Resolution 2025-33490RESOLUTION NO. 2025-33490
A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, REQUESTING THAT THE CITY OF
MIAMI BEACH'S REGIONAL POSTMASTER TAKE PROACTIVE
ACTION TO MAINTAIN AND UPKEEP THE UNITED STATES POSTAL
SERVICE OFFICES LOCATED AT 445 WEST 40thSTREET AND 1661
WEST AVENUE, AND THEIR SURROUNDING GROUNDS, WITH
SPECIAL ATTENTION TO THE LANDSCAPING AND THE ALLEYS, TO
ENSURE THAT THE PROPERTIES ARE KEPT CLEAN AND
PROPERLY MAINTAINED.
WHEREAS, Post offices and delivery units are the United States Postal Service's
("USPS") front door to the public; and
WHEREAS, people visit them to buy stamps, drop off mail, or pick up a package,
and they're also the workplace for postmasters, clerks, and carriers, which is why it is
important that the USPS facilities and surrounding grounds are clean, safe, and in good
condition; and
WHEREAS, concerns have been raised about the maintenance and upkeep of
the USPS property at 445 West 40th Street (the "Property"), including its landscaping,
adjacent alleys, and overall cleanliness; and
WHEREAS, at its January 9 meeting, the Mayor's 41st Street Blue Ribbon
Advisory Committee passed a unanimous motion requesting for the City Commission to
request the regional Postmaster to maintain and upkeep the Property, specifically the
landscaping and alleys; and
WHEREAS, the proper maintenance of this Property aligns with the shared goals
of promoting a clean, welcoming, and aesthetically pleasing environment for residents
and visitors; and
WHEREAS, in addition, there have been concerns regarding the state and
upkeep of the Post Office located at 1661 West Avenue; and
WHEREAS, the Mayor and City Commission respectfully request that the local
Postmaster take the appropriate and proactive action to ensure the proper maintenance
and upkeep of the USPS offices located at 445 West 40th Street and 1661 West
Avenue, with particular attention to the landscaping, alleys, and overall cleanliness of
the properties.
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 request that the City of Miami Beach's regional Postmaster take
proactive action to maintain and upkeep the United States Postal Service Offices
located at 445 West 40th Street and 1661 West Avenue, and their surrounding grounds,
with special attention to the landscaping and the alleys, to ensure that the properties are
kept clean and properly maintained.
PASSED and ADOPTED this 3
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Rafael E. Granado, City Clerk
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(Sponsored by Commissioner Laura Dominguez)
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: February 3, 2025
TITLE: A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, REQUESTING THAT THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH'S
REGIONAL POSTMASTER TAKE PROACTIVE ACTION TO MAINTAIN AND
UPKEEP THE UNITED STATES POSTAL SERVICE OFFICES LOCATED AT 445
WEST 40th STREET AND 1661 WEST AVENUE, AND THEIR SURROUNDING
GROUNDS, WITH SPECIAL ATTENTION TO THE LANDSCAPING AND THE
ALLEYS, TO ENSURE THAT THE PROPERTIES ARE KEPT CLEAN AND
PROPERLY MAINTAINED.
RECOMMENDATION
BACKGROUND/HISTORY
ANALYSIS
The attached Resolution was prepared at the request of the sponsor, Commissioner Laura
Dominguez.
FISCAL IMPACT STATEMENT
N/A
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:/twww.miamibeachfl.gov/city-hall/city-clerk/meeting-notices/
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FINANCIAL INFORMATION
CONCLUSION
Applicable Area
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Citywide
Is this a "Residents Right to Know" item,
pursuant to City Code Section 2-17?
No
Is this item related to a G.O. Bond
Proiect?
ZITO
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
City Attorney
Sponsor(s)
Commissioner Laura Dominguez
Co-sponsors)
Condensed Title
Req. Postmaster Maintain and Upkeep USPS Ofc., 445 W. 40 St. and 1661 W. Ave.
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Previous Action (For City Clerk Use Only)
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MIAMI BEACH
City of Miami Beach, 1700 Convention Center Drive, Miami Beach, Florida 33139, www.miamibeachfl.gov
Office of the City Clerk
Tel:305-673-7411
February 6, 2025
Louis DeJoy, Postmaster General & Chief Executive Officer
USPS
475 L'Enfant Plaza SW
Washington, DC 20260
Dear Postmaster General & Chief Executive Officer DeJoy,
Attached please find a copy of City of Miami Beach Resolution No. 2025-33490:
A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, REQUESTING THAT THE CITY OF MIAMI
BEACH'S REGIONAL POSTMASTER TAKE PROACTIVE ACTION TO
MAINTAIN AND UPKEEP THE UNITED STATES POSTAL SERVICE OFFICES
LOCATED AT 445 WEST 40TH STREET AND 1661 WEST AVENUE, AND
THEIR SURROUNDING GROUNDS, WITH SPECIAL ATTENTION TO THE
LANDSCAPING AND THE ALLEYS, TO ENSURE THAT THE PROPERTIES
ARE KEPT CLEAN AND PROPERLY MAINTAINED.
