Miami Beach public meetings in 2022

Planning Board Meeting

The Miami Beach Planning Board will hold a regular meeting on December 20, 2022, at 10:00 AM, both virtually and in person at City Hall. The board will discuss affordable and workforce housing (continued from November 22), demolitions, and a new application for 1111 Lincoln Road. A continued item for the Surfcomber Hotel at 1717-1731 Collins Avenue is also on the agenda.

• Discussion on Affordable and Workforce Housing [Continued from 11-22-22]
• Demolitions [Continued from 11-22-22]
• PB22-0554: 1717-1731 Collins Avenue — The Surfcomber Hotel (continued item)
• PB22-0549: 1111 Lincoln Road, 4th Floor (new application)
• PB22-0561: Washington Avenue Overlay Co-living amendments (new code amendment)

The committee approved lease agreements for retail spaces at 1560 Collins Ave and 1701 Meridian Avenue. Two funding requests were referred for administrative handling, and several other items were deferred or closed.

• Approved lease for Lime Tree Café at 1560 Collins Ave (2-1)
• Approved lease renewal for Taste Bakery Café at 1701 Meridian Avenue at $41.00sq. ft. (2-1)
• Decided $5,000 sponsorship request from Bibi Art Media Inc will be handled administratively
• Decided $2,000 funding request from Black Affairs Advisory Committee will be handled administratively
• Closed item regarding Flamingo Park neighborhood open/slow streets pilot project expansion
• Deferred waste hauler fee, Lummus Park miniature golf, and Greater Miami Convention and Visitor’s Bureau items to November 2022 meeting

City Commission Meeting

The City Commission will vote on consent agenda items including a contract for interactive digital media kiosks and a new mobile parking payment system. Commissioners have proposed numerous referrals to committees covering topics from Art Basel traffic management to disabled parking abuse and police officer education requirements.

• Resolution to negotiate with IKE Smart City for interactive digital media kiosks
• Authorization to seek a replacement contract for mobile parking payment solutions
• Referral to discuss a $1,000,000 interlocal agreement with Miami-Dade County Homeless Trust
• Referral to discuss improving traffic gridlock during Art Basel 2022
• Referral to discuss a proposed overlay for Century Lane and Farrey Lane on Belle Isle

The City Commission authorized negotiations for interactive digital media kiosks and adopted an ordinance requiring the replication of buildings demolished by neglect in historic districts. The board also approved a 3-year labor agreement with the Fraternal Order of Police and funded a $13.2M gap for Bayshore Park.

• Approved negotiations with IKE Smart City, LLC for digital media kiosks (7-0)
• Adopted ordinance requiring replication of contributing buildings demolished by neglect (7-0)
• Ratified 3-year labor agreement with Fraternal Order of Police (7-0)
• Approved $13.2M appropriation to cover funding gap for Bayshore Park (7-0)
• Adopted ordinance prohibiting vitamin shops in CD-3 districts on Lincoln Road (5-1)
• Approved $75,000 sponsorship and fee waiver for International Piano Festival
• Directed administration to seek Letters of Interest for Byron Carlyle Theater operators (7-0)
• Adopted resolution to reduce speed limit to 20 mph on Prairie Avenue (7-0)

Historic Preservation Board Meeting

The Miami Beach Historic Preservation Board will hold a regular meeting on December 13, 2022, to discuss and potentially vote on several applications. New applications include properties at 407 Lincoln Road, 1745 James Avenue, and 1901 Collins Avenue. The board will also consider continued items at 1030 6th Street and 803 2nd Street, as well as a discussion on demolition by neglect violations.

• HPB22-0518: New application for 407 Lincoln Road
• HPB22-0545: New application for 1745 James Avenue
• HPB22-0546: New application for 1901 Collins Avenue
• HPB22-0536 (a.k.a. HPB20-0420): Continued item for 1030 6th Street
• HPB22-0521: Continued item for 803 2nd Street

City Commission Meeting

The City Commission will adopt the certification of the December 6, 2022 run-off election results for City Commission Group II and declare Laura Dominguez elected. The meeting also includes administering the oath of office to Dominguez. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive items listed.

• Adopt resolution certifying December 6, 2022 run-off election results for City Commission Group II
• Declare Laura Dominguez elected to City Commission Group II
• Administer oath of office to Commissioner Laura Dominguez

The City Commission adopted the certified results of the December 6, 2022 run-off election for City Commission Group II. Laura Dominguez was declared elected and was subsequently administered the Oath of Office and Oath of Civility.

• Adopted Resolution 2022-32421 certifying Laura Dominguez as elected to City Commission Group II (6-0)
• Administered Oath of Office and Oath of Civility to Commissioner Laura Dominguez

Finance and Economic Resiliency Committee Meeting

The Finance and Economic Resiliency Committee will discuss the Bayshore Park project budget, which has a funding gap of $12.9 million to $16.2 million. The administration recommends funding the full $42.7 million project, including CCTV infrastructure, and will present a capital budget amendment at the December 14 Commission meeting. The committee will also consider awarding a construction contract to Buslam Company Partners Inc. for $35.2 million, subject to grant funding.

• Bayshore Park project budget gap of $12.9M to $16.2M
• Recommended total project budget of $42.7M including CCTV
• Proposed construction contract award to Buslam Company Partners Inc. for $35,161,527
• Potential $3M Resilient Florida grant for stormwater lake
• Funding sources include Mid-Beach Quality of Life fund ($1.3M), Capital Reserve ($5.2M), PAYGO ($2.7M)

The Finance and Economic Resiliency Committee recommended the administration's funding plan for the Bayshore Park project. The item was moved to the December 14th Commission Meeting for a final decision.

• Recommended funding $4 million from storm water Bayshore Neighborhood and $9.2 million from FY 2022 funds for Bayshore Park project
• Noted $3 million in remaining funding is contingent on a pending Florida Resilience Communities Grant

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting on December 9, 2022, to consider two new variance applications and elect a chair and vice-chair. The main item is a request to convert an exterior walkway into an air-conditioned corridor at 6437 North Bay Road. The board will also review an after-action report from January 2022 and may discuss continued items.

• Variance request ZBA22-0140 to enclose an outdoor walkway at 6437 N Bay Rd
• Variance request ZBA22-0141 at 400 W 44th Street
• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
• After Action Report from January 7, 2022 meeting

Public Safety and Neighborhood Quality of Life Meeting

The Public Safety and Neighborhood Quality of Life Committee will discuss 25 items, including ways to improve homelessness, a quarterly Building Department update, and creating a searchable condominium database. Other topics include the Ring doorbell camera program, parking operations, and various quality-of-life issues.

