team, Homeless
Resource Unit of MBPD, and the Sanitation Department, to proactively address homeless-
related issues and encampments.
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FUTURE ACTIVITIES: July 2023 – January 2024
The Committee anticipates addressing the following issues in the coming months:
● Committee on the Homeless will continue to provide ongoing support of the Homeless
Outreach Team’s efforts to address homelessness.
● Committee on the Homeless will continue to provide ongoing support of the Miami Beach
Police’s efforts to address homelessness.
● Committee on the Homeless will continue to collaboratively explore innovative ways to
support the homeless community and make recommended motions as appropriate.
● Committee on the Homeless will invite speakers from Chapman Partnership, Miami Beach
committees that impact on the Homeless issue, including Housing and supports of mental
health experts to mitigate the #s of homeless and help them on the road to permanent
housing, clothing, medical care and jobs.
● Committee will provide support of promoting homeless awareness via donated art mural.
● Committee will explore ways to provide assistance to homeless patients being released from
Mt. Sinai Medical Center
ACCOMPLISHMENTS: January 2023-June 2023
• Met with City departments to explore innovative ways to deter homeless persons from
sleeping in and destroying the City’s dunes
• Explored ways of supporting homeless patients that are discharged from the hospital
with clothing and essential hygiene items
• Explored the City’s role with respect to the Continuum of Care and partnering agencies
• Maintained open dialogue regarding the support of Lazarus Program for chronically
mentally ill homeless persons
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
CONVENTION CENTER ADVISORY BOARD (CCAB)
CHAIRPERSON:
LAURENCE HERRUP
CITY LIAISON:
HEATHER SHAW
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD:
6
ACTIVITY:
January 17, 2023 Meeting
• Approval of October 11, 2022 and November 8, 2022 meeting minutes.
• Selection of Larry Herrup as chair and Peter Matos as vice chair.
• Hotel update – selection of Balfour Beatty to lead the construction of the Convention Center hotel.
• Greater Miami Convention and Visitors Bureau (GMCVB) update - discussion on convention center
competitive set (comp-set). Carol Motely shared that the GMCVB sponsored a number of activations
including a press conference, closed keynote session, truck driven around the city with Miami Beach
Convention Center (MBCC) image on the outside and provided branded cups. The team hosted
buyers which resulted in four (4) new proposals. Furthermore, they hosted a reception for 140 clients
themed Miami Beach Bling & Bubbles. The team feedback was that there was a good return on the
investment.
• OVG360 update - Art Basel generated its largest audiences with 250 galleries. A highlight was the
400 drones; Senior Holiday Festival with 800 residents; 5000 Role Models event with over 2000
attendees and the Antique Art Show. The team has produced an Event Planning Guide. The team
also attended the Professional Convention Management Association (PCMA) conference, taking 12
team members.
• Sodexo Live! update on the food waste recycling program. The team has an active composting
program with Compost For Life – a South Florida organization that collects food scraps from the
MBCC twice a week. Approximately 20,000 pounds of food waste has been collected from May –
December 2022 – the equivalent to 186,000 trees.
• Discussed parking fees at Rum Room and Venu.
• New appointments - Lee Zimmerman (Mayor Gelber); Prakash Kumar (Commissioner Meiner); Peter
Matos (Commissioner Arriola); Robin Jacobs (Commissioner Dominguez) and John Aleman (Miami
Beach Chamber of Commerce).
February 14, 2023 Meeting
• Approval of January 17, 2023 meeting minutes.
• Sodexo Live! update - the Boat Show plans to include an exclusive concierge lounge (“Wynwood
Lounge”), all day dining and cocktails, walk-up concessions and bars, and partnerships with Havana
1957, Rosetta Bakery, Cheeseburger Baby, and other local businesses.
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o Food waste recycling program: Compost For Life – in January 2023 approximately 3,000
pounds of composting was generated and the team has created a garden behind the Rum
Room to add value. The Rum Room/Venu social media campaign continues to generate
followers and has reached 20,000+ accounts.
• OVG360 update - eight (8) events in January 2023 attracted 55,000 attendees and the facility hosted
five (5) events at the same time (large and small events) including the Original Antique Show, 5000
Role Models breakfast and the Swim Show. February will host the Miami International Boat Show
and Gym Shack, a gym apparel show. The Boat Show will utilize the rooftop parking and general
area parking. The four (4) events in February are expected to attract 53,000 attendees. March
includes nine (9) events. The team is concurrently working on the maintenance of the building
(elevator, escalators, and window washing).
o The Boat Show is expected to have a $1.4 billion impact in the State of Florida.
• GMCVB update - PCMA and Innovation Think Tank were successful and potential clients are falling
in love with the venue. The team returned with 4-6 verbal tentatives including getting the 2027 PCMA
conference (top meeting planner organization). Carol then shared that the dining revenue in hotels
are doing well; MBCC booked three (3) verbal definites including PCMA, National Homeland Security
and 5 groups visiting the site for 2026 and beyond.
• Hotel update - shared that the cooling tower work was complete and the inspections for Certificate
of Occupancy were pending. The hotel is moving along with permits expected by end of month in
addition to foundation permit and groundbreaking. Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) contract
expected by May, loan commitment expected in June 2023 with possession expected by July 2023.
There are two contractors on site working on the Fillmore Theater and driving piles.
• MBCC team has cleaned up the Google Map of the facility with maps to Rum Room and Venu.
March 14, 2023 Meeting
• Chair Laurence Herrup welcomed and introduced Commissioner Alex Fernandez, and his aide
Monica Salinas, to the CCAB. The Commissioner was in attendance to recognize David Nunes,
Director for Finance for MBCC. Together with the CCAB members, OVG360 and Sodexo Live! teams,
Commissioner Fernandez thanked David for his nine (9) years of service and contributions to the
City of Miami Beach in advance of his May retirement. The Commissioner acknowledged David's
dedication, hard work, and long career of making a difference, specifically to the residents and visitors
of Miami Beach.
• Approval of February 17, 2023 meeting minutes.
• Jennifer Diaz discusses the GMCVB MBCC social media strategy and promotion of meetings and
conventions in the Miami area. The GMCVB approach to social media, includes both organic and
paid social media, and how they use it to target specific audiences such as corporate groups and
meeting planners. Jennifer discussed the importance of a content strategy that highlights the unique
selling proposition of Miami Beach as a destination and the MBCC as a venue. Lastly, Jennifer shared
the success of the social media efforts, with engagement rates above industry benchmarks, and the
use of testimonials and experiential opportunities to promote the Miami Brand.
• Freddie Peterson provided an update on the MBCC and conferences and events including the Miami
International Boat Show, Big Brother Big Sister, eMerge Americas, and Miami City Ballet gala. David
Nunes reported on the MBCC financials, and discussed the different sources of funding for the
Center, including taxes, subsidies, and agreements with Miami-Dade County.
• Sodexo Live! Assistant General Manager, Michelle Vazquez, provided updates on the Rum
Room/Venu and preparations for upcoming catered events. The official opening for the Rum
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Room/Venu is delayed as the team finalizes and secures a liquor license. Michelle shared that the
Rum Room is in training mode and hosting “Friends and Family” catering and extended an invitation
to the CCAB members to join the soft opening exercise.
• Monica Beltran, Director of the Parking Department, discussed the parking plan for the new Rum
Room/Venu. The Parking Department aims to keep parking affordable by activating the MBCC
rooftop - which currently is only activated during MBCC events at a $20 flat fee. Due to safety and
security concerns, overnight parking is prohibited in the MBCC. However, parking is available in the
17th Street garage and the Collins Park garage, both are within walking distance from the MBCC with
ample affordable parking options. Directional signs will be deployed to inform the community about
parking options, and informational campaigns will be distributed via newsletters and neighborhood
associations bulletins. The Chair would like the team to consider other, closer and less expensive,
options such as valet validation for $10, at least during the first year of operation, to entice people to
the restaurant.
April 11, 2023 Meeting
• Approval of March 14, 2023 meeting minutes.
• Carol Motley (GMCVB) – the GMCVB has secured two (2) Priority 1 (P1) groups, toward the goal of
seven (7) including CosmoProf and Urban Land Institute (2026). The team has secured two (2)
Priority 2 (P2) groups, toward a goal of four (4), including Florida Encounter and the National
Homeland Security Conference (2024). Ms. Motley reported that the GMCVB hotel booking goal is
at almost 50%. The current list of tentatives booked include approximately 31 groups as of March 13.
The team is finalizing some last-minute hotel room blocks and expect to close out 3,678 bookings in
Q3.
• Freddie Peterson (OVG360) provided an update on the Priority 3 (P3) sales. The OVG360 sales
team is doing exceptionally well. For Fiscal Year (FY) 23, they have booked 26 events, and 5 events
for FY24. The total gross revenue for P3s for FY23 is $1.2 million, the goal was a million dollars. The
FY24 goal is an additional $200k. There are some residual pandemic impacts within the industries
and minor fear of inflation and a recession. Regarding prospects, OVG360 has secured 158
prospects from October ’22 through March ’23 for FY23 sales activities and 236 tentative prospects.
The team also received 30 inquires regarding the Venu and Rum Room.
• The back wall of the Fillmore is expected to be taken down, weather permitting, by the end of this
week or next week. The hotel encroaches on part of the Fillmore and the back wall is being taken
down to rebuild a new wall. The alley between the Fillmore and the hotel is also being restructured.
The current worksite is targeted to be completed by this summer, with the foundation permit for the
vertical construction expected in the next month. Test piles for vertical construction are targeted to
commence this summer. The loan commitment, loan closing, and data possession are all targeted
for this summer, with the temporary certificate of occupancy (TCO) and CO targeted for 2025.
Foundation permits and the vertical master building permits are currently in progress.
• February was a very busy month for the MBCC, followed by ten days of quiet time in March, which
allowed for a time to re-energizing the team and refresh the building. The team is working on
preventative maintenance, with an average of 160 work orders per month, and the wear and tear that
the building undergoes from hosting events with thousands of exhibitors and guests.
• The team oversaw the recent Miami Beach Pride Family Picnic in Pride Park. Upcoming events
include the Big Brothers Big Sisters Gala, eMerge Americas, and the Aesthetic Society conference.
May ushers in Trade Show Executive Fastest 50 Awards and Summit and Bitcoin 2023. Rickelle
Williams (City of Miami Beach) added that the City Commission Public Safety and Neighborhood
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Quality of Life Committee is to discuss maintenance and operations of Pride Park, including the
activation of Pride Park. Commissioners are interested in how Pride Park can have more community-
centered and family friendly events versus more MBCC related event. In addition, pickleball
advocates, utilizing Pride Park on weekends, are looking for more opportunities to expand.
• Members recommended residents get a 50% discount in the MBCC garage when visiting the Rum
Room/Venu. Members discussed validating MBCC parking tickets and the possibility of implementing
a time restriction on the validation to eliminate the concern that people might go to the Convention
Center and then go to the Rum Room to get parking validated. Rickelle Williams assured the group
a resolution would be reached before the grand opening.
• Ms. Shaw shared that the OVG360 management agreement with the City ends on March 31, 2024.
A Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for Convention Center Campus management and operations has
been drafted and will be released soon. The draft will be on the May 2023 City Commission agenda
for approval and then released to the public. The responses will be evaluated by a review committee,
and one or two responses will be selected for negotiation. The goal is to have the process completed
before the end of the calendar year to ensure a smooth transition. Members asked why the existing
contract cannot be extended and it was shared that there were no additional extensions to the
agreement.
May 9, 2023 Meeting
• Approval of the April 11, 2023 meeting minutes.
• GMCVB update - The Michelin Guide sponsorship and announcement of Michelin-starred
restaurants was discussed, with the reception expected to offer exceptional food. Over 600 RSVPs
were received for the event on Thursday, which will feature PCMA CEO announcing the selection of
Miami Beach Convention Center as a significant victory.
• MBCC Hotel update – Maria Hernandez (City of Miami Beach) - The revised development schedule
from Terra was received. While progress on the project was positive, the schedule had slipped by 60
days. The completion date was now estimated to be January or February 2026, instead of by Art
Basel 2025. Internal communication was already sent to inform the team not to commit to the
previous completion date. The City Manager, Deputy City Manager and Assistant City Managers
were informed about the updated schedule. Possession date was shifted from July to September and
the groundbreaking ceremony for vertical construction was rescheduled for November 2023. The
delay in obtaining permits, particularly the foundation permit, contributed to the revised schedule.
The foundation permit approval was delayed due to issues with DERM (Division of Environmental
Resources Management). Discussions took place with Balfour Beatty, who presented plans for
maintenance of traffic and other considerations. Efforts were made to ensure Convention Center
Drive would remain open during construction. The coordination with Balfour Beatty and Public Works
is ongoing to address the impact of construction activities on adjacent streets.
• The Chair inquired about the availability of the construction loan. Maria replied that the construction
loan and equity financing were targeted for September 2023. The initial equity contribution of $10
million had been surpassed, with $15 million already spent. The schedule was adjusted to align with
milestones, such as the Boat Show in 2026. Concerns were expressed about shifting personnel and
the potential impact on the permitting process. Efforts are already underway within the Building
Department, led by Eric Carpenter, to address the permitting challenges. The optimism surrounding
the project schedule and meeting milestones was acknowledged but the goal of completing the
project before Art Basel 2025 was deemed unrealistic. The target for substantial completion was set
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for January or February 2026, rather than the Art Basel 2025 deadline. The project's TCO is
anticipated for October, with additional time required for setup.
• OVG360 update: April featured several notable events including eMerge Americas, Aesthetic
Society, ribbon-cutting ceremonies, and medical product launches. The sales team has been actively
targeting corporate accounts in North Florida, such as Tampa and St. Petersburg. June 2023 is
expected to be a busy month, with 12 events scheduled. Efforts are underway to collaborate with
Destination Management Companies (DMCs) to showcase the MBCC's capabilities for trade shows,
meetings, conventions, social, and corporate events. On the marketing side the desire to discuss
marketing efforts in the next meeting will include the Venu, convention side, and partnership
initiatives. The website was recently relaunched, replacing the old and outdated version. The Venue
operations were highlighted, emphasizing the scale and complexity of managing a large space with
numerous events. Recognition was given to Sodexo Live! and their contributions to sustainability
efforts, including constipation diversion products and the kids program.
• A question about virtual meetings was brought up in the last meeting. The City Clerk clarified that a
quorum of members must be present in person, but virtual participation is possible for the remaining
members. The possibility of allowing virtual participation for absent members will be discussed and
decided upon by the board.
• The City will have a booth at the Bitcoin 2023 conference in May and is seen as an opportunity to
showcase Miami Beach as a business destination.
June 13, 2023 Meeting
• Approval of May 9, 2023 meeting minutes.
• David Martin, CEO of Terra Group, provided background and an update on the Convention Center
hotel project. In June 2022, the foundation permit for the hotel construction was filed. The good
news is that they received the permit after fulfilling all agency requests and the expectation is to
receive the permit next week. In June/July of 2022, approval was granted to start the early work
phase. This involved utility work, such as relocating FPL duct banks and stormwater culverts.
Additionally, the back portion of the Jackie Gleason facility was demolished. The team has been
working on these tasks, which were estimated to take 12 to 14 months.
• A discussion took place regarding the anticipated hotel groundbreaking and grand opening dates of
the project. The grand opening date is projected to be in spring of 2026. The team plans to close the
construction loan in October and issue the notice to proceed around October or November. Several
term sheets for financing have been received, and negotiations are underway; the goal is to finalize
the commitment by the end of July. Collaboration and support from various agencies, including
DERM, were mentioned as crucial for planning initiatives. The team is currently focused on satisfying
pre-possession conditions outlined in the development process. Under the early work phase, the
project operates under a site access agreement adopted a few years ago, ensuring compliance with
all permits and regulations. Concerns were raised about the impact of construction on the south
loading dock of the Convention Center and the installation of the skybridge. The team confirmed
ongoing discussions with Freddie and the Convention Center team would take place as the goal is
to schedule the installation during nighttime hours unless the south loading dock is not in use. Further
details and a construction schedule from Balfour Beatty will be provided to address any potential
conflicts with Convention Center events.
• Discussion on Florida Travel Advisories.
• Chair Herrup expressed concerns regarding the need for repairs, maintenance, and callbacks from
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the city due to the high level of activity at the venue. It was mentioned that while budgets for the
2023-2024 fiscal year might be finalized, attention should be directed towards the 2024-2025 fiscal
year. The focus is on ensuring the facility remains not just cutting edge but leading edge to compete
effectively with other venues worldwide.
