Sunny News

Beginning Monday, April 27, 2020, all City of Sunny Isles Beach visitors and employees will be required to undergo a screening prior to entering any City facility. The screening consists of a series of questions and a contactless temperature check. Once the individual passes the screening, they will be provided with a wristband that must be visible at all times …

Countywide Curfew in Effect Miami-Dade County has issued Emergency Order 27-20 imposing a curfew for all of Miami-Dade County, including incorporated and unincorporated areas, effective from 10 pm each night through 6 am the next morning until further notice. During the period of such curfew, no person shall make use of any street or sidewalk for any purpose, except police, …

By Mayor George “Bud” Scholl (Friday, June 26, 2020) – Coronavirus cases are rising at an alarming rate in Florida. It’s been nearly four months since our lives were first disrupted by COVID-19, and the virus is stronger than ever in our community. We all must do our part to keep our city and community safe. Most businesses have reopened …

SIBshuttle Update Beginning Wednesday, June 10, the SIBshuttle Orange Line #1 will resume its regular schedule (no appointment needed). Beginning Monday, June 15, the SIBshuttle Orange Line #2 will resume its regular schedule in addition to the Orange Line #1 (no appointment needed). Beginning Monday, June 15, the SIBshuttle will be available for transportation to Mount Sinai Miami Beach. Service is available by appointment only. Appointments must be made by noon the prior weekday. …

The beach and Newport Fishing Pier are now open with new rules and guidelines in place. Please visit sibfl.net/reopening-beaches for details.

Guidelines for Reopening The City of Sunny Isles Beach working in partnership with Miami-Dade County, will follow and adhere to the guidelines set out in The New Normal – A Guide for Residents & Commercial Establishments.  The New Normal Guide was developed by Miami-Dade County in collaboration with medical and industry experts. It outlines guidelines and protocols to follow as we …

By Alex Lama, Commissioner (June 2, 2020) – As we face the health and economic challenges of the Coronavirus pandemic, it is important to point out that a mental health crisis is devastating young Americans, with an increasing number suffering from depression and death by suicide. Suicides among Americans 10 to 24 years of age have spiked by 56% from …

By Dana Goldman, Commissioner (June 2, 2020) – COVID-19 has disrupted virtually every aspect of our lives, including our city streets. The stay-at-home order and travel restrictions have dramatically curtailed motorist activity and increased recreational walking, jogging and bicycling activities. Much has also been made about telecommuting and work-at-home programs that will keep more city dwellers in place. We are …

By Christopher J. Russo, City Manager (June 2, 2020) – The reopening of the beach has been postponed by Miami-Dade County and will remain closed until County Mayor Carlos Gimenez lifts the nightly curfew. That being said, the City is still preparing for the beach to safely reopen to the public. We are in especially troubling times, so following the …