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Planninghere was a time when the Floridaand State Budget Persistency was overflowing with Pays Off! money – traveling from Tallahassee to local municipalities all over the state. In recent years, the legislature has decided to get lean and mean with the local government appropriation process. Both the Florida House of Representatives and the Florida Senate have strict rules andT regulations regarding local municipalities receiving State funds. The past several legislative sessions have been challenging for many municipalities; many local governments continue to do what they have always done expecting a different result. Team NMB has charted a new course that State Representative and Appropriations Committee Chair, Carlos Trujillo, (center) with NMB will result in legislative success! The City has put into place a plan to build Commissioner Phyllis S. Smith, Commissioner Anthony F. DeFillipo, Mayor George Vallejo, City relationships each and every day with those that influence the process. Manager Ana M. Garcia and NMB Chief of Staff Nicole Gomez. Our message is clear and precise, by having our team all speak with one voice – we are able to advocate in the most effective way in our State Capi- tol. We research the best possibilities for funding by planning early with our government relations team and bringing projects that have best possibilities for funding! Our team of elected and appointed officials and City Legislative advocate s all travel to Tallahassee to sit face to face with key decision makers in both the Florida House and Florida Senate. This advocacy strategy has been instrumental in our success. Our ongoing efforts have led to North Miami Beach receiving close to a million dollars for sewer projects, historic preservation and park enhancements. This has been a total team effort Getting the job done in Tallahassee (L to R): NMB Chief of Staff Nicole and our City is well represented in the state capitol. Gomez, NMB Commissioner Anthony F. DeFillipo, Commissioner Phyllis S. Florida Senator Oscar Braynon (Center), meets with Commissioner Anthony F. DeFillipo, Smith, Mayor George Vallejo and City Manager Ana M. Garcia. Commissioner Phyllis S. Smith, Mayor George Vallejo and City Manager Ana M. Garcia. GetFit, GetActive: Join Us For Our Annual Heart Health Walk & BIKE305 n an effort to help raise awareness about missioner Beth E. Spiegel. The event will feature health infor- heart disease, The City of North Miami Registration forms are available mation booths, vendors, give- Beach and the Commission on the Status at www.citynmb.com, click on aways, healthy food and of Women (COSW) will hold its 4th the Heart Health Walk link. much more. annual Heart Health Walk on Saturday, please return completed “BIKE305’s Ciclovía FebruaryI 25, 2017 at the patricia a. Mishcon registration forms to the will be a fantastic athletic Field, 16601 NE 15th avenue. parks and R.E.C. opportunity for all to Gates will open at 8 a.m. for walk registra- Department located at enjoy the beautiful tion, with the Heart Walk and Health Fair 17051 NE 19th Snake Creek

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STANDARD MAIL STANDARD so red by Macken, will continue until 1 p.m. person at 8 a.m. on tion biking trail in U.S. POSTAGE PAID U.S. POSTAGE This FREE event will include music, entertain- the day of the event. the h eart of NMB,” ment, interactive fitness, raffles, prizes, and For more information, says Commissioner much more! please call 305-948-2957. DeFillipo.“ The goal of the 2.6 mile walk is to bring 305 “Biking is a fantastic awareness to heart disease, the number one BIKE305’s Ciclovía way to visit local shops, cause of death in women. Event Coming to NMB trails, parks historic destinations The course will follow the path along the The City of North Miami Beach Recre- and restaurants in the area.” bank of Snake Creek Canal, with the start ation Committee, Commissioner anthony F. Ciclovía makes it easy for riders to and finish line at the patricia a. Mishcon ath- DeFillipo, Liaison, in conjunction with Miami- experience and connect with Miami-Dade letic Field. Dade County’s BIKE305 bring you Ciclovía, a County and its surrounding communities. “I am ho ping this annual event can create fun and healthy way to explore the beauty of This year’s event is being sponsored by lasting change in the lives of women in our South Florida by bicycle. Sapoznik Insurance. community,” says North Miami Beach Com- Ciclovia, Spanish for bikeway, will take Since BIKE305’s inception in 2013 sev- place on Sunday, March 19th from 1 to 5 p.m. eral municipalities have joined the Ciclovía will start and finish at North Miami BIKE305 movement that feature trails in HEART HEALTH WALK Beach City Hall, 17011 NE 19th avenue, with municipalities that connect Miami-Dade Presented by registration beginning at 12:30 p.m. County's Southern border to its Northern

