Commissioner Mark Samuelian Memorial Scholastic Chess Tournament

Registration is full for the Commissioner Mark Samuelian Memorial Scholastic Chess Tournament, but spectators are invited to come watch aspiring chess players in grades K to 12 compete!

Sunday, November 3

10 AM - 3:30 PM

Scott Rakow Youth Center

2700 Sheridan Avenue

Tables will be available for open play.

Adaptive Beach Days

Hosted by the Sabrina Cohen Foundation, "Adaptive Beach Days" is a pop-up program that provides full-service access to the ocean for people with various disabilities with the help of trained staff, volunteers, access decks, beach wheelchairs and other adaptive equipment.

Sunday, November 3

11 AM - 3 PM

6475 Collins Avenue

Click here to register as a participant or as a volunteer.

Miami Film Festival GEMS

Miami Film Festival GEMS is happening now through November 3! Explore the program and get your tickets to some of the year’s most anticipated award-season contenders. GEMS is more than just a showcase of incredible cinema - it’s a chance for you to connect with other film lovers and industry professionals in one of the fastest-growing cities for film in the country. Get your tickets to enjoy talks, awards, parties and more at a variety of venues, including Regal South Beach.

Learn more at miamifilmfestival.com.

Ocean Drive Promenade Music Series

The Ocean Drive Association presents a performance by Beachside A Cappella as part of the weekly Ocean Drive Promenade Music Series.



Sunday, November 3

5 PM

Lummus Park, between 14 Street & 14 Place

Pack a blanket or folding chair to save your seat on the lawn. Rain location is inside The Betsy Hotel.

Afro Blue: MB Arts in the Parks

Afro Blue is a dance performance by choreographer Gentry George's Zest Collective, designed to commemorate Black musicians, presented free to the public as part of Miami Beach Arts in the Parks.

Sunday, November 3

7 PM

Miami Beach Bandshell

7275 Collins Avenue

Free RSVP.

Washington Avenue Residential Plan Virtual Community Meeting

Join the City of Miami Beach for a virtual public meeting to discuss the proposed ordinance on Residential Use Incentives for non-transient uses along Washington Avenue. These incentives are designed to encourage residential development while maintaining the character and vibrancy of the area. City staff will present the details of the ordinance and will be available to answer any questions from the community.

Click here to read the October Planning Board Staff Report.

Thursday, November 7

5:30 PM

Zoom link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81025065300 

Or via telephone: +1.305.224.1968 or +1.253.215.8782 

Webinar ID: 810 2506 5300 

If you have additional questions, please email Kevin Pulido at KevinPulido@miamibeachfl.gov.

Help Us Beautify the South Shore Community Center

Join Commissioner Tanya K. Bhatt for a hands-on landscaping event. Bring only your green thumbs and we will provide the rest!

Saturday, November 9

9:30 AM

South Shore Community Center

833 6 Street

Space is limited. Please RSVP by emailing SaraMurillo@miamibeachfl.gov.

Movie in the Park

Join #MBParks for a screening of "IF" in Canopy Park!

Saturday, November 9

6 PM (Sundown)

6-7 Streets & Alton Road

FREE

Floral Design Workshop

Miami Beach Seniors 55+ are invited to join us for a free floral design workshop to make a beautiful bouquet.

Sunday, November 10

1 PM - 2 PM

Scott Rakow Youth Center

2700 Sheridan

Sign up at register.miamibeachparks.com or contact 305.673.7767. Space is limited and registration is required.

Veterans Day Parade

Join the City of Miami Beach for the 16th annual Veterans Day parade and celebration at 11:11 a.m. on Monday, November 11. The event features veteran and military groups, marching bands, an F-16 flyover, local businesses and community organizations along iconic Ocean Drive beginning at 5 Street.

Learn more at www.miamibeachfl.gov/veteransday.

