HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution 2026-34202RESOLUTION NO. 2026-34202
A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, APPROVING ADDITIONAL SPECIAL EVENT
SPONSORSHIP GAP FUNDING, IN AN AMOUNT NOT -TO -EXCEED $56,750,
FOR THE OCEAN DRIVE ASSOCIATION'S 250TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE
UNITED STATES INDEPENDENCE CELEBRATION FIREWORKS DISPLAY,
TO TAKE PLACE ON JULY 4, 2026; AND FURTHER, AUTHORIZING THE CITY
MANAGER AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A SPONSORSHIP AGREEMENT
WITH OCEAN DRIVE IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION, INC., IN A FORM
APPROVED BY THE CITY ATTORNEY'S OFFICE, MEMORIALIZING THE GAP
SPONSORSHIP FUNDING.
WHEREAS, for over a decade, Ocean Drive Improvement Association, Inc. (the "ODA"),
in partnership with the City of Miami Beach, has hosted its annual fireworks celebration on the
Lummus Park beachfront in recognition of the United States Independence holiday; and
WHEREAS, in recent years, the ODA has expanded the celebration to include a patriotic
concert on Ocean Drive and 12' Street featuring an orchestra performance by the Miami Beach
Classical Music Festival; and
WHEREAS, as part of the City's partnership with the ODA, the City has historically
provided special event sponsorship in the amount of $50,000 in matching funds for fireworks
displays associated with Independence Day and New Year's Eve celebrations; and
WHEREAS, on September 6, 2006, the City Commission adopted the City's Turtle Nesting
Protection Ordinance No. 2006-3525 to create a framework to protect native sea turtles by
minimizing beachfront lighting that may disorient nesting females and hatchlings; and
WHEREAS, the sea turtle nesting season in the City of Miami Beach runs from April 1
through October 31 each year; and.
WHEREAS, on October 30, 2024, the Mayor and City Commission adopted Ordinance
No. 2024-4652 amending the Turtle Nesting Protection Ordinance to further reduce the damaging
impact of artificial lighting on sea turtles and incorporate recommendations from the Florida Fish
and Wildlife Conservation Commission; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to the amended ordinance, fireworks displays during turtle nesting
season are permitted only if conducted from offshore barges and with the appropriate permits
from the City of Miami Beach Fire Department, City special event permits, and a Florida
Department of Environmental Protection permit or exemption; and
WHEREAS, the requirement to conduct fireworks displays from offshore barges increases
the cost of producing the annual Independence Day fireworks activation hosted by the ODA; and
WHEREAS, the ODA has advised the City that the total cost for the July 4, 2026 fireworks
activation, commemorating the 250th Anniversary of the United States Independence, is
$113,500;and
WHEREAS, the ODA has requested funding support from the City for fifty percent (50%)
of the total cost, in an amount not to exceed $56,750, to help cover the additional expenses
associated with the offshore barge fireworks display.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF
THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, that the Mayor and City Commission hereby approve
additional special event sponsorship gap funding, in an amount not -to -exceed $56,750, for the
Ocean Drive Association's 250th anniversary of the United States independence celebration
fireworks display, to take place on July 4, 2026; and further, authorize the City Manager and City
Clerk to execute a sponsorship agreement with Ocean Drive Improvement Association, Inc., in a
form approved by the City Attorney's Office, memorializing the gap sponsorship funding.
PASSED and ADOPTED this 0 day of L1126fie "
Steven Meiner, Mayor
ATTEST:
MAR 2 0 2026
Rafael E. Granado, City Clerk
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TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Commission
FROM: Eric Carpenter, City Manager
DATE: March 18, 2026
TITLE: A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, APPROVING A ONE-TIME ADDITIONAL SPECIAL
EVENT SPONSORSHIP FOR THE OCEAN DRIVE ASSOCIATION JULY 4, 2026,
250TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE UNITED STATES INDEPENDENCE
CELEBRATION FIREWORKS DISPLAY FUNDING GAP IN AN AMOUNT UP TO
$56,750; AND FURTHER AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER AND CITY CLERK
TO EXECUTE THE SPONSORSHIP AGREEMENT RELATED TO THE APPROVED
FUNDING.
The Administration remains committed to the continued partnership with Ocean Drive
Association's annual fireworks activations and recommends a one-time special event sponsorship
funding for the offshore barge fireworks for the 2026 Ocean Drive 250th Anniversary of the United
States Independence celebration fireworks activation.
BACKGROUND/HISTORY
For over a decade, the Ocean Drive Association (ODA), in partnership with the City of Miami
Beach, has hosted its annual fireworks celebration on the Lummus Park beachfront in recognition
of the United States Independence holiday. In the last few years, the ODA added an additional
element to the celebration with a patriotic concert on Ocean Drive and 12 Street, with an orchestra
performance by the Miami Beach Classical Music Festival.
As part of the partnership, the City has provided special event sponsorship to the ODA in the
amount of $50,000 in matching funds for fireworks displays for the Independence holiday and
New Year's Eve.
ANALYSIS
On September 6, 2006, the City Commission adopted the City's Turtle Nesting Protection
Ordinance No. 2006-3525 to create a framework for the City to protect native sea turtles by
minimizing beachfront lighting. Artificial night-time lighting directly affects and disorients adult sea
turtles and hatchlings, resulting in losses in turtle populations. The sea turtle nesting season is
from April 1 through October 31 in the City of Miami Beach. Each year, the City refines its
procedures to prepare for the upcoming nesting season.
In the fall of 2024, the Environment and Sustainability department launched the "Flip the Switch"
campaign to increase awareness and compliance with turtle -friendly lighting and reduce the
damaging effects of artificial light on sea turtles.
