Local business owners should create a safe and security plan for their employees to respond to emergencies such as a burglary and armed robbery or a disgruntled person intent on harming people with gun violence.  Miami Lakes Police Commander Major Javier Ruiz said drafting such a plan is crucial to react to critical incidents until the police and fire rescue arrive on the scene. As the guest speaker for the Miami Lakes Chamber of...

  A homecoming fundraiser was held recently at Shula’s Steakhouse in Miami Lakes for Florida gubernatorial candidate Gwen Graham. Over 100 family, friends and supporters were in attendance and many of the ladies donned Graham for Governor dresses they wore when Bob Graham ran for the  state’s top leadership position. As the daughter of the former Florida governor and U.S. Senator, Gwen Graham has adopted her...

  Sponsorship registration is now open for Miami Lakes 15th annual Fourth of July Concert and Fireworks Show. The Cultural Affairs Committee and the Town will celebrate Independence Day on Wednesday, July 4. Last year’s event offered live entertainment, food trucks, and a spectacular fireworks presentation to more than 10,000 people. Sponsorship levels begin at the Bronze level for $500 and go up to $10,000 for the Title Sponsor...

  Town of Miami Lakes completed its annual financial audit successfully for fiscal year 2017 that was presented to the Mayor and Council at the April 3 Council meeting. The Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) includes an introduction, financial, statistical and a compliance section reporting the financial health of the Town, in accordance with government auditing standards. The Town is required to perform an annual independent...

  For the fourth consecutive year, the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) is collaborating with the Walt Disney Company to help fund local park improvement projects across the country through the national “Meet Me at the Park” Earth Month campaign. The city that receives the most nominations will receive a $20,000 grant to improve a local park. From now to April 30, Miami Lakes residents will have an opportunity...