On March 26, 2013, Mayor Steven C. Bateman and Congressman Joe Garcia walked throughout Downtown Homestead to discuss the City’s current needs. The tour kicked off at Homestead’s newest restaurant – Lucky’s Pub & Grub and finished at El Toro Taco. Congressman Joe Garcia was also joined by his Chief of Staff, Mr. Jeffrey Garcia, [...]
On Saturday, February 23, 2013, Project Start Off Smart held their 5th Annual Hearts & Soles 5K Walk & Run. The event was hosted at the Homestead-Miami Speedway. I want to relay my heartfelt appreciation to all those who participated to raise funds for the victims of domestic violence.
Mayor Bateman has conversation with Governor Rick Scott after State Attorney's Human Trafficking Press Conference. Mayor Bateman has joined forces with the State Attorney's Office to prevent and promote awareness regarding human trafficking - modern-day slavery. Mayor met Ms. Allison Goode during State Attorney's Human Trafficking Press Conference held on Wednesday, February 13, 2013. Ms. [...]
On Wednesday, February 27, 2013, the Mayor's Community Policing and Crime Watch Committee joined Keys Cove residents to collaborate and strategize on crime prevention for the community. Officer Robbie Tate and Crime Watch Committee Members Dr. James Tranthem, Bonnie Moran, Telma Martinez, Terry Lytle and Conward S. Thompson were all in attendance. The meeting was [...]
On Wednesday, February 13th, I had the pleasure of visiting Keys Gate Charter School and Keys Gate Charter High School. The visit began in the K-2 building, then to Keys Gate Charter High and then to the 3-7 building. In the K-2 Building I visited classrooms, witnessed a wonderful presentation by the cheerleaders and a [...]
On April 13, 2013, I attended the “A Starry Night” Gala presented by City National Bank to benefit the Miami Bridge Youth & Family Services. Miami Bridge is a place of caring and sharing which offers troubled youth and families hope and opportunities for a brighter future. The event was held on the rooftop terrace [...]
On March 14, 2013 Mayor Steven C. Bateman introduced representatives of AeroGroup, Inc. to several business owners and community leaders in the City of Homestead. The informal meeting was a meet and greet to discuss what AeroGroup’s future needs would be once operating in our community. At the same time, AeroGroup was introduced to services [...]
On August 28, 2012, I attended the Dedication Ceremony and Open House for Miami Dade Fire Rescue Station No. 16. The station replaces the existing fire station that was located on the site. The new station will increase service and efficiency and will lower response time.
On August 8, 2012, I had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Rafael Castillo, a Paralympics Swimmer who will be part of the US Swim Team at the 2012 Paralympics Games in London. I presented Mr. Castillo with a City of Homestead proclamation and wished him the best of luck. Pictured left to Right: Peggy Wells, [...]
On August 23, 2012, I was re-elected to the Board of Directors of the prestigious Florida League of Mayors. The Florida League of Mayors was created in November of 2005 and is the official nonpartisan organization of mayors in the state of Florida. The League is governed by a 21-member Board of Directors. Of the [...]
On Thursday August 9, 2012, I invited a group of twenty people from Homestead’s Haitian Community to accompany me on a tour of the Krome Avenue campus of Dade Medical College. Our group was met by Mr. Alfredo Soler, the Campus Director, who led the visit of the various buildings the College. The goal of [...]
On August 7, 2012, the Mayor’s Policing & Citizens’ Crime Watch Committee of Homestead and I had the pleasure of participating in the 2012 National Night Out event. National Night Out, also known as NNO, is a crime and drug prevention event that brings together residents, law enforcement agencies, civic groups, businesses, neighborhood organizations, and [...]
On the 20th Anniversary of Hurricane Andrew, we found ourselves preparing for Tropical Storm Isaac. This time, we were prepared. Homestead was recently recognized by the National Weather Service as a StormReady® community. The StormReady® program better prepares community leaders and residents for hazardous weather and flooding through advance planning, education, and awareness. StormReady® is [...]