• Activities included participating in the Sodexo Stop Hunger Foundation, partnering with OVG360
partners and MBCC to cook soup for Camillus House, and serving approximately 300 people. Food
waste diversion and minimizing the facility's footprint were highlighted, with over 55,000 pounds of
food waste diverted from the landfill since May 2022. Collaboration with Compost Life allowed the
generated compost to be used in the facility's gardens at the Rum Room. The staff's commitment to
collecting food scraps and focusing on sustainability was commended. A meeting with the City’s
Environment and Sustainability team was scheduled to further discuss sustainability initiatives and
continue working toward the mission.
FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
• Continue to monitor the advancement of the hotel, capital expenditures (Capex), and MBCC sales.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
1. Successful collaborations between Board, City Staff, and various stakeholders.
2. Meetings returned to in-person in the MBCC.
3. Focus on the progress of the hotel development.
4. Collaboration on the official opening of the Rum Room and Venu.
5. Assistance in developing validated discount MBCC parking fees for patrons.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: Cultural Arts Council
CHAIRPERSON: Bruce Carter
CITY LIAISON: Brandi Reddick
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD: 7
ACTIVITY:
The Cultural Arts Council (CAC) distributes $850,000 through an estimated 14 anchor grants and 40 cultural
presenter grants each season. This division also serves as the primary liaison to the City’s fourteen anchor
cultural institutions, including The Bass, The Wolfsonian, Miami New Drama at the Colony Theater, and New
World Symphony, Miami Beach Botanical Garden and The Rhythm Foundation, among others.
FY 22/23 Cultural Arts Council Grants Program
• Monitored contracts for FY 22/23 grants recipients (51)
• Implemented new final reporting guidelines in collaboration with Audit Committee
• Implemented revised online final report system for grant closeouts FY 22/23
• Monitored performance of contracted grantees (51)
• Opened final reports for close out of FY 22/23 grants (May-September 2023)
FY 23/24 Cultural Arts Council Grant Program
• Drafted and distributed grant guidelines for FY 23/24 grant programs to Cultural Anchors and
Presenters. (January 2023)
• Grant Applications Period (January-March 2023), resulting in 55 grant applications
• Grant review and scoring for FY 23/24 Cultural Anchors and Cultural Presenters (April-June 2023)
Arts Education Programs
Continue to work with Arts for Learning/Miami to provide arts education programming for Miami Beach. On
an annual basis, this program serves over 1,000 children and youth in our community with after school arts
educations programs.
• Arts for Learning/Miami, Inc. provided after-school courses across six Miami Beach locations
including Biscayne Elementary School, Flamingo Park, Feinberg Fisher K-8, North Beach
Elementary, Scott Rakow Youth Center and South Pointe Elementary School.
Marketing and Promotions
• Continued to promote Miami Beach cultural events through weekly updates on website and
accompanying advertising campaign, and e-blast. Consistently manage an updated, more
integrated Culture Calendar on the www.mbartsandculture.org website.
• Contracted with New York based public relations firm Blue Medium.
Community Benefit Waiver Fund Requests
The CAC reviewed and recommended Community Benefit Fund Fee Waivers and SoundScape waiver
requests from January-June 2023. The CAC is responsible for the oversight of the following:
Community Benefit Fund Fee Waivers at the Colony Theater (12)
The Cultural Arts Council may issue up to 12 rental waivers per calendar year to qualified non-profit
organizations for use of the Colony Theater.
Community Benefit Fund for Miami Beach Bandshell (12)
All Artistic Disciplines
The Cultural Arts Council may issue up to 12 rental waivers per calendar year to qualified non-profit
organizations for use of the North Beach Bandshell.
Rent Waiver Program for Soundscape Wall (10)
The Cultural Arts Council may issue up to 10 grants annually for the use of the Soundscape projection wall
and sound system to qualified non-profit organizations. (Restrictions Apply).
Management Agreements
Cultural Affairs oversees the management agreements with both The Bass, and the Miami New Drama,
working closely to ensure financial and lease agreement obligations are met.
Miami New Drama at the Colony Theatre
• Now entering its seventh year of operation, Miami New Drama launched its second all-world premiere
season. This year, the company undertook its most ambitious season yet with four new productions;
Elian, Anna in the Tropics, Defacing Michael Jackson and Create Dangerously.
• Miami New Drama won the most awards at the 2022 Carbonell Award Ceremony (South Florida's
Theatre Awards), including "best new work" for Papa Cuatro! The company received 24 nominations,
the most of any theatre company, and won a total of seven awards, more than any other company.
On a national level, Miami New Drama was awarded the Thornton Wilder Prize given by the American
Academy of Arts and Letters.
Bass Museum
• The Bass was honored to receive $1.25 million in arts investments from Knight Foundation during
Miami Art Week. As Knight Arts Miami Grantee, The Bass will direct this support towards expanding
art exhibitions and public programs that explore the intersection between art and technology.
• The Knight Foundation award comes on the heels of The Bass receiving $20.1 million from Miami
Beach's General Obligation Bond (G.O. Bond), which passed in the November 6 election. The bond,
which totals $159 million and supports 16 local city-owned cultural facilities, improves resiliency and
infrastructure for arts and cultural groups to transform and expand their impact on the community.
With the G.O. Bond funds, The Bass plans to update Pritzker Prize-winning architect Arata Isozaki’s
original 1995 building concept by adding a new wing south-west of the museum, as well as undertake
infrastructure enhancements to the current facility.
• STEAM Plus, initiated in 2018 by Mayor Gelber, is a curriculum-based art program managed by The
Bass which integrates visual and performing arts into science, technology, engineering, and
mathematics (STEM) classes in the local public schools. The project has breathed new life into the
curriculum of seven schools in Miami Beach by inviting creatives from the city’s most esteemed arts
institutions to go in and help teach core subjects. STEAM+ has worked with 11 arts institutions –
including Miami New Drama, Young Musicians Unite, Wolfsonian-FIU, Miami Beach Botancial
Gardens, Miami City Ballet, and New World Symphony – reaching close to 5,000 students across
seven public schools. As part of Art Basel: Miami Beach's 20th Anniversary celebrations, Art Basel
committed a $100,000 gift of support to The Bass' Miami Beach STEAM+ program. In 2022, the
STEAM Plus employed 48 teaching artists, reached 178 classrooms and provided 1,400 instructions
hours.
• The Bass continued to engage the Miami Beach community with programs such as Curator Culture,
Creativity in the Community and Bruch at the Bass. These programs presented a series of
conversations designed to provoke and debate creative solutions to the urgency of our time.
FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
Cultural Arts Council Grants Program
• Review final reports and issue final payments for FY 22/23 grant recipients (51)
• Monitor performance of FY 22/23 contracted grantees through September 2023
• Recommend funding for FY 23/24 Cultural Anchors and Presenters (July 2023)
• Host annual grantee training (Fall 2023)
• Prepare Cultural Anchors and Presenters grant Guidelines and Applications for FY 24/25
Collins Park Rotunda- FY23 (Ongoing)
It is envisioned the Rotunda will be transformed into a small arts space that will host lectures, films, dance,
theater and artistic performances. The construction project is being overseen by the Office of Capital
Improvements. The project recently received additional funding from the Arts and Culture G.O. Bond
No Vacancy, Miami Beach 2023
A collaborative project of the Miami Beach VCA and CAC
No Vacancy is a juried art competition that supports and celebrates mainly local artists, provokes critical
discourse, and encourages the public to experience Miami Beach’s famed hotels as temporary art
destinations in their own right. The fourth edition of No Vacancy is scheduled to take place November 16-
December 14, 2023.
Each selected artist or collective received a stipend of $10,000 to realize their project at each hotel location.
Artists were drawn from a call for submissions issued by the city and selected by representatives from the
City of Miami Beach Art in Public Places Committee, Cultural Arts Council (CAC) and MBVCA.
For the fourth edition of No Vacancy, $35,000 in prizes will be awarded to two selected participants, featuring
a $10,000 Public Prize determined by popular vote and a $25,000 Juried Prize awarded by a jury of
distinguished art professionals.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
Provided year-round arts programming for residents and visitors (January-June 2023)
Nonprofit recipients of cultural grants administered by the CAC provide year-round arts programming for
Miami Beach residents and visitors, including music concerts, dance performances, theater, opera, spoken
word, film screenings, art exhibitions, architectural tours, lectures, workshops and classes. Many of these
events are free and open to the public, including the Arts in the Parks series produced in collaboration with
The Rhythm Foundation.
Culture Crawl (October 2022 – May 2023)
On October 20, 2022, Culture Crawl launched its fourth season, with thousands of attendees enjoying free
arts and culture throughout Miami Beach. Culture Crawl is a monthly event, taking place on the Third
Thursday of each month, 6-9PM, October-May. Culture Crawl offers complimentary admission to some of
the nation’s most prestigious institutions, with unique and varied programming that changes each month.
The Tourism and Culture department works directly with each cultural institution to help produce specific
programming, including open studios and galleries, outdoor films, live music, exclusive tours, night gardens,
and free trolley service throughout South Beach.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: DESIGN REVIEW BOARD
CHAIRPERSON: SARAH GILLER NELSON
CITY LIAISON: MICHAEL BELUSH
DATE OF REPORT: JAN 2023 – JUN 2023
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD DURING THIS REPORTING PERIOD: 6
Meeting
Date
Agenda
Items Approved Denied Discussed Continued Withdrawn No Action Moved Other
JAN 5 5 1
FEB 12 11 1 4 1
MAR 9 4 5 1
APR 12 13 1 1
MAY 3 4
JUN 4 3 1
TOTAL 45 40 1 1 12 1 1
NM: No Meeting
Note: Some totals may not match due to some items being removed from the agenda at the last minute, or items that are partially
approved and also continued.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
Disability Access Committee
CHAIRPERSON:
Eddie Sierra
CITY LIAISON:
Valeria Mejia
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD:
6
ACTIVITY: Advisory Board to the Commission and Administration on disability-related matters
• DAC has actively engaged and discussed multiple issues related to disability and disability
accommodations, and how to best use funds to appropriately comply with ADA guidelines
and accessibility within our municipality.
• Members business – Chair and Vice Chair election. Eddie Sierra is reelected Chair, Sabrina
Cohen is reelected vice-chair.
• Ongoing discussion with Mt Sinai, Oscar Llorente and their address system and building
signalization; the challenge to get to a specific destination in their campus for a blind person
relying on a shared ride app. And/or any disabled person visiting Mount Sinai faces
challenges due to lack of specific building signalization.
• In the February meeting the Committee members passed a motion and sent an LTC to
Commission to assist Mount Sinai in improving their wayfinding on their campus.
Commissioner Laura Dominguez is supporting this item.
• Canopy Park on Alton and 6th Street had accessibility issues pending, the discussion is still
on-going between CIP and the developer since there are more outstanding issues than the
accessibility issues.
• Bass Museum to discuss accessibility initiatives, also there is funding from the GO Bond and
accessibility should be a part of that. Video description would be a great enhancement in
accessibility.
• Ongoing Text-to-911 updates and discussion with Miami-Dade County.
• Ongoing Beach Access solutions – Scott Jenkins with AccessRec. Guest invited by Sabrina
Cohen, Member. Presented their product selection - rollout mats, hard decking platforms,
grass mats, floating beach wheelchair and terra wheels. City evaluating options to improve
accessibility mat events. About 6 – 7 years ago the City purchased about 1000LF of beach
matsand with the existing contract with the Boucher Brothers the City asked them to manage
rental of the mats. Given priority to local events.
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• Ongoing City doing permit reviews for events at the beach, Ms. Mejia has collected
information of vendors that supply different surfacing material that have been used on
different events and assists with this information, without any endorsements, when asked by
producers.
• Special Event Guidelines require event producers be responsible for providing accessibility,
and the City is revising the language in the permits to make it more visible and stringent with
compliance. There are many events that are great with accessibility, but not all are very
thorough.
• Member David New makes a motion to support Michel Tessier as DAC representation in the
DRB board and send a memo to the City Manager.Sandy Rojas seconds the motion, all
members present support the motion by voice vote.
• Ongoing Bass Museum and GO Bonds for upgrades and scope of work. The Bass Museum
is located on Collins Ave and 21 st street. Accessibility upgrades and concerns and ADA
parking, among the several issues facing the Bass museum. Several technological
improvement that will benefit Bass Museum visitors.
• Ongoing South Beach Jazz Festival and disability awareness events and opportunities for
disabled residents and visitors.
• Plan the celebration of the ADA Anniversary on July 26 th , to commemorate the signing of
• the ADA into law.
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ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
• Continued on-going Bass Museum upgrades and accessibility.
• Continue on-going Mount Sinai signalization and ADA accommodations
• Continued on-going efforts on First Responders, Police and Emergency Management.
• Continued on-going efforts on Beach Access Program.
• Continued on-going efforts on Convention Center & Park.
• Ongoing efforts on AIRA as it re-launches and its implemented.
• Chair – Expand our continued collaboration with Committee on Disability Issues (CODI)
• Continued collaboration with Design Review Board and DAC representative as advisory
member
• Continued on-going efforts on having a presence at County and City Commission Meetings.
• DAC continues to make positive strides to ensure a more compliant and accessible
municipality.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
G.O. Bond Oversight Committee
CHAIRPERSON:
Karen Rivo
CITY LIAISON:
Maria Hernandez
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD:
5
ACTIVITY:
A total of 5 G.O. Bond Oversight Committee meetings took place between January and June 2023. They
were held on the following dates: February 16, March 30, April 20, May 24, June 22. The Committee
added 2 voting members with experience working with cultural/arts organizations and 1 non-voting
member from the City’s Cultural Arts Council. The North Beach representative was appointed on June
28th, filling that vacancy. This completes the total of 14 positions for the Oversight Committee.
During this time, the Committee passed the following motions regarding G.O. Bond projects:
1. A motion to support the plan of action that the Administration recommends to expeditiously
advance the GO#43 Chase Ave/34 Street Shared Use Path project forth.
2. A motion to support the Administration’s recommendation of the G.O. Bond for Arts & Culture
Tranche 1 total of $101,700,000.
3. A motion to approve the Administration’s recommendation to temporarily re-align $150,000 from
sub-project GO #37 Sidewalk Improvements to GO #33 Tree Planting to allow the Urban Forestry
Division to continue moving forward with the program.
4. A motion to approve the funds of $1.5 million to be allocated to the Miami Beach Classical Music
Festival to invest in projection mapping projectors and production equipment.
At each meeting, the Committee reviewed Tranche 1 project updates, timelines, and expenditure
information. Updated cashflow projections for all 3 bond categories were presented and discussed at the
May 24th meeting.
The Committee also discussed the Tranche 1 Summary, General Work Plan, and grant agreements for
the G.O. Bond for Arts & Culture. Presentations on the Collins Park Rotunda MB Classical Music
Festival were presented and discussed.
FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
The Arts & Culture bonds will be sold in late July, which will allow the program to commence in August. A
total of 47 projects and subprojects are included in the Arts & Culture bond.
Once the bonds are issued and those projects commence, t he Committee will review project timelines and
expenditures, cashflow projections, as well as discuss budget shortfalls and solutions concurrently with 2018
G.O. Bond projects.
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The following projects from the 2018 G.O. Bond are anticipated to commence construction in 2023:
• Bayshore Park
• 23rd Street Bike Lanes
• 5th Street Pedestrian Bridge
• Police Headquarters
• Soundscape Storage
• North Shore Playground
ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
The 2018 G.O. Bond Program has completed 11 of its 43 Tranche 1 projects. 43 of the 88 total Tranche 1
subprojects have been completed. The following are current accomplishments:
1. A groundbreaking ceremony was held on April 4th at Maurice Gibb Park to celebrate the commencement
of construction.
2. A ribbon cutting ceremony was held on May 19th at Brittany Bay Park to celebrate the reopening of the
park and the completion of the seawall.
3. 1,927 Florida friendly & native trees have been planted to date.
4. 39.3 miles of roadway have been repaved across the city.
5. 610,000 square footage of sidewalk have been replaced across the city.
6. Construction on Security Bollards in 3 locations, Maurice Gibb Park, Above Ground Improvements in
Indian Creek, and the installation of cameras along Collins Avenue and Washington Avenue have
commenced.
7. Sub-project North Shore Playground & Reforestation moved from the Planning Phase to Design.
8. Middle Beach Beachwalk PH3, North Beach Oceanside Beachwalk, Marjory Stoneman Douglas
Playground & Sidewalks are all closed out.
9. From February 1 to June 28, the City Commission has approved resolutions which have allowed the
following projects to advance: 72nd Street Aquatic Center, Fire Station No. 1, Police Headquarters, and
the Flamingo Park Master Plan.
The following actions and accomplishments have advanced the Arts & Culture Bond Program and projects:
1. On February 1st, the City Commission approved a resolution approving the Administration’s
recommendation to appropriate up to $1,500,000 for the Collins Park Performing Arts Venue (Rotunda)
project.
