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Gangsta Politics play out at City Hall Around Town as City Manager is latest victim City beats out Twilight Zone Ready, get set... go! in ratings Y

BY LEE STEPHENS

ou’ve seen this played out in the movies – the mob boss orders several hits.

The targets get systematically taken out by the contract hit man.

And in the end, the hit man takes it in the back after the dirty work is done. Fiction based on real life mob stories, only to be realized in real time here in the “City of Pleasant Living.”

On Tuesday, May 4, the recently appointed Acting City Manager took the hit at the City Commission Meeting with his abrupt firing before a packed, agitated chamber. He was to be the second city manager to be abruptly terminated within the year.

It is no small secret in town that a “hit list” existed. Carlton, speaking after his termination reported that certain members of the dais let it be known that his continued tenure would be determined on terminating certain staff. (According to Carlton, Commissioner Velma Palmer was the only one who objected to the terminations.) Carlton, a senior

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Rod Serling, the well known writer of the Twilight Zone, couldn’t have written a better act than what is going on in South Miami. The latest series of insanity is the most bizarre, stab you in the back, last man standing, shot ‘em right between the eyes, chiller theater, science fiction act, that has ever taken place in the city of Pleasant Living.

So, folks, welcome to the Twilight Zone!

In what is sure to go down as the lynching of the decade, in a twist of fate, the city manager, Roger Carlton, who got his direction and specific

Malia Panos and Scott Baumann take a moment to read a copy of their favorite newspaper just before joining scores of others running up the 55-story Wachovia Bank building to help raise money for the American Lung Association.

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Ludlam Road receives state historic road designation

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hanks to efforts by Florida State Representative Julio Robaina, Pinecrest Vice Mayor Joseph M. Corradino and the late South Miami Commissioner Jay Beckman, a significant stretch of Ludlam Road, S.W. 67th Avenue, has been designated as a state historic road.

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Florida House of Representatives Bill HB 5, enacted on April 29, grants the special designation to “that portion of Ludlam Road between Bird Road and S.W. 136th Street in the City of South Miami and the Village of Pinecrest in Miami-Dade County.” The purpose of –––––––––––––––––––––––––– See

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First annual Pinecrest Soccer Marathon was memorable

Gloria Burns GLORIAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S GAB Hundreds of soccer players from ages 5 years to forty plus gathered at Evelyn Greer Park on Sunday, May 2, for the inaugural Pinecrest Soccer Marathon, the first of its kind in South Florida. Organized by the Community Foundation of Pinecrest to benefit its many programs and initiatives, this was the first marathon of its type in South Florida. CFP Chair Steve Beiley praised Event Chairman Pierre Apollon and Logistic Chair Steven Steele, and the many volunteers who helped make this a memorable day for all.

The Foundation generously waived entrance fees for all participants thanks, in part, to the support of such corporations and

tables to refereeing were Shannon Buckley, Dan Heller, Julio Dominguez, Corina Woolman, Vivian Beiley, Christina and Cathie Burns, Fred Silverman, Daisy Lewis, Lee Kessler, Jean Meceron, Nicholas Calvo, Robert Ruano, Glenn Barditch, Enid Leon, Hazel Goldman, Gaspy Miranda, Chris Coffey, Tom Bovee, Jorge Guarch, Elizabeth Rosillo, Rick and Margarita Tonkinson, to mention many of those helping make the day a success.

Teams and individual players came from all over Miami Dade County, with play on five fields and fun was had by all. Dads even got in on the auction playing on teams with their sons and daughters. The entire Village Council stopped by to check out the action and the day concluded with drawings for raffle prizes that included a 4 night cruise generously donated by Norwegian Cruise Line.

Proceeds from that raffle and the event will help fund education, senior services, parks and cultural initiatives in the community.

Finally, the South Miami/ Coral Gables Elks Lodge began Monday, May 3, presenting professional entertainment featuring

Devin Apollon, of Pinecrest Elementary, and Allison Bean and Chrissy Rosillo, of Miami Christian School, join forces to play another game at Pinecrest Soccer Marathon.

businesses as Norwegian Cruise Line, Jennifer Wollmann (EWM Realtors), Heller Waldman, P.A., The Corradino Group, Community Newspapers, Casthely Orthondontics, GOL TV All Soccer Network, Soccer Locker, Costo, In Source, Fine Printing, Rick Tonkinson and Associates, and the Village of Pinecrest, to mention a few.

Music provided by local RA Music, DJs Ross Gassman and Alex Parker, added to the festive atmosphere throughout the day while vendors like Cold Stone Creamery, Joy Wallace Catering and The Crepe Maker, offered a variety of great food while Del Monte Fresh donated cases of bananas for the players.

Among the many others volunteering their time doing everything from manning various

INCREDIBLE MAGIC, produced by Nelson Dela Prida, Ron Olmsted, and Rick Del Vecchio. Every other Monday, Elk Club members and their guests can enjoy an incredible show, Draft Beer and a slice of pizza or a hot dog for just $15. For Tickets for the next event on May 17, call Anne Goodrich at 305-666-2495.

Until next week, keep making each day count.To re Gloria Burns is Executive Director of the Community Foundation of Pinecrest, a 501 (c) (3) non profit organization, as well as a columnist for Community Newspapers.

Keeping abreast of community activities is a challenge. If you would like to submit information for this column, please send your news via e-mail to gloriagalburns@aol.com.

