Office of Resilience and Sustainability reports tree giveaways, major FIND grants and initial electric‑vehicle purchases Chief Resilience Officer Sonia Brubaker reported distribution of 500 trees citywide, multiple FIND grants totaling more than $6.1 million for shoreline and park resiliency projects, purchase of six electric vehicles from DOE funds and a resilience accomplishments overview (including BE305 compliance and SolSmart silver).

Miami's Chief Resilience Officer announced groundbreaking initiatives, from distributing 500 trees to securing over $6.1 million in grants for vital park and shoreline projects!

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County innovation authority invites solutions for emergency‑management challenge; $100,000 equity award per winner The Miami‑Dade Innovation Authority (MDIA) presented Public Innovation Challenge No. 7 in partnership with the county Department of Emergency Management seeking tech solutions to streamline emergency operations and situational awareness; applications are due Dec. 18 and selected winners receive $100,000 and pilot opportunities.

The Miami-Dade Innovation Authority is offering a chance for innovators to tackle emergency management challenges with a $100,000 equity investment and pilot opportunities—don't miss your chance to make a difference!

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Miami planners propose Resilience Trust Fund pilot in Edgewater to pay for flood and heat projects in exchange for density Planning staff proposed a Resilience Trust Fund (Chapter 62/Miami 21) pilot in Edgewater that would let developers buy bonus units (up to 100% density increase in T4–T6 transects in storm‑surge zones a–c) by contributing per‑unit fees to a trust used for infrastructure projects; committee members supported the concept in a nonbinding straw vote (3‑

Miami's new Resilience Trust Fund could transform how developers tackle flooding and urban heat, all while boosting local infrastructure!

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Board continues Northeast 78th Street future‑land‑use and rezoning items after neighborhood concerns The board continued a small‑scale future‑land‑use amendment and zoning map change for three parcels along Northeast 78th Street, agreeing to a December 17, 2025 deferral so the applicant can meet with neighbors about concerns including potential five‑story buildings, waterfront setbacks, and the Little River buffer.

The Planning, Zoning & Appeals Board has postponed a controversial land-use change along Northeast 78th Street, as community concerns over potential five-story buildings and increased traffic echo through Miami.

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Board approves administrative reasonable‑accommodation procedure for persons with disabilities The board approved a city ordinance establishing an administrative reasonable‑accommodation process to implement federal and state non‑discrimination requirements (including certified recovery residences), defining application requirements, five approval criteria, and an appeal pathway to the city manager.

Miami's Planning, Zoning & Appeals Board has just taken a groundbreaking step to empower persons with disabilities by approving a new ordinance for reasonable accommodations!

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Board backs text amendment to allow residential uses on civic institution parcels with workforce housing requirement The Planning board recommended a text amendment to the Miami ’21 code to allow residential uses on parcels owned or controlled by religious institutions, nonprofits, or government entities, and added an exception to allow CI parcels abutting T3 to develop to T4 by exception; board voted 7–0.

Miami's Planning Board just approved a major amendment to allow residential development on civic institution properties, paving the way for affordable housing and new living spaces!

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Omni CRA approves separation of executive director, names Carlos Suarez interim leader At its October meeting the Omni Community Redevelopment Agency authorized the separation of ASEA Jones as executive director, appointed Carlos Suarez as executive director and approved an auditor selection committee. The board passed three resolutions by voice vote after brief public comment and remarks from the outgoing and incoming directors.

The Omni Community Redevelopment Agency shakes things up by appointing Carlos Suarez as the new executive director, following the separation from ASEA Jones, amidst growing community concerns and ambitious redevelopment goals.

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Miami advisory committee backs existing affordable-housing incentive strategies The City of Miami Affordable Housing Advisory Committee voted unanimously to accept the Department of Housing and Community Developments recommendation to retain the city's current suite of affordable-housing incentives and forward the recommendation to the City Commission for consideration on Nov. 20, 2025.

Miami's Affordable Housing Advisory Committee is taking bold steps to keep housing accessible, with new initiatives aimed at helping first-time buyers and addressing the needs of middle-income workers.

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Civil Service Board approves findings in grievance over 2024 lieutenant promotional exam The board approved a report to the city manager on a grievance filed by two sergeants challenging the 2024 lieutenant promotional exam, accepting edits to the report’s test‑name references and retaining language about panel testing.

