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TABLE OF CONTENTS PUBLISHER’S PAGE 10 It’s Graduation Season!

CALENDAR 12, 14 June 2022 FEATURE STORY 17 State Farm Agent Ava Stewart Gives Miramar Home Owners Peace of Mind

CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 24 Greetings from your Chamber of Commerce!

BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT 25 Best Smile Cosmetic Dentistry Offers Dental Precision in a Spa-Like Environment

ASK THE EXPERT SCHOOL NEWS 27 Bunions 20 Voters to Decide on Broward County Schools MESSAGE FROM THE MAYOR Funding Increase in August 28 Miramar Update COMMUNITY NEWS MIRAMAR POLICE 22 Miramar Celebrates Haitian 32 Managing Stress Heritage at the 24th Annual Haitian Compas Festival PET OF THE MONTH 22 Taste of the Caribbean 32 Meet “Carmelita” Islands Returns To Miramar 29 11 Critical Home Inspection FROM THE STATEHOUSE 33 Back in Broward Traps to be Aware of & Hearing from You Weeks Before Listing Your Miramar Home for Sale PUZZLE PAGES INSPIRING INDIVIDUAL 33 Answer Key 24 Miramar Woman Receives 34 Crossword & Sudoku Prestigious NAACP Legal Defense Fund Scholarship

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In some ways, graduating from high school is a more monumental moment in a young person’s life today than ever before. Decisions on what to do next, whether it is attending college, pursuing a trade or joining the military are often the first major decision a person makes on behalf of themselves in their lives. The world today’s graduates are entering looks little like the world graduates faced just ten years ago.

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‘‘Tallahassee is broken.

Our legislative leaders are controlled by big-money special interests and the radical right's agenda.

They don't understand our struggles. They are assaulting our freedoms and individual liberties, and closing the door on opportunities for families to live better lives.

I represented this area as a city and county official for 13 years.

As your Democratic state senator, I will represent everyone in our community, not just the privileged few.’’ - Barbara Dr. Barbara Sharief has been serving our community for nearly three decades. A self-made healthcare entrepreneur, and former Broward County Mayor and city and county commissioner, she understands the struggles so many families face.

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JUNE 11

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Gather in Flamingo Gardens’ outdoor reading area in the shade of the southern live oak where Ms. Barbara will read the children a story related to nature. After the story, Ms. Cintia encourages imagination and mindfulness through yoga. Children (and parents too!) participate in breathing exercises and yoga poses based on the subject of the story and the animals in our sanctuary. 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm at Flamingo Gardens. For more info call 954-473-2955.

Join us for this classic form of storytelling featuring the Three Little Pigs presented in a unique shadow puppet style by Simply Puppets. A show sure to please everyone in your family! The Free show is from 11:00 am till noon at the Miramar Library, 2050 Civic Center Place. For more info call 954-357-8090.

JUNE 10 Barrington Levy

One of the great success stories of the ‘80s, Barrington Levy, arrived on the dancehall scene and swiftly remodeled it in his own image. Although numerous DJs and vocalists would rise and fall during this decade, Levy was one of the few with staying power, and he continued releasing massive hits well into the ‘90s. The Miramar Cultural Center will host him for an incredible night of music. The show starts at 8:00 pm. For tickets or more info call 954-602-4500.

JUNE 13 Flamingo Gardens Orchid Society

If you are crazy about growing orchids or just love the idea of cultivating flowers, be sure to stop in on the monthly meeting of the Flamingo Gardens Orchid Society.

There will be some fun with raffles and a silent auction. Hosted at the Gallery at Flamingo Gardens, 3750 S. Flamingo Rd. Doors open at 7:00 PM, the program begins at 7:30 PM. For more info email flamingogardensorchidsociety@gmail.com.

JUNE 8 School is Out

Celebrate the last day of school with the kids! Broward County Public Schools Last Day of the School year starts Summer Break.

JUNE 11 Free Yoga

Find your place of Zen with neighbors at the Miramar Town Center Plaza during this free yoga session. Led by a professional Yogi and hosted by Miramar Mayor Wayne Messam, these sessions are hosted every Saturday morning from 10:00 am till 11:00 am. For more info call 954-602-3000.

