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Horace G. Feliu
CRA General Counsel
Vice Chair
Mary Scott Riissell
CRA Executive Dir.
Member
David D. Bethel
CRA Secretary (Interim)
Member
Dan McCrea
CRA Director
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Randy G. Wiscombe
Member
Levy Kelly
Member
Marie Birts- Cooper
Eve Boutsis
Maria Davis
Maria M. Menendez
SOUTH MIAMI COMMUNITY
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
CRA Meeting
Meeting date: December 8, 2003 6130 Sunset Drive, South Miami, FL
Next Regular Meeting Date: January 12, 2004
Phone: (30S) 663 -6338
Time: 6:30 PM
City. of South Miami Ordinance No. 10 -00 -1712 requires
all lobbyists before engaging in any lobbying
activities to register with the City Clerk and ' pay an
annual fee of $125.00. This applies to all persons who
are retained (whether paid or not) to represent •a
business entity or organization to influence "City"
action. "City" action is broadly described to include
the ranking and selection of professional consultants,
and virtually all - legislative, quasi- judicial and
administrative action. It does not apply to not -for-
profit organizations, local chamber and. merchant
groups, homeowner associations, or trade associations
and unions.
CALL TO ORDER:
1. ROLL CALL:
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2. INVOCATION:
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
ITEMS FOR THE BOARD'S CONSIDERATION:
4. Approval of Minutes
November 10, 2003
5. CRA Executive Director's Report:
A. Credit Union
6. CRA General Counsel's Report:
None
CONSENT AGENDA
(There-are no items.)
RESOLUTION(S)
7. A RESOLUTION OF THE SOUTH MIAMI COMMUNITY
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY (SMCRA) APPOINTING A DIRECTOR
RESPONSIBLE FOR THE ADMINISTRATION, DEVELOPMENT,
PLANNING AND COORDINATION OF ALL SMCRA PROJECTS
AND PROGRAMS; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
8. A RESOLUTION OF THE SOUTH MIAMI COMMUNITY
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY (SMCRA) AUTHORIZING THE
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO DISBURSE $9,603.97 FROM ITS
ACCOUNT #610 - 1110 - 554 -99 -20 PAYABLE 'TO THE MIAMI -
DADE TAX COLLECTOR TO PAY 2003 AD VALOREM TAXES
LEVIED ON THE MOBELY PROPERTY AT 5825 SW 68 T
STREET; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
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SPEAKERS PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT SECTION 2-
2. 1 (k) (2) OF THE ; CODE OF ORDINANCES PROVIDES
THAT "ANY PERSON MAKING PERSONAL IMPERTINENT, OR
SLANDEROUS REMARKS OR WHO SHALL BECOME
BOISTEROUS WHILE ADDRESSING THE COMMXSSION SHALL
BE FORTHWITH BARRED FROM FURTHER AUDIENCE BEFORE
THE COUNCIL BY THE PRESIDING OFFICER, UNLESS
PERMISSION TO CONTINUE BE GRANTED BY A MAJORITY
VOTE OF THE COZdMXSSION.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
BOARD COMMENTS
ADJOURNMENT
PURSUANT TO FLA STATUTES 286.0105, "THE CITY HEREBY ADVISES THE PUBLIC THAT IF A PERSON
DECIDES TO APPEAL ANY DECISION MADE BY THIS BOARD, AGENCY OR COMMISSION WITH RESPECT TO
ANY MATTER CONSIDERED AT ITS MEETING OR HEARING, HE OR SHE WILL NEED A RECORD OF THE
PROCEEDINGS, AND THAT FOR SUCH PURPOSE, AFFECTED PERSON MAY NEED TO ENSURE THAT A
VERBATIM RECORD OF THE PROCEEDINGS IS MADE WHICH RECORD INCLUDES THE TESTIMONY AND
EVIDENCE UPON WHICH THE APPEAL IS TO BE BASED. THIS NOTICE DOES NOT CONSTITUTES CONSENT
BY THE CITY FOR THE INTRODUCTION OR ADMISSION OR OTHERWISE INADMISSIBLE OR IRRELEVANT
EVIDENCE, NOR DOES IT AUTHORIZE CHALLENGES OR APPEALS NOT OTHERWISE ALLOWED BY LAW.
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SOUTH MIAMI COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MINUTES
NOVEMBER 10, 2003
CALL TO ORDER:
The South Miami Community Redevelopment Agency met in
regular session on Monday, November 10, 2003 beginning at 6:30
p.m., in the City Commission Chambers, 6130 Sunset•Drive.
1. ROLL CALL:
The following members of the CRA Board were present:
,Chairperson Horace.G. Feliu, Vice Chair Mary Scott Russell, and
Members Randy G. Wiscombe, David D. Bethel, Dan. McCrea, Levy
Kelly, and Mary Birts- Cooper.
Also in attendance were:. CRA General Council Eve Boutsis,
CRA Secretary Representative Nkenga Payne and CRA Program
Coordinator James McCants. Executive Director Maria V. Davis
was absent.
2. INVOCATION:
Commissioner Bethel delivered the Invocation.
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited in unison.
ITEMS FOR THE BOARD'S CONSIDERATION:
4. Approval of Minutes..
a) October 13, 2003
Moved by Member Bethel, seconded by Member Wiscombe, with a
correction for the name Herrewita Holloway in. the "Board
Comments" portion of the minutes, the motion to approve the
minutes as amended passed by a 6 -0 vote.
Member
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Wiscombe: Yea
Kelly: Yea
McCrea: Not Present
Birts- Cooper: Yea
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I Member Bethel: Yea
2 Chairperson Feliu: Yea
3 Vice Chair Russell: Yea
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5 At this point Member Bethel excused himself to leave the
6 meeting due to a death in the family.
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8 5. CRA Executive Director's Report:
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10 A. Discussion pertaining to the CRA Director
11 Interviews (Jeanette Navarro)
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13 Ms. Navarro explained to the Board that there are nine
14 candidates for the position of CRA Director. She asked whether
15 the Board would' like to interview all nine candidates or rather
16 the ones who have received the most votes, which would result* in
17 approximately five candidates to be interviewed. As to setting
18 up the time for the interviews, Member Wiscombe said he would
19 prefer to have ;them in the evening rather than on a Saturday.
20 Vice Chair Russell was of the opinion that all nine candidates
21 should be interviewed in order to give everyone a fair chance.
22 However, it was' the consensus of the Board to _interview only the
23 candidates who received the most votes.
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25 The interviews were tentatively scheduled for Tuesday,
26 November 25, 2003 at 5:00' p.m. The Board asked Ms. Navarro to
27 provide a questionnaire with the candidate's, package in order to
28 be consistent in asking the questions to each candidate.
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30 B. Theresa Sawyer's request
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32 General Counsel Boutsis explained that she had recommended
33 Ms. Sawyer not to attend the meeting until her request is
34 completely evaluated. Counsel Boutsis said that the property in
35 reference has been finally identified; that the property had been
36 purchased by the City for approximately $5,000, mainly for the
37 purpose of infill housing; therefore, she indicated that the City
38 needs to get a'final resolution from the County on whether the
39 use of infill housing can be transferred so that Ms. Sawyer may
40 purchase the property.
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42 Vice Chair Russell recommended that in the event that the
43 City finally decides to sell to anyone a property that the City
44 has acquired, which will eventually extend their homestead, it
45 might be a, good idea to put in place a deed restriction,
46 preventing. the buyer from splitting the property again and
47 selling it for profit later at the expense of a family who might
48 want it just to live there. Counsel Boutsis also noted that an
49 appraisal will be necessary to determine the market price of the
50 property.
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52 C. Credit Union Presentation
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2 Mr. McCants explained that Ms. Faith Quarterman had
3 requested, due to family problems, that the presentation be
4 rescheduled for the next meeting.
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6 D. South Miami Gardens Summary
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8 Mr. McCants explained that this presentation is also being
9 rescheduled because Mr. Richard Miller, who is in charge of the
10 multifamily redevelopment plan of South Miami Gardens as a
11 consultant for the City, was unable to attend.
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13 Ms. Bateman addressed the Board stating that, she is happy
14 where she lives now and does not wish to be relocated. She then
15 urged residents not to be afraid saying that she does not feel
16 that one neighborhood is more safe than others and that crime is
17 well widespread.
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19 Mr. McCants indicated that another community group session
20 for the South Miami Gardens residents is necessary in order to
21 reassure them that nobody is going to be displaced against his or
22 her will. Mr. McCants explained that several meetings haven been
23 held on this issue, and that they have been provided with
24 detailed explanation of the process and had also been given the
25 opportunity to ask questions about the plan. In addition, the
26 residents have been surveyed, between February and March 2002, to
27 determine their level of support or opposition to the Multifamily
28 Redevelopment Plan.
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30 Ms. Valerie Newman stated that she has been walking through
31 the Miami Gardens community and that she has spoken to one of the
32 residents who have signed the survey. Ms. Newman then requested
33 to see the signed surveys. Ms. Newman also inquired about the
34 relocation issue. Chair Feliu explained that the relocation is
35 only from one unit to another, within the South Miami Gardens.
