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March 125 1981 K<«
pity Manager interim Central Detention Facility
1145 Northwest 11th Street
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Dn February 11, 1981, the City of Miami Commission adopted Resolution 81-105
authorizing the City Manager to execute a lease agreement between the City of
Miami and Dade County for the purpose of reopening the old City Jail at
1145 Northwest 11th Street for use by the County as an Interim Central Detention
Facility. The Commission noted, at that time, that the concerns of the City
employees located at 1145 Northwest 11th Street, as We11 as that of neighbors
and businesses in the vicinity should be reviewed so that measures might be
instituted to, as much as possible, relieve those concerns.
Since February 11, 1981, a variety of correspondence and meetings have occurred
with the conclusion being:
City [rmp�oyeesConc_erns: Ms. pat Skubish, representing the concerns of
the City employees has caused a number of amendments to the proposed
County lease that strengthen security provisions. Key among these changes
was an agreement with the County that causes the stationing of twenty-one
sworn police officers within the jail complex. This significant addition
added to the forty-five corrections officers and security guards, provides
for a visable police presence and, in essence, brings a small sub -station
of police officers closer to the concerned community.
While it was understood that all of the employees concerns could only be
resolved by not permitting the re -opening of the jail, the efforts of
Ms. Skubish have permitted a realistic solution in accord with the recog-
nition that reopening the jail is in the best interests of the community
as a whole.
Business/Neighborhood Concerns: The concerns of the Holiday Inn, located
across the street rom 1145 Northwest 11th Street, were primarily related
to the potential loss of business that might occur because of the jail re-
opening. The Days Inn, located approximately two blocks north of the
facility, were similar with particular concern expressed regarding poten-
tial adverse publicity should some prisoner problems occur. The City
administration has met with representatives of both companies and, while
the meetings were generally cordial, both organizations remain opposed to
the reopening of the facility even with the new agreement of Dade County
to locate a sworn police unit in the building. It is unlikely that these
companies°concerns can be resolved except through a period of time wherein
the re -opened facility proves to be an uneventful neighbor. Mr. Irving Kern,
representing the Holiday Inn, may wish to cause his objection to become part
of the record at the City .Commission Meeting of March 17, 1981, and a
3:30 p.m, personal appearance has been provided on the Agenda for his pur-
pose.
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Neighborhood concerns generally support the desire of the Holiday
Inn to prevent the reopening of the Jail. Mst pat Skubish attended
a neighborhood Crime Match Meeting of the community attended by approxi.
mately 190 residents wherein the primary concern related to security,
It is likely that this concern also can only be resolved through time.
A Mrs. Pat Keller has submitted a letter wishing to express the feelings
of the residents, and she may also appear at the 300 p►m{ personal
appearance portion of the March 17th Agenda.
The administration of the three hospitals (Jackson Memorial, Veterans
Administration and Cedars of Lebanon) has advised that they have no
concerns regarding the reopened faciltiy and, in fact, see it as a posi-
tive move in reducing overcrowding at the main Jail facility.
in summary, it is generally recognized that the use of the old Jail area of 1146
Northwest lath Street is such that only a Jail could use the space that exists;
there exists a serious over crowding situation in the main County Jail facility
that the County is under a court direction to resolve; the absence of additional
Space to house detainees would require releasing arrested individuals back to
the streets resulting in increased demands on the police, and creating a hazard
to the community as a whole; and, that the only logical short-term solution is
to permit the use that the County has proposed. It is also recognized that
businesses and residents near the old City Jail are opposed to the use of the
facility for reasons generally related to concerns for security. bade County
has responded positively to these concerns by providing for security fencing,
adequate correctional officer staffing and a unit of sworn personnel within the
facility. Actual elemination of the security concern (also shared by the City
employees) can only occur through the passage of time.
It should be noted that the County's offer to locate a sworn police unit at the
facility necessitates providing approximately 4,000 square feet of the downstairs
portion of the facility at no additional cost to the County. The County has re-
viewed a room at the extreme south end of the building, currently occupied by a
soon to be concluded CETA program, that will serve their needs and provide the
visible police presence desired by the employees and that may help offset the
fears of the neighboring business and residents.
Copies of related correspondence and materials are attached.
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...,. March 14, 1981
To: The Honorable Mayor Maurice A. Terre and Commissioners of the City
of Miami
As a resident of the Spring Garden area, i would like to express
my extreme displeasure over the agreement between the City of Miami and.
Dade county in utilizing the old city jail for housing county prisoners,
i have moved back to the central city, having faith that the city
of Miami could regenerate its core. The Spring Garden Section has recent-
ly seen a period of revitall2ation with many young professional establish-
ing roots here. it has often been difficult in defending my move in
light of the recent riots, refuge influx, increased crime and occas-
sional wanderings of psychotic patients from nearby medical centers.
