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HomeMy WebLinkAboutBid ResponseMARITZr1 ALVAR12-SIIAPIRO, P.A. ATTORNEY AT LAW 4E10E1 PONCE DE LEON, SLIirE 470 CORAL GABLES, FLORIDA 33 146 TELEPHONE (305) 379-4301 FACSIMILE (31:15) 379-4453 MARITZA@ MALV ARE LZAW. C O M December 9th 2016 Mr. Charles Johnson Procurement Division Miami Riverside Center 444 SW 2nd Avenue Miami, Florida 33130 Re: RFQ for Special Master Services Dear Mr. Johnson, Thank you for the opportunity to apply for the Special Master Services. Since 2007, I have served the City of Miami as either a Code Enforcement Magistrate or a General Magistrate presiding over Red Light Camera Hearings. I have found the experiences rewarding and fulfilling. For your review, enclosed please find the Certification Statement and Resume. The letter of Good Standing from the Florida Bar will be provided upon receipt. Moreover, please note that I have no reason to believe that my appointment as a Special Magistrate would create any current or future potential conflict of interest. My firm, Maritza Alvarez -Shapiro, P.A., does not have any past or existing financial or contractual relationships with the City of Miami or any of the City's representatives, elected officials or employees. I hope to have an opportunity to continue to serve the City of Miami as a Magistrate. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me. Certification Statement Please quote on this form, if applicable, net prices for the item(s) listed. Return signed original and retain a copy for your files. Prices should include all costs, including transportation to destination. The City reserves the right to accept or reject all or any part of this submission. Prices should be firm for a minimum of 180 days following the time set for closing of the submissions. In the event of errors in extension of totals, the unit prices shall govern in determining the quoted prices. We (I) certify that we have read your solicitation, completed the necessary documents, and propose to furnish and deliver, F.O.B. DESTINATION, the items or services specified herein. The undersigned hereby certifies that neither the contractual party nor any of its principal owners or personnel have been convicted of any of the violations, or debarred or suspended as set in section 18-107 or Ordinance No. 12271. All exceptions to this submission have been documented in the section below (refer to paragraph and section). EXCEPTIONS: We (I) certify that any and all information contained in this submission is true; and we (I) further certify that this submission is made without prior understanding, agreement, or connection with any corporation, firm, or person submitting a submission for the same materials, supplies, equipment, or service, and is in all respects fair and without collusion or fraud. We (I) agree to abide by all terms and conditions of this solicitation and certify that I am authorized to sign this submission for the submitter. Please print the following and sign your name: PROPOSER NAME - ADDRESS: Maritza Alvarez -Shapiro 4000 Ponce de Leon Blv., Suite 470, Coral Gables, Florida 33146 PHONE: 305-379-4301 FAX- maritza@malvarezlaw.com EMAIL: maritza@malvarezlaw.com CELL(Optionalj 786-256-0116 SIGNED BY: n......... TITJ .F: n et DATE: 12/8/2016 FAILURE TO COMPLET&SIGN. AND RETURN THIS FORM SHALL DISOULIFy THIS RESPONSE, Certifications Legal Name of Firm: Maritza Alvarez -Shapiro, PA Proposer's Federal Employer Identification Number (FEIN) 589-46-1920 Entity Type: Partnership, Sole Proprietorship, Corporation, etc. Sole Proprietorship Year Established: 2004 Office Location: City of Miami, Miami -Dade County, or Other 4000 Ponce de Leon B1v., Suite 470, Coral Gables, FI. Business Tax Receipt Ntmiber/Occupational License Number: 4629144 (Miami Dade) 00108549 (Coral Gables) Business Tax Receipt Issuing Agency/Occupational License Issuing Agency: Miami Dade County and Coral Gables Business Tax Receipt Expiration Date/Occupational License Expiration Date: August 2017 Please list and aclmowiedge all addendum/addenda received. List the addendum/addenda number and date of receipt (i.e. Addendum No. 1, 7/1/07). If no addendum/addenda was/were issued, please insert N/A. Addendum No.1 11/8/2016 and Addendum No. 2 12/1/2016 Reference No. 1: Name of Company/Agency for which Proposer is currently providing the services as described in this solicitation, or has provided such services in the past: City of Miami Reference No. 1: Address, City, State, and Zip for above referenced company/agency listed: City of Miami 444 SW 2nd Avenue, Miami, Florida 33130 Reference No. 1: Name of Contact Person and Telephone Number for above referenced No. 1 Olga Zamora 305-416-2037 Reference No. 1: Date of Contract for above referenced No. 1. June 19, 2012 Reference No. 2: Name of Company/Agency for which Proposer is currently providing the services as described in this solicitation, or has provided such services in the past City of Miami Reference No. 2: Address, City, State, and Zip for above referenced company/agency listed: City of Miami 111 SW 2nd Avenue, Miami, Florida 33130 Reference No. 2: Name of Contact Person and Telephone Number for above referenced No. 2. Olga Zamora 305-416-2037 Reference No. 2: Date of Contract for above referenced No. 2. June 1, 2007 Reference No. 3: Name of Company/Agency for which Proposer is currently providing the services as described in this solicitation, or has provided such services in the past: City of Miami- Code Enforcement Board Reference No. 3: Address, City, State, and Zip for above referenced company/agency listed: City of Miami 3500 Pan American Drive Miami, Fl. 33133 Reference No. 3: Name of Contact Person and Telephone Number for above referenced No. 3. Hearing Boards 305-416-2030 Reference No. 3: Date of Contract for above referenced No. 3. appointed by Commissioners 2/9/2006 Has Proposer reviewed the attached Sample Professional Services Agreement (PSA)? Yes Does Proposer acknowledge that the attached PSA is an example of the standard Agreement used in conjunction with the services related to this solicitation and may be amended in the City"s best interest? Yes If proposer has a local office, as defined under Chapter 18/Article 111, Section 18-73 of the City Code, has Proposer filled out, notarized, and included with its proposal, the "City of Miami Local Office Certification" form? YES or NO? The City of Miami Local Office Certification form is Located within the Oracle Sourcing System, ("iSupplier"), under the Header/Notes and Attachment Section of this solicitation. No Local Office MAIIITZA ALVAPLZSHAPIRO, PA 4000 Ponce de Leon Blvd., Suite 470 Coral Gables, Florida 33146 Telephone (305) 379-4301 Facsimile (305) 379-4453 Electronic mail: maritzaEtalvarezrodriguezlawcom Experience 2014- Present 2007-2014 2004-2006 M RITZA ALVAREZ-SHAPIRO P.A. 4000 Ponce de Leon Blvd., Suite 470, Coral Gables, Florida Sole Practitioner -Built client base for legal practice in the area of State and Federal criminal law -Participate as lead counsel in numerous State and Federal jury trials -Research and draft Motion and Legal briefs on numerous issues of criminal law ALVAREZ RODRIGUEZ-FONTS, LLP. 4000 Ponce de Leon Blvd., Suite 470 Coral Gables, Florida Partner - Co -manage a civil and criminal law practice. -Oversee day to day operations of the firm, promote and procure new business. -Represent clients in litigation and trial work. -Respond to administrative and court hearings, take depositions, draft pleadings and argue motions. ZUMPANO PATRICIOS & WINKER 999 Ponce de Leon Blvd., PH 1110, Coral Gables, Florida, Income Partner - Chief of criminal Law Division. 1 2001-2007 1997-2001 2002- Present Lead trial counsel for all matter related to criminal law, Delegated and supervised associates handling criminal law cases. -Researched and drafted briefs and memorandums in the area of Health Care Law. M ARITZA ALVAREZ, P.A. 4000 Ponce de Leon Blvd., Suite 470, Coral Gables, Florida Sole Practitioner -Built client base for legal practice in the area of State and Federal criminal law -Participate as lead counsel in numerous State and Federal jury trials -Research and draft Motion and Legal briefs on numerous issues of criminal law LAW OFFICE OF BENNET H. BRUM4fER PUBLIC DEFENDER FOR THE ELEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OF FLORIDA 1320 N.W 14th Street, Miami, Florida Assistant Public Defender - Managed caseload in excess of 200 cases in Felony, Juvenile and County Court -Participated as lead counsel in 23 jury trials and 35 bench trials, - Conducted depositions, contested evidentiary hearings, and complex motions. GUARDIAN AD LITEM ELEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT -Appointed by Circuit Family Court. Judges to represent and protect the interest of child witnesses -Interview parties, review pleadings, analyze reports -Make recommendations to the Court regarding the best interest of the child. 2 2012- Present 2007- 2012 CITY OF MIAMI GENERAL MAGISTRATE -Preside over red light camera violation hearings. -Review evidence presented by the City of Miami and make judgments regarding violations. CITY OF MIA_MI CODE ENFORCEMENT MAGISTRATE - Presided over hearings related to areas of code enforcement, - Entered orders of Judgment in matters relating to City of Miami Code of Ordinances, Education ST. THOMAS UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF LAW Juris Doctor May 1997 Moot Court Board FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY Bachelor's of _Arts in Criminology Golden Ivey National Honor Society August 1994 Professional Florida Bar October 1997 Admissions United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida April 1999 Community Associations City of Miami Code enforcement Board- Past member Kiwanis Club Of Little Havana Professional Associations Cuban American Bar Association Florida Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys Florida Association of Women Lawyers 3 Awards/ Recognitions Recognized as "Best of the Bar" 2003, 2004, 2005, By the South Florida Business Journal 2006, 2007, 2008 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 Recognized as an "Up and Comer" By the South Florida Legal Guide 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 Recognized as "Top Lawyer" By the South Florida Legal Guide 2010, 2011,2012, 2013, 2014 Languages Fluent in Spanish 4 Maritza 10/01/1997 Alvarez -Shapiro 0120870 City of Miami Legislation Resolution City HeJI 3500 Pan Arnerlcan Dive Miami, FL 33133 www.miainigovtxxn File Number: 07-00704 Final Action Date: A RESOLUTION OF THE MIAMI CITY COMMISSION, WITH ATTACHMENT(S), APPOINTING MARITZA, ALVAREZ, JACK R. BLUMENFELD, KATHRYN KNIERIEM ESTEVEZ, LISA A. GORDON AND DARCEE S. SIEGEL, AS SPECIAL MASTERS TO SERVE AS HEARING OFFICERS TO PRESIDE OVER CODE ENFORCEMENT AND OTHER SIMILAR HEARINGS AND PROCEEDINGS AND TORENDER WRITTEN FINDINGS AND RULINGS, AS MAY BE REFERRED TO THEM BY THE CITY MANAGER; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE INDIVIDUAL SPECIAL MASTER AGREEMENTS, IN SUBSTANTIALLY THE ATTACHED FORM, ON AN AS -NEEDED CONTRACT BASIS, FOR THE REMAINDER OF FISCAL YEAR 2006-2007, WITH THE OPTION TO RENEW FOR ONE (1) ADDITIONAL ONE-YEAR PERIOD, IN A TOTAL ANNUAL AGGREGATE AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $10,000; ALLOCATING FUNDS, IN THE AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $10,000, FROM ACCOUNT CODE NO. 00001.311000.531000, FOR FISCAL YEAR 2006-2007, WITH FUTURE FISCAL YEAR FUNDING SUBJECT ONLY TO BUDGETARY APPROVAL. WHEREAS, the City of Miami is concerned with the quality of life of its citizens; and WHEREAS, the Code Enforcement Board is overburdened with numerous cases; and WHEREAS, the Department of Hearing Boards recommends the appointment of Special Masters; and WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 2-811 of the Code of the City of Miami, Florida, as amended, the City Commission may appoint or authorize Special Masters to preside over Code Enforcement hearings; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA: Section 1. The recitals and findings contained in the Preamble to this Resolution are adopted by reference and incorporated as if fully set forth in this Section. Section 2. Maritza Alvarez, Jack R. Blumenfeld, Kathryn Knieriem Estevez, Lisa A. Gordon and Darcee S. Siegel are appointed as Special Masters to serve as hearing officers to preside over Code Enforcement and other similar hearings and proceedings and to render written findings and rulings, as may be referred to them by the City Manager. Section 3. The City Manger is authorized {1} to execute individual Special Master Agreements, in substantially the attached farm,on an as -needed contract basis, for the remainder of Fiscal Year 2008- 2007, with the option to renew for one (1) additional one-year period, in a total annual aggregate amount not to exceed $10,000, with funds in the amount not to exceed $10,000, allocated from City of Wean! Page 1 of 2 Mated the: 6/12897 File Number. 