A sinkhole opened up near the toll and partially swallowed a car this afternoon. No one was injured, but traffic was affected for a few hours while the car was removed. Crews will be out tomorrow to begin repairs.
Miami Herald article: http://www.miamiherald.com/news/breaking_news/story/573571.html
An article in the Miami Herald reveals that due to the increased cost of travel, a large number of South Floridians are opting to enjoy their vacations closer to home. Local hotels are capitalizing on the trend and offering special packages that cater to these guests. Key Biscayne’s Ritz-Carlton is in on the game as well:
Key Biscayne’s Ritz-Carlton is expecting about 10 percent more locals this summer than last, when about 65 percent of the guests were South Floridians, the hotel said.
It’s promoting its luxury services and discounted summer rates — about one-third of the winter tariff — to South Floridians through local ads.
Read the entire article here.
Sunday’s Herald featured an article summarizing the ongoing discussion of building a high school on Key Biscayne. Among the questions raised are where it would be built and whether there would be enough students. I’ve always thought Virginia Key would make a good location for a high school… that abandoned amphitheater is occupying a huge chunk of land, and while not within the village limits, it’s an easy bike ride and much closer than any of the current options for residents. Excerpt of the article below:
Key Biscayne does not have a high school, so parents have to drive out of the village to take their children to school on the mainland. Car pooling is not an appealing option, some residents said.
”Car pooling is an unnecessary burden for the families,” parent Leo Brito said. “Key Biscayne owes its teenagers a community-based school they can walk to or ride a bike.”
Mayor Robert Vernon said Tuesday the funds required to complete the application, which is a non-binding process, already have been allocated.
Council members warned that even if they go through the application process, the high school may not be ready in time for Rodolfo and his classmates.
”I seriously have my doubts,” said Councilman Enrique García. “If I were you, I will secure a spot in another high school.”
Among the council’s concerns are whether there are enough children who will attend the high school in the village . Other concerns: where the high school will be built and who will teach there.
To date, more than 400 families have contacted the council to express their desire for a high school.
Read the entire article here.
