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TABLE OF CONTENTS PUBLISHER’S PAGE

POSITIVE PARENTING

10 The Northerners Are

Coming, Let’s Welcome

Them Home!

22 Thanks 2020!

CALENDAR 12, 14 January 2021

INSPIRING INDIVIDUAL 16 Miramar Dad is All About Dollars and Sense

COMMUNITY NEWS 20 Island SPACE Caribbean Museum Brings Island Life to Broward County

SCHOOL NEWS 22 Grab & Go, Broward Schools Feed Families During Break

MESSAGE FROM THE MAYOR 26 Greetings Miramarians!

ASK THE EXPERT 27 Avoid Injuries From Your New Year’s Resolution

LEGALLY SPEAKING 28 Estate Planning. Let’s Get Started

MESSAGE FROM THE CHIEF 29 2020 Was Quite a Year!

BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT

Publishers Christy & Terry Jaillet publisher@ourcitymedia.com Managing Editor Christy Jaillet Art Director Tom Rowe Graphic Designer Alana Brodie Advertising Sales Manager Nancy Koval nancy@ourcitymedia.com Account Executives John Brodie, Denise Caligiuri, Adrienne Collins, Mariem Garcia, Kenny Rodgers, Silvia Silva Contributing Writers Terry Jaillet, Beverly Perkins, Evan Baron, Jon Duka, Dr. Robert Donoway, Bruce Iden, Amelis Lopez, Dr. Charles Messa ,Dr. Michael Cohen, Dr. Isabel Suate, Mayor Wayne M. Messam, Frank C. Ortis, Mayor Judy Paul, Dr. Warren Windram

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PET OF THE MONTH 33 Meet “Manchy”

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The Northerners Are Coming, Let’s Welcome Them Home!

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outh Florida is a great place to live. This idea is something that most people reading this magazine already believe. It is, however, something that many people from other parts of the country are just now discovering.

Financial firm Goldman Sachs is the latest major New York employer rumored to be moving one of its largest divisions here. According to multiple sources, almost 1,000 people move to Florida each day, with about half of them coming to South Florida. Our combination of natural resources, a less expensive lifestyle, and no income tax has served as a magnet for people and employers from around the county. This trend has only accelerated during the pandemic.

We are excited. Our new neighbors will bring new perspectives, more financial resources, and add to our collective culture. They will also help us more quickly pull out of the financial and public health crises we are facing. So, if a new neighbor from “up north” moves in on your street, stop by, say hello, and give them a warm welcome!

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JANUARY 2021 CALENDAR

JAN 11 In Time of Protest Art Exhibition

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Explore how artists have told the stories of Black History and the Black Lives Matter movement as a part of American History. This exhibition, organized by Rolando Chang Barrero, Curator of The Box Gallery, will be open to the public in the Banquet Hall of the Miramar Cultural Center. Social Distancing and masks will be required.

10:00 AM- 5:00 PM at 2400 Civic Center Place. For more info visit miramarculturalcenter.org.

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Ring in the New Year with those closest to you. The CDC suggests keeping your group as small as possible in order to prevent the spread of COVID-19. What better way to ring in the new year than with just those you love. Happy New Year from everyone at Our City Media!

Don’t be a Gypsy! Come enjoy the sweet sounds of Fleetwood Mac as cover band Rumours takes the stage. They are sure to play all of the standards like Gypsy, Don’t Stop and Rhiannon. Tickets start at $15. COVID controls will be in place. Show starts at 8:00pm and is at Stage 954 at the Dania Beach Casino. For tickets, visit www.casinodaniabeach.com

JAN 12 Virtual “Spices of the Caribbean”

JAN 9 - 13 Flipany Fun Run 5k/10K

2021 will be the 16th year of joining together in physical activity to benefit the children of our community. Only, this time we are going VIRTUAL! Run, Walk or bike your way to supporting one of the greatest organizations in South Florida. All proceeds support Flipany’s programs to fight childhood obesity and hunger by focusing on healthy food preparation, food security, physical education and work-site wellness.

