LTC 295-2021 BOARD AND COMMITTEE BIANNUAL REPORTSOFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK
LTC No.
295-2021
TO: Mayor Dan Gelber and Members of the City Commission
FROM: Rafael E. Granado, City Clerk—YAI
DATE: July 16, 2021
SUBJECT: BOARD AND COMMITTEE BIANNUAL REPORTS
LETTER TO COMMISSION
Attached for your review, please find the Board and Committee Biannual Reports submitted to the Office of
the City Clerk for the period of January to June 2021.
Pursuant to City Code Section Sec. 2-22(13), the chairperson of each agency, board or committee, or
his/her designee, shall biannually submit a completed written report to the City Commission and City
Manager. The submitting agency, board or committee must approve the contents of the report prior to the
presentation.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the City Clerk at 305-673-7411.
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AD HOC NORTH BEACH COMMUNITY
BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY ADVISORY
COMMITTEE
CHAIRPERSON:
COMMISSIONER JOSE SMITH
CITY LIAISON:
DAVID MARTINEZ & RICKELLE WILLIAMS
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD:
6
ACTIVITY
Purpose
The Ad Hoc North Beach CRA Advisory Committee was established to provide advisory
recommendations to the Administration and the City Commission, from a macro perspective,
regarding the North Beach CRA.
Powers and Duties
The Ad Hoc North Beach CRA Advisory Committee shall have the following powers and duties:
1) Provide advisory recommendations regarding the initial creation of the proposed Redevelopment
Plan; and
2) Provide advisory recommendations regarding the public projects which would be included in the
proposed Redevelopment Plan for the North Beach CRA, including recommendations relative to the
overall timing, cost efficiencies, and prioritization of proposed public projects in the North Beach
CRA; and
3) Provide advisory recommendations regarding the proposed interlocal agreement with Miami -
Dade County relating to the North Beach CRA, and all related matters pertaining to the initial
establishment of the North Beach CRA.
Meeting Agenda Items:
1. Welcome and remarks from Mayor Gelber and City staff
Meeting #1
2. Committee member greetings and introductions
3. Sunshine Law and Ethics
3/31/2021
4. Presentation and Discussion: Redevelopment Plan
5. Election of Chair and Vice Chair
6. Discussion: Meeting schedule
7. Public Comment
Meeting Agenda Items
Meeting #2
1. Welcome and attendance
2. Approval of minutes
4/7/2021
3. Presentation and Discussion: Redevelopment Plan
4. Public Comment
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Meeting Agenda Items
1.
Welcome and attendance
Meeting #3
2.
Approval of minutes
3.
Presentation and Discussion: North Beach Zoning Districts
4/14/2021
4.
Presentation and Discussion: North Beach G.O. Bond Projects
5.
Presentation and Discussion: Redevelopment Plan
6.
Public Comment
Meeting Agenda Items
1.
Welcome and attendance
2.
Approval of minutes
3.
Presentation and Discussion: Redevelopment Plan
4.
Updates to Redevelopment Plan, CRA Boundary process
Meeting #4
5.
Presentation and Discussion: North Beach Affordable Housing
6.
Presentation and Discussion: Climate Resiliency & Infrastructure
4/28/2021
7.
Presentation and Discussion: Interlocal Agreement
8.
Public Comment
Key Motion:
Approve the existing proposed modifications (to the Redevelopment Plan) by the
Advisory
Committee
Meeting Agenda Items
1.
Welcome and attendance
2.
Approval of minutes
3.
Presentation and Discussion: North Beach Art, Culture and Tourism
4.
Presentation and Discussion: Public Safety (Code and Police)
5.
Redevelopment Plan proposed modifications
6.
Presentation and Discussion: Interlocal Agreement
7.
Committee member comments
Meeting #5
8.
Recommendation of Redevelopment Plan & Interlocal Agreement
9.
Presentation and Discussion: North Beach CRA logo
5/5/2021
10.
Public Comment
Key Motions:
•
To emphasize and put focus on funding and resources to support
community policing initiatives.
•
To include "i.e. Byron Carlyle" in the economic development and
community revitalization section under cultural asset investment (in the
Projected Redevelopment Costs table within the Redevelopment Plan).
•
To favorably recommend the Redevelopment Plan as amended.
•
To favorably recommend the Interlocal Agreement as presented by staff.
Meeting #6
Meeting Agenda Items
1.
Welcome and attendance
6/16/2021
2.
Approval of minutes
3.
Legislative Update
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4. Presentation and Discussion: North Beach CRA logo
5. Discussion: Landscaping in Right-of-way
6. Discussion: Economic Development & Resort Tax data
7. Committee member comments
8. Public Comment
Key Motion:
• To add to a future meeting agenda discussion items regarding the Byron
Carlyle and the 72nd Street Community Complex and requesting City staff
to invite the community to come participate in the discussion.
FUTURE ACTIVITIES
- Advocating for North Beach CRA legislative items
- Exploring short and long-term economic development opportunities in North Beach
- Discussing North Beach public and private projects and assets
- Investigating funding opportunities for various projects
- Guiding CRA logo development and branding strategy
- Encouraging community involvement and participation
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
- Provided extensive feedback and recommendations to the City's consultant team and City
staff regarding to the North Beach CRA Redevelopment Plan and Interlocal Agreement.
- Recommended approval of Redevelopment Plan and Interlocal Agreement which was
subsequently approved by the City Commission and CRA Board.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
Affordable Housing Advisory Committee
CHAIRPERSON:
Commissioner Michael Gongora
CITY LIAISON:
Alba Tarre
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD:
6
ACTIVITY: Januar 2021- June 2021
January Meeting: Elections were held. The Committee made plans for the upcoming meetings
Staff provided updates on the City's rent assistance efforts.
February Meeting:
The Economic Development Department presented an update on the Byron Carlyle project.
March Meeting:
The Committee did not reach quorum. During the meeting, the members discussed the CDBG and
HOME request for proposals.
April Meeting:
Presentation by City of Miami Beach Planning Director to explore ideas to increase affordable
housing in the City of Miami Beach.
May Meeting:
The Housing Authority of the City of Miami Beach presented on Eleven44, an affordable housing
project.
The Affordable Housing Advisory Committee supported the following motions:
Motion #1: The Affordable Housing Advisory Committee supports the Eleven44 project, a new
construction affordable housing project being developed by the Housing Authority of the City Miami
Beach.
Motion #2: The Committee recommends waiving fees imposed by Public Works when a required
curb cut for a development results in a reduction of oarkina spaces for affordable housina
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developments.
Motion #3: The Committee tentatively approved the funding recommendation for the 2021-2022
CDBG and HOME program subject to a review of public comments to be heard at the June 2021
meeting.
June Meeting:
The Committee motioned to ratify and approve the 2021 CDBG/HOME Request for Proposal
recommendations.
FUTURE ACTIVITIES: JULY 2021— December 2021
• AHAC will continue to serve as part of the Citizen Participation process regarding Office of
Housing and Community Services actions.
• AHAC will have further presentations from City Departments to explore incentives on
affordable/ workforce housing.
• AHAC will explore other Municipalities' initiatives to potentially motion the City Commission
to expand workforce/ affordable within the City.
• AHAC will explore legislative updates regarding workforce and affordable housing to assess
applicability for the City.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS: January 2021- June 2021
The Committee has provided valuable input on the 2021 Action Plan, as well as provided insight
into the needs of the community.
Within the last 6 months, there has been consistent quorum in the meetings.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
Animal Welfare Committee
CHAIRPERSON:
Linda Diamond
CITY LIAISON:
Elias Gonzalez
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD:
6
ACTIVITY:
January:
Discussed reduced parking for Registered Feeders. Was $1/per hour, escalated to $6 (or $20 non
resident) (46th St by Eden Roc)
February:
Discussed lack of no fishing signs by the bay and committees requested update on process for
increasing amount of cat feeding stations in Allison Park
March:
Discussed reissuing motion to allow Code Compliance to apply fines/fees to individuals feeding
cats during TNVR events with TNVR Event signage
April:
Discussion on spaying neutering tax:
Source of potential income to fund programs in the City. Also has the effect of promoting spaying/neutering pets.
Instructed liaison to find whose jurisdiction such a tax would fall under, and if it already exists
May.
Update on the Kitty Campus - resolution allowing for the lease agreement negotiation was on 4/21 agenda/the
committee discussed ideas for funding streams for the Kitty Campus
June:
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Discussed:
a. COVID Impact on TNVR
b. Revisit the TNVR Manager FTE!
c. Potentially Change the Code to allow for people to post missing pet signs
Sec. 82-412. - Posting of signs on utility company property or public property
prohibited; enforcement; fines; appeal.
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FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
The committee aims to focus on revisiting the creating of a City of Miami Beach TNVR coordinator
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position, revenue streams for the Kitty Campus, and explore the impact of COVID-19 on the stray
cat population.
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ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
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January:
Worked with parking department to ensure identified feeders were provided with reduced parking
when conducting feeding and TNVR activities.
February:
Worked with Parks Department on compromise that, while not increasing the number of feeding
stations in Allison Park, improved the stations already there.
March:
Reissued LTC on TNVR signage and fined for unregistered feeders feeding during these events.
April:
Committee on supporting the passage of the Kitty Campus.
May:
Committee began preparing TNVR Coordinator LTC to be reissued
June:
Lack Reissued LTC asking the City Commission to consider the creation of a TNVR Coordinator
position.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: Art in Public Places
CHAIRPERSON: Marcella Novella
CITY LIAISON: Brandi Reddick & Joshua Carden
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD: 6
ACTIVITY:
Art in Public Places is a City of Miami Beach program for curating and commissioning public art. The
program was created in 1984, with its ordinance adopted in 1995. The program allocates funds totaling 2%
of hard costs for City Projects and joint private/public Projects. Appointed by the City Commission, the
AiPP Committee's seven members serve in an advisory capacity to the Mayor and City Commission.
Artworks commissioned by the City of Miami Beach Art in Public Places should add value to the public art
collection, attract international attention and celebrate the diversity and heritage of Miami Beach.
Proiects Completed:
• Ebony G. Patterson, ...as the garden secrets a swarm of monarchs feast. ..a john crow awaits a
carcass' fall while scavengers gather to feast below, as we dig between the cuts ... below the
leaves... beneath the soil, (2019)—Installed at the Miami Beach Convention Center
• Sanford Biggers, Somethin' Close to Nothin' (2019)—Installed at the Miami Beach Convention
Center
• Miami Beach, Open House- A Temporary Public Art Initiative
Miami Beach, Open House activated vacant spaces in Miami Beach commercial districts by
attracting, retaining and supporting the revitalization of our artistic community. Privately owned
vacant spaces served as free workspaces, studios, exhibition space and communal areas that
encourage dialogue and collaboration. In partnership with participating property owners, Open
House provided the space and support necessary for peer to peer collaborations to emerge and
breed new art forms that benefited the City's entire artistic community. Open House provided free
space and financial support to qualifying artists and non-profit cultural organizations. A stipend of
$2,500 accompanied each residency to cover anticipated costs. After receiving 323 applications, 71
artists were selected to participate in the program. The program launched January 21, 2021 to
correlate with the monthly Culture Crawl.
Maintenance and Conservation:
• Ongoing Maintenance Kevin Arrow, Beatles Mandala (Amor + Love) (2014)
• Ongoing Maintenance and Repair Sarah Morris, Morris Lapidus (2019)
• Finalizing Completion of Elmgreen & Dragset, Bent Pool (2020)
• Maintenance and Restoration, Franz Ackermann, About Sand (2019) -COMPLETED
• Maintenance and Restoration of Tobias Rehberger, eloquent gate south pointe park pier (2014) -
COMPLETED
• Maintenance and Restoration of Joseph Kosuth, Located World (2019) -COMPLETED
• Maintenance and Restoration of Tobias Rehberger, obstinate lighthouse (2011) -Slated to begin in
October 2021
FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
• Implementation of Public Art for G.O. Bond Funded City Capital Construction Projects
• Implementation of Public Art for Miami Beach Convention Center Hotel Project
• Implementation of No Vacancy: A Contemporary Art Happening 2021 throughout the City
• Installation of Amoako Boafo, Cobalt Blue Earring (2019) at the Miami Beach Convention Center
• Assistance with Jack Stewart, Apollo, mosaic, proposed donation from The Aman Group
Installation of Mark Handforth's Snow White at Canopy Park
The developers of the 500 Alton Road project, which sits at one of the gateways to Miami Beach, have
begun construction on an adjacent 3 -acre public park. The AiPP Committee secured the addition of a
significant work by Mark Handforth, Snow White, to be incorporated into the City's AiPP Collection,
exceeding the 2% AiPP allocation requirement.
The Reefline
In November 2020, the AiPP Committee voted unanimously in support of the Reefline project. The
Reefline is an underwater collection of commissioned public art that will serve as an artificial coral reef off
of the coast of Miami Beach as well as an ecological and cultural tourism attraction.
O Miami AiPP Water Tank Poetry Commission at Miami Beach Senior High
The AiPP Committee voted unanimously in support of a collaboration with O, Miami to commission a site-
specific poetry piece to be painted on the Miami Beach Senior High School's water tanks. This
collaboration will materialize through poetry workshops conducted by O, Miami with MBSH students and
teachers.
Carlos Betancourt, Realms of Charms
Incorporating a surplus from the FY20/21 Culture Crawl budget, due to Covid-19, Carlos Betancourt will
create a hanging art installation on Espanola Way titled Realms of Charms to coincide with the FY21/22
launch of Culture Crawl in October.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
Continued Art Basel Legacy Purchase Program
The Legacy Purchase Program is made possible from the Miami Beach Convention Center's Art in Public
Places contingency fund. This fund is dedicated to the purchase of public art, that includes the purchase
and future maintenance of the artwork. All acquisitions fall under the city's AiPP ordinance and guidelines.
In 2020, the Legacy Purchase Program was able to purchase a work by Sanford Biggers, Somethin' Close
to Nothin', by a Miami based gallery at the AiPP Committee's direction. The Legacy Purchase Program
invites the public to vote on a piece of art to be incorporated into the City's AiPP Collection. After 690
votes, the work by Sanford Biggers garnered 417 votes.
Partnered with Studio Olafur Eliasson to Launch Earth Speakr in the US
Earth Speakr is created by Olafur Eliasson with his studio, kids, creative partners, and a group of
researchers and experts, and is funded by the Federal Foreign Office on the occasion of the German
Presidency of the Council of the European Union 2020 and realized in cooperation with the Goethe -Institut.
Earth Speakr is an interactive, augmented reality, artwork by artist Olafur Eliasson that amplifies kids'
views on the future wellbeing of the planet. The artwork invites adults and today's decision -makers,
change -makers, and global leaders to listen to what kids have to say.
Created a Network of Public Art throughout Miami Beach with the Art Outside Program
Art Outside is a public art exhibition initiated by The Bass that offers residents and visitors the opportunity
to see and experience a network of public artworks throughout Miami Beach. This program also resulted in
15 temporary public art works exhibited throughout the City, including Miami Beach City Hall.
Increased Insurance Coverage of AiPP Collection by $15M+
With the addition of the MBCC artworks, the Legacy Purchase Program pieces, and an increased valuation
of the AiPP Collection as a whole, the collections' value increased by more than $15M since the previous
Fine Art Policy was underwritten.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
Audit Committee
CHAIRPERSON:
Ronald Starkman
CITY LIAISON:
Mark Coolidge
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD:
One: 04/27/2021
ACTIVITY:
April 27, 2021 Meeting:
1. Approval of the December 15, 2020 meeting minutes
2. Internal Audit Division's Status Report Discussion
3. Completed Internal Audit Findings Discussion
4. Palm and Hibiscus Island Presentation
5. General Obligation Bonds Project Update
FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
• Discussion of Internal Audit Division's Status Report
• Discussion of Issued Audit Reports and their findings since the prior Audit Committee
meeting
• Presentation by RSM US LLP of the City's Comprehensive Annual Financial Report results
• Status of Building Department Analysis
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ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
Discussion concerning the Palm and Hibiscus Island project concerning the mistakes made, and some
of the options available to prevent similar mistakes from reoccurring on other future projects.
Updates on the G.O. Bond project and discussions held concerning anticipated future funding gaps and
project scheduling.
The Audit Committee member's continued concerns regarding the Building Department's permitting
process contributed to OIG staffs participation in a series of meetings with the Information Technology
and Building Departments to review the Customer Service System portal, interactive voice response,
Cisco Automatic Call Distribution, etc. Once the agreed-upon changes are implemented by the City,
residents and businesses are expected to receive such benefits as better access to staff, quicker
responses to questions raised, and permits issued sooner thereby allowing the desired construction to
start/end earlier.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
Black Affairs Advisory Committee
CHAIRPERSON:
Glendon Hall
CITY LIAISON:
Heather Shaw
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD:
7
ACTIVITY:
February 23, 2021 Meeting
• First meeting
• Sunshine Act review and discussion
• Nomination of Chair Glendon Hall and Vice -Chair Gregory Branch
• Agreed to meet monthly on the third Tuesday of the month at 10 AM.
• Presentations by:
o Police Department
o Tourism & Culture
o Economic Development
• Discussed setting priorities for the year.
March 16, 2021 Meeting
• Approved BAAC Minutes from February 23, 2021 meeting.
• Introduction and Brief Remarks:
o Retha Boone -Fye, Director of Miami -Dade County Black Affairs Advisory Board
■ Potential collaborations and leveraging resources.
o Alex Denis, Director of Miami Beach Procurement
■ Discussed opportunities for Small Business Enterprises and Disadvantage Business
Enterprises.
o Connie Kinnard, VP of Multicultural Tourism & Development — GMCVB
■ Discussed the American Black Film Festival and the Art of Black Miami
Discussion to host a special meeting to discuss Spring Break and Memorial Day Weekend.
Discuss BAAC Priorities:
o Programming/Events
o Public Safety
o Economic/Business Development
o Communications/Culture
o Tourism
o Stakeholder Engagement
Motioned to recommend the City support the American Black Film Festival and Art of Black Miami
and the support should include, but not be limited to, financial, marketing, promotion, messaging
and communications.
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• Motioned to recommend the City engage and discuss, with the BAAC, issues involving high impact
weekends, with respect to cultural programming and communication.
March 30, 2021 Special Meetinq
• Approved BAAC minutes from March 16, 2021
• Motioned to empower the BAAC Chair to meet with the Mayor and Commissioners, to discuss the
findings by the BAAC, on behalf of the BAAC, related to Miami Beach high impact periods.
• Members listed issues, concerns and recommendation about Spring Break including:
o Parking; Hotels and Short Term Rentals (STR); City and Miami -Dade County Programming;
Traffic; Zoning; Communications; Collaboration; Excessive Noise; Sensitivity Training;
Increased Sanitation; and Recruitment of more Goodwill Ambassadors..
April 20, 2021 Meetinq
• Approved BAAC minutes from March 30, 2021 meeting
• Introductions and Brief Remarks
o Paul Thomas, Chair of the City of Miami Beach LGBTQ Committee
o Gabriel Paez, Chair of the City of Miami Beach Hispanic Affairs Committee
• Discussed:
o Memorial Day Weekend
o BAAC Priorities
o Florida House Bill 1 (HB1) 2021 "Combating Public Disorder"— Florida Rep. Michael Grieco
May 4, 2021 Meetinq
• Approved BAAC minutes from April 30, 2021 meeting
• Memorial Day Weekend Discussion
o Communications Plans — CMB Communications Team
o Programming
■ Miami Beach
■ Greater Miami Beach
o Goodwill Ambassadors
May 18, 2021 Meetinq
• Approved BAAC minutes from May 4, 2021 meeting
• Miami Beach Profile — Rickelle Williams, Economic Development
• Discussion on Art Deco Cultural District
• BAAC Priorities Update Discussion
• Programming Update by Miami Beach and GMCVB
• Discussed Youth Commission activities with MB Public Schools
• Motion to make a concerted effort to promote the Juneteenth programming to Black and Caribbean
media outlets and highlight Juneteenth events as City of Miami Beach initiatives.
• Motion to endorse the Miami Beach Youth Commission #MBHistory series and support the inclusion
of the series in the City of Miami Beach school curriculum.
• Motion to support aligning with organizations in Miami Dade County to register and increase the
number of Small Business Enterprises and/or Disadvantage Business Enterprises a priority.
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• Motion to develop a SBE and/or DBE contractor/mentor/protege program, under the same structure
as defined in the successful Public Health Trust Jackson Health Systems RFP, to provide protege
management level experience for future City of Miami Beach RFPs.
• Motion to support the Miami Beach Inspector General proactively monitoring and tracking SBE and
DBE utilization and participation in City of Miami Beach procurements.
June 15, 2021 Meeting
• Approved BAAC minutes from May 18, 2021 meeting
• Miami Beach Profile — Joseph Centorino, Inspector General
• Motion to support recommendations made by Goodwill Ambassadors on ways to improve the
program and have a direct impact on Spring Break and Memorial Day Weekend.
FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
1. Programming/Events
2. Public Safety
3. Economics/Business Development
1. Procurement
1. Access, equity, and increased procurement opportunities.
2. DEI Issues
1. Review of Miami Dade Does the economic disparity study and impact on Miami
Beach.
