Miami Laker 2016 March 4

A LookInside:

n Charter Revision Commis-sion puts finishing touches onproposed amendments..............3

n News and Notes of interestfrom the Town of Miami LakesSee pages................................6 & 7

n Main Street winning ban-ners’ exhibit scheduled forMarch 9............................. 11

n Registration opens for 2016Children’s Theater Workshop atMain Street Players................13

n Monsignor Pace High base-ball team off to a good start onthe season with a 4-2 record...16

n BGEC’s Bobcat Dancersperform at halftime during Heatvs. Atlanta game......................17

n Miami Lakes funds newPSAT elective at Bob GrahamEducation Center..................19

n Community Calendar, 13,School, sports and church news,16-24, Classified ads.........24-27

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AS PART OF MIAMI LAKES 10TH ANNUAL SENIOR GAMES, a Senior Softball game was heldon February 10 at Miami Lakes Optimist Park where the Home team “Geezers” captured an excit-ing 7-6 victory in the bottom of the 10th inning. Participating were (kneeling, from left) MarianoFernandez and Fred Rodriguez; (standing, from left) Ed Londono, Alberto Sordo-Ramos, LeeCollins, Bob Jones, Peter Fishel, Angel Heernandez, Dave Oliver, Jose Caballero, BruceDavidson, Jose Rivera, Frank Weber, Gilbert Alfonso, Carlos Gonzalez, Alfredo Rodriguez, ErnieGarcia, Andrew Clavijo (who had the walk-off winning hit in the 10th inning), and Oscar Sauri. TheSenior softball “Geezers” play every Monday and Wednesday at 9 a.m.

‘Geezers’ in Senior Games softball

EMPLOYEES of The Graham Companies, Shula’s Hotel andHotel Indigo Miami Lakes participated in the 2016 DolphinCancer Challenge on February 20. Pictured (top, from left)Yohannes Saenz, Jackie Cruz, Quintin Valiente, Lindsay SelmerChris Conte, Ellen Selmer, Kristina Remington, Phillip Wyllie,Carol Wyllie and Stu Wyllie; (bottom, from left) Noella Trana,Amanda Morera, Maria Pellitero, and Lisa Gory. (Not pictured:Sylvia Loesche, Yohn Diaz, Bill and Linda Higgs.)

Team Graham Companies/Shula’s participated in the 2016Dolphin Cancer Challenge onFebruary 20 by riding, runningand walking raising nearly$12,000 in the annual event.

Employees from The GrahamCompanies, Shula’s Hotel andHotel Indigo Miami Lakes, as well

as friends and family made up theteam of 18.

Since its inaugural ride in 2010,the Dolphin Cancer Challenge hasraised over $11 million for cancerresearch at the Sylvester Compre-hensive Cancer Center at theUniversity of Miami.

Graham and Shula employeesin Dolphin Cancer Challenge

Our Lady of the Lakes Spring Festival March 10-13Our Lady of the Lakes Catholic

Church will be hosting its 42ndannual Spring Festival on theschool grounds on N.W. 67Avenue and Miami LakewayNorth (N.W. 158 St.) the weekendof March 10 through 13.

Guests can stroll through themain section, play games, visitlocal business exhibits and stop fordinner. The food court features anarray of international cuisine.There is something for every tasteincluding Latin, Cuban, Mexican,Italian, Jamaican, Colombian,Filipino, BBQ, American, SpanishTapas and more.

More than 20 popular carnivalrides and attractions will thrill peo-

ple of all ages, including toddlersin the special kiddy ride section.Come and see Miami Lakes fromthe top of the Giant Ferris Wheel,listen to loud music at high speedson the Orbiter, and experience thethrill on the Kamikaze. Young peo-ple can scramble through funhouses, climb aboard a pirate shipand play some carnival games.

The main stage is full of differ-ent live shows and performancesthroughout the weekend. Musicwill fill the nights with live bandsand DJs. Sunday afternoon is fam-ily day; a children’s talent showand performances from dance stu-dios in the area take place.

Aside from food, rides and

entertainment, there will be a bas-ketball tournament on Saturday,March 12 and Sunday, March 13,from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., which isopen to the public. Registration isonline at www.miamibasketball.net or andre@miamibasketball. net.

Admission to the festival isfree, but tickets are required for

rides. Bracelets can be purchasedat a discounted price, before orafter Masses on March 5 and 6.They are also available for pur-chase at the Church gift shop untilMarch 9 between 7:30 a.m. to 5p.m. The discounted pre-festivalprices are: A 4-day bracelet is $50,Thursday-$l5, Friday- $20,

Saturday -$25 and Sunday -$25.They are also available onlinewww.ollnet.com/festival.

The festival is the primaryfundraiser for Our Lady of theLakes. Proceeds support the oper-ating budget for the church andschool.

20 MIDWAY RIDES will be featured along with international food booths, vendor displays and kidsgames at Our Lady of the Lakes annual Spring Festival from March 10 to 13.

Daylight Savings Timestarts March 13.Set clocksback 1 hour.

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Council would pick the next townmanager and town attorney withpublic input instead of placing thesole responsibility on the mayor inthe latest round of proposed char-ter amendments to give lawmakersequal powers to select the topadministrators to run the day-to-day operations.

Last week, the Miami LakesCharter Revision Commission rec-ommended the changes and law-makers must set a date for an elec-tion for residents to vote onwhether to modify the charter orkeep it intact.

The commission’s plans toshake up the town’s bureaucracyincludes allowing council mem-bers to select a mayor from theirown body following an electionfor up to a two-year term, erasingthe current format of residentselecting a mayor at large to servefor four years.

The change is intended to elim-inate politics and prevent electedofficials from using the mayoralposition as a springboard to higherpolitical office, the commissionindicated, which is hoping resi-dents approve a mail-in ballot inMay so the suggested changescould take effect for the town’sNovember general election.

But Town Attorney RaulGastesi dropped a bombshell byindicating the council can set adate beyond May, instead optingfor the August countywide pri-

mary or the November election,which means most of the changes,if approved, won’t be valid untilthe next two years, and four yearsfor the mayoral position.

“The county gave us threeoptions, a mail-in ballot in May, anelection for August or the Novem-ber election,” Gastesi said. “If it’snot on the August or Novemberballot, any changes you recom-mend won’t conceivably takeeffect until at least four years forthe mayor’s seat. As far as anychanges affecting council member,they won’t take effect until at leasttwo years.”

He corrected an error in a storyThe Miami Laker ran last monththat stated council members canreject the commission’s amend-ments, and instead said lawmakersmust allow the residents to vote onthe commission’s recommenda-tions to alter the charter.

Gastesi said for a May mail-inballot election, the Town Council

must approve a resolution 60 daysbefore the date of the referendum.

Council members would haveto call a special election in midMarch to approve the ballot lan-guage and subsequently submit itto the county to schedule a publicvote through a mail-in ballot, hesaid.

Mayor Michael Pizzi, andCouncilmembers Caesar Mestreand Manny Cid, who are runningfor mayor, along with formermayor Wayne Slaton, all opposedthe commission’s proposal tochange the structure of electing amayor at large.

The Charter RevisionCommission has been meeting forseveral months hashing out a rashof proposed charter amendmentsto bring the local bureaucracymore in line with a council-man-ager form of government, givingthe mayor and council membersequal duties, and requiring a new

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2016 Town Elections:Total of 11 candidates so farfor mayor and 3 council seats

By David L. SnellingThe Miami Laker staffThe race for Miami Lakes

mayor will be the hottest ticket intown this fall, when the incum-bent, a former mayor and twocouncil members vie for the city’stop political position.

In the other Town Councilraces, one incumbent drew twochallengers, while the other coun-cil member is still running unop-posed, and three among the fourpolitical neophytes have throwntheir hats in the ring to run for aseat which was left open follow-ing an office holder’s bid formayor.

After months of remainingtight-lipped about his future plans,Mayor Michael Pizzi announcedhe is running for a third term in thetown’s November general elec-tion, as he’s set to face off againsthis political foe and former mayorWayne Slaton and Councilmem-bers Ceasar Mestre and MannyCid.

Business woman XiomaraPazos and novice Robin Brown-Beamon are challenging Council-member Tony Lama’s reelectionbid for Seat Three.

Pazos unsuccessfully ranagainst Mestre for Seat Six twoyears ago but has returned inhopes of winning the second timearound.

Like Beamon, Esther Colon,Nayib Hassan, and WendyMilanes are fresh faces seeking togain a foothold in local govern-ment, as the three residents arerunning for Seat Five which willbe vacated by Cid.

Cid initially launched hisreelection bid for his seat but

changed his mind and decided torun for mayor.

So far, Councilmember NelsonRodriguez is running opposed forSeat One.

Pizzi said he initially mullednot running for reelection but thetown’s Charter Revision Commis-sion’s proposals to allow councilmembers to pick the mayor fol-lowing an election to serve for twoyears instead of voters electingsomeone for a four-year term andmandate the entire Town Councilpick the next town manager andtown attorney changed his mind.

“I was very concerned that theCharter Commissiion is proposingto eliminate the role of the mayorand make him/her an insignificantfigure head,” Pizzi said. “Themayor should be elected by thepeople, the public face of the townand the person people turn to in atime of crisis. The mayor shouldbe a strong leader and dedicated togetting things accomplished andnot someone just to cut the ribbonand take pictures. If I don’t run,the Town Council will try to turnthe mayor’s position into a uselessfigure head instead of a leader.”

Since he became mayor in2008, Pizzi said he has accom-plished a lot of goals residents setbefore lawmakers since incorpora-tion in 2000.

He said under his administra-tion, Miami Lakes built a newgovernment center, opened upN.W. 87 Avenue to provide afaster route to the western portionof the town, lower taxes, gain con-trol of the town’s parks fromMiami-Dade and work with coun-ty officials to build the new firestation.

