99-23065 RESO
RESOLUTION NO. 99-23065
A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION
OF THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, APPROVING
THE CITY'S YEAR 2000 FEDERAL LEGISLATIVE
AGENDA.
WHEREAS, the City must avail itself of all potential sources of funds; and
WHEREAS, Federal legislation may need to be enacted to protect and enhance the City's
interests; and
WHEREAS, it is imperative that the City's legislative consultant is aware of, and have a list
of, City priorities; and
WHEREAS, the City's Federal legislative team has met with the Mayor, City
Commissioners, and the Administration relative to the City's needs and priorities with regard to the
Year 2000 Federal Legislative Agenda; and
WHEREAS, the City's Federal legislative team has also met with City Department heads
and staff to ascertain their needs; and
WHEREAS, the City's numerous Federal-level needs have been assessed and prioritized to
produce the most effective use of its legislative team.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOL VED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, that the recommended Federal
Legislative Priorities for the Year 2000 Federal Legislative Agenda be approved, all as more
specifically set forth in the attached Exhibit A.
PASSED and ADOPTED this
17th day of February, 1999.
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Outline of the
FY 2000 Federal Agenda
for the City of Miami Beach
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I. TRANSPORT A TION AGENDA
. Electrowave I Intermodal Area/Site Project
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ENVIRONMENTAL. EROSION AND WATER RELATE}) INITIATIVES
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lDdlon Creek Waterway Revita1izain ond Green...y Project, Stage n
North Shore Open Space I North Berch Recreation Corridor Initiative
. Waatewater-Sewer Critical Reh.bilitation Initiative
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Innovative Beaeh Erosion Prevention and Sand Rec:yeJ.Ulg System
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Support lor Dade County Req....l oCOagoiDg Beach Rei\ ouri.hment
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LAW ENFORCEMENT/CRIME PREVENTION ISSUES
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Criminal Justice Initiative
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ARTS AND CUL ruRAL CAMPUS
. The Black Box Theater lab Project
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v. TARGETED EDUCATION AND EMPLOYMENT INITIATIVES
. Targeted Employment Initiatives (focused on two key sectors:)
-- Arts and Entertainment
-- Environmental Service
-- Tourism
.- Small Business
. 21st Century Learning Center I Bisc.yne Elementary
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I. TRANSPORTATION AGENDA
. Electrowave / 11ltermodal Area/Site Project
Again in FY2000, the City of Miami Beach is requesting a specific set-aside through the
Transportation Appropriations Bill's Bus and Bus Facilities Account for the Electrowave
/ Intermodal Transfer Station. The proposed project would provide a transportation
centerlterminals that would centralize area transportation services, while simultaneously
providing convenient, and safe access to parking and other services that would potentially
reduce traffic congestion, parking shortages, and improve the enviromnent. The City
proposes a transportation hubs that would include: a multi-modal center that will also
incorporate parking, an electric bus shuttle terminal with a charging facility and
maintenance area, small shops, a transportation store. a visitor information center, and a
communication center.
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One oftbe-primary objectives of the project is to reduce the demanding parking and
traffic problems in the south and middle beach areas -- where the problems already
greatly exceed the existing parking and roadway system -- through the development of
this innovative comprehensive park and ride system.
The areas will serve as connectors and collectors for the future east west corridor that will
link together the Palmetto Expressway, State Road 836~ the Miami Intermodal Center at
Miami International Airport. downtown Miami, the seaport, and the island City of Miami
Beach.
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In sum, the City hopes to achieve the following results: 1). Reduce traffic congestion on
major arterial roadwaYSj 2). Create a safe, convenient multi-modal area that supports a
park and ride program -- utilizing the shuttle system for movement in the core proj ect
area; 3). Reduce the demand for on-street parking; 4). Reduce the deterioration oflocal,
state and federal roadways in the core area; 5). Reduce wear on existing bridges (many of
which are in severe condition); 6). Preserve the historic significance of the Art Deco
District; 7). Support car/van pooling in the multi-modal center; 8). Provide access to
charging facilities for alternative fueled vehicles; and 9). Improve air quality and reduce
noise pollution in the busiest area of Miami Beach.