07-00704 Account Code No. 00001.311000.531000, for Fiscal Year 2006-2007, with future fiscal year funding, subject only to budgetary approval. Section 4. This Resolution shall become effective immediately upon its adoption and signature of the Mayor. {2} APPR.VED AS TO FORM AND CORRECTNESS: JORG CITY A Footnotes : NEY 3'1 {1) The here ri authorization is further subject to compliance -with all requirements that may be imposed by the City Attorney, including but not limited to those prescribed by applicable City Charter and Code provisions. {2} if the Mayor does not sign this Resolution, it shall become effective at the end of ten calendar days from the date it was passed and adopted. if the Mayor vetoes this Resolution, it shall become effective immediately upon override of the veto by the City Commission. City of Miam1 Page 2 of 2 Primed Om:6/112007 itza Alvarez-S hapro,PA, ) Ponce de Leon Blvd,, Suite 170 al Gables, Florida 33I t6 AA E l ) - :c TIVI I(td Dolt - r-MO a Lawyer Ethics R'uiss Lin ' iE �3_CRiD.i 3r+E. 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In addition, enclosed please find the Certification Statement and Certificate of Good Standing from The Florida Bar. Should you have any further questions or need any further documents, please do not hesitate to contact me. Certification Statement Please quote on this form, if applicable, net prices for the item(s) listed. Return signed original and retain a copy for your files. Prices should include all costs, including transportation to destination. The City reserves the right to accept or reject all or any part of this submission. Prices should be firm for a minimum of 180 days following the time set for closing of the submissions. In the event of errors in extension of totals, the unit prices shall govern in determining the quoted prices. We (I) certify that we have read your solicitation, completed the necessary documents, and propose to furnish and deliver, F.O.B. DESTINATION, the items or services specified herein. The undersigned hereby certifies that neither the contractual party nor any of its principal owners or personnel have been convicted of any of the violations, or debarred or suspended as set in section 18-107 or Ordinance No. 12271. All exceptions to this submission have been documented in the section below (refer to paragraph and section). EXCEPTIONS: We (I) certify that any and all information contained in this submission is true; and we (I) farther certify that this submission is made without prior understanding, agreement, or connection with any corporation, firm, or person submitting a submission for the same materials, supplies, equipment, or service, and is in all respects fair and without collusion or fraud. We (I) agree to abide by all terms and conditions of this solicitation and certify that I am authorized to sign this submission for the submitter. Please print the following and sign your name: PROPOSER NAME (t ' t om ADDRESS: 6---) &X. 5-s--759- piaml PHONE(30 - s 50 FAX k)N s) `--ir'7Ca EMAIL: ?MA1 °L1Y" 1 L�.5 la � Cdr"10ELL(Optional)• SIGNED BY. TITLE: DATE: FAILURE TO COMPLETE. SIGN. AND RETURN THIS FORM SHALL DISQUALIFY THIS RESPONSE. Page 2 of 35 Certifications Legal Name of Firm: 71)-- Proposers Federal Employer Identification Number (FEIN) ` 'r` t/ ! O b I� Entity Type: Partnership, Sole Proprietorship, Corporation, etc. Year Established: iJ LA u2_ Z.C-C 2._ Office Location: City of Miami, Miami -Dade County, or Other C 7U 6 CL -9— L'Cl-A(3.11 Tax Receipt Number/Occupational License Number: / 74.9 3 -7 (.1, Business Tax Receipt Issuing Agency/Occupational License Issuing Agency: Business Tax Receipt Expiration Date/Occupational License Expiration Date: flc / Q /— I Please list and acknowledge all addendum/addenda received. List the addendum/addenda number and date of receipt (i.e. Addendum No. 1, 7/1/07). If no addendum/addenda was/were issued, please insert N/A. see74.e)) l 4- 5 Reference No. 1: Name of Company./Agency for which Proposer is currently providing the services as described in this solicitation, or has provided such services in the past: 11),/ Reference No. 1: Address, City, State, and Zip for above referenced company/agency listed: Reference No. [ : Name of Contact Person and Telephone Number for above efe need No. 1 Vi&f t "L . eki r Reference No. 1: Date of Contract for above referenced No, 1. Page 3 of 35 Reference No. 2: Name of Company./Agency for which Proposer is currently providing the services as described in this solicitation, or has provided such services in the past: Reference No. 2: Address, City, State, and Zip fbr above referenced company/agency listed: U Reference No. 2: Name of Contact Person aid Telepho Number for above referenced No. 2. Reference No. 2: Date of Contract for above referenced No. 2. Reference No. 3: Name of Company/Agency for which Proposer is currently providing the services as described in this solicitation, or has provided such services in the past: Reference No. 3: Address, City, State, and Zip r above referenced company/agency listed: Reference No. 3: Name of Contact Person and Telephone Number for above referenced No. 3. Reference No. 3: Date of Contract for above referenced No. 3. Has Proposer reviewed the attached Sample Professional Services Agreement (PSA)? Does Proposer acknowledge that the attached PSA is an example of the standard Agreement used in conjunction with the services related to this solicitation and may be amended in the City's best interest? If proposer has a local office, as defined under Chapter 18/Article 111, Section 18-73 of the City Code, has Proposer filled out, notarized, and included with its proposal, the "City of Miami Local Office Certification" form? YES or NO? The City of Miami Local Office Certification form is located within the Oracle Sourcing System, ("iSupplier"), under the Header/Notes and Attachment Section of this solicitation. .no Le_ Page 4 of 35 JOHN F. HARKNESS, JR. EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR State of Florida County of Leon The Florida Bar 651 EAST JEFFERSON STREET TALLAHaSSEE, FLORIDA 32399-2300 In Re: 164003 Patricia M. Arias P.O. Box 55754 Miami, FL 850/561.5600 Www.FLORID aB:IR.oRc I HEREBY CERTIFY that I am the duly appointed custodian of membership records of The Florida Bar. I FURTHER CERTIFY that the records in the office of the Clerk of the Supreme Court of Florida indicate that said attorney was admitted to practice law in the State of Horida on April 16, 1999. 1 FURTHER CERTIFY that the records in the office of The Florida Bar indicate that the above attorney is an active member of The Florida Bar in good standing. Dated this 1 day of November, 2016. ,eVia.vicQ Pam Gerard, Manager Membership Records Dept. The Florida Bar PG,'J?L'ssTHI:Rl 0 Executive Summary/Proposer Information for Patricia M. Arias/Fb1i: 164003 Page 1 A. Minimum Qualification Requirements 1. RESPONSE: See attached Resume and Certificate of Good Standing B. Proposer's Experience and Past Performance 2. Describe the Proposer's experience and past performance, in general, and state the number of years that the Proposer has practiced Iaw and the area(s) of law the Proposer has practiced. RESPONSE: See attached Resume 3. Describe Proposer's specific past performance and experience in relation to the services requested herein, to include service as a Hearing Officer for Code Enforcement, Red Light Camera Violations, etc. RESPONSE: See attached Resume 4. Provide a list of a minimum of three (3) comparable contracts similar in scope of services to those requested herein, which the Proposer has either ongoing, or completed within the last five (5) years. The list should identify 1) client, 2) description, 3) client contact person and phone number, 4) contract duration. Where possible, list and describe those projects performed for government clients. RESPONSE: This requires information that is protected as attorney -client privilege pursuant to Florida Statute §90.502. An attorney is prohibited from revealing its contracts without its clients since it may infringe on their attorney -client privilege. 5. Describe any other experiences related to the work or services described within Section 3.1, and any other information which may be specific to the required services to be provided. RESPONSE: See attached Resume C. Technical Information 6. Describe Proposer's ability and willingness to provide a quick response (possibly the same day) to requests to serve as a Special Master as specified within Section 3.1 of this RFQ. RESPONSE: There is no impediment to responding promptly. 7. Provide any information concerning any prior or pending litigation, either civil or criminal, which may affect the performance of the services to be rendered herein, in which the Proposer has been involved within the last three (3) years. RESPONSE: NONE; I have not been involved in any such litigation. Executive Surnrnary/Proposer Information for Patricia M. Arias/FBN: 164003 Page 2 8. Indicate whether the selection of Proposer would result in any current or future potential conflict of interest. If so, your response must specify the party with which the conflict exists or might arise, the nature of the conflict, and whether your firm or any of its affiliates or parent, would step aside or resign from the engagement or representation creating the conflict. Please also disclose any financial or contractual relationship an employee(s), partner(s), principal(s), officer(s) orowner(s) of the firm, and/or the firm or any of its affiliates or parent, including joint ventures, has, or have had, over the past five (5) years with any City of Miami elected or appointed official, or with a firm in which they were employed. This information is subject to verification as part of the qualification process. RESPONSE: I have no business with the City of Miami other than as the Attorney for the Code Enforcement/Nuisance Abatement Board and I have served as temporary Hearing Officer for Red Light Cameras and Special Master. As to potential conflicts, any conflict that may arise would only be identified during any one particular hearing, wherein I could not adjudicate on a matter because of a relationship with individual whose grievance/violation is sought to be heard. 