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FIU Baseball Stadium Event Calendar
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West Miami City Hall Closed for Juneteenth
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Miami-Dade County Office of The Tax Collector - Pay Taxes
Welcome to the Office of Tax Collector Dariel Fernandez. The mission statement is 'Putting people first by delivering exceptional service with accountability, innovation, and integrity.' The office has distributed $9,731,180,076.64 to date. Key Updates and Announcements: TConnect Mobile Office Schedule: The Miami-Dade County Tax Collector's TConnect Mobile Office is visiting several communities this week, continuing efforts to make essential services more accessible by meeting residents where they are. GEICO Insurance Reporting Issue: Tax Collector Dariel Fernandez is informing residents of a GEICO insurance reporting issue identified by the Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) that may affect certain Florida drivers and risk license suspension. SAFE Vehicle Registration Designation: Tax Collector Dariel Fernandez and Sheriff Rosie Cordero Stutz announced the SAFE designation for vehicle registrations, a new initiative to help first responders better assist residents with certain medical or developmental conditions during emergencies. REAL ID and TSA Fee: Beginning February 1, travelers arriving at airport security checkpoints without a REAL ID or an accepted alternative form of identification are now required to pay a $45 Transportation Security Administration (TSA) ConfirmID fee. Disabled Parking Permits Crackdown: The Miami-Dade County Tax Collector's Office is providing an updated status report on the countywide audit of Disabled Person Parking Permits. America 250 License Plate: As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary on July 4, 2026, Florida motorists now have a new way to participate. The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles has announced the release of the America 250 commemorative license plate. Scam Alerts: Residents are advised to stay informed about ongoing text and phone scams targeting Miami-Dade residents, particularly fraudulent messages demanding tax, toll, or traffic ticket payments. Services Offered Online: - Registration Renewal - Property Tax Payment - Business Tax Payment - Electronic Title Access and Management - Specialty License Plates - Specialty Plate Voucher - Self-Serve Kiosks at five Publix locations - Driver Licenses and ID Cards - Fishing and Hunting Licenses - Real Estate Tax Payments - Tax Certificate Sales - Local Business Tax Receipt - Tangible Personal Property Taxes Kids Tag Art Contest: Kids Tag Art (KTA) is an educational fundraising project that benefits visual arts programs in public elementary schools. About the Tax Collector: The Honorable Dariel Fernandez was elected on November 5, 2024, as the Miami-Dade County Tax Collector. He is committed to modernizing services, reducing bureaucracy, and serving the community with transparency and efficiency.
Manage Your Water & Sewer Account
Your Water and Sewer Account - Manage Your Water & Sewer Account Important Message For the convenience of Miami-Dade Water and Sewer Department (WASD) customers, credit cards are a permitted method to pay your retail water and sewer bill. As of April 29, a new fee structure will become effective for customers who use credit cards. ACI Worldwide is the independent service provider that processes credit card transactions on behalf of the department. Residential customers are charged a $3.95 service fee per credit card transaction, with a cap of $5,000 per transaction. However, users of High-Cost Credit Cards, which may include cards that offer points or are rewards program credit cards, as well as commercial company credit cards will instead be charged a fee of 2.95 percent of the payment amount, with a cap of $5,000 per transaction. You will be notified of the amount of this fee before completing the transaction so you can opt to use a different form of payment. The total amount you are requesting to pay, plus the service fee, will be reflected on your credit card statement. Account Services available online include: Pay your bill, Enroll multiple active accounts under one user name, Stop, transfer and reconnect water service, Enroll in paperless billing, Request a pool credit, Request an underground leak adjustment, Ask for a high water bill investigation, Request a payment extension. Account Features include: View account details, View contact information, Receive messages from the utility, Monitor your water and sewer consumption, Access your paperless billing statements, View your payment history. Water Service: Customers can start water service to home or business by submitting an online request, by telephone or visiting a service center. Customers moving out of Miami-Dade's water service area can request to stop water service online, by telephone or in person. Customers moving from one property to another within the Water and Sewer Department's service area can request to transfer water service. Information about re-connecting to receive water service is available. Billing Adjustments: Customers may receive an adjustment to their bill in cases of: A high bill due to a leak that was concealed underground or behind a wall, A once-a-year pool credit for a swimming pool that is emptied and refilled, An act of vandalism resulting in a high bill (customer must have reported the incident to the police and must verify repairs made to damaged water and sewer fixtures), An over or underestimated reading, An incorrect meter reading. High Water Bill Investigation: The Department routinely investigates the occurrence of a high water bill. The investigation consists of an examination of the water meter and meter box to ensure there are no leaks, and a visual inspection of the exterior of your property to determine the possible causes of the higher consumption. This investigation will be completed at no cost if you have an unusually high bill or your water consumption has increased 50 percent or greater than your average quarterly water consumption. Requests can be made by logging in or creating your miamidade.gov account, emailing, or calling Customer Service at 305-665-7477. Past Due Account & Payment Extensions: Bills are typically sent to customers on a quarterly basis, and are considered past due if payment is not received within 21 days from the billing date. After the 21st day, a 10 percent late fee will be assessed and applied to the account. If payment is not received and an extension is not requested by the bill due date, a final notice will be mailed. If payment is not received within 14 days of the final notice, then the service may become eligible for disconnection. If the service is disconnected and remains unpaid for an additional 7 days, the account will be closed and any available deposits applied to the balance. Requests for an extension of time to pay can be made anytime through your Water and Sewer account login. Note: Two occurrences of returned checks within a year will restrict payment methods to cash, cashier's check or money order for one year and a deposit may also be applied. Automatic Deposit Refund: Customers in good standing will automatically receive a credit to their account for the full deposit amount after 2 years of good payment history or at termination of service. About Us: The department provides water and wastewater services directly to more than 400,000 retail customers and indirectly through wholesale (municipal) utilities. These services include water supply, transmission, treatment, distribution, conservation, wastewater collection, treatment, disposal and water reclamation. Customers can pay their water bill online, through the mail or at any of the three customer service centers or a number of private payment centers located throughout Miami-Dade County.
Pay Taxes
Welcome to the Office of Tax Collector Dariel Fernandez - 'Putting people first by delivering exceptional service with accountability, innovation, and integrity.' The Honorable Dariel Fernandez. TConnect Mobile Office Schedule: Bringing Services to Your Community This Week - The Miami-Dade County Tax Collector's TConnect Mobile Office will be visiting several communities this week, continuing efforts to make essential services more accessible by meeting residents where they are. Miami-Dade Tax Collector Warns GEICO Customers of License Suspension Risk - Tax Collector Dariel Fernandez is informing residents of a GEICO insurance reporting issue identified by the Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) that may affect certain Florida drivers. Tax Collector Dariel Fernandez and Sheriff Rosie Cordero Stutz Announce Implementation of SAFE Vehicle Registration Designation - A new initiative to help first responders better assist residents with certain medical or developmental conditions during emergencies. What Travelers Need to Know About REAL ID and the New TSA Fee - Beginning February 1, travelers arriving at airport security checkpoints without a REAL ID or an accepted alternative form of identification are now required to pay a $45 Transportation Security Administration (TSA) ConfirmID fee. Announces Expanded Countywide Crackdown On Fraudulent Disabled Parking Permits - The Miami-Dade County Tax Collector's Office is providing an updated status report on the countywide audit of Disabled Person Parking Permits. Miami-Dade County Tax Collector Dariel Fernandez Announces Availability of New America 250 License Plate - As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary on July 4, 2026, Florida motorists now have a new way to take part in this historic milestone. The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles has announced the release of the America 250 license plate, a commemorative plate honoring the nation's founding and the upcoming Semiquincentennial celebration. Scam Alerts: Protect Yourself From Fraud - Stay informed about ongoing text and phone scams targeting Miami-Dade residents. Learn how to identify fraudulent messages demanding tax, toll, or traffic ticket payments and how to protect yourself from these threats. Services Offered Online: Registration Renewal, Property Tax, Business Tax, Electronic Title, Specialty License Plates, Specialty Plate Voucher, Self-Serve Kiosks at five Publix locations across Miami-Dade County, and Driver Licenses and ID Cards. Per a constitutional change, the Miami Dade County Office of the Tax Collector is now responsible for the issuance and renewals of Florida driver licenses and identification cards. Additional Services: Fishing & Hunting Licenses, Real Estate Tax Payments, Registration Renewal, Tax Certificate Sales, LBT Tax Receipt, and Tangible Personal Property Taxes. Kids Tag Art (KTA) - An educational fundraising project that benefits visual arts programs in public elementary schools.
