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LTC 318-2004 Restricted Residential Parking Zones - Updated CITY OF MIAMI BEACH Office of the City Manager Letter to Commission No. 318-2004' m To: From: Mayor David Dermer and Members of the City Commission Jorge M. Gonzalez ~t. City Manager Date: December 21,2004 Subject: RESTRICTED RESIDENTIAL PARKING ZONES - UPDATE The following serves as an update to the November 3, 2004, Letter to Commission (LTC No. 284-2004) regarding the balloting results for continuation or termination of the restricted residential parking programs for the Upper West Avenue and/or Lake Pancoast neighborhoods. Upper West Avenue/Zone 12 The Upper West Avenue Residential Parking Zone 12 became effective on May 1, 2004. Since the program was implemented prior to the now established balloting procedure, whereby affected residents within the boundaries of the zone have an opportunity to cast their ballot to either "endorse" and continue or "not endorse" and discontinue the program. The Parking Department sent 1,981 ballots/notices (see Attachment No.1) to households within the boundaries of the zone. There were 373 responses to the 1,981 ballots mailed, for a response rate of 19%. The following are the results of the balloting: Yes, I am satisfied with program and I do endorse continuing the Lake Pancoast Restricted Residential Parking Program 298 80% No, I am not satisfied with the program and I do not endorse continuing the Lake Pancoast Restricted Residential Parking Program. 75 20% Total: 373 100% Furthermore, as you may recall, properties zoned as Residential- High Intensity (RM-3), namely the Grand Flamingo, located at 1500 Bay Road and The Waverly, located at 1330 West Ave were not allowed to participate in the program as they: (1) had on-site parking and (2) their density and sheer volume of potential users jeopardized the success of the program. Various residents from both properties contacted Commissioner Saul Gross' Office regarding their plight of not being able to participate in the program while simultaneously both properties instituted monthly parking fees for their off-street facilities. In one case, monthly parking rates are $150 plus sales tax. The Administration met with Commissioner Gross and a group of affected residents to further discuss the matter and possible solutions. In light of the favorable balloting results to continue the residential parking program, the Administration is implementing a six month pilot program whereby the first fifty (50) residents from each property will be allowed to participate in the program. All those above and beyond the initial 50 applications will be placed on a waiting list. The six month pilot program will allow the Administration to evaluate its effects on the program; demand to participate in the program by the properties in question; and overall utilization and space availability. The pilot program is scheduled to commence in late January 2005. Lake Pancoast/Zone 11: The Lake Pancoast Residential Parking Zone 11 became effective on May 1 ,2004. Since the program was implemented prior to the now established balloting procedure, whereby affected residents within the boundaries of the zone have an opportunity to cast their ballot to either "endorse" and continue or "not endorse" and discontinue the program. The Parking Department sent 562 ballots/notices (see Attachment No.2) to households within the boundaries of the zone. There were 152 responses of the 562 ballots mailed for a response rate of 27%. The following are the results of the balloting: Yes, I am satisfied with program and I do endorse continuing the Lake Pancoast Restricted Residential Parking Program 138 91% No, I am not satisfied with the program and I do not endorse continuing the Lake Pancoast Restricted Residential Parking Program. 14 9% Total: 152 100% Vistas (Temporary) Residential Zone: As you may recall, the Mayor and Commission approved a temporary residential parking program specifically for the residents of Vistas Condominium to accommodate the loss of parking due to structural repairs to their parking facility. A temporary program was established providing 18 on-street parking spaces on Venetian Way, immediately west of Island Avenue. The temporary residential parking program is scheduled to sunset on January 27,2005. The Vistas Condominium Association has requested an extension of time due to delays experienced from past hurricane season. Although there were no direct hits, the number of construction days was reduced. In addition, there were unforeseen conditions in the project that further delayed its progress. The