HomeMy WebLinkAboutnominationsCITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA
INTER -OFFICE MEMORANDUM
Priscilla Thompson
City Clerk
Board Nominees
Ada Rojas
Coordinator, Office of Community Relations ENCLOSURES:
DATE:
SUBJECT:
REFERENCES:
February 14, 2006
Community Relations
Resumes
Please find attached a list names recommended to the City Commissioners to fill vacant
positions on the Community Relations Board, which is being submitted on behalf of the
Nominating Committee. Also enclosed are copies of each potential candidate's resume.
Please do not hesitate to contact me should you have any questions or concerns.
FILE :
CITY OF MIAMI - CRB
NOMINATING COMMITTEE (01-23-06)
RECOMMENDATION TO THE COMMISSIONERS
COMMISSIONER
APPLICANT
OPTION 1
OPTION 2
OPTION 3
Angel Gonzalez
District 1
Willy Calvino
Willy Calvino
Barbara Howard
Paula Xanthopoulo
WILFREDO CALVING, JR.
2961 NE 185th Street, Unit 1615
Aventura, FL 33180
Telephone: 786-200-0669
Email: willycal@yahoo.com
WORK EXPERIENCE
American Ammunition, Inc., Miami, Florida.
Marketing Consultant, 2002 — Present
Assisted the company in transforming its marketing strategy from a
distributorship concept to the dealer direct, which enabled the company to increase
business opportunities and revenue by securing state, federal and international contracts
under the auspices of the Small Business Administration and the Energy Department.
This change in strategy directly contributed to improving financials, enabling the
company to become public.
Trucare of Miami., Miami, Florida
President, 2001-2002
Management Service Organization (MSO). Responsible for the overall
management of the company specifically for the contracting of Doctors and Clinics to
work with the HMO related to the company .
Deacon, Inc., Miami, Florida.
President, 2000-2001.
Master Franchiser for Oxford Academy, Early Learning Centers, a Day Care
Public Company. Responsible for contract development and execution; functioned as
administrator related to real estate matter and construction of the learning centers.
General Construction Management and Consulting, Inc., Miami, Florida.
President, 1995-2000.
Developed and secured business contracts with construction contractors requiring
engineering and public works consulting services in the private sector. Responsible for
general oversight of company operations for purposes of ensuring delivery of services;
Effectively managed customer relations within the local market, supporting the company
objective of maintenance and growth by ensuring that high service levels to which our
customers were accustomed were maintained. Seized networking opportunities for
purpose of building relationships and generating business.
Management & Business Associates, Inc., Miami, Florida.
Vice -President of Business Development, 1992-1995.
Oversaw the management of the construction contracts awarded by the federal
government (FEMA) during the Hurricane Andrew cleanup phase. Assisted the principals
of the company in securing other contracts. During my tenure we were able to obtain
numerous contacts to wit, a state prison, a clean-up contract with the federal government
and a minority set aside contract at the Miami Airport totaling approximately $ 15-20
million.
Hispanic American Builders Association (H.A.B.A.)., Miami, Florida.
Served on Board of Directors, 1992-2001.
Lobbied county commission for favorable treatment of the minority construction
industry. Obtained federal contract for minority contractors. Achieved federal grants
for education and training of minority contractors. Obtained contract for members from
state, locallcounty and federal government. H.A.B.A. afforded me the opportunity and
experience to be named to the Dade County Zoning Appeals Board where I served for 6
years serving for 3 years as both Vice -Chairman and Chairman. Following my service on
the Zoning Appeals Board I became a construction industry zoning consultant. Among
the clients I represented were Pedro Garcia- a large developer in Dade County, Mario
Ferro- one of the largest shopping center builders in the county, Andrade Gutierrez- a
Brazilian company that obtained a construction contract with the Miami- Dade County
School Board and Superior Coatings International- a St. Louis, Missouri -based company.
Polar Trading Co., New York- NY/Miami-Fl.
Brewery Representative for Public Relations and Marketing, 1987-1992.
Responsible for the sale and distribution of Polar beer in the Florida Market. The
Polar Group is also the manufacturer of over fifty percent of the basic food and spirits
products in Venezuela. I assisted with the research for the negotiations of the joint
venture with the Nestle Company. Provided highly regarded advice during the marketing
and business development phases of negotiations, which led to successfully securing joint
venture within the United States market.
Financial Management Group., Miami, Fl.
Shareholder and Administrator, 1987-Prior.
Represented importers from Latin American and the Caribbean in U.S. markets.
Ensured compliance with governmental regulations so that imported food products could
meet labeling standards of Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the U.S.
Department of Agriculture (USDA), which were prerequisites for admission to United
States market. Served as consultant to the USDA Agro Business Promotion Council for
President Ronald Regan's Caribbean Basin Initiative Program. Traveled extensively
thought Latin American and the Caribbean to develop new business with a variety of
governmental agencies.
EDUCATION & TRAINING COURSES
Miami Dade Community College, Miami, Florida 1974
Completed college credits as a Business Administration.
*Florida A & M University, Miami, Florida.
Construction Management Course
Control Data Institute, Miami, Florida.
Computer Programming.
General Lines Insurance Agents Course, Miami, Florida.
SPECIAL SKILLS
Bilingual( Speak, read and write English and Spanish fluently) Computer savvy
with Microsoft Applications and Internet.
COMMUNITY SERVICE
*Member of the Community Relations Board City of Miami.
Chairman of the Law Enforcement Committee, 2002-Present.
*Member of the American Veterans Assoc.
*Member of the Cuban American Veterans Assoc.
*Past Member of the Zoning Appeals Board of Dade County.
*Past Member of the Minimum Housing Board of Dade County.
*Past President of the Interamerican Chamber of Commerce.
*Former Advisor to the Agro Business Promotion Council for the U.S.
Department of Agriculture, Washington, D.C.
*Former Member of the Armed Forces Selection Committee for U.S. Senator.
*Former Director of the Hispanic American Business Assoc.
*Past Member of the Kiwanis Club.
BARBARA HOWARD
9456 S.W. 164 COURT
MIAMI, FL. 33196
(305) 383-8085
FAX (305) 383-7230
EMAIL: bhlexus @ bellsouth.net
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Commentator
South Florida Issues and Perspectives
1998 -1999
Miami, FL.
Provide commentary on radio station WAXY, 790 AM, entitled "Barbara Howard Speaking
On Anything", during 1 hour program South Florida Issues and Perspectives, a local talk
show.
President
HOWARD & SPILLMAN, INC.
1997 -1999
MIAMI, FL
Own, operate and control consulting firm specializing in transportation and land use
planning as well as transit public information programs. Clients include state and federal
departments of transportation as well as engineering firms.
Writer/Columnist
SOUTH FLORIDA NEWSWEEK
Write a political column for Black -owned, bi-weekly newspaper.
Guest Speaker
1997 - Present
MIAMI, FL
1993 - Present
MIAMI, FL
Deliver motivational speeches and participate in educational and political forums where
audiences are middle and high school students and adults.
President/CEO
BARBARA HOWARD AND ASSOCIATES, INC.
1989 - Present
MIAMI, FL
Own, operate and manage a multidimensional consulting firrn, specializing in marketing, public
relations, lobbying, fund-raising, affirmative action/minority business program development,
governmental contract compliance, public information and political campaigns. Develops direct and
telemarketing strategies and materials. Conduct transportation related studies. Produce special events
and training seminars. Clients include architectural/engineering firms, construction companies,
public agencies, various types of for -profit corporations, non-profit organizations and political
candidates.
Sr. Minority Business Specialist
DADE COUNTY MINORITY BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT OFFICE
1983 -1989
ML4NII, FL
Developed and managed affirmative action compliance program for architectural, engineering and
procurement firms for multi -million dollar contracts. Coordinated financial and program
development for special projects and conferences.
Paralegal 1982 -1983
DADE COUNTY PUBLIC DEFENDER'S OFFICE/FELONY BOND HEARING DIVISION MI MI, FL
Provided initial legal representation for indigent clients during bond hearing process. Monitored
compliance of criminal procedures. Coordinated release methods and developed initial defense.
Supervised 20 interns.
Arbitrator
STATE PANEL OF CONSUMER ARBITRATORS, BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU
Conducted final arbitration on auto line cases.
Arbitrator
AMERICAN ARBITRATION ASSOCIATION
Conducted final arbitration on commercial cases.
Personnel Manager
BURDINES DEPARTMENT STORE, HUMAN RESOURCE INFORMATION DIVISION
1980 -1987
ML 1I, FL
1980 - Present
FL
1979-1981
i\ILt_m1, FL
Developed/installed and managed automated personnel/payroll system. Monitored compliance with
federal statues. Coordinated unemployment compensation, garnishments and levies program.
Provided training programs for personnel managers. Managed 14 person staff.
Assistant Coordinator
JACKSON MEMORIAL HOSPITAL, AFFIRMATIVE ACTION DEPARTMENT
1978 -1979
Mi&. ii, FL
Coordinated federal affirmative action/equal employment opportunity compliance program.
Developed and conducted supervisory staff training programs. Produced newsletter articles.
President
SABREE CONSULTANTS, INC.
1977 - 1980
MIAMI, FL
Managed entertainment consulting firm, specializing in upscale special events and travel packages.
President/Owner
HOWARD CREATIONS
1976 -1990
MIAMI, FL
Managed retail company, specializing in creation of original jewelry and distribution of basic
fashions and accessories.
Coordinator
URBAN LEAGUE OF GREATER MIAMI, INC.
1974 -1978
MIAMI, FL
Managed various jobs programs, including Skills Bank, providing employment for over 3,000
minorities. Developed executive, management and supervisory training programs. Conducted
survey programs for human resources needs assessment.
EDUCATION
B.A., Liberal Studies 1977
FLORIDA INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY MIAMI, FL
Certification Program, Employment and Training Administration 1977
HARVARD UNIVERSITY BOSTON, MA
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
• 1998 Outstanding Woman Business Owner, National Association of Women Business Owners
• 1997 Supplier of the Year Award, Florida Regional Minority Purchasing Council
• 1993 Feature Editorial Writer, InFocus Magazine
• 1993 Judge, African American Achievers, JM Family Enterprises
• 1992 Minority Consultant of the Year Award, Hispanic American Builders Association
• 1992 Person of the Year, Vanguard Chronicle
• 1992 Appreciation Certificate, The Black Entrepreneur
• 1991 Featured in Business Monday, Miami Herald
• 1991 Featured in Miami Times
• 1991 Featured in Publisher's Article, Miami Herald
• 1990 Featured in Proyecto Magazine, Latin Builder's Association
• 1989 Commendation, City of Miami
• 1989 "Who's Who of U.S. Executives"
• 1989 "Who's Who of Women Executives"
• 1982 Second Place, Reba Daner Moot Court Award
• 1982 Featured in "Suburban Women", Nancy Rubin
• 1980 "Who's Who in Florida Politics"
1980 Featured in "Black Leaders", Miami Herald
MEMBERSHIP
• Member, Mayor Penelas Protocol Committee
• Executive Committee, Greater Miami Convention and Visitors Bureau
• Chairperson, WAGES Task Force, Greater Miami Convention and Visitors Bureau
• Member, Board of Directors, Greater Miami Convention and Visitors Bureau
• Executive Committee, Visitor Industry Task Force, One Community One Goal
• Trustee, Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce
• Member, Miami -Dade Chamber of Commerce
• Co -Chair, Sister Cities Host Committee
• Executive Committee, Pow Wow Host Committee
• Co -Chair, Miami -Dade County Mayor's Marketing Committee
• Member, Miami 2000 Democratic National Convention Host Committee
• Member, Latin Builders Association
• Associate Member, Hispanic American Business Association
• Member, Urban League of Greater Miami, Inc.
• Member, Florida Regional Minority Purchasing Council
• Member, Board of Directors, Fellowship House
• Chairperson, Fund -Raising Committee, South Florida Inner City Games
• Member, Board of Directors, South Florida Inner City Games
• President, Public Relations Ministry, Sweet Home Missionary Baptist Church
PAULA XANTHOPOULOU
700 NE 26th Terrace #302, Miami, Florida 33137
TEL (305) 576-6105 FAX (305) 576-6106
paula@withoutboundaries.com
February 4, 2004
Ms. Ava Rojas
Coordinator
Office of Community Relations
City of Miami
By facsimile: (305) 416-1019
Dear Ms. Rojas:
Attached please find the resume requested as part of my application for appointment to the
Community Relations Board. I have made a lifelong commitment to community involvement
and service. There are great things happening in the City of Miami, and a I look forward very
much to being part of progress.
ost sincerely,
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PAULA XANTHOPOULOU
700 NE 26`h Terrace #302. Miami, Florida 33137
TEL (305) 576-6105 FAX (305) 576-6106
paula@withoutboundaries.com
CURRENTLY: Consultant
EXPERIENCE:
FLORIDA "W" PROJECT (non -partisan) 2001- 2003
Founding Partner and Director
Administered pioneering coalition designed to elect more progressive women at all
levels of government throughout Florida.
WILLIAM XANTTOPOULOS, P.A., Miami, Fl 1998 - 2000
Office Administrator/Legal Assistant
Assisted in the start-up and administration of this legal practice.
P-SE (PUBLIC-SPIRITED ENTERPRISES) 1991-1997
New York, NY & Miami, FL
Managing Partner
Developed and executed cutting edge email and other Internet technology projects,
also extensive research/writing. Worked primarily with non-profit organizations.
LYRIC ARTS GROUP, New York, NY 1986 -1992
Artist Manager/Sole Proprietor
Promoted, developed, and managed the careers of classical singing artists who
performed worldwide in operas, with orchestras, and in recital.
THE MARVELWOOD SCHOOL, Cornwall, CT 1982 -1985
Director of Development and Institutional Advancement
As the first full-time staff member in this capacity, established and executed a wide-
ranging program of institutional advancement for this specialized co-ed boarding school.
BROWNING ASSOCIATES, Newark, NJ 1978 -1982
Account Executive
Assisted not -for -profit institutions for this management/consulting firm. Specialized
in Board of Trustee management, Iong-range planning, fundraising, and office systems.
THE AMERICAN FARM SCHOOL, Thessaloniki, Greece 1968 -1978
Director of Fund Raising and Public Relations/Executive Committee
(A volunteer for the first six years — also taught, worked with student activities, etc.)
CURRENT COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES:
• National Women s Political Caucus of Florida, President
• Miami -Dade County Commission for Women, Second Vice -President
• SAVEDade Advisory Committee
RECENT ACHIEVEMENTS:
• Miami -Dade County "In the Company of Women" Honoree (2002)
• Miami Shores Brockway Memorial Library, Chair of Building Fund (1999-2001)
EDUCATION: B.A. International Relations, University of the Pacific, Stockton, CA
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CITY OF MIAMI - CRB
NOMINATING COMMITTEE (01-23-06)
RECOMMENDATION TO THE COMMISSIONERS
COMMISSIONER
APPLICANT
OPTION 1
OPTION 2
OPTION 3
Johnny Winton
District 2
Chantal Meo
Xiomara Sosa
Dorcas Perez
Brad Simon
8260 N. Bayshore Drive
Miami, FL 33138
XIOMARA A. SOSA
CeII (786) 200-0338
xiomarasosa@bellsouth.net
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
High-energy Professional Administrator/Master Virtual Assistant with expertise in professional office support, personal
assistance aid and nonprofit management services. Over 20 years of excellent written and verbal communication skills
and Internet savvy. Proficient in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Works Suite and various other applications and databases.
Exceptional interpersonal skills with a team -oriented approach. Ability to interact with all levels of an organization in a
professional, diplomatic, and tactful manner. Ability to apply discretion when handling confidential and sensitive
information. Exceptional organizational skills and consistent follow through with team members. Demonstrated ability to
deal with multiple, concurrent tasks, shifting priorities and changing needs. Resourceful with the ability to figure out how to
accomplish tasks independently. Ability to complete work in a timely manner with accuracy and attention to detail. Strong
time management skills.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
XAS CONSULTING, LLC, Miami, FL, 2003-Present
Professional Administrator/Master Virtual Assistant
• Manage day-to-day operations.
• Manage schedules, tasks, contacts, and expenses.
• Provide telephone, fax, email, and other communications -based support.
• Arrange travel plans, meetings and conference calls.
• Create travel itineraries.
• Manage, create and edit letters, memos and all types of correspondence and documents.
• Coordinate and prepare visual materials for meetings, speeches, and presentations.
• Manage and maintain facilities and vendor relationships.
• Prepare materials for conferences, correspondence, appointments, meetings, and telephone calls.
• Prepare reports, summaries, and replies to inquiries.
• Read and route incoming mail and coordinate mailings.
• Compose, type, and file all correspondence.
• Greet visitors.
• Professional networking.
• Board development.
• Human resource procedures and management.
• Staff development.
• Cross-cultural communications.
• Organizational development.
• Collaborations and coalition development.
• Fiscal management.
• Personnel policy development.
• IRS procedures.
• Event and fundraising management.
• Sponsorship initiatives.
• Membership management
• Legal issues management.
• Expense and payroll processing.