2. On February 22nd, the City Commission approved a resolution approving the acquisition of projection
mapping projectors and production equipment for the Miami Beach Classical Music Festival.
3. On March 27th, the City Commission approved a resolution approving form of Grant Agreements to be
executed by organizations receiving grant awards.
4. On April 28th, the City Commission approved a resolution accepting the recommendations of FERC for
Tranche 1 of the Arts & Culture G.O. Bond to not exceed the amount of $101,700,000, Revisions to the
form of Grant Agreement to be executed by organization in relation to the G.O. Bond for Arts & Culture,
and the Additional Public Benefits proffered by each of the cultural organizations in relation to the G.O.
Bond for Arts & Culture. A presentation from the Friends of the Byron was also discussed.
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5. On May 17th, the City Commission held a first reading public hearing to adopt a bond sale resolution for
Tranche 1 in the amount not to exceed $101,700,000.
6. On June 28th, the City Commission held a second reading public hearing adopting a bond sale resolution
for Tranche 1 in the amount not to exceed $101,700,000, thereby paving the way for the bonds to be
sold in mid-July and a subsequent closing to occur late July. In addition, the Commission also approved
Additional Grant Awards for the G.O. Bond for Arts & Culture and approved a recommendation to
document the Arts & Culture G.O. Bond with video.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
Health Advisory Committee
CHAIRPERSON:
Martha Baker
CITY LIAISON:
Marc Chevalier
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD:
4
ACTIVITY:
• Dr. Aimee Kamat expanded upon her utilization of Ultrasound Guided Hydro Dissection,
delving into the intricate specifics of the procedure itself, as well as its accompanying
benefits. Distinguished from PRP injections, this technique involves injecting substances into
an exceedingly superficial layer of connective tissue, positioned 3cm beneath the skin. Dr.
Kamat clarified that numerous patients seek this intervention as a final recourse, preceding
more invasive surgical interventions, such as laminectomies, fusions, or total hip
arthroplasties. Under the guidance of ultrasound, this procedure entails the delicate insertion
of a small needle to execute a hydro dissection within the superficial connective tissue. The
employed elements encompass a placental protein in conjunction with a particular type of
intravenous fluid. Remarkably, there is no period of convalescence or waiting time, permitting
patients to resume their occupational endeavors expeditiously.
• The Fire Department has consistently provided the Committee quarterly updates
illuminating the state of drug overdoses in Miami Beach. This issue tends to be more
common amongst visitors rather than those who call Miami Beach home. The Committee
will continue to receive updates and statistics throughout the year.
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FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
The Committee shall continue discussions on how to aid the City while reaffirming their accessibility
for guidance pertaining to health and medical concerns.
The Fire Department liaison will continue providing consistent updates concerning drug overdose
incidents within the City.
Committee Liaison, Marc Chevalier, has been in communication with Dr. Mario Stevenson, who is
affiliated with the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine AIDS program. He has been invited
to speak to the Committee on the recent increase in AIDS. We hope to schedule him in the
upcoming months.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
Health Facilities Authority Board
CHAIRPERSON:
Arthur Unger
CITY LIAISON:
Jason Greene
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD:
None to date
ACTIVITY:
No activity
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Meetings are held on an as needed basis. No meetings are scheduled at this time.
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ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
N/A
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
HISPANIC AFFAIRS COMMITTEE
CHAIRPERSON:
ROSARY PLANA FALERO
CITY LIAISON:
LEONOR HERNANDEZ
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD:
5
ACTIVITY:
Jose Marti Event – Collins Park
January 26, 2023, 10 am
Wreath Laying – Successful and well-attended event
Benito Juarez Unveiling Event – Collins Park
June 12, 2023, 6 pm
Unveiling of Bust and Wreath Laying Ceremony
Successful and well-attended event
(Invitations and Programs attached)
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FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
Simon Bolivar y Las Americas Day Celebration
July 20, 2023 10 a.m.
Tribute to Bolivia
Collins Park by Simon Bolivar Document
September 15 – October 15, 2022
Hispanic Heritage Month Activities:
VIP Honorees Reception and Hispanic Heritage Awards Ceremony, Hispanic Heritage Festival and
Concert (Concert scheduled for Sept. 16, 2023—Save the date attached
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ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
Continued to expand Hispanic Awareness in the City of Miami Beach in an effort to improve the
quality of life of the Hispanic population in the City.
LTCs attached:
Placement of State of Florida Historical Marker in Collins Park Neighborhood in Honor or Desi
Arnaz.
Historical archive interview segment for an MBTV 77 Segment to be aired on MBTV 77 during
Hispanic Heritage Month 2023.
Miami Beach First Generation Scholarship Program—Supported by HAC.
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City of Miami Beach, 1700 Convention Center Drive, Miami Beach, FL 33139 www.miamibeachfl.gov COMMITTEE LIAISON, Leonor Hernandez E-mail: leonorhernandez@miamibeachfl.gov HISPANIC AFFAIRS COMMITTEE
General Board Schedule Meetings
Second Thursday of each month at 6:00PM
2nd Floor – Building Department Large Conference Room
(unless otherwise agreed to)
Meetings will be in person with Teams option for those unable to attend
Members are encouraged to attend in person.
January 12, 2023
February 9, 2023
March 16, 2023
April 13, 2023
May 11, 2023
June 1, 2023 -- Cancelled
July 13, 2023
August 10, 2023
September 14, 2023
October 12, 2023
November 9, 2023
December 12, 2023
(2nd Tuesday of December)
MIAMI BEACH
Mayor
Dan Gelber
Commissioners
Ricky Arriola
Laura Dominguez
Alex Fernandez
Kristen Rosen Gonzalez
Steven Meiner
David Richardson
City Manager
Alina T. Hudak
Deputy City Manager
Eric Carpenter
City Attorney
Rafael Paz
City Clerk
Rafael Granado
Assistant City Manager
Mark Taxis
Parks & Recreation
Director
John Rebar
Parks & Recreation
Assistant Director
Cindy Casanova
Jose Del Risco
Hispanic Affairs
Committee
Gabriel J. Paez , Chair
Atiosis Blanco
Gustavo Briand
Carmen Datorre
Liliana Martinez
Rosary Plana Falero
City Liaison
Leonor Hernandez
For alternate format or ADA accommodations, please call
305.604.2489 and select 1 for English or 2 for Spanish, then
option 6; TTY users may call via 7 11 (Florida Relay Service).
BENITO JUAREZ
BUST UNVEILING
Join the City of Miami Beach in accepting a
Benito Juarez bust from the Consulate General
of Mexico in Miami, in collaboration with the
Hispanic Affairs Committee.
MONDAY, JUNE 121 6PM
Collins Park, 2100 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach, FL
MIAMI BEACH
Mayor
Dan G elber
Commissioners
Ri cky Arriola
Laura Dominguez
Alex Fernandez
Kristen Rosen G onzalez
Steven Meiner
David Ri chard son
City Manager
Alina T. Hudak
Deputy City Manager
Eri c Carpenter
City Attorney
Rafael Paz
City Clerk
Rafael Granado
Assistant City Manager
Mark Ta xis
Ri ckelle Williams
Parks & Recreation Director
John Rebar
Parks & Recreation
Assistant Director
Cindy Ca sanova
Jose Del Ri sco
Hispanic Affairs
Committee
Rosary Plana Falero , Chair
Carmen Datorre , Vice-Chair
Atiosis Blan co
Gustavo Briand
Julian Linares
Elba Machado
Liliana Martinez
City Liaison
Leonor Hernandez
For alternate format or ADA accommodations, please call 305.604.2489
(voice),selectl(English)or2(Spanish)andpressoption6toleovea
messoge.TTYusersmoycallvia7ll (FloridaRelayService).
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BENITO JUAREZ
BUST UNVEILING
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Opening APERTURA
Mayor Dan Gelber & Commissioners
Hispanic Affairs Committee
Masters of Ceremony MAESTROS DE CEREMONIA
Andrea Bazarte , "Uni ve rsal Hi span o-Am eri ca n" Beauty Qu ee n
Mauricio Foul Ion , Actor and Television Hos t
National Anthem HIMNO NACIONAL
Major Daniel Morgalo, Miami Beach Poli ce Departm ent
Mexican National Anthem
HIMNO NACIONAL DE MEXICO
Oscar Bedoya , Maria chi "Sol de Oro "
Miami Beach Police & Fire Honor Guard
Special Guests INVITADos ESPECIALES
Roberto Velasco Alvarez , Chi ef Offic er for North Am erica ,
Mexican Mini stry of for eign Relati ons
Ximena Escobedo Juarez , General Direc tor of Politi ca l Affairs
of th e Mexica n Mini stry of for eign Relati ons
Jonathan Chait Auerbach , Consul General of Mexico in Miami
Saymi Adriana Pineda Velasco , Secreta ry of Touri sm of
th e State of Oa xaca
Proclamations PROCLAMAS
Commissioner Eileen Higgins, Miami-Dad e County
Commissioner Alex Fernandez , Miami Beach
Special Performance PRESENTAc16N ESPECIAL
Mariachi "Sol de Oro"
Wreath Laying Ceremony
CEREMONIA DE COLOCACION DE LA CORONA
Mayor Dan Gelber & Commissioners
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OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK
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060-2023
LETTER TO COMMISSION
TO:
FROM:
DATE:
Honorable Mayor Dan Gelber and Members of the City Commission
Rafael E. Granado, City Clerk~
February 8, 2023 /
SUBJECT: HISPANIC AFFAIRS COMMITTEE MOTION
Placement of State of Florida Historical Marker in Collins Park Neighborhood in
Honor of Desi Arnaz
The purpose of this Letter to Commission (L TC) is to inform the Mayor and City Commission
of the following Motion passed by the Hispanic Affair Committee at their January 12, 2023
meeting after a presentation made by Ms. Deborah Tackett, Historic Preservation &
Architecture Officer -Planning and Zon ing Department reference the Placement of a State of
Florida Historical Marker in the Collins Park Neighborhood in honor of Desi Arnaz. (See
Memorandum attached).
Members present:
Gabriel Paez, Rosary Plana Falero, Liliana Martinez, Carmen Datorre, Gustavo Briand, and
Atiosis Blanco
Members absent:
None
Staff Present:
Leonor Hernandez, Committee Liaison
MOTION:
Motion to recommend in favor of placing the marker within the Collins Park Neighborhood.
Further, that the marker be placed within the Liberty Avenue pedestrian plaza as the first
preference subject to the final review of the State of Florida, with the second preference being
the northwest corner of Collins Park. The Committee also recommended that text of the
marker be refined to include a more site-specific reference.
Motion made by: Carmen Datorre
Motion seconded by: Rosary Plana Falero
Unanimously approved by all members present.
cc: Marcia Monserrat
Members of the Hispanic Affairs Committee
REG/lh
MIAMI BEACH
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
Memorandum
TO : Chairperson and Members
Hispanic Affairs Committee
FROM: Deborah Tackett
Historic Preservation & Architecture Officer
DATE : January 12, 2023
SUBJECT: Discussion : Placement of State of Florida Historical Marker in Collins Park
Neighborhood in honor of Desi Arnaz
HISTORY
On September 14, 2022, at the request of Commissioner Alex Fernandez, the City Commission
referred the discussion item to the Public Safety and Neighborhood Quality of Life Committee
(Item C4 M). On October 19, 2022, the discussion was deferred to the November 30, 2022
meeting.
At the November 30 PSNQLC meeting, this item was discussed and concluded, and sent to the
full City Commission. The Administration was directed to conduct outreach to the following
organizations, and provide a recommendation to the City Commission on a location for the
proposed historic marker in the Collins Park area :
1. Miami City Ballet
2. Bass Museum
3. Hispanic Affairs Committee
4. Collins Park Neighborhood Association
BACKGROUND
Desi Arnaz was born Desiderio Alberto Arnaz y de Acha on March 2, 1917, in Santiago, Cuba .
His father was a prominent physician, a wealthy landowner, and a popular senator. Batista's
Cuban Revolution forced Desi and his father to flee to Miami (his mother would arrive later) where
the penniless 17-year-old arrived unable to truly speak, read, or understand English. Remarkably,
despite their reversal of fortune, neither he nor his father gave up hope . For Desi, that meant
cleaning canary cages for 25 cents each, helping his dad lay tile in Miami Beach homes, and
struggling to save money by sleeping on cots shoved in the back of a warehouse on SW Third
Avenue. A family friend and fellow refugee helped Desi enroll at St. Patrick Catholic School. Over
time, he improved his English, learned guitar and the conga drum, and assimilated into his
adopted home.
In 1937, Arnaz met Bobby Kelly, son of entrepreneurial restaurateur 'Mother' Kelly, who was then
opening a 200-seat nightclub as an addition to the Park Avenue Restaurant. Promising Kelly an
orchestra, Desi was hired for a two-week engagement. At the nightclub's December 30, 1937
premiere, the 20-year-old had been so desperate for work he didn't reveal his orchestra was really
just a handful of musicians who couldn't play the Latin rhythms Arnaz had promised.
Remembering his childhood in Santiago where a hypnotic rhythm was played at city-wide parties
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that stretched from dusk to dawn, Arnaz quickly taught the musicians to play a cadence of 'One-
two-three-KICK!' Arnaz beat his conga drum in time, shouted to the audience to follow him and
above this primal rhythm he proceeded to dance everyone around the bar, out the door, around
the block and back into the nightclub. What Arnaz called his 'Dance of Desperation' launched 'The
Conga Craze' in America. Even more significantly, the ensuing publicity raised his profile and led
him first to Broadway and then to Hollywood where he met the love of his life, Lucille Ball with the
two becoming the proud parents of Lucie Arnaz and Desi Arnaz, Jr., to his own orchestra, the
production and ownership of 'I Love Lucy', and the couples' purchase of RKO Studios.
ANALYSIS
The proposal to introduce a State of Florida Historical Marker was spearheaded by Gary
McKechnie, a resident of Mount Dora, Florida. Mr. McKechnie learned of the incredible
accomplishments of Desi Arnaz and submitted a nomination to the State of Florida for a historical
marker honoring the entertainer. On May 24, 2022, the State of Florida Historical Marker Council
met in Tallahassee and unanimously approved the nomination .
While the location of Mr. Arnaz's performances was initially believed to be at the Park Central
Hotel on Ocean Drive as referenced in Mr. Anaz's memoir, A Book, by Desi Arnaz, after further
research it has been concluded that the actual location of the nightclub was at 339 22 nd Street
(the former Park Avenue Restaurant), the current site of the Miami City Ballet. A copy of the
original building permit card for 339 22 nd Street and a Miami Herald advertisement for the La
Conga nightclub are attached, for informational purposes.
Given the documentation identifying the intersection of Park Avenue and 22 Street as the site of
La Conga nightclub, the most appropriate location for the marker would be somewhere in the
Collins Park Neighborhood near the Miami City Ballet building. The Administration has identified
two possible areas for the installation of the plaque, as noted on the attached map , and
summarized hereto :
Option One -Collins Park
Option one would be to introduce the marker within the green space at the northwest corner of
Collins Park adjacent to the south side of 22 Street. This location is closest to the former La
Conga nightclub and installation would not require the removal of any paved areas.
Option Two -Liberty Avenue Plaza
Option two is within the Liberty Avenue pedestrian plaza adjacent to the north side of 22 Street.
This location will likely have a much higher volume of pedestrian activity, allowing for more public
appreciation. However, it may require the removal or modification of paved areas.
The Administration's preferred location is Option Two which will afford a greater public benefit. As
the final location is subject to the approval of the State, the Administration would recommend the
Commission also endorse Option One as an alternate location in the event the State does not
approve the marker to be placed within the Liberty Avenue plaza.
Each marker is made of cast aluminum with a black background and white lettering, as well as a
white Florida Heritage emblem. The markers come with a 7'-0" concrete post and have a text
area of 30" by 42".
The verbiage previously approved by the State of Florida Historic Marker Council is as follows:
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Desiderio Alberto Arnaz y de Acha was born into wealth and privilege in Santiago, Cuba. After
the Cuban Revolution of 1933 forced his family to flee to Miami, the teenage refugee lived in a
pest-ridden warehouse and earned spare change cleaning birdcages -not knowing he would one
day transform American entertainment. A turning point came at the Park Avenue nightclub in 1937
when the young bandleader realized the Latin music he knew was foreign to his pickup band.
Arnaz saved the show by beating out a tempo on his conga drum. When the band joined in, the
mesmerized audience followed Arnaz as he danced them outside and through these streets. What
Arnaz called his "Dance of Desperation" launched the "Conga Craze" in America. His endless
talent and determination led him first to Broadway and then Hollywood where he met the love of
his life, Lucille Ball. Married in 1940, they would have two children, create Desilu Productions,
achieve stardom with I Love Lucy, and purchase RKO Studios. On a 1954 TV special honoring
the couple, Arnaz reflected "From cleaning canary cages to this night. .. I don't think there's any
other country in the world that can give you that opportunity. I want to say thank you. Thank you,
America."
