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The original northwest Miami-Dade community newspaper for the Town of Miami Lakes & surrounding areas Vol. 42 No 5

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MIAMI LAKES, FLORIDA

MARCH 4, 2016

M.L. Chamber welcomes Cyber Security Expert Dr. Tejay March 9....See Page 4

Our Lady of the Lakes Spring Festival March 10-13 Our Lady of the Lakes Catholic Church will be hosting its 42nd annual Spring Festival on the school grounds on N.W. 67 Avenue and Miami Lakeway North (N.W. 158 St.) the weekend of March 10 through 13.

Guests can stroll through the main section, play games, visit local business exhibits and stop for dinner. The food court features an array of international cuisine.

There is something for every taste including Latin, Cuban, Mexican, Italian, Jamaican, Colombian, Filipino, BBQ, American, Spanish Tapas and more.

More than 20 popular carnival rides and attractions will thrill peo-

ple of all ages, including toddlers in the special kiddy ride section.

Come and see Miami Lakes from the top of the Giant Ferris Wheel, listen to loud music at high speeds on the Orbiter, and experience the thrill on the Kamikaze. Young people can scramble through fun houses, climb aboard a pirate ship and play some carnival games.

The main stage is full of different live shows and performances throughout the weekend. Music will fill the nights with live bands and DJs. Sunday afternoon is family day; a children’s talent show and performances from dance studios in the area take place.

Aside from food, rides and

entertainment, there will be a basketball tournament on Saturday, March 12 and Sunday, March 13, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., which is open to the public. Registration is online at www.miamibasketball. net or andre@miamibasketball. net.

Admission to the festival is free, but tickets are required for

rides. Bracelets can be purchased at a discounted price, before or after Masses on March 5 and 6.

They are also available for purchase at the Church gift shop until March 9 between 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. The discounted pre-festival prices are: A 4-day bracelet is $50, Thursday-$l5, Friday$20,

Saturday -$25 and Sunday -$25.

They are also available online www.ollnet.com/festival.

The festival is the primary fundraiser for Our Lady of the Lakes. Proceeds support the operating budget for the church and school.

Graham and Shula employees in Dolphin Cancer Challenge Team Graham Companies/ Shula’s participated in the 2016 Dolphin Cancer Challenge on February 20 by riding, running and walking raising nearly $12,000 in the annual event.

Employees from The Graham Companies, Shula’s Hotel and Hotel Indigo Miami Lakes, as well

as friends and family made up the team of 18.

Since its inaugural ride in 2010, the Dolphin Cancer Challenge has raised over $11 million for cancer research at the Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center at the University of Miami.

EMPLOYEES of The Graham Companies, Shula’s Hotel and Hotel Indigo Miami Lakes participated in the 2016 Dolphin Cancer Challenge on February 20. Pictured (top, from left) Yohannes Saenz, Jackie Cruz, Quintin Valiente, Lindsay Selmer Chris 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.)

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

‘Geezers’ in Senior Games softball

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

n Charter Revision Commission puts finishing touches on proposed amendments..............3

n Main Street winning banners’ exhibit scheduled for March 9............................. 11

n Monsignor Pace High baseball team off to a good start on the season with a 4-2 record...16

n Miami Lakes funds new PSAT elective at Bob Graham Education Center..................19

n News and Notes of interest from the Town of Miami Lakes See pages................................6 & 7

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

n BGEC’s Bobcat Dancers perform at halftime during Heat vs. Atlanta game......................17

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

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2016 Town Elections:

Total of 11 candidates so far for mayor and 3 council seats

By David L. Snelling The Miami Laker staff The race for Miami Lakes mayor will be the hottest ticket in town this fall, when the incumbent, a former mayor and two council members vie for the city’s top political position.

In the other Town Council races, one incumbent drew two challengers, while the other council member is still running unopposed, and three among the four political neophytes have thrown their hats in the ring to run for a seat which was left open following an office holder’s bid for mayor.

After months of remaining tight-lipped about his future plans, Mayor Michael Pizzi announced he is running for a third term in the town’s November general election, as he’s set to face off against his political foe and former mayor Wayne Slaton and Councilmembers Ceasar Mestre and Manny Cid. Business woman Xiomara Pazos and novice Robin BrownBeamon are challenging Councilmember Tony Lama’s reelection bid for Seat Three.

Pazos unsuccessfully ran against Mestre for Seat Six two years ago but has returned in hopes of winning the second time around.

Like Beamon, Esther Colon, Nayib Hassan, and Wendy Milanes are fresh faces seeking to gain a foothold in local government, as the three residents are running for Seat Five which will be vacated by Cid. Cid initially launched his reelection bid for his seat but

changed his mind and decided to run for mayor.

So far, Councilmember Nelson Rodriguez is running opposed for Seat One. Pizzi said he initially mulled not running for reelection but the town’s Charter Revision Commission’s proposals to allow council members to pick the mayor following an election to serve for two years instead of voters electing someone for a four-year term and mandate the entire Town Council pick the next town manager and town attorney changed his mind. “I was very concerned that the Charter Commissiion is proposing to eliminate the role of the mayor and make him/her an insignificant figure head,� Pizzi said. “The mayor should be elected by the people, the public face of the town and the person people turn to in a time of crisis. The mayor should be a strong leader and dedicated to getting things accomplished and not someone just to cut the ribbon and take pictures. If I don’t run, the Town Council will try to turn the mayor’s position into a useless figure head instead of a leader.�

Since he became mayor in 2008, Pizzi said he has accomplished a lot of goals residents set before lawmakers since incorporation in 2000.

He said under his administration, Miami Lakes built a new government center, opened up N.W. 87 Avenue to provide a faster route to the western portion of the town, lower taxes, gain control of the town’s parks from Miami-Dade and work with county officials to build the new fire station.

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Charter Revision Commission puts finishing touches on amendments

By David L. Snelling The Miami Laker staff The Miami Lakes Town Council would pick the next town manager and town attorney with public input instead of placing the sole responsibility on the mayor in the latest round of proposed charter amendments to give lawmakers equal powers to select the top administrators to run the day-today operations.

Last week, the Miami Lakes Charter Revision Commission recommended the changes and lawmakers must set a date for an election for residents to vote on whether to modify the charter or keep it intact.

The commission’s plans to shake up the town’s bureaucracy includes allowing council members to select a mayor from their own body following an election for up to a two-year term, erasing the current format of residents electing a mayor at large to serve for four years.

The change is intended to eliminate politics and prevent elected officials from using the mayoral position as a springboard to higher political office, the commission indicated, which is hoping residents approve a mail-in ballot in May so the suggested changes could take effect for the town’s November general election.

But Town Attorney Raul Gastesi dropped a bombshell by indicating the council can set a date beyond May, instead opting for the August countywide pri-

mary or the November election, which means most of the changes, if approved, won’t be valid until the next two years, and four years for the mayoral position. “The county gave us three options, a mail-in ballot in May, an election for August or the November election,� Gastesi said. “If it’s not on the August or November ballot, any changes you recommend won’t conceivably take effect until at least four years for the mayor’s seat. As far as any changes affecting council member, they won’t take effect until at least two years.�

He corrected an error in a story The Miami Laker ran last month that stated council members can reject the commission’s amendments, and instead said lawmakers must allow the residents to vote on the commission’s recommendations to alter the charter.

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

must approve a resolution 60 days before the date of the referendum.

Council members would have to call a special election in mid March to approve the ballot language and subsequently submit it to the county to schedule a public vote through a mail-in ballot, he said.

Mayor Michael Pizzi, and Councilmembers Caesar Mestre and Manny Cid, who are running for mayor, along with former mayor Wayne Slaton, all opposed the commission’s proposal to change the structure of electing a mayor at large.

The Charter Revision Commission has been meeting for several months hashing out a rash of proposed charter amendments to bring the local bureaucracy more in line with a council-manager form of government, giving the mayor and council members equal duties, and requiring a new

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M. L. Chamber welcomes Cyber Security expert Dr. Gurvirender Tejay

DR. GURVIERENDER TEJAY

Dr. Gurvirender Tejay, an associate professor for the Gary Goldbloom Endowed Distinguished Chair in Cyber Security Management at St. Thomas University’s School of Business, is the guest speaker at the Miami Lakes Chamber of Commerce monthly membership meeting, scheduled for Wednesday, March 9 at Don Shula’s Hotel Grand Ballroom.

