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Board of County Commissioners: julio de 2026

Miami-Dade County

OUTSOURCING OR SELLING COUNTY DEBT

Miami-Dade County is considering the feasibility of outsourcing or selling a portion of its outstanding debt, specifically identifying approximately $41 million gross (8%) of the total $525 million outstanding debt as potentially suitable for sale to third-party collection agencies or receivables buyers. The report, initiated by Resolution R-785-25, analyzes the types of debt, potential buyers, and financial implications. The County's Internal Compliance Department (CCS) recommends selling only a portion of the debt to generate cash flow, with specific criteria to minimize risk. Debts with compliance components, such as citations that require further action to absolve the account, and those involving sensitive data (HIPAA) or requiring personal assistance to constituents, are not recommended for sale. The report notes that selling debt could lead to legal risks under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) and impact funding streams for departments. The County has prior experience with outside collection agencies, listing several firms that have previously been awarded contracts. The report is scheduled for presentation to the Board of County Commissioners.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Report
Decision:
Recommendation to consider selling a portion of outstanding debt
Applicant:
Mayor Daniella Levine Cava (Requester), Commissioner Danielle Cohen Higgins (Sponsor of Resolution R-785-25)

OUTSOURCING OR SELLING COUNTY DEBT

This legislative report, File Number 261102, addresses the feasibility of outsourcing or selling Miami-Dade County debt. As of July 29, 2025, the County had approximately $525 million in outstanding debt, excluding Jackson Health System. The report identifies about $41 million (8%) of this debt as potentially suitable for sale to third-party collection agencies or receivables buyers. The remaining 92% is not recommended for sale due to compliance requirements, data privacy concerns (HIPAA), and the need for personalized constituent assistance. The report notes that selling debt could lead to legal risks under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) and potentially jeopardize funding streams for departments. The County Mayor's office recommends considering the sale of a portion of the debt to generate cash flow, with specific criteria to minimize risk. The report references past experiences with outside collection agencies and legal precedents regarding the assignment of liens. The matter is pending Board of County Commissioners (BCC) assignment and was introduced on June 15, 2026, with an agenda date of July 21, 2026.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Report
Decision:
Recommendation to consider the sale of a portion of outstanding debt.
Applicant:
Mayor (Daniella Levine Cava)

OUTSOURCING OR SELLING COUNTY DEBT

This report analyzes the feasibility of outsourcing or selling Miami-Dade County debt. The County's Credit and Collection Section (CCS) identified approximately $41 million in gross outstanding debt, out of a total of $525 million (as of July 29, 2025), that could potentially be sold to third-party collection agencies or receivables buyers. The report advises against selling the majority of the debt (92%) due to compliance requirements, data privacy concerns (HIPAA), and the need for personalized constituent assistance. The sale of debt could also expose the County to legal risks under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA). The report notes that historically, external agencies have had limited success compared to in-house capabilities. The recommendation is to consider selling only a portion of the debt portfolio to generate cash flow, with specific criteria to minimize risk. The report references past contractor pools from 2003, including Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson LLP and Alliance One Receivables Management, Inc., and notes that similar providers are still active in the market. The matter is pending Board of County Commissioners (BCC) assignment.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Report
Decision:
Recommendation to consider selling a portion of the outstanding debt portfolio.
Applicant:
Mayor Daniella Levine Cava (Requester)

OUTSOURCING OR SELLING COUNTY DEBT

This legislative item, File Number 261102, concerns a report on the feasibility of outsourcing or selling Miami-Dade County debt. The report, introduced on 6/15/2026 and scheduled for the Board of County Commissioners agenda on 7/21/2026, analyzes the potential sale of approximately $41 million (8%) of the County's $525 million outstanding debt as of July 29, 2025. This debt includes non-citation items like emergency medical services and utility billing, and citation-related debt. The report recommends considering the sale of a portion of the debt to generate cash flow, but advises against selling citation-related debt due to compliance requirements and potential negative impacts on constituents. The County has prior experience with outside collection agencies, with a list of potential providers identified. Legal implications, including potential applicability of the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) and Florida Consumer Collection Practices Act (FCCPA) to third-party collectors, are discussed. The sale could impact departmental budgets and funding streams, and may lead to a loss of internal flexibility and direct constituent support. The Internal Compliance Department's Credit and Collection Section (CCS) will continue to refine internal collection processes.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Report
Decision:
Recommendation to consider the sale of a portion of outstanding debt
Applicant:
Mayor (Daniella Levine Cava) / Internal Compliance Department's Credit and Collection Section (CCS)

OUTSOURCING OR SELLING COUNTY DEBT

This document is a report on the feasibility of outsourcing or selling County debt, not a development project. It contains no address, parcel, size, zoning change, or construction opportunity. The report recommends the Board consider selling a portion of the outstanding debt portfolio, specifically almost $41 million gross (8%) of the $525 million total outstanding debt as of July 29, 2025, to third-party collection agencies or receivables buyers. The remaining 92% is not recommended for sale. The report was introduced on 6/15/2026 and accepted by the Board of County Commissioners on 7/21/2026. No public comment or stakeholder sentiment is stated in the document.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Report
Decision:
Accepted

OUTSOURCING OR SELLING COUNTY DEBT

This document is a report on the feasibility of outsourcing or selling County debt, not a development project. It recommends the Board consider selling a portion of the outstanding debt portfolio, specifically almost $41 million gross (8%) of the $525 million total outstanding debt as of July 29, 2025, to third-party collection agencies or receivables buyers. The report recommends against selling the other 92% due to compliance components, HIPAA data protection, potential legal risks under the FDCPA, and loss of ability to personally assist constituents. The report was introduced on 6/15/2026 and accepted by the Board of County Commissioners on 7/21/2026.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Report
Decision:
Accepted
Applicant:
Daniella Levine Cava, Mayor