On October 30, 2024, the Mayor and City Commission adopted an amendment to the Turtle
Nesting Protection Ordinance No. 2024-4652 (Exhibit A) to further reduce the damaging impact
of artificial light on the native sea turtle population by integrating Florida Fish and Wildlife
Conservation Commission recommendations. Among the recommendations to the Ordinance,
Sec. 46-203. Prohibited activities, disruptive to marine turtles, were amended to allow fireworks
displays during turtle season, only occurring from offshore barges as depicted below:
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Sec. 46- 203. Prohibited activities disruptive to marine turtles. a) [Prohibited generally.] The
following activities involving direct illumination of portions of the beach are prohibited on the beach
at nighttime during the nesting season for the protection of nesting marine turtle females, nests
and hatchings: 1) The operation of all motorized vehicles, except emergency and law
enforcement, or beach maintenance vehicles or those permitted on the beach for marine turtles'
conservation and/ or research. Whenever possible, authorized vehicles used on the beach at
night shall have red or amber filters covering the headlights. 2) The building of campfires or
bonfires. 3) Fireworks displays, except those that occur from offshore barges that have a permit
from the Fire Department and City special event permits and a Florida Department of
Environmental Protection (" DEP") permit or exemption.
On April 17, 2025, the Ocean Drive Association (ODA) sent a letter to the City Manager stating
their awareness of the Ordinance precluding fireworks on the beachfront during turtle nesting
season; only fireworks on barges would be approved. The ODA shared that securing an offshore
barge would be cost -prohibitive and asked if the City would fund the full cost of the fireworks
activation.
On June 25, 2025, the Mayor and City Commission adopted Resolution No. 2025-33661,
approving a one-time additional special event sponsorship for the Ocean Drive Association July
4, 2025, event fireworks display funding gap in an amount of up to $50,000.
For 2026, the Ocean Drive 250th Anniversary of the United States Independence celebration
fireworks activation has a total cost of $113,500 (Exhibit B). The ODA is requesting funding from
the City for 50% of the total cost, in an amount up to $56,750.
FISCAL IMPACT STATEMENT
Additional special event one-time sponsorship for the Ocean Drive 250th Anniversary of the
United States Independence celebration fireworks activation in an amount of up to $56,750.
Does this Ordinance require a Business Impact Estimate?
(FOR ORDINANCES ONLY)
If applicable, the Business Impact Estimate (BIE) was published on:
See BIE at: httos://www.miamibeachFl.gov/city-hall/city-clerk/meeting-notices/
FINANCIAL INFORMATION
CONCLUSION
The Administration remains committed to the continued partnership with Ocean Drive
Association's annual fireworks activations and recommends a one-time special event sponsorship
funding in an amount up to $56,750, including the offshore barge, for the 2026 Ocean Drive 250th
Anniversary of the United States Independence celebration fireworks activation.
Applicable Area
Citywide
Is this a "Residents Right to Know" item. Is this item related to a G.O. Bond
Pursuant to City Code Section 2-17? Protect?
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Yes
No
Was this Agenda Item initially requested by a lobbyist which, as defined in Code Sec. 2481,
includes a Principal engaged in lobbying? No
If so, specify the name of lobbyist(s) and principal(s):
Department
City Manager
Sponsors)
Co-sponsors)
Condensed Title
RESO APPROVING SPONORSHIP OCEAN DRIVE FIREWORKS DISPLAY JULY 4, 2026
Previous Action (For City Clerk Use Only)
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ORDINANCE NO. 2024-4652
AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 46 OF THE
MIAMI BEACH CITY CODE, ENTITLED "ENVIRONMENT," BY
AMENDING ARTICLE V, ENTITLED "TURTLE NESTING PROTECTION
ORDINANCE," BY AMENDING SECTIONS 46-202, AND 46-203
THEREOF TO STRENGTHEN AND CLARIFY THE PROVISIONS OF THE
EXISTING ORDINANCE AND INCLUDE RECOMMENDED
MODIFICATIONS BY THE FLORIDA FISH AND WILDLIFE
CONSERVATION COMMISSION ("FWC"); AND, PROVIDING FOR
REPEALER, SEVERABILITY, CODIFICATION AND AN EFFECTIVE
DATE.
WHEREAS, the beach along the Atlantic Ocean, within the boundaries of the City
of Miami Beach, is utilized by federally and state protected sea turtles for nesting; and
WHEREAS, sea turtle nesting season in the State of Florida occurs between May
1 and October 31; however, sea turtle nesting begins on April 1st in the City of Miami
Beach to account for the earlier Leatherback nesting season; and
WHEREAS, artificial night-time lighting directly affects and disorients adult sea
turtles and hatchlings resulting in losses in turtle populations; and
WHEREAS, in 2006, the City Commission passed and adopted the City's Turtle
Nesting Protection Ordinance No. 2006-3525, set forth in Chapter 46 of the City Code;
and
WHEREAS, the Ordinance created a framework for the City to protect native sea
turtles by minimizing beachfront lighting and reducing the impact on the native population;
and
WHEREAS, the Miami -Dade County Sea Turtle Conservation Program surveys
over nineteen (19) miles of beaches daily from March to October inclusive of hatched
nests inventories and documentation of hatchling disorientations; and
WHEREAS, high densities of disorientation due to misdirected and artificial lighting
were documented within South, Mid, and North Beach in 2022 and 2023; and
WHEREAS, the amendments to the existing ordinance are proposed to further
reduce the damaging impacts of artificial light on sea turtles and be consistent with the
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission's ("FWC") recommendations; and
WHEREAS, the amendments include amending, clarifying, and expanding the
definitions in Section 46-202 for consistency with FWC recommendations; and
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WHEREAS, the amendments include modifying the prohibitive activities disruptive
to marine turtles in Section 46-20 for consistency with FWC recommendations; and
WHEREAS, the amendments include removing the "exceeding 50% of the value
of the structure" threshold for renovations to comply with lighting standards for new
development; and
WHEREAS, the amendments Include modifying the lighting standards for new and
existing development to apply to lighting within line of sight of the beach, not just lighting
east of the Coastal Construction Control Line (CCCL); and
WHEREAS, the amendments include lighting requirement options for existing
interior lights for hotel and commercial properties (non-residential) that are visible from
the beach and modify lighting standards.
