Miami Laker August 17, 2018

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New Town Center parking garage opens August 16

As of Thursday, August 16, Miami Lakes Town Center has a new parking option for visitors and residents to Main Street and downtown Miami Lakes.

The Graham Companies announced the opening of the Town Center parking garage located east of On The Border and just to the west of Miami Lakes Town Hall. With over 300 spaces available, the new building is a great addition for visitors looking for parking.

“We are excited to have the garage now open as a parking alternative for patrons of Main Street,” said Andrea Graham Rechichi, vice president of Corporate Relations at The Graham Companies. “And even better, as is consistent with all of Town Center, the parking garage is free and open to the public which is the opposite of what you see everywhere else in South Florida.”

Crescent Pointe, the mixed-

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use building located along N.W. 67 Avenue, is nearing completion. The building already has signed leases with Sergio’s Cuban Cafe + Grill, Mercantil Bank, and Jersey Mike’s. Philip Wyllie, Leasing Manager for The Graham Companies, claims leasing interest has been strong with Crescent Pointe due to the building’s location along N.W. 67 Avenue as well as being within steps of the new 6600 Main Street Town Center project.

“Merchants are interested in accessibility and visibility,” said Wyllie. “With the Town Center project, prospective merchants are motivated about the convenience and walkability this building will offer with the office buildings and residential units.”

Crescent Pointe’s building completion is set for early Fall with the new merchant buildouts following in time for the holidays.

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Back to School notes for area schools..........See Pages 19-20

17 prospective town managers have been selected for interviews

By David L. Snelling The Miami Laker staff Fourteen candidates and three alternates seeking the town manager’s position for Miami Lakes made the first round cut and will be interviewed over a two-day period for the Town Manager Selection Committee to narrow the list of applicants to seven by September.

The committee will examine and grill the candidates for six hours during two meetings scheduled for Monday, August 27 and Tuesday, August 28 via Skype in the Council Chambers at Town Hall.

The 6:30 p.m. meetings will not be streamlined live but recorded and released on the town’s website after the interviews are complete.

The committee will pick their top seven choices for current council members and new council members, who will be

NEW TOWN CENTER parking garage opens on August 16.

elected on November 6, to interview and determine the best person for the job.

Miami Lakes hopes to have a new town manager on board by early next year to replace Alex Rey, who’s retiring to take advantage of the government’s DROP program.

During the committee’s July 31 meeting, the seven-member panel picked six local candidates and 11 who reside in South Carolina, North Carolina, California, Nevada, Illinois and Oklahoma.

They made the first cut based on the committee’s criteria for the position and current job performances including a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university,

bilingual (English and Spanish), ICMA credentials as a town manager, management experience in the public and private sector, and experience of managing a budget of $15 million or more.

The candidates, starting with the highest average of 42.7 points and ending with the lowest at 33 points, include North Miami Beach City Manager Anna Garcia; Bell, California City Manager Howard Brown; Bay Harbor Assistant Town Manger Juan Jimenez; former Southport, North Carolina interim city manager John Bauer; former New Port Richey, Florida assistant city manager Martin Murphy; former Aiken, (Please see Page 2)

BGEC’s Bobcat Dancers elect officers for 2018-19

BOB GRAHAM EDUCATION CENTERʼS Bobcat Dance Team has new officers for the 2018-2019 school year. Eighth graders (from left) Susanna Inguanzo, Cassandra Balmaseda, Kaitlyn Vilches and Sophia Inguanzo, will lead the team of 28 dancers for the next year. The Bobcat Dancers perform at school events, winter and spring recitals, as well as at the district and state dance competition levels. The dance team is coached by long-time BGEC teacher and dance coach Mayri Martinez.

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jTown Manager Selection Committee selects 17 for in-depth interviews (Continued from Page 1) South Carolina city manager John Klimm; City Consulting Service Consultant Sergio Purrinos; Stevenson Lexus Frederick Specialist Dennis Stark; Doral’s Deputy City Manager Albert Childress; Miami Lakes’ CFO Ismael Diaz; former Jackson county manager Lyndon Bonner; former South Palm Beach town manager Bob Vitas; PGA West Association (California) General Manager Scott Randle; and Apopka, Florida City Administrator Glenn Irby.

The committee ranked Klimm, Purrinos and Stark tied with sixth place, each earning 37 points from the group.

Three alternates were selected to replace candidates should they decide to withdraw their candidacy.

Effingham, Illinois City Administrator James Arndt and former Sallisaw, Oklahoma city manager Clayton Lucas were tied for 13 with 33.16 points, and Miami Lakes resident Edward Piderman, a former deputy fire chief, was ranked 14 with 33 points based on the committee’s score cards.

One notable candidate who has a history with Miami Lakes didn’t make the cut.

Marielena Salazar, Shared Services director for MiamiDade County’s technology department and a former Miami Lakes assistant town manager

under Rey for six years, was not chosen to be interviewed for the job, as she was among the 37 candidates vying to replace her former boss.

The committee will draw up their series of questions for the candidates during the interviews to make sure they are a good fit for Miami Lakes.

The new town manager must be effective in carrying out the town’s strategic plan, responsive to the needs of elected officials and residents, possess good project management skills, a good public speaker, creative, a mediator, and able to handle difficult situations.

Though not a requirement, the committee may ask candidates would they be willing to move to Miami Lakes if they are hired for the job.

The next town’s top administrator will earn a $120,000 a year salary, oversee a $20 million budget and a small Town Hall staff, hire and fire employees and bring vending contracts before council members for their approval, among other duties.

When selected, he/she will become Miami Lakes’ sixth town manager since incorporation in 2000. Merritt Steirheim, Dennis Green, Alex Rey, Evelyn Roig and Frank Bocanegra served the Town of Miami Lakes. Steirheim and Roig were interim town managers.

Residents face ‘sticker shock’ on cost of underground power lines

By David L. Snelling The Miami Laker staff After Hurricane Irma left a trail of damages in South Florida, Miami Lakes residents living in Lake Patricia and Lake Katharine were without power for 10 days since their neighborhoods have overhead power lines.

They turned to the town’s elected voices about burying the power lines underground like other areas, where residents’ power was restored in six hours following the tempest.

But when a town engineer assessed the costs for a six-year project through a bond that would impact 465 homes in neighborhoods with overhead power lines, residents left the meeting concerned about paying $50,000 each over a 30-year period.

The amount averages out to about $1,888 per home a year and only residents with overhead power lines would foot the bill.

But the town would need residents’ approval through a referendum to proceed with the project.

Concerned they may absorb all of the costs for underground utilities, the residents plan to attend the September 4 Town Council meeting and voice their displeasure.

“We need to open up a discussion into the reduction of project cost per homeowner or alternative ways of paying for

this project,” the residents of Lake Patricia and Lake Katherine said in a letter. “Be informed before you vote. The town is planning to move this project forward as soon as possible.”

According to the residents, at a July 23 meeting, a preliminary assessment was given by the town for the 30-year bond that would impact their homes but the estimates were given without an official project assessment.

They said the assessment will cost an estimated $50,000$80,000, which would be addd to the over cost of the project.

According to the town’s presentation, the estimated cost of conversion for six miles of underground wiring is between $12 and $15 million.

Residents were also concerned that the costs would more likely be calculated on unit size (square footage or lot size) and not divided evenly over 465 units.

“At the assumed projected costs, this project will possibly negatively impact our property resale values for the next 30 years,” the letter said. “Can we afford underground utilities at these costs.”

Councilmember Nelson Rodriguez said the meeting was just a fact-finding session and to make sure FPL cost estimates were accurate for the project.

He said a town survey discovered 90 percent of the resi-

dents were well informed but 60 percent of them were “very” concerned with the rates.

Rodriguez said about 51 percent of the residents indicated they wouldn’t mind placing the 30-year bond on an upcoming ballot.

“The bond is not a burden on the entire tax base for Miami Lakes, but those in the affected areas,” Rodriguez said. “It’s a difficult decision they would have to make. The town got involved when they asked us to help them.”

“We need to understand the dilemma we are in,” he said.

“At the end of the day, the town is trying to facilitate something for residents and it is a concern at the same time, costing $30,000 per home.”