Networking starts at 11:30 a.m. followed by lunch at noon.

Tejay’s research interests include information security, privacy and technological change.

Within information security, his work has focused on information

security success, security culture, security strategy, cyber harassment, security governance, information risk, computer crime and insider threat detection.

Tejay has been invited by Department of Homeland Security/National Security Agency as Subject Matter Expert to review Cyber-Security Workforce Framework, National Initiative for Cybersecurity Education.

Chamber members and guests must reserve a table by 2 p.m., Friday, March 4. For more information, call Marta Diaz at 305556-2212 or email mdiaz@miami lakeschamber.com.

‘Graham Herd’ runs marathon in Jacksonville to fight cancer On February 14, the Graham Herd returned to Jacksonville for the seventh consecutive year to participate in the “26.2 with Donna Marathon to Finish Breast Cancer.”

Donations from the run benefits breast cancer research at the Mayo Clinic and well as helping to fund the needs of underserved breast cancer patients.

Participants in the Graham Herd include members of the

extended Graham family, The Graham Companies and friends who run in memory of Sandra Graham Younts (sister/aunt/ friend) as well as other family and friends.

There were four relay teams for the 26.2 mile course and one halfmarathon runner (Cynthia Graham Gordon). Over the seven years, the Graham Herd has raised over $120,000 for the cause including over $18,000 this year.

THE GRAHAM HERD included (top, from left) Gabe Mendoza, Emerson Allen, Luis Martinez, Stuart Drew, Katie Martinez, Lee and Cynthia Gordon, Elizabeth York, and Andrea Graham Rechichi; (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.)

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Miami Lakes Relay for Life event will be held Saturday, April 2, from 3 p.m. to midnight at Miami Lakes Optimist Park, 6411 N.W. 162 Street.

The Town’s Youth Activities Task Force and Just Run Program have created teams and will be participating in this community

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

To create a team or donate, visit www.relayforlife.org/miamilakesfl. For more information about the Relay for Life, contact Dalizbel.batistabatchelor@cancer.org.

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News and Notes from the Town of Miami Lakes Cinderella featured in Movies at the Park ‘The Spot’ Youth Center has Miami Lakes Youth Activities Task Force invites residents to attend the 8th annual Movies at the Park Series at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, March 4 at Miami Lakes Picnic

Park West, 15151 N.W. 82 Avenue.

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

remake of Disney’s classic romantic fantasy film.

Bring blankets and picnic baskets for a family-friendly free evening of movie watching under the stars.

The last movie for the current series will feature “E.T., the ExtraTerrestrial,” on Friday, March 18.

The Movie at the Park series is sponsored by Palmetto General Hospital.

Volunteers can earn Community Service Hours Miami Lakes is known as one of the most beautiful residential areas in South Florida with a quality of life that is second to none.

The Town hosts more than 100 events each year and is currently seeking volunteers to help with events, activities, and programs related to the Town. People of all ages are encouraged to register, and students can receive school service hours for their help.

Interested persons can visit the Town’s website for a complete list of volunteer opportunities: www.miamilakes-fl.gov/volunteer. Completed forms should be submitted via email to Carmen Stewart at stewartc@miamilakesfl.gov. Parental consent must be given for individuals under 18 years old.

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interesting activities for teens Tips on preparing for an interview and a choice of movies are featured for Miami Lakes teens this month at “The Spot” Youth Center, 6075 Miami Lakes Drive East.

The Youth Activities Task Force (YATF) will conduct a workshop at 10 a.m. on Saturday, March 5, to help youth successfully develop a professional resume and cover letter in addition to participating in a mock interview session.

The workshop is part of YATF’s Summer Youth Employment Initiative. Additional workshop will be held prior to the Job

Fair in May. Teens also have a chance to select their movies of choice for Movie Night at 6 p.m. on Friday, March 11.

“The Spot” has posted a survey of 10 movie choices on its website, www.miamilakes-fl.gov/thespot and interested participants are asked to select their top three choices by Friday, March 4.

Other programming at “The Spot” includes Open Hang Nights, field trips, and community service opportunities. For a complete list of programs and events at the Youth Center, visit the website, or call 305-819-7768.

Family Health & Fitness Fair and Bike Rodeo on March 19 Miami Lakes Elderly Affairs Committee and Youth Activities Task Force (YATF) have joined forces to host the Town’s 2nd annual Family Health and Fitness Fair from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, March 19, at Mary Collins Community Center, 15151 N.W. 82 Avenue.

This year, YATF will hold their annual Bike Rodeo in conjunction with the Fitness Fair and included is a community bike ride which will begin and end at the Collins Community Center. Participants are asked to ride their own bikes if available, but some bikes will be

available to rent.

The event will include a Health and Fitness Vendor Expo, a variety of health screenings, free flu shots provided by Walgreens, wellness games for kids, a bike raffle, free bicycle helmets and fittings, fingerprint IDs for children, and a bicycle demonstration by the Miami-Dade Pedestrian Unit.

For a complete list of event activities, or to download the vendor registration form, visit www. miamilakes-fl.gov/fitfair, or contact Clarisell De Cardenas at decardenasc@miamilakes-fl.gov, or 305-364-6100.

Miami Lakes youth have two choices between YMCA and PEAR Summer Break camps Town of Miami Lakes, in partnership with PEAR and the YMCA, will be offering Spring Break Camps beginning the week of March 21.

The camps will run Monday to Friday, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., for children between the ages of 5 and 15 years old. Both organizations also offer after school care from 2 to 6 p.m. during the school year with transportation available.

Spring Break Camp with PEAR will take place the new Youth Center at Miami Lakes East Park, 6075 Miami Lakes Drive East, while the YMCA will host its camp at the Roberto Alonso Community Center, 16500 N.W. 87 Avenue.

The PEAR Camp has a theme

of “Goin’ Green” and will explore the importance of preserving and protecting the environment and includes a trip to Jungle Island.

The weekly fee is $125 with a 10 percent discount for siblings.

The YMCA Camp will feature free swimming lessons for all campers. Parents are advised to pack a lunch, snack, a pair of comfortable sneakers, water bottle, swim suit, sandals, sunblock and a change of clothes. The weekly fee is $100.

For information on the PEAR Camp, visit www.pearprograms. com, or email shelly@pearprogrms.com.

For information on the YMCA Camp, call 305-357-4000.

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News and Notes from the Senior Field Trip to HistoryMiami Museum Town of Miami Lakes Miami Lakes Optimist Club’s baseball/softball season opens More than 400 children participating on more than 30 baseball and softball teams were on hand Friday, February 19, when Miami Lakes Mayor Michael Pizzi threw the ceremonial first pitch to open the Miami Lakes Optimist Club’s baseball season.

“On behalf of the Town Council, I congratulate the Optimist Club board members, volunteers and coaches for the countless number of hours they

have given. Their efforts enable the Town to provide successful programs year after year to the children of Miami Lakes,” said Pizzi.

Since 1969, and in partnership with the Town since 2000, Optimist Club volunteers have assisted in the development of youth through quality sports and educational programs fostering a foundation of strong, civic minded youth citizens.

Miami Lakes Elderly Affairs Committee is offering a free field trip for Town residents 55 years and above on Saturday, March 12, to the Sinatra exhibit at the HistoryMiami Museum.

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

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

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

through superstardom.

Transportation is provided to and from Town Hall. The bus will depart from Town Hall at 10 a.m.

Space is limited and reservations are required. To reserve seating on the bus, contact Clarisell De Cardenas at decardenasc@miamilakes-fl.gov, or 305-364-6100.

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

Town Council Regular Meeting Tuesday, March 1, 6:30 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Youth Activities Task Force Meeting Wednesday, March 2, 7:00 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Cultural Affairs Committee Meeting Thursday, March 3, 7:00 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Elderly Affairs Committee Meeting Wednesday, March 9, 8:30 AM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Education Advisory Board Meeting Thursday, March 10, 6:30 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla.

