Board of County Commissioners: July 2026
Miami-Dade County
OUTSOURCING OR SELLING COUNTY DEBT
The document is a report on the feasibility of outsourcing or selling County debt, not a construction or development project. It was accepted by the Board of County Commissioners on 7/21/2026. The report identifies approximately $525 million in outstanding County debt as of 7/29/2025, of which almost $41 million gross (8%) could be considered for sale to third-party collection agencies or receivables buyers. The report recommends the Board consider the sale of a portion, not its totality, of the outstanding debt portfolio. The report is in response to Resolution R-785-25, sponsored by Commissioner Danielle Cohen Higgins, and adopted by the Board on 7/16/2025. The report includes an analysis of debt types and amounts, potential buyers and market, and estimated recovery rates and financial implications. The report notes that the other 92% is not recommended for sale due to compliance components, HIPAA data protection, and potential legal risks under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA). The report also notes that the County has previous experience with awarding contracts to Outside Collections Agencies in 2003, with a pool of contractors including Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson LLP, Alliance One Receivables Management, Inc., Professional Bureau of Collections of Maryland, Inc., Collectco, Inc., and Penn Credit Corp. The report states that the sale of debt may provide short term cash flow but would sever access to historical and real-time data, undermining the County's ability to support constituents directly. The report also states that CCS has almost $17 million average annual collections on recurring balance. The report was introduced on 6/15/2026, and the final action was on 7/21/2026. The document does not state a specific street address, parcel, acreage, or number of units. The document does not state any public comment or stakeholder sentiment.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Report
- Decision:
- Accepted
- Applicant:
- Daniella Levine Cava, Mayor
OUTSOURCING OR SELLING COUNTY DEBT
This is a legislative report on the feasibility of outsourcing or selling County debt, not a development project. The report recommends the Board consider selling a portion of the outstanding debt portfolio, identifying almost $41 million gross (8%) of the $525 million outstanding debt as of July 29, 2025, that could be considered for sale. The report was accepted by the Board of County Commissioners on July 21, 2026. No specific project, site, or address is described.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Report
- Decision:
- Accepted
OUTSOURCING OR SELLING COUNTY DEBT
Miami-Dade County is considering the feasibility of outsourcing or selling a portion of its outstanding debt, specifically identifying approximately $41 million gross (8%) of the total $525 million outstanding debt as potentially suitable for sale to third-party collection agencies or receivables buyers. The report, initiated by Resolution R-785-25, analyzes the types of debt, potential buyers, and financial implications. The County's Internal Compliance Department's Credit and Collection Section (CCS) recommends selling only a portion of the debt to generate cash flow, with specific criteria to minimize risk. Debts with compliance components, such as citations requiring further action, and those involving sensitive personal data (HIPAA concerns) or requiring direct constituent assistance (e.g., mortgage relief programs), are not recommended for sale. The report notes that the County has prior experience with outside collection agencies, listing several firms that were part of a 2003 Request for Approval. Legal analysis indicates Florida law generally permits the assignment of liens, but cautions about potential exposure to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) and Florida Consumer Collection Practices Act (FCCPA) when assigning debt to private collectors. The sale could impact departmental budgets and funding streams, and sever access to data crucial for constituent support and settlement authority. The report will be presented to the Board of County Commissioners.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Report
- Decision:
- Recommendation to consider the sale of a portion of the outstanding debt portfolio.
- Applicant:
- Mayor Daniella Levine Cava (Requester), Commissioner Danielle Cohen Higgins (Sponsor of Resolution R-785-25)
OUTSOURCING OR SELLING COUNTY DEBT
This is a legislative report, not a development project. It concerns the feasibility of outsourcing or selling County debt, with a staff recommendation to consider selling a portion of the outstanding debt portfolio. The report identifies almost $41 million gross (8%) of the $525 million outstanding debt as of July 29, 2025, that could be considered for sale, but recommends against selling the other 92%. The final action was 'Accepted' by the Board of County Commissioners on July 21, 2026. No specific project, site, or address is described.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Report
- Decision:
- Accepted
OUTSOURCING OR SELLING COUNTY DEBT
This document is a report on the feasibility of outsourcing or selling County debt, not a development project. It contains no address, parcel, acreage, units, or zoning change. The report states that as of July 29, 2025, the outstanding debt for County Departments was about $525 million, and identified almost $41 million gross (8%) that could be considered for sale to third-party collection agencies or receivables buyers. The report recommends the Board consider the sale of a portion, not its totality, of the outstanding debt portfolio. The final action was 'Accepted' on 7/21/2026. The report is in response to Resolution R-785-25, sponsored by Commissioner Danielle Cohen Higgins, adopted on July 16, 2025. The report notes that the other 92% is not recommended for sale due to compliance components, HIPAA data protection, and potential legal risks under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA). It also states that CCS has almost $17 million average annual collections on recurring balance, and that the sale of receivables could jeopardize funding streams for departments and the Clerk of the Court and Comptroller. No public comment or stakeholder sentiment is stated in the document.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Report
- Decision:
- Accepted
OUTSOURCING OR SELLING COUNTY DEBT
The document is a report on the feasibility of outsourcing or selling County debt, not a development project. It recommends the Board consider selling a portion of the outstanding debt portfolio, specifically almost $41 million gross (8%) of the $525 million outstanding debt as of July 29, 2025, to third-party collection agencies or receivables buyers. The report recommends against selling the other 92% due to compliance components, HIPAA data protection, potential legal risks under the FDCPA, and loss of ability to personally assist constituents. The report was accepted by the Board of County Commissioners on 7/21/2026.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Report
- Decision:
- Accepted
PELICAN HARBOR SEABIRD STATION
The document is a Miami-Dade County legislative item, File Number 260783, a Resolution (R-628-26) that was Adopted on 7/21/2026. It approves a Programming Partnership Operating and Management Agreement between Miami-Dade County and Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. (PHSS), a not-for-profit entity, to continue operating the Pelican Harbor Seabird Station for the care of sick and injured seabirds. The agreement waives competitive bidding procedures by a two-thirds vote. The term is through April 1, 2027, with yearly fees to the County of $300.00. The location is 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138, within Pelican Harbor Marina. The facility is for the care of sick and injured aquatic birds and educational programming. PHSS has operated there since 1990 and plans to relocate to a new facility on or before April 1, 2027. The applicant is Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. The Prime Sponsor is Keon Hardemon, and the Co-Sponsor is Vicki L. Lopez. The final action was Adopted on 7/21/2026, and it was forwarded to the BCC with a favorable recommendation from the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee on 6/9/2026. The business opportunity is for contractors and trades related to the construction of PHSS's new facility at a different location, which is not stated in the document. The document does not state the size of the project in acreage, number of units, or square footage. The document does not state a zoning or use change. The document does not state any public comment or stakeholder sentiment.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Adopted
- Address:
- 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138
- Applicant:
- Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc.
