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The 8th Annual Jazz in the Gardens headliner lineup is a wrap, it’s time to get this party started iami Gardens’ 8th annual two-day Jazz in the Gardens music festival at Sun Life Stadium is proud to announce its headliner lineup is a wrap. Ne-Yo, Earth Wind & Fire, Charlie Wilson, New Edition, Monica, Fantasia, Kenny ‘Babyface’ Edmonds, Najee, Rachelle Ferrell and Mary Mary will take the stage on March 16 and 17 at Sun Life Stadium. “We’re very pleased with this year’s lineup and from the feedback we’ve received, the fans are too. A lot of people have worked very hard to make this event happen and the City of Miami Gardens is ready for another incredible Jazz in the Gardens,” said Miami Gardens Mayor Oliver Gilbert. The Festival’s aim is to produce a show with a wide range of talent to ensure everyone has a good time. Jazz in the Gardens offers a wide array of music such as jazz, R&B and soul. In its eighth year, Jazz in the Gardens continues to impress its fans by delivering worldclass entertainment, delicious food and the Women’s Impact Luncheon held annually the day before the Festival kicks off. This year’s event is the culmination of the festival’s previous seven years and the event’s management team looks to improve the event each year. The 2012 “Jazz in the Gardens” featured performances from legendary artists including Mary J. Blige, Jill Scott, Patti LaBelle, KEM, Kenny G, Doug E Fresh, Kevin Eubanks, Ramsey Lewis and Nicole Henry. Previous years have included celebrated artists such as Erykah Badu, John Legend, Robin Thicke, the
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late Teena Marie, Wyclef, Frankie Beverly and Maze, Chaka Khan, Chrisette Michele, Common, Anthony Hamilton, Ms. Lauryn Hill, Al Jarreau, Gladys Knight, The Isley Brothers, EnVogue, Lalah Hathaway, Branford Marsalis and Roy Ayers. Tickets on sale now at www.jazzinthegardens.com, the Sun Life Stadium Box Office, www.ticketmaster.com and at Ticketmaster locations. For more information about the 8th
Annual “Jazz in the Gardens,” please call the general hotline at (877) 640-5299 or visit www.jazzinthegardens.com. Like at www.facebook.com/jazzinthegardens, follow @jazzgardens and use the Twitter/Instagram hashtag #JIG8. Sponsorship requests should be directed to Roane Consulting Group at (804) 506-4020 or sponsorships@jazzinthegardens.com. Food and merchandise vendor requests should be sent to vendors@jazzinthegardens.com.
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Miami Gardens Police Department
Institutes an Agency-Wide Problem Oriented Policing Strategy BY MAJOR ALFRED LEWERS JR. Operations Division Commander Change is something that is constant, quite often difficult, and absolutely necessary. And the Miami Gardens Police Department is no different when it comes to change. Since we started policing our City, quite
a bit has changed. We went from being called a “fledgling 5 year old city”, to a city that has come into its own, with some very positive achievements over the last 5 years. As we approach our tenth anniversary with some impressive achievements under our belt, we changed our original plans of having a sworn police force of 150 officers, to our current authorized staffing level of 211
DISTRICT COMMANDERS District 1 Commander
District 2 Commander
Captain James Hughes Sr. (305) 474-1384 Office James.Hughes@mgpdfl.org
Captain Antonio Brooklen (305) 474-1403 Office Antonio.Brooklen@mgpdfl.org
District 3 Commander
Executive Captain
Captain Salvatore Sardisco (305) 474-1386 Office Salvatore.Sardisco@mgpdfl.org
Captain Eduardo Martinez (305) 474-1383 Office Eduardo.Martinez@mgpdfl.org
police officers, and an equally important civilian support staff of 57 personnel. There are other noteworthy changes that we are excited to share with you, and hope you can find satisfaction in them. Our most positive and noteworthy change is the fact that we have reached a crime reduction of over 40% since the Miami Gardens Police Department started providing police services to our citizens, businesses, and visitors. This reduction in crime is a monumental task, which we have worked hard at achieving through the commitment of our officers, cooperation of our citizens, community associations, business partners, and criminal justice partners. They are a direct reflection of our continued efforts to fight crime, address quality of life issues, and enhance the relationships we share with members of our residential and business communities. With this positive change in mind, some people might say, “If things are going