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Get Connected: WiFi now Available at Samson Oceanfront Park

People sitting on benches in Samson Oceanfront Park during the evening and at superimposed SIB WiFi graphic in the corner.

(Thursday, December 28, 2017) – WiFi is now available for residents to utilize at Samson Oceanfront Park. This new installation marks the sixth park equipped with free WiFi. The following parks are ready for you to connect: Golden Shores Park, Heritage Park, Pelican Community Park, Samson Oceanfront Park, Senator Gwen Margolis Park, and Town Center Park. WiFi will soon be …

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Being Homeless is Not a Criminal Violation

Empty bus bench with a clothing item laying on top.

This is Part Three of a three-part series from Sunny Isles Beach Police Department Staff. Read Part 1: Homelessness Is A Problem, Not Always A Crime Read Part 2: Homelessness & Trespassing, Public vs. Private Property By Fred Maas, Police Chief (Thursday, December 28, 2017) – The assimilation of the homeless in our society and community can be an annoyance …

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In Praise of Our Parks

Stage at the newly opened Gateway Park.

By Jeanette Gatto, Commissioner (Tuesday, December 26, 2017) – City parks are an important amenity to local communities. They offer a haven of relaxation for adults and provide a safe environment where children can play freely. It has always been the Commission’s goals to ensure that our residents live within walking distance to a park, and that goal was accomplished …

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A New Home for Our Senior Community Center in Gateway Park

Newly built structure that may soon house a community center at Gateway Park.

By Dana Goldman, Vice-Mayor (Tuesday, December 26, 2017) – From my first day on the City Commission, I strongly advocated for a Senior Community Center in Sunny Isles Beach. We can all agree that a Senior Center will enhance the quality of life for our senior citizens by offering additional social and educational options. The City intended to construct the …

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Update on Active Capital Projects

Dumptruck dumps sand on the beach during the Beach Sand Renourishment Project.

By Christopher J. Russo, Former City Manager (Thursday, November 30, 2017) – If you have not seen any of the City’s media releases or status reports on the various projects currently in progress, here is a run through of the major ones for your convenience. The beach sand renourishment project is underway with the placement of almost 2000,000 cubic yards …

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Something for Everyone

SIB Residents smile for the camera while sitting at a table at the City's Holiday Ball Party.

By Jeanette Gatto, Commissioner (Thursday, November 30, 2017) – Though Sunny Isles Beach is geographically a small city, our programming and special events are designed specifically to entertain the entire population, from those celebrating their first to their ninety- first birthdays. Just in December alone we are offering an assortment of events for all ages. Bring your little ones to …

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Small Pains, Big Gains: Bumpy Collins Avenue

Aerial view of Collins Avenue by Acqualina Resort in Sunny Isles Beach.

By Isaac Aelion, Commissioner (Thursday, November 30, 2017) – During the last year, the residents of Sunny Isles Beach have experienced an inconvenience in traveling along Collins Avenue. This inconvenience is partially attributed to the undergrounding of the FPL power lines along Collins, which have necessitated patching of the road in several areas. Irma, the most recent hurricane to hit …

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The Quest to Improve Quality of Life in Sunny Isles Beach

Horizons art piece in Town Center Park.

By Christopher J. Russo, Former City Manager (Wednesday, November 22, 2017) – Last June, the City of Sunny Isles Beach celebrated its 20th anniversary. We commemorated the advancements and improvements to services from which our residents and visitors have benefitted including lower taxes, local access to critical governmental services, such as code compliance and proper building permitting, the creation of …

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2018 Calendar Photo Contest Winners

Aerial view of swimming pools and greenery including water features.

(Thursday, November 23, 2017) – Once again the City of Sunny Isles Beach held their annual photo contest, asking residents and visitors to submit their beautiful shots from around the city. Our talented local photographers provided us with fantastic submissions to choose from. The winning photos have been used for the 2018 Sunny Isles Beach desktop calendars. Calendars are free and …

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2017 Jazz Fest Poster Contest Winner Announced

2017 Jazz Fest Winning Painting - Image of Newport Pier at Night

(Tuesday, November 14, 2017) – The City of Sunny Isles Beach is proud to announce the 2017 winner of the Jazz Fest Poster Contest, Dmitri Ivnitski with his painting, “A Sundowner.” Dmitri’s gorgeous painting features a nightlife scene at the Newport Pier in Sunny Isles Beach with City lights in the background. Dmitri will be awarded a $500 prize and recognized …

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