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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPZAB ApplicationsCITY OF MIAMI APPLICATION for PLANNING, ZONING and APPEALS BOARD NAME: Charles Anthony (First Name) (Middle) RESIDENCE: 3679 Franklin Avenue CITY: Miami HOME PHONE: (Address line 1) Gibson (Last Name) (Address Line 2) STATE: FL CELL (305) 776-8315 FAX: EMAIL: CGAGIBSONLAWOFFICES.COM PRINCIPLE BUSINESS/EMPLOYER: SELF BUSINESS ADDRESS: 4000 PONCE DE LEON BLVD (Address Gnet) Still" 470 CITY: CORAL GABLES BUS. PHONE:(305) 777-0395 EXT. address Gne 2) ZIP: 33133 CD rri —<® rrl o IN) C) �+ Z i i1 q._._.l -t 2 L.... 11,0 r-s all Ai STATE: FL ZIP: 33143 SHORT STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS (If you require additional space, attach additional pages.) 1. Describe the qualities, experience, expertise and abilities that you possess that would make you an effective board member that will act in the public interest. Being a member of various boards in Miami -Dade County which includes but not limited to South Florida Work Force and United Home -Care provides me wi''Ti the experience, expertise anc�ability that w—irmak me an effective board member that will act in the public interest. Form Boards!MA-PAAf/B-f701 C2 Page 1 of 4 2. Describe your educational background and general knowledge of planning and zoning. I have a law degree from the University of Miami School of Law, a member of the Florida Bar and a member of the Real Property and Probate Committee. 3. Describe any prior community or personal involvement that you have had that demonstrates interest in and concern for planning and planning implementation. As an attorney I have been hired to navigate clients through various real property zoning and planning issues in various municipalities located in Miami -Dade County. 4. Describe any planning or land use or growth management seminars that you have attended. I have attended various meetings dealing with Miami21. Also I have been a part of the drafting of the West Grove Coconut Grove's NCD s-, r3 - �r- ;J - c —r--.- f-r I y 5. Describe any membership in organizations having the primary aim of the furt ieranc " < of dissemination of knowledge of and support of sound planning and implementation at planning programs. c� I am not formally a member of any organizations having the primary aim of the furtherance of disserninatio knowledge of and support of sound planning and implementation of planning programs. 6. Describe any other activity evidencing knowledge and interest in the public purposes of planning and plan implementation. I am a attorney specializing in probate and real property. My clients which include individuals and charter schools which -Piave hired me to navigate them through a myriad of planning and zoning issues that have confronted them in the pursuit of completing heir real estate projects. Form Boards/MA-PAB/ZB-0701.02 Page 2 of 4 I have read and understand the qualifications for members that are set forth in Sec. 62-63 of the City Code, and hereby certify that: (1) I do not have any interest in the profits or emoluments of any contract, job, work, or service for the city. (2) I am in a position to represent the public interest, and do not have any personal or private interests likely to conflict with the public interest. (3) I do not hold any elective office in any governmental authority in the county or the city. (4) I am not employed in a full-time capacity by any governmental authority in the county or the city. (5) As a member of the Planning, Zoning and Appeals Board I agree to participate in at least one seminar on planning or zoning to be held in Florida, and approved by the city, during the course of each calendar year that I remain a member or alternate member of the Planning, Zoning and Appeals Board. (6) I acknowledge that I am subject to removal from the board if I fail to meet this requirement each and every year after assuming board membership or alternate membership. As a prospective appointee I am subject to a personal appearance before the city commission, to afford the city commission an opportunity to ascertain my proficiency in the English language, educational background and general knowledge of planning and zoning. (8) I am an elector of the City of Miami. I agree to immediately notify the city clerk if I cease to be a resident and/or an elector of the city during the term of my office. I agree that if I were to become a candidate for elective political office during my term and qualify as a candidate for elective political office, such qualification shall be deemed a tender of my resignation from the board. I have read, understand and agree to comply with