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Home My WebLink AboutSubmittal-Public Comments Submitted Online for the February 22, 2024 City Commission MeetingCommission Report - Public Comments for the February 22, 2024 Meeting Public Comment for February 22, 2024, Regular City Commission Meeting February 22, 2024 3:36 PM MST Public Comment motero@miamigov.com First Last Street Agen Nam Nam Addre da Public Comment e e ss Item FR. 3 #1541 6 244 Amen Vizca d MAR BER yne Code "I would like to ask the City of Miami Commissioners to support the code amendment asking for the E NAR Blvd removal and prohibition of the LED billboards from public parks, streets, and other public areas in ID 2610 Chapt downtown Miami. Thank you." Miami er 2 - Fl Outdo or Adver tising FR. 3 #1541 6 244 Amen biscay d ne Code "I would like to ask the City of Miami Commissioners to support the code amendment asking for the Srip ad Rao bled removal and prohibition of the LED billboards from public parks, streets, and other public areas in 4403, Chapt downtown Miami. Thank you." Please spread the word. Thank you00 miami er 2 - 33132 Outdo or Adver tising FR. 3 #1541 6 Amen d 244 Ruth Kalla biscay Code I would like to ask the City of Miami Commissioners to support the code amendment asking for the removal and prohibition of the LED billboards from public parks, streets, and other public areas in ie i ne Blvd Chapt downtown Miami. Thank you er 2 - Outdo or Adver tising Pao Mina ova Bour 244 Bisca yne FR. 3 I would like to ask the City of Miami Commissioners to support the code amendment asking for the #1541 removal and prohibition of the LED billboards from public parks, streets, and other public areas in 6 downtown Miami. Thank you. 15620 Submittal -Public Comments Submitted Online for the February 22, 2024 City Commission Meeting First Last Street AMP Nam Nam Addre Public Comment e e ss gRfilP Chapt er 2 - Outdo or Adver tising FR. 3 244 #1541 6 Bisca Amen yne Boule Code I would like to ask the City of Miami Commissioners to support the code amendment asking for the Nata Sam yard, sha tani Apt removal and prohibition of the LED billboards from public parks, streets, and other public areas in Chapt downtown Miami. Thank you. 2902 er 2 - Miami FL Outdo or 33132 Adver tising FR. 3 #1541 6 Amen d 1402 Bricke Code I would like to ask the City of Miami Commissioners to support the code amendment asking for the Lisa Borg It Bay removal and prohibition of the LED billboards from public parks, streets, and other public areas in Chapt downtown Miami. Thank you. Dr er 2 - Outdo or Adver tising FR. 3 #1541 244 6 Bisca Amen yne d Blvd. Code I would like to ask the City of Miami Commissioners to support the code amendment asking for the N/A N/A Miami removal and prohibition of the LED billboards from public parks, streets, and other public areas in Chapt downtown Miami. Thank you. Florid er 2 - a Outdo 33132 or Adver tising Mich Feuli 900 FR. 3 It is shameful that decisions were made regarding billboards in our parks without representation from ael ng Bisca #1541 District 2. Please support commissioner Pardo and stop the actions which were initiated by Joe Carolto yne 6 and de la Portilla. Blvd Amen d Code Chapt er 2 - Outdo or First Last Street Agen Nam Nam Addre da e e ss Item 57 Nw 31st robe mine street rt r esq miami fl 33127 Adver tising PZ. 11 #1260 9 PZAB Decisi on Appe al- 3160 N. Miami Av PZ. 12 #1283 5 2151 PZAB Em Sotill SW Decisi ma o 21st on TER Appe al- 2155 SW 22 St Public Comment Ladies and gentlemen of the zoning board, esteemed community members, As a 3 decade resident, attorney, and property owner in Wynwood, I vehemently oppose the proposed establishment of a medical marijuana dispensary on my block and in our vibrant neighborhood. A thorough examination of experiences in other communities, applicable legal precedent, and Wynwood's unique character presents compelling reasons against this venture. My argument rests on the following crucial points: 1. Increased Safety Concerns: Dispensaries attract elevated risk: Studies illustrate a correlation between medical marijuana dispensaries and increased crime. California: A Saratoga City Council staff report found links to heightened property crime (http://saratoga.granicus.com/MetaViewer.php? view_id=8&clip_id=688&meta_id=26541) Colorado: Research showed crime increases shortly after dispensary openings (https://news.ucdenver.edu/do-marijuana-dispensaries-increase-neighborhood- crime/) Los Angeles: Studies found crime increases around shuttered dispensaries, indicating their presence may act as a deterrent (https://wwwncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5703207/) Security strain on resources: These facilities necessitate heightened security, straining law enforcement resources. 