C6B-Report- September 9 2015 Sustainability And Resiliency Committee MeetingOFFICE OF THE CITY MANAGER
To: Mayor and Commission
FROM: Jimmy L. Morales, City Manager
DATE: October 14,2015
MMITTEE MEMORANDUM
SUBJECT: MEETING OF THE SUSTA L|TY AND RESTLTENCY COMMTTTEE (SRC) ON
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 9,2015
A meeting of the Sustainability and Resiliency Committee was held on Wednesday, September 9
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: 1:07 PM
1. Mayor's Blue Ribbon on Flooding and Sea Level Rise Update
AFTER.AGTION:
Bruce Mowry, City Engineer provided an update of the last blue ribbon panel meeting. He stated
that representatives of a production company affiliated with National Geographic are scheduled
to attend the meeting at the end of the month to continue filming a documentary on sea level rise.
The crew will also be present to record events scheduled at the end of the month.
He explained that the Sunset Harbor projects are moving on schedule. The paving of 20th Avenue
and Sunset Drive will begin when parking issues are resolved. He added that an item to
complete the entire Sunset Harbor neighborhood will most likely be added to the next
commission meeting agenda.
Dr. Mowry stated that during the last high tide event in August the streets have been kept dry.
However, king tides that are predicted to occur in September will most likely raise the water
higher than expected. To combat this concern, water barriers will be installed to serve as
temporary dams. Commissioner Grieco inquired about the long terms solutions for areas that will
have barriers. Dr. Mowry responded that sea walls and an approximately three pumps will be
installed along 24th to 41't Street.
Lastly, Dr. Mowry explained that William Lane is finalizing his recommendations on
screening/covering electrical panels. These recommendations will go to the proper committees in
addition to the Design Review Board.
David Martinez, CIP Director provided an update on the ongoing Capital lmprovement Projects in
the City. A meeting was held with the Palm and Hibiscus community to discuss the 60% design
drawings. He added that general feedback from the community involved concerns over parking.
MOTION: No further action taken.
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2.Sustainability Committee Update
Dave Doebler, Committee Chairman provided an update of the last Sustainability Committee
Meeting. He added that staff at the City is currently evaluating different models of storm drain
gratings to determine which one is most effective.
Mr. Doebler added that he has worked with organizers of the Floatopia event to minimize the
amount of litter that is created by individuals. He explained that the City of Miami Beach was a lot
more involved within the event and had a larger police presence.
MOTION: No further action taken.
Discussion Regarding AECOM's progress on the Development of the City's
Gomprehensive Resiliency Program
Marcia Tobin, Vice President of Planning + Design for AECOM explained that they are in the first
part of the resiliency plan development. She explained that the intent is to build resiliency into the
City's program and across the board in order to promote economic viability and maintain the
resiliency of infrastructure in the built environment. A presentation was held at the Blue Ribbon
Panel regarding the code review revisions. AECOM will come back at the end of September to
provide a detailed update. The code recommendations were split into three phases. The first
phase will involve the items that require immediate action such as setbacks and building heights.
The second will involve items that require more time such as green infrastructure and historic
building inventory. The third phase includes long term recommendations and guidelines the City
should consider.
MOTION: ltem to be continued at the October 28,2015 Sustainability and Resiliency Committee.
Referral Designating A Department Or Specific Employees to Develop And Oversee Sound
And Comprehensive Policy Regarding Climate Change
After-Action:
Susanne Torriente, Assistant City Manager introduced herself to the committee and announced
her role at the City.
MOTION: ltem to be continued atthe October 28,2015 Sustainabilityand ResiliencyCommittee.
5. Discussion Regarding the lncorporation of Green Alleys
Elizabeth Wheaton provided an update on the currently development of green alleys within the
City. She explained that the Lincoln Road Master Plan is looking into Lincoln Lane North to
determine whether elements of green alleys could be added into that section. Other areas are
currently being identified on how green alleys could be incorporated in residential areas and
around existing utilities. Public works and environmental staff will continue working on this
program and an update will be given at the October 28,2015 SRC meeting.
Commissioner Weithorn asked that the Planning Department assist in this initiative in order to
involve private properties within the project.
MOTION: ltem to be continued atthe October 28,2015 Sustainabilityand ResiliencyCommittee.
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6. Discussion to lmprove the Resiliency of Government Buildings and Operations to Reduce
and Mitigate the lmpacts of Greenhouse Gases.
Elizabeth Wheaton explained that at the October 28,2015 SRC meeting, the division will provide
an update on the research as to how the City can lower its greenhouse gas emissions.
Commissioner Grieco requested that staff expand their research to products such as blowers and
other items that are not petrol driven.
MOTION: ltem to be continued at the October 28,2015 Sustainability and Resiliency Committee.
Meeting adjourned at 1:50 PM
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