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Frantz Pierre, Commissioner • Marlen Martell, Vice Mayor • Phyllis S. Smith, Commissioner • Anthony F. DeFillipo, Commissioner Cityline is produced in-house by NMBWater. Please recycle Barbara Kramer, Commissioner • George Vallejo, Mayor • Beth E. Spiegel, Commissioner mayor’s message NMBNumbers Dear Neighbors, Last but not least, the highly anticipated Happy New Year! As 2017 kicks into high gear, I’m happy to report to you commuter rail service linking the down- City Manager’s Office on the great progress happening citywide. In particular: The tremendous towns from Miami to West Palm Beach, is Ana M. Garcia, ICMA-CM improvements in public safety, the rebuilding of Taylor Park and our efforts moving ahead. The target location for Tel. (305) 948-2900 to bring a commuter rail station to our city. “NMB Station” would be just north of 163rd Email: [email protected] Firstly, some excellent news from our Police Department: Crime is down St between Biscayne Blvd and W Dixie Hwy. Candido-Sosa Cruz, Deputy City Manager dramatically, with improvements of 30% or more in most categories. We This commuter service will provide greater Tel. (305) 948-2900 increased the number of police “boots on the ground” by over 35% while transportation options, reduce traffic and also ensuring new hires were reflective of the great diversity in our commu- make possible innovative new housing Esmond K. Scott, Assistant City Manager Mayor George Vallejo Tel. (305) 919-3746 nity. We added a Gang Unit, expanded the Traffic Unit and modernized over choices for our residents. We are currently a third of our police vehicles. You, your family and your business can feel hard at work with the many Federal, State and County agencies involved, as City Attorney’s Office safe thanks to the hard work, innovative strategies and excellent leadership well as the adjacent land owners, to make this a reality. Jose Smith, City Attorney of our dedicated Officers. Watch the video presentation by Chief Hernandez I am very proud of Team NMB’s winning streak. Together we will con- Tel. (305) 948-2939 at www.CityNMB.com tinue to pursue efficiencies in our operations, find savings for our taxpayers City Clerk’s Office The second piece of good news is that Taylor Park is finally set to be and deliver excellence in city services for residents. Thank you for the Pamela Latimore, CMC, City Clerk cleaned up and rebuilt after sitting closed for over a decade. This is the park opportunity to serve as your Mayor. Feel free to call me directly at 305-948- Tel: (305) 787-6001 with the large lake at W Dixie Hwy and 154th Street. Miami-Dade County 2986986 aanytimeyt e I mayay bebe ofo assistance.as City Information/Switchboard has agreed to fund the environmental work and we expect to have shovels WarmestWarmest regards,regards, MayorGeorgeVallejo Tel. (305) 947-7581 in the ground within months. Once the remediation is complete we will build an all-new, state-of-the-art park with the best recreational amenities MayorVallejo Building Division to serve our residents. GeorgeGeorge VallejoVallejo Mayor George Vallejo Daniel Ozuna, Building Official Tel. (305) 948-2965 Email: [email protected] Code Compliance city manager Beach we have our official Motto on our Shanesa Mykoo, Code Compliance Mgr. Hello and Happy New Year to All! Seal, “Where People Care.” Therefore, Car- Tel. (305) 948-2964 We closed out a very productive 2016 with the 1st Annual Managers Mes- ing is our foundation. However, Caring, Email:[email protected] sage and 5-Star Award recognitions. Additionally, our Senior Team received with the addition of Respect, Integrity, Ser- Community Development a copy of the 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership by New York Times Best-Sell- vice, and Excellence, creates the bow and Richard Lorber, Director ing Author John C. Maxwell. The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership governs arrow effect. Through consistent engage- Tel. (305) 948-2901 personal and organizational effectiveness. Maxwell believes “Everything ment and clear communication our Email: [email protected] risesnd afalls on Leadership.” In his previous book, How Successful People employees can expect that we will pull back Lead, Maxwell refers to the highest Leadership accomplishment as “Devel- and stretch the bow in order for the arrow Community Redevelopment Agency oping Other Leaders,” therefore that is what we are committed to doing. to reach great heights for their benefit and, Patrick Brett, CRA Administrator Employee engagement is a key area of focus in the new year. As we seek to most importantly, for the benefit of all those Tel. (305) 787-6053 best develop the Team, the more we invest, communicate, recognize and we serve here in the great City of North Email: [email protected] appreciate people, the more we get from th nem regards i to performance! Miami Beach! Customer Service Utilities and Billing How our employees perform is extremely important in order for us to City Manager Ana M. Garcia Robert Anathan, Senior Manager accomplish our Goals and carry out our Mission of providing Excellent SSalutation,alutation, Tel. (305) 948-2960 Municipal Services. As Leaders we need to constantly find ways to motivate Email: [email protected] our employees and to clearly communicate our Vision and expectations Graffiti Hotline regarding their performance, attitude and work ethic. In North Miami AAnana M.M. Garcia,Garcia, CityCity ManagerManager Tel. (305) 948-2936 Job Hotline - Human Resources Elsa Jaramillo-Velez, Director The First Annual Manager’s Message Tel. (305) 948-2918 The First annual Team NMB Manager’s “Outstanding work is happening in every when she first Email: [email protected] Message celebrated 2016 as a banner year City department, and I applaud the dedica- came to the City Library for the City of North Miami Beach and its t ion and determination our staff continues to over 2 years ago. Edenia Hernandez, Library Manager employees. exhibit each and every day!” Manager Gar- R.I.S.E.standards Tel. (305) 948-2970 The December 13th event was a unique cia said. “I am proud and grateful for your are based on Email: [email protected] opportunity for the City Manager ana M. efforts and your Commitment to our RISE Respect, Integrity, NMB Water Garcia, ICMa-CM, to communicate with Service Standards.” Service and Jeffrey F. Thompson, P.E., Director staff, recognize exceptional achievement, Manager Garcia presented guest speaker Excellence. City Manager Garcia presents guest speaker Representative Kionne L. Tel. (305) 948-2967 and celebrate the sunset of 2016 and the Representative Kionne L. McGhee, Esq., Individuals rise of a new year. Florida House of Representatives, District 117, honored with 5- McGhee, Esq. with the City’s Out- Parks & R.E.C. with the City’s Outstanding Star awards standing Service Award for motivat- Paulette Murphy, Director ing Team NMB and for his dedication Service award in apprecia- demonstrated and commitment to public service. Tel. (305) 948-2957 tion for his dedication and extraordinary Email: [email protected] commitment to public ser- work ethic, dedication, passion, expertise Performing Arts Theater Box Office vants, and for motivating and a genuine desire for teamwork and col- Neville Prince, Manager TeamNMB. laboration. 13 empl oyees were honored with Tel. (305) 787-6005 Employees were recog- awards (see page 3 under Community Spot- Email: [email protected] nized for their outstanding light). Code Compliance Officer angel Guer- Planning & Zoning display of R.I.S.E. Service rero and Community youth Coordinator/police Standards established by athletic League (paL) Director, Lynda Roberts Justin Proffitt, Manager City Manger ana M. Garcia were not available for pictures at the event. Tel. (305) 948-2966 Police Department William Hernandez, Chief Emergency 911 Police: Non-Emergency police department Tel. (305) 949-5500 Public Works Fernando Rodriguez, Director JOINhe exuberance IN ofTHE the holiday SPIRIT sea- Miami Beach OF police DepartmentTHE shared HOLIDAY the a large scale Christmas SEASON! tree illuminated the Tel. (305) 948-2967 son makes it seem different from spirit of the season by participating in a landscape after dark on the median in front of Email: [email protected] the rest of the year. The hustle, bus- variety of events in December. City Hall, while twinkling lights hung on trees Solid Waste tle and excitement seem to be more In early December a Tree Lighting Cere- and danced in tune with the familiar holiday apparent in all things. The City of North mony was held on the median of 19th avenue. music. The holiday lights along 19th avenue Van Harrington, Superintendent T Tel. (305) 948-2904 Police CONTINUED ON PAGE 7 Water/Wastewater Emergencies After Hours: Tel. (305) 652-6460