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Father’s Day

Celebrate fathers, fatherhood, paternal bonds, and the influence of fathers in society. Many countries celebrate it on the third Sunday of June, though it is also celebrated widely on other days by many other countries. Happy Father’s Day!

JUNE 19 Fathers Day Fun Day & Picnic

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The First Annual Father’s Day Fun Day and Picnic will be a chance for dads and their families to celebrate with entertainment, wonderful food and great fun. There will be live and DJ’d music, food trucks, refreshments and more. Hosted at Miramar Regional Park, 16801 Miramar Parkway, from 1:00 pm till 8:00 pm.

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JUNE 25 Taste of the Caribbean Islands

Celebrate everything the Caribbean has to offer at this FREE event, sponsored by the City of Miramar and hosted by Commissioner Alexandra Davis. There will be music, food, and art fair and more. Live entertainment: Destra Garcia- The Queen of Bacchanal, Bahamian artist Julien Believe, Lee Kelly Band, DJ Sinistar with Miami Dream Team, Gianpaul& Latin Soul Band. Also featuring Moko Jumbie Stilt Walkers. 2:00 pm - 10:00 pm at Vizcaya Park, 14200 SW 55th Street.

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On June 19, 1865, Union Army General Gordon Granger road into Galveston, Texas to enforce Abraham Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation in the last, most remote known location in the South. Since then, the date has been celebrated as the end of American slavery. It is helpful to reflect on the darkest parts of our history in order for us to look forward. Join together with friends and neighbors to celebrate the freedoms we have and the progress that still needs to come.

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Ava considers herself a citizen of the world. She is a woman of Jamaican descent who is a second-generation State Farm Agent. Ava began her insurance career working in her father’s office as a teenager. She learned the importance of putting clients first from a young age and is incredibly proud of her Caribbean heritage.

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roward County Public Schools (BCPS) is presenting voters with a referendum that will appear on the August 23, 2022, primary election ballot. “The Secure the Next Generation” referendum would increase property owner’s contribution by 0.50 millage points from current levels.

A millage rate refers to the amount of property tax paid based on the assessed value of a piece of real estate. One mill is equal to 1/1,000. For example, a 1 mill tax on a $100,000 property would yield a net tax of $100.

The school district says it will use funds to recruit and retain high-quality teachers and eligible staff by increasing compensation, providing additional school resource officers and school safety staff, and, enhancing essential programs, such as mental health services.

The current ½ mill assessment will expire next year if the proposal is not approved by

By Our City Staff

voters in August. ​​“If the referendum doesn’t pass, we would have zero, which means our teachers would not receive any of the supplements that they receive now,” said Broward School Board Member Laurie Rich Levinson.

If the proposal passes it will generate about $177 million annually, which represents more than 5% of the district’s total annual expenditures. The majority of the funds will be used to attract and retain teachers by augmenting salaries.

In addition to BCPS, Charter Schools are set to receive $45 million in funds.

“The counties on both sides of us are actually recruiting some of our top talent from Broward County Public Schools,” said Superintendent Vicki Cartwright.

Broward County spends about $12,000 per student per year. The county’s expenditures are slightly higher than the state of Florida overall, but lag neighboring Miami

Dade and Palm Beach Counties. According to BCPS the average Broward homeowner would see a tax increase of about $23 per month following the adoption of the proposal.

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Voters can learn more by visiting www.browardschools.com/secure.

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Miramar Celebrates Haitian Heritage at the 24th Annual Haitian Compas Festival

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or the 24th time, people worldwide came together to celebrate Haitian heritage and culture at the Haitian Compas Festival. Since its inception, the Festival has been the go-to event of the year in the Haitian Music Industry.

Even after a brief pause, it continues to proudly highlight and promote the depth and richness of Haitian culture through food, art, and music.

This year’s festival was hosted at the Miramar Regional Park Amphitheater on May 14th and May 15th with an extensive list of artists including T-Vice, Ekip, Klass, Vayb, Djakout#1, Oswald, Shassy, Danola, DJ FMA, Kenny Haiti, Zikos, DJ bullet, DJ Heavy, Nicky Mixx, Master Brain and many more!