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

Town launches two new programs for senior citizens Two new Senior Programs provided by the Alliance for Aging will star this month at the Roberto Alonso Community Center, 16500 N.W. 87 Avenue.

“Living Healthy” will be held from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Tuesdays beginning March 29.

The six-week program teaches participants to stay active and enjoy life. It offers new skills for living with chronic diseases like arthritis, heart disease, cancer, bronchitis, emphysema, asthma, and epilepsy.

Participants will also learn how to manage symptoms, use medication effectively, communicate bet-

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

“Diabetes Self-Management” will be held from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Thursdays beginning March 31. The six-week program is aimed at finding practical ways to deal with diabetes, discover better nutrition and exercise choices, and set goals for improvement in health and life.

Space for these classes is limited and required registration opens March 7. For more information or to register, contact Kristina Labossiere at labossierek@miamilakes-fl.gov, or 305-698-9308.

Miami Lakes’ Spring Fling scheduled for March 26 with Easter Egg hunt for children Miami Lakes Youth Activities Task Force (YATF) will host the annual Spring Fling beginning at 10 a.m. on Saturday, March 26, at Miami Lakes Picnic Park West, 15151 N.W. 82 Avenue.

The free event will feature the

annual Easter Egg Hunt for children 12 and under.

For more information about YATF and its events, visit www.miamilakes-fl.gov/yatf, or email lysakk@miamilakes-fl.gov, or call 305-698-9308.

Charter Revision Commission Meeting Monday, March 14, 6:00 p.m.

Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Economic Development Committee Meeting Tuesday, March 15, 5:30 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Planning & Zoning Board Meeting Tuesday, March 15, 6:00 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Veterans Committee Meeting Thursday, March 17, 6:00 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Neighborhood Improvement Committee Meeting Thursday, March 17, 7:00 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Public Safety Committee Meeting Tuesday, March 22, 6:30 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Charter Revision Commission Meeting Monday, March 28, 6:00 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. In accordance with the provisions of F. S. Section 286.0105, should any person seek to appeal any decision made by the Council with respect to any matter considered at these meetings, such person will need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made; which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

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

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

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

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Proposed changes would return to 4 residential seats (Continued from Page 3) process and criteria for selecting a town manager and town attorney.

Under the original town charter, the mayor appoints the town manager and town attorney, subject to approval by council members.

But under Commission member Joshua Dieguez’s proposal, the entire Town Council would nominate candidates for the town manager’s position, conceivably creating a screening panel to make recommendations to lawmakers, a

format which is used in Cooper City, Palmetto Bay and Coral Gables.

He asked Miami Lakes Town Manager Alex Rey to describe his experience when he applied for the city manager’s position in Coral Gables to get a better understanding of how the selection process works.

Rey said Coral Gables tapped a consulting firm to help screen 125 applicants nationwide and narrowed the candidates down to a

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From there, he said a group of six completed a three-level process which included meeting with the city’s department directors and one-on-one interviews with the five commissioners, who then picked two finalists for the position and further questioned them to determine the best candidate for the job.

Albeit Rey didn’t get the nod, he said the city’s selection process was healthy without relying on a single individual to nominate a candidate for town manager.

“In Coral Gables, everybody felt part of that process,” Rey said.

“I find it to be a transparent and healthy process.”

Commission member Roberto Alonso Jr., commended Dieguez’s idea.

“It goes in line with our vision of the government that we have in place, taking away bureaucracy of one individual person in selecting how the town is run,” he said.

Commission member Ramiro Inguanzo, who said he has been involved in several high level recruitments for city managers, indicated another solution which involves residents taking part in the selecting process of hiring a town manager by creating a committee to work with lawmakers.

“I have seen a lot of citizen engagement and I know it’s something we heard from the public,” he said.

The commission also approved Dieguez’s suggestion to add language in the town charter for qualifications for the town manager’s position “based solely on execu-

tive and administration qualifications with special reference to actual experience and knowledge of the duties of the office of the city manager with requirements set by the Town Council.”

The commission voted against Inguanzo’s proposal that the next town manager should be required to live in Miami Lakes to share the same experience as residents and be a part of the community that he is in charge of running.

“I think it would be an impediment of getting qualified people if they have to purchase property for residency in the Town of Miami Lakes, especially if they have to move their family and children” said Commission chair David Bennett. “I see that as a problem and not a solution.”

Dieguez’s colleagues sided with him on extending the Town Council’s duties of selecting the next town attorney with input from residents as well.

Other proposed charter amend-

ments include bringing back four residential seats for equal representation among constituents and a run-off election if neither candidate fails to collect at least 51 percent of the votes.

To do away with the confusion over the 2013 special election, the town’s vice mayor would fill in as mayor should the top office holder be arrested and suspended from political office until he is restated.

If the mayor is convicted, the vice mayor would fill the rest of the mayoral term.

The suggested change would prevent the brouhaha that was caused three years ago when Pizzi was arrested for allegedly accepting bribes and kick backs, and Slaton won a special election to serve out the remaining term.

Pizzi sued Governor Rick Scott in the Florida Supreme Court for refusing to lift his suspension following his acquittal and got his old job back in the lower courts, forcing Slaton to resign from office.

PSN’s Easter Eggstravaganza planned for Saturday, March 19 Miami Dade County Commission Vice Chairman Esteban Bovo Jr., Florida State Senator Rene Garcia, and Miami Dade School Board Chairwoman Perla Tabares Hantman, along with the Palm Springs North Civic Association, are sponsoring the annual Easter Eggstravaganza on Saturday, March 19, at Norman and Jean Reach Park, 7901 N.W. 176 Street.

The free event is from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

It includes an Easter Egg Hunt, taking pictures with the Easter Bunny, free carnival rides, and face painting. Food vendors will be on hand.

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Bob Graham tours UF students around Miami Lakes

By David L. Snelling The Miami Laker staff Retired U.S. Senator Bob Graham recently invited a group of landscape architecture students from the University of Florida on a tour of Miami Lakes, a community that was once a dairy farm before his family developed the area into an award-winning project of residential, commercial and industrial developments.

The tour was part of the students’ three-day field trip in Florida, where they visited several architecture firms and urban planning projects for the outdoor environment but nothing could compare to their experience in Miami Lakes.

They got an opportunity to see Main Street with its stores, restaurants, Don Shula’s Hotel, the stateof-the-art movie theatre and residential living above the stores.

The students also saw the sym-

bolism of the original community of Miami Lakes, the cows which were grazing in a large pasture field near Main Street, and Miami Lakes Town Hall, where government officials run the daily operations of the town.

The students also saw upscale residential areas designed with a landscaping and beautification master plan of trees and botanical gardens, ample open green spaces, greenways, pocket parks and nature preserves.

The students visited the two large Industrial parks, the beaches, Graham Park, Shula’s Golf Club and Athletic Club, the Mary Collins Community Center for senior classes, the Roberto Alonso Community Center at Royal Oaks Park, the new Youth Center, and other areas that made Miami Lakes the model for residential and commercial development throughout the United States.

Maria C. Gurucharri, associate professor and chair of the UF Department of Landscape Architecture and School of Landscape Architecture and Planning College of Design, Construction and Planning, said the field trip to Miami Lakes was

“wonderful.”

“We were fortunate that Senator Graham invited us to visit Miami Lakes, and we had a wonderful morning in the life of Miami Lakes,” she said. “Today, it was great.”

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“We enjoyed seeing the urban work, it’s a natural feeling,” she said. “It’s a setting for everyone.”

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Mayor’s seat draws four candidates for November (Continued from Page 3) A Miami Lakes business leader, Cid said he believes he is the mayoral candidate who can take Miami Lakes to the next level. “Miami Lakes has a bright future and I feel that I possess the unique skills to lead to the next generation of

Miami Lakes,” he said. “This election will decide the future of our town. We face the most important decision in the town’s history and my promise to Miami Lakes is that I’ll work with all my heart and energy to restore the Miami Lakes brand.”

Mestre said he was surprised at Pizzi’s decision to run for reelection after he told him he was not seeking a third term.

“He told me he wasn’t going to run because he didn’t want to relive his criminal case,” Mestre said.

Mestre, an attorney, said Miami Lakes is looking for a leader to move this town in the right direction after residents put the blame on Pizzi for his action that led to his arrest in 2013 and legal problems for the town.