Yet, if downtown Miami is to accomplish'. a rebirth, a young, working,
civic -minded restdertiai population is essential.
It is very discouraging now to be faced with the prospect of a jail
several blocks from my house. How many more insults can the
neighborhood endure?
Surely, the restdentlal density of the area makes this a very poor
choice for a jail. No matter how well the facility is staffed, there
will always be security problems. But the biggest victim will be the
already precarious sense.of security of the local residents and the
safety of our homes. 1 believe the employees who will be working inside
the building have expressed similar feelings. The continued anxiety
produced by a jail in Spring Garden may announce the final knelt of
the neighborhood.
Up until now, I have had faith in Miami and the.regrowth of its
downtown. I have paid thousands of dollars in taxes feeling that they
were justified as an investment in the City. Perhaps I was a foolish
optimist and should have joined many of my colleagues In a flight
to the suburbs or northward. Yet, I feel you can give us hope and
reconsider the proposed lease. if not. I shall seek other means of
influence, both politically and professionally, to preserve and pro-
mote the character of our area. i ask you, please consider a more suitable
site for the jail and save our neighborhood.
CC; Richard L. Fosmoen,
County Commissioners
Dade County
Sincerely,
Richard Delmer M. D.
1026 N.W. North River price
Miami, Florida 33136
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Assistant to the City Manager
City of Miami
3500 Pan American Drive
Miami PL 35133
Dear Mr. Parkinst
Thank you very much for your recent letter announcing
the next scheduled City Commission meeting on March 17,
1981, at which time they will discuss the reopening of
the jail.
We thank you for offering us an opportunity to discuss
this, but we h ve no questions concerning this subject
and we wi11 of be attending this meeting,
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After consulting with 2is. Kern of Holiday and Inn and the owner of bay's
Inn as well as residents of the area we are forced to insist that a
new hearing on the proposed jail be held.
We note that this ratter was not advertized in the newspaper as the law
requires, the matter was taken out of sequence as well as ahead of se-
quence and thus the democratic processes were blocked. On this basis
we are insisting; that our voices be heard.
This letter will also serve as our request for our place on the agenda,
Sincereiy� -
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Mr. Robert 8igge
Executive Director
Cedars of Lebanon Hospital
1400 N. W. 12th Avenue
Miami, Fla. 3313E
Dear Mr. Digger
We have discussed Metropolitan Dade County 's proposal to cause the old
City Jail to be reopened as an Interim Central Detention Facility.
During the past several weeks Metropolitan bade County has accepted a
variety of conditions designed to insure the highest degree of security
and safety in reactivating this jail. Perhaps the most significant
single agreement is that Metropolitah Dade has agreed to locate a con'
tingent of 30 sworn armed police officers in a portion of the building
itself. Of course, there have been additional agreement items like
improved lighting, security fencing, etc. that should go a long way
towards resolving the concerns that have been expressed to me,
The next scheduled City Commission meeting is March 17, 1981. There
had been some indication, to me, that you might wish to appear before
the Commission to discuss the reopening of the jail. If you still wish
to do so, please notify me as soon as possible so that I might ensure
that a place on the agenda has been provided.
Thank you for the opportunity to review the County's proposal with you
aniL-ferg willing to discuss reasonable solutions to appropriate
concerns. Ali
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R. Wl Parkins
Assistant to the City Manager
Note: I am aware that you have no questions or concern regarding this
facility. but wanted you to know that you have the opportunity
to review any thoughts you might have with the Commission.
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Mr. Thomas Doherty
Hospital Administrator
Veterans Administration
Medical Center
1201 N.W. 16th Street
Miami, Fla. 33136
Dear Mr. Doherty:
Richard L, FpaOMM
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We have discussed Metropolitan Dade County's proposal to cause the
old City Jail to be reopened as an Interim Central Detention Facility.
During the past several weeks metropolitan bade County has accepted a
variety of conditions designed to insure the highest degree of security
and safety in reactivating this jail. perhaps the most significant
single agreement is that Metropolitan Dade has agreed to locate a con-
tingent of 35 sworn armed police officers in a portion of the building
itself. Of course, there have been additional agreement items like
improved lighting, security fencing, etc. that -should go a long way
towards resolving the concerns that have been expressed to me.
The next scheduled City Commission meeting is March 17, 1981. There
had been some indication, to me, that you might wish to appear before
the Commission to discuss the reopening of the jail. If you still wish
to do so, please notify me as soon as possible so that I might ensure
that a place on the agenda has been provided.
Thank you for the opportunity to review the County's proposal with you
and for being willing to discuss reasonable solutions to appropriate
concerns.
si.`tant to the City Manager
Note: I am aware that you have no questions or concerns regarding this
facility, but wanted you to know that you have the opportunity
to review any thoughts you might have with the Commission.