36 Member Kelly indicated that it has been clearly explained to the
37 residents that nobody would be displaced outside the area, and
38 concurred with Mr. McCants with the need of meeting with a group
39 of residents again to make sure that everything is clear.to them.
40 Ms. Newman then asked whether there is a formal relocation plan
41 on paper by the consultant. Members Wiscombe and Kelly indicated
42 that developing a plan is part of the intent' and that this is
43 just the beginning phase of the project.
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45 Mr. David Tucker Sr. asked that all the inquiries presented
46 to the Board on this issue, be taken to the City Clerk, to stamp
47 the date and attest her signature to avoid them from "falling.
48 through the cracks."
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50 Member Kelly .again reassured everyone that nobody from the
51 South Miami Gardens community will be displaced.
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I Chair Feliu indicated that the Board members are always
2 available, even beyond these meetings, for anyone having
3 questions or needing any type of clarification.
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5 Mr. McCants then reported to the Board that 'the TIF
6 Committee has recommended to move forward with the CRA's FY 2003-
7 04 budget at the 20% Administrative Cap.
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9 There being no further discussion or comments, the CRA
10 Executive Director's Report concluded.
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12 6. CR.A General Counsel's Report:
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14 Counsel Boutsis explained to the Board that Item no. 8 on
15 the agenda, relating to the City /County Interlocal Cooperation
16 Agreement, is the revised version of the resolution which was
17 approved at the last meeting, the information is the same, but it
18 was revised in order to comply with the language required by the
19 TIF committee and by the County.
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21 Counsel Boutsis then announced her new partnership with the
22 City Attorney's law firm of Nagin Gallop Figueredo, P.A. and was
23 unanimously congratulated by the Board.
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26 General Counsel's Report concluded.
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35 7. A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE
36 CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI, FLORIDA, APPROVING A HOMEOWNER
37 ASSISTANCE PROGRAM GRANT OF UP TO $5,000.00 TO MR. LINTON &
38 MRS. LUCILLE RAMBO TOWARDS THE PURCHASE OF THEIR.NEW HOME
39 LOCATED AT 5918 SW 66' STREET; AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE
40 DIRECTOR TO DISBURSE SAID FUNDS FROM ACCOUNT NUMBER 610-
41 1110 - 553- 34 -50, ENTITLED RESIDENTIAL REINVESTMENT; AND
42 PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
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44 Moved by Chair Feliu, seconded by Vice Chair Russell to approve
45 this item.
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47 Mr. and Mrs. Rambo, as the first recipients of the Homeowner
48 Assistant Program Grant, whose new home will be completed in
49 approximately a month, are requesting $5,000 towards the down payment
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1 or closing cost of their home. Mrs. Rambo addressed the Board and
2 thanked them for their assistance.
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4 Counsel Boutsis then referred to Section 1 of this resolution
5 which provides that no funds will be distributed until a. contract is
6 approved, and financing is.completed for this specific property which
7 was built by Greater Miami Neighborhoods.
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9 Vice .Chair Russell asked Mr. McCants to explain for the benefit
10 of those who might think that the CRA is not doing anything for the
11 community, about all the efforts that the CRA have put into this
12 particular home and to help this family attain their dream of becoming
13 homeowners. Mr. McCants explained that the City had purchased the
14 land and made it available to the Greater Miami Neighborhoods in order
15 to make it more affordable. The CRA has been assisting the Rambo
16 family from day one, helping them through several meetings, to
17 understand their roll as property owners. It has been over a two -year
18 process to come to this happy ending.
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20 Chair Feliu indicated that the Rambo's story is just an' example
21 of the good work of the CRA and what it has been doing for the
22 community, and that sadly, what circulates instead is a couple of
23 negative rumors.
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25 Then Mr. McCants mentioned several other examples where the CRA
26 has helped needy residents with various house repairs.
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28 Chair Feliu asked Mr. McCants to try to get testimony on paper
29 from all the families which have been helped some way or another by
30 the CRA.
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32 Member Birts- Cooper referred to a detailed list which was
33 included in the budget packet, of all the projects which have been
34 completed by the CRA, and recommended that the list be circulated for
35 the benefit of those who might have any doubts about the works, of the
36 CRA.
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38 There being no further comments, the motion to approve this item
39 passed by a 6 -0 vote.
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42 Member Kelly: Yea
43 Member McCrea: Yea
44 Member Birts- Cooper: Yea'
45 Member Bethel: Not present
46 Chairperson Feliu: Yea
47 Vice Chair Russell: Yea
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49 At the conclusion of this item, Mrs. Palmer was allowed to
50 address the Board on a couple of unrelated subjects. She started by
51 referring to rumors which might-have been circulating. As an example
52 of what could be the cause of some of the rumors, she mentioned a
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announced for a new home would be approximately $120,000, which in her
opinion nobody in the community would be able to afford. Then,
referring to a different subject, she talked about the scholarship
awarded to her daughter by the CRA, and for which she said she feels
grateful. However, she said that she has been encountering problems
with payments because she was not told at the time that she would have
to come up with payments up front, and would be reimbursed later. The
Board explained that the scholarship has certain guidelines which need
to be followed, and that, for instance, is subject to registration to
classes, attendance and grades. Member Wiscombe indicated that the
grant in reference had been discussed at length, and that the criteria
was set at that time to ascertain that the recipient of such grant
would be in compliance with all the rules set forth. Member Wiscombe
said that the minutes of that meeting could be reviewed to clarify
this issue.
CRA 13 -03 -125
8. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI COMMUNITY
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 10 -03 -122 TO
CORRECT SCRIVENER'S ERROR; 'APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE
ADOPTED CITY /COUNTY INTERLOCAL COOPERATION AGREEMENT DATED
JUNE 1, 2000; AND DIRECTING THE INTERIM EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
TO FORWARD THE INTERLOCAL AMENDMENT REQUEST TO THE CITY OF
SOUTH MIAMI COMMISSION AND THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
FOR MIAMI -DADE COUNTY FOR FINAL APPROVAL; PROVIDING AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
Moved by Vice Chair Russell, seconded by Member McCrea to approve
this item.
Counsel Boutsis explained that this is the amended version of the
resolution which has been approved by the TIF Committee, and it has
been amended to comply with the language they require.
There being no further comments, the motion to approve this item
passed by a'6 -0 vote..
Member Wiscombe:
Member Kelly:
Member McCrea:
Member Birts- Cooper:
Member Bethel:
Chairperson Feliu:
Vice Chair Russell:
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Yea
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Yea
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Chair Feliu requested that a resolution be prepared to
modify the agenda format for the next meeting in order to allow
the public remarks at the beginning of the meeting. Counsel
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1 Boutsis said that she would check the by -laws in order to review
2 the agenda format and determine whether the by -laws will need to
3 be amended.
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5 At this point, Chair Feliu opened for public comments.
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7 Mr. David Tucker Sr. addressed the Commission stating that
8 all this time the City could have gone to the County and appeal
9 to move from the 10; to the 20% Administrative Cap and go through
10 the legislative process. Chair Feliu congratulated Mr. Tucker
11 for his great memory and told him that he is almost like the
12 historian of the City.
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14 Ms. Mary Bateman spoke relating to the relocation of
15 residents of South Miami Gardens with concerns, such as for not
16 being able to afford the rent if they are moved. Mr. McCants and
17 Member Kelly reassured Ms. Bateman that the residents will
18 .'continue to receive the same government assistance even if they
19 change to a different program.
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21 Ms. Valerie Newman referring to Ms. Palmer's scholarship
22 situation saying that there is a difference between college
23 reimbursement and tuition reimbursement and that the Board has
24 put Ms. Palmer in a very difficult position having to come up
25 with the money up front for the school. Chair Feliu said that
26 the Board will revisit this issue. Mr. McCants said that he will
27 be requesting the tapes of the meetings relating to Ms. Palmer's
28 scholarship award for clarification purposes.
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30 Michele Dozier addressed the Board stating that she is one
31 of the residents who had not signed the papers for South Miami
32 Gardens to be torn down.
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34 Ms. Beth Schwartz, a resident of Cocoplum Terrace, asked the
35 Board about the funds for the construction of the pool at the
36 Multipurpose Center. She said that'she recalls that sometime ago
37 Member Bethel. had mentioned that Mr. Harris, with the Valencia
38 Apartments project, was going to donate or raise funds; Ms.
39 Schwartz said that she did not hear about this any further. She
40 also said that it has come to her attention that anyone under 18
41 years old is not allowed to use the exercise equipment at the
42 Multipurpose Center. Member Wiscombe said that this could be
43 because there may not be adequate supervision at the Center and
44 the children may get hurt with all the heavy equipment there: He
45 thanked Ms. Schwartz for bringing this to the Board's attention
46 and said that they will address it and find out what type of
47 rules are in place there. Ms. Schwartz then said that the
48 circulating rumors may be related to the fact that there are
49 opportunist people in the community who are buying property in
50 the CRA area for the purpose of speculating and she urged the
51 Board to look into the matter..
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1 Ms. Velma Palmer addressed 'the Board about the lack of
2 supervision at the Multipurpose Center, saying that this had been
3 brought to her attention and that she would like-to know what the
4 problem is.
