MB Magazine Spring 2013: Vol. 8 No. 3 by City of Miami Beach

SPRING/primavera 2013

REPORT TO THE COMMUNITY INFORME A LA COMUNIDAD HOW TO CROSS THE STREET SAFELY CÓMO CRUZAR LA CALLE THERE'S MUSIC IN THE AIR HAY MÚSICA EN EL AIRE RECREATION REVIEW GUíA DE RECREACIÓN 1

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

ASSISTANT CITY MANAGER FOR COMMUNICATIONS Mark Taxis

06 AT YOUR SERVICE / PARA SERVIRLE

Convention center district plans | Respect The Scene | Road Closures

Editor-IN-CHIEF Nannette Rodriguez

Planes para el centro de convencione | respeta la escena | carreteras cerradas 09 CULTURAL CORNER / ESQUINA CULTURAL

Design DIRECTOR Camilo Rojas-Lavado

Poems and songs all over the beach. / Poemas y canciones por toda la playa.

Designer Jackie Gonzalez

12 NEXT GENERATION / PRÓXIMA GENERACIÓN

First aid essentials in youth terms.

Contributing Writers Ivette Diaz Shari Holbert-Lipner Millie McFadden Yudy Piniero Dr. Leslie Rosenfeld

Elementos esenciales de primeros auxilios en términos juveniles. 15 YOUR SPACE / SU ESPACIO

Keeping our animal population in check. Keeping our animal population in check.

Contributing PHOTOGRAPHERs Luis Almeida Jackie Gonzalez Dr. Leslie Rosenfeld Elizabeth Wheaton

18 FEATURE: ANNUAL REPORT / INFORME ANUAL

Our Journey to Excellence Continues Nuestro Camino a la Excelencia Continúa 26 SAFETY FIRST / SEGURIDAD PÚBLICA

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New stormwater drains for rainy season. Nuevos drenajes para la temporada de lluvias.

29 SINCE YOU ASKED / USTED PREGUNTÓ

Dade Boulevard project & beach renourishment Projecto en Dade Boulevard y renovación de la playa 30 PLANNED PROGRESS / PROGRESO PLANIFICADO

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Pedestrians vs. drivers: Whose turn is it? Los que caminan contra los conductores: A quién le toca?

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32 GREEN SPACE / ESPACIO ECOLÓGICO

CityofMiamiBeach THE WHEELs aRE TuRNINg TRAnSPORTE En ACCIón

The path to a greener tomorrow.

LENdINg a HELPINg HaNd AYudAndO A LA COMunIdAd IndIGEnA WINTER/inVierno 2013

El camino hacia un futuro más verde.

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36 HEALTH AND FITNESS / SALUD Y APTITUD

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MB magazine is produced quarterly by the Office of Communications. The publication of an advertisement does not imply endorsement of any product, service or opinion by the City of Miami Beach, its employees or officials. • Revista MB es producida cada cuatro meses por la Oficina de Comunicaciones. To request this material in accessible format, sign language interpreters, information on access for persons with disabilities, and/or any accommodation to review any document or participate in any city-sponsored proceeding, please contact 305.604.2489 (voice) or 305.673.7218 (TTY) five days in advance to initiate your request. TTY users may also call 711 (Florida Relay Service). • Para solicitar esta publicación en un formato accesible, pida intérpretes de lenguaje de signos, solicite información sobre acceso para personas discapacitadas, si requiere cualquier ayuda para revisar cualquier documento y/o para participar en cualquier proceso patrocinado por la ciudad, comuníquese con el Centro de Informacion de la Ciudad por teléfono, 305.604.2489 (voz), o 305.673.7218 (TTY) de ser posible con 5 días de anticipación. También al 711 para comunicarse con el Servicio de Relay de La Florida.

MAYOR Matti Herrera Bower 305.673.7035 mayorbower@miamibeachfl.gov Current Term 2011—2013 First elected 1999 Profession Mayor Commissioner Jorge R. Exposito

Commissioner Michael C. Góngora

Commissioner Jerry Libbin

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305.673.7103 michael@miamibeachfl.gov Current Term 2009—2013 First elected 06-07, Group V Profession Attorney

305.673.7106 jerry@miamibeachfl.gov Current Term 2009—2013 First elected 2005, Group I Profession COC CEO

Commissioner Edward L. Tobin

Commissioner Deede Weithorn

Commissioner Jonah Wolfson

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CITY MANAGER’S MESSAGE CARTA DEL ADMINISTRADOR In November, I submitted my name for the city manager position because I realized Miami Beach needed someone who truly cares about city to step up for this important Jimmy L. Morales role. I thank the mayor and commissioners for giving me this opportunity to serve you. This city is very special to me. As a native son, I am a product of its neighborhoods, parks system and public schools. That is why I am honored and excited to be coming back home at a critical time to provide the kind of executive leadership this city needs to usher Miami Beach government into a new era of excellence, cooperation and progress. It is with tremendous humility that I pledge to the residents of this community that I am here solely as an experienced administrator who is determined to restore your trust in government with a focus on integrity, accountability, transparency and customer service. We all want our city to prosper, which is why I plan to work with the commission and you – the residents – to implement your vision for the future of Miami Beach. The challenge is to strike the right balance between growth and preservation of our residential neighborhoods and history. Together, we accomplish great things. As we head into the summer months, and prepare for budget season, we remain committed to providing residents with the best services at the lowest cost to taxpayers. We will also need to tackle the convention center project and address the challenges posed by rising sea levels. I have a huge task ahead of me, but I look forward to it. Now, let’s all work together to remind the world that Miami Beach continues to be the best city to live, work, learn and play.

En noviembre, me presenté como candidato al cargo de administrador de la ciudad, consciente de que Miami Beach necesitaba en este puesto importante a una persona que realmente se interesara por la ciudad. Agradezco al alcalde y a los miembros de la Comisión por darme la oportunidad de trabajar a su servicio. Miami Beach es muy especial para mí. Como hijo nativo de la ciudad, soy producto de sus barrios, sus parques y sus escuelas públicas. Por eso, me siento honrado y animado de volver a casa en un momento clave para brindar el tipo de liderazgo ejecutivo que requiere la ciudad a fin de guiar al gobierno de Miami Beach hacia una nueva era de excelencia, cooperación y progreso. Con toda humildad, afirmo ante los residentes el compromiso de que estoy aquí sólo como un administrador experimentado que tiene la determinación de restablecer su confianza en el gobierno, teniendo como centro de enfoque la integridad, la responsabilidad, la transparencia y el servicio. Todos queremos que nuestra ciudad prospere, y es la razón por la cual pienso trabajar con la Comisión y con ustedes —los residentes— a fin de hacer realidad su visión para el futuro de Miami Beach. El reto es lograr el equilibrio adecuado entre crecimiento y conservación de nuestra historia y nuestros barrios residenciales. Juntos, logramos grandes cosas. Mientras nos acercamos a la temporada de verano y nos preparamos para las sesiones de discusión del presupuesto, seguimos comprometidos a prestar a los residentes los mejores servicios, que supongan el menor costo para los contribuyentes. Debemos abordar también el proyecto del centro de convenciones y encarar los desafíos que plantea el crecimiento de los niveles marítimos. Me espera una labor de envergadura, pero estoy listo para asumirla. Ahora, los invito a que trabajemos todos juntos para recordarle al mundo que Miami Beach sigue siendo la mejor ciudad para vivir, trabajar, aprender y entretenerse.

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RESIDENTS WITH PERKS From free events to discounted programs, the City of Miami Beach offers residents the perks they deserve to live, work and play in our lively community. Go to miamibeachfl.gov and click on “Residents” for a list of more perks.

RESIDENTES CON BENEFICIOS La Ciudad de Miami Beach le ofrece a sus residents los beneficios que ellos se merecen para vivir, trabajar y divertirse en nuestra dinámica ciudad. Visite miamibeachfl.gov y presione la opción “Residentes” para ver más beneficios desde eventos especiales a programas descontados y mucho más.

ONE STOP SHOP OPENS / ABRE CENTRO DE SERVICIOS

1755 Meridian Avenue | City Hall Garage Building

Several city services such as licensing, resort tax, liens, utility billing and parking permit operations have merged in order to bring you better customer service. The customer service center is conveniently located on the corner of Meridian Avenue and 18 Street and is open 8:30 a.m. until 6 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Varios servicios de la ciudad como licencias, impuestos, y permiso de estacionamiento se han unido para ofrecer el mejor servicio al cliente. El centro de servicio está situado en la esquina de Meridian Avenue y la calle 18 y abre desde las 8:30 a.m. hasta las 6 p.m. del lunes al viernes.

EXPANSION OF MIAMI BEACH CONVENTION / DISTRITO DE CONVENCIONES CENTER DISTRICT

Public input is essential to the process of developing the proposed 52-acre Miami Beach Convention Center District, which is in Phase II. At this stage, the two top qualified teams have created preliminary plans for the convention center district through the collection of thoughts and ideas from residents and officials. The City Commission will host several meetings in May. A decision on which team will proceed to the next phase is expected as early as June 5 at the City Commission meeting. Los comentarios del público son esencial para el proceso de planificar el distrito de convenciones de Miami Beach. En esta etapa, los dos equipos preseleccionados para crear planes preliminares para el distrito escuchan las ideas de los residentes y oficiales para desarrollar esos planes. La Comisión tendrá varias reuniones en mayo para debatir las propuestas. Se espera una decisión tan pronto como el 5 de junio en la reunión de la Comisión.

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2013 Commission Meetings Reuniones de la comisión

CONSTRUCTION ALERT / ALERTA DE TRANSITO

Commission meetings are generally held monthly in the City Commission Chambers (third floor, City Hall, 1700 Convention Center Drive) on Wednesdays, unless otherwise indicated, at 9:00 a.m.

Allow extra time to reach your destination now that the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) has begun improvement projects along Alton Road between 5 Street and Michigan Avenue and Collins Avenue between 5 Street and Lincoln Road. Expect lane closures, detours, and occasional closures of on-street parking areas. Some nightime work may be necessary.

Permite más tiempo para llegar a su destino ahora que el departamento de transporte de la Florida (FDOT) ha comenzado proyectos para mejorar Alton Road entre 5 ST y Michigan Avenue y Collins Avenue entre 5 ST y Lincoln Road. Se puede esperar cierres de vías y de vez en cuando se cerrara las zonas de parqueo a lo largo de la calle.

For detailed project and road closure information, visit www.fdotmiamidade.com or contact Public Information Specialist Heather Leslie at 305.905.5876 or Heather@hmlpublicoutreach. com. Call 511 for live traffic updates.

Para más detalles sobre el proyecto, visite www. fdotmiamidade.com o comuníquese con Heather Leslie, la especialista de relaciones públicas, en 305.905.5876 o Heather@hmlpublicoutreach. com. Llame al 511 pa ra actualizaciones de tráfico en vivo.

Live telecasts of the Commission meetings are closed captioned in English (cc) and Spanish (cc3).

2013Schedule MAY 8 | 22* JUNE 5 JULY 17 august RECESS september 11 october 16 november 13 december 11

*Denotes alternate meeting dates

In anticipation of thousands of visitors descending on our beautiful city this Memorial Day Weekend, The City of Miami Beach has been planning diligently to implement a comprehensive and coordinated Major Events Plan (MEP).

Meetings live & replays Reuniones en vivo y repeticiones

Respeta La Escena La ciudad de Miami Beach ha estado planeando un plan de eventos especialmente para controlar los miles de visitantes que descienden en nuestra bella ciudad durante el fin de semana de Memorial Day.

