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OFFICE OF THE CITY MANAGER COMMISSION MEMORANDUM
TO: Mayor and Commission
FROM: Jimmy L. Morales, City Manag - 7#
DATE: September 2,2015
SUBIECT: MEETING OF THE SUSTAINABILITY AND RESILIENCY COMMITTEE (SRC) ON
WEDNESDAY, JULY 22, 2015
A meeting of the Sustainabilityand Resiliency Committee was held on Wednesday, July 22,2015,in
the Commission Chambers, 3rd Floor of City Hall. Commissioners in attendance: Commissioner
Michael Grieco, Commissioner Micky Steinberg, Commissioner Deedee Weithorn and Commissioner
Joy Malakoff. Members from the administration and the public were also in attendance
Meeting was called to order at 5:06 PM
1. Mayor's Blue Ribbon on Flooding and Sea Level Rise
AFTER.ACTION:
Scott Robins, Committee Chairman presented the item. Mr. Robins deferred the update to Bruce
Mowry, City Engineer who gave an overview of the current projects that the City has. Mr. Mowry
began with explaining the current status of the Sunset Harbor area and the ongoing progress of
raising the roads. Commissioner Grieco inquired as to the type of response that was received
from the adjacent business. Mr. Robins stated that although there was some initial concern as to
how the concept would work; however, as the project has been implemented, feedback from the
community has been positive.
Mr. Mowry stated that the FDOT work along Alton Road is estimated to be completed in October
which is past the original deadline date.
Mr. Robins added thatAECOM has given us preliminary code modifications. These modifications
included the listing of seawall minimums to a height of 4' NAVD for private properties and 5.7'
NAVD for public. He also informed the committee that the architect, William Lane has been hired
to develop a number of designs to beautify pump stations
MOTION: No further action taken.
2. Sustainability Committee Update
Dave Doebler, Sustainability Committee Chairman presented the item. He provided an update of
the July 16,2015 Sustainability Committee Meeting. The Committee discussed litterand recycling
concerns.
Elizabeth Wheaton, Assistant Building Director, clarified that the recycling bins on the beach are
managed by Miami-Dade County.
Mr. Doebler explained to the committee that there is a program in which ashcans can be set up
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throughout the City to minimize cigarette butt litter.
Commissioner Grieco inquired about how Mr. Doebler recommends approaching the publicwith
these types of issues. Mr. Doebler responded that proper education and accessibility to
containers are important.
MOTION: No further action taken.
Discussion Regarding the Provision Of Renewable Energy Sources In New Construction
Projects and Green Building Practices in New Construction Projects.
Commission ltem C4G, April 15,2015
(Requested by Commissioner Steinberg)
AFTER-ACTION:
The item was presented by Rogelio Madan, Principal Planner. He explained that the ordinance
was revised from the last time it was presented. lt now includes two levels of LEED that are
considered for development, Silver and Gold. Additional revisions will be included for existing
buildings. Penalties would be given to projects that don't comply with these standards. After a
fifteen month period, a progress report would be provided to help make the determination as to
whether the program should be further modified.
Commissioner Weithorn inquired on whether penalties would be distributed if property owners do
not comply with the program after the fifteen month period. Mr. Madan stated that a fee would be
added based on the cost of construction but noncompliance does not increase this fee.
Commissioner Weithorn recommended that additional penalties be issued to properties that elect
not to obtain any level of LEED certification. The ordinance provides that properties can pay a
fee in lieu of obtaining LEED Gold certification. The proposed fees could be increased to further
incentivize properties to construct to LEED standards.
Ms. Wheaton clarified that this ordinance was developed with the input of many entities that
ranged from architects, historic preservationists, and staff from several city departments.
Members of the public addressed the committee.
MOTION: ltem to be discussed at the July 29, 2015 Land Use and Development Committee with
an amendment to the penalties and the addition of the requested square footage data.
Moved by Commissioner Steinberg, seconded by Commissioner Weithorn.
Referral Regarding The lncorporation of Green Roofs ln Future Building Projects.
Commission ltem C4D, June 10, 2015
(Requested by Commissioner Grieco)
AFTER.ACTION:
Item 3a and 3b have been combined as a single item.
Referral Designating A Department Or Specific Employees to Develop And Oversee Sound
And Comprehensive Policy Regarding Climate Change
Commission ltem C4G, June 10, 2015
(Requested by Commissioner Tobin)
MOTION: ltem deferred to the September 9,2015 Sustainability and Resiliency Committee to
provide Commissioner Tobin with the chance to discuss.
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5.Discussion Regarding the lncorporation of Green Alleys
Commission ltem C4E, July 08, 2015
(Requested by Commissioner Weithorn)
AFTER.ACTION:
Item presented by Elizabeth Wheaton, Assistant Building Director. Alleys are stated to be a part
of a larger green infrastructure program. She stated that elements in green alleys allow for storm
water management, which includes the installation of additional landscaping and impervious
surfaces. The amount and location of utility lines and the low nature of the city will need to be
considered as a program is developed. She added that incentives could be implemented to
promote private properties to also adopt this initiative.
Commissioner Weithorn added that she would like to implement a pilot project in an alley and
should require as many green alley elements as possible in new development. She added that
incentivizing private alleys can also further promote this green practice and add beautify an area
that is normally not cared for.
Commissioner Grieco expressed the possible impact to alleys utilized for commercial uses such
as deliveries. Commissioner Weithorn responded that research into other cities that have
followed these practices will provide insight on how to attend those concerns.
Raul Aguila added that there are many ways to impose these practices. Mr. Madan clarified that a
revision to the design review process can allow for the consideration of green alleys.
Members of the public addressed the committee.
MOTION: Amend the design review criteria to include a green alley component as a condition of
approval. This motion will also include the consideration of a green alley as a part of the Lincoln
Road Master Plan.
Moved by Commissioner Weithhorn, seconded by Commissioner Malakoff.
Referral Regarding Gharging Stations for Plug in Vehicles
Referral from Commission ltem C2B, July 08, 2015
(Requested by Commissioner Stei n berg)
AFTER.ACTION:
Elizabeth Wheaton provided a brief overview of the item which includes researching other
municipalities that encourage charging stations in new development. The item will be heard at the
July 29, 2015 Land Use and Development Committee.
MOTION: ltem deferred for further discussion to the September 9, 2015 Sustainability and
Resiliency Committee.
Meeting Adjourned at 6:11 PM
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