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After Newman complaint dropped, Stoddard says it’s time to move on BY RAQUEL GARCIA
BY RAQUEL GARCIA
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he Miami Dade Commission on Ethics and Public Trust recently dismissed a “rude, boorish and tyrannical behavior” complaint against Vice Mayor Valerie Newman. The Letter of Instruction from the Ethics Commission admonishes her for bad behavior and states politicians are expected at all times to be “proper, honest, respectful and professional.” The two year old complaint was dropped due to a lack of resources. Although Newman was unavailable for comment, Mayor Phillip Stoddard stepped in to address a case he believes ran too long and cost taxpayers too much. “The most remarkable thing about this letter is that it took two years and $100,000 to dismiss.”
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ny pampered pooch owner in South Miami knows Jarbas. For over 25 years The Dog from Ipanema has been serving South Florida pet owners with a unique and personalized approach to pet grooming. Therefore it is no surprise to his many devoted fans from Dade, Broward, Monroe counties and around the world that Jarbas is a three time winner of the Annual Best of South Miami Award in the Pet Shops category by the United States Commerce Association (USCA). The USCA “Best of Local Business” Award Program recognizes outstanding local businesses throughout the country that “have achieved exceptional marketing success in their local community; local compa-
SM High students tell it like it is at Youth Dialogue Day BY MARGARET PRINZAVALLI SOTHAM
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outh Miami Senior High recently hosted elected officials, healthcare professionals, school principals, faith leaders, business community leaders and drug, alcohol, and violence-prevention professionals to hear the concerns of students. Youth Dialogue Day was held April 27 and brought together more than 30 adults’ participants. Students from the school served as ambassadors and spokespeople for their peers on topics ranging from education cuts and unhealthy school lunches to drug and alcohol education and teen pregnancy. SMSH Principal Gilbert Bonce welcomed the spotlight on his students and their issues. “These are very bright, very motivated kids who will definitely give you their opinions, but these are important issues for all of us,” he said, adding Comm. Velma Palmer (left), City Manager Dr. Hector Mirabile and Zoraida Druckman from State Senator Gwen Margolis’s office hear from students Dailin Roman and Maxx Rodriguez
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Pet groomer Jackie Wosar completes the final touches on Standard Poodle Bo
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Top speakers at SW Rotary Clubs plus Haitian update “Lifework Leadership,” a Bible-based leadership series gearing up for a new class year, recently held an informational reception at Anacapri in Coral Gables. Among notables in the crowd: Luis Chiaa ppy, Ron Shuffield, Allen Morris, Victoria Villalba, Caridad MacNamara, Israel Kreps and Abe Ng. An eight-month program running October to May, the series includes monthly Area Rotary Clubs are attracting great half-day seminars featuring national and speakers with Dr. Donna Shalala, President, local speakers who inspire and motivate. For University of Miami, featured at South information about Lifework Leadership of Miami Rotary Club’s June 7 meeting, fol- South Florida, email monica@ccfsf.org or lowed on June 14 when Robert Molleda, tel. 954- 771-0110. NOAA, describes “Hurricanes: Preparing for The Fifth Annual “Women of Virtue the Inevitable.” South Miami Rotary meets Awards & Alba Award” (50 and over) will be at Carrabba’s in South Miami every Tuesday held Thursday, September 22, from 12 noon noon. to 1:30 p.m. Those interested in sponsorRotary Club of Miami Dadeland-Pinecrest ships may call 786-357-7998. This that meets Mondays, 7:30 a.m. at Dadeland ‘Latinbiz’ group (Latin Business Club of Marriott, recently heard Trish Ramsey of America) recently met in May at the worldthe Melissa Institute talk about “The renowned Spanish franchise, Lizzaran, in the Bullying Epidemic.” Upcoming programs Gables. Such events draw great crowds on a include a presentation on the Rotary regular basis for wonderful networking International’s Convention by President- opportunities. At the May event, guests elect Nancy Brown (June 13) and an update enjoyed tasting a sampling of the Lizzaran on the Haitian Hospital Project by Gables menu and saw their new space located across Rotarian Noelle Galperin June 20. Visiting the street from the Hyatt Regency Coral Rotarians always welcomed at either club. Gables. Among those enjoying the evening: Monica Puig, Pepe Freixas, Dr. Isabel Betancourt, Mari Dietz, Dr. Nolan Torres, and Lizzaran’s Ariel Ortega. Join some of your favorite Miami Hurricane legends at the inaugural University of Miami Sports Hall of Fame Celebrity Dolphin Tournament June 24-25 in Key Largo. Fun begins with a captain’s meeting and cocktail reception on Friday, June 24 at 6 p.m. at UM Hall of Fame member Gary Dunn’s Ocean View Inn & Sports Pub at Mile Marker 84.5 in Islamorada. The next morning at 7 a.m., fishing From left: Gloria Burns, Pepe Freixas and Dr. Isabel Betancourt at Latin begins with ‘lines out’ at 4 p.m. and anglers ‘weighing in’ Business Club of America’s May networking event at Lizzaran.
