R7C - Name Flamingo Park Butterfly Garden

Resolutions - R7 C

R7 C A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, APPROVING ON A FIVE-SEVENTHS (5/7TH) VOTE, FOLLOWING A DULY NOTICED PUBLIC HEARING HELD PURSUANT TO SECTION 82-503(6) OF THE CITY CODE ON SEPTEMBER 17, 2025, THE NAMING OF THE BUTTERFLY GARDEN AT THE FLAMINGO PARK AS THE "JOY MALAKOFF BUTTERFLY GARDEN," AFTER LATE COMMISSIONER JOY MALAKOFF, AND THE INSTALLATION OF A COMMEMORATIVE PLAQUE AND SUPPORTING PEDESTAL. Applicable Area:

COMMISSION MEMORANDUM

DATE:

RECOMMENDATION

The Administration recommends approving by 5/7ths vote, the designation of the Butterfly Garden at the Flamingo Park as the “Joy Malakoff Butterfly Garden”, after late Commissioner Joy Malakoff, and installation of a commemorative plaque and supporting pedestal, following a duly noticed public hearing pursuant to Section 82-504(a) of the City Code.

BACKGROUND/HISTORY

Joy Van Wye Malakoff was a distinguished civic leader whose lifelong commitment to public service shaped the cultural, environmental, and historic character of the City of Miami Beach. Following a successful 32-year career in banking, she served as a Miami Beach City Commissioner and held leadership roles on the Planning Board, Zoning Commission, and Historic Preservation Board. Her influence was instrumental in shaping the city’s development.

Affectionately known as the “Queen of Miami Beach,” Joy championed for landmark civic projects including Ocean Terrace Park, the Miami Beach Convention Center renovation, and the restoration of treasured historic landmarks. Her enduring support for the arts was evident in her involvement with institutions such as the Wolfsonian, the Bass Museum, New World Symphony, and the Miami Beach Botanical Garden, where she served as a trusted advisor and Board Chair.

Joy’s received numerous accolades in recognition of her civic contributions including the Key to the City and the Mayor’s Shining Light Award. Her legacy of visionary leadership and compassionate service continues to inspire those who work and play in the City of Miami Beach.

At the May 21, 2025 Commission meeting, at the request of Commissioner Kristen Rosen Gonzalez, the Mayor and City Commission referred an item (C4 R) to the Public Safety and Neighborhood Quality of Life Committee (“PSNQLC”), to discuss the naming the Butterfly Garden at the Flamingo Park as the “Joy Malakoff Butterfly Garden “after late commissioner Joy Malakoff. (Exhibit A).

At its July 9, 2025 meeting, the Public Safety and Neighborhood Quality of Life Committee provided a favorable recommendation to the City Commission to designate the Butterfly Garden as the “Joy Malakoff Butterfly Garden”. To commemorate this tribute, a plaque measuring 12” x 12” and will be mounted on a supporting pedestal.

ANALYSIS

The budget for the production and installation of 12” x 12” plaque and supporting pedestal is $5,000.00, with funding allocated from the Parks and Recreation Department 2025 fiscal year budget.

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

The budget for the production and installation of a 12” x 12” plaque with a supporting pedestal shall not exceed $5,000, with funding allocated from the Parks and Recreation 2025 fiscal year budget.

CONCLUSION

The Administration recommends approving by 5/7ths vote, the designation of the Butterfly Garden at the Flamingo Park as the “Joy Malakoff Butterfly Garden”, after late Commissioner Joy Malakoff, and installation of a commemorative plaque and supporting pedestal, following a duly noticed public hearing pursuant to Section 82-504(a) of the City Code.

The budget for the production and installation of a 12” x 12” plaque with a supporting pedestal is $5,000, with funding allocated from the Parks and Recreation 2025 fiscal year budget.

