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HomeMy WebLinkAboutR-89-0572X ' ,\ J-89-542 05/25/89C,�.. RESOLUTION NO. A RESOLUTION MAKING FINDINGS; APPROVING, IN PRINCIPLE, THE PROPOSED VISIONS 2000 GOALS AND POLICIES STATEMENT SUBSTANTIALLY IN THE ATTACHED FORM; DIRECTING THE PLANNING DEPARTMENT TO TRANSMIT THE VISIONS 2000 GOALS AND POLICIES STATEMENT IN FINAL REPORT FORM TO THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND TO OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES PER SECTION 3. OF CHAPTER 86-221, LAWS OF FLORIDA, THE VISIONS 2000 ACT OF 1986; AND EXPRESSING APPRECIATION TO THE VISIONS 2000 COMMITTEE FOR THEIR TIME AND EFFORTS. WHEREAS, by Resolution No. 87-158, dated February 12, 1987, the City Commission established a Visions 2000 Committee pursuant to Chapter 86-221, Laws of Florida, the Visions 2000 Act of 1986; and WHEREAS, by Resolution No. 88-549, dated June 9, 1988, the City Commission authorized the issuance of a Request for Proposals for the provision of consultant support for the City of Miami Visions 2000 Committee; and WHEREAS, by Resolution No. 88-1053, dated November 3, 1988, the City Commission accepted the recommendations of the Competitive Selection Committee concerning consultant selection for provision of consultant support for the City of Miami Visions 2000 Committee; and WHEREAS, the Committee has held a series of sessions providing a public forum for discussion of issues of concern to the future of the City; and WHEREAS, the Committee held an all -day workshop on May 10, 1989 to formulate a Visions 2000 Goals and Policies Statement; and WHEREAS, the Committee has adopted the proposed Visions 2000 Goals and Policies Statement; and WHEREAS, the Act requires that the Committee make its report to the City Commission prior to transmittal to the State of Florida, Department of State, Division of Administrative Services; and WHEREAS, the City's Agreement with the Department of State requires program completion by the end of June, 1989; US mWAINT" 1 C CITY COMMISSION MEETING OF JUN 7 198 )N No. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA: Section 1. The Commission finds that the City of Miami Visions 2000 Committee has fulfilled its mission of providing a forum to arrive at a concensus for community concerns for the proper sense of direction for the future of the City. Section 2. The Commission hereby approves, in principle, the proposed Visions 2000 Goals and Policies Statement (June, 1989). Section 3. When appropriate and prior to June 30, 1989, the Planning Department is directed to transmit a copy of the Goals and Policies Statement in final report form to the Florida Department of State in fulfillment of the Visions 2000 Grant Award. Section 4. The Planning Department is authorized to provide copies of the Visions 2000 Final Report to other government agencies, businesses and community groups, and other interested parties per Section 3. of Chapter 86- 221, Laws of Florida, the Visions 2000 Act of 1986. Section 5. The Commission wishes to express its appreciation for the time and efforts of the Visions 2000 Committee. PASSED AND ADOPTED this 7thday of ,Tune PREPARED AND APPROVED BY: Z & A � ,- /-, /,/, , // - R BERT F. CLARK CHIEF DEPUTY CITY ATTORNEY APPROVED AS TO FORM AND CORRECTNESS: c 4jCIT L. ER DEZ ATTORNEY 89"'572. r� 9711 ........... .. _. This document was prepared by the City of Miami under contract with the Florida Division of State and was financially aided through a grant from the State of Florida authorized by Chapter 86-221, Laws of Florida: The Visions 2000 Act of 1986. CITY OF MIAMI COMMISSION Xavier L. Suarez, Mayor, Victor De Yurre, Vice Mayor Rosario Kennedy, Commissioner Miller J. Dawkins, Commissioner J. L. Plummer, Jr., Commissioner Cesar H. Odio, City Manager Jorge L. Fernandez, City Attorney Matty Hirai, City Clerk CITY OF MIAMI PLANNING DEPARTMENT Sergio Rodriguez, Assistant City Manager and Director Guillermo E. Olmedillo,.Deputy Director Joseph W. McManus, Assistant Director Elbert L. Waters, Assistant Director David Whittington, Chief of.Comprehensive Planning Margarita Genova-Cordovi, Neighborhood Planner Maria Fernandez -Gomez, Public Management Intern Richard Butler, Planning Illustrator John Baldwin, Budget Department CONSULTANTS TO THE COMMITTEE Marilyn P. Hett, AICP and Peggy L. Demon MEMBERSHIP VISIONS 2000 OCKY[ITIEE Dr. Castell V. Bryant nominated by: Catmi.ssioner Miller Dawkins appointed by: Majority of the Dade Delegation Ew Mrs. Joseppti Carbonell nominated by: Vice Mayor Rosario Kennedy _- appointed by: Representative Elaine Bloan Mr. Lucius Crawford appointed by: Representative Jefferson Reeves Ms . Remedios Diaz -Oliver naminated by: Fortner Cc missioner Joe Carollo appointed by: Majority of the Dade Delegation Mrs. Annette Eisenberg appointed by: Senator Gwen Margolis Mr. Alfred A. Hidalgo-Gato nominated by: Mayor Xavier Suarez appointed by: Majority of the Dade Delegation Mr. Donald Manning appointed by: Representative James Burke Mr. Evaristo Marina appointed by: Representative Luis Morse Mr. Jessie J. McCrary, Jr. nominated by: Commissioner J.L. Plumer appointed by: Majority of the Dade Delegation Mr. E` eddie Santiago appointed by: Senator Jack Gordon Mr. Earl Wells appointed by: Senator Carrie Meek Mr. Alfred Zayden appointed by: Representative Alberto Gutman Mr. Ray Zeller appointed by: Representative Betty Metcalf dab THE DADE COUNTY LEGISLATIVE DELEGATION (with representation in the City of Miami) - as of March 18, 1987 - Representative Michael Friedman - District 103_ Representative Elaine.Bloom - District 104 Representative Alberto Gutman - District 105 Representative Jefferson Reaves, Sr. - District 106 Representative James Burke - District 107 Representative Arnhilda Gonzalez-Quevedo - District 112 (presently Carlos Valdes) Representative Luis Morse - District 113 Representative Betty Metcalf - District 114 (presently Bruce Hoffman) Representative Susan Guber - District 117 Senator Ile ana Ros-Lehtinen - District 34 Senator. Jack Gordon - District 35 Senator Carrie Meek - District 36• Senator Gwen Margolis - District 37 VISIONS 2000 PARTICIPANTS Representing The Non -Profit and Private Sector Mr. Samuel Blum, Chairman of the Board, Health Crisis Network Dr. Gustavo Casanova, Vice Chairperson, Coral Way Crime Prevention Subcouncil Dr. John Cordrey, Director of Research, the Beacon Council or. Carl Eisdorfer, Chairman, Department of Psychiatry, University of Miami Mr. T. Willard Fair, Executive Director, Urban League Mr. Martin Fine, Attorney, Fine Jacobson Schwartz Nash Block Ms.. Ruth Greenfield, Bayfront Park Trust Ms. Christina Hildner, Director of Planning, Health Council of South Florida, Inc. Mr. Samuel Latimore, Associate Director, Miami -Dade Institute for Criminal Justice Dr. Nicholas Patricios, Professor, University of Miami, School of Architecture and Urban Planning Mr. Robert W. Pollack, Executive Director, Greater Miami Neighborhoods Ms. Claire Raley, Greater Miami Local Initiative Support Corporation (LISC) Ms. Sharon Robinson, Representative, United Home Care Services, Inc. Dr. Flax Rothman, Director, Southeast Florida Center on Aging, Florida International University Ms. Beth Sackstein, Director, Coalition of the Homeless Ms. Elry Sands, Retired Teacher, Kinlock Park Jr. High School Mr. Bill Urbizo, Assistant to the Executive Director, Private Industry Council Mr. Antonio Villamil, Senior Vice President and Chief Economist, Southeast Bank ,q� VISIONS 2000 PARTICIPANTS Representing Governmental Agencies Mr. Herbert Bailey, Assistant City Manager and Director, Department of Development, City of Miami Mr. Spencer Ballard, Chief of Finance, Metro -Dade Transit Agency Dr. Charles Blowers, Chief of Research, Metro -Dade Planning Department Ms. Francina Brooks, Assistant Director, City of Miami, Department of Community Development Lt. John Brooks, Miami Police Department Mrs. Brown, Representative, Metro -Dade Office of Human Development, Division of Child Care, representing Ms. Joyce McCalia, Director Mr. Frank Castaneda, Director, City of Miami, Department of Community Development Officer David Cortez, Miami Police Department Mr. Max Cruz, City of- Miami, Parks, Recreation and Public Facilities Department Mr. Freddy L. Davis, Youth Counselor Supervisor, Florida Department of Health and Rehabilitation Services Major Dean De Jong, Miami Police Department Co►mnissioner Charles Dusseau, Metro -Dade County Mr. Joseph A. Genuardi, Zoning Administrator, City of Miami, Building and Zoning Department Mr. Jerry D. Gereaux, Director, City of Miami, Housing