C7AM - Increase Police Presence North Bay Rd

Resolutions - C7 AM

C7 AM A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, DIRECTING THE CITY ADMINISTRATION TO INCREASE POLICE VISIBILITY AND PRESENCE ALONG NORTH BAY ROAD, AS OPERATIONALLY FEASIBLE, IN RESPONSE TO HEIGHTENED REPORTS OF SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITY AND POTENTIAL PUBLIC SAFETY CONCERNS IN THE AREA. Applicable Area:

COMMISSION MEMORANDUM

RECOMMENDATION

BACKGROUND/HISTORY

ANALYSIS

The attached Resolution was prepared at the request of the sponsor, Commissioner Kristen Rosen Gonzalez.

FISCAL IMPACT STATEMENT

None.

Does this Ordinance require a Business Impact Estimate? (FOR ORDINANCES ONLY)

If applicable, the Business Impact Estimate (BIE) was published on: See BIE at: https://www.miamibeachfl.gov/city-hall/city-clerk/meeting-notices/

FINANCIAL INFORMATION

CONCLUSION

Applicable Area

Citywide

Was this Agenda Item initially requested by a lobbyist which, as defined in Code Sec. 2-481, includes a principal engaged in lobbying? No

If so, specify the name of lobbyist(s) and principal(s):

Department

City Attorney

Sponsor(s)

Commissioner Kristen Rosen Gonzalez

Co-sponsor(s)

Condensed Title

Direct Administration to Increase Police Visibility Along North Bay Road. (Rosen Gonzalez) CA

Previous Action (For City Clerk Use Only)

RESOLUTION NO. 2025 - ------

A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, DIRECTING THE CITY ADMINISTRATION TO INCREASE POLICE VISIBILITY AND PRESENCE ALONG NORTH BAY ROAD, AS OPERATIONALLY FEASIBLE, IN RESPONSE TO HEIGHTENED REPORTS OF SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITY AND POTENTIAL PUBLIC SAFETY CONCERNS IN THE AREA.

WHEREAS, the Mayor and City Commission of the City of Miami Beach ("City") are committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of all residents, visitors, and businesses within the City; and

WHEREAS, the City has received increased reports of suspicious activity and public safety concerns along North Bay Road, creating apprehension among residents and impacting quality of life; and

WHEREAS, enhanced police visibility and proactive patrols serve as an effective deterrent to criminal activity, and provide reassurance to the community that public safety remains a top priority; and

WHEREAS, at least since the current Chief of Police assumed leadership of the Miami Beach Police Department, the Department has maintained a dedicated patrol vehicle assigned to North Bay Road during every shift, reflecting the Chief's commitment to consistent neighborhood coverage and proactive policing; and

WHEREAS, the purpose of increasing police visibility and presence on North Bay Road is to promote a stronger sense of safety, discourage unlawful behavior, and potentially foster greater community trust and cooperation between residents and law enforcement; and

WHEREAS, it is anticipated that through these increased police patrol efforts, whether by vehicle, foot, or bicycle, residents will experience an improvement in their sense of safety, security and peace of mind; and

WHEREAS, the City Commission desires to direct the City Administration to take appropriate action to increase police visibility and patrol presence, along North Bay Road, whether by vehicle, foot, and/or bicycle patrols.

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT DULY RESOLVED THAT THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, hereby direct the City Administration to increase police visibility and presence along North Bay Road, as operationally feasible, in response to heightened reports of suspicious activity and potential public safety concerns in the area.

PASSED and ADOPTED this

day of

ATTEST:

Steven Meiner, Mayor

Rafael E. Granado, City Clerk

(Sponsored by Commissioner Kristen Rosen Gonzalez)

2025.

APPROVED AS TO FORM & LANGUAGE 8 FOR EXECUTION

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