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Home My WebLink AboutSubmittal-Jack Stephens-Letters of Support• • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •RTA SOUTH FLORIDA REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY it sAin TRh%RAJL Submitted into the public record for item(s) p�. on 03• 745 - 20t S . City Clerk • 15— 00 3lvio'- lUCk S-VC,PUnS- L-01-CrS 0-e fUppar+- Letters of Support . Submitted into the public Record for item(s) RE.8 • on 3/26/15, City Clerk • March 26, 2015 • City of Miami Commission • 3500 Pan American Drive . Miami, FL 33133 • Dear Commissioners: • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Enclosed for your records are letters which the South Florida Regional Transportation Authority has collected to date in support of the proposed Tri-Rail Downtown Miami Link. The matrix below details the various letters we have received. Contact Name Commissioner Esteban Bovo Organization Miami -Dade County Commission Scope County Government Resolution of Support Secretary Jim Boxold Commissioner Audrey Edmonson Commissioner Keon Hardemon City of Miami Commission ✓ Alyce Robertson Miami DDA Downtown Businesses ✓ * Terrell Fritz Fritz Geitner Redevelopment / v Representative Daphne Campbell Florida House of Representatives State Government ✓ Dr. Eduardo Padron Miami -Dade College Higher Education ✓ Larry Williams The Beacon Council Miami -Dade Business ✓ Wendy Kallergis Greater Miami & The Beaches Hotel Association Hospitality ✓ Julie Grimes Hilton Bentley Miami South Beach Hospitality Shirlene Ingraham Jackson's Soul Food Food/ Beverage Julie Grimes Doubletree Grand Hotel Hospitality ✓ Bill Talbert Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau Hospitality ✓ Pamela Weller Bayside Marketplace Retail ✓ Benjamin Evans III BMe Community National Non- profit ✓ Marta Viciedo Urban Impact Lab Transportation/ Quality of Life ✓ Gepsie Metellus Sant La Haitian Community ✓ Teresa King Kinney MIAMI Association of Realtors Real Estate ✓ Tere Blanca BLANCA Commercial Real Estate Real Estate Jorge A. Plasencia republica Advertising/PR * = 2 enclosed. 1 Reso dated March 2015, the other Reso dated December 2010. We appreciate your consideration and look forward to a partnership that will improve the quality of life and commute of South Floridians in the near future. • • • • • • • • • • • • • S • • • Sincerely, • • • • • • • • • Esteban Bovo, Jr. DOWNTOWN OFFICE: 111 N.W. FIRST STREET, SUITE 320 MIAMI, FLORIDA 33128 (305) 375-4831 FAX (305) 375-2011 COUNTY March 25, 2015 City of Miami City Commission City Hall 3500 Pan American Drive Miami, FL 33133 Dear Commissioners: • el iir /ee CJhrti ' h rrry/? ,11ilfy V Weill ki/t iier4 Submitted into the public Record for item(s) RE.8 on 3/26/15, City Clerk Our community is clamoring for sensible mass transit solutions at a time when public dollars for capital construction remain scarce. Miami -Dade County and the City of Miami have an opportunity to make a wise investment in a commuter rail system that will connect Tri-Rail to the All -Aboard Florida station in downtown Miami. This single investment has the potential to activate two commuter rail corridors, and offer a viable public transit alternative to areas of our community woefully underserved by our existing mass transit system. As chairman of the County's Transit & Mobility Committee, I have committed myself to moving the dial on mass transit infrastructure projects that will integrate our existing transit infrastructure with new transit systems designed to facilitate the flow of passengers from all four corners of Miami -Dade County to downtown and vice versa. All -Aboard Florida and Tri-Rail have made a substantial investment in our community, and the investment you are being asked to consider will cement the relationship between these two stakeholders and the communities they intend to serve. It is important to strike while the iron is hot. I hope that you will vote to invest in this worthwhile project, which will undoubtedly begin to restore the public's confidence in government's ability to provide residents with viable public transit alternatives. DISTRICT OFFICE: 1490 WEST 68 STREET, SUITE 101 HIALEAH, FLORIDA 33014 (305) 820-8424 FAX (305) 820-8430 Submitted into the public Record for item(s) RE.8 • on 3/26/15, City Clerk • RESOLUTION NO. 06/2015 A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE MIAMI DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY ("DDA") OF THE CITY • OF MIAMI, FLORIDA REAFFIRMING THE DDA'S STRONG SUPPORT FOR THE PROPOSED TRI-RAIL EXTENSION TO DOWNTOWN'S MIAMICENTRAL STATION; AND FURTHER URGING THE CITY MANAGER TO IMMEDIATELY NEGOTIATE IN • GOOD FAITH WITH THE MAYOR OF MIAMI DADE COUNTY, THE CHAIRS AND DIRECTORS OF MIAMI'S TWO COMMUNITY • REDEVELOPMENT AGENCIES, AND OTHER ORGANIZATIONS AS NECESSARY AND APPROPRIATE TO IMMEDIATELY EFFECTUATE • THE NECESSARY FUNDING TO BUILD THE PLATFORM(S) REQUIRED FOR TRI-RAIL TO RUN PARALLEL TO THE ALL IP ABOARD FLORIDA INTRA-STATE PASSENGER RAIL SERVICE INTO DOWNTOWN. • • • WHEREAS, Downtown Miami is South Florida's largest, most utilized transit -oriented neighborhood, featuring the State's largest employment center, with a daytime population of over 220,000 • people; a large and growing high -density residential community of over 80,000 residents; major cultural and entertainment destinations; multiple educational institutions, including the 26,000-student strong • Miami Dade College Wolfson Campus; and an existing premium transit infrastructure that includes three Metrorail stations, three Metromover loops, and two major Metrobus terminals; and WHEREAS, an economic impact study commissioned by the Miami DDA concluded that Downtown Miami's economic impact to the county, region and state is comparable to or greater than that of other prominent economic generators such as Miami International Airport, PortMiami, and Disney 4111 World; and 1111/ WHEREAS, despite these facts, the regional Tri-Rail commuter rail does not currently provide direct rail service to Downtown Miami; and • WHEREAS, an extension of Tri-Rail service to Downtown is included in the South Florida Regional Transportation Authority's ("RTA") Strategic Regional Transit Plan, and the DDA's 2025 • Downtown Miami Master Plan; and WHEREAS, the Miami DDA adopted Resolution No. 12/2010 in December 2009 in support of the Tri-Rail extension to Downtown Miami (provided herein as Exhibit 1); and • WHEREAS, since that time, the need and opportunity for a direct commuter rail connection to • Downtown has only increased as a result of exponential growth in the number of Downtown residents, workers and visitors; and • . WHEREAS, this ongoing growth has led to severe traffic congestion in both peak and off-peak hours, which if left unaddressed will place Miami at a competitive disadvantage to other cities in the world as an attractive live, work, play destination; and • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • WHEREAS, that same level of growth helps to support and bolster transit systems by providing the ridership and density necessary for viable and successful transit service; and WHEREAS, a short window of opportunity exists to advance the Tri-Rail extension project as a result of All Aboard Florida's imminent development of MiamiCentral Station; and WHEREAS, failure to incorporate Tri-Rail into the development of MiamiCentral Station now would likely extinguish any chance of connecting Downtown Miami to commuter rail service in the future, as it would substantially increase the costs and logistical challenges associated with retrofitting an existing station. NOW THEREFORE, be it resolved by the Board of Directors of the Miami Downtown Development Authority of the City of Miami, Florida. Section 1. The recitals are true and correct and are adopted by reference and incorporated as if fully set forth in this Section. Section 2. The DDA Board of Directors reaffirms its strong support for the proposed Tri- Rail extension to Downtown's MiamiCentral Station. Section 3. The DDA urges the City Manager to immediately negotiate in good faith with the Mayor of Miami -Dade County, the chairs and directors of Miami's two Community Redevelopment Agencies, and other organizations as necessary and appropriate to immediately effectuate the necessary funding to build the platform(s) required for Tri-Rail to run parallel to the All Aboard Florida intra-state passenger rail service into Downtown. PASSED AND ADOPTED this 20`h day of March, 2015. ATTEST: ourn Secretary to the Board of Directors Commissioner Marc D3 ; ChAirman • iMv- A'Iyce M. obertson, Executive Director Submitted into the public Record for item(s) RE.8 on 3/26/15, City Clerk RESOLUTION NO. 12/2010 A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE MIAMI DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY ("DDA") OF THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA EXPRESSING THE DDA'S SUPPORT OF AN EXTENSION OF THE REGIONAL TRI-RAIL COMMUTER RAIL SERVICE INTO DOWNTOWN MIAMI ("PROJECT"); AND FURTHER DIRECTING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO URGE THE SOUTH FLORIDA REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY ("RTA"), METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION ("MPO"), FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION ("FDOT") AND OTHER KEY TRANSPORTATION AGENCIES TO PRIORITIZE THE PROJECT IN THEIR RESPECTIVE WORK PLANS. WHEREAS, Downtown Miami is South Florida's largest, most utilized transit -oriented neighborhood, featuring the State's largest employment center, a growing high -density residential community, major cultural and entertainment destinations, and an existing premium transit infrastructure that includes three Metrorail stations, three Metromover loops, and two major Metrobus terminals; and WHEREAS, despite these facts, the regional Tri-Rail commuter rail does not currently service Downtown Miami; and WHEREAS, an extension of Tri-Rail service to Downtown is included in the South Florida Regional Transportation Authority's ("RTA") Strategic Regional Transit Plan, and the DDA's 2025 Downtown Miami Master Plan, as provided in Exhibit "A"; and WHEREAS, the Miami DDA desires to urge the RTA,. Metropolitan Planning Organization ("MPO"), Florida Department of Transportation ("FDOT") and other key transportation agencies to prioritize the extension of Tri-Rail to Downtown in their respective work plans. NOW THEREFORE, be it resolved by the Board of Directors of the Miami Downtown Development Authority of the City of Miami, Florida. Section 1. The recitals are true and correct and are adopted by reference and incorporated as if fully set forth in this Section. Section 2. The DDA Board of Directors supports an extension of the regional Tri-Rail commuter rail service into Downtown Miami; and further directs the Executive Director to urge the RTA, MPO, FDOT and other key transportation agencies to prioritize the Project in their respective work plans. PASSED AND ADOPTED this 18`h day of Decembe ommissioner Cha' Alyce M. ' oberts Executiv; Director EST: Sandra Hernandez Secretary to the Board of Directors 12_Support Tri-Rail Submitted into the public Record for item(s) RE.8 on 3/26/15, City Clerk • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Cv■t■A .NIP Downtown Miami Tri-Rail Extension Major Land Uses Served: • Biscayne Boulevard Historic District • Miami Design District • Midtown Miami ■ Miami -Dade Government Center • Miami -Dade College ■ Miami Art Museum • Historical Musem of Southern Florida • Miami Federal Courthouse Complex • Dade County Courthouse • Historic Overtown District ■ American Airlines Arena ■ Bayside Festival Marketplace ■ Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts • James L Knight Center & Miami Convention Center Potential Stations: • NW 22nd Avenue • Little Haiti/Upper Eastside/NE 62nd Street • Design Oistrict/Midtown Miami/ NE 36th Street in Downtown Miami Legend --- FEC Ccrnoor Tn.Rad - Melrorad --• Downtown :Awn Exlens.cn RT , y l H MA' 22nd Avenue Downtown fviarni SOUTH FLORIDA RSOIONAL TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY May 2009 :; 1 Title Haiti' • tipper Eastsiede si��sjrn D s)li . iuJidtown Tuttami' Transfer Opportunities: • MDT Metromover • MDT Metrorail • MDT Downtown Bus Terminal • 25 MDT Bus Routes is Potential Baylink Light Rail • Potential City of Miami Streetcar Summary Corridor Ownership EEC Corridor Length (miles) 9.9 miles Number of Potential New Stations 4 Average Station Spacing (miles)._..._2.5 miles Number of Grade Crossings 26 Headway 20/30/60 Status This project is included in the SFRTA Strategic Regional Transit Plan and the north -south segment on the FEC corridor is included in the Miami -Dade MPO 2030 Long Range Transportation Plan and the People's Transportation Plan. Summary and Purpose Remarkable commercial and residential growth continues to take place in Downtown Miami. An extension of Tri-Rail service to Downtown Miami would provide commuter rail access to/from the vibrant area via a Tri-Rail "one -seat ride," requiring no transfers. In addition to faster and more convenient access to downtown, this Tri-Rail extension would serve residential areas in Miami -Dade and connect with redeveloping areas such as the Design District and Midtown Miami. The Downtown Miami Tri-Rail Extension can be an effective early phase of eventual corridorwide FEC service. Submitted into the public Record for item(s) RE.8 on 3/26/15, City Clerk *Protect subject to change. 