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‘Mow and Go’ program gives neighborhoods a boost

BY GARY ALAN RUSE program initiated by the Palmetto Bay Village Council in September 2008 is helping to improve public safety and prevent further decline in property values in neighborhoods where home foreclosures have left houses and yards essentially abandoned and neglected. Called “Mow and Go,” most of the emphasis and costs are involved with pools that are unfiltered, untreated and slimy breeding grounds for mosquitoes, algae and bacteria, as well as a drowning risk for neighborhood children. The program also clears the “jungles” caused by untended and overgrown yards, which not only makes those areas look better, it helps ensure that troubled property values don’t slide even more. Bill Kress, public information officer for the Village of Palmetto Bay, said that they needed this emergency ordinance to allow them immediate and legal access to properties for “Mow and Go” and to drain, clean, and enclose pool areas. “Two private contractors were initially hired following adoption of the emergency ordinance,” Kress said. “Then we obtained ongoing services through the bidding process to keep the program going.” Kress explained that from the start of the program in mid-September to Oct. 1, the initial expense was $19,150, most of which went to the pool health and safety component. Initially there were about 30 homes needing work and that number has remained fairly constant since as some homes have been sold to new owners who have assumed maintenance duties, others have gone into foreclosure and

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It’s important to buy locally BY GRANT MILLER

Pictured is the Miami-Dade Water and Sewer Department’s pump station for “Basin B” in Palmetto Bay, currently under construction and part of the planned infrastructure improvements for the area. Since it is adjacent to the old Neighbors Supermarket property that will become the new, permanent Village Hall, architectural renderings of the overall site depict a tower structure designed to “beautify” the lowly pump station and make it blend in better. (Photo by Gary Alan Ruse)

are abandoned. The final ordinance was put in place in November 2008, providing $65,000 for the budget year to pay for maintenance of these homes. Kress said that since Oct. 1, 2008, the beginning of the fiscal year, through Feb. 23, the village has spent $3,035 of the total $65,000 allocated to fund the lot maintenance program, less than 5 percent of program funding. With the

approach of the rainy season, they expect a slight increase in costs. But this is not money lost. “The village has managed to recoup its investment in the temporary upkeep of these homes by the liens placed by the village on these respective homes,” Kress said. “As the home

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BUY LOCAL, from page 1 ––––– the national chain store for our needs and take advantage of what look to be lower prices. But, in the long run, the money saved at Marshall’s or Target may cost us far more in than the immediate gains. The American Independent Business Alliance, a nonprofit group that promotes communities through strong local economies, lists the following 10 reasons to spend your money at local businesses: • Buying local supports you and your family. When you buy from an independent locally owned business, significantly more of your buying dollar stays in the community and is used to make purchases from other local businesses. • When you buy from local businesses, you’re supporting local nonprofits. Studies show that small business owners give an average of 250 percent more dollars in donations to local nonprofits than do large businesses. • Buying locally keeps your community unique. Where we shop, where we eat and have fun all makes our community home. Local businesses give a distinctive character to a place and add to quality of life. • Reduce your environmental impact. Local businesses buy more from local suppliers, resulting in less wasted fossil fuel for deliveries from distant sources. And by shopping in the community you’ll contribute less to sprawl, congestion, habitat loss and pollution. Walking instead of driving to a store also saves you money. • Local business creates more good jobs. Small local businesses are the largest employer nationally and the jobs they offer create stronger links to our communities. Would you rather see your son or daughter work at a local store where they might get valuable personal employer referrals, or at an impersonal national chain store check-

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Kress said that the typical cost of lot maintenance and installation of a pool enclosure is $875 per house. Just maintaining the yards costs on average about $75-$90 per home, but it has gone as high as $175-$200 for larger, more out of control lots. About two-thirds of the homes identified as foreclosed and needing attention have had unsafe, uncovered pools.

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It’s time for the JDRF Garage Sale once again Michael Miller EXECUTIVE EDITOR

AROUND TOWN Paula Palm writes to tell us that the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) is having its yearly garage sale again, on Saturday April 4, 2009, at 8895 SW 152nd Street in Palmetto Bay. It runs from 8:00 a.m. (no early birds) to 2:00 p.m. “This is the seventh annual sale for this great cause,” says Paula, who has spearheaded this important drive each year. “Every cent raised at this event is donated to the South Florida Chapter of JDRF. All expenses are covered by volunteers, friends, neighbors, donors and a lot of caring people. The community support is overwhelming and we are asking for your help once again.” She says that everyone’s help is needed for merchandise to sell: “Clean out your closets, your garage,

those kitchen cabinets and even those nuts, bolts, and screws that you thought you may need someday. Yard tools and lawn equipment are big sale items. Do you have children? They must have outgrown some of their treasures since last year. We Do Not accept refrigerators, stoves and old tube computers. In other words we don’t have a wrecking crew to dispose of the hard to dispose of merchandise at the end of the day.” They also need volunteers (reliable ones) there at 6:15 a.m. to carry all the merchandise to the display area before shoppers arrive. For more info please call Paula Palm at 305-252-2455. They will be accepting merchandise through March 31. This is quite an event, so please do what you can to help out this worthwhile cause. All newspapermen were eyeing the demise of the 146-year-old Seattle PostIntelligencer, which published its last printed edition on Tuesday, March 17, leaving the Seattle Times as the only newsprint daily in that city market. Hearst Corporation’s P-I thus began the nation’s

