Resolution No CRA 21-19-1109RESOLUTION NO. CRA 21-19-1109
A resolution of the City of South Miami Community Redevelopment Agency
(SMCRA) ratifying the Executive Director's submittal of the Proposed SMCRA
Community Redevelopment Plan (2019) (Amended Plan) to the City of South
Miami Local Planning Agency a/k/a the Planning Board for its review and
finding that the Amended Plan conforms to and is consistent with the City
of South Miami's Comprehensive Plan or recommendations to such effect;
and authorizing the Executive Director to take any and all other action that
is necessary or appropriate related to the. proposed extension of the life of
the SMCRA and expansion of its redevelopment area boundaries, including
scheduling any necessary review by the SMCRA Advisory Board.
WHEREAS, the SMCRA is seeking to extend its life to operate for 30 years within the
existing SMCRA redevelopment area boundaries as well as expanded redevelopment area
boundaries that would include additional area proximate to U.S.1, as reflected on the map shown
in Exhibit 1 to this resolution; and
WHEREAS, Florida Statute §163.360(2)(a), in relevant part, requires a community
redevelopment plan to conform to the comprehensive plan of the municipality in which the CRA
operates; and
WHEREAS, Section 9 of the Charter of the City of South Miami (CSM) provides:
...[T]he [Planning] Board shall investigate and make recommendations to the
Commission on matters affecting redevelopment, rehabilitation, conservation and
renewal progress toward the, alleviation of a slum or blighted areas and such other
conditions as may injuriously affect the City... [and any] recommendations of the
[Planning] Board which affect use of land or structures or concern redevelopment,
rehabilitation, conservation or renewal shall not be adopted by the City
Commission until a public hearing thereon [has been held]; and
WHEREAS, §20-6.1(A)(2)(c) of CSM Code of Ordinances, in relevant part, provides that
the City Commission shall receive recommendations from the Planning Board and shall be guided
by such [boards]; and
WHEREAS, the SMCRA Board wishes to ratify the Executive Director's submittal of the
proposed SMCRA Community Redevelopment Plan (2019) attached as Exhibit 2 (Amended Plan)
for Planning Board review at its September 10, 2019 meeting; and
WHEREAS, the SMCRA also desires that the Executive Director take any and all other
action that is necessary or appropriate to facilitate consideration of the proposed extension of
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Resolution No. CRA 21-19-1109
the life of the SMCRA and the expansion of its redevelopment area boundaries, including but not
limited to scheduling any necessary review by the SMCRA Advisory Board and requesting Miami -
Dade County to consider the proposed Amended Plan, at the appropriate time; and
WHEREAS, the SMCRA understands that the action taken in this resolution is a preliminary
step and that additional approvals are required from the SMCRA, the City of South Miami City
Commission, and the Miami -Dade County Board of County Commissioners to accomplish the
extension and expansion of the SMCRA, including the consideration and approval of the
Amended Plan at a subsequent meeting or meetings,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI COMMUNITY
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY THAT:
Section 1. The foregoing recitals are incorporated in this resolution.
Section 2. The SMCRA ratifies the Executive Director's submittal of the proposed
Amended Plan for Planning Board review and findings or recommendations as to its conformity
to and consistency with the CSM Comprehensive Plan and requests expeditious review of the
Amended Plan.
Section 3. The SMCRA directs the Executive Director to take any and all other action
that is necessary or appropriate to facilitate consideration of the proposed extension of the life
of the SMCRA and the expansion of its redevelopment area boundaries, including but not limited
to scheduling any necessary review by the SMCRA Advisory Board and requesting Miami -Dade
County to consider the proposed SMCRA Amended Plan, at the appropriate time.
Section 4. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon adoption.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 991 day of September, 2019
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Resolution No. CRA 21-19-1109
READ AND APPROVED AS TO FORM:
CYNTHIA JOHNSON- ACKS, PA
GENERAL COUNSEL
Board Vote:
6-0
Chairman Stoddard:
Yea
Vice Chairman Harris:
Yea
Member Welsh:
Yea
Member Liebman:
Absent
Member Gil
Yea
Member Kelly:
Yea
Member Jackson:
Yea
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Agenda Item No:3.
South Miami Community Redevelopment Agency Agenda item Report
Meeting Date: September 9, 2019
Submitted by: Evan Fancher
Submitting Department: Community Redevelopment Agency
Item Type: Resolution
Agenda Section:
Subject:
A resolution of the City of South Miami Community Redevelopment Agency (SMCRA) ratifying the Executive
Director's submittal of the Proposed SMCRA Community Redevelopment Plan (2019) (Amended Plan) to the
City of South Miami Local Planning Agency a/k/a the Planning Board for its review and finding that the Amended
Plan conforms to and is consistent with the City of South Miami's Comprehensive Plan or recommendations to
such effect; and authorizing the Executive Director to take any and all other action that is necessary or
appropriate related to the proposed extension of the life of the SMCRA and expansion of its redevelopment area
boundaries, including scheduling any necessary review by the SMCRA Advisory Board.
Suggested Action:
Attachments:
South Miami CRA Referral Planning Board Memo.docx
SMCRA Referral of Plan to Planning Board.docx
Exhibit A- SMCRA Map Series_Existing and Proposed Boundary Expansion.jpg
South Miami CRA Community Redevelopment Plan 2019.pdf
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CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
OFFICE OF THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
INTER -OFFICE MEMORANDUM
To: The Honorable Chairman & Members of the SMCRA Board
FROM: Evan Fancher, Executive Director
DATE: September 9, 2019
Agenda Item No.:
SUBJECT: A resolution of the City of South Miami Community Redevelopment
Agency (SMCRA) ratifying the Executive Director's submittal of the
Proposed SMCRA Community Redevelopment Plan (2019) (Amended Plan)
to the City of South Miami Local Planning Agency a/k/a the Planning Board
for its review and finding that the Amended Plan conforms to and is
consistent with the City of South Miami's Comprehensive Plan or
recommendations to such effect; and authorizing the Executive Directorto
take any and all other action that is necessary or appropriate related to the
proposed extension of the life of the SMCRA and expansion of its
redevelopment area boundaries, including scheduling any necessary
review by the SMCRA Advisory Board.
BACKGROUND: On November 15, 2018, the South Miami CRA retained KCI Technologies,
Inc. (formerly Keith & Schnars) to prepare an updated community
redevelopment plan that outlines and identifies development and
redevelopment needs of the CRA, as well as specific projects to address
those needs. The Plan follows statutory requirements and is consistent
with the Comprehensive Plan for the City of South Miami. Additionally, the
Plan reflects a Time Extension and a Boundary Extension that will be
reviewed by the South Miami CRA Board, City Commission, and the Miami -
Dade Board of County Commissioners.
Section 9 of the Charter of the City of South Miami (CSM) provides:
...[T]he [Planning] Board shall investigate and make recommendations to the
Commission on matters affecting redevelopment, rehabilitation,
conservation and renewal progress toward the alleviation of a slum or
blighted areas and such other conditions as may injuriously affect the City...
[and any] recommendations of the [Planning] Board which affect use of land
or structures or concern redevelopment, rehabilitation, conservation or
renewal shall not be adopted by the City Commission until a public hearing
thereon [has been held]
To satisfy Section 9 of the charter, it is requested that the Community
Redevelopment Agency forward the Community Redevelopment Plan to the 2
Planning Board. The Planning Board shall review the South Miami CRA's
proposed Community Redevelopment Plan and submit its written
recommendations with the respect to the conformity to the Comprehensive
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CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
OFFICE OF THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
INTER -OFFICE MEMORANDUM
Plan of the proposed Community Redevelopment Plan.
Upon review by the Planning Board, the Plan will be reviewed by the
Community Redevelopment Agency, City Commission, and the Miami -Dade
Board of County Commissioners.
It should be noted that before the SMCRA Board may weigh in on the plan,
it must be referred to and reviewed by the Planning Board. This resolution
would allow the Planning Board to review it at their 9/10 meeting.
ATTACHMENTS: South Miami Community Redevelopment Plan (August 2019)
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10 REDEVELOPMENT STRATEGIES
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On November 15, 2018, the South Miami Community Redevelopment Agency (South Miami CRA) retained KCI
Technologies, Inc. to prepare a draft community redevelopment plan that outlines and identifies development and
redevelopment needs of the Community Redevelopment Area (CRA), as well as specific projects to address those
needs. The Plan follows statutory requirements and is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan for the Cityof South
Miami.
The South Miami CRA is a dependent special district, created in response to a need for comprehensive redevelopment
within the City's community redevelopment areas. The purpose of the South Miami CRA is "To foster economic
development, increase tax base growth, and provide quality affordable housing, by capitalizing on our prime
location and exceptional population."
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in 1897, lured by the rich farmlands of South Dade, an early pioneer by the name of Wilson Alexander Larkins brought
his wife, five children, and livestock to the lush wilderness at the southernmost end of the wagon trail. The family
settled and cultivated the land that would later become the City of South Miami. After purchasing land west of South
Red Road and Sunset Drive, Mr. Larkins built a home and barn, and even the first general store and post office. In his
honor, the settlers of the community named the area "Larkins." Between 1899 and the mid-1920s, the area of Larkins
saw continued growth and expansion, aided by a real estate boom. The boom attracted many families synonymous
with the history of Miami, such as the Dorn's and Fuchs, as well as Marshall Williamson - the first African -American
to purchase land in the Larkins area. The epicenterof Larkins' real estate boom was nearthe original Riviera Theater,
which later became known as Bakery Center, today, this area is known as the Shops at Sunset Place.
In March 1926, following the citizens of Larkins' desire to incorporate their community, an approximately 6 square
mile area to the north of Larkins was annexed. Larkins was officially incorporated on June 24,1927, and renamed to
"Town of South Miami." The following day, W.A. Forster was sworn in as South Miami's first Mayor. The new town was
bounded on the east by Red Road; on the south by Southwest 10411 Street and Kendall Drive; on the west by Ludlam
and the Palmetto; and, on the north by Bird Road. In 1933, in an effort to reduce municipal
responsibilities, the town's original six square miles were reduced to just over three
miles. In 1937, the town's size was again reduced, due to the financial impacts from
its growth. In the years following the end of World War II, South Miami saw
exponential growth in development and population. The impacts fromUF
this growth caused the town to realize the inadequacies of its original
charter and to create a new charter and form of government. Fromthis, the new government and the "City of South Miami" were
established on July 31, 1953. Since the 1950's, the City and its
charter have experienced several changes. Today SouthMlaml
continues to grow and develop and is recognized as having a
unique "small-town" atmosphere.
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In December 1997, through Ordinance Nu. 1Z-o1-1ua3, uie uiy wnnnnbivu u1 UIV guy u1 ouuu1 n„nnn
established the South Miami CRA and Community Redevelopment Area. The CRA uses funds collected from
the incremental increase in property tax collections within the Redevelopment Area, for improvement projects
within the CRA, aimed at attracting private investment. The South Miami CRA was extended by the Board of County
Commissioners on May 3,2005. The South Miami CRA is scheduled to sunset on . Since its inception, the
South Miami CRA has completed various improvements including water and sewer connections, sidewalk installation
and improvements, streetscapes, beautification projects, approximately 100 home rehabilitations, new housing
projects, scholarships, and various other projects that have made the area an attractive place to live. In 2020, the
South Miami CRA is expected to complete Madison Square, a mixed -use development that will return commercial
activityto Church Street. This project is named after the Cityof Madison, Florida, the birthplace ofthe area's founding
father, Marshall Williamson.
