If you’ve ever wondered how much dysfunction a city commission can pack into one meeting, North Miami Beach just set a new bar. Last night’s Commission meeting was a chaotic blend of late starts, marathon sessions (wrapping well after 1 a.m.), and reckless disregard for your tax dollars and public trust. WakeUp NMB has been …
WakeUp NMB Wrap-Up: A Masterclass in Dysfunction Read More »
An Open Letter to the Mayor and Commission Dear Mayor and Commission, I am writing on behalf of concerned residents who gathered last evening for our WakeUp NMB Membership Meeting. The meeting featured an open mic session, giving residents a chance to speak directly about issues impacting our city. The conversation reflected deep frustration, disappointment, …
Feedback to Commission- May 12, 2025-Open Mic Meeting Read More »
The City of North Miami Beach continues in a cycle of filling square pegs in round holes. It’s time for our elected officials to “Wake Up” and start holding accountable those they hire. Little progress is made during commission meetings with concerns constantly being pushed to the next meeting without resolution. We are still dealing …
Breaking the Cycle of Stagnation: A Call for Change in North Miami Beach Read More »
This past Monday evening, Feb 10, 2025, WakeUp NMB hosted our Monthly General Membership Meeting, where we were pleased to welcome our guest speakers, Chief Juan Pinillos and Deputy Chief Stuart Nichols. After more than a year with “Acting” Chiefs at the helm, it was truly exciting to have our permanent leadership officially installed just …
Dear Neighbor, It’s hard to believe two years have already passed since our organization was founded—time certainly flies! WakeUp NMB continues to grow and make a meaningful impact in our city, and we are incredibly grateful for your ongoing support as we work to “shine a light on local government.” January: We kicked off the year …
Results of the 2024 Run off election Congratulations to Commissioner-Elect Lynn Su! A heartfelt thank you to the 18% of residents who came out to vote—your voices made a difference, but we can and must do better. Civic engagement and staying informed are vital for the future of our community. We narrowly avoided disaster this …
Election season is upon us and the candidates are officially out of the gate since last Friday, when the qualifying deadline for the August 20th primary election occured. Per The Miami Herald article from yesterday, be informed that “Florida is a “closed” primary state. That means that registered Democrats can only vote for candidates in …
Introduction: At WakeUp NMB, our mission is to foster community engagement and ensure that the voices of North Miami Beach residents are heard. At our June General Membership Meeting, instead of having a scheduled guest speaker, we dedicated the gathering to discussing various ideas and concerns from our community members. The turnout and input were …
WakeUp NMB’s June General Membership Meeting: Addressing Residents’ Concerns Read More »
Our May General Membership Meeting was a tremendous success, with Mayor Evan Piper as our guest speaker delivering an informative and candid presentation. Mayor Piper provided an overview of the various activities occurring at city hall, touching on many important topics. Among these were finance-related issues such as capital improvement projects, the five-year CIP plan, …
Our May 2024 General Meeting with guest speaker Mayor Evan Piper Read More »