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6 Ms. Barbara Bivens, a resident of South Miami Gardens, said
7 that one of the fears among the residents is that the new
8 buildings will be for UM students only and that the residents
9 will be displaced.
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11 Mr. McCants reiterated that all residents will be visited to
12 explain the process again in order to remove all of these fears
13 created by rumors.
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15. Member McCrea concurred that there is definitely a need to
16 meet with the residents and go over the process again with them.
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18 Chair Feliu said that the key intent of this project has
19 been to provide as much affordable housing as possible so that
20 people in the community can own their own home.
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22 Ms. Bivens said that some residents miss the meetings,
23 either because they do not have Channel 5 or do not read the
24 newspapers. Chair.Feliu said that they will be knocking on every
25 door and nobody will be left without the proper information.
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27 Professor Casuscelli, with the Pan - American Federation of
28 Architects Association, announced that the. students were ready
29 for a presentation of the architectural plans they had prepared,
30 and he discussed a possible date with the Board, tentatively
31 setting it for the following Monday.
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39 Davis to develop a format for these meetings. He then referred
40 to Ms. Schwartz comments about the Multipurpose Center pool
41 funding and asked Mr. McCants to.get back to Ms. Davis and ask
42 her to look into the matter for clarification and then update the
43' Board accordingly. Member McCrea, asking if the Board would be
44 in agreement', recommended that the reading of the resolutions at
45 the meetings be abbreviated, as it was recently implemented for
46 the City Commission meetings.
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49 be misled by rumors. He reiterated that the public should hear
50 the facts, by participating in community meetings and by asking
51 questions to the representatives of the community, and not to
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four nights out of every.week and he knows that there are people
there, however, there is no doubt that it would be better to have
more people supervising. We need to get more volunteers from the
community and we also need to get more programs in there, Member
Kelly concluded.
Member Wiscombe said that the Board needs to keep in mind
that everyone has worked very hard in the community to make sure
that nobody would. be left out or displaced, and that the 58 units
in that particular area were going to remain in the new project
so that nobody would be moved out.
Chair Feliu said that he welcomes the comments and the
concerns, but that there is a lot of misinformation• and that it
is unfortunate that there are people out there who prefer to
create problems by disseminating the wrong information, instead
of trying to be part of the solution. This Board, the CRA
Advisory Board, and the City Commission, all have worked in
conjunction for the benefit of the majority to provide affordable.
housing which has been the key intent of the CRA Board. We will
continue to move forward, we have a great program ahead and a lot
of good thoughts and ideas that are coming to fruition even as we
speak, and the Multipurpose Center is one example, Chair Feliu
concluded.
ADJOURNMENT
There, being no further business to come before this Body,
the meeting adjourned at 7:58 p.m.
Attest:
Maria M. Menendez
CRA Secretary
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Approved:
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Horace G. Feliu
CRA Chairperson
RESOLUTION NO. CRA XX- XX -XXX
A RESOLUTION OF THE SOUTH MIAMI COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT
AGENCY (SMCRA) APPOINTING A DIRECTOR RESPONSIBLE FOR THE
ADMINISTRATION, DEVELOPMENT, PLANNING AND COORDINATION OF ALL
SMCRA PROJECTS AND PROGRAMS; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE
DATE. .
WHEREAS, the SMCRA requires a fulltime Director to carry out the stated goals and
objectives of the Agency; and
WHEREAS, the Agency's By Laws require the appointment of such Director by a
majority of the current active members of the Board; and
WHEREAS, a full selection process was conducted wherein the qualifications,
knowledge, skills and abilities of several candidates were reviewed and evaluated in order to
select the most qualified individual to fill the post of Director; and
WHEREAS, the candidate deemed to be most qualified to carry out the duties and
responsibilities of the SMCRA Director has been determined and selected;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SOUTH MIAMI COMMUNITY
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY:
Section 1. The SMCRA Board hereby appoints
to be the SMCRA Director.
Section 2. The SMCRA Director is hereby authorized to carry out those duties and
responsibilities laid out in the Articles of Incorporation, the By Laws and as directed by the Board
and /or the Executive Director.
Section 3. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon approval.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this day of , 2003.
ATTEST:
SECRETARY
READ AND APPROVED AS TO FORM:
GENERAL COUNSEL
APPROVED:
CHAIRPERSON
Board Vote:
Chairperson Feliu:
Vice Chairperson Russell:
Board Member Bethel:
Board Member Birts- Cooper:
Board Member McCrea:
Board Member Kelly:
Board Member Wiscombe:
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CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI
JOB DESCRIPTION
30B TITLE: CRA Director DATE REVISED: 7120/01
REPORTS TO: Executive Director/City Manager FLSA STATUS: Exempt.
GENERALSUMIMARY
Responsible for the administration, development; planning and coordination of South Miami Community
Redevelopment Agency projects and programs.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED & EXERCISED
Works under the general supervision of the Executive Director /City Manager. Exerdses supervision to outside
professional consultants and two support staff members.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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Advises the CRA Board, Mayor & City Commission, CRA Advisory Board, Executive Director /City Manager and
the public on the CRA Plan, Interloral Agreement and redevelopment projects, programs and activities.
Administers, develops, plans and implements redevelopment projects, programs and activities.
Works with the County and State to fulfill all local and state requirements for community redevelopment
agencies.
Represents the City and Agency in county -wide economic development initiatives, Including the Beacon
Council.
Encourages public - private partnerships with the development and.lend'ing communities to provide maximum
leveraging of private investment in the Redevelopment Area
Fosters partnerships with, and between, a diverse range of citizens' groups and governmental agencies to
develop a common vision for redevelopment
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W Drafts the annual budget of approximately $1 million.
9. Coordinates and directs professional consultants.
10. Reviews and processes all Agency invoices.
11. Provides direct supervision of two staff persorm
12- Prepares funding requests and grant applications, including CDBG, HOME, SHIP, State and Federal
Appropriations, and private foundations.
13. Administers, develops, plans and Implements the activities of the South Miami Community Redevelopment
Agency Foundation, a private not - for -profit support corporation [501(x)3] of the Agency.
14. Performs other tasks as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED
• Bachelor's Degree required in Urban Planning and/or a combination of experience and education as deemed
appropriate.
31OWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED TO PERFORM 30B
• Knowledge in housing and commercial revtWlzabon, redevelopment; rehabilitation, neighboorhood and community
services.
• Knowledge of grant funding, CDBG, SHIP and HOME requests.
• 6c;)eiience in foster ng partnerships with and between a diverse range of citizen's groups and governmental agencies
and neighborhood redevelopment, rehabilitation, neighborhood and community services, housing programs and .
project management '
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers and appointed oifidals.
• Knowledge of State, Local and Federal Grants and Grant writing.
• Working knowledge of modern office practices and procedurm
• Proficiency in Microsoft Windows 45, Microsoft Word, Word Perfect, Excell, lotus and Microsoft Outlook.
• Ability to handle stressful situations.
• Ability to communicate dearly and concisely both orally and in writing.
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CRA INTERVIEW OUESTIONS
Date: Applicant Name:
Interviewer's Name:
I. Tell us briefly about your work history.
2. How does your previous or current work experience relate to the CRA position that you
have applied for?
3. Give me an example of times where you have had to deal with community groups and
residents under difficult circumstances? What was the outcome?
4. How would you describe your work ethic?
5. How extensive is your.experience with grants. What type of grants have you worked
with? Cite examples of grants that you have worked with or obtained.
6. How does Miami Dade Home Rule impact the won of CRA's in dade county'as
opposed to the rest of the state?
7. If you were selected as the CRA director, what are some of the first things you would do?
8. What is your assessment of South Miami's CPA?
9. Why do you feel you would be the ideal candidate for this position?
10. Is there anything else you would like to add?
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JOSEPHM. GIBSON
. 6221 S.W. 63rd Court
South Miami, FL 33143
(305) 666 -2673
OBJECTIVE:.
To secure a position that would utilize my vast experience in education, business, and
community development.
EDUCATION:
Florida A &M University, Tallahassee, Florida .
