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Home My WebLink AboutM-80-0547ACITY Of MIAMI. I LORIDA J A. INTER•(-)FFICE MEMORANDUM Joseph R. Grassie June 26, 1980 TILE City Manager Noguchi Presentation to Commission Carl Kern, Director Department of Parks• <2, /,ice %i / 1. • . ..,•,-.ir s L-- -- - — — - -- Isamu Noguchi will be in Miami on July 24th to make his presentation to the Commission of his concept plan for Bayfront Park. Because we will be looking for federal grant funds for redevelopment of the park, we must run a public notice of this presentation in the newspapers. So that the presentation and discussion will actually occur close to the advertised time, I would like to have it scheduled as the first item on the Committee of the Ir'hole agenda. My staff will be in contact with Ms. Bellamy t0 discuss the scheduling. CK/STP/vb . r r MOTIONr0-%f 4117 'LA 00!t;1 NOES.- G'I�j[/u ABSENT: "'� ��•� Joseph R. Grassie July 11, 1980 City Manager Bayfront Park Redevelopment (�4 J kL^_ Carl Kern, Director Department of Parks c� The rapid growth of the downtown area has brought into focus the need to complete the redevelopment of Bayfront Park to create an active urban park to serve: , • 65,000 downtown employees r 1,000,000 annual Hispanic tourists and shoppers • 1,000,000 annual Port of Miami visitors • City of Miami Conference Center participants ^� Residents of Brickell Avenue high-rises. r • patrons of the Downtown People Mover �•.� • employees and residents of $1.65 billion in new downtown development On July 23, 1979, the City received and matched a grant from the National Endowment for the Arts to engage the design services of Isamu Noguchi to plan the redevelopment of the southern portion of Bayfront Park (18 acres). This plan and a model of it will be presented to the City Commission on July 24th. The redevelopment of the park will be accomplished in two major phases. Phase One will include the bulkhead replacement and a baywalk. Phase Two will include the majority of the park site. The existing bayfront bulkhead is seriously deteriorated and would be reinforced by the addition of rip rap along the water's edge. This will stop the erosion of the park and create a more natural shoreline which aids the growth of sea life. This project would result in a realignment of the shoreline to eliminate the sharp angle created by the intersection of the park and Miamarina. The U. S. Army Corps of Engineers will work with the City on this project through their Small Beach Erosion Program. The Baywalk would run parallel to the bay, Miamarina to Miami Center, where it would join the twenty foot right-of-way around Ball Point. It will include benches, pavers, trees and landscaping, signaqe, a children's play area, renovation of the existing rock garden, lighting, utilities, Page 1 of. 2 Joseph R. Grassie July 11, 1980 and finger piers. This project would also be done in conjunction with the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers, Recreation Development Program. Phase Two includes the remainder of the site. Redevelopment would include two fountains, an amphitheater, restrooms, mixed urban uses, and treatment of the Biscayne Boulevard edge of the site, including a Downtown People Mover station and provision for parking. When approved by the City Commission, grant applications will be sub- mitted to the appropriate agencies for assistance in funding this project. For fiscal year 1980-81, the City contribution would be $375,000. Total estimated expenditure for development is $10,250,000, of which 25% ($2,675,000) is the City's contribution. The entire project will take 3 to 4 years for completion. CK/STP/vb Enclosure CC: Jim Reid Dick Fosmoen Howard