Miami-Dade Airport Police Station Calendar Available Online
Airport Police Station Miami-Dade Police Department Calendar Page
Tax Roll Administration
Tax Roll Administration Initial Certification of 2025 Tax Roll In accordance with Section 193.122, Florida Statutes, Public Notice is hereby given that the Board of County Commissioners, upon the request of the Tax Collector, ordered the extension of the 2025 Tax Rolls on September 3rd, 2025. The Property Appraiser, being satisfied that all property is properly taxed, certified the tax rolls on October 15th, 2025. This certification is the initial certification of the entire 2025 Real and Tangible Personal Property Assessment Rolls under Section 193.122(2), Florida Statutes, unadjusted by any changes to be made by the Value Adjustment Board after hearing pending tax appeals for 2025. Final Certification of 2024 Tax Roll In accordance with Section 193.122, Florida Statutes, Public Notice is hereby given that the Property Appraiser has recertified the 2024 Real and Tangible Personal Property Assessment Rolls at the close of business day on June 30th, 2025. This recertification reflects all changes made by the Value Adjustment Board prior to May 30th, 2025, together with any adjustments or changes made by the Property Appraiser. Initial Certification of 2024 Tax Roll In accordance with Section 193.122, Florida Statutes, Public Notice is hereby given that the Board of County Commissioners, upon the request of the Tax Collector, ordered the extension of the 2024 Tax Rolls on September 4, 2024. The Property Appraiser, being satisfied that all property is properly taxed, certified the tax rolls on October 18, 2024. This certification is the initial certification of the entire 2024 Real and Tangible Personal Property Assessment Rolls under Section 193.122(2), Florida Statutes, unadjusted by any changes to be made by the Value Adjustment Board after hearing pending tax appeals for 2024. Final Certification of 2023 Tax Roll In accordance with Section 193.122, Florida Statutes, Public Notice is hereby given that the Property Appraiser has recertified the 2023 Real and Tangible Personal Property Assessment Rolls at the close of business day on June 28, 2024. This recertification reflects all changes made by the Value Adjustment Board prior to May 29, 2024, together with any adjustments or changes made by the Property Appraiser. Initial Certification of 2023 Tax Roll In accordance with Section 193.122, Florida Statutes, Public Notice is hereby given that the Board of County Commissioners, upon the request of the Tax Collector, ordered the extension of the 2023 Tax Rolls on July 6, 2023. Being satisfied that all property is properly taxed, the Property Appraiser certified the tax rolls on Oct. 17, 2023. This certification is the initial certification on the entire 2023 Real and Tangible Personal Property Assessment Rolls under Section 193.122(2), Florida Statutes, unadjusted by any changes to be made by the Value Adjustment Board after hearing pending tax appeals for 2023. Final Certification of 2022 Tax Roll In accordance with Section 193.122, Florida Statutes, Public Notice is hereby given that the Property Appraiser has recertified the 2022 Real and Tangible Personal Property Assessment Rolls at the close of business day on June 26, 2023. This recertification reflects all changes made by the Value Adjustment Board prior to May 23, 2023, together with any adjustments or changes made by the Property Appraiser. Initial Certification of 2022 Tax Roll In accordance with Section 193.122, Florida Statutes, Public Notice is hereby given that the Board of County Commissioners, upon the request of the Tax Collector, ordered the extension of the 2022 Tax Rolls on September 1, 2022. The Property Appraiser, being satisfied that all property is properly taxed, certified the tax rolls on October 20, 2022. This certification is the initial certification on the entire 2022 Real and Tangible Personal Property Assessment Rolls under Section 193.122(2), Florida Statutes, unadjusted by any changes to be made by the Value Adjustment Board after hearing pending tax appeals for 2022.