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TASTE OF THE CARIBBEAN ISLANDS RETURNS TO MIRAMAR

IN A NEW LOCATION AT VIZCAYA PARK

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The highlight of the evening he City of Miramar will celebrate Caribbean American will be a live performance by the Heritage Month in June with Queen of Bacchanal Destra Garcia, its new and improved signature Bahamian Julien Believe, Gianpaul event, Taste of the Caribbean & Latin Soul Band and Reggae Islands. This year’s event will star Lee Kelly & Dwhas Band. DJ feature a Book & Art Fair, Culinary Sinistar and Steelie Back of the Demos, Food Fest, and a Live Miami Dream Team as well as the Concert at Miramar’s Vizcaya USVI Moko Jumbie stilt dancers Park located at 14200 SW 55th will be on hand to delight guests St. Miramar, FL 33027 on Saturday, throughout the event.

June 25, 2022, from 2:00 p.m. to Commissioner Alexandra 10:00 p.m.

Davis stated, “This year’s event H o s t e d b y M i r a m a r is going to be bigger and better Commissioner Alexandra P. Davis, than before in a brand-new location the event will bring out local at Vizcaya Park! We are kicking Caribbean food vendors including things off earlier in the day with a a variety of food trucks, artists and book and art fair and tantalizing authors showcasing their latest culinary demonstrations from releases. The event is free to attend renowned Caribbean Chefs. Get with food and drinks, including your tastebuds ready because with spirits, available for purchase. over 20 Caribbean food trucks, Registration is available at www. this is going to be an evening you TasteCaribIslands.Eventbrite.com. won’t want to miss! Whether your 22 / Our City Miramar / June 2022 / OurCityMedia.com

preference is Jamaican, Cuban, Haitian, Trinidadian, Bahamian or any of the other signature dishes from your favorite Caribbean Island, you will be in for a culinary treat! We have a great lineup of Caribbean artists scheduled to perform to set the vibe right for a great time for the entire family.”

Two home grown artists, Richard Blackford and David Muir will be present to showcase cherished art

pieces from the Caribbean. The Children’s Trust will give away free books to the kids. Novelty items from the Caribbean islands will also be on sale.

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For more information on events taking place in the City of Miramar to celebrate Caribbean American Heritage Month in June, visit www.MiramarFl.gov or call 954-602-3178.

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Miramar Woman Receives Prestigious NAACP Legal Defense Fund Scholarship

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iramar resident, Nastassia “Tazzy” Janvier was awarded a scholarship from the Marshall-Motley Scholars Program (MMSP). Named in honor of the legendary civil rights attorney and LDF founder Thurgood Marshall, and iconic civil rights litigator Constance Baker Motley, the Marshall-Motley Scholars Program (MMSP) is a groundbreaking commitment to endow the South with the next generation of civil rights lawyers trained to provide legal advocacy of unparalleled excellence.

Established by the NAACP Legal Defense Fund (LDF), the MMSP is committed to identifying and investing in the next generation of aspiring lawyers dedicated to pursuing racial justice in the South, and for whom this work is a personal and professional calling.

In exchange for a full law school scholarship and professional development, Tazzy will devote the first eight years of her legal career to practicing civil rights law in service of Black communities in the South. The scholarship will cover tuition, room, board, and incidentals to alleviate the debt burden that can prevent future lawyers from pursuing careers as a civil rights attorneys.

Tazzy was born in Port-Au-Prince, Haiti and grew up in Miramar. After growing up in Miramar, the first-generation college graduate attended Florida State University, where she became President of the FSU Student Government Association.

Janvier graduated from FSU in May 2020 with her bachelor’s degree in interdisciplinary social science. She continued her education at Florida State and earned a master’s degree in public administration this past spring.

Founded in 1940 by Thurgood Marshall, LDF was launched at a time when equity and due process were stifled by widespread state-sponsored racial inequality. Over the next 80 years, LDF challenged those injustices and remains at the forefront of developing and supporting many of our nation’s legendary civil rights lawyers and leaders.

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By Patty Archen

e are very proud of the resilience the business community has shown throughout the pandemic and during the struggle for recovery. While we did not make it through without some personal and professional casualties, we truly believe that our businesses are stronger for having risen to the challenges and adapted to the difficult circumstances.

We currently have many new businesses moving in to the Miramar and Pembroke Pines areas, and we are thrilled to celebrate each one with a special Ribbon Cutting ceremony. All Ribbon Cutting ceremonies on our calendar are open to the public, and we invite you to celebrate with your new neighbors.