first Internet-only daily on March 18. (To see what “the future” holds print wise, put the full P-I name in your Internet search window and click on-line). Word we get is that Kendall Federation of Homeowner Associations may soon hold a community press panel to explore effects of disappearing print journalism. Concerns are increasing about local news coverage and government watch-dogging as dailies continue to go digital. Most of us inkstained wretches are already on-line, of course, but the question persists about the extent and reliability of on-screen investigative reporting. Mary Williams wonders how the Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) will “squeeze” Metrorail underneath the Palmetto overpass to extend the busway corridor to SW 104th Street corner without blocking SW 98th Street, the only easy access into the Dice Park-Continental Park area without waiting out traffic at Kendall Drive or SW 104th Street. A summer ‘07 traffic study said ‘twas possible but Transit honchos are keep-

ing the site plan in the vault to protect “homeland security.” New Killian Library is a “go” after County Commission okayed the six-acre land purchase at the corner of SW 87 Avenue and SW 112th Street following a re-huddling of ownership and Dade County Parks & Recreation to reduce original price tag on the parcel, just as Commish Katy Sorenson moved several weeks ago. Project to combine a passive park and branch library in “Open Space” concept should now move forward with planning and bidding details to be announced soon, we’re reliably informed. Thought of the Day: The only thing I can’t stand is discomfort. — Gloria Steinem Gary Alan Ruse and Richard Yager contributed to this column. Got any tips? Contact me at 305-6697355, ext. 249, or send e-mail to <Michael@communitynewspapers.com>.

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Marketing South Florida is our No. 1 responsibility R. Kenneth Bluh KENNETH’S COMMENTARY I promised myself that I would not write one more column about the proposed Marlins’ ballpark. However, the words and actions of our elected officials, both in the City of Miami and the county commission, makes it impossible for me to keep my mouth shut. How dare the mayor of Miami say that the voters of our community are not entitled to vote on the proposed ballpark? He says the money is “not” taxpayer money, but money that is collected from visitors to our city. Mayor Diaz says that we elected our officials to determine how and when CRA and bed tax dollars are spent and it isn’t necessary for them to ask us for permission to build a ballpark. The $500 million-plus to finance millionaire Jeffrey Loria’s ballpark is projected to come from three sources: CRA

money, bed tax money and money invested by the Florida Marlins. Community Redevelopment Agencies (CRAs) are created to keep tax dollars within the CRA’s boundaries and prevent it from being used to finance projects in other areas. When a CRA is created we count the amount of dollars currently being collected within the area and dedicate all future dollar growth for investment within its boundaries. How does this create dollars for a ballpark or other project? First, the boundaries of the CRA are redrawn to include the area in which the stadium or other projects are to be constructed. In politics this is called gerrymandering: manipulating boundaries to meet the needs of a specific elected official (in this case the Florida Marlins) and not necessarily for the benefit of the community. Bed tax dollars are moneys collected from visitors to Greater Miami when they stay in our hotels, eat in our restaurants or have a drink. The tax dollars are dedicated to promote tourism and also may be used to build sport facilities in our community. However, we have a problem: the poor economy is keeping too many

VIEWPOINT hotel rooms empty. Tourists are not coming to Miami in the numbers we need to keep our community afloat. Say what you want, tourism is still the backbone of our community. When visitor numbers are down, unemployment is up. The question is: Do we promote our community or build a ballpark with our bed tax dollars? We must market ourselves in South America and Europe. Out of sight is out of mind. We must keep South Florida in the eyes and minds of the tourist who can quickly forget us and fly to Atlanta and New York for their next vacation. Tourism is down so we must spend every dollar that is available on marketing. I remember well an old college professor saying that when sales are down, cut back on all spending and put the saved dollars into advertising. That is what we must do with our bed tax dollars.

CRA money? Any elected official who votes to jerry-rig the boundaries other than for the benefit of the residents of the original area, should be recalled from office. As a matter of fact, any and all elected officials who vote for financing the Marlins’ ballpark, as currently proposed in this recession, should be recalled from office by the voters of Miami-Dade. The ballpark? Let Loria build it today with his own money or wait till our economy recovers before tax dollars are even considered.

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Al Sunshine 4 YOUR MONEY As if the recession itself isn’t bad enough, crooks are now taking advantage of it to dupe the most vulnerable among our population, dusting off their old scams and coming up with some new ones. This is prompting urgent warnings from state and federal authorities. The latest unemployment scams include offers to help laid-off workers file for unemployment benefits, charging them extra fees to supposedly help them look for jobs. Florida prosecutors and the Florida Agency for Workforce Innovation now are sending out important advisories, informing anyone looking for a job that they don’t need to pay extra fees to be considered for a new job or to apply for unemployment benefits. Florida prosecutors say in most cases the companies offering help only are interested in getting your personal identification for an “identity theft” scam. At the same time, they may offer to sell you a listing of “job openings” which may be nothing more than an old printout from the state job site that you can get for free. Remember, most legitimate employment agencies get paid by companies to find qualified employees. Job seekers themselves usually are never charged for being listed on

legitimate employment sites. President Obama’s $787 billion economic stimulus plan also is getting a lot of interest from the scammers. As a result, the Federal Trade Commission has put out a national alert. The agency is warning about the growing number of unsolicited emails, letters, and telephone calls offering to help deposit stimulus money directly into your bank accounts. The crooks will then obtain access to your account information and withdraw however much of your money they can before you realize you’ve been ripped off. Some old scams also are being revived. Contractor fraud is hitting consumers hard as they agree to thousands of dollars in home repairs, pay crooked contractors hefty down payments and never hear back from them. Always ask for references and background checks with local building departments before signing any contracts or give any deposits. Advanced-fee loan scams are another popular ripoff of which to be aware. They offer desperate consumers “alternative loan sources.” However, you first have to fill out all the paperwork and pay a hefty “processing fee” that could be $1,000 or more. They promise you’ll qualify; you fork over the money and then you realize that you’ve been scammed and never will get your loan or your processing fee back. Always be wary of requests for large upfront fees and down payments and keep alert about possible recession “opportunists” and scammers.

