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Sunny Isles Beach Government Center The Sunny Isles Beach Government Center will be closed in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Monday, January 18, 2021. SIB Branch Library The SIB Branch Library will be closed on Monday, January 18. U.S. Post Office The United States Post Office located on the outside of the Government Center will be closed …

The City of Sunny Isles Beach, in partnership with Global Empowerment Mission, is accepting supplies for those directly affected by Hurricanes Eta & Iota. While these storms hit areas of Central and South America in October and November, essential disaster relief efforts continue. This round of donations will benefit areas of Colombia gravely affected by these storms. Donations will be accepted beginning …

By George “Bud” Scholl, Mayor (December 30, 2020) – We are entering a new year full of new opportunities. 2020 was unquestionably a most challenging year for our community and I am looking forward to the possibilities that 2021 will bring. Finding the light in the dark is how we will move forward. We can choose to make the best …

By Christopher Russo, City Manager (December 29, 2020) – There has been a lot of discussion among the community regarding the speed limit on State Road A1A/Collins Avenue within our city limits. We have listened to the residents who brought their concerns to us that the current speed limit of 35 miles per hour is too high due to the …

By Dana Goldman, Commissioner (December 28, 2020) – Many of you have seen the video circulating on social media which shows in a graphic manner a student physically bullying another in the hallway of a nearby middle school. It’s a shocking display of cruelty and meanness of spirit. While it occurred in another municipality, the victim is actually a resident …

By Alex Lama, Commissioner (December 28, 2020) – As we begin 2021, several challenges continue to face South Florida. Unfortunately, the most pressing challenge is the Coronavirus pandemic. State legislators did not convene a special session in 2020 to address pandemic-related issues and therefore most of the decisions have remained under the control of the Governor. Session committee meetings begin …

Every year, the holidays bring families joy, love and new beginnings. But the holidays also bring criminals and con-artists who take advantage of this special season. As you are getting in the holiday spirit by shopping for loved ones, decorating your home or traveling, please take precaution and follow these helpful holiday safety tips. Holiday Safety Tips COVID-19 Gatherings during …

By George “Bud” Scholl, Mayor (November 30, 2020) – The year may be winding down, but unfortunately, the pandemic is stronger than ever. Across the country, states are experiencing a hard-hit winter resurgence and the reality of the situation is that we could be in this until 2022. But we are all in this together. We will keep moving forward …

By Christopher Russo, City Manager (November 30, 2020) – As I discussed last month, the City is helping facilitate resident access to the State of Florida Condominium Ombudsman. Every other Monday, the Ombudsman is working out of the SIB Government Center and is available to meet with condominium unit owners, board members, and associations. I want to introduce you to …