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Board of County Commissioners: July 2026

Miami-Dade County

2026 CHARTER AMENDMENT (CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS)

This is a legislative resolution, not a construction or development project. It calls a countywide special election in Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be held in conjunction with the General Election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, to submit to voters a proposed amendment to the Home Rule Charter. The amendment addresses the reestablishment of elected County Constitutional Offices of Sheriff, Tax Collector, Property Appraiser, and Supervisor of Elections; clarifies the respective duties of the Clerk and the County with respect to finance and budget; and requires County employees to take a leave of absence when running for an elected Constitutional Office. The resolution was adopted by the Board of County Commissioners on July 21, 2026. The Charter Review Task Force recommended the referendum by a vote of ten in favor and zero against. The ballot question will appear in substantially the form stated in the resolution. The resolution was sponsored by Commissioner Danielle Cohen Higgins. The file number is 261315, reference R-683-26. The resolution was introduced on July 14, 2026, and the final action was July 21, 2026. The agenda date was July 21, 2026, agenda item number 11A18. The resolution was amended on July 13, 2026, to correct a scrivener's error, replacing 'Resolution No. R-255-24' with 'Resolution No. R-225-24' on page MDC003. The resolution references Resolution No. R-225-24, approved on March 19, 2024, which created a Charter Review Task Force. The resolution states that the election shall be held in Miami-Dade County, Florida, but does not specify a particular street address, parcel, or project site. The resolution does not state a project size in acreage, units, lots, or square footage. The resolution does not state a zoning or use change. The resolution does not state a specific applicant or developer name. The resolution does not state a specific business opportunity for contractors or trades. The resolution does not state any public comment or stakeholder sentiment.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Adopted

2026 CHARTER AMENDMENT (CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS)

The document is a legislative item for a resolution calling a countywide special election in Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be held in conjunction with the general election on November 3, 2026, to submit to voters a proposed amendment to the Home Rule Charter. The amendment addresses the reestablishment of elected County Constitutional Offices of Sheriff, Tax Collector, Property Appraiser, and Supervisor of Elections; clarifies the respective duties of the Clerk and the County with respect to finance and budget; and requires County employees to take a leave of absence when running for an elected Constitutional Office. The resolution was introduced on July 14, 2026, and adopted on July 21, 2026. The Charter Review Task Force recommended the referendum by a vote of ten in favor and zero against. The document does not describe a specific development project, site, or construction action.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Adopted

2026 CHARTER AMENDMENT (CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS)

Miami-Dade County is holding a countywide special election on November 3, 2026, to amend the Home Rule Charter. The proposed amendment concerns the reestablishment of elected County Constitutional Offices (Sheriff, Tax Collector, Property Appraiser, Supervisor of Elections), clarifies duties of the Clerk and County regarding finance and budget, and requires County employees to take a leave of absence when running for an elected Constitutional Office. The resolution was introduced on July 14, 2026, and is scheduled for the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) agenda on July 21, 2026. The Policy Council forwarded the resolution to the BCC with a favorable recommendation after a minor correction.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Pending BCC Assignment
Address:
Miami-Dade County, Florida

2026 CHARTER AMENDMENT (CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS)

Miami-Dade County is holding a countywide special election on November 3, 2026, coinciding with the general election, to allow voters to decide on amending the Home Rule Charter. The proposed amendment addresses the reestablishment of elected County Constitutional Offices (Sheriff, Tax Collector, Property Appraiser, and Supervisor of Elections), clarifies duties of the Clerk and County regarding finance and budget, and requires County employees to take a leave of absence when running for an elected Constitutional Office. The resolution was introduced on July 14, 2026, and is scheduled for the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) agenda on July 21, 2026. The Policy Council forwarded the resolution with a favorable recommendation after a minor correction. No specific developer or project size is mentioned as this is a charter amendment for a countywide election.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Pending BCC Assignment (scheduled for July 21, 2026)
Address:
Miami-Dade County, Florida
Applicant:
not stated (Countywide Election)

2026 CHARTER AMENDMENT (CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS)

Miami-Dade County is holding a countywide special election on November 3, 2026, to vote on amending the Home Rule Charter. The proposed amendment addresses the reestablishment of elected County Constitutional Offices (Sheriff, Tax Collector, Property Appraiser, Supervisor of Elections), clarifies duties of the Clerk and County regarding finance and budget, and requires County employees to take a leave of absence when running for an elected Constitutional Office. The resolution was introduced on July 14, 2026, and is scheduled for the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) agenda on July 21, 2026. The Charter Review Task Force recommended placing these changes before the electorate.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Before the Board (Pending BCC Assignment)
Address:
Miami-Dade County, Florida