Section 2-611 of the Miami City Code which prohibits me from entering into any con -tract or transacting any business with the city or any person or agency acting for the city, or from appearing in representation of any third party before any board, commission or agency of which I am member. I also understand that prohibition upon activity which is set forth above remains in effect for a period of two years after I have left city service. I have read, understand and agree to comply with Section 2-613 of the Miami City Code which prohibits me from accepting, directly or indirectly, from any person, company, firm or corporation to which any purchase order or contract is or might be awarded, any rebate, gift, money or anything of value whatsoever, except where given for the use and benefit of the city. (7) I agree to submit to the city clerk a complete itemized list of all real property owned by me, whether the title t ;either legal or equitable, whether owned in whole or in part, including corporate real property in which I hay.: a cot-olling interest or I am an officer of such corporation. I agree to submit to the city clerk said information in f Oltequired forj verified and under oath within 30 days of my appointment and I shall include the following informst i asf14.45 ea¢tfl N _ parcel of land: (1) The legal description and common address; (2) The municipal or county zoning classification wherein the property is located; and (3) The manner in which the property is presently being utilized. —a FT] I understand that I am required to list only those real properties that are located within the corporate limits of th(a"t. ity or those properties located 500 feet beyond the corporate limits of the city. I agree to comply with all financial disclosure requirements of the City, the County and the State including the requirements set forth in Section 2-11.1 of the Miami -Dade County Code, and Florida Statutes Sec. 112-3145. I agree to comply with all ethics course requirements of City of Miami Code Section 2-654. I acknowledge that the code of ethics of Miami -Dade County shall apply to me as a member or alternate member of the Planning, Zoning and Appeals Board and hereby agree to abide by all the provisions thereof. For additional information on Code citations, please visit the website of the Office of the City Attorney at http://www. miamigov.com/cityattorney/pages/Index.asp for internet links to citations. I recognize that membership on the Planning, Zoning and Appeals Board requires my regular attendance and participation at board meetings. Form Boards/MA-PAB/ZB-0701.02 Page 3 of 4 ************************************************* I hereby certify that all information in this application is complete, truthful, and accurate to the best of my knowledge and that I have read and understand the qualifications and conditions of membership listed in this application. C Yes Print Name (k-{Cs 6_, C otJ Signature Date Fri rr, p ry ************************************************* FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS Please complete this form and submit to: Office of the City Clerk City of Miami 3500 Pan American Drive Miami, FL 33133 Information may be copied and pasted into this form from other computer programs, i.e. MS Word. Information that is typed directly into the form may be "Saved as Text" and then opened in other computer programs. For additional information on the Planning, Zoning and Appeals Board, please contact Ms. Olga Zamora, Chief of Hearing Boards, at (305) 416-2037 or email at: ozamoraamiamigov. com ************************************************* Form Boards/MA-PAB/ZB-0701.02 Page 4 of 4 CHARLES A. GIBSON cg@gibsonlawoffices.com 3634 Grand Avenue, Miami, Florida 33133 305.777.0395 Experience Gibson Law Offices • Estate, Guardianship & Probate Law Litigation • General Counsel for Florida Charter Schools • Real Estate Transactions • Business Transactions 2002-Current Sunoco Gas Station 2004-2006 Sole Owner of Sunoco Gas Station Franchise Sugarman & Susskind (Labor Law Firm) 1999-2002 • Collective Bargaining Negotiation • Employee Pension Benefit • Employee Grievance/ Arbitration Education & Certifications J. D. University of Miami School of Law 2001 B. A. University of Illinois, Champaign/Urbana 1997 Florida Bar, Member 2001 United States District Court, Southern & 2001 Middle District of Florida Affiliated Organizations • City of Miami Planning and Zoning Board, Member -‹CD • United Way, Board Member • Theodore R. Gibson Memorial Fund, President 1y • United Home Care, Board of Directors • South Florida Work Force, Vice President of Finance Committee • Black Investors of Dade County, President and Shareholder • Theodore & Thelma Gibson Charter School, Board Member • National Associations of Charter Schools, Florida Committee for Standard Charter School Contract Form Boards/MA-PAB2B-0701.02 44 r4s s00 CITY OF MIAMI APPLICATION :�o. for PLANNING, ZONING and APPEALS BOARD rl, l 1. NAME: Ernest L Martin (First Name) (Middle) (Last Name) RESIDENCE: 1000 NW North River Drive (Address Line1) Townhome 114 (Address Line 2) CITY: Miami STATE: FL ZIP: 33136 HOME PHONE: CELL (305) 325-8730 FAX: EMAIL: ernestmartin@comcast.net �; PRINCIPLE BUSINESS/EMPLOYER: Retired c) 1 °" EN r N.,�r i BUSINESS ADDRESS: .