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Board hears about AngelSense GPS pilot and agrees to audit town resource web page
Summary
Staff described a North Miami Police Department pilot that provided AngelSense GPS devices to families (up to 50 registrations) and noted the devices require ongoing monthly service; the committee agreed to audit and correct the town resource page and flyers to ensure families can find local services.
Staff reported on a program North Miami Police Department used to provide AngelSense GPS devices to families: the device pairs with a parent app, provides location when families allow it, and can be registered for up to 50 people under the grant model staff described. Staff cautioned the device model requires a monthly service fee and is not a one-time purchase.
"They received a grant for it... They have 50 up to 50 people that they can register for...The GPS is linked to an app on the phone, and the parent or the caretaker is someone who has full control of the GPS," staff said, adding that staff plan to meet the vendor and return with pricing and options.
Separately, members reviewed the committee's online resource page and printed flyers and found multiple links that redirect incorrectly or use outdated names (for example, an item that should be labeled 'Step Up for Students'). Staff agreed to compile corrected links, update labels, and coordinate with committee members to add local resources (transportation, therapists, scholarships) to the page. The committee prioritized a local resources tab to make town-specific supports easier to find.