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Mr. Fred J. Cowell
President
Public Health 'Trust
Jackson Memorial Hospital
1611 N. W. 12 Avenue
Miami, Fla. 33136
Dear Mr. Cowe11:
We have discussed Metropolitan Dade County's proposal to cause the
old City Jail to be reopened as an Interim Central Detention Facility.
During the past several weeks Metropolitan Dade County has accepted a
variety of conditions designed to insure the highest degree of security
and safety in reactivating this Jail. Perhaps the most significant
single agreement is that Metropolitan Dade has agreed to locate a con-
tingent of 35 sworn armed police officers in a portion of the building
itself. Of course, there have been additional agreement items like
improved lighting, security fencing, etc. that should go a long way
towards resolving the concerns that have been expressed to me.
The next scheduled City Commission meeting is March 17, 1981. There
had been some indication, to me, that you might wish to appear before
the Commission to discuss the reopening of the jail. If you still wish
to do so, please notify me as soon as possible so that I might ensure
that a place on the agenda has been provided.
Thank you for the opportunity to review the County's proposal with yogi'
and for being willing to discuss reasonable solutions to appropriate
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Assi,�tant to the City Manager
Note: I am aware that you have no questions or concerns regarding this
facility, but wanted you to know that you have the opportunity
to review any thoughts you might have with the Commission.
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March 5, 1981 '
Mrr. Irving Kern
Premier Management Corporation
1035 N. W. 11 Court
Miami, Florida 33135
Dear Mr. Kern:
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Richard Li FFJs111Ven
We have discussed Metropolitan Dade County's proposal to cause the old
City Jail to be reopened as an Interim Central Detention Facilityr
During the past several weeks Metropolitan Dade County has accepted a
variety of conditions designed to insure the highest degree of security
and safety in reactivating this jail. perhaps the most significant
single agreement is that Metropolitan Dade has agreed to locate a con-
tingent of 35 sworn armed police officers in a portion of the building
itself. Of course, there have been additional agreement items like
improved lighting, security fencing, etc. that should go a long way
towards resolving the concerns that have been expressed to me.
The next scheduled City Commission meeting is March 17, 1981. There
had been some indication, to me, that you might wish to appear before
the Commission to discuss the reopening of the jail. If you still wish
to do so, please notify me as soon as possible so that I might ensure
that a place on the agenda has been provided.
Thank you for the opportunity to review the County's proposal with you
and for being willing to discuss reasonable solutions to appropriate
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Assi tant to the City Manager
March 6, 1961
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Mr. W. D. Russell
District Director
Day's Inn
C. R. Day Realty of Florida, Inc.
605 Fast Robinson Street, Suite 400
Orlando, Florida 32801
Dear Mr. Russell:
Richard Li Fawn
We have discussed Metropolitan Dade County 's proposal to cause the old
City Jail to be reopened as an Interim Central Detention Facility.
During the past several weeks Metropolitan Dade County has accepted a
variety of conditions designed to insure the highest degree of security
and safety in reactivating this Jail. Perhaps the most significant
single agreement is that Metropolitan Dade has agreed to locate a con-
tingent of 35 sworn armed police officers in a portion of the building
itself. Of course, there have been additional agreement items like
improved lighting% security fencing, etc. that should go a long way
towards resolving the concerns that have been expressed to me.
The next scheduled City Commission meeting is March li, 1981. There
had been some indication, to me, that you might wish to appear before
the Commission to discuss the reopening of the Jail. If you still wish
to do so, please notify me as soon as possible so that i might ensure •
that a place on the agenda has been provided.
Thank you for the opportunity to review the County's proposal with you
and for being willing to discuss reasonable solutions to appropriate`
ly,
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As istant to the City Manager
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Ms. pat Keller
1437 NW 13 'Terrace
Miami, Florida 33125
Dear Ms. Keller.-
ithard L. FUMOOft
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I am attaching a photocopy of the proposed lease regarding the effort
by Metropolitan bade County to reopen the former City of Miami jail at
1145 NW 11 St. Please note that most of the language has already been
reviewed but that.the section covered under Article VII related to
security services is still under discussion. As I indicated to you
on the, telephone, Metropolitan bade County has agreed to provide 35
sworn police officers on the premises at 1145 NW 11 St., and I am
anticipating written confirmation of this agreement shortly.
I am also enclosing a copy of the Interim Central Detention Facility
site plan and a fact sheet prepared by Metropolitan bade County that
may respond to many of your questions.
I sincerely appreciated the opportunity to discuss this proposed lease
with you and will be available if you have any further questions in
t�tttTi re . .
