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 </description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1722013163965500</link><guid>news1722013163965500</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Get your hurricane kit ready during the Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday</title><pubDate>2024-08-01</pubDate><category>Emergency Management</category><description>From Saturday, Aug. 24, through Friday, Sept. 6, qualifying items related to disaster preparedness are exempt from sales tax.</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1558123610069886</link><guid>news1558123610069886</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title> Stepping Out of Summer Challenge</title><pubDate>2024-07-31</pubDate><category>Human Resources</category><description>WellnessWorks challenges AvMed members to reach up to 260,000 steps in the last four weeks of summer. </description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1626377436132920</link><guid>news1626377436132920</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Consumer Protection offices relocating to the Permitting &amp; Inspection Center</title><pubDate>2024-07-30</pubDate><category>Regulatory and Economic Resources</category><description>Effective Aug. 1, the Consumer Protection office will merge with the Neighborhood Code Compliance Division to form the Consumer and Neighborhood Protection Division, offering the same services.</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1719865739405468</link><guid>news1719865739405468</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Miami-Dade County is hiring</title><pubDate>2024-07-30</pubDate><category>Office of the Mayor</category><description>Learn about County job opportunities and careers offering competitive salaries and great benefits at an upcoming County job fair.</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1644938130045677</link><guid>news1644938130045677</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Strategic Procurement is hosting a business event, Aug. 30</title><pubDate>2024-07-29</pubDate><category>Strategic Procurement</category><description>Join the Strategic Procurement Department, the Asian American Advisory Board and the City of North Miami Beach for a special workshop on Doing Business with Miami-Dade County on Friday, Aug. 30.</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1722278444241550</link><guid>news1722278444241550</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Miami-Dade County presents at the ESRI User Conference 2024 plenary stage</title><pubDate>2024-07-25</pubDate><category>Information Technology</category><description>Information Technology Department (ITD) Assistant Director Jose Lopez and Division Director Jose R. 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Access a variety of resources, services, events and more for business owners. </description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1658841777203700</link><guid>news1658841777203700</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Connect your business to our County at Procurement Expo</title><pubDate>2024-07-25</pubDate><category>Strategic Procurement</category><description>The Miami-Dade County 5th Annual Procurement Expo will take place on Thursday, Sept. 12 at the Miami-Dade Public Library, 101 W. Flagler Street, Miami, FL 33128. The Expo is hosted by the Office of Mayor Daniella Levine Cava and the Miami-Dade County Strategic Procurement Department.</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1570831477685603</link><guid>news1570831477685603</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Kids can stay active at an after-school program</title><pubDate>2024-07-23</pubDate><category>Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces</category><description>Register your child for an after-school program at one of various Miami-Dade parks.</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news15646906462609</link><guid>news15646906462609</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Restoration of Voting Rights</title><pubDate>2024-07-23</pubDate><category>Elections</category><description>In 2018, voters approved an amendment to the Florida Constitution, commonly referred to as “Amendment 4”, to automatically restore the voting rights of Floridians with felony convictions after they complete all terms of their sentence, including parole or probation.</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news156461249721896</link><guid>news156461249721896</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>New full-time bus operators can earn a $5,000 bonus</title><pubDate>2024-07-19</pubDate><category>Transportation and Public Works</category><description>Be a part of the team that moves Miami-Dade County. Applications will be accepted through Aug. 18.</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1547042360951753</link><guid>news1547042360951753</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>School items will be tax exempt during sales tax holiday</title><pubDate>2024-07-19</pubDate><category>Communications and Customer Experience</category><description>From Monday, July 29, through Sunday, Aug. 11, qualifying items will be exempt from sales tax.</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1532523571269216</link><guid>news1532523571269216</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Read the FY 2024-25 Proposed Budget</title><pubDate>2024-07-17</pubDate><category>Management and Budget</category><description>Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava hosted a press conference to present her proposed County budget for FY 2024-25.</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1720971644884820</link><guid>news1720971644884820</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>New community program enhances connections with Transit riders </title><pubDate>2024-07-16</pubDate><category>Transportation and Public Works</category><description>Residents and Transit riders now have more access to the latest information about public transportation services, a conduit for ongoing feedback and much more through TransitConnections. </description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1720203908241168</link><guid>news1720203908241168</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Miami-Dade County ranks 9th in 2024 Digital Counties Survey </title><pubDate>2024-07-16</pubDate><category>Information Technology</category><description>The Center for Digital Government, in partnership with the National Association of Counties (NACo), ranked Miami-Dade County #9 in the 1 million or more population category of the 2024 Digital Counties Survey. The survey provides annual recognition of County performance and innovation in using technology.</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1720799739252978</link><guid>news1720799739252978</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Miami-Dade County wins 143 NACo awards</title><pubDate>2024-07-10</pubDate><category>Miami-Dade County</category><description>Miami-Dade County recently received 143 Achievement Awards from the National Association of Counties (NACo), recognizing 11 County departments across several program categories.</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1720642705023694</link><guid>news1720642705023694</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Prepare and store Miami-Dade County tap water when a hurricane is announced </title><pubDate>2024-07-09</pubDate><category>Water and Sewer</category><description>Hurricane season runs from June 1 to Nov. 30. Creating an emergency water supply for you and your family is an essential part of emergency preparations. When a hurricane warning is announced you can fill clean, sanitized containers with Miami-Dade County tap water rather than buying bottled water.</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1529007777836343</link><guid>news1529007777836343</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Attend the Disability Resource Fair</title><pubDate>2024-07-08</pubDate><category>Internal Services</category><description>The disability resource fair is designed to connect individuals with disabilities to valuable services and resources. The event takes place Saturday, Sept. 21 at the Westchester Regional Library. 