WHEREAS, the amendments set forth below are necessary to accomplish the
above objectives.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA.
SECTION 1. Article V of Chapter 46 of the City Code, entified 'Turtle Nesting Protection
Ordinance," is hereby amended as follows:
CHAPTER 46
ENVIRONMENT
Article V. Turtle Nesting Protection Ordinance
Sec. 46-201. Purpose and Intent
The purpose of this article is to reduce the impacts of artificial coastal lighting on
threatened and endangered sea turtles that nest on the beaches of Miami Beach by
restricting artificial lighting and other activities that disorient turtle hatchlings, causing
them to crawl toward land rather than toward the ocean. This article is intended to provide
overall improvements in nesting habitat degraded by light pollution, and increase
successful nesting activity and production of hatchlings. The restrictions and constraints
of this article shall be effective within the incorporated areas of Miami Beach and apply to
any coastal lighting or other activity that has potential to adversely impact sea turtles
within City limits.
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See.46-202. Definitions
Artificial light means any point source of light emanating from a device made by humans,
including but not limited to incandescent mercury vapor, metal halide, sodium lamps,
fluorescent, flashlights, spotlights, streetlights, vehicular lights, construction lights,
security lights, cell phones, flash photography, bonfires, or any light emanating from any
reflective surface of the device.
Beach means that area of unconsolidated material that extends landward from the mean
low-water line of the Atlantic Ocean, to the place where there is a marked change in
material or physiographic form, or to the line of permanent vegetation.
BU9 1)'Pe b601b F"eaRS aRy Y8119W 9F 9theF seleFed light bulb that is Ma*eled as being
Coastal construction activities mean any work or activity that is likely to have a material
physical effect on existing coastal conditions or natural shore and inlet processes.
Coastal Construction Control Line (CCCL) means the line established by the State of
Florida pursuant to section 161.053, Florida Statutes, and filed in the public records of the
county, which defines that portion of the beach dune system subject to severe fluctuations
based on a 100-year storm surge, storm waves or other predictable weather conditions.
County means Miami -Dade County.
Cumulatively Nlun#nated visible means illuminated by numerous artificial light sources
that as a group are directly or indirectly visible to an observer standing anywhere on
the beach.
Beachwalk means the serpentine path located adjacent to the Atlantic ocean and west of
the dune system.
DirectlyNlumWatedvisible means illuminated asa resul visibility of the glowing elements,
lamps, globes, or reflectors of an artificial light source by an observer standing that is
visihin to an 9hPAP* on the beach.
Dune means a mound or ridge of loose sediments, usually sand -sized, lying landward of
the beach and deposited by any natural or artificial mechanism.
F.A.C. means the Florida Administrative Code.
Filmed glass means wiadew glass that has been covered with a film such that the material
has a shading coefficient that meets or exceeds the reguirements in the F.A.C. Rule 62B-
55.004 , adhesive as an integral part, and has
performance claims that are supported by approved testing procedures and
documentation.
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Floodlight means a reflector -type light fixture that may be attached directly to a building,
other structure, or free-standing, and is unshielded.
Frontal dune means the first natural or artificial mound or bluff of sand that is located
landward of the beach and that has suff cient vegetation, height, continuity and
configuration to offer protective value.
Ground -level barrier means any vegetation, natural feature or artificial structure rising
from the ground that prevents beachfront lighting from shining directly onto the beach -
dune system.
Hatchling means any species of marine turtle, within or outside of a nest, which has
recently hatched from an egg.
Indirectly illuminated visible means illuminated reflected light as a result of glowing
elements, lamps, globes, or reflectors of an artificial light source #M1 which is flet visible
to an observer standina anywhere on the beach without the light source being directly
visible.
Low -profile luminaire means a light fixture set on a base that raises the source of light no
higher than forty-eight (48) inches off the ground, and designed in such a way that light
is directed downward from a hooded light source.
Marine turtle means any marine -dwelling reptile of the families Cheloniidae or
Dermochelyidae found in Florida waters or using the beach as a nesting habitat, including
the species: Caretta caretta (loggerhead), Chelonia mydas (green), Dermochelys
coriacea (leatherback), Eretmochelys imbricate (hawksbill), and Lepidochelys kempi
(Kemp's ridley). For purposes of this section, marine turtle is synonymous with sea turtle.
source, and using only if needed for safety.
Nest means an area where marine turtle eggs have been naturally deposited or
subsequently relocated.
Nesting season means the period from April 1 through October 31 of each year.
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Nighttime means the time period between sunset and sunrise within the city limits of
Miami Beach.
Person means individuals, fines, associations, joint ventures, partnerships, estates,
trusts, syndicates, fiduciaries, corporations, and all other groups or combinations.
Pole lighting means a light fixture set on a base or pole that raises the source of the light
higher than forty-eight (48) inches off the ground.
Roof ton advertising sign means an outdoor advertising display that is mounted on the
top of a building's roof.
Solar screens mean screens that are fixed installations and permanently project shade
over the entire area of glass area ef- the -windeay. The screens must be installed on the
outside of the glass and must have a shading coefficient that meets or exceeds the
requirements in the F.A.C. Rule 62B-55.004, as it may be ao3endel;L ef-ferty- five -(45)
percent -er-'as s and have performance claims supported by approved testing procedures
and documentation.
