Miami Beach, FL

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hold public hearings and vote on several land-use amendments, including North Beach residential incentives and South Pointe overlay district changes. The board will also review a progress report for a conditional use permit at 801 S. Pointe Drive and consider revocation/modification hearings for two properties. Other items include amendments related to the Wolfsonian Arts District, commission memorandums, and temporary construction parking.

• North Beach Residential Incentives – LDR Amendment (PB26-0827)
• North Beach Residential Incentives – Comprehensive Plan Amendment (PB26-0828)
• Progress report for CU-2 at 801 S. Pointe Drive (PB26-0850)
• Revocation/modification hearings for 743 Washington Avenue (PB21-0442) and 235 23rd Street (PB21-0448)
• South Pointe Overlay District – LDR Amendment (PB25-0809) and Comprehensive Plan Amendment (PB25-0809)

Design Review Board

The Miami Beach Design Review Board is meeting to review design applications for several properties, including new applications, modifications to previously approved orders, and continued items. The board will also approve minutes and receive city attorney updates. Public comment is invited.

• DRB26-1165, 7928 Byron Avenue (continued item)
• DRB25-1099, 935 2nd Street (continued item)
• DRB26-1179, 1701 Sunset Harbour Drive (modification)
• DRB26-1187, 1901 Convention Center Drive (modification)
• DRB23-0916, 2502 Prairie Avenue (new application)

Historic Preservation Board

The Miami Beach Historic Preservation Board is meeting to review seven applications for work on historic properties, including single-family homes, the Bass Museum of Art, and several Collins Avenue buildings. The board will also approve minutes from a July meeting and hear city attorney updates. All items are subject to continuance.

• HPB26-0705, 1722 Jefferson Avenue (single-family home)
• HPB26-0693, 1207 Lenox Avenue (single-family home)
• HPB26-0691, 2100/2111 Collins Avenue – The Bass Museum of Art (open/continued item)
• HPB26-0692, 141–145 South Shore Drive (open/continued item)
• HPB26-0695, 736 Collins Avenue (new application)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold a hybrid public hearing to decide on 11 zoning and land-use applications, including both continued items and new applications. The board will also review after-action reports from prior meetings and consider requests for continuances or withdrawals.

• ZBA24-0161, 605 Lincoln Road Unit 800RF (continued item)
• ZBA25-0177, 3010 Alton Road (continued item)
• ZBA26-0201, 1691 Michigan Avenue (continued item)
• ZBA26-0204, 2700 Sunset Drive (continued item)
• ZBA25-0197, 425 West 44 Street (new application)

Commission Meeting

The City Commission is meeting to vote on several procurement requests and capital improvement projects. The body is also referring multiple public safety and zoning items to committees for further discussion.

• Authorization for City Manager to award or terminate contracts during the August recess
• Contract for West Avenue Phase II neighborhood improvements with CHA Consulting, Inc. up to $1,127,336.48
• Contract for West Avenue Phase II public outreach with HML Public Outreach, LLC up to $608,172.00
• Design services for Lincoln Road improvements with James Corner Field Operations, L.L.C. up to $397,870
• Proposed sponsorship for Emerge Americas 2027 not to exceed $82,000

The City Commission rejected both a hybrid General Obligation (G.O.) Bond model and a G.O. Bond-only model to fund water, sewer, and stormwater infrastructure. Instead, the Commission approved an alternate approach: a $450 million, rate-funded Capital Improvement Plan financed through water, sewer, and stormwater rate increases. The Administration was directed to return in September with a revised project list and corresponding rate adjustments.

• Approved a $450 million Capital Improvement Plan financed through water, sewer, and stormwater rate increases (5-2).
• Rejected a hybrid model combining a $339,965,000 stormwater G.O. Bond with water/sewer rate increases (3-4).
• Rejected a G.O. Bond-only model for $789,160,000 in water, sewer, and stormwater infrastructure (2-5).
• Adopted Resolution 2026-34388, approving a lease amendment for 1691 Michigan Avenue, including a 106-year total term and $50 million in improvements (6-1).
• Adopted Resolution 2026-34389, calling for a November 3, 2026 special election for voters to decide on the 1691 Michigan Avenue lease amendment (6-1).
• Adopted Resolution 2026-34387, setting the proposed operating millage rate at 5.8060 mills and the debt service millage at 0.2693 mills.
• Adopted Resolution 2026-34398, creating a recurring $1 per hour parking holiday program for August, September, and October (7-0).
• Adopted Resolution 2026-34383, authorizing the $450 million rate-funded program and directing the administration to present the project list in September.

