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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPZAB Applications 2020-07-09BUSINESS ADDRESS: 176 NW 24th St (Address Linel) CITY OF MIAMI APPLICATION FOR PLANNING, ZONING AND APPEALS BOARD NAME: Adam RESIDENCE: (First Name) Jason Gersten (Middle) (Last Name) (Address Linel) CITY: Miami (Address Line 2) STATE: FL ZIP: HOME PHONE: CELLULAR PHONE: EMAIL: ajgersten(cilgmail.com O ,V "l O ''1 N CD c� PRINCIPLE BUSINESS/EMPLOYER: Self 1 Gramps Bar LLC m o ina i n 3 _ P1 p Sr' r-a X CITY: Miami BUSINESS PHONE: NA (Address Line 2) STATE: FL EXT. ZIP: 33127 SHORT STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS (If you require additional space, attach additional pages.) 1. Describe the qualities, experience, expertise and abilities that you possess that would make you an effective board member that will act in the public interest. Form Boards/MA-PAB28-0220.01 Page 1 of 4 2. Describe your educational background and general knowledge of planning and zoning. 3. Describe any prior community or personal involvement that you have had that demonstrates interest in and concern for planning and planning implementation. C) N of t7 �` t )M 3:1 7,0 c .w t7 = c-, W U rn � 4. Describe any planning or land use or growth management seminars that yciti hie attended. 5. Describe any membership in organizations having the primary aim of the furtherance of dissemination of knowledge of and support of sound planning and implementation of planning programs. 6. Describe any other activity evidencing knowledge and interest in the public purposes of planning and plan implementation. Form Boards/MA-PAB/ZB-0220.01 Page 2 of 4 • I have read and understand the qualifications for members that are set forth in Sec. 62-16 of the City Code, and hereby certify that: (1) I do not have any interest in the profits or emoluments of any contract, job, work, or service for the city. (2) I am in a position to represent the public interest, and do not have any personal or private interests likely to conflict with the public interest. (3) I do not hold any elective office in any govemmental authority in the county or the city. (4) I am not employed in a full-time capacity by any govemmental authority in the county or the city. (5) As a member or a It e r n a t e m e m be r of the Planning, Zoning and Appeals Board I agree to participate in at least one seminar on planning or zoning to be held in the state or elsewhere, and approved by the city, during the course of each calendar year that I remain a member or altemate member of the Planning, Zoning and Appeals Board. I acknowledge that I am subject to removal from the board if I fail to meet this requirement each and every year after assuming board membership or altemate membership. (6) I am an elector of the City of Miami. • I agree to immediately notify the city clerk if I cease to be a resident and/or an elector of the city during the term of my office. • I agree that if I were to become a candidate for elective political office during my term and qualify as a candidate for elective political office, such qualification shall be deemed a tender of my resignation from the board. • I have read, understand and agree to comply with Section 2-611 of the Miami City Code which prohibits me from entering into any contract or transact any business with the city or any person or agency acting for the city, or from appearing in representation of any third party before any board, commission or agency of which I am member. I also understand that prohibition upon activity which is set forth above remains in effect for a period of two years after 1 have left city service. • I have read, understand and agree to comply with Section 2-613 of the Miami City Code which prohibits me from accepting, directly or indirectly, from any person, company, firm or corporation to which any purchase order or contract is or might be awarded, any rebate, gift, money or anything of value whatsoever, except where given for the use and benefit of the city. • I agree to submit to the city clerk a complete itemized list of all real property owned by me, whether the title be either legal or equitable, whether owned in whole or in part, including corporate real propertyln which I have a controlling interest or I am an officer of such corporation. I agree to submit to the city clerk sail infaiation in the required form verified and under oath within 30 days of my appointment and I shall include the,Olowy:g it nation as to each parcel of land: = `� (1) The legal description and common address; w i No rn (2) The municipal or county zoning classification wherein the property is located; and>24 ? �, (3) The manner in which the property is presently being utilized. mc to P1 • I understand that I am required to list only those real properties that are located within the corpcjte pits of the city or those properties located 500 feet beyond the corporate limits of thecity. E.2, co • I agree to comply with all financial disclosure requirements of the City, the County and the State including the requirements set forth in Section 2-11.1 of the Miami -Dade County Code, and Florida Statutes Sec. 112.3145. • I agree to comply with all ethics course requirements of City of Miami Code Section 2-38. • I acknowledge that the code of ethics of Miami -Dade County shall apply to me as a member or altemate member of the Planning, Zoning and Appeals Board and hereby agree to abide by all the provisionsthereof. • I recognize that membership on the Planning, Zoning and Appeals Board requires my regular attendance and participation at board meetings. Form Boards/MA-FAB/M-0206.01 Page 3 of 4 I hereby certify that all information in this application is complete, truthful, and accurate to the best of my knowledge and that I have read and understand the qualifications and conditions of membership listed in this application. Print Name Signature Date 6 Yes ADAM JASON GERSTEN 03/20/2020 FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS Please complete this form and submit to: Office of the City Clerk City of Miami 3500 Pan American Drive Miami, FL 33133 Attn: Nicole N. Ewan ilnformation may be copied and pasted into this form from other computer programs, i.e. MS Word. Information that is typed directly into the form may be "Saved as Text" and then opened in other computer programs. For additional information on the Planning, Zoning and Appeals Board, please contact' Ms. Olga Zamora, Chief of Hearing Boards, at (305) 416-2037 or email at: ozamoramiamiqov.com Form Boards/MA-PAB/ZB-0206.01 Page 4 of 4 SHORT STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS 1. Describe the qualities, experience, expertise and abilities that you possess that would make you an effective board member that will act in the public interest. As a business owner, community leader, and 4th generation Miamian - 1 am committed to serving this city in both the private and public sectors, as my family has for many years. In addition, I possess experience as an attorney, negotiator, designer, developer, and homeowner. Effective communication; an ethical and balanced approach to problem solving; strong leadership; and intellectual curiosity have served me well so far in my pursuits, which include expanding social justice, equality, and fairness in a city that has so much to improve. I believe that these qualities have served me well as I have served the interests of the citizens of he City of Miami as a board member of PZAB for the better part of the last five years. My prior work experience was working for the State of Florida; I've been involved in real estate development, project management, and construction; served on several non-profit and governmental boards; been a member of the Florida Bar for over a decade; I'm a small business owner in heavily regulated industry; and I've dealt with state, city, county and national codes and agencies in every one of my undertakings. 