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by 5 p.m. at Coconut’s at the Marina Del Mar Resort and Marina in Key Largo (MM 100). That evening the fun continues with an awards dinner and silent auction at Coconut’s from 7 to 9 p.m. Cash prizes awarded for the heaviest dolphin, along with a “bucket of bucks”. Anglers can register by going to UMSportsHallofFame.com, emailing UMSportsHallFame@aol.com, or calling John Routh, 305-284-2775 at the Hall of Fame. Entry fees are $375 per boat (four anglers) by June 1, or $425 per boat (four anglers) after June 1. Each additional angler is $75. For hotel reservations, tel. Marina Del Mar Resort and Marina at 305-451-4107. Until next time, keep making each day count. 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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Pack leader Jarbas at The Dog from Ipanema store loccated at 7230 SW 57 Ave.
nies that enhance the positive image of small business through service to their customers and community.” According to long time client Kathy Malloy, Jarbas and his team do that and so much more. “The man is an angel. All my animals have always gone to him since 1979 and he treats them like family. He knows how to handle us also, we’re all neurotic about our pets and he understands that and takes care of us too. When I got my 11 year old boy Leslie, he went straight from the pound where I picked him up, to the vet, and then to Jarbas.” Jarbas attributes his success to a team of professionals that will jog along SW 57th Avenue with clients’ puppies cuddled snuggly in tow to hand off to the owner who cannot find parking. They offer pre appointment interviews for pets and groomers to meet and get to know each other prior to a session. Owners are always welcome to sit in on a grooming to help maintain everyone’s comfort level. “People do amazing things when you treat them and their beloved four legged family members as you would want you and yours to be treated. The entries in Angie’s List and Facebook where happy
customers voluntarily share their experiences through social media has been and continues to be phenomenal for our business. We are so grateful for these unsolicited accolades we read and hear about,” beams Jarbas. South Miami strollers enjoy walking through the door of his uniquely designed pet boutique whether or not they have a dog or cat or ferret or rabbit at home requiring a new hairstyle. Pet owners also often come in for guidance and suggestions on the latest organic pet food options, holistic shampoos, or customized orders like collars or pet portraits. An international dog show judge, grooming trainer who has trekked all over the world to advise corporate clients and friends, and multi-degreed knowledgeable professional with the softest touch, Jarbas and his team at The Dog from Ipanema earn awards every day. If only the tail wagging happy four legged babies greeting their moms and dads after a pooch pampering could tell you so themselves.
Contact Jarbas and The Dog from Ipanema team at 305-663-1712 or visit www.thedogfromipanema.com
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Let’s Go Heat
South Miamians at Sunset Tavern celebrating the Miami Heat’s first win against the Dallas Mavericks in the NBA Finals Series Game One.
