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20 City of Pembroke Pines Participates in #SaferBy4 Initiative 20 City of Pembroke Pines Renames 172nd Avenue in Honor of Fallen Soldier 22 Pembroke Pines Citizens Police Academy Celebrates 20 Years 24 Experience Florida’s Habitat at the Chapel Trail Nature Preserve 26 Mayor Ortis and City of Pembroke Pines Awarded for Achievements in Preventing Childhood Obesity

Feature Story 18 Experience, Commitment & Passion Create Extraordinary Success for the Simmsational Real Estate Group

School News 28 Poster Contest Encourages Students to Place Smoke Alarms in Bedrooms

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Community News 10 Pembroke Pines to Observe Patriot Day at Remembrance Ceremony 12 9th Annual Fall Arts and Crafts Show Offers Great Shopping 12 Southwest Regional Library Offers Naturalization 101 Seminar 14 Kids Play for Kids Introduces Families to Classical Music 14 Seniors to Test Their Spanish Spelling Abilities 16 Pembroke Pines Police Department Explorer Post 108 Declared Overall State Champions

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Mayor’s Message 34 Pembroke Pines Update

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5th Workshops for Veterans – Veterans can participate in workshops to assist them in résumé writing and interviewing techniques, from 9am - 1pm, in preparation for a Veterans Employment Expo on October 6, at the Southwest Focal Point Community Center, 301 NW 103 Avenue. For more information, call 954-450-6888.

6th Veterans Employment Expo – The Veterans Employment Expo will be held from 9am - 1pm, at the Southwest Focal Point Community Center, 301 NW 103 Avenue. For information, call 954-450-6888.

visit the Broward County Library website at www.Broward.org/Library. Spanish Spelling Bee – In recognition of National Hispanic Heritage month, seniors will once again compete for the title of “Spelling Bee Champion.” The 4th Annual Senior Spanish Spelling Bee will be held at 12:30pm, at the SW Focal Point Community Center, 301 NW 103 Avenue. The deadline to sign up is September 11. For information, call 954450-6888 or visit www.ppines.com.

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11th 9/11 – Never Forget 9/11. Honor those who lost their lives during the attacks on our country, at 8:30am, at the Pembroke Pines City Center, 10300 Pines Boulevard. Event is free. For information, visit www.ppines.com.

Dinner/Dance – Don’t miss the “Latin Night” Dinner Dance with live entertainment held at the SW Focal Point Community Center, 301 NW 103 Avenue. Buffet dinner at 5:30pm (reservations required). Dance starts at 6:30pm. $10pp. For information, visit www.ppines.com or call 954-450-6888.

26th Arts and Crafts – Are you looking for the perfect gift? Chances are you will find it at the 8th Annual City of Pembroke Pines Community Services Fall Arts and Crafts Show. The annual event benefits the City of Pembroke Pines senior services programs. It will be held on September 26, from 9am to 5pm, and September 27, from 10am to 4pm, at the Southwest Focal Point Community Center. Admission and parking are free. For information, call 954-450-6888 or visit www.ppines.com.

27th Jazz Concert – Enjoy a free jazz concert, sponsored by the City of Pembroke Pines, from 5pm to 7pm, at the William B. Armstrong Dream Park, 1700 Dykes Road. Relax to the sounds of pure state jazz and enjoy the delicious food cooked up by the Food Truck Round Ups. Bring your blankets and chairs. For information, visit www. ppines.com.

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Violin – From 7pm to 8pm, families will have an opportunity to introduce their children to the world of classical music at the Broward County South Regional/Broward College Library in Pembroke Pines. Children violinists from the Suzuki Music Academy will be presenting a Family Story Time Special, “Kids Play for Kids.” The library is located at 7300 Pines Boulevard. For more information, call 954-797-7777 or 954-201-8814. BowWow Ween – Don’t miss the 3rd Annual BowWow Ween, from 9am 1pm. Free for dogs and their owners at Pembroke Pines Dog Park, 9751 Johnson Street (just east of Palm Avenue). There will be prizes for Best Family Costume, Funniest Costume, Scariest Costume, Cutest Costume, and Most Original Costume. For information, call 954-4356525 or visit www.ppines.com.

15th Citizenship Day – From 6pm to 7:30pm, the Southwest Regional Library will celebrate Constitution Day and Citizenship Day with Naturalization 101, a free naturalization information session for anyone interested in becoming a U.S. citizen. The public is invited to attend. The Southwest Regional Library is located at 16835 Sheridan Street in Pembroke Pines. For a complete list of events and classes,

Stress Management – Don’t miss the Weekly Lecture Series on “Stress Management.” It will be held from 10am to 11am, at Southwest Focal Point Community Center, 301 NW 103rd Avenue. For information, call 954-450-6888.

