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-Dade County's 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 size and thirteenth in economic performance, but has not yet reached the top five tier. The item is currently 'In Committee' with no final action taken.