Resolution 2025-33654 RESOLUTION NO. 2025-33654
RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION ACCEPTING THE
RECOMMENDATION OF THE FINANCE AND ECONOMIC RESILIENCE
COMMITTEE AT ITS MAY 7, 2025 MEETING FOR ITEM NB 5 FOR FUNDING
FOR A SHADE STRUCTURE AT MIAMI BEACH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL IN AN
AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $120,000 TO BE CONSIDERED DURING THE FY
2026 BUDGET PROCESS.
WHEREAS, at the February 3, 2025 Commission Meeting, Item C4 AP was referred
to the Finance and Economic Resilience Committee to discuss a possible contribution to
Miami Beach Senior High School (MBSH)to help fund renovations of the field; and
WHEREAS, the MBSH Parent Teacher Student Association (PTSA) raised $24,000 on
Give Miami Day to assist in the renovations of the field, while additional funding is required to
complete the desired upgrades; and
WHEREAS, at the May 7, 2025, Finance and Economic Resilience Committee meeting,
the Committee favorably recommended the inclusion of funding for a shade structure at MBSH in
an amount not to exceed $120,000 as part of the FY 2026 budget process; and
WHEREAS, the Administration has evaluated the request in light of critical financial
considerations, including the City's increasing unfunded capital improvement program, projected
General Fund shortfalls, and new fiscal impacts such as the 2% collection fee imposed by the
Miami-Dade Tax Collector and the passage of Amendment 5 in November 2024.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF
THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, the Mayor and City Commission hereby accept the
recommendation of the Finance and Economic Resilience Committee for funding for a shade
structure at Miami Beach Senior High School in an amount not to exceed $120,000, to be
considered during the FY 2026 budget process.
PASSED and ADOPTED this o1/ day of M7 2025.
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MAY 2 7 2025 Steven Meiner, Mayor
APPROVED AS TO
Rafael E. Granado, City Clerk FORM & LANGUAGE
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MIAMI BEACH
COMMISSION MEMORANDUM
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Commission
FROM: Eric Carpenter, City Manager
DATE: May21, 2025
TITLE: A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION ACCEPTING THE
RECOMMENDATION OF THE FINANCE AND ECONOMIC RESILIENCE
COMMITTEE AT ITS MAY 7, 2025 MEETING FOR ITEM NB 5 FOR THE FUNDING
OF A SHADE STRUCTURE AT MIAMI BEACH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL IN AN
AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $120,000 TO BE CONSIDERED DURING THE FY
2026 BUDGET PROCESS.
RECOMMENDATION
The Administration recommends that while the Mayor and Commission evaluate the Miami Beach
Senior High PTSA Field Shade Structure request, it also carefully consider several critical factors
that will significantly impact the General Fund budget, beginning in FY 2026:
1. The City's increasing unfunded capital improvement program
2. Long-term General Fund financial projections indicating a potential shortfall in upcoming
fiscal years
3. The passage of Amendment 5 in November 2024, which increases the homestead
exemption and further constrains the growth of taxable property values
These considerations are essential to ensure that decisions regarding the Miami Beach Senior
High PTSA Field Shade Structure request align with the City's broader long-term financial stability
and strategic priorities.
The Administration supports the recommendation of the Finance and Economic Resilience
Committee at its May 7, 2025 meeting to consider funding a shade structure at Miami Beach
Senior High School as part of the FY 2026 budget process.
Additionally, the Administration is recommending that any funded component of this request not
be a city-managed project and be a Miami-Dade County Public School (M-DCPS) managed
project.
BACKGROUND/HISTORY
At the February 3, 2025, Commission Meeting, Item C4 AP (Attachment A) was referred to the
Finance and Economic Resiliency Committee to discuss a possible contribution to Miami Beach
Senior High School (MBSH)to help fund renovations of the field.
On Give Miami Day, the MBSH Parent Teacher Student Association (PTSA) raised $24,000,
which has been earmarked for renovations of the field at Principal Alfred Torossian's urging.
Although the field itself is considered by many in the community to be top-notch, many of its
amenities need attention. As the City is investing in a new park/recreational space adjacent to the
field, the existing Joint Use Agreement(JUA)dated November 23, 2021, between the city and M-
DCPS allows for community use of the MBSH field exclusively on Sundays. At the May 7, 2025,
Finance and Economic Resiliency Committee meeting (Attachment B), a favorable motion was
made (3-0)to consider funding a shade structure at Miami Beach Senior High School in an
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amount not to exceed $120,000 as part of the FY 2026 budget process.
