Construction of New Fire Station No. 1 at 833 6th Street

Spoke on behalf of the Miami Design Preservation League opposing the demolition of the Morris Lapidus-designed South Shore Community Center while supporting the relocation of the Apollo mural.

Voiced strong opposition to demolishing the Morris Lapidus building and raised concerns about emergency vehicle egress.

Reiterated MDPL's stance against demolishing the intact building.

Expressed alarm over losing another Morris Lapidus building and urged more adaptive reuse.

A former board member and long-time resident spoke about the importance of historic preservation and recalled the history of saving the Apollo mural.

Criticized the commission's handling of neighborhood infrastructure and asked technical questions about stormwater wells.

Expressed regret over losing the community center property and discussed alternative sites like Alton Road.

Questioned the large drive-through design and suggested right-sizing apparatus based on emergency call data.

Detailed the history of MDPL's advocacy and storage efforts to save the Apollo mural.

The new MDPL executive director spoke about the importance of preservation and adaptive reuse of the Lapidus building.

Called in opposition to the demolition, noting seniors rely on the center and the commission vote came unexpectedly.