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Doral Business Council is a great choice BY NELSON PEÑALVER
Chairman Doral Business Council Nowadays, many companies are looking to local business organizations as sources for networking and sales opportunities. However, selecting the appropriate organization that has the best profile and programs for your business may require some investigation and research. The ideal organization should have a mix of elements that give you and your company access to successful entrepreneurs and other influential individuals in the community. Additionally, it should provide the environment, exposure, education and qualified contacts that allow you to develop relationships that result in tangible business opportunities. Financial reward is not the only reason to join a local business council. There are many other benefits for members. You can learn about best practices and get new ideas from members, publications and programs. These opportunities will enhance your professional career and give you a competitive edge. When selecting the right organization for your business, consider the following questions: • Does the organization offer free training and seminars to educate its members and the business community? • Are there opportunities for members to actively participate in industry-related committees that will make members fully aware of legislation at the local, state and federal levels, which may impact the economy and local businesses environment? • Is the organization involved in the economic development of the local community? • Is it a not-for profit organization with a formal Board of Directors who are active
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Master Plan for Proposed Park
Boria Talks With Zúñiga
VIEW OF COMMUNITY ROOM AND COURTYARD
A master plan for the proposed N. W. 114th Ave. Park at N.W. 82 St. will provide a safe environment in an 18acre location will include a multi-purpose field, softball field, five tennis courts three basketball courts, juniorsized baseball court, three sand volleyball courts, and two childrens’ playgrounds.
Eight shaded pavilions and parking for 320 vehicles are planned. In addition, a 35,000 sq. ft. Community Center will include a gymnasium, indoor exercise track, 150-seat community room, and smaller rooms for senior activity, arts and crafts, recreation, aerobics and dancing, multi-purpose and conference accommodations.
Tell Us What You Think! The City of Doral wants feedback from residents and park users about the conceptual plan for NW 114th Avenue Park. To view the full master plan, visit The City of Doral website, <www.cityof-
doral.com>. Comments and questions can be sent to the Park and Recreation Department by contacting <doralparksinfo@cityofdoral.com> or by telephone at (305) 593-6600.
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PECO funds diverted from public to charter schools BY GRANT MILLER
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Charter schools will receive $91 million for their construction and maintenance needs, state lawmakers have agreed. The figure represents a $36 million increase over last year’s allocation, but it falls just short of the $100 million proposed by Gov. Rick Scott and the Florida House. The deal was struck during budget negotiations that lasted late into the night. The one-time allocation will come out of the Public Education Capital Outlay (PECO) fund. PECO dollars are generated from the state’s gross receipts tax on cable, electric and landline telephone bills. Charter school advocates had hoped to secure a recurring source of funding for capital outlay projects this year. That doesn’t mean the fight is over for good. Charter schools enroll more than 200,000 students statewide and are run by nonprofit governing boards that function independently of local school districts. Some are managed by for-profit companies. The state’s 350 charter schools will share $91 million, while the approximately 3,000 traditional public schools will go without. If the facts show funding went to where it was needed most, so be it; but those school officials who are forced to work under leaky roofs, around struggling air conditioners and in illequipped facilities certainly don’t see it that way. Like traditional public schools, charter schools receive state money for operating expenses, including teacher salaries and instructional materials. But while traditional school systems can levy property taxes to fund construction and maintenance, charter schools cannot. For the past several years, the Florida Legislature has given charter schools an extra boost through the PECO fund. Those dollars used to go to traditional public schools, too. But because fewer people are using landline phones, the fund slowly has been dwindling. State economists predict it eventually will dry up. Opponents argue that charter schools should not receive taxpayer dollars for capital projects because their facilities are not public assets. They also make the case that charter schools were allowed in Florida because they promised to do more with less. Advocates, however, say children statewide should receive the same amount of money, regardless of whether they attend traditional or charter schools. A steady stream of facilities funding, they say, would help level the playing field. According to Florida Watch, as of the 2010 debt affordability report, an annual report