9. Identify if Proposer has taken any exceptions to the terms of the solicitation. Patriciai Date RESPONSE: NONE 771 D l I) l � PATRICIA M. ARIAS, ESQ. Florida Certified Circuit Court Mediator EDUCATION University of Miami School of Law, Coral Gables, Florida Juris Doctor, May 1998, Cum Laude P.O. Box 557548 Miami, FL 33255 (305) 858-5500 pmaCpariaslaw.com Florida International University, Miami, Florida Bachelor in Business Administration with a Certificate in Banking, May 1995 Mediation Training Group, Inc., Florida Florida Supreme Court Certified Mediator, February 2016 EMPLOYMENT June 2002 to Patricia M. Arias, P.A. - Sole Practitioner/Attorney Present Areas of Practice: Construction and Commercial Litigation/Collections Foreclosure Litigation/Collections Landlord/Tenant Actions Creditor's Rights in Bankruptcy July 2014 to City, of Miami - Temporary Hearing Officer Red Light Cameras Present Areas of Practice: Government/Regulatory April 2010 to City of Miami - Attorney for Code Enforcement Board/Nuisance Abatement Present Areas of Practice: Government/Regulatory April 2009 to City of Miami - Hearing Board Officer (Code Enforcement and Solid Waste) October 2010 Areas of Practice: Government/Regulatory June 2005 to City of Miami - Attorney for Code Enforcement Board November 2008 Areas of Practice: Government/Regulatory March 2002 to Alayon & Associates, P.A. - Associate June 2002 Areas of Practice: Commercial Litigation August 2001 to Hinshaw & Cttlberston - Associate March 2002 Areas of Practice: Creditor's Rights in Bankruptcy Commercial Litigation - Defense March 1999 to Craig Z. Sherar, P.A. - Associate July 2001 Areas of Practice: Construction and Commercial Litigation/Collections Creditor's Rights in Bankruptcy MEMBERSHIPS Member of The Florida Bar, admitted April 1999 - Bar No.: 0164003 Member of the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida, admitted July 1999 Member of the U.S. District Court of Appeals for the 11`h Circuit, admitted February 2001 Member of the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida, admitted October 2001 Supreme Court of Florida Circuit Court Mediator, admitted March 2016 - No. 33912R LANGUAGES Fluent in English and Spanish City of Miami, Florida RFQ584381 IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have caused this instrument to be executed by their respective officials thereunto duly authorized, this the day and year above written. "City" CITY OF MIAMI, a municipal ATTEST: corporation By: Todd B. Hannon, City Clerk Daniel J. Alfonso, City Manager ATTEST: °`Contractor By: STATE OF FLORIDA ) ) SS COUNTY OF MIAMI-DADE ) Patricia M. Arias The foregoin instrument was acknowledged before me this day of 1 2017 by 6 'f T` ' tArLeLa . He/she is personally known to me or has produced , as identification and did not take an oath. Notary Public Printed Name: HMI My Commission Expires: APPROVED AS TO LEGAL FORM AND CORRECTNESS:REQUIREMENTS: Victoria Mendez City Attorney Notary Public State of Fonda Alexandra J Sanchez My Commission FF 153319 Expires 0812112018 17 APPROVED AS TO INSURANCE Ann -Marie Sharpe Risk Management Director Certification Statement Please quote on this form, if applicable, net prices for the item(s) listed. Return signed original and retain a copy for your files. Prices should include all costs, including transportation to destination. The City reserves the right to accept or reject all or any part of this submission. Prices should be firm for a minimum of I80 days following the time set for closing of the submissions. In the event of errors in extension of totals, the unit prices shall govern in determining the quoted prices. We (1) certify that we have read your solicitation, completed the necessary documents, and propose to furnish and deliver, F.O.B. DESTINATION, the items or services specified herein. The undersigned hereby certifies that neither the contractual party nor any of its principal owners or personnel have been convicted of any of the violations, or debarred or suspended as set in section 18-107 or Ordinance No. 12271. All exceptions to this submission have been documented in the section below (refer to paragraph and section), EXCEPTIONS: We (I) certify that any and all information contained in this submission is true; and we (I) further certify that this submission is made without prior understanding, agreement, or connection with any corporation, firm, or person submitting a submission for the same materials, supplies, equipment, or service, and is in all respects fair and without collusion or fraud. We (I) agree to abide by all terms and conditions of this solicitation and certify that I am authorized to sign this submission for the submitter. Please print the following and sign your name: PROPOSER NAME• Jack R. Blumenfeld, PA ADDRESS° 2655 LeJeune Rd. Suite 700H, Coral Gables, FL 33134 PHONE: 305 -6 70-3 . 11 FAX: 305-670-7003 EMAIL- jack SIGNED BY: TITLE: P ident jack.net CELL(Optional)° 305-710-1668 DATE: 11/29/2016 FAILURE TO COMPLETE, SIGN, ADD RETURN THIS FORM SHALL DISQUALIFY THIS RESPONSE. Page 2 of 35 Certifications Legal Name of Firm: Jack R Blumenfeld. PA Proposer's Federal Employer Identification Number (FEIN) 59-2011849 Entity Type: Partnership, Sole Proprietorship, Corporation, etc. Professional Association Year Established: 1974 Office Location: City of Miami, Miami -Dade County, or Other Coral Gables, FL Business Tax Receipt Number/Occupational License Number: BT-0025009230 / 1048149 Business Tax Receipt Issuing Agency/Occupational License Issuing Agency: Coral Gables / Miami -Dade County Business Tax Receipt Expiration Date/Occupational License Expiration Date: 9/30/2017 / 9/30/2017 Please list and acknowledge all addendum/addenda received. List the addendum/addenda number and date of receipt (i.e. Addendum No. 1, 7/1/07). If no addendum/addenda was/were issued, please insert N/A. Addendum No. 1, 11 /8/2016 Reference No. 1: Name of Company/Agency for which Proposer is currently providing the services as described in this solicitation, or has provided such services in the past: City of Miami Code Hearing Boards Code Enforcement Reference No. 1: Address, City, State, and Zip for above referenced company/agency listed: 444 SW 2nd Ave., Miami, FL 33130 Reference No. 1: Name of Contact Person and Telephone Number for above referenced No. 1 Beatriz Alvarez, 305-416-1423 Reference No. 1: Date of Contract for above referenced No. 1. Page 3 of 35 2012 Reference No. 2: Name of Company/Agency for which Proposer is currently providing the services as described in this solicitation, or has provided such services in the past: Reference No. 2: Address, City, State, and Zip for above referenced company/agency listed: Reference No. 2: Name of Contact Person and Telephone Number for above referenced No, 2. Reference No. 2: Date of Contract for above referenced No. 2. Reference No. 3: Name of Company/Agency for which Proposer is currently providing the services as described in this solicitation, or has provided such services in the past: Reference No. 3: Address, City, State, and Zip for above referenced company/agency listed: Reference No. 3: Name of Contact Person and Telephone Number for above referenced No. 3. Reference No. 3: Date of Contract for above referenced No. 3. Has Proposer reviewed the attached Sample Professional Services Agreement (PSA)? Yes Does Proposer acknowledge that the attached PSA is an example of the standard Agreement used in conjunction with the services related to this solicitation and may be amended in the City's best interest? Yes If proposer has a local office, as defined under Chapter 18/Article 111, Section 18-73 of the City Code, has Proposer filled out, notarized, and included with its proposal, the "City of Miami Local Office Certification" form? YES or NO? The City of Miami Local Office Certification form is located within the Oracle Sourcing System, ("iSupplier"), under the Header/Notes and Attachment Section of this solicitation. N/A Page 4 of 35 RFQ Special Master Services Reference No. ,r)tCray proF.),,ser eu:-.'ertl-y pry, idlner lees described. ir. Cais soiieitatIon, or has pru,. id ed such services in the pas.,: Office of Criminal Conflict & Civil Regional Counsel Thau Di3tfict Reference N. 1: 1`3%:" a..],reney 401 ,N; \,\,- 2nd Ave S-310 Florida 3312 Reference No. 1: Per, : N.-. Gudgert 305-6-9-6530 Reference N.). 1: fate I Sept. 2,2010 R2f1-!reii.:e V) 2: : • ; : ' p! .111:11C Justice Adnlinistrx:ion Conimission Lr Reference No. 2: -‘,..!drz.s-zs. • S:.a,7-e :-errrd eornpaiy.! 227 No. Bronou.,4h St., Suite 2100, Tallahassee, FL 32301 Reference No. 2: \,1:1-.e. '`nil)er for ac.ve rei-Terer,ce,1 N. 2 866-335-7902 (No contaet Person. This is a state a4encv ‘.\-hich administers the Court .-Ippointed Reference No. 2: Da:e oCContract for above refereneed No. 1. First cv(RyTact, which was renewed yearly, was sometime in the early 2000s, before 2006. 12/14/2016 The Florida Bar - Find a Lawyer P.I'hics FtLiles .-rofessionalism Log In THE FicilzmN BAR FI_OFDA 3.4F C i'',.:+f!es Feld 3 Ls Nyer Find a Lawyer a:T.< Citj eiLdrenfeid F;r1r, V Clv Nate Fnd names that sound like the entered names Eligible lawyers only :Include deceased lawyers 3- More options Showinglresug View Jack Ross Blumenfeld Member in Good Standing Mr Number. 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FL 331 34 City of Miami -City Clerk 3500 Pan American Drive Miami, FL 33133 **Delivered viva courier City of Miami, Florida RFQ584381 IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have caused this instrument to be executed by their respective officials thereunto duly authorized, this the day and year above written. "City" CITY OF MIAMI, a municipal ATTEST: corporation By: Todd B. Hannon, City Clerk Daniel J. Alfonso, City Manager ATTEST: Print Name:GriO6 Title: (Corporate Seal) ��par Notary Public State or Florida Vanessa Castellanos My Commlasion FF 975779 Expires 03/28/2020 By: ) vc Print Name: Title: (Authorized Corporate Officer) APPROVED AS TO LEGAL FORM APPROVED AS TO INSURANCE AND CORRECTNESS: Victoria Mendez REQUIREMENTS: Ann -Marie Sharpe City Attorney Risk Management Director 17 Certification Statement Please quote on this form, if applicable, net prices for the item(s) listed. Return signed original and retain a copy for your files. Prices should include all costs, including transportation to destination. The City reserves the right to accept or reject all or any part of this submission. Prices should be firm for a minimum of 180 days following the time set for closing of the submissions. In the event of errors in extension of totals, the unit prices shall govern in determining the quoted prices. We (I) certify that we have read your solicitation, completed the necessary documents, and propose to furnish and deliver, F.O.B. DESTLNATION, the items or services specified herein. The undersigned hereby certifies that neither the contractual party nor any of its principal owners or personnel have been convicted of any of the violations, or debarred or suspended as set in section 18-107 or Ordinance No. 12271. All exceptions to this submission have been documented in the section below (refer to paragraph and section). EXCEPTIONS: i t .i We (I) certify- that any and all information contained in this submission is true; and we (I) further certify that this submission is made without prior understanding, agreement, or connection with any corporation, firm, or person submitting a submission for the same materials, supplies, equipment, or service, and is in all respects fair and without collusion or fraud. We (I) agree to abide by all terms and conditions of this solicitation and certify that I am authorized to sign this submission for the submitter. Please print the following and sign your name: PROPOSER NAME• ADDRESS 7' �;��� %�rlli;� 42 3ELic PHONE: (,) S73 `91�1 �I FAX: (3(C) )3 - l �/ EMAIL: CbjJ (re. @. C1 r. Co,\ L(Optional). (Sc' -i Z 6 SIGNED BY: TITLE: G/ DATE • FA MITRE TO COMPLETE. SIGN. AND RETURN THIS FORM SHALL DISOUALTFY THIS RESPONSE, Page 2 of 35 Page 1 Law Offices of Victor H De Yurre Attorneys At Law 6780 Coral Way Miami, Florida 33155 Gentlepersons: Phone: (305) 373-9194 Fax: (305) 373-1164 Email: dewurre cc aol.com 12/6/16 Pursuant to my application for City of Miami Special Master, please be advised of the following: 1) I am a practicing attorney in the State of Florida since 1977; 2) I am a member in good standing of the Florida Bar; 3) My City of Miami government involvement over the