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Dr. Gurvirender Tejay, an asso-ciate professor for the GaryGoldbloom Endowed Distinguish-ed Chair in Cyber Security Man-agement at St. Thomas Univer-sity’s School of Business, is theguest speaker at the Miami LakesChamber of Commerce monthlymembership meeting, scheduledfor Wednesday, March 9 at DonShula’s Hotel Grand Ballroom.

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‘Graham Herd’ runs marathonin Jacksonville to fight cancer

On February 14, the GrahamHerd returned to Jacksonville forthe seventh consecutive year toparticipate in the “26.2 withDonna Marathon to Finish BreastCancer.”

Donations from the run bene-fits breast cancer research at theMayo Clinic and well as helpingto fund the needs of underservedbreast cancer patients.

Participants in the GrahamHerd include members of the

extended Graham family, TheGraham Companies and friendswho run in memory of SandraGraham Younts (sister/aunt/friend) as well as other family andfriends.

There were four relay teams forthe 26.2 mile course and one half-marathon runner (Cynthia GrahamGordon). Over the seven years,the Graham Herd has raised over$120,000 for the cause includingover $18,000 this year.

THE GRAHAM HERD included (top, from left) Gabe Mendoza,Emerson Allen, Luis Martinez, Stuart Drew, Katie Martinez, Leeand Cynthia Gordon, Elizabeth York, and Andrea GrahamRechichi; (bottom, from left) Amanda Pivacco, Elissa Chakoff,Alison Martinez, Ali Mendoza, Mike Martinez, William Rechichi,and Beth Martinez. (Not pictured: Andre and Christian Teixeira,Brianna Belmonte, Shellie and Emily Gay.)

Miami Lakes Relay for Lifeevent will be held Saturday, April2, from 3 p.m. to midnight atMiami Lakes Optimist Park, 6411N.W. 162 Street.

The Town’s Youth ActivitiesTask Force and Just Run Programhave created teams and will beparticipating in this community

event to remember love ones lost,and celebrate the lives of thosewho have battled cancer.

To create a team or donate, visitwww.relayforlife.org/miami-lakesfl. For more informationabout the Relay for Life, [email protected].

Miami Lakes Relay for Lifeset for April 2 at Optimist Park



News and Notes from the Town of Miami Lakes

ORTHODONTICSOrlando Dominguez, D.M.D.

ENDODONTICSKenneth H.Knopf, D.D.S.

PERIODONTICSAdrian I. Rodriguez, D.M.D.

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Cinderella featured in Movies at the ParkMiami Lakes Youth Activities

Task Force invites residents toattend the 8th annual Movies at thePark Series at 7:30 p.m. on Friday,March 4 at Miami Lakes Picnic

Park West, 15151 N.W. 82Avenue.

The movie for the evening is“Cinderella,” the 2015 version, anAcademy Award nominee and

remake of Disney’s classic roman-tic fantasy film.

Bring blankets and picnic bas-kets for a family-friendly freeevening of movie watching underthe stars.

The last movie for the currentseries will feature “E.T., the Extra-Terrestrial,” on Friday, March 18.The Movie at the Park series issponsored by Palmetto GeneralHospital.

Miami Lakes is known as oneof the most beautiful residentialareas in South Florida with aquality of life that is second tonone.

The Town hosts more than 100events each year and is currentlyseeking volunteers to help withevents, activities, and programsrelated to the Town. People of allages are encouraged to register,and students can receive schoolservice hours for their help.

Interested persons can visit theTown’s website for a completelist of volunteer opportunities:www.miamilakes-fl.gov/volun-teer. Completed forms should besubmitted via email to CarmenStewart at [email protected]. Parental consent must begiven for individuals under 18years old.

Volunteers canearn CommunityService Hours

‘The Spot’ Youth Center hasinteresting activities for teens

Tips on preparing for an inter-view and a choice of movies arefeatured for Miami Lakes teensthis month at “The Spot” YouthCenter, 6075 Miami Lakes DriveEast.

The Youth Activities TaskForce (YATF) will conduct aworkshop at 10 a.m. on Saturday,March 5, to help youth successful-ly develop a professional resumeand cover letter in addition to par-ticipating in a mock interview ses-sion.

The workshop is part ofYATF’s Summer Youth Employ-ment Initiative. Additional work-shop will be held prior to the Job

Fair in May.Teens also have a chance to

select their movies of choice forMovie Night at 6 p.m. on Friday,March 11.

“The Spot” has posted a surveyof 10 movie choices on its web-site, www.miamilakes-fl.gov/thes-pot and interested participants areasked to select their top threechoices by Friday, March 4.

Other programming at “TheSpot” includes Open Hang Nights,field trips, and community serviceopportunities. For a complete listof programs and events at theYouth Center, visit the website, orcall 305-819-7768.

Family Health & Fitness Fairand Bike Rodeo on March 19

Miami Lakes Elderly AffairsCommittee and Youth ActivitiesTask Force (YATF) have joinedforces to host the Town’s 2ndannual Family Health and FitnessFair from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. onSaturday, March 19, at MaryCollins Community Center, 15151N.W. 82 Avenue.

This year, YATF will hold theirannual Bike Rodeo in conjunctionwith the Fitness Fair and includedis a community bike ride whichwill begin and end at the CollinsCommunity Center. Participantsare asked to ride their own bikes ifavailable, but some bikes will be

available to rent.The event will include a Health

and Fitness Vendor Expo, a vari-ety of health screenings, free flushots provided by Walgreens,wellness games for kids, a bikeraffle, free bicycle helmets and fit-tings, fingerprint IDs for children,and a bicycle demonstration bythe Miami-Dade Pedestrian Unit.

For a complete list of eventactivities, or to download the ven-dor registration form, visit www.miamilakes-fl.gov/fitfair, or con-tact Clarisell De Cardenas [email protected],or 305-364-6100.

Town of Miami Lakes, in part-nership with PEAR and theYMCA, will be offering SpringBreak Camps beginning the weekof March 21.

The camps will run Monday toFriday, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., for chil-dren between the ages of 5 and 15years old. Both organizations alsooffer after school care from 2 to 6p.m. during the school year withtransportation available.

Spring Break Camp withPEAR will take place the newYouth Center at Miami Lakes EastPark, 6075 Miami Lakes DriveEast, while the YMCA will hostits camp at the Roberto AlonsoCommunity Center, 16500 N.W.87 Avenue.

The PEAR Camp has a theme

of “Goin’ Green” and will explorethe importance of preserving andprotecting the environment andincludes a trip to Jungle Island.The weekly fee is $125 with a 10percent discount for siblings.

The YMCA Camp will featurefree swimming lessons for allcampers. Parents are advised topack a lunch, snack, a pair of com-fortable sneakers, water bottle,swim suit, sandals, sunblock and achange of clothes. The weekly feeis $100.

For information on the PEARCamp, visit www.pearprograms.com, or email [email protected].

For information on the YMCACamp, call 305-357-4000.

Miami Lakes youth have twochoices between YMCA andPEAR Summer Break camps

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News and Notes from theTown of Miami Lakes

Town Council Regular MeetingTuesday, March 1, 6:30 PMMiami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla.

Youth Activities Task Force MeetingWednesday, March 2, 7:00 PMMiami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla.

Cultural Affairs Committee MeetingThursday, March 3, 7:00 PMMiami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla.

Elderly Affairs Committee MeetingWednesday, March 9, 8:30 AMMiami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla.

Education Advisory Board MeetingThursday, March 10, 6:30 PMMiami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla.

Charter Revision Commission MeetingMonday, March 14, 6:00 p.m.Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla.

Economic Development Committee MeetingTuesday, March 15, 5:30 PMMiami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla.

Planning & Zoning Board MeetingTuesday, March 15, 6:00 PMMiami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla.

Veterans Committee MeetingThursday, March 17, 6:00 PMMiami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla.

Neighborhood Improvement Committee MeetingThursday, March 17, 7:00 PMMiami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla.

Public Safety Committee MeetingTuesday, March 22, 6:30 PMMiami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla.

Charter Revision Commission MeetingMonday, March 28, 6:00 PMMiami 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 appealany decision made by the Council with respect to any matter considered at these meetings, suchperson will need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made; which recordincludes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, persons needing specialaccommodation to participate in the proceedings should call Town Hall at (305) 364-6100, nolater than (2) days prior to the proceeding for assistance.

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

This Notice dated February 26, 2016at Miami Lakes, Fl.Gina Inguanzo, Town Clerk

TOWN OF MIAMI LAKESNOTICE 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:

Miami Lakes Elderly AffairsCommittee is offering a free fieldtrip for Town residents 55 yearsand above on Saturday, March 12,to the Sinatra exhibit at theHistoryMiami Museum.

In celebration of FrankSinatra’s 100th birthday,HistoryMiami Museum is featur-

ing “Sinatra: An American Icon,”a multi-media exhibition explor-ing the life of the multipleGrammy Award winner.

The exhibition, curated by theGrammy Museum in Los Angeles,traces 100 years of Sinatra’s careerand impact on American culture,from Hoboken, New Jersey,

through superstardom.Transportation is provided to

and from Town Hall. The bus willdepart from Town Hall at 10 a.m.Space is limited and reservationsare required. To reserve seating onthe bus, contact Clarisell DeCardenas at [email protected], or 305-364-6100.

Senior Field Trip to HistoryMiami Museum

Miami Lakes Optimist Club’sbaseball/softball season opens

More than 400 children partici-pating on more than 30 baseballand softball teams were on handFriday, February 19, when MiamiLakes Mayor Michael Pizzi threwthe ceremonial first pitch to openthe Miami Lakes Optimist Club’sbaseball season.