2. Describe your educational background and general knowledge of planning and zoning. My educational background: High School Diploma (Theater) / New World School of the Arts; Bachelor of Arts (Theater) / University of Florida; Juris Doctor / St. Thomas University School of Law. My general knowledge of planning and zoning comes from my experiences as a real estate developer, attorney, bar owner and operator, as a small business owner who must navigate the interwoven fabric of rules, ordinances, regulations, laws, administrative processes, and politics to arrive at a desired result. I have read several items from the MIT OpenCourseWare School of Architectu4 Utn Planning courses' reading lists, and read books about planning, urban life, prMng architecture, design, and other related areas. a- N 1-11 C) Fri D 3. Describe any prior community or personal involvement that you have had that demonstrates interest in and concern for planning and planning implementation. Whilst working in Key West for several years, I joined Reef Relief, a long-standing, well respected environmental organization that focuses on protecting coral reef. Reef Relief shaped policy through an education curriculum based on sound science and through advocation for planning policy to minimize the harm done to the water quality that our entire state relies on for drinking, swimming, tourism, sustenance and transportation. In this respect, we participated in policy discussions with various federal, state, and city agencies on matters pertaining to the planning of the City of Key West and the surrounding areas. When I opened my business in Wynwood, I became involved with (and went on to serve as chairman of) the Wynwood Art District Association and as a committee member of the subsequently created Wynwood Business Improvement District. For several years, I have participated as an active voice in discussions related to growth, sustainability, planning, and zoning in the Wynwood Cafe District and BID boundary, which then became the Wynwood NRD. In 2015, I was appointed to the PZAB by Commissioner Hardemon, after prior serving on the Code Enforcement Board as an appointee of Marc Sarnoff. 4. Describe any planning or land use or growth management seminars that you have attended. I have not attended any planning or land use growth management seminars, other than the presentations made by the r rri CO 5. Describe any membership in organizations having the primary aim of the furtherance of dissemination of knowledge of and support of sound planning and implementation of planning programs. In years past, I sat on committees of the Wynwood Business Improvement District and participated in discussions regarding the effective use of public and private space for public use. I have been part of very public discussions, in both the capacity as a business owner and in my capacity as a PZAB member, about SAPs, TUPs, public benefits, re -zonings, traffic impacts, and so much more. Theses conversations integrate knowledge of public assemblies, pedestrian and vehicular traffic, the arts, crowds, culture, cultural preservation, politics, quality of life, historic preservation, and how those concerns are addressed within the existing planning/zoning framework, and also how the current framework might be affected or evolve and be used into the future to enhance the whole city and its neighborhoods. 6. Describe any other activity evidencing knowledge and interest in the public purposes of planning and plan implementation. I currently sit on the City of Miami Code Enforcement Board and the City of Miami Nuisance Abatement Board. m m CITY OF MIAMI APPLICATION FOR PLANNING, ZONING AND APPEALS BOARD NAME: A lexcfr1dli (First Name) (Middle) (Last Name) RESIDENCE: SS- 1 i ST- (Address Line') CITY: (Address Line 2) STATE: F ZIP: 33 HOME PHONE: i" / / CELLULAR PHONE: 3 ) 3 2 } 3 S-'1-l2 EMAIL: GI ICxGi cie cy0f10 5 Mc11 - (arh PRINCIPLE BUSINESS/EMPLOYER: 1 ow I e ( hiii 1,-); . #• BUSINESS ADDRESS: 3 e7 5- jE f i C\Le_ l Pvi /Doi (Address Linel) (Address Line 2) CITY: tjk + At ( BUSINESS PHONE: 30S -we 'LI STATE: ZIP: 33 13 EXT. 121 I SHORT STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS (If you require additional space, attach additional pages.) 1. Describe the qualities, experience, expertise and abilities that you possess that would make you an effective board member that will act in the public interest. Form Boards/MA•PAB/ZB-O220.0i Page 1 of 4 SHORT STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS — ANSWERS 1. Describe the qualities, experience, expertise and abilities that you possess that would make you an effective board member that will act in the public interest. First and foremost, I am dedicated to my community. Public service is important to me and this position would allow me to use my skills to support the City of Miami and its citizens. Second, my experience as a commercial litigator, including in real estate litigation, has helped me develop an expertise in the areas of real estate as well as in dispute and conflict resolution. Given those qualities, I believe I can be an effective and efficient board member. 2. Describe your educational background and general knowledge of planning and zoning. I am a proud graduate of South Miami Senior High School, the University of Miami, and the University of Miami School of Law. I have also earned a certificate in value investing from Columbia University. In my work as an attorney, I have represented clients in matters involving various planning and zoning issues both directly and indirectly. That experience has allowed me to go in-depth on a few key zoning issues. More generally, after reading the January 2019 Amended Code, I would say that I have a good understanding of the zoning code. 3. Describe any prior community or personal involvement that you have had that demonstrates interest in and concern for planning and planning implementation. My experiences that demonstrate my interest in and concern for planning and planning implementation include my work assisting developer and investor clients in big picture planning. For example, I represented an investor client in relation to an investment it made in a planned community. I had do develop an understanding of the foresight developers must have in properly planning communities and adhering to the zoning codes. This experience helped me to understand the needs of the public as well as the role of the city in making sure development in our city is done efficiently and with foresight. 4. Describe any planning or land use management seminars that you have attended. I have attended continuing legal education seminars on various real estate related topics. 5. Describe any membership in organizations having the primary aim of the furtherance of dissemination of knowledge of and support of sound planning and implementation of planning programs. While I do not have the specific experience outlined in this question, I do have a passion for all aspect of the continued development of the City of Miami and look forward to using my passion as a driving force to serve the City of Miami and its citizens.j)���' )S'\ 6. Describe any other activity evidencing knowledge and interest in the public purposes of planning and plan implementation. My interest in planning and zoning has led me to attend several planning and zoning commission meetings in several municipalities across the county. I understand the position I am applying for is important and I am constantly trying to learn so that, if given the opportunity, I can serve the City of Miami and its citizens well. onn Boarde/MA.FAB1Ze-Q2O .oi Page 3 of 4 • I have read and understand the qualifications for members that are set forth in Sec. 62-16 of the City Code, and hereby certify that: (1) I do not have any interest in the profits or emoluments of any contract, job, work, or service for the city. (2) I am in a position to represent the public interest, and do not have any personal or private interests likely to conflict with the public interest. (3) I do not hold any elective office in any governmental authority in the county or the city. (4) I am not employed in a full-time capacity by any governmental authority in the county or the city. (5) As a member or alternate member of the Planning, Zoning and Appeals Board 1 agree to participate in at least one seminar on planning or zoning to be held in the state or elsewhere, and approved by the city, during the course of each calendar year that i remain a member or alternate member of the Planning, Zoning and Appeals Board. I acknowledge that I am subject to removal from the board if i fail to meet this requirement each and every year after