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Tuesday, May 14, 2013
MIAMI BEACH
Monday, May 13, 2013
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INVITACION PARA LA COMUNIDAD Y AMIGOS DE VENEZUELA
INVITACION
Invitamos a nuestros Amigos Venezolanos y a los Medios de Comunicacion Social, a un Encuentro en Café Canela Weston, en donde haremos un Análisis actual sobre la Industria Petrolera en Venezuela.
Invitado Especial: Ing. Horacio Medina (PDVSA).
Queremos escuchar tu Opinión.
Lugar: Café Canela en Weston.
Dia: Jueves 16 de Mayo 2013.
Hora: 7:00 pm.
Oscar Ganem
Comando Simon Bolivar.
MIAMI BEACH
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Continue to Provide Input on Convention Center Development
Final Presentations/Public Input on Tuesday, May 14, 10:30AM & 2:30PMCommission Workshop, Wednesday, May 15, 10AM Planning Board, Thursday, May 16, 3PM Miami Beach is in the process of developing the Miami Beach Convention Center District. Two top qualified teams have been short-listed to develop plans with your input. City Commission is expected to make a decision on which team they will select to proceed to the next phase of development in June. Click here for additional upcoming meetings, videos, information and more. Email us your comments atmbconventioncenter@ |
Memorial Day Weekend: Traffic Patterns Change
Community Meeting: Monday, May 13, 6:00 p.m.
Thousands of visitors are encouraged to "Respect the Scene" for the Memorial Day holiday weekend. Plans on how to mitigate traffic and the large crowds are ready. Traffic plan calls for one-way of Collins Avenue (btwn 5 ST & Espanola) and Washington Avenue (btwn 5 to 15 Streets) nightly at 7:00 p.m. til dawn. Ocean Drive will be expanded for pedestrians and closed to vehicles. DUI checks and tag readers are also part of the plan. Residents are encouraged to use the Venetian Causeway to re-enter the city.
For more on the plan & maps.
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Doing the Right Thing! Golf Club Employee Finds $36K in Cash & Returns It
City Commission Honors Rachel Castillo
Castillo was going about her job of offering drink and snacks to golfers on the greens when she found a bag filled with cash -- not just a few bucks, but $36,000. She never thought of keeping any of it and reported it to police. After an investigation, police found the person who misplaced the cash - an elderly man. Her actions made headlines across the country. Job well done Rachel! |
Hurricane Preparation Workshops
May 16 & 30 | Free & Open to the Public
 May is Hurricane Preparedness Month. Miami Beach and Miami-Dade officials are hosting hurricane preparation workshops to remind residents of evacuation procedures and the importance of preparing for a storm before hurricane season (June 1 - November 30).
Thursday, May 16, 2 p.m.: Rebecca Towers, 200 Alton Road
Thursday, May 30, 2 p.m.: Four Freedom ouse, 3800 Collins Avenue
More information about how to prepare for hurricane season, including early registrations: visit http://web.miamibeachfl.
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Alton Road Construction: Detour Up Ahead
Northbound at 17 Street will be Detoured to Meridian Avenue for Several Months
Over the next two years, the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) will be working on major improvements to the road's infrastructure below and above the ground from 5 Street (including flyover) through Michigan Avenue.
Improvements to Collins Avenue between 5 Street and Lincoln Road begin June 3.
Bookmark the FDOT project page: http://www.fdotmiamidade.com/
More information: 305.905.5876 or Heather@hmlpublicoutreach.com
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| Special Commission Meeting to Discuss Boardwalk Monday, May 20, 9AM Special City Commission Meeting on Monday, May 20, 2013 at 9:00 a.m., at the Commission Chambers, Third Floor, City Hall, 1700 Convention Center Drive, Miami Beach, Florida to discuss the City's Boardwalk between 23 and 46 streets. All interested parties are invited to attend. Inquiries concerning this item should be directed to the City Manager's Office, at 305-673-7010. |
All residential buildings and businesses must have recycling programs. It is required by City Code. Contact your waste hauler or other recycling company to initiate a recycling program for your building or business.
