Public Meetings - Miami Dade County, Florida

The Miami-Dade Airport Committee met on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, at 9:00 AM in Commission Chambers. Chairwoman Danielle Cohen Higgins presided, with Commissioners Oliver G. Gilbert III, Keon Hardeman, Natalie Milian Orbis (arrived later), and Vice Chairman Roberto J. Gonzalez present. The committee considered three resolutions, approved two consent items, deferred one item, approved minutes, and received a capital program report. Consent Calendar - Item 3A: Resolution approving non-competitive legacy contract L-10488 with IED Support Services, LLC for IED software maintenance and support ($730,000 over five years) for the Miami-Dade Aviation Department. Forwarded favorably by committee (3-0) and approved by the board without objection. - Item 3B: Resolution authorizing waiver of competitive bidding and award of non-competitive revenue-generating contract BW-10591 to Goodwill Industries of South Florida, Inc. for acquisition of unclaimed lost items at Miami International Airport (projected revenue $1,092,000 over initial three-year term with two two-year renewal options). Forwarded favorably (3-0) and approved by the board without objection. Public Comments & Testimony - No members of the public addressed the committee during the reasonable opportunity for public comment. Discussion Items - Item 3C – Third Amendment to Phase VI Lease with Foundry Meek VI LLC: Proposed amendment to add 103,659 square feet of land and extend the development period by three years for development of minimum 18,000 sq ft of aircraft hangar space, a taxiway, and parking, with estimated $22,890,000 in rent over the term. Commissioner Gilbert, the prime sponsor, expressed concern about community benefits, noting his typical practice of requiring contributions for aviation-related community programs. He questioned whether the developer (buyer) was present and whether fuel would be sold at the site. David Blunt of Foundry Commercial stated they represent the seller/ground lease transfer and that a hangar is planned but details unknown. The Airport Director clarified the three parcels: hangar development, a 65-foot taxiway, and a WASD pump station improvement. Commissioner Gilbert proposed deferring to allow time to negotiate community benefits. Chairwoman Cohen Higgins agreed, noting the original 121-acre grant to the Carrie Meek Foundation in 2008 and the importance of community benefits. A motion to defer was made, seconded, and passed unanimously. The item will be deferred to the February 2026 committee meeting. - Update on Bristol Hangar at MIA: The Airport Director reported that negotiations for the purchase of two hangars from Bristol have concluded with agreed terms. The agenda item is being finalized for submission as an add-on to the December 16, 2025 Board of County Commissioners meeting. Key Outcomes - Items 3A and 3B: Approved and forwarded to the full BCC without objection. - Item 3C: Deferred to the February 2026 Airport Committee meeting (voice vote, no recorded dissent). - Item 6A: Approval of the Clerk’s Summary of Minutes for the September 10, 2025, and November 13, 2025, Airport Committee meetings – approved 5-0. - Item 7A: Aviation Capital Program Report for December 2025 – received and filed 5-0. No other business. Meeting adjourned.

The Miami-Dade Housing Committee, chaired by Commissioner Marleine Bastien, met on December 9, 2025, to consider several housing-related resolutions, including fund recaptures, property dispositions, and development agreements. The committee took votes on multiple items, deferred one, and heard public testimony on community benefits and affordable housing concerns. Consent Calendar - Item 1G1 – Resolution approving substantial amendments to FY 2016, 2019, 2021–2025 Action Plans and corresponding Consolidated Plans to recapture $1,132,820.78 in CDBG funds, $150,000 in HOME funds, and $3,535.28 in ESG funds, and to change the activity for the Florida City Village Phase VII project from rental to homeownership. Passed unanimously (5–0) after a public hearing. - Item 3A – Resolution authorizing a third commitment extension of $3,750,000 in documentary stamp surtax funds to Serenity Grove, LLC for Serenity Gardens development. Passed unanimously (5–0). - Item 3C – Resolution allocating $200,000 in FY 2023-2024 SHIP funds to Chapman Partnership Rapid Re-Housing program. Passed unanimously (5–0). - Item 3D – Resolution approving a memorandum of agreement with the Miami-Dade Property Appraiser to share Housing Choice Voucher and landlord information. Passed unanimously (5–0). - Item 3E – Resolution awarding development rights to Integra Solutions, LLC for the Annie Coleman 15 development under RAD program, with a Master Development Agreement estimated at $385,947,157 and a 99-year ground lease of $9,050,000. Passed unanimously (5–0). - Item 6A – Approval of Clerk’s summary of minutes for October 15 and November 12, 2025 Housing Committee meetings. Approved (5–0). - Item 7A – Report on status of County’s Homebuyer Down Payment Assistance Program. Received (5–0). Public Comments & Testimony - Arlett Adams (Annie Coleman 14 Resident Council) spoke on Item 3E, expressing that residents of Annie Coleman 15 were not receiving proper information or adequate time for input on Community Benefits Agreements (CBAs). She requested greater oversight, accountability, and genuine engagement from the Housing and Community Development Department (HCD). - Kenneth Kirkpatrick (Brownsville Civic Neighborhood Association) spoke in support of Item 3C and the Annie Coleman 15 development, citing a pioneering community benefit that would set aside a minority portion of net operating cash flow to finance the preservation of historically and culturally significant sites in Brownsville. Discussion Items - Item 3B (Deferred) – Resolution to declare 44 county-owned properties as surplus, revise the inventory list for affordable housing, and authorize conveyance to qualified homebuyers at or below 120% of Area Median Income (AMI) with a maximum sales price