EXCHANGE PROPERTY BETWEEN COUNTY AND THE SOUTH FLORIDA

Board of County Commissioners · 2026-07-21 · resolution

Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners (BCC) is considering a resolution to approve an exchange agreement with the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD). The county will convey 3.889 acres of county-owned land, bounded by SW 26 Street, SW 28 Street, SW 173 Avenue, and SW 172 Court, to SFWMD. In exchange, the county will receive five fee simple parcels from SFWMD, totaling 1.318 acres, located along the west right-of-way of SW 157th Avenue between SW 42nd Street and SW 26th Street. This exchange is necessary for the county's roadway improvements to SW 157th Avenue, which include widening the road to four lanes, adding medians, sidewalks, storm drainage, and lighting. Both parties have elected not to reserve mineral rights. The Infrastructure, Innovation & Technology Committee forwarded this item to the BCC with a favorable recommendation. The total project cost for design, construction, and right-of-way acquisition is estimated at $26,593,000, funded by impact fees, general funds, and a state grant. The value of the exchanged parcels is equivalent, with both sides valued at $175,000.00.