• Discussion of homeless outreach programs including Favela Miami employment services and New Hope C.O.R.P.S. substance abuse outreach
• Quarterly Building Department update: 3,417 permits issued July–September 2022, average 22.5 days turnaround
• Discussion on creating a searchable city database for condominium transparency
• Discussion of Ring doorbell camera program MOU with police for crime/safety sharing
• Discussion of a resolution to allow hookah use at outdoor dining concessions by amending concessionaire agreements

Public Safety and Neighborhood Quality of Life Meeting

The committee will receive an update on the Fifth and Alton parking garage, including recent repairs, security upgrades, and capital projects. The garage is a public-private partnership with Edens, and the city is monitoring maintenance and safety issues. This is a discussion item with no final decision expected.

• Update on Fifth and Alton parking garage conditions and $450K elevator upgrade
• Discussion of pedestrian crosswalk with flashing light at Harding Avenue and 87th Street
• Discussion of a historical marker honoring Desi Arnaz in Lummus Park
• Discussion of noise enforcement from vehicle exhausts
• Discussion of civilian volunteer patrol program update

City Commission Meeting

The City Commission will hold public hearings on three budget amendments: the fourth amendment to the FY 2022 operating budget, the second amendment to the FY 2023 operating budget, and the second amendment to the FY 2023 capital budget. The FY 2022 amendment includes transferring $35.6 million to capital projects, including $5.2 million for capital project gaps, and projects a General Fund reserve of $95.6 million.

• Fourth amendment to FY 2022 operating budget, including $35.6 million transfer to capital projects
• Second amendment to FY 2023 operating budget
• Second amendment to FY 2023 capital budget
• RDA budget amendments for City Center, Anchor Shops, Pennsylvania Avenue Shops, and Collins Park parking garages
• Projected General Fund reserve of $95.6 million, meeting the 3-month reserve policy goal

The City Commission and Redevelopment Agency adopted several resolutions to amend general, enterprise, and capital budgets. These actions reconciled revenues and expenditures, including the identification of $5.2 million in additional savings for the Capital Projects Reserve. The Commission also referred the Bayshore Project to the Finance and Economic Resiliency Committee.

• Adopted 4th amendment to FY2022 budgets (5-0)
• Adopted 2nd amendment to FY2023 budgets (5-0)
• Adopted 2nd amendment to FY2023 Capital Budget (5-0)
• Referred Bayshore Project to Finance and Economic Resiliency Committee
• Adopted RDA 678-2022: 2nd amendment to FY2022 RDA operating budget (5-0)
• Adopted RDA 679-2022: 1st amendment to FY2023 RDA operating budget (5-0)

Planning Board Meeting

The Planning Board approved a mixed-use project at 1920 Alton Road and a single-family home lot split at 320 West Di Lido Drive. The board also approved a modified application for 455 Lincoln Road and continued discussions on housing and demolitions.

• Approved After Action Report – October 25, 2022 (7-0)
• Withdrawn: PB21-0452 – 1826 Collins Avenue Mechanical Lift Parking Garage
• Continued discussion on Affordable and Workforce Housing to December 20, 2022
• Continued discussion on Demolitions to December 20, 2022
• Approved as modified and continued to January 24, 2023: PB 16-0075 (601-685 Washington Avenue)
• Approved PB22-0504: 320 West Di Lido Drive Single Family Home Lot Split/Subdivision of Land (7-0)
• Approved as modified: PB22-0553 - 455 Lincoln Road Qudres - Andres Carne de Res (6-1)
• Approved as modified: PB22-0556 - 1920 Alton Road Mixed-use project (7-0)

City Commission Meeting

The City Commission will vote on a resolution to formally adopt the certificate of results from the November 8, 2022 special election and declare the outcome for eight ballot questions. The agenda also includes a second resolution to certify the special election results for the Group II commission vacancy. No other substantive items are listed for discussion or decision.

• Resolution adopting certificate of results for Nov. 8 special election on eight ballot questions
• Resolution adopting certificate of results for Nov. 8 special election to fill Group II commission vacancy

The City Commission formally adopted the certified results of the November 8, 2022, Special Election, including several referendums and the Group II Commissioner race. Because no candidate for Group II received a majority, a run-off election was scheduled for December 6, 2022. The Commission also received an update on recent flooding and pump operations.

• Adopted Resolution 2022-32416 certifying Special Election results (4-0)
• Certified approval of $159M General Obligation Bond for Arts and Cultural Facilities
• Certified approval of Charter amendment requiring voter approval for certain City-owned property sales/leases
• Certified approval of dedicated use of Lincoln Road parking lot rent payments
• Certified approval of FAR incentives for RPS4 District and 1st Street Overlay
• Certified denial of FAR increase for North Beach Oceanside Resort Overlay District
• Certified denial of City property leases at 1664 Meridian Avenue and 1080 Lincoln Lane North/1688 Lenox Avenue
• Adopted Resolution 2022-32417 certifying Group II Commissioner results (4-0)

Land Use and Sustainability Committee Meeting

The Land Use and Sustainability Committee will discuss and provide a recommendation on proposed amendments to the Ocean Terrace Overlay, including reducing the Neighborhood Impact Establishment threshold, adding hostels to prohibited uses, and restricting outdoor entertainment. The committee will also discuss several other items, such as potential overlay regulations for Century Lane and Farrey Lane on Belle Isle, expediting the Baywalk opening, and prohibiting apartment hotels in additional districts.

• Proposed reduction of NIE threshold in Ocean Terrace Overlay from 200/300 persons to 100 seats or 125 occupancy, mirroring Sunset Harbour
• Adding hostels to prohibited uses in Ocean Terrace Overlay
• Adding Outdoor Entertainment Establishments and Open-Air Entertainment to prohibited uses in Ocean Terrace Overlay
• Discussion on prohibiting apartment hotels in additional districts or citywide
• Discussion on potential pedestrianization of 200-300 blocks of Lincoln Road and limited vehicular access on the 100 block

City Commission Meeting

The City Commission endorsed the Miami Beach Music Festival for March 2024, including fee waivers and a five-year term subject to benchmarks. Other key actions included adopting salary ordinances for city employees and approving a $4M contribution for the Collins Park Artist Workforce Housing project, contingent on county funding.

• Approved conceptual sponsorship for Miami Beach Music Festival 2024 with fee waivers (6-0)
• Approved $4M contribution for Collins Park Artist Workforce Housing contingent on $2M county grant (5-0)
• Adopted salary ordinances for classified and unclassified employees (6-0)
• Approved $275,000 STEM funding allocation for public schools (6-0)
• Approved conceptual interactive mapping for planned developments (6-0)
• Approved municipal prosecution team coverage for weekends and holidays (5-0)
• Adopted ordinance prohibiting vitamin shops as primary use on Lincoln Road (5-1)
• Adopted ordinance for resident preference in Special Magistrate appointments (6-0)

Finance and Economic Resiliency Committee Meeting

The Finance and Economic Resiliency Committee will discuss a proposed mixed-use workforce housing and office project on a city parking lot at 1000 Washington Avenue, along with several other items including solid waste franchise hauler agreements, pedestrian enhancements on commercial corridors, and a miniature golf activation at Lummus Park. Many items on the agenda are deferred to future meetings, including discussions on tenant protections, a composting program, and the Byron Carlyle Theater renovation funding models.

