For the past six years, Clean Water Action has coordinated a diverse coalition called Hold the Line (HTL) whose mission is to ensure that development does not take place outside of the Urban Development Boundary (UDB).

Every seven years, Miami-Dade updates its Comprehensive Land-Use Plan officially thru the process known as the Evaluation and Appraisal Report (EAR). The plan takes a comprehensive look at current vacant and developed land and forecasts population and development trends for the future. This large scale mapping project also designates what land can be used for commercial, agricultural, and residential use and looks at the impact it has on schools, transportation, water supply, and economic conditions.

Right now, there is a proposal to move the UDB west to include 550 acres of commercial property. HTL is adamantly opposed to moving the line particularly since there is ample vacant commercial property east of the UDB. The Miami-Dade County Commission will be considering the initial EAR Report on October 20th. Please put that date on your calendar!