ANALYSIS
On March 4, 2025, the MBSH PTSA President, Julie Basner, sent an email (Attachment C) with
an estimated cost for items the MBSH PTSA seeks to purchase and install on the field.
• Shade Structure—$100,000
• Fence for Field—$25,000
• Bleachers—$25,000
• Storage Containers—$10,000
• Goal Post Nets—$50,000
The administration contacted MBSH Principal Alfred Torossian to determine the need for and
interest in the MBSH PTSA request.
On March 4,2025, Principal Torossian transmitted a response via email(Attachment D)indicating
that M-DCPS would purchase and install the following MBSH PTSA requested items:
• Fence for Field
• Bleachers
• Storage Containers
Additionally, Principal Torossian emailed the administration on March 5, 2025 (Attachment E) to
inform them that MBSH does not need goal post nets.
FISCAL IMPACT STATEMENT
FY 2026 $120,000- to be considered during the Fy 2026 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: https:llwww.miamibeachfl.govlcity-hall/citvclerk/meeting-notices/
FINANCIAL INFORMATION
CONCLUSION
Based on information received from the MBSH PTSA and MBSH Principal Torossian, the only
items requested by the PTSA that are not being provided by M-DCPS are the field shade structure
and concrete pad. Per the MBSH PTSA the estimated cost for the preferred shade structure and
concrete pad is approximately $144,000, of which the MBSH PTSA will be contributing $24,000.
Neither the City of Miami Beach Parks Department nor the M-DCPS Procurement Department
has provided an estimate for the shade structure.
Applicable Area
Citywide
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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?
No No
Was this Agenda Item initially requested by a lobbyist which, as defined in Code Sec. 2-481
includes a principal engaged in lobbying? Yes
If so, specify the name of lobbyist(s) and principal(s): Julie Basner, Miami Beach Senior High
PTSA President
Department
Education and Performance Initiatives
Sponsor(sl
Commissioner Alex Fernandez
Co-sponsor(s)
Commissioner Joseph Magazine
Commissioner Laura Dominguez
Condensed Title
Accept Rec/Fund Shade Structure at MBSHS. (Fernandez/Magazine/Dominguez) EPI
Previous Action (For City Clerk Use Only)
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Committee Referrals -C4 AP Attachment A
MIAMI BEACH
COMMISSION MEMORANDUM
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Commission
FROM: Commissioner Alex Fernandez
Commissioner Joseph Magazine
DATE: February 3, 2025
TITLE: REFERRAL TO THE FINANCE AND ECONOMIC RESILIENCY COMMITTEE -
DISCUSS POSSIBLE CONTRIBUTION TO MIAMI BEACH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
TO HELP FUND RENOVATIONS OF FIELD.
RECOMMENDATION
BACKGROUNDIHISTORY
ANALYSIS
Please place on the February 3, 2025 agenda a referral to the Finance and Economic Resiliency
Committee to discuss a possible contribution to Miami Beach Senior High School ("MBHS") to
help fund renovations of the field ("MBHS Field Renovation Project").
On Give Miami Day, the MBHS Parent Teach Student Association ("MBHS PTSA") raised
$24,000 which has been earmarked for renovations of the field at Principal Al Torossian's urging.
Although the field itself is considered by many in the community to be top-notch, many of its
amenities need attention. This is particularly true given the planner construction activities at
Flamingo Park that will impact Beach High's ability to use the field there in the near future. As the
City is investing in a new park/recreational space adjacent to the field, this would be an ideal
optimal time to make improvements to the field. Not only would the students of MBSH benefit, but
the City's recreational clubs and residents could potentially use it as well.
The MBHS PTSA has indicated it would like to include the following improvements as part of the
MBHS Field Renovation Project:
• Provide shade for the bleachers
• Purchase additional bleachers
• Lay concrete or pavers under the existing bleachers (some have, some don't)
• Install a fence or some sort of barrier between the field and the bleachers
• Create a pathway from the entrance gate to the field
• Purchase storage sheds for equipment
• Install benches/seating by the basketball courts
• Landscape along the fence that separates the school from the area where the water towers
are located
• Purchase a net for field goals on the north side
• Ensure there is sufficient lighting to allow for evening games/practices
- Install a PA system for announcers
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The Administration should be prepared to provide a budget for the MBHS Field Renovation
Project at Committee for consideration and discussion.
