The local organizers behind the petition drive announced this week that they had collected more than enough signatures to place a series of proposed political reforms before voters on the ballot this year.
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City to Vote on Shifting Housing Density From Affordable Projects
The proposal would expand an existing program that allows developers to sell and transfer development rights from affordable housing developments to market-rate and luxury projects – even if no affordable units are added at those locations.
A Tallahassee Vacancy Leaves the Grove Without a Voice
Frustrated by the governor’s failure to call a special election to fill an empty seat in House District 113, one candidate has turned his backyard tiki hut into a “constituent” office to meet with district voters, including those in the North Grove.
Pardo at the Halfway Point
Miami District 2 Commissioner Damian Pardo is getting mixed reviews from constituents in Coconut Grove and elsewhere as he passes the halfway point in his four-year term. He faces reelection in 2027.
Miami Moves to Revive Tower Theater in Little Havana
The Miami City Commission voted last week to hand control of the historic Tower Theater back to Miami Dade College, reversing a controversial 2022 decision that placed the theater under the direct control of Miami City Commissioner Joe Carollo.
A New Manager for the City of Miami
The Miami City Commission on Thursday approved Mayor Eileen Higgins’ choice of James Reyes to lead the City of Miami’s often factious government. Reyes starts his new job on Monday.
Miami’s New Mayor Reports for Duty
Eileen Higgins took the oath of office on Thursday as the City of Miami’s first woman mayor, replacing outgoing Mayor Francis Suarez.
A $250,000 Grant, a DJ, and the Mayor’s Final Days
In his last week in office, Mayor Francis Suarez secured City Commission approval for a grant to a for-profit events company — after organizers warned a venue change could hurt profits.
How Coconut Grove Voted on Tuesday
Three out of four Coconut Grove voters helped Mayor-Elect Eileen Higgins make history this week as the first woman to reach the City of Miami’s highest elected office.
Making History: An Election Night Celebration
Mayor-Elect Eileen Higgins and supporters celebrated her election on Tuesday night after voters chose her as the first woman to serve as mayor in the City of Miami.
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