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Hello, my name is Isabel Perez and this is my second year at Miami Dade College. I am currently studying health services administration and hope to pursue my career in the health services program in Florida International University . I was born here , however both of my parents are of Nicaraguan descent . So you can say I'm purely Nicoya as they would say . I am currently 19 years old and I hope to become the first in my family to graduate with a bachelor's degree and hopefully pursue a doctorates.  My hobbies include reading and taking walks at the park . I also enjoy learning about new subjects. I am excited for what this class has to offer and what I am going to learn.

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First and foremost , I would like to say that the presentation was informative and showed us resources that our library provides . I especially loved the library catalog which is a search box tool that when a word is searched  a ton of different articles would pop up regarding the word . It is like Google but in our online library , which astonished me . The articles would include full definitions and examples . I also loved Kanopy which is where students can watch different documentaries of various topics. If a student wanted more information on a subject , this is where they can go. Something that I already knew beforehand , but was notified again was the different types of tutors our library has to offer . I am glad that I was refreshed about this so that I know I can get help with any classes that I am having difficulties with . In conclusion , we also spoke about pollution which greatly affects our city and how we can reduce it.

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The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration predict that by 2100 the global sea level could rise by three to six feet. If this scenario happens, many parts of Miami will be underwater or hard to reach. At the minimum, 4.2 million people would be affected by extreme flooding, and almost half of this population would be Floridians. Significant sections of Miami could disappear forever, and many families would have to find new homes. In addition to this, the local concern I have is how much longer can we live in our beautiful Miami without adressing climate change and how it will affect us in the longrun . For example, a city like Miami Beach can be well under water soon and locals would be without homes . In addition , this would  affect not only the environment ,but us economically . For example, when locals who are high income individuals start moving out from the expensive parts of Miami beach due to sea level rise and into other neighborhoods which house low income individuals , rent for those who are low income individuals will go up.This would make it hard for Miamians to make a living .  In conclusion , we must be aware of climate change and make a difference . If we want to live in this beautiful city , we need to make some changes.

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SeaLevelRise.org. “Florida's Sea Level Is Rising.” Sea Level Rise, https://sealevelrise.org/states/florida/.

My first article will discuss the causes and complications of sea level rise in Miami. It will also go into depth of how it will affect Miami in the years to come. In addition , how sea level rise has costs Miamians money.It also explains how the flooding has affected areas of Miami and explains why  there is frequent flooding.Furthermore, it also shows what is at risk in florida including roads and sewage systems.

Sisson, Patrick. “As Sea Level Rises, Miami Neighborhoods Feel Rising Tide of Gentrification.” Curbed, Curbed, 10 Feb. 2020, https://archive.curbed.com/2020/2/10/21128496/miami-real-estate-climate-change-gentrification.

The second article I  chose will give information on climate gentrification. How sea level rise in Miami has caused the rich to move more inland where most of Miamians live check to check trying to afford their home. In additon, this article presents a 2018 harvard study of Miami real estate transactions that found rising property values in higher-elevation neighborhoods, climate gentrification has become a rallying cry for activists in Miami neighborhoods such as Little Haiti (which is 7 to 14 feet above sea level), Liberty City  and  Allapatah , traditionally disinvested areas with large populations of black and Latino residents which also happen to be on higher ground.Futhermore, this shows that sea level rise does not only affect the environment , but the livelihood of those who are low income.

“Miami Is Racing against Time to Keep up with Sea-Level Rise.” Business Insider, Business Insider, https://www.businessinsider.com/miami-floods-sea-level-rise-solutions-2018-4.

My last article will show solutions on how to prevent sea level rise and reduce it.In addition , the article explains how wetlands, mangroves and reefs could help protect South Florida . We can use the natural border that we have by preserving it . In addition , it gives information and ideas on how other states are tackling sea level rise . It also goes into depth on how Miami would specifically look in 2100 if nothing is done to prevent sea level rise . The article shows the dark side of how sea level rise would affect miamians in the future if nothing is done to prevent it.

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How will Sea Level Rise impact Miamians now and in the long run?

I. Definition/Introduction

A. Background - Sea level Rise is a big issue for Miamians. The sea is rising every year due  to ice melting into the ocean and, complicated by the porous limestone that the state sits on . I wanted to tackle this issue because I feel that there is nothing being done to reduce this locally . In addition , it is affecting the way we live. I want to bring importance to this issue.

B. Thesis statement - Sea level rise has negatively affected Miamians now and will affect Miamians in the future . Sea level rise does not only affect us with the weather , but also affects Miami economically. We may not see it , but it also affects families that are low income.

