Weekly Traffic Calming Update

The Weekly Traffic Calming Updates is now the Village Traffic Calming Updates and will be distributed on a bi-weekly basis.  A new traffic circle is soon coming to Palmetto Bay.  This and other news in this week's Weekly Traffic Calming ...

FDOT Announces New Traffic Patterns for SW 152 St

As the FDOT project continues on SW 152nd Street, new traffic detours and patterns will be implemented by the end of next week.  Starting on Wednesday, July 26th (Thursday, July 27 and Friday, July 28 are alternate dates), all traffic on SW 152 S...

FPL to Conduct Third Quarter Tree Trimming Maintenance

Florida Power and Light will be conducting tree trimming in various locations along SW 152 Street between US-1 and Ludlam Road (67 Avenue) beginning soon. See boundary map below. Please use caution when driving in these areas.

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New Traffic Circle Coming Soon

Starting in July, Palmetto Bay in partnership with Miami-Dade County is scheduled to begin construction on the new traffic circle at the intersection of SW 82nd Avenue and 168th Street/ Richmond Drive. Please note that there will be no access to vehicular...

DUV Recommendations Lauded by Council

This  past Wednesday, July 19th, renowned architect & planner, Victor Dover presented his team's recommendations for updating the current Downtown Urban Village (DUV) code, which are now available online.   Download or view the DUV A...

Proposed Waste Fee Increase Notification

Miami-Dade County's Department of Solid Waste Management has begun notifying residents of a proposed waste fee increase; residents should expect to receive the proposed $25 waste fee increase notification in the mail sometime early next week. 

Cli...

Village Traffic Updates to be Sent Biweekly Beginning Aug. 4

Beginning in September of 2016, the Village of Palmetto Bay began publishing a Weekly Traffic Calming Update every Friday at 6 pm. As we near the final stages for the Village-wide Comprehensive Traffic Calming Plan, the publication has been renamed the Vi...

Palmetto Bay Schools Score All "A's"

Congratulations to Palmetto Bay's amazing schools for achieving all A's and for a successful 2016-2017 school year.

On Wednesday, June 28, 2017, the Florida Department of Education released the preliminary 2016-2017 School Performance Grades for all school...

Weekly Traffic Calming Update

If you missed the traffic calming recommendations presented by the Village's traffic engineer, Marlin Engineering, download a copy of the presentation online.  This and more on our Weekly Traffic Calming Update for the week ending 7/14/17. &n...

Inside Palmetto Bay

Watch our short newscast, Inside Palmetto Bay, as Jackie and Greg bring you a recap of Village activities for the month of June and also share with you other important dates and information.

Take the Age-Friendly Initiative Survey

The Village of Palmetto Bay's Age-Friendly Initiative is conducting a survey among Palmetto Bay residents age 50 and over to understand the community's views and what we will need as we age in order to make Palmetto Bay a great place to live, work, and pl...

Traffic Calming Recommendations Online

After months of data gathering and public input, the Village’s traffic engineering consultant, Marlin Engineering presented its recommendations to Village residents during a Traffic Town Hall at Village Hall this past Wednesday, July 5th. &n...

Storm Drains Treated with Mosquito Dunks

The Village’s Public Services Department has treated a total of 1,663 storm drains with mosquito dunks as of Thursday, June 29th. To see the areas treated so far, please click here. 

Take the EAR 2018 Survey

Every seven years, the Comprehensive Development Master Plan (CDMP) is reviewed and updated as required per Chapter 163 of the Florida Statutes, a process known as an Evaluation and Appraisal Report (EAR). The EAR includes an evaluation ...

SW 86 Avenue between 169 & 170 Terrace Reopened

Contractors are on-site installing speed tables on SW 86 Avenue between 169 & 170 Terrace after temporarily closing down the street due to yesterday’s sudden rainfall. Please use caution when driving in this area. 

FDOT Scheduled Roadway Project Underway

 All traffic on SW 152 Street/Coral Reef Drive from just west of SW 93 Avenue to just west of SW 97 Avenue has been shifted to the south side of the roadway. The westbound and eastbound travel lanes have been reduced to one lane in each direction...

Storm Drains Treated with Mosquito Dunks

The Village’s Public Services Department has treated a total of 1,085 storm drains with mosquito dunks as of Thursday, June 15th. To see the areas treated so far, please click here. 

Village-wide Sidewalk Repair Project Near Complete

The Public Services Department is almost done with its annual Village-wide sidewalk improvement project. Click here to view the list of the repairs that are currently being performed throughout the Village. The list specifies all of the areas that will be...

Budget Workshop

If you were unable to join us for last night’s Budget Workshop, watch it from your computer via livestreaming or on WBAY. To view Village Manager Silva’s Budget Workshop presentation, please click here. If you’re using Google...

Hurricane Preparedness Workshop Raffle Winner

We would like to extend a congratulations to Village of Palmetto Bay resident, Kristina Cunetta, for being our generator raffle winner at the Hurricane Preparedness Workshop.  We hope you received valuable information from our several vendors/age...

