North Beach Community Picnic

Come enjoy games, music, a bounce house, crafts and more at our North Beach Community Picnic!

Sunday, August 10

10 AM - 1 PM

West Lot 4

82 Street & Collins Avenue

Food and refreshments will be available for purchase from local food trucks.

Ocean Drive Promenade Music Series

The Ocean Drive Association presents a performance featuring Miami Vice Strings as part of the weekly Ocean Drive Promenade Music Series.

Sunday, August 10

6 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 located at 1440 Ocean Drive.

Free Mammogram Service

Commissioner Alex J. Fernandez, Miami-Dade County Commissioner Micky Steinberg, Liga Contra El Cancer and H3: Health. Hope. Healing are bringing a mobile mammogram bus to Miami Beach to offer free mammograms for low-income women ages 40-60 with no implants and no health insurance.

Saturday, August 16

9:30 AM - 4:30 PM

North Shore Branch Library Parking Lot

7501 Collins Avenue

To register, call 305.856.8366.

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, August 17

11 AM - 3 PM

6475 Collins Avenue

Adaptive Beach Days continue on every third Sunday of the month through November 2025.

Register as a participant or volunteer.

North Beach Compost Hub Pick Up & Workshop

Join us for a workshop with special guest Jeremy Garza, Director of Biscayne National Park Institute. Learn how national parks use biodiversity practices to aid in land restoration and participate in hands-on composting and garden work.

Saturday, August 23

Workshop: 9 AM - 12 PM

Pick up: 10 AM - 12 PM

8440 Collins Avenue

Please bring a gallon-size container to collect compost for home use. Learn more about composting by visiting MBRisingAbove.com/compost.

Free Sandless Sandbag Distribution

The City of Miami Beach will be hosting a free sandless sandbag distribution event. The sandless sandbags come prefilled with silica gel beads that expand in water. Click here or watch the video below for instructions on how to activate, use and dispose of them.

Sunday, August 24

9 AM - 5 PM



Two surface parking lot locations:

South/Mid Beach: 2100 Collins Avenue

North Beach: 225 79 Street

There is a limit of 4 per household. Available while supplies last. Residents are required to show proof of residency via a government-issued ID or utility bill.

Virtual Town Hall Meeting with Mayor Steven Meiner

Join Mayor Steven Meiner for a virtual town hall meeting ahead of the September 3 City Commission Meeting.

Tuesday, September 2

5:30 PM

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

City Commission Meetings

The City Commission is in recess for the month of August.

The next City Commission meeting will take place on Wednesday, September 3 at 8:30 a.m.

The meeting will be held in the Commission Chambers at City Hall, 1700 Convention Center Drive, 3rd floor.

Participate via Zoom at: https://miamibeachfl-gov.zoom.us/j/81392857671

1.301.715.8592 or 1.888.475.4499

Access ID 81392857671#

Other ways to watch the meetings:

• City website: miamibeachfl.gov/MBTV
• YouTube: youtube.com/cityofmiamibeachtv
• MBTV: Breezeline channel 660 or 2004/AT&T U-verse channel 99/Hotwire Fision channel 395
• Roku

Post-Commission Recap With Commissioner Rosen Gonzalez

Join Commissioner Kristen Rosen Gonzalez for a post-commission meeting recap featuring the following special guests:

• Amy Mehu, Executive Director of the 41 Street Business Improvement District
• David Sexton, Executive Director of the Normandy Fountain

Thursday, September 4

5:30 PM

Zoom link: https://miamibeachfl-gov.zoom.us/j/82558477651

Household Hazardous Waste, Used Electronics & Paper Drop-Off

Need to safely dispose of your household hazardous

chemicals and waste? Piles of paper and old mail stacking

up? Help protect the environment and keep your home safe. Bring your used oil, fertilizers, old paint, insecticides,

batteries, electronics, piles of paper and more.

Sunday, September 7

8 AM - 3 PM

40 Street & Chase Avenue

In the parking lot behind the bank

Due to limited capacity, the shredding truck will leave the site once full and will not operate in the rain. For a full list of accepted items, please visit www.MBRisingAbove.com/HHW.

