Miami Gardens News Oct/Nov 2012 by Community Newspapers

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OCT/NOV 2012

INSIDE THIS

ISSUE ••••••••• PINK COSTUME PARTY

••••••••• REOPENING CEREMONY OF 42 AVE. BRIDGE

••••••••• CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Miami Gardens’ New Mayor Takes Office t the August 14, 2012 General Election for the City of Miami Gardens, the voters overwhelmingly elected Oliver Gilbert to serve as their Mayor for the next four (4) years. Gilbert is no novice to public office; originally appointed in 2006, by then Mayor Shirley Gibson, Gilbert served an unexpired term in At-Large Seat Six until August 2008. In 2008, he qualified for At-Large Seat Six, and was resoundingly elected by the voters. That term ended 2010, and again Gilbert qualified and ran for re-election to At-Large Seat Six. In 2011, Gilbert announced his candidacy for Mayor of the City of Miami Gardens. Out of a field of eight candidates, Gilbert emerged as a strong frontrunner, a position he maintained throughout the campaign. Gilbert the second Miami Gardens Mayor was sworn into office, August 21, 2012. Gilbert is a lifelong resident of the City that is now Miami Gardens, the third-largest municipality in Miami-Dade County. Ultimately, Gilbert said he would like to build a Miami Gardens that would attract outsiders and locals to spend their recreational dollars inside the City. His goal is to build a community that is safe, that is economically viable and kid friendly. Mr. Gilbert’s first position after graduating from the University of Miami Law School, with honors in 2000, was as the legislative assistant to State Representative Dorothy Bendross-Mindingall. He has also served as an Assistant State Attorney in Broward County.

Mayor Gilbert currently serves as Chairman of the Miami Dade County Local Black Elected Officials and on the Executive Committee of the Miami Dade County League of Cities. Additionally, he is a member of North County Citizen’s Association; Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University National Alumni Association; the Sigma Alpha Chapter of

Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Incorporated; and Miami Fellows –Class V. He graduated from Miami Norland Senior High School; Florida A & M University. Oliver is the proud father of a five year old son, Oliver IV. Gilbert is currently of Counsel with the law firm of Greenspoon Marder.

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City of Miami Gardens Community Newspaper Editor –At-Large Vernita Nelson – vnelson@miamigardens-fl.gov Managing Editor Anthony Jackson Editor Tamilla Mullings – tmulligs@miamigardens-fl.gov If you have news or events that you would like to submit for consideration to be published in the Miami Gardens Community Newspaper, please email tmullings@miamigardens-fl.gov or call the Events & Media Department at (305) 622 – 8000 ext 2483

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COMMUNITY HAPPENINGS COMMUNITY PARKING LOT SALE

COMMUNITY HALLOWEEN EVENT

HAVE YOU HEARD! YOU HAVE A CHANCE TO SELL YOUR MERCHANDISE AT THE COMMUNITY PARKING LOT SALE. SO, DON’T CROWD THE CLOSETS AND THE GARAGE, GET RID OF YOUR CLUTTER. REGISTRATION INCLUDES ONE (1) PARKING SPACE AND ONE (1) TABLE. YOU MUST PROVIDE YOUR OWN CHAIRS AND TENTS ARE PERMITTED. PLEASE CALL (305) 622-8080 FOR MORE INFORMATION. WHO:

ALL CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS RESIDENTS

THIS IS THE CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS COMMUNITY HALLOWEEN EVENT WHICH WILL BE HELD AT MIAMI CAROL CITY RECREATIONAL CENTER ON OCTOBER 31ST, 2012. THE PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT WILL HAVE MUSIC, ARTS AND CRAFTS, CANDY, AND A FUN HAUNTED HOUSE FOR ALL PARTICIPATES AGES 5-12. THE EVENT WILL BEGIN AT 4:00PM AND END AT 6:30PM AND IT IS FREE TO THE PUBLIC. YOU ARE INVITED TO COME OUT DRESSED IN YOUR SCARIEST OR FUNNIEST COSTUMES AND ENJOY HALLOWEEN IN A FUN AND SAFE ENVIRONMENT.