• The 2014 Miami Dade Disparity Study which details the historical
disproportional & unequal distribution of contracts to SBEs and also
proposed multiple remedies that could be recommended into our current
procurement process, examples include:
o Mentor -Protege Programs to foster relationships between established
prime contractors and Micro/SBEs.
o Bonding and Financial Assistance Programs for SBEs
o Small Contracts Rotation Rotational programs that would limit
competition to businesses from the statistically significant
underutilized groups and others certified as SBEs.
2. Identifying Miami Beach SBEs and tracking utilization.
3. How SBEs navigate MB and can collaborate with the MB.
4. Collaborate with MB business organizations to highlight SBEs e.g., DBE
certifications.
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4. Communications/Culture
1. increase political participation and diversity in the City of Miami Beach Government
(Candidates and Commissioners).
2. open, inclusive and transformational dialogues about Miami Beach's history (real and
perceived) of exclusion and it not being an open and welcoming place for all people.
3. memorialize black contributions/history in the community.
4. request a listening session with sister committee Miami -Dade County Black Affairs Advisory
Board to explore lessons learned and advice.
5. Consider what documents, press and previous initiatives we should review as we start our
process. What previous initiatives have the Miami Beach Convention and Visitors Bureau
undertaken? Is there a similar committee within the Bureau or Chamber of Commerce?'
6. Participation of local artists of color in the MB art and culture branding.
5. Tourism
1. How can Miami Beach be more appealing to the Black professional travel market?
2. What is our role/our voice in the "tourism" discussion?
6. Stakeholder Engagement:
1. Collaborate and leverage Miami Dade County DEI Office to understand how they plan to
close racial gaps with respect to how the MDC conducts business and if/when MDC will update
the 2014 disparity study.
2. The South Florida Black Prosperity Alliance, launched on February 11, brings together
community organizations, faith -based groups, and politicians across the three counties for their
mission. The focus is on several areas including community and culture, jobs and wealth,
education, health, and justice.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
• Funding for the American Black Film Festival is being discussed.
• Suggestions for Spring Break and Memorial Day were discussed and received well. Members joined
the Administration for community engagement.
• Memorial Day Beach Clean-up Event
• Collaborations with Miami -Dade County under discussion.
• Participation in Miami Beach Juneteenth activations.
• Assisted Communications department identify Black and Caribbean media outlets.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
CHAIRPERSON:
CITY LIAISON:
DATE OF REPORT: JAN 2021— JUN 2021
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
RICHARD SEGAL
STEVEN WILLIAMS
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD DURING THIS REPORTING PERIOD:
MEETING AGENDA
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5
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2
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4
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11
11
Note: Some totals may not match due to some items being removed from the Agenda at the last minute, or items that are partially
approved and also continued.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
Budget Advisory Committee
CHAIRPERSON:
Mojdeh Khaghan
CITY LIAISON:
John Woodruff
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD:
7
ACTIVITY:
01/12/2021 Meeting Agenda:
• Vote a Chair
• Topics for 2021
• Review of Florida Sunshine Law
• G.O. Bond Update
02/09/2021 Meeting Agenda:
• OIG Update
• Pension Investment Assumptions & Actuarial Impacts
• Collective Bargaining Update
03/16/2021 Meeting Agenda:
• Property Management Department
• Fleet Management Division
• Information Technology Department
04/06/2021 Meeting Agenda:
• Parks and Recreation Department
• Parking Department
04/20/2021 Meeting Agenda:
• Police Department
• HR/Risk Management/Medical and Dental Department
05/11/2021 Meeting Agenda:
• Fire Department
• Public Works Department (Enterprise Funds)
06/11/2021 Meeting Agenda:
• Prep for FERC 1 st Budget Briefing Meeting (June 18, 202 1)
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FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
•
Committee briefing for 2�1 and 3" FERC Budget Briefing Meetings
•
Proposed Budget -1 st Public Hearing
•
Greater Miami Convention Visitors Bureau (GMCVB)
•
Convention Center Operational/Booking Projections Update
•
Building Department
•
Transportation Department
•
TCD
•
Marketing and Communications Department
•
Environmental Management
•
Grants and Interdepartmental Affairs
ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
•
Review of Florida Public Records and Sunshine Laws
•
By Acclamation, Mojdeh Khaghan was elected as the Chair of the Budget Advisory Committee and
John Bowes as Vice -Chair of the Budget Advisory Committee, as well as Ex -Officio for the G.O. Bond
Oversight Committee
G.O.
Bond Update:
The following
was discussed:
•
Program Milestones
•
Management Principles
•
G.O. Bond Website
•
Program Schedule and Funding
•
Project Activity
•
Total Savings to Date
•
Completed Projects
•
Improvements in Progress
•
Revised Implementation Plan
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Pension Investment Assumptions & Actuarial Impacts:
The following was reviewed and discussed:
• Review of Assets
Funds Asset Allocation
• Performance Summaries
• Current Investments Return Assumptions
• Estimate Effects Investment Return
• Cumulative Performance Results
• Actual and Target Allocations
• 10 -Year Projections of Required City Contributions
Fire and Police Pension Fund:
The following was reviewed and discussed:
• Current Investment Return Assumptions
• Investment Return Assumptions
• Key Funding Matrix
• Funded Ratio
• Actuarial Validation
• 20 -Year Projections of Required City Contribution
• Asset Allocation, Performance, and Compliance
Office of Inspector General Update:
The following was discussed:
• Nature and Functions of the Office of Inspector General and Internal Audit
• General Contract Investigations
• Criminal and Ethics Investigations
• G.O. Bond Projects
Property and Fleet Management Department:
The following were reviewed and discussed:
• Department's Description
• Funding Sources
• Strategic Alignment
• Fleet Management Department's Merger with the Property Management Department
• Significant Accomplishments, including the Department's COVID-19 responses
• Department's Challenges
• Department's Future Outlook
• Department's FY 2022 Preliminary Budget and Variances from Prior Year's Budget
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Information Technology:
The following were reviewed and discussed:
• Department's Description
• Significant Accomplishments, including Department's Support to City Operations during COVID-19
• Department's Challenges
• Cyber Network Security Strategies
• Department's Future Outlook
• Department's FY 2022 Preliminary Budget and Variances from Prior Year's Budget
Parking Department:
The following were reviewed and discussed:
• Department's Description
• Major Program and Functions
• COVID-19 Impacts
• Recent Changes and upgrades to the pay stations
• Department's Enhancements Request
• Department's Challenges
Parks and Recreation Department:
The following were reviewed and discussed:
• Department's Description
• Department's Major Programs and Functions
• COVID-19 Impact
• Department's Challenges
• Zero Based Budget Exercise
• Department's Future Outlook
Human Resources Department:
The following were reviewed and discussed:
• Workers Compensation
• Risk Management and Benefits Divisions
• COVID-191mpact
• Risk Management Information System (RMIS)
• Claims and Case Reserves
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Police Department:
The following were reviewed and discussed:
• Department's Description
• Department's Major Programs and Functions
• COVID-19 Impact
• Department's Staffing Plan
• Department's Challenges
• Real Time Crime Center
• Department's future Outlook
Fire Department:
The following were reviewed and discussed:
• Department's Overview
• COVID-19 Impact
• Department's Revenue and Expenditure Trends
• Department's Position Overview
• Department's Performance Indicators
Public Works Department:
The following were reviewed and discussed:
• Department's Overview
• Department's Major Programs and Functions
• COVID-19 Impact
• Department's Revenue and Expenditure Trends
• Department's Challenges
• Department's Future Outlook
• Critical Capital Needs
• FY 2022 Preliminary budget and variance explanations
FY 2022 Commission Budget Workshop
The following was discussed:
• Current Service Level Budget
• FY 2022 Preliminary General Fund Budget Assumptions
• Parking Fund Transfers to General Fund
• Proposed use of City Center RDA Funds
• Preliminary FY 2022 Property Value
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• COVID vs. NON-COVID Budget Gap
• Resort Tax Summary
• Police Initiatives
FY 2022 Preliminary Capital Budd
The following was discussed:
• Capital Improvement Plan and Funding
• Budget Adoption Timeline
• Recommended Projects
• Resiliency Fund Commitments
• Capital Budget Gap
• Capital Project Funding Options
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Jan 2021
Motion 1
Made by Beverly Heller
Second by Rachel Weissman
The Committee for Quality Education urges the Mayor and City Commission to request Miami -Dade County
Public Schools and the Florida Department of Education waive student standardized testing for the 2020-21
school year and not require make-up testing for the following reasons:
• Keeps students learning through May
• COVID safety issues
• Displacement of teachers
• Curriculum continuity
• Loss of learning due to extended testing period
The Committee for Quality Education urges the Mayor and Commission to support the above request.
Motion Passage: Votes 12-1 (T. Heckler)
Motion 2
Made by Beverly Heller
Second by Judith Berson -Levinson
The Committee for Quality Education requests the Mayor and City Commission support Miami -Dade County
Public Schools' initiative to prioritize teachers and school personnel and categorize them as essential workers
so they receive the COVID vaccination immediately.
The Committee for Quality Education urges the Mayor and Commission to support the above request.
Motion Passage: Votes 13-0
Motion 3
Made by Beverly Heller
Second by Rachel Weissman
The Committee for Quality Education urges the Mayor and City Commission to market the attributes of the
public schools in Miami Beach with a focus on City funded enhancements and develop virtual school tours.
The Committee for Quality Education urges the Mayor and Commission to support the above request.
Motion Passage: Votes 13-0
Feb 2021
Motion 1
Made by Beverly Heller
Second by Rachel Weissman
The Committee for Quality Education requests the Mayor and City Commission follow-up on Resolution No.
2020-31503 to ensure funds allocated to Nautilus Middle School at $20,000, were utilized in the school as
intended per terms of the resolution.
The Committee for Quality Education urges the Mayor and Commission to support the above request.
Motion Passage: Votes 11-0
March 2021
Motion #1
Made by Beverly Heller
Second by Judith Berson -Levinson
The Committee for Quality Education requests the Mayor and City Commission recognize the positive impact
our educational enhancements have on our youth and community and request to continue to fund and
support all educational enhancements on Miami Beach for the next school year.
The Committee for Quality Education urges the Mayor and Commission to support the above request.
Motion Passage: Votes 11-0
Motion #2
Made by Mary Keinath
Second by Beverly Heller
The Committee for Quality Education requests the Mayor and City Commission reinstate the incentive
program to recruit residents of Miami Beach to become substitute teachers for Miami Beach public schools
and offer them an incentive such as a citywide parking permit or funding of the cost to attain a substitute
teacher certification.
The Committee for Quality Education urges the Mayor and Commission to support the above request.
Motion Passage: Votes 11-0
May 2021
Motion #1
Made by Elisheva Rogoff
Second by Beverly Heller
The Committee for Quality Education request the Mayor and City Commission continue to fund a City of
Miami Beach police officer full-timw during school hours at Miami Beach Senior High School and another
Miami Beach police officer full-time during school hours at Miami Beach Nautilus Middle School in addition to
the Miami -Dade County Public School police officer and that the other four public Miami Beach schools have
at least a half-time City of Miami Beach police officer presence in addition to the Miami -Dade County Public
School officers.
The Committee for Quality Education urges the Mayor and Commission to support the above request.
Motion Passage: Votes 8-1 (Karen Edelstein)
Absent for vote - Joshua Levy and Yvette Tache
Motion #2
Made by Elisheva Rogoff
Second by Beverly Heller
The Committee for Quality Education request the Mayor and City Commission provide support with Miami
Beach traffic around all six Miami Beach public schools at drop-off and pick-up times at each school the first
few weeks of the 2021-2022 school year.
The Committee for Quality Education urges the Mayor and Commission to support the above request.
Motion Passage: Votes 9-0
Absent for vote - Joshua Levy and Yvette Tache
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
Committee on the Homeless
CHAIRPERSON:
Lori Bakkum
CITY LIAISON:
Maria Ruiz
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD:
5
ACTIVITY:
The Committee meets virtually the second Tuesday of each month at 4:30pm. The following topics
were addressed this reporting period:
• COVID 19 Services and Community Impacts
• Renewal funding for the Lazarus Program with service scope, as amended, to address
mental illness among the City's homeless population
• Police efforts to address homelessness
• Homeless Outreach Team efforts to address homelessness
• The Committee reviewed 911 call center protocol for incoming calls for service involving
homeless persons and hosted the Fire Department Chief to review these processes
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FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
The Committee anticipates addressing the following issues in the coming months:
• Safeguarding COVID-19 responses to ensure community safety
• Securing ongoing funding for Lazarus Program/mental health services for our community's
vulnerable and exploring additional tools and strategies to better serve people with mental
illness and addiction issues
• Providing support for ongoing Police efforts to address homelessness from a law
enforcement perspective
• Providing support for ongoing Homeless Outreach Team efforts to address homelessness
from a human services perspective
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ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
The Committee has:
• Forwarded multiple resolutions of support for the Lazarus Program to the Mayor and
Commission (January 13 and February 9)
• Invited area residents and business owners to share their concerns regarding homelessness'
impact
• Explored the City's role within the Continuum of Care
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
Convention Center Advisory Board
CHAIRPERSON:
Larry Herrup
CITY LIAISON:
Heather Shaw
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD:
3
ACTIVITY:
January 12, 2021 Meeting
• Approved CCAB Minutes from December 1, 2020 meeting.
• Discussed COVID-19 impact:
o Status of MBCC sales:
■ Miami Beach Condo & HOA, Original Miami Beach Antique Show, Jeweler's
International Showcase
■ College Football Playoff Championship scaled down programming footprint.
o CARES Act program for venues.
o Citywide events:
■ SOBEWFF & Air & Sea potential postponements.
• GMCVB hosted several small FAM trips.
• Spectra sales presented a short-term sales packet.
• Centerplate DeliverLean program provided 1.4 million meals through mid-December of 2020.
• Carl Fisher Clubhouse construction continues.
• Destination Advisory Board to host meeting in MBCC in April.
• GMCVB to host 211 edition of "Conversation with Our Customers" webinar.
March 9, 2021 Special Meeting
• Approved CCAB Minutes from January 12, 2021 meeting.
• Status of Convention Center Hotel
• Terra Group presentation on the Convention Center Hotel
• New member Joe Saunders introduced.
April 6, 2021 Meeting
• Approved CCAB Minutes from March 9, 2021 meeting.
• GMCVB presents 2020/21 Tourism Recovery Programs: Tourism Recovery Campaign, Remote
Work / Learn, Weather Triggered Retargeting, Travel Responsibly & Updates, Destination Weddings,
Heath & Wellness Months.
• GMCVB provides update on FIFA World Cup. The GMCVB submitted a proposal to partner with the
Hard Rock Stadium, and they are working on hosting the World Cup in 2026.
• Motion to support Amendment No. 3 to the agreement between the City and Centerplate for catering
concession services at the Miami Beach Convention Center, which extends the term of the
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agreement between the City and Centerplate for catering concession at the Miami Beach Convention
Center for four (4) years, ending on September 30, 2026, restructures the financial terms of the
agreement, and expands the scope of services of the agreement to include catering and concession
services for the Carl Fisher Clubhouse and annex buildings before the April 27, 2021 Miami Beach
Planning Board; authorizing the Chair of the CCAB to attend the Miami Beach Planning Board
meeting on behalf of CCAB to express CCAB support of Amendment No. 3; and upon Planning Board
approval of Amendment No. 3, authorize the Chair of the CCAB to attend the Miami Beach City
Commission meeting, on behalf of the CCAB, to support the City Commission approval of
Amendment No. 3.
FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
• Support of the Convention Center Hotel
ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
• Support of Amendment No. 3 of the Centerplate agreement with the City to manage the food and
beverage services in the Carl Fisher Clubhouse and Annex.
• Support of Amendment No. 4 of the Spectra agreement with the City to expand scope of services to
include the management and operations of Pride Park, Collins Canal Park and the Carl Fisher
Clubhouse and Annex.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
Cultural Arts Council (CAC)
CHAIRPERSON:
Laurence Moser
CITY LIAISON:
Brandi Reddick
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD:
6
ACTIVITY:
The Cultural Arts Council (CAC) distributes $850,000 through an estimated 15 anchor grants and
40 cultural presenter grants each season. This division also serves as the primary liaison to the
City's sixteen anchor cultural institutions, including The Bass, The Wolfsonian, Miami New Drama
at the Colony Theater, and New World Symphony, among others.
FY 20/21 and FY21/22 Cultural Arts Council Grants Program
• Issued grant contracts for FY 20/21 Cultural Anchors and Cultural Presenters (52)
• Monitored contracts for FY 20/21 grants recipients (52)
• Processed first half grant payments FY 20/21
• Processed final reports for grant closeouts FY 19/20
• Monitored performance of contracted grantees
• Drafted and distributed grant guidelines for FY 21/22 grant programs to Cultural Anchors and
Presenters. Applications for FY 21/22 grants were made available on January 11, 2021
• Received 56 grant applications, grant review and scoring took place April -June 2021
• Recommended funding for cultural grant applicants for FY 21/22
• Continue to refine new online grants system GoSmart
COVID-19 Emergency Relief Grant
$1 M of the Cultural Arts Council Fund Balance was allocated for emergency relief assistance
to Cultural Anchors
• The new grant program was announced in May 2020
• Thirteen applications were submitted with funding requests ranging from $50,000 to
$100,000
• Grant contracts were issued in September 2020 and Final Reports were due in March 2021
• Final reports are being reviewed and processed for COVID-19 Emergency Relief grant
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Arts Education Programs
Continue to work with Arts for Learning/Miami to provide arts education programming for Miami
Beach, which shifted to virtual programming in March 2020. On an annual basis, this program
serves over 1,000 children and youth in our community with after school arts educations
programs.
• Arts for Learning/Miami, Inc. will provide 35 virtual after-school courses across six Miami
Beach locations including Biscayne Elementary School, Flamingo Park, Feinberg Fisher K-
8, North Beach Elementary, Scott Rakow Youth Center and South Pointe Elementary
School.
Marketing and Promotions
• Continued to promote Miami Beach cultural events through weekly updates on website and
accompanying advertising campaign, and e -blast. Consistently manage an updated, more
integrated Culture Calendar on the www.mbartsandculture.org website.
• Marketing materials were converted to "Virtual Culture" experiences beginning in March
2020. We continue to promote this platform along with in person events that are taking place.
Communitv Benefit Waiver Fund Requests
The CAC reviewed and recommended Community Benefit Fund Fee Waivers and SoundScape
waiver requests from January -June 2021. The CAC is responsible for the oversight of the
following:
Community Benefit Fund Fee Waivers for the Fillmore Miami Beach (12)
All Artistic Disciplines
The Cultural Arts Council may issue up to 12 rental waivers per calendar year to qualified non-
profit organizations for use of the Fillmore Miami Beach at the Jackie Gleason Theater.
Communitv Benefit Fund Fee Waivers for Theater at the Fillmore Miami Beach (12)
Community Benefit Fund Fee Waivers specifically for live theater at the Fillmore Miami Beach.
The Cultural Arts Council may issue up to 12 rental waivers per calendar year to qualified non-
profit organizations for use of the Fillmore Miami Beach at the Jackie Gleason Theater.
Community Benefit Fund Fee Waivers for Theater at the Colony Theater (12)
Community Benefit Fund Fee Waivers specifically for live theater at the Colony. The Cultural Arts
Council may issue up to 12 rental waivers per calendar year to qualified non-profit organizations
for use of the Colony Theater.
Community Benefit Fund for North Beach Bandshell (12)
All Artistic Disciplines
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The Cultural Arts Council may issue up to 12 rental waivers per calendar year to qualified non-
profit organizations for use of the North Beach Bandshell.
Rent Waiver Program for Soundscape Wall (10)
The Cultural Arts Council may issue up to 10 grants annually for the use of the Soundscape
projection wall and sound system to qualified non-profit organizations. (Restrictions Apply).
Soundscape Wall Cinema Series
The Cultural Arts Council worked collaboratively with New World Symphony to curate the 2020-21
Soundscape Wall Cinema Series. This program provides free movies at Soundscape Park each
Wednesday, beginning October 2020 through May 2021.
Management Agreements
Cultural Affairs oversees the management agreements with both The Bass, and the Miami New
Drama, working closely to ensure financial and lease agreement obligations are met.
Miami New Drama at the Colony Theatre
For the third consecutive year, Miami New Drama (MND) was awarded a grant of $150,000
from the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation to commission a new work based on
Edwidge Danticat's Create Dangerously, directed by Lileana Blain -Cruz. The $150,000
award was the largest grant awarded through the Knight New Work Miami initiative.
Additionally, the Knight Foundation awarded Miami New Drama a Capacity Building grant of
$750,000 over the next five years. Miami New Drama also secured a $50,000 award from
the Jorge M. Perez Family Foundation at the Miami Foundation to support its education
initiative to tour a play to public high schools around the County.
In November 2020, Miami New Drama opened 7 Deadly Sins, a new form of socially
distanced theatre that took places in empty storefronts on Lincoln Road. Due to the
popularity, the production was extended through January 2021 and sold over 2,000 tickets.
MasterMiND Youth was launched for in -school and out of school workshops. 10 recorded
lessons were packaged and available for use by Miami -Dade County public schools covering
lessons on acting, Shakespeare, Greek Theatre, choreography, and more.
Miami New Drama will re -open the Colony Theatre to the public in October 2021.
Bass Museum
• Organized and presented major exhibitions including: The Willfulness of Objects, a selection of
newly acquired works from The Bass' collection, Open Storage: Selections from the Collection and
Works on Loan and Art Outside.
