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Board of County Commissioners: julio de 2026

Miami-Dade County

FY 25-26 TDC GRANTS PROGRAM - Q3

Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners is considering approving funding for 33 grants totaling $383,600.00 from the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Third Quarter Tourist Development Council Grants Program. These funds are designated to promote Miami-Dade County tourism through various cultural, sporting, television, and special events. The Board is also being asked to waive Resolution No. R-130-06 to expedite the grant agreement process. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded this item to the Board with a favorable recommendation. No public comment is mentioned in the document.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Before the Board (Pending BCC Assignment)
Applicant:
Various Entities (33 listed grants)

FY 25-26 TDC GRANTS PROGRAM - Q3

Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners is considering approving funding for 33 grants totaling $383,600.00 from the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Third Quarter Tourist Development Council Grants Program. These funds are allocated to promote Miami-Dade County tourism through various cultural, sporting, television, and special events. The Board is also being asked to waive Resolution No. R-130-06 to expedite the grant agreement process. The grants support a variety of entities, including Artefactus Cultural Project, Inc. ($5,000.00), Miami Beach Gay Pride Inc ($35,000.00), and The Miami Children's Museum, Inc. ($25,000.00). The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded this item to the Board with a favorable recommendation. No public comment is detailed in this document.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Before the Board (recommendation for approval)
Applicant:
Various Entities (33 listed)

FY 25-26 TDC GRANTS PROGRAM - Q3

The document is a resolution approving 33 grants totaling $383,600.00 from the FY 2025-2026 Third Quarter Tourist Development Council Grants Program to promote Miami-Dade County tourism. The grants are for various cultural, sporting, television, and special event projects. The resolution was adopted by the Board of County Commissioners on 7/21/2026. The document does not provide specific street addresses, parcel numbers, acreage, or zoning changes for any of the grantee projects. The document lists 33 grantee organizations and their grant amounts, including Artefactus Cultural Project, Inc. ($5,000), Miami Beach Gay Pride Inc ($35,000), Miami Dade College dba Miami Film Festival ($15,000), Miami Gay and Lesbian Film Festival, Inc. ($30,000), Salute 365 Foundation, Inc. ($35,000), Thai American Association of FL, Inc. ($25,000), and The Miami Children's Museum, Inc. ($25,000). The resolution waives Resolution No. R-130-06 and authorizes the County Mayor to execute grant agreements. The staff recommendation notes that no applications were received for Commission Districts 1 or 13 for this quarter. The TDC reviewed and approved the recommendations on April 17, 2026. The document does not contain any public comment or stakeholder sentiment.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Adopted
Applicant:
Various entities including Artefactus Cultural Project, Inc., Miami Beach Gay Pride Inc, Miami Dade College dba Miami Film Festival, Miami Gay and Lesbian Film Festival, Inc., Salute 365 Foundation, Inc., Thai American Association of FL, Inc., and The Miami Children's Museum, Inc.

FY 25-26 TDC GRANTS PROGRAM - Q3

Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners adopted Resolution R-614-26 (File Number 260902) on 7/21/2026, approving 33 grants totaling $383,600.00 from the FY 2025-2026 Third Quarter Tourist Development Council Grants Program Room Tax Plan and Surtax Category to promote Miami-Dade County tourism. The resolution waives Resolution No. R-130-06 and authorizes the County Mayor or designee to execute grant agreements. The grants support tourist-oriented cultural, sporting, television, and special event/promotions. The item was introduced on 5/18/2026, forwarded with a favorable recommendation by the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee on 6/9/2026, and adopted by the Board on 7/21/2026. The grant recommendations were reviewed and approved by the Tourist Development Council on 4/17/2026. No applications were received for Commission Districts 1 or 13 for this quarter. The impact is countywide. The funding source is the Tourist Development Room Tax, Hotel/Motel Food and Beverage Surtax, and GMCVB agreement ($25,000), with a budget reference of $1,450,000. The 33 grantees and amounts are: Artefactus Cultural Project, Inc. $5,000; Artists in Residence in Everglades, Inc. $5,000; Centro Cultural Boliviano Masis Corp $3,500; Community Arts and Culture, Inc. $7,500; Creation Art Center Corp. $5,000; Cuban Classical Ballet of Miami Inc. $5,000; For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology $10,000; FUNDarte, Inc. $10,500; Gato Gordo Arts Corporation $3,500; Gran Fondo New York, Inc. $5,100; Juggerknot Theatre Corporation $15,750; Karen Peterson and Dancers, Inc. $10,000; Men Beni Gardening $5,000; Miami Beach Gay Pride Inc $35,000; Miami Dade College dba Miami Film Festival $15,000; Miami Gay and Lesbian Film Festival, Inc. $30,000; Miami New Drama, Inc. $12,000; Miami Northwest Express Track Club, Inc. $10,000; Miami River Fund, Inc. $10,000; MUCE Educates Corp. $5,000; Musicall, Inc. $15,000; Namaskar Foundation Corporation $10,000; Nu Deco Ensemble, Inc. $9,000; O, Miami, Inc. $12,000; Primer Acto Florida Foundation, Inc. $5,000; Salute 365 Foundation, Inc. $35,000; Siudy Flamenco Dance Theater, Inc. $7,500; Thai American Association of FL, Inc. $25,000; The Dance NOW! Ensemble, Inc. $10,000; The Deering Estate Foundation, Inc. $12,250; The Miami Children's Museum, Inc. $25,000; UNSIN Incorporated $5,000; We Art Foundation, Inc. $5,000.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Adopted
Applicant:
Various entities as listed in the resolution; requester is Department of Cultural Affairs; prime sponsor is Sen. Rene Garcia

FY 25-26 TDC GRANTS PROGRAM - Q3

The document is a Miami-Dade County legislative item approving 33 grants totaling $383,600.00 from the FY 2025-2026 Third Quarter Tourist Development Council Grants Program. The grants fund tourist-oriented cultural, sporting, television, and special events. The resolution was adopted by the Board of County Commissioners on 7/21/2026. The document does not state any specific street address, parcel, acreage, or zoning change for any project. The grants are listed by organization name and amount. Public comment sentiment is not stated.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Adopted
Applicant:
Various entities including Artefactus Cultural Project, Inc., Artists in Residence in Everglades, Inc., Centro Cultural Boliviano Masis Corp, Community Arts and Culture, Inc., Creation Art Center Corp., Cuban Classical Ballet of Miami Inc., For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology, FUNDarte, Inc., Gato Gordo Arts Corporation, Gran Fondo New York, Inc., Juggerknot Theatre Corporation, Karen Peterson and Dancers, Inc., Men Beni Gardening, Miami Beach Gay Pride Inc, Miami Dade College dba Miami Film Festival, Miami Gay and Lesbian Film Festival, Inc., Miami New Drama, Inc., Miami Northwest Express Track Club, Inc., Miami River Fund, Inc., MUCE Educates Corp., Musicall, Inc., Namaskar Foundation Corporation, Nu Deco Ensemble, Inc., O, Miami, Inc., Primer Acto Florida Foundation, Inc., Salute 365 Foundation, Inc., Siudy Flamenco Dance Theater, Inc., Thai American Association of FL, Inc., The Dance NOW! Ensemble, Inc., The Deering Estate Foundation, Inc., The Miami Children's Museum, Inc., UNSIN Incorporated, We Art Foundation, Inc.

FY 25-26 TDC GRANTS PROGRAM - Q3

Resolution approving 33 grants totaling $383,600.00 from the FY 2025-2026 Third Quarter Tourist Development Council Grants Program to promote Miami-Dade County tourism. Adopted by the Board of County Commissioners on 7/21/2026. No specific street address, parcel, acreage, or zoning change is stated. The document lists 33 grantee organizations with individual grant amounts. Public comment sentiment is not stated.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Adopted
Applicant:
Various entities, including Artefactus Cultural Project, Inc., Artists in Residence in Everglades, Inc., Centro Cultural Boliviano Masis Corp, Community Arts and Culture, Inc., Creation Art Center Corp., Cuban Classical Ballet of Miami Inc., For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology, FUNDarte, Inc., Gato Gordo Arts Corporation, Gran Fondo New York, Inc., Juggerknot Theatre Corporation, Karen Peterson and Dancers, Inc., Men Beni Gardening, Miami Beach Gay Pride Inc, Miami Dade College dba Miami Film Festival, Miami Gay and Lesbian Film Festival, Inc., Miami New Drama, Inc., Miami Northwest Express Track Club, Inc., Miami River Fund, Inc., MUCE Educates Corp., Musicall, Inc., Namaskar Foundation Corporation, Nu Deco Ensemble, Inc., O, Miami, Inc., Primer Acto Florida Foundation, Inc., Salute 365 Foundation, Inc., Siudy Flamenco Dance Theater, Inc., Thai American Association of FL, Inc., The Dance NOW! Ensemble, Inc., The Deering Estate Foundation, Inc., The Miami Children's Museum, Inc., UNSIN Incorporated, We Art Foundation, Inc.