Micromobility Town Hall

Please join Commissioner Tanya Bhatt for a Micromobility Town Hall. At this event, we will be educating residents and visitors about safety practices and current local laws surrounding e-bike, e-scooters, bicycles and other micromobility devices. Attendees can also register their bicycles and get free helmets and fittings!

Tuesday, September 9

6 PM - 7:30 PM

Art Deco Welcome Center

1001 Ocean Drive

Hybrid option: https://miamibeachfl-gov.zoom.us/j/84825193412

Meeting ID: 882 6420 3183

Miami Beach Salsa Fest

Join the City of Miami Beach and the Hispanic Affairs Committee for the Miami Beach Salsa Fest. The free event will feature Melina Almodóvar, Jacareo, DJ Cristi Hernz, a senior salsa dance competition, free salsa lessons and much more.

Sunday, October 5

4 PM

Miami Beach Bandshell

7275 Collins Avenue

For more information, contact 305.321.1087.

School Zone Speed Limits

Miami-Dade County Public Schools will be back in session on Thursday, August 14, which means school zone speed limits will soon be back in effect. Remember to pay attention to the posted speed limits and slow down.

Virtual School Tours

Tour videos are available for all six Miami-Dade County Public Schools in the city, including Biscayne Beach Elementary, Miami Beach Fienberg Fisher K-8, North Beach Elementary, Miami Beach South Pointe Elementary, Miami Beach Nautilus Middle and Miami Beach Senior High School.

Take a virtual tour.

$1 Summer Parking Extended Through September

The $1 Summer Parking Program has been extended through September 30, 2025! During this time period, the City of Miami Beach is offering a flat $1-per-hour parking rate at municipal parking lots, garages and on-street parking throughout the city.

The parking discount is available exclusively through the ParkMobile app. Users will receive up to three discounted hours per parking session and up to 45 discounted hours in total throughout the promotional period.

To take advantage of the discounted rate, motorists must open the ParkMobile app and enter the zone number. A promo code unique to that parking zone will appear in a pop-up banner within the app. Users will only need to enter the code one time if they plan to keep their vehicle within any zone that shares the same hourly rate.

For more information, visit www.miamibeachfl.gov/summerparking.

Nominations Open for Miami Beach 2025 Hispanic Heritage Month Awards

The Miami Beach Hispanic Affairs Committee is seeking nominations for the 2025 Hispanic Heritage Month Awards by 5 p.m. on Friday, August 15. The committee will honor recipients at an awards ceremony this fall.

National Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated annually from September 15 to October 15. The Hispanic Heritage Month Awards are intended to honor members of the Hispanic community who live or work in the City of Miami Beach and who have made a positive contribution to the community in their respective professions.

The committee will select individuals or businesses from the following categories:

Individual — Educator, public safety personnel, social service provider, artist, youth (under 18 involved in community service), adult contributing to the success of youth and any Hispanic Miami Beach community member.

Business — Business, business owner, or employee of a qualified business (must have at least 51% Hispanic ownership).

Each nomination must include the nominee’s full name, address, phone number and a detailed explanation of the nominee’s contribution to the community. Nominations must be received by 5 p.m. on Friday, August 15, 2025. The awards will be presented during the Miami Beach Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration in October.           

Nomination forms are available by clicking here. Completed forms can be submitted via email to leonorhernandez@miamibeachfl.gov or via mail to Leonor Hernandez, City of Miami Beach, Hispanic Affairs Committee Liaison, 1700 Convention Center Drive, Miami Beach, FL, 33139.

Pitch the Beach

The Black Professionals Network is looking for bold, Black entrepreneurs with scalable business ideas and a vision to make waves in the City of Miami Beach. Whether you're local or ready to expand into the city, this is your chance to pitch your business in front of investors, civic leaders and the South Florida startup ecosystem — and compete for funding, visibility and business support.

Deadline to apply: Monday, August 18

Event Date: August 28 | 6 PM - 9 PM | Casa Matilda

Click here to submit your application.

State Hurricane Mitigation Grant Program Now Accepting Applications

The Florida Legislature has allocated $280 million for the 2025-2026 fiscal year to fund grants under the My Safe Florida Home (MSFH) Program.

