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- Miami-Dade County
- 12/20/24
- 12/20/2024
- 152 Minutes
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Overview: During the final meeting of the year for the Miami Beach Finance and Economic Resiliency Committee, the spotlight was on the city’s potential financial involvement with the FIFA World Cup 2026 and its implications for Miami Beach. With the World Cup promising an economic return of approximately $1.3 billion for the Greater Miami area, the committee deliberated on a sponsorship proposal and the challenges of ensuring public safety during the event.
- FL
- Miami-Dade County
- 12/17/24
- 12/17/2024
- 197 Minutes
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Overview: The Miami Beach Historic Preservation Board convened to discuss the potential historic designation of the Southshore Community Center, a building designed by renowned architect Morris Lapidus. The board decided to defer the decision, citing the need for additional information concerning not only the building’s historical significance but also the implications of housing a new fire station on the site. The decision, which will be revisited in March, reflects the complexities involved in balancing historical preservation with modern urban needs, particularly in areas vulnerable to environmental challenges like sea level rise.
- FL
- Miami-Dade County
- 12/17/24
- 12/17/2024
- 176 Minutes
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- Highly Noteworthy
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Overview: The Miami Beach Land Use and Sustainability Committee meeting focused on community development discussions, including proposed amendments to understory home construction regulations and the community engagement process for the West Lots development.
- FL
- Miami-Dade County
- 12/13/24
- 12/13/2024
- 141 Minutes
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- Highly Noteworthy
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Overview: The Miami Beach Public Safety Committee meeting was marked by a focus on marine conservation, public safety initiatives, and urban planning. The most significant topic was the proposal for a Marine Park in South Beach, which aims to enhance marine conservation and ecotourism. Other discussions included the enhancement of public safety communication systems, measures to address human trafficking, and traffic calming efforts on Meridian Avenue.
- FL
- Miami-Dade County
- 12/12/24
- 12/12/2024
- 332 Minutes
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Overview: The Miami City Commission meeting was marked by public scrutiny over proposals related to park development and waste management. Residents voiced strong opposition to agenda item PZ7, which proposed changes to park development regulations, arguing it would undermine community input and jeopardize Miami’s limited green spaces. Additionally, waste management issues, including potential reductions in recycling and bulky trash pickups, sparked environmental concerns amid ongoing flooding challenges in the city.