Cityline Newsletter Team EDITOR IN CHIEF: NICOLE GOMEZ, CHIEF OF STAFF EDITOR: Mark Perkins, PIO NMB WATER GRAPHICS/LAYOUT/PRODUCTION: Mitchell Abrahams, GRAPHIC DESIGN SPECIALIST II Check us out on the web at: www.citynmb.com Check us out on social media: NMBPDNumbers:www.nmbpd.org Community policing ...... (305) 948-2956 Information ...... (305) 949-5500 Records Section ...... (305) 948-2952 citynmb Chief of police ...... (305) 948-2995 Report Crime anonymously . . . . (305) 948-2913 company/city-of-north Crime prevention . . . . . (305) 948-2955 Volunteer Services ...... (305) 948-2955 miami-beach Tell us how we are doing! Take our Citizen Satisfaction Survey on www.nmbpd.org HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT SPEARHEADS WELLNESS EVENTS and TRAINING DEVELOPMENT We are very excited about 2017! Starting in January, we are kicking off the “Get Fit NMB – 30 Minute Walking Club” where groups of employees will gather together and take a 30 minute walk down N.E. 19 Avenue. In February, we will be holding monthly lunch and learn sessions for employees to learn more about health, emotional and financial wellness. There are other wellness events that are being scheduled throughout the year. We are excited about implementing NEOGOV in the next few months. NEOGOV is an applicant tracking system that would allow applicants to apply on-line. In February we are also launching The NMB Leadership Development Series for managers and supervisors to learn more about Communicating for Leadership Success, Coaching for Peak Performance, Resolving Workplace Conflict, and a few other topics.

