Legal Services of Greater Miami staff attorneys Alexis and Blake Wallace walk residents through everything they need to know — from eviction notices and court filings to security deposits and prohibited landlord practices.

Topics covered:

Types of evictions and required notice periods
How to file an answer and motion to determine rent
Florida's rent deposit statute (F.S. 83.60)
Prohibited landlord practices and tenant protections
Security deposit rights and disputes
How to apply for free legal services

📞 Need help? Legal Services of Greater Miami offers free services for eligible residents.

🌐 Apply online or learn more at: lsgmi.org

🕘 Walk-in hours: Mondays & Wednesdays, 9 AM – 12 PM

Dr. Tiffany Emerick and doctoral intern Julio Martin cover:

What mental health really means — and the continuum we all live on
Risk and protective factors unique to South Florida's diverse community.

Learn about programs offered by Miami-Dade's Community Services Department.

Free local resources including 211, 988, WestCare mobile crisis, and NAMI Miami-Dade

Key Resources Mentioned:

📞 211 – Free 24/7 helpline for referrals & navigation

📞 988 – Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

🚨 WestCare – Mobile Crisis Response Team

🤝 NAMI Miami-Dade – Free peer support groups

Did you know nearly 40% of what goes into Miami-Dade's blue recycling carts doesn't belong there? 

Department leaders break down how the county's recycling system works — from curbside pickup to material recovery facilities — and what residents can do to reduce contamination and help turn waste into real value.

Topics covered:

Why recycling matters for landfill space, county revenues, and sustainability
How materials travel from your blue cart to end markets
The #1 contamination problem in Miami-Dade (hint: it's not what you think)
New tools like the Scrapp app | Zero-waste simplified 
How students and residents can be champions for change

♻️ Follow Miami-Dade Solid Waste on Instagram: @miamidadesolidwaste

What's covered:

Resume formatting: chronological, functional & combination styles
How AI screening tools work (and how to beat them)
Interview types: case study, behavioral & group formats
The STAR method for behavioral questions
Netiquette tips for hybrid & remote work
How AI is reshaping the job market — and what it means for you
Free professional development certificates via the EduPower Initiative

📍 Presented by Miami-Dade County Commissioner Raquel Regalado's Office – District 7

Whether you're just starting out, looking to scale, pursuing government contracts, or preparing your business for the next hurricane season — the SBA has tools to help you at every stage, and it won't cost you a dime.

What we cover:

🏢 Resource Partners & Counseling

Get one-on-one guidance from SBDCs (including FIU's nationally ranked center), SCORE mentors, Women's Business Centers, and Veteran Business Outreach Centers. They'll help you build your business plan, prep your financials, and get loan-ready — before you ever walk into a bank.

📋 Government Contracting

The federal government spent $700 billion on goods and services in 2024 alone. Learn about the 8(a) Business Development Program, HUBZone, Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB), and Veteran-Owned certifications — and how APEX Accelerators can help you compete for set-aside contracts at the federal, state, and local levels.

💰 Funding & Loan Programs

The SBA doesn't lend directly — but it guarantees loans through participating banks, helping businesses access capital they might not qualify for otherwise. We walk through the 7(a) program for working capital, the 504 program for real estate and equipment, and microloans for businesses that need smaller amounts to get going. Plus: how to use the Lender Match tool to find the right bank for your needs.

🌀 Disaster Preparedness & Recovery

Living in South Florida, it's not if a hurricane hits — it's when. The SBA's Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program offers low-interest, long-term financing to help businesses survive and recover. Learn what triggers eligibility, what to do before disaster strikes, and how to make sure your business is one of the 75% that reopens.

📧 Questions? Reach out to Eileen directly: alyn.fernandez@sba.gov

🌐 Find local resources: sba.gov/local-assistance

📝 Explore loan options: sba.gov/loans

🏗️ Government contracting info: sba.gov/contracting

🆘 Disaster preparedness: sba.gov/prepare

Too often, the conversation around autism and developmental disabilities focuses on children — but what happens at 22, when school ends and the supports disappear? 

In this webinar, Commissioner Regalado and her guests tackle that question head-on, exploring how adult day programs have evolved far beyond worksheets and coloring books into dynamic, choice-driven environments focused on independence, vocational training, and real community connection.

Topics covered include: navigating the "cliff" at age 22, why transition planning should start between ages 10–13, the risks of "graduating to the couch," how programs like Easter Seals and Miami Learning Experience are building pathways to employment, the importance of work-life balance for neurodiverse adults, and how to navigate funding options like Medicaid Waiver and CDC+.

