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What’s Happening

Construction of the iconic, new Maurice Gibb Memorial Park is well underway. The contractor has completed the construction of the seawall with outlooks, fishing pier, overlooks, mangrove plantings and living shoreline. Construction for the playground and other park components is in progress. Below is a summary of items completed and forward momentum of all activities and park structures underway.

Timeline

The expected completion for this project is this coming April 2025. Project work hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. unless otherwise specified. Construction is proceeding as planned, however please know that timelines may change due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances.

Save the date to celebrate! The city is hosting a Grand Opening Ceremony for the new, iconic Maurice Gibb Memorial Park on Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 5:30 p.m. We look forward to seeing you there.

Project Overview, Scope and Benefits

This project is partially funded by the city's General Obligation Bond (G.O.B.). The new park will be an iconic, shining example of the city's commitment to green space and fun live, work, play opportunities while serving as a model of sustainability, stewardship and resilience. Maurice Gibb Memorial Park was designed for everyone to enjoy for years to come. The design includes something for everyone of all ages, abilities and different activities in mind. It includes:

• Replacing the current playground with a custom-made music-themed play structure
• A living shoreline with Mangrove trees
• Increasing the park’s resiliency by raising the seawall elevation, remediation of contaminated soil, increasing drainage capacity and providing native trees and shrubs
• New dog park, fishing pier, a large bay overlook, shade structures and outdoor furniture
• New pavilion with seating for small social gatherings
• New walking paths 
• Open greenspace where people can gather for a picnic, watch the sunset, play catch or kick around a ball 
• Added canopy trees and seating along the new walkways
• A future project (separate budget and timeline, but located within the park) will address the Marine Patrol building and provide new restrooms at the ground level for public use.

Contact

For more information, please contact Lauren Firtel, South Beach Neighborhood Affairs Manager, at 305.986.6403 or laurenfirtel@miamibeachfl.gov.

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