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BY ROBERT HAMILTON Paradise Memorial Funeral Home, located at 14545 Carver Dr. in Richmond Heights, was awarded the Beautification Award for the month of March from the Economic Development Council (EDC) of South Miami-Dade. Chairman Ed MacDougall and Frieda Brown, vice president of TotalBank, presented the award to Vanessa Dawson, wife of owner and former Major League Baseball player Andre Dawson, during the EDC’s general membership meeting on Mar. 10. The Economic Development Council Beautification Award program was designed to promote awareness of business owners’ pride in their establish-

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Attorneys lobby Congress to change bankruptcy law BY LEE STEPHENS Palmetto Bay attorneys Michael Frank and James Schwitalla joined fellow members of the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys (NACBA) from around the country as they met in Washington, DC, on Feb. 9 and 10 for training and discussions with members of Congress about the “Helping Families Save Their Homes in Bankruptcy Act of 2009” and companion bills that have been introduced in the House of Representatives and Senate. “We went to Washington to educate Congresswoman Ileana Ros-Lehtinen and Congressman Lincoln Diaz-Balart about the urgent need for them to support House Bill 200, which would allow bankruptcy judges to lower the balances of a family’s home mortgages to the value of the home,” said Schwitalla, a practicing bankruptcy attorney for 18 years and a Palmetto Bay resident since 1997. “It would also allow them, in many

cases, to reduce the interest rate, convert adjustable rates to fixed and extend the amortization period. Altogether, it will help tens of thousands of South Floridians save their homes who would otherwise lose them to foreclosure,” he added. “That’s right,” said Frank, a bankruptcy attorney for more than 28 years, a Palmetto Bay resident since 1997 and coach of Palmetto Bay Broncos football since 1994. “Everyday, I consult with individuals and families that were tricked into signing mortgages that they didn’t really understand, that included very unfavorable terms and whose home mortgage payments increased drastically as a result of variable rate provisions and changes in escrow for taxes and insurance. “These same people are now being victimized again by unscrupulous socalled ‘mortgage modification specialists’ and ‘foreclosure prevention companies,’ most of whom charge illegal fees up front, even though state law prohibits that in most circumstances.”

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Bankruptcy attorneys (l-r) Michael Frank, Jeff Tromberg, James Schwitalla and Pelayo Duran meet with Congresswoman Ileana Ros-Lehtinen on Feb. 10 in Washington, DC, to discuss House Bill 200 and Senate Bill 61 that would allow bankruptcy judges to modify home mortgages. –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

The bills that Frank and Schwitalla traveled to Washington, DC, to promote, HR 200 and S. 61, would allow bankruptcy judges to modify mortgages on a homeowner’s principal place of residence, as is currently allowed on all other types of secured debts, such as cars, trucks, boats, and commercial real estate. “We modify secured debts every day in bankruptcy court, but there was a provision put in the bankruptcy code in 1978, an anti-modification provision, that prevents us from doing the same thing for peoples’ homes,” Schwitalla said. “The rationale for the anti-modification provision no longer exists,” Frank said. “The only thing it is doing now is causing families to lose their homes, flooding the market with empty houses and driving down the value of all real

estate for everyone, even for the homes of people who aren’t upside down. Until congress acts and passes this law, foreclosures across the nation, and here in South Florida especially, will continue.” Realtytrac, a service that tracks foreclosure trends and statistics reported that in 2008 there were 3,157,806 foreclosures. “That is more than 60,700 foreclosures a week,” Schwitalla added. “In the two minutes it takes a reader to read this article, another 12 foreclosures will have been filed. If Congress doesn’t stabilize the housing market by stopping foreclosures, they can print all the money they want to throw at the problem and it won’t help. The beauty of House Bill 200 and Senate Bill 61 is that is will cost the American taxpayer nothing.”

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EDC of South Miami-Dade to sponsor free workshop In response to the down economy, the Economic Development Council of South Miami-Dade Inc. (EDC) will sponsor a free workshop on Friday, Mar. 27, at the EDC’s offices, 900 Perrine Ave. in Palmetto Bay. Registration will begin at 8:30 a.m. The focus of this workshop will be “how to grow your business.” Representatives from the EDC, Beacon Council, Florida Department of Financial Services and the Small Business Administration, among others, will be on hand. To ensure inclusion in the workshop, make your reservation by Thursday, Mar. 26. Seats are limited to the first 50 who RSVP. You can RSVP either by calling 305378-9470 or sending email to <info@edcsouthdade.com>. EDUCATOR TO LEAD DISCUSSION ON SELECTING RIGHT PRESCHOOL Educator and author Dr. Janet Stone will lead a discussion for parents whose children are about to enter an early childhood program on Thursday, Mar. 26, 7:30 p.m., at the Dave and Mary Alper JCC, 11155 SW 112 Ave. In “Selecting the Right Preschool,” Dr. Stone addresses topics ranging from age-