WHAT:

BARGIN SHOPPING FOR ALL

WHO:

ALL CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS’ CHILDREN AGES 5-12

WHEN:

SAT., DECEMBER 1, 2012 AND SAT., MAY 25, 2013

WHAT:

COSTUME PARTY, HAUNTED HOUSE, ARTS AND CRAFTS, MUSIC, AND CANDY GIVE AWAY.

WHERE:

MIAMI CAROL CITY PARK RECREATION CENTER 18500 NW 32ND AVE, MIAMI GARDENS, FL 33056

WHEN:

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 31, 2012 FROM 4:00PM-6:30PM

TIME:

SELLERS 7:30A.M./OPEN TO THE PUBLIC AT 8:30AM–1:00PM

WHERE:

MIAMI CAROL CITY PARK RECREATION CENTER 18500 NW 32ND AVE, MIAMI GARDENS, FL 33056

COST:

$20 PER PARKING SPACE FOR COUNTY RESIDENTS $30 PER PARKING SPACE FOR NON-COUNTY RESIDENTS EACH ADDITIONAL TABLE WILL BE $5.00 EACH

COST:

FREE

CONTACT:

THE CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT 1515 NW 167TH STREET, BUILDING 6, SUITE 300 MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA 33169

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

KIDS DAY OFF (KDO) - FALL WHY ALLOW YOUR KIDS TO SIT AT HOME WHEN THEY CAN BE ACTIVELY INVOLVED WITH THEIR PEERS. THE CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT OFFERS A ONE (1) DAY CAMP DURING RECESS FOR CHILDREN AGES 5-12. THE CHILDREN WILL PARTICIPATE IN ARTS AND CRAFTS, INDOOR/OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES AND FIELD-TRIPS. KDO WILL BE OFFERED THROUGHOUT THE COURSE OF THE SCHOOL YEAR.

WINTER WONDERLAND CAMP PROGRAM THE CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS PARKS AND RECREATION WINTER WONDERLAND CAMP WILL BE OFFERED DURING WINTER RECESS FOR CHILDREN AGES 5-12. THE CHILDREN WILL PARTICIPATE IN EXCITING FIELDTRIPS, THEMED ARTS AND CRAFTS, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, AND A SNOW EVENT HELD DURING THE FIRST WEEK OF CAMP. REGISTRATION INCLUDES LUNCH AND A DAILY SNACK. THE COST FOR FIELD-TRIPS ARE NOT INCLUDED.

WHO:

SCHOOLAGE CHILDREN AGES 5-12

WHAT:

ONE DAY CAMP FOR SCHOOL RECESS DAY

IF YOUR CHILD HAS NOT ATTENDED ONE OF OUR PARKS AND RECREATION PROGRAMS, PLEASE PROVIDE A BIRTH CERTIFICATE AT THE TIME OF REGISTRATION. SPOTS ART LIMITED AND FILL-UP QUICKLY; REGISTER YOUR CHILD TODAY.

WHEN:

SEPTEMBER 17TH, SEPTEMBER 26TH, AND OCTOBER 26TH, 2012 FROM 7:30AM – 6:30PM

WHO:

SCHOOLAGE CHILDREN AGES 5-12

WHERE:

MIAMI CAROL CITY PARK RECREATION CENTER 18500 NW 32ND AVE, MIAMI GARDENS, FL 33056

WHAT:

WINTER WONDERLAND CAMP

WHEN:

COST:

$10 FOR COUNTY RESIDENTS AND ENROLLED IN THE SHINING STARS AFTER-SCHOOL CAMP (ASC); $20 IF NOT ENROLLED IN THE ASC PROGRAM.

DECEMBER 26TH, 27TH, 28TH , AND 31ST, 2012 AND JANUARY 2ND, 3RD, 4TH, 2013 FROM 7:30AM - 6:30PM

WHERE:

MIAMI CAROL CITY PARK RECREATION CENTER AND SCOTT PARK

COST:

$65 FOR COUNTY RESIDENTS AND $5 NON-REFUND ABLE REGIS TRATION FEE $75 FOR NON-COUNTY RESIDENTS AND $5 NON-REFUNDABLE REGISTRATION FEE.

