HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution 2025-34044RESOLUTION NO. 2025-34044
A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, APPROVING, BY 5/7TH VOTE,
FOLLOWING A DULY NOTICED PUBLIC HEARING ON JULY 23, 2025,
PURSUANT TO SECTION 82-504 (A) OF THE CITY CODE, THE
ESTABLISHMENT OF A COMMEMORATIVE PLAQUE, LOCATED AT
41ST STREET AND PINE TREE DRIVE, IN HONOR OF RABBI TIBOR
STERN.
WHEREAS, at the March 19, 2025, the Mayor and City Commission approved
the referral of item C4 T, sponsored by Mayor Steven Meiner, to discuss at the Public
Safety and Neighborhood Quality of Life Committee ("PSNQLC" or the "Committee")
installing a memorial plaque on 41 st Street and Pine Tree Drive in honor of Rabbi Tibor
Stern; and
WHEREAS, at the May 14, 2025, the PSNQLC discussed the item and
recommended in favor of establishing a commemorative plaque in Rabbi Stem's honor;
and
WHEREAS, on the June 23, 2025, the Mayor and City Commission adopted a
Resolution accepting the recommendation made at the May 14, 2025, Public Safety and
Neighborhood Quality of Life Committee ("PSNQLC" or the "Committee") meeting to
approve the establishment of a memorial plaque on 41st Street and Pine Tree Drive in
honor of Rabbi Tibor Stem, and set a public hearing on July 23, 2025, pursuant to
Section 82-504 (a) of the City Code; and
WHEREAS, in 1955, Rabbi Stern arrived in Miami Beach, where he served as
the spiritual leader of Beth Jacob Congregation until 1964, and later became the Rabbi
of the Jacob C. Cohen Community Synagogue, a position he held from 1964 to 1990;
and
WHEREAS, Rabbi Stem continued his leadership as the Rabbi of Congregation
Chevm Shas of Tower 41 for approximately the past 15 years, was a visionary in
strengthening Jewish life in Miami Beach, played a pivotal role in establishing the Miami
Beach eruv in 1982 and served as chairman of the Miami Beach Eruv Council; and
WHEREAS, Rabbi Stern also chaired the Rabbinic Building Commission during
the reconstruction of the Daughters of Israel mikvah; and
WHEREAS, beyond his local impact, Rabbi Stern was a respected leader in the
broader Orthodox Jewish community having served as vice president of the Union of
Orthodox Rabbis of the U.S. and Canada and as a member of the Executive of the
Rabbinical Council of America; and
WHEREAS, a dedicated philanthropist, Rabbi Stem was actively involved with
numerous charitable organizations, particularly the Bikur Cholim hospital in Israel, and
his intellectual contributions were vast, authoring over 35 volumes of scholarly works
and Torah publications that continue to be revered worldwide.
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 approve, by 5/7s vote, following a duly noticed public hearing on
July 23, 2025, pursuant to section 82-504(a) of the City Code, the establishment of a
commemorative plaque, located at 41s' Street and Pine tree drive, in honor of Rabbi
Tibor Stem.
PASSED and ADOPTED this / 7 day of DeUA1 r 2025.
ATTEST:
Seven Meiner, Mayor
Rafaef E. Granado, City Clerk ULL 2 2 2025
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MIAMI BEACH
COMMISSION MEMORANDUM
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Commission
FROM: Eric Carpenter, City Manager
DATE: December 17, 2025 2:25 p.m. Public Hearing
TITLE: A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, APPROVING, BY 5/7TH VOTE, FOLLOWING A DULY
NOTICED PUBLIC HEARING ON JULY 23, 2025, PURSUANT TO SECTION 82-
504 (A) OF THE CITY CODE, THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A COMMEMORATIVE
PLAQUE, LOCATED AT 41ST STREET AND PINE TREE DRIVE, IN HONOR OF
RABBI TIBOR STERN.
The Administration recommends approving by 517' vote, the establishment of a commemorative
plaque located at 41st Street and Pine Tree Drive in honor of Rabbi Tibor Stem, following a duly
noticed public hearing pursuant to Section 82-504(a) of the City Code.
