Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee: julio de 2026
Miami-Dade County
RELATING TO BOATS AND WATERWAYS
This is a legislative item for an ordinance relating to boats and waterways in Miami-Dade County, Florida. It creates Section 7-40.1 of the Code, adopting overnight anchoring regulations. The ordinance makes it unlawful for any vessel to be anchored for 1 hour or more between one-half hour after sunset and one-half hour before sunrise for more than 30 days in any 6-month period, excluding time within a marked mooring field or for permitted marine construction. Exemptions include vessels owned or operated by a governmental entity, construction or dredging vessels on an active job site, and commercial fishing vessels actively engaged in commercial fishing. The ordinance provides for enforcement by civil penalty, amends Section 8CC-10 to update the schedule of civil penalties, and applies to both incorporated and unincorporated areas. The item was introduced on 7/9/2026, was forwarded to the Board of County Commissioners with a favorable recommendation following a public hearing on 7/14/2026, and is scheduled for a second reading on the agenda date of 10/20/2026. The prime sponsor is Vicki L. Lopez. The file number is 261278. The document does not state a specific street address, parcel, acreage, or number of units. Public comment sentiment is not stated in the document.
- Board:
- Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-14
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation following a public hearing
RELATING TO BOATS AND WATERWAYS
The document is a legislative item for an ordinance relating to boats and waterways in Miami-Dade County, Florida. It creates Section 7-40.1 of the Code, adopting overnight anchoring regulations, providing exemptions, and providing for enforcement by civil penalty. It amends Section 8CC-10 to update the schedule of civil penalties. The ordinance applies to incorporated and unincorporated areas. The file number is 261278. The status is Second Reading. The introduced date is 7/9/2026. The agenda date is 10/20/2026. The prime sponsor is Vicki L. Lopez. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded it to the BCC with a favorable recommendation following a public hearing on 7/14/2026. The ordinance restricts vessels from being anchored for 1 hour or more between one-half hour after sunset and one-half hour before sunrise for more than 30 days in any 6-month period, excluding time anchored overnight within a marked mooring field or for permitted marine construction. Exemptions include vessels owned or operated by a governmental entity, construction or dredging vessels on an active job site, and commercial fishing vessels actively engaged in commercial fishing. Civil penalties are 500.00 for first offense, 1,000.00 for second offense within five years, and 2,500.00 for third or subsequent offense within five years. The effective date is ten days after enactment unless vetoed. The document does not state a specific street address, parcel, acreage, or number of units. The document does not state any public comment or stakeholder sentiment beyond the committee forwarding with a favorable recommendation following a public hearing.
- Board:
- Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-14
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation following a public hearing
RELATING TO BOATS AND WATERWAYS
This is a legislative item for an ordinance relating to boats and waterways in Miami-Dade County, Florida. The ordinance would create Section 7-40.1 of the Code, adopting overnight anchoring regulations that make it unlawful for any vessel to be anchored for a period of 1 hour or more between one-half hour after sunset and one-half hour before sunrise for more than 30 days in any 6-month period, with exemptions for governmental vessels, construction/dredging vessels on active job sites, and commercial fishing vessels actively engaged in commercial fishing. It also amends Section 8CC-10 to update the schedule of civil penalties, with a $500.00 penalty for the first offense, $1,000.00 for a second offense within five years, and $2,500.00 for a third or subsequent offense within five years. The item was introduced on 7/9/2026, and the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded it to the Board of County Commissioners with a favorable recommendation following a public hearing on 7/14/2026, with a request that it be placed on the agenda of the October 20, 2026 Board meeting. The prime sponsor is Vicki L. Lopez. The file number is 261278. The document does not state a specific street address, parcel, acreage, or number of units for a development project. Public comment included opposition from individuals who lived aboard vessels, who stated the ordinance would amount to a ban and make it impossible for them to live and work in the County, and support from mayors of North Bay Village, Bal Harbour, and a Miami Beach commissioner, who cited issues with derelict vessels and the need for a countywide ordinance to avoid a patchwork of regulation. Commissioner Regalado remained unsupportive and requested her district, which included Coconut Grove, be exempted. Commissioner McGhee expressed concern about the perception of directing the County's enforcement power against individuals who chose to live aboard vessels and needed more information. Commissioner Lopez agreed to work with the administration, Miami, and DERM to determine the number of residents living aboard vessels who never move them, and to study the impact of similar ordinances from Broward and Monroe counties.
- Board:
- Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-14
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Forwarded to the Board of County Commissioners with a favorable recommendation following a public hearing, with a request that it be placed on the agenda of the October 20, 2026 Board meeting.
- Applicant:
- Vicki L. Lopez, Prime Sponsor
RELATING TO BOATS AND WATERWAYS
This legislative item is an ordinance relating to boats and waterways in Miami-Dade County, Florida. It was introduced on 5/14/2026, adopted on first reading on 6/2/2026, and withdrawn on 7/14/2026. The ordinance would create Section 7-40.1 of the Code of Miami-Dade County, adopting overnight anchoring regulations, and amend Section 8CC-10 to update the schedule of civil penalties. The ordinance applies to all waters in the incorporated and unincorporated areas of Miami-Dade County, including Biscayne Bay. It makes it unlawful for any vessel to be anchored for 1 hour or more between one-half hour after sunset and one-half hour before sunrise for more than 30 days in any 6-month period, with exemptions for governmental vessels, construction or dredging vessels on active job sites, and commercial fishing vessels actively engaged in commercial fishing. Civil penalties are set at $500 for first offense, $1,000 for second offense within five years, and $2,500 for third or subsequent offense within five years. The ordinance was sponsored by Vicki L. Lopez and co-sponsored by Sen. Rene Garcia. The file number is 260878. The status is withdrawn, with a note to see substitute file 261278. No public comment or stakeholder sentiment is stated in the document.
- Board:
- Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-14
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Withdrawn
RELATING TO BOATS AND WATERWAYS
The document is a legislative item for an ordinance relating to boats and waterways in Miami-Dade County, Florida. It proposes creating Section 7-40.1 of the Code to restrict overnight anchoring of vessels for more than 30 days in any 6-month period, with exemptions for governmental vessels, construction/dredging vessels on active job sites, and commercial fishing vessels. It also amends Section 8CC-10 to update the schedule of civil penalties. The item was introduced on 7/9/2026, and on 7/14/2026 the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded it to the Board of County Commissioners with a favorable recommendation following a public hearing, with a request to place it on the agenda of the October 20, 2026 Board meeting. The ordinance is a substitute to file number 260878. The document does not state a specific street address, parcel, acreage, or number of units for a development project. The applicant/developer/owner is not stated; the prime sponsor is Vicki L. Lopez. The case/file number is 261278. The decision is a favorable recommendation from the committee, with the final action pending at the Board of County Commissioners. Key dates include introduction on 7/9/2026, committee hearing on 7/14/2026, and the scheduled Board meeting on 10/20/2026. Public comment included opposition from individuals such as Danielle Chandler, Captain Bert Korpela, Zakary Wronka, Michael Maynard, David Furor, Colby Uva, and a speaker identified as Justin, who raised concerns about the ordinance acting as a ban on liveaboards, lack of mooring capacity, and impacts on livelihoods. Support came from Mayor Rachel Streitfeld of North Bay Village, Mayor Seth Salver of Bal Harbour, and Commissioner Lopez, who cited the need for countywide uniformity and addressing derelict vessels. Commissioner Regalado opposed the item, requesting her district be exempted and preferring more information and alternatives. Commissioner Bastien and Commissioner McGhee expressed concerns about potential homelessness and public perception. The business opportunity is not stated in the document.