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municipal executive for over twenty years reportedly told the commissioners that it would happen, “if it needed to be done.” A private investigator, former Miami Police Chief Kenneth Harms was brought in to review several departments.

With little rancor, targets fell by the wayside over the past several months. The last was the Chief of Police Robert “Bobby” Richardson, a South Miami native, and someone who has risen through the ranks for over twenty years.

The crowd that assembled came to protest the imminent firing of Chief Richardson and others to register their concerns about a city ordinance that they say unfairly regulates small businesses. But before the public could speak, a procedural maneuver by Vice Mayor Valerie Newman landed Carlton out of a job and thus, unwittingly, put the status of the Chief's termination in question. Since only the manager has the authority to hire and fire city staff, the 4-1 vote to terminate Carlton opened up the possibility that the Chief may be able to stay in his job after all. (Newly elected Commissioner Walter Harris cast the lone dissenting vote saying “it wasn’t the time for an overnight change.”)

In advancing her resolution to terminate the Acting City Manager, Vice-Mayor Newman, who lavishly praised Carlton only a few months ago, brutalized his character and his work, and said he was attempting to “extort” the commission. In her rambling list of accusations against Carlton and in other actions, she effectively usurped control of the meeting.

Carlton, whom the commission hired in late October as a temporary replacement for previous manager Ajibola Balogun, when given an opportunity to speak, retorted, denying Newman's claims, noting that he had discussed the probe with all elected officials, and that the commission was smearing his character and long-established executive career reputation.

And it seems that Carlton is not the only one in the Vice-Mayor’s cross-hairs, as she publicly criticized Mayor Stoddard for meeting privately with the Manager, the City Attorney and Investigator Harms (as the mayor has every right to do). After Carlton’s dismissal, she started directing the Acting Police Chief to escort Carlton to and out of his office, to which the mayor blurted out, “I chair this meeting!” It was one of the few times that the newly-elected mayor exercised any control of the meeting.

Although the move handed some residents their first victory and diffused some of the tension in the room, many residents who came to lambaste the city manager over the chief's firing still directed their

frustration at the mayor and commissioners.

Several noted that firing Carlton was a "step in the right direction" in bringing the city back together, a reference to a rift in the community that runs along racial lines.

Community activist Sarah Ann Thompkins, rhetorically asked if the terminations were “racially motivated.” In addressing the Commission, Thompkins said: “I’m not going to say they were. You look at the pictures and answer for yourself.”

Others spoke of Carlton's impressive career of service in Miami-Dade County and as Miami Beach Manager. Long-time area resident and management/marketing business consultant John Edward Smith said, “It seems, the more things change, the more things remain the same.” He said that Carlton was “thrown under the bus” after doing the work he had to do to clean up the previous administration's messes and the commission’s beckoning.

On several occasions, residents shouted down speakers who praised Carlton, forcing Mayor Stoddard to chastise the crowd for their unruly behavior.

With Carlton promising ’not to go peacefully’ after his character was impugned, we again seem to be going down the path of lawsuits.

Conveniently enough, any impending lawsuits were previously engineered to be the legal responsibility of the citizens of South Miami. The offending commissioner now has carte blanche to smear a person’s reputation with impunity, because the tax payer will be footing the bill.

Faced as we are with being the collective “sugar daddy” for the whims and capriciousness of our elected officials, how can the tax payer afford their repeated power plays? We now have two ex-city managers who have legitimate grievances against the City of South Miami—one who has a lawsuit pending and one who may be suing. It seems that any new manager can only be viewed as a potential fiscal liability.

In other action taken at the Commission meeting, and thanks to the efforts of the Red Sunset Merchants Association, about a dozen members of the business community were also on hand that night to fight what they say is over-regulation of small businesses who have a hard enough time surviving in a tough economy. Their complaint: an overly vague ordinance limiting display of merchandise outside a business, even on private property. The measure, on the books since December 2008, was only recently enforced by the city, resulting in several citations and one fine for popular 'sidewalk sales.' Mack Cycle and Fitness owner Mary Jane Mark, the sole recipient of a fine for her store's outside displays, spoke about the hardship the ordinance imposes on business owners who rely on the sales to boost traffic and profits, and asked the commissioners to amend the ordinance. The audience applauded her as she left the podium.

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Acting City Manager Roger Carlton leaving the Commission Chamber.

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Mark and the other business owners assembled that night would prevail. Near the end of the long session, commissioners voted to refer the ordinance back to the Planning and Zoning Board for amendments to clarify the language. The Commission also acted to rescind the fine levied against Mack Cycle, a 50+ year-old South Miami business.

Interestingly enough, those who view the proceedings on the city’s cable access

network may find it implausible that the City Attorney directed the IT staff not to show re-runs of the meeting, as he felt it was an embarrassment to the former manager. How about to the City itself?! But, truth be told – and truth be seen.

Editor’s note: "After inquiries by Community Newspapers, the full, unedited recording of the City Commission meeting of May 5 is now being broadcast."

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Running in general election different than primary R. Kenneth Bluh KENNETHâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S COMMENTARY I really donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t think the U.S. Senate race in Florida is an â&#x20AC;&#x153;anyone can winâ&#x20AC;? threeway race. Everything â&#x20AC;&#x153;wasâ&#x20AC;? nice and cozy for both Kendrick Meek and Marco Rubio as long as Charlie Crist stayed in the Republican Party.