FERC Budget Workshop

The committee will review the preliminary operating budget and millage rate for Fiscal Year 2027. The meeting also includes an update on the preliminary capital budget for the same fiscal year.

• Fiscal Year 2027 Preliminary Operating Budget and Millage Rate
• Fiscal Year 2027 Preliminary Capital Budget Update

Public Safety and Neighborhood Quality of Life Committee

The committee will discuss the impact of proposed Medicaid cuts, including an estimated $3.84 billion reduction to Florida's funding, on the Miami Beach Community Health Center. They will also consider action on installing EV charging infrastructure on Normandy Island and amendments to lobbyist regulations. Updates will be provided on the Promenade Master Plan, the 5th Street pedestrian bridge, and the Convention Center hotel timeline.

• Update on Miami Beach Promenade Master Plan (Middle Beach)
• Discuss replacing planned 5th Street pedestrian bridge with over-water connection (South Beach)
• Discuss and take action on EV charging infrastructure on Normandy Island (North Beach)
• Discuss impact of Medicaid cuts ($3.84 billion reduction) on Miami Beach Community Health Center
• Discuss ordinance amending lobbyist definitions and transparency requirements

Land Use and Sustainability Committee

The Land Use and Sustainability Committee will discuss several proposals, including a financial incentive program for landlords to convert short-term rentals to long-term leases, amending regulations to allow tennis courts as main use in RS-2 districts, and incentivizing abandonment of retail alcohol sales on Lincoln Road. Other regular items include updates on historic hotel redevelopment on Collins Avenue and parameters for creative development proposals. Future items cover a wide range of topics from housing incentives to tree preservation, helipads, and transportation master planning.

• Discuss financial incentive program for short-term rental conversion to long-term leases
• Consider amendments to incentivize abandonment of retail alcohol sales on Lincoln Road
• Discuss setting parameters for creative development proposals as alternative to Live Local Act preemptions for workforce housing
• Consider adding helipad as accessory use in I-1 district on Terminal Island
• Monthly updates on historic hotel redevelopment on Collins Avenue (14th-20th streets)

Historic Preservation Board

The Historic Preservation Board will consider several new applications, including a proposal at The Bass Museum of Art and a PNC Bank project. The board will also hear a modification to a previously approved order for 280–300 South Shore Drive and a single-family home application at 1835 Michigan Avenue. Approval of minutes and continuance requests are also on the agenda.

• HPB26-0691: Application for 2100/2111 Collins Avenue – The Bass Museum of Art
• HPB26-0694: Application for 1011 5th Street – PNC Bank
• HPB26-0692: Application for 141–145 South Shore Drive
• HPB26-0690 (formerly HPB22-0509): Modification to previously approved order for 280–300 South Shore Drive
• HPB25-0670: Single-family home application at 1835 Michigan Avenue

Cancelled - Board of Adjustment

This meeting of the Miami Beach Board of Adjustment has been cancelled. The agenda included several variance applications and a continuance request, but no decisions or discussions will take place.

• After-action report from April 10, 2026 meeting
• ZBA24-0161: 605 Lincoln Road Unit 800RF (open/continued item)
• ZBA25-0177: 3010 Alton Road (open/continued item)
• ZBA26-0201: 1691 Michigan Avenue (new application)
• ZBA26-0204: 2700 Sunset Drive (new application)

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will hold a hybrid meeting on July 9, 2026, to review and decide on multiple land-use applications. The agenda includes consent items, continuances, continued cases, modifications to previously approved orders, and one new application. Specific addresses are listed but proposal details are not provided in the agenda.

