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HomeMy WebLinkAboutOMNI CRA 2018-11-14 Agenda PacketCity of Miami 3500 Pan American Drive Miami, FL 33133 www.miamigov.com Meeting Agenda Wednesday, November 14, 2018 12:00 PM Temple Israel of Greater Miami 137 NE 19th Street Miami, FL 33136 OMNI Community Redevelopment Agency Ken Russell, Chair, District Two Keon Hardemon, Vice Chair, District Five Wifredo (Willy) Gort, Board Member, District One Joe Carollo, Board Member, District Three Manolo Reyes, Board Member, District Four ************************* OMNI and MIDTOWN CRA OFFICE ADDRESS: 1401 N. Miami Avenue, 2"d Floor, Miami 33136 Phone: (305) 679-6868 www.miamicra.com OMNI Community Redevelopment Agency Meeting Agenda November 14, 2018 CALL TO ORDER OMNI CRA DISCUSSION ITEM(S) 1. OMNI CRA DISCUSSION 5127 DISCUSSION ITEM REGARDING THE REBRANDING OF OMNI CRA LOGO AND WEBSITE. 2. OMNI CRA DISCUSSION 5126 DISCUSSION ITEM REGARDING OMNI CRA PROJECTS. OMNI CRA RESOLUTION(S) 1. OMNI CRA RESOLUTION 4782 A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE OMNI REDEVELOPMENT DISTRICT COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY ("CRA"), WITH ATTACHMENTS, BY A FOUR -FIFTHS (4/5THS) AFFIRMATIVE VOTE, AFTER AN ADVERTISED PUBLIC HEARING, RATIFYING, APPROVING, AND CONFIRMING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR'S FINDING THAT COMPETITIVE NEGOTIATION METHODS AND PROCEDURES ARE NOT PRACTICABLE OR ADVANTAGEOUS TO THE CRA PURSUANT TO SECTION 18-85(A) OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA, AS AMENDED, AS ADOPTED BY THE CRA; WAIVING THE REQUIREMENTS FOR SAID PROCEDURES; AUTHORIZING THE ALLOCATION OF GRANT FUNDS FROM ACCOUNT NO. 10040.920501.883000 IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $500,000.00 TO REBUILDING TOGETHER MIAMI-DADE, INC., FLORIDA NOT FOR PROFIT CORPORATION ("REBUILDING"), TO PROVIDE PARTIAL FUNDING FOR A "HOME IMPROVEMENT FA?ADE PROGRAM" ("PROGRAM"); AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO DISBURSE FUNDS, AT HIS DISCRETION, ON A REIMBURSEMENT BASIS TO REBUILDING OR DIRECTLY TO VENDORS UPON PRESENTATION OF INVOICES AND SATISFACTORY DOCUMENTATION; AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO NEGOTIATE AND EXECUTE ANY AND ALL DOCUMENTS NECESSARY TO EFFECTUATE THE PROGRAM, IN A FORM ACCEPTABLE TO THE GENERAL COUNSEL. 2. OMNI CRA RESOLUTION 5128 A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE OMNI REDEVELOPMENT DISTRICT COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY ("CRA"), WITH ATTACHMENT(S), ACCEPTING AND APPROVING THE ASSESSMENT OF NEED STUDY PREPARED BY PMG ASSOCIATES, INC., ATTACHED AND INCORPORATED AS EXHIBIT "A" ("STUDY"), FOR THE EXTENSION OF LIFE OF THE CRA; FINDING THAT THE STUDY AREA CONSTITUTES A SLUM OR BLIGHTED AREA AS DEFINED IN SECTION 163, FLORIDA STATUTES; FINDING THAT THERE IS A SHORTAGE OF HOUSING AFFORDABLE TO RESIDENTS OF LOW OR MODERATE INCOME, INCLUDING THE ELDERLY; AND FINDING THAT THE REBUILDING, REHABILITATION, CONSERVATION, AND REDEVELOPMENT OF THE STUDY AREA IS NECESSARY AND IS IN THE OMNI Community Redevelopment Agency Page 2 Printed on 11/9/2018 OMNI Community Redevelopment Agency Meeting Agenda November 14, 2018 BEST INTEREST OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH, SAFETY, MORALS, AND WELFARE OF THE RESIDENTS OF THE CITY OF MIAMI ("CITY") AND MIAMI-DADE COUNTY ("COUNTY"); FURTHER DIRECTING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO TRANSMIT A COPY OF THE STUDY TO THE CITY AND THE COUNTY FOR FURTHER LEGISLATIVE ACTION. 3. OMNI CRA RESOLUTION 5129 A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE OMNI REDEVELOPMENT DISTRICT COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY ("CRA"), WITH ATTACHMENTS, APPROVING THE RELOCATION PLAN PROGRAM, IN SUBSTANTIALLY THE ATTACHED FORM, FOR TEMPORARY RELOCATION ASSISTANCE TO RESIDENTS THAT ARE DISPLACED AS A RESULT OF A CRA PROJECT ("PROGRAM"); AUTHORIZING AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $50,000.00 FOR THE PROGRAM FROM RESERVE FUNDS; FURTHER AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO DISBURSE FUNDS, AT HIS DISCRETION, DIRECTLY TO RESIDENTS OR TO VENDORS THAT MAY ASSIST RESIDENTS FOR ELIGIBLE COSTS; FURTHER AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO NEGOTIATE AND EXECUTE ANY AND ALL DOCUMENTS NECESSARY TO EFFECTUATE THE PROGRAM, IN A FORM ACCEPTABLE TO THE GENERAL COUNSEL. 4. OMNI CRA RESOLUTION 5130 A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE OMNI REDEVELOPMENT DISTRICT COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY ("CRA") BY A FOUR -FIFTHS (4/5THS) AFFIRMATIVE VOTE, AFTER AN ADVERTISED PUBLIC HEARING, RATIFYING, APPROVING, AND CONFIRMING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR'S FINDING THAT COMPETITIVE NEGOTIATION METHODS AND PROCEDURES ARE NOT PRACTICABLE OR ADVANTAGEOUS TO THE CRA PURSUANT TO SECTION 18-85(A) OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA, AS AMENDED, AS ADOPTED BY THE CRA; WAIVING THE REQUIREMENTS FOR SAID PROCEDURES; AUTHORIZING THE ALLOCATION OF GRANT FUNDS FROM ACCOUNT NO. 10040.920501.883000 IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $400,000.00 OVER A TWO (2) YEAR PERIOD TO INHABIT EARTH, INC., A FLORIDA NOT FOR PROFIT CORPORATION ("GRANTEE"), TO PROVIDE PARTIAL FUNDING FOR A POP-UP TEMPORARY URBAN FARM, NEIGHBORHOOD GREENSPACE, EVENT SPACE, AND OTHER ADVANCEMENTS RELATED TO IMPROVING THE PUBLIC REALM ("PROGRAM"); AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO DISBURSE FUNDS, AT HIS DISCRETION, ON A REIMBURSEMENT BASIS DIRECTLY TO THE GRANTEE OR TO VENDORS UPON PRESENTATION OF INVOICES AND SATISFACTORY DOCUMENTATION; AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO NEGOTIATE AND EXECUTE ANY AND ALL DOCUMENTS NECESSARY TO EFFECTUATE THE PROGRAM, IN A FORM ACCEPTABLE TO THE GENERAL COUNSEL. ADJOURNMENT OMNI Community Redevelopment Agency Page 3 Printed on 11/9/2018 OMNI Board of Commissioners Meeting November 14, 2018 1.1 OMNI REDEVELOPMENT DISTRICT COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY INTER -OFFICE MEMORANDUM Board Chair Ken Russell Date: November 9, 2018 and Members of the CRA Board Jason Walker Executive Director 5127 Subject: Rebranding of OMNI CRA Logo and Website Enclosures: Discussion item regarding the rebranding of the OMNI CRA logo and website. Packet Pg. 4 1.1 City of Miami Legislation OMNI CRA Discussion OMNI CRA 1401 N. Miami Avenue Miami, FL 33136 www.miamicra.com File Number: 5127 Final Action Date: DISCUSSION ITEM REGARDING THE REBRANDING OF OMNI CRA LOGO AND WEBSITE. City of Miami Page 2 of 2 File ID: 5127 (Revision:) Printed On: 11/9/2018 Packet Pg. 5 OMNI Board of Commissioners Meeting November 14, 2018 1.2 OMNI REDEVELOPMENT DISTRICT COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY INTER -OFFICE MEMORANDUM Board Chair Ken Russell Date: November 9, 2018 and Members of the CRA Board Jason VVaiker Executive Director Subject: OMNI CRA Projects Enclosures: 5126 Discussion item regarding OMNI CRA projects. Packet Pg. 6 1.2 City of Miami Legislation OMNI CRA Discussion OMNI CRA 1401 N. Miami Avenue Miami, FL 33136 www.miamicra.com File Number: 5126 Final Action Date: DISCUSSION ITEM REGARDING OMNI CRA PROJECTS. City of Miami Page 2 of 2 File ID: 5126 (Revision:) Printed On: 11/9/2018 Packet Pg. 7 OMNI Board of Commissioners Meeting November 14, 2018 2.1 OMNI REDEVELOPMENT DISTRICT COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY INTER -OFFICE MEMORANDUM Board Chair Ken Russell Date: November 9, 2018 and Members of the CRA Board Jason Walker Executive Director File: 4782 Subject: Fagade Program Services Agreement with Rebuilding Together Miami -Dade, Inc. Enclosures: 4782 Exhibit 4782 Bid Waiver Memo 4782 Notice to the Public BACKGROUND: It is recommended that the Board of Commissioners of the Omni Redevelopment District Community Redevelopment Agency ("CRA") approve and adopt the attached resolution authorizing $500,000 in additional funds and the execution of a professional services agreement between the Omni CRA and Rebuilding Together Miami -Dade, Inc.; to provide an "Improvement Fagade Program" and rehabilitation services for residential units in the Omni CRA. JUSTIFICATION: Section 4, Goal D/ Principles A-2, C-4 and C-5, at page 42, of the 2009 Omni CRA Redevelopment Plan, lists "[eliminate conditions which contribute to blight], "encourage the restoration of historic buildings and [enhance the area's visual attractiveness to businesses and residents], by creating opportunities for new development through improvements to the public realm. Section 4.4, C., D-1, at page 41 of the Plan, Section 4.4, D., A-2, at page 42 of the Plan and Section 4.4, E., D-7, at page 42 of the Plan, respectively list maximizing conditions for residents to live in the area, the elimination of conditions which contribute to blight, and minimizing condemnation and relocation as stated redevelopment objectives. FUNDING: $500,000.00 allocated from Omni Tax Increment Fund, Account No. 10040.920501.883000 titled "Other Grants and Aids." Packet Pg. 8 City of Miami Legislation OMNI CRA Resolution OMNI CRA 1401 N. Miami Avenue Miami, FL 33136 www.miamicra.com File Number: 4782 Final Action Date: A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE OMNI REDEVELOPMENT DISTRICT COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY ("CRA"), WITH ATTACHMENTS, BY A FOUR -FIFTHS (4/5THS) AFFIRMATIVE VOTE, AFTER AN ADVERTISED PUBLIC HEARING, RATIFYING, APPROVING, AND CONFIRMING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR'S FINDING THAT COMPETITIVE NEGOTIATION METHODS AND PROCEDURES ARE NOT PRACTICABLE OR ADVANTAGEOUS TO THE CRA PURSUANT TO SECTION 18-85(A) OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA, AS AMENDED, AS ADOPTED BY THE CRA; WAIVING THE REQUIREMENTS FOR SAID PROCEDURES; AUTHORIZING THE ALLOCATION OF GRANT FUNDS FROM ACCOUNT NO. 10040.920501.883000 IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $500,000.00 TO REBUILDING TOGETHER MIAMI-DADE, INC., FLORIDA NOT FOR PROFIT CORPORATION ("REBUILDING"), TO PROVIDE PARTIAL FUNDING FOR A "HOME IMPROVEMENT FAQADE PROGRAM" ("PROGRAM"); AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO DISBURSE FUNDS, AT HIS DISCRETION, ON A REIMBURSEMENT BASIS TO REBUILDING OR DIRECTLY TO VENDORS UPON PRESENTATION OF INVOICES AND SATISFACTORY DOCUMENTATION; AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO NEGOTIATE AND EXECUTE ANY AND ALL DOCUMENTS NECESSARY TO EFFECTUATE THE PROGRAM, IN A FORM ACCEPTABLE TO THE GENERAL COUNSEL. WHEREAS, the Omni Redevelopment District Community Redevelopment Agency ("CRA") is responsible for carrying out community redevelopment activities and projects within its Redevelopment Area in accordance with the 2009 Omni CRA Redevelopment Plan ("Plan"); and WHEREAS, Section 4.4, C., D-1, at page 41 of the Plan; Section 4.4, D., A-2, at page 42 of the Plan; and Section 4.4, E., D-7, at page 42 of the Plan respectively list maximizing conditions for residents to live in the area, the elimination of conditions which contribute to blight, and minimizing condemnation and relocation as stated redevelopment objectives of the CRA; and WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners of the CRA finds that Rebuilding Together Miami -Dade, Inc., a Florida not for profit corporation ("Rebuilding"), is an entity that can assist with accomplishing the above objectives of the Plan through the rehabilitation of building facades within the Redevelopment Area; and WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners of the CRA previously allocated funding in the amounts of $700,000.00 and $600,000.00 to Rebuilding to assist with costs of a "Home Improvement Facade Program" ("Program"); and City of Miami Page 2 of 4 File ID: 4782 (Revision: A) Printed On: 11/9/2018 2.1 Packet Pg. 9 2.1 WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners of the CRA wishes to allocate additional grant funds from Account No.10040.920501.883000 in an amount not to exceed $500,000.00 ("Funds") to Rebuilding to continue to provide partial funding for the Program; and WHEREAS, the Executive Director has made a written finding pursuant to Section 18-85(a) of the Code of the City of Miami, Florida, as amended ("City Code"), as adopted by the Board of Commissioners of the CRA by Resolution No. CRA-R-16- 0042, that competitive negotiation methods and procedures are not practicable or advantageous to the CRA for obtaining said services and has recommended to the Board of Commissioners of the CRA that the finding be adopted and that competitive bidding methods and procedures be waived; and WHEREAS, the Executive Director is requesting authority from the Board of Commissioners of the CRA to negotiate and execute any and all documents necessary to effectuate the Program, in a form acceptable to the General Counsel; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE OMNI REDEVELOPMENT DISTRICT COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY: Section 1. The recitals and findings contained in the Preamble of this Resolution are adopted by reference and incorporated herein as if fully set forth in this Section. Section 2. By a four -fifths (4/5ths) affirmative vote, after an advertised public hearing, the Executive Director's finding that competitive negotiation methods and procedures are not practicable or advantageous to the CRA pursuant to Section 18- 85(a) of the City Code as adopted by the CRA and waiving the requirements for said procedures is ratified, approved, and confirmed. Section 3. The Executive Director is authorized to allocate Funds from Account No. 10040.920501.883000 to Rebuilding to assist with partial funding