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    Welcome to District 8

    Commissioner Sorenson, representing District 8 since 1994, has been an outspoken advocate for her community and all of Miami-Dade County. Commissioner Sorenson has worked diligently to enhance the quality of life for South Miami-Dade through wise economic and growth management policies, crime prevention initiatives, and protection of the region’s environmental resources. She has also been a staunch advocate for human rights, a champion of regional cooperation, a leader in child welfare issues, and a promoter of the arts.

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    Commissioner Sorenson makes announcement regarding re-election

    On February 4, Commissioner Sorenson announced in a press conference that she will not seek re-election for a fifth term this year. Commissioner Sorenson has served Miami-Dade County's District 8 since 1994, working diligently to enhance the quality of life for South Miami-Dade through wise economic and growth management policies, crime prevention initiatives, and protection of the region’s environmental resources.

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    The filling period has ended for District 8 Mom & Pop Grant applications

    Applications for the Mom and Pop Small Business Grant Program in District 8 are no longer available. The application deadline was Monday, February 8 2010.

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    Commissioner Katy Sorenson wins approval to develop Lakes by the Bay Park in collaboration with the Town of Cutler Bay

    The Miami-Dade Board of County Commissioners passed legislation sponsored by Commissioner Katy Sorenson transferring 49.3 acres of the Lakes by the Bay park property to the Town of Cutler Bay for a long-awaited local recreational park for residents. 

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    Miami-Dade Department of Solid Waste Management makes free mulch available

    Miami-Dade Department of Solid Waste Management (DSWM) is making free mulch available on a first-come, first-served basis.  The mulch offered is made from recycled Christmas trees and is a fragrant reminder of the holiday season.

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    Buying local produce has never been easier
    Thanks to a partnership with Publix supermarkets, Miami-Dade County's agricultural industry has taken center stage. Over 1,000 Publix stores will now carry locally grown fruits and vegetables marketed under the Redland Raised brand.
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    Op-ed: Regional partnership to plan for climate impacts

    Climate change is upon us and will challenge the people of South Florida in innumerable ways. At a dozen feet above sea level at most, the southern peninsula has been identified as one of the most vulnerable places on earth to a rising sea.

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    Commissioner Katy Sorenson applauds court decision dismissing HABDI lawsuit against County

    Circuit Court Judge Gerald Hubbart entered a Final Summary Judgment dismissing a lawsuit by Homestead Air Base Developers, Inc (HABDI) against Miami-Dade County. 

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    Cities in District 8

        
     Cutler Bay          Homestead

        
     Palmetto Bay        Pinecrest

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