THE PEOPLE’S MAYOR   

In 2007, Matti Herrera Bower became Miami Beach’s first woman mayor, and its first Hispanic mayor. It was just the latest in a long series of firsts for this tenacious community activist. Mayor Bower started out more than 30 years ago as a PTA mom, fighting to save an elementary school in danger of closing. She also joined the fight to save the historic Art Deco District in South Beach, which led her into yet another battle to help create decent affordable housing for the elderly and young families.  

 Throughout her career, Mayor Bower has used her passion to empower all residents in this diverse community. As Mayor, she has expanded that mission to include protecting and promoting the economic vitality of Miami Beach, so that we can all prosper together.    

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