FY 25-26 TDC GRANTS PROGRAM - Q3

Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners is considering approving funding for 33 grants totaling $383,600.00 from the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Third Quarter Tourist Development Council Grants Program. These funds are allocated to promote Miami-Dade County tourism through various cultural, sporting, television, and special events. The resolution waives a prior resolution (R-130-06) to expedite the allocation of funds and authorizes the County Mayor or designee to execute grant agreements. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded this item to the Board with a favorable recommendation. No public comment is mentioned in the provided text.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Before the Board (Pending BCC Assignment), Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation
Applicant:
Various entities (33 listed, including Artefactus Cultural Project, Inc., Miami Beach Gay Pride Inc, Miami Gay and Lesbian Film Festival, Inc., Thai American Association of FL, Inc., The Miami Children's Museum, Inc.)

FY 25-26 TDC GRANTS PROGRAM - Q3

Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners is considering approving funding for 33 grants totaling $383,600.00 from the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Third Quarter Tourist Development Council Grants Program. These funds are allocated to promote Miami-Dade County tourism through various cultural, sporting, television, and special events. The Board is also being asked to waive Resolution No. R-130-06 to expedite the grant agreement process. The grants support a variety of organizations and projects across the county, with the goal of enhancing the county's appeal as a tourist destination. No specific addresses or project scopes are detailed for individual grants, but the total funding amount and the general purpose of promoting tourism are clear. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded this item to the Board with a favorable recommendation.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Before the Board (recommendation for approval)
Applicant:
Various entities (33 listed organizations)

FY 25-26 TDC GRANTS PROGRAM - Q3

Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners is considering approving funding for 33 grants totaling $383,600.00 from the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Third Quarter Tourist Development Council Grants Program. These funds are designated to promote Miami-Dade County tourism through various cultural, sporting, television, and special events. The Board is also being asked to waive Resolution No. R-130-06 to expedite the allocation of these time-sensitive funds. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded this item to the Board with a favorable recommendation. The Department of Cultural Affairs will monitor the grant agreements. No specific project addresses or locations are provided as the grants are for various entities countywide.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Before the Board (Pending BCC Assignment)
Applicant:
Various entities (33 listed with grant amounts)

FY 25-26 TDC GRANTS PROGRAM - Q3

Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners is considering approving funding for 33 grants totaling $383,600.00 from the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Third Quarter Tourist Development Council Grants Program. These funds are allocated to promote Miami-Dade County tourism through various cultural, sporting, television, and special events. The Board is also being asked to waive Resolution No. R-130-06 to expedite the execution of grant agreements. The grants support a diverse range of projects including arts, festivals, and athletic events. No public comment is recorded in this document.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Before the Board (recommendation for approval)
Applicant:
Various entities (33 listed)

FY 25-26 TDC GRANTS PROGRAM - Q3

Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners adopted Resolution R-614-26 (File Number 260902) on 7/21/2026, approving 33 grants totaling $383,600.00 from the FY 2025-2026 Third Quarter Tourist Development Council Grants Program Room Tax Plan and Surtax Category to promote Miami-Dade County tourism. The resolution waives Resolution No. R-130-06 and authorizes the County Mayor or designee to execute grant agreements. The grants support cultural, sporting, television, and special event/promotions. No specific street address, parcel, acreage, or zoning change is stated. The grants are countywide in scope. The list of 33 grantees and amounts is as follows: Artefactus Cultural Project, Inc. $5,000.00; Artists in Residence in Everglades, Inc. $5,000.00; Centro Cultural Boliviano Masis Corp $3,500.00; Community Arts and Culture, Inc. $7,500.00; Creation Art Center Corp. $5,000.00; Cuban Classical Ballet of Miami Inc. $5,000.00; For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology $10,000.00; FUNDarte, Inc. $10,500.00; Gato Gordo Arts Corporation $3,500.00; Gran Fondo New York, Inc. $5,100.00; Juggerknot Theatre Corporation $15,750.00; Karen Peterson and Dancers, Inc. $10,000.00; Men Beni Gardening $5,000.00; Miami Beach Gay Pride Inc $35,000.00; Miami Dade College dba Miami Film Festival $15,000.00; Miami Gay and Lesbian Film Festival, Inc. $30,000.00; Miami New Drama, Inc. $12,000.00; Miami Northwest Express Track Club, Inc. $10,000.00; Miami River Fund, Inc. $10,000.00; MUCE Educates Corp. $5,000.00; Musicall, Inc. $15,000.00; Namaskar Foundation Corporation $10,000.00; Nu Deco Ensemble, Inc. $9,000.00; O, Miami, Inc. $12,000.00; Primer Acto Florida Foundation, Inc. $5,000.00; Salute 365 Foundation, Inc. $35,000.00; Siudy Flamenco Dance Theater, Inc. $7,500.00; Thai American Association of FL, Inc. $25,000.00; The Dance NOW! Ensemble, Inc. $10,000.00; The Deering Estate Foundation, Inc. $12,250.00; The Miami Children's Museum, Inc. $25,000.00; UNSIN Incorporated $5,000.00; We Art Foundation, Inc. $5,000.00. The grants were reviewed and approved by the Tourist Development Council, chaired by County Commissioner Keon Hardemon, on April 17, 2026. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded the item to the Board with a favorable recommendation on 6/9/2026. The item was introduced on 5/18/2026. No public comment or stakeholder sentiment is stated in the document.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Adopted
Applicant:
Various entities including Artefactus Cultural Project, Inc., Artists in Residence in Everglades, Inc., Centro Cultural Boliviano Masis Corp, Community Arts and Culture, Inc., Creation Art Center Corp., Cuban Classical Ballet of Miami Inc., For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology, FUNDarte, Inc., Gato Gordo Arts Corporation, Gran Fondo New York, Inc., Juggerknot Theatre Corporation, Karen Peterson and Dancers, Inc., Men Beni Gardening, Miami Beach Gay Pride Inc, Miami Dade College dba Miami Film Festival, Miami Gay and Lesbian Film Festival, Inc., Miami New Drama, Inc., Miami Northwest Express Track Club, Inc., Miami River Fund, Inc., MUCE Educates Corp., Musicall, Inc., Namaskar Foundation Corporation, Nu Deco Ensemble, Inc., O, Miami, Inc., Primer Acto Florida Foundation, Inc., Salute 365 Foundation, Inc., Siudy Flamenco Dance Theater, Inc., Thai American Association of FL, Inc., The Dance NOW! Ensemble, Inc., The Deering Estate Foundation, Inc., The Miami Children's Museum, Inc., UNSIN Incorporated, We Art Foundation, Inc.

FY 25-26 TDC GRANTS PROGRAM - Q3

Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners is considering approving funding for 33 grants totaling $383,600.00 from the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Third Quarter Tourist Development Council Grants Program. These funds are designated to promote Miami-Dade County tourism through various cultural, sporting, television, and special events. The Board is being asked to waive Resolution No. R-130-06 to expedite the allocation of these time-sensitive funds. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded this item to the Board with a favorable recommendation. The grants are awarded to various entities, with individual award amounts ranging from $3,500.00 to $35,000.00. No public comment is stated in this document.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Before the Board (Pending BCC Assignment)
Applicant:
Various entities (33 listed in document)

FY 25-26 TDC GRANTS PROGRAM - Q3

The document is a Miami-Dade County legislative item (File Number 260902, Resolution R-614-26) approving 33 grants totaling $383,600.00 from the FY 2025-2026 Third Quarter Tourist Development Council Grants Program. The resolution was adopted by the Board of County Commissioners on 7/21/2026. The grants fund tourist-oriented cultural, sporting, television, and special events. No specific street address, parcel, acreage, or zoning change is stated. The document lists 33 grantee organizations and their individual grant amounts. The resolution waives Resolution No. R-130-06 and authorizes the County Mayor to execute grant agreements. The staff recommendation notes no applications were received for Commission Districts 1 or 13 for this quarter. The grants were reviewed by the Tourist Development Council on 4/17/2026. The funding source is the Tourist Development Room Tax and Hotel/Motel Food and Beverage Surtax, with a budget reference of $1,450,000. The impact is countywide.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Adopted
Applicant:
Multiple grantees including Artefactus Cultural Project, Inc., Artists in Residence in Everglades, Inc., Centro Cultural Boliviano Masis Corp, Community Arts and Culture, Inc., Creation Art Center Corp., Cuban Classical Ballet of Miami Inc., For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology, FUNDarte, Inc., Gato Gordo Arts Corporation, Gran Fondo New York, Inc., Juggerknot Theatre Corporation, Karen Peterson and Dancers, Inc., Men Beni Gardening, Miami Beach Gay Pride Inc, Miami Dade College dba Miami Film Festival, Miami Gay and Lesbian Film Festival, Inc., Miami New Drama, Inc., Miami Northwest Express Track Club, Inc., Miami River Fund, Inc., MUCE Educates Corp., Musicall, Inc., Namaskar Foundation Corporation, Nu Deco Ensemble, Inc., O, Miami, Inc., Primer Acto Florida Foundation, Inc., Salute 365 Foundation, Inc., Siudy Flamenco Dance Theater, Inc., Thai American Association of FL, Inc., The Dance NOW! Ensemble, Inc., The Deering Estate Foundation, Inc., The Miami Children's Museum, Inc., UNSIN Incorporated, We Art Foundation, Inc.