-,-, (Address Line1) N CD (Address Line 2) CITY: STATE: ZIP: BUS. PHONE: EXT. SHORT STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS (If you require additional space, attach additional pages.) 1. Describe the qualities, experience, expertise and abilities that you possess that would make you an effective board member that will act in the public interest. 33 years of community activism and consensus building in five different non-profit boards, neighborhood associations and community development corporations with neighborhood issues and affordable housing -for residents of the city of Miami Page 1 of 4 2. Describe your educational background and general knowledge of planning and zoning. Doctorate in Public Policy and Administration; Master's in City and Regional Planning; Bachelor's in Political Science. Twenty-five years as Director of Community and Economic Development for Miami Dade County, and five years as principal planner for the County Planning Department. 3. Describe any prior community or personal involvement that you have had that demonstrates interest in and concern for planning and planning implementation. Service awards from the Inner City Education Foundation, the Trust for Public Land, the Beacon Council. Current President of the Miami Supportive Housing Corporation and Miami Dade Housing Corporation, providing independent living for the formerly homeless. Pist Presaent of national community development affiliates of the League of Cities and National Association of Counties. Five years as President of the Spring Garden Civic _Association. I served as a judge for the Enterprise Foundation's Annual Award for Supportive Housing sponsored by MetLife Corporation, New York City. -r1 ca t ii7 -773 4. Describe any planning or land use or growth management seminars that yocih'aver- 1 attended. == ry Fri Seminars at the University of Miami sponsored by the Urban Environment League, of which I am President.` -dinars sponsored by the Urban Land Institute, the AIA, and the Local Initiatives Suppor r brporStion,tfl sponsored by the 1-ord Foundation. I have attended conferences on park and open space planning OlevnYo ' and Los Angeles sponsored by the Trust for Public Land. 0 5. Describe any membership in organizations having the primary aim of the furtherance of dissemination of knowledge of and support of sound planning and implementation of planning programs. Currently I am on the Miami River Commission, chair of the Greenway Committee, which is planning and implementing a major 11 mile river greenway to serve as a "destination landscape" for the City. I am on the Executive Committee of the Opa-locka Community Development Corporation, planning_the improvement and revitalization of Opa-locka. I am a founding member of and Vice President of the Greater Miami Urban Environment League which is an educational and advocacy group for sound planning, historic preservation and openspace preservation. 6. Describe any other activity evidencing knowledge and interest in the public purposes of planning and plan implementation. I am not now a member, but was active for two decades in the APA--American Planning Association as well as the planning affiliates of the U.S. Conference of Mayors and League of Cities Form Boards/MA-PAB/ZB-0701.02 Page 2 of 4 I have read and understand the qualifications for members that are set forth in Sec. 62-63 of the City Code, and hereby certify that: (1) I do not have any interest in the profits or emoluments of any contract, job, work, or service for the city. (2) I am in a position to represent the public interest, and do not have any personal or private interests likely to conflict with the public interest. (3) I do not hold any elective office in any governmental authority in the county or the city. (4) I am not employed in a full-time capacity by any governmental authority in the county or the city. (5) As a member of the Planning, Zoning and Appeals Board I agree to participate in at least one seminar on planning or zoning to be held in Florida, and approved by the city, during the course of each calendar