Aviation and Seaport Committee: July 2026
Miami-Dade County
AIRBALL SPORTS - AWARD
This legislative item concerns a resolution to authorize the waiver of competitive bidding procedures and award a non-competitive revenue-generating contract, Contract No. BW-10479, for a Lease and Concession Agreement with Airball Sports II, LLC. The agreement is for a Miami Heat-licensed merchandise retail concession at Miami International Airport (MIA) for the Miami-Dade Aviation Department (MDAD). The projected revenue to the County is $17,000,000.00 over an eight-year term with one, two-year option to renew. The contract replaces an existing month-to-month lease. The Aviation and Seaport Committee deferred the item, and the Office of the Chairperson requested a further deferral to no date certain. Public comment is not stated in the document.
- Board:
- Aviation and Seaport Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-13
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Deferral Requested
- Address:
- Miami International Airport (MIA), Concourse D
- Applicant:
- Airball Sports II, LLC
AIRBALL SPORTS - AWARD
This legislative item concerns a resolution to waive competitive bidding procedures and award a non-competitive revenue-generating contract, Contract No. BW-10479, for a Lease and Concession Agreement with Airball Sports II, LLC. The agreement is for a Miami Heat-licensed merchandise retail concession at Miami International Airport (MIA) for the Miami-Dade Aviation Department (MDAD). The projected revenue to the County is $17,000,000.00 over an eight-year term with one, two-year option to renew. The contract replaces an existing month-to-month lease. The item was introduced on 4/13/2026 and an agenda date was set for 9/1/2026. The Aviation and Seaport Committee deferred the item on 5/11/2026, and a deferral to no date certain was requested by Commissioner Cohen-Higgins on 7/9/2026. Market research indicated no other vendors are authorized to operate a Miami Heat-licensed retail store at MIA, justifying the bid waiver.
- Board:
- Aviation and Seaport Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-13
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Deferral Requested
- Address:
- Miami International Airport (MIA), Concourse D
- Applicant:
- Airball Sports II, LLC
AIRBALL SPORTS - AWARD
This legislative item concerns a resolution to waive competitive bidding procedures and award a non-competitive revenue-generating contract, Contract No. BW-10479, for a Miami Heat-licensed merchandise retail concession at Miami International Airport (MIA) to Airball Sports II, LLC. The contract is for an eight-year term with one two-year option to renew, projected to generate $17,000,000.00 in revenue for the Miami-Dade Aviation Department. The item was deferred by the Aviation and Seaport Committee on July 13, 2026, at the request of Commissioner Cohen-Higgins for no date certain, and previously on May 11, 2026. The contract replaces an existing month-to-month lease and ensures continuity of operations for this unique, locally-branded retail concept.
- Board:
- Aviation and Seaport Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-13
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Deferred
- Address:
- Miami International Airport, Concourse D
- Applicant:
- Airball Sports II, LLC
AIRBALL SPORTS - AWARD
This legislative item concerns a resolution to waive competitive bidding procedures and award a non-competitive revenue-generating contract, Contract No. BW-10479, for a Miami Heat-licensed merchandise retail concession at Miami International Airport (MIA) to Airball Sports II, LLC. The contract is for an eight-year term with one, two-year option to renew, with projected revenues of $17,000,000.00 for the Miami-Dade Aviation Department. The item was deferred by the Aviation and Seaport Committee on July 13, 2026, and previously on May 11, 2026, with a request for deferral to no date certain. The concessionaire, Airball Sports II, LLC, holds exclusive rights to operate a Miami Heat franchise retail store at MIA and will be responsible for financing, operating, and maintaining the store in Concourse D. The proposed contract replaces an existing month-to-month lease. Public comment is not stated in this document. During a previous meeting, Chairwoman Cohen Higgins inquired about the airport's concessionaire program and the status of prospective businesses bidding on new airport spaces. Mr. Cutie provided an update on the concession area refurbishment, noting that implementation work would not be complete in time for the World Cup but was progressing well.
- Board:
- Aviation and Seaport Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-13
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Deferred
- Address:
- Miami International Airport, Concourse D
- Applicant:
- Airball Sports II, LLC
AIRBALL SPORTS - AWARD
This legislative item concerns the proposed award of a non-competitive revenue-generating contract, Contract No. BW-10479, for a Miami Heat-licensed merchandise retail concession at Miami International Airport (MIA) to Airball Sports II, LLC. The contract is for an eight-year term with a two-year option to renew, projected to generate $17,000,000.00 in revenue for the Miami-Dade Aviation Department. The waiver of competitive bidding procedures is recommended due to Airball Sports II, LLC holding exclusive rights to operate a Miami Heat franchise retail store at MIA. The item was introduced on 4/13/2026 and an agenda date of 9/1/2026 was set. A deferral was requested on 7/9/2026 by Commissioner Danielle Cohen Higgins to no date certain. The Aviation and Seaport Committee deferred the item on 5/11/2026.
- Board:
- Aviation and Seaport Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-13
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Deferral Requested
- Address:
- Miami International Airport, Concourse D
- Applicant:
- Airball Sports II, LLC
AIRBALL SPORTS - AWARD
This legislative item concerns a resolution to waive competitive bidding procedures and award a non-competitive revenue-generating contract, Contract No. BW-10479, for a Miami Heat-licensed merchandise retail concession at Miami International Airport (MIA) to Airball Sports II, LLC. The agreement is for an eight-year term with a one, two-year option to renew, with projected revenues of $17,000,000.00 for the Miami-Dade Aviation Department. The contract requires Airball to finance, operate, and maintain the retail concession in Concourse D, ensuring compliance with MDAD standards and providing exceptional customer service. The waiver of competitive bidding is recommended because Airball holds exclusive rights to operate a Miami Heat franchise retail store at MIA. The item was deferred by the Aviation and Seaport Committee and a deferral was requested to no date certain by Commissioner Cohen-Higgins.