FY 25-26 TDC GRANTS PROGRAM - Q3

Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners adopted Resolution R-614-26 (File Number 260902) on 7/21/2026, approving 33 grants totaling $383,600.00 from the FY 2025-2026 Third Quarter Tourist Development Council Grants Program Room Tax Plan and Surtax Category to promote Miami-Dade County tourism. The resolution waives Resolution No. R-130-06 and authorizes the County Mayor or designee to execute grant agreements. The grants support tourist-oriented cultural, sporting, television and special event/promotions. The staff recommendation was forwarded to the BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee on 6/9/2026. The grant recommendations were reviewed and approved by the Tourist Development Council on 4/17/2026. No applications were received for work in Commission Districts 1 or 13. The impact is countywide. The funding source is the Tourist Development Room Tax, Hotel/Motel Food and Beverage Surtax, and GMCVB agreement ($25,000), with a budget reference of FY 2025-26 Adopted Budget Ordinance No. 25-98, Attachment H, page 309, Fund Code S1034, revenue amount $1,450,000. The 33 grantees and amounts are: Artefactus Cultural Project, Inc. $5,000.00; Artists in Residence in Everglades, Inc. $5,000.00; Centro Cultural Boliviano Masis Corp $3,500.00; Community Arts and Culture, Inc. $7,500.00; Creation Art Center Corp. $5,000.00; Cuban Classical Ballet of Miami Inc. $5,000.00; For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology $10,000.00; FUNDarte, Inc. $10,500.00; Gato Gordo Arts Corporation $3,500.00; Gran Fondo New York, Inc. $5,100.00; Juggerknot Theatre Corporation $15,750.00; Karen Peterson and Dancers, Inc. $10,000.00; Men Beni Gardening $5,000.00; Miami Beach Gay Pride Inc $35,000.00; Miami Dade College dba Miami Film Festival $15,000.00; Miami Gay and Lesbian Film Festival, Inc. $30,000.00; Miami New Drama, Inc. $12,000.00; Miami Northwest Express Track Club, Inc. $10,000.00; Miami River Fund, Inc. $10,000.00; MUCE Educates Corp. $5,000.00; Musicall, Inc. $15,000.00; Namaskar Foundation Corporation $10,000.00; Nu Deco Ensemble, Inc. $9,000.00; O, Miami, Inc. $12,000.00; Primer Acto Florida Foundation, Inc. $5,000.00; Salute 365 Foundation, Inc. $35,000.00; Siudy Flamenco Dance Theater, Inc. $7,500.00; Thai American Association of FL, Inc. $25,000.00; The Dance NOW! Ensemble, Inc. $10,000.00; The Deering Estate Foundation, Inc. $12,250.00; The Miami Children's Museum, Inc. $25,000.00; UNSIN Incorporated $5,000.00; We Art Foundation, Inc. $5,000.00.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Adopted by the Board of County Commissioners on 7/21/2026; forwarded with favorable recommendation by the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee on 6/9/2026
Applicant:
Various entities as listed in the summary; requester is Department of Cultural Affairs; prime sponsor is Sen. Rene Garcia

FY 25-26 TDC GRANTS PROGRAM - Q3

Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners adopted Resolution R-614-26 (File Number 260902) on 7/21/2026, approving 33 grants totaling $383,600.00 from the FY 2025-2026 Third Quarter Tourist Development Council Grants Program Room Tax Plan and Surtax Category to promote Miami-Dade County tourism. The resolution waives Resolution No. R-130-06 and authorizes the County Mayor or designee to execute grant agreements. The grants support tourist-oriented cultural, sporting, television, and special event/promotions. The staff recommendation was forwarded to the BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee on 6/9/2026. The TDC reviewed and approved the recommendations on 4/17/2026. No applications were received for work in Commission Districts 1 or 13. The impact is countywide. The funding source is the Tourist Development Room Tax, Hotel/Motel Food and Beverage Surtax, and GMCVB agreement ($25,000), with a budget reference of FY 2025-26 Adopted Budget Ordinance No. 25-98, Attachment H, page 309, Fund Code S1034, revenue amount $1,450,000. The 33 grantees and amounts are: Artefactus Cultural Project, Inc. $5,000.00; Artists in Residence in Everglades, Inc. $5,000.00; Centro Cultural Boliviano Masis Corp $3,500.00; Community Arts and Culture, Inc. $7,500.00; Creation Art Center Corp. $5,000.00; Cuban Classical Ballet of Miami Inc. $5,000.00; For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology $10,000.00; FUNDarte, Inc. $10,500.00; Gato Gordo Arts Corporation $3,500.00; Gran Fondo New York, Inc. $5,100.00; Juggerknot Theatre Corporation $15,750.00; Karen Peterson and Dancers, Inc. $10,000.00; Men Beni Gardening $5,000.00; Miami Beach Gay Pride Inc $35,000.00; Miami Dade College dba Miami Film Festival $15,000.00; Miami Gay and Lesbian Film Festival, Inc. $30,000.00; Miami New Drama, Inc. $12,000.00; Miami Northwest Express Track Club, Inc. $10,000.00; Miami River Fund, Inc. $10,000.00; MUCE Educates Corp. $5,000.00; Musicall, Inc. $15,000.00; Namaskar Foundation Corporation $10,000.00; Nu Deco Ensemble, Inc. $9,000.00; O, Miami, Inc. $12,000.00; Primer Acto Florida Foundation, Inc. $5,000.00; Salute 365 Foundation, Inc. $35,000.00; Siudy Flamenco Dance Theater, Inc. $7,500.00; Thai American Association of FL, Inc. $25,000.00; The Dance NOW! Ensemble, Inc. $10,000.00; The Deering Estate Foundation, Inc. $12,250.00; The Miami Children's Museum, Inc. $25,000.00; UNSIN Incorporated $5,000.00; We Art Foundation, Inc. $5,000.00.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Adopted
Applicant:
Various entities (33 grantees listed in summary); Requester: Department of Cultural Affairs; Prime Sponsor: Sen. Rene Garcia

FY 25-26 TDC GRANTS PROGRAM - Q3

Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners adopted Resolution R-614-26 (File Number 260902) on 7/21/2026, approving 33 grants totaling $383,600.00 from the FY 2025-2026 Third Quarter Tourist Development Council Grants Program Room Tax Plan and Surtax Category to promote Miami-Dade County tourism. The resolution waives Resolution No. R-130-06 and authorizes the County Mayor or designee to execute grant agreements. The grants support tourist-oriented cultural, sporting, television and special event/promotions. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded the item with a favorable recommendation on 6/9/2026. The item was introduced on 5/18/2026. The TDC reviewed and approved recommendations on 4/17/2026. No applications were received for Commission Districts 1 or 13 for this quarter. The impact is countywide. The funding source is the Tourist Development Room Tax, Hotel/Motel Food and Beverage Surtax, and GMCVB agreement ($25,000), with a budget reference of FY 2025-26 Adopted Budget Ordinance No. 25-98, Attachment H, page 309, Fund Code S1034, revenue amount $1,450,000. The 33 grantees and amounts are: Artefactus Cultural Project, Inc. $5,000.00; Artists in Residence in Everglades, Inc. $5,000.00; Centro Cultural Boliviano Masis Corp $3,500.00; Community Arts and Culture, Inc. $7,500.00; Creation Art Center Corp. $5,000.00; Cuban Classical Ballet of Miami Inc. $5,000.00; For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology $10,000.00; FUNDarte, Inc. $10,500.00; Gato Gordo Arts Corporation $3,500.00; Gran Fondo New York, Inc. $5,100.00; Juggerknot Theatre Corporation $15,750.00; Karen Peterson and Dancers, Inc. $10,000.00; Men Beni Gardening $5,000.00; Miami Beach Gay Pride Inc $35,000.00; Miami Dade College dba Miami Film Festival $15,000.00; Miami Gay and Lesbian Film Festival, Inc. $30,000.00; Miami New Drama, Inc. $12,000.00; Miami Northwest Express Track Club, Inc. $10,000.00; Miami River Fund, Inc. $10,000.00; MUCE Educates Corp. $5,000.00; Musicall, Inc. $15,000.00; Namaskar Foundation Corporation $10,000.00; Nu Deco Ensemble, Inc. $9,000.00; O, Miami, Inc. $12,000.00; Primer Acto Florida Foundation, Inc. $5,000.00; Salute 365 Foundation, Inc. $35,000.00; Siudy Flamenco Dance Theater, Inc. $7,500.00; Thai American Association of FL, Inc. $25,000.00; The Dance NOW! Ensemble, Inc. $10,000.00; The Deering Estate Foundation, Inc. $12,250.00; The Miami Children's Museum, Inc. $25,000.00; UNSIN Incorporated $5,000.00; We Art Foundation, Inc. $5,000.00. Public comment sentiment is not stated in the document.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Adopted
Applicant:
Various entities including Artefactus Cultural Project, Inc., Artists in Residence in Everglades, Inc., Centro Cultural Boliviano Masis Corp, Community Arts and Culture, Inc., Creation Art Center Corp., Cuban Classical Ballet of Miami Inc., For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology, FUNDarte, Inc., Gato Gordo Arts Corporation, Gran Fondo New York, Inc., Juggerknot Theatre Corporation, Karen Peterson and Dancers, Inc., Men Beni Gardening, Miami Beach Gay Pride Inc, Miami Dade College dba Miami Film Festival, Miami Gay and Lesbian Film Festival, Inc., Miami New Drama, Inc., Miami Northwest Express Track Club, Inc., Miami River Fund, Inc., MUCE Educates Corp., Musicall, Inc., Namaskar Foundation Corporation, Nu Deco Ensemble, Inc., O, Miami, Inc., Primer Acto Florida Foundation, Inc., Salute 365 Foundation, Inc., Siudy Flamenco Dance Theater, Inc., Thai American Association of FL, Inc., The Dance NOW! Ensemble, Inc., The Deering Estate Foundation, Inc., The Miami Children's Museum, Inc., UNSIN Incorporated, We Art Foundation, Inc.