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Ongoing Fire Prevention – This month, elementary school students will be learning about the importance of working smoke alarms. They will be competing in the Pembroke Pines Fire Department’s 19th Annual Fire Prevention Week Poster Contest, which promotes Fire Prevention Week’s theme “Hear the Beep Where You Sleep: Every Bedroom Needs a Working Smoke Alarm.” The deadline to submit posters is September 21. For information on the contest call 954-435-6531 or visit www. firepreventionweek.org. Feline Sterilization – Pembroke Pines residents who live in certain zip codes are now eligible to have their cats sterilized for free. These zip codes include: 33023, 33024, and 33025. The program also includes zip codes in other cities: 33009, 33021, 33060, 33314, 33317, 33324, 33325, and 33315. To schedule an appointment, call 954-463-SPAY (7729) or send an email to spayneuter@hsbroward.com. For information, visit www.humanebroward. com. Swimming Lessons – The City of Pembroke Pines Recreation and Cultural Arts is offering swim lessons for children of all ages. Help make your child SaferBy4. Register one to four year olds for a Parent and Child or Preschool Level 1 classes. Swimming Lessons are held at three locations Pembroke Lakes Pool: 10500 Taft Street; Price Park Pool: 901 NW 208th Ave.; and Towngate Pool: 901 NW 155th Ave. For information, visit www.ppines.com or call 954-450-6895.

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Caribbean Breeze – Through September 14, don’t miss the “Caribbean Life” Art Exhibit at the City of Pembroke Pines Glass Gallery, 10100 Pines Blvd. Artists include: Ana Aguerrevere, Daniel Angulo, Ernest Bock, Nicolas Cornejo, Judith Darucaud, Margarita Deleuze, Fabiola Delgado,TracyGuiteau, Marilyn Joh ansen,AlfrenaMoosa,GlorielaPhilp otts, Braida Solis, Fidel Vega and Maria Wieder. For information, call 954-961-6067.

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Pembroke Pines to Observe Patriot Day at Remembrance Ceremony Community News

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n the 14th anniversary of the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001, the a 13-foot-tall firefighter, two twisted towers, and a little girl. It also has a four-sided City of Pembroke Pines will come together to remember those who lost relief made from a nine-ton cube of Italian marble. Each side represents sometheir lives. On September 11, the Patriot Day Remembrance Ceremony will thing different - shock, grief, acceptance and rebuilding. begin at 8:30am, at the Pembroke “Our Pembroke Pines Memorial Pines City Center Memorial Pavilion, Pavilion is a powerful art project 10300 Pines Boulevard. honoring the 9/11 victims, survi“The attendance grows every year vors and those who assisted in at our ceremony, which is a somber the recovery,” said Rose Colombo, reflection of patriotism at its finest,” Chairperson of the Arts and Culture said Francie Novo, special events Advisory Board. “This project, long coordinator for the City of Pembroke supported by the Pembroke Pines Pines Recreation and Cultural Arts Arts and Culture Advisory Board, is Department. “This year we selected incredibly moving.” Honor as the theme. We continue Carlos Rodriguez of Pembroke to honor the first responders and Pines lost his cousin in the Twin remember how our first responders Towers. “Every time I see the protect us every day.” Memorial Pavilion I think of my The City welcomes survivors and cousin, as well as all of the other local fire fighters, police task force victims, survivors and people who units, and those who assisted during assisted in the recovery,” said the recovery periods to be a part of Rodriguez. “I visit the memorial the ceremony. The Remembrance throughout the year, as well as on The Memorial Pavilion was created by local artists Felix Gonzalez and Benoit Menasche. Ceremony will begin with the September 11.” Presentation of Colors by the City of There is an ongoing “Salute Pembroke Pines Police and Fire Department Honor Guards. It will feature remarks OUR Soldiers” display inside Pembroke Pines City Hall. It is an opportunity for by Pembroke Pines Mayor Frank C. Ortis and City Commissioners. Pastor Peter Pembroke Pines residents to submit non-returnable photos of loved ones, living Tokar will officiate the ceremony and the Pembroke Pines Charter FSU school and/or deceased, who have served in the United States Military, for display on the chorus will perform patriotic music. “Salute OUR Soldiers” Patriots Wall located inside City Hall. Guests can visit the Memorial Pavilion, which was created by local artists Felix For information, call 954-435-6525 or visit www.ppines.com. Gonzalez and Benoit Menasche. It contains a series of steel sculptures, including

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re you looking for the perfect gift? Chances are you will find it at the 9th Annual City of Pembroke Pines Community Services Fall Arts and Crafts Show. The annual event benefits the City of Pembroke Pines senior services programs. It will be held on September 26, from 9am to 5pm, and Sept. 27, from 10am to 4pm, at the Southwest Focal Point Community Center, in Pembroke Pines, in over 54,000 sq. ft. of air conditioned space. Admission is free and open to the public. “The show features a wide variety of carefully chosen artists, who are all present at the show to discuss their original and handmade work,” said Helen Daniels, Recreation Division Supervisor. “It is an excellent opportunity to browse and purchase beautiful one-of-a-kind handcrafted arts and crafts for the upcoming holidays.” There will be more than 70 vendors from throughout the state of Florida, including many new ones. Visitors will find photography, gourmet chocolate & popcorn, handmade soaps, lotions & candles, hand sewn fabric crafts, pottery, knitted baby items, knitted accessories, crochet clothing and accessories, children’s clothing and accessories, hand crafted cold porcelain dolls, paper quilling, handcrafted stationery, leather handbags, handcrafted holiday items, license late creations, hand carved wooden crafts, hand crafted jewelry, one of a kind hand crafted pens, tie-dye clothing, silk floral arrangements and wreaths, locally grown orchids, and more. The show also features pottery from the Empty Bowls group, comprised of students from the Community Center’s day and evening Pottery Studio program.