“On behalf of the TownCouncil, I congratulate theOptimist Club board members,volunteers and coaches for thecountless number of hours they

have given. Their efforts enablethe Town to provide successfulprograms year after year to thechildren of Miami Lakes,” saidPizzi.

Since 1969, and in partnershipwith the Town since 2000,Optimist Club volunteers haveassisted in the development ofyouth through quality sports andeducational programs fostering afoundation of strong, civic mindedyouth citizens.

MIAMI LAKES OFFICIALS including Mayor Michael Pizzi andVice Mayor Tim Daubert joined with Billy the Marlin and MiamiLakes Optimist Club members (from left) Bill Bothe, JimHamilton and Jack McCall, for the opening of the Club’s 2016baseball season.

Town launches two newprograms for senior citizens

Two new Senior Programs pro-vided by the Alliance for Agingwill star this month at the RobertoAlonso Community Center, 16500N.W. 87 Avenue.

“Living Healthy” will be heldfrom 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. onTuesdays beginning March 29.The six-week program teachesparticipants to stay active andenjoy life. It offers new skills forliving with chronic diseases likearthritis, heart disease, cancer,bronchitis, emphysema, asthma,and epilepsy.

Participants will also learn howto manage symptoms, use medica-tion effectively, communicate bet-

ter about their health with friendsand family, and much more.

“Diabetes Self-Management”will be held from 10 a.m. to 12:30p.m. on Thursdays beginningMarch 31. The six-week programis aimed at finding practical waysto deal with diabetes, discover bet-ter nutrition and exercise choices,and set goals for improvement inhealth and life.

Space for these classes is limit-ed and required registration opensMarch 7. For more information orto register, contact KristinaLabossiere [email protected],or 305-698-9308.

Miami Lakes’ Spring Flingscheduled for March 26 withEaster Egg hunt for children

Miami Lakes Youth ActivitiesTask Force (YATF) will host theannual Spring Fling beginning at10 a.m. on Saturday, March 26, atMiami Lakes Picnic Park West,15151 N.W. 82 Avenue.

The free event will feature the

annual Easter Egg Hunt for chil-dren 12 and under.

For more information aboutYATF and its events, visitwww.miamilakes-fl.gov/yatf, oremail [email protected],or call 305-698-9308.


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Proposed changes would return to 4 residential seatsprocess and criteria for selecting atown manager and town attorney.

Under the original town charter,the mayor appoints the town man-ager and town attorney, subject toapproval by council members.

But under Commission memberJoshua Dieguez’s proposal, theentire Town Council would nomi-nate candidates for the town man-ager’s position, conceivably creat-ing a screening panel to make rec-ommendations to lawmakers, a

format which is used in CooperCity, Palmetto Bay and CoralGables.

He asked Miami Lakes TownManager Alex Rey to describe hisexperience when he applied for thecity manager’s position in CoralGables to get a better understand-ing of how the selection processworks.

Rey said Coral Gables tapped aconsulting firm to help screen 125applicants nationwide and nar-rowed the candidates down to a

field of 15 people.From there, he said a group of

six completed a three-level processwhich included meeting with thecity’s department directors andone-on-one interviews with thefive commissioners, who thenpicked two finalists for the posi-tion and further questioned them todetermine the best candidate forthe job.

Albeit Rey didn’t get the nod,he said the city’s selection processwas healthy without relying on asingle individual to nominate acandidate for town manager.

“In Coral Gables, everybodyfelt part of that process,” Rey said.“I find it to be a transparent andhealthy process.”

Commission member RobertoAlonso Jr., commended Dieguez’sidea.

“It goes in line with our visionof the government that we have inplace, taking away bureaucracy ofone individual person in selectinghow the town is run,” he said.

Commission member RamiroInguanzo, who said he has beeninvolved in several high levelrecruitments for city managers,indicated another solution whichinvolves residents taking part inthe selecting process of hiring atown manager by creating a com-mittee to work with lawmakers.

“I have seen a lot of citizenengagement and I know it’s some-thing we heard from the public,”he said.

The commission also approvedDieguez’s suggestion to add lan-guage in the town charter for qual-ifications for the town manager’sposition “based solely on execu-

tive and administration qualifica-tions with special reference toactual experience and knowledgeof the duties of the office of thecity manager with requirements setby the Town Council.”

The commission voted againstInguanzo’s proposal that the nexttown manager should be requiredto live in Miami Lakes to share thesame experience as residents andbe a part of the community that heis in charge of running.

“I think it would be an impedi-ment of getting qualified people ifthey have to purchase property forresidency in the Town of MiamiLakes, especially if they have tomove their family and children”said Commission chair DavidBennett. “I see that as a problemand not a solution.”

Dieguez’s colleagues sided withhim on extending the TownCouncil’s duties of selecting thenext town attorney with input fromresidents as well.

Other proposed charter amend-

ments include bringing back fourresidential seats for equal repre-sentation among constituents and arun-off election if neither candi-date fails to collect at least 51 per-cent of the votes.

To do away with the confusionover the 2013 special election, thetown’s vice mayor would fill in asmayor should the top office holderbe arrested and suspended frompolitical office until he is restated.If the mayor is convicted, the vicemayor would fill the rest of themayoral term.

The suggested change wouldprevent the brouhaha that wascaused three years ago when Pizziwas arrested for allegedly accept-ing bribes and kick backs, andSlaton won a special election toserve out the remaining term.

Pizzi sued Governor Rick Scottin the Florida Supreme Court forrefusing to lift his suspension fol-lowing his acquittal and got his oldjob back in the lower courts, forc-ing Slaton to resign from office.

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Miami Dade County Commis-sion Vice Chairman Esteban BovoJr., Florida State Senator ReneGarcia, and Miami Dade SchoolBoard Chairwoman Perla TabaresHantman, along with the PalmSprings North Civic Association,are sponsoring the annual EasterEggstravaganza on Saturday,March 19, at Norman and JeanReach Park, 7901 N.W. 176Street.

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Graham recently invited a groupof landscape architecture studentsfrom the University of Florida ona tour of Miami Lakes, a commu-nity that was once a dairy farmbefore his family developed thearea into an award-winning proj-ect of residential, commercial andindustrial developments.

The tour was part of the stu-dents’ three-day field trip inFlorida, where they visited severalarchitecture firms and urban plan-ning projects for the outdoor envi-ronment but nothing could com-pare to their experience in MiamiLakes.

They got an opportunity to seeMain Street with its stores, restau-rants, Don Shula’s Hotel, the state-of-the-art movie theatre and resi-dential living above the stores.

The students also saw the sym-

bolism of the original communityof Miami Lakes, the cows whichwere grazing in a large pasturefield near Main Street, and MiamiLakes Town Hall, where govern-ment officials run the daily opera-tions of the town.

The students also saw upscaleresidential areas designed with alandscaping and beautificationmaster plan of trees and botanicalgardens, ample open green spaces,greenways, pocket parks andnature preserves.

The students visited the twolarge Industrial parks, the beaches,Graham Park, Shula’s Golf Cluband Athletic Club, the MaryCollins Community Center forsenior classes, the Roberto AlonsoCommunity Center at Royal OaksPark, the new Youth Center, andother areas that made MiamiLakes the model for residentialand commercial developmentthroughout the United States.

Maria C. Gurucharri, associateprofessor and chair of the UFDepartment of LandscapeArchitecture and School ofLandscape Architecture andPlanning College of Design,Construction and Planning, saidthe field trip to Miami Lakes was

“wonderful.”“We were fortunate that

Senator Graham invited us to visitMiami Lakes, and we had a won-derful morning in the life ofMiami Lakes,” she said. “Today, itwas great.”

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“We enjoyed seeing the urbanwork, it’s a natural feeling,” shesaid. “It’s a setting for everyone.”

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Mayor’s seat draws four candidates for NovemberA Miami Lakes business leader,

Cid said he believes he is the may-oral candidate who can take MiamiLakes to the next level. “MiamiLakes has a bright future and I feelthat I possess the unique skills tolead to the next generation of

Miami Lakes,” he said. “This elec-tion will decide the future of ourtown. We face the most importantdecision in the town’s history andmy promise to Miami Lakes is thatI’ll work with all my heart andenergy to restore the Miami Lakesbrand.”

Mestre said he was surprised atPizzi’s decision to run for reelec-tion after he told him he was notseeking a third term.

“He told me he wasn’t going torun because he didn’t want torelive his criminal case,” Mestresaid.

Mestre, an attorney, said MiamiLakes is looking for a leader tomove this town in the right direc-tion after residents put the blameon Pizzi for his action that led tohis arrest in 2013 and legal prob-lems for the town.

“Miami Lakes residents areready to move on and they blameMr. Pizzi for his judgement that iscosting the town a lot of moneyfrom his lawsuit against the town,”Mestre said.

Mestre indicated residentsembrace his demeanor and leader-ship, especially during the time hewas the town’s interim mayor fol-lowing Pizzi’s suspension fromoffice.

He said residents are tired of theconstant bickering on the counciland turned to him since he has aproven track record to unite MiamiLakes.

Mestre was able to unite law-makers, as he became the firsttown council member to musterthe endorsement of the entireTown Council during his reelec-tion bid in 2014, when he over-whelmingly defeated Pazos.

“The residents feel that I am theright leader because of mydemeanor and leadership, who canlead the town in the right direc-tion,” he said. “I can unite peopleand lead the town to preserve ourservices and quality of living.”

Slaton said he’s running for

mayor again because he wants torestore and protect Miami Lakes’once tranquil and highly acclaimedcommunity.