year that I remain a member or alternate member of the Planning, Zoning and Appeals Board. (6) I acknowledge that I am subject to removal from the board if I fail to meet this requirement each and every year after assuming board membership or alternate membership. (7) As a prospective appointee I am subject to a personal appearance before the city commission, to afford the city commission an opportunity to ascertain my proficiency in the English language, educational background and general knowledge of planning and zoning. (8) I am an elector of the City of Miami. I agree to immediately notify the city clerk if I cease to be a resident and/or an elector of the city during the term of my office. I agree that if I were to become a candidate for elective political office during my term and qualify as a candidate for elective political office, such qualification shall be deemed a tender of my resignation from the board. I have read, understand and agree to comply with Section 2-611 of the Miami City Code which prohibits me from entering into any con -tract or transacting any business with the city or any person or agency acting for the city, or from appearing in representation of any third party before any board, commission or agency of which I am member. I also understand that prohibition upon activity which is set forth above remains in effect for a period of two years after I have left city service. I have read, understand and agree to comply with Section 2-613 of the Miami City Code which prohibits me from accepting, directly or indirectly, from any person, company, firm or corporation to which any purchase order or contract is or might be awarded, any rebate, gift, money or anything of value whatsoever, except where given for the use and benefit of the city. r, I agree to submit to the city clerk a complete itemized list of all real property owned by me, whethetiithe Ile be either legal or equitable, whether owned in whole or in part, including corporate real property in which #lave_controlling interest or I am an officer of such corporation. I agree to submit to the city clerk said information in The required form verified and under oath within 30 days of my appointment and I shall include the following informatiois to each parcel of land: (1) The legal description and common address; (2) The municipal or county zoning classification wherein the property is located; and - ry (3) The manner in which the property is presently being utilized. Q I understand that I am required to list only those real properties that are located within the corporate limits of the city or those properties located 500 feet beyond the corporate limits of the city. I agree to comply with all financial disclosure requirements of the City, the County and the State including the requirements set forth in Section 2-11.1 of the Miami -Dade County Code, and Florida Statutes Sec. 112-3145. I agree to comply with all ethics course requirements of City of Miami Code Section 2-654. I acknowledge that the code of ethics of Miami -Dade County shall apply to me as a member or alternate member of the Planning, Zoning and Appeals Board and hereby agree to abide by all the provisions thereof. For additional information on Code citations, please visit the website of the Office of the City Attorney at http://www. miamigov.com/cityattorney/pages/Index.asp for internet links to citations. I recognize that membership on the Planning, Zoning and Appeals Board requires my regular attendance and participation at board meetings. Form Boards/MA-PAB2B-0701.02 Page 3 of 4 ************************************************* I hereby certify that all information in this application is complete, truthful, and accurate to the best of my knowledge and that I have read and understand the qualifications and conditions of membership listed in this application. Yes Print Name Ernest Martin Signature Date July 22, 2014 ************************************************* FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS Please complete this form and submit to: Office of the City Clerk City of Miami 3500 Pan American Drive Miami, FL 33133 CD —71 M �- CD 2:51- >ca -t 1 C r m r— na Ca ro ry 0 Information may be copied and pasted into this form from other computer programs, i.e. MS Word. Information that is typed directly into the form may be "Saved as Text" and then opened in other computer programs. For additional information on the Planning, Zoning and Appeals Board, please contact Ms. Olga Zamora, Chief of Hearing Boards, at (305) 416-2037 or email at: ozamora@miamigov.com ********************************************* r n Form Boards/MA-PAB/ZB-0701.02 Page 4 of 4 „ `, CITY OF MIAMI APPLICATION for PLANNING, ZONING and APPEALS BOARD NAME: Manuel J Vadillo i Fri ni ri 1 -.