• Discussion of proposed mixed-use workforce housing and office project on city parking lot at 1000 Washington Ave
• Discussion of solid waste commercial franchise hauler presentation
• Discussion of resolution authorizing negotiations for miniature golf activation at Lummus Park between 5th and 7th Street
• Discussion of potential pedestrianization of 200-300 blocks of Lincoln Road and limited vehicular access on 100 block
• Discussion of ordinance to establish a City Internal Auditor and reassign internal audit function

The Finance and Economic Resiliency Committee moved several items to the City Commission with favorable recommendations, including the pedestrianization of Lincoln Road and increased rental waivers for non-profits. Other actions included renaming a city division to focus on education and deferring numerous items to January 2023.

• Recommended moving the pedestrianization of the 200 to 300 blocks of Lincoln Road to City Commission (All in favor)
• Recommended increasing rental waivers for qualifying non-profit events from 12 to 18 (All in favor)
• Recommended moving the Miami Beach International Piano Festival Winter Academy fee waiver to Commission (All in favor)
• Recommended moving negotiations for a Goodwood festival event in March 2023 to City Commission
• Accepted recommendation to rename the Office of Organization and Development & Performance Initiatives to reflect a focus on education
• Moved the Lummus Park miniature golf agreement to Commission without recommendation
• Deferred 10+ items, including workforce housing at 1000 Washington Ave and local hiring preferences, to January 2023
• Withdrew outside employment rules discussion as it is being handled administratively

Historic Preservation Board Meeting

The board will hold a virtual and in-person meeting to discuss and possibly vote on several historic preservation applications, including a new historic site designation for the Collins Canal. They will also consider modifications to previously approved board orders and hear new applications for properties on 2nd Street and Harding Avenue.

• HPB22-0537: Possible designation of Collins Canal as a historic site
• HPB22-0538: Application for 2701 and 2727 Indian Creek Drive, 233 27th Street, and 230 28th Street
• HPB22-0515: Application for 1665 & 1667 Washington Avenue (time certain not earlier than 11:30 a.m.)
• HPB22-0521: New application for 803 2nd Street
• HPB21-0498: New application for 7418 Harding Avenue

Finance and Economic Resiliency Committee Meeting

The Finance and Economic Resiliency Committee will discuss establishing a maximum fee for waste hauler services for multi-family dwellings under 25 units, and consider authorizing negotiations for a miniature golf activation at Lummus Park. The committee will also review proposed lease agreements for retail spaces at 1560 Collins Ave and 1701 Meridian Ave, and discuss a $5,000 sponsorship request from Bibi Art Media Inc.

• Discussion on establishing a maximum fee for waste hauler services for multi-family dwellings under 25 units
• Authorizing negotiations with Rockefeller Sports and Games for a miniature golf activation at Lummus Park (2 years + 3 one-year renewals)
• Proposed lease for 2,697 sq ft retail space at 1560 Collins Ave (9 years + 272 days)
• Proposed lease for 734 sq ft retail space at 1701 Meridian Ave (5 years + one 4-year renewal)
• Discussion of a $5,000 sponsorship request from Bibi Art Media Inc to promote Miami Beach

The Finance and Economic Resiliency Committee approved two retail lease agreements for ground floor spaces. Additionally, the committee decided to handle two small sponsorship and funding requests administratively.

• Approved lease for Lime Tree Café at 1560 Collins Ave (2-1)
• Approved lease renewal for Taste Bakery Café at 1701 Meridian Avenue at $41.00sq. ft. (2-1)
• Decided $5,000 sponsorship request from Bibi Art Media Inc will be handled administratively (Unanimous)
• Decided $2,000 funding request for Black Affairs Advisory Committee will be handled administratively (Unanimous)
• Closed item regarding Flamingo Park neighborhood open/slow streets pilot project expansion
• Deferred waste hauler fee, Lummus Park miniature golf, and Greater Miami Convention and Visitor’s Bureau items to November 2022 meeting

Land Use and Sustainability Committee Meeting

The Land Use and Sustainability Committee will discuss and potentially endorse a draft ordinance to create alternate member positions on the Design Review Board, Historic Preservation Board, and Planning Board. Currently, these boards have no alternates, leading to short boards when members are absent or conflicted. The committee will also discuss several other items, including potential regulations for nuisance uses in North Beach and amendments to rules for package liquor stores.

• LDR amendment to establish alternate member categories for land use boards (Design Review Board, Historic Preservation Board, Planning Board)
• Potential LDR amendments to commercial district regulations for North Beach to limit nuisance uses
• Discuss amending regulations on hours of operation and prohibited areas for package liquor stores
• Discuss amending Chapter 46 of the City Code pertaining to heritage tree designation
• Discuss repurposing a city parking lot/garage for workforce housing

City Commission Meeting

The City Commission will consider several competitive bid awards, including a contract for architectural design services for the Ocean Drive Corridor Improvement and Lummus Park Enhancement Project. The agenda also includes numerous referrals to committees on topics such as zoning changes, composting sites, tenant protections, and public safety issues.

• Negotiate with Calvin, Giordano & Associates for Ocean Drive Corridor and Lummus Park design (C2-B)
• Approve pool of real estate brokerage firms including Colliers International Florida (C2-C)
• Referral to Planning Board for Washington Avenue overlay co-living expansion (C4-A)
• Referral to discuss Nikki Beach lease expiration (C4-L)
• Referral to discuss universal rental application fee program (C4-K)

The Commission approved a $1M contribution to the Miami-Dade Homeless Trust and authorized the purchase of 78 hybrid police interceptor vehicles. Several ordinances were adopted, including a ban on discrimination based on hair texture or hairstyle and new remedies for tenants in condemned buildings.

• Approved $1M contribution to Miami-Dade Homeless Trust (4-2)
• Approved $3,375,945 purchase of 78 hybrid police interceptor vehicles
• Adopted ordinance prohibiting discrimination based on hair texture or hairstyle (5-0)
• Adopted ordinance providing additional remedies for tenants in condemned buildings (5-0)
• Adopted ordinance allowing municipal prosecution of breach of peace/disorderly conduct (5-0)
• Approved $12.7M change order for West Avenue Phase II Improvements North of 14th St
• Adopted resolution designating Nov 20, 2022, as Transgender Day of Remembrance (5-0)
• Rejected all bids for 72nd Street Community Complex design/build services (6-0)

Planning Board Meeting

The Miami Beach Planning Board will hold a regular meeting on October 25, 2022, at 10:00 AM. The board will discuss affordable and workforce housing, consider a request to continue a conditional use permit for outdoor entertainment at the Surfcomber Hotel (1717 Collins Avenue), and review amendments to vitamin shop regulations and rehearing/appeal provisions. The meeting is hybrid, with in-person attendance at City Hall and virtual participation via Zoom.