• Office administration and management.
• Office maintenance duties, induding supply orders, printer and copier maintenance.
• Coordinate meetings and make arrangements for conference/conventions/seminars.
• Serve as liaison between offices.
• Coordinate day-to-day activities, and mange projects.
NATIONAL STUDENT PARTNERSHIPS, Washington, DC, 2001-2002
Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer, National Office
Guided and directed all aspects of the day-to-day operations and financial systems. Designed and implemented
operational and financial management strategies. Planned and directed all aspects of the organization's operational
polides, objectives, and initiatives.
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8260 N. Bayshore Drive
Miami, FL 33138
XIOMARA A. SOSA
Cell (786) 200-0338
xio ma rasosa@bellsouth.net
• Assisted in the supervision of staff and consultants, established operational targets, and cultivated and
maintained strategic partnerships with nine Local Offices to enhance their operational capacity.
• Managed the operational budget, which includes a $921,000.00 Department of Labor capacity building grant.
Prepared an annual budget and long-range financial projections for the National Office and nine Local Offices.
• Monitored financial performance to ensure satisfactory outcomes for the organization, managed accounting
processes, and supervised the annual audit.
• Supported the long-term development strategy for the organization's funding, managed the short-term cash
management strategy, and prepared financial reports.
• Managed accounts receivables and accounts payable, payroll, cash projections, insurance, benefits, human
resources, financial statements, taxes, filing, and office supplies.
NLGJA, INC., Washington, DC, 1999-2001
Executive Director, National Office
Oversaw, managed and supervised the continuing growth and development of a nonprofit professional joumalism
association of over 1,000 members, 19 chapters, 2 intemational affiliates, 5 staff and 3 consultants.
• Represented the association at meetings with corporate executives, decision -makers and potential funders at
foundations and other businesses.
• Assured the effective management, administration and day-to-day operations of the national office by managing
the organization's budget, developing and implementing programs, overseeing national and local fundraisers,
chapter activities and the yearly national conference.
• Assured that the financial obligations of the national office were met on time and in full.
MANA, A NATIONAL LATINA ORGANIZATION, Washington, DC, 1997-1998
Membership and Chapter Development Coordinator, National Office,
Developed membership campaigns and initiatives and planned, directed and controlled membership activities and
records.
• Coordinated operation and implementation of membership dues, accounting and chapter activities. Served as
liaison and provided expertise, development support resources and training for chapter coordinators.
• Analyzed data, developed marketing strategies, and provided on -site service and technical assistance in
designing and developing programs for chapter coordinators.
NATIONAL COALITION OF HISPANIC HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES ORGANIZATIONS, Washington, DC,
1994-1996
Outreach Liaison, Programs Coordinator, and Administrative Assistant, Policy and Research Division
• Developed and implemented outreach and public information efforts to key audiences such as the media and
policymakers and was responsible for specific operations in the Executive Office for the President and CEO.
• Coordinated activities and served as liaison to govemment agencies and institutions and national and community -
based organizations and coalitions.
• Managed program activities for the Policy and Research Division.
• Managed the overall administration, management and operations of the Policy and Research Division.
ACADEMY FOR EDUCATIONAL DEVELOPMENT, Washington, DC, 1992-1993
Assistant to the Director, Center for Youth Development and Policy Research
• Provided administrative support to the Director and managed the production and distribution of materials such as
proposals and reports.
SWL, INc., Vienna, VA, 1989-1991
Technical Aide, information Procurement and Dissemination Department
• Provided technical support to the Director by preparing Procurement Requests, Statements of Work and
Modification Requests.
• Prioritized and distributed workloads, coordinated Administrative Personnel Actions and classified materials and
managed profit projection project.
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Executive Consultant
8260 N. Bayshore Drive
Miami, FL 33138
XIOMARA A. SOSA
Cell (786) 200-0338
xiomarasosa@bellsouth.net
UNITED STATES ARMY, Washington, DC, 1986-1988
Administrative Specialist -Specialist Four, The Pentagon, United States Army Research Institute for the Behavioral and
Social Sciences, Headquarters, Department of the Army, Personnel Programs Analysis Office, Office of the Deputy Chief
of Staff for Personnel
• Selected from a competitive group of candidates to serve in this prestigious position and performed a myriad of
duties for nine action officers and acted as personal secretary to Brigadier General Robert Harieston.
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE RESERVES, Homestead, FL (2 weeks a year and one weekend a month),1984-1986
Air Cargo Specialist, Homestead Air Force Base
• Managed air cargo logistics, administration and day-to-day operations.
GOLDMAN, KLASFELD, HORKEYAND FERRARO, PA, Ft. Lauderdale, FL, 1983-1986
Financial Administrative Assistant, Data Processing Department
• Implemented and supported the financial reporting and accounts receivable computer maintenance system.
NEW YORK COMPENSATION INSURANCE RATING BOARD, New York, NY, 1981-1982
Policy Review Assistant, Policy Implementation Section
• Processed state compensation insurance claims and provided data entry and processing support.
EDUCATION
• TRINITY COLLEGE, Bachelor of Science Degree Program, Public Affairs -Policy Track, Minor in Sociology,
Washington, DC, completed 4 years of academic study
• NORTHERN VIRGINIA COMMUNITY COLLEGE, Associates in Science Degree in Health and Human Services
Program; General Counseling Certification Program; Drug and Alcohol Counseling Certification Program,
Alexandria, VA, completed 2 years of academic study
MILITARY EDUCATION
• UNITED STATES ARMY: United States Army Training Center, Fort Jackson, SC, Administrative Specialist
Course, Diploma from the Department of the Army, 1987; The Pentagon, Washington, DC, Department of the
Army Certificate of Training, Modem Army Records Keeping System, 1987.
• UNITED STATES AIR FORCE RESERVES: Basic Military Training, 1984; Air Cargo Specialist Course, 1984;
Community College of the Air Force, Logistic Management Program, 1985
TRAINING
• Northern Virginia Family Service: Parent Skills Training Class, 2001.
REFERENCES
• Furnished upon request
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CITY OF MIAMI COMMUNITY RELATIONS BOARD
Mission
The mission of the Community Relations Board is to:
• work proactively to identify and relieve intergroup conflicts
before crises arise;
• identify and contain, as quickly as possible, community tensions;
• develop bridges of understanding and support programs in the
community;
• foster understanding, communication, and mutual respect;
• develop and support local or city based Community Relations
Boards throughout the county; and
• assure that resources are in place to respond to community crisis.
The City of Miami Community Relations Board was created by an ordinance
of the City Commission and it recruits representatives of the various social,
racial, religious, linguistic, cultural, economic, and geographic groups
comprising the population of this City and include leaders of government,
business, religious and educational institutions, civic and organizations and
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QUALIFICATIONS OF THE MEMBERS OF
THE CITY OF MIAMI COMMUNITY RELATIONS BOARD
Each member appointed shall be a resident of the City of Miami with an
outstanding reputation for community pride, interest, integrity, responsibility,
business or professional ability and who has demonstrated a commitment to
intergroup relations. Members shall have demonstrated skills in diplomacy
and the ability to:
• foster mutual understanding, tolerance, and respect among all economic,
social, religious and ethnic groups in the City;
• act as conciliator in controversies involving community relations;
• cooperate with federal, State and City agencies in developing harmonious
community relations;
• cooperate in the development of educational programs dedicated to the
improvement of community relations; and
• enlist the support of, civic leaders; civic, religious, veterans, labor,
industrial, commercial and other community groups and private agencies
engage in the inculcation of ideals of tolerance, mutual respect and
understanding.
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RECOGNITIONS, AWARDS AND SPECIALAatOMPUSMENTS
• Named "Latina de la Semana" by El Tiempo Latino
• Featured in "Latinas Today" section of Latina Style Magazine
• Awarded the Campaign Air Force Training Ribbon, and an Honorable Discharge from the United States Air
Force Reserves
• Granted a Department of Defense Secret Clearance; awarded The Army Achievement Medal for Meritorious
Service by the Department of the Army, The Campaign Army Service Ribbon, and The Department of the
Army Certate of Achievementfor Meritorious Service; and received an Honorable. Discharge from the
United States Army.
Community:
• Awarded the Northern Virginia Family Service Special Foster Care Certificate of Approval, and a Certificate
of Appreciation in recognition of valuable contributions as a Therapeutic Foster Parent.
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LEADERSHIP, VOLUNTEER AND -COMMUNITY SERV!Cc
Government:
• White House Office of National Drug Control Policy's National Youth Media Campaign's Partnership
DeuelopirrentExpert Panel
• Senate Republican Conference- Task Force on Hispanic Affairs Advisory Committee
• Department of Health and Human Services Substance Abuse Treatment Month Planning Group
• Social Security Administration's Outreach Planning Group
• - Mingten-County, VA Multieultural-Admisery Commission -
Media:
• WWSpaper Associatiert of Arnerica's Diversity Committee
• The Center for Media Education's Children Media Policy Network
• HaridaNet Editorial Advisory Board
Foundations:
• Henry J. Kaiser Family Foundation's Latino Survey Planning Group
• Eurocentres Foundation Homestay Program
• Arthritis Foundation's Speaking of Pain Advisory Council and Diversity 2000 Committee
Community:
• State of Florida Guardian Ad Litem, Eleventh Judicial Circuit
• Northern Virginia Family Services Special Foster Care Mother
• MANIA, A National Latina Organization's Northem Virginia Chapter Board of Directors
LGBT:
• Sexual Minority Youth Assistance League (SMYAL) Board of Directors-, SMYAL Youth Group Facilitator, and
appointed member on the Whitman -Walker Clinic's Mental -Health and Addiction Treatment Services Board
on behalf of SMYAL
• Bridge Builders_ Fiind Board of_Directors_
• Gente Latina de Arnbiente Board of Directors
• Cultwal Competency"Trainer for the Mautner Project for Women wilt Cancer
MEMBERSHIPS
Current - -
• National Society for Hispanic Professionals
▪ American So.; ofAssocietion Executives
• Alliance for Nonprofit Management
• Florida Society of Association Executives•
Past
• Greater Washington Society' of Association Executives
• Potomac Executive Network
• The Women's Center - -
• The Women's Heafth and Wellness Network
• MANA, A National Latina Organization
• Women in Military Service for America Memorial Foundation, Inc.
PUBLICATIONS
• The Reporter, National Coalition of Hispanic Heafth and Human Services Organizations
• Alternatives: NLGJA News, NLGJA
DORCAS PEREZ
dopetez@amiami.11.us
600 NE 36" Street #1709. Miami, Florida 33137
305-546-4636
experience
2005 to present. VISTA Program Director, City of Miami. Miami, Florida.
Responsible for managing a pilot program of up to 21 AmeriCorps*VISTA members serving community -based
organizations in the City through grant writing and resource development.
2004 to 2005. Grant Writer, City of Miami. Miami, Florida.
Research and identify foundation and govemment funding sources, write and submit all grant proposals for
several City departments. Secured over $1.6 million in funding for the City.
2002 to present. Grant Writer. Communities In Schools of Miami. Miami, Florida.
Research and identify individual, corporate, foundation and govemment funding sources for a non-profd dropout
prevention organization. Write and submit all grant proposals. Serve on the Board of Directors' Marketing and
Resource Development Committees, helping to develop promotional materials.
2002. Grant Specialist. City of Homestead. Homestead, Florida.
Research and identify funding sources for the Community Redevelopment Agency. Write and submit all grant
proposals. Serve as staff liaison to the Historic Preservation Board.
2000 to 2002. Communications Officer. Dover, Kohl & Partners. South Miami, Florida.
Responsible for promotion, marketing, document preparation and editing, organization and preparation of
proposals and awards submissions for world-renowned urban design firm.
1996 to 1999. Funding Officer. Capital Trust Mortgage Company. Miami, Florida.
Handled all aspects of mortgage lending, marketing, and residential loan processing. Assistant to President.
1990 to 1996. Research Associate. University of Miami School of Medicine. Coral Gables, Florida.
Coordination of psychological studies, including grant preparation, subject recruitment, battery assessments,
reports, lectures, and joumal article submissions.
education
Master of Science. Clinical Psychology. Barry University. 1997.
Bachelor of Arts. Psychology. Florida International University. 1988.
honors
Dean's List. National Hispanic Scholar. Henry King Stanford Scholar. Foster G. McGaw Scholar.
publications
GADA Magazine. 2004.
Master's Thesis. Neuropsychological Sequelae of High -risk Infants at School Age: Stability, Predictability, and
Efficacy of Early Intervention. 1997.
A study of the psychological effects of Hurricane Andrew on an elementary school population. 1995. J.
American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, 34(9).
DSM-IV Field Trials for oppositional defiant disorder and conduct disorder in children and adolescents. 1994.
American Joumal of Psychiatry, 151(8).
service
Member, National Volunteer Week Committee of Dade County, 2005 - present
Big Sister, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Miami, 2004- present
Vice -Chair and Program Coordinator. Sierra Club, Miami Group Executive Committee. 2002 to 2004.
Mentor. Corporate Academy South. 2002 - 2003.
Member, Kendall Public Space Committee, 2001.
Member. Hands on Miami. 1996 to present, Site Manager for Hands on Miami Day 2004 and 2005.
extra
Fluent in English and Spanish.
20130 NW 10th Street P`cr,e 954-435-1870
Pembroke Pines, Ficr,[s E--rai bwsimont ci.miami.fl.us
33130
Bradley W. Simon
Objective
To secure a position in the Community/Social Services field in public
Administration.
Professional 12/1999 to Present
Experience
Miami Homeless Assistance Program Miami, FL
Acting Director
Work involves the studying of routine administrative problems and
development of procedures designed to improve the program's efficiency.
Served as assistant to the director, until her retirement Since that time, has
taken responsibility for the program and answered directly to the Chief of
Neighborhood Services. Responsible for program planning, budgets, and
the development and implementation of each. Ensures the maintenance of
the program's, financial, administrative and personnel records. Recruited,
trained and supervises a staff of thirty. Monitors the progress of the
program's goals and objectives by supervising the maintenance of precise
records and reports. Communicates professionally and routinely with other
agencies (govemment and private) about the issues that are relevant to the
health, safety, and well being of program participants. Identifies and
develops needs from data, managers, and administ-ators and consumers
and monitors training to assure quality. Provides weekly training to the
Miami Police Department regarding homeless issues within the city,
especially as it pertains to the Pottinger Settlement Maintains an updated
reference collection of grant writing and grant avaaability for goods and
services to the homeless. Wrote policy papers, project proposals, grant
applications and reports related to housing and services for the homeless.
To date, grant proposals submitted have generated over 2 million dollars in
funding to the Miami Homeless Assistance Program. Responsible for writing
and submitting legislature for the City Attorney's approval to accept said
grants.
11/98 to 12/99
The Salvation Army Miami, FL
Director of Family Services
Supervised a staff of twenty. Developed and implemented programs for
homeless individuals and families. Assisted in the development of grant
writing for programs including programs for HIV/AIDS, childcare and work
programs. Developed and maintained billing procedures to grantors.
Communicated routinely with agencies.
5/98 to 11/98
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Education
Metatherapy Institute Inc, Miami FL
Director/Program Supervisor Beckham Hall Homeless Shelter
Program
Supervised a staff of thirty. Responsible for the daily operation of a 110 bed
Homeless Shelter for men. Responsible for scheduling, billing and
maintenance of said facility. Recruited, hired and trained staff for case
management and job development for clients. Instituted policies and
procedures still in existence. Maintained a spotless facility. Responsible for
the health safety and welfare of 110 clients daily.
7/95 to 5/98
City of Miami, Office of Homeless Programs Miami, FL
Program Development Coordinator
Wrote Policy and Procedures for the Miami Homeless Assistance
Program. Developed and implemented a system of services for mentally
ill homeless persons within the City of Miami. These Procedures are still
in existence. Supervised a staff of 25. Acted as assistant to the
director. Developed and maintained reporting procedures to grantors.
Assisted in grant writing and proposals to expand and maintain the
program. Monitored the progress of the program's goals and objectives
by supervising the maintenance of precise records and reports.
Communicated routinely with other agencies (government and private)
about the issues that are relevant to the health, safety, and well being of
program participants.
8/91 to 7/95
Metro Dade County, Beckham Hall Homeless Shelter Miami, FL
Director of Social Services (Final Position)
Supervised a staff of 10. Managed a client caseload of 40. Developed a
job development program for 110 homeless men. Implemented
reporting procedures to funding sources. Responsible for intake and
discharge of clients. Developed and maintained bed availability reports.
Reported bed availability to various agencies. Responsible for the
health safety and welfare of 110 clients daily.