Major. Educational Administration and Supervision
Degree: Master of Science (1970)
Florida A &M University, Tallahassee, Florida
Major. Elementary Education
Degree: Bachelor of Science (1967)
CONTINUING EDUCATION:
University of Miami, School of Continuing Studies, Coral Gables, Florida
Small Business Development Certification (1983)
Uiuversn y�of. School of'BuVmwg�Ctmal`Gables-, Florida ---
ProfessionahMiddle Management Training (1979)
CIVIC INVOLVM[ENT:
❖ Development Action Committee (Member) - City of South Miami
❖ Parks and Recreation Committee (Former Member) - City of South Miami
• Alliance For Youth (Treasurer)
❖ The Magic Shuttle (Board Member)
❖ Interlink Community Development Corporation (Treasurer)
EXPERIENCE:
Business Consultant, South Mia F]orida
mi,
(2001 present)
(A) Providing strategic contacts and technical support for Perimeter Road Properties.
This company is embarking upon a 5230 million dollar development project adjacent
to Miami International Airport (B) Providing consultant services to Thermsol, Inc.,
a Houston based company which is introducing a cutting edge technological concept
in oil and gas production.
Architectural Design Consortium, Inc. Miami, Florida
Program Staff (2000 to 2001)
The scope of this work involves intense communication with broad segments of the
county's business and commerce communities. Responsibilities typically include
developing and implementing a program format that ensures adequate minority
participation in all phases of a major airport development project Design a specific
outreach -plan for-Amenc.an- Airlines -North Terminal- P,rogram-tahelp-reach.its. designated _
goals. Organizing forums and seminars, which foster and perpetuate these efforts.
World Printing, Inc. Miami, Florida
Corporate Development — Consultant (1996 to 2000)
Independent sales consultant responsible for the procurement of new business clients for
a full service, family owned printing company located in South Miami. World Printing
specializesin art and logo.design, printing and binding, and "in- house" production of
superior quality stationery products. As the corporate development representative, my
sales and marketing efforts were focused upon private and governmental entities. My'
success at selling to this caliber of clientele is based on my commitment to personalized
service, effective communication and persistence.
Dade County Public Schools, Homestead, Florida
Teacher (1991 to 1996)
As Director of Student Activities, I was in charge of overseeing many multi- cultural pilot
programs aimed at enhancing academic achievement and improving 'self - esteem for
students of varying age groups and ethnic backgrounds. My responsibilities included:
establishing pilot programs, writing program criteria, setting goals, recruiting support
personnel. raising funds, and overseeing the day - to-day administration of the Program
As Director, I also served as the program's liaison in setting up public forums and dea
with Federal, State and County officials, as well as private sector representatives, to
achieve program goals and secure funding. Two successfid programs that were
implemented while I served as Director were the Alternative Education Pupil Advocate
Program, and the Afrocentric Enhancement Self - Esteem Opportunity Program
( "AESOP')
Flamingo Bay Hotel & Villa Ltd. ff BHV.L")t Paradise Island, Bahamas
"Licensed Real Estate Salesman " & Marketing Executive (1990 to 1991)
FBHVL was the owner /developer of resort/waterfront properties in the Bahamas. As a
"Licensed Real Estate Salesman" and Marketing Executive,. it was my responsibility to
promote client interest in the properties, initiate and handle sales calls, show properties to
prospective clients, prepare sales contracts, and coordinate all sales efforts through to
closing.
Carey Technical Institute ( "C.T.1"), Miami, Florida
Job Training Organization
Regional Placement Director (1988 to 1990)
CTI was established by Miami -Dade County Commissioner Barbara Carey as a "non-
profit" organization whose, primary objective was to provide employment training for
unskilled individuals. As Regional Placement Director, my responsibilities included:
working with The Florida Department of Labor, various building trade groups, and other
local employers to coordinate matching successful graduates with employment
opportunities; assessing the overall employment market and implementing programs that
would meet the employer's needs; organizing and sponsoring job fairs, and assisting
students in securing financial aid (i.e. Federal Student Loans and Pell Grants). While
serving in this capacity, I was also instrumental in helping CAE, ac 'eyejtsLmdraistng
goal of 4 million dollars for campus programs.
Connecitons, Inc., C "W), Miami, Florida
Business Consultant — Principal (1980 to 1988)
Connections, Inc. served as a business consultant — both on a national and international
basis — to a wide variety of clients. CI organized, developed, coordinated, and controlled
multiple market programs for clients in the Banking, Hotel & Travel, and International
Trade industries. CI's programs included involvement in: foreign trade partnerships;
import(export of goods (i.e. automobile parts, Jamaican specialty crops, and retail goods);
and travel programs for schools, churches, and civic associations.
University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida
Business Services Supervisor (1978 to 1980)
As Business Services Supervisor, my primary role was to oversee and coordinate the
purchase of goods for various service - related departments at the University of Miami.
My responsibilities included: assessing the "collective" purchasing needs of all
departments concerned, negotiating with suppliers, processing purchase orders,
coordinating the acquisition and distribution of goods, overseeing inventory control, and
processing of payment invoices.
While serving as Business Services Supervisor, I was also instrumental in organizing and
directing the "Strictly Business" Program. This was a work-study program that provided
business experience opportunities to students in the University's business disciplines. As
of this date, "Strictly Business" is still successfully operating at the University of hfiami.
REFERENCES:
Furnished upon request.
October 30, 2003
Horace G. Feliu, Chairman
South Miami Community Redevelopment Agency
6130 Sunset Drive
South Miami, Florida 33143
Dear Mr. Feliu:
I am writing this letter in support of my application to become the Director of South
Miami's Community Redevelopment Agency (SMCRA). As a thirty -five year
professional, my experiences have been primarily focused upon education and business.
My experiences in business have spanned a wide array of disciplines that extend as far as
the corporate level. Throughout my twenty -eight year residency in the City of South
Miami; I have consistently served on committees and boards, and most importantly,
maintaining a close alliance with most residents.
As a member of the Development Action Committee during the years 1995 through 1998,
our major task was the e oo on and evenMaIJ passage of"South—IMami s Co iit — f
Redevelopment Agency. The insights garnered during this experience have proven to be
invaluable in terms of understanding the function of the SMCRA, but more importantly,
serving as a tremendous asset in my pursuit of becoming its current Director. During this .
process, our committee closely interacted with a number of citizen's groups,
governmental agencies, community residents, business owners, and every conceivable
entity that would be instrumental in the passage of this very important public policy.
While serving on this committee, my impression was that this initiative would bode well
in terms enhancing the level of opportunities for many of our residents who have been
historically excluded from the process. To expand upon this theme even further, I can
honestly say that the thrust of my lifelong efforts has primarily been focused in this
particular' direction. I , will simply assert that this position' would represent the
quintessential circumstance that would enable me to fulfill a broad range of lifetime
commitments.
In spite of not being thoroughly aware of the activities of our present SMCRA, there are a
number of initiatives and strategies that if implemented properly, will certainly be
instrumental and effective in accomplishing our objectives. Furthermore, my intent is to
re- ignite those entities.. mentioned above, which were indispensable during the earliest
stages of this process. It is my sincere belief that through the cooperation and active
participation of our residents, the priorities and goals of our SMCRA can be met more
confidently.
As a former educator, it is also my. impression that we should maintain all efforts that
focus , upon informing our citizenry of the function and activities of the SMCRA.
Information is the raw material for new ideas. Correct information will inevitably foster
the development of clear lines of communication, thereby enhancing the success of our
SMCRA, and ultimately redounding in benefits for all of South Miami's population.
I trust that you will give careful consideration to my, quest of obtaining this position, and
I continue to'pledge my support for all activities that are designed to enhance the quality
of life for all of our residents.
Respectfully Submitted,
L
oseph M. Gibson, Consultant
cc: Mary Scott Russell, Board Member
Randy Wiscombe, Board Member
r �DanieF c rae, Bo ar - em er
David D. Bethel, Board Member
Marie Birts- Cooper, Board Member
Levi Kelley, Board Member
LYNDA KOMPELIEN WESTIN, AICP
SSN x75-80 -8587
EDUCATION
4101 Pine Tree Drive #1829
Miami Beach, FL 33140
(305) 604-9493
lynda..kompelien@hobnail.com
-- . U vmv ity o isconsin, duon' femep e�'r I9S Say 94 _ ... _.
Master of Science in Urban and Regional Planning. GPA 3,5.
Concentration economic/ fiscal planning, emphasizing community development and revitalization
University of A innesota, Duluth. Bachelor of Arts, July 1987.
Major. Economics. Mmors: Political Science and German
Study in Germany /Austria. Two quarters of Chinese. Two student leadership awards.
Held Committee Chair, Research Assistant, and Teaching Assistant Positions.
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CTI'Y OF HOMESTEAD; Homestead, Florida
Executive Director, Community Redevelopment Agency
May 2000 -May 2003
Administrative accomplishments during this time include.
* Increased the Tax Increment from $992,000 in 1999 /2000 to an anticipated $1,567,000 in 2003/2004.
* The Florida Redevelopment Association selected the CRA's Pioneer Village as best project in 2001.
* Managed $8 million in state, federal and local grants.
* Managed annual contracts with four community, non-profits.
* Increased departmental staffing from four to six positions. .
* Developed and implemented project, grant, and mortgage /loan portfolio tracking spreadsheets.
