Miami Lakes Town Councilmembers gave their final approval for an ordinance to supplant the town’s ineffective traditional traffic concurrency system with a mobility fee based on the projected number of daily trips on a roadway for future building projects. At last week’s special meeting, lawmakers unanimously gave town staff the green light to implement a new traffic concurrency system which is consistent with the changes...

  During its April 5 regular meeting, the Miami Lakes Town Council approved a handful of resolutions, one ordinance and a some new business items proposed  by Council members. • Council members approved a smaller information guide of the proposed charter changes for mailing to registered voters along with a postcard before they are set to vote through a mail-in ballot for the May 17 special election. Council members shot down...

  Miami Lakes seniors can continue to enjoy a host of programming that faced extinction thanks to a $13,000 check from Miami-Dade County Commissioner Esteban Bovo Jr. The Miami Lakes Adult Education program, which coordinates community classes, senior health wellness fairs, community forums, and social events for senior citizens, was at risk of closing when the program lost state funding during the new fiscal year, October 1 through...

  Town of Miami Lakes has launched the “I Heart Miami Lakes” campaign, an initiative by Councilmember Tony Lama, intended to encourage residents to take pride in their community. Encouraging pride is essential for achieving the quality of life desired by residents. Whether it is supporting local businesses, volunteering, or lending a neighbor a helping hand, civic pride results in community improvement. “It gives me...

  Town of Miami Lakes announced the release of its Annual Report for the fiscal year (October 1, 2014 to September 30, 2015) which outlines the accomplishments over the last year and the status of all major areas of responsibility. “The past year has been full of accomplishments thanks to the Town’s diligent staff, elected officials, and residents,” said Town Manger Alex Rey. Over the last 50 years, Miami Lakes has...