SARGASSUM HOT SPOTS

Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee · 2026-07-14 · resolution

Miami-Dade County is seeking a modification to Field Permit No. 8042676-DA, which currently allows mechanical beach cleaning at specific sargassum hot spots. The goal is to gain discretion to include additional sargassum hot spots within the permit's scope without requiring further Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) approvals. This aims to improve the efficiency of sargassum removal from county beaches, which are vital to the tourism industry and resident quality of life. The permit modification could be classified as minor or major, depending on FDEP's review. The resolution was introduced on 7/7/2026 and is currently In Committee, with an Agenda Date of 9/1/2026.