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! p o P s! a Z ¡ Interactive art and musical performances are sweeping the nation. Last month, you may have seen poems in the sky and musical parades in our streets. Funded by the Miami Beach Cultural Affairs Program, these type

Los espectáculos musicales y artísticos interactivos son el giro que se está extendiendo en el país. El mes pasado, habrán visto poemas en el cielo y desfiles musicales en las calles. Financiados por el

of free events invite locals and visitors to interact and participate in

Consejo de Asuntos Culturales, estos tipos de programas gratuitos

the cultural invasion.

continúan y invitan a residentes y visitantes a interactuar y participar

“In partnership with our board, the Cultural Affairs Council, we grant

en la invasión cultural.

these types of innovative, interactive events in an effort bring art and

“En colaboración con nuestra junta, el Consejo de Asuntos Culturales,

culture – in this case poetry and music – to the people, instead of

apoyamos este tipo de eventos interactivos e innovadores, en un

the other way around,” said Miami Beach Cultural Affairs Program

esfuerzo por llevar hacia la gente el arte y la cultura —en este caso,

Manager Gary Farmer. “We want to make culture accessible to

la música y la poesía—, en lugar de lo contrario”, comenta Gary

everyone on Miami Beach, not just the cultural audience.”

Farmer, director del programa de Asuntos Culturales de Miami

The Cultural Affairs Program in the Department of Tourism and Cultural Development serves as an invaluable resource for Miami

Beach. “Queremos que la cultura esté al alcance de toda la gente de Miami Beach, y no únicamente de la audiencia cultural.”

Beach. Working closely with the Cultural Arts (CAC), an advisory

El programa de Asuntos Culturales del Departamento de Turismo y

board founded in 1997, the program sustains, develops and supports

Desarrollo Cultural es un recurso invaluable para Miami Beach. En

the arts in Miami Beach for the enjoyment, education, enrichment

estrecha colaboración con el Consejo de Artes Culturales (CAC),

and benefit of residents and visitors.

una junta asesora fundada en 1997, el programa desarrolla y apoya

The City of Miami Beach makes an ongoing commitment in excess of $6.5 million annually, which includes cultural grants funds, to

las artes en Miami Beach, para beneficio, disfrute, aprendizaje y enriquecimiento de los residentes y visitantes.

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support programming and operations of artistic organizations in

La Ciudad de Miami Beach mantiene un compromiso constante

this community. This year, the CAC awarded $650,000 to 43 arts

superior a 6.5 millones de dólares por año (que incluye fondos

organizations for cultural programming in Miami Beach and six

para subvenciones culturales), para respaldar la programación y las

smaller arts groups received a total of $30,000.

operaciones de organizaciones artísticas en nuestra comunidad. Este

One of this year’s recipients: O, Miami, a traveling poetry festival dedicated to weaving traditional readings with innovative poetryin-public-places projects into the fabric of a city. Produced by the

año, el CAC otorgó 650,000 dólares a 43 organizaciones artísticas para programación cultural en Miami Beach, y seis grupos artísticos más pequeños recibieron un total de 30,000 dólares.

University of Wynwood with principal support provided by the John

Uno de los beneficiarios de este año ha sido O, Miami, un festival

S. and James L. Knight Foundation, O, Miami’s goal is to deliver a

de poesía itinerante dedicado a entretejer lecturas tradicionales con

poem to every single person in Miami-Dade County who wouldn’t

proyectos innovadores de poesía en lugares públicos dentro del

necessarily attend a poetry reading, but would read it if within sight.

espacio urbano. Producido por la Universidad de Wynwood con

The month-long poetry festival was held in April with three performances taking place on Miami Beach.

el apoyo principal de la Fundación John S. and James L. Knight, el festival O, Miami tiene como meta llevar un poema a cada persona del condado de Miami-Dade que no necesariamente asistiría a una

Poems written by local and visiting poets literally flew over our skies on banners and parade our streets on bicycle-size floats. “These events are designed to engage the city’s audience with contemporary poetry and all projects are free,” said Mary Heaton, the City’s grants and operations administrator.

lectura de poemas, pero sí los leería si los tuviera a la vista. El festival de poesía se realizó en abril con espectáculos en Miami Beach. “Estos eventos están pensados para implicar a la audiencia de la ciudad con la poesía contemporánea, y todos los proyectos son

More free, pop-up musical events funded by the Miami Beach

gratuitos”, señala Mary Heaton, administradora de subvenciones y

Cultural Affairs Program’s Arts Gala Grant will take place in May that

operaciones de la Ciudad.

invite audience participation.

También en mayo habrá eventos musicales relámpago gratuitos que

The Miami Piano Circle will perform classical and jazz music

invitan a la participación de la audiencia y que son financiados

selections on May 12 at SoundScape in a duo-piano format. And

a través de la subvención Arts Gala del programa de Asuntos

Next @ 19th will present an accordion invasion on May 18 in a

Culturales de Miami Beach.

parade-style performance as six to 10 accordion players emerge from The Betsy and proceed through the streets to Art Center. Contributing writer Ivette Diaz.

El 12 de mayo, en SoundScape, el Miami Piano Circle presentará piezas clásicas y de jazz interpretadas a dos pianos. El 18 de mayo, Next @ 19th presentará un espectáculo a manera de desfile en el

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que 10 acordeonistas llenarán las calles de música desde The Betsy hasta el Art Center. Con la colaboración de Ivette Diaz.

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Life Safety Program Empowers Youth Dr. Leslie Rosenfeld The Fire Department Youth Outreach program offers the following Life Safety workshops for Miami Beach youth First Aid Awareness Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (C.P.R.) Safe Sitter Program Fire Safety and Evacuation Pool and Open Water Safety Teen Anti-DUI “Cheat the Reaper” Program Injury Prevention

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As more and more parents find they have to work longer hours to make ends meet, many youth must “step in” for parents who are “stepping out.”

Blood Pressure Screenings and Awareness

The Miami Beach Fire Department’s Youth Outreach Child Passenger Safety Belt Awareness Program – part of the City’s Healthy Eating and Nutrition Education Compact – offers a variety of life safety Exercise for All presentations at recreational facilities throughout the year in an effort to improve youth safety. Youth life safety workshops provide a long-term investment for Miami Beach, helping reduce injuries and providing a safer environment for young adolescents, especially latchkey children who supervise younger siblings and friends. Seven-year-old Mia Viacava recently attended an after-school workshop for youth on first aid awareness, which took place at Flamingo Park. “I learned about blood pressure and what to do if I have a booboo, especially how to apply pressure and use a band-aid,” said Viacava, who had the opportunity to meet the firefighter paramedics.

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According to Miami Beach Fire Department officials, children who participate in these programs are more safety conscious and better prepared to handle additional responsibilities. “I am especially proud of the user-friendly format of our youth life safety workshops, the thoroughness and the community outreach benefits,” stated Fire Chief Javier Otero. “Not only do our life safety presentations have the usual first aid components, but they also provide valuable information for youth to identify and prevent situations that could lead to fires, injuries or other emergencies.” Amira McCormick, an eight-year-old who participating in the first aid program, said she feels prepared to handle emergencies. “I learned how to make an arm sling,” she said. “I now know how important it is to call 911 in an emergency.” For more information on upcoming Beach Fire Department life safety workshops for youth ages five to 18, please visit the City’s website and click on the Education tab.

Una juventud consciente da la seguridad Cada vez más familias tienen que apretarse el cinturón y trabajar por más horas. Mientras tanto, muchos chicos tienen que estar “presentes” cuando los padres están “ausentes”. El programa de participación juvenil del Departamento de Bomberos de Miami Beach, que forma parte del Paquete Educativo de la Ciudad, mejora considerablemente la seguridad de los más jóvenes y las relaciones comunitarias al ofrecer durante todo el año, en centros de recreación, una variedad de presentaciones sobre seguridad vital. Recientemente, chicos y chicas de Miami Beach participaron en un taller en Flamingo Park para aprender sobre primeros auxilios. Mia Viavaca, una pequeña de 7 años que participa en actividades extraescolares en Flamingo Park, tuvo la oportunidad de conocer a los paramédicos del cuerpo de bomberos. “Aprendí qué es la presión arterial, y qué hacer si tengo una herida; en especial, cómo aplicar presión y usar una curita”, contó Mia. La participación en estos talleres asegura que los chicos sean más conscientes de la seguridad y estén preparados para asumir más responsabilidades.

“Me siento muy orgulloso de lo abordables que son nuestros talleres de seguridad vital para los chicos, de lo completos que son y de sus beneficios al alcance de la comunidad. Nuestras presentaciones sobre seguridad vital no solo tienen los componentes habituales de primeros auxilios, sino que también brindan información valiosa a los jóvenes para identificar y prevenir situaciones que podrían provocar incendios, lesiones y otras emergencias”, compartió, Javier Otero, jefe de bomberos. “Gracias al programa de primeros auxilios, estoy mejor preparada para una emergencia, y también aprendí a hacer cabestrillos. Ahora sé lo importante que es llamar al 911 en caso de emergencia”, cuenta Amira McCormick, de 8 años. Muchos niños que ya están en edad para tener llaves de la casa cuidan activamente a amigos y hermanos menores. La participación en estos talleres de seguridad vital dirigidos a los jóvenes es una inversión a largo plazo para disminuir lesiones y brindar a los chicos de Miami Beach un entorno más seguro. Para más información sobre los próximos talleres de seguridad vital organizados por el Departamento de Bomberos para chicos de 5 a 18 años, visite el sitio web de la Ciudad y haga clic en la pestaña “Education”.

COMPACT UPDATE Miami Beach Chamber Donates to IB Program The Miami Beach Chamber of Commerce’s Education Foundation raised $10,000 from their annual golf tournament to support the International Baccalaureate (IB) program implementation. The chamber has a long history of involvement and support of education. The donation only partially funds the IB program, which is available to all Miami Beach public school students.

MB Parent Program Take time to participate in an array of parent education workshops offered in partnership with MiamiDade County Public Schools, The Parent Academy. Learn more about improving your child’s organizational skills and community/ curriculum connections. Join us for an informational workshop. May 7

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Flamingo Park | 11 ST & Jefferson Ave (PAL)

Mobile Pediatric Clinic The University of Miami Pediatric Mobile Clinic in support of

International Baccalaureate (IB) Program Authorization

the City of Miami Beach Education Compact will be visiting

As part of the City’s Education Compact, the City has funded

recreational facilities to provide comprehensive health care services

the implementation of the IB in every public school in Miami

free-of-charge to youth in our community who do not have medical

Beach. As of February 2013, all Miami Beach public schools,

insurance. The clinic will be open from 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

including neighboring Treasure Island Elementary, are IB

To make an appointment for any of the dates/times below, please

authorized World Schools.

call 305.243.6407. May 9

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May 29

Flamingo Park | 11 ST & Jefferson Ave (PAL)

June 5

North Shore Park & Youth Center | 501 72 ST

June 19 July 10 & 25

Flamingo Park | 11 ST & Jefferson Ave (PAL) City Hall | 1700 Convention Center Dr

Seeking International Information Keep your Miami Beach public schools in mind as you travel abroad and help bring the world to our local students. Bring back brochures, maps, menus, etc. Contact your home school for more details. To learn more, visit miamibeachfl.gov and click on the Education tab.