The Artists in Action donate their time, talent and supplies to help feed the “empty bowls” of the hungry. The proceeds from the sale of their pottery will benefit the Community Center’s annual Thanksgiving Basket Food Drive for needy families in the community. Instructor Leroy Daniels will be demonstrating the pottery wheel throughout the arts and crafts show, allowing patrons the opportunity to understand the processes that the artists go through to create their finished works. The SWFP Community Center offers adults 18 and older an opportunity to meet new people, build a support network or gather information. It is also a place that they can go to simply read a book or shoot pool. The Center offers trips and special events on a regular basis including self-improvement classes, educational classes, health classes and support programs presented by area professionals. “Proceeds from events such as our Annual Fall Arts & Crafts Show help us continue to provide services and programs for our members,’ said Daniels. Emilio’s Café will be open during show hours for all vendors and patrons. It features Latin food, fresh salads, sandwiches, fruit, soup, pastries, snacks, beverages and much more. The Southwest Focal Point Community Center is located at 301 N.W. 103rd Ave. in Pembroke Pines. Admission and parking for the event are free. For information, call 954-450-6888 or visit www.ppines.com, click on “Departments” and select “Community Services”.

Southwest Regional Library Offers Naturalization 101 Seminar By Debby Teich

onstitution Day and Citizenship Day is a combined event that is observed annually in the United States to commemorate the formation and signing of the Constitution of the United States on September 17, 1787. It also recognizes all who, by coming of age or by naturalization, have become US citizens. On September 15, from 6pm to 7:30pm, the Southwest Regional Library will celebrate Constitution Day and Citizenship Day with Naturalization 101, a free naturalization information session for anyone interested in becoming a U.S. citizen. The public is invited to attend. Officers of the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services Office will review the following topics: naturalization eligibility requirements, naturalization process, interview, civics test, and the rights and responsibilities of a U.S. citizen.Mock citizenship interviews will be conducted in both English and in Spanish. Free study materials will be available on a first come, first serve basis. The Southwest Regional Library has been offering Naturalization 101 programs for approximately six years. It typically offers two programs per year. To further honor the theme of “citizenship,” the dates are usually close to a patriotic celebration, such as President’s Day, Flag Day or Constitution Day/Citizenship Day. Attendance at the Naturalization 101 programs ranges from 70 to 150 people. In addition to Naturalization 101, the Southwest Regional Library offers a variety of information, classes, and programs on the theme of citizenship and on improving English speaking skills. It has recently become an additional site for the United States Citizenship and

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Immigration Services’ Naturalization (Swearing-in) Ceremonies. Family and friends of the new citizens are invited to attend. Approximately 80 new citizens are sworn in during each ceremony. The last ceremony was held on July 1, before the Fourth of July weekend. The Southwest Regional Library also offers weekly classes year round that fall under the umbrella of the Broward County Library’s “Learning Services” program. The people thot take the classes have held a variety of jobs in their own countries, such as nurses, attorneys, judges, teachers, general workers and more. While most of the participants are from Columbia and Venezuela, some are also from Cuba, India, Costa Rica, Peru, Russia, and Czechoslovakia. The classes include: ▸▸ Citizenship Classes - “How to Prepare to Become a United States Citizen” is offered Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays. ▸▸ English Café Classes - “Improve and Practice Your English Speaking Skills” is offered on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. ▸▸ El Club Classes - “Practice Intermediate-level Spanish Conversation for English Speakers” is offered on the 2nd and 4th Mondays of the month. The Southwest Regional Library is located at 16835 Sheridan Street in Pembroke Pines. For a complete list of events and classes, visit the Broward County Library website at www. Broward.org/Library.