OUTSOURCING OR SELLING COUNTY DEBT

This document is a report on the feasibility of outsourcing or selling County debt, not a development project. It recommends the Board consider selling a portion of the outstanding debt portfolio, identifying almost $41 million gross (8%) of the $525 million outstanding debt as of July 29, 2025, as potentially saleable. The report recommends against selling the other 92% due to compliance components, HIPAA data protection, and legal risks under the FDCPA. The report was accepted by the Board of County Commissioners on 7/21/2026. No specific project, site, or action is described.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Report
Decision:
Accepted

OUTSOURCING OR SELLING COUNTY DEBT

This legislative item, File Number 261102, is a report on the feasibility of outsourcing or selling county debt, initiated by Directive No. 251385 and sponsored by Commissioner Danielle Cohen Higgins. The report analyzes the types and amounts of debt that could be sold or outsourced, potential buyers, market conditions, and estimated recovery rates. As of July 29, 2025, Miami-Dade County had approximately $525 million in outstanding debt, including non-citation debts (e.g., emergency medical services, utility billing) and citation-related debt. The report identifies approximately $41 million (8%) of this debt as potentially suitable for sale to third-party collection agencies or receivables buyers, with the caveat that the County would not be liable for data validation or collectability. The remaining 92% is not recommended for sale due to compliance requirements, data privacy concerns (HIPAA), and the need for personalized constituent assistance. The report notes that selling debt could lead to legal risks under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) and Florida Consumer Collection Practices Act (FCCPA) if applied to third-party collectors. The County has prior experience with outside collection agencies, listing examples from 2003 and current market providers. The staff recommends considering the sale of a portion of the outstanding debt portfolio to generate cash flow, but with specific criteria to minimize risk. The report is scheduled for the Board of County Commissioners agenda on July 21, 2026.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Report
Decision:
Staff recommends the Board consider the sale of a portion of the outstanding debt portfolio.
Applicant:
Mayor (Requester), Commissioner Danielle Cohen Higgins (Sponsor)

OUTSOURCING OR SELLING COUNTY DEBT

This is a report to the Board of County Commissioners on the feasibility of outsourcing or selling County debt, in response to Resolution R-785-25. As of July 29, 2025, the outstanding debt for County Departments was about $525 million, exclusive of Jackson Health System. The report identifies almost $41 million gross (8%) of that balance that could be considered for sale to third-party collection agencies or receivables buyers. The staff recommendation is to consider the sale of a portion, not the totality, of the outstanding debt portfolio. The report was accepted by the Board on July 21, 2026. No specific project, site, or construction work is described.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Report
Decision:
Accepted

OUTSOURCING OR SELLING COUNTY DEBT

This document is a report on the feasibility of outsourcing or selling County debt, not a development project. It states the outstanding debt for County Departments was about $525 million as of July 29, 2025, and identified almost $41 million gross (8%) that could be considered for sale. The report recommends the Board consider the sale of a portion, not its totality, of the outstanding debt portfolio. The final action was Accepted on 7/21/2026.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Report
Decision:
Accepted

OUTSOURCING OR SELLING COUNTY DEBT

This is a report to the Board of County Commissioners on the feasibility of outsourcing or selling County debt, in response to Resolution R-785-25. As of July 29, 2025, the outstanding debt for County Departments was about $525 million. The report identifies almost $41 million gross (8%) that could be considered for sale to third-party collection agencies or receivables buyers. The staff recommendation is to consider the sale of a portion, not its totality, of the outstanding debt portfolio. The report was accepted by the Board of County Commissioners on July 21, 2026. No specific project, site, or address is described.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Report
Decision:
Accepted

OUTSOURCING OR SELLING COUNTY DEBT

The document is a report on the feasibility of outsourcing or selling County debt, not a development project. It states that as of July 29, 2025, the outstanding debt for County Departments was about $525 million, and identified almost $41 million gross (8%) that could be considered for sale to third-party collection agencies or receivables buyers. The report recommends the Board consider the sale of a portion, not its totality, of the outstanding debt portfolio. The final action was Accepted on 7/21/2026. No specific street address, parcel, acreage, or zoning change is stated.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Report
Decision:
Accepted
Applicant:
Daniella Levine Cava, Mayor

OUTSOURCING OR SELLING COUNTY DEBT

Miami-Dade County is considering the feasibility of outsourcing or selling a portion of its outstanding debt, specifically identifying approximately $41 million gross (8%) of the total $525 million outstanding debt as potentially suitable for sale to third-party collection agencies or receivables buyers. The report, initiated by Resolution R-785-25, analyzes the types of debt, potential buyers, and financial implications. The recommendation is to sell only a portion of the debt portfolio to generate cash flow, with specific criteria to minimize risk. Non-citation debts like emergency medical services and utility billing, and citation-related debts from departments such as Regulatory and Economic Resources and Animal Services are included in the total outstanding debt. The report notes that selling citation-related debt is not considered in the County's best interest due to compliance requirements and the need for personal assistance to constituents. The County has prior experience with outside collection agencies, with a list of potential providers identified. Legal review indicates the County has the power to assign code enforcement liens, but recommends retaining control and the ability to recall assignments. Concerns are raised about potential exposure to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) and Florida Consumer Collection Practices Act (FCCPA) if debt is assigned to private collectors. The sale could impact funding streams for departments and the Clerk of the Court and Comptroller for the code enforcement appeal process. Internal analysis suggests that outsourcing could sever access to data, undermine constituent support, and lead to loss of internal flexibility. The report is pending Board of County Commissioners assignment.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Report
Decision:
Recommendation to consider selling a portion of outstanding debt
Applicant:
Miami-Dade County Mayor's Office

