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HomeMy WebLinkAboutBack-Up Documents (OBSOLETE)MIAMI MARINE STADIUM & FLEX PARK—MIAMI, FL FINANCIAL PROPOSAL Oak View Group OVG Response 8-28-25 PHASE 1 City of Miami (City) and Oak View Group (or a subsidiary thereto) (OVG) to immediately enter into a operating/management agreement for Flex Park for a term of 5yrs, subject to early termination upon commencement of the long-term operating/management agreement for Miami Marine Stadium (following its restoration) and Flex Park, as described below. City and OVG to also enter into an expert consultant agreement for the same term, covering the monthly consulting fee and pre -opening deliverables at Miami Marine Stadium site. During this period City and OVG will • Advance a referendum for the approval of the long-term management agreement • Negotiate and execute the long-term operating/management agreement • Develop an operating business and capital improvement plan with a detailed cost plan for operations, and capital improvements of both the stadium and flex park (such plan to be mutually agreed by the parties) • City will develop and implement a financing plan for the capital improvements for the stadium and flex park with assistance from OVG • City will commence and complete construction of the improvements to the stadium with assistance from OVG • City will commence and complete construction of the improvements to the flex park with assistance from OVG • OVG will operate the existing site PRE OPENING CONSULTING SERVICE FOR MIAMI MARINE STADIUM AND EXISTING FLEX PARK & OPERATIONS OF EXISTING FLEX PARK - Oak View Group (OVG) will be paid a monthly consulting fee of fifteen thousand dollars ($15,000) for completing the pre -opening deliverables at Miami Marine Stadium site. The City shall also reimburse OVG for any pre -approved out of pocket expenses directly related to such consulting services. OPERATIONS OF FLEX PARK - OVG will be paid a monthly management fee of Twelve Thousand Five Hundred Dollars ($12,500) plus 7% of gross revenues (including food and beverage and sponsorships) for operations of existing Flex Park prior to the completion of renovation of the Miami Marine Stadium and the flex park All revenue from the operation of Flex Park (other than the fees described in this paragraph) shall belong to the City. All operating expenses related to the operation of Flex Park shall be funded by the City. PHASE 2 ONGOING OPERATIONS FEE PROPOSAL CONTRACT TERM - OVG proposes an initial term of ten (10) years, with the option for three (3) additional renewal terms of ten (10) years each. Renewal terms shall be subject to mutual agreement by both parties. The initial term will commence at Certificate of Occupancy of Miami Marine Stadium, following its restoration, and upon completion of the Flex Park improvements. BASE MANAGEMENT FEE - OVG shall receive an annual base management fee of four hundred thousand dollars ($400,000) for managing the Miami Marine Stadium and Flex Park. Starting with the 46 year after the opening date of the Stadium, this fee will be subject to an annual increase based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI). INCENTIVE FEES - OVG shall receive an incentive fee equal to seven percent (7%) of Gross Event Revenue. NAMING RIGHTS / SPONSORSHIP / PREMIUM SEATING - OVG's Global Partnerships division will serve as the exclusive sales agent for sponsorship and premium seating for the Stadium and Flex Park. OVG will receive a commission of fifteen percent (15%) of all gross sponsorship and premium seating revenue. Sponsorship will be subject to City approval and compliance with any applicable laws and regulations. PARKING OPERATIONS - Should OVG be engaged to manage parking operations, a separate fee structure will be negotiated for those services. FOOD & BEVERAGE SERVICES - OVG Hospitality will serve as the operator of Food & Beverage services at the Stadium and Flex Park. OVG will retain the right to subcontract these services at its sole discretion. OVG Hospitality will retain seven percent (7%) of gross food and beverage sales. All Food & Beverage revenue (other than the 7% fee) shall belong to the City. All expenses of the food and beverage operation will be the responsibility of the City (on the P&L for the stadium and Flex Park). REVENUES & EXPENSES - Subject to the foregoing fees, the City shall retain all revenues from the operation of the stadium and Flex Park, and shall fund all expenses related to the operation and maintenance of the stadium and Flex Park. CAPITAL INVESTMENT OVG proposes to make a total capital investment of up to ten million dollars ($10,000,000), subject to the mutually agreed upon final program elements of the renovated stadium and Flex Park, to be contributed as follows: Up to five million dollars ($5,000,000) to be paid at the time of the first public event at the renovated stadium. This investment will be amortized over ten (10) years. Up to five million dollars ($5,000,000) to be paid upon the fifth anniversary of the first public event at the renovated stadium. This investment will be amortized over five (5) years. If the management contract terminates prior to full amortization of OVG's investment, the City shall pay to OVG the amount that remains unamortized upon the termination date, as to be further described in the long -form management contract between the City and OVG. The City will contribute the remaining capital necessary to complete the improvements (including purchase and installation of all FF&E) to the Stadium and Flex Park, consistent with the capital plan developed in Phase 1 of the operating period. At a minimum, the City shall fund sufficient amounts to ensure the stadium and Flex Park meet all requirements to become and remain fully operational in accordance with all applicable laws. OVG's obligation to contribute its capital investment, as described above, is subject to and conditioned on the stadium meeting mutually agreed design and programming requirements to be described in the long -form management contract between the City and OVG. The parties shall work together to develop the design plans and FF&E budget for the stadium renovations to ensure all operational expectations are achievable. The City shall be responsible for all design and construction costs (subject to OVG's capital contribution as described above) related to the stadium renovations pursuant to the mutually approved design. OVG will be granted access/control of parking spaces during the contract term to accommodate event expectations. SUBJECT TO BOARD APPROVAL All financial proposals and capital investments are subject to final approval by Oak View Group's Board of Directors. RHYTHM FOUNDATION INV MIAMIBEACH BANDSHELL Mayor Eileen Higgins Commissioner Rolando Escalona Commissioner Christine King Commissioner Damian Pardo Commissioner Ralph Rosado Commissioner Miguel Gabela Miami City Hall 3500 Pan American Drive Miami, Florida 33133 Dear Mayor and Commissioners: January 26, 2026 The Rhythm Foundation strongly supports restoration of Miami Marine Stadium. The Marine Stadium is a truly unique cultural gem, and we believe that our own experience is quite relevant to the opportunity the city has. By way of introduction, the Rhythm Foundation is a not -for -profit organization that presents international music. We create shared cultural experiences that build and connect the diverse communities of South Florida. Since 1988, we have presented thousands of concerts in many different venues throughout the area. In 2015, we took over management of the Miami Beach Bandshell, a national historic landmark amphitheater in Miami Beach. Constructed in 1962 (almost the same time as the Marine Stadium) the Bandshell had been operated by the City of Miami Beach and was widely considered a failure, hosting 1-2 events per month. Through hard work by our board and staff and cooperation from the City of Miami Beach, the Bandshell is now an enormous success. We host about 140 events per year and, with average annual attendance around 80,000, we are the busiest cultural venue in Miami Beach. We stream some of our concerts worldwide on Quincy Jones's QWEST TV channel and Time Out Magazine named us "The Best Live Music Venue in Miami". Most important: the crowds are both diverse and joyous. There are two lessons to be drawn from our success: First, a venue of this nature should not be managed by a government entity but by a motivated, professional facilities management organization. Good management makes an enormous difference. We know that the Marine Stadium was operated by the City of Miami and, unfortunately, was not successful. Because facilities management is very competitive and entrepreneurial, this is not surprising. That's why five venues that were managed by the governments in Miami and Miami Beach are now run by outside professional operators - and they are all working well. 7275 COLLINS AVE. MIAMI BEACH, FL 33141 Mailing: PO Box 414625 305-672-5202 RHYTHM FOUNDATION INV MIAMIBEACH BANDSHELL Second, we have learned that a venue can be both commercially successful and a major benefit to the community. As a non-profit, community access and engagement is extremely important. We work with a network of over 50 other non -profits to host their events and 30% of our shows are free. We try to keep our ticket prices affordable and our fees relatively low for our partner non -profits. At the same time, we work hard to drive revenue through appropriate commercial events, working with many major promoters including Live Nation and AEG. Our concessions operation is fine tuned and market sensitive. So, it is possible to achieve BOTH financial goals and community goals. We do urge the City of Miami to make sure that there is a carefully structured community component so that the Miami residents who cannot typically enjoy unique waterfront experiences can access the Marine Stadium. Our experience demonstrates that the Marine Stadium can be very successful in every sense of that word and we would be pleased to help in any way that we can. Thank You, Adam Ganuza Executive Director, The Rhythm Foundation I Miami Beach Bandshell adam@rhythmfoundation.com 7275 COLLINS AVE. MIAMI BEACH, FL 33141 Mailing: PO Box 414625 305-672-5202 February 2, 2026 Mayor Eileen Higgins Commissioner