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Resolution 2025-33817 RESOLUTION NO. 202533817 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 AT ITS JULY 9, 2025 MEETING, TO APPROVE A CULINARY EXCHANGE INITIATIVE IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE PARIS ILE-DE-FRANCE CHAMBER OF TRADE AND CRAFTS, INCLUDING HOSTING A DELEGATION OF FRENCH CULINARY STUDENTS IN OCTOBER 2025. WHEREAS, on February 26, 2025, at the request of Commissioner Rosen- Gonzalez, the Mayor and City Commission referred to the Public Safety and Neighborhood Quality of Life Committee (PSNQLC) a proposal to launch a culinary exchange program in collaboration with the Paris Ile-de-France Chamber of Trade and Crafts (the "Paris Chamber"), including hosting French culinary students in Miami Beach; and WHEREAS, to advance its interests in Florida, the Paris Chamber partners with the Florida chapter of the French American Association of Crafts and Trades(the "French American Association") to promote French artisanal crafts statewide and encourage international mobility of craftworkers from the Paris region; and WHEREAS, the French American Association has strengthened its local presence by expanding access to training and education for emerging talent, including organizing its annual "Best Baguette and Best Croissant Competition" in Miami Beach; and WHEREAS, the Paris Chamber's proposed exchange, beginning this year, would bring French pastry and bakery trainees and instructors to Miami Beach for hands-on collaboration with local students and professionals, creating a bilateral pipeline for talent, innovation, and partnership; and WHEREAS, hosting this delegation in October 2025 presents a unique opportunity to showcase Miami Beach as a global culinary destination, with limited City staff support required to ensure a strategically beneficial program; and WHEREAS, on July 9, 2025, the PSNQLC reviewed the proposal and unanimously recommended City Commission approval, recognizing the chance to amplify Miami Beach's global brand and fuRher establish the City as a leader in educational and international collaboration; and WHEREAS, while the immediate goal is to establish the October 2025 pilot exchange, a broader vision includes positioning Miami Beach as a recognized center for international culinary education, for example, partnering with local schools and the Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau's (GMCVB) Culinary Arts Program; and WHEREAS, a thoughtfully designed educational exchange provides an opportunity to strengthen international ties, deepen cultural understanding, and enhance Miami Beach's global reputation; and WHEREAS, the Administration recommends approving a pilot culinary exchange with the Paris Ile-de-France Chamber and the French American Association, leveraging the City's established hospitality partners and resources, beginning with the October 2025 delegation. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT DULY RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COMMISSIONERS OF THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, that the Mayor and City Commission hereby accept accepting the recommendation of the Public Safety and Neighborhood Quality of Life Committee at its July 9, 2025 meeting, to approve a culinary exchange initiative in partnership with the Paris Ile-de-France Chamber of Trade and Crafts, including hosting a delegation of French culinary students in October 2025. PASSED AND ADOPTED this a3 day of �K��'I/ , 2025. � ATTEST: / � � :U! 2 5 ?025 �(-�- Rafael E. Granado, City Clerk teven Meiner, Mayor (sponsoFed by Commissioner Kristen Rosen-Gonzalez) �es"�,B�,c'�", �.,�/�y, r ,+7'•-w��`; ,'s ��IM(OAP OARED! S i, ' y i �.. ..,9R.. �.. ,^e_• ���,C{:j-Z6..: APPROVED AS TO FORM 8 LANGUAGE & FOR EXECUTION �v;��� � Zz 2S �� ��tyAttomeV Deb Resolutions -C7 I MIAMIBEACH COMMISSION MEMORANDUM TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the Ciry Commission FROM: Eric Carpenter, Ciry Manager DATE: July 23, 2025 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 AT ITS JULY 9, 2025 MEETING, TO APPROVE A CULINARY EXCHANGE INITIATIVE IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE PARIS 1LE-DE-FRANCE CHAMBER OF TRADE AND CRAFTS, INCLUDING HOSTING A DELEGATION OF FRENCH CULINARY STUDENTS IN OCTOBER 2025. RECOMMENDATION The Administration recommends approval of the ResoWtion. BACKGROUNDIHISTORY On February 26, 2025, the Mayor