1975 - 1978
1978 - 1980
1980 -1985
1991 -1992
References Available Upon Request
Miami Killian Senior High
Miami -Dade Community College
University of Miami
Addiction Training Institute
University of Ohio
Miami, FL
Miami, FL
Coral Gables, FL
Miami, FL
CITY OF MIAMI - CRB
NOMINATING COMMITTEE (01-23-06)
RECOMMENDATION TO THE COMMISSIONERS
COMMISSIONER
APPLICANT
OPTION 1
OPTION 2
OPTION 3
Joe Sanchez
District 3
Helena Del Monte
Helena Del Monte
Tony Wagner
Ed Shohat
Teresa Zorrilla-Clark
Teresa Zorrilla-
Clark
Chtol 1%-.ve�
Rev. Jose Hernandez
Helena Der Monte
3680 SW 18' Terrace
JKiam� ¶F&orida 33145
September 30, 2005
Ms. Brenda Shapiro, Chairperson
City of Miami Community Relations Board
444 SW 2" Avenue, 10th Floor
Miami, Florida 33130
Dear Ms. Shapiro:
With this letter I communicate to you and to my fellow members of the Community
Relations Board my apology for having exceeded the number of absences allowable to
remain in good standing with this prestigious board.
I have served as a member of the CRB for 3 years. Unfortunately because of personal
reasons attributed to my professional duties I was not able to attend four meetings. As
you know I was very active throughout the years in many important events and meetings,
inclusive during the monumental task of FTAA.
Being a member of the CRP is a hat I wear proudly and seriously. I respectfully urge
Commissioner Jo Sanchez, you as our Chair, and my fellow members to consider me for
re -nomination to the Community Relations Board.
I have lived in Miami since 1961. It is a City, and a Community I love and respect, and
my desire is to be able to continue to serve them.
Sincerely Yours,
Helena Del Monte
3680 SW 18 Terrace
Miami, Florida 33145
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Mr_ Wagner's professional experience includes serving as a member of various
community organizations of local goverment of the City of Miami and also of Metro -
Dade County. Mr. Wagner served as tire -Chairman of the Little Havana Crime Prevention
Sub -Council and has opened the first rleighborhood crime prevention office in the City of
Miami. He served on the Board of Directors of the Hispanic Program of the South Florida
Water Management DiSUict, the Metro -Dade Emergency Management, Post Emergency
Delivery, and Outreach Sub -Committee.. Mr. Wagner was a member for three _years of the
Latin Quarter Review Board which is an organization responsible for community
revitalization.
Mr. Wagner has been presented with proclamations for outstanding conuriunity service
by Chairman Arthur J. Tech:, Jr., of Metro -Dade County, Mayor Stephen P. Clarke, of
the City of Miami and Mayor Raul Martinez, of the City ofHialeah. Ivfr_ Wagner is listed
in Marquis Who's Who in the South and Southwest of the United States. Mr. Wagner is
a social activist always involved in the development of his community.
In the proccss of working in the medical .field, Mr. Wagner has been a professor of
Medical Sociology, Organizational T)evelopment at Mercy College, and consultant. to
various hospitals_
Mr. Wagner was a member of the faculty at the University of Miami, Departinent of
Psychiatry, and School of Medi.cine.:ffe also served as a consultant to Metropolitan Dade
County, Psychological Services Division.
Mr. Wagner has received extensive training in all medical areas, thus becoming n
specialist in the psychological needs of medical staff` and patient care. Mi. Wagner has
extensive experience in the psychological and interviewing, techniques training given to
home health. care workers of all disciplines. Ma. Wagner is also trained in Gestalt therapy
Mr. Wagner has also extensive training and experience in thy, t eauncnt of families.
For thrther information please refer to cuuriculurn vitae.
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ANTONIO A. WAGNER, A.C.S.W., L..C.S.W.,
101 Majorca Avenue
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
(305) 445-5177
(305) 649 9797
PLACE OF BII2T11: Havana, Cuba
EDUCATION
1983 - 1986 Gestalt Therapy Institute of Florida
Training for Professionals
1982 University of Miami, Mhnni, Florida
Communication TV,Piim
Transcripts available upon request
1976 Barry University, North Miami, Florida
Master of Social Work (Clinical) M.S_W.
1975 - 1976 University of nliami School of Medicine
Mailman Center, Miami, Florida
Seminary I and II. on Mental Retardation
1974 Florida International University,* Miami Florida
AA Sociology
LANGUAGES Spanish and English
ACADEMIC APPOINTMENTS
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1981 - 1983 Clinical Instructor of Psychiatry, Department of Psychiatry,
University ofMiami, School of Medicine
1978 -1980 Faculty Associate (Field. instructor), Florida International
University, School of Social Work .
1978 -1979 Associate Professor, Sociology -Department, Mercy College,
Miami, Florida
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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
1999 — 2003 City of 14f ami Coral Way Neighborhood Enhancement Team
Administrator
This is an executive position requiring considerable independence
of action and judgment. !? eports to Assistant City Manager.
Supervises a service center area composed of 70,O00 residents,
26,000 homes and a large commercial and industrial area.
Responsible for the administration and coordination of the delivery
of essential public services at the neighborhood level. Manage the
activities of a neighborhood resource. site. Responsible for the
supervision of a neighborhood resource team including code
enforcement, comrunity and economic development, accounting,
and clerical personnel and the coordination of public safety
personnel. Tasks require considerable public contact and public
management skills_ Expedite and resolve neighborhood issues and
concerns related to a broad range of services. Responsible for the
correction of community problems at the neighborhood level and
active in working together with over 6 Homeowners Associations.
Conduct public: relations activities on behalf of the City and of the
City's neighborhoods. Manage and coordinate the activities of
neighborhood volunteers. Assist residents in obtaining information
concerning City codes, licenses and other action from City
officials. Assist in the development and implementation of
programs for conununity planning and development in conjunction
with other responsible City departments.
Responsible for monitoring the neighborhood resource site's
management, and resolution of community complaints. Categorize
complaints by type, frequency, and resolution status and generate
reports to senior ranagement for review.
1995-2003 Latin Quarter Cultural Center of Miami, Inc.
Executive Director & Founder (in 1988)
For the past 8 years the Executive Director's position has been
responsible in building collaborative relationships with other
community agencies in the Miaani. Metro County area .A number
of fundraising events have taken place throughout the years
facilitating a stable financial base for the Cultural Center. One of
the most recent achievements is the purchase of a property located
in the. corner of 1501 S.W. 8th Street, which now houses the
Cultural Center with funds from the Knight Foundation. Other
funding sources have been the Metro Dade County Commission
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allocating over $400,000.00 in the last two years, the Miami Dade
Cultural Affairs Council, The City of Miami Community
Development, among others.
As the Executive _Director of the Cultural Center, the position has
required for goes interpersonal skills, leadership and conflict
resolution skills.. A positive and strong relationship with the -
Cultural's Board has always been and is an asset in achieving the
Center's mission and vision.
1996 -1999 Institute of Ambulatory Behavioral Healthcare
President
1997 - 1998
Under contract with six Community Mental Health Centers as
clinical consultant. Responsible for the staff development of the
multidisciplinary team. Also, responsible for the development, and
implementation of collateral programs. •
Larkin Hospital
Clinical Director
Partial Hospitalization Unit.
Responsible for all. dinical components of the program.
Responsible for stag development, utilization review, quality
assurance, and implementation of policies and procedures. A close
working relationship was maintained with the inpatient psychiatric
unit. The partial hospitalization was accredited by joint:
commission under my supervision. Responsible for the staff
development training of the unit's staff.
1995 -1997 South Eastern health Management Associates, Inc.
Vice President of Ambulatory Behavioral Services
Responsible ror coordinating services and providing
Administrators and employees with the neceksary education,
training, in care and delivery of services to the home- bound
patient, provided by six home health agencies in Dade and
Broward County. Also serve as a director of clinical operations to a
chain of Partial Hospitalization Programs, Day Care Treatment
Programs and adult day care programs, located in Dade and
Froward Counties:
Marketing responsibilities along with community involvement was
an integral part of the responsibilities of the position. Responsible
for the conception and the implementation of the private sector,
preventive Wellness Program.
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Responsible for the supervision of the corporate Fdocatiun
Department and for training all disciplines, i_e., RN's, I:I1:1A's,
Ri'T's, MSW's, MITC's, RD's, etc., in OSHA, Bio-Medical Waste,
CPR, HIV!AIDS, :Domestic Violence. Directly responsible for
training and supervising over '70 employees (clerical and licensed
professionals) in over ten corporate departments and mental health
programs.
Responsible for educating and preparing all disciplines tbr JACHO
by serving as an educator by planning and conducting in-service;
on such issues as death and dying, interviewing, ete.
1994 - 1995 South Eastern health Management Associates, Inc.,
Vice President of Medical Social Services
Responsible for coordinating • serrvices and providing
Administrators and employees with the necessary education,
training, in care and delivery of services to the home -bound
patient, provided by six home stealth agencies
in Dade and Broward County. Also served as a clinical director of
operations to a chain of Partial Hospitalization Programs, Day Care
Treatment Programs and adult day care programs, located in Dade
and Broward Counties. Marketing responsibilities along with
community involvement was an integral part of the responsibilities
of the position. Responsible ibr the development and -the
implementation of the private sector, preventive Wellness
Ptomain.
Responsible for educating and preparing all disciplines for JACHO
by serving as an educator by planning and conducting in -services
on such issues as death and dying, interviewing, etc.
1991-1994 South Eastern health Management Associates, Inc.,
Director of Medical Social Services
Responsible for coordinating services and providing administrators
.. and employees with 'the necessary education, training in care and
delivery of services to the home -bound patient, provided by six
home health agencies in Dade and Broward County.
1980-Present Private Practice - Psychotherapy, fancily therapy, individuals and
couples.
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1991- `Vest Gables Rehabilitation Center,
Director of Social Set -vices.
Responsible for the care and INC planning of the Rehabilitation
Hospital, as well as the clinical responsibility for the Brain Injury
Program and the Ventilator Program.
Supervision of the staff coups (patients and family)
and marketing responsibilities. Also responsible for the emotional
care of the geriatric population in the Long Tenn Care Program of
the faciiity,
1989 - 1990 Harbor View Hospital, (Psychiatric }Hospital)
Director of Social Services
Responsible for the clinical care of the patients in the
Psychogeriatric Unit, Adolescent Unit, Intensive Care Unit and the
Adult Unit. Treatment models provided, groups, family, individual
therapy.
Responsible for the supervision of the 8 members of the social
work staff, also an active member of the following committees:
1. Quality Assurance
2. Medical Records
3. Risk Management
4. Clinical Committee
1988 -1989 University of Miami, Jackson Mcinorial .Hospital
Psychogeriatric Social Worker
1981 - 1983
1981- 1982
1980 - 1981
Individual assessment, family therapy, discharge planning, group
therapy and direct patient care,
Spanish Family Guidance Center,:Faculty Position •
Department of Psychiatry, University of Miami
School of Medicine
Miami Psychological Services, Inc.
Private .Practice - flu ily therapy, couples and individual
consultant
American Dialysis Center, Lie
Clinical Social Worker
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Responsible for psychesocial evaluation and psychotherapy -
family individual. .Knowledge of Medicare regulations.
1980 InterAincricarn Dialysis Institute
Consultant, Clerical Social Wurker
1977 -1980
Lutheran Medical Center (Dade and Broward County)
Supervising Clinical Social Worker
Responsible for short-term counseling with the residents of the
nursing, home in terms of meeting concrete, as well as emotional
needs with the renal population, on -going individual and group
therapy, in-service training for staff of the two clinics and training
FiU undergraduate social work students.
1976 -1977 Health Rehabilitation Semites, Miami, Florida
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor 11, Psychosocial Evaluations.
Vocational Counselor
1976 - 1977 Community Mental 1lesdth Associates (part -tine)
Psychiatric Social Worker. Family and Individual Therapy
COMMU /TT INVO.l,V MENT
1988 - Present Latin Quarter Cultural Center of Miami, Inc.
Founder - Artistic Director
1967 - 1971 Patronato Cultural Cubano
PROFESSIONAL SOCIETIES
1999 Member of National Trust of Historic Preservation
1998 -1999 Member ofNational Academy ofPsychotherapy
1995 - 1997 Member of Society' for Social Woxk Adtninistratois in Health Care,
AurericanHospital Association
1994 - 1997 Member. of National Hispanic Council an Aging
1994 - Present Member of Association for Ambulatory Behavioral Healthcare
1994 -1999 Member. of Florida Association for Ambulatory Jehavioral.
Healthcare
1980 - 1992 Florida Society of Psychotherapists
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1980 -1986 Americana Family Therapy Association
1979 - Present Member Academy of Certified. Social Workers (ACSW)
1.977 - 1981 National Council of Nepl,uology Social Worker (NCSW)
Local Chapter - Nephroiogy Social Workers
1976 - Present National A.ssociation of Social Workers (NASW)
PROFESSIONAL APPOINTMENTS
2003 - Present Appointed to the Viernes Culturalcs Board
1999- Present Appointed to the Keep Miarni Beautiful Board of Directors
1999- Present Appointed to the newly formed City of Miami Cultural and Hine
Arts Board
1993 -1995
1993 - 1995
1993 -1994
Chairman, City of Miami, Crime Prevention Sub -Committee, for
Little Havana
Member of Board of Directors, Hispanic Program of the South
Florida Water Management District
Member of Board of Directors, International Jose Marti YMCA
1992- 1993 Member of Metro -Dade Emergency Management, Post Emergency
Service Delivery, and Outreach Sub -Committee.
1991- 1993 Board member of the "Metro -Dade Department of Youth and
Family Development Project Community Advocacy Board"
1991 -1992 Co -Chairman, Miami. Chapter of Volunteers of America
1990 -1992 Appointed by the City Commission to serve on ibe "City of Miami
Latin Quarter Review Board" (Two year appointment)
1982- Member of the PRO Committee (Positive Reinforcement
Operation) Dade County Public Schools
1931- Member of the Advisory Board of the Alcohol Project of the
Miami Mental Health Center
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1980 - 1981
1979 -1981
1979-
President of the Council. ofNephrology Social Workers Rtiarn_i
Dade County
Medical Board Member, E. S_E . D. Network #19, Medical Review
Board, 1979 (Two year appointment)
Member oft e Board of Directors of South. Florida Artificial
.Kidney Foundation.
HONORS"
10/2003 Present with a Proclamation by the Honorable Commissioner
Bruno A. Barreiro, Metro -Dade County Board of Commissioners
for outstanding contributions to the community,
3/94 Presented with a Certificate o f Commendation by The Honorable
Arthur J. Teele, Jr., Chairman of the Metro -Dade County
Commission for outstanding contributions to the Community.
3/94 Presented with a Certificate of Appreciation by The Honorable
Stephen. P. Clarke, Mayor of the City of Miami for important
. Contributions to the Community.
3/94 Honored by the City of Miami, Police Department, Community
Relations Section, for Outstanding Community Service in the Fight
Against Crime.
11/93 presented with a plaque from the City of Miami Police Department
Chief Calvin Ross, In Recognition of Clutstcmding Cotmtn a ity
Service, for excellence in civic endeavors having to do with the
Juvenile Crime Prevention, Program for the Little Havana Crime
Prevention, Sub -Council.
1982 -1983 Listed in Mau'quis Who's Who in the South and Southwest, 1Sth
Edition
7 hLE VISION
1990 -1991 CONTACT( National Program - Telemundo Network - Live
program, Weekly Segment
1988 -1989 DIA A.DIA Telernundo Network - Live program,Weekly Segment
1986 - 1987 MUNDO LAt'INO - SIN Network - Channel 23 * Weekly
Segment:
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1.985- "LA SALUTE Y USTED" (Health Program) Channel 51
Producer
TKAIN V(r TAPES
3/82 "Family Effectiveness Training" * Professional Training tape, 10 minute,
University of Miami, Department of Psychiatry * Producer/Director
1/82 "Bicultural Effective Training" * Professional training tape, 10 minutes,
University of Miami, D pathnent of Psychiatry * Producer/Director
INSURANCE
LICENSES
Covered by NASW Malpractice insurance
Clinical Social Worker License
Marriage & Family Therapist License
PROVIDER STATUS Medicare Provider
REFEREjVCE•S Available upon request
PERSONAL REFERENCES
Edgar Fernandez.
Director of Governmental Affairs, Miami -Dade County
(305) 375-5427
Raul J. Sanchez de Varoi a, Esquire
Raul J. Sanchez de Varona PA
(305) 667-7733
Luis Fernandez, Esquire
2250 S.W. 3 A.venue
Miami, Florida 33129
(305)854-5955
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PENTHOUSE TWO
800 BRICKELL AVENUE
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33131-2911
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IRA N. LOEWY
MICH AEL A. PTZZI, JR.
MAMA 5. SHOHAT
February 5, 2004
VIA FACSIMILE (305) 416-1019
Ms. Alicia Squitin
City of Miami
Miami City Hall
Miami, Florida 33133
RE: Application to Community Relations Board
Dear Ms. Squitin:
TELEPHONE; 305.358-7000
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I apologize for not responding sooner to your voicemail message from last Friday.
I am in a federal jury trial which has been ongoing fortwo weeks and will last another week,
at least. Needless to say, the trial is consuming virtually all of my time at the moment.
