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Local Impact

Key Biscayne Council reviews Resilient Infrastructure and Adaptation Program (RIAP) Zone 1 design and budget

Original title: RIAP Zone 1 Council Workshop August 21, 2024 — Closed Captions
infrastructureflood-mitigationstormwater-managementpublic-worksmunicipal-financeresilience-planning

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The Frame

What this does

This project represents a $74 million investment in flood mitigation and infrastructure hardening that will impact local property taxes and stormwater fees for all residents, while aiming to reduce flooding in the village's most vulnerable zone.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Key Biscayne residents

Residents will face increased costs through stormwater fees and potential tax adjustments to fund the $74 million project.

Zone 1 property owners

These property owners will experience construction activity and potential changes to right-of-way access.

K-8 school community

The school area is the primary focus of the Zone 1 flood mitigation efforts to improve safety and access.

What changed

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Background

  • The Resilient Infrastructure and Adaptation Program (RIAP) is a long-term initiative by the Village of Key Biscayne to address chronic street flooding and sea-level rise. context

Summary

The Village of Key Biscayne is advancing the design of its Resilient Infrastructure and Adaptation Program (RIAP) for 'Zone 1,' a flood-prone area surrounding the K-8 school. The project, currently at 30% design, includes new stormwater systems, roadway improvements, utility undergrounding, and a new pump station in Harbor Park, with construction projected to begin in late 2025 or early 2026.

Key Facts

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much will this project cost me as a resident?
The village estimates an annual impact of $156 to $1,200 per household depending on area, though these figures are projections and subject to change.
Why is Zone 1 being prioritized?
Zone 1 was selected due to its high vulnerability to flooding and its proximity to the K-8 school, which presents a significant safety and access concern.
Will my property taxes increase?
The project is funded through a combination of existing bonds, grants, and potential low-interest state loans, which will impact stormwater fees and potentially millage rates.

Why It Matters

This project represents a $74 million investment in flood mitigation and infrastructure hardening that will impact local property taxes and stormwater fees for all residents, while aiming to reduce flooding in the village's most vulnerable zone.

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financial connection90% confidence

Budgetary Uncertainty

The project budget increased significantly due to the inclusion of previously uncalculated costs for new outfalls and force mains, highlighting a gap in initial planning estimates.

AecomBlack and Veatch

Connected Entities

personMike Huda“Program manager from Black and Veatch.”Map →
organizationBlack and Veatch“Program manager for the resilience program.”Map →
personCouncilmember Kaplan“Council member present at the workshop.”Map →
locationKey Biscayne“The municipality where the infrastructure project is located.”Map →
organizationAecom“Engineering firm conducting design and modeling.”Map →
personRohan“Village staff member presenting project history.”Map →
personCouncilmember Moss“Council member present at the workshop.”Map →
personMayor Roscoe“Presiding official at the workshop.”Map →
otherCase number 2023 0053001“Legal case involving the village and minor child mf.”Map →

Sources

Open source document

keybiscayne.granicus.com

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  • Controversy65
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