Galería Ocean Drive

This year’s Veterans Day celebration will mark the opening of a free, three-month outdoor exhibition: “Boot Camp in Paradise: World War II in Miami Beach.” The exhibit will include 30, state-of-the-art panels featuring a selection of photographs and printed materials from 1942-1945, when Miami Beach hosted over 600,000 U.S. troops training for combat in WWII. Curated by the Office of the Mayor and City Commission in cooperation with the Wolfsonian-FIU and with support from the Miami Beach Visitors and Convention Authority, it will run through the end of January in Lummus Park along Ocean Drive between 11 and 12 streets in a space being called Galería Ocean Drive.

Join us for the exhibit's opening ceremony on Monday, November 11 at 1 p.m. at 1101 Ocean Drive.

Learn more at www.miamibeachfl.gov/galeria.

City Commission Meetings

The City of Miami Beach will hold a City Commission Presentations and Awards meeting in the Commission Chambers at City Hall, 1700 Convention Center Drive, 3rd floor on Wednesday, November 13 at 5 p.m., aired live on MBTV and Facebook.

https://miamibeachfl-gov.zoom.us/j/81392857671

1.301.715.8592 or 1.888.475.4499

Access ID 81392857671#

Lakeview Neighborhood Critical Needs Project Hybrid Community Meeting

The City of Miami Beach invites residents to participate in a hybrid meeting to review the city’s Stormwater Master Plan and its recommended Lakeview critical needs project. The plan seeks to enhance community resilience through targeted stormwater improvements designed to mitigate flooding, safeguard public safety and elevate the quality of life for residents.

In person:

Wednesday, November 13

6:30 PM

Muss Park

4300 Chase Avenue

Or via Zoom: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87258895273

Or via phone: 1.305.224.1968 or 1.689.278.1000

Webinar ID: 872 5889 5273

If you have additional questions, please email Kevin Pulido, Neighborhood Affairs Division Director at kevinpulido@miamibeachfl.gov

Magen David Adom Ambulance Dedication

Please join the Miami Beach City Commission as they gift an ambulance to the Israeli coastal city of Nahariya.

Thursday, November 14

10:30 AM

Miami Beach City Hall

1700 Convention Center Drive

No Vacancy

The City of Miami Beach, in collaboration with the Miami Beach Visitor and Convention Authority, is pleased to announce the 2024 edition of No Vacancy, Miami Beach.

You’re invited to experience Miami Beach’s famed hotels as destination art spaces from November 14 through December 12, 2024 as #NoVacancy returns!

Visit the 12 participating hotels, check out the works of art and vote for your favorite one. Learn more.

Virtual Town Hall Meeting with Mayor Steven Meiner

Join Mayor Steven Meiner for a virtual town hall meeting ahead of the November 20 City Commission meeting.

Tuesday, November 19

5:30 PM

Zoom link: https://miamibeachfl-gov.zoom.us/j/89869137516

Miami Beach OnStage! presents Danay Suárez

Enjoy a performance by Danay Suárez at the Normandy Fountain featuring a live figure drawing session by Raw Figs. This event was previously scheduled for October 13, but was rescheduled due to weather.

New Date: Sunday, November 24

6 PM - 8 PM

Normandy Fountain

7802 Rue Vendome

Free RSVP.

Auditions Now Open for Youth Music Festival 2025

Calling all young musicians! Applications are now open for the 9th annual Miami Beach Youth Music Festival, which returns to the Miami Beach Bandshell on Saturday, March 8, 2025! 

Bands or individuals, live music of any genre — rock, jazz, Latin, electronic, folk, classical, funk, spoken word. Participants who are chosen to perform in the festival will be paid an honorarium. At least one member of the band must be a resident of Miami-Dade County, and the average age of the band needs to be younger than 18 years old at time of show. 

Applications will be accepted through December 13, 2024.

Submit your application now at MiamiBeach.Rocks.

SoundScape Cinema Series

The SoundScape Cinema Series is back from October through May. This season’s lineup features all new weekly movies that will be projected onto a 7,000-square-foot wall outside New World Center via a state-of-the-art projection and sound system in SoundScape Park.

A different movie is shown each Wednesday at 8 p.m. on the southwest corner of Washington Avenue and 17 Street.

