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Board reviews community dance classes, hears about local business interest in 5K sponsorship
Summary
Board members discussed a planned monthly dance-night series at Vogel Park led by Miami Dance Arts (sessions of about 45–60 minutes, ~15 participants, per-session cost estimated at $200–$350) and heard that Treasure Island Fitness owner Maria Guillen is interested in sponsoring and helping organize a proposed North Bay Village 5K, pending budget approval.
Board members discussed two community event items at the meeting: a proposed monthly community dance night at Vogel Park led by Miami Dance Arts, and a potential sponsorship and partnership for a planned North Bay Village 5K from a local business owner.
A committee member outlined the dance program: sessions would begin with a first date in November to allow promotion, run monthly with class length typically 45 minutes to one hour, and enroll about 15 people per session; costs were estimated in the range of $200 to $350 per session depending on format and length. "The school is Miami Dance Arts," the presenter said, adding that the village would initially fund the lessons and could continue the program if attendance supported it.
Commissioner Acosta relayed that Maria Guillen, owner of Treasure Island Fitness, wants to participate in the 5K planning and help secure sponsorship and business engagement. "She wants to bring her expertise and help us maybe get sponsors," Commissioner Acosta said, and offered to forward Guillen's contact information to the clerk for follow-up. Board members emphasized that any formal support or funding would depend on the village budget process.
Board members agreed to monitor registration and interest for the dance sessions and to include the 5K funding ask in upcoming budget discussions. If attendance for the dance program grows, staff suggested adding sessions or instructors.