Tinted glass means any glass treated to achieve an industry -approved inside -to -outside
light transmittal value that meets or exceeds the requirements in the F.A.C. Rule 62B-
55.004, as it may be amended . Such transmittance is
limited to the visible spectrum (four hundred (400) to seven hundred (700) nanometers)
and is measured as the percentage of light that is transmitted through the glass.
Sec. 46-203. Prohibited activities disruptive to marine turtles.
(a) [Prohibited generally.]The following activities'
efthe -4eaeh re prohibited on the beach at nighttime during the nesting season for the
protection of nesting marine turtle females, nests and hatchlings:
(1) The operation of all motorized vehicles, except emergency and law
enforcement, or beach maintenance vehicles or those permitted on the beach
for marine turtles conservation and/or research. Whenever possible.
(2) The building of campfires or bonfires.
(3) Fireworks displays, except those that occur from offshore barges that have a
permit from the Fire Department and a Florida
Department of Environmental Protection ("DEP") permit or exemption.
(b) Operation of motorized vehicles. Durina nesting season the operation of all
motorized vehicles, except emergency and law enforcement, beach maintenance
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survey,
(lam Special events. Special events taking place on the beach during nesting season
that may have lighting needs shall require a permit or exemption from the Florida
Department of Environmental Protection. Additionally, any lightinq associated with a
(s)fd) Lighting standards for new development. It is the policy of the City of Miami Beach
that no artificial light shall be directly, indirectly, or cumulatively visible from Illuminate any
area of the beach. The following applies to lighting within line -of -sight of the beach that
-Anated east Of thA GGRAW CORStRIGUAR CePAF91 Lane (GGGL) OF lighting that dipeet!
interferes with turtle nesting. To meet this intent, all public and
private properties and uses involving new seastaistien development, er-reaevatiens
shall comply with the following:
(1) Exterior artificial light fixtures shall be designed and positioned so that the
point source of light orany reflective surface of the lightisttare is not directly,
indirectly, or cumulatively visible from the beach; aFeas seaward of the dune
(2) Exterior artificial light fixtures within direct line -of -sight of the beach shall be
completely shielded downlight only fixtures, or recessed fixtures having low
wattage long wavelength light source
waft -eFless ) and non -reflective interior surfaces. Other fixtures that have
appropriate shields, louvers or cutoff features may also be used if in
compliance with the requirements of subsection (1) of this section.
(3) All fixtures shall be mounted as low in elevation as possible through use of
low -mounted wall fixtures, wall fixtures fitted with hoods, low bollards step
lights, path lights, paver lights, and ground -level fixtures, so that no light is
directly, indirectly, or cumulatively visible from the beach or illuminates the
l3eaeta
(4) Floodlights, upward -oriented lights, spotlights or search lights for decorative
and accent purposes, or used as security lights, are prohibited if they would
be directly, indirectly, or cumulatively visible from the beach, OF -would
(5) Exterior lights used expressly for safety or security purposes shall be limited
to the minimum number, minimum wattage, and configuration required to
achieve the safety and security function in compliance with the provisions
of Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED). Motion
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detectors should be employed to keep lights off except when approached,
and such motion detectors should switch lights on for the minimum duration
possible.
(6) Pole lights, if used, shall be fitted with Iona wavelenath light sources and
shall be shielded in such a manner that light will be contained primarily
within the area that is landward of the pole, and light shall not be directly,
indirectly, or cumulatively visible from the beach.
(7) Lights on balconies, including step lights, that serve as egress areas from
buildingand on catwalks, step lights within line -of -sight of the beach teeing
the—eseaw shall be limited to: low profile luminaries fitted with long
wavelength light sources and positioned so that no light Illuminatesr is
directly, indirectly, or cumulatively visible from the beach; wall mounted
94-Fes fitted w1h heads ivith nen FefinGtive interioFs An that no light
etheF bulbs with My (50) watts 9F less and Ran F6flAGt VA intQFk1F R1.1FfaGar,.
(8) Tinted or filmed class shall be installed on all Ig ass windowswalls.
balconies, elevator shafts, stairwells, railings and glass doors of siagle-and
mold-atery all structures facing or within line -of -sight of the beach. Shade
Solar screens can be substituted for this requirement.
(9) Parking areas and structures shall be designed and located to prevent
vehicular headlights from being i irectly,er indirectly, or cumulatively visible
from illumiRaNng the beach. Parking area and parking structure lighting shall
be shielded from the beach through the use of shields that direct light away
from the beach, and ground -level barriers designed in conformance to the
CPTED principals. Such ground -level barriers shall not interfere with marine
turtle nesting or hatchling emergence and shall not cause short or long-term
damage to the beach/dune system. Entrances and exfts to parking
structures shall not face the ocean. Surfaces of parking areas shall not
contain ground glass or other reflective material.
(10)Lighting provided for any outdoor recreational feature on or abutting the
beach (such as tennis court, swimming pool, etc.) shall utilize low mounted
fixtures such as bollards and path lights, be long wavelenath only light
sources, and be shielded to prevent light from being directly, or indirectly,
or cumulatively visible from illuminating the beach.
(11)Dune crosswalks, if lighted, shall utilize low profile shielded luminaries fitted
(12)No roof top advertising sign that is illuminated in any fashion shall be
(13)Temporary security lights at construction sites shall not be mounted more
than fifteen (15) feet above the ground. Illumination from the lights shall be
the minimum necessary to assure security, shall not spread beyond the
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boundary of the property being developed, shall be directed away from the
beach and in no case shall such lights be directly, indirectly. or cumulatively
visible from i"urninate the beach.
(d) Ue Lighting standards for new development that has already been permitted. The
provisions of subsection (dd) (a) of this section shall not apply to any structure for which
the City of Miami Beach Building Department has issued a building permit prior to the
effective date of this division. Such structures shall be governed by the provisions of
subsection j]f (e}of this section.