assuming board membership or alternate membership. (6) I am an elector of the City of Miami. • I agree to immediately notify the city clerk if I cease to be a resident and/or an elector of the city during the term of my office. • I agree that if I were to become a candidate for elective political office during my term and qualify as a candidate for elective political office, such qualification shall be deemed a tender of my resignation from the board. • I have read, understand and agree to comply with Section 2-611 of the Miami City Code which prohibits me from entering into any contract or transact any business with the city or any person or agency acting for the city, or from appearing in representation of any third party before any board, commission or agency of which I am member. I also understand that prohibition upon activity which is set forth above remains in effect for a period of two years after I have left city service. • I have read, understand and agree to comply with Section 2-613 of the Miami City Code which prohibits me from accepting, directly or indirectly, from any person, company, firm or corporation to which any purchase order or contract is or might be awarded, any rebate, gift, money or anything of value whatsoever, except where given for the use and benefit of the city. • I agree to submit to the city clerk a complete itemized list of all real property owned by me, whether the title be either legal or equitable, whether owned in whole or in part, including corporate real property in which I have a controlling interest or I am an officer of such corporation. I agree to submit to the city clerk said information in the required form verified and under oath within 30 days of my appointment and I shall include the following information as to each parcel of land: (1) The legal description and common address; (2) The municipal or county zoning classification wherein the property is located; and (3) The manner in which the property is presently being utilized. • I understand that 1 am required to list only those real properties that are located within the corporate limits of the city or those properties located 500 feet beyond the corporate limits of the city. • I agree to comply with all financial disclosure requirements of the City, the County and the State including the requirements set forth in Section 2-11,1 of the Miami -Dade County Code, and Florida Statutes Sec. 112.3145. • I agree to comply with all ethics course requirements of City of Miami Code Section2-38. • I acknowledge that the code of ethics of Miami -Dade County shall apply to me as a member or alienate member of the Planning, Zoning and Appeals Board and hereby agree to abide by all the provisionsthereof. • I recognize that membership on the Planning, Zoning and Appeals Board requires my regular attend ice and participation at board meetings, `17 b * p` r?i v I hereby certify that all information in this application is complete, truthful, and accurate to the best of my knowledge and that I have read and understand the qualifications and conditions of membership listed in this application. Print Name Signature Date M arc k (Yes 3-0 2- c? FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS Please complete this form and submit to: Office of the City Clerk City of Miami 3500 Pan American Drive Miami, FL 33133 Attn: Nicole N. Ewan Information may be copied and pasted into this form from other computer programs, i.e. MS Word. information that is typed directly into the form may be "Saved as Text" and then opened in other computer programs. For additional information on the Planning, Zoning and Appeals Board, please contact Ms. Olga Zamora, Chief of Hearing Boards, at (305) 416-2037 or email at: Form Boards/MA-PABJZe-o2880 oramora(a miamigov. com Page 4 of 4 '7h -j Ur zr .e) CITY OF MIAMI APPLICATION FOR PLANNING, ZONING AND APPEALS BOARD NAME: , /1171-to`7` • (First Name) (Middle) RESIDENCE: t0 Yv1 1 ( -Ftw (Address Linel) (Last Name) (Address Line 2) CITY: ' r l 1 1 STATE: ZIP: 3 -3 HOME PHONE: -2,CNC- 5l -�'LcY CELLULAR PHONE: ' G e.- s2c9 EMAIL: G oc.AAJtva4A, - C c/ PRINCIPLE BUSINESS/EMPLOYER: BUSINESS ADDRESS: 3, 7 .x (:-;(. 5) - u1E )Address Linel) c I� '�1 r .,y N cs Car. V l i �! � CITY:' STATE: r1 ZIP: �1 -,, is 6 BUSINESS PHONE: (Address Line 2) 52[i q EXT. SHORT STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS (If you require additional space, attach additional pages.) 1. 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Describe any other activity evidencing knowledge and interest in the public purposes of planning and plan implementation. et" a- } hdL:r L _.._C -> 0.4/4 C Cr‘s.t-Vf.._.. Farm BoardsrMA-PAB213-0220.01 Page 2 of a r ********......**************..*.************....* I hereby certify that all information in this application is complete, truthful, and accurate to the best of my knowledge and that I have read and understand the qualifications and conditions of membership listed in this application. V/Yes Print Name Signature Date ?‘4()-(e-(s'i 2oz FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS Please complete this form and submit to: Office of the City Clerk City of Miami 3500 Pan American Drive Miami, FL 33/33 Attn: Nicole N. Ewan Information may be copied and pasted into this form from other computer programs, i.e. MS Word. Information that is typed directly into the form may be "Saved as Text" and then opened in other computer programs. For additional information on the Planning, Zoning and Appeals Board, please contact Ms. Olga Zamora, Chief of Hearing Boards, at (305) 416-2037 or email at: Form BoardsfMA-PABIZ&0206.01 ozamora{tmiamigov.com ******tr*****Ate*********************************** Page 4 of 4 I have read and understand the qualifications for members that are set forth in Sec. 62-16 of the City Code, and hereby certify that: (1) I do not have any interest in the profits or emoluments of any contract, job, work, or service for the city. (2) I am in a position to represent the public interest, and do not have any personal or private interests likely to conflict with the public interest. (3) I do not hold any elective office in any governmental authority in the county or the city. (4) I am not employed in a full-time capacity by any governmental authority in the county or the city. (5) As a member or alternate member of the Planning, Zoning and Appeals Board I agree to participate in at least one seminar on planning or zoning to be held in the state or elsewhere, and approved by the city, during the course of each calendar year that I remain a member or alternate member of the Planning. Zoning and Appeals Board. I acknowledge that I am subject to removal from the board if I fail to meet this requirement each and every year after assuming board membership or alternate membership. I am an elector of the City of Miami. (6) agree to immediately notify the city clerk if I cease to be a resident and/or an elector of the city during the term of my office. I agree that if I were to become a candidate for elective political office during my term and qualify as a candidate for elective political office, such qualification shall be deemed a tender of my resignation from the board. I have read, understand and agree to comply with Section 2-611 of the Miami City Code which prohibits me from entering into any contract or transact any business with the city or any person or agency acting for the city, or from appearing in representation of any third party before any board, commission or agency of which I am member. I also understand that prohibition upon activity which is set forth above remains in effect for a period of two years after I have left city service. I have read, understand and agree to comply with Section 2-613 of the Miami City Code which prohibits me from accepting, directly or indirectly, from any person, company, firm or corporation to which any purchase order or contract is or might be awarded, any rebate, gift, money or anything of value whatsoever, except where given far the use and benefit of the city. I agree to submit to the city clerk a complete itemized list of all real property owned by me, whether the title be either legal or equitable, whether owned in whole or in part, including corporate real property in which I have a controlling interest or I am an officer of such corporation. I agree to submit to the city clerk said information in the required form verified and under oath within 30 days of my appointment and I shall include the following information as to each parcel of land: (1) The legal description and common address; (2) The municipal or county zoning classification wherein the property is located; and (3) The manner in which the property is presently being utilized. I understand that I am required to list only those real properties that are located within the corporate limits of the city or those properties located 500 feet beyond the corporate limits of the city. I agree to comply with all financial disclosure requirements of the City, the County and the State including the requirements set forth in Section 2-11.1 of the Miami -Dade County Code, and Florida Statutes Sec. 112.3145. I agree to comply with all ethics course requirements of City of Miami Code Section2-38. 