Conservation and Development Agency Mr. Rick Halvorsen, Grant Specialist, State of Florida, Department of Natural Resources, Office of Recreational Services Funding Ms. Delia Hatch, Senior Site Planner, Office of Site Planning and Governmental Liaison, Dade County Public Schools Ms. Diane Johnson, City of Miami, Parks, Recreation and Public Facilities Department Deputy Fire Chief Floyd Jordan, Miami Department of Fire, Rescue and Inspection Services Mr. Robert Kalinsky, Principal, Douglass Elementary School, Dade County Public Schools Mr. Jim Kay, Chief Design Engineer, City of Miami Department of Public Works Mr. John Lefley, Neighborhood Planner, City of Miami, Planning Department Mr. Juan Manaricua, Program Administrator, Florida Department of Health and Rehabilitative Services Mr. Cal Marsella, Chief of Paratransit Operations, Metro -Dade Transit Agency Dr. Ernest L. Martin, Director, Metro -Dade County, Community and Economic Development Deputy Police Chief Walter D. Martinez, Miami Police Department . Mr. Fred Morley, Principal, Drew Elementary School, Dade County Public Schools Mr. Servando Parapar, Director of Planning and Programming for Dade and Monroe Counties, State of Florida, Department of Transportation } Dr. Roy Phillips, Vice President, Miami -Dade Community College Sgt. David Riggs, Miami Police Department Mr. Alan Roddy, Research Planner, City of Miami, Planning Department Ms. Virginia Rosen, Executive Director, Office of Planning and Accountability, Dade County Public Schools Mr. Albert Ruder, Director, City of Miami, Parks, Recreation and Public Facilities Department Ms. Juanita Shearer, Landscape Architect III, City of Miami, Department of Development Mr. Kevin Smith,. Assistant Director, City of Miami, Parks, Recreation and Public Facilities Department Mr. Clark Turner, Transportation Planner, City of Miami, Planning Department Mr. Joseph Tyborowski, City of Miami, Downtown Development Authority Mr. Robert Usherson, Chief, Metropolitan Planning Division, Metro -Dade County, Planning Department . Ms. Karen Wilson, Assistant Director, City of Miami, Department of Off -Street Parking ' CITY OF MIAMI VISIONS 2000 COMMITTEE Introduction The Visions 2000 Committee, and its state funding, are authorized under Chapter 86-221 of the Florida Statutes: the "Visions 2000 Act of 1986". The Legislature intended that the locally established Committee would function in a manner similar to the State Comprehensive Plan Committee. The Committee would "provide a forum to facilitate discussion of and provide a community consensus for the proper sense of direction for the future of the ... municipality." The Committee is directed to formulate goals and comprehensive policies which will provide general guidance to the local government over a 20-year planning horizon. Goals and policies developed by the local Visions 2000 Committee, moreover are "not to be inconsistent with the guidelines in state, regional land local comprehensive plans." The City of Miami Visions 2000 Committee was established by City Commission resolution. The State Legislature awarded a matching grant to the City for the Committee to fulfill its objectives. The Committee members and its' chairperson were appointed by a majority vote of the members of the Legislature who represent the City of Miami: Senators Gordon, Guber, Margolis, Metcalf, Meek and Ros-Lehtinen and Representatives Bloom, Burke, Friedman, Gonzalez-Quevedo, Gutman, Morse and Reeves. The Visions 2000 Committee reviewed issues relevant to the City of Miami and identified seven that they deemed were of concern to residents and businesses in the City: 1. Parks, Recreation and Culture, 2. Housing, 3. Transportation 4. Employment and the Economy, 5. Education, 6. Health Care and the Elderly, and 7. Education. Over a four month period, the Committee held workshop sessions on each of the topics. Background papers were reviewed. Distinguished guests were invited to speak. Based on the material and discussions by invited speakers and guests, the Committee identified major issues and'recomtiended actions. The result of the deliberations was a set of recommended goals and policies presented to the City Commission. The statements, one for each of the seven issue areas, provide guidance to the Commissioners in their efforts to direct the future growth of the City of Miami. A summary of the seven workshop sessions is below. Parks, Recreation and Culture The Committee focused on the efficient provision of recreational programs and park operations to support park use by neighborhood residents and groups. Opportunities to expand park and recreational programs depend on new permanent sources of funding. A stronger link between the Department of Parks, Recreation And Public Facilities and structured neighborhood groups can E contribute to increased participation in parks -related planning and -'decision making. The dilemma of the increasing number of children who need supervised sports and cultural activities, but whose parents cannot afford fees was a concern. V Housing The primary issue is maintaining the existing supply of liveable housing. Other areas are affordability, providing new housing, and addressing the needs of special groups including the elderly, immigrants and the homeless. Plans of action which can be taken by private developers, non-profit providers and community activists in coordination with City efforts were evaluated. Strict, code enforcement and early identification of problem properties can avoid the blighting of stable neighborhoods and expand housing opportunities. The provision of adequate housing in coordination with counseling and other social services is critical in breaking the cycle of poverty. Transportation Accessibility requires efficient traffic circulation and mass transit systems. Because the City is essentially built out, there are few opportunities to widen streets in order to accommodate increased traffic flow. The future anticipated volume must be accommodated by reduced vehicular traffic and alternative transit services. Metro -Dade is responsible for the operation of the transportation system. Through increased ridership, on both public transit and private vehicles, and intergovernmental coordination, the goals of the City's Comprehensive Plan can be more readily achieved. Employment and the Economy Strategies to maintain the competitive position of the City in international, national and regional markets were exani;ned with the major economists of the area. Education is critical in attaining a skilled labor force which is attractive to new and expanding firms. Because of the linkage of the local economy with economic and political conditions in the Caribbean and Latin America, it is to the City's advantage to monitor state and national legislative initiatives which impact trade and other activities with these countries. Education Educational opportunities are critical to a healthy economy and an active civic body. Innovative programs should enhance basic and technical skills needed to keep students competitive with national and state peers and to help residents be competitive in. the labor force. Such programs, particularly for day care, pre- school care, drop -out prevention and acculturation training, can be initiated through greater support between Dade County Public Schools (DCPS) and the City. The maintenance of existing facilities and the reduction in overcrowding requires new construction and the adaptive reuse of available facilities. Such expansions can be expedited by greater flexibility by the -- State in its facility construction and siting review standards to better reflect the urban character of the City's neighborhoods. Health Care and the Elderly The City is a center of medical and health facilities, many of which are regionally and nationally recognized. City residents, though, must compete for the use of these facilities. The geographic distribution of - such facilities does not ensure easy accessibility. Greater coordination among providers, the expansion of prevention programs and longer operating hours of clinics can increase access to health care services. Supplementary federal and state legislation and funding are critical to local efforts. Recognizing AIDS as a serious epidemic, and the formation of an interagency task force which can serve as a local AIDS advocacy network is recommended. The task force should prepare a status and strategic planning report to the City Commissioners. In addition to health care, greater coordination of special services can better assure a quality life style