detailing the impact of future debt obligations, PECO bonds account for $11.2 billion of the state’s outstanding debt. Out of the $28.2 billion in total state debt, $15.8 billion is for the construction of educational facilities, with PECO as the primary issuer, followed by the lottery. Over the past decade, there has been a net increase of $4.2 billion in PECO bond issuances. It is projected that over the next decade there will be another $5.8 billion in PECO issuances. PECO bonding for this year alone is over $300 million, of which half has been appropriated to institutions so far. For at least the next couple of years, the PECO revenue stream has been leveraged fully. Looking back, Florida’s insistence on issuing close to the maximum amount of PECO bonds possible during the period of high tax revenue has effectively tied the state’s hands from issuing any new bonds during lower growth periods, regardless of need. This means that a sharp enough drop off in revenue from the gross receipt tax could leave the PECO fund insolvent and reliant on other state revenue to meet their debt obligations. Florida’s PECO bonds are currently rated AAA (Prime) by both Fitch and Standard and Poor’s, but have a negative rating outlook. Moody’s has rated these bonds as AA1 (High Grade) with a stable outlook. Much like the Social Security Trust Fund, legislators just can’t keep their hands off money within reach for their preferred projects. It appears likely the current state government is following that tradition and using whatever means are available to implement a larger placement of charter schools, at the expense of all others. How the amount of $91 million grew from what was initially proposed from the Florida Senate and House might need to be looked at. And how legislatures came to the conclusion that all institutions other than charter schools fell short of needing any assistance also may need some investigating. But one thing is clear, all is not on the table when it comes to how Tallahassee does business, and if legislators need a compass, they might want to visit the Florida Constitution, and they might find it on the floor. Article IX, Section 1 reads as follows: The education of children is a fundamental value of the people of the State of Florida. It is, therefore, a paramount duty of the state to make adequate provision for the education of all children residing within its borders. Adequate provision shall be made by law for a uniform, efficient, safe, secure and highquality system of free public schools that allow students to obtain a high-quality education and for the establishment, maintenance and operation of institutions of higher learning and other public education programs that the needs of the people may require.
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Meet Your DBC Ambassadors
DBC Ambassadors (l-r) in front: Reza Dehbozorgi (Minuteman Press); Watanabe Marianella (Comcast Business Services; Carlos Rivero, Jr. (Regions Security Services); Ana Hedman (Aflac); Iliana Carbajal (FirstBank Florida); Jason Timmons (Great Florida Bank). In back (l to r): Gloria Burns (Community Newspapers and Miami Christian School); Pat Morgan (ageLOC Technologies); Ginger Poulos (Divine Savior Academy). ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– The Ambassadors have helped many Doral Business Council members grow their businesses by introducing them to key individuals (decision makers) of potential client companies. Once you join the Doral Business Council, your DBC Ambassadors help you to meet the right individuals and
companies to grow your business and contact base. For more information, contact the DBC Office and a staff member will be glad to help you. You can also email Committee Chair Carlos Rivero, Jr. at <crivero@RegionsSecurity.us> or Co-Chair Pat Morgan at <jpatmorgan@icloud.com>.
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GREAT CHOICE from front page community leaders? Take the time investigate, talk to members, ask questions and if possible, attend an event as a guest before making a commitment. Keep in mind: this is not simply about a membership; this is about making an investment, and your return on investment is an important consideration in your decision-making process. Since the formation of the City of Doral, the Doral Business Council (DBC) has been a force for economic development, increased business awareness and professional development. With a vibrant corporate and individual membership base, the DBC produces more than 50 events per year and is one of the leading advocates for executives, business owners and entrepreneurs in the region. Our Board of Directors is comprised of 13 leading business executives that are actively dedicated to the great Doral business community. With more than 10 active
committees, the DBC is always ready to support your business efforts. It is the only business council endorsed by the City of Doral (Resolution No. 04-65). This is not only an honor; but a tribute to all members of the DBC. Whether the DBC is dealing with a large company or a small business owner, our commitment is the same. We will work hard for you and represent you ethically, professionally and with integrity in all of our actions. Please feel free to contact the Doral Business Council, and we will be honored to have you as special guest in our next event. Come, meet and mingle with some of the most interesting and successful people in our community. The search and the decision are simple…Doral Business Council is the perfect fit for your company, your investment and your future.
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Do you or someone you know have Actinic Keratosis? FXM Research in Miami is looking for males and females 18 years or older that suffer from Actinic Keratosis “can be caused by prolonged exposure to the sun, result in discrete, rough, dry, scaly bumps on the face and/or the scalp”, to participate in a four [4] studyvisit clinical research study. Medical Insurance is not required for study participation. Qualified participants will receive: • Evaluation by a Board Certified Dermatologist. • Investigational Study Medication or placebo at no cost. • Reimbursement for time and travel up to USD $200.00.