CONTACT:

THE CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT 1515 NW 167TH STREET, BUILDING 6, SUITE 300, MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA 33169

$15 FOR NON-COUNTY RESIDENTS AND ENROLLED IN THE ASC PROGRAM; $25 IF NOT ENROLLED IN THE ASC PROGRAM. 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

(305) 622-8080

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COMMUNITY SECTION City partners with Miami Job Corps and Skansa USA Building, Inc. for citywide Employment Showcase

Skanska USA Building Inc. was proud to partner with Miami Job Corps and the City of Miami Gardens for the Showcase Job Fair held on July 25. This event highlighted the skilled and talented graduates of the Miami Job Corps with the goal of matching them with viable employment opportunities on the new City of Miami Gardens Municipal Complex Project. This state-of-the-art, LEED Platinum project is a great opportunity to make an economic impact in the community through job creation. Skanska is committed to optimizing employment opportunities in partnership with Miami Jobs Corps and the City of Miami Gardens. By helping to identify and facilitate contracting and employment opportunities for local residents/businesses, Skanska is doing their part in helping to stimulate the local economy. Since Skanska does not self perform the majority of work, job opportunities are primarily driven by trade subcontractors. The event was meant to facilitate and connect trade subcontractors with viable, skilled labor for the community. Eleven subcontractors participated as “exhibitors” in the event. Trades represented included plumbing, electrical, structural steel, drywall, painting, carpentry, and concrete. Over 40 job corps trainees participated, including 20-year-old Alatra Jones, who decided to join Miami Job Corps program because she was on a destructive path. Alatra was raised by her mother and grandmother in Overtown along with her younger sister and brother. At the

age of 16, Alatra was diagnosed with cancer of the tongue and it moved to her throat. Upon overcoming that situation, she experienced a short period of being homeless and living on the streets.

Despite these challenges, Alatra had all the internal tools within herself to be successful. She was a smart student at Booker T. Washington High; however, her time in the hospital fighting cancer caused her to fall behind in school leaving her unable to catch up in her studies. Alatra dropped out of high school despite having all the credits needed graduate. Alatra states one of the smartest decisions made she could make was enrolling into the Miami Job Corps program. Upon entering the program she has become a positive, mature, focus, and dedicated person. Within three months, she completed the requirements to earn a high school diploma through the Dade County Public School System. She is currently studying Painting. Her ultimate goal is to enlist into the Air Force. Alatra states her greatest strength is “the fear of failing”. Upon completing the Job Corps program and the City Hall project, she wants to move to Pittsburgh, PA to continue learning new experiences and take advantage of all life has to offer. Some of those in attendance at the job fair included Mayor Oliver Gilbert, ViceMayor Lisa Davis, Councilwoman Felicia Robinson; Miami Job Corps Director Willie Brown; Skanska USA’s Russ Sheppard and Nicole Heran; and Skanska partners Foster Construction, Garth Solutions Inc., and IMR Development. “The event was a wonderful example of what can happen when the City of Miami Gardens does business with companies that understand the importance of utilizing local human resources whenever possible states Gilbert.” The Construction of Miami Gardens’ Municipal Complex will have an extraordinary economic impact on the City Miami Gardens commercial portrait and it is great that Miami Gardeners will benefit.”

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COMMUNITY SECTION Reopening Ceremony of NW 42nd Avenue Bridge

The NW 42 Avenue Bridge is finally completed and was opened for vehicles, bicyclists, and pedestrians on July 30, 2012, with a bridge opening ceremony by the Honorable Mayor Shirley Gibson. Originally built in 1957, the bridge was not designed with pedestrian and bicycle access, nor did it meet today’s code with the American Disability Act (ADA). Also of concern was the existing profile of the old bridge. With a huge hump in the street, it blocked visibility from the roadway, creating a crossing pedestrian hazard; one which has now been corrected. In addition, the final inspection performed by the State was conducted on November 30, 2009, and rated the bridge, “FUNCTIONALLY ABSOLETE” according to the National Bridge Inventory. The crash reports available from Miami-Dade County and Miami Gardens Police Department were analyzed. The City knew that in order to address all safety issues, replacement of the bridge was the only solution. The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA) provided part funding for the bridge projects with Transportation Funding for the remaining portion. The NW 42 Avenue/NW 179 Street Bridge was

replaced for a total amount of $1,108,120, of which $837,300 from ARRA funding and $270,820 from City’s transportation funds. The bridge construction began in April 2010. In close proximity to Carol City Elementary School, the new bridge has created a safe and accessible crossing for students, parents, and residents. The new bridge includes a 6’ ft wide sidewalk on the west side of bridge and a 10’ ft wide shared-use by pedes-