for the City's elderly. The elderly are an untapped resource of volunteers for social services and remedial educational programs. Public Safety The effectiveness of the Police and the Fire, Rescue and Inspection Services Departments to respond to emergencies is becoming a major concern. Strategies were examined which can increase the response of the Departments to critical matters by setting up supporting mechanisms to handle day-to-day operations and routine calls. The role of other agencies, particularly social service agencies and programs through the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development in public housing projects was emphasized as critical to responding to routine community and family problems. Additional resources that can be tapped are: the civilian crime prevention council, the task force on gangs and public safety programs targeted to youth through education and the elderly at senior centers and housing facilities. These efforts can alleviate some of the work of the Police and Fire Departments in securing neighborhoods and contribute to the quality of life in the City. The Goals and Policies Statements adopted by the City of Miami Visions 2000 Committee are presented on the following pages. CITY OF MIAMI VISIONS 2000 COMMITTEE PARKS, RECREATION AND CULTURE Proposed Goal and Policy Statement Goal 1: Provide a full range of recreational opportunities for City residents, workers and visitors and ensure that park facilities are secure, well maintained, and that operations are efficient. Policy 1.1: Increase accessibility of residents to the City's recreational opportunities and improve the quality of these opportunities for all. age groups and the handicapped. t Policy 1.2: Initiate and improve the quality of recreational programs including structured sports activities, after school programs, day care, cultural activities and programs for the elderly and the handicapped. Policy 1.3: Develop, support and encourage participation efforts by structured neighborhood groups in park program -related planning. Policy 1.4: Assign the Department of Parks, Recreation and Public Facilities the responsibility of conducting all park maintenance operations. Policy 1.5: Establish permanent funding sources to finance ongoing park renovation and maintenance, such as the allocation of enterprise funds, user fees and discretionary funds. Policy 1.6: Continue to support the City's lobbying efforts to obtain as much state and federal funds as possible, particularly for programming and rehabilitation needs. Policy 1.7: Expand marketing efforts to increase corporate support and involvement in park development planning. Policy 1.8: Provide, in all parks, appropriate staffing with adequate training. Policy 1.9: Insure that adequate public safety and security are provided in the parks and their surrounding areas. Goal 2: Develop a prestigious cultural arts program in the City. Policy 2.1: Develop a cultural arts district in Downtown Miami. Policy 2.2: Establish and support neighborhood cultural arts programs and facilities. Policy 2.3; Establish and support a youth symphony f' CITY OF MIAMI VISIONS 2000 COMMITTEE HOUSING Proposed Goal and Policy Statement Goal 1: 'Increase the supply of livable and affordable housing that meets the city codes for structural and safety requirements. Policy 1: Expand existing affordable housing programs in the City. i Policy 2: Increase the participation of local Community Development Corporation (CDC's) in the County's documentary stamp surtax. program. Policy 3. Establish incentive � y programs which will encourage private developers to rehabilitate residential buildings in the City. Policy 4: Lobby the State to extend the surtax program beyond the year 2000. i Policy 5: Increase City code enforcement efforts, such as "turn around time" and stricter adherence to code regulations. Policy 6: Consider the use of additional City resources, such as the Fire, Rescue and Inspection Services, and Solid Waste Department personnel, to supplement the monitoring of code violations. Policy 1: Participate in a regional comprehensive strategy which addresses all the needs of the homeless, including job placement, emergency housing, social and health care support services and other programs which contribute to an improved quality of life. Policy 8: Encourage homeowner associations and similar neighborhood groups to express their needs and satisfy their concerns. Policy 9: Improve and maintain the overall appearance of City neighborhoods. 89-572: CITY OF MIAMI VISIONS 2000 COMMITTEE TRANSPORTATION Proposed Goal and Policy Statement Goal 1: Maintain an effective and cost efficient traffic circulation network and mass transit system within the City of Miami that provides transportation for all persons and facilitates commerce. Policy 1: Seek to increase the City's formal role in the areawide transportation planing process through representation on the Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) Board and its advisory committees and councils. Policy 2: Strengthen participation in Metro -Dade County's formulation of traffic circulation policies, and support the County's efforts to maintain adopted level of service standards which are consistent with those of the City's Comprehensive Plan. Policy 3: Formulate, implement and support transportation control measures and educational programs designed to promote a general reduction in vehicular traffic by increasing auto occupancy and transit ridership. Policy 4: Direct City staff to prepare a plan for consideration by the County which provides rail transit services to the northern area of the City. Policy 5: Promote opportunities for private minority vendors to provide supplementary transit including jitney, mini -bus and feeder bus services. Policy 6: Reinforce the use of intercept parking within the Downtown area, by providing developers with options to secure spaces in peripheral public garages. Policy 7: Participate in joint lobbying efforts to secure adequate state and federal funding for traffic- and transit -related projects in the City. CITY OF MIAMI VISIONS 2000 COMMITTEE EMPLOYMENT AND THE ECONOMY Proposed Goal and Policy Statement Goal 1: Create an economic environment ensuring economic stability, maximizing job opportunities and enhancing the standard of living for all City residents. Policy 1: Lobby state and federal legislators to provide funding for local economic development programs, small business assistance and manpower training and to support efforts at the federal level which encourage the revitalization and development of economies in Central and South America and the Caribbean. Policy 2: Participate in joint public/private efforts with community -based organizations to leverage private investment in small business development projects. Policy 3: Expand job and business opportunities by continuing t� support redevelopment efforts in Downtown and neighborhood commercial areas. 1 CITY OF MIAMI VISIONS 2000 COMMITTEE EDUCATION Proposed Goal and Policy Statement Goal 1: Develop the skills of the City residents so that they may attain gainful employment and contribute to the social and economic welfare of the community. Eliminate educational achievement deficiencies allowing city youth to become competitive with county, state, and national peers. Policy 1: Assist in focusing resources to care and educate children at an early age through concerted, coordinated efforts with the Dade County Public Schools (DCPS). Support legislative efforts to expand funding of pre -kindergarten and day care educational programs. Policy 2: Encourage parental interest and involvement in the education of their children which will strengthen the family structure. Policy 3: Develop better communication and coordination between the Dade County School Board and City agencies, particularly the Planning Department, for the future utilization, location, siting requirements and funding of educational facilities. Encourage the establishment of local citizens advisory council to the Board. Policy 4: Support the expansion of programs such as meals, health and physical education programs which maintain the growth and development of the "total" student. Policy 5: Support the improvement of basic skills in inner-city schools with programs such as tutorial instructors and remedial classes for students and their parents. Policy G: Create a City-wide Educational Action Committee consisting of representatives from DCPS, MOCC, PTAs and of various City Departments to address the educational issues of City schools such as low