A festival isn’t just lights; it’s the soul of a city reflected in its people
-Wilson Alvarez
Hialeah Political Round-Up – July 2025
Acting Mayor Jacqueline Garcia-Roves
The Good: Successfully led centennial festivities, blending local pride with community unity.
Working On: Balancing the start of the mayoral election cycle with ongoing infrastructure and housing priorities (en.wikipedia.org).
City Manager Lourdes Gonzalez
The Good: Kept public services running smoothly during large-scale events and coordinated safety protocols effectively.
Working On: Managing efficiency during holiday closures while accelerating review processes for upcoming development projects.
The Council (Perez, Zogby, Casáls-Muñoz)
The Good: Offered bipartisan support for mixed-use and affordable housing projects.
Working On: Ensuring that new high-density developments come with equitable urban planning and infrastructure improvements.
Monthly Recap – July 2025
Hialeah spent July balancing celebration and preparation for the future. The centennial festivities reinforced the city’s heritage, while council approvals for vertical, mixed-use developments signaled an ambitious new skyline. The challenge now: translate that energy into everyday improvements in transit, engagement, and equitable growth.
Chamber & Business Association Updates
The Hialeah Chamber of Commerce hosted no major events in July, but the Hispanic Heritage Chamber held two notable programs:
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July 21 (Virtual): “Your Business & the 2026 World Cup” (myhhcc.com)
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July 31 (In-Person): Networking Mornings in Fort Lauderdale (myhhcc.com)
