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Miami Beach Names William MacDonald as Parking Director
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Miami Beach Names William MacDonald as Parking Director

The Miami Beach City Commission approved the appointment of William MacDonald as Parking Director on February 26, 2025. MacDonald brings over 13 years of executive experience, including leadership at the University of Florida and Denver International Airport. A UCF graduate and Certified Administrator of Public Parking, he will oversee citywide parking operations, enforcement, and mobility initiatives as Miami Beach advances its transportation modernization efforts.

Journal Staff Feb 27, 2025
Miami Beach Appoints Steven Anthony as Economic Development Director
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Miami Beach Appoints Steven Anthony as Economic Development Director

The Miami Beach City Commission approved the appointment of Steven Anthony as Economic Development Director on March 19, 2025. Anthony brings over 18 years of experience in banking, finance, and economic development, including leading Kansas City’s Economic Development Corp, where he helped attract Meta and Google, creating 5,000 jobs and $3 billion in investment. A Georgetown MRE graduate, he will guide business growth and investment in Miami Beach.

Journal Staff Mar 20, 2025
Miami Beach Appoints New Director of Public Works
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Miami Beach Appoints New Director of Public Works

The Miami Beach City Commission approved Resolution C7AK on July 23, 2025, appointing John C. Norris as Director of Public Works. Norris, a civil engineer with 15 years of municipal experience in Coral Springs and St. Petersburg, will oversee infrastructure, stormwater, and solid-waste operations. His appointment comes as Miami Beach prioritizes resilience and modernization to address flooding and service demands on the barrier island.

Journal Staff Jul 24, 2025
Infrastructure
A City Transformed: Miami Beach and the 2025 Art Week
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A City Transformed: Miami Beach and the 2025 Art Week

Each December, Miami Beach becomes more than a destination—it becomes a global stage for contemporary art. This year’s Miami Art Week returns in full force from December 1–7, 2025.

Journal Staff Nov 11, 2025