HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution 2026-34094RESOLUTION NO. 2026-34094
A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, DIRECTING THE CITY
ADMINISTRATION TO OFFER A REFRESHER TRAINING COURSE
FOR HOTEL AND HOSPITALITY EMPLOYEES, WHETHER ON AN
INDIVIDUAL BASIS OR THROUGH A CONSORTIUM, THE GREATER
MIAMI AND THE BEACHES HOTEL ASSOCIATION, OR OTHER
GROUP PARTICIPATION, FOR THE PURPOSE OF IDENTIFYING AND
RESPONDING TO POTENTIAL INSTANCES OF HUMAN
TRAFFICKING AND SEX TRAFFICKING.
WHEREAS, the City of Miami Beach ("City") is an international tourist destination
with a robust hotel and hospitality industry that serves millions of visitors annually; and
WHEREAS, human trafficking and sex trafficking are serious crimes and
violations of human rights that may occur in communities with significant tourism
activity; and
WHEREAS, hotel and hospitality employees are often in positions that allow
them to observe indicators of potential human trafficking or sex trafficking in the course
of their employment; and
WHEREAS, the State of Florida has expressly recognized the critical role of
certain public lodging establishment employees in identifying and reporting human
trafficking activity by enacting section 509.096, Florida Statutes, which requires human
trafficking awareness training, as a condition of licensure, for employees who perform
housekeeping duties in rental units and for employees who work at the front desk or
reception area where guests ordinarily check in or check out; and
WHEREAS, section 509.096, Florida Statutes, further requires that such human
trafficking awareness training be provided annually to covered employees, and that
newly hired employees who are required to receive the training complete it within sixty
(60) days after the commencement of their employment; and
WHEREAS, the Mayor and City Commission seek to support and supplement,
but not expand or alter, the training requirements established under Fla. Stat. 509.096
by offering optional refresher training opportunities to hotel and hospitality employees;
and
WHEREAS, providing refresher training can reinforce awareness of human
trafficking indicators, reporting protocols, and trauma -informed, victim -centered
response practices beyond initial statutory compliance; and
WHEREAS, MBPD has previously provided such training, and offering refresher
training on an individual basis or through group or consortium arrangements may
increase accessibility and participation; and
WHEREAS, the Mayor and City Commission desire to further the City's
commitment to public safety, victim protection, and collaboration with the hotel and
hospitality industry to combat human trafficking and sex trafficking.
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 City Administration to offer a refresher training course for
hotel and hospitality employees, whether on an individual basis or through a
consortium, the Greater Miami and the Beaches Hotel Association, or other group
participation, for the purpose of identifying and responding to potential instances of
human trafficking and sex trafficking.
PASSED and ADOPTED this S- day of , 2026.
ATTEST:
FEB 0 9 2026 Steven Meiner, Mayor
Rafael E. Granado, City Clerk
(Sponsored by Vice -Mayor Monica Matteo-Salinas)
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MIAMI BEACH
COMMISSION MEMORANDUM
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Commission
FROM: City Attorney Ricardo J. Dopico
DATE: February 5, 2026
TITLE: A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, DIRECTING THE CITY ADMINISTRATION TO OFFER
A REFRESHER TRAINING COURSE FOR HOTEL AND HOSPITALITY
EMPLOYEES, WHETHER ON AN INDIVIDUAL BASIS OR THROUGH A
CONSORTIUM. THE GREATER MIAMI AND THE BEACHES HOTEL
ASSOCIATION. OR OTHER GROUP PARTICIPATION, FOR THE PURPOSE OF
IDENTIFYING AND RESPONDING TO POTENTIAL INSTANCES OF HUMAN
TRAFFICKING AND SEX TRAFFICKING.
RECOMMENDATION
BACKGROUND/HISTORY
ANALYSIS
The attached Resolution was prepared at the request of the sponsor, Vice -Mayor Monica Matteo-
Salinas.
FISCAL IMPACT STATEMENT
None.
Does this Ordinance require a Business Impact Estimate?
(FOR ORDINANCES ONLY)
If applicable, the Business Impact Estimate (BIE) was published on:
See BIE at: https://www.miamibeachfl.gov/city-hall/city-clerk/meeting-notices/
FINANCIAL INFORMATION
CONCLUSION
Applicable Area
763 of 2180
Citywide
Is this a "Residents Right to Know" item,
pursuant to City Code Section 2-17?
No
Is this item related to a G.O. Bond
Proiect?
No
Was this Agenda Item initially requested by a lobbyist which, as defined in Code Sec. 2-481,
includes a principal engaged in lobbying? No
If so, specify the name of lobbyist(s) and principal(s):
Department
City Attorney
Sponsor(s)
Commissioner Monica Matteo-Salinas
Co-sponsors)
Condensed Title
Human Trafficking Refresher Training for Hospitality Employees. (Matteo-Salinas) CA
Previous Action (For City Clerk Use Only)
764 of 2180
Cardillo, Lilia
From: Cardillo, Lilia
Sent: Monday, February 9, 2026 2:40 PM
To: Arrogante, Lissette; Jones, Wayne; Anthony, Steven
Subject: Resolution 2026-34094
Attachments: Resolution 2026-34094.pdf
See attached RESOLUTION NO. 2026-34094:
A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA,
DIRECTING THE CITY MINISTRATION TO OFFER A REFRESHER TRAINING COURSE FOR HOTEL AND
HOSPITALITY EMPLOYEES, WHETHER ON AN INDIVIDUAL BASIS OR THROUGH A CONSORTIUM, THE
GREATER MIAMI AND THE BEACHES HOTEL ASSOCIATION, OR OTHER GROUP PARTICIPATION, FOR
THE PURPOSE OF IDENTIFYING AND RESPONDING TO POTENTIAL INSTANCES OF HUMAN
TRAFFICKING AND SEX TRAFFICKING.
Lilia Cardillo, Agenda Coordinator
OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK
1700 Convention Center Drive, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Tel: 305-673-7411 / Fax: 786-394-4139 / www.miamibeachfl.gov
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