1 acknowledge that the code of ethics of Miami -Dade County shall apply to me as a member or atrnatg member of the Planning, Zoning and Appeals Board and hereby agree to abide by all the provisionsthereof. I recognize that membership on the Planning, Zoning and Appeals Board requires my regu 3yWtteartanc } and participation at board meetings. 74ci 2 i Co s c T1 `rin 1 �• ea V1 Form Hoards/MA-PA&03-0206 01 Page 3 of 4 ANTHONY R. PARRISH, JR. 3940 Main Highway Coconut Grove. FL. 33133 (305) 588-5209 3678 Grand Ave. 7-B Miami, FL 33133 aparrish@windandrain.com EDUCATION: Graduate Program in Taxation, Holland Law Center, University of Florida. LL.M. in Taxation (1981). Writing Instructor. University of Florida College of Law. J.D. (1977), Abstract Editor Florida Sea Grant projects on environmental law and land use planning. University of Pennsylvania. B.A. History (1969).-n*e L+} rri - MEMBERSHIPS & LICENSES: �s;-, r-+ n .. Cir Florida Bar (1977) Florida Real Estate Broker (1981) Florida Mortgage Broker (1983) PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: 1994 to Present: FOUNDER AND PRESIDENT OF WIND & RAIN, INC., a low -to -moderate income single-family homebuilder, community developer, and Housing Solutions ProviderrM in Coconut Grove, Fl. in partnership with Coconut Grove Local Development Corporation. Sixteen homes built to date, all sold to first-time homebuyers through utilization of the City of Miami's "Soft 2nd" mortgage program for affordable housing, in the West Grove and in the Allapattah Affordable Housing Scattered Site Project, in conjunction with the Rafael Hernandez Housing & Economic Development Corp. PRESIDENT OF WIND & RAIN PROPERTIES, INC., a full -service real estate brokerage, property management, and real property consultancy company. Headquarters at 103 Grand Avenue. Re- development of Grand Avenue commercial corridor, anchored by key properties acquired by Wind & Rain as part of overall revitalization effort. Property Management of Grand Island Building since 1999, the first new retail/commercial development in West Coconut Grove in half a century. 1992 to 2015: EXCLUSIVE REAL ESTATE CONSULTANT AND BROKER to Miami -Dade Community College. Responsible for land acquisition and leasing throughout Miami -Dade County, as well as disposition of surplus real estate. In close coordination with M-DCC's Legal Department, Administration, and District Board of Trustees assembled land for 2,200 car parking garage (Wolfson Campus), purchased office buildings for expansion from private owner/RTC (Hialeah Center), arranged land exchange with First Union for new campus (Inter American Center), assembled land for parking (Homestead Campus) and for Entrepreneurial Center (North Campus). 1998 to 2000. DIRECTOR OF ACQUISITIONS AND DEVELOPMENT with the Dacra Companies, Miami Beach, FL. Continuing acquisition of properties in the Miami Design District and coordination of private and public efforts to revitalize approx. 1M sq. ft. of commercial space. Pre -development of St. Francis Hospital site into approx. 150 luxury residential units. 1983 to 1998: REAL ESTATE BROKER AND PARTNER with Trust Group, Inc., licensed real estate brokers. Assemblage, rezoning and marketing of $10M land parcel adjacent to Miami International Mall, including development of small business park. Extensive experience with tax-free exchanges, sale -leasebacks, warehouse and office leasing. Headed redevelopment and leasing of 50,000 sq. ft. of commercial space on Lincoln Road, Miami Beach. 1982-1983 ASSOCIATE TAX ATTORNEY with Arky, Freed, Stearns, Watson and Greer, P.A., Miami. Real estate syndications and corporate law. 1978-1982 ATTORNEY/COORDINATOR FOR DUVAL COUNTY LEGISLATIVE DELEGATION, Jacksonville, FL. Drafting of County and Local bills. Coordination of public hearings and legislative lobbying. Attorney for GBN Homebuilders. 197E-1978 ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY with Dell, Graham, Wilcox, P.A., Gainesville, FL. Insurance defense and appellate practice. 1973-1975 FOREMAN, SURVEYOR, PILOT, Twin Creek Ranch, Jackson Hole. WY. 1970-1973 MILITARY SERVICE. Lt. U.S.N.R. Qualified jet navigator. Instructor U.S. Naval Academy. PUBLICATIONS: Web Site: http://www.windandrain.com Book Review: "Federal Taxation of Income, Estates and Gifts," 34 U.Fla.L.Rev. 158 (1981). "Public Beach Access: A Guaranteed Place to Spread Your Towel," 29 U.Fla.L.Rev. 853 (1977). Co-author. COMMUNITY SERVICE: Past President of Grove Tree -Man Trust; Past Chair of Board of Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center, Miami; Past Chair of City of Miami Historic and Environmental Protection Board; past Head Coach of Coconut Grove Rowing Club at. Ransom Everglades School; Current Board Member, Miami Planning and Zoning Appeals Board. REFERENCES: Upon request. CITY OF MIAMI APPLICATION FOR PLANNING, ZONING AND APPEALS BOARD NAME: Melody ( First Name) RESIDENCE: zoo NW 13 Street Linda Torrens (Middle) (Last Name) (Address unel) (Address Line 2) CITY: AAiami STATE: FL ZIP: 33125 HOME PHONE: CELLULAR PHONE: 305-905-1217 EMAIL: meladytorrensr ymail.corn PRINCIPLE BUSINESS/EMPLOYER: Realtor at Cervera Meat Estate, tnc. BUSINESS ADDRESS: 3300 SW 27 Avenue CITY: Miami c J r�(li wy Rom] -.y.r CD ca (Address tinel) (Address tine 2) STATE: FL BUSINESS PHONE: 305-905-1217 EXT. CO L� ZIP: 33133 Fri SHORT STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS (If you require additional space, attach additional pages.) 1. Describe the qualities, experience, expertise and abilities that you possess thatwould make you an effective board member that will act in the public interest. As a Realtor, 1 am out in the communitytalking to residents and developers almost daily. As a result of this exposure I see firsthand the effect of good planned development in the City of Miami. In addition, I have served on the PZAB for the past 8 years and for the last year as Vice -Chair. Form SoardsiMA-PAerza-022o.01 Page 1 of 4 2. Describe your educational background and general knowledge of planning and zoning. Over the 40 years in the real estate business I have attended many seminars that discuss planning and zoning including planning/development/marketing of projects in the City of Miami. Additionally I have 8 years experience with the Miami 21 Zoning Code as a current member of the PZAB. My education is in business from Miami -Dade College. 3. Describe any prior community or personal involvement that you have had that demonstrates interest in and concern for planning and planning implementation. As a Realtor, I have sold development tracts, properties being rezoned and clients that want to modify their homes to provide a more comfortable lifestyle. Real Estate has always been my main interest and I feel this is a suitable match for serving on PZAB. While serving on PZAB my goal has always been to be sure all citizens have a opportunity to speak out on planning and zoning issues, whether or not they are a single homeowner or a developer building a large planned development. ✓ n � c7 r =t • 11 4. Describe any planning or land use or growth management seminars that yoiti v ` attended. Tcc ~` ;? ' • w I have attended meetings of the Downtown Development Authority, Dade League of Cities Conferences, Realtor Association of Miami Conferences on Growth and Development, The Real Deal Real Estate Conferences There have more in my long career in the Real Estate business. 