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North Miami public meetings in 2025

36 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Tue Dec 16, 2025

Commission for Women

Commission appoints a new Vice Chair for the North Miami Women Board

The Commission for Women will consider appointing a Vice Chair and adopt standing rules for comments. Members will discuss the 2026 program calendar, including the NoMi Women Meet‑Up, Get Fit NoMi, 50 Female Startup, Empower Her mentorship, and the 4th Annual Women Wellness Brunch. A special presentation will cover the Miami‑Dade Women’s Summit, its leadership structure, sponsorship packages, location, budget, and fiscal agent. Reports on recent initiatives such as the first NoMi Women’s Meet‑Up and a $25k female startup funding will also be reviewed.

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Wed Dec 3, 2025

Centennial Committee

North Miami plans centennial events and speaker series

The Centennial Committee will meet to discuss a lecture series, a call for artists for a gala, and the 100-year-old homes initiative. The group will also plan a site visit for January 2026.

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Tue Dec 2, 2025

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to approve FIU Campus Development Agreement execution

The North Miami Planning Commission will consider a resolution authorizing the City to execute the Campus Development Agreement with the Florida International University Board of Trustees. The commission will also hear a conditional‑use permit application to convert 15 dormitory units into residential dwellings on parcels at 1640 NE 127th Street and nearby lots. A Public Works staff member is scheduled to provide a rendering and update on the pedestrian bridge at 131st Street.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission defers campus agreement and approves housing permit

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the September 18 meeting. It voted to defer the campus development agreement resolution (PC 17-114). It unanimously approved a conditional use permit to convert dormitory units to residential apartments at 1640 NE 1277 Street and adjacent parcels (PC 17-115).

Wed Nov 19, 2025

Board of Adjustment

Board of Adjustment to review zoning variances for beauty salon and rear yard paving

The Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings to decide on two variance requests. These items are quasi-judicial, meaning the board will determine if the requests are approved, denied, or approved with conditions.

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Wed Nov 19, 2025

Board of Adjustment

Board to consider zoning variances for beauty salon and residential paving

The Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings to decide on two variance requests. These include a request to reduce the required distance between beauty salons and a request to legalize unpermitted paving in a residential rear yard.

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Tue Nov 18, 2025

Commission for Women

Commission proposes annual Miami‑Dade Women’s Leadership Summit for Spring 2026

The North Miami Commission for Women will consider two proposals: hosting an Annual Miami‑Dade County Women’s Leadership Summit in March 2026, and launching the Women’s Health Equity & Preventive Care Initiative (WHEP‑33161). The board will also discuss appointing Norisa Glickman as the commission chair. All items are presented for discussion and possible approval at the November 18 meeting.

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Thu Nov 6, 2025

Centennial Committee

Centennial Committee plans 2026 birthday celebration and gala

The committee is discussing events for the city's centennial, including historic trolley rides and a carnival-themed birthday celebration on February 5, 2026. Members are reviewing the sponsorship packet and fundraising focus for a gala scheduled for December 5, 2026.

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Tue Oct 21, 2025

Youth Council

Youth Council will discuss 2025 initiatives and Thanksgiving Parade

The North Miami Youth Council meeting will include a discussion of its 2025 initiatives, sponsored by Youth Council Mayor Esthecy Cotiere. It will also discuss the Thanksgiving Parade, sponsored by Youth Council Vice-Mayor Jeffrey Sainlair. The agenda also contains a consent agenda, special presentations, and a segment for requests, petitions, communications, and discussions.

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Tue Oct 21, 2025

Commission for Women

Commission proposes hosting an Annual Miami-Dade Women’s Leadership Summit

The North Miami Commission for Women will meet on October 21, 2025 to hear special presentations on the state of women and girls in Florida. The board will discuss a proposal to host an Annual Miami-Dade Women’s Leadership Summit in spring 2026, outlining partners and expected outcomes. A public hearing will also be held during the meeting.

