How to avoid the tax office for a driver’s license or ID. Here are 5 takeaways

Miami-Dade residents now have a new way to take care of driver’s license, REAL ID and vehicle-related tasks without visiting a county office. A new TConnect mobile service is bringing key government services to neighborhoods across South Florida.

FULL STORY: Skip the office: Miami-Dade brings REAL ID, license services to neighborhoods

Here are the highlights:

• The Miami-Dade Tax Collector’s Office launched a mobile unit to help residents with driver’s license renewals, REAL ID cards, vehicle services and tax questions.
• The TConnect unit is traveling to various locations, so people can get things done closer to home and avoid long trips to government offices.
• Residents are encouraged to book appointments ahead of time for faster service and less waiting in line.
• The mobile office is making stops in Doral, Miami Gardens, North Miami and Coral Reef, with more dates planned through February.
• On-site experts will guide people through important transactions, aiming to make government services more accessible and convenient.

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