Commissioner Barbara Kramer presents a proclamation recognizing ON NORTH MIAMI BEACH January as Jewish Heritage Month at the January 17th City Commis- spotlight sion meeting.

On December 6th the City of North Miami Beach lit up a Christmas tree on the median in front of City Hall with a Special Visit from Santa! The City of North Miami Beach held a Menorah Lighting Ceremony on December 27th on the median in front of City Hall. Special guest Biana Pinchuk once again graced us with her amazing voice!

A solid foundation for education: The Soccer Development Group began pouring the foundation for the new Charter School building adjacent to the North Miami Beach Public Library. Commissioner Martell, Commissioner DeFillipo, Gustavo Bolado of Soccer Development Group, City Manager Ana M. Garcia, Mayor Vallejo and his son Antonio Vallejo stopped by to witness the progress of the school. NMB goes red to help raise awareness of heart disease: February marks American Heart Month, a nationwide initiative to raise awareness in the effort to combat heart disease and CityManagerpresentsemployeeswiththeFive-StarAward educate communities on prevention and treatment options.

Chief William Hernandez along with City Manager Ana M. Garcia give Chief William Hernandez along with City Manager Ana M. Garcia City Manager Ana M. Garcia presents Neighborhood Coordinator Greg Deputy City Manager Candido Sosa-Cruz and City Manager Ana M. Sergeant Jason Ochoa his award. present Officer John Philome with his award. Williams with his well-earned award. Garcia present Edenia Hernandez with her Five-Star award.

Maria Perez Mumtaz Ahamed Leonidas Fonseca Brian Sturtz Patricia Colden Shanesa Mykoo Kevin Price ON NORTH MIAMI BEACH spotlight Snow Fest & Community Safety Parade The Annual Snow Fest and Community Safety Parade was our biggest turnout.

Above: On the second Saturday in December the City of North Miami Beach held its annual Snow Fest event and Community Safety Day Parade along NE 19th Avenue between 171st & 164th Streets. Thousands of attendees enjoyed musical entertainment, rides, pictures with Santa, and some of the tastiest treats from a variety of food trucks and vendors. The evening was started with the Community Safety Day Parade , which included floats, high school march- ing bands and holiday characters! It was a night to remember for everyone.

Getting the job done in Tallahassee The City of North Miami Beach hosted the American Society for Public Administration, South Florida Chapter’s 11th Annual Best Practices Conference on February 3rd. Above: Mayor Vallejo and Man- ager Garcia provided a warm welcome to over 200 attendees.

North Miami Beach leaders hard at work in Tallahassee to meet with key legislators to secure funding for projects that will make our community better. Team NMB visited with Representative Joseph Geller (center, in photo on left), Senator Frank Artiles (center, in center photo), and Team NMB begin the trip with a visit to Florida League of Cities, (photo on right). Giving respect (below): Commissioner Frantz Pierre with State Representative Barbara Watson. (Below right) Mayor Vallejo, Representative Watson, City Manager Garcia, Commissioner DeFillipo and Commissioramer.ner K

On Veterans Day, the City of North Miami Beach honored the brave military men and women who served this great country. A special service was held to remember those who gave the ultimate sacrifice and to pay trib- ute to the veterans who have served and those who continue to preserve our freedom. The City of North Miami Beach recognized and honored its employees who served in the Armed Forces.

