Board of County Commissioners: July 2026
Miami-Dade County
BBEETF DISBURSEMENT OF $650K FOR MOORING BUOY PROGRAM
Miami-Dade County is authorizing the disbursement of up to $650,000.00 from the Biscayne Bay Environmental Enhancement Trust Fund for the installation, maintenance, and management of mooring buoys in the Miami-Dade County Mooring Buoy Program. The program, established in 2009 and expanded in 2023, protects natural and artificial reefs offshore in coastal waters. The funds will cover quarterly maintenance by a contractor, including repairs, replacement, or installation of anchors, hardware, lines, and buoys, as well as interim inspections and public education. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded this item with a favorable recommendation to the Board of County Commissioners. The program's mooring buoys are located offshore of Commission Districts 4, 5, and 7.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee; pending Board of County Commissioners approval.
- Address:
- Coastal waters of Miami-Dade County
- Applicant:
- Department of Environmental Resources Management (DERM)
BBEETF DISBURSEMENT OF $650K FOR MOORING BUOY PROGRAM
The document is a legislative item for a Miami-Dade County Resolution (File Number 260942, Reference R-658-26) that was Adopted on 7/21/2026. It authorizes the disbursement of up to $650,000.00 from the Biscayne Bay Environmental Enhancement Trust Fund (BBEETF) for the installation, maintenance, and management of mooring buoys through the Miami-Dade County Mooring Buoy Program. The program protects offshore natural and artificial reefs, with buoys located offshore of Commission Districts 4, 5, and 7. The program was established in 2009 and expanded in 2023, with 54 mooring buoys placed at 14 sites from Golden Beach south to the northern border of Biscayne National Park. The funds will be overseen by the Restoration and Enhancement Section of the Department of Environmental Resources Management (DERM). A previous disbursement of $350,000.00 was authorized in 2018 via Resolution R-1172-18 and has been fully utilized. The item was introduced on 5/20/2026, forwarded with a 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 sponsor is Vicki L. Lopez. The unencumbered balance of the BBEETF as of December 31, 2025, is $9,908,471.94. No public comment or stakeholder sentiment is stated in the document.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Adopted
- Applicant:
- Department of Environmental Resources Management (DERM)
BBEETF DISBURSEMENT OF $650K FOR MOORING BUOY PROGRAM
The document is a resolution authorizing the disbursement of up to $650,000.00 from the Biscayne Bay Environmental Enhancement Trust Fund for the installation, maintenance, and management of mooring buoys through the Miami-Dade County Mooring Buoy Program. The program protects offshore natural and artificial reefs and includes 54 mooring buoys at 14 sites from Golden Beach south to the northern border of Biscayne National Park. The buoys are located offshore of Commission District 4, District 5, and District 7. The resolution was adopted by the Board of County Commissioners on 7/21/2026. The applicant is the Department of Environmental Resources Management. The case file number is 260942, reference R-658-26. The program requires quarterly maintenance by a contractor. A previous disbursement of $350,000.00 was authorized in 2018 under Resolution R-1172-18 and has been fully utilized. The unencumbered balance of the trust fund as of December 31, 2025, is $9,908,471.94. 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:
- Not stated. The mooring buoys are located in the coastal waters of Miami-Dade County, offshore of Commission District 4, District 5, and District 7, from Golden Beach south to the northern border of Biscayne National Park.
- Applicant:
- Department of Environmental Resources Management (DERM).
BBEETF DISBURSEMENT OF $650K FOR MOORING BUOY PROGRAM
The document is a legislative item for a resolution authorizing the disbursement of up to $650,000.00 from the Biscayne Bay Environmental Enhancement Trust Fund for the installation, maintenance, and management of mooring buoys through the Miami-Dade County Mooring Buoy Program. The resolution was introduced on 5/20/2026, 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 program protects offshore natural and artificial reefs, with buoys located offshore of Commission Districts 4, 5, and 7. The program was established in 2009 and expanded in 2023, with 54 mooring buoys placed at 14 sites from Golden Beach south to the northern border of Biscayne National Park. A previous disbursement of $350,000.00 was authorized in 2018 and fully utilized. The unencumbered balance of the trust fund as of December 31, 2025, is $9,908,471.94. The sponsor is Vicki L. Lopez, and the requester is the Department of Environmental Resources Management. The file number is 260942, and the reference is R-658-26. No public comment or stakeholder sentiment is stated in the document.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Adopted
- Applicant:
- Department of Environmental Resources Management
BBEETF DISBURSEMENT OF $650K FOR MOORING BUOY PROGRAM
The document is a legislative matter for Miami-Dade County, specifically a Resolution (File Number 260942, Reference R-658-26) that was Adopted on 7/21/2026. It authorizes the disbursement of up to $650,000.00 from the Biscayne Bay Environmental Enhancement Trust Fund for the installation, maintenance, and management of mooring buoys through the Miami-Dade County Mooring Buoy Program. The program protects offshore natural and artificial reefs, with buoys located offshore of Commission Districts 4, 5, and 7. The program was established in 2009 and expanded in 2023, with 54 mooring buoys placed at 14 sites from Golden Beach south to the northern border of Biscayne National Park. The work includes quarterly maintenance by a contractor, interim inspections by DERM staff, and education/outreach. The sponsor is Commissioner Vicki L. Lopez. The item was introduced on 5/20/2026, forwarded with a favorable recommendation from the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee on 6/9/2026, and adopted by the Board of County Commissioners on 7/21/2026. The unencumbered balance of the trust fund as of December 31, 2025, is $9,908,471.94. A previous disbursement of $350,000.00 was authorized in 2018 under Resolution No. R-1172-18 and has been fully utilized. The document does not state any public comment or stakeholder sentiment.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Adopted
- Applicant:
- Department of Environmental Resources Management (DERM)
BBEETF DISBURSEMENT OF $650K FOR MOORING BUOY PROGRAM
Resolution authorizing the disbursement of up to $650,000.00 from the Biscayne Bay Environmental Enhancement Trust Fund for the installation, maintenance, and management of mooring buoys through the Miami-Dade County Mooring Buoy Program. The program protects offshore natural and artificial reefs, with buoys located offshore of Commission District 4, District 5, and District 7. The program was established in 2009 and expanded in 2023, with 54 mooring buoys placed at 14 sites from Golden Beach south to the northern border of Biscayne National Park. The resolution was adopted by the Board of County Commissioners on 7/21/2026. The previous disbursement for this program was authorized in 2018 under Resolution No. R-1172-18 for $350,000.00 and has been fully utilized. The unencumbered balance of the trust fund as of December 31, 2025, is $9,908,471.94. The resolution was introduced on 5/20/2026, and the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded it to the Board with a favorable recommendation on 6/9/2026. The sponsor is Vicki L. Lopez. The file number is 260942, and the reference is R-658-26. The staff recommendation is to approve the resolution. The document does not state a specific street address, parcel, or acreage for the project.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Adopted
- Applicant:
- Department of Environmental Resources Management
BBEETF DISBURSEMENT OF $650K FOR MOORING BUOY PROGRAM
Resolution adopted authorizing disbursement of up to $650,000 from the Biscayne Bay Environmental Enhancement Trust Fund for the Miami-Dade County Mooring Buoy Program, covering installation, maintenance, and management of mooring buoys in coastal waters of Miami-Dade County. The program includes 54 mooring buoys at 14 snorkeling/diving sites from Golden Beach south to the northern border of Biscayne National Park, offshore of Commission Districts 4, 5, and 7. The work is overseen by the Restoration and Enhancement Section of DERM, with quarterly maintenance by a contractor and interim inspections by DERM staff. The unencumbered trust fund balance as of December 31, 2025, was $9,908,471.94. A prior disbursement of $350,000 was authorized in 2018 under Resolution R-1172-18 and fully utilized. Final action adopted on 7/21/2026; introduced 5/20/2026; committee forwarded with favorable recommendation on 6/9/2026.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Adopted on 7/21/2026; forwarded to BCC with favorable recommendation on 6/9/2026.
