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Miami announces details for upcoming city commission meeting
A regularly scheduled meeting of the Miami City Commission will be held on Thursday, June 13, 2024, at 9:00 a.m. in the City Commission chambers located at Miami City Hall, 3500 Pan American Drive, Miami, FL 33133.
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Miami cancels city commission meeting due to extreme weather
Due to extreme weather and dangerous road conditions, the Miami City Commission meeting scheduled for Thursday, June 13, 2024, has been cancelled.
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State of emergency declared in Miami
Today, Mayor Francis X. Suarez declared a State of Emergency for the City of Miami.
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City services suspended due to state of emergency
All City services at Miami Riverside Center, City Hall, Parks and Recreation, summer camps, and Solid Waste have been suspended for June 13, 2024 due to the State of Emergency. An update will be provided once services resume.
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Special Miami city commission meeting rescheduled for June
Pursuant to Miami City Code Section 2-33(o), a special City Commission meeting will be held on Tuesday, June 18, 2024, at 9:00 a.m. in the City Commission chambers located at Miami City Hall, 3500 Pan American Drive, Miami, FL 33133.
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City of Miami to maintain regular garbage pickup on Juneteenth
The City of Miami Department of Solid Waste will conduct its regularly scheduled bulky trash services on Wednesday, June 19, 2024, coinciding with the Juneteenth holiday.
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Miami ranks #22 on EPA's list for most Energy Star-certified Buildings
Every year, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announces the cities that were home to the most ENERGY STAR-certified buildings in the previous year. The EPA first released this list in 2009 to help raise awareness about the significant benefits energy-efficient buildings can provide for the economy and environment. ENERGY STAR-certified buildings are verified to be more energy efficient than 75% of similar buildings nationwide. Thanks to their efficiency, they use an average of 35% less energy than typical buildings and cause fewer emissions, including 35% fewer...
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Miami to maintain regular waste pickup schedule on Memorial Day
The City of Miami Department of Solid Waste will conduct its regularly scheduled garbage, recycling, and bulky trash services on Monday, May 27, 2024 – Memorial Day. Residents who receive garbage, recycling, and bulky trash services on Monday should place their items in front of their homes the evening before collection day. Additionally, all garbage, recycling, and bulky trash items should be placed curbside on the public right of way five feet away from all objects.
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Miami temporarily closes four spoil islands to combat littering
Effective Friday, May 24, 2024, the City of Miami will temporarily close four spoil islands: Osprey Island, Morningside Island, Pace Picnic Island (also known as 'Teachers Island'), and Willis Island. This measure aims to prevent contamination and littering in Biscayne Bay and its surrounding areas.
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5.1% of citizens unemployed in Miami-Dade County in 2021
The unemployment rate in Miami-Dade County hit 5.1% among residents aged 16 and 65 years old in 2021.
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Miami City Commission meeting scheduled for May 23, 2024
The Miami City Commission has announced a regularly scheduled meeting to be held on Thursday, May 23, 2024, at 9:00 a.m. The meeting will take place in the City Commission chambers located at Miami City Hall, 3500 Pan American Drive, Miami, FL 33133.
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FDA conducted inspections of 4 companies in cities located in Miami-Dade County in April
There were four companies in cities associated with Miami-Dade County that received four FDA inspections in April, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.
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City of Miami: Most Improved on ACEEE Scorecard
The City of Miami has been recognized as one of the most improved cities on the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE) City Clean Energy Scorecard. According to the report, Miami has significantly improved its ranking, moving from #49 to #27 on the latest scorecard released by ACEEE.Miami's progress can be attributed to its focus on energy efficiency and reducing greenhouse gas emissions, particularly in the Buildings category. The city's efforts, such as the electrification goals in the Miami Forever Carbon Neutral plan and stormwater management...
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Department of Housing & Community Development to hold Public Hearings
The City of Miami Department of Housing & Community Development is set to host public hearings to address community needs and establish priorities for federally funded activities within the city. The meetings are part of the preparations for the City of Miami Consolidated Plan 2024-2028 and Action Plan 2024-2025.The department will discuss activities that can be funded through federal grant programs, including the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG), Home Investment Partnerships Program (HOME), and Housing Opportunities for Persons...
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Notice of City Commission Meeting April 11, 2024
A regularly scheduled meeting of the Miami City Commission is set to take place on Thursday, April 11, 2024, at 9:00 a.m. at the City Commission chambers in Miami City Hall. The meeting will be broadcast live on various platforms for public viewing, as stated by the city's notice released on April 4, 2024.Members of the public are encouraged to engage with the meeting by submitting public comments on agenda items. These comments can be made through an online form and will become part of the public record. Additionally, individuals have the option to provide live public...
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Miami City Commission Meeting Scheduled for May 9, 2024
The Miami City Commission has announced that a meeting is set to take place on Thursday, May 9, 2024, at 9:00 a.m. at the City Commission chambers in Miami City Hall. The meeting will be available for public viewing through various online platforms and channels.Individuals interested in providing public comments on agenda items for the May 9th meeting have the option to do so through an online comment form. These comments will then be shared with Elected Officials and City Administration, becoming part of the public record. The deadline for submitting public comments...
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How many companies in cities in Miami-Dade County received FDA inspections in 2023?
There were 185 companies in cities associated with Miami-Dade County that received 189 FDA inspections in 2023, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.
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Federal Court Dismisses Complaint Against City of Miami and Officials
Plaintiffs Bill Fuller and Martin Pinilla, along with fourteen associated entities, have had their first amended complaint against the City of Miami and 11 city employees and elected officials dismissed by a federal court for the second time. The judge presiding over the case expressed dissatisfaction with the amended complaint, stating that it seemed more suited for the media than for the court. The judge emphasized the importance of separating claims against each defendant and avoiding language that could jeopardize due process.In the ruling, the judge highlighted the...
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Census Bureau: 79.5% of people in Miami-Dade County were old enough to vote in 2021
Of the 2,690,113 citizens living in Miami-Dade County in 2021, 79.5% were old enough to vote, equating to 2,139,186 individuals, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained on Oct. 26.
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City Manager Announces Promotions & Appointment to Leadership Team
City Manager Art Noriega V has announced the promotion of Natasha Colebrook-Williams to the position of Deputy City Manager, the promotion of Asael Marrero to the position of Assistant City Manager of Infrastructure, the appointment of Barbara Hernandez as Assistant City Manager of Operations, and the appointment of Deputy Fire Chief Robert Hevia to the position of Fire Chief.According to the announcement, Mrs. Colebrook-Williams brings with her over twenty (20) years of experience in local government administration and non-profit organizational leadership. She has served...