(e4(1 Exterior Lighting standards for existing development. It is the policy of the City of
Miami Beach that no artificial uto door lights shall be directly. Indirectly, or cumulatively
visible from ilwrninate any area of the beach. To meet this intent, exterior lighting of
existing structures, within line-of-sioht of
f Nx Fthe beach, shall be in compliance with the following:
(1) Within six (6) months of the effective date of this article, existing artificial light fixtures
shall be repositioned, modified, or removed so that the point source of light or any
and
(2) Within one (1) year of the effective date of this article, the following measures shall
be taken to reduce or eliminate the negative effects of existing exterior artificial
lighting:
a. Reposition fixtures so that the point source of light or any reflective
surface efthe-IIghRBxture is no longer directly, indirectly. or cumulatively
visible from the beach;
b. Replace fixtures having an exposed light source with fixtures containing
recessed light sources or shields;;
c. Replace traditional light bulbs with low wattage, long wavelength light
sources ,
d. Replace non -directional fixtures with directional fixtures that point down
and away from the beach;
e. Replace fixtures having transparent or translucent coverings with
fixtures having opaque shields covering an arc of at least 180 degrees
and extending an appropriate distance below the bottom edge of the
fixture on the seaward side so that the light source or any reflective
surface of the light-fxiure is not directly, indirectly, or cumulatively
visible from the beach;
f. Replace pole lamps that are directly or indirectly visible from the beach
with low -profile, low-level luminaries fitted with long wavelength light
sources or add shielding so that the light source or any reflective
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surface is not
visible from the beach,,. If the use o
g. Replace incandescent, florescent, and high intensity lighting with the
lowest wattage Iona wavelength light sources
lighting possible for the specific application;
h. Plan or improve vegetation buffers between the light source and the beach
to screen light from the beach;
i. Construct a ground level barrier to shield light sources from the beach.
Ground -level barriers must not interfere with marine turtle nesting or
hatchling emergence, or cause short- or long-term damage to the
beach/dune system;
j. Permanently remove or permanently disable any fixture that cannot be
brought into compliance with the provisions of these standards.
(g)
a. Apply window tint fllm that meets the light transmittance standards for
tinted glass and/or.
b. Rearranae lamps and other moveable fixtures away from windows and/or
c. Use opaque shades or room darkening window treatments (e o. blinds,
curtains, screens) to shield interior light from the beach.
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f3)L3,1 Commercial signage facing the ocean or in the line -of -sight of the beach, except
building identification signs, shall not be illuminated during the hours of 9pm - 7am of
nesting season within eighteen (18) months of the effective date of this article.
(4)j4) Buildings located along Ocean Drive that are east of the CCCL line are allowed to
maintain current outdoor lighting. Additional special event spotlights or lighting during
turtle season should be minimized after 9pm and/or directed away from the beach.
When conducting renovations, buildings are encouraged to replace Neon lighting with
true red or amber LED lighting.
(€)jh) Publicly owned lighting. Street lights, existing lighting at parks, publicly owned
parking facilities and publicly owned walkways shall be subject to the following:
(1) Streetlights. Street lights installed after the effective date of this ordinance
shall either be located so that the bulk of illumination will travel away from the
beach, and shielding is used to prevent light from being directly, indirectly. or
cumulatively visible from ''4, 6mk4a.^^"^ the beach, or shall be low profile
luminaries. Street lights existing prior to the effective date of this ordinance
shall be equipped with shields that prevent light from being directly, indirectly,
or cumulatively visible
shall -reduce -visibility from the beach.
(2) Lighting at parks, publicly owned parking facilities and publicly owned
walkways shall be shielded or shaded during nighttime hours of nesting
season so that such lighting is not directly, indirectly, or cumulatively visible
from doesnotthe beaGh and visibility is red-ned from the begnii,
Such shielding or shading shall not create a CPTED problem or safety hazard
for pedestrians.
Sec. 46-204. Enforcement and Penalties.
Violation of the provisions of this article or failure to comply with any of its requirements
shall constitute an offense enforceable pursuant to the enforcement provisions of Section
1-14 and Chapter 30 of this Code. When it has been determined that a violation has
occurred, notice of the violation and an opportunity for a hearing shall be served on the
property owner. Other person or persons responsible for lighting or management of the
property may also be served with notice if determined appropriate by the City
administration. Upon refusal, failure or neglect of the person or persons served with a
notice of violation to cure the violation with ten (10) days of such notice, or when the
violator or the violator's representatives do not appear at the hearing granted pursuant to
this Code or as otherwise provided by law, or when an order finding a violation is entered
against the violator, the enforcing agency shall notify the property owner, in writing, that
an external lighting source causing the violation may be removed by the City within ten
(10) business days thereafter. Alternatively, or in addition, at the discretion of the City
administration, a daily fine may be assessed against the violator, with such fine to begin
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to be assessed within ten (10) business days thereafter, and to be continuously assessed
until the conclusion of nesting season or until the violation is corrected. Costs incurred by
the City associated with the removal by the City of external lighting sources causing
violations shall be recovered from the property owner, or such person or persons causing
the violation, and, if not recovered from the person or persons, shall be placed as a lien
against the property and reimbursed to the City at time of sale of the property.
SECTION 2. REPEALER.
All ordinances or parts of ordinances and all sections and parts of sections in conflict
herewith are hereby repealed.
SECTION 3. CODIFICATION.
It is the Intention of the City Commission, and it is hereby ordained that the provisions of
this ordinance shall become and be made part of the Code of the City of Miami Beach as
amended; that the sections of this ordinance may be renumbered or relettered to
accomplish such intention; and that the word "ordinance" may be changed to "section" or
other appropriate word.
