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HomeMy WebLinkAboutSubmittal-Planning Department-Letters of SupportSubmitted into the p blic ree r for ' em(s) Ma on City Clerk Cultural Affairs 111 NW 1st Street • Suite 625 Miami, FL 33128-1994 T 305-375-4634 F 305-375-3068 miamidadearts.org miamidade.gov Carlos A. Gimenez, Mayor June 7, 2016 Honorable Mayor Tomas Regalado and Members, City of Miami Commission City Hall 3500 Pan American Drive Miami, FL 33133 Subject: Proposed Art in Public Places Ordinance - File No. 16-00562 & 16-00315zt Dear Mayor Regalado and City Commissioners, The Miami -Dade Department of Cultural Affairs through its Art in Public Places Program supports the City of Miami in its effort to establish an Art in Public Places Ordinance pursuant to Section 2-11.15 of the Miami -Dade County Code. As stewards of one of the country's largest and most respected public art collections, we can affirm that the implementation of City of Miami's public art ordinance will serve to advance the City's progressive leadership position in urban design and contribute to transforming ordinary public places into great civic sites that can lift the spirit and connect with the City's diverse and vibrant neighborhoods. We recognize the ongoing dedication of City staff and particularly value our partnership with your team in the Planning and Zoning Departments. We have worked together with City staff over the past year to provide advice on the draft comprehensive legislation to establish the City's own public art program and to ensure that it is consistent with the parameters set forth in the County Code. We urge you to support the proposed Art in Public Places Ordinance and we look forward to continuing our work together to make the built environment of our community great through the innovative and collaborative participation of artists. Sincerely, Michael S ing Director, Miami -Dade Department of Cultural Affairs I -Stbrn;ta-1- QpAA-ynvirl- 114nn�s �qpevt- lk0-4031001- Sa30-0-1-A-1-04nin3 0e.00,04r0A+- (JAWS Submitted into the ublic , Z record for it m(s) on ( City Clerk THE CITY OF CORAL GABLES OFFICE OF CITY MANAGER 'the City Beautiful April 6, 2016 Daniel J. Alfonso, City Manager City of Miami 444 SW 2"d Avenue, 101 Floor Miami, FL 33130 Re: Article 11 entitled "Art in Public Places" 16-00315ZT CITY HALL 405 ■1LTMORE WAY CORAL GABLES, FLORIDA 33134 ci?ECEOver..) Congratulations on the City of Miami's proposed Ordinance amendment and the inclusion of Article 11 dedicated to Art in Public Places! As a neighboring City, we are thrilled to express our support for the Ordinance and your vision to enrich Miami with the welcoming and engaging experience public art offers. Following a proud history of incorporating public art into the fabric of our community, the City of Coral Gables formally adopted our Art in Public Places Ordinance in 2007 and later began collecting fees toward the program. As a result, the City commissioned, and is in the final stages of installing, an outstanding monumental artwork consisting of two sculptures by world-renowned artist Alice Aycock. Soon, we will be commissioning our next iconic artworks as part of the eagerly anticipated Miracle Mile Streetscape development project. In addition to the spectacular presence of quality artworks, Coral Gables is conscious of the broad scope and reflection of our community that such artworks have for visitors and residents working and shopping during the day or relaxing at night. With the growing number of public art programs established in neighboring cities and through the excellence of Miami-Dade's Art in Public Places program, every person can have a free and fluid cultural experience as they travel between our Cities and throughout the County. We can all be proud to share in such a legacy. We wish you continued success and prosperity. Since Cathy Swa on-Rivenbark, ICMA-CM, AICP, CEcD City Mana er cc: Francisco Garcia, Department Director of Planning & Zoning P.O. SOX 141545 CORAL GALES, FLORIDA 33114-1S49 (305) 460-5201 Submitted into the public I ] recor for item(s) Pa. I t oz, on (nOq�1�p City Clerk MIAMIBEACH City of Miami Beach, 1700 Convention Center Drive, Miami Beach, FL 33139 Tel. 305-673-7010 Fax: 305-673-7782 Jimmy Morales, City Manager Tel. 305-673-7010, Fax: 