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| Free Outdoor Movies SoundScape on Wednesdays 8PM, North Shore Bandshell on Fridays 8PM TEXT MBFilm to 91011 to Subscribe for SoundScape Film Updates. Season ends at the end of May. Send us your movie title suggestions for next season, email Movie Suggestion toartscalendar@miamibeachfl.gov. Share event invitation. More details: www.mbculture.com and www.miamibeachparks.com |
| Learn More How Sand Dunes Protect Your Properties Volunteer Opportunities and Workshops in June  Volunteer Dune Restoration EventSaturday, June 1 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM, Volunteer registration begins at 8:30 AM Pancoast Park (meet west of the dunes near 36th Street) FREE Beach and Dune Workshop Wednesday, June 19 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM Commission Chambers (City Hall, 3rd Floor) More details. |
Free Credit Counseling for Financial Literacy
City Hall Workshops: June 12, August 29, November 13City of Miami Beach's Office of Community Services has partnered with Clearpoint Credi COunseling to provide free financial literacy workshops to residents. The bilingual workshops will address topics such as budgeting, fundamentals of banking, wise use of credit, buying a home, family financial stability, how to open a small business and how credit works in your small business. The workshops will be held at City Hall, first floor conference room. For more information, www.clearpointCCS.org. |
Miami Beach Food Truck & Music Fest
 Every Fourth Wednesday of the Month in 20135PM - 10PM, North Shore Bandshell, 73 St & Collins Av Wednesday, May 22 Food Trucks: 5PM - 10PM Live music: 6PM - 9PM Share the event with your Facebook friends & family More > |
It's WasteFULL Weekends
Keep It Clean the First Weekend of Every Month | June 1 & 2 | 8AM - 8PM
During WasteFull Weekends, take your bulk trash to the two dumpster locations: 75 St + Dickens Avenue (North Beach) < RECYCLE HERE
541 Jefferson Avenue (South Beach)
Remember to recycle, it's the law!
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Download Free Miami Beach Report It App
Ask and Receive Answers, Report Problems, Request Services, Track and More  Frequently asked questions, request services and even express concerns on this online center. There is an extensive knowledge base of the most common questions asked. If the question is not listed, you can submit it for inclusion. Learn more about Report It. | Report It Online Just download Miami Beach Report It from any phone app store. It's free. How to Download to your Phone |
Caring for Animals
Keep Public Areas Clean & Follow the CodeSpay & Neuter / Volunteer The Meow Mobile comes to Miami Beach twice a month to spay and neuter community cats at North Shore Open Space Park. This program is made possible by a grant from PetSmart Charities, Inc. Upcoming dates: May 18, June 1 & 15. For an appointment and/or to volunteer: meowmobile@thecatnetwork.org, 305.233.9958. Feed Them, Don't Litter Be aware of littering laws. If you are feeding stray animals, food cannot be placed directly on the ground including plants or leaves and sand dunes. Also when using plates, cans or other containers, these objects must be removed immediately. Do not trespass in sand dunes. Report Contact Code Compliance at 305.673.7555 if you see any dogs off leash; any dogs owners failing to clean after the animal; and littering; or any trespassing in sand dunes. |
Free Condominium Workshops for Residents & Boards
3PM - 7PMJune 7: Meetings & Legislative Updates September 17: Elections, Rules & Official Records December 13: Budgeting and Financial Reporting Miami Beach City Hall, Commission Chamber, third floor 1700 Convention Center Drive The State of Florida Condominium Ombudsman's Office offers a series of courses on a quarterly basis in partnership with the City of Miami Beach. Miami Beach also has a condo ombudsman to assist condo dwellers.More info and assistance: barbarahawayek@miamibeachfl. |
Stop Government Corruption
Report Suspected Wrongdoing to FBIYour cooperation is needed to root out corruption. If you suspect any wrongdoing of a government employee, please report it anonymously to the FBI hotline at 305.944.9101. |
Free Pediatric Mobile Clinic By Appointment
University of Miami Pediatric Mobile Clinic & the City of Miami BeachFREE health care services to youth with no access or limited access to health care / medical insurance. To make an appointment, please call 305.243.6407. JUNE 19 Flamingo Park, 11 Street & Jefferson (PAL) JUNE 5 North Shore Park and Youth Center, 501 72 Street More info: www.miamibeachfl.gov, click on the Education tab. |
Traffic Alert: Road Construction Projects
Alton Road Improvements
Plan Travel Accordingly | Lane Closures Monday - Friday between 9AM - 3:30PM
Contact for Alton Rd project info: Heather Leslie, 305.905.5876 or heather@hmlpublicoutreach.com
www.fdotmiamidade.com
For real-time traffic reports, call 511 or go to www.fl511.com.
Check out the city's online GIS Traffic report. Call 511 for up-to-the-minute traffic reports throughout South Florida. Also listen to MB Radio 1670AM for weekly updates in Miami Beach. |
Sunday, May 12, 2013
MEJORAS EN LA CIUDAD DE DORAL ENVIADO POR NELLY ARGUELLO DIRECTOR DE RELACIONES INST .LATIN PEOPLE NEWS
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| Nelly Arguello por LATIN PEOPLE NEWS |
Una Excelente Iniciativa del
Alcalde de Ciudad Doral, poner en marcha varios proyectos mejorar el
insoportable Congestionamiento de la misma.
El Alcalde de Ciudad Doral Luigi
Boria, anuncia excelentes proyectos, que mejoraran el flujo vehicular, peatonal
y el transporte pesado. Estas mejoras podrán ser posibles en vista de que a
finales de este año La Ciudad de Doral
tendrá un superávit de 40 Millones de Dólares.
