Last week I received the 2009 Keystone Award from the American Architectural Foundation (AAF) during the 20th Annual Accent on Architecture Gala in Washington, D.C. on February 6, 2009.It was a personal honor to receive the award, which is presented annually by AAF to an organization or individual outside of the architectural profession for their leadership in demonstrating the power of architecture and design to improve lives and transform communities. I accepted this recognition on behalf of my City Commission, City employees and the people of Miami.
The award recognized our efforts to create a sustainable city, such as Miami 21, a comprehensive master plan for Miami based on new urbanism and smart growth principles, as well as the creation of the Office of Sustainable Initiatives which coordinates Miami’s environmental programs, and the launch of the city’s first Citywide Tree Master Plan, which aims at enhancing and restoring Miami’s tree canopy.
Please read my remarks given at the Gala HERE
Click HERE to learn more about the AAF
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