past 30 years has provided me with ample knowledge in all aspects of the City's Code Enforcement matters, its Code and Ordinances; 4) My 40 years of law practice has provided me with ample knowledge in advanced legal research and writing and drafting of legal orders; 5) My City of Miami government involvement over 30 years, particularly, as a City Commissioner (1987-1995), as a member of the City of Miami Zoning Board (1984-1985) and most recently (2013-present) as a City of Miami Special Master gives me ample knowledge and experience in this area; 6) As a Miami Dade County Court Hearing Officer in the Traffic Division (2010-present), I have the knowledge and experience in presiding over hearings including Red Light Camera hearings. (It should be noted, that I trained the current City of Miami Special Masters to conduct Red Light Camera hearings.); 7) My selection as a City of Miami Special Master does not and will not result in a conflict of interest; and 8) For additional information, see my Resume and Letters of Recommendation included in this packet. THANK YOU FOR YOUR CONSIDERATION, VICTOR H. DE YURRE1, ESQ. Certifications Legal Name of Firm: �, C-CUv (-6ie_i 6-r 1171CTC( P. Proposer's Federal Employer Identification Number (FEIN) - `i- 23z 12u Entity Type: Partnership, Sole Proprietorship, Corporation, etc. Year Established: r(i7i - t e Office Location: City of Miami, Miami -Dade County, or Other Y`v1 i viv4 I - ("it Ca) n R' Business Tax Receipt Number/Occupational License Number: 01 l Y 't t Business Tax Receipt Issuing Agency/Occupational License Issuing Agency: Business Tax Receipt Expiration Date/Occupational License Expiration Date:' 301 1-7 Please list and acknowledge all addendum/addenda received. List the addendum/addenda number and date of receipt (i.e. Addendum No. 1, 7/1/07). If no addendum/addenda was/were issued, please insert NIA. I j f J Reference No. 1: Name of Company/Agency for which Proposer is currently providing the services as described in this solicitation, or has provided such services in the past: C iY11r4, l Reference No. 1: Address, City, State, and Zip for above referenced company/agency listed: Reference No. 1: Name of Contact Person and Telephone Number for above referenced No. 1 C �-t ,f k E S 10\lvv.rd A Reference No. I: Date of Contract for above referenced No. 1. Page 3 of 35 Reference No. 2: Name of Company/Agency for which Proposer is currently providing the services as described in this solicitation, or has provided such services in the past: Reference No. 2: Address, City, State, and Zip for above referenced company/agency listed: Reference No. 2: Name of Contact Person and Telephone Number for above referenced No. 2. Reference No. 2: Date of Contract for above referenced No. 2. Reference No. 3: Name of Cornpany/Agency for which Proposer is currently providing the services as described in this solicitation, or has provided such services in the past: Reference No. 3: Address, City, State, and Zip for above referenced company/agency listed: Reference No. 3: Name of Contact Person and Telephone Number for above referenced No. 3. Reference No. 3: Date of Contract for above referenced No. 3. Has Proposer reviewed the attached Sample Professional Services Agreement (PSA)? Does Proposer acknowledge that the attached PSA is an example of the standard Agreement used in conjunction with the services related to this solicitation and may be amended in the City's best interest? If proposer has a local office, as defined under Chapter 18/Article 111, Section 18-73 of the City Code, has Proposer filled out, notarized, and included with its proposal, the "City of Miami Local Office Certification" form? YES or NO? The City of Miami Local Office Certification form is located within the Oracle Sourcing System, ("iSupplier"), under the Header/Notes and Attachment Section of this solicitation. Page 4 of 35 VICTOR H. DE YURRE 6780 Coral Way MIAMI, FLORIDA 33155 (305)373-9194 PHONE (305)373-1164 FAX deyurre ciaol.com Victor H. De Yurre has been an attorney in Florida for 40 years, During the initial 10 years the practice consisted of litigation and general representation. The subsequent 30 years encompassed more of a real estate and commercial practice. Victor served as a City of Miami Commissioner and Vice Mayor from 1987-1995. As part of his service on the City Commission he also served as Chairman of the Miami Sports and Exhibition Authority. This Authority owned and operated the Miami Arena. As a government representative Victor was instrumental in bringing to Miami the Florida Marlins, as well as, the Florida Panthers. Furthering his belief in equal representation. He was a plaintiff in law suits filed in the early 1990's against the Dade County Government and the Dade County School Board which forced these entities to change the form of government from an at large elective office to districts, ensuring that there would exist equality. Aside from his law practice, Victor is presently a Traffic Court Hearing Officer in the Miami -Dade County Court, a Code Enforcement Special Master in the City of Miami, the Code Enforcement Magistrate in the City of Doral, as well as, a Certified Mediator. EDUCATION Bachelor Business Adminstration (accounting) from the University of Miami, 1974 (B.B.A.) Juris Doctor from Saint Mary's University School of Law, San Antonio, Texas, 1976 P.D.) Master of Laws in Taxation from the University of Miami School of Law, 1978 (LL.M.) PROFESSIONAL (present or prior member) American Bar Association Cuban American Bar Association American Trial Lawyers Association Interamerican Bar Association Florida Bar Association Unites States Tax Court United States District Court, Southern District Florida Delta Theta Phi Law Fraternity CIVIC (present or prior member) City of Miami Commissioner and Vice Mayor (1987-1995) Member of the City of Miami Zoning Board. Chairman of Dade County Personal Advisory Board. Chairman of the Hispanic Advisory Committee to the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles of the State of Florida. Member of the City of Miami's East Little Havana Task Force. United Way Volunteer. Charter Member and Treasurer of the Miami Flagami Optimist Club, Member of the Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce. Vice -President of the Interamerican Chamber of Commerce of Greater Miami. WRHC Radio talk show host, as a public service dealing with topics of interest to the community. 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City ' City Name ..Find names that sound like the entered names Eligible lawyers only -„Include deceased lawyers + hiiore options showing 1 result View in new tail Victor De Yurre Member in Good Standing Bar Number: r238g5 Mail Address: Email Personal Bar URL: vCa rd: County: CirCrsih Admitted: L,:nv `_:.::cis yr : <,tor De '• _, a Ocral':t+a- rtaera PL33?55..?.2 S:31es '=as_ 3e5-373-I ` i4 www.`urldaaar.c rg: my be:;: ruiile225d83 10-Year Discipline History: None Law School: Meow, Events Publications Da,lypie:1s 3trmary rIe HDFICa 3ar �tiaas '^.e ='onca 3ar JBr:rdl ?i St. Flay LUnlaerst'$.i::of•]t LF:V, '9?3 For the Public Utfl:r-.y •� DD sr:sane Censu:cer;^tnnratroo Member Services Search by Sar number only produces results that are an exact match with the numee,r provided. Clear Results Eligible to Practice Law in Florida DireCtOrie5 A :conr:ri;JR uSe Cotnntie+. Legal: Research 8 Professionalism Ellis S, .pia^s Z'eglea:ang 're Safi .a;ccase:_ey-u a_saar httpl/www.flor idabar.orgiwps/portal/flbar ihome/di rectories/ M BR/!ut/p/z 1ijY_LD olw EEU_ciTN N EVhOx M YC pRoeojem K9J EwYXx-y W N Gxegdzr JOZI7m W U 9s... 1/2 Local Business Tax Receipt Miami —Dade County, State of Florida —THIS IS NOT A BILL_ — DO NOT PA r 636028 BUSINESS NAME/LOCATIO V DE YURRE \ACTOR H 6780 CORAL WAY NEAM1 FL 33155 OWNER DE YURRP VICTOR H RECEIPT NO. RENEWAL 636028 .SEC. TYPE OF BUSINESS 212 ATTORNEY FB228885 LBT EXPIRES. SEPTEMBER 30, 2017 Must be displayed at place of business Pura ant to County Code Char ter BA — Art. 9 & 10 PAYMENT RF?CE3VEO BY TAX COLLECTOR $121.00 10/21/2016 FPPU03-17-000633 This Local Business Tax Receipt only confirms payment of the Local Business Tax. The Receipt is not a license, permit, or a certification of the bolder s qualifications, to do business. Helder must comply with any governmental or nongovernmental reg tlatory laws and requirements which apply to the business. The RECEIPT NO. shove must he displayed on all commercial vehicles — Miami—Dade':ode Sec Be-276. c .�infnrmatian, visit www.atiamidade.govltexcalfector October 9, 2012 To whom it may concern: This is to certify that I have known Victor DeYurre in a variety of capacities for approximately two years. Mr. DeYurre was selected to become part of our Civil Traffic Hearing Officer Program under The Administrative Office of the Courts, in the Traffic Division. The Hearing Officers collectively preside over one million infraction cases a year. Being an administrator in County Court Operations for over 20 years, I have worked with every Hearing Officer that has been appointed. 1 believe that to be a good public servant, one must demonstrate qualities such as perseverance; compassion, knowledge, leadership, professionalism, all which Mr. DeYurre posses. From day one, Mr. DeYurre has been an incredible asset to the bench. 'Though he is determined,_ he is always approachable and friendly. hIr. DeYurre takes the time to not only get to know the staff; but is there to help whoever needs it. Because of his wonderful temperament, he listens patiently and acts fairly to all who come before himn. Alongside his successful career, what I like most about Mr. DeYurre is that he cares so much for Miami -Dade and is always a source of wisdom. His knowledge and application of the law makes him one of the best Hearing Officers I have worked with. It is because of the above statements that I wholeheartedly recommend Victor DeYurre for Special Master in the City of Miami. Supervisor County Court Operations 1351.N'W 12. St Rm. 8300a 305-548:-5334 ,IruL2ANJ. RomGu z, �. . CzicrineD PUBLIC ACCOUNTANT I*ruor L RonR1GVU, CPA OVA VuuvtmvO°, CPA Tarr-rarill-r2 F. Ft+Ei,t , CPA PC RIOA. M. Meths, CPA MomCUE FERNANzn E, CPA October 9, 2012 To 'Whom It May Concern Dear Sir or Madam: kfil aEF. Al 2/CAN INSTITUFE or Germ Puauc Accoiumurrrs Fronm.. INsrmns OF C uTTrED PuaLIG Accourrrnrr; s This letter will serve as my professional reference of Victor 1-I..De Yam; Esquire. I have known Mr. De Yurre for over forty years personally and I have been his Company's CPA for nearly ten years. In my paifessianal dealings with. hirr, I have always found Mr. De Yurre to be an outstanding individual; have a strong dedication to servicing his business clientele, and an industrious determination to progress and treat others with a sense of fair play. He is a well-known and respected attorney. It is for these reasons that I hereby recommend Mr. Victor H. De Yuzze for a position as a Special Master in the City of Miami without any reservation. 95 me icx War •krrE 250 • CcRAL GA3LPs, FL 33134 • TELEPHONE: (3Q5) 4454777 • FAcsr ru.s: (305) 446j8576 Odalys Delgado 230 S.W.:62 Avrteue kfami, Florida 33144 305,562.0449 TO WHOM fT MAY CONCERN: This is to sedfy that i have known VICTOR DE YURRE, ESQ., on a professional and personal capacity for over twenty one years. 