20160113 SM3MIAMIBEACH
City Gommission Meeting
SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIAL 3
Gity Hall, Commission Chambers, 3rd Floor, 1700 Convention Center Drive
January 13,2016
Mayor Philip Levine
Commissioner John Elizabeth Alem5n
Commissioner Ricky Arriola
Commissioner Kristen Rosen Gonzalez
Commissioner Michael Grieco
Commissioner Joy Malakoff
Commissioner Micky Steinberg
Ci$ Manager Jimmy L. Morales
City Attorney Raul J. Aguila
City Clerk Rafael E. Granado
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SUPPLEMENTAL AGENDA
G4 - Commission Committee Assiqnments
C4G Referral To The Neighborhood/Community Affairs Committee - Discuss LTC 001-2016 From The
LGBT Advisory Committee Regarding lmplementing A Rainbow Crosswalk At The lntersection Of
Ocean Drive And 12th Street On Miami Beach.
(Sponsored by Vice-Mayor John Elizabeth Alem6n)
(Add itional lnformation)
R7 - Resolutions
R7A A Resolution Adopting The Second Amendment To The Capital Budget For Fiscal Year 2015116.
10:40 a.m. Public Hearinq
(Budget & Performance lmprovement)
(Memorandum & Resolution)
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Supplemental 3, January 13,2016
R7B A Resolution Adopting The Second Amendment To The General Fund, Enterprise Fund, lnternal
Service Fund, And Special Revenue Fund Budgets For Fiscal Year 2015/16. 10:45 a.m. Public
Hearinq
(Budget & Performance lmprovement)
(Revised Memorandum & Resolution)
R7Q @'tieenseAgreerne
RefleetsA tieense Of Use By FDOTAleng The Seutheasterly Right ef Way tine Of Alten Read (SR
Drainage lnlet; And During Censtruetien; Resteratien; Sleping; And Grading Fer The Highway
A Discussion Regarding A License Agreement Between The City Of Miami Beach And The Florida
Department Of Transportation.
(Public Works)
(Title Change)
R9 - New Business and Commission Requests
RgD Presentation Of Mayor's Ocean Drive Task Force's Final Report.
(Sponsored by Mayor Philip Levine)
(Memorandum & Final Report)
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C4G Referral To The Neighborhood/Community Affairs Committee - Discuss LTC 001-2016
From The LGBT Advisory Committee Regarding lmplementing A Rainbow Crosswalk At
The lntersection Of Ocean Drive And 12th Street On Miami Beach.
(Sponsored by Vice-Mayor John Elizabeth Alem6n)
(Add itional I nformation)
lncluded Herein ls:
1. Email Form Tom Donall, Owner Of Palace Bar, Dated January 10,2016, Supporting
lmplementing A Rainbow Crosswalk At The lntersection Of Ocean Drive And 12th
Street On Miami Beach
Agenda ltemS-Q--
Date !,- !3 ^lqo3
Granado, Rafael
From:
Sent:
IO:
Subject:
Aleman, John
Sunday, January 10,20L6 5:29 PM
Granado, Rafael
Fwd: Rainbow Crosswalk
Not sure if it is too late to attach this to item C4G?
Sent from my iPhone
Begin forwarded message:
From: Thomas Donall <thomasidonall@yaho
Date: January 7,2016 at9:27:36 PM EST
To: "Aleman, John" <JohnAleman@miamibeac
C c : " Ruiz-P az, Cilia Maria" <CMRuiz-Paz@miamib
Subject: Re: Rainbow Crosswalk
Reply-To: Thomas Donall <thomasjdonall@yaho
John,
As the owner of the Palace Bar, one of South Beach's most visited LGBT venues, I am absolutely
onboard.
The Pride colors are one of the most recognized LGBT Symbols in the world. The City's agreement to
continue support of this great symbol will show the community just how important we are to South Beach.
Tom Donall
Owner Palace Bar
51 7-230-6003
ThomasJ Donall@yahoo. com
On Thursday, January 7, 2016 10:39 AM, "Aleman, John" <JohnAleman@miamibeachfl,qov> wrote:
Dear Thom,
The LGBT Advisory Committee has written a Letter to Commission requesting
installation of a rainbow crosswalk at Ocean Drive and 12tn. As owner of the Palace are
you in support of this request?
Thank you,
John
MIAMIBEACH
Commissioner John Elizabeth Alemdn
OFFICE OF MAYOR AND COMMISSION
1700 Convention Center Drive, Miami Beach, FL 33139
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COMMISSION ITEM SUMMARY
Condensed Title:
A Resolution of the Mayor and City Commission of the City of Miami Beach, Florida, Adopting the Second
Amendment to the Caoital Budoet for Fiscal Year 2015/16.
Intended Outcome
M=*oo ntru Rl A
Ensure Value and Timely Delivery of Quality Capital Projects, lmprove Storm Drainage Citywide, and
Maintain City's I nfrastructure
Data Environmental etc.): N/A
Item Summary/Recommendation :
Planning for capital improvements is an ongoing process; as needs change within the City, capital programs and
priorities must be adjusted. The Capital lmprovement Plan ("ClP") serves as the primary planning tool for
systematically identifying, prioritizing and assigning funds to critical City capital development, improvements and
associated needs.
The City's capital improvement plan process begins in the spring when all departments are asked to prepare
capital improvement updates and requests on the department's ongoing and proposed capital projects. lndividual
departments prepare submittals identifying potential funding sources and requesting commitment of funds for
their respective projects.
The CIP is updated annually and submitted to the City Commission for adoption. The 2015116 - 2019120 Capital
lmprovement Plan and FY 2015116 Capital Budget was adopted on September 30, 2015 by resolution 2015-
29',t44
The first amendment to the Miami Beach Capital Budget for FY 2015116 was also adopted on December 9, 2015
via Resolution No. 2015-291u14
Section 166.241(4)(c.), Florida Statutes, requires that a municipality's budget amendment must be adopted in the
same manner as the original budget. The Second Amendment to the FY 2015116 Capital Budget totals an
increase of $13,972,683 and re-appropriation of $2,794,042 in order to provide additional tunding and conections
to the following capital projects
1. Light Rail / Modem Street Car Environmental Review
2. Scott Rakow Playground
3. Sanitation Roof Repair
4. Bayshore Neighborhood Sunset lslands lll & lV - Bid Pack D
5. Bayshore Neighborhood - Bid Pack 88 - Lower North Bay Road
6. 54" Redundant Sewer Force Main
7. Conections for: Palm & Hibiscus lsland Enhancement, Coast Guard Booster Pump Station, Stillwater
Park lmprovements
Transportation Fund #1 06
Renewal & Replacement Fund #125
Parking lmpact Fees / Fees in Lieu of Parking Fund #155
Pay as You Go Fund #302
2003 GO Bonds - Neighborhood lmprovement Fund #384
Water & Sewer Line of Credit Fund #419
$3,300,000$ 47,185
$6,700,000
$s1,750
$300,000
$3,173,748
g MIAMIBHACH DATE I-13- IU5
MIA&AIffiT&CH
City of Miami Beach, 1700 Convention Center Drive, Miami Beach, Florida 33139, www.miamibeachfl.gov
COMMISSION MEMORANDUM
TO:
FROM:
DATE:
SUBJECT:
MTAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, ADOPTING THE SECOND AMENDMENT TO THE
CAPITAL BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2015116.
ADMINISTRATION RECOMM EN DATION
Adopt the Resolution.
BACKGROUND
Planning for capital improvements is an ongoing process; as needs change within the City,
capital programs and priorities must be adjusted. The Capital lmprovement Plan ("ClP") serves
as the primary planning tool for systematically identifying, prioritizing and assigning funds to
critical City capital development, improvements and associated needs.
The City's capital improvement plan process. begins in the spring when all departments are
asked to prepare capital improvement updates and requests on the department's ongoing and
proposed capital projects. lndividual departments prepare submittals identifying potential
funding sources and requesting commitment of funds for their respective projects.
The CIP is updated annually and submitted to the City Commission for adoption. The 2015116 -
2O19t2O Capital lmprovement Plan and FY 2015116 Capital Budget was adopted on September
30, 2015 by resolution 2015-29144.
The First Amendment to the FY 2015/16 Capital Budget was approved on December 9, 2015 by
resol utio n 201 5-29220.
Section 166.241(4)(c.), Florida Statutes, requires that a municipality's budget amendment must
be adopted in the same manner as the original budget. Administration recommends adopting
the resolution for the first amendment to the FY 2015116 Capital Budget.
Mayor Philip Levine and Members o
Jimmy L. Morales, City Manager
January 13,2016
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Resolution Adopting the Second Amendment to the Capital Budget for FY 2015/16
January 13,2016
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SECOND AMENDMENT TO THE FY 2015/16 CAPITAL BUDGET
The Second Amendment to the FY 2015t16 Capital Budget totals an increase of $13,972,683
and re-appropriations of $2,794,0 42 in order to provide additional funding to the following capital
projects.
1. Light Rail/ Modern Street Car Environmental Review:
This item amends the FY 15116 Capital lmprovement Plan & Budget to include the
Light Rail / Modern Street Car project. On December 16, 2015 the City of Miami
Beach Mayor and Commission made a monumental step fonrvard towards improving
transportation in Miami Beach and Miami-Dade County by authorizing that the City
move forward in a solicitation to Design, Build, Operate, Maintain, and Finance a
light railimodern streetcar system in South Beach. At the December 16 Commission
meeting the Commission gave direction as follows:
. Accept receipt of unsolicited proposal and initiate statutory notice process (under
Fla. Stat. 287.05712) to permit other qualified firms to submit proposals.
. Establish an application fee of $100,000 per proposal to permit City to cover the
costs of evaluation of proposals. lf fee ultimately exceeds costs required to evaluate,
the City will refund excess portion of fee on a pro rata basis'
. Provide 120 days after publication of a notice to proposers for submission of
proposals and all information required by statute. During the 120 day period, the City
will advance the environmental analysis for the Project.. Proceed, in parallel to the solicitation, with the City's environmental analysis to
preserve the opportunity for state funding.. As necessary, provide proposers with the opportunity to incorporate the City's
environmental analysis within the proposals.