- Board:
- Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-14
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Forwarded to the Board of County Commissioners with a favorable recommendation following a public hearing; final action pending at the October 20, 2026 Board meeting
RELATING TO BOATS AND WATERWAYS
Miami-Dade County is enacting new regulations for overnight anchoring of vessels in both incorporated and unincorporated areas. The ordinance, File Number 261278, creates Section 7-40.1 of the Code of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to restrict vessels from anchoring for more than 30 days in any 6-month period between sunset and sunrise, with specific exemptions for governmental entities, construction/dredging vessels on active sites, and commercial fishing vessels. It also provides exemptions for vessels anchored overnight for permitted marine construction, installation, or maintenance work. Enforcement will be by civil penalty, with penalties escalating for repeat offenses, and may include vessel removal. The ordinance amends Section 8CC-10 to update the schedule of civil penalties. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded this item to the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) with a favorable recommendation on 7/14/2026. The BCC agenda date is 10/20/2026.
- Board:
- Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-14
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation
RELATING TO BOATS AND WATERWAYS
Miami-Dade County is enacting new regulations for overnight anchoring of vessels in both incorporated and unincorporated areas. The ordinance creates Section 7-40.1 of the Code of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to restrict vessels from anchoring for more than 30 days in any 6-month period between one-half hour after sunset and one-half hour before sunrise, with specific exemptions. These exemptions include vessels owned or operated by a governmental entity for a governmental function, construction or dredging vessels on an active job site, and commercial fishing vessels actively engaged in commercial fishing. The regulations also provide for enforcement through civil penalties, with escalating fines for repeat offenses, and other remedies including vessel removal. The ordinance amends Section 8CC-10 of the Code to update the schedule of civil penalties. The legislation was sponsored by Vicki L. Lopez and is a substitute to a previous item (File No. 260878). The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded the item to the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) with a favorable recommendation. Commissioner Regalado requested the item be placed on the October 21, 2026 BCC agenda. The ordinance is expected to be effective ten days after enactment.
- Board:
- Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-14
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee. Pending BCC Assignment.
RELATING TO BOATS AND WATERWAYS
The document is a legislative item for an ordinance relating to boats and waterways in Miami-Dade County, Florida, creating Section 7-40.1 of the Code to adopt overnight anchoring regulations. The ordinance would make it unlawful for any vessel to be anchored for 1 hour or more between one-half hour after sunset and one-half hour before sunrise for more than 30 days in any 6-month period in the incorporated and unincorporated areas, with exemptions for governmental vessels, construction/dredging vessels on active job sites, and commercial fishing vessels actively engaged in commercial fishing. It also amends Section 8CC-10 to update the schedule of civil penalties, with penalties of $500 for the first offense, $1,000 for a second offense within five years, and $2,500 for a third or subsequent offense within five years. The item was introduced on 7/9/2026, and on 7/14/2026 the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded it to the Board of County Commissioners with a favorable recommendation following a public hearing, with a request that it be placed on the agenda of the October 20, 2026 Board meeting. The file number is 261278, and the prime sponsor is Vicki L. Lopez. The document does not state a specific street address, parcel, acreage, or number of units for a project, as it is a countywide ordinance. Public comment included opposition from individuals such as Danielle Chandler, who stated the 30-day/six-month cap amounted to a ban, and Captain Bert Korpela, who said the true issue was derelict vessels. Support came from Mayor Rachel Streitfeld of North Bay Village and Mayor Seth Salver of Bal Harbour, who emphasized the need for a countywide ordinance. Commissioner Regalado remained unsupportive and requested her district, including Coconut Grove, be exempted, and Commissioner Bastien voiced concerns about potential homelessness. Commissioner McGhee expressed concern about the perception of directing enforcement against individuals who live aboard vessels. The committee voted to forward the item to the Board with a request for the October 20, 2026 meeting.
- Board:
- Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-14
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Forwarded to the Board of County Commissioners with a favorable recommendation following a public hearing
RELATING TO BOATS AND WATERWAYS
The document is a legislative item for an ordinance relating to boats and waterways in Miami-Dade County, Florida. It was introduced on 5/14/2026, adopted on first reading on 6/2/2026, and withdrawn on 7/14/2026. The ordinance would create Section 7-40.1 of the Code of Miami-Dade County to restrict overnight anchoring of vessels for more than 30 days in any 6-month period, with exemptions for governmental vessels, construction or dredging vessels on active job sites, and commercial fishing vessels. It would also amend Section 8CC-10 to add civil penalties for violations: $500 for first offense, $1,000 for second offense within five years, and $2,500 for third or subsequent offense within five years. The ordinance applies to both incorporated and unincorporated areas of Miami-Dade County. The document does not state a specific address, parcel, acreage, or project size. The applicant/developer/owner is not stated; the sponsors are Vicki L. Lopez (Prime Sponsor) and Sen. Rene Garcia (Co-Sponsor). The case/file number is 260878. The decision was withdrawn, with a note to see substitute file 261278. Key dates: introduced 5/14/2026, adopted on first reading 6/2/2026, withdrawn 7/14/2026. The business opportunity is not stated in the document; it is a regulatory ordinance, not a construction project. Public comment or stakeholder sentiment is not stated in the document.
- Board:
- Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-14
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Withdrawn
- Applicant:
- not stated; sponsors are Vicki L. Lopez (Prime Sponsor) and Sen. Rene Garcia (Co-Sponsor)
RELATING TO BOATS AND WATERWAYS
Ordinance relating to boats and waterways in the incorporated and unincorporated areas of Miami-Dade County, creating Section 7-40.1 to adopt overnight anchoring regulations, providing exemptions, and amending Section 8CC-10 to update the schedule of civil penalties. The ordinance makes it unlawful for any vessel to be anchored for 1 hour or more between one-half hour after sunset and one-half hour before sunrise for more than 30 days in any 6-month period, excluding time anchored within a marked mooring field or for permitted marine construction. Exemptions include government vessels, construction or dredging vessels on active job sites, and commercial fishing vessels actively engaged in commercial fishing. Civil penalties are $500 for first offense, $1,000 for second offense within five years, and $2,500 for third or subsequent offense within five years. The ordinance applies to both incorporated and unincorporated areas, with enforcement by the County and municipalities. It was introduced on 7/9/2026, received a favorable recommendation from the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee on 7/14/2026 following a public hearing, and is scheduled for a second reading on the BCC agenda on 10/20/2026. File Number: 261278. Prime Sponsor: Vicki L. Lopez. No public comment sentiment is stated in the document.
- Board:
- Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-14
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation following a public hearing on 7/14/2026; pending second reading on 10/20/2026
RELATING TO BOATS AND WATERWAYS
This is a legislative matter for an ordinance relating to boats and waterways in Miami-Dade County, Florida. The ordinance creates Section 7-40.1 of the Code, adopting overnight anchoring regulations. It makes it unlawful for any vessel to be anchored for 1 hour or more between one-half hour after sunset and one-half hour before sunrise for more than 30 days in any 6-month period, excluding time within a marked mooring field or for permitted marine construction. Exemptions include vessels owned or operated by a governmental entity, construction or dredging vessels on an active job site, and commercial fishing vessels actively engaged in commercial fishing. Enforcement is by civil penalty under chapter 8CC, with penalties of $500 for first offense, $1,000 for second offense within five years, and $2,500 for third or subsequent offense within five years. The ordinance applies to both incorporated and unincorporated areas. The file number is 261278, and it is a substitute to file number 260878. The ordinance was introduced on 7/9/2026, and the agenda date is 10/20/2026. The prime sponsor is Vicki L. Lopez. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded it to the BCC with a favorable recommendation following a public hearing on 7/14/2026. The document does not state a specific address, parcel, acreage, or project size.
