A MESSAGE FROM COMMISSIONER LATOYA S. CLARKE
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Sunrise City Commission, Seat A | lClarke@sunrisefl.gov
I am thrilled and incredibly honored to serve as your newly elected commissioner! Making history as the first African American woman and the first woman of Jamaican descent to represent the City of Sunrise is truly one of the proudest and most meaningful moments of my life. This isn’t just a role for me; it is one of my greatest achievements and honors, and I’m so excited to serve this amazing community I call home. Throughout my campaign, I made a pledge to prioritize collaboration and foster open communication, ensuring that the residents of Sunrise feel heard and effectively represented citywide. In the past few months, I have championed initiatives designed to prevent homelessness, broaden educational opportunities for our youth and young adults, enhance waste management efforts, and improve the City’s infrastructure. These efforts reflect my commitment to addressing the critical needs of our community and building an inclusive and thriving future for all. In collaboration with my fellow commissioners, I remain firmly devoted to upholding a balanced budget that sustains essential services and impactful programs while strategically investing in the long-term prosperity of our City. Our collective dedication to keeping the tax millage rate low underscores our commitment to fiscal responsibility. By enhancing public safety and ensuring safer roads and communities, we create an environment that is not only inviting but also conducive to economic growth. These efforts are designed to attract new businesses, support smart and sustainable growth, generate job opportunities, and extend a warm welcome to new residents as they become part of our beautiful City. Over the past few months, I’ve had the pleasure of immersing myself in our vibrant community. I have toured the various city-owned facilities, visited 11 of our City’s public schools, celebrated the grand opening of the Village Art Plaza , read
stories with children during Story Time in the Park , engaged in our City’s advisory boards, participated in Senior Center programs, worked along with the Veterans group, enjoyed Tunes ‘N Trucks events, and joined business owners for their grand openings. Each experience has deepened my connection to our community. With summer here, I cordially invite you and your family to participate in our many community activities, like our City’s first Caribbean American Heritage Festival last month in June. The event celebrated the rich Caribbean contributions to our City and country. The Village Art Plaza features various activities, including yoga sessions, a Farmers’ Market, and Village Art Bites food truck events. The Run Club offers an excellent opportunity to stay active and connect with other residents and friends. The Sunrise Civic Center Amphitheater will open this summer, providing even more opportunities for celebration. Our parks, recreational facilities, and pools offer perfect settings for family bonding and enjoyment. I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude to my predecessor, former Commissioner Mark Douglas, for his eight years of dedicated service to our City and to the Mayor, fellow Commissioners, City Manager, Chiefs, and team for their gracious welcome. I am excited about our collaborative efforts to advance the interests and welfare of our City. As we look forward to the 2025-2026 cycle, let us embrace this new season with enthusiasm and expectation. Join us as we navigate uncharted territories and seize new opportunities together.
Latoya S. Clarke, Commissioner
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