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R: Parkins
ssistant to the City Manager
cc: Stacy Hornstein
bc: Pat Skubish
911 coufitHOUSE OFFICE Off` COUNTY MANAG
MIAM1, FLOOIdA 3313C
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Mr. Richard Fosmoen
Acting City Manager
City of Miami
3500 Pan American Drive
Coconut Grove, Florida 33133
Dear Mr. Fosmoen:
The Crime Laboratory bureau, an element of the Public Safety
Department, is anticipating the renovation of its physical facil1.
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ties within the next six weeks. It is projected that this renova-
tion will take approximately one year.
It is our understanding that space in the Municipal Justice
Buildina, located at 1145 N.W. 11 Street, and currently occupied by
the Social Delivery Division of the Department of Leisure Services,
would be available during the renovation phase. We have surveyed
the facility and found it to be adequate for our needs.
It would be our intention to relocate our Crime Scene Section during
construction. The section consists of:
One (1) police captain
One (1) police lieutenant
One (1) police sergeant
Two (2) clerk stenos
Eleven (11) police technicians (sworn)
Seven (7) police officers
In addition, parking facilities will be needed for ten (10) police
vehicles.
Your prompt reply granting permission for this request would be most
appreciated.
Sin e, 1
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M. R. STIERNEIM
County Manager
cc; Bobby L, Jones, Director
Public Safety Department
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Capital lripro`:ement-t bivisio:i
1403 Crurtilounc
Mlarli, Florida 33130
11c,: Tnteri:rl Central 1)..stcuticm Vaciliti.'
Pile 1,41o: `',56.31/310
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rmctns,ed you Will find _`i cost. bton',•:i1own she. t id!,11:1 :�7yivv the T.;i rv,.*- i,cil .i
that ar-2 schedulcd to be Made with City of iiialni funds. T11e:;e estil:lates
are on 1:•.td,;Ct fi, tires ulii li ::ill bo reS InvA further ar. the c`!rcL
sc:opo of s:ic'.i ir.iprovr*onn are esk:,bli .11;�d.
1.11 t.lie tot.- 1 cc:^L of the proj-:!Ct tr, the COLI;.tV was revised, ar,
seVCr..I C1C:•t'i1t:< ui'.fC rc7loc.:ted to 1:110 Cityls, budget.
Contact i'-_ if you r:!gitire_ any addit.ionil assistnace.
Sincerely,
1.;1vrence 13,n .v-, A.T.A.
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MY rt1Mb NijROVEtdM`l`S'
1) Vote Lighting (tits to Clty $wanta;t)
2) Seconcl,at-y Patking, (pavitig ienci.ng)
3) Repince Generator i i : i , i
4) General rxf.orior Renovation (to code)
5) A1gnage • • . • , , , • • . ,
6) l+itst Fioor Renovation , , . , •
1) SecondAry Eire Exit (Stdit:'s at east)
8) Srjoka netection System & . • .
• $54,874
• $46,375
$4 01000
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$10,000
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$21,600
TOTAL, CITY I;Ut'M) NPROVEIIMNTS, • , . . . $226,099
COUtJ'rY VG,4Dw11 — PROJECT COSTS $541,905
TOTAL CONSTRUCTION $768tOO4
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Mr. Clayton H. Wilder
Criminal Justice Granta Coordinator
Bureau of Criminal Justice Aasistance
520 Carlton Puiiding
Tallahassee, Plorida S2301
Dear Mr. Wilder:
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Richard b. Foama n
Rebruary 24, 1981
Attached it the City of Miamii's Notice of Intent to apply for funds
under the Cuban/Haitian Entrants Security and Safety program.
Please be advised that a request for reitmbursetlent was forwarded on
December 19, 1580 to the State of Florida, Department of Community
Affairs, in anticipation of this program. The request included the
cost of police supervisors and regular time salaries which were dis-
allowed under the Federal Emergency Management Agency. This amount
is included in the Police Department's estimated amount.
Should you have any questions, please contact Ms. Carla $ernabei, at
(305) 579-6150.
Sincerely yours,
ichard L. Fosmoen
City Manager
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Howard Gary, Ass't. City Manager
Cesar Odio, Ass't. City Manager
Kenneth 'Harms, Chief of Police
Carlos Garcia, Acting Director of Finance
Carla Bernabei, Assistant Director of Finance,
Robert Firkins, Assistant to the City Manager
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Sham Description of Project: tfle ease__.in.:la t_en o ettetlt �f.fort dua-tn_:tbe_
influx of nubahl" itian Enttanta.-_
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Type of Reimburse ent: (C-thC. e tnej : C
(See Types of Rbimburserients in letter)
Period of Reimbursement: Prom Ate' .�I-qgn. Through.§EP iB -P,,-_._98 ...,-.
"stimated Amount hequested: $ 6g5,gQs_— _-
Implementing Agency:
"pof ce Department, Corrections DeRrunint, etc. `
Short Description of Project: Renova ign. on the,old C,iry of Miatn4 .Tail,,;,
include increase ••
access to the building: navine fenr;(ng--ind]andscaping of thp pnrk4ag areal
painting; and relocation of personnel offices due to renovation.
