Miami Beach Planning Board Tackles Hotel Height Increase Proposal

Overview: The Miami Beach Planning Board recently convened to discuss a range of issues affecting the city, with a proposal to increase building heights for non-transient residential use in the RPS4 zoning district standing out as particularly significant. The proposal aims to incentivize the preservation of historic buildings by allowing for increased building height, a topic that sparked considerable debate among board members and the community.

Miami Beach Committee Tackles Marina Lease and Cat Population Concerns

Overview: In a recent meeting of the Miami Beach Finance and Economic Resiliency Committee, pivotal discussions took center stage around the possible extension of the Miami Beach Marina lease with Sunex and a comprehensive approach to managing the city’s burgeoning cat population. The committee also delved into traffic congestion alleviation and financial support for local schools, highlighting the diverse array of challenges facing the city.

Miami City Commission to Discuss Litigation Strategies in Private Session

Overview: In a recent session, Miami City Commission convened on July 25th, 2024, to discuss pending litigation involving several local businesses versus the City of Miami. The session, slated to be private, was focused on settlement negotiations or strategy sessions related to litigation expenditures and was expected to last approximately one hour. This private attorney-client meeting was conducted in accordance with Florida Statutes section 286.011(8).

Miami Commission Debates Expansion of Community Redevelopment Agencies

Overview: The Miami City Commission recently held a meeting that focused on impactful discussions surrounding the extension and expansion of Community Redevelopment Agencies (CRAs) in the Alapata and Omni areas, which could shape the future of neighborhood revitalization and affordable housing in the city. The debate on CRAs took center stage, bringing to light contrasting perspectives on how to address urban blight and the financial strategies to support redevelopment efforts.

Miami Beach Appoints New City Manager Amid Robust Debates

Overview: Miami Beach City Commission has appointed Eric Carpenter as the new city manager, concluding a robust and lengthy selection process that included a series of nuanced discussions and deliberations. The meeting, which spanned several agenda items, also featured discussion over a residential parking permit pilot program for North Beach and various amendments to city ordinances.