HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution 2025-33979RESOLUTION NO. 2025-33979
A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, (1) APPROVING A SIX (6) MONTH EXTENSION OF
THE MANAGEMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH
AND THE MIAMI DESIGN PRESERVATION LEAGUE, INC. (MDPL), FOR THE
OPERATION OF THE MIAMI BEACH OCEAN FRONT AUDITORIUM,
LOCATED AT 1001 OCEAN DRIVE, MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA 33139; (II)
APPROVING, IN SUBSTANTIAL FORM, A LETTER AGREEMENT BETWEEN
THE CITY AND MDPL MEMORIALIZING SAID SIX (6) MONTH EXTENSION;
AND (III) AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE SAID LETTER
AGREEMENT.
WHEREAS, the Ocean Front Auditorium, also known as the 10th Street Auditorium,
located at 1001 Ocean Drive (the "Premises"), is a City -owned historic landmark situated in the
heart of the Art Deco Historic District; and
WHEREAS, since 1993, the Miami Design Preservation League, Inc. ("MDPL"), a Florida
not -for -profit corporation, has operated the Premises in collaboration with the City; and
WHEREAS, the City and MDPL formalized this arrangement on January 1, 2010 by
entering into that certain Management Agreement for the operation of the Premises (the
"Agreement'); and
WHEREAS, the Agreement was for an initial term of five years, beginning on January 1,
2010 and ending December 31, 2014, with two optional five-year renewal periods; and
WHEREAS, the first renewal was exercised in 2014, extending the term through
December 31, 2019; and
WHEREAS, the City then authorized a month -to -month extension through June 30, 2020
via Amendment No. 1 to the Agreement, followed by Amendment No. 2 which extended the term
of the Agreement through July 31, 2020; and
WHEREAS, the Agreement was ultimately extended through December 31, 2025, via
Amendment No. 3, which activated the second and final renewal term authorized pursuant to the
terms thereof; and
WHEREAS, accordingly, the Agreement is scheduled to expire on December 31, 2025;
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WHEREAS, to allow the Administration sufficient time to evaluate and present to the
Mayor and City Commission potential options regarding the continued management of the
Premises, including entering into an agreement with a new management entity through a
competitive procurement process or waiving such process and continuing the existing relationship
with MDPL the Administration requests that the Mayor and City Commission approve a six (6)
month extension of the Agreement, approve, in substantial form, the Letter Agreement attached
to the City Commission Memorandum accompanying this Resolution, and authorize the City
Manager to execute said Letter Agreement; and
WHEREAS, the proposed extension preserves all terms and conditions of the Agreement
and reinforces the City's public -private partnership with MDPL.
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 (i) approve a six (6) month extension of the Management Agreement between the City of
Miami Beach and the Miami Design Preservation League, Inc. (MDPL), for the operation of the
Miami Beach Ocean Front Auditorium, located at 1001 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach, Florida 33139;
(ii) approve, in substantial form, a Letter Agreement between the City and MDPL memorializing
said six (6) month extension; and (iii) authorize the City Manager to execute said Letter
Agreement.
PASSED and ADOPTED thir,,J1.. of �lut«� 2025.
, '�� Steven Meiner, Mayor
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DEC 2 2 2025
Rafael E. Gramado, City Clerk
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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
TITLE: A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, (1) APPROVING A SIX (6) MONTH EXTENSION OF THE
MANAGEMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH AND THE
MIAMI DESIGN PRESERVATION LEAGUE, INC. (MDPL), FOR THE OPERATION
OF THE MIAMI BEACH OCEAN FRONT AUDITORIUM, LOCATED AT 1001
OCEAN DRIVE, MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA 33139; (11) APPROVING, IN
SUBSTANTIAL FORM, A LETTER AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY AND MDPL
MEMORIALIZING SAID SIX (6) MONTH EXTENSION; AND (III) AUTHORIZING
THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE SAID LETTER AGREEMENT.
The Administration recommends adopting the Resolution approving a six (6) month extension of
the Management Agreement for the operation of the Miami Beach Ocean Front Auditorium.
BACKGROUND/HISTORY
The Miami Beach Ocean Front Auditorium, also known as the 10th Street Auditorium, is a City -
owned historic landmark located at 1001 Ocean Drive, in the heart of the Art Deco Historic District.
Since 1993, and operating under a formal Management Agreement since 2010, the Miami Design
Preservation League, Inc. ("MDPL"), a Florida not -for -profit organization, has operated the facility
in collaboration with the City of Miami Beach.
The Management Agreement, which was executed on January 1, 2010, provided an initial five-
year term ending December 31, 2014, along with two optional five-year renewal periods (the
"Agreement"). The first renewal was exercised in 2014, extending the term through December 31,
2019. To allow time for continued evaluation, the City authorized a month -to -month extension via
Amendment No. 1 through June 30, 2020, followed by Amendment No. 2, which extended the
term through August 31, 2020. The Agreement was ultimately extended through December 31,
2025, via Amendment No. 3, which activated the second and final renewal term.
