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As your Sheriff, I want to take a moment to speak with you during this special time of year. Throughout the year, we hear a lot about challenges, crises, and calls for service. But the holidays gives us a time to appreciate our families, our friends, and the community we share.
No matter how you celebrate the season, I wish you health, joy, and real peace. This is a time when the world feels a little lighter. A little kinder. I hope you find a moment to slow down… to breathe… to create memories that stay with you long after the lights come down.
This season reminds us that our lives aren’t measured by deadlines or to-do lists. They’re measured by connection. By the families we’re born into and the families we choose. By the friends who became family and the strangers who became blessings. These moments ground us. Especially when life feels fast. Or heavy.
I also want to recognize the incredible people who serve this county every single day—our deputies, firefighters, EMTs, 911 call takers, and all our first responders. They are dedicated public servants. While many gather with loved ones, they are out there working through the holidays to keep us safe. I see them. I appreciate them. And I know our entire Miami-Dade community does too. Their work matters—not just today, but every day.
The holidays are a perfect time to wrap the year in gratitude. A thoughtful message goes a long way. Simply showing up for someone can be life-changing. If you can, reach out to someone who might need a little extra love. Not just with a text. Pick up the phone. Or better yet, if possible, sit down with them. We all carry our stories—our joys and our struggles. A small moment of presence can make a big difference.
As we close out this year and look ahead to 2026, I have one request: be kind. Be present. Be grateful. And please, stay safe. Safety is not the job of one person or one agency. It is a community commitment. Every resident plays a role. Look out for a neighbor. Join a neighborhood watch. Drive safely and soberly this season. Together—through strong partnership between law enforcement and the people we serve—we can make 2026 our safest year yet.
From my home to yours, I wish you a beautiful holiday season. Happy holidays, and Happy New Year. God bless you, and God bless Miami-Dade County.
