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reetings My Fellow Miramarians: It has been a trying year and a half but thankfully, our city is moving forward and the path is clearer. As COVID-19 vaccines become more available, I wanted to let you know what is happening in our great city that will give you guidance regarding COVID-19 testing and vaccinations. For quite some time, we’ve had testing sites at Shirley Branca Park in Historic Miramar and the CVS at Miramar Parkway and Flamingo Road and that will continue. In addition, I was able to secure a permanent vaccine location at Vizcaya Park in Miramar, 14200 SW 55th Street, Miramar FL 33027. Our vaccination site provides 200 doses per day and that allocation is expected to increase to 400 doses in the coming weeks. The State-Run site gives the community access to the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccines for both the first and second doses. Named the Miramar Health Equity Site, it is open 7 day per week from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on a first come, first served basis, No appointment needed. Please remember to bring proof of Florida residency such as a Florida Driver’s license. If you need additional information, please visit www. MiramarFL.gov/Vaccine. We at the City are always trying to do our best on behalf of our wonderful residents and will continue to do so. Our number one priority is the safety and well-being of our residents. I also wanted to let you know about some things we’ve been doing out of the Mayor’s office. Health & Fitness has always been a passion of mine personally and when I was elected Commissioner and subsequently Mayor of Miramar, I brought that effort to the residents as well. We began with the Annual 3k Run/Walk- Health & Fitness Fair and three years ago, increased that to a 5K Run-Health & Fitness

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Fair. We were able to have our event this year, on a smaller, but nonethe-less, wonderfully successful scale. To help our residents release and heal, for about a month now, we’ve been offering Free Yoga on Saturday mornings at 10 a.m. at City Hall Plaza, by the Botanical Garden. This has become so popular, we’ve decided to extend the sessions another 10 weeks and will possibly be adding a weeknight offering of Free Yoga as well. Sponsored by my office and led by Yogi Rocki Roland, the sessions are for enthusiasts of all levels. Whether you’ve been practicing yoga for years or newly interested, I invite you to join us. You won’t regret it. My office continues to sponsor free Wi-Fi for families with school children who cannot afford to do so at this time. The program will continue for an additional six months, if you are a family in need, please contact your school administration and they will advise you. Please note, your school must be a Title 1 School in Miramar. Lastly, Commissioner Winston F. Barnes and I co-hosted Vietnam Veterans Day on March 29th, in partnership with the Jr. ROTC at Everglades High School. These phenomenal Veterans have not always been received as they should have been and Commissioner Barnes and I joined together to recognize our Vets and extended our thanks for all they’ve done on behalf of our country. Twitter & Instagram - @waynemessam Facebook.com/MayorWayneMMessam

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ello, my friends! As the pandemic continues to impact our lives, with mass testing and vaccination rollouts, we hope and pray for some normalcy. I am urging all those who can get vaccinated to do so, this way we will be closer to herd immunity. Please continue to wear your masks, social distance, and practice proper hygiene to help stop the spread of Covid-19. As we entered March, I decided to continue with my Thursday “Drop & Go” initiative of weekly food distribution for those residents that are unable to attend the drive-thru site to receive free groceries. Thankfully, I have been able to partner with Farm Share, Inc. to deliver this much needed aid to Miramar homes. I am grateful for all those who continue to volunteer their time to ensure that the food insecurities in our local community are met. Sadly, on March 16, 2021 a series of mass shootings occurred at three massage parlors in the metropolitan area of Atlanta, Georgia where eight people were killed, six of whom were Asian-American women, and one other person was wounded. On March 20th, I stood in solidarity with our elected officials for a prayer vigil with our AsianAmerican brothers and sisters, condemning hate of any kind, in any form at Ghandi Square in Davie. I extend my prayers and condolences to the families and friends of this senseless tragedy. On March 23rd, I joined my fellow Commissioners to open the new Harbour Lakes playground which was greatly needed for the residents in this area.

Vizcaya Park which is opened daily from 9am – 5pm and offering up to 400 Pfizer vaccines. For the month of April, the Miramar Police Department and I once again partnered on a Gun Buyback Program, Guns for Funds, that allowed for individuals to safely dispose of their guns. Guns for Funds was 100% anonymous where individuals received up to a $100 in gift cards for each handgun surrendered and up to a $150 in gift for cards for each assault rifle or shotgun. As part of the initiative, a Community & Cops event took place in Historic Miramar’s Bravo Supermarket, which gave residents an opportunity to meet their Community Resource Officers, where they found out what resources were available to them and how they could make an impact within their community with jobs and volunteer opportunities. On April 13th, I was pleased to have been able to attend the grand opening of the historic police substation which I had proposed back in 2013. We now have equitable police presence and facilities in West Miramar, Central and East Miramar. Please take care of yourselves and each other. To contact my office regarding any concerns, please free to call (954) 602-3155 or email me at apdavis@miramarfl.gov. You may subscribe to receive email updates from my office at www.miramarfl.gov/ Davis or follow me on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter @4AlexandraDavis. Your Humble Servant, Commissioner Alexandra P. Davis

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west and four total precincts. The voter turnout was up from 4 years ago from about 7,000 votes in 2017 to over 12,000 this year. Certainly a nice he staple that started increasebusinesses but still ONLY 14 percent of the with eligible voters in Miramar took the time votemagazine. by mail or in person. Voter added apathy cannot e intothe We also 13 continue in the City of Miramar, we can do better and we need better representation and diversity in City Hall. A e need to advertise your personal thank you toand all of promote the volunteers that helped with the campaign as well the residents that donated. The new friends that I made through the process is aasmisconception that print is dead wereend worth wasadvertising. a great experience. is the allit alone. be allIt'sfor I I ask all of you to take a minute and read Mayor Messam and Commissioner Davis columns. Both continue to be lar isreally extremely ininitiatives in the City and NOT just active and important implementing because some positive waiting until an election yearresearch to be makingand a difference in our community. er point for you to read,

administered this past year and the Covid – 19 numbers continuing to decrease, it truly feels like we are getting back to some form of normalcy. There is finally a light at the end of the pandemic tunnel. I am so pleased with the amount of new businesses that are in this issue. From Real Estate Agents, Dentists, Restaurants, Insurance Agencies and our first Law Firm, the magazine is a wonderful resource for you to find local businesses to do business with. Reach out to them if you are in need of their goods and services.