- Address:
- Not stated. Mooring buoys located in coastal waters of Miami-Dade County, from Golden Beach south to northern border of Biscayne National Park.
- Applicant:
- Department of Environmental Resources Management (DERM); sponsor Commissioner Vicki L. Lopez; Mayor Daniella Levine Cava; Chief Utilities and Regulatory Services Officer Roy Coley.
BBEETF DISBURSEMENT OF $650K FOR MOORING BUOY PROGRAM
Miami-Dade County is authorizing the disbursement of up to $650,000.00 from the Biscayne Bay Environmental Enhancement Trust Fund for the installation, maintenance, and management of mooring buoys in the Miami-Dade County Mooring Buoy Program. The program, established in 2009 and expanded in 2023, protects natural and artificial reefs offshore in coastal waters. The funds will cover quarterly maintenance by a contractor, including repairs, replacement, or installation of anchors, hardware, lines, and buoys, as well as education and outreach. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded this item with a favorable recommendation to the Board of County Commissioners. The program's mooring buoys are located offshore of Commission Districts 4, 5, and 7. A previous disbursement of $350,000.00 in 2018 has been fully utilized.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation
- Address:
- Coastal waters of Miami-Dade County
- Applicant:
- Department of Environmental Resources Management (DERM)
BBEETF DISBURSEMENT OF $650K FOR MOORING BUOY PROGRAM
Resolution authorizing the disbursement of up to $650,000.00 from the Biscayne Bay Environmental Enhancement Trust Fund for the installation, maintenance, and management of mooring buoys through the Miami-Dade County Mooring Buoy Program. The buoys are located in the coastal waters of Miami-Dade County, offshore of Commission District 4, District 5, and District 7. The program was established in 2009 and expanded in 2023. Fifty-four mooring buoys have been placed at 14 snorkeling/diving sites from Golden Beach south to the northern border of Biscayne National Park. The resolution was adopted by the Board of County Commissioners on 7/21/2026. The file number is 260942, reference R-658-26. The prime sponsor is Vicki L. Lopez. The previous disbursement for this program was authorized in 2018 pursuant to Resolution No. R-1172-18 for $350,000.00 and has been fully utilized. The unencumbered balance of the Biscayne Bay Environmental Enhancement Trust Fund as of December 31, 2025, is $9,908,471.94.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Adopted
- Applicant:
- Department of Environmental Resources Management
BBEETF DISBURSEMENT OF $650K FOR MOORING BUOY PROGRAM
The document is a legislative item for a resolution authorizing the disbursement of up to $650,000.00 from the Biscayne Bay Environmental Enhancement Trust Fund for the installation, maintenance, and management of mooring buoys through the Miami-Dade County Mooring Buoy Program. The resolution was adopted by the Board of County Commissioners on 7/21/2026. The program protects offshore natural and artificial reefs, with buoys located offshore of Commission Districts 4, 5, and 7. The program was established in 2009 and expanded in 2023, with 54 mooring buoys placed at 14 sites from Golden Beach south to the northern border of Biscayne National Park. The program requires quarterly maintenance by a contractor and interim inspections by DERM staff. A previous disbursement of $350,000.00 was authorized in 2018 under Resolution No. R-1172-18 and has been fully utilized. The unencumbered balance of the fund as of December 31, 2025, is $9,908,471.94. The sponsor is Commissioner Vicki L. Lopez. 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
- Applicant:
- Department of Environmental Resources Management
BBEETF DISBURSEMENT OF $650K FOR MOORING BUOY PROGRAM
The document is a legislative matter for Miami-Dade County, specifically a resolution authorizing the disbursement of up to $650,000.00 from the Biscayne Bay Environmental Enhancement Trust Fund for the installation, maintenance, and management of mooring buoys through the Miami-Dade County Mooring Buoy Program. The resolution was adopted on 7/21/2026. The program protects offshore natural and artificial reefs, with buoys located offshore of Commission Districts 4, 5, and 7. The program was established in 2009 and expanded in 2023, with 54 mooring buoys placed at 14 sites from Golden Beach south to the northern border of Biscayne National Park. A previous disbursement of $350,000.00 was authorized in 2018 and has been fully utilized. The unencumbered balance of the trust fund as of December 31, 2025, is $9,908,471.94. The item was introduced on 5/20/2026, forwarded to the Board of County Commissioners with a favorable recommendation from the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee on 6/9/2026, and adopted on 7/21/2026. The prime sponsor is Commissioner Vicki L. Lopez. The Department of Environmental Resources Management will oversee the activities. No public comment or stakeholder sentiment is stated in the document.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Adopted
- Applicant:
- Department of Environmental Resources Management
BBEETF DISBURSEMENT OF $650K FOR MOORING BUOY PROGRAM
Miami-Dade County is seeking authorization to disburse up to $650,000.00 from the Biscayne Bay Environmental Enhancement Trust Fund for the installation, maintenance, and management of mooring buoys within the Miami-Dade County Mooring Buoy Program. This program aims to protect natural and artificial reefs in coastal waters, specifically offshore of Commission Districts 4, 5, and 7. The work involves quarterly contractor maintenance, including repairs, replacement, or installation of anchors, hardware, lines, and buoys, as well as interim inspections by DERM staff. Education and outreach are also part of the program. A previous disbursement of $350,000.00 in 2018 for this program has been fully utilized. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded this item to the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) with a favorable recommendation. The BCC is scheduled to consider this item on July 21, 2026.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee; pending BCC decision
- Address:
- Coastal waters of Miami-Dade County
- Applicant:
- Department of Environmental Resources Management (DERM)
BBEETF DISBURSEMENT OF $650K FOR MOORING BUOY PROGRAM
Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners is considering a resolution to authorize the disbursement of up to $650,000.00 from the Biscayne Bay Environmental Enhancement Trust Fund for the Miami-Dade County Mooring Buoy Program. This funding will be used for the installation, maintenance, and management of mooring buoys in the coastal waters of Miami-Dade County. The program, established in 2009 and expanded in 2023, aims to protect natural and artificial reefs by providing designated mooring locations and preventing anchor damage. The work will be overseen by the Restoration and Enhancement Section of the Department of Environmental Resources Management (DERM). The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee has forwarded this item to the Board with a favorable recommendation. A previous disbursement of $350,000.00 was authorized in 2018 and has been fully utilized.
