Miami Lakes Council Readies for Community Events and Programs

At the recent Miami Lakes Town Council meeting, the council engaged in extensive planning and logistical discussions for several upcoming events designed to engage and support the community. The meeting, which avoided mundane procedural activities, focused on the preparation and coordination of community events, including the Fourth of July celebration, an Arts for Autism event, a movie screening, and a workshop with Parent to Parent.

One of notable topics addressed was the comprehensive planning for the town’s Fourth of July event. The council members scrutinized various aspects of the event, from the procurement of additional headsets to ensure auditory comfort for all attendees to the design and placement of signs for a sensory-friendly room tailored for individuals with special needs. The necessity to purchase bean bag chairs, art supplies, and promotional materials such as flyers and water bottles was also debated, emphasizing the importance of creating an inclusive and engaging environment.

The council discussed the optimal ways to secure these materials, considering options like ordering from Amazon to capitalize on cost-effectiveness and convenience. The discussions extended to the specifics of the items, such as the paper’s thickness for flyers and the color schemes for signs.

In addition to the Fourth of July preparations, the council members dedicated time to discussing the Arts for Autism event and the success of the recent bike safety workshop. They also explored the potential for future events such as the Town Car rap and a presentation by the Chamber of Commerce in October.

Heightening the council’s focus on accessibility and inclusivity, there was a conversation surrounding the annual Acceptance Caravan, which includes visits to hospitals and individuals with special needs.

The council exhibited a forward-thinking attitude by scheduling a workshop with Parent to Parent for September 19th, considering the frequency of such workshops, and confirming details for a sensory-friendly movie screening. This screening was of particular interest due to an oversubscription, with registrations reaching 60 instead of the planned 50 attendees, prompting a debate on accommodating the additional participants. The council’s responsiveness to such challenges underscores their adaptability and attentiveness to community interest.

Additionally, the council tackled the logistics of other social events, such as an animation event, a casino event sponsorship, a baseball game outing, and a family event at the water park. These discussions centered around budget adherence, ticket distribution, and event decorations, with an eye on creating enjoyable and well-organized experiences for Miami Lakes residents.

One council member proposed a new program geared towards young adults with special needs, seeking to use the community center for this initiative. The council debated potential conflicts of interest and the strategy of initiating the program before seeking board support.

The meeting also welcomed new faces, including the nomination and acceptance of Julie Pedone as the new secretary and the introduction of special guest Ethan Rivero, who expressed a desire to get involved with the board in the future. These additions to the council’s personnel reflect a dynamic and evolving leadership body poised to address the needs and aspirations of Miami Lakes.

Note: This meeting summary was generated by AI, which can occasionally misspell names, misattribute actions, and state inaccuracies. This summary is intended to be a starting point and you should review the meeting record linked above before acting on anything you read. If we got something wrong, let us know. We’re working every day to improve our process in pursuit of universal local government transparency.
Mayor:
Manny Cid
City Council Officials:
Tony Fernandez, Luis E. Collazo, Josh Dieguez, Ray Garcia, Marilyn Ruano, Victoria Martinez (Assistant to the Town Council)

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