Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Miami Beach public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
7 issues in business jobs
Readiness for 2026 World Cup and Major Sporting Events
The World Cup's 39-day run transformed Miami Beach, with restaurants like Manolo and Sazon Cubano hosting thousands of international fans. City leaders used the night to highlight how small businesses drove the visitor surge.
Paraiso Swim Week sponsorship and event fee structure
The committee backed keeping the Miami Beach-born Swim Week here with a retroactive sponsorship and fee waiver plus a five-year deal — while flagging a bigger fight over the heavy police/fire fees the city charges special events.
Lincoln Road Retail Modernization
A discussion is planned on protecting historic Lincoln Road from upzoning by offering residential development incentives along the 17th Street corridor.
Storefront Design Guidelines and Administrative Approvals
The committee will discuss creating new storefront design guidelines to improve retail and commercial areas, along with allowing faster administrative approvals for upgrades.
Support for Small Businesses Impacted by Construction
Four Lincoln Road restaurants honored at the meeting are struggling because of nearby construction. Commissioner Matteo-Salinas said the city is working on signage fixes and sidewalk cafe fee refunds to help them stay afloat.
Bar Shishi Floor Plan and Kitchen Expansion
The Bar Shishi speakeasy at 1691 Michigan Avenue received approval to add a kitchen for food service and reincorporate an employee lounge to satisfy fire department egress rules.
Art Basel Partnership Renewal
The city approved a new five-year agreement with Art Basel through 2031, maintaining the world-class art fair while adjusting facility rent and public safety contributions.