Monday, June 20, 2016
PAUL ROLLI ANNOUNCES CANDIDACY FOR WILTON MANORS CITY COMMISSION
PAUL ROLLI ANNOUNCES CANDIDACY FOR
WILTON MANORS CITY COMMISSION
Paul Rolli, president of Central Area Neighborhood Association of Wilton Manors (CANA), the former chairman of the Wilton Manors Budget Review Committee, and the first-ever recipient of the Community Spirit Award from the Wilton Manors Community Affairs Advisory Board, has officially announced his candidacy for Wilton Manors City Commission.
When asked why he decided to run for Wilton Manors City Commission, Rolli responded, “As one city and one community we share a wonderful quality of life. We all have so much to be proud of and to protect. The best way of doing that is to effectively plan for our future. I believe I have the experience and knowledge to do the job.”
Rolli’s campaign will focus on controlling taxes though fiscal responsibility and accountability, keeping residents and their homes safe, striking a balance between development and neighborhood quality, and safeguarding residential property values.
“There are some that love our city as much, but no one who loves Wilton Manors more than Paul Rolli,” said Wilton Manors resident and community leader M.E. DePalma. “He has taken on tough jobs in our community already. He has been a uniting leader. He sees Wilton Manors as one city and one community. We need people with his passion, knowledge and skills on the Wilton Manors City Commission.”
Since his retirement from the Department of Treasury in 2010, Rolli has been very active in the community. He serves as the president of the Central Area Neighborhood Association of Wilton Manors (CANA), as former chairman of the Wilton Manors City Budget Committee, a director of the Wilton Manors Taste of the Island, and on the senior advisory council and finance committee of the Pride Center at Equality Park. Rolli is a member of the Wilton Manors Historical Society, the Westside Neighborhood Association, the East Neighborhood Association, SunServe, the Stonewall National Museum and Archives, Our Fund, the AIDS Museum, and the Gay Men’s Chorus of South Florida. Rolli took the lead on the creation of the Richardson Park Carriage House Fundraiser Event. He has also hosted an event for the Police National Night Out Against Crime.
A host committee of over 50 of Wilton Manors leaders and neighbors will be hosting Rolli’s campaign kick-off on Saturday, June 25, 2016 at Richardson Park, from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. All Wilton Manors residents interested in meeting the candidate and discussing a bright future for Wilton Manors are invited and encouraged to attend. Please RSVP by email no later than June 10th, 2016.
The election for Wilton Manors City Commission will take place on Tuesday, November 8, 2016.
Wednesday, July 18, 2012
Recap of Without Walls International Church's 21st Anniversary Homecoming Celebration
Recap of Without
Walls International Church's 21st Anniversary Homecoming Celebration
This past Sunday, July 15th,
Bishop Randy White and the staff of Without Walls International Church
celebrated the church's 21st year here in Tampa, Florida. Originally under the name South Tampa
Christian Center, in 1991. It began with a sidewalk Sunday school and a desire
to feed the poor. What began in a 1100 square foot storefront, eventually grew
to a tent, then a dome, then to what is now today a 4,000 seat auditorium.
Thousands
came out to the 21 Year Anniversary Homecoming service, the Without Walls
Sanctuary was at ninety percent capacity.
They bused in over 50 homeless people for service, as well as all were
given a hot meal. The kids church had
over 100 children in attendance. Without
Walls launched its new and improved website www.withoutwalls.org. The church had hoped to raise $300,000 to
pay off all accounts payable debt, at the end of the service they had raised
1/3 of their goal. Bishop Randy White
announced that he would personally be giving $10,000 to the church. In response to the media on why the church asks
for offerings so frequently, he said simply, "We need it." just as an
newspaper or magazine needs advertisers.
Bishop Randy White revealed on Sunday the "hell" that he's
been through over the last five years, including a battle with depression, an
addiction to prescription drugs and being the subject of an IRS investigation. To view the entire service and his personal testimony,
please visit www.youtube.com/watch?v=_XIKhDeomGs.
Bishop Randy
White and Without Walls invite you, your family and friends to join them every
Sunday at 9AM and 11AM and Wednesday's at 7PM for weekly service. Without Walls Spanish service starts at 7PM
on Saturdays with an English translation.
