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Miami Beach is torn between funding a $6.5 million marine science museum and ensuring public safety with state-of-the-art fire equipment.

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City Council debates funding for marine science museum versus fire safety needs
Council members emphasize prioritizing fire safety over marine museum funding amid budget concerns.
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June 14, 2025 at 7:38 AM
Residents of Sunset Harbor are demanding stronger enforcement of noise regulations as local businesses crank up the volume, jeopardizing their peaceful community.

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Sunset Harbor residents voice concerns over ambient music enforcement issues
Residents raise worries about compliance and noise from nearby venues in Sunset Harbor.
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March 19, 2025 at 3:20 AM
Miami Beach proudly honors 48 years of community service as the Bicycle Center is proclaimed a cherished institution, promoting sustainability and bike safety for generations.

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Miami Beach celebrates 48 years of service by Bicycle Center with proclamation
City honors Miami Beach Bicycle Center for decades of community commitment and service.
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June 1, 2025 at 4:47 AM
In the vibrant heart of Miami Beach, a family’s dream home faces challenges as they seek a crucial design waiver to shape their future.

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Owner Jack Vincent Zara seeks design waiver for Miami Shores family home
Jack Vincent Zara requests a 5-foot facade waiver for his new family home in Miami Shores.
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March 20, 2025 at 9:09 PM
Impressive improvements in Parkview Canal's water quality show a 76% reduction in bacteria since 2020, paving the way for safer recreational activities!

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Officials report water-quality gains in Parkview Canal; hydrodynamic separators and nanobubbles planned
City staff reported statistically significant reductions in enterococci levels since 2020 and outlined near-term installations of hydrodynamic separators and a planned nanobubble oxygenation system; construction of separators is targeted to start in early 2027 and sampling will continue.
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July 16, 2026 at 4:42 PM
Miami Beach is transforming its image from nightlife to heritage with a stunning new Art Deco campaign featuring a captivating video and beautifully illustrated walking maps!

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City backs 'Art Deco: Designed to Move You' campaign; committee recommends similar North Beach effort
Miami Beach staff presented 'Art Deco: Designed to Move You', a marketing campaign including a choreographed video and illustrated walking maps paid for by GMCVB; the committee praised the product, approved recommending a similar campaign for North Beach, and heard public praise from local preservation groups.
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April 2, 2026 at 4:38 AM
Flooded Alton Road has become a battleground for residents as drivers create dangerous wakes, flooding homes and totaling cars—what's being done to tackle this urgent issue?

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Commissioners ask staff for data and short-term plan to limit Alton Road flood damage to homes
After residents described repeated home flooding and totaled cars, the committee asked police, public works and emergency management to correlate prior flood reports with weather alerts and propose a near-term communications and limited staffing plan to discourage through-drives during hazardous flood events.
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June 20, 2026 at 1:08 AM
The Historic Preservation Board has given the green light to demolish the Parkside Hotel to make way for a new play area for Base Camp 305, but with conditions for a reconstructed façade that tells its story.

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Board backs demolition at 235 Washington to create school play space, requires façade reconstruction details
The board approved demolition of the contributing Parkside Hotel at 235 Washington Avenue to create open recreational space for Base Camp 305 school, approving a reconstructed interpretive façade at the property line with detailed conditions and staff review.
https://citizenportal.ai/articles/8012719/Miami-Beach/Miami-Dade-County/Florida/Board-backs-demolition-at-235-Washington-to-create-school-play-space-requires-façade-reconstruction-details?source=bluesky&loc=FL
May 17, 2026 at 4:56 AM
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July 24, 2026 at 1:03 PM
Miami Beach is getting a makeover with a new "organic paths" design that promises enhanced walkability, lush landscaping, and improved safety along the promenade!