FISCAL IMPACT STATEMENT
The Fiscal Impact to be determined at Committee.
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:/Iwww.miamibeachfl.gov/city-halllcity-clerklmeetinq-notices/
FINANCIAL INFORMATION
CONCLUSION
Applicable Area
Citywide
Is this a "Residents Riqht to Know" item Is this item related to a G.O. Bond
pursuant to City Code Section 2-17? Project?
No No
Was this Agenda Item initially requested by a lobbyist which, as defined in Code Sec. 2-481.
includes a principal engaged in lobbying? Yes
If so, specify the name of lobbyist(s) and principal(s): Julie Basner. Miami Beach Senior High
PTSA President
Department
City Attorney
Sponsor(sl
Commissioner Alex Fernandez
Commissioner Joseph Magazine
Co-sponsor(s)
Commissioner Laura Dominguez
Condensed Title
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Ref. FERC - Contribution to MBSHS to Fund Field Renovation.
(Fernandez/Magazine/Dominguez)
Previous Action (For City Clerk Use Only(
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NEW BUSINESS 5
MIAMI BEACH
COMMITTEE MEMORANDUM
TO: Finance and Economic Resiliency Committee Members
FROM: Eric Carpenter, City Manager
DATE: May 7. 2025
TITLE: REFERRAL TO THE FINANCE AND ECONOMIC RESILIENCY COMMITTEE -
DISCUSS POSSIBLE CONTRIBUTION TO MIAMI BEACH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
TO HELP FUND RENOVATIONS OF FIELD.
RECOMMENDATION
The Administration recommends that while the Finance and Economic Resiliancy Committee
evaluates Miami Beach Sr. High PTSA Field Renovation Project request, it also carefully
considers several critical factors that will significantly impact the General Fund budget, beginning
in FY 2026:
1. The City's increasing unfunded capital improvement program
2. Long-term General Fund financial projections indicating a potential shortfall in upcoming
fiscal years
3. The recent notification of a $5-6 million annual budget impact on the General Fund due
to the new 2% collection fee imposed by the Miami-Dade Tax Collector
4. The passage of Amendment 5 in November 2024, which increases the homestead
exemption and further constrains the growth of taxable property values
These considerations are essential to ensure that decisions regarding the Miami Beach Sr. High
PTSA Field Renovation Project request align with the City's broader long-term financial stability
and strategic priorities. If the Committee recommends funding the Miami Beach Sr. High PTSA
Field Renovation Project request, the Administration recommends it be considered as part of the
FY 2026 budget process.
Additionally, Administration is recommending that any funded component of this request not be a
city managed project and be a Miami-Dade County Public School (M-DCPS) managed project.
BACKGROUND/HISTORY
At the February 3, 2025 Commission Meeting item C4 AP was referred to the Finance and
Economic Resiliency Commitee to discuss a possible contribution to Miami Beach Senior High
School (`MBSH") to help fund renovations of the field ("MBHS Field Renovation Project").
On Give Miami Day, the MBSH Parent Teacher Student Association ("MBSH PTSA") raised
$24,000 which has been earmarked for renovations of the field at Principal Alfred Torossian's
urging. Although the field itself is considered by many in the community to be top-notch, many of
its amenities need attention. As the City is investing in a new park/recreational space adjacent to
the field, the existing Joint Use Agreement (JUA) dated November 23, 2021 between the city
and M-DCPS allows for community use of the MBSH field exclusively on Sundays.
ANALYSIS
On March 4, 2025 the MBSH PTSA President, Julie Basner. transmitted an email (Attachment A)
with an estimated cost for items the MBSH PTSA is seeking to purchase and install on the field.
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• Shade Structure - $100,000
• Fence for Field - $25,000
• Bleachers - $25,000
• Storage Containers- $10,000
• Goal Post Nets - $50,000
Administration reached to MBSH Principal Alfred Torossian to determine need and interest in the
MBSH PTSA request. On March 4, 2025 Principal Torossian transmitted a response via email
(Attachment B) indicating that M-DCPS would purchase and install the following MBSH PTSA
requested items:
• Fence for Field
• Bleachers
• Storage Containers
Additionally, Principal Torossian informed administration via email on March 5, 2025 (Attachment
C)that MBSH does not need goal post nets.