• DRB25-1146: 1 Ocean Drive
• DRB26-1165: 7928 Byron Avenue
• DRB26-1181: 1 Washington Avenue – South Pointe Park (modification)
• DRB26-1182: 905 Bay Drive (new application)
• DRB24-1061: 1414 Alton Road (continued item)

Finance and Economic Resiliency Committee

The committee will consider a ground lease agreement for the redevelopment of the city-owned property at 1940 Park Avenue into multifamily residential and retail space. Other discussions include establishing a Muscle Beach in North Beach, an affordable housing fund, and a 20-year public-private improvement agreement for Lincoln Lane North. The committee will also discuss a $6,000 grant for high school students to attend a competition and an extension of the Lincoln Road outdoor concession fee abatement program.

• Ground lease agreement for mixed-use redevelopment at 1940 Park Avenue (The Barclay) (OB1)
• Proposed establishment of a Muscle Beach in North Beach (OB2)
• Discussion of a 20-year public/private improvement agreement for Lincoln Lane North between Meridian Avenue and Meridian Court (NB4)
• Feasibility study for an Affordable Housing Fund (NB5)
• Grant of up to $6,000 to World Affairs Council for student attendance at WorldQuest Championship (NB7)

Planning Board

The Planning Board will hear new applications including a lease agreement and code amendments at 1940 Park Avenue, and previously continued items for 1775 Collins Avenue. It will also conduct revocation/modification hearings for 743 Washington Avenue and 235 23rd Street, and discuss single-family residential zoning regulations and swale maintenance. Additionally, the board will consider requests to continue or withdraw several items, including a liquor store prohibition on Lincoln Road and North Beach residential incentives.

• PB26-0844: Lease agreement for 1940 Park Avenue
• PB26-0815/0816: LDR and comprehensive plan amendments for 1775 Collins Avenue
• PB21-0442: Revocation/modification hearing at 743 Washington Avenue
• PB25-0776: Request to continue liquor store prohibition on Lincoln Road
• Discussion on single-family residential zoning regulations

Commission Meeting

The City Commission will vote on a consent agenda with several procurement awards and contract approvals. The regular agenda includes referrals to committees for discussion of a proposed helipad zoning change on Terminal Island, possible termination of the red-light camera program, and issuance of the second tranche of 2019 general obligation bonds. Other referrals cover a school graduation sponsorship, convention center food services, and traffic improvements.

• Referral to consider amending land development regulations to allow a helipad as an accessory use in I-1 district on Terminal Island
• Referral to discuss possible termination of the city's red-light camera program
• Referral to discuss issuing the second tranche of 2019 G.O. bonds for parks and public safety
• Referral to waive convention center fees and provide up to $50,000 per year sponsorship for school graduations (fiscal years 2027–2031)
• Award of ITB for Bayshore Neighborhood traffic calming project

The Commission adopted the Consent Agenda, excluding separated and addendum items, with a 6‑0 vote. As part of the agenda, Resolution 2026‑34301 establishing a pre‑qualified pool of contractors for Cisco networking equipment was approved. The request to reject all bids for ITB 2026‑156‑JP (electric motor rewind pump repairs) was also approved.

• Adopted Consent Agenda (excluding separated and addendum items) – vote 6‑0 (Mayor absent)
• Approved Resolution 2026‑34301 establishing pre‑qualified Cisco networking contractors – vote 6‑0
• Approved rejection of all bids for ITB 2026‑156‑JP electric motor rewind pump repairs – approved

Public Safety and Neighborhood Quality of Life Committee

The Public Safety and Neighborhood Quality of Life Committee will hold a Sutnick Citizens' Forum and then discuss or take action on a wide range of quality-of-life issues, including traffic safety, flooding, code enforcement, and public amenities. Many items are discussions only; the most consequential is a discussion of how proposed Medicaid cuts could overwhelm the Miami Beach Community Health Center.

• Discuss reimagining traffic pattern at 63rd Street, Indian Creek, and Collins Avenue
• Discuss potential extension of 6-month pilot for bicycle/micromobility storage at large events
• Discuss/take action on blocking flooded lanes on Alton Road from 43rd to 63rd Street
• Explore blue light safety system along 41st Street
• Discuss impact of $3.84 billion Medicaid reduction on Miami Beach Community Health Center

FERC Budget Workshop

The Finance and Economic Resiliency Committee will receive updates on the Fiscal Year 2027 Preliminary Operating Budget and Millage Rate, as well as the Preliminary Capital Budget. These are citywide items presented by the Management and Budget department, forming the basis for future budget decisions.