* Developed and implemented departmental filing systems.
• Developed and implemented spreadsheets for tracldng project costs.
* . Contracted development of customized mortgage /loan tracking database. Completed and in use.
• initiated and edited departmental newsletter.
Projects completed by the department during this time include:
* Art South: Refinishing floors and pews in a performing arts space. (March 2002)
• Busway Coordination. Facilitated inclusion of Homestead specific busway design requests with MDT. (Ongoing)
• Downtown Parlang. Completed construction of 76 parldng spaces on two lots and adjacent streets. (December 2002)
• EDA Revolving Loan Program. Program finances reconciled and two loans made. (Ongoing)
• Homestead Business Incubator. Revised Technolgical Research and Development Authority management agreement.
(January 2002) and acquired site (April 2002). Coordinated renovations with TRDA's on site project manager.
• Infill Housing. Developed infill housing policy. (November 2002) Initiated mapping HERO owned, vacant and code
enforced properties. (November 2002) Resolved lien dispute and contracted for construction of three single family
homes. (April 2003)
* OCED Micro -loan Program. Awarded and implemented micro -loan program in conjunction with the Haitian
Organization of Women (February 2003)
* Pioneer Village. Completed construction of 72 single family homes downtown (May 2002)
* Seminole Theatre Restoration. Completed roof replacement. (December 2000) Completed Schematic Design
Documents. (April 2001) Revised Management Agreement with Seminole Theatre Group. (December 2001)
Completed Marquee Sign Replacement. (January 2002) Completed Design Development Documents. (February 2002)
* Southwest Neighborhood. Completed Phase I and Phase H of the Southwest Neighborhood Master Plana
(September 2002) Completed construction of streetscape improvements. (Anticiptated June 2003)
* Transportati on Plan. Acquired funding for plan (January 2002) Coordinated bid and contract (Ongoing)
* Urban Transit Village. Completed Master Plan for multi-modal center. (December 2001) Coordinated land
acquisition with the Florida East Coast Railway and acquired funding for transaction. (Anticipated June 2003) .
BERMELLO, AJAMIL & PARTNERS; Miami, FL September 1998 to May 2000
Senior Planner
* Miami-Dade Expressway Authority. Prepared FY 00 /01 Capital Plan, TIP and project schedules.
* Opa -locka Community Development Corporation Service Area Analysis. Coordinated and completed project..
* Broward Central County Neighborhood Improvement Program - Washington Park and Franklin Park
* Opa -locka Front Porch Coalition Front Porch Florida Grant Application. Coordinated and completed project
* Marathon Community Park Needs Assessment Coordinated and completed project
* Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood International Airport Environmental impact Statement Responded to draft review.
* Rouse Kendall Town Center Development of Regional pact Prepared Preapplic—a-lion Package an Z'rolect
Management Plan.
* Rouse Village of Merrick Park Development of Regional Impact Updated and produced draft Application for
Development Approval and Project Management Plan. Attended team meetings.
* Transal Office Park Modified Binding Letter of Agreement
* Port of Miami Master Plan. Prepared capital element
* Villages of Homestead Development of Regional Impact Amendment Prepared draft
* Key West Chapter 288 Military Base Reuse Plan Prepared housing and capital chapters.
* City of Miami Community Redevelopment Agency. Providing general planning and coordination including
preparation of annual budgets, project scheduling and budgeting, and project implementation
* Pueblo /Xtra. Provided budgeting assistance in Puerto Rico for extensive hurricane related store repairs.
MIAMI -DADS COUNTY
Principal Planner, Office of Community and Economic Development June 1997 to August 1998
* Coordinated monthly meetings in two focus areas.
* Assisted with the development of 1999 and 2000 action plans.
* Substantially revised application review criteria for 1999 and 2000 action plans.
* Coordinated submission of FY 99 Capital Budget
* Trained two Principal Planners and two Community Planner 3's.
* Coordinated transition to IDIS, HUD's on-line grant tracking system. Received HUD training.
* Received certification from the National Development Council in development financing.
t Coordinatedzeprogzarnmings•of HUD-fun $7 million-
Community Planner 3, Office of Community and Economic Development April 1996 to June 1997
Coordinated submission of FY 98 Capital Budget
* Reconciled and balanced disaster related funds, using existing financial records and resolutions.
* Developed a networked, multi- relational database for tracking status, reprogrammings, and funding balances for
over 2,500 approved activities.
* Developed database's networked reporting capabilities to assist with capital budgeting, GPI;, CAPERS, and South
Dade's Moss Plan activity reporting.
* Expanded the database to include an online proposal evaluation system for over 500 activities and over $275
million in requests. Over $47.8 million in federal funds were distributed annually.
Senior Planner/Administrative Officer 2, Miami -Dade Transit Agency
May 1994 to April 1996
* Prepared 5 year capital budgets and Transit Improvement Programs for FY 96 and FY 97.
* Designed and implemented computerized tracking system for labor force and capital expenditures.
* Coordinated 3rd appeal to FEMA National Director regarding Hurricane Andrew grant deobligations.
* Prepared three FEMA grant applications and another federal transit grant
Assisted with FTA's Triennial Review of transit operations.
* Designed audits for vacation staffing and internal management practices.
Zoning Evaluator 1, Building and Zoning Department June 1993 to May 1994
* Wiote evaluations for over 60 land use and zoning variance applications per month.
* Field inspected sites.
* Answered public inquiries regarding potential variance requests.
CITY OF WEST PALM BEACH, FL
Associate Planner
October 1992 to April 1993
* Analyzed applications for zoning, historic preservation, and land use variances. Presented Endings to Planning
Board, Zoning Board of Appeals, and Historic Preservation Board. -
* Developed zoning regulations incorporating pocket parks and community centers into urban areas.
* Assisted with designation of three historic districts and developing their historic district improvement plans.
pricatlon or tonc preserva on rely prole .
* Developed prototype "user friendly " zoning code chapter.
* Surveyed building conditions, researched ownership patterns, and prepared plan chapters for a CRA district
VANDEWALLE AND ASSOCIATES, Madison, WI
Intern
September 1991 to September 1992
February i991 to May 1992
* Researched, wrote, and edited comprehensive master plans for downtowns and small communities.
• Assisted in adapting a performance zoning ordinance for Delevan, WL
• Researched Transportation related land use controls and edited issue papers for Dane 2020, a multi jurisdicational
transportation study of Dane County, WL .
NIINNEAPOLIS COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AGENCY June - August 1991
Intern, Downtown and Riverfront Development
• Assisted with the initial planning phase of a $124 million federal courthouse development
• Staff to committee selecting a master planning consultant for the courthouse area.
• Summarized and recommended development related land use controls for plan implementation.
• Assisted Warehouse Historic District in beginning master planning process. Mapped parking and land use data.
Attended committee meetings to gauge concerns and present findings.
CITY OF MADISON, WL- Department of Planning an d Development September 1990 - February 1991
Planning Aide, Neighborhood Planning
* Compiled and coordinate production of Self HeI12 for Neighborhood QrZanizations and A Guide to Madison's
Neighborhood Associations
Compiled • . down process charts.
References Available Upon Request.
OCTAVIEN A. SPANNER
9471 Palm Circle North
Pembroke Pines, FL 33025
Tel: (854) 499-0220— Cell. (786) 298 -0833
E -mail, ospanner@msn.com
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
■ Twelve years senior level experience in community and economic development.
■ A working knowledge'of public/private development project investment and financing
■ Ability to analyze and interpret economic forces and business development trends.
Managed complex initiatives on a cross - departmental basis including project teams.
■ Organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize activities, with a
dedication to accuracy and meeting deadlines, and budget control.
■ Experience in formulating policies, long -range strategic planning, and negotiations.
■ Considerable experience working within a diverse and multicultural environment.
■ Language facilitation: English, Spanish, Dutch and Portuguese
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
2002 - Present CITY OF MIAMI SPRINGS Miami Springs, FL
Director of Economic Development
• Responsible for implementing, developing, and revising of an overall Economic
Development Plan for the City.
• Initiated three major redevelopment plans for the City in close collaboration with private
Institutions: the. redevelopment of NW 3EP Street, Downtown Development Project and
Annexation.
2001 -2002 CITY OF LAWRENCE Lawrence, MA
i Or-6f D0Wntown-Deveiopment
■ Developed downtown revitalization strategies from program design to implementation .
Including business retention, enhancement, and recruitment of high quality businesses to
improve and diversify the economy.
■ Successfully launched public-pdvate alliances conducive to the establishment of
Lawrence Downtown, Inc (501 -C3 nonprofit), Lawrence Cultural Alliance, Lawrence
Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and contributed to the City's designation as a Renewal
Community (Generated $BOOK from public and private funds).'
Director Lawrence Small Business Assistance Center
■ Provided leadership and oversight of the Small Business Assistance Program .including
the delivery of technical assistance to minority owned businesses, supervision of City
procurement and contracting opportunities, developing joint ventures between public and
private sector agencies to enhance business and economic development.