“Miami Lakes residents are ready to move on and they blame Mr. Pizzi for his judgement that is costing the town a lot of money from his lawsuit against the town,” Mestre said.

Mestre indicated residents embrace his demeanor and leadership, especially during the time he was the town’s interim mayor following Pizzi’s suspension from office.

He said residents are tired of the constant bickering on the council and turned to him since he has a proven track record to unite Miami Lakes.

Mestre was able to unite lawmakers, as he became the first town council member to muster the endorsement of the entire Town Council during his reelection bid in 2014, when he overwhelmingly defeated Pazos.

“The residents feel that I am the right leader because of my demeanor and leadership, who can lead the town in the right direction,” he said. “I can unite people and lead the town to preserve our services and quality of living.”

Slaton said he’s running for

mayor again because he wants to restore and protect Miami Lakes’ once tranquil and highly acclaimed community.

“Over the past few years, the Town of Miami Lakes has found itself needing to brand itself,” said Slaton, the town’s first mayor and the leader of the incorporation movement. “This is the number one reason I am running to again serve as mayor, to make sure Miami Lakes is maintained at the highest standards.”

Slaton said he also wants to lead a people friendly, small town government to serve the needs of the residents and business, the core value of the incorporation movement.

He added he wants to lead the town’s government and Town Council by example, with integrity and regained trust.

“Leading by example is showing respect for everyone,” he said.

“Unfortunately, we are back to seeing antagonistic council meetings, shouting matches with the public, and meetings that go on till midnight, not taking care of business.”

“At this time, with all the lingering controversies, constant bickering and real issues affecting our quality of life, from within and outside the town, I believe I am the best person to restore, protect and move the town forward,” he said.

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Main Street winning banners’ exhibit set for March 9 Main Street Merchants and The Graham Companies will host a special exhibit showcasing the winning artwork and special pre-

sentations for the overall winners of the 2016 Main Street Banner Art Contest from 6 to 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, March 9, at 6701

Main Street.

With over 200 submissions, only 26 pieces were able to be selected to be showcased on the

Zonta holds Amelia Earhart meeting The Zonta Club of Miami Lakes held its January meeting that traditionally honors Amelia Earhart, one of Zonta’s founding

members. The event was held at Amelia’s namesake park in Hialeah.

The club’s speaker was Irene

ZONTA CLUB’S AMELIA EARHART MEETING: Maria Crowley (left), Miami Lakes Zonta Club vice president; Irene Schwartz, (center) president of World Wings Iinternational; and Zonta Club president Helen Brown, admire Schwartz’s Pan Am vintage uniform from 1980 designed by fashion couturier ‘Adolfo’.

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As Pan Am’s worldwide network expanded, the need to fulfill destination language positions was apparent, and Pan Am was granted permission to hire overseas.

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As the Miami chapter president of World Wings International, Inc., the philanthropic organization of former Pan Am Flight Attendants, she upholds the organization’s mission to maintain the long Pan American tradition of Global Humanitarian Assistance, to safeguard Pan American’s place in aviation history and to promote friendship among its members through cultural and civic activities.

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They will be on display through June so community residents can enjoy the talented works of art by town children.

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

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Madison Londono, Natalie Martinez, Shayndis Melo, Flovia Nunez Ludeiro, Amanda Saiz, Julian Sarria and Xinyi Xie. The overall high school winners are Yanai Fraga, Fraco Gomez and Karolina Sanchez.

The Graham Companies expressed its appreciation to Bob Graham Education Center, Miami Lakes K-8 Center, Miami Lakes Middle School, Barbara Goleman High School, American Senior High and Hialeah Miami Lakes Senior High for supporting the art contest with involvement from their art teachers and students.

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Miami Lakes Branch Library plans March events Miami Lakes Branch Library announced the following programs are available for the public during March: For Children and Families: Read the Book, Watch the

Movie – Share in stories and enjoy the book based films. Event is sponsored by the Miami Lakes Education Advisory Board at 3:30 p.m. on Wednesdays, March 9, 16, 23 and 30.

Reading Ready Toddler Storytime – Stories, songs and activities for toddlers and their caregivers. For ages 18 months to 3 years old at 11 a.m. on Wednesdays, March 9, 16, 23 and 30.

Baby and Me Group - Free 10week session providing parents an opportunity to develop close relationships with their infants while learning about infant development.

For parents and their children that are 0-6 months. Registration required. Call 305-243-8425 or email familiesfirst@miami.edu for information and registration.

Meets at 10:30 a.m. on Thursdays, March 24 and 31.

Paws to Read - Certified therapy dogs listen to children read aloud which can help with reading skills. Meets at 11 a.m. on Saturday, March 12.

Spring Break STEAM Zone: 3D Printing - Learn how to design objects that can be replicated on the newest printing technologies.

The most complete design will be printed at the end of the session.

Space is limited. Contact the branch for registration information. For ages 8-12 from 1 to 5 p.m. on Tuesday, March 22.

For Teens: Teen Club - Teens meet to play video games, watch anime, draw or discuss books at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesdays, March 8 and 22.

Spring Smash Brawl - Bring your own game cube controller or use one of the library’s. Winners will move on to the final rounds at the Main Library on Saturday, May 21. Call 305-822-6520 to register. For ages 12-19 years old at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 29.

For Adults: Go Club of Miami Lakes – Now everyone can embark on a journey and uncover the ancient game of strategy, attack and defense, the Game of Go. Meets from noon to 5 p.m. on Saturdays, March 5, 12, 19 and 26.

Commissioner Esteban Bovo’s Community Outreach An opportunity for the community to speak with the Commissioner and/or his representative from 1 to 3 p.m. on Monday, March 14.

Book Discussion Group - Join the Big Read with this year’s selection “Brother I’m Dying” by Edwidge Danticat at 6 p.m.. on Tuesday, March 15.

USCIS Information Table U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service staff will provide information, materials, and answer general questions regarding the citizenship process from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Monday, March 28.

Congressman Mario DiazBalart Community Outreach – A member of his staff will be on hand to discuss federal issues or any problem a constituent may have with a federal agency at 2:30 p.m. on Wednesday, March 23.

Miami Lakes Branch Library is located at 6699 Windmill Gate Road and is open Monday and Tuesday from noon to 8 p.m., and Wednesday through Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The branch is closed on Sundays. For more information, call 305-822-6520.

5th Running with Danny 5K set for Saturday, March 19 at Hialeah Racetrack The 5th annual Running With Danny 5K Race is scheduled for Saturday, March 19, at Hialeah Racetrack and Casino with the last mile of the race on the horse track.

All proceeds from the event will be presented to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation at the Miami Lakes Great Strides Walk which is scheduled for Saturday, April 23.

Danny Quesada was diagnosed with Cystic Fibrosis approximately 14 years ago. CF is a terminal disease with a life expectancy in the mid to late 30’s. The Quesada family has been involved in raising funds for medical research and there have been tremendous advancements lately in the medicines available to treat this disease.

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Registration open for 2016 Children’s Theater Workshop Registration is now open for both sessions of the Main Street Players’ Childrens Theatre Workshop located at the Playhouse at 6766 Main Street. This year, two sessions will be held, both for children from 7 to 12 years of age.

Session One will begin on Monday, June 13 and runs through Friday, June 24. Session Two will begin on Monday, July 25 and runs through Friday, August 5.

The camp will be taught by Jeannette Martos-Galup. Students will develop their performance skills, learn the value of working as an ensemble and will, most importantly, have fun. Daily classes and rehearsals will be filled with movement, acting and exploration through the imagination as the students come together to perform a spectacular final performance for their families on the final Friday of each session.

Classes run daily from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and will be limited to 16

students. The cost for each session is $425 per student with a 10 percent discount available to returning students from the 2015 Workshop who register before the registration deadlines of April 1 and May 1 for sessions one and two, respectively.

To register, download and fill out the form found at www.mainstreetplayers.com/childrens-theater/. Submit the form with a $100 deposit by mail or in person at: Childrens Theatre Workshop 2016, Main Street Players, 6766 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Florida 33014. Checks are accepted and should be made out to Main Street Players. Final payments are due on the first day of camp.