Gary Roy Kenzie Page 2 of 2 BUDGET ESTIMATE FOR BAYFRONT PARK REDEVELOPMENT 80-81 81-82 82-83 83-84 FtiASE I BULKHEAD Corps. of Eng. $525,000 Uerm (county) $100,000 City of Miami 125,000 650,000 100,000 WALKWAY Corps of Eng. 200,000 550,000 FRDAP (state) 200,000 City of Miami 200,000 $350,000 400,000 750,000 350,000 PHASE II Private 500,000 500,000 500,000 $500,000 L & WCF (fed.) 250,000 .500,000 2,500,000 750,000 City of Miami 250,000 _ 250,000 1,250,000 250,000 1,000,000 1,250,000 4,250,000 l 1,500,000 TOTAL $2,050,000 $2,100,000 $4,600,000 $1,500,000 CITY SHARE $ 375,000 $ 450,000 $1,600,000 $ 250,000 July 11, 1980 TOTAL $ 525,000 100,000 125,000 750,000 750,000 200.000 550,000 1,500,000- 2,000,000 $10,250,000 S 2,675,000 FM I I A I 111111mp"'W11p" i. NZB157(IE11)(1.02079OC20S) PD 07/23/60 1601 23 PN 5. V TLX FIRNATBK A MIA 1qL ZCZC 96 M IAM I FL JULY 23 '' FN S THE HONORABLE M AUR ICE FLARE MAYOR OF THE CITY OF MIAMI t_ 3500 PAN AMERICAN DRIVE M IAM I FLA 33133 WHILE I CANNOT ATTEND THE PUBLIC HEARING ON THE 3 NOGUCHI PLAN FOR BAYFRONT PARK ON THURSDAYe JULY 249 I WANTED TO EXPRESS SOUTHEAST BANK'S SUPPORT OF THIS PROJECT. WE E FEEL THE PLAN IS AN EXCIT INO ONL, AND ONE THAT WILL ENHANCE OUR AREA HARRY HOOD BASSETT CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD SOUTHEAST SANKIN3 CORP MS P-1101 (I640) d&ntown ` Miami business association July 23, 1980 Honorable Maurice 4. Ferre Mayor of the City of Miami P.O. Box 330708 Miami, Florida 33133 Dear Mayor Ferre: Downtown Miami needs a people park. That beautiful wasteland east of our central business district is the least used segment of our thrivinq downtown. The Downtown Miami Business Association has carefully analyzed the revised plans for Bayfront Park and is fully aware of the significant cultural and visual impact it can make upon our city. Our Board of Directors has therefore endorsed unanimously the Noguchi concept for the re -development of Bayfront Park. Our members who invest and work in downtown on a daily basis can foresee the many advantages of the New Bayfront Park. The many cultural events, concerts and festivals, as well as the daily amenities planned for the park can turn around how we think about downtown and can elevate our city and its downtown area to a truly prominent and international position. I will be present at the July 24th City Commission hearings to fully support and endorse this project. Sincerely, Emilio Calleja Executive Director EC/mf one biscayne tower - suite 2099 - miami, fla. 33131 • (305) 579-6675 ROBERTJACKSON Executive Director OFFICERS Stephen Sonnabend Sonesta Beach Hotel PRESIDENT Sol Gellman Columbus Hotel VICE-PRESIDENT Ron Caimano Airpport Lakes Huliday Inn VICE PRESIDENT BRUCE CAMPBELL KeBiscayne Hotel VIYPRESIDENT J Fred Danker Danker"s Motel Inn TREASURER DIRECTORS JOHN BECHAMPS Holsum Bakers HELYN BOYAJIAN Crandon Park Motel RAY CREMATA Miami Springs CL.EMENTE CRUZ Crossway Airport Inn SALVATOREFROSCENO Miami Purveyors, Inc,. FIDEL HINOJOSA Hialeah Holiday inn RUSSJONES Parkview Hotel HAL KAISER Associated Food Servir,et, W ANDREWS KIRMSE Inter Continental Miarni T O Mc;MULLAN Painters Poultry ERIC PFEFFER Howard Johnson Plaza J. PINA Everglades Hotel J J. SHEPARD Dupont Plaza Hotel EDWARD STEINBERG Aircraft Taxi Co ALAN STRONG Miami Marriott Howl SAYWARD WING Claughtun Hotels ESTHERZAGER Southern Bell LENNY ZEIF Best Vvsletrn A,,I,r,rt Inn July 21, 1980 The Honorable Maurice Ferre Mayor, City of Miami Dinner Key Miami, Fla. 33133 Dear Mayor Ferre: At a meeting of the Miami Convention Bureau Policy Advisory Committee held on July 21, a presentation was made by Ms. Kitty Roedel of the Downtown Development Authority. The projected plans for Bayfront