PELICAN HARBOR SEABIRD STATION
Resolution adopted on 7/21/2026 waiving competitive bidding by a two-thirds vote to approve a Programming Partnership Operating and Management Agreement between Miami-Dade County and Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. (PHSS) for continued operation of the Pelican Harbor Seabird Station for care of sick and injured seabirds, for a term through April 1, 2027, with yearly fees to the County of $300.00. The facility is located at Pelican Harbor Marina, 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138. PHSS has operated from this location since 1990 and will relocate to a new facility on or before April 1, 2027. The agreement allows PHSS to remain on County property until construction of the new facility is complete. The County will continue to incur no operating expenses for the current facility but will continue to incur charges for utilities. PHSS cares for around 2,700 native wildlife patients per year. The Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces Department's Assistant Director of Finance and Administration, Robert Villar, will manage the agreement. The resolution was introduced on 4/29/2026, forwarded to the Board of County Commissioners with a favorable recommendation by the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee on 6/9/2026, and adopted on 7/21/2026. Prime Sponsor: Keon Hardemon. Co-Sponsor: Vicki L. Lopez. Requester: Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces. File Number: 260783. Reference: R-628-26.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Adopted
- Address:
- 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138
- Applicant:
- Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. (PHSS), a Florida not for profit entity
PELICAN HARBOR SEABIRD STATION
The document is a legislative item for a resolution waiving competitive bidding to approve a Programming Partnership Operating and Management Agreement between Miami-Dade County and Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. (PHSS) for the operation of the Pelican Harbor Seabird Station at Pelican Harbor Marina. The agreement is for a term through April 1, 2027, with yearly fees to the County of $300.00. The resolution was adopted on 7/21/2026. PHSS has operated from this location since 1990 and will relocate to a new facility on or before April 1, 2027. The current facility is located at 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138. PHSS cares for around 2,700 native wildlife patients per year, for a total of around 70,000 bird lives impacted over the life of the lease. The document does not state any public comment or stakeholder sentiment.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Adopted
- Address:
- 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138
- Applicant:
- Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. (PHSS)
PELICAN HARBOR SEABIRD STATION
Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners is considering a resolution to waive competitive bidding procedures to approve a Programming Partnership Operating and Management Agreement between Miami-Dade County and Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. (PHSS). This agreement allows PHSS, a not-for-profit entity, to continue operating the Pelican Harbor Seabird Station for the care of sick and injured seabirds. The term of the agreement is through April 1, 2027, with yearly fees to the County of $300.00. PHSS has been operating at this location since 1990 and will relocate to a new facility on or before April 1, 2027. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded this item to the Board with a favorable recommendation. The agreement aims to ensure uninterrupted care for animals and continued educational programming.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Pending BCC Assignment (Resolution before the Board)
- Address:
- 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138
- Applicant:
- Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc.
PELICAN HARBOR SEABIRD STATION
Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners is considering a resolution to waive competitive bidding procedures to approve a Programming Partnership Operating and Management Agreement between Miami-Dade County and Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. This agreement allows Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. to continue operating the Pelican Harbor Seabird Station for the care of sick and injured seabirds at Pelican Harbor Marina, 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138, until April 1, 2027. The agreement requires yearly fees to the County in the amount of $300.00. The Board is being asked to authorize the County Mayor or designee to execute the agreement. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded this item to the Board with a favorable recommendation. Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. has been operating at this location since 1990 and is planning to relocate to a new facility, but has experienced delays in construction.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Pending BCC Assignment (Resolution before the Board)
- Address:
- 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138
- Applicant:
- Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc.
PELICAN HARBOR SEABIRD STATION
The Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners adopted Resolution R-628-26 (File Number 260783) on July 21, 2026, by a two-thirds vote, waiving competitive bidding procedures to approve a Programming Partnership Operating and Management Agreement between Miami-Dade County and Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. (PHSS), a not-for-profit entity, to continue operating the Pelican Harbor Seabird Station for the care of sick and injured seabirds. The agreement term is through April 1, 2027, with yearly fees to the County of $300.00. The facility is located at Pelican Harbor Marina, 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138. PHSS has operated from this location since 1990 and plans to relocate to a new facility on or before April 1, 2027. The County will continue to incur no operating expenses for the current facility but will continue to incur charges for utilities. The Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces Department's Assistant Director of Finance and Administration, Robert Villar, will manage the agreement. The resolution was introduced on April 29, 2026, and forwarded to the Board of County Commissioners with a favorable recommendation by the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee on June 9, 2026. The Prime Sponsor was Keon Hardemon, with Co-Sponsor Vicki L. Lopez. No public comment or stakeholder sentiment is stated in the document.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Adopted
- Address:
- 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138
- Applicant:
- Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. (PHSS)
PELICAN HARBOR SEABIRD STATION
Resolution adopted on 7/21/2026 waiving competitive bidding to approve a Programming Partnership Operating and Management Agreement between Miami-Dade County and Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. (PHSS) for continued operation of the Pelican Harbor Seabird Station at Pelican Harbor Marina for care of sick and injured seabirds, term through April 1, 2027, with yearly fees of $300.00. PHSS has operated at this location since 1990 and will relocate to a new facility on or before April 1, 2027. The agreement allows PHSS to remain on County property until construction of the new facility is complete. The County will continue to incur no operating expenses but will incur utility charges. PHSS cares for around 2,700 native wildlife patients per year, totaling around 70,000 bird lives impacted over the life of the lease. The Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces Department's Assistant Director of Finance and Administration, Robert Villar, will manage the agreement. The resolution was introduced 4/29/2026, forwarded to the Board of County Commissioners with a favorable recommendation by the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee on 6/9/2026, and adopted on 7/21/2026. Prime sponsor: Keon Hardemon. Co-sponsor: Vicki L. Lopez. No public comment or stakeholder sentiment is stated in the document.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Adopted
- Address:
- 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138
- Applicant:
- Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. (PHSS), a Florida not for profit entity
PELICAN HARBOR SEABIRD STATION