¿Tiene usted o alguien que usted conoce Keratosis Actínica? FXM Research en Miami está buscando hombres y mujeres de 18 años o más que sufran de Keratosis Actínica “pueden ser causadas por la exposición prolongada al sol, resultan en discretas lesiones abultadas, ásperas, secas, y escamosas en su cara y/o cuero cabelludo”, para participar en un estudio clínico de investigación que requiere cuatro [4] visitas. No se requiere seguro médico para su participación en el estudio. Los participantes que califiquen recibirán: • Evaluaciones por un Dermatólogo Certificado. • Los medicamentos bajo investigación o placebo sin costo alguno. • Compensación por tiempo y transporte hasta $200.00. For more information please call:
Para más información por favor llame:
(305) 220-5222 Hector Wiltz, MD., CPI. Board Certified Dermatologist FXM Research Miami
FXM Research Miami 11760 Bird Road, Suite 452 Miami, FL 33175
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Do you or someone you know have Atopic Dermatitis (Also known as Eczema)? FXM Research in Miami is looking for males and females 18 to 65 years of age that suffer from Atopic Dermatitis (dry, red, scaling patches throughout your body with or without itchiness), to participate in a nine (9) study visit clinical research study. Medical Insurance is not required for study participation. Qualified participants will receive: • Evaluation by a Board Certified Dermatologist. • Investigational Study Medication at no cost. • Reimbursement for time and travel up to USD $540.00.
¿Tiene usted o alguien que usted conoce Dermatitis Atópica (También conocida como Eczema)? Doral Tribune
6769 S.W. 62 Avenue, South Miami, FL 33143 • Phone (305) 669-7355, Fax (305) 662-6980 www.communitynewspapers.com PUBLISHER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Grant Miller EXECUTIVE EDITOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Michael Miller EDITOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .David Berkowitz WRITERS, COLUMNISTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Ron Beasley, Kenneth Bluh, Gloria Burns, Robert Hamilton, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Linda Rodriguez-Bernfeld, Gary Alan Ruse, Lee Stephens, Al Sunshine, Richard Yager ADVERTISING ACCOUNT EXECUTIVES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Albie Barnes, Beatriz Brandfon, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Roberta Bergman, Celia Canabate, Diane Chasin, Henry Chau, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Lori Cohen, Diane Maddox, Denzel Miles, Ann Robbins-Udel, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Fara Sax, Diane Sedona Schiller, Walter White LEGAL ADVERTISING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Georgia Tait BOOKKEEPING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Jesus Toledo PROOF DEPARTMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Isabel Vavrek GRAPHIC ARTIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Denise Cebrero, Isabel Ortega, Cristian Ortiz PUBLISHER EMERITUS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Ron Miller Aventura News, Biscayne Bay Tribune, Coral Gables News, Cutler Bay News, Doral Tribune, Kendall Gazette, Miami Beach News, Miami Gardens Tribune, Palmetto Bay News, Opa-Locka News, Pinecrest Tribune, South Miami News, Sunny Isles Beach Sun, West Park News
FXM Research en Miami está buscando a hombres y mujeres de 18 a 65 años de edad que padecen de Dermatitis Atópica (parches de resequedad, enrojecimiento, descamación en su cuerpo con o sin picazón), para participar en un estudio clínico de investigación que requiere de nueve (9) visitas. No se requiere seguro médico para su participación en el estudio. Los participantes que califiquen recibirán: • Evaluaciones por un Dermatólogo Certificado. • Los medicamentos bajo investigación sin costo alguno. • Reembolso por su tiempo y transporte de hasta $540.00. For more information please call:
Para más información por favor llame:
(305) 220-5222
Hector Wiltz, MD., CPI.
Board Certified Dermatologist FXM Research Miami
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Badia Center Celebrates a Fifth!
The Fifth Anniversary celebration for Badia Hand to Shoulder Center brought together (l-r) Gloria Burns, Marianella Watanabe, Dr. Alejandro Badia, George Lakis, Veronica Yussyn and Mike DiPietro.
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Miami Christian School ends year with much to celebrate MIAMI CHRISTIAN
UPDATE BY GLORIA BURNS The Class of 2013 high school graduation marked the 53rd annual high school graduation for Miami Christian School. Family and friends gathered for the occasion enjoyed an evening of awards and presentations culminating with the recognition of 50% of the seniors receiving the prestigious Presidential Service Award and 65% receiving scholarships for their next level of study at universities • • •
In other exciting news, Miami Christian School has once again received the Fred E. Rozelle Sportsmanship Award for the State (2A) based on the conduct of all players, coaches and fans for the 20122013 school year. The school will receive a check and a plaque from the Florida High School Athletic Association for this accomplishment that speaks volumes for the values embraced by the athletic department and the school in general. • • •
On the topic of athletics, MCS Athletic Director, James Colzie was recognized as one of 11 Officials of the Year for his efforts as a softball umpire as part of the Greater Miami Athletic Conference, and was chosen as the FHSAA President-Elect. He will take the helm as Board President on June 30, 2014. • • •
The Miami Christian Yard Sale was a success despite dealing with the remnants
Former Chair of the Doral Business Council, Nubielena Medina of NMG Consulting, with husband, Alex, checking out Doral Tribune during MCS Yard Sale event.
of Tropical Storm, Andrea. Vendors and buyers enjoyed bargains, burgers, snow cones, baked goods, beverages, games with prizes and the bounce house!!! The Fall Yard Sale will be held on Saturday, November 9th.
