September 20, 2024
North Miami Mayor Dr. Alix Desulme, Ed.D., is proud to announce a special street renaming ceremony in honor of Dr. Gilbert Leung, a beloved and respected figure in the community. The ceremony will take place on Monday, September 23, 2024, at 11:00 AM.
During the ceremony, Mayor Desulme will redesignate NE 126th Street and between NE 8th Avenue and NE 9th Avenue, in Dr. Leung’s name, to recognize his ongoing commitment to the community.
Dr. Leung has dedicated himself as a primary care physician in the City of North Miami since July 1983. He now leads three medical centers, a dental center, and an urgent care center. Dr. Leung has served as the City of North Miami Physician for 40 years and his longstanding commitment to the City of North Miami and the community continues.
This street renaming is a testament to his legacy of dedication, service, and leadership.
Event Details
Date: Monday, September 23, 2024
Time: 11:00 AM
Location: 888 NE 126 Street, North Miami, FL 33161
This is a public event, and the community is encouraged to attend and be part of this historic moment.
Please RSVP.
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Media Contact
Stephanie Zenon, Communications Officer II
305-893-6511, Ext. 12152
szenon@northmiamifl.gov
About the City of North Miami
North Miami is a suburban city located in northeast Miami-Dade County, Florida. It is roughly 10 miles (16 km) north of Miami. The city lies on Biscayne Bay which surrounds the Biscayne Bay Campus of Florida International University. North Miami is home to a diverse demographic of residents. With more than 64,000 residents, North Miami is the sixth largest city in Miami-Dade County. We are home to the Oleta River State Park; the largest urban park in the Florida State Park System and the nationally accredited Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA North Miami).