Resolution adopted on 7/21/2026 waiving competitive bidding to approve a Programming Partnership Operating and Management Agreement between Miami-Dade County and Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. for the operation of the Pelican Harbor Seabird Station at Pelican Harbor Marina, 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138, for the care of sick and injured seabirds, for a term through April 1, 2027, with yearly fees to the County of $300.00. The facility is in County Commission District 3, represented by Commissioner Keon Hardemon. PHSS has operated from this location since 1990 and will relocate to a new facility on or before April 1, 2027. The agreement allows PHSS to remain on County property until construction of the new facility is complete. The County will continue to incur no operating expenses for the current facility but will continue to incur charges for utilities. PHSS cares for around 2,700 native wildlife patients per year, for a total of around 70,000 bird lives impacted over the life of the original lease. The Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces Department's Assistant Director of Finance and Administration, Robert Villar, will manage the agreement. The resolution was introduced on 4/29/2026, forwarded to the Board of County Commissioners with a favorable recommendation by the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee on 6/9/2026, and adopted on 7/21/2026. The file number is 260783, reference R-628-26. The prime sponsor is Keon Hardemon, co-sponsor Vicki L. Lopez. No public comment or stakeholder sentiment is stated in the document.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Adopted
- Address:
- 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138
- Applicant:
- Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. (PHSS)
PELICAN HARBOR SEABIRD STATION
The Board of County Commissioners adopted Resolution R-628-26 (File Number 260783) on 7/21/2026, waiving competitive bidding procedures by a two-thirds vote to approve a Programming Partnership Operating and Management Agreement between Miami-Dade County and Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. (PHSS), a not-for-profit entity, to continue operating the Pelican Harbor Seabird Station for the care of sick and injured seabirds. The agreement is for a term through April 1, 2027, with yearly fees to the County of $300.00. PHSS has operated from this location since 1990 and will relocate to a new facility on or before April 1, 2027. The agreement allows PHSS to remain on County property and continue providing uninterrupted care until construction of the new facility is complete. The current facility is located within Pelican Harbor Marina (Park) at 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138, in County Commission District 3. PHSS cares for around 2,700 native wildlife patients per year, for a total of around 70,000 bird lives impacted over the life of the lease. The Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces Department's (PROS) Assistant Director of Finance and Administration, Robert Villar, will manage the terms and conditions of the Agreement. The County will continue to incur no operating expenses for the current facility but will continue to incur charges for utilities associated with the operation of the building. The exact fiscal impact is not quantifiable as utility payments for PHSS are paid in conjunction with those associated with the marina as a whole. PHSS will continue to remit their annual payment of $300 per year. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded the item to the Board of County Commissioners with a favorable recommendation on 6/9/2026. The item was introduced on 4/29/2026. The Prime Sponsor is Keon Hardemon, and the Co-Sponsor is Vicki L. Lopez. The Requester is Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces. The resolution authorizes the County Mayor or the County Mayor's designee to execute the agreement. PHSS has experienced many roadblocks with the construction of their new building due to unforeseen delays such as issues with permitting, brownfield remediation, archaeological work, and the COVID-19 pandemic. PHSS has notified the County of its intent to relocate to land purchased by PHSS to expand their operation. PHSS's current expected relocation date is April 1, 2027. The document does not state any public comment or stakeholder sentiment.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Adopted
- Address:
- 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138
- Applicant:
- Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. (PHSS), a Florida not for profit entity
PELICAN HARBOR SEABIRD STATION
Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners is considering a resolution to waive competitive bidding procedures to approve a Programming Partnership Operating and Management Agreement between Miami-Dade County and Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. This agreement allows Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. to continue operating the Pelican Harbor Seabird Station for the care of sick and injured seabirds at its current location until April 1, 2027, while they construct a new facility. The agreement requires a two-thirds vote for approval. Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. has been operating at this location since 1990 and cares for approximately 2,700 wildlife patients annually. The county will incur minimal fiscal impact, primarily for utilities, while Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. will pay $300 annually. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded this item to the Board with a favorable recommendation.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Recommended for approval by Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee; pending Board of County Commissioners decision.
- Address:
- 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138
- Applicant:
- Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc.
PELICAN HARBOR SEABIRD STATION
The Miami-Dade Board of County Commissioners adopted Resolution R-628-26 (File Number 260783) on July 21, 2026, waiving competitive bidding procedures by a two-thirds vote to approve a Programming Partnership Operating and Management Agreement between Miami-Dade County and Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. (PHSS), a not-for-profit entity. The agreement allows PHSS to continue operating the Pelican Harbor Seabird Station at Pelican Harbor Marina for the care of sick and injured seabirds, for a term through April 1, 2027, with yearly fees to the County of $300.00. The facility is located at 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138 in County Commission District 3. PHSS has operated from this location since 1990 and plans to relocate to a new facility on or before April 1, 2027. The agreement allows PHSS to remain on County property until construction of the new facility is complete. The Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces Department's Assistant Director of Finance and Administration, Robert Villar, will manage the agreement. The resolution was introduced on April 29, 2026, forwarded to the Board of County Commissioners with a favorable recommendation by the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee on June 9, 2026, and adopted on July 21, 2026. The Prime Sponsor is Keon Hardemon, and the Co-Sponsor is Vicki L. Lopez. The County will incur no operating expenses for the current facility but will continue to incur charges for utilities. PHSS cares for around 2,700 native wildlife patients per year, totaling around 70,000 bird lives impacted over the life of the original lease. No public comment or stakeholder sentiment is stated in the document.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Adopted
- Address:
- 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138
- Applicant:
- Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. (PHSS)
PELICAN HARBOR SEABIRD STATION
Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners is considering a resolution to waive competitive bidding procedures to approve a Programming Partnership Operating and Management Agreement between Miami-Dade County and Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. This agreement allows Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. to continue operating the Pelican Harbor Seabird Station for the care of sick and injured seabirds at Pelican Harbor Marina, 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138, until April 1, 2027. The organization has been operating at this location since 1990 and is planning to relocate to a new facility. The agreement requires yearly fees to the County in the amount of $300.00. The Board of County Commissioners is expected to vote on this matter on July 21, 2026. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded this item to the BCC with a favorable recommendation on June 9, 2026.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Pending BCC Assignment (Resolution before the Board)
- Address:
- 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138
- Applicant:
- Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc.