Please accept this letter as my formal expression of interest in becoming a member
of the City of Miami Community Relations Board. I have lived and worked in the Miami
community my entire life after moving to Miami as a boy in 1959. I am a strong believer in
the concepts of social equality and justice in all its connotations. Having been a criminal
defense lawyer for over 30 years, I have been regularly involved in the intermix of social
and criminal justice issues. I believe, therefore, that I can make a substantial contribution
to the work of the Community Relations Board.
Two of my partners, one present and one former, Donald Bierman and Pamela
Perry, have served on the Miami -Dade County Community Relations Board, Don as it's
Chairman. I observed with considerable interest the good work of these individuals and
would like to join them in giving back to the community in this fashion.
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You have asked for a summary of my community activities. Frankly, my outside
activities over the years have been heavily law and law school oriented as reflected by the
CV 1 sent you. The rest of my time has been spent raising two wonderful children, one of
whom is a freshman at Duke University and the other a sophomore in High School. I am
looking to give back to the community now in a broader sense which the CRB will allow
me to do. Nonetheless, I have attached a separate summary of my community activities
as you requested.
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EDWARD SHOHAT: SUMMARY OF COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES
Member, Board of Directors, Dade County Bar Association, 1983-1984. Vice President,
University of Miami Law Alumni Association, 1982-1986. Board of Directors, University of
Miami Law Alumni Association, 1990-1999. Member, Building Committee, University of
Miami School of Law, 1988. University of Miami, Presidents Club 1999-2004. University
of Miami, Hurricane Club 1992-2003. Chairman, Attorney's Division, Greater Miami Jewish
Federation, 1982-1983. Chairman, Judicial Reception, Attorneys Division, Greater Miami
Jewish Federation, 1985-1986.
President, Florida Criminal Defense Attorneys Association, 1987-1988; Vice -President,
Florida Criminal Defense Attorneys Association, 1986-1987; Board of Directors, Florida
Criminal Defense Attorneys Association, 1983-1985. Vice President and Board of
Directors, American Board of Criminal Lawyers, 1987-1999_ President, Association of
Immigration and Nationality Lawyers, South Florida Chapter, 1982-1983. Vice President,
Association of Immigration and Nationality Lawyers, South Florida Chapter, 1980-1981.
9260 S.W. 101 Street
Miami, Florida 33176
Phone: (305) 595-1712
(Residence)
CURRICULUM VITAE
EDWARD R. SHOHAT
800 Brickell Avenue (Offices)
Penthouse Two
Miami, Florida 33131
Phone: (305) 358-7000
Facsimile: (305) 358-4010
PERSONAL:
Bom: Westchester, Pennsylvania
May 7, 1947
Married, two children
Hobbies: Reading; Snow Skiing; Sports; Movies.
EDUCATION:
Graduated from Miami Beach Senior High School,
1965.
Attended the University of Miami on a Debate
Scholarship 1965 - 1969. Graduated with B.A. Degree,
cum Iaude 1969.
Law: Attended University of Miami
School of Law 1969 - 1972.
Graduated with a J.D. Degree, cum Iaude 1972.
Member: Bar and Gavel Society; Wig and Robe
Honor Society.
Author: "Liability of a Pharmacist for Negligently
Dispensing Oral Contraceptives," 22 University of
Miami Law Review, 456, 1972.
PROFESSIONAL:
Admitted to the Florida Bar 1972. Also admitted to the Bars of the United
States Supreme Court, United States Court of Appeals, Eleventh and Fifth
Circuits. United States District Courts, Southern District of Florida; Middle
District of Florida; Southern District of Georgia; Eastern District of North
Carolina; Central District of California; District of Maine; and Eastern District
of Virginia.
Private Practice focused on Litigation, including corporate and civil counsel
consultation on potential law enforcement exposures of corporate and other
business entities continuously since graduation from Law School. From
1975 through 1984 engaged in a substantial sub -practice of Immigration and
Nationality Law. Since 1984, practice in consultation with immigration
counsel regarding immigration implications of criminal problems and related
planning issues for corporate and individual clients. Current practice heavily
focused on serious state and federal white collar criminal cases and related
forfeitures, as well as the defense of civil RICO cases, and matters involving
the US Patriot Act. Represent numerous individuals, including politicians,
athletes, entertainers and professionals in pre -indictment charge avoidance
efforts. Represent numerous corporations, businesses and individuals in
grand jury subpoena and testimony matters.
Selected for listing in Best Lawyers in America, published by Harvard
Research Team of Stephen Naifeh and Gregory White Smith, published in
1989; 1991, 1993, 1995, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002 and 2003. Selected
Martindale Hubbell "AV" rating; Selected for listing, National Directory of
Criminal Lawyers, Barry Tarlow, Esq, Editor, Gold Publishers 1991-1992.
Listed as one of the Top Lawyers in South Florida (all specialties), South
Florida Legal Guide, Miami Metro Magazine, January, 2001, 2002 and 2003.
Representative Forfeiture Cases Handled: represented both corporate and
individual interests in forfeiture cases ranging from cash to buildings, homes and aircraft.
Represented Panamanian cargo carrier in seizure of Boeing 727 Aircraft after 5000
kilograms of cocaine was found on board. (Aircraft was returned to owners). Represented
owners of Miami Hotel seized in bank fraud and money laundering investigation. (Hotel not
forfeited). Have represented various businesses, including financial institutions, money
exchange houses and check cashing business whose multiple bank accounts were seized
in several large scale money laundering investigations, including reverse sting operations.
Represented clients in forfeiture cases, both state and federal, arising under the
racketeering, narcotics, banking and related statutes.
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Examples of Maior Extradition Cases Handled which are a matter of public record:
Roberto Polo/Switzerland - $100 Million fraud in stolen art; Jorge Zimeri Safie/Guatemala-
Homicide; Germano Neto/France - money laundering; Nicolas Gammara/Brazil - fraud.
Representative public record cases involving well known personalities: Actress Kelly
Preston (stalking during making of a film in Miami); Actor Wesley Snipes (case involved
motorcycle chase on Florida Turnpike on route to Florida Keys to make a film); NFL player
Kevin Williams (Dallas Cowboys) on charges of Pell Grant fraud while attending and
playing for the University of Miami.
Examples of other cases handled which, except where noted, are a matter of public
record:
1. United States of America v. Fine Air and Aeromar Airlines. During 2000 and
2001,.represented cargo air carrier (Fine Air) and joint venture freightforwarder (Aeromar
Air Lines) in investigation and prosecution following crash of cargo aircraft on August 7th,
1997. Negotiated corporate plea settlement and Aviation Safety Program for both
corporate and partnership entities. Represented both entities in successfully setting aside
U.S Military Debarment Orders.
2. United States of America v. Justyn Feldman, et al., United States District Court
Southern District of Florida. Successfully defended New York Stock Broker in 2002-2003
on charges of Stock Fraud and Money Laundering by securing pretrial dismissal of all
charges based on alibi defense. The judge was the Honorable T.K. Hurley, United States
District Judge, West Palm Beach, Florida. The prosecutor was AUSA Roger Stefin.
3. State of Florida v. Fred Barker, et al. In 2002-2203, successfully secured court
ordered dismissal of Real Estate Fraud and Commercial Theft charges against Canadian
citizen. State then brought perjury charges which were also dismissed. The judge was the
Honorable Maria Espinoza Dennis, Circuit Court Judge. The prosecutor was ASA Julian
Mack.
4. State of Florida v. Hector Delgado. Delgado is the owner of one of the largest
privately owned money exchange businesses in the United States with headquarters in
New York and offices in many states operating under the name Casa Del Cambio Delgado.
Delgado was the target of a four year multi -state administrative banking and criminal
investigation culminating in 2002 in multiple count money laundering charge by the Dade
County State Attorneys Office. Successfully persuaded prosecutors that felony charges
were essentially unprovable resulting in corporate misdemeanor plea and small fine
allowing company and individual client to retain New York Banking licence. The prosecutor
was ASA Michael Smith.
5. United States of America v. Paul Lazarus, et al, United States District Court,
Middle District of Florida, Tampa Division. Lazarus, a criminal defense attorney, was
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charged with conspiracy and obstruction of justice in connection with a scheme to falsely
attribute to a client information leading to the arrest of a third party so as to convince a
prosecutor to file and a court to grant a Motion for Reduction of Sentence under the
Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure. Lazarus was acquitted following a five week trial in
March of 1999. The Judge was the Honorable Susan Bucklew. The prosecutor was AUSA
Joe Ruddy.
6. United States v. Cesar Odio, United States District Court, Southern District of
Florida. Odio was indicted for bribery and obstruction of justice and money laundering in
connection with his duties as City Manager for the City of Miami. The case was resolved
with a negotiated plea to obstruction of justice charge in exchange for dismissal of the
more serious bribery and money laundering charges. Odio received a twelve month
sentence.
7. United States of America v. Robert Perlman, United States District Court,
Southern District of Florida. The first federal criminal tax fraud prosecution ever based on
undervaluation of inventory. Perlman, the owner and president of Brandsmart USA, the
largest privately owned electronic distributer. in the Southeastern U.S., was indicted and
later tried two times on charges that he undervalued his inventory resulting in the under-
reporting of federal income taxes in the amount of approximately $3 million. The first trial
resulted in a hung jury and the case, including both civil and criminal tax issues, was
settled during the second trial. The judge was the Honorable Jose Gonzales. The
prosecutor was AUSA Martin Goldberg.
8. United States of America v. James C. Burke, United States District Court
Southern District of Florida. This case involved multiple counts of bribery, mail fraud and
money laundering against Mr. Burke, a County Commissioner, and others. After a ten
week trial, Mr. Burke was acquitted of seven counts of bribery, mail fraud and money
laundering and convicted of one count of bribery. The Judge was Chief United States
District Judge Edward B. Davis. The prosecutors were AUSA's Alan Kaiser and Anita Gay.
9. United States of America v. Ronald Mason, et al, United States District Court,
Middle District of Florida. Mr. Mason was the Chairman of the Tampa City Council and
Acting Mayor of the City of Tampa, Florida. He and a business partner were charged with
extortion under the federal Hobbs Act before the Honorable Steven D. Merryday, United
States District Judge. The case involved the issuance of ambulance permits for Basic Life
Support in Hillsborough County, Florida. Secured government disrissal of the entire case
two weeks before trial in March 2000.
10. Lisa S.A. v. Juan Luis Bosch Gutierrez, et al. Along with co -counsel,
representing Guatemalan family and various corporations in defense of Civil RICO, fraud,
bank fraud, money laundering and forfeiture complaint in Miami -Dade County Circuit Court.
Case involves allegations of civil theft and laundering of profits of vertically integrated
chicken business in Central America. Specifically charged with defeating Plaintiff's Motion
To Strike all defenses based on allegations of criminal conduct against certain individual
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defendants. Successfully conducted multinational investigation including foreign witness
statements and depositions and developed strong evidence of falsity of allegations
convincing plaintiffs to withdraw the motion rather than risk exposure.
11. Represented New York Stock Exchange seat holder in major securities fraud
investigation involving allegations of insider trading and stock parking during four year
investigation by United States Attorneys Offices in New York and Miami. Case resolved
with non prosecution decision. Several stockbrokers and financial printers indicted and
convicted in case. Name withheld based on Attorney/Client confidentiality.
12. United States of America v. Pedro Llaquno, United States District Court,
Southern District of Florida. Llaguno, a Miami lawyer, was accused of money laundering.
Mr. Llaguno was tried in Miami Federal Court. The Judge was the Honorable Edward B.
Davis and the prosecutor was Ken Noto, Esq., Assistant United States Attorney. Mr.
Llaguno was acquitted of all charges.
13. United States v. Alfredo Duran, et al. Represented former Florida Democratic
Party Chairman and attorney, Alfredo Duran, on bribery charges under the Foreign Corrupt
Practices Act. Mr. Duran was tried in the United District Court, Southern District of Florida
before the Honorable James Kehoe, United States District Court Judge. At the conclusion
of the government's case a Judgment of Acquittal exonerating Mr. Duran of all charges was
entered by the court. The prosecutor was AUSA John O'Sullivan.
14. United States of America v. H. Lee Bauman, Esq., United States District Court,
District of Arizona. Mr. Bauman was tried for 11 weeks in Phoenix, Arizona. Mr. Bauman
faced charges of racketeering conspiracy, racketeering, conspiracy to possess with intent
to distribute and conspiracy to import marijuana, cocaine and methacholine and related
forfeitures. The Judge was the Honorable William P. Copple United States District Judge,
District of Arizona. The prosecutor was John Lyons, Assistant United States Attorney for
the District of Arizona. Mr. Bauman was acquitted on all charges. Nothing was forfeited.
15. United States of America v. Seymour Klosky, United States District Court,
Southern District of Florida. Mr. Klosky, an Undersecretary of State for the State of Florida,
was indicted for conspiracy to commit bribery and bribery involving an alleged scheme to
secure favorable prison designations through bribes paid to the warden of the federal
prison in Miami. Mr. Klosky's case resolved in a guilty plea which ultimately resulted in a
probationary sentence from the Honorable William Hoeveler, United States District Judge.
The prosecutor was Stanley Marcus, Esq., United States Attorney for the Southern District
of Florida.
16. United States v. M. Dale Lyon, U.S.D.C.-S.D. Fla. Lyon and others were
charged with laundering $20 Million through the Bell Gardens Bicycle Club, a legal card
casino in Los Angeles, California. Lyon, who had been an immunized by the Government
as a witness in the underlying prosecution of Ben Kramer and others, successfully obtained
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dismissal on Kastigar grounds of all but the obstruction and perjury counts against him,
including RICO, RICO conspiracy and money laundering charges. Thereafter, at a hotly
contested sentencing proceeding, Lyon successfully convinced the District Court that the
underlying offense of money laundering could not be used for guidelines purposes
following his plea to obstruction and perjury. Lyon was sentenced to three months impris-
onment. The case was prosecuted by AUSA Robert J. Bondi before the Honorable
Federico R. Moreno and Honorable James C. Payne, United States District Court Judges.
17. People of the State of California v. Karen Delayne Greenberger, et al, Counsel
for Karen Greenberger in the "Cotton Club Murder Case" in Los Angeles, California.
Greenberger was charged with hiring her three co-defendants to murder movie producer
Roy Radin in a dispute over financing of the film "Cotton Club." After an eleven month trial,
Greenberger was convicted of second degree murder.
18. United States v. Jackie! Valero: Mr. Valero, a Swiss banker, was charged in a
money laundering conspiracy in which U.S. Customs agents posed as drug dealers looking
to launder narcotics proceeds. Mr. Valero pled to reduced charges, was placed on
probation and returned home to Switzerland.
19. Premium Sales Corporation: Being called the largest Ponzi Fraud in U.S.
history ($300,000,000 plus), represented Kenneth Thenen, one of the founders of Premium
Sales, during three and a half years of civil, forfeiture, bankruptcy and SEC litigation
including class action law suits. Also represented Mr. Thenen during plea negotiations
which resolved his criminal case, before the Honorable T. K. Hurley, United States District
Judge.
20. Banco Industrial de Venezuela v. Credit Suisse, et al, A six week trial in this civil
RICO and forfeiture case involving allegations of money laundering and fraud was tried
before the Honorable K. Michael Moore, United States District Judge. Defended an officer
of Credit Suisse. Plaintiffs sought $500,000,000 in damages but were awarded nothing.
Result has been affirmed on appeal. Nothing was forfeited. Defeated attempts to bring
criminal charges.
21. United States v. Bernard Levy: United States District Court, Southern District of
Florida. Levy, a Certified Public Accountant from New York was indicted as a central figure
in the $100 million plus Cascade fraud, bank fraud, money laundering and forfeiture case.
Case resolved by negotiated plea to substantially reduced prison sentence, before
Honorable T. K. Hurley, United States District Judge.
EMPLOYMENT:
1972 - 1987: Associate then partner, Bierman, Sonnett, Shohat & Sale, P.A., an
eight lawyer firm specializing in criminal and immigration law.
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1987 - present: Senior partner of Bierman, Shohat, Loewy & Klein, P.A., a six lawyer
firm specializing in criminal law.
TEACHING AND LECTURING:
Adjunct Professor of Law, Immigration and Nationality, University of Miami School of
Law, 1976-1984.
Adjunct Professor of Law, Advanced Federal Criminal Practice Seminar, University
of Miami School of Law, 1986-87.