• Originated and presented Curator Culture series: Moderated by writer and activist Tom
Healy, Curator Culture presents a series of conversations centered around a universal
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question — what is really worth our time to look at, listen to, touch, taste or talk about? The
series aims to bring together unexpected pairings of artists, engineers, musicians, writers,
chefs, gamers, political activists, art curators, athletes and others who influence the way we
look at and experience the world.
Together with Mayor's office, continued implementation of STEAM PLUS, a city-wide in
school program in collaboration with six Miami Beach arts organizations: Miami City Ballet,
New World Symphony, Wolfsonian, Jewish Museum, and others. The program has been
administered virtually since the onset of the pandemic
Awarded $1.25m grant from Knight Foundation, over five years for new arts commissions.
The first commission opened on March 18, 2021 with a monument in Collins Park by artist
Najja Moon.
The Bass launched a new exhibition of outdoor works, entitled Art Outside. Art Outside Miami
Beach, a public art exhibition initiated by The Bass, in collaboration with Art in Public Places
(AiPP), offers residents and visitors the opportunity to see and experience a network of public
artworks throughout Miami Beach, including works by Elmgreen and Dragset, Joep Van
Lieshout, Abraham Cruzvillegas, Zanele Muholi, Ugo Rondinone, Franz Ackermann, Jim
Drain, Dan Graham, Sylvie Fleury, Lawrence Weiner, Bill Fontana and Susan Philipsz,
among others. The Bass offered small groups curated tours of the exhibition.
FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
FY 21/22 Cultural Arts Council Grants Program
• Monitor performance of contracted grantees
• Draft grant guidelines for FY 22/23 grant programs
• Host annual grantee workshop training in October 2021
• Prepare Cultural Anchors and Presenters grant Guidelines and Applications for FY 22/23
• Review and score FY 21/22 grant applications (April -July 2021)
• Recommend grant funding for FY 21/22 grant applicants, to be presented on July 8, 2021
• Process final report for FY 20/21 grants due on October 15, 2021
Collins Park Rotunda- Postponed to FY22
It is envisioned the Rotunda will be transformed into a small performing arts center that will host
lectures, films, dance, theater and artistic performances. Funding for the Rotunda is being
presented as part of the FY 21/22 Capital Budget process.
Miami Beach Open House
On January 21, 2020, the city launched Miami Beach Open House. A collaboration between the
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Department of Tourism and Culture and Department of Economic Development, Miami Beach Open
House will place artists and non-profit cultural organizations in vacant storefront across Miami
Beach. The open call to artists received 323 applications. A curatorial advisory committee,
comprised of members of the Art in Public Places Committee and Cultural Arts Council, selected
71 applicants to participate. Over the past six months, staff has worked with property owners to pair
the artists with vacant properties throughout the city. Occupancy began in January 2021 and will
continue through Summer 2021.
The Reefline
In November 2020, the CAC Committee voted unanimously in support of the Reefline project. The
Reefline is an underwater collection of commissioned public art that will serve as an artificial coral
reef off of the coast of Miami Beach as well as an ecological and cultural tourism attraction.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
Launch of Cultural Cultural Tourism Program with Miami Beach VCA (FY 20/21)
No Vacancy, Miami Beach
In December 2020, the city produced No Vacancy, Miami Beach, a juried art competition that
celebrated ten (10) artists in ten (10) of Miami Beach's famed hotels. For the inaugural edition of No
Vacancy, $25,000 in prizes were awarded, divided between a $5,000 People's Choice Award and
a $20,000 prize awarded by a jury of art experts. A live and digitally projected performance art
piece, entitled Temporary Occupancy, conceived by Die -Cast at the Betsy Hotel received the
Juror's Award. The People's Choice Award was decided by 3,321 public votes and presented to
the French artist duo Scenocosme, who exhibited Akousmaflore, an interactive installation of live
plants and music, at the Lennox Hotel.
The second reiteration of No Vacancy will take place November 19 -December 9, 2021. In June
2021, the city issued a Call to Artists seeking applicants from professional visual artists. The
deadline for applications is July 16, 2021.
Provided year-round arts programming for residents and visitors (January- June 2021)
• Nonprofit recipients of cultural grants administered by the CAC provide year-round arts
programming for Miami Beach residents and visitors, including music concerts, dance
performances, theater, opera, spoken word, film screenings, art exhibitions, architectural
tours, lectures, workshops and classes. Many of these events are free and open to the
public.
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In collaboration with the Rhythm Foundation, Magic City Opera and Florida Grand Opera at
North Beach Bandshell, a series of five free opera performances were presented.
Culture Crawl
On January 21, 2021, Culture Crawl relaunched with virtual and in person cultural programming.
Culture Crawl is a monthly event, taking place on the Third Thursday of each month, 6-9PM,
October -May. Culture Crawl offers complimentary admission to some of the nation's most
prestigious institutions, with unique and varied programming that changes each month. The
Tourism and Culture department works directly with each cultural institution to help produce specific
programming, including open studios and galleries, outdoor films, live music, exclusive tours, night
gardens, and free trolley service throughout South Beach.
Culture Crawl will resume on October 21, 2021.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
CHAIRPERSON:
CITY LIAISON:
DATE OF REPORT: JUL 2020 - DEC 2020
DESIGN REVIEW BOARD
JAMES BODNAR
MICHAEL BELUSH
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD DURING THIS REPORTING PERIOD: 6
MEETING AGENDA
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4
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17
4
1
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10
1
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10
9
1
MAY
12
7
1
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32
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approved and also continued.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
Disability Access Committee
CHAIRPERSON:
Eddie Sierra
CITY LIAISON:
Valeria Mejia
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD:
ACTIVITY: Advisory Board to the Commission and Administration on disability -related matters
• DAC has actively engaged and discussed multiple issues related to disability and disability
accommodations, and how to best use funds to appropriately comply with ADA guidelines
and accessibility within our municipality.
• Discussions have included Citywide Sidewalk and Curb Ramp improvement project, Public
Works (GO Bond priority moneys) — (On Going)
• On-going discussion to expand beach access with MDC funds, collaborating/participating in
MDC County meetings.
• Discussion of Public Works on Wheelchair Lift Ordinance and Specific ADA device funds for
use of ADA project/service.
• West Ave. Project and ADA compliance.
• On -Going Text to 911 and First Responders handling of hard of hearing and deaf individuals.
• ADA event accessibility
• Initiative — Adopt a Spot
• Florida Department Of Health — Emergency Response
• ADA organizations/resources FAAST
• Self -Driving Vehicles
• Initiative: DAC badge recognition to local private projects related to accessibility — Sabrina
Cohen
• Ongoing discussion of collaboration between Committee members and area schools, to
further educate the population on disability and inclusion.
• On -Going collaboration between parents and ADA students, with active participation from
Committee members and the City.
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FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
• On-going discussion on Convention Center & Park and access for the blind and disabled
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• On-going discussion with first responders and County Emergency Management on how to
interact with individuals with disabilities and residents of Miami Beach.
• On-going collaboration with other community organizations that provide services for
individuals with disabilities.
• On-going appearances and presence within Commission meetings to advocate on behalf of
the disabled community.
• Further support and expand the Beach Access program alongside, state, county and city
partners.
• Further expand our collaboration with CODI and County by having a presence within County
Commission Meetings, DAC members and other stakeholders.
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ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
• Continued on-going efforts on First Responders, Police and Emergency Management.
• Continued on-going efforts on Beach Access Program.
• Chair — Expand our continued collaboration with Committee on Disability Issues (CODI)
• Continued collaboration with Design Review Board and DAC representative as advisory
member
• Continued on-going efforts on having a presence at County and City Commission Meetings.
• DAC continues to make positive strides to ensure a more compliant and accessible
municipality.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
G.O. Bond Oversight Committee
CHAIRPERSON:
Karen Rivo
CITY LIAISON:
Maria Hernandez
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD:
6
ACTIVITY:
The reported G.O. Bond Oversight Committee meetings were held on the following dates in a virtual ZOOM
format which has continued to be an efficient and successful platform for this group: January 21, 2021;
February 18, 2021; March 25, 2021; April 29, 2021; May 20, 2021; and June 18, 2021.
Within this 6 -month period, the G.O. Bond Oversight Committee has said goodbye to 4 outgoing members:
Jeremy Waks, Wendy Squire, Ron Starkman, and Marie Peter. These members have since been replaced
by 4 newly appointed members: Jason Koslowe, Carmen Browne, John Bowes, and Scott Needelman.
During this timeframe staff continues to provide all project updates and progress. New deliverables have
also been created by staff that are now reviewed by the Committee at each meeting as part of the ongoing
review and oversight of the program. These deliverables include:
- A list of commission and committee agenda items that relate to the G.O. Bond Program;
- A one-page summary and tracker of project challenges;
- A Committee motions log that documents all motions made and passed by the Committee.
Key advisory motions made by the Committee are as follows:
- February 18, 2021 — Motion to endorse the G.O. Bond revised Implementation Plan and
realignment and the reconfiguration from 4 to 3 tranches, as presented by Staff. (passed
unanimously)
- March 25, 2021 — Motion to Expeditiously execute the planning, design, and construction of any
voter -approved G.O. Bond project, and as required by City Code and consistent with the City's
Urban Forestry Master Plan proceeding to remove, relocate, or reestablish any palm and/or other
tree, while making every effort, consonant with those projects, the Code and the Urban Forestry
Master Plan, to preserve palms which are iconic to Miami Beach's culture and history. (passed
unanimously)
- March 25, 2021 — Motion to approve the motion as presented by Staff to endorse the amended
G.O. Bond revised Implementation Plan indicating revisions to Projects Nos. 51 & 54 per the
recommendation of Staff. (passed unanimously)
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FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
Now that the COVID-19 pandemic has subsided, staff is back in the office, and the city has resumed in-
person gatherings. Future activities include celebratory groundbreaking and ribbon -cutting ceremony events
for projects starting and completing construction. The first event in 2021 of this kind is expected to take place
in mid-July. The event will celebrate the full completion of the Middle Beach Beachwalk project. Soon after
that, a groundbreaking event for the North Beach Beachwalk project is anticipated.
The G.O. Bond Oversight Committee is not scheduled to meet in August, and the July meeting has been
cancelled, so the remaining scheduled 2021 meeting dates are as follows: September 23, 2021; October 21,
2021; November 18, 2021; and December 16, 2021.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
On April 21, the Mayor and City Commission approved a Revised Implementation Plan for the G.O. Bond
Program, which accepted the recommendations of staff and the G.O. Bond Oversight Committee. The new
plan reduces the total number of bond issuances from four to three, which takes advantage of low market
interest rates to expend more dollars sooner. The revised implementation also advances some project
timelines that were originally scheduled to start in the later years of the G.O. Bond Program. Under the
revised plan, projects such as Ocean Drive, Washington Avenue, and Flamingo Park that were previously
slated for the "future", have become "active" projects that are moving forward with the planning process in
the G.O. Bond Program.
Since the revised implementation plan made changes to project timelines and available dollar amounts, the
Project Dashboard and Progress Report that is located on the G.O. Bond website (www.GOMBInfo.com)
has been updated to reflect all approved adjustments.
A total of 8 projects and 33 Subprojects have been completed to date.
A total of 5 Project Implementation Updates to the Mayor and Commission, sent via LTC.
A positive 1St Quarter report of the Program, from the OIG issued on 4-21-21.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
Hall of Fame Selection Committee
CHAIRPERSON:
Victor M. Diaz, Jr.
CITY LIAISON:
Brandi Reddick
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD:
5
ACTIVITY:
On September 25, 2017, the City Commission adopted Resolution No. 2017-29987 approving the creation
of a Miami Beach Hall of Fame to be located on the South Concourse Wall of the Miami Beach Convention
Center. The Selection Committee was established to review the applications, deliberate, and decide who
deserves the coveted recognition.
To recognize remarkable individuals that have made a lasting and significant impact on Miami Beach over
the years, beginning on July 1, 2020, the City asked the public to nominate deserving individuals for the
Miami Beach Hall of Fame. The application deadline was twice extended, with the final deadline of
November 30, 2020, which resulted in total of six (6) completed applications.
On January 14, 2021 the Hall of Fame Committee held their first meeting and made the following motions:
1. Motion to reopen the nomination process to obtain a more diverse and broader spectrum of the
community and invite a greater opportunity for people of the community to nominate.
2. Motion to seek additional means of disseminating information regarding the nomination process
and seeks a more aggressive and community-based advertising and outreach effort to include local
organizations and standing City Committees that represent different segments of our community.
The Hall of Fame Committee reconvened on January 28, 2021 to discuss the motions noted above.
Following the recommendations of the Hall of Fame Committee, the deadline was extended through March
23, 2021. In addition to the City issued a Hall of Fame press release, dedicated e -blasts and social media
campaigns, which generated 27,000 impressions, staff increased communication efforts to include the
creation of a video that ran on MBTV and was posted on social media, and distributed a postcard
announcing the opportunity electronically and in print. As well, additional e -blasts were sent to all members
of the City's Boards and Committees, as well as neighborhood associations, the Chamber of Commerce,
Dade Heritage Trust and History Miami. All communications were distributed in English and Spanish
On March 30, 2021, the Hall of Fame Committee held their third meeting to discuss the scoring rubric and
review the 2020-21 Hall of Fame Nominees, noted as follows:
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Nominee
Person Submitting Application
1. Muhammad Ali
Raquel Pacheco and Alex Daoud
2. Michael Aller(2018, 2020
Miami Dade Gay and Lesbian Chamber
3. Russell Galbut(2018, 2020
Pamela D. Brumer
4. Dr. Ari J. Ciment
Sharon Budwick
5. Tony Goldman
Office of the Mayor
6. Jorge M. Gonzalez(2018, 2020
Alex J. Fernandez
7. Bob Goodman
Collins Park Nei hborhood Association
8. Leonard Horowitz
Miami Design Preservation League
9. Dr. Solomon S. Lichter
Beverly Heller
10. Norman Litz
Ronni Litz Merkin
11. Liliam Lopez(2018, 2020
Elsa M. Ur uiza
12. George Neary
Linda Borst Koliko and MBVCA
13. Abe Resnick and Family
Hispanic Affairs Committee
14. David Wallack
Gregory Branch
15. Commissioner Ela ne Weisburd
John Elizabeth Aleman
16. Micky Wolfson
Beth Dunlop
17. Marjorie York
Catalyst Miami I Gretchen Beesin
The Hall of Fame Committee recommended previous nominations from the 2018 Hall of Fame would be considered.
Eligible 2018 Hall of Fame nominations were noted as follows:
Nominee
Person Submitting Application
Michael Aller(2018, 2020
Sally Heyman, George Neary, Max Sklar
Ray Breslin
Debi Quade
Sabrina Cohen
Charlotte Libov
Russell Galbut(2018, 2020
Jerry Sokol, Robin Jacobs, Michal Simkins
Barton GoldbergMichael
S. Goldberg
Jorge Gonzalez(2018, 2020
Leslie Swanson
Jerry Libbin
Daniel Diaz
Lilliam Lopez 2018,2020
Miguel Ortiz **
Stephen Muss
Yechiel Ciment
Clark Reynolds
Matti Bower
Harold Rosen
Judie Rosen
Frank Del Vecchio
Herb Frank, Jo Manning
"Ms. Lopez was a member of the 2018 Hall of Fame Committee and withdrew her nomination at that time
On April 26, 2021 the Hall of Fame Committee held their fourth meeting to allow members of the public to
comment on the nominations. Each member of the public was allowed two minutes to speak before the
Committee, which resulted in over an hour of public comment.
On May 13, 2021, the Hall of Fame Committee reconvened to recommend inductees based on total
averages determined from the scoring rubrics, which was due to staff on May 5, 2021. The following
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individuals were recommended: Tony Goldman, Mitchell Wolfson, Jr., Dr. Solomon S. Lichter, Jorge M.
Gonzalez, Michael Aller and Stephen Muss.
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FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
The Hall of Fame was established a permanent way our community can honor its leaders. On a biannual
basis, a Hall of Fame ceremony is held on the South Concourse of the Miami Beach Convention Center to
honor the new inductees. The ceremony will be held in the Fall of 2021- date to be determined. With the
induction of the new members, the Hall of Fame will continue to expand, offering a prominent way visitors
can dive into the history if each inductees career highlights.
A new Hall of Fame Selection Committee will be established in 2022.
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ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
On June 23, 2021, the Mayor and City Commission approved the recommendations of the Miami
Beach Hall of Fame Selection Committee and ratify the induction of Tony Goldman, Mitchell
Wolfson, Jr., Dr. Solomon S. Lichter, Jorge M. Gonzalez, and Michael Aller and Stephen Muss,
who were tied for fifth place, as members of the Miami Beach Hall of Fame.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
Health Advisory Committee
CHAIRPERSON:
Marc Umlas, M.D.
CITY LIAISON:
Sonia Bridges
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD:
3
ACTIVITY:
o The Health Advisory Committee have been discussing various issues regarding the
COVID-19 pandemic including immunization, need of school reopening for children,
non-pharmalogical intervention (use of masks, social distancing and CDC protocols)
both within the City of Miami Beach, Miami -Dade County and their respective work
places which include Mount Sinai Medical Center, Miami Beach Community Health
Center, Jackson Memorial Hospital/UM, and ACLFs.
o Other issues discussed included the silent issue of mental health during the pandemic
especially for children and how they are coping. Early on this year, mental health
facilities for children were overwhelmed and children needing treatment were being
diverted outside of the tri -county area due to the lack of beds at said facilities.
o MBCHC, MSMC, and JMH employees spoke about the immunization campaign and
efforts at their respective workplaces.
o The Health Advisory Committee discussed their roles and responsibilities during the
June meeting. They would like to explore further ways on how they can assist the City
and its community.
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FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
The Committee will continue discussing further ways to assist the City and remind them that they
are available with regards to advice or discussion on current health and medical issues.
The Committee and its members will stay abreast on the COVID-19 pandemic and related issues
to discuss at the next meeting.
HAC Committee Liaison will be reaching out to Emergency Management to have a representative
be present at an upcoming meeting to discuss the pandemic from a DEM standpoint.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
Health Facilities Authority Board
CHAIRPERSON:
Arthur Unger
CITY LIAISON:
Allison Williams
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD:
1
ACTIVITY:
The Health Facilities Authority ("HFA") Board met on February 1St, 2021, and unanimously voted
to approve Mt. Sinai Medical Center's ("MSMC") request to refinance the series 2012 and 2014
bonds and transmitted their recommendation to the City Commission via HFA Resolution 2021-1
for City Commission approval at the February 10, 2021 City Commission Meeting. Resolution
2021-31597 was adopted, approving the issuance and sale of the Authority's refunding bonds.
In reference to the HFA previous intent of donating surplus funds from the Miami Beach Health
Facilities Authority Account to a non-profit human health services organization, the Board
unanimously voted to donate the surplus funds to MSMC for their continuous efforts and
contribution to the community throughout the Covid-19 pandemic. The Board transmitted their
recommendation to the City Commission via HFA Resolution 2021-2 for City Commission
approval at the March 17, 2021 City Commission Meeting. City Resolution 2021-31624 was
adopted, accepting the donation from the HFA to be disbursed to MSMC for use in its on-going
Covid-19 relief efforts.
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FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
The HFA will meet on July 16, 2021 for the issuance of the Health Facilities Authority Board $200
Million Hospital Revenue Bonds for Mt. Sinai Medical Center.
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ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
The HFA passed and adopted HFA Resolution 2021-1 approving the refinancing of the series
2012, and 2014 hospital bonds and requesting that the City Commission accepts their
recommendation. Subsequently, the City Commission passed and adopted Resolution 2021-
31597.
The HFA passed and adopted HFA Resolution 2021-2, approving the donation of surplus funds
from the HFA Account to the City of Miami Beach to be disbursed to MSMC for their continuous
Covid-19 related efforts and requesting that the City Commission accepts their recommendation.
Subsequently, the City Commission passed and adopted Resolution 2021-31624.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
HISPANIC AFFAIRS COMMITTEE
CHAIRPERSON:
GABRIEL PAEZ
CITY LIAISON:
LEONOR HERNANDEZ
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD:
6
ACTIVITIES:
Jose Marti Event — Collins Park
January 28, 2021 11 am
Wreath Laying — No public event due to Covid restrictions.
FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
Simon Bolivar y Las Americas Day Celebration
July 24, 2021 6 PM
Tribute to Colombia
Collins Park by Simon Bolivar Document
September 15 — October 15, 2021
Hispanic Heritage Month Activities:
VIP Honorees Reception and Hispanic Heritage Awards Ceremony, Hispanic Heritage Festival and
Concert
ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
Continued to expand Hispanic Awareness in the City of Miami Beach in an effort to improve the
quality of life of the Hispanic population in the City.
Motioned to require Ethics Training for Board and Committee Members and City Liaisons and
measure was adopted and implemented by City Commission.
Presented Nomination and Nominee Support Letter for 2021 Miami Beach Hall of Fame.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
CHAIRPERSON:
CITY LIAISON:
DATE OF REPORT: Jan 2021 through Jun 2021
HISTORIC PRESERVATION BOARD
JACK FINGLASS
DEBORAH TACKETT
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD DURING THIS REPORTING PERIOD: 6
MEETING AGENDA
DATE ITEMS APPROVED DENIED DISCUSSED CONTINUED WITHDRAWN NO ACTION DEFER
RESOLUTION
Jan
8
4
4
Feb
12
5
5
1
1
Mar
8
2
3
1
1
Apr
9
2
5
1
1
-
-
May
8
4
1
1
2
Jun
11
5
3
2
1
Totals
56
22
17
11
3
1
Note: Some totals may not match due to some items being removed from the Agenda at the last minute, or items that are partially
approved and also continued.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
Human Rights Committee
CHAIRPERSON:
Alan B. Fishman, Esq.