The environmental review will include preliminary engineering, 30 Yo design,
development of specifications to procure an entity to develop, finance, operate and
maintain the system and evaluation of proposals regarding same. As stated during
the discussions at the December 16 meeting, the order of magnitude cost is $10
million. Funding for the $10 million for the project will be funded as follows:
. New appropriation of $3.3 million savings in Transportation Fund from
savings in pro-rating the costs of the SB, MB, and Collins Link trolleys in FY
15
. New appropriation of $6.7 million from Fees in Lieu of parking post 2010
Prior Years' Aooropriations $o
January 13, 2016 Budqet Amendment 10.000.000
Prooosed Total Appropriations $10.000,000
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Resolution Adopting the Second Amendment to the Capital Budget for FY 2015/16
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3.
Z. Scoft Rakow Playground: This amendment adds a new project to the Capital
lmprovement Plan with an appropriation of $175,000 for a playground at the Scott
Rakow Youth Center. At the December 9, 2015 Commission meeting,
Commissioners approved proceeding with the purchase and installation of the new
playground. The need for a playground came about due to the relocation of the teen
center to the Scott Rakow Center, and a playground would allow for additional space
for the smaller after-school kids and free-up space for the teens. Funding for this
p@ect will come from transfers from the following proiects:
-Re-appropriation of $105,105 from remaining balance in Scott Rakow Phase ll
project
-Re-appropriation of $'18,887 from remaining balance in Scott Rakow & North
Shore Swimming Pools Project
-New appropriation of $51,750 from available funds in Pay-GO (Fund 302)
Prior Years' Appropriations $0
January 13,2016 Budget Amendment 175,742
Prooosed Total Appropriations $175.742
Sanitation Roof Repair: This amendment adds an additional $47,185 to the
Sanitation Roof repair project. The increase is due to a change order needed for
additional materials per the County requirements. Funding for this amendment is a
new appropriation coming from available funds in Renewal & Replacement Fund
125.
Prior Years' Appropriations $300.000
Januarv 13.2016 Budqet Amendment 47,185
Prooosed Total Appropriations $347,185
Bayshore Neighborhood Sunset lslands tlt & lV - Bid Pack D: This amendment is
in conjunction to item R7D on today's Commission Agenda. The Construction
Contract for this project is being Amended in the amount of $339,626 which will
increase the total contract amount to $8,114,593.51. The original contract did not
include owner's contingency. An owner's contingency in the amount of $800,000
(approximately 10%) for the entire project is being added for any scope changes
requested by the City, this includes stormwater, water & sewer, and above ground.
The project does not have above ground funds and a New Appropriation of $300,000
from Fund 384- 2OO3 GO Bonds - Neighborhood lmprovements is being requested.
Prior Years' Appropriations $11.706.338
January 13, 2016 Budqet Amendment 300,000
Proposed Total Appropriations $12.006,338
4.
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5. Bayshore Neighborhood - Bid Pack 8B - Lower North Bay Road: This
amendment is in conjunction to item R7E on today's Commission Agenda. This
amendment adds $400,000 to the project for lighting improvements. Pedestrian
Iighting improvements are not included in the current Design-Build project; however,
residents have requested that the Administration include these improvements.
Funding will be utilized as an allowance to design and install as much of the
infrastructure that this budget allows. Based on similar City lighting projects, the
improvements are estimated to cost close to $1.5 million for the design and
construction of the system. The City would complete the lighting improvements
when the additional fundinQ is identified. Funding for street lighting upgrades in the
amount of $400,000 is being funded by the Capital Reserve Fund.
Prior Years' Appropriations $14.148.102
January 13, 2016 Budget Amendment 400.000
Proposed Total Appropriations $14,548,102
54" Redundant Sewer Force Main: This amendment is in conjunction to item R7S
on today's Commission agenda regarding 54" Redundant Sewer Force Main Project
authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute a change order to the agreement
with David Mancini & Sons, lnc., dated August 24,2015. This amendment adds an
additional $3,173,748 to the 54in Diameter Redundant Sewer Force Main project
plus an additional $3,607,765 will come from the Stromwater Master Plan Program.
Funding for this amendment will come from the following sources:
-Re-appropriation of $3,607,765 from the Stormwater Master Plan Program
-New appropriation of $3,173,748 from Line of Credit to be repaid by Future Water &
Sewer Bonds
Prior Years' Aoorooriations $10,273,000
Januarv 13.2016 Budqet Amendment 6,781 ,513
Prooosed Total Aporopriations $17.054.513
6.
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7. Gorrections to GapitalAmendment # 1:
This item addresses corrections to the 1't Capital Amendment approved on
December 9,2015 by Reso #2015-29220, due to year-end close outs and un-posted
balances that caused variances in available balances.
1. Palm & Hibiscus lsland Enhancement:
a. Amendment #1 stated that $2,580,706 would be re-appropriated from
West Ave/ Bay Road lmprovements project for Palm & Hibiscus lsland
Enhancement. Of this amount, $2,204,000 is actually coming from Sunset
Harbor Pump Station Upgrades project as this balance was moved from
the West Ave/ Bay Road project during the FY 16 Capital budget
development.
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b. Amendment #1 stated that $691,793 would be re-appropriated from
Coast Guard Booster Pump Station project for Palm & Hibiscus lsland
Enhancement. Of this amount, $129,678 will instead come from Bayshore
Neighborhood- Bid Pack D. This is due to funds available in the Coast
Guard Booster Pump Station project being overstated prior to the year-
end close postings of expenses.
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2. Stillwater Park lmprovements: Amendment #1 understated the amount available
for re-appropriation from the Crespi Park Field Renovation project to the
Stillwater Park lmprovements project by $3,372 due to balances being rolled over
during the year-end process.
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RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, ADOPTING THE SECOND
AMENDMENT TO THE CAPITAL BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR
2015116.
WHEREAS, the final Capital lmprovement Plan for FY 2015116 - 2019120 and
the final Capital Budget for FY 2015116 was adopted via Resolution 2015-29144 on
September 30, 2015; and
WHEREAS, the first amendment to the Miami Beach Capital Budget for FY
2015116 was also adopted on December 9, 2015 via Resolution No. 2015-29144; and
WHEREAS, Section 166.241(4)(c.), Florida Statutes, requires that a
municipality's budget amendment must be adopted in the same manner as the original
budget; and
WHEREAS, the proposed amendment to the FY 2015/16 Capital Budget is
included in "Attachment A - Source of Funds" and "Attachment B - Programs"; and
WHEREAS, the City Administration recommends that FY 2015/16 Capital Budget
be amended to add appropriations totaling $13,972,683, and re-appropriate $2,794,042
between existing project highlighted in "Attachment C - Projects"; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH, that the Mayor and City Commission
hereby adopt the Sixth Amendment to the Capital Budget for Fiscal Year 2015/16 as set
forth in Attachment A (Source of Funds), Attachment B (Programs), and Attachment C
(Projects).
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 13th day of January,2016.
