HomeMy WebLinkAbout2026-043-2500_-_Supporting_Seat_4_Initiatives_-_Adopted_(1).docxRESOLUTION NO. 2026-043-2500
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE ALLOCATION
OF SIXTEEN THOUSAND DOLLARS ($16,000) FROM
COUNCILMAN REGGIE LEON’S PUBLIC AFFAIRS SPECIAL
EVENTS ACCOUNT AND FIVE THOUSAND DOLLARS ($5,000)
FROM COUNCILMAN REGGIE LEON'S COMMUNITY BENEFIT
ACCOUNT TO SUPPORT COMMUNITY AND EDUCATIONAL
INITIATIVES; PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF
REPRESENTATIONS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, each year, Councilman Reggie Leon reaffirms his dedication to
enhancing the quality of life for residents of the City of Miami Gardens through
leadership in community-focused initiatives that promote educational opportunities, civic
participation, and meaningful community development, and
WHEREAS, Councilman Leon has consistently backed programs and fundraisers
that create meaningful opportunities for residents while strengthening the social and
cultural fabric of the community, and
WHEREAS, Councilman Leon is requesting the Council to authorize the amount
of sixteen thousand dollars ($16,000) from his Public Affairs Special Events account
(001-12-02-512-492-02) to support, but not limited to, the following community and
educational initiatives:
1. Bunche Park Youth Sports, Inc. - $1,000
2. Robert Sharp Towers - $2,000
3. 5000 Role Models of Excellence - $3,250
4. Norland Senior High School - $2,500
5. The Links, Incorporated - $1,000
6. B. Lee & Friends - $1,000
7. Mothers Fighting for Justice - $1,000
8. Trayvon Martin Foundation - $1,000
9. Nationwide Youth Outreach & Athletics - $1,000
10. Prime Printing Global (Social Media/Content Creation) - $1,000
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Resolution No. 2026-043-2500
11. Miami Chapter of Jack & Jill of America, Inc. - $1,250.00
WHEREAS, in addition, Councilman Leon is also requesting the Council to
authorize the amount of five thousand dollars ($5,000) from his Community Benefit
account (116-19-01-519-492-02) to assist with the implementation of ongoing
community initiatives, activities, and associated materials, and
WHEREAS, this allocation will support seasonal community outreach efforts such
as community and school fundraisers, non-profit programs, and supporting local
community events, along with additional programs designed to promote civic pride,
volunteerism, and educational advancement throughout the city, 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: The City Council of the City of Miami Gardens
hereby authorizes the allocations in an amount of sixteen thousand ($16,000) dollars
from Seat 2 Public Affairs account (001-12-02-512-492-02) and five thousand dollars
($5,000) from the Seat 2 Community Benefit Account (116-19-01-519-492-02) in
support of Councilman Leon’s community and educational initiatives.
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 MAY 27, 2026.
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RODNEY HARRIS, MAYOR
ATTEST:
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MARIO BATAILLE, MMC, CITY CLERK
PREPARED BY: SONJA KNIGHTON DICKENS, CITY ATTORNEY
SPONSORED BY: COUNCILMAN REGGIE LEON
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Resolution No. 2026-043-2500
Moved by: Councilwoman Baskin
Seconded by: Councilwoman Julien
VOTE: 5-0
Mayor Harris Yes
Vice Mayor Stephens, III Not Present
Councilwoman Baskin Yes
Councilman Leon Absent
Councilwoman Powell Yes
Councilwoman Wilson Yes
Councilwoman Julien Yes
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