FLIPANY’s programming includes Physical Activity, Soccer, Biking, Nutrition and Cooking Education, and USDA Afterschool and Summer Meal Programs. Register at www.flipany.org/fun-run.

The Friends of the Stirling Road Branch Library are thrilled to have Chef Allen Susser return as a Guest Presenter for an exciting 3-part series to be featured via Zoom. Chef Allen will introduce us to the “Spices of the Caribbean,” and challenge our taste buds while sharing his knowledge of Caribbean cooking. Register in advance at www.hollywoodfl.org/calendar

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JAN 16 & 17 Flamingo Fest

Make your Plastic Flamingo tell a story!

Your flamingo can be feathered, painted, sequined or accessorized to your taste. Enter this flamingo decorating contest to have yours displayed on the Flamingo Gardens grounds. Make sure your submission is weather-proof since they will be subject to the outdoors. The contest is FREE. Awards will be given to winners in a number of categories & age groups. Event is at Flamingo Gardens, 3750 S. Flamingo Rd., Davie. For more info visit www.flamingogardens.org.

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JANUARY 2021 CALENDAR (CONT)

JAN 25 Afro-Beat Dance Class

Each class will comprise warm-up exercises, fully choreographed Afrobeat movements and cool-down stretches. There will be 12 sessions, every Monday and Wednesday from January 25 till March 8.

One time fee of $120 covers all 12 sessions.

For more info or to register visit www.MiramarCulturalCenter.org.

JAN 18 Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Celebrate the life of the Christian minister and activist who became the most visible spokesperson and leader in the civil rights movement. Join your neighbors and friends in reflecting on the incredible advances our society has made and what more needs to be done in order to have a truly free and equal country.

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JAN 28 NSU Museum of Art - Do It (Home)

As many around the world are experiencing social distancing and orders to stay at home, ICI is relaunching do it (home). A version of do it envisioned by Hans Ulrich Obrist in 1995 and produced by ICI, do it (home) assembled a set of artists instructions that could easily be realized in one’s own home. Since then, “do it has always taken place in public and in private—spheres of life that for many have coalesced in recent months,” says Obrist.

This new version of the project is a growing selection of instructions distributed online, and simultaneously through over 30 collaborating art spaces from within ICI’s international network. It contains existing and newly commissioned contributions by artists, currently available in English and Spanish. do it (home) will take you away from your screens, and recreate an art experience at home. You will respond to the artist’s call, follow their lead, enter their world, and realize an artwork on their behalf. Visit www.nsumuseum.org to participate..

Adult Ballet

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This class is for beginners who have had little to no previous training but may also include advanced students or retired professionals. No matter your experience the purpose of this class is to provide training without the pressure of pursuing a career.

You will clear your mind and feel a sense of calm. Remember, whether you are 25 or 65 you are never too old to learn Ballet. Ballet for adults class to improve your flexibility as it stretches out many of the major and minor muscle groups while also improving stamina, coordination, and posture. Classes held at 2400 Civic Center Place, 6:30pm - 7:30pm. To register or learn more visit www.MiramarCulturalCenter.org.

Pegasus World Cup

Come out to watch the ponies run in one of the richest horse races in the world. Horse people will be out and about in their finest, watching to see which thoroughbred to place their bet on. Arrangements have been made to accommodate social distancing. The gates open at 10:00 am with racing all day. Races held at Gulfstream Park. For more info or to purchase tickets visit pegasusworldcup.com.

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JAN 30 Mazza Ride For St. Jude’s

Join us for the 4th Annual Ride for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Bring your bike or your walking shoes. This event is sponsored by Mazza Mediterranean Cuisine. All participants will enjoy a catered lunch following the even. $40 per rider, $30 per walker. 7:30am - 3:30 pm. Event takes place at Markham Par, 16011 St. Road 84.

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y day, Robert L Lassegue is a consumer banking executive for Bank of America. But by night, the Miramar resident is a regular dad who just wants the best for his children and everyone else’s. Fortunately, his professional position allows him to better understand the challenges of planning for the future in today’s present economy.

