Resolution 2025-33857 2025-33857
RESOLUTION NO.
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 NAME THE BUTTERFLY GARDEN AT THE
FLAMINGO PARK AS THE "JOY MALAKOFF BUTTERFLY GARDEN,"
AFTER LATE COMMISSIONER JOY MALAKOFF, AND INSTALL A
COMMEMORATIVE PLAQUE AND SUPPORTING PEDESTAL; AND
DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO SET A PUBLIC HEARING ON
SEPTEMBER 17, 2025, PURSUANT TO SECTION 82-504(A) OF THE CITY
CODE.
WHEREAS, at the May 21, 2025 Commission meeting, at the request of Commissioner
Kristen Rosen Gonzalez, the Mayor and City Commission referred an item (C4 R) to the Public
Safety and Neighborhood Quality of Life Committee (hereinafter referred to as "PSNQLC"), to
discuss the naming the butterfly garden at the Flamingo Park as the "Joy Malakoff Butterfly
Garden "after late Commissioner Joy Malakoff; and
WHEREAS, Joy Van Wye Malakoff was a distinguished civic leader and dedicated
public servant whose legacy shaped the cultural, environmental, and historic fabric of Miami
Beach; and
WHEREAS, Commissioner Malakoff served for many years as Miami Beach City
Commissioner and contributed through her leadership on the Planning Board, Zoning
Commission, and Historic Preservation; and
WHEREAS, Joy Malakoff was affectionately known as the "Queen of Miami Beach,"
and was a respected and dedicated public servant who championed key civic initiatives,
including the revitalization of Ocean Terrace Park, the renovation of the Miami Beach
Convention Center, and the preservation of historically significant sites; and
WHEREAS, her support for the arts and cultural institutions was steadfast, as
demonstrated by her contributions to the Wolfsonian, the Bass Museum, New World Symphony,
and the Miami Beach Botanical Garden; and
WHEREAS, in recognition of her extraordinary civic contributions, Commissioner
Malakoff was awarded the Key to the City and the Mayor's Shining Light Award; and
WHEREAS, naming the butterFly garden at Flamingo Park in her honor is a fitting tribute
that reflects her love for nature, public service, and the Miami Beach community; and
WHEREAS, at its July 9, 2025 meeting, the PSNQLC provided a favorable
recommendation to the City Commission to name the butterfly garden as the "Joy Malakoff
Butterfly Garden", commemorated by a 12" x 12" plaque mounted on a pedestal, with a
$5,000.00 production and installation budget funded through the Parks and Recreation
DepartmenYs Fiscal Year 2025 budget.
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 accept the recommendation of the Public Safety and Neighborhood Quality
of Life Committee, at its July 9, 2025 meeting, to name the butterfly garden at Flamingo Park as
the "Joy Malakoff Butterfly Garden" after late Commissioner Joy Malakoff, and install a
commemorative plaque and supporting pedestal, in honor of Commissioner Joy Malakoff; and
direct the City Clerk to set a public hearing on September 17, 2025, pursuant to section 82-
504(A) of the City Code.
PASSED and ADOPTED this 3 day of s����(�►�2025.
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Stev n Meiner, Mayor
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COMMISSION MEMORANDUM
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Commission
FROM: Eric Carpenter, City Manager
DATE: September 3, 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 NAME THE BUTTERFLY GARDEN AT THE
FLAMINGO PARK AS THE "JOY MALAKOFF BUTTERFLY GARDEN," AFTER
LATE COMMISSIONER JOY MALAKOFF, AND INSTALL A COMMEMORATIVE
PLAQUE AND SUPPORTING PEDESTAL; AND DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO
SET A PUBLIC HEARING ON SEPTEMBER 17, 2025, PURSUANT TO SECTION
82-504(A) OF THE CITY CODE.
RECOMMENDATION
The Parks and Recreation Department supports the naming of the Butterfly Garden at Flamingo
Park as the "Joy Malakoff Butterfly Garden" in tribute of the late Commissioner Joy Malakoff. This
designation honors her legacy of public service, and lifelong dedication to historic preservation
within the City of Miami Beach.