Park were explained by Ms. Roedell and accepted in good faith by the members of the committee. Sincerely, 77 6., 'tl Stephen Sonnabend President SS:ep cc: Commissioners J.L. Plummer, J. Carollo, Rev. T. R. Gibson, A. Lacasa; J. Grassie, Ms. Roedel ; B. Marshall; R. Jackson Dedicated to the highest standards of hospitality ....... .._ OIAMI-DADE COMMUNITY CeWEGE / New Woad Center Campus, Xo%. E. Second Avenue, Moami, Honda 33132 - LVIV;##TIME VEl r A Rt S swills Dr. Ruth Creenfield, Coordinator Ruth Levine, Acting Coordinator Mr. Roy Kenzie, Executive Director Downtown Development Authority Suite 2099 1 Biscayne Tower Miami Fldrida 33131 Dear Mr. Kenzie: July 22, 1980 Thank you for the opportunity to study the plans for the projected park in downtown Miami. Isamu Noguchi's vision of a green oasis in the city Is, in my opinion, one that can attract and serve people from all points in the county, as well as tourists. It could be one of the crucial achievements in developing the downtown area. As you know, Miami Dade Community College, New World Center Campus' Lunchtime Lively Arts Series has a growing audience for its weekly daytime events. We could make use of the park for appropriate programs in the appropriate setting. Miami's perform- ing arts organizations are unquestionably in immediate need of such resources. Sincerely, Ruth Levine Associate Coordinator CC to: Dr. William M. Stokes Vice President, NVICC if An iq„al A,( P-- Tqual Opportunity CGmm„rnty College -�O9ERT ,;:.CX ;ON =x:�cutovo L�;r•.,Aor OFFiCZAS -'-aSra ti_�dcn rJC�_, =tir_ IJr"JT msr ^uc ?l . ,i !-of '.F aFQ! )' .T 'o >CJ. rJ'nl r)'4'1T K.jr J:1!'-,er 'i ,.Intel ion DIRECTORS 'CHN BECH AMPS '.U'n EikCr; PWK -14Y GPEMATA CLE.'AEt1TE ,�RUZ AL'vATOP_ FcIOSCENO FICEL HINOJOSA Hjloah Hahuw Irn RUBS JONES �arhv,E,:+ Hprei HAL KAISER A.4(jnEWS KIRM Inter CCnhnenfal Mlarn, T rJ Y MULLAN Pa nr!r; Phu t,', ER'C PFEFFER r1 ,vr3 U Jr,nr ,,in ?',j,,a ,;. PIr1A J J S" PPAHO l: r!•i Al'. �� JTr-��r3�11 (J SIHER?AGED S'' itriern P,.o nn July 21, 1980 The Honorable Maurice Ferre Mayor, City of Miami Dinner Key I Miami, Fla. 33133 Dear Mayor Ferre: At a meeting of the Miami Convention Bureau Policy Advisory Committee held on July 21, a presentation was made by Ms. Kitty Roedel of the Downtown Development Authority. 1 The projected plans for Bayfront Park were explained by 11s. Roedell and accepted in good faith by the members of the committee. Sincerely, _ �,� •� -+ �,---'r'..� (Cis t-�-tom Z. i."t - 1 Z i Stephen Sonnabend President SS:ep cc: Commissioners J.L. Plummer, J. Carollo, Rev. T. R. Gibson, A. Lacasa; J. Grassie, Ms. Roedel ; B. Marshall; R. Jackson -Ned :CCIed ;o thz h ghzst standords of hospitality cultural executives council, inc. 2121 SW 27th AVENUE MIAMI FLORIDA 33145 July 17, 1980 Mayor Maurice Ferre City of Miami P.O. Box 330708 Miami, Florida 33133 Dear Maurice, I have been instructed by the members of the Cultural Executives Council to submit a letter in support of the proposed Noguchi plan for the new Bayfront Park. At our last meeting of the membership of CEC on July 8, 1980, a presentation was made by Kitty Roedel of the Downtown Development Authority. Ms. Roedel's presentation, which included both a verbal and visual portrayal of the pro- posed Noguchi plan was expertly delivered and was followed with a lively dis- cussion by CEC's members. Our membership voted unanimously to endorse in concept the development of the Noguchi designed park. Not only does this park offer the maximum in beautifi- cation benefits to Miami, but the potential of a much needed performance area in the heart of the downtown area. My hope would be that the amphitheater would be developed with the utmost concern for