2026 CHARTER AMENDMENT (CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS)

The document is a legislative item for a resolution calling a countywide special election in Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be held in conjunction with the General Election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, to submit to electors a question on amending the Home Rule Charter to address the reestablishment of elected County Constitutional Offices. The resolution was adopted on July 21, 2026. The amendment would address the reestablished offices of Sheriff, Tax Collector, Property Appraiser, and Supervisor of Elections; clarify duties of Clerk and County regarding finance and budget; and require County employees to take leave of absence when running for an elected constitutional office. The Charter Review Task Force recommended the referendum by a vote of ten in favor and zero against. The resolution was sponsored by Commissioner Danielle Cohen Higgins. The file number is 261315, reference R-683-26. The final action was on July 21, 2026, agenda item 11A18. The resolution was introduced on July 14, 2026. A scrivener's error was corrected on July 13, 2026, replacing 'Resolution No. R-255-24' with 'Resolution No. R-225-24'. The document does not state a specific street address, parcel, acreage, or dollar amount.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Adopted

2026 CHARTER AMENDMENT (CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS)

Miami-Dade County is calling a countywide special election on November 3, 2026, to be held in conjunction with the general election. The purpose is to allow voters to decide on amending the Home Rule Charter. The proposed amendments address the reestablishment of elected County Constitutional Offices (Sheriff, Tax Collector, Property Appraiser, and Supervisor of Elections), clarify duties of the Clerk and County regarding finance and budget, and require County employees to take a leave of absence when running for an elected Constitutional Office. The resolution was introduced on July 14, 2026, and is scheduled for the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) agenda on July 21, 2026. The Charter Review Task Force recommended placing these changes before the electorate with a vote of ten in favor and zero against.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Before the Board (Pending BCC Assignment)
Address:
Miami-Dade County, Florida
Applicant:
not stated (Requester: NONE)

2026 CHARTER AMENDMENT (CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS)

The document is a legislative item for a resolution calling a countywide special election in Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be held in conjunction with the general election on November 3, 2026, to submit to voters a proposed amendment to the Home Rule Charter regarding the reestablishment of elected County Constitutional Offices. The resolution was adopted by the Board of County Commissioners on July 21, 2026. The amendment addresses the reestablishment of the elected offices of Sheriff, Tax Collector, Property Appraiser, and Supervisor of Elections; clarifies the duties of the Clerk and County regarding finance and budget; and requires County employees to take a leave of absence when running for an elected Constitutional Office. The Charter Review Task Force recommended the referendum by a vote of ten in favor and zero against. The resolution was sponsored by Commissioner Danielle Cohen Higgins. The file number is 261315, and the reference is R-683-26. The resolution was introduced on July 14, 2026, and the final action was on July 21, 2026. The document does not state a specific street address, parcel, acreage, or dollar amount.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Adopted
Applicant:
Commissioner Danielle Cohen Higgins (Prime Sponsor)

2026 CHARTER AMENDMENT (CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS)

The document is a resolution calling a countywide special election in Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be held in conjunction with the General Election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, to submit to voters a proposed amendment to the Home Rule Charter regarding the reestablishment of elected County Constitutional Offices. The resolution was adopted by the Board of County Commissioners on July 21, 2026. The amendment addresses the reestablished offices of Sheriff, Tax Collector, Property Appraiser, and Supervisor of Elections, clarifies duties of the Clerk and County regarding finance and budget, and requires County employees to take leave of absence when running for an elected constitutional office. The Charter Review Task Force recommended the referendum by a vote of ten in favor and zero against. The resolution was sponsored by Commissioner Danielle Cohen Higgins. The file number is 261315, reference R-683-26. The resolution was introduced on July 14, 2026, and the final action was July 21, 2026. No specific street address, parcel, acreage, or dollar amount is stated. No public comment or stakeholder sentiment is stated.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Adopted

