North Miami Beach City Council Approves $9.2 Million Bond for Settlement with Miami Gardens

Overview: The North Miami Beach City Council convened to address several issues, chief among them the approval of a $9.2 million taxable special obligation bond series for a settlement agreement with the City of Miami Gardens.

North Miami Beach Residents Voice Concerns Over Significant Tax Increases and Budget Allocations

Overview: At the latest North Miami Beach City Council meeting on September 10, 2024, residents expressed concerns over property tax increases and the fiscal management of city funds. The meeting, which included a budget hearing and various discussions on community events and capital improvement projects, revealed a clear divide between the city’s financial strategies and the lived experiences of its constituents.

North Miami Beach City Council Discusses Legislative Priorities, Affordable Housing, and Future Developments

Overview: The recent North Miami Beach City Council meeting focused on legislative priorities, affordable housing, and the approval of a mixed-use development project.

North Miami Beach Advances Rapid Transit Zone Ordinance

Overview: The North Miami Beach City Council meeting saw a advancement in the city’s development with the approval of the Rapid Transit Zone (RTZ) ordinance, aimed at promoting transit use and reducing car dependency by allowing increased housing units and floor area ratio within a half-mile corridor. The RTZ, part of an effort to align city regulations with county requirements, garnered significant public comment ranging from concerns about increased traffic and changes in demographic to support for the growth and transit opportunities it presents. The cost of the study for the RTZ was mentioned to be around $50,000, with additional work likely.

North Miami Beach Debates Financial Strategies and Community Development

Overview: In a recent North Miami Beach City Council meeting, discussions centered on the city’s financial health and community development. The council addressed the city’s fund balance policy, with a proposal to increase the minimum fund balance from 10% to a target of 20%, citing the importance for the city’s creditworthiness and future project financing. Public comments reflected concerns about the city’s financial decisions and the transparency of its budgeting process, while council deliberations focused on the city’s financial sustainability and economic development strategies.