Rubio had the upper hand and short of some disastrous revelation would have coasted into the November elections.

Independents were up for grabs.

True, Rubio has the American Express debacle potentially hanging over his head.

But I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t think it will have much of an impact. Contributors to the Republican Party of Florida are more interested in having their man elected to office than they are about a ruckus over improper spending of political contributions.

Meek currently has total control over the Democratic primary. He has a few opponents but they are underfunded and have the same problem as Meek, but to a far less

â&#x20AC;&#x201C;â&#x20AC;&#x201C; VIEWPOINT â&#x20AC;&#x201C;â&#x20AC;&#x201C; extent. They basically are unknown north of Palm Beach County.

The entry of Jeff Greene, a billionaire from Palm Beach County into the Democratic race can cause a primary race problem for Meek inasmuch as Greene plans on dumping millions of his own dollars into the race. Not being beholden to any power structure or lobbying groups will appeal to a number of voters.

Gov. Cristâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s long anticipated move out of the Republican Party, becoming an Independent, or as he calls it a â&#x20AC;&#x153;NPAâ&#x20AC;? No Party Affiliation, is creating financial problems for Crist as many of the dollars he has in his campaign war chest will be going back to contributors angered by his move.

Cristâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s move will take votes away from Meek as a number of registered Democrats are concerned that Meek will not fair well in North Florida. In the general election, they may turn to Crist, who is more of a Democrat than many elected Democrats

sitting in Washington, DC. For the life of me I canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t understand the Republican position on the stimulus package embraced by Crist a year ago when President Obama visited our state and received a warm welcome from the the governor. It is a good political move by Rubio, but in my opinion rings hollow because the Republican-controlled Legislature in Tallahassee not only embraced Obamaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s stimulus money, but proudly used it to balance the stateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s budget.

Simply said, without the stimulus dollars some $800 billion in all, we would be seeing many more cuts in services in next yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s budget. There just isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t enough revenue to cover all of Floridaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s needs.

Without Obamaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s stimulus dollars, the Republican Party would have had a tough time explaining even deeper cuts in services without any increases in taxes.

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Once the primary races are settled, the winning candidates must pull to the middle of the political road to win the general election. Crist is lucky. He already is there.

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McArthur South students pictured above are (l-r): Luis Morales, Alex Luna, Fenkari Lopez, Chris Shaw, Alex Cedeno, Joseph Mack, Dexter Townsend, Jovan Berry, Robert Pew, Aaron Dye. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

BY JOHN EDWARD SMITH

The 2009-10 South Miami Art Night concludes this Friday, May 14. From 6 to 9, SOMI Artwalk© invites you to visit over 15 businesses who are exhibiting local artists. Stroll around town, enjoy jazz at the Art Night Headquarters located at 5750 Sunset Drive; and after, dine at our area restaurants.

Held on the second Friday of the month from October through May, Art Night South Miami offers the opportunity to appreciate art while appreciating the uniqueness of the shops in our town center.

Retail businesses from US1 & Sunset to the east side of Red Road provide a delightful way to experience art night and enjoy our hometown.

Among the featured artists in this concluding month is an exhibition of students from The Young Men’s Academy for Academic & Civic Development at MacArthur South. Several students will be exhibiting their work at The Wirtz Gallery, located in the lobby at the First National Bank of South Miami. Framed original art by these students may be purchased for $85. The Academy is an alternative school for students who are unsuccessful in the traditional classroom. Called “Pupil’s Perceptions” the program is an arts-based, service-learning program that engages

these students in creative learning experiences that are shared to fulfill the needs of the community. As a result of these rich activities, both the community and students benefit.

Another highlight of this concluding art night evening will be an exhibition by photographer Tom Smith at the Audubon House on the east side of Red Road. Tom Smith is the founder of Wine News and a former UM and Miami Dolphins running back. He has been capturing the textural, the unusual, and the compelling through the camera lens since 1970. His photographic work regularly takes him to the Everglades and Biscayne Bay national parks.

Special Art Night discounted parking is available at the PLAZA57 Garage and the surface lots at the First National Bank of South Miami. Both are located on 73 Street. You can download a parking coupon, by logging on to A RT N I G H T S O U T H M I A M I . C O M .

Babysitting services are also available at MindWorks Learning Center, 7250 SW 57 Avenue. For reservations, call 305-669-8383.

This is the last “art walk” this season, so come enjoy wine, art and the wonderful SoMi community.

SOMI Artwalk© is a Red Sunset Merchants Association special event. Join us this Friday!

For additional information, log on to ARTNIGHTSOUTHMIAMI.COM.

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This summer get four parks at one low price

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Lion Country Safari, Miami Metrozoo, Miami Seaquarium and Wannado City will be offering a “Summer Savings Pass” for the second year in a row. The Summer Savings Pass will give its buyers admission to all four attractions throughout the summer for one low price.

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A section of Ludlam Road in the City of South Miami.

the bill is to help preserve the beauty and quality of the road named for South Florida pioneer, Walter Ludlam.

The bill prohibits use of public funds for cutting or removing trees with a diameter in excess of 6 inches within 35 feet of either side of the paved surface or any activity that causes the removal of trees without their replacement. It also prohibits changing the physical dimensions or location of the road.