Florida Statutes require that the Community Redevelopment Plan be consistent with the City's Comprehensive Plan.
In order to remain current, the Plan may have to be amended when programs are changed, or as new programs and
projects are proposed. Based upon review and a pproval of this plan by the City of South Miami Planning Department,
the Community Redevelopment Plan will meet the criteria for consistency with the Comprehensive Plan. In addition,
this Plan was reviewed by the City of South Miami Planning and Zoning Board to determine if the Plan was consistent
with the City of South Miami Comprehensive Plan. The Planning and Zoning Board met on September _, 2019
and unanimously concurred that the Community Redevelopment Plan was in conformity with the City of South's
Comprehensive Plan.
As the Community Redevelopment Plan seeks to aid the City in realizing the Comprehensive Plan, the South Miami
CRA is able to seek and support adjustments to the Comprehensive Plan. Additionally, the Plan should be flexible
enough to aide in the Comprehensive Plan if it changes in the future.
The South Miami CRA shall undertake necessary studies and plans, including, an Affordable Housing Analysis,
Economic Development Plans, and a Street Ranking study.
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The South Miami CRA has established several programs and initiatives. These programs, described below, provide
the following improvements within the CRA:
» High Quality Affordable Housing
?� Improve Commercial Building Fagades
Erradicate Slum and Blight
Economic Development Opportunities
Affordable Housing Homeowner's Assistance Program
TheAffordableHousing Homeowner'sAssistance Program is intended to provide much needed "gap"funding assistance
to potential homeowners to facilitate purchase new South Miami CRA-initiated housing. In conjunction with other
Countywide "gap" financing programs, home purchases are tailored to be affordable to "low" to "moderate" income
residents based on Housing and Urban Development (HUD) affordability guidelines.
Commercial Facade Rehabilitation Program
The Commercial Fagade Rehabilitation Program is intended to improve commercial building conditions in the CRA,
with the anticipated result of further strengthening and growing economic development.
Land Acquisition and Disposition Program
The Land Acquisition and Disposition Program is intended to eliminate "slum and blighted" conditions in the CRA.
As part of the program, blighted properties are purchased by the Agency, unsafe structures are subsequently
demolished, and title issues are cleansed. Purchased properties are then conveyed to reputable commercial and
affordable housing developers to complete development in the CRA.
Parks Improvement Program
Through the Parks Improvement Program, numerous capital improvement projects have been completed at each
park within the CRA.
Residential Rehabilitation Program
The Residential Rehabilitation Program is intended to assist in improving the physical conditions of the existing CRA
residential housing stock. It has been designed to address single-family, multi -family, and housing complex needs.
Small Business Assistance Program
The Small Business Assistance Program is intended to assist in increasing the economic development potential in
the CRA. The program is designed to provide assistance for business start -us costs associated with new business
development.
Start-up Business and Community Service Program
The Start-up Business and Community Service Program includes a comprehensive building rehabilitation process of
a formerly "blighted" unsafe structure. Since the building's completion, the South Miami CRA was able to provide
new office space to eligible start-up businesses and not -for -profit community service providers at governmental
established rental rates. The Program assists in providing economic development opportunities, as well as providing
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The goals, objectives, and redevelopment priorities of the Community Redevelopment Plan will serve as a guide for
the successful revitalization of the CRA. Additionally, they will increase opportunities for effective placemaking that
will attract new visitors, businesses, and residents.
Goal 1
Supporteconomic development through a focus on innovative urban design and strategic investments in businesses
and people.
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Provide incentives for businesses which hire residents living within the CRA to develop a high quality, local
workforce and economy
Encourage innovative development that utilizes the land available at its highest and best use
Enhance the public realm with active building frontage, consistent shade trees, and the built environment
for increased comfort for pedestrians
Support affordable housing development
Goal
Connect the residential and commercial zones of the CRA through safe, high quality, and multi -modal transportation
networks, prioritizing the U.S.1 corridor.
Eliminate adverse and unsafe conditions along the sidewalks and roadways
Establish an accessible and connected pedestrian and bicyclist network to promote more user connectivity
and ultimately fewer automobile trips throughout the CRA
Ensure that residents and visitors, regardless of physical circumstances, have a safe way to travel
throughout the CRA
Improve the connectivity and accessibility among CRA streets and sidewalks to provide for safe
transportation options
Goal
Embrace the diversity within the CRA to produce innovative and imaginative placemaking initiatives that strengthen
the culture and identity of the CRA and its residents.
Embrace the creative community within the CRA through the infusion of arts and culture into all plans and
designs, and by encouraging events that celebrate local artists
Infuse public art with wayfinding signage to develop a unique sense of place throughout the CRA
>> Create and implement urban design guidelines that engage with the public realm for more active and
vibrant spaces throughout the CRA
Provide the residents and business owners within the CRA with a common space that will allow for
interaction among the diverse South Miami population to grow the community and further establish a
sense of place
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>> Provide incentives for businesses which hire residents living within the CRA
Redevelopment Priorities
Supporting the goals and objectives of the Community Redevelopment Plan, as well as future CRA development
goals and visions, the following priorities serve as the basis for the recommended Redevelopment Projects and
PriorityAction Items in the section below. These priorities include:
Priority A: Affordable Housing
Priority B: Streetscape Improvements
Priority C: Mixed -Use Development
Priority D: Parking Facilities
Priority E: Public Art Installations
Priority F: Public -Private Partnerships
Priority G: Reimagining Jean Willis Park
Priority H: Safe, Inclusive, and Complete Streets
Priority I: Safely Traversing Across U.S.1
Priority J: SoMi Municipal Complex
Priority K: SoMi Nights
Priority L: Community Center
Priority M: Wayfinding Signage
Priority N: Downtown SoMi
Priority 0: Community Policing and Engagement
Priority P: Community Events
Priority Q: Redevelopment of Under -Utilized Sites
EDEUELOPMENT PRO iECTS UNDERWa'l
The following redevelopment projects were initially included in the City of South Miami Community Redevelopment
Area Phase 11 Plan (2005) but were put hold due to the effects of the economic downturn of the mid-2000s. With the
local markets now rebounded, these projects are well on their way to becoming fully realized.
South Miami Gardens
SoMi Station
Madison Square
SOUTH MIAMI GARDENS
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
South Miami Gardens is a p lanned public housing project to be located on 7+ acres of Mia mi-Dade County -owned land.
With a selection of amenities, architectural style, incorporation of New Urbanism design concepts and principles, and
market rate units, South Miami Gardens could serve as a catalyst project for the area and help reimagine what public
housing could be. The South Miami CRA could be a partner in this county project.
This project could implement the following Redevelopment Plan Priorities:
PriorityA -Affordable Housing
Priority B - Streetscape Improvements
Priority C - Mixed -Use Development
Priority D - Parking Facilities
Priority E- Public Art Installations
Priority F- Public -Private Partnerships
Priority H - Safe, Inclusive, and Complete Streets
Priority M - Wayfinding Signage
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Red Road Commons and The Village of Merrick Pork are examples of mixed -use developments which show the high qualitydesign that South Miami
Gardens aims to achieve.
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SoMi Station is a proposed mixed -use Transit Oriented Development project to be built above and adjacent to the
parking garage at the South Miami Metro Station. This development on the 7.7-acre site will include 183,516 square
`eet of Class A office space, including space for business incubators and small startups, 37,540 square feet of retail,
and 99 apartments. The existing garage will be converted to include amenities, with student housing being built
above the garage.
REDEVELOPMENT PLAN PRIORITIES
This project will implement the following Redevelopment
Plan Priorities:
PriorityA-Affordable Housing
Priority B - Streetscape Improvements
Priority C - Mixed -Use Development
Priority D - Parking Facilities
Priority E - Public Art Installations
Priority H - Safe, Inclusive, and Complete Streets
Priority l - Safely Traversing Across U.S.1
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MADISON SQUARE
PROJECT ULSCRiPTION
Madison Square is a South Miami CRA mixed -use redevelopment project intended to create an anchor for the north
end of the Church Street and to help simulate revitalization efforts in the area. This project proposes constructing
Very Low -Income and Low -Income residential units and affordable and proprietary ground floor commercial space.
The Madison Square redevelopment project has overcome several obstacles, including inconsistencies between the
Zoning and Future Land Use designations, as well as getting all of the properties under City ownership, before it was
approved by the City Commission. Once approval was obtained by the City Commission, the land was transferred to
the developer, who then successfully received construction permits from Miami -Dade County. Upon obtaining final
approval from the City, the developer can begin construction on the project.
EDEVELOPMENT PLAN PRIORITIES
This project will implement the following Redevelopment
Plan Priorities:
PriorityA -Affordable Housing
Priority B - Streetscape Improvements
Priority C - Mixed -Use Development
Priority E - Public Art Installations
Priority H - Safe, Inclusive, and Complete Streets
Priority Q: Redevelopment of Under -Utilized Sites
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As identified on page 13, the following recommendations support the goals and objectives of the Community
Redevelopment Plan discussed on page 12. They are intended to serve as a catalyst for redevelopment within the
CRA.
PriorityA: Affordable Housing
Priority B: Streetscape Improvements
Priority C: Mixed -Use Development
Priority D: Parking Facilities
Priority E: Public Art Installations
Priority F: Public -Private Partnerships
Priority G: Reimagining Jean Willis Park
Priority H: Safe, Inclusive, and Complete Streets
Priority I: Safely Traversing Across U.S.1
Priority J: SoMi Municipal Complex
Priority K SoMi Nights
Priority L: Community Center
Priority M: Wayfinding Signage
Priority N: Downtown SoMi
Priority 0: Community Policing and Engagement
Priority P: Community Events
Priority Q: Redevelopment of Under -Utilized Sites
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PRIORITY A: A[VORBABLE HOUSING
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The CRA has an opportunity to bean area where working parents, young adults, students, senior citizens, and people
from all walks of life can afford a quality place to call home. The CRA should have a various mix of units that are
affordable to different income levels in beautiful buildings near jobs, educational facilities, and healthcare with
access to public transit and public amenities.
Affordable housing will go beyond the CRA's already
planned public housing developments. In the future,
affordable units should be mixed with market -rate
units. Inclusionary housing polices that incentivize
developers could potentially lead to successful private
development within the CRA. Residents of the CRA will
see the elevated quality of living, at affordable prices,
that go beyond the CRKs current affordable housing
stock.
Opportunities exist to provide a mixture of quality and
affordable housingun its that are affordable to different
income levels, through infill and redevelopment,
particularly within the Hometown District and along
the U.S.1 corridor, surrounding the Metrorail Station.
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PRIORITY B: ;JREETSCAPF IMPROVEMENTS
Where locals and visitors can safely, comfortably, and easily stroll throughout downtown South Miami, amidst mature
shade trees and vibrant foliage, on wide and active sidewalks which support many different types of activities and
movement. Where an established identity and branding, as well as appropriately selected streetscape elements and
furnishings, are helpingto create a distinct sense of place within the downtown and a destination that welcomes all.