so well, why change them?” The answer is simply because the people of this community deserve forward thinking initiatives, and a commitment from us to go from what we consider a Good Police Department to a Great Police Department We hope to accomplish this goal by initiating an agency-wide problem oriented policing strategy. Problem Oriented Policing, sometimes called Community Policing, is nothing new to the Miami Gardens Police Department, as many of you may have had contact with one of our 12 member Community Enrichment Team over the years. This initiative will work towards expanding and benefitting from the positive lessons learned through the application of the very same philosophy and practices that have worked to our benefit in the past. The practice of searching for root caus-
es is different than the traditional incident based policing strategy that could sometimes have officers responding to the same location and problem on multiple occasions. Our new policing model is geared toward teaching our staff to get to the root causes of our community's problems in a more timely fashion. The identification of root causes will then allow our officers and service aides to take appropriate actions, such as taking definitive enforcement actions, contacting other City services for assistance, or calling upon existing social, economic, and faith based resources to help with these problems. Research has shown that this is a smarter method of policing, and helps to reduce rates or return for the same problem, and ultimately solve them more quickly. To achieve a sense of ownership, and improve our chances of being successful in this new initiative, we have segmented the City into 3 distinct Patrol Districts. This segmenting of the City will allow a Captain, serving as a District Commander, to take the helm of their area of responsibility, and work with a team of officers and supervisors to address the concerns of our stakeholders, as well as work towards finding solutions to their most pressing problems. In addition to the redistricting, there will be a Captain in charge of our Traffic Unit, K9, GREAT Program Officers, and our Community Programs Officers. This unit will be headed by Captain Eduardo Martinez. Please stay tuned for additional information, District Officer profiles, and problem solving success stories. In the coming months, each District Commander will schedule a meet and greet session for their district's residences. Please forward an email to your District Commander to be notified of future MGPD events in your District.
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Francisco o Flores,, MD.
Board Certified Dermatologist / FXM Research Miramar
Do you or someone you know have Rosacea? FXM Research in Miramar is looking for males and females 18 years or older that suffer from Rosacea “Redness on forehead, cheeks, and nose with acne type lesions on your face” to participate in a six [6] 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 $250.00.
¿Tiene usted o alguien que usted conozca Rosacea? FXM Research en Miramar está buscando hombres y mujeres de 18 años o más que sufran de Rosacea “Enrojecimiento en la frente, mejillas, y nariz con lesiones similares al acné”, para participar en un estudio clínico de investigación que requiere seis [6] visitas. Seguro Médico no es requerido para su participación en el estudio. Los participantes que califiquen recibirán: • Evaluaciones por un Dermatólogo Certificado. • Los medicamentos bajo investigación a no costo. • Compensación por tiempo y transporte hasta $250.00.
For more information please call / Para más información por favor llame:
(954) 430-1097
FXM M Research h Miramar
3000 0 SW W 148th h Avenue,, Suite e 216 L 33027 • www.fxmresearch.com Miramar,, FL m
Francisco o Flores,, MD.
Board Certified Dermatologist / FXM Research Miramar
Do you or someone you know have Psoriasis? FXM Research in Miramar is looking for males or females 18 years or older that suffer from moderate to severe plaque Psoriasis to participate in a 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. • Compensation for time and travel.
¿Tienee ustedd o alguienn quee ustedd conozcaa Psoriasis? FXM Research in Miramar está buscando hombres y mujeres entre 18 años o más que sufran de Psoriasis moderada a severa para participar en un estudio de investigación clínico. Seguro Medico no es requerido para su participación en el estudio. Los participantes que califiquen recibirán: • Evaluaciones por un Dermatólogo Certificado. • Los medicamentos bajo investigación a no costo. • Compensación por su tiempo y transporte.
