Resolution 2024-33435RESOLUTION NO. 2024-33435
A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, DIRECTING THE ADMINISTRATION
TO TAKE ALL NECESSARY STEPS TO IMPLEMENT LIGHTING AND
SIDEWALK IMPROVEMENTS ON COLLINS AVENUE BETWEEN STH
STREET AND 15TH STREET CONSISTENT WITH THE DESIGN TO BE
USED ON OCEAN DRIVE, AS PART OF THE ONGOING EFFORTS TO
ENHANCE PUBLIC SPACES, SAFETY, AND AESTHETICS IN MIAMI
BEACH; AND FURTHER, DIRECTING THE ADMINISTRATION TO
MAKE THIS PROJECT A PRIORITY DURING THE FY 2026 BUDGET
PROCESS.
WHEREAS, Collins Avenue, a major thoroughfare in the City of Miami Beach,
plays a significant role in the City's tourism and economic activity, connecting various
neighborhoods and providing access to the beach, cultural attractions, and businesses;
and
WHEREAS, the City of Miami Beach is committed to enhancing its public spaces
and improving the experience for residents, visitors, and businesses by investing in
infrastructure improvements that create pedestrian -friendly, accessible, and aesthetically
pleasing environments; and
WHEREAS, the City of Miami Beach has already made significant progress in the
design and planning of lighting and sidewalk improvements as part of the voter -approved
General Obligation (GO.) Bond Ocean Drive Corridor Improvement Project, which aims
to revitalize the Ocean Drive area through improved streetscapes, lighting, and public
amenities; and
WHEREAS, Collins Avenue, like Ocean Drive, is a vital part of Miami Beach's
iconic streetscape and requires similar attention to improve lighting and sidewalks,
enhance pedestrian safety, and foster an inviting atmosphere for residents and visitors;
and
WHEREAS, the design for lighting and sidewalk improvements on Ocean Drive is
pedestrian -focused, emphasizing safety, accessibility, and aesthetic appeal, and should
serve as the basis for similar improvements on Collins Avenue; and
WHEREAS, the City Commission desires to direct the Administration to pursue
similar lighting and sidewalk improvements for Collins Avenue between 5th Street and
15th Street, utilizing the same design concepts to ensure consistency and improve the
pedestrian experience along this important corridor; and
WHEREAS, as Collins Avenue is a State Road, the proposed lighting and sidewalk
improvements will require coordination with and approval from the Florida Department of
Transportation (FDOT); and
WHEREAS, the City Administration should explore whether any state funding is
available for the proposed improvements, in addition to City funding, to help offset project
costs; and
WHEREAS, the City Commission recognizes that implementing these
improvements will require community engagement and input, as well as obtaining
necessary approvals from the Historic Preservation Board, the G.O. Bond Oversight
Committee, and the City Commission to ensure the project aligns with the City's long-
term vision and regulatory requirements; and
WHEREAS, the Commission desires to make this project a priority capital project
during the FY 2026 budget process.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, that the Mayor and City
Commission hereby direct the City Administration to take all necessary steps to
implement lighting and sidewalk improvements on Collins Avenue between 5th Street and
15th Street, consistent with the design to be used on Ocean Drive, as part of the ongoing
efforts to enhance public spaces, safety, and aesthetics in Miami Beach; and further,
directing the Administration to make this project a priority during the FY 2026 budget
process.
PASSED and ADOPTED THIS !t day of De(e4el 2024.
ATTEST:
DEC j ; 2024 Steven Meiner, Mayor
Rafael E. Granada, City Clerk
(Sponsored by Commissioner Kristen Rosen Gonzalez)
APPROVED AS TO
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MIAMI BEACH
COMMISSION MEMORANDUM
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Commission
FROM: City Attorney Ricardo J. Dopico
DATE: December 11, 2024
TITLE'. A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, DIRECTING THE ADMINISTRATION TO TAKE ALL
NECESSARY STEPS TO IMPLEMENT LIGHTING AND SIDEWALK
IMPROVEMENTS ON COLLINS AVENUE BETWEEN 5TH STREET AND 15TH
STREET CONSISTENT WITH THE DESIGN TO BE USED ON OCEAN DRIVE, AS
PART OF THE ONGOING EFFORTS TO ENHANCE PUBLIC SPACES, SAFETY,
AND AESTHETICS IN MIAMI BEACH; AND FURTHER DIRECTING THE
ADMINISTRATION TO MAKE THIS PROJECT A PRIORITY DURING THE FY 2026
BUDGET PROCESS,
ANALYSIS
The attached Resolution was prepared at the request of the sponsor, Commissioner Kristen
Rosen Gonzalez.
The sponsor of this item requests that the Administration be prepared to address the fiscal impact
of this proposed measure as part of the FY 2026 annual budget process.
Does this Ordinance require a Business Impact Estimate?
(FOR ORDINANCES ONLY)
If applicable, the Business Impact Estimate (BIE) was published on:
See BIE at: httos://www.miamibeachfl.(iovtcity-hallicityclerk/meeting-noticesl
CONCLUSION
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Applicable Area
Citywide
Is this a "Residents Riaht to Know" item. Is this item related to a G.G. Bond
Pursuant to City Code Section 2-177 Proiect?
No No
Was this Agenda Item initially teguested by a lobbyist which, as defined in Code Sec. 2481
includes a principal engaged in lobbying? No
If so, specify the name of lobbyist(s) and principal(s):
Department
City Attorney
Sponsorial
Commissioner Kristen Rosen Gonzalez
Co-sponsor(s)
Condensed Title
Implement Lighting and Sidewalk Improvements on Collins Ave. Between Sth St. and 15th St.
(Rosen Gonzalez) CA
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