Statement from Mayor Carlos A. Gimenez on the death of Georgia Ayers

(MIAMI, February 17, 2015) – “I join residents of Miami-Dade County in mourning the death of Georgia Ayers. Mrs. Ayers was one of Miami's most influential civil rights activists who worked tirelessly to guide troubled young people away from the criminal justice system and encouraged them to lead productive lives. Her work as the founder of the Alternative Programs will always be remembered as well as her contributions to Miami-Dade County’s history. My deepest condolences go out to her family and friends.”