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The Miami Heat and Miami-Dade 4-H Team up for a Night of Fun
This Halloween there will be special tricks and treats for Miami-Dade 4-H members and fans of the Miami HEAT basketball team. The HEAT is partnering with 4-H to host an exclusive opportunity to shoot baskets on the main court, learn the business behind the sport and watch the HEAT in their Opening Night game against the Sacramento Kings on Friday, October 31
Smart Gardening: Water Your Plants Using a Cheap and Environmentally Friendly Rain Barrel
Let Mother Nature do your irrigation work by capturing free rain water in a barrel. The Miami-Dade Cooperative Extension offers Rain Barrel Workshops where you can learn how to conserve water and reduce your water bill.
Settle Your Business Disputes Through Consumer Mediation
Ever feel like you have exhausted all efforts to resolve a complaint about a purchase or service contract? Fret no more. The Consumer Mediation Center is ready to take on your case. Learn how to get started toward a resolution.
Did you know that the Federal government has mandated that all broadcast TV signals be in digital format by February 2009? Get a jump onto the digital bandwagon with these helpful tips that will help clarify the big picture.
Download the coupon applications to get a discount on your television converter box. English Spanish
County residents who live in the same domicile and meet certain requirements can now register as domestic partners. Find out how you can take steps to protect the rights of your loved ones.
Chauffeur of the Quarter Helps Disabled Passengers Get Going
The Miami-Dade Consumer Services Department presented the Chauffeur of the Quarter award to taxicab driver Franz Rinville on Wednesday, July 23 during a special ceremony in downtown Miami.
Miami-Dade Cooperative Extension Reports Spread of the Fig Whitefly
The Miami-Dade Cooperative Extension is reporting a significant increase in resident calls about the spread of fig whitefly infestation. New signs of the infestation have been spotted in the Cutler Bay area, and the pest seems to be moving farther south.
Get the facts before you get taken! With hurricane season in full effect, Consumer Services helps you be knowledgeable about fair market prices for the things you need after a hurricane strikes.
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Affordable Telephone Service Available Through Link-Up and Lifeline Assistance Programs Low-income customers in our state may now apply for telephone service at reduced prices. You may be eligible for a 50% rebate in telephone service installation (worth up to $30.00) and a $13.50 credit per month on local phone bills. Over a year's time, that is a savings of $162.00. Click here for more info.
Facing foreclosure? Don't wait until it's too late to save your home. Get the facts you need here. Download the brochure on Homeowner Tips to Avoid Foreclosure Problems
Are you a renter whose home is being foreclosed? Know your options by clicking here. Español / Kreyòl Click here for information about Predatory Loans Protect Your Ficus from Whitefly Infestation Your ficus could be in danger of attack by a big threat in a tiny package. Find out what you need to know about whitefly infestation -- and what it means to your plants Get the facts Learn About Limousine Service Regulations Miami-Dade County regulates for-hire limousines on a countywide basis in order to create a comprehensive and service-oriented system of unrivaled for-hire limousine service. Get the Facts on Taxicab Regulations Learn what you need to know to make your next cab ride a good one for both the driver and passenger.
Take a Visual Tour of Consumer Services Get familiar with the Consumer Services Department and how it can help you through this brief video introduction. Consumer Services Wins Two National Awards
The Miami-Dade Consumer Services Department won awards in two categories during the 2008 Achievement in Consumer Education (ACE) Awards.
This Halloween there will be special tricks and treats for Miami-Dade 4-H members and fans of the Miami HEAT basketball team. The HEAT is partnering with 4-H to host an exclusive opportunity to shoot baskets on the main court, learn the business behind the sport and watch the HEAT in their Opening Night game against the Sacramento Kings on Friday, October 31
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Let Mother Nature do your irrigation work by capturing free rain water in a barrel. The Miami-Dade Cooperative Extension offers Rain Barrel Workshops where you can learn how to conserve water and reduce your water bill.
Applications for the 2008 Luxury Sedan Limousine Lottery are now available online. The forms will be accepted starting September 8
Did you know that the Federal government has mandated that all broadcast TV signals be in digital format by February 2009? Get a jump onto the digital bandwagon with these helpful tips that will help clarify the big picture.
Comsumer Services teams up with elected officials 
The Miami-Dade Consumer Services Department presented the Chauffeur of the Quarter award to taxicab driver Franz Rinville on Wednesday, July 23 during a special ceremony in downtown Miami.
Get the facts before you get taken! With hurricane season in full effect, Consumer Services helps you be knowledgeable about fair market prices for the things you need after a hurricane strikes.
files, you can download 
Low-income customers in our state may now apply for telephone service at reduced prices. You may be eligible for a 50% rebate in telephone service installation (worth up to $30.00) and a $13.50 credit per month on local phone bills. Over a year's time, that is a savings of $162.00. Click 
Your ficus could be in danger of attack by a big threat in a tiny package. Find out what you need to know about whitefly infestation -- and what it means to your plants
Get the Facts on Taxicab Regulations