“I’ve got to give credit to two people,” Representative Julio Robaina said on May 5. “Joe Corradino of Pinecrest asked me to help with this issue, and another one who needs to be identified is the South Miami Commissioner who passed away, Jay Beckman. He was the first one who brought it to my attention. When Jay Beckman became a commissioner in South Miami his number one priority to push for was to be able to stop the county or the state from ever coming down Ludlam and widening it to a four-lane highway, like it is in other areas, because that would destroy the residential areas between Bird and US 1 in South Miami.

We tried to do it last year and it failed. This year we finally got it passed, on the last

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day of session. So Beckman’s dream came true. No one will be able to destroy those beautiful trees that line 67th Avenue. They won’t be able to tear up people’s driveways in front of their homes.”

Robaina said he thinks it’s important to preserve the small town feel of the areas along Ludlam, and that passage of the bill is a big victory for the residents of South Miami and Pinecrest. Joseph M. Corradino praises Robaina’s work on everyone’s behalf.

“I think that most of the thanks go to Julio, being in the legislature and doing a great job for our cities in his district,” said Corradino. “That guy is really accessible and listens to us, and carries our thoughts and wishes up to Tallahassee. Ludlam is an important road that runs pretty far north.

It’s beautifully landscaped and it’s literally the spine of our community, and it’s important to the Village of Pinecrest and our council to make sure we preserve the road. I don’t think there’s any plans to four-lane it in the near future, but with all of the development in South Florida, at some point, 10 or 25 years ahead, that idea might come up, so it was important to protect the road.”

The South Florida Sports League understands that summer vacation may not be as relaxing as it sounds to working parents who must decide where to bring their children while they are at the office. In an effort to keep parents as stress-free as possible, the South Florida Sports League offers the Musketeers Summer Camp is guaranteed to keep everyone happy this summer. Registration for this program now online via www.sfsl.org.

The Musketeers Summer Camp is designed to provide opportunities for children to encounter new challenges, experience success, develop leadership, improve self-esteem, and build life skills. Plus, children will gain friendships with others that will last for years to come.

“We designed the summer programs with the parents in mind who attempt to balance their concern for safety and affordability with their children’s desire to have fun during their summer vacation,” said Executive Director and Founder, Guillermo M. Chacon. “We want parents to feel good about enrolling their children in our programs, but we also want the kids to feel good about coming and participating each day.”

The Musketeers Summer Camp is for children ages 5 to 14 and runs from June 14 through July 30th. Each camp day begins at 8:30 a.m. and ends at 4 p.m., but in an effort to accommodate all parents, extended hours beginning at 7:30 a.m. and ending at 6 p.m. are offered free of charge.

The Camp fees include: Camp, Lunch & Snacks, all Field trips and a Camp T-shirt.

Campers participate in a variety of daily

activities including crafts, games, and sports such as baseball, flag football and dodgeball. The camp also provides youngsters with a unique opportunity to connect with their local community with field trips to locations such as Grapeland water park, Venetian Pool, Crandon Park, The Miami Seaquarium, and Jungle Island to name a few. Our camp is located at Saint Theresa Catholic School 2701 Indian Mound Trail Coral Gables, FL 33134.

Summer is here.

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The South Florida Sports League, founded in 2002, is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, neighborhood-based organization targeting adults and at-risk youths in the Miami-Dade local community. The SFSL seeks to promote a healthy lifestyle through programs and sports leagues for people of all ages, genders, races, and economic statuses.

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Dadeland Mall invites children of all ages to roll up their sleeves and explore the fun side of food with hands-on learning activities during the Simon Kidgits Club’s Super Duper Mini Chefs event on Friday, May 21, from 6:30 to 8 p.m., in front of Kay Jewelers.

“Dadeland Mall is thrilled to welcome families to take part in the Simon Kidgits Club’s Super Duper Mini Chefs event,” said Renee Lanzara, director of marketing and business development of Dadeland Mall. “Where else can our youngest chefs have fun expressing themselves with food, while Mom and Dad enjoy an entertaining family moment?”

The Simon Kidgits Club will transform Dadeland Mall into a magical kitchen where kids can take part in many fun activities, including: • Make sweet cereal necklaces and bracelets; • Create trail mix consisting of raisins, M&M’s, mini chips, pretzels and more; • Decorate mini cupcakes with Sweetness Bake Shop & Café; • Learn how to make cookie ice cream sandwiches with Nestle Toll House Café; • Learn how to roll dough and make a pizza pie with Cozzolli’s Pizza; • Create yogurt parfaits and sample chicken nuggets with Chick-Fil-A, including a special visit by the Eat More Chikin Cow, and • Learn how to twist pretzels with Auntie Anne’s and sample on-the-go, famous pretzel stix.

Children also will have the opportunity to enjoy a nutritional magic show by Amy the Magical Chef, decorate aprons and enjoy Strawberry Shortcake coloring sheets. Simon Kidgits Club members will

receive a Strawberry Shortcake doll and a Kidgits Oven Mitt Baking Set (while supplies last).

Kids and their parents are encouraged to bring a non-perishable food item (canned meats such as tuna and chicken, macaroni, etc.) that will be donated to Feeding South Florida.

Super Duper Mini Chefs is one of several programs and events held throughout the year at Dadeland Mall for members of the Simon Kidgits Club, which focuses on health, wellness, education, safety and entertainment for children.