- 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:
- Coastal waters of Miami-Dade County
- Applicant:
- Department of Environmental Resources Management (DERM)
BBEETF DISBURSEMENT OF $650K FOR MOORING BUOY PROGRAM
The document is a legislative item for a resolution authorizing the disbursement of up to $650,000.00 from the Biscayne Bay Environmental Enhancement Trust Fund for the installation, maintenance, and management of mooring buoys through the Miami-Dade County Mooring Buoy Program. The resolution was introduced on 5/20/2026, 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 program protects offshore natural and artificial reefs, with buoys located offshore of Commission District 4, District 5, and District 7. Fifty-four mooring buoys have been placed at 14 sites from Golden Beach south to the northern border of Biscayne National Park. The program requires quarterly maintenance by a contractor and interim inspections by DERM staff. A previous disbursement of $350,000.00 was authorized in 2018 and has been fully utilized. The unencumbered balance of the trust fund as of December 31, 2025, is $9,908,471.94. The sponsor is Vicki L. Lopez. The file number is 260942, reference R-658-26. The final action was on 7/21/2026. The document does not state any public comment or stakeholder sentiment.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Adopted
- Applicant:
- Department of Environmental Resources Management (DERM); sponsor Vicki L. Lopez
BBEETF DISBURSEMENT OF $650K FOR MOORING BUOY PROGRAM
Resolution adopted on 7/21/2026 authorizing disbursement of up to $650,000 from the Biscayne Bay Environmental Enhancement Trust Fund for installation, maintenance, and management of mooring buoys in the Miami-Dade County Mooring Buoy Program. The program has 54 mooring buoys at 14 snorkeling/diving sites from Golden Beach south to the northern border of Biscayne National Park. The buoys are located offshore of Commission District 4, District 5, and District 7. The program was established in 2009 and expanded in 2023. A previous disbursement of $350,000 was authorized in 2018 under Resolution R-1172-18 and has been fully utilized. The unencumbered balance of the fund as of December 31, 2025, is $9,908,471.94. The activities will be conducted by the Restoration and Enhancement Section of the Department of Environmental Resources Management. 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 sponsor is Vicki L. Lopez. The requester is the Department of Environmental Resources Management. No public comment or stakeholder sentiment is stated in the document.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Adopted
- Applicant:
- Department of Environmental Resources Management
BBEETF DISBURSEMENT OF $650K FOR MOORING BUOY PROGRAM
Miami-Dade County is seeking authorization to disburse up to $650,000.00 from the Biscayne Bay Environmental Enhancement Trust Fund for the installation, maintenance, and management of mooring buoys within the Miami-Dade County Mooring Buoy Program. This program, established in 2009 and expanded in 2023, aims to protect natural and artificial reefs by providing designated mooring locations, thereby reducing anchor damage. The funds will cover quarterly contractor maintenance, including repairs and replacements of anchors, hardware, lines, and buoys, as well as interim inspections by Department of Environmental Resources Management (DERM) staff and public education efforts. The program's mooring buoys are located offshore of Commission Districts 4, 5, and 7. A previous disbursement of $350,000.00 in 2018 has been fully utilized. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded this item to the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) with a favorable recommendation.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee. Seeking authorization for disbursement.
- Address:
- Coastal waters of Miami-Dade County
- Applicant:
- Department of Environmental Resources Management (DERM)
BBEETF DISBURSEMENT OF $650K FOR MOORING BUOY PROGRAM
Miami-Dade County is authorizing the disbursement of up to $650,000.00 from the Biscayne Bay Environmental Enhancement Trust Fund for the installation, maintenance, and management of mooring buoys through the Miami-Dade County Mooring Buoy Program. The program protects offshore natural and artificial reefs and is located offshore of Commission Districts 4, 5, and 7. The work involves quarterly maintenance by a contractor, including repairing, replacing, or installing anchors, hardware, lines, and buoys, as well as interim inspections by DERM staff. Education and outreach are also part of the program. A previous disbursement of $350,000.00 was authorized in 2018 and has been fully utilized. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded this item to the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) with a favorable recommendation. The BCC is expected to make a final decision on July 21, 2026.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee; pending BCC final action.
- Address:
- Coastal waters of Miami-Dade County
- Applicant:
- Department of Environmental Resources Management (DERM)
BBEETF DISBURSEMENT OF $650K FOR MOORING BUOY PROGRAM
The document is a legislative item for a resolution authorizing the disbursement of up to $650,000.00 from the Biscayne Bay Environmental Enhancement Trust Fund for the installation, maintenance, and management of mooring buoys through the Miami-Dade County Mooring Buoy Program. The resolution was adopted by the Board of County Commissioners on 7/21/2026. The program covers 54 mooring buoys at 14 sites from Golden Beach south to the northern border of Biscayne National Park, offshore of Commission Districts 4, 5, and 7. The applicant is the Department of Environmental Resources Management, with Vicki L. Lopez as prime sponsor. The file number is 260942, reference R-658-26. The program was established in 2009 and expanded in 2023. A previous disbursement of $350,000.00 was authorized in 2018 under Resolution R-1172-18 and has been fully utilized. The unencumbered balance of the fund as of December 31, 2025, is $9,908,471.94. The manager of the Restoration & Enhancement Section within DERM, Laura Eldredge, will monitor activities. The item was forwarded to the BCC 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
- Applicant:
- Department of Environmental Resources Management
BBEETF DISBURSEMENT OF $650K FOR MOORING BUOY PROGRAM
The document is a legislative item for Miami-Dade County, file number 260942, a resolution (R-658-26) adopted on 7/21/2026. It authorizes the disbursement of up to $650,000.00 from the Biscayne Bay Environmental Enhancement Trust Fund (BBEETF) for the installation, maintenance, and management of mooring buoys through the Miami-Dade County Mooring Buoy Program. The program protects offshore natural and artificial reefs, with buoys located offshore of Commission Districts 4, 5, and 7. The program was established in 2009 and expanded in 2023, with 54 mooring buoys placed at 14 sites from Golden Beach south to the northern border of Biscayne National Park. The resolution was introduced on 5/20/2026, 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 sponsor is Vicki L. Lopez. The requester is the Department of Environmental Resources Management. The unencumbered balance of the BBEETF as of December 31, 2025, is $9,908,471.94. A previous disbursement of $350,000.00 was authorized in 2018 via Resolution No. R-1172-18 and has been fully utilized. The Manager of the Restoration & Enhancement Section within DERM, Laura Eldredge, will monitor activities. The document does not state a specific street address, parcel, or folio. The document does not state a specific project size in acreage or number of units/lots, but it states 54 mooring buoys at 14 sites. The document does not state a change in zoning or land use. The document does not state an applicant or developer name; the requester is the Department of Environmental Resources Management. The document does not state any public comment or stakeholder sentiment.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Adopted
- Applicant:
- Department of Environmental Resources Management (requester)
BBEETF DISBURSEMENT OF $650K FOR MOORING BUOY PROGRAM