and City Commission referred ro Ihe Public Safety and Neighborhood Quality ot Life Committee (PSNQLC) at the request of Commissioner Rosen- Gonzalez, a discussion abou� initiating a culinary exchange program in collaboration with the Paris ile-de-France Chamber of Trade and Crafts (the "Paris Chamber") including a proposal to host French culinary students in Miami Beach this year. The Paris Chamber is a public institution charged with promotion and support of the craft trades in Frence, from vocational training Ihrough small-business incubation. To promote its interests in Florida, ihe Paris Chamber has a partnership with Ihe Flonda chapter of the French American Association of Crafts and Trades (the "French American Association"). Working together under French leadership, both organizations promote the French artisanal crafts throughout Florida and encourage international mobility of French craftworkers from the Paris metropolilan region. (See Attachment A) The French American Associa[ion has established efforts in the City of Miami Beach in support of its goal of increasing access, to Iraining and education for younger members of the labor force. Each year,�he organization organizes the annual"Best Baguette and Best Croissant Competition" in Miami Beach. Recently, the competi[ion's three top contestants, students at the Miami School of Bakery, were awarded with a trip to France to participate in the annual "Fete du Pain" festival, which celebrates the significance of bread in French culture. On July 9, 2025, the PSNQLC discussed the proposed initiative and recommended favorably for City Commission support. The PSN�LC was receptive to City staffs p�eliminary planning ideas, which include leveraging the expertise and resources of Miami-area culinary and hospitality industry partners. The discussion induded a presentation from Sodexo Live which proposed a "Culinary Exchange Day" at lhe Miami Beach Convention Centec (See Attachment B) 410 of 1791 ANALYSIS Benefits of CWtural Exchanqe According ro the French American Associalion, South Florida's artisan bakery sector is booming, yet local businesses increasingly report a shortage of highly trained culinary staff. As proposed in an inaugurel pilot, the initial October 2025 exchange would expose visiting pastry and bakery vocational trainees to local students and professionals, crealing a bilateral pipeline of talent, innovalion, and partnership. By immersing French apprentices in Miami Beach's multicultural food scene, where Latin American, Caribbean, and regional flavors intersect, participants will gain local knowledge about menu development and kitchen operetions. Likewise, Miami Beach participants would benefit from the acclaimed French technique for pastry and bakery arts. Beyond technical training, an exchange program promotes the sharing of cultural experiences and amplifies Miami Beach's global brand. Miami Beach would further establish itself as a leader in multicultural cuisine, educational opportunity, and inlernational talenL From an ewnomic development perspective, visiting students and instructors will generete incremental tourism revenue and initial success of the partnership may lay the groundwork for future endeavors across other industries. October 2025 Student Visit As proposed, this unique opportunity to showcase Miami Beach as a global culinary destination will include the City welcoming six to eighl French culinary students and hvo instructors in October 2025. To enswe a stretegically beneficial progrem, City staff proposes efforts to support success in several ways: . Explore partnerships with local restaurants, hotels, and leadership to host hands-on training, menu development sessions, and cooking roundtables, for example, the event proposed by Sodexo, the Convention Center's food and beverege provider. . Defne clear leaming objectives, such as cross-culWral culinary exploralion andlortraining opportunities, such as learning about large-scale venue food and beverage operalions. • Help design a program structure [hat ensures engagement, mentorship, and meaningful experiences beyond menu tastings, for example, participation in unique Miami Beach community events ihat broaden the program's reach. • Caplure and analysis of posl-program metrics, e.g., participan[ feedback, business lead generation, and media impressions,to ezplore possible long-term opportunities for growth and potentially elevating Miami Beach's intemational