City Manager Resigns Following Special Meeting
The most significant recent event from the City of Sunny Isles Beach is the resignation of the City Manager, which was proffered and accepted during a special commission meeting on September 29, 2026. The commission had convened to discuss the manager’s employment, citing questions over access logs, vacation payouts, and a consulting agreement. Following debate, the manager offered a resignation effective November 19, 2026, with administrative leave until that date. The commission voted 4 to 1 to accept these terms. In the interim, the Deputy City Manager has been appointed as the acting manager. This development follows the recent approval of the city’s fiscal year 2026-2027 budget, which passed on a 3 to 2 vote after a heated discussion. The city continues to move forward with various community initiatives and recently celebrated the grand opening of the new Intracoastal Sports Park.
Skyscrapers Continue to Reshape the Coastline
The skyline of Sunny Isles Beach is undergoing a dramatic transformation with several large scale luxury condominium projects actively under construction. Vertical construction is progressing on the 62 story St. Regis Residences, a two tower oceanfront development. Nearby, the equally impressive 62 story Bentley Residences is also rising, featuring a unique car elevator that will allow residents to park vehicles in their own units. Another 62 story tower is planned for the former site of the Miami Beach Club at 19051 Collins Avenue. While the ultra luxury new construction market shows continued strength, the broader real estate landscape is considered a buyer’s market, particularly for older buildings where there is a greater supply of homes than demand. The median home listing price is approximately $749,000.
Beach and Ocean Conditions
Beachgoers are urged to exercise caution this weekend. The Sunny Isles Beach Ocean Rescue has issued advisories for a high risk of rip currents. Purple flags are also flying, indicating the presence of jellyfish in the water. Visitors should always check the flag conditions on the lifeguard towers and swim near a lifeguard. The water temperature is approximately 81 degrees Fahrenheit. High tide today is expected around 1:23 PM, with a subsequent low tide at 7:33 PM.
Other Local News
In recent public safety news, local police are investigating a stabbing that occurred at a restaurant in the city, which resulted in one person being injured and another facing an attempted murder charge. In a separate incident that gained media attention, a man who was captured on video abusing his young daughter at a Sunny Isles Beach condominium has pleaded guilty. He was sentenced to 90 days in jail, to be followed by community control and probation. On a more positive note, the police department continues to implement new technologies to enhance public safety. The city was the first in Florida to launch a Drone as First Responder program, which helps to assess emergency situations before officers arrive on the scene. The city is also in the process of installing an Intersection Safety Camera Program to reduce red light running.
Weather Forecast
Today, October 3: Expect a mix of sun and clouds with a chance of showers and thunderstorms. The high temperature will be around 86°F (30°C), with a low of approximately 77°F (25°C). Winds will be from the east at 10 to 15 mph.
Sunday, October 4: Partly sunny skies are in the forecast, with a continued chance for scattered showers and thunderstorms. Highs will be near 87°F (31°C) and lows around 78°F (26°C). The easterly wind will persist at 10 to 15 mph.
Monday, October 5: The weather pattern remains similar with mostly sunny skies and a possibility of afternoon showers or a thunderstorm. The high temperature is expected to be around 87°F (31°C), with a low near 78°F (26°C).
Tuesday, October 6: There will be more sunshine, though a chance of showers and thunderstorms remains, particularly in the afternoon. Highs will again be near 87°F (31°C), with lows in the upper 70s (around 26°C).