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Ethics Commission Outreach Coordinator Rhonda Victor Sibilia responded to the time frame and cost estimation by saying: “I don’t know where the figure came from but it did not cost our office nor Dade County taxpayers this fee. Delays are not unusual. Respondents ask for continuances, change attorneys, and depositions may be required.” Former Mayor Horace G. Feliu states, “I had the displeasure of sitting with Commissioner Newman for two years and her embattling and embroiling behavior cost the city over $100,000 just in legal fees.” Mr. Feliu also takes Mayor Stoddard to task for what is in his opinion a “rubber stamping of Newman’s agendas.” “In my time we had a more collegial style of working together. We moved forward with our missions and got many goals accomplished. We planted lots of trees and got the city clock in place as well.” Mayor Stoddard reflected on his particular style of leadership as he concludes his two year term and contemplates running for reelection next fall. “You try to look out for everyone’s interest. They turn to you when they encounter problems. Sometimes I feel like a town dad with at times unruly teenagers eager to tell you when you get stuck. You hope you know what you are doing,” Mayor Stoddard said candidly. The charges against Newman originated
from complaints against her received at the Ethics Commission based on the current South Miami Code of Conduct. The Code of Conduct has since been repealed. Mayor Stoddard observed, “she always tries to look out for the little guy. It’s the way she goes about it that can become problematic. AT&T put a giant box in front of a resident’s house and she was trying to fix it. In a separate case, an Officer was demoted and I agree that it was an unjust demotion but there is a proper way to address things and she over extended her enthusiastic public trust muscle.” The larger question to Mayor Stoddard appears to be how to legislate morality with formal processes and codes of conduct that may be misused as a tool for potential harassment. “Most people know how to behave. It is only a small number of people who don’t have manners. A community discussion of what our values are may be appropriate.” It seems to be a contrast between the bull in the china shop approach or the proverbial biblical judgment of Solomon with the two women claiming to mother the same child; verses that of a more dignified village elder empathically hearing all sides and making diplomatic determinations. “As I get older I see myself changing from a more career driven professional to a now community oriented administrator. Like that of a village elder trying to take care of the entire community and attempting to move forward constructively. We are capable of using our imagination to find creative solutions for all.” explained Mayor Stoddard.
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South Miami Sightings Friday Night at a recent Gardner’s Market Wine Tasting Event Filena Fernandez (right) shares what she loves about South Miami: “You can walk to your entertainment, restaurants, stores, and enjoy the character and flavor of Europe. I ride my bike from here to Key Biscayne and love how centrally located SoMi is!”
(From l to r) Drummer Louis Guillermes, Saxophonist Kevin Muncy and Keyboardist Alex Hoyt of The New Road Trio jammin’ outside for the neighborhood to enjoy
Cuban Cigar Roller Alicia Perez of Vilar Cigar Shops entertains the patrons at Gardner’s Market with her classic hand-rolled stogies.
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that their advocacy could help address some of the challenges that principals and schools face. Organized by the Informed Families South Miami Drug-Free Coalition and South Miami Senior High, the participants spent seven minutes at each of 10 “topic tables” staffed by students before going to the next table’s discussion. The adult guests unanimously praised
the students for their thoughtful, passionate presentations and encouraged them to become a force for change themselves. Students like Event Host Claudia Garcia told the group how glad she and her peers were to be heard. She pleaded with them to “go forward” with solutions to the issues. Ms Sotham is working with Mayor Stoddard and other attendees to help students understand how to advocate for changes. The South Miami Drug-Free Coalition is sponsored by Informed Families. To get involved with the coalition, contact Margaret Sotham at 305.962.5606 or msotham@informedfamilies.org.