• Fiscal Year 2027 Preliminary Operating Budget and Millage Rate Update
• Fiscal Year 2027 Preliminary Capital Budget

Cancelled - Land Use and Sustainability Committee

This meeting of the Miami Beach Land Use and Sustainability Committee, scheduled for June 15, 2026, has been cancelled. The agenda included discussions on temporary sales buildings in the Alton Beach Bayfront Overlay, green space expansion, green roof incentives, and alternative development proposals under the Live Local Act.

• Discuss amendment to permit temporary sales building within Alton Beach Bayfront Overlay (dual referral to Planning Board)
• Review policies to expand public and private green space, encourage sustainable landscaping, reduce pollution
• Discuss incentives for green roofs on new and existing buildings
• Discuss parameters for creative development proposals as alternative to Live Local Act preemptions, to encourage workforce housing

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board is holding a hybrid meeting to consider several design review applications. Items include new and continued applications at 120 MacArthur Causeway, 935 2nd Street, 299 72nd Street, 723 North Lincoln Lane, and 7928 Byron Avenue. The board will also hear city attorney updates, approve minutes, and handle consent agenda and continuances.

• DRB26-1176 / AKA DRB25-1121 at 120 MacArthur Causeway
• DRB25-1099 at 935 2nd Street
• DRB26-1161 FKA DRB24-1072 at 299 72nd Street
• DRB26-1162 FKA DRB17-0157 FKA DRB 23076 at 723 North Lincoln Lane
• DRB26-1165 at 7928 Byron Avenue

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will meet to review several land use applications. The agenda includes an after action report from April and several previously continued applications.

• ZBA22-0143: 125-153 Collins Avenue
• ZBA24-0161: 605 Lincoln Road Unit 800RF
• ZBA25-0177: 3010 Alton Road

Presentations and Awards Meeting

This meeting of the Miami Beach City Commission is solely a Presentations and Awards meeting with no regular business or votes on ordinances, contracts, or resolutions. The agenda consists of ten proclamations honoring various causes, individuals, and businesses, including Pulse Remembrance Day, Pride Month, and community service recognitions.

• Proclamation honoring Pulse Remembrance Day (Commissioner Fernandez)
• Proclamation recognizing Pride Month (Commissioner Fernandez)
• Proclamation recognizing Semilla and chef Frederic Joulin for dining excellence (Vice-Mayor Dominguez)
• Proclamation recognizing Tom Mooney for 33 years of service to Planning Department (Mayor Meiner)
• Proclamation recognizing ALS Awareness Day in Miami Beach (Mayor Meiner)

The Miami Beach City Commission issued two proclamations: one declaring June 12, 2026 as Pulse Remembrance Day to honor victims of the 2016 Pulse nightclub shooting, and another recognizing June 2026 as LGBTQIA+ Pride Month. Commissioners spoke in support of the LGBTQIA+ community and condemned recent state restrictions on local Pride-related activities.

• Presented proclamation honoring Pulse Remembrance Day (June 12, 2026)
• Presented proclamation recognizing LGBTQIA+ Pride Month (June 2026)

Historic Preservation Board

The Historic Preservation Board will consider modifications to a previously approved board order for the San Juan Hotel at 1680 Collins Avenue and 1671 James Avenue, and will hear a new application for 719–737 Lincoln Road (Noli). The board will also discuss railing design guidelines for non-contributing buildings and vote on the approval of minutes from the May 12, 2026 meeting.

• HPB25-0683: Modifications to previously approved board order for the San Juan Hotel (1680 Collins Ave / 1671 James Ave)
• HPB26-0686: New application for 719–737 Lincoln Road (Noli)
• Railing design guidelines for non-contributing buildings, as recommended by the Historic Preservation Board Ordinance Advisory Review Committee
• Approval of minutes from May 12, 2026 meeting

Finance and Economic Resiliency Committee

The Finance and Economic Resiliency Committee will discuss a range of old and new business items, including a plan for trapping and spaying community cats, improvements to Miami Beach Promenade, and workforce transportation solutions. Notable new business includes funding critical resiliency infrastructure through a dedicated capital millage, a lease amendment at 1691 Michigan Avenue with two additional 20-year terms, and a grant of up to $6,000 for student attendance at a world affairs competition. The committee will also hear the Inspector General's annual report and consider eliminating the 30-day waiting period for new city employee benefits.