Type of Reimbursement: {CttcCc. olid A B
(See Types of Reimbursements in"letter)
Period of S'x,L: 1211
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February 20, 1981
Mr. Irving Kern
Premier Management Corporation
1035 N. W. 11 Court
Miami, Florida 3313E
Mr. Irwin H. Schwartz
MIN-NAN Food Service
1035 N. W. 11 Court
Miami, rlorida 33136
Mr. W. d. Russell
District Director
C.D. Day Realty of Florida, Inc.
605 E. Robinson Street, Suite 400
Orlando, Florida 32801
Gentlemen:
Richard L, Paean
We appreciate your concern and interest in the proposed lease with Dade
County for the use of our Municipal Justice Building. In order that we
resolve all issues as quickly as possible I would appreciate your atten-
dance at a meeting with my Assistant, Mr. Rob Parkins, on Wednesday,
February 25, 1981 at 10:00 a.m. in my office. We will have representa-
tives of Dade County present. If you are unable to attend, please notify
my office.
Si erel�C,
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City Manager
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TO ; Honorable Mayor Maurice A. Ferre & Commissioners of City of Miami
This has reference to the resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute
a lease agreement between the City of Miami and Dade County, providing for
the lease of the former City of Miami Jail at 1145 N.W. llth St, for use to
accommodate prisoners awaiting court disposition.
Numerous telephone calls had been made to the City Hall office inquiring as
to when a hearing on this matter was scheduled. In all instances people have
been told that it would be sometime after 4PM on Feb llth. At that time a
very large group of interested citizens arrived, only to be told that the
hearing was over, as it had been rescheduled to be heard earlier.
It is my understanding that a hearing on an important subject such as this
would first be announcedin the newspaper. In addition, I have been informed
that it in fact had been taken 'out of sequence' from a previously prepared
agenda. I am sure this was not done in a devious way to avoid confrontations
with interested citizens, but it obviously was not done in the proper manner.
I represent the owners of the HOLIDAY INN -CIVIC CENTER. We pay what I would
consider as our fair share of taxes having been increased the last go -around
from $60,000 to $90,000. In addition the local taxes from rooms, beverage
and food are several hundreds of thousands of dollars a year. Our property
is valued at $7 million, so we feel we have a right to be heard.
We are not located in what we might call a desirable area. Since the riots
and the influx of Cuban and Haitian refugees the area has been experiencing
additional problems. We instituted 24 hour security at a cost of $35,000 per year.
Since the newspaper publicity regarding the contemplated jail, we have been
advised by many of our corporate travelling people that they might seek a
change and look for another hotel -to stay at during their Miami business visits.
We also enjoy a very strong Cruise Line business on weekends. I understand this
is the time the JAIL plans on having visitors. I am sure this additional activity
will not meet with approval. If it doesn't ... we are in jeopardy of losing $500.00
a year from the cruiselines.
A few days ago I had the pleasure of lunching with Mr. Stacy Hornstein from the
office of the County Manager and Mr. Rob Parkins who is the Asst. to the City
Manager of Miami, They explained to me in detail about the proposed operation
of the jail from fixing the outward appearance to the upgrading of the inside
facility... to the vast amount of guards they will employ,
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PAU 2 m== Feb. 209 1981 - UTTtp TO CITY OOMMMIONDS, AND MAYOR, re Jail 0
While I appreciate the combined efforts of the city and county to present
a total concept of a smoothly run facility that would not interfere with
business or hurt our image, we cannot afford the gamble
I wish to go on record as being totally and vehemently against this proposal,
I see no reason why another location cannot be secured, a location that perhaps
does not effect an entire area that is already somewhat blighted.
I also see the possiblity of a good franchised HOLIDAY INN such as ours,
gradually lose occupancy, and eventually I see a substantial investment
greatly diminishing.
A DAYS INN HOTEL Just opened two months ago just a few hundred yards from
the proposed facility. Their investment must be at least $5 million, and
I are sure when they become aware of what is happening they too are going to
scream loud and clear.
I did not seek legal advice, but plan to do so. If in Fact something can be
done to stop this project legally, you can be sure I will exert every effort
to do so.
If I cannot, and the project goes through, I will make this my personal
vendetta. I will spare no time or expense at voting time in organizing
over 2,000 HOLIDAY INN employees in this area to vote as ONE.
Very truly yours,
PREMIER MANAGEMENT CORP.
IRVING KERpr
Vice President
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CC: Mr.
Richard L. Fosmoen,
Ci ty
Manager copy �u_ .
Mr.
Armando La Casa,
City
Commissioner
Mr.