Attachments:

Exhibit A – Referral Memo from May 21, 2025 Commission Meeting Item C4 R Exhibit B – Discussion Memo from July 9, 2025 PSNQLC Meeting Item NB10

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

Parks and Recreation

Sponsor(s)

Commissioner Kristen Rosen Gonzalez

Co-sponsor(s)

Condensed Title

NR- 2:05 p.m. PH, Name Flamingo Park Butterfly Garden after Comm Joy Malakoff. (KRG) PKS 5/7

Previous Action (For City Clerk Use Only)

Not reached on 9/17/2025 - R7 B

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COMMITTEE MEMORANDUM

RECOMMENDATION

The Parks and Recreation Department supports the naming of the Butterfly Garden at Flamingo Park as the “Joy Malakoff Butterfly Garden” in honor of the late Commissioner Joy Malakoff. This dedication recognizes her lifelong commitment to public service, and historic preservation in Miami Beach.

BACKGROUND/HISTORY

Joy Van Wye Malakoff was a distinguished civic leader, dedicated public servant, and lifelong advocate of Miami Beach’s cultural, environmental, and historic vitality. Following a successful 32-year career in banking, she turned her focus to public service, serving for many years as a Miami Beach City Commissioner. Her leadership extended across the Planning Board, Zoning Commission, and Historic Preservation Board, where she played a pivotal role in shaping the city’s future.

Affectionately known as the “Queen of Miami Beach,” Joy was a passionate advocate for landmark civic projects including Ocean Terrace Park, the Miami Beach Convention Center renovation, and the restoration of treasured historic sites. Her love for the arts was evident in her longstanding involvement with institutions such as the Wolfsonian, the Bass Museum, New World Symphony, and the Miami Beach Botanical Garden, where she served as a respected advisor and board chair.

Joy’s extraordinary contributions to civic life earned her numerous honors including the Key to the City and the Mayor’s Shining Light Award. Her enduring legacy of service, vision, and compassion continues to inspire those who follow in her footsteps.

ANALYSIS

At the May 21, 2025 Commission meeting, at the request of Commissioner Kristen Rosen Gonzalez, the Mayor and City Commission referred an item (C4 R) to the Public Safety and Neighborhood Quality of Life Committee (“PSNQLC”), to discuss the naming the Butterfly Garden at Flamingo Park as the “Joy Malakoff Butterfly Garden “after late commissioner Joy Malakoff. (Exhibit A).

The Parks and Recreation Department supports the naming of the Butterfly Garden at Flamingo Park as the “Joy Malakoff Butterfly Garden” in honor of the late Commissioner Joy Malakoff. This

dedication recognizes her lifelong commitment to public service, and historic preservation in Miami Beach.

To commemorate this tribute, a plaque will be installed. The plaque will measure 12” x 12” and will be mounted on a supporting pedestal. The estimated cost for production and installation is approximately $3,000 to $5,000.

FISCAL IMPACT STATEMENT

The proposed budget for the production and installation of a 12” x 12” plaque with a supporting pedestal shall not exceed $5,000, with funding allocated from our current fiscal year budget.

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

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

FINANCIAL INFORMATION

CONCLUSION

It is recommended that the Public Safety, Neighborhoods and Quality of Life Committee (PSNQLC) discuss and consider making a formal recommendation to name the Butterfly Garden at Flamingo Park the “Joy Malakoff Butterfly Garden”, and to approve the placement of a plaque in honor of the late Commissioner Joy Malakoff.

If recommended, and approved by the City Commission, the proposed budget for the production and installation of a 12” x 12” plaque with a supporting pedestal shall not exceed $5,000, with funding allocated from our current fiscal year budget.

