Greater St. Paul A.M.E. Church is now accepting applications for its affordable housing units, while the City of Miami considers additional funding to help cover construction cost overruns.
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Tree Battles Reach Miami Commission — and Residents Lose Ground
After months of challenges to city-issued tree removal permits — and some victories before an oversight board — the fight has reached Miami commissioners, where tree advocates faced a tougher reception.
A Vote of Support for City Hall in Coconut Grove
The Miami City Commission voted 4-to-1 on Thursday to keep City Hall in Coconut Grove rather than move the city’s center of gravity next year to Miami Freedom Park near Miami International Airport.
As Competing Visions Emerge, Commission to Weigh Future of City Hall
The Museum of Miami is the latest group to express interest in the historic waterfront landmark at Dinner Key, but a resolution to be heard Thursday could keep elected officials and commission meetings there even after a new city administration building opens late next year.
City Says the Grove’s Tree Canopy Is Growing. Not All Are Convinced.
Residents packed a city workshop Thursday with concerns about tree loss and weak protections. But a new city analysis suggests that throughout much of Coconut Grove tree canopy is actually growing.
Miami Voters Embrace Change – Again
Miami District 2 Commissioner Damian Pardo won the change he sought at the ballot box on Tuesday. So, what’s next on his agenda?
Miami Voters Face Competing Visions for Election Reform
Miami District 2 Commissioner Damian Pardo is asking voters to move city elections to even-numbered years beginning in 2034, but critics say his proposal either doesn’t go far enough — or shouldn’t happen at all.
Grove Parents Hope New Funding Brings Long-Awaited Playground Improvements
A total of $2.6 million has been earmarked for upgrades at five Coconut Grove playgrounds as part of a broader $13 million investment in District 2. Before plans are finalized, parents say they already know what needs fixing.
Circuit Rideshare Users Embrace Service Ahead of Paid Rides
As Coconut Grove’s Circuit rideshare program prepares to begin charging many riders $2 per trip, users say the convenience of on-demand local transportation outweighs occasional glitches and long waits.
Sidewalk Protection Ordinance Heads to Final Vote
The measure would require protected pedestrian access at certain construction sites, but a last-minute change to the measure opens a wider path for developers to obtain exemptions.
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