Parking, Kids Church and nursery are available onsite at the
church. If you would like more information about services, events coming
up or how to get involved at Without Walls International Church please call
813-879-HOPE (4673) or visit the website www.withoutwalls.org or follow on facebook at facebook.com/withoutwallstampa Without Walls International Church is
located at 3860 West Columbus Drive, Tampa, Florida 33607. Follow Bishop Randy White on Twitter: twitter.com/RandyAWhite.
About
Without Walls International Church
Without
Walls International Church is a thriving non-denominational mega church
co-founded in 1991. Without Walls is known for its diversity and inner city
outreaches in Tampa, Florida and around the nation. Without Walls is
dedicated to evangelism and restoration while tearing down the walls of racism
and poverty and equipping men, women, and children with practical teachings
that will position them to fulfill their God given vision and purpose.
For
more information please contact ARL Marketing & Public Relations, Inc at
954-600-3154 or via email at: andrew@arlmarketing.com for media coverage,
press kits and live interview requests.
Monday, July 16, 2012
Without Walls International Church Present its 21st Annual
Back 2 School Bash giving away free back packs, school supplies, medical
physicals and more to families in need
Without Walls International Church announced today that it will once again be presenting its 21st Annual Back 2 School Bash on Saturday, August 18th, 2012 starting at 8:00AM at Webb Middle School 6035 Hanley Road Tampa, FL 33634. This year, Without Walls International Church will partner with Hillsborough County School Board Member, Susan Valdes and the Florida Health Department in providing Back to School Supplies, Physicals, Vaccinations, Haircuts and more for the families in Tampa who are in need. In addition to receiving their back to school necessities everyone will also enjoy a day of family fun with bounce houses, Balloon Animal Artists, Face Painting, Popcorn, DJ’s and performances from The Without Walls International Church’s Children’s, Youth, and Fine Arts Departments throughout the day.
If you would like to help or get involved the church needs financial donations visit withoutwalls.org to donate or drop it off at the church. We are also in need of additional school supplies and children's entertainers for the event. If you are a licensed Florida doctor, nurse, or physicians assistants and would to help with the physicals and vaccination distributions please call (813) 879-HOPE (4673) ext 7523 or email Tamryn Foley tfoley@withoutwalls.org.
The Back 2 School Bash program has been helping to supply children of need with backpacks, school supplies, food boxes and much more for 21 years. “Because a family has a need or may be poor doesn’t mean a child has to feel poor. Our goal is for every child to return to school with dignity and a reason to smile” said Bishop Randy White. All supplies are on a first come first serve basis while supplies last. This event will start at 8:00AM at Webb Middle School 6035 Hanley Road Tampa, FL 33634. All parents must be accompanied by their children at the event. All children must have a valid social security card, state issued birth certificate, or green card to participate in the Back 2 School Bash. For more information about this event please call 813-879-HOPE or visit www.withoutwalls.org.
About Without Walls International Church
Without Walls International Church is a thriving non-denominational mega church co-founded in 1991. Without Walls is known for its diversity and inner city outreaches in Tampa, Florida and around the nation. Without Walls is dedicated to evangelism and restoration while tearing down the walls of racism and poverty and equipping men, women, and children with practical teachings that will position them to fulfill their God given vision and purpose.
About Susan L. Valdes
Mrs. Susan Valdes serves in many leadership positions at the national, state, and local level. At the national level, she currently serves as the southern region director for the National School Boards Association National Hispanic Caucus as well as a steering committee member for the National Schools Board Association Council of Urban Boards of Education. At the state level, she represents the school district as the chairman of the Central Florida Coalition, which encompasses 10 school districts representing more than 850,000 students. She is an active member of the Back to School Coalition in Hillsborough County, which has provided an annual "Back to School Health Fair" in the Town & Country area since 2005, for citizens of all ages.
For more information please contact ARL Marketing & Public Relations at 954-600-3154 or via email at: andrew@arlmarketing.com for media coverage, donations, and interview requests.
