HomeMy WebLinkAboutCRA-R-08-0035 Cover memoSEOPW & Omni Boards of Commissioners Meeting
June 30, 2008
Item # 6
SOUTHEAST OVERTOWN/PARK WEST
AND OMNI
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCIES
INTER -OFFICE MEMORANDUM
To: Board Chair Michelle Spence -Jones Date: June 20, 2008 File 08-00760
and Members of the CRA Board
Subject: Resolution Authorizing a Grant to Downtown
Development Authority for its Ambassadors
Project
From: James H. Villacorty References:
Executive Direct()
Enclosures: Supporting Documentation;
Legislation
BACKGROUND:
The attached Resolution authorizes a grant, in an amount not exceed $100,000, to the Miami Downtown
Development Authority ("DDA'), for the expansion of its Ambassador Program to the Media and Entertainment
District in the Omni Redevelopment Area.
On May 9, 2008, the DDA requested assistance from Omni Redevelopment District Community Redevelopment
Agency to underwrite costs associated with the expansion of its Ambassador Program to the Media and
Entertainment District in the Omni Redevelopment Area. The Ambassador Program will provide hospitality and
safety personnel at the street level to assist residents, tourists and businesses within the Media and
Entertainment District. The Ambassador Program has been implemented in other areas within the DDA's
boundaries and has been successful in safeguarding and assisting residents, tourists, and businesses.
JUSTIFICATION:
Section lV., A, at paragraph 3 of the Omni Redevelopment Plan lists as a major revitalization strategy "to create
the image of a desirable high quality 'uptown' district with an attractive appearance ... and the perception of
safety and security." This Resolution carries out that strategy.
FUNDING: $100,000 from Omni Tax Increment Fund, entitled "Other Grants and Aids," Account Code No.
10040.920101 .883000.0000.00000.
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