of the Program. Section 4. The Executive Director is authorized to execute any and all documents necessary to effectuate the Program, in a form acceptable to the General Counsel. Section 5. The Executive Director is authorized to disburse funds, at his discretion, on a reimbursement basis to Rebuilding or directly to vendors upon presentation of invoices and satisfactory documentation. Section 6. This Resolution shall become effective immediately upon its adoption. City of Miami Page 3 of 4 File ID: 4782 (Revision: A) Printed On: 11/9/2018 Packet Pg. 10 2.1 APPROVED AS TO FORM AND CORRECTNESS: VICTORIA MENDEZ, GENERAL COUNSEL City of Miami Page 4 of 4 File ID: 4782 (Revision: A) Printed On: 11/9/2018 Packet Pg. 11 •d Rebuilding al Together. Miami -Dade OMNI CRA Funding Proposal For the OMNI CRA Board Attachment: 4782 Exhibit (4782 : Fagade Program Services Agreement with Rebuilding Together Miami -Dade, Inc.) Packet Pg. 12 2.1.a Summary About Rebuilding Together Miami -Dade, Inc. No homeowner should have to forgo basic home maintenance in order to afford food or medications. Unfortunately, many factors such as job loss, disability, or expensive medical bills often force homeowners to make difficult choices about how to prioritize a limited source of income to meet life's many demands. For 25 years, Rebuilding Together Miami -Dade (RTMD) has preserved affordable homeownership and revitalized communities by providing extensive rehabilitation and modification services for low income veterans, senior citizens, and disabled homeowners in need, free of charge. One hundred percent of homeowners served are between 80°%o and 30°%o of the HUD Area Median Income which is $44,100 for a family of one in Miami -Dade County. The average RTMD homeowner is 69 years old and lives on a small, fixed annual household income of $21,231. The majority of families served have resided in their homes for over 25 years. With the help of volunteers and skilled trades people, along with support from donors, corporate partners, and government officials, RTMD has made critical home repairs to over 800 homes and donated more than 9 million dollars of market value labor to the community. Annually RTMD rehabs 50-60 homes, valued at $1,400,000+ in market worth. Most common modifications include roof replacement or repair,ADAbathroom repairs, kitchen updates, wheelchair ramps, plumbing/electrical repairs, new flooring and exterior beautification. Proposal Rebuilding Together Miami -Dade requests funding in the amount of $500,000 to encourage community revitalization and repair homes in the OMNI CRA, in partnership with the CRA and City of Miami. The goal of this partnership is to not only provide safe and healthy housing for low-income residents, but also to preserve affordable housing in an area that is quickly gentrifying. Repairs Made Will: • Provide critical home repairs such as roof replacements, handicap modifications, kitchen renovations, flooring replacement, painting, landscaping and many other repairs to increase the safety and health of each home • Reduce the number of slip and fall incidents at home • Make homes more energy efficient • Revitalize the OMNI CRA area • Keep long term residents in their homes • Fight gentrification • Preserve affordable housing for future generations Why Work with Rebuilding Together Miami -Dade: Our services prevent long-term residents from losing their homes due to significant damage and unlivable conditions; protecting their investment and maintaining an affordable property for future generations. Preserving existing housing stock as opposed to building new units is not only more cost effective than new Attachment: 4782 Exhibit (4782 : Fagade Program Services Agreement with Rebuilding Together Miami -Dade, Inc.) Packet Pg. 13 2.1.a construction, it is a significantly more environmentally friendly practice. Less waste is generated; reducing energy consumption and carbon emissions. RTMD utilizes hundreds of volunteers to repair and restore homes, public spaces, and nonprofit facilities; revitalizing entire communities and making a lasting impression on the families and communities served. RTMD utilizes volunteers and in -kind donations to leverage dollars, making our services more cost effective than other entities. Our community service days are embraced by community leaders and corporate and community partners as a way of bringing immediate, large-scale impact to our local community in a single day. Methods Phase One: Apply for Services All homeowners applying for Rebuilding Together Miami-Dade's programs and services must complete a homeowner application (attached). In order to be eligible, homeowners must: • Own their home • Be considered low-income according to HUD guidelines for Miami -Dade County • Be considered one of the following: ■ Senior citizen ■ Disabled ■ Veteran ■ Active military ■ Family with minors • Submit proof of citizenship (photo ID and social security) • Report ALL sources of income (including wages, retirement, disability, social security, and etc.) • Submit DD-214or military ID, if veteran or active military • Submit proof of disability, if disabled (if not visible) • Submit energy bills (water, electric, and gas) Phase Two: Home Assessments Home Assessments are comprehensive and consistent in order to identify all significant hazards. Rebuilding Together Miami -Dade focuses on 25 priorities proven to increase the safety and health of homes. A detailed checklist is utilized by our project manager to ensure each priority is addressed adequately. The findings from this checklist are used as a project impact summary report. Once a scope of work has been identified, homeowners sign a contract agreeing upon the scope of work. Phase Three: Construction Home improvements and modifications will be made based on needs identified in the initial assessment. Skilled labor will be completed by contractors, handymen, and volunteers vetted by Rebuilding Together Miami -Dade. Attachment: 4782 Exhibit (4782 : Fagade Program Services Agreement with Rebuilding Together Miami -Dade, Inc.) Packet Pg. 14 2.1.a Phase Four: Wrap Up Once all repairs have been completed a post work audit will take place, once again utilizing the 25 Priorities for Safe and Healthy Homes Checklist, to be sure each priority has been addressed adequately. Our project manager reviews the initial scope of work with the homeowner and a satisfaction report is completed. In addition, our program manager will reach out to homeowners six months, and one year later to compare energy bills. This helps us gage the impact of repairs made and whether we need to reevaluate our methods and practices. C o nclus ion Many households, especially those headed by seniors, have trouble maintaining their home due to lack of disposable income. Entrusting Rebuilding Together Miami -Dade with funds to make repairs and modifications to homes and affordable housing in the OMNI CRA will not only increase the safety and health of each structure in an effort to prevent life threatening accidents and conditions, but also alleviate the stress associated with a deteriorating house, leading to safer, healthier, and happier lives. A partnership between the OMNI CRA and Rebuilding Together Miami -Dade paves the way for a more equitable and sustainable future for low-income residents and their families while also increasing community morale. Additionally, our connections to skilled contractors, corporate sponsors, and volunteers will leverage funds, increasing the value of your investment. Attachment: 4782 Exhibit (4782 : Fagade Program Services Agreement with Rebuilding Together Miami -Dade, Inc.) Packet Pg. 15 2.1.b Ken Russell Board Chair INTER -OFFICE MEMORANDUM Jason Walker Executive Director TO: Board Chair Ken Russell and Members of the CRA Board FROM: Jason Walker Executive Director DATE: November 14t", 2018 SUBJECT: Recommendations and findings to waive competitive negotiation procedures per City Code, authorizing the allocation of Grant funds to Rebuilding Together Miami - Dade, Inc. for the Home Improvement Facade Program" BACKGROUND: The Board of Commissioners of the Omni Redevelopment District Community Redevelopment Agency ("CRA") is responsible for carrying out community redevelopment activities and projects within its redevelopment area in accordance with the 2009 CRA Redevelopment Plan ("Plan"). The CRA approved and adopted Resolution No. CRA-R-16-0040, authorizing the Executive Director to implement the findings of the Grand Jury Report for Miami -Dade County recommending that tax increment funds ("TIF") received by the CRA, be used primarily for removal of slum and blight, and assisting with affordable housing for families and individuals of low or moderate income. REBUILDING TOGETHER MIAMI-DADE, INC. ("Rebuilding"), possess vast and highly specialized expertise in providing critical home repairs to qualified homeowners in Miami -Dade County through its Home Improvement Facade Program ("Program"). Rebuilding's mission, through its community outreach program, is to preserve homeownership and revitalize neighborhoods at no cost to low income, elderly, military veterans, and disabled homeowners. Moreover, Rebuilding has an established presence within the CRA's community and redevelopment area, with a history of providing help and working with community partners to revitalize neighborhoods and reduce social blight. Rebuilding aspires to preserve the existing affordable housing stock located in the CRA, and low income residents are in desperate need of critical home repairs to make their homes healthy, safe and dry. Rebuilding's objective is to keep such residents in their residences so they may age in place with dignity. Rebuilding previously requested aid from the CRA in the amount of $700,000 in grant funding which was approved by the board through CRA-R-16-0061, and through CRA-R-18-0028 in an OMNI COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF MIAMI 1401 N. Miami Avel 2nd Floorl Miami, FL 33136 Tel (305) 679 68681 http://www.miami-cra.org/ Attachment: 4782 Bid Waiver Memo (4782 : Fagade Program Services Agreement with Rebuilding Together Miami -Dade, Inc.) Packet Pg. 16 2.1.b amount of $600,000 towards underwriting a portion of the costs associated with the Program, and furthering its organizational mission through the provision critical home repairs at no cost to qualified homeowners. The Executive Director reviewed and vetted Rebuilding's request, in accordance with the objectives of the Plan. Currently the CRA would like to increase the grant for an additional $500,000 to Rebuilding to complete much needed additional home repairs and renovation. RECOMMENDATION In light of the above mentioned, in addition to Rebuilding's commitment to the principles identified in the CRA's Plan for well over twenty-three (23) years, and in consideration of the Executive Director's pledge to allocate grant funding to Rebuilding prior to the CRA adopting Resolution No. CRA-R-16-0042 on September 13, 2016, approval of a waiver of the formal requirements of competitive sealed bidding methods as not being practicable nor advantageous to the CRA as set forth in the City Code of Ordinances, as amended, specifically Sections 18-85 (a), and the affirmation of these written findings and the forwarding of the same to the Board of Commissioners of the Omni Redevelopment District Community Redevelopment Agency for ratification by a four fifths (4/5th) vote is respectfully requested. OMNI COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF MIAMI 1401 N. Miami Avel 2nd Floorl Miami, FL 33136 Tel (305) 679 68681 http://www.miami-cra.org/ Attachment: 4782 Bid Waiver Memo (4782 : Fagade Program Services Agreement with Rebuilding Together Miami -Dade, Inc.) Packet Pg. 17 2.1.c OMNI REDEVELOPMENT DISTRICT COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The Board of Commissioners ("Board") of the Omni Redevelopment District Community Redevelopment Agency ("CRA") will hold a Public Hearing on Wednesday November 14t", 2018 at 12:00 p.m., at the Temple Israel of Greater Miami,137 NE 19th Street, Miami, Florida 33136, to consider the award of grant funds to Rebuilding Together Miami -Dade Inc. a legal entity authorized to transact business/render services in the State of Florida, to provide partial funding for a, "Home Improvement Facade Program." In accordance with the Board's 2010 Redevelopment Plan ("Plan"), the Board will consider the funding, in an amount not to exceed $500,000 to underwrite the expenditures and costs associated with the renovation of residential housing units, within the CRA, envisioned to reduce slum and blight. Inquiries regarding this notice may be addressed to Jason Walker, Executive Director, OMNI CRA, at (305) 679-6868. This action is being considered pursuant to Sections 18-85 (a) of the Code of the City of Miami, Florida as amended ("Code"). The recommendation and findings to be considered in this matter are set forth in the proposed resolution and in Code Sections 18-85 (a), which are deemed to be incorporated by reference herein, and are available as with the scheduled CRA Board meeting of November 14th , 2018 at 12:00 p.m. at the at the Temple Israel of Greater Miami,137 NE 19th Street, Miami, Florida 33136. The CRA Board requests all interested parties be present or represented at the meeting, and may be heard with respect to any proposition before the CRA Board, in which the Board may take action. Should any person desire to appeal any decision of the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting, that person shall ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, including all