Damian Pardo Commissioner Miguel Gabela Commissioner Christine King Commissioner Ralph Rosado Commissioner Rolando Escalona Miami City Hall 3500 Pan American Drive Miami, Florida 33133 To the Mayor and Commissioners, I am writing to express my strong support for the preservation and restoration of the Miami Marine Stadium. Completed in 1962 and sited with extraordinary clarity along Biscayne Bay, the Stadium is among Miami's most significant works of civic architecture. Its innovative cantilevered concrete roof, expressive structural form, and open relationship to water, light, and landscape make it architecturally exceptional and inseparable from its setting. As a designated historic resource at the local and national levels, the Stadium represents an irreplaceable chapter in Miami's architectural and cultural history. Preserving the Marine Stadium is also a meaningful act of environmental resilience and sustainability. The adaptive reuse of this robust, climate -responsive structure conserves embodied energy, reduces the environmental cost of demolition and replacement, and demonstrates how historic public architecture can be responsibly reintegrated into contemporary civic life. At a moment when Miami is confronting the long-term impacts of climate change, restoring the Stadium affirms preservation as a forward -looking strategy that aligns environmental stewardship, public access to the waterfront, and cultural continuity. I strongly support efforts to restore this landmark and return it to active public use. Respectfully, Benjamin Cross, AIA 10580 SW 77th Court Pinecrest, FL 33156 February 2, 2026 Mayor Eileen Higgins Commissioner Damian Pardo Commissioner Miguel Gabela Commissioner Christine King Commissioner Ralph Roaado Commissioner Rolando Escalona Miami City Hall 3500 Pan American Drive Miami, Florida 33133 To the Mayor and Commissioners, I am writing to express my strong support for the preservation and restoration of the Miami Marine Stadium. Completed in 1962 and sited with extraordinary clarity along Biscayne Bay, the Stadium is among Miami's most significant works of civic architecture. Its innovative cantilevered concrete roof, expressive structural form, and open relationship to water, light, and landscape make it architecturally exceptional and inseparable from its setting. As a designated historic resource at the local and national levels, the Stadium represents an irreplaceable chapter in Miami's architectural and cultural history. Preserving the Marine Stadium is also a meaningful act of environmental resilience and sustainability. The adaptive reuse of this robust, climate -responsive structure conserves embodied energy, reduces the environmental cost of demolition and replacement, and demonstrates how historic public architecture can be responsibly reintegrated into contemporary civic life. At a moment when Miami is confronting the long-term impacts of climate change, restoring the Stadium affirms preservation as a forward -looking strategy that aligns environmental stewardship, public access to the waterfront, and cultural continuity. I strongly support efforts to restore this landmark and return it to active public use. Respectfully, Caitlin 340 SE 3rd St. Miami FI 33131 2/3/26, 12:55 PM Mail - Alexieva, Alexandra - Outlook Outlook Marine Stadium From Carlos Betancourt <cbpelican@icloud.com> Date Thu 1/29/2026 10:52 AM To Commissioner Pardo's Office <District2@miamigov.com> Cc Alberto Latorre (Carlos Betancourt Inc) <studiocbpelican@gmail.com>; carlos betancourt <cbpelican@gmail.com> CAUTION: This is an email from an external source. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Dear commissioner Damien Pardo, I hope this message finds you well. We are writing to you on behalf of the Miami Marine Stadium. The Miami Marine Stadium is not simply an event venue — it is one of the most architecturally unique structures in the United States and an irreplaceable part of Miami's cultural identity. Designed in 1962 by Cuban -born architect Hilario Candela, the Stadium's daring 326-foot cantilevered concrete roof was an engineering breakthrough of its time and remains a sculptural masterpiece today. Its form is bold, expressive, and visionary — a rare example of architecture that feels both monumental and poetic, merging structure, landscape, and water into a singular civic space. Buildings of this caliber are not replaceable; they define a city's character and connect generations through shared physical landmarks. Great architecture does more than house events — it shapes community life, civic pride, and economic vitality. Around the world, iconic venues such as Red Rocks Amphitheatre demonstrate how distinctive design can transform a place into a cultural destination, generating tourism, jobs, and global recognition. Miami Marine Stadium has already proven its power as a gathering place, hosting boat races, concerts, sunrise services, and community celebrations for decades. Its restoration would give Miami residents something increasingly rare: an accessible waterfront civic space where culture, nature, and architecture meet — a democratic venue where every resident, not only the privileged, can experience the beauty of Biscayne Bay from a world -class setting. It is deeply disappointing that a structure of such historic and architectural importance has waited decades for restoration, especially when it survived Hurricane Andrew structurally intact. Few cities would allow a National Register landmark, recognized internationally for its design significance, to sit dormant for so long. Restoring the Marine Stadium is not merely a construction project — it is a long -overdue act of cultural stewardship and civic responsibility. Approving the Resolution is a crucial step toward finally honoring this architectural treasure and returning it to the community it was built to serve. Sincerely, Carlos Betancourt Alberto Latorre https://outlook.office.com/mail/id/AAQkAGVmNWI1NGQxLWQwNjMtNDc3OS 1iNTA4LWFkYmExODgxMGFkYQAQAA34CORZ58dOnPQYScZT%2BUQ%3D 1/2 2/3/26, 12:55 PM Mail - Alexieva, Alexandra - Outlook Carlos Betancourt CB Pelican, Carlos Betancourt Inc www.carlosbetancourt.com sTUbi:. L!CAN Website an the Shop. CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE: This e-mail message including attachments, if any, is intended only for the person or entity to which it is addressed and may contain confidential and /or privileged material. Any unauthorized review, use, disclosure or distribution is prohibited. If you are not the intended recipient, please contact the sender by reply e-mail, destroy all copies of the original message, and do not disseminate it further. If you are the intended recipient but do not wish to receive communications through this medium, please reply to this email by writing in the subject box Remove From Mailing List. Thank you. https://outlook.office.com/mail/id/AAQkAGVmNWI1NGQxLWQwNjMtNDc3OS 1iNTA4LWFkYmExODgxMGFkYQAQAA34CORZ58dOnPQYScZT%2BUQ%3D 2/2 February 2, 2026 Mayor Eileen Higgins Commissioner Damian Pardo Commissioner Miguel Gabela Commissioner Christine King Commissioner Ralph Rosado Commissioner Rolando Escalona Miami City Hall 3500 Pan American Drive Miami, Florida 33133 To the Mayor and Commissioners, I am writing to express my strong support for the preservation and restoration of the Miami Marine Stadium. Completed in 1962 and sited with extraordinary clarity along Biscayne Bay, the Stadium is among Miami's most significant works of civic architecture. Its innovative cantilevered concrete roof, expressive structural form, and open relationship to water, light, and landscape make it architecturally exceptional and inseparable from its setting. As a designated historic resource at the local and national levels, the Stadium represents an irreplaceable chapter in Miami's architectural and cultural history. Preserving the Marine Stadium is also a meaningful act of environmental resilience and sustainability. The adaptive reuse of this robust, climate -responsive structure conserves embodied energy, reduces the environmental cost of demolition and replacement, and demonstrates how historic public architecture can be responsibly reintegrated into contemporary civic life. At a moment when Miami is confronting the long-term impacts of climate change, restoring the Stadium affirms preservation as a forward -looking strategy that aligns environmental stewardship, public access to the waterfront, and cultural continuity. I strongly support efforts to restore this landmark and return it to active public use. Respectfully, ad/ Charlene Conill 7201 SW 58th Street Miami, FL 33143 February 2, 2026 Mayor Eileen Higgins Commissioner Damian Pardo Commissioner Miguel Gabela Commissioner Christine King Commissioner Ralph Rosado Commissioner Rolando Escalona Miami City Hall 3500 Pan American Drive Miami, Florida 33133 To the Mayor and Commissioners, I am writing to express my strong support for the preservation and restoration of the Miami Marine Stadium. Completed in 1962 and sited with extraordinary clarity along Biscayne Bay, the Stadium is among Miami's most significant works of civic architecture. Its innovative cantilevered concrete roof, expressive structural form, and open relationship to water, light, and landscape make it architecturally exceptional and inseparable from its setting. As a designated historic resource at the local and national levels, the Stadium represents an irreplaceable chapter in Miami's architectural and cultural history. Preserving the Marine Stadium is also a meaningful act of environmental resilience and sustainability. The adaptive reuse of this robust, climate -responsive structure conserves embodied energy, reduces the environmental cost of demolition and replacement, and demonstrates how historic public architecture can be responsibly reintegrated into contemporary civic life. At a moment when Miami is confronting the long-term impacts of climate change, restoring the Stadium affirms preservation as a forward -looking strategy that aligns environmental stewardship, public access to the waterfront, and cultural continuity. I strongly support efforts to restore this landmark and return it to active public use. Respectfull ddie & Tracy Law 2000 Salzedo Street #207 Coral Gables, FL 33134 February 2, 2026 Mayor Eileen Higgins Commissioner