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Wed Oct 15, 2025

Board of Adjustment

Board will decide on a vehicle‑sales special exception at 1995 NE 150 St

The North Miami Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on two petitions. One is a special exception to permit a vehicle sales use at 1995 NE 150 St within the M‑1 industrial district. The other is a variance to reduce the required 1,500‑foot separation between beauty salons to 885 feet at 1073 NE 125 St in the C‑3 zoning district. After staff reports and public comment, the board will vote to approve, deny, or approve with conditions.

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Thu Oct 2, 2025

Centennial Committee

Planning the 2026 Centennial Gala at FIU Kovens Center

The Centennial Committee will appoint its chair, present the city seal, and review ideas for the centennial celebration. A major focus is the overview of Task #1 – the Centennial Gala scheduled for Saturday, December 5, 2026, with 300‑350 guests at the FIU Kovens Center. The committee will also identify additional tasks, set dates for the next meeting and a site visit, and organize subcommittees for program, entertainment, food, décor, and budget logistics.

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Thu Sep 18, 2025

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider two residential development permits

The North Miami Special Planning Commission will consider two conditional use permits for residential developments: a 10-unit townhouse project and an 18-unit residential building. The meeting agenda also includes the approval of minutes from the previous session.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approved an 18‑unit residential project

The commission approved the June 26, 2025 minutes by a 7‑0 vote. It deferred a conditional use permit for a 10‑unit townhouse project with a 6‑1 vote. It approved a conditional use permit for an 18‑unit residential building by a 7‑0 vote.

Wed Sep 17, 2025

Board of Adjustment

Board reviews special exception for cosmetology school and six variances

The North Miami Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on one special exception and six variance requests. Each item will be considered for approval, denial, or conditional approval after staff reports and public comment. The meeting follows standard procedural items such as roll call, approval of minutes, and announcements.

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Tue Sep 16, 2025

Commission for Women

Board reviews budget and invoices for 3rd Annual NoMi Women Wellness Brunch

The Commission for Women will debrief the third annual NoMi Women Wellness Brunch, reviewing its budget and any outstanding invoices. A discussion will be held on the “Empowering Women’s Health in North Miami” initiative sponsored by Commissioner Dr. Etienne. The meeting also includes a public hearing, questions and answers, and announcements.

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Tue Aug 19, 2025

Commission for Women

Commission for Women swears in re-appointed member and reviews NoMi Women Wellness Summit budget

The Commission for Women will hold its regular meeting to organize, hear a swearing-in for a re-appointed board member, and review the budget for the 3rd Annual NoMi Women Wellness Summit. The summit’s budget includes line items for décor, catering, program materials, invitations, and a $100 social media post boost.

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Tue Jul 15, 2025

Commission for Women

Commission for Women to vote on mentorship launch and wellness summit date

The Commission for Women will discuss updates on the 50 Female Start-Up and Empower Her NoMi initiatives. The board will vote on the launch date for the Empower Her Mentorship Program and the date for the Annual NoMi Women Wellness Summit Brunch.

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Thu Jun 26, 2025

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider sale of NW 120th Street segment

The Planning Commission will review a request to vacate and sell a portion of NW 120th Street to a private developer. The body will also consider text amendments to the city's Land Development Regulations regarding a cultural arts overlay district.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission unanimously approves land sale and zoning amendments

The commission approved the April 17 and May 6, 2025 minutes with a 7‑0 vote. It then approved a mayor‑council resolution to vacate, abandon and sell a portion of NW 120th Street between NW 7th Avenue and I‑95, also 7‑0. Finally, it approved text amendments to Chapter 29 of the city code, extending the NW 7th Avenue Cultural Arts and Innovation Overlay District to 143 St, with a 7‑0 vote. The meeting was adjourned by a 6‑0 vote.

Tue Jun 3, 2025

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider sale of NW 120th Street segment

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding the sale of a city-owned street segment and updates to zoning regulations. The body will also review minutes from April and May 2025 meetings.