■ Served as liaison between State and Federal agencies, educational institutions and small
business organizations and associations; developing organizational performance metrics
and compliance procedures; assuring compliance. with City's non - discriminatory
ordinance. (Staff. management 7)
2000 -2001 CENTRO DEL CARDENAU Archdiocese of Boston Boston, MA
Executive Director
■ Managed programmatic, fiscal, social and educational service delivery functions of a
Community Based Organization; administered contmaci utilization, and supervised
program directors and staff of 52; budget management of $2.5 Million.
1998 -2000 PRIVATE CONSULTING Boston, MA
Consultant
■ Assessed the organizational development needs, made recommendations on programs
and services to enhance individual and team performance. Established viable
partnerships with members of _ various community Interest groups, neighborhood
,. organizations, and political leaders. And prepared business plans, financial projections
Commerce, JUMAS Inc, AGENDA Lafina, Women's Resource Center, ADELWM Inc) -
1994 -1998 GOVERNMENT OF ARUBA Aruba
Senior Policy Advisor Social & Cultural Affairs
■ Advised government and parliament on long -term prospects for anticipatory social
policies and proposal for welfare reform. Formulated social policies contzibuting to
changes in legislation that improved the liming conditions of children, women and
minorities. Budget management $15 million, Staff supervision 24.
1994 -1998 UNESCO NATIONAL COMMISSION Aruba/The Hague/Paris
Secretary General
■ Strengthened the national capacity to-participate in the United Nations plans of action In
regard to specialized programs such as Education for all, Management of Social
Transformation, Culture of Peace, Democracy and Sustainable Economic Development
Organized regional training seminars for Caribbean and Latin American officials.
■ Fostered Cultural exchange programs promoting historical and cultural preservation,
Grants management $3 million, direct staff supervision S.
1989 -1994 SPES FOUNDATION Aruba
Pnesldent/CE0
■ Directed social and economic program in close collaboration with government agencies
addressing the needs and supported the advancement of the underserved communities,
immigrants ,-youth_and ummen_
EDUCATION
BA Philosophy Seminado Saint Thomas of Aquinas Dominican Republic
MA Human Services Springfield College (Candidate) New Hampshire
SPECIAL. APPOINTMENTS AND AFFILIATIONS
Miami Springs JAirport Area Chamber of Commerce
Lawrence Cultural Alliance
Lawrence Airport Commission
• UNESCO Associated Schools Project/ Latin America- Caribbean
- NAACP Massachusetts
Menimack'Valley Economic Development Council
Hispanic American Chamber of Commerce (Boston/ Lawrence).
MIAMI SPRINGS AIRPORT AREA
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the residents of Miami Springs will always be remembered and appreciated. He .
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Trb:tur.r
ArlDne t3. SDUZI. if
Cbns
T4 WROM IT MAY CONCERN
Robert J. LuonQo
EreC64" Dlorwor
Mr. Octavien Spanner workod under my supervision as the Director of Dow•ntow n
Development and as Acting Director of the Lawrence Small Business Assistance Center
for the City oFLawrence, 244 from April 2000 until my departure in September 2001.
He continued in those positions until .April 2002.
During the course of his employment Mr. Spanner served as the City's primary advocate
for small business entrepreneurs and provided lradershb to the downtown rei talization
initiative. His work bwlt the foundation for a strategic, planning process that Ied to
implemnitable goah;.
lv�TSpanncrimpressod�'tsi c`• tilf =suer an ere tyre edema -Pct
made a positive impact on a diverse minority business community. Mr. Spanner brought
problems with credible, solutions to the table. I have known him to be hith]y muti��atcd
acid eager to take on new challenges.
I strongly feel that Mr. Spanner Nvould be a positive asset to any organization crnside-ring
This individual for employment and has my enthusiastic recommendation.
Please Peel free to contact me afthe above number if I can provide further inforrnation to
you about 1Ir. Spanner.
,' czrel�r,
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TZr�hert .. Luorg7
DeparbWMt or
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To whom it may concern
Oranjcmd, May 7,1999
The Department of Foreign Affairs of Aruba hereby certifies brat Mr. Octavien A. Spanner
worked for the Government of Aruba, as policy advisor to the lvIinister of Social Affairs and
Culttual Affairs from September 1994 till May 1998.
During tins period :Mfr. Spawner was also Secretary General to the I,1ational UNESCO
Commission of Aruba.
If in need of any further information, please do not hesitate to contact the Department by
phone (011){297)- 834705 orby facsimile (011)4297}-834550.
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Dep
Fairs
LAWRENCE MAIN STREETS, INC.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
June 27, 2002
Mr. Octavien Spanner
1300 St. Charles Place
Suite 603
Pembroke Pines, FL 33026
Dear Octavicn:
The Board of Directors of Lawrence Main Streets Incorporated would like to express their sincerest
gratitude for the extraordinary work you have performed during your tenure as Director of Downtown
Development. Without your leadership we could not have moved along through the political and funding
process during the start -up phase of the organization. Your enthusiasm, organization, and guidance are
greatly appreciated by the board. Please know that your efforts continue to resonate in the organization as J
we prepare for our next phase of growth. Cr
Sincerely, , r .4 / • G
J
$uigno Fispaillpt i Siltierio J 'o Pina
N zario Esquc� Lenny •Degnzn — . Raphael Gomez
re
"i 2y1c Rivep Gildi Duran Andrew Zappala
1%faggu Super Sam Abdel
Carmine DiAdamo
Dared Lacroix
2T6 ESSEX STREET
LAWRENCE, MA
TEL: (9T8) 686 -2072
Lury IN-lane
.4na Cepeda ..
Unit,d yslionc l.dt:c:lllomd. Scienlitic al:d t. uhr.ral
01- onismicu, du, Wadom Unics pallr 1'Mucilticn:. h) sciLnc. ,i la C aline
1T). 1 Q .1unc l 998
TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN
Mr Oot -tvian 'Spanner was the lineal point *of t11e Aruh:l National Commission fctir
UNBC O fur u period of libout three Years. As the person in charge of UNES'W's
Soo.don for Relations with Small and Island Member Stalv.- including Amba. 1 bud the
pleasure of working ciosc:ly with him at various olxaslons
1 am pica mud to stale that Mr. Spanner always cnnduc4od hi: business with the
Organization in a llilritly :;atisractor\' manner. At meetings of thv, Caribbean region and
on my miCgion W his L' entry, i invariably notwed his inlcllect ial. gkil)s as 14th us his
pirfms' ionalism in dealing with the issues at hand. His expertise in orglmiAng
workshops and seminars arc: c;innmendiible; so is the tmobstrtlsive manner in which he
munagm, his staff. which contribuics to a harmonious working onvironlnent.
i can recommend r.. panncr Willi till c � f> zl�rs�1— ;u�r— tv�n-inced— t�r�t- 1��i1a
measure up to idnyone's expcetations.
Ur. Andre p
t'lliei;
Seclion lbr Relations with Small Mrmbcr States
Wircau for Emma) Rol utions
llontal AddrDsm . 7. pla= dr. %Pmmnc . 753:: 1'xri.0? RP: 1,71M,011'37 573: 17M C...ciLa F
1 Ilex : 21Mdc;! 1'nt:t /?706(: i'mic - Gemril ?c}cplimc . - (33.;145.66.1 t)M . Datct tin: (33.1 W5(,R.1 7 48
etn)rnl Fea: 1;41 1) 45.67-169D- D,rxl.F tx U.1.1).4509 55.311
RBtkpnc*
TO HQM IT MAY CONCERN
It gives me much pleasure to testify that Mr. Octavian A. SPANNER, Senior
Polley Advisor on Social Affsirs for the Government of Aruba and Secnetsry- General of
the Aruba National Commission for UNESCO, has shown an exceptional competence
in organizational skills particularly when 1 was entrusted with the responsibility for the
holding of a seminar in Aruba during April I N7 for new and exleting UNESCO National
Commisisons.
Mr. SPANNER's approach to his varied and complex obligations•are pragmatic
and very professions . e. his —an-9x Sent intellectuals pacify and a pleasant
personality. His determined character and deep sense of duty make him a real asset
to rely upon.
o
d
A. Larraurl
Director
Division for Decentraiiiation and
Coordination of Field Offices
Bureau for External Relations
Vatp coermoo^dant 7. pb= de rentenoy
MIN Nuis 07 SP Frarr.:
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FL%. (13 t) AS 6? 16 90
Radio Nederland Training Centre
To wham J may concern
MEEMME
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For Radio. Television
and the Press
A division o!
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Radio,Netbeilands-
International
Recommendation of mr.aetavien spanner
Hilversum, 10 June 1998
P.O. Box 303
1200 AH Hilversum
The Netherlands
Witte Kruislaan 55
Genrral Manager's Offi
Tel ; -313567241
+31 35-624 71
Fax; +31 -5 672 4!
a•marl: seu.rnlcOmtcs
Training Centre Hilvers
Tel.: T31 35 672 4!