test scores, high drop -out rates and the low educational level of adult City residents. Foster the development of joint programs between the School Board and the City. Link park/recreational and educational facilities and programs, and encourage intergenerational exchanges involving senior citizens.and school children. Policy 7: Support joint lobbying efforts by educators, residents, local of and the business community to inform all legislators of critical educational issues. Policy 8: Provide an acculturation training program for children of recent immigrants. Policy 9: Continue and strengthen programs on drug education. Support the enforcement of drug -free areas surrounding educational facilities. �1 CITY OF MIAMI VISIONS 2000 COMMITTEE HEALTH CARE AND THE ELDERLY Proposed Goal and Policy Statement Goal 1: Assure access to affordable high quality health care for all residents of the City. Policy 1.1: Support state and federal legislation and adequate funding which provide for more and better public health care to City residents, such as: a) increased State contributions through Medicaid and Medicare to allow for increased reimbursements for City residents; b) better accessibility to care through specialized transportation; c) funding for indigent care. Policy 1.2: Effect the improvement ott health care services to all City residents through coordination efforts of existing providers in the following areas: a) preventative treatment; b) flexible operating hours; and c) provision of facilities in areas with unmet needs. Policy 1.3: Support the targeting of increased cormt�unity mental health care services to the elderly and minority groups. Policy 1.4: Support increased governmental regulation of medical services and products to guard against socially irresponsible and unethical marketing practices. Support a public awareness program for all residents on the rights to proper health care services. Policy 1.5: Support programs for out -patient .care for home -bound residents. i ■ Policy 1.6: Monitor state -and federal program funding allocation formulas to insure that city residents receive their fair share, and give special attention to the disproportionate needs of immigrants, the elderly poor and minorities. =rr Goal 2: Assure a high quality of life for the City's elderly residents. Policy 2.1: Support agencies which provide special services to the elderly in the areas of meals, transportation, and support services. Policy 2.2: Participate in the coordination of agencies that provide planning services and funding to the elderly including the United Way and the Alliance for Aging. Policy 2.3: Utilize City resources and personnel to help leverage funding. Policy 2.4: Encourage retired residents to be active participants in community activities in areas such as education, recreation, and other intergenerational exchanges. Goal 3: Recognize and address the AIDS crisis. Policy 3.1: Participate in educational programs and agencies which provide care, including health care, supporting services and intermediate care. Policy 3.2: Support the creation of an interagency task force to serve as a local advocacy network responsible for the preparation of a report to the Commission on the status of current cases, existing resources, and a future strategy to address the problems. Members should include representatives of the high -risk groups, medical community and social service agencies. ■ ■ 89-57Z e CITY OF MIAMI VISIONS 2000 COMMITTEE PUBLIC SAFETY Proposed Goal and Policy Statement Goal 1: Protect. the public in the City of Miami through efficient and effective police, fire and emergency services. Encourage preventive measures to reduce the incidence of crimes and emergencies. Policy 1: Decrease the public's reliance on uniform police officers for non -emergency incidents by increasing the use of public service aides (freeing uniform officers from routine, clerical and adTinistrative responsibilities) and instituting better interagency coordination. Policy 2: Increase Fire Department staffing for emergency services. Policy 3: Fund the acquisition of systems and equipment using the latest technology for the Police and Fire Departments. Policy 4: Strengthen the civilian crime prevention network and its representative council by assisting in its efforts to secure state and federal funding for its programs and designating appropriate staffing for its support. Policy 5: Identify and implement a system that will compensate the Police Department for its increasing number of service calls from non-residents, businesses, and others. (Service calls are anticipated to increase to over one million annually by the year 2000). Policy 6: Work with Dade County Public Schools (DCPS) to assign school resource officers in all City schools. Policy 7: Increase staffing of the task force on gangs. Policy 8: Support public safety programs targetted to youth, e.g. Learn Not to Burn Program. Policy 9: Expand the Fire Department's fire prevention program by requiring, through City code, the installation of smoke detectors in homes, apartments and businesses. Policy 10: Support special programs 'and services that are responsive to the public safety of the elderly, especially for senior centers and housing facilities. 1 Many calls for assistance are a result of social problems rather than criminal acts. By channeling an initial call away from the police to an agency group which can respond to the concern, the public need is satisfied - the burden to respond, though, is no longer on the Police Department. 89,,,;�� El m CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA INTER -OFFICE MEMORANDUM To: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Commission FROM Cesar H. Od City Manage DATE : MAY 311 1989 FILE : SUBJECT : Visions 2000 Committee Recommendation -Goals and Policy Statement. (June 1989); REFERENCES: City Commission Meeting of June 7, 1989; Letter ENCLOSURES: from Committee to Mayor, Proposed Goals and Policies Statement It is recommended that the City Commission adopt the attached Resolution, approving in principle the proposed Goals and Policies Statement and directing the Planning Department to transmit this statement in form of a final report to the Florida Department of State as required by the State of Florida/City of Miami Visions 2000 Grant Award Agreement. The Department of State will then transmit copies of the report to the Legislature. Resolution 87-158 established a Visions 2000 Committee pursuant to the Florida Visions 2000 Act of 1986. Nominations to the Committee were forwarded by the Commission to members of the Dade County Legislative Delegation representing the City of Miami. The Committee's members were appointed by a majority vote of the members of the Legislation. These members were Senators Gordon, Guber, Margolis, Metcalf, Meek, Ros-Lehtinen, and Representatives Bloom, Burke, Friedman, Gonzalez-Quevedo, Gutman, Morse and Reaves. The committee members represent a broad cross-section of the community. (Attached is a membership list of the Visions 2000 Committee). Staff support to the Committee is provided by the City Planning Department. A Visions 2000 grant, authorized under Chapter 86-221 of the Florida Statutes in the amount of $41,407, was awarded to the City by the State of Florida for the purpose of conducting this project. Resolution 88-549 authorized the issuance of a Request for Proposals for professional services for consultant support for the Committee. Resolution 88-1053 accepted the recommendations of the City Manager and the Competitive Selection Committee (The Visions 2000 Committee) approving the consultant team of Marilyn Hett and Peggy Demon as the most qualified provider for consultant support. Section 2. of the Visions 2000 Act of 1986 states the Legislative intent for the Committee to "provide a community consensus for the proper sense of - direction for the future of the City". The goals and policies formulated by the Committee "shall relate to the social, economic and physical makeup of the City to assure, that all citizens have access to the necessities that make life valuable, fulfilling, and useful." "Further, it is the specific legislative intent that the goals and policies shall provide overall guidance :to local governments, public and private institutions, and the business community". The goals and policies shall not be inconsistent with guidelines in the State,, 4 Page I of 2 0 Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Commission Regional, or City comprehensive plans". The purpose is "to provide public statements of goals and