Village of Palmetto Bay Wins Smart Growth Excellence Award

The Smart Growth Partnership is pleased to announce that the Village of Palmetto Bay and Bermello Ajamil & Partners were selected as the winner of this year’s Smart Growth Excellence Award. Click here to view official press release. ...

Property gains slow in Miami-Dade amid ‘relative weakness’ in market

Miami-Dade’s real estate market saw growth slow to 5 percent at the start of 2017, but more than $8 billion in new construction should provide local governments some breathing room at budget time.

The 5 percent gain for existing properties in Mia...

Palmetto Bay Village Council Successfully Postpones Bridging on SW 87 Avenue Recommendation

Thanks to the collaborative efforts of the  Cutler Bay and Palmetto Bay Village Councils, led by Mayor Flinn and Mayor Bell and District 8 Commissioner Daniella Levine Cava, we are pleased to announce that the proposed bridging&...

Palmetto Bay Recognized as a Playful City USA for the 8th Time

The Village of Palmetto Bay has just been recognized by KaBOOM! as a 2017 Playful City USA community for the 8th year in a row! Together we are incorporating play into our programs, policies, and infrastructure to make our community more kid- and family-f...

Telephonic Town Hall Meeting

We would like to thank the over 1,000 residents who participated in our Telephonic Town Hall Meeting on Tuesday, May 16th to primarily discuss the county’s bridge proposal for SW 87th Avenue along other traffic-related issues. Due to the volume ...

Palmetto Bay Village Council Continue to Strongly Oppose Bridging on SW 87 Avenue

It has come to the attention of the Village Administration that the MDC Department of Transportation and Public Works is proposing the bridging of SW 87 Avenue from SW 164 Street to SW 163 Terrace and that a recommendation to include funding for the proje...

Lock It or Lose It!

Have you heard about the "Lock It or Lose It" campaign? If not, our Palmetto Bay Policing Unit Commander Major Serralta is here to give you some helpful tips that can help prevent vehicle burglaries in our community! Watch video here.

Register for Summer Camp & Tennis Camp

Calling all parents! Registration for Summer Camp and Tennis Camp is available online and at the Coral Reef Park Tennis Window! For your convenience, please click here to download the required forms for your child to participate in this year’s S...

Village Statement Regarding Palmer Trinity School

As many of you have probably heard, an incident occurred at Palmer Trinity School yesterday involving one of its students. Our Policing Unit quickly and swiftly responded to anonymous tips and averted all potential danger. The student su...

"Shade Palmetto Bay" Annual Free Tree Giveaway

As part of our Earth Day series of events, residents can stop by Ludovici Park from 8-11 am and pick up any one of the FREE trees available. One tree per residence, please! Residents must provide their own transportation for the trees/saplings and photo I...

Bridget Allison Pier Playground Dedication

Please join us on Saturday, May 13th at Coral Reef Park for the Bridget Allison Pier Playground Dedication in memory of Bridget, daughter of our former (and first) Village Clerk, who passed away in 2011.  Bridget was born on May 13, 2004 and atte...

FIU Master of Public Administration Information Session

Please join FIU for a Master of Public Administration (MPA) information session on Tuesday, April 25 at the Village Hall starting at 6 pm. The MPA program is top-ranked, nationally recognized, and accredited by NASPAA—The Global Standard in Publ...

Parks Workshops

We would like to thank everyone who participated in our series of Parks Master Plan Workshops. We know how important the future of our parks is to our residents and want to make sure your feedback and input is heard. The information collected will help us...

Police Activity

A situation developed earlier today in the area near SW 87th Avenue and 141th Street.  The Palmetto Bay Policing Unit was present in full force after being notified of a potential suicide attempt.  The subject is safe and has been transp...

SFWMD Governing Board Issues Water Shortage Warning

Due to falling water levels and extremely dry conditions that are expected to linger, the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) Governing Board issued a water shortage warning to all 8.1 million residents in the agency's 16 counties. Please clic...

Inside Palmetto Bay- March Recap

Get in the know!  Check out the latest edition of "Inside Palmetto Bay" as Greg and Jackie bring you a recap of all that happened in the Village during the month of March, from our Annual Picnic Celebration to the most current legislati...

The Bridget Allison Pier Playground

The long awaited bronze plaque in memory of Bridget Allison Pier is coming soon to Coral Reef Park! A Council-adopted resolution named the playground after Village resident Bridget Allison Pier. The Bridget Allison Pier Playground will feature new equipme...

Mayor Attends Florida League of Cities (FLC) 2017 Legislative Action Days

Village of Palmetto Bay Mayor Eugene Flinn attended the Florida League of Cities (FLC) 2017 Legislative Action Days. Attendees were provided with detailed information on the League’s legislative priorities and positions. Click here to review the...

Spring-Summer Play-by-Play Recreation Guide

Hot off the press! The Spring-Summer Edition of our Play-by-Play Recreation Guide is now available featuring the artwork of Fabien Lilavois (8th grade) from Southwood Middle School who won our Earth Day Art Contest!

Downtown Redevelopment Presentation

If you missed the presentation by renowned land planner and architect, Victor Dover, FAICP, LEED-AP, CNU-ACCREDITED, catch it again on WBAY or watch it now on your computer or mobile device. 