�' (First Name) (Middle) (Last Name) RESIDENCE: 4040 Matheson Avenue (Address Line1) (Address Line 2) CITY: Miami STATE: Florida ZIP: 33133 HOME PHONE: (786) 609-1923 CELL (786) 236-4212 FAX: (305) 704-8848 EMAIL: mjvadillo@torresvadillollp.com PRINCIPLE BUSINESS/EMPLOYER: Torres & Vadillo LLP -a: 4^ BUSINESS ADDRESS: 11402 NW 41st Street _ 14-1 ~' (Address Line1) Y•'c 1 —I, _-- z Suite 202 -' c.,.) (Address Line 2) ,._ �.4 CITY: Doral STATE: Florida ZIP: 33178 BUS. PHONE:(305) 485-9700 EXT. 207 SHORT STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS l aa ;ir Ti'I& fir(If you require additional space, attach additional pages.) w At de • ;oa 1. Describe the qualities, experience, expertise and abilities that you possess that would make you an effective board member that will act in the public interest. Let me begin by stating that I love the City of Miami and all it stands for from the past to where its going. I have been a licensed attorney in the State of Florida since 2001 and have focused my practice area in the world of Real Estate handling an array of matters ranging from purchases and sales to developmental work which I expect have added to my ability of understanding those matters which will come before the board. I understand the importance of proper planning for the preservation of the city's master plan and look forward, if appointed, to responsibly see that the furtherance of such plan lies between the parameters set. I pride myself in being a great listener and I my work ethic unmatched. I essence, I am ready, willing, and able to serve and honored of the possibility. .s/MA-PAB/ZB-0701.02 Page 1 of 4 2. Describe your educational background and general knowledge of planning and zoning. I graduated in 1992 from Monsignor Edward Pace High School; I graduated from Florida International University in 1998 with a Bachelor In Business Administration majoring in Finance; I graduated with my Juris Doctorate degree in 2001 and admitted to the Florida Bar in my first attempt. I have been practicing law in the Miami area ever since and have attended several continuing educational seminars which touched upon planning and zoning. During the many years of practice I have worked with planning and zoning departments of many counties and municipalities throughout the State of Florida. 3. Describe any prior community or personal involvement that you have had that demonstrates interest in and concern for planning and planning implementation. I have sat in several meetings with clients and respective zoning and planning departments of cities and counties for the furtherance of attaining knowledge and better defining answers to questions which have arisen in respective real estate transactions involving potential development and intricacies involved therein. 4. Describe any planning or land use or growth management seminars that you have attended. On January 13th, 2014 I attended the Advanced Real Estate Transaction seminar which focused on all aspects of Real Estate. In October 2013 I participated in the Advanced Real Estate and Certification Review class. I have participated in the Florida Bar Construction Law Round Table seminars in the past. I am willing to attend any seminars suggested. 5. Describe any membership in organizations having the primary aim of the furtherance of dissemination of knowledge of and support of sound planning and implementation of planning programs. O ,r,, ---,, c I am a member of the Florida Bar Real Property, Probate, and Trust law section. "n �� c:J , =, n .1. .,. 11I —; C) =7 H1I W �-) 6. Describe any other activity evidencing knowledge and interest in the public purpose of planning and plan implementation. I have served for approximately three years as an appointed board member in the City of Miami Finance Committee. p►anning and zoning fur the develupineri1 of an expansion of their campus. tr-rds/MA-PAB/ZB-0701.02 Page 2 of 4 I have read and understand the qualifications for members that are set forth in Sec. 62-63 of the City Code, and hereby certify that: (1) I do not have any interest in the profits or emoluments of any contract, job, work, or service for the city. (2) I am in a position to represent the public interest, and do not have any personal or private interests likely to conflict with the public interest. (3) I do not hold any elective office in any governmental authority in the county or the city. (4) I am not employed in a full-time capacity by any governmental authority in the county or the city. (5) As a member of the Planning, Zoning and Appeals Board I agree to participate in at least one seminar