quality acoustics and highly professional staging components, both for the utilization of our major cul- tural presenters and the enjoyment of our residents and visitors. I would encourage you and all the City of Miami Commissioners to support this very special colmtunity project. Thank you and best wishes. Sin erely, r Stephen ,11 Parsons • Preside t6,1, Serving Dade County and the Greater Miami Area Membership is Composed of the Professional Directors of the Following Cultural Institutions. Ballet Concerto Company Fairchild Tropical Garden Theatre Depanmeni/ Florida International University Florida riulharmonic, Inc Fusion Dance Company. Inc Greater Miami Opera Association Grove House Inc H storical Association of Southern Florida Love Art Museum/University of Warn, Metropolitan Museum 6 An Centers Miami Beach Symphony Miami Choral Society. Inc Miami -Dade Community College/ North Campus Art Gallery M,amj-Dade Community College/ S:,uth Campus Art Gallery af,;vel Cores Center for the Cultural Arts M,,seem of Science. Inc Performing Arts for Community and Education f P.A.0 E.i Pied Piper Players Planet Ocean Players State Theatre Ring Theatre/University of Miami Vizcaya Museum & Gardens WPBT. Channel Z00I091C31 Society of Florida 1 Page Two Mayor Maurice Ferre July 17, 1980 cc: Joe Carollo, City Commissioner Theodore R. Gibson, City Commissioner Armando Lacasa, City Commissioner J. L. Plummer, City Commissioner Joseph Grassie, City Manager = Kitty Roedel, Downtown Development Authority Roy Kenzie, Downtown Development Authority Lester Freeman, Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce 4 RUTH SHACK �/JigJ��J1i.IIJI��I (/INJ/Jr�Il/r�4MIl1 METROPOLITAN DADE COUNTY- FLORIDA S 1 D A D E C O U N t r C O U R T H O U S E M I• M 1, f L p R I D• >> 1 3 D 579-5171 ,lul�r 15, 19r30 Honorable Maurice A. Ferre flavor, City of '.Iiami Lity Hall - Dinner Key P. 0. Box 330708 '"iami, Florida 33133 Dear Maurice: The possibility of our communities' building an urban park designed by ISanu Monuchi, an American sculntor and desianer of international reputation, is an op- portunity Miami cannot consider lightly. - There has been much rhetoric abnut our Preeminence as an International Center and our conmerce has caught up to our talk. t,ow we have an opportunity to show our penchant for excellence as well. Vhat finer balance to Philip Johnson's Cultural Complex could we have than that of rloquchi's urban park? Flanlpr Street will have come of age. I will be out of town and unable to attend your Public hearing on July 24, but I did want to he on record in support of this marvelous Project. .,inc 1_uthShark County'C;rr issioner RS. Lcp cc: Mrs. harry hood Bassett coowntown � MI MI business association July 23, 1980 Honorable Maurice A. Ferre Mayor of the City of Miami P.O. Box 330708 Miami, Florida 33133 Dear Mayor Ferre: Downtown Miami needs a people park. That beautiful wasteland east of our central business district is the least used segment of our thrivinq downtown. The Downtown Miami Business Association has carefully analyzed the revised plans for Bayfront Park and is fully aware of the significant cultural and visual impact it can make upon our city. Our Board of Directors has therefore endorsed unanimously the Noguchi concept for the re -development of Bayfront Park. Our members who invest and work in downtown on a daily basis can foresee the many advantages of the New Bayfront Park. The many cultural events, concerts and festivals, as well as the daily amenities planned for the park can turn around how we think about downtown and can elevate our city and its downtown area to a truly prominent and international position. I will be present at the July 24th City Commission hearings to fully support and endorse this project. Sincerely, Emilio Calleja Executive Director EC/mf one biscayne tower • suite 2099 • miami, fla. 33131 • (305) 579-6675 cLAuos �sR /"" .. COMMITT[[ ON MYLn ■tIr CHAIRMAN. 