Damian Pardo Commissioner Miguel Gabela Commissioner Christine King Commissioner Ralph Rosado Commissioner Rolando Escalona Miami City Hall 3500 Pan American Drive Miami, Florida 33133 To the Mayor and Commissioners, I am writing to express my strong support for the preservation and restoration of the Miami Marine Stadium. Completed in 1962 and sited with extraordinary clarity along Biscayne Bay, the Stadium is among Miami's most significant works of civic architecture. Its innovative cantilevered concrete roof, expressive structural form, and open relationship to water, light, and landscape make it architecturally exceptional and inseparable from its setting. As a designated historic resource at the local and national levels, the Stadium represents an irreplaceable chapter in Miami's architectural and cultural history. Preserving the Marine Stadium is also a meaningful act of environmental resilience and sustainability. The adaptive reuse of this robust, climate -responsive structure conserves embodied energy, reduces the environmental cost of demolition and replacement, and demonstrates how historic public architecture can be responsibly reintegrated into contemporary civic life. At a moment when Miami is confronting the long-term impacts of climate change, restoring the Stadium affirms preservation as a forward -looking strategy that aligns environmental stewardship, public access to the waterfront, and cultural continuity. I strongly support efforts to restore this landmark and return it to active public use. Respectful , Daniel Laburu, AIA 2920 S. Le Jeune Rd Miami FL, 33134 February 2, 2026 Mayor Eileen Higgins Commissioner Damian Pardo Commissioner Miguel Gabela Commissioner Christine King Commissioner Ralph Rosado Commissioner Rolando Escalona Miami City Hall 3500 Pan American Drive Miami, Florida 33133 To the Mayor and Commissioners, am writing to express my strong support for the preservation and restoration of the Miami Marine Stadium. Completed in 1962 and sited with extraordinary clarity along Biscayne Bay, the Stadium is among Miami's most significant works of civic architecture. Its innovative cantilevered concrete roof, expressive structural form, and open relationship to water, light, and landscape make it architecturally exceptional and inseparable from its setting. As a designated historic resource at the local and national levels, the Stadium represents an irreplaceable chapter in Miami's architectural and cultural history. Preserving the Marine Stadium is also a meaningful act of environmental resilience and sustainability. The adaptive reuse of this robust, climate -responsive structure conserves embodied energy, reduces the environmental cost of demolition and replacement, and demonstrates how historic public architecture can be responsibly reintegrated into contemporary civic life. At a moment when Miami is confronting the long-term impacts of climate change, restoring the Stadium affirms preservation as a forward -looking strategy that aligns environmental stewardship, public access to the waterfront, and cultural continuity. I strongly support efforts to restore this landm.s;L�d return it to active public use. Respec Y, Dariel Gonzalez 3535 NW 5th Street Miami FI 33125 doco mo•mo_ moving modern forward. Board of Directors Meredith Arms Bzdak PRESIDENT Todd Grover PRESIDENT-ELECT Eric Keune VICE-PRESIDENT Nina Chmura TREASURER Barbara Yanni SECRETARY Jesus (Chuy) Barba Bonilla Joan Brierton Michael De Lange Zoe Detweiler Anne Essner Monty Freeman T. Gunny Harboe Katie Horak Tyler Jones Tonia Moy Ann Mullins David Preziosi Robert Pullum Michelangelo Sabatino Monica Schaffer Barry Solar Robert Thomas Astrid Walker -Stewart Liz Waytkus EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Docomomo US Chapters Chicago/Midwest Colorado DC Florida Georgia Hawaii Michigan Mid Tex Mod Minnesota New England New Orleans/Louisiana New York/Tri-State Northern California North Texas Oregon Philadelphia Southern California Western Washington Wisconsin Friend Organizations CF3 Cincinnati Houston Mod Indiana Modern Landmark Columbus Modern STL Palm Springs Modernism Week US Modernist January 29, 2026 Dear Mayor and Commissioners, On behalf of the board of directors of Docomomo US, the nation's leading preservation organization dedicated to the preservation of Modern architecture, landscapes and design, we strongly support moving forward with the restoration, preservation, and reopening of the Miami Marine Stadium. The Stadium is one of the most important works of Modernism in the state of Florida and Docomomo US listed it as one of eleven of the most important Modern sites in 2021. The Stadium is also a rare and irreplaceable work that has long served as a source of inspiration for artists, designers, and creatives, while also offering a uniquely democratic relationship to the waterfront. Its preservation affirms Miami's commitment to cultural excellence, public access, and the protection of meaningful artistic landmarks that continue to shape the city's creative identity. In 2023, Docomomo US hosted its annual National Symposium in Miami where more than 300 architects, preservationist, academics and architecture enthusiasts from all over the country came together to tour and celebrate Miami's rich Modern architectural design history. During the event, we offered boat tours to the Stadium on every day of the event because of its iconic nature and the fact that we knew every attendee would want to see the Stadium while visiting the area. We strongly believe that a restored Stadium will be a cultural draw for residents as well as domestic and international travelers. We cannot emphasis this more and implore you to prioritize the restoration, preservation, and reopening of the Miami Marine Stadium. Sincerely, Liz Waytkus Executive Director Todd Grover Vice President, Advocacy Docomomo US - PO Box 230977 - New York, NY 10023 - info@docomomo-us.org 2/3/26, 12:48 PM Inbox - Alexieva, Alexandra - Outlook Outlook Miami Marine Stadium From Elisa Turner <elisaturn@aol.com> Date Thu 1/29/2026 9:24 PM To Commissioner Pardo's Office <District2@miamigov.com> CAUTION: This is an email from an external source. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Dear Commissioner Damian Pardo, Miami Marine Stadium offers our community far more than a performance venue. It is one of the most distinctive architectural achievements in the United States. It's a unique and precious part of Miami's cultural heritage. Created in 1962 by Cuban -born architect Hilario Candela, the Stadium features a groundbreaking 326-foot cantilevered concrete roof. This was a stunning engineering accomplishment for its moment time, which continues to thrill the eye for its grand sculptural presence. Its design has been called daring, lyrical, and visionary. It is an architectural gem, exquisitely sited to draw together architecture, landscape, and water into one civic landmark. Architecture of this caliber does more than host gatherings — it strengthens civic pride, fuels cultural life, and drives economic vitality. Miami itself provides one of the strongest examples of how preserving significant architecture can transform a city: the protection of the Art Deco District not only revitalized South Beach locally, but also elevated Miami's international cultural profile, drawing tourism, investment, and global recognition. The Art Deco District significantly enhanced the cachet that brought Art Basel Miami Beach to South Florida in 2002, illustrating how protecting visionary design can redefine a city's future and establish its identity as an international cultural destination. It is severely disappointing that such a historic, distinctive landmark has been neglected for decades, particularly given that the structure itself survived Hurricane Andrew. Few cities would permit a site listed on the National Register of Historic Places — and recognized internationally for its design significance — to be ignored for so long. Reviving the Marine Stadium is not simply a construction project. Indeed, this promises a seriously overdue project of visionary importance. It will be a memorable act of cultural stewardship and civic responsibility. Supporting the Resolution is an essential step toward at long last honoring this cultural treasure by allowing it to serve our community as it was intended. Sincerely yours, Elisa Turner Elisa Turner Independent Art Critic & Art Journalist cel: 305 484 8519 https://outlook.office.com/mail/id/AAQkAGVmNWI1NGQxLWQwNjMtNDc3OS 1iNTA4LWFkYmExODgxMGFkYQAQADkcYQIcYDRLgW1W5DcERYA%3D 1/2 2/3/26, 12:48 PM Inbox - Alexieva, Alexandra - Outlook Instagram: @elisaturn email: elisaturn@aol.com https://www.artburstmiami.com/our-writers/elisaturner https://outlook.office.com/mail/id/AAQkAGVmNWI1NGQxLWQwNjMtNDc3OS 1iNTA4LWFkYmExODgxMGFkYQAQADkcYQIcYDRLgW1W5DcERYA%3D 2/2 FAUSTO H SANCHEZ 600 GRAPETREE DRIVE, 1 1 CS KEY BISCAYNE, FLORIDA 33149 January 28, 2026 Mayor Eileen Higgins Commissioner Damian Pardo Commissioner Miguel Gabela Commissioner Christine King Commissioner Ralph Rosado Commissioner Rolando Escalona Miami City Hall 3500 Pan American Drive Miami, Florida 33133 Dear Mayor and Commissioners, As a Cuban American and Miami resident, I urge you to move forward with restoring and reopening the Miami Marine Stadium. Designed by Cuban -born architect Hilario Candela and deeply rooted in the tradition of Cuban modernism, the Stadium stands as one of the most powerful expressions of Cuban culture in our city's built environment. Preserving this landmark honors the Cuban community that helped shape Miami and ensures that this extraordinary public space on the waterfront remains accessible to future generations. Respectfully, Fausto H Sanchez * �rti,ANTj�, FLORIDA INLAND NAVIGATION DISTRICT COMMISSIONERS BUDDY DAVENPORT CHAIR VOLUSIA COUNTY STEPHEN W. BOEHNING VICE CHAIR INDIAN RIVER COUNTY CATHY CHAPMAN TREASURER NASSAU COUNTY MICHAEL KENNEDY SECRETARY MARTIN COUNTY J. CARL BLOW ST. JOHNS COUNTY AUSTIN BURKETT PALM BEACH COUNTY PATRICK CALLAWAY, P.E. DUVAL COUNTY T. SPENCER CROWLEY, III MIAMI-DADE COUNTY TOM MORGAN BREVARD COUNTY PAUL TRABULSY ST. LUCIE COUNTY RANDY STAPLEFORD FLAGLER COUNTY RICHARD WALTZER BROWARD COUNTY JANET ZIMMERMAN EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR CHRIS KELLEY DEPUTY