Administration is recommending a ninety (90) day extension expiring on April 26, 2005 with a final not to exceed sunset date of July 26, 2005, regardless of the conditions. Ocean Drive/Zone Five (Reduction of Reserved Spaces Pilot Proaram): Ocean Drive Zone Five permits are honored on a first-comelfirst-served basis at on-street parking meters between Ocean Drive and Washington Avenue and between 6th and 15th Streets. In addition, 88 metered spaces are specifically reserved for Zone Five permit use seven days a week from 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM on the 100 block of 6th Street, 100 block of 11th Street, 100 block of 14th Street, 100 block of 15th Street, 200 block of 8th Street, and 200 block of 10th Street. As stated in the 11/3/04 LTC, on December 1, 2004, fifty percent (50%) of the reserved spaces on the 100 block of 6th Street, 100 block of 11 th Street, 200 block of 8th Street, and 200 block of 10th Street were placed back into circulation for public use between the hours of 6:00 P.M. and 6:00 A.M. This pilot program will be monitored for a period of six (6) months whereby data collection of space utilization will be conducted. As a reminder, a majority of Zone Five permit holders reside north of 13th Street; therefore, reserved spaces on the 100 block of 14th Street and 100 block of 15th Street were not reduced as the highest utilization of reserved spaces is north of 13th Street. In addition, the following caveats, as stipulated by the Transportation and Parking Committee are in place: . All reserved s~aces within Zone Five should be reduced by 50% except for those on or north of 13 h Street on a block by block basis. . Continue periodic utilization surveys during pilot program. . TPC review of pilot program within six months of commencement of reserved space reductions. ' The Administration will provide the TPC with periodic updates regarding the progress ofthe pilot program and reserves the right to discontinue the pilot program if deemed to be adversely affecting residents. If you should have any further questions, please contact Saul Frances, Parking Director at (305) 673-7000, extension 6483 or me at extension 6637. JMG/CMC/SF c: Christina M. Cuervo, Assistant City Manager Saul Frances, Parking Director F:IPINGI$ALLISAULICMO\residentialparldngzone5, 11.&12update.ltc.doc CITY OF MIAMI BEACH ro CITY OF MIAMI BEACH PARKING DEPARTMENT UPPER WEST AVENUE/ZONE 12 RESTRICTED RESIDENTIAL PARKING PERMIT PROGRAM November 15, 2004 Dear Upper West Avenue Area Resident: Earlier this year at the request and endorsement of Upper West Avenue residents, the City of Miami Beach Parking Department implemented a restricted residential parking permit program on May 1, 2004. A component of this initiative is to periodically evaluate residential programs and services provided to residents. Your residential parking program has been operational for six (6) months; therefore, it is our goal to seek your input as to the effectiveness of the program as well as user satisfaction. The Parking Department seeks your opinion regarding whether your program has been either successful and should continue or unsuccessful and should be discontinued. Therefore, for your convenience, the Parking Department has enclosed a self-addressed and stamped post card (ballot) for you to cast your vote. Please check (X) for only one of the two options on the enclosed postcard; provide your name and address; and place it in the mail. Only ballots postmarked and/or received on or before the end of business on Friday, December 10,2004 will be tabulated. The self-addressed and stamped postcard contained in this package poses the following question, please check (x) for one option only, provide your name and address, and place it in the mail. () Yes, I!!.!!! satisfied with the program and I do endorse continuing the Upper West Avenue Restricted Residential Parking Program. () No, I am not satisfied with the program and I do not endorse continuing the Upper West Avenue Restricted Residential Parking Program. The City of Miami Beach Parking Department will review the results of the balloting and provide a recommendation to the City's Transportation and Parking Committee as well as the Mayor and Commission. If you should have any further questions, comments, or input, please feel free to contact me directly at (305) 673-7000, extension 6483. Sincerely, ~ Saul Frances Parking Director c: Mayor and City Commissioners Jorge M. Gonzalez, City Manager Christina M. Cuervo, Assistant City Manager Chester Escobar, Assistant Parking Director/On-Street James Stamos, Finance Manager Kenny Wright, Parking