Mayor Manny Cid said town staff researched the issue and presented their findings to the residents living in those neighborhoods. He said the town, which has discussed underground power lines since incorporation in 2000, plans on conducting a non-binding survey of the affected homeowners to gauge their interest.

“If the residents don't want it, then we will not pursue it,” Cid said.

“We are working diligently to lower the cost since prices for construction and materials have risen exponentially since this issue was first discussed years ago.”

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By David L. Snelling The Miami Laker staff One political neophyte seeking a seat on the Miami Lakes Town Council ran unopposed, while

two other novices face off against two candidates who ran for office during the last two elections.

Attorney Joshua Dieguez automatically won Seat 4 at the end of the town’s qualifying period, as he replaces Vice Mayor Frank Mingo, who vacated his seat to run for state representative.

Newcomer and attorney Jefferey Rodriguez and Xiomora Pazos, a CEO and president of a non-emergency medical transportation company (Please see Page 3)

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(Continued from Page 3) are seeking Seat 2 on November 6 to replace Tim Daubert, who’s term-limited.

Pazos unsuccessfully ran for Town Council in 2016 and 2014, and she hopes that the third time is a charm.

Newcomer Carlos O. Alvarez and Esther Colon are vying for Seat 6, hoping to supplant Ceasar Mestre, who’s also termlimited.

Colon ran for a Town Council seat in 2016 and finished second in a three-person race, which Councilmember Luis Collazo won.

Dieguez, who served on the Miami Lakes Charter Revision Commission, raised $29,392 for his campaign, and counts Collazo, Mestre, Mingo, Councilmember Marilyn Ruano and former Councilmember George Lopez among his supporters.

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Alvarez, a principal at City of Hialeah Educational Academy, has raised $21,325 and his campaign supporters include Realtor and former Community Council chairman Wayne Rinehart, Waste Management Incorporated in Coconut Creek, Uniform Hialeah Gardens Corporation and Free Markets of Florida in Ft. Myers.

Rodriguez, who raised $14,250, is backed by Dieguez, Ruano and Alvarez, who citied his work as chairman of the Miami Lakes Planning and Zoning Board as the reason they endorsed his candidacy.

Pazos and Colon hadn’t listed any contributors on their campaign finance reports at press time.

According to his campaign statement, Dieguez, 29, said he’s a proud lifelong resident of Miami Lakes.

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“I grew up playing in our parks and lakes and have seen firsthand how our little town has changed in that time,” he said. “I’ve also been involved for many years as a member of the Neighborhood Improvement Committee, Elderly Affairs Committee, Miami Lakes Bar Association, Charter Revision Commission and by just being that guy who speaks his mind during public workshops and council meetings.”

Prompted by his love for Miami Lakes and the desire to ensure that the quality of life of the residents of the town continues to improve, Rodriguez decided to run for Town Council.

According to his campaign statement, Rodriguez, 35, has been a Miami Lakes resident for over eight years. Born and raised in South Florida, Rodriguez grew up in Hialeah and graduated from Hialeah Senior High. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Nova Southeastern University, where he continued his baseball career as a fouryear starter and senior captain.

After graduating from Nova Southeastern, Rodriguez attended St. Thomas University School of Law and received his Juris Doctorate in 2008, Rodriguez has worked as an associate attorney at the law

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Rodriguez and his wife, Gisela, have two young children, and raising their family in Miami Lakes was the best decision the couple ever made.

Alvarez, who has lived in Miami Lakes for 20 years, is an award-winning educator. According to his webpage, Alvarez began his career 17 years ago in Miami-Dade County Public Schools. He completed his Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education from St. Thomas University and taught at Ben Sheppard Elementary for three years.

Concurrently, Alvarez earned his Master's degree in educational leadership from Nova Southeastern University. In 2003, he transferred to Jose Marti Middle School where he taught half a school year and was then promoted to administrative assistant.

Upon completing MiamiDade County Public Schools Assistant Principal Preparation Program, he decided to venture into the charter school movement and became an assistant principal at Mater Academy Middle/High Charter School.

In 2008, he was selected to lead a unique charter school that had an emphasis on public service academies. Since then he has lead City of Hialeah Educational Academy to four consecutive years of being an "A" school, recipient of

Newsweek's and U.S. News and World Report Best High Schools in America and the City of Hialeah's Education, Mentoring and Inspiration (EMI) Award for Best School in 20142015.

Alvarez said he’s passionate about continuing to lead City of Hialeah Educational Academy to new heights. He strongly believes that education is a powerful vehicle that leads to personal success and always encourages students to reach their highest potential.

Pazos, 61, has been living in Miami Lakes for over a decade.

She said she was vice president of the Serenity Point Homeowners Association and a longtime community activist.

She also volunteers her time to help out senior citizens in Miami Lakes.

Colon, 64, is a retired government administrator and college professor. She has lived in Miami Lakes for 25 years. She earned her Master’s degree in Management from St. Thomas University as well as a graduate certificate in public management and Human Resource management.

Colon said she finished her 32-year career in municipal and county government with operational and supervisory responsibilities in the areas of accounting, finance, budget, procurement, grants, risk management, Human Resources, debt management and administration.

She’s a member of the Zonta Club of Miami Lakes and volunteers at a number of local service activities.

According to her campaign statement, Colon said living in Miami Lakes is neighborly, being able to walk or ride bikes to the parks, movies, concerts, restaurants, church and shop all within “our” community.

Reading of original play A Life Worth Saving on August 17-18 Main Street Players (MSP) presents a reading of A Life Worth Saving, an original play

by Robert Coppel, the troupe’s retiring artistic director. The reading will run Friday, and Saturday, August 17-18 at 8 p.m.

It’s a hot summer day on Miami Beach in 1984, and Sylvia Levin fighting for her life as she suffers a heart attack.

Before she can get the medical help she needs, she is accosted

by Ronald Baker, who instead of helping her, steals her purse.

This sets in motion the case of the State of Florida versus

Baker and the first prosecution in South Florida using homicide by heart attack as the theory of the case.

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Sylvia Levin/ Sarge played by Fern Katz.

Mr. Zimet/Frank and the Bailiff played by Dennis Lyzniak.

Ronald Baker played by Ruben Paillere on August 17, and Roderick Randle on August 18.

Detective Mathers played by Mark Kroczynski.

Lisa Miller played by Amy Brienes.

Brad Epstein played by Zack Myers.

Judge Pedro Gonzalez played

by Oliver Morales.

Paramedic/Dr. Gittleman played by Brian McCormack.

The reading is free, but a suggested donation of $10 will go to Coppel’s colleague, assistant public defender Dayana Nogareda, to help pay her medical bills in her fight against cancer.

The play reading will be held at Main Street Playhouse located at 6766 Main Street.

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Roberto Alonso Jr. receives appointment to serve on M-D Planning and Zoning Board

Miami Lakes resident Roberto Alonso Jr. has been appointed

by Miami-Dade County Commission chairman Esteban Bovo Jr. to serve as his representative on the Miami-Dade County Planning and Zoning Board.

Alonso has been a lifetime resident of Miami Lakes and is the son of Town’s former Vice Mayor Roberto Alonso Sr. He and his wife, Alexandra, are the owner’s of Miami Lakes Adult Day Care. They have two children, Robbie and Oliver,

who attend Our Lady of the Lakes Catholic School.

Alonso said he is excited about serving on this prestigious board and serving the residents, not only of Miami Lakes, but the entire county.

He will be joining another Miami Lakes resident, Wayne Rinehart, who is chairman of the Planning and Zoning Board.

Rinehart has served for 15 years on the board and has been chairman for most of those years.

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Variety of activities for Public Safety Committee hosts Town’s Senior Citizens C.E.R.T. training and certification scheduled for August

Miami Lakes Elderly Affairs Committee (EAC) will host several more fun and exciting events for seniors in August.

Lunch Bunch and Bingo – Socialize and make new friends while having fun and enjoying free nutritious lunches provided

by Giardino Gourmet Salads.

