Resolution 2024-33284 •
RESOLUTION NO.' 2024-33284
A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY
OF MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, ACCEPTING THE RECOMMENDATION OF
THE FINANCE AND ECONOMIC RESILIENCY COMMITTEE AT ITS MAY 24,
2024 MEETING AND AUTHORIZE THE CITY ADMINISTRATION TO
IMPLEMENT A PILOT PROGRAM FOR THE INSTALLATION OF A NEW
SOLAR-POWERED LIGHTING DISPLAY AT LUMMUS PARK, INCLUDING
A THREE-MONTH MAINTENANCE PLAN, IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO
EXCEED $95,000.00, TO BE FUNDED DURING THE FY 2025 BUDGET
PROCESS.
WHEREAS, at the February 21, 2024 City Commission meeting, the City Commission
referred an item by Mayor Steven Meiner (item C4 Q) to the Finance and Economic Resiliency
Committee ("FERC") to discuss taking whatever actions necessary, including allocating funding,
for electricity and infrastructure upgrades in order to provide permanent palm tree lighting in
Lummus Park; and
WHEREAS, the string lights currently installed on the palm trees at Lummus Park were
originally installed as a temporary installation in 2020, and are now beyond their useful life; and
WHEREAS, since their installation, the lights have required extensive repairs and have
strained the existing electrical infrastructure in the Park; and
WHEREAS, at the May 24, 2024 meeting of the Finance and Economic Resiliency
Committee, the Facilities Management Division presented three (3) options to execute electrical
upgrades and install permanent lighting displays at Lummus Park, including two options for
installation of solar-powered lighting displays; and
WHEREAS, FERC members unanimously voted to have this item heard by the full City
Commission with a favorable recommendation of prioritizing a pilot project for the Lummus Park
solar-powered lighting during the FY 2025 budget process; and
WHEREAS, Miami Christmas Lights, the City's holiday lighting and decor vendor, has
submitted a proposal for the installation of a solar panel, battery pack, and warm white LED solar-
powered lighting for 65 palm trees palm trees at Lummus Park(the "Pilot Program"); and
WHEREAS, the Miami Christmas Lights recommends the purchase of a monthly
-- maintenance plan for the Lummus Park Pilot Program, which includes weekly site checks,
required repairs and replacement of any equipment as needed; and
WHEREAS, the total cost for implementation of the Lummus Park Pilot Program for 65
palm trees, inclusive of a monthly maintenance plan for a period of three months, is $95,000.00;
and
WHEREAS installation of a solar-powered lighting display at Lummus Park would
eliminate the need for any electrical upgrades, as well reduce ongoing electricity costs for the
City; and
WHEREAS, the proposed warm white LED lights are sea turtle-friendly, reducing the risk
of disorientation for nesting and hatchling sea turtles; and
WHEREAS, this environmentally conscious choice supports local wildlife conservation
efforts and aligns with the City of Miami Beach vision; and
WHEREAS, by initiating this pilot program, the City aims to enhance Lummus Park's
appeal, protect local wildlife, and manage City resources more efficiently.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT DULY RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, that the Mayor and City
Commission hereby accept the recommendation of the Finance and Economic Resiliency
Committee at its May 24, 2024 meeting, and authorize the City Administration to implement a pilot
program for the installation of a new solar-powered lighting display at Lummus Park, including a
three-month maintenance plan, in an amount not to exceed $95,000.00, to be funded in FY 2025
budget process.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this II day of Stet. 2024.
ATTEST:
Steven Meiner, Mayor
SEP 1 7 2024
Rafael E. Granado, City Clerk
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Sponsored by Mayor Steven Meiner
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MIAMI BEACH
COMMISSION MEMORANDUM
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Commission
FROM: Eric Carpenter, City Manager
DATE: September 11, 2024
TITLE: A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, ACCEPTING THE RECOMMENDATION OF THE
FINANCE AND ECONOMIC RESILIENCY COMMITTEE AT ITS MAY 24, 2024
MEETING AND AUTHORIZE THE CITY ADMINISTRATION TO IMPLEMENT A
PILOT PROGRAM FOR THE INSTALLATION OF A NEW SOLAR-POWERED
LIGHTING DISPLAY AT LUMMUS PARK, INCLUDING A THREE-MONTH
MAINTENANCE PLAN, IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $95,000.00, TO BE
FUNDED DURING THE FY 2025 BUDGET PROCESS.
RECOMMENDATION
BACKGROUND/HISTORY
ANALYSIS
FISCAL IMPACT STATEMENT
TBD
Does this Ordinance require a Business Impact Estimate?