II. Context/History - Tie to Your Neighborhood, Community, or City

A. First point - The sea level has risen significantly over the years and will affect Miamians in the upcoming years.

1. First piece of evidence - Around Miami, it took around 31 years for the sea level to rise by 6 inches. Scientists now forecast that in just the next 15 years, the sea level will have risen by another 6 inches.

2. Second piece of evidence - The sea level around Virginia Key, Florida, has risen by 8 inches since 1950. Its speed of rise has accelerated over the last ten years and it’s now rising by 1 inch every 3 years.

B. Second point - Rising sea levels and higher tides causes water to get pushed into pipes and spill out into the streets. This causes flooding even on days without rain.

1. First piece of evidence -  When sea levels rise and water spills over into the streets, it puts not only homes and cars at risk, but can cause roads to be shut down and prevent access to important infrastructure like schools and hospitals

2. Second piece of evidence - the flooding also threatens drinking water and plant life. The salt water could start intruding on drinking-water reservoirs (it already has in some areas) and killing off non-salt-tolerant vegetation, including shade-providing palm trees.

III. Causes and Consequences

A. First point - Sea level rise is causing climate gentrification

1. First piece of evidence -  A 2018 Harvard study of Miami real estate transactions that found rising property values in higher-elevation neighborhoods, climate gentrification has become a rallying cry for activists in Miami neighborhoods such as Little Haiti (which is 7 to 14 feet above sea level), Liberty City , and Allapattah, traditionally disinvested areas with large populations of black and Latino residents which also happen to be on higher ground

2. Second piece of evidence - By 2045, increased flooding is expected to lead to $135 billion in property damage and force 280,000 Americans to adapt or relocate; and two, property that floods, or is seen to have a significantly higher flood risk, will eventually become unwanted, unsellable, and uninsurable, a stranded asset weighing down investors and the national economy.

B. Second point-Sea level rise is affecting Miami economically

1. First piece of evidence - Miami Beach has allocated $400 million towards seawalls, pumps and raising roads in their plan

2. Second piece of evidence -The city will embark on a $100 million project to raise roads, install pumps and water mains and redo sewer connections during the next two years across a swath of single-family homes in the La Gorce and Lakeview neighborhoods of Mid-Beach. A sizable chunk of a citywide effort estimated to cost $400 to $500 million, the work is meant to keep streets dry in the face of sea level rise.

IV. Possible Solutions/Community Service-Agencies

1. Summary/synthesis - Sea level rise is of importance and us Miamians should take it more serious. The community should implement things that we can do to help reduce sea level rise before it destroys our city.

2. Importance of topic - This topic is to show locals that we should worry about climate change now and learn how it will affect us in the long run.

3. Strong closing statement - In conclusion, if Miamians become aware of sea level rise ,we might be able to reduce sea level rise . There is still a chance of us living in Miami for years to come. In addition , let us not cause sea level rise to displace people of lower income due to climate gentrification.

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Good morning my name is Isabel Perez.

This is my second year at Miami Dade College and i'm studying health services administration . The topic I selected was about sea level rise in Miami and how it affects us Miamians .

I selected this topic because it is a concerning issue and if it is not addressed it will get worse in the years to come . Sea level rise will not only affect our environment , but can also cause climate gentrification .

My research shows that The sea level around Florida is up to 8 inches higher than it was in 1950. This increase is mostly due to ice melting into the ocean and, complicated by the porous limestone that the state sits on, it’s causing major issues. Around Miami, it took around 31 years for the sea level to rise by 6 inches. Scientists now forecast that in just the next 15 years, the sea level will have risen by another 6 inches.

In terms of climate gentrification, This can definitely happen in Miami according to a 2018 Harvard study of Miami real estate transactions that found rising property values in higher-elevation neighborhoods, climate gentrification has become a rallying cry for activists in Miami neighborhoods such as Little Haiti (which is 7 to 14 feet above sea level), Liberty City , and Allapattah, traditionally disinvested areas with large populations of black and Latino residents which also happen to be on higher ground (Sisson, 2020). Furthermore, fellow Miamians that live in this area are usually people who are living check by check and of lower income so they cannot financially afford to just get up and move.

My thoughts about this are concerning , I feel as though we as a community should do our part in trying to reduce sea level rise  such as reducing your carbon footprint and preserving wetlands . Also protect mangroves

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The titles of the sources I used for my talk were "Florida's Sea Level Is Rising” by Sea level rise.org  and “As Sea Level Rises, Miami Neighborhoods Feel Rising Tide of Gentrification” by Patrick Sisson .

