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Home My WebLink AboutR-02-0805J-02-750 7/9/02 RESOLUTION NO. 0 5 A RESOLUTION OF THE MIAMI CITY COMMISSION RELATED TO THE AMERICAN LIFE LINE FOUNDATION "TRIBUTE TO AMERICA", TO BE HELD AT JAMES L. KNIGHT INTERNATIONAL CENTER ON SEPTEMBER 11, 2002; AUTHORIZING THE WAIVER OF FEES AND PERMITS PERMISSIBLE BY LAW AND THE PROVISION OF SERVICES, IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $11,000.00; AUTHORIZING THE ALLOCATION OF FUNDS FROM THE SPECIAL EVENTS ACCOUNT, CODE NO. 001000921054.289; SAID AUTHORIZATIONS CONDITIONED UPON THE (1) ORGANIZATION'S DESIGNATION BY THE INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE AS A 501(C)(3) ORGANIZATION PRIOR TO THE EVENT TAKING PLACE, OR IN THE ALTERNATIVE, THE ORGANIZER CO -SPONSORING THE EVENT WITH A DESIGNATED 501(C)(3) ORGANIZATION; (2) THE ORGANIZERS (A) OBTAINING ALL PERMITS REQUIRED BY LAW; (B) PAYING FOR ALL OTHER NECESSARY COSTS OF CITY SERVICES AND APPLICABLE FEES ASSOCIATED WITH SAID EVENT; (C) OBTAINING INSURANCE TO PROTECT THE CITY IN THE AMOUNT AS PRESCRIBED BY THE CITY MANAGER; AND (D) COMPLYING WITH ALL CONDITIONS AND LIMITATIONS AS MAY BE PRESCRIBED BY THE CITY MANAGER. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA: Section 1. The waiver of fees and permits permissible by the Code of the City of Miami, Florida, as amended, and the J u L Q 9 ?002 ,�yi 2 V "-6V ly F, L; �. provision of services, in an amount not to exceed $11,000.00, are authorized for the American Life Line Foundation "Tribute To America", to be held at James L. Knight International Center on September 11, 2002, with the allocation of funds authorized from the Special Events Account, Code No. 001000921054.289. Section 2. The herein authorizations are conditioned upon the (1) Organization's designation by the Internal Revenue Service as a 501(c)(3) Organization prior to the event taking place, or in the alternative, the Organizer co -sponsoring the event with a designated 501(C)(3) organization; and (2) the Organizers (A) obtaining all permits required by law; (B) the Organizers paying for all other necessary costs of City services and applicable fees associated with said event; (C) obtaining insurance to protect the City in the amount as prescribed by the City Manager; and (D) complying with all conditions and limitations as may be prescribed by the City Manager. Section 3. This Resolution shall become effective immediately upon its adoption and signature of the Mayor.11 1� If the Mayor does not sign this Resolution, it shall become effective at the end of ten calendar days from the date it was passed and adopted. If the Mayor vetoes this Resolution, it shall become effective immediately upon override of the veto by the City Commission. Page 2 of 3 02-- 805 PASSED AND ADOPTED this 9th day of July 2002. MANUEL A. DIAZ,04AYOR ATTEST: PRISCILLA A. Tii6MPSON CITY CLERK APPROVED`�A '- O FORM --19D CORRECTNESS ND'RO VILARELLO ATTORNEY W6503:LB:13SS Page 3 of 3 02- 805 Jul 02 02 11:01a FROM : AMERICA"S LIFE LINE Commissioner Winton FAX NO. : 305 227 7077 13C XT June 25, 2002 Honorable Johnny L. Winton C'.ity Commissioner. City ci f lTtarni 300 Pan Amcrican Wiry tir ami, 1-1. 33133 Via Fax: 305 250 5335 Atte.: Jason Walk= Ocar N- r. tiVinton.: imp As p,.; -,r t our request during our sheet ng of Junc 19, we are hereby rc;quosiing the City of Miami to Co -Sponsor the FRE, F Y EN7, we arc hosting at the. Samcs L. Kuigxht Center on Sc,•pternhur 11, 2002. As we elpLzined to .