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Dinner Key Feature in Marina World

Our recently published article in Marina World Magazine goes into detail about the work that went into the our Dinner Key Project.

Currie Park Approval

Currie Park Redevelopment Approved

Leading the preliminary coastal analysis and environmental feasibility we are excited to announce the new designs for the redevelopment of Currie Park have been approved by the City of West Palm Beach.

Discover Wild Florida in Coral Gables at Matheson Hammock Park

oin ELULS at Matheson Hammock Park in Coral Gables on Friday, March 25 as part of our Discover Wild Florida with the ELULS event series. The Environmental and Land Use Law Section of The Florida Bar will be holding events across the state during the month of March to celebrate and discover the natural and untamed environments we call home.

The Coastal Advocate Issue #3

The Coastal Advocate is a summary of key legislative topics for coastal communities to use as a resource and educational tool for funding, updates, and new policy initiatives. This issue provides highlights on legislation coastal communities may find applicable to their work.

A University of Florida GATOR100 Company

The Gator100 Award recognizes successful Gator owned business owners and entrepreneurs and ranks the 100 fastest-growing Gator businesses in the world. The University of Florida is the alma mater of our co-founder, Jason Cummins, and the source of some of our most talented team members. We are proud to be recognized as a GATOR100 top business this year, GO GATORS!

Historic Repairs completed at the iconic Vizcaya Stone Barge

Since its construction over a hundred years ago, the Vizcaya Barge has protected the historic estate of James Deering, previously known as Villa Vizcaya, from countless storms acting as a breakwater. It is a concrete representation of a ship, designed to greet visitors arriving to the estate by boat from Biscayne Bay. The Barge was originally adorned with shrubbery, fountains, and lighting. It was an area Deering used to host parties, with gondolas to ferry guests between the shore steps and the marine structure.

Coral donation from jetty repair helps local university produce over 800 fragments

In March 2021, the Cummins Cederberg marine science team provided environmental support services associated with the South Jetty Rehabilitation project at Port Everglades. J.E. McAmis led and completed the jetty repairs, which included substantial moving and manipulation of both new and existing stones to obtain the required interlocking within the appropriate tolerances. The jetty is in a dynamic marine environment, where experts in coral relocation were needed.

The Coastal Advocate Issue #2

The Coastal Advocate is a summary of key legislative topics for coastal communities to use as a resource and educational tool for funding, updates, and new policy initiatives. This issue features the new Resilient Florida program that was highlighted in the Coastal Advocate April 2021 Issue #1 (H 7019/ SB 1954).

Coral Relocation at Virgin Voyages Terminal in PortMiami

In January, officials with PortMiami and Virgin Voyages held an official groundbreaking event for the cruise line’s new 100,000-sq-ft Terminal V at PortMiami. Marine construction projects regularly consider marine resources and impacts to protected species, such as corals.

The Coastal Advocate Issue #1

The Coastal Advocate is a quarterly summary of key legislative topics for coastal communities to use as a resource and educational tool for funding, updates, and new policy initiatives. This issue features Florida legislative bills our policy experts are tracking through the ongoing Florida Legislative Session.

Florida Flood Awareness Week: March 8-14

Did you know that one inch of flood water can cost up to $25,000 in property damages? Florida Flood Awareness Week encourages property owners to learn their level of risk using free tools that can be accessed online at www.floodsmart.gov.

Getting to know Cummins Cederberg: Anne Laird

Anne Laird is a Senior Project Manager and Marine Scientist responsible for conducting marine environmental surveys, crafting detailed responses for technical reports, leading and participating in field surveys, and managing mitigation projects such as coral relocations or seagrass planting.

2020 in review: Letter from our Principals

A historic and challenging year is drawing to a close and while we look forward to 2021 and plan for the future, we also want to take the time to highlight the positives of 2020.