0001tgCeglf lot th fatifttb Otatul seL[CT COMMITTEE ON AOINO *ouse OI �e�rt,�rntAtibt�t .11t Nmnt Awwr I July 17, 1980 wewwwt«.O.C. MIS �0[•1iO-fqI we nte.O/". Rear U? rwe"L Ot11MI A Murt. r m mm "ISO $004ISO.O905 OR Dear Maurice: I would like to take this opportunity to apprise you of the latest developments with respect to funding for the Naguchi devel- opment of Bayfront Park. As you know, we were pursuing funding for the various stages of the Park's development through the Corps of Engineers and the State of Florida Land and Water Conservation Fund. I am pleased to inform you that through my efforts there are funds appropriated to the Corps of Engineers for both FY 1981 ($200,000.00) and FY 1982 ($500,000.00) for the baywalk portion of the project. These funds are to be matched by the local government. The Downtown Development Authority has been instrumental with f;he Corps in obtaining an agreement whereby existing; funds will be used'for the "rip -rap" work that is necessary at the bay's edge. I ha6e contacted the Corps and offered my support for the Authority's rQqukst. -•With respect to the master plan by Isamu Naguchi for the de- Migq,-development phase of the park, I have been able to obtain Kdial commitment from `fr. Ney Landrum, director of the State of o A da Land and Water Conservation Fund, to give this project fa- vorable consideration once a formal applicaton for funding is made. Maurice, you know I am glad to be able to report the above information. The Nlaguchi design for the Park is indeed in the public interest and I look forward to continuing my support. Warmest personal regards, and Believe me, Alwa incerely, Cgaude4l4ppeer Honorable Maurice Ferre `.fember of Congress Mayor City of Miami Miami, Florida P. S. It is my understanding that this project is to come before the City Commission on July 24. If ,you would like me to contact the commissioners and offer my support, I would be glad to do so. Please let me know. 1 ell 1 RESOLUTION NO. 8n-4 2 A RESOLUTION ENDORSING THE REDESIGN OF BAYFRONT PARK, URGING THE CITY TO PURSUE THE PROJECT AND RECOMMENDING THAT REVENUES ACCRUING TO THE CITY FROM BENEFITING PROPERTIES BE USED TO REDEVELOP SLUM AND BLIPHTED NEIGHBORHOODS. WHEREAS, the Downtown Development Authority feels a dramatic change in the present design of Bayfront Park is neces- sary, to build patronage, to give cultural stature to the park, and to serve the needs of the growing tourist convention market; and WHEREAS, downtown Miami does not presently have a focal point where tourists, area residents, and workers can con- gregate and enjoy the city's ambiance and entertainment; and WHEREAS, the City of Miami has entered into contract with sculptor and park designer, Isamu Noguchi, for the redesign of Bayfront Park; and WHEREAS, the Downtown Development Authority has reviewed the conceptutal plans at its July 11, 1980, Board Meeting; and WHEREAS, the estimated budget for this project is $10.2 million of which $2.6 million would come from the City to induce S7.6 million from State, Federal, County and private sources; and WHEREAS, the $7.5 million would not otherwise be available to the City of Miami except for the redesign of Bayfront Park; and i� WHEREAS, the Downtown Development Authority recognizes that the revitalization of Bayfront Park will benefit surrounding properties, namely Ball Point and Dupont Plaza; and WHEREAS, portions of downtown Miami and surrounding neighborhoods have been found slum and blighted