RESULTS

Governor Ron DeSantis announced that the Florida Housing Finance Corporation (Florida Housing) Board of Directors unanimously approved the release of $75 million to local governments to assist Floridians in need of rental and mortgage assistance due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Through the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act), Governor DeSantis made available $250 million, of which $120 million will be sent to local governments to provide rental and mortgage assistance program. The $75 million approved today is the first release of the funding to local governments. “The COVID-19 pandemic has caused profound disruption to families throughout the state,” said Governor DeSantis. “It is my hope that these funds and the rest of the $250 million will provide some level of relief to individuals who—through no fault of their own—are now having difficulty making ends meet.” The $75 million includes allocations to many local governments in Florida, but the Governor traveled to the City of Apopka to highlight Orange County’s allocation of $7.3 million. For a full list of the allocations, click HERE. “As Floridians continue to struggle with the negative economic impacts of COVID-19, Florida Housing remains committed to providing renters and homeowners with housing assistance,” said Trey Price, Executive Director of Florida Housing Finance Corporation. “We are proud to stand with the Governor to ensure affordable housing remains a top priority, and that families have the necessary assistance to remain in their homes during these difficult times.” $120 Million Coronavirus Relief Fund for Impacted Homeowners and Renters Impacted homeowners and renters can apply for the following assistance through a local State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) Program housing office: Rental and mortgage assistance payments for persons who experienced a hardship that prevents them from making these payments; Emergency Repair; and Rehabilitation and New Construction related specifically to a need caused by the COVID-19 emergency. Click here for more information on the program and how to start the process. Florida Housing encourages homeowners and renters impacted by the pandemic to visit the website. Also, the toll-free Coronavirus Relief Fund for Impacted Homeowners and Renters Information Line 1-888-362-7885 will be available starting Monday, July 20th from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. weekdays for those who would like to speak with a representative. By ML Staff. Courtesy of Miami-Dade Gov.

An ultramodern oasis, built on a double lot in 2016, on exclusive Hibiscus Island in Miami Beach. This residence was developed with state-of-the-art home technology and impeccably designed to enjoy the beauty of island living. Marble and wooden floors are paired with bright accents to complement the naturally illuminated rooms. Luxurious interior features include a kitchen with top-of-the-line appliances, in-home theater, and space integration. Living areas open to create a single indoor/outdoor living area with stunning water and incredible city skyline views. Exterior features include infinity-edge pool, 122 feet of water frontage with two docks, enough space for several vessels and all your water toys. Expertly crafted rooftop with its own gourmet kitchen and spa to reinforce an extra touch of sophistication. 5 - Beds | 5 - Full Baths | 1 - Partial Baths | 10,754 Sq Ft. Click to view larger image > Price $28,800,000 Contact www.sothebysrealty.com

The exhibition, which runs through August 31st 2020, features an outstanding selection of small-format masterpieces from a diverse group of exceptional Latin American, Modern and Contemporary artists whose work reflects the interaction of innovative ideas, structure complexity, and connotation of scale in art: Pablo Atchugarry, Fernando Botero, Claudio Bravo, Jose Maria Cano, Mario Carreño, Carlos Cruz Diez, Walter Goldfarb, Pedro Figari, Frida Kahlo, Martin Kippenberger, Wifredo Lam, Yoshitomo Nara, Matta, Henri Matisse, Carlos Merida, Guillermo Muñoz Vera, Rene Portocarrero, Diego Rivera, Frank Stella, Jesus Rafael Soto, Francisco Toledo, Joaquin Torres-Garcia, and Ivan Tovar, among others. Grand Masters - Small Format highlights the distinctive approaches of each artist, and their interaction and experimentation with painting, drawing, and sculpture, creating transcendental artistic statements throughout a broad spectrum of styles that are enhanced and not restricted by the tight confines of their scale. Small-format oeuvres fulfill compact areas of art space demanding from receptors a closer, detailed and intimate perception of the artistic context and approaches; iconic images, provocative visual metaphors, concrete structural work, and symbolical association with reality. For availability and more information on the artworks, please write to us at art@garynader.com Grand Masters Details What: Grand Masters - Small Format When: Through August 31, 2020. Where: Gary Nader Art Centre. 62 NE 27th Street, Miami, FL 33137 Hours: Tuesday – Saturday 10.00 am to 6.00 pm Post SettingsBy ML Staff. Image courtesy of Gary Nader. Fernando Botero The Bedroom Oil on canvas Signed and dated ‘Botero 98’ lower right 16 x 12 7/8 In. [40.6 x 32.7 Cm.]