• Discussion on Affordable and Workforce Housing (continued from September 20, 2022)
• PB22-0554: Request to continue conditional use permit for outdoor entertainment at 1717 Collins Avenue (Surfcomber Hotel) to November 22, 2022
• PB22-0557: Amendment to Vitamin Shop Regulations
• PB22-0559: Reform and Updating of Rehearing and Appeal Provisions
• PB 16-0075: Revocation/modification hearing for 601-685 Washington Avenue (continued item)

The Planning Board approved recommendations to the City Commission regarding affordable housing incentives and the creation of a housing trust fund. The Board also issued favorable recommendations for Vitamin Shop regulations and updated rehearing and appeal provisions.

• Approved recommendation to City Commission to explore waiving impact fees, capping permit fees, prioritizing affordable housing permits, and reducing water/waste fees
• Approved recommendation to City Commission to create a housing fund trust
• Approved recommendation to staff to develop incentives based on other jurisdictions' best practices
• Approved favorable recommendation for PB22-0557 Vitamin Shop Regulations
• Approved favorable recommendation for PB22-0559 Reform and Updating of Rehearing and Appeal Provisions
• Continued PB22-0554 (1717 Collins Avenue, The Surfcomber Hotel) to December 20, 2022
• Approved modification for PB 16-0075 (601-685 Washington Avenue) and continued to November 22, 2022
• Approved September 20, 2022 After Action Report

Public Safety and Neighborhood Quality of Life Meeting

The Public Safety and Neighborhood Quality of Life Committee will discuss 27 items, including an update on the Fifth and Alton parking garage's maintenance and capital improvements, creating a dog park on Collins Avenue, and adding padel courts at 4000 Chase Avenue. Other discussions cover noise enforcement from vehicles, the Ring doorbell camera program, drone use for 911 calls, and pedestrian safety improvements. The committee may also take action on a pedestrian crosswalk at Harding Avenue and 87th Street.

• Update on Fifth and Alton parking garage maintenance and capital improvements (roof, CCTV, elevator, stormwater)
• Discussion on creating a dog park between 5300 and 5330 Collins Avenue
• Discussion on padel courts at 4000 Chase Avenue parking lot 60
• Discussion on noise enforcement from vehicle exhausts
• Discussion on pedestrian crosswalk with flashing light at Harding Avenue and 87th Street

Historic Preservation Board Meeting

The Miami Beach Historic Preservation Board will hold a regular meeting to consider new applications, continued items, and modifications to previously approved board orders. Notable properties include 1052 Ocean Drive, 8430 Byron Avenue, 2701-2727 Indian Creek Drive, and 1690 Collins Avenue. The board may also discuss requests for continuances and extensions of time.

• New application for 1052 Ocean Drive (HPB21-0455)
• New application for 8430 Byron Avenue (HPB22-0512)
• New application for 2701 and 2727 Indian Creek Drive, 233 27th Street, and 230 28th Street (HPB22-0538)
• New application for 1690 Collins Avenue (HPB22-0539)
• Modification to previously approved board order for 1030 6th Street (HPB22-0536 a.k.a. HPB20-0420)

City Commission Meeting

The City Commission will discuss proposed updates to the Land Development Regulations (LDR) and Resiliency Code. The updates aim to modernize the 1989 code, improve readability with graphics, and mitigate impacts from climate change and sea level rise.

• Proposed increase of minimum floor-to-ceiling height for new non-residential buildings from 12 to 14 feet
• Proposed consolidation of all definitions into a single section in Chapter 1
• Proposed new requirements for street tree soil volume and stormwater permeability
• Proposed establishment of citywide short-term and long-term bicycle parking requirements
• Proposed removal of 'Average Unit Sizes' from all zoning districts

Finance and Economic Resiliency Committee Meeting

The Finance and Economic Resiliency Committee is meeting to discuss the Fiscal Year 2023 budget and various funding requests. The body will also review proposals for mixed-use developments on city-owned parking lots and the sale of vacant property.

• FY 2023 budget follow-up from September 14, 2022 hearing
• Proposed mixed-use project at city-owned parking lot 1262 Collins Avenue
• Proposed mixed-use workforce housing and office project at 1000 Washington Avenue
• Sale of city-owned vacant property at 226 87th Terrace
• Lease agreement for 2,884 sq ft of retail space at 100 16 Street for Sports Action

City Commission Meeting

The City Commission is reviewing several ordinances including fee waivers for workforce housing and cost-of-living adjustments for classified and unclassified employees. The agenda also includes various legal settlements and environmental research funding.

• $130,000.00 settlement with Cody Wade
• $119,000.00 settlement with Khalid Vaughn
• $122,000.00 for water quality research at Park View Canal
• Workforce housing fee waivers and financial incentives
• Cost-of-living adjustments for AFSCME and IAFF employees

Land Use and Sustainability Committee Meeting

The Land Use and Sustainability Committee is reviewing reforms to automatic stay provisions for land use appeals to reduce project delays. The body is also discussing the use of a property at 610 Española Way for affordable housing and potential zoning overlays.

• Proposed resolution for MDCPS to lease 610 Española Way for affordable housing
• Proposed amendments to the Washington Avenue Overlay for co-living use
• Discussion of a new 6th Street Overlay between Washington Avenue and Alton Road
• Proposed reform of automatic stay provisions for land use board appeals
• Discussion on extinguishing grandfathered motor scooter rentals

Public Safety and Neighborhood Quality of Life Meeting

The committee is reviewing the status of the Fifth and Alton parking garage, which is a public-private project. The discussion addresses concerns regarding the property's deteriorating condition and the need for strengthened security to prevent unsafe driving maneuvers on the top deck.

• Update regarding the Fifth and Alton parking garage
• Discussion of North Sea South Beach Music Festival for Spring 2023
• Discussion of creating a dog park between 5300 and 5330 blocks of Collins Avenue
• Discussion of padel courts on 4000 Chase Avenue parking lot 60
• Discussion regarding the potential utilization of drones for 911 emergency calls

Historic Preservation Board Meeting

The Historic Preservation Board will meet to consider new applications and modifications for specific properties and citywide infrastructure. The board will also discuss height and rooftop addition regulations for the Museum Historic District.