User Management System - Miami-Dade County District Court
User Management System Registered User User ID / Email Password By logging in, you agree to the Terms and Conditions New Users Benefits of Registration: - Provides upgraded individual access to Court Records as Registered User, Attorney of Record or other Agency user per the Florida Supreme Court Standards for Access to Electronic Court Records and the Access Security Matrix. - Allows an agency to register and identify at least one Gatekeeper per the terms of the Standards for Access to Electronic Court Records. - Supports Agency Gatekeeper and Agency User management. - Supports bookmarking Criminal Court cases by Attorneys and other interested parties. - Supports purchasing and management of Units used in Advanced Searches of Official Records. - Supports management of Parking Fleet information. - Supports user account management options. Start Registration Process: Please enter your email address. This should be the email address to which you will receive notifications from this system. Registration Categories: - Individuals - Attorneys (Attorney Form will be required) - Government Agencies, Law Enforcement, or Other (Agency and/or Gatekeeper Form(s) will be required) User Guide: User Management System
11th Judicial Circuit Court Calendar and Scheduling Resources Available
Family Court Services - Calendar Information. This page is part of the Resource Center for the 11th Judicial Circuit Court serving Miami-Dade and Monroe Counties.
Eleventh Judicial Circuit Judicial Calendar Information Available Online
This page is dedicated to providing judicial calendar information for the Eleventh Judicial Circuit. Users can access individual judge calendars and court scheduling details through this portal.
Miami-Dade Airport Police Station Calendar Available Online
Airport Police Station Miami-Dade Police Department Calendar Page
Tax Roll Administration
Tax Roll Administration Initial Certification of 2025 Tax Roll In accordance with Section 193.122, Florida Statutes, Public Notice is hereby given that the Board of County Commissioners, upon the request of the Tax Collector, ordered the extension of the 2025 Tax Rolls on September 3rd, 2025. The Property Appraiser, being satisfied that all property is properly taxed, certified the tax rolls on October 15th, 2025. This certification is the initial certification of the entire 2025 Real and Tangible Personal Property Assessment Rolls under Section 193.122(2), Florida Statutes, unadjusted by any changes to be made by the Value Adjustment Board after hearing pending tax appeals for 2025. Final Certification of 2024 Tax Roll In accordance with Section 193.122, Florida Statutes, Public Notice is hereby given that the Property Appraiser has recertified the 2024 Real and Tangible Personal Property Assessment Rolls at the close of business day on June 30th, 2025. This recertification reflects all changes made by the Value Adjustment Board prior to May 30th, 2025, together with any adjustments or changes made by the Property Appraiser. Initial Certification of 2024 Tax Roll In accordance with Section 193.122, Florida Statutes, Public Notice is hereby given that the Board of County Commissioners, upon the request of the Tax Collector, ordered the extension of the 2024 Tax Rolls on September 4, 2024. The Property Appraiser, being satisfied that all property is properly taxed, certified the tax rolls on October 18, 2024. This certification is the initial certification of the entire 2024 Real and Tangible Personal Property Assessment Rolls under Section 193.122(2), Florida Statutes, unadjusted by any changes to be made by the Value Adjustment Board after hearing pending tax appeals for 2024. Final Certification of 2023 Tax Roll In accordance with Section 193.122, Florida Statutes, Public Notice is hereby given that the Property Appraiser has recertified the 2023 Real and Tangible Personal Property Assessment Rolls at the close of business day on June 28, 2024. This recertification reflects all changes made by the Value Adjustment Board prior to May 29, 2024, together with any adjustments or changes made by the Property Appraiser. Initial Certification of 2023 Tax Roll In accordance with Section 193.122, Florida Statutes, Public Notice is hereby given that the Board of County Commissioners, upon the request of the Tax Collector, ordered the extension of the 2023 Tax Rolls on July 6, 2023. Being satisfied that all property is properly taxed, the Property Appraiser certified the tax rolls on Oct. 17, 2023. This certification is the initial certification on the entire 2023 Real and Tangible Personal Property Assessment Rolls under Section 193.122(2), Florida Statutes, unadjusted by any changes to be made by the Value Adjustment Board after hearing pending tax appeals for 2023. Final Certification of 2022 Tax Roll In accordance with Section 193.122, Florida Statutes, Public Notice is hereby given that the Property Appraiser has recertified the 2022 Real and Tangible Personal Property Assessment Rolls at the close of business day on June 26, 2023. This recertification reflects all changes made by the Value Adjustment Board prior to May 23, 2023, together with any adjustments or changes made by the Property Appraiser. Initial Certification of 2022 Tax Roll In accordance with Section 193.122, Florida Statutes, Public Notice is hereby given that the Board of County Commissioners, upon the request of the Tax Collector, ordered the extension of the 2022 Tax Rolls on September 1, 2022. The Property Appraiser, being satisfied that all property is properly taxed, certified the tax rolls on October 20, 2022. This certification is the initial certification on the entire 2022 Real and Tangible Personal Property Assessment Rolls under Section 193.122(2), Florida Statutes, unadjusted by any changes to be made by the Value Adjustment Board after hearing pending tax appeals for 2022.