(To the audience) What questions do you have? (Wait to see if there are any questions) T

Thank you for listening

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The sea level around Florida is up to 8 inches higher than it was in 1950. This increase is mostly due to ice melting into the ocean and, complicated by the porous limestone that the state sits on, it’s causing major issues (Sea Level Rise, 2013).In addition , Sea level rise has negatively affected Miamians now and will affect Miamians in the near future . Sea level rise does not only affect us with the weather , but also affects Miami economically. For example , it can displace many Miamians.Furthermore,I wanted to tackle this issue because I feel that there is nothing being done to reduce this locally . In addition , it is affecting the way we live. I want to bring importance to this issue.

The sea level around Virginia Key, Florida, has risen by 8 inches since 1950. Its speed of rise has accelerated over the last ten years and it’s now rising by 1 inch every 3 years.Scientists know this because sea levels are measured every 6 minutes using equipment like satellites, floating buoys off the coast, and tidal gauges to accurately measure the local sea level as it accelerates and changes (Sea Level Rise, 2013). In addition , the cause of sea level rise is due to the melting ice from the North and South Poles. Furthermore, Around Miami, it took around 31 years for the sea level to rise by 6 inches. Scientists now forecast that in just the next 15 years, the sea level will have risen by another 6 inches.

Thus , rising sea levels and higher tides cause water to get pushed into pipes and spill out into the streets. This causes flooding even on days without rain. For example , especially in Miami when water spills over into the streets, it puts not only homes and cars at risk, but can cause roads to be shut down and prevent access to important infrastructure like schools and hospitals. Thus making it difficult for Miamians to navigate . According to native Miamian Manolo Pedraza he said ,”I walk only where the water, likely filled with fecal bacteria, won’t rise above my waterproof boots. I’m lucky that day. Pools cover parts of the streets, but at least I can walk the area without soaking my feet” (Business Insider, 2018). In addition , flooding also threatens drinking water and plant life. The salt water could start intruding on drinking-water reservoirs and killing off non-salt-tolerant vegetation, including shade-providing palm trees.

Sea Level Rise will not only affect Miami’s environment ,but our economy as well. For example, it can cause climate gentrification . Which is when the rich start buying property and force lower income people out of their homes. This can definitely happen in Miami according to a 2018 Harvard study of Miami real estate transactions that found rising property values in higher-elevation neighborhoods, climate gentrification has become a rallying cry for activists in Miami neighborhoods such as Little Haiti (which is 7 to 14 feet above sea level), Liberty City , and Allapattah, traditionally disinvested areas with large populations of black and Latino residents which also happen to be on higher ground (Sisson, 2020). Furthermore, fellow Miamians that live in this area are usually people who are living check by check and of lower income so they cannot financially afford to just get up and move,

Miami has also been affected economically by climate change which causes excess flooding  . For example,Miami Beach has allocated $400 million towards seawalls, pumps and raising roads in their plan (Business Insider, 2018). In addition, the city will embark on a $100 million project to raise roads, install pumps and water mains and redo sewer connections during the next two years across a swath of single-family homes in the La Gorce and Lakeview neighborhoods of Mid-Beach. A sizable chunk of a citywide effort estimated to cost $400 to $500 million, the work is meant to keep streets dry in the face of sea level rise . It is great that the city is finding ways to fix this issue , however I feel that as a community we can do our part as well . We can do environment friendly projects as a community to help contribute to reducing sea level rise.

In conclusion ,  Sea level rise is of importance and us Miamians should take it more seriously. The community should implement things that we can do to help reduce sea level rise before it destroys our city. In addition , let us not cause sea level rise to displace people of lower income due to climate gentrification. This topic is to show locals that we should worry about climate change now and learn how it will affect us in the long run. Sea level rise is no joke and we need to come together to end it .

Works Cited

SeaLevelRise.org. “Florida's Sea Level Is Rising.” Sea Level Rise, https://sealevelrise.org/states/florida/.

Sisson, Patrick. “As Sea Level Rises, Miami Neighborhoods Feel Rising Tide of Gentrification.” Curbed, Curbed, 10 Feb. 2020, https://archive.curbed.com/2020/2/10/21128496/miami-real-estate-climate-change-gentrification.

“Miami Is Racing against Time to Keep up with Sea-Level Rise.” Business Insider, Business Insider, https://www.businessinsider.com/miami-floods-sea-level-rise-solutions-2018-4.