“As a father of three myself, I’m seeing firsthand the difficulties of planning for such an uncertain future. My son is heading to college next year and currently deciding whether he should complete his undergraduate studies at home due to the pandemic,” said Robert L Lassegue, Senior Vice President, Fort Lauderdale North

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Currently, student life looks quite different at all grade levels as does the first day on the job for recent graduates during this unforeseen time. The astute professional believes that one way to help prepare young adults for whatever lies ahead is by teaching them basic financial skills during these transitional years.

“We’re living through a difficult time, but we’re all working through it together. As

young people prepare to go back to school or enter the workforce, having healthy financial habits can make all the difference.

Regardless of what your young adult is planning next, take advantage of this time together to help them build the skills that will guide them toward a financially secure future,” exclaimed Lassegue.

Five Habits to Raise Fiscally Savvy Adults: Track Spending and Create A Plan Getting in the habit of tracking expenses will help identify excess spending and find areas to save. Put together a budget that tracks your expenses and update it regularly as your spending habits shift. As we have seen this year, financial situations can change rapidly, so the spending plan should reflect any changes to your lifestyle.

Start Saving and Create an Emergency Fund An emergency fund can provide peace of mind and act as a buffer for unexpected expenses. One of the benefits of tracking spending is that it will help find money to save. For example, if it’s just $20 a month from old recurring subscriptions that can be canceled, the important thing is to start building your savings muscle.

“At Bank of America we have an account geared specifically for young adults called the Advantage SafeBalance checking account, which allows students to bank without the worry of overdraft or nonsufficient fund fees,” explained Lassegue.

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Tackle Financial Stress, Head-On. Being a student is stressful enough under normal circumstances, but add in the financial stress of the pandemic, and young adults can feel overwhelmed. Confront financial stress by focusing on the main sources of anxiety. Maybe it is paying off credit card debt or saving for future student loans. Set reasonable goals to pursue in the short term and establish an easy to follow monthly plan.

“Young adults like my 17-year-old son who are currently weighing their options for college should hone their basic financial skills now to have a successful future no matter what career path they choose to take,” added Lassegue.

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The project fulfills the need to create a unified space for exploring and celebrating the ancestry, heritage, and common traditions shared by Caribbean nations.

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Caribbean today, or you live outside of the Caribbean,” said David Muir, President of Island Space, “this is the celebration of all of our history. From indigenous people, through colonialism to slavery, unfortunately, to emancipation to independence.”

Broward County is the perfect home for the new museum. There are large, thriving communities from almost every island and nation in the Caribbean, it makes perfect sense to be home the a museum that celebrates them all.

The opening of the Island Space Museum is the latest accomplishment of Island SPACE (Island Society for the Promotion of Artistic and Cultural Education). It is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the development and advancement of arts, culture, history, and educational initiatives that represent the Caribbean region in South Florida and the broader diaspora

community. The organization produces events and supports independent artists, organizations, and groups who deliver highlevel presentations, in various art forms.

These may be visual, performing, culinary, or other art forms that represent Caribbean causes and tell Caribbean stories.

⊲ Island SPACE Caribbean Museum​is a museum, exhibition and event facility in Plantation, Florida featuring a collection of artifacts, iconic paraphernalia, cultural relics and historical data representing South Florida’s Caribbean communities. It is open Thursday through Sunday from 11:00am to 7:00pm.

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his year 2020 has been for sure an unseen, unpredictable, and unexpected year for all of us, especially due to COVID-19.

One day we were living our regular lives and another day we saw on the news something about a new virus that was spreading really fast and then suddenly: no more schools, we were making lines at the supermarket and desperately trying to learn how to make our way through online grocery shopping. Most of us were forced to stop working and with that followed, no more soccer games, no more dance classes, no more group activities indoor or outdoors.

We all started new routines or had no routine at all while forced to stay at home.

