2025 Miami Shores Village Council Election: Candidate Information

Starting off as a renter, I have been a proud member of this community since 2011. I was lucky enough to be able to purchase my home in the summer of 2019, but it wasn’t until my own sanctity was threatened with a gas station across from my house that I truly realized how special this community was. As I gathered at meetings with my devoted neighbors, I got to see what a community fighting for its right to decide looks like up close.

The individuals I met along the way inspired me to join an effort to keep the village beautiful while some municipalities across the state continue to get crushed by unchecked greed. Do we have some areas that need development? Of course. Do we have a growing number of facilities that need modernizing? Definitely.

All I ask is that we make these decisions as a community together. Listen to each other and work towards goals that protect what makes this place so special for so many of us. This is our home, we have that right. If you believe the future of the village can be better than its past then support me in this election. I urge all residents who have ideas for this community to reach out for a conversation.

Jerome Charles is a current Councilmember of Miami Shores Village and is running for re-election. As a 47-year resident of Miami Shores, he appreciates the distinct residential character of the Village and understands the challenges it faces.

Since he was elected in April 2023, Jerome’s voting record reflects his commitment to preserving the unique qualities of Miami Shores and planning responsibly for the Village’s current and future needs. His voting record includes adopting the Comprehensive Plan Amendment, adopting Community Residential District zoning regulations, initiating several master plans for parks, stormwater, and septic to sewer, and taking initial steps to renovate the Miami Shores Country Club & Golf Course.

Jerome’s platform is centered around residents' needs. He will continue to actively seek community input, listen to the residents, and turn their priorities and concerns into actionable results that will enhance and protect the Village.

Jerome and his wife Tabitha have raised their two children here and are deeply rooted in and genuinely care about Miami Shores Village. Re-electing Jerome Charles will ensure continuity on the Council and will help the Village continue moving in the right direction.

My name is Patrick Devaney, and I am running for Miami Shores Village Council. I have lived in Miami Shores for all of my life, having attended both St. Rose of Lima and Doctor’s Charter School. I later received degrees at the University of Florida and Florida International University. I’m running to ensure our village remains a great place to live while making thoughtful, necessary updates to address future challenges.

My approach balances preserving the character of Miami Shores with practical improvements. I support carefully planned business growth in key areas to strengthen our tax base while maintaining the "community feel" that residents value. I also want to work with Miami-Dade County on long-term solutions for sea-level rise and flooding to protect property values.

Additionally, I’ll push for better access to parks and public spaces to strengthen community engagement and use technology to streamline services like permitting and zoning. With experience in sustainability initiatives, a background in the technology industry, and a strong connection to civic service, I will bring a thoughtful, proactive approach to the Council.

My goal is to keep Miami Shores a thriving, welcoming community while ensuring it adapts to the needs of the future.