The Alternative Programs, Inc.

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The Alternative Programs, Inc. The Alternative Programs, Inc. TAP was founded in 1982 and incorporated in 1986 by renowned civic icon and people's champion: Ms. Petersen.

(TAP) is an agency that provides alternatives to incarceration for, non-violent, adult and juvenile offenders on behalf of the 11th Judicial Circuit of Florida (Miami-Dade County). Georgia Jones-Ayers along with retired Miami-Dade Senior Judge: Thomas K. For over thirty years, TAP has changed the lives of tens of thousands of individuals, children and families through the provision of viable alternatives to criminal activity, while serving as a critical pressure-valve to jail overcrowding for the Criminal Justice System. TAP is supported by a grant administered by the government of Miami-Dade County, FL.

08/04/2026

After hours of emotional testimony and debate, the Miami City Commission voted 3-2 on Thursday, July 23, to eliminate a written-warning requirement before police enforce the city’s ban on public

So proud of our youth as they give of themselves to enhance the environment that we live in, through clean-ups. Thank yo...
07/20/2026

So proud of our youth as they give of themselves to enhance the environment that we live in, through clean-ups. Thank you Miami Waterkeeper, Dr. Murray and the ICC team for another great job and quality exposure for our youth participants.

Congratulations Judge Trawick 🔥
07/16/2026

Congratulations Judge Trawick 🔥

Congratulations to Judge Daryl Trawick who was recently named Chair of the Supreme Court Committee on Standard Jury Instructions in Criminal Cases.

Standard Jury Instructions are created by committees of lawyers and judges appointed by the Florida Supreme Court to review and amend instructions in civil, criminal, and business cases.

Congratulations, Judge Trawick!

Miami-Dade Bar The Florida Bar Miami-Dade Public Defender's Office Office of the State Attorney - Katherine Fernandez Rundle Miami-Dade Corrections and Rehabilitation Department Miami-Dade County Government Juan Fernandez-Barquin, Esq., Clerk of the Court and Comptroller Florida Courts Florida Supreme Court National Center for State Courts

07/08/2026
The Alternative Programs, Inc. (TAP) is deeply saddened to acknowledge the passing of Ms. Debra Ann Jones-Elibert-Taylor...
07/07/2026

The Alternative Programs, Inc. (TAP) is deeply saddened to acknowledge the passing of Ms. Debra Ann Jones-Elibert-Taylor, daughter of TAP Founder and Miami Icon: Ms. Georgia Jones Ayers. Ms. Taylor’s enduring spirit, dedication and compassion will be sorely missed by all who knew and loved her. May she rest peacefully in the Master’s arms 🕊️🙏🏽

06/07/2026

The life and legacy of longtime Miami activist Georgia Jones-Ayers will soon be documented in a new commemorative publication that organizers hope will preserve her impact for future generations. C…

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3300 NW 27th Avenue
Miami, FL
33142

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 12pm
Saturday 9am - 1pm

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+13057584187

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