</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1720464767131986</link><guid>news1720464767131986</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Support those affected by Hurricane Beryl</title><pubDate>2024-07-03</pubDate><category>Office of the Mayor</category><description>Miami-Dade County is working with relief organizations to send aid to the islands affected by Hurricane Beryl. Learn how you can send support to those impacted by this dangerous storm.</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1720059634967356</link><guid>news1720059634967356</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>IT Department awarded 36 National Association of Counties achievement awards</title><pubDate>2024-07-03</pubDate><category>Information Technology</category><description>The IT Department is celebrating 36 awards from the National Association of Counties (NACo) Achievement Award Program for 2024, which recognizes innovative county governments. </description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1720017791909737</link><guid>news1720017791909737</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>The Water Wisely Program helps you become more water efficient </title><pubDate>2024-07-03</pubDate><category>Water and Sewer</category><description>Miami-Dade County's Water and Sewer Department's Water Wisely program offers residents water conservation programs and tips to become more water efficient and still maintain beautiful yards and landscaping.</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1522957905068442</link><guid>news1522957905068442</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Hurricane season started June 1</title><pubDate>2024-07-02</pubDate><category>Emergency Management</category><description>Plan and prepare now if you haven't done so already. Get tips for sheltering pets, evacuation assistance, how to properly prune trees and much more.</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1557755549713547</link><guid>news1557755549713547</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Schedule a 3D mammogram exam</title><pubDate>2024-07-01</pubDate><category>Human Resources</category><description>Florida Mobile Mammography is bringing its mammogram services to locations near you. Schedule your exam online now.</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1613163058751482</link><guid>news1613163058751482</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Proposed solid waste fees for this year</title><pubDate>2024-06-28</pubDate><category>Solid Waste Management</category><description>In order to maintain the same quality service for the coming fiscal year while providing relief to residents, the Administration recommends the Solid Waste Collection Fees remain at the current rate. </description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1558647049750973</link><guid>news1558647049750973</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Summer mosquito tips</title><pubDate>2024-06-28</pubDate><category>Solid Waste Management</category><description>Nobody likes being eaten alive by mosquitoes when the weather heats up. You don't have to stand for it any longer. Use these tips to protect yourself from these summer skeeters.</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1691092823598281</link><guid>news1691092823598281</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Join the Miami-Dade County Elections team</title><pubDate>2024-06-27</pubDate><category>Elections</category><description>Become part of our team to help build trust and confidence in Miami-Dade County by ensuring elections are fair, accurate, transparent, and accessible for all voters.</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1718206056680838</link><guid>news1718206056680838</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Learn about incentives for building workforce housing at monthly workshops</title><pubDate>2024-06-25</pubDate><category>Regulatory and Economic Resources</category><description>The Miami-Dade County Workforce Housing Development Program provides density bonuses and other incentives for the development of workforce housing. 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The law, championed by State Senator Jason Pizzo, aims to enhance public safety by deterring dangerous stunts and ensuring greater inter-agency cooperation.</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1719357241768304</link><guid>news1719357241768304</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Drop off home chemicals, electronics and more at mobile events</title><pubDate>2024-06-25</pubDate><category>Solid Waste Management</category><description>Home Chemical Drop-Off Mobile Events are free drop-off sites scheduled throughout the County. These are one-stop event locations where residential customers can safely dispose of household hazardous waste.</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1692016206711534</link><guid>news1692016206711534</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Book your flight with MIA Discover</title><pubDate>2024-06-18</pubDate><category>Aviation (Miami International Airport)</category><description>Air travelers can now book flights to any of Miami International Airport's 175 nonstop destinations through MIA Discover, the airport's new 3D route map and destination guide.</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1718729500429768</link><guid>news1718729500429768</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Pay your Local Business Tax </title><pubDate>2024-06-18</pubDate><category>Tax Collector</category><description>Local business tax bills will be mailed to all businesses in July.  