Last year’s camp was very popular and filled very quickly. All applicants are urged to register early. For more information, contact Camp Coordinator Dennis Lyzniak at 786-395-7296 or visit www.mainstreetplayers.com.

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Ballet Etudes presents Coppella at Colony Theater on March 26 Ballet Etudes of South Florida announced its first performance of the 2016 season – the full length presentation of “Coppelia,” a comedic ballet in three acts. Join Swanhilda and her friends on their misadventures with the curmudgeonly Dr. Coppelius and watch as she stumbles upon her one true love at the historic Colony Theater on South Beach at 7 p.m. on Saturday, March 26.

This production of “Coppelia” is under the artistic direction of Susana Prieto Elden and staged by Ballet Mistress Dagmar Moradillos, formerly of ballet Nacional de Cuba. Production coordinator is Peter La Fox. The principal role of Swanhilda will be danced by three different ballerinas – Laura Moradillos in Act I, and Melinda Gonzalez in Act II, both Ballet Etudes soloists.

In Act III, Marena Perez, an internationally renown ballerina from

St. Patty’s Day Canine Cocktail hour planned on March 17 Locals and their furry friends are invited to the St. Patrick’s Day Puppy Party for the monthly Canine Cocktails event taking place on Thursday, March 17, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Hotel Indigo Miami Lakes, 7601 Miami Lakes Drive.

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San Juan, Puerto Rico, will perform Swanhilda and the famous wedding pas de deux.

All three will be partnered by Jose Rodriguez of Balleteatro Nacional de Puerto Rico. The role of Dr. Coppelius will be played by character actor Hector A. Vega.

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Meeting & Class Calendar The Town of Miami Lakes, homeowners associations, professional and volunteer groups have scheduled meetings and classes during March:

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Youth Activities T. F. March 2 7:00 pm M.L. Govt. Center Cultural Affairs Com. March 3 7:00 pm M.L. Govt. Center March 9 8:30 am M.L. Govt. Center Elderly Affairs Com. Education Adv. Board March 10 6:30 pm M.L. Govt. Center Charter Revision Com. March 14 6:00 pm M.L. Govt. Center Economic Devel. Com. March 15 5:30 pm M.L. Govt. Center Planning & Zoning Bd. March 15 6:00 pm M.L. Govt. Center Veterans Committee March 17 6:00 pm M.L. Govt. Center Neighborhood Improvement Committee March 17 7:00 pm M.L. Govt. Center Public Safety Committee March 22 6:30 pm M.L. Govt. Center Charter 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 MCCC Yoga (for adults) T/Th 7:30 am MCCC Knitting/Crocheting Tu/Th 1:35 pm MCCC Painting I & II Fri. 9 am/12:30 pm MCCC Painting III Wed. 9:00 am MCCC Ballet 1 & 2 Monday 4:30 & 5:30 pm MCCC Ballet 3 & 4 Wednesday 4:30 & 5:30 pm MCCC Line Dancing T/Th 11:30 am MCCC (The following classes meet at regular location) Dominoes M/T/W/Th/Fri 4:30 pm MCCC Table Tennis Tues./Thurs.

7:00 pm RACC Sewing (Seniors) T/Th 2:00 pm MCCC (The following classes are suspended until March 28) Martial Arts (tots) Monday/Wednesday 4:30 pm MCCC Martial Arts (beginners) Monday/Wednesday 5:30 pm MCCC Martial Arts (intermed.) Tuesday/Thursday 4:30 pm MCCC 5:30 pm MCCC Martial Arts (advanced) Tuesday/Thursday

Homeowners Organizations

Lake Glen Ellen Serenity Point Royal Oaks Gramercy Park Regatta Pointe Loch Andrews Loch Isle Lake Martha Loch Lomond West Villa Vizcaya Lake Sandra Lake Elizabeth Fountain Park

March 15 March 16 March 16 March 17 March 17 March 21 March 21 March 22 March 22 March 23 March 24 March 28 March 28

7:30 pm MCCC 7:00 pm MCCC 7:30 pm MCCC 7:00 pm MCCC 7:00 pm MCCC 7:00 pm MCCC 7:00 pm MCCC 6:30 pm MCCC 7:30 pm MCCC 7:30 pm MCCC 7:30 pm MCCC 7:00 pm MCCC 7:00 pm MCCC

Miami Lakes Clubs, Professional & Volunteer Groups

M.L. Chamber/Commer. March 9 11:30 am Shula’s Hotel M.L. Garden Club February 22 7:00 pm MCCC M.L. Bridge Club Mondays 11:30 am MCCC MLCA Bridge Thursdays 11:00 am MCCC M.L. Quilting Club Tuesdays 11:15 am MCCC M.L. Kiwanis 2nd/4th Thurs.

6:30 pm Pampered Chef 1st/3rd Tues.7:00 pm ML Educational Center M.L. Toastmasters M.L. Lions Club 1st/3rd Tues.

7:00 pm Denny’s Hialeah MCCC is Mary Collins Community Center, 15151 N.W. 82 Avenue RACC is Robert Alonso Community Center, 16500 N.W. 87 Avenue

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Pace baseball team off to 4-2 record

By Rene D. Basulto Special to The Miami Laker The rich, long tradition of Pace High School baseball continued as the 13th Annual Pace Baseball Banquet on February 6 celebrated the start of the 2016 season. JV and varsity players, their families, and their friends dressed up in their finest clothes for an evening of dinner and dancing to honor the players and the Spartan baseball tradition.

Thomas Duffin, Pace varsity baseball coach, welcomed guests to the banquet and thanked all the family members, Pace alumni, and other individuals who have con-

tributed vastly to the baseball program over the years. Following dinner, the 2015-2016 JV and varsity baseball players were called on stage and introduced one by one by their coaches.

Duffin, Pace alumnus (C/O 1985), who has coached Pace baseball for 23 years, said that he expects a lot out of this year’s team, and his sentiment is shared by his players.

“I feel very strongly about our team this year,” said senior third baseman and pitcher Jonathan Ledesma. “We worked very hard in the summer and during the fall; we meshed and worked really well

together as a team. I know we have our coaches behind us the whole way, so I feel we’re going very far in the playoffs this year.”

The varsity team has been living up to their legacy so far this season, with a 4-2 overall record and 2-0 district record, including a 5-1 win over Mater Lakes High School on February 19 and a 1311 win over Immaculata-La Salle High School on February 23.

Their next home games will be against American High School on March 3 and against Miami Springs High School on March 4, both games at 7p.m. at the Pace baseball field.

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

Lakes resident Luke Clanton receives U.S. Kids Golf 2015 Player of the Year recognition U.S. Kids Golf announced that Honda, the Official Vehicle of U.S. Kids Golf, presented the 2015 U.S. Kids Golf Player of the Year Awards during the Honda Classic golf tournament in Palm Beach Gardens on February 23 which included a Miami Lakes native.

This year’s winners are Yae Eun Kim, 13, from Santiago City in the Dominican Republic and Luke Clanton, 12, of Miami Lakes. Honda provided special invitations for the winners and their families to attend the Honda Classic at PGA National Resort where the young players received their awards.

Clanton finished first in the boys 11 division for the U.S. Kids Golf World Championship and Kim finished in second place in the girls 12 division for the World Championship.

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

He has finished first in multiple tournaments since 2011, including the U.S. Kids Golf Florida State Championship, Junior Masters, the South Florida PGA Junior Tour and the U.S. Kids Golf World Championship at Pinehurst.

When he is not being homeschooled by his mother or hitting golf balls, Clanton enjoys traveling with his family, snowboarding and playing with his older sisters.

He looks forward to playing college golf and advancing to possibly joining his PGA Tour idols Jordan Spieth and Jason Day as a PGA Tour player in the future.

Winning the National Player of the Year Award offers Kim and Clanton an exemption for all U.S. Kids Golf events through age 18.

Additionally, Honda invited both winners to an experience of a lifetime to participate in the Honda Classic Gold Pro-Am during the Honda Classic. The award winners and their families were guests of Honda during the Classic.

U.S. KIDS GOLF WINNERS Yae Eun Kim and Miami Lakes native Luke Clanton are pictured with Honda defending champion Padraig Harrington while being honored at the Honda Classic golf tournament in Palm Beach Gardens.