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Apl)l'QprlatloD. Ob1ective: To secure $7 million in Fiscal Year 2000 appropriatioD8
support through the FY'OO TraDsportation and Related Agencies AppropriatioDs
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II. ENVIRONMENTAL, EROSION, AND WATER RELATED
INITIATIVES
Indian Creek Waterway Revitalization and Greenway Project
North Shore Open Space / North Beach Recreation Corridor Initiative
Wastewater-Sewer Critical Rehabilitation Initiativet Stage II
Innovative Beach Erosion Prevention and Sand Recycling System
Demonstration Project
. Indian Creek Waterway Revitalization and Greenway Project
The City of Miami Beach exists as a cluster of barrier islands with the Atlantic Ocean on
one side and Biscayne Bay Marine Estuary on the other. The historic and scenic Indian
Creek Waterway system snakes its way through this eight mile long chain of islands. Just
after the ~ of the century, these natural waterways were "improved" by dredging and
the construction of seawalls to stabilize the shorelines and to allow the farmers who first
settled the area, transport their produce out to Biscayne Bay and the Port of Miami.
Indian Creek served as the main transportation corridor for the early settlers, and as the
island community grew, it remained the spine that interconnected the public, commercial
and residential areas throughout Miami Beach. Today, the shoreline development along
Indian Creek runs the full gambit from large scale resort hotels to single family homes
but is predominantly comprised of low and moderate income, multifamily residential
facilities.
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Over the years, however, these once pristine waterways have fallen into decline. The
waterway improvements so altered the shoreline ecosystem that the mangroves and other
native plants died out, or were overgrown by nuisance exotic species. The steel and
concrete seawalls have crwnbled and collapsed.
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The loss of native plant communities and the failure of the seawalls has resulted in
substantial erosion of shorelines and the undercutting of roadways and public and private
structures. The erosion has also transported thousand of tons of sand and topsoil into the
waterway. Silt and sediment from the eroding shorelines have smothered benthic marine
life and clouded the water. In addition, the eroded shorelines allow rain water run-off to
wash trash, debris. agricultural chemicals and other pollutants into the waterways.
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The loss of water quality and ecosystem destruction has killed off or driven away the
manatees, dolphins, baitfish and gamefish populations, which used to be in abundance
throughout Indian Creek. The loss of the native wetland plant co~unities from along
the shorelines has also substantially reduced the available habitat fo~ many key bird,
reptile and animal species, including many migratory birds which utilize our area as
wintering and nesting grounds.
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Through the Indian Creek Waterway Revitalization and Greenway Project, the City of
Miami Beach proposes to create a Public-Private Partnership between the City, the Indian
Creek, area residents and hoteliers, the State of Florida and the Natural Park Service to
revitalize the Indian Creek Waterway and to restore its historic role as the backbone of
Miami Beach.
The crumbling seawalls will be replaced with an innovative "living seawall' system.
This will entail the demolition of the old sea walls and the construction of new walls
comprised of carefully intermeshed boulders of different sizes. The slope and elevation
of the new boulder walls will be designed to closely mimic the natural tidal creek
shorelines which pre-existed the seawalls. Geotextile liners will be installed along the
eroded shoreline areas behind the new boulder walls to prevent future erosion and then
the shoreline will be refilled with rich topsoil. The entire shoreline will then be replanted
with native coastal plant species,
Over time; the native plantings will anchor the shorelines and prevent erosion. These
shoreline areas will also become a buffer zone protecting the waterways from rainwater
run-off and wind blown litter and sediment. The enhanced shorelines will provide
substantially more marine habitat and superior wave attenuation than the old seawalls.
The new shorelines will also provide significant new habitat for birds and wildlife. As
the flow of silt, sediment and polluted run-off are curtailed, and as the shoreline
communities recover, water quality within the waterways will be restored and the affected
marine life will recover.