of $451,000. A lengthy discussion ensued: - Commissioner Raquel Regalado raised concerns about selling homes at high price points (up to $451,000) given the investment of land value, construction costs, and down payment assistance. She suggested using the properties for Community-Based Organizations (CBOs) like Chapman Partnership to serve lower-AMI households (e.g., 65–80% AMI) and provide more dynamic, recurring benefits. - Commissioner Kionne McGhee requested removal of parcel 1078130090250 from the list to continue conversations with CBOs in his district working on gun violence, food deserts, and domestic violence. He noted that 120% AMI for a family of four in Miami-Dade is $148,000, which many of his constituents (with median incomes around $35,000–$40,000) cannot afford. - Director Nathan Cogan (HCD) explained that the program operates under a 2023 resolution, with 20-year covenants and an escalating scale for resale profits. He noted that two homes have been completed and eight are under construction, and that the department is committed to the program but open to policy changes. - Vice Chairman Roberto Gonzalez supported the deferral and requested a report on which CBOs are interested in housing development. - Chairwoman Bastien emphasized the need for communication with commissioners whose districts contain parcels, particularly Commissioner Keon Hardemon (30 parcels) and District 3 and 8 members. She moved to defer to no date certain, with a follow-up motion to obtain a report on CBO interest. - Item 3C – During discussion, Commissioner Lopez asked about the sustainability of rapid re-housing assistance after the six-month period. Nathan Cogan and Assistant Director Plancher noted a national 85% success rate for such programs; Chapman Partnership has an 87% success rate. Commissioner Regalado highlighted Chapman’s strict programming (wake-up at 5:30, employment focus) and its partnership with The Underline for job placement. Key Outcomes - Item 3B – Deferred to no date certain after an amendment to instruct the administration to provide information on CBOs working in housing and whether any county-owned parcels could be used by them. The motion passed as amended. The administration committed to reaching out to all commissioners with properties in their districts. - All other items – Forwarded to the full Board of County Commissioners with favorable recommendations (5–0) except Item 1G1 which was approved after a public hearing. - Public Hearing for Item 1G1 – Closed after no further public input; item passed unanimously. - Clerk’s minutes – Approved for October 15 and November 12, 2025 meetings. - Report on Down Payment Assistance – Received without objection. - Next steps – Commissioner Regalado volunteered to draft a resolution changing the policy on disposition of county-owned lots for affordable housing, aiming for the February 2026 committee meeting.

The Safety and Health Committee of the Miami-Dade County Commission met on December 9, 2025, at 11:00 AM in Commission Chambers. All five members were present: Chairman Roberto J. Gonzalez, Vice Chairman Sen. René García, and Commissioners Marleine Bastien, Keon Hardemon, and Vicki L. Lopez. The meeting began with an invocation led by Commissioner Becky Lopez and the Pledge of Allegiance led by Commissioner Bastien. No public comments were made during the reasonable opportunity to be heard. The committee considered nine resolutions (items 3A–3I), all ultimately forwarded to the full Board of County Commissioners (BCC) with favorable recommendations. Discussion Items - Item 3F – CAD Consulting Services Contract Extension (Resolution 251896): Commissioner Bastien asked for clarification on the extension of contract BW-10219 for computer-aided dispatch (CAD) consulting services. The original contract was for $250,000 through February 2026. The proposed modification added 34 months and an additional $250,000, for a total of $500,000. A representative from Miami-Dade Fire Rescue (MDFR) explained that the consultant initially helped with the RFP process and selection of the CAD system and is now needed to assist with implementation of both software and hardware, a once-in-a-decade project. Commissioner Bastien confirmed the rationale and moved the item; it passed unanimously. - Item 3I – Conducted Energy Weapons Contract (Resolution 252422): Vice Chairman García requested that this item be moved to the full BCC agenda, citing timing concerns related to December 31, 2025, to ensure favorable pricing. The committee agreed to forward it to the BCC with a favorable recommendation. Key Outcomes All nine resolutions were forwarded to the BCC with a favorable recommendation by a 5–0 vote: - 3A: Memorandum of Agreement with FDEM for disaster response equipment (no cost to county). - 3B: Acceptance of EMS disbursement funds from FDOH for pre-hospital services, authorizing a five-year period through FY 2029-2030. - 3C: Acceptance of $383,023 in FY 2024 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant funds from DOJ. - 3D: Lease agreement with FDOT for Fire Station No. 53 at Snapper Creek Service Plaza (10-year initial term, no cost). - 3E: Lease agreement for DOH office space at 12750 NW 17 Street, Unit 112, Sweetwater (three years plus three-year option, no cost to county). - 3F: Waiver of competitive bidding and extension of CAD consulting services contract (additional $250,000, total $500,000; 34-month extension). - 3G: Non-competitive purchase for breathing air system compressor maintenance (additional $66,000, total $266,000). - 3H: Approval of non-competitive legacy contract for electronic arrest form system maintenance and support (Kologik Software, $1,250,000 for five years). - 3I: Authorization of non-competitive purchase for conducted energy weapons from Axon Enterprise, Inc. ($4,400,000 for five years for Corrections and Rehabilitation Department). Additionally, the committee approved the Clerk’s Summary of Minutes for the September 9, 2025, and October 15, 2025, meetings (item 6A) by a 5–0 vote. The meeting was adjourned shortly after the votes.

