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The Village of Pinecrest is embracing native plant landscaping to restore local ecosystems, support wildlife, and protect against flooding. Resident Charlie Reverte transformed his property into a thriving native habitat, with guidance from Howard Tonkin of Urban Habitat. Together, they demonstrate how native plants not only reduce maintenance and eliminate chemicals, but also provide flood protection, biodiversity, and resilience — contributing to a healthier Biscayne Bay and stronger communities.

North Miami faces frequent flooding due to its location in the low-lying Arch Creek Basin. To address repetitive flood losses, the City purchases flood-prone properties and converts them into community assets. In 2019, the City of North Miami and Van Alen Institute launched an international competition to transform one such property at 901 NE 144th Street. The winning team, Department Design Office, developed the "Good Neighbor" stormwater park — a space that combines flood management with public use. The park features a large stormwater basin, native South Florida plants, walking paths, limestone seating areas, and educational public art. This innovative design not only reduces neighborhood flooding and insurance rates, but also creates a model for how small-scale public spaces can make flood resilience visible while celebrating the region’s native ecology. Howard Tonkin of Urban Habitat was invited to serve on the project outreach team for this important project.

Gardeners love when their rare trees and shrubs attract endangered birds and butterflies, but a North Miami homeowner says his garden oasis was partially destroyed when a government contractor sprayed chemicals on his property. The Nightteam’s Kevin Ozebek has tonight’s 7 Investigates.

North Miami Councilwoman Carol Keys partnered with Howard Tonkin, Owner of Urban Habitat, to plant new pine trees throughout the City of North Miami. Councilwoman Carol Keys hosted an intimate gathering to showcase the completion of the “Wall of Trees” project located along 123rd Street behind the North Miami Police Department (700 NE 124th Street).

Como si todo lo anterior fuese poco, Howard Tomkin, propietario de un negocio de paisajismo, Urban Habitat, colaboró con George y Nancy a instalar más plantas nativas y polinizadoras.

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