• Modification of board order for 1116 Ocean Drive
• New applications for 1445 Pennsylvania Avenue, 1901 Collins Avenue, 1360 Collins Avenue, and 8645 Harding Avenue
• New application for Ocean Terrace Park between 73rd Street and 75th Street
• New application for Citywide Bus Shelters
• Discussion on Museum Historic District height and rooftop addition regulations

Finance and Economic Resiliency Committee Meeting

The Finance and Economic Resiliency Committee is reviewing the application process for charter boat operator licenses due to increased water traffic. The agenda also includes discussions on various city projects, including a potential new Byron Carlyle Theater and several deferred items regarding housing and infrastructure.

• Review of licensing applications for charter boat operators
• Discussion of funding models for the Byron Carlyle Theater renovation
• Proposed lease agreement for retail space at 100 16th Street
• Funding for the Police Athletic League's counselor-in-training program
• Pilot program to reduce nuisance flooding using $5,000,000 from the Resiliency Fund

Public Safety and Neighborhood Quality of Life Meeting

The Public Safety and Neighborhood Quality of Life Committee is discussing various public safety, transportation, and zoning issues. A primary focus is a pilot project to segregate cyclists and pedestrians on the beachwalk between 15th and 24th Streets.

• Pedestrian safety pilot project on the beachwalk between 15th and 24th Streets
• Proposed 4-way stop sign configuration at West 46 Street and Royal Palm Avenue
• Resolution to create a public database of Conditional Use Permits (CUP)
• Proposed North Beach Historic Preservation Fund using monies from a case at 6701 Collins Avenue
• Discussion on padel courts at 4000 Chase Avenue Parking Lot 60

City Commission Meeting

The City Commission is considering a special election to fill the Group II vacancy following the passing of Commissioner Mark Samuelian. Additionally, the body will discuss a resolution regarding the issuance of general obligation bonds for arts and cultural institutions.

• Special election date for Commission Group II vacancy: November 8, 2022, with a run-off on December 6, 2022
• Estimated maximum cost for special election: $238,689.43
• Proposed bond issuance up to $159,000,000 for arts, cultural institutions, and related housing

Finance and Economic Resiliency Committee Meeting

The Finance and Economic Resiliency Committee is reviewing the preliminary operating and capital budget for Fiscal Year 2023. The meeting includes a budget briefing on specific enhancement requests and project statuses. Numerous other items on the agenda were deferred to future meetings.

• FY 2023 Preliminary Operating & Capital Budget Update
• Miami Design Preservation League request to increase Art Deco Weekend funding from $100K to $150K
• Resiliency Code Project status update with $309K in remaining payments for Phase 2
• Discussion of $5,000,000 from the Resiliency Fund for a nuisance flooding pilot program (deferred to July 29)
• Proposed $25,000 allocation for Flagler Monument Island conservation (deferred to July 29)

Finance and Economic Resiliency Committee Meeting

The Finance and Economic Resiliency Committee is reviewing proposed budget updates for fiscal year 2023. Discussions include potential funding gaps in various city projects caused by rising construction costs and supply chain disruptions.

• FY 2023 Preliminary Capital Budget Update
• FY 2023 Preliminary Operating Budget Update
• Vacation Alton / 17th and Lincoln Road parking lot pumps discussion
• $5,000,000 resiliency fund pilot program for neighborhood flooding
• $25,000 allocation for Flagler Monument Island conservation

Historic Preservation Board Meeting

The Historic Preservation Board is meeting to review new and continued applications for specific properties. The board will also discuss incentives for retaining architecturally significant single-family homes and regulations for the Museum Historic District.

• Museum Historic District height and rooftop addition regulations
• New applications for 1685 Collins Avenue and 760 Ocean Drive
• Discussion on Collins Avenue and Ocean Drive MXE Overlay
• Application for 93 Palm Avenue withdrawn due to HB 423 owner consent requirements
• Review of 1735 Lenox Avenue single-family home

City Commission Meeting

The City Commission is holding second reading public hearings on several proposed ordinances that would modify the hours of sale for alcoholic beverages. These items include citywide changes, specific regulations for the South of Fifth area, the 41st Street corridor, and West Avenue/Alton Road.

• Ordinance to amend alcohol sale hours and establish 'Responsible Vendor Qualification'
• Ordinance to eliminate exceptions to 2:00 a.m. closing times South of Fifth Street
• Ordinance to prohibit on-premises alcohol service between 2:00 a.m. and 8:00 a.m. on West Avenue and Alton Road
• Ordinance to eliminate exceptions to 2:00 a.m. closing times in the 41st Street corridor
• Ordinance to prohibit alcohol service between 2:00 a.m. and 8:00 a.m. in the Expanded Art Deco Cultural District

Land Use and Sustainability Committee Meeting

The Land Use and Sustainability Committee is reviewing a proposed overlay for the MXE district between 5th and 16th Streets. The plan suggests incentives, including increasing the maximum Floor Area Ratio from 2.0 to 3.0, to encourage the conversion of hotels into residential or office developments.

• Proposed Collins Avenue and Ocean Drive MXE Overlay to increase FAR to 3.0
• Proposed ordinance to amend maximum height for rooftop additions in Museum Historic District
• Proposed LDR amendment for an oceanside FAR overlay between 66th and 68th Streets
• Proposed RPS-4 amendment for accessory uses
• Discussion on prohibiting apartment hotels in additional districts citywide

Planning Board Meeting

The Planning Board is reviewing a working draft of the proposed Miami Beach Resiliency Code. This update aims to address climate adaptation, modernize land development regulations, and simplify the city's code structure.

• Resiliency Code Workshop: updates to General Provisions, Administration, Concurrency, Landscape, Signs, and Zoning
• Proposed changes to off-street parking tiers and bicycle parking requirements
• New resilience and adaptation standards tied to Base Flood Elevation
• Proposed definitions for Neighborhood Impact Lot and Neighborhood Impact Structure

Public Safety and Neighborhood Quality of Life Meeting

The committee will receive a status update from the Office of Inspector General regarding the Building Department's permitting and inspection processes. The agenda also includes numerous discussions on neighborhood topics such as traffic, landscaping, and local infrastructure.

• OIG Building Department Process Review
• Discussion regarding 2019 'Brick Paver' program amendment
• Discussion regarding single-family residential district parking regulations
• Resolution to create a database of Conditional Use Permits (CUP)
• Proposal for a North Beach Historic Preservation Fund

Historic Preservation Board Meeting

The Historic Preservation Board will meet to review new and continued applications for specific properties. The board will also discuss an ordinance regarding Collins Avenue MXE Height Amendments.