PELICAN HARBOR SEABIRD STATION
Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners adopted Resolution R-628-26 (File Number 260783) on 7/21/2026, waiving competitive bidding by a two-thirds vote to approve a Programming Partnership Operating and Management Agreement between Miami-Dade County and Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. (PHSS), a not-for-profit, to continue operating the Pelican Harbor Seabird Station for care of sick and injured seabirds at Pelican Harbor Marina, 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138, for a term through April 1, 2027, with yearly fees to the County of $300.00. The agreement allows PHSS to remain on County property until construction of its new facility is complete, with expected relocation date of April 1, 2027. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded the item with a favorable recommendation on 6/9/2026. The resolution was introduced on 4/29/2026. The County will continue to incur charges for utilities associated with the building, and the exact fiscal impact is not quantifiable. PHSS cares for around 2,700 native wildlife patients per year, totaling around 70,000 bird lives impacted over the life of the original lease. No public comment or stakeholder sentiment is stated in the document.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Adopted on 7/21/2026; forwarded to BCC with favorable recommendation by Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee on 6/9/2026
- Address:
- 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138
- Applicant:
- Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. (PHSS), a Florida not for profit entity; Prime Sponsor Keon Hardemon; Co-Sponsor Vicki L. Lopez; Requester Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces
PELICAN HARBOR SEABIRD STATION
Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners is considering a resolution to waive competitive bidding procedures to approve a Programming Partnership Operating and Management Agreement between Miami-Dade County and Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. (PHSS). This agreement allows PHSS, a not-for-profit entity, to continue operating the Pelican Harbor Seabird Station for the care of sick and injured seabirds. The agreement is for a term through April 1, 2027, with yearly fees to the County of $300.00. PHSS has been operating at the current location since 1990 and will relocate to a new facility on or before April 1, 2027. The waiver of competitive bidding is recommended to ensure uninterrupted care for the animals and continued educational programming for the community. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded this item to the Board with a favorable recommendation.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Recommended for approval (pending Board of County Commissioners vote)
- Address:
- Pelican Harbor Marina, 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138
- Applicant:
- Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc.
PELICAN HARBOR SEABIRD STATION
The Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners adopted Resolution R-628-26 (File Number 260783) on July 21, 2026, waiving competitive bidding procedures by a two-thirds vote to approve a Programming Partnership Operating and Management Agreement between Miami-Dade County and Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. (PHSS), a not-for-profit entity, to continue operating the Pelican Harbor Seabird Station for the care of sick and injured seabirds. The agreement term is through April 1, 2027, with yearly fees to the County of $300.00. PHSS has operated from this location since 1990 and plans to relocate to a new facility on or before April 1, 2027. The facility is located within Pelican Harbor Marina at 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138, in County Commission District 3. The agreement allows PHSS to remain on County property until construction of its new facility is complete. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded the item to the Board of County Commissioners with a favorable recommendation on June 9, 2026. The resolution was introduced on April 29, 2026. The Prime Sponsor was Keon Hardemon, and the Co-Sponsor was Vicki L. Lopez. The Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces Department (PROS) was the requester. The County will continue to incur charges for utilities associated with the operation of the building, and the exact fiscal impact is not quantifiable as utility payments are paid in conjunction with those associated with the marina as a whole. PHSS cares for around 2,700 native wildlife patients per year, totaling around 70,000 bird lives impacted over the life of the original lease. The original lease was entered into in 1990 by Resolution R-789-90, and an option to renew was approved in 2011, extending the term through July 23, 2020. A subsequent Programming Partnership agreement was executed in October 2021 and remained in place until December 31, 2023. PHSS has experienced delays with construction of its new building due to permitting issues, brownfield remediation, archaeological work, and the COVID-19 pandemic. The document does not state any public comment or stakeholder sentiment. The business opportunity for contractors and trades is not stated in the document.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Adopted
- Address:
- 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138
- Applicant:
- Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. (PHSS)
PELICAN HARBOR SEABIRD STATION
The Miami-Dade Board of County Commissioners adopted Resolution R-628-26 (File Number 260783) on July 21, 2026, waiving competitive bidding procedures by a two-thirds vote to approve a Programming Partnership Operating and Management Agreement between Miami-Dade County and Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. (PHSS), a not-for-profit entity, to continue operating the Pelican Harbor Seabird Station for the care of sick and injured seabirds. The agreement is for a term through April 1, 2027, with yearly fees to the County of $300.00. PHSS has operated from this location since 1990 and will relocate to a new facility on or before April 1, 2027. The agreement allows PHSS to remain on County property until construction of the new facility is complete. The facility is located within Pelican Harbor Marina (Park) at 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138, in County Commission District 3. PHSS cares for around 2,700 native wildlife patients per year. The Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces Department's Assistant Director of Finance and Administration, Robert Villar, will manage the agreement. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded the item to the Board of County Commissioners with a favorable recommendation on June 9, 2026. The item was introduced on April 29, 2026. The County will continue to incur charges for utilities associated with the operation of the building, but the exact fiscal impact is not quantifiable. No public comment or stakeholder sentiment is stated in the document.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Adopted
- Address:
- 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138
- Applicant:
- Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. (PHSS)
PELICAN HARBOR SEABIRD STATION
The Miami-Dade Board of County Commissioners adopted Resolution R-628-26 (File Number 260783) on July 21, 2026, waiving competitive bidding procedures by a two-thirds vote to approve a Programming Partnership Operating and Management Agreement between Miami-Dade County and Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. (PHSS), a not-for-profit entity, to continue operating the Pelican Harbor Seabird Station for the care of sick and injured seabirds. The agreement term is through April 1, 2027, with yearly fees to the County of $300.00. The facility is located within Pelican Harbor Marina at 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138, in County Commission District 3. PHSS has operated from this location since 1990 and plans to relocate to a new facility on or before April 1, 2027. The agreement allows PHSS to remain on County property until construction of its new facility is complete. The County will continue to incur no operating expenses for the current facility but will continue to incur charges for utilities. PHSS cares for around 2,700 native wildlife patients per year. The item was forwarded to the Board of County Commissioners with a favorable recommendation by the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee on June 9, 2026. The resolution was introduced on April 29, 2026. The Prime Sponsor was Keon Hardemon, with Co-Sponsor Vicki L. Lopez. The staff recommendation was from Mayor Daniella Levine Cava. The Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces Department's Assistant Director of Finance and Administration, Robert Villar, will manage the agreement. The document does not state any public comment or stakeholder sentiment.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Adopted
- Address:
- 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138
- Applicant:
- Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. (PHSS)
PELICAN HARBOR SEABIRD STATION
Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners (BCC) is considering a resolution to waive competitive bidding procedures to approve a Programming Partnership Operating and Management Agreement between Miami-Dade County and Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. (PHSS). This agreement allows PHSS, a not-for-profit entity, to continue operating the Pelican Harbor Seabird Station for the care of sick and injured seabirds. The agreement is for a term through April 1, 2027, with yearly fees to the County of $300.00. PHSS has been operating at the current location since 1990 and will relocate to a new facility on or before April 1, 2027. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded this item to the BCC with a favorable recommendation. The waiver of competitive bidding requires a two-thirds vote of the Board members present. Public comment is not stated in the document.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Pending BCC Assignment (Resolution before the Board)
- Address:
- 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138
- Applicant:
- Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc.