The Miami-Dade Recreation and Tourism Committee convened on Monday, December 8, 2025, at 1:00 PM (local time) in Commission Chambers. The meeting was chaired by Commissioner Sen. René García, with Vice Chairwoman Micky Steinberg and Commissioners Marleine Bastien, Kionne L. McGhee, and Raquel A. Regalado present. The agenda included resolutions on tree planting, zoo operations, park land acceptance, and invasive vegetation control. Public comments were not offered. Three items were pulled for discussion. Consent Calendar - Item 1A-1G, 2, 3A, 6A, 7A: The remaining agenda items were approved unanimously without discussion. These included: - Item 3A: Resolution authorizing up to $250,000 from the Tree Trust Fund for tree planting in Cutler Bay (forwarded 5-0). - Item 6A: Approval of the Clerk’s summary of minutes for the November 10, 2025 meeting (approved 5-0). - Item 7A: 2025 Sunset Review of the Tourist Development Council (report received 5-0). Public Comments & Testimony - No members of the public spoke during the reasonable opportunity for public comment. Discussion Items - Item 3B – Zoo Operating Agreement (Second Amended & Restated): Commissioner McGhee pulled the item to discuss a proposal to provide Title One schools with free zoo visits at least one day per month or quarterly. The administration had no objection. Commissioner Regalado raised the possibility of fast-tracking sponsorship agreements for the zoo, similar to procedures for other items, but legal counsel noted that sponsorship provisions are already in the underlying agreement (IO8-9). The committee voted to move the item to the December 16, 2025 Board of County Commissioners (BCC) meeting. - Item 3C – Park Site Acceptance (0.74 acres, 4252 SW 9 Street): Commissioner Regalado pulled the item. She expressed support for the passive park but raised concerns about maintenance costs and capital improvements. Director Christina White confirmed the park is planned as passive, with estimated annual maintenance of $40,000 from the department’s general fund. Commissioner García expressed frustration about the lack of transparency regarding CIIP (Capital Improvement and Infrastructure Program) funding, noting a memo requested on November 7, 2025, had not been answered. Deputy Mayor Coley stated the final budget books were not yet completed. The committee set a deadline of December 31, 2025, for the requested CIIP funding data. The item was approved unanimously. - Item 3D – Invasive Vegetation Control Services (Prequalification Pool RTQ-01354): Chairman García pulled the item to question the request for additional time (5 years) and expenditure authority (up to $6,680,000, for a total modified pool of $13,754,000). He asked about the remaining balance of $4.7 million and how funds were being used. Deputy Director Rashida Stambouli of Durham (the contractor) could not provide immediate usage figures. Commissioner Regalado noted the seasonal urgency of invasive removal. The committee voted to forward the item without recommendation to the Appropriations Committee for a financial review, with the chair’s agreement to co-assign it. The motion passed unanimously. Key Outcomes - Item 3B: Approved and moved to the December 16, 2025 BCC meeting. - Item 3C: Approved with understanding that the park will remain passive and that maintenance costs ($40,000/year) will be covered by the department’s general fund. The administration must provide CIIP funding data by December 31, 2025. - Item 3D: Forwarded without recommendation to the Appropriations Committee for further financial scrutiny. - General: The committee agreed to schedule a presentation on park funding and CIIP data at its February 2026 meeting. - All votes were unanimous (5-0) where recorded.

