11 candidates face off for 4 Town Council seats

Featured Thursday, October 27, 2016

Next week, Miami Lakes residents flock to the polls to elect a mayor and three council members to represent the town for the next four years. On November 8, incumbent Mayor Michael Pizzi, 53, faces two challengers, Councilmember Manny Cid, 33, and former mayor Wayne Slaton, 65, the face of Miami Lakes’ incorporation movement.For Seat One, Councilmember Nelson Rodriguez, a 47-year-old Coral Gables firefighter, is facing attorney Alex...

Michele Figueroa honored as Officer of the Quarter

Government Tuesday, October 18, 2016

Miami Lakes Police Officer Michele Figueroa was recognized as Officer of the Quarter during the October 4 Town Council meeting for her dedication to duty, teamwork, and a high degree of initiative. During May, the Town experienced a rise in vehicle burglaries. Eager to safeguard the community, Figueroa increased her presence in the area with proactive directed patrols. She conducted several traffic stops and completed several field interview...

Recognitions for citizens, community organizations

Government Tuesday, October 18, 2016

Several community members and organizations were recognized for their accomplishments and support during the October 4 Town Council meeting.Miami Lakes Bridge Club was acknowledged as one of the oldest “on-going” clubs in the town. The club was founded by Mary Barbieri in the 1970s, she is still an active member and meets with her fellow members at the Mary Collins Community Center every Monday at 11:45 a.m.Bridge Club members...

3Q performance report available on website

Government Tuesday, October 18, 2016

In fiscal year 2013-14, Miami Lakes began tracking and reporting performance measures as part of an ongoing effort to be accountable to the public. The Third Quarter Performance Report from April to June 2016 is now available on the Town Manager’s website page at www.miamilakes-fl.gov/manager.“The Town continually works to improve delivery of services and the way we measure and evaluate our performance,” said Town Manager...
Miami Lakes Youth Center, “The Spot,” will host several events and a field trip for middle and high school students during November at 6075 Miami Lakes Drive.Friday, November 4 – Candy Night. Kids with a sweet tooth are invited o bring their friends for a sweet game night featured Bean Boozled, Candy Land and more.Wednesday, November 9 – Open Hang Night. Bring friends and hang out at the Youth Center for a night full...
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