41 • • • • • • • • ! • ! • • • • •a • • 41110 • 10 • • •! 5. Promote transit & regional connectivity 5.4 Promote Regional Level/Commuter Transit such as SFEC Corridor, Tri-Rail and High -Speed Rail Miami -Dade County J BEGIN PROJECT "FEC Rai Alignment GEND 8st+!+!tfl CSX Rag Alignment Gig CSX Rao TA-R.l Shared Armament gag TWA, a Metrorau Intracoastal Walarway L� Akport Saeger( o Tri•Rai Station Tf-Rall SlseenrAm4ak Gannett Rearing •{ J,s• Broward County iiil &11#1:53[\!--"All— ate! ,e=gnea AUanUc Ocean Se. % F6ri4 Ea. Como C«riM fr.orAmelpis FF.rril M...Ir..ewr lea 417.11.1•174r Fd...lA:INo. r7AX104 FTA G.w/N.. F&J XlPJ4J Imo, eaten Rwia Depemwwr y T .tp.rarbw -1t4 wlw: ,; 6`,®i�i1 END PROJECT Project L.rM.ew Map SFEC Comdor Transit Analysis 2025 ;DOWNTOYlN_INIAMI... EPICENTER OF THE AMERICAS FDOT Submitted into the public Record for item(s) RE.8 on 3/26/15, City Clerk • Support and connect Downtown through commuter rail to other Florida East Coast cities along the FEC corridor. • Designate and provide train stop locations within downtown to encourage transit utilization. • Promote and advertise a direct connection from TriRail to Downtown Miami upon completion of the MIC-Earlington Heights Metrorail connection. • Encourage subsidies to transit users for downtown employees e 5 10 LONG 57 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Submitted into the public Record for item(s) RE.8 on 3/26/15, City Clerk (,tittir!. 111 E. Flagler Street, Suite 1004 Miami, FL 33131 786-200-9200 March 25, 2015 Mayor & City Commissioners City of Miami, Florida Dear Mayor & City Commissioners: I would like to express our most sincere support for funding from the City of Miami to accommodate future Tri-Rail Service at All Aboard Florida's MiamiCentral Station. This public transit service will directly benefit our business in Downtown Miami. The opportunity for Tri-Rail to provide 26 direct trains per weekday from all points north on the existing Tri-Rail system to Downtown Miami is critical to the future development of public transit in Miami -Dade County. This is a smart investment in Miami's transportation and economic future since it will not only realize Tri-Rail service to Downtown Miami, but also integrate All Aboard Florida, Metrorail, MetroMover, the Miami -Dade County bus system and Tri-Rail into an intermodal transit center with connections to all parts of Miami -Dade County, South Florida and even to Orlando and the Central Florida area. This transit hub will further enhance development in Downtown Miami and further assure the viability of other projects like Museum Park, American Airlines Arena, Adrienne Arsht Center, World Center Miami and the World Center Convention Center by bringing millions of new visitors from the Tri-County area to patronize these projects. This may be a once -in -a -lifetime opportunity to propel our public transit system into the 21stCentury. Please support contributing to the SFRTA effort to bring Tri-Rail Service to Downtown Miami at the MiamiCentral Station. Let's make this connection! Sinc erely, I � Terrell N. Fritz, President • • • 0 r • 0 e • • • • • • • 0 • Subcommittees Rulemaking Oversight & Repeal Veteran & Military Affairs Local Govemment Affairs (Ranking Member) Submitted into the public Record for item(s) RE.8 on 3/26/15, City Clerk Committees Local and Federal Affairs 'tombs li9otte of ikepre5entattbe. Representative Daphne Campbell District 108 January 29, 2015 Jim Boxold Secretary 605 Suwannee Street Tallahassee, FI 32399 Dear Jim Boxold: 1 am writing this letter to express my strong support for the Tri-Rail extension onto the Florida East Coast Railway corridor and the utilization of All Aboard Florida's (AAF) downtown Miami station, Miami Central. This new commuter rail service will generate significant benefits to our cities, county and the entire region. With your support, 26 direct trains will arrive and depart from Miami Central, creating new opportunities for Miami -Dade County residents, and in specific Overtown residents, to seek employment in Broward and Palm Beach counties and providing a convenient way for our neighbors to the north to visit, patronize and revitalize our urban core. An estimated 2,000 to 4,000 new trips into downtown Miami will occur every day, bringing visitors to museums, shoppers to retails centers, attendees to sporting events, residents to their homes, and workers to their downtown offices. As you may know, AAF has started construction on its intercity, express passenger rail system and Miami Central. It is vital that we act now and approve a funding source so Tri-Rail can implement its service and construct the necessary infrastructure needed to integrate in Miami Central. Failing to do so will result in missing an once -in -a -lifetime opportunity to connect these two transit systems in our downtown and create a multi -modal hub that links with our existing Metrorail, Metromover and bus systems. AAF is a very committed partner in this transaction. This is an opportunity whereby AAF is contributing significant value by providing access to its corridor, contributing land for the station and providing, at its expense, construction management services for the additional Tri-Rail improvements. This will also allow Tri-Rail to expand its service in conjunction with the delivery of AAF passenger service to Miami Central. If Tri-Rail, in the future, had to build its own downtown station it would cost significantly more to construct, would probably not have a seamless connection to all the other transportation systems, and land would be bought at a premium. There is no reason to forgo the opportunity being presented today. It's time to start making intelligent investments in our County's future, and the Tri-Rail extension into downtown Miami and Overtown is one of, if not, the most important one we could make. 1'he extension will further enhance ongoing development and revitalization of Miami's downtown and connect cities, like Miami Gardens, Miami Lakes and Hialeah that have no one -seat service, with the county's central business district. There will also be significant economic impacts, as the cumulative impact of the Miami District Office • 9999 NE 2nd Avenue • Miami Shores, FI 33138 Tallahassee Office • 1101 The Capitol • 402 S. Monroe Street •Tallahassee, FI 32399 Phone (305) 795-1210 Fax (305) 795-1212 Daphne. Campbell@MyFloridaHouse.Gov • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • i • +1 • • • • • • • • Subcommittees Rulemaking Oversight & Repeal Veteran & Military Affairs Local Government Affairs (Ranking Member) Submitted into the public Record for item(s) RE.8 on 3/26/15, City Clerk Committees Local and Federal Affairs Central station will double the tax increment revenues of the Southeast Overtown Park West community redevelopment district. This is a project of great magnitude and importance. The long-term benefits to the Overtown community, the City of Miami, Miami -Dade County and the region will realize considerable economic, employment and educational opportunities for residents in all these communities. Major infrastructure projects, like Tri-Rail, require the cooperation and long-term vision of leaders Like you, and I urge you to see the tremendous benefits and impacts this transformational project will realize. Sincerely, Daphne Campbell, RN State Representative, District 108 CC: Commissioner Audrey Edmonson, District 3 Caleb Center 5400 NW 22"d Avenue, Suite 701 Miami, FL 33142 CC: Commissioner Keon Hardemon 3500 Pan American Drive Miami, F133133 District Office • 9999 NE 2nd Avenue • Miami Shores, FI 33138 Tallahassee Office • 1101 The Capitol • 402 S. Monroe Street •Tallahassee, FI 32399 Phone (305) 795-1210 Fax (305) 795-1212 Daphne.Campbell@MyFloridaHouse.Gov Submitted into the public • Record for item(s) RE.B Office of the College President on 3/26/15, City Clerk • 300 N.E. Second Avenue Miami, Florida 33132-2297 10 • VD Miami Dade Eduardo J. Padron / College PreUdent College (305) 237-.3.i0.a f-AX. 005) 237-3109 email: epadronQnule.edu 1110 January 23, 2015 • • Mr. Jim Boxold Secretary Florida Department of Transportation 605 Suwannee Street • Tallahassee, FL 32399-0450 rDear Secretary Boxold: • I am writing this letter to express my strong support for the Tri-Rail extension onto the Florida East Coast Railway 40 corridor and the utilization of All Aboard Florida's (AAF) downtown Miami station, MiamiCentral. • Over the past five decades, Miami Dade College has grown into one of the largest employers in South Florida and the largest institution of higher education in the country with over 165,000 students. Our students and employees • live in communities throughout Miami -Dade and Broward Counties and many spend a significant amount of their day traveling to our campuses. At our Wolfson Campus in downtown Miami, students and staff must battle ,• significant traffic congestion, as the business district continues to expand bringing additional employees and consumers to the area. • The addition of 26 direct trains per weekday from all points north on the existing Tri-Rail system to the new All • Aboard Florida (AAF) Miami Central Station would provide a convenient way for our students and staff to travel to the Wolfson Campus, to work, attend classes, and participate in the many cultural and educational programs we . offer downtown including the Miami Book Fair International and the Miami International Film Festival. • As the leader of an under -funded public institution, I very much understand the value that public/private partnerships have and the important role they can play in addressing community needs in a cost-effective way. • AAF's willingness to not charge Tri-Rail for the cost of the land being used to develop a new Tri-Rail Station at Miami Central and its public offer to not collect access fees for use of the Florida East Coast Railway corridor • (valued at $ 32,000,000) highlight the organization's commitment to the project. • I urge you to take advantage of this unique opportunity to expand the intermodal transit center currently under • construction to include Tri-Rail so that residents and visitors to Miami alike have access to an integrated transportation system that will benefit the community for years to come. 10 Please let me know if you have any questions or need anything further. • Thank you. • Sincerely, • 0 Eduar J. Padron • r • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 0 • • 0 Submitted into the public Record for item(s) RE.8 on 3/26/15, City Clerk THE BEACON COUNCIL March 10, 2015 Mr. Jim Boxold Secretary of the Florida Department of Transportation 605 Suwannee Street Tallahassee, Florida 32399-0450 Dear Secretary Boxold: I am writing this letter to express The Beacon Council's support for the Tri-Rail extension onto the Florida East Coast Railway corridor and the utilization of All Aboard Florida's downtown Miami station, Miami Central. This new commuter rail service will generate significant benefits to our cities, county and the entire region. With your support, 26 direct trains will arrive and depart from Miami Central and create new opportunities for Miami -Dade County residents, and in specifically Overtown residents, to work in Broward and Palm Beach counties. This service also will provide a convenient way for our neighbors to the north to visit, patronize and revitalize our urban core. An estimated 2,000 to 4,000 new trips into downtown Miami will occur every day, bringing visitors to