Page 11 - Martin Downs Bulletin - December '24

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November Dish With The Commish

The Palm City Chamber of Commerce, along with Martin
County District 5 Commissioner Ed Ciampi, recently had the
honor of hosting Dr. Bromberg of Volunteers in Medicine
(VIM). This life-changing organization provides free
healthcare to uninsured adults in Martin County, ensuring
that those who keep our community running have access to
the care they need.
Dr. Bromberg and his dedicated team are doing incredible
work, offering vital medical services to individuals aged
18-64 who meet income eligibility requirements. Their
commitment ensures that no one in our community
must choose between basic needs and their health. This
collaborative effort between local leadership and VIM
highlights the power of community-driven solutions to Palm City Chamber of Commerce Marketing
address healthcare disparities. and Sales Director Christiana Masterson;
We applaud the tireless work of Dr. Bromberg and his Amy Ondrovic, First Southern Bank;
team and encourage others to learn about and support this Volunteers in Medicine Ambassador Mandi Roe; Susan Maxwell Volunteers in Medicine Dr. Jordan Bromberg,
invaluable resource. Volunteers in Medicine reminds us all, Dr. Jordan Bromberg Team at Remax of Stuart; Dawn Smith, First Katie Makemson, Mary Fields, and Commissioner
that when we work together, we can create a healthier, more and Martin County Southern Bank; and Treasurer and Board Ed Ciampi
inclusive community for all. Commissioner Ed Ciampi Member Rebecca Beckett, HJ Sims
Veterans Memorial 5K

166 runners participated in our 5th annual Veterans
Memorial Bridge 5K, on November 9th, 2024. Special
thanks to Representative John Snyder for delivering the
opening remarks and leading participants in the Pledge
of Allegiance. Pastor Chad Fair led the opening prayer,
reminding everyone of the importance of service and
gratitude. Representative Toby Overdorf concluded
the event with closing statements, reinforcing the
significance of community engagement and support for
our veterans.
This year’s overall male winner was Uriel Monjaras, Liz Ciampi Executive
who finished with an impressive time of 21:59.1. The Director of the Palm City
overall female winner was Kay Trager crossing the finish Chamber of Commerce
line with a time of 22:22.6. Congratulations to both First Place Female Kay First Place Male Uriel and Palm City Chamber
winners for their outstanding performances! Trager Monjaras Uriel Monjaras, Kay Trager, of Commerce Ambassador
All participants received a complimentary ticket to the Liz Ciampi Missi Campbell
Stuart Airshow. Additionally, a portion of the proceeds
from the 5K will be donated to Southeast Florida Honor
Flight, an organization dedicated to honoring veterans by
flying them to Washington, D.C., to visit the memorials
built in their honor.
Thank you to all the participants, volunteers, and
sponsors who made this event possible. We look forward
to continuing this tradition of honoring our veterans and
supporting those who have served our country.
Representative John Snyder

R e p re se n t a t i v e To b y Representative John Snyder
Overdorf and Commissioner Ed Ciampi

Palm City Chamber of
Commerce Ambassadors
Mandi Roe and Lesley
Vestrich Sponsors

Veterans Memorial Bridge Run Group Sandhill Cove

All veteran participants

Ambassador Evie Klaassen and Board Member Steve
Veterans Memorial Bridge Run Group Palm City Chamber Klaassen