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RESOLUTION NO. 2003 -5B"l
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SUNNY
ISLES BEACH, FLORIDA, AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 2003-521;
PROVIDING FOR AN ADDITIONAL FIVE (5) MONTH EXTENSION OF
THE AMNESTY PERIOD ESTABLISHED UNDER RESOLUTION NO. 2003-
521; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the City of Sunny Isles Beach is a major tourist destination in Florida; and
WHEREAS, tourist based businesses located in the city have suffered tremendous
financial hardships since the tragic events of September 11th; and
WHEREAS, the City Commission wishes to assist local businesses in their effort to
stimulate the local economy with an opportunity to maximize advertisement opportunities;
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF SUNNY ISLES BEACH, FLORIDA, AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Extension of Amnesty Period. Notwithstanding anything to the contrary, the City
of Sunny Isles Beach hereby declares a special period for the temporary waiver of enforcement
of Section 901.5(9) of the City of Sunny Isles Beach Land Development Regulations for all
businesses within the City. Specifically, the City will permit temporary banner signs for a period
not to exceed six-months to be known as the "Amnesty Period", subject to review and approval
as set forth in Section 2. The City Commission hereby extends the amnesty period established
under Resolution No. 2003-521 to December 31, 2003. All other sections of the City Code of
Ordinances as adopted shall remain in full force and effect.
Section 2. Effective Date. This Resolution becomes effective upon adoption but shall allow
retroactive application in accordance with the terms of this Resolution.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 28th day of Aug st, 003.
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APPROVED AS TO FORM
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Mayor David Samson
Vice Mayor Norman S. Edelcup
Commissioner Gerry Goodman
Commissioner Danny Iglesias
Commissioner Lila Kauffman
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ce'u r `'e City of Sunny Isles Beach David Samoa,Mayor
- `�e 17070 Collins Avenue, Suite 250 Norman S.Edelrup,Via Mayor
o r . ,� Sunny Isles Beach, Florida 33160 Gerry Goodman,Commissioner
m Danny Iglesias,Commissioner
Lila Kauffman,Commissioner
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e coN. aloe s, (305) 949-3113 Fax Christopher'.Rune,CIO,Manager
ri.o Lynn M.Dannbeisur,Ci Attorney
No' (305) 947-2150 Building Department y y o�ey
rr o` sus r (305) 949-5107 Fax 'ave Nines, Acting Ciy Gent
MEMORANDUM
To: The Honorable Mayor and City Commission
From: Jorge L. Vera, Zoning Director
Date: August 21, 2003
Re: Extension amnesty period
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Commission adopt the attached Resolution accepting an extension
of the amnesty period.
REASONS
Resolution 2003-521 approved an amnesty period for the placement of banners for advertising
purposes. The amnesty deadline under that resolution was July 31". However,in an effort to assist
local business in an effort to stimulate the economy, staff is requesting a final extension of the
amnesty period up to December 31, 2003. .
Agenda Item y C
Date 9-7.&03