appropriate equipment in and out of the classroom to a school’s philosophy on dealing with behavioral issues. The free program is open to the community. For information and reservations, call 305-217-9000, ext. 301. EASTER BUNNY AND DESPEREAUX TEAM UP FOR EVENT AT THE FALLS The Easter Bunny and the Simon Kidgits Club will team up this year with Despereaux, the little mouse with the big heart, to make this Easter season at The Falls, located at S. Dixie Highway (US 1) and SW 136th Street, one to remember. For starters, everyone is invited to get a professional picture taken with the Easter Bunny until Saturday, Apr. 11, during mall hours. Attendees also will have the opportunity to enjoy The Falls Petting Zoo on Saturday, Mar. 28, from noon to 2 p.m. This year the Easter Bunny will be joined by Despereaux, the heroic little mouse who embarks on a noble quest that leads to discovery, courage, honor and, ultimately, redemption. The Simon Kidgits Club will be hosting a spring event where children can watch preview scenes from The Tale of Despereaux DVD, receive custom coloring sheets and win great prizes.

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issues, this ethnically diverse ensemble is composed of some of the most talented kids in South Florida. Ticket prices are $10 for general seating and $30 for preferred seating. To purchase tickets for this production or for more information on Voices United, call 305726-4822, send email to <Katie@voicesunited.org> or visit <www.voicesunited.org>.

CHILDREN CAST, WRITE, PERFORM AN ORIGINAL MUSICAL PRODUCTION Voices United presents Lost and Found, an original musical production conceived, written, produced by and featuring 90 children between ages 6 and 18, on Friday, Mar. 27, and Saturday, Mar. 28, 7:30 p.m., at the Ashe Auditorium in the Hyatt Regency Hotel, 400 SE Second Ave. in downtown Miami. Tackling several social and cultural

LYNYRD SKYNYRD’S ARTIMUS PYLE IN CONCERT AT FRUIT & SPICE PARK Miami-Dade Park’s Fruit and Spice Park will host Artimus Pyle, the legendary Lynyrd Skynyrd drummer and 2006 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee, on Saturday, Mar. 28, from noon until 6 p.m., at the park, 24801 SW 187 Ave. in Homestead.

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Free community workshop reveals how to slash thousands off the high cost of college, even if you think you make too much money to qualify for financial aid.

On Thursday, March 26th, 6:30 pm, at Pinecrest Community Center @ Pinecrest Gardens, Peter Ratzan, M.B.A., a local college planner and former high school teacher will conduct a free workshop on how to cope with the ever-increasing costs of college. Seating is limited. Topics to be covered include: • How even millionaires can save 25% off the cost of college; • The “double secret” formula used to determine how much financial aid you will receive; • The “dirty little secret” about Bright Futures and Florida Pre-paid; • How to triple your chances of free scholarships and grants; and • Much more.

Register either by calling 786 522 5566 or by visiting www.CollegePlanningAdvice.com/events. Limited amounts of Ratzan’s new book, Never Pay Retail for College will be given away (retail value - $19.95).

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Attendees will have the opportunity to enjoy listening to Lynyrd Skynyrd classics as well as the work of local bands such as the Unusual Suspects and the Strictly Business Blues Band as well as great food, refreshments and the Fruit and Spice Park amenities. Tickets are $35 and are on sale through Ticketmaster and at the Fruit and Spice Park. No coolers, pets or folding chairs are allowed. GREATER MIAMI JEWISH FEDERATION SEEKING PHONE-A-THON VOLUNTEERS The Greater Miami Jewish Federation is seeking volunteers for is largest annual fundraiser, Super Sunday, on Mar. 29. From 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. on this day, volunteers of all ages will come to the Greater Miami Jewish Federation’s Stanley C. Myers Building, 4200 Biscayne Blvd., to call Jewish households across Miami and ask for donations to the 2009 Federation/UJA Campaign. Three hour shifts are available for volunteers at Super Sunday and community service hours can be logged. Childcare will be offered for parents, and teen volunteers are welcome. The funds raised at Super Sunday will

help respond to the increasing demands from needy families and individuals who are requesting services from the Federation’s partner agencies in Miami and around the world. To sign up, call 786-866-8416 or visit online at <www.JewishMiami.org>. ROTARY CLUB OF CORAL GABLES TO HONOR DAVID LAWRENCE JR. The Rotary Club of Coral Gables will present its fourth annual Coral Gables Martin Hughes Citizen of the Year Award to David Lawrence Jr., chair of the Children’s Trust of Miami-Dade and president of the Early Childhood Initiative Foundation, on Thursday, Apr. 2, during a luncheon at the Westin Colonnade Hotel, 180 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables. Since 2006, this award has been presented to Coral Gables residents who have distinguished themselves for an extended period of time in service to the community. Recipients must have lived in the city of Coral Gables for five years, be involved in several different fields of community service, have contributed for more than one year, and whose contributions are generally recognized. The Rotary Club of Coral Gables meets every Thursday at 12:15 p.m. at the Westin Colonnade Hotel. To learn more about the organization, call Terry Long at 305441-8063.