• Resolution to prepare a plan and cost estimate for trapping and spaying community cats citywide over six months
• Discuss short-term improvements to Miami Beach Promenade between 24th and 29th streets, including sidewalk and lighting rehabilitation
• Consider grant of up to $6,000 to World Affairs Council for Miami Beach Senior High students to attend Academic WorldQuest Championship in Washington, D.C.
• Discuss first amendment to lease at 1691 Michigan Avenue adding two 20-year option terms and enhanced rent structure
• Discuss funding critical resiliency and neighborhood infrastructure through dedicated capital millage and reducing reliance on water and sewer rate increases

The committee approved a lease amendment for 1691 Michigan Avenue and passed a motion to fund stormwater and water/sewer projects via a general obligation bond and rate adjustments. Several other items were tabled for future discussion.

• Approved lease amendment for 1691 Michigan Avenue (3-0)
• Passed motion to fund stormwater via general obligation bond (3-0)
• Passed motion to fund water/sewer via rate adjustments (3-0)
• Tabled community cat trapping plan
• Tabled short-term improvements at Miami Beach Promenade
• Tabled acquisition of outlots along Indian Creek Drive
• Tabled workforce transportation solutions discussion
• Tabled private parking agreements in North Beach

Planning Board

The Miami Beach Planning Board will meet to decide on requests to continue hearings on the North Beach residential incentive amendments and a concession agreement at 1 Ocean Drive. A progress report on violations at 235 23rd Street will be presented. New applications include a proposal to change the composition of the Planning Board, updates to temporary fencing requirements for vacant lots and construction signs, and regulations for veterinary clinics in performance standard districts.

• Continuance request for PB26-0838, 1 Ocean Drive concession agreement
• Continuance request for PB26-0827, North Beach Residential Incentives LDR amendment
• Progress report for PB21-0448, 235 23rd Street due to violations
• New application PB26-0819 to modify composition of Planning Board
• New application PB26-0842, veterinary clinics in performance standard districts

Land Use and Sustainability Committee

Commission Meeting

The commission will vote on consent agenda items including procurement contracts for banking services, software, and architectural design for the Byron Carlyle Cultural Center with workforce housing. Numerous committee referrals propose studying a cable car connection to Miami, creating an affordable housing fund, and renaming streets after Denis Russ and Michael Tilson Thomas.

• Authorize negotiations with Stantec Architecture for design of Byron Carlyle Cultural Center with workforce housing (C2 D)
• Referral to study aerial cable car service connecting Miami Beach to Miami (C4 E)
• Referral to explore establishing an affordable housing fund for rental assistance and preservation (C4 F)
• Referral to rename a South Beach street after Denis Russ (C4 O)
• Referral to consider additional annual appropriations for Miami Beach FC travel soccer team (C4 Q)

The Commission discussed a recent antisemitic vandalism incident and recognized Cuban Independence Day. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.

• Discussed antisemitic vandalism at LGBTQ site (Mayor Meiner, Commissioner Bhatt)
• Welcomed Consul General of Germany Christopher Berger (Mayor Meiner)
• Recognized Cuban Independence Day (Commissioner Fernandez)
• Discussed federal indictment of Raúl Castro (Commissioner Fernandez)

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will consider new applications, modifications to previously approved orders, and continued items. Key proposals include a parking garage at 1700 Convention Center Drive and a project at 1250 West Avenue. The board will also discuss a progress report for 299 72nd Street and review a continued item at 1414 Alton Road.

• DRB26-1170: New application for parking garage at 1700 Convention Center Drive / 670 17th Street (G5 - 17 Street Parking Garage)
• DRB25-1159: New application at 1250 West Avenue
• DRB24-1061: Continued item at 1414 Alton Road
• DRB26-1161 (formerly DRB24-1072): Discussion/progress report at 299 72nd Street
• DRB25-1099: Item at 935 2nd Street (consent agenda or continuance)

Public Safety and Neighborhood Quality of Life Committee

The Public Safety and Neighborhood Quality of Life Committee will discuss several items including a plan to reform residential towing practices, creation of a quiet zone in South of Fifth, and updates on construction projects. They will also consider a resolution amending Ocean Drive sidewalk cafe design guidelines.

