Resolution 2025-33623 RESOLUTION NO. 2025-33623
A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, DIRECTING THE CITY
ADMINISTRATION TO IMPLEMENT A "MOBILE CITY HALL"
INITIATIVE DESIGNED TO ENHANCE PUBLIC TRUST AND
TRANSPARENCY IN LOCAL GOVERNMENT BY ENHANCING ACCESS
TO, AND AWARENESS OF, THE CITY'S DAY-TO-DAY OPERATIONS;
PROVIDING FOR REGULAR COMMUNICATIONS COVERAGE OF
DEPARTMENT DIRECTORS' ACTIVITIES; AND ENCOURAGING MORE
PROACTIVE ENGAGEMENT BETWEEN CITYSTAFFAND RESIDENTS.
WHEREAS, public trust in government is essential to the effective functioning of
democratic institutions and civic engagement; and
WHEREAS, transparency in government operations is a key factor in fostering
accountability and building stronger relationships belween residents and their local
government; and
WHEREAS, the City of Miami Beach recognizes the importance of increasing
residents' understanding of and access to the City's operational and administrative
functions; and
WHEREAS, the Mayor and City Commission seek to create new opportunities for
public engagement and information-sharing that go beyond traditional government
communication channels; and
WHEREAS, the proposed "Mobile City Hall" initiative will serve as a platform to
showcase the daily efforts and decision-making processes of director-level staff across
departments through enhanced coverage by the Office of Marking and Communications;
and
WHEREAS, this initiative will also promote more direct and proactive outreach
from City staff to residents, thereby creating a more informed, connected, and
participatory community.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT 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 develop and implement a "Mobile City
Hall" initiative with the objective of enhancing public trust in local government, by: (1)
increasing transparency through the regular publication and dissemination of content
documenting the day-to-day operations and engagements of director-level staff,
coordinated by the Office of Marketing and Communications; (2) facilitating proactive
outreach by City staff to engage with residents, businesses, and community
organizations, including but not limited to town halls, neighborhood visits, and interactive
digital platforms; (3) exploring additional strategies, including mobile access points, to
broaden civic participation and ensure inclusivity in government engagement effoRs; and
further, direct the Administration to provide quarterly updates to the Mayor and City
Commission regarding the progress and outcomes of the initiative via Letter to
Commission.
PASSED and ADOPTED this oZ.� day of q�r�/ , 2025.
ATTEST:
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Rafael E. Granado, City Clerk
(Sponsored by Commissioner Joseph Magazine)
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MIAMIBEACH
COMMISSION MEMORANDUM
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Commission
FROM: City Attomey Ricardo J. Dopico
DATE: April 23, 2025
TITLE: A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, DIRECTING THE CITY ADMINISTRATION TO
IMPLEMENT A "MOBILE CITY HALL" INITIATIVE DESIGNED TO ENHANCE
PUBLIC TRUST AND TRANSPARENCY IN LOCAL GOVERNMENT BY
ENHANCING ACCESS T0, AND AWARENESS OF, THE CITY'S DAY-TO-DAY
OPERATIONS; PROVIDING FOR REGULAR COMMUNICATIONS COVERAGE OF
DEPARTMENT DIRECTORS' ACTIVITIES; AND ENCOURAGING MORE
PROACTNE ENGAGEMENT BETWEEN CITY STAFF AND RESIDENTS.
RECOMMENDATION
BACKGROUNDMISTORY
ANALYSIS
The attached Resolution was prepared at the request of the sponsor, Commissioner Joseph
Magazine.
FISCAL IMPACT STATEMENT
The sponsor of this item requests that the Administration be prepared to address the fswl impact
of this proposed measure, if any, at the City Commission meeting.
Does this Ordinance reauire a Business Impact Es!imate7
(FOR ORDINANCES ONLY)
If applicable, the Business Impact Estimate (BIE) was publishetl on:
See BIE al: https:/Iwww.miamibeachfLqovlciN-halllciN-cierk/meeting-notices/
FINANCIAL INFORMATION
CONCLUSION
Aoolicable Area
1606
Citywide
Is this a "Resitlents Riqht to Know" item Is this item related to a G.O. Bond
pursuant to CiN Code Section 2-17� Proiect�
No No
Was this Aoenda Item initiallv reouested bv a lobbvist which as defined in Code Sec 2�8'I
includes a orincipal enaaaed in IobbvinA� No
If so, specify the name of lobbyist(s) and principal(s):
Department
City Attorney
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Commissioner Joseph Magazine
Co-soonsor(sl
Condensetl Title
Mobile CH Initiative to Enhance Public Trust in Local Govemment (Magazine) CA
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