The last event will be held at the Mary Collins Community Center, 15151 N.W. 82 Avenue: Wednesday, August 22, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Reservations can be made beginning Wednesday, August 15 at 8:30 a.m. and will close on Tuesday, August 21, at 5 p.m.

Seating is limited and reservations are made by contacting www.toml.eventbrite.com.

Marlins Games Field Trips – Miami Lakes residents, 65 and older, receive Free transportation and tickets to Thursday Miami Marlins home games.

Tickets are sponsored by Wellmax Medical Center and transportation is hosted by the EAC and The Graham Companies.

The next field trip is set for the Marlins vs. the Atlanta Braves on Thursday, August 23 at 7:10 p.m.

The bus will depart at 4:30 p.m. from Miami Lakes Optimist Clubhouse, 6411 N.W. 162 Street.

Seating is limited and reservations are required by contacting www.toml.eventbrite.com.

Reservations will open on Thursday, August 16 at 8:30 a.m. and close on Wednesday, August 23 at noon.

Senior Games: Basketball Shoot Game – The EAC concludes the 12th annual Senior Games Series with the Basketball Shoot Game from 9 to 11 a.m. on Saturday, August 25, at Shula’s Athletic Club.

Senior Games participants will receive a T-shirt and medals will be awarded to winners in each age division for the male and female groups.

For more information on EAC events, visit www.miamilakesfl.gov/eac, or call 305-3646100.

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Miami Lakes Public Safety Committee (PSC), in partnership with the Miami-Dade County Emergency Management Department, will be providing a Community Emergency Response Team (C.E.R.T.) Training Certification course on three dates in September at Town Hall.

Classroom materials will be provided. Participants must attend all three days of training classes to become certified. The schedule: Thursday, September 6, 5:30 to 9 p.m.

Saturday, September 8, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Sunday, September 9, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The three-day course will include basic training in the following: • Be able to identify hazards that affect home, work places and neighborhoods. • Work as a team to apply search and rescue techniques. • Understand the function of CERTS and their role in imme-

diate disaster response. • Basic fire suppression strategies and fire safety measures. • Management of resources in medical response operations.

Suggested training attire is sneakers, comfortable clothes, and bring a sweater or sweat jacket.

To register, visit https://certmiamilakes.eventbrite.com.

Limited spaces are available.

Town Hall. An audio file will be available 24 hours after the workshop at https://bit.ly/ 2M7J6QN. First Public Budget Hearing – 5:05 p.m. on Tuesday, September 4, at Town Hall.

Second Public Budget Hearing – 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, September 18, at Town Hall.

Live Streaming of both Public Hearings will be available on the Town’s website www. miamilakes-fl.gov/meetings, or on the Town’s Facebook page at

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Residents invited to attend or view budget workshop and hearings

The Town of Miami Lakes is preparing and finalizing its 2018-2019 budget. The agendas for each of the workshop and hearings may be viewed at www.miamilakesfl.gov/agenda.

Residents are invited to attend or view the workshop and hearings on the following schedule: Budget Workshop – 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, August 21, at

Residents wishing to participate virtually may submit remote public comments directly to cleark@miamilakesfl.gov.

Participants may send video directly from their phone, upload video to YouTube and forward link, or utilize cloud service such as DropBox to share the video.

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News and Notes from the Town of Miami Lakes

Town’s Recreation Classes and programs get underway starting August 27

Miami Lakes recreation programs for youngsters and adults resume schedules later this month and in early September.

Adult programs will be starting on Monday, August 27, for Painting Level 1, 2 and 3, Line Dancing, Spanish, and Yoga.

Registration started on August 13. Interested participants may visit www.miamilakes-fl.gov/ parkres to view class openings.

Senior programs will be starting on Monday, August 27 for Tai Chi, Sewing, Computers in English and Spanish, and Knitting and Crocheting.

Participants may register for the first day of class.

Some Youth programs will be starting on August 20 and then on September 4. They include: YMCA After School Care – Monday to Friday, 2 to 6 p.m.

Ages K-5 will be at the Roberto Alonso Community Center.

Grades 6-8 will be at Miami Lakes Optimist Club House.

The new rate is $!00 per month per child.

The following free Youth programs start on September 4 at the Mary Collins Community Center: Ballet 1 (ages 5-7), Mondays, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.

Ballet 2 (ages 7-9), Mondays, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.

Ballet 3 (ages 9-11), Wednesdays, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.

Ballet 4 (ages 11-16), Wednesdays, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.

Jazz Dance 1 (ages 5-7), Tuesdays, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.

Jazz Dance 2 (ages 7-9), Tuesdays, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.

Jazz Dance 3 (ages 9-11), Thursdays, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.

Jazz Dance 4 (ages 11-16), Thursdays, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.

Martial Arts Tots (ages 6-8), Mondays & Wednesdays, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.

Martial Arts Beginners (ages 7-9), Mondays & Wednesdays, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.

Martial Arts Intermediate (ages 8-10), Tuesdays & Thursdays, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.

Martial Arts Advanced (ages 11-16), Tuesdays & Thursdays, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.

Just Run (ages 5-12), Tuesdays & Thursdays, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m., until December 20.

The following two programs will be held at Miami Lakes Youth Center (The Spot): Canta y Baila Conmigo and Music Together, ages birth to 5, 10:30 and 11:30 a.m., from September 4 to November 6; Music Together, ages birth to 5, 10:30 and 11:30 a.m., from September 5 to November 7.

Tuition is $225 for first child, $185 Sibling Fee, infants younger than 8 months may attend free with a paid registered sibling.

For more information or to register, visit www.MiamiKids Music.com, or call 305-4394444.

(Editor’s Note: Other programs starting later in September will be previewed in the September 7 issue.)

‘Open Hang,’ B-T-S Blues Party, and Pacman tourney on tap for teens at The Spot

Miami Lakes Youth Center will be hosting several fun and exciting programs for middle and high school students at “The Spot” from 6 to 8 p.m. during August and early September at 6075 Miami Lakes Drive.

Wednesday, August 15 Open Hang Night. The Youth Center is equipped with a billiards table, table tennis, indoor basketball shootout game, Xbox One, and more. Bring friends and hang out for a night full of fun and games.

Friday, August 24 – Back to School Blues Party. Bring your

friends to play with our billiard table, table tennis, indoor basketball shootout game, Nintendo Wii, and more. It will be a night full of fun, games, and delicious snacks.

Wednesday, September 5 – Pacman Tournament Night.

Bring your Pac-Dot collecting skills. The ghost is running wild! Set a new Youth Center score record, win the tournament and receive a prize.

For more information about the Youth Center programs, visit www.miamilake-fl.gov/thespot, or call 305-819-7768.

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TOWN OF MIAMI LAKES NOTICE IS HEREWITH GIVEN that meetings of the Town Council of the Town of Miami Lakes, Florida, and its committees, have been scheduled for the following dates, times and locations:

Special Taxing District Presentation for Royal Oaks East Wednesday, August 15, 6:30 PM Mary Collins Community Center, 15151 N.W. 82 Ave., M. Lakes, Fla.

Veterans Committee Meeting Thursday, August 16, 6:00 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Special Taxing District Presentation for Lake Hilda Thursday, August 16, 6:30 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Special Taxing District Presentation for Lake Patricia Thursday, August 16, 7:00 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Neighborhood Improvement Committee Meeting Thursday, August 16, 7:00 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla.

Economic Development Committee Meeting Tuesday, August 21, 5:30 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Budget Workshop Tuesday, August 21, 6:30 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla.

Special Taxing District Presentation for Royal Oaks Section One Wednesday, August 22, 6:30 PM Mary Collins Community Center, 15151 N.W. 82 Avenue, M. Lakes, Fla. Public Safety Committee Meeting Tuesday, August 28, 6:30 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla.

Town Manager Selection Committee Meeting Monday, August 27, and Tuesday, August 28, 6:30 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Town Council First Budget Hearing Tuesday, September 4, 5:05 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla.

Town Council Meeting Tuesday, September 4, 6:30 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Youth Activities Task Force Meeting Wednesday, September 5, 7:00 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Cultural Affairs Committee Meeting Thursday, September 6, 7:00 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla.