Police Chief William Hernandez and Mayor George Vallejo deliver a food basket to a family before Thanksgiving. Preparing and delivering 90 Thanksgiving food baskets involved participation from every department in the City of North Miami Beach. Each basket included a complete Thanksgiving North Miami Beach’s northernmost entrance on Biscayne Boulevard welcomes you with a meal, with a Turkey, stuffing, potatoes, vegetables, pie, a cooking pan and much more! recently completed award-winning entry sign.

As a way of giving back to the residents in our community and in honor of our City's 90th Anniversary, the North Miami Beach Mayor, City Commission, together with the North Miami Beach Police Department and City Staff, delivered 90 Thanksgiving food baskets to select famili es in the City. All this was made possible thanks to the generous contributions made by Team NMB and by our City Manager Ana M. Garcia, who matched the Team's contributions. Thanksgiving food baskets were assemble and delivered by Team NMB!

A special Treat in NMB: City Manager Ana M. Garcia, Commissioner Barbara Kramer, Commissioner Beth E. Spiegel, Commissioner Phyllis S. Smith, Commissioner Frantz Pierre, Mayor George Vallejo, Carlos DeVarona, Commissioner Anthony DeFillipo, Tony Cao, Yvette Cao, Amy Cao and Pedro Cao at the ribbon cutting of Vicky Bakery on NE 163rd Street.

In December Senator Daphne Campbell held her swearing-in ce remony at the Littman Perform- ing Arts Theater in North Miami Beach. She is the first Haitian-American woman elected to the Florida State Senate.

Vicky Bakery, one of the most successful Cuban bakeries in South Florida, is officially part of the North Miami Beach community! Stop on by for pastelitos and 305cafecito! Vicky Bakery’s newest location is located at 1973 NE 163rd Street. Senator Daphne Campbell welcomes NMB officials to her office in Tallahassee in January. spotlight ON NORTH MIAMI BEACH

Toni Diaz, Development Associate from the Humane Society of Greater Miami (in center with pet adoption ambassadors and adoptable dogs) gave a presentation at the Novem- ber 15th Commission meeting. The Humane Society of Greater Miami operates the Soffer and Fine Adoption Center in North Miami Beach and the South Clinic at Cutler Bay. They operate limited admit, adoption guarantee facility dedicated ot placing every dog and cat in our care into a loving home, and to promoting responsible pet ownership and spay/neuter programs. NMB Library celebrates the City’s 90th Birthday

The City of NMB honored Nick Caine for his elaborate annual holiday light display along 19 Avenue & NE 181 Stre et, and more importantly, the reason why he goes to such lengths to build a beautiful display. As part of the Make-A-Wish Southern Florida, Kids For Wish Kids project, Nick Caine, sets up an elaborate holiday light display at his residence that included thousands of lights and 100 inflatables over the holiday season. 100% of proceeds from carnival rides, concession sales and photos with Santa benefit Make-A-Wish Southern Florida.

Library celebrates City’s 90th and State library recognizes NMB Library for 50 years < NMB Author Kraig Geiger receives a Proclamation and a Key to the City from the North Miami Beach Mayor and of service to the community. (L to R) Sandy Newell, State Librarian, Edenia Her- Commissioners at the L ibrary celebration. Geiger is an NMB resident and is the author of Peace, Love n’ Mud. nandez, NMB Library manager and Mayor George Vallejo accept a Certificate of Exceptional Service Delivery.

At the end of the festivities, everyone blew out the candles and sang Happy Birthday to North Miami Beach.

Hip Hop Kidz and DJ Zogg kicked off the library fun, and attendees joined in the fun on stage. University of Miami mascot Sebastion the Ibis joins in the celebration! Story teller Carrie Sue Ayvar

