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FBI and GSA cut the ribbon on Benjamin P. Grogan and Jerry L. Dove Federal Building

MIRAMAR – The U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) cut the ribbon today on the new Benjamin P. Grogan and Jerry L. Dove Federal Building in Miramar, FL.

The state-of-the-art hub for FBI’s South Florida operations honors two Miami-based FBI Special Agents killed in the line of duty April 11, 1986.

 

Benjamin P. Grogan and Jerry L. Dove Federal Building
Benjamin P. Grogan and Jerry L. Dove Federal Building

The new Federal Building is distinguished for its iconic design that fosters collaboration, minimizes environmental impact, and helps the FBI carry out its mission on behalf of the American people.  This new 475,000 square foot facility will be high-tech and will be able to support over 1,000 employees.

Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson to Participates in Ceremony Naming FBI Building

“I am honored to be a part of this special and momentous occasion. The naming ceremony and dedication is a fitting tribute to Special Agents Benjamin P. Gorgan and Jerry L. Dove. These brave men answered the call of duty and gave their lives to keep our streets, communities and country safe. We owe them and their families a debt of gratitude that can never be repaid.  We can, however, honor them and forever remind the nation of their sacrifice by designating the new federal building in Miramar, the Benjamin P. Gorgan and Jerry L. Dove Federal Building,” said Congresswoman Wilson.

 

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

L-R: FBI Director James B. Comey, U.S. Representative Frederica Wilson, GSA Acting Administrator Denise Turner Roth, U.S. Representative Debbie Wasserman-Schultz, Miramar Mayor Wayne Messam, and FBI Miami Special Agent in Charge George L. Piro.  Credit: Sam Harris/GSA
L-R: FBI Director James B. Comey, U.S. Representative Frederica Wilson, GSA Acting Administrator Denise Turner Roth, U.S. Representative Debbie Wasserman-Schultz, Miramar Mayor Wayne Messam, and FBI Miami Special Agent in Charge George L. Piro. Credit: Sam Harris/GSA

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