(FOR ORDINANCES ONLY)
The Business Impact Estimate (BIE)was published on . See BIE at:
https://www.miamibeachfl.gov/city-hall/city-clerk/meeting-notices/
FINANCIAL INFORMATION
CONCLUSION
Applicable Area
South Beach
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Is this a "Residents Right to Know" item, Is this item related to a G.O. Bond
pursuant to City Code Section 2-17? Project?,
Yes No
Was this Agenda Item initially requested by a lobbyist which, as defined in Code Sec. 2-481,
includes a principal engaged in lobbying? No
If so, specify the name of lobbyist(s) and principal(s):
Department
Facilities and Fleet Management
Sponsor(s)
Mayor Steven Meiner
Co-sponsor(s)
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MIAMI BEACH
COMMISSION MEMORANDUM
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Commission
FROM: Rickelle Williams, Interim City Manager ?FA)
DATE: June 26, 2024
TITLE: A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, ACCEPTING THE RECOMMENDATION OF THE
FINANCE AND ECONOMIC RESILIENCY COMMITTEE AT ITS MAY 24, 2024
MEETING AND AUTHORIZE THE CITY ADMINISTRATION TO IMPLEMENT A
PILOT PROGRAM FOR THE INSTALLATION OF A NEW SOLAR-POWERED
LIGHTING DISPLAY AT LUMMUS PARK, INCLUDING A THREE-MONTH
MAINTENANCE PLAN, IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $95,000.00, TO BE
FUNDED DURING THE FY 2025 BUDGET PROCESS.
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the Mayor and City Commission approve the Resolution.
BACKGROUND/HISTORY
At the February 21, 2024, City Commission meeting, the City Commission referred an item by
Mayor Steven Meiner(item C4 Q)to the Finance and Economic Resiliency Committee(FERC)to
discuss taking whatever actions necessary, including allocating funding, for electricity and
infrastructure upgrades in order to provide permanent palm tree lighting in Lummus Park.
The string lights currently installed on the palm trees at Lummus Park were originally installed as
a temporary installation in 2020 and are now beyond their useful life. Since their installation, the
lights have required extensive repairs and have strained the existing electrical infrastructure in
the Park.
ANALYSIS
At the May 24, 2024, FERC meeting the Facilities Management Division presented three (3)
options to execute electrical upgrades and install permanent lighting displays at Lummus Park,
including two options for installation of solar-powered lighting displays.
The members of the Finance and Economic Resiliency Committee unanimously voted to have
this item heard at City Commission with a favorable recommendation of prioritizing a pilot program
for the installation of solar-powered lighting at Lummus Park during the FY 2025 budget process.
The proposed warm white LED solar-powered lighting display would eliminate the need for any
electrical upgrades at Lummus Park,as well reduce ongoing electricity costs for the City. Miami
Christmas Lights, the City's holiday lighting and decor vendor, has submitted a proposal for the
installation of a solar panel, battery pack,and warm white LED solar-powered lighting for 65 palm
trees at Lummus Park (the Lummus Park Pilot Program).
Supplementary to the installation of the new photovoltaic equipment and LED string lights, Miami
Christmas Lights has recommended the purchase of a monthly maintenance plan for the Lummus
Park Pilot Program, that includes weekly site checks, required repairs and replacement of any
equipment as needed.
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The total cost for implementation of the Lummus Park Pilot Program for 65 palm trees, inclusive
of a monthly maintenance plan for a period of three (3) months is $95,000.00. The proposed
Lummus Park Pilot Program would enhance Lummus Park's appeal, protect local wildlife, and
manage City resources more efficiently.
FISCAL IMPACT STATEMENT
TBD
Does this Ordinance require a Business Impact Estimate?
(FOR ORDINANCES ONLY)
The Business Impact Estimate(BIE)was published on . See BIE at:
https://www.miam ibeachfl.gov/city-hall/city-clerk/m eeting-notices/
FINANCIAL INFORMATION
The fiscal impact for implementation of the Lummus Park Pilot Program for 65 palm trees,
inclusive of a monthly maintenance plan for a period of three months, is $95,000.00 proposed for
funding in FY 2025.
CONCLUSION
Based on the foregoing, the Administration recommends the Mayor and City Commission accept
the recommendation of the Finance and Economic Resiliency Committee at its May 24, 2024,
meeting and authorize the City Administration to implement a pilot program for the installation of
a new solar-powered lighting display at Lummus Park,including a three-month maintenance plan,
in an amount not to exceed$95,000.00, to be funded in FY 2025 budget process.
Applicable Area
South Beach
Is this a "Residents Right to Know" item, Is this item related to a G.O.Bond
pursuant to City Code Section 2-17? Project?
Yes No
Was this Agenda Item initially requested by a lobbyist which, as defined in Code Sec.2-481,
includes a principal engaged in lobbying? No
If so, specify the name of lobbyist(s)and principal(s):
Department
Facilities and Fleet Management
Sponsor(s)
Mayor Steven Meiner
Co-sponsor(s)
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