The program provides matching grants to help homeowners strengthen their properties against hurricanes. Eligible improvements include roofing, exterior doors, garage doors and window protections. For every $1 the homeowner invests, the program offers $2 in grant funding — up to $10,000. This cycle prioritizes low- and moderate-income homeowners aged 60 and older, and while there is no formal deadline, funding is limited and awarded on a first-come, first-served basis. Early application is strongly encouraged.

Click here to apply and learn more.

Miami Spice

Miami Spice is here! More than 80 Miami Beach restaurants are offering exclusive lunch, brunch and dinner deals now through September 30.

View participating restaurants and explore their menus at miamispice.com.

Resident Discount: Miami International Auto Show

As a thank you to our community, Miami Beach residents are eligible for a 20% discount on tickets to the Miami International Auto Show at the Miami Beach Convention Center from Friday, September 26 through Sunday, October 5, 2025.

To receive the discount, use promo code: MIABCH at checkout.

Get tickets.

Resident Discount: Billboard Latin Music Week

Billboard Latin Music Week returns to Miami Beach on October 20-24, 2025 at The Fillmore Miami Beach.

Billboard Latin Music Week brings together emerging and renowned artists, industry leaders, creators, and decision-makers in Latin music from around the world for a week of showcases, networking, exclusive conversations, panels, workshops, activations and concerts.

Miami Beach residents can receive $50 off passes with promo code “MIABEACH25”. Purchase discounted tickets here.

Visit www.billboardlatinmusicweek.com for additional information.

100 Years of Art Deco: A World Celebration in Miami Beach

The city’s outdoor gallery, Galería Ocean Drive, recently debuted a new exhibition featuring over 100 iconic Art Deco images from around the world — alongside the treasures of Miami Beach’s own Tropical Deco style.

The open-air exhibition, located in Lummus Park at 1101 Ocean Drive, celebrates the glamorous design movement born in Paris in 1925 and reimagined in our own backyard. Stop by for a quick stroll, photo op and journey through time.

Curated by the Miami Beach Office of the Mayor and Commission, the exhibition runs through January 2026.

Hurricane Season

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

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.

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

Operation Clean Water: F.R.O.G.

F.R.O.G. can clog! Keep Fats, Rags, Oils and Grease out of your drains.

• Fats include animal and vegetable fats used to cook and prepare food.
• Rags include wipes, paper towels, tissues and other disposable cleaning cloths.
• Oils include cooking oils, salad dressings and sauces.
• Grease includes meat drippings, bacon fat, butter, margarine and gravy.

How to dispose of F.R.O.G. properly:

• Place fats, oils or grease in a container, cool and seal before disposing in the trash.
• Scrape food scraps and grease into the trash or compost.
• Use a paper towel to wipe greasy pans before washing.
• Dispose of wipes, paper towels and cleaning cloths in the trash — even those labeled "flushable."

Ride Right: Micromobility Safety Guide

Walk, bike and ride safely — follow local laws, stay alert and share the road. Know where to ride and remember — pedestrians have the right of way. 

Use of all motorized means of transportation including micromobility devices such as e-bikes, e-scooters and e-skateboards are prohibited in the following locations:

• Beachwalk
• City Sidewalks
• Collins Park
• Marina Baywalk (South of 5 Street)
• South Pointe Park

Use of bicycles*, skateboards, roller skates, inline skates and all motorized means of transportation including micromobility devices such as e-bikes, e-scooters and e-skateboards are prohibited in the following locations:

• Baywalk (North of 5 Street)
• Lincoln Road
• Ocean Drive

*Bicycles are allowed on Lincoln Road from 2 a.m. to 9 a.m.

ADA mobility devices are permitted everywhere. Micromobility device riders must obey traffic signals and laws on city streets (City Code Section 70-67).

Make A Bold Move

Ready to make a bold move? Miami Beach isn’t just a destination — it’s a launchpad for possibility. Whether you’re growing a business or planting new roots, our Economic Development Department is here to help you turn ambition into action.

From innovative business incentives to resident-friendly programs, we offer tailored tools to support your journey.

