In the News
Mayor Cunningham Hosts South Dade Mayors & Managers
Mayor Cunningham brought together the Mayors and Managers for the cities of Pinecrest, Cutler Bay, Florida City, and Homestead during a meeting yesterday morning to discuss matters of importance to the South Dade communities.  
Coming Soon...
We recently heard rumors that Cuban Guys may be coming to Palmetto Bay and have confirmed that they are indeed true! The restaurant known for its traditional Hispanic food, fast service and casual atmosphere is coming to the space previously occupied by Offerdahl's on SW 144 Street and US 1. We hope to announce an opening date soon.
Summer Camp Registration Now Open!
Tennis Summer Camp program starts June 14th!

The Village of Palmetto Bay will only be offering a Tennis Summer Camp program at Coral Reef Park. The program starts on Monday, June 14th and runs through Friday, August 13th. Camp hours are 9 am to noon, Monday to Friday.
In Case You Missed It!
May is Mental Awareness Month
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Our mental health is something we should take care of year round! Prioritizing our mental health should be a 365-day affair. Just as physical health, our mental health is something we should all take care of regardless of whether we're experiencing mental illness.
Water Safety Tips
In Palmetto Bay, many of our homes have pools and therefore, we have prepared this quick water safety summary as a reminder of what we should and should not do, especially when children and water are concerned.
Palmetto Bay Celebrates National Small Business Week
National Small Business week is celebrated from May 2nd, 2021 to May 8th, 2021 across cities in the United States. Small Business Week is intended to recognize the service, innovation and development of small businesses nationwide.

Palmetto Bay celebrated small businesses in our Village by showcasing one for each day of the week.
Palmetto Bay Schools Got Talent!
We know that Palmetto Bay has some of the best schools in the district. Here are some of their accolades. 
Governor Suspends COVID-19 Mandates
Governor DeSantis announced earlier this week that he was suspending all local emergency orders related to COVID-19. The Governor issued Executive Order 21-102, lifting all restrictions and mandates throughout the state effective immediately.

The order allows each business owner to determine their own protocols for their individual business.
Upcoming Events
"Dig Like Kim" Beach Volleyball Tournament & Court Dedication

Join us for the unveiling of the Kimberly Latshaw Ortiz Volleyball Courts. Kim died in January after a 21-month battle with pancreatic cancer.

Volleyball Court Dedication

When: Sunday, May 16th at 1 p.m.

Where: Coral Reef Park
7895 S.W. 152nd Street
Palmetto Bay, FL 33157
Kids Virtual Town Hall

Tune in for a night of discussion about anxiety and stress amongst High School students with a panel of experts, including our very own Mayor Karyn Cunningham along with other notable guests like Pinecrest Mayor Joe Corradino and School Board Member Luisa Santos, among others.

Join teen hosts and event organizers, Carolina Merchan from Miami Palmetto Senior High School and Lara Gastelumendi from Homestead's Medical Academy for Science and Technology for a very informative session.

The Kids Town Hall is an annual Village event. Each year, a different theme and topic affecting kids and teens is brought to the forefront for discussion. Don't miss it!

When: Thursday, May 20th at 7 p.m.

Where: Tune in on Facebook or our YouTube Channel
Event Calendar
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Public Meeting Calendar
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