Can you dig it? Internment of a Time Capsule at the event by City Manager Garcia, Commissioner Kramer, NMB Librarian Manager Edenia Hernandez, Commissioner Smith, Commissioner DeFellipo NMB resident and story teller Carrie Sue Ayvar shares a tale with kids at the event. Library events are full of surprises: Kids partake in the “human hamsters” ride set at the event. and Mayor Vallejo. Police CONTINUED FROM PAGE 2 delighted residents and visitors alike. On the second Saturday in December the Snow Fest event took place and 19th code compliance city projects avenue was transformed into a winter wonderland. Officers from the Community Capital Improvement Projects affairs Bureau teamed up with members Together, the City of North Miami Beach will Progress Report of the City parks and R.E.C. Department Construction of new streets, sidewalks, lighting and to present the annual Community Safety become more beautiful, safer and livable. landscaping can be seen throughout the City. Pro- Day parade, where police officers dis- jects are being planned and constructed throughout tributed toys to 600 underprivileged kids. the City. If you have any questions about current On Saturday, December 17th, the construction projects, please call (305) 948-2925. Community affairs Bureau continued to make Christmas brighter for some local COMPLETED PROJECTS families with the Shop with a Cop event. ROOF REPAIRS (POLICE DEPT.) Each officer involved in this event was Roof repairs have been completed. assigned one child and tasked with getting him/her a gift on his/her wish list. The child rode with their assigned officer to Target while the police sirens wailed in the air for all to see. Bystanders watched as these teens and children were on their way to enjoy the spirit of the holiday season. During their shopping spree at Target, the children filled their carts with toys, video games, sporting goods, clothes and the occasional gift for a sib- ling or other family members. In addition, festive officers in holiday gear assisted the teens and children to shop and have a blast. On December 27, 2016, the City held ALLEN PARK (FIELD LIGHTING) - a Menorah Lighting Ceremony in honor of the Hanukkah season. It is always great to celebrate with the Jewish popula- tion who make up a vast amount of the residents within the City. In essence, it is worth noting that during the f estive holiday season, the North Miami Beach police Department (NMBpD) took a proactive approach to keeping the shoppers and revelers safe. Street Crimes detectives and plainclothes officers patrolled business local shopping centers, residential neighborhoods in marked and For Code Compliance questions or concerns, please call 305-948- unmarked vehicles as part of a Special 2964 or by email at [email protected]. Holiday Task Force designed to increase an additional way to reach us to address your Code Compliance con- visibility, educate the public on how to be cerns is through the Fix It NMB app. more careful and aware during the holi- Fix It NMB app is the city’s citizen relationship management portal. you day season. can submit your requests using the citynmb.com website or using free These events were great opportunities smartphone apps for android, iphone or Blackberry. This portal provides a for the NMBpD to break down barriers number of ways to contact us and help get your issue resolved! and foster relationships with the residents and local youth. Field lighting was completed and fixtures have been reduced from ten fixtures per pole to four fixtures per pole with anticipating 36% savings with better lighting. BISCAYNE BOULEVARD BEAUTIFICATION The unveiling was Sunday, January 22. The elec- tricity to the sign has been completed. The TREE CITY sign poles were installed. PROJECTS IN PROGRESS CITY HALL PHASE 2 North Miami Beach Police Chief of Police William Hernandez promotes Roof repairs are underway at City Hall/Littman Detective Mann (L) and Officer Gonzalez (R) and friends during the Officer Dukens Sanon to Police Sergeant at the January 17th City Com- Theater for Phase 1. Phase 2 continuation of the Shop with a Cop event. mission meeting. His wife Sarah and child Carrissa participated in the NMB Line Service Rides Into remaining roofs has started. promotion by pinning him with his new shield. the Future with New Routes PICK WICK WALL and Trolleys The wall on the City’s west entrance to Miami Gar- community redevelopment agency The City of North Miami Beach is proud to dens Drive has been completed. Signage is pend- announce new and exciting improvements to ing approval. the NMB Line transit service! The current one route service will be expanded to three SEWER PROJECT routes, providing valuable, six day per week NE 164 ST AND NE 20 AVENUE access to more desired destinations. This County/CRA funded project commenced con- The city is also very pleased to provide new, struction of approximately750 linear feet of new larger, more attractive and safer vehicles for sewer line on