and in need of redevelopment as per City Resolution No. 80-452 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF THE DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF MIAMI THAT: 1. The Board of the Downtown Development Authority approves and endorces the plans for the redesign of Bayfront Park and surrounding areas as presented by the artist toodate. RESOLUTION NO. 60-452 Page - 2 2. The City'Commission is hereby urged to look favora- bly on this opportunity to make Bayfront Park a well patronized international landmark and focal point for downtown Miami. 3. The opportunity for the City to leverage $2.6 million -in City funds into a. $10.2 million project be vigorously pursued by the City and the Downtown Development Authority. 4. A portion of the increase in tax revenues accruing to the City resulting from the announced developments at Ball Point and Dupont Plaza be applied toward the redevelop- ment of the slum and blighted areas identified in City Resolution No. 80_452 PASSED AND ADOPTED THIS 11th DAY OF JULY, 1980. /MAURICE A. FERRE, Chairman gROF5.KENZIE, Executive Director cultural executives council, inc. 2121 SW 271h AVENUE MIAMI FLORIDA 33145 July 17, 1980 Mayor Maurice Ferre City of Miami P.O. Box 330708 Miami, Florida 33133 Dear Maurice, I have been instructed by the members of the Cultural Executives Council to submit a letter in support of the proposed Noguchi plan for the new Bayfront Park. At our last meeting of the membership of CEC on July 8, 1980, a presentation was made by Kitty Roedel of the Downtown Development Authority. Ms. Roedel's presentation, which included both a verbal and visual portrayal of the pro- posed Noguchi plan was expertly delivered and was followed with a lively dis- cussion by CEC's members. Our membership voted unanimously to endorse in concept the development of the Noguchi designed park. Not only does this park offer the maximum in beautifi- cation benefits to Miami, but the potential of a much needed performance area in the heart of the downtown area. My hope would be that the amphitheater would be developed with the utmost concern for quality acoustics and highly professional staging components, both for the utilization of our major cul- tural presenters and the enjoyment of our residents and visitors. I would encourage you and all the City of Miami Commissioners to support this very special community project. Thank you and best wishes. Sin erely, Stephen Parsons Preside Serving Dade County and the Greater Miami Area Membership is Composed of the Professional Directors o/ the Following Cultural Institutions. Ballet Concerto Company Fairchild Tropical Garden Theatre Department,, Florida International University Florida Philharmonic Inc. Fusion Dance Company. Inc Greater Miami Opera Association Grove House Inc Historical Association of Southern Florida Lowe Art Museum%Universay of Miami Metropolitan Museum g Art Centers Miami Beach Symphony Miami Choral Society Inc Miami -Dade Community College/ North Campus Art Gallery Miami -Dade Community College/ South Campus Art Gallery Model Cities Center for the Cultural Arts Museum of Science. Inc Performing Arts for Community and Education IPA.CE1 Pied Piper Players Planet Ocean Players State Theatre Ring Theatre/University of Miami Vizcaya Museum & Gardens WPBT. Channel 2 Zoological Society of Florida Page Two July 17, 1980 Mayor Maurice Ferre cc: Joe Carollo, City Commissioner Theodore R. Gibson, City Commissioner Armando Lacasa, City Commissioner J. L. Plummer, City Commissioner Joseph Grassie, City Manager Kitty Roedel, Downtown Development Authority Roy Kenzie, Downtown Development Authority Lester Freeman, Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce