Resolution 2024-33440RESOLUTION NO, 2024-33440
A RESOLUTION A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, APPROVING,
BY 517TH VOTE, FOLLOWING A DULY NOTICED PUBLIC HEARING ON
DECEMBER 11, 2024, PURSUANT TO SECTION 82-504 (A) OF THE CITY
CODE, THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A COMMEMORATIVE PLAQUE
LOCATED ON 3RD STREET AND THE BEACHWALK, IN HONOR OF
ROBERT "RAVEN" KRAFT.
WHEREAS, On December 30, 2024, Robert "Raven' Kraft will be celebrating
running daily on the same path for 50 years on Miami Beach without missing a single day;
and
WHEREAS, Robert "Raven" Kraft has ranked 6th globally by the United States
Streak Runners' Association, his dedication has drawn over 3,700 runners from around
the world to join him for his signature 8-mile run, and has inspired runners from all 50
states and 100 countries to participate; and
WHEREAS, Kraft has performed 17 water rescues in Miami Beach, and has
encouraged people of all abilities, including those battling serious health conditions, to
take part in his runs, inspiring countless individuals to get active and live healthier lives;
and
WHEREAS, at the October 30, 2024, City Commission meeting, the Mayor and
City Commission referred a discussion item regarding installing a plaque on the
Beachwalk in honor of Robert "Raven" Kraft to the Public Safety and Neighborhood
Quality of Life Committee (the "Committee"); and
WHEREAS, at its November 13, 2024, meeting, the Committee discussed and
recommended the installation of a commemorative plaque on 3rtl Street and the
Beachwalk in Robert "Raven" Kraft's honor, and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 82-504(a) of the City Code, establishing a
memorial plaque requires a public hearing, with notice of the public hearing regarding the
establishment of the memorial plaque published at least ten days prior to the hearing in
a newspaper of general circulation in the City.
WHEREAS, on November 20, 2024, the Mayor and City Commission adopted
Resolution No. 202433366, accepting the recommendation of the Committee to approve
the establishment of a commemorative plaque on 3f6 Street and the Beachwalk, and set
a public hearing on December 11, 2024, pursuant to Section 82-504 (a) (6) of the City
Code, directing the City Clerk to provide public notice of the hearing
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT DULY RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, that the Mayor and City
approve, by 5/7ths vote, following a duly noticed public hearing on December 11, 2024,
pursuant to Section 82-504(a) of the City Code, the establishment of a commemorative
plaque, located on 311 Street and the Beachwalk, in honor of Robert "Raven" Kraft.
PASSED and ADOPTED this // day of-&TewiaOV _ 2024.
ATTEST:
DEC 12 2924
Rafael E. Granada, City Clerk
Sponsored by Commissioner Wien Rosen Gonzalez
Co -Sponsored by Commissioner Laura Dominguez
Cosponsored by Commissioner Tanya K Bhatt
Cosponsored by Commissioner Joseph Magazine
Cosponsored by Commissioner Alex J. Fernandez
S even MI einer, Mayor
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MIAMI BEACH
COMMISSION MEMORANDUM
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Commission
FROM: Eric Carpenter, City Manager
DATE: December 11, 2024 11:06 a.m. Public Hearing
TITLE: A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, APPROVING, BY 517TH VOTE, FOLLOWING A DULY
NOTICED PUBLIC HEARING ON DECEMBER 11, 2024, PURSUANT TO SECTION
82-504 (A) OF THE CITY CODE, THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A COMMEMORATIVE
PLAQUE LOCATED ON 3RD STREET AND THE BEACHWALK, IN HONOR OF
ROBERT RAVEN KRAFT.
RECOMMENDATION
The Administration recommends approving by 5/7ths vote, the establishment of a commemorative
plaque on 3rd Street and the Beachwalk in honor of Robert "Raven" Kraft, following a duly noticed
public hearing pursuant to Section 82-504(a) of the City Code.
On October 30, 2024, the Mayor and City Commission approved the referral of item C4 AE,
sponsored by Commissioner Rosen -Gonzalez, and co -sponsored by Commissioner Dominguez,
Commissioner Shaft and Commissioner Magazine, to the Public Safety and Neighborhood Quality
of Life Committee ("PSNQLC") to discuss installing a plaque on the Beachwalk in honor Robert
`Raven" Kraft.
On November 13, 2024. the PSNQLC discussed the item and recommended in favor of
establishing a commemorative plaque in Robert"Raven" Kraft's honor.
ANALYSIS
On November 20, 2024, the Mayor and City Commission adopted a Resolution accepting the
recommendation from the November 13, 2024, PSNQLC meeting to approve the establishment
of the commemorative plaque on 3b Street and the Beachwalk in honor Of Robert "Raven" Kraft.
Furthermore, said Resolution set a public hearing on December 11, 2024, pursuant to Section
82-504 (a) of the City Code, to consider whetherto approve the proposed commemorative plaque
by a 5/7ths vole; and directed the City Clerk to provide public notice of the hearing consistent with
the requirements of Section 82-504(a)(6).
On December 30, 2024, Robert Raven" Kraft will be celebrating running daily on the same path
for 50 years on Miami Beach without missing a single day. Over the course of his streak, he has
covered more than 145,000 miles. Ranked 6th globally by the United States Streak Runnars
Association, Raven's dedication has drawn over 3,700 runners from around the world to join him
for his signature 8-mile run. Not only does he track their runs and award nicknames, but he also
fosters a strong sense of community, having inspired runners from all 50 states and 100 countries
to participate. His impact goes beyond running, Raven has performed 17 water rescues in Miami
Beach, and has encouraged people of all abilities, including those battling serious health
conditions, to take part in his runs. Raven's journey has been widely featured in national and
international media, inspiring countless individuals to get active and live healthier lives
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The Administration recommends honoring the life and accomplishments of Robert "Raven" Kraft
with a commemorative plaque to be installed on 3rd (Third) Street and the Beachwalk (the
`Project"). The Project will consist of installation of the commemorative plaque, including design,
fabrication, installation, and necessary improvements to the area.
FISCAL IMPACT STATEMENT
The fiscal impact of this Project is approximately $2,500.00.
Does this Ordinance require a Business impact Estimate?
(FOR ORDINANCES ONLY)
If applicable, the Business Impact Estimate (BIE) was published on:
See BIE at: https:llwww.miamibeachfl.aov/citvfiaiticityclerk/meeting-notices!
Funding for this Project has been appropriated in the following account
520-1720.000342-
CONCLUSION
The Administration recommends approving by 5l7ths vote, the establishment of a commemorative
plaque on 3rd Street and the Beachwalk in honor of Robert `Raven" Kraft, following a duty noticed
public hearing pursuant to Section 82-504(a) of the City Code.
Applicable Area
South Beach
Is this a "Residents Right to Know" hem. Is this item related to a G.O. Bond
pursuant to City Code Section 2-177 Project?
Yes
Was this Agenda Item initially requested by a tobbvist which, as defined in Code Sec. 2d81.
includes a principal engaged in lobbying? No
If so, specify the name of lobbyist(s) and principal(s):
Department
Facilities and Fleet Management
Sponsgris)
Commissioner Kristen Rosen Gonzalez
Cc aponsorfst
Commissioner Laura Dominguez
Commissioner Tanya K. Bhatt
Commissioner Joseph Magazine
Commissioner Alex Fernandez
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Condensed Title
11.00 a.m. PH, Approve Commemorative Plaque in Honor of Robert Raven Kraft.
(KRG/LD/TB/JM/AF) FF 5/7
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