2026 CHARTER AMENDMENT (CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS)

The document is a legislative item for a resolution calling a countywide special election in Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be held in conjunction with the general election on November 3, 2026, to submit to voters a proposed amendment to the Home Rule Charter regarding the reestablishment of elected County Constitutional Offices. The resolution was introduced on 7/14/2026, and adopted on 7/21/2026. The amendment would address the reestablished offices of Sheriff, Tax Collector, Property Appraiser, and Supervisor of Elections, clarify duties of the Clerk and County regarding finance and budget, and require County employees to take leave of absence when running for an elected constitutional office. The Charter Review Task Force recommended the referendum by a vote of ten in favor and zero against. The resolution was amended to correct a scrivener's error, replacing 'Resolution No. R-255-24' with 'Resolution No. R-225-24'.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Adopted

2026 CHARTER AMENDMENT (CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS)

The document is a legislative item for a resolution calling a countywide special election in Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be held in conjunction with the general election on November 3, 2026, to submit to voters a proposed amendment to the Home Rule Charter regarding the reestablishment of elected County Constitutional Offices. The resolution was adopted by the Board of County Commissioners on July 21, 2026. The amendment addresses the reestablished offices of Sheriff, Tax Collector, Property Appraiser, and Supervisor of Elections, clarifies duties of the Clerk and County regarding finance and budget, and requires County employees to take leave of absence when running for an elected constitutional office. The Charter Review Task Force recommended the referendum by a vote of ten in favor and zero against. The resolution was introduced on July 14, 2026, and the final action was on July 21, 2026. The file number is 261315, and the reference is R-683-26. The prime sponsor is Danielle Cohen Higgins. The document does not describe a physical development project, site, or construction work.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Adopted

2026 CHARTER AMENDMENT (CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS)

The document is a legislative item for a resolution calling a countywide special election in Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be held in conjunction with the general election on November 3, 2026, to submit to voters a proposed amendment to the Home Rule Charter regarding the reestablishment of elected County Constitutional Offices. The resolution was introduced on July 14, 2026, and adopted on July 21, 2026. The amendment would address the reestablished offices of Sheriff, Tax Collector, Property Appraiser, and Supervisor of Elections, clarify duties of the Clerk and County regarding finance and budget, and require County employees to take leave of absence when running for an elected constitutional office. The Charter Review Task Force recommended the referendum by a vote of ten in favor and zero against. The resolution was amended to correct a scrivener's error, replacing 'Resolution No. R-255-24' with 'Resolution No. R-225-24'. No specific project site, address, parcel, or size is stated.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Adopted

2026 CHARTER AMENDMENT (CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS)

Miami-Dade County is holding a countywide special election on November 3, 2026, to vote on amending the Home Rule Charter. The proposed amendment addresses the reestablishment of elected County Constitutional Offices (Sheriff, Tax Collector, Property Appraiser, Supervisor of Elections), clarifies duties related to finance and budget, and requires employees to take a leave of absence when running for such offices. The resolution was introduced on July 14, 2026, and is scheduled for the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) agenda on July 21, 2026. A prior version had a scrivener's error corrected. No public comment is stated in this legislative record.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Pending BCC Assignment / Scheduled for BCC Agenda
Address:
Miami-Dade County, Florida

2026 CHARTER AMENDMENT (CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS)

The document is a legislative item for a resolution calling a countywide special election in Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be held in conjunction with the general election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, to submit to voters a question on amending the Home Rule Charter to make changes due to the reestablishment of elected county constitutional offices. The resolution was adopted by the Board of County Commissioners on July 21, 2026. The amendment addresses the reestablished offices of Sheriff, Tax Collector, Property Appraiser, and Supervisor of Elections; clarifies duties of the Clerk and County regarding finance and budget; and requires County employees to take leave of absence when running for an elected constitutional office. The Charter Review Task Force recommended the referendum by a vote of ten in favor and zero against. The resolution was sponsored by Commissioner Danielle Cohen Higgins. The file number is 261315, and the reference is R-683-26. The agenda date was July 21, 2026, with agenda item number 11A18. The resolution was introduced on July 14, 2026. A scrivener's error was corrected on July 13, 2026, replacing 'Resolution No. R-255-24' with 'Resolution No. R-225-24' in the first Whereas clause. The election will be determined by a majority of qualified electors voting on the proposal, with polls open from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. The registration books will close 29 days prior to the election. The ballot question asks whether to amend the Home Rule Charter to make certain changes addressing the reestablished offices, clarifying duties, and requiring leave of absence for County employees running for office. No specific street address, parcel, acreage, or project size is stated. No public comment or stakeholder sentiment is stated.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Adopted