testimony and evidence upon which any appeal may be based (F.S. 286.0105). In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, persons needing special accommodations to participate in this proceeding may contact the Office of the City Clerk at (305) 250-5361 (Voice), not later than five (5) business days prior to the proceeding. TTY users may call (305) 250-5472, not later than five (5) business days prior to the proceeding. (OMNI CRA Seal) Todd B. Hannon #30313 Clerk of the Board Packet Pg. 18 OMNI Board of Commissioners Meeting November 14, 2018 2.2 OMNI REDEVELOPMENT DISTRICT COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY INTER -OFFICE MEMORANDUM Board Chair Ken Russell Date: November 9, 2018 and Members of the CRA Board From: Jason Walker Executive Director 5128 Subject: Approving and Accepting Assessment of Need Study (AON) for the Extension of Life for the OMNI CRA Enclosures: 5128 Exhibit A BACKGROUND: To further the objectives and goals of the Omni CRA ("CRA"), the CRA is seeking an extension of life. In furtherance of that objective, the CRA is required to prepare an Assessment of Need Study, amend its current Redevelopment Plan, and amend the Interlocal Agreement with its two taxing authorities, the City of Miami and Miami -Dade County. The Miami Dade County State Attorney's Office released a Final report of the Grand Jury in 2015 making a number of recommendations for CRA's in the County to follow. Since then, the Omni CRA has adopted a number of positive recommendations from the report. Namely the CRA has adopted the City of Miami's Procurement Code. Additionally, the CRA has also focused its attention on housing to combat the affordable housing crisis affecting the area. To further the CRA goals of the elimination of slum and blighted conditions in the area, and to complete the task that the CRA was set out to accomplish, the Omni CRA is seeking an extension of life to the maximum amount of years allotted under the Florida Statute. Although a number of projects have been completed in the area, slum and blighted conditions are still existing. To illustrate, underdeveloped lots are still in existence, the quality of life of residents remains a recurring issue, gentrification is on the rise and there exists a consistently growing affordable housing crisis in the area. The accompanying Assessment of Need Study (Assessment) was prepared by PMG Associates Inc., pursuant to Miami -Dade County Resolution No. R-611-15, which established the policy for the preparation and submission of an assessment of need study, whenever a CRA seeks approval for extension. Packet Pg. 19 JUSTIFICATION: 2.2 The Assessment must support findings, pursuant to Florida Statute section 163.355, that (1) One or more slum or blighted areas, or none or more areas in which there is a shortage of housing affordable to residents of low or moderate income, including the elderly, exist in such county or municipality; and (2) the rehabilitation, conservation, or redevelopment, or a combination thereof, of such area or areas, including, if appropriate, the development of housing which residents of low or mode rage income, including the elderly, can afford, is necessary in the interest of the public health, safety, morals, or welfare of the residents of such county of municipality. This resolution of the Board approves and accepts this Assessment of Need. City of Miami Page 2 of 5 File ID: 5128 (Revision:) Printed On: 11/9/2018 Packet Pg. 20 2.2 City of Miami Legislation OMNI CRA Resolution OMNI CRA 1401 N. Miami Avenue Miami, FL 33136 www.miamicra.com File Number: 5128 Final Action Date: A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE OMNI REDEVELOPMENT DISTRICT COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY ("CRA"), WITH ATTACHMENT(S), ACCEPTING AND APPROVING THE ASSESSMENT OF NEED STUDY PREPARED BY PMG ASSOCIATES, INC., ATTACHED AND INCORPORATED AS EXHIBIT "A" ("STUDY"), FOR THE EXTENSION OF LIFE OF THE CRA; FINDING THAT THE STUDY AREA CONSTITUTES A SLUM OR BLIGHTED AREA AS DEFINED IN SECTION 163, FLORIDA STATUTES; FINDING THAT THERE IS A SHORTAGE OF HOUSING AFFORDABLE TO RESIDENTS OF LOW OR MODERATE INCOME, INCLUDING THE ELDERLY; AND FINDING THAT THE REBUILDING, REHABILITATION, CONSERVATION, AND REDEVELOPMENT OF THE STUDY AREA IS NECESSARY AND IS IN THE BEST INTEREST OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH, SAFETY, MORALS, AND WELFARE OF THE RESIDENTS OF THE CITY OF MIAMI ("CITY") AND MIAMI-DADE COUNTY ("COUNTY"); FURTHER DIRECTING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO TRANSMIT A COPY OF THE STUDY TO THE CITY AND THE COUNTY FOR FURTHER LEGISLATIVE ACTION. WHEREAS, the Omni Redevelopment District Community Redevelopment Agency ("CRA") is responsible for carrying out community redevelopment activities and projects within its Redevelopment Area in accordance with the 2009 Omni CRA Redevelopment Plan ("Plan"); and WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 163.356, Florida Statutes, the City of Miami ("City") and Miami -Dade County ("County") created the CRA; and WHEREAS, on October 23, 1986, the Miami City Commission adopted Resolution No. 86-868 approving the Plan; and WHEREAS, on July 7, 1987, the Board of County Commissioners adopted Resolution No. R-825-87 approving the Plan; and WHEREAS, on December 31, 2007, the City, the County, the CRA, and Southeast Overtown/Parkwest Community Redevelopment Agency entered into an Interlocal Agreement to provide for, among other things, the expansion of the CRA's Redevelopment Area and the extension of the CRA's life to 2030; and WHEREAS, Section 163.355, Florida Statutes, requires a finding of necessity by a county or municipality, supported by data and analysis, which makes a legislative finding that conditions in the area meet the criteria of a slum area or a blighted area as defined by Section 163.340, Florida Statutes; and WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners adopted Resolution No. R-611-15 establishing guidelines regarding the CRA's potential extension of its life; and City of Miami Page 3 of 5 File ID: 5128 (Revision:) Printed On: 11/9/2018 Packet Pg. 21 2.2 WHEREAS, the Assessment of Need Study prepared by PMG Associates, Inc., attached and incorporated as Exhibit "A" ("Study"), found that the CRA's Redevelopment Area has one or more slum or blighted areas, or one or more areas in which there is a shortage of housing affordable to residents of low or moderate income, including the elderly, as required by Section 163.355(1), Florida Statutes; and WHEREAS, the Study also found the rehabilitation, conservation, or redevelopment, or a combination thereof, of the Redevelopment Area, including the development of housing which residents of low or moderate income, including the elderly, can afford, is necessary in the interest of the public health, safety, morals, or welfare of the residents of the CRA's Redevelopment Area as required by Section 163.355(2), Florida Statutes; and WHEREAS, the Study further supports the finding that within the CRA's Redevelopment Area, there are (1) deteriorated structures, (2) taxable values lagging behind other properties throughout the City, (3) unsanitary or unsafe conditions, (4) deterioration of sites or other improvements, (5) higher incidences of crime, (6) higher proportionate amount of fire and emergency medical service calls to the area, (7) a greater number of violations of the Florida Building Code, and (8) diversity of ownership or defective/unusual conditions of title and faulty lot layouts; and WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners of the CRA wishes to accept and approve the Study and direct the Executive Director to transmit a copy of the same to the City and the County to make legislative findings that the conditions in the CRA's Redevelopment Area meet the criteria described in Section 163.340(7) or (8), Florida Statutes; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE OMNI REDEVELOPMENT DISTRICT COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY 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 herein as if fully set forth in this Section. Section 2. The Board of Commissioners of the CRA accepts and approves the Study, attached and incorporated as Exhibit "A," demonstrating the need to extend the life of the CRA. Section 3. The Board of Commissioners of the CRA finds that there continue to be existing slum or blighted conditions in the CRA's Redevelopment Area as defined in Section 163.340, Florida Statutes, and found in the Study, attached and incorporated as Exhibit "A." Section 4. The Board of Commissioners of the CRA finds one or more slum or blighted areas in which there is a shortage of housing affordable to residents of low or moderate income, including the elderly, exists in the CRA's Redevelopment Area. Section 5. The Board of Commissioners of the CRA finds that the rehabilitation and development of housing affordable to residents of low or moderate income, including the elderly, continues to be necessary and in the interest of the public health, safety, morals, and welfare of the residents of the City and the County. Section 6. The Board of Commissioners of the CRA finds that the Study, attached and incorporated as Exhibit "A," supports the findings that within the CRA's Redevelopment Area, there are (1) deteriorated structures, (2) taxable values lagging behind other properties throughout the City, (3) unsanitary or unsafe conditions, (4) deterioration of sites or other improvements, (5) higher incidences of crime, (6) higher proportionate amount of fire and emergency medical service calls to the area, (7) a greater number of violations of the Florida City of Miami Page 4 of 5 File ID: 5128 (Revision:) Printed On: 11/9/2018 Packet Pg. 22 Building Code, and (8) diversity of ownership or defective/unusual conditions of title and faulty lot layouts. 2.2 Section 7. The Board of Commissioners of the CRA finds that it is necessary and in the interest of the public health, safety, morals, and welfare of the residents of the City and the County to extend the life of the CRA. Section 8. The Executive Director is directed to transmit a copy of said Study, attached and incorporated as Exhibit "A," to the City and the County to make legislative findings that the conditions in the CRA Redevelopment Area continue meet the criteria described in Section 163.340(7) or (8), Florida Statutes. Section 9. This Resolution shall become effective immediately upon its adoption. APPROVED AS TO FORM AND CORRECTNESS: } VICTORIA MENDEZ, GENERAL COUNSEL City of Miami Page 5 of 5 File ID: 5128 (Revision:) Printed On: 11/9/2018 Packet Pg. 23 2.2.a City of Miami OMNI CRA Assessment of Need For Extension of Time Frame for the District Venetic PMG Associates, Inc. 3880 NW 2 Court Deerfield Beach, Florida 33442 (954) 427-5010 Attachment: 5128 Exhibit A (5128 : Approving and Accepting Assessment of Need Study (AON) for the Extension of Life for the OMNI CRA) Packet Pg. 24 2.2.a SECTION 1 INTRODUCTION 1.1 HISTORY AND PURPOSE This document represents the analysis of the Assessment of Need for the extension of the time frame for the OMNI Community Redevelopment Area (CRA) in the City of Miami. This assessment is based on Miami -Dade County Board of County Commissioners Resolution #R- 611-15 which requires an assessment that demonstrates that slum and blight still exist within the designated Community Development Agency. This report is part of a formal request to extend timeframe of the OMNI CRA for an additional 15 years. The Finding of Necessity (FON) for the original OMNI CRA was completed in 1987 and the district has received several updates and expansions over the years. EXHIBIT 1-1 — OMNI CRA BOUNDARY MAP Wr23RD ST RAMP NW 14111 ST FM NW,137H ST W r TE F NW f 2TH ST L 1t THRr SA _ NW i1TH 5TI W;TN'ST NW8111'31- 4 J a F cf NW ETH4.7 ET NE 'TM T ENE 67H'ST. _- NE STH1ST OMNI CRA Legend DCommsso n cN in Bandon( Commonly Reaeveiooment Ar G I SGc. - :=,, —T1VENETFAN.'OR- M� c T '� « % it �y ■.}#YEMETIAN WAYS M d VENETUINCSWY.,rpp�p+ �— ' ri MACARTNUR CSWY Source: Miami -Dade County The provisions of R-611-15 are not specifically a requirement of a Finding of Necessity FON) as expressed by Florida Statutes 163, Part III section 163.340 (7)(8). This section of the statutes defines the requirements to declare an area as exhibiting the conditions of slum and blight. The provisions of R-611-15 mirror the requirements of the State Statutes as referring to slum and blight. This resolution identifies the requirements of the Assessment of Need identical to those of section 163.340 (7)(8). 