Victoria Gonzalez modeling in New York.
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Florida International University. She has also begun a modeling career for Ranee’s Fashion and recently worked the trade show “Moda Manhattan” in New York City. She made the Dean’s List both terms this past school year.
In graduate news, Vicente Chavarria, Valedictorian of the Class of 2005, is pursuing a DMA degree at USC Thornton in Los Angeles, where he is the founder of the USC Latin American Baroque Choir, which he also conducts. Vicente not only serves as Director of the Gloria Dei Choir in La Habra, California but he recently presented papers on Mexican Baroque music at international conferences in Santa Barbara and Mexico City.
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Christopher Gehring, who graduated from Miami Christian in 2010, recently completed Basic Military Training for the Air Force in San Antonio, Texas, and then went to Biloxi, Mississippi for Avionics Training. Graduating in June, Gehring won both the Flight Chief Award and the Distinguished Graduate Award.
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Victoria Gonzalez, who graduated from Miami Christian last year has begun studies in Business Administration at
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Chris Gehring congratulated on winning the Flight Chief Award and the Distinguished Graduate Award.
Gloria Burns (left), Cathie Burns and Allison Bean work the MCS Yard Sale
School begins again on Wednesday, August 21st, and anyone interested in enrolling for the 2013-2014 school year may call Donna Gehring at 305.221.7754 x773 for information and a tour.
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Villamil Forecasts Economic Trends at DBC Breakfast
Carlos Rivero, Jr., Regions Security; Silvia “Bibi” Borges, Assistant Dean, Florida National University; Mara Falero, JetStream Financial; Marti Bueso, Home Financing Center, Jason Timmons, Great Florida Bank
The Doral Business Council hosted over 150 members and guests at its June 18th Signature Breakfast. The beautiful Trump Doral Golf Resort and Spa was the perfect location for attendees to hear about upcoming economic trends and forecasts from Tony Villamil, Principal with the Washington Economics Group and Dean of the Business School at St. Thomas University. The breakfast was sponsored by The Miami Free Zone and Jorge Suarez, Leasing and Marketing Manager who presented an overview of the facilities to the attendees. Bill Johnson, Director of the Port of Miami will be the Keynote Speaker for the July 16th breakfast. Please call 305-470-9597 or go to the website: www.doralbusiness.com for more information.
Iliana Carbajal – FirstBank Florida; Pat Morgan – Performance Potential
Keynote Speaker: Tony Villamil – Washington Economics Group; Jorge Suarez – Miami Free Zone
Andres Matiz – Miami Free Zone; Jorge Suarez – Miami Free Zone
Peter Jude, Kendall Regional Hospital; Ron Mann, DBC Executive Director; Aguasanta Erminy, Fundacion Artistas Unidos; former Doral Mayor Juan Carlos Bermudez, Akerman Senterfitt; and Cesar Murillo Ray Rodriguez
Nelson Penalver, 2013 DBC Chairman of the Board; Keynote Speaker J. Antonio Villamil, Dean of School of Business at St. Thomas University and Luis Miguel, Mercantil Commercebank; Tony Villamil; Bettina Rodriguez- Steve Seltzer - Comet Delivery; Carlos Rivero Jr.- Regions Security; Principal at The Washington Economics Group Ryan Moore – NuView Ira Aguilera; Vice Mayor for the City of Doral
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Newest DBC Member!
Staff of Barlop Business Systems is marking 30th anniversary years of serving Miami-Dade businesses with a variety of copier sales and services from its Doral-based warehouse. The company was founded in 1983 by Jose Lopez and Juan Barroso as a two-man enterprise but has now grown to 29 employees and annual sales exceeding $11.9 million, along with purchase of a 15,000 sq. ft. warehouse. For information about Barlop equipment, including sales, rentals and leases, tel. 305-470-4680 or email <nmgteam@nmgconsulting.com>.