SECTION 4. SEVERABILITY.
If any section, subsection, clause or provision of this Ordinance is held invalid, the
remainder shall not be affected by such invalidity.
SECTION 5. EFFECTIVE DATE.
This Ordinance shall take effect ten days following adoption.
This Ordinance shall take effect on the day of 16A0,wr 2024.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 30 day of r7CIFAr✓ . 2024.
ATTEST:
NOV 0 5 2024 Steven Meiner, Mayor
Rafael E. Granado, City Clerk .B,•,,,,
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FORM & LANGUAGE
(Sponsored by Commissioner David Suarez) & FOR EXECUTION
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MIAMI BEACH
COMMISSION MEMORANDUM
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Commission
FROM: Eric Carpenter, City Manager
DATE: October 30, 2024 10:35 a.m. Second Reading Public Hearing
TITLE: TURTLE NESTING PROTECTION AMENDMENT
AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 46 OF THE MIAMI BEACH CITY
CODE. ENTITLED "ENVIRONMENT,' BY AMENDING ARTICLE V, ENTITLED
'TURTLE NESTING PROTECTION ORDINANCE; BY AMENDING SECTIONS 46-
202, AND 46-203 THEREOF TO STRENGTHEN AND CLARIFY THE PROVISIONS
OF THE EXISTING ORDINANCE AND INCLUDE RECOMMENDED
MODIFICATIONS BY THE FLORIDA FISH AND WILDLIFE CONSERVATION
COMMISSION (-FWC'); AND, PROVIDING FOR REPEALER, SEVERABILITY,
CODIFICATION AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
The Administration recommends that the Mayor and City Commission adopt the subject ordinance
at Second Reading public hearing set for October 30, 2024.
On September 6, 2006, Ordinance No. 2006-3525 was adopted to protect the native sea turtle
population by minimizing beachfront lighting to reduce the negative impact on nesting and
hatchling sea turtles.
On September 11, 2024, the Mayor and City Commission approved the Ordinance amendment
on First Reading to strengthen and clarify the provisions of the ordinance passed in 2006 and
include recommended modifications by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
(FWC). During the item discussion, the City Commission requested the interior existing artificial
lighting requirement proposed in the amendments apply only to hotels and commercial properties
and not apply to residential properties. In addition, it was recommended to include language
regarding education and encouraging residents to adopt sea turtle -friendly lighting practices. The
changes are included in the Second Reading of the Ordinance. t
ANALYSIS
Sea Turtles are protected bythe US Endangered Species Act of 1973 and Florida Statute Chapter
370. It is illegal to harm or harass sea turtles, their nests, or hatchlings. The City of Miami Beach
is a nesting habitat for three species of protected sea turtles: Loggerhead, Green, and
Leatherback sea turtles. The handling of turtles and nests is regulated by the state agency, Florida
Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC). Sea turtle nesting season in the State of
Florida occurs between May 1 and October 31; however, sea turtle nesting begins on April 1st in
the City of Miami Beach to account for the earlier Leatherback nesting season.
On beaches where artificial lighting is visible, females may be deterred from nesting and the
hatchlings' journey to the sea can be dis ptea d as the can become disoriented, causing them to
crawl away from the ocean and toward the artificial light. Hatchlings are attracted to the brightest
source of light, which on an unlit beach would be the reflection of the moon off the surf. Beachfront
lighting has been documented to negatively affect nesting females and often results in reduced
or abnormal nesting activity. Visible light sources and the reflection of "glow" resulting from the
cumulative effects of coastal lights contribute to this problem.
The City of Miami Beach is dedicated to the conservation and preservation of its natural resources
and works with many stakeholders in advance of and through Sea Turtle Nesting Season as
detailed in LTC No. 020-2024. The Environment and Sustainability Department is also
implementing Flip the Switch, a communications campaign funded through a competitively
awarded Sea Turtle Conservancy grant.
The Miami -Dade County Sea Turtle Conservation Program works under a Marine Turtle Permit
issued by FWC to survey over nineteen (19) miles of beaches from March to October. The
surveys begin at sunrise every morning during sea turtle nesting season which include dedicated
County staff identifying, marking off, and where applicable, relocating nests. No beach activities
(beach maintenance operations, sand sifting, litter collection, concessionaire operations, special
events, etc.) can begin before the daily survey is completed and County staff gives the
authorization to begin activities on the beach. They also inventory hatched nests and document
hatchling disorientations. According to the County, high densities of disorientation due to
misdirected and artificial lighting were documented within South, Mid, and North Beach in 2022
and 2023, In 2023, 71 disorientation events out of 158 total nests were documented within Miami
Beach. This equates to approximately 45% of nests that were disoriented due to misdirected
artificial lighting. With an approximately 45% disorientation rate, Miami Beach has the second
highest "disoriented nests per mile" rate in Miami -Dade County.
The objective of the ordinance amendment is to further reduce the damaging impacts of artificial
light on sea turtles by updating sections of the ordinance for consistency with FWC
recommendations. As such, modified language has been added throughout the ordinance to
clarify lighting requirements and the major recommendations include but are not limited to the
following:
• Amending clarifying and expanding the definitions in Section 46-202
• Cell phones and flash photography have been added as sources of artificial light
• The "Bug type bulb" definition has been removed as it is outdated,
• The terms'Beachwalk','F.A.C.','Long wavelength light source','Minimized','New
Development', and'Roof top advertising sign' have been added and defined,
• Definitions pertaining to light source type, 'Filmed glass', 'Solar screens', and
'Tinted glass' have been amended.