FY 25-26 TDC GRANTS PROGRAM - Q3

Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners is considering approving funding for 33 grants totaling $383,600.00 from the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Third Quarter Tourist Development Council Grants Program. These grants are intended to promote Miami-Dade County tourism through various cultural, sporting, television, and special events. The Board is being asked to waive Resolution No. R-130-06 to expedite the allocation of these time-sensitive funds. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded this item to the Board with a favorable recommendation. The grants are funded through the Tourist Development Room Tax and Hotel/Motel Food and Beverage Surtax. The Department of Cultural Affairs will monitor the grant agreements. No public comment is stated in the document.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Pending Board of County Commissioners approval; Favorable recommendation from Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee
Applicant:
Various entities (33 listed, including Artefactus Cultural Project, Inc., Miami Beach Gay Pride Inc, Miami Gay and Lesbian Film Festival, Inc., Thai American Association of FL, Inc., The Miami Children's Museum, Inc.)

FY 25-26 TDC GRANTS PROGRAM - Q3

Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners adopted Resolution R-614-26 (File Number 260902) on 7/21/2026, approving 33 grants totaling $383,600.00 from the FY 2025-2026 Third Quarter Tourist Development Council Grants Program Room Tax Plan and Surtax Category to promote Miami-Dade County tourism. The resolution waives Resolution No. R-130-06 and authorizes the County Mayor or designee to execute grant agreements. The grants support tourist-oriented cultural, sporting, television and special event/promotions. The staff recommendation was forwarded to the BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee on 6/9/2026. The TDC reviewed and approved the recommendations on 4/17/2026. The item was introduced on 5/18/2026. The grant recipients and amounts are: Artefactus Cultural Project, Inc. $5,000.00; Artists in Residence in Everglades, Inc. $5,000.00; Centro Cultural Boliviano Masis Corp $3,500.00; Community Arts and Culture, Inc. $7,500.00; Creation Art Center Corp. $5,000.00; Cuban Classical Ballet of Miami Inc. $5,000.00; For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology $10,000.00; FUNDarte, Inc. $10,500.00; Gato Gordo Arts Corporation $3,500.00; Gran Fondo New York, Inc. $5,100.00; Juggerknot Theatre Corporation $15,750.00; Karen Peterson and Dancers, Inc. $10,000.00; Men Beni Gardening $5,000.00; Miami Beach Gay Pride Inc $35,000.00; Miami Dade College dba Miami Film Festival $15,000.00; Miami Gay and Lesbian Film Festival, Inc. $30,000.00; Miami New Drama, Inc. $12,000.00; Miami Northwest Express Track Club, Inc. $10,000.00; Miami River Fund, Inc. $10,000.00; MUCE Educates Corp. $5,000.00; Musicall, Inc. $15,000.00; Namaskar Foundation Corporation $10,000.00; Nu Deco Ensemble, Inc. $9,000.00; O, Miami, Inc. $12,000.00; Primer Acto Florida Foundation, Inc. $5,000.00; Salute 365 Foundation, Inc. $35,000.00; Siudy Flamenco Dance Theater, Inc. $7,500.00; Thai American Association of FL, Inc. $25,000.00; The Dance NOW! Ensemble, Inc. $10,000.00; The Deering Estate Foundation, Inc. $12,250.00; The Miami Children's Museum, Inc. $25,000.00; UNSIN Incorporated $5,000.00; We Art Foundation, Inc. $5,000.00. The document states no specific street address, parcel, or acreage for any project. The impact of the agenda item is countywide. The document states no public comment or stakeholder sentiment. The business opportunity for contractors and trades is not stated in the document.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Adopted
Applicant:
Various entities including Artefactus Cultural Project, Inc., Artists in Residence in Everglades, Inc., Centro Cultural Boliviano Masis Corp, Community Arts and Culture, Inc., Creation Art Center Corp., Cuban Classical Ballet of Miami Inc., For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology, FUNDarte, Inc., Gato Gordo Arts Corporation, Gran Fondo New York, Inc., Juggerknot Theatre Corporation, Karen Peterson and Dancers, Inc., Men Beni Gardening, Miami Beach Gay Pride Inc, Miami Dade College dba Miami Film Festival, Miami Gay and Lesbian Film Festival, Inc., Miami New Drama, Inc., Miami Northwest Express Track Club, Inc., Miami River Fund, Inc., MUCE Educates Corp., Musicall, Inc., Namaskar Foundation Corporation, Nu Deco Ensemble, Inc., O, Miami, Inc., Primer Acto Florida Foundation, Inc., Salute 365 Foundation, Inc., Siudy Flamenco Dance Theater, Inc., Thai American Association of FL, Inc., The Dance NOW! Ensemble, Inc., The Deering Estate Foundation, Inc., The Miami Children's Museum, Inc., UNSIN Incorporated, We Art Foundation, Inc.

FY 25-26 TDC GRANTS PROGRAM - Q3

Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners is considering a resolution to approve funding for 33 grants totaling $383,600.00 from the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Third Quarter Tourist Development Council Grants Program. These funds are allocated to promote Miami-Dade County tourism through various cultural, sporting, television, and special events. The resolution also seeks to waive Resolution No. R-130-06 to expedite the execution of grant agreements. The grants support a variety of organizations, including Artefactus Cultural Project, Inc. ($5,000.00), Miami Beach Gay Pride Inc ($35,000.00), and The Miami Children's Museum, Inc. ($25,000.00). The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded this item to the Board with a favorable recommendation. No public comment is stated in the document.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Before the Board (Resolution to be approved)
Applicant:
Various Entities (33 grant recipients listed)

FY 25-26 TDC GRANTS PROGRAM - Q3

Miami-Dade County Legislative Item File Number 260902, Resolution R-614-26, was Adopted on 7/21/2026. The resolution approves funding of 33 grants for a total of $383,600.00 from the FY 2025-2026 Third Quarter of the Tourist Development Council Grants Program Room Tax Plan and Surtax Category to promote Miami-Dade County tourism. The resolution waives Resolution No. R-130-06 and authorizes the County Mayor or designee to execute grant agreements. The grants support tourist-oriented cultural, sporting, television and special event/promotions. The grant recommendations were reviewed and approved by the Tourist Development Council on April 17, 2026. The item was introduced on 5/18/2026, assigned to the County Attorney on 5/19/2026, forwarded to the BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee on 6/9/2026, and adopted by the Board of County Commissioners on 7/21/2026. The staff recommendation notes that no applications were received for work in Commission Districts 1 or 13. The 33 grantees and amounts are: Artefactus Cultural Project, Inc. $5,000.00; Artists in Residence in Everglades, Inc. $5,000.00; Centro Cultural Boliviano Masis Corp $3,500.00; Community Arts and Culture, Inc. $7,500.00; Creation Art Center Corp. $5,000.00; Cuban Classical Ballet of Miami Inc. $5,000.00; For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology $10,000.00; FUNDarte, Inc. $10,500.00; Gato Gordo Arts Corporation $3,500.00; Gran Fondo New York, Inc. $5,100.00; Juggerknot Theatre Corporation $15,750.00; Karen Peterson and Dancers, Inc. $10,000.00; Men Beni Gardening $5,000.00; Miami Beach Gay Pride Inc $35,000.00; Miami Dade College dba Miami Film Festival $15,000.00; Miami Gay and Lesbian Film Festival, Inc. $30,000.00; Miami New Drama, Inc. $12,000.00; Miami Northwest Express Track Club, Inc. $10,000.00; Miami River Fund, Inc. $10,000.00; MUCE Educates Corp. $5,000.00; Musicall, Inc. $15,000.00; Namaskar Foundation Corporation $10,000.00; Nu Deco Ensemble, Inc. $9,000.00; O, Miami, Inc. $12,000.00; Primer Acto Florida Foundation, Inc. $5,000.00; Salute 365 Foundation, Inc. $35,000.00; Siudy Flamenco Dance Theater, Inc. $7,500.00; Thai American Association of FL, Inc. $25,000.00; The Dance NOW! Ensemble, Inc. $10,000.00; The Deering Estate Foundation, Inc. $12,250.00; The Miami Children's Museum, Inc. $25,000.00; UNSIN Incorporated $5,000.00; We Art Foundation, Inc. $5,000.00.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Adopted
Applicant:
Various entities listed as grantees; requester is Department of Cultural Affairs; prime sponsor is Sen. Rene Garcia

