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Town Newsletter | February 4, 2020
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Find the latest news, upcoming events and other important information regarding Cutler Bay all through our e-newsletter... happy reading!
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Click the images below to see more from some of the Town's recent events and meetings.
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Martin Luther King Jr.
Day Parade |
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Volunteers at
BBCW Restoration |
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In Case You Missed it: Last Week Mayor Tim Meerbott Issued an Open Letter... Read Excerpt Below
Dear Residents,
We're in the midst of a very exciting time for our Town! As many of you know, we recently finalized the "land swap" deal-exchanging the Cutler Bay Town Center building and adjacent property we owned for 16 acres of land located on Old Cutler Road and SW 212 Street, known to many as the "potato field" (learn more about this exchange here:
http://cutlerbay-fl.gov/Home/Components/News/News/3377/).
The vision for this parcel of land-which is located in the geographical heart of our Town-is to not only house a municipal complex and park, but to be the emotional heart of our Town and a gathering place for our tightly-knit community.
The next step in this project is the visioning process, which will determine what we-as a community-envision for this space...
Read full open letter
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11th Annual Chili Day in Cutler Bay Draws Over 3,000 Attendees
The Town of Cutler Bay celebrated its 11th Annual Chili Day on Saturday, January 25, 2020, at Cutler Ridge Park. As one of the Town's largest event that kicks off the new year, this year's Chili Day brought in over 3,000 attendees. 26 teams competed in the cook-off, including four firehouses and three restaurants.
Chefs arrived at the park as early as 8 a.m. Saturday morning to begin prepping and cooking. In addition to bragging rights, the teams competed for cash prizes and trophies in the following five categories: Chili, Salsa, Cornbread, People's Choice and Best Decorated Booth. For the People's Choice categories, event attendees were invited to sample chili and salsa and vote for their favorite team via text messaging.
Read full press release
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Important Dates: Presidential Preference Primary Elections
The Presidential Preference Primary Elections are just around the corner... March 17, to be exact! Make sure you take note of the following important dates:
- February 18: Deadline to be registered to vote or change party affiliation in this primary election (Florida is a closed primary state; only registered Republican and Democratic voters are eligible to vote in this election)
- March 7: Deadline to request a Vote-by-Mail ballot for the Presidential Preference Primary Election
- March 17: Date of the Presidential Preference Primary Election
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| 2020 Census PSA: How Will 2020 Census Data be Used? (:30) |
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How Will 2020 Census Data be Used?
Learn how census data helps governments make funding decisions, nonprofits perform services, and businesses create jobs. Understanding changes in a population helps communities for the better.
Let's get counted, Cutler Bay! Share this video to help us spread awareness!
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UPCOMING EVENTS AND MEETINGS
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Event/Meeting
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Location
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Wednesday, February 5
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Communities for a Lifetime Committee Meeting
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Town Hall Community Room
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Thursday, February 6
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Education Advisory Committee Meeting
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Town Hall Community Room
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Saturday, February 8
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Shred-A-Thon
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Town Hall Parking Lot
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Friday, February 14
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Economic Growth Committee Meeting
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Town Hall Community Room
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Monday, February 17
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Presidents Day
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Town Hall Offices Closed
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Tuesday, February 18
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Youth Council Committee Meeting
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Town Hall Community Room
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Wednesday, February 19
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Code Compliance Special Magistrate
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Town Hall Community Room
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Wednesday, February 19
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Town Council Meeting
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Town Hall Council Chambers
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Friday, February 21
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Movie Night: Dora and the Lost City of Gold
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Cutler Ridge Park
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Tuesday, February 25
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Active Adutls: Diabetes Self-Management Program
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East Rodge at Cutler Bay
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Wednesday, February 26
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Town Council Workshop
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Town Hall Council Chambers
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Saturday, February 29
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Peking Acrobats at SMDCAC
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South Miami-Dade Cultural Arts Center
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Community on Patrol (COP) App:
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Cutler Bay Mobile App:
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Crime Mapping:
The Town and Miami-Dade Police Department utilize CrimeMapping to help law enforcement provide the public with valuable information about recent crime activity in their neighborhoods. Crime data is uploaded on a daily basis so that the information being viewed by residents is current. To view crime trends in your neighborhood, visit
www.crimemapping.com
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Nextdoor:
Nextdoor is a website that makes it easy to communicate with your neighbors. The site allows neighbors to share recommendations about local services, organize neighborhood events and connect with parents and other groups in the neighborhood. Nextdoor protects you, your information and your neighborhood.
Join at
www.nextdoor.com
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Miami Dade Transit Tracker:
Miami-Dade County Transit, which updates the Town's Circulator Bus Service, encourages you to utilize the Miami-Dade Transit Tracker App to help track your ride and plan your trip. The program allows riders to attain real-time tracking of the Town's Municipal Circulator, Metrobus and Metrorail. The App also provides fare information, Miami-Dade Transit contacts, bus schedules, and connecting buses. For more information, visit the
Miami-Dade County Transit website
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Municode:
The Town utilizes Municode to promote transparency and efficiency. To search the Town of Cutler Bay Codes Library, visit www.municode.com
and visit the Library page, search by state then municipality (Cutler Bay)
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