Downtown Urban Village Code

Wondering what the DUV is?  Learn about the Downtown Urban Village code in this short but informational video.

Palmetto Bay Turns 15!

This year, the Village of Palmetto Bay celebrates 15 years of incorporation. Take a look at our 15 Year Anniversary Commemorative Edition with Community Newspaper and get a glimpse into how our Village has evolved over the past 15 years and learn about Pa...

Village Begins Sidewalk Improvements

The Public Services Dept. has begun its annual village-wide sidewalk improvement project. More details will soon be provided about the project.  In the meantime, please contact Public Services at 305-969-5011 to report any sidew...

Safe Routes to School Improvements Town Workshop

On Wednesday, February 8, the Village of Palmetto Bay together with design engineer, R.J. Behar hosted a town workshop to discuss the details of the Coral Reef Elementary and Perrine Elementary Safe Routes to School (SRTS) improvements project designed to...

2017 Legislative Priorities for the Village

The 2017 State Legislative Session is currently underway.  See the legislative priorities for the Village of Palmetto Bay this year.

You Can Do It With "Get Fit Palmetto Bay 2017"

You Can Do It With "Get Fit Palmetto Bay 2017"... a yearlong fitness and wellness program for the entire community.  Take advantage of wellness workshops, fitness classes and more throughout 2017 to reach your personal fitness ...

Miami-Dade County Marine Patrol in C100 Canal

In collaboration with Miami-Dade County Police, initial police patroling through the canal that runs through the village took place on Friday, Jan. 20. Here is a photo of our County Marine Patrol at work within Palmetto Bay municipal bou...

Mosquito Protection Awareness

We encourage all residents to visit our Mosquito Protection Awareness page for updates, links and information about the Zika virus and protecting yourself and your home from mosquitoes.

Hurricane Preparedness Workshop Raffle Winner

We would like to extend a congratulations to Village of Palmetto Bay resident, Kristina Cunetta, for being our generator raffle winner at the Hurricane Preparedness Workshop.  We hope you received valuable information from our several vendors/age...

Storm Drains Treated with Mosquito Dunks

The Village’s Public Services Department has treated a total of 1,663 storm drains with mosquito dunks as of Thursday, June 29th. To see the areas treated so far, please click here. 

Storm Drains Treated with Mosquito Dunks

The Village’s Public Services Department has treated a total of 1,085 storm drains with mosquito dunks as of Thursday, June 15th. To see the areas treated so far, please click here. 

Mosquito Protection Awareness

We encourage all residents to visit our Mosquito Protection Awareness page for updates, links and information about the Zika virus and protecting yourself and your home from mosquitoes.

Council Approves Updates to the Downtown code

This  past Wednesday, July 19th, renowned architect & planner, Victor Dover presented his team's recommendations for updating the current Downtown Urban Village (DUV) code, which are now available online.   Download or view the DUV A...

Downtown Redevelopment Presentation

If you missed the presentation by renowned land planner and architect, Victor Dover, FAICP, LEED-AP, CNU-ACCREDITED, catch it again on WBAY or watch it now on your computer or mobile device. 

Downtown Urban Village Code

Wondering what the DUV is?  Learn about the Downtown Urban Village code in this short but informational video.

Weekly Traffic Calming Update

The Weekly Traffic Calming Updates is now the Village Traffic Calming Updates and will be distributed on a bi-weekly basis. A new traffic circle is soon coming to Palmetto Bay. This and other news in this week's Weekly Traffic Calming Updates.

The Weekly Traffic Calming Updates is now the Village Traffic Calming Updates and will be distributed on a bi-weekly basis.  A new traffic circle is soon coming to Palmetto Bay.  This and other news in this week's Weekly Traffic Calming ...

FDOT Announces New Traffic Patterns for SW 152 St

As the FDOT project continues on SW 152nd Street, new traffic detours and patterns will be implemented by the end of next week,

As the FDOT project continues on SW 152nd Street, new traffic detours and patterns will be implemented by the end of next week.  Starting on Wednesday, July 26th (Thursday, July 27 and Friday, July 28 are alternate dates), all traffic on SW 152 S...

New Traffic Circle Coming Soon

Construction of a new traffic circle at the intersection of SW 82 Ave and SW 168 St will start soon and the intersection will be closed to vehicles, pedestrians and bicyclists during construction.

Starting in July, Palmetto Bay in partnership with Miami-Dade County is scheduled to begin construction on the new traffic circle at the intersection of SW 82nd Avenue and 168th Street/ Richmond Drive. Please note that there will be no access to vehicular...

Weekly Traffic Calming Update

If you missed the traffic calming recommendations presented by the Village's traffic engineer, Marlin Engineering, download a copy of the presentation online. This and more on our Traffic Calming Updates for the week ending 7/14/17.

If you missed the traffic calming recommendations presented by the Village's traffic engineer, Marlin Engineering, download a copy of the presentation online.  This and more on our Weekly Traffic Calming Update for the week ending 7/14/17. &n...

Weekly Traffic Calming Update

The Village of Palmetto Bay has received several complaints from residents concerning the temporary road delineators installed on SW 84 Avenue. Consequently, the Village will re-examine the project on June 27, 2017 at 7:50 pm at Village Hall.