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n September 22, from 7pm to 8pm, families will have an opportunity to introduce their children to the world of classical music at the Broward County South Regional/ Broward College Library in Pembroke Pines. Children violinists from the Suzuki Music Academy will be presenting a Family Story Time Special, “Kids Play for Kids.” During the free concert, a group of about 15 musicians, who range in age from 3 to 15, will play classical favorites by Mozart, Vivaldi, Bach, and Beethoven. They will perform short classical music pieces and interact with the audience with songs and musical games. American Protégé International Competition prize winning solo violinist Sahana Shravan, 14, will also be joining the Academy’s young musicians. Sahana began her formal training at the Academy at age 3 ½. In 2013, she performed at Carnegie Hall in New York City as a member of the BAK String Orchestra, which was Suzuki Academy’s “Kids Play for Kids” ranked best in its class on the national level. In December 2014, she gave her first solo performance at Carnegie Hall. violin at the Academy since she was two. The Suzuki Music Academy is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year. It uses “She enjoys playing Vivaldi violin concertos, Humoresque by Dvorak, and music the Suzuki Method, which is recognized by musicians and music educators as an by Bach, Mozart and Brahms,” said Saiswick-Jones. “She also enjoys performing effective ways to provide formal classical music training to even the youngest chilin concerts and working with other kids in the program. I’m amazed by how well dren. The children that train at the Academy meet for classes one or more days she does and how dedicated she is to her music. She has other activities that she per week. They also work daily with practice and checkups at home. enjoys, but the violin has become something that she is really passionate about.” The Academy’s director Richard Coff, who was trained by the creator of the Ada Nunez’s 11-year-old son, Pablo, also studies at the Academy. Suzuki Method, Shinichi Suzuki, says that it is beneficial for children to study clas“Pablo is getting so much from his music study,” said Nunez. “He loves playing sical music. the violin and being able to work and play with the other kids at the Academy.” “It fosters children’s abilities to memorize and concentrate,” said Coff. “It teaches self-confidence, self-discipline, poise, and dexterity. It also develops fine Broward County South Regional/Broward College Library is and large motor skills, as well as coordination.” located at 7300 Pines Boulevard. For more information, call 954Kim Saiswick-Jones’ 9-year-old daughter, Analeigh, had been studying the 797-7777 or 954-201-8814.

Seniors to Test Their Spanish Spelling Abilities By Debby Teich

n recognition of National Hispanic Heritage month, seniors will once again compete for the title of “Spelling Bee Champion.” The 4th Annual Senior Spanish Spelling Bee will be held on September 15, at 12:30pm, at the City of Pembroke Pines Southwest Focal Point Community Center. The deadline to sign up is September 11. “Our members are looking forward to the Spanish Spelling Bee this year, so they can stimulate their minds,” said Suzy Felix, Activities Coordinator. “They always enjoy the excitement that the competition brings when competing with their friends.” Pembroke Pines Director of Community Services and Housing Jay Shechter, who loves to play Scrabble, came up with the idea for a Spelling Bee. After holding the first two in English, the Spanish-speaking seniors wanted a turn. Schecter agreed to hold the next contest in Spanish. The Center now offers two Spelling Bees each year – one in English and one in Spanish. Last year, participants ranged in age from 53 to 84. They had to spell a wide range of words using the

2014 Spelling Bee winners were: Teresa Eyrich, Magie Urquijo and Luz Pardo.

pronunciation from the Spanish alphabet, including any special punctuation. The contest started with easy words, such as “blusa” and “hablar” and progressed with more difficult ones. Once contestants misspelled a word, they were eliminated. After some intense competition, the winners of the third Senior Spanish Spelling Bee were declared. Teresa Eyrich won after she correctly spelled “alféizar,” which means “the inner ledge of a window.” She received $50. Magie Urquijo won second place ($30) and Luz Pardo won third place ($20). All three received a Certificate of Recognition.

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Pembroke Pines Police Department Explorer Post 108 Declared Overall State Champions By Debby Teich

xplorer Posts, representing 30 Police ▸▸ 1st place in “In Progress,” which includes Departments throughout Florida, recently incidents involving police that happen in met in Melbourne for the 2015 Florida real-time. Association of Police Explorers Annual ▸▸ 1st place in “Traffic Stops,” which includes Conference and Competition. Scoring 30 traffic enforcement. points above their nearest competitor, the City ▸▸ 1st place in “Crisis Intervention,” which of Pembroke Pines Police Department Explorer includes incidents involving critical or sensitive Post 108 team won the state championship. persons or situations. “This competition attracts the best ▸▸ 3rd place in “Crime Scene,” which includes and brightest among motivated men and the investigation of police crime scenes. women who plan to pursue a career in Law Pembroke Pines Police Chief Dan Giustino, Enforcement,” said Cheryl Watters, Explorer Command Staff, and Commissioner Jay Advisor for the City of Pembroke Pines Police Schwartz presented individual congratulations Department. and commendations to the four member team. The four person Explorer team from Chief Giustino also thanked the dedicated Pembroke Pines ranges in age from 14 to advisors within the Pembroke Pines Police 2015 FAPE overall state champions (l to r): Sergeant Jim Henry 21 years. Team members included: Explorer Department who assisted in their training for Explorer Supervisor, Explorer Tyler Gruber, Explorer Emilio Falcon, Explorer Captain Jimmitry Alce, Advisor Officer Joseph Cabrera, Major Eric Mesa, Explorer Captain Jimmitry their continuous support. The team was also Explorer Major Eric Mesa, Explorer Sergeant Stephen Scopa, Advisor Officer Jason Palant, Explorer Sergeant Julie Drapkin, Explorer Alce, Explorer Sergeant Stephen Scopa, and recognized at a City Commission meeting. Jonathan Morin, and PSA Cheryl Watters Explorer Coordinator Explorer Emilio Falcon. They spent hundreds The Police Explorers Program is for stuof hours training for the competition with two officers, who were members of the dents interested in a career in law enforcement. It is open to students who are 14 to Explorer Team that won the 2007 Florida Association of Police Explorers Annual 18 years old; have a 2.0 GPA or higher, and have never committed a crime. It is like Conference and Competition. a junior Citizen’s Police Academy. The students learn about different law enforceThroughout the week long competition, the teams participated in eight law ment topics; ride with a police officer and help with community events. They also enforcement scenarios, ranging from search and rescue to domestic abuse. They compete against Explorer programs in other cities. were scored on how well they handled each scenario. For information on the Pembroke Pines Police Department In addition to being named Overall State Champions, the Pembroke Pines Explorer program, contact PSA Cheryl Watters, Explorer Advisor, Explorers received awards in the following categories: at 954-436-3274.