“Over the past few years, theTown of Miami Lakes has founditself needing to brand itself,” saidSlaton, the town’s first mayor andthe leader of the incorporationmovement. “This is the numberone reason I am running to againserve as mayor, to make sureMiami Lakes is maintained at thehighest standards.”

Slaton said he also wants tolead a people friendly, small towngovernment to serve the needs ofthe residents and business, the corevalue of the incorporation move-ment.

He added he wants to lead thetown’s government and TownCouncil by example, with integrityand regained trust.

“Leading by example is show-ing respect for everyone,” he said.“Unfortunately, we are back toseeing antagonistic council meet-ings, shouting matches with thepublic, and meetings that go on tillmidnight, not taking care of busi-ness.”

“At this time, with all the lin-gering controversies, constantbickering and real issues affectingour quality of life, from within andoutside the town, I believe I am thebest person to restore, protect andmove the town forward,” he said.

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Main Street winning banners’ exhibit set for March 9Main Street Merchants and The

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Main Street.With over 200 submissions,

only 26 pieces were able to beselected to be showcased on the

light poles along Main Street.They will be on display throughJune so community residents canenjoy the talented works of art bytown children.

The overall winners fromgrades K-5 are Atena Aguero,Stephen Bowles, Linnet Chio,Sophia Fernandez, Megan Garcia,Susanna Inguanzo, SophiaInguanzo, Christopher Inguanzo,Bellina Milito, Angelina Napoles,Sofia Perez, Onelis Torres-Buela,and Matilda Velazco-Pryce.

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The overall high school winnersare Yanai Fraga, Fraco Gomez andKarolina Sanchez.

The Graham Companiesexpressed its appreciation to BobGraham Education Center, MiamiLakes K-8 Center, Miami LakesMiddle School, Barbara GolemanHigh School, American SeniorHigh and Hialeah Miami LakesSenior High for supporting the artcontest with involvement fromtheir art teachers and students.

Zonta holds Amelia Earhart meetingThe Zonta Club of Miami

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Miami Lakes Branch Library plans March eventsMiami Lakes Branch Library

announced the following programsare available for the public duringMarch:

For Children and Families:Read the Book, Watch the

Movie – Share in stories and enjoythe book based films. Event issponsored by the Miami LakesEducation Advisory Board at 3:30p.m. on Wednesdays, March 9, 16,23 and 30.

Reading Ready ToddlerStorytime – Stories, songs andactivities for toddlers and theircaregivers. For ages 18 months to3 years old at 11 a.m. onWednesdays, March 9, 16, 23 and 30.

Baby and Me Group - Free 10-week session providing parents anopportunity to develop close rela-tionships with their infants whilelearning about infant development.For parents and their children thatare 0-6 months. Registrationrequired. Call 305-243-8425 or e-mail [email protected] forinformation and registration.Meets at 10:30 a.m. on Thursdays,March 24 and 31.

Paws to Read - Certified thera-py dogs listen to children readaloud which can help with readingskills. Meets at 11 a.m. onSaturday, March 12.

Spring Break STEAM Zone:3D Printing - Learn how to designobjects that can be replicated onthe newest printing technologies.The most complete design will beprinted at the end of the session.Space is limited. Contact thebranch for registration informa-tion. For ages 8-12 from 1 to 5p.m. on Tuesday, March 22.

For Teens:Teen Club - Teens meet to play

video games, watch anime, drawor discuss books at 5:30 p.m. onTuesdays, March 8 and 22.

Spring Smash Brawl - Bringyour own game cube controller oruse one of the library’s. Winnerswill move on to the final rounds atthe Main Library on Saturday,May 21. Call 305-822-6520 to reg-ister. For ages 12-19 years old at5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 29.

For Adults:Go Club of Miami Lakes –

Now everyone can embark on ajourney and uncover the ancientgame of strategy, attack anddefense, the Game of Go. Meetsfrom noon to 5 p.m. on Saturdays,March 5, 12, 19 and 26.

Commissioner EstebanBovo’s Community Outreach -An opportunity for the communityto speak with the Commissionerand/or his representative from 1 to3 p.m. on Monday, March 14.

Book Discussion Group - Jointhe Big Read with this year’sselection “Brother I’m Dying” byEdwidge Danticat at 6 p.m.. onTuesday, March 15.

USCIS Information Table -U.S. Citizenship and ImmigrationService staff will provide informa-tion, materials, and answer generalquestions regarding the citizenshipprocess from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. onMonday, March 28.

Congressman Mario Diaz-Balart Community Outreach – Amember of his staff will be onhand to discuss federal issues orany problem a constituent mayhave with a federal agency at 2:30p.m. on Wednesday, March 23.

Miami Lakes Branch Library islocated at 6699 Windmill GateRoad and is open Monday andTuesday from noon to 8 p.m., andWednesday through Saturday,from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The branchis closed on Sundays. For moreinformation, call 305-822-6520.

5th Running withDanny 5K set forSaturday, March 19at Hialeah Racetrack

The 5th annual Running WithDanny 5K Race is scheduled forSaturday, March 19, at HialeahRacetrack and Casino with thelast mile of the race on the horsetrack.

All proceeds from the eventwill be presented to the CysticFibrosis Foundation at the MiamiLakes Great Strides Walk whichis scheduled for Saturday, April23.

Danny Quesada was diagnosedwith Cystic Fibrosis approximate-ly 14 years ago. CF is a terminaldisease with a life expectancy inthe mid to late 30’s. The Quesadafamily has been involved in rais-ing funds for medical researchand there have been tremendousadvancements lately in the medi-cines available to treat this dis-ease.

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Ballet Etudes presents Coppella atColony Theater on March 26

Ballet Etudes of South Floridaannounced its first performance ofthe 2016 season – the full lengthpresentation of “Coppelia,” acomedic ballet in three acts. JoinSwanhilda and her friends on theirmisadventures with the curmud-geonly Dr. Coppelius and watch asshe stumbles upon her one truelove at the historic Colony Theateron South Beach at 7 p.m. onSaturday, March 26.

This production of “Coppelia”is under the artistic direction ofSusana Prieto Elden and staged byBallet Mistress DagmarMoradillos, formerly of balletNacional de Cuba. Productioncoordinator is Peter La Fox.

The principal role of Swanhildawill be danced by three differentballerinas – Laura Moradillos inAct I, and Melinda Gonzalez inAct II, both Ballet Etudes soloists.In Act III, Marena Perez, an inter-nationally renown ballerina from

San Juan, Puerto Rico, will per-form Swanhilda and the famouswedding pas de deux.

All three will be partnered byJose Rodriguez of BalleteatroNacional de Puerto Rico. The roleof Dr. Coppelius will be played bycharacter actor Hector A. Vega.

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Meeting & Class Calendar

Town of Miami LakesYouth Activities T. F. March 2 7:00 pm M.L. Govt. CenterCultural Affairs Com. March 3 7:00 pm M.L. Govt. CenterElderly Affairs Com. March 9 8:30 am M.L. Govt. CenterEducation Adv. Board March 10 6:30 pm M.L. Govt. CenterCharter Revision Com. March 14 6:00 pm M.L. Govt. CenterEconomic Devel. Com. March 15 5:30 pm M.L. Govt. CenterPlanning & Zoning Bd. March 15 6:00 pm M.L. Govt. CenterVeterans Committee March 17 6:00 pm M.L. Govt. CenterNeighborhood Improvement Committee

March 17 7:00 pm M.L. Govt. CenterPublic Safety Committee March 22 6:30 pm M.L. Govt. CenterCharter Revision Com. March 28 6:00 pm M.L. Govt. Center

(The following classes are free and open to the public)(Note: The following classes meet at RACC to March 15)

Tai Chi M/T/W/Th 9:00 am MCCCYoga (for adults) T/Th 7:30 am MCCCKnitting/Crocheting Tu/Th 1:35 pm MCCCPainting I & II Fri. 9 am/12:30 pm MCCCPainting III Wed. 9:00 am MCCCBallet 1 & 2 Monday 4:30 & 5:30 pm MCCCBallet 3 & 4 Wednesday 4:30 & 5:30 pm MCCCLine Dancing T/Th 11:30 am MCCC

(The following classes meet at regular location)Dominoes M/T/W/Th/Fri 4:30 pm MCCCTable Tennis Tues./Thurs. 7:00 pm RACCSewing (Seniors) T/Th 2:00 pm MCCC

(The following classes are suspended until March 28)Martial Arts (tots) Monday/Wednesday 4:30 pm MCCCMartial Arts (beginners) Monday/Wednesday 5:30 pm MCCCMartial Arts (intermed.) Tuesday/Thursday 4:30 pm MCCCMartial Arts (advanced) Tuesday/Thursday 5:30 pm MCCC

Homeowners OrganizationsLake Glen Ellen March 15 7:30 pm MCCCSerenity Point March 16 7:00 pm MCCCRoyal Oaks March 16 7:30 pm MCCCGramercy Park March 17 7:00 pm MCCCRegatta Pointe March 17 7:00 pm MCCCLoch Andrews March 21 7:00 pm MCCCLoch Isle March 21 7:00 pm MCCCLake Martha March 22 6:30 pm MCCCLoch Lomond West March 22 7:30 pm MCCCVilla Vizcaya March 23 7:30 pm MCCCLake Sandra March 24 7:30 pm MCCCLake Elizabeth March 28 7:00 pm MCCCFountain Park March 28 7:00 pm MCCC

Miami Lakes Clubs, Professional & Volunteer GroupsM.L. Chamber/Commer. March 9 11:30 am Shula’s HotelM.L. Garden Club February 22 7:00 pm MCCCM.L. Bridge Club Mondays 11:30 am MCCCMLCA Bridge Thursdays 11:00 am MCCCM.L. Quilting Club Tuesdays 11:15 am MCCCM.L. Kiwanis 2nd/4th Thurs. 6:30 pm Pampered ChefM.L. Toastmasters 1st/3rd Tues.7:00 pm ML Educational CenterM.L. Lions Club 1st/3rd Tues. 7:00 pm Denny’s Hialeah

MCCC is Mary Collins Community Center, 15151 N.W. 82 AvenueRACC is Robert Alonso Community Center, 16500 N.W. 87 Avenue

The Town of Miami Lakes, homeowners associations, professional andvolunteer groups have scheduled meetings and classes during March:

Registration open for 2016Children’s Theater Workshop

Registration is now open forboth sessions of the Main StreetPlayers’ Childrens Theatre Wor-kshop located at the Playhouse at6766 Main Street. This year, twosessions will be held, both forchildren from 7 to 12 years of age.Session One will begin onMonday, June 13 and runs throughFriday, June 24. Session Two willbegin on Monday, July 25 andruns through Friday, August 5.