Dentro de las mejoras se
encuentra, la pavimentación de un
terreno ubicado en la Avenida 97. La cual permitirá el acceso a los camiones
que transportan la basura a la Incineradora, estos camiones comenzaran a
transitar por la 74 calle, descongestionando así la 58 calle.
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También anuncio que se construirá
un cruce peatonal en la calle 33 con la Avenida 87, esta calle llega hasta la
Avenida 117, sugirió el uso de esta vía ya que mejoraría de manera sustancial
el tráfico en la 25 y la 41 calle.
Anuncio la colocación de unos
relojes para la vía los cuales beneficiaran tanto a los peatones, como a
conductores.
En la Calle 114 ya comenzaron las
obras, las otras comenzaran a finales de este año, con un tiempo aproximado de
duración de 2 años de duración.
MENSAJE PARA EL DIA DE LAS MADRES ENVIADO POR NELLY ARGUELLO
Un día especial, un ser
único, capaz de cualquier sacrificio, constante, amoroso, valiente, fuerte, en
fin una Madre.
Un ser que posee tantos
atributos que es imposible describir tanta maravilla en palabras.
A Ustedes las Felicito
de todo corazón, porque las conozco y sé que cada una de Ustedes lo han
entregado todo por sus Hijos, incondicionalmente.
Porque desde el primer
día que estuvo su bebe entre sus brazos,
entendieron lo que realmente significaba la maravilla más perfecta de la
creación de Dios y se comprometieron ante la indefensa presencia de esa
criaturita tan hermosa que tenían en sus brazos, entendieron de qué tamaño era
el compromiso.
No fueron a ninguna
escuela para ser mamas perfectas, lucharon ante tantas adversidades, pero hoy
tienen la mayor de las satisfacciones; son hombres y mujeres de bien, algunos
ya les has concedido la maravillosa dicha de ser abuelas "el privilegio de
ver otra generación”.
Quiero Felicitarlas en
este día tan especial, a todas ustedes, madres hermosas y decirles que ustedes
no sé por lo que estén pasando en este momento, ni si su relación con sus hijos
este realmente perfecta, pero quiero cierren sus ojos por un momento y
recuerden; cuanto han luchado, cuanto le han entregado, cuantos años de lucha y
entenderán que lo entregaron todo y serán madres hasta el último día de sus
vidas, tan solo porque no se renuncia a ese Cargo. Quiero pedirte que te des un
abrazo allí donde estas, felicítense ustedes mismas y levantando la cara al
cielo denle gracias al señor con estas palabras: gracias por tanta
misericordia, porque sin ti no hubiese sido posible transitar este empedrado
camino, porque solo tu guía me ha podido llevar hasta aquí.
Yo en este día levanto
una plegaria a Dios por mi Madre; que descanse en paz, que el Señor la tenga en
su gloria.
Yo aunque que nunca la tuve físicamente, siempre
ha estado conmigo, quiero hoy darle las gracias públicamente, por traerme al mundo y decirle a través de estas
líneas, cuanto la amo.
También quiero decirle
hoy a todas ustedes, queridas Mamas que:
las amo, las respeto y las admiro muchísimo...gracias por su amor y amistad,
para con migo.
Reciban un beso, fuerte
abrazo y una lluvia de bendiciones.
FELIZ DIA DE LAS MADRES
Saturday, May 11, 2013
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CAFE CANELA EL PUNTO DE ENCUENTRO DE LOS VENEZOLANOS EN 15960 W STATE ROAD 84 WESTON
RAMON PERAZA PROPIETARIO DE CAFE CANELA
Friday, May 10, 2013
Mayor Luigi Boria nominates GrayRobinson P.A. as the new legal counsel for the City of Doral
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Press Release
Mayor Luigi Boria nominates GrayRobinson P.A. as the new legal counsel for the City of Doral
(Doral, FL) On Friday May 10th, 2013, Mayor Luigi Boria called a special Council meeting to nominate GrayRobinson P.A. as the City Attorney for the City of Doral. The Mayor and City Council voted unanimously to approve the nomination of the prestigious corporate law firm comprised of over 270 seasoned attorneys throughout eleven offices across Florida, providing legal services for several local governments.
Mayor Luigi Boria stated “given that the City of Doral continues to grow and that we continue to thrive as a municipality, I knew that our next City Attorney would have to have certain important qualities in order to be successful and continue to propel our City forward. The position was advertised by our Human Resources Department, and I have personally spoken to several individuals and firms interested in representing the City of Doral as our legal counsel. I was looking for a combination of experience, professionalism, accompanied by a strong experienced support team. After several weeks of searching, I made the decision to go with an attorney and a firm that I believe encompasses all of the previously mentioned characteristics.”