Explore opportunities at www.MBBiz.com.

Don’t forget to sign up for the city's Economic Development e-newsletter to receive the latest business news right to your inbox!

Miami Beach Classical Music Festival 2025 Season

Experience an unforgettable lineup of immersive performances and free public concerts at the Miami Beach Classical Music Festival’s 2025 season.

The lineup features groundbreaking projection mapping performances, beloved opera productions and much more.

Browse the season schedule and get your tickets.

Expanded Freebee Service in North Beach

Our complimentary Freebee on-demand transit service now includes more portions of North Beach!

The expanded Freebee service in North Beach provides last-mile connectivity to transit stops, homes, residential buildings, hotels, commercial establishments and city garages within the North Beach and Mid Beach geo-fenced service areas.

Learn more.

Don't Forget to Lock Your Vehicle

Follow these simple tips to keep your car and belongings safe:

• Always lock your vehicle
• Take your key fob with you 
• Don’t leave any valuables visible in your car 

Auto burglaries can happen in seconds, but with these tips, you can prevent them!

Citi Bike Resident Perk

Citi Bike is offering three free 30-minute monthly bike rentals to residents who do not currently subscribe to the service or a free month of rentals for residents who have purchased or will purchase annual memberships.

To take advantage of the perks, Miami Beach residents must bring proof of residency to the Citi Bike location at 723 Washington Avenue during regular business hours (10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily). Call Citi Bike at 305.532.9494 or visit www.miamibeachfl.gov/citibike.

Normandy Fountain Events

Join the Normandy Fountain Business Association for a variety of free events at the Normandy Fountain!

Visit www.normandyfountain.com to learn more.

Lincoln Road Events

Lincoln Road has an exciting lineup of events, such as the new monthly Art Walk during Culture Crawl on the third Thursday of the month. Take a look at the full calendar of events at www.lincolnroad.com.

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.

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 www.miamibeachfl.gov/yourmbpd/services and click "Bicycle Registration."

EyeOnWater

Sign up for EyeOnWater to keep track of your water usage. Powered by Badger Meter in association with your water utility, EyeOnWater lets you connect to supported water utility accounts to you see how much water you’re using and can even alert you to possible leaks on your property.

Sign up.

Protect Pets from Extreme Heat

Protect your furry friends! The asphalt can get nearly twice as hot as the air outside. If it’s too hot for your bare feet, then it’s too hot for your pet’s paws.

Conditions can change quickly. Make sure your pet has plenty of water and never leave them in a car.

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.

Volunteers Needed

Volunteers needed! The City of Miami Beach is looking for volunteers to help homeless, free-roaming community cats through the Trap, Neuter, Vaccinate and Return (TNVR) method. In addition, SoBe Cats is looking for volunteers to work at the Kitty Campus adoption facility and/or to be a part of a feeding program.

The feeders play a vital role in the mission of SoBe Cats because not only do they supply the cat colonies with food and fresh water for survival, but they also act as the eyes and ears for cats in need of TNVR. Register to be a feeder.

Contact info@sobecats.org for more information.

Iguana Remediation Program

As an invasive species with no known natural predators on Miami Beach, iguanas are able to wreak havoc on our environment. They eat vegetation on public and private property and destroy renourished dunes. They can also damage infrastructure by burrowing under sidewalks and seawalls. Iguana bites and waste can transmit salmonella, which can be harmful to humans and pets.

The city partners with contractors who work seven days a week to remove iguanas from public property. If you’re dealing with an iguana problem, there are ways to deter them from private property, such as filling in holes to discourage burrowing, hanging wind chimes or removing plants that may attract them. Iguana-resistant plants include milkweed, citrus and tough, thick-leaved plants. Never feed iguanas and do not leave pet foods or ripe fruits outside.

Iguanas are legally allowed to be removed from private property, as long as it’s done humanely. Caught iguanas must be euthanized and cannot be released.

If you see a large group of iguanas gathering or notice an area with an influx of iguanas, please report it using the Miami Beach Gov app.

City contractors Iguana Control, M&J Ecological, Iguana Busters and Redline Iguana removal all offer a discount on iguana removal for Miami Beach residents. 

