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"I am passionate about Pembroke Pines! I am raising my family in this great city and want to ensure it continues to thrive for the current and future generations. I bring years of public service experience and expertise in how to make government work better. I am running to use my skills to make an impact and improve our way of life. Please contact me at Mikeforpines@gmail.com if you would like to share input or help my campaign."
~ Mike
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PRIORITIES
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Opposing the incinerator and protecting the health of our residents
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Reducing congestion and combating traffic
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Working closely with law enforcement to make our streets safe
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Bringing fiscal responsibility and keeping taxes low
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Improving our parks and protecting open space
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Took the lead to ensure we have resource officers in our schools
WORK AND CIVIC ENGAGEMENT (HIGHLIGHTS)
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Vice Mayor, City of Pembroke Pines, April 2025 - Present
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City of Pembroke Pines, District 4: Budget Council Member: 2022-2024
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City of Pembroke Pines Economic Development Board: 2016-2020
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Florida International University Adjunct Professor: 2019 — Present: College of Communication and the School of International and Public Affairs
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Office of Miami-Dade County Mayor: Senior Advisor to Mayor & Director of Communications for Miami-Dade County: 2014 — 2018
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Florida International University: Athletics Finance Corporation Board Member
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Friends of WLRN/South Florida Public Media, Board Member
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Telemundo 51 NBC 6: Political Analyst: 2019 — 2024
EDUCATION
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Florida International University, Miami, FL
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Master of Public Administration (MPA)
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Florida International University, Miami, FL
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Bachelor of Arts (BA) Political Science, Communications Minor
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ENDORSED BY:
Mayor
Angelo Castillo
Representative Robin Bartleman
Commissioner
Maria Rodriguez
School Board Member
Rebecca Thompson