The newly formed Miami Lakes Charter Revision Commission met to choose its leadership and set a schedule for future meetings.      The commission is formed every 10 years to review the town charter, which sets forth Miami Lakes’ form of government; election procedures; administrative processes; legislative rules and other topics.       The body decided on Dec. 16 that it will meet...

The public is invited to Miami Lakes Town Hall on Jan. 13 to discuss traffic concerns with staff. During the first hour, attendees may discuss their traffic issues on the east side of town, followed by another 60 minutes when residents can share their concerns about mobility on the west side, according to the Town’s website. The meeting will be held inside the council chambers, 6601 Main St., from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Residents are invited to meet officials with the Greater Miami Expressway Authority on Jan. 8 about the partial interchange proposed for Gratigny Parkway at Northwest 67 Avenue. This informal workshop will allow the public to review the proposed alternatives. There will not be a formal presentation, but members of the project study team will be in attendance to hear feedback and answer questions. The information...

Jan. 6, Jan. 20  Miami Lakes Toastmasters Club Online meetings held the first and third Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m.  – 8:30 p.m. First visit is free, six-month membership costs $60. Go to Miamilakes.ToastmastersClubs.org Jan. 8 Senior Bingo Luncheon Elderly Affairs Committee presents bingo, a meal and prizes. Roberto Alonso Community Center, 16500 NW 87th Ave. Ages 60+. 10:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. Free. Registration...

    The 2025 Miami Lakes employee of the year is Accounts Payable Specialist Gabriella Escobar.       “I’m very honored,” Escobar, 25, said. “It’s a privilege to be working for the town and I’m very surprised that I was recognized as Employee of the Year.”      She was a part-time employee in Oct. 2022 when she began working for the town as the...