- Board:
- Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-14
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Forwarded to the Board of County Commissioners with a favorable recommendation following a public hearing
RELATING TO BOATS AND WATERWAYS
Miami-Dade County is enacting new regulations for overnight anchoring of vessels in both incorporated and unincorporated areas. The ordinance creates Section 7-40.1 of the Code of Miami-Dade County, Florida, prohibiting vessels from anchoring for more than 30 days in any 6-month period between one-half hour after sunset and one-half hour before sunrise, with specific exemptions for governmental entities, construction/dredging vessels on active job sites, and commercial fishing vessels. Enforcement will be through civil penalties, with fines escalating for repeat offenses. The ordinance also amends Section 8CC-10 to update the schedule of civil penalties. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded this item to the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) with a favorable recommendation.
- Board:
- Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-14
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation following a public hearing (by Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee). Ordinance is in Second Reading status, pending BCC Assignment.
RELATING TO BOATS AND WATERWAYS
The document is a legislative item for an ordinance relating to boats and waterways in Miami-Dade County, Florida. It proposes creating Section 7-40.1 of the County Code to restrict overnight anchoring of vessels for more than 30 days in any 6-month period, with exemptions for government vessels, construction/dredging vessels on active job sites, and commercial fishing vessels. It also amends Section 8CC-10 to update the schedule of civil penalties for violations. The item was introduced on 7/9/2026, and on 7/14/2026 the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded it to the Board of County Commissioners with a favorable recommendation following a public hearing, with a request to place it on the agenda for the October 20, 2026 Board meeting. The ordinance is a substitute to file number 260878. The document does not state a specific street address, parcel, acreage, or number of units for a development project. The applicant/developer/owner is not stated; the prime sponsor is Commissioner Vicki L. Lopez. The case/file number is 261278. The decision is a favorable recommendation from the committee, with the final action pending at the Board of County Commissioners. Key dates include introduction on 7/9/2026, committee hearing on 7/14/2026, and the scheduled Board agenda date of 10/20/2026. Public comment included opposition from individuals who live aboard vessels, who stated the ordinance would amount to a ban and could render them homeless, and support from municipal officials from North Bay Village, Bal Harbour, and Miami Beach, who cited issues with derelict vessels and the need for countywide uniformity. Commissioner Regalado opposed the item and requested her district be exempted, and Commissioner McGhee expressed concern about the potential for increased homelessness. The business opportunity is not stated in the document.
- Board:
- Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-14
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Forwarded to the Board of County Commissioners with a favorable recommendation following a public hearing; final action pending
RELATING TO BOATS AND WATERWAYS
The document is a legislative item for an ordinance relating to boats and waterways in Miami-Dade County, Florida. The ordinance would create Section 7-40.1 of the Code of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to adopt overnight anchoring regulations, provide exemptions, and provide for enforcement by civil penalty. It would also amend Section 8CC-10 of the Code to update the schedule of civil penalties. The file number is 260878. The status is Withdrawn. The ordinance was introduced on 5/14/2026. It was adopted on first reading by the Board of County Commissioners on 6/2/2026. It was withdrawn at the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee meeting on 7/14/2026, with a note to see substitute Legislative File No. 261278. The prime sponsor is Vicki L. Lopez, and the co-sponsor is Sen. Rene Garcia. The ordinance applies to the incorporated and unincorporated areas of Miami-Dade County. It would make it unlawful for any vessel to be anchored for 1 hour or more between one-half hour after sunset and one-half hour before sunrise for more than 30 days in any 6-month period, excluding time anchored within a marked mooring field or for permitted marine construction, installation, or maintenance work. Exemptions are provided for vessels owned or operated by a governmental entity, construction or dredging vessels on an active job site, and commercial fishing vessels actively engaged in commercial fishing. Civil penalties for any violation of section 7-40.1 would be $500.00 for a first offense, $1,000.00 for a second offense within five years, and $2,500.00 for a third or subsequent offense within five years. The ordinance would become effective ten days after the date of enactment unless vetoed by the County Mayor. The document does not state a specific street address, parcel, acreage, or number of units. The document does not state any public comment or stakeholder sentiment.
- Board:
- Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-14
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Withdrawn
RELATING TO BOATS AND WATERWAYS
Miami-Dade County is enacting new regulations for overnight anchoring of vessels in both incorporated and unincorporated areas. The ordinance creates Section 7-40.1 of the Code of Miami-Dade County, prohibiting vessels from anchoring for more than 30 days in any 6-month period between one-half hour after sunset and one-half hour before sunrise, with specific exemptions for governmental, construction/dredging, and commercial fishing vessels. Enforcement will be through civil penalties, with fines escalating for repeat offenses. The ordinance also amends Section 8CC-10 to include the new penalties. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded this item to the Board of County Commissioners with a favorable recommendation.
- Board:
- Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-14
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation following a public hearing (by Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee). Ordinance is in Second Reading status, pending BCC Assignment.
- Applicant:
- Vicki L. Lopez, Prime Sponsor (for the ordinance)
RELATING TO BOATS AND WATERWAYS
This is a legislative matter, File Number 261278, an ordinance relating to boats and waterways in the incorporated and unincorporated areas of Miami-Dade County. It creates Section 7-40.1 of the Code of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopting overnight anchoring regulations, providing exemptions, and providing for enforcement by civil penalty and other remedies. It also amends Section 8CC-10 of the Code to update the schedule of civil penalties. The ordinance was introduced on 7/9/2026, and the agenda date is 10/20/2026. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded it to the BCC with a favorable recommendation following a public hearing on 7/14/2026. The Prime Sponsor is Vicki L. Lopez. The ordinance makes it unlawful for any vessel to be anchored for a period of 1 hour or more between one-half hour after sunset and one-half hour before sunrise for more than 30 days in any 6-month period, excluding time anchored overnight within a marked mooring field or for permitted marine construction, installation, or maintenance work. Exemptions include vessels owned or operated by a governmental entity engaged in a governmental function, construction or dredging vessels on an active job site, and commercial fishing vessels actively engaged in commercial fishing. Civil penalties are set at $500.00 for a first offense, $1,000.00 for a second offense within five years, and $2,500.00 for a third or subsequent offense within five years. The ordinance applies to both incorporated and unincorporated areas. A courtesy warning notice is required prior to issuance of a penalty. The ordinance is adopted under section 327.60(2)(f)3., Florida Statutes, and municipalities may establish and enforce their own stricter anchoring regulations. The ordinance becomes effective ten (10) days after the date of enactment unless vetoed by the County Mayor. No specific street address, parcel, acreage, or project size is stated. No public comment sentiment is stated in the document.