Business owners are encouraged to pay online no later than Sept. 30. </description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1602017472715893</link><guid>news1602017472715893</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Greater Miami Expressway Agency seeks board members</title><pubDate>2024-06-18</pubDate><category>Miami-Dade Board of County Commissioners</category><description>Appointees will serve without compensation. One member shall serve 1 year and a second member for three years. Deadline to apply is TBD. </description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1718732397522363</link><guid>news1718732397522363</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Help us end the HIV Epidemic</title><pubDate>2024-06-17</pubDate><category>Community Advocacy</category><description>The Ending the HIV Epidemic initiative is a movement to reduce new HIV/AIDS infections, increase access to care, reduce stigma and promote health equality in the community.  Get tested during National HIV testing day June 27.</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1513025453562316</link><guid>news1513025453562316</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Office of Historic Preservation launches study of migrant farmworker community</title><pubDate>2024-06-11</pubDate><category>Regulatory and Economic Resources</category><description>The Department of Regulatory and Economic Resources’ Office of Historic Preservation is slated to launch the Migrant Farmworker Historic Context Study, funded by an Underrepresented Communities Grant (URC) from the Historic Preservation Fund administered by the National Park Service, Department of the Interior.</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1718126356125665</link><guid>news1718126356125665</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Free Mobile Veterinary Clinic to help pet owners in underserved Miami-Dade communities</title><pubDate>2024-06-07</pubDate><category>Animal Services</category><description>The goal of the Mobile Veterinary Clinic is to improve the quality of life for pets, who otherwise might not get to see a veterinarian.</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news162742302206183</link><guid>news162742302206183</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Read your way to winning prizes this summer</title><pubDate>2024-06-03</pubDate><category>Libraries</category><description>Miami-Dade Libraries' Summer Reading Challenge is underway. Participate now through Aug. 12 for a chance to win prizes.</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news152829208404269</link><guid>news152829208404269</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Register for emergency evacuation assistance</title><pubDate>2024-05-30</pubDate><category>Emergency Management</category><description>Hurricane season runs from June 1 through Nov. 30, but it's never too early to make the necessary preparations for yourself and members of your family.</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1589320256803960</link><guid>news1589320256803960</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Tax-free holidays bring big savings</title><pubDate>2024-05-30</pubDate><category>Miami-Dade County</category><description>Over the coming months, a series of sales tax holidays will allow Florida residents to save money on essential items and summer activities.</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1716341398017307</link><guid>news1716341398017307</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Renew your request to vote by mail</title><pubDate>2024-05-29</pubDate><category>Elections</category><description>Recent changes to the election laws in Florida require voters who vote by mail to submit a new request. All requests for vote-by-mail ballots expired as of Dec. 31, 2022.</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1674748818419172</link><guid>news1674748818419172</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Recycling contamination enforcement begins on June 1, 2024</title><pubDate>2024-05-29</pubDate><category>Solid Waste Management</category><description>Beginning June 1, 2024, an ordinance to reduce recycling contamination will be enforced. DSWM officers can inspect recycling carts for contaminants. Multiple violations will result in a fee for special collection and disposal.</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1716211999157206</link><guid>news1716211999157206</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Retired Sergeants Return to Department as Investigative Specialists</title><pubDate>2024-05-24</pubDate><category>Miami-Dade Police Department</category><description>Retired sergeants Dorothy Dorsett and James Dixon returned to the Miami-Dade Police Department as investigative specialists, conducting thorough background checks on job applicants. Their unique perspectives as former police officers now in civilian roles enrich their contributions and understanding of both sides of law enforcement.</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1716563821434491</link><guid>news1716563821434491</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Homeowners Associations: Get ready now for post-hurricane debris removal</title><pubDate>2024-05-22</pubDate><category>Solid Waste Management</category><description>Homeowners associations that manage communities with private roads are required to have an executed Right of Entry agreement for post-storm debris collection. Avoid delays and make this part of your hurricane preparations. </description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1620248487438125</link><guid>news1620248487438125</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Find the perfect summer camp for your child</title><pubDate>2024-05-20</pubDate><category>Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces</category><description>Learn about this year's summer camps and how you can keep your kids engaged while staying safe. </description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1525121846527557</link><guid>news1525121846527557</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Do your part, be cyber smart</title><pubDate>2024-05-16</pubDate><category>Information Technology</category><description>Remain diligent about knowing and understanding your privacy and security settings to protect yourself from cyberscams and cyberthreats that can be financially devastating. Don’t just be cyber aware, be cyber smart.
