Decision Time
(Originally Published December 04, 2009)


"If nominated, I will run... for the border. If elected, I will fight...extradition." - Colin Powell


On behalf of the Greater Dania Beach Chamber of Commerce, I would like to begin by congratulating Commissioner Albert Jones, who was appointed to the Broward County Commission by Governor Crist.

During my tenure as your chairman, it has been the policy of this organization to refrain from endorsing candidates. Much was made of the fact that during last year's election in Dania Beach, many of our board members expressed their support for certain candidates. Those of us who did so were acting as independent citizens.

Last year, I publicly stated that while the chamber will not endorse a candidate, there was no reason for us to not do so as individuals. In fact, I encourage my board members to be active in political affairs if it is something they are inclined to do.

Mr. Jones' appointment has created a vacancy on our city commission. Our charter states that the city must hold an election. Several qualified individuals have thrown their hats into the ring or have indicated an interest in doing so.

The chamber's board is diverse and I would expect that we would have different opinions on whom we would like to see fill the vacancy. I have not discussed this with them and do not intend to. I will not speak on behalf of the board except to say that our mission will remain the same. We will continue to support the commission and the City of Dania Beach as we always have.

America is great because she has always been a representative republic where the voice of the people is heard. When we put aside our cynicism we accomplish great things. Forget what the newspapers tell you. Democracy happens here, where we live, not in Tallahassee and certainly not in Washington. Whomever you choose to support, do so proudly. Be involved. Remember that voting is your chance to quietly and privately make a difference.
And don't even think of voting for me. I'm with General Powell on this one.

Until we meet again,

Adolfo Jimenez
Chairman of the Board
Greater Dania Beach Chamber of Commerce