By Bari Auerbach

Sun Spot….When swim suits rule over business suits; shoe shoppers have a “flip flop fetish”; the perfect tan doesn’t have to come out of a bottle; and sand dollars can buy happiness – That’s So Sunny Isles Beach!

Living Large…When the realtor says, “You can have an ocean view, a spa membership, a great school for the kids plus lots of parks – but only if you’re willing to pay one of the lowest property tax rates in the county”  – That’s So Sunny Isles Beach!

Safety…When the food delivery guy is frisked; visitors have to present ID when passing through a maximum security gate; and you get a phone call asking if they can come up – even though you already called down to say you’re expecting a guest – That’s So Sunny Isles Beach!   

Special Events…When you can go to Sunny Serenade concerts; watch power boat races, enjoy a Jazz Fest; celebrate at holiday and anniversary parties; take the kids to movie nights and send them to the best summer camp all without ever leaving city limits -  That’s So Sunny Isles Beach!   

Diversity…When the community newspaper translates articles in Spanish and Russian; neighbors are from South America and the south Bronx; and local shops and restaurants are more international than the United Nations – That’s So Sunny Isles Beach!

Prosperity…When you can’t find a parking spot at shopping centers; people are still buying jewelry instead of pawning it; personal trainers are busier than ever; and the new beach club advises there may be a “waiting list” – That’s So Sunny Isles Beach! 

Integrity…When competent elected officials run unopposed; the Police Department perpetually wins law enforcement awards; and the city always has a “no bailout required” balanced budget   – That’s So Sunny Isles Beach!

Dream Home…When people can live any where in the world but their first choice is “Florida’s Riviera” – That’s So Sunny Isles Beach!