</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news171587134783120</link><guid>news171587134783120</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Municipal Elections</title><pubDate>2024-05-15</pubDate><category>Elections</category><description>Read information about upcoming 2024 municipal elections.</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1639178710510110</link><guid>news1639178710510110</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Apply to be a partner for the Summer Food Service Program</title><pubDate>2024-05-14</pubDate><category>Community Action and Human Services</category><description>Partners will play a role in providing free nutritious meals to children and teens enrolled in the program. </description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1553185195598702</link><guid>news1553185195598702</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Fish freely with a license</title><pubDate>2024-05-13</pubDate><category>Tax Collector</category><description>With some exceptions, you must have a license to fish in Florida.</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1631051047016743</link><guid>news1631051047016743</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Top 9 cyber scams and how to spot them</title><pubDate>2024-05-09</pubDate><category>Information Technology</category><description>Falling victim to scams can result in financial loss, identity theft, privacy breaches and malware infections. Learn to identify a cyber scam to protect yourself and your loved ones.</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1715266972598708</link><guid>news1715266972598708</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Miami-Dade Approves Use of Cameras on School Buses to Emphasize Student Safety</title><pubDate>2024-05-08</pubDate><category>Miami-Dade Police Department</category><description>Florida's new law allows cameras on school buses to enhance safety by citing drivers who illegally pass stopped school buses. The enforcement involves Miami-Dade Schools, BusPatrol, and Miami-Dade Police.</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1714515500559247</link><guid>news1714515500559247</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Seasonal fertilizer ban in effect from May 15 through Oct. 31</title><pubDate>2024-05-03</pubDate><category>Regulatory and Economic Resources</category><description>The fertilizer ordinance has specific rules for when, how much and where you can fertilize, how grass clippings and vegetative matter are to be handled, and what training is required for your business. </description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1631547014001318</link><guid>news1631547014001318</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Potholepalooza is back!</title><pubDate>2024-05-02</pubDate><category>Transportation and Public Works</category><description>Through community awareness, Potholepalooza helps identify and fix potholes throughout Miami-Dade County.</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1681824193582477</link><guid>news1681824193582477</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Attend a virtual mental health panel </title><pubDate>2024-04-30</pubDate><category>Human Resources</category><description>May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and we are committed to supporting our employees and County family who struggle with emotional wellness challenges.</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1621893611297973</link><guid>news1621893611297973</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Student artists honored for their winning poster contest entries</title><pubDate>2024-04-29</pubDate><category>Water and Sewer</category><description>Thirteen pint-sized Picassos were recognized by the Miami-Dade Board of County Commissioners for winning the 16th annual Every Drop Counts Children's Poster Contest.</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1558620046961668</link><guid>news1558620046961668</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>We're improving our Better Bus Network</title><pubDate>2024-04-24</pubDate><category>Transportation and Public Works</category><description>The Better Bus Network is being improved with increased frequency, additional connections, updated running times, and adjustments to some routes to provide more service for more people with more frequency.</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1689170876978117</link><guid>news1689170876978117</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Learn about sargassum (seaweed) on Miami-Dade County beaches</title><pubDate>2024-04-19</pubDate><category>Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces</category><description>Naturally occurring seaweed, or sargassum, floats onto our beaches every year from March to October. Learn how it affects our unique ecosystems. </description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1612480690815524</link><guid>news1612480690815524</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Build a better bathroom</title><pubDate>2024-04-16</pubDate><category>Water and Sewer</category><description>Rebates are available on qualified high-efficiency toilets, faucets and showerheads that save money and conserve water.</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1528998585996797</link><guid>news1528998585996797</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Commission for Women seeks new board members </title><pubDate>2024-04-16</pubDate><category>Commission for Women</category><description>Board members will advocate for the status of women and work to improve their quality of life in Miami-Dade County. 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Residents are urged to report illegal dumping.</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1589158704514729</link><guid>news1589158704514729</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Doggie date for a day</title><pubDate>2024-04-09</pubDate><category>Animal Services</category><description>Doggy day-out field trips ease shelter dogs' kennel stress, burn off excess energy and allow everyone to interact with a new furry friend.</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1697285264502801</link><guid>news1697285264502801</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Arthur McDuffie state historical marker unveiled</title><pubDate>2024-04-08</pubDate><category>Regulatory and Economic Resources</category><description>Arthur McDuffie, an African American father of three young children and former U.S. Marine, tragically died in 1979 at the age of 33.