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2007-05-16: Paul S.

Once again we are going to jump start the MiamiBeachBoardwalk.com Bulletin Board.

Two sections of the Boardwalk are to be replaced by a Beachwalk. The first two blocks starting at 22nd street and the last two blocks, behind the Eden Rock until the north end of the Boardwalk, (six months to a year, my guess.) The City of Miami Beach plans a Beachwalk all along its coast. Scheduled next is 65th Street to the end of the City (87th street). Then they will continue the existing Beachwalk south to South Point. Last, the remaining Boardwalk is to be replaced with a Beachwalk. A many year project: ten to fifteen years?

The Beachwalk is more environmentally friendly, the Boardwalk causes environmental problems. The Beachwalk is more user friendly; bikes and skating are allowed, and the Beachwalk is less expense for the City to maintain.

The Boardwalk has a charm. But opposition to the Beachwalk, in my opinion, is a losing battle. The State Environmental Commission, the bikers,skaters,joggers , and the cost to the City to refurbish the Boardwalk, are major obstacles.

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The City of Miami Beach and the Miami Beach Police Department look at this website and its Bulletins. POST YOUR COMMENTS THEY WILL BE READ.

2006-09-12: Paul S.

Boardwalk, beachwalk observations/comments? Please post them HERE. We hope this website will become a free-flowing posting board.

A new security company (to replace "Internal Intelligence") is being considered. Success is having guards knowing what to do when they spot violations, and having cooperation and back-up from their home office and the Miami Beach Police Department. The guards have to feel comfortable calling for back-up help and notifying the police, and of course, there has to be accountability. Moving up and down on the Boardwalk and Beachwalk on bicycles is essential. With good lighting and a good security company we will have a safe boardwalk.

To help with security:

• Remember: Do not interact with any crime situation!
• Observe
• Pass the situation by!
• Note the details and the location
• Then, when you are safely away and won't be noticed, make a phone call:
• 911 for emergencies
• 305-673-7901 for non-emergencies

2006-07-28: Paul S.

Hats off to the "Raven", Robert Kraft. He has jogged our shoreline every day... for about the last 11,000 days and counting. He started in January 1975. He is world famous.

"People see me as simple, logical, determined... real".

Our prayers go with him.

2006-07-04: Paul S.

The boardwalk needs:
1) To be painted
2) New garbage cans - The old ones are ugly

The lighting is better. Thank you Fred Beckmann, Dir. of Public Works, CMB.

Maintenance of the lighting fixtures is still needed. Parts for the regular fixtures are eagerly awaited. Most of the pavillions are dark. Security is good. "Internal Intelligence" is there, and on bicycles. They do need, in my opinion, to be more pro-active. Violaters of the boardwalk ordinances should be made aware of the violations or reported to the police.

Doesn't a well-maintained boardwalk that attracts tourists and residents alike make sense? "Bottom Line" sense?

2006-01-12: Paul S.

The boardwalk is a mess.

I just came back from a 4pm walk. I am usually there at night. I'd like to change into my batman suit, but I can't find it right now. Some of my children and myself just bought Carson City in upstate New York, an abandoned "Wild West" town. The boardwalk would fit right in. 40% of the light fixtures are broken or malfunctioning (Many of the were on at 4pm in broad daylight). The garbage cans are grungy. The boardwalk itself is in serious need of a professional paint job.

I do not understand. A 5-Star boardwalk would be good for everybody. MiamiBeachBoardwalk.com, working with the City and the Police department to keep the boardwalk safe and beautiful... well, something's not working.

2006-01-11: Paul S.

Seveal high rise buildings have flood lamps on their roofs illuminating their backyards. Parts of the boardwalk and the beach are also illuminated. A couple of examples: The Club Atlantis, The Royal Club and others in the 24th Street and 25th Street area.

Our "Hats Off to Them". This helps security and highlights the beauty of the beach.

2006-01-09: Paul S.

Sea Turtles are an endangered species. Sea Turtle eggs are hatched in the protected zone between the boardwalk and the ocean. Using the moon reflected off the ocean, the hatched turtles make their way to the water.

Our city lights - and boardwalk lights - confuse the baby turtles and they can head in the wrong direction. Proper lighting on the boardwalk, in my opinion, is essential for security. How can we protect the sea turtles and still not compromise security?

New lighting fixtures are being planned for the boardwalk. Behind the Villagio at 15th and Ocean Dr., you can see examples of the fixtures being proposed. They are 4 feet tall. The idea is to illuminate the boardwalk and little else. Won't this compromise security?

IF YOU HAVE AN OPINION on this issue or can offer information WE WOULD LIKE TO HEAR FROM YOU.

Here are a few questions: Is the hatching of turtle eggs seasonal? Is the hatching particular to certain times at night? Could lighting on the boardwalk be timed to accomodate the sea turtles and security? i.e., Full lighting until 11pm or Midnight, and after that, diminished lighting.

The City of Miami Beach Environmental Resources Department has a major say in the issue. They are great to work with.

2006-01-06: A. Vazquez

I would like to take this opportunity to introduce myself as the new Middle District Captain. Effective Monday, June 6, 2005, Capt. Lynda Veski and I switched positions. Lynda is now the Special Units Captain and I the Middle District Captain. I look forward to dilligently working with businesses and residents alike. I may be contacted at angelvazquez@miamibeachfl.gov

or 305-673-7776 ext. 5154.

I am also looking forward to attending the next meeting. Thank you.

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