Adam Rodriguez is definitely a familiar face. The 45-year-old New York native has starred in a number of TV series [CSI: Miami, Criminal Minds, Jane the Virgin] and movies [I Can Do Bad All By Myself, Magic Mike, Magic Mike XXL] over the last twenty years. The stockbroker-turned-actor is also a screenwriter, who has written for CSI: Miami, and director, who has directed episodes of Criminal Minds and CSI: Miami. Presently, the father of three is starring in the Showtime series, Penny Dreadful: City of Angels as Raul Vega, the eldest of the Vega children. Created by John Logan, Penny Dreadful: City of Angels is a fantasy-horror-drama (a spin-off of Penny Dreadful) set in Los Angeles during the 1930s --50 years after the original series. The new series premiered in April and also features Natalie Dormer and Daniel Zovatto. How did you find out about the role of Raul Vega? Adam Rodriguez: I was sent a script by an agent and I fell in love with it. It was so rich with life --conflict, mystery, romance, danger, and full of examples of how mankind can’t help but try to destroy himself in the name of progress. Tell us about Raul; where did you draw inspiration for this character? AR: Raul is introduced as a fighter. He is passionate about all the right things and is willing to put himself on the line for them. He believes in standing up to anyone who abuses their power. And then he begins to learn that fighting has many forms, some much more effective than others. He evolves. I drew inspiration from what John Logan put on the page to be picked up. And then, I continued to shape Raul from there. I drew inspiration from the headlines of today, where the same injustices are perpetrated upon marginalized people. I drew from my own experiences and from the experiences of other well-written characters in literature. I read a few Steinbeck novels that were informative and moving. I read a lot of the history of Los Angeles from the early settlers up until the time period of the show which is set in 1938. I put myself in the mind of someone with Raul’s family history and imagined that, like me, he wanted way more than what the world was offering him. And then, I let him live in the space that was so beautifully created by all of the talented artists who created, designed, imagined, decorated, costumed, lighted, etc. the world of Penny Dreadful: City of Angels. How did you emerge into the world of acting? Was acting something you had wanted to do since childhood? AR: I always loved stories as a child, in books, on television, the stage, the movie theatre or hearing friends and family members recount incidents from their lives. I always loved a good story, but I never considered acting as a profession until I was nineteen. I had explored taking acting classes and taken headshots, but it wasn’t until I was doing a scene in a theatre arts class I was in at a local community college that I felt it inside of me. I encountered some truth in a moment that left me feeling 100% sure that being an actor was what I wanted to be. I wanted to move people the way other storytellers had moved me and I was absolutely sure of it. Who has influenced your journey along the way? AR: Too many people to count and in too many different ways! There are those artists whose work rang some bell of truth inside of me and inspired me to want to do the same for others through my art and through my actions outside of art and simply as a man. Also, anyone who ever took a chance on me when other people might not have seen what they did. My father was a big believer in me and he introduced me to a man named Bill Clark, who introduced me to a man named David Milch. Bill was an NYPD Detective who became a consultant and then a writer and executive producer on NYPD Blue. He had been in the Army with my father. David Milch is a tremendously talented writer who changed the face of the network with Steven Bochco. Aside from being talented, David is incredibly generous. He gave me a chance to audition for a new show he was writing and producing with Bill. Long story short, I worked my ass off to prepare and I got the job. That was my first TV series called Brooklyn South. It began my career. I’d say those three guys had an influence on my journey. What are some of the challenges and benefits of playing so many different types of roles? AR: The challenge is mostly about playing the same kind of roles. Getting to play different characters is always the thing you’re hoping to do and the work or challenges that come along with doing that is always the most fun you’ll have. I really believe the things you have to work hardest for are always the most rewarding. Mind you, there is a distinct difference between working hard to make something work, and working hard at something that works on its own. Either way, it’s up to us all to figure it out and that’s my favorite part. How have you grown as an actor throughout your different roles? AR: I’ve gained experience, both technical and creative, through each and every job because it’s what I am striving to do each time --to grow. And I am working to do the same, even more so, as a person moving through this world. As I have grown and evolved as a person, I have become a better actor. I have come to understand myself in a deeper way