Businesses are the heart and center of the economic activity in Miami Lakes. There are over 2,300 registered small and big businesses in Miami Lakes that contribute to the economic impact in the region. In order to help local businesses continue to grow and stay updated with the latest technological trends, Miami Lakes Economic Development Committee will host a strategic popup event, “The Social Media Tech Summit,” from...

  Town of Miami Lakes is hosting Round 3 of the “Capture a Miami Lakes Moment” photo contest with a chance for photographers to win a great prize and be recognized at the September Town Council meeting and have their photo featured on the Town’s website. The contest offers an opportunity to capture the hometown feel and stunning views of the Miami Lakes community while depicting a favorite place or thing to do in the...

  State Senator Rene Garcia will be the guest speaker at the next Miami Lakes Chamber of Commerce luncheon meeting scheduled for 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, May 9, at Shula’s Hotel Grand Ballroom. The organization’s monthly gathering opens for networking with lunch to follow at noon. To reserve contact Marta Diaz at 305-556-2212, or email mdiaz@miamilakeschamber.com. Deadline to reserve a table is Friday, May 4, at noon. Garcia...

  The Miami Lakes Town Council held its May 1 regular meeting, where lawmakers were expected to approve two ordinance and a host of resolutions including business contracts. • Lawmakers were expected to give their initial approval for an ordinance to create a provision in the town’s code for proper paint colors for commercial and industrial buildings. The ordinance stems from Councilmember Marilyn Ruano’s proposal to...

  Miami-Dade County Commission Chairman Esteban Bovo Jr. paid homage to State Senator Rene Garcia by presenting a proclamation during an event at Hialeah Park Racing and Casino for his 20 years of public service to the community. Garcia, who previously served on the Hialeah City Council and in the State House of Representatives, is term limited and seeking Bovo’s District 13 seat on the County Commission seat in 2020.   Bovo,...