More than 21,000 Miami residents – 12% of all eligible voters – have already voted ahead of this week’s election. That includes 13,133 people who voted by mail this year, and another 8,127 who cast a ballot in person at an early-voting site like Miami City Hall, according to numbers[Read More…]
Tag: Damian Pardo
City Commission to Consider Lifetime Term Limits
In a move aimed at the political dynasties that have long dominated Miami City Hall, District 2 Commissioner Damian Pardo wants voters to approve new rules preventing former officials from returning to office.
Residents Endorse New Virrick Park Pool Design
In response to community pressure, the City of Miami agrees to spend an additional $3.2 million to deliver a deeper pool and more aquatic programming.
Welcome to the Little Bahamas Business Corridor
Pardo seeks to boost the economic prospects of West Grove businesses with a new marketing initiative.
Ken Russell Pulls Back the Curtain, Part 2
The former city commissioner talks about the influence of lobbyists in City Hall, the failure of Coconut Grove zoning reform, and the challenges facing Commissioner Damian Pardo.
City Commission Approves Redistricting Settlement
After a two-week deferment, the City Commission voted 4-to-1 to settle a federal lawsuit over racial gerrymandering
Commission Votes to Roll Back Billboard Ordinance
The vote came after hours of public comment with billboard opponents outnumbering supporters by a margin of 4-to-1.
City Agrees to Deepen Virrick Park Pool
City officials plan to present new design plans to the community on Wednesday, May 29 at the Virrick Park pool construction site.
Sign of the Times
The showdown over large digital advertising signs in downtown Miami returns to the Miami City Commission this week for a final vote.
Redistricting Settlement Gets Deferred until May 23
Commissioner Damian Pardo, who was absent, expresses disappointment at the deferral
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