The proposal also includes the above verbiage translated into Spanish for one side of the marker.
Pursuant to Section 82 -504 of the City Code concerning monuments and memorials, the City
Commission is required to hold a public hearing prior to final approval of the commemorative
plaque . The proposal for a commemorative plaque must be transmitted to the City Commission
with an accompanying written analysis prepared by the City Administration.
At the close of the City Commission public hearing, the approval of the proposal requires a 5/7
vote. Unless expressly provided otherwise in the City Commission Resolution approving the
historical marker, the approval shall establish the presumption that the City shall assume the costs
associated with the ongoing maintenance of the approved marker.
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MIAMI BEACH
OFFICE OF THE CITY MANAGER
NO. LTC# LETTER TO COMMISSION
To:
From:
Date:
Honorable Mayor Dan Gelb~ ~mbers of the City Commission
Alina T. Hudak, City Manag[JA r\ \
April 1 7, 2023
Subject: Miami Beach First Generation Scholarship Program
The purpose of this Letter to Commission is to update you on the status of the City 's First-
Generation Scholarship Program for Miami Beach residents attending Florida International
University (FIU).
This new innovative scholarship program resulted in 44 Miami Beach residents attending FIU
in the 2022-23 school year receiving a need-based scholarship of $2,386.36 . Funding for this
program is provided through a partnership between the City of Miami Beach, Miami Beach
Police Ath letic League , and the Miami Beach Chamber Education Foundation contributing
$35,000, as well as 2: 1 matching funds from the state at $70,000 under the Fl U First Generation
Scholarship Program. Total funds available in 2022-23 were $105,000.
In addition to being a Miami Beach resident and FIU student , recipients of the Miami Beach
scholarship program must qualify for financial aid through the Federal Pell Grant Program,
which provides need-based grants to low income undergraduate and certain post-baccalaureate
students .
As of April 12 th , all funds from the state match allocation have been exhausted . Florida
International University will work with the City of Miami Beach to help obtain the 2: 1 matching
funds from donors to ensure the partnership with Miami Beach and FIU continues strong for the
coming years .
For more information on city educational programs supporting youth in Miami Beach, visit
www.miamibeachfl.gov/city-hall/education/.
We will continue to support our vision of being a prosperous city with a special flavor of arts,
culture, education , and business with management objectives of being known for (K-12)
educational excellence. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Dr . Leslie
Rosenfeld , Chief Education Officer.
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MIAMI BEACH
NO. LTC# 251-2023 LETTER TO COMMISSION
TO: Honorable Mayor Dan Gelber and :::,.7 of the City Commission
Rafael E. Granado, City Clerk / ~ f FROM:
DATE: May 31, 2023
SUBJECT: HISPANIC AFFAIRS COMMITTEE MOTION
The purpose of this Letter to Commission (L TC} is to inform the Mayor and City
Commission of the following Motion passed by the Hispanic Affair Committee at their May
11, 2023 meeting:
Members present:
Rosary Plana Falero, Carmen Datorre, Liliana Martinez, Gustavo Briand, Elba Machado,
and Julian Linares
Members absent:
Atiosis Blanco
Staff Present: Leonor Hernandez, Commission Liaison
MOTION:
Motion urging the City Commission to direct the City Administration to produce and record
a historical archive interview segment for an MBTV 77 Segment to be aired on MBTV 77
during Hispanic Heritage Month 2023. The Committee recommends any of the following
persons:
Luis Fuente -Founder/Owner of Cafe Avanti
Ceci Velasco
Gloria and Em ilio Estefan
Motion made by Julian Linares
Motion seconded by Gustavo Briand
Motion unanimously approved by all members present
cc: Members of the Hispanic Affairs Committee
REG/lh
We are committed to providing excellent public service and safety to all who live, work and play in our vibrant, tropical, historic community.
MIAMIBEACH
Hispanic Heritage Month Award Recipients 2002-2021
2002
Jorge M Gonzalez
David de la Espriella
Victor Diaz
2003
Eva Barreto
Liliam Lopez
Tanya Ludwig
2004
Raymond Adrian
Alfredo Gonzalez
Aida Marrero
Jorge Martinez
2005
Luis Alsina
Frank Carollo
Lupe Diaz
Marie Towers
2006
Maritza Ejenbaum
Michael Gongora
Daniel Morgalo
Kelly Villoch
2007
Kathy Abbate
Julio Blanco
Romero Britto
Nathalia Ramos
Dr. Karmenchu Santana-
Vega
Diana Susi
2008
Goldie James Maldonado
Magaly Madrid
Rafael Oviedo
Daniel Veitia 2009
Armando Hernandez
Gabriel Paez
Howard Kaufman
Ines Flax
Pedro Martinez
2010
Elsa Urquiza
Luis Hernandez
Maria Acosta
Margarita Cepeda
Fernando Cid de Diego
2011
Ana Bolt
Becky Cohen
German Pena
Magnolia Martinez
Susan Riener
2012
Mark Causey
Bryant Del Toro
Adrian Gonzalez
(withdrew)
Samuel Karkassoni
Richard Martinez
Mara Mignardi
Bea Pernia
2013
Tanya Diaz
Joe Gato
Karpawich Family
David King
Jose Rafael Martinez
Herb Sosa
2014
Jessica Fuentes
Alejandro Llaneras
Lourdes Lopez
Willie Priegues
Carlos Rodriguez
2015
Jorge Garcia
Jorge Garcia
Leonor Hernandez
Alexandra Oliva
Margueritte Ramos
Lawrence Rodriguez
2016
Elaine Soffer Siegel
Matti Herrera Bower
Gustavo Briand
Sylvia Carro
Zorilien Riveron
Juan Sanchez
Enrique Doce
Adonis Garcia
Unidad
The Miami Herald/El
Nuevo Herald and
Executive Team
2017
Dr. Rosa Lemas
Chief Virgil Fernandez
MBFD
Kevin Cobas
Melina Almodovar
Sammy Gonzalez
Lisett Fernandez-Montero
Officer Mariana Garcia
MBPD
Ayuda, Inc.
2018
Victor Pulido
Rudy Perez
Michelle Viera Henson
MBFD
Ernesto Rodriguez MBPD
Marisela Silva Ramirez
Miguell del Campillo
Arnold Paisero
Dr. Ana Garoz – Ojunian
Arturo Fernandez
F1rst Surf Shop
We are committed to providing excellent public service and safety to all who live, work and play in our vibrant, tropical, historic community.
2019
Reina Roffe
Marina Font
Havana 1957
Café Avanti
Felix Quesada
Iglesia Bautista El Poder
De Dios
Sargent Jair Armatrading
(MBPD)
Joh Paul Mejia
2020
Jorge Mazon
Michel Hausmann &
Miami New Drama
Ricardo Barboza & Snack
Paola Serrano
Alejandro “Alex”
Fernandez
Carolina Cuadros
Officer Eric Dominguez
(MBPD)
Abbott Florist
L’Artisane Creative Bakery
2021
Koren E. Illa
Ceci Velasco
Chef Jesus Paredes
Judith M. Sanchez-
Lamothe
Julio Echemendia
Dr. Raul J. Moncarz
Alina T. Hudak
Sgt. Eduardo "Eddie"
Perez
Juan "JC" Pedroso
Deputy Fire Chief Digna
Abello
Valerie Navarrete
Oh Mexico Restaurant
Moises Bakery
2022
Monica Torres
Silvia Parra
Karem Canonico
Alba Tarre
Daisy Tarafa
Enilda Thomas
Jamil Dib
Borinquen “Bo” Hall
Alberto Ravelo
Bella Cuba
Mark Samuelian
To request this material in alternate format, sign language interpreter (five-day notice required), information on access for persons with disabilities, and/or any accommodation to review any document or participate in
any city-sponsored proceedings, call 305.604.2489 and select 1 for English or 2 for Spanish, then option 6; TTY users may call via 711 (Florida Relay Service).
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MIAMI BEACH HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH AWARDS
2023 Nomination Form
During Hispanic Heritage Month, the Miami Beach Hispanic Affairs Committee will proudly
recognize with an award Hispanic individuals and a business, or business owner, from
qualified nominations for the categories listed below. Nominees must have contributed
positively to Miami Beach with outstanding record of service and/or achievement.
Deadline for submitting nominations is Friday, August 18th, 2023 at 5:00 p.m.
CATEGORIES (check one that applies/ seleccione la categoría correspondiente):
Criteria and Rules: Nominations must describe why the nominee merits an award. Failure to submit details
will result in disqualification. / Describa los méritos de la persona o negocio nominado, de lo contrario será
descalificado.
Individual: The individual must be of Hispanic origin; must currently live or work in Miami Beach;
and must have contributed positively to Miami Beach in the categories listed above. No elected
official, staff who works in an elected official's office or political candidates can be considered.
La persona nominada debe ser de origen hispano; residir o trabajar en Miami Beach y haber
contribuido positivamente a la comunidad de Miami Beach. Oficiales electos, personal de
funcionarios electos o candidatos políticos no son elegibles.
Business: The business must be located in Miami Beach; must have contributed positively to
Miami Beach’s economy, be well regarded and in good standing. Must be at least 51% Hispanic
owned.
Empresario(a) o negocio nominado debe: radicar en Miami Beach y con un 51% de propiedad
hispana; tener vigencia y buena reputación empresarial/profesional.
Nominee's name:
Address:
Phone #: E-mail:
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Your full name:
Your address:
Your phone number: Your E-mail:
Favor de enviar por correo antes del 18 de agosto / Please mail nomination before August 18th to:
Leonor Hernandez, Hispanic Affairs Committee Liaison, City of Miami Beach
1700 Convention Center Drive, Miami Beach Fl 33139
By E-mail: leonorhernandez@miamibeachfl.gov
INDIVIDUAL Educator Public Safety Personnel Social Service Provider Artist Youth under 18 involved in community service Adult contributing to success of youth Any Hispanic community member
BUSINESS
Business, Business Owner, or key employee of a qualified business (Must be 51%+ Hispanic owned)
2
Questionnaire/ Cuestionario - Please write brief, concise answers / Favor describa con brevedad.
1. How long has the person lived in Miami Beach, or where is he/she working? For a business: How
long and where has the business been established in Miami Beach?
¿Hace cuánto tiempo reside o dónde en Miami Beach trabaja la persona nominada?
Negocios: ¿Cúanto tiempo tiene de establecido el negocio en Miami Beach?
2. What is the nominee’s occupation? For a business: What is the service provided by the business?
¿Cúal es Ia ocupación de la persona nominada? Negocios: ¿Cúal es el servicio del negocio ó la empresa
nominada?
3. Briefly state what the individual or business has accomplished to merit this award and their
contribution to Miami Beach. ¿Cúales son los logros o triunfos que ameritan reconocer a la persona
o la empresa nominada, y cómo ha contribuido a Miami Beach? Why is this nominee a role model
for the Miami Beach Hispanic community? ¿Por qué debe considerarse esta persona o negocio
como un ejemplo a seguir y admirar en la comunidad hispana de Miami Beach?
BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI-ANUAL REPORT FORM - HPB
BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: HISTORIC PRESERVATION BOARD
CHAIRPERSON: RICARDO LOPEZ
CITY LIAISON: DEBORAH TACKETT
DATE OF REPORT: JAN 2023 – JUN 2023
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD DURING THIS REPORTING PERIOD: 6
Meeting
Date
Agenda
Items Approved Denied Discussed Continued Withdrawn No Action Moved Other
JAN 6 6 1 1 1
FEB 7 5 2 1
MAR 12 6 1 5 1 2
APR 8 6 1 2
MAY 8 6 1 1
JUN 7 3 3 1
TOTAL 48 32 2 9 8 1 1 1 2
NM: No Meeting
Note: Some totals may not match due to some items being removed from the agenda at the last minute, items that are partially
approved and continued.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
Human Rights Committee
CHAIRPERSON:
Amanda Knapp
CITY LIAISON:
Lidyce Grana
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD:
January 2023 – June 2023 4 Meetings
ACTIVITY:
• Human Rights Awareness
• New Chair appointed – Amanda Knapp
• YouTube Video published - Human Rights Expo December 11, 2022
• World Ocean Day – June 8, 2023
• Nelson Mandela Day – June 28, 2023
• Exploring new ways to create awareness and provide community outreach
FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
• New focus on LGBTQI initiatives
• Continue to provide community outreach/education on Human Rights issues such as human
trafficking, LGBT, immigrants (sanctuary cities), homeless, and charities.
• Annual Human Rights Expo
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ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
• World Ocean Day – June 8, 2023
• Nelson Mandela Day – June 28, 2023
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
Marine And Waterfront Protection Authority
CHAIRPERSONS:
Ben Mostkoff, Chairman
Dave Doebler, Vice Chairman
CITY LIAISONS:
Tasha Byars,
with the support of: Shanique Pinnock
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD:
11 meetings / year
Meetings are held on the second Tuesday of every month,
with the exception of August. No meeting in August.
ACTIVITY: Implement the provisions and responsibilities of Section 2-190.46 of the Code of the
City of Miami Beach which created and established the City’s Marine and Waterfront Protection
Authority, as set forth below:
DIVISION 21. - MARINE AND WATERFRONT PROTECTION AUTHORITY
Sec. 2-190.46. - Created.
The city's marine and waterfront protection authority is hereby created and established. Powers,
duties, composition and attendance requirements of the authority are set out specifically in this
division.
(Code 1964, § 7-17; Ord. No. 97-3086, § 3(7-17), 7-2-97; Ord. No. 2014-3841, § 1.10, 2-12-14)
Sec. 2-190.47. - Established; purpose.
(a) There is hereby established the marine and waterfront protection authority, whose purposes,
power and duties, composition, membership qualification and general governing regulations
are as set forth in this section and section 2-190.49.
(b) The supporting department of the authority is the code enforcement department.
(Ord. No. 97-3086, §§ 2.15.1, 2.15.2, 7-2-97; Ord. No. 2014-3841, § 1.10, 2-12-14)
Sec. 2-190.48. - Membership.
(a) Composition. The authority shall consist of 14 voting members, with the mayor and city
commissioners each having two direct appointments.
(b) Knowledge and experience. Appointments to the authority shall consist of a combination of
individuals who have had previous experience in the:
1. Operation or inspection of marine facilities, including experience in various types of marine
vessels and boating activities, and/or
2. Who have an interest in preservation of the city's beaches and waterfronts.
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The members of the authority shall have the right and duty to consult with any member of the city
administration for technical or other information pertaining to the matters before them.
(Ord. No. 97-3086, §§ 2.15.4, 2.15.5, 7-2-97; Ord. No. 2000-3245, § 1, 5-24-00, Ord. No. 2014-
3841, § 1.10, 2-12-14)
Sec. 2-190.49. - Powers and duties.
The powers and duties of the authority are to:
(1) Make periodic reports and advisory non-binding recommendations to the city manager or the
city commission for the improvement of standards for the city in marine-related matters to
promote and maintain a safe clean and healthy marine environment to be enjoyed by the city's
residents and visitors. This shall include working in cooperation with federal, state and local
agencies interested in marine standards and clean and clear waterways; and to publicizing the
importance of adequate standards; and holding and conducting public hearings, discussions,
forums and institutes to arrange programs for the presentation of information by experts in related
fields.
(2) Foster and maintain a clean, litter-free marine environment by exploring the availability of
enforcement techniques, new ordinances, and the active promotion of voluntary cleanups.
(3) Make recommendations regarding any ongoing and future waterside activities including the
permitting and policing of water-related and beach concessions, water-oriented and marine-
related special events, and marine and waterfront environmental issues.
(4) The investigation, development, and carrying out of plans for the preservation and
renourishment of the beaches in the city, including, but not limited to, erosion control.
(5) To foster and maintain a clean, safe, and litter-free beach environment by exploring the
availability of enforcement techniques, programs, or new legislation to accomplish these goals.
(6) The encouragement of a desire in the citizenry and visitors to the city to maintain and preserve
the city's beaches.
(7) The recommendation of plans to the city manager, city commission, as well as to other local,
state, and federal governmental agencies, for the preservation and nourishment of the city's
beaches.
(8) The authority's power of review and recommendation set forth hereinabove shall apply as well
to such matters concerning maintenance of city boardwalks, beachwalks, cutwalk and baywalks.
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FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
Meetings will continue to include the following ongoing discussions and agenda items:
✓ Monthly report by Police Department with focus on beach/boardwalk related crime,
enforcement, special events (such as Spring Break) and manpower/patrol issues.
✓ Monthly report by Marine Patrol with focus on boating congestion issues, crime and noise
enforcement, Monument Island attractive nuisance issues, jet ski operations, boating
safety, derelict vessel inventory/funding and manpower/patrol issues.