11Page Attachment: 5128 Exhibit A (5128 : Approving and Accepting Assessment of Need Study (AON) for the Extension of Life for the OMNI CRA) Packet Pg. 25 2.2.a This analysis will be conducted in the same manner as the FON for a CRA area. The OMNI CRA has made significant improvements over the years and will use the extension of time to further the progress in the CRA area. SUCCESSES OF THE OMNI CRA Dorsey Library Built in 1941, Dorsey Memorial Library was the first City -built library in Miami, and one of the only libraries to allow black patrons to sit and read. Although it had various uses for many years, it has sat empty since the 1980s due to a funding shortfall. Although it has been declared an historic structure, it has not been preserved or protected, and it has not fulfilled its mission as a free and public library. In 2016 the Omni CRA pledged $850k to leverage the City's commitment to rehabilitate this historic structure, and has met with the community to determine character of use, and the nature of what a 21st century library serving the neighborhood from an historic building would entail. Citizen's Bank Building Omni CRA is under contract to purchase the historic Citizen's Bank building on 14th Street and Miami Avenue, to rehab and turn into an active and lively retail, dining or cultural venue. With paired Corinthian columns and arched entrances, this Neoclassical building is sited on a major intersection in the Omni CRA. The prominent Citizens Bank represents a fashionable architectural trend in 1920s South Florida of classically -inspired building designs. Constructed during the Land Boom years, this building is a reminder of a time when local architects were seeking to create a visual identity for the young city. The Miami Entertainment Complex ( MEC ) The recently completed Miami Entertainment Complex (MEC) features two fully operational sound stages of 15,000 square feet each with a 50-foot roof as well as about 15,000 square feet of offices, editing suites and even a school for when kids need to be on set. The MEC is now called VIACOM INTERNATIONAL STUDIOS, after its Operating Film and Television production firm. Viacom shoots much of its Latin American television at these studios and employs hundreds of workers when they are filming a show. They have also brought the community of local filmmakers and media creatives in for tours of the facility and technical workshops. 21Page Attachment: 5128 Exhibit A (5128 : Approving and Accepting Assessment of Need Study (AON) for the Extension of Life for the OMNI CRA) Packet Pg. 26 2.2.a A review of the projects identified in the 2010 Redevelopment Plan update follows: Completed Projects • Baywalk o Woman's Club o Museum Park • Streets o NE 2nd Ave. o NE/NW 14th Street o NE 17th Street o NE 17th Terrace o Bayshore Drive o NE 2nd Ave 0 • Port Miami Tunnel (paying Debt Service) • Neighborhood Greenspace o Land Acquisition o Fire Station #2 Park o PAC North o PAC South o Margaret Pace Park o Museum Park • Environmental remediation • Construction of Park • Historic Preservation On -Going Projects • Zoning Strategies o Zoning Amendments o Workforce Housing Incentives o Parking Reductions • Historic Preservation o Miami City Cemetery o S&S Restaurant o Fire Station No. 2 Citizens Bank Completed Projects • Baywalk o Woman's Club o Museum Park 31Page Attachment: 5128 Exhibit A (5128 : Approving and Accepting Assessment of Need Study (AON) for the Extension of Life for the OMNI CRA) Packet Pg. 27 2.2.a • Streets o NE 2nd Ave. o NE/NW 14th Street o NE 17th Street o NE 17th Terrace o Bayshore Drive o NE 2nd Ave 0 • Port Miami Tunnel (paying Debt Service) • Neighborhood Greenspace o Land Acquisition o Fire Station #2 Park o PAC North o PAC South o Margaret Pace Park o Museum Park • Environmental remediation • Construction of Park • Historic Preservation Planned Projects • Miami Herald Properties o Infrastructure & Streetscapes • School Board Properties o New School Facilities o Workforce and Affordable Housing Development o Arsht Center Parking o Entertainment District Expansion • Design Guidelines o Media Entertainment District Noise Abatement Guidelines o PAC Area Guidelines o Biscayne Boulevard Design Guidelines o NE 2nd Ave Design Guidelines • 2 Way Streets o N. Miami Ave. o NE 17th Street o Trinity Cathedral o Miami Woman's Club o Dorsey Library 41Page Attachment: 5128 Exhibit A (5128 : Approving and Accepting Assessment of Need Study (AON) for the Extension of Life for the OMNI CRA) Packet Pg. 28 2.2.a • Streetscapes o Improved Sidewalks o Lighting o Landscaping o Street Furniture • 17th Street FEC crossing • Water and Sewer Upgrades • Infrastructure CHARACTERISTICS OF THE DISTRICT The population of the OMNI CRA area is estimated at 8,509 in 2018. There are 4,416 dwelling units in the area. The entire City of Miami maintains a population of 467,872 within 205,175 dwelling units. Other facilities in the study area include: Parks • Museum Park • Omni Park • Dorsey Park • Biscayne Park • Margaret Pace Park Schools • Phyllis Wheatley Elementary Important Facilities • Philip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science • Perez Art Museum • Knight Concert Hall • Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts • Art Miami • Dorsey Memorial Library • City of Miami Cemetery 51Page Attachment: 5128 Exhibit A (5128 : Approving and Accepting Assessment of Need Study (AON) for the Extension of Life for the OMNI CRA) Packet Pg. 29 2.2.a 1.2 METHODOLOGY The Assessment of Need as defined in R-611-15 will follow the provisions of State Statutes concerning the determination of slum and blight. Consistent with State Law, process examines the character of the area and measures statistics and other documentation to determine if the conditions of slum and blight have been met, as described in Florida Statutes 163. Part III section 163.340 (7)(8). This analysis will examine each of the criteria and determine if the OMNI CRA area meets these conditions. The analysis of the conditions that exist in the OMNI CRA area was conducted using data available from documented sources throughout the community. Agencies within the City of Miami and Miami -Dade County were contacted and data was supplied to examine the characteristics of the community. Additional research was conducted through field observations and photographic evidence to underscore the findings. Each of the criteria as established by State Law will be discussed separately and the data sources used for the analysis will be described in each section. 1.3 LEGAL REQUIREMENTS The requirements of the determination of slum and blight are established in Section 163.340 of the Florida Statutes and are described as follows: Slum Determination 163.340 (7) "Slum area" is defined as an area having physical or economic conditions conducive to disease, infant mortality, juvenile delinquency, poverty, or crime because there is a predominance of buildings or improvements, whether residential or nonresidential, which are impaired by reason of dilapidation, deterioration, age, or obsolescence, and exhibiting one or more of the following factors: (a) Inadequate provision for ventilation, light, air, sanitation, or open spaces; (b) High density of population, compared to the population density of adjacent areas within the county or municipality; and overcrowding, as indicated by government -maintained statistics or other studies and the requirements of the Florida Building Code; or (c) The existence of conditions that endanger life or property by fire or other causes. Blight Determination 163.340 (8) "Blighted Area" is defined as an area in which there are a substantial number of deteriorated, or deteriorating structures, in which conditions, as indicated by government -maintained statistics or other studies, are leading to economic distress or endanger life or property, and in which two or more of the following factors are present: 61Page Attachment: 5128 Exhibit A (5128 : Approving and Accepting Assessment of Need Study (AON) for the Extension of Life for the OMNI CRA) Packet Pg. 30 2.2.a (a) Predominance of defective or inadequate street layout, parking facilities, roadways, bridges, or public transportation facilities; (b) Aggregate assessed values of real property in the area for ad valorem tax purposes have failed to show any appreciable increase over the 5 years prior to the finding of such conditions; (c) Faulty lot layout in relation to size, adequacy, accessibility, or usefulness; (d) Unsanitary or unsafe conditions; (e) Deterioration of site or other improvements; (f) Inadequate and outdated building density patterns; (g) Falling lease rates per square foot of office, commercial, or industrial space compared to the remainder of the county or municipality; (h) Tax or special assessment delinquency exceeding the fair value of the land; (i) Residential and commercial vacancy rates higher in the area than in the remainder of the county or municipality; (j) Incidence of crime in the area higher than in the remainder of the county or municipality; (k) Fire and emergency medical service calls to the area proportionately higher than in the remainder of the county or municipality; (1) A greater number of violations of the Florida Building Code in the area than the number of violations recorded in the remainder of the county or municipality; (m) Diversity of ownership or defective or unusual conditions of title which prevent the free alienability of land within the deteriorated or hazardous area; or (n) Governmentally owned property with adverse environmental conditions caused by a public or private entity. 71Page Attachment: 5128 Exhibit A (5128 : Approving and Accepting Assessment of Need Study (AON) for the Extension of Life for the OMNI CRA) Packet Pg. 31 2.2.a SECTION 2 SLUM CONDITIONS 2.1 ANALYSIS OF SLUM CONDITIONS The conditions that define "Slum" as outlined in Florida State Statues 163.340(7) in the potential CRA area are found in the following factors. In order for an area to qualify as having slum conditions, the area must have at least one of three factors. (a) Inadequate provision for ventilation, light, air, sanitation, or open spaces; The conditions of inadequate housing can be categorized through the determination of "Unsafe Structures" as determined by the Florida Building Code. Data collected from the City of Miami reveals that the OMNI CRA area has 11 "Unsafe Structures" designated within its borders. These citations cover the full range of conditions including inadequate ventilation, substandard housing and improper maintenance of the buildings. These 11 structures represent 1.38% of all structures in the district. City-wide, Miami has 1,328 cases of Unsafe Structures which represents .65% of the total number of structures in the City. The listing of Unsafe Structures is provided in Table 2-1 TABLE 2-1 LISTING OF UNSAFE STRUCTURES BY ADDRESS 124 NW 14 Street 1400 Biscayne Boulevard 1425 NE 2 Avenue 2115 N Miami Avenue 2127 N Miami Avenue 2141 N Miami Avenue 555 NE 15 Street 1440 NW 1 Avenue 1558 NW 1 Avenue 1614 NW 1 Court 270 NW 23 Street 81Page Attachment: 5128 Exhibit A (5128 : Approving and Accepting Assessment of Need Study (AON) for the Extension of Life for the OMNI CRA) Packet Pg. 32 2.2.a Examples of Unsafe Structures Exhibit 2-1, 1558 NW 1 Avenue Exhibit 2-3, 1425 NE 2 Avenue Exhibit 2-5, 1440 NW 1 Avenue Exhibit 2-2, 124 NW 14 Street Exhibit 2-4, 2141 N. Miami Avenue ililIIIIIluuiiiIII iIIIiiiiIIi Exhibit 2-6, 1614 NW 1 Court (b) High density of population, compared to the population density of adjacent areas within the county or municipality; and overcrowding, as indicated by government - maintained statistics or other studies and the requirements of the Florida Building Code. Density patterns can be measured by the amount of developed acres of land or by the amount of population per square mile. The City of Miami covers approximately 35.87 square miles within its boundaries. Based on a population of 467,872, the density of persons per acre in the City of Miami is 20.38. For the OMNI CRA area, the population of 8,509 lives within approximately 503 acres for a density of 16.92 persons per acre. 91Page Attachment: 5128 Exhibit A (5128 : Approving and Accepting Assessment of Need Study (AON) for the Extension of Life for the OMNI CRA) Packet Pg. 33 2.2.a (c) The existence of conditions that endanger life or property by fire or other causes. A review of the data from the City of Miami Fire Rescue Department reveals that in 2017, the Omni CRA area had a total of 2,117 calls for fire and emergency service. Based on the population of 8,509, this equates to 274.06 calls per one thousand population. For the entire service area of the City of Miami Fire Rescue during the same time, the population of 467,872 generated 100,583 calls for fire service, which is 214.98 calls per one thousand population. 2.2 RESULTS OF ANALYSIS The OMNI CRA area meets criteria (a) and (c) of section 163.340(7) of the State Statutes. 101Page Attachment: 5128 Exhibit A (5128 : Approving and Accepting Assessment of Need Study (AON) for the Extension of Life for the OMNI CRA) Packet Pg. 34 2.2.a SECTION 3 BLIGHT CONDITIONS 3.1 ANALYSIS OF BLIGHT CONDITIONS The requirements under State Statutes 163.340(8) for designation as "Blighted" note that the area must have a substantial number of deteriorated, or deteriorating structures, in which conditions, as indicated by government -maintained statistics or other studies, are leading to economic distress or endanger life or property. One method of illustrating "Blight" is through photographic evidence. Field observations were used to examine the area and photographs were taken of the conditions. Exhibits 3-1 through 3- 20 are a representative sample of the conditions in the area. Deteriorated Residential Exhibit 3-1 Deteriorated Mixed Use Exhibit 3-2 111Page Attachment: 5128 Exhibit A (5128 : Approving and Accepting Assessment of Need Study (AON) for the Extension of Life for the OMNI CRA) Packet Pg. 35 2.2.a Deteriorated Commercial Exhibit 3-4 Exhibit 3-6 Exhibit 3-5 121Page Attachment: 5128 Exhibit A (5128 : Approving and Accepting Assessment of Need Study (AON) for the Extension of Life for the OMNI CRA) Packet Pg. 36 2.2.a Deteriorated Fences Exhibit 3-7 Exhibit 3-9 Deteriorated Drainage Exhibit 3-11 Exhibit 3-8 Exhibit 3-10 Exhibit 3-12 131Page Attachment: 5128 Exhibit A (5128 : Approving and Accepting Assessment of Need Study (AON) for the Extension of Life for the OMNI CRA) Packet Pg. 37 2.2.a Deteriorated Roadways Exhibit 3-13 Exhibit 3-14 Exhit 3-15 3.2 Blight Criteria Analysis (Must meet 2 of the 14 items) Each of the 14 criteria will be examined in this section. (a) Predominance of defective or inadequate street layout, parking facilities, roadways, bridges, or public transportation facilities; For economic purposes, the street layout should enable customers to reach businesses easily and for trade among business to be conducted directly and efficiently. The most significant roadway is Dixie Highway which bisects the district. The diagonal nature of the road separates the commercial properties from the east and the west side of the Highway. 