For more information please call / Para más información, llame al:
(954) 430-1097
FXM M Research h Miramar
3000 0 SW W 148th h Avenue,, Suite e 216 L 33027 • www.fxmresearch.com Miramar,, FL m
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PUBLIC WORKS
Comprehensive Pavement Management Program Miami-Dade County voters approved the People’s Transportation Plan (PTP) in 2002. An objective of the plan was to fund road improvement projects within municipalities. The City of Miami Gardens incorporated in 2003 and did not receive its share from the PTP proceeds. Revenues from the PTP were first allocated to the City starting in October, 2012.. Since our incorporation, funding has been inadequate at the City level for road improvements. The Public Works Department is working diligently to implement a comprehensive pavement management program that addresses all stages of the useful life of the asphalted roads in the City. Many factors are considered when the department prioritizes these types of projects: How old the road is; the relative smoothness of the surface; the history of potholes that this road has had; the existence of utilities under the road; and numerous other factors. The city also funded a Roadway Assessment in 2006, and completed projects based on this assessment. This assessment found that many roads need to be milled and resurfaced, while some roads will need preventive maintenance. Early preventive maintenance is less costly and extends the useful life of pavement. Road resurfacing and/or road reconstruction are usually the last resort. They can cost many times the money compared to the cost of preventive maintenance; especially when considering that the aging of the asphalt begins immediately after it is laid. Some of the common methods used for pavement preventive maintenance are
spray-applied sealers, rejuvenators, micro surfacing, etc. Traditionally these treatments are applied to pavement to reduce pitting and keep road surfaces intact, to reduce shrinkage tendencies, to keep roads watertight so water does not enter the road and create damage, and to rejuvenate the properties of the existing asphalt. Rejuvenators and sealers are designed to penetrate into the existing asphalt and improve its chemical properties. The product the city uses depends on factors such as the age and existing condition of the pavement. For example, a rejuvenator, which is a colorless substance, is applied to asphalt pavement while the road is in good condition. One application alone can extend the useful life of a road several years. The benefits of a pavement preventive maintenance program are: • The Program saves the city millions of dollars • It extends the useful life of the pavement • It minimizes new roadway construction projects, resulting in less neighborhood disruption • The maintenance activities helps to maintain a smoother riding surface • The Program allows for dollars saved to be shifted to new projects In the near future residents will begin to see pavement preventive maintenance activities being performed throughout the City. Although the roads we maintain may seem to be in good condition, it is important to know that preventive maintenance, as in a vehicle, extends the useful life of our roads and saves our city millions of dollars.
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PASSPORT DAY IN THE USA 2013 In conjunction with National Passport Day in the USA, the City of Miami Garden’s Office of the City Clerk will host a Passport Day, Saturday, March 9, 2013, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., at City Hall, 1515 NW 167th Street, Building 5, Suite 200, Miami Gardens, Florida. Passport applications can be obtained by visiting: www.travel.state.gov.; or picked up at the Office of the City Clerk, 1515 NW 167th Street, Building 5, Suite 200, Miami Gardens, Florida, Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. At the time of the application process the following is required: 1. Completed DS-11 application without signature (must sign application in front of passport agent). 2. A check, or money order in the amount of $25.00 for Executive Fee, payable to the City of Miami Gardens. If you want to expedite an additional $18.95, is required for overnight postage (optional) for a total of $43.95. 3. A check or money order in the amount of $110.00 Passport Fee for individuals 16
years of age or older; $80.00 Passport Fee for individuals under 16 years of age. The check or money order to U. S. Department of State. If you want to expedite for a two to three delivery the fee is: $182.85 for adults; $152.85 for children under the age of 16. 4. One passport picture. Can be provide onsite for $5.00 or obtained from CVS or Walgreens Pharmacies. . 5. Proof of Citizenship (original/certified copy of birth certificate or naturalization certificate) 6. Acceptable picture identification (Florida Driver’s License or State issued identification) 7. Children must be accompanied by both parents or a notarized statement giving one parent permission to apply for the child’s passport must be submitted with a front and back copy of the consenting parent’s driver licenses. For further information contact Ronetta Taylor, MMC, City Clerk at: 305622-8000 ext. 2750, or email: rtaylor@miamigardens-fl.gov.