View a listing of upcoming movies.  

Resident Discount: Beach Polo World Cup

The World Polo League Beach Polo World Cup is coming to Miami Beach from November 14-17. The event organizers are offering Miami Beach residents a 20% discount on VIP and Salon Jalisco tickets on Friday, November 15 when using the code “LOCALS20” to purchase tickets at www.miamibeachpolo.com.

Resident Discount: AvMed Orange Bowl Beach Run

Lace up your sneakers and get ready for scenic oceanfront views, school spirit and family fun at the 2024 AvMed Orange Bowl Beach Run! Participants can choose between a 5K or 10K throughout the beautiful road course on South Beach, all for a good cause – proceeds benefit Orange Bowl Cares. Miami Beach residents and businesses can use the promo code “MiamiBeach" to receive $10 off registration. Register now.

Sunday, December 15

7:30 AM

South Pointe Park

Feedback Wanted! Take a Survey for the Community Schoolyard Program at Biscayne Beach Elementary

The City of Miami Beach, Miami-Dade County Public Schools and Trust for Public Land are working together to design and build improvements to the outdoor field at Biscayne Beach Elementary (800 77 Street). The project will improve shared greenspace that will serve students during school hours, and that can act as neighborhood green space when school is closed.

During the 2024-2025 school year, students will design the schoolyard and we’re also looking for input from neighboring community members! 

Please fill out the following survey by Wednesday, November 20: 

• English
• Spanish

Project partners are seeking to raise funds for construction once the design is complete. Learn more about the community schoolyard project. 

The Rhythm Foundation presents Senior Day

The Rhythm Foundation has launched "Senior Day," a dedicated initiative designed to support and engage the local senior community. On the third Thursday of every month, starting at 8:30 a.m. until supplies last, Miami Beach residents aged 55 and older will have the opportunity to receive free tickets to various concerts and events at the Miami Beach Bandshell.

To enhance the experience, complimentary coffee and treats will be offered while seniors wait for their tickets. Tickets will be limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis, so seniors are encouraged to arrive early.

Wellness on Wheels: Community Veterinary Care

Miami-Dade Animal Services, in partnership with Commissioner Laura Dominguez and Miami-Dade County Commissioner Micky Steinberg, is offering free mobile veterinary care for owned dogs and cats in Miami Beach.

The service is available on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays now through Wednesday, December 18.

Mondays - Wednesdays

8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

(Lunch break from 12 PM - 1 PM)

7605 Collins Avenue 

Services provided at the mobile unit include vaccines, dewormer, microchip and more.

Normandy Fountain Events

Enjoy a variety of free events at the Normandy Fountain! For the most updated information, visit www.normandyfountain.com.

Lincoln Road Events

Lincoln Road has an exciting lineup of fall fun! Take a look at their upcoming events at www.lincolnroad.com.

Miami Beach PreK Program: Applications Open

The City of Miami Beach has approved a Prekindergarten Scholarship Program for the 2025-2026 school year that will provide eligible Miami Beach families with a PreK scholarship of up to $3,000.

Application deadline: December 2, 2024.

Apply now.

Arts & Culture e-Newsletter

Get the inside scoop on all things arts and culture! Sign up to receive information on events and offerings at Miami Beach cultural institutions straight to your inbox every Wednesday. 

Sign up for our Arts & Culture e-newsletter.

Volunteer to Serve on Miami Beach's Land Use Boards

From preserving our rich architectural heritage to guiding responsible development, Miami Beach's Land Use Boards are at the forefront of ensuring a sustainable and thriving city for generations to come. The city’s Land Use Boards are comprised of the Board of Adjustment, the Design Review Board, the Historic Preservation Board and the Planning Board.

We are calling on all residents who are passionate about shaping the future of Miami Beach to consider volunteering for our Land Use Boards. Volunteers will gain valuable experience and have an opportunity to make a difference in our community.

The following vacancy is currently available:

Design Review Board: One Landscape Architect registered in the State of Florida. 