CITY LIAISON:
Lana Hernandez
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD:
As of June 2021 — 6 Meetings
ACTIVITY:
• Review of City's Communication initiatives and publications/plans to engage people on HRC, issues,
events and the Ordinance
• Research on current areas of focus and best practices nationally for cities' RRCs
• Updates/review of human trafficking issues and initiatives
• New focus on homeless rights & programs — outreach to police, Homeless Comm, City mgr, etc
• Priorities on what is being done re mental health & City's lapsed Lazarus program
• Ordinance upgrades, additions — LTCs re hair styles
• LTC re healthcare protections for trans minors
• Outreach / engagement with County Human Rights
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FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
• New focus on homeless rights & programs — outreach to police, Homeless Comm, City mgr,
etc.
• Priorities on what is being done re mental health & City's lapsed Lazarus program
• Continue to provide community outreach/education on Human Rights issues such as human
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ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
• PD obtained the $16,000 for direct victim services for which the Human Rights Committee had
passed a motion and submitted an LTC back in 2020.
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trafficking, LGBT, immigrants (sanctuary cities), homeless, charities.
• Unconscious Bias awareness /education initiative — planning for 31d or 4t1 Q events, publications,
etc.
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ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
• PD obtained the $16,000 for direct victim services for which the Human Rights Committee had
passed a motion and submitted an LTC back in 2020.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
LGBTQ Advisory Committee
CHAIRPERSON:
Paul A. Thomas
CITY LIAISON:
Morgan Goldberg
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD:
6
ACTIVITY:
This committee represents the Miami Beach LGBTQ+ Community.
We assist in providing Igbtq+ content and language for the city's web platforms.
We provide feedback and content for the GMCVB.
We work with our Police Liaison regarding the LGBTQ+ community and policing and safety.
Having a fiscal responsibility to City Hall we make suggestions in funds and funding for the
community.
We have provided various recommendations via LTC's to the Commission including but not limited
to:
Marriage Equality (January Meeting)
Rainbow Flags on two Lifeguard Stands (March Meeting)
Street naming suggestions of Local LGBTQ who have made an impact
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FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
Continuing suggestions for Pride Park for a bust or small monument of a Local LGBTQ Pioneer.
Gaining access to local LGBTQ+ healthcare information.
Gaining access to information for LGBTQ seniors and housing needs.
Diversity and LGBTQ training for MBPD.
Funding for LGBTQ causes.
Work with the Mayor and City Commissioners to increase communication between them and
the Committee.
Continue to advise on Miami Beacg LGBTQ issues.
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ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
The Committee recommended via LTC that the City take action for Marriage Equality Month
initiatives including making the website more user friendly to navigate on obtaining a marriage
license easier and creating an artistic backdrop for couples to get married in front of.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME: Marine & Waterfront Protection Authority
CHAIRPERSON: John Lee
CITY LIAISON: Jackie Caicedo
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD- 6
ACTIVITY:
January 12, 2021
01/12/2021 - Discussion on active environmental projects by Elizabeth Wheaton- Her
discussion began with informing the board about two new ordinances being adopted;
Banning Fertilizer use from June 1 st- November 1 sand the sea wall ordinance, which
codifies the minimum elevation for all new seawalls, and it requires that all seawalls that
are failing must be upgraded.
01/12/2021- Discussion with Marine Patrol Sergeant Sanchez-- provided Marine Patrol
Update; Spring Break begins February 15, 2021; water activity moved west; noise
concerns from water at night; Illegal jet ski operations -4 arrests in December, 2021, and
the Marine patrol will continue proactive searches.
01/12/2021- Discussion of the G.O. Bond dredging project with Ms. Elizabeth Wheaton:
Cummins & Cederberg to begin project; Biscayne and Collins Canals carved out;
consultants to ensure that contract outlines canals, Public Works Department to update all
failing seawalls; The Land Use Committee recommends to utilizing "living shoreline"
01/12/2021 - Discussion of Ocean Rescue policy during beach closure by Division Chief
Vincent Canosa, Ocean Rescue: Follow the same protocols; all towers have "No lifeguard
on duty" signage, hours posted.
01/12/2021- Board Elections—Elected: Dr. Lourdes Oroza as Vice Chair, motion passed
unanimously
01/12/2021 - Discussion on Poseidon Ferry by Tasha Byars, City of Miami Beach Code
Compliance and John Lee, Chairman, Poseidon Ferry began operations, November 2020,
stopped operations, January 2021; business has approval from county, unsure as to what i
approved by Cit
01/12/2021 - Tavern on the Bay Water -Sam Trocki – business application presented; approv
01/12/2021 - Beach Report by Marcella Paz Cohen, social distancing at the beach,
Lifeguards being present at the beach even after closing hours and plans of replacing ATVs.
and mules that drive through the beach.
February 09, 2021
02/09/2021- Discussion on active environmental projects by Flavia Tonioli- She has begun
her update by informing the board on how they have begun a green fleet plan and they are
hoping by 2025 most departments are using electrical vehicle's. Betsy is leading the
dredging project and the contract is being finalized. This project is on track and she
has informed the board, if they have any questions regarding the dredging project, that she
will be more than happy to paSs them aInng The fertiliser nrdinan(-e has heen arin tpd
and while this ordinance was being adopted, they have created the Miami Beach Biscayne
Bay Protection Fund. All earnings collected from the fertilizer ordinance will be put into
the Miami Beach Biscayne Bay Protection Fund.
02/09/2021 - Police Beach Update by Captain Feldman, Miami Beach Police
Department- provided a general update on the Citywide Beach Report for the month of
There were 63 total beach thefts reported during this reporting period compared to 54
last year during this time. Captain Feldman has stated that we see an increase in beach
thefts compared to last year due to the circumstances that we are currently in compared
to last year when the City of Miami Beach was dealing with beach thefts. In addition,
most incidents occur during the afternoon shift. The top beach theft locations occur on the
100 block of the beach, 1300 block of the beach, 1700 block of the beach, 1800 block of
the beach, and 3900 block of the beach. Undercover patrols are still being conducted
on the beach walk and throughout the City.
02/09/2021- Marine Police update by Sgt. Luis Sanchez- Sgt. Sanchez provided general
marine patrol update. A task force has been created with local agencies and the Coast
Guard, so they can handle illegal charters operating in the water. The enforcement has
been seen and the marine patrol has terminated 7-8 illegal charters. As for illegal jet-ski
operations, they had two arrests and are actively looking for violations. Marine patrol's
schedule has changed, and they will now be operating until 11:00 PM and will continue to
actively look out for these loud vessels, noise, and any illegal activity that is occurring on
the water. Spring break begins February 15th, 2021 and the water activity has moved west
due to the result of closing Monument Island. Monument Island remains closed and there
has been no plans of opening monument Island. Sergeant Sanchez's only concern is once
COVID-19 restrictions are lifted; there can be a possibility of Monument Island opening. In
addition, Monument Island is now a "No Wake Zone" and they are making sure that the
public is aware.
02/09/2021- Park Ranger update by William Harris and Sergeant Torres, City of Miami Beach
Parks and Recreation Department and City of Miami Beach Police Department
02/09/2021- Discussion on replacing City ATV's and City Vehicles that operate on the bea
by Division Chief Vincent Canosa, Ocean Rescue Department
02/09/2021- Discussion on Park Ranger program by Jose Del Risco, Parks and Recreati
Assistant Director- Mr. Del Risco has expressed how they have an active presence
throughout the parks, and they see a positive change taking place. They have seen a
positive trend of compliance due to the additional signage at the parks and special details
that have been added. Enhanced coverage has been implemented for the weekends and
since we are entering spring break, they are assisting PD, Code and Ocean Rescue.
Board member, Ben Mostkoff would like to encourage additional signage for motorized
vessels only on the upland side at Maurice Gibb Park because they only have smaller
signs that are not visible to the public.
02/09/2021- Beach Report by Marcella Paz Cohen- A brief report provided on the
beach regarding illegal dumping, thefts, graffiti, she discussed the concern for safety
and lack of coverage by City staff.
March 09, 2021
03/09/2021 -Police Beach Update by Captain Feldman, Miami Beach Police Department -
There were 36 total beach thefts reported during this reporting period compared to 60 last
year during this time. Captain Feldman has stated that we see an increase in beach thefts
compared to last year due to the circumstances that we are currently in compared to
last year when the City of Miami Beach was dealing with beach thefts. In addition,
most incidents occur during the afternoon shift. The top beach theft locations occur on the
100 block of the beach, 1300 block of the beach, 1700 block of the beach, 1800 block of
the beach, and 3900 block of the beach. Undercover patrols are still being conducted on
the beach walk and throughout the City.
03/09/2021- Marine Police update by Sgt. Luis Sanchez, Sgt. Sanchez provided an update
on the task force that has been created to address illegal charters and illegal jet-ski
operations. Monument Island remains closed and there has been no plans of opening
monument Island. Sergeant Sanchez's only concern is once COVID-19 restrictions are
lifted; there can be a possibility of Monument Island opening. He supports the LTC that is
being drafted by the board and has given his recommendations on what the board should
include.
03/09/2021- Park Ranger update by William Harris and Sergeant Torres, City of Miami Beach
Parks and Recreation Department and City of Miami Beach Police Department
03/09/2021- Discussion on the LTC that will be a request to make Monument Island
accessible to non -motorized vessels only by Vice -Chair, Dr. Lourdes Oroza
03/09/2021- Discussion on the Julia Tuttle Causeway by Barbara Herskowitz, Board
Member of the Marine and Waterfront Protection Authority
03/09/2021- Update on marine related code violations by Jacqueline Caicedo,
Code Compliance Department- The Code Compliance Department is going to be
working with the Coast Guard and Marine Patrol at the Miami Beach Marina.
A Code Compliance Officer is going to be stationed at the Marina 24 hours a day and
7 days a week. All violations are tracked, and CCA Jackie Caicedo has informed the board
that 54 notices of violations for illegal chartering have been issued. Another update
will be provided to the board at the next MWPA meeting.
03/09/2021 -Biscayne Paddle Boards and Kayaks business presentation by Ricardo Luces
Motion Passed
03/09/2021- Floaty One LLC business presentation by Edo Licina
Motion Passed.
03/09/2021-. Beach Report by Marcella Paz Cohen -Monthly beach report update.
April 13, 2021
04/13/2021 -Marine Patrol discussion by Sergeant Sanchez, City of Miami Beach Police
Department- A task force has been created with local agencies, and the Coast Guard,
so, they can handle illegal charters operating in the water. The enforcement has been seen
and the activity in the water has declined. There has been a total of 350 citations issued and
9 arrests made for the month of March. As for illegal jet-ski operations, they had four arrests.
and are actively looking for violations.
04/13/2021- Park Ranger update by William Harris and Sergeant Torres, City of Miami Beach
Parks and Recreation Department and City of Miami Beach Police Department
04/13/2021- Discussion on the LTC that will be a request to make Monument Island accessible to
non -motorized vessels only by Vice -Chair, Dr. Lourdes Oroza- a motion was made to pass the
LTC to keep Monument Island permanently closed and to request designation of the Island for a
non -motorized boating zone. Motion passed unanimously.
04/13/2021- Deborah Edwards business presentation by Deborah Edwards
Motion passed unanimously.
04/13/2021- Working Remotely Marine LLC business presentation by Rodis Alvarez
Motion passed.
04/13/2021- Ocean Force Adventures, LLC business presentation by Kimberly Falconer
Motion passed.
04/13/2021- TRBC, LLC business presentation by Tali Raphaley-Motion passed
04/13/2021- The Advantaged Yacht Charters and Sales by Jessica Londono
Motion passed unanimously.
04/13/2021- USA Racing Team INC business presentation by Scott Locke -Motion passed
unanimously.
04/13/2021-N3 Entertainment LLC and N6 Entertainment business presentation by Kim Boxer
Motion passed unanimously.
04/13/2021- Aristocrat Corp business presentation by Aleksandr Bereznev
Motion passed unanimously.
04/13/2021- Carpe Diem II LLC business presentation by Mirnesa Hasanovic
Motion passed unanimously.
04/13/2021-7x Charters, LLC business presentation by Harvey Daski
Motion passed.
04/13/2021 -Beach Report by Marcella Paz Cohen- the beach report update informed the board.
the initiatives that were taken by Ocean Rescue during spring break.
May 11, 2021
05/11/2021- Marine Patrol discussion by Officer Fleischhauer, City of Miami Beach
Police Department-. A task force has been created with local agencies, and the Coast
Guard, so they can handle illegal charters operating in the water. Concerns about
Monument Island have been raised and Officer Fleischhauer agrees that the Island
should be closed. An LTC regarding Monument Island to be closed was sent out and is
in que. The board has made a recommendation for next month's meeting, to discuss
other alternatives that can be made for Monument Island. Officer Fleischhauer has
provided the board with a break down on how Marine Patrol handles their complaints.
The noise from the charters is a common complaint but unfortunately the noise coming
from the charters does not always meet the criteria to enforce the Miami -Dade County
noise ordinance. When the noise does meet the criteria from the Miami -Dade County
noise ordinance, the charters are cited. As for derelict vessels, there has been several
derelict vessels removed due to Officer Fleischhauer detail.
05/11/2021— Park Ranger update by William Harris and Sergeant Torres, City of Miami
Beach Parks and Recreation Department
05/11/2021- Update on Marine Related Code Violations by Jacqueline Caicedo, Code
Compliance Department- Code Compliance Administrator Jacqueline Caicedo has
stated that the Code Compliance Department is working with the Coast Guard and
Marine Patrol at the Miami Beach Marina. A Code Compliance Officer is stationed at
the Marina 24 hours a day and 7 days a week. All violations are tracked, and CCA
Jackie Caicedo has informed the board that there has been a decrease in violations
since our April 13, 2021, meeting-
05/11/2021- Progresso DF, LLC business presentation by Daniel Fujita
Motion not approved.
05/11/2021- Onkor Charter Inc business presentation by Michael Haley
Motion Approved.
05/11/2021- Don't Worry be Happy LLC business presentation by Robert Facey
Motion not approved.
05/11/2021 -Carpe Diem Seize the Day, LLC business presentation by Michael Rothman.
Motion approved.
05/11/2021- Southwest Shore, LLC business presentation by Kira Chichersky
Motion approved.
05/11/2021- Raider Yacht Club, LLC business presentation by Humberto Garcia
Motion Passed.
05/11/2021 -Big Cat Boats and Watersports business presentation by Gordon Vincent
Motion Passed.
05/11/2021 -Brandon Edwards by Brandon Edwards has presented his business application.
Motion passed.
05/11/2021- Gulfstar Yachts, LLC business presentation by Blake Keeton.
Motion passed.
05/11/2021- Beach Report by Marcella Paz Cohen- Marcella Paz Cohen has provided
a brief update on the monthly beach report and has informed the board of the initiatives
that were taken by Ocean Rescue and the Fire Department. Marcella Paz Cohen has
expressed how it is important that Ocean Rescue receives the necessary equipment
within their department.
June 08, 2021
FUTURE ACTIVITIES
Approval of Marine Business packets
Changing the requirements of the applicant checklist
Flagler Monument Island initiatives
Tracking progress of G.O Bond dredging project
Flagler Monument Island LTC
Approval of marine business applications
BOARDS AND COMMITTEE BI -ANNUAL REPORT
BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
Mayor's 41St Street Committee
CHAIRPERSON:
Seth Gadinsky
CITY LIAISON:
Amber Tarrac
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD:
6
ACTIVITY:
January 28, 2021 Meeting
• Approval of Minutes from December 1, 2020 meeting.
• The City Commission -approved storefront cover program will be returning. The initiative
began in 2019 when the Commission authorized and identified funds for printing and
installation of storefront covers for vacant storefronts citywide.
• Vice Mayor Meiner stated that there will always be an officer assigned specifically to the 41 st
Street corridor 24 -hours a day.
• Background: The Mayor's 41st Street Blue Ribbon Committee recently requested that the
Administration utilize Quality of Life funds to support 41 st Street restaurants in participating
in the Restaurant Recovery Outdoor Seating Pilot Program. The Administration has taken
steps to facilitate the Program for an initial 90 -day period per participating restaurant. The
Committee has also discussed the potential for a Business Improvement District (BID) to be
formed, particularly after the 41 st Street Committee has sunset.
• Motion: That the 41St Street Committee continue the outdoor seating pilot program for
restaurants on 41 st Street in perpetuity; so long as the restaurant operators will work out the
financial considerations after the 90 -day period has expired.
February 25, 2021 Meeting
• Approval of Minutes from January 28, 2021 meeting.
• City Staff have coordinated a virtual townhall meeting on March 23 for a conversation about
a Business Improvement District (BID) with executives from the Lincoln Road and
Washington Avenue BIDs.
• Motion 1: That there be an informational session on the positive and negative ramifications
of a Business Improvement District (BID) at the suggestion of the 41St Street Committee for
all those who are interested.
• Motion 2: That the 41St Street Committee continue to financially cover the outdoor restaurant
expansion of Tasty Beach Cafe for an additional month, with the caveat that if other
restaurants participate in the program, Tasty Beach Cafe will be charged for whatever fees
they otherwise would have paid for.
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Motion 3: That the City continue the pilot program of the outdoor seating in perpetuity with
the agreement that any and all outdoor seating structures be in compliance with a set of
uniform regulations established by the city.
March 25, 2021 Meeting
• Approval of Minutes from February 25, 2021 meeting.
• Motion 1: To extend the Mayor's 41St Street Blue Ribbon Committee for another year with
the approval of the Mayor and City Commission.
• Background: The 41St Street corridor consists primarily of CD -3 zoned properties. There
are several surface parking lots to the north and south of 41St Street, which are accessed
from 40th Street and 42nd Street; these surface lots are zoned GU. There are also a more
limited number of lots fronting on the north side of 40th Street, between Chase Avenue and
Pine Tree Drive, which are zoned CD -1. Some of these CD -1 lots already abut, or have the
potential to abut, CD -3 zoned properties along 41St Street. However, even if a unified site is
formed, under the code, there is no way to move FAR from the CD -3 sites to the CD -1 sites.
• Motion 2: To support ways to incentivize future development of the 41St Street corridor
including a potential up zoning of the parking lots north and south of 41St Street, with a
specific focus on residential and commercial uses; with the understanding that the 41 st Street
advisory committee recommendation has a sunset provision of the developer beginning work
within two years of such recommendation.
April 29, 2021 Meeting
• Approval of Minutes from March 25, 2021 meeting.
• Request for Quotes (RFQ) for the 41st Street streetscape plan Architectural/Engineering
(A/E) Services is being finalized and will be released to the public. Once the RFQ is released,
the committee members recommended to participate in the evaluation committee will be
contacted to schedule the evaluation.
• Discussion about supporting the potential up -zoning of the City -owned lot on 40th and 42nd
street to go from a CD -1 zone to a CD -3 zone.
• Motion: Recommendation that the City of Miami Beach issue a Request for Proposal
(RFP) for repurposing the vacant parking lots adjacent to 41 st Street for Class A office
space.
May 27, 2021 Meeting
• Staff mentioned the Vacant Storefront Cover Program relaunched with $30,000 available for
Mid Beach.
• Discussion about the idea for City of Miami Beach to issue a Request for Proposal (RFP) for
repurposing the vacant parking lots adjacent to 41 st Street for Class A office space.
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June 24, 2021 Meeting
• Approval of Minutes from April 29, 2021 meeting.
• Approval of Minutes from May 27, 2021 meeting.
• Motion: Recommendation for the City of Miami Beach to encourage the County to allow for
the installation of a 4 -way stop sign at the intersection of 37th & Sheridan and to explore
methods of streamlining more efficient transportation methods going forward.
• Motion: Recommendation to the City of Miami Beach to explore either repurposing and/or
beautifying the fountain at Lieberman Square on Pine Tree Drive and 41 st Street.
FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
•
Formation of a BID within the 41 st Street business corridor.
•
The City Commission -approved Storefront cover program where the Commission authorized
and identified funds for printing and installation of storefront covers for vacant storefronts
citywide returned allowing for $30,000 to be used in Mid -beach.
•
Potential discussions related to redevelopment of the Roosevelt Theater and city -owned
parking lots for Class A office.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
•
Tasty Beach Cafe participated in the Restaurant expansion pilot program.
•
Participation in townhall meeting regarding potential BID.
•
Completion of AECOM Streetscape Plan.
•
The RFQ incorporating the AECOM Streetscape Plan final report was completed and
submitted to the Procurement Department. The Office of Capital Improvement Projects (CIP)
placed the item on the June City Commission meeting agenda, which was passed
unanimously. The RFQ was published and responses will be reviewed by an evaluation
committee.
•
The Committee was extended by Mayor Gelber.
•
Commissioner Arriola sponsored a discussion item related to Class A office space.