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Remembering when Mays Rams captured state baseball crown
Pictured are the 1957 Mays Rams Baseball Champions (l-r, kneeling) Lee Andrew Waters, L.J. Bohler, Jimmy Edgecomb, Emory Collier, Wilbert Bryant and Dennis Bohler; (standing) assistant baseball coach Rufus Tribble; Carl Hanna, business manager; Curtis Baker, Curtis Young, Nathaniel Russ, Bob Cunningham, Herbert Pratt, James Rolle, Harvey Cooper and head coach Earl Dinkins. (Photo courtesy of Harvey Cooper) –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
BY ALONZO HARDY
In the annals of Miami-Dade County sports history, Mays High School in Goulds (now Arthur and Polly Mays 6-12 Conservatory of the Arts) holds a special place. Under coach Earl Dinkins, with coach Rufus Tribble assisting him, the Rams won the school’s first and only state baseball championship in 1957. With the effective pitching of the Bohler Brothers — Dennis and L.J. — the Mays High Rams won the Florida Interscholastic Athletic Association State Baseball Tournament at Daytona Beach. In the first game, the Rams eliminated Cocoa Monroe High Wildcats by a score of
11-2 and in the second game the Rams defeated George Washington Carver High Fighting Eagles of Delray Beach by a score of 7-6. This was a tense moment. Emory Collier saved the day by hitting a two-run triple in the bottom of the 11th inning. It ended in a bunt by James Rolle, who was thrown out. The final game in which the opponent was Stanton High Blue Devils, was won by the Rams. The score was 12-1. In this game, Jimmy Edgecomb hit a double and a single, James Rolle hit a single, Herbert Pratt hit a double and L.J. Bohler a double. Excellent defenses were displayed by Harvey Cooper, Curtis Young, Nathaniel Russ and Wilbert Bryant.
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City of Miami Gardens Staff Directory
Name NAME Julie-Ann Smith Zachary Rinkins Sonja K. Dickens Sonja K. Dickens Ronetta Taylor Ronetta Taylor Danny Crew Danny Crichton Crew Renee Daniel Rosemond Daniel Rosemond Vernita Nelson Vernita Nelson Tasha TsashaiCodner Codner Sharon Ragoonan Shellie Ransom Jackson Patti Varney Patti Varney Mike Gabino Mike Gabino Taren Kinglee TarenPetty Kinglee Kara Jay Marder John Rebar O. Ruiz JayTom Marder Pam Thompson Tom Ruiz Ula Zucker-Williams Pam Thompson Matthew Boyd Matthew Boyd Hilary Marshall Hilary Marshall Tashek Hamlette Tashek Hamlette Lillie Q. Odom David Motola David Motola
Department E-mail DEPARTMENT E-MAIL Asst. to Mayor jsmith@miamigardens-fl.gov Assistant to Mayor zrinkins@miamigardens-fl.gov City Attorney sdickens@miamigardens-fl.gov City Attorney dickens@miamigardens-fl.gov City Clerk rtaylor@miamigardens-fl.gov City Clerk taylorr@miamigardens-fl.gov City Manager crewd@miamigardens-fl.gov City Manager crewd@miamigardens-fl.gov Deputy City Manager rcrichton@miamigardens-fl.gov Assistant City Manager drosemond@miamigardens-fl.gov Asst. City Manager drosemond@miamigardens-fl.gov Asst. CityCity Manager vnelson@miamigardens-fl.gov Assistant Manager vnelson@miamigardens-fl.gov KMGB Director codner@miamigardens-fl.gov KMGB Director codner@miamigardens0fl.gov Director. Building & Code sragoonan@miamigardens-fl.gov Director Building & Code ransom@miamigardens-fl.gov Finance Director pvarney@miamigardens-fl.gov Finance Director pvarney@miamiGardens-fl.gov Flood Plain Administrator mgabino@miamigardens-fl.gov Flood PlainResources/ Administrator mgabino@miamigardens-fl.gov Human Risk Director tkinglee@miamigardens-fl.gov Human Resources/Risk Director tkinglee@miamigardens-fl.gov Parks & Recreation Director