New-Construction Condos Near Aventura: Growin Group launched sales for LEV Residences and EDEN Residences, two 10-story, 32-unit boutique condos one block apart near Brightline Aventura and Aventura Mall, with 1–2 bedroom homes and two-story penthouses; prices start in the $500,000s and some units include private plunge pools. Miami Affordability Math: A Neighbors Bank of Florida study says Miami’s affordability problem isn’t just home prices—it’s how long local workers need to save for a down payment, with many occupations facing 40+ years to reach a 3% down payment. Land Conservation Under Pressure: Conservation groups warn Miami-Dade’s Environmentally Endangered Lands program could be crippled by a proposed budget cut that would drop funding to $6.5 million, threatening approved land acquisitions. Rural Infrastructure Funding: Gov. DeSantis announced $8.8M+ in grants for water, wastewater, stormwater, roads, and workforce housing across 12 Northwest Florida communities. Pinellas Preserve Funding Debate: Pinellas County commissioners are weighing whether to shift reserve money tied to a future government campus to protect Weedon Island preserve funding. Keys Election Sign Recycling: Monroe County and Key West set up special drop-off sites for election signs across the Keys through Dec. 15, with guidance to avoid regular recycling bins. Workers’ Comp Rates: NCCI is recommending Florida workers’ comp rates fall an average 7.4% starting Jan. 1, 2027, driven by fewer lost-time claims. Housing Affordability Slips in Q2: NAHB reports affordability worsened in Q2 as higher mortgage rates and construction costs pressured the cost of housing. Rail-Trail Fight in Lee County: A lawsuit was filed over the Bonita Estero Rail Trail, arguing railbanking negotiations prevented an easement from ending under Florida property law.