Together We Can Make Palmetto Bay An Even Better Place To Live, Work, Learn And Play!

October 18, 2021

Hey there Palmetto Bay! Hope you had an amazing weekend!

Tonight is our monthly Zoning Hearing. This past week a text message was sent to voters in the community that indicated that a decision had been made on the application for 480 units at the Palmetto Bay Village Center. As you have come to know, these political texts and emails are usually filled with misleading information designed to create chaos and upset in our community, but I always appreciate that they give me the opportunity to speak to many of our residents. As I mentioned to those I spoke to, Zoning Hearings are considered quasi judicial.

For over a month, I have included information in my emails regarding the upcoming meeting. There are many items on the agenda, but the one in particular that has been the subject of many emails and Council discussions since 2008, is the Palmetto Bay Village Center (Old Burger King Headquarters). On September 30th, the applicant Palmetto Bay Village Center, held a mandated Community Meeting to discuss the application they will present to the Village Council tonight. You can click here for the zoning history of this property located on Old Cutler Road and 184th street.

I encourage you to take a look at the agenda and the presentation. The application will be presented to the Council tonight is for 480 units. The full agenda can be found here. You can also access the Application here. Your voice is important in these discussions. While the meeting begins at 5:00 pm, due to the number of items before this application, I will make sure that the item is held until 7 pm to make sure that the public has a chance to join us. Are you coming? I hope so! This is too important to miss. Click here for the options for joining us. I look forward to seeing you in person or virtually tonight.

There are a only a few more openings before we meet our capacity of twenty participants for our First Annual Mayor's Citizens Academy! I am super excited about this 10-week interactive program that will give residents and business owners the opportunity to learn about the Village's governmental process. The program is designed to familiarize residents with government services, functions and activities while enhancing their ability to communicate effectively with Village staff members. Click here for the registration form or additional information and/or inquiries, please contact Missy Arocha, Village Clerk at (305) 259-1234, or via email to: clerk@palmettobay-fl.gov.

It is hard to believe that we are almost in November! It has been another year filled with the unexpected, but we have accomplished so much! You are cordially invited to the 2021 State of the Village Address. The event is scheduled for Thursday, November 18, 2021 at Ludovici Park. Enjoy an evening of celebrating our Village's talent, while enjoying great company among friends and neighbors as we launch our year-long celebration of the Village's 20th birthday! In an abundance of caution, this is a limited-capacity event and RSVP is required.

WHEN: Thursday, November 18, 2021
TIME: 7 pm to 9 pm
LOCATION: Ludovici Park, 17641 Old Cutler Road, Palmetto Bay, Florida 33157

This past Saturday, Palmetto Bay was home to Beaux Arts Ball! Beaux Arts is a volunteer organization whose purpose is to encourage an understanding and appreciation of the arts in South Florida. The incoming President is none other than Palmetto Bay resident Monica Sanchez! Congratulations Monica! We are so proud you choose our beautiful Thalatta as the venue for this amazing annual event. Great way to highlight all that Palmetto Bay has to offer! #PalmettoBaysGotTalent

As always, I am here to answer questions or lend a helping hand. I can also be reached at kcunningham@palmettobay-fl.gov or at 305-799-0695.  Together we are making Palmetto Bay a better place to live, work, learn, and play. 

Warm regards,
Would you like to start or grow your business? Then we have the perfect lunch and learn business session for you! Proud of this partnership between the Village of Palmetto Bay, Florida First Capital Finance Corporation, TD Bank, ChamberSouth, and the Palmetto Bay Business Association. Don't miss this limited-capacity event! Click the box below to REGISTER and pre-pay to reserve your seat. Pre-registration is required. Online registration closes on October 20, 2021.
Street By Street App is here!

Palmetto Bay, we have some exciting news!

We've officially launched our Street By Street app. This is our latest innovative tool which will assist residents on requesting services, receiving notifications and alerts.

By downloading the Palmetto Bay Street By Street app, you will be able to view upcoming events, news, Village's official twitter page, Village's official Facebook page, IBUS tracker and scheduling an appointment. Please watch this short tutorial video below to learn how to download and use the app.
9705 East Hibiscus Street
Palmetto Bay, FL 33157
305-799-0695