Over the years, MDPL has developed and delivered a wide range of cultural, educational, and
tourism programs that reflect the City's values of historic preservation and civic enrichment. These
include the Art Deco Museum, Visitor Center, public lectures, archival research, guided lours, and
a retail gift shop, all of which contribute to the cultural vitality and tourism appeal of the area.
ANALYSIS
In anticipation of the current lease expiration on December 31, 2025, this item was discussed at
the September 26, 2025. Finance and Economic Resiliency Committee ("FERC" or the
"Committee") meeting. The Committee recommended in favor of approving a six (6) month
extension to the existing Management Agreement governing the City -owned historic property
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located at 1001 Ocean Drive. This interim measure is designed to ensure continuity of operations
while the City evaluates long-term stewardship options —either through a competitive
procurement process or direct negotiation of a successor agreement with the Miami Design
Preservation League, Inc.
The proposed extension preserves all terms and conditions of the original Management
Agreement and reinforces the City's public -private partnership with MDPL, which has consistently
delivered high -valve management of this landmark cultural asset.
Continued oversight by MDPL during the extension period will:
-Guarantee uninterrupted access to educational and cultural programming
-Facilitate strategic planning for future grant opportunities
-Strengthen community engagement initiatives
-Sustain the district's prominence as a heritage tourism destination
This action aligns with the City's broader objectives of historic preservation, culturally driven
economic development, and the reinforcement of civic identity through stewardship of its
architectural legacy.
FISCAL IMPACT STATEMENT
N/A
Does this Ordinance require a Business Impact Estimate?
(FOR ORDINANCES ONLY)
If applicable, the Business Impact Estimate (BIE) was published on:
See BIE at: hops://www.miamibeachfl.aovlcity-hall/city- lerk/meetinu-notices/
CONCLUSION
The Administration recommends adopting the Resolution approving a six (6) month extension of
the Management Agreement with MDPL for the operation of the Miami Beach Ocean Front
Auditorium.
Applicable Area
South Beach
Is this a "Residents Right to Know" item, Is this item related to a G.O. Bond
pursuant to City Code Section 2.17? Project?
No No
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Was this Agenda Item initially requested by a lobbyist which as defined in Code Sec. 2.481
includes a principal engaged in lobbying? No
If so, specify the name of lobbyist(s) and pdncipal(s):
Department
Facilities and Fleet Management
Sponsor(s)
Co-sponsors)
Condensed Title
Approve (6) Month Extension to Management Agreement w/ MDPL, 1001 Ocean Drive. FF
Previous Action (For City Clerk Use Only)
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MIAMSEACH
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FACILTIES AND FLEET MANAGEMENT DEPARTMENT
FACILITIES MANAGEMENT DIVISION
Tel: 305-673-7193
October 29, 2025
Miami Design Preservation League, Inc.
1001 Ocean Drive
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
Attention: Roger Goldblatt
Re: Management Agreement dated January 1, 2010 (as amended, the "Agreement') between the
City of Miami Beach ("City") and the Miami Design Preservation League, Inc. ("MDPL") for
the operation of the Miami Beach Ocean Front Auditorium, located at 1001 Ocean Drive,
Miami Beach, Florida 33139.
Dear Mr. Goldblatt,
The Agreement provided for an initial term of five years, beginning on January 1, 2010 and ending
December 31, 2014, with two optional five-year renewal periods. The first renewal was exercised in 2014,
extending the term through December 31, 2019. To allow time for continued evaluation, the City authorized
a month -to -month extension through June 30, 2020 via Amendment No. 1, followed by Amendment No. 2
which extended the term through July 31, 2020. The Agreement was ultimately extended through
December 31, 2025, via Amendment No. 3, which activated the second and final renewal term.
As you know, your Management Agreement has no remaining renewal options. This letter serves to
grant an extension of six (6) months, extending the current agreement through June 30, 2026 (the
"Extension Term").
During the Extension Term, the City, through its City Manager, and for its convenience and without
cause, may terminate the Agreement at any time by giving written notice to MDPL of such termination,
which shall become effective within thirty (30) days following receipt by MDPL, or refusal to accept by
MDPL, of such notice. Additionally, in the event of a public health, welfare or safety concern, as
determined by the City Manager, in the City Manager's sole discretion, the City Manager, pursuant to a
verbal or written notification to MDPL, may immediately suspend the use of the Premises for a time
certain, or in the alternative, terminate the Agreement on a given date. If the Agreement is terminated
for convenience by the City, the City shall be discharged from any and all liabilities, duties, and terms
arising out of, or by virtue of, the Agreement.
Your signature below indicates acceptance of the Extension Term. Please return the signed original to
our office within ten (10) days and we will provide you with a fully executed copy. Please do not hesitate
to contact me if you have questions.
All defined terms used and not otherwise defined herein shall have the meanings ascribed to such terms
in the Agreement.
Sincerely,
Ozzie Dominguez, CSM
Director of Asset Management
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TERMS ACKNOWEDGEDAND AGREED TOTHIS —DAY OF 2025
MIAMI DESIGN PRESERVATION LEAGUE, INC. CITY OF MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA
By: By:
Roger Goldblatt, President Eric T. Carpenter, City Manger
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