=ou on our prumous latter we're hosts TribuM to ,4nw iea-A f'rsniutic Event a commemoration io alit to Armed Forces and all the mere and wamctt in turiform a -Ito rihk rutin lives everyday for M Americans. This FREL. }3VEN T will be done with the multieultwal collaboration. ofnazriy 1000 children gathered from the differom local schools their Orchestras, Dands and Choruses. It will not only be Mucatinnal but Uptitttt>zR and entiartairrino for the voting 2nd old from s11 tivslks of lila:. We'rc seeking to involve as many local'MunicipaWes as possible and we, now have ilia support of Congresswoman 11earia Rc s -'L ..nines, South Miami visor Robaba, Coral Cables Mayor 5icsnick, Homes7.ead Vice Mayvr I.osner, 'kliatni-Dade Police Dcpartmcnr Director Mr. Ahm-ex and the City of ;firm Commissioners Regalado and Gronzaie7 t. We would Ue to request The Cite oi'Miami to:Monsor 350 DannL•18 and all pcimi% for priinrtng rc4gWred by AAA Flag and Banner to he placed throughour the City of Miami on August 11. at a crust of 93.'- tOea. 2. We; would litre w regttest The Cit), ofINfsatni to waiw fees to cover forthe rental and operatiorW costs of the James L. Kn ght Center and the Riverfront FxMbidun I-Iatl. Thank you ibr t1w time and attention you }give; to this request. 2MAmen �ction wat� s mWE LM a W" „9IOOCae�dWAY3 a to-�.�.33M 02- 805 44:4-4 July 08, 2002 Mr. Carlos A. Gimenez City Manager City of Miami Miami, Fl. Dear Mr. Gimenez: On September 11, 2002, America's Life Line Foundation, a Non -Profit Organization, is hosting A Tribute to America - A Patriotic Event, one of our many Patriotic Events scheduled for this year. It will be a commemorative celebration, which will bring together Local Municipalities hosting one big event. It is also a dedication to our Armed Forces as well as all men and women in uniform who risk their lives every day for the brotherhood of man and for all Americans, to lift their spirits and show the world "We're America: Strong, Proud, Brave and Bold': This event, under the direction of Salvador Urdanavia formerly Director of Concerts at Madison Square Garden in New York, will be held at the James L Knight Convention Center. It will be a magnificent display of Patriotism, a showcase and collaboration of multicultural talent gathered from our Schools' Choruses and Orchestras, there will be close to one thousand children participating in this event as well as the men and women of uniform, to display their talents and perform along with several renowned guests, officials, and local talent the 218" Century Anthem and many other patriotic songs. It will not only be educational, entertaining and uplifting for our young, but for grown ups as well, from all walks of life. Miami will be the first City and birthplace of this Signature Event, which will engender similar events scheduled in various cities around the United States promoting Patriotism through the Arts in the 218` Century. There's a sense of urgency for this Patriotic Event to unite all Americans and bring back the Patriotism that has been lost in the last Century and we want you to become part of this one of a kind commemoration. We're seeking to involve as many local Municipalities as possible and with the support we have from U.S. Senator Graham, U.S. Congresswoman Ileana Ros-Lehtinen, U.S. Congressman Lincoln Diaz-Balart, South Miami Mayor Robaina, Coral Gables Mayor Slesnick, Homestead Vice -Mayor and other prominent officials, we're sure to get many to participate in order to provide the public with a FREE EVENT. We would appreciate your letter of support and any help you can give us to make this a great patriotic event. We would like to extend to you, your family and entire staff an invitation to join us and become a part of this uplifting, robust and dynamic Signature Event that provokes emotion through patriotism and music. Sincerely, - n Subi-niated Into the public Elsie Facio-Lince record 'n c®nn eot cn,",; Dit a? Director Special Events item -Won Priscilla - A. Thohn1 ,5.:_. City Clc�', AMMUCA!s LIFE LINE FOUNDATION 9100 coral Way SU to 10 - Miami, FL 33165 Tel. 305 227 0084 Fax. 305 227 7077 - wwwjmx is w felinefotmdation.com 02- 805 COMMITTEES: INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS GOVERNMENT REFORM CHAIR: SUBCOMMITTEE ON INTERNATIONAL OPERATIONS AND HUMAN RIGHTS VICE CHAIR: SUBCOMMITTEE ON WESTERN HEMISPHERE Congreo of the Oniteb btateg 30ouge of