HomeMy WebLinkAbout2014-159-2138 - Anti-Bullying Campaign 18605 NW 27th Avenue
Miami Gardens, Florida 33056
City of Miami Gardens
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September 22, 2014 Item Type:
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Councilwoman Lisa C.
Davis Department:Mayor/Council
Short Title:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MIAMI
GARDENS, FLORIDA, SUPPORTING THE THIRD ANNUAL ANTI-
BULLYING CAMPAIGN IN THE CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS IN
RECOGNITION OF NATIONAL BULLYING PREVENTION MONTH;
PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF REPRESENTATIONS;
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Staff Summary:
Bullying may be the most prevalent form of violence in the schools and the form that is likely to affect
the greatest number of students. Bullying is a common occurrence on the lives of children, and such
traumatic acts occur in schools, parks and throughout the community. Perpetrators of bullying engae
in harassment by means of written, verbal or physical acts.
In recognition of National Bullying week, November 17‐21, 2014, Councilwoman Davis is implementing
the third annual Anti‐Bullying campaign in the City of Miami Gardens. This initiative began in 2006 by
PACER’S National Bullying Prevention Center is to raise awareness on bullying prevention.
ITEM K-6) CONSENT AGENDA RESOLTUION 3rd Annual Anti-Bullying Campaign
18605 NW 27th Avenue
Miami Gardens, Florida 33056
Councilwoman Davis proposes that the City implement a week long anti‐bullying campaign to educate
children and parents, residing in the City of Miami Gardens of the dangers and consequences of
bullying.
Proposed Action:
RECOMMENDATION: That City Council approve the resolution implementing the third annual anti‐bullying
campaign in the City of Miami Gardens from November 17‐21, 2014.
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