Modifvina the Prohibited activities disruptive to marine turtles in Section 46-203(a) -(c)
• Language was added recommending the use of red or amber filters on vehicle
headlights for vehicles authorized on the beach at eight,
• Fireworks displays are prohibited on the beachfront. Fireworks displays can occur
from offshore barges provided they have approval from the Fire Department and
a Florida Department of Environmental Protection permit or exemption,
• The operation of motorized vehicles during nesting season is prohibited unless
otherwise specified by the ordinance,
• Lighting associated with special events cannot be visible from the beach after 9:00
p.m. to be consistent with FDEP and County requirements.
• Liahting standards for new development in Section 46-203(d)
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• Remove the "exceeding 50% of the value of the structure as determined by the
Building Official' threshold for renovations to comply with lighting standards for
new development, -
• Modify the lighting standards for new development to apply to lighting within line -
of -sight of the beach, not just lighting east of the Coastal Construction Control Line
(CCCL).
• Lighting standards for existing development in Section 46-203ff)
Modify the lighting standards for existing development to apply to lighting within
line- of -sight of the beach, not just lighting east of the Coastal Construction Control
Line (CCCL).
During the item discussion at First Reading, the City Commission requested the interior existing
artificial lighting requirement proposed in the amendments apply only to hotels and commercial
properties and not apply to residential properties. In addition, it was recommended to include
language regarding education and encouraging residents to adopt sea turtle -friendly lighting
practices.
Between First and Second Reading, the following section of the ordinance was amended to
address the above -mentioned recommendations of the Mayor and City Commission as follows:
• Include liahtina reauirements options for existina interior lights that are visible from the
beach for hotels and commercial Properties
• Apply window tint of film that meets the light transmittance standards for tinted
glass and/or,
• Rearrange lamps and other moveable fixtures away from windows and/or,
• Use of opaque shades or room darkening window treatments (e.g. blinds,
curtains, screens) to shield interior lights from the beach.
Encourage residential buildings and multi -family Properties to reduceminimize or
eliminate existina interior liahtina visible from the beach by taking any of the following
measures
• Turn off or dim all unnecessary lights and/or,
• Apply window tint film that meets the light transmittance standards for tinted glass
and/or,
• Rearrange lamps and other moveable fixtures away from windows and/or,
• Use opaque shades or room darkening window treatments (e.g. blinds, curtains,
screens) to shield interior light from the beach.
Additjonally, the educational component of the: Ordinance will be. enhanced. The Flip the S*ch a
campaign will continue to be implemented in the next nesting season to further sea turtle
conservation efforts. Leading up to the 2025 sea turtle nesting season, the Administration plans
to focus on hotels, neighborhood and building associations and concessionaires as critical
stakeholders to increase education and compliance with the ordinance. In addition, the
Administration has met with the Greater Miami and the Beaches Visitors and Convention Bureau
and Miami -Dade County Parks, Recreation, and Open Spaces Department to target an education
campaign focused on eco-tourism.
FISCAL IMPACT STATEMENT
N/A
Does this Ordinance require a Business Impact Estimate? Yes
(FOR ORDINANCES ONLY)
THE BUSINESS IMPACT ESTIMATE
In accordance with Section 166.041(4), Florida Statutes, the City of Miami Beach is required to
assess whether a Business Impact Estimate is required for the subject ordinance.
The Business Impact Estimate (BIE) was published on October 11, 2024.
See BIE at: httos:l/www.miamobeachfl.gov/city-ha[Vcity-clarklmeet)nq-notices!.
FINANCIAL INFORMATION
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CONCLUSION
The Administration recommends the Mayor and City Commission approve the subject ordinance
to further reduce the damaging impacts of artificial light on the native sea turtle population by
integrating Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission recommendations. Information
regarding the ordinance will be communicated widely through a public outreach process and
informational campaign.
Applicable Area
Citywide
Is this a "Residents Riaht to Know" item. Is this item related to a G.O. Bond
Pursuant to City Code Section 2-17? Proiect?
Yes
No
Was this Agenda Item initially requested by a lobbyist which as defined in Code Sec. 2-481
includes a Principal engaged in lobbving? No
If so, specify the name of lobbyist(s) and principal(s):
Department
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Environment and Sustainability
Sponsorial
Commissioner David Suarez
Co-sponsortsl
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MIAMI BEACH
OFFICE OF THE OTY MANAGER
No. LTC x020-2024 LETTER TO COMMISSION
TO honorable Mayor Steven nnnMe���i,,,nIIILLTerr and Members of the City Commission
FROM Alina Hudak, City Managbtlq Ir(
DATE January 19, 2024 �, 1
SUBJECT. 2024 Sea Turtle Nesting Season in Miami Beach
The City of Miami Beach is dedicated to the conservation and preservation of its natural
resources, including the protection of sea turtles that nest annually on our beaches. City
Ordinance No. 2006-3525 restricts artificial lighting during nesting season between April 1
and October 31 (Ord. No. 2006-3525). Each year, the City refines its procedures to prepare
for the upcoming nesting season and I am pleased to share an update.
Education and Events
The Environment and Sustainability Department was awarded
a competitive grant by the Sea Turtle Conservancy in the
amount of $13,550 to launch a campaign for the 2024 sea
turtle nesting season. The Department is working closely with
the Office of Marketing and Communications to launch the
"Flip the Switch" campaign to increase awareness and
compliance of turtle -friendly lighting. The objective is to reduce
the damaging impacts of artificial light on sea turtles by
implementing low, long, and shielded lighting practices. On Io+:: �«sae. o:
beaches where artificial lighting is visible, females may be
deterred from nesting and the hatchlings' important journey to the sea can be disrupted.
This poses a serious threat to sea turtle hatchlings as they can become disoriented, causing
them to crawl away from the ocean and toward the artificial light.