OUTSOURCING OR SELLING COUNTY DEBT

Miami-Dade County is considering the feasibility of outsourcing or selling a portion of its outstanding debt, specifically identifying approximately $41 million out of a total of $525 million in outstanding debt (as of July 29, 2025) as potentially suitable for sale to third-party collection agencies or receivables buyers. The report, initiated by Resolution R-785-25 and sponsored by Commissioner Danielle Cohen Higgins, analyzes the types and amounts of debt, potential buyers, market conditions, and financial implications. The recommendation is to sell a portion of the debt portfolio to generate cash flow, with specific criteria to minimize legal risks and costs. The report notes that selling citation-related debt is not recommended due to practical considerations for constituents and the County. Concerns raised include potential loss of ability to assist constituents, HIPAA compliance for ambulance billing, and potential legal risks under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) if private collectors are used. The County has prior experience with outside collection agencies, with a list of potential providers provided. The report will be presented to the Board of County Commissioners.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Report
Decision:
Recommendation to consider selling a portion of outstanding debt
Applicant:
Miami-Dade County Mayor's Office (Requester), Internal Compliance Department's Credit and Collection Section (Analyzer)

OUTSOURCING OR SELLING COUNTY DEBT

This legislative matter, File Number 261102, is a report on the feasibility of outsourcing or selling County debt, initiated by Directive No. 251385 and sponsored by Commissioner Danielle Cohen Higgins. The report analyzes the types and amounts of debt that could be sold or outsourced, potential buyers, and financial implications. As of July 29, 2025, Miami-Dade County had approximately $525 million in outstanding debt. The report identifies about $41 million (8%) of this debt as potentially suitable for sale to third-party collection agencies or receivables buyers, excluding citation-related debt and debt with compliance components or HIPAA considerations. The Internal Compliance Department's Credit and Collection Section (CCS) recommends considering the sale of a portion of the outstanding debt portfolio to generate cash flow, with specific criteria to minimize risk. The report notes that the County has prior experience with outside collection agencies, listing several firms that have been involved in past contracts. Legal analysis indicates Florida law permits the assignment of code enforcement liens, but recommends retaining control and the ability to recall assignments. Potential risks include exposure to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) and the Florida Consumer Collection Practices Act (FCCPA) if debt is assigned to private collectors, and potential severance of access to data and internal flexibility. The report is scheduled for the Board of County Commissioners agenda on July 21, 2026.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Report
Decision:
Recommendation to consider the sale of a portion of the outstanding debt portfolio.
Applicant:
Mayor (Daniella Levine Cava) and Commissioner Danielle Cohen Higgins (sponsor of Resolution R-785-25)

OUTSOURCING OR SELLING COUNTY DEBT

This document is a report on the feasibility of outsourcing or selling County debt, not a development project. It states that as of July 29, 2025, the outstanding debt for County Departments was about $525 million, and identified almost $41 million gross (8%) that could be considered for sale to third-party collection agencies or receivables buyers. The report recommends the Board consider the sale of a portion, not its totality, of the outstanding debt portfolio. The report was accepted by the Board of County Commissioners on 7/21/2026. No specific address, parcel, acreage, or zoning change is stated.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Report
Decision:
Accepted

OUTSOURCING OR SELLING COUNTY DEBT

Miami-Dade County is considering the feasibility of outsourcing or selling a portion of its outstanding debt, specifically identifying approximately $41 million (8%) of the total $525 million outstanding debt as potentially suitable for sale to third-party collection agencies or receivables buyers. The report, initiated by Resolution R-785-25, analyzes the types of debt, potential buyers, and financial implications. The recommendation is to sell only a portion of the debt, excluding citation-related debt and debt with compliance components or requiring personal assistance to constituents, due to legal risks (FDCPA, FCCPA), data privacy concerns (HIPAA), and the loss of internal collection capabilities. The County has prior experience with outside collection agencies, with a list of potential providers provided. The report is pending Board of County Commissioners (BCC) assignment and was introduced on 6/15/2026, with an agenda date of 7/21/2026.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Report
Decision:
Recommendation to consider selling a portion of outstanding debt
Applicant:
Mayor (Daniella Levine Cava)

OUTSOURCING OR SELLING COUNTY DEBT

This is a report to the Board of County Commissioners on the feasibility of outsourcing or selling County debt, in response to Resolution R-785-25. As of July 29, 2025, the outstanding debt for County Departments was about $525 million, excluding Jackson Health System. The report identifies almost $41 million gross (8%) of that balance that could be considered for sale to third-party collection agencies or receivables buyers. The recommendation is to consider the sale of a portion, not the totality, of the outstanding debt portfolio. The report was accepted by the Board on 7/21/2026. No specific project site, address, parcel, or construction work is described.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Report
Decision:
Accepted

OUTSOURCING OR SELLING COUNTY DEBT

This legislative item, File Number 261102, is a report on the feasibility of outsourcing or selling county debt, initiated by Directive No. 251385 and sponsored by Commissioner Danielle Cohen Higgins. The report analyzes the types and amounts of debt that could be sold or outsourced, potential buyers, market conditions, and estimated recovery rates. As of July 29, 2025, Miami-Dade County had approximately $525 million in outstanding debt, including non-citation debts (e.g., emergency medical services, utility billing) and citation-related debt. The report identifies approximately $41 million (8%) of this debt as potentially suitable for sale to third-party collection agencies or receivables buyers, with the caveat that the County would not be liable for data validation or collectability. The remaining 92% is not recommended for sale due to compliance requirements, data privacy concerns (HIPAA), and the need for personalized constituent assistance. The report notes that selling debt could lead to legal risks under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) and Florida Consumer Collection Practices Act (FCCPA) if applied to third-party collectors. The County has prior experience with outside collection agencies, with a list of potential providers provided. The Board of County Commissioners is recommended to consider selling a portion of the outstanding debt portfolio to generate cash flow, but with specific criteria to minimize risk. The report will be presented to the Board on July 21, 2026.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Report
Decision:
Recommendation to consider the sale of a portion of the outstanding debt portfolio.
Applicant:
Mayor (Daniella Levine Cava) and Commissioner Danielle Cohen Higgins (sponsor of Resolution R-785-25)