The Community Redevelopment Area could achieve
the above vision by first establishing a street
hierarchy, based on the following: each street's Level
of Service (LOS); existing number of travel lanes
and roadway width, connection to major points of
interest, transportation routes, and bike paths; and
the surrounding context and uses. Once the streets
have been categorized, a theme and branding should
be established, which would serve as a guiding
principle when selecting appropriate streetscape and
landscape elements. Moreover, minimizing adverse
conflicts and safety hazards along the sidewalks,
including obstructions by utility boxes and power
lines, overgrown landscaping, and cracked concrete,
as identified along sidewalks throughout South
Miami, would better support the vision statement.
The aforementioned strategies would enhance the
existing public realm and help create a sense of
place within South Miami, ultimately attracting more
businesses and users, and aid with combatting blight.
Opportunities exist to unify and enhance the
streetscapes throughout the CRA. However, primary
focus should be given to enhancing the streetscapes
throughout the Hometown District as well as those
along South Red Road, Sunset Drive, SW 62nd Avenue,
SW 64th Street, and SW 59th Place. In particular, an
emphasis on adding shade trees and public amenities
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PRIORITY C:
Restaurants with outdoor seating will draw in residents and visitors into South Miami's ever -evolving food scene,
office workers will be located close to home in downtown SoMi's Class A work spaces, and residents will retreat into
comfortable apartments and condominiums -all within blocks of rapid transit into downtown Miami.
Mixed -Used development is already activating South
Miami's streets with new units for existing residents
and newcomers alike. These buildings are also very
popular in neighboring Coral Gables and all-overSouth
Florida. Mixed -Used development has the benefit of
adding more amenities and conveniences into one site.
Having multiple uses in one building, in a neighborhood
of mixed -used, will encourage walking, biking, and
transit use instead of driving. Comparable anticipated
outcomes can be seen just north of South Miami near
the Douglas Road MetroRail Station.
Dan: a Bead h, cl.. The Place at Oonio Beach is a mixed -use project
consisting luxury affordable housingunits,.ground-floor retail,
rooffopre'^.-_ space. and an attached parking structure.
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bars, and restaurants with remarkable apartments in a separate building
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urban living above restaurants and bars.
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A pioneer in the way south Florida thinks about automobiles, parking facilities in the CRA could serve as hubs of
activity, innovation, sustainability, connectivity, and points of interest. Where parking facilities could be designed and
flexible enough to accommodate various uses and modes of travel; incorporate smart and sustainable technologies;
safe and easy -to -navigate; and, eye-catching works of art.
Reimagining and redeveloping many of the CRA's
existing parking lots and facilities into active,
flexible, and innovative spaces would greatly benefit
the local community and add value. Encouraging
parking facilities which are multi -level, mixed -use
developments with flexible spaces would not only
help to consolidate land and improve connectivity,
but they would also help reduce South Miami's total
percentage of asphalt surfacing — a major contributor
of the heat Island effect Moreover, incorporating
dynamic wayfinding signage with real-time updates of
the parking availability within a parking facility assists
with directing users to available parking spaces.
Several surface parking tots within the CRA, which
are currently fenced off, underutilized, and have
poor layouts, could better serve the community. For
example, if these parking lots were to be opened up
and reimagined as spaces with flexible uses, such as
a farmer's market on the weekends, then they could
maximize the use of the space, potentially increase
each tot's revenue, attract new businesses and visitors,
and keep the street level active.
Additionally, opportunities exist along the commercial
corridors and within the Hometown District to
temporarily or permanently transform on -street
parking spaces into parklets - miniature parks and
recreational spaces, usually installed on one or several
on -street parking spaces.
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parking, event spaces, and even public artwork
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PRIORITY E: pl1BLIC AK INSTALLATIONS
Enhancing the public realm, user experience, and personality of downtown South Miami, through public art
installations and programs that are engaging; tangible; accessible to all; and which celebrate South Miami's spirit
and identity. Where innovative artists of all kinds could come to express their uniqueness and creativity while
contributingto the enhancement of downtown South Miami.
- hES-I FRACiiCE�
Public art can provide a community with many
benefits, including establishing a new identity and
culture within a community or building upon an
existing one. Improving a community's image most
often leads to its economic growth. Moreover, public
art can be used as a great tool for understanding and
validating other members and cultures within the
community.
Building upon the current momentum and affinity
for installing works of art accessible to the public,
downtown South Miami could position itself to
become a new haven for artists seeki ng to experiment
with a new medium and to be innovative.
In preparation of the upcoming Miami Underline
Linear Park's South Miami phase, artists could create
pieces which reflect the community. Moreover, public
art could be a great way of softening the physical and
perceived divide between the two halves of South
Dixie Highway/U.S.1.
throughout the city
-::tl-:'s•n,e - This series of sculptures was created
tires, to increase awareness in the number of car -related
occuring throughout the District.,
patrons to feel and interact with the sculpture
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PRIORITY F:
The South Miami CRA has an opportunity to work with developers and businesses to successfully create infrastructure
and recreational opportunities that will ultimately be beneficial to the stakeholders within the CRA.
A Public -Private Partnership (P3) provides an opportunity for under-utillized properties within the CRA to be
redeveloped by a private developer.. The South Miami CRA incentivizes this type of project, and, in turn, needed
investment takes place.
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Opportunities exist for the South Miami CRA andthe
City of South Miami to enter into a P3. Through a
P3, the South Miami CRA and City could work with a
private developer, in order to develop open and green
spaces which would be open to the general public.
By entering into a P3, opportunities exist for this
project to increase the following:
Property Values;
Pedestrian Connectivity;
Address under-utilized properties;
Public Art and Green Spaces;
Retail and Commercial Revenues; and
Social Interactions and Community Building
BLS 1 f RAGTIGES
Beach Hotel includes a publicly -accessible parking garage a -a e:-it h
needed convention center.
On land leased Gcm the City,
includes publicly-amessible lagoons, recall and
committed to providing 25%of the jobs to resit
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PRIORITY G: IMAGINING JEAN WILLIS PARK
With both active and passive amenities, a newly reimaging Jean Willis Park could be a popular, active, flexible, safe,
comfortable, and inclusive community green space designed for all users and enjoyed year-round.
Opportunities exist to transform the existing Jean
Willis Park from a purely passive space, into a more
inviting and active community gathering place.
Incorporating public art, pedestrian -scaled lighting;
native species of shade trees; wide pathways with
multiple points of ingress and egress; open and green
spaces; community festivals and events offered year-
round; and, which are designed to serve the abilities
of all community members, are all strategies in which
to bring the vision alive.
Additionally, through a Public -Private Partnership
between the South Miami CRA and the City of South
Miami, Jean Willis Park could be reimagined to better
integrate the site with the neighboring South Miami
CityHall.
BEST PRACTICES
activities, public art,
- This green space offers amenities and year-round
activities for both active and passive usem.
- Located in between the Science Museum and the
Riverwalk, this once deserted space has been tmnstormed into a lively
park
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PRIORITY H: _
Where the needs and abilities of South Miami's pedestrians and bicyclists are prioritized over the automobile, and
where the right-of-ways should be designed to be safe and inclusive for all users. And, where South Miami's right-
of-ways would support the various modes of transit, provide connectivity between neighborhoods, businesses, and
points of interest by Incorporating CPTED, Complete Streets, New Urbanism, and Vision Zero design strategies and
principles.
ImplementingCrime Prevention through Environmental
Design (CPTED), Complete Streets, New Urbanism, and
Vision Zero design strategies and principles within the
CRA would improve safety for all users. These design
strategies encourage more walking and bicycling.
These design strategies also Improve connectivity
between businesses, neighborhoods, transit routes,
and points of interest. Moreover, they would support
the CRA's economic strength by creating convenient
access to its businesses.
13th St
Serving as the major thoroughfares and access routes
within downtown, Sunset Drive, South Dixie Highway/
U.S. Highway 1, SW 62nd Avenue, SW 64th Street, and
SW 68th Street have great potential to be redesigned
to support the needs of the community.
The existing bike lanes along portions of SW 62nd
Avenue, as well as a portion of Red Road, could be
extended and further designed to include a buffered
zone and enhanced surface paint.
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PRIORITY I::AFELY TRAVERSING ACROSS U.S.1
Whether by foot, bike, or efficient and autonomous electric shuttles, residents and visitors would be able to safely,
comfortably, and conveniently traverse either side of the U.S.1 corridor, connectingthe district like never before.
Improving the safety and convenience of low -speed
trips across U.S. 1 would reduce the physical division
between the two sides presented by the U.S.1 corridor.
Installing a pedestrian bridge over the U.S. 1 corridor
could be a safer, more appealing and inviting
alternative for pedestrians needing to get from one
side of the corridor to the other without competing
with automobiles. Opportunities exist to create an
iconic pedestrian bridge which can also serve as a
point of interest, a landmark within the CRA and City
of South Miami, an extension of the South Miami
portion of the upcoming Miami Underline Linear Park,
and even a piece of public art.
Electric shuttles which are free or low-cost or users
would be a convenient, unique, and environmentally -
friendly option for pedestrians traversing across the
U.S. 1 corridor. The shuttle operators could work
with the local businesses within the CRA to promote
their company or special event, using the vehicle as a
moving billboard. Moreover, the shuttle would reduce
pedestrian trip lengths and times, and increasing
their connectivity throughout the District, all while
reducing carbon emissions.
Incorporating Crime Prevention through Environmental
Design (CPTED), Complete Streets, New Urbanism, and
Vision Zero design strategies and principles would
improve safety for all users. Also, addressing the
intersections and access for vehicles can capture more
shopping trips in the area by those who are otherwise
just passing through.
BEST PRAFT11-TS
pedestrian I
locals and visitors around town.
northeast of the South Miami CRA, a
to safely traverse across U.S. 1.
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PRIORITY J: ,
VISION STATEMEV I
With lush Florida Native or Florida Friendly foliage; open, green, and flexible outdoor spaces to host community and
recreational events year round; conveniently located close to public transit; and, housing the City's various services
within an eye-catching, sustainable, and mixed -use building, a consolidated SoMi Municipal Complexcould serve as
the heart of the City.
Opportunities exist to consolidate several of the South
Miami CRA and City's departments and services onto a
single building and/or site Consolidating the various
departments onto a single site would provide many
benefits, including allowing for better coordination
between City and South Miami CRA staff, as well as
provides the public with easier and more convenient
access to the various services. Additionally, this
increases strategic partnerships between municipal
staff and local businesses; frees up under-utilized and/
or city -owned parcels to be redeveloped; and, helps to
support the image of the City.
Including ground floor retail, green spaces, and
a community gathering center with flexible
programming allows for better integration with the
community. Moreover, a well -designed community
gathering space contributes to community
placemaking and a greater sense of civic pride.
Ft - ThisCity's municipal complex includes spaces
for various City Departments, parking structures, and public recreation
spaces.
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includes spaces for various City Departments, parking structures, and
open spaces. The project also served as a catalyst for redevelopment.
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a Lr eerh FL -This City's municipal complex includes spaces for
1 ious City Departments, parking structures, public recreation spaces,
ground floor retail, and a public library.
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PRIORITY CUM NIGHTS
With well -lit streets, a variety of food vendor and entertainment options, South Miami's industrial area could bring
mew life into the City after the work day is over. Residents, employees, students from nearby universities, and visitors
will be able to enjoy South Miami at night like never before. Whether you're a member of the automotive enthusiast
community; a sports fan hoping to watch the big game without having to travel too far; a musician or artist looking
for a venue to express yourself, and everything in between - SoMi's nighlife has got it all.