The camp will be taught byJeannette Martos-Galup. Studentswill develop their performanceskills, learn the value of workingas an ensemble and will, mostimportantly, have fun. Daily class-es and rehearsals will be filledwith movement, acting and explo-ration through the imagination asthe students come together to per-form a spectacular final perform-ance for their families on the finalFriday of each session.

Classes run daily from 9 a.m. to4 p.m. and will be limited to 16

students. The cost for each sessionis $425 per student with a 10 per-cent discount available to return-ing students from the 2015Workshop who register before theregistration deadlines of April 1and May 1 for sessions one andtwo, respectively.

To register, download and fillout the form found at www.main-streetplayers.com/childrens-the-ater/. Submit the form with a $100deposit by mail or in person at:Childrens Theatre Workshop2016, Main Street Players, 6766Main Street, Miami Lakes, Florida33014. Checks are accepted andshould be made out to Main StreetPlayers. Final payments are dueon the first day of camp.

Last year’s camp was very pop-ular and filled very quickly. Allapplicants are urged to registerearly. For more information, con-tact Camp Coordinator DennisLyzniak at 786-395-7296 or visitwww.mainstreetplayers.com.

Locals and their furry friendsare invited to the St. Patrick’s DayPuppy Party for the monthlyCanine Cocktails event takingplace on Thursday, March 17,from 6 to 8 p.m. at Hotel IndigoMiami Lakes, 7601 Miami LakesDrive.

Guests should come dressed intheir best green getup and cele-brate the occasion with 2 for 1drinks, karaoke and complimenta-ry Hors d’Ouevres. Pups are treat-ed to tasty snacks from the DoggieBag Cafe. Animals available foradoption will also be available

from the Miami-Dade AnimalServices.

For more information contactChris Conte at 305-556-0100. Aportion of all proceeds will bedonated to Miami-Dade AnimalServices.

St. Patty’s Day Canine Cocktail hour planned on March 17



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Pace baseball team off to 4-2 recordBy Rene D. BasultoSpecial to The Miami LakerThe rich, long tradition of Pace

High School baseball continued asthe 13th Annual Pace BaseballBanquet on February 6 celebratedthe start of the 2016 season. JVand varsity players, their families,and their friends dressed up intheir finest clothes for an eveningof dinner and dancing to honor theplayers and the Spartan baseballtradition.

Thomas Duffin, Pace varsitybaseball coach, welcomed gueststo the banquet and thanked all thefamily members, Pace alumni, andother individuals who have con-

tributed vastly to the baseball pro-gram over the years. Followingdinner, the 2015-2016 JV and var-sity baseball players were calledon stage and introduced one byone by their coaches.

Duffin, Pace alumnus (C/O1985), who has coached Pacebaseball for 23 years, said that heexpects a lot out of this year’steam, and his sentiment is sharedby his players.

“I feel very strongly about ourteam this year,” said senior thirdbaseman and pitcher JonathanLedesma. “We worked very hardin the summer and during the fall;we meshed and worked really well

together as a team. I know wehave our coaches behind us thewhole way, so I feel we’re goingvery far in the playoffs this year.”

The varsity team has been liv-ing up to their legacy so far thisseason, with a 4-2 overall recordand 2-0 district record, including a5-1 win over Mater Lakes HighSchool on February 19 and a 13-11 win over Immaculata-La SalleHigh School on February 23.Their next home games will beagainst American High School onMarch 3 and against MiamiSprings High School on March 4,both games at 7p.m. at the Pacebaseball field.

PACE HIGH SCHOOL varsity baseball team gives “high fives” to Mater Lakes High School’s teamfollowing a 5-1 Pace win on February 19.

Lakes resident Luke Clantonreceives U.S. Kids Golf 2015Player of the Year recognition

U.S. Kids Golf announced thatHonda, the Official Vehicle ofU.S. Kids Golf, presented the2015 U.S. Kids Golf Player of theYear Awards during the HondaClassic golf tournament in PalmBeach Gardens on February 23which included a Miami Lakesnative.

This year’s winners are YaeEun Kim, 13, from Santiago Cityin the Dominican Republic andLuke Clanton, 12, of MiamiLakes. Honda provided specialinvitations for the winners andtheir families to attend the HondaClassic at PGA National Resortwhere the young players receivedtheir awards.

Clanton finished first in theboys 11 division for the U.S. KidsGolf World Championship andKim finished in second place inthe girls 12 division for the WorldChampionship.

Clanton was introduced to golfby his current golf coach/caddie/father when he was 3 years old.

He has finished first in multipletournaments since 2011, includingthe U.S. Kids Golf Florida StateChampionship, Junior Masters,the South Florida PGA JuniorTour and the U.S. Kids GolfWorld Championship at Pinehurst.

When he is not being home-schooled by his mother or hittinggolf balls, Clanton enjoys travel-ing with his family, snowboardingand playing with his older sisters.He looks forward to playing col-lege golf and advancing to possi-bly joining his PGA Tour idolsJordan Spieth and Jason Day as aPGA Tour player in the future.

Winning the National Player ofthe Year Award offers Kim andClanton an exemption for all U.S.Kids Golf events through age 18.Additionally, Honda invited bothwinners to an experience of a life-time to participate in the HondaClassic Gold Pro-Am during theHonda Classic. The award win-ners and their families were guestsof Honda during the Classic.

U.S. KIDS GOLF WINNERS Yae Eun Kim and Miami Lakesnative Luke Clanton are pictured with Honda defending cham-pion Padraig Harrington while being honored at the HondaClassic golf tournament in Palm Beach Gardens.


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The St. Thomas Universitymen’s golf team finished in fourthplace at the Webber InternationalInvitational in Babson Park,Florida last week.

As a whole team through threerounds, the Bobcats scored a totalof 889, shooting a 25 over par.

Individually for St. Thomas,

leading scorer was EdgardoArrozola. He shot a 76, 71, and 75throughout three rounds for anaccumulative score of 222. BehindArrozola was teammate JuanPablo Arrazola with a total scoreof 224.

Other Bobcats at the invitation-al were, Carlos Andres Lara (81,

73 and 71 total 225), Elkin Hoyos(79, 71, and 75 total 225( andBoris Sparfel (80, 74, and 75 total227).

The Bobcats previously com-peted in the Fourth Annual ClaudeJacobs Invitational in Victoria,Texas, where they finished in sec-ond place.

St. Thomas golf team competes at WebberBGEC’s Bobcat Dancersperform at halftime duringHeat vs. Atlanta game

The Bobcat Dance Team fromBob Graham Education Centerhad an amazing night on Sunday,January 31. The girls, under thedirection of dance coach MayriMartinez, performed during theMiami Heat halftime Show.

The team performed two jazzdance pieces and demonstratedtheir support for the Miami Heatbasketball team with their Heatshirts and bows. The girls’ enthu-

siasm and skills had the crowd ontheir feet cheering and dancingalong. Families and friends hadthe opportunity to enjoy a wonder-ful night and show their supportfor their school.

Overall it was a perfect nightfor both the Bobcat Dance Teamwith an excellent performance,and the Miami Heat with a victoryover the Atlanta Hawks.

BOBCAT DANCERS perform at Miami Heat game.

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Pace soccer star Juliette Dubonsigns to play at Campbell University

PACE HIGH SCHOOL senior soccer player Juliette Dubon (center) signed a letter of intent forCampbell University at a special ceremony surrounded by her friends, family, fellow teammatesand coaches.

By Rene D. BasultoSpecial to The Miami LakerJuliette Dubon, a Miami Lakes

resident and senior soccer playerwith Monsignor Edward PaceSchool, signed her Letter of Intentto attend Campbell University in aspecial ceremony held inside theSpartan Center on February 3,

National Signing Day. Wearing a shirt of her chosen

university, Dubon was surroundedby family, friends, and coaches,and her fellow Pace Spartans asshe was praised for her hard workon and off the field. A star playerfor Pace’s girls soccer team, shesaid she chose Campbell

University in North Carolina aftervisiting the campus and meetingwith its coaches, staff, and players.

“I committed to [Campbell] andI love the coaches, the teammates,the staff, and the campus; every-thing is beautiful over there,” saidDubon.

Applications for Naval Academy’s Summer STEM courseApplications are being accepted

through April 15 for the UnitedStates Naval Academy’s SummerSTEM (Science, Technology,Engineering and Mathematics)Program.

The Summer STEM is held inthree sessions: June 6-11 for rising9th graders; June 13-18 for rising10th graders; and June 20-24 forrising 11th graders.

This is an overnight academicprogram designed for rising stu-dents in good academic standingwho have a keen interest in mathand science. The 2016 programwill have the theme “Land, Airand Sea: Exploring NavyTechnology on All Fronts.”

Summer STEM accepts 640students. All students selected pay$550 for the program and are

responsible for providing theirown transportation to and from theU.S. Naval Academy inAnnapolis, Maryland.