The Simon Kidgits Club’s “Super Duper Mini Chefs” event is free to members and non-members alike, however families can sign up for the Kidgits Club during regular mall hours at Dadeland Mall or online at <www.simon.com/kidgits> for a membership fee of $5.

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Dadeland Mall, Miami’s premier, fashion-forward shopping destination, is anchored by Florida’s largest Macy’s, as well as Macy’s Home Gallery & Kids, Saks Fifth Avenue, JCPenney, Nordstrom, and the country’s largest The Limited and Express. Dadeland, which also features more than 185 specialty stores, is located at 7535 N. Kendall Dr., between the Palmetto Expressway (SR 826) and S. Dixie Highway (US1).

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Taste of Goulds will host a mini farmerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s market allowing produce vendors to sell fresh fruit and vegetables, and plants. There also will be opportunities for arts and crafts vendors to participate.

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Chefs will have the opportunity to compete for the best entrĂŠe within the categories of best chicken, best ribs, or best fish, and have the opportunity to sell their food to the public. the competition and sell food, the cost to have a booth is $200 per vendor. To take part in the mini farmerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s market and sell produce or plants, the cost for a booth is $100 per vendor. The cost for an arts and crafts booth is $50 per vendor. Application packages are available at Goulds Park.

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Financial Planning for FPL Employees I am an FPL employee.

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Yes, I have been working with FPL since 1991 (18 years), and I have some suggestions that should apply to you regardless of your age or time with the company.

First: I suggest that you complete a comprehensive questionnaire (fact finder) with a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) in order to determine your 401k investment criteria and a realistic budget to see what you can contribute to the 401k.

Second: Make an effort to maximize your contribution to your 401k plan.

FPL matches your contribution up to 7% of your straight time salary. I suggest that you try to get to the 20% level especially if you are a new hire. Your 401k contribution actually decreases your taxable income so there’s a tax break for doing this.

Third: Stay with FPL until the Rule 90 is satisfied. Rule 90 is a point system that

adds your age and time with FPL. Once you reach 90 points, your medical benefits are paid until age 65. At age 65, Medicare will be your health provider.

For every point less than 90 you pay 2% of the insurance premium. If your age (55) and time with FPL (25 years) totals 80 then you will pay 20% of the premium. There are certain transition credits and age 55 rules that also need to be considered.

The rule 90 does not apply for some new hirees. The health insurance premiums for people outside of FPL is a major cost. This will require that you save as much as you can, keep your other bills low and pay attention to your health.

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Convert to a Roth IRA? Why Now May Be the Right Time?

BY LAURA GROGAN-O’MARA of Merrill Lynch The IRS has lifted income restrictions for those converting traditional IRAs or 401(k)s to Roth IRAs. Is the opportunity right for you?

Since its introduction in 1997, the Roth IRA has enjoyed great popularity. Roth IRA owners can make after-tax contributions and withdraw them, taxfree, at any time if certain conditions are met. Once the account has been open and funded for five years, distributions will be income-tax and penalty-free provided the account holder is at least age 59½ or meets one of the other circumstances for making a qualified distribution.1 Another significant benefit is that Roth IRAs are not subject to Internal Revenue Service (IRS) mandated required minimum distributions (RMDs) during the holder’s lifetime, which means the assets can remain in the account until the account owner makes a voluntary distribution. This differs from a raditional IRA where generally the account owner must begin taking RMDs annually, starting with the year that he or she reaches 70 ½ years of age. 2 One of the Roth’s few drawbacks has been its income restriction for converting from a traditional IRA. However, starting this year, the IRS has lifted the income restriction for investors who convert their traditional IRA and/or eligible employer-sponsored retirement plan such as a 401(k) to a Roth IRA.3 If you’re focused on saving for retirement, this is good news. But anyone considering converting to a Roth IRA needs to underTom Mays, stand the less obvious effects of this decision. For instance, the conversion involves an up-front tax liability that may be worth assuming, depending on your circumstances and retirement income strategy. Typically, it makes most sense to convert when: • The balance of the traditional IRA you’re converting is substantial • You expect to occupy a higher tax bracket in retirement than you do now • You expect your beneficiaries to move to a higher tax bracket after they inherit your IRA assets • You can pay the taxes on the conversion from assets other than those being converted Consider these questions when you speak with your Financial Advisor about Roth IRAs: • How would I benefit during retirement from a Roth conversion now?

• What assets do I have available to cover any tax liability that proceeds from converting my IRA or 401(k)?

• How would converting my IRA or 401(k) to a Roth IRA affect my beneficiaries?

There are two other factors you may want to consider as you mull over the choice. One isthat market turbulence may have primed your IRA or 401(k) for conversion—a lower account balance generates a lower tax burden. The other thing to remember is that, you generally must recognize the full taxable income from your conversions in the conversion year. However, under a special rule for conversions you make in 2010, you may elect to bring one-half of the taxable portion of your conversion into ordinary income tax in 2011 and the other half of the taxable portion into ordinary income in 2012. This means that you are subject to whatever the ordinary income tax rates are in 2011 and 2012 respectively and does not lock in your 2010 ordinary income tax rates.

Another way to potentially mitigate the taxable burden is by converting only a portion of your assets.

However, it’s wise to explore the ramifications beforehand. Converting a portion of IRA assets is more complex than it seems at first blush.