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Animales, Mascotas y Criaturas Miami Beach community loves taking care of its four-legged friends and other exotic pets. With the love of animals comes responsibility and some challenges too. While dog-related complaints keep the City’s Code Compliance Division busy, cat complaints and other wildlife calls are also common. When responding to complaints about animals roaming a backyard or an alley, code compliance officers are authorized to inspect the property to ensure health and sanitation codes have been satisfied. They also typically offer advice and educate property owners of their responsibilities and other authorities that can help. “If we find a raccoon or opossum in your backyard or rats near your restaurant or business, we remind you to keep your dumpsters down, your areas clean and trim you trees and hedges, but we do not trap animals or handle them,” said Code Compliance Division Director Robert Santos-Alborna. “If you have a raccoon, opossum or rat issue, you must contact a private company that traps them and removes them for a fee.” The most common complaint is about pooch-related issues, especially dog poop or pets off a leash, which can result in fines. Cat complaints are also quite frequent. The City supports efforts to control the cat population by contributing $5,000 annually towards volunteer efforts to spay and neuter feline friends. In 2012, the City was awarded a grant for $80,000 from PetSmart Charities, Inc. to spay and neuter 2,000 free roaming cats in the Miami Beach over a two-year period ending in March 2014.

Critters,Pets & Creatures

Aunque a la División de Cumplimiento con los Códigos de Miami Beach le encantaría ayudar a resolver todos los

problemas de control de animales, la mayoría de los casos no recaen dentro del ámbito de competencia de la Ciudad. Cuando responden a alguna queja por animales errantes en un jardín o un callejón, los oficiales de cumplimiento con los códigos solo están autorizados a verificar que se hayan respetado las normas de salud y saneamiento. Por lo general, también asesoran al propietario del bien sobre las autoridades que pueden prestar ayuda. Lo mismo ocurre con las abejas. Si bien los oficiales municipales son competentes para investigar si un propietario

“We are currently close to the 1,000 goal for the first year, said

cuenta con una certificación estatal de apicultor — es decir, si está

Mary Thinglestad, Miami Beach resident and The Cat Network, Inc,

legalmente autorizado para tener una colmena doméstica — no

volunteer, who also seeks more volunteers for the program.

pueden ingresar a una residencia privada sin el consentimiento del

Volunteers trap, neuter and release (TNR) community cats. The Cat

dueño.

Network, Inc. schedules the Meow Mobile, staffed with veterinarians,

La queja más común tiene que ver con los perros y quejas sobre

twice a month in various city locations. Cats that have been spayed or

gatos también son bastante frecuentes. No obstante, la Ciudad

neutered can be identified by the snip on their ear.

contribuye cada año con 5,000 dólares destinados a esfuerzos de

“Once fixed, the colonies naturally thin out over time,” said Community Outreach Coordinator Lynn Bernstein, who assists with animal issues.

voluntariado para controlar la población felina local. Voluntarios comprometidos capturan, esterilizan y sueltan a gatos callejeros a través de la Clyde Foundation y la clínica veterinaria móvil de

“We spend a lot of time calming people down so that they can take the

The Cat Network. Miami Beach sigue enseñando a los residentes

correct approach in dealing with the birds and the bees, dogs, cats,

maneras de reducir la población de animales callejeros, a través

rats, opossums, raccoons, lizards and insects,” said Bernstein.

de anuncios de servicio público y otros materiales útiles.

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COMMON CRITTER CONCERNS Regulations / Reglas

Dogs must be licensed and registered annually by MiamiDade County. No more than four adult dogs are permitted per household. Must keep dogs on a leash when in public. You must pick-up your dog’s poop. Pit bulls are prohibited breed in Miami-Dade County.

Perros deben ser autorizado y registrado anualmente por el Condado de Miami-Dade. No más de cuatro perros adultos son permitidos por hogar. Debe tener su perro con correa cuando en público. Debe recoger la excreción de su perro. Están prohibidos la raza de pit bulls en el Condado de Miami-Dade.

How You Can Help / Come Se Puede Ayudar

Please clean-up after your dog. Keep your dog on a leash when in public. To run freely, take your dog(s) to one of the many dog parks in our city.

Off-leash & owners failing to clean-up after the dog: Miami Beach Code Compliance, 305.673.7555. Lost, neglected or abused dog, call Miami-Dade County Animal Control Services, 305.884.1101

Para reportar violaciones del código: División de Cumplimiento con los Códigos de Miami Beach 305. 673. 7555. Para reporter un perro perdido, abandonado o maltratado: Servicios de Animales del Condado de Miami-Dade 305. 884. 1101

Report a stray cat: The Cat Network 305.233.9958, projectcatsniphelp@gmail.com. Report Littering: Code Compliance 305.673.7555. Spay and Neutering The Cat Network: 305.233.9958, projectcatsniphelp@gmail.com

Para reporter un gato callejero o esterilizar or castrar un gato: The Cat Network 305.233.9958, projectcatsniphelp@gmail.com Para reporter basura: División de Cumplimiento con los Códigos de Miami Beach 305.673.7555

Removal of pests on private property: call a licensed wildlife removal company. To report sanitary and health conditions: Code Compliance, 305.673.7555

Llama a una compañía licenciada para quitar a los animales silvestre. Para reportar condiciones insano: División de Cumplimiento con los Códigos de Miami Beach 305.673.7555

Funcionarios de la ciudad pueden investigar si un propietario está certificado como apicultor; sin embargo, los oficiales no pueden entrar en una residencia privada sin permiso del propietario.

To remove a beehive on private property, contact a licensed bee removal specialist.

Contacte a un especialista de la eliminación de abeja con licencia para quitar un panal de abejas en su propiedad privada.

Report farm animals.

Code Compliance: 305.673.7555

Por favor, recoja detrás de su perro. Mantenga su perro con una correa cuando en público. Para que recorran libremente, lleva su perro a uno de los muchos parques de perro en nuestra ciudad.

Cats are hey are required to be vaccinated against rabies. Placing food in public areas is littering, which is prohibited.

Gato deben ser vacunados contra la rabia. Colocar alimentos en las zonas comunes está prohibido.

Have your cat spayed or neutered. Do not place food in public areas. It is considered littering and you can be fined.

Failing to keep outdoor areas clean and sanitary can lead to a code violation.

Puede conseguir una violación de código di no mantiene sus áreas al aire libre limpio y sanitario.

Keep waste cans closed tightly at all times. Dispose of waste frequently. Keep outdoor areas clean. Trim trees and hedges. Dispose or compost fallen fruits from trees.

Esteriliza o castra a su gato. No dejes los alimentos en las zonas comunes. Reporta a los gatos callejeros.

Mantén los basureros cerrados en todo momento. Deshacerse de los residuos con frecuencia. Limpia áreas al aire libre. Corta árboles y setos. Deseche o composta a las frutas caídos de los árboles. Entre la comida para los animales antes de noche. Cierra las puertas para los animales en la noche.

State of Florida certifies licensed beekeepers.

El estado de la Florida certifica a los apicultores aviarios con licencia.

Farm animal are not permitted; this includes chickens, roosters, goats, and pigs.

No está permitido; Esto incluye pollos, gallos, cabras y cerdos.

Reptiles and exotic animals are required to have a license from State of Florida Fish & Wildlife Commission.

Deben tener una licencia de la Comisión de la Florida de fauna y de peces.

Who to Call / A Quien Llamar

City officials can investigate whether a homeowner is certified as a beekeeper; however, officers cannot enter a private residence without owner’s permission.

Reporta a los animales de granja.

Licensed pet reptiles showcased in public areas may be recognized as a public safety concern and may be removed by law enforcement. Los licenciados de reptiles mascotas que se encuentren en áreas públicas pueden ser reconocidos como una preocupación de seguridad y pueden ser eliminado por policías.

Report unlicensed & nuisances: Florida Fish & Wildlife Commission 888.404.FWCC (3922) #FWC or *FWC by cell phone

Remove any stagnant water from outdoor areas.

Miami-Dade County: 311

Quite el agua estancada de áreas al aire libre.

El Condado de Miami Dade: 311

División de Cumplimiento con los Códigos de Miami Beach: 305.673.7555

Para repórtar los que no tiene licencia y molestias: La Comisión de la Florida de fauna y de peces 888.404.FWCC(3922) #FWC o * FWC por teléfono celular

Miami Beach City Code allows up to 10 domestic pets per residence. For more information on animal issues, contact Community Outreach Coordinator Lynn Bernstein at 305.673.7010 or lynnbernstein@miamibeachfl.gov

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Our Journey to Excellence Continues

Miami Beach’s vision is to be • Cleaner and Safer; • Beautiful and Vibrant • A Unique Urban and Historic Environment • A Mature, Stable, Residential Community with Well-Improved Infrastructure

• A Cultural, Entertainment Tourism Capital and an International Center for Innovation and Business;

While maximizing value to our community for the tax dollars paid.

Addressing Community Priorities The City of Miami Beach has achieved a great deal by staying focused on its strategic priorities. By using performance measurements to gauge how well your city government is managing resources and delivering services, many areas have seen significant improvements since its plan was first charted.

Dr. Leslie Rosenfeld

La Ciudad de Miami Beach ha alcanzado importantes logros al mantenerse centrada en sus prioridades estratégicas. A partir del uso de medidas de desempeño para evaluar la buena gestión de los recursos y la adecuada prestación de los servicios por parte del gobierno de la ciudad, se observa que muchas áreas han logrado mejoras significativas desde el trazado inicial de su plan.

De acuerdo con la más reciente encuesta de According to the most recent Miami Beach satisfacción de la comunidad de Miami Beach, Community Satisfaction Survey conducted realizada en 2012, la mayoría de los residentes in 2012, a majority (89 percent) of resident encuestados (89%) opina que su calidad de vida respondents reported that their overall quality en general en la Ciudad de Miami Beach es buena of life within the City of Miami Beach is either o excelente. Asimismo, un porcentaje más alto que excellent or good. In addition, a record high, nunca (89%) opina que Miami Beach es un “buen” o 89 percent reported Miami Beach as an “excelente” lugar para vivir. “excellent” or “good” place to live.

89 percent of residents rated their overall quality of life within Miami Beach as an excellent or good.

80 percent of residents indicated a positive

Las encuestas residenciales y empresariales de standard of living outlook The 2012 residential and business surveys, 2012, ejecutadas por Kerr and Downs Research, compared to 53 percent in 2009. conducted by Kerr and Downs Research, are constituyen el cuarto conjunto de encuestas the Miami Beach’s fourth set of comprehensive integrales estadísticamente válidas de satisfacción statistically valid community satisfaction de la comunidad desde 2005. En 2012, fueron surveys since 2005. Over 1,800 residents encuestados más de 1,800 residentes y más de and over 900 businesses were surveyed in 900 negocios. 2012. Las encuestas a la comunidad permiten conocer la opinión de los residentes sobre la calidad de of residents would definitely/ The community surveys provide resident input probably recommend Miami vida, los servicios municipales y los impuestos, on quality of life, city services, and taxes; Beach as an excellent or good así como identificar oportunidades clave para and to identify key drivers for improvement. place to live to others. mejorar. De manera global, los resultados de Overall, the 2012 results were similar to the 2012 fueron similares a los del estudio realizado 2009 survey results. A substantial number of The 2013 operating millage rate of en 2009. Un número sustancial de servicios services received positive ratings, ranging 5.9826 is 0.0746 mills lower than the recibieron calificaciones positivas del 70 al 90% from 70 percent to 90 percent of residents. prior year’s operating millage rate. In de los residentes. Al igual que con las encuestas As with the residential surveys, the overall addition, the City’s overall combined residenciales, la imagen global que arrojan las millage rate is 2.3503 mills lower than it snapshot of business ratings of the City calificaciones empresariales no es muy diferente de was in FY 1999/00. was, overall, not significantly different from la de 2009. Un número considerable de servicios the 2009 ratings. A substantial number of recibieron calificaciones positivas, con cifras que services received positive ratings, ranging Perks for Miami Beach residents include oscilan entre el 70 y el 95% de los negocios. from 70 percent to 95 percent of businesses. free and discounted programs, among other benefits.