Mr. John Herin will be the designee from GrayRobinson P.A. advising the Mayor and City Council as well as City staff. After his remarks, Mayor Boria invited Mr. Herin to give a brief presentation and answer questions from fellow Council Members.
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Comunicado de Prensa
El Alcalde Luigi Boria nomina a GrayRobinson P.A. como la nueva firma legal de la Ciudad de Doral
(Doral, FL) El viernes 10 de mayo el Alcalde Luigi Boria convocó una reunión especial del Concejo para nominar a GrayRobinson P.A. como la firma de abogados de la Ciudad de Doral. El Alcalde y el Concejo de la ciudad votaron unánimemente a favor de la nominación de esta prestigiosa firma corporativa de abogados conformada por 270 abogados de sólida experiencia que trabajan en once oficinas diseminadas en el estado de Florida, prestando servicios legales a varios gobiernos locales.
El Alcalde Luigi Boria expresó “dado que la Ciudad de Doral continúa creciendo y que continuamos expandiéndonos como municipalidad, comprendí que el nuevo abogado de la Ciudad debería poseer cualidades importantes a fin de tener éxito en su gestión y continuar impulsando hacia adelante a nuestra Ciudad. La posición fue anunciada públicamente por nuestro Departamento de Recursos Humanos, y yo conversé personalmente con varias firmas que manifestaron su interés en servir a la Ciudad de Doral en calidad de consejeros legales. Lo que yo busqué fue una combinación de experiencia y profesionalismo, que a su vez estuviera respaldada por un equipo de apoyo de sólida trayectoria. Tras varias semanas de búsqueda, tomé la decisión de escoger a una firma de abogados que en mi opinión reunía todas las características y cualidades previamente mencionadas.
El Sr. John Herin será el abogado designado de GrayRobinson P.A. para dar consejo legal al Alcalde, a los demás miembros del Concejo, así como a los funcionarios de la Ciudad. Luego de concluir su intervención, el Alcalde Boria invitó al Sr. Herin a que hiciera una breve presentación y respondiera preguntas de sus colegas miembros del Concejo.
FLORIDA GEOLOGICAL SURVEY RECEIVES NATIONAL GRANT TO MAP IN NORTHEAST FLORIDA
FLORIDA GEOLOGICAL SURVEY RECEIVES NATIONAL GRANT TO MAP IN NORTHEAST FLORIDA
~Grant will increase knowledge of geology, which helps improve land-use planning in northeastern area of Florida~
TALLAHASSEE – The Department of Environmental Protection’s Florida Geological Survey has been awarded $193,183 by the U.S Geological Survey to produce a detailed geologic map of a portion of northeast Florida. The STATEMAP grant is the fourth-highest award amount distributed nationwide this year for work that will begin in September and is expected to be publicly available for digital download by December 2014.
“The funding provided by the USGS allows us to produce a geologic map in support of the societal, economic and scientific welfare needs of Florida,” said STATEMAP Project Manager Rick Green. “Our goal is to make these findings readily available and accessible to the public.”
The benefits of this type of mapping include a more comprehensive understanding of the distribution of rock, mineral and groundwater resources, including vulnerability of aquifers to contamination. These maps are also important in providing shallow subsurface geological information that can be used in understanding sinkholes and other geologic hazards.
The mapping effort involves extensive field work over a 12 month period, including visits to accessible rock and sediment exposures in mines and other excavated areas, as well as natural exposures in rivers, streams, sinkholes and springs. To better understand the underlying geologic units, project staff inspect rock and sediment samples from hundreds of wells, including new wells drilled in support of the project to fill data gaps. Extensive data management and map making in a geographic information system platform is also involved.
This work is conducted under the STATEMAP component of the National Cooperative Geologic Mapping Program, which serves to create a national geologic database that is accessible to the public. The STATEMAP Advisory Council, which is comprised of geologists and engineers in Florida, prioritized the St. Augustine quadrangle as the primary focus for this year’s work.
The approximately 2,000 square mile area was approved due to its location adjacent to current project mapping underway in the Daytona Beach area, as well as an additional project being conducted along the northeast coast of Florida funded by the National Park Service and Florida Geological Survey. This will allow the Florida Geological Survey to maximize its resources and expand upon existing data.
Since its inception in 1994, this component of the National Cooperative Geologic Mapping Program has funded more than $4.6 million in support of mapping to benefit Florida’s residents and environment, covering an area of more than 13,000 square miles.
Data gathered by the STATEMAP program is also used by other agencies in Florida. The Florida Department of Transportation used information from mapped STATEMAP projects for an assessment of strategic aggregate reserves in the state and to develop a better understanding of the geology in support of projects, such as the Florida Future Corridors program.
The maps are published annually and released in segments online. To learn more about mapping projects in your area, visit http://www.dep.state.fl.us/
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