Wednesday, May 16, 2012
Local resident, Rev. Randy White, to give $5,000 reward for the arrest of four men who teamed up and beat a young U.S. Army soldier in South Tampa
Reported by Channel 10’s Tampa Bay News May 14, 2012: “Police say the victim of a violent beating caught on camera is a 24 year old and has lived in Tampa for less than a month. He's a United States Army soldier assigned to MacDill Air Force Base and lives not far from the base at Dale Mabry Hwy. and Interbay Blvd.
According to police reports on Sunday morning, at around 3 a.m., the soldier's car broke down a few miles from home along Westshore Blvd. The attack came when he was walking home and using Iowa St. to get from Westshore to Dale Mabry. At the intersection of Iowa and Renellie Dr., the man came into the view of a neighbor's motion-activated security camera. A group of three young men are seen walking ahead of the soldier. Police say one of the men in the group doubled back and asked the soldier to borrow a dollar. When the soldier reached for his wallet, the first punch flew. The first, tremendous sucker punch laid the victim onto the ground. The other two men joined in, punching and kicking the soldier. A fourth man comes sprinting into view from the left edge of the video. The new attacker -- a man the soldier said he had walked past earlier -- joined in the beating. Tampa Police officers say the men stole the soldier's wallet and cell phone, then took off south on Renellie Dr. When he eventually got to his feet, the victim had to knock on doors to find someone to help him call 911. The soldier was taken to Tampa General Hospital with cuts and bruises on his face and head. Police say he is expected to make a full recovery.”
Police are hoping someone will come forward with information regarding this brutal beating and call Tampa Police to help them find the attackers. Reverend Randy White will provide a reward of $5,000 to the person who leads to arrest of these four men. Please call Tampa Police at 813-354-6600 if you have information.
About Reverend Randy White
Determined to make a difference, Reverend Randy White rid himself of denominational restraints and founded local place of worship, Without Walls International Church, originally under the name South Tampa Christian Center, in 1991. It began with a sidewalk Sunday school and a desire to feed the poor. What began in an 1100 square foot storefront eventually grew to a tent, then a dome, and then to what is now today a 4,000-seat auditorium in Tampa, Florida.
Reverend Randy White's legacy continues at Without Walls International Church through its feeding programs, its outreach programs, and annual community events "Back to School Bash", "Table in the Wilderness" and Christmas Extravaganza”
Today, Reverend White is involved in the organization he founded in memory of his late daughter, Kristen Renee Foundation, and their project, Fighting for Frederick.
For more information please contact ARL Marketing & Public Relations, Inc at 954-600-3154 or via email at: andrew@arlmarketing.com for live interview requests.
According to police reports on Sunday morning, at around 3 a.m., the soldier's car broke down a few miles from home along Westshore Blvd. The attack came when he was walking home and using Iowa St. to get from Westshore to Dale Mabry. At the intersection of Iowa and Renellie Dr., the man came into the view of a neighbor's motion-activated security camera. A group of three young men are seen walking ahead of the soldier. Police say one of the men in the group doubled back and asked the soldier to borrow a dollar. When the soldier reached for his wallet, the first punch flew. The first, tremendous sucker punch laid the victim onto the ground. The other two men joined in, punching and kicking the soldier. A fourth man comes sprinting into view from the left edge of the video. The new attacker -- a man the soldier said he had walked past earlier -- joined in the beating. Tampa Police officers say the men stole the soldier's wallet and cell phone, then took off south on Renellie Dr. When he eventually got to his feet, the victim had to knock on doors to find someone to help him call 911. The soldier was taken to Tampa General Hospital with cuts and bruises on his face and head. Police say he is expected to make a full recovery.”
Police are hoping someone will come forward with information regarding this brutal beating and call Tampa Police to help them find the attackers. Reverend Randy White will provide a reward of $5,000 to the person who leads to arrest of these four men. Please call Tampa Police at 813-354-6600 if you have information.
About Reverend Randy White
Determined to make a difference, Reverend Randy White rid himself of denominational restraints and founded local place of worship, Without Walls International Church, originally under the name South Tampa Christian Center, in 1991. It began with a sidewalk Sunday school and a desire to feed the poor. What began in an 1100 square foot storefront eventually grew to a tent, then a dome, and then to what is now today a 4,000-seat auditorium in Tampa, Florida.