- Board:
- Aviation and Seaport Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-13
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Deferral Requested
- Address:
- Miami International Airport, Concourse D
- Applicant:
- Airball Sports II, LLC
AIRBALL SPORTS - AWARD
This legislative item concerns a resolution to waive competitive bidding procedures and award a non-competitive revenue-generating contract, Contract No. BW-10479, for a Miami Heat-licensed merchandise retail concession at Miami International Airport (MIA) to Airball Sports II, LLC. The contract is for an eight-year term with one, two-year option to renew, projected to generate $17,000,000.00 in revenue for the Miami-Dade Aviation Department. The item was deferred by the Aviation and Seaport Committee on July 13, 2026, with a request for deferral to no date certain. Previously, it was deferred on May 11, 2026. During a prior discussion on May 11, 2026, Commissioner Cohen-Higgins inquired about the airport's concessionaire program, and Mr. Cutie provided an update on the implementation phase of concession area design and refurbishment, noting that some areas were slightly behind schedule but expected to recover. He also mentioned negotiations with a pool of 45 firms for future spaces. Airball Sports II, LLC is the sole vendor authorized to operate a Miami Heat franchise retail store at MIA, offering a full range of licensed merchandise year-round.
- Board:
- Aviation and Seaport Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-13
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Deferred
- Address:
- Miami International Airport, Concourse D
- Applicant:
- Airball Sports II, LLC
AIRBALL SPORTS - AWARD
This legislative item concerns a resolution to waive competitive bidding procedures and award a non-competitive revenue-generating contract, Contract No. BW-10479, for a Miami Heat-licensed merchandise retail concession at Miami International Airport (MIA). The agreement is with Airball Sports II, LLC for an eight-year term with a two-year option to renew, projected to generate $17,000,000.00 in revenue for the Miami-Dade Aviation Department. The contract was deferred by the Aviation and Seaport Committee on July 13, 2026, and previously on May 11, 2026. Commissioner Cohen-Higgins requested the most recent deferral to no date certain. During a prior meeting, discussions involved the airport's concessionaire program and refurbishment phases, with progress noted on design and construction of retail spaces.
- Board:
- Aviation and Seaport Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-13
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Deferred
- Address:
- Miami International Airport, Concourse D
- Applicant:
- Airball Sports II, LLC
AIRBALL SPORTS - AWARD
This legislative item concerns a resolution to waive competitive bidding procedures and award a non-competitive revenue-generating contract, Contract No. BW-10479, for a Miami Heat-licensed merchandise retail concession at Miami International Airport (MIA) to Airball Sports II, LLC. The contract is for an eight-year term with one two-year option to renew, projected to generate $17,000,000.00 in revenue for the Miami-Dade Aviation Department. The item was introduced on 4/13/2026 and has been deferred twice by the Aviation and Seaport Committee, most recently to no date certain at the request of Commissioner Cohen-Higgins. The purpose is to allow Airball Sports II, LLC to continue operating a state-of-the-art retail concession in Concourse D, which holds exclusive rights for a Miami Heat franchise retail store at MIA. Market research indicated no other vendors are authorized to operate such a store. The item was deferred to allow for further discussion regarding the airport's concessionaire program and the status of prospective businesses.
- Board:
- Aviation and Seaport Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-13
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Deferred
- Address:
- Miami International Airport, Concourse D
- Applicant:
- Airball Sports II, LLC
AIRBALL SPORTS - AWARD
This legislative item concerns a resolution to waive competitive bidding procedures and award a non-competitive revenue-generating contract, Contract No. BW-10479, for a Miami Heat-licensed merchandise retail concession at Miami International Airport (MIA). The contract is proposed for Airball Sports II, LLC, with projected revenues of $17,000,000.00 over an eight-year term with one two-year option to renew. The Aviation and Seaport Committee has deferred this item twice, most recently to no date certain at the request of Commissioner Cohen-Higgins. The proposed contract aims to replace an existing month-to-month lease and is recommended due to Airball Sports II, LLC holding exclusive rights to operate a Miami Heat franchise retail store at MIA. Public comment is not detailed in this document, but the deferral suggests ongoing discussion or review.
- Board:
- Aviation and Seaport Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-13
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Deferred
- Address:
- Miami International Airport (MIA), Concourse D
- Applicant:
- Airball Sports II, LLC
AIRBALL SPORTS - AWARD
This legislative item concerns the proposed award of a non-competitive revenue-generating contract, Contract No. BW-10479, for a Miami Heat-licensed merchandise retail concession at Miami International Airport (MIA) to Airball Sports II, LLC. The contract is for an eight-year term with a two-year option to renew, with projected revenues of $17,000,000.00 for the Miami-Dade Aviation Department. The item was deferred by the Aviation and Seaport Committee on July 13, 2026, and previously on May 11, 2026, with a request for deferral to no date certain. The deferral was requested by Commissioner Cohen-Higgins. During a previous meeting, the committee discussed the airport's concessionaire program and the progress of design and refurbishment of concession spaces. Airball Sports II, LLC is the sole vendor authorized to operate a Miami Heat franchise retail store at MIA, holding exclusive rights for this specific merchandise. The contract requires Airball to pay the greater of 10% of gross revenues or the prevailing Class VI Terminal rental rate. The Living Wage Ordinance applies to this contract.
- Board:
- Aviation and Seaport Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-13
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Deferred
- Address:
- Miami International Airport, Concourse D
- Applicant:
- Airball Sports II, LLC
AIRBALL SPORTS - AWARD
This legislative item concerns a resolution authorizing the waiver of competitive bidding procedures to award a non-competitive revenue-generating contract, Contract No. BW-10479, for a Miami Heat-licensed merchandise retail concession at Miami International Airport (MIA). The contract is to be awarded to Airball Sports II, LLC for an eight-year term with one two-year option to renew, with projected revenues of $17,000,000.00 for the Miami-Dade Aviation Department. The item was deferred by the Aviation and Seaport Committee on July 13, 2026, and previously on May 11, 2026, with a request for deferral to no date certain. The concessionaire, Airball Sports II, LLC, holds exclusive rights to operate a Miami Heat franchise retail store at MIA and will be responsible for financing, operating, and maintaining the retail concession in Concourse D. Market research did not identify other vendors authorized to operate a Miami Heat-licensed retail store. The projected revenue to the County is $13,600,000 for the initial eight-year term, potentially reaching $17,000,000 if the renewal option is exercised. This agreement replaces an existing month-to-month lease.
- Board:
- Aviation and Seaport Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-13
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Deferred
- Address:
- Miami International Airport, Concourse D
- Applicant:
- Airball Sports II, LLC
AIRBALL SPORTS - AWARD
This legislative item concerns a resolution to waive competitive bidding procedures and award a non-competitive revenue-generating contract, Contract No. BW-10479, for a Miami Heat-licensed merchandise retail concession at Miami International Airport (MIA) to Airball Sports II, LLC. The contract is for an eight-year term with one, two-year option to renew, projected to generate $17,000,000.00 in revenue for the Miami-Dade Aviation Department. The item was deferred by the Aviation and Seaport Committee on July 13, 2026, and previously on May 11, 2026, with a request for deferral to no date certain. The deferral on May 11, 2026, was prompted by a request for a status update on the airport's concessionaire program. Public comment is not stated in the provided text.
