CHARTER AMENDMENT, ARTICLE 7 ADVERTISING

Board of County Commissioners · 2026-07-21 · resolution

Miami-Dade County is proposing a Charter Amendment to expand allowable advertising within parks. This legislative matter, File Number 261314, is scheduled for a countywide special election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, to be held in conjunction with the General Election. The amendment aims to allow for more revenue-generating advertising in parks, which are currently facing funding challenges. The current charter limits advertising to that associated with sponsorship of events or facilities, provided it is compatible with the park and does not unreasonably impair public use or damage the park. The proposed amendment seeks to remove the sponsorship requirement, allowing for broader advertising opportunities, with all generated revenue to be exclusively used for the park system. A two-thirds vote of commissioners present is required to place the issue on the ballot, and a majority of electors voting will determine the outcome. The Parks, Recreation, and Open Spaces Department (PROS) is identified as facing challenges with generating revenue to support its operations and initiating new projects and programs.