Whether you're a parent of a young child just starting to think about the future, or you're caring for an adult who's been home for years — this conversation is for you. It's never too early, and it's never too late.

📍 Learn more:

🔗 Easter Seals South Florida: easterseals.com/south-florida | (305) 325-0470

🔗 Miami Learning Experience: mleschool.org | (305) 275-5900

What you'll learn:
✅ What the Neuro Inclusion Toolkit is and how to access it
✅ How Miami-Dade trained 4,000+ first responders in autism recognition & response
✅ The autism-friendly library, museum, and sensory space programs
✅ The MIA Air program and airport accessibility initiatives
✅ The autism decal & voluntary disability ID card program
✅ Employment and workforce programs for autistic adults
✅ How YOUR municipality can replicate this work — no consultants needed

Whether you're a parent, caregiver, elected official, or community partner, this session will show you how to start building neuro-inclusive spaces in your own community.

#Autism #AutismAwareness #NeuroDiversity #NeuroInclusion #MiamiDade #AutismFriendly #NSUCard #FirstResponders #InclusiveCommunity #AutismAcceptanceMonth

Director Cathy and program specialist Elena break down the full continuum of services available to at-risk youth and their families — from the moment a juvenile comes into contact with law enforcement, all the way through community-based aftercare and prevention.

In this webinar, you'll learn:

How Miami-Dade's diversion programs work and who qualifies
The evidence-based assessment tools used to identify mental health, substance use, and family needs (GAIN-Q, YLS, ACEs screening)
The Young Offenders Protocol for youth under 12
How the Prevention Program serves at-risk youth before any contact with law enforcement — open to all families
How the county partners with schools, the State Attorney's Office, law enforcement, and community organizations
Current data trends on youth served and risk levels

🔑 Key Takeaway: No child needs to be arrested to receive services. The Prevention Program is open to any youth displaying at-risk behaviors — referrals accepted from parents, schools, law enforcement, and community partners.

📋 To make a referral to the Prevention Program, visit the Miami-Dade Community Services Department online referral portal.

What you'll learn in this session:

The difference between an AI chatbot and an AI coworker — and why it changes everything
How to set up Claude Cowork and connect it to your Gmail, Google Calendar, and Google Drive
How to build Projects, Context Files, and Skills to create a personalized AI assistant that knows your business
What Claude Dispatch is and how to send tasks to your computer from your phone — even when you're away from your desk
How to build a mobile app in 15 minutes using Manus (no coding required!)
The difference between Claude and Manus — and when to use each
Real-world use cases: competitive analysis, inbox management, document summarization, file organization, and more

In this educational webinar hosted by Miami-Dade County Commissioner Raquel Regalado’s Office, the Miami-Dade Water and Sewer Department (WASD) takes you inside the full journey of your water—from the aquifer to your home.

Led by WASD Director Jay Fink and Deputy Director Billy Joe McCauley, this session explains the systems, infrastructure, and technology that deliver safe, reliable drinking water to over 2.7 million residents every day.

💧 In this webinar, you will learn:
Where Miami-Dade’s water comes from (Biscayne Aquifer)
How water is treated, filtered, and disinfected
How water travels through over 8,000 miles of pipes to your home
How WASD ensures water quality and safety 24/7
What happens during boil water notices and system repairs
How the County is planning for future growth and sustainability

🌎 Why this matters:

Miami-Dade County provides approximately 330 million gallons of water daily—that’s about 500 Olympic-sized swimming pools—to residents across 34 municipalities.

This webinar gives you a behind-the-scenes look at the essential systems that keep our community running every day.

In this session, you’ll get an inside look at one of the most important economic engines in Miami-Dade County and the State of Florida.

PortMiami—known as the Cruise Capital of the World—is not only a global tourism hub but also a major driver of international trade, supporting hundreds of thousands of jobs and billions in economic activity.

🌎 In this webinar, you will learn:
How PortMiami contributes over $61 billion annually to the economy
Why it is the #1 cruise port in the world, with over 8.5 million passengers annually
How cargo operations connect Miami to 140+ countries worldwide
Major infrastructure projects, including new cruise terminals and cargo expansion
How innovation, AI, and sustainability (like shore power) are shaping the future
Workforce development opportunities and career pathways in the port industry

PortMiami plays a critical role in:

Supporting over 340,000 jobs in Florida
Strengthening global trade and supply chains
Driving tourism and local business growth
Investing billions into infrastructure and future-ready technology

Whether you're a small business owner, entrepreneur, or simply curious about AI, this session shows how to use AI as a true business partner—not just a tool.