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When was the Simmsational Real Estate Group established? The Simmsational Real

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What is your team’s goal? As a team, our goal is not only to meet our customers’ expectations, but to exceed them. As a trusted real estate partner, we help customers find the best home in the area within their price range. Together, we sell their home for as much as the market will bear and as quickly as possible.

Describe your team’s success. The group consistently closes over $24 million in sales every year. Within the last 12 months, the Simmsational Team has closed over 145 transactions and generated approximately $26 million in sales volume. We are ranked in the top 1% of all Realtors nationwide in 2014.

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Within the last 12 months, the Simmsational Team has closed over 145 transactions and generated approximately $26 million in sales volume. They are ranked in the top 1% of all Realtors nationwide. Photo (l to r): Helvert Ortiz, Kimberlee Hernandez, Melissa Nunez-Dempsey, Alexandra Younes, Ishea Lopez, Nidia Rosario, and Jose Rodriguez

What is your background? I am a single father

of a 15-year-old daughter, Ariana. Over the years I’ve become widely known as “OneCoolRealtor”. I was born in Kingston, Jamaica and have been a South Florida resident since 1973. After earning a Master of Business Administration Degree in Finance, I acquired my Real Estate License in 2001. I quickly became a graduate of the Realtor Institute, earning a GRI designation (along with only 19% of all Realtors). I also possess other noteworthy designations from the National Association of Realtors, including the ABR, Accredited Buyer Representative; CRS, Certified Residential Specialist (only 4% of all Realtors worldwide) and CDPE, Certified Distressed Property Expert.

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the Executive Board of Directors of the South Florida Chapter of the National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals (NAHREP) and I am also a Florida Realtors State Director. I also serve as the head of training and education for Keller Williams Realty in Pembroke Pines, an office consisting of over 250 real estate professionals.

How do you keep the public updated on the real estate market? We want to be South

Florida’s most prominent and informative source for Cooper City, Davie, Miramar, Pembroke Pines and Weston Real Estate. In an effort to keep the public informed, I write real estate blogs and editorials for local magazines.

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Selected from among 500 agents considered for the award this year, I was recently recognized as being #28 in the United States in NAHREP’s Top 250 Latino Agents for the number of transaction sides completed in 2014. I am honored by the distinction as it truly reflects the hard work and dedication of my entire team as we strive towards making a remarkable difference in the lives of families who strive towards sustainable homeownership.

Do you work with attorneys and mortgage professionals? Yes. The Simmsational Team

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City of Pembroke Pines Participates in #SaferBy4 Initiative Community News

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very year, young children lose their lives in the water or while sleeping. The City of Pembroke Pines is participating in the #SaferBy4 Campaign to reduce these preventable child deaths by bringing awareness to water safety and safer sleep practices for infants. The campaign was designed to help children reach their fourth birthday.

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In the last five years in Broward County, the most preventable cause of death of children under the age of one year was from an unsafe sleep environment. The following are some ways to prevent a baby from dying from an accidental, sleep related death: ▸▸ Always place your baby on his or her back for each and every sleep. ▸▸ Place your baby to sleep alone in a crib, bassinet or pack‐n‐play on a firm mattress with a tight fitting crib sheet. ▸▸ No pillows, toys, bumper pads, loose bedding or blankets in the baby’s crib. ▸▸ Do not allow smoking around your baby. ▸▸ Do not allow your baby to sleep in bed with you, other adults or children. ▸▸ Your baby should sleep in the same room with you. ▸▸ Do not allow your baby to overheat. Dress them as you would dress for the day. ▸▸ Offer your baby a clean, dry pacifier when placing baby down for sleep. ▸▸ Breastfeeding is best for your baby. It has many health benefits for mother and baby. ▸▸ Make sure anyone caring for your baby knows that your baby only sleeps Alone on their Back in a Crib (follow the ABCs).

