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A hybrid Regular Council Meeting is scheduled for Monday, April 6, starting at 7 pm.

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Meet with the team of State Senator Alexis Calatayud before our Regular Council Meeting next Monday, April 6, at Village Hall! This is your chance to ask questions and get advice from the Senator and her assistants, so take advantage of this valuable opportunity right here in the Village! Join us from 8:30-11 a.m.

Starting approximately on April 13, 2026, a new sidewalk improvement project will begin along SW 184 Street. Three sections of sidewalk will be constructed near the intersections of SW 84 Court, SW 82 Avenue, and SW 78 Court. The work is scheduled to be completed in under six months. As all work will be performed in the swale area, traffic will not be affected.

The Arbor Day Foundation and the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) has named the Village of Palmetto Bay a 2025 Tree City of the World in honor of its commitment to plant, grow, and maintain trees to benefit its community. Only 283 cities in 24 countries have been honored with this designation.

To earn Tree Cities of the World recognition, a city must uphold five core standards: establish responsibility for the care of trees; enact a law or policy that governs the management of trees and forests; maintain an updated assessment of local tree resources; allocate resources for a tree management plan; and hold an annual celebration of trees to educate local residents.

“It’s an honor to be recognized as a Tree City of the World, because this is a true reflection of who we are as a community,” Mayor Karyn Cunningham said. “Trees line our streets, fill our parks, and quietly improve our quality of life in countless ways. Our Village workers have done an amazing job of maintaining our urban forest, but this achievement also belongs to every resident who has planted and cared for the trees on their own property. Together, we’ve created a green and healthy environment we can all be proud of.”

In cities and neighborhoods, trees have been proven to help mitigate the urban heat island effect, reduce stormwater runoff and flooding, improve air quality, and boost mental and physical health. When the right trees are planted in the right places, they can also reduce traffic noise, increase property values, and lower energy costs for homeowners.

Palmetto Bay has a long history of prioritizing the planting and care of trees. The Village was first named a Tree City USA by the Arbor Day Foundation in 2008 and has received the designation every year since then. They’ve given away free trees to residents each year during Earth Month since 2011, and trees are planted on Arbor Day by the winners of their Environmentalist of the Year awards. The Village has also hired professionals to plant and restore endangered pine rockland areas in several different parks, and in 2024 they launched a Tree of the Year program to recognize meaningful trees in the community.

Please be aware that regularly scheduled canal maintenance services (clearing and cleaning) will take place at designated areas from April 2 to April 17, weather permitting. See the attached map for locations.

Read "Village Vibes" and find out what's happening in Palmetto Bay over the next two weeks!

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The new Recreation Center at Coral Reef Park will be buzzing this Spring 🌸.  Check out our variety of activities & programs for all ages!

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Plenty of great things are happening in the Village this month. Click the link below to see them all! 

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We’re excited to announce the launch of MyRec — our new, easy-to-use online system for registering for events and programs and renting facilities!

🗸 Register for recreation programs and events

🗸 Reserve and pay for facility, court and field rentals COMING SOON!

🗸 Reserve facilities COMING SOON!

🗸 View program details and availability

🗸 Manage your household account anytime

🗸 Track your registrations and payments & Make secure online payments

We encourage all residents to complete their initial registration as soon as possible so you’re ready for upcoming program registration and facility bookings. Programs offered at the Coral Reef Park

Recreation Center are available for registration now with other programs as well as facility, field and court rentals to be available very soon! Create your account today!

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The Village of Palmetto Bay has introduced a new parking management program in partnership with the Miami Parking Authority (MPA) to improve accessibility, safety, and overall parking efficiency throughout the community. Click below to read all about it.

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The Village's advisory boards and committees are important components of our community. Join the hard-working residents who make Palmetto Bay shine by applying for one of our current vacancies! 

Do you love Palmetto Bay's parks and public green spaces? If so, apply to serve on our Parks & Recreation Committee! It's a great opportunity to engage with the public, increase awareness of parks services and amenities, and make recommendations for upgrades and additions. Click below for more details and information about applying! 

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Nothing is more important than the wellbeing of our children, and as a member of our Education Advisory Committee, you can be a positive force for all the students, parents, and teachers in Palmetto Bay! This committee serves the Village by reviewing and supporting the terms of the Education Compact that was entered into between the Village and Miami-Dade County Public Schools. Follow the link to learn more or apply!

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Miami-Dade County will soon begin work on an updated and improved pedestrian bridge along Old Cutler Trail above Snowden's Dam. The new wider bridge will allow for two-way pedestrian and bicycle traffic and provide a better and safer mobility experience. Construction is scheduled to start in October 2025 and finish by June 2026, weather and other unforeseen circumstances permitting.

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The Village is happy to announce that we have received official notification from FloridaCommerce that our updated Comprehensive Plan has been found “In Compliance” and is now officially in effect as of July 18, 2025. This document establishes the policies and priorities that guide future development while preserving the area's environmental attributes and community character. We invite all residents to take a look!