The Omni Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) board voted last week to authorize the separation of Executive Director Isiaa Jones, appoint Carlos I. Suarez as her successor, and form an auditor selection committee — marking a major leadership transition for one of Miami’s most active redevelopment districts.

Jones, who has worked within the city since 2016, began as a paralegal before serving as the CRA’s legal officer from 2017 to 2022 and later as city attorney. She was appointed interim executive director of the CRA in October 2023 and became permanent soon after. Her tenure ended two years later, closing a chapter defined by record housing production, bond expansion, and a renewed focus on equity.

“First of all, Isiaa Jones, I have deeply enjoyed working with you,” said Commissio

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