HomeMy WebLinkAbout2025-125-2426_-_Diabetes_Symposium_-_Adopted.docxRESOLUTION NO. 2025-125-2426
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, ALLOCATING AN AMOUNT NOT
TO EXCEED EIGHT THOUSAND DOLLARS ($8,000) FROM
COUNCILWOMAN MICHELLE POWELL’S PUBLIC AFFAIRS
ACCOUNT TO SUPPORT DIABETES SYMPOSIUM;
PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS;
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, diabetes is a major public health concern in Miami-Dade County,
disproportionately affecting residents in underserved communities, and addressing it
requires both medical and lifestyle-based solutions;
WHEREAS, the Thriving with Diabetes Symposium will bring together healthcare
professionals and community partners to share strategies on how to identify, live with,
and thrive despite having diabetes;
WHEREAS, the symposium will provide interactive workshops on practical skills
such as shopping for healthy foods on a budget and meal planning for better diabetes
management;
WHEREAS, the event is part of the ongoing Healthy Gardens initiative, which
seeks to strengthen community connections through wellness, enrichment, and civic
engagement programming; and
WHEREAS, Councilwoman Dr. Michelle C. Powell remains committed to providing
inclusive, uplifting, and meaningful programming that promotes healthier lifestyles and
empowers residents to take charge of their well-being.
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: The City Council of the City of Miami Gardens
hereby authorize the allocation of an amount not to exceed eight thousand dollars from
Councilwoman Michelle Powell’s Public Affairs account (001-12-02-512-492-03)
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 OCTOBER 8, 2025.
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Resolution No. 2025-125-2426
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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: COUNCILWOMAN MICHELLE C. POWELL
Moved by: Vice Mayor Stephens
Seconded by: Councilwoman Baskin
VOTE: 7-0
Mayor Harris Yes
Vice Mayor Stephens, III Yes
Councilwoman Baskin Yes
Councilman Leon Yes
Councilwoman Powell Yes
Councilwoman Wilson Yes
Councilwoman Julien Yes
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