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OFFICE OF THE VILLAGE MANAGER LETTER TO COUNCIL
NO. 171-2022
TO: Mayor Gabriel Groisman and Members of the Village Council
FROM: Jorge M. Gonzalez, Village Manager
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DATE: October 28, 2022
SUBJECT: Autism Awareness Awards
The purpose of this Letter to Council (LTC) is to inform you of two recent awards related to
the police department's ongoing efforts in the area of Autism Awareness.
The Autism Society of Greater Orlando (ASGO) recognized Detective Gonzalez and his
son, Christopher Gonzalez, during its annual gala in Orlando, Florida. ASGO named
Detective Gonzalez and Christopher Gonzalez as Ambassadors of the Year for their
efforts in teaching Autism Awareness. The father -and -son team are a sought-after
commodity throughout the State of Florida as educators in autism, and promoting
awareness. Detective Gonzalez has often been recognized for his expertise in matters
pertaining to Autism Awareness.
The Autism Society of Greater Orlando also named the Bal Harbour Police Department
as this year's Law Enforcement Agency of the Year for its ardent support of Autism
Awareness Programs. The Police Department supports Detective Gonzalez in his
endeavor to promote Autism Awareness and is often contacted by other agencies
seeking his instruction. Detective Gonzalez has trained over 50,000 law enforcement
personnel from over three hundred (300) different agencies throughout the state.
Lieutenant Oscar Amago represented the Bal Harbour Police Department and
accepted the award on the Department's behalf.
Please join us in congratulating Detective Gonzalez for his dedication and commitment to
promoting awareness and educating other officers and civilians on this important issue.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Chief Flowers or myself directly.
JMG/RMF/ME