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THURSDAY MAY 9, 2024
Golding's Vision
PNP Leader Charts Course for Jamaica's Future in South Florida Address In a passionate speech to a packed audience in South Florida, Mark Golding, leader of Jamaica's People's National Party (PNP), shared his party's vision for the country's future and also addressed a range of topics, from governance to education, crime, and agriculture, emphasizing the PNP's commitment to accountability and progress. At the La Veranda Restaurant in Sunrise, Florida over the weekend, Golding faced a fervent crowd, answering questions and outlining his party's plans. Amidst cheers and
“I think the governance side of things is very important and to set the right tone for the way in which we will govern the country. We need to get to the point again where the opposition chairs parliamentary committees and can hold the government of the day accountable. – Golding
nods of agreement, he wasted no time in addressing what he sees as a fundamental issue: governance. Golding also highlighted the importance of reinstating the opposition's chairing of parliamentary committees, a move he believes will promote transparency and accountability in government. He also outlined the party's priorities, including education and crime reduction, and assured the audience that the PNP is working diligently to finalize its policy platforms and implementation strategy.
If elected, the PNP would hit the ground running, Golding declared. “On day one, we'll reinstate the chairing of parliamentary committees by the opposition to set the right tone.” “I think the governance side of things is very important and to set the right tone for the way in which we will govern the country. We need to get to the point again where the opposition chairs parliamentary committees and can hold the government of the day accountable. I think that needs to be reinstitutcontinues on B2 – Golding
Resident outcry in North Miami after city manager fired
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Cameau
During a special meeting on Tuesday night, North Miami councilmembers voted to dismiss city manager Rasha Cameau ahead of the regularly scheduled city council meeting on May 14. District 2 Councilperson Kassandra Timothe spearheaded the effort to remove Cameau, alleging a lack of confidence in her leadership. Concerns cited included a perceived lack of oversight and effective direction, as well as failure to adhere to council instructions. Members cited they had a lack of confidence in the city manager. Along with accusing the city manager's “lack of acceptable oversight and effective leadership.” As well as mention the city
manager's “failure to follow councilmember's direction and instruction,” as reasons for the resolution to remove Cameau. Ultimately, Cameau was fired after the commission voted 3-1 in favor. Councilman Scott Galvin was the one member to standby Cameau's side. “I think Rasha Cameau has been a fantastic manager,” Galvin said. “I've worked with her for several years in office. She's hardworking, she's smart, she's looking out for the bottom line of the residents.” Emotions ran high as Cameau, surrounded by supporters, revealed plans to take a break and
reflect on her future. Galvin, acknowledging her exceptional contribution, thanked Cameau for her outstanding service to North Miami. “I've, in my 25 years [as councilmember], had 13 city managers that I've had the privilege to work with. You stand above them all," Galvin said to Cameau. "Thank you for everything you've done for the city of North Miami." Prior to the meeting, over 30 residents gathered outside the Museum of Contemporary Art in protest, donning red t-shirts and chanting slogans in support of Cameau. Some of the signs also read "Enforce the charter" and "Recall Mary District 3," continues on A6 – Resident outcry
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