the NE 20 Avenue between NE 163rd all NMB Line riders. The “old town” style trol- and NE 164th Street. This project is about 80% ley vehicles will feature multiple surveillance completed. cameras for rider safety, on board Wi-Fi, as HAZEL FAZZINO PARK – PHASE 2 well as real time arrival updates through our Waiting for FPL bid to relocate overhang wires upcoming NMB Transit app. underground. Landscaping has commenced. all vehicles will be in full compliance with american with Disabilities act requirements. GWEN MARGOLIS AMPHITEATER all NMB Line routes will continue to pro- All materials have been delivered and the week of vide free, safe, and convenient service Mon- 01/16/2017 project to commence. day through Saturday 7:30 a.m. - 7:30 pM. UPCOMING PROJECTS SNAKE CREEK – North Miami Beach CRA Expanding City Infrastructure Resurfacing and root grinding at various sections of the bike trail. The CRa is actively improving the community vibrancy and enhancing the economic environment through capital projects such as the sewer line extension project on N.E. 20th avenue NE 13 AVENUE TRAFFIC CALMING – and N.E. 163rd Street. Design is completed. Awaiting council approval The project will allow businesses along N.E. 163rd Street between 19th and 20th avenues project will go out for bid shortly to connect with Miami-Dade County Water and Sewer Department’s wastewater collection system. ROADWAY RESURFACING – This $350,000 project improves the economic environment, public health, and redevelop- Several roadways will be milled and resurfaced ment opportunities in the City. SIDEWALK PROJECT – The project was funded by CRa in partnership with Miami-Dade Board of County Commis- Sidewalks will be repaired and ADA ramps sioners, Miami-Dade County Water and Sewer Department, City and NMB Water. upgraded for trolley service. a groundbreaking ceremony was held on December 16, 2016, to celebrate the infrastructure improv ement project. YOUTH SYMPOSIUM an open forum for teens ages 12 – 18 to dis- Eastern Shores to consider North cuss issues & concerns facing today’s youth. This free event will feature guest speakers Miami Beach Control of Guardgates and lunch for all participants. On the November 8, 2016 ballot, transfer control of both special taxing dis- FREE / Friday, March 24, 2017 Miami-Dade County voters passed a tricts to the City. Once the County 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. County Charter amendment allowing local accepts the resolution and formalizes their Ronald A. Silver “Y.E.S.” Center cities to govern special taxing districts. process for cities to assume control of tax- 1 7051 NE 19th Avenue North Miami Beach has two ing districts, it is likely that special taxing districts, both an election will transpire to MOTHER’S DAY BREAKFAST located in Eastern Shores allow the voters of each tax- Join us as we honor the mothers of the North and each taxing district ing district to decide who Special Events Miami Beach community with a special provides funding for their they want to control their breakfast featuring entertainment and raffles. respective guardgate. This taxing districts. JOURNEY THRU BLACK FREE / Saturday, May 13, 2017 means that NMB residents In preparation of the pos- “a Dramatic Exploration of the african Dias- 9 a.m. – 11 a.m. living within either of the sibility that the City will man- pora” featuring a Living Museum Exhibit prior Marjorie & William McDonald Center two special taxing districts age and control one, or pos- to the show. 17051 NE 19th Avenue FREE / Saturday, Feb. 18 (NE 35th avenue, and NE 164 Street.) will sibly both guardgates, the City Manager’s 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. with the Living MEMORIAL DAY SERVICE have the opportunity to have North Miami Office has had conversations with County Museum Exhibit opening at 6 p.m. Join us as we honor the mothers of the North Beach administer and control the guard- officials, and has been preparing internally Julius Littman Performance Miami Beach community with a special houses. to ensure that when the transition occurs, Arts Theater breakfast featuring entertainment a nd raffles. To indicate the City’s interest in assum- it will be seamless and services to our res- 17011 NE 19th Avenue FREE / Monday, May 29, 2017 ing control of both guardhouses, in Febru- idents will be improved. 10 a.m. – 12 Noon ary the Mayor and City Commission The most important aspect of any new HEART HEALTH WALK All Wars Memorial Park passed a resolution requesting the County City initiative is that it must be aligned Get moving at this free family event 16500 NE 16th Avenue with the goals of our Strategic plan; in sponsored by the Commission on the Status everything we do, it must contribute to of Women, featuring free heart health NMB being the “place to Live: Beautiful, information and more. Safe and Livable”. FREE / Saturday, February 25, 2017 from 9 a.m. - 11 a.m. Patricia A. Mishcon Athletic Field Now Open! 16601 NE 15th Avenue n