PELICAN HARBOR SEABIRD STATION
Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners (BCC) is considering a resolution to waive competitive bidding procedures to approve a Programming Partnership Operating and Management Agreement between Miami-Dade County and Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. (PHSS). This agreement allows PHSS, a not-for-profit entity, to continue operating the Pelican Harbor Seabird Station for the care of sick and injured seabirds. The term of the agreement is through April 1, 2027, with yearly fees to the County of $300.00. PHSS has been operating at the current location since 1990 and will relocate to a new facility on or before April 1, 2027. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded this item to the BCC with a favorable recommendation. The waiver of competitive bidding requires a two-thirds vote of the Board members present. PHSS has experienced delays in constructing their new building due to permitting, brownfield remediation, archaeological work, and the COVID-19 pandemic. The agreement ensures uninterrupted care for thousands of animals and supports environmental stewardship and educational programming.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Pending BCC Assignment (Resolution before the Board)
- Address:
- 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138
- Applicant:
- Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc.
PELICAN HARBOR SEABIRD STATION
Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners is considering a resolution to waive competitive bidding procedures to approve a Programming Partnership Operating and Management Agreement between Miami-Dade County and Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. This agreement allows Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. to continue operating the Pelican Harbor Seabird Station for the care of sick and injured seabirds at its current location until April 1, 2027, while they construct a new facility. The agreement requires a two-thirds vote for approval. Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. has been operating at this location since 1990 and cares for approximately 2,700 wildlife patients annually. The county will incur minimal fiscal impact, primarily for utilities, while Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. will pay $300 annually. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded this item with a favorable recommendation to the Board of County Commissioners.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Before the Board (pending final action)
- Address:
- 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138
- Applicant:
- Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc.
PELICAN HARBOR SEABIRD STATION
Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners is considering a resolution to waive competitive bidding procedures to approve a Programming Partnership Operating and Management Agreement between Miami-Dade County and Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. This agreement allows Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. to continue operating the Pelican Harbor Seabird Station for the care of sick and injured seabirds at Pelican Harbor Marina until April 1, 2027, while they construct a new facility. The agreement requires a two-thirds vote for approval. Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. has been operating at this location since 1990 and cares for approximately 2,700 native wildlife patients annually. The county will incur minimal fiscal impact, primarily for utilities, while Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. will pay annual fees of $300.00. The Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces Department will manage the agreement.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Before the Board (Resolution introduced, pending final action)
- Address:
- 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138
- Applicant:
- Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc.
PELICAN HARBOR SEABIRD STATION
The Miami-Dade Board of County Commissioners adopted Resolution R-628-26 (File Number 260783) on July 21, 2026, waiving competitive bidding procedures by a two-thirds vote to approve a Programming Partnership Operating and Management Agreement between Miami-Dade County and Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. (PHSS), a not-for-profit entity, to continue operating the Pelican Harbor Seabird Station for the care of sick and injured seabirds. The agreement term is through April 1, 2027, with yearly fees to the County of $300.00. The facility is located within Pelican Harbor Marina (Park) at 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138, in County Commission District 3. PHSS has operated from this location since 1990 and plans to relocate to a new facility on or before April 1, 2027. The County will continue to incur charges for utilities associated with the operation of the building, but the exact fiscal impact is not quantifiable as utility payments are paid in conjunction with those associated with the marina as a whole. The Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces Department's Assistant Director of Finance and Administration, Robert Villar, will manage the terms and conditions of the Agreement. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded the item to the Board of County Commissioners with a favorable recommendation on June 9, 2026. The item was introduced on April 29, 2026. The resolution was sponsored by Commissioner Keon Hardemon, Prime Sponsor, and Vicki L. Lopez, Co-Sponsor. The document does not state any public comment or stakeholder sentiment.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Adopted
- Address:
- 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138
- Applicant:
- Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. (PHSS)
PELICAN HARBOR SEABIRD STATION
Resolution adopted on 7/21/2026 to waive competitive bidding and approve a Programming Partnership Operating and Management Agreement between Miami-Dade County and Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. (PHSS) for continued operation of the Pelican Harbor Seabird Station at Pelican Harbor Marina for care of sick and injured seabirds, with yearly fees of $300, term through April 1, 2027. PHSS has operated at this location since 1990 and plans to relocate to a new facility on or before April 1, 2027. The agreement allows PHSS to remain on County property until construction of the new facility is complete. The Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces Department's Assistant Director of Finance and Administration, Robert Villar, will manage the agreement. The resolution was introduced on 4/29/2026, forwarded with favorable recommendation by the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee on 6/9/2026, and adopted by the Board of County Commissioners on 7/21/2026. No public comment or stakeholder sentiment is stated in the document.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Adopted
- Address:
- 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138
- Applicant:
- Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. (PHSS), a Florida not for profit entity
PELICAN HARBOR SEABIRD STATION
The document is a legislative item for a resolution adopted by the Miami-Dade County Commission on 7/21/2026, waiving competitive bidding to approve a Programming Partnership Operating and Management Agreement between Miami-Dade County and Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. (PHSS), a not-for-profit entity, to continue operating the Pelican Harbor Seabird Station for the care of sick and injured seabirds. The agreement term is through April 1, 2027, with yearly fees to the County of $300.00. The facility is located within Pelican Harbor Marina at 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138. PHSS has operated from this location since 1990 and plans to relocate to a new facility on or before April 1, 2027. The resolution authorizes the County Mayor or designee to execute the agreement. The item was introduced on 4/29/2026, forwarded to the Board of County Commissioners with a favorable recommendation by the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee on 6/9/2026, and adopted on 7/21/2026. The Prime Sponsor is Keon Hardemon, and the Co-Sponsor is Vicki L. Lopez. The document does not state any public comment or stakeholder sentiment.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Adopted
- Address:
- 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138
PELICAN HARBOR SEABIRD STATION
Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners is considering a resolution to waive competitive bidding procedures to approve a Programming Partnership Operating and Management Agreement between Miami-Dade County and Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. (PHSS). This agreement allows PHSS, a not-for-profit entity, to continue operating the Pelican Harbor Seabird Station for the care of sick and injured seabirds. The term of the agreement extends through April 1, 2027, with yearly fees to the County of $300.00. PHSS has been operating at this location since 1990 and plans to relocate to a new facility by April 1, 2027, but has faced delays in construction. The agreement ensures uninterrupted care for animals and continued educational programming. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded this item to the Board with a favorable recommendation.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Pending BCC Assignment (Resolution before the Board)
- Address:
- 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138
- Applicant:
- Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc.