kpetty@miamigardens-fl.gov Planning & Zoning Director jmarder@miamigardens-fl.gov Parks & Recreation Director jrebar@miamigardens-fl.gov Public Works Director truiz@miamigardens-fl.gov Planning & Zoning Director jmarder@miamigardens-fl.gov Procurement Manager pthompson@miamigarders-fl.gov Public Works Director truiz@maimigardens-fl.gov Events and Media Coordinator uzucker@miamigardens-fl.gov Procurement Manager pthompson@miamigardens-fl.gov Miami Gardens Police Chief Miami Gardens Police Chief Assistant to Council hmarshall@miamigardens-fl.gov Assistant to Council (Vice Mayor Campbell, Davis, D. Williams) Assistant to Council thamlette@miamigardens-fl.gov (Odom, D. Williams, Mayor Gilbert) hmarshall@miamigardens-fl.gov (Gilbert,toA.Council Williams, Robinson) Assistant Community Outreach Specialist (Ighodaro, Davis, A. Williams and Robinson) lodom@miamigardens-fl.gov thamlette@miamigardens-fl.gov Fleet Manager dmotols@miamigardens-fl.gov Fleet Manager dmotola@miamigardens-fl.gov
Main MAIN 305-622-8010 (305) 622-8000 Ext. 2761 305-622-8055 (305) 622-8055 305-622-8003 (305) 622-8003 305-622-8007 (305) 622-8007 305-622-8006 (305) 622-8005 305-622-8005 305-622-8008 (305) 622-8008 305-622-8009 (305) 622-8009 305-622-8018 (305) 622-8054 305-622-8000 Ext. 2780 (305) 622-8000 Ext. 2780 305-622-8039 (305) 622-8039 305-622-8030 (305) 622-8030 305-622-8080 305-622-8025 (305) 622-8000 Ext. 2528 305-622-8004 (305) 622-8025O. 305-622-8000 (305) 622-8004 Ext. 2490 305-622-8035 (305) 622-8000 Ext. 2490 305-474-1400 (305) 744-1400 Ext. 2793 305-622-8000 305-622-8000 (305) 622-8000 Ext. Ext. 2705 2793 305622.8000 (305) 622-8000ext Ext.2760 2705 (305) 622-8024 ext 1 (305) 622-8024 Ext. 1
City of Miami Gardens Mayor and Council’s Corner To contact your Council representatives, call 305-622-8010.
Mayor Oliver Gilbert III
Vice-Mayor Lisa C. Davis (Seat 2)
Councilwoman Lillie Q. Odom (Seat 1)
Councilman Rodney Harris (Seat 3)
Councilwoman Felicia S. Robinson (Seat 4)
Councilman Councilman David Williams, Jr. Dr. Erhabor Ighodaro (Seat 6) (Seat 5)
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Black History Showcase
A Night of Entertainment COME ENJOY PERFORMANCES BY PROGRAM YOUTH OF THE CITY OF MIAMI GARDEN’S PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT. THIS ANNUAL EVENT WILL TAKE PLACE AT THE BETTY T. FERGUSON RECREATIONAL COMPLEX.. WHO:
THE YOUTH OF THE CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS
WHAT:
LIVE PERFORMANCES AND SKITS TO HONOR BLACK AMERICANS THROUGHOUT HISTORY
WHEN:
FEBRUARY 28, 2012 AT 6:00PM – 8:00PM
WHERE:
BETTY T. FERGUSON RECREATION COMPLEX (AUDITORIUM) 3000 N.W. 199TH ST. MIAMI GARDENS, FL 33056
CONTACT:
RODNEY BEST, PARKS AND RECREATION DEPT. (305) 622-8080 RBEST@MIAMIGARDENS-FL.GOV
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Spring Camp Program The City of Miami Gardens Parks and Recreation Spring Camp Program provides an exciting structured program filled with indoor and outdoor recreational activities, special guests, arts and crafts, sporting tournaments, a spring camp blast event and much more! This year’s theme is: SPRING EXPLOSION 2013! For Miami Dade County Residents, the non-refundable registration fee is $5
and the program fee is $35 and $25 for additional siblings. For Non-Miami Dade County Residents, the non-refundable registration fee is $5 and the program fee is $45. Registration in the Spring Camp Program includes lunch and snack daily. If your child has not attended one of our Parks and Recreation programs, please supply a birth certificate at the time of registration. Spots are limited and fill up quickly; register your child today!