FY 25-26 TDC GRANTS PROGRAM - Q3

The document is a legislative item for the Miami-Dade County Commission, File Number 260902, a Resolution (R-614-26) adopted on 7/21/2026, approving 33 grants totaling $383,600.00 from the FY 2025-2026 Third Quarter Tourist Development Council Grants Program. The grants fund tourist-oriented cultural, sporting, television, and special events. The resolution waives Resolution No. R-130-06 and authorizes the County Mayor to execute grant agreements. The document does not describe a single construction or development project; it lists 33 grant recipients and amounts. No street addresses, parcel numbers, acreage, or zoning changes are stated for any grantee. Public comment sentiment is not stated. The business opportunity for contractors is not stated, as this is a grant funding action, not a construction project.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Adopted
Applicant:
Various entities including Artefactus Cultural Project, Inc., Artists in Residence in Everglades, Inc., Centro Cultural Boliviano Masis Corp, Community Arts and Culture, Inc., Creation Art Center Corp., Cuban Classical Ballet of Miami Inc., For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology, FUNDarte, Inc., Gato Gordo Arts Corporation, Gran Fondo New York, Inc., Juggerknot Theatre Corporation, Karen Peterson and Dancers, Inc., Men Beni Gardening, Miami Beach Gay Pride Inc, Miami Dade College dba Miami Film Festival, Miami Gay and Lesbian Film Festival, Inc., Miami New Drama, Inc., Miami Northwest Express Track Club, Inc., Miami River Fund, Inc., MUCE Educates Corp., Musicall, Inc., Namaskar Foundation Corporation, Nu Deco Ensemble, Inc., O, Miami, Inc., Primer Acto Florida Foundation, Inc., Salute 365 Foundation, Inc., Siudy Flamenco Dance Theater, Inc., Thai American Association of FL, Inc., The Dance NOW! Ensemble, Inc., The Deering Estate Foundation, Inc., The Miami Children's Museum, Inc., UNSIN Incorporated, We Art Foundation, Inc.

FY 25-26 TDC GRANTS PROGRAM - Q3

Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners is considering approving funding for 33 grants totaling $383,600.00 from the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Third Quarter Tourist Development Council Grants Program. These funds are allocated to promote Miami-Dade County tourism through various cultural, sporting, television, and special events. The Board is also being asked to waive Resolution No. R-130-06 to expedite the execution of grant agreements. The grants support a wide range of organizations and events across the county, with specific amounts listed for each of the 33 recipients. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded this item to the Board with a favorable recommendation. No public comment is detailed in this document.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Before the Board (recommendation for approval)
Applicant:
Various entities (33 listed)

FY 25-26 TDC GRANTS PROGRAM - Q3

Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners is considering approving funding for 33 grants totaling $383,600.00 from the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Third Quarter Tourist Development Council Grants Program. These funds are allocated to promote Miami-Dade County tourism through various cultural, sporting, television, and special events. The Board is also being asked to waive Resolution No. R-130-06 to expedite the grant agreement process. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded this item to the Board with a favorable recommendation. No public comment is detailed in this document.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee; pending Board of County Commissioners approval
Applicant:
Various entities (33 listed with individual grant amounts)

FY 25-26 TDC GRANTS PROGRAM - Q3

Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners adopted Resolution 260902 on July 21, 2026, approving the funding of 33 grants totaling $383,600.00 from the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Third Quarter Tourist Development Council Grants Program. These funds are allocated to promote Miami-Dade County tourism through various cultural, sporting, television, and special events. The resolution waives Resolution No. R-130-06 to expedite the execution of grant agreements. The grants support a range of entities, with individual award amounts varying from $3,500.00 to $35,000.00. The program aims to support tourist-oriented activities across all commission districts, although no applications were received for Districts 1 or 13 for this specific quarter. The Tourist Development Council reviewed and approved the recommendations on April 17, 2026.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Adopted
Applicant:
Various entities (33 listed)

FY 25-26 TDC GRANTS PROGRAM - Q3

Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners is considering approving funding for 33 grants totaling $383,600.00 from the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Third Quarter Tourist Development Council Grants Program. These funds are allocated to promote Miami-Dade County tourism through various cultural, sporting, television, and special events. The Board is also being asked to waive Resolution No. R-130-06 to expedite the execution of grant agreements. The grants are for a variety of entities, with individual award amounts ranging from $3,500.00 to $35,000.00. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded this item to the Board with a favorable recommendation. No public comment is detailed in this document.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Before the Board (recommendation for approval)
Applicant:
Various entities (33 listed, including Artefactus Cultural Project, Inc., Artists in Residence in Everglades, Inc., Miami Beach Gay Pride Inc, Salute 365 Foundation, Inc., Thai American Association of FL, Inc., The Miami Children's Museum, Inc.)

FY 25-26 TDC GRANTS PROGRAM - Q3

The document is a resolution adopted by the Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners approving funding for 33 grants totaling $383,600.00 from the FY 2025-2026 Third Quarter Tourist Development Council Grants Program. The grants support tourist-oriented cultural, sporting, television, and special events. The resolution also waives Resolution No. R-130-06 and authorizes the County Mayor to execute grant agreements. The grants are for events and activities in April, May, and June. No applications were received for Commission Districts 1 or 13. The grants were reviewed and approved by the Tourist Development Council on April 17, 2026. The item was introduced on 5/18/2026, forwarded to the Board of County Commissioners with a favorable recommendation by the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee on 6/9/2026, and adopted on 7/21/2026. The document does not specify street addresses, parcel numbers, project sizes, or zoning changes for the individual grants. The 33 grantees and amounts are: Artefactus Cultural Project, Inc. $5,000; Artists in Residence in Everglades, Inc. $5,000; Centro Cultural Boliviano Masis Corp $3,500; Community Arts and Culture, Inc. $7,500; Creation Art Center Corp. $5,000; Cuban Classical Ballet of Miami Inc. $5,000; For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology $10,000; FUNDarte, Inc. $10,500; Gato Gordo Arts Corporation $3,500; Gran Fondo New York, Inc. $5,100; Juggerknot Theatre Corporation $15,750; Karen Peterson and Dancers, Inc. $10,000; Men Beni Gardening $5,000; Miami Beach Gay Pride Inc $35,000; Miami Dade College dba Miami Film Festival $15,000; Miami Gay and Lesbian Film Festival, Inc. $30,000; Miami New Drama, Inc. $12,000; Miami Northwest Express Track Club, Inc. $10,000; Miami River Fund, Inc. $10,000; MUCE Educates Corp. $5,000; Musicall, Inc. $15,000; Namaskar Foundation Corporation $10,000; Nu Deco Ensemble, Inc. $9,000; O, Miami, Inc. $12,000; Primer Acto Florida Foundation, Inc. $5,000; Salute 365 Foundation, Inc. $35,000; Siudy Flamenco Dance Theater, Inc. $7,500; Thai American Association of FL, Inc. $25,000; The Dance NOW! Ensemble, Inc. $10,000; The Deering Estate Foundation, Inc. $12,250; The Miami Children's Museum, Inc. $25,000; UNSIN Incorporated $5,000; We Art Foundation, Inc. $5,000. No public comment or stakeholder sentiment is stated in the document.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Adopted
Applicant:
Various entities as listed in the summary

FY 25-26 TDC GRANTS PROGRAM - Q3

Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners is considering approving funding for 33 grants totaling $383,600.00 from the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Third Quarter Tourist Development Council Grants Program. These funds are designated to promote Miami-Dade County tourism through various cultural, sporting, television, and special events. The Board is also being asked to waive Resolution No. R-130-06 to expedite the allocation of these time-sensitive funds. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded this item to the Board with a favorable recommendation. No public comment is mentioned in this document.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Before the Board (Pending BCC Assignment)
Applicant:
Various Entities (33 listed grants)

FY 25-26 TDC GRANTS PROGRAM - Q3

Resolution R-614-26, File Number 260902, adopted by the Miami-Dade County Commission on 7/21/2026, approves funding of 33 grants totaling $383,600.00 from the FY 2025-2026 Third Quarter Tourist Development Council Grants Program Room Tax Plan and Surtax Category to promote Miami-Dade County tourism. The grants are for tourist-oriented cultural, sporting, television and special event/promotions. The resolution waives Resolution No. R-130-06 and authorizes the County Mayor or designee to execute grant agreements. The grants are listed by organization name and amount, but no street addresses, parcel numbers, acreage, or zoning changes are stated. The applicant names are the 33 grantee organizations listed in the resolution. The decision was adopted. Key dates: introduced 5/18/2026, Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded with favorable recommendation on 6/9/2026, final action and agenda date 7/21/2026. The business opportunity is for contractors and trades to provide services to the 33 grantee organizations for their tourism-oriented events and activities, but no specific construction or development projects are described. Public comment or stakeholder sentiment is not stated in the document.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Adopted
Applicant:
Artefactus Cultural Project, Inc.; Artists in Residence in Everglades, Inc.; Centro Cultural Boliviano Masis Corp; Community Arts and Culture, Inc.; Creation Art Center Corp.; Cuban Classical Ballet of Miami Inc.; For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology; FUNDarte, Inc.; Gato Gordo Arts Corporation; Gran Fondo New York, Inc.; Juggerknot Theatre Corporation; Karen Peterson and Dancers, Inc.; Men Beni Gardening; Miami Beach Gay Pride Inc; Miami Dade College dba Miami Film Festival; Miami Gay and Lesbian Film Festival, Inc.; Miami New Drama, Inc.; Miami Northwest Express Track Club, Inc.; Miami River Fund, Inc.; MUCE Educates Corp.; Musicall, Inc.; Namaskar Foundation Corporation; Nu Deco Ensemble, Inc.; O, Miami, Inc.; Primer Acto Florida Foundation, Inc.; Salute 365 Foundation, Inc.; Siudy Flamenco Dance Theater, Inc.; Thai American Association of FL, Inc.; The Dance NOW! Ensemble, Inc.; The Deering Estate Foundation, Inc.; The Miami Children's Museum, Inc.; UNSIN Incorporated; We Art Foundation, Inc.