Interested persons with the applicable qualifications may submit their application, resume, photograph and professional license(s) here. For assistance in completing the application, please contact the Office of the City Clerk at 305.673.7411.

For more information on the powers and duties and the composition of each Land Use Board, visit our website.

Participate in the Special Events Community Review Meetings 

The City of Miami Beach’s Tourism & Culture Department invites you to their Special Events Community Review Meetings, which take place virtually on the third Thursday of every month at 2 p.m. 

Special Events in the City of Miami Beach are subject to review and recommendation by the corresponding neighborhood or business association(s) as part of a monthly Special Events Community Review. We appreciate the community feedback provided during these meetings. 

Next Meeting: Thursday, November 21

Meeting link: https://bit.ly/3QhW3Hf

Subscribe today to the Special Events Community Review Newsletter to receive agendas and meeting information ahead of the monthly meetings at www.miamibeachfl.gov/city-hall/communications/subscriptions.

Register Your Bike with MBPD

The City of Miami Beach Police Department provides free bicycle registration services to help combat bicycle theft and assist in the recovery of stolen bicycles.

To register your bicycle, please visit miamibeachfl.gov/yourmbpd/services and click "Bicycle Registration."

Fall Prevention Program

Participants in the Fall Prevention Program will learn to evaluate their environment to reduce fall risk factors and will incorporate activity and exercises in order to increase strength and balance.

Fridays

9 AM - 10 AM

Scott Rakow Youth Center

2700 Sheridan Avenue

Free for adults 55 and older who are enrolled in the Miami Beach Senior program. Sign up today!

K.O. Voice Studio Performing Arts

Sign up for musical theater and singing lessons with K.O. Voice Studio & #MBParks!

Scott Rakow Youth Center

2700 Sheridan Avenue

Instructor: Kelly O'Shea

Group lessons available. Private lessons by appointment.

For more information and to register:

• Visit koperformingarts.com
• Email koperformingarts@gmail.com
• Call 310.902.2910

Special Abilities Adaptive Bowling

#MBParks offers Adaptive Bowling for those enrolled in the Special Abilities program.

Mondays | 10 AM - 11:30 AM

Every first and third Tuesday of the month | 6:30 PM - 8 PM

Scott Rakow Youth Center

2700 Sheridan Avenue

AGES: 12+ years

Must be enrolled in the Special Abilities program to participate:

Miami Beach residents - Free

Nonresidents - $73*

*Fee includes all special ability activities.

Receive Text Alerts from #MBParks!

Sign into your online account at register.miamibeachparks.com. Under your profile name, select "Opt-in for Text Alerts".

Seniors Soccer Program

Seniors can enjoy a fun outdoor soccer recreation program to stay active, bring out hidden talents, foster friendships, and improve mental and physical health.

Every Monday and Thursday

9 AM - 10 AM

North Shore Park

501 72 Street

FREE

The season runs October through March. Limited capacity. Pre-registration is recommended.

Martial Arts

Try martial arts with #MBParks! Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu & wrestling classes are available at two locations: 

• North Shore Park | 501 72 Street
• Scott Rakow Youth Center | 2700 Sheridan Avenue

Register at miami-martialarts.com.

For more information, contact instructor William at 305.859.1624 or help@miami-martialarts.com.

Fencing

Join our fencing program offered in partnership with Davis Fencing Academy in the heart of Miami Beach. Discover the exhilarating sport of Olympics fencing, master essential techniques and unleash your competitive edge.

Tuesdays & Thursdays

Epee Fencing Class - 6:30 PM - 8 PM

Open Floor Fencing - 8 PM - 9 PM

Muss Park, 4300 Chase Avenue

Classes began August 22. All ages are welcome. No experience necessary. Register.

Fall Athletics

Play like a champ with #MBParks! Registration is open for youth athletics for kids of all ages.