- Board:
- Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-14
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation following a public hearing
RELATING TO BOATS AND WATERWAYS
Ordinance relating to boats and waterways in the incorporated and unincorporated areas of Miami-Dade County, creating Section 7-40.1 of the Code to adopt overnight anchoring regulations, providing exemptions, and providing for enforcement by civil penalty and other remedies; amending Section 8CC-10 to update the schedule of civil penalties. The ordinance makes it unlawful for any vessel to be anchored for 1 hour or more between one-half hour after sunset and one-half hour before sunrise for more than 30 days in any 6-month period, excluding time anchored overnight within a marked mooring field or for permitted marine construction, installation, or maintenance work. Exemptions include vessels owned or operated by a governmental entity engaged in a governmental function, construction or dredging vessels on an active job site, and commercial fishing vessels actively engaged in commercial fishing. Civil penalties are $500 for first offense, $1,000 for second offense within five years, and $2,500 for third or subsequent offense within five years. The ordinance applies to both incorporated and unincorporated areas. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded the item to the BCC with a favorable recommendation following a public hearing on 7/14/2026. The ordinance is scheduled for the BCC agenda on 10/20/2026. The effective date is ten days after enactment unless vetoed by the County Mayor. File Number: 261278. Prime Sponsor: Vicki L. Lopez. Introduced: 7/9/2026. Status: Second Reading. This is a substitute to File No. 260878. The ordinance is based on House Bill 481, which expanded local government authority over anchoring for counties with a population of 1.5 million or more; Miami-Dade County's population was estimated at 2,838,461 as of July 1, 2024. The ordinance cites proliferation of vessels anchored for extended periods in Biscayne Bay as impeding use and enjoyment, creating navigational hazards, and causing environmental impacts such as harm to seagrasses. No specific street address, parcel, acreage, or project size is stated. No public comment sentiment is stated in the document.
- Board:
- Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-14
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation following a public hearing by the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee on 7/14/2026; pending BCC assignment for second reading on 10/20/2026
RELATING TO BOATS AND WATERWAYS
The document is a legislative item for an ordinance relating to boats and waterways in Miami-Dade County, Florida. It was introduced on 5/14/2026, adopted on first reading on 6/2/2026, and withdrawn on 7/14/2026. The ordinance would create Section 7-40.1 of the Code of Miami-Dade County, adopting overnight anchoring regulations, providing exemptions, and amending Section 8CC-10 to update civil penalties. The ordinance applies to incorporated and unincorporated areas of Miami-Dade County. No specific street address, parcel, acreage, or project size is stated. The applicant/developer/owner is not stated; the prime sponsor is Vicki L. Lopez and co-sponsor is Sen. Rene Garcia. The case/file number is 260878. The decision was withdrawn on 7/14/2026. Key dates: introduced 5/14/2026, adopted on first reading 6/2/2026, withdrawn 7/14/2026. The business opportunity is not stated. Public comment sentiment is not stated.
- Board:
- Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-14
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Withdrawn
RELATING TO BOATS AND WATERWAYS
Miami-Dade County is enacting new regulations for overnight anchoring of vessels in both incorporated and unincorporated areas. The ordinance, File Number 261278, creates Section 7-40.1 of the Code of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to restrict vessels from anchoring for more than 30 days in any 6-month period between sunset and sunrise, with specific exemptions. These exemptions include vessels owned or operated by a governmental entity for governmental functions, construction or dredging vessels on active job sites, and commercial fishing vessels actively engaged in fishing. The ordinance also amends Section 8CC-10 to update the schedule of civil penalties for violations, with penalties ranging from $500 for a first offense to $2,500 for a third or subsequent offense within five years. Enforcement can be carried out by county code inspectors, municipalities (unless they have adopted their own regulations and notified the county), and any law enforcement officer with jurisdiction. A courtesy warning notice procedure is also established. The ordinance was forwarded to the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) with a favorable recommendation from the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee on July 14, 2026, and was scheduled for BCC consideration on October 20, 2026. The ordinance is a substitute to File Number 260878 and is expected to require 4-6 weeks for processing.
- Board:
- Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-14
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation; Pending BCC Assignment
RELATING TO BOATS AND WATERWAYS
This legislative item, File Number 260878, proposed an ordinance to create Section 7-40.1 of the Code of Miami-Dade County, Florida, establishing overnight anchoring regulations for vessels in Biscayne Bay and other county waters. The ordinance aimed to restrict vessels from anchoring for more than 30 days in any 6-month period between sunset and sunrise, with specific exemptions for governmental entities, construction/dredging vessels on active job sites, and commercial fishing vessels. Enforcement was to be by civil penalty under Chapter 8CC, with penalties ranging from $500 for a first offense to $2,500 for a third or subsequent offense within five years. The ordinance was adopted on first reading by the Board of County Commissioners on June 2, 2026, and was scheduled for a public hearing before the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee on July 14, 2026. However, the item was ultimately withdrawn by the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee on July 14, 2026. The legislative text indicates the ordinance was intended to address navigational hazards, environmental impacts, and quality of life concerns arising from prolonged vessel anchoring.
- Board:
- Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-14
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Withdrawn
RELATING TO BOATS AND WATERWAYS
Miami-Dade County is enacting new regulations for overnight anchoring of vessels in both incorporated and unincorporated areas. The ordinance creates Section 7-40.1 of the Code of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to restrict vessels from anchoring for more than 30 days in any 6-month period between one-half hour after sunset and one-half hour before sunrise, with specific exemptions for governmental entities, construction/dredging vessels on active job sites, and commercial fishing vessels. Enforcement will be through civil penalties, with fines escalating for repeat offenses, and potential remedies including vessel removal. The ordinance also amends Section 8CC-10 to update the schedule of civil penalties. This action is enabled by recent changes in Florida Statutes allowing local governments to regulate anchoring.
- Board:
- Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-14
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation following a public hearing; Pending BCC Assignment; Ordinance status is Second Reading.
- Applicant:
- Vicki L. Lopez, Prime Sponsor
RELATING TO BOATS AND WATERWAYS
The document is a legislative item for an ordinance relating to boats and waterways in Miami-Dade County, Florida. It was introduced on 7/9/2026, and was forwarded to the Board of County Commissioners with a favorable recommendation following a public hearing on 7/14/2026. The ordinance would create Section 7-40.1 of the Code of Miami-Dade County, adopting overnight anchoring regulations that make it unlawful for any vessel to be anchored for a period of 1 hour or more between one-half hour after sunset and one-half hour before sunrise for more than 30 days in any 6-month period, with exemptions for government vessels, construction or dredging vessels on active job sites, and commercial fishing vessels. It also amends Section 8CC-10 to update the schedule of civil penalties, with penalties of $500 for the first offense, $1,000 for a second offense within five years, and $2,500 for a third or subsequent offense within five years. The item is scheduled for the Board of County Commissioners meeting on 10/20/2026. Public comment included opposition from several individuals who live aboard vessels, who stated the ordinance would amount to a ban and could render them homeless, and support from mayors of North Bay Village, Bal Harbour, and a Miami Beach commissioner, who cited issues with derelict vessels and the need for countywide regulation. Commissioner Regalado remained unsupportive and requested her district, including Coconut Grove, be exempted. Commissioner Lopez agreed to work with the administration to gather more information before the Board meeting.
- Board:
- Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-14
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Forwarded to the Board of County Commissioners with a favorable recommendation following a public hearing
- Applicant:
- Vicki L. Lopez, Prime Sponsor
RELATING TO BOATS AND WATERWAYS
Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee 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:
- Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-14
- Type:
- Ordinance
RELATING TO BOATS AND WATERWAYS
The document is a legislative item for an ordinance relating to boats and waterways in Miami-Dade County, Florida. It was introduced on 5/14/2026, adopted on first reading on 6/2/2026, and withdrawn on 7/14/2026. The ordinance creates Section 7-40.1 of the Code of Miami-Dade County, adopting overnight anchoring regulations, providing exemptions, and amending Section 8CC-10 to update the schedule of civil penalties. The ordinance applies to the incorporated and unincorporated areas of Miami-Dade County, including Biscayne Bay. The prime sponsor is Vicki L. Lopez, with co-sponsor Sen. Rene Garcia. The file number is 260878. The ordinance was withdrawn and a substitute is referenced as Legislative File No. 261278. No specific street address, parcel, acreage, or number of units is stated. The document does not describe a specific construction project, site, or development action beyond the regulatory ordinance. The decision was withdrawn on 7/14/2026. Key dates: introduced 5/14/2026, adopted on first reading 6/2/2026, withdrawn 7/14/2026. The business opportunity is not stated. The document is silent on public comment or stakeholder sentiment.