ATTEST:
Philip Levine, Mayor
Raphael E. Granado, City Glerk
APPROVED AS TO
FORM & LANGUAGE
& FOR EXECUTION
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ATTACHMENT A
FY 2015/16 CAPITAL BUDGET
SOURCE OF FUNDS
Amended 1113116
Fundinq Source
Arrended Capital
Budqet
Anended
1t13t16 Revised
fransoortation Fund 3.300,000 3,300,000
Renewal & Replacement Fund 2.447.OOO 47,185 2.494.185
7th Street Garaqe
Art in Public Places 352,000 352,000
Parking lmpact Fees 2.227.OOO 6,700,000 8,927,000
Concurrencv Mitioation 5,377,9U 5,377,9U
l*.lon TIF RDA (2.312.OOO',fi2.312,OOO)
Local Option Gas Tax 99s,000 995,000
Half Cent Transit Surtax - County (7.93r'')(7.g%',,
3apital Projects Financed by'Other 650,000 650,000
Pav-As-You-Go 1,615,894 51,750 1,667,644
SB Quality of Life Resort Tax Fund - 1%
2.678,000 2,678,000
IMEI Quality of Life Resort Tax Fund - 1%
1.235.000 1,235,000
NB Quality of Life Resort Tax Fund - 1%
3,108,080 3,108,080
Parks & Recreation Beautification 1,714,383 1,714,383
RCP - 1996 15M GO Bond 104.175 104,175
2003 GO Bonds - Fire Safety 43,610 43,610
2003 GO Bonds - Parks & Beaches 278,026 278.026
2003 GO Bonds - Neighborhood
lmorovement 300,000 300,000
NDC CDT lnterlocal-CDT/Resort Tax
Eligib (240,000)(240,0001
South Pointe Capital
10,757,000 10,757,000
Water & Sewer Line of Credit 7.621.371 3,173,748 10,795,119
W&S GBL Series 2010 CMB Reso
2009-27243
Gulf Breeze 2006
Water and Sewer Bonds 2005 75,000 75,000
Water and Sewer Enterprise Fund
Stormwater Line of Credit
Stormwater Bonds 60,266,296 60,266,296
Convention Center 2,500,000 2,500,000
RDA Garaqe Fund
RDAAnchorShoos Fund 46,000 46,000
Penn Garage
Parkinq Operations Fund 3,173,050 3,173,050
Eouioment Loan/Lease 5,110,000 5.110,000
Buildinq Tech Capital Proiect 150,000 150,000
Caoital Reserve (7,232,995 400,000 (6,832,995
Mami-Dade County Bond 42,400,000 42,400,O00
Prooosed Parkino Bonds 64,800,000 64,800,000
Proposed Future RDA Bonds 310,050,000 310,050,000
Proposed Future Resort Tax 1 Bonds 204,500,000 204,500,000
Proposed Future Water & Sewer Bonds
50,000,000 50,000,000
Total Appropriation as of 1/13/16 s 764.€1,890 $ 13,972,683 $ 778,4*,573
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ATTACHMENT B
FY 2015116 CAPITAL BUDGET
PROGRAMS
Amended 1113116
ProqramArea
Amended
Caoital Budqet
Amended
1113116 Revised
Art in Public Places $ 352,000 $ 352,000
Bridqes $ 83o,ooo $ 830,000
Community Centers $ 50,000 $ 50.000
Convention Center $ 511,388,000 $ 511,388,000
Environmental $ 110,000 $ 110,000
Equipment $ 5,479,000 $ 5,479,000
General Public Buildinqs $ 5,603,000 $ 5,603,000
Golf Courses $$
lnformation Technoloqy $$
Lighting $ 1,677,000 $ 1,677,000
lvbnuments $ 350,000 $ 350,000
Parkinq $$
Parking Garages $ 67,067,000 $ 67,067,000
Parkinq Lots $ 2,914,050 $ 2,914,050
Parks $ 7,524,664 51,750 $ 7,576,414
Renewal& Replacement $ 1,019,610 47,185 $ 1,066,795
Seawalls $ 10,026,894 $ 10,026,894
Streets/ Sidewalk lmps $ 23,961,715 700,000 $ 24,661,715
Trans iU Trans portation $ 4,524,000 10,000,000 $ 14,524,000
Utilities $ 123,604,957 3,173,748 $ 126,778,705
Tota! Appropriation as of
1t13116 $ 766.481,890 $ 13,972,683 $ 780,454,573
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ATTACHMENT C
CAPITAL BUDGET
PROJECTS
Amended 1113116
Note: (1) Sunsef tsland 3 & 4 / Bayshue Neighborhood - Bid Pack D includes an appropriation tothe proiectfu
',$300,000 and a re-appropriation fom the project to Palm & Htblscus for $129,678 fu a total net amedment to the
' project of $170,322. " Water and Sewer funding from this project uill be transfened to the Palm & Hibiscus /s/and
t,Enhancement project and uitt be reptaced by the Line of Credit funds and repaid to Line of Credit vuhen Water &
Capital Project Nanre
Arnended
CapitalBudget
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1t13116
Revised Capital
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Scott Rakow Youth Center Phase ll
$ 6,343,928 (105,10s)$ 6,238,823
Scott Rakovr & North Shore Swimming Pools
$ 152,460 (18,887)$ 133,573
Sanitation Roof
$300,000 47,185
Sunset lsland 3 & 4 / Bavshore Neighborhood - Bid Pack D
$ 11,706,338 170,322 $ 11,876,660
UVest Ave I Bav Road lmDiovements *$-=3,179M2 $'.,= 23,f79,642
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Sunj€t,Haibor Pump Station' Upsrades *$ 16,299,546 $ : 16,299,5,10
loast Guard Booster Pump Station - So Pte
$ (129,6781 129,678 $
iti llwater Park lmorovements
$,,':.= 147-.!-2i 3,372 $ 150,896
lrespi Park Field Renovation
$60,976 (3,372)$ . .,,.,, 57,604
Bavshore Neishborhood - Bid Pack B - Lower North Bav Road
$ 14,148,102 400,000 $ 14,548,102
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COMMISSION ITEM SUMMARY
Gondensed Title:
A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA,
ADOPTING THE SECOND AMENDMENT TO THE GENERAL FUND, ENTERPRISE FUND,
INTERNAL SERVICE FUND, AND SPECIAL REVENUE FUND BUDGETS FOR F]SCAL YEAR
(FY) 2015/16.
Kev lntended Outcome Supported:
Ensure expenditure trends are sustainable over the long term
Supporting Data:
]n the 2014 CommunitySurvey, both residents and businesses reported thefollowing areafor the City
related to value for taxes paid:
o Percentage of residents rating the Overall Value of City services for tax dollars paid as excellent or
good (Residents: 58%; Businesses 54%)
Item Su mmary/Recommendation :
The budgets for the General Fund, Enterprise Funds, lnternal Service Funds, and Special
Revenue Funds for Fiscal Year 2015116 were approved on September 30, 2015,with the adoption
of Resolution No. 2015-29141.
The First Amendment to the General Fund, Enterprise Funds, lntemal Service Funds, and Special
Revenue Funds budgets for FY 2015116 was approved on December 8,2015, by resolution20lS-
29221. Section 166.241(4)(c.), Florida Statutes, requires that a municipality's budgetamendment
must be adopted in the same manner as the original budget.
The Second Amendmentwould realign $3.3 million of funding foran Environmental Reviewof the
Miami Beach portion of Light Rail/Modern Street Car capital project and realign $35,000 of funding
for an additional boat for Marine Patrol in the Police department from Confiscated Trust funds.
This amendment would also add appropriation of $142,000 for additional resources to support the
Energov project implementation in the lT department, $196,000 of funding foryearone of principal
and interest payments for the Sunset lslands 3 and 4 Undergrounding Project, and $150,000 for
Body-Worn Cameras in the Police department from Confiscated Trust funds.
Financial !nformation:
Source of
Funds
@L--
Amount Account
$142,000 I nformation Technology Fund
$196,000 General Fund
$150,000 Confiscated Trust Fund (Federal)
John Woodruff, OBPI Director
Assistant City Manager
AGE}IDA *"O R-7D# MIAMISTACH DATE t-r3- l(o17
AAIAMI &TACH
City of Miomi Beoch, ,l700 Convenlion Center Drive, Miomi Beoch, Florido 33'l 39, www.miomibeochfl.gov
COMMISS MEMORANDUM
TO:Mayor Philip Levine and Members of City
FROM: Jimmy L. Morales, City Manager
DATE: January 13,2016
SUBJECT: A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR A]ID CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
MtAMt BEACH, FLORIDA, ADOPTNp THE SECOND AMENDMENT TO THE
GENERAL FU.ND, ENTERPRISE FUND, INTERNAL SERVICE FUND AND
SPECIAL REVENUE FUND BUDGETS FOR FISCAL YEAR (FY) 201sll6
ADMINISTRATION RECOMMENDATION
Adopt the resolution amending the FY 2015/16 General Fund, Enterprise Funds, lnternal
Service Funds, and Special Revenue Funds budgets.
KEY INTENDED OUTCOME SUPPORTED
Ensure expenditure trends are sustainable over the long term.
ANALYSIS
The budgets for the General Fund, Enterprise Funds, lnternal Service Funds, and Special
Revenue Funds for Fiscal Year 2015/16 were approved on September 30, 2015, with the
adoption of Resolution No. 2015-29141.
The First Amendment to the General Fund, Enterprise Funds, lnternal Service Funds, and
Special Revenue Funds budgets for FY 2015116 was approved on December 8, 2015, by
resolution 2015-29221. Section 166.241(4)(c.), Florida Statutes, requires that a
municipality's budget amendment must be adopted in the same manner as the original
budget.
The Second Amendmentwould realign $3.3 million of funding foran EnvironmentalReview
of the Miami Beach portion of Light Rail/Modern Street Car capital project and realign
$35,000 of funding for an additional boat for Marine Patrol in the Police department from
Confiscated Trust funds. This amendment would also add appropriation of $142,000 for
additional resources to support the Energov project implementation in the lT department,
$196,000 of funding for year one of principal and interest payments for the Sunset lslands 3
and 4 Undergrounding Project, and $'150,000 for Body-Worn Cameras in the Police
department from Confiscated Trust funds.
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Realiqn $3.3 million of fundinq for an Environmental Review of the Miami Beach
portion of Liqht Rai!/Modern Street Car capital proiect - Transportation Fund
On December 16, 2015 the City of Miami Beach Mayor and Commission made a
monumental step fonrvard towards improving transportation in Miami Beach and Miami-Dade
County by authorizing that the City move forward in a solicitation to Design, Build, Operate,
Maintain, and Finance a light rail/modern streetcar system in South Beach. At their
December 16th meeting the Commission gave direction as follows:
o Accept receipt of unsolicited proposal and initiate statutory notice process (under
Fla. Stat. 287.05712) to permit other qualified firms to submit proposals.
o Establish an application fee of $100,000 per proposal to permit City to cover the
costs of evaluation of proposals. lf fee ultimately exceeds costs required to evaluate,
the City will refund excess portion of fee on a pro rata basis.
o Provide 120 days after publication of a notice to proposers for submission of
proposals and all information required by statute. During the 120 day period, the City
will advance the environmental analysis for the Project.
. Proceed, in parallel to the solicitation, with the City's environmental analysis to
preserve the opportunity for state funding.
. As necessary, provide proposers with the opportunity to incorporate the City's
environmental analysis within the proposals.
The environmental review will include preliminary engineering, 30 percent design,
development of specifications to procure an entity to develop, finance, operate and maintain
the system and evaluation of proposals regarding same. As stated during the discussions at
the December 16th meeting, the order of magnitude cost is $10 million.
This amendment realigns $3.3 million in the Transportation Fund from savings in pro-rating
the costs of the South Beach, Mid-Beach, and Collins Link trolleys in FY 2015116 for the
latest estimated start dates. This amount will be transferred to the Capital Budget to fund
the project. The remaining of the cost, $6.7 million will be appropriated through the Second
FY 2015/16 Capital Budget Amendment from fund balance in the Fees ln-Lieu-Of Parking
(South Beach) Fund.
Realiqn $35.000 of fundins for an additional boat for Marine Patrol in the Police
Department - Confiscated Trust Fund (Statel
During the FY 2015116 budget development, the Police Department requested and received
Commission approval to utilize asset forfeiture monies for the purchase of an Articulated
ArielWork Platform Trailer. This item was to be used in conjunction with the command van
when deploying/managing remote camera surveillance technology. ln recent weeks the
Police Department has identified a vehicle currently in the City fleet that is available and
better suited for this need.
Consequently, Police requests the realignment of $35,000 previously earmarked for the
trailer purchase toward the acquisition of a used Coast Guard boat. An additional $70,000
to $100,000 will be necessary to refurbish the boat, however, it is anticipated that a UASI
grant will be available to cover these costs. Purchasing a used and refurbished boat saves
approximately $200,000.
