For as long as one can remember, the residents of Miami Lakes have endured the airplanes flying into Opa Locka over our homes. I believe that our resident and businesses deserve some recognition and potential benefits from the new developments at the airport.

Currently the airport is named Miami-Opa Locka Executive Airport. The (Miami) was add several years ago to benefit the County. I propose that the airport be renamed Miami Lakes-Opa Locka Executive Airport. A good example is Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood Airport, where both cities benefit from the airport.

Miami Lakes is the only full service city neighboring the airport that offers luxury and casual hotels, restaurants and shopping. We also have a world class golf course.

The following is the airport bio from their website: "Miami-Opa Locka Executive Airport (OPF) is located only 10 minutes from Hard RockStadium (home of the Miami Dolphins) and 35 minutes from Marlins Park (home of the Florida Marlins), 35 minutes from Downtown Miami, 30 minutes from Miami Beach and only 20 minutes from Miami International Airport. Designated as a reliever to Miami International Airport, Miami-Opa locka Executive Airport features no landing fees and quick and easy access. The airport offers full FBO service, a wide range of aircraft repair and maintenance services, including airframe, powerplant and avionics repair, and US Custom Service on the airfield. The airport is also home to the busiest U.S. Coast Guard Air/Sea Rescue Station."