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Res. No. 005-07-12390RESOLUTION NO. 05 -07 -12390 A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI, FLORIDA, RELATING TO THE ACCEPTANCE OF A GRANT OF $ 8,000 FROM THE VILLAGERS, INC. FOR THE PLACEMENT OF HISTORIC MARKERS (CORAL ROCK PILLARS) INDICATING THE LOCATION OF THE CAMBRIDGE LAWNS HISTORIC DISTRICT; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ADVANCE FUNDING FOR CONSTRUCTION OF AND PLACEMENT OF THE HISTORIC MARKERS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. WHEREAS, in September 2006, the Historic Preservation Board and the Planning Department submitted an application for funding to the Villagers , Inc., a local volunteer preservation group which annually provides grants to organizations for historic preservation projects and; WHEREAS, the project proposed for funding was to construct three coral rock pillars indicating the location of the City's first historic district Cambridge Lawns; each pillar would be placed at an entrance / boundary point in the rights -of -way at three locations; and, WHEREAS, in a letter dated November 17, 2006 from Jane Noppenberg, Preservation Chair of the Villagers, Inc. the City was advised that the organization was awarding the full $8000 requested for the Cambridge Lawns Historic Marker project; and, WHEREAS, the City was also advised that the grant operates as a re- imbursement, thereby requiring the City to provide advance funding, implement the project, and then receive re- imbursement; and WHEREAS, the South Miami City Commission should formally accept the grant from the Villagers, Inc. and also authorize the City Manager to advance funding for the construction and placement of the historic markers. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF CORAL GABLES THAT: SECTION 1. The South Miami City Commission formally accepts the grant from the Villagers, Inc. and further authorizes the City Manager to advance funding up to $8000 for the construction and placement of the historic markers. SECTION 2. The City Manager is hereby directed to prepare a grant agreement between the Villagers and the City setting forth a time table, implementation responsibilities and the re- imbursement policy. SECTION 3. This Resolution shall become effective upon the date of its adoption herein. Res. No. 05 -07 -12390 PASSED AND ADOPTED this AT T: r A C CLERK READ AND APPROVED AS TO FORM: C TORNEY PACornm Items12007U- 9- 071Villagers Grant Resolution.doe (2) day of 2007. APP OVED: 6,c� � A OR Commission le: 5-0 Mayor Feliu: Yea Vice Mayor Wiscombe: Yea Commissioner Palmer: Yea Commissioner Birts: Yed Commissioner Beckman: Yea South Miami pil- AmericaCll�r CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI f - -- - - - - - -- OFFICE -OF THE CITY MANAGER - - - - -- - - INTER - OFFICE MEMORANDUM 2001 To: The Honorable Mayor Feliu and Members of the City Commission Via: Yvonne S. McKinley, City Manager From: Sanford A. Youkilis, Acting Planning Direct0,� Date: January 9, 2007 ITEM No. Subject: A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI, FLORIDA, RELATING TO THE ACCEPTANCE OF A GRANT OF $8000 FROM THE VILLAGERS, INC. FOR THE PLACEMENT OF HISTORIC MARKERS (CORAL ROCK PILLARS) INDICATING THE LOCATION OF THE CAMBRIDGE LAWNS HISTORIC DISTRICT; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ADVANCE FUNDING FOR CONSTRUCTION OF AND PLACEMENT OF THE HISTORIC MARKERS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. Background: In September 2006, the Historic Preservation Board and the Planning Department submitted an application for funding to the Villagers , Inc., a local volunteer preservation group which annually provides grants to organizations for historic preservation projects. The proposed project was to construct three coral rock pillars indicating the location of the City's first historic district Cambridge Lawns. Each pillar would be placed at an entrance 1 boundary point in the rights -of -way at three locations. The estimated total cost of the project was $8000. The application was accompanied by photographic and digital images prepared by Board member Architect Marice Chael. Attached is a copy of the application submitted to the Villagers, Inc. In a letter dated November 17, 2006 from Jane Noppenberg, Preservation Chair of the Villagers, Inc. the City was advised that the organization was awarding the full $8000 requested for the Cambridge Lawns Historic Marker project. The communication also explains that the project must be done within two years and that the grant operates as a re- imbursement. The City will carry out the project, however, the City Commission should formally accept the grant and authorize the City Manager to advance funding for the construction and placement of