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Welcome
FPL HOLDING PUBLIC MEETINGS:
FPL has announced that it is holding a series of public Open Houses to obtain community feedback on the potential routes under consideration for new transmission lines in Miami-Dade County.
The Public Meeting closest to Palmetto Bay will be held Wednesday, November 19, at Signature Gardens.
Click “Read more” for more information including links to FPL information as well as to download a copy of the FPL Notice information. |
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UPCOMING COMMUNITY EVENTS (Updated 10/29/2008) :
A great art show in Palmetto Bay, (10-25 - 10/26), the kick off a new Farmers Market, special police patrols to keep Halloween safe, holiday events at Deering, we are privileged to have many great events that occur here in or near to Palmetto Bay. I have listed some of the events that I am aware of. Please take the time to attend and/or support some of these wonderful events. We are looking forward to some exciting and worthwhile community and charitable activities. PLEASE SUPPORT YOUR COMMUNITY - list follows:
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THE OFFICIAL PALMETTO BAY NEWLETTER IS GOING GREEN
Make sure you subscribe to Palmetto Bay's official electronic newsletter --
E-Currents -- so you don’t miss out!
Click “Read more” below to reach the details and how to subscribe. |
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EVERGLADES NATIONAL PARK UPDATE- Everglades National Park has announced the release of the Environmental Assessment (EA) for the Pilot Spreader Swales Project. There are four alternatives for a proposed pilot project to determine if spreader swales would increase water flow into Northeast Shark River Slough in the park.
There will be a public workshop scheduled for November 19, 2008 from 6:00 to 9:00 PM at South Dade Regional Library, 10750 SW 211th Street, Miami, Florida 33189.
There will be a presentation at 7:00 P.M. with time before and after for the public to view project information, talk with park staff, and provide comments.
Interested? This is your opportunity to obtain information and get involved. The comment period ends December 9, 2008.
There are four listed alternatives. Click “Read more” below to review the entire release, the four alternatives and all specifics provided by the Everglades National Park Media Advisory. |
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| Mayor Eugene Flinn, Jr. |
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Welcome to the online office of Mayor Eugene P. Flinn, Jr. I dedicate this web site to all residents of this wonderful village.
It is a great honor for me to serve as the first mayor of Palmetto Bay. The ability to effectively communicate with everyone has been one of my highest priorities. That is why I created and maintain this personal web site, which has been in continual existence since September of 2002. Since then, I have invited everyone to make use of it as another tool for communicating with me. You can e-mail me at ny personal e-mail:
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or my official e-mail of
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Please note that this is not the official web site of the Village of Palmetto Bay. You can access the official site at the following address: www.palmettobay-fl.gov. Follow the link.
I am trying to post information not usually provided on an official government site. I have included some biographical and photo information, including photographs or listing of various village events. Please take the time to view some of the changes in this village that have occurred since incorporation, making sure to scroll to the bottom of each page as often times links to the next photo page(s) are provided at the bottom.
Work on this personal web site is provided through volunteers or as my time permits.
Thank you!
Eugene Flinn, Jr.
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| Village of Palmetto Bay Council/Zoning Meetings:
I am providing a listing of upcoming official village council meetings. Please check the official web site for any additions or cancellations. The official village web site is located at www.palmettobay-fl.gov.
Regular Council Meeting: Monday, December 1, 2008, 7:00 PM, at the Deering Estate Visitor Center, 16701 S.W. 72 Avenue, Palmetto Bay, FL 33157
Council Zoning Hearing: Monday, December 8, 2008, 7:00 PM, THE NOVEMBER MEETING HAS BEEN CANCELED at Southwood Middle School, 16301 SW 80 Avenue, Palmetto Bay, FL 33157. Note: The Village Council does not hold zoning hearings during the Summer months of July and August.
Village Council Committee of the Whole/Workshop meeting: Wednesday, November 19, 6:00 PM, at the Chamber South Building, 900 Perrine Avenue (located in the US1 island west of the Northbound lanes of US1).
Official notices of meetings are posted in the Miami Herald, posted at the village hall board and posted on the official village web site located at www.palmettobay-fl.gov. |
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WATER RESTRICTIONS REDUCED TO MODIFIED PHASE II
TWO DAY A WEEK LAWN WATERING PERMITTED:
The SFWMD reduced the restrictions, increasing the ability tto water twice a week beginning Friday, April 18, 2008.. It is important to know the current SFWMD rules. Read more to download the SFWMD information sheet.
Residents and businesses of Miami-Dade are limited to a two-day-per-week landscape irrigation schedule with two "watering windows:"
Odd street addresses may irrigate lawns and landscapes on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 12 a.m. to 10 a.m. and/or 4 p.m. to 11:59 p.m.
Even street addresses may irrigate lawns and landscapes on Thursdays and Sundays from 12 a.m. to 10 a.m. and/or 4 p.m. to 11:59 p.m. |
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PLEASE MAKE IT A POINT TO ATTEND A VILLAGE COUNCIL MEETING
Have you attended a Village Council Meeting? This is where the decisions are made concerning local government. I am going to make it a point to invite new attendees to the Council meetings. CLICK HERE to be directed to the official VPB Council Meeting Schedule.
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The 2007 Village of Palmetto Bay celebration was held at Coral Reef Park on Saturday, March 3, 2008. This year saw 2 major new events to the picnic:
The first-ever Mayor's cup was won by Palmetto H.S.
Dunk the Mayor raised a total of $920.00 for Autism Speaks!
Thank you Waste Management for sponsoring the cost of the dunk tank so 100% of the proceeds raised could go to the charity.
Thank you Cutler Bay Mayor Vrooman who took a turn in the dunk tank.
I am posting photos from the event as they are received and as time permits. |
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PAWS IN THE PARK -- (Photos added Thursday 3/13/08):
Palmetto Bay was a proud co-sponsor of the initial Friends Forever (FFR) – “Paws in the Park” Dog Walk/ Event.
This event was held on Saturday, March 8, 2008, at our recently completed and updated, state of the art, Dog Park located at Perrine Wayside Park. I have posted some information concerning the event, the organization, and photographs of the event.
It was another great event held in the Village of Palmetto Bay and a great example of public/private partnership.
Congratulations Dee Chess, Rita Schwartz, and all the members and volunteers of FFR for a wonderful and unique event at the Dog Park. |
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PALMETTO BAY VILLAGE PARK OPENINGS IN 2007
Perrine Wayside Park reopened as the Palmetto Bay Dog Park on Saturday, November 17, and Palmetto Bay Park on Saturday, December 15. The parks are special parts of our Palmetto Bay Parks and Recreation system.
Areas of various Palmetto Bay Parks are available for party and event rentals. More information regarding this signature park and/or any Palmetto Bay Park facility can be obtained by calling the Palmetto Bay Parks and Recreation Department at 305 259 1234 or go to the village web site at www.palmettobay-fl.gov, parks facility rental section, (http://www.palmettobay-fl.gov/rentals.htm) for more information.
Any questions, concerns or suggestions regarding any village parks, including the Dog Park, should be directed to Ana Garcia, CPRP, Director of Palmetto Bay Parks & Recreation, at
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. Ms. Garcia is responsible for the operation of the Palmetto Bay park system and she is the only person who can address any issue or concern that you may have. Have fun -- enjoy the parks!
Please CLICK HERE to view the opening day photos from Palmetto Bay Park.
The official dog park information web page can be viewed by clicking on this link: www.palmettobay-fl.gov/parks-perrine%20wayside.html
Please CLICK HERE to view the Dog Park re-opening day photos. Please CLICK HERE to view photos of the pre-opening canine inspection. |
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