2026 CHARTER AMENDMENT (CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS)

Miami-Dade County is holding a countywide special election on November 3, 2026, coinciding with the general election, to allow voters to decide on amending the Home Rule Charter. The proposed amendment addresses the reestablishment of elected County Constitutional Offices (Sheriff, Tax Collector, Property Appraiser, Supervisor of Elections), clarifies duties of the Clerk and County regarding finance and budget, and requires County employees to take a leave of absence when running for an elected Constitutional Office. The resolution was introduced on July 14, 2026, and is scheduled for the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) agenda on July 21, 2026. The Policy Council forwarded the resolution with a favorable recommendation after a minor correction. No public comment is stated in this document.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Before the Board (Pending BCC Assignment)
Address:
Countywide

2026 CHARTER AMENDMENT (CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS)

Miami-Dade County is holding a countywide special election on November 3, 2026, coinciding with the general election, to vote on a proposed amendment to the Home Rule Charter. The amendment addresses the reestablishment of elected County Constitutional Offices (Sheriff, Tax Collector, Property Appraiser, Supervisor of Elections), clarifies duties of the Clerk and County regarding finance and budget, and requires County employees to take a leave of absence when running for an elected Constitutional Office. The Charter Review Task Force recommended this amendment with a vote of ten in favor and zero against. The resolution was introduced on 7/14/2026 and forwarded to the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) with a favorable recommendation after a minor correction. The final action is pending.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Before the Board (status as of document date)
Address:
Miami-Dade County, Florida
Applicant:
not stated (Requester: NONE)

2026 CHARTER AMENDMENT (CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS)

Resolution adopted by the Miami-Dade County Commission calling a countywide special election in conjunction with the November 3, 2026 General Election to submit to voters a proposed amendment to the Home Rule Charter addressing the reestablishment of elected County Constitutional Offices of Sheriff, Tax Collector, Property Appraiser, and Supervisor of Elections; clarifying duties of Clerk and County regarding finance and budget; and requiring County employees to take leave of absence when running for an elected constitutional office. The resolution was introduced on 7/14/2026, amended by the Policy Council on 7/13/2026, and adopted by the Board of County Commissioners on 7/21/2026. The Charter Review Task Force recommended the referendum by a vote of ten in favor and zero against. No specific project site, address, parcel, acreage, or dollar amount is stated.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Adopted

2026 CHARTER AMENDMENT (CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS)

The document is a legislative item for a resolution calling a countywide special election in Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be held in conjunction with the general election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, to submit to voters a proposed amendment to the Home Rule Charter regarding the reestablishment of elected County Constitutional Offices. The resolution was adopted by the Board of County Commissioners on July 21, 2026. The proposed amendment addresses the reestablishment of the elected offices of Sheriff, Tax Collector, Property Appraiser, and Supervisor of Elections; clarifies the respective duties of the Clerk and the County with respect to finance and budget; and requires County employees to take a leave of absence when running for an elected Constitutional Office. The Charter Review Task Force recommended the referendum by a vote of ten in favor and zero against. The resolution was sponsored by Commissioner Danielle Cohen Higgins. The file number is 261315, and the reference is R-683-26. The resolution was introduced on July 14, 2026, and the final action was on July 21, 2026. The agenda item number was 11A18. The resolution was amended on July 13, 2026, to correct a scrivener's error, replacing 'Resolution No. R-255-24' with 'Resolution No. R-225-24' on page MDC003. The election will be determined by a majority of qualified electors voting on the proposal. Polls will be open from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. on election day. The question will appear on the ballot in a specific form. The resolution includes provisions for notice, early voting, vote-by-mail ballots, sample ballots, and canvassing by the County Canvassing Board. No specific street address, parcel, acreage, or dollar amount is stated. No public comment or stakeholder sentiment is stated.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Adopted

2026 CHARTER AMENDMENT (CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS)

The document is a legislative item for a resolution calling a countywide special election in Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be held in conjunction with the general election on November 3, 2026, to submit to voters a proposed amendment to the Home Rule Charter regarding the reestablishment of elected county constitutional offices. The resolution was introduced on July 14, 2026, and adopted on July 21, 2026. The amendment addresses the reestablishment of the elected offices of Sheriff, Tax Collector, Property Appraiser, and Supervisor of Elections; clarifies the duties of the Clerk and County regarding finance and budget; and requires County employees to take a leave of absence when running for an elected constitutional office. The Charter Review Task Force recommended the referendum by a vote of ten in favor and zero against. The resolution was sponsored by Commissioner Danielle Cohen Higgins. A scrivener's error was corrected, replacing 'Resolution No. R-255-24' with 'Resolution No. R-225-24.' No specific project site, address, parcel, acreage, or dollar amount is stated.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Adopted