- Board:
- Aviation and Seaport Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-13
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Deferred
- Address:
- Miami International Airport, Concourse D
- Applicant:
- Airball Sports II, LLC
AIRBALL SPORTS - AWARD
This legislative item concerns a resolution to waive competitive bidding procedures and award a non-competitive revenue-generating contract, Contract No. BW-10479, for a Miami Heat-licensed merchandise retail concession at Miami International Airport (MIA) to Airball Sports II, LLC. The contract is for an eight-year term with one two-year option to renew, with projected revenues of $17,000,000.00 for the Miami-Dade Aviation Department. The item was deferred by the Aviation and Seaport Committee on July 13, 2026, and previously on May 11, 2026, with a request for deferral to no date certain. The proposed contract replaces an existing month-to-month lease. Airball Sports II, LLC holds exclusive rights to operate a Miami Heat franchise retail store at MIA. The store is located in Concourse D and offers a full assortment of Miami Heat-licensed merchandise. Market research did not identify other vendors authorized to operate such a store. The Living Wage Ordinance applies to this contract.
- Board:
- Aviation and Seaport Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-13
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Deferred
- Address:
- Miami International Airport, Concourse D
- Applicant:
- Airball Sports II, LLC
AIRBALL SPORTS - AWARD
This legislative item concerns a resolution to waive competitive bidding procedures and award a non-competitive revenue-generating contract, Contract No. BW-10479, for a Miami Heat-licensed merchandise retail concession at Miami International Airport (MIA) to Airball Sports II, LLC. The agreement is for an eight-year term with one, two-year option to renew, projected to generate $17,000,000.00 in revenue for the Miami-Dade Aviation Department. The contract will replace an existing month-to-month lease. The item was introduced on 4/13/2026 and had an agenda date of 9/1/2026. The Aviation and Seaport Committee deferred the item on 5/11/2026, and a deferral to no date certain was requested on 7/9/2026. The waiver of competitive bidding is recommended because Airball Sports II, LLC holds the exclusive rights to operate a Miami Heat franchise retail store at MIA. Public comment is not stated in this document.
- Board:
- Aviation and Seaport Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-13
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Deferral Requested
- Address:
- Miami International Airport (MIA), Concourse D
- Applicant:
- Airball Sports II, LLC
AIRBALL SPORTS - AWARD
This legislative item concerns a resolution to waive competitive bidding procedures and award a non-competitive revenue-generating contract, Contract No. BW-10479, for a Miami Heat-licensed merchandise retail concession at Miami International Airport (MIA) to Airball Sports II, LLC. The contract is for an eight-year term with one two-year option to renew, with projected revenues of $17,000,000.00 for the Miami-Dade Aviation Department. The item was deferred by the Aviation and Seaport Committee on July 13, 2026, and previously on May 11, 2026, with a request for deferral to no date certain. The concessionaire, Airball Sports II, LLC, holds exclusive rights to operate a Miami Heat franchise retail store at MIA and will be responsible for financing, operating, and maintaining the retail concession in Concourse D. This agreement replaces an existing month-to-month lease. Market research did not identify other vendors authorized to operate a Miami Heat-licensed retail store.
- Board:
- Aviation and Seaport Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-13
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Deferred
- Address:
- Miami International Airport, Concourse D
- Applicant:
- Airball Sports II, LLC
AIRBALL SPORTS - AWARD
Miami-Dade Aviation Department (MDAD) is seeking to award a non-competitive revenue-generating contract, Contract No. BW-10479, to Airball Sports II, LLC for a Miami Heat-licensed merchandise retail concession at Miami International Airport (MIA), Concourse D. The proposed agreement is for an eight-year term with one, two-year option to renew, projected to generate $17,000,000.00 in revenue for the County. This contract replaces an existing month-to-month lease. The Aviation and Seaport Committee has deferred this item twice, most recently to no date certain, at the request of Commissioner Cohen-Higgins. During a previous deferral discussion, the committee received an update on the airport's concessionaire program, noting that implementation of design and refurbishment for concession areas was underway, with some areas slightly behind schedule but expected to recover. The department was also negotiating a pool of 45 firms for future solicitations. Public comment is not stated in this document.
- Board:
- Aviation and Seaport Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-13
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Deferred
- Address:
- Miami International Airport, Concourse D
- Applicant:
- Airball Sports II, LLC
AIRBALL SPORTS - AWARD
This legislative item concerns a resolution to waive competitive bidding procedures and award a non-competitive revenue-generating contract, Contract No. BW-10479, for a Miami Heat-licensed merchandise retail concession at Miami International Airport (MIA) to Airball Sports II, LLC. The contract is for an eight-year term with one two-year option to renew, with projected revenues of $17,000,000.00 for the Miami-Dade Aviation Department. The item was deferred by the Aviation and Seaport Committee on July 13, 2026, and previously on May 11, 2026, with a request for deferral to no date certain. The concessionaire, Airball Sports II, LLC, holds exclusive rights to operate a Miami Heat franchise retail store at MIA and will be responsible for financing, operating, and maintaining the retail concession in Concourse D. This agreement replaces an existing month-to-month lease. Market research indicated no other vendors are authorized to operate a Miami Heat-licensed retail store at MIA.
- Board:
- Aviation and Seaport Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-13
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Deferred
- Address:
- Miami International Airport, Concourse D
- Applicant:
- Airball Sports II, LLC
AIRBALL SPORTS - AWARD
This legislative item concerns a resolution to waive competitive bidding procedures and award a non-competitive revenue-generating contract, Contract No. BW-10479, for a Miami Heat-licensed merchandise retail concession at Miami International Airport (MIA) to Airball Sports II, LLC. The contract is for an eight-year term with one two-year option to renew, with projected revenues of $17,000,000.00 for the Miami-Dade Aviation Department. The item was deferred by the Aviation and Seaport Committee on July 13, 2026, and previously on May 11, 2026. The deferral on July 13, 2026, was at the request of Commissioner Cohen-Higgins to no date certain. The Aviation and Seaport Committee previously deferred the item on May 11, 2026, to June 8, 2026. During the May 11 meeting, Chairwoman Cohen Higgins inquired about the airport's concessionaire program, and Mr. Cutie provided an update on the implementation of a 15-year extension for concession areas, noting that design and refurbishment were underway and expected to progress through phases, with some areas slightly behind schedule but expected to recover. He also mentioned negotiations with a pool of 45 firms for future spaces. The proposed contract replaces an existing month-to-month lease and ensures the continuity of the Miami Heat retail store, which holds exclusive rights for this type of concession at MIA. Market research did not identify other vendors authorized to operate a Miami Heat-licensed retail store. The Living Wage Ordinance applies.