141Page Attachment: 5128 Exhibit A (5128 : Approving and Accepting Assessment of Need Study (AON) for the Extension of Life for the OMNI CRA) Packet Pg. 38 2.2.a EXHIBIT 3-16 TYPICAL GRID PATTERN IN DISTRICT 3 I. NW14111 SI 1EVMII MI fito Pil ,sere hhu ay Museum Phi lirond�patfria w'st MuselRofSun., �' 4 Source: Google Maps Public Transit is provided through thirteen Miami -Dade Transit System fixed routes that serve the area. In addition, the MetoMover system runs through the district with three stations located within the boundaries (b) Aggregate assessed values of real property in the area for ad valorem tax purposes have failed to show any appreciable increase over the 5 years prior to the finding of such conditions; Data from the Miami -Dade County Property Appraiser's Office was obtained to examine the change in Taxable Value for the properties located in the OMNI CRA area and compare them to the entire City's experience. TABLE 3-1 CHANGE IN TAXABLE VALUES - POTENTIAL CRA AREA AND CITY OF MIAMI Value OMNI CRA Area City of Miami 2013 Taxable Value $1,319,024,659 $32,735,569,577 2018 Taxable Value $2,093,021,640 $53,357,105,033 Rate of Change 58.68% Source: Miami -Dade County, City of Miami 62.99% 151Page Attachment: 5128 Exhibit A (5128 : Approving and Accepting Assessment of Need Study (AON) for the Extension of Life for the OMNI CRA) Packet Pg. 39 2.2.a (c) Faulty lot layout in relation to size, adequacy, accessibility, or usefulness; Most of the streets in the district are in a grid pattern that form square or rectangular blocks. The exception is US 1 which runs diagonally through the area generating odd shaped parcels. However, this situation is not extremely prevalent and does not pose a significant problem.. (d) Unsanitary or unsafe conditions; The City of Miami Building Code Division has determined that 11 buildings in the potential area are "Unsafe Structures" and have cited these properties for the condition of the buildings. Table 2-1 lists the properties designated as Unsafe Structures. (e) Deterioration of site or other improvements; Listed in Table 3-2 are the necessary improvements to the infrastructure within the potential area boundaries. These improvements total approximately $12.6 million. TABLE 3-2 INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENT NEEDS (estimates) Item LF Road Quantity Unit Cost Total Install Sidewalk 17052.9 9474 SY 75 $ 710,537 Install Curb and Gutter 16454.6 16454.6 LF 35 $ 575,911 Replace Driveway Turnouts 11796 SY 75 $ 884,665 Asphalt Overlay 39675.2 88167.1 SY 50 $ 4,408,353 Drainage Structures 24 EA 5000 $ 120,000 Drainage Pipe 3500 4000 LF 150 $ 600,000 Road Rebuild 4200 9333.3 SY 100 $ 933,333 Side Street Parking 4600 10222.2 SY 75 $ 766,667 Striping 45000 90000 LF 5 $ 450,000 Street Lights 14 EA 15000 $ 210,000 Design and Contingency 30% $ 2,897,840 TOTAL IMPROVEMENTS $ 12,557,307 Source: Florida Technical Consultants 161Page Attachment: 5128 Exhibit A (5128 : Approving and Accepting Assessment of Need Study (AON) for the Extension of Life for the OMNI CRA) Packet Pg. 40 2.2.a (f) Inadequate and outdated building density patterns; Density patterns can be measured by the amount of developed acres of land or by the amount of population per square mile. The City of Miami covers approximately 35.87 square miles within its boundaries. Based on a population of 467,872, the density of persons per acre in the City of Miami is 20.38. For the OMNI CRA, the population of 8,509 lives within approximately 503 acres for a density of 16.92 persons per acre. (g) Falling lease rates per square foot of office, commercial, or industrial space compared to the remainder of the county or municipality; Lease rates have not been declining and are generally on a par with other similar areas of the City of Miami. Three data sources were used to determine the lease rates and the real estate activity in the area. These sources are: • Trulia.com • MLS • Loop.net Additionally, the information was verified through field investigation. (h) Tax or special assessment delinquency exceeding the fair value of the land; The Miami -Dade Tax Collectors Office is the source of the Tax Delinquency figures for all of Miami -Dade County including the potential area. Data representing the tax delinquencies for the past year were acquired and analyzed for this study. One of the questions regarding the designation of blight is if the area has property with tax delinquencies that exceed the fair value of the properties within the boundary. The analysis indicates that there are only a few delinquent tax files in the area. (i) Residential and commercial vacancy rates higher in the area than in the remainder of the county or municipality; Overall, there are relatively few vacancies in the potential area and these rates are not more extensive than through the remainder of Miami -Dade County. Three data sources were used to determine the vacancy rates and the Real Estate activity in the area. These sources are: • Trulia.com • MLS • Loop.net Additionally, the information was verified through field investigation. 171Page Attachment: 5128 Exhibit A (5128 : Approving and Accepting Assessment of Need Study (AON) for the Extension of Life for the OMNI CRA) Packet Pg. 41 2.2.a (j) Incidence of crime in the area higher than in the remainder of the county or municipality; Crime data was obtained from the City of Miami Police Department who maintains statistics for municipal boundary. Data from Part 1 and Part 2 crimes that encompass the OMNI CRA area as well as the entire City were obtained to determine the incidence of crime. For the past year, the total number of Emergency and Priority calls for the potential CRA area was derived from the posted statistics. To better compare these numbers, they were divided by the population to arrive at a per capital figure of calls per one thousand population. Table 3-3 provides the analysis. TABLE 3-3 POLICE CALLS PER CAPITA Area Police Calls Population Calls/1,000 OMNI CRA Area 15,177 8,509 1,783.64 City of Miami Source: City of Miami Police Department 102,320 467,872 218.69 (k) Fire and emergency medical service calls to the area proportionately higher than in the remainder of the county or municipality; A review of the data from the City of Miami Fire Rescue Department reveals that in 2017, the OMNI CRA area had a total of 2,117 calls for fire and emergency service. Based on the population of 8,509, this equates to 274.06 calls per one thousand population. For the entire service area of the City of Miami Fire Rescue during the same time, the population of 467,872 generated 100,583 calls for fire service, which is 214.98 calls per one thousand population. (1) A greater number of violations of the Florida Building Code in the area than the number of violations recorded in the remainder of the county or municipality; The City of Miami Code Enforcement Division is responsible for overseeing the monitoring and enforcement of the Building Codes and other regulations regarding the use of property. Data for the past year was obtained and reviewed to assess the number of Code violations within the OMNI CRA boundary and the total for the City of Miami. Table 3-4 lists the figures and analysis for the Code violations in the area. TABLE 3-4 CODE VIOLATION Area Violations Parcels Percentage of Parcels OMNI CRA Area 251 1,236 20.3% City of Miami 17,924 Source: City of Miami Code Enforcement 250,215 7.2% 181Page Attachment: 5128 Exhibit A (5128 : Approving and Accepting Assessment of Need Study (AON) for the Extension of Life for the OMNI CRA) Packet Pg. 42 2.2.a (m) Diversity of ownership or defective or unusual conditions of title which prevent the free alienability of land within the deteriorated or hazardous area, Currently there are 26 Vacant Parcels in the OMNI CRA area. Most of these properties are designated for Single Family Residential use. The ownership of these parcels is diverse and does not provide an apparent opportunity to assemble properties. (n) Governmentally owned property with adverse environmental conditions caused by a public or private entity, The entire area is within the City of Miami Brownfield area as defined by Miami -Dade County. However, there are no specific sites described as environmental hazards in the area. 3.3 RESULTS OF ANALYSIS The OMNI CRA area meets the following criteria of section 163.340(8) of the State Statutes. • Deteriorated Structures • Section b, Taxable Value lagging behind the City results • Section d, Unsanitary or unsafe conditions • Section e, Deterioration of site or other improvements • Section j, Incidence of crime in the area higher • Section k, Fire and emergency medical service calls to the area proportionately higher • Section 1, A greater number of violations of the Florida Building Code • Section m, Diversity of ownership or defective/unusual conditions of title 191Page Attachment: 5128 Exhibit A (5128 : Approving and Accepting Assessment of Need Study (AON) for the Extension of Life for the OMNI CRA) Packet Pg. 43 2.2.a SECTION 4 SUMMARY AND RECOMMENDATIONS 4.1 SUMMARY Sections 2 and 3 of this report identify the criteria for designation as "slum" and "blight" based on Florida Statutes. Each of the criteria was examined individually to assess the conditions and determine if the requirements under State law has been satisfied. Tables 5-1 and 5-2 the criteria for slum and blight found in the potential area. TABLE 4-1 SLUM CRITERIA Criteria Description Finding (a) Inadequate provision for ventilation, light, air, sanitation, or Meets criteria open spaces (b) High density of population Does not meet criteria (c) The existence of conditions that endanger life or property Meets criteria by fire or other causes TABLE 4-2 BLIGHT CRITERIA Criteria Description Finding Deteriorated Strictures Meets criteria (a) Predominance of defective or inadequate street layout Does not meet criteria (b) Assessed values of real property in the area have failed to show any appreciable increase Meets criteria (c) Faulty lot layout Does not meet criteria (d) Unsanitary or unsafe conditions Meets criteria (e) Deterioration of site or other improvements Meets criteria (f) Inadequate and outdated building density patterns Does not meet criteria (g) Falling lease rates per square foot of office, commercial, or Does not meet criteria industrial space (h) Tax or special assessment delinquency exceeding the fair value of the land Does not meet criteria (i) Residential and commercial vacancy rates higher in the area Does not meet criteria than in the remainder of the City (j) Incidence of crime in the area higher Meets criteria (k) Fire and emergency medical service calls to the area proportionately higher Meets criteria (1) A greater number of violations of the Florida Building Code Meets criteria (m) Diversity of ownership or defective/unusual conditions of title Meets criteria (n) Governmentally owned property with adverse environmental conditions Does not meet criteria 201Page Attachment: 5128 Exhibit A (5128 : Approving and Accepting Assessment of Need Study (AON) for the Extension of Life for the OMNI CRA) Packet Pg. 44 2.2.a This summary notes that the potential area meets two of the three of the "Slum" criteria and 7 of the 14 specific "Blight" criteria. In addition, the potential area has a substantial number of deteriorated structures as evidenced by Exhibits 2-1 through 2-6, and 3-1 through 3-15. 4.2 RECOMMENDATIONS The OMNI CRA area meets the criteria established under Resolution R-611-15 that the area continues to meet the standards of slum and blight under Chapter 163.340 (7))8) of the Florida Statutes". The area meets two of the three of the criteria to be designated as slum (one is required), and seven of the criteria to be designated as "blight" (only two are required). The area also meets the "blight" requirement of existence of deteriorated structures. 211Page Attachment: 5128 Exhibit A (5128 : Approving and Accepting Assessment of Need Study (AON) for the Extension of Life for the OMNI CRA) Packet Pg. 45 OMNI Board of Commissioners Meeting November 14, 2018 2.3 OMNI REDEVELOPMENT DISTRICT COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY INTER -OFFICE MEMORANDUM Board Chair Ken Russell Date: November 9, 2018 and Members of the CRA Board Jason Walker Executive Director 5129 Subject: Authorizing the Expenditure of Funds for Relocation Assistance Enclosures: 5129 Exhibit A BACKGROUND: It is recommended that the Board of Commissioners of the Omni Redevelopment District Community Redevelopment Agency ("CRA") approve and adopt the attached resolution authorizing Fifty Thousand Dollars $50,000 in funding for Relocation Assistance to residents displaced as a result of Omni CRA projects. JUSTIFICATION: The CRA pursuant to Florida Statute section 163.387 (6) (d) is authorized to use funds for relocation assistance of site occupants of projects. Additionally pursuant to Florida Statute Section 163.370 the CRA is also authorized "To prepare plans for and assist in the relocation of persons (including individuals, families, business concerns, nonprofit organizations, and others) displaced from a community redevelopment area and to make relocation payments to or with respect to such persons for moving expenses and losses of property for which reimbursement or compensation is not otherwise made, including the making of such payments financed by the Federal Government."1 Section 4.4, C., D-1, at page 41 of the Plan, Section 4.4, D., A-2, at page 42 of the Plan and Section 4.4, E., D-7, at page 42 of the Plan, respectively list maximizing conditions for residents to live in the area, the elimination of conditions which contribute to blight, and minimizing condemnation and relocation as stated redevelopment objectives. Section 8.1 of the Plan also stipulates that a relocation plan must accompany all projects where there might be involuntary displacement. As a result of the foregoing the i § 163.370, Fla. Stat. Ann Packet Pg. 46 attached resolution approves the CRA relocation plan and authorizes the expenditure of funds to accomplish these goals. 