The Village of Palmetto Bay has received several complaints from residents concerning the temporary road delineators installed on SW 84 Avenue pursuant to Resolutions 2016-131 and 2016-94. Consequently, the Village will re-examine the project at an upcomi...

Traffic Calming Recommendations Online

After months of data gathering and public input, the Village's traffic engineering consultant, Marlin Engineering presented its recommendations to Village residents during a Traffic Town Hall at Village Hall this past Wednesday, July 5th...

After months of data gathering and public input, the Village’s traffic engineering consultant, Marlin Engineering presented its recommendations to Village residents during a Traffic Town Hall at Village Hall this past Wednesday, July 5th.  During...

Traffic Calming Recommendations Online

After months of data gathering and public input, the Village's traffic engineer consultant, Marlin Engineering presented its recommendations to Village residents during a Traffic Town Hall at Village Hall this past Wednesday, July 5th...

After months of data gathering and public input, the Village’s traffic engineer consultant, Marlin Engineering presented its recommendations to Village residents during a Traffic Town Hall at Village Hall this past Wednesday, July 5th.  During th...

Permanent Speed Table Installations

Installation of permanent speed tables are currently underway.

The installation of permanent speed tables on SW 86th Avenue between SW 172nd Street and SW 168th Street have been completed and the installation of speed tables on SW 90th Avenue between SW 170th Street and SW 174th Street is currently underway. Delays c...

Roadway Resurfacing Project

Resurfacing and asphalting of Village roadways continues.

Resurfacing and asphalting of Village roadways continues this week. 

The following areas have been completed:

• SW 84^th Avenue from SW 160^th St to SW 163^rd St
• SW 85^th Avenue from SW 152^nd St to SW 160^th St
• SW 86^th Avenue from SW 152^nd St to SW 159^th St...

Letter to Mayor Gimenez Regarding Light Rail Extension to South Dade

The Village has issued a letter to Miami-Dade Mayor Gimenez to express disagreement with new direction to replace light rail.

The Village of Palmetto Bay with the Town Cutler Bay have issued a letter to Miami-Dade County Mayor Gimenez to express disagreement with new direction to replace light rail with autonomous vehicles. Click here to view a copy of the letter.

Palmetto Bay Village Council Successfully Postpones Bridging on SW 87 Avenue Recommendation

We are pleased to announce that the proposed bridging of SW 87 Avenue from SW 164 Street to SW 163 Terrace has been postponed until sufficient community input has been gathered and public meetings are held.

Thanks to the collaborative efforts of the  Cutler Bay and Palmetto Bay Village Councils, led by Mayor Flinn and Mayor Bell and District 8 Commissioner Daniella Levine Cava, we are pleased to announce that the proposed bridging&...

Palmetto Bay Village Council Continue to Strongly Oppose Bridging on SW 87 Avenue

It has come to the attention of the Village Administration that the MDC Department of Transportation and Public Works is proposing the bridging of SW 87 Avenue

It has come to the attention of the Village Administration that the MDC Department of Transportation and Public Works is proposing the bridging of SW 87 Avenue from SW 164 Street to SW 163 Terrace and that a recommendation to include funding for the proje...

MDC Pilot Program on Old Cutler Road and SW 136 Street Ends

The county's traffic pilot project on Old Cutler Road and SW 136 Street has been completed.

The county's traffic pilot project on Old Cutler Road and SW 136 Street has been completed and therefore the County has determined that the left turn lane will remain permanently closed. 

Temporary Speed Table Installations

The temporary speed tables on SW 180 Street between 77 Avenue and 78 Place have been removed and will be relocated and installed on SW 143 Street between 77 Avenue and 78 Avenue.

The temporary speed tables on SW 180 Street between 77 Avenue and 78 Place have been removed and will be relocated and installed on SW 143 Street between 77 Avenue and 78 Avenue. Please use caution when driving in these areas. Delays can be expected.

District 1 Public Traffic Meeting

We'd like to thank our District 1 residents for attending and participating in our first of three public traffic meetings with the Village's traffic engineer, Marlin Engineering. Please click here to view Tuesday night's presentation.

Traffic & Mobility Town Hall

Thank you to everyone who came out for the Traffic and Mobility Town Hall last night. Special thanks to MPO Executive Director Aileen Boucle, MDC Deputy Director Frank Guyamier and Commissioner Levine Cava.  Transit and...

Temporary Speed Hump Installations Continue This Week

Temporary Speed Humps on SW 78 Avenue between SW 144 Street and 139 Terrace have been completed. We will continue to post information about upcoming removals and installation related to the Temporary Speed Hump program here and on social...

Village Manager & Mayor Address MDC Board of Commissioners

Village Manager, Edward Silva, addressed the Board of County Commissioners at the Chairman's Policy Council Meeting on Thursday, March 9, in support of the SMART plan and the South Dade transit corridor in particular. Mayor Eugene Flinn also addressed the...

SMART Plan Update

Following a meeting with the Miami-Dade County Department of Transportation and Public Works on January 27, recent updates were made to the Strategic Miami Area Rapid Transit "SMART" Plan. Click here to view the updated plan an...

