The fate of the “lifetime” term limits proposed by Miami District 2 Commissioner Damian Pardo may depend on who fills the commission seat left vacant by the death of Commissioner Manolo Reyes. Pardo asked his fellow commissioners on Thursday to push the proposal to the April 24 meeting after Commission[Read More…]
News Briefs
Construction Noise Ordinance Deferred
Facing strong pushback over controversial changes to Miami’s noise ordinance the Miami City Commission on Thursday deferred the item indefinitely. District 2 Commissioner Damian Pardo, who sponsored the legislation, requested the deferral after receiving strong pushback from constituents who complained the ordinance, as proposed, would allow construction crews to work[Read More…]
Last Call: Free Tax Service at St. Stephen’s
St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church on McFarlane Road makes it easy to file a tax return for households that earned $67,000 or less last year – but time is running out to sign up for the free tax preparation service. The last day is Saturday April 12. “We take taxpayers from[Read More…]
What Local News Means to You
The Miami Foundation and its partners have started Press Forward South Florida to provide financial support to independent nonprofit news organizations like the Coconut Grove Spotlight. To get started, the foundations are asking news consumers across South Florida to share their thoughts about local news. Follow this link to participate[Read More…]
Thoughts on Permitting Process for Tree Trimming or Removal?
City officials are proposing changes to Miami’s tree protection ordinance. Among the outcomes they hope to achieve is a less costly, streamlined process for residents and property owners to trim or remove trees. The Spotlight is keen to hear your experiences with obtaining permits for tree trimming or removal –[Read More…]
Take the Survey: What Local News Means to You
The Miami Foundation and four partner foundations in South Florida are raising money to support independent nonprofit news organizations like the Coconut Grove Spotlight. The initiative – called Press Forward South Florida – has received $3 million in seed funding from the Knight Foundation in Miami, and hopes to begin[Read More…]
City Withdraws Proposed Solid Waste Changes
Miami City Manager Art Noriega withdrew a proposal last week that could have led to a suspension of the city’s curbside recycling program and a reduction in the bulky waste pickup service provided by the Solid Waste Department. The City Commission had been expected to consider the item at last[Read More…]
Happy Hour with the Spotlight
Curious to know who’s behind the Coconut Grove Spotlight and the brilliant editorial content we post twice a week on our website? Join us on Tuesday March 4 at Berries in the Grove (2884 SW 27th Avenue) for an informal conversation with our crack editorial crew. Have a question, comment[Read More…]
Mom and Pop Grants for Small Business
Small business owners in Coconut Grove that need a boost to reach that next level of success can apply this month for a Mom and Pop grant of up to $3,000 from Miami-Dade County. The grant money can be used to: Learn more about the eligibility requirements and application process[Read More…]
City Defers Decision on Solid Waste
The Miami City Commission agreed on Thursday to allow a developer to open a temporary sports facility on Grand Avenue in the West Grove while waiting to break ground on a much more ambitious mixed-used project with 176 apartments.
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