</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1712582083992813</link><guid>news1712582083992813</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Professional Staffer Has Been Longtime Football Coach, and Mentor to Young Men</title><pubDate>2024-04-05</pubDate><category>Miami-Dade Police Department</category><description>Hector Rodriguez, a former high school football player turned coach, has significantly impacted the lives of young men through his role as a mentor and coach. He emphasizes the importance of positive role models. His dedication is evident in his personal sacrifices and the deep bonds he forms with his players, transcending the realm of sports to positively influence their personal lives.</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1712339280922168</link><guid>news1712339280922168</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Occupant with Autism Program</title><pubDate>2024-04-02</pubDate><category>Miami-Dade Police Department</category><description>The Miami-Dade Police Department's Occupant with Autism program provides decals to indicate the presence of individuals with autism in vehicles or homes, aiding police response. This initiative enhances safety and response effectiveness during emergencies. Registration is voluntary, with an option for address flagging in the dispatch system instead of a decal display.</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news170665964252966</link><guid>news170665964252966</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Tell us about the places and spaces that are historically important to you</title><pubDate>2024-04-01</pubDate><category>Regulatory and Economic Resources</category><description>The Office of Historic Preservation is conducting a Goulds Heritage Survey to uplift the voice of the community by recognizing the places, events and people that have shaped the Goulds community and are reflective of its diverse heritage and historic significance.</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1664196309233745</link><guid>news1664196309233745</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Pay your property taxes</title><pubDate>2024-03-19</pubDate><category>Tax Collector</category><description>Conveniently make your property tax payments online.</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1510695140154998</link><guid>news1510695140154998</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Environmentally Endangered Lands </title><pubDate>2024-03-12</pubDate><category>Regulatory and Economic Resources</category><description>Miami-Dade County's Environmentally Endangered Lands (EEL) Program needs your help to restore environmentally sensitive lands in Miami-Dade County. </description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1637700237638422</link><guid>news1637700237638422</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Community Education Unit</title><pubDate>2024-03-12</pubDate><category>Miami-Dade Police Department</category><description>The Community Education Unit (CEU) services over 100 Miami-Dade County schools and offers a variety of safety presentations, reaching over 100,000 citizens each year. Their mission emphasizes traffic and safety knowledge for both children and adults to save lives and prevent injuries.</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1697775268199778</link><guid>news1697775268199778</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Kids Tag Art Children's Design Contest</title><pubDate>2024-03-11</pubDate><category>Tax Collector</category><description>The Miami-Dade County Office of the Tax Collector presents the inaugural Kids Tag Art Children's Design Contest, open to all Miami-Dade County fifth-grade public school students.</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news168900024099246</link><guid>news168900024099246</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Attend financial benefits fairs in March</title><pubDate>2024-03-06</pubDate><category>Human Resources</category><description>Mark your calendars for the exciting Financial Benefits Fairs on March 13 and March 27. </description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1709760428391298</link><guid>news1709760428391298</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title> Enroll in paperless billing </title><pubDate>2024-03-01</pubDate><category>Water and Sewer</category><description>Lessen your paper clutter by signing up for Water and Sewer's Paper Billing. Your water bill will be conveniently emailed directly to your inbox, so you'll never have to worry about misplacing your paper statement again.</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1510676068596768</link><guid>news1510676068596768</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Therapy Dogs are the Community’s Best Friends</title><pubDate>2024-02-22</pubDate><category>Miami-Dade Police Department</category><description>The Miami-Dade Police Department's therapy dog program, initiated in 2019, has expanded to include five dogs and their handlers, offering comfort and support to the community and within the department. The program, highlighting rescue dogs trained to meet rigorous standards, plays a crucial role in mental health and wellness, exemplified during events like the Surfside building collapse.</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1708621027059447</link><guid>news1708621027059447</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Midwest District Officer and Police Dispatcher Help Homeless Woman</title><pubDate>2024-02-22</pubDate><category>Miami-Dade Police Department</category><description>Midwest District Officer Leo Cantave and Police Dispatcher Nicole Sears assisted Maria Garcia, a homeless woman living out of her van, by providing her with a new battery, gas, and starting a GoFundMe account to aid her financially. Their efforts have led to broader community support and plans to establish a non-profit aimed at helping homeless families, demonstrating their commitment to community service and compassion.




</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news170862227031629</link><guid>news170862227031629</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Nominate a WASD employee who has demonstrated exceptional customer service</title><pubDate>2024-02-14</pubDate><category>Water and Sewer</category><description>Any Miami-Dade County customer, County employees and  Water &amp; Sewer Department (WASD) employee may nominate a member of the WASD staff for for recognition in the Pebble Program. 