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LEARN MORE ABOUT LSS DURING FREE LOCAL SEMINAR There will be a free seminar where the public can learn more about lumbar spinal stenosis (LSS), the narrowing of the spinal canal in the lumbar region, the lower part of the spine, on Thursday, Apr. 2, 5 p.m., at the Baptist Hospital Auditorium, 8900 N. Kendall Drive. During the seminar, Dr. Sergio Gonzalez-Arias will talk about the disease, which is estimated to affect more than 1.4 million Americans, its symptoms and its treatments. It surfaces as a setback as a result of the gradual result of aging and “wear and tear” on the spine. As more than 100 million U.S. citizens will be considered boomers and beyond by 2010, the number of people affected by LSS will climb significantly during the next decade. GOLFERS, SPONSORS NEEDED FOR ROTARY CHARITY GOLF CLASSIC Golfers and sponsors are needed for the 32nd annual Miami Dadeland Pinecrest Rotary Charity Golf Classic to be played on Friday, Apr. 3, at the Miccosukee Golf and Country Club, 6401 Kendale Lakes Dr. in Kendall. Registration, which costs $175 for individuals and $600 for foursomes, will begin at 11 a.m. Lunch will be served

courtesy of Papichi, and an 18-hole shotgun start, four person scramble begins at 12:30 p.m. Registration includes green fees/cart, a player appreciation package, lunch and buffet dinner plus spouse invitation to dinner. Following dinner, there will be an auction, raffle and awards will be presented. Sponsorships range from $5,000 to $175. Auction items and raffle prizes also are needed. Proceeds benefit graduating seniors, who hope to further their education. To get more information and a brochure, contact the event chair, Barry Simons, at 305-670-7020 or via email at <barry@barrysimons.com> ‘SHOP ‘N’ ROCK’ SIDEWALK SALE AT OLD CUTLER TOWNE CENTER This year’s “Shop ‘N’ Rock” Sidewalk Sale will take place on Saturday, Apr. 4, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., at the Old Cutler Towne Center, located at SW 204th Street and Old Cutler Road. This year’s sale will feature the live rock ‘n’ roll music of Breaktime, as well as food, drinks and free massages. For information, call Dr. Rogg at 305251-HEAL or stop by the Natural Healing Center.

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JUNGLE ISLAND SCHEDULES SPRING CAMP, APR. 6-10 This year’s Jungle Island Spring Camp will be conducted for children ages 5-12 from Apr. 6 to 10. During the week, kids will get a chance to encounter some of the island’s feathered friends, remarkable reptiles and cute, cuddly mammals. Plus, they’ll see spectacular shows like “Winged Wonders,” “Lifestyles of the Cute & Creepy,” “Tale of the Tiger” and “Gator X-treme.” Campers will be provided with a Jungle Island T-shirt, Kodak photo, plus daily hot snack and lunch from the Lakeside Café. The program runs daily from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m., and a late care program is offered until 5 p.m. for an additional fee. The weekly rate is $199, $180 for annual pass members; the daily rate is $55, $49 for annual pass members. For more information for spring and summer camps, contact 305-400-7221, 305-400-7242 or by email at <education@jungleisland.com>. AHVAT OLAM PASSOVER SECOND NIGHT SEDER OPEN TO PUBLIC Ahavat Olam, a synagogue in Kendall that embraces all Jews and interfaith fam-

ilies, will host a second night seder on Thursday, Apr. 9, 6 p.m., at Roasters ‘n’ Toasters, 9465 S. Dixie Hwy. in the Dadeland Plaza Shopping Center in Pinecrest. The seder will be led by Rabbi Danny Marmorstein and includes a complete dinner with a choice of chicken or beef. The cost is $40 per person and anyone can attend. Telephone 305-412-4240 or send email to <members@ahavatolam.org>. ‘CRUISE FOR CRITTERS’ MOTORCYCLE RIDE TO BENEFIT ANIMAL SERVICES The Miami-Dade Animal Services Department and Commissioner Jose “Pepe” Diaz invite motorcycle enthusiasts to participate in its Second Annual “Cruise for Critters” police-escorted motorcycle ride on Sunday, Apr. 5, beginning at the Animal Services Shelter, 7401 NW 74 St. in Medley, and ending at Scotty’s Landing, 3381 Pan American Dr. in Coconut Grove. This motorcycle ride will give residents the opportunity to support shelter pets, have a wonderful cruising experience, enjoy a live band at the restaurant; participate in raffles, silent auctions, mobile adoptions and more. Registration for this event is $20 per motorcycle, which includes an event T-shirt while supplies last. Additional T-shirts are available for $10. Interested adopters must be at least 18 years old and have current pets registered

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and vaccinated. Adoption fees apply. Donations of dog and/or cat rubber toys that can be disinfected are appreciated and will be accepted at the door. For a complete wish list, visit online at <www.miamidade.gov/animals>. JUNGLE ISLAND WILL HOST 20TH ANNUAL TRADITIONAL EASTER EGGSTRAVAGANZA Jungle Island will celebrate its 20th annual traditional Easter Eggstravaganza from Friday, Apr. 10, to Sunday, Apr. 12, including a brunch on Sunday. At the Eggstravaganza, visitors can enjoy the Coconut Tree Climb, Bounce Houses, animal shows and daily egg hunts benefiting the Parent Academy. Prizes, contests and lots of marshmallow peeps will be available. The cost of admission alone for adults is $29.95 and children ages 3-10 of South Florida residents will be admitted for $5 each with this adult purchase. Adults who, in addition to gaining admission to the park, wish to attend Easter Brunch in the TreeTop Ballroom from 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., must pay $45 plus tax for themselves and $21 plus tax for their children, ages 3-10. Annual pass holders who only wish to attend the brunch must pay $25 plus tax for themselves and $16 plus tax for their children, ages 3-10. Reservations are requested; to make one, call 305-4007203.