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The additional boat is intended to reduce the risk of a waterborne terrorist attack by
providing a new and increased capability to locate, approach, tackle, challenge and board a
suspect vehicle efficiently and effectively. The boat will, after purchase and refitting, have
the following characteristics not currently available:
a) The soft-edged hull will enable safer and more prompt abutment to other vessels.
This, combined with a lowered stern to port and starboard, will provide an ability to
transfer quickly and safely between vessels. This capability is essential to tackle
potential terrorist threats.
The enclosed cabin will protect the crew from bad weather and help maintain a safe
working environment. This will enable the vessel to be used in all weather conditions
to ensure continuous interdiction and disruption capability.
Seats within the cabin have a shock absorbing function. This will enable the vessel
to maintain high speed through most water conditions - therefore increasing
interdiction and disruption capability.
There is an anti-fouling device for use when towing suspect vessels from which
occupants have been detained. This will speed up the capability to conduct a
forensic examination of any vessels - an ability that is essential in identifying any
ongoing threats (linked suspects, place of origin etc.).
The vessel with be equipped with a radar system that will 'see' a five mile radius
around the vessel in all weather and visibility conditions (including darkness). This
characteristic will give the MBPD a capability to prevent vessels from gaining access
to key assets through a stealth approach i.e. using darkness and/or poor visibility as
cover.
The on-board lighting system and roof mounted external lighting system willenable
the vessel's surroundings (other boats etc.) to be illuminated from a distance. lt will
therefore also significantly aid interdiction and disruption capability.
Appropriate $142.000 of fundinq for additional resources to support the Enerqov
proiect implementation in the !T department - Information Technoloov Fund
At the December 17th meeting of the Munis/Energov Project Steering Committee, the
Committee identified the need for additional resources to support Energov project
implementation that is schedule to Go-Live on April 1,2016. Currently, the Building
Department is managing Permits Plus which is used by Building, Planning, Fire, Code
Enforcement, Public Works, and City Clerk. Building-funded lT positions make all necessary
modifications to the software as processes change. ln the new Energov system, the existing
Building-funded positions would focus on tasks specifically related to the Building
department and the two new positions would support the other five departments with
technical support to effect changes or reconfigure software if the need arises.
Section 14-69 below has been an existing section of the code which funds Building
department employee training, education, safety and technology enhancements. However,
several other departments such as Fire, Public Works and Planning conduct reviews,
inspections and approvals as part of the building permit process. ln order to offer the best
possible service, all reviewing departments need to offer the highest level of training and
facilitate continuing education as well as provide for safety equipment and the acquisition
and implementation of technology that will enhance and expedite the permitting process. To
that end, the same provision was added for the departments of Public Works, Fire and
Planning during the recently adopted revised fee schedule to offset expenses associated
with the review and approval of development. The two new Senior System Analyst positions
would be budgeted in the lT department and be funded by these recently implemented fees.
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Appropriate $196.000 of fundino for Principal and lnterest costs forthe Sunset lslands
3 and 4 Underqroundinq Proiect - General Fund
On Octobet 14,2015, the Mayor and City Commission adopted Resolution No. 2015-291 80,
creating pursuant to Chapter 170, Florida Statutes, a special assessment district to be
known as the Sunset lslands 3 & 4 Utility lmprovement District, for a term of ten years, to
fund the placement underground of overhead utilities on Sunset lslands 3 & 4. The City is in
the process of executing a loan to pay the upfront costs of the project that will be recovered
through assessments to property owners. The assessments levied on the properties will
being after the completion of the placement of the underground utilities. This budget
amendment puts appropriation of $196,000 in Citywide-General Fund to coverthe firstyear
of principal and interest on the loan, in the event that cash flow from the assessments is not
enough to cover these costs in the first year. lf any principal and interest expenses are
realized by the City in year one, they will ultimately be reimbursed by assessments in later
years.
Appropriate $150.000 of fundinq for Bodv-Worn Gameras - Confiscated Trust Fund
(Federa!)
During the budget development process, $150,000 for Body-Worn Cameras was
inadvertently left out of the FY 2015/16 Budget. This budget amendment appropriates the
necessary $150,000 to continue the roll-out of the cameras as originally planned.
CONGLUS!ON
The Administration recommends that the Mayor and City Commission adopt the Second
Amendment to the General Fund, Enterprise Fund, lnternal Service Fund, and Special
Revenue Fund Budgets for Fiscal Year (FY) 2015116.
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RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH,
FLORIDA, ADOPTING THE SECOND AMENDMENT TO
THE GENERAL FUND, ENTERPRISE FUND, INTERNAL
SERVICE FUND, AND SPECIAL REVENUE FUND
BUDGETS FOR FTSCAL YEAR (FY) 201sl16.
WHEREAS, the budgets for the General Fund, Enterprise Funds, lnternal
Service Funds, and Special Revenue Funds for Fiscal Year 2015116 were approved on
September 30, 2015, with the adoption of Resolution No. 2015-29141; and
WHEREAS, the First Amendment to the General Fund, Enterprise Fund, lnternal
Service Fund, and "Special Revenue Fund budgets for Fiscal Year 2015/16 was
approved on December 8,2015, with the adoption of Resolution No. 2015-29221; and
WHEREAS, the proposed budget amendment realigns $3.3 million of funding for
an Environmental Review of the Miami Beach portion of Light Rail/Modern Street Car
capital project and $35,000 of funding for an additional boat for Marine Patrol in the
Police department; and adds appropriation of $142,000 for additional resources to
support the Energov project implementation in the !T department, $196,000 of funding
for year one of principal and interest payments for the Sunset lslands 3 and 4
Undergrounding Project, and $150,000 for Body-Worn Cameras in the Police
department as reflected in the attached Exhibit "A; and
WHEREAS, Section 932.7055 of the Florida Statutes sets forth the purpose and
procedures to be utilized for the appropriation and expenditures of the Police
Confiscation Trust Fund; and
WHEREAS, the proceeds and interest earned from the Police Confiscation Trust
Fund is authorized to be used for crime prevention, safe neighborhood, drug abuse
education and prevention programs, or forother law enforcement purposes; and
WHEREAS, the Chief of Police is authorized to expend these funds upon request
to the City of Miami Beach Commission, and only upon appropriation to the Miami Beach
Police Department by the City of Miami Beach Commission; and
WHEREAS, the Chief of Police of the City of Miami Beach has submitted a
written certification which states that this request complies with the provisions of Section
932.7055 of the Florida Statutes (written certification attached as Exhibit "B"), and the
Guide to Equitable Sharing of Federally Forfeited Property for Local Law Enforcement
Agencies.
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NOW THEREFORE, BE tT DULY RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY
COMMTSSTON OF THE CITY OF MIAM! BEACH that the Mayor and City Commission
hereby adopt the Second Amendment to the General Fund, Enterprise Fund, lnternal
Service Fund, and Special Revenue Fund Budgets for Fiscal Year (FY) 2015/16 as
shown in Exhibit "A".
PASSED and ADOPTED this 13h day of January, 2016.
ATTEST:
PHILIP LEVINE, MAYOR
RAPHAEL E. GRANADO, CITY CLERK
APPI?OVED AS TO
FORM & IANGUAGE
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Exhibit "A"
: GENERALFUND !
REVENUES - _
Ope6ting Revenues
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..; . .qr:s,oooi 2,114000
rsubtotatTnnsfers !S 10,434,000 IS -i$ 1q,44pqql
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Exhibit "A"
FY 2otslt6
Amended 2nd Budget FY 10LS|LG
Budget Amendment Revised Budget
ENTERPRISE FUNDS
REVENUE/APPROPRIATIONS
Convention Center
Parking
Sanitation
Sewer Operations
Stormwater Operations
Water Operations
Total Enterprise Funds
INTERNALSERVICE FUNDS
REVEN UEIAPPROPRIATIONS
Central Services
Fleet Management
lnformation Technology
Property Management
Risk Management
Medical and Dental lnsurance
Total lnternal Service Funds
SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS
REVENU E/APPROPRIATIONS
Resort Tax
Transportation
People's Transportation Plan Fund
7th Street Garage
5th & Alton Garage
Art ln Public Places
Tourism and Hospitality Scholarship Prgm
lnformation and Communitation Tech Fund
Education Compact
Green/Sustainability Funds
Residential Housing
Red Light Camera Fund
E-911 Fund
Cultural Arts Council
Normandy Shores
Tree Preservation
Police Confiscation Trust - Federal
Police Confiscation Trust - State
Police Special Revenue
Police Training
Police Crash Report Sales
Waste Haulers Add Serv & Public Benefit
Total Special Revenue Funds
s 10,737,000
79,452,000
27,t77,OOO
48,069,000
23,457,O00
35,017,000
s 10,737,000
79,452,@0
2t,L77,000
48,069,000
23,457,W0
35,017,000
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FY 201s/16
Amended
Budget
2nd Budget
Amendment
Ft20lsl16
Revised Budget
S 957,ooo
t0,470,0o0
16,135,000
8,807,000
15,699,000
28.961,000
s 967,000
10,470,000
L42,@O 76,277,@0
8,807,000
15,699,000
28,961,000
$ 81,039,000 s 142,000 s 81,181,000
FY Z01s/16
Amended 2nd Budget tYZ.0LS|LG
Budget Amendment Revised Budget
79,934,W
9,812,000
3,990,000
2,795,O@
812,000
340,000
L74,000
39s,000
107,000
399,000
773,000
1,416,000
398,000
t,478,000
226,OOO
t1]-,674
304,000
412,000
75,000
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30,000
105,000
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9,812,000
3,990,000
2,795,W
812,000
340,000
174,000
39s,000
107,000
399,000
773,O00
1,416,000
398,000
1,478,000
226,OOO
t71,674
454,000
472,O00
75,000
41,000
30,000
105,000
$ 104,127,674 3 t50,o0o $ 704,277,674
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"Exhibit B"
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CERTIFICATION
I, Daniel J. Oates, Chief of Police, City of Miami Beach, do hereby certify that the
aforementioned proposed request for expenditures from the City of Miami Beach police
Confiscation Trust Fund, for the 201512016 fiscal year providing funds for expenditures,
complies with the provisions of Section 932.7055(4Xa), Florida Statutes, and the Guide
to Equitable$\aring of Federally Forfeited Property for Local Law Enforcement
Agencies.
