Community Newspapers FEBRUARY 27, 2012
Smoke Alarm BY BARI AUERBACH
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ignaling concerns about cigarette smoking in condominiums and the harmful effects of secondhand smoke, the Sunny Isles Beach City Commission recently passed a resolution urging the Florida Legislature to amend the Florida Clean Indoor Air Act to ban smoking in outdoor common areas of a condominium - except in areas specifically designated for smoking.
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VOL. 30, NO. 9
SIB Police Department presents Special Awards and Officer of the Year 2011
BY CHIEF FRED MAAS
On Friday, February 10, 2012, the Annual Internal Awards for the Police Department were held at the Sunny Isles Beach Station. These awards have over the years, evolved into a special recognition for police employees who display or perform qualities and service in a particular area. The following categories and recipients were named: “ J O E B O R R E L L AWARD” — this award is sponsored by long term resident Frank Borrell in honor of his father, an
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POLICE AWARDS, page 10
Police Awards L to R: Captain Grandinetti, Corporal Zamora, Corporal Ostrov, Civilian Employee Dan Varone, Corporal Schnell, Sergeant Santiago, Captain Snyder
SIB Movie Nights, What a Bargain! BY CARY MARTINEZ
Events Specialist
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n average movie night visit: Parking- $10, (4) Movie Tickets-$50, Popcorn and Refreshments-another $50, plus. The average family-movie visit to the theatre will easily run over $100. Ouch! It’s no wonder The City of Sunny Isles Beach’s Family Movie Night in the Park; monthly series remains one of the city’s most popular recurring events. Another added bonus is, instead of sitting through those 20 minutes of “Coming Attractions”, families can enjoy a special treat prior
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The City of Sunny Isles Beach, Cultural & Human Services Department, presents the following upcoming events.
Beethoven on the Beach Sunday, March 4, 2012 Heritage Park
MOVIE NIGHTS, page 2
4 Seasons Cultural Event Wednesday, March 21, 2012 FIU Jazz Big Band Norman S. Edelcup SIB K-8 School