and I can therefore bring something deeper to a character. I can use that character to say the things I want to say, to connect, to teach, and hopefully to leave some lasting effect that ripples out into the world. How are you working on self-improvement right now? What are some of your personal goals? AR: I’m working on self-improvement every minute of every day. I don’t ever want to take a break from self-improvement. Even when I’m doing something that might not be leading me in that direction, those are the moments when focus has to kick in and you have to right yourself. And righting yourself is the first step to self-improvement. Dedicating myself to my wife and kids gives endless opportunities all day long to be my best self so that I lead the way for them. And my favorite moments are when that effort continues to be motivated by my family leading the way for me in a given moment. Most especially when it’s the kids teaching you about something you thought you were teaching them about. Those moments are the most precious for me. They assure me that I am doing my job well. My personal goals are to give my family the very best of me, my time, and my experience in order for them to go further than me in every way. What’s next for you in terms of your career? Is there a role you’d really like to play? AR: I’m hoping there’s more Penny Dreadful: City of Angels to play in. I’m so connected to Raul and I really want to spend more time exploring what he’s capable of saying in this world of 1938 Los Angeles. I think he’s an extremely important voice that speaks to then and now and he’s the role I’d like to play for a while longer. How are you staying positive with the current COVID-19 situation? Have you picked up any new hobbies? AR: No new hobbies. I’m still trying to improve at the old ones! I do my best to pick up the guitar as often as possible, but with three small children [one is only six weeks old], it has been a challenge to find the time or the energy. But when I do, I cherish it. It means more to me now than ever when I get the time to play. What is something most people don’t know about you? AR: I have a sick sense of humor. Words by Briana Dodson • Photo Credit: John Arsenault Watch Penny Dreadful: City of Angels Sundays on Showtime and follow Adam on Instagram @adamrodriguez and Twitter @_Adam_Rodriguez.

The Miami FC announced on Tuesday that the USL Championship match slated to be played on Wednesday, July 22 at Riccardo Silva Stadium against Charlotte Independence, has been moved to Sunday, August 23. The match will kick off at 7:30 p.m. and will be played behind closed doors due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Fans will be able to watch the match live on ESPN+. The Miami FC's full USL Championship schedule can be found below: All  home matches will kick off at 7:30 p.m. *All match dates and times are subject to change By ML Staff. Schedule courtesy of Miami FC

This make-ahead and festive black bean salad is a huge crowd-pleaser. Perfect for a summer cookout! This salad is ideal for entertaining because you can make it ahead of time — in fact, you should because it gets better and better the longer it sits. WHAT YOU’LL NEED HOW TO MAKE IT Begin by cooking the corn in boiling salted water. A few minutes is all it takes — you want it super crisp. Refresh the corn under cold water to stop the cooking process. Place the corn on a clean dish towel set over a cutting board, then use a serrated knife to cut the kernels of the cobs. (The dish towel both dries the corn and prevents it from bouncing all over the place.) Next, rinse and drain the black beans. Combine the corn and black beans with the remaining ingredients, except for the avocado. Toss and chill until ready to serve. Before serving, dice the avocado and add to the salad. It’s important to add the avocado at the last minute to keep it from turning brown. Toss well, then taste and adjust seasoning, if necessary. You may find that it needs a bit more salt or a squirt of lime juice, as the flavors tend to mellow in the fridge. That’s all there is to it. Enjoy! Black Bean Salad with Corn, Avocado & Lime Vinaigrette Servings: 6-8 Total Time: 30 Minutes INGREDIENTS 2 15-ounce cans black beans, rinsed and drained 3 ears fresh cooked corn, kernels cut off the cob 2 red bell peppers, diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 tablespoons minced shallots, from one medium shallot 2 teaspoons salt 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper 2 tablespoons sugar 9 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, best quality such as Colavita 1 teaspoon lime zest (be sure to zest limes before juicing them) 6 tablespoons fresh lime juice 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro, plus more for garnish 2 Hass avocados, chopped INSTRUCTIONS Combine all ingredients except for avocados in a large bowl and mix well. Cover and chill for a few hours or overnight. Right before serving, add avocados and mix gently, being careful not to mash avocados. Garnish with a more chopped cilantro if desired. Serve at room temperature. Special thanks to Jennifer Segal, for the recipe and images. You can support Jennifer by purchasing her cookbook, "Once Upon a Chef, the Cookbook," featuring over 100 delightful recipes.