- Board:
- Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-14
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Withdrawn
RELATING TO BOATS AND WATERWAYS
Miami-Dade County is enacting new regulations for overnight anchoring of vessels in Biscayne Bay and other county waters. The ordinance creates Section 7-40.1 of the Code of Miami-Dade County, Florida, prohibiting vessels from anchoring for more than 30 days in any 6-month period between sunset and sunrise, with specific exemptions for governmental entities, construction/dredging vessels on active job sites, and commercial fishing vessels. Enforcement will be through civil penalties, with fines escalating for repeat offenses, and potential remedies including vessel removal. The ordinance also amends Section 8CC-10 to update the schedule of civil penalties. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded this ordinance to the Board of County Commissioners with a favorable recommendation.
- Board:
- Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-14
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation
RELATING TO BOATS AND WATERWAYS
The document is a legislative item for an ordinance relating to boats and waterways in Miami-Dade County, Florida. The ordinance creates Section 7-40.1 of the Code of Miami-Dade County, adopting overnight anchoring regulations, providing exemptions, and providing for enforcement by civil penalty. It also amends Section 8CC-10 to update the schedule of civil penalties. The file status is Withdrawn, with a note to see substitute file 261278. The ordinance was introduced on 5/14/2026, adopted on first reading on 6/2/2026, and withdrawn on 7/14/2026. The prime sponsor is Vicki L. Lopez, with co-sponsor Sen. Rene Garcia. The ordinance applies to the incorporated and unincorporated areas of Miami-Dade County, including Biscayne Bay. The restriction makes it unlawful for any vessel to be anchored for 1 hour or more between one-half hour after sunset and one-half hour before sunrise for more than 30 days in any 6-month period, excluding time anchored overnight within a marked mooring field or for permitted marine construction. Exemptions include vessels owned or operated by a governmental entity, construction or dredging vessels on an active job site, and commercial fishing vessels actively engaged in commercial fishing. Civil penalties are $500 for first offense, $1,000 for second offense within five years, and $2,500 for third or subsequent offense within five years. The ordinance becomes effective ten days after enactment unless vetoed by the County Mayor. The document does not state a specific street address, parcel, acreage, or number of units. The document does not state any public comment or stakeholder sentiment.
- Board:
- Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-14
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Withdrawn
RELATING TO BOATS AND WATERWAYS
Miami-Dade County ordinance creating Section 7-40.1 of the County Code to regulate overnight anchoring of vessels in incorporated and unincorporated areas, including Biscayne Bay. The ordinance prohibits any vessel from being anchored for 1 hour or more between one-half hour after sunset and one-half hour before sunrise for more than 30 days in any 6-month period, with exemptions for government vessels, construction/dredging vessels on active job sites, and commercial fishing vessels actively engaged in commercial fishing. Enforcement is by civil penalty under Chapter 8CC, with penalties of $500 for first offense, $1,000 for second offense within five years, and $2,500 for third or subsequent offense within five years. The ordinance also amends Section 8CC-10 to update the schedule of civil penalties. The item was forwarded to the Board of County Commissioners with a favorable recommendation following a public hearing. No specific address, parcel, acreage, or project size is stated. No public comment sentiment is stated in the document.
- Board:
- Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-14
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation following a public hearing
RELATING TO BOATS AND WATERWAYS
Miami-Dade County is enacting new regulations for overnight anchoring of vessels in Biscayne Bay and other county waters. The ordinance creates Section 7-40.1 of the Code of Miami-Dade County, establishing restrictions on anchoring for more than 30 days in any 6-month period between sunset and sunrise, with specific exemptions for governmental entities, construction/dredging vessels on active job sites, and commercial fishing vessels. Enforcement will be through civil penalties, with fines escalating for repeat offenses, and potential remedies including vessel removal. The ordinance amends Section 8CC-10 to include the new penalties. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded this ordinance to the Board of County Commissioners with a favorable recommendation. Commissioner Regalado requested the ordinance be placed on the October 21, 2026 BCC agenda. The ordinance is a substitute to File No. 260878 and is estimated to require 4-6 weeks for processing.
- Board:
- Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-14
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation
RELATING TO BOATS AND WATERWAYS
The document is a legislative item for an ordinance relating to boats and waterways in Miami-Dade County, Florida. It was introduced on 5/14/2026, adopted on first reading on 6/2/2026, and withdrawn on 7/14/2026. The ordinance creates Section 7-40.1 of the Code of Miami-Dade County, adopting overnight anchoring regulations, providing exemptions, and amending Section 8CC-10 to update the schedule of civil penalties. The ordinance applies to the incorporated and unincorporated areas of Miami-Dade County. The file number is 260878. The prime sponsor is Vicki L. Lopez, with co-sponsor Sen. Rene Garcia. The ordinance was withdrawn and a substitute is referenced as Legislative File No. 261278. No specific street address, parcel, acreage, or number of units is stated. The document does not describe a specific development project, site, or construction action. It is a regulatory ordinance. Public comment sentiment is not stated in the document.
- Board:
- Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-14
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Withdrawn
RELATING TO BOATS AND WATERWAYS
The document is a legislative item for an ordinance relating to boats and waterways in Miami-Dade County, Florida. It was introduced on 5/14/2026, adopted on first reading on 6/2/2026, and withdrawn on 7/14/2026. The ordinance creates Section 7-40.1 of the Code of Miami-Dade County, adopting overnight anchoring regulations, providing exemptions, and amending Section 8CC-10 to update the schedule of civil penalties. The ordinance applies to the incorporated and unincorporated areas of Miami-Dade County. The prime sponsor is Vicki L. Lopez, with co-sponsor Sen. Rene Garcia. The file number is 260878. The ordinance was withdrawn and a substitute is referenced as Legislative File No. 261278. The document does not state a specific street address, parcel, acreage, or number of units. The zoning or use change is not stated. The decision is withdrawn. Key dates: introduced 5/14/2026, adopted on first reading 6/2/2026, withdrawn 7/14/2026. The business opportunity is not stated. The document does not contain public comment or stakeholder sentiment.
- Board:
- Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-14
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Withdrawn
- Applicant:
- Vicki L. Lopez, Prime Sponsor; Sen. Rene Garcia, Co-Sponsor
RELATING TO BOATS AND WATERWAYS
The document is a legislative item for an ordinance relating to boats and waterways in Miami-Dade County, Florida. It creates Section 7-40.1 of the Code, adopting overnight anchoring regulations. The ordinance makes it unlawful for any vessel to be anchored for 1 hour or more between one-half hour after sunset and one-half hour before sunrise for more than 30 days in any 6-month period, excluding time within a marked mooring field or for permitted marine construction. Exemptions include vessels owned or operated by a governmental entity, construction or dredging vessels on an active job site, and commercial fishing vessels actively engaged in commercial fishing. Enforcement is by civil penalty under chapter 8CC and remedies under section 1-5. The schedule of civil penalties is amended to add a $500.00 penalty for the first offense, $1,000.00 for a second offense within five years, and $2,500.00 for a third or subsequent offense within five years. The ordinance applies to both incorporated and unincorporated areas. It was introduced on 7/9/2026, and the agenda date is 10/20/2026. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded it to the BCC with a favorable recommendation following a public hearing on 7/14/2026. The prime sponsor is Vicki L. Lopez. The file number is 261278. The document does not state a specific address, parcel, acreage, or number of units.
