HomeMy WebLinkAbout2024-114-2188_-_3RD_Annual_Jamaican_Pre-Independence_Soccer_Tournament_-_Pending.docxRESOLUTION NO. 2024-114-2188
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, WAIVING ALL FEES
ASSOCIATED WITH THE USAGE OF MYRTLE GROVE PARK,
THE SHOWMOBILE; AND STAFF TO HOST THE 3RD ANNUAL
JAMAICAN PRE-INDEPENDENCE DAY AMATEUR SOCCER
TOURNAMENT. AUTHORIZING IN-KIND SUPPORT FOR THE
EVENT IN THE AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED FIVE THOUSAND
DOLLARS ($5,000) FROM VICE MAYOR KATRINA WILSON’S
FORMULA ONE COMMUNITY BENEFIT ACCOUNT TO COVER
COST ENTERTAINMENT, UNIFORMS, FOOD, AWARADS AND
OTHER SUNDRY ITEMS; PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF
REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, For more than three decades each Sunday at Myrtle Grove Park,
residents, their families, and a diverse array of soccer enthusiasts gather for a day of
fitness, camaraderie, and fellowship, all centered around a love for the game, and
WHEREAS, Soccer captivates millions with its exhilarating action, skillful displays,
and unifying spirit. At its core, soccer is a game of teamwork, strategy, and athleticism,
particularly popular in Europe, Africa, Central and South America. Its influence and
popularity are also growing in North America and Asia, and
WHEREAS, Vice Mayor is requesting the City Council waive all fees associated
with the usage of Myrtle Grove Park, the showmobile and staff. In addition, not to exceed
$5,000 from her Formula One Community Benefit Account (116-19-01-519-492-04) to
support the 3rd Annual Jamaican Pre-Independence Day Amateur Soccer Tournament,
and
WHEREAS, Vice Mayor Wilson recommends that the City Council approve this
resolution, and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1: ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS: The foregoing Whereas
paragraphs are hereby ratified and confirmed as being true, and the same are hereby
made a specific part of this Resolution.
Section 2: AUTHORIZATION: It is recommended that Council approve this
Resolution.
Section 3: EFFECTIVE DATE: This Resolution shall take effect immediately upon
its final passage.
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Resolution No. 2024-114-2188
PASSED AND ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS
AT ITS REGULAR MEETING HELD ON JULY 24, 2024.
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RODNEY HARRIS, MAYOR
ATTEST:
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MARIO BATAILLE, CMC, CITY CLERK
PREPARED BY: SONJA KNIGHTON DICKENS, CITY ATTORNEY
SPONSORED BY: VICE MAYOR KATRINA WILSON
Moved by: Councilman Stephens
Seconded by: Councilwoman Julien
VOTE: 7-0
Mayor Harris Yes
Vice Mayor Wilson Yes
Councilwoman Campbell Yes
Councilwoman Ighodaro Yes
Councilwoman Julien Yes
Councilman Leon Yes
Councilwoman Stephens, III Yes
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