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Palmer Trinity School goes ‘green’ with new library HVAC system BY SUZANNE GOTTLIEB CALLEJA
Palmer Trinity School’s official colors may be blue and gold, but the campus is awash in green thanks to a new energy-efficient heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system in the library, courtesy of a recent Miami-Dade County grant. Made possible by the Grants To Greens Nonprofit (G2GN) program managed by the county’s Office of Grants Coordination, the installation of the school’s new HVAC system is expected to cut costs through reduced cooling and energy use. Based on the recommendations of free Florida Power & Light (FPL) Business Energy Evaluations, the non-profit organizations selected will receive energy upgrades such as ceiling/attic insulation, lighting, HVAC systems, appliances, window/door treatments or cool roof insulation at no cost. “During these tough economic times, Miami-Dade County is pleased to be providing energy retrofits to local nonprofits’ facilities at no cost through the G2GN program,” said sustainability director Susanne Torriente. “G2GN is not only helping non-
profits save energy and invest their dollars back into direct services, it’s also creating local green jobs and lowering our greenhouse gas emissions.” Supported by a $1 million grant from the county’s Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant (EECBG) program, G2GN was created in 2009 with the intent to reduce energy consumption at community and faith-based organizations facilities while also creating jobs for local contractors. Through a unique two-year public-private partnership between MiamiDade, FPL and Homestead Electric Utility Services, G2GN hopes to reduce energy costs by nearly 10 percent for the participating nonprofit organizations, an estimated $136,389 in annual savings. Nearly a dozen local contractors were selected to implement the energy retrofits at the benefitting facilities throughout Miami-Dade. “There is growing evidence and concern that exponential growth in human activities, such as burning fossil fuels, will change the earth’s climate,” said Dr. Leo Llinas, Palmer Trinity’s sustainability coordinator. “This could ruin some areas for
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What you have (assets) minus what you owe (liabilities) results in what’s left over (net worth). $1 of assets and $1 of liabilities means $0 in net worth. $1 less in liabilities means you are $1 richer. Many employees with more salary will spend more, so they still have little net worth or financial independence. The car and house they own may be fancier but they may still be broke. Thebook,TheMillionaireNextDoor,describes how a business owner thinks and behaves.It is no secret how to become financially secure. It comes down to not thinking and behaving like an employee when it comes to your financial future. Tonkinson Financial provides hands-on money management for the middle class. They are located at: 2 3 9 8 S o u t h D i x i e H w y. , M i a m i , FL 33133. Phone: 305-858-1628 Securities offered through Securities America, Inc., member FINRA/SIPC, Rick Tonkinson, Margarita Tonkinson, Steven Tonkinson, Registered Representatives Advisory services offered through Securities America Advisors, Inc., Rick Tonkinson, Margarita Tonkinson, Steven Tonkinson, Investment Advisor Representatives Tonkinson Financial and the Securities America companies are not affiliated.
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La Ley Sports honors young athletes BY MARJORIE ACOSTA
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The La Ley Sports Complex in Homestead honored hundreds of South Florida’s varsity baseball players late last month, as friends, family John Ruiz addressed the crowd saying, and coaches turned out to “I’m privileged and honored that you all are support their favorite athout here today providing support. One of letes for their achievements during the the main reasons why La Ley Sports is 2010-11 season. doing this is to make sure we keep our kids Although high school baseball season is where they belong, off the streets and in our officially over, La Ley Sports gave the athparks.” letes one more chance to show off their La Ley Sports is getting ready for the skills. The event kicked off with three comnext big sports event: the World vs. States petitions: The Golden Arm accuracy comInternational Baseball Tournament petition where Albert Almora, a junior at Qualifiers on June 17, the first in the La Mater Academy, took the win with a ball Ley Sports summer baseball extravaganza. speed of 86 mph; the Base Dasher competiFor information on how your team can join, tion, with Coral Gables High School sophlog on to <www.laleysports.com>. omore Gerson Sotolongo winning with a total speed of 14.76 seconds around the Marjorie Acosta is graduate of Barry bases; and, finally, everyone’s favorite, the University and a former Miss Florida USA Home Run Derby, where Gulliver Prep contestant. She has worked with ESPN sophomore Johnny Ruiz hit nine home runs Radio and the Miss Florida USA Channel for the win. and now reports for La Ley Sports In the middle of all the fun, we found a (www.laleysports.com) on GenTV. few surprise guests who didn’t want to miss out on all the action. Orlando “El Duque” Hernandez, former Yankees pitcher, came out to show his support to the young athletes. Joining him was the beloved Billy the Marlin of the Florida Marlins. As the excitement mounted at the La Ley Sports Complex, it was time for the awards ceremony. The awards ranged from Most Wins to Best ERA in classes 1A-6A in varsity baseball. Le Ley Hundreds of South Florida’s outstanding varsity baseball players were Sports Founder and President, honored at the La Ley Sports Complex in Homestead.
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Pet Fair raises $12,000 for Paws4You Rescue Pictured are JoAnn Roberts (left) and Rita Schwartz with, Belle, one of the adoptable dogs that were available at the PAWareness Pet Fair.
