​Indian Creek Drive Working Group Projects

Indian Creek Drive Working Group Members:
  • Chair:  Esteban Porcelli
  • Projects: Indian Creek Drive Flood Mitigation Project, and Indian Creek Drive Landscape,
    ​Indian Creek Drive Roadway Project
  • Members: Alicia A. Casanova, Dr. Manny Corrales, Rory Greenberg and Oscar Vazquez
The MBNA has worked with the City of Miami Beach for several years on the "Indian Creek Drive Flooding and Mitigation Project" that serves to mitigate flooding on Indian Creek Drive from 41st to 26th streets.  The project also included new wider  sidewalks, new lighting system, a continuously delineated protected bike lane, and a lushly landscaped pedestrian pathway along most of the stretch.  We're happy to announce that the first phase of this project is now complete. 

The MBNA will continue to monitor the landscaping phase, the construction of the seawall sections, new comfortable bus shelters, and the installation of Zicla bike delineators that are an essential component for everyone's safety. 
Click button below to view the Greenway Concept Plan for Indian Creek Drive:
Click below to see a video clip recap of the 2020-2022 Indian Creek Drive Project; (created by MBNA Board Member Esteban Porcelli.)
INDIAN CREEK SEAWALL PROJECT IS FINALLY MOVING FORWARD.
MBNA concerns regarding the poor quality, design, and dimensions of the newly installed sidewalk aluminum safety railings. 
The video below clearly demonstrates the differences between the new railings and the high quality railings previously installed in other areas of Miami Beach.
NEW LAMPPOSTS INSTALLED ON INDIAN CREEK DRIVE DO NOT MATCH THE STYLE OF OUR CITY.
The MBNA is concerned about the choice made for the new mid-century lampposts being installed on Indian Creek since they do NOT match the contemporary light fixture on the adjacent 41st street bridge, nor the vibe of our modern City; (see photos below.)  Upon doing some research, we've noted that there are numerous different styles of lampposts  from different eras, without any uniformity, throughout our City.  This issue needs to be addressed. 

​Below are some photos and videos taken in MidBeach streets:
HISTORICAL VIDEOS of Indian Creek Drive Project
2021-2022 Project Videos:
October, 2021
September, 2021:
August, 2021:
August 14 (from 29th to 39th Streets):
July, 2021:
June, 2021:
May, 2021:
March, 2021
February, 2021
January, 2021
2020 Project Videos:
MARCH 9, 2021 UPDATE:
During the 3/8/21 CMB Transportation Committee Meeting, it was discussed that due to the delays of the seawall project, the General Contractor is preparing a revised design as an alternative (at an additional cost.) This is the only way they can proceed to finish the installation of the Jersey Barriers and the two road lanes by the end of 2021, without having to complete the entire stretch of the seawall. 
LOCATION OF NEW GENERATOR.
The MBNA is in support of the City's decision for the new emergency generator to be installed on the northwest corner of the 27th street parking lot on Indian Creek Drive.  Reasons why the emergency generator should be placed in this location include:
1.  Proximity to the pumps on 32nd street;
2. Less noise and visual impact to residential neighbor condo units and hotels;
3. Preservation of parking spaces on the 27th street public parking lot;
4.  Ample space for foliage covering to improve the generator's aesthetics;
5. Easily accessible for maintenance operations.
ON FEBRUARY 9, 2021, THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION BOARD VOTED 4-3 IN FAVOR INSTALLING THE NEW GENERATOR ON THE CORNER OF THE 27th Street PARKING LOT THAT MBNA ADVOCATED FOR. ​
April 20, 2021 UPDATED TIMELINES:

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