OUTSOURCING OR SELLING COUNTY DEBT

This is a legislative report to the Miami-Dade Board of County Commissioners on the feasibility of outsourcing or selling County debt, in response to Resolution R-785-25. The report recommends the Board consider selling a portion, not the totality, of the outstanding debt portfolio to generate cash flow. As of July 29, 2025, the outstanding debt for County Departments was about $525 million, of which almost $41 million gross (8%) was identified as potentially eligible for sale to third-party collection agencies or receivables buyers. The report recommends against selling the other 92% due to compliance components, HIPAA data protection, potential legal risks under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA), and the loss of ability to personally assist constituents. The report was accepted by the Board on July 21, 2026. No specific street address, parcel, acreage, or construction project is stated.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Report
Decision:
Accepted

OUTSOURCING OR SELLING COUNTY DEBT

The document is a legislative item, File Number 261102, a report to the Board of County Commissioners on the feasibility of outsourcing or selling County debt, in response to Resolution R-785-25. The report recommends the Board consider the sale of a portion, not its totality, of the outstanding debt portfolio to generate cash flow. As of July 29, 2025, the outstanding debt for County Departments was about $525 million, of which almost $41 million gross (8%) could be considered for sale to third-party collection agencies or receivables buyers. The other 92% is not recommended. The report was accepted by the Board of County Commissioners on 7/21/2026. No specific project, site, or address is described.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Report
Decision:
Accepted

OUTSOURCING OR SELLING COUNTY DEBT

This is a report on the feasibility of outsourcing or selling County debt, not a development project. It recommends the Board consider selling a portion of the outstanding debt portfolio, specifically almost $41 million gross (8%) of the $525 million total outstanding debt as of July 29, 2025. The report recommends against selling the other 92% due to compliance components, HIPAA data protection, potential legal risks under the FDCPA, and loss of ability to personally assist constituents. The report was accepted by the Board of County Commissioners on 7/21/2026.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Report
Decision:
Accepted
Applicant:
Mayor Daniella Levine Cava

OUTSOURCING OR SELLING COUNTY DEBT

This document is a report on the feasibility of outsourcing or selling County debt, not a development project. It contains no address, parcel, acreage, or zoning change. The report recommends the Board consider selling a portion of the outstanding debt portfolio, specifically about $41 million gross (8%) of the $525 million outstanding debt as of July 29, 2025, to third-party collection agencies or receivables buyers. The remaining 92% is not recommended for sale. The report was introduced on 6/15/2026 and accepted by the Board of County Commissioners on 7/21/2026. The report is in response to Resolution R-785-25, sponsored by Commissioner Danielle Cohen Higgins, and adopted on July 16, 2025. The report notes that selling citations is legal but not in the County's best interest. It also notes potential legal risks under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) and Florida Consumer Collection Practices Act (FCCPA) if third-party collectors are used, and that the County would lose the ability to personally assist constituents. The report states that CCS has almost $17 million average annual collections on recurring balance, and that the sale of receivables could jeopardize funding streams for departments and the Clerk of the Court and Comptroller. The report also states that prior attempts to use outside collection agencies resulted in limited success.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Report
Decision:
Accepted

OUTSOURCING OR SELLING COUNTY DEBT

This is a report to the Board of County Commissioners on the feasibility of outsourcing or selling County debt, in response to Resolution R-785-25. The report recommends the Board consider selling a portion, not the totality, of the outstanding debt portfolio. As of July 29, 2025, the outstanding debt for County Departments was about $525 million, of which almost $41 million gross (8%) could be considered for sale. The report recommends against selling the other 92% due to compliance components, HIPAA data protection, and legal risks under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act. The report was accepted by the Board on July 21, 2026.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Report
Decision:
Accepted
Applicant:
Mayor Daniella Levine Cava

OUTSOURCING OR SELLING COUNTY DEBT

This is a legislative report, not a project approval. It analyzes the feasibility of outsourcing or selling County debt. The report recommends the Board consider selling a portion, not the totality, of the outstanding debt portfolio. As of July 29, 2025, the outstanding debt for County Departments was about $525 million, of which almost $41 million gross (8%) could be considered for sale. The report was accepted by the Board of County Commissioners on July 21, 2026. The report is in response to Resolution R-785-25, sponsored by Commissioner Danielle Cohen Higgins, adopted July 16, 2025, and Directive No. 251385. The report notes that selling citations is legal but not in the best interest of constituents or the County. It also notes potential legal risks under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) and Florida Consumer Collection Practices Act (FCCPA) if third-party collectors are used, and concerns about HIPAA compliance for ambulance-related billing. The report states that CCS has almost $17 million average annual collections on recurring balance, and that the sale of receivables could jeopardize funding streams for departments and the Clerk of the Court and Comptroller. No specific project, site, or action is described beyond this administrative report.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Report
Decision:
Accepted

