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COMMISSION MEMORANDUM

TO:Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Commission 
FROM:Alina T. Hudak, City Manager 
DATE:October  18, 2023
 



SUBJECT:A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING (AND, AS TO CERTAIN AGREEMENTS, RETROACTIVELY APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING) THE CITY MANAGER, OR HER DESIGNEE, TO APPLY FOR, AND ACCEPT FUNDING, EXECUTE ANY AND ALL DOCUMENTS OR AGREEMENTS, AND APPROPRIATE FUNDING RECEIVED BY THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH IN CONNECTION WITH THE FOLLOWING GRANTS, PROGRAMS, AND AGREEMENTS: 1) MIAMI BEACH VISITOR AND CONVENTION AUTHORITY, TOURISM ENRICHMENT PROGRAM, IN THE APPROXIMATE AMOUNT OF $75,000; 2) U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY, FEMA, THROUGH STATE OF FLORIDA DIVISION OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AND MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FY 2022 OPERATION STONEGARDEN GRANT PROGRAM, IN THE APPROXIMATE AMOUNT OF $7,400; AND 3) FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF LAW ENFORCEMENT, THROUGH U.S. DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE, FY 2022 EDWARD BYRNE MEMORIAL JUSTICE ASSISTANCE COUNTYWIDE GRANT PROGRAM, IN THE APPROXIMATE AMOUNT OF $13,000.

RECOMMENDATION

Adopt the Resolution.

BACKGROUND/HISTORY

The City of Miami Beach applies for various grants and funding allocations from external agencies and organizations.  Information regarding the projects and funding sources is included in the Analysis section of this Agenda Item.

ANALYSIS

1. Miami Beach Visitor and Convention Authority, Tourism Enrichment Program, in the approximate amount of $75,000 for South Beach Slam

 

The Miami Beach Visitor and Convention Authority (MBVCA) FY 2023/2024 Tourism Enrichment Program provides funding for activities and events that have been identified by the MBVCA and that fulfill the MBVCA’s mission. The MBVCA is a seven-member authority, appointed by the City of Miami Beach Commission, with the goal of encouraging, developing, and promoting the image of Miami Beach locally, nationally, and internationally as an outstanding tourist destination. 

 

The City administration is applying for grant funding in the approximate amount of $75,000 to support South Beach Slam, which is South Florida’s largest double’s amateur Pickleball tournament. The event will be held in a surface parking lot at 1665 Lenox Avenue, in partnership with Major League Pickleball, the Greater Miami Convention and Visitors Bureau, and the Lincoln Road Business Improvement District. No matching funds are required.

 

2. U.S. Department of Homeland Security, FEMA, through State of Florida Division of Emergency Management and Miami-Dade County, FY 2022 Operation Stonegarden Grant Program, in the approximate amount of $7,400 for Police Overtime

 

Operation Stonegarden (OPSG) is a federal grant program administered by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). The goal of the OPSG Program is to provide funding for the enhanced cooperation and coordination of state, local, tribal, territorial, and federal law enforcement agencies to jointly enhance security along the United States land and water borders.

 

The City administration is accepting the FY 2022 Operation Stonegarden allocation as a continuation of passthrough funding from Miami-Dade County. The funding will assist the City’s Police Department in protecting the border through its Operation Stonegarden effort, which has been done in partnership with the Miami-Dade Police Department for several years. Specifically, the funds will be used to cover police overtime hours. No matching funds are required.

 

3. Florida Department of Law Enforcement, through U.S. Department of Justice, FY 2022 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Countywide Program, in the approximate amount of $13,000 for Police Equipment and Training

 

The JAG-Countywide (JAGC) program provides an allocation to each of Florida’s 67 counties to enhance the criminal justice system. JAGC funds may be used to implement programs in one of the following program areas: law enforcement; prosecution, courts, and indigent defense; prevention and education; corrections, community corrections, and reentry; drug treatment and enforcement; planning evaluation and technology improvements; crime victim and witnesses; and mental health.

 

The City administration is applying for grant funding in the approximate amount of $13,000 for the purchase of police equipment and training. Specifically, the funds will be used to purchase 4 monitors and to send 3 crime analysts to two separate training conferences. No matching funds are required.

SUPPORTING SURVEY DATA

In the 2022 Resident Satisfaction Survey, more than 87% of respondents either “strongly agree” or “agree” that Miami Beach free or City sponsored art and cultural activities contribute to the quality of life in Miami Beach.

 

In the 2022 Resident Satisfaction Survey, more than 65% of respondents said that “quality of police services” is either “good” or “excellent”.

FINANCIAL INFORMATION

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CONCLUSION

Based on the stated analysis, the Administration recommends that the Mayor and City Commission adopt the Resolution appropriating funding and approving and authorizing the City Manager or her designee to apply for and accept funds and execute all documents or agreements in connection with these grants, award programs and funding requests.

Applicable Area

Citywide
Is this a "Residents Right to Know" item, pursuant to City Code Section 2-14? Does this item utilize G.O. Bond Funds?
No No 

Strategic Connection

Prosperity - Market and promote Miami Beach as a world class arts, culture, and quality entertainment destination.
Legislative Tracking
Finance

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