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Drowning occurs in as little as two minutes. Broward County has one of the highest rates of drowning fatalities among children ages one to four each year. Most children who die from a drowning were never intended to be in the water. They wandered away from a supervised area to enter water alone. The #SaferBy4 Campaign offers the following tips: ▸▸ Layers of supervision: Make sure that someone is always actively watching the water when a child is in the pool. Assign a “water watcher” to ensure that a responsible adult is supervising the child. ▸▸ Barriers: Children should never have accessibility to water without being accompanied by an adult. Have several barriers (in case one fails) to physically block a child from a pool. Barriers include door alarms, pool fences, self-latching gates, child proof locks and pool covers. ▸▸ Emergency Response: Early activation of EMS, CPR and Rescue Breathing can mean the difference between life and death. Keep a phone by the pool and learn CPR and Rescue Breathing. ▸▸ Swim Classes: Register your 1-4 year old for one of the Parent and Child or Preschool Level 1 Swim Classes at one of the following Pembroke Pines locations: Pembroke Lakes Pool, Price Park Pool and Towngate Pool. For information, visit www.ppines.com.

City of Pembroke Pines Renames 172nd Avenue in Honor of Fallen Soldier By Debby Teich

ormer Pembroke Pines resident Lance Corporal Patrick Xavier, Jr. was killed in action on May 18, 2010. In his memory, the City of Pembroke Pines has renamed 172nd Avenue to L. Cpl. Patrick Xavier, Jr. Avenue. Family, friends, elected officials and members of the United States Marine Corps 4th Civil Affairs Group gathered at the Pembroke Pines Charter School – FSU Campus Airnasium for the dedication. The Pembroke Pines Police Honor Guard presented the colors. Seven marines, who sat behind the Xavier family, remembered their fallen brother. Vice Mayor Iris Siple, family members, and invited guests shared stories about Xavier’s courage and sacrifice. “We are here today to honor my son, a U.S. Marine, for his courage, dedication and sacrifice in Afghanistan,” said his father, Patrick Xavier Sr. Lance Cpl. Patrick Xavier, Jr. was 24 years old when he died in the Helmand Province in Afghanistan during Operation Enduring Freedom. Assigned to the 3rd Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division, 2nd Marine Expeditionary Force, Xavier was supporting combat operations. He had been in Afghanistan less than four months when he was killed.

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includes both classroom and field instructions. Attendees get a comprehensive overview of law enforcement, as well as exposure to the Pembroke Pines specialized police units, including: K-9, Crime Scene, Patrol Operations, Detective Bureau, Dispatch, Community Policing, Defensive and Weapon training. Participants also go on a ride along with a police officer and shoot various types of weapons at the training center. At the end of the course, they participate in “scenarios” to test their newly acquired knowledge. They also attend an awards and graduation ceremony, where they are presented with a Pembroke Pines Police Department lapel pin, coffee mug, pen and certificate. Graduates can continue their involvement with the Graduates from Civilian Police Academy’s 41st class pose in front the Pembroke Pines Police Department Mobile PPDP by joining the CPA Alumni Association, Community Command Center with Police Chief Daniel Giustino, members of the PPPD Command Staff and CPA Instructors. on Patrol, the Police Department and/or becoming certified Parking Enforcement Specialists. They can also volunteer at Pines Night Out, ave you ever wondered if police departments operate like they do on which will be held on October 23rd this year. television, why officers wear different uniforms, or how police officers are “Our Citizen Police Academy is an outstanding example of the Police trained to handle certain situations? Over the past 20 years, approximately Department’s partnership with the community,” said Daniel Giustino, Chief of 1,200 residents and business owners/employees have discovered the answers at the Pembroke Pines Police Department. “Citizens completing the academy have the Citizens Police Academy (CPA), which is offered by the City of Pembroke Pines the opportunity to become a member in any of our community service programs, Police Department. The 42nd session started last month. The next CPA session such as Community on Patrol, Parking Enforcement, and the Civilian Emergency begins in February 2016 and applications are already being accepted. Response Team. We are very proud of the success of our Citizen Police Academy “Our Civilian Police Academy is an intensive exposure for civilians to law Program.” enforcement,” said Cheryl Watters, PSA with the Community Affairs Unit and CPA Coordinator. “The experience gives participants unique insight into what it takes to be in law enforcement and opportunities to experience police work first hand. The Pembroke Pines Police Department is located at 9500 Pines They learn that being a police officer is not as easy as it looks on TV.” Boulevard, in the Public Safety Complex. For information or an Twice a year, the 15-week class is offered for people, 18 and older, who live or application, visit www.ppines.com, under Police, then under work in Pembroke Pines. It meets on Thursdays, from 7pm to 10pm. The course Community programs. Class size is limited.