Investors may be under the impression that it’s possible to convert only after-tax IRA contributions to a Roth and thus avoid having to pay any taxes on the conversion. As nice as that would be, it’s not possible because of the way the IRS views IRA assets.

Even if you have after-tax money in your IRA, the IRS won’t allow you to convert only those contributions.

Instead, the IRS looks at all your IRA accounts together and prorates the taxes you owe based on both taxable and nontaxable assets.

Of course, all the earnings on your contributions are still subject to tax upon conversion. Taxes on earnings are not prorated—it doesn’t matter whether those earnings came from deductible or nondeductible contributions.

In the right situation, converting to a Roth IRA can be extremely beneficial to your retirement plans.

It’s important to work with both your Financial Advisor and your accountant to help you determine whether this brand-new opportunity can help you achieve your retirement savings goals.

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1 Generally, there is a 5-year holding period when determining whether earnings can be withdrawn taxfree as part of a qualified distribution (i.e., regular/spousal contributions, conversions or employer plan rollover) from a Roth IRA. This period begins January 1 of the tax year of the first contribution or the year of conversion to any Roth IRA. Regular contributions (but not earnings) may be withdrawn at any age, penalty-free.

There is a 10% penalty for withdrawals of earnings taken before age 59½, unless an exception defined by the Internal Revenue Service applies, which include but are not limited to: death, disability, or qualified first home purchase (lifetime limit of $10,000). It is important to note that special penalty provisions apply for converted assets. If a nonqualified withdrawal is made within five years of theconversion, the earnings withdrawn will be subject to income tax, and the entire withdrawal may be subject to an additional penalty unless an exception applies.

2 The requirement begins the year the account owner reaches age 70 ½ (or, if later, the year in which the owner retires for employer-sponsored retirement plans). The RMD can be taken any time during the year but no later than Dec. 31. For the year in which the owner turns 70 ½, the deadline is extended until April 1 of the following year. In any year that an RMD is due, the IRS considers the first distribution to contain the RMD. Converting your account to a Roth IRA requires you take the RMD before converting your account. Ineligible funds converted to a Roth IRA will be subject to penalties and will be required to be removed as excess. You should review any planned financial transactions or arrangements that may have tax or accounting implications with your personal professional advisors.

3 Please note, however, that income-based restrictions are still in place regarding how much you can contribute to a Roth IRA.

For more information, contact, Thomas Mays, CFM, Financial Advisor of the Miami Falls office, www.fa.ml.com/Mays 305-505-6117.

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Colonial Drive Elementary schedules ‘Family Fun Day’ Colonial Drive Elementary School will have a “Community Family Fun Day” on the school’s grounds, 10755 SW 160 St., on May 15, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The community is invited to come and enjoy fun for the whole family. There will be games, vendors, raffles, auctions, food, bounce house, slide and more. Tickets will be sold for some activities.

For more information, contact PTA president Salinda Thurman at 305-238-2392.

‘CRUISE FOR CRITTERS’ MOTORCYCLE RIDE TO BENEFIT ANIMAL SERVICES You can help shelter animals by participating in the “Cruise for Critters” motorcycle ride on Sunday, May 16.

The police-escored ride to benefit MiamiDade Animal Services will depart from the Miami-Dade Animal Services Shelter, 7401 NW 74 St. in Medley, and later arrive at Scotty’s Landing, 3381 Pan American Dr. in Coconut Grove (next to City Hall).

All bike riders and passengers must sign in between 9 and 10 a.m. at the Animal Services Shelter. Non-riders can meet at Scotty’s Landing Restaurant around 11:30 a.m. There will be pets for adoption, live band, auction and lots of fun.

Donations are $20 per bike. All contributions will benefit the Miami-Dade Animal Services Trust Fund.

For information, contact Aileen Sanchez at 305-884-1102, ext. 244; send email to <asanchez@miamidade.gov> or visit online at <www.miamidade.gov/animals>.

ALHAMBRA ORCHESTRA TO PRESENT FREE SYMPHONY CONCERT, MAY 23 Alhambra Orchestra, led by eminent Latin American guest conductor Carlos Riazuelo, who is well known to Miami audiences, will present a free symphony concert on Sunday, May 23, 7:30 p.m., at Ransom Everglades School, 3575 Main Hwy. in Coconut Grove.

Maestro Riazuelo’s former FIU colleague, popular clarinetist Paul Green is featured in Mozart’s Clarinet Concerto. The program will open with the Egmont Overture by Beethoven, conducted by the University of Miami rising star Zoe Zeniodi, and will conclude with Dvorak’s masterpiece, Symphony No. 9 “From the New World.”

Reservations aren’t necessary, but large groups should call ahead. For information, call 305-668-9260 or visit online at <www.alhambramusic.org>.

‘RAISING BOYS’ SUBJECT OF B.C.H. PARENT PRESENTATION Learn more about why boys behave the way they do at Baptist Children’s Hospital’s next community parenting program,

COMMUNITY NEWS BRIEFS “Raising Boys,” on Thursday, May 27, from 7 to 9 p.m., in the auditorium at the hospital, 8900 N. Kendall Dr. Child psychologist Gary Lancelotta, PhD, will talk about images of manhood in the media and how they affect your child, cultural factors that encourage violence, especially school violence and stereotypes of masculinity.