• Baseball
• Travel Baseball
• Peewee Soccer
• Primers Soccer
• Junior Soccer
• Travel Soccer
• Little Ballers Indoor Soccer
• Little Ballers Basketball
• Pee Wee Basketball
• Middle School Basketball

Residents: $33/Nonresidents: $295

Register at register.miamibeachparks.com. Registration is not final until residency is confirmed at your nearest program site.

Visit miamibeachparks.com for more information including age groups.

Cardio & Calisthenics Fitness Classes

Get fit with #MBParks!

Saturdays at 9 AM

Collins Park Garage

340 23 Street

Free ongoing classes

Click here to register.

North Beach Registered Resident Parking Pilot Program Starts Today

The City of Miami Beach has launched the North Beach Registered Resident Parking Pilot Program. 

Online registration for the program is now open here.

Alternatively, you can schedule an in-person appointment by calling 305.673.7505 or clicking here.

In-person appointments are available at two sites:

• Normandy Park & Pool: 7030 Trouville Esplanade

• Customer Service Center: 1755 Meridian Avenue, First Floor

Walk-ins are welcome at both registration locations.

This program allows North Beach residents to park their vehicles in designated Residential Zone 26, assuring more convenient access to parking near their residences. The initiative aims to preserve quality of life in places where residential parking is impacted by competing uses or a high concentration of parked cars.

Eligibility for the program is limited to residents who live within the designated North Beach Zone and can provide proof of residency. The program allows for up to two (2) permits per household, with additional permits to be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Registered resident parking hours as of today, November 1:

• Mondays - Fridays from 6 p.m. to 7 a.m.
• Fridays from 6 p.m. - Mondays 7 a.m.
• All city-observed holidays.
• Parking spaces adjacent to parks/schools will remain open to the public until closing hours.

Timeline:

Nov. 1, 2024: Educational period begins

Nov. 2, 2025: Program enforcement begins

Learn more.

Disabled Parking Placard Program

Regular parking fees now apply at all municipal parking spaces unless your disabled permit is registered under the City of Miami Beach Disabled Parking Placard Program. Strict enforcement began on Monday, June 3. For on-street parking spaces, disabled permit holders who do not register will continue to receive a maximum of four (4) hours free parking unless a shorter time limit is posted.

Registration is open. Registrants must appear in person at the city’s Customer Service Center, located at 1755 Meridian Avenue, 1st floor.

An application and consent form must be completed, signed, and notarized*. The consent form will authorize the city to verify the information provided by the registrant with the practitioner who approved the issuance of the disabled permit.

Applicants will need the following documentation:

• Disabled Placard and registration
• Driver’s License or State Identification
• Practitioner information, including Practitioner License Number
• Vehicle Registration

*A notary public will be available at the Customer Service Center at the time an application is submitted.

Learn more.

Mount Sinai Link Service

The City of Miami Beach has launched a new Mount Sinai Link shuttle van service which provides similar service to the now discontinued Miami-Dade County Route 115 — ensuring a reliable and consistent transit connection between North Beach and Mid Beach as well as a direct connection to Mount Sinai Medical Center. 

The Mount Sinai Link operates 7 days a week from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. and serves all stops north of 41 Street previously covered by Route 115. The approximate frequency of service will be 60-70 minutes, ensuring regular service. In addition to the expanded Freebee On-Demand service to mitigate the loss of Route 115, the new Mount Sinai Link will offer a valuable connection to Miami-Dade County Bus Route 150 “Miami Beach Airport Express” at 41 Street, providing a convenient link to Miami International Airport. 

41 Street Traffic Re-Circulation Pilot Program

In an effort to improve mobility for residents traveling north and south along Sheridan and Royal Palm avenues as well as crossing 41 Street, the city has implemented a pilot program during peak afternoon hours. 

Traffic pattern restrictions are in effect Monday through Friday between 3:30 p.m. and 7 p.m.

During the six-month pilot, left turns are prohibited at:

• Sheridan Ave onto 41 Street in the SB and NB directions
• Royal Palm Ave onto 41 Street in the SB and NB directions 
• Sheridan Ave onto 40 Street in the NB direction only

Two-way traffic is being maintained on Royal Palm and Sheridan Avenues, with police resources deployed at the intersections of Sheridan Avenue and 41 Street, and Royal Palm Avenue and 41 Street. On-street parking is not affected.