MIAMI BEACH
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
MAYOR'S ART DECO CULTURAL DISTRICT PANEL
CHAIRPERSON:
JONATHAN PLUTZIK
CITY LIAISON:
JUSTIN KARR
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD:
12
Meeting Agenda Items:
1. Remarks from Mayor Gelber
2. Greeting from Chair Plutzik
3. Sunshine Law Briefing from Nick Kallergis
4. City Administration Introductions
5. Consultant Introduction — Bernard Zyscovich
Meeting #1
6. Public Comment
ADCD Panel Kick-off Meeting and Introductions
1/8/2021
• Mayor's Art Deco Cultural District Panel (ADCD) consists of 17 members
appointed by Mayor Gelber to serve for a term of no more than one (1) year
at a time. To lead the Panel, the Mayor selected Mr. Jonathan Plutzik as
Chair and Mr. Jonathan Freidin as Vice -Chair.
• Panel Mission — The purpose of the Panel is to study and make
recommendations as to how to improve the experience for residents and
visitors in the Art Deco Cultural District.
Meeting Agenda Items
1. Proposal for Lummus Park Expansion
2. Ocean Drive Traffic Configuration Pilot Options
3. Introduction to Deep Dive Topics
4. Proposed Amendments to Chapter 142 of the Land Development
Regulations
5. Public Comment
Ocean Drive Pilot Project - Alternative Options 1, 2 and 3
Meeting #2
Zyscovich presented three options for Ocean Drive in the event that vehicles were
reintroduced. All options incorporated vehicular traffic back on Ocean Drive and
1/22/2021
provide expansion area for outdoor dining/seating. Buffer/drop-off/safety zones
also identified with suggestions for buffering. Refer to copy of Zyscovich
Presentation in ADCD Panel agenda packet for drawings which illustrate options.
1. Option 1 - Through option. Ocean Drive as a one-way southbound street
with two-way access from 9th Street and 11th Street.
2. Option 2 — Zone option. Ocean Drive as a one-way southbound vehicular
street zoned from 15th street to 11th street and between 9th street and 5th
street with a pedestrian only area in between the two zones;
3. Option 3 — Every Other option. Ocean Drive as a one-way southbound
street with two-way access on every other block.
Meeting #3
2/12/2021
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4. Option 4 —Limited Access' Option. Ocean Drive as a one-way southbound
street with valet only gate arm on 15th Street and 11th Street.
Lummus Park — Potential Expansion Area
Current park boundary area is approximately 29.7 acres: land area between Ocean
Drive and the serpentine pathway is approximately 15 acres (50% of total area).
The land area between dune and the coral rock wall is approximately 14.5 acres
(48.8% of total area). Uses within dune area cover approximately 5.6 acres.
Zyscovich described opportunities for expansion.
ADCD Panel members concurred that the City Commission should not consider
any change to the current Ocean Drive traffic configuration at this time
Meeting Agenda Items
1. Update on Enhanced Public Safety Measures by Asst. City Manager Eric
Carpenter
2. Discussion regarding Ocean Drive Side Streets
3. Proposed Amendments to Chapter 142 of the Land Development
Regulations
4. Preparation of Short -Term Actionable Items
5. Public Comment
Discussion Items
i. Presentation by Assistant City Manager and Police Chief regarding
Updates on Enhanced Public Safety Measures.
• Spring break high impact safety measures to extend February 22 -
April 10, 2021;
ii. Discussion re Ocean Drive side streets — Zyscovich, Parking and
Transportation Department Staff.
• Zyscovich and City identified the utilization and access issues and
conflicts with side streets between Collins and Ocean Drive
including commercial loading and existing designated zones
conflicting with other uses and negative impacts on traffic and
access on these streets; valet parking; rideshare; and parking in
general; circulation; signage; lighting; trash collection.
• Zyscovich believes that alleyways are currently underutilized in the
district.
• Zyscovich shared Flagler Street parking and loading improvement
program ideas with City Staff and ADCD Panel, in support of
creating centralized management of parking needs by one entity
(e.g. Design District valet system).
iii. Proposed Amendments to Chapter 142 of the Land Development
Regulations.
iv. Presentation by ADCD Panel Chair, Jonathan Plutzik, regarding
preparation of Short -Term Actionable Items recommendations "45 Actions
in 45 Days" for Panel discussion.
• Quick -fix projects to evidence improvement in the district over short
period of time;
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Meeting Agenda Items
1. Update on City's High Impact Measures from Chief Clements
2. Proposed Amendment to Chapter 142 of the Land Development
Regulations
3. Discussion of "45 in 45" Short -Term Actionable Items
4. Public Comment
Discussion Items:
1. MBPD Chief Clements provided an update on policing plan entering Spring
Break 2021;
2. LDR discussion focused on parking reductions for hotel and residential
uses within the MXE District.
3. ADCD Panel members shared ideas for the 45 in 45 short term actionable
items.
Meeting #4
• Ideas are `broken windows approach' to revitalization (Plutzik);
• City to work with ADCD Panel Chair and Asst. City Manager Eric
2/25/2021
Carpenter will assign items to applicable City Departments for
review and implementation;
• ADCD Quick Wins project Summaries include following categories:
o Cleanliness/Sanitation
o Code Enforcement
o Transportation
o Parking
o Signage
o Lighting
o Public Safety
o Sidewalk Cafes
o Lummus Park
o Arts & Culture
o Marketing & Communications
o Economic Development
o Miscellaneous
Meeting Agenda Items
1. Transportation and Mobility Initial Observations — Presentation by
Kittelson & Associates
2. Proposed Amendment to Chapter 142 of the Land Development
Regulations
Meeting #5
3. Update on Short Term Action Items by Asst. City Manager Eric Carpenter
4. Public Comment
3/12/2021
Kittelson & Associates shared initial findings from mobility analysis. Refer to
Kittelson presentation for specifics. Topics and summary of issues and
opportunities:
1. Planninq Context - modal priorities
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2. Safety - overall crashes — hotspots; bike/ped crashes; issues and
opportunities
3. Transit - routes and frequency / combined headways, SMART Plan
connection.
4. Multimodal Facilities - coverage — Which streets have dedicated space?
bike/ped activity levels; proposed bicycle facilities; Washington Ave. pilot
project; SMART Plan overlap/Integration.
5. Curb Management - observations of existing conditions; How much of the
curb space is permitted for valet or loading purposes?
Meeting Agenda Items
1. Workshop 1: Street Life and Programming— Presentation by Gehl
Architects and Town Square
2. Update on High Impact Measures by Asst. City Manager Eric Carpenter
3. Public Comment
Workshop 01 - ADCD Street Life and Programming Workshop by GEHL &
TownSquare
First presentation of the ADCD Workshops. Zyscovich explained that the intent of
these workshops is to bring expertise that will help develop the visioning and
recommendations for the district.
Meeting #6
Workshop Goals:
3/26/2021
1. Identify shared priorities and success criteria to guide this work moving
forward.
2. Consider effective management models.
3. Build awareness for what it means to put people first in the design
process.
Panel Input
Opportunity to bring students to have a formalized program as goodwill
ambassadors.
- Idea of environmental tourism should be discussed. Cultural and
environmental ambassadors.
Address sustainability/resiliency issues due to sea level rise planning.
Meeting Agenda Items
1. Review of Street Life and Programming Workshop
2. Discussion of Mayor's 12 Point Plan
3. Update by City Administration on Quick Wins
Meeting #7
4. Public Comment
Discussion items:
4/9/2021
- Zyscovich presented highlights of the previous meeting workshop
presentation.
- City Administration has met internally to begin discussing feasibility of
implementing the Quick Wins initiatives. Several items have been
commenced or are part of ongoing efforts, while others may take
Commission action and funding.
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- Doubling the size of Lummus Park is a practical matter to be illustrated
during upcoming workshop on May 21st, 2021.
The consultant design team is accelerating the vision and design process
in order to present its analysis and recommendations in a more expedited
manner to the Panel.
Meeting Agenda Items
1. Workshop 2: Retail, Tourism, and Entertainment Potential — Presentation
by Bernard Zyscovich and Lambert Advisory
2. ADCD Policy Measures Update by Tom Mooney
3. Update on Ocean Drive Right -of -Way Configuration by Asst. City
Manager Eric Carpenter
4. Public Comment
Workshop 02 - ADCD Retail, Tourism, and Entertainment Potential
Workshop by Lambert Advisory.
Meeting #8
Workshop Goals:
1. Layout the opportunities for residential demand citywide and the ADCD
4/23/2021
District itself.
2. Explain the office market as it relates to the ADCD, predominantly
Washington Ave., and how it relates to the market in the foreseeable future.
3. Examine the expansion of the footprint of Lummus Park and what does it
mean apart from an expansion of the dunes and how this could impact
Ocean Drive from a market perspective.
Panel Input
- Rooftop areas offer valuable amenity space for small hotels and residential
buildings.
- What type of work can be encouraged here? How can work be redefined in
this area?
Meeting Agenda Items
1. Recap and Discussion of Workshop on Retail, Tourism, and
Meeting #9
Entertainment Potential
2. Review of Panel Member Submitted Materials
5/7/2021
3. Memorial Day Weekend Update by Marcia Monserrat, Chief of Staff to the
City Manager
4. Public Comment
Meeting Agenda Items
1. Workshop 3: Urban Design, Open Space, Mobility, and Transit —
Meeting #10
Presentation by Bernard Zyscovich
2. Panel Discussion
5/21/2021
3. Public Comment
Workshop 03: Urban Design, Open Space, Mobility, and Transit —
Presentation by Bernard Zyscovich. Workshop Themes:
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1. Part One — How did we get here?
2. Part Two — Squint your eyes and see the future.
3. Part Three — Vision and Character for the District.
a. Protect the character and history
b. Rebalance hotels, hospitality industry and residential activities
c. Expand the landscape and create a great park and public spaces
d. Create a comprehensive transit and mobility plan
e. Enhance the character of the street scenes during times of
day/night
f. Manage density and welcoming of all people
4. How do we get there?
5. Q/A / Public Comment / Next Steps
Meeting Agenda Items
1. Panel Discussion of Workshop 3 and Facilitator Questions
2. Public Comment
Meeting #11
Panel Discussion:
6/4/2021
Some concerns exist with compatibility of increasing the amount of
residential uses in the district.
- Agreement that congestion pricing is a control tactic worth investigating
further.
Meeting Agenda Items
1. Workshop 4: Zoning and Land Use — Presentation by Bernard Zyscovich
and Paul Lambert
2. Panel Member Comments and Discussion
3. Public Comment
Workshop 04: Zoning and Land Use — Presentation by Bernard Zyscovich
and Paul Lambert. Workshop Topics:
i. Zoning and Land Use
ii. East — West Connections
Meeting #12
iii. Alleyways
iv. Responsive Management of Public Spaces
6/18/2021
Panel Comments re Ocean Drive traffic configuration:
Panel members still conflicted as to appropriate configuration of mobility
methods and whether vehicles should be reintroduced and where cafe
seating should be positioned.
- Greater consideration required for the shared dynamic among bicycles and
other vehicles with pedestrians in the street.
FUTURE ACTIVITIES
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Continue to study and make recommendations as to how to improve the experience for residents
and visitors throughout the Art Deco Cultural District, via publicly noticed meetings and preparing
recommendations to the Mayor and City Commission via written reports detailing the Panel's
activities and recommendations, including potentially recommending changes to the City Code and
Land Development Regulations. The Panel has received presentations from the Zyscovich led
team, albeit at the moment of this interim report, still very much in draft form. The Panel will continue
its regular meeting schedule in order to examine the policy considerations facing the Entertainment
District.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Providing feedback and recommendations to the City's consultant team as it executes a
comprehensive land use, mobility, and economic development study of the Entertainment District.
Planning concepts have been presented to and discussed with the Panel at twelve (12) regular
meetings, including four intensive workshops. Input from the Panel's diverse expertise has enabled
the consultant to prepare a draft conceptual plan, which was presented in draft form as a progress
report to the City Commission on June 23, 2021.
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CFW Chairperson: Jill Shockett
Miami Beach City Liaison: Veronica Paysse I Office of the Mayor and Commission
Number of meetings held virtually via zoom: (6)
January 2021 Recap:
Welcome remarks. Minutes and agenda approved by Committee. Guest speakers introduced.
Alina Tejeda Hudak has served Miami -Dade County for the past 35 years — making a stronger
government for a better community. She brought professional administration to the County's
leadership team and is an esteemed leader in the field of public administration. Winning a
myriad of accolades from national and local community organizations, Hudak has been a
trailblazer as the first woman Director of a large operational department, the first Hispanic
woman appointed Assistant County Manager, and the first woman to serve as County Manager
overseeing a government of more than 27,000 employees and an $8 billion budget.
The incredible diversity of Miami-Dade's government encompassed not only traditional
municipal services such as police, fire, public works, libraries and parks, but also major regional
facilities such as public housing, airports, the seaport, jails, water and sewer, and bus and rail
service.
In her previous role as Deputy Mayor, Hudak oversaw a portfolio of departments that included
Animal Services, Elections, Transit and Public Works, the Citizen's Independent Transportation
Trust and the Public Health Trust. She also concurrently served as the Director of Solid Waste
Management Department, which encompassed approximately 1,000 employees, a waste to
energy plant, two landfills and provided solid waste collection and disposal services for over
350,000 residential homes in Miami -Dade County.
Hudak joined the City of Miami Beach in February 2020 as an Assistant City Manager —
overseeing a large portfolio of departments, including Capital Improvement Projects,
Environment & Sustainability, Housing & Community Development, Marketing &
Communications, Public Works and Transportation & Mobility.
Second speaker Miami Beach resident Gayle Durham currently President of the West Avenue
Neighborhood Association (WAvNA). Board member of Miami Beach United (MBU)
Topics Gayle Durham discussed with members included:
RE: Anti -Graffiti Squad
Graffiti vandals target our neighborhood because we are easy prey right next to the causeway,
an escape route. And the many trash cans, electric boxes and the alleyway are convenient
targets for graffiti. We use to call in graffiti violation to code compliance but they cannot keep up
with the large number of graffiti every week and it does not make sense for us to report 30
graffiti tags every month so four of us bicyclists organized, once a month we bike around our
neighborhood and remove graffiti and stickers. We wash it off or spray paint over in an
appropriate color. Blue on the blue trash bins, tan on wood walls, grey on silver posts, etc.
What you can do to help - Empower yourself and organize a neighborhood cleanup. It's fun
when you do it with friends on a bicycle, it is good exercise, and a COVID 19 friendly distancing
activity. You can purchase anti -graffiti cleaning products at Ace Hardware, $10 a can.
RE: Mooring Field Helps Clean the Bay
Her neighborhood association is advocating for a South Beach mooring field to be located from
Sunset Harbour to 5th Street. Currently, unregulated boats anchor throughout the bay dumping
their raw sewage into the bay and dragging their anchors. The anchors kill the seagrass, kill the
oxygen and cause algae blooms. A mooring field would solve this.
Moors are permanently installed into the seafloor which is attached to a floating buoy. The boats
then attach to the buoy instead of dropping an anchor which drags. These regulated boats
would be overseen by a dockmaster who schedules sewage pump outs from each boat holding
tank. Any boat violating mooring field rules will be banned. The mooring field would include on
land showers, bathrooms and laundry. And customers would be responsible quality boaters, the
opposite of what exists now.
What you can do to help — With the information provided please educate others in your
community about the benefits of a mooring field.
RE: Revise Tow Contract
Miami Beach United has called for a substantial revision of the city's tow contract. The towing
rules should be easy to understand, transparent, and fair so when people are towed, they don't
feel ripped off. MBU recommends these specific changes: to allow credit card payment because
now it is cash -only, to remove excessive add-on charges, to require the drop fee be waived, to
have a competitive bid instead of automatically giving the contract to the same company year
after year.
Commissioner Richardson has sponsored the MBU recommendations and it will be voted on at
commission.
What you can do to help - call or write commissioners to advocate for a total revision of towing
rules. And it you had a nightmare encounter with a towing company them include that story too.
RE: Include two Resident -at -Large on each zoning board
Our city has 4 zoning boards that regulate projects. The boards are powerful and make
important binding decisions on variances, setbacks, height, hours of operation, entertainment
licenses, and many other decisions that affect residents' quality of life. Miami Beach United is
urging the commission to include two Resident -at -Large seats to each board, defined as a
Miami Beach resident not employed in the real estate trade.
February 2021 Recap:
Call meeting to order. Approve minutes from January meeting. Attendance and announcements.
Introduce guest speaker, Wendy Kallergis, President and CEO of the Greater Miami and the
Beaches Hotel Association (GMBHA). Her organization is dealing with the challenges of the
COVID pandemic. Under her leadership, GMBHA has partnered with the National Immigration
Forum's New American Workforce, which has made a significant difference in the lives of many
hospitality employees. Through this partnership, 13 GMBHA businesses have hosted 15
citizenship workshops that have educated and offered citizenship services to approximately
6,100 employees. Wendy has enhanced her impact by reaching out to and engaging colleagues
in other cities who are interested in replicating the program that she runs.
Her family has lived in Miami for more than thirty years. Caring about the families who live in our
city has always been very important to us, so it was an easy decision to help introduce South
Florida to the Bethlehem Project.
With more than 500,000 employees eligible to become citizens, Miami is one of the cities with
the most potential for the Bethlehem Project. The project's goal is simple: Help eligible
immigrants become citizens, which not only helps immigrant families but also businesses in
South Florida.
My work is in the hospitality industry, and partnerships have always been an integral part of my
strategy to build a stronger organization. In South Florida, the Bethlehem Project has worked
with Baptist Health South Florida, the Miami Dolphins, and Miami Dade College. Within the
hospitality industry, I've helped connect the Bethlehem Project with numerous hotels and
resorts. As the project expands, we will continue to reach out to colleagues in other cities, like
the San Francisco Hotel Council.
What we're doing is simplifying the citizenship process: cutting back on bureaucracy, creating
in-house workshops, and connecting immigrants and new citizens with employers and human
resource representatives in the hospitality industry.
The benefits are crystal clear: We're providing our industry with an expanding workforce, and
we're creating a sense of loyalty among our workers. At the same time, we're opening doors
and generating prosperity for immigrant families and our community.
The members include more than 180 hotels and 250 allied businesses located across Miami -
Dade County. Our calendar of events includes our in-person and virtual monthly hotelier's
breakfast series, monthly networkers, educational panel discussions and industry luncheons
featuring the top leaders in our industry to share with you the business trends that we need to
be aware of to increase and enhance our business.
The Greater Miami and the Beaches Hotel Association is committed to the advancement of
sustainable hospitality practices within our industry. The GMBHA has developed a council of
industry experts that offer guidance and support. To learn more, visit Sustainable Hospitality
Council web page.
For more information: visit Home - Greater Miami and the Beaches Hotel Association (GMB
March 2021 Recap:
Call meeting to order. Approve meeting for February meeting. Chairwoman to introduce guest
speakers: Robin Jacobs, Miami Beach Chamber of Commerce, Captain Mildred Phrogner,
MBPD, Wendy Kallergis, President & CEO Greater Miami & the Beaches Hotel Association,
Virginia Akar, Founder Strong Girls, Inc. Virginia M. Akar is an attorney and human rights
advocate who is dedicated to bringing about positive social change in her community, with
particular focus on disrupting the cycle of poverty. Her vision of eliminating poverty through
education led to the founding of Strong Girls, Inc., an anti -poverty initiative whose mission is to
eliminate the obstacles to higher education and career faced by girls in disadvantaged
communities. Ms. Akar has had a career in the public interest sector since her early days of
practicing law as an Assistant State Attorney for Miami -Dade County in 1994. From there, she
took a few years off to raise her family, and gradually returned to a service-oriented career. In
2013, she co-founded her first non-profit organization Young Musicians Unite, which currently
provides free in -school and after-school music programs throughout Miami -Dade County. She
maintains an active role on the Executive Committee and Board of that organization. In 2016
she earned her Master of Laws in Intercultural Human Rights, which was in large part the
catalyst for the founding of Strong Girls, Inc. More: Our Story - Strong Girls (stronggirlsinc.org)
Captain Mildred Pfrogner has served with the Miami Beach Police Department since 1997.
During her career she has served in a variety of ranks and capacities including patrol, special
operations, backgrounds, support services, records management, field training, all
redevelopment areas (RDA) and Internal Affairs. Captain Pfrogner has also served as the
Department's liaison to numerous organizations including the Miami Beach Chaplain Program,
Dade County Public Schools, Parent Teacher Associations and the Police Athletic League.
Captain Pfrogner currently oversees the Department's Community Affairs Unit. This unit is
comprised of the Neighborhood Resource Officers, Homeless Resource Unit and School
Resource Officers.
April 2021 Recap:
Chairwomen introduced at length the two guest speakers reading from their respective bios.
Miami Beach Officer Deborah Martineau and her husband Miami Beach Police Officer and PAL
Executive Director Arthur Martineau. Officer Deborah Martineau thanked the members for this
second invitation to be able to address the Commission for Women members and proceeded to
introduce her husband Officer Arthur Martineau. He is the director of the Miami Beach Police
Athletic League. Officer A. Martineau spoke about the diverse resources he and the
organization provide underprivilege children in our community. He also explained the value the
league represents allowing children to be involved in the community. The children get to know
local police officer through their school, such as the program Kindergarten Cop. Since 1958 the
Miami Beach Police Athletic League, Inc has represented Miami Beach. Officer Martineau has
known youth offenders as young as 11 years old. That particular 11 -year-old he spoke about will
never get out of jail.
The theme at Miami Beach PAL is filling playground not prisons. PAL also is focused on
children's and parents' mental health. Officer A. Martineau explained how PAL provided free
mental health services for parents of low income or don't have insurance. This service is free of
charge to the entire family including North Bay Village, considered by PAL a symbolic sister city.