PELICAN HARBOR SEABIRD STATION
The Miami-Dade Board of County Commissioners adopted Resolution R-628-26 (File Number 260783) on July 21, 2026, waiving competitive bidding by a two-thirds vote to approve a Programming Partnership Operating and Management Agreement between Miami-Dade County and Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. (PHSS), a not-for-profit entity, to continue operating the Pelican Harbor Seabird Station for the care of sick and injured seabirds. The agreement term runs through April 1, 2027, with yearly fees to the County of $300.00. PHSS has operated at this location since 1990 and will relocate to a new facility on or before April 1, 2027. The agreement allows PHSS to remain on County property and continue providing care until construction of the new facility is complete. The facility is located within Pelican Harbor Marina (Park) at 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138, in County Commission District 3. PHSS cares for around 2,700 native wildlife patients per year, totaling around 70,000 bird lives impacted over the life of the lease. The County will continue to incur no operating expenses for the current facility but will continue to incur charges for utilities, with the exact fiscal impact not quantifiable. PHSS will continue to remit an annual payment of $300 per year. The Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces Department's Assistant Director of Finance and Administration, Robert Villar, will manage the agreement. The item was forwarded to the Board of County Commissioners with a favorable recommendation by the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee on June 9, 2026. The resolution was introduced on April 29, 2026, and adopted on July 21, 2026. The Prime Sponsor is Keon Hardemon, and the Co-Sponsor is Vicki L. Lopez. No public comment or stakeholder sentiment is stated in the document.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Adopted
- Address:
- 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138
- Applicant:
- Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. (PHSS)
PELICAN HARBOR SEABIRD STATION
The Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners adopted Resolution R-628-26 (File Number 260783) on July 21, 2026, waiving competitive bidding procedures by a two-thirds vote to approve a Programming Partnership Operating and Management Agreement between Miami-Dade County and Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. (PHSS), a not-for-profit entity, to continue operating the Pelican Harbor Seabird Station for the care of sick and injured seabirds. The agreement is for a term through April 1, 2027, with yearly fees to the County of $300.00. PHSS has operated from this location since 1990 and plans to relocate to a new facility on or before April 1, 2027. The facility is located within Pelican Harbor Marina at 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138, in County Commission District 3. The Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces Department's Assistant Director of Finance and Administration, Robert Villar, will manage the agreement. The resolution was introduced on April 29, 2026, and forwarded to the Board of County Commissioners with a favorable recommendation by the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee on June 9, 2026. The County will continue to incur charges for utilities associated with the operation of the building, but the exact fiscal impact is not quantifiable as utility payments are paid in conjunction with those associated with the marina as a whole. PHSS cares for around 2,700 native wildlife patients per year, for a total of around 70,000 bird lives impacted over the life of the original lease. The original lease was entered into in 1990 by Resolution R-789-90, and an option to renew was approved in 2011, extending the term through July 23, 2020. A subsequent Programming Partnership Operating and Management Agreement was executed in October 2021 and remained in place until December 31, 2023. PHSS has experienced delays with construction of its new building due to permitting issues, brownfield remediation, archaeological work, and the COVID-19 pandemic. The document does not state any public comment or stakeholder sentiment.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Adopted
- Address:
- 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138
- Applicant:
- Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. (PHSS)
PELICAN HARBOR SEABIRD STATION
Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners is considering a resolution to waive competitive bidding procedures to approve a Programming Partnership Operating and Management Agreement between Miami-Dade County and Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. (PHSS). This agreement allows PHSS, a not-for-profit entity, to continue operating the Pelican Harbor Seabird Station for the care of sick and injured seabirds. The term of the agreement extends through April 1, 2027, with yearly fees to the County of $300.00. PHSS has been operating at this location since 1990 and will relocate to a new facility on or before April 1, 2027. The agreement ensures uninterrupted care for the animals served by PHSS. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded this item to the Board with a favorable recommendation.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Pending BCC Assignment (Resolution before the Board)
- Address:
- 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138
- Applicant:
- Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc.
PELICAN HARBOR SEABIRD STATION
The Miami-Dade Board of County Commissioners adopted Resolution R-628-26 (File Number 260783) on July 21, 2026, waiving competitive bidding by a two-thirds vote to approve a Programming Partnership Operating and Management Agreement between Miami-Dade County and Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. (PHSS), a not-for-profit entity, to continue operating the Pelican Harbor Seabird Station for the care of sick and injured seabirds. The agreement term is through April 1, 2027, with yearly fees to the County of $300.00. The facility is located at Pelican Harbor Marina, 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138, in County Commission District 3. PHSS has operated from this location since 1990 and plans to relocate to a new facility on or before April 1, 2027. The County will continue to incur no operating expenses for the current facility but will continue to incur utility charges. The Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces Department's Assistant Director of Finance and Administration, Robert Villar, will manage the agreement. The item was forwarded to the Board of County Commissioners with a favorable recommendation by the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee on June 9, 2026. The resolution was sponsored by Commissioner Keon Hardemon and co-sponsored by Commissioner Vicki L. Lopez. The document does not state any public comment or stakeholder sentiment.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Adopted
- Address:
- 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138
- Applicant:
- Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. (PHSS)
PELICAN HARBOR SEABIRD STATION
Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners adopted Resolution R-628-26 (File Number 260783) on 7/21/2026, waiving competitive bidding by a two-thirds vote to approve a Programming Partnership Operating and Management Agreement with Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. (PHSS), a not-for-profit, to continue operating the Pelican Harbor Seabird Station at Pelican Harbor Marina for the care of sick and injured seabirds. The agreement term runs through April 1, 2027, with yearly fees to the County of $300.00. PHSS has operated at this location since 1990 and plans to relocate to a new facility on or before April 1, 2027. The County will continue to incur utility charges, and PHSS will remit $300 per year. The Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces Department's Assistant Director of Finance and Administration, Robert Villar, will manage the agreement. The item was forwarded to the Board with a favorable recommendation by the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee on 6/9/2026. No public comment or stakeholder sentiment is stated in the document.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Adopted
- Address:
- 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138
- Applicant:
- Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. (PHSS), a Florida not for profit entity; Prime Sponsor: Keon Hardemon; Co-Sponsor: Vicki L. Lopez
PELICAN HARBOR SEABIRD STATION
Resolution adopted on 7/21/2026 waiving competitive bidding to approve a Programming Partnership Operating and Management Agreement between Miami-Dade County and Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. (PHSS) for continued operation of the Pelican Harbor Seabird Station for care of sick and injured seabirds, for a term through April 1, 2027, with yearly fees of $300.00. The facility is located at Pelican Harbor Marina, 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138. PHSS has operated there since 1990 and plans to relocate to a new facility on or before April 1, 2027. The agreement allows PHSS to remain on County property until construction of the new facility is complete. The resolution was introduced on 4/29/2026, forwarded with favorable recommendation by the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee on 6/9/2026, and adopted by the Board of County Commissioners on 7/21/2026. The applicant is Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc., a not-for-profit entity. The case file number is 260783, reference R-628-26. The prime sponsor is Keon Hardemon, co-sponsor Vicki L. Lopez. The staff recommendation notes minimal fiscal impact as the County incurs no operating expenses but continues utility charges; PHSS remits $300 per year. The document does not state any public comment or stakeholder sentiment.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Adopted
- Address:
- 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138
- Applicant:
- Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc.