MDC To Provide Public Notice When Removing Traffic Control Devices From County Roads

Following a resolution passed by the Palmetto Bay Village Council in 2016 and after much community input, our County Commissioner Daniella Levine Cava passed a resolution directing Mayor Gimenez or his designee to develop a plan to provi...

Councilmember David Singer was sworn-in...

Councilmember David Singer was sworn-in on Monday, December 5th to hold the office of Councilmember for Seat 2 of the Village of Palmetto Bay, which represents the area bound by SW 152nd Street on the North to SW 168th Street on the South (not in...

Palmetto Senior High Alumni Association Scholarships

For the fourth year, the Palmetto Senior High Alumni Association awarded scholarships to graduating seniors who have been active members of the Miami Palmetto Senior High School community during their high school years. Four deserving students received $1...

Bridget Allison Pier Playground Dedication

On May 13^th, the Village of Palmetto Bay had a beautiful celebration to dedicate the playground at Coral Reef Park for Bridget Allison Pier, the daughter of Meighan Alexander, our former Village Clerk. The dedication was a culmination of a resolution pass...

2nd Annual Village at Work Day

Councilwoman Cunningham worked side-by-side with Village Staff for her 2nd Annual Village at Work Day. Every year she takes time from her regular Council duties to learn more about the needs and the work in each of the Village Departments. “Behi...

"After Hours with Karyn"

Join Councilwoman Karyn Cunningham for coffee and conversation at "After Hours with Karyn" on April 10th at 7 pm at the Starbucks on 148 St. & US1 and again on April 19th from 8-9 am at t...

2nd Annual Kids Town Hall

This is the second year Councilwoman Cunningham has hosted a Kids Town Hall in the Village. In case you missed it, here's the presentation. Last year our community’s children helped pick new playground equipment for Coral Reef Park. Cli...

Run, Walk, Stroll 2k for CP

For the third year in a row, Palmetto Bay will be kicking off National Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month by hosting a Run, Walk, Stroll 2K for Cerebral Palsy Awareness. The event was held at Coral Reef Park on Saturday, February 25th. District 1 Councilwoman...

"After Hours with Karyn"

Join Councilwoman Cunningham for coffee and conversation on Monday, January 30th from 7-830 pm at Starbucks on 148th and US1. Come share your ideas and discuss your concerns! 

Councilwoman Cunningham Informs residents about MDC Pilot Initiative

Councilwoman Cunningham informs residents that Miami-Dade County's Department of Transportation and Public Works is set to pilot a traffic flow initiative in District 1 on the borders of Pinecrest and Palmetto Bay at SW 136 Street and Ol...

Councilwoman Cunningham Recaps Her Second Year

Find out what Councilwoman Cunningham has accomplished together with Council and our Manager this past year, her second year in office as the Councilmember representing District 1 -- and the Village as a whole. Click here to read What a Second Ye...

Councilwoman Cunningham Appointed to ChamberSOUTH Board of Directors

ChamberSOUTH has appointed Councilwoman Karyn Cunningham to serve on the Board of Directors of the Board for ChamberSOUTH. ChamberSOUTH maintains a leadership role in the community through programs, services, and events that enhance the quality of life an...

Councilwoman Cunningham Appointed Vice-chair for FLC Committee

The Florida League of Cities has appointed Councilwoman Karyn Cunningham to serve as the Vice-chair of the 2016-2017 Transportation and Intergovernmental Relations Legislative Policy Committee. Click here to view the Community News story...

Join Councilwoman Cunningham for Saturday in the Park on Sep. 24th

Join Councilwoman Cunningham for Saturday in the Park on September 24th from 9-10 am at Palmetto Bay Park. Come take a tour of the park while getting some exercise. We will meet at the Concession Stand at 9 am. 

Village Hosts Association of Agencies Opportunities Campaign Meeting

Over 25 agencies providing services and resources for individuals with disabilities attended a monthly Association of Agencies (AOA) meeting hosted by Councilwoman Cunningham and the Village of Palmetto Bay. Click here to see the full st...

Councilmember for a Day

Two local youth spent the day learning how local government works in the Village of Palmetto. Trevor Morrow, a rising 7th grader, and Eitan Greenberg, a rising 4th grader and the former 3rd grade representative for his class at Beth Am, got an up close an...

Councilwoman Cunningham Discusses Important Information Regarding Charter Revisions

Councilwoman Cunningham discusses important information all residents should know about the upcoming Charter revisions. Watch the video here.

Join me for Saturday in the Park on August 6th

I had a great time meeting with residents while walking and talking in Coral Reef Park in June and July. With our beautiful new rubberized path at Coral Reef Park's outer loop in Zone 3 and 4, it was a great opportunity to get moving and no bette...

"After Hours with Karyn"

Join Councilwoman Cunningham for coffee and conversation on Wednesday, July 27 from 7-8:30 pm at Starbucks on 148th and US1, and share your thoughts, concerns and ideas for the betterment of Palmetto Bay.  This month's topic will be 2016...

"After Hours with Karyn"

Join Councilwoman Cunningham for coffee and conversation on Tuesday, June 21 from 7-8:30 pm at Starbucks on 148th and US1, and share your thoughts, concerns and ideas for the betterment of Palmetto Bay.  This month's topic will be 2016-1...

