HomeMy WebLinkAboutItem #10A - Discussion ItemAlonso, Elvi G.
From: Karen Cartwright [cartwrightk@hotmail.com]
Sent: Tuesday, January 30, 2001 11:29 AM
To: Alonso, Elvi G.
Subject: Agenda City Of Miami, February 22 2001
Ms. Alonso:
I am requesting a personal appearance at the February 22, 2001 meeting
of
the City of Miami Commission Meeting.
The topic of discussion is Overtown and issues that affect and relate to
its
improvement.
Sincerely
Karen Cartwright
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Salutation: Good Morning
Introduction:
Mr. City Manager I requested this forum because I am confused as to the mode of
communication in the City of Miami Administrative offices.
What is the accepted language while conducting business in the City. In fairness Mr Manager
our employees should not be asked to be bilingual if one segment of the community refuses to
participate. Parks and Recreation, and Building Maintenance are two departments where bi-
lingualism does not work. It can become an extremely_a.dangerous situation in an emergency.
What other forms of media can be used to advertise vacant positions? Apparently your current
forms of advertising are not meeting the demand.
Mr. Manager/ Mr. City Attorney what is the policy regarding employees starting and operating a
business from a City Park. If such an agreement exists how does the city benefit and how many
employees enjoy these privileges.
Does the Baseball Academy at Grapeland Park have a contract and if not why not?
Does the Academy give the City documentation concerning revenues collected, liability
insurance and other paperwork associated with their day to day operations? If not why, are they
still in business?
What is the status on bids to replace the Overtown Shopping Center's roof and air-conditioning
system? Are there bids in circulation to find a painting contractor, maintenance contractor to
replace ceiling tiles, clean and sanitize the air-conditioning ducts? An electrical contractor to
repair and replace lights and signs in the front and rear parking lots also include the breeze way.
Include a contractor to resurface front and rear parking lots and to allocate parking spaces that
meet code.
Can the Department of Public Works install steps in the rear of the N.E.T office?
Who is responsible for installing drainage? The rear parking lots' drainage is inadequate.
Tenants needs should be addressed expeditiously. Please explain the terms of the contract under
which Crown Supermarket is operating compared to other businesses operating in the Shopping
Center and expound on the differences.
What is the City' position on abandoned and dilapidated structures that the owners do not
secure? Can we step up the code compliance on properties that are in default?
My heartfelt thanks to the Code Enforcement staff in Overtown. They are doing a great job with
limited resources.
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Will the Overtown N.E.T. service area receive a Sanitation Inspector say in the next month or
two?
Where are the trash cans?
Why are motorists allowed to park on Fourth Avenue between Fifteen and Seventeen Streets and
Nineteenth Street between Fifth Place and Fifth Avenue?
Why are there no signs posted discouraging this behavior? Can we ask the Police Department to
enforce the No Parking area, although there are no posted signs and then get them posted?
Can I get a specific date when Ninth Street between Second and Third Avenues will be
accessible? It is creating problems for motorists that are unfamiliar with the area. The
homeless also use it as a feeding site and we would like to discourage this activity.
How soon can we expect the Department responsible for posting signs in the Parks to install the
following signs?
1. No driving or parking on the grass
2. No Dogs allowed without a leash
3. No Alcoholic beverages allowed
4. No parking beyond this point
Which department is responsible for the extermination / fumigation to remove vermin in our
recreational facilities?
How soon can we expect a biographical plaque on Mr. Williams? Since we named the park at
1717 N.W 5th Avenue in his honor. No one seems to know much about him.
Mr. Raul Garcia promised me approximately eighteen months ago soil in Williams and Gibson
Parks. Can I get a firm commitment as to delivery?
Does the city employ a landscaper if so is he only working at Curtiss Park? Can anyone explain
why Curtiss Park has three maintenance men and also uses the property maintenance crew?
We do not see that type of activity in any other park to my knowledge.
When the city purchase equipment for the Parks Department is it for a specific park or is it used
all over the city, e.g., a pool pump, golf carts, etc. Curtiss Park has certain equipment that is not
apparently available at other parks such as a golf cart, and a pool pump. They would require
what at other Parks for them to enjoy the same quality of service?
Illegal dumping and illegal drugs are still a major concern in Overtown. What happened to
Police VIP/ Investigation and Prosecution of these cases?
These are extremely serious issues that need to be addressed by a variety of departments and the
Overtown community would appreciate your having them addressed in an efficient and punctual
manner. Instead of allowing them to slip through the cracks yet again. Thank You!
N.E.T :
OVERTOWN SHOPPING CENTER OFFICES NEED:
CHAIRS /LOBBY AND OFFICES
STEPS IN REAR OF BUILDING
OVERTOWN ADVISORY BOARD:
WORKING TELEPHONE LINES
TELEPHONES/ COMPUTERS/ PRINTER/ FAX/ COPIER/ SCANNER
CONFERENCE TABLE / DESKS / CHAIRS
STORAGE CABINETS
DISPLAY SIGN / LOGO FOR DOOR/ VISIBLE UNIT NUMBER
PAPER FOR COMPUTER / FAX
PROBLEM SOLVING TEAM:
TABLE
FURNITURE .....DESKS, CHAIRS/ INCLUDE CHAIRS FOR LOBBY / CONFERENCE
COMPUTERS / PRINTER / FAX/ SCANNER / COPIER / TELEPHONES
WORKING TELEPHONE LINES
WASTE BASKETS
STORAGE / FILE CABINETS
PAPER FOR FAX / PRINTER
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