About the City of Miami

The City of Miami known as the “Magic City” is located in Southeast Florida, in Miami-Dade County on the Miami River, between the Florida Everglades and the Atlantic Ocean. Since its incorporation in 1896, the City has grown tremendously, transforming it into one of the world’s renowned centers where people can work, live and play while enjoying a high quality of life.

The City of Miami, known for its diverse culture and ethnicities is the largest municipalityin Miami-Dade County. According to the 2000 census, it has a population of 362,470. By the year 2010 the population in the City is projected to rise to 390,191. Miami which is known as the Gateway to Latin America attracts a tremendous amount  of  foreign born people, resulting in a large Latin American population that includes Cubans, Nicaraguans, Colombians, Venezuelans, Puerto Ricans, Argentineans, Ecuadorians, Brazilians, Dominicans, Haitians and Mexicans. According to the 2000 U.S. census, the City has a 60 percent Hispanic population , a 22.3 percent African-American population and a 11.9 percent White/other population.

Recognized worldwide as an international hub, Miami successfully hosted the 4th annual Latin Grammy Awards show, the visit of the Spanish Prime Minister Jose Maria Aznar, the celebration of the Free Trade of the Americas Conference , FTAA and the MTV Music Video Awards.

Whether you are a resident, visitor or business owner, the City of Miami welcomes you to the shiny City under the Sun. Centrally located in a bustling urban area that is bursting with new developments, residential homes and eye catching attractions, Miami is truly a world class destination. Rich with  history ,Miami has 13 different neighborhoods that contain  several historical locations and landmarks. Each neighborhood is fully equipped with full service parks,fire and police stations and a Neighborhood Enhancement Team center where residents and business owners can go to obtain answers to their questions and help with City services. The NET team works together with the various departments through the City to coordinate resources and resolve problems.

The City of Miami is governed by a Mayor and 5 City Commissioners which oversee the five districts in the City. For information on your Mayor please click here. For information on your Commissioner Click here.  For information on City Services please visit our homepage.


For statistics about  the City of  Miami please click on the Miami Profile

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