policies reflecting the desires and will of the people". The Visions 2000 Committee, working with the consultants and Planning Department staff, held a series of "Sessions" over the last five months to consider those issues relevant to the City of Miami in the areas of: parks, recreation and public facilities, housing, transportation, employment and the economy, education, health care and the elderly, and public safety. The sessions included over fifty guest panelists, experts in each of the above areas, to participate in discussions of issues with the Committee. A full day workshop was held at the City of Miami/James L. Knight Center on May 10, 1989 to formulate the attached Visions 2000 Goals and Policies Statement. The Statement in final report form will be transmitted to the Department. of State before the end of this month in order to meet the contract deadline of June 30, 1989._ The Visions 2000 Project is complementary to.. the Miami Comprehensive Neighborhood Plan (MCNP) 1989-2000. It deals with the City's human resources, while the MCNP deals with physical resources. A final report, including the Goals and Policies Statement of the Committee, will be prepared for distribution to the Commission, Legislature, government agencies, business and community groups and interested citizens. Full background papers and committee proceedings will be available, from the Planning Department. CHQ/SR Page 2 of 2 n May 19, 1989 The Honorable Xavier L. Suarez and Members of the City Commission City of Miami City Hall 3500 Pan American Drive Miami, FL 33233-0708 Dear Mayor Suarez: It is with great pleasure that we present you with the Goals and Policies Statement of the Visions 2000 Committee for your approval. This Statement addresses the issues of: Parks, Recreation and Culture; Housing; Transportation; Employment and the Economy; Education; Health Care and the Elderly; and Public Safety. These issues were discussed in a series of sessions held over the past several months involving over fifty participants, technical experts and concerned citizens. With the assistance of the Planning Department staff and the Visions 2000 consultants, the Committee has prepared what we believe to be a prescription for an aggressive course of action for the City to follow to insure that our residents receive the best possible public services and greatest opportunities for improving their quality of life. Emphasis has been placed on education and recreation programs for our youth and quality health care for our elderly. We also recognize that funding from the state and federal governments is critical to implementing these goals and policies. It is our desire that this Goals and Policies Statement receive your endorsement and that it be transmitted to the Florida Department of State and through that Department, to the State legislature. Sincerely, The Visions 2000 Committee V, Castel] V. Brya ose aft / ucius raw or O&Z& - Annette Eisenberg V RESOLUTION NO. A RESOLUTION MAKING FINDINGS; APPROVING IN PRINCIPLE THE PROPOSED VISIONS 2000 GOALS AND POLICIES STATEMENT SUBSTANTIALLY IN THE ATTACHED FORM; DIRECTING THE PLANNING DEPARTMENT TO TRANSMIT THE VISIONS 2000 GOALS AND POLICIES STATEMENT IN FINAL REPORT FORM TO THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND TO OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES PER SECTION 3. OF CHAPTER 86-221, LAWS OF FLORIDA, THE VISIONS 2000 ACT OF 1986; AND EXPRESSING APPRECIATION TO THE VISIONS 2000 COMMITTEE FOR THEIR TIME AND EFFORTS. WHEREAS, by Resolution No. 87-158, dated February 12, 1987, the City Commission established a Visions 2000 Committee pursuant to Chapter 86-221, Laws of Florida, the Visions 2000 Act of 1986; and WHEREAS, by Resolution No. 88-549, dated June 9, 1988, the City Commission authorized the issuance of a Request for Proposals for the provision of consultant support for the City of Miami Visions 2000 Committee; and WHEREAS, by Resolution No. 88-1053, dated November 3, 1988, the City Commission accepted the recommendations of the Competitive Selection Committee concerning -consultant selection for provision of consultant support for the City of Miami Visions 2000 Committee; and WHEREAS, the Committee has held a series of sessions providing a public forum for discussion of issues of concern to the future of the City; and WHEREAS, the Committee held an all -day workshop on May 10, 1989 to formulate a Visions 2000 Goals and Policies Statement; and WHEREAS, the Committee has adopted the proposed Visions 2000 Goals and Policies Statement; and WHEREAS, the Act requires that the Committee make its report to the City Commission prior to transmittal to the State of Florida, Department of State, Division of Administrative Services; and WHEREAS, the City's Agreement with the Department of State requires program completion by the end of June, 1989. 89-572 D NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA: Section 1. The Commission finds that the City of Miami Visions 2000 Committee has fulfilled its mission of providing a forum to arrive at a concensus for community concerns for the proper sense of direction for the future of the City. Section 2. The Commission hereby approves, in principle, the proposed Visions 2000 Goals and Policies Statement (June, 1989). Section 3. When appropriate and prior to June 30, 1989, the Planning Department is directed to transmit a copy of the Goals and Policies Statement in final report form to the Florida Department of State in fulfillment of the Visions 2000 Grant Award. Section 4. The Planning Department is authorized to provide copies of the Visions 20QO Final Report to other government agencies, businesses and community groups, and other interested parties per Section 3. of Chapter 86- 221, Laws of Florida, the Visions 2000 Act of 1986. Section 5. The Commission wishes to express its appreciation for the time and efforts of the Visions 2000 Committee. PASSED AND ADOPTED this _ day of 1989. XAVIER L. SUAREZ, MAYOR ATTEST: MA TY HIRAI CITY CLERK PREPARED AND APPROVED BY: ROBERT F. AK CHIEF DEPUTY CITY ATTORNEY APPROVED AS TO FORM AND CORRECTNESS: JORGE L. FERNANDEZ CITY ATTORNEY V/S/ONS 2VCV City vimlaml ATTACHMENT FOR 59 CITY COMMISSION MEETING OF JUNE 7, 1989 a f u a f ��r t i f r m A t i 7 W'e N' ' }! i nM a ; Ywro f ;4 "�++ '73sri flE 4 t f yi'h ?'i•E3 t},'. �3 - Cit y olMiami This document was prepared by the City of Miami under contract with the Florida Division of State and was financially aided through a grant from the State of Florida authorized by Chapter 86-221, Laws of Florida: The Visions 2000 Act of 1986. CITY OF MIAMI COMMISSION Xavier L. Suarez, Mayor Victor De Yurre, Vice Mayor Rosario Kennedy, Commissioner Miller J. Dawkins, Commissioner J. L. Plummer, Jr., Commissioner Cesar H. Odio, City Manager Jorge L. Fernandez, City Attorney Matty Hirai, City Clerk CITY OF MIAMI PLANNING DEPARTMENT Sergio Rodriguez, Assistant City Manager and Director Guillermo E. Olmedillo, Deputy Director Joseph W. McManus, Assistant Director Elbert L. Waters, Assistant Director David Whittington, Chief of Comprehensive Planning Margarita Genova-Cordovi, Neighborhood Planner Maria Fernandez -Gomez, Public Management Intern Richard Butler, Planning Illustrator John Baldwin, Budget Department CONSULTANTS TO THE COMMITTEE Marilyn P. Hett, AICP and Peggy L. Demon MEMBERSHIP VISIONS 2000 COMM[nME Dr. Castell V. Brunt nominated by: Commissioner Miller Dawkins appointed by: Majority of the Dade Delegation •_• Mrs. Josephina Carbonell -� nominated by: Vice Mayor Rosario Kennedy ' appointed by: Representative Elaine Bloom s Mr. Lucius Crawford appointed by: Representative Jefferson Reeves Ms. Rmiedios Diaz -Oliver nominated by: Former Commissioner Joe Carollo appointed by: Majority of the Dade Delegation Mrs. Annette Eisenberg appointed by: Senator Gwen Margolis Mr. Alfredo A. Hidalgo-Gato nominated by: Mayor Xavier Suarez appointed by: Majority of the Dade Delegation Mr. Donald Manning appointed by: Representative James Burke Mr. Evaristo Marina appointed by: Representative Luis Norse Mr. Jessie J. McCrary, Jr. nominated by: Commissioner J.L. Plummer appointed by: Majority of the Dade Delegation Mr. Freddie Santiago appointed by: Senator Jack Gordon Mr. Earl Wells appointed by: Senator Carrie Meek Mr. Alfredo Zayden appointed by: Representative Alberto Gutman Mr. Ray Zeller appointed by: Representative Betty Metcalf 0 THE DADE COUNTY LEGISLATIVE DELEGATION (with representation in the City of Miami) - as of March 18, 1987 - Representative Michael Friedman - District 103 Representative Elaine Bloom - District 104 