For information about theapplication process, visit www.usna.edu/Admissions/stem, or call410-293-1858. Applicants will benotified of their status by May 1.

Pace wrestlers advance toRegionals; Alex Perez namedfour time District champion

SIX WRESTLERS from Pace High School advanced to region-al competitions following their performances at the FHSAADistrict 15 1A competition. Pictured (back, from left) VladimirRocheburn, wrestling coach Frank Pelegri, Alex Perez, ZacharyAlvarez, Milford Vital, Max Benjamin, assistant coach LazaroReinoso; (front, from left) Leo Ferradaz, David Monrabal, andJack Lloyd.

Six wrestlers from Pace HighSchool’s Spartan wrestling teamadvanced to regional competitionsfollowing their performances atthe FHSAA District 15 1A compe-titions on February 19. Pacewrestlers Alex Perez, VladimirRocheburn, David Monrabal, LeoFerradaz, Zachary Alvarez, andMilford Vital all qualified in theirweight class district tournamentsto advance to regionals.

Team captain Alex Perez wonthe District Championship in the138 Weight Class for his fourthstraight year, becoming the firstwrestler in Pace history to winfour District Championships. In2015, Perez was a regional cham-pion and placed fourth in statecompetitions. As team captain, heled five other Spartan wrestlers toRegional competitions onFebruary 27.


Our Lady of the Lakes JVbaseball team wins AllCatholic North Division title

THE UNDEFEATED Our Lady of the Lakes School’s junior var-sity baseball team includes (top, from left) Ben Segal, MatthewMesa, coach Eddy Flietas, Anthony Capuano, Brandon Ravelo,Adrian Fleitas, coach Abe Segal, Samuel Carballo andGianlucas Lemoine; (bottom, from left) Juis Torrens, MichaelPadron, Michael Sierra, Anthony Martinez, Gianne Larrinagaand Michael Martinez.

Our Lady of the Lakes CatholicSchool’s junior varsity baseballteam won its second consecutiveAll Catholic Conference NorthDivision Championship, finishingthe season with an undefeated 8-0record.

The Cheetahs were impressiveon the diamond defensively andoffensively by outscoring their

opponents 108 to 8 (averaging 13-5 runs a game and allowing anaverage of one run a game).

This season, the team had twodifferent pitchers throw a no-hitterand four grand slams by four dif-ferent players.

In the last two seasons, theteam boasts an overall record of16-0.

Miami Lakes funds new PSATelective at Bob Graham Edu. Center

BOB GRAHAM EDUCATION CENTER students in the new town-funded PSAT elective coursefocus on vocabulary improvement.

Students at Bob GrahamEducation Center have a new elec-tive this school year which is fund-ed by the Town of Miami Lakes.The new elective focuses onvocabulary and is geared towardsassisting students as they preparefor the PSAT.

Every day is different in theclassroom, whether the students

are exploring vocabulary in a newway, identifying literary devices ina novel, presenting their latest cre-ation or even nervously reviewingindex cards for a vocabulary test,students expand their creativemind while learning. Teacher IrzaLegra leads this course.

“I love watching my studentsembrace each assignment and get

excited over each project. It’s evenmore rewarding when I hear mystudents use new vocabulary intheir everyday language. Thisclass has even boosted my stu-dents’ confidence in presentingbefore others, expanding theirideas, and editing their writing,”said Legra.


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Barbara Goleman seniorsaccepted to Univ. of Florida

ELEVEN BARBARA GOLEMAN SENIORS will move from onegator swamp to the next as newly accepted students at theUniversity of Florida. The students, (from left) include KarissaDisla, Nathan Nguyen, Daniel Wong, Alexander Barrera,Elizabeth Sardinas, Carlos Aguila, Christien Castillo, VictoriaGarrastacho, Gilberto barrios, and Carlos Bello. (Not picturedChristina Morales.)

Goleman marching band studentstake tour of three Florida campuses

BARBARA GOLEMAN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL planned a college tour for students to get a firsthand account of state schools before the school year is over. The students that participated werefrom the school’s marching band and they visited the University of Florida, Florida State University,and Florida A&M University.

Pace High seniors accepted to Univ. of FloridaPace High School announced

13 seniors from the Class of 2016were accepted into the Universityof Florida. Seniors Anaika Alezi,Samantha Bacerio, Mia Bravo,Brittany Gonzalez, Mia Lama,Maya Lora, Naja Murphy, SabrinaOrtega, Holden Placide, AmandaPrats, Melissa Rey, Anna Rossi,and Melannie Sandoval allreceived their acceptance letters inFebruary to join the University ofFlorida’s Class of 2020.

“All of these students are in thetop 10 percent of their class,” saidPace college advisor LilianDubon. All 13 students are deeplyinvolved with Pace and extracur-ricular activities including StudentExecutive Board president SabrinaOrtega and Torch Yearbook editor

Amanda Prats. They all take oneor more AP classes, with six stu-dents being a part of the elite

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St. Thomas unveils renderings forMachado Business School complex

St. Thomas University’s GusMachado School of Business isone step closer to the fruition of itsnew home with the unveiling ofarchitectural renderings showcas-ing the newest addition to the 144-acre campus.

The first renderings, designedby Bermello, Ajamil and Partners,were revealed during a privatereception last month at the homeof STU Trustee and alumnus,Jorge Rico.

In attendance for the unveilingwere community leaders, boardmembers, alumni, and well-knownSouth Florida philanthropist GusMachado and his wife, Lilliam.

Last year, Machado providedthe naming gift for the School of

Business.“It is an honor to have Gus

Machado be part of this transfor-mative project,” said STU presi-dent Monsignor Franklyn Casale.“Our business programs haveexpanded to meet market demand,including new degree programs incybersecurity management andtrade and logistics. This complexmeets an important need of thegrowing Gus Machado School ofBusiness, and its many multipur-pose uses will make it a hub wherestudents meet and exchangeideas.”

An administration building forthe Business School, and a build-ing that will house an expandedCenter for Career Development,

Alumni Relations and a BusinessCommons, will round out the“campus -wi th in - a - campus”design.

“We are planning, preparingand building for the future,” saidMachado. “My grandfather had atradition of giving, and Lilliamand I feel blessed to be able tocontinue his legacy by making agift that will provide a place wheregenerations to come can learn andgrow.”

Construction of the more than45,000-square-foot complex isslated to begin in the Summer of2016, welcoming its first studentsin the fall of 2017.

ARCHITECTURAL RENDERING for Gus Machado School of Business at St. Thomas University.

Hialeah Miami Lakes SeniorHigh band students celebratevariety of achievements

HIALEAH MIAMI LAKES SENIOR HIGH band students select-ed for the Youth Pride Honor Band of South Florida includedBryan Nuñez, Danny Valentin, Jesus Perez, Yonal Cordero andMichael Miguez pictured here with band director Sara Cowley.

The Hialeah Miami LakesTrojan band, led by Sara Cowley,celebrated their February achieve-ments at the Florida BandmastersAssociation District Solo andEnsemble Festival. Students JorgeAcin, Christian Herrera, BryanRodriguez, and Josue Gaitan allreceived a Superior rating on theirsolo performances, and band cap-tain Acin, will also move on to thestate level with his solo for an

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dents were selected to the YouthPride Honor Band of SouthFlorida and got to rehearse withworld famous composer Johan deMeij. The five selected wereBryan Nuñez, Danny Valentin,Jesus Perez, Yonal Cordero, andMichael Miguez. They also per-formed a concert at the BrowardCenter for the Performing Arts.

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National College Fair draws 12,000

CUTTING THE RIBBON to open the 2016 National College Fair were Miami-Dade Public Schoolofficials including (from left) School Board members Dr. Lawrence Feldman and Susie V. Castillo,Board chair Perla Tabares Hantman, Superintendent of Schools Alberto M. Carvalho, Board mem-ber Lubby Navarro, Chief Academic Officer Maria L. Izquierdo, and Assistant Superintendent Dr.David K. Moore.

Once again, Miami-DadeCounty Public Schools hosted theever-successful National CollegeFair, which was held Sunday,February 21, at the Double TreeMiami Mart Airport Hotel. Closeto 12,000 students and parents par-ticipated in the four-hour eventwhere representatives from 200colleges and universities provided

answers to questions regardingadmissions, financial aid, housingand testing requirements.

“This provides a good opportu-nity for thousands of participatingstudents to obtain critical informa-tion about academic choices avail-able to them, especially as deci-sions made today will impact theirlives forever,” said School Board

Chair Perla Tabares Hantman, whohas co-chaired the event sincebeing elected to the School Boardmany years ago.

The National Association forCollege Admission Counseling(NACAC) and Miami-DadeCounty Public Schools sponsoredthe free event.

Superintendent’s HonorsChorus includes HML singers

HIALEAH MIAMI LAKES HIGH celebrated the participation ofthe school’s chorus in the 2016 Superintendent’s ChoralAuditions held at Michael Krop Senior High School in February.Of the 11 students that auditioned, eight of the students madethe Superintendent’s Honors Chorus this year. The students areZephanie Tsimagianis, Gabriela Gomez, Melissa Cruz, OmariaGuerra, Enrique Jurado, Michael Miguez, Jabari Dykes, andMario Prieto.

Miami Dade College offers free helpto complete Naturalization application

As part of the New AmericansCampaign, Miami Dade College(MDC), in partnership withCatholic Legal Services, will hostInformation Sessions to assistmembers of the community, staffand students to complete their nat-uralization applications.

According to MDC, there are415,000 lawful permanent resi-dents in South Florida and morethan 20,000 MDC students whoare eligible and have not yet takenthe final step to become U.S. citi-zens. MDC aims to change that byhelping them in completing theirnaturalization applications.