FY 25-26 TDC GRANTS PROGRAM - Q3

The document is a legislative item for Miami-Dade County, File Number 260902, a Resolution (R-614-26) that was Adopted on 7/21/2026. It approves funding of 33 grants for a total of $383,600.00 from the FY 2025-2026 Third Quarter of the Tourist Development Council Grants Program. The grants are for various entities to promote Miami-Dade County tourism. The resolution also waives Resolution No. R-130-06 and authorizes the County Mayor to execute grant agreements. The item was introduced on 5/18/2026, forwarded to the Board of County Commissioners with a favorable recommendation by the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee on 6/9/2026, and adopted on 7/21/2026. The document does not state a specific project site, address, parcel, or zoning change. It is a funding approval for multiple grants to various organizations. The document lists 33 grant recipients and their amounts, including Artefactus Cultural Project, Inc. ($5,000.00), Miami Beach Gay Pride Inc ($35,000.00), Miami Gay and Lesbian Film Festival, Inc. ($30,000.00), Salute 365 Foundation, Inc. ($35,000.00), Thai American Association of FL, Inc. ($25,000.00), The Miami Children's Museum, Inc. ($25,000.00), and others. The document states that no applications were received for the third quarter representing work in Commission Districts 1 or 13. The grant recommendations were reviewed and approved by the Tourist Development Council on April 17, 2026. The document does not state any public comment or stakeholder sentiment.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Adopted
Applicant:
Various entities, including Artefactus Cultural Project, Inc., Artists in Residence in Everglades, Inc., Centro Cultural Boliviano Masis Corp, Community Arts and Culture, Inc., Creation Art Center Corp., Cuban Classical Ballet of Miami Inc., For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology, FUNDarte, Inc., Gato Gordo Arts Corporation, Gran Fondo New York, Inc., Juggerknot Theatre Corporation, Karen Peterson and Dancers, Inc., Men Beni Gardening, Miami Beach Gay Pride Inc, Miami Dade College dba Miami Film Festival, Miami Gay and Lesbian Film Festival, Inc., Miami New Drama, Inc., Miami Northwest Express Track Club, Inc., Miami River Fund, Inc., MUCE Educates Corp., Musicall, Inc., Namaskar Foundation Corporation, Nu Deco Ensemble, Inc., O, Miami, Inc., Primer Acto Florida Foundation, Inc., Salute 365 Foundation, Inc., Siudy Flamenco Dance Theater, Inc., Thai American Association of FL, Inc., The Dance NOW! Ensemble, Inc., The Deering Estate Foundation, Inc., The Miami Children's Museum, Inc., UNSIN Incorporated, We Art Foundation, Inc.

FY 25-26 TDC GRANTS PROGRAM - Q3

The document is a legislative item for the Miami-Dade County Commission, file number 260902, a resolution (R-614-26) adopted on 7/21/2026, approving 33 grants totaling $383,600.00 from the FY 2025-2026 Third Quarter Tourist Development Council Grants Program. The grants fund tourist-oriented cultural, sporting, television, and special events across Miami-Dade County. The resolution waives Resolution No. R-130-06 and authorizes the County Mayor to execute grant agreements. The document does not state a specific project site, address, parcel, or zoning change. It lists 33 grant recipients and amounts, including Artefactus Cultural Project, Inc. ($5,000), Artists in Residence in Everglades, Inc. ($5,000), Centro Cultural Boliviano Masis Corp ($3,500), Community Arts and Culture, Inc. ($7,500), Creation Art Center Corp. ($5,000), Cuban Classical Ballet of Miami Inc. ($5,000), For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology ($10,000), FUNDarte, Inc. ($10,500), Gato Gordo Arts Corporation ($3,500), Gran Fondo New York, Inc. ($5,100), Juggerknot Theatre Corporation ($15,750), Karen Peterson and Dancers, Inc. ($10,000), Men Beni Gardening ($5,000), Miami Beach Gay Pride Inc ($35,000), Miami Dade College dba Miami Film Festival ($15,000), Miami Gay and Lesbian Film Festival, Inc. ($30,000), Miami New Drama, Inc. ($12,000), Miami Northwest Express Track Club, Inc. ($10,000), Miami River Fund, Inc. ($10,000), MUCE Educates Corp. ($5,000), Musicall, Inc. ($15,000), Namaskar Foundation Corporation ($10,000), Nu Deco Ensemble, Inc. ($9,000), O, Miami, Inc. ($12,000), Primer Acto Florida Foundation, Inc. ($5,000), Salute 365 Foundation, Inc. ($35,000), Siudy Flamenco Dance Theater, Inc. ($7,500), Thai American Association of FL, Inc. ($25,000), The Dance NOW! Ensemble, Inc. ($10,000), The Deering Estate Foundation, Inc. ($12,250), The Miami Children's Museum, Inc. ($25,000), UNSIN Incorporated ($5,000), and We Art Foundation, Inc. ($5,000). The document states no applications were received for work in Commission Districts 1 or 13 for the third quarter. No public comment or stakeholder sentiment is stated in the document.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Adopted
Applicant:
Various entities listed as grant recipients, including Artefactus Cultural Project, Inc., Artists in Residence in Everglades, Inc., Centro Cultural Boliviano Masis Corp, Community Arts and Culture, Inc., Creation Art Center Corp., Cuban Classical Ballet of Miami Inc., For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology, FUNDarte, Inc., Gato Gordo Arts Corporation, Gran Fondo New York, Inc., Juggerknot Theatre Corporation, Karen Peterson and Dancers, Inc., Men Beni Gardening, Miami Beach Gay Pride Inc, Miami Dade College dba Miami Film Festival, Miami Gay and Lesbian Film Festival, Inc., Miami New Drama, Inc., Miami Northwest Express Track Club, Inc., Miami River Fund, Inc., MUCE Educates Corp., Musicall, Inc., Namaskar Foundation Corporation, Nu Deco Ensemble, Inc., O, Miami, Inc., Primer Acto Florida Foundation, Inc., Salute 365 Foundation, Inc., Siudy Flamenco Dance Theater, Inc., Thai American Association of FL, Inc., The Dance NOW! Ensemble, Inc., The Deering Estate Foundation, Inc., The Miami Children's Museum, Inc., UNSIN Incorporated, and We Art Foundation, Inc.

FY 25-26 TDC GRANTS PROGRAM - Q3

Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners is considering approving funding for 33 grants totaling $383,600.00 from the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Third Quarter Tourist Development Council Grants Program. These funds are intended to promote Miami-Dade County tourism through various cultural, sporting, television, and special events. The Board is also being asked to waive Resolution No. R-130-06 to expedite the allocation of these time-sensitive funds. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded this item to the Board with a favorable recommendation. No public comment is mentioned in the provided text.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Before the Board (Pending BCC Assignment); Favorable recommendation from Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee
Applicant:
Various entities (33 listed, including Artefactus Cultural Project, Inc., Miami Beach Gay Pride Inc, Miami Gay and Lesbian Film Festival, Inc., Thai American Association of FL, Inc., The Miami Children's Museum, Inc.)

FY 25-26 TDC GRANTS PROGRAM - Q3

Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners adopted Resolution R-614-26 (File Number 260902) on 7/21/2026, approving 33 grants totaling $383,600.00 from the FY 2025-2026 Third Quarter Tourist Development Council Grants Program Room Tax Plan and Surtax Category to promote Miami-Dade County tourism. The resolution waives Resolution No. R-130-06 and authorizes the County Mayor or designee to execute grant agreements. The grants support tourist-oriented cultural, sporting, television, and special event/promotions. The grant recommendations were reviewed and approved by the Tourist Development Council on 4/17/2026. The item was forwarded to the Board with a favorable recommendation by the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee on 6/9/2026. The impact is countywide. No applications were received for Commission Districts 1 or 13 for this quarter. The 33 grantees and amounts are: Artefactus Cultural Project, Inc. $5,000.00; Artists in Residence in Everglades, Inc. $5,000.00; Centro Cultural Boliviano Masis Corp $3,500.00; Community Arts and Culture, Inc. $7,500.00; Creation Art Center Corp. $5,000.00; Cuban Classical Ballet of Miami Inc. $5,000.00; For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology $10,000.00; FUNDarte, Inc. $10,500.00; Gato Gordo Arts Corporation $3,500.00; Gran Fondo New York, Inc. $5,100.00; Juggerknot Theatre Corporation $15,750.00; Karen Peterson and Dancers, Inc. $10,000.00; Men Beni Gardening $5,000.00; Miami Beach Gay Pride Inc $35,000.00; Miami Dade College dba Miami Film Festival $15,000.00; Miami Gay and Lesbian Film Festival, Inc. $30,000.00; Miami New Drama, Inc. $12,000.00; Miami Northwest Express Track Club, Inc. $10,000.00; Miami River Fund, Inc. $10,000.00; MUCE Educates Corp. $5,000.00; Musicall, Inc. $15,000.00; Namaskar Foundation Corporation $10,000.00; Nu Deco Ensemble, Inc. $9,000.00; O, Miami, Inc. $12,000.00; Primer Acto Florida Foundation, Inc. $5,000.00; Salute 365 Foundation, Inc. $35,000.00; Siudy Flamenco Dance Theater, Inc. $7,500.00; Thai American Association of FL, Inc. $25,000.00; The Dance NOW! Ensemble, Inc. $10,000.00; The Deering Estate Foundation, Inc. $12,250.00; The Miami Children's Museum, Inc. $25,000.00; UNSIN Incorporated $5,000.00; We Art Foundation, Inc. $5,000.00. No public comment or stakeholder sentiment is stated in the document.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Adopted
Applicant:
Various entities (33 grantees listed)