In accordance with the provisions of F. S. Section 286.0105, should any person seek to appeal any decision made by the Council with respect to any matter considered at these meetings, such person will need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made; which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, persons needing special accommodation to participate in the proceedings should call Town Hall at (305) 364-6100, no later than (2) days prior to the proceeding for assistance.

Please be advised that two or more Councilmembers may be in attendance at the above events/meetings.

This Notice dated August 10, 2018 at Miami Lakes, Fl. Gina Inguanzo, Town Clerk

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PICTURED (from left) Hialeah Police Chief Sergio Velasquez, Hialeah Gardens Police Chief Luis Diaz, Hialeah Gardens Mayor Yioset De La Cruz, Schools Superintendent Alberto M. Carvalho, School Board Chair Perla Tabares Hantman, Hialeah Mayor Carlos Hernandez, Miami Lakes Mayor Manny Cid and Miami-Dade Schools Police Chief Edwin Lopez during the meeting concerning various School Safety Agreements.

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When the new school year commences next week, MiamiDade County Public Schools has assured the towns of Miami Lakes, Hialeah and Hialeah Gardens, through several agreements, that additional sworn police officers will be assigned to their schools to protect students and teachers from gun violence.

Since the Stoneman Douglas High shooting massacre, which took the lives of 17 students and teachers, the fourth largest school district in the nation trained and deployed new officers at every school in the county.

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Miami-Dade Public School recently swore-in nine new police officers as part of the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School Public Safety Act, which trains and deploys new officers at district schools beginning on opening day.

The agreements (Memo of Understanding) provide guidelines as to the roles and responsibilities of the municipal police departments and the MiamiDade Schools Police Department regarding the cities’ placement of school-based law enforcement officers (or SBLEOs) at Miami-Dade’s public schools.

Early voting for August primary at Mary Collins Ctr.

Miami Lakes residents can vote early for Miami-Dade County’s primary election on August 28 at the Miami Collins Community Center, 15151 N.W. 82 Avenue.

Registered voters can cast their ballots Saturdays and Sundays, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Mondays and Fridays from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. until Sunday, August 26.

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Miami Lakes Branch Library announced the following programs that are available for the public during August and early September: For Children and Families: Libraries Rock! Movies and Stories for Kids – Watch favorite movies with family and friends. Events made possible by the Town of Miami Lakes Education Advisory Board at 11 a.m. on Wednesdays, August 15 and 2, and September 5.

Baby and Me Group – A free 10-week series giving parents and caregivers an opportunity to develop close relationships with their infants, ages birth to 6 months. Space is limited and registration is required until the group is full. Participants must attend a minimum of 8 classes in a program sponsored by The Children’s Trust. Series runs at 10 a.m. weekly from Thursday, August 16, to Thursday October 18. Call 305-243-8425 or email familiesfirst@mami.edu for more information and to register.

Library Lego Club – Let imaginations run wild as participants build and create with LEGO blocks. All ages welcome at 11 a.m. on Saturday, August 18.

Talking is Teaching. Talk, Read, Sing for Toddlers –

Stories, songs and activities for toddlers. Best for ages 18 months to 3 years at 11 a.m. on Thursday, September 6.

For Teens: D & D and More - Create your own adventure with this classic role-playing game or play chess, Shadow Hunters, Go and more. Best for ages 12 years and up at 5:30 p.m. on Mondays, August 13, 20 and 27.

Teen Club Presents: Retro Gaming – Best for ages 12-18 years at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, August 28.

Teen Club Presents Rampage PG-13 – A primatologist tries to rescue his albino gorilla after a genetic experiment goes away. Best for ages 12 and up.

Made possible by the Town of Miami Lakes Education Advisory Board at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, September 4.

For Adults: Book Discussion Group – This month’s selection is “The Nightingale” by Kristen Hannah at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, August 21.

Introduction to Sahaja Meditation – Sahaja Meditation is a simple, time-honored technique that helps reduce stress and increase wellness. It brings focus and helps people become more centered and better balanced. Ages 10 years and

up at 2 p.m. on Saturday, August 18.

Mario Diaz-Balart Outreach Table - A member of Congressman Mario DiazBalart’s staff will be available to discuss federal issues and address any concerns a constituent may have with a federal agency, at 2:30 p.m. on Wednesday, August 22.

Beginners Yoga – Library staff will lead a beginners’ Yoga class. Follow along to learn the Yoga poses at 3 p.m. on Saturday, August 25.

Libraries Card Sign Up – Share with friends and family how much you love the library and bring them to get their own card during Library Card Signup month. Join with screenings of the movie “The Incredibles” and other fun activities at 11 a.m. on Saturday, September 1.

Purls of Wisdom – Learn basic knitting and stitching.

Materials will be provided. Best for ages 18 years and up at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, September 4.

Strum the Lute: Tai Chi for Beginners – Practice this ancient tradition and learn gentle movements to increase strength, flexibility and balance.

Class is led by library staff. Best for ages 18 years and up at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, September 5.

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Meditation – Meditation derived from Raja Yoga, a discipline that helps develop inner calm, clear thinking and personal well-being at 11 a.m. on Friday, September 7.

Miami Lakes Branch Library is located at 6699 Windmill Gate Road and is open Monday and Tuesday from noon to 8 p.m., and Wednesday through Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

The branch is closed on Sundays. For more information, call 305-822-6520.

(Editor’s Note: The Edible Book Contest was won by brother and sister Jose and Elizabeth Pusey ANGELINA TABARES was with their Cookie Monster dis- the second place winner in play. the Branch Library’s Edible Book Contest for her Harry Potter Quidditch creation.

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The Miami-Dade School Board tentatively approved a $5.2 billion budget for the 2018-2019 fiscal year, focusing its expenses on enhancing students’ education and ensuring school safety and the protection of pupils and teachers.

The spending plan reduces central office spending and provides a fund balance that meets

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the state required minimum, which is a major feat since most the state’s increased funding is tied to legislatively-mandated appropriation increases.

The fourth largest school district in the nation indicated its ability to expand programs for students or provide salary increases is limited since only $.47 of the $44 increase per stu-

dent in state funding is discretionary.

The proposed budget reflects a tax decrease for homeowners across the county and provides the lowest rate, 2.61 mills, for property taxes since 1979.

It reduces the school property tax for a typical homeowner in Miami-Dade by $18.57.

The formula assumes the

homeowner resides in the same homestead home, townhouse or condominium as the prior year and has not improved property values.

The proposed rate for the new fiscal year is lower for the first time in 39 years mostly due to the fact that the state once again has lowered the required local effort. Since the RLE continues to be decreased, it is limiting the district’s ability to attract and retain educators.

According to schools officials, it is difficult to operate in an environment where tax proceeds available to school districts are not permitted to increase along with the cost of living.

Even though the district has experienced historic achievements during the past year, including becoming an A-rated school district for the first time, the funding decisions made in Tallahassee have not rewarded

its academic growth nor its financial efficiency.

However, disciplined financial management will ensure that the district remains on firm financial footing despite the lack of adequate funding.

Among the school system’s goals is for state leadership to recognize the performance excellence exhibited in MiamiDade’s public schools and fund them accordingly in the next legislative session.

Thanks to taxpayers, the district continues to accelerate the implementation of the GOB program with close to 600 projects at various stages of development.

The Miami-Dade School Board will hold the final public hearing and officially adopt a new budget on September 5 at 6 p.m. in the auditorium of the School Board Administration Building, 1450 N.E. 2 Avenue.

People seeking U.S. citizenship can get help at the MiamiDade Library in Palm Springs North, which is located at 17601 N.W. 78 Avenue, Suite 111.

On Saturday, August 25 at 10:30 a.m., the Hispanic Unity of Florida is hosting Realize Your Dream: Citizenship Classes designed to help qualified individuals prepare for the

U.S. citizenship test.

The classes include learning about citizenship eligibility requirements, U.S. history and government; and learning interview tips, a vital part of the citizenship test.

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Town Council speaker clarifies his statement

In the August 3 edition of The Miami Laker, in the story “Residents Pack Town Hall with Blasting Concerns,” public comment speaker Abel Fernandez indicated his remarks were inaccurate when he addressed the Town Council.