During the information ses-sions, Catholic Legal Services’staff and immigration attorneyswill explain how to apply for citi-zenship, eligibility requirements,how to register and be prepared tocomplete the process at a FreeCitizenship Clinic on Saturday,March 19 at Marlins Park, whichMDC is supporting.

More than 400 volunteers,including over 150 attorneys, willbe on hand at the CitizenshipClinic in March. For more infor-mation and to register to attend theCitizenship Clinic, visitwww.miamiinac.org.


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STU (St. Thomas University)IMPACT: Empowering YoungDisciples, a program which aimsto gather 100 rising sophomorethrough senior high school stu-dents, both from South Florida andfrom throughout Florida, for aneight-day experience in Catholictheological education during sum-mer 2016 from June 17-24.

In December 2015, STU

received a grant of $557,588 toestablish STU IMPACT. It is partof Lilly Endowment Inc.’s HighSchool Youth Theology Institutesinitiative, which seeks to encour-age young people to explore theo-logical traditions, ask questionsabout the moral dimensions ofcontemporary issues and examinehow their faith calls them to livesof service.

Jennifer Kryszak, program

manager and assistant professor oftheological and ministerial studiesat STU, will be joined by otherSTU faculty members, guest facul-ty, and counselors in leading thehigh school students through theprogram. Students will live oncampus, learn from renowned

scholars, and participate in localand regional civic engagementactivities.

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C o m m u n i t y / S T U - I M PA C T /Application by March 30. Studentswill be notified of their acceptanceno later than April 15. For anyquestions about the program or theapplication process, [email protected].

M.L. Congregational Womenhost Spring Rummage Saleon Saturday, March 12

RUBY HOLIHAN

The UCC Women of MiamiLakes Congregational Church willhold their annual SpringRummage Sale from 8 a.m., to 1p.m. on Saturday, March 12, onthe church grounds, 6701 MiamiLakeway South, across fromMiami Lakes K-8 Center.

The Spring and Fall RummageSales have been hosted by theUCC Women for over 27 yearsand profits from the sales havebenefited different local and glob-al charities as well as needy fami-lies and individuals in the commu-nity.

Miami Lakes CongregationalChurch member Ruby Holihanhas been the force behind theRummage Sales for 12 consecu-tive years and tirelessly helps col-lect, clean and frequently storeand transport the items to thechurch for the sale.

“We have all sorts of useditems for sale including clothing,shoes, appliances, etc., there’salways something for every one,”Holihan said. “The money raisedhelps other people, and we get tohelp the planet in a small way byreusing and recycling.”


Elevate Church6250 Miami Lakes Dr. EastTelephone: 305-823-3888

Sunday Worship.........9:30, 11 & 12:30Friday Youth Nights.....................7 PM

M.L. Congregational Church6701 Miami Lakeway South

Telephone: 305-822-4313Adult Sunday School...................9 AMChildren’s Sunday School.....10:30 AMWorship.................................10:30 AMSpecial Need Service...............4:00 PM

(Every fourth Sunday)

Sunrise Presbyterian Church18400 N.W. 68 Avenue

Telephone: 305-821-5841Worship.................................10:00 AM

(Children’s Church)Servicio en Espanol...............11:30 AM

The Church of the Epiphany15650 Miami Lakeway North

Telephone: 305-558-3961www.episcopalmiamilakes.com

Sunday Eucharist...................10:30 AMChildren’s Sunday School.....10:15 AMAdult Bible Study.......................11 AMMisa en Espanol......................9:00 AMEscuela Dominical................12:15 PM

The Church of Jesus Christof Latter-day Saints8201 N.W. 186 Street

Telephone: 305-829-0049Spanish service.............................9 AMEnglish service.......................12:30 PMTuesday (Spanish).........................7 PMWednesday (English)....................7 PM

Palm Vista Community ChurchMeeting at Miami Lakes Middle

6425 Miami Lakeway NorthTelephone: 305-822-6999

Worship Service.........................10 AM

Temple Tifereth Jacob5901 N.W. 151 Street

Telephone: 305-557-2651Call for Service Schedule

Iglesia Biblica CristianaEspañol Servicios

Telephone: 305-557-1959Sunday service........................4:00 PMWednesday Youth....................7:30 PM

6250 Miami Lakes Drive East

Iglesia El Nuevo Comienzo6701 Miami Lakeway South

Services in SpanishSunday service.......................12:30 PMThursday service.....................8:00 PM

St. Andrews Lutheran Church575 W. 68 Street

Telephone: 305-821-3622Sunday service (English)........9:00 AMSunday service (Spanish).....10:30 AMBible School...............................11 AM

Iglesia CristianaReformada Vida Nueve5941 N.W. 176 St., Bldg. #5

Telephone: 305-244-9425www.icrvidanueve.com

Hialeah Church of ChristTelephone 305-558-1060

(Temporary meeting location)Shula’s Hotel (Davis Cup Room)6842 Main Street, Miami Lakes

Sunday Bible Study.................9:30 AMSunday Worship Service.......10:30 AMSunday Evening Service..........6:00 PMWednesday Bible Study...........7:30 PM

Fulfilled Life ChurchTelephone 786-378-2356

Country Club Middle School18305 N.W. 75 Place

Sunday Service (Eng.)..10:30 AM

Faith Is The Victory FellowshipTelephone: 954-435-1313

www.faithisthevictoryfellowship.comSunday Service.....................10:30 AM

(Cobb Theaters – 6711 Main Street)Theatre 17

Our Lady of the LakesCatholic Church

15801 N.W. 67 AvenueTelephone: 305-558-2202

Sunday services in English9:30, 11 AM and 5:30 PMSunday services in Spanish8 AM, 12:45 PM and 7 PM

Saturday services 8:30 AM, 5 PMDaily services 7 and 8:30 AM

Confessions: Saturdays 3:30 PM

Mother of Our RedeemerCatholic Church

8445 N.W. 186 StreetTelephone: 305-829-6141

Daily services (Spanish) 8:30 AMSaturday (English) 5:30 PMSaturdays (Spanish) 7 PM

Sundays (English) 8 & 10:30 AMSundays (Spanish)

9 AM, 12:30 PM, 7 PM

North Palm Baptist Church7801 N.W. 178 Street

Telephone: 305-558-2032www.NorthpalmBaptist.org

Sunday Bible Study.................9:15 AMSunday Worship....................10:30 AMWednesday Service..................7:00 PM

M.L. United Methodist Church14800 N.W. 67 Avenue

Telephone: 305-821-7274www.miamilakesumc.net

Praise Band & Music.............9:40 AMTraditional Worship Service.10:00 AMAlive-Contemporary Service11:30 AM(Child care and children’s/youthSunday School during both services.)

New Testament Baptist ChurchThe Gathering Place

6601 N.W. 167 StreetTelephone: 305-558-4930

Sunday Service..........................11 AMBible Study ............................9:45 AMWednesday Bible Study...........7:00 PMWednesday Youth Group.........7:00 PM

Orthodox Cathedral ofChrist The Saviour16601 N.W. 77 Court

Telephone: 305-822-0437Home of The Orthodox Book Center

Sat. Vespers.................................6 PMSun. Matins............................8:40 AMSun. Liturgy...............................10 AM

Sunday School & Inquirer Classes

Palm Springs UnitedMethodist Church5700 W. 12 Avenue

Telephone: 305-821-3232Worship Service...................11:00 AM

The Redeemed ChristianChurch of God

Victory Parrish Worship Center16261 N.W. 57 Avenue

Telephone: 786-428-0078Sunday service....................10:00 AMTuesday & Thursday..............7:00 PMFriday service.......................11:00 PM

Voice for JesusCobb Miami Lakes Theatre #11

6711 Main Street305-818-0565

Sunday service......................10:00 AMYouth service.........................10:00 AMChildren services...................10:45 AM

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MAIL TO THE MIAMI LAKER15450 NEW BARN ROAD, SUITE 103

MIAMI LAKES, FLORIDA 33014

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Currently hiring for:• Advertising Sales Representative

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• Dual Therapist Massage/Esthetician(Part Time - Spa at Shula’s)

• Housekeeping Room Attendant (Full Time - Hotel Indigo)

• Guest Services Supervisor(Full Time - Shula’s Hotel)

• Personal Trainer (Full Time - Shula’s Athletic Club)

• Leasing Agent (Full Time Floater - Graham Residential)

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PaceStarlettes areGrand Championsat Cheer andDance competition

Monsignor Edward PaceHigh’s PaceStarlettes took homefirst place in the Jazz, TeamPerformance and Hip Hop cate-gories and were named GrandChampions in Hip Hop for thesecond consecutive year at therecent Florida Cheer and DanceAssociation’s Miami Meltdowncompetition.

The event took place onJanuary 30 at Florida MemorialUniversity, where Pace competedagainst other teams from Miami-Dade and Broward counties insolos, duets and trios competition.

Participants received Plati-num, Gold, Silver, Bronze andHonorable Mentions based ontheir performances.

His House Children’s Home(HHCH) is known for its spectac-ular Silent Auction items offeredat itsr annual galas. This year’stheme is “Seeds of Kindness” andwill be taking place on April 16 atJungle Island’s Treetop Ballroom,

Individuals and companies cansponsor the banquet by getting intouch with HHCH at 305-430-0085.

For more information on HisHouse Children’s Home, the pri-vate, faith-based, non-profitorganization dedicated to restor-ing joy to the lives of childrenfrom newborn to 18 years of age,visit www.hhch.org.