✓ Monthly report by Park Rangers with focus on beach/boardwalk related crime,
enforcement, special events, Government Cut fishing pier / Maurice Gibb Park boat ramp
and manpower/patrol issues.
✓ Monthly beach report by Marcella Paz Cohen aka “M” (volunteer citizen advisor to Board)
on all things happening on the beach and boardwalk including feedback on special events
and cleanup thereafter, public safety issues, illegal vendor sightings, seaweed nuisance,
and lifeguard operations/equipment needs.
✓ Reports by Environment & Sustainability staff on GOB projects such as living seawalls,
canal dredging, the proposed mooring field, also: stormwater discharge, water quality,
beach renourishment, enforcement signage, seagrass mitigation and artificial reefs.
✓ Review of applications seeking BTR approval for one or more charter boat vessels. The
Board requests that applicants provide information on environmental awareness and best
management practices, vessel operational speed, proposed vessel routes, music/noise
awareness, vessel dockage location(s) and past or pending code enforcement violations.
✓ Management of the attractive nuisance that Monument Island represents to immediately
adjacent home owners and residents. Exploring means and methods of restricting or
eliminating access. Discussions include interaction with City Attorney’s Office,
Environmental staff, Code Enforcement and Police Department/Marine patrol.
✓ Implementation and prioritization of the Blueways Master Plan
✓ Factors contributing to the degradation of Biscayne Bay water quality, impacts on public
health and safety, resulting loss of seagrass and marine habitat and proposed methods to
make improvements.
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ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
✓Prepared and submitted LTC on proposed mooring field, (with supporting multiple
attachments), and operation thereof with emphasis on preventing sewage discharge into
the waters of Biscayne Bay from liveaboard vessels.
✓Prepared and submitted LTC on proposed procedures for annual renewal of charter boat
BTR with consideration of code violations
✓Prepared and submitted LTC on proposed trash collection for Monument Island
✓Prepared and submitted LTC on proposed considerations for issuance of Special Events
Permits.
✓Encourage public participation in monthly meetings, (which continue to be conducted via
Zoom), to discuss issues of public concern and for which the public seeks support from the
Board in an effort to resolve said issues, such as:
•Disruptive impacts to residents, living in close proximity to Miami Beach Marina,
related to charter boat operations at Miami Beach Marine as operated by Suntex
Marinas.
•City of Miami Beach storm water discharge into Biscayne Bay via pump stations not
equipped with injection wells and resulting degradation of Biscayne Bay water quality.
•Illegal / unlicensed jet ski and charter boat operations at locations throughout the
waterways contiguous to Miami Beach.
•Operation of resident-only parking and boat ramp at Maurice Gibb Memorial Park
and staffing at that location of Park Rangers.
✓Ongoing discussion of establishing goals and priorities for MWPA as submitted by and
voted on by Board members.
✓Reviewed and voted on numerous applications to establish new or expanded existing
charter boat businesses seeking a BTR, Board established questionnaire and guidelines
that each applicant must submit as part of the review and approval process.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
Mayor’s 41st Street Blue Ribbon Committee
CHAIRPERSON:
Yechiel Ciment
CITY LIAISON:
Diana Fontani Martinez
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD:
4
ACTIVITY:
January 12, 2023 Meeting
• Approval of December 8, 2022 minutes.
• The Committee received updates and discussed the following:
o Artisanal/Farmer’s Market - Tourism and Culture Department - The Committee was
informed that the 41st Street Artisanal/Farmer’s market, operated by Florida Fresh
Market, will be starting on February 12, 2023, from 12 noon - 6pm. The market will be
in P58, a city-owned parking lot between Royal Palm Avenue and Prairie Avenue.
o January 2023 Community Activation - Economic Development Department - The
Committee was informed that the Invitation to Quote (ITQ) for the Community
Activation at Muss Park closed on January 9, 2023. One proposal was received from
Babatunde Epoyun/Blue Purple Vail LLC. The submission proposed a youth music
talent and arts event at Muss Park. It could include musical perfo rmances and art
exhibitions by local youth across three (3) age groups. Local food vendors could be
invited to showcase their food. The total cost of the proposal was $24,000. The
Committee agreed to postpone the community activation because the advanced date
for the Artisanal/Farmer’s Market will satisfy efforts to engage the community on and
around 41st street with family friendly activities.
o Community Activation/Police Department Community Block Park Party - The
Committee was informed that, on Sunday, April 23, 2023, the Miami Beach Police
Department would host a community block party at Muss Park (originally scheduled
for February).
o 41st Street Business Improvement District (BID) Formation Update – Ira Giller, Chair
of the 41st Street BID Steering Committee, gave an update on the status of the BID
formation. The City Commission approved starting the process of the BID formation.
The BID Steering Committee is comprised of ten (10) of the largest
businesses/property owners on 41st Street.
o 41st Street Request for Letters of Interest (RFLI) for Mixed-Use Development on City-
Owned Parking Lots – Rickelle Williams gave an update on the RFLI and stated that
it was approved by the City Commission and is slated to be issued soon. The
Communications and Marketing Department will be promoting the RFLI.
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March 16, 2023 Meeting
• Approval of January 12, 2023 minutes.
• The Committee received updates and discussed the following:
o 41st Street Corridor Streetscape Project – The Committee received an update on
the project and consultants shared new images and compared the AECOM
proposed design and the Brooks + Scarpa proposed design.
o Artisanal/Farmer’s Market - Tourism and Culture Department – The Committee
was informed that the 41st Street Artisanal/Farmer’s market, operated by Florida
Fresh Market, was moved from P58, a city-owned parking lot between Royal
Palm Avenue and Prairie Avenue, to Henry Liebman Square. The Committee
expressed their disappointment with the 41st Street Farmer’s ma rket. The
Committee asked that Florida Fresh Market be present at the next meeting to
discuss the quality of vendors.
o Community Activation/Police Department Community Block Park Party - Sunday
April 23, 2023 - Police officers Deborah Martineau and Eliut Hazzi informed the
Committee that the Miami Beach Police Department Police Athletic League would
host a Community Block Party on April 23, 2023, on Prairie Avenue between 41st
and 42nd Streets. The Block Party will consist of music, food, guest appearances
from local radio stations, a kids’ zone, storytelling, yoga, Zumba, visits from your
Miami Beach Police Department K9 unit, SWAT, and Marine Patrol.
o Committee Projects and Other Updates.
A. Miami Beach IKE Presentation - Marissa Crudele and Anna Baerman, IKE
Smart City Kiosks (IKE), presented a proposal recommending where to locate
digital neighborhood kiosks in the 41st Street business corridor. IKE stated that
they have been procured by the City of Miami Beach to place digital kiosks
throughout the city and two (2) kiosks will be place on or about 41st Street. The
kiosks could provide a customized directory and map of the businesses and
amenities/programs in the community, peppered with paid advertising. The kiosks
must remain at least 250 feet from bus shelters and/or bus stops so as not to
compete with exiting advertising. IKE recommended the placement of the kiosks
on Indian Creek Drive just north of 41st Street, and on 41st Street on the SW
corner west of Royal Palm. IKE will make their recommendation to the City
Commission in April 2023 and sought the Committee’s feedback.
April 20, 2023 Meeting
• Approval of the March 16, 2023 minutes.
• The Committee received updates and discussed the following:
o Artisanal/Farmer’s Market - Tourism and Culture Department - Florida Fresh Market
(FFM) gave a 10-minute presentation regarding FFM markets in South Florida. The
owner informed the Committee that the 41st Street market was not successful at the
original parking lot location, and she thought it would improve when FFM moved next
to Henry Liebman Square, but unfortunately it did not improve. It was also determined
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that the current 41st Street market would pause until FFM has a new concept for the
41st Street community.
o Transportation Update - Transportation and Mobility Department –The Committee
was informed that the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) has concluded
that the second southbound lane to turn onto 41st Street coming from Indian Creek
Drive will be added again. In addition, Jose informed the Committee that FDOT has a
project nearby 41st Street that is in the ninety percent (90%) design phase. The
project was temporarily on hold to not affect the outcome of the traffic studies
referenced above. The project (commonly referred to as the southbound dual right
turn lanes at the intersection of Indian Creek Drive and 41 Street) will start
construction in a year and is anticipated to last ten (10) months. This is the long-term
solution and FDOT is not open to a short term solution. Discussions were held
regarding the negative impact of the traffic on 41st Street. The Committee asked Jose
what it would take for FDOT to prioritize this project and considered whether it may
take State representatives to prioritize the project.
o Update on Fountain in Henry Liebman Square - Facilities and Fleet Department - The
Committee was informed that the Facilities and Fleet Department have received
revised permit drawings from the architect of record and the plan is to release an
Invitation to Quote (ITQ) for Construction on or before 04/26/23.
o Status of 41st Street Request for Letters of Intere st (RFLI) for Mixed-Use
Development on City-Owned Parking Lots - Economic Development – The Committee
was informed that the RFLI is ready to be issued on Friday, April 21, 2023.
o Status of 41st Street Business Improvement District (BID) - Economic Development -
The Committee was informed that there are two (2) resolutions set to be considered
by the Commission on April 28, 2023, regarding the Memorandum of Understanding
with the City and the BID, and notification of BID elections.
June 8, 2023 Meeting
• Approval of the March 16, 2023 minutes.
• The Committee received updates and discussed the following:
o 41st Street Corridor Streetscape Project - Office of Capital Improvement Projects
(CIP) - The Committee received an update from the consultant as the plans are in
thirty percent (30%) design phase.
o Status of 41st Street RFLI for Mixed-Use Development on City-Owned Parking Lots -
Economic Development Department - The Committee was informed that the RFLI
deadline was the beginning of June.
o Status of 41st Street Business Improvement District (BID) - Economic Development
Department - The Committee was informed that the ballots went out to property
owners and the City Clerk will be receiving the ballots, once returned.
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FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
• Continue working with the 41st Street Business Improvement District (BID) Committee
regarding the formation of a BID within the 41st Street business corridor and eventually
establish a marketing/communications plan to promote 41st Street.
• Continue the “Show Love to 41st Street ” educational awareness campaign for 41st Street.
• Collaborate with the city on the 41st Street Mixed-Use Development on City-Owned
Property RFLI, as needed.
• Activate an Artisanal or Farmer’s Market on 41st Street.
• Collaborate with the city to address and mitigate traffic congestion, sanitation, and
safety/security issues.
• Collaborate with city to discuss, share and implement the 41st Street Corridor
Revitalization Project.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
• “Show Love to 41st Street” campaign that encourages business owners and their patrons to
be more proactive in cleaning their storefront, reporting issues and appreciating their
commercial corridor. Businesses are putting the flyers in their store windows and social
media to inspire and in solidarity to make 41st Street more attractive.
• Explored the revitalization and activation of Henry Liebman Square.
• Advocated the return of an artisanal or farmers market for 41st Street.
• Advocated for the removal of the homeless encampment under 41st Street Bridge.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
Miami Beach Commission for Women
CHAIRPERSON:
Dr. Lynette Long
CITY LIAISON:
Monica Matteo-Salinas
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD:
6
ACTIVITY:
Encouraged Members to submit Women applicants for the Miami Beach Hall of Fame.
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FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
Will work on supporting the safety of women in Miami Beach via workshops and seminars.
“Stop Human Trafficking” workshop in partnership with the Human Rights Committee to be held
on July 27th at 1pm.
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ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
Submitted five women applicants to the Miami Beach Hall of Fame. Three were nominated.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
Normandy Shores Gov. Neighborhood Improvement
CHAIRPERSON:
Diane Klein
CITY LIAISON:
Tameka Otto Stewart
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD:
2
ACTIVITY:
*There were no meetings held January-February, nor April-May 2023*
03/10/2023 Meeting Agenda:
Approve June 7, 2022 Meeting Minutes
Vote on a Chair and Vice-Chair
Status of current Projects
Preliminary Budget Projections
o FY 2023 Budget Update
o FY 2024 Budget Requests
Set Next Meeting Date
06/21/2023 Meeting Agenda:
Approve March 10, 2023 Meeting Minutes
Finalize FY 2024 Proposed Budget
FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
Set Millage rate based on July 1 Certified Taxable Values and finalize proposed budget
ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
The following was reviewed and discussed:
Vote for Chair and Vice-Chair:
By acclamation, Diane Klein, was elected as the Chair of the Normandy Shores Local Government
Neighborhood Improvement Board and Josh Goldstein as Vice-Chair by a vote of 3-0.
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Update on Projects
Giacomo Natteri, Administrative Officer, provided updates on the North Shore project.
Preliminary Budget Projections
Richard Ajami, Budget Officer, gave an overall update of the budget process, next steps and presented the FY
2024 Preliminary Budget. The following was reviewed and discussed:
Upcoming Preliminary 2022 Property Values – June 1, 2022
Available Fund Balance
Additional Items Discussed
Summary of items that were discussed and agreed to by the Office of Management and Budget (“OMB”),
Facilities and Fleet Management, and the Normandy Shores Local Government Neighborhood Improvement
District (“Normandy Shores”)
OMB to increase Gate Repairs from $29,500 to $35,000 based on prior year trends, plus $500 for
overall rounding of budget
Facilities and Fleet Management and Normandy Shores to meet to discuss anticipated future needs
and projects and circle back with OMB on any requests that should be included in Normandy
Shores’ budget for FY 2024
o In the interim, OMB to increase Transfer to Reserve from $0 to $10,000 and leave
recommended Renewal and Replacement Set-Aside for FY 2024 at $20,000 as a
placeholder
OMB to update recommendation for Security Guard Services, if necessary, once the applicable living
wage increases that may be proposed for FY 2024 are finalized
OMB to update recommendation for Internal Service - OIG, if necessary, once the FY 2024 OIG budget
and allocations are finalized
Facilities and Fleet Management to further research the restitution collection process with Risk
Management and inform Normandy Shores
OMB to provide updated budget summary based on recommended changes made during meeting
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Update on Projects
Giacomo Natteri, Administrative Officer, provided updates on projects in the district including the South
Entrance Gate Project.
Preliminary Budget Projections
Tameka Otto Stewart, OMB Director, gave an overall update of the budget process, next steps, and presented
the FY 2024 Preliminary budget. The following was reviewed and discussed:
Preliminary June 1, 2023 Property Values
Available Fund Balance
Surplus and Shortfalls
Other Business
Briefly Discussed the Ad Hoc Advisory Board Charter Review, advised Board Members of opportunity
to join and to please refer to the email sent by the City Clerk’s Office.
OMB will send updated spreadsheet based on updated property values.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME
AD HOC NORTH BEACH
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
ADVISORY COMMITTEE
CHAIRPERSON COMMISSIONER JOSE SMITH
CITY LIAISON DAVID MARTINEZ & RICKELLE WILLIAMS
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD 6
ACTIVITY
Purpose
The Ad Hoc North Beach Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) Advisory Committee was established
to provide advisory recommendations to the Administration and the City Commission, from a macro
perspective, regarding the North Beach CRA.
Powers and Duties
The primary duty of the Ad Hoc North Beach CRA Advisory Committee is to provide advisory
recommendations regarding the implementation of the Redevelopment Plan and public projects to be funded
by the North Beach CRA, including recommendations relative to the overall timing, cost efficiencies, and
prioritization of proposed public projects in the North Beach CRA.
Meeting #1
January 10, 2023
Meeting Agenda Items
1. Welcome and Attendance
2. Approval of December 13, 2022 Meeting Minutes
3. Election of Committee Chair Jose Smith and Vice Chair Betsy Perez
4. Update: North Beach CRA Office Ribbon Cutting
a. Luis Wong, Administrative Services Manager, Economic
Development Department
5. Update: Deauville Hotel
a. Dexter Peralta, Neighborhood Affairs Coordinator
6. Update: Ocean Terrace Project
a. Ric Dopico, Deputy City Attorney
b. David Martinez, Director, Office of Capital Improvement Projects
7. Discussion: Byron Carlyle Request for Letters of Interest (RFLI)
a. Elizabeth Miro, Assistant Director, Facilities and Fleet
Management Department
b. Frank Garcia, Facilities Management Division Director
8. Discussion: Vacant Storefront Registry Ordinance
a. Luis Wong, Administrative Services Manager, Economic
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9. Committee Member Comments
10. Public Comments
11. Adjournment
Key Motion
• To re-elect Jose Smith as Committee Chair and Betsy Perez as Vice
Chair in 2023.
