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HomeMy WebLinkAboutsummary formDate: 11 / 19/2004 AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY FORM FILE ID: 0 i{- 01 4 1 t Requesting Department: Public Works Commission Meeting Date: 1/13/2005 District Impacted: 3 Type: ® Resolution ❑ Ordinance ❑ Emergency Ordinance ❑ Discussion Item ❑ Other Subject: Street codesignation of SW 16 Avenue from SW 8 Street to SW 12 Street as "A. W. Gort Way„ Purpose of Item: The City of Miami Street Codesignation Committee recommends that the City of Miami Commission adopt the attached Resolution authorizing the street codesignation of SW 16th Avenue from SW 8th Street to SW 12th Street as "A. W. Gort Way." Background Information: Willy Gort, Sr. came to Miami before the influx of refugees that followed the Castro dictatorship. This turned out to be most auspicious especially for the later waves of Cuban immigrants to Miami. He uniquely contributed to the history of Miami as a photographer and later as a photojournalist for the Diario de las Americas and other important publications. Through his art, he documented generations of new residents as they added to the unique cultural blend that is Miami. His photographs give insight to the struggle of a people to maintain their cultural and social structures while adapting, embracing and leaving an indelible mark in Miami. Those who knew and loved him wish to commemorate his gifts to the city in this manner. Budget Impact Analysis NO Is this item related to revenue? YES Is this item an expenditure? If so, please identify funding source below. General Account No: 001000.310101.6.340 Special Revenue Account No: OP Project No: NO Is this item funded by Homeland Defense/Neighborhood Improvement Bonds? Start Up Capital Cost: $0.00 Maintenance Cost: $0.00 Total Fiscal Impact: $400.00 Final Approvals (SIGN AND PATE CIP B ,'et U �//�:l.(/� / " Y/ " //-4)3"cf If using or receiving capital funds Grants ' " F anagement Purchasing Dept. Directorilk Page 1 of 2 Chief f ''l i (�k,W&1i,/ City Manager Page 2 of 2