Faculty Member and co-sponser: April 2002 and April 2003, University of Miami,
Center for Ethics and Public Service and Florida Bar, Ethics Seminar; Florida Bar Mid -
Winter Meeting, Criminal Law Section, Advanced Federal Practice Seminars, 2002,2003;
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers Seminar, Defense Magic for the
Millennium, New Orleans, La. February 23-26, 2000; Louisiana Criminal Defense Lawyers
Association, All That Jazz Seminar, New Orleans, La., April 24-29, 2000; 1995, Florida
Public Defenders Association, Trial With Stylex Conference, Miami, Florida, December
1996; 1996, Law Education Institute, Criminal Law Seminar, Vail, Colorado, Jan. 1996;
1988 "Super Stars in Criminal Defense Seminar," Atlanta Bar Association, Atlanta,
Georgia; 1985 "Super Stars in Criminal Defense Seminar," Atlanta Bar Association,
Atlanta, Georgia; 1987 "Criminal Defense Seminar," National Organization for the Reform
of Marijuana Laws, Key West, Florida; 1987 "Seminar on Trial Tricks and Tactics," Georgia
Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and Georgia Bar Association, Atlanta, Georgia;
1987 "Seminar on Criminal Defense," National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers,
Austin, Texas; 1980, 1981, 1982, and 1986 Ski Seminars, Florida Criminal Defense
Attorneys Association, Lake Tahoe, California and Colorado; 1978, Florida Bar Immigration
and Naturalization Law Seminar, Fort Lauderdale, Florida; 1980, 1981, and 1982 South
Florida Chapter, Association of Immigration and Nationality Lawyers, Immigration and
Naturalization Law Seminars, Miami, Florida; Faculty Member 1985 and 1986, Sixth and
Seventh Annual Investment Planning Conferences, University of Miami, Coral Gables,
Florida.
Served as legal analyst for local CBS affiliate on O. J. Simpson case. Appeared on
Larry King Live, CNN Crossfire and other national broadcasts as criminal law expert.
PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS AND SERVICE:
Member, Dade County, Federal and American Bar Associations; National
Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers; Fellow, American Board of Criminal Lawyers;
Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers; Miami Chapter, Florida Association of
Criminal Defense Lawyers; Association of Immigration and Nationality Lawyers; and South
Florida Chapter, Association of Immigration and Nationality Lawyers.
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OFFICES HELD:
President, Florida Criminal Defense Attorneys Association, 1987-1988; Vice -
President, Florida Criminal Defense Attorneys Association, 1986-1987; Board of Directors,
Florida Criminal Defense Attorneys Association, 1983-1985. Vice President and Board of
Directors, American Board of Criminal Lawyers, 1987-1999. President, Association of
Immigration and Nationality Lawyers, South Florida Chapter, 1982-1983. Vice President,
Association of Immigration and Nationality Lawyers, South Florida Chapter, 1980-1981.
Member, Board of Directors, Dade County Bar Association, 1983-1984. Vice President,
University of Miami Law Alumni Association, 1982-1986. Board of Directors, University of
Miami Law Alumni Association, 1990-Present. Member, Building Committee, University of
Miami School of Law, 1988. Chairman, Attorney's Division, Greater Miami Jewish Federa-
tion, 1982-1983. Chairman, Judicial Reception, Attorneys Division, Greater Miami Jewish
Federation, 1985-1986.
Teresa Zorrilla Clark
1800 SW 15 Street
Miami, F133145
(305) 856-6136
(305) 772-0141
Biographical Summary
Teresa Zorrilla Clark, a resident of Miami for more than forty years and
widow of the late Mayor, Stephen P. Clark.
Mother of two daughters and grandmother of four children; businesswoman
and community activist, she has been able to maintain the perfect balance
between public and private life.
After managing and operating the family business Clark Travel and Tours
for more than twenty years and retiring, Ms. Zorrilla started a new career of
public service, joining the staff of City of Miami Commissioner Joe
Sanchez.
Long active in professional organizations as well as in community service,
Ms. Zorrilla is a founding member of the Women's Chamber of Commerce
of South Florida, founding member of the Miami -Dade Women's Park, past
president of the Hispanic Heritage Council and has served on the board of
the Sister Cities Council of Miami -Dade, the Hispanic Board of the
American Cancer Society, City of Miami Community Relations Board, just
to mention a few.
Has received awards such as "Floridana" by the Cuban Women's Club,
Hispanic Heritage Council, City of Hope, American Cancer Society, Hands
in Action, Women American ORT, Order of Ahepa, ASTA, Spain Ministry
of Tourism, and Miami -Dade County Commission among many.
Educated at the Convent of the Sacred Heart and Eastern School of Tourism
Management, Ms. Zorrilla is a world traveler, fluent in English, Spanish and
French.
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REV. JOSE E. HERNAN,DEZ, DOCTOR OR O1 MJNISTRIES
Commander for Miami - Dade Department of Corrections
&
Founder/Executive Director of South Florida Jail Ministries & Agape Women's Center
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Rev. Jose E. Rezxnandez was born. in Cuba and at the age of eight moved to Miami with his family.
Through a series of life experiences, he dedicated his life to serving God when he was seventeen
years old.
In 1981 he was selected as the Chaplain for Metro Dade Corrections & Rehabilitation Department.
Currently, his work at the Department of Corrections encompasses five correctional facilities and
more than 130, 0000 inmates axmually.
Rev. Hernandez was promoted from Chaplain to Religious Coordinator for the Metro Dade
Corrections & Rehabilitation Department in 1983.
In addition to South Florida Jail Ministries, Dr. Hernandez has founded other community -oriented
programs including a multiethnic, non -denomination movement entitled "We are One" and, the
Agape Wornen's Center, a residential recovery center for female substance abusers. Dr. Hernandez
has served as Agape's Executive Director since its beginning in 1984. Agape has grown to seven
programs throughout Dade County serving over 400 individuals a year.
Dr. Hernandez has received national recognition from the National Association of Counties for his
work with the jail ministries, serve as Co -Chair for the religious task force to rebuild South Dade
churches, a "We Will :Rebuild" committee. Presently Dr. Hernandez serves on the boards of several
community agencies including Miami Coalition For A Drug Free . Community which he Co -Chairs
with Rabbi Schif
In 1999 Dr. Hernandez was once again promoted this time from Religious Coordinator to
Commander of the Miami Dade Corrections & Rehabilitation Department Chaplaincy Services
Bureau.
Today, Dr. Hernandez, through a tenacious commitment to God and to his Community, continues in.
the deadly war against drug and crime in our society.
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Education:
Experience:
1999-Present:
1984-Present
1983-Present
REVEREND JOSE E. HERNANDEZ, D. MIN.
12901 Auralia Road
North. Miami, Florida 33181
Doctorate - Ministries / Programs - South Florida Theological Seminary
MA, Divinity - South Florida Theological Seminary
BA, Theology, Florida Bible College
Certified Instructor - Training Academy of South Florida
Pastor, Chaplain, Religious Coordinator Missionary, Community Spiritual Leader
and Commander
Commander, Metro Dade County Corrections & Rehabilitation Department.
Responsible for establishing and developing the Policy and Procedures of Bureau
Activities, Oversee Bureau Supervisory staff and volunteer force. Meet monthly with
Unit Supervisors. Review Educational/Vocational programming. Conduct weekly
staff meetings. Meet with Division Chief Review daily incoming memorandums and
disseminate to Miami Dade County staff Attend Departmental meetings as needed.
Attend conunuaity board meetings. Prepare written responses for Division Directors.
Provide weekly Bureau updates. Prepare statistical reports. Develop Post Orders.
Comiplete performance evaluations. Assist in revising Departmental Standard
Operating Procedures. Supervise the development of newsletters, brochures and.
program. descriptions. Supervise the development of volunteer outreach and training.
Attend facility board meetings. Attend inmate Advisory Board meetings. Attend
training's Conduct investigations (PC, Internet). Attend Inmate 11Velihre Committee
meetings. Provide adtzistratiive maon eanent and guidance for the centralized
volunteer screening and approval process. Ensure that volunteers are properly
trained for their assir,ments. Manage, through subordinate employees, additional
aspects of 'volunteer inanement, such as, recruitment and appreciation activities,
Provide administrative oversight and management of the Chaplain's Certification
Program.
Executive Director, Founder of Agape 'omen's Home. The Agape Women's Home
is a residential 60 bed, Drug and Alcohol Treatment Center for women. 'Ibis
program has been. a tremendous success in the rehabilitation and spiritual
regeneration of women.
Executive Director, Founder of South Florida Jail Ministries, Inc.
Responsible for the Ministry and supervise the different programs through the
directors in charge. of each of the ministries. Founded SFJM in 1983, developed the
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program to the point that it won the National Association of Counties Award, in
1987 as one of the best community program in the nation.
1983-1999 Religious Coordinator, Miami Dade County Corrections & Rehabilitation
Department.
1981-1999 Chaplain, Miami Dade County Corrections & Rehabilitation Department..
Community Service: Founder and Executive Director/Board Member. South Florida Jail
Ministries, Inc.
Board Member/Past President of Transitions, inc.
Board Member Alternatives to incarceration
Board Member of the Miami Dade County for a Drug Free Community
Member of South Florida Baptist Council
Metuber of "The Florida Faith Based Association"
Affiliated vvrth: Black 11Tnisters Council and Hispanic Ministers
Association
Co -Chair of the Religious Task Force for the Miami Dade County for a Drug
Free Community
Distinctions:
Founder, " We are One", A multiethnic movement to unite the various ethnic
and religious groups in Dade County.
Held three marches in Miami with over three thousand people in attendance
from various groups.
Organized Pastor's Retreat with eighty Pastors and their wives at Downtown
Miami. The event was sponsored by the Miami Herald and other various
groups.
Organized rallies, marches and like events keeping with the theme of
multiethnic, church, and community unification.
As a result of the "We are One" program, proclamations from the cities of
Opa-Loeka, Miami Beach, Hialeah, City of Miami, Miami Dade County
Board of the County Commission were presented. Among the distinctions
presented was the Key for the seventeen years of service for the Miami Dade
County Cormnunities Board of the County Commission.
Guest on a variety of Television and Radio Shows.
Host of the "We Are One" radio show.
Co -Chair of Hurricane "We will Rebuild" efforts to rebuild religious
institutions destroyed by hurricane Andrew.
Organized religious organi7ation's efforts for the Department of Corrections,
which culminated in extensive rehabilitation ofhundreds of inmate and their
�av�iliPs.
Life Experience: Coached: Little. River Elementary School
Leader: Bible Club at Little River Elementary School
Pastor.: For three years at lglecia Christiana Espana, Miami, Florida
Missionary: Granada, Spain for three years. Began a Christian Fellowship
with college students.
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Commander of Miami Dade County Corrections & Rehabilitation
Department, Chaplaincy Services Bureau.
Chaplain of the Mkanii Dade County Corrections and Rehabilitation Marriage
Counselor
Department
Pastor
Teacher
Counselor
Outside Interests: Health and Fitness, Coxruxiunity Unification, Church Development, Family
Empowerment and Conference Speaker.
Referees:
Available upon request.
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CITY OF MIAMI — CRB
NOMINATING COMMITTEE (01-23-06)
RECOMMENDATION TO THE COMMISSIONERS
COMMISSIONER
APPLICANT
OPTION 1
OPTION 2
OPTION 3
Tomas Regalado
District 4
Brenda Shapiro
Brenda Shapiro
Jennifer Vazquez
Pola Reyburd
BRENDA BERNSTEIN SHAPIRO, ESQ.
44 West Flagler Street, Suite 2100
Miami, Florida 33130
(305) 577-3861 (Tel)
(305) 577-4551 (Fax)
PROFESSIONAL STATEMENT:
My practice is limited to Family Law including dissolution of marriage, post -dissolution proceedings, settlement
enforcement, modification of support and custody, grandparent visitation, and drafting of ante -nuptial
agreements. I argued before the Supreme Court of Florida on the constitutionality of the grandparent visitation
statute. My early practice included commercial litigation, insurance, condominium law and employment
discrimination.
LEGAL EXPERIENCE:
LAW OFFICES OF BRENDA B. SHAPIRO, LLC (AV), 2004 - present
SHAPIRO & KATZ, LLC, Miami, Florida. Senior Partner (AV), 2002-2003
LAW OFFICES OF BRENDA BERNSTEIN SHAPIRO, 1994 - 2002
ELSER, GREENE & HODOR, P.A., Miami, Florida. Associate, 1992-1994.
MANZINI & ASSOCIATES, P.A., Miami, Florida. Law clerk and litigation associate, 1990-1992.
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS:
The Florida Bar, admitted 1991, member Family Law Section. American Bar Association, member Family Law
Section. Florida Association for Women Lawyers, member. Dade County Bar Association, member Family Law
Committee, Schools Committee, Committee on Professionalism. American Inns of Court, First Family Law
Chapter, Founding Director of the Collaborative Family Lawyers Institute.
COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS:
American Civil Liberties Union, member. American Jewish Committee, member. City of Miami Citizens
Investigative Panel, member. City of Miami Community Relations Board, Chair. Temple Israel of Greater Miami,
Advisory Board. Pine Manor College, Board of Trustees.
OTHER EXPERIENCE:
American Jewish Committee, Miami, Florida
Assistant Area Director, 1973-1978.
Area Director, State of Florida, 1978-1981.
SPB Associates, Inc., Miami, Florida
Managing Partner. 1981-1987.
Founding Director, MetroBank of Dade County, 1982-1996.
EDUCATION:
University of Miami School of Law, J.D. (1990).
University of Miami, B.A. (1972).
Pine Manor College, (1958).
Jennifer Vasquez
2280 SW 32` d Ave. #512
Miami, FL 33129
(305) 342-2461
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Ability to provide excellent customer service, excellent interpersonal skills, team player, able to work
in diverse environments.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Windows 2000, Adobe, AM Administrator,
Internet, Outlook, typing 58 wpm, Photoshop, PeopleSoft, Spreadsheets, Publisher.
• Initiative and Drive for Results: Ability to act independently and resourcefully. Ability to adjust to
multiple demands and shifting priorities. Self-starter.
• Analysis and Problem Solving: Ability to make critical decisions based on systematic analysis of
quantitative & qualitative data.
• Experienced in coordinating, development, planning and executing events.
• Excellent Research Skills
OBJECTIVE:
Seeking a new and exciting a career change that will allow me to advance professionally.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
Florida International University — Office of Research Miami, FL
Grants Coordinator 06/2005-present
• Grant and proposal review meet deadlines for Government and Non -Government Organizations
• Work with financials, resolving issues with all departments in Arts & Sciences
• Input information in database for grants
• Review budgets for proposals to be submitted to Agencies
Florida International University — College of Law Miami, FL
Assistant to Associate Dean 05/2003 — 06/2005
• ABA Accreditation project researching course descriptions, numbering and credits. Assisted in the
Provisional Accreditation of Law School.
• Performed administrative tasks, grade distribution reports, ordering books for faculty, editing course
evaluation reports, proctoring exams, scheduling meetings with senior administrators and research.
Utilized computer programs extensively (Word, Access, PowerPoint, Lotus Notes and internet).
• Worked as a liaison for students, public and the Deans. Organization of office with new filing system.
SunTrust Bank — Private Client Services Miami, FL
PCS Specialist lI 10/2001-4/2003
• Assisted PCS Manager in daily projects to improve service to top-notch clients and improve the
organization in the department. Reorganized client Wes, archive closed accounts, and keeping track of
client interactions.
• Conducted relationship management projects involving top-notch clients. Updated reports in
relationship management. Daily administrative duties including communicating with clients on daily
basis (via e-mail, mail, and telephone), account transfers, wires, maintain checking accounts, bill
paying. Monthly expense reports, scheduling meetings with clients and memos.
Department of Defense — Office of Naval Research Washington, D.C.
Human Resources Assistant 8/98-5/2001
• Assisted Human Resources Specialists on projects
• Conducted research on Naval capabilities, federal laws and restrictions on implementing programs.
• Conducted research for presentations, spreadsheets and data for issues on diversity and training at
ONR. Made travel arrangements to attend training seminars and conferences.
EDUCATION:
George Mason University Fairfax, VA 1996-2001
Bachelor of Arts Degree (Integrated) — International Relations and Government
Florida International University Miami, FL 2003-present GPA: 3.33
Masters of Arts Degree — Latin American & Caribbean Studies Graduation Date: 08/2006
VOLUNTEER/ORGANIZATIONS:
• United Nations Association — Vice President of National Chapter in Washington, D.C.
• United Nations Association of Greater Miami, Director of Projects & Outreach Programs
[Created Newsletter and website, organized first film festival, World AIDS Day Form and other
events, developing major projects in conjunction to Millennium Goals including promoting
development education and health in Latin America]
• Hands On Miami
• War Child — Helped Organize events to raise funds for children in war conflicted areas
• Miami International Film Festival — Media Relations
Pola Reydburd
3000 SW 3rd Avenue (608)
Miami, FL 33129
Phone (305) 798-8924 - Fax (305) 860-8094
pola@mlamintelligence.orq
December 12, 2005
Ms. Ada Rojas
Office of Community Relations
444 SW 2nd Avenue
10th floor
Miami, FL 33130
Dear Ms. Rojas:
As I recently moved to the City of Miami, I would like to submit my application for
the Community Relations Board. As you can see from the enclosed resume, I
have always devoted some of my free time to serving the community, even back
in Colombia, my native country.
I chaired the City of Miami Commission on the Status of Women (I have enclosed
a copy of the newsletter that I edited as well as of the brochure that was created
at the time). In that position, I felt it was important to involve women who
represent the diversity of the City of Miami and, therefore, worked with the
Commissioners to identify and include two Haitian women as members of the
Commission. For the past five years, I have served as Chairperson of the City of
Miami Beach Art in Public Places Committee.
I believe that my professional skills, my bilingual skills, my multicultural experiences
and my motivation to serve the community qualify me to be appointed to the City of
Miami Community relations Board.
