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“We are not looking at a massive infrastructure of 10 feet high,” said Miami City Commissioner Ken Russell. “What we are picturing here is a gentle berm of a few feet, whatever is necessary that can be added to, even over the years, to continue to address whatever sea level rise comes and whatever storm surge we anticipate.
A group of neighbors fears a buildup would block their bay views and the bay breeze and clutter the open spaces with clusters of trees.
They point to a picture of Peacock Park, located next to Miami City Hall in Coconut Grove. A photo from the 1980s shows a wide, open space and a clear view of Biscayne Bay. A second picture, taken last year in the same spot, shows the views and open spaces completely blocked by clusters of trees. Some Morningside residents believe the plain and simple sea wall is their best option.