‘CANE RECORDS HOSTS RECORD RELEASE PARTY FOR NEW ARTIST ‘Cane Records, the University of Miami’s student-run record label, will be hosting a record release party for its new recording artist, Kyle Crossland, on Apr. 17, 8:30 p.m., on the rooftop of the MAC Building located at 5960 SW 57 Ave. Attendees will have the opportunity to enjoy a performance by Kyle Crossland, check out artwork presented by local artists and purchase an autographed copy of the Kyle Crossland EP. The Kyle Crossland EP is Crossland’s debut release and will feature five of his most popular songs. The EP will be available for purchase both online and in various record stores in the Miami area on Apr. 13. The Kyle Crossland EP will be the label’s 20th release. More information about ’Cane Records can be found at <www.canerecords.com>. SOUTH FLORIDA WORKFORCE EXTENDS OPERATION HOURS South Florida Workforce is extending its normal business hours st its Career Centers. The new hours of operation are Monday-Thursday, 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. By extending the hours of operation, Career Centers will be able to increase

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access to vital services that include, but are not limited to: help in filing unemployment compensation claims, job search tools, resume assistance and career development seminars. JACKSON HEALTH OFFERS MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT The Jackson Memorial Mental Health Hospital will offer free support groups with licensed mental health professionals to help residents of Miami-Dade County hit hard by the recent financial crisis. Groups will meet every Thursday, from 5 to 6 p.m., at Jackson South Community Hospital, 9333 SW 152 St. The support groups will assist families in dealing with the stress and anxiety caused by job losses, home foreclosures and other economic concerns. For more information, call Estella Stevenson at 305-355-8234. FORMER REPORTER JOINS COMMISSION ON ETHICS The Miami-Dade Commission on Ethics and Public Trust has announced the appointment of Rhonda Victor Sibilia as Community Outreach Coordinator. In this position, Sibilia will help residents,

government employees and elected officials better understand the laws regulating proper behavior for public work. Previously, Sibilia helped start and served as senior anchor/reporter for WLRN-Miami Herald News. She also has worked in media and public relations positions for Miami-Dade County’s Communications and Fire-Rescue departments and for companies including VITAS Healthcare Corporation and Assurant Group. COUNTY LAUNCHES WEBSITE WITH LOCAL INFO ON STIMULUS PROGRAM Miami-Dade County is launching a new web page at <www.miamidade.gov/recovery>, which provides the latest information on the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009, recently passed by President Obama and the U.S. Congress. On this website, users can view current county grant opportunities, status of projects, and get updates on local economic stimulus activities. The page also links to grant web pages of current federal, state, local and private funding sources. Anyone can become a subscriber to receive free, weekly grant email notifications. MIAMI WINE AND FOOD FESTIVAL TO TAKE PLACE ON APR. 23-25 South Florida’s much-anticipated charity wine event, the Miami Wine and Food Festival, is back this year from Thursday,

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Apr. 23, to Saturday, Apr. 25, with three exciting days of great food, wine and fun benefiting Camillus House and the United Way of Miami-Dade. The festivities begin on Thursday with a “Taste and Toast” extravaganza at Merrick Park, 358 San Lorenzo Ave., Coral Gables, featuring nearly 60 international wineries, and gourmet treats from many of Miami’s premiere restaurants and caterers. The VIP tasting begins at 6 p.m. with general admission opening at 7 p.m. Tickets are $150 per person for VIP admission, $75 per person for general admission online, or $100 per person by phone or at the door. Friday will bring the Food, Friends and Fun Interactive Dinner at the JW Marriott Hotel Miami, 1109 Brickell Ave. The evening will begin with a silent auction and cocktail reception at 6:30 p.m. followed by dinner at 7:30 p.m. Tickets cost $250 per person and $2,000 per table. The festival will conclude with a “Bubbles, Bids & Bites” auction and dinner also at the JW Marriott Hotel. The event will begin at 6 p.m. and tickets cost $500 per person and $5,000 per table. For more information on all three days’ events, call 305-371-WINE or visit online at <www.miamiwinefestival.org>. BORDERS HOLDS BOOK DRIVE FOR MIAMI RESCUE MISSION The Baxter the Bunny Book Drive is

taking place at Borders, 358 San Lorenzo Ave., in the Village of Merrick Park, through Apr. 24. The beneficiaries of this drive will be homeless children in the Miami Rescue Mission’s Center for Women and Children and the at-risk youth in the Community Activity Center Program. Borders’ Center for Women and Children is collecting books and Baxter the Bunnies for the library in the center of the store and the at-risk youth will receive books as gifts on their birthdays and for other special occasions. For additional information, go to <www.miamirescuemission.com> or <www.browardoutreachcenter.com>. EPILEPSY FOUNDATION SLATES ‘WALK THE TALK FOR EPILEPSY’ The Epilepsy Foundation of Florida (EFOF) is holding its “Walk the Talk for Epilepsy 2009” fundraising event on Sunday, May 3, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Tropical Park, 7900 Bird Rd., Pavillion 11. Walkers can participate on an individual basis or form a fundraising team. All participants are requested to raise at least $25 each. Prizes will be awarded to the top fundraiser and the largest team. Free commemorative T-shirts will be available to participants who raise at least $50. To register, log on to <www.epilepsyfla.org> or call 305-670-4949.