The Miami Civil Service Board has unanimously approved a pivotal report regarding a grievance over the controversial 2024 lieutenant promotional exam, revealing potential violations of civil service rules.

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Consultants show conceptual plan to convert Virginia Key landfill into park with condensed sports fields and expanded hammock habitat City consultants presented a conceptual redesign for the closed Virginia Key landfill that would condense athletic fields to the southern portion of the site, expand coastal hammock habitat, add lookouts, and separate service access from recreational access. Board members pressed for biological study of dying mangroves and clarification about cаппі

A visionary plan aims to transform the closed Virginia Key landfill into a lush public park, prioritizing native habitats while reimagining athletic fields for community use.

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Votes at a glance: Oct. 23 Miami City Commission — key approvals, deferrals and withdrawals A compact summary of formal actions taken Oct. 23 by the Miami City Commission, including withdrawal of a proposed ordinance to abolish the Bayfront Park Trust, first‑reading votes on FIFA 'clean zone' rules and a package of planning and zoning actions.

The Miami City Commission made significant strides at their recent meeting, including the withdrawal of a controversial Bayfront Park ordinance and the approval of ambitious new developments.

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Commission pauses plan to dissolve Bayfront Park Management Trust after heated debate The Miami City Commission voted to withdraw an ordinance that would have abolished the Bayfront Park Management Trust and move park operations into city control, after objections from the trust's chair and several commissioners who sought more time to plan a transition.

The Miami City Commission's decision to pause the dissolution of the Bayfront Park Management Trust sparks a heated debate on the future of waterfront events and local revenue.

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City unveils permitting reforms and enterprise permitting plan; BRDs due in spring City planning, building and public‑works staff presented a multi‑department effort to speed permitting, clarify entitlements and build a new enterprise permitting system; business‑requirements documents are due in April and a full system rollout is expected over the next 2–3 years.

Miami is revolutionizing its permitting process with a bold new initiative to cut wait times and simplify rules for homeowners and small businesses!

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Commission approves ‘Eco Resiliency’ plan for Watson Island with 13.2‑acre public waterfront park The commission approved an amended special area plan and a related development agreement allowing two residential towers up to 48 stories on Watson Island and establishing a 13.235‑acre public waterfront park; the plan includes a developer agreement reviewed under Chapter 163, Florida Statutes.

Miami's city commission just greenlit a bold new plan for Watson Island, featuring two towering residential buildings and a sprawling 13.2-acre public waterfront park!

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Board OKs limited commercial uses in restricted transit zones for affordable housing projects The board recommended changes to Miami '21 allowing limited commercial uses (up to 10% floor area) inside T5R/T6R restricted transit zones when those uses are tied to federally or state funded affordable housing programs, with the change intended to let projects receive specific funding that requires on‑site workforce or social‑service space.

Miami's Planning Board is paving the way for affordable housing projects by allowing limited commercial uses in transit zones, a game-changing amendment with potential funding benefits!

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Planning board backs Echo Resiliency SAP for Watson Island, approves 13.2-acre public waterfront park and rezoning The Planning, Zoning and Appeals Board recommended approval of the Eco Resiliency Special Area Plan (SAP) for the former Jungle Island site on Watson Island, endorsing a 13.235‑acre waterfront park and rezoning of a 5.4‑acre development parcel to allow residential towers with a cap of 48 stories and up to 600 units; the board approved the SAP with

Exciting changes are coming to Watson Island with the proposal for a stunning 13.2-acre public waterfront park and two soaring residential towers!

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Board creates Resilience Trust Fund and approves limited doubling of density in two resilience areas with discount for on‑site infrastructure Planning staff won board approval to create a Resilience Trust Fund (chapter 62) and to amend Miami '21 to permit up to 100% additional residential density in specified coastal resilience fund areas (T4/T5/T6 transects) in exchange for contributions to the fund (initial contribution set at $45,000 per extra unit), with a 15% contribution discount

Miami is set to boost coastal resilience by allowing developers to double residential density in exchange for funding critical stormwater infrastructure—could this be the solution to our flooding woes?

