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RESOLUTION NO. _____ _
2 A Resolution re-appointing Alfredo Riverol, to serve on the City of South
3 Miami Pension Board for a two-year term ending July 6, 2017.
4 WHEREAS, the Mayor and Commission recognize the important contributions made by
5 those who serve on the various city boards and committees, and wish to appoint a full
6 complement to each of the active boards and committees; and
7 WHEREAS, Sec. 16-20 of the Code or Ordinances provides for two active employees of
8 the City to be appointed as per the City Charter; and
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10 WHEREAS, commencing with appointments made after January 1, 2009, Sec. 2-22
11 "Term Limits" of the Code of Ordinances provides that, appointees are limited to two (2)
12 consecutive two-year terms of membership on a specific commission, board, or committee. After
13 serving a maximum of two (2) consecutive year terms, an appointee shall not be reappointed to
14 the same commission, board or committee unless at least one year has elapsed between the term
15 limited position and the effective date of commencement of the proposed appointment for a new
16 term; and
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18 WHEREAS, Sec. 2-22 "Term Limits" of the Code of Ordinances, as amended by
19 Ordinance No. 06-14-2184, dated April 15, 2014, provides that the appointer, or his or her
20 successor in office, may extend the term limits of his or her appointment with the advice and
21 consent of a majority of the City Commission; and
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23 WHEREAS, Mr. Riverol was previously appointed to the City Pension Board and he has
24 served as a board member for over four continuous years when his current appointment expired
25 on October 1,2014; and
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27 WHEREAS, the City Commission desires to re-appoint Alfredo Riverol to serve on the
28 City's Pension Board as an active employee of the City for an additional two-year term,
29 exceeding the City's term limit ordinance as an allowable exception. Appointments shall expire
30 July 6, 2017 or until removed or until a successor is duly appointed and qualified.
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32 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY
33 COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI, FLORIDA, THAT:
34 Section 1. The City Commission hereby re-appoints Alfredo Riverol to serve on the
35 City Pension Board as an active employee of the City a two year term as an exception to the term
36 limits set forth in and as allowed by Section 2-22 of the City's Code of Ordinances.
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38 Section 2. The expiration date of this appointment shall be July 6, 2017, unless
39 removed earlier by the City Commission, or until a successor is duly appointed and qualified.
40 Section 3. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon approval.
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Passed and adopted this _ day of ___ , 2015.
ATTEST:
CITY CLERK
READ AND APPROVED AS TO FORM,
LANGUAGE, LEGALITY AND
EXECUTION THEREOF
APPROVED:
MAYOR
COMMISSION VOTE:
Mayor Stoddard:
Vice Mayor Harris:
Commissioner Edmond:
13 Commissioner Liebman:
14 Commissioner Welsh:
15 CITY ATTORNEY
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6130 Sunset Drive
South Miami, FL 33143
Phone No. 305-663-6340
Fax No. 305-663-6348
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10. Are you a registered voter? Yes / No
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Alfredo Riverol, CPA, Cr.F A, MP A, MST
EMPLOYMENT
HISTORY
2009· PRESENT RlVEROL & COMPANY CPA MIAMI, FL
Certified Public Accountant and Consultant
Specialize in serving small to mid-size businesses with management and fmancial
needs. Assist multiple companies in supervising andlor developing a management
and accounting staff. Provide oversight of accounts payable, accounts receivable
and day-to-day managedal and accounting 11.mctions including the entire month-
end process through financial statement and analysis. The Focus is to help
businesses streamline pOlicies and procedures. and recruit and develop the proper
staff. Communicate the company's current fmancial status to owners and
executive management teams on a regular basis. Provide clients, with a full range
of services including fmancial auditing and reviews, payroll services, in-house
accounting assistance, fmancial ratios, cash flow and budget analysis, tax
planning, short and long-range business plans, internal control studies, special
investigations, lease/purchase studies and leasing programs, pension analysis.
2008-2009 CITY OF HOMESTEAD HOMESTEAD, FL
City I)J.ternal Auditor
Appointed by the Mayor and CounciL Responsible for the review and monitoling
of internal controls and for the performance of such other duties as assigned by
the Council. Conducted operational, economy, efficiency, performance,. fmancial
& compliance audits of the City govemment with wdtten reports submitted to
both the Mayor and COlUlcil. Developed goals, objectives, strategies and .audit
plans and programs for the Internal Audit Division. Provided reports to City
Council as required as to progress, audit fmdings and recommendations.