OUTSOURCING OR SELLING COUNTY DEBT

This is a legislative report, not a construction project. It analyzes the feasibility of outsourcing or selling County debt. The report recommends the Board consider selling a portion, not the totality, of the outstanding debt portfolio. As of July 29, 2025, the outstanding debt for County Departments was about $525 million. Of that, almost $41 million gross (8%) could be considered for sale. The other 92% is not recommended. The report is in response to Resolution R-785-25, sponsored by Commissioner Danielle Cohen Higgins, adopted July 16, 2025. The report was introduced 6/15/2026, and the final action was on 7/21/2026, when it was accepted by the Board of County Commissioners. No specific project site, address, parcel, or zoning change is stated.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Report
Decision:
Accepted

OUTSOURCING OR SELLING COUNTY DEBT

The document is a report on the feasibility of outsourcing or selling County debt, not a development project. It states that as of July 29, 2025, the outstanding debt for County Departments was about $525 million, of which almost $41 million gross (8%) could be considered for sale to third-party collection agencies or receivables buyers. The report recommends the Board consider the sale of a portion, not its totality, of the outstanding debt portfolio. The report is in response to Resolution R-785-25, sponsored by Commissioner Danielle Cohen Higgins, adopted by the Board on July 16, 2025. The report was introduced on 6/15/2026 and accepted on 7/21/2026. The report notes that the other 92% is not recommended for sale due to compliance components, HIPAA data protection, and legal risks under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA). The report also notes that CCS has almost $17 million average annual collections on recurring balance. No public comment or stakeholder sentiment is stated in the document.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Report
Decision:
Accepted

OUTSOURCING OR SELLING COUNTY DEBT

The document is a report on the feasibility of outsourcing or selling County debt, not a development project. It recommends the Board consider selling a portion of the outstanding debt portfolio, specifically almost $41 million gross (8%) of the $525 million total outstanding debt as of July 29, 2025. The report was accepted by the Board of County Commissioners on 7/21/2026. The report notes that the other 92% is not recommended for sale due to compliance components, HIPAA data protection, and potential legal risks under the FDCPA. Public comment sentiment is not stated in the document.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Report
Decision:
Accepted

OUTSOURCING OR SELLING COUNTY DEBT

Miami-Dade County is considering the feasibility of outsourcing or selling a portion of its outstanding debt. As of July 29, 2025, the total outstanding debt for County Departments was approximately $525 million. The report identifies about $41 million (8%) of this debt as potentially suitable for sale to third-party collection agencies or receivables buyers, excluding citation-related debt due to compliance requirements and constituent best interests. The County Mayor's office, through the Internal Compliance Department's Credit and Collection Section (CCS), prepared this report in response to a resolution adopted on July 16, 2025. The Board of County Commissioners accepted this report on July 21, 2026. Concerns include potential legal risks under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) and the loss of direct constituent assistance. CCS will continue to refine internal collection processes.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Report
Decision:
Accepted
Applicant:
Mayor (Daniella Levine Cava)

OUTSOURCING OR SELLING COUNTY DEBT

Miami-Dade County is considering the feasibility of outsourcing or selling a portion of its outstanding debt, estimated at $525 million as of July 29, 2025. The Internal Compliance Department's Credit and Collection Section (CCS) recommends selling approximately $41 million (8%) of this debt, specifically non-citation related debts like emergency medical services and utility billing, while excluding citation-related debt due to compliance requirements and constituent assistance needs. The report analyzes the market for such debt, potential buyers, and financial implications, noting that the average age of receivables ranges from 4 to 30 years. Previous experience with outside collection agencies in 2003 included firms like Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson LLP and Alliance One Receivables Management, Inc. Legal considerations include Florida statutes regarding lien assignment and potential applicability of the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) if debt is sold to private collectors. The sale could provide short-term cash flow but might sever access to data, impact departmental budgets, and reduce internal flexibility for constituent assistance and settlements. The report is scheduled for presentation to the Board of County Commissioners.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Report
Decision:
Recommendation to consider selling a portion of outstanding debt
Applicant:
Miami-Dade County Mayor's Office (Requester), Internal Compliance Department's Credit and Collection Section (Analysis)

OUTSOURCING OR SELLING COUNTY DEBT

This is a report to the Board of County Commissioners on the feasibility of outsourcing or selling County debt, in response to Resolution R-785-25. As of July 29, 2025, the outstanding debt for County Departments was about $525 million. Of this, almost $41 million gross (8%) was identified as potentially sellable to third-party collection agencies or receivables buyers. The report recommends the Board consider the sale of a portion, not its totality, of the outstanding debt portfolio. The other 92% is not recommended for sale. The report notes that the outstanding balance of Jackson Health System was not included. The report was accepted by the Board on July 21, 2026. The report does not describe a specific construction or development project, site, or action.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Report
Decision:
Accepted

OUTSOURCING OR SELLING COUNTY DEBT

Miami-Dade County is considering the feasibility of outsourcing or selling a portion of its outstanding debt, specifically identifying approximately $41 million gross (8%) of the total $525 million outstanding debt as potentially suitable for sale to third-party collection agencies or receivables buyers. The report, initiated by Resolution R-785-25, analyzes the types of debt, potential buyers, and financial implications. The recommendation is to sell only a portion of the debt portfolio to generate cash flow, with specific criteria to minimize risk. The County's Internal Compliance Department's Credit and Collection Section (CCS) manages collections and advises against selling debt with compliance components or those requiring personal assistance to constituents, citing concerns about HIPAA, Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) implications, and loss of internal collection capabilities. The report notes past experiences with outside collection agencies and legal precedents regarding the assignment of liens. The final decision on whether to proceed with selling debt is pending Board of County Commissioners assignment.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Report
Decision:
Report on feasibility, recommendation to consider selling a portion of debt
Applicant:
Mayor (Daniella Levine Cava)