5. Describe any membership in organizations having the primary airs of the furtherance of dissemination of knowledge of and support of sound planning and implementation of planning programs. Serving as a /PZAB Member for 8 years has given me a broad based knowledge. Form s-PAEZB- 22a.0i Page 2 of 4 6. Describe any other activity evidencing knowledge and interest in the public purposes of planning and plan implementation. As a citizen living in Miami, working as a Real Estate professional and living on the Miami River, I have a tremendous interest in the purposes of planning and planning implementation. Fri C) Fri D Form BoardsiMA-PABfZB-0220.01 Page 3 of 4 • I have read and understand the qualifications for members that are set forth in Sec. 62-16 of the City Code, and hereby certify that- (1 ) I do not have any interest in the profits or emoluments of any contract, job, work, or service for thecity. (2) I am in a position to represent the public interest, and do not have any personal or private interests likely to conflict with the public interest. (3) I do not hold any elective office in any governmental authority in the county or the city. (4) 1 am not employed in a full-time capacity by any governmental authority in the county or the city. (5) As a member o r a 1 t e r n a t e m e m b e r of the Planning, Zoning and Appeals Board I agree to participate in at least one seminar on planning or zoning to be held in the state or elsewhere. and approved by the city, during the course of each calendar year that f remain a member or alternate member of the Planning, Zoning and Appeals Board. 1 acknowledge that 1 am subject to removal from the board if l fail to meet this requirement each and every year after assuming board membership or alternate membership, (6) I am an elector of the City of Miami. • 1 agree to immediately notify the city clerk if I cease to be a resident andlor an elector of the city during the term of my office_ • 1 agree that if 1 were to become a candidate for elective political office during my term and qualify as a candidate for elective political office, such qualification shall be deemed a tender of my resignation from the board. • I have read, understand and agree to comply with Section 2-611 of the Miami City Code which prohibits me from entering into any contract or transact any business with the city or any person or agency acting for the city, or from appearing in representation of any third party before any board, commission or agency of which I am member. I also understand that prohibition upon activity which is set forth above remains in effect for a period of two years after I have left city service. • 1 have read, understand and agree to comply with Section 2-613 of the Miami City Code which prohibits me from accepting, directly or indirectly, from any person, company, firm or corporation to which any purchase order or contract is or might be awarded, any rebate, gift, money or anything of value whatsoever, except where given for the use and benefit of the city. • l agree to submit to the city clerk a complete itemized list of all real property owned by me, wl!eethesr,#he title be either legal or equitable, whether owned in whole or in part, including corporate real property in wli 1 have a controlling interest or I am an officer of such corporation. I agree to submit to the city clerk satOiliforevtionliothe required form verified and under oath within 30 days of my appointment and I shall include the fOltowiniXnfoi tion as to each parcel ofland:ryi (1) The legal description and common address; - co F`l co "3 (2) The municipal or county zoning classification wherein the property is located; and (3) The manner in which the property is presently being utilized. • I understand that l am required to list only those real properties that are located within the corporate litsgthe city or those properties located 500 feet beyond the corporate limits of thecity. • l agree to comply with all financial disclosure requirements of the City, the County and the State including the requirements set forth in Section 2-11.1 of the Miami -Dade County Code, and Florida Statutes Sec,112.3145, • I agree to comply with all ethics course requirements of City of Miami Code Section2-38. I acknowledge that the code of ethics of Miami -Dade County shall apply to me as a member or alternate member of the Planning, Zoning and Appeals Board and hereby agree to abide by all the provisionsthereof. • I recognize that membership on the Planning, Zoning and Appeals Board requires my regular attendance and participation at board meetings. Fare Boar es/MA-PABIZB-0200 01 Page 3 of 4 ,R.,*...«,.*********.**.*..******«********** I hereby certify that all information in this application is complete, truthful, and accurate to the best of my knowledge and that I have read and understand the qualifications and conditions of membership listed in this application. Print Name Signature Date des Ma OD LlI,JDA oR-RcT45 (64/L1-1-F 3/Ii7„Ic.b FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS Please complete this form and submit to: Office of the City Clerk City of Miami 3500 Pan American Drive Miami, FL 33133 Attn: Nicole N. Ewan CAIP rrl —;CD ^C •3 C? —1 _ryiTa arrl te.. Information may be copied and pasted j this form from other computer programs, i.e. MS Word. Information that is typed directly into the form may be "Saved as Text" and then opened in other computer programs_ For additional information on the Planning, Zoning and Appeals Board, please contact Ms. Olga Zamora, Chief of Hearing Boards, at (305) 416-2037 or email at: ozamora©miamigg yr.cv rn *******.********** Farm Ba 1MA-PA lZ9-o2O6.o1 Page 4 of 4 Form BoardslMA-PABIZB-0220.01 , nr M ., +r Y� CITY OF MIAMI APPLICATION FOR PLANNING, ZONING AND APPEALS BOARD NAME: Matthew Trussoni (First Name) (Middle) (last Name) RESIDENCE: 2335 -requests Lane (Address Unel) (Address Une 2) CITY: Miami STATE: FL ZIP: 33133 HOME PHONE: N/A CELLULAR PHONE: 305.803.8642 EMAIL: wssofVrniernl.edu PRINCIPLE BUSINESS/EMPLOYER: University of Miami / Tnissoni Architecture Group BUSINESS ADDRESS: 2455 SW 27th Ave suite 220 0 (Address Unel) F-j (Address Une 2) CD- n -rli7iup rn CITY: Mieml STATE: FI. ZIP: OW -r C .w-c — cam rs3 BUSINESS PHONE: 305.803.8642 EXT. SHORT STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS (If you require additional space, attach additional pages.) 1. Describe the qualities, experience, expertise and abilities that you possess thatwould make you an effective board member that will act in the public interest. See Attached Page 1 of 4 2. Describe your educational background and general knowledge of planning and zoning. See Attached 3. Describe any prior community or personal involvement that you have had that demonstrates interest in and concern for planning and planning implementatjgn. o Sea AlladieJ C.,� 1 O -r `) ca tU r N 4. Describe any planning or land use or growth management seminars that you ffave attended. See Attached 5. Describe any membership in organizations having the primary aim of the furtherance of dissemination of knowledge of and support of sound planning and implementation of planning programs. See Attached 6. Describe any other activity evidencing knowledge and interest in the public purposes of planning and plan implementation. See Attached Form Boards/MA-PAB/ZS-0220.01 Page 2 of 4 • I have read and understand the qualifications for members that are set forth in Sec. 62-16 of the City Code, and hereby certify that: (1) I do not have any interest in the profits or emoluments of any contract, job, work, or service for the city. (2) I am in a position to represent the public interest, and do not have any personal or private interests likely to conflict with the public interest. (3) I do not hold any elective office in any governmental authority in the county or the city. (4) I am not employed in a full-time capacity by any govemmental authority in the county or the city. (5) As a member o r alternate member of the Planning, Zoning and Appeals Board I agree to participate in at least one seminar on planning or zoning to be held in the state or elsewhere, and approved by the city, during the course of each calendar year that 1 remain a member or altemate member of the Planning, Zoning and Appeals Board. I acknowledge