In any event, the standards for maintenance, repair and replacement of the Garage shall be no less than the standards provided in municipal parking garages that are operated and maintained by the City.  Edens shall always take good care of, maintain, and shall make all repairs reasonably necessary to keep the Property in good and safe order condition.  They shall promptly rectify any damage or interference caused by Edens to any Property, improvements, equipment, structures, or vegetation inside or outside of the Development Site, which is owned or controlled by City.  Edens shall at all times comply with all requirements with respect to the use, condition, operation, ownership, maintenance, and remediation of the Property.

Over recent years, the condition of the Property has deteriorated.  In addition, the security program needs to be strengthened to incorporate traffic and access controls to all patrons during and after Property operating hours to deter and prevent vehicles from driving to the top parking deck and performing unsafe and loud maneuvers.   On March 2, 2022, these deficiencies were discussed at the Public Safety Neighborhood and Quality of Life Committee (PSNQLC) meeting.  Thereafter, on March 14, 2022, the Administration along with several City Commissioners and the Edens property management team conducted a walkthrough of the Property to further identify and address deficiencies. At the request of Commissioner Meiner, an update on the status of the items were to be discussed at June's PSNQLC meeting.

Consequently, on June 15, 2022, Administration presented the following updates:

• Homeless Issue – the City’s Homeless Outreach team has been working with the Edens team to address the homeless issues in the area. This collaboration has reduced the number of homeless in the area as well as provided the homeless assistance needed.
• Sidewalk Repairs – the sidewalks along 5th Street were uneven, causing a tripping hazard. The sidewalks have been repaired.
• Paint – the first floor of the complex has been painted, along 6th Street. It has been painted grey and white to allow for a cleaner appearance since that street has the most traffic.
• Freebee Valet Stand – located on the 3rd floor of the garage, a partner with the City of Miami Beach to help the City provide on-demand transportation to the residents as well as low-income seniors in South Beach, has been responsive and cleaned up the area they currently use.
• Bus Stop Signage – the signs surrounding the bus stop area on Alton Road have been replaced and the area has been painted.

The Edens maintenance team has directed their focus over the last month on upgrading the existing lighting system to LED throughout the Property.  They have completed this project along the retail storefronts and are currently implementing in the garage and stairways.  Edens has prepared a list of capital improvements which have been reviewed in conjunction with the City’s Parking Department.  Since last presented in June, the schedule for these projects have been updated (below) and remain on target to be completed in 2022/2023:

• Roof / Waterproof – Started November 7, 2022, and to be completed by March 2023.

• CCTV upgrade – $150K invested in the CCTV system to include additional cameras and monitors.  Project started in May 2022 and was completed in early November 2022.

• Elevator Upgrade – Due to sourcing of materials, this project is delayed and will begin in December 2022. The target date of completion is April 2023. Estimated project cost $450K.

• Stormwater redevelopment - There are four (4) wells that will be redeveloped.  Two wells have been completed as of October 2022.  The third well is scheduled for completion by February 2023, and the fourth well by spring 2023.

At the June 15, 2022 PSNQLC meeting, Commissioner Meiner requested this item be brought back within six months for another update. The item originally slated for discussion in September has since been deferred twice.

Staff has continued to conduct regular inspections of the Property and maintains an open line of communication with the Edens team to ensure identified deficiencies are addressed quickly (Exhibit A).  Edens maintenance staff has implemented a consistent schedule and are seen regularly sweeping, painting and cleaning the exterior building and the garage decks. On October 5, 2022, the Administration along with the HOA members and the Edens property management team conducted a walkthrough of the Property to keep everyone informed about the progress and ongoing projects to improve the complex.