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OCTOBER 2012
WEST PARK NEWS
No more fun and games... get serious and vote!
Mayor Eric H. Jones, Jr.
Vice Mayor Felicia M. Brunson
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peak of the “Back to School” season but all in all we were blessed. All West Park emergency services teams performed magnificently just in case the storm did arrive with more intensity. Our city Administrator and his staff quickly cleared streets and blocked storm drains. Fire and First Aid stood at the ready. Our police department provided additional police presence, as the administrative staff provided necessary services. Members of the Commission kept tabs on neighbors to provide information and assistance. All these folks deserve a huge “Thank You” for all the extra hours and dedication. Finally, I’d like to encourage all West Park residents to take advantage of their right to vote. In the
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ly takes place in the context of a large-scale national or regional election; however, local and small-scale community elections can be just as critical to individual participation in government. The Universal Declaration of Human Rights, adopted unanimously by the United Nations General Assembly in 1948, recognizes the integral role that transparent and open elections play in ensuring the fundamental right to participatory government. Everyone has the right of equal access to public service in his country. The will of the people shall be the basis of the authority of government; this will be expressed in periodic and genuine elections which shall be by universal and equal suffrage and shall be held by secret ballot or by equivalent free
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his summer sure passed quickly. Despite the hot and humid days, all enjoyed some wonderful sunshine, relaxing days at the beach, and lush green lawns. None of us welcomed the arrival of “Isaac”, the late August storm which threatened our coast. First and foremost, we should all be thankful that no major damage was reported. Our residents were not negatively impacted although we kept generators ready, pumps functioning, and secured the contents of our homes. Some of our businesses closed resulting in minimal financial losses at the
United States, the right to vote is often taken for granted and for many years, turn out at all but the most highly contested elections has been dismal. Too many Americans forget, however, that the extension of votes to women, African Americans, and (to some degree) poor whites is a relatively recent phenomenon and was won only through concerted struggle. Even today, the struggle to maintain the right to vote is necessary. As we approach the upcoming elections let us all get out and vote. This is the only way we can, somehow insure, that justice and equality in our government is meted out. One of the most critical ways that individuals can influence governmental decision-making is through voting. Voting is a formal expression of preference for a candidate for office or for a proposed resolution of an issue. Voting general-
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BY MAYOR ERIC H. JONES
WHO’S WHO
Commissioner Thomas Dorsett
Commissioner Sharon Fyffe
Commissioner Rita “Peaches” Mack
City Manager W. Ajibola Balogun
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• Guarantee the right of every citizen 18 and over to vote
voting procedures. While the right to vote is widely recognized as a fundamental human right, this right is not fully enforced for millions of individuals around the world. Consistently disenfranchised groups include non-citizens, young people, minorities, those who commit crimes, the homeless, disabled persons, and many others who lack access to the vote for a variety of reasons including poverty, illiteracy, intimidation, or unfair election processes. An important force in combating disenfranchisement is the growth of organizations engaged in election monitoring and equality. The right to vote is the foundation of any democracy. Yet most Americans do not realize that we do not have a constitutionally protected right to vote. While there are amendments to the U.S. Constitution that prohibit discrimination based on race (15th), sex (19th) and age (26th), no affirmative right to vote exists. The 2000 Presidential Election was the first time many Americans realized the necessity of a constitutional right to vote. The majority of the U.S. Supreme Court, in Bush v. Gore (2000), wrote, “The individual citizen has no federal constitutional right to vote for electors for the President of the United States.” The U.S. is one of only 11 other democracies in the world with no affirmative right to vote enshrined in its constitution. Because there is no right to vote in the U.S. Constitution, individual states set their own electoral policies and procedures. This leads to confusing and sometimes contradictory policies regarding ballot design, polling hours, voting equipment, voter registration requirements, and ex-felon voting rights. As a result, our electoral system is divided into 50 states, more than 3,000 counties and approximately 13,000 voting districts, all separate and unequal. The addition of a Right to Vote Amendment to the U.S Constitution would:
• Empower Congress to set national minimum electoral standards for all states to follow • Provide protection against attempts to disenfranchise individual voters • Ensure that every vote cast is counted correctly Many reforms are needed to solve the electoral problems we continue to experience in every election cycle. The first is providing a solid foundation upon which these reforms can be made. This solid foundation is an amendment that clearly protects an affirmative right to vote for every U.S. citizen. Martin Luther King, Jr. wrote that “the arc of the moral universe is long, but it bends toward justice.” But as he understood better than anyone, progress on civil and political rights is neither inevitable nor constant. It takes hard work, courage, and perseverance. Otherwise, injustices will fester and grow. The result will be status quo or, even worse, backsliding. If the history of voting rights teaches us anything, it is that articulation of a right is one thing, realization of that right quite another – and a far more difficult thing. The Fifteenth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, ratified in 1870, states in no uncertain terms that “the right of citizens of the United States to vote shall not be denied or abridged ... on account of race, color, or previous condition of servitude.” With the rights that we do have let us exercise them and let our voice be heard at the polls. GOD BLESS YOU ALL, GOD BLESS THE CITY OF WEST PARK AND GOD BLESS AMERICA. Please do not hesitate to contact me directly at 954.889.4153 with any questions you may have.