Miami-Dade County is seeking authorization to disburse up to $650,000.00 from the Biscayne Bay Environmental Enhancement Trust Fund for the installation, maintenance, and management of mooring buoys within the Miami-Dade County Mooring Buoy Program. This program, established in 2009 and expanded in 2023, aims to protect natural and artificial reefs by providing designated mooring locations, thereby reducing anchor damage. The funds will cover quarterly contractor maintenance, including repairs, replacements, and installations of anchors, hardware, lines, and buoys, as well as interim inspections and public education. The program is located offshore in coastal waters, specifically in areas offshore of Commission Districts 4, 5, and 7. A previous disbursement of $350,000.00 in 2018 has been fully utilized. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded this item to the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) with a favorable recommendation.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation
- Address:
- Coastal waters of Miami-Dade County
- Applicant:
- Department of Environmental Resources Management (DERM)
BBEETF DISBURSEMENT OF $650K FOR MOORING BUOY PROGRAM
Miami-Dade County is seeking authorization to disburse up to $650,000.00 from the Biscayne Bay Environmental Enhancement Trust Fund for the installation, maintenance, and management of mooring buoys within the Miami-Dade County Mooring Buoy Program. This program, established in 2009 and expanded in 2023, aims to protect natural and artificial reefs by providing designated mooring locations and reducing anchor damage. The funds will cover quarterly contractor maintenance, including repairs and replacements of anchors, hardware, lines, and buoys, as well as interim inspections by Department of Environmental Resources Management (DERM) staff and public education. The program's mooring buoys are located offshore in Commission Districts 4, 5, and 7. A previous disbursement of $350,000.00 in 2018 has been fully utilized. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded this item to the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) with a favorable recommendation.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee. Seeking authorization for disbursement.
- Address:
- Coastal waters of Miami-Dade County
- Applicant:
- Department of Environmental Resources Management (DERM)
BBEETF DISBURSEMENT OF $650K FOR MOORING BUOY PROGRAM
The document is a resolution authorizing the disbursement of up to $650,000.00 from the Biscayne Bay Environmental Enhancement Trust Fund for the installation, maintenance, and management of mooring buoys through the Miami-Dade County Mooring Buoy Program. The resolution was adopted by the Board of County Commissioners on 7/21/2026. The program protects offshore natural and artificial reefs, with buoys located offshore of Commission Districts 4, 5, and 7. Fifty-four mooring buoys have been placed at 14 sites from Golden Beach south to the northern border of Biscayne National Park. The program requires quarterly maintenance by a contractor. A previous disbursement of $350,000.00 was authorized in 2018 under Resolution No. R-1172-18 and has been fully utilized. The unencumbered balance of the trust fund as of December 31, 2025, is $9,908,471.94. The item was introduced on 5/20/2026, forwarded to the BCC 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 Commissioner Vicki L. Lopez. The requester is the Department of Environmental Resources Management. The file number is 260942, reference R-658-26. No public comment or stakeholder sentiment is stated in the document.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Adopted
- Applicant:
- Department of Environmental Resources Management (DERM)
BBEETF DISBURSEMENT OF $650K FOR MOORING BUOY PROGRAM
Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners adopted Resolution R-658-26 (File Number 260942) on 7/21/2026, authorizing disbursement of up to $650,000.00 from the Biscayne Bay Environmental Enhancement Trust Fund for the installation, maintenance, and management of mooring buoys in the Miami-Dade County Mooring Buoy Program in the coastal waters of Miami-Dade County. The program was established in 2009 and expanded in 2023, with 54 mooring buoys placed at 14 popular snorkeling/diving sites from Golden Beach south to the northern border of Biscayne National Park. The buoys are located offshore of Commission District 4 (Commissioner Micky Steinberg), District 5 (Commissioner Vicki L. Lopez), and District 7 (Commissioner Raquel A. Regalado). The program requires quarterly maintenance by a contractor and interim inspections by DERM staff. A previous disbursement of $350,000.00 was authorized in 2018 under Resolution R-1172-18 and has been fully utilized. The unencumbered balance of the trust fund as of December 31, 2025, was $9,908,471.94. The item was introduced on 5/20/2026, forwarded to the Board with a favorable recommendation by the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee on 6/9/2026, and adopted on 7/21/2026. Prime sponsor: Vicki L. Lopez. Requester: Department of Environmental Resources Management. No public comment or stakeholder sentiment is stated in the document.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Adopted
- Applicant:
- Department of Environmental Resources Management (DERM); prime sponsor Vicki L. Lopez
BBEETF DISBURSEMENT OF $650K FOR MOORING BUOY PROGRAM
Miami-Dade County is seeking authorization to disburse up to $650,000.00 from the Biscayne Bay Environmental Enhancement Trust Fund for the installation, maintenance, and management of mooring buoys within the Miami-Dade County Mooring Buoy Program. This program, established in 2009 and expanded in 2023, aims to protect natural and artificial reefs by providing designated mooring locations, thereby reducing anchor damage. The work will be conducted and overseen by the Restoration and Enhancement Section of the Department of Environmental Resources Management (DERM). The program currently has 54 mooring buoys at 14 sites from Golden Beach to the northern border of Biscayne National Park. Quarterly maintenance by a contractor is required, along with interim inspections by DERM staff. Education and outreach are also part of the program. A previous disbursement of $350,000.00 in 2018 has been fully utilized. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded this item to the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) with a favorable recommendation.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation
- Address:
- Coastal waters of Miami-Dade County
- Applicant:
- Department of Environmental Resources Management (DERM)
BBEETF DISBURSEMENT OF $650K FOR MOORING BUOY PROGRAM
The Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners adopted Resolution R-658-26 (File Number 260942) on July 21, 2026, authorizing the disbursement of up to $650,000.00 from the Biscayne Bay Environmental Enhancement Trust Fund for the installation, maintenance, and management of mooring buoys through the Miami-Dade County Mooring Buoy Program. The program covers 54 mooring buoys at 14 snorkeling/diving sites in coastal waters offshore of Commission Districts 4, 5, and 7, from Golden Beach south to the northern border of Biscayne National Park. The program was established in 2009 and expanded in 2023. A previous disbursement of $350,000.00 was authorized in 2018 under Resolution R-1172-18 and has been fully utilized. The unencumbered balance of the trust fund as of December 31, 2025, is $9,908,471.94. The Department of Environmental Resources Management (DERM) Restoration and Enhancement Section will oversee the work, with quarterly maintenance by a contractor and interim inspections by DERM staff. The item was introduced on May 20, 2026, forwarded with a favorable recommendation by the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee on June 9, 2026, and adopted by the Board on July 21, 2026. The sponsor is Commissioner 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
- Applicant:
- Department of Environmental Resources Management (DERM); sponsor Commissioner Vicki L. Lopez
BBEETF DISBURSEMENT OF $650K FOR MOORING BUOY PROGRAM
Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners is considering a resolution to authorize the disbursement of up to $650,000.00 from the Biscayne Bay Environmental Enhancement Trust Fund for the Miami-Dade County Mooring Buoy Program. This program involves the installation, maintenance, and management of mooring buoys in the coastal waters of Miami-Dade County, specifically offshore of Commission Districts 4, 5, and 7. The program, established in 2009 and expanded in 2023, aims to protect natural and artificial reefs from anchor damage and provide boating, fishing, and diving access. The work will be overseen by the Restoration and Enhancement Section of the Department of Environmental Resources Management (DERM). Quarterly contractor maintenance is required, along with interim inspections by DERM staff. Education and outreach are also part of the program. A previous disbursement of $350,000.00 in 2018 for this program has been fully utilized. 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:
- Coastal waters of Miami-Dade County
- Applicant:
- Department of Environmental Resources Management (DERM)
BBEETF DISBURSEMENT OF $650K FOR MOORING BUOY PROGRAM
The document is a legislative item for a resolution authorizing the disbursement of up to $650,000.00 from the Biscayne Bay Environmental Enhancement Trust Fund for the installation, maintenance, and management of mooring buoys through the Miami-Dade County Mooring Buoy Program. The resolution was adopted by the Board of County Commissioners on 7/21/2026. The program involves 54 mooring buoys at 14 sites from Golden Beach south to the northern border of Biscayne National Park. The buoys are located offshore of Commission District 4, District 5, and District 7. The applicant is not stated; the requester is the Department of Environmental Resources Management. The file number is 260942. The resolution number is R-658-26. The program was established in 2009 and expanded in 2023. A previous disbursement of $350,000.00 was authorized in 2018 via Resolution No. R-1172-18 and has been fully utilized. The unencumbered balance of the trust fund as of December 31, 2025, is $9,908,471.94. The manager of the Restoration & Enhancement Section within DERM, Laura Eldredge, will monitor activities. The sponsor is Vicki L. Lopez. The item was introduced on 5/20/2026. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded it to the Board with a favorable recommendation 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
BBEETF DISBURSEMENT OF $650K FOR MOORING BUOY PROGRAM
Resolution R-658-26, adopted by the Miami-Dade County Commission on 7/21/2026, authorizes the disbursement of up to $650,000.00 from the Biscayne Bay Environmental Enhancement Trust Fund for the installation, maintenance, and management of mooring buoys through the Miami-Dade County Mooring Buoy Program. The program covers 54 mooring buoys at 14 snorkeling/diving sites offshore from Golden Beach south to the northern border of Biscayne National Park, in the coastal waters of Miami-Dade County. The buoys are located offshore of Commission District 4 (Commissioner Micky Steinberg), District 5 (Commissioner Vicki L. Lopez), and District 7 (Commissioner Raquel A. Regalado). The program was established in 2009 and expanded in 2023. A previous disbursement of $350,000.00 was authorized in 2018 under Resolution R-1172-18 and has been fully utilized. The unencumbered balance of the trust fund as of December 31, 2025, is $9,908,471.94. The resolution was introduced on 5/20/2026, forwarded with a 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 prime sponsor is Commissioner Vicki L. Lopez. The requester is the Department of Environmental Resources Management. The manager of the Restoration & Enhancement Section within DERM, Laura Eldredge, will monitor activities. The item was assigned to Roy Coley on 5/20/2026 and to the County Attorney on 7/21/2026. The document does not state a specific street address, parcel or folio number, or acreage. The document does not state any public comment or stakeholder sentiment.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Adopted
- Applicant:
- Department of Environmental Resources Management
BBEETF DISBURSEMENT OF $650K FOR MOORING BUOY PROGRAM
Miami-Dade County is authorizing the disbursement of up to $650,000.00 from the Biscayne Bay Environmental Enhancement Trust Fund for the installation, maintenance, and management of mooring buoys within the Miami-Dade County Mooring Buoy Program. This program, established in 2009 and expanded in 2023, aims to protect natural and artificial reefs by providing designated mooring locations and reducing anchor damage. The funds will cover quarterly contractor maintenance, including repairs and replacements of anchors, hardware, lines, and buoys, as well as DERM staff's interim inspections and public education efforts. The program's mooring buoys are located offshore in Commission Districts 4, 5, and 7. A previous disbursement of $350,000.00 in 2018 has been fully utilized. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded this item with a favorable recommendation to the Board of County Commissioners (BCC).
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee; resolution seeks authorization for disbursement.
- Address:
- Coastal waters of Miami-Dade County
- Applicant:
- Department of Environmental Resources Management (DERM)
BBEETF DISBURSEMENT OF $650K FOR MOORING BUOY PROGRAM
The document is a legislative item for a resolution authorizing the disbursement of up to $650,000.00 from the Biscayne Bay Environmental Enhancement Trust Fund for the installation, maintenance, and management of mooring buoys through the Miami-Dade County Mooring Buoy Program. The resolution was adopted by the Board of County Commissioners on 7/21/2026. The program protects offshore natural and artificial reefs and includes 54 mooring buoys at 14 sites from Golden Beach south to the northern border of Biscayne National Park. The buoys are located offshore of Commission District 4, District 5, and District 7. The applicant/requester is the Department of Environmental Resources Management, with Vicki L. Lopez as prime sponsor. The file number is 260942, and the reference is R-658-26. The fiscal impact is up to $650,000.00 from the BBEETF, with an unencumbered balance of $9,908,471.94 as of December 31, 2025. A previous disbursement of $350,000.00 was authorized in 2018 under Resolution No. R-1172-18 and has been fully utilized. The program requires quarterly maintenance by a contractor and interim inspections by DERM staff. The manager of the Restoration & Enhancement Section within DERM, Laura Eldredge, will monitor activities. No public comment or stakeholder sentiment is stated in the document.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Adopted
- Applicant:
- Department of Environmental Resources Management
BBEETF DISBURSEMENT OF $650K FOR MOORING BUOY PROGRAM
Miami-Dade County is seeking authorization to disburse up to $650,000.00 from the Biscayne Bay Environmental Enhancement Trust Fund for the installation, maintenance, and management of mooring buoys within the Miami-Dade County Mooring Buoy Program. The program, established in 2009 and expanded in 2023, aims to protect natural and artificial reefs by providing designated mooring locations, thereby reducing anchor damage. The funds will cover quarterly contractor maintenance, including repairs, replacements, and installations of anchors, hardware, lines, and buoys, as well as interim inspections by DERM staff and public education. This initiative is located in the coastal waters of Miami-Dade County, offshore of Commission Districts 4, 5, and 7. A previous disbursement of $350,000.00 in 2018 for this program has been fully utilized. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded this item to the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) with a favorable recommendation.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee; pending BCC approval
- Address:
- Coastal waters of Miami-Dade County
- Applicant:
- Department of Environmental Resources Management (DERM)
BBEETF DISBURSEMENT OF $650K FOR MOORING BUOY PROGRAM
Miami-Dade County is authorizing the disbursement of up to $650,000.00 from the Biscayne Bay Environmental Enhancement Trust Fund for the installation, maintenance, and management of mooring buoys within the Miami-Dade County Mooring Buoy Program. This program, established in 2009 and expanded in 2023, aims to protect natural and artificial reefs by providing designated mooring locations and reducing anchor damage. The funds will cover quarterly contractor maintenance, including repairs, replacements, and installations of anchors, hardware, lines, and buoys, as well as DERM staff's interim inspections and public education/outreach. The program's mooring buoys are located offshore in coastal waters, specifically noted as being offshore of Commission Districts 4, 5, and 7. A previous disbursement of $350,000.00 in 2018 for this program has been fully utilized. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded this item with a favorable recommendation to the Board of County Commissioners (BCC).