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

Parks and Recreation

Sponsor(s)

Commissioner Kristen Rosen Gonzalez

Co-sponsor(s)

Condensed Title

Name Butterfly Garden at Flamingo Park after Late Commissioner Joy Malakoff (KRG)

RESOLUTION NO. - - - - - -

A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, APPROVING ON A FIVE-SEVENTHS (5/7THS) VOTE, FOLLOWING A DULY NOTICED PUBLIC HEARING HELD PURSUANT TO SECTION 82-503(6) OF THE CITY CODE ON SEPTEMBER 17, 2025, THE NAMING OF THE BUTTERFLY GARDEN AT THE FLAMINGO PARK AS THE "JOY MALAKOFF BUTTERFLY GARDEN," AFTER LATE COMMISSIONER JOY MALAKOFF, AND THE INSTALLATION OF A COMMEMORATIVE PLAQUE AND SUPPORTING PEDESTAL.

WHEREAS, at the May 21 , 2025 Commission meeting, at the request of Commissioner Kristen Rosen Gonzalez, the Mayor and City Commission referred an item (C4 R) to the Public Safety and Neighborhood Quality of Life Committee (the "PSNQLC"), to discuss the naming the butterfly garden at the Flamingo Park as the "Joy Malakoff Butterfly Garden" after late Commissioner Joy Malakoff; and

WHEREAS , Joy Van Wye Malakoff was a distinguished civic leader and dedicated public servant whose legacy shaped the cultural , environmental, and historic fabric of Miami Beach; and

WHEREAS, Commissioner Malakoff served for many years as Miami Beach City Commissioner and contributed to the City through her service and leadership on the Planning Board, Board of Adjustment, and Historic Preservation Board; and

WHEREAS, Joy Malakoff, who was affectionately known as the "Queen of Miami Beach," was a respected and dedicated public servant who championed key civic initiatives, including the revitalization of Ocean Terrace Park, the renovation of the Miami Beach Convention Center, and the preservation of historically significant sites; and

WHEREAS, her support for the arts and cultural institutions was steadfast, as demonstrated by her contributions to the Wolfsonian, the Bass Museum, the New World Symphony, and the Miami Beach Botanical Garden; and

WHEREAS, in recognition of her extraordinary civic contributions, Commissioner Malakoff was awarded the Key to the City and the Mayor's Shining Light Award ; and

WHEREAS, naming the butterfly garden at Flamingo Park in her honor is a fitting tribute that reflects her love of nature, public service, and the Miami Beach community; and

WHEREAS, at its July 9, 2025 meeting, the PSNQLC provided a favorable recommendation to the City Commission to name the butterfly garden as the "Joy Malakoff Butterfly Garden," commemorated by a 12" x 12" plaque mounted on a pedestal, with a $5,000.00 production and installation budget funded through the Parks and Recreation Department's Fiscal Year 2025 budget; and

WHEREAS, at its meeting on September 3, 2025, the City Commission approved the recommendation of the PSNQLC to name the butterfly garden at the Flamingo Park as the "Joy Malakoff Butterfly Garden," after the late Commissioner Joy Malakoff, and install a commemorative plaque and supporting pedestal; and

WHEREAS , at its meeting on September 3, 2025, the City Commission further directed the City Clerk to schedule a Public Hearing on the proposed butterfly garden naming and commemorative plaque and pedestal installation for September 17, 2025, pursuant to Section 82- 504(A) of the City Code; and

WHEREAS, the public hearing was not held during the September 17, 2025 City Commission meeting and was continued to the City Commission meeting on October 29, 2025.

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT DULY RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, that the Mayor and City Commission hereby approve on a five-sevenths (5/7ths) vote, following a duly noticed Public Hearing held pursuant to section 82-504(A) of the City Code, the naming of the butterfly garden at Flamingo Park as the "Joy Malakoff Butterfly Garden" after late Commissioner Joy Malakoff, and the installation of a commemorative plaque and supporting pedestal, in honor of Commissioner Joy Malakoff.

PASSED and ADOPTED this __ day of _ _ _ _ _ 2025.

Steven Meiner, Mayor

ATTEST:

Rafael E. Granado, City Clerk

(Sponsored by Commissioner Kristen Rosen Gonzalez)

APPROVED AS TO FORM & LANGUAG E & FOR EXECUTION

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