2.3 FUNDING: $50,000.00 allocated from the Reserve Fund. City of Miami Page 2 of 4 File ID: 5129 (Revision:) Printed On: 11/9/2018 Packet Pg. 47 City of Miami Legislation OMNI CRA Resolution OMNI CRA 1401 N. Miami Avenue Miami, FL 33136 www.miamicra.com File Number: 5129 Final Action Date: A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE OMNI REDEVELOPMENT DISTRICT COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY ("CRA"), WITH ATTACHMENTS, APPROVING THE RELOCATION PLAN PROGRAM, IN SUBSTANTIALLY THE ATTACHED FORM, FOR TEMPORARY RELOCATION ASSISTANCE TO RESIDENTS THAT ARE DISPLACED AS A RESULT OF A CRA PROJECT ("PROGRAM"); AUTHORIZING AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $50,000.00 FOR THE PROGRAM FROM RESERVE FUNDS; FURTHER AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO DISBURSE FUNDS, AT HIS DISCRETION, DIRECTLY TO RESIDENTS OR TO VENDORS THAT MAY ASSIST RESIDENTS FOR ELIGIBLE COSTS; FURTHER AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO NEGOTIATE AND EXECUTE ANY AND ALL DOCUMENTS NECESSARY TO EFFECTUATE THE PROGRAM, IN A FORM ACCEPTABLE TO THE GENERAL COUNSEL. WHEREAS, the Omni Redevelopment District Community Redevelopment Agency ("CRA") is responsible for carrying out community redevelopment activities and projects within its Redevelopment Area in accordance with the 2009 Omni CRA Redevelopment Plan ("Plan"); and WHEREAS, Section 4.4, C., D-1, at page 41 of the Plan; Section 4.4, D., A-2, at page 42 of the Plan: and Section 4.4, E., D-7, at page 42 of the Plan respectively list maximizing conditions for residents to live in the area, the elimination of conditions which contribute to blight, and minimizing condemnation and relocation as stated redevelopment objectives; and WHEREAS, the CRA is in the process of completing various projects and pursuant to the Plan, must offer temporary relocation assistance to residents that may be displaced as a result of any of the projects; and WHEREAS, Section 163.370, Florida Statutes, specifically authorizes the CRA to allocate funds to help in the displacement of residents affected by a redevelopment project; and WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners of the CRA wishes to allocate funds from reserves funds in an amount not to exceed $50,000.00 for the relocation assistance plan ("Program"); and WHEREAS, the Executive Director is requesting authority from the Board of Commissioners of the CRA to execute the relocation assistance plan, attached and incorporated as Exhibit "A," and to disburse funds directly to residents or to vendors who assist residents in relocating; and WHEREAS, the Executive Director is further seeking authority to negotiate and execute any and all documents necessary to effectuate the Program, in a form acceptable to the General Counsel; City of Miami Page 3 of 4 File ID: 5129 (Revision:) Printed On: 11/9/2018 2.3 Packet Pg. 48 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE OMNI REDEVELOPMENT DISTRICT COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY: 2.3 Section 1. The recitals and findings contained in the Preamble of this Resolution are adopted by reference thereto and incorporated herein as if fully set forth in this Section. Section 2. The relocation assistance plan, attached and incorporated as Exhibit "A," is approved. Section 3. The Executive Director is authorized to allocate funds from reserve funds in an amount not to exceed $50,000.00 for the Program. Section 4. The Executive Director is further authorized to negotiate and execute any and all documents necessary to effectuate the Program, in a form acceptable to the General Counsel. Section 5. The Executive Director is authorized to disburse funds, at his discretion, directly to residents or vendors that may assist residents with the Program. Section 6. This Resolution shall become effective immediately upon its adoption. APPROVED AS TO FORM AND CORRECTNESS: VICTORIA MENDEZ, GENERAL COUNSEL City of Miami Page 4 of 4 File ID: 5129 (Revision:) Printed On: 11/9/2018 Packet Pg. 49 2.a Omni CRA 2018 Relocation Plan In accordance with Florida Statute Chapter 163„ and the 2010 Omni CRA Amended Redevelopment Plan P. 160, the Omni CRA should prepare plans for and assist in the relocation of persons (including individuals, families, business concerns, nonprofit organizations, and others) displaced from a community redevelopment area and to make relocation payments to or with respect to such persons for moving expenses and losses of property for which reimbursement or compensation is not otherwise made. This will assure that displaced residents will have access to safe, sanitary and decent replacement housing. This is a brief outline of this relocation plan. Who may be eligible for CRA relocation assistance? A family or resident of the Omni CRA in a building that will be uninhabitable due to a CRA program may be eligible for Relocation Assistance. • Displaced Persons may be eligible for: 1. Advisory services (including offer of a comparable unit, if available) 2. Reestablishment Services. 3. Reasonable Moving expenses • Temporarily Relocated Persons: 1. Offer of a suitable, affordable unit in the property upon project completion. 2. Advisory services in finding new unit 3. Reasonable Moving expenses. Summary of Relocation Assistance: • Advisory Services o CRA will assist tenant to find a reasonable accommodation in the neighborhood, City of , or Miami - Dade County. • Reestablishment Services o Payment for Your Actual Reasonable Moving and Related Expenses, or o Dislocation Allowance Covered Expenses: • Reasonable Moving Costs up to maximum (see Maximum Moving Payments ble) • Dislocation Allowance • First and Last Month Rent per HUD Fair Market Rent (see Fair Market Rents table) or • First and Last Month Rent per current lease in CRA-affected project. • Security deposit at same accommodation (1 month rent per FMR table) Moving Cost Payment is limited to $100.00 if either of the following conditions apply: (a) A person has minimal possessions and occupies a dormitory style room, or (b) A person's residential move is performed by the CRA at no cost to the person. 2018 Maximum Moving Allowance Occupant Owns Furniture Occupant does not own furniture Number of Rooms of Furniture Addt'l 1 room 2 rooms 3 rooms 4 rooms 5 rooms 6 rooms 7 rooms 8 rooms room 1 room/ no furn. Addt' room no fern. $750 $900 $1075 $1250 $1400 $1550 $1600 $1850 $300 $500 $150 2018 Fair Market Rents Studio 1 BR 2 BR 3BR 4BR 5BR 6BR $653 $871 $1,066 $1,351 $1,796 $2,173 $2,499 Attachment: 5129 Exhibit A (5129 : Authorizing the Expenditure of Funds for Relocation Assistance) For Discussion Purposes -Final Numbers and Data to be Reviewed Packet Pg. 50 OMNI Board of Commissioners Meeting November 14, 2018 2.4 OMNI REDEVELOPMENT DISTRICT COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY INTER -OFFICE MEMORANDUM Board Chair Ken Russell Date: November 9, 2018 and Members of the CRA Board Jason Walker Executive Director Subject: Grant to Inhabit Earth, Inc. 5130 Enclosures: 5130 Bid Waiver Memo 5130 Notice to the Public 5130 Backup BACKGROUND: It is recommended that the Board of Commissioners of the Omni Redevelopment District Community Redevelopment Agency ("CRA") approve and adopt the attached resolution authorizing $400,000.00 in grant funding to Inhabit Earth, Inc. over a two year period to underwrite a portion of the costs associated with a Temporary Urban Farm, Neighborhood Greenspace or Event Space for residents in the area in accordance with the CRA's redevelopment Plan. JUSTIFICATION: There exists vacant and currently underutilized properties within the CRA. Under Florida Statutes the CRA is tasked with eliminating slum and blighted conditions. More specifically Florida Statute 163.370 authorizes CRA's to use properties to, "...eliminate obsolete or other uses detrimental to the public welfare; or otherwise to remove or prevent the spread of blight or deterioration ..."1 The Redevelopment Plan outlines areas in which the CRA is able to carry out these functions. The 2010 Redevelopment Plan on Page 8 highlights the vacant and underutilized Tots within the Omni CRA. Section 4.4.D, C-2 and A-2 of the Plan lists the CRA's objective to "improve the public realm" through means such as `[Eliminating] conditions which contribute to blight," "[Providing] a system of public open spaces" as well as "[Enhancing] the areas visual attractiveness to businesses and residents." 1 § 163.370, Fla. Stat. Ann. Packet Pg. 51 2.4 The CRA through its redevelopment plan is authorized to carry out these objectives with Inhabit Earth Inc.. The grant funds being authorized helps in the activation of the underutilized properties in the area through partnerships and strategies such as but not limited to a Temporary Urban Farm, Neighborhood Greenspace or Event Space for residents in the area. FUNDING: $400,000.00 allocated from Omni Tax Increment Fund, Account No. 10040.920501.883000 titled "Other Grants and Aids." City of Miami Page 2 of 4 File ID: 5130 (Revision:) Printed On: 11/9/2018 Packet Pg. 52 2.4 City of Miami Legislation OMNI CRA Resolution OMNI CRA 1401 N. Miami Avenue Miami, FL 33136 www.miamicra.com File Number: 5130 Final Action Date: A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE OMNI REDEVELOPMENT DISTRICT COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY ("CRA") BY A FOUR -FIFTHS (4/5THS) AFFIRMATIVE VOTE, AFTER AN ADVERTISED PUBLIC HEARING, RATIFYING, APPROVING, AND CONFIRMING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR'S FINDING THAT COMPETITIVE NEGOTIATION METHODS AND PROCEDURES ARE NOT PRACTICABLE OR ADVANTAGEOUS TO THE CRA PURSUANT TO SECTION 18-85(A) OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA, AS AMENDED, AS ADOPTED BY THE CRA; WAIVING THE REQUIREMENTS FOR SAID PROCEDURES; AUTHORIZING THE ALLOCATION OF GRANT FUNDS FROM ACCOUNT NO. 10040.920501.883000 IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $400,000.00 OVER A TWO (2) YEAR PERIOD TO INHABIT EARTH, INC., A FLORIDA NOT FOR PROFIT CORPORATION ("GRANTEE"), TO PROVIDE PARTIAL FUNDING FOR A POP-UP TEMPORARY URBAN FARM, NEIGHBORHOOD GREENSPACE, EVENT SPACE, AND OTHER ADVANCEMENTS RELATED TO IMPROVING THE PUBLIC REALM ("PROGRAM"); AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO DISBURSE FUNDS, AT HIS DISCRETION, ON A REIMBURSEMENT BASIS DIRECTLY TO THE GRANTEE OR TO VENDORS UPON PRESENTATION OF INVOICES AND SATISFACTORY DOCUMENTATION; AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO NEGOTIATE AND EXECUTE ANY AND ALL DOCUMENTS NECESSARY TO EFFECTUATE THE PROGRAM, IN A FORM ACCEPTABLE TO THE GENERAL COUNSEL. WHEREAS, the Omni Redevelopment District Community Redevelopment Agency ("CRA") is responsible for carrying out community redevelopment activities and projects within its Redevelopment Area in accordance with the 2010 Omni CRA Redevelopment Plan ("Plan"); and WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners of the CRA finds that Inhabit Earth, Inc., a Florida not for profit corporation ("Grantee"), is an entity that can assist with accomplishing the above objectives of the Plan through the utilization and activation of vacant and underutilized lots in the area; and WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners of the CRA wishes to allocate grant funds from Account No.10040.920501.883000 in an amount not to exceed $400,000.00 ("Funds") to the Grantee over a two (2) year period to provide partial funding for a pop-up temporary urban farm, neighborhood greenspace, event space, and other advancements related to improving the public realm ("Program"); and WHEREAS, the Executive Director has made a written finding pursuant to Section 18- 85(a) of the Code of the City of Miami, Florida, as amended ("City Code"), as adopted by the Board of Commissioners of the CRA by Resolution No. CRA-R-16-0042, that competitive negotiation methods and procedures are not practicable or advantageous to the CRA for City of Miami Page 3 of 4 File ID: 5130 (Revision:) Printed On: 11/9/2018 Packet Pg. 53 obtaining said services and has recommended to the Board of Commissioners of the CRA that the finding be adopted and that competitive bidding methods and procedures be waived; and 2.4 WHEREAS, the Executive Director is requesting authority from the Board of Commissioners of the CRA to negotiate and execute any and all documents necessary to effectuate the Program, in a form acceptable to the General Counsel; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE OMNI REDEVELOPMENT DISTRICT COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY: Section 1. The recitals and findings contained in the Preamble of this Resolution are adopted by reference thereto and incorporated herein as if fully set forth in this Section. Section 2. By a