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Lt. Col. Max Weiner Honored by Riverside Cadet Lieutenant Colonel Max B. Weiner, a Miami, FL resident, graduated from Riverside Military Academy (RMA) May 18 with special recognition. He served as Battalion Commander, the highest-ranking position in the RMA Corps of Cadets consisting of 460 young men in grades 7-12. A member of Riversideâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s varsity baseball team, the National Honor Society, and the RMA Horton Society, Weiner was also the recipient of the Commandantâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Achievement Excellence Award. He plans to attend the University of Tampa. Weiner is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey S. Weiner and Ms. Duchess Weiner of Miami. His father is a 1966 Riverside graduate, and his older brothers Diego (Class of 2009) and Fernando (Class of 2011) graduated from RMA. His younger brother, Jake, is also a senior. Riverside Military Academy, founded Lt.-Col. Max B. Weiner in 1907, is a premier college preparatory academies for young men located one hour north of Atlanta, GA. For more information, go to <www.riversidemilitary.com>.
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ATTENTION PARENTS: Lauren goes to Vanderbilt at a $39,030.00 Discount! What DOES SHE KNOW that 22,000 Florida families DON’T?
Learn how to get your child into the college they want at a DISCOUNTED price you can afford! Peter Ratzan — a long-time Floridian, former teacher and a certified college funding advisor — will be hosting “Trends in College: What Every Family Should Know About Planning and Paying for College Today.” During this free workshop, Ratzan will offer tips and advice for parents of college bound teens. Topics include: • How to research and assemble the perfect college list — with great schools that meet your child’s academic and social needs AND have money to give. • Why our state universities can cost more than the so-called pricey private colleges (even if you have Bright Futures and the Florida Pre-Paid program). • How Financial Aid Is Calculated and Why The Advice of Your Financial Advisor or CPA May Cost You Thousands In College Scholarships. • How to Avoid Financial Aid Scams and dubious ‘loan’ options and instead optimize your chances for legitimate scholarships and grants. • What You Can Do to reduce your out-of-pocket costs and pay for college on a tax-favored basis, if you did not receive enough financial aid. • MORE
July 31, 2013 at 6:30 pm at Pinecrest Community Center, 5855 SW 111th St. If you are the parent of a high school student, the time to start planning is NOW! The workshop is free and sales-pitch free, but not attending could cost you thousands.
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Ourr Lady y off Guadalupe Catholicc Church Invites you to join us for Mass Mass Location: Doral Academy High School 11100 NW 27th Street, Doral, FL
Weekly Mass Schedule Saturday Vigil 5:30 pm (English) 6:30 pm (Spanish)
Sunday City of Doral Police Department held a swearing-in ceremony June 11 for four new members of the police force: Police Service Aide Michelle Fiebeck, Police Officers Erwin Fernandez, Adam Andreozzi and Damian Markowycz. Mayor Luigi Boria welcomed these officers and their families, noting: “We recognize the sacrifices that you and your families make to ensure the safety of our
City…” Chief Richard Blom thanked them for their willingness to join the city force, adding special thanks to the City Manager Joe Carollo for his strong commitment to improve and expand the size, quality and professionalism of the Police Department. Each new member was administered the oath of office and presented with their badge by Chief Blom.
9:00 am (English) 10:30 & 12:00 Noon (Spanish)
Confession 15 minutes prior to Mass Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament: Daily 7:00 am - 10:00 pm Parish Center: 11402 NW 41 Street, Suite 221 Pastor Reverend Israel E. Mago For information on marriage and baptism, call 305.593.6123
Ourr Lady y off Guadalupe Golf Tournament Friday, August 9, 2013
Trump National Doral 4400 N.W. 87 Ave., Doral, FL 33178 to benefit Parish Building Fund Entry fee: $150 per player includes Green Fees, Cart, Shirt, Gift Bag & Buffet Lunch
Hole in One Contest for Vehicle Sponsored by South Dade Toyota To sign up, call Dionicio Villalba at 786.351.1775 8 - 9:00 am Registration 9 am Shot Gun Start 1 pm Lunch / Silent Auction. Event Coordinated by Knights of Columbus
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The Herald Opens in Doral
From left: Doral Councilwomen Christy Fraga, Bettina Rodriguez-Aguilera present Miami Herald President David Landsberg welcome plaque along with Mayor Luigi Boria during newspaperâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s celebration in June after moving from its downtown location on Biscayne Bay to Doral.
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DBC Forum Becomes Family
Aly Ramos (seated with cake) surrounded by several DBC Forym members. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
BY GLORIA BURNS
Those Doral Business Council businesses that choose to join the Forum networking group create relationships that extend beyond business. In fact, at a recent breakfast meeting, many members stayed late to shower Aly Ramos, of QueBelle, with a cake and basket of baby gifts for a new addition to her family, due very soon. (Aly missed her surprise baby shower last month when the group met for a social at Shula’s Hotel; this back-up plan was arranged with a smaller cake but an equal amount of good wishes and love).