• Discussion of Collins Avenue MXE Height Amendments Ordinance
• New applications for 185 South Shore Drive, 280 South Shore Drive, 239 1st Street, and 251 Washington Avenue
• Continued items for 411 Michigan Avenue, 419 Michigan Avenue, 944 5th Street, 225 37th Street, and 301 Ocean Drive
• Modification of previously approved board order for 1501 Collins Avenue
• Request for continuance or withdrawal for 622 15th Street

Land Use and Sustainability Committee Meeting

The Land Use and Sustainability Committee is considering whether to repeal a specific exception that allows building permits to be issued while a Conditional Use Permit is under appeal. The body will also discuss various land development, resiliency, and infrastructure projects.

• Proposed repeal of the exception permitting building permits during Conditional Use Permit appeals (Section 118-9)
• LDR update and resiliency code
• Rooftop additions in the CD-3 district
• Parking garage heights on Terminal Island
• Washington Avenue Overlay – PD7 extension

Planning Board Meeting

The Planning Board is meeting to conduct a Resiliency Code Workshop. The remainder of the agenda consists of procedural items and general categories for applications and amendments.

• Resiliency Code Workshop

Finance and Economic Resiliency Committee Meeting

The committee is discussing a plan to improve student safety during drop-off and pick-up at Miami Beach Senior High School. Members are also reviewing various lease agreements, fee structures, and funding models for city projects.

• Proposed lease with Open Vision One, LLC for 4,236 sq ft of retail space at 1560 Collins Ave
• Discussion on living wage rates for the calendar year beginning January 1, 2023
• Proposed maximum fee for waste hauler services for multi-family dwellings under 25 units
• Funding opportunities for landscaping and security at Normandy Shores neighborhood rear gates
• Allocation of $25,000 for Flagler Monument Island conservation and vessel restrictions

City Commission Meeting

The City Commission is discussing amendments to the 2040 Comprehensive Plan and City Code regarding the Alton Road Gateway Area. The body is also considering calling for special elections on August 23, 2022, to decide on a park name and floor area ratio increases.

• Proposed naming of a new park between Alton Road and West Avenue as 'Canopy Park'
• Proposed increase of maximum Floor Area Ratio (FAR) from 2.0 to 2.6 in the Alton Road Gateway Area
• Ordinance to modify FAR limits and building heights for properties in the Alton Road Gateway Area
• Amendment to the Cultural Arts Neighborhood District Overlay (CANDO) to expand boundaries and allow indoor entertainment
• Management agreement amendment with Live Nation Worldwide, Inc. for the Fillmore Miami Beach

Planning Board Meeting

The Planning Board will review several new applications, including development agreements for city-owned parking lots. The agenda also includes multiple code amendments regarding mobility fees, demolition requirements, and alcohol sale hours.

• Historic Site Designation for 93 Palm Avenue
• Development Agreement for City-Owned Parking Lots P25 and P26
• Development Agreement for City-Owned Parking Lot P27
• Code amendment regarding Mobility Fee to Appendix A Clarification
• Code amendment regarding Alcohol hours of sale on Alton Road and West Ave

City Commission Meeting

The City Commission is conducting a budget workshop to review financial trends and preliminary budgets. The session focuses on fiscal stewardship and planning for the upcoming fiscal year.

• FY 2023 Preliminary General Fund Budget
• FY 2023 Preliminary Resort Tax Fund Budget
• Collective Bargaining Update
• Review of Capital Projects
• Discussion of Parking, Transportation, Building, and North Beach CRA funds

City Commission Meeting

The special meeting scheduled for May 18, 2022, was cancelled. The agenda had included a citizen's forum and an update on the West Avenue Phase II Neighborhood Improvements Project.

• Update on West Avenue Phase II Neighborhood Improvements Project
• Dr. Stanley Sutnick Citizen's Forum

Public Safety and Neighborhood Quality of Life Meeting

The Public Safety and Neighborhood Quality of Life Committee is discussing a wide range of municipal issues, including criminal prosecution reforms and neighborhood improvements. The body is reviewing the expansion of pickleball and padel facilities and potential changes to discrimination ordinances.

• Proposed ordinance to prohibit discrimination based on hair texture or hairstyle
• Discussion on creating a dedicated Miami Beach judicial pool for misdemeanor cases
• Proposed expansion of the Landscape Neighborhood Overlay for La Gorce Island to protect palm trees
• Review of short-term rental enforcement and tax compliance monitoring
• Discussion on establishing a North Beach Historic Preservation Fund using monies from a case at 6701 Collins Avenue

Land Use and Sustainability Committee Meeting

The Land Use and Sustainability Committee is reviewing a proposal to repeal an exception that allows building permits to be issued while a conditional use permit appeal is pending. The agenda also includes discussions on zoning districts, heritage trees, storm drain covers, and urban design guidelines.

• Repeal of exception allowing building permits during pending conditional use permit appeals
• Amendment to RPS4 zoning district regarding FAR incentives for transient use conversion
• Update on West Avenue, Indian Creek, Palm & Hibiscus, and First Street projects
• Discussion on the feasibility and cost of installing citywide storm drain covers
• Proposed amendments to Chapter 46 regarding heritage tree designation

Finance and Economic Resiliency Committee Meeting

The Finance and Economic Resiliency Committee is reviewing funding options for the renovation or construction of the Byron Carlyle Theater. The body is also discussing business retention incentives and various city service reports.

• Funding models for Byron Carlyle Theater including city-funded, private lease, or public-private partnership
• Potential incentive for Groot Hospitality, LLC at 1680 Meridian Avenue to provide up to 20 parking access cards per year
• Request for $100,000 one-time contribution to Miami Beach Chamber of Commerce for 'Pro Start' training at Miami Beach Senior High School
• Negotiated term sheets for mixed-use developments on city-owned parking lots P25, P26, and P27
• Discussion on the City of Miami Beach Committee for Quality Education's motion regarding student safety at Miami Beach Senior High School

Public Safety and Neighborhood Quality of Life Meeting

The Public Safety and Neighborhood Quality of Life Committee is reviewing citywide crime statistics and police deployment outcomes. The agenda includes discussions on various public safety topics ranging from noise enforcement to pedestrian safety.

• Crime statistics and community policing trends
• Public safety equipment updates including camera technology and license plate readers
• Proposed ordinance for required resuscitation (CPR) equipment in businesses
• Amending city code regarding single-family residential district parking
• Short-term rental enforcement and monitoring efforts

Planning Board Meeting

The Planning Board is meeting to discuss several code amendments regarding apartment-hotel conversion incentives and parking subzones. The board will also review progress reports for specific properties, including noise violations at the Lincoln Eatery.

• Apartment-Hotel Conversion Incentives and Overlay (PB22-0511, PB22-0500)
• Lincoln Road West Parking Subzone (PB22-0499)
• Lincoln Road GU Development Sites and Parking Amendments (PB22-0507, PB22-0508)
• Lincoln Lane North GU Development Regulations Height Amendment (PB22-0509)
• Progress report for Lincoln Eatery at 723 N Lincoln Lane regarding noise violations

City Commission Meeting

The City Commission is reviewing a proposal to expand the Collins Park Arts District Overlay to allow indoor entertainment and cultural uses. The body is also considering the issuance of up to $92 million in parking revenue bonds for system improvements and refunding.

