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Home My WebLink AboutResolution 2026-34121RESOLUTION NO, 2026-34121 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; AND (11) AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE A LETTER AGREEMENT WITH MDPL, IN A FORM APPROVED BY THE CITY ATTORNEY'S OFFICE, MEMORIALIZING SAID EXTENSION. 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, at the December 17, 2025 City Commission Meeting, the Mayor and City Commission adopted Resolution No. 2025-33979, approving an additional six-month extension to the Agreement via an extension letter; and WHEREAS, accordingly, the Agreement is scheduled to expire on June 30, 2026; and WHEREAS, on February 5, 2026, the Mayor and City Commission discussed the new Management Agreement with MDPL and, during said discussion, the Commission determined that it was prudent to await the forthcoming report of the Office of the Inspector General ("OIG") before taking action on any long-term agreement, and therefore directed that the current Agreement be extended through December 31, 2026 to allow time for the OIG report to be issued and for the City to evaluate the appropriate next steps. 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; and (ii) authorize the City Manager to execute a letter agreement with MDPL, in a form approved by the City Attorney's Office, memorializing said extension. PASSED and ADOPTED this 6- day of rtbl-"41 2026. Steven Meiner, Mayor ATTEST: MAR 17 2026 Rafael E. Granado, City Clerk APPROVED AS TO FORM & LANGUAGE & FOR EXECUTION 3 ZL City Attorney Date Discussion Items - R9 AC MIAMI BEACH COMMISSION MEMORANDUM TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Commission FROM: Eric Carpenter, City Manager DATE: February 5, 2026 TITLE: DISCUSS AND TAKE ACTION TO CONSIDER A NEW MANAGEMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH AND THE MIAMI DESIGN PRESERVATION LEAGUE, INC. ("MDPL"), FOR THE USE OF THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1001 OCEAN DRIVE (THE "PREMISES") FOR A TERM OF THREE (3) YEARS, WITH ONE MUTUAL RENEWAL OPTION OF THREE (3) YEARS AND DIRECT STAFF TO NEGOTIATE A NEW MANAGEMENT AGREEMENT WITH MDPL FOR CONTINUED PROGRAMMING AND OPERATIONS OF THE MIAMI BEACH OCEAN FRONT AUDITORIUM; WAIVING, BY A 5/7THS VOTE, THE COMPETITIVE BIDDING REQUIREMENTS AS SET FORTH IN SECTION 82-39 OF THE MIAMI BEACH CITY CODE; OR, IF IN THE: BEST INTEREST OF THE CITY, FOLLOW THE CITY'S PROCUREMENT PROCESS TO ISSUE A FORMAL REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS ("RFP"). RECOMMENDATION The Administration recommends that the Mayor and City Commission 1) direct Staff to negotiate a new Management Agreement with Miami Design Preservation League, Inc. for continued programming and operation of the Miami Beach Ocean Front Auditorium, or 2) if it is in the best interest of the City, issue a formal Request for Proposals ("R:FP") and consider all viable options for this City site. BACKGROUND/HISTORY The Miami Beach Ocean Front Auditorium (also known as the 10th Street Auditorium), located at 1001 Ocean Drive, is a City -owned historic facility and serves as a cultural and educational hub in the heart of the Art Deco Historic District. Since 1993, the Miami Design Preservation League, Inc., a Florida not -for -profit organization, has been responsible for operating and programming the facility and has done so under a Management Agreement with the City since 2010. Given its longstanding role, MDPL has expressed its desire to continue overseeing the management of the facility under a renewed management agreement. The current agreement between the City and MDPL originated with a formal Management Agreement executed on January 1, 2010, which 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. 1978 of 2180 In anticipation of the Agreement's expiration, on September 26, 2025, the Finance and Economic Resiliency Committee ("FERC" or the "Committee") discussed this item. The Committee recommended in favor of approving a six (6) month extension to the existing Agreement as an interim measure to ensure continuity of operations while the City evaluates stewardship options for this property. The Committee further requested to return to the October 15, 2025 FERC meeting for further discussion. The recommended extension is a companion item on this Agenda. ANALYSIS Over the years, MDPL has delivered a broad range of cultural and educational programming that supports the City's values of historic preservation and civic enrichment. These efforts include the Art Deco Museum, Visitor Center, public lectures, archives, guided tours, and a gift shop, all of which enhance the area's cultural vitality and tourism appeal. MDPL has been a longstanding partner. Despite several leadership transitions, it has consistently aligned its activities with the City's priorities in historic preservation, cultural tourism, and community engagement. On October 15, 2025, the FERC discussed this item and made a motion to bring this item before the City Commission to discuss and take action on the future management of the City -owned historic property located at 1001 Ocean Drive. Approving the six- month extension and directing negotiations for a new agreement would promote continuity and operational stability at the Miami Beach Ocean Front Auditorium. The Commission should discuss and determine if it's in the City's best interest to negotiate a new agreement with the existing operator, or proceed with a competitive solicitation process. FISCAL IMPACT STATEMENT N/A Does this Ordinance require a Business Impact Estimate? (FOR ORDINANCES ONLY) If applicable, the Business Impact Estimate (BIE) was published on: See BIE at: https://www.miamibeachfl.gov/city-hall/city-clerk/meetinu-notices/ FINANCIAL INFORMATION CONCLUSION The Administration recommends that the Mayor and City Commission 1) direct Staff to negotiate a new Management Agreement with Miami Design Preservation League, Inc. for continued programming and operation of the Miami Beach Ocean Front Auditorium, or 2) if it is in the best interest of the City, issue a formal Request for Proposals ("RFP") and consider all viable options for this City site. Applicable Area 1979 of 2180 South Beach Is this a "Residents Right to Know" item, pursuant to City Code Section 2-17? No Is this item related to a G.O. Bond Proiect? No 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 principal(s): Department Facilities and Fleet Management Sponsor(s) Co-sponsor(s) Condensed Title Discuss/Action, New Management Agmt w/ MDPL or City's Procurement Process. FF Previous Action (For City Clerk Use Only) Not reached on 12/17/2025 - R9 AJ 1980 of 2180