Special Election Runoff (4/30/2024)

As per Section 5.1(c) of the Town Charter, public notice is hereby given that a Special Election Runoff has been called and ordered to be held within the Town on Tuesday, April 30, 2024 to fill the vacancy of Seat 6 to Town Council.

Special Needs Advisory Board

The mission of the Special Needs Advisory Board is to create a model town for inclusion, by identifying specific Miami Lakes families with an interest in matters pertaining to individuals with special needs; connecting them to existing programs, services and events; and, serving the Town Council in an advisory capacity to identify unmet needs and assist with the discovery of possible solutions.

Board Members

Vivian Levy	Chair
Jesenia Orellana	Vice Chair
Paula Gonzalez	Secretary
John Rogger	Member
Clarimar Zeledon	Member
Madelin Santana	Member
Francisco Tollinche	Member

Special Needs Safety Program

The Town of Miami Lakes has implemented the Special Needs Safety Program, a voluntary program open to Miami Lakes residents with special needs. The Special Needs Safety Program is a collaboration between the Town of Miami Lakes, its Special Needs Advisory Board, and the Miami Dade County Police Department’s Miami Lakes Division.

To register for the program, residents will be asked to provide relevant information. Law enforcement will use this information for emergency purposes or during encounters with law enforcement.

Participants will receive window decals to display prominently on their front doors. These decals indicate that someone in the residence has special needs, and law enforcement officers should respond accordingly.

Download Special Needs Safety Program Application.

VIDEO: Miami Lakes introduces Special Needs Safety Program

Events & Initiatives

The Special Needs Advisory Board with the support of the Miami Lakes Town Council sponsors the following programs:

Mayor’s Gala to benefit the Special Needs Advisory Board

Workshops & Seminars
Arts for Autism Dance Class
Painting with a Twist
Resource Fair
Karate DOJO Program
Miami Lakes Sensory Friendly Movie
Independence Day sensory friendly space

For a complete list of upcoming events visit the Town Calendar. To reserve a spot at an upcoming event visit Eventbrite.

Videos:

Matthew Palacios Boundless Playground

Staff Liaison

Gabriella Escobar | Committee Liaison to Special Needs and Mental Health

T: (305) 364-6100 | E: escobarg@miamilakes-fl.gov