South Miami's industrial area is akin to most industrial
areas, people work and go home in the evening,
eaving empty buildings and unactivated streets at
light. However, opportunities exist to transform the
industrial cluster along Commerce Lane and Progress
Road into a destination for the night owl. Through
CRA sponsored programs, the community can create
a new perspective in the area on what is now only a
functional industrial area.
Residents will see the benefits of additional night
activities to attend and businesses will attract more
clients in a controlled, safe environment. Visitors can
enjoy a safe event on clean streets, with the added
aesthetic of being in a thriving, genuine industrial
neighborhood. Parking for these events could be
coordinated with Miami -Dade Transit's South Miami
Station parking garage.
, ;ollywoco. F! - Each Monday night, the Hollywood CRA organizes a
community event, which includes food trucks, live music.
Fort Laud, r dale. FL -Occurring on the last Saturday night of each month,
the popular ArtWolk event brings together residents, local artists, artisans,
and food vendors- together, in an industrial part of the City.
- The First Friday Art Walk event shuts down several
streets to bring together residents, local artists, artisans, and rood vendors.
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PRIORITY L L;
A community center can provide not only social services but also creative opportunities for the community. For
example, a community center will provide an artist or lecturertemporary exhibit space, a restaurant or small business
owner hoping to test the market with new products, a gardener with a green thumb, hoping to grow their own food, a
student looking for some extra help after school; or even a low -impact fitness enthusiast. With a focus on community
engagement, inclusiveness, sustainability, and empowerment, a new community gathering space will serve as the
soul of SoMi.
A community center is a valuable asset that can have
a tremendous impact on the community in which it
serves, and can provide the following benefits:
A safe space or haven for youth
Opportunities for education
Increase property values
Reduce stress within a community
Reduce crime rates with youth
Abridge forcultural d iversityand inclusiveness
Classes for public safety
Opportunities exist within downtown South Miami
to redevelop business sites and/or transform under-
utilized sites, such as the asphalt parking lots located
at the northeast and northwest corners of SW 58th
Avenue and SW 74th Street, into active, community
gathering spaces.
the South Florida community.
phis community center's indoorloutdoor design creates a
welcoming atmosphere.
spaces which can adapt to changes in activity.
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PRIORITY M:
VISION STATEMEN I
nhancingthe user experience and connections throughout South Miami's community, with well -crafted, predictable,
accessible, and legible wayfinding signage. And, which encourages active travel and further reinforces the brand
established for the District. Whether on foot, bike, scooter, or in a motor vehicle, the wayfinding signage system
developed for downtown South Miami has been effectively designed for navigating, and encourages exploring new
areas.
BENEFITS i ANTICIPATED OUTCOMES
Wayfinding signage plays a crucial role in effective
community placemaking and user experience. It
not only provides the ability to orient and navigates
oneself within the community or district, but it
also highlights interesting and culturally significant
destinations to explore and even aids in creating a
sense of place.
To support the intended identity and branding
throughout downtown South Miami, and helping
to define a sense of place, the wayfinding signage
should have a unified color and material palette; be
scaled appropriately, based on surrounding context;
be placed in easily identifiable locations; and be
designed to be flexible enough to support anticipated
changes within downtown South Miami, such as the
upcoming Miami Underline Linear Park project.
Opportunities exist along the primary roads bisecting
downtown South Miami, such as Sunset Drive, South
Dixie Highway/U.S. 1,SW 62nd Avenue, SW 64th Street,
and SW 68th Street to develop a wayfinding system
which supports the vision statement.
BEST PRACTICES
•.auderJ41e-6y Tlu -:_ i. - This ci
showcases the community's identity
9urhn+r0n VT - With easy -to -read font, a simplified map, and hranded
with the City's colors, this wayfinding sign was designed :o be easily
identified and read by traveling bicyclist.
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signed for various modes of transit
PRIORITY N:
To continue to create an active, vibrant, and successful mixed -use destination for residents and visitors which is
characteristic of traditional downtowns.
A well -established, active, vibrant, and safe downtown
creates a destination and anchor point within a
community. South Miami's Hometown District Overlay,
the City's downtown core, has a great opportunity
to further grow, develop, and attract new residents
and visitors. Through the continued regulation and
implementation of the special Land Development
Regulations for the District Overlay, many of which
are characteristics of traditional downtowns, the
Hometown DistrictOverlayis sure to see many benefits.
Opportunities exist within downtown South Miami
to redevelop business sites and/or transform under-
utilized sites, such as the asphalt parking lots located
at the northeast and northwest corners of SW 58th
Avenue and SW 74th Street, into active, community
gathering spaces. Additionally, prioritizing the
pedestrian over the automobile, establishing a
cohesive branding and aesthetic (streetscape and
architectural), hosting community events year-round,
emphasizing density and mixed -use development
at the pedestrian scale, and providing a variety of
housing options will help support the Hometown
District Overlay's vision for many years to come.
- The City's downtown green space plays host to
a variety of activities and events year-round, attracting thousands of
residents and visitors.
- Branding and streetscape r
overlay district help it to standout, as well as
visitors that they are within the district.
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PRIORITY 0: O`"I IUI , Y ; INU 6 �� b N1
Community policing methods are intended to create and maintain a cooperative and long term partnership with
those who own and operate businesses, live in, orvisit the Community Redevelopment Area. The City of South Miami
Police Department is committed to the public safety and personal security of residents of all ages; and, engages in
community policing and problem solving activities to support crime prevention in both the CRA and the City as
a whole. The Department has specially trained officers that interact with community members through several
education and outreach programs. Additionally, the Department also engages in several programs and activities to
foster connections with the community and creative problem solving:
CAST (Cops and Students Talking) -This program
brings students and officers together in a positive
environlnentto build important bridges for today and
the future.
Coffee with a Cop - This event is sponsored by
local businesses, where residents and businessowners
can meeting with the members of the Department for
pleasant conversation and a cafecito.
Neighborhood Resource Officers - Designated
officers who work to confront problems In different
neighborhoods.
PAL (Police Athletic League) - Through the PAL
program, the Department works with neighborhood
youth to build a better community.
Own a Zone - Police Command staff are assigned
specific geographic sections of the City so they can
personally reach out to residents to address any
concerns as part of the"Own a Zone" program.
The CRA should support community policing
efforts within the CRA by sponsoring or participating
in events that sponsor community connection events
like Coffee with a Cop with residents and business
owners in the CRA.
Staff from the CRA, Police Department, Code
Enforcement, and other applicable key Department
should meet at regular intervals (monthly/quarterly)
to focus on sub -areas of the CRA to discuss strategic
problem solving, information sharing and training.
This would allow for staff to address hyper -local
concerns or issues that are inhibiting investment and
redevelopment.
Staff Walks - Staff walks are focused in areas
where problems have been identified. Officers go door
to door distributing crime prevention information and
making those face to face encounters to address any
citizen concerns.
Downtown Walking Beat Officer adds an
additional resource to the business community and
the shoppers that visit South Miami.
Police Explorer Program - This program provides
middle school and high school students with an
insight into a career in law enforcement.
Community Events - Officers and Police Explorers
participate in a variety of police & community events
throughout the year, including the Martin Luther
King Parade, Porsche Show, Rotary Club Art Show,
PBA Police Memorial, Footworks 5K Run, July 4th
Celebration, Walk 4 LYFE Cancer Walk, Miami Dade
Chief's Dinner, Safe Streets Halloween and the
Chamber South Art Show.
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PRIORITY P: IMMUNITY EVENTS
Through coordination between local businesses, community organizations, various City of South Miami departments,
and the South Miami CRA, special events and festivals would be organized and hosted, which would contribute to
economic development within the CRA.
Playing an important role in a community's development,
character, and identity, special events and festivals help
to conned people with one another. They also help to
celebrate and/or remember historical moments from
the community's past, expose participants to new ideas
and hobbies, attract new visitors to the area, and even to
support economic development.
Opportunities exist for the South Miami CRA to work
with local businesses and organizations within the CRA
to organize special events and festivals throughout the
CRA year-round.
Examples of events the South Miami CRA could organize,
in order to spur economic development within the CRA,
include:
Marshal Williamson Day - Honoring the life
and legacy of one of the City's Founding Fathers,
encouraging the community to give back.
Paint by Numbers - Working with local artists,
on city -approved walls, members of the communti
can help create public art pieces.
Slide the CRA - Through sponsorships and
partnerships, the CRA could play host to the popular
"Slide the City" festival.
SoMi Street Painting Festival - An annual
event where artists from all over gather to create
temporary public works of art on closed streets.
Start up Saturdays - A monthly community
event which helps to educate prospective small
business owners to achieve success.
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local economy.
- Through a partnership between
Arts Alliance, and a local art studio, members o'
together to create a mural,
community work
Each summer, for the popular Shoe me City festival, more
than 200 cities across the world transform a major roadway into a giant
water slide.
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PRIORITY 0: 8EDEVELOPMENTOF UNDER-UTILIZED SITES
Through adaptive re -use and redevelopment, under-utilized sites within the CRA are being repurporsed and
redeveloped into mixed -use properties which support the needs of the residents within the CRA, contribute to the
community's sense of place, and which increase the CRA's tax base.
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Repurposingunder-utilized sites within the CRAwould
open up new opportunities for growth, connectivity,
and economic development. Through adaptive reuse,
a developer could save money on building materials
and new construction. Additionally, revitalizing and
reusing an older building would help to retain the
unique character and charm of the structure within
the community.
An opportunity exists to transform the Post Office
building, located just north of the Miami Metrorail
Station, into a mixed -use development. Because of its
close proximity to the station, this site could maximize
its potential, and contribute to the South Miami CRA's
and City's goals for transit oriented development.
BEST PRACTICES
The site of the City's old post office has since been
redeveloped into a vibrant public green space and provides connectivity to
thewaterfront.
. I hfs u I d post offire was saved from dcmof ib on a id
repurposed as a hotel.
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Often required to react to ever -changing conditions, the South Miami CRA should have some involvement in new
projects during the course of its existence. This Community Redevelopment Plan, therefore, must providethe South
Miami CRA flexibility to adjust to market and political considerations as they occur without impeding its ability
to continue moving the redevelopment program forward by providing such flexibility while complying with the
provisions of §163, Part III, Florida Statutes. This Plan is not intended to be a major redirection of the South Miami
CRA's work plan, but ratherto offer the chance to adjust to the changing conditions.
The followingwi II sta rtwith strategies thatwill affect multiple projects (i.e. community benefit strategy), a presentation
of specific projects, and will conclude with strategies of a more general nature (i.e. job creation, business assistance,
affordable housing). This order of presentation is not to indicate any order of priority or preference. Prioritization of
projects/strategies is indicated through a policy of the South Miami Community Redevelopment Agency Board, and
through its annual budget.
