February 13, 2021
YOUR VILLAGE AT WORK
A weekly publication by the Village of Palmetto Bay
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In The News...
Community Connectivity Committee Holds First Meeting Regarding the SW 87th Avenue Bridge
A committee created by District 8 County Commissioner Danielle Cohen Higgins, held its first meeting this past Thursday. The Community Connectivity Committee is composed of 8 members; 4 Palmetto Bay residents and 4 Cutler Bay residents, appointed by the Mayors of each municipality. The Committee was formed by Commissioner Cohen Higgins to engage in meaningful discussion concerning the construction of a bridge at SW 87th Avenue over the C-100 canal.

The Board of County Commissioners recently approved legislation sponsored by Commissioner Cohen Higgins, which urges the County Mayor to take action on the bridge project and allocates resources to ensure its implementation. Both cities are on the opposite side of the argument with the overwhelming majority of Palmetto Bay residents opposing the bridge and Cutler Bay favoring the project.
Village Hall Closed on Monday in Observance of President's Day
Village Hall will be closed on Monday, February 15, 2021 in observance of President's Day.

  • On-demand ride services (Freebee) will operate as scheduled.
  • All Village parks will be open during their regular hours.
  • Miami-Dade Solid Waste Management Department will offer regular trash and recycling services.
  • County libraries will be closed on Sunday, February 14th and Monday, February 15th.
  • Miami-Dade Transit will operate on a regular schedule.
  • Miami-Dade County Public Schools will be closed on Monday, February 15th
I-Bus Operations to Resume
Word is that bus operations will resume in Palmetto Bay on Monday, March 15, 2021. The I-Bus will resume its popular morning and afternoon routes from the St. Richards/ Holy Rosary Catholic Church park and ride location to the South Dadeland Metrorail Station. Stay tuned for more details in the near future.
Upcoming Events
Create Art by the Bay!
On Friday, February 19, 2021, the Village is hosting the Art by the Bay event at the picturesque Thalatta Estate Park. The in-person and virtual event gives both, rookie and seasoned artists the opportunity to show off their talents and learn new painting methods. The class is scheduled from 6:30 pm to 8 pm. Register below to participate and receive your art supplies. Only 9 spots are left!
Date Night is Back!
Save the date for a special night of virtual cooking as Chef and Food & Wine blogger, Carlos Sarmiento brings his delicious recipes into your home.

Join us virtually on Friday, March 12th at 7 pm for a very special and tasty date night with your favorite person! You may even win a $10 gift certificate to a Palmetto Bay restaurant as part of our raffle.
Save the Date for Bike 305
Register and be part of this fun "Bike to Work" day!

WHEN: Friday, March 5, 2021
WHERE: Starting from the Palmetto Bay Village Hall to the Dadeland South Metrorail Station (6 miles)
TIME: 6:15 am

Participants will receive free Bike305 t-shirts, bottled water, one-way Metrorail pass, and free air & bike checks by Mack Cycle Fitness. Register BEFORE March 4th.
In Case You Missed It
Earth Day Art Contest Closes on February 26th
The Village of Palmetto Bay invites middle school students to be a part of the 2021 Earth Day Art Contest! The winning artwork will be displayed on the Parks & Recreation Department's Earth Day Webpage. Students are encouraged to design an original work of art depicting this year’s theme, "RESTORE OUR EARTH."
Save The Date & Vote For Your Favorite Flick
The Village of Palmetto Bay's Parks & Recreation Department is bringing back "Drive-In Movie Night" and we need your help to select our movie! Click the link below to vote for your favorite flick! The choices are:

  • The Gonnies
  • Aladdin (with Will Smith)
  • The Karate Kid- Part 1
  • Onward
  • The Croods- A New Age

Voting closes on Monday, February 15, 2021. Vote today and save the date for Friday, April 16, 2021. Movie tickets go on sale March 1, 2021.
Council Sets Priorities During Visioning Session
On January 26, 2021, Palmetto Bay's Mayor, Council and Staff recently participated in a visioning session in order to identify the Village's priorities for the year. Following a day long session of discussions and feedback, the Council identified and ranked two priorities under each of the 7 focus areas included in the Village's adopted Strategic Plan. If you missed it, you can watch the session in its entirety by clicking below.
Event Calendar
February 13
February 14
  • Happy Valentine's Day Palmetto Bay!
February 15
  • Have a safe President's Day! Village Hall is closed today.
February 19
February 20
February 21
February 23

February 27
Click here to see our programs and events list for the month of February.
Public Meeting Calendar
February 16
February 18
February 22
February 25
  • 7 PM- Virtual Community Connectivity Committee
  • Special Council Meeting has been canceled
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