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Miami-Dade 4-H Youth Program to mark 100 years during fair BY SONYA M. PEREZ The Miami-Dade 4-H Youth Program will be celebrating its 100th anniversary on Saturday, Mar. 28, 12:30 p.m., in the E. Darwin Fuchs Pavilion during the Miami-Dade County Fair and Expo, 10901 Coral Way (SW 24th Street). To commemorate the event, there will be a fashion and talent show, public speaking presentations and more than 1,500 student exhibits on display. The exhibits include holiday and home decorations, creative writing samples, photos, sewn garments, baked goods and other arts and crafts. A record number of 4-H members have signed up to participate in the 58th year of the Miami-Dade County Fair, with a total of 225 students registered. During this year’s fashion show, participants will receive special modeling instructions and hair-styling tips courtesy of a local modeling agency. 4-H participants also will showcase their sewing skills by creating different types of garments, such as sports wear and formal wear. Participants are eligible to win ribbons in the different categories and as much as $100 in prize money. In the past, “4H’ers” have used this money to help pay for 4-H summer camp and personal computers. During the past century, the 4-H Youth Program in Miami has expanded

A record number of 4-H members have signed up to participate in the 58th year of the Miami-Dade County Fair, with a total of 225 students registered. its focus from agricultural education to include technology, marine science, healthy lifestyles and finance, as it keeps pace with the changing needs of society. However, the 4-H program remains successful by providing the same fun, hands-on and “learn-by-doing” approach. Its club setting fosters relationships with caring adult leaders and increases life skills in public speaking, leadership and citizenship. More than 9,000 4-H members, ages 5-18, are enrolled in Miami-Dade County. 4-H is a volunteer-led youth development program managed by Miami-Dade Cooperative Extension, a partnership of the Miami-Dade Consumer Services Department and the University of Florida. For more information on the 4H program, visit online at <http://miami-dade.ifas.ufl.edu/4h>.

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Dixie Chopper motorbike sets exclusive visit to local leader BY LEE STEPHENS

What happens when the builders of the world’s fastest lawn mower meet the creators of the world’s most unique motorcycles? The result is the Dixie Chopper Bike, a unique custom motorcycle scheduled to visit the area for an exclusive one-day showing Friday, Mar. 27, at Power Mower Sales, 13118 S. Dixie Hwy. The longtime Dixie dealer invites the public to inspect not only the new Dixie Chopper mower models but also see the famous motorcycle up close during Power Mower Sales’ 8 a.m-5 p.m. “Sale-ABration” preview. An open house is scheduled Apr. 3-4 at Power Mower Sales, located just north of The Falls Shopping Center. The Dixie Bike is no ordinary motorcycle, but one of an elite few built by the ingenious yet delightfully dysfunctional Teutul family (Paul Sr., Paul Jr. and Mikey) of Orange County Choppers fame. It features components of the world’s fastest lawn mower fabricated into one of the world’s coolest motorcycles.

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THE CAPITAL, TALLAHASSEE, FEBRUARY 3, 2009 - A top official at the state Office of Insurance Regulation said Tuesday night that regulators believe the private insurance market could absorb potentially all of the 900,000-plus property insurance policies that would be shed if State Farm were allowed to pull out of Florida as it has proposed to do. State Farm has proposed a twoyear pull out, and company officials told a House Insurance Committee Tuesday that they couldn't say precisely what might be able to change the company's mind, given its precarious financial situation. The company was recently turned down by state regulators for a 47 percent rate increase and company officials told legislators that it can't bear any more losses in the property market in Florida, given the state's hurricane record, regulatory environment and a recent increase in the amount of discounts that customers can get for stormhardening their homes.

THE MIAMI HERALD, JANUARY 27, 2009 - Saying its finances are weakened, State Farm's Florida unit wants to get out of the business of property insurance in the state. The company, Florida’s largest private insurer of homes and condos with 1.2 million policies, wants to keep only auto insurance, it said in a statement. Other State Farm units would still sell life, health and other financial services, it said in a statement. Under State Farm’s proposal, it would phase out of the property insurance business over two years, giving existing customers time to find new coverage. If State Farm’s plan is approved by state insurance regulators, that means it will no longer write the full range of property policies, including homeowners, condo, renters, boaters, mobile home, business property, commercial liability and commercial marine. As seen in Insurance News a publication of the Latin American Association of Insurance Agencies.