Shortly after George Floyd’s death, one of my friends texted me that Floyd wasn’t necessarily a bad person, but, pointing to his prior stints in prison, added that “he wasn’t lily-white either.” Soon thereafter, I read an article in The New York Times written by Chad Sanders in which he noted his agent canceled a meeting with him because he was observing a “Blackout Day” in recognition of the Black men and women who have been brutalized and killed. In the first example, white represents purity and morality. In the other, black represents nothingness or absence – similar to the use of “black hole” as a metaphor. These types of linguistic metaphors – pervasive in speech – have been a focus of my research. There are “brighter days ahead” after “dark times.” We want to be whitelisted and not blacklisted for jobs. Black hats are the bad hackers and white hats the good ones. White lies make stretching the truth okay, while we don’t want to receive a black mark on our records. In picture books, good people, angels and Gods dress in white, but the villains, devils and the Grim Reaper dress in black. Of course, there are exceptions: We prefer to be “in the black” versus “in the red” in financial statements. But for the most part, the delineation is remarkably consistent. How do such linguistic metaphors get formed? And do they perpetuate racism? Processing a complicated world One theory, proposed by cognitive linguists George Lakoff and Mark Johnson, is that metaphors are a cognitive tool allowing people to comprehend what they cannot see, taste, hear, smell or touch. They help people understand difficult, abstract concepts through simpler, more tangible, paradigms. These metaphors get formed as people gain experience in the physical world. For instance, the abstract concept of power is connected to the concrete concept of height – perhaps because, as children, we saw adults as taller and more powerful. Then, as adults, we continue to implicitly associate height with power. It isn’t just tall buildings or tall people. In multiple studies, participants judged symbols representing people or groups to be more powerful if they simply appeared at a higher position on a page than other symbols. [Deep knowledge, daily. Sign up for The Conversation’s newsletter.] My research with fellow behavioral scientists Luca Cian and Norbert Schwarz found that vertical position also has an implicit association with emotionality and rationality. If something is at the top of a page or a screen, we tend to perceive it as more rational, whereas if something is at the bottom, it appears more emotional. One reason may be that we metaphorically tend to connect the heart with emotion and the head with logic, and, in the physical world, our heads are actually higher than our hearts. Infusing color with meaning In a similar vein, fresh snow and clean water are white or transparent, whereas sullied water turns brown and then black. It is also bright and relatively safer during the day, but dark and more dangerous at night. While observing all of this, we start forming conceptual metaphors – or subconscious connections – between color and goodness. Experiments have documented the existence of this relationship. In one paper, for example, psychologists Brian Meier, Michael Robinson and Gerald Clore showed that the color white is implicitly connected with morality, and the color black with immorality. In another study, they asked participants to evaluate words as positive or negative. The words were shown in black or white font on a computer screen with a program measuring the speed of the classification. Participants evaluated words with a positive meaning like “active,” “baby,” “clean” and “kiss” faster when they were shown in a white rather than black font. On the other hand, they classified words with a negative meaning – terms like “crooked,” “diseased,” “foolish” and “ugly” – faster when they appeared in black. A sample of words used in the experiment by Meier, Robinson and Clore. Aradhna Krishna, CC BY-SA These studies have been replicated, and the same findings emerge, indicating that they’re not a fluke: The perceptual-conceptual links between color and goodness are ingrained in people. The race factor Could something as simple as the color-goodness relationship drive racial prejudice? In the color-goodness studies above, black and white colors were connected with good and bad. Implicit race bias tests, on the other hand, look for a connection between Black and white faces and goodness. There is a subtle but important difference here. The implicit bias race test detects prejudice towards Black people. So besides skin color, it also picks up reactions to other differences in appearance – from hair to facial structure – along with any animosity one may have previously harbored. Still, the color-goodness association is clearly a factor in racial prejudice. Can these conceptual metaphors – so ingrained in our everyday speech – be upended? What if we wrote that something was as pure as the blackest eyes; as rich as the darkest hair; or as sophisticated as a black dress? What if Gods and heroes were dressed in black and villains in white? What if, as Muhammad Ali pointed out in a 1971 interview, we had vanilla devil’s food cake and dark-chocolate angel cake? Metaphors aren’t ironclad. It’s possible to consciously change the way we write, draw, design costumes – and, yes, bake. Over time, perhaps this could gradually erode some of our implicit biases. Words by Aradhna Krishna Dwight F. Benton Professor of Marketing, University of Michigan. Special thanks to The Conversation.