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CRIME AND ENFORCEMENT ACTIVITY

% Change since

2002

2003

2004

2005

2006

2007

2008

2009

2010

2011

2012

2002

Violent Crimes

997

1,070

1,159

1,085

1,000

1,014

940

865

825

847

899

-10%

Forced Sex Offenses

102

115

-48%

9,313

9,438

9,164

8,121

7,582

7,805

8,215

8,439

8,743

9,585

9,028

-3%

10,390

10,610

10,411

9,294

8,697

8,877

9,205

9,345

9,607

10,472

9,969

-4%

Crimes & Enforcement

Property Crimes Total Part 1 Crimes

The resident surveys in 2005, 2007, 2009, and 2012 confirmed that safety is one of the top quality of life factors for our residents and increasing the visibility of police in neighborhoods as one of the most important areas for the City to address to improve public safety.

on Lincoln Road between the hours of 1 am and 6 am allows for 24-hour coverage between security services and police officers.

Cleanliness of our city continues to be a priority service area for residents and businesses. In the 2012 survey, it was cited as the most Recent trends reflect a decrease in Part I crimes. In 2012, the City important service to retain. Sanitation of Miami Beach experienced a decrease (4.8 percent) in total services that were implemented violent crimes and non-violent crimes combined when compared in recent years are maintained for to 2011. There has been a four percent decline in total violent commercial and entertainment areas, alleys, parking lots, crimes and non-violent crimes since 2002, in spite of the 41 beaches, and residential areas. Moreover, this year, additional percent increase in daily population and special events funding is included for enhanced pressure cleaning on Lincoln since 2002. Road, Washington Avenue, and Ocean Drive. Nationwide, violent crime declined by 6.4 percent and property The City administration uses a quantitative index to assess crimes declined by 3.7 percent. Miami Beach’s crime rate is the impact of these efforts and results have shown significant slightly below the latest total nationwide violent crimes and nonoverall improvement. Between FY 2005/06 and FY 2011/12, violent crimes by 5.2 percent and 5.7 percent respectively, as 87.8 percent of public areas citywide were rated as clean or reported by the FBI for the first six month of 2012. very clean as compared to 65.2 percent in FY 2005/06.The As safety continues to be a top priority for our residents, efforts maintenance and appearance of our residential neighborhoods have been made to increase policing. Added were two ATV and business districts continues to be a priority, along with officers to the north area to enforce beach night closures; four protecting the quality of life enjoyed by all members of our police officers in the south and citywide to form an additional community. Growth management initiatives continue to be crime suppression team; six police officers in the south area for pursued, in addition to the maintenance of the city’s 1,500 a walking beat along Washington Avenue; and one detention historic building stock. Of major significance is the completion officer. In addition, there were positions added to the records of the nationally recognized and award-winning Soundscape unit, as well as additional overtime for homeless outreach by the Park and the ongoing reforestation program installing 4,250 Neighborhood Resource Officers. Furthermore, security coverage trees to date.

added

police officers

Cleaner and Safer

CLEANLINESS INDEX SCORE PER PUBLIC AREA 05/06

08/09

09/10

10/11

11/12

Percent Change from BASE FY

2.10

1.75

1.80

1.60

1.59

-24.3%

-.6%

Commercial Non-Entertainment

1.83

1.65

1.63

1.57

1.50

-18.0%

-4.5%

-4.6%

Residential

2.01

1.68

1.65

1.51

1.43

-28.9%

-5.3%

-5.5%

Commercial Non-Entertainment

1.95

1.79

1.77

1.63

1.57

-19.5%

-3.7%

-3.8%

Residential

2.14

1.77

1.71

1.59

1.42

-33.6%

-10.7%

-11.9%

City of Miami Beach

1.85

1.62

1.59

1.43

1.36

-26.5%

-4.9%

-5.1%

Miami-Dade County

1.93

1.61

1.63

1.48

1.42

-26.4%

-4.1%

-4.2%

Fiscal Year Overall City Score

STREETS

Provides for enhanced levels of pressure cleaning in the city’s entertainment areas

BEACHES

Maintain crime rates at or below national trends

SIDEWALK

Increase visibility of police

Percent Change from PRIOR FY

Percent Change from BEST FY

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BEAUTIFUL AND VIBRANT; A UNIQUE URBAN AND HISTORIC ENVIRONMENT; A MATURE STABLE RESIDENTIAL COMMUNITY Key Intended Outcomes • Ensure compliance with code within reasonable time frame • Ensure safety and appearance of building structures and sites • Maintain Miami Beach public areas and rights-of-way citywide • Protect historic building stock • Maintain strong growth management policies • Increase satisfaction with family recreational activities • Improve the lives of elderly residents • Enhance learning opportunities for youth • Reduce the number of homeless • Increase access to workforce or affordable housing • Promote and celebrate our city’s diversity

PROGRAM REGISTRATION AND PARTICIPATION

% Change since

Registration

Fiscal Year

2002

2003

2004

2005

2006

2007

2008

2009

2010

2011

2012

2002

After School

2,558

3,371

2,650

2,410

2,367

2,645

2,810

2,680

3,182

3,463

3,241

27%

Summer Camps

2,340

2,819

2,114

2,241

2,279

2,527

2,417

2,758

2,398

2,538

2,561

Athletics

1,051

1,018

940

1,020

1,253

1,442

2,087

2,080

1,573

1,810

1,743

66%

Total

5,949

7,208

5,704

5,671

5,899

6,614

7,314

7,518

7,153

7,811

7,545

27%

4,884

5,476

5,764

5,067

5,540

5,419

11%

Total Participation Pool Attendance

28,000

65,437

66,000

79,135

119,800 161,176 145,337 141,524 160,456 157,227 138,005

393%

Senior Scene Club

120

117

158

182

243

263

303

483%

Teen Participation

116

151

172

213

332

338

383

379%

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Additionally, support from the City has ensured all Miami Beach public schools are now International Baccalaureate (IB) authorized World Schools, accessible to every child at every school.

The availability of quality recreation programs continues to be one of the highest priorities for our community. Successful recreation programs for teens and seniors also continue to be a priority, along with weekly classes in visual or performing arts in after school program and summer camps. The Education Compact between the City of Miami Beach and Miami-Dade County Public Schools was established in January 2008 to enhance learning opportunities for our youth has many notable outcomes including the increased level of academic achievement throughout all public schools in Miami Beach in 2011-2012. Additionally, support from the City has ensured all Miami Beach public schools are now International Baccalaureate (IB) authorized World Schools, accessible to every child at every school.

Further, much has been accomplished to address homelessness in the last several years. Miami Beach’s homeless census count declined from 314 in November 2000 to 138 in January 2013. 2012 Rating of City’s Ability to Address Homelessness • 42% of residents rate as good or excellent (31% in 2005) • 69% of businesses rate as good or excellent (25% in 2005) There are benefits of being a Miami Beach resident. Reduced fees for after-school, specialty camps and intramural athletic leagues and scholarship programs are also available for numerous recreational programs increasing access to all residents. Free and reduced access to our various pools has led to dramatic increases in usage yearround with a 98.7% increase overall since 2005.

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WELL-IMPROVED INFRASTRUCTURE Key Intended Outcomes • Enhance mobility throughout the city • Improve parking availability • Preserve our beaches • Ensure value and timely delivery of quality capital projects • Ensure well-maintained facilities • Maintain city’s Infrastructure • Improve Storm drainage citywide Pedestrian and bicycle enhancements continue to provide alternatives to the large portion of the community who do not use a car as their primary mode of travel. Approximately 26% of resident citywide and 48% of residents in South Beach and Bella Isle indicated that automobiles are not their primary means of transportation. Bikeways Master Plan provides for a total of 244bike rack citywide. Through DecoBike, a self-service bicycle rental program, increases multi-modal mobility throughout the city, in addition to supporting sustainability goals. The CarShare program has seen an average monthly usage of 201 rentals from January 2012 through January 2013, with a peak rental of 247 during the month of January 2013 alone. Parking availability remains a priority, the completion of the new City Hall Garage (650 spaces); Fifth and Alton Garage (500 spaces); the Pennsylvania Avenue Garage (560 spaces) and the Sunset Harbor Garage (430 spaces); added 2,140 parking spaces to the City’s parking inventory. This equates to a 54 percent increase in the City’s overall garage parking space inventory since 2009.

The City’s capital improvement program continues as a top priority. In the last two years alone, completed projects include: • Venetian Causeway cross street main extensions • New World Symphony/Lincoln Lane North and Pennsylvania Avenue improvements • Scott Rakow Youth Center roof replacement • Neighborhood right-of-way and underground infrastructure upgrades • Botanical Garden improvements • Sunset Harbour/Purdy Avenue Garage • Fire Station 2 • 225 Washington Avenue, Police SIU office relocation • 69 Street and Indian Creek Drive traffic signalization • Marseille Drive lighting enhancements • Hazard Mitigation Grant - Wind Retrofit City Hall • Flamingo Pool deck replacement • Fleet Management - roof replacement • Pine Tree Park shoreline restoration (includes kayak area) • North Shore - multiple water main replacements along 69th Street from Harding Ave. to Indian Creek Drive, and along 71 Street at various cross streets • North Shore - roadway improvement projects along Byron Avenue • Scott Rakow Youth Center painting • Indian Creek water main improvements Completed capital improvement projects are well received and there are more to come. The percentage of capital improvement projects on schedule during the planning phase, the design phase, and the construction phase has improved significantly.

Percent of Hotel Occupancy | National and State Comparison Calendar Year

2002

2003

2004

2005

2006

2007

2008

2009

2010

2011

2012

United States

% Change since

2002 2%

Florida

Miami-Dade County

22%

Miami Beach

27%

A CULTURAL, ENTERTAINMENT TOURISM CAPITAL AND AN INTERNATIONAL CENTER FOR INNOVATION AND BUSINESS Key Intended Outcomes • Maximize Miami Beach as a destination brand • Improve convention center facility • Diversity business base in Miami Beach • Improve building development related processes Efforts continue to keep Miami Beach’s status as one of the main tourist destinations nationally and internationally. The business

and tourism sectors are an integral part of the city as reflected in the City’s vision statement. Tourism has demonstrated significant improvement over the last two years as shown in record increases in Resort Tax collection, Parking Department revenues, and building development activity. Expansion of the City’s marketing campaign continues through several initiatives including marketing for Washington Avenue through the Greater Miami Convention and Visitors Bureau. The City has hired a consultant to assist in finding private sector participation in the Convention Center Expansion and Enhancement Project.

Average Daily Room Rate | National and State Comparison Calendar Year

2002

2003

2004

2005

2006

United States

$83.47

$83.03

$86.16

$90.77

Florida

$89.28

$89.21

$92.16

$99.80

2007

2008

2009

2010

$97.89

$103.64 $106.14

$97.51

$98.08

$109.98

$117.35

2011

2012

% Change since

2002

$101.64 $101.64

22%

$117.00 $105.37 $104.06 $108.25 $113.14

27%

Miami-Dade County

$101.19 $105.24 $113.25 $126.27 $140.19 $158.15 $160.00 $140.73 $144.13 $152.95 $163.59

62%

Miami Beach

$124.68 $153.77 $171.70 $194.75 $163.76 $182.37 $201.30 $166.72 $198.09 $101.64 $227.19

82%

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MAXIMIZING VALUE TO OUR COMMUNITY FOR THE TAX DOLLARS PAID Key Intended Outcomes • Maximize efficient delivery of services • Control costs of payroll including salary and fringes; minimize taxes; ensure expenditure trends are sustainable over the long term • Increase community satisfaction with city government “Value of City Services for Tax Dollars Paid” continues to impact perceptions by residents and businesses of the City as a place to live and as a place to run a business, and their perceptions whether government is meeting their needs. However, since 2005 when the City first began tracking resident and business perceptions regarding their value for tax dollars paid, there has been improvement. Benefits specifically for City of Miami Beach residents include:

• Free “Culture in the Parks” series; • Access to free cultural arts programs for children in after school and summer camp; • Scholarship specialty camps in the summer, day camp, and traveling athletic leagues; • Free access to City pools on weekends and during non-programmed hours; • Free general admission to Youth Centers on weekends; • Free Learn-to-Swim programs for 3-4 year old residents; • Free “family friendly” movies in the park; • Reduced resident rates for recreation programs; • Free admission to museums on Miami Beach; • Free access to the majority of senior citizen programs and special populations programs; • Free of charge play at the Par 3 golf course • Free crime analysis of residents’ homes by the Police Department, • Free child safety seat checks by the Fire Department. Since 2008, there have been significant declines in property tax revenues due to state legislated decreases and a subsequent downturn in the real estate market and the economy. Despite these declines, the resident and business perceptions regarding value of services for tax dollars paid has improved, and now, Miami Beach rates similar to other cities when comparing to other jurisdictions in Florida and other parts of the country.