The DBC Forum meets the first and third Wednesday of each month for breakfast and often holds socials. While this group is category exclusive, if your business category is already filled and you are a DBC member, you may fill out an application for consideration should the category become open. There are strict attendance requirements in order to hold the category, so openings do happen. For information on the Forum, contact DBC Forum Chair Lizz Wiegandt (Mary Kay) at 305-772 -0749 or the DBC office 305-470-9597.
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DBC Trustees Network At Shula’s Steak House BY NUBIELENA MEDINA Chairwoman DBC Trustee Committee
One of the benefits of being a Doral Business Council (DBC) Trustee Member is to enjoy exclusive opportunities to network and grow their businesses. Trustees who attended the last luncheon not only enjoyed top-notch food at one of Miami’s premiere restaurants, but also managed to close big business deals. The lunch was hosted by Shula’s Steak House – The Original, where Trustee members enjoyed Shula’s Cut beef along with its signature Caesar salad and Florida key lime pie. Also on hand was World of Wines owner Monica Casas who paired each course with one of her boutique wines, finishing the lunch with a sweet Moscatel wine. Another unique aspect of the gathering was that Shula’s Steak House, which only opens in the evening to the public, opened the restaurant for lunch exclusively for the DBC Committee. What make these luncheons and events even more exciting are the business connections and deals that are closed between the members. Last month several
DBC Trustee Luncheon includes (l-r): Trustee Committee Chair Nubielena Medina; DBC Chair Nelson Penalver; Efrain Sora, Sonya Canas, and Luis Miguel..
one-to-one meetings were set up and two members began doing business with each other. The DBC Trustees are community leaders who are instrumental in helping increase the influence of the Trustee
Members, among, company CEOs, decision-makers, legislators, and other influencers of South Florida. Trustee Members enjoy an enhanced membership experience and special privileges with the DBC that enable the
exchange of ideas and business development at the highest levels. For more information about the DBC Trustee Committee, please contact Chairwoman, Nubielena Medina at 305-470-4680 or nubielena@nmgconsulting.com.
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New Director, Season For Florida Grand Opera BY REBECCA CASAMAYOR
Florida Grand Opera has announced the operas of its 2013-2014 season, the first to be curated by the company’s new CEO and General Director Susan T. Danis and Music Director Maestro Ramon Tebar. The provocative titles are designed to take Miami audiences on a journey through captivating worlds – from murder in New England to seduction in the Orient. Opening Nov. 7, Marvin David Levy’s Mourning Becomes Electra retells a famous Greek tragedy in a new production by Grammy-nominated director Kevin Newbury with the talented Lauren Flanigan
leading the cast. Nabucco follows on Jan. 25, 2014, with a tale of exile told by a stellar dual cast featuring Maria Guleghina and Susan Neves. One of the world’s most famous operas, Tosca, comes to life on Mar. 29, 2014, with the powerhouse voices of Kara Shay Thomson and Jouvanca JeanBaptiste. The season closes with the return of the exotic Thaªs, which opens May 3, 2014, with the role debuts of Eglise Gutiérrez and Angela Mortellaro. Subscriptions to all four operas start as low as $36. For more information, contact the FGO’s Box Office at 800- 741-1010 or visit< www.FGO.org>.
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Successs off fourr sonss iss ‘veryy special’’ too Coachh Delgado INSIDE SPORTS
BY JUSTIN HESSER
After college baseball careers at Miami Dade South and St. Leo University, Bob Delgado followed his father’s footsteps and joined the Air Force Reserve. So it is no coincidence that three of his four sons are playing college baseball and the fourth is a pilot in the Air Force. Bob always wanted to be a baseball coach. “I knew when I was in the eighth grade that I wanted to be a baseball coach,” he says. “It was the job I always wanted.” So when he returned to Miami to work on a Master’s Degree in physical education at Florida International University and become a teacher, he also became a graduate assistant for the school’s baseball team. He then became an assistant coach at South Dade High for three years before getting his big break in 1977 and become head baseball coach at Palmetto High, a job he held for 20 years. At Palmetto, Delgado was known as a “small ball” coach who would drive home the fundamentals of the game to his players. “My players used to say that I ‘fundamentaled them to death’ and I took that as a huge compliment,” he says. Delgado retired as Palmetto’s head baseball coach in 1997 to spend more time with his boys, who were just starting to play youth baseball. “I didn’t want to be one of those dads who was too busy to spend time with his kids,” he says. “You can have all the money in the world, but what made me happy was spending time with my boys, so it was a pretty easy decision for me.” His decision paid off. His four sons — Mackin, Casey, Dustin and Riley — all played high school baseball at Palmetto and three of them went on to play college ball, while Mackin joined the Air Force.
