The 11th annual Fourth of July Concert and Fireworks Show was a huge success with thousands attending the Miami Lakes festivities at Picnic Park West. Attendees brought their own blankets and chairs to secure a good view for the fireworks show. Elected officials kicked off the event by received a check presentation of $1.3 million in state grants for canal bank and drainage improvements. People danced to the music by DJ John and The...

  Despite an increase for the town’s biggest expenditure and other spending hikes to keep pace with the growing population and a slight demand for upgraded services, Miami Lakes tentatively kept the same rate for property taxes for 2014-2015. But residents may pay a slight tax increase because their property values increased last year. The 2.3518 rate would generate $5.7 million in revenues for the budget along with other revenues...

  In an effort to continue “Growing Beautifully,” the Town of Miami Lakes has created a tutorial video that gives residents and prospective business owners helpful insight on how to navigate through the “Find My Zoning” application. The video is available in both English and Spanish. This video is the first of its kind, and the Town is excited to continue its economic development through innovative multimedia...

  During the pinnacle of his education career in which he was constantly recognized for his achievements, Eric Acosta accepted a job offer with a Fortune 500 company in New York, where he parlayed his teaching skills into an executive position earning more than a six-figure a year salary. While his success spilled over to Corporate America, it reminded him of how important it was to make sure kids reach their full potential and share...

  The Miami Lakes Town Council took the following actions on ordinances, resolutions and new business proposals at its July 8 regular meeting: • Lawmakers on first reading, approved an ordinance to create a Lien Amnesty program, an initiative of the Neighborhood Service Department, to encourage property owners to comply with the town’s code, apply for amnesty and pay a reduced amount to wipe out the lien. On April 8, the...