stature in gastronomy. While ihe immediate objective is to establish and plan an inilial oppoRunity for cultural ezchange in October 2025, a broader vision may include posilioning Miami Beach as a center recognized for intemational collaboration which would include working with culinary students at the local high school along with the GMCVB's Culinary AAs Program. Wi[h Miami Beach's diverse ecosystem, thriving tourism, and strong connections to global markets, this exchange is an exciting step that elevates Miami Beach's presence in intemational gastronomy. FISCAL IMPACT STATEMENT In-kind suppoR will include City s[aff pianning and coordination efforts. The initial cost of developing such a program, including organization of the October 2025 visit, is to be determined upon further planning and development. 411 of 1791 Depending on interest and the desired level of support from the City Commission, a modest, one- time investment in hospitaliry, venue coordination, and guest engagement could yield long-term benefits for the Miami Beach economy and brand. Does this Ordinance require a Business Imoact Eslimate7 (FOR ORDINANCES ONLY) If applicable, the Business fmpact Estimate (BIE) was published on: See BIE at: https:/lwww.miamibeachfl.qovlcitv-hall/citv-clerklmeeting-noticesl FINANCIAL INFORMATION CONCIUSION Similar to the City's Sister Cities Program, a well-designed educational ezchange has the power to strengthen international ties, deepen cWtural understanding, arid enhance Miami Beach's global brand. The Administration recommends approving formation of a pilot culinary exchange, in collaboration with the Paris 11e-de-France Chamber and the French American Association, which leverages the City's established hospitaliry partners and interests, commencing with the City hosting a cohort of French culinary studenis in October 2025. Aoolicable Area Citywide Is this a "Residents Ristht to Know" item Is this item related to a G.O. Bond pursuant to CiN Code Section 2-17? Proiect7 Yes No Was this Aaenda Item initiallv requested bv a lobbvist which as deTined in Code Sec. 2�481, includes a orincioal enaaaed in lo6bvina? No If so, speciry the name of lob6yist(s) and principal(s): Deoartment Economic Development Soonsor(sl Commissioner Kristen Rosen Gonzalez Co-soonsor(s1 Condensed Tide Accept ReclApprove French Culinary Exchange Initiative. (Rosen Gonzalez) ED 412 of ll91 Previous Action (For CiN Clerk Use Only) 413 of 1791 Gambre ���� ',���/�, Metiers � .� Art�$DAdt French American � Assx(ation ef Crafts&hades � j .i"� � } �'.. i s a"' 1 �u � Germany Cambodia Florida Matlagascar tI � � South Korea �Colombia Vietnam I 1 � I I II �� � � � , , , � � �� \ f., y,, � . . , WE ARE � ' � � The Ile-de-France Chamber of Trades and Crafrs plays an active role on the intemational s:age, sharing its expertise and fostering cWwral and emnomic exchanges. This document outlines the mission of the Es[emal Relations Department and highli9hts mobility initiatives for our apprentices. It is part of a partnersbip wi[h FAACT Florida, established following discussions with the Regional Direc[o�of Exienal Relafions and Parmershlps. Elisabeih Auffray- I1./�//, ClwmDn Metiers � Artisanat � _�-� � - � t' : L. a`h � ` , � . � . � . � • • � � � �f.. ,.._._ . .5�:... � .. _ . � � The CMA IDF welcometl the 8 The Colombia ac[ion has two - �nanagers of Cambodia's future ���tlependent and complemen�ary �� o�rism school. A [ailorvmatle tocuses: orogramme was or9anised for (hem in , 3n immersive format, involving r TheColombian 9overnmenYs xchanges of ezpertise wiffi CFa 'equest ro benefic trom the directors antl the organisa[ion of � � axpertise of the CMA IDF in setting -nasterdasses. �.�P the rirst CMA in a Colombian '� �egion The2nd phase involves hosting antl trainin9 10 teachers trom the fuWre � � • T�aining crak en[repreneurs in school. 7he operation is in cooperation Colombia m business creation with theAgence FranSaise de and developmen[, sales Developpement. sva[egy, promotion and incenationahsation. � � f � � "th Korea As part of the " The Chalrman of the ��.versary of tllplomatic el a qntanananvo CCI asked [�e IDF ..veen France and Souch I. CMA for its expertise in setting .latives such as choosing S up a CMA An initial meeting ���ea as the gues[ of honour a. �- wasorganisedwithteamsfmm .