305-673-7782 January 28, 2016 City of Miami Department of Planning and Zoning Land Development Division 444 SW 2nd Avenue Miami, FL 33130 Dear Honorable Members Planning and Zoning Appeals Board, I am writing to express my support for the City of Miami Planning and Zoning Appeals Board adopting a Public Art Ordinance which is scheduled to go before the Board on February 17, 2016. Public art has been proven to provide an educational experience that is accessible and welcoming to all residents and visitors and consistently impacts the community in a positive way. The City of Miami Beach Art in Public Places program has been an important part of the cultural landscape in Miami Beach for more than 20 years. Currently, the program is in the process of commissioning six (6) internationally recognized artists for the Miami Beach Convention Center Renovation and Expansion project, with an estimated public art contribution of $7,000,000. The proposed works by these artists exemplify Miami Beach's prestigious quality commitment to commission world class works of public art. The commissioning of these public art works elevates any public art program to a whole new level, bringing artists to the community. In closing, South Florida's cultural scene is growing at an accelerated pace — a pace driven by public art programs throughout Miami -Dade County and the addition of a similar program in the City of Miami will undoubtedly enhance the City of Miami and Miami -Dade County. S cerely, J1 my Tales C ty Manager Submitted into the public record for item(s) on Wocitu, City Clerk Village of Palmetto Bay April 11, 2016 City of Miami Planning and Zoning Department Land Development Division 444 SW 2nd Avenue Miami, FL 33130 Re: Proposed Public Art Ordinance for the City of Miami Dear Honorable Members of the Planning and Zoning Board: Please allow this correspondence to serve as a letter of support for the establishment of an Art in Public Places Program within the City of Miami, The privileges of having an Art in Public Places Program will enhance the artistic and civic pride of the City through creative art projects that improve the visual quality of public spaces. The establishment of the program will allow the opportunity to transform public spaces from ordinary civic areas to sites that can connect the communities of Miami -Dade County. I commend Efren Nunez, Planner II who has been working diligently to establish an Art in Public Place Program Ordinance that will enhance the environment by integrating public art in the metropolitan area of Miami. The Village of Palmetto Bay proudly supports the Art in Public Places Program within the City of Miami and we look forward to its approval. Sincere d Silva Vi '. ge Manager 9705 East Hibiscus Street, Palmetto Boy, FL 33157 305-259-1234 .305.259-1290 (fax) www.palmettoboy fl.yav 2015-2016 OFFICERS PRESIDENT ian Alonso FIRST VICE PRESIDENT Venny Torre SECOND VICE PRESIDENT Judy Pruitt TREASURER Vinson Richter SECRETARY Dolly Maclntyre AT LARGE Enid C. Pinkney Megan Kelly PAST PRESIDENT Olga Vieira TRUSTEES Alex Adams Steven Brooke Ruth Jacobs Leonor M. Lagomasino Megan McLaughlin Albert Menendez Edmund Parnes ^en Quevedo is Randall Susan Shelley Scott Silver Dona Spain Todd Tragash Lilian Walby ADVISORS Walter Alvarez Gay Bondurant Ann Marie Clyatt Bertram "Chico" Goldsmith Gary Held Adolfo Henriques Jorge Hernandez Sallye Jude Penny Lambeth Nancy Liebman Bruce Matheson Thomas J. Matkov William Murphy George Neary Leslie Pantin Arva Moore Parks Rafael Penalver Elizabeth Plater-Zyberk Jeanette Poole Norah Schaefer Don Slesnick H Herb Sosa Ellen Uguccioni Mary Young EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Christine Rupp chris@dadeheritagetrust.org cell: 305-910-3996 1)AIS1 I11G1. 