This Week on Issues - 8/10 & 8/12

Friday, August 10 @ 7:30 PM
Sunday, August 12 @ 12:30 PM

 

Miami Beach Bed Tax Proposal
Voters who reside in the City of Miami Beach are being asked whether or not they support an increase of the bed tax paid for by those who stay in the area’s hotels.  We discuss how this proposal made its way to August primary ballot.

Guest:
Frank Maradiaga, SunPost Weekly
 


South Florida’s Ranking for Seniors
The Milken Institute ranked South Florida 38th among the top 100 large metropolitan areas for “successful aging.”  We discuss this and the complexities of dealing with a large elderly population in regards to infrastructure and economic needs.

Guests:
David Saltman, L.C.S.W., Florida International University
Albert Williams, Ph.D., Nova Southeastern University

 

Real Estate Update
Analysts say foreign investors are helping to keep our local real estate market afloat, but how are local residents doing?

Guest:
Jack McCabe, McCabe Research and Consulting