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Residents and students can also take advantage of the Preserve’s Environmental Interpretative Center, which is available by appointment. It offers a unique environmental educational opportunity and enhances the learning experience for visitors who want to observe and learn first-hand about the wonders of Florida’s habitat. On Saturdays, from 9am to 12noon, visitors can get a close-up view of the area by renting canoes for only $7/hour. During the self-guided waterway sightseeing excursion, visitors will see surprises at every bend. Jonathon Blake visits the Nature Preserve at least once a month with his family. “I feel lucky to have the nature center so close to home,” said Blake. “My kids and I usually have a contest to see who can spot the most wildlife. Of course, the kids always win! We have seen alligators, deer, interesting birds and so much more.”

he City of Pembroke Pines Chapel Trail Nature Preserve is often called one of Broward County’s best kept secrets. It has become a favorite spot for families, environmentalists, photographers, Audubon Society members, bird watchers and many others. It is accessible to pedestrian, bicycle and vehicular traffic. The Preserve encompasses over 450 acres of reconstructed habitat in Florida’s first known wetland bank (Chapel Trail Conservation District). Since it officially opened in January 2005, it has received numerous honors and awards for serving as an excellent example of how to recreate a wetland. There are 1,650 feet of elevated boardwalks that extend out over the marshy area. The boardwalks allow visitors to view the Preserve’s large assortment of wildlife, which consists of over 120 species of birds, deer, rabbits, alligators, snakes, turtles, largemouth bass, insects, butterflies and more. Educational signs along the boardwalk inform visitors about the plants and wildlife that call the Preserve home. Rest stations also line the boardwalk and provide visitors with an opportunity to take a break to reflect and enjoy the scenery.

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Mayor Ortis and City of Pembroke Pines Awarded for Achievements in Preventing Childhood Obesity By Debby Teich

hildhood obesity is a serious problem in the United States. According to Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, approximately 17% (or 12.7 million) of children and adolescents aged 2-19 are obese. Mayor Frank C. Ortis and the City of Pembroke Pines have been implementing programs to address this issue. The National League of Cities recently recognized Mayor Ortis and the City of Pembroke Pines for the completion of key health and wellness goals for Let’s Move! Cities, Towns and Counties (LMCTC). Launched by the First Lady in February 2010, Let’s Move! is a comprehensive initiative dedicated to solving the problem of obesity within a generation, so that children born today will grow up healthier and able to pursue their dreams. As part of this initiative, LMCTC calls upon local elected officials to adopt long-term, sustainable and holistic approaches to addressing childhood obesity. The LMCTC works nationally with elected officials to adopt policies to improve access to healthy affordable food and opportunities for physical activity for their constituents. Mayor Ortis was presented the “Bronze Medal in Goal III: Smart Servings for Students” for establishing an active collaboration involving the city, schools and other partners to expand access to programs that offer healthy food before, during and after the school day, and/or over the summer months. In addition to the bronze medal for “Smart

Servings for Students,” the City of Pembroke Pines has received two gold medals in the areas of “Model Food Service” and “Active Kids at Play.” NLC President Ralph Becker congratulated Pembroke Pines for its dedication to building a healthier community for children and families. “It is through the tireless leadership and action of local elected officials in cities, towns and counties across the country, we hope to see continued progress in reversing America’s epidemic of childhood obesity,” said Becker. More than 490 cities, towns and counties are participating in LMCTC, and more than 70 million Americans are now living in LMCTC communities that are dedicated to helping young people eat healthy foods and be physically active. All LMCTC sites have the opportunity to earn up to five gold medals, one for each actionable goal to which they commit to as part of the initiative. Since July 2012, the National League of Cities has awarded 2,649 bronze, silver, and gold medals to recognize local elected officials across the country for their LMCTC progress in each of the following areas: ▸▸ Goal I: Start Early, Start Smart – Promoting best practices for nutrition, physical activity, and screen time in early care and education settings ▸▸ Goal II: My Plate, Your Place – Prominently displaying My Plate in all municipal or county venues where food is served ▸▸ Goal III: Smart Servings for Students – Expanding access to meal programs before, during and after the school day, and/or over summer months ▸▸ Goal IV: Model Food Service – Implementing healthy and sustainable food service guidelines that are aligned with the Dietary Guidelines for Americans ▸▸ Goal V: Active Kids at Play – Increasing opportunities for physical activity For information, visit www.HealthyCommunitiesHealthyFuture. org or www.ppines.com.

