Dear Friends and Neighbors: 

On April 1st, the Village hosted an informational workshop designed to focus on the best interests of our Village engaging with the community and encouraging dialogue and participation for the Village's Comprehensive Plan update.

The Village has just begun this process and would like to hear from residents. For those that weren't able to attend, we invite you to provide ideas, feedback, and suggestions through our dedicated public portal, click here thru June 2nd.

On April 1st we had our Regular Council Meeting and last night the Village held our April Zoning Hearing. You can view the Council Meeting Log of Final Action here and the Zoning Log of Final Action here or catch a recap by listening to Inside Palmetto Bay. We passed the following items:

✔️ A resolution directing the Manager to study the feasibility of reversing the one way direction of traffic along SW 72nd avenue from 144th street to 139th street.

✔️A resolution directing the Manager to provide design, permitting, bidding, and limited construction for the roadway improvement project at 92nd Avenue from US1 to 164th street.

You can click on the log of final action to see all of the items and how your council voted.

Our Spring Recycling Drive-Thru is only a week away, and we've made it easier than ever to clean out your sheds and storage rooms while helping to protect the environment! This is your chance to get rid of those hard to dispose of items like paint, batteries, and electronics, including big bulky items such as desktop computers and TVs. We're also accepting paper items and gently used clothing, and our vendors will gladly unload everything from your car as you drive past the various collection points in Village Hall's parking lot. Click here for all the details.

Last night, in response to the many residents that have reached out, the Manager gave an update on the duck removal from Coral Reef Park. Since 2010, there have been several duck and geese removals following complaints of aggressive behavior. The Manager presented many complaints and invoices for legal removal through the years. That said, the past does not need to dictate how we manage our wildlife moving forward. I have met with several experts in the field over the last several weeks and with many residents to listen to their concerns. I thank those that have reached out to discuss. It is unfortunate that a small group has politicized this incident but for me it has also given me the opportunity to speak to many that want to find ways to change the way wildlife is maintained in our community.

As I stated at the meeting, we can't change what has occurred, but we can change the how we deal with the issue moving forward and even create a model for other cities to emulate. You can view the discussion by clicking below. I encourage you to join us at our May meetings as we move items forward that are proactive for our community. I will also be hosting an After Hours with Karyn so that I can hear from you and hopefully incorporate your ideas and ask your questions. Save the date and I will announce the location early next week. Click here to watch the video.

As always, I am here to answer questions or lend a helping hand and I encourage you to tune into reliable sources of information. Click to sign up for the Village Newsletter. Please feel free to contact me at kcunningham@palmettobay-fl.gov or at 305-799-0695. Together we are making Palmetto Bay an even better place to live, work, learn, and play.

Warm regards,