J. L. Plummer
City
Commissioner
Mr.
Joe Carrollo
City
Commissioner
Father Theodore Gibson
City
Commissioner
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February 199 1981
Mr. Irving Kern
Premier Management Corporation
1035 N. W► 11 Court
Miami, Florida 33136
Dear Mr. Kern:
Richard L, Fotmeen
It was indeed a pleasure meeting with you and Mr. Schwartz on Tuesday,
February 17, 1981. You were indeed most gracious and Mr, Stacy Hornstein
of Metropolitan Dade County and I thank you for your kindness.
I am enclosing, as we indicated, a copy of the proposed lease, the Metropolitan
Dade County fact sheet and the site plan related to the opening of the old City
jail for an interim detention facility. You will note that there have been
some language changes in the proposed lease and we will forward to you any
further changes before the document is finally ready for execution.
Please note that the area of security (Article VII) is still under review in
that the County and the City are still reviewing the possibilities of locating
a uniformed portion of the Public Safety Department in the Southern most
offices of the facility. As we near some form of agreement in understanding,
we will provide you with the most current document.
As Mr. Hornstein pointed out, Metropolitan Dade County does indeed enjoy a
reputation for being a good neighbor. They are striving, as is the City of
Miami, to ensure the good neighbor relationship is maintained. As good neighbors
do, there will undoubtedly be occasions where we disagree over some issue. But,
I am comfortable that with a discussion of issues between reasonable people,
mutual agreement can be achieved. You very kindly afforded us this opportunity
to discuss the issues and to review appropriate methods of resolving those issues
and we are both very grateful.
We will, of course, keep in contact with you and invite you to do the same should
any new issues arise that you wish clarified or resolved.
r very kind hospitality and my very best regards.
Assistant to the City Manager
Enclosure
cc; S. Hornstein
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February 19, 1081
Mr. W. D. Russell
District Director
Day's Inn
Cf B. Day Realty of Florida, Inc.
60S Bast Robinson Street, Suite 400
Orlando, Florida 32801
Dear Mr. Russell:
Richard L. P69MUen
It was a pleasure to meet you and Mr. Sill Walmack on Friday. February 13,
1981. The fact that we met on Friday the 13th to discuss the City/County
proposed jail did not occur to me until much later. Because of your kind
reception, however, it was apparent I would not need to be concerned
with superstitions.
I am enclosing, as I indicated, a copy of the proposed lease, a copy of
the site plan and a copy of Metropolitan Dade County's fact sheet for
your review. Please note that there have been some language changes
already proposed in the lease with all of the articles generally resolved
with the exception of the article related to security (article VII). I
will, of course, forward any additional changes to you as they are developed.
During our meeting you raised the following questions and I have noted
the County's response after each question:
1. Will the detainees be felons?
The County originally proposed that they were going to
limit the type of detainee to those who have committed
nonviolent crimes; i.e. worthless checks, property
crimes, etc. They have noted, however, that they would
not be able to guarantee that felons would not be included
in the jail population and as a consequence the answer to
this question must be in the affirmative.
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February 19, 1081
Mr. W. D. Russell
District Director
Day's Inn
Cf B. Day Realty of Florida, Inc.
60S Bast Robinson Street, Suite 400
Orlando, Florida 32801
Dear Mr. Russell:
Richard L. P69MUen
It was a pleasure to meet you and Mr. Sill Walmack on Friday. February 13,
1981. The fact that we met on Friday the 13th to discuss the City/County
proposed jail did not occur to me until much later. Because of your kind
reception, however, it was apparent I would not need to be concerned
with superstitions.
I am enclosing, as I indicated, a copy of the proposed lease, a copy of
the site plan and a copy of Metropolitan Dade County's fact sheet for
your review. Please note that there have been some language changes
already proposed in the lease with all of the articles generally resolved
with the exception of the article related to security (article VII). I
will, of course, forward any additional changes to you as they are developed.
During our meeting you raised the following questions and I have noted
the County's response after each question:
1. Will the detainees be felons?
The County originally proposed that they were going to
limit the type of detainee to those who have committed
nonviolent crimes; i.e. worthless checks, property
crimes, etc. They have noted, however, that they would
not be able to guarantee that felons would not be included
in the jail population and as a consequence the answer to
this question must be in the affirmative.
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2, You questioned whether the felony charges that are
applied would be in accord with U. S. laws/Florida
state statutes/county or Municipal ordinances/
or Cuban statutes'.
The County 's jurisdiction is limited to enforcing
United Mates laws, piorida state statutes or County
ordinances, They do, in accord with their role as
custodian for all prisoners in Metropolitan Cade County
that may be arrested by municipalities, obviously detain
individuals charged with violations of municipal ordinances.