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Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month: October 2012 BY VICE MAYOR FELICIA M. BRUNSON Each year Americans observe National Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 to October 15, by celebrating the histories, cultures and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America. The observation started in 1968 as Hispanic Heritage Week under President Lyndon Johnson and was expanded by President Ronald Reagan in 1988 to cover a 30-day period starting on September 15 and ending on October 15. It was enacted into law on August 17, 1988, on the approval of Public Law 100-402. September 15 is significant because it is the anniversary of independence for the Latin American countries Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras and Nicaragua. In addition, Mexico and Chile celebrate independence on September 16 and September18, respectively. Also, Columbus Day or Día de la Raza, which is October 12, falls within this 30-day period.
27 years! • U.S. Surgeon General: Antonia Coello Novello from 1990 to 1993. She was also t h e f i r s t w o m a n t o e v e r h ol d t h e p o s i t i o n .
I want to share with you some famous firsts by Hispanic Americans, some of which I did not even realize occurred. Here are some of the ones that stand out:
• Rookie of the Year: Luis Aparicio in 1956 while he was a shortstop for the Chicago White Sox.
• U.S. Secretary of Housing and Urban Development: Henry Cisneros in 1993
• Hall of Fame inductee: Roberto Clemente in 1973. He was also the first Hispanic player to serve on the Player’s Association Board and to reach 3,000 hits.
• U.S. Attorney General: Alberto Gonzales in 2005
• NFL Player: Ignacio “Lou” Molinet in 1927.
• Democrat to run for President: Bill R i c h a r d s o n i n 2 0 0 8 b ut l o s t t h e n o m i n a t i o n to President Obama. However, he did make history by entering the race.
• Football Hall of Fame inductee: Tom F e a r s i n 1 97 0 . H e a l s o b e c a m e t h e f i r s t Hispanic American head coach in 1967.
• U.S Supreme Court Justice: Sonia Sotomayor in 2009. She grew up not too far from where I grew up in the Bronx.
• U.S. Representative: Romualdo Pacheco, a representative from California. He was elected in 1876 by a one-vote margin.
• Flying Ace: Col. Manuel J. Fernandez, Jr. who flew 125 combat missions in the Korean War.
• U.S Senator: Ocaviano Larrazolo was e l e c t e d i n 1 9 2 8 to f i n i s h t h e t e r m o f N e w Mexico senator Andieus Jones, who had died in office. The first Hispanic senator to serve a full term was actually Dennis Chavez, of New Mexico, who served for
• Medal of Honor recipient: Philip Bazaar, a Chilean member of the U.S. Navy in 1865. • General, U.S. Army: Richard E. Cavazos in 1976. He later became the Army’s first Hispanic four-star general. • Astronaut: Franklin Chang-Diaz in 1986. He flew a total of 7 space-shuttle missions. • Female astronaut: Ellen Ochoa in 1991. • Pulitzer Prize for Fiction: Oscar Hijuelos in 1990 for his novel The Mambo Kings Play Songs of Love. • Opera diva: Lucrezia Bori, who debuted at the Metropolitan Opera in 1912. • Rock Star: Richie Valens in 1958. • Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee: Carlos Santana in 1998. • Oscar, Best Actor: Jose Ferrer in 1950 for Cyrano de Bergerac. • Leading lady: Dolores del Rio in 1925 for Joanne. • Star of network television: Desi Arnaz in 1952 for I Love Lucy. • Major League Player: Estaban Bellan in 1871 for the Troy Haymakers.