FY 25-26 TDC GRANTS PROGRAM - Q3

The document is a Miami-Dade County legislative item approving 33 grants totaling $383,600.00 from the FY 2025-2026 Third Quarter Tourist Development Council Grants Program to promote tourism. The grants are for various cultural, sporting, television, and special event organizations. The resolution was adopted by the Board of County Commissioners on 7/21/2026. The document does not provide specific project addresses, parcel numbers, acreage, or zoning changes for any of the 33 grantees. The grants are countywide in scope. The applicant/developer/owner names are the 33 grantee organizations. The case/file number is 260902. The decision is adopted. Key dates include introduction on 5/18/2026, committee favorable recommendation on 6/9/2026, and final action on 7/21/2026. The business opportunity for contractors is not stated, as this is a grant funding resolution, not a construction or development project. The document notes that no applications were received for Commission Districts 1 or 13 for this quarter, but no public comment or stakeholder sentiment is stated.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Adopted
Applicant:
Artefactus Cultural Project, Inc.; Artists in Residence in Everglades, Inc.; Centro Cultural Boliviano Masis Corp; Community Arts and Culture, Inc.; Creation Art Center Corp.; Cuban Classical Ballet of Miami Inc.; For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology; FUNDarte, Inc.; Gato Gordo Arts Corporation; Gran Fondo New York, Inc.; Juggerknot Theatre Corporation; Karen Peterson and Dancers, Inc.; Men Beni Gardening; Miami Beach Gay Pride Inc; Miami Dade College dba Miami Film Festival; Miami Gay and Lesbian Film Festival, Inc.; Miami New Drama, Inc.; Miami Northwest Express Track Club, Inc.; Miami River Fund, Inc.; MUCE Educates Corp.; Musicall, Inc.; Namaskar Foundation Corporation; Nu Deco Ensemble, Inc.; O, Miami, Inc.; Primer Acto Florida Foundation, Inc.; Salute 365 Foundation, Inc.; Siudy Flamenco Dance Theater, Inc.; Thai American Association of FL, Inc.; The Dance NOW! Ensemble, Inc.; The Deering Estate Foundation, Inc.; The Miami Children's Museum, Inc.; UNSIN Incorporated; We Art Foundation, Inc.

GOB DRAWDOWN

Miami-Dade County is authorizing the issuance of General Obligation Bonds (Building Better Communities Program) up to $350,000,000.00. These bonds will fund capital project costs and issuance costs. The bonds will initially be issued as Drawdown Bonds, with a maximum of $200,000,000.00 outstanding in Drawdown Mode at any one time. They can be converted to Fixed Rate Bonds or Alternate Floating Rate Bonds. Wells Fargo Municipal Capital Strategies, LLC is the selected purchaser for the Drawdown Bonds. The Office of Management and Budget is the requester. The Board of County Commissioners is the acting body. The resolution was introduced on 5/27/2026 and is scheduled for an Agenda Date of 7/21/2026.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Pending BCC Assignment
Applicant:
Office of Management and Budget

GOB DRAWDOWN

Miami-Dade County is authorizing the issuance of up to $350,000,000.00 in General Obligation Bonds (Building Better Communities Program) to fund capital projects. These bonds will initially be issued as Drawdown Bonds, purchased by Wells Fargo Municipal Capital Strategies, LLC, and can be converted to Fixed Rate Bonds or Alternate Floating Rate Bonds. The County Mayor or designee is authorized to finalize terms, execute agreements, and manage the issuance and conversion process. The funds will be used for various community projects previously approved through earlier bond authorizations, including water/sewer, parks, public infrastructure, public safety, healthcare, housing, and cultural/library facilities. The agenda item is scheduled for the Board of County Commissioners on July 21, 2026.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Before the Board (for consideration)
Applicant:
Office of Management and Budget (Requester)

GOB DRAWDOWN

[case 260977] This document is a resolution authorizing the issuance of Miami-Dade County, Florida, General Obligation Bonds (Building Better Communities) in a principal amount not to exceed $350,000,000.00. The bonds are for paying all or a portion of certain approved capital project costs and paying costs of issuing bonds. The resolution was adopted by the Board of County Commissioners on 7/21/2026. The document does not specify any particular project site, address, parcel, or zoning change; it is a financing authorization for a bond program covering multiple community projects. The document states that the County has previously issued twelve series of bonds in the aggregate principal amount of $2,372,285,000 to fund the Community Projects. The resolution authorizes a negotiated sale of the bonds to Wells Fargo Municipal Capital Strategies, LLC. No public comment or stakeholder sentiment is stated in the document.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Adopted
Applicant:
Office of Management and Budget (requester)

GOB DRAWDOWN

Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners adopted Resolution R-594-26, authorizing the issuance of General Obligation Bonds (Building Better Communities Program) up to $350,000,000.00. These bonds will fund capital project costs and issuance expenses. The bonds will initially be issued as Drawdown Bonds, purchased by Wells Fargo Municipal Capital Strategies, LLC, and can be converted to Fixed Rate Bonds or Alternate Floating Rate Bonds. The County Mayor is authorized to finalize terms, execute agreements, and select agents. The resolution references previous bond authorizations for various projects including water/sewer, parks, public infrastructure, public safety, emergency/healthcare, public service outreach, housing, and cultural/library facilities.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Adopted
Applicant:
Office of Management and Budget (Requester)

GOB DRAWDOWN

[case 260977 (R-594-26)] This document is a legislative resolution (File Number 260977, Resolution R-594-26) adopted by the Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners on 7/21/2026. It authorizes the issuance of up to $350,000,000 in General Obligation Bonds (Building Better Communities Program) to fund approved capital projects. The bonds will be sold via negotiated sale to Wells Fargo Municipal Capital Strategies, LLC, with a maximum of $200,000,000 outstanding in drawdown mode at any one time. The resolution authorizes the County Mayor to finalize terms, including conversion to fixed or alternate floating rates. It references prior bond authorizations for water/sewer, parks, public infrastructure, public safety, emergency/healthcare, public service outreach, housing, and cultural/library facilities, but does not list specific projects, addresses, or parcels. No public comment or stakeholder sentiment is stated in the document.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Adopted
Applicant:
Office of Management and Budget (requester); Wells Fargo Municipal Capital Strategies, LLC (purchaser)

GOB DRAWDOWN

Miami-Dade County is authorizing the issuance of up to $350,000,000.00 in General Obligation Bonds (Building Better Communities Program) to fund capital projects. These bonds will initially be issued as Drawdown Bonds, purchased by Wells Fargo Municipal Capital Strategies, LLC, and can be converted to fixed or alternate floating rates. The County Mayor is authorized to finalize terms, select agents, and execute necessary documents. This action is part of a larger bond program established by prior ordinances and resolutions dating back to 2004 and 2005, which have funded various projects including water/sewer, parks, public infrastructure, public safety, healthcare, housing, and cultural facilities. The issuance aims to provide funding for 'Community Projects' as detailed in Appendix A of the Series 2026 Resolution.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Resolution authorizing issuance of bonds
Applicant:
Miami-Dade County, Office of Management and Budget

GOB DRAWDOWN

[case 260977 (File Number); R-594-26 (Resolution Reference)] The document is a legislative resolution (File Number 260977, Resolution R-594-26) adopted by the Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners on 7/21/2026. It authorizes the issuance of up to $350,000,000 in General Obligation Bonds (Building Better Communities Program) for approved capital projects. The bonds will be sold via negotiated sale to Wells Fargo Municipal Capital Strategies, LLC, with a maximum of $200,000,000 outstanding in drawdown mode at any one time. The resolution references prior authorizations for various project categories (water/sewer, parks, public infrastructure, public safety, emergency/healthcare, public service outreach, housing, cultural/library) but does not list specific project sites or addresses. The document was introduced on 5/27/2026 and adopted on 7/21/2026. No public comment or stakeholder sentiment is stated in the document. The document is a legislative item for the Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners, authorizing the issuance of Series 2026 General Obligation Bonds through a direct placement with Wells Fargo. The bonds will finance Building Better Communities (BBC) Projects, which have a countywide impact. The projects were approved by citizens at a special election on November 2, 2004, or subsequently added through a Board approved process. The bonds are payable from unlimited ad valorem taxes on all real and tangible property within the County. The aggregate principal amount of the twelve previously authorized series is $2,372,285,000, of which $1,663,960,000 remains outstanding as of May 1, 2026. The proposed applicable spread is 0.35 percent, and the fee for unutilized amounts is 0.20 percent. A waiver of Resolution No. R-130-06 is requested. No specific project address, parcel, acreage, or zoning change is stated.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Adopted
Applicant:
Office of Management and Budget (requester); Wells Fargo Municipal Capital Strategies, LLC (purchaser)

