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Bovo: Not a Fool (Bobo) – Not Even Close! “Oh what a fool, what a fool, getting paid without working… He retired, and did it without warning.”
That could be the new hit song in the streets of Hialeah, where Mayor Esteban Bovo Jr.’s latest move has left many speechless—and their wallets lighter. But don’t worry, because the only pocket that’s full… is his.
Bovo’s Farewell: Tears… or Calculation?
In a video that circulated on social media, the now-former mayor Esteban Bovo Jr. announced his retirement with an emotional—and carefully rehearsed—farewell. With a trembling voice, melancholic gaze, and measured tone, Bovo spoke of “public service,” “family,” and “gratitude.”
But what he didn’t say between those teary-eyed moments was this: while preaching sacrifice, he had already signed off on a retroactive retirement package worth thousands of dollars per year.
Many in Hialeah watched and said: “I almost cried too… from anger!”
Because while the video tried to paint a picture of humility and honor, internal documents told another story: that of a politician who made sure his pockets were lined before taking his final bow.
The Masterstroke of the “Not-So-Foolish”
On April 7, 2025, Esteban Bovo Jr. announced his retirement as mayor of Hialeah, citing family reasons. But while one hand penned words of gratitude and sacrifice, the other had already signed off on a lucrative reward: a retroactive payment of $44,594.12 for accumulated retirement benefits from November 2021 to March 2025.
Yes, you read that right. Retroactive. With surgical precision. And without a hint of shame.
But that’s not all.
According to a March 12 letter signed by the city’s Retirement Division, Bovo ensured his new “retired-with-benefits” status wouldn’t stop him from collecting salaries or holding new political positions if he decides to return under a different title. A double salary in disguise? He wouldn’t be the first… or the last in Miami-Dade.
$190,000 a Year: The Dream Retirement (For Him)
Additional documents reveal how Bovo, with the City Council’s approval, granted himself a lifetime pension exceeding $190,000 annually, plus benefits—all without an open public vote, no community input, and applied retroactively.
No wonder they say “he who doesn’t cry, doesn’t get fed”… but in this case, Bovo didn’t even cry. He just drafted, signed, and cashed in.
Bovo by Name, But Far from a Fool
Many in Hialeah play with his last name, joking: “Bovo, but he’s no fool.” And it takes serious cunning (or sheer audacity) to manipulate a public system designed—in theory—to serve the community, not exploit it.
Meanwhile, Hialeah’s streets still need repaving, parks await maintenance, and many city employees haven’t seen real raises in years.
But the outgoing mayor secured himself a luxury retirement. And the people? They’re left waiting.
Summary of the Move:
| Document | Date | Action |
|---|---|---|
| Bovo’s Resignation Letter | April 7, 2025 | Announces retirement “for family reasons.” |
| COO Appointment Letter | March 3, 2025 | Promotes new leadership while preparing his exit. |
| Retirement Division Letter | March 12, 2025 | Approves $44,594.12 in retroactive retirement payments. |
| Payment Records | 2021-2025 | Shows regular payouts as an official, stacking benefits. |
Who Pays for This Lifetime Pension?
While former Mayor Esteban Bovo locks in an annual income of $190,000+, the real question isn’t how much—but who foots the bill.
The answer is simple but painful:
You. Me. Us. Hialeah taxpayers.
Through the city’s pension fund, fueled by local taxes, residents—including workers barely surviving on minimum wage—are financing a retroactive, lifetime pension approved behind closed doors.
And while citizens wait for better public services, parks, infrastructure, or fair wages for city employees…
👉 the man who signed his golden parachute walks away with a full suitcase.
The Retirement Anthem: “I’m No Fool”
“Bovo’s my name, but a fool I’m not,
I signed my retirement, gave it no thought.
While you keep working, I’ve already left,
and that golden check? I cashed it myself.”
Oh, buddy… in Hialeah, they just signed off on a sweet retirement deal…
And it was retroactive, man!
In the city of sun and palm trees,
Bovo signed with perfect calm, please.
A letter so nicely penned,
saying he’d go away…
But before he turned the corner,
he’d already cashed his pay,
and left the little people
to foot the bill one day!
Bovo’s no fool, no fool is he!
He left while cashing out, so carefree.
Bovo’s no fool, no fool is he!
And that fat check? He dropped it at his feet.
He says it’s for his family,
for love and for his home,
but in the very same move,
he locked in his own throne.
Over one ninety grand,
each year for half the work,
now that’s a slick maneuver!
Not even the Lottery could jerk.
Bovo’s no fool, no fool is he!
But the people got played, just wait and see.
Bovo’s no fool, no fool is he!
Says goodbye… but with a fat fee.
Bovo’s no fool, no fool is he!
Gets double pay if he comes back—what a spree!
“If you wanna be mayor, study the play…
sign on the quiet, then walk away…”
Bovo’s no fool, no fool is he!
He cashed out and left, so smoothly.
Bovo’s no fool, no fool is he!
A fool? Please… not even a penny’s free!
What Now?
The people of Hialeah deserve transparency, ethics, and accountability. This move, though legal under city ordinances, is a moral slap in the face to taxpayers.
Will this system be reformed? Or will other “not-so-foolish” politicians follow the same path?
The story continues, but Bovo’s retirement is already a reality… paid for by you.
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