</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1650487033885268</link><guid>news1650487033885268</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Specialized Training in Postmortem Fingerprints</title><pubDate>2024-02-13</pubDate><category>Medical Examiner</category><description>Specialized methods on how to get fingerprints from a body in different states of composition</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1707841661078499</link><guid>news1707841661078499</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Brothers Who Grew Up in Law Enforcement Family Have Raised Over $130,000 for Officers in Need</title><pubDate>2024-02-01</pubDate><category>Miami-Dade Police Department</category><description>Detectives Morales and Espinosa, from a law enforcement family, founded Bleeding Blue Inc., raising $130,000 to aid law enforcement families through fundraisers, showcasing their dedication to supporting colleagues outside their duty.</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news170684014381847</link><guid>news170684014381847</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>More places to learn and play soccer</title><pubDate>2024-01-26</pubDate><category>Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces</category><description>Miami-Dade Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces Department will partner with Soccer 5® and the Miami-Dade Police Department to launch Soccer 5® For All in Miami-Dade Parks - More Spaces to Play, More Places to Learn at several Miami-Dade County Parks. </description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1706184793692176</link><guid>news1706184793692176</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>File a consumer complaint</title><pubDate>2024-01-25</pubDate><category>Regulatory and Economic Resources</category><description>The Consumer Protection Division can mediate a complaint for you, if you have a dispute with a business in Miami-Dade County.</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news164910509535934</link><guid>news164910509535934</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>The Independent Civilian Panel seeks community input about policing efforts</title><pubDate>2024-01-22</pubDate><category>Independent Civilian Panel</category><description>The Community Relations Survey includes questions about the quality of policing from the Miami-Dade Police Department in the community. </description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1695047034013541</link><guid>news1695047034013541</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Find out if your small business qualifies for a RISE loan</title><pubDate>2024-01-17</pubDate><category>Office of the Mayor</category><description>The RISE Fund supports diverse small businesses in Miami-Dade County. </description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1682696377488664</link><guid>news1682696377488664</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Make a splash with Water is Life</title><pubDate>2024-01-04</pubDate><category>Water and Sewer</category><description>The Miami-Dade Water and Sewer Department's new social awareness campaign, Water is Life, encourages residents to pause and reflect on water's critical role on their day-to-day lives, and share their stories on social media by tagging @MiamiDadeWater and using the hashtag #WaterIsLife.</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1701437301929508</link><guid>news1701437301929508</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Retired Miami-Dade Police Officer Recounts a Bygone Era, and His Brush with President Kennedy</title><pubDate>2023-12-20</pubDate><category>Miami-Dade Police Department</category><description>Retired Miami-Dade police officer Jack Kahn highlights memorable moments such as his encounter with President Kennedy and various assignments during his tenure from 1958 to 1970. 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The program, inspired by Easterling's personal challenges and career journey, helps these girls focus on their education, family, and future while providing a positive role model in their lives.</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1704218254119550</link><guid>news1704218254119550</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Single-tracking for service improvements and safety  </title><pubDate>2023-12-20</pubDate><category>Transportation and Public Works</category><description>DTPW is actively working on maintaining and upgrading Metrorail’s tracks and guideway to improve safety and reliability for Miami-Dade Transit riders. Single-tracking allows the work to be performed safely on weekends and after 8 p.m. on weekdays.</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1703086539104340</link><guid>news1703086539104340</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Recycle Right - the Simple 5</title><pubDate>2023-12-12</pubDate><category>Solid Waste Management</category><description>We all want to do our part when it comes to recycling. However, many of us are not putting the right items in their respective carts. The Simple 5 makes it easy to Recycle Right.</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news156079725604388</link><guid>news156079725604388</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Miami-Dade prepares employees for transition to Independent Constitutional Offices</title><pubDate>2023-11-27</pubDate><category>Management and Budget</category><description>Effective Jan. 7, 2025, the Sheriff, the Supervisor of Elections, the Property Appraiser, the Tax Collector, and the Clerk of Courts will operate independently from the county government, marking a significant change in organizational structure.</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1701104633589642</link><guid>news1701104633589642</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Softball League Feeds Competitive Yearnings for Some Miami-Dade Police Officers, but Is Much More Than Homeruns and Double Plays</title><pubDate>2023-11-17</pubDate><category>Miami-Dade Police Department</category><description>In Miami-Dade, police officers find camaraderie and competition in a softball league, with teams like "Miami 5.0" and "Miami Metro Dawgz" ranking nationally. 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CITT Ambassadors are are frequent transit riders and regularly share their observations of transit services via the Velocia application.