1 lit S I March 23, 2016 Department of Planning and Zoning Land Development Division 444 SW 2nd Avenue Miami, FL 33130 Re: Art in Public Places Ordinance Submitted into the public _. Z on eD (Oq'1i� record for i em(s)City Clerk IRECEIvED Dear City Officials: Please allow this correspondence to serve as a letter of support to establish an Art in Public Places Program within the City of Miami. Public art provides a valuable experience that becomes part of the City's landscape, accessible by all. The benefits of public art, the positive impact on the community, its residents and tourist,s and the potential to attract world class artists from our vibrant arts community make this Program an essential part of an evolving Miami. Speaking from the preservation point of view, Dade Heritage Trust is thrilled that Art in Public Places funds will also be set aside for historic projects within the City of Miami. We are proud to support the Art in Public Places Program and look forward to its approval. Regards, egaSICCe-, Am/ Christine Rupp Executive Director chris@dadeheritagetrust.org cell: 305-910-3996 190 SE 12th Terrace, Mianil, FL 33131 1305-358.9572 www.dadeheritagetrust.org MIAMI ART FAIR 2016 DECEMBER 1- 4 FAIR LOCATION JAMES L KNIGHT CENTER MIAMI CONVENTION CENTER 3B+OSE 2ND AVE. MIAMI FL OFFICES: 1800 N BAYSHORE DR, CPI, MIAMI, FL 33132 T 305.395-3599 T 212.537.6807 M 973.270.7774 VFO4MIAMIRIVERARTFAIR. COM IAMIRIVERARTFAIR.COM Submitted into the ublic recor for i em(s) W. Z on City Clerk INTERNATIONAL CONTEMPORARY ART FAIR DECEMBER 1 - 4, 2016 January 26, 2016 Department of Planning and Zoning Land Development Division 444 SW 2nd Avenue Miami, FL 33130 Re: Art in Public Places Ordinance Honorable members of the Planning and Zoning Appeals Board: It is with great enthusiasm that I write this letter of support on behalf of the Miami River Art Fair, herein after referred to as Nina Torres. Nina Torres commends the City of Miami for taking the initiative in estab- lishing a Public Art Program and crafting legislation that contributes to the aesthetic character of the built environment and to the cultural en- richment of the City of Miami and the surrounding communities. Nina Torres commends city staff, in particular the Planning and Zon- ing Departments Land Development Division which has been working diligently for the past several months to craft such thorough legislation in support of the of arts. With this said, we kindly request that the Planning, Zoning and Appeals Board approve the Public Art Ordi- nance as presented by staff. Sincerely, Nina Torres Founder and Executive Director Miami River Art Fair MARK A. CARDENAS 1700 WEST WASHINGTON, SUITE H PHOENIX, ARIZONA 85007-2844 CAPITOL PHONE: (602) 926-3014 CAPITOL FAX: (602) 417-304B TOLL FREE: 1-800-352-8404 mcardenas@azIeg.gov DISTRICT 19 March 15, 2016 Submitted into the ublic record for item(s) Zl on gxtzona Pause of Xiepresexttattues phoenix, cikrizatta 85007 Department of Planning and Zoning Land Development Division 444 SW 2nd Avenue Miami, FL 33130 Re: Art in Public Places Ordinance - File No. 16-00315zt & 16-00315 City Clerk COMMITTEES: APPROPRIATIONS, MILITARY AFFAIRS & PUBLIC SAFETY WAYS & MEANS - RANKING MEMBER Honorable Members of the Planning, Zoning and Appeals Board: It is with great fervor that I write this letter of support as a Representative of the great State of Arizona. I would like to take this opportunity to commend the City of Miami for taking the initiative to establish a Public Art Program that contributes to the aesthetic character of the built environment and to the cultural enrichment of the City of Miami. I commend city staff, in particular Efren Nunez with the Planning and Zoning Department who has been working diligently for the past several months to craft one of the most comprehensive pieces of legislation I've seen in support of the of arts. This unique ordinance will not only enhance the built environment by integrating public art in the public and private realm but will serve as a cultural and economic engine for the greater metropolitan area of Miami. With this said, I kindly request that the Planning, Zoning and Appeals Board approve the Public Art Ordinance. Sincerely, Representative Mark A. Cardenas Arizona House of Representatives District 19 Submitted into the ublic record for it m(s) on ,,,�� 11�. City Clerk Miami, April 30`h, 2016 CITY OF MIAMI Department of Planning & Zoning Land Development Division 444 SW 2nd Avenue Miami, FL 33130 REF: Art in Public Places Ordinance Honorable members of the Planning, Zoning and Appeals Board: We would like to congratulate and express our support to the Mayor's Office and the Staff of the City of Miami for the excellent idea of proposing a Public Art Program, under Ordinance N° 16-00315zt & 16- 00315, for the exhibition of artworks in public places. This