Officer A. Martineau also described the negative impacts and the cycle related to mental health.
PAL works with a vast network of mental health professionals.
Alexandra and Jenny members from the program also described many of the programs and
how they go about coordinating them (I.e. boxing programs and aerobic programs)
PAL receives and caters to around 60 kids a day in Normandy Park and also assists in the city's
anti -bullying campaign. Our members again asked how they can be involved, and information
was provided verbally and over the zoom chat. The PAL email that was provide is as follow:
Info(a_)beach pal. org. Information was also shared regarding the Police Explorers program that
focuses on providing unique experienced to kids that are interested in law enforcement careers.
Some of the activities/initiatives that PAL provides are: facilizing Thanksgiving meals for 300
families, Toy drives, Giving of book bags and school supplies to underprivileged kids, Prom for
Free, Project upstart. Please visit Miami Beach PAL at: beachpal.org. to get involved or donate.
Mav 2021 Reca
The members drafted and signed a letter that was sent to the Mayor and Commissioners
regarding the situation that is occurring on the entertainment district with crime and behavior.
Our special guest for this meeting was Miami -Dade Mayor Daniella Levine -Cava. Mayor DLC,
was running a few minutes behind schedule due to the county's commission meeting taking
place simultaneously. In the meantime while waiting for Mayor DLC's arrival, Chairwoman Jill
Shockeft happily announced that Alina T. Hudak was selected by our Mayor and
Commissioners as the new City Manager of the City of Miami Beach and mentioned that we had
her on one of our previous meetings and that on behalf of the board a congratulatory letter was
sent to CM Hudak.
Our members went on to discuss several issues in Miami Beach, including the problematic
situation in the MXE district/Art Deco Cultural District, especially during Spring Break. Concerns
also arose for upcoming Memorial Day festivities. They mentioned the behavior issues and
enforcement protocol. The Chairwoman asked for a letter to be drafted on behalf of our board
advocating for change in the MXE district.
After a few minutes of discussions, Mayor DLC entered the zoom meeting and greeted our
board members. Chairwomen Shockett thanked the Mayor for taking the time to be with us in
the mist of the hectic county commission meeting and introduced her by reading from her
respective bio. Mayor Levine Cava began her presentation by mentioning the importance of
"Women's Power" and what it means. As the first woman mayor of Miami -Dade County Mayor
DLC recognized the magnitude of the position and says she feels a great sense of
responsibility. She also went to express how her granddaughter looks up to and how little girls
feel empowered by seeing female roles models such as herself. Mayor DLC pointed out that
being in a mostly all boys network at times can present some challenges. She asked the
members for advice on how she can best navigate the situation. Chairwomen Shockett pointed
out that she feels she is doing a great job and does not need their advice. Mayor DLC chuckled.
Laurie pointed out that she "should stay true to herself' and "appoint good people." Other topics
discussed by the Mayor were the amazing work of the Sabrina Cohen Foundation and the
contribution the county is proving to an accessible beach in Miami Beach. With the help of
Miami Beach and other partners, people with disabilities will have direct access to experiencing
a full beach day. She also mentioned the county's campaign/efforts to get everyone vaccinated
as quickly as possible and asked our members to spread the word using social media or other
platforms through the "I did it" initiative.
June 2021 Reca
Chairwoman Jill Shockett addressed the members mentioning the current City Hall
visiting policies and discussed options for future meetings in person. A few minutes later
the Chairwoman introduced guest speaker Flavia Tonioli, Sustainability Manager for the
Department of Environment and Sustainability in the City of Miami Beach. Flavia
introduced herself and began her presentation discussing the functions of the
department and the corresponding committees. She also mentioned the virtual
Sustainachella events the department hosts. Next, she explained the intricacies of the
city's fertilizer ordinance. Followed by a detailed explanation regarding the natural
pollutants in the bay.
Then, she explained about the existing conditions of Brittany Bay Park and the
enhancements it will receive (the PDF presentation will be attached with the minutes).
Maurice Gibb Park in Sunset Harbour will also receive much needed improvements
such as updating the living shoreline. The mbrisingabove.com website was also
highlighted and the proposed work ahead. Flavia also discussed sea walls and
explained the challenges with city owned vs private seawalls. When the forum for
questions was opened a resident by the name of Roberto exposed his problems with
DERM about upgrading his sea wall and also asked questions regarding raccoons
(which is not an issue the Environment and Sustainability department handles).
Flavia shared the links below on our zoom chat:
https://www. mbrisingabove.com/climate-mitigation/natural-resources/coral-reefs/ulink-project/
https://www.mbrisingabove.com/climate-mitigation/
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
Next Generation Council
CHAIRPERSON:
Nicolas Cuetara
CITY LIAISON:
Erick Chiroles
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD:
Two meetings (Note: This Council meets quarterly)
ACTIVITY:
The Next Generation Council has met once per quarter in 2021 as directed by the City code. The Council
discussed the following subjects:
• Measures for Spring Break and Programming.
• Crime and Safety on Miami Beach.
• Efficacy of Roadway Composition Against Sea -Level Rise.
• Empowering Miami Beach's young voting population to vote.
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FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
The Next Generation Council plans to focus future meetings on issues surrounding climate change/ sea -level
rise.
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ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
The Next Generation Council made the following motions as recommendations to the City Commission.
• The Next Generation Council urges the City Commission to discontinue causeway closures.
o Comment: Generally, the Next Generation Council understands and appreciates the motivation
behind the causeway closures. Notwithstanding, the measure has a significant negative impact on
many residents.
The Next Generation Council urges the City Commission to create a dialogue with Spring Break visitors to
find a solution to the issue of overcrowding and to use survey methods to find ways to enhance the visitor
experience in order to improve relations.
• The Next Generation Council recommends for the City Commission to program Spring Break 2022 for
multiple demographics.
o Comment: For example, concerts, food festivals, art events.
The Next Generation Council recommends for the City of Miami Beach to use full -depth reclamation for all
public asphalt roads being resurfaced. This is a method of recycling the worn topcoat in the new base, thus
making it more resistant to flooding and reducing waste. Furthermore, the Council recommends that the City
Commission require all new and repaired public and private driveways, sidewalks and surface parking areas
be made with pervious concrete or asphalt pavement. It more easily allows surface water to drain into the
ground. This requirement can also be extended to local roads that have minimal truck traffic. These policy
adjustments can immediately benefit MB's flood resilience and are highly recommended by experts.
• The Next Generation Council supports the City Commission's efforts to reduce violence and nuisance code
issues in Miami Beach.
The Next Generation Council recommends the City of Miami Beach to (1) work with high schools to get high
school students registered to vote and information on when, where and how to vote; (2) Create and print voter
educational material to provide to synagogues, churches, mosques, small businesses (such as gyms) and
anywhere young voters may spend time; and (3) design and provide banners and posters on when and how to
vote to line Lincoln Road and similar areas as well as main streets such as Collins Ave, Washington Ave, and
41 st street.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
Normandy Shores Gov. Neighborhood Improvement
CHAIRPERSON:
Diane Klein
CITY LIAISON:
Tameka Otto Stewart
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD:
2
ACTIVITY:
*There were no meetings held January -March, nor May 2021
04/22/2021 Meeting Agenda:
• Vote a Chair and Vice -Chair
• Status of current Projects
• Preliminary Budget Projections
o FY 2021 Budget Update
o FY 2022 Budget Request
06/19/2020 Meeting Agenda:
• Finalize FY 2022 Proposed Budget
FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
• Set Millage rate once July 1 Certified Taxable Values are received and finalize proposed budget
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ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
The following was reviewed and discussed:
Vote for Chair and Vice -Chair:
By acclamation, Diane Klein, was elected as the Chair of the Normandy Shores Local Government
Neighborhood Improvement Board and Carolyn Berg as Vice -Chair.
Status of Projects
Kenneth Soler, Administrative Officer for the Property Management Department, gave an overall update of the
existing projects. The following was reviewed and discussed:
• Camera Project
• Guard House Project
• Back Gate Relocation
Preliminary Budget Projections
Tameka Otto Stewart, OMB Director, gave an overall update of the budget process and presented the FY
2022 Preliminary budget. The following was reviewed and discussed:
• Revenues
• Expenditures
• Surplus/Shortfall
• Required Millage based on Preliminary Budget
• Concreate Curb place holder to be removed
• Fund balance
• Existing Values
• Required Millage based on Preliminary Budget
• 35 % Subsidy
• City's contribution to the purchase of a Rover
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
Parks and Recreational Facilities Advisory Board
CHAIRPERSON:
Carolina Jones
CITY LIAISON:
Cynthia Casanova
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD:
4
(January 14, 2021, February 11, 2021, April 15, 2021 and
May 13, 2021
ACTIVITY:
The Parks and Recreational Facilities Board addressed several different issues and areas of
concern during the past six months:
• Parks Master Plan
• North Shore Cafe and Rest Room Project
• Parks GO Bond Overview Discussion
Flamingo Park Master Plan
72nd Street Community Center Complex Project
2022 Parks Budget
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FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
The Parks and Recreational Facilities Advisory Board will continue to discuss the following topics:
• Any Referrals from City Commission or Commission Committees
• Parks & Recreation Capital Projects
• Parks & Recreation Budget
• General Obligation Bond Projects
The Board will also be involved in providing their input in future park plans as well as setting
expectations and areas of interests to focus on in the future.
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ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
The followina list are motions that the Parks and Recreational Facilities Advisory Board made in the
past 6 months based on their activity:
• The Parks and Recreational Facilities Advisory Board motions to support the 2020 Park's
Master Plan presented at tonight's Board meeting. The Board is excited by the plan done by
the Park's Department and was impressed by how thorough and complete it was.
• The Parks and Recreational Facilities Advisory Board motions to elect Carolina Jones as
Chair and Stephanie Rosen as Vice -Chair of the Board.
• The Parks and Recreational Facilities Advisory Board requests that the plan before the
Design Review Board for the North Beach Oceanside Park be brought to a favorable
resolution as soon as possible. The Board further requests that this motion be delivered to
the DRB to emphasize our support of the current plan.
• The Parks and Recreational Facilities Advisory Board motions to support the revised G.O.
Bond Implementation Plan for the Parks and Recreation related projects presented at the
February 11, 2021 meeting.
• The Parks and Recreational Facilities Advisory Board motions for the Office of Capital
Improvement Projects to meet with the architects of the North Shore Restroom and Tennis
Center Cafe project to re -design the project based on the original budget with the restrooms
being prioritized, and that consideration be given to an airconditioned, unimproved, enclosed
area that has connectivity to the tennis center.
• The Parks and Recreational Facilities Advisory Board motions to support the Parks and
Recreation Department's FY 2022 Budget Requests as presented by Department staff.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
Personnel Board
CHAIRPERSON:
Raquel Pacheco
CITY LIAISON:
Michael Smith Human Resources Director
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD:
Jan 2021 to July 2021 we have held 2 Meeting
ACTIVITY:
• Updated Special City Awards Nomination Form
• Approval of amended job descriptions
I • Created a new Cateqory for the Special City Awards "COVID Response Award" I
FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
• Monitor performance evaluation
• Hear appeals and interpret Personnel Rules.
• Approve new and amended job descriptions, as needed.
• Host Special City Awards Ceremony.
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ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
• With the Board and Human Resources' assistance, City departments continue to decrease the
number of past due performance evaluations, achieving an overall improvement from previous
years.
• Evette Phillips was Reelected as an Associate Member
• Approved Job Descriptions for Police Officer
• Created a COVID Response Award
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CHAIRPERSON:
CITY LIAISON:
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January through June 2021
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD DURING THIS REPORTING PERIOD: 6
MEETING AGENDA Presentation/ Deferred/ NO ACTION/ OTHER/
DATE ITEMS APPROVED DENIED DISCUSSED CONTINUED WITHDRAWN
Jan
9
8
1
Feb
8
3
1
2
2
March
13
7
1
3
1
April
15
11
2
2
May
12
6
2
3
1
Jun
10
6
2
2
Totals
57
41
4
13
8
Note: Some totals may not match due to some items being removed from the Agenda at the last minute.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
Police Citizen Relations Committee
CHAIRPERSON:
Seth Feuer
CITY LIAISON:
Chief Rick Clements
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD:
Six (6)
ACTIVITY: (January — June 2021) Police Citizen Relations Committee
January 19, February 16, 2021, March 16, 2021, April 20, 2021, May 18,
meetings were TEAMS/ZOOM meetings. Please see below:
January 19, 2021
Members in Attendance:
Vice -Chairman Adam Kravitz
Daniel Aronson
Alexander Fryd
Julian Linares
Bruce Reich
Valerie Navarrete
Guests:
Deputy Chief Jones
Captain Mimi Pfrogner
Pamela Brumer
Seth Feuer
Lizette Lopez
Rafael Velasquez
Curtis Slipman
meetings were held on
2021, June 15, 2021. All
Motion was made by Committee Member Seth Feuer to approve the minutes from the last meeting.
Motion was seconded by Committee Member Daniel Aronson and passed by acclamation.
Public Speakers
A/Chairman Adam Kravitz — Chairman Alex Fernandez has been appointed to the planning
board.
Alex Fernandez - Thank you members, it has been a true pleasure to work with this committee
and this is a privilege. We owe it to community to use these opportunities properly. Two pending
things... I encourage you as a committee to adopt. As a follow up to KFR presentation, she
circled back urging state legislature to adopt standalone stay away orders. Second is a tool for
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the police which is, once there is a dispo that the clerk of courts sends email to pd so they know
what the outcomes are. I wanted to leave those items and be available to answer questions if you
have them. Thank each of you for your time, chief and entire command staff. This has been a
great partnership and a big honor.
A/Chairman Adam Kravitz - Thank you Alex, you have done a great job as chair for those of us
who have served on the committee for many years, we have moved forward to actually
accomplish business and get taken seriously.
A/Chairman Adam Kravitz — appointment of chair and vice chair, Adam has no interest in being
the chair, and would like to stay as vice chair.
Committee Member Julian Lineras — thank you Adam and Alex. I would like to make a motion.
A/Chairman Adam Kravitz — if someone wants to be chair, speak up and throw your hat in the
ring.
Committee Member Julian Lineras — motion to make chair Valerie Navarrete, she is doing a
great job in the other committees and will do a good job here.
Committee Member Valerie Navarrete — thank you.
Committee Member Seth Feuer, Valarie good choice, but I would like to see someone who has
been on the committee take the chair to keep up the great work we are doing. Homeless is also a
big issue I would like to see a subcommittee.
Committee Member Danny Aronson — We have a vice chair; he can serve in the absence. If
we are not ready to vote this week, we can vote in the next meeting. People can put their names
in the hat. I would like to see Seth considered. Valerie would be great, but to keep up the
momentum, it would be good to pause and think about.
Committee Member Seth Feuer — Danny thank you for the nomination. I think it is a good idea.
Seth to be chair and Valerie to be vice chair.
Committee Member Julian Lineras — made motion because I know the work that Valerie was
doing on the homeless committee and I believe she is one of the most understanding people in
Miami Beach and it wasn't easy. The committee needs someone like that.
A/Chairman Adam Kravitz — Seth is appointment is until 2022. 1 know that I am termed out, I
have two more years.
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Committee Member Curtis Slipman — Dan's comments were important. It would be wise for us
to take pause to see who is interested in the chair and vice chair and let everyone assess the
value of continuity. Also, providing an opportunity for someone to step up. This needs to be fully
transparent.
A/Chairman Adam Kravitz — if you want to make a motion to wait until next month.
Committee Member Curtis Slipman - motion to wait till next month for chair and vice chair.
Committee Member Rafael Velazquez - seconded motion.
Committee Member Seth Feuer — in favor of it, we are right in front of spring break and
someone from the committee needs to be side by side with department. I can do it for a month
and then we can revisit.
A/Chairman Adam Kravitz — I get Dan's point and what we could do is nominate and add to
agenda a liaison for purpose for spring break issues. I would amend Curtis motion that vote on
the chair and vice chair will be postponed to next meeting and agenda item. Anyone interested
should submit a brief one-page resume and why they want to be chair and what they see as the
vision of the city so we can discuss and vote. Also, emergency purposes appoint Seth and
Valerie as the liaison for spring break issues.
Alex Fernandez— code requires that there is a chair and vice chair. Spring break is important
and communication between committee and pd is very important. The command staff listens and
cares. We have a command staff and chief that listen to the feedback of the community.
Valerie has good relationship with PD.
Committee Member Cutis Slipman - good with the amendment, Adam calling vote, motion
passes.
Julian withdrew his motion.
Alex Fernandez recommendation — attendance at meeting is important, if you had members
present today that are interested and limit the interest to those who are here today.
A/Chairman Adam Kravitz — people may have a valid reason for not being here today.
First as a result of meeting with State Attorney KFR, she heard the message on the stand alone
stay away orders. The effectiveness has in the reduction of people arrested five or more times.
After the city and justice system had success in reducing the number of people arrested more
than five times, there was an appeals decision which a judge ruled this was not a bad instrument
that the judges couldn't issue these orders in Florida. State attorney put together a legislative
proposal asking to authorize them so the judges can have the authority to issue them again
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without probation.
The motion standalone stay away orders, she has come up with a proposal for the Florida
legislature to pass.
A/Chairman Adam Kravitz to move adoption, seconded by Committee Member Rafael
Velazquez.
Committee Member Seth Feuer — question for DC Jones new yacht offshore that plays music
loud at night, what can be done? 14 and west.
Deputy Chief Jones — we will have marine patrol deal with it.
A/Chairman Adam Kravitz — make motion to adopt second motion, asking city administration to
work with the clerk of courts so the police can better track the outcome of the arrests.
Committee Member Seth Feuer- seconded motion, no discussion, passed.by acclamation.
Committee Member Valerie Navarrete — like to ask support of committee on an ongoing
homeless committee item, medicating the mental ill homeless person, it's the Lazarus project. It
is important because they have illnesses and that causes problems for the residents. This for
discussion for support.
A/Chairman Adam Kravitz — I agree with you, but how does that fall in the area of our
committee.
Committee Member Valerie Navarrete — the pd has to intervein every time. They only have five
officers and when there is a problem we lose two of the officers to take the person to the hospital.
A/Chairman Adam Kravitz — is it in danger of not being funded?
Committee Member Valerie Navarrete — we all assume it was automatically renewed, but we
realized that the program isn't being funded by the city. We are trying to bring it back.
A/Chairman Adam Kravitz — is this going to commission?
Committee Member Valerie Navarrete — going to finance in February
Deputy Chief jones — the pd supports this 100 percent. This is run by Camilla's house. If we
can treat the mental illness properly and stabilize them, we maybe able to help them turn their
lives around. If they are on their meds, they may not act out.
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A/Chairman Adam Kravitz — propose motion that the Lazarus project is up for renewal and we
have heard from the pd who support the renewal and we would like to add our voice that having
heard from the pd, that they feel this would help reduce homeless and crime in Miami beach, that
committee supports renewal.
Committee Member Julian Lineras second the motion. Adam asking for objections... NONE
Committee Member Lizette Lopez — is the drug imposed on them voluntary or involuntary?
Deputy Chief Jones — it is voluntary, there is an intake process.
A/Chairman Adam Kravitz — is it one drug or all they need
Committee Member Valerie Navarrete — case by case, depends on what they need.
Deputy Chief Jones — each person goes thru a process. This is a well-run program.
A/Chairman Adam Kravitz -Any other business? None
Meeting adjourned at 656
February 16, 2021
Members in Attendance:
Adam Kravitz
Daniel Aronson
Alexander Fryd
Julian Linares
Rafael Velasquez
Guests:
Deputy Chief Jones
Captain Mimi Pfrogner
Alex Fernandez
Public Speakers
Alex Fernandez
Meeting to order
Pamela Brumer Christine Klingspor
Chairman Seth Feuer Samuel Rabin
Lizette Lopez Moshe Rothman
V/Chair Valerie Navarrete Curtis Slipman
A/Chief Paul Acosta Captain Steve Feldman
Ernesto Rodriguez Lt. Paul Ozaeta
Sgt. Ozzy Ramos
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Motion to approve minutes, by Committee Member Sam Rabin, seconded by Committee Member
Valerie Navarrete, passed by acclamation.
New committee members — committee members introduced themselves.
A/Chair Adam Kravitz — time to nominate and elect a new chair and vice chair. Interested
members who wanted to be chair and vice chair we asked for resumes. Seth and Valerie put
themselves forward. Open floor to discussion.
Committee Member Danny Aronson - thank you both for stepping up, it is a big deal, impressive
stuff, we will definitely have great leadership. I put Seth's name in nomination for the next committee
chair.
A/Chair Adam Kravitz — they are both in and we can go for a vote,
Committee Member Samuel Rabin — how long has each nominee been on the committee?
Seth has been on the committee the past 3 years, Valerie joined last month and was on the formerly
on the homeless committee
A/Chairman Adam Kravitz — the vote is unanimous, Seth is the new char.
A/Chairman Adam Kravitz - nominations for vice chair, I would like to continue to be vice chair,
but if Valerie wants to nominate herself it's fine,
A/Chairman Adam Kravitz - Valerie will now be nominated as vice chair and seconded by
Committee Member Curtis Slipman. Passed by acclamation.
Chairman Seth Feuer - this is our committee and I look forward to serving everyone and if you
need anything feel free to ask me. Robin will send my email and phone number to committee.