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee; resolution seeks authorization for disbursement.
- Address:
- Coastal waters of Miami-Dade County
- Applicant:
- Department of Environmental Resources Management (DERM)
BBEETF DISBURSEMENT OF $650K FOR MOORING BUOY PROGRAM
Miami-Dade County is seeking authorization to disburse up to $650,000.00 from the Biscayne Bay Environmental Enhancement Trust Fund for the installation, maintenance, and management of mooring buoys within the Miami-Dade County Mooring Buoy Program. This program, established in 2009 and expanded in 2023, aims to protect natural and artificial reefs by providing designated mooring locations for boaters, thereby preventing anchor damage. The funds will cover quarterly contractor maintenance, including repairs, replacements, and installations of anchors, hardware, lines, and buoys, as well as interim inspections by DERM staff and public education. The program's mooring buoys are located offshore in Commission Districts 4, 5, and 7. A previous disbursement of $350,000.00 in 2018 has been fully utilized. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded this item to the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) with a favorable recommendation.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee; staff recommends approval by the Board of County Commissioners.
- Address:
- Coastal waters of Miami-Dade County
- Applicant:
- Department of Environmental Resources Management (DERM)
BBEETF DISBURSEMENT OF $650K FOR MOORING BUOY PROGRAM
Resolution authorizing disbursement of up to $650,000 from the Biscayne Bay Environmental Enhancement Trust Fund for installation, maintenance, and management of mooring buoys in the Miami-Dade County Mooring Buoy Program. The program has 54 mooring buoys at 14 snorkeling/diving sites from Golden Beach south to the northern border of Biscayne National Park, offshore of Commission Districts 4, 5, and 7. Adopted by the Board of County Commissioners on 7/21/2026. No specific street address, parcel, or acreage is stated. No public comment or stakeholder sentiment is stated.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Adopted
- Applicant:
- Department of Environmental Resources Management (DERM); sponsor Vicki L. Lopez
BBEETF DISBURSEMENT OF $650K FOR MOORING BUOY PROGRAM
The document is a legislative matter for Miami-Dade County, specifically a resolution authorizing the disbursement of up to $650,000.00 from the Biscayne Bay Environmental Enhancement Trust Fund for the Miami-Dade County Mooring Buoy Program. The resolution was adopted by the Board of County Commissioners on 7/21/2026. The program involves the installation, maintenance, and management of mooring buoys in the coastal waters of Miami-Dade County. The buoys are located offshore of Commission District 4, District 5, and District 7. The program was established in 2009 and expanded in 2023, with 54 mooring buoys placed at 14 sites from Golden Beach south to the northern border of Biscayne National Park. The funds will be used for installation, maintenance, and management, including quarterly maintenance by a contractor and interim inspections by DERM staff. A previous disbursement of $350,000.00 was authorized in 2018 under Resolution No. R-1172-18 and has been fully utilized. The unencumbered balance of the trust fund as of December 31, 2025, is $9,908,471.94. The sponsor is Vicki L. Lopez. The file number is 260942, reference R-658-26. The item was introduced on 5/20/2026 and forwarded to the BCC 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
- Applicant:
- Department of Environmental Resources Management
BBEETF DISBURSEMENT OF $650K FOR MOORING BUOY PROGRAM
Miami-Dade County is seeking authorization to disburse up to $650,000.00 from the Biscayne Bay Environmental Enhancement Trust Fund for the installation, maintenance, and management of mooring buoys within the Miami-Dade County Mooring Buoy Program. This program aims to protect natural and artificial reefs by providing designated mooring locations, thereby reducing anchor damage. The funds will cover contractor maintenance, including repairs, replacements, and installations of anchors, hardware, lines, and buoys, as well as interim inspections and public education. The program, established in 2009 and expanded in 2023, currently has 54 mooring buoys located offshore in Commission Districts 4, 5, and 7. A previous disbursement of $350,000.00 in 2018 has been fully utilized. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded this item to the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) with a favorable recommendation.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee; staff recommends approval by the Board of County Commissioners.