Mackin, 25, is now an instructor pilot at the Vance Air Force Base in Enid, OK. He attended the Air Force Academy and then began pilot training. He did so well they selected him to become an instructor pilot right out of training. Casey, 23, just graduated from Austin Peay University where he had an outstanding career. After spending two years at Columbia State, he played his last two years at Austin Peay. As a starting pitcher, he went 9-3 in his senior year and set the school record for single-season strikeouts with 105. He won the state title at Columbia State in his second year there and then won the Ohio Valley Conference title both years at Austin Peay. This summer, he will play for the Frontier Grays in Ohio’s Frontier Independent League. Dustin, 20, just finished playing baseball for two years at Columbia State College and will go on to Middle Tennessee State University to play shortstop. At Columbia State, he won both the state and conference titles and was just a game away from playing in the Junior College World Series. And finally, Riley, 18, just concluded his high school career as the shortstop for Palmetto High School and will follow in the footsteps of his older brothers to Columbia State next year. “I feel like I have been blessed that my kids all turned out to be good people,” said Delgado. “They were good students, made good grades, respected their teachers and never got in trouble. Obviously, my wife Connie gets a lot of credit for that. Seeing them be successful as both people and athletes is amazing. When I was at MiamiDade, we won the state title; now both Casey and Dustin have won state titles at
Coach Delgado (second from left) with his family in 2005, when Mackin was a senior in Palmetto High School. –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
Columbia State. Seeing my kids accomplish some things that I was very fortunate to do is fulfilling to me, and very special!” Delgado continues to teach physical education at Palmetto High, while still spending his free time coaching youth baseball, driving home the same knowledge and fundamentals to young men that made his sons successful
players and people. Justin Hesser has an MBA from St. Thomas University, with a specialization in sports administration. He is a regular contributor to the Pinecrest Tribune and may be contacted via email at <jzhess88@gmail.com> or by calling 786-543-2988.
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Dolphin Mall Partners with ‘Prom Peru’
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If Machu Picchu is on your must-see list, take a side trip to Dolphin Mall this summer for an interactive and entertaining glimpse of Peru along with events, prizes and a big dose of fun. In partnership with The Commission on the Promotion of Peru for Export and Tourism, Dolphin Mall will feature Peruthemed promotions this summer through Aug. 11. “We’re excited to bring a little bit of South America to Dolphin Mall this summer,” says Madelyn Bello-Calvar, marketing & sponsorship director, “and to partner with PromPeru to showcase some of the rich culture and legacy of Peru.” The centerpiece is a spectacular, 3D interactive floor graphic of the fabled Machu Picchu, the Incan citadel named one of the New Seven Wonders of the World in a 2007 international Internet poll.
World-renowned for her large-scale, 3D street paintings and chalk drawings, American artist Tracy Lee Stum was commissioned to create a 12 x 18-foot, 3D graphic of Machu Picchu for shoppers to visit, photograph and enjoy. The interactive work can be found by the Information Booth in Ramblas 3. By taking a photo with the Machu Picchu graphic, visitors can enter one of two $500 Dolphin Mall American Express Gift Cards contest. Restaurants featuring Peruvianinspired menus items include Mojitos Cuban Restaurant, Catch of the Day Seafood, Bar and Grill, Rotelli Pizza & Pasta, Taverna Opa, Charcoal’s Latin Grill, Texas de Brazil Churrascaria, and several others among 240 retailers, restaurants and entertainment venues. Hours of operation are Monday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. and Sundays 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Lennar Expands at Grand Bay Open 7 Days a Week
Lennar Homes Southeast Division, long an instrumental pioneer in the growth of the City of Doral since 1885, continues its growing momentum with the success of Isles at Grand Bay. The resort-style community features luxury Estate and Executive homes, as well as St Maarten condominium homes. In addition to these communities, Lennar recently opened Monaco, an intimate enclave community featuring two-story townhomes. Landmark, an upscale, urbanliving townhome and condominium community, will soon be introduced.
“We are honored to be a part of the City of Doral’s continued growth,” said Carlos Gonzalez, president of Lennar Southeast Florida Division. “And with the addition of Isles at Grand Bay, Monaco and Landmark, we look forward to continuing to be an integral part of this thriving city’s success.” Prices for the Isles at Grand Bay homes range from the mid $400’s - $800’s. Visit the Lennar Welcome Home Center at 11301 N.W. 74 St. or, for more information, tel. 305-593-1100. Decorated models are open daily 10 a, m. to 6 p.m.
