The Miami Foundation

Our Miami-Dade County Commissioners are the governing body of unincorporated Miami-Dade County and have broad, regional powers to establish policies for Miami-Dade County services. Simply put, commissioners play a key role in helping to shape our community into what we want it to be.  Get ready for tomorrow’s District 11 candidate forum! 🗳️ The elected District 11 Commissioner will represent the residents of Country Walk, Hammocks, Kendale Lakes, Bent Tree, and Lakes of the Meadows. Engage with the two candidates running this year and learn about their plans for our community to inform your vote in August. Your participation is crucial! 🌟 Remember - Your vote is your voice! Register to attend the online forum: https://lnkd.in/gJ_AXP83 #VoteMiami  #District11  #CivicEngagement Liz Rebecca Alarcón, Pulso

Tonight at 7 PM, join us for an exciting online forum with the candidates for County Tax Collector, moderated by Martin Vassolo from Axios! 🗳️ Hear from the candidates directly and understand their vision for our community. 🏘️ Be informed, be engaged! 📢 It’s not too late to register: https://lnkd.in/gJ_AXP83 📅

📢Tonight at 7 PM, the candidates running for County Commission District 3 will join our online forum moderated by Janey Tate of Hy-Lo News! Join us to hear from the candidates and understand their vision for our community. Be informed, be engaged! It’s not too late to register to attend: https://lnkd.in/gJ_AXP83 #VoteMiami #District03 #CivicEngagement

If you live in Liberty City, Little Haiti, Overtown, the Upper East Side, Edgewater, Buena Vista, Allapattah, Wynwood, San Marco Island in the City of Miami, Brownsville, Biscayne Shores Park, the Village of El Portal, or the Village of Miami Shores, tomorrow is the day! Join us for our District 3 online candidate forum this Tuesday to learn about the candidates for these roles and decide who best aligns with your goals and priorities. Please register to attend at our VoteMiami website: votemiami.org/watch/ Your participation in local elections is one significant way to influence everyday life in Greater Miami. Remember - your vote is your voice! 📣 🌟 #VoteMiami #CivicEngagement Janey Tate, Hy-Lo News

📢 Your vote is local elections is a powerful tool. It helps to shape the Miami we want. Get to know the candidates before heading to the ballot box by joining our Vote Miami candidate forums. This week, we're gearing up for the following forums: July 23- County Commission, District 3 July 24- County Tax Collector July 25- County Commission, District 11 We hope you’ll join us! Register for a forum at https://lnkd.in/gJ_AXP83.

This week, The Miami Foundation team focused on the importance of civic engagement by hosting our Vote Miami online candidate forums. 🗳️ So far, our forums have provided the chance for Greater Miami to get to know this year’s candidates for Property Appraiser, Supervisor of Elections, and District 7 Commissioner.  Next week, you have the opportunity to get to know the candidates for District 3 Commissioner, District 11 Commissioner, and County Tax Collector. As we continue championing civic engagement, we encourage you to join us for our next forums, and spread the word so others will attend, too. Our vote is our voice. Participation in local elections is what most influences everyday life in Greater Miami, and knowledge is critical to making informed decisions at the polls. 🌴❤️ Register for future forums here: https://lnkd.in/gJ_AXP83

📢 Your vote is local elections is a powerful tool. It helps to shape the Miami we want. Get to know the candidates before heading to the ballot box by joining our Vote Miami candidate forums. This week, we're gearing up for the following forums: July 23- County Commission, District 3 July 24- County Tax Collector July 25- County Commission, District 11 We hope you’ll join us! Register for a forum at https://lnkd.in/gJ_AXP83.

🚨 Tomorrow - July 22 - is your last chance to register for the primary election! 🗳️ Don't miss out—Your vote is your voice. Register now so that you can vote for the local candidates you believe will help us build a greater Miami. Visit Vote Miami to learn how to register: https://lnkd.in/eBestf8z #VoteMiami  #YourVoteMatters #ThrivingGreaterMiami

📰 ICYMI, Dale R. Anglin, Director of Press Forward, delved into our strides and future strategies for bolstering local community news. The Press Forward coalition has grown threefold to 62 funders, aiming for $100 million by September. Spanning 25 chapters nationwide, we're amplifying our influence in fortifying local journalism. Don't just take our word for it—dive into her insightful blog here: https://lnkd.in/esPY5aug

🌟 Tonight at 7 PM: Join us for the District 07 forum moderated by Martin Vassolo of Axios Miami! The elected District 7 Commissioner represents Key Biscayne, part of Brickell, Coconut Grove, Coral Gables, South Miami, Pinecrest, and Kendall. While you can attend tonight’s forum virtually by registering at Vote Miami (https://lnkd.in/gJ_AXP83), did you know you also have the option to watch the forums with others? The CLEO Institute is hosting a watch partner tonight! Watch parties are a fantastic way to come together, share insights, and get informed about the candidates who will shape Greater Miami’s future. Hosted by: The CLEO Institute - Gen Cleo Action Group (Students from FIU, UM, MDC) 📅 Date: Thursday, July 18th, 2024 🏢 Location: 2103 Coral Way, 2nd floor, Miami, FL 33145 🕡 Time: 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM 🍽️ Food will be provided 👉 Link to RSVP: https://lnkd.in/eqwHvkQh 🏙️ Remember: Your vote is your voice. Hear from the candidates, get informed, be engaged! Let’s make a difference together and show the power of our community. 🌟