Live Nation has recently launched a new series on the Live From Home platform in conjunction with the Crew Nation Fund called “Backstage with Crew Nation” — an authentic and uplifting giveback video series spotlighting relationships between touring artists and the backstage crews that help them make their concert dreams a reality. This episode features Ali Vatter (Production Coordinator), Bobby Herr (Production Manager), Jennifer Tini (PA to Christine McVie) and Marty Hom (Tour Manager) from the Fleetwood Mac crew. Listen below as they dicuss their family vibe on tour, the pre-show and encore rituals, plus everything in between. “Backstage with Crew Nation” highlights the voices that make up the resilient live music community. The Crew Nation Fund was launched in April to help support touring and venue crews through this temporary intermission while COVID-19 puts concerts on pause. Live Nation has committed $10 million to Crew Nation, contributing an initial $5 million to the fund and then matching the next $5 million in donations, dollar for dollar. Artists from around the world have already supported this initiative with donations and activations from performers including John Mayer, U2, Metallica, Coldplay, Cher, Justin Timberlake, Aerosmith, Anderson Paak, Twenty One Pilots, Backstreet Boys and more. If you want to help support crews, visit livenation.com/crewnation to donate or buy exclusive merch now. By ML Staff. Gif courtesy of nporadio2

As part of Saks Fifth Avenue’s ongoing renovation of the Bal Harbour store, the third floor including Men’s, Lingerie & Swim and Kids has been completed. The third floor is part of an overall redesign of the Bal Harbour store set to be completed in early 2021 by Saks Store Planning & Design with FRCH Nelson. The third floor renovation includes expanded square footage in key areas of the business including men’s Designer Ready-to-Wear and Advanced Contemporary Ready-to-Wear as well as Men’s Footwear. The store added ten men’s brands to the ready-to-wear assortment and over thirty brands in men’s footwear. Men’s at Bal Harbour Saks Fifth Avenue will also add notable brands to the offering including: Advanced Contemporary: Amiri, Fear of God, Comme des Garçons PLAY Footwear: Amiri, Dior, Givenchy, Comme des Garçons PLAY, Common Projects, Golden Goose and more The third floor will also be home to women’s lingerie and swim as well as an expanded kid’s assortment. The renovated third floor has a minimalistic feel with sleek modern fixtures throughout and tone-on-tone materials layered throughout for a sophistical feel. The floor also features Terrazzo flooring with custom inset carpets, custom ombre wall covering and bronze wrapped shoe niches in the men’s area. The kid’s area features whimsical wall-coverings with playful area rugs and carpet throughout the space for child friendly experience. For more info visit Saks Fifth Avenue at Bal Harbour My ML Staff. Images courtesy of Saks Fifth Avenue

The Ellies, Miami’s Visual Arts Awards, is back for a third year! Oolite Arts is hosting an info session about The Ellies at 5:30 p.m. via Facebook Live. Then, at 6 p.m., Karen Rifas and Edouard Duval-Carrie, the first winners of The Ellies’ Michael Richards Award, will discuss their careers and lives in Miami and beyond. The Ellies applications are open through Aug. 3rd at theellies.org. Date/Time Wed, July 29, 2020 5:30 pm EST / 2:30 pm PT RSVP Facebook Live

