Cultivating Connection: The Journey of Our Residents’ Academy Published on April 02, 2026 At the May 2019 Commission meeting, I proposed the idea of a Residents’ Academy. At the time, Mayor Scholl encouraged me to work with staff to gauge public interest in such a program. Tagged as: , Elected Officials, Jeniffer Viscarra
Inside the City’s Budget: Responsible Planning for Our Community Published on April 02, 2026 It is my great pleasure to share this special update on our City's Annual Budget Process, which is an exemplary example of the smart, responsible stewardship that keeps Sunny Isles Beach the vibrant, safe, and beautiful home we all love. Tagged as: , Elected Officials, Larisa Svechin
City's Police Department Achieves Certified Autism Center™ Designation Published on April 01, 2026 The International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES) has designated the Sunny Isles Beach Police Department and Ocean Rescue Division as a Certified Autism Center™ Tagged as: , Media Releases
City Adopts Ordinance Restricting Motorized Scooter Use to 16 & Up Published on March 31, 2026 The Sunny Isles Beach City Commission has approved an ordinance strengthening the safety regulations relating to motorized scooter use across the City. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Game On: IPAL Launches in Sunny Isles Beach and Aventura Published on March 02, 2026 Finally.... The cities of Aventura and Sunny Isles Beach have launched the Intracoastal Police Athletic League (IPAL), a collaborative initiative designed to offer local youth enriching athletic and leadership opportunities. Tagged as: , Announcements, Jeniffer Viscarra
City Commission Advances New Motorized Scooter Regulations Published on March 02, 2026 The City Commission has taken the first step toward changing how motorized scooters are regulated across the City. Tagged as: , Announcements
Sunny Isles Beach Residents' Academy Returns Published on February 02, 2026 I am happy to announce that the SIB Residents’ Academy is back! Over the course of seven weekly sessions, starting on Wednesday, February 4, and running through March 18, participants will interact with our guest speakers and learn about the city’s different departments, operations, elections, and more. Tagged as: , Elected Officials, Jeniffer Viscarra
State of the City 2026 Published on January 27, 2026 It is my honor to deliver our State of the City address, as required by our City Charter. As we enter our 29th year, I would like to reflect on the accomplishments of 2025 and look ahead to the progress we look to make in 2026. Tagged as: , Elected Officials, Larisa Svechin
City Manager's 2025 Annual Report Published on January 12, 2026 I am pleased to present the City of Sunny Isles Beach Annual Report for 2025. This report shares a few highlights from the past year, offering statistics and insight into city projects and initiatives. Tagged as: , Message from the City Manager
City of Sunny Isles Beach Building Department Announces Accreditation Published on January 08, 2026 The City of Sunny Isles Beach is proud to announce its Building Department has achieved accreditation from the International Accreditation Service (IAS). Tagged as: , Announcements