Miami Gardens is set to celebrate a significant moment in the city’s ongoing transformation with the unveiling of the Miami Gardens Monumental Letters and the Hon. Oliver G. Gilbert III Arch of Progress on Monday, May 5, 2025.
The ceremony will take place at the Sunshine State Arch, located at NW 13th Ave and 167th St at 10:00 AM.
This revitalization project is being made possible by a Placemaking Grant from the National Association of REALTORS. The goal of the project is to foster stronger community ties, enhance relationships with local government, and drive economic development through the revitalization of key public spaces.
Haitian-American Councilwoman Linda Julien, who spearheaded the project, believes that the arch and monumental letters will serve as symbols of unity and progress in Miami Gardens.
“Our community is stronger when we invest in spaces that bring people together,” said Councilwoman Julien. “These installations are more than just structures; they are symbols.”
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Gilbert is a former mayor, former Chairman of the Miami-Dade Board of County Commission, District 1 County Commissioner, and a transformative leader who was instrumental in the city’s rise as a cultural and economic hub.
Under his leadership, Miami Gardens achieved All-American City status in 2020, a testament to the growth and development of the area during his tenure. The renaming of the arch symbolizes the lasting impact of Gilbert’s contributions and leadership.
“These installations are more than just structures; they are symbols of the progress we’ve made as a city and the leadership that has guided us,” Julien added.
The event, which is open to the public, will celebrate Miami Gardens’ ongoing transformation and honor Mayor Gilbert’s contributions to the city’s success. For more information, contact Steven Meza, Legislative Analyst to Councilwoman Linda Julien, at smeza@miamigardens-fl.gov.