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Once the shorelines have been stabilized, the upland areas will be developed to create a
continuous public access corridor Greenway. This Greenway would provide public
pedestrianlbicyclist access along the entire length of the waterway with connections to
residential areas, resort areas, civic centers, the beaches and four other regional
recreational trailslbike paths. Rest areas, vista areas and waterway access areas (fishing
& canoe laW1ching) will be interspersed throughout the Greenway. Interpretive sinage
will also be incorporated into the project to educate residents and visitors about the
historic landmarks and natural features along the Greenway trail.
Finally, a comprehensive program will be implemented to maintain the shoreline
improvements and to foster the continue restoration, enhancement and protection of the
Indian Creek Waterway System.
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Aporopriation ObjecOve: To secure $3.75 million in Fiscal Year 2000
appropriations support through the FY'OO V A/HUDIEPA Appropriations Bill
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Norlh Shore Open Space I North Beach Recreation Corridor Initiative
The North Beach Recreational Corridor is an integrated bike trail ttiat will link the North
and South Beach with a series of recreational amenities along the p~thway. Including
North Shore Open Space Park, at 34.61 acres, the largest oceanfro~ park on Miami
Beach and a highly treasured natural resource. As well as, the Indian Creek project and
other bike path and recreational trails. This project will include cr~sovers which will
allow beachfront access and access to the beachfrontlmarine envirorent.
The City of Miami Beach Park's Master Plan places great emphasis on preserving and
enhancing the coastal dune system, native vegetation and Dade County Sea Turtle
Hatchery Program. A new interpretive/recreational native center is proposed at the North
Shore Open Space Park to strengthen and reinforce the success of this educational
programs and other nature related activities.
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New native vegetation plantings are proposed between the back dune and coastal
hammock areas, linking the two habitats, creating a stronger dune community.
Selectively clear exotic vegetation will create a visual link. from land to sea, and provide a
much needed sense of openness and security. Public restrooms throughout the park will
be renovated, Additionally, the existing boardwalk system will be I novated to develop a
north/south corridor that connects with the North Beach Recreatio Corridor.
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The total project cost is estimated at $7.1. million. To date, the Ci has secured $3.1
million from the Miami Dade County Safe Neighborhood Park Bo and $840,000 from
State Transportation Enhancement Funds.
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Appropriation Objecme: To secure 53.1 million in Fucal Yea 2000 appropriatioDJ i
support through the FY'OO V A/HUDIEP A Appropriations Bill.
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. Water Sewer
The existing drinking water system is owned, operated, and maintained by the City of
Miami Beach serving customers within the city limits. The potable water facilities
include a water distribution system extending throughout the City, five existing water
booster pump stations, and four welded steel ground storage tanks. Plans exist for a sixth
water booster pump station. The City's potable water is supplied exclusively by the
Miami~Dade Water and Sewer Department (W AS D), the department of the County that
oversees operation of the County's water and sewer system.
The water distribution system has approximately 180 miles of water mains ranging from
2 inches to 36 inches in diameter. The water distribution system currently serves
approximately 11,123 retail customers along with 1,008 fire hydrants and 712 fire lines,
encompassing 23,000 valves of various sizes. The system bas 11,601 service
connections.
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The existing sewer system is also owned, operated and maintained ~y the City and serves
all customers within the corporate limits. AU land usage must connect to the sanitary
sewer system as a manner of City policy, and there are no septic tanks in operation within
the City. The system consists of152 miles of lines, including both gravity sewers and
pressurized force mains, and 23 wastewater pump stations. The wastewater system
currently serves approximately 9,641 retail customers,
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All wastewate1' generated within the City is sent to the W ASD Central District
wastewater treatment plant on Virginia Key for treatment and disposal. The 54~inch
force main which conveys the wastewater to the plant is a subaqueous force main running
from South Pointe under Government Cut to Virginia Key. This force main is owned and
maintained byW ASD. The County's wastewater collection, transmission and treatment
system is divided into three districts referred to as the North. Central and South Districts,
each served by its own wasteWater treatment plant.