DIRECTOR FLORIDA INLAND NAVIGATION DISTRICT February 2, 2026 Miami City Hall 3500 Pan American Drive Miami, Florida 33133 Mayor Eileen Higgins Commissioner Commissioner Commissioner Commissioner Commissioner Damian Pardo Ralph Rosado Christine King Miguel Gabela Rolando Escalona RE: Miami Marine Stadium Restoration Dear Mayor Higgins and Commissioners, On behalf of the Florida Inland Navigation District (FIND), I am honored to provide this letter of strong support for the City of Miami's Restoration of the Miami Marine Stadium. The Miami Marine Stadium exemplifies the core tenets of FIND's mission —most notably, ensuring public access to Florida's waterways and supporting continued public access for on -water recreation. This iconic facility further underscores the cultural, recreational, and economic value of Biscayne Bay to the community. The restoration effort also complements the City of Miami's ongoing commitment to maintaining the safety, accessibility, and cleanliness of its jurisdictional waters. This impressive work reflects a strong dedication to public safety, environmental stewardship, and the enhanced utility of Miami's waterways. FIND wholeheartedly supports the City of Miami's efforts to secure renovation funding for this critical project. Over the years, FIND has proudly partnered with the City in the Miami Marine Stadium area by providing grants for derelict vessel removal, Marine Stadium piling replacement, fuel tank replacement, boat ramp docks and pilings, and boat racks for vessel storage. FIND has also provided a grant for the Marine Stadium mooring field. These investments help ensure that Biscayne Bay remains a safe, vibrant, and sustainable resource for residents, visitors, and future generations. We commend the City of Miami for its proactive approach and steadfast commitment to preserving the integrity of its waterways. FIND respectfully urges your favorable consideration of this restoration and is proud to endorse this vital initiative. Should you require any additional information or wish to discuss this matter further, please do not hesitate to contact me at (305) 982-5549 or tscrowley@aicw.org. Sincerely, T. Spencer Crowley Commissioner, Florida Inland Navigation District ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE ON THE INTRACOASTAL WATERWAY IN PALM BEACH COUNTY 600 State Road 707, Unit C, Jupiter, FL, 33469-3516 TELEPHONE 561-627-3386 FAX No. 561-624-6480 www.aicw.orq 2/3/26, 12:44 PM Inbox - Alexieva, Alexandra - Outlook Outlook Miami Marine Stadium Renovation From Francisco Santeiro <fxsanteiro@proton.me> Date Mon 2/2/2026 8:44 AM To Commissioner Pardo's Office <District2@miamigov.com>; Pardo, Damian (Commissioner) <DPardo@miamigov.com> CAUTION: This is an email from an external source. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Dear Commissioner Pardo: I am writing to express my strong support for the renewal of efforts to restore the Miami Marine Stadium. The stadium is an extraordinary architectural jewel and a landmark of international significance. Designed by the late architect Hilario Candela, it stands as a powerful example of innovative modernist design and engineering. Its bold structure, dramatic cantilevered roof, and relationship to Biscayne Bay make it both unique and profoundly beautiful. Preserving the Miami Marine Stadium is not only about saving a building —it is about protecting Miami's cultural and architectural heritage. As our city continues to grow and evolve, it is essential that we honor and maintain the landmarks that define our identity and history. The Marine Stadium represents a moment of creative ambition and civic pride that deserves to be celebrated and passed on to future generations. Restoring the stadium would also provide Miami with a revitalized public space capable of hosting cultural, recreational, and community events, reinforcing its value as both a historic and functional asset. With thoughtful restoration, the Miami Marine Stadium can once again serve as a vibrant symbol of the city's commitment to design excellence and heritage preservation. I respectfully urge you to support and prioritize renewed efforts to restore this remarkable structure. Miami has a rare opportunity to safeguard an irreplaceable landmark, and I hope you will help ensure its preservation. Thank you for your time and consideration. Respectfully, Francisco X Santeiro Current board member and former chair of the AMIGOS of the University of Miami's Cuban Heritage Collection at the Otto Richter Library https://outlook.office.com/mail/id/AAQkAGVmNWI1NGQxLWQwNjMtNDc3OS 1iNTA4LWFkYmExODgxMGFkYQAQAE1fD9Q9LOBIk2hjJFLMDWo%3D 1/1 Frank Sanchis 360 West 43rd Street NY, NY, 10036 January 26, 2026 Mayor Eileen Higgins; Commissioners Rolando Escalona, Damian Pardo, Miguel Gabela, Ralph Rosado, Christine King, Miami City Hall 3500 Pan American Drive Miami, Florida 33133 RE: Miami Marine Stadium Dear Mayor and Commissioners: I am writing to urge support for the restoration of Miami Marine Stadium. The Stadium is an extremely important Cultural and Architectural Asset for the City of Miami, which is cruical to protect and retore. I say this as a past Vice President of the National Trust for Historic Preservation, which included Miami Marine Stadium on its list of 11 Most Endangered Historic Places in 2009, and a past North America Regional Director of the World Monuments Fund, which included the Stadium on its 2010 Watch. The significance and importance of Miami Marine Stadium is such that is the only property ever to be recognized by both these organizations, respectively the leading not for profit organizations in the United Stated and the World. This puts Miami Marine Stadium in the category of Angkor Wat, the Taj Mahal, Ellis Island, and, in terms of modern architecture, Eero Saarinen's TWA terminal at JFK airport in New York, another masterpiece constructed of reinforced concrete. It is hard to think of another building so culturally and symbolically connected to the place it was built. Designed by Cuban Born architect Hilario Candela in a city deeply imbued with Cuban culture, Miami Marine Stadium combines Candela's Cuban architectural heritage with the most innovative and dramatic engineering of the mid-20th Century. It is a landmark in every sense of the word. The future of Miami Marine Stadium is in your hands. For Cubans, for Americans, for Cuban Americans and for the entire planet, please vote for the restoration of this singularly important building. Sincerely, Frank Sanchis FI January 26, 2026 Mayor Eileen Higgins Commissioner Damian Pardo Commissioner Miguel Gabela Commissioner Christine King Commissioner Ralph Rosado Commissioner Rolando Escalona Miami City Hall 3500 Pan American Drive Miami, Florida 33133 To the Mayor and Commissioners, FLORIDA INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY I am writing to express my strong support for the preservation and restoration of the Miami Marine Stadium. Completed in 1962 and sited with extraordinary clarity along Biscayne Bay, the Stadium is among Miami's most significant works of civic architecture. Its innovative cantilevered concrete roof, expressive structural form, and open relationship to water, light, and landscape make it architecturally exceptional and inseparable from its setting. As a designated historic resource at the local and national levels, the Stadium represents an irreplaceable chapter in Miami's architectural and cultural history. Preserving the Marine Stadium is also a meaningful act of environmental resilience and sustainability. The adaptive reuse of this robust, climate -responsive structure conserves embodied energy, reduces the environmental cost of demolition and replacement, and demonstrates how historic public architecture can be responsibly reintegrated into contemporary civic life. At a moment when Miami is confronting the long-term impacts of climate change, restoring the Stadium affirms preservation as a forward -looking strategy that aligns environmental stewardship, public access to the waterfront, and cultural continuity. I strongly support efforts to restore this landmark and return it to active public use. Respectfully, •e 0 ;1152.— J hn A. Stuart, AIA Distinguished University Professor of Architecture Chair, City of Miami Beach Historic Preservation Board College of Communication, Architecture + The Arts School of Architecture I Miami Beach Urban Studios 420 Lincoln Road, Suite 440 • Miami Beach, FL 33139 • Tel: 305-335-1463 Florida International University is an Equal Opportunity/Access Employer and Institution .TDD via FRS 1-800-955-8771 2/3/26, 12:47 PM Inbox - Alexieva, Alexandra - Outlook • Outlook Support for Restoring Miami Marine Stadium — Miami Roots and a Family Racing Legacy From Jordan Milstead <milsteadracing@gmail.com> Date Sat 1/31/2026 10:52 AM To Mayor <Mayor@miamigov.com>; Commissioner Pardo's Office <District2@miamigov.com>; Rosado, Ralph (Rafael) (Commissioner) <RRosado@miamigov.com>; Commissioner King's Office <District5@miamigov.com>; District 1 Office <DistrictlOffice@miamigov.com>; Escalona, Rolando <REscalona@miamigov.com> Cc dontonton@gmail.com <dontonton@gmail.com> CAUTION: This is an email from an external source. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Dear Mayor Higgins and Honorable Commissioners, am writing in strong support of restoring the Miami Marine Stadium and moving this project forward. was born in Miami. Growing up, I heard the stories —family stories, racing stories, Miami stories —about a city that once gathered around the water to watch something extraordinary happen. Over the years, seeing the photographs, the boats, and the history tied to my own family has only deepened that connection. It's emotional, because it's personal, and because it represents a Miami that deserves to be remembered and carried forward. My family, the Milstead family, raced the S-36 hydroplane Man 0' War during the Stadium's active years. Miami Marine Stadium wasn't just a venue —it was part of the culture that shaped generations of South Floridians. It stood for innovation, competition, and a uniquely Miami blend of engineering, water, and community. What matters to me now is the future. Now I'm 34 years old and I want to be able to take my children there and tell them, "This is where your family stood. This is where Miami came together." I want them —and future generations —to feel pride in the city they come from and understand that Miami's history didn't start yesterday. Restoring the Miami Marine Stadium is not about nostalgia alone. It's about preserving a one -of -a -kind landmark that can once again serve the city as a cultural, educational, and community asset. Miami has always been bold. Saving this Stadium honors that spirit while giving future generations something tangible to connect with. strongly urge you to support the resolution and help ensure that the Miami Marine Stadium remains a living part of this city's story —not just a memory. Thank you for your time, your leadership, and for listening to voices like mine that come from deep roots in this community. Respectfully, Jordan Milstead https://outlook.office.com/mail/id/AAQkAGVmNWI1NGQxLWQwNjMtNDc3OS 1iNTA4LWFkYmExODgxMGFkYQAQANhntGiGgiVPsS0p4JyMT3g%3D 1/3 2/3/26, 12:47 PM Inbox - Alexieva, Alexandra - Outlook https://outlook.office.com/mail/id/AAQkAGVmNWI1NGQxLWQwNjMtNDc3OS 1iNTA4LWFkYmExODgxMGFkYQAQANhntGiGgiVPsS0p4JyMT3g%3D 2/3 2/3/26, 12:47 PM Inbox - Alexieva, Alexandra - Outlook https://outlook.office.com/mail/id/AAQkAGVmNWI1NGQxLWQwNjMtNDc3OS 1iNTA4LWFkYmExODgxMGFkYQAQANhntGiGgiVPsS0p4JyMT3g%3D 3/3 2/3/26, 12:50 PM Mail - Alexieva, Alexandra - Outlook Outlook Support for the Restoration and Reopening of Miami Marine Stadium From Jose Daniel Freixas <jdf@ancestorgroup.com> Date Wed 1/28/2026 5:04 PM To Mayor <Mayor@miamigov.com>; Commissioner Pardo's Office <District2@miamigov.com>; Rosado, Ralph (Rafael) (Commissioner) <RRosado@miamigov.com>; District 1 Office <DistrictlOffice@miamigov.com>; Escalona, Rolando <REscalona@miamigov.com> CAUTION: This is an email from an external source. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Dear Mayor and Commissioners, Hope this letter finds you well. As a Cuban American, a lifelong Miami resident, and a professional working at the intersection of culture, entertainment, and the arts, I strongly urge you to move forward with the restoration and reopening of the Miami Marine Stadium. Designed by Cuban born architect Hilario Candela, the Stadium is one of the most important expressions of Cuban modernism in Miami's built environment and a defining piece of our city's cultural history. It has hosted legendary artists including Jimmy Buffett and The Who and has long stood as a rare place where architecture, music, and the waterfront come together in a truly public and democratic way. My connection to the Marine Stadium is also personal. Growing up in Miami, my friends and I spent significant time there during our high school years. It was a magical and special place that shaped how many of us experienced the city and its creative energy. Those memories reflect the Stadium's power not just as a structure, but as a formative civic space. Throughout my career, I have worked on Cuban and Miami rooted cultural and entertainment projects, and today through my work with Ancestor Arts, I am actively supporting artists and cultural initiatives that reflect Miami's diverse creative identity. From that perspective, the Marine Stadium remains a living cultural asset with the potential to inspire future generations. Miami has already lost irreplaceable landmarks like the Orange Bowl. We cannot allow the same fate to happen to the Marine Stadium. Its restoration is an opportunity to honor our history while making a clear statement about the value we place on culture, public access, and preservation. Thank you for your time. Respectfu l ly, —JDF Jose Daniel Freixas I ANCESTOR 305-323-3430I JDF@ancestorgroup.com P..[1JC_ -S I UFO https://outlook.office.com/mail/id/AAQkAGVmNWI1NGQxLWQwNjMtNDc3OS 1iNTA4LWFkYmExODgxMGFkYQAQAGwxd8unDSdDgKSUXXCXYbU%3D 1/1 2199 PONCE DE LEON BOULEVARD SUITE 400 CORAL GABLES FLORIDA 33134 305-446-7799 305-446-9275 FAX RJHEISENBOTTLE A R C H I T E C T S www.rjha.net A Professional Association AAC001513 February 2, 2026 Mayor Eileen Higgins Commissioner Damian Pardo Commissioner Miguel Gabela Commissioner Christine King Commissioner Ralph Rosado Commissioner Rolando Escalona Miami City Hall 3500 Pan American Drive Miami, Florida 33133 To the Mayor and Commissioners, I am writing to express my strong support for the preservation and restoration of the Miami Marine Stadium. Completed in 1962 and sited with extraordinary clarity along Biscayne Bay, the Stadium is among Miami's most significant works of civic architecture. Its innovative cantilevered concrete roof, expressive structural form, and open relationship to water, light, and landscape make it architecturally exceptional and inseparable from its setting. As a designated historic resource at the local and national levels, the Stadium represents an irreplaceable chapter in Miami's architectural and cultural history. Preserving the Marine Stadium is also a meaningful act of environmental resilience and sustainability. The adaptive reuse of this robust, climate -responsive structure conserves embodied energy, reduces the environmental cost of demolition and replacement, and demonstrates how Historic public architecture can be responsibly reintegrated into contemporary civic life. At a moment when Miami is confronting the long-term impacts of climate change, restoring the Stadium affirms preservation as a forward -looking strategy that aligns environmental stewardship, public access to the waterfront, and cultural continuity. I strongly support efforts to restore this landmark and return it to active public use. Respectfully, and J. Heisen President, RJ ottle, FAIA eisenbottle Architects February 2, 2026 Mayor Eileen Higgins Commissioner Damian Pardo Commissioner Miguel Gabela Commissioner Christine King Commissioner Ralph Rosado Commissioner Rolando Escalona Miami City Hall 3500 Pan American Drive Miami, Florida 33133 To the Mayor and Commissioners, I am writing to express my strong support for the preservation and restoration of the Miami Marine Stadium. Completed in 1962 and sited with extraordinary clarity along Biscayne Bay, the Stadium is among Miami's most significant works of civic architecture. Its innovative cantilevered concrete roof, expressive structural form, and open relationship to water, light, and landscape make it architecturally exceptional and inseparable from its setting. As a designated historic resource at the local and national levels, the Stadium represents an irreplaceable chapter in Miami's architectural and cultural history. Preserving the Marine Stadium is also a meaningful act of environmental resilience and sustainability. The adaptive reuse of this robust, climate -responsive structure conserves embodied energy, reduces the environmental cost of demolition and replacement, and demonstrates how historic public architecture can be responsibly reintegrated into contemporary civic life. At a moment when Miami is confronting the long-term impacts of climate change, restoring the Stadium affirms preservation as a forward -looking strategy that aligns environmental stewardship, public access to the waterfront, and cultural continuity. I strongly support efforts to restore this landmark and return it to active public use. Respectfully, Tyler Meyer 2843 S Bayshore Dr. Unit 12F Miami, FL 33133 February 2, 2026 Mayor Eileen Higgins Commissioner Damian Pardo Commissioner Miguel Gabela Commissioner Christine King Commissioner Ralph Rosado Commissioner Rolando Escalona Miami City Hall 3500 Pan American Drive Miami, Florida 33133 To the Mayor and Commissioners, am writing to express my strong support for the preservation and restoration of the Miami Marine Stadium. Completed in 1962 and sited with extraordinary clarity along Biscayne Bay, the Stadium is among Miami's most significant works of civic architecture. Its innovative cantilevered concrete roof, expressive structural form, and open relationship to water, light, and landscape make it architecturally exceptional and inseparable from its setting. As a designated historic resource at the local and national levels, the Stadium represents an irreplaceable chapter in Miami's architectural and cultural history. Preserving the Marine Stadium is also a meaningful act of environmental resilience and sustainability. The adaptive reuse of this robust, climate -responsive structure conserves embodied energy, reduces the environmental cost of demolition and replacement, and demonstrates how historic public architecture can be responsibly reintegrated into contemporary civic life. At a moment when Miami is confronting the long-term impacts of climate change, restoring the Stadium affirms preservation as a forward -looking strategy that aligns environmental stewardship, public access to the waterfront, and cultural continuity. I strongly support efforts to restore this landm.s;L�d return it to active public use. Respec Y, Dariel Gonzalez 3535 NW 5th Street Miami FI 33125 February 2, 2026 Mayor Eileen Higgins Commissioner Damian Pardo Commissioner Miguel Gabela Commissioner Christine King Commissioner Ralph Rosado Commissioner Rolando Escalona Miami City Hall 3500 Pan American Drive Miami, Florida 33133 To the Mayor and Commissioners, I am writing to express my strong support for the preservation and restoration of the Miami Marine Stadium. Completed in 1962 and sited with extraordinary clarity along Biscayne Bay, the Stadium is among Miami's most significant works of civic architecture. Its innovative cantilevered concrete roof, expressive structural form, and open relationship to water, light, and landscape make it architecturally exceptional and inseparable from its setting. As a designated historic resource at the local and national levels, the Stadium represents an irreplaceable chapter in Miami's architectural and cultural history. Preserving the Marine Stadium is also a meaningful act of environmental resilience and sustainability. The adaptive reuse of this robust, climate -responsive structure conserves embodied energy, reduces the environmental cost of demolition and replacement, and demonstrates how historic public architecture can be responsibly reintegrated into contemporary civic life. At a moment when Miami is confronting the long-term impacts of climate change, restoring the Stadium affirms preservation as a forward -looking strategy that aligns environmental