On March 19, 2025, the Mayor and City Commission approved the referral of item C4 T,
sponsored by Mayor Steven Meiner, to discuss at the Public Safety and Neighborhood Quality of
Life Committee ("PSNQLC" or the "Committee") installing a memorial plaque on 41 st Street and
Pine Tree Drive in honor of Rabbi Tibor Stem.
On May 14, 2025, the Committee discussed the item and recommended in favor of establishing
a commemorative plaque in Rabbi Stern's honor.
ANALYSIS
On June 23, 2025, the Mayor and City Commission adopted a Resolution accepting the
recommendation made at the May 14, 2025, Public Safety and Neighborhood Quality of Life
Committee ('PSNQLC" or the "Committee") meeting to approve the establishment of a memorial
plaque on 41st Street and Pine Tree Drive in honor of Rabbi Tibor Stem. Furthermore, said
Resolution set a public hearing on July 23, 2025, pursuant to Section 82-504 (a) of the City Code,
to consider whether to approve the proposed commemorative plaque by a 5/7ths vote; and
directed the City Clerk to provide public notice of the hearing consistent with the requirements of
Section 82-504(a)(6).
The referral memo described Rabbi Tibor H. Stem as a distinguished Torah scholar, spiritual
leader, and prolific author whose influence extended across communities in the United States and
beyond. The memo further went on to describe his accomplishments. His rabbinic career began
with leadership roles at Congregation Kerem Israel in Kansas City, Missouri, and Beth Israel in
Oakland, California.
In 1955, Rabbi Stem arrived in Miami Beach, where he served as the spiritual leader of Beth
Jacob Congregation until 1964. He then became the Rabbi of the Jacob C. Cohen Community
Synagogue, a position he held from 1964 to 1990. Later, he continued his leadership as the Rabbi
of Congregation Chevra Shas of Tower 41.
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A visionary in strengthening Jewish life in Miami Beach, Rabbi Stem played a pivotal role in
establishing the Miami Beach eruv in 1982 and served as chairman of the Miami Beach Eruv
Council. Additionally, he chaired the Rabbinic Building Commission during the reconstruction of
the Daughters of Israel mikvah.
Beyond his local impact, Rabbi Stem was a respected leader in the broader Orthodox Jewish
community. He served as vice president of the Union of Orthodox Rabbis of tn� U.S. and Canada
and was a member of the Executive of the Rabbinical Council of America. A dedicated
philanthropist, Rabbi Stem was actively involved with numerous charitable organizations,
particularly the Bikur Cholim hospital in Israel. His intellectual contributions were vast, authoring
over 35 volumes of scholarly works and Torah publications that continue to be revered worldwide.
The Administration recommends honoring the life of Rabbi Tibor Stern with a memorial plaque to
be installed at 41 st Street and Pine Tree Drive (the "Project") in accordance with Section 82-504
of the City Code, the Project will consist of installation of the commemorative plaque, including
design, fabrication, installation, and necessary improvements to the area.
FISCAL IMPACT STATEMENT
The fiscal impact for this Project is approximately $5,400.00.
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:l/w .miamibeachf.gov/city-hall/citvtlork/meetina-noticesl
CONCLUSION
The Administration recommends approving by VP vote, the establishment of a commemorative
plaque in front of the facility located at 41st Street and Pine Tree Drive in honor of Rabbi Tibor
Stem, following a duly noticed public hearing pursuant to Section 82-504(a) of the City Code.
Applicable Area
Middle Beach
Is this a "Residents Right to Know" item, Is this item related to a G.O. Bond
pursuant to City Code Section 2.177 Project?
Yes
No
Was this Agenda Item initially requested by a lobbyist which, as defined in Code Sec. 2-481,
includes principal engaged in lobbvina? No
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If so, specify the name of lobbyist(s) and principal(s):
Department
Facilities and Fleet Management
Sponsor(s)
Mayor Steven Meiner
Co-sponsor(s)
Condensed Title
NR- 2:25 p.m. PH, Approve Plaque to Honor Rabbi Tibor Stem, 41 St & Pine Tree Dr. ISM) FF
5/7
Previous Action (For City Clark Use Only)
Not reached on 9/17/2025 - R7 A
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