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News / Information / Forms
 HURRICANE PREPAREDNESS:
"Hope for the best, plan for the worst" is a maxim common to most seasoned South Floridians. A smart way to start planning is by reviewing the Viilage's compilation of crucial strategies and tips common to all disasters, including tropical storms and hurricanes. Produced by the Public Works department, this handy brochure (below) answers questions such as "Why do I need to separate my yard trash and bulky waste" and What do I do with household hazardous waste? The brochure also addresses what to do "Before a Storm," "During a Storm," and the dos and don'ts "After a Storm."
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 STORMWATER RUNOFF:
It's common knowledge that reckless disposal of chemicals, paint, or motor oil into a storm drain is a major environmental no-no. But who knew that seemingly harmless yard clippings and leaves can also be troublesome. According to the following pamphlet (below), improperly discarded yard waste has a tendency to contribute excessive nutrients and organic matter to storm water, which in turn triggers algae blooms in our waterways whereby depleting dissolved oxygen levels that fish need to survive.
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 WHITEFLIES:
A voracious pest has, regrettably, made a new home in South Florida: the Fig Whitefly. It attacks fichus trees. If you have fichus trees in your property, please read the information provided:
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 BLOCK PARTIES:
There's more to planning a block party than buying plenty of ice. Effective May 2009, the Public Works department requires that residents file an application for a Temporary Street Closing Permit to be received by Public Works no later than 14 DAYS PRIOR to the event. The permittee must also have a petition signed by 75% of residents within the area being barricaded prior to permit approval, and must provide announcement to all residents living in the area. Please see/download the following Permit Application for details (and attached Petition form):
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Biography of Director of Public Works Corrice Patterson
 Director Corrice Patterson
About the Department of Public Works/Department Goals
The Department of Public Works is responsible for the support and maintenance of the Village infrastructure including all properties consisting of public right-of-ways, medians, facilities, and buildings within the Village boundaries. Additionally, the Department oversees street beautification projects, Stormwater activities, and planning and construction management for various Capital Improvement Projects affecting the Village's infrastructure. Solid waste, garbage and yard trash pick ups, are handled through Miami-Dade County.
The Public Works Department has continued to deliver excellence every day. Rain or shine, the crews are ever-present, assisting the residents. This small town approach continues to exemplify the best of Palmetto Bay.
Department Goals
Personnel
- Increase job-related training to meet current and future needs of the department. Ensure continuous improvement in employee performance through education and training.
- Provide efficient and effective services to the residents, consultants, and contractors of the Village through administration, general direction, and coordination of activities of the Public Works Department.
Roadway and Sidewalk Improvements
- Maintain Village roadways for safe vehicular and public travel in accordance with the Village’s seven (7) year Resurfacing Program. Re-evaluate the Village’s seven (7) year Resurfacing Program. Maintain sidewalks, curbs, and gutters to reduce citizen requests for maintenance.
Traffic Calming
- Provide for the efficient and safe movement of people and pedestrians within the Village through the use of traffic engineering studies, design, installation, maintenance and operation of traffic control devices including directional signs, speed limit signs, permanent traffic calming devices and pavement markings.
Stormwater Improvement Projects
- Continue to implement capital improvement projects in accordance with the Village’s Storm Water Master Plan. Revenue from the Village’s Stormwater Utility and grant funds from the Department of Environmental Protection will be used to support both Capital and Operating Expenses.
Signage Program
- Continue implementation of the Village’s overall signage program
Transit/ Circulator
- Coordinate and manage transit service contract, provide recommendations for enhancing Village transit services and ensure compliance with Citizen Independent Transportation Trust requirements.
Right of Way Enhancements
- Continue to coordinate and manage available resources to enhance the aesthetics of the Village Neighborhoods, while strengthening the infrastructure where needed.
Accomplishments
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Transportation Master Plan – The Transportation Master Plan
was completed in FY 2004-05. This Plan will provide the blueprint for
future transportation projects and investments. The Transportation Plan
received the 2004 Outstanding Transportation Study Award from the American
Planning Association’s Gold Coast Section.
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Stormwater Master Plan – The Stormwater Master Plan provides
the justification for the grant funding that the Village has received
from the State and forms the basis for the establishment of a Palmetto
Bay Stormwater Utility. In conjunction with the Stormwater Master Plan
the Village entered into an interlocal agreement with Miami-Dade County
as co-permittee on NPDES MS4 operating permit. FLS000003. Effective February
2, 2005 FEMA approved the Village’s application to participate
in the National Flood Insurance Program. This action guarantees
that flood insurance will continue to be available to local property
owners.
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Signage Master Plan – The Signage Master Plan provides the basis for the Village to
undertake the requested signage upgrades throughout the Village that
will strengthen the community’s sense of identity and make
it easier for residents and visitors to find their way.
- Traffic Calming - The Village Public Works Department, working
in conjunction with Miami-Dade County, continues to respond to numerous
residential complaints in reference to traffic signals and other traffic
control devices to reduce speeding through residential neighborhoods. Traffic calming projects are currently underway throughout Village neighborhoods.
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Circulator Study - The Public Works Department has taken the initiative
to investigate alternate modes of transportation within the Village
to minimize roadway congestion. These initiatives include the new "IBUS" bus circulator currently in operation. Please click here for more information.
Capital Improvements
The Public
Works Department, building on the foundations described above,
has begun the implementation of improvements throughout the Village.
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Roadway Resurfacing – The Department of Public Works is
committed to providing quality roadways to meet
the needs of its residents and the traveling public. They are committed
to doing this in a safe, efficient, and cost-effective manner.
The staff is responsible for approximately 118 miles of two-lane
roadways in the Village. All roadways have been prioritized based
on a seven-year work plan.
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Sidewalks – Repair of approximately 6,750
square feet of damaged sidewalk, installation of
curbing on 152nd St. adjacent to Coral Reef
Park and the installation of approximately 3,080
square feet of new sidewalks throughout the Village.
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Stormwater Projects – Completion of several stormwater projects throughout the Village, including localized flooding areas identified after Hurricane Wilma.
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Traffic Calming - Three new chicanes were installed on SW 164th Avenue to provide a level of traffic calming. The project included the installation of improved drainage and new landscaping and signage associated with the chicanes. Additionally, the first ever Village traffic circle has been completed.
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Street & Welcome Monument Signage - New street signage program to replace all county-installed green and white signs with new Village signs featuring a Village-selected design. See more information and photos.
Staff and Contact Information
Corrice Patterson, Director
Kristy Bada, Administrative Assistant
Danny Casals, Field Operations Supervisor
Jimmy Pruneda, Maintenance Worker
Phone: (305) 969-5011
Fax: (305) 969-5011
Garbage/Trash Pick-up
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