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trians and bicyclists on east side of bridge. The bridge also has new realigned roadway, drainage, markings, signage, new guardrails/concrete barriers and slope erosion protection. All new bridge components adhere to current Florida Department of Transportation design standards. Finally, the City would like to thank the community for the support and for being patient during the construction where the pedestrian crossing remained opened throughout the bridge construction.

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City of Miami Gardens Staff Directory

Name NAME Julie-Ann Smith Lavar Franklin Sonja K. Dickens Sonja K. Dickens Ronetta Taylor Ronetta Taylor Danny Crew Danny Crew Renee Crichton 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 - TEMP lfranklin@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. City Manager vnelson@miamigardens-fl.gov Assistant City Manager vnelson@miamigardens-fl.gov KMGB codner@miamigardens-fl.gov KMGB Director 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 Plain Administrator mgabino@miamigardens-fl.gov Human Resources/ Risk Director tkinglee@miamigardens-fl.gov Human Resources/Risk Director tkinglee@miamigardens-fl.gov Parks & Recreation Director kpetty@miamigardens-fl.gov Planning & Zoning Director Director jmarder@miamigardens-fl.gov Parks & Recreation 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 Williams, Council Mayor Gilbert) thamlette@miamigardens-fl.gov (Odom, D. hmarshall@miamigardens-fl.gov (Gilbert, AssistantA.to Williams, Council Robinson) 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) 622-8010 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) 622-8004Ext. 2490 305-622-8035 (305) 622-8000 Ext. 2490 305-474-1400 (305) 744-1400Ext. 2793 305-622-8000 305-622-8000 (305) 622-8000Ext. Ext.2705 2793 305622.8000 extExt. 2760 (305) 622-8000 2705 (305) 622-8024 ext 1 (305) 622-8024 Ext. 1

City of Miami Gardens Mayor and Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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 Andre Williams (Seat 3)

Councilwoman Felicia S. Robinson (Seat 4)

Councilman Councilman David Williams, Jr. Dr. Erhabor Ighodaro (Seat 6) (Seat 5)

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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 Cherise 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)

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FYI SECTION Passport Processing Services for Your Convenience The City of Miami Gardens Office of the City Clerk is now offering convenient passport service to those businesses with ten (10) or more employees applying for first time passports. We will come to your place of business. We also provide this service inhouse for individuals, Monday thru Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., at Miami Gardens City Hall, 1515 NW 167th Street, Building 5, Suite 200, Miami Gardens, Florida. No appointment necessary. For first time passport applicants the following is required: • Completed DS 11 Passport Application without signature (must sign application in front of passport agent) • Proof of citizenship (original/certified copy of birth certificate or naturalization certificate) • One (1) current (no older than six

months) passport picture, which can be obtained from CVS or Walgreens Pharmacies •nAcceptable picture identification (Florida Driver’s License or State issued identification) • A check or money order in the amount of $25.00 for Execution Fee, made payable to the City of Miami Gardens • A check or money order in the amount of $110.00 for passport fee, made payable to US Department of State (if you are applying for both the passport book and passport card, the total amount of the check or money order should be $140.00) To take advantage of this great opportunity please contact: Ronetta Taylor, MMC, City Clerk at (305) 622-8003 or E-mail: taylorr@miamigardens-fl.gov Turn-around time to receive your new passport is four to six weeks.

