As the number of positive COVID-19 cases continues to rise throughout the nation, the City of Miami Beach is
committed to keeping our residents, businesses and employees safe during this pandemic.
As such, the City Manager has extended his
State of Emergency Declaration
through April 16, 2020 as well as the city's
“Safer at Home” Emergency Order and
Emergency Measures.
Any violation of the emergency measures would subject the individual or business entity to criminal penalties.
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Heroes Supporting Heroes
Members of the Miami Beach Fire and Police Departments came together on Easter Sunday to show their gratitude for our local health partners at Mount Sinai Hospital.
With lights and sirens, doctors and nurses emerged from the Emergency Room to a standing ovation.
Want to show your appreciation for our first responders, medical professionals and senior citizens? Email us at
[email protected]
with a
letter or drawing of gratitude
and we'll make sure they receive it.
Don't forget to tag us in your acts of kindness through social media by using
#MBeKind
and tagging us on
Facebook
,
Twitter
or
Instagram
.
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Fire Safety at Home
Resident safety remains the City of Miami Beach’s highest priority during this ongoing coronavirus pandemic. As we observe the Safer at Home order, the Miami Beach Fire Department is providing fire prevention tips to keep your homes and loved ones safe.
From creating a plan in case of a fire to kitchen safety, we've got you covered.
Click here
to learn more.
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Summer Camp Registration
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the City of Miami Beach Parks and Recreation Department will be rescheduling the 2020 Summer Camp registration period. We apologize for the inconvenience. Please check our website at
www.miamibeachparks.com
and the City’s COVID-19 site
www.miamibeachfl.gov/coronavirus
for future updates and new registration dates.
Seniors Got Talent
Missed the big show? Our Parks & Recreation Seniors put together a massive talent show and we're bringing it right to you! Tune in on
Facebook live or via MBTV this Thursday, April 16 and get ready to dance.
Thursday, April 16
11 AM - 12 PM
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Virtual Sustainachella
Tune into another Virtual Sustainachella Thursday, April 16 as we learn about the magic of coral reefs and the marine life that inhabit the waters below our city.
Thursday, April 16
1 PM - 2 PM
Click
here
to register today to obtain access to the Zoom meeting.
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Drive-Thru Food Distribution
Feeding South Florida and Commissioner David Richardson will host a drive-thru food distribution this Saturday, April 18.
The food distribution is on a first come, first serve basis while supplies last.
Please remain in your car and open the trunk when it's your turn in line.
Saturday, April 18
9 AM - 11 AM
2100 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach, FL
Entrance on 21 Street and Collins Avenue
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COVID-19 Testing
Seniors
The City of Miami Beach is offering in-home COVID-19 testing
for homebound Miami Beach seniors that are 65 years and older and are experiencing symptoms
associated with the coronavirus
— including fever, shortness of breath or a persistent cough.
Testing is
by appointment only
and residents who meet the criteria should call the city’s customer service center at 305.604.CITY (2489) to request an appointment. The customer service center is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Since there are a limited number of tests, the city asks that only seniors that meet the criteria schedule an appointment.
In-home testing for homebound residents is provided by MedRite with the assistance of the Miami Beach Fire Department.
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MedRite
MedRite is operating a mobile testing center in Miami Beach.
If you have any questions, please call 305.735.3909 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
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Commission Meeting
The upcoming Commission meeting being held
Wednesday, April 22 at 8:30 a.m.
will be televised on MBTV and streamed live on
Facebook
.
The Commission Chambers will be closed to the public.
- How to provide spoken public comment during the City Commission Meeting: The public may provide spoken comment by dialing telephone 312.626.6799 or 1.888.475.4499 (Toll Free). The Webinar ID is 235797272#. Press *9 to raise a hand to be placed in queue to speak.
- How to submit written public comment before the City Commission Meeting: The public may submit written comments by sending an email to [email protected] by 5 p.m. the day before the Commission Meeting. Please identify the Agenda Item Number in the email subject line. Emails received will be forwarded to the Mayor and Commissioners and will be included as a part of the meeting record.
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Virtual Cultural Offerings
Feeling the cabin fever? Our cultural partners are busy coming up with creative ways to share their art and culture with you! Click
here
to view all there is to experience virtually in Miami Beach.
Customer Service
Our city hotline at 305.604.CITY (2489) is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. You can also email your questions to
[email protected]
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Mandatory Face Coverings
Remember, Miami-Dade County has issued
Emergency Order 20-20,
mandating
persons working in or visiting grocery stores, restaurants, pharmacies, construction sites, public transit vehicles, vehicles for hire, and locations where social distancing measures are not possible to wear facial coverings as defined by the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC).
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To help keep you informed on the latest details of this ever evolving COVID-19
pandemic
,
the city has created a dedicated, city-related coronavirus webpage. We encourage you to continuously visit
www.miamibeachfl.gov/coronavirus
f
or the most up-to-date information, including a list of
frequently asked questions
,
important resources, impacts to city services and more.
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Below is an ongoing summary of updates from the City of Miami Beach.
Miami Beach Resource Center
Has your business or job been impacted by coronavarius pandemic? The City of Miami Beach is here to help! Please email your contact information and inquiry to
[email protected]
and one of our resource agents will assist you.
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Impacted Meetings/Events
Miami Beach Restaurants - Takeout and Delivery
The City of Miami Beach is maintaining the general curfew throughout the city beginning at midnight each night, but
permits restaurants to continue to operate their kitchens after midnight, for delivery services only
.
Meals for Seniors
If you are a senior citizen 65 years or older and are having problems getting meals,
please call Miami-Dade County’s 311 Call Center between the hours of 7 a.m. and 7 p.m
. and you will be immediately patched in with their Emergency Operations Center to get you the meals or other services that you may need. If you are not a senior, we still encourage you to share this message with any senior you may know.
Business Assistance & Resources
View some
helpful tools
and resources for businesses expected to be impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, including information on
Governor DeSantis' Florida Small Business Emergency Loan Program and more on our dedicated
business portal
.
Stay Informed
The City of Miami Beach remains committed to ensuring the safety and public health of our residents, visitors and local businesses. As the information is changing rapidly pertaining to COVID-19, the administration is conducting daily interdepartmental calls to monitor the progression of novel coronavirus COVID-19 to ensure that we stay informed and respond when needed. We are also closely following the guidelines provided by the
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the
Florida Department of Health
(FDOH).
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