museums, shoppers to retails centers, attendees to sporting events, residents to their homes, and workers to their downtown offices. As you may know, All Aboard Florida has started construction on its intercity, express passenger rail system and Miami Central. It is vital that we act now and approve a funding source so Tri-Rail can implement its service and construct the necessary infrastructure needed to integrate in Miami Central. Failing to do so will result in missing an once -in -a -lifetime opportunity to connect these two transit systems in our downtown and create a multi -modal hub that links with our existing Metrorail, Metromover and bus systems. All Aboard Florida (AAF) is a very committed partner in this transaction. This is an opportunity whereby AAF is contributing significant value by providing access to its corridor, contributing land for the station and providing, at its expense, construction management services for the additional SFRTA improvements. This will also allow Tri-Rail to expand its service in conjunction with the delivery of AAF passenger service to Miami Central. If Tri-Rail, in the future, had to build its own downtown Miami -Dade County's Official Economic Development Partnership 80 Southwest Eighth Street Suite 2400 Miami, Florida 33130 Telephone: 305,579.1323 Facsimile: 305.375.0475 www.beacon wuncd.com E-mail: Iilliams@beacon coundl.com Larry K. Williams President & CEO Submitted into the public Record for item(s) RE.8 on 3/26/15, City Clerk station it would cost significantly more to construct, would probably not have a seamless connection to all the other transportation systems, and land would be bought at a premium. Also, the extension will further enhance ongoing development and revitalization of Miami's downtown and connect cities, like Miami Gardens, Miami Lakes and Hialeah that have no one seat service, with the county's central business district. There will also be significant economic impacts, as the cumulative impact of the Miami Central station will likely double the tax increment revenues of the Southeast Overtown Park West community redevelopment district. This is a project of great magnitude and importance. The long-term benefits to the Overtown community, the City of Miami, Miami -Dade County and the Regional will realize considerable economic, employment and educational opportunities for residents in all these communities. Major infrastructure projects, like Tri-Rail, require the cooperation and long-term vision of leaders like you, and 1 urge you to see the tremendous benefits and impacts this transformational project will realize. Sincerely, Larry)(. Williams Submitted into the public Record for item(s) RE.8 on 3/26/15, City Clerk 1674 Meridian Ave , Suite 420 www.gmbha.com Miami Beach, Florida 33139 February 10th, 2015 Mr. Jim Boxold State Secretary Florida Department of Transportation 605 Suwannee Street Tallahassee, Florida 32399 — 0450 Dear Mr. Boxold, GREATER MIAMI F„ rHE REACHES HOTEL ASSOCIATION The Greater Miami and the Beaches Hotel Association is an organization comprised of a membership base of 160 hotels and over 250 allied and allied upgrade members across Miami Dade County. Our mission of the GMBHA is to promote the interests of its members through advocacy, education and partnerships, and advance Miami as the visitor's destination of choice. We are writing this letter to express our strong support for the Tri-Rail extension onto the Florida East Coast Railway corridor and the utilization of All Aboard Florida's downtown Miami station, Miami Central. This new commuter rail service will generate significant benefits to our cities, county and the entire region. With your support, 26 direct trains will arrive and depart from Miami Central, creating new opportunities for Miami -Dade County residents, and in specific Overtown residents, to seek employment in Broward and Palm Beach counties and providing a convenient way for our neighbors to the north to visit, patronize and revitalize our urban core. An estimated 2,000 to 4,000 new trips into downtown Miami will occur every day, bringing visitors to museums, shoppers to retails centers, attendees to sporting events, residents to their homes, and workers to their downtown offices. As you may know, All Aboard Florida has started construction on its intercity, express passenger rail system and Miami Central. It is vital that we act now and approve a funding source so Tri-Rail can implement its service and construct the necessary infrastructure needed to integrate in Miami Central. Failing to do so will result in missing an once -in -a -lifetime opportunity to connect these two transit systems in our downtown and create a multi -modal hub that links with our existing Metrorail, Metromover and bus systems. All Aboard Florida (AAF) is a very committed partner in this transaction. This is an opportunity whereby AAF is contributing significant value by providing access to its corridor, contributing land for the station and providing, at its expense, construction management services for the additional SFRTA improvements. This will also allow Tri-Rail to expand its service in conjunction with the delivery of AAF passenger service to Miami Central. If Tri-Rail, in the future, had to build its own downtown station it would cost significantly more to construct, would probably not have a seamless connection to all the other transportation systems, and land would be bought at a premium. There is no reason to forgo the opportunity being presented today. PARTNERS IN HOSPITAI ITY • • • It's time to start making intelligent investments in our County's future, and the Tri-Rail extension into • downtown Miami and Overtown is one of, if not, the most important one we could make. The extension will further enhance ongoing development and revitalization of Miami's downtown and connect cities, like Miami Gardens, Miami Lakes and Hialeah that have no one seat service, with the county's central business district. There will also be significant economic impacts, as the cumulative impact of the Miami Central station will double the tax increment revenues of the Southeast Overtown Park West . community redevelopment district. • This is a project of great magnitude and importance. The Tong -term benefits to the Overtown community, the City of Miami, Miami -Dade County and the Regional will realize considerable economic, •employment and educational opportunities for residents in all these communities. Major infrastructure • projects, like Tri-Rail, require the cooperation and Tong -term vision of leaders like you, and I urge you to see the tremendous benefits and impacts this transformational project will realize. • • q bi 411 • IP 1 • 41 a • • to • • Warmest Personal Regards, Wendy Kallergis, President & CEO Greater Miami & The Beaches Hotel Association Submitted into the public Record for item(s) RE.8 on 3/26/15, City Clerk Peggy Benua, Chair of the Board Greater Miami & The Beaches Hotel Association Hilton Submitted into the public Bentley Miami/South Beach Record for item(s) RE.B • on 3/26/15, City Clerk • • February 25, 2015 • 41 Mr. Jim Boxold State Secretary Florida Department of Transportation I` 605 Suwannee Street Tallahassee, Florida 32399-0450 • Dear Mr. Boxold, • I am writing this letter to express my strong support for the Tri-Rail extension onto the Florida • East Coast Railway corridor and the utilization of All Aboard Florida's downtown Miami station, Miami Central. This new commuter rail service will generate significant benefits to our • cities, county and the entire region. With your support, 26 direct trains will arrive and depart from Miami Central, creating new opportunities for Miami -Dade County residents, and in • specific Overtown residents, to seek employment in Broward and Palm Beach counties and providing a convenient way for our neighbors to the north to visit, patronize and revitalize our • urban core. An estimated 2,000 to 4,000 new trips into downtown Miami will occur every day, • bringing visitors to museums, shoppers to retails centers, attendees to sporting events, residents to their homes, and workers to their downtown offices. • As you may know, All Aboard Florida has started construction on its intercity, express passenger • rail system and Miami Central. It is vital that we act now and approve a funding source so Tri- Rail can implement its service and construct the necessary infrastructure needed to integrate in • Miami Central. Failing to do so will result in missing an once -in -a -lifetime opportunity to connect these two transit systems in our downtown and create a multi -modal hub that links with 111 our existing Metrorail, Metromover and bus systems. All Aboard Florida (AAF) is a very committed partner in this transaction. This is an opportunity • whereby AAF is contributing significant value by providing access to its corridor, contributing land for the station and providing, at its expense, construction management services for the additional SFRTA improvements. This will also allow Tri-Rail to expand its service in conjunction with the delivery of AAF passenger service to Miami Central. If Tri-Rail, in the • future, had to build its own downtown station it would cost signiftcantly more to construct, would_prQbably not have a seamless connection to all the other transportation systems, and land _ • would be bought at a premium. There is no reason to forgo the opportunity being presented today. • 110 Hilton Bentley Miami South Beach 111 101 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach, Florida 33139 (Tel) 305 938-4600 • (Fax) 305 938-4601 111 www.bentleymiamisouthbeach.hilton.com Reservations: www.hilton.com or 1800 HILTONS • • Hilton Bentley Miami/South Beach r • • • • • • Submitted into the public Record for item(s) RE.8 on 3/26/15, City Clerk It's time to start making intelligent investments in our County's future, and the Tri-Rail extension into downtown Miami and Overtown is one of, if not, the most important one we could make. The extension will further enhance ongoing development and revitalization of Miami's downtown and connect cities, like Miami Gardens, Miami Lakes and Hialeah that have no one seat service, with the county's central business district. There will also be significant economic impacts, as the cumulative impact of the Miami Central station will double the tax increment revenues of the Southeast Overtown Park West community redevelopment district. This is a project of great magnitude and importance. The long-term benefits to the Overtown community, the City of Miami, Miami -Dade County and the Regional will realize considerable economic, employment and educational opportunities for residents in all these communities. Major infrastructure projects, like Tri-Rail, require the cooperation and long-term vision of leaders like you, and I urge you to see the tremendous benefits and impacts this transformational project will realize. Kindest Regards, • • Julie Grimes Managing Partner • Hilton Bentley Hotel • • 1 • r • • • • • www.bentleymiamisouthbeach.hilton.com Hilton Bentley Miami South Beach 101 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach, Florida 33139 (Tel) 305 938-4600 • (Fax) 305 938-4601 Reservations: www.hilton.com or 1800 HILTONS • • Submitted into the public Record for item(s) RE.8 on 3/26/15, City Clerk JACKSON SOUL FOOD February 26, 2015 Secretary Jim Boxold Florida Department of Transportation 605 Suwannee Street Burns Building — MS 58 Tallahassee, FL 32399-0458 Dear !Secretary Boxold: • 1 am writing this letter to express my strong support for the Tri-Rail extension onto the Florida East Coast Railway corridor and the utilization of All Aboard Florida's (AAF) downtown Miami station, MianliCentral. This new commuter rail service will generate significant benefits to our cities, county and the entire region. With your support, 26 direct trains will arrive and depart from MiamiCentral, creating new opportunities for Miami -Dade County residents, and in specific Overtown residents, to seek employment in Broward and Palm Beach counties and providing a convenient way for our neighbors fo the north to visit, patronize and revitalize our urban core. An estimated 2,000 to 4,000 new trips into downtown Miami will occur every day, bringing visitors to museums, shoppers to retails centers, attendees to sporting events, residents to their homes, and workers to their downtown offices. As you may know, AAF has started construction on its intercity, express passenger