BACKGROUND/HISTORY
Joy Van Wye Malakoff was a distinguished civic leader whose lifelong commitment to public
service shaped the cultural, environmental, and historic character of the City of Miami Beach.
Following a successful 32-year career in banking, she served as a Miami Beach City
Commissioner and held leadership roles on the Planning Board, Zcning Commission, and Historic
Preservation Board. Her influence was instrumental in shaping the city's development.
Affectionately known as the "Queen of Miami Beach," Joy championed for landmark civic projects
including Ocean Terrace Park, the Miami Beach Convention Center renovation, and the
restoration of treasured historic landmarks. Her enduring support for the arts was evident in her
involvement with institutions such as the Wolfsonian, the Bass Museum, New World Symphony,
and the Miami Beach Botanical Garden, where she served as a trusted advisor and Board Chair.
Joy's received numerous accolades in recognition of her civic contributions including the Key to
the City and the Mayor's Shining Light Award. Her legacy of visionary leadership and
compassionate service continues to inspire those who work and play in the City of Miami Beach.
At the May 21, 2025 Commission meeting, at the request of Commissioner Kristen Rosen
Gonzalez, the Mayor and City Commission referred an item (C4 R) to the Public Safety and
Neighborhood Quality of Life Committee ("PSNQLC"), to discuss the naming the Butterfly Garden
at the Flamingo Park as the"Joy Mafakoff Butterfly Garden "after late commissioner Joy Malakoff.
(Exhibit A).
At its July 9, 2025 meeting, the Public Safety and Neighborhood Quality of Life Committee
provided a favorable recommendatian to the City Commission to designate the Butterfly Garden
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as the "Joy Malakoff Butterfly Garden". To commemorate this tribute, a plaque measuring 12" x
12" and will be mounted on a suppo�ting pedestal.
ANALYSIS
The budget for the production and installation of 12" x 12" plaque and supporting pedestal is
$5,000.00, with funding allocated from the Parks and Recreation Department 2025 fiscal year
budget.
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://www.miamibeachfl.qov/citv-halllcitv-clerk/meetinq-notices/
FINANCIAL INFORMATION
N/A
CONCLUSION
The Public Safety, Neighborhoods and Quality of Life Committee (PSNQLC) provided a favorable
recommendation on its July 9, 2025 meeting to name the Butterfly Garden at Flamingo Park the
"Joy Malakoff Butterfly Garden", and to approve the placement of a plaque in honor of the late
Commissioner Joy Matakoff; and directing the Ciry Clerk to set a public hearing on September
17, 2025, pursuant to section 82-504(A) of the City Code.
The budget for the production and installation of a 12" x 12" plaque with a supporting pedestal is
$5,000, with funding allocated from the Parks and Recreation 2025 fiscal year budget.
Attachments:
Exhibit A— Referral Memo from May 21, 2025 Commission Meeting Item C4 R
Exhibit B — Discussion Memo from July 9, 2025 PSNQLC Meeting Item N610
Aaplicable 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? Proiect?
Yes No
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Was this Aqenda Item initiallv requested bv a lobbyist which, as defined in Code Sec. 2-481,
includes a principal enqaqed in lobbVinq? No
If so, specify the name of lobbyist(s) and principal(s):
Department
Parks and Recreation
Sponsor(s�
Commissioner Kristen Rosen Gonzalez
Co-sponsor(s)
Condensed Title
Set PH, Name Butterfly Garden at Flamingo Park after Late Commissioner Joy Malakoff. (KRG)
PKS
Previous Action (For Citv Clerk Use Only)
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C4 R REFERRAL TO THE PUBLIC SAFETY AND NEIGHBORHOOD QUALITY OF LIFE
COMMITTEE DISCUSSION REGARDING NAMING THE BUTTERFLY GARDEN AT
THE FLAMINGO PARK AS THE "JOY MALAKOFF BUTTERFLY GARDEN,"AFTER
LATE COMMISSIONER JOY MALAKOFF.
