 Miami's explosive population growth in recent years has been driven by internal migration from other parts of the country as well as by immigration. Greater Miami is regarded as a cultural melting pot, heavily influenced both by its very large population of ethnic Latin Americans and Caribbean islanders (many of them Spanish- or Haitian Creole-speaking).
The region's importance as an international financial and cultural center has elevated Miami to the status of world city; because of its cultural and linguistic ties to North, South, and Central America, and the Caribbean it is sometimes called "The Gateway of the Americas." .(Information provided by Wikipedia .)
If you are looking at visiting, Miami certainly offers the best to its visitors.
Whether you are looking at relocating, visiting this awesome city, or enjoying your community, Connecting Miami is here to aid in locating all the area has to offer! |
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It is Earth Day Every Day, this Month in the City of Miami |
For Immediate Release
April 1, 2009
It’s Earth Day Every Day, this Month in the City of Miami
(Miami, FL) Mayor Diaz and the City of Miami are celebrating Earth Day throughout the Month of April this year, with free events and volunteer opportunities for the whole family. From community gardens in Liberty City to a Green Fair at Bayfront Park, from an Arbor Day tree planting in Little Haiti to Bike Miami Days in Coconut Grove, residents and visitors to the City of Miami are invited to “Go Green”.
“This month presents a great opportunity for Miami residents to become educated in ways that they can be more involved in helping their environment,” said Mayor Manny Diaz. “Is is our responsibility to take care of the Earth and to leave behind a better planet for our children and grandchildren.”
Earth Day is celebrated around the world on April 22. Since 1970, this annual event has brought people together and renewed their commitment to a safer, healthier and cleaner planet. The City of Miami invites residents and neighbors to Earth Month events providing educational, volunteer and entertainment activities for the whole family.
Here’s how individuals, businesses and organizations can participate in Earth Day 2009:
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City Commission Unamimously Supports Complete Streets Program |
For Immediate Distribution
March 13, 2009
Contact: Helena Poleo
Phone: 305-250-5300
City Commission Unamimously Supports "Complete Streets" Program
Miami, FL – The City Commission unanimously approved a resolution establishing a “Complete Streets Program” in the City of Miami. Complete streets are designed and operated to enable safe access for all users so that pedestrians, bicyclists, motorists and bus riders of all ages and abilities. They are defined by the National Complete Streets Coalition, a national non-profit partnership of such diverse groups as the AARP, the National Association of Realtors, the American Association of People with Disabilities, the National Center for Bicycling and Walking and the American Planning Association.
“Rates of childhood obesity have tripled in recent years, due in large part to the lack of a pedestrian infrastructure,” said Mayor Manny Diaz. “In opening streets to multiple modes of transportation, we are enabling a more active lifestyle by providing the option to get out of cars.”
Complete streets benefit communities in numerous ways: they are safer and less costly in the long run; they spur economic development and ease congestion; and by providing safe, convenient alternatives to driving, complete streets |
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