He said he did research and discovered Miami Lakes council members never took money (campaign contributions) from the rock miners’ lobbyists but politicians above them in Tallahassee have accepted their money.

Clarification on Town receiving FEMA grant

The award of a FEMA Flood Migitation Grant to the Town of Miami Lakes which was reported in the August 3 issue of The Miami Laker requires some clarifcation.

In fact, the $1.462 million grant covers 100 percent of the amount requested by the Town representating the Federal portion for the West Lakes project.

We Stand Corrected

A statement previously mentioned in the August 3 edition of The Miami Laker was incorrect regarding Grace Rodriguez in the story about Remedy’s Nutrition. Although Rodriguez did suffer a pulmonary embolism, she did not have an addiction to Zanax.

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Humans of Miami Lakes: Nat Farber THE MIAMI LAKER

By Megan Medina The Miami Laker Staff Nat Farber has watched Miami Lakes blossom for the past 30 years. From the very beginning, she knew this town was special, and throughout all its changes she happily says, “It still feels like one large family.”

Farber is very proud of Miami Lakes, and describes living here as “A dream come true.” She emphasizes how clean and cozy the town is.

In a span of 35 years, Farber taught at Miami Springs Junior

High, North Miami Beach Senior and American Senior High School. At Miami Springs Junior High, she taught Carol Graham (Wyllie) in the eighth grade. She was a physical education teacher as well as the tennis coach and badminton instructor.

In 2001, Farber started working at Shula’s Athletic Club.

Farber wasn’t sure if she could adapt to work at the gym after teaching for so long, but to her surprise she fit right in. She got the hang of it so well that people

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(Youth Programs)

(All classes are free unless noted by [$]) Open Hang Nights (Themed Nights) Ages 11-17 Select Wed./Fri. 6:00 pm MLYC YMCA After School Care [$] Monday to Friday 2:00 to 6:00 pm RACC YMCA After School Care [$] Monday to Friday 2:00 to 6:00 pm MLYC

(55+ Programs)

Beginning on August 27: Computers in English T/Th T/Th Computers in Spanish M/W M/W Knitting and Crocheting T/Th Sewing T/Th Tai Chi M-Th

9 to 11 am MCCC 11:05 am to l:05 pm MCCC 9 to 11 am MCCC 11:05 am to 1:05 pm MCCC 1 to 2:30 pm MCCC 1:30 to 4 pm MCCC 9 to 10:45 am MCCC

MCCC: Mary Collins Community Center, 15151 N.W. 82 Ave. RACC: Robert Alonso Community Center, 16500 N.W. 87 Ave. MLOP is Miami Lakes Optimist Park, 6411 N.W. 162 Street MLYC is Miami Lakes Youth Center, 6075 Miami Lakes Drive E. MLPW is Miami Lakes Picnic Park West, 15151 N.W. 82 Avenue Shula’s GC is Shula’s Golf Club, 7601 Miami Lakes Drive

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starting calling her “mom” when they saw her. Farber was a floor staff member and was also in charge of the weight room.

Although she retired in 2014, Farber is still an active member at the Athletic Club.

Currently Farber’s days consist of staying active and keeping busy, she’s not a homebody.

She still plays a huge role at the Athletic Club where she works out and plays tennis with others.

If you know somebody who keeps Miami Lakes growing beautifully, contact The Miami Laker at (305) 817-4078 or kayleenp@miamilaker.com.

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Meetings Calendar

The Town of Miami Lakes, homeowners associations, professional and volunteer groups have scheduled meetings during August and early September:

Town of Miami Lakes

Royal Oaks East Special Taxing District Presentation August 15 6:30 pm MCCC Veterans Com. Meeting August 16 6:00 pm M.L. Govt. Center Lake Hilda Special Taxing District Presentation August 16 6:30 pm M.L. Govt. Center Lake Patricia Special Taxing District Presentation August 16 7:00 pm M.L. Govt. Center Neighborhood Improvement Com. Meeting August 16 7:00 pm M.L. Govt. Center Economic Dev. Com. August 21 5:30 pm M.L. Govt. Center Budget Workshop August 21 6:30 pm M.L. Govt. Center Royal Oaks Section One Special Taxing District Presentation August 22 6:30 pm MCCC Public Safety Committee Meeting August 28 6:30 pm M.L. Govt. Center Town Manager Selection Committee Meeting August 27 and 28 6:30 pm M.L. Govt. Center Town Council First Budget Hearing Sept. 4 5:05 pm M.L. Govt. Center Town Council Meeting Sept. 4 6:30 pm M.L. Govt. Center Youth Activities T.F. Sept. 5 7:00 pm M.L. Govt. Center Cultural Affairs Com. Sept. 6 7:00 pm M.L. Govt. Center Homeowners Organizations Regatta Pointe August 16 7:00 pm MCCC Gramercy Park August 16 7:00 pm MCCC Loch Isle August 20 7:00 pm MLOP Loch Andrews August 20 7:00 pm MLOP Lake Glenn Ellen August 21 7:30 pm MCCC Villa Vizcaya August 22 7:30 pm MCCC Anchorage August 23 7:00 pm MCCC Lake Sandra August 23 7:30 pm MCCC Lake Elizabeth August 27 7:00 pm MCCC Silvercrest North August 27 7:00 pm MCCC Fountain Park August 27 7:30 pm MCCC Loch Ness August 27 7:30 pm MLOP Lake Martha August 28 6:30 pm MCCC Loch Lomond West August 28 7:30 pm MCCC Silvercrest South Sept. 4 7:00 pm MCCC Loch Lomond Sept. 5 6:30 pm MLOP Miami Lakes Clubs, Professional & Volunteer Groups M.L. Bridge Club Mondays 11:30 am MCCC MLCA Bridge Club Thursdays 11:00 am MCCC M.L. Quilting Club Tuesdays 11:15 am MCCC M.L. Kiwanis 2nd/4th Thurs 6:30 pm Pamper.Chef M.L. Toastmasters 1st/3rd Tues.

ML Educ. Center M.L. Lions Club 1st/3rd Tues, 7:00 pm Bev. Hills.

MCCC: Mary Collins Community Center, 15151 N.W. 82 Ave. RACC: Robert Alonso Community Center, 16500 N.W. 87 Ave. MLOP is Miami Lakes Optimist Park, 6411 N.W. 162 Street MLYC is Miami Lakes Youth Center, 6075 Miami Lakes Drive E. MLPW is Miami Lakes Picnic Park West, 15151 N.W. 82 Avenue

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Back-to-School Tool Kit can be found online at M-DCPS website

Miami-Dade County Public Schools (M-DCPS) will be opening their doors to eager students on Monday, August 20, to begin the 2018-2019 school year.

The “Back-to-school Tool Kit” has been announced to give students and parents background on what they need to know for the upcoming school year.

Information regarding attendance, after-school care, free and reduced-price meals, health, testing, transportation and more.

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Head coach Katarina Petrovic was named C-USA Coach of the Year, competing her sixth season as head of the tennis program.

In addition, five Panthers, seniors Andrea Lazaro, Nerma Caluik, junior Maryna Veksler, sophomore Ulyana Grib and freshmen Sandra Bozinovic, earned a total of eight awards for their performances this season.

Bozinovic was named to the All-Freshman Team, as she ended her first season with the Panthers with a 11-4 overall mark.

Grib earned First-Team All-CUSA honors in both singles and doubles. She closed out the 2017-18 season with an 18-4 overall singles record.

Veksler earned Second-Team All-C-USA honors and FirstTeam All-C-USA in doubles.

Lazaro earned First-Team AllC-USA honors in both singles and doubles. The senior from Barcelona, Spain finished the year with a 26-5 overall mark and a 14-2 record in dual action.

Miami Lakes Optimist Club’s Heat softball team took their game to a whole new level this summer, capping off a third straight championship season with a 13-1 record.

“It was a great season,” said coach Alex Castroman, who took the team to its third consecutive title. ”It’s been a great run for the girls, some are high school seniors who have played softball at the Optimist Club

since the age of 7.”

Castroman said the girls were presented the championship trophy at Marlins Park, where they celebrated another feat.

