Votes at a glance: North Miami council approves procurement, planning and campus items Council approved a range of items Feb. 24 including procurement for a modular building, shade structures, MOCA HVAC emergency replacement, prequalified contractor lists, the FIU campus development agreement, and multiple land-use permits; Tab L (DPAC repeal) passed 3–2.

North Miami City Council just made pivotal decisions on procurement, planning, and campus developments that could reshape the community!

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North Miami council adopts resolution opposing state bills that would curb local recognitions The City of North Miami unanimously adopted a resolution opposing two Florida bills—identified in the meeting as SB1134 and HB1001—that council members said would prevent cities from issuing proclamations or supporting events they consider part of DEI. Council also asked staff to coordinate lobbying and legal follow-up.

North Miami City Council has taken a bold stand against state legislation aiming to limit local support for diversity and cultural recognition, framing it as a fight for community rights.

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North Miami adopts Vision Zero safety plan to target high-injury corridors and nighttime crashes The council unanimously approved the city's Vision Zero Safety Action Plan, a data-driven framework that prioritizes a high-injury network, systemic countermeasures (lighting, signage, signal upgrades), and policy changes; staff will identify a "Vision Zero champion" and pursue grant funding for implementation.

North Miami is taking bold steps to eliminate roadway fatalities and serious injuries by 2050 with the adoption of its Vision Zero Safety Action Plan!

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Votes at a glance: North Miami council passes grants, contracts and routine items At its meeting the City Council approved multiple grant awards, contract extensions and project approvals, including a $1.75 million USDOT grant for downtown redevelopment and several procurement and insurance renewals.

North Miami's City Council just approved a groundbreaking $1.75 million federal grant for downtown redevelopment—what does this mean for the future of our city?

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North Miami Council Debates Funding Priorities Amid Budget Constraints Council members address funding for local projects and ongoing tensions during budget discussions.

Tensions ran high at the North Miami City Council meeting as members clashed over funding for vital infrastructure and the impacts of state legislation on local governance.

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