PELICAN HARBOR SEABIRD STATION
Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners is considering a resolution to waive competitive bidding procedures to approve a Programming Partnership Operating and Management Agreement between Miami-Dade County and Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. (PHSS). This agreement allows PHSS, a not-for-profit entity, to continue operating the Pelican Harbor Seabird Station for the care of sick and injured seabirds. The term of the agreement extends through April 1, 2027, with yearly fees to the County of $300.00. PHSS has been operating at this location since 1990 and will relocate to a new facility on or before April 1, 2027. The agreement ensures uninterrupted care for animals and continued educational programming. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded this item to the BCC with a favorable recommendation. Public comment is not stated in this document.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Pending BCC Assignment (Resolution before the Board)
- Address:
- 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138
- Applicant:
- Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc.
PELICAN HARBOR SEABIRD STATION
The Miami-Dade Board of County Commissioners adopted Resolution R-628-26 (File Number 260783) on 7/21/2026, waiving competitive bidding by a two-thirds vote to approve a Programming Partnership Operating and Management Agreement between Miami-Dade County and Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. (PHSS), a not-for-profit entity, to continue operating the Pelican Harbor Seabird Station for the care of sick and injured seabirds. The agreement term is through April 1, 2027, with yearly fees to the County of $300.00. The facility is located within Pelican Harbor Marina at 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138. PHSS has operated from this location since 1990 and plans to relocate to a new facility on or before April 1, 2027. The resolution authorizes the County Mayor or designee to execute the agreement. The item was forwarded to the Board of County Commissioners with a favorable recommendation by the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee on 6/9/2026. The Prime Sponsor was Keon Hardemon, with Co-Sponsor Vicki L. Lopez. The staff recommendation was from Mayor Daniella Levine Cava. The County will continue to incur no operating expenses for the current facility but will continue to incur utility charges. PHSS cares for around 2,700 native wildlife patients per year, totaling around 70,000 bird lives impacted over the life of the original lease. The document does not state a specific project size in acreage, number of units, or square footage for the current facility or the new facility. The document does not state any public comment or stakeholder sentiment.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Adopted
- Address:
- 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138
- Applicant:
- Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. (PHSS)
PELICAN HARBOR SEABIRD STATION
Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners is considering a resolution to waive competitive bidding procedures to approve a Programming Partnership Operating and Management Agreement between Miami-Dade County and Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. This agreement allows Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. to continue operating the Pelican Harbor Seabird Station for the care of sick and injured seabirds at Pelican Harbor Marina until April 1, 2027, while they construct a new facility. The agreement requires a two-thirds vote for approval. Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. has been operating at this location since 1990 and cares for approximately 2,700 native wildlife patients annually. The county will incur minimal fiscal impact, primarily for utilities, while Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. will pay $300 annually. The Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces Department will manage the agreement. The Board of County Commissioners is expected to vote on this matter on July 21, 2026.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Before the Board (Resolution to be voted on)
- Address:
- 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138
- Applicant:
- Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc.
PELICAN HARBOR SEABIRD STATION
Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners is considering a resolution to waive competitive bidding procedures to approve a Programming Partnership Operating and Management Agreement between Miami-Dade County and Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. This agreement allows Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc., a not-for-profit entity, to continue operating the Pelican Harbor Seabird Station for the care of sick and injured seabirds. The term of the agreement is through April 1, 2027, with yearly fees to the County of $300.00. The Board is being asked to authorize the County Mayor or designee to execute the agreement. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded this item to the Board with a favorable recommendation. Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. has been operating at this location since 1990 and will relocate to a new facility on or before April 1, 2027. The waiver of competitive bidding is recommended to ensure uninterrupted care for the animals and continued educational programming for the community. There is minimal fiscal impact to the County, primarily related to utilities, while Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. will continue its annual payment of $300.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Before the Board (pending final action)
- Address:
- 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138
- Applicant:
- Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc.
PELICAN HARBOR SEABIRD STATION
Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners is considering a resolution to waive competitive bidding procedures to approve a Programming Partnership Operating and Management Agreement between Miami-Dade County and Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. This agreement allows Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc., a not-for-profit entity, to continue operating the Pelican Harbor Seabird Station for the care of sick and injured seabirds. The term of the agreement extends through April 1, 2027, with yearly fees to the County of $300.00. The Board is asked to authorize the County Mayor or designee to execute the agreement. The facility is located at Pelican Harbor Marina, 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138. The Seabird Station has been operating at this location since 1990 and plans to relocate to a new facility on or before April 1, 2027. The waiver of competitive bidding is recommended to ensure uninterrupted care for the animals served by the station. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded this item to the BCC with a favorable recommendation on June 9, 2026. The Board of County Commissioners agenda date is July 21, 2026.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Pending BCC Assignment
- Address:
- 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138
- Applicant:
- Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc.