four -fifths (4/5ths) affirmative vote, after an advertised public hearing, the Executive Director's finding that competitive negotiation methods and procedures are not practicable or advantageous to the CRA pursuant to Section 18- 85(a) of the City Code as adopted by the CRA and waiving the requirements for said procedures, is ratified, approved, and confirmed. Section 3. The Executive Director is authorized to allocate the Funds from Account No. 10040.920501.883000 to the Grantee for the Program. Section 4. The Executive Director is authorized to execute any and all documents necessary to effectuate the Program, in a form acceptable to the General Counsel. Section 5. The Executive Director is authorized to disburse funds, at his discretion, directly to the Grantee on a reimbursement basis or directly to vendors upon presentation of invoices and satisfactory documentation. Section 6. This Resolution shall become effective immediately upon its adoption. APPROVED AS TO FORM AND CORRECTNESS: VICTORIA MENDEZ, GENERAL COUNSEL City of Miami Page 4 of 4 File ID: 5130 (Revision:) Printed On: 11/9/2018 Packet Pg. 54 Ken Russell Board Chair INTER -OFFICE MEMORANDUM Jason Walker Executive Director TO: Board Chair Ken Russell and Members of the CRA Board FROM: Jason Walker Executive Director DATE: November 14t", 2018 SUBJECT: Recommendations and findings to waive competitive negotiation procedures per City Code, authorizing the allocation of Grant funds to Inhabit Earth Inc. for the Temporary Pop -Up Farm, Open Space Initiative in the CRA BACKGROUND: The Board of Commissioners of the Omni Redevelopment District Community Redevelopment Agency ("CRA") is responsible for carrying out community redevelopment activities and projects within its redevelopment area in accordance with the 2009 CRA Redevelopment Plan ("Plan"). Section 4.4.D, C-2 and A-2 of the Plan lists the CRA's objective to "improve the public realm" through means such as `[Eliminating] conditions which contribute to blight, " as well "[Providing] a system of public open spaces" and also to "[Enhancing] the areas visual attractiveness to businesses and residents." There exists vacant and currently underutilized properties within the CRA. The Open Space Initiative is to find creative ways to activate the underutilized properties in the area through partnerships and strategies such as but not limited to a Temporary Urban Farm, Neighborhood Greenspace and or Event Space to improve the public realm and the quality of life of residents in the area. Inhabit Earth, INC. ("Inhabit Earth"), possess vast and highly specialized expertise in providing Temporary Urban farm throughout the region. Inhabit's mission, through its program, is to activate underutilize urban lots and engage local residents. Moreover, Inhabit has an established presence urban areas, with a history of providing help and working with community partners to revitalize neighborhoods and reduce blight. Inhabit requested aid from the CRA in the amount of $400,000 in grant funding in an amount of $400,000 towards underwriting a portion of the costs associated with the Program, and OMNI COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF MIAMI 1401 N. Miami Avel 2nd Floorl Miami, FL 33136 Tel (305) 679 68681 http://www.miami-cra.org/ Attachment: 5130 Bid Waiver Memo (5130 : Grant to Inhabit Earth, Inc.) Packet Pg. 55 2.4.a furthering its organizational mission. The Executive Director reviewed and vetted Inhabits's request, in accordance with the objectives of the Plan. RECOMMENDATION In light of the above mentioned, in addition to Inhabit's commitment to the principles identified in the CRA's Plan for well over twenty-three (23) years, approval of a waiver of the formal requirements of competitive sealed bidding methods as not being practicable nor advantageous to the CRA as set forth in the City Code of Ordinances, as amended, specifically Sections 18-85 (a), and the affirmation of these written findings and the forwarding of the same to the Board of Commissioners of the Omni Redevelopment District Community Redevelopment Agency for ratification by a four fifths (4/5th) vote is respectfully requested. OMNI COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF MIAMI 1401 N. Miami Avel 2nd Floorl Miami, FL 33136 Tel (305) 679 68681 http://www.miami-cra.org/ Attachment: 5130 Bid Waiver Memo (5130 : Grant to Inhabit Earth, Inc.) Packet Pg. 56 2.4.b OMNI REDEVELOPMENT DISTRICT COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The Board of Commissioners ("Board") of the Omni Redevelopment District Community Redevelopment Agency ("CRA") will hold a Public Hearing on Wednesday November 14t", 2018 at 12:00 p.m., at the Temple Israel of Greater Miami,137 NE 19th Street, Miami, Florida 33136, to consider the award of grant funds to Inhabit Earth Inc. a legal entity authorized to transact business/render services in the State of Florida, to design, develop, implement and manage the Open Space Initiative including but not limited to a Temporary Urban Farm, Neighborhood Greenspace or Event Space for residents in the redevelopment area. In accordance with the Board's 2010 Redevelopment Plan ("Plan"), the Board will consider the funding, in an amount not to exceed $400,000.00 to underwrite the expenditures and costs associated with their open space initiative, within the CRA, envisioned to reduce slum and blight and further the objectives of the redevelopment plan over a two year period within the Omni CRA. Inquiries regarding this notice may be addressed to Jason Walker, Executive Director, OMNI CRA, at (305) 679-6868. This action is being considered pursuant to Sections 18-85 (a) of the Code of the City of Miami, Florida as amended ("Code"). The recommendation and findings to be considered in this matter are set forth in the proposed resolution and in Code Sections 18-85 (a), which are deemed to be incorporated by reference herein, and are available as with the scheduled CRA Board meeting of November 14t", 2018 at 12:00pm at the at the Temple Israel of Greater Miami, 137 NE 19th Street, Miami, Florida 33136. The CRA Board requests all interested parties be present or represented at the meeting, and may be heard with respect to any proposition before the CRA Board, in which the Board may take action. Should any person desire to appeal any decision of the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting, that person shall ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, including all testimony and evidence upon which any appeal may be based (F.S. 286.0105). In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, persons needing special accommodations to participate in this proceeding may contact the Office of the City Clerk at (305) 250-5361 (Voice), not later than five (5) business days prior to the proceeding. TTY users may call (305) 250-5472, not later than five (5) business days prior to the proceeding. #30314 Todd B. Hannon Clerk of the Board Attachment: 5130 Notice to the Public (5130 : Grant to Inhabit Earth, Inc.) Packet Pg. 57 inhabit ARTS + ENTERTAINMENT DISTRICT Packet Pg. 58 2.4.c "The ARTS + ENTERTAINMENT DISTRICT sprung from the overwhelming feeling that Miami was in dire need of a sense of place." - NIR SHOSHANI, NR INVESTMENTS Attachment: 5130 Backup (5130 : Grant to Inhabit Earth, Inc.) Packet Pg. 59 2.4.c THE CONCEPT LAND {LAND} (noun): i. rural or farming areas, as contrasted with urban areas 2. ground or soil used as a basis for agriculture 3. a country or state q,. a conceptual area 5. particular sphere of activity or group ofpeople LANDING {LAN -DING} (noun) : i. the act ofa person or thing that lands 2. a place where people and goods can be landed from 3. an act of returning to the ground or another surface When considering the brand identity ofa location in South Florida that would offer such a wide array ofproducts and services we felt that it needed a strong name that would give it a sense oftimelessness. The name needed to appeal to the masses in a subtle commercial way that would intreigue not only locals but visitors as well . A name that is short and easily remembered. It also serves as a play on the word LAND, which is plays a key role in the entire concept as it focuses around the proper use ofland and what the land has to offer. By calling it THE LANDING, the sense that it is a destination to be reached, is clearly implied. Attachment: 5130 Backup (5130 : Grant to Inhabit Earth, Inc.) Packet Pg. 60 2.4.c THE CONCEPT THE LANDING is an urban farm and food incubator that will serve as a marketplace and learning platform for the community and local businesses. The infrastructure, created almost entirely out ofshipping containers and other movable/temporary components, will house a fully functioning urban farm, locally sourced food market, versatile event space, and innovative design and learning center, NR Investments and Inhabit Earth, will create an ECONOMIC DRIVER and progressive CULTURAL ECOSYSTEM which caters to not only South Florida, but will garner national appeal. The scaleable and moveable components, can be transferred to one or more vacant lots elsewhere for continued use, allowing the investment to potentially continue it's benefits for decades to come. With the nation's growing desire to eat responsibly- grown, locally sourced foods, THE LANDING fills a void. It's central Miami location, overall concept and an engine powered by NR Investments and AE District Miami, THE LANDING will be a hub for cultural and educational programming, community engagement, and regeneration. THE LANDING will be A DESTINATION. Attachment: 5130 Backup (5130 : Grant to Inhabit Earth, Inc.) Packet Pg. 61 2.4.c THE WELLNESS MOVEMENT A GROWING INTEREST WELLNESS has lead to an increased interest to consume and invest in healthier food. Studies have shown that the majority of consumers are willing to pay more for their food, ifit is locally sourced and/or organic. In a 2015 Nielsen Global Health &Wellness Survey polled approximately 30,00o people online, and the data suggests that up to 88% ofthose polled are willing to pay more for healthier foods. Most ofthe food grown in South Florida is for export, leaving locals outside ofrural areas, with few locally -sourced options. Attachment: 5130 Backup (5130 : Grant to Inhabit Earth, Inc.) Packet Pg. 62 2.4.c A CULINARY DESTINATION THE FOOD AND RESTAURANT INDUSTRY in South Florida is in a state of constant growth and progress. With recent reports claiming that South Florida is becoming a CULINARY CITY, it's being compared to historically known culinary leaders such as Chicago, New York and Los Angeles. A national growing interest in South Florida's restaurants, paired with and a rising desire for locally sourced foods and produce, has increased necessity. South Florida has also experienced a noticeable increase in food influencers and food related events throughout the year. Anchoring this to the continued attention Miami is experiencing in the food and restaurant industries, THE LANDING is poised to become a new DESTINATION for residents and visitors alike. Attachment: 5130 Backup (5130 : Grant to Inhabit Earth, Inc.) 2.4.c COMMUNITY & CULTURE CULTURE MATTERS. More than ever before, people are becoming increasingly interested in lifestyles full of cultural and educational opportunities that satisfy a yearning for meaningful experiences. Culinary and community experiences have always been foundations which bring people together. Experiences need to fill us emotionally, physically, and mentally. By creating a COMMUNITY -BASED PLATFORM, that educates and cultivates relationships through mindful local food production and thoughtfully curated programming, it bridges a much needed gap, on the LOCAL AND NATIONAL LEVEL. Attachment: 5130 Backup (5130 : Grant to Inhabit Earth, Inc.) 2.4.c CASE STUDIES THE BENEFITS Several projects and studies have shown evidence that the reactivation ofunderutilized land has lasting positive effects and can lead to permanent use. A prime example ofthis is MAGNOLIA SILOS. Two abandoned Silos located in Waco, Texas were purchased by Chip and Johanna Gaines of HGTV's Fixer Upper. The expanded the property to include a garden, open event space, restaurant, bakery, local vendor space and shop. This year, with an average of more than 30,000 visitors a week than The Alamo, MAGNOLIA MARKET draws about 1.6 MILLION PEOPLE, according to the Waco Convention and Visitors bureau. Those include four chartered buses that have carried tourists from New York to Waco over the past year. The Silos are the signature of a growing Waco company that now employs 600 people, according to the Greater Waco Chamber of Commerce. The concept has filled hotels, roiled the local housing market and fueled downtown development. Tourism officials say attendance at Waco -area attraction is estimated to be 2 6 million this year, a fourfold increase over 2015, the Convention and Visitors Bureau reports. Hotel occupancy rates in the area were 75.5%, the second -highest in the state, and hundreds of new hotel rooms are under development. The area is now dubbed "THE SILO DISTRICT" and has incorporated a free trolly system for easy access from surrounding areas. Attachment: 5130 Backup (5130 : Grant to Inhabit Earth, Inc.) Packet Pg. 65 2.4.c CASE STUDIES THE BENEFITS PROXY SAN FRANCISCO is a temporary two -block project located in San Francisco, California which seeks to mobilize a flexible environment offood, art, culture, and retail within RENOVATED SHIPPING CONTAINERS. PROXY is both a response and solution to the ever changing urban lifecycle, existing as a temporary placeholder and an instigator of evolving cultural curiosities in art, food, retail and events. They utilize revamped shipping containers host outdoor films and a farmers' market. PROXY has become the focal point of its community and an inspiration to cities across the U.S. looking to maximize the potential oflatent real estate, TEMPORARILY TRANSFORMING underused but high -value urban areas into a thriving cultural experience. Because of its success, PROXY has been extended for 8 years, until 2021. PROXY was originally only scheduled to be around for three years when it leased the space at Hayes and Octavia in 2010, and the contract was extended to five years in 2012. 