Appiicable Area
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Committee Referrais - C4 R
MIAMIBEACH
COMMISSION MEMORANDUM
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Commission
FROM: Commissioner Kristen Rosen Gonzalez
DATE: May 21, 2025
TITLE: REFERRAL TO THE PUBLIC SAFETY AND NEIGHBORHOOD QUALITY OF LIFE
COMMITTEE DISCUSSION REGARDING NAMING THE BUTTERFLY GARDEN
AT THE FLAMINGO PARK AS THE �`JOY MALAKOFF BUTTERFLY GARDEN,"
AFTER LATE COMMISSIONER JOY MALAKOFF.
RECOMMENDATION
BACKGROUND/HISTORY
I would like to refer the above referenced item to the Public Safety and Neighborhood Quality of
Life Committee (the "Committee") to consider naming the Butterfly Garden, scheduled to be
constructed in the interior portion of the Flamingo Park, in honor of late Commissioner Joy
Malakoff.
Whenever a request is made to re-name portion(s) of a public facility, including interior portion(s)
of a park, Section 82-503(b) of the City Code requires the sponsor to submit the proposal in writing
to an appropriate committee (in this case, the PSNQLC).
Flamingo Park covers 36+ acre� of land in the middle of South Beach. As funding becomes
available, the City continues to upgrade sections of this active park for the community's
enjoyment. Areas pending improvements include the baseball and softball fields, and the butterfly
garden.
Joy Van Wye Malakoff was a distinguished civic leader, public servant, and lifelong advocate for
the cultural, environmental, and historic vitality of Miami Beach. After a 32-year career as a
banking executive, she dedicated herself to public service, serving as a Miami Beach City
Commissioner for many years and holding leadership roles on numerous boards, including the
Planning Board, Zoning Commission, and Historic Preservation Board.
Known affectionately as the "Queen of Miami Beach," Joy championed landmark projects such
as the Ocean Terrace Park, Convention Center renovation, and restoration of key historic sites.
She was a passionate supporter of the arts and chaired advisory boards for the Wolfsonian, Bass
Museum, New World Symphony, and the Miami Beach Botanical Gardens.
Her dedication to civic life was recognized with numerous honors, including the Key to the City
and the Mayor's Shining Light Award. Joy's legacy of service, community, and compassion makes
the naming of a butterfly garden in her memory a fitting tribute.
ANALYSIS
FISCAL IMPACT STATEMENT
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NA
Does this Ordinance reauire a Business Impact Estimate?
(FOR ORDINANCES ONLY)
If appiicable, the Bueir�ss Impact Eatimate (BIE) was published on:
See BIE at: httas://ww�r.miamibeachfl.�ovlcitv-hall/citv-clerk/meetins�-noti�esl
FINANCIAL INFORMATION
CONCLUSION
Applicable Area
Citywide
Is this a "Residents Riaht to Know" item, Is this item related to a G.O. Bond
pursuant to CitY Code Section 2-17? Proiect?
Yes No
Was this As�enda Item initialiv requested by a lobbvist which, as defined in Code Sec. 2�81,
includes a arinciaal ens�a�ed in lobbvinst? No
If so, specify the name of lobbyist(s) and principal(s):
Department
Office of Commissioner Kristen Rosen Gonzalez
Saonsor s
Commissioner Kristen Rosen Gonzalez
Co-sponsor(s)
Condensed Title
Ref: PSNQLC - Name Buttertly Garden at Flamingo Park after Late Commissioner Joy Malakoff.
(KRG)
Previous Action (For City Clerk Use Onlv)
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10. DISCUSSION REGARDING NAMING THE BUTTERFLY GARDENAT FLAMINGO
PARK AS THE "JOY MALAKOFF BUTTERFLY GARDEN,"AFTER IATE
COMMISSIONER JOY MALAKOFF.
