Grove Isle Mediation Begins

Taking the long view over Biscayne Bay (Grove Isle May 2014)

Mediation proceedings finally began today regarding the proposed high density development at 4 Grove Isle.  Representatives of the involved parties including the City of Miami met this morning to begin the process.  It is not yet clear what exactly this non-binding mediation is supposed to deliver.

Separately another potential challenge to Grove Isle’s environment has appeared in the light of the battle to build the Beckham Soccer stadium in downtown Miami.  The City Commissioners have recently approved Resolution 14-00422 which gives the city “the ability to sell or lease submerged lands to buyers who own or have a lease on the contiguous shoreline WITHOUT a referendum.”  The Tropical Audubon Society has been fighting this idea for some time as it “puts Biscayne Bay Aquatic Preserve Resources at risk”.

The resolution’s passing may also impact Grove Isle — as it could help the developer with the dredging task in order to move tens of thousands of tons of material on and off the island.