Be the first to try new products and services in our community and become a champion for shopping and supporting small and local businesses.

On June 30th, we will be celebrating the winners of our annual business and community awards and installing our 2023-2024 Board of Directors at the 26th annual Pinnacle Awards Celebration. See award categories and sponsors or make a nomination at miramarpembrokepines.org/pinnacle.

If you have a business in the area, or if your ideal customers are in Miramar or Pembroke Pines, come check out what the chamber can offer you. Chamber membership offers businesses visibility in the community, networking opportunities, support through advocacy, and credibility in the eyes of consumers. Membership is an investment in your business! We have over 600 business members that are ready to get to know you and start doing business with you.

Now and in the future, the Chamber is dedicated to being a Convener of Leaders, a Catalyst for positive change, and a Champion for a strong business community. For more information and our event calendar, visit miramarpembrokepines.org.

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unions are readily apparent and are not only are they painful, but for many people they are unsightly. The faulty mechanical structure of the foot along with certain foot types will predispose one to this common foot deformity.

The bunion deformity is not just a big bump on the side of the big toe, but a change in the bony framework of the first metatarsal phalangeal joint that creates a change to the biomechanics of the forefoot. This deformity is progressive in nature and early treatment is very important because chronic deformities require surgical fixation. Nonsurgical treatment will range from changes in shoe gear, padding, orthotics, and medication all guided by a podiatric physician.

Surgical treatment with cutting-edge technology in minimally-invasive bunion repair is unlike any traditional surgical bunion repair. The new minimally-invasive surgical (MIS) bunion repair requires less trauma to the big toe joint, utilizes a tiny incision that is 2 to 4 times smaller than the traditional surgical repair and allows patients to have a faster post-operative rehabilitation therapy.

Depending on age, level of activity, quality of bone, and overall health, the foot and ankle surgeon will discuss the most appropriate method for maintaining correction through the minimally invasive procedure. This new minimally invasive surgical repair can help those who suffer from this deformity return to day-to-day activities faster with a more cosmetically pleasing outcome.

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Dr. John Goodner is a Board Certified Reconstructive Foot and Ankle Surgeon with the Foot, Ankle and Leg Specialists of South Florida and specializes in sports medicine foot and ankle injuries, foot and ankle arthroscopy, lower extremity trauma, and lower extremity deformities in infants, children, teens and adults. The South Florida Institute of Sports Medicine is located at 17842 NW 2nd St Pembroke Pines, FL 33029-2806. You can reach the office at (954) 430-9901. www.SouthFloridaSportsMedicine.com.

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MESSAGE FROM THE MAYOR

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s we approach the summer months, you may have begun to plan summer activities and travel with the family. The beauty of South Florida is that we can choose to do a staycation here in South Florida, visit the Caribbean or catch a flight to visit any one of our United States. All of this is wonderful but let’s remember that with the official start of summer also comes Hurricane Season in our beloved area. It’s important that as we make arrangements for the fun things we do, we also take proper precautions and plan for the unknowns as well. The City of Miramar Fire-Rescue Department has the complete preparedness guide on their website which can be found here, https://www.miramarfl. gov/283/Emergency-Management. Please take time to be prepared for all the things that may occur during the summer.

The post pandemic migration to South Florida, along with a great quality of life in Miramar, has played a part in the escalating property values we are seeing with record sales exceeding $1.5 million for homes and apartment rental rates in our city making

MIRAMAR UPDATE

By Mayor Wayne M. Messam Miramar one of the least affordable cities in With the completion of these developments, Florida according to the Sun-Sentinel. This our parents and senior loved ones can have news is a double edge sword of sorts - while a place of their own with services that enable we love the fact that our property values them to enjoy their best years and meet a are at an all-time high, there are many of much needed service in our great city. our young adults, the working class and One more item, I would like to congratseniors who are being displaced. To address ulate all of our graduating seniors. We are housing barriers for our seniors, our city is proud of them for reaching this milestone and currently building 2 senior affordable housing wish our future leaders the best in the next projects as Public Private Partnerships. Casa phase of their lives.