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In fact, 67 percent of residential respondents and 61 percent of business respondents strongly agree or agree that Miami Beach City government is meeting their needs.

Web Usage Fiscal Yr

Average per Month

2012

131,310

2011

99,740

2010

88,680

2009

72,696

2008

64,085

2007

33,724

2006

32,650

2005

23,376

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ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY, COMMUNICATIONS, CUSTOMER SERVICE AND INTERNAL SUPPORT FUNCTIONS Ensuring the long-term sustainability of Miami Beach’s municipal government continue to be a priority. These include environmental sustainability, improved communications with residents, financial sustainability, transparency and internal controls. Key Intended Outcomes • Enhance the environmental sustainability of the community • Enhance external and internal communications from and within the city • Improve processes through information technology • Expand e-government • Improve the overall financial health and maintain overall bond rating • Promote transparency of municipal operations • Strengthen internal controls • Attract and maintain a workforce of excellence In addition to initiatives such as DecoBike and CarShare, several additional initiatives have been implemented to sustain the environment and address issues of concern to the community, including: • Expanding recycling efforts in select public areas • Citywide recycling ordinance to increase the city’s commercial and multi-family recycling levels • Intensive education and outreach campaign • Pilot electric car charging stations • Dune restoration • Beach nourishment with the County • South Pointe lights converted to LED with recent Right of Way Project

To promote transparency of city operations and strengthen internal controls, all expenditures and Commission committee referrals, and internal audit and performance improvement reports have been posted online. Additional internal controls include a review/audit of one area of the city’s operations per year, restructuring of the internal affairs division in the Police Department, and the installation of an Automated Vehicle Locator (AVL) in many city vehicles. Miami Beach’s journey can be tracked through various enhanced communication tools like this magazine, MBTV (available on Atlantic Broadband 77 and AT&T U-verse 99, in addition to live streaming on www.miamibeachfl.gov), and through the internet and social media. With new technology sources emerging, the availability of city services and processes that can be accessed and transacted via the internet and smartphones will be enhanced. Despite the challenges in the economy, the City of Miami Beach has maintained reserves. As a result, the city’s current bond rating remains strong. Survey says: 87% of residents and 91% of businesses reported being very satisfied or satisfied with the website The City of Miami Beach will continue to deliver outstanding, enhanced services to its residents, businesses and visitors. As the journey to excellence continues, the City of Miami Beach is committed to evaluating performance results to ensure that it is following the plan – the vision for the vibrant city’s future.

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SAFETY FIRST SEGURIDAD PÚBLICA

Pedestrians are a familiar sight in

In 2010, the City conducted a walkability

“Many drivers don’t care and turn even

Miami Beach as locals and visitors

study to promote safe walking that led to

when the sign changes,” said Jessica

alike stroll down picturesque streets to

citywide improvements such as marked

Valladares, as she crossed Alton Road and

restaurants, shops and parks – all within

crosswalks, flashing warning lights and

9 Street, a busy South Beach intersection.

walking distance. But it takes law-abiding

audible push buttons.

citizens to keep the city’s streets pedestrian-

In the previous five years, there have been

Officials also installed new pedestrian

572 pedestrian-involved incidents and 15

safety signs at major intersections and

pedestrian fatalities in Miami Beach. Earlier

A recent rash of citizen complaints about

heavily trafficked areas in South Beach

this year, a hit-and-run crash killed a hotel

speeding and an increase in foot traffic led

such as West Avenue, Alton Road, the

chef as he attempted to cross on Collins

Miami Beach Police Department officials

intersection of 15 Street and Jefferson

Avenue, yards from his job.

to ramp up efforts to enforce pedestrian

Avenue and the South of

crossing and speeding laws. As a result, the

Fifth neighborhood.

friendly.

department issued more than 200 citations.

On average, one pedestrian dies in a vehicle crash every 107 minutes, according

In Miami Beach, the safety of children

to the U.S. Department of Transportation’s

“The bottom line is if a driver sees someone

crossing the street is also paramount, with

National Highway Traffic Safety

attempting to cross the street in a designated

the police department dedicating five

Administration.

crosswalk, they are to stop and yield to

officers and a sergeant to man crosswalks at

them,” said Miami Beach Assistant Chief

local schools during morning and afternoon

of Police Mark Overton. “The citizens who

commute times.

are walking need to make the effort to cross at those designated crosswalks whenever possible.”

Miami Beach continues to be a liveable and safe community for everyone.”

for walking.

Pedestrians can be hard to spot, especially in bad weather or at night. Pay attention and slow down if you can’t see clearly.

En ocasiones, puede ser difícil ver que hay peatones en la vía, en especial por la noche o cuando hace mal tiempo. Esté atento y reduzca la velocidad si no tiene buena visibilidad.

Do not pass other vehicles stopped for pedestrians. When making a turn, you often will have to wait for a “gap” in traffic. Beware that while you are watching for that “gap,” pedestrians may have moved into your intended path. Avoid distractions such as a cell phone or other electronic devices while driving.

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“We will continue our efforts to ensure that

crucial role in keeping the streets safe

CONDUCTOR

At a crosswalk, stop far back enough so drivers in other lanes can also see the pedestrian and stop.

Overton, referring to drivers and walkers.

But drivers – and walkers too – play a

DRIVERS

When entering a crosswalk area, drive slowly and be prepared to stop for pedestrians – even if the crosswalk is not clearly marked.

“The key to safety is being alert,” said

Cuando entre a un área peatonal, conduzca lentamente y esté preparado para frenar si hay transeúntes, incluso si el paso peatonal no está claramente señalizado. En un cruce peatonal, frene con suficiente antelación para que los conductores de otros carriles también puedan ver al peatón y detenerse. No adelante a otros vehículos que se hayan detenido por los peatones. Al hacer un giro, a menudo es necesario esperar a que haya un “hueco” en el tráfico. Tenga en cuenta que mientras está esperando ese “hueco”, los peatones pueden haber entrado a la vía por la que usted quería pasar.

Even though drivers, skaters and bikers flood the streets of Miami Beach, many people still prefer to walk about the city. In 2011, Miami Beach was praised as one of Florida’s friendliest cities for walkers by Seattle-based Walk Score. South Beach resident Renee Wilson is one of many locals who enjoys that most errands can be accomplished on foot in Miami Beach. “That’s the whole point of living on the beach,” she said.

SAFETY FIRST SEGURIDAD PÚBLICA

A walk on Caminando por el lado the safe side seguro Ivette Díaz

En Miami Beach, estamos

En 2010, la Ciudad realizó un estudio de

“A muchos conductores no les importa y

acostumbrados a ver peatones.

adecuación peatonal a fin de fomentar la

giran incluso cuando cambia la señal”,

Residentes y visitantes se pasean por

seguridad de los transeúntes. Dicho estudio

decía Jessica Valladares al cruzar una

las calles pintorescas de nuestra ciudad

llevó a efectuar mejoras en toda la ciudad,

intersección concurrida de South Beach,

para ir a restaurantes, tiendas y parques,

como pasos peatonales delimitados, luces

entre Alton Road y 9 Street.

ubicados a distancias que se pueden

intermitentes de advertencia y botones de

recorrer fácilmente a pie. Pero para que las

señal sonora.

calles de la ciudad sean amigables para el viandante, es indispensable el cumplimiento de las normas por parte de los ciudadanos.

En los cinco años anteriores, ha habido 572 incidentes relacionados con tráfico peatonal

Los oficiales también instalaron nuevas

y 15 muertes de peatones en Miami Beach.

señales de seguridad para peatones en

A comienzos de este año, un accidente con

intersecciones principales y áreas de

un vehículo —que después se fugó— le

Una reciente oleada de quejas de los

tráfico pesado de South Beach, como West

quitó la vida al chef de un hotel que trataba

ciudadanos por exceso de velocidad y un

Avenue, Alton Road, la intersección de 15

de cruzar Collins Avenue, a unos metros de

aumento del tráfico peatonal condujeron a

Street y Jefferson Avenue y el sector de

su trabajo.

los oficiales del Departamento de Policía

South of Fifth.

de Miami Beach a redoblar esfuerzos a favor del cumplimiento de las normas de velocidad y paso de peatones. Como resultado, el departamento expidió más de 200 citaciones.

Seguridad del Tráfico en las Carreteras,

seguridad de los niños peatones. Por esta

del Departamento estadounidense de

razón, el Departamento de Policía dedica

Transporte, cada 107 minutos muere en

cinco oficiales y un sargento para supervisar

promedio un peatón en un accidente de

los cruces en las escuelas locales durante

automóvil.

“El punto es que si un conductor ve que

las horas de más tráfico de la mañana y de

alguien está tratando de cruzar la calle en

la tarde.

un paso designado, debe parar y ceder la vía”, señaló Mark Overton, jefe auxiliar de policía de Miami Beach. “Los ciudadanos que van a pie tienen que hacer el esfuerzo de cruzar por los pasos peatonales siempre

“La clave de la seguridad es estar alerta”, dijo Overton en referencia a los conductores

Tampoco hay que olvidar que los

y peatones. “Perseveraremos en nuestros

conductores —al igual que los peatones—

esfuerzos para asegurar que Miami Beach

desempeñan un papel crucial para que en

siga siendo una comunidad segura en la

las calles se pueda caminar con seguridad.

que se puede vivir bien. A pesar de que conductores, patinadores y

que sea posible.”

PEDESTRIANS

PEATÓN

Stay off freeways and cross or enter streets at legal pathways such as crosswalks or sidewalks.

Manténgase alejado de las autopistas y cruce las calles o ingrese a ellas por los lugares permitidos, como pasos de cebra o aceras.

Where no sidewalks are provided, it is usually safer to walk facing road traffic.

Según la Administración Nacional de

En Miami Beach, también es fundamental la

Cuando no hay aceras, generalmente es más seguro caminar de frente al tráfico.

At night, make it easy for drivers to see you by dressing in light colors or wearing reflective materials. Carry a flashlight in extremely dark areas.

En la noche, use ropa de colores claros o lleve materiales reflectivos para que los conductores puedan verlo más fácilmente. Utilice una linterna en las áreas demasiado oscuras.

Don’t count on drivers paying attention and make eye contact to ensure they see you.

No dé por hecho que los conductores prestarán atención, y establezca contacto visual para cerciorarse de que lo han visto.

Alcohol and drugs can impair your ability to walk safely, just like they do a person’s ability to drive.

Las drogas y el alcohol pueden afectar su capacidad para caminar de manera segura, de la misma manera en que afectan la capacidad para conducir.

Use extra caution when crossing multiple-lane, higher speed streets.