Eleventh Judicial Circuit Judicial Calendar Information Available Online
This page is dedicated to providing judicial calendar information for the Eleventh Judicial Circuit. Users can access individual judge calendars and court scheduling details through this portal.
11th Judicial Circuit Court Calendar and Scheduling Resources Available
Family Court Services - Calendar Information. This page is part of the Resource Center for the 11th Judicial Circuit Court serving Miami-Dade and Monroe Counties.
User Management System - Miami-Dade County District Court
User Management System Registered User User ID / Email Password By logging in, you agree to the Terms and Conditions New Users Benefits of Registration: - Provides upgraded individual access to Court Records as Registered User, Attorney of Record or other Agency user per the Florida Supreme Court Standards for Access to Electronic Court Records and the Access Security Matrix. - Allows an agency to register and identify at least one Gatekeeper per the terms of the Standards for Access to Electronic Court Records. - Supports Agency Gatekeeper and Agency User management. - Supports bookmarking Criminal Court cases by Attorneys and other interested parties. - Supports purchasing and management of Units used in Advanced Searches of Official Records. - Supports management of Parking Fleet information. - Supports user account management options. Start Registration Process: Please enter your email address. This should be the email address to which you will receive notifications from this system. Registration Categories: - Individuals - Attorneys (Attorney Form will be required) - Government Agencies, Law Enforcement, or Other (Agency and/or Gatekeeper Form(s) will be required) User Guide: User Management System
Water Division
The West Miami Water and Sewer Department is committed to serving the needs of residents, businesses, and visitors by providing high-quality drinking water and wastewater disposal services while providing for future economic growth via progressive planning; implementing water conservation measures; safeguarding public health and the environment; and providing for continuous process improvements and cost efficiencies. Every day, the Water & Sewer Department manages the flow and treatment of hundreds of thousands of gallons of water.
Hosford Telogia VFD to Host Annual Fish Fry on April 27th
"ANNUAL FISH FRY Saturday April 27th from 11am to 2pm Come join us for some good ole Fried Fish with all the fixings! Proceeds go to the Volunteer Fire Department!"
City Council Workshop
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Hospice Supports Family Room at Calhoun Liberty Hospital
" Calhoun Liberty Hospital has received a $10,000 contribution from Emerald Coast Hospice to support the furnishing and enhancement of the Family Reflection Room in the new facility. This space offers families a private, comfortable place for conversations, quiet moments, or a pause during a loved one’s care. Emerald Coast Hospice provides hospice and palliative services across the region, offering medical, emotional, and spiritual support for individuals and families facing advanced illness. Chief Nursing Officer Rachel Messervy, MSN, noted the importance of having a quiet, comforting space for families. “Care extends beyond the bedside, and families need moments to gather themselves and make decisions. This room supports that, and we are grateful for partners who share that commitment to our community,” she said. The post Emerald Coast Hospice Supports New Family Reflection Room appeared first on Calhoun Liberty Hospital | Blountstown, FL."
Gretna City Commission Meeting Announced
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Joint Special Meeting Notice
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2026 Diabetes Treatment Updates for Individuals with I/DD
The Successful DON Part 3: Potential Additional Roles of the DON
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