- Board:
- Aviation and Seaport Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-13
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Deferred
- Address:
- Miami International Airport, Concourse D
- Applicant:
- Airball Sports II, LLC
AIRBALL SPORTS - AWARD
This legislative item concerns a resolution to waive competitive bidding procedures and award a non-competitive revenue-generating contract, Contract No. BW-10479, for a Miami Heat-licensed merchandise retail concession at Miami International Airport (MIA) to Airball Sports II, LLC. The projected revenue is $17,000,000.00 over an eight-year term with a one, two-year option to renew. The Aviation and Seaport Committee has deferred this item twice, most recently to no date certain. The proposed contract replaces an existing month-to-month lease and requires Airball to finance, operate, and maintain a state-of-the-art retail concession in Concourse D. Market research indicated no other vendors are authorized to operate a Miami Heat-licensed retail store at MIA. Public comment is not stated in this document. During a committee meeting, a discussion occurred regarding the airport's concessionaire program and the implementation phase of design and refurbishment of concession areas.
- Board:
- Aviation and Seaport Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-13
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Deferred
- Address:
- Miami International Airport, Concourse D
- Applicant:
- Airball Sports II, LLC
AIRBALL SPORTS - AWARD
This legislative item concerns a resolution to waive competitive bidding procedures and award a non-competitive revenue-generating contract, Contract No. BW-10479, for a Miami Heat-licensed merchandise retail concession at Miami International Airport (MIA) to Airball Sports II, LLC. The contract is for an eight-year term with one two-year option to renew, with projected revenues of $17,000,000.00 for the Miami-Dade Aviation Department. The item was deferred by the Aviation and Seaport Committee on July 13, 2026, and previously on May 11, 2026. Commissioner Danielle Cohen Higgins requested the deferral to no date certain. The concessionaire, Airball Sports II, LLC, holds exclusive rights to operate a Miami Heat franchise retail store at MIA and will be responsible for financing, operating, and maintaining the retail concession in Concourse D. The agreement replaces an existing month-to-month lease. Market research indicated no other vendors are authorized to operate a Miami Heat-licensed retail store at MIA. The Living Wage Ordinance applies to this contract.
- Board:
- Aviation and Seaport Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-13
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Deferred
- Address:
- Miami International Airport, Concourse D
- Applicant:
- Airball Sports II, LLC
AIRBALL SPORTS - AWARD
This legislative item concerns a resolution to waive competitive bidding procedures and award a non-competitive revenue-generating contract, Contract No. BW-10479, for a Miami Heat-licensed merchandise retail concession at Miami International Airport (MIA) to Airball Sports II, LLC. The contract is for an eight-year term with one two-year option to renew, projected to generate $17,000,000.00 in revenue for the Miami-Dade Aviation Department. The item was deferred by the Aviation and Seaport Committee on July 13, 2026, at the request of Commissioner Cohen-Higgins for no date certain. Previously, it was deferred on May 11, 2026. The contract replaces an existing month-to-month lease and ensures continuity of operations for the unique, locally-branded retail concept.
- Board:
- Aviation and Seaport Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-13
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Deferred
- Address:
- Miami International Airport, Concourse D
- Applicant:
- Airball Sports II, LLC
AIRBALL SPORTS - AWARD
This legislative item concerns a resolution to waive competitive bidding procedures and award a non-competitive revenue-generating contract, Contract No. BW-10479, for a Miami Heat-licensed merchandise retail concession at Miami International Airport (MIA) to Airball Sports II, LLC. The agreement is for an eight-year term with a two-year option to renew, projected to generate $17,000,000.00 in revenue for the Miami-Dade Aviation Department. The contract requires Airball to finance, operate, and maintain a state-of-the-art retail concession in Concourse D. The item was deferred by the Aviation and Seaport Committee on July 13, 2026, and previously on May 11, 2026, with a request for deferral to no date certain. During a previous meeting, Commissioner Cohen-Higgins inquired about the airport's concessionaire program, and Mr. Cutie provided an update on the implementation phase of concession area design and refurbishment, noting that some areas were slightly behind schedule but expected to recover. He also mentioned negotiations with a pool of 45 firms for future spaces. Airball Sports II, LLC is the sole vendor authorized to operate a Miami Heat franchise retail store at MIA.
- Board:
- Aviation and Seaport Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-13
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Deferred
- Address:
- Miami International Airport, Concourse D
- Applicant:
- Airball Sports II, LLC
AIRBALL SPORTS - AWARD
This legislative item concerns a resolution to waive competitive bidding procedures and award a non-competitive revenue-generating contract, Contract No. BW-10479, for a Miami Heat-licensed merchandise retail concession at Miami International Airport (MIA) to Airball Sports II, LLC. The contract is for an eight-year term with one two-year option to renew, with projected revenues of $17,000,000.00 for the Miami-Dade Aviation Department. The item was deferred by the Aviation and Seaport Committee on July 13, 2026, and previously on May 11, 2026. Commissioner Danielle Cohen Higgins requested the deferral to no date certain. The concessionaire, Airball Sports II, LLC, holds exclusive rights to operate a Miami Heat franchise retail store at MIA and will be responsible for financing, operating, and maintaining the retail concession in Concourse D. Market research did not identify other vendors authorized to operate a Miami Heat-licensed retail store. The current contract requires a 10% of gross revenues fee, an increase from the previous 8% fee.