Reverend Randy White's legacy continues at Without Walls International Church through its feeding programs, its outreach programs, and annual community events "Back to School Bash", "Table in the Wilderness" and Christmas Extravaganza”
Today, Reverend White is involved in the organization he founded in memory of his late daughter, Kristen Renee Foundation, and their project, Fighting for Frederick.
For more information please contact ARL Marketing & Public Relations, Inc at 954-600-3154 or via email at: andrew@arlmarketing.com for live interview requests.
Tuesday, May 1, 2012
Matty's on the Drive launches The Matty's Factor
Wednesday, September 7, 2011
The Greater Fort Lauderdale Gay and Lesbian Chamber of Commerce forms to fill a void in LGBT and LGBT Friendly business needs in Fort Lauderdale
Fifteen years after the Rainbow Alliance was created to promote LGBT and LGBT friendly tourism in the Fort Lauderdale area, the Board members realized they needed to do more for the community. The Rainbow Alliance was bound by existing Bylaws and was unable to expand to include all LGBT and LGBT-friendly businesses in Greater Fort Lauderdale.
On April 26, 2011, the Rainbow Alliance membership unanimously voted to establish the Greater Fort Lauderdale Gay and Lesbian Chamber of Commerce, Inc. (GFLGLCC) as a 501 c (6) non-profit organization dedicated to promoting business and economic opportunities for the LGBT and LGBT friendly community in the Greater Fort Lauderdale area.
The new Chamber was soon formed as an affiliate of the National Gay and Lesbian Chamber of Commerce (NGLCC). This important affiliation will extend our reach beyond Greater Fort Lauderdale. As a result, members will have access to many more benefits, compared to the Rainbow Alliance. In addition to the NGLCC affiliation and benefits, the GFLGLCC intends to work with other affiliate chambers like the Miami-Dade Gay and Lesbian Chamber of Commerce (MDGLCC) and MBA Orlando - Central Florida's LGBT Chamber of Commerce.
Membership fees are also much lower. The Rainbow Alliance dues started at $330, where a standard Business Membership with the GFLGLCC is only $250. We are also waiving new member processing fees, said Keith Blackburn, President of the newly formed GFLGLCC.
The GFLGLCC’s affiliation with the NGLCC will allow the Chamber and its members more opportunities. As a national umbrella organization, the NGLCC is a clearinghouse of ideas and information for and between businesses and organizations. The NGLCC works with Federal, State and Affiliate Chambers and business groups on various issues. Most importantly, the NGLCC is the premier advocate on behalf of LGBT owned businesses, professionals, students of business, and corporations that share in our desire to expand the community's financial opportunities, economic growth, continued innovation, and equality.
The NGLCC Supplier Diversity Initiative (SDI) offers businesses a tool to make connections and open doors with America's top corporations and each other. The SDI certifies Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and/or Transgender owned Business Enterprises (LGBTBEs) and works to provide opportunities for LGBTBEs to gain exposure within corporate procurement processes. The NGLCC SDI offers certification to LGBTBEs, as well as a host of opportunities to enhance your business' visibility to corporations seeking to do business with LGBT suppliers. Each member of the GFLGLCC will have a membership to the NGLCC and if qualified, is eligible to apply for the SDI at no additional cost.
The GFLGLCC will begin to host and promote a variety of services and events to the community and its member,, including Networkers, Workshops, Breakfasts, Luncheons, Dinners, Evening Mixers, member to member discounts, business seminars, business tables and introductions, to name a few. For a full list of events and services available through the GFLGLCC please visit www.gogayfortlauderdale.com.
For more information about the GFLGLCC, or to become a member please visit www.gogayfortlauderdale.com or contact ARL Marketing & Public Relations at 954-600-3154 or via email at: andrew@arlmarketing.com for media coverage, press kits, membership kits and live interview requests.
About Greater Fort Lauderdale Gay and Lesbian Chamber of Commerce (GFLGLCC):
The GFLGLCC is a 501 C (6) Non Profit organization, with the following Mission Statement: Dedicated to promoting business and economic opportunities for the LGBT and LGBT-friendly community in the Greater Fort Lauderdale area. To be an advocate and resource for all member businesses that promote equality. To promote tourism with a unified approach, by working with appropriate and related organizations.