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This prestigious recognition was awarded by industry-leading market research firm, J.D. 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We are all in it together.</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1687800725350293</link><guid>news1687800725350293</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Changes to Concealed Carry</title><pubDate>2023-06-13</pubDate><category>Miami-Dade Police Department</category><description>Effective July 1, 2023, Florida's "Permitless Carry" bill allows eligible individuals to carry concealed firearms without a license. However, the existing laws on open carry, firearm purchase procedures, and prohibited zones remain unchanged.</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1686687049470172</link><guid>news1686687049470172</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Collect rainwater to help your yard flourish</title><pubDate>2023-06-03</pubDate><category>Water and Sewer</category><description>Learn how to harvest rain water using a rain barrel during a free, hour-long virtual workshop. 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Various payment systems and plans are available for both.</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1684340723233181</link><guid>news1684340723233181</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Moving forward together from COVID-19</title><pubDate>2023-05-12</pubDate><category>Miami-Dade County</category><description>Due to the expiration of the federal COVID-19 public health emergency, Miami-Dade County has been working with its partners to phase out its mass vaccination and testing sites.</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1682965622987309</link><guid>news1682965622987309</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Department Unveils "Law Enforcement Appreciation Vehicle," Paying Tribute to Those Who Died in the Line of Duty, and Officers Who Carry on Legacy of Service</title><pubDate>2023-05-11</pubDate><category>Miami-Dade Police Department</category><description>The Miami-Dade Police Department has unveiled a tribute SUV, adorned with symbolic elements, to honor the 168 county officers who died in the line of duty, coinciding with Law Enforcement Appreciation Month in May.</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1683820678884456</link><guid>news1683820678884456</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Help provided to neighboring utilities</title><pubDate>2023-05-10</pubDate><category>Water and Sewer</category><description>Following the recent historic rainfalls in South Florida, WASD deployed essential personnel and equipment from its Wastewater Collections and Wastewater Treatment Divisions to the City of Fort Lauderdale to assist with recovery and clean-up efforts.</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1683753819059920</link><guid>news1683753819059920</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Download the Solid Waste app</title><pubDate>2023-05-08</pubDate><category>Solid Waste Management</category><description>It's now easier to manage your solid waste, recycling and mosquito control services - all from the palm of your hand.</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1543530917474420</link><guid>news1543530917474420</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Officer Damian Colon Returns to Miami to Begin Rehabilitation</title><pubDate>2023-04-29</pubDate><category>Miami-Dade Police Department</category><description>Injured police officer Damian Colon has returned to Miami for rehabilitation after being shot in the head by a stalker. He is not yet able to walk, but his family, friends, and colleagues are optimistic about his progress.</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news168282794871636</link><guid>news168282794871636</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Request a customized report of juvenile arrests, diversion and prevention data</title><pubDate>2023-04-26</pubDate><category>Juvenile Services</category><description>The JSD Data Unit specializes in collecting and analyzing data to identify patterns and trends in real time.</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1532544083284756</link><guid>news1532544083284756</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Choose the way to vote that works for you</title><pubDate>2023-04-06</pubDate><category>Elections</category><description>Miami-Dade voters can vote by mail, vote early or vote on Election Day.</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news15924477781914</link><guid>news15924477781914</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Get the most out of your solid waste services</title><pubDate>2023-04-06</pubDate><category>Solid Waste Management</category><description>Webinars on topics such as illegal dumping, home chemical collection, bulky waste pickup will be held weekly to show you how to get the most out of your waste services.</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1622202420897698</link><guid>news1622202420897698</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Know the signs of a heart attack and cardiac arrest </title><pubDate>2023-04-06</pubDate><category>Fire Rescue</category><description>People often use these terms interchangeably, but they are not synonyms. A heart attack is when blood flow to the heart is blocked, and sudden cardiac arrest is when the heart malfunctions and suddenly stops beating unexpectedly.</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1551220637165449</link><guid>news1551220637165449</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Lifesaving mission at Miami-Dade County Animal Services</title><pubDate>2023-04-06</pubDate><category>Animal Services</category><description>Miami-Dade County Animal Services (Animal Services) takes in about 30,000 dogs and cats each year, regardless of age, breed, medical condition, or temperament. The stray and abandoned animals in our care receive high-quality veterinary care.  Animal Services first achieved their lifesaving status in 2015. 
</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news156520350522773</link><guid>news156520350522773</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Election integrity and security</title><pubDate>2023-04-06</pubDate><category>Elections</category><description>See how the Miami-Dade County Elections Department is committed to ensuring the ongoing integrity and security of the voting process.</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1534271541752562</link><guid>news1534271541752562</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Help give young children a Head Start</title><pubDate>2023-04-05</pubDate><category>Community Action and Human Services</category><description>As a Head Start professional, you will play a pivotal role as kids ages birth to 5 develop and grow. Start a rewarding career in early childhood education or social services, even while in college.</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1676409297580215</link><guid>news1676409297580215</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Project Green Light will help keep Miami-Dade safe</title><pubDate>2023-04-01</pubDate><category>Office of the Mayor</category><description>Project Green Light utilizes advanced video technology and actionable intelligence in real-time to assist the Miami-Dade Police Department's efforts to deter, prevent and solve crime.