rail system and MiamiCentral. It is vital that we act now and approve a funding source so Tri-flail can implement its service and construct the necessary infrastructure needed to integrate in MiamiCentral. Failing to do!so will result in missing an once -in -a -lifetime opportunity to connect these two transit systems in our downtown and create a multi -modal hub that links with our existing Metrorail, Metromover and bus systems. AAF fls a very committed partner in this transaction. This is an opportunity whereby AAF is contributing significant value by providing access to its corridor, contributing land for the station and providing, at its expense, construction management services for the additional Trl-Rail improvements. This will also allow Tri-Rail to expand its service in conjunction with the delivery of AAF passenger service to MiamiCentral. If Tri-Rail, in the future, had to build its own downtown statidn it would cost significantly more to construct, would probably not have a seamless connection to all the other transportation systems, and land would be bought at a premium. There is no reason to forgo the opportunity being presented today. It's time to start making intelligent investments in our County's future, and the Tri-Rail extension into downtown Miami and Overtown is one of, if not, the most important one we could make. The extension will further enhance ongoing development and revitalization of Miami's downtown and connect cities, like Miami Gardens, Miami Lakes and Hialeah that have no one -seat service, with the Gounty's central business district. There will also be significant economic impacts, as the cumillative impact of the Miami Central station will double the tax increment revenues of the Southeast Overtown Park West community redevelopment district. Submitted into the public Record for item(s) RE.8 on 3/26/15, City Clerk p .y4'y L � fikr • y.�sn::. . A i.w. - -.. Y.: - i.� JACKSON SOUL FOOD This is a project of great magnitude and importance. The long-term benefits to the Overtown community, the City of Miami, Miami -Dade County and the region will realize considerable economic, employment and educational opportunities for residents in all these communities. Major infrastructure projects, like Tri-Rail, requir - . • peration and long-term vision of leaders like you, and 1 urge you ko see the tremendous ' nefits and impacts this transformational project will realize. Sincerely, ShirleneTngraham Owner of Jackson Soul Food cc: The Honorable Audrey Edmonson The Honorable Keon Hardemon Submitted into the public Record for item(s) RE.8 on 3/26/15, City Clerk 1674 Meridian Ave., Suite 420 www.gmbha.com Miami Beach, Florida 33139 February 10th, 2015 The Honorable County Commissioner Audrey Edmonson District 3 Miami -Dade County Caleb Center 5400 NW 22 Avenue, Suite 701 Miami, Florida 33142 Dear Honorable Commissioner Edmonson, GREATER V1IAMl & THE BEACHES HOTEL ASSOCIATION The Greater Miami and the Beaches Hotel Association is an organization comprised of a membership base of 160 hotels and over 250 allied and allied upgrade members across Miami Dade County. Our mission of the GMBHA is to promote the interests of its members through advocacy, education and partnerships, and advance Miami as the visitor's destination of choice. We are writing this letter to express our strong support for the Tri-Rail extension onto the Florida East Coast Railway corridor and the utilization of All Aboard Florida's downtown Miami station, Miami Central. This new commuter rail service will generate significant benefits to our cities, county and the entire region. With your support, 26 direct trains will arrive and depart from Miami Central, creating new opportunities for Miami -Dade County residents, and in specific Overtown residents, to seek employment in Broward and Palm Beach counties and providing a convenient way for our neighbors to the north to visit, patronize and revitalize our urban core. An estimated 2,000 to 4,000 new trips into downtown Miami will occur every day, bringing visitors to museums, shoppers to retails centers, attendees to sporting events, residents to their homes, and workers to their downtown offices. As you may know, All Aboard Florida has started construction on its intercity, express passenger rail system and Miami Central. It is vital that we act now and approve a funding source so Tri-Rail can implement its service and construct the necessary infrastructure needed to integrate in Miami Central. Failing to do so will result in missing an once -in -a -lifetime opportunity to connect these two transit systems in our downtown and create a multi -modal hub that links with our existing Metrorail, Metromover and bus systems. All Aboard Florida (AAF) is a very committed partner in this transaction. This is an opportunity whereby AAF is contributing significant value by providing access to its corridor, contributing land for the station and providing, at its expense, construction management services for the additional SFRTA improvements. This will also allow Tri-Rail to expand its service in conjunction with the delivery of AAF passenger service to Miami Central. If Tri-Rail, in the future, had to build its own downtown station it would cost significantly more to construct, would probably not have a seamless connection to all the other transportation systems, and land would be bought at a premium. There is no reason to forgo the opportunity being presented today. PARTNERS IN HOSPIIAI ITY Submitted into the public Record for item(s) RE.B on 3/26/15, City Clerk • • 0 • • • r • • r • • • • • • • • • • s It's time to start making intelligent investments in our County's future, and the Tri-Rail extension into downtown Miami and Overtown is one of, if not, the most important one we could make. The extension will further enhance ongoing development and revitalization of Miami's downtown and connect cities, like Miami Gardens, Miami Lakes and Hialeah that have no one seat service, with the county's central business district. There will also be significant economic impacts, as the cumulative impact of the Miami Central station will double the tax increment revenues of the Southeast Overtown Park West community redevelopment district. This is a project of great magnitude and importance. The Tong -term benefits to the Overtown community, the City of Miami, Miami -Dade County and the Regional will realize considerable economic, employment and educational opportunities for residents in all these communities. Major infrastructure projects, like Tri-Rail, require the cooperation and Tong -term vision of leaders like you, and I urge you to see the tremendous benefits and impacts this transformational project wilt realize. Warmest Personal Regards, kal4 Wendy Kallergis, President & CEO Greater Miami & The Beaches Hotel Association Peggy Benua, Chair of the Board Greater Miami & The Beaches Hotel Association • GRAND HOTEL BISCAYNE BAY • • • do • • • • • • • February 25, 2015 Audrey Edmonson Miami Dade County Commissioner District 3 Caleb Center 5400 NW 22 Avenue Suite 701 Miami, FL. 23299-0450 Dear Commissioner Edmonson, Submitted into the public Record for item(s) RE.8 on 3/26/15, City Clerk I am writing this letter to express my strong support for the Tri-Rail extension onto the Florida East Coast Railway corridor and the utilization of All Aboard Florida's downtown Miami station, Miami Central. This new commuter rail service will generate significant benefits to our cities, county and the entire region. With your support, 26 direct trains will arrive and depart from Miami Central, creating new opportunities for Miami -Dade County residents, and in specific Overtown residents, to seek employment in Broward and Palm Beach counties and providing a convenient way for our neighbors to the north to visit, patronize and revitalize our urban core. An estimated 2,000 to 4,000 new trips into downtown Miami will occur every day, bringing visitors to museums, shoppers to retails centers, attendees to sporting events, residents to their homes, and workers to their downtown offices. As you may know, All Aboard Florida has started construction on its intercity, express passenger • rail system and Miami Central. It is vital that we act now and approve a funding source so Tri- Rail can implement its service and construct the necessary infrastructure needed to integrate in Miami Central. Failing to do so will result in missing an once -in -a -lifetime opportunity to connect these two transit systems in our downtown and create a multi -modal hub that links with • our existing Metrorail, Metromover and bus systems. • All Aboard Florida (AAF) is a very committed partner in this transaction. This is an opportunity whereby AAF is contributing significant value by providing access to its corridor, contributing • land for the station and providing, at its expense, construction management services for the additional SFRTA improvements. This will also allow Tri-Rail to expand its service in conjunction with the delivery of AAF passenger service to Miami Central. If Tri-Rail, in the • future, had to build its own downtown station it would cost significantly more to construct, would probably not have a seamless connection to all the other transportation systems, and land • would be bought at a premium. There is no reason to forgo the opportunity being presented today. 0 • 1717 N. Bayshore Drive, Miami, FL 33132 • • Tel: 305 372 0313 Fax: 305 539 9455 www.biscaynebay.doubletree.com TheHi1Eamily Reservations: www.doubletree.com or I-800-222-TRE E • • Submitted into the public 1J V U B LE l R E E' Record for item(s) RE.8 GRAND HOTEL on 3/26/15, City Clerk • BISCAYNE BAY • It's time to start making intelligent investments in our County's future, and the Tri-Rail 111 extension into downtown Miami and Overtown is one of, if not, the most important one we could make. The extension will further enhance ongoing development and revitalization of Miami's • downtown and connect cities, like Miami Gardens, Miami Lakes and Hialeah that have no one 111 seat service, with the county's central business district. There will also be significant economic impacts, as the cumulative impact of the Miami Central station will double the tax increment • revenues of the Southeast Overtown Park West community redevelopment district. • This is a project of great magnitude and importance. The long-term benefits to the Overtown community, the City of Miami, Miami -Dade County and the Regional will realize considerable economic, employment and educational opportunities for residents in all these communities. Major infrastructure projects, like Tri-Rail, require the cooperation and long-term vision of 411 leaders like you, and I urge you to see the tremendous benefits and impacts this transformational . project will realize. Kindest Regards, • aliw-tba • ulie Grimes Owner Representative Doubletree Grand Hotel • • • • • • 1717 N. Bayshore Drive, Miami, FL 33132 Tel: 305 372 0313 Fax: 305 539 9228 • TheHiltoonnFamily Reservations: www.doubletree.com or 1-800-222 TREE • Submitted into the public Record for item(s) RE.8 on 3/26/15, City Clerk )ACKSON SOUL FOOD February 26, 2015 The Honorable Audrey Edmonson Stephen P. Clark Center 111 NW 1st Street, Suite 220 Miami, Florida 33128 Dear Commissioner Edmonson: I am writing this letter to express my strong support for the Tri-Rail extension onto the Florida East Coast Railway corridor and the utilization of All Aboard Florida's (AAF) downtown Miami station, MiamiCentral. This new commuter rail service will generate significant benefits to our cities, county and the entire region. With your support, 26 direct trains will arrive and depart from MiamiCentral, creating new opportunities for Miami -Dade County residents, and in specific Overtown residents, to seek employment in Broward and Palm Beach counties and providing a convenient way for our neighbors to the north to visit, patronize and revitalize our urban core An estimated 2,000 to 4,000 new trips into downtown Miami will occur every day, bringing visitors to museums, shoppers to retails centers, attendees to sporting events, residents to their homes, and workers to their downtown offices. As you may know, AAF has started construction on its intercity, express passenger rail system and MiaMiCentral. It is vital that we act now and approve a funding source so Tri-Rail can implement its service and construct the necessary infrastructure needed to integrate in MiamiCentral. Failing to do'so will