Check out the video below or click here to learn more.

Fall Athletics

Play like a champ! #MBParks offers youth athletics for kids of all ages.

• Recreation and Travel Baseball (K-12 grades)
• Recreation and Travel Soccer (K-12 grades)
• Recreation Basketball (Pee Wee K-1 & Middle School 6-8 grades)
• Volleyball (10-14 years old)

Registration is now open for Miami Beach residents at register.miamibeachparks.com. Registration for nonresidents opens on Tuesday, August 12. Cost is $33 for residents and $295 for nonresidents. Registration is not final until residency is confirmed at the nearest program site.

Flag Football Fall Camp

Miami Beach Flag Football is hosting a Fall 2025 Youth Flag Football Camp. This camp will be open to boys and girls ages 6 to 15 years old. 

Saturdays from September 6 - October 25

9 AM - 10:15 AM

Miami Beach Senior High School Football Field

2231 Prairie Avenue

This camp will be led by Miami Beach Senior High head football coach Wilkie Perez and will include individual skills development, drills, 5-on-5 offense/defense schemes, and scrimmaging/competition. This presents a great opportunity for our kids to learn the game, make new friends and get world class inspiration from Coach Wilkie Perez and his staff – all while having fun! Participants will be grouped by age and/or size.

Cost: $199 plus $3.50 transaction fee for 8 sessions, 10 total hours of instruction plus a high-quality jersey top ($35 value)

Register at www.miamibeachflagfootball.com

12th Annual Billy-Gene Memorial Golf Tournament

The 12th Annual Billy-Gene Memorial Golf Tournament benefits scholarships and equipment for the Miami Beach Junior Golf Programs for underserved youth. Please join us to play or sponsor and help raise funds to bring smiles and life skills to the children of Miami Beach.

Friday, October 24

Normandy Shores Golf Club

2401 Biarritz Drive



11 AM - Driving Range & Balls

1 PM - Shotgun/Scramble Start

5 PM - Cocktail Reception

Four-person Shotgun/Scramble:

$150 per person | $600 per foursome

Includes lunch, 18 holes of golf, post-round cocktail reception, awards and favors.

Sponsorship Opportunities:

Sponsorships are recognized with logo/name on rule sheets, score sheets, and signage with recognition in pre & post-event publications. All sponsors are invited to the reception.

Call, email or walk into the Normandy Shores Golf Club to sign up.

Phone: 305.868.6502

Register securely via email: bwilcox@normandyshoresgolfclub.com

Free Classes for Seniors 55+

You're never too old to play! Free classes that promote a healthy lifestyle while having fun are available for Miami Beach adults 55 and older.

Classes include chair yoga, chair aerobics, dance fusion, fine arts, pickleball free open play, sound therapy, tai chi, water aerobics, senior soccer, fall prevention classes, free fitness center hours and more.

For more information, call 305.673.7730 or check out our monthly calendar at miamibeachparks.com. 

Free Classes for Seniors 55+ Relocated for the Summer

The following senior classes have been relocated to the Carl Fisher Clubhouse at 2100 Washington Avenue from now through Friday, August 15.

Dance Fusion

Mondays & Wednesdays 

9 AM - 10 AM

Tai Chi

Tuesdays & Thursdays

9 AM - 10 AM

Yoga

Fridays

9 AM - 10 AM

Classes are subject to change. Please check miamibeachparks.com for updates and to view additional senior programming.

Receive Text Alerts from #MBParks!

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

Dog Beach Daily Hours

While we love our furry friends, pets are prohibited on the beach. However, there are three designated "bark beaches" in Miami Beach so your pup can still play on the sand. Check out our dog beach hours below.

Locations:

• South Beach, 21 Street 
• Mid Beach, 53 Street
• North Beach, 81 Street

Daily Hours:

• April - October: 9 AM - 11 AM
• November - March: 7 AM - 9 AM

The North Beach location at 81 Street is open for the following additional hours from Friday through Sunday:

• March - October: 3 PM - 7 PM
• November - February: 1:30 PM - 5:30 PM

As a reminder, always pick up after your pets to keep our waterways clean.