Representative Alberto Gutman - District 105 Representative Jefferson Reaves, Sr. - District 106 Representative James Burke - District 107 Representative Arnhilda Gonzalez-Quevedo - District 112 (presently Carlos Valdes) Representative Luis Morse - District 113 Representative Betty Metcalf - District 114 (presently Bruce Hoffman) Representative Susan Guber - District 117 Senator Ileana Ros-Lehtinen - District 34 Senator Jack Gordon - District 35 Senator Carrie Meek - District 36 Senator Gwen Margolis - District 37 VISIONS 2000 PARTICIPANTS Representing The Non -Profit and Private Sector Mr. Samuel Blum, Chairman of the Board, Health Crisis Network Dr. Gustavo Casanova, Vice Chairperson, Coral Way Crime Prevention Subcouncil Dr. John Cordrey, Director of Research, the Beacon Council Dr. Carl Eisdorfer, Chairman, Department of Psychiatry, University of Miami Mr. T. Willard Fair, Executive Director, Urban League Mr. Martin Fine, Attorney, Fine Jacobson Schwartz Nash Block Ms. Ruth Greenfield, Bayfront Park Trust Ms. Christina Hildner, Director of Planning, Health Council of South Florida, Inc. Mr. Samuel Latimore, Associate Director, Miami -Dade Institute for Criminal Justice Dr. Nicholas Patricios, Professor, University of Miami, School of Architecture and Urban Planning Mr. Robert W. Pollack, Executive Director, Greater Miami Neighborhoods Ms. Claire Raley, Greater Miami Local Initiative Support Corporation (LISC) Ms. Sharon Robinson, Representative, United Home Care Services, Inc. Dr. Max Rothman, Director, Southeast Florida Center on Aging, Florida International University Ms. Beth Sackstein, Director, Coalition of the Homeless Ms. Elry Sands, Retired Teacher, Kinlock Park Jr. High School Mr. Bill Urbizo, Assistant to the Executive Director, Private Industry Council Mr. Antonio Villamil, Senior Vice President and Chief Economist, Southeast Bank VISIONS 2000 PARTICIPANTS Representing Governmental Agencies Mr. Herbert Bailey, Assistant City Manager and Director, Department of Development, City of Miami Mr. Spencer Ballard, Chief of Finance, Metro -Dade Transit Agency Dr. Charles Blowers, Chief of Research, Metro -Dade Planning Department Ms. Francina Brooks, Assistant Director, City of Miami, Department of Community Development Lt. John Brooks, Miami Police Department Mrs. Brown, Representative, Metro -Dade Office of Human Development, Division of Child Care, representing Ms. Joyce McCalla, Director Mr. Frank Castaneda, Director, City of Miami, Department of Community Development Officer David Cortez, Miami Police Department Mr. Max Cruz, City of Miami, Parks, Recreation and Public Facilities Department Mr. Freddy L. Davis, Youth Counselor Supervisor, Florida Department of Health and Rehabilitation Services Major Dean De Jong, Miami Police Department Commissioner Charles Dusseau, Metro -Dade County Mr. Joseph A. Genuardi, Zoning Administrator, City of Miami, Building and Zoning Department Mr. Jerry D. Gereaux, Director, City of Miami, Housing Conservation and Development Agency Mr. Rick Halvorsen, Grant Specialist, State of Florida, Department of Natural Resources, Office of Recreational Services Funding Ms. Della Hatch, Senior Site Planner, Office of Site Planning and Governmental Liaison, Dade County Public Schools Ms. Diane Johnson, City of Miami, Parks, Recreation and Public Facilities Department Deputy Fire Chief Floyd Jordan, Miami Department of Fire, Rescue and Inspection Services Mr. Robert Kalinsky, Principal, Douglass Elementary School, Dade County Public Schools Mr. Jim Kay, Chief Design Engineer, City of Miami Department of Public Works Mr. John Lefley, Neighborhood Planner, City of Miami, Planning Department Mr. Juan Manaricua, Program Administrator, Florida Department of Health and Rehabilitative Services Mr. Cal Marsella, Chief of Paratransit Operations, Metro -Dade Transit Agency Dr. Ernest L. Martin, Director, Metro -Dade County, Community and Economic Development Deputy Police Chief Walter D. Martinez, Miami Police Department Mr. Fred Morley, Principal, Drew Elementary -School, Dade County Public Schools Mr. Servando Parapar, Director of Planning and Programing for Dade and Monroe Counties, State of Florida, Department of Transportation Dr. Roy Phillips, Vice President, Miami -Dade Community College Sgt. David Riggs, Miami Police Department Mr. Alan Roddy, Research Planner, City of Miami, Planning Department Ms. Virginia Rosen, Executive Director, Office of Planning and Accountability, Dade County Public Schools Mr. Albert Ruder, Director, City of Miami, Parks, Recreation and Public Facilities Department Ms. Juanita Shearer, Landscape Architect III, City of Miami, Department of Development Mr. Kevin Smith, Assistant Director, City of Miami, Parks, Recreation and Public Facilities Department Mr. Clark Turner, Transportation Planner, City of Miami, Planning Department Mr. Joseph Tyborowski, City of Miami, Downtown Development Authority Mr. Robert Usherson, Chief, Metropolitan Planning Division, Metro -Dade County, Planning Department Ms. Karen Wilson, Assistant Director, City of Miami, Department of Off -Street Parking CITY OF MIAMI VISIONS 2000 COMMITTEE Introduction The Visions 2000 Committee, and its state funding, are authorized under Chapter 86-221 of the Florida Statutes: the "Visions 2000 Act of 1986". The Legislature intended that the locally established Committee would function in a manner similar to the State Comprehensive Plan Committee. The Committee would "provide a forum to facilitate discussion of and provide a community consensus for the proper sense of direction for the future of the . municipality." The Committee is directed to formulate goals and comprehensive policies which will provide general guidance to the local government over a 20-year planning horizon. Goals and policies developed by the local Visions 2000 Committee, moreover are "not to be inconsistent with the guidelines in state, regional land local comprehensive plans." " ■ The City of Miami Visions 2000 Committee was established by EMENresolution. The State Legislature awarded a matching grant the Committee to fulfill its objectives. The Committee chairperson were appointed by a majority vote of the Legislature who represent the City of Miami: Senators Gordon, ' Metcalf, Meek and .Ros-Lehtinen and Representatives Bloom, Gonzalez-Quevedo, Gutman, Morse and Reeves. City Commission to the City for members and its members of the Guber, Margolis, Burke, Friedman, The Visions 2000 Committee reviewed issues relevant to the City of Miami and identified seven that they deemed were of concern to residents and businesses in the City: 1. Parks, Recreation and Culture, 2. Housing, 3. Transportation 4. Employment and the Economy, 5. Education, 6. Health Care and the Elderly, and 7. Education. Over a four month period, the Committee held workshop sessions on each of the topics. Background papers were reviewed. Distinguished guests were invited to speak. Based on the material and discussions by invited speakers and guests, the Committee identified major issues and recommended actions. The result of the deliberations was a set of recommended goals and policies presented to the City Commission. The statements, one for each of the seven issue areas, provide guidance to the Commissioners in their efforts to direct the future growth of the City of Miami. A summary of the seven workshop sessions is below. Parks, Recreation and Culture The Committee focused on the efficient provision of recreational programs and park operations to support park use by neighborhood residents and groups. Opportunities to expand park and recreational programs depend on new permanent sources of funding. A stronger link between the Department of Parks, Recreation and Public Facilities and structured neighborhood groups can contribute to increased participation in parks -related planning and decision making. The dilemma of the increasing number of children who need supervised sports and cultural activities, but whose parents cannot afford fees was a concern. Housing The primary issue is maintaining the existing supply of liveable housing. Other areas are affordability, providing new housing, and addressing the needs of special groups including the elderly, immigrants and the homeless. Plans of action which can be taken by private developers, non-profit providers and community activists in coordination with City efforts were evaluated. Strict code enforcement and early identification of problem properties can avoid the blighting of stable neighborhoods and expand housing opportunities. The provision of adequate housing in