Miami City Commissioner Rolando Escalona says he stopped the five-acre park project to reconsider how best to expand green space in Little Havana. His predecessor says there’s another explanation.
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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.
A Ban on E-Bikes in City of Miami Parks
In response to public safety concerns and some cases of property damage, the City of Miami is seeking to enforce a citywide ban on e-bikes in public parks, with limited success.
Community Gets on Board with Munroe Park Redesign
Finalized plans for Kirk Munroe Park are beginning to take shape, almost a year after developers first presented a redesign to the community.
Legos, Bocce Ball and More: The Underline Activates New Space
A new portion of the Underline has opened beneath the Metrorail and across from Coconut Grove, with space for community events, bike rentals, food trucks, and more.
A New Look for Peacock Park
The City of Miami proposes park improvements to mitigate the threat of sea level rise
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