The Town of Miami Lakes may finally get its own zip code.
The Town Council, led by Councilmember Manny Cid, has continued to fight for the past three years with the U.S. Postal Service for a Zip Code that is unique to Miami Lakes.
U.S. Congressman Mario Diaz-Balart added the Miami Lakes Zip Code language to the Postal Service Reform Act of 2016 requiring the U.S. Postal Service to designate an independent zip code no later than September 30, 2017.
The Postal Service Act of 2016 a bipartisan bill sponsored by Congressman Jason Chaffetz (R-Utah), chairman of the U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, and Congressman Elijah Cummings (D-MD).
“This bill reflects how working in a bipartisan, collaborative manner can bring about much needed reform,” said Chaffetz. “The outlook for the Postal Service is grim without the improvements contained in this bill. I hope the legislation sees quick action by the full House so the Postal Service can be one step closer to a viable, solvent future.”
Cid, who spearheaded the zip code initiative, said Diaz-Balart helped the town to accomplish a goal set 10 years ago.
"Thanks to our good friend, Congressman Mario Diaz-Balart, Miami Lakes is at the goal-line of finally obtaining its own Zip Code," said Cid. "An independent Miami Lakes Zip Code will help reduce our residents’ auto insurance premiums, assist with economic development, and the branding of our beautiful town," Cid said.
The bill is currently scheduled to be heard on the House Floor in the Fall. To read the complete act, visit www.congress.gov/bill/114th-congress/housebill/5714/text.