WHO:
CHILDREN AGES 5-12
WHAT:
SPRING CAMP PROGRAM
WHEN:
MARCH 25, 2013 – MARCH 29, 2013 MONDAY – FRIDAY FROM 7:30AM-6:30PM
WHERE:
A.J. KING, BRENTWOOD, BUCCANEER, BUNCHE, MYRTLE GROVE, NORWOOD, ROLLING OAKS AND SCOTT PARKS
CONTACT:
THE CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT 1515 NW 167TH STREET, BUILDING 6, SUITE 300 MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA 33169 (305) 622--8080
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Not too early to think about summer camp at Seaquarium
These youngsters get a closeup experience with sea turtles. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
BY MARITZA ARCEO-LOPEZ
With summer vacation only a few months away, parents are looking for exciting and innovative ways to keep their children engaged in education outside the classroom. Summer Camp 2013 at Miami Seaquarium offers students from kindergarten to high school the opportunity to learn about animal senses and behavior, environmental issues, and the relationship between humans and marine animals. Summer Camp 2013 at Miami Seaquarium will run from June 10 to Aug. 16 for campers ages 5 to 18 years. Summer activities for kids will focus on educational topics according to their grade level. This year’s themes are “Humans: Friends or Foe?,” “Do You Sea What I See?” and “SAVE.” Special pricing at Dolphin Harbor is available for parents who wish to enroll their campers in an unforgettable Dolphin Interaction program. Parents who have campers registered in grades 6-12 also
will have the opportunity to enroll their campers in a Reef Encounter (Sea Trek). Curriculum for each grade level at Summer Camp 2013 at Miami Seaquarium will revolve on a one-week schedule with additional weeks optional. Camp hours are Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with early and late care available for an additional charge. For Summer Camp enrollment or additional information, call 305-361-5705, ext. 298, 207, 526 or 520. Miami Seaquarium Summer Camp information and registration forms are available on the website at <www.miamiseaquarium.com>. Miami Seaquarium, South Florida’s most popular tourist attraction, is a familyoriented marine-life park open to the public 365 days a year. The park, located on the Rickenbacker Causeway at Virginia Key, provides visitors with a greater understanding and appreciation for marine life through shows, presentations and marine-life exhibits. More information on Miami Seaquarium is available at <www.miamiseaquarium.com>.
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Miami Gardens Calendar of Events FEBRUARY 2013 Town Hall Meeting Mt. Zion AME Church 15250 NW 22 Avenue Miami Gardens, FL @ 6pm - 8pm
FEBRUARY 6 Zoning Meeting 1515 NW 167 Street, Bldg. 5-200 Council Chambers @ 7pm
FEBRUARY 12 Miami Gardens Excellence in Education Council 1515 NW 167th Street, Bldg. 5-200 Council Chambers @ 6:00pm
FEBRUARY 20 FEBRUARY 18
Commission for Women Meeting 1515 NW 167 Street, Bldg. 5-200 Conference Room @ 6:30pm - 8:30pm
FEBRUARY 13 Special Master Hearing 1515 NW 167th Street, Bldg. 5-200 Council Chambers @ 9am - 3pm Junior Council 1515 NW 167 Street, Bldg. 5-200 Miami Gardens, FL Council Chambers @ 3:30 pm - 5:30pm City Council Meeting 1515 NW 167 Street, Bldg. 5-200 Miami Gardens, FL Council Chambers @ 7pm
FEBRUARY 14 A Visual Display: My Black History Deadline for submissions, for more information e-mail: tmullings@miamigardens.fl.gov or visit www.miamigardensmlk.com
Elderly Affairs Advisory 1515 NW 167 Street, Bldg. 5-200 Conference Room @ 3:00pm - 4:30pm
FEBRUARY 21 CITY OFFICES CLOSED
FEBRUARY 19 Caribbean Affairs Advisory 1515 NW 167 Street, Bldg. 5-200 Council Chambers @ 6pm
Nuisance Abatement Board 1515 NW 167 Street, Bldg. 5-200 Miami Gardens, FL. Council Chambers @ 5pm Parks & Rec. Advisory 1515 NW 167 Street, Bldg. 5-200 City Hall Conference Room Miami Gardens, FL @ 6:00pm
FEBRUARY 22 Strategic Planning Session Location TBA 8a - 5p *Tentative “A Visual D isplay: My Black History” Betty T. Ferguson Recreation Complex 3000 NW 199 Street, @6pm - 9pm For more information contact: (305) 622-8000 ext. 2483.