• Proposed ordinance to expand Collins Park Arts District Overlay boundaries and allow indoor entertainment as an accessory use to hotels or restaurants
• Resolution to issue up to $22,000,000 in Parking Revenue Bonds, Series 2022A for parking system improvements
• Resolution to issue up to $70,000,000 in Parking Revenue Refunding Bonds, Taxable Series 2022B
• Resolution to authorize the City Manager to request and accept FY 2023 federal appropriation funding
• Proclamation for Arnie and Silvia Weiss regarding Ukraine efforts

Finance and Economic Resiliency Committee Meeting

The Finance and Economic Resiliency Committee is reviewing proposals for mixed-use office, retail, and parking developments on city-owned lots. The body is also discussing a funding request for a high school scoreboard.

• Proposed $12,500 city contribution for a Miami Beach Senior High School athletic scoreboard
• Discussion of negotiated term sheets for mixed-use developments on parking lots P25, P26, and P27
• Proposal by Location Ventures, LLC for a parking garage and mixed-use project at 1262 Collins Avenue (P16)
• Proposed 99-year lease for P16 project including 169 parking spaces and 8,167 sq ft of retail

Historic Preservation Board Meeting

The Historic Preservation Board will review new and continued applications for specific properties. The board will also discuss height amendments for office buildings and the Collins Avenue MXE district.

• New applications for 225 37th Street, 301 Ocean Drive, and 1 Lincoln Road/1671 Collins Avenue
• New applications for 3900 Collins Avenue & 227 39th Street
• Continued items for 411 Michigan Avenue, 419 Michigan Avenue, 944 5th Street, and 622 15th Street
• Discussion on height increase for office buildings in the CD-3 District and Collins Avenue MXE height amendments
• National Register Nomination for the North Beach Bandshell (7275 Collins Avenue)

Land Use and Sustainability Committee Meeting

The Land Use and Sustainability Committee is reviewing proposed amendments to land development regulations and the comprehensive plan. The body will discuss various quality-of-life strategies, sustainability projects, and potential restrictions on apartment hotels.

• Proposed repeal of the exception allowing building permits while a Conditional Use Permit appeal is pending
• Proposed amendment to Alton Road Gateway regulations for a Miami-Dade County Community Health Center at 710 Alton Road
• Proposed parking and building height amendments for the Lincoln Lane North development project
• Discussion on extinguishing grandfathered motor scooter rentals via an amortization timeline
• Proposed ordinance to prohibit removal of trees and palms in landscape neighborhood overlays from public property

Finance and Economic Resiliency Committee Meeting

The Finance and Economic Resiliency Committee is reviewing a proposal for a General Obligation Bond to fund capital improvements for cultural assets. A preliminary inventory of needs suggests enhancements totaling over $134 million. The discussion includes the potential fiscal impact on homeowners based on various bond amounts.

• Possible issuance of a G.O. Bond for arts and culture
• Proposed capital enhancements totaling over $134M
• Discussion of a parking garage/mixed-use project at 1262 Collins Avenue (P16)
• Request for $25,000 from the City for a Miami Beach Senior High School scoreboard
• Sale agreements for vacant properties on 87th Terrace, Commerce Street, and Pine Tree Drive

Public Safety and Neighborhood Quality of Life Meeting

The Public Safety and Neighborhood Quality of Life Committee is reviewing various city matters including police procedures, park developments, and local ordinances. Discussions include the potential use of mobile arrest-processing centers and several proposals regarding city parks and street configurations.

• Utilization of Mobile Arrest-Processing Centers to increase officer presence
• Establishment of a North Beach Historic Preservation Fund using funds from 6701 Collins Avenue violations
• Designation of 6181 Pine Tree Drive as a potential public park
• Ordinance requiring specific businesses to maintain resuscitation (CPR) equipment
• Proposed creation or expansion of pickleball facilities in city parks

Public Safety and Neighborhood Quality of Life Meeting

The Public Safety and Neighborhood Quality of Life Committee is discussing police processing efficiency, roadway safety, and potential new ordinances for businesses. The body is also reviewing updates on criminal activity near Jefferson Avenue and the 63rd Street Bridge schedule.

• Proposed ordinance requiring specified businesses to maintain CPR resuscitation equipment
• Proposed ordinance requiring food businesses with seating to post choking rescue signage
• Discussion on using mobile arrest-processing centers to increase police field time
• Proposed co-naming of a South Beach street for Andrew "Andy" Sweet
• Review of roadway safety along the Alton Road corridor in Middle Beach

City Commission Meeting

The City Commission is meeting to discuss the City Manager's March 22, 2022 declaration of a state of emergency. This action relates to public safety impacts caused by excessively large crowds in South Beach during the Spring Break 2022 high impact period.

• Discussion and action on the March 22, 2022 state of emergency declaration regarding Spring Break crowds

City Commission Meeting

The City Commission is deciding on several contracts, including a $50,000 agreement for the North Beach Composting Hub and a $130,372.57 change order for Madeleine Village Apartments. The body is also processing numerous referrals to committees regarding zoning, public safety, and parking revenue bonds.

• Change order of $130,372.57 for rehabilitation of Madeleine Village Apartments at 7861-7871 Crespi Boulevard
• $50,000 professional services agreement with Miami Beach Garden Conservancy, Inc. for North Beach Composting Hub
• Selection of BofA Securities, Inc. and Estrada Hinojosa & Co., Inc. for Stormwater Refunding Revenue Bonds
• Grant not to exceed $30,000 for Miami Beach Senior High School Rock Ensemble afterschool program
• Referral to Planning Board for amendment to R-PS1 and R-PS2 districts to incentivize apartment hotel conversion to residential

Historic Preservation Board Meeting

The Historic Preservation Board will review new and continued applications for specific properties. The board will also discuss an amendment to Land Development Regulations regarding the replication of contributing buildings demolished without a certificate of appropriateness.

• Discussion of Amendment to Chapter 118, Article X of Land Development Regulations regarding demolished contributing buildings
• New applications for 1300 Lenox Avenue and 622 15th Street
• Continued items for 833 6th Street, 550 Washington Avenue, 1901 Collins Avenue, 411 Michigan Avenue, 419 Michigan Avenue, 944 5th Street, and 333-345 Jefferson Avenue
• Modification of board order for 1751, 1757 & 1775 Collins Avenue
• Election of Chair and Vice Chair

Neighborhood and Quality of Life Committee Meeting

The Neighborhood and Quality of Life Committee is discussing strategies to address homelessness and crime, including a $100,000 allocation for the Lazarus Project. The body is also reviewing several proposals to rename city parks and facilities and discussing transportation safety and accessibility.

