The Miami City Commission gave up the lifetime pensions they awarded themselves last week after Miami Mayor Francis Suarez vetoed the move.
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Commission Defers Proposed Changes to City Tree Protection Ordinance
Opponents call the changes a developer giveaway that will weaken tree laws and hamper efforts to enhance canopy.
Florida House District 113 Election Showdown
Republican Vicki Lopez, the author of two controversial housing laws, faces a challenge from Democrat Jackie Gross-Kellogg in a tight, testy campaign.
Opinion: Lifetime Pensions for Miami’s Elected Officials? Voters Should Decide
When I ran for office nearly ten years ago, I campaigned against the fact that my predecessor was leaving his part-time commission position with a lifetime pension that would cost tax payers for years to come. That commissioner and his counterparts eliminated that lifetime pension for all future commissioners, but[Read More…]
A New Watchdog at Miami City Hall
The Miami City Commission voted this week to create an independent Office of Inspector General in response to a series of recent scandals at City Hall.
The Harmony of Hope
A Coconut Grove teenager is helping disadvantaged children discover the power and the magic of music, one guitar lesson at a time.
Crime Down in Coconut Grove but Residents Uneasy over Recent Incidents
Miami Police report a falling crime rate, but community safety concerns persist following a spate of car break-ins, burglaries and a stabbing.
County Selects Two Developers for West Grove Housing Project
One developer is seeking to build a 20-story mixed-income apartment building on Douglas Road. Community leaders have concerns.
Community Divided Over Proposed Bahamian Museum
Two years after a $6 million federal grant was announced, the project remains shrouded in secrecy; some residents are miffed by the lack of community input.
Village Council: A Legacy on Life Support
In the wake of a bruising power struggle, including allegations of misconduct and abuse, the Grove’s signature civic group is struggling to regain its relevance.
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