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Enter the Holiday Decorating Contest by Dec. 6th

'Tis the season to be festive, and the City of Margate wants to recognize you for sharing your holiday spirit. Enter the City's Holiday Decorating Contest for a chance to win a great prize and be named “Best Decorated” home or business. Read on...
Winter Festival on Dec. 13th

The City of Margate, in partnership with the Margate Community Redevelopment Agency, will host its annual Winter Festival on Friday, December 13th from 6 to 10 p.m. Join us for seasonal fun along Margate Boulevard between US 441/SR 7 and NW 58th Avenue. Read on...
Utility Billing Moving to a New Location

Beginning on Monday, December 23rd, the Utility Billing Division will be in a new location. Customers who prefer to pay their utility bill in person, or by using the drive-up drop box, must take their payment to the DEES Building at 901 NW 66th Avenue. Read on...
Sounds at Sundown Canceled for Nov. and Dec.

Please be advised that the Sounds at Sundown concert series has been canceled for November and December. The concerts will resume of Saturday, January 4, 2020 with The Promises Band playing your favorite R&B hits. We look forward to seeing you there! Read on...
Census 2020: Help Shape Margate's Future

Census Day is April 1, 2020, and you count! The U.S. Constitution requires that every 10 years a census is taken of America's population, including everyone living in Margate. For the first time, responses will be made online, by phone or by mail. Read on...
Recycle Right!

The City's recycling contamination rate has increased significantly, and we need your help to reduce it. Please DO NOT put plastic bags, food waste, clothing, yard waste or bagged recyclables in your recycling cart. Learn what goes in your recycling cart. Read on...
Movies in the Park Series - Nov. 23rd

Movies in the Park features free blockbuster hit movies that are perfect for an evening out with the family. On Nov. 23rd, the Lego Movie 2 will be shown at the Margate Sports Complex beginning at 6 p.m. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets. Free. Read on...
City Commission Meeting Schedule

The Margate City Commission meets every first and third Wednesday of the month (except July and August) at 6:30 p.m. and 7 p.m., respectively. Meetings are held in the City Commission Chambers at City Hall, 5790 Margate Boulevard. Read on...
Margate 2.0 - Your Vision. Our Future.

Margate is built out and needs an economic development strategy to ensure sustained fiscal health. A public consensus-driven vision for the future must be established, and your input is critical in the development of Margate 2.0, a roadmap for our future. Learn more...
What's Happening at the Library

The Margate Catharine Young Library offers a wide variety of materials, classes, events, and services that meet the needs of the community. DVDs, videos, audio books, and CDs may be checked out. And, computers with internet access are available for use. Event Info...
Home of the Month

Want to show off your beautifully kept property or nominate a neighbor for maintaining theirs? The "Home of the Month" Program recognizes and rewards residents for above-average efforts in maintaining their property and the exterior of their home. Read on...
Digital Photography Contest

Celebrate #OurMargate by capturing the City’s beautiful environment and community in photos, then enter the City's monthly Digital Photography Contest. Amateur or professional, we welcome all Margate residents to submit photos for recognition. Read on...
See Newly Approved Ordinances Here

Review new ordinances that have been approved by the City Commission. Ordinances are laws set forth by the Margate City Commission that guide the direction of the City. Read on...

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2020 U.S. Census Day is April 1, 2020 - Get Counted!

The United States Constitution requires that every 10 years a count, or census, is taken of America’s population by the U.S.Census Bureau, a nonpartisan government agency. The 2020 Census will count every person living in the City of Margate, the 50 states, the District of Columbia, and the five U.S. territories. Census day is April 1, 2020, and for the first time, responses will be made online, by phone as well as by mail. Click here for more information.