PELICAN HARBOR SEABIRD STATION
The Miami-Dade Board of County Commissioners adopted Resolution R-628-26 (File Number 260783) on July 21, 2026, waiving competitive bidding procedures by a two-thirds vote to approve a Programming Partnership Operating and Management Agreement between Miami-Dade County and Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. (PHSS), a not-for-profit entity, to continue operating the Pelican Harbor Seabird Station for the care of sick and injured seabirds. The agreement term runs through April 1, 2027, with yearly fees to the County of $300.00. The facility is located within Pelican Harbor Marina at 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138. PHSS has operated from this location since 1990 and plans to relocate to a new facility on or before April 1, 2027. The resolution authorizes the County Mayor or designee to execute the agreement. The item was forwarded to the Board of County Commissioners with a favorable recommendation by the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee on June 9, 2026. The Prime Sponsor was Keon Hardemon, with Co-Sponsor Vicki L. Lopez. No public comment or stakeholder sentiment is stated in the document.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Adopted
- Address:
- 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138
- Applicant:
- Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. (PHSS)
PELICAN HARBOR SEABIRD STATION
Resolution waiving competitive bidding to approve a Programming Partnership Operating and Management Agreement between Miami-Dade County and Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. (PHSS) for continued operation of the Pelican Harbor Seabird Station for care of sick and injured seabirds. The agreement term is through April 1, 2027, with yearly fees to the County of $300.00. PHSS has operated at this location since 1990 and will relocate to a new facility on or before April 1, 2027. The resolution was adopted on 7/21/2026. The staff recommendation notes PHSS cares for around 2,700 native wildlife patients per year, totaling around 70,000 bird lives impacted over the life of the original lease. The document does not state any public comment or stakeholder sentiment.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Adopted
- Address:
- 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138
- Applicant:
- Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. (PHSS)
PELICAN HARBOR SEABIRD STATION
Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners adopted Resolution R-628-26 (File Number 260783) on July 21, 2026, waiving competitive bidding by a two-thirds vote to approve a Programming Partnership Operating and Management Agreement with Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. (PHSS), a not-for-profit, to continue operating the Pelican Harbor Seabird Station at Pelican Harbor Marina for the care of sick and injured seabirds. The agreement term is through April 1, 2027, with yearly fees to the County of $300.00. PHSS has operated from this location since 1990 and plans to relocate to a new facility on or before April 1, 2027. The facility is located at 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138, in County Commission District 3. The Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces Department recommended approval. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded it with a favorable recommendation on June 9, 2026. The resolution authorizes the County Mayor or designee to execute the agreement. PHSS cares for around 2,700 native wildlife patients per year. The County will continue to incur no operating expenses for the current facility but will continue to incur utility charges. PHSS will continue to remit $300 per year. No public comment or stakeholder sentiment is stated in the document.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Adopted
- Address:
- 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138
- Applicant:
- Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. (PHSS)
PELICAN HARBOR SEABIRD STATION
Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners is considering a resolution to waive competitive bidding procedures to approve a Programming Partnership Operating and Management Agreement between Miami-Dade County and Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. This agreement allows Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. to continue operating the Pelican Harbor Seabird Station for the care of sick and injured seabirds at its current location until April 1, 2027, while they construct a new facility. The agreement requires a two-thirds vote for approval. Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. has been operating at this location since 1990 and cares for approximately 2,700 wildlife patients annually. The county will incur minimal fiscal impact, primarily for utilities, while Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. will pay $300 annually. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded this item with a favorable recommendation to the Board of County Commissioners.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Before the Board (pending final action)
- Address:
- 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138
- Applicant:
- Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc.
PELICAN HARBOR SEABIRD STATION
Miami-Dade County adopted Resolution R-628-26 (File Number 260783) on July 21, 2026, waiving competitive bidding by a two-thirds vote to approve a Programming Partnership Operating and Management Agreement with Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. (PHSS), a not-for-profit, to continue operating the Pelican Harbor Seabird Station at Pelican Harbor Marina, 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138, for the care of sick and injured seabirds, for a term through April 1, 2027, with yearly fees to the County of $300.00. The agreement allows PHSS to remain on County property until construction of its new facility is complete, with an expected relocation date of April 1, 2027. The resolution authorizes the County Mayor or designee to execute the agreement. The item was introduced on April 29, 2026, forwarded to the Board of County Commissioners with a favorable recommendation by the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee on June 9, 2026, and adopted on July 21, 2026. The document states no public comment or stakeholder sentiment.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Adopted
- Address:
- 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138
- Applicant:
- Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. (PHSS)
PELICAN HARBOR SEABIRD STATION
The Miami-Dade Board of County Commissioners adopted Resolution R-628-26 (File Number 260783) on July 21, 2026, waiving competitive bidding procedures by a two-thirds vote to approve a Programming Partnership Operating and Management Agreement between Miami-Dade County and Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. (PHSS), a not-for-profit entity, to continue operating the Pelican Harbor Seabird Station for the care of sick and injured seabirds. The agreement term is through April 1, 2027, with yearly fees to the County of $300.00. The facility is located at Pelican Harbor Marina, 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138, in County Commission District 3. PHSS has operated from this location since 1990 and plans to relocate to a new facility on or before April 1, 2027. The agreement allows PHSS to remain on County property until construction of the new facility is complete. The County will continue to incur no operating expenses for the current facility but will continue to incur charges for utilities. PHSS cares for around 2,700 native wildlife patients per year. The item was forwarded to the Board of County Commissioners with a favorable recommendation by the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee on June 9, 2026. The resolution was introduced on April 29, 2026, and adopted on July 21, 2026. The Prime Sponsor was Keon Hardemon, with Vicki L. Lopez as Co-Sponsor. The request was made by Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces. No public comment or stakeholder sentiment is stated in the document.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Adopted
- Address:
- 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138
- Applicant:
- Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. (PHSS)
PELICAN HARBOR SEABIRD STATION
Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners adopted Resolution R-628-26 (File Number 260783) on July 21, 2026, waiving competitive bidding by a two-thirds vote to approve a Programming Partnership Operating and Management Agreement with Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. (PHSS), a not-for-profit, to continue operating the Pelican Harbor Seabird Station for care of sick and injured seabirds at Pelican Harbor Marina, 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138. The agreement term runs through April 1, 2027, with yearly fees to the County of $300.00. PHSS has operated from this location since 1990 and plans to relocate to a new facility on or before April 1, 2027. The County will continue to incur utility charges for the building. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded the item with a favorable recommendation on June 9, 2026. The resolution authorizes the County Mayor or designee to execute the agreement. No public comment or stakeholder sentiment is stated in the document.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Adopted on July 21, 2026; forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee on June 9, 2026
- Address:
- 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138
- Applicant:
- Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. (PHSS), a Florida not for profit entity; Prime Sponsor Commissioner Keon Hardemon; Co-Sponsor Vicki L. Lopez
PELICAN HARBOR SEABIRD STATION
Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners is considering a resolution to waive competitive bidding procedures to approve a Programming Partnership Operating and Management Agreement between Miami-Dade County and Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. This agreement allows Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc., a not-for-profit entity, to continue operating the Pelican Harbor Seabird Station for the care of sick and injured seabirds. The agreement is for a term through April 1, 2027, with yearly fees to the County of $300.00. The Seabird Station is located at Pelican Harbor Marina, 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138, and will relocate to a new facility on or before April 1, 2027. The Board is being asked to authorize the County Mayor or designee to execute the agreement. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded this item to the Board with a favorable recommendation. The item requires a two-thirds vote for approval.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Before the Board (Resolution to be voted on)
- Address:
- 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138
- Applicant:
- Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc.
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