that I am subject to removal from the board if I fait to meet this requirement each and every year after assuming board membership or altemate membership. (6) I am an elector of the City of Miami. • 1 agree to immediately notify the city clerk if I cease to be a resident and/or an elector of the city during the term of my office. • I agree that if I were to become a candidate for elective political office during my term and qualify as a candidate for elective political office, such qualification shall be deemed a tender of my resignation from the board. • 1 have read, understand and agree to comply with Section 2-611 of the Miami City Code which prohibits me from entering into any contract or transact any business with the city or any person or agency acting for the city, or from appearing in representation of any third party before any board, commission or agency of which I am member. !also understand that prohibition upon activity which is set forth above remains in effect for a period of two years after I have left city service. • I have read, understand and agree to comply with Section 2-613 of the Miami City Code which prohibits me from accepting, directly or indirectly, from any person, company, firm or corporation to which any purchase order or contract is or might be awarded, any rebate, gift, money or anything of value whatsoever, except where given for the use and benefit of the city. • I agree to submit to the city clerk a complete itemized list of all real property owned by me, whether the title be either legal or equitable, whether owned in whole or in part, including corporate real property in which I have a controlling interest or I am an officer of such corporation. 1 agree to submit to the city clerk said information in the required form verified and under oath within 30 days of my appointment and I shall include the following information as to each parcel of land: (1) The legal description and common address; (2) The municipal or county zoning classification wherein the property is located; and (3) The manner in which the property is presently being utilized. • I understand that 1 am required to list only those real properties that are located within the corporate limits of the city or those properties located 500 feet beyond the corporate limits of thecity. • 1 agree to comply with all financial disclosure requirements of the City, the County and the State including the requirements set forth in Section 2-11.1 of the Miami -Dade County Code, and Florida Statutes Sec. 112.3145. • I agree to comply with all ethics course requirements of City of Miami Code Section 2-38. • I acknowledge that the code of ethics of Miami -Dade County shall apply to me as a member or aitem0e member of the Planning, Zoning and Appeals Board and hereby agree to abide by all the provisionsthereof. C • 1 recognize that membership on the Planning, Zoning and Appeals Board requires my regulaend 'ce nd participation at board meetings. Form Boards/MA-PAB/ZB-0206 01 Page 3 of 4 • to CD c, 147 .4 'V I hereby certify that all information in this application is complete, truthful, and accurate to the best of my knowledge and that I have read and understand the qualifications and conditions of membership listed in this application. Print Name Signature Date /D.Dzaos FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS Please complete this form and submit to: Office of the City Clerk City of Miami 3500 Pan American Drive Miami, FL 33133 Attn: Nicole N. Ewan Information may be copied and pasted ir_jV this form from other computer programs, i.e. MS Word. Information that is typed directly Into the form may be "Saved as Text" an then opened in other computer programs. For additional information on the Planning, Zoning and Appeals Board, please contac Ms. Olga Zamora, Chief of Hearing Boards, at (305) 416-2037 or email at: Form BoardslMA-PAB/ZB-0208 01 ozamora(a»miamioov.com Page 4 of 4 1. Describe the qualities, experience, expertise and abilities that you possess that would make you an effective board member that will act in the public interest. My background, experience and expertise spans a wide range between starting in the tt e„. .�trthitecture Engineering and Construction (AEC) industry all the way to my current bsition in academics. I am currently an Assistant Professor of Practice in the Civil, ,�,krchitectural and Environmental Engineering Department at the University of Miami. This �✓ ' �t''�experience has given me expertise in working on committees and with faculty to make 'Rr� `�p the best decisions for the group. Academic and government committee decision making ��, 4%, processes share the same foundation of finding the best solutions for societal progress. My background however started in the AEC industry, and I currently own and operate Trussoni Architecture Group, a small architecture/engineering office in the City of Miami. Practicing architecture in Miami has made me very familiar with the strengths and weaknesses of the Miami 21 Zoning code. My professional experience also keeps me grounded in developing practical and efficient solutions. However, the most valuable contribution I would bring to the committee is the engineering input and perspective I can contribute to the decision making process in addition to my architecture and urban planning experience. 2. Describe your educational background and general knowledge of planning and zoning. a. I hold four degrees: i. PhD in Civil Engineering (University of Miami) ii. Master of Urban Planning: Suburb & Town Design (University of Miami) iii. M. Arch (University of Miami) iv. Bachelor of Science in Architectural Engineering (Milwaukee School of Engineering) The goal of my education was to give myself the most well rounded foundational knowledge of the complete built environment. My knowledge in planning and zoning started in my household as a child with having a Zoning Director as a Step -Father. However, my understanding and appreciation for the multi -layered cultural, social and psychological implications of the build environment developed during my graduate education. I learned to design an urban plan and then codifying those desired built environments into either written or form based codes. As a practicing architect I also have the knowledge of being on the other side of that process, designing buildings to a client's desires and program by interpreting and implementing zoning codes. 3. Describe any prior community or personal involvement that you have had that demonstrates interest in and concern for planning and planning implementation. a. I have participated in several community planning Charrettes including ones in Little Havana, City of Coral Gables and in City of Duluth, MN. My Master's thesis was titled "Courthouse Square" and it focused on re-establishing the John Nolen plan of public spaces that existed in my hometown of LaCrosse, WI. While an Assistant Professor at Milwaukee School of Engineering I wrote many articles for both the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel and a popularwebsite called Urban Milwaukee related to planning related topics. One particular article was on implementing a streetcar in downtown Milwaukee, which was completed last year. I was a board member on Historic Milwaukee, Inc. from 2009 to 2010 and I am the current chair of the Florida Engineers in Education Committee for the Florida Engineering Society. 4. Describe any planning or land use or growth management seminars that you have attended. a. I have attended two Congress for New Urbanism Conferences in Atlanta, GA and Madison, WI. While I attended many interesting sessions some that stood out to me were on public transportation related to public health, retrofitting suburbs, building safer streets, incremental urbanism and agriculture integrated with urbanism. 5. Describe any membership in organizations having the primary aim of the furtherance of dissemination of knowledge of and support of sound planning and implementation of planning programs. a. My largest accomplishment related to planning organizations was being a co-founder of the Congress for New Urbanism in Wisconsin. For several years 1 was the Vice -President of CNU Wisconsin and the chair of the Public Speaker Series where we had the likes of John Norquist and Rocky Marcoux speak to the public on a regular basis on planning topics. In the future I would like to become more active in the Urban Land Institute because it focuses on the complete built environment. 