Martial Arts

Try martial arts with #MBParks! Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and 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.

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.

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.

Full enforcement began 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.

Fertilizer Ban

Biscayne Bay provides recreational, cultural and economic well-being for our entire community. To help keep the bay healthy, the City of Miami Beach has prohibited the use of fertilizer application from May 15 through November 1. Show our bay some love and help keep it fertilizer-free.

Visit www.MBRisingAbove.com/fertilizers for more information on fertilizer application outside of the restricted period.

Sargassum

Recently, you may have noticed a heavier influx of sargassum (seaweed) along our shoreline. The city continues to coordinate with Miami-Dade County Parks to safely remove excess seaweed from our beaches. Clean-up crews operate on a daily basis to collect, remove, cut and turn the buildup of seaweed on the water line across our 7.5-mile beach.

Prior to operating heavy machinery, a team surveys for sea turtle nests and hatchlings each morning. Once the survey is complete, beach operations crews proceed to clean the beach until sunset, regardless of tidal conditions.

Check out the video below to learn more.

Sea Turtle Season

Sea turtle season in Miami Beach began on April 1 and runs through October 31.

Our beach is a crucial nesting habitat for sea turtles. As sea turtle hatchlings make their way from sand to sea, the stark contrast between the darker dunes and the reflection of the moon over the ocean helps them determine where to go.

Artificial lighting near beaches presents a significant hazard by confusing sea turtles and leading them to mistakenly crawl toward the artificial lights instead of heading to the ocean. Turn off the lights to help keep sea turtles safe!

Do not disturb or touch nesting sea turtles or hatchlings. Report any disturbances or lost turtles to MyFWC Florida Fish and Wildlife at 1.888.404.3922, to Miami-Dade County Government at 305.310.3046 or to Miami Beach PD at 305.673.7900. Let's protect our beach ecosystem together! Learn more.

Balloon-Free Miami Beach

Did you know that sea turtles, fish and birds mistake fallen balloons for food? Help keep our ocean and Biscayne Bay balloon-free while protecting our Miami Beach ecosystem! Balloons are prohibited in public marinas, parks and beaches.

Environmentally friendly decor alternatives include: paper garlands, banners, streamers, flowers, pompoms, pinwheels, bubble-blowing solution and kites.

Fines range from an educational warning to a $100 civil fine for each balloon up to $1,000 for the first violation. Fines increase for repeated violations within the prior 12 months.

Learn more.

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

Do you live or work in Miami Beach and have a child?

If you’re a parent or guardian of a child (ages 0–18, or up to 22 if attending school with a disability) and you live or work in Miami Beach, you may qualify for FREE support through our Family Pathways Program, including:

• Care Coordination
• Tutoring
• Mental Health Counseling
• Referrals for Legal, Housing, Food Assistance & More

This program is only available to families with children and is designed to support youth growing up in our community.

Learn more.

Text-to-911

The Miami Beach Fire Department’s Public Safety Communications Division offers Text-to-911, providing another way to reach emergency services when calling isn’t possible. This feature is available countywide throughout Miami-Dade.

Text-to-911 is especially beneficial for hearing- and/or speech-impaired individuals or in situations where speaking could be dangerous. Simply text 911 (no spaces or dashes), include your location and the nature of the emergency, and avoid slang, emojis or group texts. Be sure to silence your phone to avoid drawing unwanted attention.

For faster and more efficient communication in times of emergency, please continue to dial 911 whenever practical to do so. 

To learn more about Text-to-911, click here.

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 at Fire Station 2.

The three-day training will be offered in person on Saturday, August 16, Sunday, August 17 and Saturday, August 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, click here.

Heat Season

Heat season runs from May 1 to October 31, when temperatures in our area can become excessively high. During this time, it’s important to take extra precautions to protect yourself and others:

• Stay hydrated throughout the day
• Wear light, breathable clothing
• Avoid outdoor activities during peak heat hours
• Never leave children, pets or vulnerable individuals in parked vehicles
• Know the signs of heat exhaustion and heat stroke

Take care and stay cool this heat season! For more heat safety tips, click here.

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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