Five-year Capital Improvement Program
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The City has developed a five-year Capital Improvement Program containing those
projects needed in order to replace and upgrade components of the Water and Sewer
Utility and to provide for the demands to be placed upon the Water and Sewer Utility by
projected growth. In connection with the water system portion of the five-year Capital
Improvement Program, the Water and Sewer Utility's existing storage: tanks will be
replaced. all of the existing water booster pump stations will be renovated and upgraded
and most of the water mains throughout the System will be either cleaned and lined, or
replaced and/or extended.
The wastewater components of the five-year Capital Improvement Program provides
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The cost of the projects included within the five-year Capital Impr
estimated at $105,208,000.
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improvements to the wastewater pump stations, and to the gravity
reduce the amount of infiltration and inflow into the wastewater sy
APpro~niatioD Objective~ The City is seeking a 90%-10% locallFederal split oUhe
total cost through the wastewater account within the EP A. The total Federal share
for this projett is approximately 510.1 million.
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lnno.ativt! Beach Erosion l're1IeniU>n tUld Sand Recy<:/ing syste' DmronstraiU>n
Project
Dade County, Florida has approximately 15 miles of sandy bea~he . The Miami Beach
Segment makes up 10.5 miles or 70% of that beach front area. Th Miami Beach
Segment is boWlded to the north by Baker's Haulover inlet and to e south by
Government Cut Inlet. The construction of these inlets, just after e turn of the century,
left the Miami Beach Segment isolated between two complete b to along-shore
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After detailed examination of the available data and careful consideration of the possible
alternatives, our coastal engineers have designed a series of detached headlands or
breakwater-type struCtures which will significantly reduce the rate of erosion within these
hot spot areas and help to stabilize large sections of our beach. The. size and
configuration of these headland structures have been carefully "tuned" to the specific
conditions at each of the hot spot areas. Our coastal engineers estimate that the
elimination of each hot spot will widen and stabilize approximately one mile of beach. It
is believed that these benefits can be gained without significant negative impacts to the
down drift beach areas or offshore reefs. ,Sea turtle nesting in the ~ea will also be
enhanced by the widening and stabili:zation of more than two miles if beach.
The City of Miami Beach and Dade County have jointly initiated Sf emergency effort to
develop and construct breakwater reef structures in the location of ~c two worst hot
spots. Preliminary estimates indicate the breakwater structures wil~ cost approximately
$450,000 each. The required funding has already been appropriated for the project and
construction is scheduled to begin in mid-1999.
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The City's master plan is to develop a series of erosion control breakwaters, positioned in
key areas along the shoreline, to widen the beaches and slow the erosion process.
Concurrent with the efforts to slow the beach erosion process, the City plans to initiate a
feasibility study/demonstration project to our sand shortage problem.
The ultimate goal is to utilize the breakwater structures to slow the erosion process,
stabilize the beaches and cut the demand for new sand. Then, periodically, the excess fill
that accumulates will be recycled back to the beaches at the north end of the system and
the cycle will start over. This Sand Recycling System, if successful. will allow for the
continued, effective maintenance of our beaches, while offering substantial financial and
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Local government has already made a substantial investment in the development of this
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Authorization Objtdive: The City is seeking a S6.5 million authorization through
the Water Resources Development Act to allow the City to complete a thorough
engineering analysis of the entire system, obtain the necessary Federal and State
permits, and (ontract for renourishment of a mile long sectiob of beach utilizing
back-passed sand.
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Support/or DatU COUlIty Request o/Ollgoillg Beach Rellourishmellt Activities
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As you know. the D.S, Army Corps of Engineers currently has a 50 year contract to
conduct beach renourishment activities within Miami-Dade County. As a result of the
fact that Miami Beach represents approximately 7-% of the County's sandy beaches, the
City of Miami Beach wholeheartedly supports the yearly request made by Miami-Dade
County for its ongoing beach renourishment projects.
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Appropriation Objective: For FY'OO the City of Miami Beach, ip backing up
Miami-Dade County's request, is seeking $7.3 million through tpe FY'OO Energy
and Water Appropriations BiU (ACOE, Construction General) for ongoing beach
renourishment activities.
