Clarifying Density and Land Use in City’s Comprehensive Plan Published on August 04, 2025 In our June commission meeting, we discussed text amendments to the existing Comprehensive Plan. Tagged as: , Media Releases, Jeniffer Viscarra
Commissioner Jeniffer Viscarra Honored with 2025 Home Rule Hero Award Published on May 19, 2025 The Florida League of Cities (FLC), which represents and advocates for municipalities across the state, has named Sunny Isles Beach Commissioner Jeniffer Viscarra a 2025 Home Rule Hero in recognition of her efforts during this year’s state legislative session. Tagged as: , Elected Officials, Jeniffer Viscarra
“Poetry is an echo, asking a shadow to dance” -- Carl Sandburg Published on May 01, 2025 I love literature -- poetry in particular -- for its power to poignantly reflect the human experience. Tagged as: , Elected Officials, Jeniffer Viscarra
Piggybacking: A Smart Procurement Strategy for Sunny Isles Beach Published on April 01, 2025 If you watch our Commission meetings, you may have heard the term “piggybacking.” Piggybacking allows Sunny Isles Beach to use another government agency’s contract for a product or service, “borrowing” the same terms without repeating the lengthy bidding process. Tagged as: , Elected Officials, Jeniffer Viscarra
Celebrating Women’s History Month Published on March 01, 2025 Women’s History Month, celebrated every March, invitesus to reflect on the struggles and triumphs of women whopaved a better path for the rest of us. Tagged as: , Jeniffer Viscarra
National League of Cities Appointment for Commissioner Viscarra Published on February 04, 2025 Commissioner Jeniffer Viscarra has been appointed to the National League of Cities (NLC) 2025 Small Cities Council. Commissioner Viscarra was elected to a one-year term to develop and guide programs among local elected officials from similar communities. The appointment was announced by NLC President Steve Patterson, Mayor of Athens, Ohio. Tagged as: , Announcements, Elected Officials, Jeniffer Viscarra
Engage in Civic Leadership: Sunny Isles Beach Residents' Academy Published on January 30, 2025 I am happy to announce that the SIB Residents’ Academy isback! Tagged as: , Elected Officials, Events & Activities, Jeniffer Viscarra
A Powerful Tribute to Resilience and Reflection Published on November 04, 2024 Last month, the City of Sunny Isles Beach had the honor ofpartnering with Miami-based artist Luli Sulichin to presenttwo powerful and immersive art installations—SaltwaterTears and Caged Pacifiers. Tagged as: , Elected Officials, Jeniffer Viscarra
Legislative Insights: What Happened and What We Can Expect Published on September 02, 2024 I strongly believe that helping people feel seen, included, andinformed contributes significantly to the strengthening of acommunity. Tagged as: , Elected Officials, Jeniffer Viscarra
Hurricane Season: The Time to Get Ready is Now Published on July 05, 2024 According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), the 2024 hurricane season (June 1 – November 30) promises above-normal activity in the Atlantic. Tagged as: , Elected Officials, Jeniffer Viscarra