The Infrastructure, Innovation & Technology Committee of the Miami-Dade County Commission met on December 8, 2025, at 11:00 AM in Commission Chambers. Chair Oliver G. Gilbert III presided, joined by Commissioners Danielle Cohen Higgins, Vicki L. Lopez, Raquel A. Regalado, and Micky Steinberg. The committee approved the agenda with changes, including the addition of item 3L, deferral of item 3J to February 2, 2026, withdrawal of item 3B, and addition of item 3M. Public Comments & Testimony - Maria Magdalena Tupignan (21 Madeira Avenue, Coral Gables) spoke on item 2A regarding electric vehicles (EVs). She expressed concerns that the county is wasting taxpayer money on climate change programs, particularly the electrification of the county fleet. She stated that EVs are unreliable, prone to catching fire, require hours to charge, and would leave the county paralyzed during a hurricane. She cited a Miami Herald article reporting that South Florida’s fleet of electric buses cost $126 million and only a few are running, with most breaking down. She also argued, based on U.S. Energy Information Administration forecasts, that EVs will likely increase air pollution compared to new internal combustion vehicles. Chair Gilbert ended her remarks and requested she submit written materials. Discussion Items - Item 1G1 – Ordinance amending Downtown Kendall Urban Center zoning district regulations regarding amenity stories and penthouse floorplate area for buildings fronting certain streets. Prime Sponsor Commissioner Raquel A. Regalado. The public hearing was opened and closed with no speakers. The item passed unanimously (5-0). Commissioner Regalado requested the item be moved to the December 2025 Board of County Commissioners (BCC) meeting. - Item 2A – Resolution directing the County Mayor to prepare a written report on the performance of the county’s electric vehicle fleet, including a disposition plan for EVs and batteries. Co-Prime Sponsors Commissioner Roberto J. Gonzalez and Natalie Milian Orbis. Commissioner Micky Steinberg proposed an amendment to add a long-term fiscal and maintenance cost analysis to the report. Commissioner Danielle Cohen Higgins amended the resolution to require an analysis and briefing to commissioners rather than a written report placed on an agenda. Both amendments were accepted. - Item 2B – Resolution directing the County Mayor to report on properties critical for county infrastructure that are not owned or controlled by the county and may need acquisition by purchase or eminent domain. Prime Sponsor Commissioner Danielle Cohen Higgins, with Co-Sponsor Vicki L. Lopez. Commissioner Cohen Higgins amended the resolution to require an analysis and briefing to commissioners rather than a written report, to avoid creating a public record of properties. Commissioner Lopez co-sponsored. - Item 3L – Resolution approving the Second Amendment to the Interlocal Agreement for the South East Florida Regional Climate Change Compact, reducing the county's contribution to $80,000 through September 30, 2026. Prime Sponsor Commissioner Micky Steinberg. Chair Gilbert agreed to move the item to the next BCC meeting upon staff request. Consent Calendar / Unanimous Approvals (all passed 5-0) - Item 3A – Interlocal agreement with Village of Palmetto Bay for on-demand transportation services. - Item 3C – Road closing petition for NE 6 Place (P-1034) filed by MOD 6 LLC and Yossi Marlow, with retention of utility easement. - Item 3D – Interlocal agreement with City of Miami for on-demand transportation services. - Item 3E – Supplemental agreement with Marlin Engineering, Inc. for bridge inspection and structural analysis, increasing contract amount to $1,650,000. - Item 3F – Interlocal agreement with Florida City for on-demand transportation services. - Item 3G – Interlocal agreement with Village of Pinecrest for on-demand transportation services. - Item 3H – Interlocal agreement with Town of Bay Harbor Islands for on-demand transportation services (Commissioner Steinberg listed as co-sponsor). - Item 3I – Award of contract to Stewart & Stevenson FDDA LLC for energy storage system batteries and dual power inverter modules for the hybrid Metrobus fleet, amount not to exceed $3,979,000, using Charter County Transportation Surtax funds. - Item 3K – Consent orders with Florida Department of Environmental Protection for alleged violations at North District and South District Wastewater Treatment Plants. Options include civil penalties of $20,000 and $89,000 respectively, or pollution prevention projects of $30,000 and $133,500. - Item 3M – Resolution approving the 2025 Department of Transportation and Public Works Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan (added item). - Item 6A – Approval of the Clerk’s Summary of Minutes for the October 14, 2025, Infrastructure, Innovation, and Technology Committee meeting. Key Outcomes - Item 1G1 passed unanimously and was moved to the December 2025 BCC agenda. - Item 2A was amended to include a long-term fiscal and maintenance cost analysis, and to require a briefing to commissioners instead of a written report. The balance of the agenda (including the amended 2A and 2B) was then approved unanimously. - Item 3J (conveyance of utility easement to Florida Power & Light) was deferred to the February 2, 2026, Infrastructure, Innovation & Technology Committee meeting at the request of Commissioner Marleine Bastien. - Item 3B (Bear Cut Bridge study agreement) was withdrawn. - Item 3L was moved to the next BCC meeting. The meeting was adjourned after the balance of the agenda was approved.

