HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution 2026-34181RESOLUTION NO. 2026-34181
A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, DIRECTING THE CITY ADMINISTRATION TO
DISPLAY THE AUTISM ACCEPTANCE FLAG AT CITY HALL COMMENCING
ON APRIL 2 AND THROUGHOUT THE MONTH OF APRIL EACH YEAR, IN
RECOGNITION OF AUTISM ACCEPTANCE MONTH; AND FURTHER
DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO TRANSMIT A COPY OF THIS RESOLUTION
TO MIAMI-DADE COUNTY COMMISSIONER RAQUEL REGALADO.
WHEREAS, April is nationally recognized as Autism Acceptance Month, a time dedicated
to promoting understanding, inclusion, and empowerment for individuals on the autism spectrum
and their families; and
WHEREAS, raising the Autism Acceptance Flag at City Hall serves as a visible symbol of
the City of Miami Beach's commitment to fostering an inclusive, supportive community for
residents and visitors of all abilities; and
WHEREAS, displaying the flag throughout the month of April will further the City's ongoing
efforts to highlight autism acceptance, promote awareness of available resources, and celebrate
the contributions of neurodiverse individuals within our community; and
WHEREAS, the Mayor and City Commission wish to formally express the City's solidarity
with individuals and families impacted by autism, and to encourage continued community
engagement and education; and
WHEREAS, the Mayor and City Commission further wish to transmit a copy of this
Resolution to Miami -Dade County Commissioner Raquel Regalado to acknowledge her advocacy
and support for autism -related initiatives throughout the County.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT DULY RESOLBED 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 display the Autism Acceptance flag at City
Hall commencing on April 2 and throughout the month of April each year, in recognition of Autism
Acceptance Month; and further directing the City Clerk to transmit a copy of this resolution to
Miami -Dade County Commissioner Raquel Regalado.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this If day of iX*M(A , 2026.
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Office of the City Clerk
Tel: 305673-7411
March 20,2026
Commissioner Raquel A. Regalado
Stephen P. Clark Center
111 N.W. 1"Street, Suite 220
Miami, FL 33128
Dear Commissioner Raquel A. Regalado,
Attached please find a copy of City of Miami Beach Resolution No. 2026-34181:
A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, DIRECTING THE CITY ADMINISTRATION TO
DISPLAY THE AUTISM ACCEPTANCE FLAG AT CITY HALL COMMENCING
ON APRIL 2 AND THROUGHOUT THE MONTH OF APRIL EACH YEAR, IN
RECOGNITION OF AUTISM ACCEPTANCE MONTH; AND FURTHER
DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO TRANSMIT A COPY OF THIS
RESOLUTION TO MIAMI-DADE COUNTY COMMISSIONER RAQUEL
REGALADO. (Sponsored by Commissioner Alex Fernandez)
This Resolution was passed and adopted by the Mayor and City Commission of the City of Miami
Beach on March 18, 2026.
Respectfully,
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Rafael E. Granado
City Clerk
c: Commissioner Alex Fernandez
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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 DISPLAY
THE AUTISM ACCEPTANCE FLAG AT CITY HALL COMMENCING ON APRIL 2
AND THROUGHOUT THE MONTH OF APRIL EACH YEAR, IN RECOGNITION OF
AUTISM ACCEPTANCE MONTH; AND FURTHER DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK
TO TRANSMIT A COPY OF THIS RESOLUTION TO MIAMI DADE COUNTY
COMMISSIONER RAQUEL REGALADO.
RECOMMENDATION
ANALYSIS
The attached Resolution was prepared at the request of the sponsor, Commissioner Alex
Fernandez.
FISCAL IMPACT STATEMENT
N/A
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.miamibeachfi.gov/city-hall/city-clerk/meeting-notices/
CONCLUSION
Applicable Area
Citywide
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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?
No
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 Alex Fernandez
Co-sponsor(s)
Condensed Title
Fly Autism Acceptance Flag at CH Throughout April Each Year. (Fernandez) CA
Previous Action (For City Clerk Use Only)
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