Councilwoman Cunningham Joins Coral Reef Elementary PTA in Honoring Mr. and Mrs. Nicholasaurus

Village of Palmetto Bay residents and Coral Reef Elementary teachers Ted and Janice Nicholasaurus were recently honored at Coral Reef Elementary for their philanthropic work with the school through their J.B. Cash Foundation.

Mr. and Mrs. Nicholasaurus hav...

There is Still Time to Get Fit Palmetto Bay With our beautiful new rubberized path at Coral Reef Par

With our beautiful new rubberized path at Coral Reef Park's outer loop in Zone 3 and 4, there is no better time to get moving and no better place than The Village of Parks!

“Get Fit Palmetto Bay,” is a year-long series of event...

A Safety Initiative is Unveiled at Coral Reef Park

On Tuesday, May 17th at 10am, a new navigational tool called Z.E.R.O. will be unveiled at Coral Reef Park.  Z.E.R.O, short for Zone Emergency Response Operation, will substantially decrease response times for first time responders in the event of...

Councilwoman Cunningham Invites Student Council to Visit Village Hall

Students from the Cutler Bay Academy of Advanced Studies toured Village Hall and got a firsthand look at municipal government. Thank you to their teacher, Mrs. Marshall and Cutler Bay Mayor Bell for joining them and making the visit possible. Cli...

Coral Reef Elementary School Named "No Place for Hate School"

This past week, Councilwoman Cunningham participated in the "No Place for Hate" School campaign, as Coral Reef Elementary School received the recognition for the 5th year in a row.  See photos.

Councilwoman Cunningham Hosted First-Ever Playground Fun Town Hall Meeting

Thank you to all of those who came out to Councilwoman Cunningham's first-ever Playground Fun Town Hall Meeting. It was great to hear feedback from Coral Reef Park's biggest fans. The event was covered by the Miami Herald and Community N...

Councilwoman Chosen to Sit on the Women in Politics Symposium for MDC

Councilwoman Cunningham was one of four local and state elected officials to sit on the Women in Politics Symposium for Miami-Dade College. One of many panels organized by Miami-Dade College Homestead Campus highlighting women to celebrate Women'...

Let's Talk Budget!

Councilmember Larissa Siegel Lara would like to thank those who attended the April 5th Town Hall Meeting whose primary focus was the 2016-2017 budget and resident priorities. If you were unable to attend, please click here to see the pre...

Councilmember Larissa Siegel Lara extends a "thank you"

Councilmember Larissa Siegel Lara extends a "thank you" to the sponsors that made the first Unique Abilities Fair- Jonathan's Day event a huge success.  This was the first event of its kind, uniting f...

About Annexation

Councilwoman Siegel Lara explains the purpose of the annexation question that is on the ballot for the upcoming November election.  Siegel Lara encourages all residents to watch this short video and to go out and vote!  ...

Councilwoman Siegel Lara Talks to the Residents

Councilwoman Siegel Lara hits on the importance of a robust discussion regarding the proposed charter amendments, the transformation of Downtown into a vibrant area, the importance of maintaining our park facilities, and gives other important news to the ...

Councilwoman Siegel Lara wants residents to know...

Councilwoman Siegel Lara explains the myths and misinformation surrounding the Palmetto Bay Village Center land in this video message.  Watch it here.

Councilwoman Siegel Lara Named 2016 Beauty Contest Winner

Eye on Miami blog named Councilwoman Siegel Lara the 2016 Political Beauty Contest Winner for her poise and intellect. Click here to see the full article.  

Village-wide Strategic Plan

Councilwoman Siegel Lara, joined by Councilwoman Cunningham, participate in the Strategic Plan Workshop to reframe the goals and outputs of the Village based on feedback and input from residents and business owners.  Facilitated...

Humane Society Outreach

Councilmember and animal advocate Larissa Siegel Lara shares news of a free service by the Humane Society. Low-income qualified residents may now obtain free spay/neuter services for their cats at the Miami-Dade County Community Spay Neuter Clinic at 1070...

"Good Government" Training

First-term Village of Palmetto Bay Councilmember Larissa Siegel Lara has been accepted to the Leaders of Excellence program, a prestigious certificate course specifically designed for early-career elected officials. The unique program is offered through f...

"Policy Makers" Video

Councilmember Siegel Lara is excited about the debut of her "Policy Makers" video, one in a series of videos spotlighting members of our Village Council. Get an inside look at Palmetto Bay's local policy makers, their background, their ...

Village Update at PBBA

Thanks for joining the Councilmember April 2 as she presented the monthly "Village Update" before the Palmetto Bay Business Association (PBBA) at Christ Fellowship. The meeting's keynote speaker was Andrew Hertz, Gener...

The Flinn Flyer- July 4th

Check out the latest issue of the Flinn Flyer and read news from Mayor Flinn about the Annual Independence Day Celebration, the upcoming Magowood 4th of July event, upcoming village meetings and information about how to protect your pet this holi...

