In West Kendall, progress often shows up late, underfunded, and looking for parking.
-Wilson Alvarez
Whether you were dodging potholes on SW 137th Avenue or deciphering zoning notices written in legalese, 2024 in West Kendall was a year filled with growing frustration, small wins, and rising local activism.
Commissioner Anthony Rodriguez – District 10
In his second year, Commissioner Rodriguez took steps to become more visible. He advocated for the long-stalled West Kendall Transit Terminal, held more public forums, and even proposed synchronized traffic signals along Kendall Drive—a long overdue solution.
Outbound link: Anthony Rodriguez – Miami-Dade District 10
Still, the community flagged weak progress on affordable housing and lax code enforcement—issues especially pressing in West Kendall’s 2024 development zones.
Mayor Daniella Levine Cava and Countywide Initiatives
Mayor Levine Cava’s priorities in 2024—climate resilience, mental health, and infrastructure—earned national praise. But for West Kendall, results were minimal.
Some improvements near The Hammocks and Three Lakes included drainage projects and limited grant funding, but no tailored economic development plan or real talk of incorporation.
Outbound link: Miami-Dade Mayor Daniella Levine Cava
State Rep. Vicki Lopez – District 113
While Representative Lopez focused on statewide insurance reform and business incentives, her 2024 record lacked specific West Kendall mentions.
One bright spot: a co-sponsored bill for homeowner rights in HOA disputes passed in Tallahassee—something highly relevant for The Hammocks residents.
Outbound link: Florida House of Representatives – Vicki Lopez
School Board Member Luisa Santos – District 9
Luisa Santos continued to lead with steady, visible service in 2024.
Her achievements in this West Kendall 2024 recap include expanding STEM programs, launching digital literacy campaigns, and securing funding for teacher retention.
Outbound link: Miami-Dade County Public Schools – Luisa Santos
West Kendall Municipal Advisory Committee (MAC)
Incorporation returned to the spotlight in 2024.
New MAC members and a grassroots movement called “Incorporate Kendall Now” revived momentum. They held forums, launched social campaigns, and spread awareness.
But the county provided little follow-through. West Kendall’s incorporation efforts in 2024 remain stalled due to lack of political backing.
Spotlight: The Hammocks HOA Scandal
The 2024 scandal in The Hammocks HOA made headlines across Miami-Dade.
Board members faced investigations over alleged embezzlement, renewing public demands for transparency and state-level HOA reforms.
Outbound link: CBS Miami – The Hammocks HOA Investigation
Final Word: What the West Kendall 2024 Recap Reveals
If 2023 was quiet, the West Kendall 2024 recap tells a story of louder voices, deeper concerns, and a community tired of being an afterthought.
Residents are now asking not just for more—but for answers.