result in missing an once -in -a -lifetime opportunity to connect these two transit systems in out downtown and create a multi -modal hub that links with our existing Metrorail, Metromover and t,us systems. i AAF is a very committed partner in this transaction. This is an opportunity whereby AAF is contr buting significant value by providing access to its corridor, contributing land for the station and providing. at its expense, construction management services for the additional Tri-Rail improvements. This will also allow Tri-Rail to expand its service in conjunction with the delivery of AAF (passenger service to MiamiCentral. If Tri-Rail, in the future, had to build its own downtown station it would cost significantly more to construct, would probably not have a seamless connection to all the other transportation systems, and land would be bought at a premium. There is no reason to fo go the opportunity being presented today. Submitted into the public Record for item(s) RE.8 on 3/26/15, City Clerk ]ACKS()N SOUL FOOD It's Gene to start making intelligent investments in our County's future, and the Tri-Rail extension into downtown Miami and Overtown is one of, if not, the most important one we could make. The extension will further enhance ongoing development and revitalization of Miami's downtown and connect cities, like Miami Gardens, Miami Lakes and Hialeah that have no one -seat service, with the county's central business district. There will also be significant economic impacts, as the cumulative impact of the Miami Central station will double the tax increment revenues of the Southeast Overtown Park West community redevelopment district. This is a project of great magnitude and importance. The long-term benefits to the Overtown community, the City of Miami, Miami -Dade County and the region will realize considerable economic, employment and educational opportunities for residents in all these communities. Major infrastructure projects, like Tri-Rail, require the cooperation and long-term vision of leaders like you, and I Urge you to see itle tremendous benefits and impacts this transformational project will realize Sincerely, Shirlene Ingraham Owner of Jackson Soul Food cc: Secretary Jim Boxold, Honda Department of Transportation i The Honorable Keon Hardemon • •.y:1 v. L'3*1i• iti.'.G 950 NW ,3r . AVE .t.::•.t .E' i ' , . 44$6.. 1136 . t si T riti :+44,4,,{11. :a r 305 374-7641 • 305-373 868 t d a�soasoultt�arSr"att�rl9�Y�!po-corri`'.i',.•R,�:.�.;.�'.:'�:•..r IAC�C90NS011l3!b00E(SMty.rt: 5 •:� t ° i- +'wq-4•Rt..!i. i�:t 1 '-^•:'• '=si :'SI w• ►f:. T•M ,�'.: gyp.C�UYs. �•:. •. •:'uly iil::trc�..,sk!'�5 �. ...rjatY'e�.��:�•�3'^�'�:: Submitted into the public Record for item(s) RE.8 on 3/26/15, City Clerk 1674 Meridian Ave.. Suite 420 www.gmbha.com Miami Beach, Florida 33139 GREATER MIAMI THE BEACHES HOTEL ASSOCIATION February 101h, 2015 The Honorable Commissioner Keon Hardemon Chair of the Southeast Overtown Park West City of Miami 3500 Pan American Drive Miami, FL 33133 Dear Honorable Commissioner Hardemon, The Greater Miami and the Beaches Hotel Association is an organization comprised of a membership base of 160 hotels and over 250 allied and allied upgrade members across Miami Dade County. Our mission of the GMBHA is to promote the interests of its members through advocacy, education and partnerships, and advance Miami as the visitor's destination of choice. We are writing this letter to express our strong support for the Tri-Rail extension onto the Florida East Coast Railway corridor and the utilization of All Aboard Florida's downtown Miami station, Miami Central. This new commuter rail service will generate significant benefits to our cities, county and the entire region. With your support, 26 direct trains will arrive and depart from Miami Central, creating new opportunities for Miami -Dade County residents, and in specific Overtown residents, to seek employment in Broward and Palm Beach counties and providing a convenient way for our neighbors to the north to visit, patronize and revitalize our urban core. An estimated 2,000 to 4,000 new trips into downtown Miami will occur every day, bringing visitors to museums, shoppers to retails centers, attendees to sporting events, residents to their homes, and workers to their downtown offices. As you may know, All Aboard Florida has started construction on its intercity, express passenger rail system and Miami Central. It is vital that we act now and approve a funding source so Tri-Rail can implement its service and construct the necessary infrastructure needed to integrate in Miami Central. Failing to do so will result in missing an once -in -a -lifetime opportunity to connect these two transit systems in our downtown and create a multi -modal hub that links with our existing Metrorail, Metromover and bus systems. All Aboard Florida (AAF) is a very committed partner in this transaction. This is an opportunity whereby AAF is contributing significant value by providing access to its corridor, contributing land for the station and providing, at its expense, construction management services for the additional SFRTA improvements. This will also allow Tri-Rail to expand its service in conjunction with the delivery of AAF passenger service to Miami Central. If Tri-Rail, in the future, had to build its own downtown station it would cost significantly more to construct, would probably not have a seamless connection to all the other transportation systems, and land would be bought at a premium. There is no reason to forgo the opportunity being presented today. PARTNERS IN HOSPITALITY • • • • It's time to start making intelligent investments in our County's future, and the Tri-Rail extension into downtown Miami and Overtown is one of, if not, the most important one we could make. The extension will further enhance ongoing development and revitalization of Miami's downtown and connect cities, • like Miami Gardens, Miami Lakes and Hialeah that have no one seat service, with the county's central business district. There will also be significant economic impacts, as the cumulative impact of the Miami • Central station will double the tax increment revenues of the Southeast Overtown Park West • community redevelopment district. • This is a project of great magnitude and importance. The Tong -term benefits to the Overtown community, the City of Miami, Miami -Dade County and the Regional will realize considerable economic, 11/ employment and educational opportunities for residents in all these communities. Major infrastructure • projects, like Tri-Rail, require the cooperation and long-term vision of leaders like you, and I urge you to see the tremendous benefits and impacts this transformational project will realize. • • (r,t-a14, • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Warmest Personal Regards, Wendy Kallergis, President & CEO Submitted into the public Record for item(s) RE.8 on 3/26/15, City Clerk Peggy Benua, Chair of the Board Greater Miami & The Beaches Hotel Association Greater Miami & The Beaches Hotel Association Submitted into the public Record for item(s) RE.8 on 3/26/15, City Clerk //I/-/1/1 GREATER MIAMI CONVENTION 8 VISITORS BUREAU The Official Accredited Destination Marketing Organization for Greater Miami and the Beaches February 4, 2015 The l-lonorable Keon Hardemon Commissioner City of Miami 3500 Pan American Drive Miami, FL 33133 Dear Commissioner Hardemon: l am writing this letter in support of the Tri-Rail Extension onto the Florida East Coast Railway Corridor and the utilization of All Aboard Florida's Downtown Miami Station, Miami Central. With your support, 26 direct trains will arrive and depart from Miami Central creating new opportunities for Miami -Dade County residents, including residents in your district of Overtown, to seek employment in Broward and Palm Beach counties as well as provide a convenient way for our neighbors to the north to visit, patronize and revitalize our urban core. An estimated 2,000 to 4,000 new trips into Downtown Miami will occur every day, bringing visitors to museums, shoppers to retails centers, attendees to sporting events, residents to their homes, and workers to their downtown offices. All Aboard Florida has already started construction on Miami Central and it is vital we act now to approve a funding source so Tri-Rail can implement its service and construct the infrastructure needed to integrate Miami Central with existing transit systems --- Metrorail, Metromover and Metrobus --- in Downtown Miami. All Aboard Florida is a very committed partner in this transaction by providing access to its corridor, contributing land for the station and offering construction management services at its expense for the additional SFRTA improvements. This allows Tri-Rail to expand its service in conjunction with the delivery of All Aboard Florida's passenger service to Miami Central, avoiding additional costs to build its own downtown station. The Tri-Rail Extension into Downtown Miami and Overtown will further enhance ongoing development and revitalization of Downtown Miami and connect Miami Gardens, Miami Lakes and Hialeah with the county's central business district. There will also be significant economic impacts, as the cumulative impact of the Miami Central Station will double the tax increment revenues of the Southeast Overtown Park West Community Redevelopment District. Major infrastructure projects like Tri-Rail require the cooperation and vision of leaders like you who foresee the long-term benefits and economic impact a project such as the 701 Brickell Avenue, Suite 2700 • Miami, FL 33131 • USA • 305.539.3000 • MiamiandBeaches.com Internal onal O 1 cec: Arce' t 'a • Braz., • Canada • Colombia • Ecuado' • France • Germany • Mexico • Peru • United K ngcbm • Venezuela ai Pn,Ieden utifed papr • Submitted into the public Record for item(s) RE.8 • on 3/26/15, City Clerk • • Commissioner Keon Hardemon February 4, 2015 • Page 2 • Tri-Rail Extension will realize. The Tri-Rail Extension is a project of great magnitude • with long-term benefits including employment and educational opportunities for the residents of Overtown, Downtown Miami, City of Miami, Miami -Dade County and the • South Florida region. • Thank you for your consideration. • Sincerely, • 11145)1r-ditt' • William D. Talbert, III, CDME • President & CEO • cc: Mr. Jim Boxold • Secretary Florida Department of Transportation • Ms. Carol Henderson • Marketing Consultant All Aboard Florida ID • • • • • • • • • • • • U V U D L C 1 tt C c Submitted into the public GRAND HOTEL Record for item(s) RE.8 BISCAYNE BAY • on 3/26/15, City Clerk • February 25, 2015 • • • Keon Hardemon • City of Miami Commissioner District 5 Chair of the Southeast Overtown Park West Community Development Agenecy • 3500 Pan American Drive Miami, FL., 33133 • • Dear Commissioner Hardemon, • I am writing this letter to express my strong support for the Tri-Rail extension onto the Florida • East Coast Railway corridor and the utilization of All Aboard Florida's downtown Miami station, Miami Central. This new commuter rail service will generate significant benefits to our cities, county and the entire region. With your support, 26 direct trains will arrive and depart from Miami Central, creating new opportunities for Miami -Dade County residents, and in • specific Overtown residents, to seek employment in Broward and Palm Beach counties and providing a convenient way for our neighbors to the north to visit, patronize and revitalize our • urban core. An estimated 2,000 to 4,000 new trips into downtown Miami will occur every day, • bringing visitors to museums, shoppers to retails centers, attendees to sporting events, residents to their homes, and workers to their downtown offices. • As you may know, All Aboard Florida has started construction on its intercity, express passenger • rail system and Miami Central. It is vital that we act now and approve a funding source so Tri- Rail can implement its service and construct the necessary infrastructure needed to integrate in Miami Central. Failing to do so will result in missing an once -in -a -lifetime opportunity to connect these two transit systems in our downtown and create a multi -modal hub that links with • our existing Metrorail, Metromover and bus systems. • All Aboard Florida (AAF) is a very committed partner in this transaction. This is an opportunity • whereby AAF is contributing significant value by providing access to its corridor, contributing land for