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By Jerry Joseph, Commissioner (Friday, April 8, 2022) – This past month, it was my pleasure to do a ride a long with Detective Sasee Morales to understand the issues that face the residentially displaced within Sunny Isles Beach. I understand the concerns raised by our residents so I wanted to see what we could do. Sunny Isles Beach is …

Swearing in ceremony to occur on Tuesday, April 12 (April 7, 2022) – Interim Sunny Isles Beach Chief of Police, Edward Santiago, was appointed and confirmed as the permanent Chief of Police for the city on Tuesday, April 5. City Manager Stan Morris brought his recommendation to appoint Santiago to the permanent position of Police Chief at a Special City …

The City cares about our senior population and is here to help with any questions you may have. Not sure how to pay your electric bill? Questions about signing up for Medicare or Medicaid? Need help using your smart device? Then contact our Senior Concierge Services team. Gateway Center 151 Sunny Isles Blvd 305.792.1798 Tuesdays, Wednesdays, & Thursdays 1:00 – …

By Dana Robin Goldman, Mayor (Friday, March 4, 2022) – Civic engagement is necessary for any municipality to succeed. Input from the community helps bring about meaningful change. That is why I am delighted our city is establishing several advisory committees to work in conjunction with the City Commission and bring forth ideas and suggestions for innovations in pedestrian safety, …

By Stan Morris, City Manager (Friday, March 4, 2022) – The beginning of 2022 brought much change to our city, and with that change, new improvements to our daily operations. Moving forward, the management team will be providing a regular update in the Islander newsletter on the City’s most important projects, events, and happenings each quarter. Most recently, Interim Police …

By Jeniffer Viscarra, Vice Mayor (Friday, March 4, 2022) – In early February, Deputy City Manager Susan Simpson and I joined the Florida League of Cities and other municipal officials in Tallahassee to advocate for self-government / Home Rule. Home Rule is the right to local self-government and involves the authority of a local government to prevent state government intervention …

By Alex Lama, Commissioner (Friday, March 4, 2022) – Elected officials are public servants chosen by residents to serve the community and make their lives better. Voters have entrusted these elected officials with the honor and privilege to carry out their duties in the most efficient, diligent and professional manner. As stewards of the community, public servants must always be …

How to Support Ukraine Florida for Ukraine Florida for Ukraine was founded by a group of patriotic, passionate young professionals with ties to Ukraine now based across Florida’s southeast. Their goal is to mobilize people in support of Ukraine, amplifying their voices in Florida, and building a visible and impactful bridge between Florida and Ukraine in terms of humanitarian aid, …

(Friday, February 25, 2022) – This month, Interim Chief Mike Grandinetti retired after 24 years of service with the SIBPD and many contributions to our community. Mike was with the City since the Police Department’s inception in 1998 and was part of its growth and success. We wish him all the best in his retirement. Captain Edward Santiago was immediately …