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Town of Miami Lakes
Memorandum

To:Honorable Mayor and Councilmembers
From:Honorable Councilmember Marilyn Ruano
Subject:Revision of Jerry's Squad
Date:10/3/2017

Recommendation:

Jerry's Squad was an incredible success. Thanks to the wonderful volunteers that spent countless hours both installing and removing accordion shutters, aluminum panels, and even plywood. They also spent many hours storing patio furniture planters and much more.

Often times when a new program is put into effect for the first time there are hiccups in its implementation. I would like to meet to discuss procedures for identifying seniors who are in need and establish standard protocol to improve our program. Now that we have actually done the work we have identified many areas that can be improved.

I kindly request that the Elderly Affairs Committee present a report to the Town Council with assessments and recommendations on improvements of Jerry's Squad to better assist the community during natural disasters.

Fiscal Impact: Small