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24-hour Mega Pet Adoption Event set for Tropical Park BY ALICE FISHER

It’s really big; it’s humongous; it’s colossal; it’s immense — and it’s every animal lover’s fantasy come true. Miami’s Mega Pet Adoption Event, sponsored by PetSmart Charities, will take place from Friday, Oct. 26, at 11:59 p.m., until Saturday night, Oct. 27, at 11:59 p.m. — without stopping — and will have more than 800 homeless animals eager to find a forever home. The marathon adoption of puppies and kitties will kickoff the festivities at midnight and then continue with the older animals for the rest of the 24-hour event. Who will you take home? The Humane Society of Greater Miami, Miami-Dade Animal Services, and The Cat Network, together with rescue groups from all over South Florida, will host the event at the covered Equestrian Center in Tropical Park, 7900 Bird Rd. in Kendall. This is a family affair with an entire Kid’s Festival, presented by the ASPCA, complete with rides and fun games for children of all ages.

There will be entertainment and refreshments offered by a variety of vendors and performers including Ballet Dance Exchange, Belly Motions Inc., Blood Centers of Florida, Canine Counselors, Carioca Capoeira Miami, DJ Uneeq, Doggie Bag Café Chefs, Dogzy Collars, Alex Murga & Ezpinaz, Game Time, Glamour by J’s, Gourmet Truck Expo, Grove Naturals, Hurricane Jumpers, Ice Cream Time, Live! Modern School of Music, Maria Verdeja School of Arts, Mary Lundberg Art, Natalia Dance Show-Cabaret, PetSmart, Yomo Essentials, and more. Admission to the park is free and complimentary parking is available in the park. “Our goal this year is to find homes for at least 600 deserving cats and dogs,” said Donna Tallon, executive director of the Humane Society of Greater Miami. “With the communities’ help, I am confident that we can do it!” For more information call Dani at 305749-1825, or send email to <dani@humanesocietymiami.org>.

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Miami Gardens Calendar of Events OCTOBER 2012 OCTOBER 3 Zoning Meeting Zoning Meeting 1515 NW 167 Street, bldg. 5-200 Council Chambers @ 7pm

@ 3:30pm-6pm City Council Meeting 1515 NW 167 Street, bldg. 5-200 Miami Gardens, FL Council Chambers @ 7pm

OCTOBER 8 COLUMBUS DAY

Special Master Red Light Hearing

MIAMI GARDENS OFFICES CLOSED

OCTOBER 9 Miami Gardens Excellence in Education Council 1515 NW 167 Street, bldg. 5-200 Council Chambers @ 6:00 p.m.

OCTOBER 10 Junior Council 1515 NW 167 Street, bldg. 5-200 Miami Gardens, FL Council Chambers

OCTOBER 15 Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC) Police Department 1020 NW 163 Drive Miami Gardens, FL @ 7pm

OCTOBER 16

Conference Room @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

OCTOBER 18 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

Caribbean Affairs Advisory 1515 NW 167 Street, bldg. 5-200 Council Chambers @ 6pm

OCTOBER 24

OCTOBER 17

Special Master Hearing 1515 NW 167 Street, bldg. 5-200 Council Chambers @ 9am – 3pm

Elderly Affairs Advisory 1515 NW 167 Street, bldg. 5-200 Council Chambers @ 3:00pm4:30pm Commission for Women Meeting 1515 NW 167 Street, bldg. 5-200

Junior Council 1515 NW 167 Street, bldg. 5-200 Miami Gardens, FL Council Chambers @ 3:30pm-6pm

Progressive Young Adult Meeting 1515 NW 167th Street, Bldg. 5- 200 (Small Conf. Rm.) Miami Gardens, FL @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm City Council Meeting 1515 NW 167 Street, bldg. 5-200 Miami Gardens, FL Council Chambers @ 7pm

OCTOBER 31 Special Master Hearing Code Cases 1515 NW 167 Street, bldg. 5-200 Council Chambers @ 9am – 3pm

HALLOWEEN

NOVEMBER 2012 NOVEMBER 6

NOVEMBER 13

NOVEMBER 20

NOVEMBER 28

City of Miami Gardens Run-Off Elections 7:00AM – 7:00PM Miami Gardens Excellence in Education Council 1515 NW 167 Street, bldg. 5-200 Council Chambers @ 6:00 p.m.

Miami Gardens Excellence in Education Council 1515 NW 167 Street, bldg. 5-200 Council Chambers @ 6:00 p.m.