If additional information is required, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Much
ias!
Pola Reydbur
POLA REYDBURD
2000 S. Dixie Highway, Suite 110
Miami, FL 33133
Phone (305) 798-8924. Fax (305) 860-8094
polarey@juno.com
CAREER SUMMARY
Writer and Editor of Publications. Management and Leadership Skills applied to
Cultural Institutions and Community Service Agencies. Grant Writing and Fund
Raising. Logistics and Event Planner. Professional Development, Leadership Skills
and Organizational Training Facilitator. Translator. Fluent in English, Spanish, and
French. Computer Literate.
EDUCATION
MA, Educational Leadership and Administration, University of Alabama
International Program, 1983.
BA with Honors* (English major, Philosophy minor), Southern Illinois University,
Carbondale, IL, 1966.
ADMINISTRATIVE/MANAGERIALEXPERIENCE (Partial List)
MIAMlntelligence Lecture Series
Miami Beach Sister Cities International Coordinating Council
The Miami Beach Garden Conservancy, Inc.
Freelance Grant Writer and Projects Coordinator, since 1999.
• Researched and wrote grant applications (over $1,000.000 in awards)
• Organized cultural exchange programs with Japan.
• Produced Latin American Sister Cities Week and Japan Week.
• Developed and coordinated educational and cultural programs.
The Bakehouse Art Complex
Executive Director, January 1996 - October 1997.
• Administered rental facility (60+ studios); supervised renovation and construction.
• Wrote 20+ grant proposals and administered funds awarded.
• Coordinated Exhibitions Committee and The Children's Workshop Program.
• Established joint programs with cultural groups and social service agencies.
• Media relations, board development, fundraising, and membership program.
University of Miami, Graduate School of International Studies (GSIS).
Executive Assistant to the Associate Dean, June 1991 - May 1995.
• Organized three International Conferences.
• Translated, edited and wrote publications.
• Supervised grant budget and conducted independent research projects.
• Administered the M.A. and Ph.D. Comprehensive Exam process.
* As Pola Lechter
B'nai B'rith International (the world's largest volunteer Jewish organization)
Executive Director, District 23 (Caribbean) 1984 -1988.
• Coordinated activities of 21 volunteer groups (1600 members) in seven countries.
• Liaison with Washington office of B'nai B'rith International
• Liaison with New York Office of Anti -Defamation League
• Edited monthly bulletin and quarterly newsletter in English and Spanish.
• Conducted leadership training programs
• Managed Artists' and Speakers' Bureau.
• Developed ecumenical programs with Christian groups.
• Managed District budget and supervised fund-raising campaigns.
• Created an International Children's Art Contest for Jewish New Year card designs.
• Directed exchange programs for international youth groups.
COMMUNITY SERVICE (Partial List)
Chairperson, Art in Public Places Committee, City of Miami Beach, 2000 - 2005.
Chairperson, Commission on the Status of Women, City of Miami, 1995 - 1998.
Member Hispanic Affairs Committee, City of Miami Beach, 1995 —1997.
Logistics and Events Committee, MIAMI CENTENNIAL' 96, 1995-1996.
Board of Directors, Women's Business Development Center at FIU, 1994.
Member, Board of Directors, Museo de Arte Modemo LA TERTULIA, Cali, Colombia.
1980-1990.
COMMUNITY SERVICE DETAIL
City of Miami Commission on the Status of Women (MCSW)
Chair, since April 1995; Member since August 1992.
• Newsletter Editor, MIAMI WOMEN (quarterly; circulation, 2500).
• Co -Chair, MIAMI CENTENNIAL '96 WOMEN'S HALL OF FAME: IN JULIA'S
FOOTSTEPS.
• Researcher and Presenter of three educational programs (WLRN) for MIAMI
WOMEN TV SERIES.
"Plastic Surgery and Self -Esteem"
"Eating Disorders and Beauty Stereotypes"
"Lessons in Dying"
• Organizing Committee, Annual Convention of National Association of
Commissions for Women, July 10-14, 1996.
• MCSW Representative to local, state and national community groups.
• Facilitator, Leadership Training and Goal -Setting Workshops.
• Promoted community awareness campaigns.
• Created Educational Training Seminars for City of Miami female employees.
Letters of reference and copies of publications available upon request.
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lobbying arm to all agencies involved in tfie violence ►ssue a Means'to 'connect"with the media and
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8: 30 a.m.
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9 a.m.
Greeting by Debra Weiss Goodstone,
Conference Chair.
10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Three workshops to formulate a Blueprint
for a Non -Violent Miami. Each workshop
will be led by a panel of experts headed
by a moderator.
* VIOLENCE IN THE HOME
Judge Cindy Lederman Moderator
Anita Bock HRS Administrator, Dist. 11
(to join afternoon session)
Joan Farr
Dir., Dade Co. Office of Family & Victim Services
Theresa Homer
Govemor's Task Force Against Domestic Violence
(Other panelists to be announced)
Crystal Griggs Panel Coordinator
* VIOLENCE IN THE SCHOOLS
Janet McAliley
Dade County School Board Member / Moderator
Viviana Bermudez Dept. of Crisis Intervention
Capt. Lurine Mack Regional I Div. of School Police
Dr. Marilyn Neff Supt. of Management & Accountability
J. C. Quinones Non -Violent Project, Inc.
Christina Zawisza, Esq. Attorney
Bonnie Askowitz Panel Coordinator
* VIOLENCE IN THE STREETS
Katherine Fernandez Rundle
Dade Co. State Attorney / Moderator
Randy B. Alfred Counselor, Dade Co. Public Schools
Sgt. Eunice Cooper Miami Police Dept.
A representative from Non -Violent Project, Inc.
(Other panelists to be announced)
Regina Berman Panel Coordinator
12 noon - 1:45 p.m.
KEYNOTE ADDRESS LUNCHEON
Introduction, Pola Reydburd, Chair, City
of Miami Commission on the Status of
Women. (First Lady Hillary Rodham
Clinton has been invited.)
2 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Each of the three workshops resumes to
discuss the Blueprint on the basis of the
morning's proceedings and to propose con-
crete plans and finalize the Blueprint.
3: 30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Time allotted for participants to visit exhib-
its. Sharon Taylor, University of Miami,
Logistics Chair.
4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Plenary session (with all participants) to
unveil the proposed Blueprint to the media
and for each participant to sign the docu-
ment. Sonia Yahr-Schneider and Marie
Rosy Toussaint, M.D., BlueprintCo-Chairs.
SOME OF THE 200 WOMEN'S GROUPS, SERVICE, CIVIC AND
RELIGIOUS ORGANIZATIONS SUPPORTING THIS NON —VIOLENCE PROJECT:
Adlai Stevenson Democratic Women's Club of Fla. • A Woman's
Place (Mental Health Assoc.) • Adrian Dominican Sisters, Fla.
Mission Chapter • The Alliance of the Unitarian -Universalist
Society • American Assoc. of University Women (Ft. Lauderdale &
Miami branches) • American Businesswomen's Assoc., Tropic
Shores Chapter • Assoc. of Commercial Real Estate Women • The
Bakehouse Art Complex • Barry University • Bay Shore Lutheran
Church • Biscayne Woman's Club of North Dade Co. • Calvary
Church "Love Against Violence" • Camillus House, Inc. • Child
Assault Prevention (CAP) Project of S. Fla. • Christian Community
Service Agency • Cinderella Club of Miami • City of Hialeah
Gardens • City of Miami Commission on the Status of
Women • City of Miami Police Dept. • Coalition of Hispanic
American Women • Community Coalition for Women's History,
Inc. • Community Outreach Center • Coral Gables Baptist
Church • Cutler Ridge Women's Club • Dade Business &
Professional Women's Club • Dade Co. Coalition Against Domestic
Violence • Dade Co. Commission on the Status of Women • Dade
Co. Judge Marilyn Milian • Dade Co. Judge Victoria Sigler • Dade
Co. League of Cities, Inc. • Dade Co. State Attomey Katherine
Fernandez Rundle • Damas Episcopates, Iglesia de Todas Los
Santos • DCPSIUTD Gender Equity Network • Delta Sigma Theta
Sorority, Miami Alumnae Chapter • Democratic Power • Diario De
La Mujer • El Portal Woman's Club • Family Resource Center of
Dade Co., Inc. • Feminist Alternative Press • First Hungarian United
Church of Christ • Fla. International University Women's Center •
Fla. International University Women's Studies Center • Fla. State
Rep. Annie Betancourt • Fla. State Rep. Jorge Rodriguez-
Chomat • Fla. Martin L. King, Jr., Institute for Non -Violence • Fla.
Women in Government • Florida Women in Law Enforcement •
Girl Scout Council of Tropical Fla., Inc. • Guardian Ad Litem
Program of Dade Co. • Hadassah-Chai Chapter • Haitian United
Methodist Mission • Haitian Women of Miami, Inc. • Hands in
Action/Manos en Accion • Health Foundation of S. Fla. • Hialeah
Citizens' Crime Watch • Hialeah -Miami Springs Business &
Professional Women's Organization • Hispanic Women's Leadership
Alliance • Holy Redeemer Episcopal Church • Holy Spirit Episcopal
Church • Homestead Jr. Women's Club • Hope Lutheran
Church • Jewish Women International • The Junior League of
Miami, Inc. • Metro -Dade Advocates for Victims .
(Safespace) • Metro -Dade Commissioner Katy Sorenson • Metro -
Dade Dept. of Justice System Support • Metro -Dade Women's
Assoc. • Metropolitan Community Church of South Beach • Miami
Beach Commission on the Status of Women • Miami Beach
Commissioner Nancy Liebman • Miami Beach Housing
Authority • Miami Dade Community College, Wolfson Campus •
The Miami Woman's Club • Mujer • Mujeres Unidas • Na'Amat
USA • Nat'l. Assoc. of Attorneys Against Domestic Abuse,
Inc. • National Assoc. of Cuban -American Women • National
Assoc. of Women Business Owners • National Conference of
Puerto Rican Women • National Council of Jewish Women, Greater
Miami • National Self -Defense Institute • New Covenant Presbyte-
rian Church • New Women's Entrepreneur Center, Inc. • Nine to
Five National Assoc. of Working Women, S. Fla. • N6rth Dade
Community Church • North Miami Beach Commission on the
Status of Women • North Miami National Organization for Women
(N.O.W.) • North Miami Woman's Club • Peace Education
Foundation • People's Network • Planned Parenthood of Greater
Miami, Inc. • Presbyterian Women of First Presbyterian Church of
Miami • Redeemer Lutheran Church • Rising Women of South
Florida Magazine • St. Mark's Lutheran Church of Coral
Gables • The Sex Health Education (S.H.E.) Center • Soroptomist
International of Homestead • Sunset Chapel Assembly of
God • Sunset Christian Academy • The Sunshine Cathedral •
Sweetwater Vice Mayor Cecelia Alonso • Tropical Federal Credit
Union • United Church of Leisure City • United Protestant
Appeal • U.S. Rep. Came Meek • U.S. Rep. Ileana Ros-
Lehtinen • University of Miami Knight Center • University of Miami
N.O.W. • Voters Council of North Miami Beach, Inc. • West Miami
Mayor Rebeca Sosa • Women Are Wonderful, Inc. • Women in
Communicatons • Women of Miami Beach • The Women's
Business Development Center at Fla. International University • The
Women's Chamber of Commerce • The Woman's Club of Coconut
Grove • Women's Committee of 100 • Women's Council of
Realtors • Women's Fund of Dade Co. • Women's Resource &
Counseling Center, Inc. • Working CapitaVPartners for Self -
Employment • Working Women, Local 1184 • YWCA of Greater
Miami & Dade Co., Inc. • Zeta Phi Beta Sorority
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The City of Miami
2600 South Bayshore Drive, Miami, Florida 33133
Phone: (305) 579-3473
HOLD THE DATE:
MARCH 8, 1996
International Women's Day
Women Connecting 1996 - 2096
Let's make a promise to the women of the
future: We will make our city a non-violent
place to live for you and for your children!
The City of Miami Commission on
the Status of Women, working with
women's organizations in South Florida,
wants to take our community into the next
Century. The focus will be on non -violence
and thc promotion of projects (i.e. deeds,
not just words) which will be undertaken
together to improve our community and
our world.
Join us to have a special place in our his-
tory as you sign your name to the message
to be placed in the Centennial Time
Capsule, not to be opened for 100 years.
Watch for details!
CONGRATULATIONS
Debra Weiss Goodstone was named Chair
of thc Board of Governors for the Bankers
Club of Miami. She is past president of the
Florida Association of Women Lawyers.
Crystal Griggs was selected as a winner
in the 1995 Southern Sunshine Video
Festival Awards for the program Domestic
Violence... Zero Tolerance. There were 160
entries for the Festival's Second Annual
Awards.
Danielle Webb, MCSW Vice Chair, has
been elected Metro -Dade Fire Board Vice
Chair, and her mother, Margot Webb, will
be Queen of the Moon Over Miami Ball
during the Miami Beach Art Deco
Weekend (January 12-15, 1996) honoring
the cultural and artistic contributions of
African -Americans to thc Art Deco era.
CELEBRATING JULIA TUTTLE
AND THE WOMEN OF MIAMI
Editorial - Pola Reydburd
Everyone has heard the name, but to most it brings to mind the Causeway that joins
Miami Bcach to Miami. Who was Julia Tuttle? Where did she come from? Why is she
being hailed as the Founder of Miami? These are the questions that have engaged Arva
Moore Parks, thc distinguished historian who has researched thc lift and deeds of the
woman who foundcd Miami.
Ms. Parks, along with Vivian Donnell Rodriguez from Metro -Dade Art in Public
Places, Sonia Tahr-Schneider, and Jean Whipple have joined Monna Lights, Elizabeth
H. Kaynor and the MCSW Executive Committee to develop the Centennial'96
Women's Hall of Fame: In Julia's Footsteps project. Turn to page three and discov-
er some fascinating facets of Julia Tuttle's character.
These have been busy times as the MCSW Community Action Committees begin
their activities. Child Advocacy presented thc findings of a survey conducted at thc NET
Centers and, based on the information collected, is planning Parenting Skills Workshops
for Teen Mothers. The Domestic Violence Committee scheduled a Workshop for NET
Center staff, including Administrators, Police Aides, and Fire Department Personnel
(see page four for details). We attended the Pavilion Dedication in The Women's Park,
where we had the opportunity to listen to Rep. Ileana Ros-Lebtinen and to present a
City of Miami proclamation to the Park's Founders.
Rep. Ros-
Lchtinen and
MCSW members
Domestic
Violence
Workshop
At one of the At the Table meetings sponsored by The White House Office for
Women's Initiatives and Outreach, women leaders from the community met with
Shirley Robinson Watkins, Deputy Assistant Secretary, Marketing and Regulatory
Programs, U.S. Department of Agriculture. These dialogues, which are being conduct-
ed across the country, center on issues that directly impact women and their Families and
will provide input for policy -makers in the White House.
We have wonderful plans and great hopes for 1996. Join us as we celebrate Julia
Tuttle and all the women who have contributed to make Miami, The Magic City.
MIAMI
WOMEN
Winter '96
Page 2
VICE MAYOR WIFREDO (WILLY) GORT
by Crystal Griggs
Miami City Vice Mayor Wifredo (Willy) Gort was
born in Havana, Cuba. He left the country whcn he was
13 years old, and his family lived in New York for 16
months bcforc moving to Miami. He had many problems
at the first school he attended: there was no bilingual edu-
cation or any assistance for recent immigrants, and he was
expelled. But at Shenandoah Jr. High, a teacher worked
closely with him and got him involved in sports and vol-
unteer work in the community. That great tcachcr madc a difference in his life! Hc
joined thc Boys Club, graduatcd from Miami High School and went to thc National
Guard for six years.
Hc worked with his father, a famous photographer, from 1960 to 1980. Onc of thc
things his father taught him was that you start at thc bottom and learn thc business, so
hc followed his advicc. In 1980, hc became Executive Dircctor of thc Downtown
Miami Business Association; hc had bccn Executive Director of thc Littic Havana
Development Authority. Hc currently owns a company that docs public and corporate
finance.
Vicc Mayor Gort has bccn happily married for 33 years and has thrcc daughtcrs;
everything thcy plan or do thcy do as a family. Many people had askcd him why hc had
not run for office bcforc and thc reason was that his family was not rcady for it. Thc last
time thcrc was an opening, hc checked with his family and thcy said "Let's go for it."
Hc is vcry proud of his girls, his family. Thc Vicc Mayor has brokcn the record (80%) of
appointing womcn to scrvc in thc community. Hc has donc so bccausc "they wcrc qual-
ificd and interested in scrving." Hc fccls vcry strongly about womcn's issucs. As hc usu-
ally says, "Why not? I havc three daughtcrs, a wifc, a mothcr."
For him, the biggest problcm in thc City is socio-cconomic: many pcoplc arc getting
married bcforc thcy arc ready; thcy havc financial problcms, and this creates a crisis that
is made worse whcn thcy havc children. Hc thinks that "We should educate the com-
munity, especially young people, about having childrcn and thc responsibility of bcing
parents." He also believes that childrcn exposed to Domestic Violcncc arc thc future
batterers and criminals. Thc solution for this problcm is getting involved and working
together.