Digital messaging will be disseminated via all social media channels and will include digital
ads, paid social ads, and a public service announcement (PSA). Printed advertisements will
include bus shelters, physical flyers, slickers, magnets, and a Featured article in the Spring
edition of the Miami Beach Magazine. Furthermore, the campaign will engage the
community and target population through regular newsletters during the nesting season.
f emphasizing the critical importance pf protecting sea turtles. d
To learn more about sea turtle nesting season here on Miami Beach and how community
members can help, the City is pleased to announce the following events for the community
this season:
Miami -Dade County will be hosting a Sea Turtle Awareness Public Workshop on
Saturday, January 20 at the North Shore Park Youth Center (501 72n° Street) at
12:30 pm and on Saturday, February 10 at the Miami Beach Regional Library
(227 22n° Street) at 12:30 pm.
The Environment and Sustainability Department will be hosting Turtle Fast on April
20 at Altos del Mar Park (76- Street & Collins Avenue). This family fun event was
first held in 2023 and celebrates the start of sea turtle nesting season to raise
awareness about sea turtle conservation.
Background
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Sea Turtles are protected by the US
Endangered Species Act of 1973 and Florida
Statute Chapter 370. It is illegal to harm or
harass sea turtles, their nests, or hatchlings.
The City of Miami Beach is a nesting habitat
for three species of protected sea turtles:
Loggerhead, Green, and Leatherback sea
turtles. Handling of turtles and nests is
regulated by the state agency, the Florida
Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission
(FWC).
Sea turtle nesting season in the State of
Florida occurs between May 1 and October
rfd9"°" 31; however, sea turtle nesting begins on
DOWTOLICK PMRTT April 10 in Miami Beach to account for the
earlier Leatherback nesting season. Locally,
the Miami -Dade County Sea Turtle
Conservation Program (MDCSTCP) is responsible for spearheading sea turtle conservation
efforts. FWC issued a permit to the County that allows County staff to handle sea turtle
nests and hatchlings, and conduct daily inspections on our beaches.
County staff began sea turtle nesting surveys on March 1° for the 2023 turtle season. The
surveys begin at sunrise every morning during sea turtle nesting season which include
dedicated County staff identifying, marking off, and where applicable, relocating nests. They
also inventory hatched nests and document hatchling disorientations. No beach activities
(beach maintenance operations, sand sifting. litter collection, concessionaire operations,
special events, etc.) can begin before the daily survey is completed and County staff gives
the authorization to begin activities on the beach. This prevents the loss of sea turtle tracks
used to identify nests, as well as potential collisions with nesting sea turtles or newly laid
nests. All nests identified by County staff during the survey are marked and surrounded by
caution tape the same morning they are discovered, signaling the public to maintain a safe
buffer of at least 10 feet. Furthermore, the City will continue to work closely with the County
to help address any lighting or conservation concems along our beaches as the season
continues.
City Efforts
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A successful sea turtle season relies on the entire community to help prepare our beaches
for sea turtle nesting season. For this reason, the City implements strategies and conducts
extensive education and outreach to the community to increase sea turtle awareness.
The Environment and Sustainability Department has been working with various external
stakeholders and City departments on short- and long-term strategies to enhance the
protection of our native sea turtle population. Efforts include coordination with FWC and the
County, internal training for Code Compliance Officers, Installation of lighting retrofits to
include amber lights or shading for City beachfront properbes—including parks, parking lots,
and community workshops.
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The Code Compliance Department enforces the City s Turtle Nesting Protection Ordinance
through proactive inspections and complaints. Code Compliance distributes information
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annually to beachfront properties to remind them to reduce unnecessary artificial light
sources, keep blinds closed at night. and not harass nesting sea turtles.
If you have any questions, please contact Amy Knowles, Chief Resilience Officer, at
AmvKnowlesOmiamibeachFl aov or Lindsey Precht, Assistant Director of the Environment 8
Sustainability, Department, at LindseyPrechtfOimlalnlbeachfl.go .
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TO U C H E N T E R P R ISE S
This year marks the 250th anniversary of the United States, making it
the most significant Independence Day celebration in the nation's
history. Communities across the country are planning larger and more
memorable fireworks events to commemorate this historic milestone.
The fireworks display being proposed reflects the magnitude of this
occasion. It is designed to be substantially larger and more impactful
than any display produced in previous years, creating a truly
unforgettable experience for residents and visitors alike.
Because the show must be launched from a barge -based firing
platform, securing the barge is a critical next step. There are a very
limited number of certified fireworks barges available nationwide,
and demand for the 250th anniversary celebrations is already far
exceeding supply.
We currently have a barge provider with one vessel available for our
date, but it can only be held by confirming the reservation with a
deposit immediately. Securing the barge now ensures we have the
necessary platform to safely and successfully produce this enhanced
fireworks display.
Acting quickly will lock in this essential resource and protect our
ability to deliver a truly exceptional July 4th celebration worthy of
this historic anniversary.
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ATE 1-FL-061-23-8L-01157
4260 Amelia Plantation Court
Vero Beach, FL 32967
Prepared For Estimate Date
Estimate Number
Alfie Facts 02/18/2025
20260218
Ocean Drive Improvement
Association
Reference
760 Ocean Drive
July 4th, 2026
Suite 9
Fireworks w/ Barge &
Miami Beach, FL 33139
Docking Fees
Description
Rate Qty Line Total
Professional Fireworks Display & PYRO Services
$45,000.00 1 $45,000.00
Professional Fireworks Display for July 4th, 2025
ABS Barge from Grady Marine
$60,000.00 1 $60,000.00
Ocean Going ABS Barge for Fireworks Display
Docking Fees/Port Fees/Surveys for Loading/Unloading $8,500.00 1 $8,500.00
Docking Fees/Port Fees/Survey Fees
Subtotal 113,500.00
Tax 0.00
Estimate Total (USD) $113,500.00
Terms
50% Deposit Payment/ 50% Balance on Event Date for Fireworks Display
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