About National Gay and Lesbian Chamber of Commerce (NGLCC):
The NGLCC is the business advocate and direct link between lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) business owners, corporations, and government, representing the interests of more than 1.4 million LGBT businesses and entrepreneurs. The NGLCC is committed to forming a broad-based coalition of LGBT owned and friendly businesses, professionals, and major corporations for the purpose of promoting economic growth and the prosperity of our members.
On April 26, 2011, the Rainbow Alliance membership unanimously voted to establish the Greater Fort Lauderdale Gay and Lesbian Chamber of Commerce, Inc. (GFLGLCC) as a 501 c (6) non-profit organization dedicated to promoting business and economic opportunities for the LGBT and LGBT friendly community in the Greater Fort Lauderdale area.
The new Chamber was soon formed as an affiliate of the National Gay and Lesbian Chamber of Commerce (NGLCC). This important affiliation will extend our reach beyond Greater Fort Lauderdale. As a result, members will have access to many more benefits, compared to the Rainbow Alliance. In addition to the NGLCC affiliation and benefits, the GFLGLCC intends to work with other affiliate chambers like the Miami-Dade Gay and Lesbian Chamber of Commerce (MDGLCC) and MBA Orlando - Central Florida's LGBT Chamber of Commerce.
Membership fees are also much lower. The Rainbow Alliance dues started at $330, where a standard Business Membership with the GFLGLCC is only $250. We are also waiving new member processing fees, said Keith Blackburn, President of the newly formed GFLGLCC.
The GFLGLCC’s affiliation with the NGLCC will allow the Chamber and its members more opportunities. As a national umbrella organization, the NGLCC is a clearinghouse of ideas and information for and between businesses and organizations. The NGLCC works with Federal, State and Affiliate Chambers and business groups on various issues. Most importantly, the NGLCC is the premier advocate on behalf of LGBT owned businesses, professionals, students of business, and corporations that share in our desire to expand the community's financial opportunities, economic growth, continued innovation, and equality.
The NGLCC Supplier Diversity Initiative (SDI) offers businesses a tool to make connections and open doors with America's top corporations and each other. The SDI certifies Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and/or Transgender owned Business Enterprises (LGBTBEs) and works to provide opportunities for LGBTBEs to gain exposure within corporate procurement processes. The NGLCC SDI offers certification to LGBTBEs, as well as a host of opportunities to enhance your business' visibility to corporations seeking to do business with LGBT suppliers. Each member of the GFLGLCC will have a membership to the NGLCC and if qualified, is eligible to apply for the SDI at no additional cost.
The GFLGLCC will begin to host and promote a variety of services and events to the community and its member,, including Networkers, Workshops, Breakfasts, Luncheons, Dinners, Evening Mixers, member to member discounts, business seminars, business tables and introductions, to name a few. For a full list of events and services available through the GFLGLCC please visit www.gogayfortlauderdale.com.
For more information about the GFLGLCC, or to become a member please visit www.gogayfortlauderdale.com or contact ARL Marketing & Public Relations at 954-600-3154 or via email at: andrew@arlmarketing.com for media coverage, press kits, membership kits and live interview requests.
About Greater Fort Lauderdale Gay and Lesbian Chamber of Commerce (GFLGLCC):
The GFLGLCC is a 501 C (6) Non Profit organization, with the following Mission Statement: Dedicated to promoting business and economic opportunities for the LGBT and LGBT-friendly community in the Greater Fort Lauderdale area. To be an advocate and resource for all member businesses that promote equality. To promote tourism with a unified approach, by working with appropriate and related organizations.
About National Gay and Lesbian Chamber of Commerce (NGLCC):
The NGLCC is the business advocate and direct link between lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) business owners, corporations, and government, representing the interests of more than 1.4 million LGBT businesses and entrepreneurs. The NGLCC is committed to forming a broad-based coalition of LGBT owned and friendly businesses, professionals, and major corporations for the purpose of promoting economic growth and the prosperity of our members.
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