“So many puzzles… it’s almost embarrassing. I think this is puzzle number 10,” Allison Munn laughs. This is how Allison and her family have been spending their time now that they, along with the rest of the world, are adhering to the stay-at-home orders put into place as a result of the recent COVID-19 outbreak. “We’ve also been camping out in the backyard,” she continues. “L.A. has been so beautiful lately.” The “we” includes her husband Scott, and their 8-year-old son and 4-year-old daughter, who she’s working hard to homeschool now that school is being held virtually. “I come from a line of teachers --my mom, my aunt, my cousin-- and I’ve always had so much respect. But I’m really trying to figure out how to have more patience. The work they do is amazing.” The South Carolina native, known for her roles in That 70s Show, What I Like About You, One Tree Hill, and now, Netflix’s The Big Show Show, got an early start in community theater. “I was nine in the play Annie and I got the bug. That was it.” From there, she attended the College of Charleston, and acted professionally during the summer. After college, Allison immediately moved to New York City, where she waitressed a year before landing the “role of a lifetime” in the famous off-Broadway production of “The Fantasticks” at New York’s Sullivan Street Theatre. The show’s original Off-Broadway production ran a total of 42 years (until 2002) with 17,162 performances, making it the world’s longest-running musical. For two and a half years, at barely 21 years old, Allison was performing eight shows a week. “I was definitely living the perfect New York moment. I lived on the Upper West Side and I remember after rehearsals and shows, I’d rollerblade home.” Once her role ended, she packed up, and headed west to Los Angeles, California. “I knew absolutely no one when I moved out there. I was lucky enough to land a role as Fez’s crazy girlfriend in That 70s Show. Now, I wake up and I can’t believe I get to have a career and live in this town. It never gets old. To be able to be creative in my day job is truly a gift,” says Allison. Now, Allison is starring in Netflix’s The Big Show Show as Cassy, alongside professional WWE wrestler Paul Wight II, also known as Big Show. The show centers on pro wrestler, Big Show, who is adjusting to both retirement and his oldest daughter moving in with him and his family. Allison plays his wife, Cassy --a really dynamic character. “I was so drawn to the fact that Cassy has so much to do. You see her at home, you see her at work... Throughout the course of the series, she has such a character arc and you get to watch her grow into her own.” Allison and Paul have great chemistry on screen, which makes it surprising to find out that Allison didn’t exactly feel as though she nailed her audition. In the words of her agent: She must’ve done something right! “When I went in for the screen test, here’s this 7-feet-tall, 400-pound guy [Paul] that I have to chemistry read with,” she explains. “He’s great! He put me at ease as soon as I got in there. I remember the first scene, I had to crawl up a step stool, but there wasn’t one in the room. He told me, ‘Just do what my wife does, grab me by the beard!’ We just got along so well after that; we even discovered that we grew up one town over from each other!” Being in the business from a young age has given the actress plenty of experience and opportunities to grow through her craft. “When I think back on my favorite roles I’ve played, they ended up being the most challenging. I’ve noticed my personal growth the most, which has found its way into my work. I can pick up a script and feel confident that I know what I was supposed to be doing. I’m confident enough now to know that I’m good enough,” says Allison. For now, while we’re all confined to the safety of our homes, Allison is focusing on self-motivation. “There’s very little being required of me, aside from being a mom. I am working on giving myself time and letting the light shine on me. I want to learn to meditate and do those things I’ve been putting off.” She is also passing the time with her extensive list of book recommendations. A few of her favorites include, Olive, Again by Elizabeth Strout, City of Girls by Elizabeth Gilbert, and Ask Again, Yes by Mary Beth Keane. Words by Briana Dodson • Photo Credit: Ryan West Photo Watch The Big Show Show on Netflix and keep up with Allison on Instagram and Twitter @allisonmunn.