• Grand Slam Championship winner: Richard “Pancho” Gonzalez in 1948. • Heavyweight boxing champ: John Ruiz in 2001 when he defeated Evander Holyfield. • NHL 1st-round draft pick: Scott Gomez in 1998. • Supermodel: Christy Turlington • Entertainer on the cover of TIME maga zine: Joan Baez in 1962. • Hispanics constituted 16.7 percent of the nation’s total population and 22.5% of Florida population.
• Most importantly, Hispanics make up 28.9% of West Park residents! The national theme for the 2012 Hispanic Heritage Month is “Diversity United, Building America’s Future Today.” The theme promotes the benefits of a united and diverse workforce by encouraging a reflection of Hispanic American contributions in the development of our nation. It enables our society to become aware of what Hispanics have done and of their capacity to do even more. Also, it instills in the new generation of Hispanic Americans a pride in their heritage, out which a renewed spirit and confidence will emerge, as a harbinger of even greater things to come. Remember to contact me at City Hall with your ideas, suggestions or concerns. I rep resent you and appreciate your input into the continued success of our beloved city. I c a n b e r e a c h e d a t ( 9 5 4 ) 8 89 - 4 1 6 4 o r v i a email at fbrunson@cityofwestpark.org..
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CITY OF WEST PARK PRESENTS COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS
Pictured from L to R: Commissioner Thomas Dorsett; Mayor Eric Jones; Jamon Simmons-Davenport; Commissioner Rita Mack; Ashley Henderson and mother, Kristy Smith; Lisa Mays, Chair, Educational Advisory Committee; and Commissioner Sharon Fyffe. –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
On September 19, 2012 at the City Commission meeting, the Mayor and Commission members presented ceremonial checks to scholarship award recipients: Jamon SimmonsDavenport, currently attending Florida International University, and Ashley Henderson, currently attending Florida Memorial University. Both students are residents of the City and were each recommended by the Education Advisory Committee for a $500.00 West Park College Scholarship for the 2012-13 academic year. Congratulations to you both!
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Playing It Safe at the ATM From the Police Department Automatic Teller Machines (ATMs) are a great convenience, but they can compromise your safety. A motivated criminal only has to keep watch on an ATM for a short time to scope out the availability of a potential victim. As consumers, I remind you to always be cautious of your surroundings and conduct your business only in areas where you feel comfortable. Due to the availability of surveillance cameras, ATMs at banks are typically the safest option, but that does not mean you have to steer clear of the ones at shopping malls, airports and sports venues. When you need to get cash, be sure to plan ahead before making an ATM withdrawal. If possible, always have someone with you. There are several safety tips you should follow to avoid becoming a victim at an ATM. • Always be aware of your surroundings when using an ATM. If you notice someone or something suspicious, do not stop to use it! Go to another ATM or return at a later time. • Avoid using an ATM after dark. If you must, do so only in a well-lit area. Be mindful of tall or overgrown shrubbery and vegetation in the area. • Have your ATM card and any other documents you need ready when you approach an ATM. Fumbling with your wallet or purse makes you an easy target for thieves. • When you use a drive-up ATM, be sure your passenger windows are closed and all doors are locked. • If you are using an enclosed ATM, be sure the door completely closes and locks behind you. Do not allow anyone to enter while you are making your transaction. Authorized bank customers will have their own access (not holding the door for someone entering a secure area is not rude; it is safe). • When entering your Personal Identification Number (PIN), use your
hand or body to shield the screen or keypad. Never give your PIN to another; this is the leading cause of theft. • When your transaction is finished, be sure you put your card, cash and receipt away before leaving the area. • Do not display or count large amounts of cash in front of the ATM. Count your cash in the safety of your home or locked vehicle. • If you are threatened for your money or your card by a thief, do not fight. Cash and cards are replaceable; your life is not. • If at any time you need emergency assistance, do not hesitate to call 911. While we all enjoy the convenience of today’s technology, these conveniences can come at a price. When you’re out getting cash, the Broward Sheriff’s Office reminds you to always be alert, be cautious and follow these tips to stay safe.
