Miami‐Dade County The Dr. Antonio Jorge Social and Economic Development Council (SEDC) Dr. Raul Moncarz, Chairman Stephen P. Clark Center, 111 NW First Street, 19th Floor Conference Room Friday, January 17, 2014 at 2:00 pm A G E N D A Call to Order Dr. Raul Moncarz, Chairman Welcome and Introductions Dr. R. Moncarz Approval of Minutes Chairperson’s Report Dr. R Moncarz General Discussion Items Sunset Review Dr. Robert Cruz Comments on Transportation Whitepaper Dr. Brian Peterson SEDC Goals for 2014 Dr. R. Moncarz Enterprise Zone Reauthorization Dr. Robert Cruz Dr. Antonio Jorge Award Dr. Robert Cruz New Business Public Comments ADJOURNMENT Next Meeting Date February 21, 2014 The Dr. Antonio Jorge Social and Economic Development Council Mission To improve the quality of life of all residents of Miami Dade County by providing the County Commission and Mayor with timely, objective, transparent, and thoughtful advice on significant social and economic issues. The Council aims to pursue a balanced perspective among economic development, social justice, and environmental sustainability, both in the short and long term. The Dr. Antonio Jorge Social and Economic Development Council (SEDC) Meeting Minutes Friday, November 15, 2013 at 2:00 pm Members Present - Dr. Wilbert Bascom, Dr. Nancy Borkowski, Dr. Thomas Breslin, Mr. Rosendo Castillo, Dr. Maria Espino, Mr. Marcos Kerbel, Mr. Santiago Leon, Dr. Kenneth Lipner, Mr. Jose Lopez-Calleja, Prof Elisa Moncarz, Dr. Raul Moncarz, Dr. Rolando Ochoa, Mr. Jesus Permuy, Mr. Robert Saco, Dr. Eunju Suh, Mr. Reinaldo Valdes, Dr. Bernadette West, Dr. Jorge Salazar-Carrillo, Dr. Pedro Pellet, Dr. Brian Peterson Guest Present – Dr. Terry Murphy (PAC), Mike Schneider (HR), Arlene Pratt (HR), Ysela Llort, Director, Miami-Dade Transit (MDT), Albert Hernandez (MDT), Rhonda Victor Sibilia (Ethics), Gavin Stewart (FIU Intern) Staff Present - Dr. Robert Cruz, Ms. Lori Weldon, Mr. Robert Hesler Excused Absence - Dr. Alexandra Cornelius Call to Order/Welcome and Introductions - The November 15, 2013 meeting of the SEDC was called to order by Chairman Dr. Raul Moncarz at 2:15 pm welcoming all members, followed by self-introductions. Approval of Minutes - Mr. Reinaldo Valdez offered the motion to accept the minutes of the October 18, 2013 SEDC meeting. The motion was seconded by Dr. Thomas Breslin. The motion passed unanimously. Chairperson’s Report - Dr. Moncarz informed the SEDC Members that efforts are being made to meet with the members of the Miami-Dade Board of Commission (BCC). The primary topics of discussion for the meetings would be the Dr. Antonio Jorge lecture event, the Destination Casinos Study, and to educate/reinforce the roll of the SEDC has pertaining to the BCC and economics/the economy of Miami-Dade County. Dr. Moncarz updated the members on the meeting with Senator Javier Souto. Dr. Moncarz requested volunteers and assistance in organizing the Dr. Jorge lecture event. He further stated that he would like to have the Dr. Jorge lecture event February 8th or 9th, 2014, to commemorate the second anniversary of the death of Dr. Antonio Jorge, or September 28, 2014 in observance/remembrance of Dr. Jorge’s birthday. Dr. Moncarz also informed the Members that he and Dr. Brian Peterson met with Commissioner Bruno Barreiro. Dr. Peterson relayed to the Council the discussion with Commissioner Barreiro included Destination Casinos/gambling, the possible positive and/or adverse outcomes, the probable benefit as it relates to property taxes and the inclusion of a technological and educational aspect regarding gambling. The discussion also included the issue of transit in Miami-Dade. A discussion ensued regarding the traditional holiday party, which is scheduled for December 13, 2013 at 12:30 pm at Havana Harry’s. General Discussion Items –Future of Public Transit Access in Miami-Dade County - Ysela Llort, Director, Miami-Dade Transit (MDT) - A presentation was made by Ms. Ysela Llort, Director, Miami-Dade Transit (MDT). Ms. Llort informed SEDC Members that MDT moves 107 million people per year and provides economic development opportunities through development and redevelopment. MDT is the largest transit agency in Florida and the 12th largest in the nation running four modes of transportation; Metrobus, Metrorail, Metromover, and Special Transportation Services for individuals with special needs or disabilities. Ms. Llort spoke to the Members about Transit Oriented Developments (TOD) where transit services are anchored with mixed use and economic development, i.e. residential and commercial and/or retail. TODs are done through public-private partnerships. MDT provides the land to developers through leases, which generate revenue for MDT. TODs generate over $3,000,000 in revenue annually