HomeMy WebLinkAbout2024-206-2280_-_Support_for_Frederica_S._Wilson_Boulevard_-_Adopted.docxRESOLUTION NO. 2024-206-2280
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, URGING THE FLORIDA HOUSE
OF REPRESENTATIVES AND THE FLORIDA SENATE TO
CODESIGNATE NW 47TH AVENUE FROM NW 199TH STREET
TO NW 207TH DRIVE AS CONGRESSWOMAN FREDERICA S.
WILSON BOULEVARD; REQUESTING SUPPORT FROM MIAMI-
DADE COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
THROUGH DISTRICT 1 OFFICE FOR THIS PURPOSE;
PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS;
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, Councilman Leon is recommending that the City Council urge the
Florida House of Representatives and the Senate to co-designate NW 47th Avenue, from
NW 199th Street to NW 207th Drive, as Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson Boulevard
in recognition of her extensive service and contributions to the community as a dedicated
public servant, and
WHEREAS, Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson has served the community with
distinction over the years, advocating tirelessly for the betterment of her constituents and
ensuring that the voices of the underserved are heard, and
WHEREAS, in 2011, Congresswoman Wilson was elected to the U.S. House of
Representatives, where she continues to serve as a strong advocate for her community,
and
WHEREAS, designating NW 47th Avenue, from NW 199th Street to NW 207th
Drive as Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson Boulevard is a fitting tribute to her lifelong
dedication to public service and community advocacy, and
WHEREAS. this co-designation will serve as a constant reminder of her legacy
and inspire future generations to contribute positively to society, and
WHEREAS, this Resolution urges members of the Florida House of
Representative and the Senate representing the Miami Gardens to submit the appropriate
bills for this purpose as this portion of NW 47th Avenue is considered a State Road, and
WHEREAS, this Resolution requests the support of this co-designation from
Miami-Dade County Commissioners through the office of Chairman Oliver G. Gilbert,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA AS FOLLOWS:
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Resolution No. 2024-206-2280
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: The City Council of the City of Miami Gardens
hereby urges the Florida House of Representatives and the Florida Senate to co-
designate NW 47th Avenue from NW 199th Street to NW 207th Drive as Congresswoman
Frederica S. Wilson Boulevard. The City Council further requests support from Miami-
Dade County Board of County Commissioners through District 1 Office for this purpose.
Section 3: EFFECTIVE DATE: This Resolution shall take effect immediately upon
its final passage.
PASSED AND ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS
AT ITS REGULAR MEETING HELD ON NOVEMBER 13, 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: COUNCILMAN REGGIE LEON
Moved by: Councilman Leon
Seconded by: Mayor Harris
VOTE: 6-0
Mayor Harris Yes
Vice Mayor Wilson Yes
Councilwoman Baskin Yes
Councilman Leon Yes
Councilwoman Powell Yes
Councilwoman Julien Yes
Councilman Stephens, III Not Present
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