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BGEC’s Bobcat Dancers perform at halftime during Heat vs. Atlanta game The Bobcat Dance Team from Bob Graham Education Center had an amazing night on Sunday, January 31. The girls, under the direction of dance coach Mayri Martinez, performed during the Miami Heat halftime Show.

The team performed two jazz dance pieces and demonstrated their support for the Miami Heat basketball team with their Heat shirts and bows. The girls’ enthu-

siasm and skills had the crowd on their feet cheering and dancing along. Families and friends had the opportunity to enjoy a wonderful night and show their support for their school.

Overall it was a perfect night for both the Bobcat Dance Team with an excellent performance, and the Miami Heat with a victory over the Atlanta Hawks.

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St. Thomas golf team competes at Webber The St. Thomas University men’s golf team finished in fourth place at the Webber International Invitational in Babson Park, Florida last week.

As a whole team through three rounds, the Bobcats scored a total of 889, shooting a 25 over par.

Individually for St. Thomas,

leading scorer was Edgardo Arrozola. He shot a 76, 71, and 75 throughout three rounds for an accumulative score of 222. Behind Arrozola was teammate Juan Pablo Arrazola with a total score of 224.

Other Bobcats at the invitational were, Carlos Andres Lara (81,

73 and 71 total 225), Elkin Hoyos (79, 71, and 75 total 225( and Boris Sparfel (80, 74, and 75 total 227).

The Bobcats previously competed in the Fourth Annual Claude Jacobs Invitational in Victoria, Texas, where they finished in second place.

BOBCAT DANCERS perform at Miami Heat game.

Hialeah Gardens Middle School students receive standing desks Students at Hialeah Gardens Middle School (HGMS) are the latest recipients of LearnFit Adjustable Standing Desks, a donation made by Ergotron Inc. in partnership with the American Dairy Association & Dairy Council (ADADC) and Fuel Up to

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Pace soccer star Juliette Dubon signs to play at Campbell University

By Rene D. Basulto Special to The Miami Laker Juliette Dubon, a Miami Lakes resident and senior soccer player with Monsignor Edward Pace School, signed her Letter of Intent to attend Campbell University in a special ceremony held inside the Spartan Center on February 3,

National Signing Day. Wearing a shirt of her chosen university, Dubon was surrounded by family, friends, and coaches, and her fellow Pace Spartans as she was praised for her hard work on and off the field. A star player for Pace’s girls soccer team, she said she chose Campbell

University in North Carolina after visiting the campus and meeting with its coaches, staff, and players.

“I committed to [Campbell] and I love the coaches, the teammates, the staff, and the campus; everything is beautiful over there,” said Dubon.

Pace wrestlers advance to Regionals; Alex Perez named four time District champion Six wrestlers from Pace High School’s Spartan wrestling team advanced to regional competitions following their performances at the FHSAA District 15 1A competitions on February 19. Pace wrestlers Alex Perez, Vladimir Rocheburn, David Monrabal, Leo Ferradaz, Zachary Alvarez, and Milford Vital all qualified in their weight class district tournaments to advance to regionals.

Team captain Alex Perez won the District Championship in the 138 Weight Class for his fourth straight year, becoming the first wrestler in Pace history to win four District Championships. In 2015, Perez was a regional champion and placed fourth in state competitions. As team captain, he led five other Spartan wrestlers to Regional competitions on February 27.

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

Applications for Naval Academy’s Summer STEM course Applications are being accepted through April 15 for the United States Naval Academy’s Summer STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) Program.

The Summer STEM is held in three sessions: June 6-11 for rising 9th graders; June 13-18 for rising 10th graders; and June 20-24 for rising 11th graders.

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For information about the application process, visit www. usna.edu/Admissions/stem, or call 410-293-1858. Applicants will be notified of their status by May 1.

SIX WRESTLERS from Pace High School advanced to regional competitions following their performances at the FHSAA District 15 1A competition. Pictured (back, from left) Vladimir Rocheburn, wrestling coach Frank Pelegri, Alex Perez, Zachary Alvarez, Milford Vital, Max Benjamin, assistant coach Lazaro Reinoso; (front, from left) Leo Ferradaz, David Monrabal, and Jack Lloyd.

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Our Lady of the Lakes JV baseball team wins All Catholic North Division title Our Lady of the Lakes Catholic School’s junior varsity baseball team won its second consecutive All Catholic Conference North Division Championship, finishing the season with an undefeated 8-0 record.

The Cheetahs were impressive on the diamond defensively and offensively by outscoring their

opponents 108 to 8 (averaging 135 runs a game and allowing an average of one run a game).

This season, the team had two different pitchers throw a no-hitter and four grand slams by four different players.

In the last two seasons, the team boasts an overall record of 16-0.

THE UNDEFEATED Our Lady of the Lakes School’s junior varsity baseball team includes (top, from left) Ben Segal, Matthew Mesa, coach Eddy Flietas, Anthony Capuano, Brandon Ravelo, Adrian Fleitas, coach Abe Segal, Samuel Carballo and Gianlucas Lemoine; (bottom, from left) Juis Torrens, Michael Padron, Michael Sierra, Anthony Martinez, Gianne Larrinaga and Michael Martinez.

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Miami Lakes funds new PSAT elective at Bob Graham Edu. Center Students at Bob Graham Education Center have a new elective this school year which is funded by the Town of Miami Lakes.

The new elective focuses on vocabulary and is geared towards assisting students as they prepare for the PSAT. Every day is different in the classroom, whether the students

are exploring vocabulary in a new way, identifying literary devices in a novel, presenting their latest creation or even nervously reviewing index cards for a vocabulary test, students expand their creative mind while learning. Teacher Irza Legra leads this course.

“I love watching my students embrace each assignment and get

excited over each project. It’s even more rewarding when I hear my students use new vocabulary in their everyday language. This class has even boosted my students’ confidence in presenting before others, expanding their ideas, and editing their writing,” said Legra.

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

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Barbara Goleman seniors accepted to Univ. of Florida

Goleman marching band students take tour of three Florida campuses

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

ELEVEN BARBARA GOLEMAN SENIORS will move from one gator swamp to the next as newly accepted students at the University of Florida. The students, (from left) include Karissa Disla, Nathan Nguyen, Daniel Wong, Alexander Barrera, Elizabeth Sardinas, Carlos Aguila, Christien Castillo, Victoria Garrastacho, Gilberto barrios, and Carlos Bello. (Not pictured Christina Morales.)

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“All of these students are in the top 10 percent of their class,” said Pace college advisor Lilian Dubon. All 13 students are deeply involved with Pace and extracurricular activities including Student Executive Board president Sabrina Ortega and Torch Yearbook editor

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Hialeah Miami Lakes Senior High band students celebrate variety of achievements The Hialeah Miami Lakes Trojan band, led by Sara Cowley, celebrated their February achievements at the Florida Bandmasters Association District Solo and Ensemble Festival. Students Jorge Acin, Christian Herrera, Bryan Rodriguez, and Josue Gaitan all received a Superior rating on their solo performances, and band captain Acin, will also move on to the state level with his solo for an

even more challenging evaluation.

Additionally, five band students were selected to the Youth Pride Honor Band of South Florida and got to rehearse with world famous composer Johan de Meij. The five selected were Bryan Nuñez, Danny Valentin, Jesus Perez, Yonal Cordero, and Michael Miguez. They also performed a concert at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts.

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St. Thomas unveils renderings for Machado Business School complex St. Thomas University’s Gus Machado School of Business is one step closer to the fruition of its new home with the unveiling of architectural renderings showcasing the newest addition to the 144acre campus.

The first renderings, designed

by Bermello, Ajamil and Partners, were revealed during a private reception last month at the home of STU Trustee and alumnus, Jorge Rico.

In attendance for the unveiling were community leaders, board members, alumni, and well-known South Florida philanthropist Gus Machado and his wife, Lilliam.

Last year, Machado provided the naming gift for the School of

Business.

“It is an honor to have Gus Machado be part of this transformative project,” said STU president Monsignor Franklyn Casale.