Sea muy prudente cuando cruce vías de varios carriles y de alta velocidad.

ciclistas inundan las calles de Miami Beach, muchas personas siguen prefiriendo ir a pie por la ciudad. En 2011, la compañía Walk Score, de Seattle, elogió a Miami Beach como una de las ciudades más amigables para los peatones en la Florida. Renee Wilson, residente de South Beach, es uno de los muchos ciudadanos que disfrutan que la mayoría de los recados se puedan hacer a pie en Miami Beach. “Eso es lo bueno de vivir en la playa”, opina.

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SINCE YOU ASKED USTED PREGUNTÓ

Are there any upcoming beach renourishment projects? Since the last truck haul beach renourishment project near 54

Miami-Dade County has called for the emergency beach

Street in 2009, the area has experienced increased erosion,

renourishment project to take place in the next 45 to 60 days and

especially thanks to Hurricane Sandy’s storm surge. But more sand

is currently in the process of obtaining necessary permits from the

is on the way for the area. Approximately 10,000 cubic yards of

Florida Department of Environmental Protection Agency. Once the

sand will be trucked in from the Ortona quarry in central Florida

project details are finalized, the City and County will inform area

to provide storm protection and recreational benefits to this highly

residents and businesses of the timeline and scope of work.

eroded section of the beach.

¿Existen planes para renovar alguna área de la playa? La playa cerca de la calle 54 ha sufrido mayor erosión desde

El condado de Miami-Dade ha pedido el proyecto de emergencia

la última vez que fue rellenado en 2009. Pero más arena está

se cumpla en los próximos 45 a 60 días. El condado está

en camino para la zona. Aproximadamente 10.000 metros cúbicos

actualmente en el proceso de obtener permisos del Florida

de arena serán transportados en camiones desde Ortona en el

Department of Environmental Protection Agency. Una vez finalizados

centro de la Florida para proteger a esta sección de lay playa que

los detalles del proyecto, la ciudad y el Condado informará a los

está altamente erosionado en caso de una tormenta

residentes y negocios en el área sobre cuanto durara el proyecto.

ARE THERE PLANS TO ADD LANDSCAPING ALONG THE NEW DADE BOULEVARD BIKE PATH?

¿EXISTEN PLANES DE JARDINERÍA A LO LARGO DE LA NUEVA RUTA DE BICICLETA EN DADE BOULEVARD?

The City of Miami Beach Parks and Recreation

El departamento de recreación y parques de la

Department collaborated with the Greenspace

ciudad de Miami Beach ha colaborado con Greenspace

Tree Advocacy Group (GTAG) to develop a

Tree Advocacy Group (GTAG) para desarrollar un plan

landscaping plan for the upcoming bike path along

de jardinería a lo largo de la nueva de bicicleta que

the Collins Canal from Bay Road to Convention

rodea Collins Canal, desde Bay Road hasta Convention

Center Drive. This plan includes erecting mostly

Center Drive. Una enredadera cubrirá la sección del

native species of shade trees and ground plants

muro que no tiene espacio para la siembra. El proyecto

along more than half of the recently constructed

de paisajismo se estima ser completado a principios

seawall. A vine will cover the remaining 1,200-foot

de 2014.

section of the wall, which only has limited space for planting. The landscaping project is estimated to be completed by early 2014.

En otro esfuerzo para mejorar el paisaje en la zona, la ciudad y GTAG se acercó a Publix Supermarkets para discutir posiblemente eliminando un carril de giro en

In an effort to further enhance the landscaping

1045 Dade Boulevard. Si pueden llegar a un acuerdo

in the area, the City and GTAG approached Publix

con Publix, los cambios de carril permitiría espacio

Supermarkets to discuss possibly eliminating

para mejorar la jardinería a lo largo de Alton Road

a dedicated turning lane into the property at 1045

hasta Meridian Avenue.

Dade Boulevard. If an agreement can be reached, the lane changes would allow additional space for improved landscaping from Alton Road to Meridian Avenue.

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PLANNED PROGRESS PROGRESO PLANIFICADO

Construction Sunsets on Islands 1&2 Shari Holbert Lipner

DE LAS OBRAS EN LAS ISLAS SUNSET 1&2

The $6 million underground facelift to the Sunset Islands I and

Also, in an effort to address resident concerns about poor water

II neighborhood is nearly complete. Just in time for the rainy

pressure and meter-readers treading on their private property,

season, too. The project, which began in January 2012, addressed the

crews added new water lines and relocated certain water meters to the public right of way.

increasing need for improved drainage – a growing concern for

Residents participated in the process from design through

many of the city’s older communities like Sunset Islands.

completion with a public information officer providing periodic

Capital Improvement Projects Office Director Fernando Vazquez

construction updates and advising residents of road closures.

said there was an unprecedented effort to solve the concerns of

“We communicated with the City throughout the process,” said

island residents.

HOA President Robert Hertzberg. “The City opened direct

“More than any other neighborhood project that preceded it, the Sunset Islands [I & II] project represents collaboration between

dialogue with the Homeowners Association and with individuals so we could work together to have a project that fixed the problems.”

the City offices and the residents,” he said. “We have a savvy

When the scope of the project, cost and schedule had to be

population on Miami Beach, and these residents were not only

altered to meet unforeseen conditions, city officials successfully

patient with the City to bring the improvements to fruition after

renegotiated the contract.

nearly ten years of planning, but they were also actively involved in identifying exactly what was needed for the neighborhood.” Features of the project included water main improvements, an upgrade to the stormwater drainage system and outfall repairs. Crews also reconstructed the roadway and installed new valley gutters to convey water into new drains in the island chain that is more than 80 years old. The new stormwater system is now designed to meet the capacity of a five-year, one-day storm. That means the infrastructure can handle average rain volume and heavy rain events that occur about every five years.

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As Miami Beach officials prepare to tackle flooding concerns in other communities, they plan to implement the same approach as they did in Sunset Islands to ensure a smooth process. “The way we address capital improvements now is not just about dollars spent, but about how wisely and effectively those dollars are used to deliver what our stakeholders desire and need,” Vazquez said.

Lake Avenue

25 Street

BEFORE Crews set up equipment where water accumulated on the street after a light rain. ANTES Personal instalando equipos en la vía, en un tramo inundado después de una llovizna

DURING Installation of new water main. DURANTE Instalación de la nueva línea de agua.

AFTER Valley gutters along the side of the roadway will direct water to new storm drains. DESPUÉS Las cunetas a los lados de la vía llevarán el agua a nuevos desagües.

AFTER Today, there are storm water improvements. DESPUÉS Ahora la calle tiene canales para transportar el agua de lluvia.

La renovación subterránea de las Islas Sunset I y II, por

Por otra parte, en un esfuerzo por responder a las inquietudes de los

6 millones de dólares, está por terminarse, justo a tiempo

residentes en relación con la baja presión del agua y el ingreso de

para la temporada de lluvias. El proyecto, que empezó en enero de 2012, tenía como objetivo responder a la necesidad creciente de un sistema mejorado de

los lectores de contadores a sus propiedades privadas, los equipos instalaron nuevas tuberías y reubicaron medidores de lote seco en la vía pública.

desagües —una preocupación cada vez mayor para muchas de las

Los residentes participaron en el proceso, desde su diseño hasta su

comunidades más antiguas de la ciudad, como las Islas Sunset.

culminación, y un encargado de información al público los mantuvo

El Director de Proyectos de Mejoras Capitales, Fernando Vasquez,

al tanto de los avances de la obra y de los cierres de vías.

quien estuvo a cargo la oficina de construcción, comentó que se

“Nos comunicamos con la Ciudad durante todo el proceso”, dijo

hizo un esfuerzo sin precedentes para resolver los problemas de los

Robert Hertzberg, presidente de la Asociación de Propietarios

residentes de las islas.

(HOA). “La Ciudad abrió un diálogo directo con la HOA y los

“Más que cualquier otro proyecto vecinal anterior, el de las Islas Sunset [I y II] es una muestra de la colaboración entre las oficinas

particulares para que pudiéramos trabajar de manera conjunta por un proyecto que resolviera los problemas.”

de la Ciudad y los residentes”, dijo. “Tenemos una población

La Ciudad cooperó no solo con los residentes sino también con el

conocedora en Miami Beach, y los residentes no solo fueron

equipo del proyecto. Cuando hubo que cambiar el alcance del

pacientes con la Ciudad para llevar a término las mejoras después

proyecto, su costo y su calendario para hacer frente a condiciones

de casi diez años de planificación, sino también participaron

imprevistas, los funcionarios de la ciudad volvieron a negociar

activamente en identificar con exactitud las necesidades del barrio”.

exitosamente el contrato.

El proyecto estuvo caracterizado, entre otros aspectos, por mejoras

Ahora que los funcionarios de Miami Beach se preparan para

a los conductos de agua, la modernización del sistema de

afrontar problemas de inundaciones en otros sectores, prevén

canalizaciones para aguas pluviales y reparaciones a los desagües.

aplicar el mismo enfoque que en las Islas Sunset a fin de asegurar

Los equipos también reconstruyeron la vía e instalaron cunetas para

un proceso fluido.

llevar el agua a nuevos desagües en la cadena de la isla, de más de 80 años de antigüedad.

“Hoy en día, las mejoras capitales no las hacemos pensando únicamente en el dinero que se va a gastar, sino en cómo utilizar

El nuevo sistema para aguas pluviales está ahora diseñado para

sabia y eficientemente ese dinero para ejecutar las obras que los

soportar la capacidad de una tormenta de un día de cada cinco

interesados quieren y necesitan”, comentó Vasquez.

años. Esto significa que la infraestructura puede soportar el volumen promedio de lluvia y volúmenes superiores al promedio cuando hay tormentas más fuertes, pero también soporta las precipitaciones de tormentas que ocurren casi cada cinco años. miamibeachfl.gov 31

GREEN SPACE ESPACIO ECOLÓGICO

MAKE TIME TO WASTE Beach in Bloom by Millie McFadden

Haga Tiempo, Pásese al Compostaje As an arborist, homeowners often

Composting is the controlled

the best option. These machines are about

ask me: “If the trees in the forests

decomposition of organic materials such

the size of a compact refrigerator, small

as anything that was a plant.

enough to sit on a counter top or fit under

are not fertilized, why do I have to fertilize mine?” The answer is simple.

Composting has other benefits, too. It

a table. Some electric compost bins cost less than $900 and recycle the food

Natural leaf litter, dead trees and animal

helps keep organic waste out of landfills to

droppings provide all the necessary

reduce harmful effects on our environment.

nutrients for trees to thrive in a forest.

Many ardent recyclers note that the only

To save money, make your own compost

We destroy the natural fertilization

thing that goes in the garbage can is food

bin out of a heavy-duty garbage can. Drill

process by raking leaves and grass

waste. However, food can be recycled

some holes around the can to provide

clippings from our yard.

into nutrient-rich compost, too.

aeration and stir the contents.

Soil in urban areas, such as Miami

There are hundreds of different compost

Vermicomposting

Beach, is not so rich. So, we have to

bins available that you can build or

(composting with worms) is typically the

do a little more to enrich the soil before

purchase to make composting in the home,

best indoor composting method.

we can eliminate synthetic fertilizers.

garage, balcony or backyard a clean,

This realization is at the very core of the

easy and worthwhile task.

organic gardening movement, which has led to the popularity of composting. If we want a future free of synthetic fertilizers that are harmful to our environment, we must turn to composting.

As is true with so many things, the hardest step is getting started. Whether you live in

The most popular and efficient bins are

an apartment, a home or a farm, you can

compost tumblers, which typically cost

help reduce the emission of damaging

between $200 to approximately $700,

greenhouse gases by choosing to turn

depending on the design and capacity.

organic waste – food scraps and yard

For apartment or condo residents, electric composting machines with dual bins are

FREE

waste in as little as 24 hours.

debris – into compost for your yard or potted graden. Don’t waste time. Get started now.

