Miami-Dade Office of Resilience

We are proud to announce that Loren Parra has been officially appointed as Director of the Department of Environmental Resources Management (DERM).

As Miami-Dade County’s former Chief Resilience Officer and Chief Bay & Water Resources Officer, she has led critical efforts to restore Biscayne Bay, increase resilience funding, and protect our drinking water supply and natural resources.

Under her leadership, the newly independent DERM will work to create smart policy and meaningful investments to safeguard Miami-Dade’s air, land, and water, for generations to come.

This week, members of our team were honored to speak at and attend the University of Miamis event to kick off the first ever .

Happy Valentine’s Day from the Miami-Dade County Office of Resilience! 💙

Send these to your Biscayne bae or bestie. 💌

🌊 Nearly 3,000 people have signed up for a FREE Biscayne Bay specialty license plate voucher—have you?

🔹 If you haven’t signed up yet, this is your chance! Once we hit 3,000 sign-ups, vouchers will no longer be available. Secure yours today and support Biscayne Bay!

🔗 Get your license plate voucher here: miamidade.gov/mybayplate

🔹 Already signed up? Thank you! Your next step is to redeem your voucher at the tax collector’s office once the plates are manufactured—stay tuned for further updates!

IT’S GETTING HOT IN HERE, VALENTINE. 🌡️🔥 Above-average heat this week—take precautions!👇

The heat is ON in Miami-Dade, with feels-like temps climbing into the 90s and possibly higher in inland areas over the next few days. Above-average temperatures may affect individuals who are sensitive to heat.

If you’re sensitive to heat (or have pets), take steps to stay safe:

✅ Drink plenty of to stay hydrated
✅ Limit outdoor activities, especially midday
✅ Wear light, breathable clothing and sunscreen
✅ Never leave kids or pets in parked cars—even for a minute
✅ Protect pet paws when walking on hot surfaces
✅ Check on elderly neighbors and those without AC

Remember, direct sun exposure can add up to 15°F—so plan ahead and stay cool!

We are so close to getting the Biscayne Bay specialty license plate into statewide circulation! Sign up for a FREE voucher using the link below! 🌊🌊🌊

Show your love for Biscayne Bay. Pre-order and get your free voucher today. residents can help get the specialty license plate into statewide circulation. http://miamidade.gov/mybayplate Department of Regulatory and Economic Resources