Neighbors, I know I usually focus on sending out updates from our commission meetings, but as the year comes to a close, I wanted to take a moment to wish you and your family a happy and healthy holiday season, and a Merry Christmas. This time of year in Pembroke Pines is special. Whether it’s driving through our neighborhoods to enjoy the holiday lights, spending time in our parks, or gathering with loved ones, it’s a reminder of what makes our city such a great place to cal

Neighbors, Our most recent Commission Meeting covered several important items for our city, and I’d like to share a few key updates with you — especially on an issue that directly affects the safety and quality of life in our neighborhoods. At last week’s meeting, we approved $4.1 million in roadway improvements  across Pembroke Pines. After careful discussion and collaboration, I supported three of my fellow commissioners to move this critical investment forward. These impro

Today, I was quoted in the Pembroke Pines News story, "FPL gets green light for $7 billion rate hike. Here's how much more you'll pay" It reports on the recent approval of the Florida Power and Light rate hike that I had previously stood against. Due to my advocacy efforts on the Commission, my colleagues all stood together to try and stop this massive rate hike on our residents.

We just wrapped up our final City Commission meeting before the summer break, and I wanted to update you on the important decisions made, and how I’m continuing to fight for transparency, fairness, and affordability in our city.

On June 4, 2025, Vice Mayor Mike Hernandez joined Manny Munoz on WIOD610 to discuss how the Floria Power & Light rate increase will effect the residents of Pembroke Pines.

During our City Commission Meeting this week, we discussed the Florida Power & Light proposed rate increases, which could significantly impact our senior residents in Pembroke Pines.

Florida Power & Light, which reported a net income of $4.543 billion last year, is asking for a rate increase for infrastructure...