• Discussion of a ready-to-implement plan to end resident tows on public property except for fire hydrants, handicap spaces, and freight loading zones
• Discussion of creating a quiet zone and installing signage in the South of Fifth neighborhood
• Resolution amending Ocean Drive sidewalk cafe design guidelines to consolidate previously adopted amendments
• Discussion of pedestrian safety and community communication concerns for the West Avenue Phase II project (Segment 2)
• Discussion of extending the 6-month pilot program for bicycle and micromobility storage at large-scale events

Historic Preservation Board

The Historic Preservation Board will review several applications including modifications to a previously approved board order and new proposals. Items include HPB25-0656 (1600 Washington Avenue area), HPB25-0645 (235 Washington Avenue – Basecamp305), and HPB26-0687 (716-720 Lincoln Road). The board will also approve minutes, hear continuances, and receive city attorney updates.

• Modifications to previously approved Board Order for HPB25-0656 at 1600 Washington Avenue, 425 16th Street, and 1601 Drexel Avenue
• New application HPB25-0645 for 235 Washington Avenue (Basecamp305)
• New application HPB26-0687 for 716-720 Lincoln Road
• Approval of minutes from April 14, 2026 meeting
• Requests for continuances/withdrawals and discussion items

Finance and Economic Resiliency Committee

The Finance and Economic Resiliency Committee is discussing multiple old and new business items, including potential improvements to the Miami Beach Promenade, a condominium special assessment assistance program, and revision of pool fees. The committee will also consider several future items such as a major marina redevelopment project and various infrastructure and community initiatives.

• Discuss potential short-term improvements to Miami Beach Promenade between 24th and 29th streets including sidewalk rehabilitation and lighting
• Discuss feasibility of establishing a condominium special assessment assistance program for financially vulnerable residents
• Discuss possible revision of non-resident entrance fees and introduction of resident guest passes for city pools
• Discuss reconstructing the North Beach Historic Log Cabin at 8128 Collins Avenue
• Discuss potential acquisition of outlots along Indian Creek Drive for bus pullout bays

The Finance and Economic Resiliency Committee voted to recommend several items to the full City Commission, including creating a Condominium Special Assessment Assistance Program for financially vulnerable residents funded through development agreements, converting 19th Street parking near the Holocaust Memorial to a 3-hour maximum, and allowing free pool access for North Bay Village residents as a pilot. The committee also recommended a $10,000 recurring grant to the Police Athletic League and resurfacing basketball courts at Miami Beach High School for dual pickleball use.

• Recommended creating a Condominium Special Assessment Assistance Program (all in favor)
• Recommended converting 19th Street parking near Holocaust Memorial to 3-hour max and engaging for additional solutions (all in favor)
• Recommended amending trolley contract to allow full wraps for enhanced advertising revenue (all in favor)
• Recommended $10,000 recurring grant to Police Athletic League in honor of Sgt. David A. Cajuso (all in favor)
• Recommended negotiating resurfacing MBHS basketball courts for basketball/pickleball dual use (all in favor)
• Recommended accepting private donations for a plumbed bird bath at Belle Isle Park (2-0)
• Recommended allowing free pool access for North Bay Village residents as a pilot through end of 2026 (2-0)

Presentations and Awards

This is a ceremonial meeting of the Miami Beach City Commission with no regular agenda items. The commission will present proclamations and certificates recognizing individuals and organizations for community service, arts, athletics, and academic achievements.

• Proclamation recognizing Dr. Gershon Fink for community preparedness and volunteer service (PA 1)
• Certificates of recognition for graduates of the Neighborhood Leadership Academy (PA 2)
• Proclamation recognizing Francinelee Hand as poet, author, teacher, and patron of the arts (PA 4)
• Proclamation recognizing Hector Santos for restoring the Royal Palm Barber Shop on 41st Street (PA 7)
• Proclamation for Japanese restaurant Katana, a North Beach staple since 1993 (PA 13)

The Commission presented several proclamations and certificates to residents and local schools. These honors recognized contributions to community preparedness, the arts, and historical preservation.