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Pinecrest Gardens was the site late last month of a pet-friendly event attended by more than 1,500 people and their animals. The PAWareness Pet Fair, sponsored by PetSmart, was coordinated by Paws4You Rescue and other local rescue organizations in an effort to raise money and help adoptable pets find permanent homes. Pinecrest Mayor Cindy Lerner was on hand to help kickoff the outdoor fair, which included an array of tasty delights from area restaurants and pet supply vendors. There were hot dogs and hamburgers from Hole in the Wall, as well as various cake and smoothie vendors for those with a sweet tooth. Pets were offered gourmet foods from Doggy Bag CafĂŠ and specialty treats from B3 Freshly Baked Dog Biscuits and Nuni Cakes. To help everyone stay cool, Costco graciously supplied water. In addition to satisfying their palates, guests were treated to portrait sessions with pet photographers, as well as contests that included awards for the smallest dog, best costume and an owner-dog look-alike con-
test sponsored by Girl Scout Troop 70. After the event, Poop 911! made sure the gardens were left as clean as when we started. The annual PAWareness Pet Fair began in 2009 as a community project by a local Girl Scout troop. As a result of its success, Paws4You Rescue decided to make it an annual event aimed at helping pets get adopted into forever homes. All rescue organizations on hand brought adoptable animals. The South Florida SPCA even brought some mini horses looking for good homes. Over $12,000 was raised to benefit the rescues at Paws4You, which in turn enables more lives to be saved from euthanasia at the Miami pound. Not only were applications submitted and great foster and volunteer connections made, but there were families that left with new forever friends. Interested in adopting? Go to <www.pawarenesspetfair.com> for links to area rescue organizations (and pictures from the festival): Paws 4 You Rescue, The Cat Network, Basset Rescue of Florida, Italian Greyhound Rescue, Hollydogs Greyhound Adoption and Born Free Pet Shelter.
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While the ordinary Soldier, Who offered up his all, Is paid off with a medal And perhaps a pension small. It is not the politicians With their compromise and ploys, Who won for us the freedom That our country now enjoys. Should you find yourself in danger, With your enemies at hand, Would you really want some cop out, With his ever waffling stand? Or would you want a Soldier His home, his country, his kin, Just a common Soldier, Who would fight until the end? He was just a common Soldier, And his ranks are growing thin, But his presence should remind us We may need his like again. For when countries are in conflict, We find the Soldierâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s part Is to clean up all the troubles That the politicians start. If we cannot do him honor While heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s here to hear the praise, Then at least letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s give him homage At the ending of his days. Perhaps just a simple headline In the paper that might say: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our country is in mourning, a soldier died today.â&#x20AC;?
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Cheat your way out of a diet plateau Zach Marcy
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MENTAL & PHYSICAL HEALTH So there I was in week 13 of 16 before my second bodybuilding competition. Since, in my first run, I managed to get first place out of four. I wanted to step up my game and hit a state level competition. I had it all planned out; I was so strict and focused, knowing that I was out-working and under-eating everyone I would be up against. Somewhere in that 11th to 13th week, my weight stopped dropping and I couldn’t figure out why. You have to cheat on your nutrition plan. I get so many gung ho clients hell bent on losing weight and they run into the same issue I did when I was getting ready for my bodybuilding competition. It’s all brand new and nothing in the world can stop you until God and his biological design locks the brakes on your weight loss and, boom! Diet plateau. My first question is always, “Are you using your cheat meal?” The answer is almost always no. My advice to them is always the same: “You should be.” This is where I tell you guys what I did to ramp up my weight loss all over again. For dramatic affect, I will show you what I ended up looking like on stage. You tell me, did it work? Third in Mr. Georgia. Against the wishes of my coach, I went to Taco Bell and had two burritos and a big beef Meximelt. There is nothing more off the plan than Taco Bell. Although I didn’t know why I had plateaued at the time, I did know that I would have a dramatic reaction if I had over dieted and hit a plateau before when I would strategically cheat. Soon after this, I started my research into this issue and I came across the term “leptin” in a lot of the material. It appeared researchers and diet experts alike were onto something with this leptin thing. So what the hell is it and why is this pesky thing stopping my weight loss? More importantly, how can I use my knowledge of it to never diet plateau again? GO GREEK So I’ve used this crazy Leptin term,