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implementation of Community Benefits Strategy
In any project assisted by the South Miami CRA, with the exception of projects in which the CRA is undertaking on
its own or working with a non-profit to provide workforce, low, or very -low-income housing, the CRA should seek to
obtain a package of community benefits from the project owner or developer. Community benefits would include
assurances that the existing CRA residents/businesses will receive value from the new project through such items
as housing and employment opportunities or other social service activities. Additionally, the South Miami CRA
could fund economic activities that will spur investment and redevelopment in the CRA. Community benefits could
Include, but not be limited to, the following:
1. The inclusion of an appropriate amount of below -market rate units. These units may be provided at rates for
workforce housing (less than 120%AMI) or for low-income residents (less than 80%AMI). This would ensure
the neighborhood will retain its affordability, reduce the potential for existing residents to be displaced, and
afford area workers an opportunity to live near where they work. The target workforce for these types of
units are often teachers, clerical workers, entry-level professionals, and other service workers. This could
also include other housing options for post -secondary students with limited incomes.
2. The South Miami CRA should also strive to ensure these projects maintain appropriate urban design
standards that are consistent with the vision forthe CRA as a complete and active, pedestrian -friendly, urban
neighborhood. To this end, the South Miami CRA should be a part of the review of any project and encourage
components such as, but not limited to, the following when appropriate:
a. Architectural components and placement of these components in a mannerthat enhances building/
development functionality and appearance.
b. Activated ground floor uses (including the street side of structured parking)
c. Structured parking that includes parking for the general public
d. Public plazas or other gathering spaces included within the project
e. Pedestrian-friendlystreetscapesthat include:
i. Wide sidewalks to allow for pedestrian use and room for activation such as for a sidewalk cafe.
ii. Shadetrees
iii. Benches
iv. Trash receptacles
v. Pedestrian level-lightingonappropriately designed light poles
vi. Wayfindingsignage
vii. ADA-compliant hardscaping
3. Each project should provide other benefits that may include:
a. A percentage of construction jobs earmarked for employees of the CRA
b. Shared parking with availability for public parking
c. Availability of housing units to residents living within the CRA (especially below -market -rate units)
d. Availability of small retail space at below -market rents for local "mom and pop" retail businesses
owned by residents living within the CRA.
e. General commitments of support of the community which may include but not be limited to:
aining or otherwise supporting local non-profit agencies providing services within the CRA.
ncouraging employees, residents, businesses to volunteer for local causes
roviding forjob fairs, internships, or other on-the-job training where appropriate. 44
Public Improvements in Conjunction with Private Projects
Improvements in the public space and in areas of private property that can be utilized by the general public (parking,
plazas, sidewalks, etc.) should be encouraged as community benefits to be provided by the developer/owner of any
project. When such projects are not undertaken by the private developer, or they serve a larger neighborhood, and
whether projects are undertaken with South Miami CRA assistance or without, there may be a need for the South
Miami CRA to invest in infrastructure around a project, or in limited instances within the project. The South Miami
CRA should consider, and possibly invest in, improvements to publicly -owned facilities should they be reasonable
and if they are improvements to appearance, functionality, or an overall increase in quality -of -life forthose residing,
visiting, or doing business in the CRA. These improvements may include, but not be limited to, the following:
1. Streetscapes which may include one or more of the following:
Trees
Furniture- benches, trash receptacles, etc.
Bus shelters and benches
Rideshare and mass transit drop-off/pull-outs
Wayfinding signage (both pedestrian and vehicular level)
Informational kiosks
Pedestrian -level street lighting
Additional overall street lighting
Wide, pedestrian -friendly sidewalks
Bike lanes
Other such elements within the public space
2. Public gathering spaces
Public plazas
Small green spaces
Pocket parks
3. Other Infrastructure improvements and upgrades (based on needs identified in the Assessment of Need and
Finding of Necessity)
Sidewalks
Streets
Bike lanes/paths
Multi -purpose paths/corridors
Water and Sewer
Undergrounding or relocation of overhead utilities
Provision of public wi-fi
>• Electric car charging stations
11 Parking (structured or on -street)
Restrooms facilities
Other such improvements or upgrades that may enhance the area and/or provide for a better quality of
life for residents, visitors, and area business customers.
Foster a close working relationship with Miami -Dade County to redevelop the property at the MetroRail
station to the greater benefit of the public.
Seek community benefit concessions from any selected developer(s).
Implement any necessary public improvements to foster redevelopment.
Increase job opportunities for residents of the CRA and possibly for those of adjacent neighborhoods.
Encourage a minimum of 10%of all multi -family housing units within the CRA, at below -market rates for
affordability to the workforce, entry-level, or otherwise lower -income families and individuals, as well as a
student population.
Enhance street -level activity through ground -floor retail uses and pedestrian -friendly streetscape amenities
Increase public parking opportunities both on public and private land.
Enhance safety along key pedestrian routes from parking areas and retail/restaurant areas
Ensure that all streets and sidewalks are free of deficiencies that impair their appearance and function.
Construct pedestrian -friendly streetscapes throughout the CRA.
Construct streetscapes in commercial, mixed -use, and high -density residential areas that encourage
activation.
Work closely with the Miami -Dade Water and Sewer Department to ensure modernization of water and
wastewater facilities within the CRA.
Work with the Miami -Dade Water and Sewer Department to ensure sufficient water and wastewater capacity
continues to exist for anticipated projects within the CRA.
Evaluate the potential to underground utilities where they currently exist overhead and undertake such
projects when found to be cost -beneficial
Evaluate the potential for all infrastructure when undertaking roadway reconstruction orstreetscapes, such
as undergrounding utilities and upgrading and increasing capacity of existing underground facilities.
Parks and Greenspace
It is imperative that additional greenspace is developed for the potential new residential units in the CRA. Existing
parks will need to be upgraded and new parks constructed to provide for the demand for outdoor open space for
recreation, relaxation, and special events.
Upgrade and encourage more activation of existing parks within the CRA.
Upgrade and einsure maintenance of existing greenspaces within the CRA.
Utilize small publicly -owned spaces as greenspaces with limited benches and landscaping. 46
Housing Affordobility
It should be noted that housing affordability is one of the key programs for the South Miami CRAto undertake. A key
tenant of community building is that the most complete communities, those that provide the best environment for
their residents, are those that contain people of mixed incomes. When residents in all phases of life, and those with
varying types of employment from entry-level professionals to food servers, to teachers, to doctors, and to CEO's
of Fortune 500 companies can all live in one area, the community thrives. In today's housing market, however, it is
particularly difficult to maintain and expand workforce housing (units for households earning up to 120%ofAMl) and
lower -income housing (units for households earning below 80% of AMI).
Given these conditions, the South Miami CRA needs to find ways to ensure housing remains affordable for
all income levels within the CRA, but particularly for those households meeting workforce or lower -income
guidelines. It is also important to make sure that housing is available for families.
Two major regulatory methods can be employed to provide affordable housing — Inclusionary Zoning and Density
Bonuses.
Inclusionary Zoning is where the City mandates that each new housing project provides a certain percentage
of units for households making below a pre -established income level. While this ensures a certain number of
units, such a program could have the effect of increasing costs to renters/buyers to the other residents of the
project as they would have to make up for revenue that would be lost by providing the lower -cost units rather
than selling or renting them at market rates. Additionally, such programs are much more successful when the
housing market is booming, and costs exceed revenues by a greater percentage. Should the South Miami CRA
wish to pursue such a regulation, it should be monitored to see if it remains cost-effective to the housing provider
to continue to develop.
Density Bonuses provide an increase in allowed dwelling units per acre, floor area ratio, or height, and is the
most common form of incentive used by inclusionary housing programs.
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an employ to increase the supply of affordable
housing. All of the following methods will have the effect of lowering housing costs and can be implemented by the
South Miami CRA:
To assist For -Profit Housing, providers in the CRA could:
>: Acquire land and sell or give it to a developer at below -market cost.
» Pay some portion of development costs such as impactor permit fees.
Provide a direct subsidy in the form of a rebate equal to a percentage of the increases in taxes paid over
a defined period of time after completion if affordable units are provided.
Undertake projects in the public realm that might otherwise be the responsibility of the developer (i.e.
streetscapes, sidewalks, roadway improvements)
Grant funds to assist in the rehabilitation of an existing housing project.
Provide a liaison person knowledgeable in the development approval and building permit processes in the
Cityto shepherding the project through development approvals in an efficient manner.
To assist or partner with Non -Profit Housing, providers the South Miami CRA could:
Provide a grant to the non-profit to provide the affordable housing
Create a Community Land Trust that would own the land upon which any such for -sale housing would be
built. With such an entity, the land trust would continue to own the land that would then not be subject to
property taxes. The building on the land would remain taxable, however.
Increase the supply of affordable homes for lower -income and workforce households as a percentage of all
units within the CRA.
Devise and implement programsto assisthousing providers in creating affordable unitsfortarget households.
Consider the creation of a Community Land Trust to own the land upon which affordable units exist.
Partner with non-profit organizations to provide affordable units within the CRA.
Create and implement programs to assist target income households purchase or rent within their means.
Create and implement programs to assist target income households to rehabilitate, and/or maintain units
they currently own.
» Seek new and creative ways to reduce the cost of providing affordable housing.
The South Miami CRA will be the main funding source for specific programs and auxiliary funding source for
other programs within the CRA.
Additional funding may be obtained from the City, County, the State of Florida, Federal Agencies, Financial
Institutions, Developers, Non -Profit Development Corporations, Seed and Venture Funds, Angel Investors, and
Housing Authorities.
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CAA MARKET ANALYSIS &
TAX INCREMENT FINANCING
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MARKET ANALYSIS SUMMARY
AM arket Ana tysiswas conducted of the South Miami CRA, which focused on the ability to add value to the community.
The report also included an analysis of vacant parcels and those suitable for redevelopment based on underuse or
deteriorated structures; a review of the market conditions that support redevelopment; and, the ability to extend
services throughout the South Miami CRA. To determine the Market Area for the South Miami CRA community, a
'drive time" scenario was used to identify the distance that can be driven within a specific time frame. The market
conditions were also reviewed, in order to determine sales conducted within the Study Area. The analysis was
used to measure the amount of business imported into the South Miami CRA. Additionally, a Demand Analysis was
conducted, which projected demand for various product types for both short-term and long-term time frames. The
projection of demand included residential, commercial, office, and other uses.
The full Market Analysis Report can be read in Appendix B of this Plan.
A historic growth estimate was made for the South Miami CRA, based on an assumed growth of 4% per year. In any
given year, economic forces may either accelerate or decelerate the growth in Taxable Value. However, for planning
purposes, over the total projection period, the 4% average figure is appropriate. It is also not certain that Miami -
Dade County will agree to extend the time frame of the CRA until the year 2050.
These projections also assumed that the growth of Tax Increment Financing (TIF) will follow the pattern that has
historically occurred. However, it is important to note that all TIF agreements with Miami -Dade County are subject
to negotiation. One important issue is the SMART Plan for transportation. The SMART Plan includes TIF for
areas that surround the major transportation nodes such as the MetroRail stations. A portion of the
South Miami CRA boundary is within this zone and the County may desire to negotiate all or a
portion of the TIF. Since these negotiations have not occurred, the projections presented
below include all of the Annual Wand Cumulative TIF amounts between the years 2019
and 2050.
Background growth will average 4% per year
New Projects:
Alta (6750 Sunset)
Shops at Sunset Place
SoMiStation (approval controlled by the County)
HR Acquisition (property adjacent to existing office
development)
South Miami Hospital properties (vacant land in areas of
multi -family residential)
City tax rate of 4.3000 mills, County tax rate of 4.6669 mills
5% of incremental taxes retained by the two agencies
Table 1 is based on standard procedures of growth and new projects that are anticipated within the South Miami
CRA. The City of South Miami's Planning Department was consulted to determine what projects are on the horizon.
