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OSCAR SARDIÑAS
Key Biscayne
ISLAND BUZZ
Explore Oscar’s work in education, public service, and the Key Biscayne community through articles, commentary, and interviews.
Education & Schools
Key Biscayne adopts $119M budget
Biscayne Bay Beacon • Beacon staff • September 25, 2026
A proposal to strengthen KBK8 takes center stage during the Village’s budget hearing, as Oscar calls for dedicated funding to support the school’s future.
School Board chair hosts Town Hall Meeting at Mast Academy
Miami’s Community Newspapers • Community News Releases • February 9, 2026
Students, families, educators, and local leaders gather at MAST Academy for a conversation with School Board Chair Mari Tere Rojas about education in the community.
K-8 Center welcomes new principal to begin new year
Islander News • Hillard Grossman • August 7, 2025
Meet Principal Evie Mayor and learn about her vision for KBK8, alongside Oscar’s welcome and commitment to working with school leadership.
https://www.islandernews.com/eedition/page-e03/page_c0fc025e-47f7-5bdf-a985-b42bd48667c7.html
Key Biscayne residents to teach at K-8? Enrollment, teacher shortage tackled at meeting with school district
Key Biscayne Independent / WLRN • Allison Dubrow • June 20, 2025
Village and district leaders explore ways to strengthen KBK8, from new programming and family outreach to bringing residents’ expertise into the classroom.
Key Biscayne K-8: the momentum is real
Islander News • Commentary by Oscar Sardiñas • August 12, 2026
Oscar shares his perspective on the collaboration among families, educators, and community leaders helping shape the next chapter for KBK8.
https://www.islandernews.com/eedition/page-25/page_9fce4059-ce33-5157-b088-7426af984dc0.html
From concern to commitment: A community path forward for KBK8
Islander News • Commentary by Vice Mayor Oscar Sardiñas • March 18, 2026
Oscar reflects on the importance of a strong neighborhood public school and calls on the community to turn concerns into shared action.
https://www.islandernews.com/eedition/page-06/page_a56b5cea-cf69-5723-9ca5-ec0d47b72001.html
Learning center broadens support for island families
Islander News • Beachcombings • Photos by Leo Quintana • June 24, 2026
Key to Literacy celebrates its expansion, bringing additional support to children with learning differences. Oscar joins local leaders at the ribbon-cutting.
https://www.islandernews.com/eedition/page-23/page_e2e00312-27d1-5072-9f4c-26c4832779e1.html
Key Biscayne Presbyterian School celebrates elementary expansion
Islander News • Beachcombings • Photos by Leo Quintana • January 28, 2026
The school celebrates new classrooms and expanded elementary offerings at a ribbon-cutting attended by Oscar and fellow community leaders.
https://www.islandernews.com/eedition/page-22/page_8b666d7d-5626-543c-88b4-5eed8af4f779.html
Village of Key Biscayne & Infrastructure
Sardiñas seeks re-election, prioritizing education and stormwater resiliency
Islander News • Hillard Grossman • August 19, 2026
Oscar reflects on his first Council term and outlines the priorities he hopes to advance over the next four years.
https://www.islandernews.com/eedition/page-07/page_9921589c-77ac-5647-b70e-0b24bba598f4.html
Thoughtful process matters in Key Biscayne’s stormwater decisions
Islander News • Commentary by Vice Mayor Oscar Sardiñas • March 11, 2026
Oscar explains why engineering, environmental protection, and long-term financial planning should guide the Village’s approach to flood resilience.
https://www.islandernews.com/eedition/page-09/page_122dd5be-a6c5-5b51-a6f5-e8f4b9382539.html
Key Biscayne debates 546 new streetlights at $3.6M
Biscayne Bay Beacon • Beacon staff • September 8, 2026
Council members consider safety, cost, and neighborhood character as they review a proposed streetlight expansion.
https://biscaynebaybeacon.com/articles/key-biscayne-debates-546-new-streetlights-at-3-6m-mtsf01mh
Sardiñas back as vice mayor, council approves HVAC upgrade, zoning changes
Islander News • Hillard Grossman • December 4, 2025
Oscar receives unanimous support from his Council colleagues to continue serving as Vice Mayor during a meeting addressing facilities, zoning, and other Village priorities.
https://www.islandernews.com/eedition/page-20/page_d4f186ea-3590-57dc-9a49-428d56d6f984.html
Turning a page: New library breaks ground on Key Biscayne
Islander News • Beachcombings • Photos by Leo Quintana • June 10, 2026
A new chapter begins for the island’s library as Oscar joins Village and County leaders to celebrate the groundbreaking for a larger, modern facility.
https://www.islandernews.com/eedition/page-22/page_06f047a9-d0b5-50f5-b57e-80a5cb242ce7.html
Key RATZ softball team at the Miami Marlins — Photo of the Week
Islander News • Photo courtesy of Oscar Sardiñas • May 27, 2026
Head Coach Oscar Sardiñas takes The Key RATZ girls softball team to enjoy a day at the ballpark .
https://www.islandernews.com/eedition/page-01/page_fd712e6d-99eb-56fd-b6df-e1c2b7525804.html
From idea to harvest: Community Garden takes root
Islander News • Beachcombings • Photos by Leo Quintana • May 13, 2026
Volunteers and neighbors celebrate the Community Garden’s first anniversary, with Oscar joining the gathering recognizing its growth and community spirit.
https://www.islandernews.com/eedition/page-30/page_1727ca95-7f40-5fbe-aed5-ac1f557de72b.html
ASK Club celebrates 10 Years of Gratitude and Community
Islander News • Beachcombings • Photos by Bill Durham and Catherine Malinin Dunn • June 12, 2025
Active Seniors on the Key celebrates a decade of friendship and community support, with Oscar joining the anniversary luncheon.
https://www.islandernews.com/eedition/page-22/page_5907fc05-a5d1-5b04-94ce-c83a8ce102eb.html