His House plansannual gala forSaturday, April 16


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• Resort style pool with gazebo • Gated entry•Mosaic tile backsplashes in kitchen

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• 1, 2 and 3 bedrooms • Garage available for rent • Private balconies with storage closet • Resort style pool with expansive sundeck • Washer/dryer in every unit • Gated entry• Walking distance to Main Street shops/restaurants• Shula’s Athletic Club Benefit

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3/2.5 Brand new townhome with 2-car garage, gated community, granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances, wood laminate floors, hurri-cane impact windows, fitness stu-dio, 24 hr. maintenance. From $2480 monthly. Call 305-821-1138.

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Spacious 4/3 home located in the desirablecommunity of Windsor Palms in Miramar.Home has spacious floor plan with volumeceilings and decorator moldings, kitchenw/Granite countertops and S/S appliances. 2full baths with Granite tops, master bath withhis/her vanities. Spacious yard w/heatedpool, gazebo w/electric, electric retractableawning, solar panels, accordion shutters andhurricane impact doors. 2-car garage andseparate laundry room. $415,000. A10037299.

Picture speaks for itself. Home sits on atranquil 9,000 sq. ft. lot with plenty of space topark a boat on the west side. No HOArestrictions! Spacious and bright living areas.Bathrooms and kitchen have been remodeled.Kitchen offers plenty of storage and S/Sappliances. Dining and family room overlookthe beautiful manicured backyard which leadsto a sparkling tear drop pool and private canal.$339,999. A10020545.

An old house on a commercial lotwhere 4 units can be built, eitherapartments or condos. A greatinvestment opportunity. The house is ingood condition, but needs updating. Ahandy man special or perfect for aninvestor.$289,000. A2121449.

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Spacious 4/3 in desirable gated community ofVizcaya in Miramar. Home features an openfloor plan, tiled floors throughout. Kitchenoverlooks the family room. Garage has beenconverted under AC with storage and can beused as a gym, entertainiment area, kidsplayroom or office. Family community has 24hour security and is conveniently locatednear schools, entertainment, shopping andmajor highways. $334.900. A2115777.

The buyer walked. Take the opportunityto make this home yours, with a fewrepairs and TLC. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths,family room, tiled throughout. Situatedon a cul-de-sac in a great location. Thisis a short sale. Cash only. Buyers to payup to $2,495 to the negotiating company.Seller chooses closing company. NoHOA. $269,900. A2184640.

Beautiful one-story home in excellentcondition. 4/3 with very nice open layout.Foyer leads to large open spaces of living,dining & family rooms. Nice kitchen withGranite counter tops and adjacent breakfastarea. Nice back yard. Tiled floors throughout,hurricane accordion shutters. Clubhouse,pool, gym, tennis & basketball courts.$499,900. A2150985.

Great 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath pool homewith an updated open kitchen area,family room, living room, dining area andmore. All rooms are located upstairs.High vaulted ceiling, great floorplan.Located in Lakes on the Green, a greatfamily oriented secured community.$359,000. A10031340.

Income Producing Property! Buy andbegin to collect rental incomeimmediately. Great return on investment,currently producing $1275 a month. NoHOA. Long term Section 8 tenants beenthere for 2 years and looking forward torenewing lease. CBS construction, tileroof, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, fenced inprivate back yard.$114,995. A10006804.

A great 4 bedrom, 2.5 bathroom home inSilver Falls, a gated community inMiramar. Master bedroom is upstairs.Carpet, tile and wood floors. Utilityroom/laundry located in garage. Openbalcony, patio, fence and hurricaneshutters. Community features pool,clubhouse and exercise room. $312,000.A10020260.

Seller will contribute $5,000 towards closingcosts. Spectacular home with an indoor poolin the heart of Palm Springs Lakes. 3,553 sq.ft. of living space and 6,909 sq. ft. under A/C.Home features 5 bedrooms, 4 full baths, 4bedrooms downstairs including master withJacuzzi. 2nd master upstairs with Jacuzzi. 2cabana bathrooms to the pool and bar area.Excellent home to entertain with surroundsound, lighting, pool table, air hockey table,and 3 A/Cs. Room for boats, an RV and 10+cars. $449,900. A2190949.

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6167 Miami Lakes Drive, Miami LakesU n i q u e R e a l t y


THINKING OF SELLING • BUYING • RENTING • FORCLOSURE • or SHORT SALE?I can help as I have helped many other home owners!

Debbie Lee Wilson, RealtorCall Your Specialist Realtor Since 1988 • 305-788-5008

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Townhouse has a few upgrades, 3bedrooms have wood floors, tile in 2bathrooms. Updated patio in front and inthe back. Built 1981 with 1,687 sq. ft.New A/C and compressor. Roof a fewyears old. Accordian shutters. Formaldining room. Washer/dryer. Parking for 3cars. 24 hour gated security. Tenants aremonth to month.Call Debbie 305-788-5008.

Cute l ittle single family home at anaffordable price. 1,328 sq. ft. Tiled floors,full kitchen, dining room. Roof only fewyears new. 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, 1-cargarage. Has a closet can be a 3rdbedroom. 24 hr. security. Club house,Olympic size pool and child play area.Walk to school, school bus pick upinside. Close to I-75 and Dade andBroward. Built in 1987 on an oversize lot.Taxes $1,601. Call Debbie 305-788-5008.

For Rent. Royal Oaks Plaza in the heartof Miami Lakes, office fully furnished.Was an attorney’s office. 3 conferencerooms, computers, phones, desks, allready set up to start your business. Closeto 826 Dade and I-75 Broward. Centrallylocated.E-Z to show, text me yur R.E. infofor appointment. Rental $3,500, first, last,1 month security, proof of funds, creditcheck.Call Debbie 305-788-5008.

Palm Springs North 2 bd/1ba home,completely remodeled, cute baby room,tile and wood floors, remodeled kitchen,new applilances, central A/C 5 years,huge screen patio, has footing foraddition. Lot is 12,931 sq. ft. with roomfor a pool. Sprinkler system, raingutters, on a cul-de-sac, plenty ofparking. No assoc. fees. Built solid in1968. Roof new after Wilma. Taxes$2,635. Call Debbie 305-788-5008.

Beautiful sunsets overlooking tranquil lake inRegal Sound. 4/3, 2, 960 sq. ft., true 2-car gar.,spacious kit. wood cabinets, updated counterand breakfast area, lrg. fam. rm., lrg. den canbe 5th bdrm., spectacular mstr. bth. w/romantub overlooking lake, spacious master bedroomwith his/hers walk-in closets, exterior protectedwith hurricane accordian shutters, crownmolding, tile and wood floors. Located inprestigious Sunset Lakes community with a 5star clubhouse. Call Debbie 305-788-5008..

PSN lake and large salt water pool home.Jetski, waterski, or just fish and relax, perfectfor BBQ and watcing the games. 4bedrooms/2 baths, updated bathroom.Tax rollis wrong, lot is 9,885 sq. ft. overlooking widelake. Real wood cabinets and granite counterand new top of line appliances. Stove is gasand owned, waterheater and dryer are gasand leased. A large storage room can be 5thbedroom with walk-in closet. Roof and centralA/C replaced new after Wilma. All tile floors.EZ to show. Reduced. Very motivated.Reduced. Call Debbie 305-788-5008.

For rent. 1,595 sq. ft., 2-master bedrooms,one on first floor, 2-huge walk-in closets, tile& wood floors, ful l kitchen appliances,washer/dryer in unit, central a/c, nice fencedin grass area and tiled patio with storageroom. $1,700 month, 1st, last and securitydeposit, $50 credit check, $100 associationbackground check, 24-hour gated & rovingsecurity. Call Debbie 305-788-5008.

Condo for sale. 3/2, 1,200 sq. ft., second floor.New kitchen and appliances, tile floors, highceilings, almost new roof, just painted inside,front window new, full clubhouse facilities,olympic pool, basketball, racquetball and gym.Completely remodeled and walk to shoppingcenters, bus stops and school. Also close toI75, 826 and Dade and Broward. 24-hour gatedand roving security. Low price, fax informationfor showing.Call Debbie 305-788-5008.

For Rent. Mint condition 3BD/2BA, all largetile floors, updated counter and appliances.Screened patio. 24 hr. gated community.Walk to pool, club house with full amenities. 2assigned park spaces in front. Credit report$45. Moors does background check $100.$1,600 month, 1st, last and security.Text dateand time of showing w/ agent information.Call Debbie 305-788-5008.

For rent. 2/2 villa townhouse. All tiled floors,washer/dryer in unit. Patio with storage room,full kitchen with granite counter tops, close topool and guest parking, 24-hour gatedsection with full amenities, clubhouse,exercise room. Close to Dade and Broward.$1,650 month 1st, last and security, $50 percouple credit check, association per couple$100 for background check.Call Debbie 305-788-5008.

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This month’s featured properties

15133 N.W. 91 Court, Miami LakesBeautiful house in desirable Miami Lakes.

No association fees. 3/2, pool, 1-car garage.Hurricane accordion shutters and many extras.

Call Marta Machina 305-215-6551

Call today for your confidential evaluation if you are thinking of Selling!

Liza E. Mendez,CRB, CRS, CIPS, GRI, CDPE, e-Pro

Broker/Owner – Experience Counts!

305-558-7676www.lizamendez.comwww.pedrorealty.com

Silvercrest Lake Estates ExclusiveLakefront living at Silvercrest in Miami Lakes.Beautiful 5 bedroom/4 bath home, gorgeous

pool area, upgrades throughout.Call Martha Toledo

305-333-2767

Gramercy Park Exclusive.16018 N.W. 82 Place, Miami Lakes. Lovely 2-story, 4

bedroom/3 bath home totally remodeled in gatedcommunity. Saltwater pool with tropical backyard.

Call Iraida Perez 305-331-8627

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deal with the headaches associated withmanaging a property, call us today.

We manage rental properties at veryaffordable rates....

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