WPLG Local 10 reporter Erica Rakow At Keystone Point will be the Mistress uHealth Jackson urgent Care is officially of Ceremonies at the open in the Keystone point area of North Heart Health Walk Miami. The facility is located at 13120 Bis- on February 25. cayne Blvd., and will be open seven days a week, from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. uHealth Jack- BIKE305 presents Ciclovía son urgent Care is staffed by expert physi- This is a Miami-Dade County initiative and cians from the university of Miami Health we have partnered with Bike 305 for this System and Jackson nurses. The center event. This is our 2nd annual ride, which caters to patients with urgent care needs begins at City Hall, riding to Snake Creek such as ailments like the flu or common cold, Canal and back to NE 19th ave. Skateboard- fever, vomiting, earaches, simple bone frac- For More ers and skaters are welcomed to participate. tures, rashes and minor allergic reactions; We will also have games, raffles, giveaways diagnostic tests such as echocardiograms Information and a Bike Rodeo for young kids. and digital x-rays; and lab tests such as (305) FREE / Sunday, March 19 blood glucose, urinalysis, and strep throat NE 19th Avenue cultures. Sports physicals and flu vaccine will 948-2960 from 169th and 171st Streets also be available. For more information on uHealth Jackson urgent Care, visit JacksonUrgentCare.com nmb public library This event, untold Stories, Career On line High those in attendance.S Her words moved a will feature art submitted by School. This program family member to join the program! at the local artists who have been offers adults the ability to end of the even ing, degrees were conferred inspired by the works of obtain a full fledge High by Howard Liebman , creator of the program esteemed and greatly deco- School Dip loma on-line. and Commissioner Martell, head of the Edu- rated author, Maya Candice Collins, NMB’s cational Committee. Success breeds success NMB angelou. The wonderful art Reference librarian, and two of the graduates have already pro- L i b r a r y reception will feature music received training and ceeded with their education and entered an Educate • Inspire • Excel and the presentation of a began the promoting the LpN program at Miami Dade College. local female author service. Ms. Brown The state-funded scholarship allows stu- 1601 NE 164th Street promises to make this an inspiring evening immediately signed up for the program. dents to complete a program that normally phone: (305) 948-2970 for all. Thursday, December 1st, 2016 Ms. Brown cost about $1,300 at Miami-Dade College 8 Internet Access Based on angelou’s quote “There is no stood before her classmates, daughters and and ot her facilities to be offered free of : Wireless Technology greater agony than bearing an untold story family clad in blue cap and gown. With full charge at Florida public Libraries. NMB v Programs for All Ages inside you”, the NMB Library has placed a regalia she walked down the aisle to receive Library currently has 12 students enrolled in & Story Hour for Preschoolers call for art that will be curated for the cele- her high school diploma. as one of the top the program. 4 Voter Registration bratory event. We encourage all of our res- graduate in the state of Florida, Ms. Brown Candice Collins, who monitors the pro- and IRS Forms idents and the South Florida community ages led 2016’s NMB Library class of four high gram, provides support to the students. Each : Research Databases 16 and up to participate in the submittal of school graduates. The first four to receive a student is able to have past classes trans- Computers are available for public use free art work. The featured artist will be repre- High School diploma through a library pro- ferred, they receive coaching, and are able of charge. The library has a children’s senting NMB at future events throughout the gram in Miami-Dade County. Her daughters to retake a course until they pass. Coaches year! We encourage our community to share could not be prouder. are assigned and communicate with the stu- section. There’s also Chinese, Creole, their “untold Story” or to come and listen to The NMB Library joined a pilot program dents frequently to ensure success. The pro- French and Spanish materials available. their neighbor’s Story. We will grow as that made this available first to the City of gram is designed to take about 18 months to DVDs, CDs and E-books are also available. women, humankind and community as we North Miami Beach Residents. “I believe that complete. Success is attainable, and the listen to those untold stories, music and art what sets us apart and makes us #City on NMB Library Class of 2016 has proved it! Library Hours: with our hearts! The RISE is the fact that Monday - Thursday: 9:30 aM to 7:50 pM the NMB Library has a Friday & Saturday: 9:30 aM to 4:50 pM Online Graduation purpose to meet the Most Sundays: 1 pM to 4:50 pM S. Brown, an NMB resident and native of educational and cultural Jamaica moved to South Florida over a Call to confirm Sunday. Computer needs of our residents; decade ago. Responsibilities and caring for catalog at www.nmblib.com. their educational and an ill child prevented her finishing her edu- financial success is part cation and accomplishing her life’s dream, of the value local Untold Stories becoming a nurse. Not having a high school libraries bring to a com- The NMB Library will be hosting its Fourth diploma had an adverse effect on the life munity,” said Edenia annual International Women’s Day and and financial opportunities for Ms. Brown Hernandez, the Library National Women’s Month celebration during and her family. Manager. the month of March. This year we will be cel- NMB Library’s commitment to education Key note speaker and ebrating through an art Exhibit and Recep- accepted an opportunity provided by the City Manager ana Gar- tion to be held at the NMB Library on March State Library last February and became the cia shared an inspira- Proud Moment: Commissioner Marlen Martell congratulates graduates at the graduation ceremony. 10th, 2016 at 6:30 in the evening. only library in Miami-Dade County to offer tional message with