. Oates, Chief of Police
Beach Police'Department
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COMMISSI MEMORANDUM
Mayor Philip Levine and Members the City
FROM: Jimmy L. Morales, City Manager
DATE: January 13,2016
SUBJECT: PRESENTATION OF THE
FINAL REPORT
ADMINISTRATION RECOMMENDATION
MA ,S OCEAN DRIVE TASK FORCE
N/A
BACKGROUND
ln May, 2015, Mayor Levine appointed a nine member (with one alternate for a total of
ten members) Ocean Drive Task Force. The purpose of the Task Force was to review
conditions on Ocean Drive and make recommendations to the Mayor and City
Commission as to methods or improvements that could be implemented to enhance the
experience of those who visit Ocean Drive.
The Task Force eagerly took on their mission and set a goal for themselves of preparing
recommendations that would aid in making Ocean Drive a better experience for visitors
as well as a place residents would be comfortable visiting and returning regularly. ln
addition, the Task Force wished to do this while keeping in mind the on-going business
concerns on Ocean Drive and their needs.
The Task Force met a total of ten (10) times between June 2015 and November 2015 to
discuss relevant issues and meet with experts, residents, business owners, property
owners, and City officials. The Task Force discussed a wide breath of issues ranging
including, but not limited to: sidewalk caf6 issues, Lummus Park activation, visibility of
police officers, noise in the area, size of the sidewalks, appropriateness of City codes
and compliance with the Code, and issues related to homeless in the area.
One item, sidewalk caf6 conditions, was of great importance to the group and thus Chair
Plutzik created an Umbrella and Appearance Subcommittee. This sub-committee was
chaired by Steve Boucher and met a total of six (6) times to fully investigate issues such
as umbrella design, common code compliance issues, sidewalk caf6 furniture, and
interaction between pedestrians and sidewalk caf6s and the available space for each.
The sub-committee made recommendations to the full Task Force that were discussed
and became the basis for many of the recommendations in the Task Force's final report.
CONCLUSION
The Task Force approved a slate of recommendations for consideration by the Mayor
and Commission. The recommendations are contained within the Final Report which
Agenda ltem
Date
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January 14,2016
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will be presented to the Mayor and Commission by Jonathan Plutzik, Chair of the
Mayor's Ocean Drive Task Force
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CITY OF MIAMI BEAGH
MAYOR'S OCEAN DRIVE TASK FORCE
FINAL REPORT
JANUARY 13. 2016
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Mayor's Ocean Drive'Task Force
Honorable Philip Levine
Mayor
City of Miami Beach
1700 Convention Center Drive
Miami Beach, FL 33139
Dear Mayor Levine:
On behalf of the members of the Ocean Drive Task Ferrce, I am pleased to
share with you our final report.
I want to tttake special note of the excellent support we received fronr all
city departments itr connection with our months of nleetings and relating to
the preparation of our final recomnrendations. ln addition I rvant to salute
the other menrbers of our Task Force and participating mentbers from the
public. While rve didn't agree on everything, we had a collaborative and
constructive exchange about the many conrplex issues facing our
community.
We look forward to the opportunity to present this report to you and the
errtire City Commission.
lvith best rvishes for the holidays.
Chair
Ocean Drive Task Force
City Conrmission: Commissione.r fohn Elizaheth rtleman. (lommrssioner Ricky Arriola,
Conr nr i ssioner Kri sten Rosen Conzalez, Conr nr issianer M ichael Grieco"
Co nrnri ssioner I oy M ala kotf, Conrnrissioner M icky Steinberg
lrlayor's Ocean Driv* Task Frlrc"c Mcmbers: Frank rlmadeo, fonatharr Be*nett. Steverr
Houeher, lt'fl Felelrnan, foyce (iarret, Mitch Novrck. Reagan Pace. Rich Tamprco, Alex
Tonarelli
f inrnry L. Morales. City M.rnager
Raul l. Agurla, City Attorney
Rafacl f . Granado, City Clcrk
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Mavor's Ocean Drive Task Force
Members
Jonathan Plutzik, Chair
Frank Amadeo
Jonathan Bennett
Steven Boucher
Jeff Feldman
Joyce Garret
Mitch Novick
Reagan Pace
Alex Tonarelli
Rich Tampico (alternate)
Mayor's Ocean Drive Task Force
Final Report and Recommendations l/13/16
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Final Report of the
MAYOR'S OCEAN DRIVE TASK FORCE
BACKGROUND
On May 12, 2015, Mayor Philip Levine created the Mayor's Ocean Drive Task
Force (the "Task Force"). The purpose of the Task Force was to undertake an
examination of conditions on Ocean Drive, from 5th to 15th Streets, and to make
recommendations to the Mayor and City Commission that will enhance the Ocean
Drive experience for the City's visitors and residents. This report is intended to
summarize the conclusions of the Task Force, and to provide a series of clear and
immediately actionable items for the Mayor and City Commission to consider.
The Task Force is grateful for the support provided by all City departments that
participated in the fact-finding portion of this exercise. Of particular note has been
the active engagement of the Police, Code Compliance, Public Works and Planning
Departments. Staff support from Jeff Oris (Economic Development) and Nick
Kallergis (City Attorney's Office) is gratefully noted. We also note and appreciate
the active participation and input of the public in all of our meetings. The
testimony offered by the public was of great value to the Task Force.
CONCLUSION
Ocean Drive, as a function of its location, architectural significance, global brand
identity, operation of some of its more well run businesses, and the tax dollars it
generates, represents the emotional and commercial heart of Miami Beach.
The Task Force has substantial concerns about current conditions on Ocean Drive,
in Lummus Park, and on adjacent streets in the Mixed Use Entertainment ("IVD(E")
District. Despite their overwhelming importance to all of Miami Beach. without
iate attention mmus Park and much of the
II,D(E District risk further deterioration and risk being left behind in the great
evolution occurring in our community.
We support immediate action by the Mayor and City Commission.
Mayor's Ocean Drive Task Force
Final Report and Recommendations 1113/16
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OUR OCEAN DRTVE VISION
An Ocean Drive and immediately surrounding community that is welcoming and
safe to both local residents and tourists, is family friendly, thoughtfully highlights
its internationally acclaimed architecture, park, and beach, without diminishing its
commercial energy, and further enhances its reputation as one of the world's most
iconic destinations.
OUR TASK FORCE MISSION
Recommend changes to the Mayor and City Commission concerning the Ocean
Drive environment that will elevate the experience and safety for all residents and
visitors, maintain and improve its commercial vitality, and grow its reputation as a
greatplace to live and as a destination for great architecture, culture, and cuisine. It
is essential that we create an environment in both the commercial areas and the
adjacent park that is conducive to resident and family participation.
Mayor's Ocean Drive Task Force
Final Report and Recommendations l/13/16
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SUMMARY RECOMMENDATIONS
l. Implement all recommendations by lllll2016. The sooner the better.
2. Devote additional Police and Code Compliance resources to enforcement.
3. Implement premium on-street parking rates for non-residents, to fund improvements.
4. Extend the west sidewalk eastward up to five feet.
5. Explore a more limited extension of the east sidewalk for pedestrian usage only.
6. Speciff differentiated color pavers to designate a clear pedestrian pathway.
7. Install City-specified uniform lighting on entire extended west sidewalk.
8. Use innovative technology to seasonally optimize lighting for both sea turtles and tourists.
9. Install new City-specified low profile umbrellas on entire west sidewalk.
10. Request direction from the Planning Department and HPB on uniform rules for awnings.
1 1. Eliminate real and artificial food displays wherever visible from the sidewalk, to the extent
permitted by law.
l2.Limit the use of operator-installed "misters" to the months when the use of heaters is
prohibited by the City Code.
13. Transfer primary oversight and review of sidewalk cafe permits to the Planning Department.
14. Prohibit music projection from open-air commercial passenger vehicles in the MXE District.
15. Establish licensing procedures which include permitted hours of operation for tourist buses.
16. Enforce automobile noise restrictions with appropriate police discretion.
17. Activate Lummus Park as a magnet for community and family engagement.
18. Identify concessionaire(s) to implement regular art and craft shows in Lummus Park.
19. Partner with community an patrons and institutions to install exhibitions in Lummus Park.
20. Install west-facing benches on east sidewalk, to encourage architectural appreciation.
21. Activate Lummus Park, west of the dunes, for further athletic engagement.
22. Consider periodic early evening activation of Lummus Park and adjacent areas.
23. Consider periodic closure of Ocean Drive to vehicles, in order to attract families.
24. Acquire permanent, modern, attractive tourist arrival electronic signage.
25. Identify a City employee to act as a liaison and to lead the upgrade of Ocean Drive.
26. Cooperate in an operator-led training program for hospitality employees.
27. Cooperate in operator-led initiative to increase off-duty police and private security efforts.
28. Consider the creation of a special taxing district to improve oversight of Ocean Drive.
29. Consider 1-year extension of the Task Force to monitor implementation of the program.
Mayor's Ocean Drive Task Force
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DETAILED RECOMMENDATIONS
1. SET NOVEMBER 2016 AS THE TARGET DATE FOR COMPLETION
OF APPROVED PLANS AND FOR IMPLEMENTATION OF NEW CITY
RULES AND REGULATIONS THAT ARE ADOPTED BY THE MAYOR
AND CITY COMMISSION.
The Task Force is committed to ensuring that (i) Ocean Drive businesses comply
with new and existing rules and regulations and (ii) capital improvements (both
private and public) take place as expeditiously as possible. The Task Force
acknowledges that certain costs will be borne by business operators and property
owners and some additional planning and study is required. However, the Task
Force strongly believes that improvements on Ocean Drive need to happen very
rapidly to achieve our collective goals.
