HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution 2026-34191RESOLUTION NO. 2026-34191
A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, DIRECTING THE CITY ADMINISTRATION TO
REGULARLY MONITOR BEACHWALK CAMERA FEEDS TO IDENTIFY AND
ADDRESS ANY VISIBILITY ISSUES; AND TO TAKE NECESSARY
MEASURES TO REMOVE OBSTRUCTIONS THAT MAY IMPAIR CAMERA
VIEWS, INCLUDING THE TRIMMING OF LANDSCAPING AND OTHER
RELEVANT ACTIONS TO MAINTAIN CLEAR SIGHTLINES FOR PUBLIC
SAFETY PURPOSES.
WHEREAS, the City of Miami Beach maintains camera surveillance along the
beachwalk as part of its commitment to public safety, crime prevention, and situational
awareness; and
WHEREAS, the effective operation of these cameras relies on unobstructed visibility to
allow for continuous and reliable monitoring; and
WHEREAS, overgrowth of landscaping and natural vegetation in proximity to camera
locations can gradually diminish sightlines, especially during periods of rapid plant growth or
inclement weather; and
WHEREAS, prompt identification of visibility issues ensures timely maintenance and
avoids prolonged periods of compromised surveillance; and
WHEREAS, routine inspections and vegetation management are cost-effective
preventive measures that help safeguard public spaces and reduce the likelihood of criminal
activity; and
WHEREAS, the City of Miami Beach continually seeks to uphold high standards of
transparency, accountability, and technological effectiveness in its public safety infrastructure.
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 City Administration to regularly monitor beachwalk camera feeds to identify and
address any visibility issues; and to take necessary measures to remove obstructions that may
impair camera views, including the trimming of landscaping and other relevant actions to
maintain clear sightlines for public safety purposes.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this IV day of A&Mk 202G.
ATTEST:
MAR 2 0 2026TJ Steven Meiner, Mayor
Rafael 5. Granado, City Clerk APPROVED AS TO
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MIAMI BEACH
COMMISSION MEMORANDUM
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Commission
FROM: City Attorney Ricardo J. Dopico
DATE: March 18, 2026
TITLE: A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, DIRECTING THE CITY ADMINISTRATION TO
REGULARLY MONITOR BEACHWALK CAMERA FEEDS TO IDENTIFY AND
ADDRESS ANY VISIBILITY ISSUES; AND TO TAKE NECESSARY MEASURES TO
REMOVE OBSTRUCTIONS THAT MAY IMPAIR CAMERA VIEWS, INCLUDING
THE TRIMMING OF LANDSCAPING AND OTHER RELEVANT ACTIONS TO
MAINTAIN CLEAR SIGHTLINES FOR PUBLIC SAFETY PURPOSES.
RECOMMENDATION
BACKGROUND/HISTORY
ANALYSIS
The attached Resolution was prepared at the request of the sponsor, Mayor Steven Meiner.
FISCAL IMPACT STATEMENT
The sponsor of this item requests that the Administration be prepared to address the fiscal impact
of this proposed measure, if any.
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/meetinQ-notices/
FINANCIAL INFORMATION
CONCLUSION
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Applicable Area
Citywide
Is this a "Residents Right to Know" item. Is this item related to a G.O. Bond
pursuant to City Code Section 2-17? Project?
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No
Was this Agenda Item initially requested by a lobbyist which as defined in Code Sec 2-481
includes a Principal engaged in lobbvina? No
If so, specify the name of lobbyist(s) and principal(s):
Department
City Attorney
Sponsor(s)
Mayor Steven Meiner
Co-sponsor(s)
Commissioner Alex Fernandez
Condensed Title
NR- Regularly Monitor Beachwalk Camera Feeds to ID/Address Visibility Issues. (SM/AF) CA
Previous Action (For City Clerk Use Only)
Not reached on 2/25/2026 - R7 M; Not reached on 2/5/2026 - R7 I; Not reached on 12/17/2025
- R7 L; Not reached on 9/17/2025 - R7 I; Not reached on 9/3/2025 - R7 M
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