Caribbean Affairs Advisory 1515 NW 167 Street, bldg. 5-200 Council Chambers @ 6pm

Special Master Hearing 1515 NW 167 Street, bldg. 5-200 Council Chambers @ 9am – 3pm

NOVEMBER 21

NOVEMBER 14

Elderly Affairs Advisory 1515 NW 167 Street, bldg. 5-200 Conference Room @ 3:00pm-4:30pm

Junior Council 1515 NW 167 Street, bldg. 5-200 Miami Gardens, FL Council Chambers@ 3:30p-5:30p *TENTATIVE*

NOVEMBER 7 Zoning Meeting 1515 NW 167 Street, bldg. 5-200 Council Chambers @ 7pm

NOVEMBER 8 Junior Council 1515 NW 167 Street, bldg. 5-200 Miami Gardens, FL Council Chambers @ 3:30pm-6pm City Council Meeting 1515 NW 167 Street, bldg. 5-200 Miami Gardens, FL Council Chambers @ 7pm

NOVEMBER 12 VETERAN’S DAY MIAMI GARDENS OFFICES CLOSED

Junior Council 1515 NW 167 Street, bldg. 5-200 Miami Gardens, FL Council Chambers @ 3:30pm-6pm 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 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

NOVEMBER 22

NOVEMBER 15 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

MIAMI GARDENS OFFICES CLOSED

NOVEMBER 23

NOVEMBER 19 Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC) Police Department 1020 NW 163 Drive Miami Gardens, FL @ 7pm

MIAMI GARDENS OFFICES CLOSED IN OBSERVANCE OF HOLIDAY

Progressive Young Adult Meeting 1515 NW 167th Street, Bldg. 5- 200 (Small Conf. Rm.) Miami Gardens, FL @ 6:00pm – 8:00pm

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Prostate Cancer: The second leading cause of death in men BY SANJAY RAZDAN, MD, MCH

According to the American Cancer Society, more than 241,000 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in the United States this year, and more than 28,000 men will die of the disease. With these startling statistics, it is important for men and their families to be aware of the disease, understand who is most at risk and what they can do today to lower their chances of battling prostate cancer. What is prostate cancer? Prostate cancer refers to abnormal cells in the prostate gland, which is part of the male reproductive system. The prostate is situated just below the bladder and in front of the rectum. A normal prostate is about the size of a walnut. Who is at risk for prostate cancer? Prostate cancer can affect men of any age but it is most common in men over the age of 50. Eight out of 10 men who suffer from prostate cancer are over the age of 65. African-American men are at higher risk as well as men with a family history of the disease. Men who eat a high-fat diet or who are obese also may have increased chances of getting prostate cancer. What can be done to lower the risk of getting the disease? While researchers continue to study the effect of diet and other lifestyle factors on a man’s risk of developing prostate cancer, there are some changes that may be associated with a decreased risk of the disease. Men are encouraged to eat a diet low in fat, especially animal fat, and include more fruits and vegetables. According to the National Cancer Institute, studies show that a diet high in dairy products and calcium also may be linked to an increased risk of prostate cancer, although the increase may be small. What are the symptoms of prostate cancer? In most cases, early stage prostate cancer does not produce any symptoms, but they may begin to appear as the cancer grows. Symptoms include: Difficulty starting to urinate;

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2013 Nissan 370Z Coupe is fast and fun to drive Grant Miller Car Corner The 2013Nissan 370Z is a brilliant sports car. The 3.7 liter engine produces a unique sound and enables it to accelerate from 0-60 in 5.2 seconds. What I am trying to say is that this is one fast car and an enjoyable one to drive, especially with the six-speed manual transmission. The 370Z Coupe has a fresh look for 2013 with the addition of a revised front fascia with vertical LED daytime running lights, a red reflector added to the rear fascia and new wheels – 18-inch aluminumalloy wheels for the 370Z and 370Z Touring and revised 19-inch aluminum-alloy wheels for models equipped with the Sport Package. Other 2013 enhancements include red brake calipers and Euro-tuned sport shock absorbers on Sport Packageequipped models; a new dark-finish fuel gauge trim and two new exterior colors – Magma Red and Midnight Blue. The iconic 370Z Coupe continues as one

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