2. DEDTCATE TWO (2) ADDITIONAL POLICE SERGEANTS AND
TWELVE (12) POLICE OR CODE COMPLIANCE OFFICERS TO THE
MXE DISTRICT.
The Task Force acknowledges that it is not comprised of public safety experts. As a
consequence, the commentary that follows is based on extensive observation of
neighborhood conditions and feedback from the community.
The Task Force heard repeatedly from the public that they longed for a more visible
police presence on Ocean Drive and in the MXE District generally. Stories were
frequently shared of individuals approached on Ocean Drive by individuals
involved in drug sales or prostitution. In general, while certain crime statistics are
trending favorably, Ocean Drive is not viewed as a family-friendly, upscale
environment for either visitors or residents. The Task Force believes that these and
many other issues in the area would improve substantially if more Police and Code
Compliance resources were dedicated to this neighborhood.
In addition, the Task Force recommends that police personnel on foot patrol be
prioritized as a regular feature among the range of police strategies employed. The
Task Force believes that the increased visibility of uniformed police on the
sidewalks will contribute to the perception and reality of an enhanced level of
personal safety.
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3. ESTABLISH PREMIUM ON.STREET PARKING RATES FOR NON-
RESIDENTS oN ocEAN DRIVE BETWEEN stn AND 15'n 5TREETS,
AND, IF LEGALLY PERMISSIBLE, DEDICATE EXCESS REVENUE
TO FUND A CONSISTENT MULTI.LAYER PROGRAM TO IMPROVE
PUBLIC CONDITIONS ON OCEAN DRIVE (INCLUDING LUMMUS
PARrO.
The Task Force recognizes that costs are associated with the implementation of its
recommendations. The Task Force recommends that the City establish premium
on-street parking rates for non-resident visitors to Ocean Drive in order to
contribute to the funding of various improvements to Ocean Drive, including
Lummus Park.
Modern parking management techniques include consideration of surge pricing and
the recognition that some areas are simply more valuable than others. The Task
Force believes that Ocean Drive is such a location.
4. CONSTRUCT UP TO A FIVE-FOOT (5',) EXTENSION OF THE WEST
SIDEWALK (SUCH EXTENSION SHOULD BE LIMITED, IF
POSSIBLE, TO PERMIT THE EXISTING TWO LANES OF TRAFFIC
AND TWO LANES OF ON.STREET PARKING TO REMAIN). THE
GOAL OF THE SIDEWALK EXTENSION IS TO IMPROVE PUBLIC
SAFETY, ACCOMMODATE THE SUBSTANTIAL GROWTH IN
PEDESTRIAN TRAFFIC WHICH HAS ALREADY OCCURRED, AND
CREATE A MORE TJNIFIED, UPGRADED VISUAL PRESENTATION
OF ICONIC OCEAN DRIVE.
CREATE A DEDICATED PEDESTRIAN PATHWAY ALONG EASTERN
PORTION OF WEST SIDEWALK. SHIFT ALL SIDEWALK CAFE
FURNITURE TOWARD THE BUILDINGS WHICH HOUSE THE
RESTAURANTS AND BARS, ALONG THE WEST SIDE OF OCEAN
DRIVE, THEREBY ELIMINATING THE PEDESTRIAN "TUNNEL"
BETWEEN TWO ROWS OF SIDEWALK CAFE TABLES, AND
CREATING AN OPEN PEDESTRIAN PATH ALONG THE EASTERN
SIDE OF THE WESTERN SIDEWALK ON OCEAN DRIVE.
RESTRICT THE USE OF THE NEW
PEDESTRIANS, AND CITY
FIXTURES/STREET FURNITURE.
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The Task Force reviewed conditions for pedestrians in the area and determined that
one of the most significant issues has been created by the pedestrian "tunnel" or
"gauntlet" that runs the length of Ocean Drive. Task Force members and
representatives of the public overwhelmingly indicated that the current condition
creates an unsafe and inhospitable environment for pedestrians, and difficult service
conditions for caf6 owners and staff. The Task Force also heard troubling reports
conceming pedestrians, wait staff, and other caf6 employees being groped and
otherwise accosted during high-traffic times. Members of the Miami Beach Police
Department expressed concern that the tunnel effect created by umbrellas and
awnings makes it exceptionally difficult for officers to see what is happening in
these areas, leading to public safety enforcement challenges, including drug sales
and thefts of personal items such as purses and cell phones.
After extensive Task Force discussion and public input, the Task Force concluded
that the most effective way to mitigate the adverse pedestrian experience of the
sidewalk "tunnel" or "gauntlet" effect would be to modestly expand the west
sidewalk. The Task Force believes that three (3') to five feet (5') of additional
sidewalk would be a sufficient width to move all sidewalk caf6s against the
buildings to the west of the pedestrian walkway. The expanded sidewalk would
allow for an expansion of the dedicated pedestrian walkway width to at least six
(6') to eight feet (8') (from the current five feet (5')) while accommodating fire
hydrants, traffic control signs, and other public elements contained near the curb.
The additional width of the sidewalk would create a more effective buffer between
caf6 customers and pedestrians. As noted later in this report, the Task Force
encourages the utilization of differentiated sidewalk finish materials to delineate
pedestrian traffi c areas.
The expansion of the sidewalk is specifically NOT intended to create additional
seating areas for Ocean Drive restaurants. This sidewalk expansion is solely
intended to enhance the appearance and functionality of the area by separating
diners from pedestrians and expanding the pedestrian zone.In addition, caf6-owned
street furniture and equipment should not, in any way, impede or interfere with
pedestrian movement.
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5. EXPLORE A LIMITED EXPANSION OF THE EAST SIDEWALK
The Task Force believes that much care must be given to preserve the beauty of
Lummus Park, as it is an important asset of the community. At the same time, we
believe that comprehensive planning should include an exploration of capturing a
few additional feet of sidewalk to accommodate the growth in pedestrian traffic that
has occurred. We support such an examination.
6. THE CITY SHOULD INSTALL CONCRETE SIDEWALKS OR PAVERS
OF DIFFERENT COLORS OR PATTERI\S TO DELINEATE
DEDICATED PEDESTRIAN PATHWAYS FROM AREAS AVAILABLE
FOR DINING, IN ORDER TO FACILITATE ENFORCEMENT.
The Task Force observed that the sidewalks on Ocean Drive have substantially
variable appearance, from 5th to 15th Streets. The Miami Beach Red concrete that
is used for sidewalks throughout the City has a significant drawback; it wears and
fades unevenly. Additionally, when a section is replaced, the newly installed
section can have a completely different color. The goal should be to make sidewalk
appearance as unifofin as possible by considering different materials, such as
pavers, that will more effectively delineate pedestrian and restaurant areas.
7. INSTALL UNIFORM LIGHTING ON THE ENTIRE EXTENDED
SIDEWALK ON OCEAN DRIVE FROM 5.h TO 15th STREETS.
We believe that the City has a unique opportunity, in the context of a possible weste
sidewalk extension, to install uniform, variable, and attractive lighting along this
length of Ocean Drive. It is critical that such lighting be installed even in areas
where there are no sidewalk cafe operators. It is often those darkened areas of
Ocean Drive that are the most unwelcoming to pedestrians. At the moment, lighting
on Ocean Drive is uneven, uninviting, insufficient and unattractive.
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8. INSTALL NEW LIGHTING ON OCEAN DRIVE AND IN LUMMUS
PARK REFLECTING THE SEASONALITY OF ENVIRONMENTAL
ISSUES (I.E., SEA TURTLES) AS WELL AS RESIDENT AND TOURIST
SAFETY NEEDS (I.E., LIGHTS SHOULD HAVE THE ABILITY TO
CHANGE GIVEN THE SPECIFIC SEASONAL REQUIREMENTS).
The Task Force believes that the design and implementation of a uniform lighting
system along the entire length of Ocean Drive, from 5th to 15th Streets, and within
Lummus Park, is essential to both appearance and public safety. Current lighting in
Lummus Park and along Ocean Drive is dim in many areas in order to minimize the
impact of light pollution on sea turtle nesting. However, sea turtle nesting season is
not year-round. Interestingly, sea turtle nesting season runs from April to October
each year, while Miami Beach's peak tourist season runs approximately from
October to April. Therefore, the City should explore seasonally variable lighting
solutions, to maximize visibility and public safety during its peak tourism months.
Much of the Task Force's discussion with the Police Department focused on the
lack of visibility created by both the sidewalk cafe umbrellas and insufficient
illumination along the sidewalks. Without (the very unattractive) temporary police
lighting, certain sections of the sidewalk are very dark. The Police Department
suggested that the installation of enhanced lighting along the entire length of Ocean
Drive would meaningfully contribute to improved police oversight and public
safety.
The Task Force believes that modern lighting technology allows for fixtures that
could be controlled to change lumens (brightness) on a seasonal basis. Given that
sea turtle nesting season only lasts six months, the entire district should be
illuminated more brightly during the sea turtle nesting off-season. The Task Force
recommends that the City research the feasibility of uniform lighting fixtures along
Ocean Drive, from 5th to 15th Streets, that will adjust to seasonal, environmental,
and public safety requirements. Any plan to expand the western sidewalk must
include a detailed lighting plan. We believe that the implementation of such an
improved lighting plan need not compromise the evening mood and environment
for diners on Ocean Drive.
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9. RECOMMENDATIONS REGARDING SIDEWALK CAFE
UMBRELLAS
The Task Force believes that the single change that would contribute most to an
improved Ocean Drive experience would be to mandate an umbrella and awning
upgrade for all buildings. The poor, inconsistent, and often dirty condition of
umbrellas and awnings on Ocean Drive creates three significant issues:
The current conditions create (i) an unsightly environment that is entirely
inconsistent with a world-class destination; (ii) an obscuring of our historically
important Art Deco architecture; and (iii) a public safety concern. The various
umbrella styles and configurations currently installed along Ocean Drive make it
substantially more difficult for the Police and Code Compliance Departments to
monitor activity on the west sidewalk. In addition, many of the umbrellas are of a
darker color, which further contributes to the shadowy, claustrophobic, tunnel-like,
and often frightening conditions on the west sidewalk.
