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Commissioner
Bruno A. Barreiro
Bruno@miamidade.gov
Loreta M. Sanchez
Chief of Staff
Loms@miamidade.gov
Marlene Avalo-Gonzalez
Legislative Aide
Avalo@miamidade.gov
Lourdes N. Cortes
Scheduling Secretary
Lour@miamidade.gov
Elizabeth Tejera
Constituent Services Aide
Ext@miamidade.gov
Amarylys Diaz
Constituent Services Aide
Amdiaz@miamidade.gov
Christie Toledo-Fernandez
Aide to Commissioner
Toledo@miamidade.gov
Maurice R. Hernandez
Communications Aide
MRH@miamidade.gov
Alice Gonzalez
Constituent Outreach Aide
Aliceg@miamidade.gov
Maria Elena Sanchez
Receptionist
Mes2@miamidade.gov
Manolo Fernandez-Cano
Commission Aide
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Dear Neighbor,
What an eventful month we have all been through
. Hurricane Irma tested our nerves, our patience and our resources, but I am proud that our community responded with the same resiliency it is renowned for. As the cleanup and recovery efforts continue, we begin anew, better and stronger - together.
As the day of Thanksgiving approaches, we must all be thankful for the many Blessings that have been bestowed on our families and our community as a whole, and help those who continue to struggle here at home and in other parts of the country as a result of this year's natural disasters.
On November 11th, our nation recognizes the men and women who selflessly and bravely wear the uniform of our great nation to keep us free here at home and abroad. It is my wish that on Veterans Day, you take time out of your day to thank a current and retired service member. You may never know how much they and their families appreciate our gratitude for their service and sacrifice on behalf of our country.
In the column to your left, you will find my contact information, as well as that of my Commission staff. Should you have an issue with the County, please do not hesitate to contact me, as well as the members of my staff who will be delighted to assist you with your concerns. For your convenience, you can also scroll down to the end of this newsletter to find the locations of my
Main Office
and my
Miami Beach District Office
.
I invite you to share this newsletter with your family, coworkers and friends to keep them abreast of what's happening in their community. And, please allow me to remind you that should you have any comments, ideas, or concerns, do not hesitate to contact me.
I am at your service!
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To all our gallant servicemen and women who have served with honor and distinction throughout our history in the protection and defense of our precious liberties at home and abroad; we thank you, we salute you, but most importantly, we honor you now and forever.
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Thanksgiving is a time when we are reminded of how grateful we are for what we have - health, family, and the freedoms we enjoy. It is also a time to help make the lives of others less fortunate more meaningful. That is the true spirit of Thanksgiving. May you and your family enjoy a safe and bountiful Thanksgiving Holiday.
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Commissioner Barreiro Pledges $10,000
toward Puerto Rico Hurricane Relief
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Hurricanes Irma and Maria devastated the beautiful island of Puerto Rico in September. Hurricane Maria, in particular, ravaged the island and its people to the extent that its now categorized as the worst storm the island has experienced in over 80 years.
As a result of the extreme devastation of the entire island, full recovery and restoration will take months, if not years, to complete. Our fellow American citizens need our help. That is why on the October 17th meeting of the Board of County Commissioners, we all came together to pledge our individual financial support to help relief efforts to our fellow citizens.
"Puerto Rico and South Florida share strong cultural and family ties, and we need to be there for them as they recover from this devastating storm,"
s
aid Commissioner Barreiro.
Please click on the
"United for Puerto Rico"
logo and consider making your most generous contribution to the
American Red Cross
donation page. Thank you.
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Team Barreiro goes into "overdrive" after Hurricane Irma
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In the immediate aftermath of Hurricane Irma, many of our most vulnerable of our residents, the elderly and the poor, were left without even the barest of essentials as they patiently waited for power to be restored to their homes. Our Commission staff and numerous volunteers took action, and joined us as we distributed much needed food, water and ice to many helpless residents.
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Commissioner Barreiro Hosts 6th "Going Global Workshop"
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On Wednesday, October 25th, Commissioner Barreiro, in collaboration with the County's Office of Economic Development & International Trade, hosted the 6th Import/Export "Going Global Workshop" to over 100 small and medium-sized enterprises, entrepreneurs, and individuals interested in reaching international customers. The attendees were given the invaluable opportunity to hear from, and to meet one-on-one with, industry experts from the public and private sectors of our community.
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We're having a Free-Fur-Fall
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All through November 30th, the County's Animal Services Department's
adoption fees will be waived for all dogs over 4 months old
. Adopters will only be charged
$30
for the
dog license and tag
.
Adoption fees are also waived for all cats and kittens.
The promotion does not apply for puppies (dogs under four months old), and their adoption fee remains at $75.
All pets adopted are spay/neutered, vaccinated, micro-chipped, dewormed, and ready to go to their new home. For more information, please click on the
"lovable duo"
and remember: "Don't Shop, Adopt!"
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Metrorail Parking Permits Going Digital
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Starting December 1st, Transit's monthly parking hangtags will be replaced with a
digital permit.
The same parking rates apply.
Log in or sign up for an online Transit Store account and get started today. For more information, click on the pic or call:
786-469-5151
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We're Not "Out of the Woods" Yet.
Download the Guide Today!
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10th Annual "Every Drop Counts" Poster Contest is Here!
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The Miami-Dade Water and Sewer Department (WASD) wants County students to
"
Be Water Wise-it Affects Our Lives!"
That’s the theme for the department’s 10
th
annual
"Every Drop Counts"
Poster Contest.
All Miami-Dade County elementary school students from kindergarten through 5th grade are encouraged to submit an entry that illustrates the importance of conserving water.
Each participant will receive a free T-shirt and a chance to win other great prizes
, and to be recognized by the Board of County Commissioners!
The deadline to submit a poster is
Friday, February 2, 2018.
For more information about the contest or to download the application, click on
D-rop
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The restaurants along
NE 3 Ave
in Downtown Miami have teamed together to present the
#Avenue3 Fall 2017 Passport to Dining
.
It is with this Passport that you can unlock the cool, daily deals at participating restaurants along #Avenue3. Be sure to print out your Passport by
clicking on the pic
. Present it at one of the participating restaurants listed, and enjoy experimenting from the diverse culinary delights offered by these renowned restaurants.
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REDBAR Comedy Night
November 13th, 9-11 pm
FREE Admission & FREE Drinks - Click Below for Full Info.
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Fridays are now Laser Fridays @ Frost Science Museum!
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You can now catch our laser light shows twice a month in the Frost Planetarium—permanently.
On the
1st
and
3rd Friday
of each month, we’ll be rocking out with a retro throwback to the classic laser light spectacles you know and love. From
Pink Floyd
to
Daft Punk
, we’re fusing music from some of the greatest artists of our time with old-school laser light visuals—all under the Planetarium’s 67-foot dome.
Note:
Laser shows rotate throughout the year, as each event has a different lineup. Please check schedules for upcoming dates.
Cost
:
$10 per adult
;
$8 per child.
Each Laser Friday show must be purchased separately. Laser show admission includes laser glasses. Membership discount not valid on laser show tickets.
For complete information, including themed shows, please click on the
Frost Science logo
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Main Office
1454 SW 1st Street
Suite 130
Miami, FL 33135
(305) 643-8525
Miami Beach District Office
1700 Convention Center Drive
1st Floor
Miami Beach, FL 33139
(305) 673-7743
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