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III. LAW ENFORCEMENT / CRIMINAL JUSTICE INITIATIVE
_ Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Initiative
_ Critical Law Enforcement Technology Development
. Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Initiative
The City of Miami Beach is deeply engaged in and financing a series of coordinated
activities to link the resources of the City and its law enforcement agencies, the schools
and community resources, to prevent and to reduce juvenile crime and delinquency. and
to advance education and training opportunities for at-risk youth, The City of Miami
Beach faces some very special challenges in addressing these issues; we are confronted
with serious pockets of poverty and distress, that are not yet benefitting from the
economic and cultural growth and activity in our City. Accordingly, we are requesting
federal assistance and a partnership in the City's coordinated strategy, and federal support
for a more comprehensive demonstration project and partnership between the City, the
schools, and the federal government with the following components:
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Juvenile Mentoring Initiative: ~e City of Miami Beach bas partnered with our
scrllor high school and has created on its own a strong menUi>ring initiative
involving students and law enforcement officer, one that has already received
strong praise from the school, the families and the community. Weare seeking
federal assistance to further expand and support the officers, the school, and the
program and event activities essential to the program.
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Juvenile Crime Prevention Initiatives; The City of Miami Beach has dedicated
significant resources and has made a major commitment to addressing underage
drinking. and an initiative to reduce nighttime juvenile criminal activity. and
activities that might harm at-risk youth. A third component involves the
professional develop of specialized law enforcement officer~ trained to
specifically work with at-risk students both in-school and o t-of. school ,
alternative settings; to serve a role models for at-risk juvenil s, working closely
with school faculty and officials.
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~prQpriation Objective: To secure $1 million in assistance th ough the
Department of Justice Appropriations Bill for FY2000 and tbe uvenile Justice Ind
Delinquency Prevention Discretionary Project account to pam 'pate in and support
these components of the Miami Beach coordinated strategy.
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. Critical Law Enforcemuat Technology Development
Congress and the Administration have recognized the need for targeted and focused
assistance to state, local and regional law enforcement agencies to acquire, develop,
effectively implement and utilize new communications, information collection and
management technologies. The City of Miami Beach is deeply en,ged in a series of
initiatives to ensure that it is fully participating in and benefitting Ifm these
developments so that services and protection can be afforded to its r;sidents, and to those
millions of visitors that the City services on a daily basis -- as one ?fthe State's and the
nation's most utilized tourist centers and international cities. Thes~ City assets also
translate into the need for the development of law enforcement andl crime prevention
resources beyond the City's capacity, for Miami Beach is a not a 18fge city, but a
medium-sized city that must support services to visitors which ofter outnumber its own
population by many times. Miami Beach is not just one city; it is f State, national,
regio~ and intema~onal resource, and it is a. city confro~ting uni~~ challenges i~ its
~o.~1inent to proVlde law enforcement semces, andcnme prevcitlon and reduction
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Ap1)rQpriatioDA Objective: We are seeking a partnenhip with ~e U.S. Department
of Justice similar to that provided to other cities to ensure that fhe City is effectively
linked to and utilizing advanced available and appropriate communications,
monitoring and management technologies, including Patrol Mobile Dat. Terminals,.
the implementation of a weD-orgmized and coordinated CAD sl~tem (computer
assisted) for effective coordination and communicatioD among ~Ipatehen, patrol
units, supervison and key entities, and to enhance and expand ~e capaeity to deal
with Emergency MI15tance needs. Aeeorcllngly, we are requesting $1 million in
assistance through the FY2000 Justice Appropriations Bill, and', its COPS
Technology Assistallce account
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IV. ARTS AND CULTURAL CAMPUS
_ The Miami Beach Regional Library
_ The Miami Beach Black Box Theater Project
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The City of Miami Beach and Miami-Dade County have joined forces to develop a trUly
significant and model library to service City and County residents, families, children and
the schools. We are seeking a federal partnership role in this exciting initiative given the
recognition that the federal government and Congress have given to the importance of
libraries and educational technology. Educational materials and collections, the
development and implementation of educational technology tools, to enhance utilization
and access, and the professional development and support of library personnel are critical
elements to this initiative. the City of Miami Beach is seeking $3.5 million as a
contribution towards this City-County financing and operational partnership.