stewardship, public access to the waterfront, and cultural continuity. I strongly support efforts to restore this landmark and return it to active public use. Respectfull ddie & Tracy Law 2000 Salzedo Street #207 Coral Gables, FL 33134 February 2, 2026 Mayor Eileen Higgins Commissioner Damian Pardo Commissioner Miguel Gabela Commissioner Christine King Commissioner Ralph Rosado Commissioner Rolando Escalona Miami City Hall 3500 Pan American Drive Miami, Florida 33133 To the Mayor and Commissioners, I am writing to express my strong support for the preservation and restoration of the Miami Marine Stadium. Completed in 1962 and sited with extraordinary clarity along Biscayne Bay, the Stadium is among Miami's most significant works of civic architecture. Its innovative cantilevered concrete roof, expressive structural form, and open relationship to water, light, and landscape make it architecturally exceptional and inseparable from its setting. As a designated historic resource at the local and national levels, the Stadium represents an irreplaceable chapter in Miami's architectural and cultural history. Preserving the Marine Stadium is also a meaningful act of environmental resilience and sustainability. The adaptive reuse of this robust, climate -responsive structure conserves embodied energy, reduces the environmental cost of demolition and replacement, and demonstrates how historic public architecture can be responsibly reintegrated into contemporary civic life. At a moment when Miami is confronting the long-term impacts of climate change, restoring the Stadium affirms preservation as a forward -looking strategy that aligns environmental stewardship, public access to the waterfront, and cultural continuity. I strongly support efforts to restore this landmark and return it to active public use. Respectfully, amile Fernandez 3964 NW 5th Street Miami, FL 33126 February 2, 2026 Mayor Eileen Higgins Commissioner Damian Pardo Commissioner Miguel Gabela Commissioner Christine King Commissioner Ralph Rosado Commissioner Rolando Escalona Miami City Hall 3500 Pan American Drive Miami, Florida 33133 To the Mayor and Commissioners, I am writing to express my strong support for the preservation and restoration of the Miami Marine Stadium. Completed in 1962 and sited with extraordinary clarity along Biscayne Bay, the Stadium is among Miami's most significant works of civic architecture. Its innovative cantilevered concrete roof, expressive structural form, and open relationship to water, light, and landscape make it architecturally exceptional and inseparable from its setting. As a designated historic resource at the local and national levels, the Stadium represents an irreplaceable chapter in Miami's architectural and cultural history. Preserving the Marine Stadium is also a meaningful act of environmental resilience and sustainability. The adaptive reuse of this robust, climate -responsive structure conserves embodied energy, reduces the environmental cost of demolition and replacement, and demonstrates how historic public architecture can be responsibly reintegrated into contemporary civic life. At a moment when Miami is confronting the long-term impacts of climate change, restoring the Stadium affirms preservation as a forward -looking strategy that aligns environmental stewardship, public access to the waterfront, and cultural continuity. I strongly support efforts to restore this landmark and return it to active public use. Respectfully, Benjamin Cross, AIA 10580 SW 77th Court Pinecrest, FL 33156 February 2, 2026 Mayor Eileen Higgins Commissioner Damian Pardo Commissioner Miguel Gabela Commissioner Christine King Commissioner Ralph Rosado Commissioner Rolando Escalona Miami City Hall 3500 Pan American Drive Miami, Florida 33133 To the Mayor and Commissioners, I am writing to express my strong support for the preservation and restoration of the Miami Marine Stadium. Completed in 1962 and sited with extraordinary clarity along Biscayne Bay, the Stadium is among Miami's most significant works of civic architecture. Its innovative cantilevered concrete roof, expressive structural form, and open relationship to water, light, and landscape make it architecturally exceptional and inseparable from its setting. As a designated historic resource at the local and national levels, the Stadium represents an irreplaceable chapter in Miami's architectural and cultural history. Preserving the Marine Stadium is also a meaningful act of environmental resilience and sustainability. The adaptive reuse of this robust, climate -responsive structure conserves embodied energy, reduces the environmental cost of demolition and replacement, and demonstrates how historic public architecture can be responsibly reintegrated into contemporary civic life. At a moment when Miami is confronting the long-term impacts of climate change, restoring the Stadium affirms preservation as a forward -looking strategy that aligns environmental stewardship, public access to the waterfront, and cultural continuity. I strongly support efforts to restore this landmark and return it to active public use. Respectful , Daniel Laburu, AIA 2920 S. Le Jeune Rd Miami FL, 33134 February 2, 2026 Mayor Eileen Higgins Commissioner Damian Pardo Commissioner Miguel Gabela Commissioner Christine King Commissioner Ralph Rosado Commissioner Rolando Escalona Miami City Hall 3500 Pan American Drive Miami, Florida 33133 To the Mayor and Commissioners, I am writing to express my strong support for the preservation and restoration of the Miami Marine Stadium. Completed in 1962 and sited with extraordinary clarity along Biscayne Bay, the Stadium is among Miami's most significant works of civic architecture. Its innovative cantilevered concrete roof, expressive structural form, and open relationship to water, light, and landscape make it architecturally exceptional and inseparable from its setting. As a designated historic resource at the local and national levels, the Stadium represents an irreplaceable chapter in Miami's architectural and cultural history. Preserving the Marine Stadium is also a meaningful act of environmental resilience and sustainability. The adaptive reuse of this robust, climate -responsive structure conserves embodied energy, reduces the environmental cost of demolition and replacement, and demonstrates how historic public architecture can be responsibly reintegrated into contemporary civic life. At a moment when Miami is confronting the long-term impacts of climate change, restoring the Stadium affirms preservation as a forward -looking strategy that aligns environmental stewardship, public access to the waterfront, and cultural continuity. I strongly support efforts to restore this landmark and return it to active public use. Respectfully, ad/ Charlene Conill 7201 SW 58th Street Miami, FL 33143 February 2, 2026 Mayor Eileen Higgins Commissioner Damian Pardo Commissioner Miguel Gabela Commissioner Christine King Commissioner Ralph Rosado Commissioner Rolando Escalona Miami City Hall 3500 Pan American Drive Miami, Florida 33133 To the Mayor and Commissioners, I am writing to express my strong support for the preservation and restoration of the Miami Marine Stadium. Completed in 1962 and sited with extraordinary clarity along Biscayne Bay, the Stadium is among Miami's most significant works of civic architecture. Its innovative cantilevered concrete roof, expressive structural form, and open relationship to water, light, and landscape make it architecturally exceptional and inseparable from its setting. As a designated historic resource at the local and national levels, the Stadium represents an irreplaceable chapter in Miami's architectural and cultural history. Preserving the Marine Stadium is also a meaningful act of environmental resilience and sustainability. The adaptive reuse of this robust, climate -responsive structure conserves embodied energy, reduces the environmental cost of demolition and replacement, and demonstrates how historic public architecture can be responsibly reintegrated into contemporary civic life. At a moment when Miami is confronting the long-term impacts of climate change, restoring the Stadium affirms preservation as a forward -looking strategy that aligns environmental stewardship, public access to the waterfront, and cultural continuity. I strongly support efforts to restore this landmark and return it to active public use. Respectfully, Mary Wissinger, AIA 3060 SW 37TH AVE Apt. 1105 MIAMI FL 33133 February 2, 2026 Mayor Eileen Higgins Commissioner Damian Pardo Commissioner Miguel Gabela Commissioner Christine King Commissioner Ralph Roaado Commissioner Rolando Escalona Miami City Hall 3500 Pan American Drive Miami, Florida 33133 To the Mayor and Commissioners, I am writing to express my strong support for the preservation and restoration of the Miami Marine Stadium. Completed in 1962 and sited with extraordinary clarity along Biscayne Bay, the Stadium is among Miami's most significant works of civic architecture. Its innovative cantilevered concrete roof, expressive structural form, and open relationship to water, light, and landscape make it architecturally exceptional and inseparable from its setting. As a designated historic resource at the local and national levels, the Stadium represents an irreplaceable chapter in Miami's architectural and cultural history. Preserving the Marine Stadium is also a meaningful act of environmental resilience and sustainability. The adaptive reuse of this robust, climate -responsive structure conserves embodied energy, reduces the environmental cost of demolition and replacement, and demonstrates how historic public architecture can be responsibly reintegrated into contemporary civic life. At a moment when Miami is confronting the long-term impacts of climate change, restoring the Stadium affirms preservation as a forward -looking strategy that aligns environmental stewardship, public access to the waterfront, and cultural continuity. I strongly support efforts to restore this landmark and return it to active public use. Respectfully, Caitlin 340 SE 3rd St. Miami FI 33131 February 2, 2026 Mayor Eileen Higgins Commissioner Damian Pardo Commissioner Miguel Gabela Commissioner Christine King Commissioner Ralph Rosado Commissioner Rolando Escalona Miami City Hall 3500 Pan American Drive