Meeting #2
February 14, 2023
Meeting Agenda Items
1. Welcome and Attendance
2. Approval of January 10, 2023 Meeting Minutes
3. Introduction and Committee Greeting
a. Micky Steinberg, Miami-Dade County District 4 Commissioner
and CRA Board Member
4. Update: City Commission’s Extension of Committee Term/Ordinance
a. Rickelle Williams, Assistant City Manager
5. Update: North Beach Infrastructure Projects
a. Joe Gomez, Public Works Director
6. Update: North Beach Oceanside Park
a. David Martinez, Director, Office of Capital Improvement Projects
7. Committee Member Comments
8. Public Comments
9. Adjournment
Meeting #3
March 21, 2023
Quarterly In-Person Meeting – North Beach Oceanfront Center (Unidad)
Meeting Agenda Items
1. Welcome and Attendance
2. Approval of February 14, 2023 Meeting Minutes
3. 72nd & Park Development Project, 7125 Carlyle Avenue
a. Russell Galbut, Crescent Heights, Developer
4. Update: Byron Carlyle RFLI
a. Elizabeth Miro, Facilities & Fleet Management Assistant Director
5. Cultural Branding & Marketing Sponsorship Program
a. Heather Shaw, Economic Development Assistant Director
6. 2023 Seaside Summer Program
a. James Quinlan, Rhythm Foundation Director
7. Committee Member Comments
8. Public Comment
9. Adjournment
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Meeting #4
April 18, 2023
Meeting Agenda Items
1. Welcome and Attendance
2. Approval of March 21, 2023 Meeting Minutes
3. Legislative Update: Advisory Committee Ordinance
a. Ric Dopico, Deputy City Attorney
4. Commercial Façade Improvement Program & Residential Property
Improvement Program
a. Rickelle Williams, Assistant City Manager & Committee Co-Liaison
5. Proposed North Beach Commercial Character Overlay
a. Rogelio Madan, Development & Resiliency Officer, Planning
Dept.
6. Presentation by Friends of the Byron Carlyle
a. David Sexton and Roberto Espejo
7. Proposed Relocation of FPL Transmission Facilities
a. David Martinez, Capital Improvement Projects Director
8. Committee Member Comments
9. Public Comment
10. Adjournment
Key Motions
• The Committee supports enacting an ordinance to establish the
North Beach CRA Advisory Committee on a permanent basis, with
committee members serving for a two-year term of office.
• The Committee unanimously supports creation by the North Beach
CRA of a Commercial Façade Improvement Program and
Residential Property Improvement Program.
Meeting #5
May 9, 2023
Meeting Agenda Items
1. Welcome and Attendance
2. Approval of April 18, 2023 Meeting Minutes
3. Legislative Update: Committee Ordinance/ Façade Program
a. Rickelle Williams, Assistant City Manager
4. Update: 72 Street Community Complex
a. David Martinez, Director, Office of Capital Improvement Projects
5. Update: Ocean Terrace Project
a. David Martinez, Director, Office of Capital Improvement Projects
6. Public Safety and Enhanced Services
a. Captain Marlen Rivero, Miami Beach Police Department
b. Officer Julio Blanco, Miami Beach Police Department
c. Tom Curitore, Assistant Director, Code Compliance Department
7. Transportation Planning in North Beach
a. Jose Gonzalez, Director, Transportation and Mobility
Department
8. Committee Member Comments
9. Public Comments
10. Adjournment
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Meeting #6
June 20, 2023
Quarterly In-Person Meeting – Normandy Shores Golf Club
Meeting Agenda Items
1. Welcome and Attendance
2. Approval of May 9, 2023 Meeting Minutes
3. Legislative Update
a. Luis Wong, Administrative Services Manager
4. Update: Commercial Character Ordinance Amendment
a. Rogelio Madan, Development & Resiliency Officer
5. Update: 72nd Street Community Complex
a. David Martinez, Director, Office of Capital Improvement Projects
6. FY 2024 Budget Priorities & Opportunities
a. Rickelle Williams, Assistant City Manager, and Committee Co-
Liaison
7. Committee Member Comments
8. Public Comments
9. Adjournment
FUTURE ACTIVITIES
- Provide input on and advocating for North Beach CRA legislative priorities
- Explore short and long-term economic development opportunities in North Beach
- Discuss North Beach public and private projects and opportunities
- Investigate funding opportunities for various projects
- Guide development of CRA marketing and branding strategy
Raise community awareness and encourage public participation
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
- Provided feedback and recommendations to City staff regarding the Commercial Façade
and Residential Property Improvement Programs.
- Advocated for creation of and attended ribbon cutting for the North Beach CRA District
Office.
- Provided feedback and recommendations regarding business, resident, and community
outreach in North Beach including public engagement opportunities and the North Beach
CRA District Office.
- Provided feedback and recommendations to City staff regarding North Beach CRA FY
2024 budgetary priorities.
- Expressed support to the City Commission regarding the long-term establishment of the
Committee to provide resident, business and community feedback supporting the
establishment and implementation of the North Beach CRA.
- Received presentations by and provided input to City staff from Capital Improvement
Projects, Economic Development, Environment and Sustainability, Facilities and Fleet
Management, Planning and Zoning, Code Compliance, Police, Office of the City Manager,
and the Office of the City Attorney.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
Parks and Recreational Facilities Advisory Board
CHAIRPERSON:
Sean Smith
CITY LIAISON:
Cynthia Casanova
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD:
4
(January 19, 2023, April 13, 2023, May 25, 2023 &
June 27, 2023)
ACTIVITY:
The Parks and Recreational Facilities Board addressed several different issues and areas of
concern during the past six months:
• Parks GO Bond Overview Discussion
• Danny Berry Baseball Program
• Beach Soccer at Lummus Park
• Miami Beach Hall of Fame
• 2024 Parks and Recreation Capital Project Requests
• Soccer Fields
• Expanding Recreational Uses at the Miami Beach Golf Club
• Daycare Facility in Flamingo Park
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FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
The Parks and Recreational Facilities Advisory Board will continue to discuss the following topics:
• Any Referrals from City Commission or Commission Committees
• Parks & Recreation Capital Projects
• Parks & Recreation Budget
• General Obligation Bond Projects
The Board will also be involved in providing their input in future park plans as well as setting
expectations and areas of interests to focus on in the future.
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ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
The following list are motions that the Parks and Recreational Facilities Advisory Board made in the
past 6 months based on their activity:
• The Parks and Recreational Facilities Advisory Board motions to support the Beach Soccer
presentation from Mary Showstark and Francis Faberoff and recommends for the City to explore
opportunities to bring Beach Soccer to the Lummus Park area.
• The Parks and Recreational Facilities Advisory Board motions to support continuing the youth
baseball program with Danny Berry Baseball as the program provider by extending the contract,
waving bid process, and negotiating any contract points as deemed appropriate by the Parks
Department based on the overwhelming community support received at this evening’s meeting.
• The Parks and Recreational Facilities Advisory Board motions for Carolina Jones to remain as
an Ex-Officio Member of the G.O. Bond Committee.
• The Parks and Recreational Facilities Advisory Board motions to support the Parks and
Recreation Department’s Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Capital Project Requests.
• The Parks and Recreational Facilities Advisory Board motions that the soccer field capital
projects identified by the Parks and Recreation Department for consideration as part of the Fiscal
Year 2023-2024 budget be prioritized and further motions that the West Lots between 85th and
87th Streets be earmarked and considered for active sports use.
• The Parks and Recreational Facilities Advisory Board motions to the Mayor and Commission that
an 11 member Board with the existing at large youth recreation appointees is sufficient to
represent all youth sports within the City of Miami Beach.
• The Parks and Recreational Facilities Advisory Board motions to advise the City Commission
that the City golf courses are highly utilized and highly successful amenities and as such, should
not be repurposed for any additional uses.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
Personnel Board
CHAIRPERSON:
Raquel Pacheco
CITY LIAISON:
Marla Alpizar, Human Resources Director
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD:
3 Meetings between Jan. 1, 2023 and June 30, 2023
ACTIVITY:
May 12, 2023 (Regular Meeting) Activities:
- Introduction of New Board Member, Jose Obando (Employee Group 2)
- Introduction of New Board Member, Aaron Bos-Lun
- Introduction of New Support Staff, Emma Kervel
- Discussion of Proposed New/Updated Job Descriptions:
o Crime Scene Technician
o Police Records Supervisor
o Firefighter
o Parking Enforcement Supervisor
o Tradesworker I, II, & III
May 19, 2023 (Special Meeting) Activities:
- Raquel Pacheco re-elected as Chairperson
- Aaron Bos-Lun elected as Vice-Chairperson
- New/Updated Job Descriptions Approved:
o Crime Scene Technician
o Police Records Supervisor
o Firefighter
o Tradesworker I, II, & III
June 22, 2023 (Regular Meeting) Activities:
- Recognition of Re-Election of Alejandro Bello (Employee Group 1)
- Reviewed & Confirmed Special City Awards Nomination & Review Timeline
- New/Updated Job Description Updates
o Parking Enforcement Supervisor (Discussed, Deferred)
o Heavy Equipment Operator II (Approved)
- Discussed Ad Hoc Charter Review Committee’s Request for Feedback
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FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
August 2023:
- Request to be published for Special City Award & People’s Choice Award Nominations
September 2023:
- Board Members to conduct 1st round review of Special City Award Nomination Forms
October 2023:
- Board Members to submit ranked choices (finalists) for Special City Awards Nominees
- Regular Meeting of the Personnel Board on October 6th 2023 (1:00-3:00 PM)
November 2023:
- Board Members vote to select Special City Awards & People’s Choice Award Winners
- Regular Meeting of the Personnel Board on November 1st 2023 (1:00-3:00 PM)
December 2023:
- Board Members present Special City Awards & People’s Choice Awards at Pin Ceremony
ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
- Approved 7 pending New/Updated Job Descriptions, enabling Human Resources and/or
the associated departments within City administration to recruit qualified candidates
- Election of J. Obando as Employee Group 2 Representative
- Election of A. Bello as Employee Group 1 Representative
- Revival of Special City Awards following a lapse in activity during the Covid-19 Pandemic.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: PLANNING BOARD
CHAIRPERSON: BRIAN ELIAS
CITY LIAISON: ROGELIO MADAN
DATE OF REPORT: JAN 2023 – JUN 2023
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD DURING THIS REPORTING PERIOD: 6
MEETING AGENDA
DATE ITEMS APPROVED DENIED DISCUSSED CONTINUED WITHDRAWN NO ACTION MOVED OTHER
JAN 8 6 2 3
FEB 14 11 4 2
MAR 6 3 1 2
APR 16 16 7 2
MAY 11 10 3 2
JUN 11 10 2 2
TOTAL 66 56 3 20 4 5
NM: No Meeting
Note: Some totals may not match due to some items being removed from the agenda at the last minute, or items that are partially
approved and continued.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
Police Citizens Relations Committee
CHAIRPERSON:
Seth Feuer
CITY LIAISON:
Robin Henson
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD:
1
ACTIVITY: January Meeting
In attendance were Seth Feuer, Danny Aronson, Pamela Brumer, Christine Klingspor, Rafael
Velasquez, Sam Rabin, Joanna Kravitz, Moshe Rothman, and Curtis Slipman.
Motion to approve minutes by Committee Member Sam Rabin, seconded by Committee
Member Danny Aronson, approved.
Executive Officer Ernesto Rodriguez provided an overview of stats.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
Police Citizens Relations Committee
CHAIRPERSON:
Seth Feuer
CITY LIAISON:
Robin Henson
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD:
2
ACTIVITY: February
In attendance were Seth Feuer, Daniel Aronson, Mark Weithorn, Christine Klingspor, Rafael
Velasquez, Sam Rabin, Alex Fry, Julian Linares, Michael Grieco, Philip Rothman, and Valerie
Navarrete.
Motion to approve minutes by Committee Member Daniel Aronson, seconded by Committee
Member Sam Rabin, approved.
Chairman nominations and vote, Seth Feuer elected as Chair.
Welcome to new Committee members.
Executive Officer Ernesto Rodriguez provided an overview of stats.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
Police Citizens Relations Committee
CHAIRPERSON:
Seth Feuer
CITY LIAISON:
Robin Henson
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD:
2
ACTIVITY: March
Meeting Canceled due to Spring Break
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
Police Citizens Relations Committee
CHAIRPERSON:
Seth Feuer
CITY LIAISON:
Robin Henson
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD:
3
ACTIVITY: April
In attendance were Jill Shockett, Lisa Cole, Lisette Lopez, Sam Rabin, Danny Aronson, Seth
Feuer, Alex Fryd, Valerie Navarrete, and Joanna Rose-Kravitz.
Motion to approve minutes by Committee Member Alex Fryd, seconded by Committee Member
Danny Aronson.
Community Police Relations Foundation Discussion with Al Eskanazy regarding scholarship
fund to honor Sgt. Larry Marrero. A motion was made by Jill Shockett to give the Chief
permission to disseminate information to the public regarding the scholarship fund and the CPR
Foundation. The motion was seconded by Committee Member Joanna Rose-Kravitz and
passed unanimously.
Executive Officer Ernesto Rodriguez provided an overview of stats.
Major Danny Morgalo spoke about the work being done by our Homeless Resource Unit and
discussed Spring Break.
Chairman Seth Feuer passed the gavel to Vice Chair Danny Aronson and then Chairman Feuer
made the following motion:
Motion regarding the creation of a Task Force Regarding Spring Break 2024 & Beyond
Recognizing that human lives have been lost, people have been critically injured, and that public
safety and the reputation of Miami Beach has been significantly impacted by negative news
coverage from the shootings that have occurred during the month of March every year for several
years, the Committee suggests with urgency that the Miami Beach City Commission establishes a
Blue Ribbon / Ad Hoc Task Force to support the City Commission and City Administration with their
endeavors to create a more hospitable and safe environment for all residents, employees, and
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visitors immediately.
The motion was seconded by Committee Member Alex Fryd and passed unanimously.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
Police Citizens Relations Committee
CHAIRPERSON:
Seth Feuer
CITY LIAISON:
Robin Henson
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD:
4
ACTIVITY: May
In attendance were Danny Aronson, Lisa Cole, Seth Feuer, Alexander Fryd, Christine Klingspor,
Joanna Rose Kravitz, Lisette Lopez, Michael McManus, Valerie Navarrete, Sam Rabin, Moshe
Rothman, Jill Shockett, Rafael Velasquez, and Mark Weithorn.
Motion to approve minutes by Committee Member Danny Aronson, seconded by Committee
Member Sam Rabin. Motion passed with opposition (Committee members Joanna Rose-Kravitz
and Valerie Navarrete opposed). Committee members Mark Weithorn, Christine Klingspor, and
Philip Rothman abstained.)
Legal spoke about the motion discrepancy – the idea was that a task force be created, and any
changes won’t affect the “idea” of the motion.
Committee Member Johanna Kravitz – thought we rewrote motion, and the motion was not what
was agreed upon. Wanted “supporting the police” to be mentioned and it was not in the motion
section of the LTC. She feels that the police department aspect was left out of the motion and
wanted it redone. Committee Member Valerie Navarrete said the process was not done correctly
and changes were made and asking to have the motion sent to the committee prior to going to
committee and is not happy with the way the process was conducted.
Chairman Seth Feuer suggested the Committee discuss making an amendment to the motion.
This will go to commission on the 17th. Commissioner Dominguez sponsored a resolution for this.
It will be considered at the May 17 commission meeting.
Committee Member Lisa Cole suggested the board write a letter that the board would like to be
sure that the police are well represented in the task force. Moving forward any motion that we put
forth, the police must be in it. We need to make sure we have time moving forward to give the
committee time to understand what is being presented. Committee Member Johanna Kravitz
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seconded the motion. Committee Member Lisa Cole removed the motion.
Committee Member Jill Shockett made a motion that as a committee, we send a letter to
Commissioner Laura Dominguez adding the mission statement for the committee. This was
seconded by Committee Member Johanna Kravitz and passed, with opposition from Committee
Member Valerie Navarrete.
Captains Matias/Baldwin speaking regarding MDW Weekend and listing events within the city.
Homeless Discussion and Legal to be on the agenda for June.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
Police Citizens Relations Committee
CHAIRPERSON:
Seth Feuer
CITY LIAISON:
Robin Henson
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD:
5
ACTIVITY: June
In attendance were Seth Feuer, Rafael Velasquez, Alexander Fryd, Jill Shockett, Christine
Klingspor, Lisa Cole, Michael McManus, Joanna Rose Kravitz, Mark Weithorn, and Lisette
Lopez.
Non committee guests include Andres Asion and Michael Grieco
Motion to approve minutes by Committee Member Jill Shockett, seconded by Committee
Member Mark Weithorn. Motion passed unanimously.
Police Legal Advisor Yoe Lopez provided and overview of the sunshine laws.
Major Daniel Morgalo recapped Memorial Day Weekend. The staffing model that was used for
MDW will be the high impact staffing model moving forward for Spring Break.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
Production Industry Council - PIC
CHAIRPERSON:
Barbara Goicoechea
CITY LIAISON:
Shama Johnson
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD:
Six meetings held. Second Thursday of every month.