the historic markers. The City will also prepare a grant agreement between the Villagers and the City setting forth a time table, implementation responsibilities and the re- imbursement policy. Recommendation: It is recommended that the attached draft resolution be adopted accepting the grant award and authorizing the City Manager to advance funding for the construction and placement of the historic markers. Backup Documentation: Draft Resolution Grant Award Letter from Villagers, Inc. Application for Funding/ Graphics SAY P:IComm Items1200711- 9- 071Vilagers Grant CM Report.doc Dec 06 06 04:31p JRNE NOPPENBERG 305 667 -5734 p.2 VILLAGERS THE L O R 6 A 1 November 17, 2006 Mrs. Ann Arty Clyatt City of South :4iami Preservation Chairman 6130 Sunset I :rive South Miami, .: L 33143 Dear Mrs. C111:4 The V1 agers would like to thank you for your application for funding of the markers for tl-,� Cambridge Lawn Historic District in South Miami_ We are pleased to inform you hat the project has been approved for $8,000. Upon - .)mpletion of the work, please send us a paid bill and we will reimburse yof up to $8,000. Please remember the time limit on the funds is two years from tbi :s date. We also understand that you have agreed to acknowledge our contributii ,n on the markers and will contact us for logo and wording. We wo .ild be very pleased if we would be permitted to hold a meeting or function in on of the city's meeting places. Please let me know if that would be welcomed. Again ;ongratulations on your fine work in restoring and preserving our community. i 1e look forward to its completion. Sincerely, J ne Noppenberg Restoration and Preservation Chairman DEDIC_ TED TO THE RESTORATION AND PRESERVATION, OF HISTORIC SITES P.Q. BOX 141843, CORAL GABLES, FLORIDA 33114 -1843 www.theviffagersinc.org THE VILLAGERS I N C O R P O R A T E D APPLICATION FOR VILLAGERS FUNDING NAME OF ORGANIZATION: City of South Miami / Historic Preservation Board CONTACT PERSON: Don O'Donniley, Planning Director Address: City of South Miami 6130 Sunset Dr. South Miami, FL.33143 Phone: 305 -663 -6327 Fax: 305 -668 -7356 E -mail: Dodonniley @cityofsouthmiami.net AMOUNT REQUESTED FROM VILLAGERS: $7500 NAME AND ADDRESS OF PROPERTY OWNER FOR THE PROJECT TO BE FUNDED: City of South Miami (R -O -W) State of Florida (R O -W) - PLEASE DESCRIBE THE PROJECT "Cambridge Lawns- District Markers Project Attached graphic material (photographs/ digital images) that will sufficiently describe/ explain the project and a copy of the proposed budget. The construction of three 6 foot tall coral rock pillars indicating the Iocation of the Cambridge Lawns Historic District. Each pillar will be placed at an entrancelboundary point in the rights -of way at three locations. Option 2 on the attached diyital image pale was selected by the Board as the marker that will be built. Proposed Budget: $7500 —construction of 3 pillars (estimate from Rockers Stone, Inc.) 300- Bronze plaques 200- Site preparation $8000 FOR WHAT SPECIFICALLY WILL TIIE VILLAGERS' FUNDS BE USED? Construction of the three district markers. VILLAGERS APPLICATION Page 2 HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE OF THE PROPERTY FOR WHICH FUNDS ARE REQUESTED: In 2004 the City of South Miami by ordinance designated the Cambridge Lawns Historic District. It is the first historic district in the City to be designated. The district consists of 30 single - family residences built in the 1920's. They are excellent examples of the small scale Tudor and Mediterranean Revival architectural style of that period. AVAILABILITY AND BENEFITS TO THE PUBLIC: The markers will be visible to the public on Miller Road and SW 62 Ave., both heavily traveled streets. It will allow citizens to readily identify the location of the district and that the homes in this area are historically and architecturally significant. ESTIMATED COST FOR THE TOTAL PROJECT: $8,000 MONEY RECEIVED AND /OR REQUESTED FROM OTHER SOURCES FOR THE PROPOSED PROJECT: $300 — bronze plaques (City of South Miami) $200. — site preparation(City of South Miami) HOW WILL THE VILLAGERS, INC. BE RECOGNIZED FOR THEIR PARTICIPATION? The district markers will each contain a bronze plaque (10" diameter) indicating the name of the historic district and the wording "Sponsored by the Villagers, Inc." (See attached digital image pages) HOW WILL THE PROJECT BE MAINTAINED? The City of South Miami will maintain the markers and the surrounding landscaping. ESTIMATED DATE FOR BEGINNING THE PROJECT: Jan. 1, 2007 Project for which funds are awarded must be completed within two (2) years after the notification of the grant award, or the grant award is null and void. There will be annual review for each grant awarded. 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