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RESOLUTION NO.
A Resolution re- appointing Donna M. Shelley to serve on the
Historic Preservation Board for a two -year term ending July 18,
2013.
WHEREAS, The Mayor and Commission recognize the important contributions
made by those who serve on the various city boards and committees, and wish to appoint a
full complement to each of the active boards and committees; and
WHEREAS, The City Commission desires to re- appoint Donna M. Shelley to
serve for a two -year term on the Historic Preservation Board. Appointment shall expire
July 18, 2013 or until a successor is duly appointed and qualified.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI, FLORIDA, THAT:
Section 1. The City Commission hereby re- appoints Donna M. Shelley to the
Historic Preservation Board.
Section 2. The expiration date of this appointment shall be July 18, 2013 or
until a successor is duly appointed and qualified.
Section 3. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon approval.
Passed and adopted this 19`" day of July, 2011.
ATTEST:
COMMISSION VOTE:
READ AND APPROVED AS TO FORM
AND SUFFICIENCY:
CITY ATTORNEY
APPROVED:
Mayor Stoddard:
Vice Mayor Newman:
Commissioner Palmer:
Commissioner Beasley:
Commissioner Harris:
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Date June 27,20`11
Donna M. Shelley
Education
Harvard University Cambridge, MA, Bachelor of Liberal Arts, cum laude, 1985
Graduate of Southeast Museum Conference Jekyll Island Management Institute, January 2002
Experience
Freelance Writer, Miami, FL
October 2004 to present
Assist non - profit and for - profit clients with grant - writing, funding and outreach; copywriting and editing.
Successfully completed projects /grants funded: National Trust for Historic Preservation, Florida Department
of State, the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation and Monroe County Tourist Development Council,
among others; museum exhibit copy: research and write exhibit text and tour signage for three Collier
County Government history museums; journalism: contributing writer, SoMiMag. In August 2010, form
DIMS Studio, Inc. with Ronald Shelley. The corporation provides consulting, freelance writing and artistic
services to clients in the public and private sectors, as well as to individuals.
Office of Grants Administration, City of Miami
Grant Writer, November 2006 to September 2009
Research, identify, write and develop various public and private grant opportunities to generate new
funding sources and revenues for the City of Miami and community -based organizations. Successful grants
include funding awarded by the Florida Department of State, the Florida Department of Elderly Affairs,
Florida Inland Navigation District, and Dade Community Foundation, among others. Special projects include
writing the application for which the City of Miami was designated a Preserve America Community" by the
National Park Service and the research, development and installation of the exhibition "In the Line of Duty"
for the Black Police Precinct and Courthouse Museum.
University of Miami, Rosenstiel School, Miami, FL
Assistant Director of Development, March 2004 to December 2004
Fundraise:for.assigned projects at the Marine and-Atmospheric Science School Cultivate funding prospects .
in two areas: major gifts and foundations. Write grants. Assist in outreach and publicity.
Collier County Government Museums, Everglades City and immokalee, FL
Manager, Project Manager June 1998 to March 2004
Chief administrator for the Museum of the Everglades housed in a historic commercial laundry. Direct daily
operations, oversee and perform all duties (curator, education, outreach and fundraiser) for two county
museums. Build audiences for two new museums via art shows, special events and public outreach. Write
grants, direct work and administer grants for restoration project of 15 buildings and site features at Roberts
Ranch in Immokalee. Successfully list both museum properties in the National Register for Historic Places.
Write the application for which the City of Everglades City was designated "Rural Community of the Year,
1998." Train and supervise volunteers and staff.
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Victoria Mansion, Portland, ME
Director, May 1995 to May 1998
Chief administrator for a museum in a mid - nineteenth century private residence complete with original
furnishings. House is a National Historic Landmark. Direct daily operations; act as the museum's chief
liaison to the community and the public. Prepare and manage annual operating budget and grant
proposals. Raise funds for operations and development (including $1.25 million successful Capital
Campaign). Coordinate restoration and maintenance programs and marketing and publicity. Successful
marketing campaign includes: "America's Castles" segment, articles in Cigar Aficionado, Victorian Homes,
The Magazine Antiques and the New York Times Travel section. Build visitor numbers from 7,000 per year
to over 20,000 in one year via special events, publicity and community involvement (including board
membership on Portland's Convention and Visitors Bureau).
Bonnet House, Fort Lauderdale, FL
Curator, Interim Director, February 1993 to April 1995
Responsible for the care, maintenance and exhibition of the collections of a historic house museum on a
35 -acre site located between the Atlantic Ocean and the Intracoastal Waterway. Built in 1920, the home
was the winter retreat of artists Frederic and Evelyn Bartlett. Collections include historic buildings, exotic
and native flora and fauna, fine and decorative arts, archives and library. Assist in writing grant applications.
Oversee the successful completion of and hire contract employees for restoration grant. Supervise Grounds
and Maintenance crews. Develop botanical tour and volunteer training information.
USS Constitution Museum, Boston, MA
Associate Curator, 1991 to 1993, Curatorial Assistant, 1990 to 1991
The museum promotes the US Navy and America's naval heritage through education outreach, public
access and historic demonstration. Curatorial duties: assist in the care of a maritime history museum's
collections, create exhibits and perform research. Supervise registrar, exhibit preparator, volunteers and
interns. Assist in the preparation of grants.
Career Development
Notary Public, State of Florida
Honors
American Association of University Women, Naples Chapter, "Woman of Acmevement, Luu4
City of Miami, Certificate of Appreciation, Black Police Precinct and Courthouse Museum, 2009
Community Service
Chair, Historic Preservation Board for the City of South Miami (2006 -2011)
Secretary, Commission for Women, City of South Miami (2010 -2011)
Vice President, South Miami Alliance for Youth Board (2010 to present)
Steering Committee Member, SoMi Art Night (2010 to present)
Organizations
National Trust for Historic Preservation; Florida Trust for Historic Preservation; National Notary Association;
Dade Heritage Trust
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