ACTIVITY: To understand, evaluate and advance the benefits of film, special event, photography and music production
and entertainment as it relates to residents, business, tourism, and overall commerce for the City of Miami Beach.
Specific areas of focus include, but are not limited to:
• Helping to establish the strong link between a film incentive program and a robust Florida economy with
growing tourism and enhancing the “Miami Beach” brand.
• To attend, observe and develop relationships with attendees of National Association of Television Producers
and Executives (“NATPE”), Film Florida, American Black Film Festival (“ABFF”) and other industry
organizations.
• Educate the industry and the residents and stakeholders on the Film, Television, and Photography industry
in Miami Beach, as it relates to economic impact, brand awareness and the permitting process.
• Liaise with the City’s Tourism and Culture Department to provide support when and where necessary to
increase availability and access to film incentives.
• Discussion of successes of large-scale City-Wide Special Event activations such as Swim Week, Art Week/Art
Basel, as well as ongoing productions in support of film, TV, and photography.
• Provided legislative support to Film Florida and industry during Legislative session.
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FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
• Ongoing efforts in areas outlined above including new areas of focus as may be determined by change in
legislation as it relates to film incentives, permitting issues, or other challenges or opportunities as may arise.
• To identify other areas to incentivize both established and emerging film and digital production in the State
of Florida and more specifically Miami-Dade.
• Work with City, VCA, and CAC to identify ways to improve existing and potential opportunities for incentivizing
productions to Miami Beach.
• Continue efforts to educate the residents and key stakeholders in the community on the beneficial impacts
of the film industry.
• Continue to actively partner to highlight local film screenings of Miami Beach local filmmakers.
• Encouraging the marketing/FAM trips of Miami Beach locales.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
• The Production Industry Council’s Subcommittee on Regional Film proved successful as it showed that the
film, events, cultural arts, and other industries all shared the same responses that there has been an uptick
in their audiences returning to events, to attendance numbers reflected close to pre-covid. The responses
were that patrons were adjusting back to “normal” and going out again. There is considerable evidence of a
positive trend, and a growth as the audience is excited to get back to in-person events. The Subcommittee
on Regional Film Festivals has been motioned to sunset.
• PIC made motion to request Commission and Administration support for opposition of State legislation item
HB5, which would, among other things, close the Florida Office of Film and Entertainment (the State Film
Commission) and eliminate the Entertainment Industry Sales Tax Exemption program, which would
effectively represent a tax increase on the film industry. The Tourism and Culture department drafted and
distributed an LTC that was shared to the City’s commission, where a resolution was then immediately
created with the opposition of the HB5 legislative, additionally a letter was also submitted to Film Florida
stating the opposition with the hope of affective a positive outcome of the legislative.
• Sub Committee was created to research how other cities approach restrictions that may be present for
locations (cost vs availability), scouting, equipment requirements/ approvals that are hindering local
producers, production companies and location managers from choosing City of Miami Beach.
• Through the works of the Subcommittee, the City’s departments that support the Film and Special events
division has provided information and responses for areas of concerns from the subcommittee’s findings.
The departments included are Fire Department providing information as it relates to generators over 5000kw
for film shoots and special events; Parking Department as it pertains to fines that are applied to production
vehicles and clarifications of parking in commercial zones; Building Department with feedback for mobile
stages and fencing permitting; and Ocean Rescue for shoots requiring lifeguard towers and lifeguard staffing
and support for safety. The Film and Print Office will continue to invite other CMB Department representative
to discuss and address areas of concerns as it pertains to Film and Special Events throughout the course of
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the year.
• Continued support for the diversification of the City’s Film Incentive, to provide opportunities to more film
productions. This includes a partnership with Oolite Arts for Climate Commissions to be screened in 2024.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
Program for Public Information (PPI) Committee (previously
referred to as Resiliency Communications Committee)
CHAIRPERSON:
Melissa Berthier, Director of Marketing and
Communications
CITY LIAISON:
Amy Knowles, Chief Resilience Officer
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD:
1
ACTIVITY:
The mission of the Program for Public Information (PPI) Committee is to create and monitor a
Program for Public Information to assist the community to reduce flood risk and ultimately reduce the
cost of flood insurance. The PPI is an activity of the National Flood Insurance Program’s Community
Rating System (CRS) that compliments the City’s approach to economic resilience and public
participation.
During the last Committee meeting on March 31, 2023, the following topics were discussed:
• Vote for Chair and Vice-Chair
• 2022 PPI Report Review
o Introduction, Background, and Committee Overview
o Miami Beach Community Outline
o Brief Flood Insurance Coverage Assessment
• Project Design
o Target Audience List
o Inventory of Other Information Efforts
• Miami Beach Messages
o Overview of ten messages as seen in PPI
• Outreach Projects and Additional CRS Activities
o CRS Activities List 1-7
o Focus on Real Estate Flood Hazard Disclosure
o Outreach Implementation Table
• Miami Beach Updates
o Miami Beach Resilience projects, code, and PPA program
o Update on FIRM maps and audit
• Summary of next steps and next meeting date
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FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
In 2022, the Committee and staff created a new Program for Public Information, which is required by
FEMA CRS program to be updated every five years. This document tracks the status of PPI outreach
activities and provides recommendations for improvement. The City will continue completing outreach
activities as specified by this report.
The City will continue to conduct outreach and distribute communication materials to let the community
know about the new FIRM maps and Risk Rating 2.0. The goal of these communications is also to let
the community know that these updates might affect flood insurance rates and that they should reach
out to their agents to understand personal impact.
The City will conduct its Annual PPI Plan Update and Evaluation Report for 2023.
The Committee will research additional avenues for increasing its CRS rating. This includes focusing
on Activity 340: Hazard Disclosures. The city is reaching out to other Florida communities that receive
points for these activities to help inform how the activities should be documented in the CRS reports to
receive credit. Furthermore, the City will contact real estate agents to receive verifying documentation
that hazard disclosures are being made available to real estate buyers.
The City will review and update its flood communications materials and flooding educational media. The
Committee will meet again regarding the Annual PPI Plan Update on October 11, 2023.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
Miami Beach pursued an aggressive goal to improve its FEMA Community Rating System (CRS)
ranking from a Class 6 to a Class 5 and was officially awarded the new score in 2019. Miami Beach has
participated in the CRS program for many years. In April 2022, the City received official notice from
FEMA verifying that Miami Beach has been certified to retain its Class 5 CRS rating. This designation
makes Miami Beach one of only three municipalities in Miami-Dade County to achieve this score. This
allows for the community to continue to receive 25% savings on flood insurance premiums, providing
$8.6 million in savings to the community, helping to offset increasing federal rates.
In 2022, the Committee focused on creating a new Program for Public Information (PPI), as required
by the CRS. The plan details the City’s various flood mitigation efforts and promotes flood awareness.
The new Program for Public Information includes revised messaging, updated target audiences, and
outreach projects. New Activities were incorporated into the document, along with a collection of
updates. This new PPI will act as a project guide for the next five years.
The Committee submitted the new PPI Plan for review by the City Commission, and it was officially
adopted on June 20, 2022 via Resolution 2022-32216.
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Key messages developed by this Committee continue to be used by the Communications team when
advising and alerting residents about real-time flooding and actions to take. This communication is
delivered electronically via social media (Twitter, Facebook and Nextdoor) and email. In addition, the
Committee has helped create flood awareness fact sheets that are mailed directly to relevant audiences,
in addition to being provided electronically on the website.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
Senior Affairs Committee
CHAIRPERSON:
Debi Quade (Vice Chair: Oscar Llorente)
CITY LIAISON:
Luis Callejas
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD:
5 (January 2023 through June 2023)
ACTIVITY:
January 23, 2023:
No meeting held
February 27, 2023:
- Ethics/Sunshine Law briefing by Farosha Andasheva and Gray Crow, City Attorney’s office
- Update on 87th Street and Harding Ave crosswalk
- Selection of Chair and Vice Chair for 2023 Calendar Year
March 29, 2023:
- Presentation by Suzy Trutie, Miami-Dade County Deputy Supervisor of Elections, Government
Affairs and Media Relation, On vote-by-mail ballot request renewal changes.
- Presentation from Bianca Montenegro, Program Supervisor, Miami Beach Office of Housing and
Community Services, on Tax Preparation Services.
April 24, 2023:
- Presentation from Manny Marquez, Assistant Director, City of Miami Beach Finance Department
and Jacqueline Caicedo, City of Miami Beach Parking Department on Parking programs/permits
specifically available for the Senior community.
May 22, 2023:
- Presentation from Linda Morris, AICP, Chief of Service Planning and Scheduling and Eric Zahn,
Service Planning Manager, Miami-Dade County Department of Transportation and Public Works
on the Better Bus Project
June 26, 2022:
- Presentation from Chief Juan Mestas, Deputy Fire Chief, City of Miami Beach Fire Department,
and Shari Lipner, Division Administrator/Deputy Emergency Manager, City of Miami Beach
Emergency Management on Hurricane Preparedness
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FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
- Fill Committee vacancies
- Organize future DMV driver licenses/ Florida ID mobile van events
- Involve Senior Centers more by engaging resident leaders
- Improve conditions at each senior center (Stela Maris House and Federation Towers specifically)
- Continue the mission of the committee by focusing on what senior centers need most:
Purpose: The purpose of the senior affairs committee is to provide senior citizen residents of the
city with the opportunity to represent and articulate the needs of persons 55 years of age and older,
to foster increased involvement in the affairs of city government by senior citizen residents, and to
provide recommendations to the mayor and city commissioners on issues and programs affecting
the city's senior citizen population.
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ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
- Updated the community on changes to vote-by-mail laws in preparation of municipal elections
later in the year
- Secured the Florida Department of Transportation’s commitment to prioritize the design and
construction of pedestrian crossing at 87th Street and Harding Avenue ahead of originally scheduled
timeline
- Provided clarification disabled parking decals available to senior residents and the laws and
regulations related to Health Home Aides
- Provided information on programs to keep seniors moving and healthy (Senior Soccer, Yoga, Tai-
Chi, arts and cultural programs etc.)
- Provided information on programs to keep seniors safe (hurricane preparedness, emergency
evacuation plans etc.)
- Provide periodic city departments updates to the committee, participating City Departments
included: Office of the City Attorney, Transportation Department, Parking Department, Customer
Service (Finance Department), Office of Housing and Community Services, and Fire Department
- Developed relationships Miami-Dade County Department of Transportation and Public Works and
Miami-Dade County Department of Elections
- Provided information on food distribution program
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
Sustainability Committee
CHAIRPERSON:
Margarita Kruyff
CITY LIAISON:
Juanita Ballesteros
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD:
6
ACTIVITY:
Identify and promote policies and practices with the City of Miami Beach aimed at achieving a
sustainable environment, as well as to minimize negative impacts and maximize benefits to the
environment.
FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
Identify opportunities to increase installation of renewable energy.
Support continued efforts to monitor and maintain the cleanliness of the city’s waterways.
Identify opportunities for incorporating green infrastructure, reducing stormwater impacts, and
improving water quality citywide.
Identify opportunities for the energy efficiency and water conservation initiatives throughout the city.
Support initiatives and policies to mitigate for the city’s transportation carbon footprint and reduce
GHG emissions, such as bike pathways, EV stations, public transportation (non-diesel), water
transportation and other alternative modes of transportation.
Continue to support initiatives to reduce city-wide energy consumption.
Continue to support grants for sustainability initiatives.
Support the development of programs that enhance the city’s natural resources.
Continue to support the reduction of fertilizer/pesticide use.
Identify opportunities to increase protecting and increase the urban forest/greenspace.
Support the incorporation of projects, programming and education to promote pollinator habitats
Identify opportunities for green procurement for local businesses
Support blue/green infrastructure.
Support the implementation of strategies to reduce littering and increase recycling.
Identify opportunities to reduce single-use plastics in Miami Beach.
Support the continued effort by city staff to engage and educate the community.
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ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
Appointed a committee member as an Ex-Officio Non-Voting Member to the Mayor’s G.O. Bond
Oversight Committee.
Supported a citywide ban on intentional balloon release. Additionally, the committee supported a
tenfold fine schedule for balloon releases, to reduce plastic waste in the environment.
Supported staff-proposed locations for a composting hub in Mid Beach, to expand access to
composting and divert waste.
Recommended a commercial exclusive structure with a price cap for waste hauler operations for
multi-family residences of 9 or more units and commercial properties, to increase the sustainability
and efficiency of waste hauler operations, including:
• reduction of total trucks and truck hours driven on the roads thereby reducing traffic
congestion, tailpipe emissions and noise from trucks, and
• more consistent bins and messaging for waste and recycling to improve proper separation
of the waste stream.
Recommended the prioritized selection of a waste hauler vendor that facilitates sustainability goals,
including:
• strategy to improve recycling and divert waste sent to landfill,
• uniformity of waste and recycling messaging, and
• the electrification of truck fleet.
Recommended support for Miami-Dade County's continued planning for the Baylink project and
encourage further studies that include mitigating the impacts on the Biscayne Bay marine
ecosystem, especially corals, and the feasibility of constructing the Baylink in between the
MacArthur Causeway Eastbound and Westbound lanes.
Recommended the identification of a location where Compost for Life could place a drop off bin in
South Beach for resident compost, to expand access to composting and divert waste.
Supported the identification of possible locations to start solar projects, to implement first renewable
energy project in the city.
Supported the implementation of a policy like the “Skip the Stuff” bill that was adopted in the State
of New York, to reduce single-use plastics waste.
Supported the establishment a stiff fine schedule for repeat offenders of the current City-wide
Plastic Straw and Stirrer Ban, to reduce single-use plastics waste.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
TRANSPORTATION, PARKING & BICYCLE PEDESTRIAN
FACILITIES COMMITTEE
CHAIRPERSON:
MARC EDELSTEIN / MATTHEW GULTANOFF
CITY LIAISON:
MONICA BELTRAN
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD:
FIVE (5) JAN-JUN 2023
(MAR No meeting held)
ACTIVITY:
January 9, 2023:
o Safety Concerns on 71st ST at Normandy Isle Park
o Malfunctioning of 63rd and 79th ST Bridges
o Bike Lane Concerns on Ocean Drive
o Metromover Extension for Rapid Transit
February 13, 2023:
o Election of Chair/Vice Chair
o Update on plans for E Bay Drive- Public Works
o Gridlock at 58th Collins due to bridge repair- Public Works
o Transportation Federal Grants
o Committee discussion on the Beach Corridor Rapid Transit project
April 10, 2023:
o Improving Bicyclist & Pedestrian Safety, Comfort, and Options
o Expanding and Enhancing Public Transportation
o Addressing Parking & Traffic Issues
o Miami Beach Circulator ITN
o Traffic Mitigation During High Season/Impact Events
o Pedestrian Curb Extension (Bulb Out) Removal Proposal
o Upcoming Commission Items
o Bicycle/Pedestrian Master Plan Update- by CIP/Transportation
o Safe Routes to School Projects
o Second Turn Lane at Indian Creek/41st ST
o Traffic calming Updates: Bayshore, Normandy Isle, Palm View, South of Fifth
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May 8, 2023:
o Beachwalk Safety & Bicyclist Relocation Proposal
o Upcoming Commission Items
o Citibike Contract Expiration
o Lincoln Road Master Plan ROW Improvements
o Plans for Memorial Day Weekend
o Second Turn Lane at Indian Creek/41st ST
o Traffic calming Updates: Bayshore, Palm View, South of Fifth
o Public EV Charger Update (Parking)
o Bus Shelters on Indian Creek Drive B/T 27 and 40 Streets
o MB Traffic & Nextdoor App Questions
o Discuss best practices for exclusive ped phase & LPI’s.
June 5, 2023:
o Ferry Master Plan: First/Last Mile Connectivity
o Upcoming Commission Items
o Update re: Chase Avenue Shared Use Path
o FY 23/24 Budget Priorities // Review FY 22/23
o Second Turn Lane at Indian Creek/41st ST
o Traffic calming Updates: Bayshore, Palm View, South of Fifth
o Public EV Charger Update (Parking)
o Bus Shelters on Indian Creek Drive B/T 27 and 40 Streets
o MB Traffic & Nextdoor App Questions
o Discuss best practices for exclusive ped phase & LPI’s.
o FPL Utility Poles in Sidewalks
FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
PARKING:
• Electric vehicle charging stations including fast charging stations.
• Parking Master Plan
• North Beach Civic Complex / 72nd Street Garage
• Valet in ADCD
• Signage at private parking lots
• Updates on security cameras and license plate recognition in garages
• Selection of provider for mobile parking payment application
• City valet concessions contract
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TRANSPORTATION:
• Further development and implementation of pedestrian improvements consistent with the
Adopted Modal Prioritization Resolution and adopted 2016 Transportation Master Plan
including implementation of pedestrian priority zones, exclusive pedestrian phases at
signalized intersections, and LED pedestrian flashing beacons at crosswalks.