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October: A Month of Celebrations Celebrate Breast Cancer Awareness Month BY VICE MAYOR FELICIA M. BRUNSON
5. Attend regular breast screenings.
October is the Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Breast cancer is one of the most frequently diagnosed cancers in women. In 2008 some 1,380,000 million new cases and 458,000 deaths were reported worldwide. The number f people being diagnosed with breast cancer is increasing, but the good news is survival rates are improving. This is probably because of more targeted treatments, earlier detection and better breast awareness. The biggest risk factor, after gender, is increasing age - 80% of breast cancers occur in women over the age of 50. Breast cancer also affects men, but it’s rate - around 300 men are diagnosed each year. Breast cancer is not one single disease there are several types of breast cancer. Not all breast cancers show as a lump, and not all breast lumps are breast cancer. Less than 10% of breast cancer runs in families, so having someone in your family with breast cancer doesn’t necessarily mean your own risk is increased. Breast Cancer Awareness Month provides us with 31 crucial days to raise awareness and reduce the stigma of breast cancer through education on symptoms and treatment. It is also an opportunity to remind women to be “breast aware” for earlier detection. It is my hope that greater knowledge will lead to earlier detection of breast cancer, which is associated with higher long-term survival rates, ad that money raised for breast cancer will produce a reliable, permanent cure. This October I am asking residents of West park to be “breast aware”. Being “breast aware” means getting to know your breasts; how they look and what they normally feel like. Until the threat of breast cancer is removed then self-examination remains the key to early detection. Breast cancers produce few warning signs and hardly ever cause pain. Beyond a vague discomfort, often the first thing people notice is an abnormal lump in their breast. There are other possible signs: know them, look for them - and don’t take chances.
A pink ribbon is a symbol of breast cancer awareness. It may be worn to honor those who have been diagnosed with breast cancer. The pink ribbon is associated with individual generosity, faith in scientific progress, and a “can-do" attitude. It encourages us to focus on the emotionally appealing ultimate vision of a cure for breast cancer, rather than on the fraught path between current knowledge and any future cures.
There are five easy-to-remember steps. 1. Know what is normal for you. 2. Know the changes to look and feel for. 3. Look and feel. 4. Report any changes to your doctor with out delay.
RESPOND TO DOMESTIC ABUSE AWARENESS MONTH Fact: An act of domestic abuse occurs every 12 seconds in the U.S. Too many American women live in fear of the very people upon whom they depend for love and affection. Instead of providing refugee, the walls of many homes serve as prison bars. WHAT IS DOMESTIC ABUSE? Domestic abuse, or “battering”, is a pattern of abuse by one partner against the other, for the purpose of maintaining power and control. Domestic abuse often includes (but NOT ALWAYS) physical abuse. Forms of domestic abuse can include: Physical battering: The abuser’s attacks or aggressive behavior can range from bruising to murder. It often begins with what is excused as trivial contacts which escalate into more frequent and serious attacks (this can include the abuse of household pets). Sexual abuse: Physical attack by the abuser is often accompanied by, or culminates in, sexual abuse where the woman is forced to have sexual intercourse with her abuser, or to engage in unwanted sexual activity. Psychological battering: The abuser’s psychological or mental abuse can include constant verbal abuse, harassment, excessive possessiveness, fault-finding, isolating the woman from friends and family, deprivation of physical and economic resources, and destruction of personal property. SOME FACTS ABOUT DOMESTIC ABUSE:
Adult domestic violence is one of the most serious public health and criminal justice issues facing women today. Most victims of domestic violence are women. Between 91-95% of all documented domestic violence cases are women being abused by male partners. About 1-2% is physical abuse of men by their female partners, and 3-8% of the total number of reported domestic violence cases involves same-sex relationship abuse.
tic violence suffer negative consequences even if they are not the targets of the abuse. Children who witness their mothers being abused by their fathers (or vice versa) often exhibit health problems, sleeping difficulties, acting-out behaviors, and feelings of guilt, anger, fear and powerlessness. In addition, research suggests that boys who witness their mothers being abused often grow up to be abusers themselves, thereby continuing the cycle of domestic violence. Even though the vast majority of victims of domestic violence are women, males are becoming increasingly the victims of domestic violence. The U.S. Department of Justice indicates that women are twice as likely to be murdered by their domestic partners as men.
