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HBI SECURITY Update

Dear Harbor Beach Island 4. Member Engagement
• Over 2024 Membership has grown in the new efforts by
Fund (HBI) Members HBI to establish more consistent coverage and presence within
the neighborhood.
s we step into 2025, we’d like to take a moment • The Annual Meeting saw robust participation, with
to reflect on the progress and developments of the approximately 65 members attending in person and an
Apast three months, culminating in our successful additional 7 joining via Zoom. The lively discussions and
Annual Meeting held on January 7th at the Renaissance in presentations were a testament to the passion and commitment
Fort Lauderdale. This period has been marked by significant of our community.
achievements, growth, and the unwavering dedication of our
Board, Officers and members. Looking ahead, we are excited to build on this momentum,
addressing challenges and seizing opportunities to strengthen
2025 Annual Meeting Overview HBI’s mission. Your involvement and support are critical to our
continued success, and we encourage all members to stay
1. Organizational Updates engaged as we work together toward a brighter future.
• During the meeting, Board Member Mike Byrne provided Thank you for your dedication to HBI. Together, we are
an overview of HBI’s current initiatives, emphasizing our making meaningful progress. HB
collective efforts to ensure a secure and vibrant community for Warm regards,
all members.
The HBI Board and Officers
• A summary of HBI’s financial position and drastic
improvement in capital investments to enhance our Mike Byrne, Joe Ban, Amy Carr, Jake Wurzak,
neighborhood were outlined. Michael Rinzler and Steve Power
2. Enhanced Security Measures
• Board Member Joe Ban shared important updates on
security improvements, highlighting the implementation of new
security measures
• We’ve also collaborated closely with the Fort Lauderdale
Police Department (FLPD) to adopt best practices for
community safety. Key highlights include:
o Direct communication channels (phone numbers)
for immediate support.

o An evolving patrol strategy that includes younger
officers and various patrol modes—such as canine
units, mounted patrols, and foot patrols—to ensure
comprehensive coverage.
• Detailed plans on the further upgrading of the cameras
of the Western gates and their enhanced tracking
functionality was detailed along with the upgrades to the
TVs and monitors within the Guardhouses.

3. SIG-9 Update
• Our SIG-9 Partners, (now two months into implementation),
is off to a strong start. While there have been initial growing
pains, as expected with any new program, we are learning
quickly and making great strides to ensure its success.

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