As a mom of a 1st grader, a 6th grader, and a Senior, our world was shaken completely leaving all of us, including my

husband, at home going from being working parents to teachers, to full time parents and full time husband and wife. and enjoy good quality family time, to value Every day was a new challenge but as all we have, to think about new desires, each day passed I started to enjoy my family priorities or goals in life and be excited and even more and more, I started looking at ready for the good things to come. my children with a mindful heart again, we Thanks 2020. Even though it was difficult started to play game boards again, spent for millions of people, through the trials you time doing crafts and working on things we taught us to stop and really appreciate our never had time for before. We finally had lives and the world around us. It was defithe whole day just to be at home together nitely an unforgettable year full of learning without the rush of our previous life. experiences!

Of course this pandemic brought hard ⊲ Amelis Lopez has been a resident of the city of times for all of us, losing our jobs with bills Weston since 2009 and a mother of 3 children to pay, being enclosed and unable to visit ages 6, 12, and 18 years old. She earned her our loved ones or losing a loved one, not bachelor’s degree in Business Administration having the freedom of going out without and has more than 15 years experience in the field. Her passion for children drove her to being scared of getting seriously sick and work in Early Education when she became a of course having the uncertainty of the near mon and now has over 8 years of experience future; all the plan that people had just went working in Preschool and has earned her away. Yet, through all of this new experience, Director’s Credential & National Administrator we received the gift of time practically Certificate. She became a part of the Tiny Planet Preschool family in 2016. coming to a halt, we had time to reconnect

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amilies throughout Broward County let “someone else do the cooking” over the Holiday Break thanks to Food and Nutrition Services at Broward County Public Schools (BCPS) The school system offered free Grab-and-Go meals to any family with children, regardless of

where they attend school. The extra meals were distributed to families with kids under 18 years of age on December 15 through December 17th.

Children and their parents were allowed to pick up multiple meals by walking or driving through the car or bus loop at multiple schools across the county. The program was put in place to help offset the costs of feeding families during the holidays for those most impacted by the pandemic.

BCPS began food distribution in March, 2020 and has not wavered. With most students still learning from home, meals have been distributed through the drive-up/ walk-up system to any needy child or family.

BCPS anticipates continuing with meal distribution through the end of the school year at a minimum.

Students will be welcomed back for the second semester on January 4th. Families were asked during mid-December to

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indicate whether or not their children will be returning to school or learning remotely. It is anticipated that many, if not most kids will continue to stay home for the remainder of the school year.

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Patients diagnosed with Pancreatic Cancer have few treatment options. However, a new procedure called Irreversible Electroporation or IRE for short has changed that for many patients who are seeing a doubling and tripling of their life expectancies. Dr. Robert Donoway, who has one of the largest International experiences for performing this procedure on the pancreas and liver is a Hollywood based, Sloan Kettering trained Pancreatic Surgical Oncologist, and former medical director of two of the local cancer programs remains among a very small handful of Pancreatic surgeons who perform the procedure which is done in the operating room as an outpatient.

During the procedure, Dr. Donoway places fine needle probes under direct ultrasound guidance into and around the pancreatic tumor while carefully avoiding critical structures. High voltage current up to 3000 volts is then delivered in 90-microsecond pulses synchronized with the patient’s heart rhythm to avoid any cardiac problems.

The pulses destroy the cancer cell membranes which then causes the tumor to die and be absorbed by the body. The average procedure lasts approximately 1-2 hours and the patients may be discharged the following day. A brief recovery means the patient can start chemotherapy and radiation that much sooner.

Dr. Donoway is participating in several clinical studies identifying the best chemotherapy and immunotherapies to be used along with IRE. Dr. Donoway states, “The results so far have been very encouraging and we have begun using it for other select cancers. The longest survivors are now out over 5 years and without evidence of cancer recurrence. In the past, without IRE they would have been likely to have only lived a year and so this technique opens the whole new avenue for treating those eligible patients in a more targeted fashion.”

For more information about Dr. Donoway and the Pancreatic-IRE/NanoKnife Program and clinical trials call 305-682-1995 and visit www.AtlasOncology.com

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ATLAS ONCOLOGY Robert B. Donoway, M.D., F.A.C.S., F.S.S.O. Surgical Oncology & Pancreatic Surgical Oncology Practice specializing in Cancer of the Pancreas, Liver, GI Tract, Sarcoma, Adrenal, Thyroid, Parathyroid, and Melanoma. Laparoscopic and Image Guided Cancer Surgery, IRE/NanoKnife for Non-Resectable Pancreatic and Liver Cancer.