- Board:
- Aviation and Seaport Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-13
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Deferred
- Address:
- Miami International Airport (MIA), Concourse D
- Applicant:
- Airball Sports II, LLC
AIRBALL SPORTS - AWARD
This legislative item concerns a resolution to waive competitive bidding procedures and award a non-competitive revenue-generating contract, Contract No. BW-10479, for a Miami Heat-licensed merchandise retail concession at Miami International Airport (MIA) to Airball Sports II, LLC. The contract is for an eight-year term with one two-year option to renew, projected to generate $17,000,000.00 in revenue for the Miami-Dade Aviation Department. The item was deferred by the Aviation and Seaport Committee on July 13, 2026, at the request of Commissioner Cohen-Higgins, with no specific date set for reconsideration. During a prior meeting on May 11, 2026, the committee deferred the item to June 8, 2026, and Chairwoman Cohen Higgins inquired about the airport's concessionaire program. Mr. Cutie reported on the progress of airport concession area design and refurbishment, noting that implementation work would not be complete for the World Cup but was progressing well. He also mentioned ongoing negotiations with a pool of 45 firms for future spaces. Airball Sports II, LLC is the sole vendor authorized to operate a Miami Heat franchise retail store at MIA, holding exclusive rights and offering a full range of licensed merchandise year-round. The proposed contract replaces an existing month-to-month lease and requires Airball to pay the greater of 10% of gross revenues or the prevailing Class VI Terminal rental rate.
- Board:
- Aviation and Seaport Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-13
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Deferred
- Address:
- Miami International Airport (MIA), Concourse D
- Applicant:
- Airball Sports II, LLC
AIRBALL SPORTS - AWARD
This legislative item concerns a resolution to waive competitive bidding procedures and award a non-competitive revenue-generating contract, Contract No. BW-10479, for a Lease and Concession Agreement with Airball Sports II, LLC. The agreement is for a Miami Heat-licensed merchandise retail concession at Miami International Airport (MIA) in Concourse D, operated by the Miami-Dade Aviation Department (MDAD). The projected revenue for the County is $17,000,000.00 over an eight-year term with one, two-year option to renew. The contract requires Airball Sports II, LLC to finance, operate, and maintain the retail concession, paying the County the greater of 10% of gross revenues or the prevailing Class VI Terminal rental rate. This agreement replaces an existing month-to-month lease. The Aviation and Seaport Committee deferred the item, and a deferral to no date certain was requested by Commissioner Cohen-Higgins. Market research indicated no other vendors are authorized to operate a Miami Heat-licensed retail store at MIA, justifying the bid waiver. The Living Wage Ordinance applies.
- Board:
- Aviation and Seaport Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-13
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Deferral Requested
- Address:
- Miami International Airport, Concourse D
- Applicant:
- Airball Sports II, LLC
AIRBALL SPORTS - AWARD
This legislative item concerns a resolution to waive competitive bidding procedures and award a non-competitive revenue-generating contract, Contract No. BW-10479, for a Miami Heat-licensed merchandise retail concession at Miami International Airport (MIA) to Airball Sports II, LLC. The contract is for an eight-year term with one two-year option to renew, with projected revenues of $17,000,000.00 for the Miami-Dade Aviation Department. The item was deferred by the Aviation and Seaport Committee on July 13, 2026, and previously on May 11, 2026. Commissioner Danielle Cohen Higgins requested the deferral to no date certain. The concessionaire, Airball Sports II, LLC, holds exclusive rights to operate a Miami Heat franchise retail store at MIA and will be responsible for financing, operating, and maintaining the retail concession in Concourse D. The agreement replaces an existing month-to-month lease. Market research indicated no other vendors are authorized to operate a Miami Heat-licensed retail store at MIA. The Living Wage Ordinance applies to this contract.
- Board:
- Aviation and Seaport Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-13
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Deferred
- Address:
- Miami International Airport, Concourse D
- Applicant:
- Airball Sports II, LLC
AIRBALL SPORTS - AWARD
This legislative item concerns a resolution to waive competitive bidding procedures and award a non-competitive revenue-generating contract, Contract No. BW-10479, for a Miami Heat-licensed merchandise retail concession at Miami International Airport (MIA) to Airball Sports II, LLC. The contract is for an eight-year term with one two-year option to renew, projected to generate $17,000,000.00 in revenue for the Miami-Dade Aviation Department. The item was deferred by the Aviation and Seaport Committee on July 13, 2026, at the request of Commissioner Cohen-Higgins, with no specific date set for reconsideration. During a prior meeting on May 11, 2026, the committee deferred the item to June 8, 2026, and Chairwoman Cohen Higgins inquired about the airport's concessionaire program. Mr. Cutie provided an update on the implementation of a 15-year extension for concession areas, noting that design and refurbishment were underway and expected to be completed in phases, with some areas slightly behind schedule but expected to recover. He also mentioned ongoing negotiations for marketplace concessions and service contracts, and the negotiation of a pool of 45 firms for future solicitations. The proposed contract replaces an existing month-to-month lease and ensures the continuity of the Miami Heat retail store, which holds exclusive rights for this type of concession at MIA.
- Board:
- Aviation and Seaport Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-13
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Deferred
- Address:
- Miami International Airport (MIA), Concourse D
- Applicant:
- Airball Sports II, LLC
AIRBALL SPORTS - AWARD
This legislative item concerns a resolution to waive competitive bidding procedures and award a non-competitive revenue-generating contract, Contract No. BW-10479, for a Miami Heat-licensed merchandise retail concession at Miami International Airport (MIA). The agreement is with Airball Sports II, LLC, for an eight-year term with a two-year option to renew, projected to generate $17,000,000.00 in revenue for the Miami-Dade Aviation Department. The contract will replace an existing month-to-month lease. The item was deferred by the Aviation and Seaport Committee on July 13, 2026, and previously on May 11, 2026, with a request for deferral to no date certain. During a prior meeting, discussions involved the airport's concessionaire program and the implementation phase of refurbishing concession spaces.
- Board:
- Aviation and Seaport Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-13
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Deferred
- Address:
- Miami International Airport, Concourse D
- Applicant:
- Airball Sports II, LLC
AIRBALL SPORTS - AWARD
This legislative item concerns a resolution to waive competitive bidding procedures and award a non-competitive revenue-generating contract, Contract No. BW-10479, for a Lease and Concession Agreement with Airball Sports II, LLC. The agreement is for a Miami Heat-licensed merchandise retail concession at Miami International Airport (MIA) for the Miami-Dade Aviation Department (MDAD). The projected revenue to the County over an eight-year term with one two-year option to renew is $17,000,000.00. The contract replaces an existing month-to-month lease. The Aviation and Seaport Committee deferred the item, and a deferral to no date certain was requested by Commissioner Cohen-Higgins. The item was introduced on 4/13/2026 and had an Agenda Date of 9/1/2026.