• Allocation of $100,000 to renew the Camillus House Lazarus Project agreement
• Proposed renaming of North Beach Bandshell at 7275 Collins Avenue to 'Miami Beach Bandshell'
• Proposed renaming of Indian Beach Park to Mid-Beach Park
• Discussion on a $25,000 donation given to the city in 2013
• Proposed co-naming of Meridian Avenue as Celia Cruz Way

Land Use and Sustainability Committee Meeting

The Land Use and Sustainability Committee is considering an expansion of the Art Deco/MiMo Commercial Character Overlay District to limit specific business uses. The committee is also discussing zoning amendments, building permit rules, and environmental protections.

• Proposed expansion of Art Deco/MiMo Overlay to Washington Avenue (5th St to Dade Blvd) and properties from 16th St to 23rd St east of Washington Avenue
• Proposed height increase to 80 feet for office space in CD-3 District on Washington Avenue between Lincoln Road and 17th Street
• Proposed ordinance to prohibit removal of trees and palms in landscape neighborhood overlays from public property
• Discussion on allocating $25,000 for Flagler Monument Island to stop motorized vessels and enhance ecological features
• Proposed amendment to repeal an exception allowing building permits while a conditional use permit appeal is pending

Finance and Economic Resiliency Committee Meeting

The Finance and Economic Resiliency Committee is reviewing various city projects including parking garage proposals, tree relocation costs, and economic development strategies. The agenda includes discussions on funding for local schools, arts and culture bonds, and potential commercial corridor enhancements.

• Discussion of Barclay Plaza Apartments at 1940 Park Avenue
• Costs associated with removing and relocating palm trees
• Potential issuance of a G.O. bond for Arts and Culture
• Repurposing city-owned surface parking lots near 41st Street into Class A office space
• Proposed parking garage and mixed-use office/retail project at 1262 Collins Avenue

City Commission Meeting

The City Commission is meeting to discuss the Art Deco Cultural District Vision Plan and decide on several ordinances and resolutions. Key items include managing the Spring Break 2022 high impact period and addressing workforce housing and city-owned parking lot developments.

• Proposed prohibition of alcohol sales for on-premises consumption between 2:00 a.m. and 8:00 a.m. south of 16th Street from March 7 to March 21, 2022
• Approval of a ground lease for the Collins Park Artist Workforce Housing Project for households earning 120% or less of the area median income
• Authorization to negotiate mixed-use developments for city-owned parking lots P25, P26, and P27
• Designation of March 3, 2022, through March 29, 2022, as a 'High Impact Period' for Spring Break 2022
• Request for FDOT and City Inspector General investigations into lane closures on 41st Street and Jefferson Avenue

City Commission Meeting

The City Commission will meet at the Bass Museum for a goals conference to discuss long-term city priorities. The session includes discussions on city vision, resiliency, transportation, and economic development. Additionally, the Commission will consider several changes to procedural protocols.

• City vision discussion: Live, Work, Play
• Resiliency priorities and transportation discussion
• Economic development discussion
• General Obligation Bonds priorities and updates
• Proposed procedural protocols including a 4-day rule for late items

Land Use and Sustainability Committee Meeting

The Land Use and Sustainability Committee is reviewing several land use amendments, including height modifications for the Collins Avenue MXE district. Other items include discussions on parking requirements, self-storage use in North Beach, and various urban design and preservation strategies.

• Zoning amendment for building heights along Collins Avenue
• Ordinance regarding the Collins Park Arts Overlay District
• North Beach Town Center District self-storage use proposal
• Lincoln West parking requirement discussion
• Repeal of automatic stay provisions for building permits

City Commission Meeting

The City Commission is meeting to vote on a consent agenda including procurement contracts and several committee referrals. Key discussions include a proposed hotel room market study and potential funding for Miami Beach Senior High School projects.

• Proposed independent consultant study on the maximum number of hotel rooms and short-term rentals
• Request for $100,000 for a 'PRO START' hospitality training program at Miami Beach Senior High School
• Request for $25,000 for a new athletic scoreboard at Miami Beach Senior High School
• Contract awards for ammunition purchase and streetlight maintenance for all roads within city limits
• Resolution urging the Florida Legislature to reject Senate Bill 146 and House Bill 5 regarding abortion

Historic Preservation Board Meeting

The Historic Preservation Board is meeting to elect a Chair and Vice Chair. The board will also review new and continued applications for historic preservation at several specific addresses.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• New application: 1685 Collins Avenue (HPB17-0176)
• New application: 1901 Collins Avenue (HPB21-0481)
• New application: 1801 Collins Avenue (HPB21-0491)
• Continued item: 550 Washington Avenue (HPB20-0440)

Design Review Board Meeting

The Miami Beach Design Review Board met to review design applications and height waivers. The board approved designs for several properties, while denying height waivers for two specific addresses.

• Approved design with conditions for 5661 Pine Tree Drive (height waiver failed)
• Approved design with conditions for 1649 W 22nd Street (height waiver failed)
• Approved design and extended variances for 666 71st Street
• Approved applications for 1255 North Biscayne Point Road, 424 East DiLido Drive, 415 E Rivo Alto Drive, and 11 East Rivo Alto Drive
• Continued the application for The Holocaust Memorial Center at 1933 Meridian Avenue to 3/1/2022

City Commission Meeting

The City Commission is discussing policy options to change the citywide alcohol sales and consumption termination time from 5:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m. This follows a non-binding straw ballot where 56.52% of voters supported the change. The Administration recommends waiting for a court ruling on a related legal challenge before adopting a new ordinance.

• Discussion of four options for 5:00 a.m. exceptions based on venue type and location
• Proposed exception for oceanfront hotels with at least 200 rooms
• Proposed exception for fully enclosed restaurants in commercial districts
• Proposed exceptions for specific areas including Washington Avenue, Normandy Drive, and 71st Street
• Review of legal challenges from Clevelander Ocean, LP regarding alcohol rollback

Historic Preservation Board Meeting

The Historic Preservation Board will meet to discuss new and continued applications for property reviews. The board will also receive an update regarding the Deauville Hotel.

• New application: 2340 Collins Avenue
• New application: 333, 337, 343 and 345 Jefferson Avenue
• Continued item: 93 Palm Avenue
• Continued item: 550 Washington Avenue
• Continued item: 601 Washington Avenue

Board of Adjustment Meeting

The Board of Adjustment will meet to conduct regular business and review appeals. The primary item is an appeal regarding a Certificate of Appropriateness for a property on Meridian Avenue.

• Appeal of administrative issuance of a Certificate of Appropriateness for 310 Meridian Avenue (ZBA21-0135)