FISCAL IMPACT STATEMENT
The Fiscal Impact to be determined at Committee.
Does this Ordinance require a Business Impact Estimate?
(FOR ORDINANCES ONLY)
The Business Impact Estimate (BIE) was published on .
See BIE at: https:llwww.miamibeachfl.govlcity-halllcity-clerklmeetinq-notices/
FINANCIAL INFORMATION
CONCLUSION
Based on information received from the MBSH PTSA and MBSH Principal Torossian, the only
item requested by the PTSA that is not being provided by M-DCPS is the field shade structure.
Per the MBSH PTSA the estimated cost for the preferred shade structure is approximately
$100,000. Neither the City of Miami Beach Parks Department, nor the M-DCPS Procurement
Department has provided an estimate for the shade structure.
Applicable Area
Citywide
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?
No No
Was this Agenda Item initially requested by a lobbyist which, as defined in Code Sec. 2-481,
includes a principal engaged in lobbying? Yes
If so, specify the name of lobbyist(s) and principal(s): Julie Basner, Miami Beach Senior High
PTSA President
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Department
Education and Performance Initiatives
Sponsors)
Commissioner Alex Fernandez
Commissioner Joseph Magazine
Co-sponsor(s)
Commissioner Laura Dominguez
Condensed Title
MBHS PTSA Field Renovation Project request.
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Attachment C
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Sent:Tuesday, March 4, 2025 2:09 PM
To: Rosenfeld, Leslie<LeslieRosenfeld@mlanfibeachfl gov>
Cc: Rachel Weissman <rkoltL.n@aol.com>
Subject: Items for MBSH
Hi Leslie,
As per our conversation, here are the estimated costs for the items we'd like to purchase:
Shade structure — $100,000
Fence for field — $25,000
Bleachers — $25,000
Storage containers — $10,000
Goal post nets — $50,000
Mr.Torossian has committed to purchasing the bleachers and the storage containers.
Julie Banner
PTSA President
Miami Beach Senior High
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Attachment D
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Sent:Tuesday, March 4,2025 1:47 PM
To:Rosenfeld, Leslie <Leslie Rosenfeld(amianllbeachfi.goy>
Cc:Fazzino,Tabitha G.<TFazzlnorbdadeschools.net>; Bonce,Gilberto 0. .sgboncey nadeschools.net>
Subject:RE: Cost Projection
Dr.Rosenfeld,
Please find the items listed below the school can take care of. Thank you.
1. Bleachers can be purchased.
2. A work order can be placed for fencing between the bleachers and main fence.
3. We can purchased storage/shipping containers to store equipment.
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Attachment E
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Sent:Wednesday,March 5, 2025 9:35 AM
To:Rosenfeld, Leslie<LeslieRosenfeld@miamibeachfl.gov>
Cc: Fazzino,Tabitha G.<TFazzino n[adadeschools net i Bonce,Gilberto 0.<gbonce@dadeschools.net>
Subject: RE: Cost Projection
Dr.Rosenfeld,
At this time,we do not need a net to stop field goal kicks over the fence. Eventually when the park
is built in the back,we would just need access to the other side to get any balls that are hit over the
fence. It is a simple, cheap way to deal with the occasional times we lose balls over the
fence. Thank you.
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Thank you.
It seems the PTA has also added Goal post nets — $50,000 to the list.
Is this something you can handle as well?
Leslie
Dr. Leslie Rosenfeld, Chief Education and Performance Officer
EDUCATION AND PERFORMANCE INITIATIVES
1700 Convention Center Drive, Miami Beach, FL 33139
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Sent:Tuesday, March 4, 2025 1:47 PM
To: Rosenfeld,Leslie<Leslie Rosenfe'd@m;amibeechtsgov>
Cc: Fazzino,Tabitha G. <T Fazgino@daaescnools.net>; Bonce, Gilberto D.<gbonce@dadeschools.^et>
Subject: RE: Cost Projection
Dr. Rosenfeld,
Please find the items listed below the school can take care of. Thank you.
1. Bleachers can be purchased.
2. A work order can be placed for fencing between the bleachers and main fence.
3. We can purchased storage/shipping containers to store equipment.
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