1 met Mr. De Yuan during my tenure as Chief of Staff to the Mayor of Miami, Xavier L Suarez Mr, De Yurre was a City Commissioner who served his community in a pmfessional and knowledgeable manner. He is aiway�s very rra1d mannered, corrpassionate and fair in his dales as a Hearing Officer in the Miami Dade County Courtsystem. In these twenty one years, l have !mown hire to be a caring; and giving individual bit most importantly ore to make far and ratoral decisions. He has a great knowledge of the law and he would:be a. great asset to the:City of Miami in. his capacity as: Special Master:• reasons. that 1 hereby recornmend VICTOR DE .YUJRRE, ESQ., for the position *of Special City of Miarni! Johnson, Charles From: deyurre@aol.com Sent: Wednesday, December 28, 2016 9:25 AM To: Johnson, Charles Subject: Re: RFQ 584381, Special Master Services - Additional Information Needed Attachments: City of Miami RFQ.pdf Per your request. piease, see attached. Thank You Victor H. De Yurre. Esq. 6780 Coral Way Miami, Florida 33155 Ph 305 373 9194 Fax 305 373 1164 Cell 305 632 3682 Email deyurre'@aol.corn Original Message From: Johnson, Charles <CJohnson@miamigov.com> To: VDY <deyurre@aol.com> Sent: Fri, Dec 23, 2016 1:05 pm Subject: RFQ 584331. Special Master Services - Additional Information Needed Mr. De Yurre, Please see the attached letter regarding RFQ 534381. Best, Charles Johnson, III, MBA Senior Procurement Contracting Officer City of Miami — Procurement Dept. Phone: (305) 416-1924 Fax: (305) 400-5373 cjohnson@miamigov.com "Set-614, l',n11anuii , and TransfOrming our Community" CONFIDENTIAL COMMUNICATION The information contained in this transmission may contain privileged and confidential information. It is intended only for the use of the person(s) named above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any review, dissemination, distribution, or duplication of this communication is strictly prohibited. If you are not the intended recipient, please immediately contact the sender by reply e-mail and destroy all copies of the original message. Thank you. 'Please Note: Due to Florida's very broad public records law. most written communications to or from City of Miami employees regarding City business are public records, available to the public and media upon request. Therefore, this e-mail communication may be subject to public disclosure. 1 City of Miami Request for Qualifications (RFC)) Procuraarint Depertrnant Miami Riverside Center 444 SW 2^a,venue, 6m Fear Miami. F!orida 33130 'Oren Site AdIre53 n�''N :"^farlg^LL::nrivr)Cl:r'r er'I RFQSiumber: Title: Issue Date/Time: RFQClosing Date,Time: Pre-Bid,'Pre-Proposal Con ference; Pre-Rid,Pre-Proposal Dater'Time: Pre-Sid,Pre-Proposal Location: Deadline for Request for Clarification: Contracting Officer: Hard Copy Submittal Location: Contracting Officer E-Mail Address: Contracting Officer Facsimile: 58-1381,1 Request for Qualifications for Special Master Services 08--N O V-2016 12-DEC-2016'a 14:0000 None ' etinesday, November30, 2016 at 12:00 PM Johnson, Charles Cit) of Miami - City Clerk 3500 Pan American Drive Miami FL 33133 CS Gob a son%;miamigo",com 305-.400-5373 Page f or35 Certification Statement Please quote on this form, if applicable, net prices for the item(s) listed. Freturn signed original and retain a copy for your files. Prices should include all costs, including transpo'tation to destination. The City reserves the right to accept or reject all or any part of this submission. Prices should be firm for a minimum of 180 days following the time set for closing of the submissions. In the event of errors in extension of totals, the unit prices shall govern in determining the quoted prices.. We (1) certify that we have read your solicitation, completed the necessary documents, and propose to furnish and deliver, F.O.B. DESTINATION, the items or services specified terein. The undersigned hereby certifies that neither the contractual party nor any of its principal owners or personnel have been convicted of any of the violations. or debarred or suspended as set in section 18-107 or Ordinance No. 12271 All exceptions to this submission have been documented in the section below (refer to paragraph and section). EXCEPTIONS_ We (I) certify that any and all it formation contained in this submission is trte ; and we (1) further certify that this submission is made without prior understanding, agreement. or connection with any corporation, firm, or person submitting a submission for the same materials, supplies, equipment, or service, and is in all respects fair and without collusion or fraud. We (I) agree to abide by all terms and conditions of this solicitation and certify that I am authorized to sign this submission for the submitter. Please print the following and sign your name: PROPOSER NAME: ADDRESS: C PHONE: (°C ) 373 EMAIL: e u r re,( P l_ - COMA SIGNED BY: TITLE: I L /J FAX: —.1.1i114 -3313.--- ocu, (30) 373 - ,(Optionat): C3cc L- 3 6 2? D t2\�\C R i�E: FAILURE T() CO, PI ETE. SLCi,'4.,tND RE Ti ✓RXIU1S FORVt SHS1 DUPUALIFY HIS RESPONSE, Page 2 of 35 ('ertificattons Legal Name of Firm: !��// i i } L4.4,3 l�.C-6((.� 6*C [iCTUY f ►�C ProposeT's Federal Employer Identification Number(FEIN) - 25 12_6 ------------------------------- Entity Type: Partnership, Sole P-oprictorsh€p. Corporation, etc. Year Established: l 7 Office Location: City of Miami, Miami -1 )adc (ou€ ty. 1Nr ()thcr Business Ta;c Receipt Number.'Occupationai [ icense Number: r 1Nti€ 6 ►� c��f, C� Business Tax Receipt Issuing A,4ency'<hcupatiNmat License Issuing Agency k1 ( 4114,1 Ir1i' O n Business Tax Receipt Expiration Date:()ccupational License Expiration Date: Please list and acknowledge all addendum addenda received. List the addendum/addenda number and date of receipt (i.e. Addendum `io I . 7 ) I I no addendum:addenda wa,lwere issued., please insert N/A. 611)161k)>" it 1tikik 44ii \ -4 2 I % f sit` Reference No. 1: Name of Company/Agenc), for which Proposer is currently providing the services as described in this solicitation, or iias provided such services in the past: C_' E i v C E M t vtv & Reference No. 1: Address, City. State, and tip for above referenced company (agency listed: Reference No. I : Name of Contact PeNon and Telephone Number for ahoy e referenced No. 1 1 Es5 e GPrPo Reference No. 1: Date of Contract for above referenced No. 1. Page 3 of 35 Reference No. 2: Name °FCompany/Agency for which Proposer is currently providing the services as described in this solicitation, or has provided such services in the past c [ (7f M/ Reference No_ 2: Address, City. State, and /ip for above referenced company"agency ErstF.d. Reference No. 2: Name of Contact Person and 1 elephone Number for above referenced No. 2. Reference No. 2: Date ofContr2 ct: for above referenced No. 2. (Z 2,e) 17 Reference No. 3: Name of Company/Agency for which Proposer is currently providing the services as described in this solicitation, or has provided such services in the past: Reference No. 3: Address., City State, and /. p for above referenced company'agency listed: 41k Avki / /f#?` ff 4�L 33 Reference No. 3: Name of Contact Person and l elephorte Number for above referenced No. 3, vC ro i rn=-Y1Dc L, &- Reference No. 3: Date of Contract for above referenced No. t �L 2'17 Has Proposer reviewed the atra,:ied Sample Professional Services Agreerneent (PSA)? 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Alfonso, City Manager "Contractor" By: V [ Cp'e bar yr/ Juiv, E 1 Print Name: Title: (Au icer) APPROVED AS TO LEGAL FORM APPROVED AS TO INSURANCE AND CORRECTNESS: Victoria Mendez REQUIREMENTS: Ann -Marie Sharpe City Attorney Risk Management Director 17 Cover Page Dawn Grace -Jones, P.A. Contact — Dawn Grace -Jones, Esquire 3943 W Lake Estates Drive, Davie, Florida 33328 Telephone Number 754-245-3409 Fax 954-919-6334 Email — dawngracejones@gmail.com Title: Request for Qualifications for Special Master Services RFQ Number: 584381,2 Federal Employer Identification Number: 27-1672390 1 Table of Contents Cover Page Page 1 Table of Contents Page 2 Executive Summary Page(s)3, 4 Comparables Page 5 Certification Statement Page(s)6, 7, 8 Reference Letters (attached) Page 9 2 Executive Summary Please accept my narrative explaining my qualifications for the position as Special Master serving the City of Miami. Kindly note that I have been a member of the Florida Bar in good standing since 1991. Since that time my experiences have included being an Assistant City Attorney for the Office of the City Attorney, City of Miami. Code enforcement, Red Light Camera, False Alarm and Value Adjustment Board cases are matters that I have covered as a Special Master/Special Magistrate for many years now. I have had the privilege of serving as Special Master for the City of Miami Gardens where I have learned the rules and regulations related to red light camera, code enforcement and false alarm cases and I have conducted the hearings by examining the code enforcement officer or police officer and the property owner's or vehicle registered owner and by weighing evidence, determining credibility and applying proper laws. Finally, I make a fair, unbiased, impartial decisions on the issue. Code Enforcement: These hearings are conducted to give the alleged violator the opportunity to contest the decision of the Code Enforcement Officer. The findings of fact are whether the alleged violation occurred and if so, whether the named person in the notice can be held responsible for that violation. If I find competent substantial evidence that the named violator was responsible, I then affirm the decision of the code inspector. The order is then rendered with the amount of the civil penalty, the administrative costs and the date by which the violation must be corrected. In addition to these hearings, I also hear Massey Hearings. These are hearings to determine whether there was due process/notice when they appealed the fine. Question: Did the City properly serve the person with notice of violation? If there was no procedural due process, I can hear new evidence. Otherwise, a hearing with respect to evidence was previously held or the owner/violator waived the right to that hearing by failing to appeal the fine. If there was due process, the City is entitled to confirmation of the fine. False Alarm: These cases are to determine whether the fines given to proper owners were properly imposed or if they should he overturned based on whether the officer responded to an emergency at the location or whether the alarm was a false alarm which has fines attached based on other evidence e.g. the number of times the alarms has sounded causing police response, whether the system is registered, etc. Red Light Camera: Under Florida Statute 316.0083 Mark Wandall Traffic Safety Program. As the special master, I explain that the City has authority in accordance with Section 316.008 and Section 316.0083 of the Florida Statutes to utilize traffic infraction cameras to regulate violations when a driver fails to stop at a traffic signal. 