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‘Cook it up for Kids’ benefit delicious success at The Falls BY MAYRA HERNANDEZ The Falls, one of the largest open-air shopping, dining and entertainment complexes in the United States, recently welcomed hundreds of food lovers to “Cook it up for Kids.” This culinary extravaganza raised more than $70,000 for the United Way Center for Excellence in Early Education. “The Falls was the perfect backdrop for Cook it up for Kids,” said Julie Goldman, general manager at The Falls. “This was another opportunity for us to support the community and rally restaurants and others together to benefit the United Way Center for Excellence in Early Education.” The event featured delicious food from more than 30 of South Florida’s premier restaurants and caterers such as Abita’s Sweets, Anacapri Restaurant, Chef Aliza’s, Crepemaker, Delicious Catering Service, Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar, Giardino Gourmet Salads, Golden Chic Catering,

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200, you will find some people who are very much like you, who will become close friends. Actually, in a big ALF, the residents break themselves down into small communities. As you walk through each day, you see the same clusters of friends having meals together, or playing cards, sitting together at events, or just hanging out. Think of the economies of scale when the owners are operating with income from 200 residents instead of six. There will be a professional entertainment director to plan events and trips. There will be a kitchen staff where – if you choose the right place – you will be treated to gourmet meals every night. There will be a housekeeping and maintenance staff to keep things looking good and in good working order. There will be buses to take you to malls, doctor appointments, trips and other outings. There will be professional staff available around the clock to look after your well-being. Most important, the staff rotates every eight hours and gets days off each week. It’s so much easier to deal with difficult patients when you know that in a few hours it’s going to be someone else’s problem. The staff stays fresh and very attentive when they have help and backup and nerves don’t get shattered. So, while there is a first impression that the small ALFs are more like family and you will get better care, in my experience that is an illusion. Actually, from the few caretakers, patients get much less attention! That is not to say that all large ALFs are good. Certainly not. You have to do your shopping. Look for a place that you can afford and where you feel comfortable. Look particularly closely at the interaction of the residents and staff and see if there seems to be genuine fondness. Ask if you can move in for a few days’ trial period to experience the lifestyle. Some ALFs demand a large advance payment, and some don’t. If you move into a place where there is no big upfront investment, you can leave after a while if you don’t like it. But if you are required to post a nonrefundable entry fee of $50,000 or $100,000, then you’re kind of stuck if it turns out the place is not for you. Whatever your decision, congratulations on having the intelligence to realize that you need an ALF and that living with your daughter is probably not a good idea. Many people your age are afraid to make the move. Helen Shaham and her husband Jacob have been operating retirement communities for nearly 30 years. The Palace Suites in Kendall is a luxury Independent Living Community for active seniors. In addition, The Palace at Kendall campus is home to two Assisted Living Residences and a Nursing & Rehabilitation Center. They also operate The Palace Gardens Assisted Living Community in Homestead, Homestead Manor Nursing Home and The Palace @ Home, a Medicare Certified Home Health Agency. Their two newest projects are The Palace at Weston – luxury living for those 55 and over, and The Palace Tel-Aviv, a continuing care retirement community in Israel. They have two communities under development – The Palace at Weston Senior Living and The Palace at Coral Gables. More information can be found on the company website, www.thepalace.org or by calling 305270-7000.

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More than 1,000 dine at zoo’s Feast with Beasts BY CINDY CASTELBLANCO More than 1,000 guests enjoyed edible delights from 40 fine South Florida restaurants, wild animal encounters, festive animal lights by Brandano Displays, open bars, samba dancers, drummers, belly dancers, fire eaters, and more at Feast with the Beasts (FWTB) on Mar. 6 at Miami Metrozoo. Together the partygoers, dressed in animal-inspired cocktail attire, raised significant funds for the zoo’s education and conservation programs. Guests dined on everything including Prime Blue Grille’s skirt steak, Ruth’s Chris Steak House’s BBQ shrimp, Smith & Wollensky’s filet mignon, The Forge’s tortilla soup with chicken meatballs, Los Ranchos’ churrasco, Key Largo Fisheries’ stone crab

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Jaguar reveals new XFR and XKR at auto show Ron Beasley AUTOMOTIVE EDITOR

LET’S TALK CARS It was back in 1948 that the first Jaguar XK model rolled off the production line, a name that would evolve into one of the most famous automotive badges in the world. The XK120 and XK140 models became legendary marks of excellence in the 1950s and the revolutionary XKE set new standards for automotive superiority in the 1960s. During the 2009 North American International Auto Show in Detroit — in the first public display since India’s Tata Motors bought Jaguar from Ford — the company introduced two new models, the XKR and XFR. Both were received very well by the automotive press and both have an advanced new generation engine that sets new standards for performance, economy and

efficiency. The cars also are true to the Jaguar tradition of being incredibly beautiful, fast cars. At the same time, Jaguar’s new generation of XK and XKR Coupe and Convertible models also were on display at the Detroit show. With all-new V8 engines, these cars deliver more power, performance and greater efficiency for 2010 than ever before. With interior enhancements and an advanced lightweight aluminum body structure, the new XK Portfolio and XKR build on an amazing record of 60 years of performance. The all-new AJ-V8 Gen III direct-injection engines are the most advanced and efficient engines Jaguar has ever produced. The XKR features a 5.0-liter supercharged version that delivers 510 bhp, 461 pounds-feet of torque and jackrabbits 0-60 mph in just 4.6 seconds. The XK Portfolio has a naturally aspirated version of the same engine and it accomplishes the same speed in 5.2 seconds. Both models have improved fuel economy and CO2 emissions and meet strict U.S. emissions regulations.

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Exterior changes for XK models are minimal and include a new frontend design, new LED rear lights and a new lower rear body spoiler. On the inside, the most significant change is the adoption of the user-friendly JaguarDrive Selector that was first seen on the XF model.

Base price on the Jaguar XK is $83,200.

Ron Beasley is the automotive editor for Miami’s Community Newspapers. He may be contacted by calling 305-662-2277, ext. 261, or by addressing email correspondence to <LetsTalkCars@aol.com>.

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