“Our business programs have expanded to meet market demand, including new degree programs in cybersecurity management and trade and logistics. This complex meets an important need of the growing Gus Machado School of Business, and its many multipurpose uses will make it a hub where students meet and exchange ideas.”

An administration building for the Business School, and a building that will house an expanded Center for Career Development,

Alumni Relations and a Business Commons, will round out the “campus-within-a-campus” design.

“We are planning, preparing and building for the future,” said Machado. “My grandfather had a tradition of giving, and Lilliam and I feel blessed to be able to continue his legacy by making a gift that will provide a place where generations to come can learn and grow.”

Construction of the more than 45,000-square-foot complex is slated to begin in the Summer of 2016, welcoming its first students in the fall of 2017.

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National College Fair draws 12,000 Once again, Miami-Dade County Public Schools hosted the ever-successful National College Fair, which was held Sunday, February 21, at the Double Tree Miami Mart Airport Hotel. Close to 12,000 students and parents participated in the four-hour event where representatives from 200 colleges and universities provided

answers to questions regarding admissions, financial aid, housing and testing requirements.

“This provides a good opportunity for thousands of participating students to obtain critical information about academic choices available to them, especially as decisions made today will impact their lives forever,” said School Board

Chair Perla Tabares Hantman, who has co-chaired the event since being elected to the School Board many years ago.

The National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC) and Miami-Dade County Public Schools sponsored the free event.

CUTTING THE RIBBON to open the 2016 National College Fair were Miami-Dade Public School officials 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 member Lubby Navarro, Chief Academic Officer Maria L. Izquierdo, and Assistant Superintendent Dr. David K. Moore.

Superintendent’s Honors Chorus includes HML singers

HIALEAH MIAMI LAKES HIGH celebrated the participation of the school’s chorus in the 2016 Superintendent’s Choral Auditions held at Michael Krop Senior High School in February.

Of the 11 students that auditioned, eight of the students made the Superintendent’s Honors Chorus this year. The students are Zephanie Tsimagianis, Gabriela Gomez, Melissa Cruz, Omaria Guerra, Enrique Jurado, Michael Miguez, Jabari Dykes, and Mario Prieto.

Miami Dade College offers free help to complete Naturalization application As part of the New Americans Campaign, Miami Dade College (MDC), in partnership with Catholic Legal Services, will host Information Sessions to assist members of the community, staff and students to complete their naturalization applications.

According to MDC, there are 415,000 lawful permanent residents in South Florida and more than 20,000 MDC students who are eligible and have not yet taken the final step to become U.S. citizens. MDC aims to change that by helping them in completing their naturalization applications.

During the information sessions, Catholic Legal Services’ staff and immigration attorneys will explain how to apply for citizenship, eligibility requirements, how to register and be prepared to complete the process at a Free Citizenship Clinic on Saturday, March 19 at Marlins Park, which MDC is supporting.

More than 400 volunteers, including over 150 attorneys, will be on hand at the Citizenship Clinic in March. For more information and to register to attend the Citizenship Clinic, visit www.miamiinac.org.

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St. Thomas opens registration for IMPACT program Registration is now open for STU (St. Thomas University) IMPACT: Empowering Young Disciples, a program which aims to gather 100 rising sophomore through senior high school students, both from South Florida and from throughout Florida, for an eight-day experience in Catholic theological education during summer 2016 from June 17-24.

In December 2015, STU

received a grant of $557,588 to establish STU IMPACT. It is part of Lilly Endowment Inc.’s High School Youth Theology Institutes initiative, which seeks to encourage young people to explore theological traditions, ask questions about the moral dimensions of contemporary issues and examine how their faith calls them to lives of service.

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M.L. Congregational Women host Spring Rummage Sale on Saturday, March 12 The UCC Women of Miami Lakes Congregational Church will hold their annual Spring Rummage Sale from 8 a.m., to 1 p.m. on Saturday, March 12, on the church grounds, 6701 Miami Lakeway South, across from Miami Lakes K-8 Center.

The Spring and Fall Rummage Sales have been hosted by the UCC Women for over 27 years and profits from the sales have benefited different local and global charities as well as needy families and individuals in the community.

Miami Lakes Congregational Church member Ruby Holihan has been the force behind the Rummage Sales for 12 consecutive years and tirelessly helps collect, clean and frequently store and transport the items to the church for the sale.

“We have all sorts of used items for sale including clothing, shoes, appliances, etc., there’s always something for every one,” Holihan said. “The money raised helps other people, and we get to help the planet in a small way by reusing and recycling.”

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Miami Lakes Area Houses of Worship Elevate Church 6250 Miami Lakes Dr. East Telephone: 305-823-3888 Sunday Worship.........9:30, 11 & 12:30 Friday Youth Nights.....................7 PM

M.L. Congregational Church 6701 Miami Lakeway South Telephone: 305-822-4313 Adult Sunday School...................9 AM Children’s Sunday School.....10:30 AM Worship.................................10:30 AM Special Need Service...............4:00 PM (Every fourth Sunday)

Sunrise Presbyterian Church 18400 N.W. 68 Avenue Telephone: 305-821-5841 Worship.................................10:00 AM (Children’s Church) Servicio en Espanol...............11:30 AM

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

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints 8201 N.W. 186 Street Telephone: 305-829-0049 Spanish service.............................9 AM English service.......................12:30 PM Tuesday (Spanish).........................7 PM Wednesday (English)....................7 PM

Palm Vista Community Church Meeting at Miami Lakes Middle 6425 Miami Lakeway North Telephone: 305-822-6999 Worship Service.........................10 AM

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

Iglesia Biblica Cristiana Español Servicios Telephone: 305-557-1959 Sunday service........................4:00 PM Wednesday Youth....................7:30 PM 6250 Miami Lakes Drive East

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

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

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Mother of Our Redeemer Catholic Church 8445 N.W. 186 Street Telephone: 305-829-6141 Daily services (Spanish) 8:30 AM Saturday (English) 5:30 PM Saturdays (Spanish) 7 PM Sundays (English) 8 & 10:30 AM Sundays (Spanish) 9 AM, 12:30 PM, 7 PM

North Palm Baptist Church 7801 N.W. 178 Street Telephone: 305-558-2032 www.NorthpalmBaptist.org Sunday Bible Study.................9:15 AM Sunday Worship....................10:30 AM Wednesday Service..................7:00 PM

M.L. United Methodist Church 14800 N.W. 67 Avenue Telephone: 305-821-7274 www.miamilakesumc.net Praise Band & Music.............9:40 AM Traditional Worship Service.10:00 AM Alive-Contemporary Service11:30 AM (Child care and children’s/youth Sunday School during both services.)

New Testament Baptist Church The Gathering Place 6601 N.W. 167 Street Telephone: 305-558-4930 Sunday Service..........................11 AM Bible Study ............................9:45 AM Wednesday Bible Study...........7:00 PM Wednesday Youth Group.........7:00 PM

16601 N.W. 77 Court Telephone: 305-822-0437 Home of The Orthodox Book Center Sat. Vespers.................................6 PM Sun. Matins............................8:40 AM Sun. Liturgy...............................10 AM Sunday School & Inquirer Classes

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

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

Monsignor Edward Pace High’s PaceStarlettes took home first place in the Jazz, Team Performance and Hip Hop categories and were named Grand Champions in Hip Hop for the second consecutive year at the recent Florida Cheer and Dance Association’s Miami Meltdown competition.

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CELEBRATING 31 YEARS REAL ESTATE EXCELLENCE

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Luxury Rentals in Miami Lakes Fountain House Apar tments • 1 and 2 bedrooms directly on Main Street • Select loft style units • Faux hardwood flooring • Garage available for rent • Washer/dryer in every unit • Sun splashed pool with tanning deck • Shula’s Athletic Club Benefit

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Featured Properties

St. Tropez Apar tments • 1 and 2 bedrooms on beautiful Lake Ruth • Great closets • Washer/dryer in every unit • Resort style pool with gazebo • Gated entry •Mosaic tile backsplashes in kitchen • Shula’s Athletic Club Benefit

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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

Residences at Lakehouse • 1, 2 and 3 bedrooms and • 2 and 3 bedroom Townhomes • Stainless Steel Appliances • Granite countertops • Huge closets • On-Site Fitness Studio • Resort style pool with sundeck • Basketball half court • Bark Park

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Featured Properties Beautiful one-story home in excellent condition. 4/3 with very nice open layout.