On December 8, 2025, the Miami-Dade Policy Council convened with Chairman Anthony Rodriguez presiding. Commissioners present included Marleine Bastien, Danielle Cohen Higgins, Sen. René García, and Natalie Milian Orbis. The council addressed several ordinances and resolutions, including a contentious discussion on truck parking regulations, and forwarded or approved all items. Public Comments & Testimony - Samantha Garcia (representing Luis Prieto of Coastline Trucking) expressed support for the CDMP amendment (Item 2A), stating that small businesses like theirs have suffered citations due to inability to meet the 10-acre minimum for truck parking. She requested flexibility to obtain proper permits. - A representative of small businesses (unspecified name) argued that the measure does not seek to expand industrial areas but rather to allow existing small businesses to comply with regulations without undue burden. They urged support, framing it as a bridge between regulation and real life. - A speaker at 1745 West Okeechobee Road (small business owner) described a nearly five-year effort to reduce the minimum acreage requirement from 10 acres, noting that large corporations can operate freely on the same land they own. They argued that the technical requirement disadvantages community-based businesses. - Nicholas Rodriguez (attorney for 12351 Holdings and Ace Truck Parking, representing owners of over 144 acres in the Northwest Truck Parking Area) opposed the resolution. He stated that his clients invested tens of millions based on the current regulatory framework (established in 2020) and that this is the second or third time small operators are asking for a subsidized path to legalization, undermining the existing policy. He requested the item be laid on the table indefinitely. - William Coro expressed opposition, arguing that the resolution would allow big companies to continue dominating and that small businesses have been denied opportunity. Discussion Items - Item 2A: Resolution directing CDMP amendment for commercial vehicle storage flexibility (Prime Sponsor: Sen. René García). Sen. García offered an amendment that: (1) adds a requirement for the CDMP application to include authorization for additional commercial vehicle storage within a half mile of Chrome Avenue between Kendall Drive and SW 184th Street; (2) directs evaluation of all vacant county-owned properties for suitability; (3) ceases enforcement for one year against property owners for violations that would be legalized by the CDMP application, including seeking a stay of civil actions for penalties or liens. The amendment was moved and seconded. During debate, Commissioner Cohen Higgins expressed confusion about what flexibility the item actually provides if it does not reduce the 10-acre minimum. The County Planning Director confirmed the item does not reduce the 10-acre requirement, but rather asks the administration to study and recommend flexibility (e.g., allowing separate parcels under one LLC to count toward the acreage). Commissioner Bastien voiced concerns about truck parking issues in her district but felt reassured that the item would return for full board review. The item passed as amended unanimously. - Item 1G1: Ordinance creating the Dr. Antonio Jorge Social and Economic Development Council and Trust Fund. Public hearing held with no speakers. Passed unanimously (5-0). - Item 1G2: Ordinance revising attendance requirements for advisory boards. Withdrawn unanimously (5-0) with supplements also withdrawn. - Item 1G3: Ordinance requiring the Office of Intergovernmental Affairs to implement annual Washington D.C. fly-ins. Public hearing, passed unanimously (5-0) after a scrivener's error correction. - Item 1G4: Ordinance establishing Youth Engagement Program internship. Public hearing, passed unanimously (5-0). - Item 2B: Resolution requiring printed budget books for commissioners within 30 days of adoption. Passed unanimously (5-0). - Item 2C: Resolution authorizing extension of crosswalk provisions with constitutional offices and collective bargaining agents. Passed unanimously (5-0). - Item 6A: Approval of Clerk’s summary of minutes for October 16, 2025 Policy Council meeting. Approved unanimously (5-0). Key Outcomes - Item 2A was passed as amended (5-0), directing the County Mayor to file a CDMP application for truck parking flexibility and to evaluate county-owned properties. Enforcement of certain CDMP and code violations is suspended for one year. - All other items (1G1, 1G3, 1G4, 2B, 2C, 6A) were approved unanimously (5-0). Item 1G2 was withdrawn. - Sen. García committed to holding a sunshine meeting to discuss details before the final CDMP application comes to the full Board.

