Resolution 2024-33441RESOLUTION NO. 2024.33441
A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, ACCEPTING THE
RECOMMENDATION OF THE PUBLIC SAFETY AND
NEIGHBORHOOD QUALITY OF LIFE COMMITTEE, AND
APPROVING, BY 517TH VOTE, FOLLOWING A DULY NOTICED
PUBLIC HEARING, CO -NAMING OF 3RD STREET BETWEEN
OCEAN DRIVE AND WASHINGTON AVENUE AS "ROBERT `RAVEN'
KRAFT WAY," SUBJECT TO FINAL APPROVAL OF THE CO -
NAMING BY THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 2-1, RULE
9.02 OF THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY CODE.
WHEREAS, at the October 30, 2024 City Commission meeting, Commissioner
Kristen Rosen Gonzalez referred to the Public Safety and Neighborhood Quality of Life
Committee ("PSNOLC") a proposal to co -name a street in honor of Robert "Raven" Kraft,
along with any amendment to Section 82-503 of the City Code that may be required to
accomplish the co -naming; and
WHEREAS, the proposal was discussed at the November 13, 2024 PSNQLC
meeting, and received favorable recommendations to proceed to the full City Commission
for the co -naming of 30 Street between Ocean Drive and Washington Avenue after Mr.
Kraft, along with necessary amendments to Section 82-503(cx1) of the City Code with a
sunset date; and
WHEREAS, at the December 11, 2024 City Commission meeting, the Mayor and
City Commission adopted an ordinance amending Section 82-503(cx1) of the City Code
to authorize street co -designations in honor of a dedicated athlete, world-renowned streak
runner, and community icon who made significant contributions to the wellness culture of
Miami Beach, with a sunset date of December 31, 2027; and
WHEREAS, Robert "Raven' Kraft has achieved an extraordinary feat, and in
December 30, 2024, Mr. Kraft will be celebrating running daily on the same path for fifty
(50) years on Miami Beach without missing a single day; and
WHEREAS, over the course of his fifty year old streak, Mr. Kraft covered more
than 145,000 miles, and is ranked 6th globally by the United States Streak Runners
Association; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Kraft's dedication has drawn over 3,700 runners from around the
world to join him for his signature 8-mile run, inspiring runners from all 50 states and 100
countries to participate; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Kraft's impact on the City of Miami Beach extends beyond running
— he has performed over seventeen (17) water rescues in Miami Beach, and has
encouraged people of all abilities, including those battling serious health conditions, to
take part in his running challenges; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Kraft's journey has been widely featured in national and
international media, inspiring countless individuals to get active and live healthier lives;
and
WHEREAS, as 3rd Street is a platted, public road, the proposed co -naming must
be approved by the Miami -Dade County Board of County Commissioners pursuant to
Rule 9.02 of Section 2-1 of the Miami -Dade County Code.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT DULY RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, that the Mayor and City
Commission hereby accept the recommendation of the Public Safety and Neighborhood
Quality of Life Committee, and approve, by 5/7'n vote, following a duly noticed public
hearing, the co -naming of 31d Street between Ocean Drive and Washington Avenue as
"Robert 'Raven' Way," subject to final approval of the co -naming by the Miami -Dade
County Board of County Commissioners, in accordance with Section 2-1, rule 9.02 of the
Miami -Dade County Code.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this It day of A0i4el- 2024.
.4teve G Meiner �Mayor
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ATTEST:
Rafael E. Granado, City Clerk
(sponsored by Commissioner Kristen Rosen Gonzalez)
Co -Sponsored by Commissioner Lama Dominguez
Cosponsored by Commissioner Tanya K Bhatt
Co -Sponsored by Commissioner Joseph Magazine
Cosponsored by CommissionerAiex J. Fernandez
APPROVED AS TO
FORM & LANGUAGE
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Granado, Rafael
From:
Granado, Rafael
Sent:
Monday, December 16, 2024 2:58 PM
To:
Reyes, Daniel (DIST5)
cc
Commissioner Eileen Higgins; Fernandez, Maggie M. (DIST5);
eddie.martikring@miamidade.gov; Gonzalez, Jose R.; Williams, Rickelle; Granado, Rafael
Subject:
City of Miami Beach Resolution No. 2024-33441
Attachments:
Resolution 2024-33441 - City of Miami Beach Robert Raven Kraft Way.pdf
Good afternoon, Daniel:
I am forwarding you the attached City of Miami Beach Resolution No. 2024-33441, which details the
City's request to co -name 3rd Street between Ocean Drive and Washington Avenue as "Robert'Raven'
Kraft Way."
Could you kindly confirm if this Resolution will suffice for the County's handling of the City's request, or if
a certified copy will be necessary?
Additionally, if there are any other documents or steps required to facilitate the County's review and
approval process, please let me know.
Thank you for your time and assistance. I took forward to hearing from you.
Thankyou.
Regards,
BEACH
Rafael E. Granado, Esq., City Clerk
OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK
1700 Convention Center Drive, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Tel: 305.673.7411 rafaeleranado@miamibaachfl qov
We are committed to providingexcellent public service and safety to all who live, work and play in our
vibrant, tropical, historic community.
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MIAMI BEACH
COMMISSION MEMORANDUM
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Commission
FROM: City Attorney Ricardo L Dopico
DATE: December 11, 2024 11:07 a.m. Public Hearing
TITLE: A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, ACCEPTING THE RECOMMENDATION OF THE
PUBLIC SAFETY AND NEIGHBORHOOD QUALITY OF LIFE COMMITTEE, AND
APPROVING, BY 5/17TH VOTE, FOLLOWING A DULY NOTICED PUBLIC
HEARING, CO -NAMING OF 3RD STREET BETWEEN OCEAN DRIVE AND
WASHINGTON AVENUE AS "ROBERT 'RAVEN' KRAFT WAY," SUBJECT TO
FINAL APPROVAL OF THE CO -NAMING BY THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY BOARD
OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 2-1, RULE
9-02 OF THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY CODE.
RECOMMENDATION
ANALYSIS
The attached Resolution was prepared at the request of the sponsor, Commissioner Kristen
Rosen Gonzalez, and co-sponsors, Commissioners Laura Dominguez, Tanya K. Shad, Joseph
Magazine, and Alex Fernandez.
FISCAL IMPACT STATEMENT
N/A
Does this Ordinance reauire a Business Impact Estimate?
(FOR ORDINANCES ONLY)
If applicable, the Business Impact Estimate (BIE) was published on:
See BIE at: https:ll w.miamibeachfi.aovtcity-halitcityclerktmeetirm-noticesi
CONCLUSION
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Applicable Area
Citywide
Is this a "Residents Right to Know" Hem. Is this item related to a G.Q. Bond
Pursuant to City Code Section 2-177 Project?
No No
Was this Agenda Item initially requested by a lobbyist which as defined in Code Sec 2-451
includes a principal enuaged in lobbying? No
If so, specify the name of lobbyist(s) and principal(s):
Department
City Attorney
Sponsorts)
Commissioner Kristen Rosen Gonzalez
Co-sponsortsl
Commissioner Laura Dominguez
Commissioner Tanya K. Bhatt
Commissioner Joseph Magazine
Commissioner Alex Fernandez
Condensed Title
11:07 am, PH, Co -Name 3rd St Btwn Ocean Dr- & Washington Ave., Robert"Raven" Kraft
Way. (KRGILD/TBlJM/AF) CA
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