Aepreatitatibeg ILEANA ROS-LEHTINEN 18TH DISTRICT, FLORIDA July 2, 2002 Ms. Ann Miller President America's Life Line Foundation 9100 Coral Way Suite #10 Miami, FL 33128 Dear Ms. Miller: PLEASE RESPOND TO: ❑ 2160 RAYBURN BUILDING WASHINGTON, DC 20515-0916 (202)225-3931 FAX (202) 1-5620 , N DISTRICT OFFICE: 9210 SUNSET DRIVE SUITE 100 MIAMI, FL 33173 (305) 275-1800 FAX (305) 275-1801 I would like to take this opportunity to congratulate you on your upcoming patriotic commemorative concert "A Tribute to America A Patriotic Event". Your effort is ensuring that it will become Miami's premier signature event. Our community greatly needs a commemorative celebration which will bring together all of Miami Dade County's local municipalities hosting one big event. Of special importance is the fact that this is also a dedication to our armed forces and all men and women in uniform who risk their lives every day for the brotherhood of man and for all Americans to lift their spirits and show the world "We're America: Strong, Proud, Brave, and Bold." This event, under the direction of Salvador Urdanavia, formerly Director of Concerts at Madison Square Garden in New York, will be a magnificent display of patriotism, a showcase and collaboration of multicultural talent gathered from our school's student choruses and orchestras, and the men and women of uniform, to display their talents and to perform along with international singer Ted Maliaris and several renowned guests and officials, his 21" Century Anthem and many other patriotic songs. There's a sense of urgency for this patriotic event to unite all Americans and bring back the patriotism that has been lost in the last century and what better way to do so than by having this robust, diversified, dynamic event where a large segment of the community could participate. I sincerely hone many will ioin "A Tribute to America" and become part of this important and uplifting celebration that provokes emotion through patriotism and music IRL:hp Si a ly, I a os-Lehtinen Mem er of Congress Sijj t1 ;t sxt ?a1C li61ae _ I� b c. -7�`il/s Priscilla A. ► � .... . C, i t 02- 805 PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER BOB GRAHAM FLORIDA 'Uxttteb �fnfrs �521tate WASHINGTON, DC 20510-0903 June 26, 2002 Ms. Ann S. Miller, President Mr. Ted Maliaris America's Life Line Foundation 9100 Coral Way, Suite 10 Miami, Florida 33165-2067 COMMITTEES: FINANCE ENVIRONMENT AND PUBLIC WORKS VETERANS AFFAIRS SELECT COMMITTEE ON INTELLIGENCE ENERGY AND NATURAL RESOURCES Di, -at Amit and Ted: It was a pleasure meeting you at the "Heroes of 2001" stamp ceremony Monday, June 24`x, 2002. I am glad we had a chance to discuss your special project which will continuously reinforce the deep and abiding feelings we Americans have for our country. "Strong, Proud, Brave, Bold." These words from your original song describe the essence of what America is and this spirit is beautifully conveyed in your album "A Tribute to America: A 21" Century Anthem". Since September 11°i, America has suffered grievously." We have mourned our countrymen and watched in horror as monuments of our strength and our success crumbled before our very eyes. But out of the rubble, we have crawled. We have survived. We have rebuilt:' We have reinforced and recognized what it means to be Americans. We are proud of our nation and its amazing melting pot of races, ethnicities, religions and beliefs. We are now stronger than ever and your efforts to bring A Tribute to America - A Patriotic Event to the Miami area proves just how resilient Americans can be. Thank you for writing and recording such a beautiful song and organizing a patriotic day of remembrance which is sure to be a meaningful experience for all. You are both models of what good American citizens should be. With kind regards, BG/int Sincerely, Submitted Into.the..public United States Senator ;)r!d in cbhned;t On Zvi h iters jflb calx Fria+- iiiaA. �._. 