You all know I need my sports fix, so indulge me for a moment. We have two really hot teams getting ready to make a playoff run. The Florida Panthers Hockey Club is one of the best teams in the league and is a serious contender to win a Championship this year. We all know our beloved Miami Heat will again show up strong as the playoffs start soon. The Dolphins had an amazing off-season and all of the draft experts unanimously agree that they had a great draft. The future Before we know it, school will be out and summer will be here. Enjoy ment or something going on in the City is bright and the season is only four months away, I cannot wait. Sports is such a On an extremely positive note, the heinous billboard that was erected over a the spring and Mother’s Day feel to thisfrom issue Miramar theof you love the hat particular company or City website wonderful distraction the of dayInside to day grind and I hopeinmany year ago on Dykes Road and Miramar Parkway will be taken down soon. Many local teams as much as I do in the two cities we call home. cityand you call home. d then hopefully becoming a customer of you that receive this magazine made your voices heard expressed your displeasure the terrible It’s also vital with to hear fromlocation. our keyI firmly Citybelieve this is the reason it will be relocated soon to another that makes Sincerely, se Inside Miramar as alocation resource withsense for the City, Out Front Media and it’s residents.

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ear Reader: We’re well into 2021 and while vaccines have us hopeful, the COVID-19 pandemic still has many feeling anxious, worried and isolated. This month has been dedicated to bringing awareness to mental health issues such as these. During May, the City of Pembroke Pines along with National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) joins the national movement to raise awareness about mental health by issuing a proclamation recognizing May as Mental Health Awareness Month. In the Proclamation I strongly urge the citizens in our community to commit to increasing and understanding mental health illnesses, reducing stigma and discrimination, and promoting appreciation and accessible services for all people with mental illnesses. Mental Health is often misunderstood because it is hard to define. It involves one’s social, emotional, and psychological well-being, and affects thoughts, feelings, and actions. When a person has positive mental health, they are better equipped to handle stress, be more productive, and realize their full potential. If you or a loved one is experiencing mental health issues, please visit resources we’ve posted on the city’s website at www.ppines.com. Simply click on Resident Resources at the top of the website and Mental Health Resources under Living in Pines. It’s also time to start preparing for Hurricane Season. On Sunday, May 9, 2021 through Saturday, May 15, 2021, we recognize National Hurricane Preparedness Week. National Hurricane Preparedness is a nationwide effort to inform the public about hurricane hazards and to disseminate information and share knowledge which can be used to prepare and take action.

Hurricane preparedness is essential to all of us living in South Florida which is why we provide an extensive and comprehensive section regarding hurricanes, preparation and resources on the city’s website at www.ppines.com/hurricane called Pembroke Pines Prepared. There will also continually be helpful information posted on the city’s social media on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter throughout the season and year, and during National Hurricane Preparedness Week. Please also join us virtually on Monday, May 31, 2021 at 9 am when the City of Pembroke Pines will honor our country’s men and women who have died in the military during a virtual Memorial Day observance. To ensure everyone’s safety, it will be a live feed tribute on the city’s Facebook page (fb./me/cityofpembrokepines) and Instagram (@ cityofppines). While Memorial Day may symbolize the start of summer for many, this is a special day set aside to honor all men and women who have died in military service for the United States. Originally called Decoration Day, Memorial Day was officially proclaimed on May 5, 1868 by General John Logan, National Commander of the Grand Army of the Republic. It was first observed on May 30, 1868 when flowers were placed on the graves of Union and Confederate soldiers at Arlington National Cemetery. The Day is now observed every year on the last Monday of May. For more information about the Memorial Day Observance, please call 954-392-2116. Please remain safe. As always, if you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact my office at 954-450-1020 or by e-mail at fortis@ ppines.com From your Mayor Frank C. Ortis City of Pembroke Pines

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ire is fast! Did you know a house fire can become deadly in as little as two minutes? Nowadays fires can grow quickly due to the items we have in our home. Much of our furniture and other belongings are made of plastic and other synthetics that are likely to burn faster in a fire, as well as produce deadly smoke. Other factors that aid the rapid growth of a fire in our homes are lightweight building materials, open design concepts, and flooring. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), over 80% of fire deaths occur in the home. Home fire sprinklers can save lives and property from fire; they respond quickly and effectively and often extinguish the fire before the fire department arrives. Having a home safe from fire means you should have working smoke alarms, these work as your early warning. Smoke alarms should be installed inside every bedroom, outside every sleeping area and on every level of your home. Test your smoke alarms once a month and change batteries when you change your clocks. Make sure you and your family have an escape plan, and practice the escape plan regularly with family members. Fire Sprinklers work as suppression and can put out a fire in one and a half minutes or less. So how do home fire sprinklers work? It’s not like what we see on our T.V.’s and movies where they all activate simultaneously and you and

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