- Board:
- Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-14
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Forwarded to the Board of County Commissioners with a favorable recommendation following a public hearing by the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee on 7/14/2026. The document is at Second Reading status, with an agenda date of 10/20/2026.
- Applicant:
- Vicki L. Lopez, Prime Sponsor
RELATING TO BOATS AND WATERWAYS
Miami-Dade County is enacting new regulations for overnight anchoring of vessels in both incorporated and unincorporated areas. The ordinance creates Section 7-40.1 of the Code of Miami-Dade County, Florida, prohibiting vessels from anchoring for more than 30 days in any 6-month period between one-half hour after sunset and one-half hour before sunrise, with specific exemptions for governmental entities, construction/dredging vessels on active job sites, and commercial fishing vessels. Enforcement will be through civil penalties, with fines escalating for repeat offenses. The ordinance also amends Section 8CC-10 to update the schedule of civil penalties. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded this item to the Board of County Commissioners with a favorable recommendation.
- Board:
- Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-14
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation following a public hearing (Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee); Pending BCC Assignment
- Applicant:
- Vicki L. Lopez, Prime Sponsor; Sen. Rene Garcia, Co-Sponsor
RELATING TO BOATS AND WATERWAYS
Miami-Dade County is enacting new regulations for overnight anchoring of vessels in Biscayne Bay and other county waters. The ordinance, File Number 261278, creates Section 7-40.1 of the Code of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to restrict vessels from anchoring for more than 30 days in any 6-month period between sunset and sunrise, with specific exemptions for governmental entities, construction/dredging vessels on active job sites, and commercial fishing vessels. Enforcement will be through civil penalties, with fines escalating for repeat offenses. The ordinance also amends Section 8CC-10 to update the schedule of civil penalties. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded this ordinance to the Board of County Commissioners with a favorable recommendation. Commissioner Regalado requested this ordinance be placed on the October 21, 2026 BCC agenda. The ordinance is a substitute to File No. 260878 and is expected to take 4-6 weeks to process. Public comment details are not stated in this document.
- Board:
- Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-14
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation
RELATING TO BOATS AND WATERWAYS
The document is a legislative item for an ordinance relating to boats and waterways in Miami-Dade County, Florida. It was introduced on 5/14/2026, adopted on first reading on 6/2/2026, and withdrawn on 7/14/2026. The ordinance would create Section 7-40.1 of the Code of Miami-Dade County to restrict overnight anchoring of vessels for more than 30 days in any 6-month period, with exemptions for governmental vessels, construction/dredging vessels on active job sites, and commercial fishing vessels actively engaged in commercial fishing. It also amends Section 8CC-10 to add civil penalties for violations: $500 for first offense, $1,000 for second offense within five years, and $2,500 for third or subsequent offense within five years. The ordinance applies to both incorporated and unincorporated areas of Miami-Dade County. The document does not state a specific address, parcel, acreage, or number of units. The applicant/developer/owner is not stated; the sponsors are Vicki L. Lopez (Prime Sponsor) and Sen. Rene Garcia (Co-Sponsor). The case/file number is 260878. The decision is withdrawn, with key dates of introduction on 5/14/2026, first reading adoption on 6/2/2026, and withdrawal on 7/14/2026. The document does not state any public comment or stakeholder sentiment.
- Board:
- Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-14
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Withdrawn
RELATING TO BOATS AND WATERWAYS
The document is a legislative item for an ordinance relating to boats and waterways in Miami-Dade County, Florida. It was introduced on 5/14/2026, adopted on first reading on 6/2/2026, and withdrawn on 7/14/2026. The ordinance creates Section 7-40.1 of the Code of Miami-Dade County, adopting overnight anchoring regulations, providing exemptions, and amending Section 8CC-10 to update civil penalties. The ordinance applies to incorporated and unincorporated areas of Miami-Dade County. The prime sponsor is Vicki L. Lopez, with co-sponsor Sen. Rene Garcia. The file number is 260878. The ordinance prohibits any vessel from being anchored for 1 hour or more between one-half hour after sunset and one-half hour before sunrise for more than 30 days in any 6-month period, excluding time anchored within a marked mooring field or for permitted marine construction. Exemptions include vessels owned or operated by a governmental entity, construction or dredging vessels on an active job site, and commercial fishing vessels actively engaged in commercial fishing. Civil penalties are $500 for first offense, $1,000 for second offense within five years, and $2,500 for third or subsequent offense within five years. The ordinance becomes effective ten days after enactment unless vetoed. The document does not state a specific street address, parcel, acreage, or number of units. It does not state any public comment or stakeholder sentiment.
- Board:
- Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-14
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Withdrawn
RELATING TO BOATS AND WATERWAYS
The document is a legislative item for an ordinance relating to boats and waterways in Miami-Dade County, Florida. It creates Section 7-40.1 of the Code to restrict overnight anchoring of vessels for more than 30 days in any 6-month period, with exemptions for governmental vessels, construction/dredging vessels on active job sites, and commercial fishing vessels. It also amends Section 8CC-10 to add civil penalties for violations: $500 for first offense, $1,000 for second offense within five years, and $2,500 for third or subsequent offense within five years. The ordinance applies to both incorporated and unincorporated areas. The item was introduced on 7/9/2026, received a favorable recommendation from the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee on 7/14/2026 following a public hearing, and is scheduled for a second reading at the Board of County Commissioners on 10/20/2026. The prime sponsor is Vicki L. Lopez. The file number is 261278. The document does not state a specific address, parcel, acreage, or number of units.
- Board:
- Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-14
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation following a public hearing
RELATING TO BOATS AND WATERWAYS
This is a legislative item for an ordinance relating to boats and waterways in Miami-Dade County, Florida. The ordinance creates Section 7-40.1 of the Code, adopting overnight anchoring regulations. It makes it unlawful for any vessel to be anchored for 1 hour or more between one-half hour after sunset and one-half hour before sunrise for more than 30 days in any 6-month period, excluding time within a marked mooring field or for permitted marine construction. Exemptions include vessels owned or operated by a governmental entity, construction or dredging vessels on an active job site, and commercial fishing vessels actively engaged in commercial fishing. The ordinance provides for enforcement by civil penalty, with penalties of $500 for a first offense, $1,000 for a second offense within five years, and $2,500 for a third or subsequent offense within five years. It applies to both incorporated and unincorporated areas. The item was introduced on 7/9/2026, and was forwarded to the Board of County Commissioners with a favorable recommendation following a public hearing on 7/14/2026. The agenda date is 10/20/2026. The prime sponsor is Vicki L. Lopez. The file number is 261278. The ordinance is a substitute to file number 260878. The document does not state a specific address, parcel, acreage, or number of units.