Fax: T31 35 672 4!
e-mail, sea centrehsumOr
This is to declare that I have had the pleasure of working
• •; ~ z —sari. Oc- t- av-ien— Spanner -,—1 k- not —rn- -r Spa a -r
approximately 10 years. Radio Nederland Training Centre,
the international media institute of Radio Netherlands
International, specialised in the application of media in
communicationprocesses related to development and education,
co- operated with mr.Spanner in projects on the island of
Aruba. The contributions to the projects of mr..Spanner
showed professionalism and`disciplined . tenac2ty in achieving
the objectives "of-,our respective organisations. I wits
impressed by mr.Spanner's organisational skills as he
applied them under frequently difficult circumstances..
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Apartadc 33 s31)tO Domingo, Rep. Dom.
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I- -
SPANNER ALPHOSE NONERE: OCTAVIEN
Nationalidad: Cedula o Pasaporte:
Jost. Acadeaica de Procedeach:
CLAVF ASIG14ATURA CI? CAL LET CLAVE ASIGNATURA CR CI
------ - -- •••... Periodo 1-94 -BS •..... - -- - -- - -- FIL -433 IKTROD. A LA ESIVICA 2 +
ET-205 ANTROPRONA CRISTIANA 2 92 A FIL-469 FILOSOFIA DEL LERGUAJE 2
FIL-121 INTRDD. A LA FILOSDFIA 3 87 B LEN -101 LATIN 1 4 .`
HG -101 FUKDAMEKIO DE LA CULTURA OCCIDENTAL 70 C. HAT -101. NATEHATICA UKIVERSITARIA 1 5 7
LET -101 ESPAW 1 4 65 D TSS -333 ANTROPROGIA CULTURAL -
LET -305 LITERATURA UNIVERSAL 3 72 C - INDICE-> Seaestral: 1.5 Acululado: 2.1
ORI-101 DRIEKTACIDN ACADENICA 1 100 A
TSS -234 METOODLO6IA 1NVESINACION CIENIIFICA 3 81 B -- --- --- ••••.. Periodo 1-86.87 ...... --- --
- I ND I CE- > Seaestral: 2.4 Acululado: 2.4 FIL -322 COSMOLO6IA 3 c
FIL -326 NISTDRIA FILOSOFIA 11 5 c
- - - - -- - -- ••• - -- Periodo 2.84-65 --- - -- - - - FIL -426 111SIDRIA FILOSDFICA IY 5 7
ET -209 DDCTRINA SOCIAL 16LESIA 2 65 D FIL-461 INTRDD. PERSAN. LATINDAN. 2 b
F IL-123 IKICA 3 82 B HG -271 NISTDRIA IDEAS POI. T SDC. 3 7
HG -104 MIST.• CULTURA DOMIKICAKA 2 70 C LEN -102 LATIN 11 4 { 5
HG--123 NISTDRIA DOMINICAKA 4 96 A HAT -102 NATEMATICA UKIVERSITARIA 11 5 I 7
1.ET -lU2 ESPAirDL 11 4 70 C MAT -402 ROCIONES DE ESIADISIICA 5
LET -201 MEDICS DE COMKUNICACION SOCIAL 2 84 8 - INMCE-> Satstral: 1.6 AcululadD: 2.0
LET -377 LITERATURA HISPANOAMERICANA 3 65 D
-1 ND eriodo- 21i -8 --
FIL -524 CORRIENTES ACT. OE FILOSOFIA { 2 6
-- -- - - -_ ••• - -- Periodo 1.85-86 ...... --- - - - - -- FIL -525 TESTS 0
ED-224 SICDLD6IA DE LA PERSONALIDAD 3 81 B LEN -101. LATIN 1 { 4 {
FIL-124 TEORIA DEL CONOCINIEKID 5 92 B - INDICE - > Seaestral: 1.7 Acululado: 2.0 l
FTI. -226 METAFISICA S 70 C I
FIL-719 E11CA 5 75 C =- - - -- - -- •••... Periodo 1-6819 -• -••• - •- -•
f IL ••325 KISIORIA DE LA FILDSOFIA 1 5 70 C LET -291 LIIERAIURA DDKIKICANA a'
'I S8 -201 FUKDAMEKIDS Di SCCIOLOSIA 5 37 6 -INDICE - :• Seaestral: 3.0 Aeululade: 2.0
-• I t4D T C E -> Seaestral: 1.5 Acululado: 2.4
-- - - - - -- •••... Periodo 1-88-69 ...... -- ---
Periodo 2.85.86 --- --- --- EC -203 FUKDAMEMTDS DE ECONOMIA
- - - - - -- ..... 3 ;
ED-223 FUNDAKENIOS DE S1C01O61A 5 i 6 C FIL -511 SENINARIO INVEST. STD. ICMAS = 7t
Fit. -.521 IEOLNIA NATURAL 4 34 B FIL -521 SEN. INVEST. (MARX)
{ FTL -421 EUCA SOCIAL 5 6 8'j D TSS -417 INIR. SDCIEDAD DOM. CORTENP. t�C
F IL -523 AKTROPOLDSIA FILOSOFICA { 5 65 D - INDICE-> Seaestral: 2.2 Acululado: 2.D
- TND10E -> Saestral: 1 . 7 Acululado: 2.3 * * * * * * * ** D E B A I D NO R A Y E S C R 1 1 0
• -- - - - - -- ...... Periodo 1.66 -87 ...... - -- - - - - --
F I L -424 111OSDFIA DE LA KISIORIA 2 65 D
FIL-425 MIST. DE LA FILDSOFIA 111 5 75 C
FIL -431 FILOSOFIA DE LA CIENCIA 2 30 B
LET PUNT CALIF I - >Incompleto
tr,�•, 4 90 -100 LE -•:Extraordinar io
3 80 -89. - :Satisfactoria. (Sin
:c;rA. cE a�wh C " 2 70 -79 ON Conva T idada
_ �D 1 60 -69 CAL. APROBATGRIA
Sworn 7r211l2t0r
Y.A. WILLIAMS
Aruba, It].: 23152
FACULTY OF PHILOSOPHY
bciditd Tcrtalcr
SUBJECT -- CREDTTrS— Fi K—LETTER 1 -84 -85
ET -205
CHRISTIAN ANTHROPOLOGY
FIL -121
INTRODUCTION TO PHILOSOPHY
HG -101
FOUND. WESTERN CULTURE
LET- 101
SPANISH I
LET -305
UNIVERSAL LITERATURE
ORI -101
ACADEMIC - ORIENTATION
TSS -234
INVESTIGATIVE METHODOLOGY
AVERAGE
Semester :2,4 CaThined :2,4
Period 2 -84-85
FIL -123
LOGIC
HG -104.
HISTORY DOMINICAN CULTURE
HG -123
DOMINICAN HISTORY
LET -102
SPANISH II
LET -201
SOCIAL MEDIA
LET -377
SPANISH AMERICAN L-IT.
AVERAGE
Semester :2,6 Combined :2,5
FIL -124 THEORY OF SCIENCE
FIL -319 ETHICS
FIL -325 HISTORY OF PHILOSOPHY I
TSS -201 PRINCIPLES OF SOCIOLOGY
AVERAGE Semester :2,0 Canbined :2,3
Period 2 -85 -86
ED -223 PRINCIPLES OF PSYCHOLOGY
FIL -421 SOCIAL ETHICS
FIL -523 PHILOSOPHICAL ANTHROPOLOGY
AVERAGE Semester :1,7 Canbined :2,2
Period 1 -86 -87
ED -224 PERSONALITY PSYCO.
F11-2.26 METAPHYSICS
FIL -425 HISTORY OF PHILOSOPHY III
FIL -461 INTRO. LATIN -AMER. REASONING
AVERAGE Semester :2,1 Canbined :2,2
2 92
A
3 87
B
3 70
C
4 65
D
3 72
C
1 100
A.
3 81
B
3 82
B
2 70
C
4 96
A
4 70
C
2 84
B
3 65
D
5 82
B
5 75
C
5 19
F
5 87
B
5 76 C.
5 68 D'
5 70 C
3 81 B
5 70 C
5 75 C
2 61 D
Seal of sworn translator
Ramon Todd Dandar6 M.A.
posed signature
Voor getrouwe vertaling
TranSlation certified correct
SEMI.NARIO PONTIFICIO, SANTO TOMAS DE AQUINO
APARTADO 63 - TEL:532-1.33D/ Fax 532.6266
SANTO DOMINGO, REPUBLICA DOMINICANA
DF 8/98
CERTIFICACION DE ESTUDIOS REALIZADOS
El que suscribe, Decano de Filosofia dol Seminario Pontificio Santo Tomas de Aquino, Santo
Domingo, D.N., Republica Dominicans, CERTIRCA quo 'el Sr. OCTAVIEN SPANNER
ALPHOSE, Matricula 84 -075, curso ocho (8) semestres on la Facultad de Filosofia do estc
Centro de Estudios Superiores, aflado a la Universidad Catolica Madre y Maestra, amparado on
la Rcpi blica Dominicana bajo la Loy 3936, Gaceta Oficial Afio LXXV, N17749, dcl 25 do
scpticmbre del afio mil novecientos cincuenta y cuatro (1954).
