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Strict Controls Proposed on Senior Events Amid Political Campaigning Concerns
Government NEWS

Strict Controls Proposed on Senior Events Amid Political Campaigning Concerns

The Miami Beach City Commission is set to vote on a resolution that would dramatically reshape city-sponsored senior events, imposing strict attendance limits and discouraging political campaigning at gatherings that have traditionally served as informal community forums for the city's aging population.

Journal Staff Dec 11, 2025
Elections
Commissioner Warns Nonprofits of Potential Funding Cuts
Government NEWS

Commissioner Warns Nonprofits of Potential Funding Cuts

The Miami Beach City Commission will consider a resolution urging cultural and nonprofit organizations to seek alternative funding sources due to potential budget constraints for fiscal year 2026 and beyond. The measure, sponsored by Commissioner Alex Fernandez, acknowledges the valuable contributions of these organizations while preparing them for possible reductions in city support.

Journal Staff Dec 11, 2025
Budget
City Commission to Consider Denouncing State Rep Basabe
Government NEWS

City Commission to Consider Denouncing State Rep Basabe

The Miami Beach City Commission will consider a resolution denouncing what officials call "false, misleading, and unsubstantiated public statements" made by State Representative Fabián Basabe against the city and its commissioners. The resolution, sponsored by Mayor Steven Meiner and Commissioners Tanya K. Bhatt, Laura Dominguez and Alex Fernandez, is scheduled for discussion at the Dec. 17 commission meeting.

Journal Staff Dec 11, 2025
City Considers Five-Year Water Taxi Service Agreement
Government NEWS

City Considers Five-Year Water Taxi Service Agreement

The Miami Beach City Commission will consider approving a five-year concession agreement with Water Taxi of Miami Beach, LLC to operate water taxi service connecting Miami Beach and Miami. The proposal, sponsored by Mayor Steven Meiner and Commissioner Laura Dominguez, includes retroactive approval of a memorandum of understanding for water taxi service during Art Week 2025.

Journal Staff Dec 11, 2025
Budget Transportation
City to Consider Campaign Sign Protection Ordinance
Government NEWS

City to Consider Campaign Sign Protection Ordinance

The Miami Beach City Commission will consider a first reading of an ordinance Tuesday that would prohibit unauthorized tampering with political campaign signs. The measure, sponsored by Commissioner Laura Dominguez, aims to protect political expression while maintaining election integrity.

Journal Staff Dec 11, 2025
Elections
Commissioner Proposes Four-Day Rule for Commission Presentations in Push for Greater Transparency
Government NEWS

Commissioner Proposes Four-Day Rule for Commission Presentations in Push for Greater Transparency

Commissioner Laura Dominguez is spearheading new legislation that would fundamentally change how Miami Beach's elected officials present information at public meetings, requiring all presentation materials to be submitted four business days in advance—a move that supporters say will enhance government transparency but could face resistance from commissioners concerned about operational flexibility.

Journal Staff Dec 11, 2025
City Could Join Coalition to Challenge State's Sweeping Land Use Restrictions
Development NEWS

City Could Join Coalition to Challenge State's Sweeping Land Use Restrictions

Miami Beach commissioners are set to vote on joining a multi-city lawsuit challenging Senate Bill 180, a controversial state law that critics argue unconstitutionally strips local governments of their ability to regulate land use and zoning for nearly four years.

Journal Staff Dec 11, 2025
Planning Infrastructure Elections