viernes, 26 de febrero de 2021

Mensaje del Alcalde: COVID-19 - 26 de febrero

 

Durante el próximo mes incluiré actualizaciones de Spring Break ya que se espera que las próximas semanas sean las más activas y desafiantes.

Hemos implementado nuestros esfuerzos policiales mejorados. Más policías en nuestras calles, calzadas y vías fluviales. Con cero tolerancia.

En un período de 18 días a principios de este mes, realizamos 397 arrestos. Que es un montón para cualquier ciudad especialmente una de nuestro tamaño. Muchos son por ordenanzas municipales como beber en público, pero casi la mitad son por delitos graves. Hemos incautado decenas de armas de fuego, a menudo debido a paradas de coches que desencadenaron nuestros lectores de placas debido a órdenes pendientes. También hemos parado media docena de barcos por violaciones. Además, hemos realizado 2,400 multas de tráfico en el mismo período, y cerramos un negocio de alquiler de motos. Estamos tratando de dejar claro que si vienes aquí debes obedecer las reglas.

Desafortunadamente, nuestra ciudad se ha convertido en un imán para personas de todas partes del estado y más allá. Demasiadas personas que buscan comportarse mal. Vuelos baratos desde cualquier lugar, habitaciones con descuento lo hacen fácil. El hecho de que sus lugares de origen sean demasiado fríos o no tan abiertos como la Florida nos ha convertido en el destino de elección. De los casi 400 arrestos que hicimos, el 90% de los arrestados eran de personas que vienen de otras ciudades.

Entonces, esto se convierte en parte del desafío. Todos los días llega aquí un nuevo grupo de decenas de miles o más buscando festejar. Creyendo que a nosotros no nos importa el virus. ¿Cómo hacemos correr la voz de que este no es ese lugar ? He tratado de que la gente sepa en términos inequívocos qué esperar si vienen aquí con ese objetivo. Hacerles saber que deben quedarse en casa o buscar otro destino. Y estamos utilizando agresivamente las redes sociales para apuntar específicamente a aquellos en edades clave demográficas. Si alguien de una de esas edades visita sitios de viajes hoy, como Expedia, obtendrá mensajes sobre nuestros niveles de tolerancia y las reglas. El punto es que, por difícil que sea ​​esta tarea, estamos intentando todo para transmitir el mensaje. No venga aquí con el objetivo de no seguir las reglas. Serás arrestado. Me gustaría agradecer a nuestros policías por sus esfuerzos, ya que nada de esto es fácil o aceptable. 

Y, aun así, estamos en medio de una pandemia que parece haber sido olvidada por demasiados. Desde el lunes, el Departamento de Salud del Estado informó 79 muertes solo en nuestro condado. Y las cifras confirman que, aunque hemos superado el aumento que ocurrió en la época de fiestas, demasiadas personas continúan enfermándose o empeorando todos los días. Las nuevas infecciones diarias de nuestro condado se han estabilizado a un alto nivel. Y hoy todavía tenemos demasiados enfermos en nuestros hospitales y en ventiladores médicos.

Y, además, la variante británica también ha encontrado un hogar en nuestro condado.
En cuanto a las vacunas, parece que vienen más y se abren más opciones.

Aproximadamente una cuarta parte de las personas mayores de nuestro condado han recibido ambas dosis. Todavía estamos a la zaga de otros condados y del estado, pero estamos progresando. Pronto el gobernador declarará elegibles a otros grupos de población, incluyendo, con suerte, a los maestros. Los esfuerzos de vacunación de nuestra ciudad continuarán ahora estamos proporcionando aproximadamente 1,000 vacunas a la semana.

Están sucediendo muchas cosas. Sinceramente, demasiado. Pero lo superaremos. Entonces, como siempre, gracias por tu calma, definitivamente tu paciencia y sacrificio. Mantente saludable y principalmente en casa.

Dan.

jueves, 25 de febrero de 2021

City of Miami Beach Update on COVID-19, 2/25

 

Thursday, February 25, 2021
The Interim City Manager has extended the city’s State of Emergency Declaration and Emergency Measures through March 3, 2021.

We continue to provide our residents and businesses with the latest updates from the City of Miami Beach during the COVID-19 pandemic. Read the latest news and updates below.
COVID-19 Updates
CVS Health Announced 67 Vaccination Site Locations in Miami-Dade County
Appointments for vaccinations at select CVS Pharmacy y más and Navarro Discount Pharmacy locations have become available for booking this week as stores receive shipments of vaccine.

Patients must register in advance at CVS.com or through the CVS Pharmacy app, and people without online access can contact CVS customer service: 800.746.7287. Walk-in vaccinations without an appointment will not be provided.
 
The Navarro Discount Pharmacy in Miami Beach is located at 631 71 Street, Miami Beach, FL 33141.
COVID-19 Testing
Drive-thru and walk-up COVID-19 testing continues on 17 Street and Convention Center Drive. We encourage you to pre-register for the walk-up site by clicking here or make your appointment for the drive-thru site here.

Visit our 'Testing' tab to view detailed testing information.

COVID-19 Vaccines
Miami-Dade County continues to work with hospital and healthcare partners to vaccinate members of our community against COVID-19 as quickly and efficiently as possible.

