LTC 020-2014 Parks and Recreation to host bullying events with local agencies MIAMIBEACH...
OFFICE OF THE CITY MANAGER
NO. LTC # 2®-2®'4 LETTER TO COMMISSION
TO: Philip Levine and Members of the ity Com fission
FROM: Jimmy L. Morales, City Manager
DATE: January 13, 2014
SUBJECT: Parks and Recreation to host bullyi g events with local agencies
You are cordially invited to attend and participate in our upcoming Anti-Bullying events to be held at
10 AM on January 17, 2014 at The North Shore Park Youth Center (501 72nd Street) and on
February 7, 2014 at the Scott Rakow Youth Center(2700 Sheridan Ave).
The City of Miami Beach Parks & Recreation Department tackled bullying behavior by previously
hosting an anti-bullying teen summit. The event provided 170 Teens the opportunity to engage in
activities that were interactive and proactive in increasing awareness, reducing delinquent behavior,
and fostering a more positive and conducive culture among teenage youth
Due to its success, the City of Miami Beach Parks and Recreation Department is expanding the
anti-bullying initiative by implementing a modified curriculum to fit all ages. The event will give
the City the opportunity to combine forces with such agencies as the Miami Beach Coalition,
Ayuda and The Anti-Defamation League. Attendees will have the opportunity to hear guest
speakers, see theatrical performances and be a part of an interactive workshop suitable for
youth of all ages.
The Anti-Defamation League (ADL), a leading provider of anti-bias education in the U.S., will
provide presentations focused on its popular and successful anti-bullying and anti-cyber
bullying "No Place for HateV initiative.
Bullying has become a habitual global problem, increasing throughout our schools and youth
organizations.The City of Miami Beach along with its partnering agencies has made it their goal to
campaign against bullying by promoting awareness to its youth.
Please come join us as we strive to make a conscious effort against bullying.
Should Vou- have additional questions, please contact John Rebar at(305)673 -7730.
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c: J:Mark Taxis, Assistant City Manager
John Rebar, Parks & Recreation Director `. -
Julio Magrisso, Assistant Parks & Recreation Director --