Monitored the application of administrative policies and directives. Evaluated the
effectiveness of administrative and internal control systems. Examined the
authenticity, completeness and accuracy of accounting and financial data. Verified
compliance with federal, state and City grant programs. Analyzed data obtained
for evidence of deficiencies in controls, duplication, extravagances, fraud or lack
of compliance with established policies or procedures. Makes recommendations
for corrective actions.
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Alfredo Riverol, CPA, Cr.F A, MP A, MST
2006-2008 VILLAGE OF PINECRST PINECREST, FL
Assistant Village Manager
Performed various complex financial analyses and summarized fmdings for
decision-making purposes. Managed and supervised all capital projects
throughou( the Village. Actively participated in reviewing financial results
and analyzing its effects on the organization. Conducted short-term and long-
term forecasts. Responsible for assisting the Village's Financial Department
which oversees an approximate annual budget of $20 million. Developed and
coordinated budget preparations, grants, and contracts administration;
monitored and evaluated revenue expenditures relative to budget projections;
monitored fiscal·operations for conformance with various policies, procedural
and legal requirements; and performed a wide variety of professional budget
and accounting work. Planned, organized, directed, and managed subordinate
personnel involved in developing, implementing, and maintaining policies
and practices for the Village. Assisted and was involved ih the selection and
implementation of the Village's new accounting system. Performed a variety
of professional and administrative work in formulating administrative
principles, practices and policies. Worked independently under the general
supervision of the Village Manager. Oversaw all departments, conducted
studies, and researched issues as directed by the Village Manager. Attended
Committee, County and State meetings. Received information requests and
complaints regarding services and resolved issues with the public. Performed
organizational and procedural studies and developed recommendations for the
Village Manager. Provided technical assistance in implementing new or
modified systems. Developed and implemented a departmental operations and
procedures manual and evaluated staff performance annually. Disciplined
department employees for violation of Village or Department Policies and
Procedures Manual..
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Alfredo Riverol, CPA, er.F A, MP A, MST
1999-2006 CITY OF NORTH MIAMI BEACH NMB,FL
Assistant City Manager (2004 -2006)
Responsible for the management of the City's Financial Department which
oversees an approximate annual budget of$55 million. Responsible for
handling all reimbursement requests from FEMA, Florida and Miami-Dade
County with reference to expenditures required for disaster relief efforts.
Developed short and long term goals; advised the City Manager and Board on
financial trends, applicable accounting state and federal laws and regulations;
developed policies and practices necessary to comply with those regulations;
and ensured compliance with the same. Responsible for statewide compliance
with policies and enforcement consistency. Administrative and managerial
work assisting the city manager in directing and coordinating the policies and
programs of a group of municipal govenunental departments. Assisted in the
policy development, preparation, administration and execution of the city's
annual operating budget, as well as the capital improvement and grant
program budgets. Provided administrative oversight of the Finance,
. Information Technology and Public Services departments. Directed the
development of departmental policies and regulations; determined standards
to evaluate effectiveness of departmental management operation and policy;
initiated support programs to facilitate increased efficiency; coordinate
departmental activities with other departments of the city government.
Assisted the city manager in coordinating andlor negotiating cooperative
activities among govenunental agencies, as well as private companies,
requiring city cooperation. Assumed duties in the absence of the City .
Manager and Deputy City Manager. ,
Assistant to City Manager (2002 -2004)
Assisted the City Manager in a wide array of functions for the City of North Miami
Beach, including long-range planning and budgetary responsibilities. Served as a
key member of the management staff, representing the City Manager as needed.
Conferred with upper management in the selection and implementation of programs
and initiatives. Initiated and procured Federa!, State, and Connty grants for a variety
of programs and projects. Coordinated and assisted in the administrating of the
City's $17.5 million Proud Neighborhoods Capital Improvement Bond Program.
Responsible for on-going inter-Ioca! agreements such as City-staffed special taxing
districts. In many circumstances I served as the City Manager's representative on
boards, conunissions, and committees. One major responsibility was to act as the
liaison between the City Manager's Office and City departments. Moreover, I was
assigned to monitor and prepare public record responses to many different entities
(employees, olltslde organizations, Commissioners, etc.) I perforlned research and
analysis to compile data for reports, cost estimates, and made sure to monitor City
and departmental issues and projects. Generally, I assisted the City Manager in
administering the budget and developing, coordinating, and implementing gpeciul
project assignments.
