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}F6O i <br />CrTY OF 5%)L4 h�V <br />City of Sunny Isles Beach <br />18070 Collins Avenue <br />Sunny Isles Beach, Florida 33160 <br />(305) 947-0606 City Hall <br />(305) 949-3113 Fax <br />MEMORANDUM <br />TO: Honorable Mayor and City Commissioners <br />FROM: Stan Morris, City Manager <br />DATE: February 20, 2025 <br />RE: Recognition of Law Enforcement Appreciation Day as a City Observed Holiday <br />RECOMMENDATION: <br />Staff recommends approval of this Resolution. <br />REASONS: <br />Since 1962, May 15th has been designated as Peace Officers Memorial Day, and the calendar week <br />during which May 15 occurs has been recognized as National Police Week. This observance highlights <br />the commitment, bravery, and sacrifices made by law enforcement officers across the nation. <br />Beyond daily patrols and responding to calls for help, law enforcement officers take on critical <br />responsibilities that keep our neighborhoods safe. They conduct thorough investigations, manage traffic <br />safety initiatives, engage in proactive community policing efforts, and maintain public order during <br />large-scale events. Their work requires courage, compassion, and the ability to make split-second <br />decisions—all of which contribute to the well-being of our residents. The City of Sunny Isles Beach <br />recognizes these tireless efforts, appreciating their selfless commitment and personal sacrifices. The <br />safety and security we enjoy is a direct result of their dedication, and acknowledging their contributions <br />helps us to truly value the vital role they play in our community. <br />In recognition of their service, the Miami -Dade County Board of County Commissioners declared Law <br />Enforcement Appreciation Day on April 5, 2022. This county -observed holiday, first celebrated on May <br />13, 2022, continues each year on the Friday preceding National Police Week. Many municipalities in <br />Miami -Dade County, including the Town of Golden Beach, Village of Palmetto Bay, and Town of Cutler <br />Bay, recognize and observe this day. Additionally, the Miami -Dade Clerk of the Court and Comptroller <br />and the Eleventh Judicial Circuit of Florida have also joined in recognizing this holiday, with more cities <br />continuing to adopt it. <br />Item Number: 9.1 <br />227 <br />