3. What will be the number of guards?
The County proposes to staff the interim detention facility
with 45 guards. Since they anticipate a total detainee
population of no more than 200, this would provide a ratio
of guards to prisoners of approximately 13 to 1 on a 3 shift
basis.
4. What types of guards will be provided'
The guards in the interim detention facility will be
Dade County correctional officers, fully trained in
accord with state standards.
S. Will the opening of this interim detention facility
cause a loss of business? Could it result in adverse
publicity?
As you know, these questions are difficult to answer
in that it is impossible to foresee all of the circumstances
that might arise in the future. Metropolitan Dade County has
agreed that they will comply with reasonable security requests
by the City in order to minimize the potential of a detainee
escaping from the facility. The question of adverse publicity,
of course, is partly related to our own individual perceptions
and the methods by which we disseminate these. As an example,
I noted in a subsequent meeting that an establishment owner
was warning his guests, on a regular basis, that when they
walked out of the building, they were subject to being mugged.
In my opinion, this gentleman was creating his own form of
adverse publicity and would undoubtedly suffer the consequences
of a loss of business. I can only assure you that it is in the
City's mind to ensure that as many of the potential problems
that could result in adverse publicity and a subsequent loss
of business had been addressed prior to the opening of the
facility.
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We discussed the possibility of requesting the Sheriff's office to locate
some of their uniformed patrol officers in the facility itself and i have
been in Contact with bade Bounty's Director of Public Safety with the result
that they view this as an attractive possibility+ i will keep you informad
as this develops.
You indicated that the Bhaiman of the Board for Bay's inn might be coming
to Miami in the near Future and the City Manager has asked that i extend,
through you, his invitation to meet with him when the Chairman of the
Board is in town.
Again, m +hW"—fayour very gracious reception and my very best regards.
nbrt W.
Assistant
arkins
d the City Manager
4 Richard L. POONA
February 19, 1981
Mr. Stacy Hornstein
Capital Improvements Coordinator
Metropolitan Cade County
73 West Flagler, Suite 911
Miami, Florida 33130
Pe: Proposed Lease with Current Amendments
Dear Stacy:
I am attaching a photocopy of the proposed lease that has been discussed with
Ms. Skubish who is representing the employees in the affected facility. Note
that most of the changes relate to language or clarification except for
Article IX related to visiting hours and Article VII related to security
services.
Article IX includes substantial language change and Article VII remains
unresolved until we determine the kind of security service that we might
be able to achieve.
In addition to the changes noted above, it is currently the City's desire to
add an additional article that would read as follows: "Further, the County
agrees that they will honor any reasonable request of the City Commission with
reference to any problems of health, welfare and safety of City personnel
located on the demised premises."
I am also enclosing a copy of a memorandum received from the Building and
Zoning Inspections Department Director related to parking lot lighting for
your information.
Let me know if you have any problems with the proposed changes and, of course,
I will keep in touch.
Sin re ,
obe W. Parkins
Assistant to the City Manager
cc: W. Harrison
P. Skubish
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Richard is Foamoen
City mariageF
February 19, 1981
Mr. Thomas M. peck
Plant Superintendent
Dade hater & Sewer Authority
1001: N.W. lith Street M =
Miami, Florida 33136 4 r.
Be: parking Privileges in the Bear of the Human resources
Department Building, city of Miami, Florida
Dear Tom. -
This is to coftf irm our discussions of February 19, 1991, concerning
the privilege for your employees to park in our parking lot direct-
ly behind the old Police Justice Building, currently known as the
Human Resources Department Building, City of Miami, Florida.
Your approximately 50 employees may continue to park there, subject
to the following understandings and restrictions:
A. Parking is granted to your employees on a continuing access
until such time as the office of Labor Relations indicates
to you that we are unable to accommodate your people. It
is understood that your employees will cease parking immedi-
ately should you receive notice that we are unable to offer
them free space in the future.
B. You will give Mr. Carlos Arauz, Assistant Director of the
Human Resources Department, an alphabetized list showing
the following:
1. Name of individual/driver of the vehicle
2. Make and year of the vehicle
3. License number of the vehicle
C. It is understood that since the parking stickers are for one
year, you will pay the cost of stickers the following year
(1982). This year it cost us approximately $250.00 to print
up enough decals to take care of everyone in the parking lot.
D. As you get new personnel or personnel terminate, it will be
your responsibility to see that the new personnel are appro-
priately added to the list so as to draw a new sticker and
also to see that your departing personnel turn in their pre-
vious parking stackers to you and you appropriately destroy
them.
OFFICE OF IHf CITN MkNkCER 3500 Pin Amerirdn Einve/Mgmi, Florid# 3313311305479*6W
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t. Your employees must basically conform to any rules and regula-
tions concerning parking in the lot, should they be developed
in the future. to this instance, consistent with our discus-
siona, it would be helpful if all your employees parked directly
against the fenoe, separating our two buildings.
ty copy of this letter to Mr. Carlos Arauz, 1 am also confirming
our above understandings. Mr. Arau2 will be issuing the stickers
in the very near future. l suggest that you draw them as quickly
as possible as we anticipate starting the enforcement in the near
future.