- Board:
- Aviation and Seaport Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-13
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Deferral Requested
- Address:
- Miami International Airport (MIA), Concourse D
- Applicant:
- Airball Sports II, LLC
AIRBALL SPORTS - AWARD
This legislative item concerns a resolution to waive competitive bidding procedures and award a non-competitive revenue-generating contract, Contract No. BW-10479, for a Lease and Concession Agreement with Airball Sports II, LLC. The agreement is for a Miami Heat-licensed merchandise retail concession at Miami International Airport (MIA) for the Miami-Dade Aviation Department. The projected revenue to the County is $17,000,000.00 over an eight-year term with one, two-year option to renew. The item was introduced on 4/13/2026 and an agenda date was set for 9/1/2026. The Aviation and Seaport Committee deferred the item on 5/11/2026, and a deferral to no date certain was requested by Commissioner Cohen-Higgins on 7/9/2026. The contract replaces an existing month-to-month lease. Airball Sports II, LLC is the sole vendor authorized to operate a Miami Heat franchise retail store at MIA.
- Board:
- Aviation and Seaport Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-13
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Deferral Requested
- Address:
- Miami International Airport (MIA), Concourse D
- Applicant:
- Airball Sports II, LLC
AMEND DRIVER REQUIREMENTS UNDER AMBASSADOR CAB PROGRAM
Miami-Dade County is amending its ordinance related to for-hire motor vehicles, specifically the Ambassador Cab Program. The changes revise provisions for the temporary and permanent removal of chauffeurs, update eligibility requirements, and establish conditions under which removed chauffeurs can regain eligibility to re-apply. The ordinance aims to improve driver retention, recognizing its importance to tourism. Key changes include increasing the allowable number of moving violations in the preceding year from two to three before ineligibility, and changing permanent removal to suspension for specific offenses like failure to use established rates or refusal to transport a passenger. Chauffeurs removed for these offenses may re-apply after one year if they complete a training program. The ordinance was adopted on first reading by the Board of County Commissioners on 6/2/2026 and forwarded with a favorable recommendation by the Aviation and Seaport Committee on 7/13/2026.
- Board:
- Aviation and Seaport Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-13
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Adopted on first reading; Forwarded to BCC with favorable recommendation as corrected.
- Applicant:
- Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners
AMEND DRIVER REQUIREMENTS UNDER AMBASSADOR CAB PROGRAM
This ordinance amends Miami-Dade County Code Sections 31-83 and 31-304 concerning the Ambassador Cab Program. It revises provisions for the temporary and permanent removal of chauffeurs, modifies eligibility requirements, and outlines conditions under which removed chauffeurs can re-apply. The changes aim to improve driver retention, recognizing its importance to tourism. Specifically, it increases the allowable number of traffic violations in the preceding year from two to three before a chauffeur is deemed ineligible, and changes permanent removal to suspension for offenses like failure to use established rates or refusal to transport a passenger. Chauffeurs removed for these offenses may regain eligibility after one year if they complete a training program. The ordinance was adopted on first reading by the Board of County Commissioners on 6/2/2026 and forwarded with a favorable recommendation by the Aviation and Seaport Committee on 7/13/2026.
- Board:
- Aviation and Seaport Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-13
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Adopted on first reading; Forwarded with favorable recommendation
- Applicant:
- Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners (Sponsor: Marleine Bastien)
AMEND DRIVER REQUIREMENTS UNDER AMBASSADOR CAB PROGRAM
Miami-Dade County is amending its code related to the Ambassador Cab Program. The ordinance revises provisions for the temporary and permanent removal of chauffeurs, modifies eligibility requirements, and outlines conditions for regaining eligibility after removal. Key changes include increasing the allowable traffic violations in the preceding year from two to three, and specifying that chauffeurs removed for failure to use established rates or refusal to transport a passenger can reapply after one year if they complete a training program. The ordinance aims to improve driver retention.
- Board:
- Aviation and Seaport Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-13
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Adopted on first reading
- Applicant:
- Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners
AMEND DRIVER REQUIREMENTS UNDER AMBASSADOR CAB PROGRAM
Miami-Dade County is amending its ordinance regarding the Ambassador Cab Program. The changes revise provisions for the temporary and permanent removal of chauffeurs, update eligibility requirements, and establish conditions for regaining eligibility after removal. Specifically, the ordinance increases the allowable number of violations in the preceding year from two to three before a chauffeur is deemed ineligible. It also changes permanent removal to a suspension for certain offenses like failure to use established rates or refusal to transport a passenger. Chauffeurs permanently removed under the old rules may reapply after one year if they complete a training program. The ordinance aims to improve driver retention.
- Board:
- Aviation and Seaport Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-13
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Adopted on first reading; Forwarded to the BCC with a favorable recommendation as corrected following a public hearing.
AMEND DRIVER REQUIREMENTS UNDER AMBASSADOR CAB PROGRAM
Miami-Dade County is amending its ordinance regarding for-hire motor vehicles, specifically the Ambassador Cab Program. The changes revise provisions for the temporary and permanent removal of chauffeurs, update eligibility requirements, and establish conditions for regaining eligibility after removal. The ordinance aims to improve driver retention by eliminating overly punitive conditions. The Aviation and Seaport Committee recommended the ordinance to the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) with a favorable recommendation as corrected. The BCC adopted the ordinance on first reading. The ordinance is related to driver requirements for cabs operating at Miami International Airport and the Port of Miami.
- Board:
- Aviation and Seaport Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-13
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Adopted on first reading; Forwarded to the BCC with a favorable recommendation as corrected following a public hearing.
AMEND DRIVER REQUIREMENTS UNDER AMBASSADOR CAB PROGRAM
This ordinance amends Miami-Dade County Code Sections 31-83 and 31-304 concerning the Ambassador Cab Program. It revises provisions for the temporary and permanent removal of chauffeurs, modifies eligibility requirements, and outlines conditions under which removed chauffeurs can re-apply. Key changes include increasing the allowable number of moving violations in the preceding year from two to three before a chauffeur is deemed ineligible, and changing permanent removal to suspension for specific offenses like failure to use established rates or refusal to transport a passenger. Chauffeurs removed permanently for these offenses may regain eligibility after one year if they complete a training program. The ordinance aims to improve driver retention.