These changes are intended to ease congestion caused by the influx of vehicles that travel through this area. Learn more.

Use the Transit App to Track the Trolley 

The Miami Beach Trolley Tracker is currently undergoing improvements and has been temporarily removed from the Miami Beach Gov app. In the meantime, we encourage riders to download the free Transit App for efficient and reliable trolley tracking.

Alternatively, our customer service team is available at 305.673.7117 to provide trolley ETAs directly. Users can also text the City of Miami Beach stop ID number (available on all trolley stop signs) to 786.981.4545 to receive arrival times via text message.

We are committed to providing our residents and visitors with the best possible transit experience and hope to have an integrated trolley tracker back up and running within the Miami Beach Gov App in the near future.

The Miami Beach free citywide trolley service operates 15 hours a day, from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m., 7 days a week at approximately 20-minute average service frequency along each route.

Learn more and download the Transit App.

King Tide Season

Prepare for king tide season! During the upcoming king tide period expected in November, the City of Miami Beach may experience higher than normal tides that result in street and property flooding in low-lying areas. 

Higher than normal tides are expected during the following dates: November 13 - November 18

In preparation for the king tides, staff continues to clean stormwater treatment systems to reduce pollutants from entering the waterways and also conduct inspections. In addition, temporary pumps may have been installed to mitigate flooding in low-lying neighborhoods.

Learn more.

Friendsgiving Beach Cleanup

Join Clean Miami Beach for a beach cleanup to help protect the ocean.

Saturday, November 16

9 AM - 11 AM

21 Street Beach

All ages welcome. Community service hours will be provided. Bring your reusable water bottle. RSVP.

Fight the Bite

Take precautions against mosquito-borne illness by applying bug spray, avoiding areas with high mosquito populations and wearing long pants and long-sleeve shirts when possible - especially during sunrise and sunset when mosquitoes are most active.

To prevent the bite and spread of disease by mosquitoes, remember to drain and cover.

• Flush water from water-bearing plants so they don't become a breeding ground for mosquitoes. Disposing of excess water at least once a week disrupts the mosquitoes' life cycle, preventing mosquito egg deposits and killing existing larvae in the process.
• Survey your garden and backyard, checking landscaping for current and future locations of standing water. Mosquitoes need as little as a bottle cap of water to reproduce, so every little bit counts.
• Eliminate all sources of standing water by emptying potential water-holding yard items, including pots, buckets and wheelbarrows weekly. Make sure to drain items more frequently following rainfall.

Gas-Powered Leaf Blower Ban & Chainsaw Phase Out Period

Gas-powered leaf blowers are banned in Miami Beach. Additionally, gas-powered chainsaws are now being phased out per ordinance 2024-4589. These initiatives are part of the city's commitment to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050.

The warning period for phasing out gas-powered chainsaws begins today, November 1, 2024 and continues until Thursday, July 31, 2025. Full enforcement will commence on August 1, 2025.

Transitioning away from gas-powered leaf blowers and chainsaws not only helps to reduce air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions, but also helps to improve water quality, mitigate noise pollution and promote operational effectiveness.

Rental Application Fee Reimbursement Program

Households earning up to 120% of the Area Median Income can receive a reimbursement of 80% of their rental application fee, up to $500 per year.

If you are interested in the Rental Application Fee Reimbursement Program, please visit the Office of Housing & Community Services at 765 17 Street or call 305.673.7491.

Learn more.

Family Pathways Program

Empower your family with our Family Pathways Program! The City of Miami Beach Family Pathways Program is a Children's Trust funded program. Our team of Success Coaches can provide individualized, wraparound care tailored to your family. With our team by your side, we’ll work together to address your family’s unique needs and connect you with valuable resources.

