MIAMI-DADE BEACON COUNCIL ECONOMIC UPDATE

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

This legislative item, File Number 261013, concerns an economic update presented by the Miami-Dade Beacon Council. The presentation covered global economic systems, forces reshaping the economy, cities as platforms of power, Miami's status as a global hub, and strategies for Miami to become a top 5 global city. The CEO of the Beacon Council, Mr. Rodrick T. Miller, presented. Miami is currently ranked as the seventh-largest metropolitan area in the US and 13th in economic performance, and is considered a growing global city but not yet in the top tier. The item is currently 'In Committee' with no final action taken.