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Carol City,
Florida, a suburb of the Miami-Fort
Lauderdale metro area, lies in the
north-central section of
Miami-Dade County. The picturesque
community, originally called “Coral City”,
changed its name at the last minute as a
result of legal pressure from the city of
Coral Gables. Carol City, at the
time of the
2000 Census, was a census-designated
place (CDP) with a population of nearly
60,000 residents.
The 21st
century in
Miami-Dade County brought about major
changes, as several unincorporated places
within the county voted to incorporate.
In 2003, Carol City, along with portions of
several additional CDP’s, agreed to
incorporate as the city of
Miami Gardens. The newly formed
city of Miami Gardens derives its name from
Miami Gardens Drive, a major roadway that
runs through the area. Incorporated on
May 13, 2003, Miami Gardens is Miami-Dade
County’s 33rd city.
Estimates in 2005 show the population at
approximately 105,000 residents, making it
the third most populous city in Miami-Dade
County. The city proper encompasses
nearly twenty square miles.
Miami Gardens,
Florida nestles between the cities of
Fort Lauderdale and
Miami, and lies in close proximity to
Hialeah, population 226,419.
Residents and business professionals enjoy
convenient access to several busy highways.
These include
Interstate 95, the
Florida Turnpike, US-441 and the
Palmetto Expressway, also known as SR-826.
Interstate-95 runs north and south through
FL, while the Palmetto Expressway serves as
the area’s major shopping district for
furniture trade. Miami Gardens, FL
also has reliable rail access through the
Florida East Coast Railway and the
South Florida Tri-Rail System.
Such a centralized location, with numerous
transportation options and a
business-friendly atmosphere, make Miami
Gardens an attractive location for new and
expanding companies.
The
Miami-Dade County Public School District
serves Miami Gardens and the former CDP of
Carol City. There are numerous public
and private schools at the primary level and
three public high schools available to local
students.
Florida Memorial University and
St. Thomas University serve the higher
education needs of the immediate Miami
Gardens area. Additional facilities
for post-secondary education include the
Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale,
Barry University and
Nova Southeastern University.
The
Florida Marlins and
Miami Dolphins both call the
Dolphin Stadium in Miami Gardens, FL
home. The renowned Dolphin Stadium
also plays host to the annual
Orange Bowl and community celebrations
such as Jazz in the Gardens. Jazz in
the Gardens is the year’s largest festival
celebrating jazz music and food. The
Calder Race Course also calls Miami
Gardens its home.
Additionally,
visitors to the area have access to the
lovely
Atlantic Ocean beaches and all the
attractions located in surrounding areas.
Other notable attractions in Miami-Dade
County include
Art Deco Historic District,
Biscayne National Park,
Coral Castle,
Everglades National Park,
Homestead-Miami Speedway,
Miami Metrozoo,
Miami Seaquarium and the stunning
Venetian Pool.
Carol City,
Florida, once a census-designated place
in Miami-Dade County, transitioned smoothly
into the lovely city of Miami Gardens.
Despite its position as a young city, Miami
Gardens, Florida offers vibrant communities,
with a unique diversity.
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