GOB DRAWDOWN

Miami-Dade County is authorizing the issuance of up to $350,000,000.00 in General Obligation Bonds (Building Better Communities Program) to fund capital projects. These bonds will initially be issued as Drawdown Bonds, purchased by Wells Fargo Municipal Capital Strategies, LLC, and can be converted to fixed or alternate floating rates. The issuance is part of a larger program authorized by previous ordinances and resolutions dating back to 2004 and 2005. The County Mayor is authorized to finalize terms, execute agreements, and select agents for the bond issuance and conversion process. The agenda date for this item is July 21, 2026.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Before the Board (Pending BCC Assignment)
Applicant:
Office of Management and Budget (Requester)

GOB DRAWDOWN

Miami-Dade County is authorizing the issuance of up to $350,000,000.00 in General Obligation Bonds (Building Better Communities Program) to fund capital projects. These bonds will initially be issued as Drawdown Bonds, with a maximum of $200,000,000.00 outstanding in Drawdown Mode at any one time. The Drawdown Bonds can be converted to Fixed Rate Bonds or, with a supplemental resolution, to Alternate Floating Rate Bonds. Wells Fargo Municipal Capital Strategies, LLC is selected as the purchaser of these Drawdown Bonds. The funds will be used for various community projects previously authorized under prior resolutions, including water and sewer, parks and recreational facilities, public infrastructure, public safety facilities, emergency and healthcare facilities, public service outreach facilities, housing projects, and cultural, library, and multicultural education facilities. The decision to proceed with a negotiated sale to Wells Fargo is based on recommendations for lower costs and less risk compared to other programs. The County Mayor or designee is authorized to finalize terms, execute agreements, and manage the issuance and conversion of these bonds.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Resolution authorizing issuance of bonds
Applicant:
Office of Management and Budget (Requester)

GOB DRAWDOWN

[case 260977] The document is a legislative item for a Miami-Dade County resolution authorizing the issuance of General Obligation Bonds (Building Better Communities) in a principal amount not to exceed $350,000,000.00. The resolution was introduced on 5/27/2026, and the final action was adoption on 7/21/2026. The bonds are for paying capital project costs and costs of issuing bonds. The document does not list specific projects, addresses, or parcels; it references Community Projects and Building Better Communities Projects generally. The applicant/requester is the Office of Management and Budget. The case/file number is 260977, and the reference is R-594-26. The decision was adopted. The document includes no public comment or stakeholder sentiment. The business opportunity is for financial services firms, bond counsel, and related professionals, not for construction contractors, as the document is a financing authorization without specific project details.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Adopted
Applicant:
Office of Management and Budget

GOB DRAWDOWN

Board of County Commissioners in Miami-Dade County posted this record to its public file. The posted document carries a title and no readable project detail, so there is no site, no size and no applicant on file for it yet. Local businesses that want to follow it can open the official document link above and watch for the fuller record the body posts later.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution

GOB DRAWDOWN

[case 260977; R-594-26] Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners adopted Resolution R-594-26 (Legislative Item File Number 260977) on 7/21/2026, authorizing the issuance of General Obligation Bonds (Building Better Communities) in a principal amount not to exceed $350,000,000.00. The bonds fund approved capital projects under the Building Better Communities Bond Program, including water and sewer, parks, public infrastructure, public safety, emergency and healthcare, public service outreach, housing, and cultural/library facilities. The bonds will be issued as Drawdown Bonds purchased by Wells Fargo Municipal Capital Strategies, LLC, with no more than $200,000,000 outstanding at one time, and may be converted to Fixed Rate Bonds or Alternate Floating Rate Bonds. The resolution was introduced 5/27/2026 and adopted 7/21/2026. No specific project sites, addresses, parcels, or acreage are listed in the document text. The document is a Board of County Commissioners agenda item for Miami-Dade County authorizing the Series 2026 Resolution to issue general obligation bonds through a direct placement with Wells Fargo. The bonds finance Building Better Communities (BBC) Projects, which have countywide impact. The bonds are payable from unlimited ad valorem taxes on all real and tangible property within the County. The aggregate principal amount of all authorized bond series is $2,372,285,000, with $1,663,960,000 outstanding as of May 1, 2026. The applicable spread is 0.35 percent (35 basis points), and the fee for unutilized amounts is 0.20 percent (20 basis points). The document requests a waiver of Resolution No. R-130-06. No specific project site, address, parcel, or size is stated.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Adopted
Applicant:
Office of Management and Budget (requester); Wells Fargo Municipal Capital Strategies, LLC (purchaser)

GOB DRAWDOWN

[case 260977 (Resolution R-594-26)] This document is a legislative resolution (File Number 260977, Resolution R-594-26) adopted by the Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners on 7/21/2026. It authorizes the issuance of up to $350,000,000 in General Obligation Bonds (Building Better Communities) to fund approved capital projects. The bonds will be issued under a new Drawdown Bond Program with Wells Fargo Municipal Capital Strategies, LLC, with a maximum of $200,000,000 outstanding in drawdown mode at any one time. The resolution does not list specific project sites, addresses, or construction scopes; it only authorizes the financing mechanism for the Building Better Communities Projects detailed in Appendix A of the resolution, which is not included in the provided text. The resolution was introduced on 5/27/2026 and adopted 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:
Resolution
Decision:
Adopted
Applicant:
Office of Management and Budget (requester)

GOB DRAWDOWN

[case 260977] This is a legislative item for a resolution authorizing the issuance of Miami-Dade County, Florida, General Obligation Bonds (Building Better Communities) in a principal amount not to exceed $350,000,000.00. The resolution was introduced on 5/27/2026, and the final action was adoption on 7/21/2026. The bonds are for paying all or a portion of certain approved capital project costs and paying costs of issuing bonds. The resolution authorizes a negotiated sale of the bonds to Wells Fargo Municipal Capital Strategies, LLC, and establishes a new drawdown bond program. The document does not specify a particular project site, address, or parcel. It references the Building Better Communities Bond Program, which includes projects for water and sewer, parks and recreational facilities, public infrastructure and neighborhood improvements, public safety facilities, emergency and healthcare facilities, public service outreach facilities, housing, and cultural, library and multicultural education facilities. The document does not contain public comment or stakeholder sentiment.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Adopted
Applicant:
Office of Management and Budget (requester)

GOB DRAWDOWN

Miami-Dade County is authorizing the issuance of up to $350,000,000.00 in General Obligation Bonds (Building Better Communities Program) to fund capital projects. These bonds will initially be issued as Drawdown Bonds, with a maximum of $200,000,000.00 outstanding in Drawdown Mode at any time. The bonds can be converted to Fixed Rate Bonds or, with a supplemental resolution, to Alternate Floating Rate Bonds. Wells Fargo Municipal Capital Strategies, LLC has been selected to purchase the Drawdown Bonds. The issuance is part of the ongoing Building Better Communities Bond Program, which has previously authorized significant funding for various projects including water/sewer, parks, public infrastructure, public safety, emergency/healthcare, public service outreach, housing, and cultural/library facilities. The decision to proceed with a negotiated sale to Wells Fargo is based on recommendations that it results in lower costs and less risk compared to other programs. The County Mayor is authorized to finalize terms, execute agreements, and oversee the issuance and conversion processes.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Resolution authorizing issuance of bonds
Applicant:
Office of Management and Budget (Requester)

GOB DRAWDOWN

[case 260977 (Resolution R-594-26)] This document is a legislative resolution (File Number 260977, Resolution R-594-26) adopted by the Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners on 7/21/2026. It authorizes the issuance of up to $350,000,000 in General Obligation Bonds (Building Better Communities Program) to fund certain approved capital projects. The document does not list specific project sites, addresses, or construction scopes. It establishes a new drawdown bond program with Wells Fargo Municipal Capital Strategies, LLC, with a maximum of $200,000,000 outstanding in drawdown mode at any one time. The bonds are for paying costs of approved Community Projects, which include water and sewer, parks, public infrastructure, public safety, emergency and healthcare, public service outreach, housing, and cultural/library facilities. The resolution was introduced on 5/27/2026 and adopted 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:
Resolution
Decision:
Adopted
Applicant:
Office of Management and Budget (requester)

GOB DRAWDOWN

Miami-Dade County is authorizing the issuance of General Obligation Bonds (Building Better Communities Program) up to $350,000,000.00. These bonds will be initially issued as Drawdown Bonds and may be converted to Fixed Rate Bonds or Alternate Floating Rate Bonds. The purpose is to fund approved capital project costs, including water and sewer projects, parks and recreational facilities, public infrastructure, public safety facilities, emergency and healthcare facilities, public service outreach facilities, housing projects, and cultural, library, and multicultural education facilities. Wells Fargo Municipal Capital Strategies, LLC has been selected to purchase the Drawdown Bonds. The Board of County Commissioners is authorizing the County Mayor or designee to finalize terms, execute documents, and manage the issuance and conversion of these bonds. The decision is pending assignment to the Board of County Commissioners.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Pending BCC Assignment
Applicant:
Office of Management and Budget

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