The Miami-Dade Board of County Commissioners convened on Tuesday, December 2, 2025, at 9:30 AM in the Commission Chambers. The meeting covered numerous consent items, public hearings, second readings, and discussion items. Key topics included amendments to airport concession agreements, capital program contract increases, a directive to finalize Bristol negotiations, and a motion to address flooding from a pump station. All votes were unanimous unless otherwise noted. Public Comments & Testimony - Mercy Perez (14900 SW 74 Terrace, Miami) spoke in support of Item 14A2, regarding the recall petition process. She expressed frustration that the lack of a designated department for recalls was not made known until residents began petitions, and she supported the item as a taxpayer right. - Isel Rodriguez (9880 Candle Drive) also supported Item 14A2, arguing that the government should clearly inform citizens about processes and that making recalls impossible amounts to negligence. Consent Calendar The following items were approved unanimously without discussion: - 2B1, 2B2, 2B3: Acceptance of Aviation Capital Program Reports and a feasibility report on job order contracting. - 3A1–3A9: Various commissioner consent items, including street co-designations (Elliott's Way, Drs. Dazelle and George Simpson Way), district fund allocations, and budget adjustments. - 8A3: Contract with Winmar Construction for MIA New Building 3053 ($18,349,699.70). - 8C1: Amendment to the architect contract for Miami-Dade County Auditorium renovations. - 8H2, 8L1–8L4, 8M1, 8N1, 8O1–8O4 (substitute), 8P1–8P3, 9A1, 10A1, 11A1–11A3, 11A5, 11A7–11A13, 11A15, 11A16, 14A1–14A3: Dozens of resolutions covering property acceptances, historic preservation tax exemptions, brownfield designation, solid waste program, Title VI program, water/sewer contract changes, security guard services contracts, lease approvals, environmental covenants, homeless trust administration, mitigation bank feasibility, job vacancy reports, pet registration portal, neighborhood planning, public housing directives, inspector general agreement, aquarium lease, flood relief funding, food additive resolution, sewer overflow funding, Bird Key conservation, land-use regulation, and roadway resilience funding. - 5A: Resolution naming the new Sumatran tiger habitat at Zoo Miami as the "Cecil and Ana Milton Family Foundation Stripes of Sumatra." - 5B: Ordinance creating the Legacy Palm Drive Community Development District. - 5C: Resolution approving the plat of Delmas North Apartments. - 5D: Ordinance clarifying standards for certified recovery residences and reasonable accommodations. - 7A: Ordinance revising Children's Trust governing board membership and term limits. - 7B: Ordinance amending the Metromover subzone of the Rapid Transit Zone to add private properties. - 7C: Ordinance creating the Trail Connector Sub-District in Downtown Kendall Urban Center. Discussion Items - Item 2B3 (Job Order Contracting Feasibility Report): Commissioner Juan Carlos Bermudez expressed support but stressed the need for robust metrics to evaluate pilot program costs. - Items 8A1 and 8A2 (Airport Concession Lease Amendments): Commissioners debated the process behind these amendments for Duty-Free Americas Miami and Global Concessions Inc., with Senator Rene Garcia and others questioning why errors occurred and seeking accountability. Deputy Director Basel Benz explained that the standard form agreement was used for efficiency, anticipating the later amendments with vendor agreement. Commissioner Keon Hardeman noted the board had created a messy process. The items passed with discussion. - Items 8A4 and 8A5 (Capital Program Contract Increases): Senator Garcia pulled these items, seeking justification for increases of $15.6 million (Hill International) and $18.5 million (Turner & Townsend Heery). Staff explained the increases were due to accelerated capital projects. The items passed. - Item 8H1 (Park Property Deed Acceptance): Senator Garcia expressed frustration over the Mayor's office failing to respond to his November 7 memo requesting detailed analysis of the Countywide Infrastructure Investment Program (CIIP) for parks. Mayor Daniella Levine Cava committed to providing a written response by the next meeting. - Item 9A2 (Baynanza Funding): Commissioner Bermudez supported the $490,000 disbursement from the Biscayne Bay Environmental Enhancement Trust Fund but noted that District 12 was not included and requested countywide inclusion. - Bristol Negotiations (No formal agenda item): Commissioner Danielle Cohen Higgins moved to direct the administration to bring an update on negotiations with Bristol (related to American Airlines property at MIA) to the December 16 meeting, with a deadline of December 4 for the Chair to receive materials. Commissioner Oliver Gilbert cautioned against prejudicing negotiations, but the motion passed after noting that over a year of talks had occurred and American Airlines’ 200+ employees were at risk. Key Outcomes - All public hearings (Items 5A-5D) and second readings (Items 7A-7C) adopted unanimously (12-0 or 13-0). - Items 8A1 and 8A2 adopted (vote not recorded but passed after discussion). - Items 8A4, 8A5, 8H1, 9A2 adopted unanimously. - Motion on Bristol negotiations: Approved to direct the administration to provide the item to the Chair by December 4, 2025, for the December 16 meeting, with the expectation of a resolution by December 31, 2025. - Pump Station Flooding Motion: Commissioner Keon Hardeman moved to direct the Water & Sewer Department to investigate and remediate flooding at 781 NW 55th Street within two weeks, authorizing necessary expenditures. The motion passed. - Legislative Hold Extensions: All commissioners except Commissioner Hardeman extended their holds indefinitely; Commissioner Hardeman extended his for 90 days. - Orange Bowl Funding: Commissioner Gilbert’s motion to distribute $500,000 in countywide non-departmental funds passed: $300,000 to Orange Blossom Football Classic LLC, $100,000 to Alabama State University Foundation, and $100,000 to FYFL United Inc.