5130 : Grant to Inhabit Earth, Inc.) Attachment: 5130 Backup Packet Pg. 66 2.4.c CASE STUDIES THE BENEFITS EAST END MARKET is a neighborhood market and food hub in the Audubon Park Garden District ofOrlando, Florida. The Market showcases some of Central Florida's top food entrepreneurs, tradespeople, artists, and chefs. The structure, previously an old church bulding, is now home to a dozen merchants, a large event space, a demonstration kitchen, an incubator kitchen, offices, retail shops, a full-time, award -winning caterer and a world -class restaurant. The market hosts OVER 20 INDEPENDENTLY -OWNED BUSINESSES offering sushi, dailybaked bread, freshly roasted coffee, Italian prepared meals and sweets, Kombucha, organic juice, raw food specialties, artisan cheeses, savory soups and sauces, local groceries and flowers. The property is landscaped with Florida -friendly varietals, as well as home to a WORKING MARKET GARDEN. End Market is not only a hub for local food and culture, but also a community space fostering creativity and collaboration. It is considered Orlando's newest "theme park" for food enthusiasts. 5130 : Grant to Inhabit Earth, Inc.) Attachment: 5130 Backup Packet Pg. 67 2.4.c CASE STUDIES THE BENEFITS The University City District (UCD, a neighborhood revitalization organization in Philadelphia, reactivated underutilized land in the creation of THE PORCH in 2011. THE PORCH is a transformative, urban, open space with a seated event space, green areas and vendors offering food and beverage options. Since it's unveiling, THE PORCH at 3oth Street Station, has become a DESTINATION for locals and visitors alike, bringing in an average ofanywhere between i,5'oo-2,000 unique users daily, driving traffic to an otherwise underutilized part ofPhiladelphia. Other projects such as WINDY CITY HARVEST YOUTH FARM IN CHICAGO and EARTHWORKS URBAN FARM IN DETROIT, have also successfully used vacant land to bring food justice to low-income communities through urban farms and educational programming that empowers and employs locals. These, and other examples around the country have proven that temporary use ofvacant land create a POSITIVE CHANGE in a community and have lasting, sustainable effects on the economic and social conditions ofan area, promoting ECONOMIC AND SOCIAL PROGRESS. Attachment: 5130 Backup (5130 : Grant to Inhabit Earth, Inc.) Packet Pg. 68 2.4.c THE CONCEPT THE LANDING Located in a 52,000+ sq ft piece ofland located between NW i5th and i6th street and NW ist avenue, THE LANDING will be an urban food destination that will cater to locals and visitors alike. With a fully functioning regenerative ("way beyond organic") farm producing food for an on -site market, it will become a RESOURCE for all, especially local chefs and restaurants. A "farm to plate" cafe and event space will provide a community gathering place. The workshop/ design center will offer educational programming and regenerative eco-design co -working. THE LANDING will serve as a much needed platform for regenerative economic development, social progress, cultural and educational programming, and personal health and wellness. Attachment: 5130 Backup (5130 : Grant to Inhabit Earth, Inc.) Packet Pg. 69 2.4.c THE SITE PLAN Urban Farm (32,000 sq ft) sternavoutdoor Secondary Entrance Mobile Kitchen IGGGG'/GG/711000/lGGIJ/GG� (1111/7/ZIE 11/J10.'/ Design ///G/ /J///b///!//H///H1////Yf ,Design C j� ouse k Retail Nursery Covered — Seating _ 2,1DD sq Retail Event Space n Market Stage A&E District Event Space (18,000 sq ft) Main entrance p enter & Retail Nursery (6,500 sq ft) Parking 5 to 6 parking Spaces a Marketplace Retail (8,500 sq ft) Attachment: 5130 Backup (5130 : Grant to Inhabit Earth, Inc.) Packet Pg. 70 2.4.c ENTRANCE INSPIRATION =I : . MellgelTrTINI M 71 ;TM *7110 r'i44: Packet Pg. 71 2.4.c THE FARM THE FARM AT THE LANDING will be a I7,000+ sq ft section ofland designated for "beyond organic" farming or regenerative. Food grown on the farm will be sold at the on -site market, used at the farm - to -plate cafe and be a resource for local chefs and restaurants. THE FARM will be used as training grounds for locals interested in learning "foodcrafts" - how to grow, prepare, make and preserve food. Urban farming is a growing industry attracting national attention due to an interests in food quality, health and wellness. The benefits of offering locals a viable option for organic foods can contribute to the COMMUNITY'S OVERALL PROGRESS and perception. CONCEPT INSPIRATION Attachment: 5130 Backup (5130 : Grant to Inhabit Earth, Inc.) Packet Pg. 72 2.4.c THE MARKET THE MARKET AT THE LANDING, located in several shipping containers, will serve as a platform for local growers, health and wellness vendors and small local businessness. It will provide a hub for individuals to shop for responsibly -grown food and create a local economic system with the benefit of promoting personal growth and progress in all aspects. , +� 410 CONCEPT INSPIRATION Packet Pg. 73 Attachment: 5130 Backup (5130 : Grant to Inhabit Earth, Inc.) 2.4.c THE CAFE THE CAFE AT THE LANDING, will be a modular, container -based, pop-up concept promoting affordable healthy food choices using the freshest and most locally sourced ingredients possible. THE CAFE will serve as a platform to highlight the seasonal produce featured on THE FARM and provides the community a place to connect, work, socialize and enjoy free wi-fi in an unepected, relaxed, farm setting in the center ofthe city. This added feature acts as an added opportunity for revenue, not only during event activations on the property, but during regular business hours. The opportunity to feature a rotating selection of pop-up food concepts keeps THE CAFE current, allowing for a continually new experience. CONCEPT INSPIRATION Attachment: 5130 Backup (5130 : Grant to Inhabit Earth, Inc.) Packet Pg. 74 2.4.c THE SHOPS THE SHOPS AT THE LANDING, will be a the compound's on -site retail venue. Again, built with shipping containers, THE SHOP will hightlight the community's local small businesses. The pop-up retail shops will act as incubator for entrepreneurs and a community gathering space. With unique, handmade, and one -of -a -kind local finds, THE SHOPS will be platform to draw not only those seeking to support their local makers, but a place for visitors to source goods only found at THE SHOPS AT THE LANDING. CONCEPT INSPIRATION Packet Pg. 75 Attachment: 5130 Backup (5130 : Grant to Inhabit Earth, Inc.) 2.4.c POTENTIAL MERCH THE SHOPS AT THE LANDING, customized merchandise can be developed. It will serve as a two -fold benefit; much ofthe merch can be hand made by locals branded with THE LANDING logo and/or custom phrases. The profits from the merchandise produces another revenue stream. Lastly, it's built in marketing for the property. CONCEPT MERCH IDEAS Attachment: 5130 Backup (5130 : Grant to Inhabit Earth, Inc.) Packet Pg. 76 2.4.c THE EVENT SPACE THE EVENT SPACE AT THE LANDING, will provide a home base for existing programming taking place in the Arts + Entertainment District. This new space will host the ever -popular Miami Flea, as well as an expanded variety of cultinary farm to table events, arts, music and community programming. With A+E's current ability to draw thousands of attendees to their events, THE EVENT SPACE will open the door to mass -market appeal, thus bringing in a new audience to the space, introducing them to the concept ofurban farming. THE EVENT SPACE will be OPERATED BY THE ARTS + ENTERTAINMENT DISTRICT - the brainchild ofdevelopers Nir Shoshani and Ron Gottesmann of NR Investments. A+E was founded on the premise ofbuilding a "cultural infrastructure" first, with a strong emphasis on community programming and activating formerly dormant and derelict areas of the city. By fostering a sense of community, that many felt had long -been lacking in Miami, NRI, now more than ever, is committed to sustaining the cultural infrastructure they have developed. CONCEPT INSPIRATION Attachment: 5130 Backup (5130 : Grant to Inhabit Earth, Inc.) 2.4.c THE GREENHOUSE THE GARDENHOUSE AT THE LANDING will be a half -acre retail nursery producing edible and useful plants that are not currently available anywhere in South Florida. It will provide starter plants for the farm and plants for THE WORKSHOP AT THE LANDINGS. THE GREENHOUSE will be OPERATED BY FOODSCAPE DESIGNS, a permaculture design team with a focus on food -based ecosystems. Foodscape Designs was launched to bring home the idea of growing food everywhere while simultaneously creating beautiful human -scale places that help connect people to nature and to each other. CONCEPT INSPIRATION Attachment: 5130 Backup (5130 : Grant to Inhabit Earth, Inc.) Packet Pg. 78 2.4.c THE WORKSHOP THE WORKSHOP AT THE LANDING, is a co - working space for cutting edge urban eco-design firms housed in various shipping containers. THE WORKSHOP will showcase various "foodscapes" and related appropriate technology throughout a moo() square feet oflush edible landscapes that will engage audiences in demonstrations oflife- sustaining urban living. THE WORKSHOP will be OPERATED BY FOODSCAPE DESIGNS, a permaculture design team with a focus on food -based ecosystems. Foodscape Designs was launched to bring home the idea ofgrowing food everywhere while simultaneously creating beautiful human -scale places that help connect people to nature and to each other. CONCEPT INSPIRATION Attachment: 5130 Backup (5130 : Grant to Inhabit Earth, Inc.) 2.4.c THE PARTNERS PRINCIPAL PARTNERS Together NR Investments, founders of the Arts + Entertainment District and Inhabit Earth, an organization known for revitalizing South Florida's local food economy, will launch a concept activating underutilized land. The project site, built with shipping containers, will house food - based ecosystems, a workshop, retail nursery, food co-op, urban farm, pop-up restaurant, event space, market and retail space. The new multi -use compound will host South Florida's first re- skilling center, where locals and visitors alike can learn how to grow, prepare, cook, preserve and enjoy food. It will also serve as a home base for A+E's existing programming, including events such as the Miami Flea. The proposed village will occupy underutilized land that is pending development and will be designed to be transformative, scaleable and mobile. It will serve as a source of COMMUNITY REGENERATION, become a resource for local food, learning, culture and drive traffic and interest to an area that was otherwise in a state of dormancy. NR INVESTMENTS (NRI), NRI is a privately held real estate investment company. Our focus on commercial and residential real estate is built upon our beliefthat small investments in communities and local culture result in large returns in real estate value. We believe in finding that value by identifying and investing in opportunistic markets, through real estate assets and other financial instruments. NRI believes in fostering cultural movements and communities in undiscovered areas, and in making their buildings the beacons ofthese movements. INHABIT EARTH (IE), formerly Earth Learning, a IoIc3 non-profit, was founded in 2oo3 and is a recognized local food systems leader in our community. IE has a long (i4, year history) of commitment to food security projects. From the very outset, we have been advocating for a local food economy that is responsive to the needs of all who live here. IE has organized community food summits, conferences, courses and trainings; operated farmers markets. Attachment: 5130 Backup (5130 : Grant to Inhabit Earth, Inc.) Packet Pg. 80 2.4.c THE PARTNERS POTENTIAL PARTNERS THE GARDEN NETWORK will run the food Market. They have a decade of experience connecting farmers and producers with clients. They aggregate the best local responsibly grown produce in and have a strong distribution network. The operator is a graduate of IE's beginning farmer apprenticeship program. FOODSCAPE DESIGNS will operate the Urban Eco-Design Center and the Specialty Nursery, as well as design and install appropriate technology demonstration components throughout the LIFE campus. Foodscape Designs was launched to bring home the idea of growing food everywhere while simultaneously creating beautiful human -scale places that help connect people to nature and to each other. Their innovative approach creates multi -functional edible and productive landscapes that address social, economic and ecological goals. TREE AMIGOS will operate the Urban Farm. Tree Amigos is a partnership that grew out of Treehuggers Farm, who for the last I years have been committed to not only growing healthy vegetables and plants using natural methods but to sharing their knowledge with the community and imparting ways to live a more sustainable life. Attachment: 5130 Backup (5130 : Grant to Inhabit Earth, Inc.) Packet Pg. 81 this new concept will garner a new surge of population and foot traffic, • fostering GROWTH FOR LOCAL BUSINESSES, scene and ultimately, become not just a place, but Packet Pg. 82