the station and providing, at its expense, construction management services for the • additional SFRTA improvements. This will also allow Tri-Rail to expand its service in conjunction with the delivery of AAF passenger service to Miami Central. If Tri-Rail, in the future, had to build its own downtown station it would cost significantly more to construct, would probably not have a seamless connection to all the other transportation systems, and land • would be bought at a premium. There is no reason to forgo the opportunity being presented • today. • 1717 N. Bayshore Drive, Miami, FL 33132 • Tel: 305 372 0313 Fax: 305 539 9455 www.biscaynebay.doubletree.com • TheHiltonFamily Reservations: www.doubletree.com or 1-800-222 TREE • • • Submitted into the public • GRAND H OT E L Record for item(s) RE.B BISCAYNE BAY on 3/26/15, City Clerk • • It's time to start making intelligent investments in our County's future, and the Tri-Rail extension into downtown Miami and Overtown is one of, if not, the most important one we could make. The extension will further enhance ongoing development and revitalization of Miami's • downtown and connect cities, like Miami Gardens, Miami Lakes and Hialeah that have no one • seat service, with the county's central business district. There will also be significant economic impacts, as the cumulative impact of the Miami Central station will double the tax increment • revenues of the Southeast Overtown Park West community redevelopment district. • This is a project of great magnitude and importance. The long-term benefits to the Overtown community, the City of Miami, Miami -Dade County and the Regional will realize considerable • economic, employment and educational opportunities for residents in all these communities. Major infrastructure projects, like Tri-Rail, require the cooperation and long-term vision of • leaders like you, and I urge you to see the tremendous benefits and impacts this transformational project will realize. • Kindest Regards, • • ta,&1,0-kky • Julie Grimes • Owner Representative • Doubletree Grand Hotel • • • • • • • • • • 1717 N. Bayshore Drive, Miami, FL 33132 • Tel: 305 372 0313 Fax: 305 539 9455 (yJ www.biscaynebay.doubletree.com TheHiltonFainily Reservations: www.doublctree.com or 1-800-222-TREE • • • • Submitted into the public • I. Record for item(s) RE.8 ■ on 3/26/15, CityClerk MARKETPI• AMP • 0.4000° A • • February 9, 2015 • • Dear Commissioner Keon Hardemon, • I am writing this letter to express my strong support for the Tri-Rail extension onto the Florida East Coast Railway corridor and the utilization of All Aboard Florida's downtown Miami • station, Miami Central. This new commuter rail service will generate significant benefits to our cities, county and the entire region. With your support, 26 direct trains will arrive and depart • from Miami Central, creating new opportunities for Miami -Dade County residents, and in • specific Overtown residents, to seek employment in Broward and Palm Beach counties and providing a convenient way for our neighbors to the north to visit, patronize and revitalize our • urban core. An estimated 2,000 to 4,000 new trips into downtown Miami will occur every day, bringing visitors to museums, shoppers to retails centers, attendees to sporting events, residents • to their homes, and workers to their downtown offices. • As you may know, All Aboard Florida has started construction on its intercity, express passenger • rail system and Miami Central. It is vital that we act now and approve a funding source so Tri- Rail can implement its service and construct the necessary infrastructure needed to integrate in • Miami Central. Failing to do so will result in missing an once -in -a -lifetime opportunity to connect these two transit systems in our downtown and create a multi -modal hub that links with • our existing Metrorail, Metromover and bus systems. • All Aboard Florida (AAF) is a very committed partner in this transaction. This is an opportunity • whereby AAF is contributing significant value by providing access to its corridor, contributing land for the station and providing, at its expense, construction management services for the • additional SFRTA improvements. This will also allow Tri-Rail to expand its service in conjunction with the delivery of AAF passenger service to Miami Central. If Tri-Rail, in the • future, had to build its own downtown station it would cost significantly more to construct, would probably not have a seamless connection to all the other transportation systems, and land • would be bought at a premium. There is no reason to forgo the opportunity being presented • today. • It's time to start making intelligent investments in our County's future, and the Tri-Rail extension into downtown Miami and Overtown is one of, if not, the most important one we could • make. The extension will further enhance ongoing development and revitalization of Miami's downtown and connect cities, like Miami Gardens, Miami Lakes and Hialeah that have no one • seat service, with the county's central business district. There will also be significant economic • impacts, as the cumulative impact of the Miami Central station will double the tax increment revenues of the Southeast Overtown Park West community redevelopment district. • • • • • • • HAY$ 1111! Aso" Antfo • r 110140 of! MARKETPLACE Submitted into the public Record for item(s) RE.8 on 3/26/15, City Clerk • This is a project of great magnitude and importance. The long-term benefits to the Overtown • community, the City of Miami, Miami -Dade County and the Regional will realize considerable economic, employment and educational opportunities for residents in all these communities. • Major infrastructure projects, like Tri-Rail, require the cooperation and long-term vision of • leaders like you, and I urge you to see the tremendous benefits and impacts this transformational project will realize. • • Sincerely, • ate& Weiler • • • • • • 10 • • • • • • • • • • Pamela Weller Sr. General Manager Bayside Marketplace • • Submitted into the public Record for item(s) RE.8 on 3/26/15, City Clerk February 26, 2015 Commissioner Keon Hardemon 3500 Pan American Drive Miami, FL 33133 Dear Commissioner Hardemon: I am writing this letter to express my strong support for the Tri-Rail extension onto the Florida East Coast Railway corridor and the utilization of All Aboard Florida's (AAF) downtown Miami station, MiamiCentral. This new commuter rail service will generate significant benefits to our cities, county and the entire region. With your support, 26 direct trains will arrive and depart from MiamiCentral, creating new opportunities for Miami -Dade County residents, and in specific Overtown residents, to seek employment in Broward and Palm Beach counties and providing a convenient way for our neighbors to the north to visit, patronize and revitalize our urban core. An estimated 2,000 to 4,000 new trips into downtown Miami will occur every day, bringing visitors to museums, shoppers to retails centers, attendees to sporting events, residents to their homes, and workers to their downtown offices. As you may know, AAF has started construction on its intercity, express passenger rail system and MiamiCentral. lt.is vital that we act now and approve a funding source so `rri-Rail can implement its service and construct the necessary infrastructure needed to integrate in MiamiCentral. Failing to do so will result in missing an once -in -a -lifetime opportunity to connect these two transit systems in our downtown and create a multi -modal hub that links with our existing Metrorail, Metromover and bus systems. AAF is a very committed partner in this transaction. This is an opportunity whereby AAF is contributing significant value by providing access to its corridor, contributing land for the station and providing, at its expense, construction management services for the additional Tri-Rail improvements. This will also allow Tri-Rail to expand its service in conjunction with the delivery of AAF passenger service to MiamiCentral. if Tri-Rail, in the future, had to build its own downtown station it would cost significantly more to construct, would probably not have a seamless connection to all the other transportation systems, and land would be bought at a premium. There is no reason to forgo the opportunity being presented today. It's time to start making intelligent investments in our County's future, and the Tri-Rail extension into downtown Miami and Overtown is one of, if not, the most important one we could make. The extension will further enhance ongoing development and revitalization of Miami's downtown and connect cities, like Miami Gardens, Miami Lakes and Hialeah that have no one -seat service, with the county's central business district There will also be significant economic impacts, as the cumulative impact of the Miami Central station will double the tax increment revenues of the Southeast Overtown Park West community redevelopment district. Submitted into the public Record for item(s) RE.8 on 3/26/15, City Clerk Februa1y 26, 2015 This Ns a project of great magnitude and importance. The Tong -term benefits to the Overown community, the City of Miami, Miami -Dade County and the region will realize considerable economic, employment and educational opportunities for residents in all these communities. Major infrastructure projects, like Tri-Rail, require the cooperation and long-term vision of leaders like you, and I urge you to see the tremendous benefits and impacts this transformational project will realize. Sincer Shirlene Ihhgfaham Ownpr of Jackson Soul Food cc: Secretary Jim Boxold, Florida Department of Transportation The Honorable Audrey Edmonson ..J 950 NW.34 AVE Plan.(tr .33136 • r'- -v —rr_sTy *1Y t.. d5 �i'i :r F.pG}.: ;t.•1'+S" •,-49 } t2; �T '`mil, w'� 3 e y. iiY:t 1,•- L 305 3747661 305-373 3868 )aCksgi}s ulfoodcat3erii Oyalloa r11. Submitted into the public Record for item(s) RE.8 on 3/26/15, City Clerk THE BEACON COUNCIL March 10, 2015 The Honorable Keon Hardemon Commissioner — City of Miami 3500 Pan American Drive Miami, FL 33133 Dear Commissioner Hardemon: I am writing this letter to express The Beacon Council's support for the Tri-Rail extension onto the Florida East Coast Railway corridor and the utilization of All Aboard Florida's downtown Miami station, Miami Central. This new commuter rail service will generate significant benefits to our cities, county and the entire region. With your support, 26 direct trains will arrive and depart from Miami Central and create new opportunities for Miami -Dade County residents and, specifically Overtown residents, to work in Broward and Palm Beach counties. This service also will provide a convenient way for our neighbors to the north to visit, patronize and revitalize our urban core. An estimated 2,000 to 4,000 new trips into downtown Miami will occur every day, bringing visitors to museums, shoppers to retail centers, attendees to sporting events, residents to their homes, and workers to their downtown offices. As you may know, All Aboard Florida has started construction on its intercity, express passenger rail system and Miami Central. It is vital that we act now and approve a funding source so Tri-Rail can implement its service and construct the necessary infrastructure needed to integrate in Miami Central. Failing to do so will result in missing an once -in -a -lifetime opportunity to connect these two transit systems in our downtown and create a multi -modal hub that links with our existing Metrorail, Metromover and bus systems. All Aboard Florida (AAF) is a very committed partner in this transaction. This is an opportunity whereby AAF is contributing significant value by providing access to its corridor, contributing land for the station and providing, at its expense, construction management services for the additional SFRTA improvements. This will also allow Tri-Rail to expand its service in conjunction with the delivery of AAF passenger service to Miami Central. If Tri-Rail, in the future, had to build its own downtown Miami -Dade County's Official Economic Development Partnership 80 Southwest Eighth Street Suite 2400 Miami, Florida 33130 Telephone: 305.579.1323 Facsimile: 305.375.0475 www.beacan coundl.com E-mail: Iwilliams@beacon coundl.com Larry K. Williams President & CEO • • • • • Submitted into the public Record for item(s) RE.8 on 3/26/15, City Clerk station it would cost significantly more to construct, would probably not have a seamless