News

Mar 13

Miami Beach Launches Grant Program for Rue Vendome Businesses

In an Effort to Support Commerce and Attract Events in the Heart of North Beach

Mar 13

Miami Beach Issues First Tranche of General Obligation Bond

Totaling $153 Million for the First Three Years

Mar 12

Miami Beach Furthers Its Commitment to Increasing Children’s Literacy

Installing Donation Bins as part of The Children’s Trust Read to Learn Books for Free Program

Mar 11

Greater Miami and the Beaches Not Chosen to Host the Upcoming DNC

A Missed Opportunity for the DNC

Mar 1

Miami Beach Leader Invited to Participate in Foreign Exchange Program

Code Compliance Assistant Director Sarah Saunders Embarks to Southeast Asia to
Collaborate with Other Leading Communities –

Feb 28

Miami Beach Invests in Additional Beach Wheelchairs for Individuals with Disabilities

Providing a better quality of life for individuals with disabilities, the City of Miami Beach has invested in new ADA beach wheelchairs to create easier access for special populations.

Feb 27

A Night of Culture on Us!

This upcoming Wednesday, the City of Miami Beach will debut its first “Culture Crawl” aiming to get residents and visitors exploring and becoming re-acquainted with Miami Beach and the plethora of their cultural offerings. Six of the nation’s most prestigious institutions and cultural centers will offer complimentary admission on March 6 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.— opening their doors for a lively night of special programming, open studios and galleries, outdoor films, live music, exclusive tours, night gardens and more. The intent is to make the Miami Beach Culture Crawl a monthly art and cultural staple.

Feb 27

Miami Beach Takes Extra Measures to Ensure a Safe Spring Break

Miami Beach will once again be welcoming large numbers of visitors for spring break this year. In preparation, the City has been planning diligently to implement a comprehensive and coordinated plan to ensure visitors are able to enjoy the beaches, while maintaining safety and resident quality of life.

Feb 14

Miami Beach Strengthens its Litter Laws & Prohibited Use of Single-Use Plastic Straws

As an environmental leader, the City Commission passed a resolution opposing Florida Senate Bill 588 and Florida House Bill 603 that would preempt the regulation of single-use straws in the State of Florida. This bill would authorize food service establishments to be able to distribute a single-use plastic straw to a customer upon request, including making single-use plastic straws available to customers through a self-serve straw dispenser.

Feb 13

Miami Beach Establishes Office of the Inspector General

Last November, 81 percent of Miami Beach voters provided a clear mandate of their support to create an Office of Inspector General (OIG). Putting the public’s voice into action, the City Commission unanimously established the independent department to address fraud, abuse and waste while implementing best practices to protect tax dollars and improve processes.