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r. Donoway is a board certified Fellowship-trained Surgical Oncologist who received his MD and Surgical training at the University of Pennsylvania. He completed his fellowship in Surgical Oncology at Sloan-Kettering where he was the General Motors Cancer Research Fellow. He has taught on the faculty at Penn, Sloan-Kettering, University of Miami and Nova Southeastern. Dr. Donoway is the former Medical Director of the Memorial Cancer Institute and Chairman of the Cancer Committee for the Memorial Healthcare System as well as Chief of Surgery and Surgical Oncology at Memorial Regional in Hollywood. Dr. Donoway served on the Board of the American Cancer Society & Gildas Club. He has also served as past President of the American Cancer Society Broward County Chapter.

Dr. Donoway is active in the Society of Surgical Oncology and the American Pancreatic Association.

His accomplishments include being the first Surgeon in Florida to perform Radio Frequency Ablation as well as Laparoscopic Liver Resection. Dr. Donoway is a recent recipient of the South Florida Health Award for the use of Micro-Endoscopy for the detection of early stage Breast Cancer. Dr. Donoway is the Medical Director of the Institute of Breast Cancer Prevention and has been repeatedly named to “TOP DOCTORS IN AMERICA” by Castle Connolly. Dr. Donoway is the ONLY surgeon in Florida performing specialized Pancreatic and Liver ablation therapy for non-resectable tumors. Dr. Donoway is the Former Chair of the Aventura Cancer Committee at Aventura Hospital and Medical Center. Dr. Donoway has privileges and operates at Aventura Hospital, Memorial Regional, Memorial South and Memorial West.

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MESSAGE FROM THE MAYOR

Greetings Miramarians!

By Mayor Wayne M. Messam

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appy New Year - 2020 was an unprecedented year met with many challenges in our community. The city and our residents were faced with a pandemic, executive orders that changed our normal way of life and in some instances cost the lives of our family, friends and neighbors. Despite all of these challenges, we count our blessings and give thanks to be able to see a new year.

The City of Miramar responded to these challenges and partnered with our residents and business community in providing resources to help feed families, assist with rent payments and provided valuable business support to help our community navigate this stressful time. We thank the heroes who live and work in our great city – Police and Fire in addition to the doctors, nurses, technicians and all who are part of the Memorial Healthcare System. It was a proud moment to have Memorial Hospital be one of the first facilities to receive and inoculate patients with the Coronavirus

Vaccine in the state of Florida. Witnessing this historic moment was a fitting way to close out a very difficult year for us all.

As we embark on 2021, we are optimistic that our worst days are behind us. Miramar will continue to stand by our community as we rebuild, restore and renew. A specific challenge that some of our Miramar families are facing is the need for internet access for our Miramar students who are taking virtual classes in our public schools. Families struggling to pay for internet access is an extreme barrier for our students and their need for quality education during this pandemic. In response to this dire need, the Mayor’s office will provide free internet access for 100 families in Miramar in partnership with the Comcast Internet Essentials Program.

For $9.95 per month for six months, my office will provide internet to families with children who attend schools in Miramar with free internet services so they can continue their education without disruption. If your child attends a Title 1 School in Miramar, your family is eligible. Please contact your child’s school principal for additional

information. I could not think of a better way to assist our future leaders and scholars in their quest to get a quality education and because this need extends beyond the city of Miramar, I am challenging my fellow Broward County Mayors to do the same in their cities. If you would like to make a donation and help sponsor families in Miramar, please contact my office at 954 602-3198 or email wmessam@miramarfl.gov 2021 will be a pivotal year for the City of Miramar. We have our upcoming municipal elections taking place on March 9, 2021. I encourage all residents to vote and participate in electing your City Commissioners.

There are important issues in our city that will impact the direction of our amazing city and that direction will be determined by the commissioners voted in by residents.

Your local municipal elections are just as important as electing your state and federal leaders. Local elections impact your property taxes, local traffic, issues relating to our first responders, affordable housing and economic development. Please do not sit out our local March 2021 elections.

