Surfside Presents “Platform Surfside: Flood Mitigation and Resilient Strategies for Coastal Communities”

The Town of Surfside Sustainability and Resiliency Committee will host Platform Surfside: Flood Mitigation and Resilient Strategies for Coastal Communities, an interactive exhibition focused on innovative approaches to flood mitigation, climate adaptation, and sustainability. The exhibition, featuring cutting-edge research and conceptual proposals from students at Syracuse University and the University of Miami Schools of Architecture, will take place from Saturday, Nov. 16, through Tuesday, Nov. 19, at the Surfside Community Center, 9301 Collins Avenue.

Surfside’s proactive approach in organizing this exhibition reflects the Town's commitment to environmental stewardship and building resilience against climate impacts on its coastal community. Designed to inform and engage residents, local leaders, and architectural professionals, Platform Surfside serves as a platform for knowledge-sharing on sustainable solutions for coastal living.

Key Events:

• Seaside Adaptations Workshop
  Date: Saturday, Nov. 16, 12–3 p.m.
  This workshop invites attendees to participate in a collaborative discussion on sustainable coastal design strategies. Led by Pablo Sequero of Syracuse University, Lily Wong of the University of Miami, and Roy Raskin from Surfside’s Sustainability and Resiliency Committee, the session will bring together students, faculty, and special guests from institutions such as Pratt Institute, Florida Atlantic University, and local architectural firms. Town officials to deliver opening remarks to support this academic exchange and foster community involvement in sustainability.

• Closing Session Presentation and Roundtable Discussion
  Date: Tuesday, Nov. 19, 12–3 p.m.
  The exhibition culminates in a closing presentation led by Dean Michael Speaks of the Syracuse University School of Architecture. Attendees will have the chance to view students’ architectural models, discuss resilience and adaptation strategies with Dean Speaks, and engage in a roundtable discussion with Town leaders.

Throughout the exhibition, Platform Surfside will present a variety of student-driven projects, with design concepts addressing flood prevention, ecological resilience, and sustainable urban planning, specifically tailored for Surfside and similar coastal areas. Attendees are encouraged to explore these exhibits during open hours and take part in discussions that could shape future planning and policy decisions for coastal sustainability.

About the Town of Surfside Sustainability and Resiliency Committee:
The Town of Surfside Sustainability and Resiliency Committee actively works to address climate change challenges through community engagement, partnerships with academic institutions, and the promotion of innovative strategies for a more resilient and sustainable Surfside.