connection to all the other transportation systems, and land would be bought at a premium. Also, the extension will further enhance ongoing development and revitalization of • Miami's downtown and connect cities, like Miami Gardens, Miami Lakes and Hialeah that have no one seat service, with the county's central business district. There will • also be significant economic impacts, as the cumulative impact of the Miami Central • station will likely double the tax increment revenues of the Southeast Overtown Park West community redevelopment district. • • r • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • This is a project of great magnitude and importance. The long-term benefits to the Overtown community, the City of Miami, Miami -Dade County and the Regional will realize considerable economic, employment and educational opportunities for residents in all these communities. Major infrastructure projects, like Tri-Rail, require the cooperation and long-term vision of leaders like you, and I urge you to see the tremendous benefits and impacts this transformational project will realize. Sincerely, • • • • • i • • • • • • • • • • • • • • i • • • • • • • • 1 1 me March 20, 2015 Commissioner Keon Hardemon 3500 Pan American Drive Miami, FL 33133 Dear Commissioner Hardemon: Building caring and prosperous communities inspired by Black men. Submitted into the public Record for item(s) RE.8 on 3/26/15, City Clerk I am writing this letter to express my strong support for the Tri-Rail extension onto the Florida East Coast Railway corridor and the utilization of All Aboard Florida's (AAF) downtown Miami station, MiamiCentral. This new commuter rail service will generate significant benefits to our cities, county and the entire region. With your support, 26 direct trains will arrive and depart from MiamiCentral, creating new opportunities for Miami -Dade County residents, and in specific Overtown residents, to seek employment in Broward and Palm Beach counties and providing a convenient way for our neighbors to the north to visit, patronize and revitalize our urban core. An estimated 2,000 to 4,000 new trips into downtown Miami will occur every day, bringing visitors to museums, shoppers to retails centers, attendees to sporting events, residents to their homes, and workers to their downtown offices. As you may know, AAF has started construction on its intercity, express passenger rail system and MiamiCentral. It is vital that we act now and approve a funding source so Tri-Rail can implement its service and construct the necessary infrastructure needed to integrate in MiamiCentral. Failing to do so will result in missing an once -in -a -lifetime opportunity to connect these two transit systems in our downtown and create a multi -modal hub that links with our existing Metrorail, Metromover and bus systems. AAF is a very committed partner in this transaction. This is an opportunity whereby AAF is contributing significant value by providing access to its corridor, contributing land for the station and providing, at its expense, construction management services for the additional Tri-Rail improvements. This will also allow Tri-Rail to expand its service in conjunction with the delivery of AAF passenger service to MiamiCentral. If Tri-Rail, in the future, had to build its own downtown station it would cost significantly more to construct, would probably not have a seamless connection to all the other transportation systems, and land would be bought at a premium. There is no reason to forgo the opportunity being presented today. It's time to start making intelligent investments in our County's future, and the Tri-Rail extension into downtown Miami and Overtown is one of, if not, the most important one we could make. The extension will further enhance ongoing development and revitalization of Miami's downtown and connect cities, like Miami Gardens, Miami Lakes and Hialeah that have no one -seat service, with the county's central business district. There will also be significant economic impacts, as the cumulative • • 1444 Biscayne Blvd. • Suite 203 • Miami, FL 33132 • P (786) 408-3019 • F (786) 408- www.bmecommunity.org • • • • • 1 1 me 1 Building caring and prosperous communities inspired by Black men. Submitted into the public Record for item(s) RE.8 on 3/26/15, City Clerk • • impact of the Miami Central station will double the tax increment revenues of the Southeast Overtown Park West community redevelopment district. • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • This is a project of great magnitude and importance. The long-term benefits to the Overtown community, the City of Miami, Miami -Dade County and the region will realize considerable economic, employment and educational opportunities for residents in all these communities. Major infrastructure projects, like Tri-Rail, require the cooperation and long-term vision of leaders like you, and I urge you to see the tremendous benefits and impacts this transformational project will realize. Sincerely, Benj. 'fin Evans M. ..ing Director, B e Community cc: Secretary Jim oxold, Florida Department of Transportation The Honorable Audrey Edmonson • • 1444 Biscayne Blvd. • Suite 203 • Miami, FL 33132 • P (786) 408-3019 F (786) 408- www.bmecommunity.org Submitted into the public Record for item(s) RE.8 on 3/26/15, City Clerk • • Marta Viciedo • 915 NW 1st Ave Apt L101 • Miami, FL 33136 • March 11, 2015 • Commissioner Keon Hardemon • 3500 Pan American Drive Miami, FL 33133 • Dear Commissioner Hardemon, • I am writing this letter to express my support for the Tri-Rail extension onto the Florida East Coast Railway corridor and the utilization of All Aboard Florida's (AAF) downtown • Miami station, MiamiCentral. • This new commuter rail service will generate significant benefits to our cities, county and the entire region. With your support, 26 direct trains will arrive and depart from MiamiCentral, creating new opportunities for Miami -Dade County residents, and in • specific Overtown residents, to seek employment in Broward and Palm Beach counties and providing a convenient way for our neighbors to the north to visit, patronize and • revitalize our urban core. An estimated 2,000 to 4,000 new trips into downtown Miami • will occur every day, bringing visitors to museums, shoppers to retails centers, attendees to sporting events, residents to their homes, and workers to their downtown • offices. • As you may know, AAF has started construction on its intercity, express passenger rail system and MiamiCentral. It is vital that we act now and approve a funding source so • Tri-Rail can implement its service and construct the necessary infrastructure needed to * integrate in MiamiCentral. Failing to do so will result in missing an once -in -a -lifetime opportunity to connect these two transit systems in our downtown and create a multi- • modal hub that links with our existing Metrorail, Metromover and bus systems. • AAF is a very committed partner in this transaction. This is an opportunity whereby AAF is contributing significant value by providing access to its corridor, contributing land for IP the station and providing, at its expense, construction management services for the additional Tri-Rail improvements. This will also allow Tri-Rail to expand its service in • conjunction with the delivery of AAF passenger service to MiamiCentral. If Tri-Rail, in the future, had to build its own downtown station it would cost significantly more to construct, would probably not have a seamless connection to all the other transportation • systems, and land would be bought at a premium. There is no reason to forgo the opportunity being presented today. • I strongly support making this type of intelligent investments in our County's future. Ensuring connectivity and strengthening our central hub with the Tri-Rail extension into • • • Submitted into the public Record for item(s) RE.B on 3/26/15, City Clerk • • downtown Miami and Overtown is an important and timely investment. The extension • will further enhance ongoing development and revitalization of Miami's downtown and connect cities, like Miami Gardens, Miami Lakes and Hialeah that have no one -seat • service, with the county's central business district. There will also be significant • economic impacts, as the cumulative impact of the Miami Central station will double the tax increment revenues of the Southeast Overtown Park West community • redevelopment district. • This is a project of great magnitude and importance. The long-term benefits to the Overtown community, the City of Miami, Miami -Dade County and the region will realize • considerable economic, employment and educational opportunities for residents in all • these communities. Major infrastructure projects, like Tri-Rail, require the cooperation and long-term vision of leaders like you, and I urge you to see the tremendous benefits • and impacts this transformational project will realize. 1111 • • Sincerely, A/ i-va✓ V vciv- vifia� • • Marta Viciedo Founder, Urban Impact Lab • • • • 1 • • • • • • • cc: Jack Stephens, SFRTA • • . Submitted into the public Record for item(s) RE.8 • on 3/26/15, City Clerk Sant La o Haitian Neighborhood Center 5000 Biscayne Boulevard • Suite 110 Miami. Florida 33137 305.573.4871 • 305.573.4875 fax 111 • March 12, 2015 11111 The Honorable Keon Hardemon 41 City of Miami • 3500 Pan American Drive Miami, FL 33133 • Dear Commissioner Hardemon: • • I am writing this letter to express my strong support for the Tri-Rail extension onto the Florida East Coast Railway corridor and the utilization of All Aboard Florida's (AAF) downtown Miami • station, MiamiCentral. I believe this new commuter rail service will generate significant benefits to our cities, county and the entire region. With your support, 26 direct trains will arrive and depart from MiamiCentral, creating new opportunities for Miami -Dade County • residents, particularly Overtown residents, to seek employment in Broward and Palm Beach counties and provide a convenient way for our neighbors to the north to visit, patronize and revitalize our urban core. It is estimated that 2,000 to 4,000 new trips into downtown Miami will occur every day, bringing visitors to museums, shoppers to retails centers, attendees to • sporting events, residents to their homes, and workers to their downtown offices. • As you may be aware, AAF has started construction on its intercity, express passenger rail • system and MiamiCentral. It is vital that we act now to approve a funding source such that Tri- • Rail can construct the necessary infrastructure needed to integrate MiamiCentral. Failing to do so will result in missing a once -in -a -lifetime opportunity to connect these two transit systems to • our downtown and create a true multi -modal hub that links our existing Metrorail, Metromover and Metrobus systems. • • Based on the available facts, AAF is a very committed partner in this transaction by providing access to its corridor, contributing land for the station and providing, at its expense, • construction management services for the additional Tri-Rail improvements. This will also allow . Tri-Rail to expand its service in conjunction with the delivery of AAF passenger service to MiamiCentral. If, in the future, Tri-Rail, had to build its own downtown station, it would cost significantly more to construct, would probably not have a seamless connection to all the other transportation systems and land would be bought at a premium. There is no reason to forgo the • opportunity being presented today. • • Submitted into the public Record for item(s) RE.8 on 3/26/15, City Clerk The Tri-Rail extension into downtown Miami and Overtown is one of the most important investments we can make in our County's future. The extension will further enhance ongoing development and revitalization of Miami's downtown and connect cities, such as Miami Gardens, Miami Lakes and Hialeah that have no one -seat service, with the county's central business district. There will also be a significant economic impact, as the cumulative impact of the Miami Central station will double the tax increment revenues of the Southeast Overtown Park West community redevelopment district. This is a project of great magnitude and importance. The long-term benefits to the Overtown community, the City of Miami, Miami -Dade County and the region will realize considerable economic, employment and educational opportunities for residents in all these communities. Major infrastructure