I also invite you to tune in to my Conversations with Mayor Messam on the city’s facebook page - www.facebook.com/ cityofmiramar/live/. Our most recent topics covered Tropical Storm Eta flooding, the Broward Up initiative with Broward College and Miramar Sports Programs in our parks.

Upcoming Conversations topics will include Public Safety and Miramar PD, e-sports in Miramar, virtual Aviation Expo and more, so tune in for information about your city.

As we prepare to witness the inauguration of our 46th President, we look forward to working with the Biden/ Harris Administration and our congressional delegation to ensure the city of Miramar federal agenda is met for the benefit of our community.

Yours in Service, Wayne M. Messam Mayor, Miramar

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appy New Year! If you’re like many people, you might have resolved to exercise more in 2019. Starting a new exercise routine can result in foot and ankle injuries if you’re not careful.

Here are answers to commonly asked questions by new exercise enthusiasts:

Why does the bottom of my heel hurt?

Plantar fasciitis is a very common overuse injury. Dramatic increase in activity over a short period of time, coupled with poor supporting footwear, can ignite an episode of sudden heel pain. Treatment includes but is not limited to: offloading, stretching, orthotics, cortisone injection, platelet rich plasma, shockwave therapy, and end stage surgery if conservative care fails.

Why do my legs hurt?

Shin splints can either occur in the front outside or back inside portion

of the leg. They also tend to occur when the patient has flatfeet and tight calves. Shin splints is a very common overuse injury. Treatment includes but is not limited to: offloading, stretching, orthotics, compression sleeves, and physical therapy.

ical therapy.

Why does the outside of my ankle hurt?

Peroneal tendonitis occurs after distance running on uneven surfaces.

These tendons serve as ankle stabilizers so cross training on several different terrains can cause inflammation.

Treatment includes but is not limited to: offloading, orthotics, ankle brace, and physical therapy.

Why does the back of my heel hurt?

Achilles tendonitis is likely to occur after repetitive ankle motion type exercise and activity. Excessive jump rope, plyometrics, stair climbing, and distance running on hills can create inflammation to the achilles tendon.

Treatment includes but is not limited to: offloading, stretching, orthotics, heel lifts, and physical therapy.

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Why does the inside of my foot hurt?

Posterior tibial tendonitis occurs mainly in the flatfooted patient, to which the main tendon that holds up the arch becomes inflamed due to the increase in workload without proper arch support.

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ost clients who initiate estate planning do so to provide for their loved ones’ needs, and to avoid burdening their family after they are gone with probate and administration expense and delay. But, no matter your reason for initiating estate planning, it is imperative that you understand what your options are, and how a thoughtful estate plan can work for you. Your plan may be simple (just a will), or more complex (a revocable living trust). Let’s examine the estate planning process by exploring the areas we refer to as the three p’s of estate planning.

People - Who are the important people in your life? Your important people likely include your loved ones: your spouse or partner, children and grandchildren, and perhaps your parents, siblings or other relatives. Beyond these people, other important “people” could also include charities, special causes, colleges or universities, or churches or temples to which you are connected. For some, important people may also include pets.

Spend some time thinking about the impact others have had on your life. Make a list and jot down notes. This is where the planning process begins.

Property - By property, we are referring to your assets in general.

PuzzleJunction.comCompile a list of the assets you own or control. At this point, you do not need to identify policy or account numbers, or exact dollar values. Rather, think about your assets in terms of their nature (including cash, stocks, bonds, businesses, real estate), their value, and your ownership interest. Do you own assets in your name only, in joint tenancy with someone else, or through some other arrangement? Be sure to include often-overlooked assets such as life insurance (death benefit), money owed to you, and any inheritance you may expect to receive.

Plans - After identifying the important people in your life and your property, the next step is to consider plans for those people (including yourself), and your property in the event of your own incapacity or death. Whom would you select to make decisions if you could no longer do so yourself? Would the same person handle your finances and your personal and health care decisions? Who would care for your minor children?