Florida receives an average of 52 inches of rainfall per year. Learn how you can reuse this water to benefit your home and garden by making a rain barrel.

RAIN

BARREL

WORKSHOPS AND MORE

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For more information on how to go "green," visit www.miamibeachfl.gov/recycle

GREEN SPACE ESPACIO ECOLÓGICO

WHAT IS COMPOST? Composting is the controlled decomposition of organic materials. Compost is partially decomposed organic matter. Humus is completely decomposed organic matter. Mulch is organic or inorganic materials spread on the soil surface. HOT / FAST / ACTIVE COMPOSTING Kills weed seeds, pests, and plant pathogens in the process. Requires several elements to succeed: Minimum size: 3’ x 3’ x 3’ (1 cubic yard) Blend of GREENS and BROWNS • Proper moisture content • Frequent turning to provide air • Particle size of less than 2"-3" http://www.miami-dade.ifas.ufl.edu/ HIGH NITROGEN GREEN grass clippings, manure, kitchen scraps. HIGH CARBON BROWN twigs, leaves, sawdust and wood chips. Ideal carbon/nitrogen ratio: 30:1

En mi trabajo de arbolista, las personas me preguntan:

En el comercio existen cientos de contenedores diferentes

“¿Por qué, si en los bosques no hay que poner fertilizantes

que harán que la elaboración del compost en la casa. Los

a los árboles, en mi jardín sí tengo que hacerlo?” La respuesta

más populares y eficientes son los llamados “tambores de

es simple.

compostaje”. Por lo general, cuestan entre $200 y $700

Mientras que en el bosque las hojas caídas, los árboles muertos

aproximadamente, en función de su diseño y capacidad.

y el estiércol de los animales aportan todos los nutrientes

Para los residentes de apartamentos o condominios, las máquinas

necesarios para el buen crecimiento de los árboles, nosotros

de compostaje eléctricas con doble bote son la mejor opción.

destruimos el proceso natural de fertilización al rastrillar las

Con casi el tamaño de un refrigerador compacto, estas máquinas

hojas de nuestro jardín.

son suficientemente pequeñas para colocarlas sobre un mostrador

En las áreas urbanas, como Miami Beach, el suelo no es tan rico. Por esta razón, tenemos que esforzarnos un poco más para enriquecer el suelo antes de poder eliminar los fertilizantes

o debajo de una mesa. Algunos botes de compostaje eléctricos cuestan menos de $900 y reciclan los desperdicios alimentarios en apenas 24 horas.

sintéticos. El reconocimiento de este hecho es el núcleo del

El lombricompostaje (elaboración de abono de lombriz) suele ser

movimiento de jardinería orgánica, que ha popularizado la

el mejor método de compostaje

práctica del compostaje.

en casa.

Esta práctica tiene también otras ventajas. Ayuda a evitar la

Como pasa con muchas cosas, el paso más duro es empezar. Ya

presencia de desechos orgánicos en los vertederos y, de este

sea que viva en un apartamento, en una casa o en una granja,

modo, a reducir los efectos nocivos para el medio ambiente.

usted puede ayudar a reducir las emisiones de gases de efecto

Muchos entusiastas del reciclaje notan que lo único que va al bote

invernadero al tomar la decisión de convertir en compost estos

de basura son los desperdicios de alimentos. Pero incluso estos

materiales orgánicos. No desperdicie tiempo. ¡Empiece ahora!

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2,741 NEW SPOTS WAITING FOR YOU Miami Beach recently opened new municipal garages for your parking convenience. Sunset Harbour Garage, 460 spots Pennsylvania Avenue (17 Street), 550 spots City Hall (18 Street & Meridian Avenue), 650 spots 5 Street & Alton Road, 1,081 spots For a listing of additional parking spots, visit miamibeachfl.gov/parking

GETTING TO PLACES AND SPACES Collins Ave.

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HEALTH AND FITNESS SALUD Y APTITUD

Consider Yourself Served

More than JUST A WORKOUT routine...IT’S FUN!

Jackie Gonzalez

hinking of starting a workout routine, but not quite sure what to do?

There are a number of things that you can do to turn your health around. If you want to take advantage of the nice spring weather, playing tennis is one of the best outdoor activities. One of the greatest aspects of tennis is that playing it can be fun and also a great way to meet new friends. Any activity you truly enjoy doing will not feel like a burden, and when it’s time to get active, you’ll look forward to it. Playing tennis on a regular basis has a number of physical and mental health benefits such as stress relief, weight loss and it can also help improve mobility, balance and strength. Tennis is a vigorous exercise. True, it can be challenging, especially if you’re just learning, but once you get the hang of it, tennis can be tremendously satisfying. Other health benefits include reducing the risk of high blood pressure, improving your circulatory system and lowering your risk

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for heart disease, strokes and diabetes. This great cardiovascular exercise also increases muscle mass. “Tennis is such a complete exercise, than when I play I don’t need to go to the gym. I play at both North Shore and Flamingo and take lessons and clinics. I’ve made great friends there," stated Dolores Hirsh, member of the City’s Tennis Advisory Committee.

STILL NOT SURE? Did you know that playing singles for one hour burns approximately 600 calories in men and 420 calories in women - making it as effective as a spin class or lifting weights? Playing tennis is accessible, you can participate in a tennis clinic at one of Miami Beach’s tennis centers or simply playing at our neighborhood courts can get you started. Tennis is also a safe sport with minimal risk of injury. Whether you’re a former tennis player or you are trying it for the first time, don’t forget to stretch before starting your game. And like with any other sport, consult your physician, before engaging in any physical activity.

Visit your Miami Beach neighborhood courts and play for free: (No lessons permitted) Visite las canchas de tenis más cercanas a usted y juegue gratis: (No se permiten lecciones) • Fairway Park 200 Fairway Drive

• Palm Island Park 159 Palm Avenue • MB Golf Club Tennis 2301 Alton Road • Normandy Shores 2401 Biarritz Drive • Polo Park 805 - 42 Street Report unathorized lessons to 305.673.7730. Reporte lecciones sin autorización al 305.673.7730.

HEALTH AND FITNESS SALUD Y APTITUD

Considérese Servido

MÁS QUE UNA RUTINA DE EJERCICIOS...ES DIVERTIDO!

UPDATE

Jackie Gonzalez

ensando en comenzar una rutina de ejercicios, pero no muy seguro de qué hacer?

Hay una serie de cosas que usted puede hacer para mejorar su salud. Si usted desea tomar provecho del clima primaveral, jugar al tenis es una de las mejores actividades al aire libre. Uno de los grandes aspectos del tenis es que jugar puede ser divertido y una buena manera de conocer nuevos amigos. Cualquier actividad que usted realmente disfrute hacer no se sentirá como una carga, y cuando llega el momento de hacer la actividad física, usted estará dispuesto y a la expectativa de hacerlo. Jugar al tenis con regularidad tiene varios beneficios para la salud física y mental, tales como el alivio del estrés, pérdida de peso y también puede ayudar a mejorar la movilidad, el equilibrio y la fortaleza. El tenis es un ejercicio vigoroso. Es cierto que puede ser un reto, especialmente si usted está aprendiendo, pero una vez que se enganche, tenis puede ser tremendamente satisfactorio. Otros beneficios incluyen la reducción del riesgo de presión arterial alta, mejoría de su sistema circulatorio y la reducción del riesgo de enfermedades del corazón, derrames cerebrales y diabetes. Este gran

ejercicio cardiovascular también aumenta la masa muscular. “El tenis es un ejercicio tan completo, que cuando juego no necesito ir al gimnasio. Juego en ambos North Shore y Flamingo, y tomo lecciones y clínicas. He hecho grandes amigos allí”, nos dijo Dolores Hirsh, miembro del Comité Asesor de Tenis de Miami Beach.

Aún no está seguro? ¿Sabía usted que un juego individual de tenis durante una hora quema aproximadamente 600 calorías en los hombres y 420 calorías en las mujeres por lo cual es tan eficaz como una clase de “spinning” en bicicletas ó levantar pesas? Además jugar al tenis es accesible, puede participar en una clínica de tenis en uno de los centros de tenis de Miami Beach ó simplemente para ayudarle a comenzar puede jugar en las canchas cercanas a usted. El tenis es un deporte seguro con un mínimo riesgo de lesión. Si usted es un ex jugador de tenis ó lo va a tratar por primera vez, no se olvide de estirar los músculos antes de comenzar el juego. Y al igual que con cualquier otro deporte, no se olvide de consultar a su médico antes de participar en cualquier actividad física.

isit Your New Tennis Center at Flamingo Park

he City of Miami Beach began reconstructing the new Tennis Center in May of 2012 as part of our capital improvements program.

THE PROJECT INCLUDED:

• Demolition and replacement of existing Tennis Center • 17 new clay tennis courts • New lighting • Landscaping and irrigation For more information call 305.673.7761 or visit us at www.miamibeachparks.com

Visite su Nuevo Centro de Tennis en el Parque Flamingo

a Ciudad de Miami Beach comenzó a reconstruir el centro de tenis nuevo en mayo del 2012 como parte de su programa de mejoras capitales. EL PROYECTO INCLUYÓ: • Demolición y reposición del Centro de Tennis existente • 17 nuevas canchas de tenis de arcilla • Nueva iluminación • Jardinería y riego Para más información llame al 305.673.7761 ó visitenos al www.miamibeachparks.com

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Summer Camp D is Almost Her e!

un adventures await you at Miami Beach Parks & Recreation. Structured supervised All-Day Summer Camp programs are offered for children in grades K-12 (trial week for five year olds). Our camp will run weekdays for eight-weeks from June 10 - August 2 with a “mini-camp” from August 5 - 16. Camp facilities will open daily Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. (All Day Camp facilities will be staffed Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.). Many fun-filled activities include games, sports, arts and crafts, field trips, themed events, ice skating, tournaments, swimming and more (no camp on July 4th). Camp locations vary by age.

DAY CAMP FEES $525 for Miami Beach residents ($300 sibling) and $775 for non-residents (includes $75 activity fee). Proof of residency and participant report card required. Fee reductions and/or waivers are available for qualified Miami Beach residents, visit our website for refund policy and more details. No daily passes available.

How DO I sign up? Summer Camp registration is still open for some of our camps and specialty camps. Visit our website at www.miamibeachparks.com to register online or stop by the facility your child would like to attend for availability information. Camps may be cancelled if minimum registration is not met. Register early...camps have limited space!

Age Group by Location Entering Grades/Grado entrante:

PeeWees (K-1st) Primers (2nd-3rd) Jrs. (4th-5th) Pre-Teens (6th-8th) Teens (9th-12th) 21st Street Rec. Center/Teen Club

PT/T

Flamingo Park at PAL

Tots/PW/P

Muss Park

PW/P

North Shore Park Youth Center

Tots/PW/P/J

Scott Rakow Youth Center

J/PT

Fairway Park

PT/T

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ivertidas aventuras les espera en Parques y Recreo de Miami Beach. Estaremos ofreciendo programas supervisados y estructurados de Campamentos de Verano para niños y adolescentes entre los grados K-12 (Ofrecemos una semana de prueba para niños de cinco años). Nuestros campamentos se llevan a cabo de lunes a viernes durante ocho semanas del 10 de junio al 2 de agosto con un “pequeño campamento” del 5 al 16 de agosto. Las localidades estarán funcionando diariamente de lunes a viernes de 9 a.m. a 5 p.m. (Todas las localidades donde se ofrecen campamentos diarios estarán supervisadas de lunes a viernes de 8:00 a.m. a 6:00 p.m.) Algunas de las divertidas actividades incluye juegos, deportes, artes manuales, paseos, eventos especiales, patinaje sobre hielo, torneos, natación y más (cerramos el 4 de julio). La localidad de los campamentos varia según las edades. (vea la tabla de las localidades por edad en la columna de la izquierda.)