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Alfredo Riverol, CPA, eLF A, MP A, MST
EDUCATION
Assistant to Director of Administrative Services (.1000-2002)
Oversaw City programs. Worked directly under the Deputy City Manager. In the position
I created new programs and altered others in an effort to formulate a better operating City.
Supervised over 200 full-time employees. I was an active member of the revenue
committee, which was created by the Mayor to create new, innovative ways to generate
umeserved funds.
Public Information Offieer (1999 -2000)
Part of the Senior Management Administration that was accountable for building and
implementing numerous projects and programs. Coordinaied Special Events, and Dealt
with the Media at all levels. Researched and assisted in the grant building process for
many programs. Involved on a daily basis with budget issues and continuously strived to
develop cost efficient advertising initiatives.
1996-1999
Accountant
ARES AND COMPANY CPA, PA MIAMI,FL
Prepared, examined, and analyzed accounting records, fmanciaI statements, and
other financial reports to assess accuracy, completeness, and conformance to
reporting and procedural standards. Computed taxes owed and prepared tax returns,
ensuring compliance with payment, reporting and other tax requirements. Analyzed
business operations, trends, costs, revenues, financial corrunitments, and obligations,
to project future revenues and expenses or to provide advice. Reported to
management/owners regarding the finances of the organization. Established chart of
accounts, and assigned entries to the proper accounts. Developed, maintained, and
analyzed budgets, prepared periodic reports that compared budgeted costs to actual
costs. Developed, implemented, modified, and document recordkeeping and
accounting systems, making use of current computer technology. Prepared forms and
manuals for accounting and bookkeeping personnel, and directed their work
activities. Worked with Internal Revenue Service agents during their performance of
field work. Advised management about issues such as resource. utilization, tax
strategies, and the assumptions underlying budget forecasts. Assisted in providing
internal and external auditing services for businesses and individuals.
FLORIDA INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY MIAMI, FL
Master ofScienee in Taxation (Graduated 2003)
Received a Masters Degree from the Chapman Graduate School of Business with
concentration in accounting and an area of specialty in tax policy. GPA 3.7
. FLORIDA INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY MIAMI,FL
Master of Public Administration (Graduated 2000)
Received a Masters Degree from the College of Urban and Public Affairs with
concentration in Public Administration and an area: of specialty in Urban Development
and Human Resources. GPA 3.7
FLORIDA INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY MIAMI,FL
Bachelor of Science in Communication (Graduated 1998)
Received a Bachelors Degree from the School of Journalism and Mass COllllmmication
with concentration in Public Relations and a minor in Business
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ACCOMPlJSHMENTS
SKILLS
MEMBERSHIPS &
COMMUNITY
SERVICE
APPOINTMENTS
• Successfully passed the CPA Exam
• Successfully passed the Certified Forensic Accountants Exam (Cr.FA)
• Obtained QuickBooks ProAdvisor designation
• Successfully completed the Academy for Strategic Management presented by
Florida International University's Institute of Government
• Awarded the Leroy Levy Educational Fund Scholarshjp (2001-2003)
• Awarded the Kiwanis International President's Award
• Successfully tackled the rigorous pressures of meeting deadlines in a stressful
environment
• Ability to utilize effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
-Bilingual (Fluent in oral and'written English and Spanish)
-Strong organizational and computer skills
-Windows XP, Vista and 7, Microsoft Word, Word Perfect, Excel, SPSS, File Maker
Pro, PowerPoint, Peachtree, QuickBooks, Quicken, TurboTax, RIA Checkpoint, CCH
Corporation
• Member ofthe American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
• Member of the Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants
• Member ofthe Florida Government Finance Officer Association
• Member ofthe American Society for Public Administration
• PBst Member of the Mi.ami-Dade City & County Management Association
• Past President of the Kiwanis of North Miami Beach-Sunny Isles Beach
• Currently a member of Kiwanis Iuternationa!
• Past member of Kids and the Power of Work (KAPOW) Lecturing Program
July 2002-December 2006 City of North Miami Beach representative for Local
Mitigation Strategy Group
October 200 I-June 2002 City of North Miami Beach Revenue Committee
May 2006 -November 2006 Transportation Planning Council
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