The City of Opa-Locka introduced new crime strategies on Thursday in targeted communities in an effort for law enforcement and regional community organizations to get a handle on crime.
The city is calling it "Project Turnaround", aimed at curbing crime in key areas. It's an initiative crime victims welcome.  "I felt terrible when someone invaded my home; it's just terrible," said Maggie Walker of Opa-Locka.  

Opa-locka Elementary School has been officially renamed in honor of the late School Board member Robert Ingram during a ceremony on June 7.

A Japanese television program focusing on unusual laws inforeign countries takes an interest in the ban on saggy pantson city property.

Two teens won the judges' nod during a pageant-like competition that selected the youths most equipped to represent the city.

2008 Hurricane Guide   (6.7 MB) The new guide is now available! The information in this guide is designed to help ensure that you, your family, pets and property are ready for any storm. Download your copy today  (6.7 MB). En Español (6.48 MB) Hurricane Evacuation List 2008 Since disaster is unpredictable, it is important to consider evacuation and sheltering prior to a mandatory evacuation order. You should try to evacuate to the home of a friend or family member who lives outside of the evacuation zones. Click here for the 2008 Hurricane Evacuation Centers  and the Bus Pick-Up points.  Emergency Evacuation Assistance Program (EEAP) Miami-Dade residents who on a daily basis require skilled nursing care, assistance with daily living, or have life-saving medical equipment dependent on electricity should register with the EEAP today! Hurricane Safety During this Hurricane Season, Keep Trees in Mind! Miami-Dade County, other local organizations and experts recommend that you prepare several months prior to hurricane season.   Generator Safety Even though there was little need for those generators during the 2006 season, don’t let your generator safety skills get rusty. Anyone who owns a generator should be prepared to operate it safely if the need arises.   Hurricane Supply Checklist Your Hurricane supply kit should have a 3 to 14 day supply of the items in this checklist. Remember to buy supplies early and if you are planning to evacuate to a Red Cross Evacuation Center, please be sure to take these items.   Hurricane Evacuation Zones Miami-Dade County has identified three hurricane evacuation zones based on potential storm surge. It is important to know if you reside in one of the zones and to have an evacuation plan in place.

The South Florida Water Management District issued
Modified Phase II  Severe Water Shortage Order
effective April 18, 2008. 

• In Miami-Dade County, residents with odd-numbered addresses may irrigate lawns and landscapes on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 12 a.m. to 9 a.m. and / or 5 p.m. to 11:59 p.m.
• In Miami-Dade County, residents with even numbered addresses may irrigate lawns and landscapes on Thursdays and Sundays from 12 a.m. to 9 a.m. and / or 5 p.m. to 11:59 p.m.
• Hand-watering with one hose and an automatic shut-off nozzle is allowed for 10 minutes per day for landscape stress relief and to prevent plant die-off.