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Wed May 7, 2025

Board of Adjustment

Board considers variance for paving encroachment at 2037 NE 121 Road

The North Miami Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on a variance request (V-09-25) to allow existing impermeable paving to remain 0 feet from the rear property line, where 5 feet is required, on a property at 2037 NE 121 Road in the R-1 district. The board may approve, deny, or approve with conditions. The meeting also includes procedural items such as call to order, approval of minutes, and public comment.

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Wed May 7, 2025

Board of Adjustment

Board to consider variance for pool deck setback at 2037 NE 121 Road

The Board of Adjustment will review a request to allow a pool deck to remain despite encroaching into a required 5-foot rear yard setback. The encroachment occurred due to an administrative oversight during the building permit process for a new residence completed in 2025.

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Tue May 6, 2025

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider NW 7th Avenue overlay district and 5-year housing plan

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three items: adoption of the 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan and FY2025-2026 Annual Action Plan for CDBG ($779,123) and HOME ($289,658) programs; amendments to the Comprehensive Plan to create a NW 7th Avenue Cultural Arts and Innovation Overlay District; and corresponding zoning code amendments to establish the overlay district. The commission will also consider approving the January 7, 2025 meeting minutes and receive a public works update.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved new NW 7th Avenue Cultural Arts and Innovation Overlay District

The Planning Commission unanimously approved the five‑year 2025‑2029 Consolidated Plan and the FY 2025‑2026 Action Plan under the CDBG and HOME programs (PC 17‑107). It also adopted amendments to the 2045 Comprehensive Plan creating a new NW 7th Avenue Cultural Arts and Innovation Overlay District and extending its boundary to 143 St (PC 17‑108). A recommendation to prohibit new nightclubs on the west side of 7th Avenue was approved alongside the plan (PC 17‑109). All motions passed 6‑0.

Thu Apr 17, 2025

Planning Commission

Planning commission to discuss aligning land development rules with comprehensive plan

The North Miami Planning Commission will hold a special meeting primarily for a discussion on potential revisions to the Land Development Regulations (LDRs) to align with the updated comprehensive plan. No public hearings, old business, or new business are on the agenda. The meeting is mostly procedural, with the only substantive item being the LDR discussion.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission adjourned meeting unanimously

The only action taken was a motion to adjourn, which was made by Commissioner Seifried, seconded by Commissioner Each, and passed unanimously with a 6-0 vote. No other items were approved, denied, or tabled.

Wed Apr 16, 2025

Board of Adjustment

Board of Adjustment to consider gun range and zoning variances

The Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings to decide on a special exception for a gun range and three zoning variances. These quasi-judicial items involve land use and setback requirements at specific North Miami properties.

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Wed Apr 16, 2025

Board of Adjustment

Board to consider special exception for gun range at 1999 NE 150 St

The Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings to decide on one special exception request and three zoning variances. These items involve land use permissions and setback requirements for commercial and residential properties.

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Tue Apr 15, 2025

Commission for Women

Commission for Women to vote on mentorship, wellness summit, budget, events

Members will vote on key initiatives: the Empower Her NoMi Women Mentorship Initiative launch date, the June 2025 Women Health and Wellness Summit, finalizing the commission slogan, and a monthly women meet-up starting in May. They will also confirm the final budget for Fiscal Year 2024-2025. Old business includes reconciliation of the 2024 Women's Wellness Event and a request to change board operations during the transition.

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Wed Mar 19, 2025

Board of Adjustment

Board of Adjustment to review nightclub and school requests

The Board of Adjustment will consider several special exceptions and variances for land use. Key items include requests for nightclub operations and a private school, as well as a pet crematory and an accessory dwelling unit.