💡 What You’ll Learn:
How to use AI to identify your ideal customer (ICP) and market opportunities
Build a complete business intelligence “dossier” in minutes
Turn insights into action using tools like Manus and Claude
Create a high-converting landing page tailored to your audience
Use AI to generate branding, messaging, and design systems
Launch websites and applications without coding
The importance of automation, CRMs, and marketing systems to scale your business

⚙️ Tools Covered:
Manus (AI Business Consultant)
Claude AI (Strategy & Product Development)
Google AI Studio (Website & App Builder)
Marketing Automation Platforms (HubSpot, GoHighLevel, and more)

🚀 Key Takeaway

The most successful entrepreneurs today are not just knowledgeable—they know how to think in systems and use AI to execute faster than ever before.

As shared in the session:

“It’s not what you know—it’s how you think about what you know.”

In this session, you’ll learn:
The sea turtle species that nest along Miami-Dade’s coastline
Past nesting patterns and trends
What to expect during this nesting season
How residents and visitors can help protect sea turtles year-round
Whether you live near the coast or are just visiting, this information is essential to helping preserve one of South Florida’s most important natural resources.

📺 Watch, learn, and share to help protect our beaches and marine life.
📍 Hosted by the Office of Commissioner Raquel Regalado
🌴 In partnership with Miami-Dade County Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces

#MiamiDade #SeaTurtles #Conservation #Environment #MiamiDadeParks #WebinarReplay

While we briefly discussed creating audio and video business artifacts with AI, the majority of this session focused on hands-on demonstrations of building AI skills inside the Manus platform. Participants learned how to design structured AI workflows that can automate tasks, assist with research, generate content, and support business operations.

During this session we covered:
• How AI agents work
• What “skills” are inside AI systems
• How to build custom AI skills using Manus.im
• Creating task-specific assistants and workflows

This workshop is part of the District 7 AI Education Series, designed to help residents, professionals, and small business owners learn how to use artificial intelligence in practical ways.

If you’re interested in learning how to build your own AI assistants and automation tools, this session will give you a great introduction.

#AI #ArtificialIntelligence #AIAgents #Manus #Automation #AIWorkshops #DigitalSkills #MiamiDade

Join Miami-Dade County Commissioner Raquel Regalado’s office, Judge Steve Leifman, and county partners for an important informational session on the proposed Miami-Dade County Mental Health Diversion and Treatment Facility.

This discussion provides an overview of the facility’s purpose, the community need it is designed to address, and the potential role it could play in improving outcomes for individuals living with serious mental illness. Speakers also discuss the history of the project, the proposed pilot structure, funding considerations, and the broader impact on public safety, homelessness, and access to care.

The session was held to provide residents with clear information, answer questions, and support a better understanding of this long-standing community initiative.

For more information, please contact Commissioner Raquel Regalado’s office.

#MiamiDadeCounty #MentalHealth #PublicService #CommunityInitiative #RaquelRegalado #SteveLeifman #MentalHealthCare #PublicSafety

This session introduced participants to the concept of AI agents — intelligent assistants designed to perform specific tasks, follow instructions, and support real-world workflows.

We covered:
• What an AI agent is (and how it differs from a simple chatbot)
• How AI agents use instructions, context, and goals
• The difference between prompting and building structured systems
• How to design an agent for a specific purpose

This session was about mindset — moving from AI user to AI builder.

#AI #AIAgents #Automation #ArtificialIntelligence #DigitalTransformation #MiamiDade #District7 #FutureOfWork

In this session, we explore how the County addresses homelessness through coordinated outreach, emergency shelter, permanent supportive housing, and long-term stability solutions. The Homeless Trust leads Miami-Dade’s efforts using a “Housing First” approach — focusing on getting individuals and families into stable housing while connecting them to the services they need.

Thank you for being engaged and informed about the issues impacting our community.
#MiamiDadeCounty #District7 #HomelessTrust #CommunityMatters #HousingFirst

We covered:
• How AI helps organize ideas into structured presentations
• Turning rough outlines into polished slide decks
• Summarizing long documents into key insights
• Extracting main arguments and findings from reports
• Creating executive summaries and study guides
• Improving accuracy and reviewing AI-generated content

Participants also completed hands-on exercises where they:
• Built a presentation from a real business or community idea
• Refined AI-generated slides for clarity and personal voice
• Uploaded documents and asked AI targeted research questions
• Practiced transforming complex information into easy-to-understand summaries

This session is especially valuable for:
• Entrepreneurs preparing business pitches
• Job seekers creating interview presentations
• Community leaders presenting proposals
• Students organizing research
• Professionals turning reports into compelling visual stories

The District 7 AI Workshop Series is designed to bridge the AI literacy gap and empower our community with practical, accessible tools for work, education, and innovation.