Families of children up to 18 years of age, who live or work in the City of Miami Beach and/or whose children attend a Miami-Dade County Public School within the Miami Beach community are eligible for the program. For families of children living with a disability who are enrolled in school, eligibility may be up to age 22. For more information, please call 305.673.7491 or email familypathways@miamibeachfl.gov.

Your active participation is key to building on your strengths and achieving stability. Join us in creating lasting change. Services are free of charge.

Fair Housing Spotlight

If you have a mental or physical challenge, not only would it be illegal to harass you or treat you differently in housing because of that challenge, but you may also be entitled to a reasonable accommodation or modification.

If you are facing discrimination, please take action by calling Housing Opportunities Project for Excellence (HOPE), Inc. at 305.651.HOPE (4673).  

Quick Tip - Building Code Violation Amnesty Program

Did you know that Miami Beach offers an amnesty program, also referred to as Building Code Violation Amnesty Program, which helps property owners manage the stress of civil penalties related to building code violations? This applies particularly to construction conducted without the necessary permits or under permits that have missed mandatory inspections.

It's important to understand that if you purchase a property where work has been completed without proper permits or inspections, you, as the new owner, bear the responsibility for ensuring the property meets compliance standards. A lien search won’t reveal if any unpermitted work has been done. Therefore, if you suspect any modifications were made without permits, it's wise to verify with the city or county regarding the status of those permits.

Property owners wishing to legalize any unpermitted work or expired permits can do so without facing penalties. Only fees related to obtaining new permits or renewing existing ones will apply.

For information on how to apply for this program, click here.

Spanish CERT Training

The Miami Beach Fire Department's Division of Emergency Management will be offering a Basic In-class Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training in Spanish at Fire Station 2.

The three-day training will be offered in person on Saturday, November 16, Sunday, November 17 and Saturday, November 23.

9 AM - 5 PM

2300 Pine Tree Drive

CERT is a free national training program under FEMA that aims to educate residents, businesses and employees about disaster preparedness. CERT members can assist others in their neighborhood or workplace during an emergency until first responders arrive.

Participants will learn disaster preparedness, CERT organization, disaster medical operations such as Stop-The-Bleed, disaster psychology, fire safety and utility control, light search and rescue and more.

For more information or to register visit, https://www.miamibeachfl.gov/event/cert-training-2/2024-11-16/

Seat Belt Safety

National Seatbelt Safety Day is coming up on November 14. Please remember to buckle up. When driving, the safest choice you and your passengers can make is to wear your seat belt. Using a seat belt is the most effective thing that can protect you in a crash. Seat belts are designed to work with air bags. Make sure that your seat belt is worn correctly over your shoulder and away from your neck. Never put your shoulder belt behind your back or under an arm.

For more seat belt safety tips click here.

Hurricane Preparedness

Hurricane season began on June 1 and runs through November 30. Make sure you have a plan, build a kit and stay informed this hurricane season.

The City of Miami Beach wants to ensure the safety of all its residents, businesses and visitors. Visit our hurricane webpage for tips on how to stay safe this hurricane season and watch our hurricane special below, which will air regularly on MBTV (Channel 660 on Breezeline or Channel 99 on AT&T U-Verse) through the end of November.

Please ensure you’re registered to receive emergency alerts via text notifications from the city by texting MBAlert to 888777. 

Report Issues to Our 24/7 Control Room

Call our 24/7 Control Room at 305.673.7625, day or night, to report any issues, such as:

• Streetlight outages 
• Potholes
• Cracked sidewalks
• Graffiti
• Overflowing trash cans
• And more!

Our Public Works team has operators working around the clock to make sure all issues get sent to the proper department to fix them. 

Report Code Compliance Violations

Help us keep Miami Beach beautiful! If you spot a suspected violation of the City Code, call the Code Compliance Department at 305.604.CITY (2849).

Examples of common violations include:

• Trash on a property or in an alley
• Unkept properties in your neighborhood
• Overflowing dumpsters
• Loud noise from construction or music
• Illegal short-term rentals

For more information on Code Compliance, visit www.miamibeachfl.gov/code-compliance.

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