Beginning August 3 through 5, a tax free holiday will give parents an opportunity to buy school supplies at cheaper prices. The three-day back-to-school event includes duty free offers on clothing, shoes and backpacks starting at $60 or less and school supplies $15 or less.  In regards to clothing, articles that are not tax exempt include: Watches, watchbands, jewelry, umbrellas or handkerchiefs. Shoes and footwear do not include...

  The next town manager for Miami Lakes must have at least five years experience in government or the private sector, a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or a law degree, and be effective in carrying out the town’s strategic plan and operating a budget between $15 and $30 million. The candidate preferably is bilingual and may be asked to move to Miami Lakes to share the everyday experience of residents.  The...

  Andrea Agha, who began her career with the Town of Miami Lakes in 2010, and has served as the Deputy Town Manager since 2014, has accepted the position of Village Manager for the Village of Key Biscayne. In an email to Town Manager Alex Rey, Agha said, “I am deeply appreciative of the support and warmth I have received from the Miami Lakes Town Council, staff and community. Miami Lakes has been instrumental in developing my...

  Miami Lakes will host a Community Workshop for Lakes Patricia and Lake Katharine residents at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, July 23, at the Youth Center, 6075 Miami Lakes Drive. The purpose of the workshop is to present the residents with information on the undergrounding of FPL utility lines. Town engineering firm Kimley-Horn will lead the presentation. Town staff will be available to address any questions and concerns presented by the area...

  The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) will host two Public Information Meetings in July at Town Hall Council Chambers, 6601 Main Street. Palmetto Expressway Construction Public Information Meeting will be from 6 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, July 18. For more information, contact Jeannette Lazo via email at jeannette@iscprgroup.com, or at 305-573-0089. Palmetto Expressway Express Lanes Public Information Meeting will be held from...