2026 CHARTER AMENDMENT (CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS)

Miami-Dade County is holding a countywide special election on November 3, 2026, to vote on amending the Home Rule Charter. The proposed amendment addresses the reestablishment of elected County Constitutional Offices (Sheriff, Tax Collector, Property Appraiser, Supervisor of Elections), clarifies duties of the Clerk and County regarding finance and budget, and requires County employees to take a leave of absence when running for an elected Constitutional Office. The resolution was introduced on July 14, 2026, and is scheduled for the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) agenda on July 21, 2026. The Charter Review Task Force recommended placing these changes before the electorate.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Before the Board (Pending BCC Assignment)
Address:
Miami-Dade County, Florida

2026 CHARTER AMENDMENT (CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS)

Miami-Dade County Commission is calling a countywide special election on November 3, 2026, to vote on amending the Home Rule Charter. The proposed amendments address the reestablishment of elected County Constitutional Offices (Sheriff, Tax Collector, Property Appraiser, Supervisor of Elections), clarify duties of the Clerk and County regarding finance and budget, and require County employees to take a leave of absence when running for an elected Constitutional Office. The Charter Review Task Force recommended these changes with a vote of ten in favor and zero against. The resolution was introduced on 7/14/2026 and advanced to the Board of County Commissioners meeting on 7/21/2026.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Resolution calling for a special election to be held.
Address:
Miami-Dade County
Applicant:
not stated (Requester: NONE)

2026 CHARTER AMENDMENT (CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS)

The document is a legislative matter, specifically a resolution adopted by the Miami-Dade County Commission, calling a countywide special election to be held in conjunction with the general election on November 3, 2026, to submit to voters a question on amending the Home Rule Charter. The amendment addresses the reestablishment of elected County Constitutional Offices of Sheriff, Tax Collector, Property Appraiser, and Supervisor of Elections; clarifies the respective duties of the Clerk and the County with respect to finance and budget; and requires County employees to take a leave of absence when running for an elected Constitutional Office. The resolution was introduced on 7/14/2026, and adopted on 7/21/2026. The file number is 261315, and the reference is R-683-26. The prime sponsor is Danielle Cohen Higgins. The document does not describe a specific construction or development project.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Adopted

2026 CHARTER AMENDMENT (CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS)

The document is a legislative item for a resolution calling a countywide special election in Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be held in conjunction with the general election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, to submit to electors the question of whether to amend the Home Rule Charter to make certain changes due to the reestablishment of elected County Constitutional Offices. The resolution was introduced on 7/14/2026, and adopted on 7/21/2026. The amendment would address the reestablishment of the elected County Constitutional Offices of Sheriff, Tax Collector, Property Appraiser, and Supervisor of Elections; clarify the respective duties of the Clerk and the County with respect to finance and budget; and require County employees to take a leave of absence when running for an elected Constitutional Office. The Charter Review Task Force recommended the referendum by a vote of ten in favor and zero against. The resolution was amended to correct a scrivener's error, replacing 'Resolution No. R-255-24' with 'Resolution No. R-225-24' on page MDC003. The final action was adoption on 7/21/2026. No specific project site, address, parcel, or acreage is stated.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Adopted

2026 CHARTER AMENDMENT (CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS)

Miami-Dade County is holding a countywide special election on November 3, 2026, to vote on amending the Home Rule Charter. The proposed amendments address the reestablishment of elected County Constitutional Offices (Sheriff, Tax Collector, Property Appraiser, Supervisor of Elections), clarify duties of the Clerk and County regarding finance and budget, and require County employees to take a leave of absence when running for an elected Constitutional Office. The resolution was introduced on July 14, 2026, and is scheduled for the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) agenda on July 21, 2026. The Charter Review Task Force recommended placing these changes before the electorate.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Before the Board (Pending BCC Assignment)
Address:
Miami-Dade County, Florida

2026 CHARTER AMENDMENT (CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS)

The document is a legislative matter, specifically a resolution adopted by the Miami-Dade County Commission, calling a countywide special election to be held in conjunction with the general election on November 3, 2026, to submit to voters a proposed amendment to the Home Rule Charter. The amendment addresses the reestablishment of elected County Constitutional Offices of Sheriff, Tax Collector, Property Appraiser, and Supervisor of Elections; clarifies the respective duties of the Clerk and the County with respect to finance and budget; and requires County employees to take a leave of absence when running for an elected Constitutional Office. The resolution was introduced on July 14, 2026, and adopted on July 21, 2026. The document does not describe a specific construction or development project, and no street address, parcel, acreage, or dollar amount is stated.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Adopted

