C4S - Discuss Nightlife Task Force Recs

Committee Referrals - C4 S

COMMISSION MEMORANDUM

RECOMMENDATION

BACKGROUND/HISTORY

ANALYSIS

Please place on the May 21, 2025 agenda a referral to the Public Safety and Neighborhood Quality of Life Committee to discuss recommendations from the Ad Hoc Nightlife Task Force Advisory Committee (the “Committee”) at its April 10, 2025 meeting regarding Spring Break policies, nightlife regulation modernization, public safety, and marketing strategies, as communicated via LTC No. 175-2025. Specifically, I would like for my colleagues to consider the following four (4) motions that were adopted unanimously:

1. Spring Break Policies and Permitting To review and clarify existing Spring Break regulations—particularly those governing entertainment, crowd queuing, and inconsistent enforcement of business operation rules.

2. Entertainment Regulations and Collateral Issues To review of current ordinances affecting nightlife establishments to ensure they reflect the modern-day reality of operations across various formats, including restaurants, lounges, and clubs. Specific concerns include: · Operational and cost challenges associated with sidewalk cafés · The 40% food sales requirement for late-night venues · The 2 AM alcohol service ban, associated fees, and penalties

3. Policing and Public Safety To arrange a meeting with the Chief of Police and the Committee to address concerns regarding police response times, visibility, staffing levels, and the impact of homelessness in nightlife areas. The goal is to promote a well-lit, welcoming environment that fosters a sense of safety for residents, tourists, and visitors.

4. Communications and Marketing To develop a positive marketing campaign to promote the broader appeal of Miami Beach—

including its nightlife amenities—in contrast to prior negative Spring Break messaging. The aim is to attract events and activations that reflect the city's diverse, high-quality experiences.

FISCAL IMPACT STATEMENT

N/A

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FINANCIAL INFORMATION

CONCLUSION

Applicable Area

Citywide

Was this Agenda Item initially requested by a lobbyist which, as defined in Code Sec. 2-481, includes a principal engaged in lobbying? No

If so, specify the name of lobbyist(s) and principal(s):

Department

Office of Commissioner Laura Dominguez

Sponsor(s)

Commissioner Laura Dominguez

Co-sponsor(s)

Condensed Title

Ref: PSNQLC - Ad Hoc Nightlife Task Force Advisory Committee Recommendations. (LD)

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