The presentation will help parents understand why boys behave the way they do, issues related to aggression, temperament and sexuality, and the role of sports in raising boys, among other things.

The fee for this program, which is not intended for children, is $5 and must be paid in advance. To reserve your space and make your payment, call 786-596-3812.

BLUE WATER FISHING CLASSIC JUNE 5 AT COUNTY MARINAS Miami-Dade Parks is calling all fishermen to “to fish” at the seventh annual Blue Water Fishing Classic on Saturday, June 5, from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., casting off at all six Miami-Dade Parks’ marinas and the Miami Outboard Club.

The Blue Water Fishing Classic, presented

by Haulover Marine Center, is an annual fishing tournament for amateur, professional and junior anglers offering a total of $30,000 in cash and prizes for the team with the largest combined weight of the three largest fish within the species of dolphin, wahoo, black-fin tuna and kingfish.

Each participating marina will have a first place, second place, third place and junior angler winner and many other prizes. Tournament festivities kick off on Thursday, June 3, with a Captain’s Party with dinner and open bar. The competition will be two days later. On Sunday, June 6, winners will receive their prizes at an award ceremony that includes dinner.

The entry fee is $350 per boat by June 1 and $400 up to the day of the tournament. On that day, participating boats must check into their marina by 7 a.m. Boats must remain in U.S. waters and IGFA rules apply. All fish caught must meet local, state and federal regulations.

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Local comedians will present a special night full of laughter at the fifth annual “Night at the Improv” to benefit Miami Children’s Hospital’s Radio Lollipop. The show takes place on Wednesday, May 19, 8:30 p.m., at the Miami Improv in Coconut Grove.

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Panini Grill wants to be home away from home

BY LINDA RODRIGUEZ BERNFELD In Cutler Bay, not far from the Publix, there is a new restaurant, Panini Grill, that wants to be your home away from home.

Panini Grill, 20465 Old Cutler Rd., has a homey atmosphere with fresh foods and free coffee with their breakfast offerings.

“We are open early for breakfast,” said Vachagan Robert Yengibaryan, who with his wife, Natalia, own and operate Panini Grill. “We open at 7 a.m. with gourmet muffins and big croissants with ham and cheese.”

He said the idea behind the restaurant is that Panini Grill is a place where you can go out to eat and eat well without having to break the bank. While you’re at Panini Grill you can watch the news, read your favorite book or newspaper. And if you didn’t bring a book, they have a few James Patterson novels that you can read.

They also have X-Box and a Wii for kids to play.

“We tailored this based on our needs.

What we want in our neighborhood,” he said. “Customers are telling us this is what we need. A neighborhood gathering place.”

In the near future, they will offer

Vachagan Robert Yengibaryan and wife, Natalia, own and operate Panini Grill.

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European beer and wines for the customers who come later in the day. They are open until 11 p.m.

“The idea is not spend $15-$20 per per-

son (to eat),” he said. “The most expensive item here is $8.95.”

They have been Cutler Bay residents for five years and also own a restaurant in Wellington. They moved to Cutler Bay when Yengibaryan secured a teaching job.

He has taught at Southridge and Killian high schools. Yengibaryan has a degree in International Relations from Moscow State University and a PhD in Constitutional and International Law. When he lived in Moscow he owned 15 pharmacies and he had a pharmacy export business. His wife has a degree in business administration.

He no longer teaches although he manages a student exchange program for Florida International University.

“I bring students to study English,” he said.

But his passion is cooking and he set aside his other interests to open the restaurants. Since he is very much into education, Yengibaryan studied on his own and received certifications needed to be in the food industry.

He and his wife devised a menu using their European background and knowledge of Mediterranean foods.

“The menus went through big changes

in the beginning,” he said. “It was a slower menu. Eventually we had to develop more items that could be done quickly. We are trying to stick with organic things.

Chicken that we make is Kosher rated. No hormones, no antibiotics.”

They also have a children’s menu that includes homemade chicken tenders.

“We also have a vegetarian menu,” he said. “We make our own hummus.”

The menu includes fresh soups and four different breads for wraps.

“Once a week we offer something new,” he said. “If it sticks, we keep it on the menu.”

So far, the desserts have been a hit.

Desserts include mango mousse, Italian almond cake, and baklava.

“We make all of our muffins,” Yengibaryan said. “And fresh cookies.”

So far, the most popular item on the menu is the Greek gyro. It can be made with beef, lamb or chicken.

“We make fabulous smoothies. They do not contain ice or powders.”

Everything on the menu is available for pick-up.

For information, call 305-238-5894 or go online to <www.ThePaniniWorld.com>.

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Ceramic League of Miami offers ‘Clay Camp’ learning experience

BY ROBERT HAMILTON

“Clay Camp” is not just for fun, but also a learning experience for the child who doesn’t mind getting dirty.

The Ceramic League of Miami is offering a children’s program with a concentration in hand building and throwing on the potter’s wheel. Children and teens ages 7 to 15 are invited to attend. Starting on June 14 there will be eight one-week camp sessions with different projects each week. The team of experienced adult instructors will teach various techniques that will explore whimsical, colorful and successful projects. The camp provides daily materials, snacks and a lot of fun.

Classes meet Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to noon and class size is limited.

Send in your registration with payment early to secure desired weeks. Weekly fee is $150.