1 further explain the purpose of the hearing is to give the alleged violator the opportunity to be heard as they have filed an appeal related to the violation they received. As a part of this hearing I explain the five statutory defenses and the fine and administrative fee. There is other important information that I give and finally I make sure that all understand that they have the right to appeal my decision to the Circuit Court of Miami Dade County. I conduct the hearing by taking testimony and evidence from other sides including the alleged driver, as well as, the City (police office/City Attorney's Office) while keeping control over the proceedings. The decision is fair, unbiased and in line with the Florida Statutes and current case law. Either I uphold the violation or I dismiss the matter. Value Adjustment Board of Broward County: Special Magistrate. Property Appraiser and Tax Collector Cases- provides service as a hearing officer hearing matters in response to the petition filed by the property owner involving, but not limited to, classification, homestead exemption, substantial 3 completion, etc. Tasks involves hearing case, determining fact, research and applying appropriate law in rendering a decision to either uphold the property appraiser's denial or overturning their decision. Standard used is preponderance of the evidence. As a hearing officer, I can conduct hearings, call a hearing to order and move the hearing through the agenda covering special business and announcements, hear all cases on the agenda for that day, and provide a decision accordingly. Each experience that I have had over the years has required me to take testimony, examine witnesses, issue findings of fact based on the evidence presented (all made part of the record as appropriate) and provide conclusions of law. The orders I have given has rendered proper relief consistent with the powers given in my capacity as hearing officer. All my decisions have been issued timely. In preparation for hearings, I review all necessary materials including the agenda and ensure that I am current with the rules/laws that apply and there are no conflicts. This includes ordinances, City codes and Florida Statutes as applicable. I'm a fair, impartial, unbiased hearing officer who knows how to weigh what is presented to determine whether a violation exists. Alt hearing officer/Special Masters functions are skills that I possess and have been applying over several years now. Kindly note that I understand the importance of providing quick response to the call to provide service as a Special Master and I am able and willing to provide same. Having served as Special Master, I understand that these hearing as a part of due process to the alleged violator and it is important that hearings are conducted as noticed and/or within the time allocated by the applicable rule. Selection of this proposer would not result in conflict of interest now nor in the future. There have been no exceptions taken to this solicitation. Other related work: My collective experiences hearing cases and rendering decisions while applying the applicable standard weighing evidence has all developed me into a hearing officer with the ability to compassionately, effectively move a calendar along with a fair decision which is substantiated by law. Being a mediator of many years has also been quite helpful in people skills, keeping order, considering all aspects of the facts and looking at cases objectively. In addition to the above clients, I also hear impoundment cases for the City of Hallandale Beach where I again apply standards/laws to credible facts (evidence both testimonial and documentary). This experience also has helped me to become a better hearing officer. The diverse matters that I have heard over the years has been a real asset in my skillset. Community Service: Providing community service in Miami -Dade and Broward Counties has been an honor and joy to me for several years as I have and continue to provide pro bono legal services, citizenship drives, medical counseling and information where I use my medical training. This includes screenings for hypertension and diabetes by way of health fairs and back to school drives and Habitat for Humanity homeowners. 1 actively walk to raise money for cancer and other diseases. One of the most rewarding activities are those where I help raise money for cancer research with the goal of a cure. Kindly note that I am not involved in any litigation which may affect my performance as a hearing officer for the City of Miami serving as a Special Master under RFQ 584381,2. Respectf ubmitted, 4 Dawn Grace -Jones, Esquire December 9, 2016 Comparable Contracts Client: City of Miami Gardens Description: Red Light Camera, Code Enforcement, False Alarm Cases- serve as Special Master Contact Person and Phone Number: Sonja Dickens, City Attorney 305.914.9010 ext 2810 Contract Duration/ Type: Contract start June 2013, Government — City Service. Service: Rendering decisions as a Special Master. Knowledge of rules and laws related to areas. Client: Broward Value Adjustment Board Description: Property Appraiser/Tax Collector -Value/Tax Exemption — serve as Special Magistrate Contact Person and Phone Number: Madeline Ayala, VAB Supervisor 954.357.5961 Contract Duration/Type: Contract start October 2011. Government — Department of Revenue, Service: Rendering decisions as a Special Magistrate. Knowledge of rules and laws related to areas. Client: Better Business Bureau Description: Florida Lemon Law —serve as an Arbitrator Contact Person and Phone Number: Mayling Seoane, BBB Administrator 305.827.5363 Contract Duration/Type: Contract start September 2007. Not for Profit. Services: Rendering decisions as an Arbitrator. Knowledge of Florida Lemon Law. 5 Certification Statement Please quote on this form, if applicable, net prices for the item(s) listed. Return signed original and retain a copy for your files. Prices should include all costs, including transportation to destination. The City reserves the right to accept or reject all or any part of this submission. Prices should be firm for a minimum of 180 days following the time set for closing of the submissions. In the event of errors in extension of totals, the unit prices shall govern in determining the quoted prices. We (I) certify that we have read your solicitation, completed the necessary documents, and propose to furnish and deliver, F.O.B. DESTINATION, the items or services specified herein. The undersigned hereby certifies that neither the contractual party nor any of its principal owners or personnel have been convicted of any of the violations, or debarred or suspended as set in section 18-107 or Ordinance No. 12271. All exceptions to this submission have been documented in the section below (refer to paragraph and section). EXCEPTIONS: None noted We (I) certify that any and all information contained in this submission is true; and we (I) further certify that this submission is made without prior understanding, agreement, or connection with any corporation, firm, or person submitting a submission for the same materials, supplies, equipment, or service, and is in all respects fair and without collusion or fraud. We (I) agree to abide by ail terms and conditions of this solicitation and certify that i am authorized to sign this submission for the submitter. Please print the following and sign your name: PROPOSER NAME: Dawn Grace -Jones, Esquire Firm: Dawn Grace -Jones, P.A. ADDRESS: 3943 W Lake Estates Drive, Davie, Florida 33328 PHONE: (754) 245-3409 FAX: (954) 919-6334 EMAIL: dawngracejones@gmail.com CELL: (754) 245-3409 SIGNED BY: TITLE: Owner/President DATE: December 9, 2016 FAILURE TO COMPLETE, SIGN, AND RETURN THIS FORM SHALL DISQUALIFY THIS RESPONSE. 6 Certifications Legal Name of Firm: Dawn Grace -Jones, P.A. Proposer's Federal Employer Identification Number (FEIN): 27-1672390 Entity Type: Partnership, Sole Proprietorship, Corporation, etc.: Professional Association Year Established: 1991 Office Location: City of Miami, Miami -Dade County, or Other Broward County Business Tax Receipt Number/Occupational License Number: 100-62499 and 377-262500 Business Tax Receipt Issuing Agency/Occupational License Issuing Agency: Broward County Business Tax Receipt Expiration Date/Occupational License Expiration Date: September 17, 2017 Please list and acknowledge all addendum/addenda received. List the addendum/addenda number and date of receipt (i.e. Addendum No. 1, 7/1/07). If no addendum/addenda was/were issued, please insert N/A: N/A Reference No. 1: Name of Company/Agency for which Proposer is currently providing the services as described in this solicitation, or has provided such services in the past: City of Miami Gardens Reference No. 1: Address, City, State, and Zip for above referenced company/agency listed: 18605 N.W. 27th Avenue, Miami Gardens, FL 33056 Reference No. 1: Name of Contact Person and Telephone Number for above referenced No. 1 Sonja Dickens, City Attorney (305) 914-9010 ext 2810 Reference No. 1: Date of Contract for above referenced No. 1. 7 June 2013 Services: Special Master— Red Light Camera, Code Enforcement and False Alarrn Reference No. 2: Name of Company/Agency for which Proposer is currently providing the services as described in this solicitation, or has provided such services in the past: Broward Value Adjustment Board Reference No. 2: Address, City, State, and Zip for above referenced company/agency listed: 115 5. Andrews Avenue, Suite 120, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301 Reference No. 2: Name of Contact Person and Telephone Number for above referenced No. 2. Madeline Ayala, VAB Supervisor (954) 357-5961 Reference No. 2: Date of Contract for above referenced No. 2. October 2011 Services: Special Magistrate — Property Appraiser and Tax Collector Reference No. 3: Name of Company/Agency for which Proposer is currently providing the services as described in this solicitation, or has provided such services in the past: Better Business Bureau Reference No. 3: Address, City, State, and Zip for above referenced company/agency listed: 14750 N.W. 77rh Court, Suite 317, Miami Lakes, FL 33016 Reference No. 3: Name of Contact Person and Telephone Number for above referenced No. 3. Mayling Seoane, Regional Manager/Auto Line Director (305) 827-53633 Reference No. 3: Date of Contract for above referenced No. 3. September 2007 Services: Arbitrator - Lemon Law Has Proposer reviewed the attached Sample Professional Services Agreement (PSA)? Yes. Does Proposer acknowledge that the attached PSA is an example of the standard Agreement used in conjunction with the services related to this solicitation and may be amended in the City's best interest? I acknowledge that the PSA is what is used in conjunction with the services related to this solicitation and may be amended in the City's best interest. If proposer has a local office, as defined under Chapter 18/Article 111, Section 18-73 of the City Code, has Proposer filled out, notarized, and included with its proposal, the "City of Miami Local Office Certification" form? YES or NO? The City of Miami Local Office Certification form is located within the Oracle Sourcing System, ("iSuppiier"), under the Header/Notes and Attachment Section of this solicitation. According to Addendum 2, Local Preference, does not apply to this RFQ. 8 Reference Letters BRWARD COUNTY F L ORIDA Finance and Administrative Services Department VALUE ADJUSTMENT BOARD 115 S. Andrews Avenue. Room 120 • Fort Lauderdale. Florida 33301 • 954-357-7205 • FAX 954-357-5573 • www.breward.orgrfinance/vab. December 2, 2016 To Whom It May Concern: Dawn is highly self -motivated and well capable of achieving any goal she sets her mind to. She is responsible in that she hears cases and ensures that proper laws are applied to the facts. She completes her agenda/calendar and does not hurry out of proceedings. She is a professional and has never had her decision questioned and she is great at writing timely orders. When presiding over hearings, she commands control and maintains an environment that fosters fairness and appropriateness. I am pleased to add that Dawn has worked with us for several years because we know that she does the job well and helps to promote our professional objective image. As a part of the government, we understand that tax payers deserve a fair, impartial hearing and Dawn delivers just that in her honesty and integrity. I have no doubt that Dawn will be a valuable asset to you and I give my highest recommendation. If I can provide any further assistance, do not hesitate me. Sincerely, Madeline Ayala -Rivera Administrative Coordinator Broward Courity Bo of County Commissioners Mark D Bogen • Beam Furr • Steve Geller • Dale V,C. Hotness • chipMarta • Nan H. Rich • Tim Ryan • Barbara Sharief • Michael Udine wrVw d Org _. Southeast Florida ana the Caribbean BBB bbb.org November 30, 2016 To Whom it May Concern: It's with great proud to explained who I am: My name is Mayling Seoane, I'm the Regional Manager/Auto Line Director for the Better Business Bureau Serving S.E. FI. & the Caribbean for 31 years. It is with great pleasure to provide this letter of recommendation for Mrs. Dawn Grace -Jones, Esquire. I know Dawn for more than a decade and I can attest to her strength of character and compassion for others. She will make a good fit in her next career" I would explain why: Her ability to handle cases, her ability to be stern and compassionate at the same time, ability to maintain control of the room (hearings), give both parties the opportunity to explained their problems, while she ask the right questions to have a better view of the problem or problems, that will assist her in to be more subjected and fair when writing her decisions. Ability to respond to call in for hearings on off a set calendar" In addition: Dawn provides a great talent on our team of arbitrators, she has commitment to be one of the best in our organization. I have no doubt that she will make an excellent addition to you. Thanks for your time. 