FEBRUARY 27 Special Master 1515 NW 167 Street, Bldg. 5-200 Council Chambers @ 9am - 3pm Junior Council 1515 NW 167 Street, Bldg. 5-200 Miami Gardens, FL Council Chambers @ 3:30pm - 5:30pm City Council Meeting 1515 NW 167 Street, Bldg. 5-200 Miami Gardens, FL Council Chambers @ 7pm
Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC) Police Department 1029 NW 163 Drive Miami Gardens, FL @ 7pm Councilman Rodney Harris’
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Miami Gardens Excellence in Education Council 1515 NW 167 Street, Bldg. 5-200 Chambers @ 6:00pm
Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC) Police Department 1020 NW 163 Drive Miami Gardens, FL @ 7pm
Nuisance Abatement Board 1515 NW 167 Street, Bldg. 5-200 Miami Gardens, FL Council Chambers @ 5pm Park & Rec. Advisory 1515 NW 167 Street, Bldg. 5-200 City Hall Conference Room Miami Gardens, FL @ 6:00pm
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Special Master Hearing 1515 NW 167 Street, Bldg. 5-200 Council Chambers @ 9am - 3pm
Caribbean Affairs Advisory 1515 NW 167 Street, Bldg. 5-200 Chambers @ 6:00pm
Junior Council 1515 NW 167 Street, Bldg. 5-200 Miami Gardens, FL Council Chambers @ 3:30m - 5:30pm
Elderly Affairs Advisory 1515 NW 167 Street, Bldg. 5-200 Conference Room @ 3:00pm - 4:30pm
City Council Meeting 1515 NW 167 Street, Bldg. 5-200 Miami Gardens, FL Council Chambers @ 7pm
Commission for Women Meeting 1515 NW 167 Street, Bldg. 5-200 Conference Room @ 6:30pm - 8:30pm
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MARCH 27 Special Master Hearing 1515 NW 167 Street, Bldg. 5-200 Council Chambers @ 9am - 3pm Junior Council 1515 NW 167 Street, Bldg. 5-200 Miami Gardens, FL Council Chambers @ 3:30pm - 5:30pm
City Council Meeting 1515 NW 167 Street, Bldg. 5-200 Miami Gardens, FL Council Chambers @ 7pm
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City of Miami Gardens Police Department Use these numbers to contact us
Operations Division Major Anthony Chapman . .305-474-1406 Broadcast Permits . . . . . . . .305-474-1406 School Crossing Guards Cheris Asberry . . . . . . . . . . .305-474-1526 Investigations Division Major Alan Mandelbloom . .305-474-1407 Captain Rafael Suarez . . . . .305-474-1430 Captain Alfred Lewers . . . .305-474-1420 Crime Watch . . . . . . . . . . . .305-474-1407 Victim Advocate . . . . . . . . .305-474-1490
Support Services Division Major Steve . . . . . . . . . . . . .305-474-1408 Captain Frank Trujillo . . . . .305-474-1516 Traffic Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . .305-474-1391 Off-Duty Employment . . . . 305-474-1412 False Alarm Questions . . . .877-665-2980 Red Camera Questions . . . .866-225-8875 Professional Compliance Unit Internal Affairs . . . . . . . . . .305-622-8059
Dial 911 for emergencies Non-Emergency Police Communications & Information (305) 474-MGPD (6473)
THE DONOWAY CENTER FOR CANCER TREATMENT AND PREVENTION Surgical Oncology Associates of South Florida Robert B. Donoway, M.D., F.A.C.S., F.S.S.O. Surgical Oncology & Breast Surgical Oncology Practice Specializing in Cancer of Breast, Pancreas, Liver, GI Tract, Melanoma, Sarcoma, Thyroid and Parathyroid, Cancer Prevention and Risk Assessment, Surgical Oncology, Breast Surgical Oncology, Endocrine, and Laparoscopic Surgery, Minimally Invasive Image Guided Tumor Surgery, Genetic Cancer Counseling
ROBERT B. DONOWAY, M.D. Medical Director Institute for Breast Cancer Prevention
21110 Biscayne Boulevard • Suite 400 • Aventura, FL 33180 3800 Johnson Street • Suite 400 • Hollywood, FL 33021 17884 N.W. 2nd Street • Pembroke Pines, FL 33029
Phone: 954.986.6366 • 305.682.4993 • Fax 954.986.4355 www.TheDonowayCenter.com
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