“We are very proud of all the girls,” said assistant coach Avilio Alfonso.

Castroman is taking 15 girls to Atlanta to compete in the M.L.B. regionals with the Marlins paying for the traveling and hotel expenses.

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FIU’s Clarissa Cutliff wins second All-America honor Florida International University track and field standout Clarissa Cutliff ended her 2018 season by earning her second All-America honor of the year, and the fourth-straight of her collegiate career, when she was named Honorable Mention All-America by the U.S. Track and Field and Cross-Country Coaches Association.

Cutliff earned the honor following her appearance in the NCAA Championships, on June 9, in Eugene, Oregon.

For the second-straight year, Cutliff was the Panthers' last student-athlete standing as the three-time defending Conference USA champion, and school-record-holder in the event.

It marks her second appearance at the championships. She won the 2018 C-USA title with a mark of 1.84m, just shy of her

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own school record of 1.85m set at the University of Miami Hurricane Collegiate Invitational in April. Cutliff has been dominant in the event this season, having finished on the top of the podium in all five meets she has competed in.

St. Thomas has multiple NAIA Scholar Teams

The National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) recently announced its ScholarTeams for the 2017-18 academic year, and St. Thomas University dominated this year’s honors.

For a team to be considered for the NAIA Scholar-Team award, it must have a minimum 3.0 grade point average (on a 4.0 scale) as defined by the institution. The team grade point average includes all eligible varsity student-athletes.

A school record 12 of the 14 varsity sports at St. Thomas University earned the award in 2017-18, led by the STU Softball team (3.54 GPA) and the Bobcat Women's Cross Country team (3.39 GPA). STU

Women's Track and Field (3.31 GPA), Men's Soccer (3.30 GPA), Volleyball (3.30 GPA), Men's Golf (3.26 GPA), Women's Soccer (3.25 GPA), Women's Tennis (3.20 GPA), Men's Cross Country (3.19 GPA), Women's Basketball (3.15 GPA), Baseball (3.13 GPA) and Men's Tennis (3.00 GPA) were honored as well.

In addition to the NAIA Scholar Teams, the Bobcats collected an abundance of individual academic awards in 201718.

Forty-five St. Thomas University student-athletes were named Academic All-Conference, while 28 Bobcats were named Daktronics-NAIA Scholar-Athletes.

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St. Thomas University tennis coach Bruce Carrington and Bobcats men’s basketball player Adam McNeill were each nominated for the 2018 NAIA Character Awards, as the Sun Conference released the honorees for four special awards.

Carrington was nominated because of his dedication to deliberately teaching character through tennis.

Carrington teaches character to his teams by rotating the responsibilities and authority that comes with being a coach, and requires each team member to perform as an assistant coach for a week.

Carrington has spent thousands of hours assisting underprivileged youth in South Florida, using tennis as a conduit. He has been recognized for his service by the USTA, and by the City of Miami with the creation of “Bruce Carrington Day� as a tribute to his work in the community.

McNeill has been put forward for the Emil S. Liston Scholarship, for academic and athletic excellence by a junior men’s and women’s basketball student-athlete.

McNeill holds a perfect 4.0 GPA as an accounting major.

He plays a key role with the Twin City Catholic Club, supervising and assisting with the setup of the Wednesday Concert

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The winners will be announced in mid-September during the NAIA’s annual National Awards Day, and honored at the NAIA Convention in April.

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The Mater Lakes Academy Chess Club recently won a local competition, collecting its sixteenth trophy in scholastic tourneys in Miami-Dade and Broward counties in the past four years under coach J. Michael Saunders.

The team is seeking to win additional competitions during the new school year, as Saunders expressed gratitude to his team for allowing him to coach them and competing against the best chess clubs in Florida.

“This is quite an accomplishment which makes me very proud of them,” Saunders said.

“Just as important, they are good ambassadors when competing, always being respectful and courteous when playing the Royal Game.”

MEMBERS of the Mater Lakes Academy Chess Club who Saunders said in 2013, his son recently won a local tournament, their 16th trophy in scholasasked him to coach the school’s tic competitions.

Chess Club and it was the best decision he ever made.

“With him knowing how much his father enjoyed the game, I’m sure he was confident of my response,” Saunders said.

“Little did I realize at the time, what a wonderful experience this would be.

“The young players I have had the opportunity to motivate and guide through chess has also helped me become a better player since accepting the role of chess coach.”

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Giving Gators welcomed Dr. Manuel Sanchez III as new Goleman principal On Tuesday, August 8, the Giving Gators non-profit organization, welcomed the new principal Dr. Manuel Sanchez III and new assistant principal Nora Bueno to Barbara Goleman Senior High School (BGHS).

Giving Gators leader Daylin Garcia said, “We are thrilled to have Dr. Sanchez and Mrs. Bueno as the new administrators at BGHS and wanted to be the first to officially welcome them and let them know that the Giving Gators are ready and eager to work alongside the

administration, teachers and counselors for what is best for our students and the community.”

Sanchez brings to Goleman excellence in administration and curricular expertise, while Bueno brings academic distinction and community involvement. “It’s going to be a great year,” said Garcia.

Sanchez stated his goal as the new principal, “I am honored to be part of the Barbara Goleman family. Our goal is to be ‘Be the Best’ in all we do. Go Gators!”

GIVING GATORS welcome Dr. Manual Sanchez III as the new principal at Barbara Goleman Senior High School.

Pictured (from left) Giving Gators leader Daylin Garcia, new assistant principal Nora Bueno, Sanchez, Miami-Dade County Public Schools social worker Hector Abad, and Denis Brenes of the Giving Gators.

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Miami-Dade County Public Schools will begin Monday, August 20. To get ready for the first day back, there are several pieces of vital information parents and students need to know.

For initial registration, all students must meet the immunization requirements by state law and provide evidence of physical examination. Other documents may be needed in order to register for the upcoming fall semester. For more information, visit www.dadeschools.net.

First day of class begins on Monday, August 20.

Last day of school will be Thursday, June 6.

Fall recess will be Friday, November 23.

Winter recess will begin Monday, December 24 until Friday, January 4.

Spring recess will be from Monday, March 25 until Friday, March 29.

Teacher planning days (Schools are closed): August 16,17; September 10,19; November 21; January 18; April 19; and June 7.

Holidays: Labor day (September 3), Veteran’s Day (November 12), Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s birthday (January 21), President’s day (February 18) and Memorial Day (May 27).

Secondary Early Release days: September 27, March 14, April 11 and May 9. (Every Wednesday, second through fifth grade students as well as second through eighth grade students in K-8 centers are released one hour early.)

Pre-kindergarten, kindergarten and first grade students will attend school from 8:20 a.m. to 1:50 p.m. Second through eighth graders will attend school from 8:35 a.m. to

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3:05 p.m. Middle school hours will be from 9:10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Senior high school hours will be from 7:20 a.m. to 2:20 p.m. (Some elementary, middle, senior high schools and K-8 centers will operate on individual schedules, contact school for more information.)

Bob Graham Educational Center: Main campus: 15901 N.W. 79 Avenue, (305) 557-3303 Primary Learning Center: 8875 NW 143 Street, (305) 2318778 Principal: Yecenia Martinez Assistant prinicpals: Elizabeth Hernandez, James Jackimczuk, Annette Riveron and Jesus Mesa.

School website: www.bgec. dadeschools.net.

Palm Springs North Elementary School: 17615 N.W. 82 Avenue, (305) 821-4631 Principal: Maribel B. Dotres Assistant principals: Emma Gonzalez, Llennery Pena and Eduardo A. Molliner.

School website: www.psnelementary.com.

Miami Lakes K-8 Center: 14250 N.W. 67 Avenue, (305) 822-7757 Principal: Yanelus Canales Assistant principals: Robin Boclair, Veronika Sasturrias and Dan Gangeri.

School website: www. mlk8center.org.

Joella C. Good Elementary School: 6350 N.W. 188 Terrace, (305) 625-2008 Principal: Lizette G. O’Halloran Assistant principal: Mileydis Torrens School website: www.joellacgood.org.

