ASPA South Florida Chapter

11/08/2026

🗳️ Your vote. Your voice. Your future.

South Florida, make your voice heard in the 2026 Elections! Before voting, take time to research the candidates, understand the issues, and review your sample ballot.

📅 Primary Election: August 18
🗳️ Early Voting: August 8–16

📅 General Election: November 3
🗳️ Early Voting: October 24–31

Early voting dates and polling information may vary by county, so be sure to check with your respective county Supervisor of Elections for polling locations, hours, voter registration information, and sample ballots.

📍 Broward County: browardvotes.gov⁠
📍 Miami-Dade County: votemiamidade.gov⁠
📍 Palm Beach County: votepalmbeach.gov⁠

Be informed. Be involved. Make your voice heard. 🇺🇸

31/07/2026

🔦✨ ASPA Member Spotlight ✨🔦

🎉 Congratulations to Jared Crawford, MPA, on His Appointment as 2nd Vice President of the Florida State Council of the American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE)! 🎉

Please join us in celebrating Jared Crawford, MPA, a valued Member of the ASPA South Florida Board of Directors, former Chair of our Membership Committee, and current Chair of our Ad Hoc Public Policy Committee, on his appointment as 2nd Vice President of the Florida State Council of AFGE.

In this important statewide leadership role, Jared will assist the President and Executive Board in coordinating legislative advocacy and lobbying efforts while serving as the liaison on legislative and political matters affecting AFGE members throughout Florida.

As our former Membership Committee Chair, Jared played an instrumental role in strengthening member engagement and helping grow our chapter. Today, as Chair of our Ad Hoc Public Policy Committee, he is leading efforts to educate our members on important public policy issues impacting the public sector. If you’re interested in joining the committee and helping advance thoughtful discussions on public policy, Jared is the person to connect with!

We are incredibly proud to have Jared serving on our Board of Directors and representing ASPA South Florida through his leadership at both the local and state levels. Congratulations on this well-deserved achievement, and we wish him continued success in this exciting new role.

👏 Please join us in congratulating Jared on this outstanding accomplishment!

10/07/2026

🏆 Nominations Are Now Open for the ASPA South Florida Chapter Annual Awards!

Help us recognize the individuals and organizations making a meaningful impact in public service throughout our communities.

Award recipients will be honored at the ASPA South Florida Chapter Annual Awards Ceremony on Saturday, October 24, at the University of Miami Newman Alumni Center.

📅 Nomination Deadline: Wednesday, July 15 at 5:00 p.m.

🏅 Award Categories:
• Public Service Organization of the Year
• Elected Official of the Year
• Rising Star of the Year
• Non-Profit Organization of the Year
• Jonathon P. West Educator of the Year
• Public Administrator of the Year

✨ Know someone who deserves recognition? Submit your nomination today:
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Thank you for helping us celebrate excellence in public service and honor those who make a difference every day.

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30/06/2026

🏆 Nominations Are Now Open for the ASPA South Florida Chapter Annual Awards!

Help us recognize the individuals and organizations making a meaningful impact in public service throughout our communities.
Award recipients will be honored at the ASPA South Florida Chapter Annual Awards Ceremony on Saturday, October 24, at the University of Miami Newman Alumni Center.

📅 Nomination Deadline: Wednesday, July 15 at 5 p.m.

🏅 Award Categories:�• Public Service Organization of the Year�• Elected Official of the Year�• Rising Star of the Year�• Non-Profit Organization of the Year�• Jonathon P. West Educator of the Year�• Public Administrator of the Year

✨ Know someone who deserves recognition? Submit a nomination today: https://bit.ly/3QrJvjs

Thank you for helping us celebrate excellence in public service and honor those who make a difference every day.

30/06/2026

Join the ASPA South Florida Chapter for a free, virtual forum on the proposed property tax reform. Learn the facts, understand potential impacts on homeowners, local governments, public services, and fiscal sustainability, and ask questions to support informed understanding ahead of November 3.

📅 Wednesday, July 22
🕡 6:30-8:00 PM ET
💻 Zoom

Hear from featured panelists:�• Rep. Ashley Gantt (District 109)�• Rep. Dotie Joseph (District 108)�• Commissioner Daniela Jean, North Miami Beach

Join the Zoom meeting here: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82771045941?pwd=ASPA2026

01/06/2026

✨ Your next getaway could be just one ticket away!

🚢 Enter ASPA South Florida’s Cruise Raffle for a chance to win a Valentine’s Day & Super Bowl Weekend Cruise aboard Royal Caribbean’s Brilliance of the Seas!

📅 Cruise Dates: February 12–15, 2027
📍 Sailing from Port Everglades

🌴 Cruise Stops:
• Nassau, Bahamas
• Grand Bahama Island

🎟 Raffle Tickets:
• $50 = 1 Ticket
• $100 = 3 Tickets
📅 Drawing: October 24, 2026
👉 Enter here: https://givebutter.com/aspacruiseraffle

Celebrate Valentine’s Day and Super Bowl weekend at sea while supporting scholarships and student opportunities through ASPA South Florida.

01/06/2026

🏈❤️ Whether you’re cheering for your favorite team, celebrating with someone special, or both, set sail for an unforgettable weekend at sea.

🚢 Join the ASPA South Florida Chapter’s Valentine’s Day & Super Bowl Fundraiser Cruise 2027 aboard Royal Caribbean’s Brilliance of the Seas and enjoy the ultimate weekend getaway while supporting student scholarships and public service initiatives.

🗓 February 12–15, 2027
📍 Departing from Port Everglades
🌴 Stops in Nassau & Grand Bahama

✨ Rates starting at just $439 per person (double occupancy)
💵 Secure your spot with only a $100 deposit

📲 Contact Baileys Luxury Travel (Agent Radika) at 954-505-4540 to book today!

29/05/2026

🎊 Congratulations to the ASPA South Florida Chapter’s newly elected Corresponding Secretary, Dayana Bennett-Ahmed!

We’re excited for the leadership and positive impact she’ll bring to the chapter. Wishing her a successful and rewarding term ahead!

28/05/2026

🎉 Congratulations to the ASPA South Florida Chapter’s newly elected Board Members! 👏

We’re excited to welcome these amazing professionals and look forward to all the ideas, leadership, and energy they’ll bring to the chapter. Thank you for stepping up to serve and help make a positive impact in our community. Wishing you all a successful and rewarding term ahead! 🌟

Jared Crawford - Board Member; Social Security Claims Specialist, AFGE Legislative Political Coordinator, Prince Hall Free Mason Past Most Illustrious Pelican Grand Council Grand Recorder

Martha Parfait - Board Member; Administrative Supervisor - City of Fort Lauderdale’s Transportation and Mobility Department

Silvia M. Pereiro - Board Member; Sr. Executive Assistant - Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine at Florida International University

Dr. Stephanie S. Thomas - Board Member; Deputy City Clerk/Director City of North Miami 

Please join us in congratulating them! 🎊

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27/05/2026

✨ Ready to unwind, get creative, and make new connections?

Join the ASPA South Florida Chapter for Paint. Sip. Connect. — an evening of networking, creativity, and community impact. 🎨

Enjoy good vibes, great people, food and drinks provided by the chapter, plus a little friendly competition with prizes 👀

📅 Thursday, June 18
🕖 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
📍 Painting with a Twist – Davie Studio
5810 S University Dr, Suite #106
Davie, FL 33328

🎟️ Secure your ticket today:
https://www.paintingwithatwist.com/studio/davie/event/4289210/