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Barbara Levenson’s lastest novel has Vermont setting BY ROBERT LEVY
You often hear people talk about the latest book they are reading saying, “I just couldn’t put it down.” This book reaches that level. Outrageous October differs from Barbara Levenson’s first two books in that the setting is in Vermont and not Miami. At first I thought I wouldn’t enjoy it as much as the first two, losing the hometown advantage. But that’s not the case as Mary Magruder Katz, the main character, is never far from Miami. It’s not happenstance since Levenson knows Vermont as she does Miami. She and her husband, Bob, retired to Quechee, VT. And the presence in the book of Sam, the German shepherd dog also is based on familiar ground for Barbara. She and Bob bred and showed German shepherd dogs and finished 11 champions in the show ring. The novel opens as Mary finds her typical Miami Latin love, Carlos, not at the business meeting he claimed he would be at but rather having a rendezvous with his ex-spouse. Mary, being more offended at being lied to than the actual event itself, returns his very expensive ring, packs up
her SUV and Sam and escape to High Pines, VT in a friend’s summer home. Quiet town? Amazingly a crime wave follows Mary almost as if a good criminal defense lawyer can’t go anywhere without crime following. After all, what would a good lawyer do even on vacation without legal work to keep her going. Mary soon discovers her vacation residence was the scene of an unsolved murder a year before her arrival. Because of her background and nature, Mary dives right in to investigate the cold case. Along the way she meets Dash, a local attorney who persuades her to do some legal work, all the while hoping for a little more than office practice. Mary reconnects with a client from a previous Levenson novel, Lillian Yarmouth. Her daughter, a student at Dartmouth, has been kidnapped. Then there is the innocuous property rights battle
involving “tree removal” which ends up with the tree hugger being a real life Nazi, a fact discovered after he is murdered. The suspense is ever present, but the good news is for those of us who do have to put a book down, the chapters are short and make the book very readable by busy people. Every element of Levenson’s background is evident in this novel, from her legal background as a judge-turned-author, to the habits of the German shepherd. The novel ends with Mary back in Miami and the plot thickens and two new elements emerge which no doubt will be the subject of Levenson’s next novel, which could very well already be written awaiting release. I’ve known Barbara Levenson for decades, but after reading three of her novels, I feel like I know Mary Magruder Katz and her family very well. I feel like I could walk into a Florida Association for Women Lawyers (FAWL) meeting and pick out Mary, just as I could walk into a Latin Builder’s Association meeting and pick out her Latin lover, Carlos. If you liked book one and two, this now trilogy of novels are the embodiment of the Convention and Visitor’s Bureau’s new slogan “they’re so Miami.”
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I recently had a couple come to me because they said they just couldn’t understand each other. Turns out they were speaking the wrong Love Language. For those of you not aware of love languages, let me enlighten you. Gary Chapman, in his book, The 5 Love Languages outlines the five languages of love and how speaking different love languages can greatly affect a relationship. There is a primary and secondary language. They are as follows: Words of Affirmation (praise and acknowledgment); Quality Time (undivided attention); Receiving Gifts (tokens that are given); Acts of Service (helping the other person) and Physical Touch (showing attentiveness via touch). How you show your love might not be how the other person perceives love. For example, if you grew up in a household where your dad showered your mom with presents to show his love, you might have taken that language (receiving gifts) on as the way you show love. But what if you were married to a woman who grew up in a household where her dad helped with chores around the house and she learned to equate love with acts of service and you don’t help with chores? You’re giving presents and she wants help around the house; fast-forward a few years and there is the perception of lack of love. I have to say, I find this book invaluable; whether you are married or unmarried, it broadens the way you look at relationships. It is a must read. By understanding and meeting the love language of your significant other, you are opening yourself up to a new-found and fulfilling love. I want to
DIVORCE COACH leave you with a few quotes from his book to reflect upon: • “Requests give direction to love, but demands stop the flow of love.” • “What we do for each other before marriage is no indication of what we will do after marriage.” • “People tend to criticize their spouse most loudly in the area where they themselves have the deepest emotional need.” • “Love says, ‘I love you too much to let you treat me this way. It is not good for you or me.’” • “Don’t make the mistake of believing that the touch that brings pleasure to you will also bring pleasure to her.” • “Almost never do two people fall in love on the same day, and almost never do they fall out of love on the same day.” And my favorite, • “If your spouse’s primary love language is physical touch, nothing is more important than holding her as she cries.” Note to Self: Today I will take the time to learn how my wife/husband needs to feel loved. Debbie’s Library – The 5 Love Languages By Gary Chapman Debbie Martinez is a certified life coach specializing in divorce, relationships and women’s issues. She has offices in South Miami. For more information, go to <www.thepowerofdivorcecoach.com> or call 305-984-5121.
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