coordination with counseling and other social services is critical in breaking the cycle of poverty. Transportation Accessibility requires efficient traffic circulation and mass transit systems. Because the City is essentially built out, there are few opportunities to widen streets in order to accommodate increased traffic flow. The future anticipated volume must be accommodated by reduced vehicular traffic and alternative transit services. Metro -Dade is responsible for the operation of the transportation system. Through increased- ridership, on both public transit and private vehicles, and intergovernmental coordination, the goals of the City's Comprehensive Plan can be more readily achieved. Employment and the Economy Strategies to maintain the competitive position of the City in international, national and regional markets were examined with the major economists of the area. Education is critical in attaining a skilled labor force which is attractive to new and expanding firms. Because of the linkage of the local economy with economic and political conditions in the Caribbean and Latin America, it is to the City's advantage to monitor state and national legislative initiatives which impact trade and other activities with these countries. Education Educational opportunities are critical to a healthy economy and an active civic body. Innovative programs should enhance basic and technical skills needed to keep students competitive with national and state peers and to help residents be competitive in the labor force. Such programs, particularly for day care, pre- school care, drop -out prevention and acculturation training, can be initiated through greater support between Dade County Public Schools (DCPS) and the City. The maintenance of existing facilities and the reduction in overcrowding requires new construction and the adaptive reuse of available facilities. Such expansions can be expedited by greater flexibility by the State in its facility construction and siting review standards to better reflect the urban character of the City's neighborhoods. Health Care and the Elderly The City is a center of medical and health facilities, many of which are regionally and nationally recognized. City residents, though, must compete for the use of these facilities. The geographic distribution of such facilities does not ensure easy accessibility. Greater coordination among providers, the expansion of prevention programs and longer operating hours of clinics can increase access to health care services. Supplementary federal and state legislation and funding are critical to local efforts. Recognizing AIDS as a serious epidemic, and the formation of an interagency task force a which can serve as a local AIDS advocacy network is recommended. The task force should prepare a status and strategic planning report to the' City as Commissioners. 4 In addition to health care, greater coordination of special services can better assure a quality life style for the City's elderly. The elderly are an untapped resource of volunteers for social services and remedial educational programs. t Public Safety The effectiveness of the Police and the Fire, Rescue and Inspection Services Departments to respond to emergencies is becoming a major concern. Strategies were examined which can increase the response of the Departments to critical matters by setting up supporting mechanisms to handle day-to-day operations and routine calls. The role of other agencies, particularly social service agencies and programs through the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development in public housing projects was emphasized as critical to responding to routine community and family problems. Additional resources that can be tapped are: the civilian crime prevention council, the task force on gangs and public safety programs targeted to youth through education and the elderly at senior centers and housing facilities. These efforts can alleviate some of the work of the Police and Fire Departments in securing neighborhoods and contribute.to the quality of life in the City. The Goals and Policies Statements adopted by the City of Miami Visions 2000 Committee are presented on the following pages. CITY OF MIAMI VISIONS 2000 COMMITTEE PARKS, RECREATION AND CULTURE Proposed Goal and Policy Statement Goal l: Provide a full range of recreational opportunities for City residents, workers and visitors and ensure that park facilities are secure, well maintained, and that operations are efficient. Policy 1.1: Increase accessibility of residents to the City's recreational opportunities and improve the quality of these opportunities for all age groups and the handicapped. Policy 1.2: Initiate and improve the quality of recreational programs including structured sports activities, after school programs, day care, cultural activities and programs for the elderly and the handicapped. Policy 1.3: Develop, support and encourage participation efforts by structured neighborhood groups in park program -related planning. ;Y Policy 1.4: Assign the Department of Parks, Recreation and Public Facilities the responsibility of conducting all park maintenance operations. Policy 1.5: Establish permanent funding sources to finance ongoing park renovation and maintenance, such as the allocation of enterprise funds, r user fees and discretionary funds. Policy 1.6: Continue to support the City's lobbying efforts to obtain as much state and federal funds as possible, particularly for a programing and rehabilitation needs. Policy 1.7: Expand marketing efforts to increase corporate support and involvement in park development planning. Policy 1.8: Provide, in all parks, appropriate staffingwith adequate training. Policy 1.9: Insure that adequate public safety and security are provided in the parks and their surrounding areas. Goal 2: Develop a prestigious cultural arts program in the City. Policy 2.1: Develop a cultural arts district in Downtown Miami. Policy 2.2: Establish and support neighborhood cultural arts programs and facilities. Policy 2.3: Establish and support a youth symphony CITY OF MIAMI VISIONS 2000 COMMITTEE HOUSING Proposed Goal and Policy Statement Goal 1: Increase the supply of livable and affordable housing that meets the city codes for structural and safety requirements. Policy 1: Expand existing affordable housing programs in the City. Policy 2: Increase the participation of local Community Development Corporation (CDC's) in the County's documentary stamp surtax program. Policy 3: Establish incentive programs which will encourage private developers to rehabilitate residential buildings in the City. Policy 4: Lobby the State to extend the surtax program beyond the year 2000. Policy 5: Increase City code enforcement efforts, such as "turn around time" and stricter adherence to code regulations. Policy l;: Consider the use of additional City resources, such as the Fire, Rescue and Inspection Services, and Solid Waste Department personnel, to supplement the monitoring of code violations. Policy 7: Participate in a regional comprehensive strategy which addresses all the needs of the homeless, including job placement, emergency housing, social and health care support services and other programs which contribute to an improved quality of life. Policy 8: Encourage homeowner associations and similar neighborhood groups to express their needs and satisfy their concerns. Policy 9: Improve and maintain the overall appearance of City neighborhoods. CITY OF MIAMI VISIONS 2000 COMMITTEE TRANSPORTATION Proposed Goal and Policy Statement Goal I: Maintain an effective and cost efficient traffic circulation network and mass transit system within the City of Miami that provides transportation for all persons and facilitates commerce. Policy I: Seek to increase the City's formal role in the areawide transportation planing process through representation on the Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) Board and its advisory committees and councils. Policy 2: Strengthen participation in Metro -Dade County's formulation of traffic circulation policies, and support the County's efforts to maintain adopted level of service standards which are consistent with those of the City's Comprehensive Plan. Policy 3: Formulate, implement and support transportation control measures and educational programs designed to promote a general reduction in. vehicular traffic by increasing auto occupancy and transit ridership. Policy 4: Direct City staff to prepare a plan for consideration by the County which provides rail transit services to the northern area of