The North Miami City Council and Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) held meetings on March 10, 2026, with several procurement and budget-related decisions. The CRA approved the purchase and installation of 120 solar-powered light poles along Northwest 7th Avenue and nearby alleyways for up to $698,360 to improve lighting and public safety. Additionally, the CRA approved guidelines for the Seed and Nomi grant program, offering up to $2,500 grants to qualifying businesses for storefront and marketing improvements to boost local commerce. The council discussed the progress of a park construction project, which is 60% complete with a budget increase from $17.5 million to nearly $18 million, requesting an additional $1 million to cover HVAC-related delays. The city’s overall budget was revised upward from $234 million to $313.3 million, with bank balances totaling $70.4 million. The council authorized a non-exclusive license agreement with North Miami Youth Football/Cheerleading Inc. to use city parks for youth sports programs. Two city-owned properties were transferred to the CRA to support redevelopment efforts. Finally, the Downtown Action Plan Advisory Committee was officially disbanded by removing it from city land development regulations.

Long Meeting Short with City Clerk Vanessa Joseph, Esq.