Miami-Dade County wins 143 NACo awards

Miami-Dade County wins 143 NACo awards

Miami-Dade County recently received 143 Achievement Awards from the National Association of Counties (NACo), recognizing 11 County departments across several program categories, including Best in Class recognition to the Miami-Dade Public Library System for its submission, “Creating Autism Friendly Spaces at the Library.” The awards highlight outstanding County government programs and services and exemplify the […]

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Consumer Protection offices relocating to the Permitting & Inspection Center

Consumer Protection offices relocating to the Permitting & Inspection Center

Effective Aug. 1, the Department of Regulatory and Economic Resources Code Compliance and Consumer Protection Divisions have merged to create the new Consumer and Neighborhood Protection Division. This merge means residents can now access streamlined services conveniently located under one roof at the Permitting and Inspection Center, located at 11805 SW 26th Street, Miami, 33175. […]

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Support those affected by Hurricane Beryl

Support those affected by Hurricane Beryl

Miami-Dade County stands with our neighbors across the Caribbean as Hurricane Beryl leaves behind devastation, thousands of families without homes and businesses destroyed. We are working with relief organizations including Global Empowerment Mission (GEM) to send aid to the affected islands. Below please find more information for residents who wish to send support to those […]

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IT Department awarded 36 National Association of Counties achievement awards

IT Department awarded 36 National Association of Counties achievement awards

The IT Department is celebrating 36 awards from the National Association of Counties (NACo) Achievement Award Program, which recognizes innovative county governments.  Since 1970, the NACo Achievement Awards have recognized outstanding county government programs and services. Through a non-competitive application process, noteworthy programs receive awards in 18 categories that cover a vast range of county […]

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Submit your 2024 Employee of the Year Awards nominations

Submit your 2024 Employee of the Year Awards nominations

The 2024 Employee of Year Awards serve to recognize and celebrate the outstanding contributions of Miami-Dade County employees who exemplify excellence and dedication to public service. By honoring individuals who embody these values, the County not only acknowledges their achievements but also inspire others to strive for excellence in their own roles within our County […]

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Greater Miami Expressway Agency seeks board members

Greater Miami Expressway Agency seeks board members

The Miami-Dade Board of County Commissioners is accepting resumes for two vacancies to serve on the Greater Miami Expressway Agency Governing Board.  Appointees will serve without compensation. Be advised by submitting your resume, you are representing that you meet all of the requirements to hold the office to which you desire to be nominated.  Persons […]

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Department’s Crackdown on Intersection Takeovers Fuels State Senator’s Push for New Law

Department’s Crackdown on Intersection Takeovers Fuels State Senator’s Push for New Law

An urgent solution was needed to address the frenetic pace of intersection takeovers and the dangers associated with them. Fights and shootings often broke out, and spectators were being struck and thrown through the air by out-of-control cars performing reckless stunts. The clampdown of intersections by teenagers, using their cars as barriers to form an […]

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