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News & Updates
September 1, 2020
73 New Trees Planted Through Grant

We're adding more trees to our Town! Through the Street Tree Matching Grant we were awarded by Neat Street's Miami, we're planting 75 new Florida native trees (Gumbo Limbo and Green Buttonwood Trees) throughout Town including public swales by residential homes and Cutler Bay Middle School.
Upcoming Virtual Meetings and Events

Monday, Sept. 7

Tuesday, Sept. 8 | 7 p.m.

Wednesday, Sept. 16 | 7 p.m.

Tuesday, Sept. 22 | 7 p.m.

Wednesday, Sept 23 | 10:30 a.m.
All Way Stop Signs to be Added at Franjo Road and Cutler Ridge Drive Intersection
At the continued requests of Town Council, the Town’s Public Works Department, and with the support and data provided by Town Police, Miami-Dade County has reconsidered their previous decision and is granting the request to place “All Way” stop signs at the intersection of Franjo Road and Cutler Ridge Drive (SW 200 Street).

Miami-Dade County Department of Transportation and Public Works (DTPW) informed us last week that they will install the “All-Way” stop signs at the intersection within two to four weeks.

As many of you know, this intersection is one that has had several vehicular accidents. This is something Town Council and staff have known and have requested, on multiple occasions, for the County to implement additional safety measures. (Read more about the Town’s efforts).

Since Franjo Road is a Miami-Dade County owned and maintained road, any changes or improvements to the road must be approved and implemented by the County.

Thank you to Commissioner Daniella Levine Cava and the DTPW for their support in making this request come to fruition.In the near future, this intersection will be redesigned as a roundabout through the Franjo Roadway Improvement Project. Public Involvement Meetings for the project will be held within the next few months. Sign up to receive our e-notifications to be notified of these meetings and learn more about the project here.
Officer McLaughlin Retires After 29 Years of Service

On Monday, Aug. 31, we honored Town of Cutler Bay Police Officer John McLaughlin with a proclamation—who is retiring from Miami-Dade Police Department after 29 years of service.

Known for his positive attitude and easy-going nature, Officer McLaughlin has been awarded 107 commendations and 2 departmental awards: one for providing disaster relief during Hurricane Wilma; and the other for rescuing three sisters inside a burning building, for which he received a Bronze Medal of Valor.
Active Adults: Virtual Painting Class

Active Adults—Join us on on Wednesday, September 23, on Zoom for a virtual painting class. Limited to the first 20 *Active Adults who RSVP. Please RSVP with Gabriela Blaylock at (786) 573-5576 or at mblaylock@cutlerbay-fl.gov. Link to the Zoom class will be provided once RSVP is confirmed. Paint kits will be provided and must be picked up on Friday, September 18, at Cutler Ridge Park (10100 sw 200 street). You will be provided with a pick up time once RSVP is confirmed.

*Active Adults series of events are designed for Town Residents aged 55 and over.
Restaurants: Be Sure to Follow County's Indoor Dining Regulations

On Monday, Aug. 31, Restaurants were permitted to open their indoor dining areas to patrons, with restrictions. Restaurant owners, be sure you know and follow the County's latest order regarding indoor dining. Click here to learn more about the County's requirements for restaurants.

If you notice a business not following the County's safety guidelines, you may report the issue on our website at www.cutlerbay-fl.gov/covid-violations. You may also call 305-4-POLICE (305-476-5423) to report a violation the moment you witness it.
COVID-19 Resources
Town of Cutler Bay | www.cutlerbay-fl.gov