- Board:
- Aviation and Seaport Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-13
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Adopted on first reading by the Board of County Commissioners on 6/2/2026. Forwarded to the BCC with a favorable recommendation as corrected by the Aviation and Seaport Committee on 7/13/2026. Pending BCC Assignment.
- Applicant:
- Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners (Sponsor: Marleine Bastien)
AMEND DRIVER REQUIREMENTS UNDER AMBASSADOR CAB PROGRAM
This ordinance, File Number 252077, amends Miami-Dade County Code Sections 31-83 and 31-304 concerning the Ambassador Cab Program. It revises provisions for the temporary and permanent removal of chauffeurs, modifies eligibility requirements, and outlines conditions for regaining eligibility after removal. The changes aim to improve driver retention. The ordinance passed first reading on June 2, 2026, and was forwarded to the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) with a favorable recommendation as corrected on July 13, 2026. A second reading is pending BCC assignment. The ordinance revises the number of violations leading to suspension from two to three in the preceding year and changes permanent removal for failure to use established rates or refusal to transport a passenger to a deemed ineligible status, allowing for re-application after one year if training requirements are met. Public comment is not stated in this document.
- Board:
- Aviation and Seaport Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-13
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Adopted on first reading; Forwarded to BCC with favorable recommendation as corrected; Second Reading pending BCC Assignment
- Applicant:
- Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners (as legislative body)
AMEND DRIVER REQUIREMENTS UNDER AMBASSADOR CAB PROGRAM
This ordinance, File Number 252077, amends Miami-Dade County Code Sections 31-83 and 31-304 concerning the Ambassador Cab Program. It revises provisions for the temporary and permanent removal of chauffeurs, modifies eligibility requirements, and outlines conditions under which removed chauffeurs can re-apply. The changes aim to improve driver retention. The ordinance was adopted on first reading by the Board of County Commissioners on 6/2/2026 and forwarded with a favorable recommendation by the Aviation and Seaport Committee on 7/13/2026. A second reading is pending BCC assignment.
- Board:
- Aviation and Seaport Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-13
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Adopted on first reading, forwarded with favorable recommendation
- Applicant:
- Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners (as legislative body), Marleine Bastien (Prime Sponsor)
AMEND DRIVER REQUIREMENTS UNDER AMBASSADOR CAB PROGRAM
This ordinance amends Miami-Dade County Code Sections 31-83 and 31-304 concerning the Ambassador Cab Program. It revises provisions for temporary and permanent removal of chauffeurs, modifies eligibility requirements, and outlines conditions for regaining eligibility after removal. The changes aim to improve driver retention, which is recognized as important for tourism. Specifically, the ordinance increases the allowable number of traffic violations in the preceding year from two to three before a chauffeur is deemed ineligible, and it changes the status from permanent removal to suspension for offenses like failure to use established rates or refusal to transport a passenger. Chauffeurs removed for these offenses may regain eligibility after one year if they complete a training program. The ordinance was adopted on first reading by the Board of County Commissioners on 6/2/2026 and forwarded with a favorable recommendation as corrected by the Aviation and Seaport Committee on 7/13/2026. It is pending BCC assignment.
- Board:
- Aviation and Seaport Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-13
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Adopted on first reading; Forwarded to BCC with favorable recommendation as corrected.
- Applicant:
- Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners (Sponsor: Marleine Bastien)
AMEND DRIVER REQUIREMENTS UNDER AMBASSADOR CAB PROGRAM
Miami-Dade County is amending its ordinance related to for-hire motor vehicles, specifically the Ambassador Cab Program. The changes revise provisions for the temporary and permanent removal of chauffeurs, update eligibility requirements, and outline conditions under which removed chauffeurs can reapply. The ordinance aims to improve driver retention by eliminating overly punitive conditions. The Aviation and Seaport Committee recommended forwarding the ordinance to the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) with a favorable recommendation after a public hearing on July 13, 2026. The BCC adopted the ordinance on first reading on June 2, 2026. Key amendments include increasing the allowable number of traffic violations in the preceding year from two to three before ineligibility, changing 'removed' to 'suspended' for certain offenses like failure to use established rates or refusal to transport a passenger, and changing 'permanently removed' to 'deemed ineligible' for more severe offenses. Chauffeurs deemed ineligible may regain eligibility after one year if they re-enroll and complete the required training program. The ordinance was introduced on October 16, 2025, and has an effective date 10 days after enactment.
- Board:
- Aviation and Seaport Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-13
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Adopted on first reading by the Board of County Commissioners; Forwarded to the BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Aviation and Seaport Committee.
- Applicant:
- NONE (Requester)
AMEND DRIVER REQUIREMENTS UNDER AMBASSADOR CAB PROGRAM
Miami-Dade County is amending ordinance 14-09 concerning the Ambassador Cab Program. The changes revise provisions for the temporary and permanent removal of chauffeurs, update eligibility requirements, and establish conditions for removed chauffeurs to regain eligibility. The ordinance aims to improve driver retention, recognizing its importance to tourism. Key changes include increasing the allowable number of moving violations in the preceding year from two to three, and changing permanent removal to suspension for specific offenses like failure to use established rates or refusal to transport a passenger. Chauffeurs removed for these offenses may reapply after one year if they complete a training program. The ordinance was adopted on first reading by the Board of County Commissioners on 6/2/2026 and forwarded with a favorable recommendation by the Aviation and Seaport Committee on 7/13/2026.
- Board:
- Aviation and Seaport Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-13
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Adopted on first reading; Forwarded to BCC with favorable recommendation as corrected.
- Applicant:
- Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners
AMEND DRIVER REQUIREMENTS UNDER AMBASSADOR CAB PROGRAM
Miami-Dade County is amending its ordinance regarding the Ambassador Cab Program. The changes revise provisions for the temporary and permanent removal of chauffeurs, update eligibility requirements, and outline conditions under which removed chauffeurs can regain eligibility. Specifically, the ordinance increases the allowable number of violations in the preceding year from two to three before a chauffeur is deemed ineligible, changes permanent removal to a suspension for failure to use established rates or refusal to transport a passenger, and allows chauffeurs permanently removed under specific conditions to reapply after one year if they complete a training program. The ordinance passed first reading on June 2, 2026, was forwarded with a favorable recommendation as corrected by the Aviation and Seaport Committee on July 13, 2026, and is pending BCC assignment.
- Board:
- Aviation and Seaport Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-13
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Adopted on first reading; Forwarded to the BCC with a favorable recommendation as corrected.