We will advise you the day before the enforcement is instituted so
that you can assure that your people all have the appropriate
stickers and hopefully they would not be ticketed and towed.
Hopefully we can assist one another in the future on these minds of
self-help projects, and we'll try to assist you in any way we can.
Sincerely, -j
I
Dean R. Mielke
Labor Relations Officer
cc: Robert Xrause, Director, Human Resources Department
Carlos Arauz, Assistant Director, Human Resources Dept.
Richard L. Posmoen, City Manager
.,,Vobert Parkins, Assistant to the City Manager
Morris Kaufmann, Parking, Construction & Management
Dena Spillman, Director, Community Development
Nancy Bahn, Assistant Director, Community Development
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Assistant to the City Manager
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Director
Building & toning Department
_,. _, February 175 1981 -,l�,:
,., Review of parking Lot Fighting at
1145 N. W. llth Street
' C:CRVJCM Your request of 2/13/81
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On Friday evening personnel of the Building & Zoning Department conducted a review
of the lighting provided in the parking area around the City -owned building at
1145 N. W. llth Street, formerly known as the Municipal Justice Building.
Overall, the lighting provided does not meet the standards required by City
Ordinance No. 8115. No lighting is available in the parking lot west of the
building. Although some lighting is provided in the parking area north of the
building, it is not sufficient to illuminate the outer boundaries of the lot. The
lighting in the inset area on the east side of the building is adequately lit, but
the lighting provided in the parking lanes east of the building and the limited
parking spaces south of the building need to be up -graded.
Bill Harrison has requested that a design
be prepared. I am therefore forwarding a
since the public Works Department has the
to meet the additional lighting required
copy of this memorandum to Donald Cather
street lighting design unit,
Please advise me if I can be of further assistance.
SWK:GS:lb
cc: Director's file
Reading file
Certificate of Use file
Donald Cather
Kevin W. Gordon
Bill Harrison
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13 February 1031
Mr. Fred J. Cowell
President
Public Health Trust
Jackson Memorial Hospital
1611 N.W. 13 Avenue
Miami, FL 33136
Dear Mr. Cowell;
As you know the City is considering entering into a lease agreement with
Dade County to permit them to use the second level of our building lo-
cated at 1145 N.W. 11 Street.
Enclosed is a draft lease which addresses issues of improved security and
use of the facility. if you have any comments or questions on the lease,
1 would appreciate your response at your earliest convenience. Mr. Rob
Parkins of my office will be in touch with you during the week of Febru-
ary 16 to receive your comments.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Since el ,
Richard Fosmoen
City Manager
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13 February 1581
Mr. Thomas Doherty
Hospital Administrator
Veterans Administration
Medical Center
1261 N.W. 15th Street
Miami, FL 33136
Dear Mr. Doherty!
As you know the City is considering entering into a lease agreement with
Dade County to permit them to use the second level of our building lo.
cated at 1145 N,W. 11 Street,
Enclosed is a draft lease which addresses issues of improved security and
use of the facility. If you have any comments or questions on the lease,
I would appreciate your response at your earliest convenience. Mr. gob
Parkins of my office will be in touch with you during the week of Febru-
ary 16 to receive your comments.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Sincerely,
Rich r L. Fosmoen
City Manager
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13 February 1981
Mr► Robert Digge
Executive Director
Cedars of Lebanon Hospital
1400 N.W. 12th Avenue
Miami, FL 33136
Dear Mr. Digge:
As you know the City is considering entering into a lease agreement with
Dade County to permit them to use the second level of our building lo•
cated at 1145 N.W. 11 Street.
Enclosed is a draft lease which addresses issues of improved security and
use of the facility. If you have any comments or questions on the tease,
I would appreciate your response at your earliest convenience. Mr. Rob
Parkins of my office will be in touch with you during the week of Febru-
ary 16 to receive your comments.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Since el ,
Rich d L. Fosmoen,
City Manager
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Senior Vice President
Chief Operations Officer
March 10, 1981
Mr, R.W. Parkins
Assistant to the City Manager
City of Miami
3500 Pan American Drive
Miami, FL 33133
Dear Mr. Parkinst
Thank you for your letter of March 6, 1981, to our
District Director, Win Russell, regarding the Date
County Jail Interim Central Detention Facility.
We are encouraged by the additional security measures
indicated and appreciate your concern.
We will not be addressing the City Commission on March
17, but we would like to be kept abreast of any develop-
ments in this area on an on -going basis.
Your consideration is appreciated.
Regards,
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Senior Vice President
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