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Wed Mar 19, 2025

Board of Adjustment

Board to consider nightclub special exception and distance variance at 1099 NW 119 St

The Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on several quasi-judicial items, including continued petitions for a nightclub at 1099 NW 119 Street (special exception and variance for distance separation). New petitions include a private school at 401 NE 125 Street, an accessory dwelling unit variance at 841 NE 123 Street, a pet crematory at 1965 NE 149 Street, and additional nightclub/bar proposals at 12009 NW 7 Avenue and 1668 NE 123 Street. The board may approve, deny, or approve with conditions each item.

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Tue Mar 18, 2025

Commission for Women

Commission for Women to vote on "Empower Her" mentorship initiative

The Commission for Women will vote on the "Empower Her" NoMi Women Mentorship Initiative. The board will also discuss the 2025 calendar, the final budget for Fiscal Year 2024-2025, and a request to change board operations during the current appointment transition.

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Wed Feb 26, 2025

Youth Council

Youth Council to discuss funding, sidewalk repairs, and transportation

The North Miami Youth Council is meeting to discuss three items: youth council funding, sidewalk repairs near Arch Creek Elementary, and accessible transportation. These are discussion items, not final decisions. The meeting is open to the public.

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Wed Feb 19, 2025

Board of Adjustment

North Miami Board of Adjustment to review nightclub and building height requests

The Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings to decide on several special exceptions and variances. Key items include a proposed nightclub and a building height increase in the Transit Overlay District.

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Wed Feb 19, 2025

Board of Adjustment

Board of Adjustment to hear nightclub variance and other zoning requests

The North Miami Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on several quasi-judicial items, including a special exception for a nightclub and a variance to reduce spacing requirements, a special exception for a private school, a height variance for a building, a variance for reduced transitional standards, and a variance for an accessory dwelling unit. The board may approve, deny, or approve with conditions each item.

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Tue Jan 21, 2025

Commission for Women

Commission for Women to vote on new 'Empower Her' mentorship initiative

The Commission for Women will hold a voting item on the proposed 'Empower Her' NoMi Women Mentorship Initiative. They will also discuss the final budget for January 2025, review outstanding initiatives including the 50 Female Start-Up and Get Fit NoMi, and consider a proposed 2025 calendar of events. The meeting includes a public hearing and updates on the commission's transition to new appointments.

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Wed Jan 15, 2025

Board of Adjustment

Board to rule on nightclub proposals and ADU variance

The North Miami Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on four quasi-judicial items: a variance to legalize an existing non-conforming accessory dwelling unit at 445 NW 136 Street, and special exceptions and variances for two proposed nightclubs at 1099 NW 119 Street and 1547 NW 119th Street. The nightclub items also seek deviations from minimum distance separation requirements from schools, religious institutions, and residential uses.

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Wed Jan 15, 2025

Board of Adjustment

Board to hear nightclub special exceptions and distance variances at 1099 and 1547 NW 119 St

The Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on five continued petitions, including two requests for special exceptions to allow nightclub uses and two related variance requests to reduce required distances from schools, churches, and residential areas. Also on the agenda is a variance to legalize an existing non-conforming accessory dwelling unit (ADU) on an undersized lot. No new petitions are scheduled. The board may approve, deny, or approve with conditions each item.

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Tue Jan 7, 2025

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider masonry wall permit at 13300 Memorial Highway

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a conditional use permit for a specific property. The body will also review minutes from previous special meetings and receive updates on current projects in the NRO.

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Tue Jan 7, 2025

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to hear conditional use for 6-foot masonry wall at 13300 Memorial Highway

The North Miami Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a conditional use permit to allow a six-foot tall masonry wall at 13300 Memorial Highway. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from two previous special meetings and an update on projects in the NRO. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approves conditional use permit for 6-foot wall at 13300 Memorial Highway

The North Miami Planning Commission approved a conditional use permit for a six-foot masonry wall at 13300 Memorial Highway, with a recommendation to add art to the wall. The motion passed unanimously 6-0. The meeting also approved minutes from November and December, and noted no scheduled meeting on February 4, 2025.

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