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Walk for the Animals attracts more than 3,000 participants

More than 3,000 people and their pets took part in Walk for the Animals.

Walk for the Animals, presented by Pet Supermarket, took place at Bayfront Park, 301 N. Biscayne Blvd., and was an exciting and worthwhile activity for the entire family — and, of course their dogs. The Walk is the Humane Society of Greater Miami’s largest annual community event, attracting more than 3,000 people. This year’s grand [...]

Upgrade your community with new CAM education

MITCH DRIMMER, CAM

Most condominium and homeowner associations are managed by a licensed manager, either through a management company, or individually-managed. Such managers are the “CEO” of the association, and although answerable to a board of directors, each must be licensed and should be well-versed in attendant responsibilities. Florida requires community association managers to be licensed by the [...]

There can be no solution unless we fix our preconceptions about our finances

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As Americans, we all long for a solution to our nation’s economic problems. However most of us realize that there can be no solution to our financial troubles unless we fix our preconceptions about our finances in general. I spoke to one local worker who isn’t very optimistic about the economy. In his view, it [...]

City Envisions Improved Livability for the Palmetto Expressway

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  The Florida Department of Transportation and the Miami-Dade County Expressway are planning future improvements to the Palmetto Expressway from I-75 to the Golden Glades Interchange at I-95. The Project Development and Environmental Study, or PD&E, will evaluate lane additions, managed (toll) lanes, safety and bus rapid transit. The Study runs from 2011 to 2014. [...]

The City of Miami Gardens 3rd Annual Black History Showcase “A Night of Entertainment”

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The City of Miami Gardens Parks and Recreation Department held the 3rd Annual Black History Showcase, titled “A Night of Entertainment” on February 29, 2012. Participants of the City of Miami Gardens Shining Stars After-School program, the Future Men and Women of Miami Gardens Mentoring program and City staff coordinated various skits, activities, information and [...]

MEET ME AT THE SUMMIT

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Hosted by Councilwoman Felicia Robinson Receives Positive Community Support and Achieves Success in Educating and Informing the Residents of the City Councilwoman Felicia Robinson is resolved and determined to empower, educate and strengthen the citizens residing in Miami Gardens through a series of Economic Empowerment Summits. On Saturday, February 11th, she hosted Meet Me at [...]

‘Jazz in the Gardens’ Magical Lucky 7th Year Draws 48,000 Fans With Some Celebrity Surprises

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Almost 50,000 people from all over the world attended what is being called “the BEST Jazz in the Gardens yet”, on March 17th & 18th, 2012 at Sun Life Stadium in Miami Gardens. The lucky 7th year enjoyed its highest attendance levels ever; perfect mild and sunny weekend weather; exotic foods including the festival favorite [...]

Be Aware, Be Informed And Participate At The Recreation And Fitness Expo

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The Recreation And Fitness Exposition will take place at the Betty T. Ferguson Recreational Complex Saturday January 21, 2012 from 10am – 4pm. The Recreation And Fitness Expo will raise awareness to both Miami Gardens and Miami Dade County residents of all the services offered by the City Of Miami Gardens Parks And Recreation Department [...]

A Message from your Public Works Director: Swales as an Environmental Benefit

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Swales around the City are strips of land usually located in front of a house between the sidewalk and the street. Swales play an important role in the protection of our environment and the beauty of our City. First, they are an area for natural drainage for stormwater that falls on streets, sidewalks, and driveway [...]

Red Light Camera Program a Success

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The lady came into the City C l e r k ’s o f f i c e o b v i o u s l y upset, insisting that she had been a safe driver for over 20 years and there is no way she would have run a red light, even on a [...]

Councilman David Williams Jr. Sponsors 2011 Miami Gardens Elementary Science and Engineering Fair

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City of Miami Gardens Councilman David Williams Jr. will host the Miami Gardens Elementary Science and Engineering Fair on Monday, December 12, 2011, in the Science Department at St. Thomas University located at 16401 NW 37th Avenue, Miami Gardens, FL 33054. The exhibits will be on display from 8am – 4pm. Over 100 students from [...]

Councilman Oliver Gilvert Gives a Warm Thanksgiving to All

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Thanksgiving is always seen as a time to show thanks, but what is often overlooked is that Thanksgiving is the beginning of the season of giving. As was the case on Saturday, November 19, 2011 when Councilman Oliver Gilbert (Miami Gardens, Seat 6) partnered with 100 Black Men of South Florida, the brothers of the [...]

The Golden Garden Senior Program at Women’s Night Out

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During the month of October, the City of Miami Gardens Golden Garden Senior Program hosted an exciting night filled with fun, food and educational information on breast cancer. This event is held annually by Aventura Hospital and Medical Center in conjunction with Aventura Diagnostic Breast Center and the Aventura Comprehensive Cancer Center. This event was [...]

Home Depot Community Grant assists CMG Parks & Recreation Department with completing the Senior Residential Beautification Project

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This past summer the City of Miami Gardens Parks and Recreation Department was awarded the Home Depot Senior Residential Beatification Project Grant to refurbish two (2) senior citizen homes within the City of Miami Gardens. Interested seniors were required to complete an application, provide a current income statement, and an assessment of their home. The [...]

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