�el avant fheure' tratle r,- che7arisCPE[oenablathemto �� � � ���anised by the CMA In Cergy c. . - understandhowitworks. ussed • ,\ At the same time, training- �n nary exchanges involNng � relatetl projects are undervvay. - gy�GFAarealsoontheagecd- We are currently in cOntaR �.�tn Korean Embasry and the <. wich ihe AFD to Iook into � :eur et Culture association �:�. funtling possibilities, whith will �a .� Snancialpartnersintheseprv,� detarminethenextstageofour discusslons. � � � '='�`� "�. - A drtnEfShi d fe2lYten[ Si ned ` t+ � - P P 9 9 ,rrnership with [he Drestlen ::���th [he French American �j'4. ��� Association of Craf[s and 7rades, � ' FAAQ, wi[h tfie afm of promoting rganisa[fon of appren[ice French craks in Fiorida antl �qility schemes and joint enmura91n9 the internatlonal �.ar�;�lpation mobiiity of craRspeople from the �� �n[emaUonal trade fairs. Paris region. 415 of 1791 � � ,/., CMmero , ,� Metiers � Artisanat � u � �n �' +� ,� „ � _, . , � � 7M� �., " _ � ,: . . . � 2 �. _ _ i � � Y PRO7ECT WITH HUE The aim of the mobility project between CMA IDF-IMA Cergy app�entices and the Hue National Tourism School in Vietnam is io promote the development of cooperetive activities between the two institutions and to st�engthen the links between our eStabGshments. This initiatiVe also aims to give our apprentices the opportunity to enjoy an eniiching intemational ezperience. This programme is part of our drive to promote international leaming and cultural ezchange, enabling our apprentices to discover a new country, a new culwre and to develop their professional skills. The mobility of apprentices is a major issue in the current context of globalisation, and this project contributes to their training in a feld as open and diverse as tourism. There will be tlemonstrations and exchanges in the culinary arts, and a joint cocktai� lunch featuring FrenCh and Vietnamese speclalities. � Handwerkskammer PRO7ECT WITH DRESDE Dresden In December 2024, hairdressing apprentices from the Chambre des Metiers et de I'Artisanat ile- de-Frence will have the opportunity to take part in an enriching mobility programme in Dresden.They will be staying in a school in Dresden and will have the opportuniry to ezchange ideas with otheryoung people - an enriching human and cWtural experience. The stay indudes exchanges with the Dresden Hairdressers' Association and a visit to the local Chamber ofTrades, encouraging the sharing of know-how and opening up to new professional prectices. The apprentices will aiw discover the Meissen Vowtional School, reinforcing their technical knowledge, antl enjoy a guided tour of the historic city of Meissen, offering a unique wltural immersion experience. This programme will enable young people to develop their network, enrich their professionai skills and open up to other cultural and crah perspectives, a valuable asset for thcir career. ��,���,� ����. ,. Metiers � Artisanot �� ;, 'n� I`� •. . � . � � • � �� �� � . _� . � . . . � The Chamber of Trades and Craks Ile-de-France Is fully invested in [he development of training for trades and crafts in order Fo meet the skills needs of all <ompanies. Our network has a territorial ne[work as close as possible to[he public and companies,and reco9nized expertise in supporting and building personalized paths In our 26 trainin9 branChes in Ile-de-France, present in each departmen[, we welcome a�d support each person in acpuirin9 skills, discoverin9 and practicin9 a profession while developing eaCh person's talen[s. Tra'nipg 5!e[ers: Cookery- Hospitaliry - Caterin9 - Management- Health - Local Services antl Other Service Professions flkills develooment� Digital 8 WebMarketing -Accoun[in9 8 Management -Office automation -Spe<ific art and craft courses /And many other themes to suppor[crok professionals�J Map of CMA IDF sites � � ; � � . '�-- ' �;�� � ; : ; ;: ���� \ . ■ : i . : � � - - � ' b� � �,��� . . .. ' " -. .. , ._.. . .. _ ��......._.�n �� a.. ._.. . . . �. .._.. .__.__�.. . • w \ � �� � f � i�. � " . n.._.............._...,J. � � � f � � : � •� % ._ . l �� / � _: , ��417 of 1791 ',./1/., Clam6n Metiers � Artisanat � r f,,.� � � � , � � ':T. ' � � v • ! � � �. � � • . �' � .�. . '. e ,-.,:'.:.. . t-.. . .J._ P.. _, iAF FnSC � • � • • 1 � • � 1 � rf�j�-- ,� �, � � � �l�i�� • ' � �' ,I � � � � �a ��������.� ��'. ���� '•TMt".�m+ "^"`. 4 - �� w�--Ssenl,/� -�_ � <be �O FUPTHEHINFOAMATION art�sanattr cma-idLf� � � �� � 1 a o :� 41S of 179 ',�/t/�, Clwm6n �/ �� � Metiers � Artisonat French Amerkan � Association of Crafts 8 hades � � • �-. :. . ,,. _.... • . � . . . ' � . ..