Hialeah Gardens Elementary School: 9702 N.W. 130 Street, (305) 827-8830 Principal: Rachel Autler Assistant principal: Idaniel Gonzalez School website: www.hialeahgardens.org.

Spanish Lakes Elementary School: Main campus: 7940 N.W. 194 Street, (305) 816-0300 Early Childhood Center: 19200 N.W. 79 Avenue, (305) 816-0400 Principal: Jacqueline AriasGonzalez Assistant principals: Kathy Bustamante,Anita Marti and Roberto Sarmiento.

School website: www.spanishlakeelem.org.

Miami Lakes Middle School: 6425 Miami Lakeway North, (305)557-3900 Principal: Maria Medina Assistant principal: Rafael Crespo.

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Country Club Middle School: 18305 N.W. 75 Place, (305) 820-8800 Principal: Cynthia Prado Assistant principal: Jacqueline Villazon School website: www.countryclubmiddleschool.net.

Lawton Chiles Middle School: 8190 N.W. 197 Street, (305) 816-9101 Principal: Stephanie M. Tudor Assistant principal: Adalys Homma School website: www.lawtonchilesmiddle.com.

Hialeah Gardens Middle School: 11690 N.W. 92 Avenue, (305) 817-0017 Principal: Maritza D. Jimenez School website: www.hialeahgardensmiddle.com.

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American Senior High School: 18350 N.W. 67 Avenue, (305) 557-3770 Principal: Francisco Garnica Assistant principal: Jodie Jove, Marieyola Baptiste and Alex Gonzalez.

Barbara Goleman Senior High School: 14100 N.W. 89 Avenue, (305) 362-0676 Principal: Dr. Manuel Sanchez III Assistant principals: Nora Bueno, Robert Inza, Gisela Rodriguez, Jessica Romero and Jay Flinchum.

School website: www. bghs.dadeschools.net.

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Miami Lakes Area Houses of Worship Elevate Church

6250 Miami Lakes Dr. East www.GoElevateChurch.com Sunday Worship.... 9, 11 & 1 PM Youth Fridays......................7 PM

M.L. Congregational Church

6701 Miami Lakeway South Telephone 305-822-4313 Adult Sunday School........... 9 AM Children’s Sun. School..10:30 AM Worship.........................10:30 AM

Sunrise Presbyterian Church

18400 N.W. 68 Avenue Telephone: 305-821-5841 Worship...........................10:00 AM Servicio en Español,,,,,,,,11:30 AM

The Church of the Epiphany

15650 Miami Lakeway North Telephone: 305-558-3961 www.episcopalmiamilakes.com Sunday Eucharist............10:30 AM Children’s Sun. School...10:15 AM Adult Bible Study.............11:00 AM Misa en Español...............9:00 AM Escuela Dominical..........12:15 PM

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints

8201 N.W. 186 Street Telephone: 305-829-0049 Spanish service.................9:00 AM English service................12:30 PM Tuesday Spanish).............7:00 PM Wednesday (English).......7:00 PM Palm Vista Community Church

Meeting at Miami Lakes Middle School Auditorium 6425 Miami Lakeway North Telephone: 305-822-6999 Worship Service....................10:30 AM

Temple Tifereth Jacob 5901 N.W. 151 Street Telephone: 305-557-2651 Call for Service Schedule

Iglesia Biblica Cristiana Español Servcios

6250 Miami Lakes Drive East Telephone: 305-557-1959 Sunday Service.................4:00 PM Wednesday Youth.............7:30 PM

Iglesia El Nuevo Comienzo

6701 Miami Lakeway South Services in Spanish Sunday service...............12:30 PM Thursday service..............8:00 PM

St. Andrews Lutheran Church

575 West 68 Street Telephone: 305-821-3622 Sunday service (English)...9:00 AM Sunday service (Spanish)10:30 AM Bible School......................11:00 AM

Voice for Jesus Church 4824 N.W. 167 Street

Telephone: 305-625-3787 Sunday service.................10:00 AM Youth Thursday..................7:00 PM Friday Prayer Service........7:00 PM

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Hialeah Church of Christ

Shula’s Hotel (Davis Cup Room) 6842 Main Street, Miami Lakes Telephone: 305-558-1060 Sunday Bible Study.............9:30 AM Sunday Worship Service.10:30 AM Sunday Evening Service...6:00 PM Wednesday Bible Study.....7:30 PM

Fulfilled Life Church

Country Club Middle School 18305 N.W. 75 Place Telephone: 786-378-2356 Sunday Service (Eng.).....10:30 AM

Our Lady of the Lakes Catholic Church

15801 N.W. 67 Avenue Telephone: 305-558-2302 Sunday services in English ...........9:30, 11:00 AM and 5:30 PM Sunday services in Spanish: ...........8:00 AM, 12:45 and 7:00 PM Daily services......7:00 and 8:30 AM Confessions: Saturdays.....3:30 PM

Mother of Our Redeemer Catholic Church

8445 N.W. 186 Street Telephone: 305-829-6141 Daily services (Spanish).....8:30 AM Saturday (English)..............5:30 PM Saturday (Spanish)............7:00 PM Sundays (English).....8 & 10:30 AM Sundays (Spanish) ................9 AM, 12:30 and 7:00 PM

North Palm Baptist Church

7801 N.W. 178 Street Telephone: 305-558-2032 Sunday Bible Study............9:15 AM Sunday Worship...............10:30 AM Wednesday sevice.............7:00 PM

M.L. United Methodist Church

14800 N.W. 67 Avenue Telephone: 305-821-7274 Worship service.................10:00 AM Contemporary service.......11:30 AM (Child care and youth Sunday School during both services)

New Testament Baptist Church

6601 N.W. 167 Street Telephone: 305-558-4930 Sunday service.....................11:00 AM Bible study...............................9:45 AM Wednesday Bible study 7:00 PM Wednesday Youth Group 7:00 PM

Christ the Saviour Orthodox Cathedral

16601 N.W. 77 Court Telephone: 305-822-0437 www.OrthodoxMiami.org Saturday Vespers...............6:00 PM Sunday Liturgy..................10:00 AM

Palm Springs United Methodist Church

5700 W. 12 Avenue Telephone: 305-821-3232 Worship service................10:45 AM

(Editor’s Note: All information provided by individiual houses of worship. Confirm service times by telephone.)

More Back-to-School information

(Continued from Page 19) Hialeah-Miami Lakes Senior High School: 7977 West 12 Avenue, (305) 823-1330 Principal: Lisa B. Garcia Assistant principals: Juan Ramirez, Felicia S. Robinson and Barbara Vinas.

School website: www.hmltrojans.org.

Miami Lakes Educational Center: 5780 N.W. 158 Street, (305) 557-1100 Principal: Lourdes Diaz Vice-principal: Beatriz Sears Assistant principals: Tammy Thomas and Michael Windisch.

School website: www.mlecshs.com.

Hialeah Gardens High School: 11700 Hialeah Gardens Boulevard, (305) 698-5000 Principal: Louis Algaze Assistant principals: Lesa Slocum, Dr. Andy Granados, Edith Cimino and Lee Krueger.

School website: www.gladiatorlife.net.

Jose Marti MAST 6-12 Academy: 5701 West 24 Avenue, (305) 557-5931 Principal: Jose Enriquez, Jr. Assistant principal: Sofia Buttacavoli School website: www.mast3.com, Monsignor Edward Pace High School: 15600 N.W. 32 Avenue, (305) 623-7223 Principal: Ana Garcia

Dean of faculty: lillian Dubon Dean of students: Ramon Rodriguez, Valarie Lloyd and Anthony Walker.

School website: www.paceistheplace.com.

Dade Christian School: 6601 N.W. 167 Street, (305) 822-7690 Principal: Nick Baker School website: www. dadechristian.org.

Our Lady of the Lakes Catholic School: 6600 Miami Lakeway North, (305) 362-5315 Principal: Ricardo Briz Assistant principal: Barbara Picazo Pastor: Fr. Jose Alvarez School website: www.ollnet. com.