for MDT and enhances the area economy. The developers get prime location and potential customers and/or residents as a result of location and consumer traffic. Current MDT TODs provide 2,344,000 square feet of office space, 403,100 square feet of retail space, 960 residential units (158 market rate and 802 affordable housing), and 4,746 parking spaces (garage and surface). Ms. Llort informed SEDC Members about the developing Brickell City Centre TOD that will have 5.4 million square feet of office, residential, hotel, retail and entertainment space, in addition to a two-level underground parking garage that will span seven acres below the property. The development is projected to an economic impact of $1billion. MDT is also trying to do more pedestrian friendly developments, Bus Rapid Transit Corridors, and Miami Beach Corridor Transit Connection. The future of transit in Miami-Dade County and the future for MDT includes: a Miami Intermodal Center which will include Metrorail, Tri-Rail, Amtrak, Metrobus, taxis, Rental Car Facility, and a possible speed train connection; and Downtown Miami Connections that will include All Aboard Florida, Port Miami, Metrorail, MIA via Metrorail, Metromover. Ms. Llort stated that transit and transit developments fosters improved/increased mobility, job creation, improved access to goods and services, and an improved economy. A brief discussion/question and answer period followed Ms. Llort’s presentation. Mr. Kerbel invited Ms. Llort to become a part of the organization Move On. The Economic Benefits of Ending the 5% Employee Contribution to Health Insurance- Dr. Terry Murphy (PAC) - Dr. Terry Murphy made a presentation to the SEDC members regarding the 5% employee contribution to health insurance costs. He stated that he is standing with the Unions in requesting the BCC end the employee contribution. Dr. Murphy requested assistance from the SEDC in demonstrating/confirming ending the 5% employee contribution to health insurance costs will have a rippling positive effect on the Miami-Dade economy. He stated the initial contribution to the economy would be $60million the first year, and then a repetitive contribution of $80million subsequent years, and that Miami-Dade County would benefit more from the 5% being circulated in the local economy versus being used for the health care contribution. Dr. Murphy clarified the actual employee contribution is 16%. A discussion/question and answer period ensued. Following Dr. Murphy’s presentation, the Council discussed preparing a recommendation/letter for the BCC regarding the continuation or ending of the 5% employee contribution to health care costs. Due to a scheduling conflict with Ms. Rhonda Victor Sibilia, Ethics training for SEDC Members will be rescheduled for a future meeting. Meeting adjourned at 4:30pm. Miami-Dade County The Dr. Antonio Jorge Social and Economic Development Council (SEDC) SUNSET REVIEW Attachment 4 Date: March 1, 2014 To: Carlos A. Gimenez Mayor From: Dr. Raul Moncarz Chairperson, Social and Economic Development Council Subject: Sunset Review of County Boards for 2012 – The Dr. Antonio Jorge Social and Economic Development Council Pursuant to Section 2-11.40 of the Code of Miami-Dade County, I am submitting the 2014 Sunset Review of County Boards Report for the Dr. Antonio Jorge Social and Economic Development Council for transmittal to the Board of County Commissioners (BCC). The Board approved the attached report at its meeting of January 17, 2014. It is recommended that the BCC approve the continuation of the Social and Economic Development Council. BACKGROUND The SEDC was created on October 17, 2001 by Resolution R-1087-01, and establishing the SEDC in Article XCIX of the County code by Ordinance #02-120 on July 9, 2002. The SEDC provides information and recommendations to the Mayor and the Board of County Commissioners of Miami-Dade County regarding short and long-term economic policies and actions to promote economic growth and development, with special attention to the needs of low income segments of population and reducing socio-economic disparities. The SEDC monitors and assesses socio-economic trends in Miami-Dade County and provides input into the development of County economic development plans and the preparation of the resource allocation plans as these relate to the strategic economic development goals and objectives of the overall Strategic Plan and the economic development objectives expressed in the County’s Comprehensive Development Master Plan. _____________________________________ Dr. Raul Moncarz Board Chairperson Miami-Dade County The Dr. Antonio Jorge Social and Economic Development Council (SEDC) 2014 SEDC SUNSET REVIEW QUESTIONNAIRE RESPONSES Attachment 6 SUNSET REVIEW QUESTIONNAIRE