Miami, Florida is known for its busy international airport, lively night time scene, beautiful beaches and now being the hotspot of the coronavirus pandemic. With New York cases now falling behind Miami numbers, government officials have had to take strict precautions to slow down the spread of the disease. Here is the latest Covid-19 latest restrictions and economical impact. Main restrictions As of the most recent government issued newsletter on July 9th, 2020, Miami-Dade has implemented guidelines for the city members and any person who would be in the area. Face Masks required to be worn in public at all times except when exercising, eating/drinking, or under the age 2 Social distance in practice while in public spaces Masks must be worn when inside gyms and fitness centers Banquet halls and bathrooms closed Miami, Florida just like many other cities relies on its flourishing tourism to bring the area an abundance of life but the pandemic has put a halt on many local and travelers' future plans. Restaurants Businesses focusing on travel and tourism ( i.e., restaurants, lodging, recreation) in the area have had to cut down their usual capacity of clients or in fact, shut down as a whole. More specific guidelines for restaurants include: Restaurants and cafeterias limited t outdoor dining only- four-person table max Restaurants and cafeterias to outdoor service only for on-site consumption between the hours of 6:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. each day 10:00 p.m. each night and 6:00 a.m. the next morning only for the purpose of delivery, pick up, room service or take out For South Beach Entertainment District (MXE): All business establishments closed by 8 p.m. daily All restaurants, cafeterias, and other foodservice closed by 8 p.m., only takeout, curbside pick up shall be prohibited No music shall be permitted unless the volume doesn't exceed normal conversation Any live entertainment not allowed Recreational Activities All recreation programs have been canceled. City pools, recreation centers, and field trips are not open for use. Museums are closed as of further notice. The city beach walks are open for bikes and pedestrians from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. If conducting strenuous activities, face masks are not required. Beaches Beaches are open. No gatherings of 10 or more allowed. Facial covering required in public bathrooms & at concession stands. Short Term Rentals & Hotels For people who are still vacation savvy and in need of a private getaway, plan on being in Miami Beach for a month or longer. Due to the newest rules on short term vacation rentals. Maximum of two persons per bedroom plus two additional persons per property not to exceed 10 people New rental agreements prohibited unless a monthly basis Hotels are allowed to operate under specific recommendations and rules that must be followed. Guests must wear face masks in all common areas inside the hotel, if outside and can not follow social distancing masks must be worn. On the basis of employees, face masks must be worn at all times. Guests at the hotel are not allowed to bring pets unless it is a verified service animal. Hotels are required to have certain items on the facility including hand sanitizer and signage. Elevators are at half capacity, cleaning services will remain intact with EPA approved disinfectants, and laundry will be washed at high temperatures in accordance to the CDC guidelines. Economic Development halt These turn in events have caused a major issue in the cities plans for economic development over the past few years. In 2016, Miami, Miami Beach, and Miami-Dade County were selected to join the Rockefeller Foundation's 100 Resilient Cities initiative. Rockefeller Foundation's plan was to incorporate resilience planning and principles allowing cities to prepare for "disasters and long-term threats, but also improves everyday living standards for all members of an urban community." The plan consists of 59 action items that the city will focus on in order to properly reach its end goal. The main driver of Miami-Dade to join the plan was there strong economy, which was driven mostly by Miami International Airport and Port Miami. "Miami was ranked 21st healthiest market, according to ThinkWhy's LaborIQ™ Rankings Index." With the top industries in Miami being trade, transportation, and utilities. In 2019, "growth in travel and cargo resulted in more than $32 billion in direct business revenue generated at MIA and the County's general aviation airports, with a total economic value to the region of $118 billion." Port Miami also set records last year on both the cruise and cargo side of the port. Cruise ships brought in a record of 6.8 million passengers. These numbers prove the hundreds of thousands of jobs that were provided to locals in the area. Now, with coronavirus, cruise ships, cargo, and air travel production are at an all-time low having a massive economical impact on Miami, Florida. The rise in the number of cases in Miami-Dade is not promising, which is why officials' main goal of implementing all these guidelines, restrictions and recommendations are just a part of the plan to see the light at the end of the tunnel in the coronavirus pandemic. The virus has proven that it has the ability to affect any human life in all different ways some more intense or in fact, deadly, which is what is trying to be avoided at all costs. Words by Brooke Klaiman, thebrookealexa.com, Photo Credits: Photo by Alejandro Luengo on Unsplash, Photo by Marc Fanelli-Isla on Unsplash, Photo by Jared Sanders on Unsplash