Perfect 10’s on writing test

VIRNALIS ARVELOʼS Miami Lakes K-8 Center eighth grade language arts students earn a perfect 10 on the Florida Standards Assessments (FSA) text-based writing. Every year, Arvelo promises to take her top writers out to dinner, and this year was no exception as they celebrated at Shula's 2. (Pictured from left) Eduardo Lacau, Madelin Yi, Virnalis Arvelo, Mia Concepcion and Nicole DelRio.

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Palm Springs North, Miami Lakes, The Moors, Broward, Lakes on the Green, Esplanade, Single Family, Townhomes

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PSN Lakeview For Rent. 1 bedroom, 1 full bathroom and kitchen efficiency. All tilied, central A/C new 2 years. New appliances and countertop. $900 month, first, last and 1 month security. No smokers. Rent includes electric, water and U/Verse AT&T. No internet. Must have background check, financial income and credit report.

Call Debbie 305-788-5008.

For Sale Mint Condition starter townhouse, top of the line new appliances, latest style washer/dryer, 2 bedrooms, 2 updated baths, tile floors, porceline wood tile in master bedroom, roof 2 years new, patio with storage room. Full clubhouse amenities, Olympic size pool, exercise equipment, basketball, tennis, racquetball, 24-hour roving security. No HOA approval. HOA fee only $241 month incl. clubhouse facilities, cable, taxes, and lawn service.

Call Debbie 305-788-5008.

Palm Springs North. This home is an original in a family community. 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, garage can be converted to a third bedroom and enough room for a 2nd bathroom. Roof is 5 years old. Does have an attic and can install central A/C. Home is solid, just needs some TLC. Great family community. Miami-Dade County patrolled night and day. Lot size is 11,623 sq. ft.

Call Debbie 305-788-5008.

Highly sought after 3 bedroom, 2 updated full bathrooms. 1-car garage converted to media room, can be converted back to garage. Roof replaced after Wilma. 6-year old Hurricane shutters on all doors, windows. Updated kitchen w/S/S appliances. Tiled throughout.

Spacious fenced-in patio. No HOA approval.

Located in desirable and secure The Moors.

Call Debbie 305-788-5008. FOR SALE!

Beautiful Lakes on the Green updated single family home. All 4 bedrooms are large, 2.5 updated bathrooms. 2,728 sq. ft. Amazing pool 15X30 feet, 6 foot deep, In a Key Weststyle setting. Wood floors and stairs throughout. Updated kitchen w/wood cabinets and granite counter top. Spacious master w/ nice sitting area and super large bathroom. A loft can be an office. Large family and living room. Truly a family entertaining home.

Call Debbie 305-788-5008. FOR SALE!

Gorgeous Lakefront Home For Rent! Home features new Central A/C, beautiful tiled floors, new wood floors in master bedroom. 2-car garage. Unlimited use of clubhouse facilities, Olympic pool, basketball court, tennis and racquet ball courts, aerobic classes. Family community w/24-hr. security, roving security patrol. $2,200 month, 1st, last and 1 month security deposit. Application requires 2 months pay stubs, background check, financial statement. Call Debbie 305-788-5008.

Extremely well kept lakefront home. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, with 1-car garage in highly sought after Miami Lakes on Sable Drive.

1,873 sq. ft. living area built in 1969. New A/C, all appliances 1-year new. All tiled floors. Roof 14 years well kept. Great schools, low taxes.

Spacious enclosed Florida room overlooking tranquil lake. Relax on a floating raft. No association fee. Great neighborhood.

Call Debbie 305-788-5008. SOLD

FOR RENT. ELEGANT! Single family 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, 2-story, built 1991, 2-car garage, Central A/C 8 months old, roof 8 years old. Tile and wood floors. Very nice patio, patio furniture stays. 1,939 sq. ft. $2,400 month, 1st, last and 1 month security. Community has olympic-size pool, clubhouse, tennis, racquet ball, baseketball. No HOA approval. Will need 2 months pay stubs, background and credit check.

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7824 NW 168 Terrace - Royal Oaks 16752 NW 77 Place - Royal Oaks 6950 Holly Road - Lake Martha Luxurious one-story SMART home in private com- Take advantage of this rare opportunity to own a Stunning 4 bed/2 bath corner home located in high- Rise and shine in this elegantly-built and gated 8340 N.W. 157 Terr. - Royal Palm Estates

munity of Royal Palm Estates. 5 bed/ 5 bath home sits on expansive lot over 13,000 sq,ft, with all modern redone bathrooms, gourmet open-style kitchen, top-of-the-line finishes. Large covered patio overlooking pool/waterfall. $935,000.

10401 Buenos Aires St. - Embassy Lakes

Beautiful 4 bed/2.5 bath + loft home in gated community. Tile & wood flooring throughout. Open gourmet-style island kitchen w/granite counters. Enhanced hi-hat lighting. Large fenced backyard. Overisze community pool, tennis & basketball courts, much more. $450,000.

PENDING SALE

16253 NW 77 Path - Royal Oaks

Spectacular 3-bed/3-bath home sitting on expansive 10,000 sf lot. Freshly painted corner home on a 4-home cul-de-sac.

New A/C and floors. Volume ceiling throughout, great natural lighting, spacious size rooms, oversize master closet.

Oversize wrap-around back yard.

remarkable 3 bedroom/ 2 bathroom corner townhome in Miami Lakes. Home boasts panoramic lakefront views throughout. Enjoy a short walk to the area’s favorite restaurants, stores, movie theatres, parks & more. $325,000.

FOR RENT

15894 Kilmarnock - Loch Lomond East

Stunning 4 bed/ 3 bath lakefront town home centrally located in heart of Miami Lakes. Freshly painted. Features eatin kitchen, tile flooring throughout. Generous walk-in closets and grand master bath and bedroom. Large covered terrace and balcony overlooking panoramic lakefront views.

Walking distance to parks, dining, shopping. $2,370 Month.

PENDING SALE

5313 Collins Ave, Unit 808 - The Amethyst

Stunning 1 bed/1.5 bath unit located in heart of Miami Beach w/spectacular ocean-front views. New custom master bath, spacious walk-in closet. Renovated kitchen, large private balcony, short walk to great restaurants and shopping. Pool area, exercise room, secured parking..

ly desired Royal Oaks community sitting on a 4 home cul-de-sac, plenty of privacy, nearly 8,000 sq.ft. lot. High volume ceilings, renovations incl. allflooring, wood kitchen cabinets. Expansive backyard w/covered terrace. $538,500.

FOR RENT

8504 N.W. 140 Terrace - Villa Vizcaya

Spectacular 3 bed/ 2.5 bath town home located in gated community of Villa Vizcaya in Miami Lakes. Corner home has expansive living areas, open eat-in kitchen, washer & dryer, plenty of storage space and closets. Located near the community pool & park/work-out stations. Easy to maintain and spacious patio. $2,000 Month.

SOLD

16522 N.W, 82 Court - Royal Oaks

Lovely 3 bed/3 bath home located in highly desired Royal Oaks. Home features new kitchen, all renovated baths & a master suite w/2 walk-in closets w/a private loft. Circular driveway & 2-car garage. Nearly 3,000 sf. Covered terrace overlooks pool/patio area. Seller finance available. $515,000.

smart home. Sitting on an oversize lot, this 5 bedroom, 5 bathroom powerhouse features top-ofthe-line finishes incl. grand master suite with his & hers closets, a 3-car garage and 4,000 sq. ft.

NOW 100K OFF ORIGINAL PRICE. $987,500.

FOR RENT

17830 N.W. 73 Ave.-Shoma Homes at Country Club

Stunning 2 bed/2 bath apartment in Shoma Homes near Miami Lakes. Unit features all tile & hardwood flooring, great natural and upgraded light fixtures, all custom-renovated bathrooms. Unit has washer/dryer. Conveniently located close to great schools, restaurant, supermarkets and shopping malls. $1,600 Month.

SOLD

8836 N.W. 151 Terr. - West Lake Gardens

Beautiful 3 bed/2 bath home has new gourmet kitchen w/all S/S appliances, cozy breakfast area. Plenty of living rooms, accordion shutters and walk-in closets in all bedrooms.

Generous covered terrace. Fenced back yard. $436,000.

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