- Address:
- Coastal waters of Miami-Dade County
- Applicant:
- Department of Environmental Resources Management (DERM)
BBEETF DISBURSEMENT OF $650K FOR MOORING BUOY PROGRAM
Miami-Dade County is seeking authorization to disburse up to $650,000.00 from the Biscayne Bay Environmental Enhancement Trust Fund for the installation, maintenance, and management of mooring buoys within the Miami-Dade County Mooring Buoy Program. This program, established in 2009 and expanded in 2023, aims to protect natural and artificial reefs by providing designated mooring locations and preventing anchor damage. The work will be conducted and overseen by the Restoration and Enhancement Section of the Department of Environmental Resources Management (DERM). The program currently has 54 mooring buoys at 14 sites from Golden Beach to the northern border of Biscayne National Park, located offshore of Commission Districts 4, 5, and 7. Quarterly maintenance by a contractor is required, along with interim inspections by DERM staff. Education and outreach are also part of the program. A previous disbursement of $350,000.00 in 2018 has been fully utilized. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded this item to the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) with a favorable recommendation.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation (by Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee); seeking approval from Board of County Commissioners
- Address:
- Coastal waters of Miami-Dade County
- Applicant:
- Department of Environmental Resources Management (DERM)
BBEETF DISBURSEMENT OF $650K FOR MOORING BUOY PROGRAM
The document is a legislative item for a resolution authorizing the disbursement of up to $650,000.00 from the Biscayne Bay Environmental Enhancement Trust Fund for the installation, maintenance, and management of mooring buoys through the Miami-Dade County Mooring Buoy Program. The resolution was adopted by the Board of County Commissioners on 7/21/2026. The program involves 54 mooring buoys at 14 sites from Golden Beach south to the northern border of Biscayne National Park. The buoys are located offshore of Commission District 4, District 5, and District 7. The applicant/requester is the Department of Environmental Resources Management. The file number is 260942. The resolution number is R-658-26. The sponsor is Vicki L. Lopez. The program was established in 2009 and expanded in 2023. A previous disbursement of $350,000.00 was authorized in 2018 via Resolution No. R-1172-18 and has been fully utilized. The unencumbered balance of the trust fund as of December 31, 2025, is $9,908,471.94. The item was introduced on 5/20/2026, forwarded to the Board with a favorable recommendation by the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee on 6/9/2026, and adopted 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
- Applicant:
- Department of Environmental Resources Management
BBEETF DISBURSEMENT OF $650K FOR MOORING BUOY PROGRAM
The document is a legislative item for a resolution authorizing the disbursement of up to $650,000.00 from the Biscayne Bay Environmental Enhancement Trust Fund for the installation, maintenance, and management of mooring buoys through the Miami-Dade County Mooring Buoy Program. The resolution was adopted by the Board of County Commissioners on 7/21/2026. The program protects offshore natural and artificial reefs and has 54 mooring buoys at 14 sites from Golden Beach south to the northern border of Biscayne National Park. The buoys are located offshore of Commission District 4, District 5, and District 7. The applicant is not stated; the requester is the Department of Environmental Resources Management. The file number is 260942. The resolution number is R-658-26. The program was established in 2009 and expanded in 2023. A previous disbursement of $350,000.00 was authorized in 2018. The unencumbered balance of the fund as of December 31, 2025, is $9,908,471.94. The manager of the Restoration & Enhancement Section within DERM, Laura Eldredge, will monitor activities. The item was introduced on 5/20/2026, forwarded to the BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee on 6/9/2026, and adopted on 7/21/2026. The 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
BBEETF DISBURSEMENT OF $650K FOR MOORING BUOY PROGRAM
The document is a resolution authorizing the disbursement of up to $650,000.00 from the Biscayne Bay Environmental Enhancement Trust Fund for the installation, maintenance, and management of mooring buoys through the Miami-Dade County Mooring Buoy Program. The buoys are located in the coastal waters of Miami-Dade County, offshore of Commission Districts 4, 5, and 7. The program has 54 mooring buoys at 14 sites from Golden Beach south to the northern border of Biscayne National Park. The resolution was adopted by the Board of County Commissioners on 7/21/2026. The applicant is the Department of Environmental Resources Management, with Vicki L. Lopez as prime sponsor. The case file number is 260942, reference R-658-26. No specific street address, parcel, or acreage is stated. The document does not include public comment or stakeholder sentiment.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Adopted
- Applicant:
- Department of Environmental Resources Management
BBEETF DISBURSEMENT OF $650K FOR MOORING BUOY PROGRAM
Miami-Dade County is authorizing the disbursement of up to $650,000.00 from the Biscayne Bay Environmental Enhancement Trust Fund for the installation, maintenance, and management of mooring buoys within the Miami-Dade County Mooring Buoy Program. This program, established in 2009 and expanded in 2023, aims to protect natural and artificial reefs by providing designated mooring locations, thereby reducing anchor damage. The funds will cover quarterly contractor maintenance, including repairs and replacements of anchors, hardware, lines, and buoys, as well as DERM staff's interim inspections and public education outreach. The program's mooring buoys are located offshore in coastal waters, specifically noted as being offshore of Commission Districts 4, 5, and 7. A previous disbursement of $350,000.00 in 2018 has been fully utilized. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded this item with a favorable recommendation to the Board of County Commissioners (BCC).
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee; resolution seeks authorization for disbursement from the Board of County Commissioners.
- Address:
- Coastal waters of Miami-Dade County
- Applicant:
- Department of Environmental Resources Management (DERM)
BBEETF DISBURSEMENT OF $650K FOR MOORING BUOY PROGRAM
The document is a resolution authorizing the disbursement of up to $650,000.00 from the Biscayne Bay Environmental Enhancement Trust Fund for the installation, maintenance, and management of mooring buoys through the Miami-Dade County Mooring Buoy Program. The program protects offshore natural and artificial reefs and includes 54 mooring buoys at 14 popular snorkeling/diving sites from Golden Beach south to the northern border of Biscayne National Park. The buoys are located offshore of Commission District 4, District 5, and District 7. The resolution was adopted on 7/21/2026. The applicant is the Department of Environmental Resources Management, with Commissioner Vicki L. Lopez as prime sponsor. The case file number is 260942, reference R-658-26. The unencumbered balance of the trust fund as of December 31, 2025, is $9,908,471.94. A previous disbursement of $350,000.00 was authorized in 2018 under Resolution No. R-1172-18 and has been fully utilized. The program requires quarterly maintenance by a contractor and interim inspections by DERM staff. The manager of the Restoration & Enhancement Section within DERM, Laura Eldredge, will monitor activities. 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. No public comment or stakeholder sentiment is stated in the document.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Adopted
- Applicant:
- Department of Environmental Resources Management
BBEETF DISBURSEMENT OF $650K FOR MOORING BUOY PROGRAM
Miami-Dade County is seeking authorization to disburse up to $650,000.00 from the Biscayne Bay Environmental Enhancement Trust Fund for the installation, maintenance, and management of mooring buoys within the Miami-Dade County Mooring Buoy Program. This program, established in 2009 and expanded in 2023, aims to protect natural and artificial reefs by providing designated mooring locations and reducing anchor damage. The funds will cover quarterly contractor maintenance, including repairs, replacements, and installations of anchors, hardware, lines, and buoys, as well as DERM staff's interim inspections and public education/outreach. The program's mooring buoys are located offshore in Commission Districts 4, 5, and 7. A previous disbursement of $350,000.00 in 2018 for this program has been fully utilized. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded this item with a favorable recommendation to the Board of County Commissioners (BCC).
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee; staff recommends approval by the Board of County Commissioners.