Foyer leads to large open spaces of living, dining & family rooms. Nice kitchen with Granite counter tops and adjacent breakfast area. 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 home with an updated open kitchen area, family room, living room, dining area and more. All rooms are located upstairs.

High vaulted ceiling, great floorplan.

Located in Lakes on the Green, a great family oriented secured community. $359,000. A10031340.

The buyer walked. Take the opportunity to make this home yours, with a few repairs and TLC. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, family room, tiled throughout. Situated on a cul-de-sac in a great location. This is a short sale. Cash only. Buyers to pay up to $2,495 to the negotiating company.

Seller chooses closing company. No HOA. $269,900. A2184640.

A great 4 bedrom, 2.5 bathroom home in Silver Falls, a gated community in Miramar. Master bedroom is upstairs.

Carpet, tile and wood floors. Utility room/laundry located in garage. Open balcony, patio, fence and hurricane shutters. Community features pool, clubhouse and exercise room. $312,000.

A10020260.

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Income Producing Property! Buy and begin to collect rental income immediately. Great return on investment, currently producing $1275 a month. No HOA. Long term Section 8 tenants been there for 2 years and looking forward to renewing lease. CBS construction, tile roof, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, fenced in private back yard. $114,995. A10006804.

Spacious 4/3 in desirable gated community of Vizcaya in Miramar. Home features an open floor plan, tiled floors throughout. Kitchen overlooks the family room. Garage has been converted under AC with storage and can be used as a gym, entertainiment area, kids playroom or office. Family community has 24 hour security and is conveniently located near schools, entertainment, shopping and major highways. $334.900. A2115777.

• Over 33 years of Real Estate Experience • Ranked Miami Lakes Top Producers 2001-2014 • The Only Coldwell Banker agents in Miami Lakes ranked among the Top 100 Professionals in Florida and Top 1% nationwide.

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An old house on a commercial lot where 4 units can be built, either apartments or condos. A great investment opportunity. The house is in good condition, but needs updating. A handy man special or perfect for an investor. $289,000. A2121449.

Picture speaks for itself. Home sits on a tranquil 9,000 sq. ft. lot with plenty of space to park a boat on the west side. No HOA restrictions! Spacious and bright living areas.

Bathrooms and kitchen have been remodeled.

Kitchen offers plenty of storage and S/S appliances. Dining and family room overlook the beautiful manicured backyard which leads to a sparkling tear drop pool and private canal. $339,999. A10020545.

Spacious 4/3 home located in the desirable community of Windsor Palms in Miramar.

Home has spacious floor plan with volume ceilings and decorator moldings, kitchen w/Granite countertops and S/S appliances. 2 full baths with Granite tops, master bath with his/her vanities. Spacious yard w/heated pool, gazebo w/electric, electric retractable awning, solar panels, accordion shutters and hurricane impact doors. 2-car garage and separate laundry room. $415,000. A10037299.

Seller will contribute $5,000 towards closing costs. Spectacular home with an indoor pool in 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, 4 bedrooms downstairs including master with Jacuzzi. 2nd master upstairs with Jacuzzi. 2 cabana bathrooms to the pool and bar area.

Excellent home to entertain with surround sound, 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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This month’s featured properties

Lucky Charm!!

Gramercy Park Exclusive.

16018 N.W. 82 Place, Miami Lakes. Lovely 2-story, 4 bedroom/3 bath home totally remodeled in gated community. Saltwater pool with tropical backyard.

Call Iraida Perez 305-331-8627

15133 N.W. 91 Court, Miami Lakes Beautiful 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

East Hialeah home has been updated and freshly painted. 3 bedrooms and 1 bath, family room, Granite top kitchen cabinet, large backyard with a BBQ area, large side space for boat or trailer.

Call Vivian Today!!

Silvercrest Lake Estates Exclusive Lakefront living at Silvercrest in Miami Lakes.

Beautiful 5 bedroom/4 bath home, gorgeous pool area, upgrades throughout.

Call Martha Toledo 305-333-2767

Rentals & Property Management Call us for current availability on rental properties.

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We manage rental properties at very affordable rates.... and we have experience!

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Debbie Lee Wilson, Realtor

28 years of experience SELLING Residential and Investment properties

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

For Rent. Mint condition 3BD/2BA, all large tile floors, updated counter and appliances.

Screened patio. 24 hr. gated community.

Walk to pool, club house with full amenities. 2 assigned park spaces in front. Credit report $45. Moors does background check $100. $1,600 month, 1st, last and security.Text date and time of showing w/ agent information.

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, full kitchen appliances, washer/dryer in unit, central a/c, nice fenced in grass area and tiled patio with storage room. $1,700 month, 1st, last and security deposit, $50 credit check, $100 association background check, 24-hour gated & roving security. Call Debbie 305-788-5008.

Condo for sale. 3/2, 1,200 sq. ft., second floor.

New kitchen and appliances, tile floors, high ceilings, almost new roof, just painted inside, front window new, full clubhouse facilities, olympic pool, basketball, racquetball and gym.

Completely remodeled and walk to shopping centers, bus stops and school. Also close to I75, 826 and Dade and Broward. 24-hour gated and roving security. Low price, fax information for showing.Call Debbie 305-788-5008.

For Rent. Royal Oaks Plaza in the heart of Miami Lakes, office fully furnished.

Was an attorney’s office. 3 conference rooms, computers, phones, desks, all ready set up to start your business. Close to 826 Dade and I-75 Broward. Centrally located.E-Z to show, text me yur R.E. info for appointment. Rental $3,500, first, last, 1 month security, proof of funds, credit check.

Call Debbie 305-788-5008.

Townhouse has a few upgrades, 3 bedrooms have wood floors, tile in 2 bathrooms. Updated patio in front and in the back. Built 1981 with 1,687 sq. ft.

New A/C and compressor. Roof a few years old. Accordian shutters. Formal dining room. Washer/dryer. Parking for 3 cars. 24 hour gated security. Tenants are month to month.Call Debbie 305-7885008.

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 for addition. Lot is 12,931 sq. ft. with room for a pool. Sprinkler system, rain gutters, on a cul-de-sac, plenty of parking. No assoc. fees. Built solid in 1968. Roof new after Wilma. Taxes $2,635. Call Debbie 305-788-5008.

Beautiful sunsets overlooking tranquil lake in Regal Sound. 4/3, 2, 960 sq. ft., true 2-car gar., spacious kit. wood cabinets, updated counter and breakfast area, lrg. fam. rm., lrg. den can be 5th bdrm., spectacular mstr. bth. w/roman tub overlooking lake, spacious master bedroom with his/hers walk-in closets, exterior protected with hurricane accordian shutters, crown molding, tile and wood floors. Located in prestigious Sunset Lakes community with a 5 star clubhouse. Call Debbie 305-788-5008..

Cute little single family home at an affordable price. 1,328 sq. ft. Tiled floors, full kitchen, dining room. Roof only few years new. 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, 1-car garage. Has a closet can be a 3rd bedroom. 24 hr. security. Club house, Olympic size pool and child play area.

Walk to school, school bus pick up inside. Close to I-75 and Dade and Broward. Built in 1987 on an oversize lot.

Taxes $1,601. 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 to pool and guest parking, 24-hour gated section with full amenities, clubhouse, exercise room. Close to Dade and Broward. $1,650 month 1st, last and security, $50 per couple credit check, association per couple $100 for background check.

Call Debbie 305-788-5008.

PSN lake and large salt water pool home.

Jetski, waterski, or just fish and relax, perfect for BBQ and watcing the games. 4 bedrooms/2 baths, updated bathroom.Tax roll is wrong, lot is 9,885 sq. ft. overlooking wide lake. Real wood cabinets and granite counter and new top of line appliances. Stove is gas and owned, waterheater and dryer are gas and leased. A large storage room can be 5th bedroom with walk-in closet. Roof and central A/C replaced new after Wilma. All tile floors.

EZ to show. Reduced. Very motivated.

Reduced. Call Debbie 305-788-5008.

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