2252 KILLEARN CENTER BLVD. 150 SOUTHEAST SECOND AVENUE 101 E. KENNEDY BLVD. 3RD FLOOR SUITE 1025 SUITE 3270 TALLAHASSEE, FL 32368 MIAMI, FL 331310 n �Tj�1A, FL 33602 PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER a v LINCOLN DIAZ-BALART 21ST DISTRICT, FLORIDA COMMITTEE ON RULES VICE CHAIRMAN, "n SUBCOMMITTEE ON RULES AND ORGANIZATION OF THE HOUSE COMMITTEE ON Congrem5 of the Unites 6tateg INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS (SENIORITY RETAINED) gouge of Aepregentatibeg Wa0ington, ;DC 20515-0921 July 2, 2002 Ms. Ann S. Miller President America's Life Line Foundation 9100 Southwest 24th Street, Suite 10 Miami, FL 33165-2067 Dear Ms. Miller: PLEASE REPLY TO h' WASHINGTON OFFICE u 404 CANNON HOUSE OFFICE RUILDI%,o WASHINGTON, DC 20515-0921 1202)225-4211 DISTRICT OFFICE 8525 N.W. 53RD TERRACE SUITE 102 MIAMI, FL 33166 13051470-8555 I was honored to receive your invitation to America's Life Line Foundation's "A Tribute to America - A Patriotic Event" to be held Wednesday, September 11, 2002. Unfortunately, I am unable to participate since the U.S. Congress will be in legislative session in Washington, D.C. However, I wanted to take advantage of this special moment to express my best wishes, and congratulate the many individuals whose hard work and dedication make the celebration of this important event possible. I would also like to take this opportunity to offer my support to the America's Life Line Foundation. It is thanks to organizations such as this that United States and the American people can have such bright futures. As the father of two boys, I thank and commend you for all your hard work and perseverance on behalf of our children and our armed forces. Once again, please receive my sincere best LDB:yf ly, for a 4cg6ssful celebration. Submitted Into the public. r ,ccr-4 jicorr�e ; ;'.:� 9 rYl.h item Priscilla A. "i City "L, PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER 02- 805 05 07/07/2002 23:02 305250545E ANGEL GONzALez COMMMION[R COMM (4tty oAniami, Ms. Ann Miller, President America's Life Line Foundation 9100 Coral Way Suite 10 Miami, pl. 33165 Dear Ms. Miller: I am proud to be a part of your o; Event scheduled for September 11, 2002. of this Tribute to America -A-Patriotic Eve and Stripes Forever Campaign are to be c leadership role in honoring our Armed Fo men and women in uniform who risk their brotherhood of man and for all Amerieam and show the world "We're America, Strl Bold." OFFICE PAGE 01 P.O. box 030700 MIAMI. P60912A 3320"708 1306) 80"430 FAX <70x? ifo.asM111 nization's Signature u and the organizers promoting out Stars emended for taking a Os as well as all the res every day for the To lift their spirits J, Prosed, Brave and Since Miami will be the first City d "birthplace of this unique event, I encourage my colleagues om all Miami -Dade County municipalities to join with me in articipating in this display of Patriotism. I look forward to working with you and for the patriotism of our country. Sincerely, Acl Gonzalez Commissioner this signature event rec...ord in c®nP c, r,' _,m vk'.) item 6 0n�-f-- Friscilla A. Thrompsc t City CIS , 02— 805 07/01/2002 02:59 305885490B.. FOREIGN PARTS DIST PAGE 02 CUBA irAMERIC eff VETER"S'.e4+S.SOMY10N CAVA, )NG Awehm*n de vereranos CulSacno.Amerteanor A 0. B= 14030S _ Carel Crab M Florida 53,1,14-0305 July 01, 2002 Ms. Elsie Ficio-Line LL America's Life Line Foundation - 9100 Conal Way. Suite IO Miami, Florida 33165.. . Dear Ms. FacioLitnce On behalf of the board of directors, we acknowledge and 80OO invitation Vd S mory°w to have our or Snuixation's Color Guard paweipete in the weal to be iuld at the James L. Kniit Center in Miami, Florida ori Septecmber 1 ` 2802 at X 7:OfiP3vt Sincerely, uan Carrocera Director Su6brnq�t�° retord in. onn f item 0r I - Pris6lla A. - a .02- 805 Mercedes Toural Associate Superintendent for Education Nereida L Santa -Cruz Assistant Superintendent Curriculum Support and Innovative Programs !ilia