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ccording to the National Fire Protection Association, half of all U.S. home fire deaths occur at night between the hours of 11pm and 7am, when people are most likely to be sleeping. Having a working smoke alarm in the home cuts the risk of dying in a fire in half. This month, elementary school students (K-5th grade) throughout Pembroke Pines will be learning about the importance of placing smoke alarms in the bedroom. They will be competing in the Pembroke Pines Fire Department’s 19th Annual Fire Prevention Week Poster Contest, which promotes Fire Prevention Week’s theme “Hear the Beep Where You Sleep: Every Bedroom Needs a Working Smoke Alarm.” The deadline to submit posters is September 21. “Fire Prevention Week gives children an opportunity to learn more about fire safety, while our poster contest allows them the Some of the 1st place winners from last year’s contest. opportunity to express their creativity,” said Fire Marshal Sandra can be made on any suitable material and should be appropriate for vertical disLluis. “The location of a working smoke alarms in a home can mean the difference play. Trophies will be awarded for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners in each grade. between life and death. A working smoke alarm can alert occupants to get out of The winning posters will be displayed at Pembroke Pines City Hall during Fire the home before a fire spreads, thus increasing their chances of survival.” Prevention Week, from October 5-8. The Pembroke Pines Fire Department recommends the following smoke alarm During the seven-day campaign in October, the Fire Department will offer a tips to prevent fires: variety of programs aimed at educating the public on fire safety. In addition to the ▸▸ Install smoke alarms in every bedroom, outside each separate sleeping poster contest, there will be fire safety presentations and fire station tours. The area and on every level of the home. Fire Department will also give away thousands of brochures, firefighter helmets, ▸▸ Interconnect all smoke alarms throughout the home. This way, when one coloring books, and stickers. sounds, they all do. “We receive many requests during the month of October for presentations and ▸▸ Test alarms at least monthly by pushing the test button. station tours,” said Lluis. “We recommend that groups call as soon as possible to ▸▸ Replace all smoke alarms when they are 10 years old or sooner if they don’t schedule activities.” respond properly. ▸▸ Make sure everyone in the home knows the sound of the smoke alarm and For information on the Fire Prevention Week poster contest in understands what to do when they hear it. Pembroke Pines, call the Fire Marshall at 954-435-6531. To learn According to the rules, the poster must contain the Fire Prevention Week theme. more about smoke alarms, visit NFPA’s website at www.firepreEach child must make their own poster, which will be judged on originality. Posters ventionweek.org.

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igament injuries to the ankle are more common in children than previously thought. Ligaments connect bones together. When the ligament stretches beyond its elastic limit, partial or complete tears develop. The most common ligament injury in the ankle is due to a twisting injury of the foot down and in. This can occur from sports, twisting the foot under the leg in a hole, or even falling off of a shoe. These injuries may be associated with mild growth plate injuries. Usually the ligament injury or the growth plate is the more dominant problem. A thorough evaluation will best determine the injured part and the extent of it. Because the ligaments in the ankle connect below the growth plate, it was more commonly thought that growth plates are weaker than ligaments and when twisting occurs, the growth plate usually gets injured. With the increased participation in sports at a very young age, the frequency of ankle ligament injuries has been rising. Signs and symptoms include swelling present along the front part of the outer ankle. Swelling may be present on the inner ankle in severe outer ankle sprains and also with an inner ankle sprain where the foot turns down and out. Often immediate difficulty in weightbearing is noted. Discoloration to the ankle and foot may develop after a few days. Immediate evaluation is necessary to determine the extent of injury. The foot, ankle and leg are examined to determine which ligament is injured and the degree of injury associated with it. Testing the ligament’s integrity is also performed to further assess the damage. Examination of the growth plates, tendons and bones around the ankle and foot is performed to determine any associated injuries. X-rays are necessary to determine if there are any associated bone injuries. Growth plates are evaluated to see if they are out of position. MRIs are rarely necessary as a good clinical exam usually provides all the necessary information in formulating a diagnosis and treatment plan. An MRI is done only if there is suspicion of a cartilage injury that cannot be assessed via a clinical examination or x-ray. In terms of treatment, immediate care is necessary to prevent any longterm problems. Mild injuries associated with minimal swelling may be treated with rest, ice, elevation and an ankle brace. Moderate injuries in which a partial tear has occurred may necessitate immobilization for two to six weeks in a removable boot or hard cast. Severe injuries need to be immobilized in a hard fiberglass cast for four to six weeks to allow the ligaments to heal properly. Physical therapy following bracing or cast removal is necessary to improve muscle strength, ankle stability, proprioception (balance), and to restore complete ankle motion. If left untreated, chronic instability commonly develops. Recurring twisting injuries then occur with minimal stress. This will require chronic use of an ankle brace and physical therapy. In most cases surgery would be necessary to surgically reconstruct the ligaments in the ankle and allow a full return to activity. Carlo A. Messina, DPM, is a Board Certified Foot and Ankle Surgeon, Diplomate American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery. He is a Foot and Ankle Surgeon with the Foot, Ankle and Leg Specialists of South Florida and specializes in treating infants, children, teens and adults. His partners are Dr. Robert Sheinberg, Dr. Al DeSimone, Dr. Fernando Moya, Dr. Alexander Bertot, Dr. Mark Fishman, Dr. David Shenassa, Dr. Nathan Vela and Dr. Michael Cohen. The South Florida Institute of Sports Medicine in Weston is located at 1600 Town Center Blvd., Suite C, (954) 389-5900 and in Pembroke Pines at 17842 NW 2nd Street, (954) 430-9901. The practice website is www. SOUTHFLORIDASPORTSMEDICINE.org.

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