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.
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Elections, Referendums. Campaigns and Candidates.
Lifetime Pensions for Miami City Commissioners
Miami Commission Poised to Vote on Inspector General
Promised IG’s independence and capabilities debated at City Commission
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.
County Wins Another Round in Battle over Playhouse
With another legal victory and proposed funding, Miami-Dade County appears ready to move forward with its restoration plan. Opponents vow to fight on.
Tax Time at Miami City Hall
Miami District 2 Commissioner Damian Pardo talks about his budget priorities ahead of the City Commission’s final budget hearing on Thursday September 26.
A New Push for a West Grove CRA?
The fight over the fate of the Omni CRA is prompting West Grove leaders to remind Miami commissioners of the commitment they made in 2021.
Miami’s Solid Waste Fee Capped at $380
The Miami City Commission voted Saturday to set the solid waste fee paid by homeowners at $380 for the fiscal year that begins October 1 – the same rate that homeowners paid this year. The commission voted in June to cap the fee at $440 – a 16% increase –[Read More…]
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