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As your Mayor, I’m filled with pride reflecting on what we’ve achieved together for Miramar in 2023. It’s truly been a year of growth, learning, and community empowerment. Here’s our year in review, capturing the strides we’ve made for our 150,000-strong family.
Our efforts in economic empowerment took a significant leap forward in April. With the African American Mayors Association, I joined the Economic Mobility Leadership Institute, and Miramar was spotlighted with a $30,000 grant from the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. This sparked the launch of our Knowledge of Financial Education (K.O.F.E.) program, which promises a brighter financial future for our residents and employees.
We didn’t stop there. I have been working all year with the youth in our city and took our Youth Advisory Council to Atlanta to peel back the layers of governance and inspire them with a first-hand look at public service. The experience was nothing short of invaluable for our future leaders.
Our cityscape is thriving, too. In November, during the State of The City address, I unveiled the future of our city under the theme ‘Your forever city’ at the Universal Technical Institute. We have everything in our beautiful city from the time you are born to when you retire. Our city’s growth is evident with new housing, businesses, and amenities, making us the 13th largest city in Florida.
Voting remains at the heart of our democracy, and this year, in partnership with Broward County’s Supervisor of Elections Office, we completed four Voter Registration Drives. It’s essential that every voice has the chance to be heard at the polls, and we’re committed to making that happen.
As we wrapped up the year, the 6th annual Aviation Expo was a soaring success, showcasing the vast opportunities in aerospace to our community, especially the youth, who were able to dream a little bigger about their future careers.
Looking to the horizon, my commitment to you remains steadfast. We’ll continue to welcome new residents and businesses with open arms because, as you know, everything you’re looking for is “Right Here in Miramar!” Let’s fly even higher in 2024.
