MBU Resolutions For Wednesday s Commission Meeting 02-21-2024

The Wednesday, April 3, 2024 Commission Meeting starts at 8:30 a.m. with the Sutnick Hour where residents may speak on any topic. The meeting will be held at: Miami Beach Convention Center, 1901 Convention Center Drive, 2nd Floor, Meeting Rooms 222-225;

or Zoom at https://miamibeachfl-gov.zoom.us/j/81392857671; or Dial: 1.305.224.1968 or  888.475.4499 (Toll Free) Webinar ID:1392857671# March 13, 2024 – 8:30 AM

It will also be streamed live on MBTV Channel 660 on Atlantic Broadband or 99 on AT&T U-Verse, on the City’s website, and on Facebook Live at facebook.com/cityofmiamibeach.

IF YOU WISH TO SPEAK ON AN ITEM DURING THE MEETING:

Via Zoom, please click the “raise hand” button on the screen to raise your hand as soon as the item is called. This will pull you to the top of the list and make it easier for the team to find you in the list of attendees. Or via phone, press *9 to raise a hand to be placed in queue to speak.

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Summary:

ALCOHOL HOURS OF SALE WEST AVENUE – 2:00 A.M. INDOORS EAST SIDE OF ALTON ROAD – PROSPECTIVE 2:00 A.M.

MBU RESOLUTION:

Miami Beach United SUPPORTS this alcohol ordinance especially because it prevents future 5:00 a.m. bars and nightclubs in the West Avenue neighborhood and creates parity between the east and west sides of Alton Road. However, too many establishments will be exempt, so we urge the commission to further reduce the number of establishments in this residential neighborhood which can serve alcohol after 2 am.

Read the Commission document by clickingHERE

Summary:

NOTICE REQUIREMENTS FOR DISCUSSION ITEMS ORDINANCE AMENDING ADMINISTRATION AND REVIEW PROCEDURES TO ESTABLISH A NOTICE PROCEDURE FOR CERTAIN DISCUSSION ITEMS THAT ARE SCHEDULED BY LAND USE BOARDS

MBU RESOLUTION:

Miami Beach United SUPPORTS this important ordinance to enhance notification requirements to a property owner when a discussion of their property is included on any Land Use Board agenda. We believe it is only fair that the owner is aware, from the inception, of any discussion or dialogue taking place by the City about their property which could have a considerable impact on their property. Having been integrally involved in the creation of the City’s Residents Right to Know process, MBU is committed to support legislation which increases transparency and helps to ensure that residents and businesses are fully informed and timely aware of any Land Use Board discussions that may affect them.

Read the Commission document by clickingHERE

Summary:

AMENDS CITY’S NOISE REGULATIONS TO INCLUDE NOISE EMANATING FROM A VESSEL OR FLOATING STRUCTURE, AND CLARIFYING THAT ENGINE OR EXHAUST NOISE EMITTED FROM VESSELS MAY BE ENFORCED

MBU RESOLUTION:

Miami Beach United SUPPORTS this amendment to the City’s noise regulations. Noise from floating vessels or floating structures has been an ongoing issue in the water surrounding Miami Beach and this amendment would clarify existing ordinances to specifically include noise emanating from the water.

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Summary:

A RESOLUTION DIRECTING THE CITY ADMINISTRATION TO EXPLORE A CENTRAL, EASY TO REMEMBER DIAL-IN OPTION FOR RESIDENTS TO USE AND NOTIFY THE CITY, SUCH AS 3-1-1, TO ADDRESS PUBLIC SAFETY AND CODE COMPLIANCE ISSUES, NON-EMERGENCY COMPLAINTS, AND SIMILAR MATTERS.

MBU RESOLUTION:

Miami Beach United SUPPORTS this initiative to explore a dial-in option which would make it easier for residents to report issues quickly. Providing an alternative means of input to those who might have trouble using the City’s existing app helps ensure that we are capturing and addressing Important issues or problems in real time.

Read the Commission document by clicking HERE

Summary:

AMENDMENT TO “RESIDENTS’ RIGHT TO KNOW,” TO ADD PLANNED CLOSURE OF A CITY STREET, BRIDGE OR PARK BRIDGE TO THE LIST OF ISSUES DEFINED AS “MATTERS THAT IMPACT RESIDENTS’ QUALITY OF LIFE” WHICH REQUIRE TARGETED NEIGHBORHOOD NOTICE IF IN AN AGENDA ITEM BEFORE THE COMMISSION OR A COMMISSION COMMITTEE.

MBU RESOLUTION:

Miami Beach United SUPPORTS this amendment, which extends the list of issues included under the “Residents’ Right to Know” ordinance to agenda items pertaining to planned closure of a City street, bridge, or park, as these are all issues of potentially significant impact to residents’ quality of life. We further support the intent stated in this item “to promote transparency and

identify additional opportunities for public notice on matters of importance to City residents” which demonstrates commitment to ongoing timely notification so critical to our residents.

Read the Commission document by clicking HERE

Summary:

DISCUSS/TAKE ACTION: STIPENDS AND STAFFING FOR MEMBERS OF THE CITY COMMISSION

MBU RESOLUTION:

Miami Beach United believes that now is not the best time for a discussion of stipends or other compensation for the Mayor and Commissioners. We believe, as was recommended by the Ad Hoc Charter Review Board, that the Commission should defer discussion of this item until after the Charter Review Board has had the opportunity to make recommendations on this matter.

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