In this introductory session, participants explored the fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence and learned how tools like ChatGPT are transforming the way we work, learn, and create.

This session focused on:
• What Artificial Intelligence is — explained in plain language
• How generative AI tools like ChatGPT create content
• The difference between traditional software and AI
• AI capabilities vs. limitations
• Responsible AI use, fact-checking, and avoiding over-reliance
• Understanding bias, privacy, and transparency in AI

Participants also engaged in hands-on exercises, including:
• Creating a free ChatGPT account
• Drafting professional emails
• Brainstorming business and project ideas
• Writing content for social media and newsletters
• Summarizing long documents into key takeaways
• Learning how to improve prompts for better AI results

#AIWorkshop #ChatGPT #AIFundamentals #District7 #CommunityEducation #DigitalSkills #MiamiDade

In this informative virtual session, we explore how Miami-Dade County Parks build memorable experiences and stronger communities through well-designed, accessible, and engaging open spaces guided by the Parks, Recreation and Open Space Master Plan.

🌿 During this webinar, you will learn:

• The mission and vision of Miami-Dade County Parks
• Year-round recreational and educational programs for children, adults, seniors, and individuals with disabilities
• Spring and summer camps, after-school enrichment, and wellness programs
• How parks promote health, connection, and quality of life throughout our community
From fitness and nutrition programs to nature, science, and cultural arts experiences, Miami-Dade County Parks are truly Connecting People to Parks for Life.

Thank you for joining us and for celebrating For the Love of Parks.
For more information about future District 7 events and webinars, please stay connected with Commissioner Raquel A. Regalado’s office.

#MiamiDadeCounty #District7 #ForTheLoveOfParks #ConnectingPeopleToParks #CommunityMatters

In this educational webinar, staff from the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs provide a clear overview of how seniors, caregivers, and senior activity centers can access enriching cultural events at no cost.

During this session, you will learn:
• What the Golden Ticket Arts Guide is and who qualifies
• How to attend participating cultural events for free
• How senior centers can get involved
• How to join the mailing list and where to pick up a copy

The Golden Ticket Arts Guide is designed to connect older adults with meaningful arts and cultural experiences across Miami-Dade County.

In this webinar, Commissioner Raquel Regalado's Office and the FIFA World Cup 2026™ Miami Host Committee walk through FIFA’s Local Business Program, designed to help Miami-Dade businesses prepare for and participate in World Cup–related opportunities.

Viewers will learn:
What the Miami Host Committee does and its role in hosting the World Cup.
How local businesses can participate in FIFA’s Local Business Program.
What major events and economic opportunities are coming to Miami.
How to strategically leverage the FIFA World Cup to grow your business.

LINK YOU CAN USE: 

Register as a vendor / local supplier:
https://miamifwc26.com/local-impact-supplier-program/

Apply to host World Cup match viewings at your location:
https://miamifwc26.com/public-viewing/

The Tropical Audubon Society is a nonprofit organization dedicated to bird conservation through education, advocacy, and responsible environmental stewardship. For decades, they have worked to preserve native ecosystems and inspire the community to care for local wildlife.

🌿 In this webinar, you’ll learn:
What the Tropical Audubon Society does and why their work is important
An introduction to birding and how to get started
What Bird Day is and how our community can participate

This session is perfect for beginners, nature lovers, families, and anyone interested in learning more about the birds that share our environment.

This webinar was presented in partnership with the Miami-Dade County Property Appraiser’s Office, led by Property Appraiser Tomás Regalado, and covers who qualifies for Homestead Exemption, how to apply, and how portability allows homeowners to transfer tax savings from one property to another.

Whether you are a homeowner, first-time buyer, or planning a move, this session provides clear guidance on important property tax benefits available to Miami-Dade residents.

📌 Topics covered:
• What Homestead Exemption is and who qualifies
• How to apply for Homestead Exemption
• How portability works when moving to a new home
• Common questions and key deadlines

Hosted by Commissioner Raquel Regalado, this session covers:
Ongoing and upcoming airport infrastructure projects
Modernization and expansion efforts
Economic impact on Miami-Dade County
Sustainability and environmental initiatives
Community engagement and public input

A live Q&A session followed the presentation, allowing participants to ask questions and share feedback directly.

📌 This webinar is part of our ongoing effort to keep residents informed and engaged on major transportation and infrastructure initiatives that affect our community.