What's Happening

This week, researchers dressed in UM apparel are collecting water samples from the kayak launch located at Parkview Island Park in intervals from 5 a.m to 8 p.m.

The water samples are being taken to continue assessing the water quality in the canal. Sampling at the kayak launch is scheduled to continue through the end of August. Please be advised that the kayak launch remains closed for public use.

Project Overview

This message is regarding the post- study being conducted by the University of Miami (UM) team led by Dr. Helena Solo-Gabriele as one part of the overall Park View Canal improvements projects to improve water quality.

The City continues to prioritize improvements to the infrastructure and the above-ground sanitation in the proximity of Park View Canal and is planning future upgrades using the approved funding in the Fiscal Year 2023 - 2024 budget. As part of this current budget, $500,000 was approved for dredging design and permitting; the goal of the project is to improve water quality within the waterway. For more information on additional projects to improve water quality please visit www.mbrisingabove.com/Parkview. 

What to Expect:

• UM research groups collecting water quality samples from the kayak launch.

Who To Contact:

For questions and comments please contact Kevin Pulido at KevinPulido@miamibeachfl.gov.

To learn more about the water quality within the Park View Canal please visit www.mbrisingabove.com/Parkview.