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Commission Sends 106-Year Lincoln Lease to November Ballot on 6-1 Vote
Development NEWS

Commission Sends 106-Year Lincoln Lease to November Ballot on 6-1 Vote

On second reading Wednesday, Miami Beach commissioners voted 6-1 to approve the RK Rivani ground-lease amendment at 1691 Michigan Avenue and called a November 3 special election to let voters ratify it. Commissioner David Suarez cast the lone no vote.

Journal Staff Jul 24, 2026
Elections
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
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
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
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