now let’s introduce what it is. Better yet, let’s talk about how to have more of it. The name Leptin comes from the Greek term “Leptos” literally meaning thin. Basically, Leptin is the hormone responsible for energy regulation with your metabolism. This hormone is secreted from fat cells and works to suppress appetite and increase energy expenditure. Follow my flow here, as you restrict calories your leptin levels begin to decrease in correlation. In the wonderful feedback loop of your body to the brain, signals are sent to start storing energy, in this case adipose tissue (aka that nasty body fat we hate so much). Essentially eating the calories an eight-year-old girl requires is putting your metabolism and your entire body into a diet plateau. Worse yet, it will have you hold onto any calories that you put in it. You may also notice the more you restrict your calories the more cravings you begin to have. Essentially, as your leptin levels hit the tank, your body will start to feel more hungry as your metabolism hits the crapper simultaneously. If your aim is weight loss or fat loss, this is completely counter to your entire mission. DIET PLATEAU STRATEGY Raising your leptin levels, breaking a diet plateau and keeping the leptin levels at a good rate is as easy as cheating on your diet. So, as you know, if you eat like garbage all the time, your physique will store all that body fat. So how do you trick your body to keep your leptin levels high? This is through strategic cheating. For most of my clients, I require at least one meal per week for a client to have anything that they want to eat (and drink) for one hour. Actually, we insist that the client does this. The only ground rules are: • The meal only lasts for an hour. • It has to be on a day that the client has worked out. • Have fun and use it with your loved ones and on a meal that is worth it. Zach Marcy is a certified personal trainer and owner of Synergize Fitness, with boot camps and personal training serving South Miami, Coral Gables and Coconut Grove. For more information, go to <www.synergizefit.com> or send email to <zach@zachmarcy.com>.
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Nothing concerns emergency responders more than complacency. In the minds of too many people, disasters are events that happen elsewhere. We watch tsunamis, earthquakes, floods, fires, tornadoes and terrorist attacks occur in far-off places around the world, never believing they will impact us. Admittedly, even the experts will tell you that disasters are lowprobability events. In South Florida, the threat of hurricanes is real. When we in Miami-Dade Emergency Management prepare, plan, strategize and exercise for hurricanes, we are gearing up for an event that is not only possible, but likely. We live in hurricane country. Since 1900, MiamiDade County has been at least indirectly impacted by a hurricane an average of every 4 years. It has been precisely six years since Hurricanes Wilma and Katrina tested our community’s ability to prepare, respond and recover. Simple math will tell you it could very well be our time – again – this year. While forecasts have improved, lessons have been learned, and new rules give us more lead-time when a hurricane threatens, nothing can reduce damage and save lives like personal preparedness. Before and during each hurricane season, emergency managers begin beating the preparedness drum urging residents to compile their hurricane supply kit and make an
Curtis Sommerhoff emergency plan. We hold news conferences, distribute hurricane guides (call 3-1-1 to get yours) and preach the gospel of preparedness in an effort to reach, teach and motivate the public. We will continue to do so. However, as it turns out, the most powerful preparedness spokespersons are not government agencies, but members of our public. A recent national study shows that when average people share what they have done to prepare with neighbors and friends who have not done much, it motivates further preparedness. So toss aside musings about the weather when in the company of friends, neighbors and colleagues. Instead, start a conversation about hurricane preparedness. Get a kit, make a plan, be informed, and most importantly, pass it on. For more information on hurricane preparedness, go to www.miamidade.gov/hurricane or www.readysouthflorida.org.
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the square footage of several homes and divide by the number of homes to get an average. Total the “sold” prices of each home and divide by the number of homes to get an average selling price. Now, divide that average selling price by the average square footage to produce the average price per square foot for homes in the area. When you multiply that average price per square foot by the square footage of the home you want, you’ll discover how your choice compares, and then you’ll know if you’re looking at a fair price. Other factors like the seller’s motivation or urgency may also affect your offer, so talk to your agent about that CMA and take the next step. Mike and Lynda Morgan may be contacted at the Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate Offices at 12155 S. Dixie Hwy., 305253-2800 or by email at <mmorgan321@aol.com>.
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