The Long Meeting Short segment with City Clerk Vanessa Joseph, Esq. on July 8, 2025, provided a comprehensive overview of the recent meetings held by the Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) board and the city council of North Miami.
The CRA board initiated the session by approving a $200,000 business attraction expansion and rehabilitation grant for the North Miami Beach Volleyball Academy. This funding is aimed at developing a centralized youth volleyball training facility at 12200 Northeast Fourteenth Avenue, enhancing recreational opportunities for local youth and fostering economic development in the area. Additionally, Nomi Village LLC received a $1,200,000 grant over three years to expand their site, which includes plans for a culinary incubator and various infrastructure improvements, with a total project cost estimated at $3,000,000.