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b.ppmpriatioDI Objective: To secure up to $3.5 million in IIUPP,ort for educational
materials and further development and enhancement of this pa~enhlp through
the FY2000 Labor, lUIS, and Education appropriationl bill.Jl~ the U.S.
Department of Education, Its Libraries and Educational Technology accounts.ad
the Institute of Museum and Library Services.
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The Miami Beach Black Box Theater Project
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The City of Miami Beach has made the development of artS and cultural resources a
major priority, and has committed substantial City resources and dedicated funding
toward the development of a "Cultural Campus." One of the most exciting components
of the campus is the development of a unique ~ea.ter training and performing arts facility
.. one that will enable cutting-edge training in the performing arts, and the evolution of an
innovative and flexible theater "lab." The City is seeking assistance with the \'
development of the facility and support for the development of this model concept. This
is a project already receiving strong City support, and support from a wide range of
community and governmental interests. We are seeking federal support for this project as
a model, demonstration initiative that could prove highly valuable to other cities and
regions, as a 11'aining, educational and cultural resource.
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Apl)l"Qpriationl Obj~tive: We are seeking a 51 miUion contribution toward the
fmancing and further development of this collaborative project.
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__ Targeted Employment Initiatives
__ 21st Century Learning Center I Biscayne Elementary
. Targd~d Employment /nitiotives (Arts and Entertainment / Environmental Service)
As the arts and entertainment and environmental sciences industries are significant in
Miami Beach, e. targeted employment initiative will help meet gro~ing demands in these
areas. Following the pattern of Gallery 37 in Chicago, Miami Beach should explore the
creation of paid internships that will create a pool of skilled labor to meet these growing
industry needs. As these skilled labor pools are created, employment and training
intervention also has a positive impact on reducing juvenile delinquency and crime.
Objective: Explore a source of funding for these internships, either through
language- in the FY'OO Labor I HIlS Appropriations BiU, or directly through a
Federal Agency.
. Biscayne Elementary School: The 21st Century Learning Center and A Coordinated
At-Risk Youth fUld School S"J1port Strat4gy
The Biscayne Elementary School is one of the most challenged in the City of Miami
Beach _ challenged with serving one of the City's most disadvantaged and economically
distressed communities. families and children faced with serious educational and
economic needs, and doing so in facilities which need major rehabilitation. renovation
and expansion. The City of Miami Beach is committed to utilizing ~ts departmental
resources, including those of law enforcement, to work with these at-risk. students, and
the teachers, to mentor, to provide and to liDk them with expanded training, education,
support, and employment opportunities.
Objoetive: W. are ..eking the ...iston.. of the delegatiOD lUlII ~e federal
government to focus resourc'es on Biseayne Elementary and o~er educational
resources and facUities like BilIcayne. One such Initiative woul~ be the designatioD
of the School. working with the City, U ODe of the nst CenturyjLearning Centeno
We will be seeking additional opportunities ideas and resourc~ to focus on this
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;ITY OF MIAMI BEACH
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COMMISSION MEMORANDUM NO. J 2(,-9 9
TO:
Mayor Neisen O. Kasdin and
Members of the City Co mission
DATE: February 17, 1999
FROM:
Sergio Rodriguez
City Manager
SUBJECT:
A RESOL ION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, APPROVING THE CITY'S 2000
FEDERAL LEGISLATIVE AGENDA
ADMINISTRATION RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt the Resolution.
BACKGROUND:
On January 13-14, 1999, the City's Federal Lobbyists (Jorden Burt) met with the Mayor, City
Commissioners, and Administrative staff to discuss the Legislative Priorities for the 2000 Federal
Legislative Agenda. On February 3, 1999, the City Commission approved the contract extension
with the firm of Jorden Burt, as the City's Federal Representative.
ANAL YSIS:
The proposed list of priorities for the 2000 Legislative Session was compiled by the City's Federal
Lobbyists, the Office of the Mayor and City Commission and the City Administration. The FY 2000
Federal Agenda is attached.
CONCLUSION:
The Administration recommends that the City Commission adopt the attached Resolution.
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