Miami, Florida 33133 To the Mayor and Commissioners, I am writing to express my strong support for the preservation and restoration of the Miami Marine Stadium. Completed in 1962 and sited with extraordinary clarity along Biscayne Bay, the Stadium is among Miami's most significant works of civic architecture. Its innovative cantilevered concrete roof, expressive structural form, and open relationship to water, light, and landscape make it architecturally exceptional and inseparable from its setting. As a designated historic resource at the local and national levels, the Stadium represents an irreplaceable chapter in Miami's architectural and cultural history. Preserving the Marine Stadium is also a meaningful act of environmental resilience and sustainability. The adaptive reuse of this robust, climate -responsive structure conserves embodied energy, reduces the environmental cost of demolition and replacement, and demonstrates how historic public architecture can be responsibly reintegrated into contemporary civic life. At a moment when Miami is confronting the long-term impacts of climate change, restoring the Stadium affirms preservation as a forward -looking strategy that aligns environmental stewardship, public access to the waterfront, and cultural continuity. I strongly support efforts to restore this landmark and return it to active public use. Respectfully, Stephanie E. Michell 14730 SW 144 Terrace Miami FI 33196 MIAMI ROWING & WATERSPORTS CENTER, Inc. niani iowinc CLU3 3692 Grand Avenue, Suite 332 • Miami, Florida 33133 www.miamirowing.org January 28, 2026 Mayor Eileen Higgins Commissioner Damian Pardo Commissioner Miguel Gabela Commissioner Christine King Commissioner Ralph Rosado Commissioner Rolando Escalona Miami City Hall 3500 Pan American Drive Miami, Florida 33133 Sent via email to: mayor@miamigov.com, district2@miamigov.com, rrosado@miami.gov, districts@miamigov.com, district] o fce@miamigov.com, rescalona@miamigov.com Dear Mayor and Commissioners, On behalf of the Miami Rowing Club (MRC), we would like to express our support for the resolution that would appoint the City's chosen partner, Oak View Group, to operate the Miami Marine Stadium once the Stadium is renovated. MRC's boathouse is located on City -owned land adjacent to the Miami Marine Stadium and MRC has enjoyed a more than 50-year collaboration with the City of Miami. MRC's nationally recognized youth rowing program is the heart of MRC. MRC is also home to a masters (post -collegiate) rowing program and competitive Dragonboat and outrigger canoe teams. Hundreds of MRC athletes train daily on the Miami Marine Stadium basin (the Basin). MRC also holds, in the Basin, the annual Miami International Regatta, Miami's premier competitive rowing competition, usually attended by approximately 800 athletes from Florida as well as other states and countries. Two reasons lead us to express our support for the resolution. Firstly, the concept of renovating the Miami Marine Stadium and making it a space where the community can access the waterfront is aligned with our values: a benefit for the community that is open to anyone who wants to enjoy a natural gem in the heart of our city. Secondly, we believe that, in the long term, a renovated and fully functional Miami Marine Stadium is the best neighbor that MRC can have. We believe that, through open dialogue with City officials and the Oak View Group, the planning for development of the Miami Marine Stadium can be done in a way that addresses MRC's long-term needs, which include: • the need for daily operation of the MRC boathouse without interruptions or shutdowns, • the need for daily access to the Basin without any major restrictions that would impede training, • the need for daily access to part of the current flex park parking (surrounding the Stadium) for parking overflow, and • the need for space surrounding the Stadium to hold the long-standing annual Miami International Regatta and other rowing and paddling events. We reiterate our support for the resolution, and look forward to establishing an open channel of communication with the relevant City officials and the Oak View Group in relation to planning for the Stadium renovation and its implications for the Basin and the surrounding area. Sincerely, Facundo Barrera President, Board of Directors, MRC facundeto@yahoo.com Nancy May The Venue Guide, LLC d/b/a VenueResource.com Founder / CEO 303-919-0891/email nancymmay303@gmail.com February 1, 2026 Mayor Eileen Higgins Commissioner Christine King Commissioner Ralph Rosado Commissioner Damian Pardo Commissioner Rolando Escalona Commissioner Miguel Gabela Miami City Hall 3500 Pan American Drive Miami, Florida 33133 Dear Mayor and Commissioners: I am writing to strongly support restoration of the Miami Marine Stadium. I believe that this venue, once restored, will become one of the truly great venues in the world. I speak from experience. I am a entertainment venue management professional who has worked in this field for many years. Most applicable: I have served as Production Manager and Assistant General Manager for Red Rocks Amphitheater outside Denver, Colorado (https://www.redrocksonline.com/). Red Rocks is a natural Amphitheatre that was converted into a public venue, carved from the hill by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930's. It is one of the most successful venues in the world. Red Rocks hosts over 200 concerts and 1.5 million visitors per year, including 500,000 people from outside of Colorado. It is extremely profitable and generates $20 million per year in tax revenues for the City of Denver through tourist expenditures. I believe it has become the largest tourist attraction in Colorado. I was a consultant on the Marine Stadum feasibility study done for the City of Miami by AMS Planning and Research. When I saw the building for the first time, I was stunned. Red Rocks is hugely successful because it offers the viewer an extraordinary "immersive" experience. But artists often choose to play Red Rocks even though they can make much more money in other local venues. So many artists have told me it is their lifelong dream to play there. I believe the Miami Marine Stadium has a similar appeal. The distinct architecture, the views of the city, and a stage that will be on the water create a setting that will draw artists and music lovers alike. There are so many events that would benefit from the setting. A producer with IMG told me he's always wanted to do a celebrity tennis match there. He can see the Stadium from his Miami condominium! The fact that there is not a permanent stage, opens it up for so many possible productions. While a consultant for Denver Arts and Venues, before returning permanently, we created "Film on The Rocks" which generally sells out. Now there is "Yoga on the Rocks, `Ski Shape on the Rocks". All sold out. People want to come to an incredible, one -of -a -kind destination so they can tell their friends about the experience. Like Red Rocks, there is only one Miami Marine Stadium. And I absolutely could not believe that it is just sitting there. You have a magnificent asset, a building that once renovated, will truly become one of the great open-air venues in the world. In a unique facility like this, there are always operational challenges. For one, you have to make sure that the stage will meet the current production and performance requirements. Red Rocks has always had physical challenges, but creative thinking can resolve them and often result in amazing improvements. After studying the facility, know there are solutions and incredible opportunities! Another important issue is community involvement. While I am convinced that the Marine Stadium will be commercially very successful, it is very important to make sure it is accessible to Miami residents, many of whom may not be able to afford to buy high priced tickets. At Red Rocks, we make sure that the venue is open to the community on days where there are no shows booked. One idea: Make the Marine Stadium a community venue during- off nights (ie. Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday). can see "Come Mondays" on Monday nights, a weekly tribute to Jimmy Buffett who, we know, loved the Stadium. Latin Music Tuesdays and World Music Wednesdays. The local CVB can promote these consistent shows to incoming tourists. This would help cement the Stadium as a destination. I see that the City has selected the Oak View Group to operate the Marine Stadium. This is an excellent choice -they have the experience and capability to properly manage this building. They are especially strong in music and concert promotion and their very extensive relationships in the music industry should be extremely helpful to the Marine Stadium. If I can provide you with help or guidance, please let me know. You have an incredible asset. Please take advantage of the magnificent opportunity that you have. Yours truly, Nancy May Founder / CEO The Venue Guide LLC d/b/a VenueResource.com 303-919-0891 nancy@VenueResource.com 2199 PONCE DE LEON BOULEVARD SUITE 400 CORAL GABLES FLORIDA 33134 305-446-7799 305-446-9275 FAX RJHEISENBOTTLE A R C H I T E C T S www.rjha.net A Professional Association AAC001513 February 2, 2026 Mayor Eileen Higgins Commissioner Damian Pardo Commissioner Miguel Gabela Commissioner Christine King Commissioner Ralph Rosado Commissioner Rolando Escalona Miami City Hall 3500 Pan American Drive Miami, Florida 33133 To the Mayor and Commissioners, I am writing to express my strong support for the preservation and restoration of the Miami Marine Stadium. Completed in 1962 and sited with extraordinary clarity along Biscayne Bay, the Stadium is among Miami's most significant works of civic architecture. Its innovative cantilevered concrete roof, expressive structural form, and open relationship to water, light, and landscape make it architecturally exceptional and inseparable from its setting. As a designated historic resource at the local and national levels, the Stadium represents an irreplaceable chapter in Miami's architectural and cultural history. Preserving the Marine Stadium is also a meaningful act of environmental resilience and sustainability. The adaptive reuse of this robust, climate -responsive structure conserves embodied energy, reduces the environmental cost of