View Photos The Firefighters and Police endorse Michael Gongora for Re-election to the Miami Beach Commission..again this year.
After carefully evaluating my qualifications I have been endorsed again this year by the Firefighters and the Police Forces as the most qualified candidate for the job of Miami Beach Commissioner, Group V. Please vote for me. Punch #58.
View Photos Fundraising Event at Mango's Tropical Cafe
In the casual atmosphere of Mango's Tropical Cafe on Ocean Drive Commissioner Michael Gongora enjoyed the support of his followers.
View Photos Sunset cruise fundraiser with Commissioner Michael Gongora
401 Biscayne Blvd at DOCK SLIP C3. Please park to the EAST of Bayside on the waterfront near Hard Rock Cafe. Boarding begins at 6:30pm disembark promptly
at 7pm and returning at 9pm.
View Photos I had the pleasure to honor Cuban singer...Albita with a key to the city.
It is a wonderful thing to be part of honoring talented people.
View Photos I have two elderly grandmothers, one who broke her hip and can't get out of bed without being carried. I won't ignore the elderly.
Nothing has such a positive impact on a person as giving to others because giving is the highest level of living.
View Photos Maria Laria Television Show
My community involvement has led me to be asked to appear on several television and radio shows such as the "Maria Laria" Show where I was recently a featured guest along with community leaders such as Rev. Martinez who runs HOPE Miami Beach.
View Photos People and events I'm enjoying as Commissioner of Miami Beach
There is always something going on around me to enjoy and learn from.
View Photos I enjoy working with numerous leaders and celebrities on charitable events.
"Serving is an action, not just an idea. I want to be in the action, not just watching it. It's a lot more exciting for me to be a participant than a spectator."
View Photos Fundraiser July 25th at 5285 Pine Tree Drive
"Thank you for your selfless desire to see me benefit from your efforts...Hosts...Jeanne and Joseph Farcus...David Evensky...Alison and Daniel Farcus...Elizabeth and Noah Jacobs...Rosemary Hansford...Debra and Gerald K. Schwartz...Bruce Reich...and Marisue and Jonathan Beloff."
View Photos I always make time on my calendar for the elderly.
I am acting intentionally, not just wandering through life hoping it turns out right. My actions include paying attention to the elderly and others who need my attention.
View Photos We have to take time for the elderly.
I am always ready to listen to the concerns of the elderly.
View Photos Unity Coaltion Party
To make an impact... it is my goal to be the answer.
View Photos Family and friends are very important to me.
Michael and Maya enjoying some time together
View Photos Yard Signs
"To show your support please call Alberto Gongora at (305) 494-1324 for a yard sign. Thank you."
View Photos Florida Public Officials Design Institute
June 28, 2007- Vice Mayor Michael Gongora was awarded a Certificate of Award in 'Solving Problems Through Design' by the Florida Public Officials Design Institute of Albacoa at Florida Atlantic University. The Institute is dedicated to improving South Florida communities by offering training in smart growth and design.
View Photos North Beach Development Corporation Gala
"Serving is the art and act of focusing on someone else's interests, not my own." North Beach Development Corporation Gala awarding and honoring the winner of the Henri Levy Award.
View Photos Commissioner Michael Gongora at The Shore Club
"I have thrown myself into an adventure by rolling up my sleeves, joining a team of like-minded people, and helping my community be even better. I have found my niche in serving my community. Community service requires offering to others the same kind of attention, honor, and compassion we give to ourselves. I seek a transformation that draws people together across racial, social, and cultural divides."
View Photos Meet and Greet Fundraiser at Touch Restuarant
"I have been given some unique gifts and experiences and I seek to put them to use with as much excellence as I can muster. I seek to mobilize others to creatively address some of our city's problems. We need to expand our scope and be concerned, informed, and engaged in what's happening all around us. We all need to be involved."
View Photos Fourth Annual Miami Beach Bar Judicial Happy Hour at Touch Restaurant April 12th
"From an early age I began wanting to make a difference in my community...to give something back to the dynamic, vibrant city I call home. I believe I can make a difference that fosters growth and stability."
View Photos Law Week Miami Beach Bar Association Luncheon
"I value hard work for a worthwhile cause. For my calling I am satisfied to get up early and stay late. Working for my community is worth giving up some of my self-interests. I won't be satisfied with mediocrity. I am working wholeheartedly, making my best effort. I am devoting my time and energy to pursuits inside my strength zone as I work for my city. I have the aspiration and ability...the 'knack'...talent and motivation. I continue to move toward my purpose, the deeper fulfillment and sustaining significance that comes when you are pursuing a calling."
View Photos Law Day at Treasure Island Elementary School
"Let's all join the movement and give something of lasting value to our children! 'Liberty Under the Law: Empowering Youth Assuring Democracy'. Keeping tabs on our most precious asset...our children, our students and taking charge of education will always be a number one priority. This is why I always accept the opportunity to attend our schools and share with our students during Law Week. Real service always grows others. It's bottom line must be measured in the lives of those around me."
View Photos Nikki Beach Meet and Greet Fundraiser
"Miami Beach is one of the most exciting cities in the world. I am focusing on quality of life issues affecting our city. My professional skills...interpersonal, communication, presentation, relating to people, listening, and negotiation skills as well as my experience led me to pursue this step in public service. I am a leader with experience and vision working to make Miami Beach an even better place to live, work, and play."
View Photos Earth Day
"Let's work together to reclaim, redeem and fix what is broken."
View Photos Meet and Greet Fundraiser March 29, 2007 at the Law Offices of Bratter-Krieger
"Thank you to my hosts for this event: Sol Genet, Matt Krieger, Steven Zuckerman and Josh Bratter. Together let's transform our city into something even more amazing and dynamic than it already is."
View Photos 2007 Campaign Kick-off for the Re-election of a proven leader, Michael Gongora
"Winning the election ripened as the fruit of my vision and labor with the investment of so many individuals who worked alongside me. Without the many gifted people who keep me on tract and on time I would not be able to attempt fulfilling my aspiration. There is a lot of work ahead of us."
View Photos Commissioner Michael Gongora is sworn in as President of the Miami Beach Bar Association on December 14, 2006
"Spectating never compares with the thrills and chills of being in the middle of the action. I guarantee, it's far more exhilarating to be a participant than a spectator."
View Photos Michael Gongora is sworn in as Miami Beach City Commissioner November 22, 2006
"I have been called a 'go-to-guy', a man with a single-minded commitment to the cause. If you review my credentials and experience you will find that I have been preparing for this work my entire adult life. My drive, energy and focus have led me to this step in public service. There is a certain 'settled-ness' to me in my calling. My calling reaches beyond me and pursuing my calling means responding in ways that always expands my boundaries. I look at my role in the bigger picture of what needs to be done living a life with fullness of meaning through the work I am doing. I believe I am exactly where I am supposed to be. Running for the Miami Beach Commission was one of the best decisions I ever made."
View Photos Election Day 2006
Election Day...the voters were saying yes to Michael's agenda for Miami Beach