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11 Critical Home Inspection Traps to be Aware of Weeks Before Listing Your Miramar Home for Sale

By Kim Cox

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iramar, according to industry experts, there are over 33 physical problems that will come under scrutiny during a home inspection when your home is for sale. A new report has been prepared which identifies the eleven most common of these problems, and what you should know about them before you list your home for sale.

Whether you own an old home or a brand new one, there are a number of things that can fall short of requirements during a home inspection. If not identified and dealt with, any of these 11 items could cost you dearly in terms of repair.

That’s why it’s critical that you read this report before you list your home. If you wait until the building inspector flags these issues for you, you will almost certainly experience costly delays in the close of your home sale or, worse, turn prospective buyers away altogether. In

most cases, you can make a reasonable pre-inspection yourself if you know what you’re looking for and knowing what you’re looking for can help you prevent little problems from growing into costly and unmanageable ones.

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THE DONOWAY CENTER Pancreatic NanoKnife Tumor Ablation for Advanced and Oligo-Metastatic Pancreatic Cancer

If you are being treated for advanced or oligometastatic pancreatic cancer you may want to contact Dr. Robert Donoway at ATLAS ONCOLOGY in Hollywood, Florida.

Dr Donoway is using multi-modality therapy combining Pancreatic NanoKnife Tumor Ablation with chemo-immunoradio therapy to treat advanced stage cancer patients from around the world after they have stopped responding to standard of care therapy and have been left with few options for further treatment.

With over 32 years of experience performing pancreatic surgery in south Florida, Dr Donoway recognized that because of late diagnosis, up to 85% of patients treated for pancreatic cancer already had metastatic disease at the time of diagnosis. This fact limited the benefit many patients might receive from pancreatic surgery, which is problematic as surgery has been long held to be the only reproduceable therapy for cure; whereas in reality surgery is currently more likely Palliative in almost 80% of the cases.

Recent evidence shows that when even advanced disease is treated aggressively in an integrated approach, incorporating NanoKnife surgery with chemotherapy and now supplemented with immunotherapy, long-term survivorship can be achieved, especially when compared to chemotherapy alone.

Dr Donoway has been a pioneer in the use of pancreatic NanoKnife, especially for complex cases. During the past decade, patients from around the world have traveled to benefit from

this groundbreaking treatment by Dr Donoway, which is FDA approved. Dr Donoway also treats other advanced cancers, such as liver, Breast, and sarcomas, using NanoKnife Surgery based on its FDA approved guidelines. Patients experience a brief recovery, which means the patient can start chemotherapy and radiation that much sooner.

Dr Donoway feels that “we are long overdue to revise our approach to treating Pancreatic Ca. The treatment history been largely unchanged for over 80 years and has just broken the 10% five year survivorship barrier. Only thru thinking outside the box will we accomplish the positive. Otherwise, all we’re doing is confirming Einstein‘s definition of insanity.”

Dr Donoway is involved in ongoing research in identifying the best chemo-immuno therapy and sequencing to be used along with Pancreatic nanoKnife/IRE . Dr Donoway states, “the results so far have been very encouraging and we have begun using it for other select cancers. Among his longest survivors are now patients over nine years without evidence of cancer recurrence. In the past, without IRE they would have lived a little over a year, and so this technique opens a whole new avenue for treating those eligible patients in a more targeted fashion.”

Dr Donoway has presented his results of pancreatic ablation at the recent annual meeting of the American Pancreatic Association. For more information about Dr Donoway and the pancreatic IRE/NanoKnife program call 954-986-6366 or visit www.atlasoncology.com

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Dr Donoway served on the Board of the American Cancer Society and Gildas club. He has also served as past president of the American Cancer Society Broward chapter and serves on the board of trustees of the Ancient Spanish Monastery.

Dr Donoway is active in the The American and International Hepato-Pancreatico-Biliary Associations, The Pancreas Club, Society of Surgical Oncology and the American Pancreatic Association. His accomplishments include being the first surgeon in Florida to perform radio frequency ablation as well as laparoscopic major liver resection.

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Managing Stress

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s we continue to navigate through these unprecedented times, many people are faced with an enormous amount of stress. With social issues ranging from loss of income to the housing crisis to medical-related concerns, the list can go on, it becomes necessary to be able to identify stress and understand ways to manage it.