The Miami-Dade Board of County Commissioners held a Comprehensive Development Master Plan (CDMP) and Zoning meeting on November 20, 2025, beginning at 9:30 AM. The meeting addressed several deferred items, new zoning applications, and appeals. Key actions included unanimous denial of a zoning appeal, approval of two school-related projects with scholarship conditions, and deferral of a large-scale development after significant public testimony. Consent Calendar - No consent calendar; all items were taken up individually. Public Comments & Testimony - Item 8B1 (ARC Property Holdings): 14 residents spoke in strong opposition, arguing the rezoning from RU1 to RU5A was unnecessary, would set a dangerous precedent for higher density via the Live Local Act, and violated the 1991 zoning framework that allowed professional offices without rezoning. Several noted the applicant could already operate under existing variance. One neighborhood attorney argued the proposal constituted illegal spot zoning. - Item 3B/8C2 (Lennar Homes/Citinet Aventura): Multiple speakers expressed opposition citing environmental contamination (arsenic, chromium, copper), protected pine rockland habitat, traffic impacts on narrow roads, flooding, and lack of sewer capacity. Supporters (3 speakers) emphasized the need for more single-family homes, businesses, and amenities like a dog park. The applicant requested and received a deferral to December 18, 2025. - Item 8A3 (Miami Country Day School): Two speakers (a student and a parent) spoke in favor, highlighting the need for a new high school building to improve learning and community space. - Item 8A4 (UBC Miami): No public speakers. Discussion Items - Item 8A3 (Miami Country Day School): District 3 Commissioner supported the project, noting the school's existing scholarship programs for District 3 residents. An additional covenant language was added to encourage scholarship programs for local students. The item was approved unanimously. - Item 8A4 (UBC Miami): District 3 Commissioner praised the project for beautifying the area and providing collegiate scholarship opportunities. The applicant agreed to a 30-day condition to finalize a $100,000 scholarship covenant. Approved unanimously. - Item 8B1 (ARC Property Holdings): Chairman Rodriguez (District 10) moved to deny, citing the applicant's ability to achieve their goals under the existing 1991 variance, lack of community support, and “spidey senses” about future plans. Other commissioners expressed concerns about the potential for future Live Local Act applications overriding any covenant. The motion to deny passed 12-0. - Item 3B/8C2 (Lennar Homes/Citinet Aventura): District 8 Commissioner voiced dissatisfaction with the proposed density, calling it too high for the agricultural area. After discussion, the applicant requested a deferral to further collaborate with neighbors. The deferral was approved unanimously. Key Outcomes - Item 8B1 (ARC Property Holdings): Motion to deny passed 12-0. The appeal was denied, upholding the Zoning Appeals Board decision. - Item 8A3 (Miami Country Day School): Approved with conditions (30-day covenant submission for scholarship programs) by a vote of 12-0. - Item 8A4 (UBC Miami): Approved with conditions (30-day submission of $100,000 scholarship covenant) by a vote of 12-0. - Item 3B, 3B Supplement, 3B1, and 8C2 (Lennar Homes/Citinet Aventura): Deferred to December 18, 2025, by a vote of 11-0 (following public hearing). - Item 3A, 3A Supplement, 3A1, and 8A1 (RRPVII BBI Biscayne): Deferred to December 18, 2025, by unanimous vote. - Item 8A2 (1201 Brickell Bay, LLC): Deferred to December 18, 2025, by unanimous vote (Commissioner Lopez requested deferral for review). - Item 8A5 (Garden Place Development): Deferred to December 18, 2025, by unanimous vote. - Item 8C1 (18440 Ojus LLC): Deferred to December 18, 2025, by unanimous vote. - Item 8C2 (covered under 3B deferral) – deferred as noted above.