Public Discussion
Chairman Seth Feuer - Alex Fernandez motions, Alex can you please give us an overview?
Alex Fernandez - thank you to the committee in speaking with community members, there is a lot
of concern about convenience stores, tattoo parlors that take over city blocks and define a lot of
real estate. The idea is offering to the commission the possibility of adopting a policy to require
minimum distance between a cell phone repair shop and a liquor store, distance requirements per
category. Seems that the commission and community are interested in considering this.
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Chairman Seth Feuer — any comments
Committee Member Rafael Velasquez — I oppose this motion; I have looked at it and I believe
that considering we are a tourist city and we have many restaurants and bars to require distances
between them could inhibit our businesses and livelihood. It is well intended, but we need to go
back to drawing board. It is vague. Don't like the current format.
Vice Chair Valerie Navarrete — this is more like for fast food restaurants, five -dollar places that
create a lot of problems.
Alex Fernandez — there are already requirements when it comes to the bars.
Chairman Seth Feuer — there is good intention and good ideas, at what point do you dictate to a
landlord where you can do that. The flipside — our businesses need to be more responsible; we
are residents and want to the best for our city. It doesn't make for the environment that brings
upscale people; we need to encourage the commission to take steps necessary to start to elevate
the current conversation.
Committee Member Curtis Slipman — we live in a free society; we do have the prerogative to
dictate to real estate owners what kind of community we want to live in. it incurs risk, political
change, you must accept that. I think that it would be nice if we can curate what kinds of businesses
come into our community. It would have to be more specific. If we make the right decision, the
value of the real estate goes up.
Alex Fernandez — it is vague by design because we are the advisory committee, giving the city
commission the room as the policy setting body, they can put in the fine details that they feel would
make a good policy.
Vice Chair Valerie Navarrete — maybe run this by city attorney office. You have an idea and we
can't go too specific.
Committee Member Daniel Aronson — thanks to Alex, always well intention and usually has a lot
of thought behind his ideas. This is a bit beyond the ambit of the committee, let us focus on our
police department and leaders in creating best possible relationships with the citizens and residents.
Like to go back to our core mission, Seth had great ideas. I wouldn't look at this motion unless the
chief and leadership team feel that is what we need for our residents.
Committee Member Danny Aronson made a motion to move on to the next order of business,
Committee Member Samuel Rabin seconded the motion.
Committee Member Samuel Rabin - committee focus should be on police matters and there
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needs to be a more comprehensive view, ultimately there must be a change in the landlords,
economics, enforcement zoning laws, etc. as a committee, we should try and start coming up with
more global solutions to the problem. This motion is a band aid.
Committee Member Alex Fryd — don't think this is necessarily issue for our board, more of a
zoning issue. Recommendation to address the global problem, support projects and people who
come to the community and want to improve things.
Vice Chair Valerie Navarrete — we should look more into this and let the city guide us and figure
it out. We shouldn't just ignore this.
Chairman Seth Feuer — each of us has different things we are passionate about, but there are
certain things that people are passionate about and then they should research and bring it to the
table for discussion.
Committee Member Samuel Rabin — making an amendment to table this to a future meeting for
study.
Committee Member Danny Aronson - seconded motion.
Passed by acclamation.
Chairman Seth Feuer — seconded motion business tax receipts
Alex Fernandez — we have incidents that occur at establishments, once they are licensed you see
the calls for service that they are generating — recommend that commission further vet these
establishments before renewing them and issue conditions for the renewal of the business license
to insure they are operating in the safe condition as possible.
Chairman Seth Feuer — any discussion?
Committee Member Rafael Velasquez — I don't agree. I believe as Danny mentioned, this goes
beyond the scope of our committee. I feel that we shouldn't be making it more difficult for business
to do their thing in Miami Beach.
Vice Chair Valerie Navarrete — the two items go hand in hand, way to control. We want to keep
good business and we want the bad operators out.
Chairman Seth Feuer — I agree that these go hand in hand and the commission is taking action,
we should put these together and want to the committee to go forward unanimously. We need to
approach this properly.
Committee Member Danny Aronson — agreed
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Committee Member Samuel Rabin — move to table it and join with other motion
Committee Member Danny Aronson — seconded, motion passes
Chairman Seth Feuer — does someone want to take ownership of these issues?
Committee Member Danny Aronson — Alex thank you, we appreciate all you are doing. We are
respectful and always try to bring it back to the pd. New committee members need to get to know
the pd. The chief would sponsor where we spotlight a different element of the pd for new members,
it is invaluable to get to know the leadership team of the pd. We need to bring that back. Let our
new members and all of us be refreshed in the pd and management team.
Chairman Seth Feuer — good idea, I will speak with Chief Clements and we will come up with
something. We used to do walk throughs and maybe we can have a presentation and overview.
Committee Member Danny Aronson — heads of departments, PowerPoint, what they do and don't
do.
Chairman Seth Feuer — great idea, Robin to send information regarding cpa when it begins again.
Does anyone want to take ownership of the ocean drive stuff we have been speaking about?
Vice Chair Valerie Navarrete — motion 1 and 2, 1 will take ownership of all of them, I don't
understand number 4.
Chairman Seth Feuer - open motion 3, Committee Member Rafael Velazquez to move the motion,
seconded by Vice Chair Valerie Navarrete
All in favor, passes unanimously. Motion 3 passes by acclamation.
Alex Fernandez — number 4 — law enforcement in our city says that people committing these crimes
are not from the community and neither are the victims. The pd has been trying to make the
community and tourists feel safer. We can target those visitors and let them know we have
enhanced policing. We have marketing experts that can get this idea and make it flourish.
Chairman Seth Feuer — can we have a motion to approve the digital advertising motion?
Committee Member Julian Lineras - to make motion, sam seconded?
This is interesting and a great idea. Would like to hear the department perspective on this. Don't
want this to come back to us negatively. Visitors are not respecting our city. And we need to get
the message out and it's hard when you have a new set up people every few days. We are about
to go into spring break for 8 weeks.
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Vice Chair Valerie Navarrete — we need to have some education for the tourists to respect the
police. Would that go on this or would this be something different.
Alex Fernandez — the development of the messaging can be developed by the committee. The
best way to reach people is thru social media.
Chairman Seth Feuer — do certain things to protect yourself can come from a hotel. It is a matter
of packaging this correctly.
Committee Member Rafael Velasquez — advertising in our city is always a good thing and has
potential to be positive, we don't want to scare people away. We need to table and discuss further
how we would like to advertise.
Officer Ernie Rodriguez — we are discussing digital advertising and target advertising. This is
getting ready to be rolled out already. There is a concentrated effort happening already and you
will begin to see many more. We intend to expand on our bus benches and partner with the
community.
A/C Paul Acosta - public safety is number one, we need to send out a clear message to everyone,
you can come to Miami beach and have fun, but if you are going to break the law, things will not be
tolerated. We are approaching spring break with a no tolerance mindset. We want our residents
to be safe and day to day police services are not interrupted. You will see a lot of police presence
during spring break. Targeting messaging, we are targeting folks who are coming to Miami Beach.
We need to be creative as a police department and let people know that everything does not go
here and we want our folks to feel safe.
Chairman Seth Feuer — is there anything we can do to help augment digital advertising?
Officer Ernie Rodriguez — we have been highlighting good arrests, dangerous criminals, firearm
seizures, and we share messaging as much as we can. Others can share information as well, you
can grab from our fb page or reach out to me and I can help you to get the messages across and
to the ears of our residents. It is important to highlight the great police work our agency does day
in and day out.
Chairman Seth Feuer — we get people to stop the conversation and always support the pd.
Alex Fernandez — city already moving in direction, we don't have to vote on motion 4, we are
already doing that.
Committee Member Rafael Velazquez withdrew motion
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Major Henry Doce to speak about spring break —
We have changed days off configuration of the entire department and everyone is either off Sunday,
Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday, Thursday, Friday which gives us ability to enhance staffing on
the weekends. 60% working Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, while 40% working rest of
the week. Chief has gotten assistance from Miami Dade. They will be here for the month of march
Fridays and Sundays. They will be on Collins Ave posts. We will have to hold officers and recruit
officers if we need more people on the street. Restriction of parking on Collins Ave has been huge
and helped quell some of the parties in the cars. Enforcing residential permitting off of Collins Ave
and towing if you are not a permit 5 holder. 7 — 10 street on the east side is also a no parking zone.
Looking to do this to 15th street. Try to funnel everything into the parking garages which will be
operating at 50
% due to COVID restrictions.
Chairman Seth Feuer — we need to have public works work with pd regarding lighting.
Major Henry Doce — we have partnered up with parking to enforce residential parking and towing.
We are now very strict.
V/Chair Valerie Navarrete — there is an item in neighborhoods to get more lights and cameras on
the streets. Is that something that we should support, maybe committee has a recommendation.
Chairman Seth Feuer — there are two types of lighting, led and the older lights.
Major Henry Doce — light towers are noisy but they are needed. We are working on getting this
done as fast as we can
Chairman Seth Feuer — want to be here to support pd, I would like to suggest having a meeting in
two weeks to have something on the agenda.
Alex Fernandez — we can have a special meeting, can't take action, attendance isn't mandatory.
Chairman Seth Feuer — great to do, Valerie and Rafael support the idea.
Captain Steven Feldman — two weeks may not be long enough. March 9 or regular meeting
maybe more appropriate. March 4-7 and 11-14 are high impact. 9 or 16 will be good. March 9 will
be special meeting and 16 regular schedule meeting.
Major Henry Doce — that is called obstruction and we do arrest them. It is state statute.
Alex Fernandez — our state leaislature may be lookina at min mandatory iail sentences for people
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who engage in violence at the police... not sure can bring this up for the future. Maybe you can
urge the commission to support legislation at the state level.
Captain Steve Feldman — proposal by governor on anti -mob, creates min mandatory during a riot.
Meeting adjourned 750pm
March 16, 2021 — Committee virtual meeting notes:
Committee member present on Teams teleconference call:
Adam Kravitz
Daniel Aronson Pamela Brumer
Alexander Fryd Chairman Seth Feuer Samuel Rabin
Julian Linares Lizette Lopez Moshe Rothman
Rafael Velasquez V/Chair Valerie Navarrete Curtis Slipman
Guests:
Captain Henry Doce Captain Steve
FeldmanCaptain Mimi Pfrogner
Motion was made by Chairman Alex Fernandez to approve the minutes from the last meeting.
Motion was seconded by Vice Chairman Adam Kravitz and passed by acclamation.
Public Speakers
Alex Fernandez
Major Henry Doce to update Spring Break:
Committee why are people more aggressive?
Major Henry Doce — Since George Floyd death, tourists are of a different mindset and are not used
to the ways of Florida. People come here thinking they can do whatever they want to do, which is
not the case. Zero tolerance for the city is working for us. It keeps us in a better place. We are
absolutely doing the right thing. Our residents cannot walk out the door because of the crowds. You
must curtail the behavior and control it. Every gun we take off the street is a good thing we must do
those thinas. oolice work is necessarv. it is not Drettv.
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Captain Steve Feldman — If there is zero tolerance why are we still seeing these things? We are
zero tolerance with the people who are not cooperative with us and the people who we see. There
are still going to be some things that you see, if the officers see it, they approach the people and
deal with it. We need to have officers available to respond to incidents throughout the evening,
Committee — 15 between Collins and Ocean when the cars are stuck and can't go south on Collins
they are making u turns and coming around the loop and owners can't get back to their homes. We
had a resident only sign during MDW, is that something that we can have again? It may be helpful.
Major Henry Doce — There is an OD committee looking at the alleyway. They were thinking of
flipping that so you can go south on the alleyway. Bring it up at the next OD meeting.
Chairman Seth Feuer — I would love it if committee members would attend their committee
meetings. I would like people to commit to attending to the extent possible because it will help us
and help the residents understand how the department is working. Maybe we should come up with
a list of the neighborhoods that the people are in. I will work with Robin. These are important times
for our city.
Committee Member Seth Feuer - To make a motion supporting the item on agenda R71 allocating
funds for PD (look it up and see what it is) and accelerated installation for security cameras.
Committee Member Adam Kravitz - To move that we send a letter in support of R71, s
Committee Member Seth Feuer -The funds and initiatives get fast tracked as soon as possible.
Adam to accept amendment.
Committee Member Sam Rabin — seconded
Recommendation of PCRC that item R71 we support the option specifically the funding for the
RTCC, the increased staffing in the ADCD and the accelerated installation of the security cameras
and we urge that the funding be made available to the Miami Beach Police Department as soon as
possible.
Motion passes by acclamation
April 20, 2021 — Committee virtual meeting notes:
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Committee member present on Teams teleconference call:
Seth Feuer, Chairman
Christine Klingspor
Bruce Reich
Valerie Navarrete Vice Chair
Adam Kravitz
Moshe Rothman
Daniel Aronson
Julian Linares
Curtis Slipman
Pamela Brumer
Lizette Lopez
Rafael Velasquez
Alexander Fryd
Samuel Rabin
Guests:
Major Henry Doce Captain Steve Feldman Captain Javier Matias
Captain Jovan Campbell Yoe Lopez Alex Fernandez
Motion was made by Committee Member Curtis Slipman to approve the minutes from the last
meeting. Motion was seconded by Committee Member Julian Lineras and passed by
acclamation.
City Attorney Yoe Lopez speaking regarding Sunshine Laws:
The question was brought up about recording meetings, if the committee wishes to do so, a
motion should be made and if it passes, the meetings can be recorded.
Committee Members were discussing their opinions on recording meetings. According to the Legal
Advisor, only motions and major decisions are required.
Legal Advisor Yoe Lopez - committee members putting things on agenda — city recommends
when a member want to reach out to staff and then staff coordinate with chair in order to place on
the agenda. Send to Robin and she coordinate with chair and place accordingly. Also, there is
nothing prohibiting something from stopping something from getting on agenda. Make motion
during next meeting to have it heard discussed or placed on the agenda. Members should send
the agenda item to staff to coordinate with chair and place on the agenda.
Committee Member Curtis Slipman — motion that going forward, our meetings should be
recorded.
Committee Member Adam Kravitz — seconded motion
Discussion of motion — Captain Feldman stated we share some information on the department
that will have to be excluded based on statute 119.
Committee Member Curtis Slipman — Withdraw motion
Committee Member Rafael Velasquez — motion that moving forward, we record the meetings,
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there was no second, the motion failed.
Vice Chair Valerie Navarrete — motion to move the meeting date to the second Tuesday of the
month beginning in July. Motion passed unanimously.
There was an update on Spring Break from Major Henry Doce and Captain Steve Feldman.
Chairman Seth Feuer — Next meeting we will discuss Memorial Day Weekend.
Major Doce — quick overview of Memorial Day Weekend including the Air & Sea Show hours and
programming.
Committee members spoke regarding the Mayor's 12 -point plan, and as a committee can make
recommendations.
June 15, 2021
Seth Feuer, Chairman
Christine Klingspor
Valerie Navarrete Vice Chair
Adam Kravitz
Julian Linares
Curtis Slipman
Moshe Richardson
Samuel Rabin
Alexander Fryd
Guests:
Chief Richard Clements Captain Steve Feldman
Resolution — made by Committee Member Samuel Rabin, seconded by Committee
Member Alex Fryd, passed by acclamation.
Be It Resolved that the Police Citizens Relations Committee has received information
that additional law enforcement officers have a significant and positive impact on
controlling crime in the City of Miami Beach, hereby announce our support for the
City to hire additional police officers to the extent that the budget permits.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
Production Industry Council - PIC
CHAIRPERSON:
Joanna Rose Kravitz
CITY LIAISON:
Veronica Hennig
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD:
6 meetings held. Second Thursday of every month.
ACTIVITY: To understand, evaluate and advance the benefits of film, production and entertainment as it relates
to residents, business, tourism and overall commerce for the City of Miami Beach.
Special areas of focus included, but were not limited to:
• Helping to establish the strong link between a well -funded / politically supported film incentive program
and a robust Florida economy with growing tourism and enhancing the "Miami Beach" brand.
• To continue develop relationships with organizations such of the National Association of Television
Producers and Executives ("NATPE"), Slamdance, Sundance and other key film industry organizations.
• Establish and grow relationships with residents and stakeholders to showcase the importance of the
industry to Miami Beach.
• Liaise with the Office of Film and Entertainment ("OFE") and FilmFlorida to provide support when and
where necessary to increase availability and access to film incentives.
• Discussion of success of College Football Championship, Miami Beach Film & Print Covid-19 Relief
Grant, "Now & Then" (Apple TV Series) and other production/special event activations that provide
community support of film, TV and photography.
• Discussion on revising permitting approach in a post-COVIDI9 environment.
• Discussion on TCD's ongoing efforts to develop community driven Special Event activations such as
"Rethink", "Throwback Bash", "Juneteenth", "Fire on the Fourth"
FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
• Ongoing efforts in areas outlined above including new areas of focus as may be determined by change in
political climate as it relates to film incentives, permitting issues, or other challenges or opportunities as
may arise.
• To identify other areas of economic and other support to incentivize both established and emerging film
and digital production in the State of Florida and more specifically Miami -Dade.
• Continue working with City, VCA, and CAC to identify ways to improve existing and potential
opportunities for incentivizing productions to Miami Beach, and supporting local filmmaker talent.
• Continue efforts to educate the residents and key stakeholders in the community on the importance of
film, print and special event production in Miami Beach.
• Continue to actively partner to showcase local film screenings of Miami Beach local filmmakers.
• Encouraging the marketing/FAM trips of Miami Beach locales.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
• Participated in NATPE's GMCVB Session on Miami Dade Locations and available Film Incentives.
• Successfully continued to permit Film & Print permits through evolving COVID-19 restrictions,
furthering the City's position as a film friendly location.
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• Provided support to 0 Cinemain attempt to establish a Miami Beach location for a Sundance 2021
activation.
• Approval and establishment of the Special Event Sponsorship Guidelines.
• Supported efforts to establish a state funded Film Incentive/Rebate program
• Continued to track a low number of problematic location complaints by working with City Departments
to identify best approaches to productions and avoid the most common issues.
• Developed, proposed and activated revisions to the Film Incentive Grant program.
• Established a partnership with Oolite Arts to develop the "Sustainability in Action" PSA program under
the revised Film Incentive program, to foster local filmmakers and support the City's Sustainability and
Environmental Department's Climate Action Plan.
Letters to Commission
• LTC 069-2021 Production Industry Council Motion (02/16/21)
MOTION: Motion to recommend the City Commission support the creation of a State of Florida funded
Film Rebate Program to incentivize the Film, Television and Digital Industry in an effort to revitalize the
State Economy from the economic downturn relating to Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19). As of
February 3,2020, there are two State of Florida bills (Senate Bill 704: Entertainment Industry and House
Bill 757: Film, Television, and Digital Media Targeted Rebate Program) in support of funding a Film
Rebate Program. (attached).
LTC 115-2021 Production Industry Council Motion X17/211
Motion: To support proposed revisions to the Miami Beach Film Incentive (attached) that maximize the
impact and expand opportunities for industry activations, diversify the scope of qualifying productions,
and bolster local industry and workforce by incentivizing Miami -Dade County resident hires, as well as
provide relief for COVID-19 Safety and Sanitation costs; and to support the creation and funding of
programs, in FY 21-22, that encourage and benefit local independent filmmakers and foster partnerships
with film festivals and other non-profit film and production institutions supporting and utilizing Miami
Beach talent.
• LTC 248-2021 Production Industry Council Motions (06/16/21)
Motion #1: Recommend maintaining the City Code provision regarding the denial Film & Print permits,
for one (1) year, to first-time offenders that have received a violation for filming, without a permit, in a
residential area.
Motion #2: Recommend the City Attorney's Office explore and review an appeal process for the
mandatory one (1) year moratorium penalty for filming without a permit in a residential area, that would
include community participation.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
Program for Public Information (PPI) Committee
(previously referred to as Resiliency Communications
Committee)
CHAIRPERSON:
Tonya Daniels, Director of Marketing and Communications
CITY LIAISON:
Amy Knowles, Chief Resilience Officer
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD:
1
ACTIVITY:
The mission of the Program for Public Information (PPI) Committee is to create and monitor a
Program for Public Information to assist the community to reduce flood risk and ultimately reduce the
cost of flood insurance. The PPI is an activity of the National Flood Insurance Program's Community
Rating System (CRS) that compliments the City's approach to economic resilience and public
participation.
During the last committee meeting, the following topics were discussed:
• Tonya Daniels, Chair, announced she will be resigning from the City and introduced
Melissa Berthier as the communications representative for the next meeting
• Overview of updates on FIRM maps and datum
• Mark Viera, a representative from FEMA, gave a presentation on FIRM updates
• Review of resilience communication and flood awareness
• Recommendations for target audiences, messages, and projects
• Overview of new regulatory standards
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FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
The City released its Annual PPI Plan Update and Evaluation Report in December of 2020, which tracks
the status of PPI outreach activities and provides recommendations for improvement. The city will
continue completing outreach activities as specified by this report. This report will be updated and sent
to commission in the fall.
The City is preparing outreach and communication materials to let the community know about the new
FIRM maps and datums. The goal of these communications is also to let the community know that these
updates might affect flood insurance rates and that they should reach out to their agents to understand
personal impact.
The 2020 CRS cycle verification audit was conducted in December, the next one is scheduled for 2023.