OUTSOURCING OR SELLING COUNTY DEBT

This is a legislative report, not a construction project. It analyzes the feasibility of outsourcing or selling County debt. The report recommends the Board consider selling a portion, not all, of the outstanding debt portfolio. As of July 29, 2025, the outstanding debt for County Departments was about $525 million, of which almost $41 million gross (8%) could be considered for sale. The report recommends against selling the other 92%. The report was accepted by the Board of County Commissioners on July 21, 2026. The report is in response to Resolution R-785-25, sponsored by Commissioner Danielle Cohen Higgins, adopted July 16, 2025. The report was requested by the Mayor, Daniella Levine Cava. The report notes that selling debt could expose the County to legal risks under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) and Florida Consumer Collection Practices Act (FCCPA), and that it would lose the ability to personally assist constituents. The report also notes that CCS has almost $17 million average annual collections on recurring balance, and that the sale could jeopardize funding streams for departments and the Clerk of the Court and Comptroller. The report states that the County has previous experience with awarding contracts to Outside Collections Agencies in 2003. The report does not describe a physical development project, site, or construction work.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Report
Decision:
Accepted
Applicant:
Mayor Daniella Levine Cava (requester); Commissioner Danielle Cohen Higgins (sponsor of Resolution R-785-25)

OUTSOURCING OR SELLING COUNTY DEBT

Miami-Dade County is considering the feasibility of outsourcing or selling a portion of its outstanding debt, specifically recommending the sale of approximately $41 million (8%) of the total $525 million outstanding debt as of July 29, 2025. This debt includes non-citation items like emergency medical services and utility billing, as well as some citation-related debt. The County Mayor's office, through the Internal Compliance Department's Credit and Collection Section (CCS), conducted an internal analysis. The recommendation is to sell only a portion of the debt to generate cash flow, with specific criteria to minimize risk. The report highlights that selling citation-related debt is not considered in the best interest of constituents or the County due to compliance requirements and the need for personal assistance. Potential risks include legal exposure under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) if the County uses third-party collectors, and loss of direct constituent support. The County has prior experience with outside collection agencies, with a list of potential providers identified. The report is a response to Resolution R-785-25, sponsored by Commissioner Danielle Cohen Higgins.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Report
Decision:
Recommendation to consider selling a portion of outstanding debt
Applicant:
Mayor (Daniella Levine Cava)

OUTSOURCING OR SELLING COUNTY DEBT

Miami-Dade County is evaluating the feasibility of outsourcing or selling a portion of its outstanding debt, estimated at $525 million as of July 29, 2025. The report identifies approximately $41 million (8%) of this debt as potentially suitable for sale to third-party collection agencies or receivables buyers. The County Mayor's office recommends considering the sale of a portion, not the entirety, of the debt portfolio to generate cash flow, with specific criteria to minimize risk. The report details the types of debt, potential buyers, market conditions, and financial implications, noting that citation-related debt and debt requiring compliance components or personal assistance for constituents are not recommended for sale. The County has prior experience with outside collection agencies, listing examples from 2003 and current market providers. Legal considerations include Florida statutes and potential applicability of the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) and Florida Consumer Collection Practices Act (FCCPA) if debt is assigned to private collectors. The report is a response to Resolution R-785-25, sponsored by Commissioner Danielle Cohen Higgins, and was introduced on June 15, 2026, with an agenda date of July 21, 2026.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Report
Decision:
Recommendation to consider selling a portion of outstanding debt
Applicant:
Mayor Daniella Levine Cava

OUTSOURCING OR SELLING COUNTY DEBT

This is a report on the feasibility of outsourcing or selling County debt, not a development project. The report recommends the Board consider the sale of a portion, not its totality, of the outstanding debt portfolio to generate cash flow. As of July 29, 2025, the outstanding debt for County Departments was about $525 million, of which almost $41 million gross (8%) could be considered for sale to third-party collection agencies or receivables buyers. The other 92% is not recommended. The report was introduced on 6/15/2026, and the final action was Accepted on 7/21/2026. No specific street address, parcel, acreage, or zoning change is stated.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Report
Decision:
Accepted

OUTSOURCING OR SELLING COUNTY DEBT

Miami-Dade County is considering the feasibility of outsourcing or selling a portion of its outstanding debt, specifically identifying approximately $41 million (8%) of the total $525 million outstanding debt as potentially suitable for sale to third-party collection agencies or receivables buyers. The report, initiated by Resolution R-785-25, analyzes the types of debt, potential buyers, and financial implications. The recommendation is to sell only a portion of the debt, excluding citation-related debt and debt with compliance components or requiring personal assistance, due to legal risks (FDCPA, FCCPA), data privacy concerns (HIPAA), and the loss of internal collection capabilities. The County has prior experience with outside collection agencies, listing several firms from a 2003 Request for Approval. The report is pending Board of County Commissioners (BCC) assignment and was introduced on June 15, 2026, with an agenda date of July 21, 2026.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Report
Decision:
Recommendation to consider selling a portion of outstanding debt
Applicant:
Mayor (Daniella Levine Cava)

OUTSOURCING OR SELLING COUNTY DEBT

This is a report on the feasibility of outsourcing or selling County debt, not a development project. It recommends the Board consider selling a portion, not the totality, of the outstanding debt portfolio. As of July 29, 2025, the outstanding debt for County Departments was about $525 million, of which almost $41 million gross (8%) could be considered for sale to third-party collection agencies or receivables buyers. The other 92% is not recommended. The report is in response to Resolution R-785-25, sponsored by Commissioner Danielle Cohen Higgins, adopted July 16, 2025. The final action was Accepted on July 21, 2026. The report notes that selling debt could jeopardize funding streams and sever access to data, and that prior attempts to use outside collection agencies resulted in limited success.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Report
Decision:
Accepted
Applicant:
Mayor Daniella Levine Cava (report from); Commissioner Danielle Cohen Higgins (sponsor of resolution)