6. Describe any other activity evidencing knowledge and interest in the public purposes of planning and plan implementation. a. As a faculty member in the Civil, Architectural and Environmental Engineering Department at the University of Miami I run the "Senior Design Studio". Every year we search to bring projects for the students that have urban planning challenges. Last year our projects were in the Coconut Grove NCD-2 overlay district and we worked with Jeremy Calleros Gauger of the City of Miami Planning Department to demonstrate what the proposed changes in that district would look like in built form. Two yes p r we worked with the Elizabeth Wheaton of the City of Miami Beach on a plan fgrz rth Yliami Beach and plans for several parks that included strategies for sea -level rind 4Sma change. This year we are working on two sites in the City of Coral GabbA with City) Manager Peter Iglesias and Zoning Official Devin Cejas that are aimed at_ onstrating� Coral Gables' commitment to becoming a Smart City. -5.7 r •N rn CURRICULUM VITAE ld 1 ////1_!f 1. IR( ,SSlt\l 1. Last CV Date Confirmed: March 1, 2020 I. Personal 2. Name: Matthew Jacob Trussoni 3. Home Phone: (305) 803-8642 3A.Office Phone: (305) 284-2991 4. Email: trussoni@miami.edu 5. Address: 2335 Tequesta Lane Miami, Florida 33133 6. Current Academic Rank: Assistant Professor of Practice 6A.Current Track of Appointment: 7. Primary Department: Civil, Architectural, & Environmental Engineering 8. Secondary or Joint Appointment: 9. Citizenship: Citizen (United States of America) 10. Visa Type: II. Higher Education 11. Institutional 0 CO 5-1 0 -rtrIA University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida, PhD, Civil (Structural) Engineering. (2009) University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida, MS, Master of Architecture. (2005) University of Miami, Coral Gables, Fl, MS, Urban Design. (2005) Milwaukee School of Engineering, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, BS, Architectural Engineering. (2003) 12. Non -Institutional Certificate Urban Green Council, Green Professional. (2018) Autodesk University, Building Performance Analysis Certificate. (2015) Conference International Concrete Sustainability Conference. (2014) 1 PDS, Technology Conference. (2011) Congress State of Wisconsin, Congress for New Urbanism. (2011) ' 13 c• ► State of Georgia, Congress for New Urbanism. (2010) cfc Convention o• -- `0 oo American Concrete Institute, Spring Convention. (2013) rIr. 0 v� American Concrete Institute, Fall Convention. (2010) 'a American Institute of Architects Convention. (2010) �� N Summit Green Energy. (2010) Other American Society of Engineering Education, Virtual Communities of Practice Program. (2014) Associated Collegiate Schools of Architecture, 100th. (2012) Autodesk University. (2012) PDS, Technology Conference. (2012) Building Technology Educators Society. (2011) 13. Certification and Licensure Certification Green Building Professional (GPRO), Urban Green Council. (2018 - Present) Building Performance Analysis, Autodesk Univeristy. (2013 - Present) Licensure Certified General Contractor, State of Florida. (2018 - Present) Professional Engineer, State of Florida. (2009 - Present) Registered Architect, State of Florida. (2007 - Present) IILI. Experience 14. Academic University of Miami, Assistant Professor. (2013 - Present) Henan University, Visiting Professor. (2014 - 2018) Milwaukee School of Engineering, Assistant Professor. (2009 - 2013) 15. Hospital Appointments 16. Non -Academic 2 19. Juried or Refereed Journal Articles or Exhibitions Trussoni Architecture Group, Principal. (2009 - Present) Gerald F. DeMarco Architect, Architect, Engineer, Project Manager. (2004 - 2009) USDA Forest Products Laboratory, Engineering Technician. (2002) Skyline Development Corp., Architectural Intern. (2000 - 2002) River City Masonry, Mason. (1995 - 1999) IV. Publications 18. Books and Monographs Published Books 1. Trussoni, M. J. (2020). The Modern Residence. Chapter in Book. Panache Press. https://inspired.uberflip.com/i/1202157-trussoni-architecture-group/0? c� r.)�- 71 Book Chapters �o To in 1, n Monographs-Y,,=,i rn Textbooks 3� NCD rri _ x N Journal Article 1. Trussoni, M. J., Raebel, C., Huttelmaier, P., Simatic, E. (2014). Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) Comparison for Long Span Cable and Truss Structural Systems: A Case Study. ASCE Journal of Architectural Engineering, 21, 33. 2. Trussoni, M. J., Zollo, R., Hays, C. (2013). Fracture Properties of Concrete Mixtures Containing Expanded Polystyrene Aggregate Replacement. ACI Materials Journal, 110, 549-557. 3. Trussoni, M. J., Hays, C., Zollo, R. (2012). Comparing Lightweight Polystyrene Concrete Using Engineered or Waste Materials. ACI Materials Journal, 109, 101-108. 20. Other Works, Publications and Abstracts Abstract 1. Trussoni, M. J., Zollo, R., Jordan, J., Nanni, A. (2015). Glass Fiber Reinforced Polymer (GFRP) for Reinforced Concrete Balconies in Coastal Environments (Presentation). http://www.nrmcaevents.org/?nav=display&file=715: International Concrete Sustainability Conference. 2. Trussoni, M. J., Hays, C., Zollo, R. (2013). Fracture Properties of Concrete Mixtures Containing Expanded Polystyrene Aggregate Replacement (Presentation). American Concrete Institute Spring Convention. 3. Trussoni, M. J., Woo, J. (2012). How do you Integrate Sustainability and BIM into a 3 Multi -Disciplinary Design /Build Curriculum (Presentation). http://aucache.autodesk.com/au2012/sessionsFiles/1: Autodesk University. 4. Trussoni, M. J., Hays, C., Zollo, R. (2010). Comparing Lightweight Polystyrene Concrete Using Engineered or Waste Materials (Presentation). American Concrete Institute Fall Convention. Article 1. Trussoni, M. J. (2010). Rail Stops that Make Sense. Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. 2. Trussoni, M. J. (2010). A Milwaukee Streetcar Named Convenience. Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. 3. Trussoni, M. J. (2004). Park East Redevelopment, Wisconsin. The Town Paper. Conference Proceeding 1. Trussoni, M. J., Zollo, R., Jordan, J., Nanni, A. (2015). Glass Fiber Reinforced Polymer (GFRP) for Reinforced Concrete Balconies in Coastal Environments. 2015 International Concrete Sustainability Conference. 2. Trussoni, M. J., Hays, C., Zollo, R. (2013). 2.Fracture Properties of Concrete Mixtures Containing Expanded Polystyrene Aggregate Replacement. American Concrete Institute Spring Convention. 3. Trussoni, M. J., Woo, J. (2012). 3.How do you Integrate Sustainability and BIM into a Multi -Disciplinary Design / Build Curriculum. Autodesk University. 4. Zollo, R., Hays, C., Trussoni, M. J. (2010). 5.Comparing Lightweight Polystyrene Concrete Using Engineered or Waste Materials. American Concrete Institute Fall Convention. 21. Other Works, Accepted for Publication V. Professional 22. Funded Research Performed 23. Editorial Responsibilities 24. Professional and Honorary Organizations Florida Engineering Society. (2014 - Present) American Society of Civil Engineers. (2013 - 2016) American Institute of Architects. (2010 - 2016) Building Technology Educators Society. (2009 - 2015) 25. Honors and Awards Eliahu I. Jury Excellence in Service Innovation Award, University of Miami - College of Engineering. (2018) Tau Beta Pi, Milwaukee School of Engineering. (2001) 4 26. Post -Doctoral Fellowships 27. Other Professional Activities a. Presentations b. Media Newspaper TCPa1m: USA Today Network, Interview for article: <a href="https://www.tcpalm.com/restricted/?return=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tcpalm.com%2Fstory%2 Fnews%2Flocal%2Fshaping-our-future%2F2019%2F 12%2F04%2Fhighway-safety-dozens-of-treas ure-coast-bridges-in-poor-health%2F 3907690002%2F ">https://www.tcpalm.com/restricted/?return= https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tcpalm.com%2Fstory%2Fnews%2Flocal%2Fshaping-our-future%2F2019 %2F 12%2F04%2Fhighway-safety-dozens-of-treasure-coast-bridges-in-poor-health%2F3907690002 %2F</a>. (October 2020) c. Faculty Development Seminar, Hard Rock Guitar High Rise, Center for Tall Buildings in Urban Habitat, Seminole