the City. Policy 5: Promote opportunities for private minority vendors to provide supplementary transit including jitney, mini -bus and feeder bus services. Policy 6: Reinforce the use of intercept parking within the Downtown area, by' providing developers with options to secure spaces in peripheral public garages. Policy 7: Participate in joint lobbying efforts to secure adequate state and federal funding for traffic- and transit -related projects in the City. Poiicy 8: Provide increased mass transit service from City neighborhoods to employment centers throughout the County. CITY OF MIAMI VISIONS 2000 COMMITTEE EMPLOYMENT AND THE ECONOMY Proposed Goal and Policy Statement Goal 1: Create an economic environment ensuring economic stability, maximizing job opportunities and enhancing the standard of living for all City residents. Policy 1: Lobby state and federal legislators to provide funding for local economic development programs, small business assistance and manpower training and to support efforts at the federal level which encourage the revitalization and development of economies in Central and South America and the Caribbean. Policy 2: Participate in joint public/private efforts with community -based organizations to leverage private investment in small business development projects. Policy 3: Expand job and business opportunities by continuing to support redevelopment efforts in Downtown and neighborhood commercial areas. CITY OF MIAMI VISIONS 2000 COMMITTEE EDUCATION Proposed Goal and Policy Statement Goal 1: Develop the skills of the City residents so that they may attain gainful employment and contribute to the social and economic welfare of the community. Eliminate educational achievement deficiencies allowing city youth to become competitive with county, state, and national peers. Policy 1: Assist in focusing resources to care and educate children at an early age through concerted, coordinated efforts with the Dade County Public Schools (DCPS). Support legislative efforts to expand funding of pre -kindergarten and day care educational programs. Policy 2: Encourage parental interest and involvement in the education of their children which will strengthen the family structure. Policy 3: Develop better communication and coordination between the Dade County School Board and City agencies, particularly the Planning Department, for the future utilization, location, siting requirements and funding of educational facilities. Encourage the establishment of local citizens advisory council to the Board. Policy 4: Support the expansion of programs such as meals, health and physical education programs which maintain the growth and development of the "total" student. Policy 5: Support the improvement of basic skills in inner-city schools with programs such as tutorial instructors and remedial classes for students and their parents. Policy 6: Create a City-wide Educational Action Committee consisting of representatives from DCPS, MDCC, PTAs and of various City Departments to address the educational issues of City schools such as low test scores, high drop -out rates and the low educational level of adult City residents. Foster the development of joint programs between the School Board and the City. Link park/recreational and educational facilities and programs, and encourage intergenerational exchanges involving senior citizens and school children. Policy 7: Support joint lobbying efforts by educators, residents, local officials and the business community to inform all legislators of critical educational issues. Policy 8: Provide an acculturation training program for children of recent immigrants. Policy 9: Continue and strengthen programs on drug education. Support the enforcement of drug -free areas surrounding educational facilities. CITY OF MIAMI VISIONS 2000 COMMITTEE HEALTH CARE AND THE ELDERLY Proposed Goal and Policy Statement Goal 1: Assure access to affordable high quality health care for all residents of the City. Policy 1.1: Support state and federal legislation and adequate fundingwhich provide for more and better public health care to City residents, such as: a) increased State contributions through Medicaid and Medicare to allow for increased reimbursements for City residents; b) better accessibility to care through specialized transportation; c) funding for indigent care. Policy 1.2: Effect the improvement of health care services to all City residents through coordination efforts of existing providers in the following areas: a) preventative treatment; b) flexible operating hours; and ' c) provision of facilities in areas with unmet needs. Policy 1.3: Support the targeting of increased community mental health care services to the elderly and minority groups. Policy 1.4: Support increased governmental regulation of medical services and products to guard against socially irresponsible and unethical marketing practices. Support a public awareness program for all residents on the rights to proper health care services. Policy 1.5: Support programs for out -patient care for home -bound residents. Policy 1.6: Monitor state and federal program funding allocation formulas to insure that city residents receive their fair share, and give special attention to the disproportionate needs of imnigrants, the elderly poor and minorities. Goal 2: Assure a high quality of life for the City's elderly residents. Policy 2.1: Support agencies which provide special services to the elderly in the areas of meals, transportation, and support services. Policy 2.2: Participate in the coordination of agencies that provide planning services and funding to the elderly including the United Way and the Alliance for Aging. Policy 2.3: Utilize City resources and personnel to help leverage funding. Policy 2.4: Encourage retired residents to be active participants in community activities in areas such as education, recreation, and other intergenerational exchanges. Goal 3: Recognize and address the AIDS crisis. Policy 3.1: Participate in educational programs and agencies which provide care, including health care, supporting services and intermediate care. Policy 3.2: Support the creation of an interagency task force to serve as a local advocacy network responsible for the preparation of a report to the Commission on the status of current cases, existing resources, and a future strategy to address the problems. Members should include representatives of the high -risk groups, medical community and social service agencies. CITY OF MIAMI VISIONS 2000 COMMITTEE PUBLIC SAFETY Proposed Goal and Policy Statement Goal 1: Protect the public in the City of Miami through efficient and effective police, fire and emergency services. Encourage preventive measures to reduce the incidence of crimes and emergencies. Policy 1: Decrease the public's reliance on uniform police officers for non -emergency incidents by increasing the use of public service aides (freeing uniform officers from routine, clerical and adTinistrative responsibilities) and instituting better interagency coordination. Policy 2: Increase Fire Department staffing for emergency services. Policy 3: Fund the acquisition of systems and equipment using the latest technology for the Police and Fire Departments. Policy 4: Strengthen the civilian crime prevention network and its representative council by assisting in its efforts to secure state and federal funding for its programs and designating appropriate staffing for its support. Policy 5: Identify and implement a system that will compensate the Police Department for its increasing number of service calls from non-residents, businesses, and others. (Service calls are anticipated to increase to over one million annually by the year 2000). Policy 6: Work with Dade County Public Schools (DCPS) to assign school resource officers in all City schools. Policy 7: Increase staffing of the task force on gangs. Policy 8: Support public safety programs targetted to youth, e.g. Learn Not to Burn Program. Policy 9: Expand the Fire Department's fire prevention program by requiring, through City code, the installation of smoke detectors in homes, apartments and businesses. Policy 10: Support special programs and services that are responsive to the public safety of the elderly, especially for senior centers and housing facilities. 1 Many calls for assistance are a result of social problems rather than criminal acts. By channeling an initial call away from the police to an agency group.which can respond to the concern, the public need is satisfied -- the burden to respond, though, is no longer on the Police Department.