OUTSOURCING OR SELLING COUNTY DEBT

This legislative item, File Number 261102, concerns a report on the feasibility of outsourcing or selling County debt. The report, introduced on 6/15/2026 and scheduled for the Board of County Commissioners agenda on 7/21/2026, analyzes the potential sale of approximately $41 million of Miami-Dade County's outstanding debt, which totals about $525 million as of July 29, 2025. The debt includes non-citation items like emergency medical services and utility billing, as well as citation-related debt. The recommendation is to consider selling a portion of the debt portfolio to generate cash flow, with specific criteria to minimize risk. The report notes that selling citation-related debt is not recommended due to compliance requirements and the need for constituent assistance. Potential buyers and market conditions are discussed, along with legal implications under Florida law and the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act. The County has prior experience with outside collection agencies, with a list of potential providers provided. The report highlights that selling debt could provide short-term cash flow but would sever access to data and internal flexibility in managing constituent assistance and settlements. The Internal Compliance Department's Credit and Collection Section (CCS) is responsible for this analysis.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Report
Decision:
Recommendation to consider selling a portion of the outstanding debt portfolio.
Applicant:
Mayor (Requester), Daniella Levine Cava (Mayor)

OUTSOURCING OR SELLING COUNTY DEBT

The document is a report to the Board of County Commissioners on the feasibility of outsourcing or selling County debt, in response to Resolution R-785-25. As of July 29, 2025, the outstanding debt for County Departments was about $525 million, of which almost $41 million gross (8%) was identified as potentially suitable for sale to third-party collection agencies or receivables buyers. The report recommends the Board consider the sale of a portion, not its totality, of the outstanding debt portfolio. The report was accepted by the Board on 7/21/2026. No specific project, site, or address is described.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Report
Decision:
Accepted

OUTSOURCING OR SELLING COUNTY DEBT

This legislative item, File Number 261102, is a report on the feasibility of outsourcing or selling Miami-Dade County debt. The report, introduced on 6/15/2026 and scheduled for the Board of County Commissioners agenda on 7/21/2026, analyzes the potential sale of approximately $41 million (8%) of the County's $525 million outstanding debt as of July 29, 2025. The debt includes non-citation items like emergency medical services and utility billing, as well as citation-related debt. The report recommends considering the sale of a portion of the debt to generate cash flow, but advises against selling citation-related debt due to compliance requirements and potential negative impacts on constituents. The County has prior experience with outside collection agencies, with a list of potential providers identified. Legal implications, including potential applicability of the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act to third-party collectors, are discussed. The sale could impact departmental budgets and funding streams, and may result in a loss of direct constituent support and internal flexibility. The report was initiated by a resolution sponsored by Commissioner Danielle Cohen Higgins and adopted on July 16, 2025.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Report
Decision:
Recommendation to consider the sale of a portion of the outstanding debt portfolio
Applicant:
Mayor (Daniella Levine Cava) / Internal Compliance Department's Credit and Collection Section (CCS)

OUTSOURCING OR SELLING COUNTY DEBT

This legislative report, File Number 261102, addresses the feasibility of outsourcing or selling Miami-Dade County debt. The report, introduced on 6/15/2026 and pending BCC assignment with an agenda date of 7/21/2026, analyzes the potential sale of outstanding County debt. As of July 29, 2025, the County had approximately $525 million in outstanding debt. The Internal Compliance Department's Credit and Collection Section (CCS) identified about $41 million (8%) of this debt as potentially suitable for sale to third-party collection agencies or receivables buyers. The remaining 92% is not recommended for sale due to compliance requirements, data privacy concerns (HIPAA), and the need for personalized constituent assistance. The report notes that the County has prior experience with outside collection agencies, listing several firms from a 2003 Request for Approval. Legal analysis indicates Florida law permits the assignment of code enforcement liens, but recommends the County retain control. Potential risks include exposure to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) and Florida Consumer Collection Practices Act (FCCPA) if debt is sold to private collectors, and potential impact on funding streams for departments and the Clerk of the Court. The sale could provide short-term cash flow but would sever access to data and internal flexibility. The report recommends considering the sale of a portion of the outstanding debt portfolio to generate cash flow, with balances limited based on specific criteria to minimize risk.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Report
Decision:
Recommendation to consider the sale of a portion of the outstanding debt portfolio.
Applicant:
Mayor (Requester)

OUTSOURCING OR SELLING COUNTY DEBT

This is a report to the Board of County Commissioners on the feasibility of outsourcing or selling County debt, in response to Resolution R-785-25. The report recommends the Board consider the sale of a portion, not its totality, of the outstanding debt portfolio. As of July 29, 2025, the outstanding debt for County Departments was about $525 million, of which almost $41 million gross (8%) could be considered for sale. The other 92% is not recommended for sale. The report was accepted by the Board on 7/21/2026. No specific project, site, or address is described.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Report
Decision:
Accepted
Applicant:
Mayor Daniella Levine Cava

OUTSOURCING OR SELLING COUNTY DEBT

Miami-Dade County is considering the feasibility of outsourcing or selling a portion of its outstanding debt, specifically about $41 million (8%) of the total $525 million outstanding as of July 29, 2025. The debt includes non-citation debts like emergency medical services and utility billing, and citation-related debt. The County Mayor's office recommends selling only a portion to generate cash flow, with specific criteria to minimize risk. The report highlights that selling citation-related debt is not recommended due to compliance requirements and potential negative impact on constituents. Concerns include HIPAA compliance for ambulance billing, potential legal risks under FDCPA and FCCPA if outsourced, loss of direct constituent assistance, and the potential impact on funding streams for departments. The County has prior experience with outside collection agencies, with some providers still active in the market. The report is a response to a resolution adopted on July 16, 2025, and is pending BCC assignment.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Report
Decision:
Report in draft, pending BCC Assignment. Staff recommendation is to consider selling a portion of outstanding debt.
Applicant:
Mayor (Daniella Levine Cava)