The examination of umbrellas and other sidewalk caf6 issues was of such
importance to the Task Force and representatives of the public (residents, operators
and property owners) that the Task Force created the Umbrella and Aesthetics
Subcommittee to focus specifically on these issues. The Subcommittee held six
meetings during a three-month period from July 2015, through September 2015.
The Subcommittee formulated a slate of recommendations that were then
transmitted to the Task Force for further consideration and approval. The
Subcommittee's work was the basis for the following recommendations related to
umbrellas that were adopted by the full Task Force:
A. Require umbrellas to have low-profile canopies.
The umbrellas utilized by sidewalk caf6s on Ocean Drive are often oversized, too
tall, poorly maintained, and severely detract from the architecture of the historic
buildings. The public voiced a belief that the current appearance of the often
tattered and dirty umbrellas "cheapened" the Ocean Drive experience.
The Task Force (and the Umbrella and Aesthetics Subcommittee) recognize the
need for umbrellas to protect caf6 patrons from both the strong South Florida sun
and periodic rainfall. The identification of modern, cantilevered low-profile
umbrella canopies is part of a package of recommendations that include minimum
and maximum canopy heights; a color palette for umbrella canopies; and the
extension of the west sidewalk.
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B. Restrict the canopy color of sidewalk cafe umbrellas to a palette of
pastel colors, to be recommended by City Planning Department staff
and the Historic Preservation Board.
The Task Force recommends that the Planning Department, with the input of the
Historic Preservation Board, identifu a specific palette of light, pastel-like colors,
for the Mayor and City Commission to approve, that would provide a cleaner, more
consistent, and brighter appearance, and would be more compatible with the goal of
highlighting the historic architecture along the Drive. A limited color palette would
also mitigate dark conditions on the sidewalks.
C. Limit umbrella canopies to one solid color per sidewalk caf6 and
allow the sidewalk caf6 to print its name, in a contrasting color and in
a font no larger than 12 inches, on the umbrella canopies or valences.
In addition to defining a limited color palette for umbrellas, the Task Force believes
that the adverse visual impact of large umbrellas would be fuither minimized
through the use of a single umbrella color for each sidewalk cafe operator, with a
single, contrasting color utilized for the cafe name. Such a restriction would
optimize umbrella appearance and allow for easy identification of each business,
without detracting from Ocean Drive's historic architecture.
D. Restrict umbrella canopies to a square or rectangular shape only.
The Task Force recommends that the Mayor and City Commission adopt
regulations regarding umbrella shape and design. Input was received from many of
the area businesses and by a shade structure professional. The Task Force
recommends that the canopies of sidewalk cafe umbrellas be limited to square or
rectangular shapes. The Task Force believes that umbrellas of a square or
rectangular shape would optimize umbrella coverage while highlighting - and not
obstructing - the Art Deco architecture of the buildings.
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E. Increase the minimum clearance under umbrella canopies to seven
feet (7') and the maximum height of the umbrella canopies to nine
feet (9').
The City Code currently requires that no portion of an umbrella be less than six
feet, eight inches (6'-8") above the right-of-way, without prescribing a maximum
height. The Task Force recommends a minimum clearance of seven (7') feet and a
maximum height of nine (9') feet, in order to ensure that umbrellas have a low
profile and to create a more open environment for pedestrians and diners.
F. Allow minimal titting of umbrella canopies, to an extent determined
by City Planning Department staff.
This recommendation is designed to allow operators some allowance for the low-
profile umbrellas to track movement of the sun and rain for the comfort of caf6
diners. The members expressed a desire for City Planning Department staff to
conduct andlor review shade studies to determine an appropriate amount of
umbrella tilt.
G. Allow umbrellas and umbrella canopies to remain closed and on the
sidewalk during hours when a business is closed.
The Task Force recognizes that the removal and storage of umbrellas from the
sidewalk each night is a difficult task. The umbrellas are large and cumbersome,
and are not easily removed.
H. Allow bolting/permanent affixing of umbrellas, subject to Public
Works Department review, as part of a package to expand the
sidewalk
The Task Force recommends, subject to Public Works oversight and review, that
umbrellas be affixed to the sidewalk as a space management and safety measure.
The Task Force concluded that the ability to remove large, unsightly, free standing
base supports for umbrellas would make the area substantially more attractive and
lead to a better utilization of space.
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The affixing of umbrellas to the sidewalk requires proper planning with respect to
the underlying structure of the sidewalk. The sidewalk must be engineered to
support the wind loads that may be experienced by the umbrellas and for umbrellas
to have a quick-release mechanism to easily separate an umbrella from its base.
This issue is best addressed in connection with the plannine of the recommended
extension of the west sidewalk.
IO.FURTHER DEVELOP, WITH THE INPUT OF THE PLANNING
DEPARTMENT AND HISTORIC PRESERVATION BOARD, THE
CITY'S DESIGN GUIDELINES WITH REGARD TO AWNINGS AND
CANOPIES ATTACHED TO BUILDINGS, INCLUDING
DISCOURAGING CONTINUOUS AWNINGS, SUBJECT TO THE
CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS CRITERIA.
The Task Force is deeply concerned with the appearance of awnings attached to
buildings along Ocean Drive, which are within the purview of the Planning
Department and Historic Preservation Board. The Task Force likewise requests that
the City Commission consider how such awnings interact with allowable umbrella
colors and design. To ensure compatibility, the Task Force recommends that the
City develop more consistent and stringent guidelines, with the input of the
Planning Department and Historic Preservation Board. Such guidelines should
require clear compatibility and consistency between the design and color palette of
allowable umbrellas and that of awnings and canopies (which are currently subject
to a different approval process).
The Task Force also believes that 100% continuous awnings along the front of
historically significant buildings reduce natural light and obscure important
architecture. The Task Force acknowledges the importance of providing sun and
rain cover to patrons. The Task Force believes that by mandating "lower profile"
umbrellas, selecting pastel colors with a lighter hue, and directing operators to
generally upgrade and clean up umbrella appearance, only limited breaks between
and among awnings and umbrellas are necessary. The Task Force recommends that
the Planning Department and Historic Preservation Board determine appropriate
location and scope of limited breaks between and among awnings and umbrellas.
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II.PROHIBIT, TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, BOTH REAL
AND ARTICIAL FOOD DISPLAYS IN OUTDOOR AREAS THAT ARE
VISIBLE FROM THE RIGHT-OF-WAY.
The Task Force believes that displays of real or artificial food on the sidewalk,
immediately adjacent to the sidewalk, or easily visible from the sidewalk are
inconsistent with a world-class destination. Further, such displays meaningfully
diminish the Ocean Drive experience by impeding pedestrian traffic. The Task
Force recommends that such displays be eliminated and be subject to strong
enforcement.
Food displays are currently prohibited on the sidewalk. However, the Task Force
recommends that the City explore whether it can legally prohibit such displays on
private property.
I2.AUTHORIZE, BUT LIMIT, THE USE OF WATER MISTING DEVICES
AT SIDEWALK CAFES DURING THE MONTHS WHEN THE USE OF
HEATERS IS PROHIBITED BY THE SIDEWALK CAFE ORDINANCE
(I.E., PROHIBTT rHE USE OF MTSTERS FROM OCTOBER lST
THROUGH APRrL 30TH).
The Task Force recognizes that misting devices assist in cooling patrons and are
appropriate, given the heat in South Florida. To minimize sidewalk clutter and
improve the general appearance of Ocean Drive, the Task Force recommends
limiting the use of misting devices to the months when the use of heaters is
prohibited by the Sidewalk Cafe Ordinance. In addition, misting devices should be
pointed only in the direction of seated patrons.
I3.TRANSFER PRIMARY O\TERSIGHT OF SIDEWALK CAFES,
INCLUDING PERMIT REVIEW AND APPROVAL, AND DESIGN
REVIEW, TO THE PLANNING DEPARTMENT.
THE PLANNING DEPARTMENT SHOULD PROVIDE
GREATER CLARITY AND OVERSIGHT THROUGH
APPROPRIATE REGULATION OF:
A. OPTIMAL SPACING BETWEEN SIDEWALK CAFE
FIJRNITURE, INCLUDING TABLES, CHAIRS, AND
UMBRELLAS;
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B. THE TYPES/STYLES OF SIDEWALK CAFE FURNITURE
PERMITTED; AND
C. THE SIZE/APPROPRIATENESS OF FURNITURE
ALLOWED.
The Task Force observed that there are two central elements to sidewalk cafe
review: (1) design, physical appearance, and layout, and (2) public safety. In the
Task Force's judgment, the current review of sidewalk cafe permit applications and
site plans (including the layout of chairs, tables, planters, umbrellas) is insufficient.
The City Code limits the area in which sidewalk caf6 furniture can be placed;
however, there are no regulations defining, for instance, appropriate chairs or
tables, or how many seats a cafd may have within the allotted space. This has led to
the inappropriate placement of couches and all variations of other types of fumiture,
including chairs and tables, on the sidewalk.
The Task Force believes that the Planning Department is best suited to have
primary responsibility for permitting and for design review of sidewalk cafes. The
Public Works Department, along with all other City departments that currently
review sidewalk cafe permit applications, should continue to review applications
for compliance with the City Code, Building Code, Fire Code, etc. However, the
Planning Department should oversee sidewalk cafe applications and should act as
the primary point of contact for permit applicants. The design and layout of a
sidewalk caf6 must play amore important role in the City's permit review.
|4.MUSIC SHOULD BE PROHIBITED FROM GOLF CART AND OTHER
OPEN.AIR COMMERCIAL VEHICLES PROVIDING FREE RIDES IN
THE CITY.
Golf carts and other open-air commercial vehicles that cruise the MXE District
often operate very loud sound systems that are utilized to attract passengers and
attention to the vehicles. This noise is unnecessary and disturbs visitors and
residents. While the Task Force does not object to the presence of the vehicles or
their bright lighting, the Task Force recommends that such vehicles be prohibited
from projecting music outside of the vehicle. To the extent that the Noise Ordinance
prohibits loud noise emanating from such vehicles, the Task Force recommends that
the Police Department increase its enforcement efforts.
