R9AA - Discuss Commercial Vessel Pick-up/drop-off

Discussion Items - R9 R9AA

COMMISSION MEMORANDUM

RECOMMENDATION

BACKGROUND/HISTORY

Residents and stakeholders in the South of Fifth neighborhood have expressed a growing interest in improving the operational logistics of charter vessels utilizing the Miami Beach Marina (“Marina”). While prior efforts by the City—including enhanced enforcement by Code Compliance and the Police Department, as well as legislative measures limiting commercial vessel operating hours—have addressed some concerns, there remains a need to further streamline charter vessel activity. Specifically, there is a desire to establish a centralized location for passenger pick-up and drop-off—such as the Marina’s fuel dock or the dock adjacent to Monty’s—to reduce congestion, minimize noise impacts on nearby residential buildings, and enhance overall coordination of maritime operations in the area.

I would like to discuss with my colleagues, and the appropriate members of staff, the viability of a centralized pick-up/drop-off dock for charter operators at the Marina.

ANALYSIS

FISCAL IMPACT STATEMENT

N/A

Does this Ordinance require a Business Impact Estimate? (FOR ORDINANCES ONLY)

If applicable, the Business Impact Estimate (BIE) was published on: See BIE at: https://www.miamibeachfl.gov/city-hall/city-clerk/meeting-notices/

FINANCIAL INFORMATION

CONCLUSION

Applicable Area

South Beach

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 Mayor Steven Meiner

Sponsor(s)

Mayor Steven Meiner

Co-sponsor(s)

Condensed Title

Discuss Commercial Vessel Pick-Up/Drop-Off at Miami Beach Marina. (Meiner)

Previous Action (For City Clerk Use Only)