Appointments can be made through a scheduling tool, as more vaccines become available, at miamidade.gov/vaccine. The website is also available in Spanish at miamidade.gov/vacuna

For updated information about where vaccines are currently available and to answer frequently asked questions about the vaccine, please click here. Visit our 'Vaccine' tab to view additional vaccine information.

What to Expect After Getting a COVID-19 Vaccine
Click here to learn more on what you can expect post vaccination and some helpful tips.
South Beach Food Distribution
Commissioner David Richardson's office will host their weekly food distribution in South Beach on Saturday, February 27.

Saturday, February 27
9 AM - 11 AM
2100 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach, FL

The food distribution is on a first come, first serve basis while supplies last. Please remain in your car and open the trunk when it's your turn in line.

If you do not have a car and would like to qualify for food assistance, please call or register online. Phone: 305.604.CITY (2489) or www.miamibeachfl.gov/food
General City Updates
Virtual Sustainachella
Join us for a workshop led by the Pelican Harbor Seabird Station on how to safely handle injured wildlife tomorrow, February 26.

Learn about the most common injuries and what the community can do to prevent them. 
 
Friday, February 26
12 PM - 1 PM

Register today to obtains access to the Zoom meeting here.
Household Hazardous Waste Drop-Off & Paper Shred-a-Thon
Need to safely dispose your household hazardous chemicals and waste? Piles of paper and old mail stacking up? Help protect the environment and keep your home safe. Bring your used oil, fertilizers, old paint, insecticides, batteries, electronics, piles of paper and more!

Sunday, February 28
8 AM - 3 PM
40 Street and Chase Avenue (Behind the bank)

For a full list of accepted items, please visit www.mbrisingabove.com/hhw

**Due to limited capacity, the shredding truck will leave the site once it is full and will NOT operate in the rain to ensure the safety of staff.**
Artisan Food Market on Lincoln Road
Come and stroll in the sunshine while you savor some of South Florida's favorite bites all in one place - Lincoln Road.

The South Beach Wine and Food Festival will once again host a market this weekend to showcase and support small, local culinary businesses!

Sunday, February 28
11 AM to 2 PM
Located on Michigan Avenue between
Lincoln Lane North and Lincoln Lane South

Click here to view the full line-up of participating businesses.
Black History Month with #MBParks
The Black History Month celebrations continue as we recognizing the heritage, accomplishments and culture of African Americans through virtual activities during this month. Click here to view all upcoming activities.

Each Sunday during the month of February the Parks and Rec team has been hosting Facebook Live sessions with culinary and historical lessons.

Sunday, February 28
11 AM
Learn about a historic African American individual
Click here to view who we will be discussing.

Enjoy the last free African Dance & Drums class at the North Shore Park Youth Center this Saturday, February 27 at 11 a.m. Register today at register.miamibeachparks.com
Design Review Board Meeting
There will be a Design Review Board Meeting hosted virtually on Tuesday, March 2 at 9 a.m. via Zoom here: https://miamibeachfl-gov.zoom.us/j/82273941924The meeting will be streamed live on MBTV Channel 660 on Atlantic Broadband or 99 on AT&T U-Verse.

How to provide spoken public comment during the meeting: The public may provide spoken comment by dialing telephone 929.205.6099 or 888.475.4499 (toll free).  The Webinar ID is 822 7394 1924. Press *9 to raise a hand to be placed in queue to speak.
Urban Forestry Master Plan Commission Workshop
There will be a Urban Forestry Master Plan Commission Workshop hosted virtually on Tuesday, March 2 at 4 p.m. via Zoom here: https://miamibeachfl-gov.zoom.us/j/89165362419The meeting will be streamed live on MBTV Channel 660 on Atlantic Broadband or 99 on AT&T U-Verse.

How to provide spoken public comment during the meeting: The public may provide spoken comment by dialing telephone 301.715.8592 or 888.475.4499 (toll free).  The Webinar ID is 891 6536 2419. Press *9 to raise a hand to be placed in queue to speak.
Parks & Rec Corner
Get moving with the Miami Beach Parks and Recreation Department with tai chi and pickle ball!

Visit register.miamibeachparks.com and let's create memories together!
Family Cooking Classes
The Miami Beach Parks and Recreation Department in partnership with Common Threads has brought back family cooking classes!

These Sunday classes focus on family participation, healthy ingredient substitutions and convenient cost-saving recipes. Their goal is to teach families how to cook together and incorporate healthy habits at home, while maintaining their existing traditions.

Sessions are on going on select Sundays now through May with two time slots, from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. or 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Scott Rakow Youth Center.

To register, visit register.miamibeachparks.com. Registration is ongoing based on availability, space is limited!
Miami Beach Hall of Fame
The City of Miami Beach has extended the nomination deadline as we seek deserving individuals that have made a lasting and significant impact in our community for the Miami Beach Hall of Fame! The deadline to submit nominations is now Tuesday, March 23, 2021.
 
Nominees come from all walks of life and have made distinguished achievements across a variety of fields, including arts, architecture, design, science, athletics, business, and community leadership.
 
The Miami Beach Hall of Fame is designed to honor up to five distinguished leaders annually in the following categories:
  • Artist/Architect/Designer/Scientist
  • Athlete
  • Business Leader
  • Civic Leader
  • Family Legacy

Click here to download the full application, learn more and submit a local leader today!