Every woman is at risk for becoming a victim of domestic violence. Domestic violence has no regard for socio-economic status, race, ethnicity, religion, employment status, physical ableness, age, education, marital status, or sexual orientation. In fact, being FEMALE is the only significant risk factor for being a victim of domestic violence
MYTH: When someone is battered, he/she must have done something to deserve it.
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BREAST CANCER –––––––––––––– Continued from previous page FACT: Battering is never the victim’s fault. NEVER. Batterers abuse their partners as a way to control them. Domestic violence is about control, not about punishment or dis cipline. MYTH: Battering usually ends after a couple gets married or has children. FACT: Battering usually gets WORSE over time, not better. Getting married and/or having children does not protect someone from becoming a victim. In fact, sometimes it makes the situation worse.
community. CELEBRATION OF LIFE SPECIAL RESIDENT OF WEST PARK Please join me in celebrating the life of a special resident of West Park. MRS. JULIA A. BIRCH was a resident of the City for close to 57 years who celebrated her 102nd birthday in August, 2012.
MYTH: Alcohol and other drug use may cause battering. FACT: Most people who use alcohol or other drugs do not abuse their partners. And many people who never use alcohol or other drugs do abuse their partners. While it is true that perpetrators of domestic violence are sometimes under the influence of alcohol or other drugs when the episode occurs, battering and alcohol or other drug abuse are 2 separate problems – neither is caused by the other. Anyone who abuses another person while under the influence of alcohol or another drug needs help for BOTH problems. ARE YOU IN AN ABUSIVE RELA TIONSHIP? Think about how you are being treated and how you treat your partner. Remember, when one person scares, hurts, or continually puts down the other, it is abuse.. Talk to someone. Without some help, the abuse will continue. October is full of celebrations that educate, empower and motivate us. Let’s remember to be ‘breast aware’ and wear our pink ribbons this month in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month and recognize and respond to domestic violence in our
Remember to contact me at City Hall with your ideas, suggestions or concerns. I rep resent you and appreciate your input into the continued success of our beloved city. I can be reached at (954) 889-4164 or email fbrunson@cityofwestpark.org..
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Scary Spooktober coming to Zoo Miami, Oct. 17-31 BY CINDY CASTELBLANCO
Enjoy a host of Halloween festivities, Oct. 17-31, during Spooktober at Zoo Miami presented by Dixie Crystals and Baptist Children’s Diagnostic Center. If you dare, enter Dr. Wilde’s Creepy House, a full-scale haunted house at Dr. Wilde’s World from Oct. 17 to 31. If dressing up and partying is your thing, show up to the fourth annual adults-only costume party, The Monster Masquerade presented by Bacardi USA, benefiting the Zoological Society of Florida (ZSF), Oct. 19. The entire family also can enjoy Halloween at the zoo at night during the second Spooky Zoo Nights on Oct. 26 and 27, and during the daytime at the annual Zoo Boo, Oct. 27 and 28. Dr. Wilde’s Creepy House, a 7,000square-foot haunted house, is guaranteed to send chills up and down your spine when it debuts Oct. 17 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. It will make your every fear come to life. Roaches take over the kitchen while cats take over the home of a deceased grandma. What will you find when the freezer defrosts — a zookeeper or two perhaps? You will have to come and see for yourself. With an admission cost of $5 per person, this house of chills will remain open through Oct, 31. Parental discretion is advised for young children. Get your Halloween costume ready and come dance the night away at the darkest night spot around town — Zoo Miami. Costumed monsters ages 21 and over are invited to the biggest Halloween party in South Florida, The Monster Masquerade, on Friday, Oct. 19, from 8 p.m. until the stroke of midnight. Come where the wild things are and party in the dark while enjoying premium cocktails courtesy of Bacardi USA, savory treats, music and dancing by The Coast 97.3 FM. At the end of the night, organizers will announce the “Best Costume Contest” that will have you dying for awesome prizes. When night falls and the wild calls, The Monster Masquerade at Zoo Miami will be the only place to be. Your ticket purchase will support the Zoological Society of