COSTO DE LOS CAMPAMENTOS El costo de los campamentos es de $525 para residentes de Miami Beach ($300 hermano) y $775 para no-residentes (incluye los $75 del costo de las actividades). Se requiere comprobante de residencia y las calificaciones de la escuela del participante. Costo reducidos ó becas son disponibles para residentes de Miami Beach que califiquen, visítenos en el internet para información sobre la poliza de retornos y para más detalles. No ofrecemos pases diario.

COMO ME INSCRIBO? La inscripción de los campamentos está abierta todavía para algunos de nuestros campamentos diarios y campamentos especiales. Visítenos en el internet www.miamibeachparks.com para inscribirse ó pase por la localidad que le interesaría que su hijo(a) participara para información sobre la disponibilidad. Los campamentos pueden ser cancelados sino cumplen la inscripción mínima. Inscríbase temprano...el espacio es limitado!

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AT A GLANC

SPECIALTY CAMP

LOCATION

SERIES

AGES/GR

RES/NR

Aquatic Life & Nature

Normandy Isle

8 - 12 years

$150 / $270

Aquatic Life & Nature

South Pointe Park

E, F

8 - 12 years

$150 / $270

Beach Bum

South Pointe Park

AB, CD, GH

6th - 12th grade

$250 / $450

Cheerleading

Scott Rakow Youth Center

3 - 6 grade

$125 / $225

Dance

Scott Rakow Youth Center

2 - 5 grade

$175 / $315

Fine Arts Painting

Scott Rakow Youth Center

B, I

8 - 12 years

$200 / $360

Fishing 1

Stillwater Park

AB, CD, EF, GH

9 - 17 years

$275 / $495

Golf/Tennis Jr. Camp 2

Normandy Shores Golf Club

A, B, C, E, F

6 - 16 years

$350 / $375

Gymnastics

Scott Rakow Youth Center

2 - 6 grade

$150 / $270

Ice Skating

Scott Rakow Youth Center

B, C

6 - 15 years

$225 / $405

Jr. Lifeguard

Scott Rakow Youth Center

D, E, H

8 - 14 years

$150 / $270

Kayak

Normandy Isle

I, J

8 - 14 years

$150 / $270

Learn to Swim

Scott Rakow Youth Center

7 - 15 years

$125 / $225

Outdoor Swimming

Scott Rakow Youth Center

C, G

7 -15 years

$125 / $225

Tennis by Bollettieri 3

North Shore/Flamingo Tennis

A, B, C , D , E , F, G, H , I, J 4 -18 years

$250

Theater

21st Rec. Center

H, I

5th - 11th grade

$150 / $270

Video Production

Miami Ad School

12 - 16 years

$100 / $180

Water Polo

Scott Rakow Youth Center

8 - 15 years

$125 / $225

1 Fishing: Weekly fee available. 2 Taught by PGA and USPTA Certified Instructors. Additional series from June 3 -7, 2013, call 305.868.6502 for information. 3 Camp run by Bollettieri as of the time of printing of this Recreation Review magazine and may be subject to change. Daily fee $60; camp runs 10 am - 3 pm. A wide variety of Specialty Camps, focusing on particular interests, provides the campers with an opportunity to pursue a hobby or learn something new. Weekly series dates are from June 10 until August 16 from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. (except Video Production half day). Una variedad de campamentos especiales enfocados en un interés específico le brindan la oportunidad de disfrutar de un pasatiempo ó aprender algo nuevo. Series semanales de junio 10 al 16 de agosto de 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. (excepto Video Production 1/2 día).

Half day Camp designed for children three to four years old. Campamento de medio día para niños de 3 a 4 años de edad. DATES

Series A

6/10 - 6/14

Series F

7/15 - 7/19

Series B

6/17 - 6/21

Series G

7/22 - 7/26

Series C

6/24 - 6/28

Series H

7/29 - 8/02

Series D

7/01 - 7/05

Series I

8/05 - 8/09

Series E

7/08 - 7/12

Series J

8/12 - 8/16

No camp on July 4 (Cerramos el 4 de julio)

CAMP FOR TOTS LOCATION

2013 Camp Series

AGES

TIME

RES/NRES

NSPYC

06/10 - 08/02

3 - 4 yrs.

9 am - 12 pm

$275/$500

Flamingo

06/10 - 08/02

3 - 4 yrs.

9 am - 12 pm

$275/$500

Be on the lookout...the Recreation Review Year-Round Edition is coming to your mailbox May 2013 Please note that for ALL Camps dates, times and fees are subject to change. Camps may be cancelled due to lack of enrollment. www.miamibeachparks.com

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S s t r o p s s S P M A C CA ABOUT CAMP

Register at 21 Street or Normandy Isle Park. All Sports Camps meet at Normandy Isle Park, 7030 Trouville Esplanade. Softball available for girls. Bring your own lunch and appropriate sport equipment. For additional questions call 305.993.2021. Inscríbase en el 21 Street ó Normandy Isle Park. Todos los campamentos se reunirán en Normandy Isle Park, 7030 Trouville Esplanade. Softball disponible para niñas. Traiga su almuerzo y el equipo apropiado para el deporte que va a participar. Para preguntas adicionales llame al 305.993.2021. Time (Horario): 8:30 am - 5:00 pm ALL Series (Todas las series): $1,100 res. ($2,000 non-res.) 5 Series: $675 res. ($1,225 non-res.)

SPORT

INSTRUCTOR

SERIES AGES/GR RES/NR

Basketball

Recreation Staff

B, C

7 - 13 years

$150/$270

Tennis

City/TBA

7 - 13 years

$125/$225

Soccer

Coach Marcelo Di Risio

E, I

5 - 13 years

$150/$270

Flag Football

Recreation Staff

7 - 13 years

$150/$270

Baseball

Coach Jorge Sanchez

7 - 13 years

$150/$270

Golf

PGA members

7 - 13 years

$150/$270

2013 Camp Series Series A

6/10 - 6/14

Series F

7/15 - 7/19

Series B

6/17 - 6/21

Series G

7/22 - 7/26

Series C

6/24 - 6/28

Series H

7/29 - 8/02

Series D

7/01 - 7/05

Series I

8/05 - 8/09

Series E

7/08 - 7/12

Series J

8/12 - 8/16

No camp on July 4th (Cerramos el 4 de julio)

Traveling Soccer

SCAN FOR FUN

Try-Outs

FLAMINGO PARK SOCCER FIELD • 14 STREET & MERIDIAN AVE June 3 - 5 • 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. Age groups (Edades): U9, U10, U11, U12, U14, U16 “Pruebe” para formar parte del equipo de viaje de futbol. Las pruebas serán del 3 - 5 de junio • 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. For more information contact Edith Guerra at 305-673-7767 or miamibeachsoccer@live.com Photo by: Antonio Hernandez 42 MB magazine | Spring 2013

For information on our Traveling Baseball Try-outs for North Shore Park, please contact Javier Fulgueira at 305.861.3616.

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Year-round family events Parks & Recreation planned just for you! ° ° ¡Eventos anuales de Parques y Recreo planeados para usted! Movie in the Park

Be on the LOOKOUT for the 2013 Year-Round Edition of the Recreation Review with a Summer pull-out coming out in May!

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r Mark you Calendar!

Este pendiente, en mayo, a la edición 2013 del Recreation Review el cual incluye una guía de Verano que se desprende para su comodidad!

For movie title & time visit: (Para la pélicula y el horario visite:) www.miamibeachparks.com Scott Rakow Youth Center 2700 Sheridan Avenue

Bingo Night for Seniors MAY 21 • 6:00 PM • FREE

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An afternoon of Bingo, Food and Fun. Una tarde de Bingo, Comida y Diversión Convention Center Hall D Ballroom 1901 Convention Center Drive

• Visit our website at: > www.miamibeachfl.gov • Click on (right side): > subscribe • Select (check mark) > recreational programs

Special thanks to Global Spectrum for their generous support.

Playground Revue JuLY 11 • 7 PM

SUMMER

The 70 Annual Playground Revue, a traditional fun-filled night of entertainment will have junior, pre-teen and teen summer day campers perform: “Dancing through the Decades.” Fillmore Miami Beach 1700 Washington Ave. Show locations and dates for Flamingo, North Shore and Muss Park “Peewees and Primers” will be announced. th

Celebrando 70 años, el Playground Revue, una noche tradicional de baile y entretenimiento, presentará sus bailes con el tema: “Bailando atraves de las Décadas”. Las localidades de la presentación y las fechas de los “Peewees & Primers” de Flamingo, North Shore y Muss Park serán anunciadas.

Scan this code to dowload the free new Parks Mobile APP, an easy way to know what your parks have to offer. Escanee este código para descargar gratis la nueva “APP” Móvil de Parques, una forma fácil de aprender acerca de lo que sus parques ofrecen.

Visit Our Dog Parks • Belle Isle Park • Flamingo Park • North Shore Open Space Park • Pinetree Park • Washington Park For more information please call 305.673.7730 or visit www.miamibeachparks.com

Visit www.miamibeachparks.com for dances and other planned activites! (Visite miamibeachparks.com para bailes y otras actividades planeadas!) www.miamibeachparks.com

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facilities at a glance

21st Street Recreation Center 2100 Washington Ave. 305.673.7784

Beachview Park & Vita Course 53 Collins Ave. 305.861.3616

Belle Isle Park Island Ave. on Belle Isle 305-861-3616

Brittany Bay Park Indian Creek Dr. at 65 St. 305.673.7730

Crespi Park 7801 Crespi Blvd. 305.861.3616

Fairway Park 200 Fairway Dr. 305.993.2011

Fisher Park 50 Street & Alton Rd. 305.861.3616

Flamingo Park 11 St. at Jefferson Ave. 305.673.7766 (PAL) 305.531.5636 xt. 26

Indian Beach Park 46 St. & Collins Ave. 305.673.7720

La Gorce Park 6421 Alton Rd. 305.861.3616

Lummus Park Ocean Drive, 5 - 15 Sts. 305.673.7730

Marjory Stoneman Douglas Park 3 Street & Ocean Dr. 305.861.3616

Maurice Gibb Memorial Park/Boat Launch, 18 St. & Purdy Ave. 305.861.3616

Miami Beach Golf Club 2301 Alton Rd. 305.532.3350

Miami Beach SoundScape 1670 Washington Ave. 305.673.7730

Muss Park 4400 Chase Ave. 305.673.7765

Normandy Isle Park & Pool 7030 Trouville Esplanade 305.993.2021

Normandy Shores Golf Club 2401 Biarritz Drive 305.868.6502

Normandy Shores Park 2401 Biarritz Dr. 305.993.2021

North Shore Open Space 79-86 Sts. & Collins Ave. 305.673.7720

North Shore Park Bandshell/Amphitheater 7275 Collins Ave. 305.861.3616

North Shore Park & Youth Center 501 72 St. 305.861.3616

Palm Island Park 159 Palm Ave. 305.861.3616

Pinetree Park/Kayak Launch 45 Street & Pinetree Dr. 305.673.7730

Polo Park 4301 N. Michigan Ave. 305.861.3616

Scott Rakow Youth Center & Ice Rink 2700 Sheridan Ave. 305.673.7767

South Pointe Park 1 Washington Ave. 305.673.7006

Stillwater Park 8440 Hawthorne Ave. 305.993.2000

Tatum Park 8050 Byron Ave. 305.861.3616

Washington Park & Community Garden 201 2 St. 305.673.7766

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