#IAMRIVIERABEACH Dr. Julia Botel, Councilmember for Riviera Beach District 4, Daijah Harvin Artie Wi

After reading the book ACRES OF DIAMONDS by Russell Conwell, I am convinced we are all leaving the diamond mines in our own backyards as we travel around the world looking for larger diamonds, when in fact the diamonds we seek are found within us and our hometown, from whence we came. Therefore, we are calling the podcast, #IAMRIVIERABEACH. Today's Guest: Dr. Julia BotelDr. Julia Botel brings to the council a rich background in both the private and public sectors, most recently as deputy superintendent of schools in Pennsylvania, overseeing a $143 million budget and 1200 employees. Previously she held executive positions at Apple Computer.Dr. Botel has a wide range of interests in serving Riviera Beach, including improving the city's pro-business reputation in order to attract new businesses, thereby creating more jobs and increasing homeownership for citizens. Her background in education has led to a keen desire to create an educated workforce capable of taking advantage of lucrative opportunities in Riviera Beach's burgeoning maritime and construction industries, particularly in the field of skilled trades and logistics. Trimming city budgets by eliminating duplication and waste is another area on which she focuses.Connect with Dr. Bolet: 1 561-762-5760Call into the podcast dial 661-554-9219. Join me Ann McNeill, and co-host Dan Callaway 561-531-9184 or 561-848-4991 as we discuss the history, the present, and the future of our great city. Any questions or comments you can reach Ann McNeill at 786-546-0184