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Historic Enrico Dairy Farmhouse Hosts ‘Sensational You’ Employee Appreciation Event ighlighting history, community legacy and employee pride, the City of Miami Gardens in June kicked off the first in a series of Sensational You Employee Appreciation events with a unique twist: spotlighting the famed Enrico Dairy Farmhouse in the heart of Miami Gardens, located at 18450 N.W. 12th Avenue. Designated on May 23, 2013 by the Miami Dade County Historic Preservation Board as one of Miami Gardens’ historic structures, the Enrico Dairy Farmhouse served as the backdrop for celebrating the blending of old and new. As the City of Miami Gardens continues celebrating its tenth anniversary, employee appreciation is one of a number of initiatives on tap to mark the City’s birthday. “We know that a City is able to thrive because of the individuals who are the City: our employees,” said Mayor Oliver Gilbert. “Hosting the Sensational You Employee Appreciation event makes sense. It’s a way for us to say thanks for all you do.” Building on existing business relationships and forging new partnerships through the newly formed Greater Miami Gardens
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Enrico Dairy Farmhouse Chamber of Commerce, Sensational You Employee Appreciation showed employees that despite busy schedules and tight budgets, they are appreciated! Employees
enjoyed a “lunch on the go,” from Chef Chad’s Bring Organics Back, a Miami Gardens KFC franchise, snacks from COSTCO, mid-day chair massages offered
by Euphoric Healing, had access to educational and financial information provided by Miami Gardens’ St. Thomas University and the City’s newest educational facility, the College of Business & Technology (CBT), as well as learned about fitness alternatives through Chamber member Gold’s Gym. Long-time business and City supporter Alan’s Dry Cleaning provided support with lunch gift-cards through a partnership with Miami Gardens’ eatery, Snappers. “The Greater Miami Gardens Chamber of Commerce is excited to partner with the City in support of the Employee Appreciation initiative,” explains Ula Zucker Williams, GMGCC Executive Director. “Chamber members are invited to participate and promote their business. It’s a great opportunity and we look forward to more such events.” City of Miami Gardens employees enjoyed visiting the grounds of what is soon
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City Council Votes for No Tolerance Pledge In a 7-0 unanimous vote, during the Wednesday, June 26th 2013 City Council Meeting, City of Miami Gardens Council members agreed to adopt a No Tolerance Pledge for the City and residents aimed at further reducing violence, illegal activities and promoting increased involvement in community programs. Sponsored by Councilwoman Felicia Robinson, Seat 4, the For the Children Sake campaign takes effect immediately. Acknowledging too many lives have been lost to gun violence, future success lost to school drop-outs and the disruption of communities due to illegal drug activity, Councilwoman Robinson responded to calls from community members to take a stand. Much of the information gathered came as a result of the Meet Me Mondays program, in which Councilwoman Robinson engages com-
munity members every second Monday each month for discussion and feedback regarding resident concerns. “I grew up in this community. I love this community and I know if we really want to have a safe and prosperous community we have to be a part of it, explained Councilwoman Felicia Robinson. “I’m going to Councilwoman continually do things to engage Felicia Robinson our residents. This pledge is a way of placing your name to something of value.” For the Children Sake campaign calls on residents to take a stand, by adopting their own
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