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Reasonable Thinking on Property Tax Reform From Charles W. Burkett, Mayor of Surfside
Surfside Florida June 2007 - As Mayor of the Town of Surfside, Florida, a property and homeowner, I had lent support for the initial House proposal with great enthusiasm. After reading the Speaker's recent op-ed, I find that the bold initiative has slipped substantially for the following possible reasons and might be improved given some of the ideas below: ... more Posted 6/04/2007 10:30 Am
The Jackie Gleason Show Was “A Must See Attraction”... "How Sweet it Was"
Miami Beach June 2007 - Back in the 1960's, this transplanted citizen lived in Troy New York. You say where the heck is Troy, never heard of it. Well have you ever heard of the home of Uncle Sam, the home of the Arrow Shirt Company or perhaps the home of RPI (Rensselear Polytechnic Institute)? ... more Posted 6/04/2007 10:30 Am
WE CRUNCH
Miami Beach, June 2007 - The Crunch fitness center on so-called ultra-chic South Beach is a
comfortably dated gym situated on the corner of Thirteenth Street and nightclub-ridden Washington Avenue, in the same coral-faced building that houses the World Erotic Art Museum and the popular Mansion nightclub, across the street from Hustler Hollywood and the Post Office – the evening haunt of hustlers, skateboarders, and vagrants. Crunch has a barely noticeable storefront squeezed between the sushi bar and the thrift shop. A ... more Posted 6/04/2007 10:30 Am
Gas Prices Got You Down
Miami Beach June 2007 - Recently we all have become aware of the rising cost of gasoline at the pump. As of this moments writing, my local gas station (no longer service station) shows a driveway sign reading regular at $3.23 a gallon.... more Posted 6/04/2007 10:30 Am
South Beach Streets 7th and 8th between Washington Avenue and Ocean Drive Converted One-Way After the Memorial Day Holiday Weekend
Miami Beach, June 2007 – In a continuous effort to improve the current traffic circulation and
improve pedestrian accessibility and safety in South Beach, the City of Miami Beach will be converting 7th and 8th streets into one-way lanes of traffic between Washington Avenue and Ocean Drive: 7th Street will be converted to one-way east bound and 8th Street to one-way west bound. Traffic signals, pavement markings, and street signs will reflect this change in direction on ... more Posted 6/04/2007 10:30 Am
Miami Beach Summer Sizzles with Brazilian Films and Hot Dance Moves
Miami Beach June 2007 – June kicks off the Miami Beach summer as the hottest Brazilian films
are showcased at the Brazilian Film Festival and the different styles of dance and movement are expressed at the Florida Dance Festival. Whether indoors or out, Miami Beach offers an eclectic collection of culture from films and lectures to dance, music, exhibits and other events for all to enjoy and many are free. ... more Posted 6/04/2007 10:30 Am
X-treme Cheerleaders Compete in the Sweetest Place on Earth, as Coach Announces She is Leaving
Miami Beach June 2007 - the City of Miami Beach X-treme Cheerleaders arrived at the sweetest place on Earth…Hershey, PA. The 30 young athletes ranging from 6th – 12th grade competed at the 2007 Cheer Power Hershey Open and stunned the crowd with their spectacular cheer and dance routine placing second in the All Star Senior Large Level 3 division. ... more Posted 6/04/2007 10:30 Am
Miami Beach Women to Compete in The 31st Annual Air Race Classic
Miami Beach, June 2007 - On June 19, South Florida pilots Kristen Jurn and Tamra Sheffman, will lift off into the open sky to compete in the 31st Annual Air Race Classic (ARC); the longest all-women transcontinental air race in the world, with a history that dates back more than 70 years.... more Posted 6/04/2007 10:30 Am
10 Most Wanted, Miami Beach June 2007
Miami Beach June 2007 - This Ten Most Wanted Bulletin is published on a monthly basis. Citizens should CALL the Miami Beach Police Department upon observing or obtaining any information on these fugitives. Citizens should NEVER ATTEMPT TO ARREST OR DETAIN ... more Posted 6/04/2007 10:30
Fun Stuff, Jokes, Pictures and Other Off The Wall Things
If you have anything that you think belongs in this weekly column, please send it to us. If we use it we will give you credit if you would like. Life is too much fun to be always taken seriously . . . more Posted 6/04/2007 10:30 Am
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Reasonable Thinking on Property Tax Reform From Charles W. Burkett, Mayor of Surfside
Surfside Florida June 2007 - As Mayor of the Town of Surfside, Florida, a property and homeowner, I had lent support for the initial House proposal with great enthusiasm. After reading the Speaker's recent op-ed, I find that the bold initiative has slipped substantially for the following possible reasons and might be improved given some of the ideas below: ... more Posted 6/04/2007 10:30 Am May’s Monthly Crime Alert Meeting in North Beach Addressed Citizens Concerns
Miami Beach June 2004 - May’s monthly Crime Alert meeting in North Beach brought out
many new residents concerned about a recent shooting on Crespi Blvd. Area residents with fears of a gang war in North Beach came to hear what was being done in the area. In a cooperative effort to address the community, members of the MBPD, including Chiefs Navarro and Martinez, newly appointed North End Captain Paul Acosta, members of the Gang Task Force, Detectives, Neighborhood Resources Officers and North End Public Service Specialists (PSS) also attended the meeting to assure residents that our Police Department is doing what it takes to put an end to a major problem before it begins.... more Posted 6/04/2007 10:30 Am