Garcia Administrative Director Division of Life Skills and Special Projects June 26, 2002 Ms. Elsie Facio-Lince American Life Line Foundation 9100 Coral Way, Suite 10 Miami, FL 3 161 t A Dear Ms. -Lince: smi-Dade County School Board Perla Tabares Hantman, Chair Dr. Michael M. Krop, Vice Chair Frank J. Bolanos Frank J. Cobo Dr. Robert B. Ingram Betsy H. Kaplan Manty Sabates Morse Dr. Marta P6rez Dr. Solomon C. Stinson Superintendent of Schools Merrett R. Sderheim It was a pleasure to meet you and Ms. Ann Miller from America's Life Line Foundation, and hear of your plans for a patriotic entertainment program to commemorate September 11 for our community. I understand tFat_:on; September 11, 2002, America's Life Line Foundation will host a Tribute to America - A Patriotic Event;`and that you expect our community's municipalities to be involved and sponsor this event. 1 also understand that you have contacted various high schools' music programs and have received a favorable response from them as to their participation. The Division of Life Skills and Special Projects wishes you and the other members of your staff, working on this timely and uplifting celebration, great success. Although, because of constraints in the Miami -Dade County Public Schools' budget, we are not able to financially assist in this endeavor with transportation or other costs, we understand the importance and significance that a program of this magnitude may have in our community. I look forward to hearing about your process in achieving this patriotic goal and in producing this magnificent display of patriotism. Since ly ilia Garcia Administrative Director LG/sc. cc: Ms. Mercedes Toural Mrs. Nereida 1. Santa -Cruz Mr. James Smith Mr. R. T. Davis Submitted Into the public rzcord in connection with ite'm 1 e on ? • R _ 6p. Priscilla A. Thompson City Clerk Division of Life Skills and Special Projects -1500 Biscayne Boulevard, Suite #317 - Miami, FL 33932 www.dadeschools net 02- 805 TOMAs REGALADO CHAIRMAN June 25, 2002 Ms. Ann S. Miller, President America's Life Line Foundation 9100 Coral Way, Suite 10 Miami, Florida 33165 Dear Ms. Miller, P.O. BOX 330708 MIAMI, FLORIDA 33233.0708 (305) 250-5420 FAX (305) 856-5230 It is indeed an honor to be invited to your signature event, "A Tribute To America". America's Life Line Foundation will make a great contribution to the City of Miami, Miami -Dade County, and the nation through this event. I commend you and the organizers for your commitment to patriotism. I am certain that this endeavor will strengthen the spirit of America on this significant occasion. Sincerely, C' ow Tomas Rega ado City of Miami Commissioner District 4 Submitted Into the public in connect'on with iLei'n _]2 on 7_q.d3 Priscilla A. Thomps& City C1&1. 02 805 07/07/2002 23:02 3OE250545E COM KNZALEZ OFFICE PAG_ 01 ANGEL GONZALEZ COMMI"10NER !4itp Of 'etia,ml, Ms. Ann Miller, President America's Life Line Foundation 9100 Coral Way Suite 10 Miami, Fl. 33165 Dear Ms. Miller: I am proud to be a part of your - o Event scheduled for September 11, 2002. of this Tribute to America -A -Patriotic Eve and Stripes Forever Campaign are to be c leadership role in honoring our Armed Fc men and women in uniform who risk their brotherhood of man and for all American and show the world "We're America, Strl Bold." i -Ylra P.C. sex 330700 MIAE.; FLORIDA 33233-0708 (406) Rf"430 VAX (308) 28a5490 nization's Signature u and the organizers promoting out Stars mended for taking a ;s as well as all the es every day for the To lift their spirits r, Proud, Brave and Since Miarni will be the first City d 'birthplace of this unique event, I encourage my colleagues rom all Miami -Dade County municipalities to join with me in articipating in this display of Patriotism. I look forward to working with you and for the patriotism of our country. Sincerely, �-" r A el Gonzalez Commissioner this signature event tf� item _l l_or, _.?-�• o y Prisdia A. pity. 02— 805