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UDRB approves Wynwood Park workforce tower with conditions to revisit podium and tower detailing The board approved the 36‑story Wynwood Park project under Live Local but required revisions to podium screening, tower colors/massing, and rooftop treatment before permitting.

Wynwood Park's ambitious 36-story tower project has been greenlit, but not without critical conditions to enhance its visual appeal and functionality!

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UDRB clears 55‑story Live Local tower in Overtown, asks for entrance module and activated podium art The board approved a 55‑story Live Local development in Southeast Overtown with conditions requiring a three‑story module at the main entrance, study of dynamic (LED/digital) podium art, and additional sidewalk planting.

A groundbreaking 55-story Live Local tower in Southeast Overtown has been approved, promising vibrant residential units and dynamic art features that will transform the urban landscape.

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UDRB approves 47‑story 3350 Biscayne tower with 200 Live Local units, grants parking waiver The Urban Development Review Board approved the 47‑story mixed‑use project at 3350 Biscayne Boulevard, including 200 units reserved under Floridas Live Local program and a requested 30% parking reduction.

Miami's skyline is about to change with the approval of the 47-story 3350 Biscayne tower, featuring 200 affordable housing units and vibrant retail spaces!

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UDRB approves Midtown Park mixed‑use master plan, asks design tweaks on plaza and pavilion roof The board approved the multi‑tower Midtown Park master plan (924 units, major use permit) and attached conditions asking the applicant to refine plaza paving scale and pavilion roof detailing.

The Urban Development Review Board has given the green light to a transformative Midtown Park project featuring 924 residential units and vibrant public spaces, but not without requesting crucial design refinements!

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Miami Marine Stadium Update as City Seeks Operating Partner Negotiations City manager prepares to negotiate with top proposal for Marine Stadium's future.

Exciting developments are underway for the Miami Marine Stadium as the city navigates the path toward a new operating partner and crucial public approval!

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Miami Preservation Board Approves Special Certificates for Alterations in Historic Districts The Miami Historic and Environmental Preservation Board approves multiple special certificates for property alterations.

A crucial meeting on historic preservation in Miami took a surprising twist when the applicant for a major development failed to show, leaving the future of the project in limbo.

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Miami officials discuss historic preservation and certificates of appropriateness for window replacements Miami addresses window replacements in historic districts lacking permits and certificates of appropriateness.

Miami is taking a stand on historic preservation, emphasizing the crucial need for Certificates of Appropriateness for window replacements in its treasured neighborhoods.

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City Board Discusses Archaeological Dig Permits and Historic Preservation Funding Board members address certificates for archaeological digs and historic preservation grant program.

Miami's Historic Environmental Preservation Board is taking a stand for the city's archaeological treasures, pushing for stricter regulations and new grant programs to protect our past!

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Miami City Council prioritizes pedestrian safety improvements in Little Havana area City officials announce plans to enhance pedestrian safety and access near local schools.

Miami's Historic Environmental Preservation Board is sounding the alarm on pedestrian and bicyclist fatalities, revealing that speed plays a role in 30% of these tragic incidents.

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Morningside Board Discusses Historic Approval for Renovations at 2221 Northwest Sixth Street Board reviews partial demolition and alterations on historic property in Morningside district.

Tensions rise in Miami as the Historic Environmental Preservation Board grapples with a controversial renovation proposal that could reshape the Morningside Historic District!

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Wynwood NRD 1 Approves Signage Permit for ThrowSocial Project Wynwood NRD 1 approves signage permit for ThrowSocial, retaining previous sign style.

The Wynwood Design Review Committee has given the green light to the "ThrowSocial" project, promising a fresh yet familiar look for the iconic sign at the former Oasis site!

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Wynwood Design Review Committee Approves Chipotle and West Elm Signage Permits Committee approves signage for Chipotle and West Elm in Wynwood Fashion District.

The Wynwood Design Review Committee is set to transform the neighborhood's visual landscape with their latest approval of signage for local businesses, including the much-anticipated Ted Burgers!

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Wynwood Design Review Committee Approves Signage for Ted's Burgers and Other Projects Committee unanimously approves signage proposals for Ted's Burgers and other developments in Wynwood.

The Wynwood Design Review Committee just approved exciting new signage for Ted's Burgers, sparking a wave of community engagement and transparency in Miami's vibrant landscape!

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