OUTSOURCING OR SELLING COUNTY DEBT

This document is a report on the feasibility of outsourcing or selling County debt, not a development project. It contains no address, parcel, acreage, units, or zoning change. The report recommends the Board consider selling a portion of the outstanding debt portfolio, identifying almost $41 million gross (8%) of the $525 million outstanding debt as of July 29, 2025, as potentially saleable. The report was accepted by the Board of County Commissioners on 7/21/2026. Public comment sentiment is not stated.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Report
Decision:
Accepted

OUTSOURCING OR SELLING COUNTY DEBT

Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners accepted a report on the feasibility of outsourcing or selling county debt. The report, introduced on 6/15/2026 and accepted on 7/21/2026, analyzed outstanding county debt as of July 29, 2025. The County Mayor's office recommended considering the sale of a portion of the outstanding debt portfolio to generate cash flow, specifically identifying approximately $41 million (8%) of the total $525 million outstanding debt as potentially suitable for sale to third-party collection agencies or receivables buyers. The report noted that the majority of the debt (92%) is not recommended for sale due to compliance requirements, data privacy concerns (HIPAA), and the desire to maintain personal assistance for constituents. The County has prior experience with outside collection agencies, listing several firms from a 2003 Request for Approval. Legal analysis indicates Florida law permits the assignment of code enforcement liens, but recommends retaining control and the ability to recall assignments. The report also discusses potential exposure to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) and Florida Consumer Collection Practices Act (FCCPA) if debt is assigned to private collectors. The sale of receivables could affect departmental budgets and funding streams for processes like hearing officers. The report concluded that while selling debt may provide short-term cash flow, it would sever access to data, reduce internal flexibility, and potentially impact constituent support.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Report
Decision:
Accepted
Applicant:
Mayor (Daniella Levine Cava)

OUTSOURCING OR SELLING COUNTY DEBT

This legislative matter, File Number 261102, concerns a report on the feasibility of outsourcing or selling County debt. The report, introduced on 6/15/2026 and scheduled for an agenda on 7/21/2026, analyzes the potential sale of approximately $41 million (8%) of Miami-Dade County's outstanding debt, which totaled about $525 million as of July 29, 2025. The debt includes non-citation items like Fire Rescue emergency medical services and Water and Sewer utility billing, as well as citation-related debt from departments such as Regulatory and Economic Resources and Animal Services. The recommendation is to consider selling a portion of the debt portfolio to generate cash flow, with specific criteria to minimize risk. The report notes that selling citation-related debt is not recommended due to practical considerations for constituents and the County. Concerns raised include potential legal risks under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) and Florida Consumer Collection Practices Act (FCCPA) if debt is sold to third parties, loss of direct constituent assistance, and potential impact on funding streams for departments. The County has prior experience with outside collection agencies, with a list of potential providers provided. The report is a response to Resolution R-785-25.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Report
Decision:
Recommendation to consider selling a portion of the outstanding debt portfolio
Applicant:
Mayor (Daniella Levine Cava)

OUTSOURCING OR SELLING COUNTY DEBT

This is a report to the Board of County Commissioners on the feasibility of outsourcing or selling County debt, in response to Resolution R-785-25. The report recommends the Board consider selling a portion, not the totality, of the outstanding debt portfolio. As of July 29, 2025, the outstanding debt for County Departments was about $525 million, of which almost $41 million gross (8%) could be considered for sale. The report recommends against selling the other 92%. The final action was 'Accepted' on July 21, 2026. No specific project, site, or address is described.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Report
Decision:
Accepted

OUTSOURCING OR SELLING COUNTY DEBT

This is a report on the feasibility of outsourcing or selling County debt, not a development project. It recommends selling a portion of the outstanding debt portfolio, about $41 million gross (8%) of the $525 million total outstanding debt as of July 29, 2025, to third-party collection agencies or receivables buyers. The report does not recommend selling the other 92% due to compliance components, HIPAA data protection, potential legal risks under the FDCPA, and loss of ability to personally assist constituents. The report is in response to Resolution R-785-25, sponsored by Commissioner Danielle Cohen Higgins, adopted July 16, 2025. The final action was Accepted on July 21, 2026. No specific street address, parcel, acreage, or units are stated. Public comment sentiment is not stated in the document.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Report
Decision:
Accepted
Applicant:
Mayor Daniella Levine Cava (report requester); Commissioner Danielle Cohen Higgins (resolution sponsor)

OUTSOURCING OR SELLING COUNTY DEBT

The document is a report on the feasibility of outsourcing or selling County debt, not a development project. It recommends the Board consider selling a portion of the outstanding debt portfolio, specifically almost $41 million gross (8%) of the $525 million outstanding debt as of July 29, 2025, to third-party collection agencies or receivables buyers. The report recommends against selling the other 92% due to compliance components, HIPAA data protection, potential legal risks under the FDCPA, and loss of ability to personally assist constituents. The report is in response to Resolution R-785-25, sponsored by Commissioner Danielle Cohen Higgins, adopted July 16, 2025. The final action was 'Accepted' on July 21, 2026. No specific street address, parcel, acreage, or units are stated. Public comment sentiment is not stated.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Report
Decision:
Accepted
Applicant:
Mayor Daniella Levine Cava

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