projects, like Tri-Rail, require the cooperation and Tong -term vision of bold leaders like you. I urge you to act today to realize the tremendous benefits of this transformational project. With Warm Regards, Gepsie Metellus Executive Director C: Secretary Jim Boxold, Florida Department of Transportation • MIAMI Association of REALTORS' • • i • March 18, 2015 • Commissioner Keon Hardemon 3500 Pan American Drive • Miami, FL 33133 i Dear Commissioner Hardemon: Submitted into the public Record for item(s) RE.8 on 3/26/15, City Clerk MIAM CORAL GABLE NORTHWESTERN DADE WEST BROWARD - SAWGRAS5 EAST BROWARD - DCOTF • I am writing this letter to express my strong support for the Tri-Rail extension onto • the Florida East Coast Railway corridor and the utilization of All Aboard Florida's (AAF) downtown Miami station, MiamiCentral. This new commuter rail service will • generate significant benefits to our cities, county and the entire region. With your support, 26 direct trains will arrive and depart from MiamiCentral, creating new opportunities for Miami -Dade County residents, and in specific Overtown residents, to seek employment in Broward and Palm Beach counties and providing • a convenient way for our neighbors to the north to visit, patronize and revitalize our • urban core. An estimated 2,000 to 4,000 new trips into downtown Miami will occur every day, bringing visitors to museums, shoppers to retails centers, attendees to • sporting events, residents to their homes, and workers to their downtown offices. As you may know, AAF has started construction on its intercity, express passenger rail system and MiamiCentral. It is vital that we act now and approve a funding source so Tri-Rail can implement its service and construct the necessary . infrastructure needed to integrate in MiamiCentral. Failing to do so will result in missing an once -in -a -lifetime opportunity to connect these two transit systems in • our downtown and create a multi -modal hub that links with our existing Metrorail, Metromover and bus systems. • . AAF is a very committed partner in this transaction. This is an opportunity whereby AAF is contributing significant value by providing access to its corridor, contributing • land for the station and providing, at its expense, construction management services for the additional Tri-Rail improvements. This will also allow Tri-Rail to • expand its service in conjunction with the delivery of AAF passenger service to MiamiCentral. If Tri-Rail, in the future, had to build its own downtown station it would cost significantly more to construct, would probably not have a seamless • connection to all the other transportation systems, and land would be bought at a premium. There is no reason to forgo the opportunity being presented today. • It's time to start making intelligent investments in our County's future, and the Tri- • Rail extension into downtown Miami and Overtown is one of, if not. the most • 700 South Royal Poinciana Boulevard • Ste 400 • Miami, Florida 33166 • T: 305.468.7000 • F: 305.468.7030 or 7070 www.miamire.com • info@miamire.com Submitted into the public • Record for item(s) RE.8 MIAM • IAMI on 3/26/15, City Clerk CORAL GABLE: NORTHWESTERN DADE AAA ssociation of REALTORS' WESTBROWARD- SAWGRAS' • EAST BROWARD - DCOT/ • • important one we could make. The extension will further enhance ongoing development and revitalization of Miami's downtown and connect cities, like Miami • Gardens, Miami Lakes and Hialeah that have no one -seat service, with the county's central business district. There will also be significant economic impacts, • as the cumulative impact of the Miami Central station will double the tax increment revenues of the Southeast Overtown Park West community redevelopment district. • • • • • • • • • r • • • • This is a project of great magnitude and importance. The long-term benefits to the Overtown community, the City of Miami, Miami -Dade County and the region will realize considerable economic, employment and educational opportunities for residents in all these communities. Major infrastructure projects, like Tri-Rail, require the cooperation and long-term vision of leaders like you, and I urge you to see the tremendous benefits and impacts this transformational project will realize. Sincere) Teresa King Kinney Chief Executive Officer MIAMI Association of REALTORS® cc: Secretary Jim Boxold, Florida Department of Transportation The Honorable Audrey Edmonson • • 700 South Royal Poinciana Boulevard • Ste 400 • Miami, Florida 33166 • T: 305.468.7000 • F: 305.468.7030 or 7070 www.miamire.com • info@miamire.com • • • BLANC,4 • • • • • • • • • COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE, INC. March 17, 2015 1450 Brickell Ave., Suite 2060 305.577.8850 fax:305.577.8853 Miami, FL 33131 www.blancacre.com Commissioner Keon Hardemon 3500 Pan American Drive Miami, FL 33133 Dear Commissioner Hardemon: Submitted into the public Record for item(s) RE.8 on 3/26/15, City Clerk • I am writing this letter to express my strong support for the Tri-Rail extension onto the . Florida East Coast Railway corridor and the utilization of All Aboard Florida's (AAF) downtown Miami station, MiamiCentral. This new commuter rail service will generate • significant benefits to our cities, county and the entire region. With your support, 26 direct trains will arrive and depart from MiamiCentral, creating new opportunities for Miami -Dade • County residents, and in specific Overtown residents, to seek employment in Broward and Palm Beach counties and providing a convenient way for our neighbors to the north to visit, patronize and revitalize our urban core. An estimated 2,000 to 4,000 new trips • into downtown Miami will occur every day, bringing visitors to museums, shoppers to retails centers, attendees to sporting events, residents to their homes, and workers to their downtown offices. • As you may know, AAF has started construction on its intercity, express passenger rail system and MiamiCentral. It is vital that we act now and approve a funding source so Tri- • Rail can implement its service and construct the necessary infrastructure needed to . integrate in MiamiCentral. Failing to do so will result in missing an once -in -a -lifetime opportunity to connect these two transit systems in our downtown and create a multi- • modal hub that links with our existing Metrorail, Metromover and bus systems. • AAF is a very committed partner in this transaction. This is an opportunity whereby AAF is contributing significant value by providing access to its corridor, contributing land for the station and providing, at its expense, construction management services for the additional Tri-Rail improvements. This will also allow Tri-Rail to expand its service in • conjunction with the delivery of AAF passenger service to MiamiCentral. If Tri-Rail, in the • future, had to build its own downtown station it would cost significantly more to construct, would probably not have a seamless connection to all the other transportation systems, and land would be bought at a premium. There is no reason to forgo the opportunity being presented today. • • • Submitted into the public Record for item(s) RE.8 0 on 3/26/15, City Clerk6 • • It's time to start making intelligent investments in our County's future, and the Tri-Rail 6 extension into downtown Miami and Overtown is one of, if not, the most important one we could make. The extension will further enhance ongoing development and revitalization • of Miami's downtown and connect cities, like Miami Gardens, Miami Lakes and Hialeah that have no one -seat service, with the county's central business district. There will also • be significant economic impacts, as the cumulative impact of the Miami Central station • will double the tax increment revenues of the Southeast Overtown Park West community redevelopment district. This is a project of great magnitude and importance. The long-term benefits to the • Overtown community, the City of Miami, Miami -Dade County and the region will realize considerable economic, employment and educational opportunities for residents in all • these communities. Major infrastructure projects, like Tri-Rail, require the cooperation and • long-term vision of leaders like you, and I urge you to see the tremendous benefits and impacts this transformational project will realize. • • Sincerely, • l� • • • • • • • • • • • • • Tere Blanca President & CEO cc: Secretary Jim Boxold, Florida Department of Transportation The Honorable Audrey Edmonson • • • R Submitted into the public Record for item(s) RE.8 on 3/26/15, City Clerk • • • republica • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 2153 Coral Way, 5111 Floor Miami. Florida 33145 Main 786 347 4700 Fax. 305 443 1631 www raptrtlica.net March 16, 2015 Commissioner Keon Hardemon 3500 Pan American Drive Miami, FL 33133 Dear Commissioner Hardemon: I am writing this letter to express my strong support for the Tri-Rail extension onto the Florida East Coast Railway corridor and the utilization of All Aboard Florida's (AAF) downtown Miami station, MiamiCentral. This new commuter rail service will generate significant benefits to our cities, county and the entire region. With your support, 26 direct trains will arrive and depart from MiamiCentral, creating new opportunities for Miami -Dade County residents, and in specific Overtown residents, to seek employment in Broward and Palm Beach counties and providing a convenient way for our neighbors to the north to visit, patronize and revitalize our urban core. An estimated 2,000 to 4,000 new trips into downtown Miami will occur every day, bringing visitors to museums, shoppers to retails centers, attendees to sporting events, residents to their homes, and workers to their downtown offices. As you may know, AAF has started construction on its intercity, express passenger rail system and MiamiCentral. it is vital that we act now and approve a funding source so Tri-Rail can implement its service and construct the necessary infrastructure needed to integrate in MiamiCentral. Failing to do so will result in missing an once -in -a -lifetime opportunity to connect these two transit systems in our downtown and create a multi -modal hub that links with our existing Metrorail, Metromover and bus systems. AAF is a very committed partner in this transaction. This is an opportunity whereby AAF is contributing significant value by providing access to its corridor, contributing land for the station and providing, at its expense, construction management services for the additional Tri-Rail improvements. This will also allow Tri-Rail to expand its service in conjunction with the delivery of AAF passenger service to MiamiCentral. If Tri-Rail, in the future, had to build its own downtown station it would cost significantly more to construct, would probably not have a seamless connection to all the other transportation systems, and land would be bought at a premium. There is no reason to forgo the opportunity being presented today. It's time to start making intelligent investments in our County's future, and the Tri-Rail extension into downtown Miami and Overtown is one of, if not, the most important one we could make. The extension will further enhance ongoing development and revitalization of Miami's downtown and connect cities, like Miami Gardens, Miami Lakes and Hialeah that have no one -seat service, with the county's central business district. There will also be significant economic impacts, as the cumulative impacts of the Miami Central station will double the tax increment revenues of the Southeast Overtown Park West community redevelopment district. • • • • R • • • repubhca Maio. 786 347 4700 Fax. 305 443 1631 2153 Coral Way. 5th floor Miami Florida 33145 11111 www.republrca net • • Submitted into the public Record for item(s) RE.8 on 3/26/15, City Clerk This is a project of great magnitude and importance. The Tong -term benefits to the Overtown community, the City of Miami, Miami -Dade County and the region will realize considerable economic, employment and educational opportunities for residents in all these communities. Major infrastructure projects, like Tri-Rail, require the cooperation and Tong -term vision of leaders like you, and I urge you to see the ndous benefits and impacts this transformational project will realize. • J rye A. Plasencia • C airman & CEO • cc: Secretary Jim Boxold, Florida Department of Transportation The Honorable Audrey Edmonson • • • • • • • • 40 • • • • • • •