Florida in its mission of wildlife education and conservation. Pre-sale tickets to The Monster Masquerade are $65/person. A limited number of tickets will be sold at the door for $75/person. Anyone purchasing a ticket before Oct. 5 will be entered into a drawing to win a Family Membership to Zoo Miami. Tickets currently are available at the Zoological Society of Florida, call 305255-5551, and online at <www.zoomiami.org>. Spooky Zoo Nights, an after-hours family event, will take place Oct. 26 and 27 from 7 to 11 p.m. The $10.95/person admission ($9.95 for zoo members) includes entry into Dr. Wilde’s Creepy House, spooky tram rides, ghoulish carousel rides, and chilling storytelling. Goodies and roving street theater will add excitement to the pathways. Save money and time by purchasing your tickets during the online pre-sale at <www.zoomiami.org>. Zoo Boo! returns to Zoo Miami Oct. 27 and 28, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Included with zoo admission, families and kids ages 12 and under are invited to trick-or-treat in costumes, participate in costume contests, watch special performances, make Halloween crafts, see the zoo’s wild animals get their Halloween goodies, and more! Music and games with fun prizes will be provided by Radio Disney AM 990 and The Coast 97.3 FM. Zoo Miami is located at 12400 SW 152 St. General zoo admission is $15.95 per adult and $11.95 per child (ages 3-12) plus tax. Children under 2, Zoological Society of Florida members, and parking are free. Zoo Boo! is included with paid zoo admission. Dr. Wilde’s Creepy House, The Monster Masquerade, and Spooky Zoo Nights have separate admission prices. Zoo Miami’s regular hours are 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; ticket booths close at 4 p.m. For more information, visit <www.zoomiami.org> or call 305-251-0400. For information on sponsorship opportunities, contact Danny Elfenbein at 305-255-5551 or send email to <dannye@zsf.org>.
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Hectorr Wiltz,, MD.,, CPI. Board Certified Dermatologist FXM Research Miami
Do you or someone you know have Toenail Fungus? FXM Research in Miami is looking for males and females 18 to 70 years of age that suffer from Toenail Fungus, to participate in a fifteen [15] study-visit clinical research study. Medical Insurance is not required for study participation. Qualified participants will receive: • Evaluation by a Board Certified Dermatologist. • Investigational Study Medication at no cost. • Reimbursement for time and travel up to USD $950.00.
¿Tienee ustedd o alguienn quee ustedd conozcaa Hongoss Enn Lass Uñass Dee Loss Pies? FXM Research en Miami está buscando hombres y mujeres de 18 a 70 años de edad que sufran de Hongos En Las Uñas De Los Pies, para participar en un estudio clínico de investigación que requiere quince [15] visitas. No se requiere seguro médico para su participación en el estudio. Los participantes que califiquen recibirán: • Evaluaciones por un Dermatólogo Certificado. • Los medicamentos bajo investigación sin costo alguno. • Reembolso por su tiempo y transporte hasta $950.00.
For more information please call / Para más información por favor llame:
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Hectorr Wiltz,, MD.,, CPI. Board Certified Dermatologist FXM Research Miami
Do you or someone you know have Tinea Pedis/Athlete’s Foot? FXM Research in Miami is looking for males and females 18 years or older that suffer from Tinea Pedis “Redness, Itchiness, Maceration, Erosion, and/or Scaling areas in between your toes” to participate in a three [3] study-visit clinical research study. Medical Insurance is not required for study participation. Qualified participants will receive: • Evaluation by a Board Certified Dermatologist. • Investigational Study Medication or placebo at no cost. • Reimbursement for time and travel up to USD $150.00.
¿Tiene usted o alguien que usted conozca Hongos Entre Los Dedos De Sus Pies/Pie De Atleta? FXM Research en Miami está buscando hombres y mujeres de 18 años o más que sufran de Hongos Entre Los Dedos De Sus Pies “Enrojecimiento, Picazón, Humedad, Erosiones, y/o Descamación entre los dedos de los pies”, para participar en un estudio clínico de investigación que requiere tres [3] visitas. Seguro Médico no es requerido para su participación en el estudio. Los participantes que califiquen recibirán: • Evaluaciones por un Dermatólogo Certificado. • Los medicamentos bajo investigación o placebo a no costo. • Compensación por tiempo y transporte hasta $150.00.