2. Undermining Wynwood's Artistic Identity and Family -Friendly Transformation: Threat to revitalization: Wynwood has thrived on its unique spirit and the influx of businesses catering to families and a diverse crowd. A dispensary risks disrupting this balance. Negative perception: Dispensaries can detract visitors and erode Wynwood's reputation as a creative and welcoming hub. 3. Potential Negative Impact on Property Values: Research suggests correlation: Evidence points to the potential impact of medical marijuana dispensaries on property values Research suggests correlation: Evidence points to the potential impact of medical marijuana dispensaries on property values: California: Data indicates a connection to lower property values (http://saratoga.granicus.com/MetaViewer.php? view_id=8&clip_id=688&meta_id=26541). Wynwood's premium at risk: This could undermine gains in property values from our revitalization efforts, threatening community investment. 4. Increased Accessibility and Impact on Youth: Normalizing substance use: The presence of a dispensary normalizes marijuana, making it more accessible to vulnerable populations, including youth. Youth protection: We have a responsibility to protect our youth, and locating a dispensary near schools sends a conflicting message. 5. Strain on Existing Social and Medical Support Infrastructure: Increased Demand on Services: Studies have shown a link between marijuana dispensary density and increases in hospitalizations related to marijuana abuse and dependence (https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4536157/ and https://wwwcanada.ca/en/health- canada/services/drugs-medication/cannabis.html) Wynwood's existing social and medical support systems may become overburdened as a result. 6. Potential Violation of Federal Law: Federal versus state supremacy: Marijuana remains classified as a Schedule I controlled substance federally, creating conflicts with state legislation exposing our community to potential legal consequences. 7. Increased Risk of Robbery Due to Cash -Only Transactions Federal Banking Restrictions: Due to federal restrictions, most dispensaries cannot legally accept credit or debit cards, forcing them to operate on a cash -only basis. Attractive Targets: Large amounts of cash on -site make dispensaries prime targets for theft and robbery, escalating crime risks in the surrounding neighborhood. Alternative Solutions: I propose exploration of strictly controlled delivery services to allow patients access to medical marijuana, mitigating the risks associated with dispensaries. Conclusion: Wynwood is at a pivotal point. I urge the zoning board to consider the legal ramifications, potential threats to community safety, Wynwood's unique character, and increased robberies. For these reasons, please deny approval for the medical marijuana dispensary in Wynwood. Thank you, furthermore this might as welt be labelled the "LET'S BRING DRUGS BACK TO WYNWOOD." proposal Please take into consideration that the proposed location for this cannabis dispensary is within three blocks of Shenandoah Middle School. The community wilt have to be on constant alert because of students having easy access to cannabis products that can be provided without consent to minors, and there is not enough staff to prevent the presence of these products around the school. Please help us avoid unsupervised access to cannabis in this neighborhood. Thank you. First Last Street Agen Nam Nam Addre da Public Comment e e ss Item FR. 3 #1541 6 244 Amen Bisca d There should be no digital billboards allowed that: 1) take away from the natural beauty of our parks yne and public spaces (like the Torch of Freedom, Bayfront or Ferre Parks; 2) that face the windows of Mich Nie Code Blvd residential units causing light pollution, visual blight, potentially causing health impacts by disrupting elte mey 3009 the residents' sleep, and/or negatively impacting their views and as a result, their property values; or 3) er Miami Chapt that distract drivers on our city streets, county or state roads including the causeways to Miami Beach erg - , FL or the Port of Miami. 33132 Outdo or Adver tising FR. 4 #1550 0 888 Amen We have 500 families in our building who are grateful to Commissioner Pardo for proposing this Bisca d moratorium. We are unanimously opposed to the placement of LED billboards - especially huge, Krist Brow yne Code intrusive billboards. We worked hard just this past year with the folks at Kaseya Center to get them to en de Blvd. - turn down their bright sign, which woke everyone up at 6:02 AM when they turned it on - and we don't Apt. Sectio want to go back to those days, just with another sign operator. Please vote for the moratorium and 2401 n 2- against any permits to put LED signs within our neighborhood - especially those in our parks! 779 - Morat orium FR. 3 #1541 6 Amen 888 d We have 500 families in our building who are unanimously opposed to the placement of LED billboards Bisca Code - especially huge, intrusive billboards. We worked hard just this past year with the folks at Kaseya Krist Brow yne en de Blvd. Center to get them to turn down their bright sign, which woke everyone up at 6:02 AM when they Apt. Chapt turned it on - and we don't want to go back to those days, just with another sign operator. Please vote er 2 - against any permits to put LED signs within our neighborhood - especially those in our parks! 2401 Outdo or Adver tising 45 nw PZ. 31st 11 street #1260 miami 9 fl PZAB robe mine 33127 Decisi & 57 on N/A rt nw Appe 31st at - street 3160 miami N. fl Miami 33127 Av End of Report