The City of Miami Beach held a meeting on February 1, 2025, to announce the launch of a new feature called Sound Search, aimed at improving residents' access to city meeting information. This innovative tool allows users to conduct word searches within video recordings of city meetings, significantly enhancing the efficiency and accuracy of locating specific topics.

The Sound Search feature enables residents to quickly find spoken words in audio and video recordings. When a keyword or phrase is searched, the tool directs users to the exact moment it was mentioned, with playback starting a few seconds earlier to provide context. This user-friendly access allows residents to see the specific times when keywords were spoken, facilitating direct navigation to those moments in the meeting.

Residents can access Sound Search at www.miamibeachfl.gov/mbtb from any device's web browser. By scrolling to the archived video section, users can easily search through the archives. The city anticipates that this tool will significantly enhance civic engagement, making it easier for residents to stay informed about city matters.

In addition to the Sound Search announcement, the meeting briefly addressed a modification to a prior Conditional Use Permit (CUP) related to a neighborhood impact establishment at 2136 Collins Avenue. The city is still working on addressing transportation comments related to this application.

Overall, the meeting highlighted the city's commitment to improving transparency and accessibility for its residents through technological advancements.