For more information please call / Para más información por favor llame:
(305) 220-5222
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Miami,, Florida a 33175 5 • www.fxmresearch.com m
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***ATTENTION: PROPERTY OWNERS*** City of West Park Offers Code Enforcement Liens And Accrued Fines Amnesty Program The City of West Park has established a period of Code Enforcement Liens and Accrued Fines Amnesty that would address the back-log of liens on record/daily fines accruing and sought to provide relief to the property owners. Also, this Code Enforcement Liens and Accrued Fines Amnesty Program will be beneficial in achieving the goal of compliance and it will further serve a public benefit by increasing property value throughout the city. The following are the City’s criteria for the Code Enforcement Liens and Accrued Fines Amnesty Program: 1. Applications will be accepted for a program for 6 months, until February 28, 2013 and payment of all liens must occur prior to April 30, 2013. 2. All property violations on the property must be in compliance and there cannot be any other active code enforcement cases with ongoing violations on the subject property owner in the City. 3. All Unsafe Structures Board liens on any property owned by the property owner in the City must be paid in full prior to being approved for participation in the program. 4. Eligible liens or fines must exceed $1,000 and the liens or fines must not have been under an order of the City’s Special Magistrate to reduce the subject liens or fines. 5. The property owner must submit a Code Enforcement Liens and Accrued Fines Amnesty Program Application and Participation Agreement for each lien or fine on the property by February 28, 2013.
The property owner shall pay a $50 nonrefundable application fee per property. 6. After verifying that the property owner is eligible for participation in the program, the City will approve the application and administratively reduce the amount required to satisfy the eligible liens or fines to fifteen percent (15%) of the face value of the liens or fines, plus the cost of lien preparation and recording. 7. The property owner must pay the City by cashier’s check or money order only and the total of the following must be paid by April 30, 2012: a. The reduced value of the eligible lien(s) or fine(s) on the property; and/or b. The unreduced face value of any lien under $1,000; and/or c. The fuyll amount due for any lien or fine that was reduced by order of the Special Magistrate; and/or d. The cost per lien or lien preparation and recording 8. After the property owner has paid the total sum due prior to April 30, 2012, the city will execute and record a release of lien(s). 9. Failure of the property owner to pay the total sum due to April 30, 2013 shall result in the approved lien reductions being null and void, and the property will be liable for the entire face value of the liens or fines as if no reductions had ever been imposed. For more information about the Code Enforcement Liens and Accrued Fines Amnesty Program, please call City Hall at 954-989-2688.
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Ford introduces new Fusion Hybrid in Miami’s Wyndwood Arts District
Pictured during the unveiling of the new Ford Fusion in Miami’s Wynwood Arts District are (l-r) Jaime Florez, president of the Southern Automotive Media Association (SAMA); Stacey Mancuso, principal of the Design and Architecture Senior High (DASH), and Jay Mays, Ford vice president and design chief. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
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Ford Motor Company sent one of its top executives to Miami on Sept. 18 to introduce the all-new 2013 Fusion Hybrid, a vehicle with exceptional fuel economy and crisp design cues, and one that the company says will be the standard for future models across the Ford product line. The new Fusion made its debut at Soho Studios in northwest Miami’s blossoming Wynwood Arts District and was presented by Jay Mays, group vice president of design and chief creative officer for Ford, to an enthusiastic audience of South Florida auto writers, artists, designers and business executives. “This is the first of a wide range of vehicles that will be influenced by Ford’s Evos concept vehicle,” Mays said about the Fusion, while noting that it took three years to create the car from design concept to finished product. Mays then invited his audience to take a close look at the half-dozen examples of the new Fusion that were positioned in the Soho auditorium. “This is a chance to see the lines and the design of Fusion up close,” Mays said. “This is where it all starts to make sense, where you can see that there are no compromises in great design and exceptional
fuel economy, and the end result is dropdead gorgeous.” The unveiling of the sleek, new Fusion was attended by many of Miami’s most prominent artists, designers and “fusionists,” including Stacey Mancuso, principal at Miami’s Design and Architecture Senior High (DASH); Jaime Florez, president of the Southern Automotive Media Association (SAMA); celebrated street artist Daniel Fila (better known as Krave), and popular tattoo artist Chris Nunez, star on the popular tattoo reality series Miami Ink. Mays told the gathering that the Fusion Hybrid delivers EPA-certified ratings of 47 mpg city, 47 mpg highway and 47 mpg combined, making it the world’s most fuelefficient midsize sedan. He said the innovative Fusion Hybrid has a top speed of 62 mph in the EV (electric vehicle) mode, enabling it to match city and highway fuel economy ratings. As part of the event, Mays moderated a panel discussion on design and inspiration that featured several local “fusionists” prominent in the fields of art and education. “To obtain that final, appealing creation, you have to fuse things together,” Mays said. “It might be a combination of new ideas, unusual ingredients, diverse thoughts or vivid imagery, but to do it consistently and well takes motivation and inspiration.”
