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Community & Economic Growth
- International Diplomacy at the Gateway: The City recently solidified its reputation as a “Gateway to the Americas” by hosting the Shield of the Americas Summit Welcoming Reception at the Doral Cultural Arts Center. Mayor Christi Fraga welcomed distinguished guests, including the U.S. Deputy Secretary of State and the Presidents of Chile and Bolivia, to discuss regional security and economic partnerships.
- The “Doral 10” Development: The City has moved forward with a landmark Public-Private Partnership (P3) for a 10-acre site near NW 69th Street. Known as “Doral 10,” the initiative held its “Industry Day” on March 26, where developers and investors reviewed the City’s vision for a transformative mixed-use project under a 99-year ground lease.
- Streamlined Business Success: The City has successfully implemented the “Launch45” pilot program, designed to help new businesses open in under 45 days. This is paired with the “BTR Access” series, which has already begun providing local business owners with monthly workshops on emerging technologies like AI.
Infrastructure & Public Safety
- Fiscal Responsibility: Doral continues to maintain one of the lowest millage rates in Miami-Dade County following the adoption of the current budget. The financial plan prioritizes quality-of-life enhancements and has already facilitated major investments in the Doral Police Department, including new units and license plate reader technology.
- Modernizing Doral Boulevard: Current initiatives have transitioned into Phase II of the Doral Boulevard Master Plan. The project is focused on modernizing public spaces with safer, pedestrian-friendly designs and improved connectivity for the Doral Trolley and Freebee services.
- School Zone Enforcement: To protect the city’s youngest residents, Doral officially began issuing citations through its School Zone Speed Camera program on March 11. The cameras are now actively monitoring traffic speeds during school hours at key locations like John I. Smith K-8 Center and Ronald Reagan Senior High.
Parks & Sustainability
- Parks Expansion: Doral Central Park is now fully operational, featuring a state-of-the-art Community & Fitness Center and Aquatic Facility. The park has become a community hub, recently hosting the “Eggstravaganza” and the weekly Seasonal Farmer’s Market.
- Environmental Stewardship: Doral recently earned its “Tree City USA” designation for the 18th consecutive year. In addition to urban forestry, the City has launched a new Composting Training Program in partnership with the University of Florida to help residents reduce household waste.
- Façade Improvement Success: The City recently concluded the application window for its Façade Improvement Program. This initiative provided commercial property owners with 50% reimbursement for exterior enhancements, successfully incentivizing private investment to beautify Doral’s key business corridors.