Applicable Area
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NEW BUSINESS 10
MIAMIBEA� H
COMMITTEE MEMORANDUM
TO: Public Safety and Neighborhood Quality of Life Committee Members
FROM: Eric Carpenter, City Manager
DATE: July 9, 2025
TITLE: DISCUSSION REGARDING NAMING THE BUTTERFLY GARDEN AT FLAMINGO
PARK AS THE "JOY MALAKOFF BUTTERFLY GARDEN," AFTER LATE
COMMISSIONER JOY MALAKOFF.
RECOMMENDATION
The Parks and Recreation Department supports the naming of the Butterfly Garden at Flamingo
Park as the "Joy Malakoff Butterfly Garden" in honor of the late Commissioner Joy Malakoff. This
dedication recognizes her lifelong commitment to public service, and historic preservation in
Miami Beach.
BACKGROUND/HISTORY
Joy Van Wye Malakoff was a distinguished civic leader, dedicated public servant, and lifelong
advocate of Miami Beach's cultural, environmental, and historic vitality. Following a successful
32-year career in banking, she turned her focus to public service, serving for many years as a
Miami Beach City Commissioner. Her leadership extended across the Planning Board, Zoning
Commission, and Historic Preservation Board, where she played a pivotal role in shaping the
city's future.
Affectionately known as the "Queen of Miami Beach," Joy was a passionate advocate for
landmark civic projects including Ocean Terrace Park, the Miami Beach Convention Center
renovation, and the restoration of treasured historic sites. Her love for the arts was evident in her
longstanding involvement with institutions such as the Wolfsonian, the Bass Museum, New World
Symphony, and the Miami Beach Botanical Garden, where she served as a respected advisor
and board chair.
Joy's extraordinary contributions to civic life earned her numerous honors including the Key to the
City and the Mayor's Shining Light Award. Her enduring legacy of service, vision, and compassion
continues to inspire those who follow in her footsteps.
ANALYSIS
At the May 21, 2025 Commission meeting, at the request of Commissioner Kristen Rosen
Gonzalez, the Mayor and City Commission referred an item (C4 R) to the Public Safety and
Neighborhood Quality of Life Committee ("PSNQLC"), to discuss the naming the Butterfly Garden
at Flamingo Park as the "Joy Malakoff Butterfly Garden "after late commissioner Joy Malakoff.
(Exhibit A).
The Parks and Recreation Department supports the naming of the Butterfly Garden at Flamingo
Park as the "Joy Malakoff Butterfly Garden" in honor of the late Commissioner Joy Malakoff. This
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dedication recognizes her lifelong commitment to public service, and historic preservation in
Miami Beach.
To commemorate this tribute, a plaque will be installed. The plaque will measure 12" x 12" and
will be mounted on a supporting pedestal. The estimated cost for production and installation is
approximately $3,000 to $5,000.
FISCAL IMPACT STATEMENT
The proposed budget for the production and installation of a 12" x 12" plaque with a supporting
pedestal shall not exceed $5,000, with funding allocated from our current fiscal year budget.
Does this Ordinance require a Business Impact Estimate?
(FOR ORDINANCES ONLY)
The Business Impact Estimate (BIE) was published on .
See BIE at: https://www.miamibeachfl.qov/city-hall/citv-clerk/meetinq-notices/
FINANCIAL INFORMATION
CONCLUSION
It is recommended that the Public Safety, Neighborhoods and Quality of Life Committee
(PSNQLC) discuss and consider making a formal recommendation to name the Butterfly Garden
at Flamingo Park the "Joy Malakoff Butterfly Garden", and to approve the placement of a plaque
in honor of the late Commissioner Joy Malakoff.
If recommended, and approved by the City Commission, the proposed budget for the production
and installation of a 12" x 12" plaque with a supporting pedestal shall not exceed $5,000, with
funding allocated from our current fiscal year budget.
Applicable Area
South Beach
Is this a "Residents Riqht to Know" item, Is this item related to a G.O. Bond
pursuant to Citv Code Section 2-17? Proiect?