initiative is consistent with the number of art shows that the city of Miami hosts every year attracting art lovers from all over the globe, reaffirming that Miami has become the Art Capital of the United States. Therefore, it is for us a privilege and an honor to offer our support and provide the city with choices of local and international artists that will leave an everlasting impression on this beautiful city. Very truly yours, Ingrid Rodriguez -Glenn General Director USA 3151 NW 36TH ST. MIAMI, FL 33142 PHONE: (954) 933-6620 VENEZUELA CENTRO COMERCIAL CERES, CALLE PARIS (ENTRE MONTERREY Y MUCUCHIES), URB. LAS MERCEDES, CARACAS, DC TELEFONo: + (58-212) 993-7053 EMAIL Info©galeria-art3.com www galeria-art3-corn Facebook Galeria Art 3 NINA TORRES Submitted into the public record or it m(s) ft City Clerk ''! 199 ,t ll".itr January 25, 2016 Department of Planning and Zoning Land Development Division 444 SW 2nd Avenue Miami, FL 33130 Re: Art in Public Places Ordinance Honorable members of the Planning and Zoning Appeals Board: It is with great enthusiasm that I write this letter of support on behalf of Nina Torres Fine Art gallery, herein after referred to as Nina Torres. Nina Torres commends the City of Miami for taking the initiative in establishing a Public Art Program and crafting legislation that contributes to the aesthetic character of the built environment and to the cultural enrichment of the City of Miami and the surrounding communities. Nina Torres commends city staff, in particular the Planning and Zoning Departments Land Development Division which has been working diligently for the past several months to craft such thorough legislation in support of the of arts. With this said, we kindly request that the Planning, Zoning and Appeals Board approve the Public Art Ordinance as presented by staff. Sincerely, Nina Torres Director and Chief Curator Nina Torres Fine Art Arts and Entertainment District 11800 N Bayshore Dr. CP1, Miami FI. 33132 I www.ninatorresfineart.com Submitted into the public recorfor ' em(s) on , p� MIAMI MOUNTAINS N i_, - I c Francisco Herretes Miami Mountains Foundation Inc. 6242 NE 2nd Ave. Miami, FL 33138 June 08, 2016 Mayor Tomas P. Regalado City of Miami 3500 Pan American Drive Miami, FL 33133 RE: PZ.1 and FR.2 - 06/09/2016, regarding the Public Art Program Dear Mayor Regalado, Please accept this letter on behalf of Miami Mountains Foundation, a Little Haiti nonprofit corporation under the fiscal sponsorship of The Miami Foundation, promoting art, culture and smart community outreach to transform developing neighborhoods in South Florida. We enthusiastically support the important and long overdue initiative to amend the zoning Ordinance of the City of Miami to include and create the Public Art Program. As the proposed ordinance expresses, the new Public Art Program will contribute to the aesthetic diversity and cultural enrichment of the community, enhance the City's heritage, values and vision, and improve the quality of life and economic success of Miami residents and businesses, attracting visitors, fueling the local economy by creating job opportunities and helping Miami become a premier world class place. We are pleased to read that the proposed Public Art Ordinance and program is similar to the Miami -Dade County Art In Public Places program that has successfully contributed to arts and culture in the County for over 42 years. It is smart to create a separate, specialized Art in Public Places Board to aid in the administration of the Public Art Program and the Public Art Fund. We are certain that the capable people at the Public Art Division in the City's Planning Department will excel in administering this much -needed program for Miami. As a Little Haiti nonprofit, we are thrilled to have this new Public Art Program that will greatly benefit our neighborhood by promoting collective community expression, empowering the community to challenge gentrification through all-important arts and culture. Congratulations to the City and wonderful people that are spearheading this proposal, we hope to have a functioning Public Art Program as soon as practicable. Sincerely, Al Francisco Herretes Director Miami Mountains Foundation Inc. • 6234 NE 2^d Ave. Miami, FL 33138 • (786) 417-4452 • info@miamimountains.org