Who will run your business? How would you distribute your assets to your “people”? Would you like to minimize the impact of estate taxes, or maximize the impact of a charitable bequest?

Is there a member of your family with special needs whom you would like to provide for? And finally, is there someone who perhaps should not receive an outright inheritance, without a third-party to manage investments and distributions?

These are just a few of the issues to consider when approaching the planning process. An experienced estate planning attorney can help you explore all of these areas and work with you to develop a plan for your unique situation.

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MESSAGE FROM THE POLICE CHIEF

2020 Was Quite a Year!

By Police Chief Dexter Williams

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message to my residents:

2020 was quite a year! And that’s an understatement. From a global pandemic, to national unrest and political strife, this past year was a challenging time for our agency and the community we serve. In the midst of all this change, we continued to provide the highest level of law enforcement services.

I would like to take a moment to recap the department’s accomplishments, service to our community, and vision for the new year: Our Hoops for Hope basketball tournament awarded five $1,000 scholarships to high school seniors in Miramar. The pre-COVID tournament also encouraged

positive competition between teams consisting of employees and residents from across the county.

Under my leadership, as president of the Broward County Chiefs of Police Association (BCCPA), we created a five-point plan for police departments in Broward to: eradicate bad police officers; re-examine use-of-force policies; train and track officers’ behavior; educate officers on systemic racism, bias, and cultural differences; and increase the community’s trust in law enforcement through transparency and accountability.

Working with Broward Crime Stoppers Miramar PD spearheaded a new initiative, with a $20,000 donation, named Mendell’s Rule. Birthed from the senseless killing of a Miramar High Criminal Justice Program student, Mendell Butler-Lebel, the new tip initiative, increases the reward money for information leading to the arrest of those who murder juveniles, helping keep violent criminals off the streets.

Our commitment to safety and community service is a priority. We provided free bike helmets and gun-locks to residents and supported weekly food distributions to those financially impacted by the pandemic.

Our officers were happy to participate in parades celebrating birthdays, graduations, and other milestones, helping bring joy to those who couldn’t celebrate with their family and friends. We also partnered

with philanthropic organizations to donate snacks and school supplies for students, Thanksgiving turkeys, and desserts to at-risk families and continued with our annual Shop with a Cop Program and toy drives to brighten the holidays for children in need.

Our Code Compliance Unit, along with our road patrol officers made thousands of visits to businesses to educate and ensure community compliance with mandates created to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

Education campaigns on topics to include traffic-related issues and crime prevention were also a priority.

As we embark on 2021, the Miramar Police Department will continue to foster technology for the new age of policing and maintain transparency to support the legitimacy of public safety. We will be providing our residents in our historic area with a state of the art police sub-station, due to open in February. This year, our focus will be on recruitment - hiring qualified candidates that are committed to community-oriented policing and providing the best service to our residents and businesses.

I began my career with the Miramar Police Department 28 years ago. I have watched this city grow and transform into a thriving community. Although my retirement is on the horizon and my tenure as chief of this amazing department is coming to a close, I will continue to reside in Miramar confident that I leave this agency in great hands.

Miramar remains the best place for me to live and enjoy the next chapter in my life. I have renewed hope that with this new year, a brighter future is on the horizon. Thank you for the support you have given me and this department. Here’s to a great 2021!

An Honor to Serve, Dex t er M. William s Chief of Police

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3Natives makes a bulk of what they serve in-house and on a daily basis to ensure freshness and help you easily live a healthy lifestyle. With over 17 locations across Florida and another to open in 2021, The Pembroke Pines location is the first and only location thus far to break ground in Broward County.

Each 3Natives is locally owned and operated. The Pembroke Pines location, established in December 2019, is operated by siblings Frank & Jaclyn along with

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their father Frank’s guidance. This year tested them but with good faith, hard work ethic and a strong family bond they are determined to push through these trying times. 3Natives Pembroke Pines is thankful

for the community supporting their small business this past year. You can follow them on their social media pages @3NativesPembrokePines & @3Natives for the latest updates, newest offerings and events they are participating in our community! With the New Year here this healthy lifestyle café is one you must check out!

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