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SALTERS Notary Public, State of Florida Comrnissionit FF 58218 My eernm: gxpirns Sept 56, 2()17 "City" By: CITY OF MIAMI, a municipal corporation Daniel J. Alfonso, City Manager "Cont ctor" Print ame:t--,,. Title:���, (Authorized Corporate Officer) APPROVED AS TO LEGAL FORM APPROVED AS TO INSURANCE AND CORRECTNESS: REQUIREMENTS: Victoria Mendez Ann -Marie Sharpe City Attorney Risk Management Director 17 RESPONSE TO: THE CITY OF MIAMI RFQ NUMBER 584381,2 SUBMITTED ON: December 6, 2016 SUBMITTED BY: Darcee S. Siegel, Esquire Attorney at Law Civil Court Mediator Florida Supreme Court Certified 169 Camden Drive Bal Harbour, Florida 33154 Telephone: (305) 409-9670 (cell) (305) 864-3740 (facsimile) E-mail Address: darcee.siegel@a,gmail. com Darcee S. Siegel, Esquire Attorney at Law Civil Court Mediator Florida Supreme Court Certified 169 Camden Drive 13a1 Harbour, Florida 33154 Telephone: (305) 409-9670 (cell) (305) 864-3740 (facsimile) E-mail Address: darcee_sieje ,c jimaiLcam December 6, 2016 HAND -DELIVERED Todd B. Hannon, City Clerk City of Miami 3500 Pan American Drive Miami, Florida 33133 RE: Response to Request for Qualifications for Special Master Services/ RFQ Number 584381,2 Dear Mr. Harmon, Please accept the following (one original, 5 copies and an electronic copy/flash drive) as submission and response to the Request for Qualifications for Special Master Services for RFQ Number 584381,2. The information as required in the Cover Page outlined in the RFQ is stated on the letterhead above. My social security number is XXX-XX-6054. The entire social security number has been previously supplied to the City and is currently on file. I have served the City of Miami as a Special Master for many years and I hope to continue to do so in the future. Thank you in advance for consideration of my response to the RFQ for Special Master Services. Sincerely, Darcee S. Siegel, Esquire Attorney at Law Civil Court Mediator Florida Supreme Court Certified 2. TABLE OF CONTENTS Page I. Cover Page 1 II. Letter of Interest 2 M. Table of Contents 3 IV. Certification Statement 4-6 V. Executive Summary 7-8 VI. Proposer Information 9 A. Minimum Qualification Requirements 10-12 B. Proposer's Experience and Past Performance 13-14 C. Technical Information 15 3 Certification Statement Please quote on this form, if applicable, net prices for the item(s) listed. Return signed original and retain a copy for your files. Prices should include all costs, including transportation to destination. The City reserves the right to accept or reject all or any part of this submission. Prices should be firm for a minimum of 180 days following the time set for closing of the submissions. In the event of errors in extension of totals, the unit prices shall govern in determining the quoted prices. We (1) certify that we have read your solicitation, completed the necessary documents, and propose to furnish and deliver, F.O.B. DESTINATION, the items or services specified herein. The undersigned hereby certifies that neither the contractual party nor any of its principal owners or personnel have been convicted of any of the violations, or debarred or suspended as set in section 18-107 or Ordinance No. 12271. All exceptions to this submission have been documented in the section below (refer to paragraph and section). EXCEPTIONS: We (1) certify that any and all information contained in this submission is true; and we (1) further certify that this submission is made without prior understanding, agreement, or connection with any corporation, firm, or person submitting a submission for the came materials, supplies, equipment, or service, and is in all respects fair and without collusion or fraud. We (I) agree to abide by all terms and conditions of this solicitation and certify that 1 am authorized to sign this submission for the submitter. Please print the following and sign your name: PROPOSER NAME• DARCEE S. SIEGEL, ESQUIRE ADDRESS: 169 CAMDEN DRIVE, BAL HARBOUR, FLORIDA 33154 PHONE: (305) 409-9670 EMAIL,: darcee.siegel@gmail.com SIGNED BY• ��-----�� TITLE: ATTORNEY AT LAW FAX- (305) 864-3740 CELL(Optional)• DATE. DECEMBER 6, 2016 FAILURE TO COMPLETE, SIGN. AND RETURN "PHIS FORM SHALT. DISQUALIFY THIS RESPONSE. 4 Certifications Legal Name of Firm: DARCEE S. SIEGEL, ESQUIRE Proposer's Federal Employer Identification Number (FEIN) / social security number XXX-XX-6054 Entity Type: Partnership, Sole Proprietorship,_ Corporation. etc. SOLE PROPRIETORSHIP Year Established: 1987 Office Location_ City of Miami, Miami -Dade County, or Other OTHER Business Tax Receipt Number/Occupational License Number: N/A Business Tax Receipt Issuing Agency/Occupational License Issuing Agency: N/A Business Tax Receipt Expiration Date/Occupational License Expiration Date: N/A Please list and acknowledge a 1 addendum/addenda received. List the addendum/addenda number and date of receipt (i.e. Addendum No. 1, 7/t!07). lino addendum/addenda wasiwere issued, please inner: NIA. ADDENDUM NO.1 AND 2, 12/1/16 Reference No. 1: Name of Company/Agency for which Proposer is currently providing the services as described in this solicitation, or has provided such services in the past: CITY OF MIAMI Reference No. 1: Address, City, State, and Zip for above referenced company/agency listed: 444 SW 2nd AVENUE, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33130 Reference No. 1: Name of Contact Person and Telephone Number for above referenced No. 1 BEATRIZ ALVAREZ (305) 416-2030 and RACHEL DOOLEY (305)416-1800 Reference No. 1: Date of Contract for above referenced No. I. 2007- Present Reference No. 2: Name of Company/Agency for which Proposer is currently providing the services as described in this solicitation, or has provided such services in the past CITY OF SUNNY ISLES BEACH Reference No. 2: Address, City, State, and Zip for above referenced company/agency listed: 18070 COLLINS AVENUE, SUNNY ISLES BEACH, FLORIDA 33160 Reference No. 2: Name of Contact Person and Telephone Number for above referenced No. 2_ JANE A. HINES, CITY CLERK (305) 792-1703 Reference No. 2: Date of Contract for above referenced No. 2. 2002-2007 ? Reference No. 3: Name of Company/Agency for which Proposer is currently providing the services as described in this solicitation, or has provided such services in the past: VILLAGE OF BAL HARBOUR Reference No. 3: Address, City, State, and Zip for above referenced company/agency listed: 655 96th STREET, BAL HARBOUR, FLORIDA 33154 Reference No. 3: Name of Contact Person and Telephone Number for above referenced No_ 3 CITY CLERK (305) 866-4633 Reference No. 3: Date of Contract for above referenced No. 3_ 1996 - 2002 ? Has Proposer reviewed the attached Sample Professional Services Agreement (PSA)? YES Does Proposer acknowledge that the attached PSA is an example of the standard Agreement used in conjunction with the services related to this solicitation and may be amended in the City's best interest? YES If proposer bas a Iocal office, as defined under Chapter 18/Article 111, Section 18-73 of the City Code, has Proposer filled out, notarized, and included with its proposal, the "City of Miami Local Office Certification" form? YES or NO? The City of Miami Local Office Certification form is located within the Oracle Sourcing System, ("iSupplier"), under the Header/Notes and Attachment Section of this solicitation. N/A Darcee S. Siegel, Esquire Attorney at Law Civil Court Mediator Florida Supreme Court Certified 169 Camden Drive Bal Harbour, Florida 33154 Telephone: (305) 409-9670 (cell) (305) 864-3740 (facsimile) E-mail Address: darcee.siegel@gmaiL cam Executive Summary Darcee S. Siegel has served in the public sector for her entire 30-year legal career. She began her legal career with the City of Miami Law Department and then became an Assistant City Attorney for the City of Hollywood and then the City of North Miami Beach and was eventually appointed to become the North Miami Beach City Attorney. As the City Attorney of North Miami Beach, she holds the distinct honor of being the first female city attorney since the City's 1946 incorporation. She has been recognized for many years as a leading Municipal attorney in South Florida. She is the recipient of the Miami -Dade County League of Cities President's Municipal Service Award for her outstanding service and leadership in municipal Iaw. She takes pride in having an outstanding reputation for civic pride, interest, responsibility, business and professional ability. Ms. Siegel has a vast amount of experience in relation to serving as a Special Master. She began serving as a Special Master in the 1990s when she was appointed by Mayor and Village Council for the Village of Bat Harbour. She heard code enforcement violations/citations based on the Village Code. She rendered both oral and written orders on hundreds of cases presented before her. She presided over primarily residential violations. She served in that capacity for approximately 6 years until she was appointed by the Mayor and City Commission as a Special Master for the City of Sunny Isles Beach. As a Special Master for the City of Sunny Isles Beach, Ms. Siegel presided over residential and commercial matters. She ruled on hundreds of zoning and building violations. She served in that position for approximately 5 years until she was appointed by Mayor and City Commission of the City of Miami to serve as a Special Master. She began her service with the City of Miami in 2007 and continues to serve as a Special Master for the City today. As a Special Master for the City of Miami for the past 10 years, Ms. Siegel has ruled on thousands of City code violations involving building, zoning, life and safety violations in both the residential and commercial arenas. Ms. Siegel has also served as a Special Master for the City of Miami's Sanitation/Public Works Department and is quite familiar with the City's ticketing system and violations associated therein. While Ms. Siegel has not had the opportunity to hear Red Light Camera violation cases, she is extremely familiar with the program and the process of the program. As City Attorney for the City of North Miami Beach, she negotiated the contract between the City and the Red -Light Camera vendor and attended numerous workshops on the subject and the process. Her staff prosecuted the violations and was constantly kept apprised of the proceedings. For the past 30 years, Ms. Siegel has rendered numerous legal opinions to elected officials on municipal law. She has drafted hundreds of Resolutions and Ordinances for many cities in the South Florida area including the cities that employed her as well as the cities where she served as Chair for the Miami -Dade League of Cities City Attorneys' Committee. She has presented numerous Continuing Legal Education programs involving cutting edge municipal law subjects. Ms. Siegel understands and will accept any cases including without limitation protests arising under the City of Miami Procurement Ordinance. She works well with staff and presides in an efficient and expeditious manner. All hearings before Ms. Siegel are conducted to ensure fundamental due process. Furthermore, Ms. Siegel has and continues to have the ability and willingness to provide a quick