In addition, vacant land was examined to determine what type of development could occur on these properties. The
timing for the anticipated development was based on where the project was in the approval process by the City.
Table 1: Annual and Cumulative TIF Projections (2019.2050)
2019
$2,107,243
$2,107,243
2020
$2,275,818
$4,383,061
2021
$2,451,137
$2,451,137
2022
$3,093,470
$9,927,667
2023
$3,093,470
$13,348,421
2024
$3,710,018
$17,058,439
2025
$3,871,830
$20,930,270
2026
$4,110,989
$25,041,259
202T
$4,359,715
$29,400,974
2028
$4,618,389
$34,019,363
2029
$4,887,410
$38,906,773
2030
$5,167,192
$44,073,965
2031
$5,458,166
$49,532,131
2032
$5,760,778
$55,292,909
2033
$6,075,495
$61,368,404
2034
$6,402,801
$67,771,205
2035
$6,743,198
$74,514,403
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Table 1 (continued: Annual and Cumulative TIF Projections (2019-2050)
2036
$7,097,212
$81,611,615
2037
$7,465,386
$89,077,001
2038
$7,848,287
$96,925,288
2039
$8,246,505
$105,171,793
2040
$8,660,650
$113,832,443
2041
$9,091,362
$122,923,806
2042
$9,539,302
$132,463,108
2043
$10,005,160
$142,468,268
2044
$10,489,652
$152,957,921
2045
$10,993,524
$163,951,445
2046
$11,517,551
$175,468,996
2047
$12,062,539
$187,531,535
2048
$12,629,326
$200,160,861
2049
$13,218,785
$213,379,645
2050
$13,831,822
$227,211,467
COMPLIANCE WITH FLORIDA
STATUTES 163.362
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The South Miami CRA has since grown to include two new portions since the approval of Ordinance No.
a portion along the SW l AVE corridor and into South Miami's downtown area, south of Sunset Drive. Properties
adjacent to the western line of the SW 6V AVE were included in the CRA's newly added western portion. Properties
South of Sunset Drive down to the properties adjacent to SW 741h Street were added as the new southern portion of
the CRA. The western portion of the CRA contains vacant lots that need the South Miami CRA's help to redevelop.
The southern addition will assist in attracting investment into downtown South Miami, enticing new businesses to
unleased storefronts and increasing usage of underutilized surface parking spaces. These new additions will help
create new economic opportunities for residents living in the CRA, especially the underserved population.
The full Boundary Description can be read within Appendix A of this document.
South Miami's zoning regulations set limitations on building type, size, height, number, and proposed use and is
codified as Article III in the South Miami Land Development Code. There are sixteen (16) zoning districts found in the
CRA out of a total of twenty-nine (29) zoning use districts within the City of South Miami. The district includes single-
family, multi -family, office, retail, institutional, recreational, light industrial, and transit -oriented development uses.
Planned Unit Development Is allowed in zones specified in South Miami's Land Development Code. Section 20-3.5
regulates the dimensional requirements of zoning districts in the City. Table 2 summarizes each zoning category
found in the CRA and shows each zoningtype's maximum height and density requirements if applicable.
Permitted uses are regulation in Section 20-3.3 of the city's Land Development Code. The light industrial zoning
is located in the TODD near the South Miami Metro -Rail Station, and allows various manufacturing and intensive
uses such as the manufacturing of apparel, cabinets, food, furniture, and other items. Public Parks and Playgrounds
are permitted in most zoning districts except in TODD, Hospital, and various other districts. Home occupation is
permitted as a use in the residential districts listed in Table 3. The RM-18 and RM-24 Multi -Family districts allows for
Community Residential Home usage with up to seven or more residents, while the RS-3 and RS-4 districts allow up to
six residents in Community Residential Homes.
Table 2: Zoning Categories within the CRA
Low -Density Residential
Single -Family Dwelling;
Max FAR Limited by Lot
(RS-3)
Community Residential
Size
2 Stories; 25 ft
Home
Single Family Residential
Single -Family Dwelling;
Max FAR Limited by Lot
(RS 4)
Community Residential
Size
2 Stories; 25 ft
Home
Single -Family Dwelling;
Low -Density Multi-
Townhouse Dwelling;
Family Residential
Two -Family Dwelling;
18 DU/Acre
2 Stories; 30 ft
(RM-18)
Multi -Family Dwelling;
Community Residential
Home
Single -Family Dwelling;
Townhouse Dwelling;
Medium Density Multi-
Two -Family Dwelling;
24 DU/Acre
4 Stories; 50 ft
Family(RM-24)
Multi -Family Dwelling;
Community Residential
Home
Community Residential
Residential Office (RO)
Home; Home
0.30 FAR
2 Stories; 25 ft
Occupation
Boardinghouse; Tourist
Dwelling; Convalescent
Low -Intensity Office (LO)
Home; Park or
0.70 FAR
2 Stories; 30 ft
Playground, Public;
Museum, Library or Art
Gallery
Boardinghouse; Tourist
Dwelling; Convalescent
Home; Park or
Playground, Public;
Medium Intensity Office
Museum, Library or Art
1.60FAR
4 Stories; 50 ft
(MO)
Gallery; Early Childhood
Child Care, Pre-K, Pre -
School; Governmental
Administration
Neighborhood Retail
Some Business and
0.25 FAR
2 Stories; 25 ft
(NR)
Professional Services
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Table 2 (continued): Zoning Categories within the CRA
Ground Floor Retail With
Specialty Retail (SR)
Office and Residential on
0.70 FAR
4 Stories; 50 ft
the Upper Floors
Hospital (Special Use);
Accessory Medical
Hospital
Services
N/A
None Specified
(Special Use); Chiro
Clinic (Special Use);
Labs; Medical Offices
Daycare; Municipal Uses,
Compatible with
Public Institution
Parks, Religious
N/A
(Special Use)
Surrounding Districts
Parks and Recreation
Parks and Open Space
N/A
N/A
Table 3: TODD Zoning Categories within the CRA
Mixed -Use (MU 4)
Residential Uses;
Limited by
2 Stories
Commercial Uses
Provided Parking
Mixed -Use 5 (MU-5)
Residential Uses;
Limited by
2 Stories Minimum; 4
Stories Max; up to 8
Commercial Uses
Provided Parking
Stories with bonus;100ft
Residential Uses;
Limited by
Light Industrial (LI-4)
Commercial Uses; Light
Provided Parking
2 Stories
Industrial Uses
Schools; Government
Facilities; Utilities;
Public/ Institutional (PI)
Churches and Similar
N/A
Compatible with
Uses; Uses Permitted
Surrounding Districts
in other TODD
Subcategories
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I63 36313J N[1GHB0RN0UD !I'�,/1PAG T EEEii,�EN1
Relocation
Pursuant to Florida Statute 163.362(7), the South Miami CRA is required to, "Provide assurances that there will be
replacement housingforthe relocation of persons tempora ri ly or permanently displaced from housingfacilities within
the community redevelopment area". Residents may need to relocate from current affordable housing stock from the
South Miami affordable housing development while the area is redeveloped into improved affordable housing units.
A relocation plan shall be made by the South Miami CRA before even one person is involuntarily displaced from the
aforementioned community.
Traffic Circulation
The proposed projects that will be built in the CRA are intended to reduce the amount of traffic in the city by creating
a more walkable environment. The proposed projects and Future Land Use in the CRA encourages a compact,
walkable development pattern. The future development of South Miami will include more mixed -use and Transit -
Oriented Development in the TODD and other appropriate districts within the CRA. The development pattern of the
CRA will encourage mass transit usage, therefore reducing road traffic.
Public transit options that residents and visitors are able to utilize are the Miami MetroRail, which has a station
that is located within the CRA, and MetroBus to connect to the rest of the county. South Miami CRA funds could also
be used to supplement some of the proposed improvements in the South Miami Intermodal Transportation Plan.
Improvements within the CRA will give residents the opportunity to drive less and use other modes of transportation
instead of their personal automobile.
Environmental Quality
The redevelopment activities of the Community Redevelopment Plan will add special programs and funding to
ensure environmental quality. In addition to drainage, sewer hookups, and other more traditional redevelopment
programs, the Agency will create a fund and programs to address the more serious environmental clean-up problems
associated with the re -use of contaminated sites. Without funds allocated specifically for environmental clean-up, it
may not be financially feasible to redevelop contaminated sites when future opportunities arise.
Availability of Community Facilities and Services
The South Miami CRA aims to provide services that are oriented towards improvements in the economic prospects
and public life of its residents. The community has expressed a desire for certain public facilities such as a
free center for teenagers. The CRA community also desires a training/apprenticeship program
forjobs, financial and entrepreneurship training, and legal support/incentives to keep
ownership of property in the community.
School Population
The J.R.E Lee Educational Center and Somerset Academy (Elementary
and Middle) are presently the only schools and or educational
facilities located in the redevelopment
area. The J.R.E Lee
1 Educational Center is a SPED Service Center, a facility that
provides Exceptional Student Education support services
to multiple schools in the Southern portion of Miami Dade
�'-'�`• County. The Somerset Academy opened in the 2009-2010
r r�rr.r
school year as a free charter school.
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163 362141: PUBLICLY FUNDED CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS
Table 4: Publicly Funded Capital Improvement Projects
Traffic Study for SW 59 PL and SW 69 ST
SW 64 ST Bike Lane and Road Improvements (SW 57 AVE to SW 62AVE)
Road Resurfacing- SW 73rd St (57 CT to 58 Ave)
Road Resurfacing SW 62 St (59 CT to 62 AVE)
SW 58 AVE Intersection at US 1- Design and Construction
Gibson Bethel Community Center. Restroom Renovations
Gibson Bethel Community Center- Basketball Gymnasium Bleacher
Murray Park: Playground PIP Rubber Surface
Murray Park: Replace Ball Field Fencing
Marshall Williamson Park - Outdoor Fitness Zone w/ support facilities
Marshall Williamson Park- Playground PIP Rubber Surface
Marshall Williamson Park - Sidewalks
Gibson Bethel Community Center - Air Conditioning
Police Department/City Hall Air Conditioning
Police Station Front Foyer/ Parking Lot Lighting Improvements
Pedestrian Bridge Study Over USN1 between SW 57th Ave & SW 72nd St Feasibility Study
Rubber Mulch for Tree Grates- Downtown Area
Chamber Digital Audio and Rebuild Project
Solar for Community Center
Solar for Pool
Solar for City Hall
it i- ��1/ I I ,i "il �_l.'. - I•.1.
Redevelopment Activities
1. The South Miami CRA shall file an annual report with the state's Auditor General's Office, The Miami -Dade County
Board of County Commissioners, the Miami -Dade Cou my Clerk's Office, the City Commission, and the City Clerk's
Office. This report shall contain a programmatic overview of the activities of the South Miami CRA as allowed by
the Redevelopment Plan.
2. The South Miami CRAAdvisory Board shall be fully subject to the Florida Sunshine Law and will meet at least on
a monthly basis in a public forum.
3. The South Miami CRA Advisory Board shall publicly adopt by-laws to govern its activities and to ratify its
administrative policies.
