Public Notice: Cold Weather Advisory and Civic Workshop Schedule for Feb. 2, 2026

Cold Weather Advisory: Health and Safety Protocols

The National Weather Service has issued a cold weather advisory for Monday, February 2, 2026, as a rare cold snap impacts the South Florida region. Residents are advised to dress in multiple layers and use hats, gloves, and scarves to mitigate the risk of hypothermia during outdoor activities. Miami-Dade County Public Schools have requested that parents ensure all students are properly bundled for the school day. Additionally, Miami-Dade Animal Services has initiated emergency protection protocols, moving over 100 vulnerable animals to indoor facilities or foster care. Residents in the Redland and agricultural zones are encouraged to cover sensitive tropical plants as temperatures are expected to dip near freezing levels overnight.

Civic Engagement: Partnering for Progress Workshop

District 2 Commissioner Damian Pardo is hosting the second edition of the "Partnering for Progress" series today, February 2. This interactive civic workshop is designed to help residents engage more effectively with local government and navigate public advocacy processes. The session provides tools for community members to advocate for neighborhood improvements and understand the legislative structure of the City Commission. The workshop aims to bridge the gap between resident concerns and official city policy through direct education and collaborative problem-solving.

Miami Springs: Special Council Meeting Notice

The Miami Springs City Council has convened a Special Meeting for Monday, February 2, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. The meeting will take place at the Community Center located at 1401 Westward Drive. The primary agenda item is the discussion of special election procedures and the finalized ballot language for upcoming Charter Amendments. This session is open to the public under Florida’s Government-in-the-Sunshine Law, and residents are invited to provide testimony regarding the proposed charter changes.

Community Programs and Health Services

The City of Miami officially reopens the Senior Rental Assistance Program (SRAP) for new applications starting today. This program, providing financial relief to qualifying elderly residents, will accept applications through February 20, 2026. Simultaneously, a public health initiative is underway in Homestead. In partnership with the University of Miami Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, a free cancer screening event is being held today at the Homestead Police Athletic League (600 SW 14th Avenue) from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Services include blood pressure checks, BMI assessments, and education on early detection via the "Game Changer" mobile health unit.

Regulatory Update: Florida Driver’s License Examinations

The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles has issued a final notice regarding a significant change in testing procedures. Effective Friday, February 6, 2026, all driver’s license knowledge and skills exams will be administered exclusively in English. This mandate applies to all driver classifications and oral examinations. Residents currently utilizing translation services or preparing for exams in Spanish or Haitian Creole are advised to take note of this deadline as the statewide system transition begins this week.