Thursday, August 20, 2009 11:12:00 AM
See where federal economic stimulus dollars are going in Miami-Dade County
If you want to see exactly where federal economic stimulus dollars are going in Miami-Dade County, check out the new grant tracking feature on Miami-Dade County’s recovery website. It includes projects and timelines for Public Works, Water & Sewer, Transit, Seaport and more. We’ll be updating the site monthly… so visit often at http://www.miamidade.gov/recovery.
Tuesday, August 18, 2009 10:47:00 AM
Doing More with Less
Time to put to rest another false impression that county government is getting bigger. In FY 2004-2005, there were 55 departments. The proposed budget for FY 2009-2010 calls for 55 departments. Five years ago, we counted 30,036 employees. The proposed budget calls for 27,595. That’s an 8% reduction in workforce. We are doing more with less!
Tuesday, August 11, 2009 4:58:00 PM
The Best of the Best!
Miami-Dade Fire Rescue (MDFR) was ranked among the top fire departments across North America according to the 2008 National Run Survey published in the July and August 2009 issues of Firehouse Magazine.
Miami-Dade’s Aerial 19 currently holds the distinction of taking the lead as the busiest aerial in nation. The results were based MDFR’s response to 5,238 calls last year, a difference of 600 responses above the second-place aerial out of Chicago and a difference of more than 1,100 calls above the fifth-ranked aerial in New York City. Aerial 19 also was also listed as the 26th busiest non-transport unit, responding to 2,997 calls.
Firehouse Magazine is a leading publication in the fire-rescue industry, has compiled data for the past 28 years based on information provided by departments in the US and Canada. Nearly 270 career fire departments participated in the published 2008 run survey.
Tuesday, August 11, 2009 3:53:00 PM
Miami International Airport Named Commercial Airport Of The Year by FDOT
Recently during the Florida Airports Council conference in Miami Beach, Miami International Airport (MIA) was recognized by the Florida Department of Transportation for its world class South and North Terminals, and the airport’s ongoing five-year, 20 percent budget reduction plan. At the same time thousands of new terminal square footage has come online, MIA has increased customer service and enhanced the aesthetic look of its terminal area. MIA was also recognized for its enhanced security program and achieving a zero discrepancy rating for the 12th consecutive year during airfield inspections for its runways, taxiways and taxi lanes, signage and lighting, departure and approach surfaces and other areas.
Monday, August 10, 2009 3:22:00 PM
Green Scene
Residents of Miami-Dade County seem to love the “no-sorting” curbside recycling program. But ever wondered where all of that commingled content ends up? If so, wonder no more. Green Scene has the inside scoop on Part 1 of a 2-part series: Where does our recycling go?
Click here to see the video.
Friday, August 07, 2009 10:12:00 AM
Become a Volunteer MIA Ambassador
Miami-Dade County is the vacation destination for millions of travelers seeking warm weather, beaches and a cultural melting pot rarely seen anywhere else in the U.S.
Miami International Airport (MIA) is looking for ambassadors who are willing to assist passengers, travelers and users by providing them with courteous, friendly assistance at the various information counters throughout the airport. Experience is not required and training will be provided to potential volunteers. All are welcome to become an ambassador including retirees, college students and high school seniors.
Benefits:
• Free parking
• Free uniform
• Complimentary snacks
• Concession discounts
• Flexible schedules, (minimum 4-hour shift required)
• Community hours and college credits available
• and more
For additional information or to become a MIA Ambassador please call 305-876-7858 or visit our website at http://www.miami-airport.com/html/volunteer_program.html.
Thursday, August 06, 2009 9:45:00 AM
How far have we come?
Miami-Dade County has come a long way in a short time because of the way we have invested in our services. How far have we come?
o Ten years ago, the crime rate for serious crime was 50% higher than it is now.
o Five years ago, about one-third fewer people used our park and recreation facilities, and 40 percent fewer used our libraries.
o Five years ago, people had to slog through the blue pages to get help or answer a question. Today, they can simply call 3-1-1.
o Five years ago, potholes didn’t get fixed until someone called them in. Today, about 98% of them are fixed before a problem is reported.
It’s easy to overlook the services the County provides. There’s always room for improvement, but it’s important to consider how far we have come.
Wednesday, August 05, 2009 9:39:00 AM
Tune in to Ask 311Radio to learn more about Miami-Dade County’s Budget
• Friday, August 7
2:30pm to 3:00pm
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• Monday, August 10
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• Monday, August 10
4:30pm to 5:00pm
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• Tuesday, August 11
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La Poderosa WWFE 670AM
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• Wednesday, August 12
10:45am to 11:00am
WQBA 1140AM
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• Monday, August 17
7:30pm to 8:00pm
Radio Mambi WAQI 710AM
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• Sunday, August 23
11:30 pm to midnight
WLYF 101.5 Lite FM
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• Monday, August 24
8:45am to 9:15am
Radio Caracol WSUA 1260AM
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• Monday, August 24
4:30pm to 5:00pm
Radio Mambi WAQI 710AM
Spanish
• Wednesday, August 26
10:45am to 11:00am
WQBA 1140AM
Spanish
• Thursday, August 27
2:30pm to 3:00pm
WLQY 1320AM
Creole
Monday, July 20, 2009 9:59:00 AM
Spurred by events, Greater Miami hotel room occupancy grows by 6.2% week ending July 4th
Greater Miami enjoyed the second highest occupancy rate growth in the country during the week ending on the July 4th holiday. Data from Smith Travel Research reports that Miami had the second largest year-over-year growth in hotel occupancy in the nation. Miami's room occupancy was up 6.2% from the same week last year with 66.9% of Miami's rooms filled. Three major events which drew large numbers of visitors -- the 2009 USA Volleyball Girls Junior Olympics, VII Pan American Women's Volleyball Cup Championship, and the American Black Film Festival -- contributed to this occupancy boost. The report is good news for Miami at a time when the national hotel occupancy average fell 6% year-over-year to end the week at 57.7%.
Wednesday, July 15, 2009 5:20:00 PM
Your Government at Work
Miami-Dade County, like much of the nation, is dealing with its worst economy in decades. What did the County do when the tax base was strong? Plenty! Significant enhancements took place over the past five years:
• 8 new fire stations
• 13 new libraries.
• 62 new park facilities.
• South Terminal at Miami International Airport
• 2 new cruise terminals at the Port of Miami.
• Provided additional funding to our Juvenile Assessment Center… and reduced juvenile arrests by 48 percent.
• Added more police officers, school crossing guards, and 9-1-1 operators.
• Created the 3-1-1 Answer Center which takes more than one million calls a year.
• Cut the time it takes to pick up bulky waste in half – from two weeks to 6 days.
• Replaced more than 37,000 street name and traffic signs each year.
• Reduced pothole complaints from 5 days to one.
• Repaired 25,000 feet of sidewalks.
• Replaced all of the trees lost after Hurricanes Katrina and Wilma
• Broke ground on the first major Metrorail expansion in 20 years.
• Metrozoo’s new Amazon & Beyond exhibit.
• . . . and more!
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