Mayor Discusses Importance of Mass Transit in South Dade at EDC Monthly Working Group Meeting

Mayor Eugene Flinn recently addressed the Economic Development Council (EDC) of South Dade at the monthly ‘More to Explore Working Group’ meeting on Thursday, June 22 that took place at Village Hall to discuss the importance of mass tr...

Mayor Flinn Supports Mayors for 100% Clean Energy

Mayor Eugene Flinn, along with the mayors of Orlando and Delray Beach, are among the 100 mayors who have joined Sierra Club’s Mayors for 100% Clean Energy. The initiative recognizes and celebrates mayors who support working towards a 100% clean ...

Mayor Flinn Authors Resolution Exposing Amendment 1

I am proud to have authored the resolution put before the Palmetto Bay Village Council recommending residents to vote NO on (State Constitutional) Amendment 1 - Read more...

Mayor Flinn Discusses Fire Issues at Temp Station 63

Mayor Flinn, Pinecrest Mayor Cindy Lerner, Pinecrest Mayor-elect Joe Corradino met with Miami-Dade Fire Chief Dave Downey and IAFF Local 1403 President Omar Blanco to discuss fire issues at the temporary site of Station 63.

Mayor Flinn Speaks to all Palmetto Bay Residents

Mayor Flinn invites residents to visit the Village Facebook page to learn about all that is happening in Palmetto Bay. Check out the updated new videos and other content designed to keep you informed!

Mayor Flinn Will Participate In All 3 Events This Weekend... Will You?

Mayor Flinn invites residents to participate in the CancerFree Kids Reason to Run 5K and the 2nd Annual Palmetto Bay Twilight Color Run 5k races both taking place in the Village and a Pine Rockland Clean up at Coral Reef Park, all in a single day.&nbs...

Palmetto Bay community mourns the loss of Ms. Rosemary Fuller

Today, the Palmetto Bay community mourns the loss of longtime Perrine Elementary School (Dr. Henry E. Perrine Academy of the Arts) Principal and a dear friend to the Village, Ms. Rosemary Fuller.

Principal Fuller was an outstanding person who served Palmet...

Planning, Parks & People are Taking Over February & March

February and March will be big months in the Village featuring more of the “P”s that I keep harping on! Planning, Parks & People are some of the big “P”s that we are involved in. Please Plan on attending and Par...

What is Being Done to Make Miami Safer for Bicyclists

By all measures, Miami is one of the nation's least safe cities on two wheels. Florida as a whole has the most bicycle fatalities in the nation and has the four deadliest cities for cyclists. Between 2010 and 2014, 47 cyclists died across Miami; ...

Mayor Flinn Participates in Women That Shine Program

Mayor Flinn participated in the Women that Shine Program, "recognizing outstanding women and inspiring role models in our community," including our current District 8 County Commissioner Daniella Levine Cava. Congratulations for a successful 201...

Mayor Attends FLC's 2017 Legislative Action Days

Mayor Eugene Flinn made a visit to Tallahassee and attended the Florida League of Cities (FLC) 2017 Legislative Action Days. Attendees were provided with detailed information on the League’s legislative priorities and positions....

A Message from Mayor Flinn: Crosswalk on 82 Ave/148 Drive

We have taken another step forward (but are far from being finished) with the crosswalk at 148/82nd. You should have sign the crosswalk pedestrian signs placed in the middle of the road. (Yes, I expect that they may occasionally be run over and we are pre...

Mayor Honors "Woody" Williams With Proclamation

Mayor Flinn honored our guest speaker, Hershel Woodrow (”Woody”) Williams (last surviving Medal of Honor recipient from Iwo Jima) with a proclamation at our Gold Star Family Memorial Dedication Ceremony on Saturday, October 15.&nbs...

You're Invited to the Annual State of the Village Address

Mayor Flinn invites all residents to join him as he delivers his State of the Village Address on Wednesday, October 19th starting at 6pm. The event will be held at Village Hall. Light appetizers and refreshments will be served.

"The What, Where and Why of Human Trafficking" Forum

Mayor Flinn is partnering with the Miami-Dade County Commission for Women, Commissioner Levine Cava, Commissioner Suarez, Mayor Lerner and Mayor Stoddard to present the "What, Where, and Why of Human Trafficking" on Wednesday, ...

Palmetto Bay is Officially a Purple Heart City

On Sunday, August 7, the American Legion Marlin Moore Post No. 133 and the Military Order of the Purple Heart Veterans held a ceremony to honor Palmetto Bay as being the first City in South Florida's Miami Dade County to become a Purple Heart Cit...

Official Statement from Mayor Flinn

"I would like to personally thank the NBA for valuing the rights of the LGBTQ community and commend them for their decision to move the 2017 All-Star Game from Charlotte, North Carolina and awarding it to a location that honors human rights," sa...

Mayor Attends Miami Community Newspaper's Lunch N Learn

Mayor Flinn attended July's luncheon where he was joined by Cutler Bay Mayor Peggy Bell and Pinecrest Mayor Cindy Lerner where keynote speaker, Miami-Dade County Mayor Carlos Gimenez, spoke about some of the issues facing South Dade including tra...