His commitments to his constituents are:
1. He will continuc to bc approachable.
2. All neighborhoods should havc the same standards and receive the same services.
3. There should bc no discrimination, in any program, duc to a person's sex, racc, or
cthnic origin.
4. Create programs for single parents who arc hcad of houscholds.
5. Make thc City of Miami one of the most important citics of the world.
A special message for thc MCSW: "First, I would likc to thank you for thc fine job
you havc done and thc important message you scnd to thc community. Plcasc continuc
to educate womcn, not only about thcir rights but also about parcnthood and other vital
issucs. I think that the work you do is vcry important, and thc City should always sup-
port your goals. Personally, I am always here to help you."
MIAMI
WOMEN
JULIA TUTTLE - THE FOUNDER OF MIAMI:
A FACT SHEET
Sonia 7ahr-Schneider
Julia Tuttle
Winter '96
Page 3
I have had a new inspiration regarding the future of Miami and I want to tell it to you...don't laugh at my predications, for I feel
sure they will come true. All these years I have had but one thought...to see Miami grow to one of the largest, if not the largest in all
the southland. I have had many discouragements...but the one thought and belief that at some future time these dreams of Miami's
greatness would prove true had urged me on during all these years. Miami will be one of thcgreatest and most important cities, finan-
cially, commercially and residentially as well as the most important deep water port in all the southland.
These arc the words of Julia Tuttle, a woman with a vision, who saw in the underdeveloped and isolated wilderness of South Florida,
a thriving and prosperous city. Julia's spirit, her ingenuity, her business acumen, her political savvy, and her tenacious dedication to
achieving her vision arc responsible for the existence of Miami as a city.
1849 Julia Sturtevant is bom in Cleveland, Ohio.
1867 Julia marries Frederick Leonard Tuttle who owned a successful ironworks business in Cleveland. Her husband's business suf-
fers reversals and whcn he dies, in 1886, she is left penniless. Yet, she turns her mansion into a boarding home and is able to
recoup her lifestyle within a few ycars.
1871 Julia's fathcr, who had visited Biscayne Bay the year before (with William Brickell) moves to the area and lives there for 10
years.
1875 Julia, along with her two children, visits her father in Florida.. She returns in 1880 and 1882.
1886 Julia's father dics and leaves her part -ownership of his Florida property.
1890 Julia visits Miami again, looking for a major land investment.
1891 Julia purchascs the 640-acre Fort Dallas tract, located on the north banks of the river, from the Bay Biscayne Company. Julia,
her daughter and her son "camc floating into Miami on a barge loaded with all their possessions." She writes to a friend in
Cleveland, "It may seem strange to you but it is a dream of my life to sec this wilderness turned into a prosperous country."
(P.
63)
1892 James Ingraham leads a group of men across the Everglades, from Ft. Myers to Miami, to study the possibility of bringing
thc railroad south. When this venture does not succeed, Julia turns to Henry Flagler. She goes to St. Augustine, where he had
just extended his railroad, to convince him to bring it to Miami.
1894 Hard freezes devastate thc old orange belt of Central and Northern Florida. Julia's vision, her parent's legacy, to develop a
thriving community south of the line of frost, is about to become reality. Julia sends Flagler orange blossoms to prove the
Biscayne Bay area was unaffected by the freeze.
1895 Flagler comes to Miami to see for himself and agrees to extend the railroad to Miami. Julia gives Flagler half of her land while
extracting several important concessions. He agrees to construct a hotel, within 18 months after the completion of the rail-
road, in such a manner that it does not interrupt a free vision of the Bay from her residence; to subdivide and plat into lots,
blocks...the remaining parts of Julia's land in such a manner that each of them would own alternate lots; to grade and make
streets; to allow Julia to use the Hotel's electricity for lighting her home residence, free ofcharge...; to connect her residence's
sewer lines to those of the hotel, and use them without charge; to connect her residence to the water system works constructed
for hotel use, and use the water from the hotel's water works for all of her residence's domestic purposes including bath, lawn,
garden and stable use, without charge.
1896 On April 13, the Florida East Coast Railroad to Miami is completed. The first train arrives with Hcnry Flagler and other dig-
nitaries, and, on April 15, the first scheduled train reaches Miami. On July 28, 1896, Miami is incorporated as a city, nine
months after the signing of the agreement between Flagler and Julia.
1898 In September, Julia dics unexpectedly. "Miamians were shocked and saddened. Stores closed, and hundreds of people fol-
lowed the funeral cortege to the Miami City Cemetery. Julia Tuttle, 'the mother of Miami', was the 12th person to be buried
in thc new cemetery" (p.78).
Information and quotes from Arva Moore Parks, The Magic City, Centennial Press, 1991.
MIAMI
WOMEN
Winter '96
Page 4
DEMYSTIFYING DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
Regina Berman
These are sobering facts - yet these statistics represent only reported cases. What are the real numbers? Those women who are
shamed, harassed, humiliated? Emotionally, psychologically and verbally threatened? Slapped, dragged by the hair, choked and kicked
- but who are afraid to speak up or seek medical assistance? Domestic violence is abusive and violent behavior within a relationship.
All abuse is a power imbalance between the victim and the offender who, most often, is male. But control is not only manifested
in physical violence; psychological tactics of control generate self-doubt and a loss of self-esteem that make the victim more dependent
on the abuser. Moreover, many social, cultural and religious values and beliefs interact in familial dynamics making women morc vul-
nerable to an ongoing abusive relationship.
Traditionally, women have been socialized into a role of passive dependence on men, but they are also caregivers responsible for
keeping the marriage together and preserving the two -parent home, at any cost, for the sake of the children. Victims face many obsta-
cles that prevent themfrom leaving a violent situation. Fear is often the major barrier as the threat of violence or death is a constant
consideration; her safety, the safcty of her children or those who might try to help her, as well as concern for the safcty of the offend-
er, might keep a woman from leaving an abusive relationship. There are also economic barriers; many women have been full-time
homemakers and do not have updated skills to enter the job market and day care is expensive, unreliable and often unsafe.
In an attempt to deal with these problems, the MCSW Domestic Violence Committee, chaired by Crystal Griggs, wants to put a
face to domestic violence. To empower women with knowledge. To change the "don't ask, don't tell" mentality. To understand vio-
lence and to undertake a proactive role in putting an end to it. To fulfill this mission, the Committee established the NET Centers
Initiative Program.
The first step provides the NET Centers staff with information about the resources available in our community to help families in
distress. To that end, a Workshop on "Demystifying Domestic Violence," was held on December 5, 1995. Cristina Benacb Fernandez,
NET Office Administrative Assistant, welcomed over 30 professionals from the City's NET Centers who heard presentations by:
Sue Chaffee, Project Coordinator, Haitian Family Services, Metro -Dade Department of justice Assistance.
Dr. Nancy Eklund, Medical Director, Center for Women's Medicine, South Miami Hospital.
Joan Farr, Director, Family and Victim Services, Office of Human Development, Metro -Dade Department of Human Resources.
Sergeant Jerry Green, City of Miami Police Department.
Sarah M. Lenett, M.S.M., Victim Services Analyst, Office of Victim Services, Office of the County Manager.
Shantam Martins, Ph.D., Men against Domestic Violence and Abuse.
Ivon Mesa, Interim Director, Domestic Violence Intake Operations, Administrative Office of the Courts/Eleventh Judicial
Circuit.
Mark Smith, Domestic Violence Division, State Attorney's Office.
Barbara Wade, Staff Services Assistant, City of Miami Department of Parks and Recreation.
All participants received a complete package of brochures and information from local organizations that offer services for victims of
Domestic Violence. Call MCSW at 579-3473 for a list of these resources.
4i
Cut here to ADD names to the MIAMI WOMEN mall Ilst
Commission on the
Status of Women
The City of Miami
2600 So. Bayshore Drive
Miami, Florida 33133
Winter '96
Name
Address
City/State/Zip
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PAID
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PERMIT NO. 03799
CITY OF MIAMI — CRB
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RECOMMENDATION TO THE COMMISSIONERS
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APPLICANT
OPTION 1
OPTION 2
OPTION 3
Michelle Spence -Jones
District 5
Andre Pierre
Andre Pierre
Sharon Johnson
Maritza Alvarez
Rev. Richard Bennett
Miguel Flores
Juanda Ferguson
Allan Murphy
DATE:
.ANDRE 1). PIERRE, P.A.
550 NIL 124 STREET
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33161
TEL.: (305) 893-011.0 FAX. (305) 8893-7499
January 22, 2004
FROM: Andre D. Pierre, :Esq.
TO: Ada
Re: Resume and profile
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you :re hereby notyied that any dissemination or ,:opyinE: f this is
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Andre D. Pierre, Esq.
Douthit, Murrriy & Pierre, P.A.
550 NE 124 Street
North Miami, Horida. 33161
(305) 893-0110 telephone
(305) 893-7499 facsimile
Email; tEa_ eatty(%:1pnail.trpL coin
New York Insti:ute of Technology (E1:ctrical.:Engineering
Degree 1994) University of Miami School of Law (Law
Degree 1997),
Douthit, Murray & Pierre, P.A. (1997-Present).
Criminal and lnnnig ation Defense
Provides zealous legal representation to individuals charged
with state aniior federal crin i.naliirnmigtation offenses.
Duties include trials and pre-trial court hearings; prepare
motions and briefs; prepare defenses andior affirmative
applications fur relief
Articles on intellectual property law, immigration and
Naturalization issues directed to the Miami Times and
Haitian Times Weekly Newspapers.
Chairman —Greater North Miami Chai:iber c; Commerce
The Florida Bar, American Bar Association., The Academy
of Florida Trial Lawyers, Florida .Association of Criminal
Defense Lawyers, Haitian. L1..sawyers Association, Black
Lawyers Association, American 1rnm4ration Lavvyer;5
Association, Haitian American Engineers & Scientist
Society, Caribbean Bar Association.
Practice .`lri cts: Criminal rati.t:,n. < Naturalization Law.
Prti f E's.yor:
Lecture:
Immigration &. Naturalization Law; Real Estate Law;
:Business Organizations; and Lcgal. R.e- rck at Barr\
University. Miami Shores. Florida.
Guest Lecturer for Catholic Legal C'llariti;:3 (0 attorneys).
Topic: Cnniinal Convicti .ns and its Immigration
Consequences.
RelE:xe ces: Available upon. request.
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Mr. Pietze was tom in Archaic, Haiti on March 23, 1969. He irnrrig,--atod too die United
States in 1933 and attended high school and college in Long Island, New York 'rIe received his
Bachelors Degree in Engineering from New York Institute of Technolog in 1994 and his law
degree from. the University of Mimi in 1997. While in law school he served as a clerk to the
Honorable Metvia Green at the Third District Court of Appeal in Florida_ He subsequently
worked at the intellectual property law firm of Lott and Friedland, P.A.
In 1997 he opened up the office of Andre Pierre, P.A. and continued in that practice until
becoming a partner with Douthit, Murray & Pierre, P.A. He practices in ±e arras or criminal
law, intellectual'propcity law, civil litigation and will had the fi.tzn's thirn_gra ion law practice.
He cYurontly serves as Chairman of the North Miami Chamber of Commerce and has
served on their Ex.ecutivc Board for the past 5 years. His a part Vice President of the Haitian
Layers .Association and an active rnember• of the Dade County Bar Association, the American
Immigration Lawyers Association and the Haitian American Engineers and Scientist Society.
He is the author of several articles on intellectual property law in such publications Res Ipsa
Logaitur, I aitech and the National Society of Black Engineers Bi-WeeklyIour.A_
Mr. Pierre is an adjunct member of tho faculty at Barry University, te_achin fmmmugration
and Nationalization Law and kcal Estate and Business Organizations.
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305-661-2052
March 22, 2004
Office of Community Relations
444 SW 2nd Avenue, 10`h Floor
Miami, Florida 33130
Attn: Ada Rojas
I would like to briefly take the opportunity to express my sincere desire to
become a part of the City of Miami Community Relations Board.
I have lived in Miami -Dade County for the past 20 years upon marriage to my
husband, the Honorable William Johnson, Circuit Court Judge- Juvenile
Division. I have entrusted myself into the well meaning of being involved in
different aspects of civic and community obligations thoroughly enjoying being a
part of a thriving and growing fauna. I have now become totally emerged into
playing an active part into the lives of citizens in Miami concerns.
I would like to become a part of the Community Relations Board because it
would allow me to express my desires and obligations in improving the lives of
all citizens in the communities; to encourage and take stock into getting "things"
done; to utilize capabilities that we as citizens have toward different roles in life
and leadership; and to be an advocate for improvement in needed areas.
I would like to ask for your appointment of me to serve in such a role. My
heartfelt duty would be recognized.
Respectfully submitted,
Sharon K. Johnson,
Program Administrator
Attachment
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Collaboration: Network profile with neighboring • bor'sn agencies. Competency to work independently and cmur'ently
shifting
gern�snt Research, Analysis, Evaluat on, Grants! ContraC
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between projects when necessary• Guttural Diversity, Case Mana
Skills: Facilitation, Human Relations, Based Facilitator. Organizational ant p•eseittation ski s.
Management, and Grant Reviewing Professional T liner/ Strength- Organizational
m i t i management of
Knowledge of H1PPA requirements- Volunteer
reason Management. planned ourec`tnestngl Benchmarking.Master of
projects. Creative curriculum design. S(;e,tified Criminal Justice Speeialis (COS), Certifications: Certified Associate Prevention Prof ;ssional (CAPP).
Addiction studies (MAC). Certified Behavioral Heath Technician (CBH'C)• Certified Supreme Court Mt dit tot. Substitute
teacher.
COMPUTER SKILLS
MS Word, Access, Internet Browser, Microsoft Publisher, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
EXERIENCE
1997 to 2005 Department of Children and Families (DCF)/South Florida Provider Coalition (SFP(;) Behavioral Network
Miami, Florida
DCF is a multi -disciplinary organization encompassing hundreds of programs in Miami to provide admit irk.•aticn and operational
support, oversight, planning and quality management of programs and .cervices related to Children, and , 'di •lt, Developmental,
Mental Kealth, Substance Abuse, and Health services
SFPC Administrative Services Agency took over the Department of Children and Families TANF (Tempo, ar, , Asa lstanc e for
Needy Families) Program. SFPC is the subcontract y to twenty provider agencies ofservices. All duties remain the sante,
Superviaor - TANF SAMH Program/ Performant e Improvement/Training
Led the TANF staff in management of 28 provider agencies and 11 South Florida Workforce One -Stop Er iployment Centers
in Miami -Dade and Monroe Counties.
• Monitoring and evaluation of programs, reviewed and prepared Correction Action Plans, policy end procedure`:
prepared comprehensive reports, strategic outcome measures; uti.ization management, oversaw p tn4 ider surveys.
• implemented agenda items and provided training ofguidelines/procedures to agencies; conduce monthly provider
meetings, trainings to staff, One -Stop Empi tyment Centers and acted as a liaison to agencies pro' id ng service
• Compiled data reports, designed orientation booklets; strategic planning and analysis, program re search, identified
and analyzed key trends, spearheaded iniple mentation of tracking reports
• Analyzed budget and district policy; monitc red programmatic and fiscal records; reviewed monk- ly invoices to
ascertain justifiable billing, oversight of all TANF grant requirerr ents; contract management
• Conflict resolution: manage, document, investigate and resolve client and agency complaints
• Tallahassee Workgroup Program Committer for implementation benchmarks for TANF grants, g ant ref iews, .irtd
collaborated with other agencies
• Quality Assurance/Performance Jmprovemf nt: incorporation and implementation of program inii iatives. trainin4,
technical assistance, analyses, research, evaluation and monitoring of SFPC provider agencies
• Enhanced company handbooks: Quality Ass urance Manual, Human Resource Policy and Procedt re Manual, and
TANF Provider Quality Assurance Manual: designed quality assurance monitoring and preventio monitoring tool
• Significant hands-on exposure to operation!, process improvement, and cost reduction of agency ter forntatrce and
improvement to include; identified program needs and grants ,management
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ry clinical
services for persons in Crisis' t sm Fi° teams.
lradlv,ch.als andfa►d se In distress to a network o s apP
services and provide ethnic cot; trnt•nity
model of'quality clinical care provided b3' Mental
Clinical Director/ Substance Abuse Coordinator
• Coordinated Case Management for counseliars at Dade Correotio tal institution and New Horizon Community M
Health Center compliant,'
• Responsible for administrative monitoring of providers; reviewed contract's to ensure comp
• Supervised clinical records, data analysis, delivery of program 3erviees, performance improvetnei it
• Consultation with other agencies, coordinat on of outreach services
Program evaluation, planning, procedure development; staff tr,iining implementation;•
Conflict Re so ution training,
resolutions of misconduct; Strategic Plannia.g
t9854993 Department of Health/ Rehabilitative Services
Grants Management Miami, Florida
(same as The Department of Children and Families)
Grants Specialist
• Provided technical assistance to Contract Managers, and training
rtY• Performed administrative contract monitoring of provider agencies to include: Pro e
Standards, Accounting Policies and Procedures. Client Funds, Bt, p Pe Managt n ent, Procurement
contracts, and Fixed -Price dget Management, Personnel M t
• Researched and prepared MonitorinCi�l,@nlenf, Sll�.