demolition and replacement, and demonstrates how Historic public architecture can be responsibly reintegrated into contemporary civic life. At a moment when Miami is confronting the long-term impacts of climate change, restoring the Stadium affirms preservation as a forward -looking strategy that aligns environmental stewardship, public access to the waterfront, and cultural continuity. I strongly support efforts to restore this landmark and return it to active public use. Respectfully, and J. Heisen President, RJ ottle, FAIA eisenbottle Architects February 2, 2026 Mayor Eileen Higgins Commissioner Damian Pardo Commissioner Miguel Gabela Commissioner Christine King Commissioner Ralph Rosado Commissioner Rolando Escalona Miami City Hall 3500 Pan American Drive Miami, Florida 33133 To the Mayor and Commissioners, I am writing to express my strong support for the preservation and restoration of the Miami Marine Stadium. Completed in 1962 and sited with extraordinary clarity along Biscayne Bay, the Stadium is among Miami's most significant works of civic architecture. Its innovative cantilevered concrete roof, expressive structural form, and open relationship to water, light, and landscape make it architecturally exceptional and inseparable from its setting. As a designated historic resource at the local and national levels, the Stadium represents an irreplaceable chapter in Miami's architectural and cultural history. Preserving the Marine Stadium is also a meaningful act of environmental resilience and sustainability. The adaptive reuse of this robust, climate -responsive structure conserves embodied energy, reduces the environmental cost of demolition and replacement, and demonstrates how historic public architecture can be responsibly reintegrated into contemporary civic life. At a moment when Miami is confronting the long-term impacts of climate change, restoring the Stadium affirms preservation as a forward -looking strategy that aligns environmental stewardship, public access to the waterfront, and cultural continuity. I strongly support efforts to restore this landmark and return it to active public use. Respectfully, Stephanie E. Michell 14730 SW 144 Terrace Miami FI 33196 Stuart Blumberg 7532 Cutlass Avenue North Bay Village, Florida 33141 January 30, 2026 Mayor Eileen Higgins Commissioner Rolando Escalona Commissioner Damian Pardo Commissioner Miguel Gabela Commissioner Ralph Rosado Commissioner Christine King Miami City Hall 3500 Pan American Drive Miami, Florida 33133 Dear Mayor and Commissioners: am writing in support of the Marine Stadium proposal. As founder of the Greater Miami and the Beaches Hotel Association as well as a founder of the Greater Miami Convention and Visitors Bureau, know the importance of tourism. As Director Emeritus of the Arsht Center I also know the important of community. Just as important as tourism is a sense of community, those such as the Arsht Center that not only attract visitors but brings the community together. We as Miamians take great pride in our history and traditions. Restoring the Stadium, the only one of its kind in the United States, under the leadership of the largest entertainment and venue operator in the country, with no cost to the citizens of Miami, is what's at stake. Studies have been done indicating the viability of the Stadium. It's time to let the voters of Miami voice their opinion . Stu Blumberg THE.VILLAGERS I N C R P O R A T E D DEDICATED TO THE RFSTCIRATIMI ANT] PRESFRVATICIN CIF HiSTOVIC STTFS January 30, 2026 Mayor Eileen Higgins Chairwoman Christine King Commissioner Ralph Rosado Commissioner Miguel Gabela Commissioner Damian Pardo Commissioner Rolando Escalona Miami City Hall 3500 Pan American Drive Miami, Florida 33133 Dear Mayor Higgins, Chairwoman King, Commissioner Rosado, Commissioner Gabela, Commissioner Pardo and Commissioner Escalona, I am writing to you on behalf of The Villagers, Miami Dade's oldest historic preservation organization dedicated to preserving the cultural and architectural heritage of our community. The Villagers is requesting your support of the restoration and operation of the Miami Marine Stadium. After 33 years, we applaud the City of Miami's efforts to restore this world famous and architecturally significant symbol of our City. The Miami Marine Stadium has been named a National Treasure by the National Trust for Historic Preservation, is on the Watch List of the World Monuments Fund, has been designated historic by the City of Miami and is on the National Register of Historic Places. This one -of -a kind masterpiece designed by Cuban born architect Hilario Candela represents the best of Miami and we look forward to bringing it back to our community. We understand this item is to go before the Commission on February 12, 2026. Please support the return of the iconic Miami Marine Stadium and vote yes on the resolution to approve Oak View Group as the operator. Sincerely, Gina Guilford, President The Villagers, Inc. February 2, 2026 Mayor Eileen Higgins Commissioner Damian Pardo Commissioner Miguel Gabela Commissioner Christine King Commissioner Ralph Rosado Commissioner Rolando Escalona Miami City Hall 3500 Pan American Drive Miami, Florida 33133 To the Mayor and Commissioners, I am writing to express my strong support for the preservation and restoration of the Miami Marine Stadium. Completed in 1962 and sited with extraordinary clarity along Biscayne Bay, the Stadium is among Miami's most significant works of civic architecture. Its innovative cantilevered concrete roof, expressive structural form, and open relationship to water, light, and landscape make it architecturally exceptional and inseparable from its setting. As a designated historic resource at the local and national levels, the Stadium represents an irreplaceable chapter in Miami's architectural and cultural history. Preserving the Marine Stadium is also a meaningful act of environmental resilience and sustainability. The adaptive reuse of this robust, climate -responsive structure conserves embodied energy, reduces the environmental cost of demolition and replacement, and demonstrates how historic public architecture can be responsibly reintegrated into contemporary civic life. At a moment when Miami is confronting the long-term impacts of climate change, restoring the Stadium affirms preservation as a forward -looking strategy that aligns environmental stewardship, public access to the waterfront, and cultural continuity. I strongly support efforts to restore this landmark and return it to active public use. Respectfully, Tyler Meyer 2843 S Bayshore Dr. Unit 12F Miami, FL 33133 January 30, 2026 Mayor Eileen Higgins Chairwoman Christine King Commissioner Miguel Gabela Commissioner Damian Pardo Commissioner Rolando Escalona Commissioner Ralph Rosado Miami City Hall 3500 Pan American Drive Miami, Florida 33133 Dear Honorable Mayor and Commissioners: am writing to you in strong support of restoration of the Miami Marine Stadium. As past President and CEO for 23 years of the Greater Miami Convention and Visitors Bureau, I know that in promoting a destination, distinguishing yourself from the competition is critical. As an attraction and a venue, it has no competition. This is a reminder that we are the cruise capital of the world. I've had some wonderful experiences there. I got to Miami in 1969 and I attended many boat races, concerts (yes, Jimmy Buffett) and events there. Today, there are multiple ways to use the facility that we have not thought of before. The Miami Marine Stadium will help the Greater Miami Convention and Visitors Bureau attract new meeting business. Convention managers always look for unique opportunities for attendees in the host city. Since the Oak View Group will operate both the Marine Stadum and the Miami Beach Convention Center, this will be a big selling point that will be very helpful to the Bureau. The Stadium itself is a wonderful press magnet. In 2023, I was the host to a segment about the Miami Marine Stadum done by the Great Britain's Discovery Channel for the television series, "Hidden America". The episode is being aired in 30 countries worldwide and the United States for a six -year period. I always get texts and emails from people around the world who see it. This is the type of constant publicity that the Miami Marine Stadium will generate. It is a perfect showpiece for Miami. It reminds the world that Miami is on the water. It is truly the Magic Venue in the Magic City before it. Moving forward with the Miami Marine Stadum restoration is a wonderful opportunity for the new City Commission and our opportunity, Yours truly, William D. Talbert III, CDME Email: williamdtalbert@gmail.com February 2, 2026 Mayor Eileen Higgins Commissioner Damian Pardo Commissioner Miguel Gabela Commissioner Christine King Commissioner Ralph Rosado Commissioner Rolando Escalona Miami City Hall 3500 Pan American Drive Miami, Florida 33133 To the Mayor and Commissioners, I am writing to express my strong support for the preservation and restoration of the Miami Marine Stadium. Completed in 1962 and sited with extraordinary clarity along Biscayne Bay, the Stadium is among Miami's most significant works of civic architecture. Its innovative cantilevered concrete roof, expressive structural form, and open relationship to water, light, and landscape make it architecturally exceptional and inseparable from its setting. As a designated historic resource at the local and national levels, the Stadium represents an irreplaceable chapter in Miami's architectural and cultural history. Preserving the Marine Stadium is also a meaningful act of environmental resilience and sustainability. The adaptive reuse of this robust, climate -responsive structure conserves embodied energy, reduces the environmental cost of demolition and replacement, and demonstrates how historic public architecture can be responsibly reintegrated into contemporary civic life. At a moment when Miami is confronting the long-term impacts of climate change, restoring the Stadium affirms preservation as a forward -looking strategy that aligns environmental stewardship, public access to the waterfront, and cultural continuity. I strongly support efforts to restore this landmark and return it to active public use. Respectfully, amile Fernandez 3964 NW 5th Street Miami, FL 33126