</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news16602452065667</link><guid>news16602452065667</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Apply for Homebuyer Assistance </title><pubDate>2023-04-01</pubDate><category>Economic Advocacy Trust</category><description>You can get help with down payment and closing costs to purchase your first home. </description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1634068565265964</link><guid>news1634068565265964</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Equip your home with a fire extinguisher</title><pubDate>2023-03-27</pubDate><category>Fire Rescue</category><description>Fire safety items are essential life-saving devices that you should have in your home. They will come in handy in case of accidental fires. </description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1551219574468287</link><guid>news1551219574468287</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Take action on neighborhood fixes with 311Direct</title><pubDate>2023-03-24</pubDate><category>Communications and Customer Experience</category><description>From stray dogs to reporting potholes and overgrowth in need of some attention, you can report your concerns by downloading and using the free 311Direct mobile app, or visiting the 311Direct webpage.</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1562769024932829</link><guid>news1562769024932829</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Elder Affairs Advisory Board seeks new members</title><pubDate>2023-03-20</pubDate><category>Community Advocacy</category><description>Board members will serve the needs of the elderly community in Miami-Dade County. There are five seats available in County Commission Districts 2, 4, 6, 9 and 10. </description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1532372687930154</link><guid>news1532372687930154</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>On a Vacation Week With His Family, Lieutenant Rescues Two People From Lake, Awarded Department’s Distinguished Officer Of The Year</title><pubDate>2023-03-08</pubDate><category>Miami-Dade Police Department</category><description>Miami-Dade Police Lieutenant Nelson Andreu Jr. was awarded the Department's Distinguished Officer of the Year Award and the Silver Medal of Valor for rescuing an elderly woman from a car submerged in a murky lake while on a vacation week with his family.</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1678319762397374</link><guid>news1678319762397374</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>I THRIVE is a space for employees to share and connect</title><pubDate>2023-03-01</pubDate><category>Human Resources</category><description>The I THRIVE @ Miami-Dade County initiative helps to create a sense of unity among Miami-Dade County employees.</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1633554818602154</link><guid>news1633554818602154</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Roadway Named in Honor of Miami-Dade Police Sergeant Who Died In The Line Of Duty</title><pubDate>2023-02-28</pubDate><category>Miami-Dade Police Department</category><description>Sergeant Brown was well-known for his dedication to his community, including running a summer camp for youth and hosting annual fishing trips for at-risk youth. The naming ceremony, held on his birthdate, was attended by approximately 200 people, including his family and colleagues. </description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1677615340630852</link><guid>news1677615340630852</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Watch commission meetings online</title><pubDate>2023-02-01</pubDate><category>Communications and Customer Experience</category><description>Watch live or archived commission meetings.</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news14714618926905</link><guid>news14714618926905</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" 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Appraiser</category><description>If you are aware of anyone who is claiming an exemption on a property that they are not permanently residing in, report the suspected fraud. </description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1471462444180513</link><guid>news1471462444180513</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Free access to the arts for Miami-Dade County's senior residents</title><pubDate>2023-01-13</pubDate><category>Cultural Affairs</category><description>The Golden Ticket arts guide provides free cultural offerings for Miami-Dade County senior residents, from ages 62 years and older.</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1635199227517520</link><guid>news1635199227517520</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Charge your electric vehicle downtown </title><pubDate>2022-12-29</pubDate><category>Regulatory and Economic Resources</category><description>Miami-Dade County's partnership with OBE Power is providing electric vehicle (EV) charging as a service to parking patrons at key locations throughout the County's public garages in Downtown Miami.</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1632751979646596</link><guid>news1632751979646596</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Climate Action Strategy draft and Biscayne Bay Report Card released</title><pubDate>2022-12-17</pubDate><category>Regulatory and Economic Resources</category><description>On Earth Day, Miami-Dade County released the Climate Action Strategy draft report and 2021 Biscayne Bay Report Card, important efforts to address our community’s environment and future.</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1619114646422344</link><guid>news1619114646422344</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" 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Clark Government Centerwere able to save the life of Tony Quintero, an aviation department official, after he suffered a heart attack and stopped breathing.</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1671234646784493</link><guid>news1671234646784493</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>Volunteer to restore endangered lands</title><pubDate>2022-12-08</pubDate><category>Regulatory and Economic Resources</category><description>Help clean environmentally-endangered lands and bring them back to life. Collectively, we can make Miami-Dade County greener.</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1569269286302910</link><guid>news1569269286302910</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>A Dream Deferred, But Not Dashed, MDPD Officer in Training to Return to Professional Tennis Rankings</title><pubDate>2022-12-02</pubDate><category>Miami-Dade Police Department</category><description>Lawrence Gunn Jr. is a 43-year-old police officer who was once a professional tennis player. He is now hoping to make a comeback by getting a wildcard entry in the Miami Open in Mar. 2023 and is determined to show others that it is never too late to pursue their dreams.</description><link>https://www.miamidade.gov/global/news-item.page?Mduid_news=news1670016759274799</link><guid>news1670016759274799</guid></item><item xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:hh="http://www.hannonhill.com/XSL/Functions" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:xalan="http://xml.apache.org/xalan"><title>New Tamiami Station open for service </title><pubDate>2022-11-16</pubDate><category>Transportation &amp; Public Works</category><description>The facility, located at 14710 SW 8th Street, will provide service for the new 837 Express Bus route. 
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