Opa-Locka Commission Tackles Outstanding Water Bills and City Property Sale

Overview: At the recent Opa-Locka City Commission meeting, steps were taken to resolve a hefty outstanding water bill with Glorietta Partners LTD, and to address the condition and potential sale of surplus city property. A resolution was passed to authorize a payment plan for Glorietta Gardens’ $1 million water bill, and discussions were held regarding the sale of city-owned property, amid concerns about its current neglected state and cleanup responsibility.

Opa-Locka Youth Board Sets Agenda, Elects Leadership in Inaugural Meeting

Overview: In its first official gathering, the Opa-Locka Teen & Young Adult Advisory Board elected Apollo Mendoza as Chair and David Anderson as Vice Chair, and established the third Wednesday of each month at 5:30 PM as their regular meeting time until at least April 20th. The newly formed Advisory Board, which aims to give the city‚Äôs youth a voice in local governance, discussed their operational guidelines and expressed a desire to plan a community engagement fair with educational opportunities.

Opa-Locka Commission Tackles RV Ordinance and Public Safety

Overview: At the recent Opa-Locka City Commission meeting, one notable issue addressed was the proposed ordinance to regulate the storage of recreational vehicles (RVs) on residential properties. The commission’s debate highlighted the need for action to prevent a repeat of scenarios in neighboring cities where RVs have become prevalent. The discussion also covered topics ranging from the implementation of new school zone speed limits to the progress of city projects and the consideration of using drones for code enforcement.

Opa-Locka CRA Approves Surveillance Camera Installation Amid Safety Concerns

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Opa-Locka Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) addressed several issues, including the approval of a resolution to enhance public safety measures by installing surveillance cameras in the CRA District. The board passed the resolution, authorizing the interim executive director to negotiate with the Opa-Locka police department, allocating up to $150,000 for crime reduction programs and the integration of a public safety platform provided by Flock Safety.

Opa-Locka Commission Eyes Park Revitalization and Multi-Purpose Facility

Overview: In a recent Opa-Locka City Commission meeting, discussions centered on the future development of the city’s parks, with a focus on the need for additional green space to accommodate projected population growth and the potential for new sports facilities. A prominent concern highlighted was the missed opportunity to build a regulation-size basketball court, which could have attracted professional teams like the Miami Heat for practice sessions, thereby generating significant revenue.