AMEND DRIVER REQUIREMENTS UNDER AMBASSADOR CAB PROGRAM
Miami-Dade County is amending its code related to the Ambassador Cab Program for for-hire motor vehicles. The ordinance revises provisions for the temporary and permanent removal of chauffeurs, modifies eligibility requirements, and outlines conditions under which removed chauffeurs can reapply. Key changes include increasing the allowable guilty findings for violations in the preceding year from two to three, and changing permanent removal to a suspension for specific offenses like failure to use established rates or refusal to transport a passenger. Chauffeurs permanently removed under previous rules may regain eligibility after one year if they re-enroll and complete a training program. The ordinance aims to improve driver retention and support tourism.
- Board:
- Aviation and Seaport Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-13
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Adopted on first reading
- Applicant:
- Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners
AMEND DRIVER REQUIREMENTS UNDER AMBASSADOR CAB PROGRAM
This ordinance amends Miami-Dade County Code Sections 31-83 and 31-304 concerning the Ambassador Cab Program. It revises provisions for the temporary and permanent removal of chauffeurs, modifies eligibility requirements, and outlines conditions under which removed chauffeurs can re-apply. Key changes include increasing the allowable number of traffic violations in the preceding year from two to three before ineligibility, and changing permanent removal to suspension for specific offenses like failure to use established rates or refusal to transport a passenger. Chauffeurs removed for these offenses may regain eligibility after one year, provided they complete a training program. The ordinance aims to improve driver retention, which is recognized as important for tourism.
- Board:
- Aviation and Seaport Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-13
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Adopted on first reading by the Board of County Commissioners; forwarded to the BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Aviation and Seaport Committee.
- Applicant:
- Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners (as legislative body), Marleine Bastien (Prime Sponsor)
AMEND DRIVER REQUIREMENTS UNDER AMBASSADOR CAB PROGRAM
Miami-Dade County is amending its ordinance regarding the Ambassador Cab Program. The changes revise provisions for the temporary and permanent removal of chauffeurs, update eligibility requirements, and establish conditions for regaining eligibility after removal. Specifically, the ordinance increases the allowable number of violations in the preceding year from two to three before a chauffeur is deemed ineligible, changes permanent removal for specific offenses (failure to use established rates or refusal to transport a passenger) to a suspension, and allows chauffeurs removed under these conditions to re-apply after one year if they complete a training program. The ordinance aims to improve driver retention.
- Board:
- Aviation and Seaport Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-13
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Adopted on first reading; Forwarded to the BCC with a favorable recommendation as corrected following a public hearing.
- Applicant:
- Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners
AMEND DRIVER REQUIREMENTS UNDER AMBASSADOR CAB PROGRAM
This ordinance amends Miami-Dade County Code Sections 31-83 and 31-304, revising provisions for the Ambassador Cab Program. It alters conditions for temporary and permanent removal of chauffeurs, revises eligibility requirements, and outlines how removed chauffeurs can regain eligibility. The changes aim to improve driver retention, recognizing its importance to tourism. Specifically, it modifies the number of violations leading to ineligibility from two to three in the preceding year and changes permanent removal for failure to use rates or refusal to transport to suspension. Chauffeurs removed for these reasons can reapply after one year if they complete a training program. The ordinance passed first reading on 6/2/2026 and was forwarded with a favorable recommendation on 7/13/2026.
- Board:
- Aviation and Seaport Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-13
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Adopted on first reading; Forwarded to BCC with favorable recommendation as corrected.
- Applicant:
- Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners (Sponsor: Marleine Bastien)
AMEND DRIVER REQUIREMENTS UNDER AMBASSADOR CAB PROGRAM
This legislative matter concerns an ordinance amending driver requirements under the Ambassador Cab Program in Miami-Dade County. The proposed changes revise provisions for the temporary and permanent removal of chauffeurs, update eligibility requirements, and establish conditions for regaining eligibility after removal. Specifically, the ordinance modifies sections 31-83 and 31-304 of the Miami-Dade County Code. Key changes include increasing the allowable number of violations for temporary suspension from two to three within a preceding one-year period, and altering the conditions for permanent removal. Chauffeurs removed for specific violations (failure to use established rates or refusal to transport a passenger) may regain eligibility after one year, provided they complete a training program. The ordinance was introduced on 10/16/2025, adopted on first reading by the Board of County Commissioners on 6/2/2026, and was scheduled for a public hearing before the Aviation and Seaport Committee on 7/13/2026. The stated intent is to improve driver retention, recognizing its importance to tourism.
- Board:
- Aviation and Seaport Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-13
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Adopted on first reading
AMEND DRIVER REQUIREMENTS UNDER AMBASSADOR CAB PROGRAM
Miami-Dade County is amending its ordinance related to the Ambassador Cab Program for for-hire motor vehicles. The changes revise provisions for the temporary and permanent removal of chauffeurs, update eligibility requirements, and establish conditions under which removed chauffeurs can regain eligibility to re-apply. The ordinance aims to improve driver retention by eliminating overly punitive conditions. The Board of County Commissioners adopted the ordinance on first reading on June 2, 2026. A public hearing is scheduled for July 13, 2026.
- Board:
- Aviation and Seaport Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-13
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Adopted on first reading
- Applicant:
- Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners
AMEND DRIVER REQUIREMENTS UNDER AMBASSADOR CAB PROGRAM
This ordinance revises provisions for the Ambassador Cab Program in Miami-Dade County, Florida. It amends sections 31-83 and 31-304 of the Code of Miami-Dade County to adjust eligibility requirements and conditions for temporary and permanent removal of chauffeurs. Key changes include increasing the allowable number of violations in the preceding year from two to three before a chauffeur is deemed ineligible, and modifying the conditions under which chauffeurs removed for failure to use established rates or refusal to transport a passenger can regain eligibility. Specifically, chauffeurs permanently removed can re-apply after one year if they complete a training program. The ordinance aims to improve driver retention. The Aviation and Seaport Committee recommended the ordinance favorably with corrections, and it was adopted on first reading by the Board of County Commissioners.
- Board:
- Aviation and Seaport Committee
- Date:
- 2026-07-13
- Type:
- Ordinance
- Decision:
- Adopted on first reading; Forwarded to the BCC with a favorable recommendation as corrected following a public hearing.
- Applicant:
- Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners (Sponsor: Marleine Bastien)
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