1 Para que conste, firmo y sello esta CERTIRCACION on la ciudad de Santo Domingo, D. N.,
RTp-lbh` a moot, e1 mesde mayo d�tIiis mil novecientos n
(1998).
P. ulio Ma tiIlo
15ecano de Filosofia
Or- b5 MARIO
SAKTD DE lz
Oy 1CY.,AS DE AQUINO
`•...r n mow..
PONTIFICIA UNIVERSIDAD CATQLICA MADRE Y MAESTRA
Santo Domingo. Republica Dominicana
RECINTO SANTO TOMAS DE AQUINO
05cina del Rector
A QUIEN PUEDA INTERESAR
Sirva la presente para certificar que, mediante Decreto No.
1509/86/26, de fecha 9 de septiembre del ano 1987, La Con -
gregaci6n para la Educaci5n Cat6lica erigi6 can6nicamente
a la Universidad Cat6lica Madre y Maestra con el'titulo de.
PONTIFICIA.
s a c e r i i c a c l o e rdw-err'ra'-Ctudad d -
mingo, a los diecinueve dias del mes de mayo del a'no mil
novecientos ochenta y nueve. ,z
t
• !„ t
Morrs ":�• o Nunez C.
„i'„ ector
18942 NW 10th Place
Miami, FL 33169
Phone (305) 655 -3389
Email:- SJacRay@aolcom
i-JM.L LLALM. i\M. r ZL LVi LrL
Objective To obtain a public management position in an organization that will promote
the utilization of managerial,, analytical, leadership, decision - making,
communication, and presentation skills.
Education Florida International University Miami.- FL
Master of Public Administration, December 2000 '
Florida International University Miami, FL
Bachelor of Business Administration, August 1993
Professional 11/97-Present Miami Dade Office of Community
Eqxdence & Economic Development Miami, FL
Administer Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and Home
�nvestmerit Partnecs1#p Program (HOME) grant funds on behalf of the U.SL
Department of Housing and Urbran Dm-dopment: (I-IUD) for compliance
Supervise strategic planning process, policy analysis, project, managemen—IL
and ted� consdItatim for economic development, historic preservatim,
public service activities t� bma law-to-moderate income individuals
dirough the development of viable urban 10HP&
Manage multiple prcjects, define and modify project specifications, monitor
budget oxrq)Hance, and review performance -- -asurewents.for projects
totaling gg' r- sum of milhm doll= 1 1
Compose � assigmients, comprehensive plan and prcject
fbr action by the Department Director, County Manager,
Nfhmi-Dade Board of County Commissioners, and. citizert advisory
u 1 ■ 1 ■lam,
Develop strategic -area plans and prioritize goals through c•• • ati of
nezeiborhood meetings.
Assist c=nmunity residents, commiz:nity development corporations,
consultants, co" departments, and municipalities with the design of grant
• • • • .1 • the development -1 • I■ • J■ J r ■ • of projects.
A nalyze and evaluate Request For Applic:ations (RFA) and Request For
Proposals 1• select projects ■ • • ress neighbofliood strategic needs.
Direct .1 • review cantract compliance, financial • .■ • performance
• ■- of ■ • -• agmxies.
Sandra J. Raymond Page 2 of 2
• Manage coordinatim of irtter-deparftnental. research, planning studies, and
Community Redevelopment Agency proposals.
• Supervise seven staff members in the area of enviranniental protection
■ . • J/ J
11/93-11/97 Miami-Dade Transit Agency Miami, FL
juniorPlanner
• Analyzed and developed statistical data related fn the performance of the
transit system to assess departmental strategic needs and service levels.
• Produced, analyzed, reported, and managed agency perfomiaru�e
information to meet the federal and state reporting guidelines of the National
Transit Database (NTD), Center for Urban Transportation. Research (CUTR)
database, and American Public Transit Association (APTA) ridership report
• Developed and maintained reports, surveys, and graphics of ridership trends
for the Metrobus, Metrorai1, Metromover, and Special Transportation
Services.
Generated the Metro-Dade Transit Agency Rider-1-dp Technical Reporl�
as a tool fbr n monthly performance c r.■ ■w
Assisted diman. 1 ■ analysis of budgiet and grant related projects,
Conducted internal audit of Metrobus Contracted Service oTmdilures.
• •'• (�_ SIR �': .�• e • r: ••• • • 7• ••r ■•
4/92-10/93. Metro -Dade Deparbnent of justice Assistance Miami, FL
justice Planner I (totemsbip)
■ . Analyzed statistical data related to the criminal justice system to assess
strategic resource needs.
Utilized the Dade justice improvement Model (DADEJR I) to perform cost=
benefit analyses and alternative case scenarios.
Updated DADEJW database within a UNDO environment:
• Generated reports related to crime statistics for the chief Judge, courts, and
various police municipalities.
• Obtained, compiled, and analyzed budget information from local
municipalities.
■ rw ; Cmistructicin Administration; Canstruction. Mixed-
Use
Cmaputrr r• • • • Excel, Power Point Access, Outlook; •■ • • Pro,
Skills •. X Approach; Windows; and Internet
1001
Wohwj au Ak- ighbahood n Grew r4aw to Lne, ftrA and Ways'
CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI
INTER- OFFICE MEMORANDUM
To: Honorable Chair Date: December 4, 2003
and SMCRA Board
/A�
i
From: Maria Davis �� Subject: Agenda Item # .
Executive Director •CRA Board Meeting 12/8/03
Payment of 2003 Taxes
REQUEST
A RESOLUTION OF THE SOUTH MIAMI COMMUNITY. REDEVELOPMENT
AGENCY, ( SMCRA) AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO DISBURSE
$9,603.97 FROM ' ITS ACCOUNT #610 - 1.110- 554 -99 -20 PAYABLE TO THE MIAMI -
DADE TAX COLLECTOR TO PAY 2003 AD VALOREM TAXES LEVIED ON THE
MOBELY PROPERTY AT 5825 SW 68Th STREET
BACKGROUND AND ANALYSIS
Due to an existing tenant lease arrangement with Storks Avenue, a for profit company, the
SMCRA is currently assessed ad valorem taxes on the referenced property. The current amount
of taxes due is covered by the lease amount collected by the City of South Miami. Due to the
Miami -Dade Tax Collector's schedule of discounts for early payments, it is prudent to pay the
taxes due during the earliest, and most generous, discount period.
RECOMMENDATION
Your approval is recommended.
RESOLUTION NO. CRA XX- XX -XXX.
A RESOLUTION OF THE SOUTH MIAMI COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT
AGENCY ( SMCRA) AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO DISBURSE
$9,603.97 FROM ITS ACCOUNT #610 - 1110 - 554 -99 -20 PAYABLE TO THE MIAMI -
DADE TAX COLLECTOR TO PAY 2003 AD VALOREM TAXES LEVIED ON THE
MOBELY PROPERTY AT 5825 SW 68"" STREET
WHEREAS, the SMCRA is required to pay ad valorem taxes on the property located at
5825 SW 68'x' Street due to a commercial lease currently in effect; and
WHEREAS, the Agency desires to reduce its expenditures by taking advantage of the
discount offered by Miami -Dade County for early payment of ad valorem taxes.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SOUTH MIAMI COMMUNITY
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY:
Section 1. The Executive Director is hereby authorized to disburse the discounted
tax amount of $9,603.97 from its account #610-1110-554-99-20, payable to'the Miami -Dade Tax
Collector.
Section 2. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon approval.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this day of , 2003.
ATTEST:
SECRETARY
READ AND APPROVED AS TO FORM:
GENERAL COUNSEL
APPROVED:
CHAIRPERSON
Board Vote:
Chairperson -Feliu:
Vice Chairperson Russell:
Board Member Bethel:
Board Member Birts- Cooper:
Board Member McCrea:
Board Member Kelly:
Board Member Wiscombe:
•
2,003. Miami -Dade County, Florida
SEAL ESTATE PROPERTY ZAXES
NOTICE OF-AD VALOREM TAXES AND NON -AD VALOREM ASSESSMENT'
SEE REVERSE SIDE FOP. MORE INFORMATION 155413
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8.41800
369,027
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0.68200
369,027
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Florida Inland Navigation Dist
0.03850
369,027
14.21
South Florida Water Mgmt District
0.59700
369,027
220.31
Everglades Construction Project
0.10000
369,027
36.90
Childrens Trust Authority
0.50000
369,027
184.51
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5.96900
369,027
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0.28500
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105.17
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0.48600
369,027
179.35
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2.58200
369,027
952.83
Fire Rescue Debt Service
0.07900
369,027
29.15
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7.37300
369,027
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