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Commission proclaims Allan Palms Day, recognizes Allapattah police unit for crime reductions
Summary
The commission issued proclamations honoring the late city architect Allan I. Palms and local business leader Anthony R. Gomez, and formally recognized Commander George L. Rodriguez and the Allapattah support team for reported year‑to‑date crime reductions.
At its Sept. 11 meeting, the Miami City Commission issued a series of proclamations and recognitions, including a day in honor of the late city architect Allan I. Palms, a proclamation recognizing Anthony R. Gomez for decades of construction and community work, and a formal acknowledgment of police efforts in the Allapattah neighborhood.
The commission presented a proclamation naming Sept. 11, 2025, as Allan I. Palms Day to the family of the late architect, noting Palms’ long tenure with the city and contributions to Miami’s skyline. A separate proclamation declared Sept. 11, 2025, Anthony R. Gomez Day, recognizing his work in construction and community development.
Commissioners also recognized Allapattah police leadership and the support team for a series of year‑to‑date crime reductions cited during the meeting. The proclamation, read by a commissioner, listed reported reductions such as a 26.3% overall drop in crime year‑to‑date and specific declines in vehicle thefts, burglaries and other categories attributed to targeted patrols and community engagement.
Commander George L. Rodriguez and members of the Allapattah support team were acknowledged by name during the meeting. Commissioners praised community‑oriented policing and highlighted public‑safety innovations such as a drone program described during remarks.
Ending — The proclamations and recognition were ceremonial but underscored the commission’s focus on public safety, community partnerships and civic service.
