Resolution 2023-32747RESOLUTION NO. 2023-32747
A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, DIRECTING THE ADMINISTRATION TO EXPLORE
THE FEASIBILITY OF IMPLEMENTING TEMPERATURE MEASUREMENT
STATIONS IN STRATEGIC LOCATIONS WITHIN THE CITY, OR ANY OTHER
STEPS THAT WOULD ALLOW THE NATIONAL OCEANIC AND
ATMOSPHERIC ADMINISTRATION TO TAKE AND PUBLISH MORE
ACCURATE TEMPERATURE READINGS IN THE CITY, WHICH ARE DISTINCT
FROM TEMPERATURE READINGS IN THE CITY OF MIAMI.
WHEREAS, the tourism industry is a significant contributor to the economy of the City of
Miami Beach, attracting visitors from around the world to enjoy its beaches, cultural events, and
vibrant atmosphere; and
WHEREAS, accurate temperature measurements are crucial for providing tourists with a
reliable understanding of the local climate conditions, allowing them to plan and make informed
decisions about their travel activities; and
WHEREAS, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) currently
measures temperature at Miami International Airport, which may not accurately represent the
temperature experienced by residents and tourists in the City due to the geographical differences
between the two locations; and
WHEREAS, it has been observed that the temperature in the City tends to be a few
degrees cooler than the temperature recorded at Miami International Airport due to the
moderating influence of the nearby Atlantic Ocean; and
WHEREAS, obtaining more accurate temperature measurements for the City would
enhance tourism, especially in the light of unprecedent hot temperatures in South Florida during
the summer of 2023; and
WHEREAS, the Mayor and City Commission direct the Administration to explore the
feasibility of implementing temperature measurement stations in strategic locations within the
City, or any other steps that would allow the NOAA to take and publish more accurate
temperatures in the City.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT DULY RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, that the Mayor and City
Commission hereby direct the Administration to explore the feasibility of implementing
temperature measurement stations in strategic locations within the City, or any other steps that
would allow the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration to take and publish more
accurate temperature readings in the City, which are distinct from temperature readings in the
City of Miami.
PASSED and ADOPTED this i 3 day of s{1241V�- 2023. = : �*►� '`
IN,OR°RATED.'
ATTEST:
` Dan Gelber, Mayor
Rafael E. Granado, City Clerk APPROVED AS TO
FORM & LANGUAGE
a FOR EXECUTION
(sponsored by Commissioner Kristen Rosen Gonzalez)
MIAMI BEACH
COMMISSION MEMORANDUM
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Commission
FROM: Rafael A. Paz, City Attorney
DATE: September 13, 2023
SUBJECT:A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY
OF MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, DIRECTING THE ADMINISTRATION TO
EXPLORE THE FEASIBILITY OF IMPLEMENTING TEMPERATURE
MEASUREMENT STATIONS IN STRATEGIC LOCATIONS WITHIN THE
CITY, OR ANY OTHER STEPS THAT WOULD ALLOW THE NATIONAL
OCEANIC AND ATMOSPHERIC ADMINISTRATION TO TAKE AND
PUBLISH MORE ACCURATE TEMPERATURE READINGS IN THE CITY,
WHICH ARE DISTINCT FROM TEMPERATURE READINGS IN THE CITY
OF MIAMI,
Pursuant to the request of Commissioner Kristen Rosen Gonzalez, the above -referenced
Resolution is submitted for consideration by the Mayor and City Commission at the September
13, 2023 Commission meeting.
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