Reservation, Florida, USA. (September 26, 2019) Conference Attendance, Florida Engineering Society Annual Conference, Florida Engineering Society, St. Petersburg, FL, USA, Hosted the Florida Engineers in Education Track for the conference. (July 24, 2019 - July 27, 2019) Conference Attendance, Florida Engineering Society Annual Conference, Florida Engineering Society, San Marco Island, Florida, United States. (August 1, 2018 - August 3, 2018) Conference Attendance, Advanced National Effective Teaching Institute (NETI-2), American Society for Engineering Education, Salt Lake City, Utah, United States. (June 28, 2018 - June 29, 2018) Conference Attendance, Florida Engineering Society Annual Conference, Florida Engineering Society (FES), West Palm Beach, Florida, United States. (August 3, 2017 - August 4, 2017) Faculty Fellowship, Faculty Learning Community, University of Miami, Miami, Florida, United States, A University program dedicated to improving teaching in the area of active learning. (January 1, 2017 - May 1, 2017) Conference Attendance, National Effective Teaching Institute (NETI), American Society of Engineering Education, San Diego, California, USA, A national conference focused on improving engineering education teaching techniques. (January 7, 2017 - January 9, 2017) Conference Attendance, International Concrete Sustainability Conference, Miami, Fl, External. (2015) Program, Virtual Communities of Practice Program, American Society of Engineering Education. (2014) 5 Convention, Spring Convention, American Concrete Institute, Minneapolis, MN, United States, External. (2013) Other, Associated Collegiate Schools of Architecture 100th, Associated Collegiate Schools of Architecture, Boston, MA. (2012) Other, Autodesk University, Las Vegas, NV. (2012) Conference Attendance, PDS Technology Conference, PDS, Milwaukee, WI. (2012) Faculty Fellowship, PDS Technology Conference, Milwaukee, MI, United States, External. (2012) Other, Building Technology Educators Society, Toronto, Ontario, Canada. (2011) Conference Attendance, PDS Technology Conference, PDS, Milwaukee, WI. (2011) Other, Congress for New Urbanism, Madison, WI. (2011) Other, American Concrete Institute Fall Convention, American Concrete Institute, Pittsburgh, PA, United States. (2010) Other, American Institute of Architects Convention, American Institute of Architects, Miami, FL, United States. (2010) Other, Congress for New Urbanism, Atlanta, GA, United States. (2010) Other, Green Energy Summit, Milwaukee, WI, United States. (2010) d. Others 5th Annual Shukka Competition, Judge and Advisor. (2015) c? - ' `1 a VI. Teaching mac; 28. Teaching Awards Received C) N rn x ca 29. Teaching Specialization CAE 213-0: Behavior of Structural Systems I. (Fall 2016, 2017) CAE 561-D: Computer Aided Architectural Engineering Design. (Fall 2016, 2017) CAE 661-D: Computer Aided Architecture Engineering Design. (Fall 2016, 2017) CAE 703-C3: Master's Design Project I. (Fall 2017) CAE 810-6: Master's Thesis. (Fall 2017) CAE 403-C: Senior Design Project I - Engineering Design. (Fall 2016, 2017) ARC 585-10: Special Problems. (Fall 2016, 2017) CAE 313-P: Behavior of Structural Systems II. (Spring 2016, 2017) CAE 810-7: Master's Thesis. (Spring 2017) CAE 404-C: Senior Design Project II - Construction Documents. (Spring 2017) CAE 404-C: Senior Design Project II - Civil & Architectural. (Spring 2016) 6 CAE 395-9: Undergraduate Research. (Spring 2016) 30. Thesis and Dissertation Advising/Post-doctoral Student Supervision Dissertation Advisor Advised: Reymundo Miranda 2017 - Present Advised: Wei Tian Coupled Simulation of Indoor Airflow, HVAC, Control, and Building Envelope, 2016 - 2017 Dissertation Committee Chair Advised: Ezgi Ozcoban Life Cycle Assessment Comparison of Traditional Reinforced Concrete and FRP Reinforced Concrete Bridges, 2015 - 2017 Advised: Sen Huang Model -Based Optimization of Building Systems Operation, 2015 Advised: Adane Z. Abegaz Advanced Fiber Reinforced Composites as Confining Systems for RC Columns, 2013 Advised: Saman Babaeidarabad Masonry Walls Strengthened with Fabric -Reinforced Cementitious Matrix Composite Subjected to In -Plane and Out -Plane Load, 2013 Dissertation Committee Member Advised: Thomas Cadena77i 2018 - 2019 Faculty Mentoring August 2017 - January 2018 Graduate Student Advisor Advised: Brandon McKee 2018 - Present Master's Thesis Committee Chair Advised: Daniel Kornaus Stapleton Airport Redevelopment, 2012 University of Wisconsin -SARUP Advised: Evan Simatic Life -Cycle Assessment (LCA) Comparison of LongSpan Structural Systems, 2012 Milwaukee School of Engineering Advised: Zach Ruggerio Design of Load Bearing Tensegrity Structures, 2012 Milwaukee School of Engineering Advised: Eric Raz Design Parameters of Lightweight Structural Systems, 2011 7 Milwaukee School of Engineering Advised: Kyle Gast Centripetal Spaces, 2011 University of Wisconsin -SARUP Advised: Glenn Frazee Design of Timber Lamella Segmental Arches, 2010 Milwaukee School of Engineering Advised: Jake Wurtz Aggregate Replacement with Potery Cull in Concrete, 2010 Milwaukee School of Engineering Mentor Advised: Dillon Star May 2018 - August 2018 Advised: Chase Caruso August 2017 - May 2018 Advised: Miguel Amezcua February 2018 - April 2018 Supervised Research Advised: Maria Arguelles Structural Building Design with Post Tension Concrete, 2016 - Present Advised: Fabiano Praca Life -Cycle Assessment and Life -Cycle Cost Comparison for Reinforced Concrete and Glass Fiber Reinforced Polymer Concrete Systems, 2014 - 2015 Advised: Josh Jordan Concrete balconies reinforced with GFRP rebar for corrosion resistance, 2014 - 2015 Advised: Josh Jordan Structural Assessment and Comparison of Steel Reinforcement Concrete and Glass Fiber Reinforcement Polymer Concrete Systems, 2014 - 2015 Advised: Machenzie Cerjan Comparison of Steel and Reinforced Concrete Systems, 2014 - 2015 Supervised Teaching Activity Advised: Alex Briel Ferre Building LEED Lab Project, 2017 - 2019 VII. Service 31. University Committee and Administrative Responsibilities Adviser, Study Abroad GE3. (October 2018 - Present). Adviser, Florida Engineering Society Student Chapter. (September 2018 - Present). 8 Host, College of Engineering Open House. (April 8, 2018 - Present). Faculty Member, Active Classrooms Initiative. (2016 - Present). BSAE+MArch Program Advisor. (2016 - Present). Advise students and update curriculum for Bachelor of Architectural Engineering + Master of Architecture Degree Program Committee Member, Senior Design Expo. (2016 - Present). Coordinator/Advisor, Study Abroad & UNIBO (Italy). (2014 - Present). Exchange Program Host, FAU Professors Visiting Active Classroom. (November 9, 2018 - 2019). Adviser, Ferre Building LEED Lab. (2018 - 2019). Secretary, Florida Engineering Society. (2015 - 2019). n N Educational Council CI Organizer, Florida Engineering Society. (October 3, 2019).c' Lecture by Dr. Hadi for student chapter 4? 0-1 Advising. (August 16, 2019 - August 17, 2019). Freshman Advising y N Committee Member, University of Miami. (2016 - 2018). r w Senior Design Expo Committee ?' Adviser, Henan University Curriculum Review. (October 24, 2018 - December 7, 2018). NAAB Program Accreditation Visit. (2016 - 2017). Student Chapter Advisor, ASCE. (2013 - 2016). Council Member, College of Engineering. (2013 - 2016). Advisory Board Member, Engineering Innovation Center. (2014 - 2015). Architectural Engineering Committee Member, ABET. (2014). 73 5�� 32. Community Activities Volunteer, Castaways for Cancer, Miami, Florida. (2019) Attendee, City of Miami Planning Department - NCD 2/3 Meeting, Miami, Florida. (2018 - 2019) Volunteer, DryHootch (Veterans Affairs Group). "Helping Veterans and their families who survived that war, survive the peace". Brady Street Facility: Volunteered Structural Engineering services and labor. (2011) Volunteer, La Orden de Malta, Havana. Distributed Food and medicine to Iglesia de Los Pinos (2006) Volunteer, MAST Academy. Memorial Project (2010) Committee Member, Miami Dade Solar Co-op, Miami, Florida. (2017 - 2018) 9 Volunteer, Solar Open House, Miami, Florida. Hosted open house for community to learn about residential solar Organizer, West Lab Elementary School, Coral Gables, Fl. 1st Grade Class visited the College of Engineering and Structural 10 installation. (2019) Lab (2016) a w