Financial Accountability
1. The South Miami CRA shall maintain adequate records to provide for an annual audit which shall be conducted
by a knowledgeable Certified Public Accountant selected by the City Commission. The findings of the audit shall
be presented at a public meeting of the South Miami Community Redevelopment Agency Advisory Board. Such
findings shall be forwarded to the state Auditor General's Office by March 31 of each year for the preceding fiscal
year which shall run from October 1 through September 30. The annual Audit Report shall be accompanied by
the South Miami CRA's Annual Report and shall be provided to the City Commission, City Clerk's Office, Miami -
Dade County Board of County Commissioners and the Miami -Dade County Clerk's Office for public review and
availability. Legal notice in a newspaper of general circulation shall be provided to inform the public of the
availability for review of the Annual Audit and Annual Report.
2. Ali South Miami CRA Tax Increment Financing funds shall be held in a Redevelopment Trust Fund separately from
other funds, as required by State Law.
The South Miami CRA shall provide adequate safeguards to ensure that all leases, deeds, contracts, agreements, and
declarations of restrictions relative to any real property conveyed shall contain restrictions, covenants, running with
the land and its uses, or other such provisions necessary to carry out the goals and objectives of the Plan.
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163.362 (71 ASSURANCE OF RELOCATION HOUSING
In the future, if any unforeseen redevelopment project involving the South Miami CRA requires that even one person
be involuntarily displaced from either a rented or owned housing unit, the project proposal must contain a relocation
plan which adheres to all applicable laws. The relocation proposal must be approved by the South Miami Community
Redevelopment Agency Advisory Board in a publicly noticed Agency meeting priorto any final approval of the project.
If any future projects were to require relocation and Agency monies were to be "partnered" with Federal funds, the
South Miami CRA shall make it a condition of Agency participation that all provisions of the Uniform Relocation
Assistance Act are met. This strategy adheres to the requirements of Chapters 163 and 421, Florida Statutes.
Please refer to the Redevelopment Projects Underway sub -section of this Plan, which includes affordable housing
projects for the CRA.
Table 5: Projected Cost of Redevelopment
Traffic Study for SW 59 PL and SW 69 ST $25,000
SW 64 ST Bike Lane and Road Improvements (SW 57 AVE to SW $438,916
62 AVE)
Road Resurfacing- SW 73rd St (57 CT to 58 Ave) $20,000
Road Resurfacing SW 62 St (59 CT to 62 AVE) $20,000
SW 58 AVE Intersection at US 1- Design and Construction $200,000
Gibson Bethel Community Center: Restroom Renovations $135,846
Table 5 (continued): Projected Cost of Redevelopment
Gibson Bethel Community Center - Basketball Gymnasium
$50,000
Bleacher
Murray Park: Playground PIP Rubber Surface
$50,000
Murray Park: Replace Ball Field Fencing
Marshall Williamson Park- Outdoor Fitness Zone w/ support
$50,000
facilities
Marshall Williamson Park- Playground PIP Rubber Surface
$70,000
Marshall Williamson Park - Sidewalks
$100,000
Gibson Bethel Community Center- Air Conditioning
$40,000
Police Department/ City Hall Air Conditioning
$20,000
Police Station Front Foyer/ Parking Lot Lighting
$10,000
Improvements
Pedestrian Bridge Study Over US#1 between SW 57th Ave &
$100,000
SW 72nd St Feasibility Study
Rubber Mulch for Tree Grates - DowntownArea
$5,000
Chamber Digital Audio and Rebuild Project
$100,000
Solar for Community Center
$50,000
Solar for Pool
$50,000
Solar for City Hall
$50,000
Downtown Improvements- Sunset Dr between US#land SW
$445,000
57th Ave
Total Capital Improvements by Year within CRA
$1,539,762
$440,000 $50,000
Total Capital Improvements within CRA
$2,094,762
65,000.00
$65,000
All redevelopment activities of a contractual, financial and programmatic nature shall have a maximum duration, or
commitment of up to but not exceeding, thirty (30) years from the date of adoption by the City Commission of the
City of South Miami and the Board of County Commissioners of Miami -Dade County. The start date forthe thirty-year
clock shall be from the adoption and approval date of the Miami -Dade County Commission.
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APPENDICIES
Appendix A - CRA Legal Description & Boundary Map
-- Appendix B - CRA Market Analysis
Appendix C - Map Series
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CRA HOAK DESCRIPTION fi BOUNDARY MAP
BEGINNING AT A POINT, SAID POINT BEING THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SECTION 25, TOWNSHIP 54 SOUTH, RANGE 40
EAST AND BEING THE INTERSECTION OF THE CENTERLINE OF SOUTHWEST 57 AVENUE (RED ROAD) AND THE CENTERLINE
OF SOUTHWEST 72 STREET ( SUNSET DRIVE); THENCE RUNNING WESTERLY ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF THE AFORESAID
SECTION 5, SAID LINE BEING THE CENTERLINE OF SOUTHWEST 72 STREET ( SUNSET DRIVE), A DISTANCE OF 2,640 FEET,
MORE OR LESS, TO THE INTERSECTION OF TH E CENTERLINE SOUTHWEST 72 STREET ( SUNSET DRIVE) AND THE CENTERLINE
OF SOUTHWEST 62 AVENUE PAUL TEVIS ROAD), THE SAME BEING THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER
OF SAID SECTION 25; THENCE, RUNNING NORTHERLY ALONG THE WEST LINE OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER, THE SAME
BEING THE CENTERLINE OF SOUTHWEST 62 AVENUE (PAUL TEVIS ROAD), A DISTANCE OF 3,463 FEET, MORE OR LESS, TO
THE INTERSECTION OF THE CENTERLINE OF SOUTHWEST 62 AVENUE (PAUL TEVIS ROAD) AND A LINE, THE SAME BEING THE
WESTERN EXTENSION OF THE NORTHERN RIGHT -OF -WAY LINE OF SOUTHWEST 62 STREET; THENCE RUNNING EASTERLY
ALONG SAID LINE, AND CONTINUING ALONG THE NORTHERN RIGHT -OF -WAY LINE OF SOUTHWEST 62 STREET, A DISTANCE
OF 1, 362 FEET, MORE OR LESS, TO THE INTERSECTION OFTHE NORTHERN RIGHT -OF -WAY LINE OF SOUTHWEST 62 STREET
AND THE EASTERN RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE OF SOUTHWEST 59 AVENUE; THENCE RUNNING SOUTHERLY ALONG THE EASTERN
RIGHT -OF -WAY LINE OF SOUTHWEST 59 AVENUE, A DISTANCE OF 159 FEET, MORE OR LESS, TO THE INTERSECTION OF
THE EASTERN RIGHT -OF -WAY LINE OF SOUTHWEST 59 AVENUE AND A LINE, THE SAME BEING THE WESTERN EXTENSION
OF THE NORTH LINE OF LOTS A, B, C AND D OF BLOCK 1, UNIVERSITY GARDENS NO.1 SUBDIVISION, A RE -PLAT OF BLOCK
2, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF, AS RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 91 AT PAGE 36 IN THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF DADE
COUNTY, FLORIDA; THENCE RUNNING EASTERLY ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF SAID LOTS A, B, C, AND D, A DISTANCE OF
309 FEET, MORE OR LESS, TO THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF SAID LOT A, THE SAME BEING THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF
UNIVERSITY GARDENS NO.1 SUBDIVISION; THENCE SOUTHERLY ALONG THE EASTERN LINE OF UNIVERSITY GARDENS NO. L
SUBDIVISION, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF, AS RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 89 AT PAGE 15 IN THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF
DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, A DISTANCE OF 662 FEET, MORE OR LESS, TO THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF UNIVERSITY GARDENS
NO. L SUBDIVISION, THE SAME BEING A POINT IN THE CENTERLINE OF SOUTHWEST 64 STREET (HARDEE DRIVE); THENCE
RUNNING EASTERLY ALONG THE CENTERLINE OF SOUTHWEST 64 STREET (HARDEE DRIVE), THE SAME BEING THE NORTH
LINE OF THE SOUTH HALF OF SAID SECTION 25, A DISTANCE OF 990 FEET, MORE OR LESS, TO THE INTERSECTION OF
THE CENTERLINE OF SOUTHWEST 64 STREET (HARDEE DRIVE) AND THE CENTERLINE OF SOUTHWEST 57 AVENUE ( RED
ROAD), THE SAME BEING THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SAID SECTION 25; THENCE RUNNING
SOUTHERLY ALONG THE CENTERLINE OF SOUTHWEST 57 AVENUE ( RED ROAD), A DISTANCE OF 2, 640 FEET, MORE OR
LESS, TO THE INTERSECTION OF THE CENTERLINE OF SOUTHWEST 57 AVENUE ( RED ROAD) AND THE CENTERLINE OF
SOUTHWEST 72 STREET ( SUNSET DRIVE), THE SAME BEING THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SAID SECTION 25, TOWNSHIP 54
SOUTH, RANGE 40 EAST, SAID POINT BEING THE POINT OF BEGINNING.