� • .. _. . .:.i1 .. ... � . � . , � The aim of this partnership is Yo promote the intemational mobility of appre�tices in the food industry by setting up an exchange programme between the CMA Ile- de-France and Miami. The programme will give young people a unique professional and cultural experience, while strengthening economic and educational ties between France and the United States. How the partnership works 7he apprentices would be integrated into a school for a period of approximately one week (to be determined) on themes such as renowned restaurants, patisseries and bakeries. The apprentices will be accompanied by teachers who will contribute their expertise. This professional immersion will enable them to : • Discover culinary techniques specific to American cuisine, such as barbecuing, emblematic desserts and regional specialities. • Discover the working and organisational methods specific to American establishments, including the importance of customer service and operational efficiency. • Develop their abilityto adapt in an international professional environment. The aim of this exchange is to offer apprertices/students a unique experience, combining professional learning and cultural exposure, to enhance their expertise and versatility. ; # �'���/�, � M.�.. 1►t�tie.s Artls�Aat � For E�,.•ihe� �.nfc�macio� �. �j7, +' .� R�la-�,.o��,; �s P_�r_ocrsb.ps .zzE'�>Oa�58�.., e!ranet���.auffrovdc�,a-����`.F� �. . � 0 � �/ O , . .. . � , .. 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U U a � • • � � . � � � i � � , • � 4► � � � � — cn ` � � � � � O � Y C � � � � ' � � � O � N 'i �' 7 i � Y � i � � O � � � � � c0 � N (� tn � (B (� a � � m � O � � � � �n �tuD -p � � J •3 � � � c � -a c� m o U � E � � o a� °' `� � � °- � > `d � � Q :� U � i � � O � � }' C �. � ._ Q ._ C� U � O � . . . � . � • 7 _-.e. .__ � .._. u: � � ` � Committee Referrals - C4 U MIAMIBEACH COMMISSION MEMORANDUM TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Commission FROM: Commissioner Knsten Rosen Gonzalez DATE: February 26, 2025 TITLE: REFERRAL TO THE PUBLIC SAFETY AND NEIGH80RHOOD QUALITY OF LIFE COMMITTEE TO CONSIDER INITIATING A CULINARY EXCHANGE PROGRAM IN COLLABORATION WITH THE PARIS ?LE-DE-FRANCE CHAMBER OF TRADES AND GRAFT, RECOMMENDATION BACKGROUNDIHISTORY Please place on the February 26, 2025 agenda a referral to the Public Safery and Neighborhood Quality of Life Committee to consider initiating a Culinary Exchange Program in collaboration with the Paris Ile-de-France Chamber of Trades and Craft. The proposed exchange program wouid welcome young apprentices from France for an 8-day expenence in a culinary institution in Miami Beach, where they would learn Amencan cooking techniques. In retum, these apprentices would have the opportunity to exchange culinary knowledge with bcal teachers and students, fostering a meaningtul cultural and educational exchange behveen France and Miami Beach. Details of the proposed exchange program are outlined in 6cbibit A, attached to this referral. Notabty, the expenses associated with this initiative will be covered by the Paris Ile-de-France Cbamher of Trades and Craft, ensuring that there is no wst to the City of Miami Beach. I would like for the City Administration to be preparetl to discuss how the City could fadlitate and organize this exchange program, including potential partnerships with local culinary institutions, logistics for hosting the apprentices, and any necessary support to ensure the success of the program. ANALYSIS FISCAL IMPACT STATEMENT NA Does this Ordinance reauire a Business Imoaet Estimate7 (FOR ORDINANCES ONLY) If applicable, the Busi�ess Impact Estimate (BIE) was published on: See BIE at: httos://www.miamibeachfl.aov/citv-hall/citvclerklmeetina-noticesl 426 of 1791 FINANCIAL INFORMATION CONC W SION Appliwble Area Citywide Is this a "Residents Riaht to Know" item. Is this item related to a G.O. Bond oursuant to Ciri Code Seetion 2-17T Proiect7 Yes No Was this A enda Item initiall re uested b a lobb ist which as defined in Code Sec. 2d81 ineludes a orincipal enaaAed in lobbvinn7 No If so, specify the name of lobbyist(s) and principal(s): Deoartment Office of Commissioner Kristen Rosen Gonzalez S onsor s Commissioner Kristen Rosen Gonzalez Cosponsor(sl Condensed Title Ref�. PSNQLC- Initiate Culinary Exchange Program w/ Paris Ile-de-France Chamber of Trades BCraft. (KRG) Previous Action (For Ciri Clerk Use Oniv1 427 of 1791