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ls.INITIATE A CITY LICENSING PROCEDURE REQUIRING
COMMERCIAL VEHICLE Al\D TOUR OPERATORS TO OPERATE
ON OCEAN DRIVE WITHOUT DROP.OFFS AND PICK.UPS;
RESTRICT NOISE EMANATING FROM THE OPEN AIR PORTION OF
THE VEHICLE; AI\D LIMIT HOURS OF OPERATION TO NON.PEAK
HOURS OF 9:00 A.M. TO 6:00 P.M.
This recommendation has two elements. The first is noise related, as many party
buses operate in the IvDG District late at night and in the early morning. These
buses often have loud music emanating from them. For instance, one of the party
buses, which is sponsored by a local restaurant, travels the MXE District while
blaring music and encouraging the passengers to yell and sing, all of which is easily
audible from the street. The Task Force recommends that the City crack down on
noise projecting from open-air commercial vehicles, including noise projecting
from such party buses.
The second part is a recommendation as to traffic control. The Task Force is
concerned about the traffic congestion caused by tour bus operators stopping on
Ocean Drive to pick up and drop off passengers. In addition, many tour buses are
large and do not easily navigate the roadway. Tour buses snarl traffic and can cause
significant vehicular delays. The Task Force recommends that the City limit the
hours of such bus activity on Ocean Drive.
Note: The Task Force was informed, by City staff, of the City's limited ability to
regulate such vehicles. However, the Task Force requested that this
recommendation remain in this report.
16.THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION SHOULD ISSUE A
DIRECTIVE TO THE POLICE DEPARTMENT TO ENFORCE THE
NOISE ORDINANCE AGAINST DRIVERS OF VEHICLES, WITH
APPROPRIATE DISCRETION.
Currently there are only two options to cite a vehicle operator for loud noise: 1)
Issue a violation under the City Code, which imposes civil fines for noise
violations, and must be enforced by Code Compliance; or 2) Issue a violation under
the County Code, which imposes criminal penalties.
Both of these enforcement options are problematic. Citing a driver under City Code
is often ineffective as the City is limited in its ability to collect its civil fines.
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However, citing a driver under the County Code imposes criminal penalties.
Outside of the golf carts, party buses, and tour buses, the majority of (often
inadvertent or Code-ignorant) violators are young people. A criminal citation can
irreparably damage a young person's future and thus, enforcement must be
undertaken with great care.
The Task Force recommends that the City explore ways to better enforce the noise
ordinances against drivers of vehicles, and requests that the Commission direct the
Police Department to do so.
\7.PURSUE THE CAREFUL ACTIVATION OF LUMMUS PARK AS A
PLACE OF PUBLIC ART/CULTI]RE. LUMMUS PARK SHOULD BE
AN ATTRACTIVE DESTINATION FOR RESIDENTS AND TOURISTS.
l8.IDENTIFY CONCESSIONAIRE(S) TO IMPLEMENT REGULAR
LI]MMUS ART AND CRAFT SHOWS.
I9.PARTNER WITH COMMUNITY ART PATRONS AND INSTITUTIONS
TO INSTALL SCULPTURAL EXHIBITIONS.
2O.INSTALL WEST.FACING BENCHES ON/ADJACENT TO EAST
SIDEWALK FOR ARCHITECTURAL APPRECIATION.
2I.CONSIDER ACTIVATION OF AREAS WEST OF THE DUNES IN
LI.INIMUS PARI( FOR FURTHER ATHLETIC ENGAGEMENT.
22.CONSIDER PERIODIC EARLY EVENING ACTIVATION OF PARK
AND ADJACENT AREAS.
Lummus Park is a substantially underutilized resource. Given its proximity to the
Art Deco District, residential areas, and beach, Lummus Park should be considered
one of the world's great urban parks. Presently, the Park is primarily a gathering
place for homeless people. The Park is an often dark and inhospitable zone
separating Ocean Drive from the beach.
The City should pursue the careful activation of Lummus Park with arts and
cultural activities (i.e. crafts fairs, small limited performances, sports activities).
Such events could be particularly effective during, but not necessarily limited to,
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weekend mornings when activity in the area is currently limited. It is essential that
this activation be resident and family friendly. The Task Force recommends that the
Mayor and City Commission direct staff to explore the retention of a
concessionaire(s) to develop a periodic craft fairlart show program.
In addition, the installation of public art, and upgrading of the existing elements in
the park, such as the restrooms, benches, lighting, and playgrounds, is critical to
Ocean Drive's future. Lighting that is seasonably adjustable to provide low level
lighting during sea turtle nesting season and brighter lighting during peak tourist
season is also critical. The City should seek to create important annual arl
installations in the Park. It is striking, for example, that there are no public benches
on or adjacent to the east sidewalk, which faces our acclaimed Art Deco buildings.
The Task Force was impressed with the efforts undertaken by the City's Homeless
Outreach Office and Police Department Homeless Outreach Unit to assist and work
with the homeless population. Naturally, our broader Ocean Drive goals can only
be accomplished if these units continue to work successfully to respond to the needs
of the homeless in Lummus Park, on Ocean Drive and throughout the City.
23.CONSIDER PERIODIC SUNDAY CLOSURES OF OCEAN DRIVE TO
VEHICULAR TRAFFIC TO PROMOTE FAMILY UTILIZATION.
One of the principal goals of the Task Force was to discuss ways to encourage the
return of families to Ocean Drive and Lummus Park.
The Task Force suggests that the City periodically close Ocean Drive to vehicular
traffic, on a regular schedule (e.g., once a quarter, or once a month), to allow for
activities such as arts and crafts fairs, a fresh food market, or other family friendly
activities. Additionally, jazz breakfasts or other well-managed, park-appropriate
activities, should be promoted within Lummus Park to draw more locals to the area.
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24.EXPLORE THE ACQUISITION OF MORE MODERII AND
ATTRACTIVE PUBLIC INFORMATIONAL SIGNAGE TO BE
INSTALLED IN STRATEGIC LOCATIONS AND BE USED TO
PROMOTE, AMONG OTHER MESSAGING, BETTER VISITOR
BEHAVIOR.
This recommendation is based on Task Force concerns that the mobile messaging
boards utilized by the City are often placed in gateway locations and are not
attractive. While recognizing the need for such communication, as currently
deployed, these signs are not consistent with the upgraded Ocean Drive image that
we believe should be projected. The Task Force recommends that the City explore
alternative signage options while preserving the ability to deliver important public
safety (e.g., messages regarding open containers, noise, drug enforcement, etc.) and
event information.
2s.IMPLEMENT A MODEL SIMILAR TO THE CITY'S MODEL OF
MANAGEMENT FOR LINCOLN ROAD, ON OCEAN DRIVE.
The Task Force would like to see a City employee, or employee of a special taxing
district, whose sole task is to liaise between the City and the owners and operators
on Ocean Drive. Further, this person should be responsible for promoting ongoing
efforts to enhance Ocean Drive. The model for this position is a similar position
held by a Public Works Department employee who currently coordinates efforts on
Lincoln Road.
26.ENCOURAGE THE CITY TO WORK WITH PRIVATE OPERATORS
TO CREATE A UNIFORM, REGULAR, OPERATOR-DRIVEN
TRAINING PROGRAM SPECIFIC TO THE NEEDS OF OCEAN DRIVE.
Of particular concern to the Task Force is the unsatisfactory interaction of sidewalk
cafe employees with our tourist and resident Ocean Drive guests. While there are
exceptions, the training of Ocean Drive employees is generally inadequate.
During early meetings of the Task Force, an idea germinated that there be periodic
mandatory certificated training for all sidewalk cafe/restaurant employees on Ocean
Drive. Such a program could provide basic hospitality training for these
employees, promoting good behavior (e.g. appropriate customer solicitation, menu
pricing, and transparency surrounding automatic gratuity charges). In addition,
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training could be provided to inform Ocean Drive employees about City regulations
on hawking, placement of tables and chairs on the sidewalk, and maintenance of the
required five-foot pedestrian walkway. After some discussion it was concluded that
this type of program would be best managed by the operator community
themselves. However, the Task Force urges the City to support such efforts by
collaborating with Ocean Drive operators to provide employees with accurate
information about City rules and policies.
For instance, the City's Code Compliance Department has successfully conducted
training programs for Ocean Drive employees, and is experienced in working with
business operators on Ocean Drive.
2T.ENCOURAGE SUPPORT OF OPERATOR.DRIVEN POLICE/PUBLIC
SAFETY INITIATTVE
The business community is embarking on a plan to utilize off-duty police officers to
increase police visibility during peak periods on Ocean Drive. We encourage the
City to support such efforts.
2S.CONSIDER CREATING A SPECIAL TAXING DISTRICT (I.E.,
BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT) TO STREAMLINE THE
RECEIPT AND EFFECTIVE ALLOCATION OF FUNDS ON OCEAN
DRIVE.
As was recently approved for Lincoln Road, the Task Force expressed an interest in
the City's creation of a business improvement district ("BID") or other special
taxing district to assist in paying for desired elements and/or to create a sense of
more unified neighborhood purpose around the proposed Ocean Drive
improvements. An Ocean Drive BID would create a funding mechanism to stabilize
and improve the Drive through promotion, management, marketing, and other
similar services. The Task Force believes that the creation of a taxing district will
force business owners to take more responsibility for the conditions in the
community in which they operate.
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Final Report and Recommendations 1113/16
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29.EXTEND THE OCBAN DRIVE TASK FORCE FOR A PERIOD OF ONE
YEAR.
The members of the Task Force desire to convey their willingness to continue to
meet for one year to monitor progress on Ocean Drive. The group believes that
continued meetings for a one-year period will provide a forum to convene the
Ocean Drive community and will allow for structured follow-up to the Task Force's
recommended improvements in the area.
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Final Report and Recommendations l/13/16
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