• Further development and build-out of a citywide bicycle network, including projects
recommended in the Adopted Transportation Master Plan and Bicycle-Pedestrian Master
Plan (e.g.: painting green bike lanes,
installing bicycle corrals and bicycle parking at parking garages and street ends, installing
bike repair stations, and implementing parking-protected and buffered bike lanes,
neighborhood greenways, complete streets, and shared-use off-road paths)
• Work with Miami-Dade Transit to implement the Better Bus Network that addresses the
concerns and needs of Miami Beach
• Consistent with the Miami-Dade County Strategic Miami Area Rapid Transit (SMART) Plan,
implementation of regional mass transit solutions including the Beach Express Bus Express
Rapid Transit (BERT) projects.
using the shoulders of the Julia Tuttle and MacArthur Causeways (i.e.: Beach Express North
BERT, Beach Express Central BERT, and Beach Express South BERT)
• Consistent with the Adopted Miami-Dade County SMART Plan, continue to work with Miami-
Dade County and the community to advance the locally preferred alternative for the Beach
Corridor Rapid Transit Project which proposes an elevated rapid transit connection across
the MacArthur Causeway connecting Miami Beach, Downtown Miami, Midtown Miami, and
Design District
• Implementation of the Intelligent Transportation System and Smart Parking System Project
to improve traffic flow, enhance parking availability, improve incident response, communicate
incidents affecting traffic to the motoring public, and more efficiently manage congestion in
real time.
• Planning and development of mobility hubs and intercept parking garages in South Beach,
Mid-Beach, and North Beach to improve the convenience of multimodal transfers and
promote the use of alternative forms of transportation.
• Construction/operation/maintenance of new iconic bus shelters throughout the City.
• Launch bicycle and pedestrian safety campaigns in collaboration with Communications and
Police Departments
• Continue the implementation of traffic signal retiming efforts to improve traffic flow along
major thoroughfares citywide while balancing the safety and convenience needs of
pedestrians.
• Continue exploring partnerships and sponsorship opportunities for pilot/demonstration
projects in the City advancing autonomous vehicle technology, including autonomous mass
transit shuttles.
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TRANSPORTATION (Cont’d):
• Procure the “next generation” citywide municipal transit circulator service, including on-
demand transit service to provide first mile/last mile connectivity.
• Continue collaborating with Miami-Dade County to implement the Advanced Traffic
Management System (ATMS) project along the City’s major thoroughfares.
• Deploy an integrated multimodal mobile application to provide real time trip planning, both
regionally and within the City.
• Deploy an integrated multimodal mobile application to provide real time trip planning, both
regionally and within the City.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
February 13, 2023:
Election of Chair & Vice Chair
Committee elected M. Gultanoff as Chair and M. Edelstein as Vice Chair.
Support for Baylink Metromover Project
Motion Passed: The TPBPFC passed a motion in support of the Baylink Metromover Project.
(LTC #082-2023)
May 8, 2023:
Beachwalk Safety & Bicyclist Relocation Proposal
Motion Passed: The TPBPFC passed a motion to oppose the idea of the referral to evaluate
bikes on the beach. (LTC #224-2023)
Motion Passed: The TPBPFC passed a motion proposing to host a workshop led by the
Committee and advise the Commission of the above vote. (LTC #224-2023)
Quarterly TMP Updates
Motion Passed: The TPBPFC passed a motion to resume the issuance of quarterly updates
of the Transportation Master Plan. (LTC #224-2023)
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
Miami Beach Visitor and Convention Authority
CHAIRPERSON:
Christopher Rollins
CITY LIAISON:
Grisette Roque Marcos
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD:
5
ACTIVITY:
January 24, 2023:
The December 6, 2022 meeting minutes were approved. Motion by Mr. Haas to approve the
December 6, 2022 meeting minutes. Seconded by Ms. Benua. Motion passes unanimously.
An overview of the 2022/2023 Budget was provided to the Board.
The Board was provided with a list of upcoming events
Updates on No Vacancy, Miami Beach and Miami Beach Live! were provided to the Board by City
staff.
A grant in the amount of $85,000 was awarded to the Climate Summit Miami Beach Host Committee
for the Aspen Institute: Climate Summit. Motion by Mr. Neary to grant $85,000 for Aspen Institute:
Climate Summit. Seconded by Ms. Benua. Motion passes unanimously.
A discussion regarding the Miami Beach Visual Memoirs Project was held. The Board and MDPL
decided to table the project until next fiscal year.
An update on the MBVCA’s proposed Connect the Waters campaign was provided by the Agency
of Record: Private Label Marketing, LLC.
The 2023 contract for the PR Firm Private Label Marketing, LLC was reviewed and approved for
the period of one year. Motion by Mr. Rollins to renew the PR contract with Private Label Marketing,
LLC. Seconded by Mr. Haas. Motion passes unanimously.
Christopher Rollins was elected Chair. Mr. Neary nominated Mr. Rollins for Chair. All members
unanimously approved the nomination.
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Peggy Benua was elected Vice Chair. Mr. Neary nominated Ms. Benua for Vice Chair. All members
unanimously approved the nomination.
March 31, 2023:
The January 24, 2023 meeting minutes were approved. Motion by Mr. Neary to approve the January
24, 2023 meeting minutes. Seconded by Mr. Suarez. Motion passes unanimously.
An overview of the 2022/2023 Budget was provided to the Board.
The Board was provided with a list of upcoming events
A grant in the amount of $40,000 was awarded to The Miami Takeover for the 15th Annual Miami
Takeover was awarded. Motion by Ms. Rice to grant $40,000 for the 15th Annual Miami Takeover.
Seconded by Mr. Neary.
Motion passed unanimously.
A grant in the amount of $28,000 was awarded to ABFF Ventures, LLC for the American Black Film
Festival (ABFF). Motion by Mr. Suarez to grant $28,000 for the American Black Film Festival
(ABFF). Seconded by Mr. Haas. Motion passed unanimously.
A grant in the amount of $28,000 was awarded to Miami Salsa Scene for the Miami Salsa Congress.
Motion by Ms. Rice to grant $28,000 for the Miami Salsa Congress. Seconded by Mr. Suarez.
Motion passes unanimously.
A grant in the amount of $68,000 was awarded to Miami Music Festival, Inc. for the Miami Beach
Classical Music Festival 2023. Motion by Mr. Haas to grant $68,000 for the Miami Beach Classical
Music Festival 2023. Seconded by Mr. Neary. Motion passed unanimously.
A grant in the amount of $68,000 was awarded to FUNKSHION, LLC for Paraiso Miami
Beach/Miami Swim Week. Motion by Mr. Haas to grant $68,000 for Paraiso Miami Beach/Miami
Swim Week. Seconded by Ms. Rice. Motion passed unanimously.
April 18, 2023
An overview of the 2022/2023 Budget was provided to the Board.
The Board was provided with a list of upcoming events
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An update on the Open House Miami project was provided to the Board.
An update on the Connect the Waters PR campaign was provided to the Board.
An update from the GMCVB was provided to the Board.
May 30, 2023
The March 31, 2023 and April 18, 2023 meeting minutes were approved. Motion by Mr. Neary to
approve the March 31, 2023 and April 18, 2023 minutes. Seconded by Mr. Haas. Motion passes
unanimously.
An overview of the 2022/2023 Budget was provided to the Board.
The Board was provided with a list of upcoming events
A grant awarded to the National LGBTQ Task Force was reviewed due to a decrease in their project
(Winter Party Festival) budget. The Board agreed to maintain the grant as originally awarded, in the
amount of $40,000. Motion by Ms. Benua to maintain the grant of $40,000 as originally awarded.
Seconded by Mr. Gonzalez. Motion passes unanimously.
The proposed changes for the 2023/2024 Tourism Advancement Program were reviewed and
approved. Motion by Mr. Neary to approve the proposed changes to the FY 2023/2024 program.
Seconded by Mr. Gonzalez. Motion passes unanimously.
June 13, 2023
The May 30, 2023 meeting minutes were approved. Motion by Ms. Benua to approve the April 18,
2023 meeting minutes. Seconded by Mr. Gonzalez. Motion passes unanimously.
An overview of the 2022/2023 Budget was provided to the Board.
The Board was provided with a list of upcoming events.
A grant in the amount of $15,000 was awarded to the GMCVB serving as fiscal agent for the Miami
Center for Architecture and Design, Inc. for Open House Miami. Motion by Mr. Suarez to grant
$15,000 to the GMCVB, fiscal agent for Miami Center of Architecture & Design Inc. Seconded by
Mr. Gonzalez. Motion passes unanimously.
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FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
The next MBVCA Board meeting is taking place Wednesday, July 19, 2023 at 10:00 am.
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ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
January 24, 2023:
The December 6, 2022 meeting minutes were approved.
A grant in the amount of $85,000 was awarded to the Climate Summit Miami Beach Host Committee
for the Aspen Institute: Climate Summit.
A discussion regarding Miami Beach Visual Memoirs Project was held. The Board and MDPL
decided to table the project until next fiscal year.
An update on the MBVCA’s proposed Connect the Waters campaign was provided by the Agency
of Record: Private Label Marketing, LLC.
The 2023 contract for the PR Firm Private Label Marketing, LLC was reviewed and approved for
the period of one year.
Christopher Rollins was elected Chair. Mr. Neary nominated Mr. Rollins for Chair. All members
unanimously approved the nomination.
Peggy Benua was elected Vice Chair. Mr. Neary nominated Ms. Benua for Vice Chair. All members
unanimously approved the nomination.
March 31, 2023:
The January 24, 2023 meeting minutes were approved.
An overview of the 2022/2023 Budget was provided to the Board.
The Board was provided with a list of upcoming events
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A grant in the amount of $40,000 was awarded to The Miami Takeover for the 15th Annual Miami
Takeover was awarded.
A grant in the amount of $28,000 was awarded to ABFF Ventures, LLC for the American Black Film
Festival (ABFF).
A grant in the amount of $28,000 was awarded to Miami Salsa Scene for the Miami Salsa Congress.
A grant in the amount of $68,000 was awarded to Miami Music Festival, Inc. for the Miami Beach
Classical Music Festival 2023.
A grant in the amount of $68,000 was awarded to FUNKSHION, LLC for Paraiso Miami
Beach/Miami Swim Week.
April 18, 2023
An overview of the 2022/2023 Budget was provided to the Board.
The Board was provided with a list of upcoming events
May 30, 2023
The March 31, 2023 and April 18, 2023 meeting minutes were approved.
An overview of the 2022/2023 Budget was provided to the Board.
The Board was provided with a list of upcoming events
A grant awarded to the National LGBTQ Task Force was reviewed due to a decrease in their project
(Winter Party Festival) budget. The Board agreed to maintain the grant as originally awarded, in the
amount of $40,000.
The proposed changes for the 2023/2024 Tourism Advancement Program were reviewed and
approved.
June 13, 2023
The May 30, 2023 meeting minutes were approved.
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An overview of the 2022/2023 Budget was provided to the Board.
The Board was provided with a list of upcoming events.
A grant in the amount of $15,000 was awarded to the GMCVB serving as fiscal agent for the Miami
Center for Architecture and Design, Inc. for Open House Miami.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
Youth Commission
CHAIRPERSON:
Ava Annunziato
CITY LIAISON:
Dr. Leslie Rosenfeld
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD:
5
ACTIVITY:
Meeting of January 24, 2023
Members present: Penelope Heller, Aubrey Rosenhaus, Natanya Rogoff, Owen Basner, Brett
Burstein
Members absent: Ava Annunziato
Welcome & Introductions 4:00 PM
Review and approved December 14, 2022 minutes
Discussed:
• Hope for Miami: Free Mental Health Young Mental Health First Aid Training (YMHFA) Course for
parents/individuals who work with youth- Keyla Guevara keyla@hopeformiami.org
• Update on No One Eats Alone- February 17thh
• Update on LGBTQ+ Safe Space (Motion made at 12/14 meeting)
• Homecoming Affordability at MBSH
Natanya made a motion 1/24 for donation on an annual basis for MBSH Homecoming
Members Present: Natanya Rogoff, Owen Basner, Brett Burstein, and Aubrey Rosenhaus
Members Absent: Ava Annunziato
Member Absent for Vote: Penelope Heller
Motion
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Second by Aubrey Rosenhaus
The Youth Commission requests the Mayor and Commission support the donation of a City owned
venue on an annual basis for the Miami Beach Sr. High School Homecoming so the tickets will be
more affordable for students.
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The Youth Commission urges the Mayor and Commission to support the above request.
Motion Passage: Votes 4-0
• Funding sports teams uniforms (Brett)
• Dual Enrollment (Leslie)
• Florida League of Cities in April
Reviewed prior items and meeting dates:
• Marching Band Uniforms- Reso 2022-32138
• Scoreboard Reso 2022-32140
• Prostart Kitchen Reso 2022-32155
• Education Department Referral to Neighborhoods and Finance in September
• Official Transcript Program – Addition of UF
• STEM funding $275,000 allocation
Meeting of February 28, 2023
Members present: Penelope Heller,
Members absent: Ava Annunziato, Aubrey Rosenhaus, Natanya Rogoff, Owen Basner, Brett Burstein
Welcome & Introductions 4:00 PM
Review and approve January 24, 2023 minutes
Discussed:
• LGBTQ+ Safe Space
• Homecoming Affordability at MBSH
• Florida League of Cities- 2024
Reviewed prior items and meeting dates:
• Marching Band Uniforms- Reso 2022-32138
• Scoreboard Reso 2022-32140
• Prostart Kitchen Reso 2022-32155
• STEM funding $275,000 allocation
Meeting of March 28, 2023
Members present: Penelope Heller, Ava Annunziato, Natanya Rogoff, Brett Burstein
Members absent: Aubrey Rosenhaus, Owen Basner, Oliver William
Welcome & Introductions 4:00 PM
Review and approved February 28, 2023 minutes
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Discussed:
• LGBTQ+ Safe Space
• Youth Job Fair at MBSH, April 21, 2023
• Youth Council Community Service Contest, Florida League of Cities (Deadline: May 31st)
• T-shirt pickup- No One Eats Alone
Reviewed prior items and meeting dates:
• Marching Band Uniforms- Reso 2022-32138
• Scoreboard Reso 2022-32140
• Prostart Kitchen Reso 2022-32155
• STEM funding $275,000 allocation
Meeting of April 25, 2023
Members present: Penelope Heller, Ava Annunziato, Natanya Rogoff, Aubrey Rosenhaus
Members absent: Owen Basner, Brett Burstein, Oliver William
Welcome & Introductions 4:00 PM
Review and approved March 28, 2023 minutes
Discussed:
• LGBTQ+ Safe Space
• Youth Council Community Service Contest, Florida League of Cities
• Nominate a Local Leader (Deadline: May 1, 2023 at 5PM www.miamibeachfl.gov/halloffame )
• T-shirt pickup- No One Eats Alone
• ADL No Place for Hate Event May 10th
• FLC Youth Council Program Survey- Completed
Reviewed prior items and meeting dates:
• Homecoming Affordability at MBSH
• Marching Band Uniforms- Reso 2022-32138
• Scoreboard Reso 2022-32140
• Prostart Kitchen Reso 2022-32155
• STEM funding $275,000 allocation
Meeting of May 23, 2023
Members present: Penelope Heller, Ava Annunziato, Natanya Rogoff, and Owen Basner
Members absent: Aubrey Rosenhaus, Oliver Williams, and Brett Burstein
Welcome & Introductions 4:00 PM
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Review and approved April 25, 2023 minutes
Discussed:
• LGBTQ+ Safe Space
• T-shirt pickup- No One Eats Alone (Ava, Owen, Penelope)
Reviewed prior items and meeting dates:
• Marching Band Uniforms- Reso 2022-32138
• Scoreboard Reso 2022-32140
• Prostart Kitchen Reso 2022-32155
• STEM funding $275,000 allocation
FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
The Youth Commission is in recess until August 22, 2023.
Future meeting dates:
August 22, 2023
September 26, 2023
October 24, 2024
November 14, 2023
January 23, 2024
February 27, 2024
March 19, 2024
April 16, 2024
May 28, 2024
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ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
The Youth Commission requested the Mayor and Commission support the donation of a City-
owned venue on an annual basis for the Miami Beach Sr. High School Homecoming so the tickets
will be more affordable for students. Motion Passage: Votes 4-0
Youth Council Community Service Contest, Florida League of Cities (Deadline: May 31st)
LGBTQ+ Safe Space (Pridelines)
Marching Band Uniforms- Reso 2022-32138
Scoreboard Reso 2022-32140
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