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  • 2024 Spring Athletics Programs: Don’t Miss Out

    2024 Spring Athletics Programs: Don’t Miss Out

    Miami Lakes, FL – As we step into a new year, we are excited to show the 2024 lineup of athletic programs on offer for young ones and adults alike. Take a look at what is on offer: MGT ACADEMY TENNISMiami Lakes Optimist Park Tennis Courts, 6411 NW 162nd StEnjoy afterschool and adult tennis programs…

  • Town to Hold Special Election to Fill Council Vacancy

    Town to Hold Special Election to Fill Council Vacancy

    Miami Lakes, FL – The Town of Miami Lakes is holding a Special Election to fill the vacancy of Seat 6 to the Town Council. On Tuesday, April 9, 2024, residents may cast their votes at the polls during the Special Election to fill the vacant Seat 6 to the Council following the resignation of…

  • Miami Lakes Celebrates 17 Years of Tree City USA Designation

    Miami Lakes Celebrates 17 Years of Tree City USA Designation

    Miami Lakes, FL – The Town of Miami Lakes is proud to have received the Tree City USA designation from the Arbor Day Foundation for the 17th consecutive year. The Town of Miami Lakes is well-known for its vibrant tree canopies, arbor maintenance, and greenery as a whole. The Tree City USA program has been…

  • Summer Camps Coming to Community Centers in Miami Lakes

    Summer Camps Coming to Community Centers in Miami Lakes

    Miami Lakes, FL – As the summer season approaches, the Town of Miami Lakes is excited to to announce the availability of three exciting summer camps for local youth to enjoy. Camp offerings for 2024 include: YMCA of South Florida Transform your summer into an unforgettable adventure with our exclusive Dance and Soccer Camps! Powered…

  • Town Wins 2024 GREEN Miami-Dade County Matching Grant Program for Reforestation Project

    Town Wins 2024 GREEN Miami-Dade County Matching Grant Program for Reforestation Project

    Miami Lakes, FL – The Growing Roots for Environmentally Equitable Neighborhoods (GREEN) Miami-Dade County Matching Grant Program has awarded the Town a grant in the amount of $50,363 for the Miami Lakes West Lakes Reforestation Phase 6 Project, allowing the Town to continue its mission in enhancing its tree canopy, providing shade, and creating memorable…

  • Miami Lakes Receives Growth Award Recognition for 2023

    Miami Lakes Receives Growth Award Recognition for 2023

    Miami Lakes, FL – The Town is proud to announce that it has been recognized again with the Arbor Day Foundation’s Tree City USA Growth Award for the 14th year. As a Sterling City, a designation for having received the Growth Award for 10 or more years, Miami Lakes has displayed a continued dedication to…

  • Nominations for 2024 Women of Distinction Now Open

    Nominations for 2024 Women of Distinction Now Open

    Miami Lakes, FL – The month of March is recognized and celebrated as Women’s History Month, commemorating the achievements and vital role that women play in America, both historic and current. Here in Miami Lakes, the Town and its Cultural Affairs Committee look to do the same with its annual Women of Distinction Awards, where…

  • Town Announces Remote Public Comments Available for Board and Committee Meetings

    Town Announces Remote Public Comments Available for Board and Committee Meetings

    Miami Lakes, FL – The Town of Miami Lakes has 12 council-appointed volunteer boards and committees that address a variety of issues relevant to the community. The Town boards and committees meet monthly to discuss pertinent business, plan events, and provide recommendations to the Town Council. At the January 2025 Regular Council meeting, Councilmember Steven…

  • Nominate Outstanding Students, Educators for 2024 Awards of Excellence

    Nominate Outstanding Students, Educators for 2024 Awards of Excellence

    Miami Lakes, FL – The Town’s Education Advisory Board is excited to announce the opening of nominations for the 2024 Awards of Excellence, an annual event dedicated to honoring outstanding students and educators for their contributions to their school and community. The Awards of Excellence recognize individuals who have demonstrated exceptional dedication, leadership, and service,…

  • Council Awards New Contract for Farmers Market Operation

    Council Awards New Contract for Farmers Market Operation

    Miami Lakes, FL – Following months of detailed work and vetting, the Town Council approved the awarding of the contract for operation of the Farmers Market here in Miami Lakes to Florida Marketplace Group, LLC (“Florida Marketplace”) of Miami Shores, extending a partnership that has lasted since 2021. Effective March 12, 2024, Florida Marketplace will…