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Committee backs "organic" design for Miami Beach Promenade, sends recommendation to commission
The Public Safety and Neighborhood Quality of Life Committee voted July 15 to recommend the consultant-endorsed "organic paths" concept for the Miami Beach Promenade master plan, directing staff to complete the 100% master plan for presentation to the full commission.
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July 16, 2026 at 4:39 PM
Residents are demanding accountability as delays continue on the promised 5th Street pedestrian bridge, a vital public connection that could transform local safety and accessibility.

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Committee delays 5th Street pedestrian bridge decision as residents demand promised connection
The committee continued items on the proposed 5th Street pedestrian bridge to September after hearing that a developer-hired consultant is reviewing utility conflicts; speakers and commissioners pressed the city to enforce developer commitments and explore alternate alignments or overwater options if utility relocation proves infeasible.
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July 16, 2026 at 4:41 PM
The future of South Shore Drive hangs in the balance as the Historic Preservation Board considers tearing down beloved mid-century buildings for new development—will community concerns reshape the project?

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Board weighs demolition and replacement at 141–145 South Shore Drive; continues item after design requests
The board discussed a request to demolish two contributing 1‑story postwar buildings on South Shore Drive and replace them with a four‑story residential building; staff supported demolition given flood elevation and adaptive‑reuse constraints, but board members requested design revisions and continued the item to September.
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July 16, 2026 at 4:30 PM
The Bass Museum's exciting expansion plan aims to connect art and nature like never before, but board members are seeking more details before moving forward.

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Bass Museum expansion design presented; board asks for more details and continues item to September
The Bass Museum and its architect presented a plan to expand the museum campus with a new gallery building and civic plaza; board members praised the concept but asked for more detailed materials, landscape and entrance details, and continued the application to September for further refinement.
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July 16, 2026 at 3:54 PM
Miami Beach's Historic Preservation Board just approved a crucial setback variance, paving the way for 70 affordable homes for seniors despite a tricky FPL transformer issue!

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Board approves setback variance for Normandy Isles senior housing after FPL transformer issue
The Historic Preservation Board approved a variance and amendment to a prior order for a 70‑unit affordable senior housing project after staff and the applicant said an FPL transformer had been installed in the front yard for reasons tied to flood compliance and could not be feasibly relocated.
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July 16, 2026 at 3:52 PM
Miami Beach is exploring a new on-demand water taxi service that could ease weekend traffic and enhance connectivity, but will it navigate the existing code challenges?

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Committee asks staff to study on‑demand water taxi options and return in September
Commissioners discussed an idea for private on‑demand water taxis to supplement the city's water taxi. Transportation staff identified public docking candidates (Maurice Gibb Memorial Park floating dock, Miami Beach Marina subject to Suntex) and flagged code and concession issues. Committee asked staff to explore locations including North Beach and return in September with a feasibility memo.
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July 10, 2026 at 6:24 PM
The proposed redevelopment of the long-neglected Barclay parcel includes a $2 million upfront payment and commitments for affordable housing, but concerns over developer accountability remain a hot topic.

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Committee recommends moving Barclay ground‑lease to commission after developer presentation
Committee reviewed terms of a proposed long‑term ground lease for the city‑owned Barclay parcel at 1940 Park Avenue: 99‑year framework (51‑year initial term), a $2,000,000 upfront payment, developer assumption of development costs, and affordability covenants covering roughly 22% of 105 units. Commissioners pressed for stronger failure‑to‑perform protections, liquidation damages, and clarity on covenant in lieu proposals before final approval.
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July 10, 2026 at 4:59 PM
As convention traffic surges, Miami Beach officials are racing to tackle chaotic conditions on Convention Center Drive before a new hotel adds to the chaos.

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Committee seeks ride‑share geofencing and temporary lane changes to ease Convention Center area congestion
Members asked staff to study ride‑share geofencing, temporary lane repurposing ahead of hotel construction, coordinated staffing for large events and a focused traffic study at the Convention Center/18th Street garage entrance.
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June 20, 2026 at 1:06 AM