Sales/Marketing Manager F:\PING\$ALL\SAUL\RESIZONE\,upperwestavenueballot111~04,Itr . ., . Miami Beach Parking System, Historic Old City Hall, 1130 Washington Avenue. SUite 100, MIamI Beach, Flonda 33139-4600 Phone (305) 673-7505 ~ - - "=" UPPER WEST AVENUE RESTRICTED RESIDENTIAL PARKING PROGRAM BALLOT CITY OF MIAMI BEACH ~... /.;. ~ . Please check (X) for only one of the two options listed below. . Please print your name and address on the opposite side of this card. . Please place in mail after completing your ballot. . Only ballots received on or before the end of business on December 10, 2004 will be tabulated. ( ) Yes, I am satisfied with the program and I do endorse continuing the Upper West Avenue Restricted Residential Parking Program. ( ) No, I am not satisfied with the program and I do not endorse continuing the Upper West Avenue _Restricted Residential Parking Program. The City of Miami Beach Parking Department will review the results of the balloting and provide a recommendation tolhe City's Transportation & Parking Committee as weir as the Mayor and Commission. Thank you for your participation. The City of Miami Beach Parking Department, 1130 Washington Avenue, Suite 100, Miami Beach, Florida ~ CITY OF MIAMI BEACH CITY OF MIAMI BEACH PARKING DEPARTMENT LAKE PANCOAST/ZONE 11 RESTRICTED RESIDENTIAL PARKING PERMIT PROGRAM November 15, 2004 Dear Lake Pancoast Area Resident: Earlier this year at the request and endorsement of Lake Pancoast residents, the City of Miami Beach Parking Department implemented a restricted residential parking permit program on May 1, 2004. A component of this initiative is to periodically evaluate residential programs and services provided to residents. Your residential parking program has been operational for six (6) months; therefore, it is our goal to seek your input as to the effectiveness of the program as well as user satisfaction. The Parking Department seeks your opinion regarding whether your program has been either successful and should continue or unsuccessful and should be discontinued. Therefore, for your convenience, the Parking Department has enclosed a self-addressed and stamped post card (ballot) for you to cast your vote. Please check (X) for only one of the two options on the enclosed postcard; provide your name and address; and place it in the mail. Only ballots postmarked and/or received on or before the end of business on Friday, December 10, 2004 will be tabulated. The self-addressed and stamped postcard contained in this package poses the following question, please check (x) for one option only, provide your name and address, and place it in the mail. () Yes, I !!.!!! satisfied with the program and I do endorse continuing the Lake Pancoast Restricted Residential Parking Program. () No, I am not satisfied with the program and I do not endorse continuing the Lake Pancoast Restricted Residential Parking Program. The City of Miami Beach Parking Department will review the results of the balloting and provide a recommendation to the City's Transportation and Parking Committee as well as the Mayor and Commission. If you should have any further questions, comments, or input, please feel free to contact me directly at (305) 673-7000, extension 6483. Sincerely, Q2Q Saul Frances ~ Parking Director c: Mayor and City Commissioners Jorge M. Gonzalez, City Manager Christina M. Cuervo, Assistant City Manager Chester Escobar, Assistant Parking Director/On-Street James Stamos, Finance Manager Kenny Wright, Parking Sales/Marketing Manager F:IPINGI$ALLISAUL\RESllONE\.Iakepancoastballot111504.1tr Miami Beach Parking System, Historic Old Cill! Hall, 1130 Washington Avenue, Suite 100, Miami Beach, Florida 33139-4600 Phone (305) 673-7505 lb - - LAKE PANCOAST RESTRICTED RESIDENTIAL PARKING PROGRAM BALLOT CITY OF MIAMI BEACH . Please check (X) for only one of the two options listed below. . Please print your name and address on the opposite side of this card. . Please place in mail after completing your ballot. . Only ballots received on or before the end of business on December 10, 2004 will be tabulated. ( ) Yes, I am satisfied with the program and I do endorse continuing the Lake Pancoast Restricted Residential Parking Program. ( ) No, I am not satisfied with the program and I do not endorse continuing the Lake Pancoast Restricted Residential Parking Program. The City of Miami Beach Parking Department will review the results of the balloting and provide a recommendation to the City's Transportation & Parking Committee as well as the Mayor and Commission. Thank you for your participation. 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