• Performed voucher quality control � Reepot�s
re rfortions; reviewed contracts for Request for prp
compl;a ice pos�tls to ensure compliance with ap
�Ij;abli: rules and
LaucAnz.
University ofS/. Thrmas
MBA Mini (5t; hours), Non -Profit Management
Minneapolis, Minnesota 2004
p:i D i'J va Southeastern University
studies (completed 3 years), Conflict Resolution
Ft. Lauderdale, Florida 1994-97
Rollins College
Mister of Science, Criminology
Winter Parke, Florida 1975-77
3ethune Cookman Cc.11ege
ftachelorofArts, Sociology,
Da) to, Beach, Florida 1969-73
6200 SW 62nd Place
South Miami, Florida 33143
Home (305) 661-2052
Sjohnson3 Tiusa.net
Sharon Johnson
EDUCATION
Rollins College
Master of Science, Criminology
Winter Park, Florida 1975-77
Bethune Cookman College
Bachelor of Arts, Sociology
Daytona Beach, Florida 1969-73
PROFESSIONAL HIGHLIGHTS
Network profile with neighboring agencies. Certified Supreme Court Mediator. Competency to work
independently. Skills: Facilitation, Human Relations, Cultural Diversity, Case Management and Fund-raising.
Ability to work concurrently shifting between projects when necessary. Research and Evaluation. Grants/ Contract
Management. Computer: MS Word, Access, Internet Browser, Microsoft Publisher, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Professional Trainer/ Strength -Based Facilitator. Knowledge of HIPPA requirements. Knowledge of Florida
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Laws. Strategic Planning/ Benchmarking. Organizational presentations.
Sound reasoning and planned outcomes. Certified Associate Prevention Professional (CAPP). Certified Criminal
Justice Specialist (CCJS). Master of Addiction studies (MAC).
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
1997-present Department of Children and Families Miami, Florida
Health and Rehabilitative Services
The Department of Children and Families is a multi -disciplinary organization encompassing hundreds of programs
in Miami to provide administration and operational support, oversight, planning and quality management of
programs and services related to Children, and Adult Services, Developmental Services, Mental Health, Substance
Abuse and Health.
Program Administrator
Utilization Management/ Treatment Assistance for Needy Families Program (TANF)
• Lead the TANF staff in management of 28 provider agencies and South Florida Workforce One -Stop
Centers in Miami -Dade and Monroe Counties
• Monitoring and evaluation of program, policy and procedures; prepares comprehensive reports,
strategic outcome measures, contract management; utilization management of managed care
• Training of guidelines and procedures to provider agencies; conduct monthly provider meetings,
trainings to staff, One -Stop Centers and act as a liaison to agencies providing services
• Compile data reports, designed orientation booklets, strategic planning and analysis, program research,
identifies, and analyzes key trends, spearheaded implementation of tracking reports; fund-raising skills
• Analyze budget and district policy; monitor programmatic and fiscal records; review monthly invoices
to ascertain justifiable billing, oversight of all TANF grant requirements
• Conflict resolution: manage, document, investigate and resolve client complaints
• Collaboration with other agencies: AIDS Project, Red Ribbon Week, Informed Families, Drug
Awareness, South Florida Workforce, United Way and more
• Part of the Tallahassee Workgroup Program Office for implementation of benchmarks for TANF
1993-1997 New Horizons Community Mental Health Center, Inc. Miami, Florida
New Horizons is committed to delivering high quality mental health services to the Miami -Dade County
community, linking individuals and families in distress to a network of supportive resources, to sensitize the
community to culturally appropriate services and provide services for persons in crisis. New Horizons is nationally
and internationally recognized for its innovative model of quality clinical care provided by ethnic community teams.
Clinical Director/ Substance Abuse Coordinator
• Coordinated Case Management for counselors at Dade Correctional Institution and New Horizons
Community Mental Health Center
• Responsible for administrative monitoring of providers; reviewed contract's to ensure compliance
• Supervised clinical records, data analysis, delivery of program services
• Consultation with other agencies, coordination or outreach services
■ Program evaluation, planning, procedure development; staff training implementation; Conflict
Resolution training, resolutions of misconduct; Strategic Planning
1985-1993 Department of Health/ Rehabilitative Services
Grants Management
Same as The Department of Children and Families
Miami, Florida
Grants Specialist
• Provided technical assistance to Contract Managers
• Performed administrative contract monitoring of provider agencies to include: Property Management,
Procurement Standards, Accounting Policies and Procedures, Client Funds, Budget Management,
Personnel Management, Sub -contracts, and Fixed -Price
• Researched and prepared Monitoring Reports
• Performed voucher quality control, reviewed Request for Proposals to ensure compliance with
applicable rules and regulations
1981-1985 Board of County Commissioners West Palm Beach, Florida
Office of Sexual Assault
Criminal Justice Specialist
• Acted as an investigative liaison between the victim and agency personnel within the criminal justice
system involved in the disposition of the case
• Presented trainings on sexual assault prevention and reported on outreach services to the surrounding
communities
■ Provided prevention/referral information, performed crisis counseling, Case Management
• Attended court hearings, collected data for compliance, report writing
1973-1981 Central Florida Community College at Ocala, Florida
Florida Correctional Institution- Adult Education
Instructor
• Provided scholastic instruction to male/female inmates at Florida Correctional and Marion
Correctional Institutions
• Served as a peer counselor, acted as an academic advisor to college bound students
• Provided Life Skills training to women
• Conflict Resolution Skills of misconduct
PROFESSIONAL AND CIVIC INVOLVEMENT
Junior League of Miami - 1998 to present- work with children and families
Committees served on:
Board Member- 2000 to 2001
Public Affairs Committee- Chair — 1999 to 2000
Community Service Awards-2000 to 2002
Public Affairs Committee-2002-present
Secretary
Historian
Training Committee — 2002-2003
Training Chair elect
Inn Transition North Dade - 2003 to present
Women Abuse Shelter
Fund Development Committee - 2000 to 2001
Outreach Committee - 1999 to 2001
Community Council Committee — 2001-2002
Communications Council Committee — 2003 to present
Continental Society — 1975 to present — work with children and families
2nd Vice President — 1999 to 2000
1" Vice President — 2001-2003
Corresponding Secretary — 2003 to present
Family Counseling Services — work with children and families
Board Member — 2001 to present
Journey Institute — work with sexually abused children and family members
Board Member — 2000 to 2001
National Coalition of 100 Black Women — work with inner city children
Board Member — 2001 to present
Mediation Executives
1998 to present
South Miami Commission
Member- Environmental Board - 1996
United Way Fundraising Chair
Department of Children and Families
Adult, Mental Health and Substance Abuse Program Office- 1999 — present
Steering Committee- 2003
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority — 2003 — work with children and families
NAACP "WIN" Committee
Women In NAACP - 2001 to present — work with children, families and communities
Ms. WIN-2001/2003
Community AIDS Coalition Committee - 1999 — to present — work with children, families affected with or by
the HIV virus
Leadership South Dade — 1998
Board Member — 1999 to 2001
Leadership Training
Black Executive Forum — present class- 2003
Leadership Training Forum
Organization For Management and Executives Benchmarking (OMEBA)
International Contract Management Benchmarking Association (ICMBA)
Dispute Resolution Benchmarking Association (DRBA)
Employee Development and Training Benchmarking Association (EDTBA)
MARITZA ALVAREZ
EXPERIENCE
EDUCATION
2000-Present Law Offices of Maritza Alvarez
AttomeyAtLaw
• Criminal Litigation in both State and Federal Court.
• Special Appointed Public Defender (SAPD)
Miami, FL
1997-2000 Miami -Dade County Public Defender Miami, FL
Assistant Public Defender
• Managed Caseload in excess of 200 cases.
• Conducted over thirty jury trials and over fifty bench trials.
• Practiced in Circuit Court, Juvenile Court, and County Court.
1994-1997 St. Thomas University School of Law Miami, FL
Juris Doctor, May 1997
▪ Moot Court Board
1990-1994 Florida State University
Bachelor ofA m in Criniredag4 August 1997
• Golden Key National Honor Society
PROFESSIONAL AND CIVIC ORGANIZATION
Tallahassee, FL
• The Florida Bar, admitted 1997
• United States District Court -Southern District of Florida, admitted 1997
• American Bar Association
• Dade County Bar Association
• National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (NACDL)
• Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (FACDL)
• Cuban American Bar Association (CABA)
• Kiwanis, Little Havana Chapter
AWARDS AND RECOGNITION
• Rated "Best of the Bar" 2003, South Florida BusirEss Journal
• Recognized as an "Up and Comer" 2003/2004, Saab Florida Legal Glade
9130 SOUTH DADELAND BOULEVARD • SUITE 1200 •MIAMI, FLORIDA 33156
PHONE (305) 670-0667•FAX (305) 670-0073 • E-MAIL MARITZA@MALVAREZLAW.COM
Miguel A. Flores Ed.S.
550 N.W. 125 ST
Home Phone (305) 681-6205, Cell (305) 218-2819
Miguelf44@yahoo.com
OBJECTIVE Presently looking for a position as an Administrator.
EDUCATION
2004-2005 Nova southeastern University, Educational Specialist in Educational
Leadership, G.P.A.: 3.8
2002-2003 Barry University, Master of Arts and Sciences in Exceptional Student
Education G.P.A. 3.4
1997-2000 Florida International University, Batchelor of Arts and Sciences in
Psychology, G.P.A. 3.2
1994-1997 Miami -Dade Community College, Associate in Arts in Secondary
Education and Vocational Certification in State Corrections
PERSONAL QUALIFICATIONS
• Ability to Communicate effectively with individuals from various
ethnicity and age groups
• Able to maintain professional attitude under stress of multiple task
• Ability to be innovative in a group as a leader, worker and mediator.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
6/97-Present Miami -Dade County Public Schools, Miami, Fla.
Present Booker T. Washington Senior High School (Certified in Ed. Leadership)
• Dean of Students
Miami Senior High School (Certified ESE Teacher)
• E.H. Self Contained
• Severe Learning Disabled
• Learning Disabled
• Trainable Mentally Handicapped
• Substitute Teacher
• Social Studies
• Psychology
• Coaching: Wrestling, J.V. Football, Cross Country
6/01-9/01
Luna Source Inc., Miami, Fla.
Administrative Assistant/Jr. Recruiter
• Search for Resumes through Internet resources to match clients need
and fill the company's database.
• Reformat resumes to captivate the attention of our clients.
• Follow-up on the references given by our candidates, to insure
candidate meets with client expectations.
• Establish relationship with candidate and client; in order to maintain
both candidate and client satisfied with our services.
• Discuss hiring procedure to candidate.
• General clerical duties.
9/95-9/00 Correctional Officer
9/98/9/00 Miami -Dade County Correction and Rehabilitation
• Dealt with juveniles
• Supervised inmates with mental disorders
• General clerical duties
9/95-9/98 State of Florida Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation
Everglades Correctional Institution
• Supervise and managed projects with outside agencies.
• Supervised as much as sixty-five inmates.
• Inmate Control and supervision.
8/00-12/00 Ace Academy Senior High School
Guidance Counselor, (Internship)
• Dealt with students with various exceptionalities
• Students were evaluated and counseled.
• Maintaining order and helping children resolve interpersonal conflict.
COMPUTER SKILLS AND RELEVANT KNOWLEDGE
Job Analysis, Recruitment, Compensation, Performance Appraisal,
Employment Law, Minitab, Microsoft Office Tools 98/03, MS Outlook
Languages Fluent in Spanish
Hobbies Reading, Writing, Bike Riding, 5K races, Weight Training, and Wrestling
2005 resume.txt
RESUME for JUANDA G. FERGUSON
786 325 0602
1115 N.W. 50th St.
Miami, Florida 33127
GOAL: To write, photograph and design.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science in Print Journalism Florida A&M University
Graphic Arts Certification University of Miami
Project Management Certification Florida International University
Real Estate Principles, Miami Dade College
TV Production Miami Lakes Technical Education Center
WORK EXPERIENCE
Flag Football Coach Volunteer City of Aventura
School Crossing Guard City of Miami Gardens
Poll Inspector Miami -Dade Elections Department
Freelance Journalist South Florida Newsweek Newspaper
Design Charettes Lincoln Road, Overtown, Bicentennial Park, Miami River,
Little Haiti Park, Coral Gables, Model City, Opa locka
VOLUNTEERISM
Orange Bowl Ambassador
Take Stock In Children Mentor
Miami -Dade Human Service Alliance Advisory Board Business Member
National Association for the Advancement of Colored People Academic Cultural Technical S
cientific Olympics
City of Miami Planning Advisory Board for community development
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Alan Murphy
51 NE 42 Street
Miami, Florida 33137
(305) 305-9948
OBJECTIVE: To secure an active position within a progressive organization
utilizing demonstrated skills and abilities.
4/2003- Present Cielos Airlines, Inc. Miami, FI
Human Resource Administrator- Manage and oversee the functions of payroll
using ADP PC Payroll, recruitment, training, placement, wage and benefits,
employee counseling, and mediation. Knowledgeable in employment policies
and practices, accident investigation, OSHA, EEOC, COBRA, H1B Temporary
Employment Visa, ADA and labor law compliance. Administered employee
compensation and benefits programs. Instituted computer applications
including employee tracking.
2/1998- 4/2003 Flexible Foam, Inc., Miami, FL.
Human Resource Administrator/ Risk Manager- Managed and oversaw the
functions of recruitment, training, placement, wage and benefits, employee
counseling, and mediation. Developed departmental budget and drug policy
manuals, negotiated health insurance and worker's compensation insurance
costs, Knowledgeable in employment policies and practices, accident
investigation, OSHA, EEOC, COBRA, ADA and labor law compliance. Assessed
and reviewed company risks (manufacturing), developed programs to
prevent accidents and or exposures and steps to be followed should an
accident or exposures occur. Developed safety programs, provided training,
familiar with OSHA, EPA, DERM requirements. Accomplishments
included improved retention and quality of employees.
4/1991-2/1998 North American Management, Inc., Washington, D.C.
Human Resource Director- Managed and oversaw the functions of
recruitment, training, placement, wage and benefits, employee counseling,
and mediation. Wrote departmental budget, drug policy manual, negotiated
with companies for health insurance, worker's compensation insurance, and
401(k). Knowledgeable in employment policies and practices, accident
investigation, OSHA and OSHA safety manual, safety committee, EEOC and
labor law compliance. Administered employee compensation and benefits
programs including the installation of Section 125 Cafeteria -Plan a pre-tax
employee and employer benefit). Instituted computer applications including
employee tracking. Accomplishments included improved retention and quality
of employees.
Education:
New Hampshire College, New Hampshire
Major: Human Services; Bachelor of Science
Professional Licenses:
FAA Commercial Pilot with Multi Engine Instrument
NAME
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CANDIDATE FOR NOMINATION TO SERVE ON THE
CITY OF MIAMI COMMUNITY RELATIONS BOARD
Mission
The mission of the Community Relations Board is to:
• work proactively to identify and relieve intergroup conflicts
before crises arise;
• identify and contain, as quickly as possible, community tensions;
• develop bridges of understanding and support programs in the
community;
• foster understanding, communication, and mutual respect;
• develop and support local or city based Community Relations
Boards throughout the county; and
• assure that resources are in place to respond to community crisis.
The City of Miami Community Relations Board was created by an ordinance
of the City Commission and it recruits representatives of the various social,
racial, religious, linguistic, cultural, economic, and geographic groups
comprising the population of this City and include leaders of government,
business, religious and educational institutions, civic and organizations and
other appropriate community leaders."
QUALIFICATIONS OF THE MEMBERS OF
THE CITY OF MIAMI COMMUNITY RELATIONS BOARD
Each member appointed shall be a resident of the City of Miami with an
outstanding reputation for community pride, interest, integrity, responsibility,
business or professional ability and who has demonstrated a commitment to
intergroup relations. Members shall have demonstrated skills in diplomacy
and the ability to:
• foster mutual understanding, tolerance, and respect among all economic,
social, religious and ethnic groups in the City;
• act as conciliator in controversies involving community relations;
• cooperate with federal, State and City agencies in developing harmonious
community relations;
• cooperate in the development of educational programs dedicated to the
improvement of community relations; and
• enlist the support of, civic leaders; civic, religious, veterans, labor,
industrial, commercial and other community groups and private agencies
engage in the inculcation of ideals of tolerance, mutual respect and
understanding.
Candidate for Nomination to the
City of Miami Community Relations Board
Biographical Profile
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Length of Residence in the City of Miami:
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QUESTIONNAIRE FOR CANDIDATES FOR NORMINATION
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4. What is your understanding of the role of the Community Relations
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