- Address:
- Coastal waters of Miami-Dade County
- Applicant:
- Department of Environmental Resources Management (DERM)
BBEETF DISBURSEMENT OF $650K FOR MOORING BUOY PROGRAM
Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners adopted Resolution R-658-26 (Legislative Item File Number 260942) authorizing disbursement of up to $650,000.00 from the Biscayne Bay Environmental Enhancement Trust Fund for the Miami-Dade County Mooring Buoy Program. The program covers installation, maintenance, and management of mooring buoys in coastal waters of Miami-Dade County, located offshore of Commission Districts 4, 5, and 7. The program was established in 2009 and expanded in 2023, with 54 mooring buoys placed at 14 snorkeling/diving sites from Golden Beach south to the northern border of Biscayne National Park. The resolution was introduced 5/20/2026, forwarded with favorable recommendation by the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee on 6/9/2026, and adopted on 7/21/2026. Prime sponsor: Vicki L. Lopez. Requester: Department of Environmental Resources Management. No public comment or stakeholder sentiment is stated in the document.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Adopted
- Applicant:
- Department of Environmental Resources Management (DERM); prime sponsor Vicki L. Lopez
BBEETF DISBURSEMENT OF $650K FOR MOORING BUOY PROGRAM
Resolution authorizing the disbursement of up to $650,000.00 from the Biscayne Bay Environmental Enhancement Trust Fund for the installation, maintenance, and management of mooring buoys through the Miami-Dade County Mooring Buoy Program. The program protects offshore natural and artificial reefs and includes 54 mooring buoys at 14 snorkeling/diving sites from Golden Beach south to the northern border of Biscayne National Park. The buoys are located offshore of Commission District 4, District 5, and District 7. The resolution was adopted on 7/21/2026. The program requires quarterly maintenance by a contractor and interim inspections by DERM staff. A previous disbursement of $350,000.00 was authorized in 2018 and has been fully utilized. The unencumbered balance of the fund as of December 31, 2025, is $9,908,471.94. The sponsor is Vicki L. Lopez. The file number is 260942, reference R-658-26. The resolution was forwarded to the Board of County Commissioners with a favorable recommendation by the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee on 6/9/2026. The item was introduced on 5/20/2026. The final action was on 7/21/2026. The staff recommendation is to approve. The manager of the Restoration & Enhancement Section within DERM, Laura Eldredge, will monitor activities. The requester is the Department of Environmental Resources Management. The item has no delegation of authority. No public comment or stakeholder sentiment is stated in the document.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Adopted
- Applicant:
- Department of Environmental Resources Management
BBEETF DISBURSEMENT OF $650K FOR MOORING BUOY PROGRAM
The document is a resolution authorizing the disbursement of up to $650,000.00 from the Biscayne Bay Environmental Enhancement Trust Fund for the installation, maintenance, and management of mooring buoys through the Miami-Dade County Mooring Buoy Program. The program protects offshore natural and artificial reefs and has 54 mooring buoys placed at 14 popular snorkeling/diving sites from Golden Beach south to the northern border of Biscayne National Park. The buoys are located offshore of Commission District 4, District 5, and District 7. The resolution was adopted by the Board of County Commissioners on 7/21/2026. The applicant is the Department of Environmental Resources Management, and the sponsor is Commissioner Vicki L. Lopez. The case file number is 260942, and the resolution number is R-658-26. The program requires quarterly maintenance by a contractor and interim inspections by DERM staff. A previous disbursement of $350,000.00 was authorized in 2018 under Resolution No. R-1172-18 and has been fully utilized.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Adopted
- Applicant:
- Department of Environmental Resources Management
BBEETF DISBURSEMENT OF $650K FOR MOORING BUOY PROGRAM
Resolution adopted authorizing disbursement of up to $650,000 from the Biscayne Bay Environmental Enhancement Trust Fund for installation, maintenance, and management of mooring buoys in the Miami-Dade County Mooring Buoy Program. The program has 54 mooring buoys at 14 sites from Golden Beach south to the northern border of Biscayne National Park, offshore of Commission Districts 4, 5, and 7. The resolution was introduced 5/20/2026, forwarded favorably by the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee on 6/9/2026, and adopted by the Board of County Commissioners on 7/21/2026. The unencumbered balance of the trust fund as of December 31, 2025, is $9,908,471.94. A previous disbursement of $350,000 was authorized in 2018 under Resolution R-1172-18 and has been fully utilized. The program requires quarterly maintenance by a contractor and interim inspections by DERM staff, plus education and outreach. The Manager of the Restoration & Enhancement Section within DERM, Laura Eldredge, will monitor activities. No public comment or stakeholder sentiment is stated in the document.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Adopted
- Applicant:
- Department of Environmental Resources Management (DERM); sponsor Vicki L. Lopez
BBEETF DISBURSEMENT OF $650K FOR MOORING BUOY PROGRAM
Miami-Dade County is authorizing the disbursement of up to $650,000.00 from the Biscayne Bay Environmental Enhancement Trust Fund for the installation, maintenance, and management of mooring buoys within the Miami-Dade County Mooring Buoy Program. The program, established in 2009 and expanded in 2023, aims to protect natural and artificial reefs by providing boating, fishing, and diving access and preventing anchor damage. The funds will cover quarterly contractor maintenance, including repairs, replacement, or installation of anchors, hardware, lines, and buoys, as well as interim inspections and public education. The Restoration and Enhancement Section of the Department of Environmental Resources Management (DERM) will oversee these activities. This follows a previous disbursement of $350,000.00 in 2018 which has been fully utilized. The mooring buoys are located offshore in coastal waters of Miami-Dade County, specifically offshore of Commission Districts 4, 5, and 7.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation
- Address:
- Coastal waters of Miami-Dade County
- Applicant:
- Department of Environmental Resources Management (DERM)
BBEETF DISBURSEMENT OF $650K FOR MOORING BUOY PROGRAM
The document is a resolution authorizing the disbursement of up to $650,000.00 from the Biscayne Bay Environmental Enhancement Trust Fund for the installation, maintenance, and management of mooring buoys through the Miami-Dade County Mooring Buoy Program. The program covers coastal waters of Miami-Dade County, with buoys located offshore of Commission District 4, District 5, and District 7. The resolution was adopted by the Board of County Commissioners on 7/21/2026. The applicant is the Department of Environmental Resources Management, with Vicki L. Lopez as prime sponsor. The file number is 260942, reference R-658-26. The program was established in 2009 and expanded in 2023, with 54 mooring buoys at 14 sites from Golden Beach south to the northern border of Biscayne National Park. A previous disbursement of $350,000.00 was authorized in 2018 under Resolution R-1172-18 and has been fully utilized. The unencumbered balance of the fund as of December 31, 2025, is $9,908,471.94. The manager of the Restoration & Enhancement Section within DERM, Laura Eldredge, will monitor activities. The resolution 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
- Applicant:
- Department of Environmental Resources Management
BBEETF DISBURSEMENT OF $650K FOR MOORING BUOY PROGRAM
Miami-Dade County is authorizing the disbursement of up to $650,000.00 from the Biscayne Bay Environmental Enhancement Trust Fund for the installation, maintenance, and management of mooring buoys through the Miami-Dade County Mooring Buoy Program. The program protects offshore natural and artificial reefs and is located in coastal waters offshore of Commission Districts 4, 5, and 7. The work involves quarterly maintenance by a contractor, including repairing, replacing, or installing anchors, hardware, lines, and buoys, as well as interim inspections by DERM staff. Education and outreach are also part of the program. A previous disbursement of $350,000.00 was authorized in 2018 and has been fully utilized. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded this item to the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) with a favorable recommendation.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee. The staff recommendation is to approve the resolution.
- Address:
- Coastal waters of Miami-Dade County, offshore of Commission Districts 4, 5, and 7
- Applicant:
- Department of Environmental Resources Management (DERM)
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