MIAMI-DADE BEACON COUNCIL ECONOMIC UPDATE

Aviation and Seaport Committee · 2026-06-08 · legislation

This legislative item, File Number 261013, is a presentation by the Miami-Dade Beacon Council regarding an economic update. The presentation covered the Beacon Council's overview, global economic systems, forces reshaping the global economy, cities as platforms of power, Miami as a global hub, Miami's opportunity to become a top 5 global city, the Beacon's efforts, key new companies and expansions, project pipeline, the Beacon Council Foundation, and how to grow the economy. The President and CEO of the Miami-Dade Beacon Council, Mr. Rodrick T. Miller, presented. Chairwoman Danielle Cohen Higgins inquired about Miami's current global city ranking. Mr. Miller stated Miami is a growing global city, ranking seventh in the US by metropolitan area and thirteenth in economic performance, but has not yet reached the top five tier. The item is currently 'In Committee'.