Yes No
Was this AQenda Item initiallv requested bv a lobbvist which, as defined in Code Sec. 2-481,
includes a principal enqaqed in lobbvinq? No
If so, specify the name of lobbyist(s) and principal(s):
Department
Parks and Recreation
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Sponsor(s)
Commissioner Kristen Rosen Gonzalez
Co-sponsor(s)
Condensed Title
Name Butterfly Garden at Flamingo Park after Late Commissioner Joy Malakoff(KRG)
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C4 R REFERRAL TO THE PUBLIC SAFETY AND NEIGHBORHOOD QUALITY OF LIFE
COMMITTEE DISCUSSION REGARDING NAMING THE BUTTERFLY GARDENAT
THE FLAMINGO PARK AS THE "JOY MALAKOFF BUTTERFLY GARDEN,"AFTER
LATE COMMISSIONER JOY MALAKOFF.
Applicable Area:
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Committee Referrals - C4 R
MIAMIBEACH
COMMISSION MEMORANDUM
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Commission
FROM: Commissioner Kristen Rosen Gonzalez
DATE: May 21, 2025
TITLE: REFERRAL TO THE PUBLIC SAFETY AND NEIGHBORHOOD QUALITY OF LIFE
COMMITTEE DISCUSSION REGARDING NAMING THE BUTTERFLY GARDEN
AT THE FLAMINGO PARK AS THE "JOY MALAKOFF BUTTERFLY GARDEN,"
AFTER LATE COMMISSIONER JOY MALAKOFF.
RECOMMENDATION
BACKGROUND/HISTORY
I would like to refer the above referenced item to the Public Safety and Neighborhood Quality of
Life Committee (the "Committee") to consider naming the Butterfly Garden, scheduled to be
constructed in the interior portion of the Flamingo Park, in honor of late Commissioner Joy
Malakoff.
Whenever a request is made to re-name portion(s) of a public facility, including interior portion(s)
of a park, Section 82-503(b) of the City Code requires the sponsor to submit the proposal in writing
to an appropriate committee (in this case, the PSNQLC).
Flamingo Park covers 36+ acres of land in the middle of South Beach. As funding becomes
available, the City continues to upgrade sections of this active park for the community's
enjoyment. Areas pending improvements inclu�le the baseball and softball fields, and the butterfly
garden.
Joy Van Wye Malakoff was a distinguished civic leader, public servant, and lifelong advocate for
the cultural, environmental, and historic vitality of Miami Beach. After a 32-year career as a
banking executive, she dedicated herself to public service, serving as a Miami Beach City
Commissioner for many years and holding leadership roles on numerous boards, including the
Planning Board, Zoning Commission, and Historic Preservation Board.
Known affectionately as the "Queen of Miami Beach," Joy championed landmark projects such
as the Ocean Terrace Park, Convention Center renovation, and restoration of key historic sites.
She was a passionate supporter of the arts and chaired advisory boards for the Wolfsonian, Bass
Museum, New World Symphony, and the Miami Beach Botanical Gardens.
Her dedication to civic life was recognized with numerous honors, including the Key to the City
and the Mayor's Shining Light Award. Joy's legacy of service, community, and compassion makes
the naming of a butterfly garden in her memory a fitting tribute.
ANALYSIS
FISCAL IMPACT STATEMENT
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NA
Does this Ordinance require a Business Impact Estimate?
(FOR ORDINANCES ONLY}
If applicable, the Business Impact Estimate (BIE) was pubiished on:
See BIE at: https:l/www.miamibeachfi.qov/citv-hall/citv-clerk/meetins�-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 Citv Code Section 2-17? Proiect?
Yes No
Was this As�enda Item initiallv requested bv a lobbvist which, as defined in Code Sec. 2�81,
includes a principal ens�as�ed in lobbvins�? No
If so, specify the name of lobbyist(s) and principal(s):
Deaartment
Office of Commissioner Kristen Rosen Gonzalez
Sponsor(s1
Commissioner Kristen Rosen Gonzalez
Co-saonsor(s1
Condensed Title
Ref: PSNQLC - Name Butterfly Garden at Flamingo Park after Late Commissioner Joy Malakoff.
(KRG)
Previous Action (For Citv C{erk Use Onlvl
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