(Sponsored by Commissioner Laura Dominguez)
This Resolution was passed and adopted by the Mayor and City Commission of the City of Miami
Beach on February 3, 2025.
Respectfully,
l�
Rafael E. Granado
City Clerk
c: Commissioner Laura Dominguez
MIAMI BEACH
City of Miami Beach, 1700 Convention Center Drive, Miami Beach, Florida 33139, www.miamibeachfi.gov
Office of the City Clerk
Tel: 305-673-7411
February 6, 2025
Carlisa Brannon, Regional Postmaster
Miami Beach Post Office
1300 Washington Avenue
Miami Beach, FL 33139
Dear Regional Postmaster Brannon,
Attached please find a copy of City of Miami Beach Resolution No. 2025-33490:
A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, REQUESTING THAT THE CITY OF MIAMI
BEACH'S REGIONAL POSTMASTER TAKE PROACTIVE ACTION TO
MAINTAIN AND UPKEEP THE UNITED STATES POSTAL SERVICE OFFICES
LOCATED AT 445 WEST 40TH STREET AND 1661 WEST AVENUE, AND
THEIR SURROUNDING GROUNDS, WITH SPECIAL ATTENTION TO THE
LANDSCAPING AND THE ALLEYS, TO ENSURE THAT THE PROPERTIES
ARE KEPT CLEAN AND PROPERLY MAINTAINED.
(Sponsored by Commissioner Laura Dominguez)
This Resolution was passed and adopted by the Mayor and City Commission of the City of Miami
Beach on February 3, 2025.
Respectfully,
Rafael E. Granado
City Clerk
c: Commissioner Laura Dominguez
MIAMI BEACH
City of Miami Beach, 1700 Convention Center Drive, Miami Beach, Florida 33139, www.miamibeachfl.gov
Office of the City Clerk
Tel: 305-673-7411
February 6, 2025
Regional Postmaster
Ocean View Post Office
445 W 40th Street
Miami Beach, FL 33140
Dear Regional Postmaster,
Attached please find a copy of City of Miami Beach Resolution No. 2025-33490:
A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, REQUESTING THAT THE CITY OF MIAMI
BEACH'S REGIONAL POSTMASTER TAKE PROACTIVE ACTION TO
MAINTAIN AND UPKEEP THE UNITED STATES POSTAL SERVICE OFFICES
LOCATED AT 445 WEST 40TH STREET AND 1661 WEST AVENUE, AND
THEIR SURROUNDING GROUNDS, WITH SPECIAL ATTENTION TO THE
LANDSCAPING AND THE ALLEYS, TO ENSURE THAT THE PROPERTIES
ARE KEPT CLEAN AND PROPERLY MAINTAINED.
(Sponsored by Commissioner Laura Dominguez)
This Resolution was passed and adopted by the Mayor and City Commission of the City of Miami
Beach on February 3, 2025.
Respectfully,
`%�
Rafael E. Granado
City Clerk
c: Commissioner Laura Dominguez
MIAMI BEACH
City of Miami Beach, 1700 Convention Center Drive, Miami Beach, Florida 33139, www.miamibeachfl.gov
Office of the City Clerk
Tel: 305-673-7411
February 6, 2025
Regional Postmaster
Carl Fisher Post Office
1661 West Avenue
Miami Beach, FL 33139
Dear Regional Postmaster,
Attached please find a copy of City of Miami Beach Resolution No. 2025-33490:
A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, REQUESTING THAT THE CITY OF MIAMI
BEACH'S REGIONAL POSTMASTER TAKE PROACTIVE ACTION TO
MAINTAIN AND UPKEEP THE UNITED STATES POSTAL SERVICE OFFICES
LOCATED AT 445 WEST 40TH STREET AND 1661 WEST AVENUE, AND
THEIR SURROUNDING GROUNDS, WITH SPECIAL ATTENTION TO THE
LANDSCAPING AND THE ALLEYS, TO ENSURE THAT THE PROPERTIES
ARE KEPT CLEAN AND PROPERLY MAINTAINED.
(Sponsored by Commissioner Laura Dominguez)
This Resolution was passed and adopted by the Mayor and City Commission of the City of Miami
Beach on February 3, 2025.
Respectfully,
Rafael E. Granado
City Clerk
c: Commissioner Laura Dominguez