response (usually the same day) to requests to serve as a Special Master. Throughout her tenure as Special Master, she has been called upon to sign orders that were rendered during a hearing but were not available at that hearing. Upon receipt of those orders, she immediately executed the Orders, scanned them and sent them back to the City of Miami hearing office for proper handling. Ms. Siegel has no prior or pending litigation, either civil or criminal, which would affect her ability to serve as a Special Master for the City of Miami. If selected to continue to serve the City as a Special Master, Ms. Siegel's appointment would not result in any current or future potential conflict of interest. She has no financial or contractual relationship with an employee(s), partner(s), principal(s), officer(s) or owner(s) of the firm, and/or the firm or any of its affiliates or parent, including joint ventures, has, or have had, over the past (5) years with any City of Miami elected or appointed official, or with a firm in which they were employed. Ms. Siegel takes no exception to the terms of the solicitation. All in all, the City of Miami has benefitted from Ms. Siegel's expertise, knowledge and service as a Special Master. She has found her service as the City's Special Master to be rewarding and beneficial to all the residents and property owners in the City. She would be grateful to continue serving as the City's Special Master and is hopeful that her proposal will be acted upon favorably. Respectfully submitted this 6th day of December, 2016, r' _-_ Darcee S. Siegel, Esquire Attorney at Law Civil Court Mediator Florida Supreme Court Certified PROPOSER'S INFORMATION: Response to 2.6 Minimum Qualifications Darcee S. Siegel, Esquire has been admitted to practice law and has continued to practice law in the State of Florida since 1987. Since 1987 she has been a member in good standing of the Florida Bar. (See printout from the Florida Bar website and current resume attached hereto) 9 Obtained from the Florida Bar Website www. tloridabar. org Darcee S Siegel Member in Good Standing Eligible to Practice Law in Florida Bar Humber: Mail Address: Email: Personal Bar URL: vCard: County: Cirruit Admitted: 10-Year Discipline History: Law School: Mercer University - Wafter F. George School of Law, 1985 Sections: Alternative Dispute Resolution 689580 169 Camden Dr Bat Harbour, FL 33154-1328 United States Office: 305-409-9670 Fax: 305-864-3740 darcee.siec eI amail.com wrww.floridabar.orglmyberprofilel689580 Miami -Dade 11 09/04/1987 None I PI Darcee S. Siegel, Esquire Attorney at Law Civil Court Mediator Florida Supreme Court Certified 169 Camden Drive Bal Harbour, Florida 33154 Telephone: (305) 409-9670 (cell) (305) 864-3740 (facsimile) E-mail Address: darcee.siegel(agmail.com PROFESSIONAL ADMISSIONS/CERTIFICATIONS: Supreme Court of the State of Florida U.S. Supreme Court US. Court of Appeals, l l th Circuit US. District Court, Trial Bar U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida Civil Circuit Mediator, Florida Supreme Court Certified PROFESSIONAL AND OTHER ACTIVITIES: American Bar Association - Board of Governor Member - Diversity & Inclusion 360 Presidential Commission - Standing Committee on Gun Violence - Standing Committee on Public Education - Standing Committee on Membership - Tort Trial and Insurance Practice Section - Government and Public Sector Lawyers' Division Dade County Bar Association The Association of Trial Lawyers of America SPECIAL APPOINTMENTS: Florida International University Vice -Provost Executive Council Member Special Master - City of Miami Special Master - City of Sunny Isles Beach Special Master - Bal Harbour Village EMPLOYMENT: 2015 present CIVIL COURT MEDIATOR — Florida Supreme Court Certified 2014-present SOLO PRACTICTIONER 11 2009-2014: CITY OFNORTH MIAMI BEACH- City Attorney, Retired 1992-2009: CITY OFNORTH MIAMI BEACH - Assistant City Attorney Handled all tort/personal injury litigation; Civil Police forfeiture proceedings; Civil Rights/false arrest litigation; procurement litigation; election litigation; zoning litigation; drafted all City contracts; represented the City on all mortgage foreclosure and bankruptcy cases; Attorney for City on all public taking/eminent domain proceedings against the Department of Transportation,- acted as legal counsel for Code Enforcement Boarg Civil Service Board and Planning and Zoning Board; presented cases before the Dade County Unsafe Structure Board resulting in Orders to demolish such structures; acted as legal counsel in Contract/Commercial litigation and negotiations; drafted resolutions and ordinances at the direction of the City Council. 1988-1992: CITY OF HOLLYWOOD - Assistant City Attorney, Chief Trial Attorney, City Prosecutor Lead Trial Counsel in defending the City of Hollywood in all of its civil litigation involving personal injury claims, civil rights violations, claims for declaratory and injunctive relief and allegations of unconstitutional ordinances. Coordinator of the Law Clerk Program. Collected the most revenues for municipal prosecutions in the City of Hollywood's history. Drafted major legislation, implementing "Safe Neighborhood Act" and numerous municipal ordinances; revamped, amendeg repealed and created new ordinances in accordance with new statutes and case law; Legal Counsel for the Code Enforcement Board. 1985-1987: CITY OFMIAMI - Chief Law Clerk Responsible for formulating legal theories and for drafting appropriate motions, memoranda, legal opinions and briefs. Researched various issues in 1983 Civil Rights cases, personal injury cases, election -related cases, workers' compensation cases and zoning violation cases. Assisted on various matters in tort, commercial, municipal, labor and contract law. TEACHING POSITIONS HELD: 1997: FLORIDA INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY- Adjunct Professor Taught LEGAL RESEARCH course to students through the School's Paralegal Studies Program. 1989-1996: BROWARD COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE - Adjunct Professor Taught courses such as TORT LAW and INTRODUCTION TO LEGAL ASSISTING to aspiring paralegal students on a part-time basis. EDUCATION: LAW JD., Walter F. George School of Law, Mercer University, Macon, Georgia, 1985 HONORS Dean's List Who's Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges Moot Court Board Client Counseling Competition Oral Finalist Award - First Year Moot Court UNDERGRADUATE: B.A., Tulane University, New Orleans, Louisiana, 1981 English Major, Dean's List IL Response to 2.7 Preferred Qualifications (Experience and Past Performance) Ms. Siegel has an outstanding reputation for civic pride, interest, integrity, responsibility and business or professional ability as evidenced by the numerous awards she has received over her 30-year legal career. She has further shown these qualities as Chair of the FIU Vice Provost Council where she volunteers her time to mentor students and oversee activities to provide scholarships to first generation students. Having served the City of Miami since 2007 as a Special Master, she is extremely knowledgeable of the City Code Fnforcement matters and the City laws. She has significant knowledge of the Florida Red light camera program as the City of North Miami Beach participated in the program during Ms. Siegel's tenure as their City Attorney. As a litigator for the City of Hollywood and the City of North Miami Beach, Ms. Siegel has much knowledge in advanced legal research and writing and drafting of legal orders. While an Assistant City Attorney for the City of Hollywood and the City of North Miami Beach, Ms. Siegel was charged with presenting and prosecuting code enforcement violations. Ms. Siegel's current and prior experience (for approximately 20 years) as a Special Master for the Village of Bal Harbour, City of Sunny Isles Beach and the City of Miami has provided her with a vast amount of experience in presiding over hearings related to the area of code enforcement. Since becoming a member of the Florida Bar in 1987, Ms. Siegel has only practiced local government law and has drafted hundreds of City Resolutions and Ordinances voted upon and passed by many elected officials. Response to 2.8 References 1. City of Miami Rachel Dooley, Assistant City Attorney (305) 416-1800 Beatriz Alvarez, Hearing Office (305) 416-2030 444 SW 2"d Avenue Miami, Florida 33130 Contract/Appointed by City Commission since 2007 as a Special Master 2. City of Sunny Isles Beach Jane A. Hines, City Clerk (305) 792-1703 18070 Collins Avenue Sunny Isles Beach, Florida 33160 Contract/Appointed by City Commission from 2002(?)-2007 as a Special Master �3 3. Village of Bal Harbour City Clerk (305) 866-4633 655 96th Street Bal Harbour, Florida 33154 Contract/Appointed by City Council from 1996(?)-2002(?) as a Special Master 14 TECHNICAL INFORMATION: Ms. Siegel is able and willing to provide a quick response (possibly the same day) to requests to serve as a Special Master as specified within section 3.1 of the RFQ. Ms. Siegel has no prior or pending litigation, either civil or criminal, which may affect the performance of the services to be rendered under the RFQ, in which she has been involved within the last three (3) years. Ms. Siegel's selection as Special Master for the City of Miami would not result in any current or future potential conflict of interest. She has no financial or contractual relationship with an employee(s), partner(s), principal(s), officer(s) or owner(s) of the firm, and/or the finu or any of its affiliates or parent, including joint ventures, has, or have had, over the past (5) years with any City of Miami elected or appointed official, or with a firm in which they were employed. Ms. Siegel takes no exception to the terms of the solicitation as outlines in RFQ Number 584381,2. IS 12/30/2016 Darcee S Siegel (Bar# 689580) Ethics Ruic Professionalism Log Po THE FTnRTf,.BAR - -. `LDRiD. 3aR Fromm ;ale Darcee S Siegel Member in Good Standing Bar Number: 639580 Mail Address: 159 Camden Dr Bar Har9cur. FL 331154-1323 Urited Stags Office: )i 7--19-31'i Fax. 3G5-364-3'40 Email: Personal Bar URL: Ilor9a; ar.org,^a',aarcror;e h.3y53C vCard: _ t) 4 County: Miami -Dade Circuit: 11 Admitted: 09:C4195,7 10-Year Discipline None History: Law School: �1=ry r a3. - "ra;a'.er = 3e r e Scncci 3t Law 1335 Sections: 4iterra' ,e Dispute ascit- Sear 3ar Eligible to Practice Law in Florida The rind 3 Lawyer directory :s provided as a public service. The Florida Bar maintains limited basic 'information about lawyers licensed to practice in the state re,g., name. address. year of birth, gender. law schools attended. admission year. However The Florida 3ar 3ltows individual attorneys the opportunity to add personal and professional information to the directory. The lawyer Is solely -responsible 'or reviewing and updating any additional information in the directory. The lawyers added information is not reviewed by The Bar for accuracy and the Bar maws no narranty of any kind. express or implied. 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"City" CITY OF MIAMI, a municipal ATTEST: corporation By: Todd B. Hannon, City Clerk Daniel J. Alfonso, City Manager STATE OF FLORIDA } } SS COUNTY OF MIAMI-DADE } "Contractor" Darcee S. Siegel, Esquire The foregoing PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT By and Between The City of Miami, Florida And CONTRACTOR was acknowledged before me this day of February, 2017 by DARCEE S. SIEGEL, who is personally known to me. a n1 °tea{�, ROLDA M. SERIEUX :e 3. Notary Public - State a1 Florida r RI * I My Comm Expires Apr 15, 2017 '!` ,[ 8t. n4,i ' CommpsS ion # EE 879012 DCc A Y PUBLIC, State of Florida Name: Q Y1� 5E(1-e.A415c My Commission Expires: A 1 15) 20 7 APPROVED AS TO LEGAL FORM APPROVED AS TO INSURANCE AND CORRECTNESS: REQUIREMENTS: Victoria Mendez Ann -Marie Sharpe City Attorney Risk Management Director 17