The American Institute of Stress describes stress as physical, mental, or emotional strain or tension (2022). This tension is often related to one or several trigger events. How people react to stress varies and is based on individual circumstances, but it is important to respect all feelings as they are valid to that person.

Everyone experiences some stress in life. However, prolonged exposure can lead to long-term adverse effects including emotional problems such as depression or anxiety, and or physical ailments such as high blood pressure and heart disease. The negative impact of stress not only effects an individual but also hurts the people in their life as well. The systemic adverse effect of stress can be seen within families, at the work or school setting, impacts crime rates, and other social issues. Although we cannot always eliminate stress, there are things that can be done to help manage it. Learning how to identify symptoms and ways to manage them, can help contribute to a healthier lifestyle.

Symptoms can manifest in different ways. A person may experience emotional symptoms consisting of feeling overwhelmed and nervous, low self-esteem, agitation, avoidance, and sadness.

They may also experience cognitive symptoms including difficulty concentrating, poor judgment, pessimism, and over worrying. When we are experiencing unhealthy emotional and cognitive symptoms, this can contribute to physical symptoms as well such as stomach issues, chest pain, fatigue, frequent illness, and symptoms related to the nervous system.

Managing stress starts with a healthy lifestyle including healthy eating, getting enough sleep, exercising, being with supportive people, and engaging in healthy activities that support mental well-being. Think about activities that have helped you cope and or manage stress in the past, and work that into a daily routine.

For some it may be connecting with nature, for others, it may be engaging in spiritual activities, journaling, or meditating. What works for one person may not always work for another, learn what works for you and engage in it. Making this a part of your daily routine will help you build a healthier you and make you more resistant to stress.

Empowering you and your family with knowledge on stress and ways to mitigate it, contributes to everyone’s overall mental health, and builds a stronger community! Taking care of yourself is so important and knowing when to seek professional help is part of that process.

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“Carmelita”

Meet Carmelita. She is a 4 year old chihuahua. She loves to mingle with other dogs especially with her Boston terrier sister Carmen, they are inseparable, she likes to chase squirrels and also the two in house cats. Her favorite thing to do is eat anything especially treats, she was last seen sleeping in her mommy’s lap.

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FROM THE STATEHOUSE

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By Senate Democratic Leader Lauren Book

ince returning from Tallahassee, it has been my priority to meet with constituents across Broward County and to hear from you. And in these conversations, I have learned that Floridians are concerned with two things- the rising cost of living and, more recently, women’s access to reproductive healthcare.

I am well aware of the affordability crisis Floridians are facing. Food and gas prices continue to rise, the cost of childcare has increased by as much as 200% in parts of the state, and rent and home insurance are skyrocketing. Instead of wasting time waging culture wars and fighting partisan politics, I led my Caucus to bring real fiscal relief for Florida’s families.

Improving maternal and infant health outcomes is central to my legislative agenda. In 2021, I championed legislation to extend Medicaid’s postpartum coverage from just two months to an entire year. And last month, my bill was signed into law directing Medicaid to cover donor breast milk for Florida’s smallest and most premature babies, alleviating the cost to families and hospitals.

1 in 3 families struggles to pay for diapers. I have been fighting to provide Florida families relief since my own kids were in diapers because parents should never bear a tax burden on essential items to keep their children safe and healthy. That is why I worked to include a sales tax exemption beginning July 1st, 2022 on diapers for babies so that parents can more easily afford products to keep their infants healthy and clean. This tax break also includes youth clothes and shoes for a full year.

Following the Supreme Court decision leak indicating the court is poised to strike down Roe v. Wade, people across our state and country are speaking up to voice their opposition. In swift response, I stood among leaders and advocates to fight any action removing a woman’s basic human right to make personal healthcare decisions. And as the Senate Democratic Leader, I will bring this fight to Tallahassee, mobilizing lawmakers across our state to fiercely protect a woman’s right to choose.

Next up: A Special Session to address our homeowners’ insurance crisis

I was proud to lead the Senate Democrats in a bipartisan call for a Special Session to address the current property insurance crisis, which needs immediate attention to protect Floridians’ property and their pocketbooks. I am pleased to report that the Governor has agreed, and we will return to Tallahassee to hopefully lower your insurance premiums. Stay tuned!

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