- Board:
- Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-14
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation following a public hearing
RELATING TO BOATS AND WATERWAYS
This is a legislative item for an ordinance relating to boats and waterways in Miami-Dade County, Florida. It creates Section 7-40.1 of the Code, adopting overnight anchoring regulations. The ordinance makes it unlawful for any vessel to be anchored for 1 hour or more between one-half hour after sunset and one-half hour before sunrise for more than 30 days in any 6-month period, excluding time within a marked mooring field or for permitted marine construction. It provides exemptions for government vessels, construction/dredging vessels on active job sites, and commercial fishing vessels. It amends Section 8CC-10 to add civil penalties for violations: $500 for first offense, $1,000 for second offense within five years, and $2,500 for third or subsequent offense within five years. The ordinance applies to both incorporated and unincorporated areas. It was introduced on 7/9/2026, received a favorable recommendation from the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee on 7/14/2026 following a public hearing, and is scheduled for a second reading on the BCC agenda on 10/20/2026. The prime sponsor is Vicki L. Lopez. The file number is 261278. It is a substitute to file number 260878. The effective date is ten days after enactment unless vetoed. No specific street address, parcel, acreage, or project size is stated. No public comment sentiment is stated in the document.
- Board:
- Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-14
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation following a public hearing; pending second reading on 10/20/2026
- Applicant:
- Vicki L. Lopez, Prime Sponsor
RELATING TO BOATS AND WATERWAYS
The document is a legislative item for an ordinance relating to boats and waterways in Miami-Dade County, Florida. It was introduced on 5/14/2026, adopted on first reading on 6/2/2026, and withdrawn on 7/14/2026. The ordinance creates Section 7-40.1 of the Code of Miami-Dade County, adopting overnight anchoring regulations, and amends Section 8CC-10 to update the schedule of civil penalties. The file number is 260878, and a substitute is Legislative File No. 261278. The prime sponsor is Vicki L. Lopez, with co-sponsor Sen. Rene Garcia. The ordinance applies to the incorporated and unincorporated areas of Miami-Dade County. It restricts any vessel from being anchored for 1 hour or more between one-half hour after sunset and one-half hour before sunrise for more than 30 days in any 6-month period, with exemptions for governmental vessels, construction or dredging vessels on active job sites, and commercial fishing vessels actively engaged in commercial fishing. Civil penalties are set at $500 for first offense, $1,000 for second offense within five years, and $2,500 for third or subsequent offense within five years. The document does not state a specific street address, parcel, acreage, or number of units. No public comment or stakeholder sentiment is stated in the document.
- Board:
- Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-14
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Withdrawn
RELATING TO BOATS AND WATERWAYS
Miami-Dade County is enacting new regulations for overnight anchoring of vessels in both incorporated and unincorporated areas. The ordinance creates Section 7-40.1 of the Code of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to restrict vessels from anchoring for more than 30 days in any 6-month period between one-half hour after sunset and one-half hour before sunrise, with specific exemptions for governmental entities, construction/dredging vessels on active sites, and commercial fishing vessels. Enforcement will be through civil penalties, with fines escalating for repeat offenses, and potential remedies including vessel removal. The ordinance also amends Section 8CC-10 to update the schedule of civil penalties. This action is enabled by recent changes in Florida Statutes allowing local governments to regulate anchoring.
- Board:
- Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-14
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation following a public hearing (Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee). Ordinance status is 'Second Reading' and 'Pending BCC Assignment'.
- Applicant:
- Vicki L. Lopez, Prime Sponsor
RELATING TO BOATS AND WATERWAYS
This is a legislative matter, an ordinance relating to boats and waterways in Miami-Dade County, creating Section 7-40.1 of the Code to adopt overnight anchoring regulations. The ordinance was introduced on 7/9/2026, and on 7/14/2026 the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded it to the BCC with a favorable recommendation following a public hearing. The agenda date is 10/20/2026. The ordinance restricts anchoring a vessel for 1 hour or more between one-half hour after sunset and one-half hour before sunrise for more than 30 days in any 6-month period, with exemptions for government vessels, construction/dredging vessels on active job sites, and commercial fishing vessels. Civil penalties are set at $500 for first offense, $1,000 for second offense within five years, and $2,500 for third or subsequent offense within five years. The ordinance applies to both incorporated and unincorporated areas of Miami-Dade County. No specific street address, parcel, acreage, or project size is stated. The applicant/developer/owner is not stated; the prime sponsor is Vicki L. Lopez. The case/file number is 261278. The decision is a favorable recommendation from the committee, with a final action pending at the BCC. Key dates include introduction on 7/9/2026, committee action on 7/14/2026, and agenda date of 10/20/2026. The business opportunity is for contractors and trades involved in marine construction, installation, or maintenance work, as vessels anchored overnight for such permitted work are exempt from the new restriction. The grounding note is that the document is a legislative item, not a development project application.
- Board:
- Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-14
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation following a public hearing on 7/14/2026; final action pending at BCC on agenda date 10/20/2026
RELATING TO BOATS AND WATERWAYS
The document is a legislative item for an ordinance relating to boats and waterways in Miami-Dade County, Florida. It was introduced on 5/14/2026, adopted on first reading on 6/2/2026, and withdrawn on 7/14/2026. The ordinance would create Section 7-40.1 of the Code of Miami-Dade County to restrict overnight anchoring of vessels for more than 30 days in any 6-month period, with exemptions for governmental vessels, construction or dredging vessels on active job sites, and commercial fishing vessels actively engaged in commercial fishing. It would also amend Section 8CC-10 to add civil penalties for violations: $500 for first offense, $1,000 for second offense within five years, and $2,500 for third or subsequent offense within five years. The ordinance applies to both incorporated and unincorporated areas. The prime sponsor is Vicki L. Lopez, with co-sponsor Sen. Rene Garcia. The file number is 260878. The status is withdrawn, with a substitute file number 261278 referenced. No specific street address, parcel, acreage, or project size is stated. No public comment or stakeholder sentiment is stated.
- Board:
- Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-14
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Withdrawn
RELATING TO BOATS AND WATERWAYS
Miami-Dade County is enacting new regulations for overnight anchoring of vessels in both incorporated and unincorporated areas. The ordinance creates Section 7-40.1 of the Code of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to restrict vessels from anchoring for more than 30 days in any 6-month period between one-half hour after sunset and one-half hour before sunrise, with specific exemptions for governmental entities, construction/dredging vessels on active job sites, and commercial fishing vessels. Enforcement will be through civil penalties, with fines escalating for repeat offenses, and potential remedies including vessel removal. The ordinance amends Section 8CC-10 to update the schedule of civil penalties. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded this item to the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) with a favorable recommendation following a public hearing. Commissioner Regalado requested the item be placed on the October 21, 2026 BCC agenda. The ordinance is a substitute to File No. 260878 and is expected to take 4-6 weeks to process.
- Board:
- Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-14
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee.
RELATING TO BOATS AND WATERWAYS
Miami-Dade County is enacting new regulations for overnight anchoring of vessels in both incorporated and unincorporated areas. The ordinance creates Section 7-40.1 of the Code of Miami-Dade County, prohibiting vessels from anchoring for more than 30 days in any 6-month period between one-half hour after sunset and one-half hour before sunrise, with specific exemptions for governmental, construction, dredging, and commercial fishing vessels. Enforcement will be through civil penalties, with fines escalating for repeat offenses. The ordinance was forwarded to the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) with a favorable recommendation following a public hearing by the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee. Commissioner Regalado requested the item be placed on the October 21, 2026 BCC agenda. The ordinance aims to address issues of navigation, public safety, and environmental impact caused by prolonged anchoring.