on planning or zoning to be held in Florida, and approved by the city, during the course of each calendar year that I remain a member or alternate member of the Planning, Zoning and Appeals Board. (6) I acknowledge that I am subject to removal from the board if I fail to meet this requirement each and every year after assuming board membership or alternate membership. As a prospective appointee I am subject to a personal appearance before the city commission, to afford the city commission an opportunity to ascertain my proficiency in the English language, educational background and general knowledge of planning and zoning. (8) I am an elector of the City of Miami. I agree to immediately notify the city clerk if I cease to be a resident and/or an elector of the city during the term of my office. I agree that if I were to become a candidate for elective political office during my term and qualify as a candidate for elective political office, such qualification shall be deemed a tender of my resignation from the board. I have read, understand and agree to comply with Section 2-611 of the Miami City Code which prohibits me from entering into any con -tract or transacting any business with the city or any person or agency acting for the city, or from appearing in representation of any third party before any board, commission or agency of which I am member. I also understand that prohibition upon activity which is set forth above remains in effect for a period of two years after I have left city service. I have read, understand and agree to comply with Section 2-613 of the Miami City Code which prohibits me from accepting, directly or indirectly, from any person, company, firm or corporation to which any purchase order or contract is or might be awarded, any rebate, gift, money or anything of value whatsoever, except where given for the use and benefit of the city. I agree to submit to the city clerk a complete itemized list of all real property owned by me, whether the title be either legal or equitable, whether owned in whole or in part, including corporate real property in which I have a controlling interest or I am an officer of such corporation. I agree to submit to the city clerk said information in the required form verified and under oath within 30 days of my appointment and I shall include the following information as to each parcel of land: (1) The legal description and common address; (2) The municipal or county zoning classification wherein the property is located; and (3) The manner in which the property is presently being utilized. I understand that I am required to list only those real properties that are located within the corporate limits of the city or those properties located 500 feet beyond the corporate limits of the city. I agree to comply with all financial disclosure requirements of the City, the County and the State including the requirements set forth in Section 2-11.1 of the Miami -Dade County Code, and Florida Statutes Sec. 112-3145. (7) I agree to comply with all ethics course requirements of City of Miami Code Section 2-654. , I acknowledge that the code of ethics of Miami -Dade County shall apply to me as a member or alternehrtemlaee of tkie Planning, Zoning and Appeals Board and hereby agree to abide by all the provisions thereof. i For additional information on Code citations, please visit the website of the Office of the City Attorney at httpp://wNwnr': miamigov.com/cityattorney/pages/lndex.asp for internet links to citations. I recognize that membership on the Planning, Zoning and Appeals Board requires my regular_ attend ar a ark participation at board meetings. ter, rd s/MA-PAB/ZB-0701.02 Page 3 of 4 J ************************************************* I hereby certify that all information in this application is complete, truthful, and accurate to the best of my knowledge and that I have read and understand the qualifications and conditions of membership listed in this application. ( Yes Print Name Manuel J. Vadillo Signature Date Jun 16th, 2014 o FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS Please complete this form and submit to: Office of the City Clerk City of Miami 3500 Pan American Drive Miami, FL 33133 Information may be copied and pasted into this form from other computer programs, i.e. MS Word. Information that is typed directly into the form may be "Saved as Text" and then opened in other computer programs. For additional information on the Planning, Zoning and Appeals Board, please contact Ms. Olga Zamora, Chief of Hearing Boards, at (305) 416-2037 or email at: ozamora@miamigov. corn ************************************************* Form Boards/MA-PAB/ZB-0701. 02 Page 4 of 4