Coconut Grove’s once-gritty waterfront is generating millions in rent for the City of Miami as an upscale entertainment zone. But a close look at the lease shows the city may be shortchanging itself with favorable terms for the developer.
Politics
Tension and relations between policies and their advocates.
Elections, Referendums. Campaigns and Candidates.
Politics and Patriots: The Fight over Miami’s DDA
The Downtown Development Authority has come under fire in recent months from downtown residents who don’t want to pay an additional tax to support the agency.
The Hangar at Regatta Harbour: From Bait to Birkin Bags
Once envisioned as the retail centerpiece along Coconut Grove’s working waterfront, a former seaplane hangar on historic Dinner Key is now a playground for the well-heeled.
Back to the Future: Xavier Suarez Mounts a Comeback
Miami’s first Cuban-born mayor is seeking to return to the office he first held 40 years ago (and replace his son Francis as Miami’s top elected official).
Miami Far Short of Tree Canopy Goal
As Miami weighs changes to its tree protection laws, an FIU analysis finds that city rules meant to mitigate tree removal are inadequate, leaving the city well behind its promise of 30% canopy coverage.
HUD Rejects West Grove Housing Complaint
Federal housing officials say the parties that filed the complaint in July 2023 lack “standing.” The complaint contends that the City of Miami unfairly discriminated against Coconut Grove’s Black residents, in violation of federal law.
Another Week, Another Candidate Forum
The candidates competing to be Miami’s next mayor will face off again this week during a mayoral debate hosted by the Miami Herald and NBC 6. The forum will take place on Thursday starting at 7 p.m. at the Adrienne Arsht Center in downtown Miami, and livestreamed on www.miamiherald.com and[Read More…]
Extended Hours for Construction Noise Off the Table
Acknowledging the challenge of selling his proposal to residents, Miami District 2 Commissioner Damian Pardo withdrew the measure ahead of a scheduled vote this week — but vowed to bring it back.
Village Council Election Canceled for Lack of Candidates
After falling short of candidates, the Coconut Grove Village Council won’t hold an election this November, but after years in the wilderness its comeback effort is pressing ahead.
Miami Commission Defers Vote on Inspector General
For the second time in two weeks, the Miami City Commission declined to approve an employment contract for the city’s independent inspector general.
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