A new Community Survey is going to be conducted in January 2022 and results are expected that
spring.
The next committee meeting will take place in the fall.
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ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
Miami Beach's (CRS) Score has improved to Class 5 in April of 2019. This increased flood insurance
premiums savings from 20% to 25% citywide - a total of $8.6 million annually. This will help offset any
increasing federal rates.
In the summer of 2020, the city was able to retain its Class 5 rating during the annual recertification
despite facing COVID-19 demands. This means the community will continue to enjoy 25% savings in
flood insurance premiums or $8.2 million. Retaining this rating required an interdisciplinary effort
focused on conducting and documenting CRS activities. This was not an easy task considering that all
in-person meetings switched to virtual meetings and staff took on new priorities to respond to COVID-
19. However, reducing flood risk is a top priority for the city — even during a pandemic.
A PPI Annual Update & Evaluation report was developed in 2020 to evaluate outcomes from the original
PPI Plan created. The Committee uses performance indicators that measure progress toward the
outlined outcomes of the Plan. In addition, the City has developed dashboards that further analyze and
visualize data related to flood risk reduction efforts.
The city completed the 2020 CRS cycle verification audit in December 2020, with the goal of maintaining
its CRS score. In order to do this, an interdisciplinary team formed and meets every week to review
projects and gather documentation.
After action reviews to evaluate the impact of a heavy rain events and King Tides were conducted in
2020. The after actions included recommendations for better analyzing these types of events,
communicating with the public and documenting flooding.
Key messages developed by this Committee continue to be used by the Communications team when
advising and alerting residents about real-time flooding and actions to take.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
Senior Affairs Committee
CHIARPERSON:
Debi Quade, Chair.
Oscar Llorente, Vice Chair
CITY LIAISON:
Diana Fontani
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD: 6
ACTIVITY: Jan 2021- June 2021
Jan Meeting- Vaccine Update from Fire Chief Vigil Fernandez; Discussion Regarding
Commissioner Gongora's Agenda Item on Assisting Seniors During the Pandemic with
Loneliness; TownHall Discussion
Feb Meeting- Transportation Department Update from Jose Gonzalez and Milos Majstorovic:
Follow Up Discussion Regarding Commissioner Gongora's Agenda Item on Assisting Seniors
During the Pandemic with Loneliness; Update on TownHall Discussion
March Meeting- Senior Affairs Commitee Town Hall Meeting
April Meeting -Update on Discussion Regarding Commissioner Gongora's Agenda Item on
Assisting Seniors During the Pandemic with Loneliness; Senior Events Offered by City of Miami
Beach Parks and Recreation Department; Senior Events Offered by Melina
May Meeting- Presentation from April Hoyt, AVP of Safety, Administration of Mount Sinai
Regarding Hospital Plans During Hurricane; Presentation from City of Miami Beach's Hurricane
Plans for Seniors Update; Presentation from City of Miami Beach's Transportation Department
Regarding Stella Maris cross walk, Freebies and Trolleys
June Meeting- Introduction of New Member Maria Marrero representing Blackstone; Special
Presentation from Vice Mayor Michael Gongora; Police Update From Major Enrique Doce
PURPOSE OF THE COMMITTEE: The purpose of the Senior Affairs Committee is to provide
senior citizen residents of the City with the opportunity to represent and articulate the needs of
persons 55 years of age and older, to foster increased involvement in the affairs of City
government by senior citizens residents, and to provide recommendations to the Mayor and City
Commissioners on issues and programs affecting the City's senior Citizen population.
CURRENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
• Hosted the Senior Affairs Town Hall Meeting
• Provided caregivers parking located near the senior centers at metered lots and garages
• Provided additional information regarding reporting trolley issues to each senior center via
posters
• Provided free beach chairs and umbrellas for Seniors on the Beach behind UNIDAD
• Potential Virtual Town Hall Dedicated to Seniors
• Monthly City Departments Meet and Greet to the Senior Affairs Committee
FUTURE ACTIVITIES
Continue the mission of to committee by focusing on what senior centers need most during this
pandemic
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
Sustainability Committee
CHAIRPERSON:
Margarita Kruyff
CITY LIAISON:
Yanira Pineda
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD:
6
ACTIVITY:
Identify and promote policies and practices with the City of Miami Beach aimed at achieving a
sustainable environment, as well as to minimize negative impacts and maximize benefits to the
environment.
FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
-Support continued efforts to monitor and maintain the cleanliness of the city's waterways.
Identify opportunities for incorporating green infrastructure, reducing stormwater impacts, and
improving water quality citywide.
Identify opportunities for the energy efficiency and water conservation initiatives throughout the
city.
Support initiatives and policies to mitigate for the city's transportation carbon footprint and reduce
GHG emissions, such as bike pathways, EV stations, public transportation (non -diesel), water
-transportation and other alternative modes of transportation.
Continue to support initiatives to reduce city-wide energy consumption.
Continue to support grants for sustainability initiatives.
-Support the development of programs that enhance the city's natural resources.
-Support the reduction of fertilizer/pesticide use.
-Identify opportunities to increase protecting and increase the urban forest/g reen space.
-Support the incorporation of projects, programming and education to promote pollinator habitats
-Identify opportunities for green procurement for local businesses
Identify locations more centralized drop off locations or non -household rec clables.
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ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
Continued to identify and combat concerns with ongoing litter issues.
Provided support and feedback on expanding the #PlasticFreeMB business certification program.
Appointed a committee member as an Ex -Officio Non -Voting Member to the Mayor's G.O. Bond
Oversight Committee.
Supported the adoption of the Fertilizer Ordinance to protect the health of Biscayne Bay.
Supported efforts to increase habitats and awareness for pollinators and pollinating plants.
Supported the continuation of virtual Sustainachella workshops.
Recommended the adoption of a benchmarking policy for properties to reach net -zero emissions
-goal by 2050.
Supported a shoreline restoration project along the Julia Tuttle Causeway with mangroves and
other enhancements.
Urged the enforcement of 100% reusables wares requirement for beachfront concessionaires.
Urged the prioritization of the sustainable forestry principles as laid out by the Urban Forestry
Master Plan.
Supported the allocation of funding for an energy assessment of municipal buildings and the
allocation of funding to execute energy efficiency upgrades in city facilities.
Supported the ongoing development of the Climate Action Plan.
Recommend that waste haulers include effective and unified messaging, on their recycling and
trash bins.
Supported the City's partnership with Solar United Neighbors and the solar co-op.
Supported home and community -wide composting initiatives.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
TRANSPORTATION, PARKING & BICYLE PEDESTRIAN
FACILITIES COMMITTEE
CHAIRPERSON:
AL FEOLA / MARC EDELSTEIN
CITY LIAISON:
MONICA BELTRAN
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD:
FIVE (5); NO MTG HELD IN JUNE
ACTIVITY:
January 11, 2021:
o Julia Tuttle BERT Project — express bus on outside shoulder
o Update on Traffic Plan for Ocean Drive
o Transportation Department Items:
o West Ave & 17th ST Bike Box
o Meridian Ave Bike Lanes
o Meridian Ave Mid -Block Signal
0 72nd/73rd ST Bike Lanes
o Euclid Ave Bike Lanes
o Update on Pilot Projects: Flamingo Park Neighborhood Slow Streets Washington
Ave Road Diet
February 8, 2021:
o Transportation Department Items:
o Update on Trolley & Freebee Service
o Status Report Items: Parking Status Report — November 2020
March 8, 2021:
o Status/Update on CIP Projects (Indian Creek/Venetian/Beachwalk)
o Parking Department Items:
o Spring Break Operations
o Update on Freight Loading Zone Operations
o Transportation Department Items:
o Update on 71 st ST Business District / Maimonides Street Parking
Shortage & Traffic Flow
o Crosswalk at 300 Alton
o Monthly Trolley and Freebee ridership update
Aoril 12. 2021:
o Appointment of Chair/Vice-Chair
o Update on CIP Projects (Venetian)
o Transportation Department Items:
o Better Bus Plan Presentation by MDT
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o What is being done to cover during peak times/social distancing
o Late night buses — getting passengers home from Downtown, Midtown
and Wynwood (Omni Center Station & Downtown/Brickell Center)
bus fare assistance for hospitality & retail workers after June 1, 2021
when bus fare returns
o Trolley & Freebee ridership report
o Trolley low daily usage
o Recommendation to reduce or stop trolly until county bus fare returns
Mav 10. 2021:
o Resuming in-person Committee meetings
o Transportation Department Items:
o Monthly Trolley & Freebee ridership report
o Update on Washington Ave Street Pilot
o Update on Better Bus Project
o Southbound Alton delays & 43rd ST light at Mt. Sinai
• Status Report Items: Parking Status Report — December 2020, January & February 2021
FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
PARKING:
• Curb Management/Freight Loading Zones
• Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
• Smart Parking (Space Monitoring)
• North Beach Civic Complex / 72nd Street Garage
• Valet in ADCD
TRANSPORTATION ACTIVITIES (FY 2020/2021):
• Further development and implementation of pedestrian improvements consistent with the
Adopted Modal Prioritization Resolution and adopted 2016 Transportation Master Plan
including implementation
of pedestrian priority zones, exclusive pedestrian phases at signalized intersections, and
LED pedestrian flashing beacons at crosswalks
• Further development and build -out of a citywide bicycle network, including projects
recommended in the Adopted Transportation Master Plan and Bicycle -Pedestrian Master
Plan (e.g. painting green bike lanes,
installing bicycle corrals and bicycle parking at parking garages and street ends, installing
bike repair stations, and implementing parking -protected and buffered bike lanes,
neighborhood greenways, complete
streets, and shared -use off-road paths)
• Work with Miami -Dade Transit to implement the Better Bus Network that addresses the
concerns and needs of Miami Beach
• Consistent with the Miami -Dade County Strategic Miami Area Rapid Transit (SMART) Plan,
implementation of regional mass transit solutions including the Beach Express Bus Express
Rapid Transit (BERT) projects
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using the shoulders of the Julia Tuttle and MacArthur Causeways (i.e. Beach Express North
BERT, Beach Express Central BERT, and Beach Express South BERT)
• Consistent with the Adopted Miami -Dade County SMART Plan, continue to work with Miami -
Dade County and the community to advance the locally preferred alternative for the Beach
Corridor Rapid Transit Project which
proposes an elevated rapid transit connection across the MacArthur Causeway connecting
Miami Beach, Downtown Miami, Midtown Miami, and Design District
• Implementation of the Intelligent Transportation System and Smart Parking System Project
to improve traffic flow, enhance parking availability, improve incident response, communicate
incidents affecting traffic to the
motoring public, and more efficiently manage congestion in real time
• Work with Miami -Dade County to facilitate a waterborne commuter ferry service connecting
Downtown Miami and South Beach
• Planning and development of mobility hubs and intercept parking garages in South Beach,
Mid -Beach, and North Beach to improve the convenience of multimodal transfers and
promote the use of alternative forms of transportation
• Execution of a contract for the construction/operation/maintenance of new iconic bus
shelters throughout the City
• Launch bicycle and pedestrian safety campaigns in collaboration with Communications and
Police Departments
• Continue the implementation of traffic signal retiming efforts to improve traffic flow along
major thoroughfares citywide while balancing the safety and convenience needs of
pedestrians
• Continue exploring partnerships and sponsorship opportunities for pilot/demonstration
projects in the City advancing autonomous vehicle technology, including autonomous mass
transit shuttles
• Expand on -demand transit service to provide first mile/last mile connectivity in areas
currently not served or underserved by the City's trolley service and/or County bus service
and as a traffic mitigation strategy during roadway construction and major events
• Continue collaborating with Miami -Dade County to implement Adaptive Traffic Signal Control
(Smart Traffic Signals) along the City's major thoroughfares
• Deploy an integrated multimodal mobile application to provide real time trip planning, both
regionally and within the City
ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
March 8, 2021:
Crosswalk at 300 Alton:
✓ Motion Passed: TPBPFC requested for City to take steps towards a warrant study to
improve the crosswalk at the 300 block of Alton to make it more protective for pedestrians.
Alternatives for consideration in the study should include, but not be limited to: Maintaining
a left turn lane on the northbound side of Alton and possibly relocating the crosswalk to the
north side of the intersection. This analysis of alternatives should also include a survey of
businesses in the area and pedestrian usage counts (LTC #113-2021
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Other Business:
✓ Motion Passed: TPBPFC nominated Marc Edelstein as Chair and Al Feola as Vice -Chair
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
Miami Beach Visitor and Convention Authority
CHAIRPERSON:
Steve Adkins
CITY LIAISON:
Grisette Roque Marcos
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD:
6
ACTIVITY:
February 9, 2021:
The December 2, 2020 meeting minutes were approved. Motion by Mr. Neary to approve the
December 2, 2020, meeting minutes. Seconded by Mr. Rollins. Motion passes unanimously.
An overview of the 2020/2021 budget was provided to the Board.
A list of upcoming events was provided to the Board.
Ms. Garcia-Arrogante provided an overview of the "Open House" project
A grant in the amount of $28,000 was awarded to the Bachateando Dance Festival. Motion by Mr.
Neary to grant $28,000 for the Bachateando Dance Festival. Seconded by Mr. Rollins. Motion
passes unanimously.
A grant in the amount of $32,000 was awarded to Miami Beach Pride 2021. Motion by Mr. Lehman
to grant $32,000 for Miami Beach Pride 2021. Seconded by Mr. Plutzik. Motion passes
unanimously.
A grant in the amount of $28,000 was awarded to the National Salute to Motion by Mr. Neary to
grant $28,000 for National Salute to America's Heroes. Seconded by Mr. Rollins. Motion passes
unanimously.
March 23, 2021:
The February 9, 2021 meeting minutes were approved. Motion by Mr. Neary to approve the
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February 9, 2021 meeting minutes. Seconded by Mr. Rollins. Motion passes unanimously.
An overview of the 2020/2021 budget was provided to the Board.
A list of upcoming events was provided to the Board.
A grant in the amount of $68,000 was awarded to the 2021 Food Network & Cooking Channel South
Beach Wine + Food Festival. Motion by Mr. Lehman to grant $68,000 for the 2021 Food Network &
Cooking Channel South Beach Wine + Food Festival. Seconded by Mr. Rollins. Motion passes
unanimously.
March 30, 2021:
A Public Relations/Marketing discussion was held with partner organizations.
The MBVCA's PR firm presented a marketing plan in conjunction with the GMCVB, to the Board.
An overview of the 2020/2021 budget was provided to the Board.
A list of upcoming events was provided to the Board.
April 8, 2021:
The March 23, 2021 meeting minutes were approved. Motion by Mr. Neary to approve the March
23, 2021 meeting minutes. Seconded by Mr. Plutzik. Motion passes unanimously.
An overview of the 2020/2021 budget was provided to the Board.
A list of upcoming events was provided to the Board.
The proposed PR/Marketing plan was presented to, and approved, by the Board by Hill & Knowlton.
Motion by Mr. Rollins to approve $175,000 to allocate towards the marketing campaign. Seconded
by Mr. Neary. Motion passes unanimously.
A grant in the amount of $45,000 was awarded to the Orange Blossom Classic Weekend. Motion
by Ms. Benua to grant $45,000 for the Orange Blossom Classic Weekend. Seconded by Mr. Plutzik.
Motion passes unanimously.
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A grant in the amount of $40,000 was awarded to the Miami Salsa Congress. Motion by Mr. Lehman
to grant $40,000 for the Miami Salsa Congress. Seconded by Mr. Rollins. Motion passes
unanimously.
A grant in the amount of $51,000 was awarded to Paraiso Swim Fashion Week Miami Beach.
Motion by Mr. Neary to grant $51,000 for Paraiso Swim Fashion Week Miami Beach. Seconded by
Mr. Lehman. Motion passes unanimously.
May 19, 2021:
The March 30, 2021 and April 8, 2021 meeting minutes were approved. Motion by Mr. Neary to
approve the March 30, 2021 and April 8, 2021 meeting minutes. Seconded by Mr. Rollins. Motion
passes unanimously.
An overview of the 2020/2021 budget was provided to the Board.
A list of upcoming events was provided to the Board
A grant in the amount of $13,625 was awarded for the 2021 USTA National Clay Court
Championships -Boys 14 Division. Motion by Mr. Neary to grant $13,625 for the 2021 USTA National
Clay Court Championships -Boys 14 Division. Seconded by Ms. Benua. Motion passes
unanimously.
A grant in the amount of $30,000 was awarded to the Miami Takeover. Motion by Ms. Benua to
grant $30,000 to Miami Takeover. Seconded by Mr. Haas. Motion passes unanimously.
A grant in the amount of $24,000 was awarded to the GroundUP Music Festival. Motion by Mr.
Neary to grant $24,000 to GroundUP Music Festival. Seconded by Mr. Haas. Motion passes
unanimously.
The PR Scope of Services was provided to the Board for review
June 29, 2021:
The May 19, 2021 meeting minutes were approved. Motion by Mr. Neary to approve the May 19,
2021 meeting minutes. Seconded by Ms. Benua. Motion passes unanimously.
An overview of the 2020/2021 budget was provided to the Board.
A list of upcoming events was provided to the Board.
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A grant in the amount of $90,000 was awarded to the Miami Beach Classical Music Festival 2021.
Motion by Mr. Neary to grant $90,000 Miami Beach Classical Music Festival 2021. Seconded by
Ms. Benua. Mr. Rollins abstained. Motion passes.
The PR Scope of Services for the upcoming Public Relations RFP was approved. Motion by Ms.
Benua to approve the PR Scope of Services as presented. Seconded by Mr. Neary. Motion passes
unanimously.
The 2021/2022 Tourism Advancement Program guideline and contract changes were approved by
the Board. Motion by Mr. Rollins to approve the proposed changes to the Tourism Advancement
Program. Seconded by Mr. Neary. Motion passes unanimously.
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FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
The next MBVCA Board meeting will take place Wednesday, July 21, 2021 at 10:00 am.
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ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
February 9, 2021:
The December 2, 2020 meeting minutes were approved.
An overview of the 2020/2021 budget was provided to the Board
A list of upcoming events was provided to the Board.
Ms. Garcia-Arrogante provided an overview of the "Open House" project
A grant in the amount of $28,000 was awarded to the Bachateando Dance Festival.
A grant in the amount of $32,000 was awarded to Miami Beach Pride 2021.
A grant in the amount of $28,000 was awarded to the National Salute to America's Heroes.
March 23, 2021:
The February 9, 2021 meeting minutes were approved.
An overview of the 2020/2021 budget was provided to the Board.
A list of upcoming events was provided to the Board.
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A grant in the amount of $68,000 was awarded to the 2021 Food Network & Cooking Channel South
Beach Wine + Food Festival.
March 30, 2021:
A Public Relations/Marketing discussion was held with partner organizations.
The MBVCA's PR firm presented a marketing plan in conjunction with the GMCVB, to the Board
An overview of the 2020/2021 budget was provided to the Board.
A list of upcoming events was provided to the Board.
April 8, 2021:
The March 23, 2021 meeting minutes were approved.
An overview of the 2020/2021 budget was provided to the Board.
A list of upcoming events was provided to the Board.
The proposed PR/Marketing plan from Hill & Knowlton was presented to and approved.
A grant in the amount of $45,000 was awarded to the Orange Blossom Classic Weekend.
A grant in the amount of $40,000 was awarded to the Miami Salsa Congress.
A grant in the amount of $51,000 was awarded to Paraiso Swim Fashion Week Miami Beach
May 19, 2021:
The March 30, 2021 and April 8, 2021 meeting minutes were approved.
An overview of the 2020/2021 budget was provided to the Board.
A list of upcoming events was provided to the Board.
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A grant in the amount of $13,625 was awarded to the 2021 USTA National Clay Court
Championships -Boys 14 Division.
A grant in the amount of $30,000 was awarded to the Miami Takeover.
A grant in the amount of $24,000 was awarded to the GroundUP Music Festival.
The PR Scope of Services were provided to the Board for review.
June 29, 2021:
The May 19, 2021 meeting minutes were approved.
An overview of the 2020/2021 budget was provided to the Board.
A list of upcoming events was provided to the Board.
A grant in the amount of $90,000 was awarded to the Miami Beach Classical Music Festival 2021.
The PR Scope of Services for the upcoming Public Relations RFP was approved.
The 2021/2022 Tourism Advancement Program guideline and contract changes were approved by
the Board.
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BOARD OR COMMITTEE NAME:
Youth Commission
CHAIRPERSON:
Franchesca Gonzalez
CITY LIAISON:
Dr. Leslie Rosenfeld
NUMBER OF MEETINGS HELD:
5
ACTIVITY: 1/26/2021, 2/23/2021, 3/16/2021, 4/27/2021, 5/25/2021
- #MBHistory student educational program
- Miami Dade County Youth Commission Council
- Florida League of Cities Community Service Contest
- Maintainina Mental Health Su000rt at Miami Beach Public Schools
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FUTURE ACTIVITIES:
- Maintaining Mental Health Support at Miami Beach Public Schools
- Establishing #MBHistory as a part of Miami Dade County Public Schools curriculum
- Promoting Youth -related City of Miami Beach programs and activities
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ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
- Establishing and developing #MBHistory educational program. Collection of interactive
videos educating about the history of multiple minority groups in Miami Beach. History of
Jewish, Black, Hispanic, and LGBTQ groups. The program is accessible online to all
students and plans to be directly provided as a part of the Miami Dade County Public Schools
curriculum in public schools in Miami Beach.
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