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BY ROBERT HAMILTON

The second and fourth Tuesday of every month the Economic Development Council of South Miami-Dade (EDC) hosts a Community Outreach meeting.

Keynote speakers are leading professionals from diverse business and economic industries. Presentations are highly informative and educational, and of importance to local businesses and residents.

The following is a list of upcoming speakers at the Economic Development Council: May 25, Barbara Moser, Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Economic Crimes Division; June 8, José Abreu, director of MiamiDade Aviation Department, and June 22, Mike Sophia, executive director of Miami-Dade Sports Commission.

Following the presentation, there will be

a question and answer session. Community Outreach meetings are from 8 to 9 a.m. at the Economic Development Council office located at 900 Perrine Ave. in Palmetto Bay. The EDC Community Outreach Meetings are a free public service and open to the community.

For more information, call 305-3789470.

Founded in 1992, the Economic Development Council is a public/private not-for-profit organization. The council’s overall objective is to implement an economic development program that will foster a positive image for the community, attract new businesses that create quality jobs for residents, while diversifying and strengthening the economic base consistent for the future of South Miami-Dade.

For more information about the council, call 305-378-9470 or go online to <www.edcsouthdade.com>.

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Why hire an arborist to care for your trees?

Planting: Arborists plant trees, and most can recommend types of trees that are appropriate for a specific location. The wrong tree in the wrong location could lead to future problems as a result of limited growing space, insects, diseases, or poor growth.

Plant Health Car e: An Arborist keeps trees in good health by helping the tree to better defend itself against insects, disease, and site problems.

An arborist is a specialist in the care of individual trees.

Right Tree – Right Place Arborists are knowledgeable about the needs of trees and are trained and equipped to provide proper care. Well-cared-for trees are attractive and can add considerable value to your property.

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Ser vices That Arborists Can Provide: Pr uning: An arborist can determine the type of pruning necessary to maintain or improve the health, appearance, and safety of trees.

Removal: Although tree removal is a last resort, there are circumstances when it is necessary. An arborist can help you decide whether a tree should be removed.

Emergency Tree Care: Storms may cause limbs or entire trees to fall, often landing on other trees, homes and other structures, or cars. The weight of storm-damaged trees is great, and they can be dangerous to remove or trim. An arborist can assist in performing the job in a safe manner, while reducing further risk of damage to property.

How do I know if this guy wi th a chainsaw is an Arborist?

Many people who love trees become ISA members for a small annual fee. Some unscrupulous tree trimmers pretend that this simple membership is the same thing as being a “certified arborist.” Every ISA arborist has an individual ID number and ID card that you can check on the ISA website: <www.isa-arbor.com>.

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Acura adds V-6 power to popular TSX sport sedan Ron Beasley AUTOMOTIVE EDITOR

LET’S TALK CARS The 2010 Acura TSX sport sedan has been given a hot new 3.5-liter V-6 engine for 2010 and it really is something special.

Most auto enthusiasts who drove the earlier TSX with the 2.4-liter DOHC I-4 engine raved about the car’s performance.

But, you ain’t seen nothing ’til you drive the newest version with the V-6.

The new SOHC V-6 develops 280 hp and 254 pounds-feet of torque, has a very high compression ratio, VTEC valvetrain control and a dual-stage induction system through a lightweight magnesium intake manifold. It all adds up to rocket-like acceleration and pretty good gas mileage at 18/27 mpg.

The V-6 is mated to a sophisticated Sequential SportShift five-speed automatic transmission that allows for a fully automatic operation with intelligent features such as Grade Logic Control and Shift

Hold Control, which make driving on a winding road an enjoyable experience. The transmission also may be operated manually with the steering wheel- mounted paddle shifters.

The second generation TSX is larger, has a wider stance, is more agile and handles even better that its predecessor. It also has special suspension tuning, larger diameter wheels and tires (18x8-inch aluminum wheels with a split five-spoke design mounted with performance Michelin Pilot HX MXM4 P235/45R18 all-season tires) and brake system upgrades, as well as more comfort, convenience and safety features with expanded luxury and electronic equipment. Acura will continue to offer the TSX powered by a 201 hp DOHC inline fourcylinder engine (20/28).

All 2010 TSX models have a state-ofthe-art double wishbone front and multilink rear suspension system for an excellent ride, handling and control. The new V-6 model’s independent front suspension has firmer springs and revised calibration for the dual-mode suspension dampers.

As for styling, the new Acura TSX continues with the crisp, dynamic design of the original, though widened overall and with more muscular styling cues. All TSX mod-

Acura TSX continues with the crisp design of the original, although widened overall and with more muscular styling cues.

els ride on a chassis that includes a closedchannel cross-braced roof structure and inside frame rails. Along with a stronger rear bulkhead, the closed-channel crossbraced roof structure yields a more rigid and vibration-resistant body.

On the inside, the interior is a blend of sweeping, contemporary shapes, with a high level of comfort and convenience features. There’s a much easier-to-read navigation screen (when equipped with the Technology Package) and an improved look of telephone number text displayed on the Multi Information Display. The TSX V-

6 has a one-touch ignition key starter system and an updated tachometer face with a unique rpm redline range that corresponds to the new V-6 engine.

Pricing on the 2010 Acura TSX ranges from $29,310 for the base I-4 to $37,950 for the V-6 model with the Technology Package.

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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