BEGINNING ATA POINT, SAID POINT BEING THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SECTION 25 TOWNSHIP 54 SOUTH, RANGE 40 EAST
AND BEING THE INTERSECTION OF THE CENTERLINE OF SOUTHWEST 57TH AVENUE (RED ROAD) AND THE CENTERLINE OF
SOUTHWEST 72ND STREET (SUNSET DRIVE); THENCE CONTINUE SOUTHERLY ALONG SAID CENTERLINE 897 FEET, MORE
OR LESS, TO THE INTERSECTION OF THE CENTERLINE OF SOUTHWEST 74TH TERRACE; THENCE WESTERLY ALONG SAID
CENTERLINE 685 FEET, MORE OR LESS, TO THE WESTERLY RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE OF SOUTHWEST 58TH AVENUE; THENCE
NORTHERLY ALONG SAID WESTERLY RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE 43 FEET, MORE OR LESS TO THE CENTERLINE OF SOUTHWEST
74TH TERRACE; THENCE WESTERLY 685 FEET, MORE OR LESS, TO THE WESTERLY RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE OF SOUTHWEST 59TH
AVENUE; THENCE NORTHERLY ALONG SAID WESTERLY RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE 29 FEET, MORE OR LESS, TO THE SOUTHERLY
LINE OF LOTS 54, 55, AND 56 AMERICAN TOWNSITE COMPANY'S SUBDIVISION NO 1 OF LARKIN, PLAT BOOK 3, PAGE 134 64
MIAMI-DADE COUNTY RECORDS; THENCE WESTERLY ALONG SAID SOUTHERLY LINE AND WESTERLY EXTENSION THEREOF
AND ALONG THE SOUTHERLY LINE OF LOTS 29, 30, AND 310F SAID PLAT A DISTANCE OF 305 FEET MORE OR LESS, TO THE
NORTHEAST CORNER OF LOT 25 OF SAID PLAT; THENCE SOUTHERLY ALONG THE EAST LINE OF SAID LOT 25 A DISTANCE
OF 48 FEET MORE OR LESS TO THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SAID LOT 25; THENCE WESTERLY ALONG SAID SOUTH LINE
AND WESTERLY EXTENSION 186 FEET MORE OR LESS TO THE WESTERLY RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE OF SOUTHWEST 59TH
PLACE; THENCE NORTHERLY ALONG SAID WESTERLY RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE 48 FEET, MORE OR LESS, TO THE SOUTHEAST
CORNER OF LOT 3 OF SAID PLAT; THENCE WESTERLY ALONG THE SOUTHERLY LINE OF LOTS 1, 2, AND 3 OF SAID PLAT 144
FEET TO A POINT ON THE EAST LINE OF LOT 2, BLOCK 2 OF MAP OF LARKIN PINES, PLAT BOOK 24 PAGE 20, MIAMI-DADE
COUNTY RECORDS; THENCE SOUTHERLY ALONG THE EAST LINE OF SAID LOT 2 AND THE EAST LINE OF LOT 3, BLOCK 2
OF SAID PLAT,163 FEET, MORE OR LESS, TO THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SAID LOT 3; THENCE NORTHWESTERLY ALONG
THE SOUTHERLY LINE OF SAID LOT, 124.7 FEET, MORE OR LESS, TO THE EAST RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE OF SOUTHWEST 61ST
AVENUE; THENCE NORTHERLYAND NORTHWESTERLY ALONG SAID EASTERLY RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE 315 FEET, MORE OR LESS,
TO THE CENTERLINE OF SOUTH DIXIE HIGHWAY (US1) AS SHOWN ON SAID PLAT; THENCE SOUTHWESTERLY ALONG SAID
CENTERLINE 587 FEET, MORE OR LESS, TO THE INTERSECTION OF THE CENTERLINE OF SOUTHWEST 62ND AVENUE (PAUL
TEVIS ROAD); THENCE NORTHERLYALONG SOUTHWEST 62ND AVENUE (PAUL TEVIS ROAD) SAID LINE ALSO BEING THE EAST
LINE OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 36, TOWNSHIP 54 SOUTH, RANGE 40 EAST, A DISTANCE OF 1049 FEET,
MORE OR LESS, TO THE INTERSECTION OF THE CENTERLINE OF SAID SOUTHWEST 72ND STREET (SUNSET DRIVE) SAID
INTERSECTION POINT ALSO BEING THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OFTHE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 25, TOWNSHIP 54
SOUTH, RANGE 40 EAST; THENCE EASTERLY ALONG THE CENTERLINE OF SAID SOUTHWEST 72ND STREET (SUNSET DRIVE)
SAID LINE ALSO BEING THE SOUTH LINE OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SAID SECTION 25, A DISTANCE OF 2640 FEET,
MORE OR LESS, TO THE INTERSECTION OF THE CENTERLINE OF SOUTHWEST 57TH AVENUE (RED ROAD) SAID POINT ALSO
BEING THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SAID SECTION 25, SAID POINT ALSO BEING THE POINT OF BEGINNING.
BEGINNING AT A POINT, SAID POINT BEING THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SECTION 25,
TOWNSHIP 54 SOUTH, RANGE 40 EAST AND BEING THE INTERSECTION OF THE CENTERLINE OF SOUTHWEST 72ND STREET
(SUNSET DRIVE) AND CENTERLINE OF SOUTHWEST 62 AVENUE (PAUL TEVIS ROAD); THENCE CONTINUE WESTERLY ALONG
THE CENTERLINE OF SW 72 STREET 330 FEET, MORE OR LESS TO THE INTERSECTION WITH THE WEST LINE AND SOUTHERLY
PROLONGATION OFTHE EAST ONE HALF OFTHE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OFTHE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OFTHE SOUTHWEST
QUARTER OF SAID SECTION 25; THENCE NORTH ALONG SAID PROLONGATION AND WEST LINE 503 FEET, MORE OR LESS;
THENCE WESTERLY 162 FEET, MORE OR LESS; THENCE NORTHERLY 62 FEET, MORE OR LESS; THENCE EASTERLY 54 FEET,
MORE OR LESS; THENCE NORTHERLY 88 FEET, MORE OR LESS TO THE CENTERLINE OF SOUTHWEST 70TH STREET; THENCE
EASTERLY ALONG SAID CENTERLINE 107 FEET, MORE OR LESS TO THE INTERSECTION OF THE CENTERLINE OF SOUTHWEST
62ND COURT; THENCE NORTHERLY 673 FEET, MORE OR LESS TO THE INTERSECTION OF THE CENTERLINE OF SOUTHWEST
68TH STREET; THENCE EASTERLYALONG SAID SOUTH RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE 193 FEET MORE OR LESS, TO THE INTERSECTION
WITH THE WEST RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE OF A 25 FOOT ALLEY AS SHOWN ON COCOPLUM TERRACE ADDITION PER PLAT BOOK
48, PAGE 38 (MIAMI-DADE COUNTY RECORDS); THENCE NORTHERLY ALONG SAID WEST RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE 1,271 FEET,
MORE OR LESS TO THE INTERSECTION WITH THE SOUTH RIGHT-OF-WAY OF SOUTHWEST 64 STREET; THENCE EASTERLY
ALONG SAID RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE,125 FEET MORE OR LESS TO THE INTERSECTION OF THE WESTERLY RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE
OF SOUTHWEST 62ND AVENUE; THENCE NORTHERLY ALONG SAID WESTERLY RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE 700 FEET MORE OR LESS,
TO THE INTERSECTION OF THE NORTHERN RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE OF SOUTHWEST 62ND STREET; THENCE EASTERLY 35 FEET
MORE OR LESS, ALONG THE EASTERLY EXTENSION OF THE NORTHERN RIGHT-OF-WAY OF SOUTHWEST 62ND STREET TO
THE INTERSECTION OF THE CENTERLINE OF SOUTHWEST 62ND AVENUE (PAUL TEVIS ROAD); THENCE SOUTHERLY ALONG
SAID CENTERLINE, THE SAME BEING THE WEST LINE OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 25, TOWNSHIP 54 SOUTH,
RANGE 40 EAST, A DISTANCE OF 3,463 FEET, MORE OR LESS TO THE INTERSECTION OF THE CENTERLINE OF SOUTHWEST
72ND STREET (SUNSET DRIVE), THE SAME BEING THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SAID SECTION
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The definition of the Market Area will be the "Drive Time" analysis which establishes an area based on the distance a
person can drive within a specified period of time. For the South Miami area, a "Drive Time" of 15 minutes has been
established to identify the distance people are willing to travel for basic services. The "Drive Time" is established
based on a central pointwithin the CRA area.
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Gap Anolysis
Gap Analysis refers to a determination of the difference between the number of goods and services demanded by
the residents of the Market Area and the business conducted by the establishments within that same area. Where
the population demands more goods and services than the local businesses provide, they must travel outside of the
Market Area. The industry considers this difference an Opportunity Gap where the Market Area could support more
businesses in the selected industries.
Environics Analytics was consulted to determine the Opportunity Gap that may exist for the South Miami Area. The
gap identifies which types of businesses could be supported.
Due to the location of significant commercial areas along Dixie Highway, South Red Road, and Sunset Drive, the
Market Area only has a limited Opportunity Gap. The entire area has a Supply that is over $2.9 billion higher than the
demand.
However, certain industries do have an Opportunity Gap and can provide a focus of additional attraction for new
business. These industries are:
Lawn and Garden stores
Hardware stores
Convenience stores
Baked Goods Stores
General Merchandise Stores
Electronics Stores
Cafeterias
Ice cream Shops
Doughnut Shops
Snack Stores
Labor Force and Business Inventory
The Labor Force is determined based on the amount of the population over 16 years of age. Persons under that age
are not considered participants in the potential Labor Force. Statistics for the CRA area and the Market Area were
obtained from Environics Analytics for the current time frame.
White -Collar Employees 3,295 68.0 141,536 68.2
Blue Collar Employees 496 10.2 30,032 14.5
Service Employees 1,055 21.8 36,004 17.3
Total Employees 4,846 100.0 207,572 100.0
Time to Travel to Work 31.06 Minutes 33.37 Minutes
Unemployment Rate 11.2% 5.2%
Source: EnvironiaAnoVics
Appendix Table 2: Number of Commercial businesses and employment
Motor Vehicles 5 28 431 6,223
Furniture 8 22 252 1,760
Electronics 4 29 251 1,941
Building Materials/Gardening 8 48 311 2,494
Food Stores 15 158 426 6,821
Health Supplies 23 202 49T 3,527
Gasoline/Service 8 39 163 797
Clothing Stores 31 109 797 4,930
Sporting Goods/Hobbies 9 61 227 1,514
General Merchandise 2 7 283 5,772
Miscellaneous 31 215 739 4,490
Non Store 1 2 62 594
Accommodations and 72 852 1,689 25,293
Restaurants
TOTAL 217 1,772 6,128 66,156
Source: EnvironicsAnalytia
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Appendix Table 3: Retail Spending by Classification in the Market Area
Total retail trade including food and drink (NAICS44, 45 and 722)
8,339,531,581
Total retail trade (NAICS 44 and 45)
7,400,162,208
Motor vehicle and parts dealers (NAICS 441)
1,950,723,274
Automobile dealers (NAICS 4411)
1,702,764,296
Other motor vehicle dealers (NAICS 4412)
135,357,759
Boat dealers (NAICS 441222)
30,343,101
Motorcycle, AN, and all other motor vehicle dealers (NAICS 441228)
65,392,946
Automotive parts, accessories, and tire stores (NAICS 4413)
112,601,219
Furniture and home furnishings stores (NAICS 442)
144,692,998
Furniture stores (NAICS 4421)
86,450,911
Home furnishings stores (NAICS 4422)
58,242,087
Window treatmentstores (NAICS 442291)
2,423,679
All other home furnishings stores (NAICS442299)
46,374,476
Electronics and appliance stores (NAICS 443)
125,474,385
Household appliance stores (NAICS 443141)
19,683,488
Electronics stores (NAICS 443142)
105,790,897
Building material and garden equipment and supplies dealers (NAICS 444)
542,710,081
Building material and supplies dealers (NAICS 4441)
466,330,290
Lawn and garden equipment and supplies stores (NAICS 4442)
76,379,791
Food and beverage stores (NAICS 445)
972,647,031
Grocery stores (NAICS 4451)
864,929,409
Specialty food stores (NAICS 4452)
30,582,513
Baked goods stores and confectioneryand nut stores (NAICS 445291+445292)
5,694,409
All other specialty food stores (NAICS 445299)
4,916,779
Beer, wine, and liquor stores (NAICS 4453)
77,135,111
Health and personal care stores (NAICS 446)
473,2o0,455
Pharmacies and drug stores (NAICS 44611)
391,689,898
Cosmetics, beauty supplies, and perfume stores (NAICS 44612)
30,033,982
Optical goods stores (NAICS 44613)
18,213,042
Other health and personal care stores (NAICS 44619)
33,263,534
Gasoline stations (NAICS 447) 7%0,84554D
Source: EnviranirsAnalytics
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Vacancies
There are almost no boarded -up commercial properties in the CRA. The best method to examine vacancies is through
the identification of space currently for lease or sale. There are 13 properties for lease in the CRA and range in size
from 1,000 to 6,000 square feet. This represents a small percentage of the total available space. Appendix Table 4,
below, illustrates the lease rates in the CRA.
Retail
Office
Medical Office
Appendix Table 4: Lease Rates in the CRA Area
$20 - $22 per square foot
$30 - $50 per square foot
$26-$39 per square foot
Properties listed as"For Sale" are not necessarily vacant. There are eight properties forsale averaging approximately
$500 per square foot.
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