• Proclaimed May 6, 2026, as Dr. Gershon Fink Day
• Presented Certificates of Recognition to 12 Neighborhood Leadership Academy graduates
• Presented Certificates of Recognition to four schools for 'Names, Not Numbers' documentary films
• Proclaimed May 6, 2026, as Francinelee Hand Day

Planning Board

The Miami Beach Planning Board will consider a concession agreement and comprehensive plan amendment at 1 Ocean Drive, a progress report for violations at 743 Washington Avenue, and new applications for mechanical parking at 1826 Collins Avenue and a lease at 1691 Michigan Avenue. They will also deliberate on comprehensive plan and land development regulation amendments for the Alton City Center overlay and North Beach Residential Incentives, plus a discussion on single-family driveway regulations.

• Concession agreement at 1 Ocean Drive (PB26-0838)
• Progress report for violations at 743 Washington Avenue (PB21-0442)
• New application for mechanical parking at 1826 Collins Avenue (PB25-0801)
• Lease agreement at 1691 Michigan Avenue (PB26-0829)
• North Beach Residential Incentives LDR and comprehensive plan amendments (PB26-0827, PB26-0828)

Commission Budget Retreat

The Miami Beach Commission held a budget retreat on May 5, 2026, to discuss the preliminary FY2027 General Fund budget, financial policies, and budget trends. Presentations projected a $21.4 million gap before a proposed resort tax adjustment, and reviewed reserve policies and revenue sources. No formal votes or decisions were taken; the retreat was informational and procedural.

• No decisions were made at this meeting.

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment meets to consider four zoning applications: one new (6300 Allison Road), two continued from prior meetings (125-153 Collins Avenue and 605 Lincoln Road Unit 800RF), one continued application (3010 Alton Road), and a modification to a previously approved board order. The board will also approve minutes and discuss any requests for continuances or withdrawals.

• ZBA22-0143: 125-153 Collins Avenue (continued from prior meeting)
• ZBA24-0161: 605 Lincoln Road Unit 800RF (continued from prior meeting)
• ZBA25-0177: 3010 Alton Road (previously continued application)
• ZBA26-0199: 6300 Allison Road (new application)
• Modification to a previously approved board order (address not specified)

Commission Meeting

The Miami Beach Commission will vote on maintaining the current living wage rates, authorize negotiations for the convention center roof design, and short-list architects for the Byron Carlyle Cultural Center with workforce housing. The consent agenda includes multiple procurement awards for water main replacement, wayfinding signage, and force main lining. Numerous items are referred to committees for future discussion, including a new marina redevelopment project and Colony Theatre management agreement.

• Maintain living wage at $13.01/hr with health benefits or $16.46/hr without, effective July 1, 2025
• Authorize negotiations with Rodriguez Architects for Miami Beach Convention Center roof remediation/replacement
• Short-list three firms (Brooks Scarpa Huber, Kaller Architecture, Stantec Architecture) for Byron Carlyle Cultural Center with workforce housing design
• Refer to committee for terms on a new Colony Theatre management agreement with Miami New Drama, Inc.
• Refer to committee for review of new marina redevelopment project in South Beach (new lease and development agreement)

The Commission adopted a resolution to keep living wage rates at $13.01 per hour with benefits or $16.46 without. Several procurement requests were approved, including design services for the Convention Center roof and the Byron Carlyle Cultural Center. The Commission also authorized a request for proposals for healthcare benefits consultant services.

• Maintained living wage rates at $13.01/hr with benefits or $16.46/hr without (Resolution 2026-34207)
• Approved negotiations with Rodriguez Architects, Inc. for Convention Center roof remediation (Resolution 2026-34208)
• Approved short-list of three top-ranked proposers for Byron Carlyle Cultural Center architectural design (Resolution 2026-34209)
• Approved routine renewal options, task orders, change orders, and contract amendments
• Approved RFP 2026-072-ND for healthcare benefits consultant services (7-0)
• Approved RFQ 2026-328-DF for constructability, cost and value engineering review services