Miami Beach June 2004 - May’s monthly Crime Alert meeting in North Beach brought out
many new residents concerned about a recent shooting on Crespi Blvd. Area residents with fears of a gang war in North Beach came to hear what was being done in the area. In a cooperative effort to address the community, members of the MBPD, including Chiefs Navarro and Martinez, newly appointed North End Captain Paul Acosta, members of the Gang Task Force, Detectives, Neighborhood Resources Officers and North End Public Service Specialists (PSS) also attended the meeting to assure residents that our Police Department is doing what it takes to put an end to a major problem before it begins.... more Posted 6/04/2007 10:30 Am The Jackie Gleason Show Was “A Must See Attraction”... "How Sweet it Was"
Miami Beach June 2007 - Back in the 1960's, this transplanted citizen lived in Troy New York. You say where the heck is Troy, never heard of it. Well have you ever heard of the home of Uncle Sam, the home of the Arrow Shirt Company or perhaps the home of RPI (Rensselear Polytechnic Institute)? ... more Posted 6/04/2007 10:30 AmWE CRUNCH
Miami Beach, June 2007 - The Crunch fitness center on so-called ultra-chic South Beach is a
comfortably dated gym situated on the corner of Thirteenth Street and nightclub-ridden Washington Avenue, in the same coral-faced building that houses the World Erotic Art Museum and the popular Mansion nightclub, across the street from Hustler Hollywood and the Post Office – the evening haunt of hustlers, skateboarders, and vagrants. Crunch has a barely noticeable storefront squeezed between the sushi bar and the thrift shop. A ... more Posted 6/04/2007 10:30 Am Gas Prices Got You Down
Miami Beach June 2007 - Recently we all have become aware of the rising cost of gasoline at the pump. As of this moments writing, my local gas station (no longer service station) shows a driveway sign reading regular at $3.23 a gallon.... more Posted 6/04/2007 10:30 Am South Beach Streets 7th and 8th between Washington Avenue and Ocean Drive Converted One-Way After the Memorial Day Holiday Weekend
Miami Beach, June 2007 – In a continuous effort to improve the current traffic circulation and
improve pedestrian accessibility and safety in South Beach, the City of Miami Beach will be converting 7th and 8th streets into one-way lanes of traffic between Washington Avenue and Ocean Drive: 7th Street will be converted to one-way east bound and 8th Street to one-way west bound. Traffic signals, pavement markings, and street signs will reflect this change in direction on ... more Posted 6/04/2007 10:30 AmMiami Beach Summer Sizzles with Brazilian Films and Hot Dance Moves
Miami Beach June 2007 – June kicks off the Miami Beach summer as the hottest Brazilian films
are showcased at the Brazilian Film Festival and the different styles of dance and movement are expressed at the Florida Dance Festival. Whether indoors or out, Miami Beach offers an eclectic collection of culture from films and lectures to dance, music, exhibits and other events for all to enjoy and many are free. ... more Posted 6/04/2007 10:30 Am X-treme Cheerleaders Compete in the Sweetest Place on Earth, as Coach Announces She is Leaving
Miami Beach June 2007 - the City of Miami Beach X-treme Cheerleaders arrived at the sweetest place on Earth…Hershey, PA. The 30 young athletes ranging from 6th – 12th grade competed at the 2007 Cheer Power Hershey Open and stunned the crowd with their spectacular cheer and dance routine placing second in the All Star Senior Large Level 3 division. ... more Posted 6/04/2007 10:30 Am Miami Beach Women to Compete in The 31st Annual Air Race Classic
Miami Beach, June 2007 - On June 19, South Florida pilots Kristen Jurn and Tamra Sheffman, will lift off into the open sky to compete in the 31st Annual Air Race Classic (ARC); the longest all-women transcontinental air race in the world, with a history that dates back more than 70 years.... more Posted 6/04/2007 10:30 Am 10 Most Wanted, Miami Beach June 2007
Miami Beach June 2007 - This Ten Most Wanted Bulletin is published on a monthly basis. Citizens should CALL the Miami Beach Police Department upon observing or obtaining any information on these fugitives. Citizens should NEVER ATTEMPT TO ARREST OR DETAIN ... more Posted 6/04/2007 10:30 Fun Stuff, Jokes, Pictures and Other Off The Wall Things
If you have anything that you think belongs in this weekly column, please send it to us. If we use it we will give you credit if you would like. Life is too much fun to be always taken seriously . . . more Posted 6/04/2007 10:30 Am If you have any news briefs, Meeting Notices or events. Please send your information to 
briefs@citydebate.com Pictures are welcome. This section is published on Sundays only for the following week so please send your copy in advance. We only publish items related to Miami Beach, Bay Harbor Islands, North Bay Village, Surfside, Fisher Island, Bal Harbour and Indian Creek Village... more Posted 6/04/2007 10:30 Am
briefs@citydebate.com Pictures are welcome. This section is published on Sundays only for the following week so please send your copy in advance. We only publish items related to Miami Beach, Bay Harbor Islands, North Bay Village, Surfside, Fisher Island, Bal Harbour and Indian Creek Village... more Posted 6/04/2007 10:30 Am© 2000 - 2007 City Debate Publishing Company, CityDebate.Com
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