- Board:
- Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-14
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation
RELATING TO BOATS AND WATERWAYS
This is a legislative item for an ordinance relating to boats and waterways in Miami-Dade County, Florida. It creates Section 7-40.1 of the Code to restrict overnight anchoring of vessels for more than 30 days in any 6-month period, with exemptions for government vessels, construction/dredging vessels on active job sites, and commercial fishing vessels. It also amends Section 8CC-10 to add civil penalties for violations: $500 for first offense, $1,000 for second offense within five years, and $2,500 for third or subsequent offense within five years. The ordinance was introduced on 7/9/2026, received a favorable recommendation from the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee on 7/14/2026 following a public hearing, and is scheduled for a second reading at the Board of County Commissioners on 10/20/2026. The prime sponsor is Vicki L. Lopez. The document does not specify a particular project site, address, parcel, acreage, or applicant. The public hearing was held, but the document does not state any specific public comments or stakeholder sentiment.
- Board:
- Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-14
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation following a public hearing
RELATING TO BOATS AND WATERWAYS
The document is a legislative item for an ordinance relating to boats and waterways in Miami-Dade County, Florida. It was introduced on 5/14/2026, adopted on first reading on 6/2/2026, and withdrawn on 7/14/2026. The ordinance would create Section 7-40.1 of the Code, adopting overnight anchoring regulations, and amend Section 8CC-10 to update the schedule of civil penalties. The ordinance applies to the incorporated and unincorporated areas of Miami-Dade County. The prime sponsor is Vicki L. Lopez, with Sen. Rene Garcia as co-sponsor. The file number is 260878. The document states no specific street address, parcel, acreage, or number of units. The decision was withdrawn, with a substitute referenced as Legislative File No. 261278. The ordinance would make it unlawful for any vessel to be anchored for 1 hour or more between one-half hour after sunset and one-half hour before sunrise for more than 30 days in any 6-month period, with exemptions for government vessels, construction or dredging vessels on active job sites, and commercial fishing vessels actively engaged in commercial fishing. Civil penalties are set at $500 for first offense, $1,000 for second offense within five years, and $2,500 for third or subsequent offense within five years. The document does not state any public comment or stakeholder sentiment.
- Board:
- Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-14
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Withdrawn
- Applicant:
- Vicki L. Lopez, Prime Sponsor; Sen. Rene Garcia, Co-Sponsor
RELATING TO BOATS AND WATERWAYS
Miami-Dade County legislative item File Number 261278 is an ordinance relating to boats and waterways, creating Section 7-40.1 of the Code of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to adopt overnight anchoring regulations. The ordinance makes it unlawful for any vessel to be anchored for 1 hour or more between one-half hour after sunset and one-half hour before sunrise for more than 30 days in any 6-month period, excluding time anchored within a marked mooring field or for permitted marine construction, installation, or maintenance work. Exemptions include vessels owned or operated by a governmental entity, construction or dredging vessels on an active job site, and commercial fishing vessels actively engaged in commercial fishing. Enforcement is by civil penalty under chapter 8CC and remedies under section 1-5, with a courtesy warning notice required before penalty issuance. The ordinance amends Section 8CC-10 to add civil penalties for violations of Section 7-40.1: $500 for first offense, $1,000 for second offense within five years, and $2,500 for third or subsequent offense within five years. The ordinance applies to both incorporated and unincorporated areas of Miami-Dade County. It was introduced on 7/9/2026, and the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded it to the BCC with a favorable recommendation following a public hearing on 7/14/2026. The agenda date is 10/20/2026, agenda item number 7. The prime sponsor is Vicki L. Lopez. The ordinance is a substitute to file number 260878. The effective date is ten days after enactment unless vetoed by the County Mayor. No specific street address, parcel, acreage, or project size is stated. No public comment sentiment is stated in the document.
- Board:
- Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-14
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation following a public hearing
RELATING TO BOATS AND WATERWAYS
Miami-Dade County is enacting new regulations for overnight anchoring of vessels in both incorporated and unincorporated areas. The ordinance, File Number 261278, creates Section 7-40.1 of the Code of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to restrict vessels from anchoring for more than 30 days in any 6-month period between sunset and sunrise, with specific exemptions. These exemptions include governmental vessels, construction or dredging vessels on active job sites, and commercial fishing vessels. The ordinance also amends Section 8CC-10 to update the schedule of civil penalties for violations, with penalties ranging from $500 for a first offense to $2,500 for a third or subsequent offense within five years. Enforcement can be carried out by county code inspectors, municipalities (unless they have adopted their own regulations and notified the county), and law enforcement officers. A courtesy warning notice procedure is established prior to penalties. The ordinance stems from increased concerns about navigation, public safety, and environmental impacts from prolonged anchoring in Biscayne Bay and other county waters. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded this item to the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) with a favorable recommendation on 7/14/2026. The BCC agenda date is 10/20/2026.
- Board:
- Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-14
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee.
- Applicant:
- Vicki L. Lopez (Prime Sponsor), Sen. Rene Garcia (Co-Sponsor)
RELATING TO BOATS AND WATERWAYS
The document is a legislative item for an ordinance relating to boats and waterways in Miami-Dade County, Florida. The ordinance creates Section 7-40.1 of the Code of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopting overnight anchoring regulations, providing exemptions, and providing for enforcement by civil penalty and other remedies. It also amends Section 8CC-10 of the Code, updating the schedule of civil penalties. The ordinance was introduced on 7/9/2026, and the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded it to the Board of County Commissioners with a favorable recommendation following a public hearing on 7/14/2026. The agenda date for the Board of County Commissioners is 10/20/2026. The prime sponsor is Vicki L. Lopez. The file number is 261278. The document does not state a specific street address, parcel, or acreage. The ordinance applies to the incorporated and unincorporated areas of Miami-Dade County. The zoning or use change is the adoption of a new county ordinance restricting overnight anchoring of vessels. The decision is a recommendation to forward to the Board of County Commissioners with a favorable recommendation. Public comment was heard, with several individuals speaking in opposition, including Ms. Danielle Chandler, Captain Bert Korpela, Mr. Zakary Wronka, Mr. Michael Maynard, Mr. David Furor, Mr. Colby Uva, and a speaker identified only as Justin. Mayor Rachel Streitfeld of North Bay Village and Mayor Seth Salver of Bal Harbour spoke in support. Commissioner Regalado expressed opposition and requested an exemption for her district. Commissioner McGhee expressed concern about potential homelessness. The committee voted to forward the item to the Board with a request that it be placed on the agenda of the October 20, 2026 Board meeting.
- Board:
- Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-14
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Forwarded to the Board of County Commissioners with a favorable recommendation following a public hearing.
- Applicant:
- Vicki L. Lopez, Prime Sponsor
RELATING TO BOATS AND WATERWAYS
This is a legislative item for an ordinance relating to boats and waterways in Miami-Dade County, Florida. It creates Section 7-40.1 of the Code, adopting overnight anchoring regulations. The ordinance makes it unlawful for any vessel to be anchored for 1 hour or more between one-half hour after sunset and one-half hour before sunrise for more than 30 days in any 6-month period, excluding time anchored within a marked mooring field or for permitted marine construction. It provides exemptions for government vessels, construction/dredging vessels on active job sites, and commercial fishing vessels actively engaged in commercial fishing. It amends Section 8CC-10 to add civil penalties for violations: $500 for first offense, $1,000 for second offense within five years, and $2,500 for third or subsequent offense within five years. The ordinance applies to both incorporated and unincorporated areas. The item was introduced on 7/9/2026, and the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded it to the BCC with a favorable recommendation following a public hearing on 7/14/2026. The agenda date is 10/20/2026. The prime sponsor is Vicki L. Lopez. The file number is 261278. The document does not state a specific address, parcel, acreage, or number of units. It does not state any public comment or stakeholder sentiment.
- Board:
- Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-14
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation following a public hearing
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