Miami-Dade County Commission Meeting - November 18, 2025\n\nThe Miami-Dade Board of County Commissioners met on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, starting at 9:30 AM with a recess for a memorial service, reconvening at approximately 1:00 PM. The board approved numerous consent items, public hearings, and policy matters, including the appointment of a new District 5 commissioner and a major amendment to the solid waste interlocal agreement. Votes were largely unanimous with a few notable exceptions.\n\n Consent Calendar\n- Mayoral Reports (2B1-2B6): Accepted unanimously (12-0). Included status reports on FEMA reimbursements for Hurricane Irma, feasibility of lowering speed limits to 25 mph on certain county roads, 2025 Charter Review Task Force preliminary report, FY 2024-25 state legislative awards third quarter report, report on unexecuted contracts and two-step procurements, and leave donations for Texas floods relief.\n- Commissioner Consent Items (3A1-3A9): Resolutions approving discretionary reserve allocations from various district funds, all passed unanimously.\n- Departmental Consent Items: Including road right-of-way acceptance (8N1, 12-0), interlocal with City of Miami for Silver Bluff traffic (8N2, 12-0).\n\n Public Comments & Testimony\n- Michelle Nymar (District 5 resident): Spoke on 11A1 (ash reuse) urging caution about liability; on 11A2 (vacancy) asked for a special election, but if appointment necessary, recommended Joe Sanchez.\n- Joe Sanchez (District 5 resident, 55 years): Urged board to give voters the right to a special election, stating democracy is an investment, not an expense.\n- Hector Sheward (disabled Vietnam-era veteran): Supported a special election for District 5; if appointing, requested a veteran.\n- Sharon Fraser Stevens (Liberty Square resident): Supported items 2B2 and 2B3 (speed limits) and discussed speeding and illegal dumping on NW 12th Avenue.\n\n Discussion Items\n- 4A – Certified Recovery Residences Ordinance (First Reading): Ordinance clarifying standards and procedures for certified recovery residences, including a process for reasonable accommodation from land use regulations. Passed unanimously (12-0). A procedural motion waived rules to set second reading and public hearing for December 2, 2025.\n- 8J1 – NCL Cruise Terminal Amendment: Third amendment with an estimated positive fiscal impact of $851 million. Commissioner Regalado questioned potential space for port fuel farm and surface parking. Passed 11-0.\n- 8M1 – Solid Waste Interlocal Agreement (Amended): Major amendment to the standard form interlocal with contract cities. Commissioner Steinberg moved extensive amendments addressing disposal fee schedules. Commissioners Regalado and Bermudez expressed concerns about flexibility for cities like South Miami and Coral Gables to pursue their own waste management. Regalado offered an amendment to expedite future amendments (suspending committee review) for those cities; that sub-amendment passed. Final amended item passed by voice vote.\n- 8P1 – Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) Contract: Award to Core & Main LP for $273.6 million over 20 years. Senator Garcia questioned workforce transition for meter readers; administration stated positions would be retrained through attrition and no layoffs. Passed unanimously.\n- 8P2 – Misdemeanor Diversion Services (Amended): Contracts with Advocate Program Inc. and Court Options Inc. Commissioner Hardeman moved amendments to include State Attorney’s Office as signatory and create a scholarship endowment fund from fees. No cost to county. Passed as amended.\n- 11A1 – Ash Reuse Resolution: Urging Florida Legislature to facilitate safe reuse of incinerator ash. Passed unanimously (12-0).\n- 11A2 – Appointment to District 5 Vacancy: After debate on election vs. appointment, Commissioner Gilbert nominated State Representative Vicki Lopez. Debate included remarks from Garcia, Bermudez, Hardeman, Regalado, Gonzalez, and McGhee. Vote: 7-5 in favor of appointment. (Voting yes: Bastien, Cohen Higgins, Gilbert, Gonzalez, Hardeman, Milian Orbis, Rodriguez; voting no: Bermudez, Garcia, Regalado, Steinberg, McGhee.) Lopez will serve until the next countywide election (August 2026).\n\n Key Outcomes\n- Certified Recovery Residences Ordinance: Adopted on first reading (12-0); public hearing and second reading set for December 2, 2025.\n- NCL Cruise Terminal Amendment: Approved (11-0) with an $851 million positive fiscal impact.\n- Solid Waste Interlocal Agreement: Approved as amended, including a sub-amendment to allow expedited future amendments for cities seeking alternative waste management (bypassing committee review with two-thirds vote).\n- Advanced Metering Infrastructure Contract: Approved (12-0) for $273.6 million over 20 years.\n- Misdemeanor Diversion Contracts: Approved as amended with scholarship fund provisions.\n- Ash Reuse Resolution: Approved (12-0).\n- District 5 Appointment: Vicki Lopez appointed as county commissioner (7-5).\n- Public Hearing for Ordinance 4A: December 2, 2025, approved via motion.\n- Give Miami Day Allocations: Commissioners Cohen Higgins, Gonzalez, and Rodriguez each allocated $5,000 (or similar) from their funds; Commissioner Gilbert allocated $10,000 to FOM. Also, Commissioner Hardeman allocated from District 3 red speed camera fund to Focal. All passed unanimously.\n- Appointment to Unsafe Structures Board: Harold Charles appointed.\n- Moment of Silence: Observed for Commissioner Hardeman’s late uncle, Representative Roy Hardeman.\n- Adjournment: Motion carried, meeting ended.