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2012 Jeep Wrangler has a new heart, same soul Grant Miller Car Corner Jeep fans have been clamoring for the 2012 Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon for years; it’s a stretched version of the iconic off-road vehicle that holds on to the legendary capabilities and functionality. Just don’t judge the Rubicon by its performance on a smooth, paved road; that’s not its primary purpose. The Rubicon is made for rugged terrain. It comes with electronically-locking Dana 44 front and rear solid axles and a suspension system designed for maneuvering over gravel roads and rocky mountain paths where most mechanical vehicles never go. You can still commute to the office in a Rubicon, but it’s just not the most comfortable highway traveler you’ll find. The Unlimited Rubicon is just one level in the Jeep Wrangler trim; it starts with the base Sport ($25,545) and tops out at the Call Of Duty: MW3 Edition ($40,455). It’s the most capable of the Wrangler Unlimited models and the name is derived from the Sierra Nevada Mountains’ Rubicon Trail.
The Rubicon continues with the basic Jeep styling that began back in 1941 when it was designed as a general purpose or GP (Jeep) transport vehicle for the U.S. Army. Over the years, the Wrangler has evolved and gained some sophistication, rounded edges and technological advances. But the sevenbar jailhouse grille, upright windshield and oversize fender flares are staples and continue today. In 2007, the four-door Unlimited model was introduced and the wheelbase was stretched to accommodate the longer look. For 2012, the Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon gets an all-new six-cylinder 3.6-liter Pentastar engine (16/21 mpg) that makes 285 hp and 260 pounds-feet of torque. It’s mated to either a five-speed automatic or a sixspeed manual transmission, and four-wheel drive is included. With the new engine, this Rubicon is a lot quicker than the 2011 edition, about three seconds faster in the 0-60 mph clocking. Like all Wranglers, the Unlimited Rubicon has a removable soft top, an available hard top and side doors that can be removed completely to allow for better access and vision of the terrain. The top is a bit of a pain to remove and replace. It comes apart in three sections and it’s difficult to fold and stow to clear the second row for seating. The plastic rear window is also difficult to see through.
Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon continues with classic round headlights, seven-slot jailbar grille, trapezoid wheel flares, removable doors and upright windshield. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
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lets scattered around the interior, as well as a 115-volt AC outlet for powering small devices such as a laptop. Base price on the 2012 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon is $33,770. Grant Miller is the publisher of Community Newspapers. He may be contacted by calling 305-662-2277 or by addressing email to <Grant@CommunityNewspapers.com>.
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According to the American Cancer Society, more than 241,000 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in the United States this year, and more than 28,000 men will die of the disease. With these startling statistics, it is important for men and their families to be aware of the disease, understand who is most at risk and what they can do today to lower their chances of battling prostate cancer. What is prostate cancer? Prostate cancer refers to abnormal cells in the prostate gland, which is part of the male reproductive system. The prostate is situated just below the bladder and in front of the rectum. A normal prostate is about the size of a walnut. Who is at risk for prostate cancer? Prostate cancer can affect men of any age but it is most common in men over the age of 50. Eight out of 10 men who suffer from prostate cancer are over the age of 65. African-American men are at higher risk as well as men with a family history of the disease. Men who eat a high-fat diet or who are obese also may have increased chances of getting prostate cancer. What can be done to lower the risk of getting the disease? While researchers continue to study the effect of diet and other lifestyle factors on a man’s risk of developing prostate cancer, there are some changes that may be associated with a decreased risk of the disease. Men are encouraged to eat a diet low in fat, especially animal fat, and include more fruits and vegetables. According to the National Cancer Institute, studies show that a diet high in dairy products and calcium also may be linked to an increased risk of prostate cancer, although the increase may be small. What are the symptoms of prostate cancer? In most cases, early stage prostate cancer does not produce any symptoms, but they may begin to appear as the cancer grows. Symptoms include: Difficulty starting to urinate;
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