Mayor Flinn Debunks Myth About "485 Homes" Coming to PBVC

Mayor Flinn writes to Miami's Community Newspapers about the zoning plan three council members approved on May 2. Read the full article here. 

Mayor Flinn wants you to know that there are alligators in our SFWMD canals

Mayor Flinn responds to some concerns by providing information regarding alligators that are found periodically in our community canals in his blog post from June 16, 2016, which also has informational links and a Guide ...

Mayor Speaks at the Turkey Point Cooling Canals Informational Session

It was a great turnout at the event last night sponsored by Commissioner Levine Cava and Mayor Eugene Flinn.  Important information was presented not only about the cooling canals, but also our drinking water and water supply.  Mayor Fli...

Mayor Provides More Detail Regarding Council Action on May 2

Mayor Flinn sends additional information regarding the council action of Monday, May 2. Click here to view the Mayor's blog post.

Mayor Flinn Receives Charles H. Crandon Award

At the Great Parks Summit, Mayor Flinn was awarded with the Charles H. Crandon Award from the Miami-Dade County Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces Department, "For outstanding effort by an elected official to increase park, recreation, and conservatio...

Vice Mayor DuBois is Re-elected For a Second Term

Following the 2016 elections, Vice Mayor John DuBois was re-elected by Village of Palmetto Bay residents to serve for a second term.  A Swearing-In Ceremony took place on December 5th at Village Hall, during wh...

Vice Mayor Dubois Presents Village Project in Tallahassee

This past Thursday, Vice Mayor DuBois, along with Public Services Director Patterson presented the Village's stormwater drainage project before the State Appropriations Subcommittee on General Government in Tallahassee. The committee makes the fi...

Fifth Annual Community Thanksgiving Food Drive

Vice Mayor John Dubois continued a five-year holiday tradition of delivering turkeys and all the fixings to local residents in need of a holiday meal. Christ Fellowship Church Pastor Jorge Molina and Local Missions Director Gigi Delgado assisted in the ef...

National Bike to Work Week

Vice Mayor DuBois got pumped up for a Budget Workshop May 11, by joining Mayor Flinn and Councilmember DuBois in a show of support for National Bike Month. By riding their bikes to Village Hall, they shared a message about the benefits of bicycling - and ...

Town Hall Meeting

Vice Mayor John DuBois hosted a Town Hall January 6 concerning the financial projections of the Downtown Redevelopment Task Force (DRTF) initiative and its impact on future Village budgets. Dozens of residents attended as several of them stepped up to pub...

Town Hall Meeting

Vice Mayor John DuBois hosted a Town Hall Meeting at Village Hall, July 21, featuring former County Commissioner Lynda Bell who provided residents with a "State of District 8 inches overview. 

"Informal Meeting"

Vice Mayor John DuBois called for an Informal Meeting on May 13 to discuss lighting throughout the Village of Palmetto Bay; and settlement with Palmer Trinity School. 

Special Council Meeting

Vice Mayor John DuBois called a Special Council Meeting February 3 to discuss items related to the Downtown Redevelopment Task Force project addressed at the January 23, 2014, Special Council Meeting. Read more about the DRTF initiative. 

Annual Food Drive

Vice Mayor John DuBois joined Councilman Patrick Fiore during his 3rd Annual Palmetto Bay Food Drive, November 23. Generous support and assistance was provided by of co-sponsors Christ Fellowship, Publix, and Sedanos. See more in the Village Facebook gall...

"Good Government" Training

Vice Mayor John DuBois is one of 18 public officials now participating in "Leaders of Excellence" that provides a "nuts and bolts" perspective on government, offered through former County Commissioner Katy Sorenson's Good Gove...

2012 Swearing In

Village Attorney Eve Boutsis swears in John DuBois as the third Vice-Mayor of the Village of Palmetto Bay. 

Responsible Gardening Series

Join the Village of Palmetto Bay for a FREE Responsible Gardening Workshop at Thalatta Estate (17301 Old Cutler Road). Learn how to understand this sub-tropic place we call home. Register online by May 7th! Minimum of 8 participants required.

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7th Annual "Shade Palmetto Bay" Tree Giveaway a Success

We’d like to thank the residents who participated in the 7th Annual Tree Giveaway event as part of our Earth Day celebration. With help from Mayor Flinn and Councilwoman Cunningham, staff distributed nearly 80 free native trees this past Saturda...

Learn "Why Water Matters"

If you could not make it to the "Why Water Matters" community forum presented by County Commissioner Daniella Levine Cava, you can still catch it on WBAY or on-demand video.

Ygrene Disclaimer

Many Village of Palmetto Bay residents have received mailers and solicitations in the mail recently from Ygrene offering a program that finances energy efficiency, renewable energy, and water conservation upgrades. The mailer appears to suggest that Ygren...

Everything "Green" in Village Video

Check out this video to see how Palmetto Bay recognizes Earth Day in our own way, with a full week of events in previous years. Also, this video by MiamiHal video will leave you "greening" from cheek to cheek.

$100k in Taxpayer Savings

Since Mayor Flinn introduced paperless production of e-Currents in 2008, the Village continues to reduce the environmental impact and the cost to taxpayers of print newsletter production -- a total of $100,000 to date.