2026 CHARTER AMENDMENT (CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS)

Miami-Dade County is holding a countywide special election on November 3, 2026, coinciding with the general election, to allow voters to decide on amendments to the Home Rule Charter. These amendments are proposed to address the reestablishment of elected County Constitutional Offices (Sheriff, Tax Collector, Property Appraiser, and Supervisor of Elections), clarify duties related to finance and budget between the Clerk and the County, and require County employees to take a leave of absence when running for an elected constitutional office. The resolution was introduced on July 14, 2026, and is scheduled for the Board of County Commissioners agenda on July 21, 2026. The Charter Review Task Force recommended these changes with a unanimous vote.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Before the Board (scheduled for July 21, 2026)
Address:
Countywide
Applicant:
not stated (Requester: NONE)

2026 CHARTER AMENDMENT (CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS)

The document is a legislative resolution, not a construction or development project. It calls a countywide special election in Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be held in conjunction with the General Election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, to submit to voters a proposed amendment to the Home Rule Charter regarding the reestablishment of elected County Constitutional Offices. The amendment addresses the offices of Sheriff, Tax Collector, Property Appraiser, and Supervisor of Elections; clarifies duties of the Clerk and County regarding finance and budget; and requires County employees to take leave of absence when running for an elected Constitutional Office. The resolution was adopted by the Board of County Commissioners on July 21, 2026. No specific street address, parcel, acreage, or dollar amount is stated.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Adopted
Applicant:
Danielle Cohen Higgins, Prime Sponsor

2026 CHARTER AMENDMENT (CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS)

The document is a resolution calling a countywide special election in Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be held in conjunction with the General Election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, to submit to voters a proposed amendment to the Home Rule Charter regarding the reestablishment of elected County Constitutional Offices. The amendment addresses the offices of Sheriff, Tax Collector, Property Appraiser, and Supervisor of Elections, clarifies duties of the Clerk and County regarding finance and budget, and requires County employees to take leave of absence when running for an elected Constitutional Office. The resolution was introduced on 7/14/2026, and adopted on 7/21/2026. The file number is 261315, reference R-683-26. The prime sponsor is Danielle Cohen Higgins. The Charter Review Task Force recommended the referendum by a vote of ten in favor and zero against. The resolution was amended on 7/13/2026 to correct a scrivener's error, replacing 'Resolution No. R-255-24' with 'Resolution No. R-225-24'. The election will be determined by a majority of qualified electors, with polls open from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. No specific project site, address, parcel, acreage, or dollar amount is stated.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Adopted

2026 CHARTER AMENDMENT (CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS)

Resolution adopted by the Miami-Dade County Commission calling a countywide special election in conjunction with the November 3, 2026 General Election to submit to voters a proposed amendment to the Home Rule Charter regarding the reestablishment of elected County Constitutional Offices (Sheriff, Tax Collector, Property Appraiser, Supervisor of Elections), clarifying duties of Clerk and County regarding finance and budget, and requiring County employees to take leave of absence when running for an elected constitutional office. File Number 261315, Resolution R-683-26, introduced 7/14/2026, adopted 7/21/2026. Prime sponsor Danielle Cohen Higgins. The Charter Review Task Force recommended the amendment by a vote of ten in favor and zero against. A scrivener's error was corrected on 7/13/2026, replacing 'R-255-24' with 'R-225-24'.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Adopted
Applicant:
Danielle Cohen Higgins (Prime Sponsor)

2026 CHARTER AMENDMENT (CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS)

The document is a resolution calling a countywide special election in Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be held in conjunction with the General Election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, to submit to voters a proposal to amend the Home Rule Charter regarding the reestablishment of elected County Constitutional Offices. The amendment addresses the offices of Sheriff, Tax Collector, Property Appraiser, and Supervisor of Elections, clarifies duties of the Clerk and County regarding finance and budget, and requires County employees to take leave of absence when running for an elected constitutional office. The resolution was adopted by the Board of County Commissioners on July 21, 2026. No specific project site, address, parcel, acreage, or dollar amount is stated.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Adopted

2026 CHARTER AMENDMENT (CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS)

Miami-Dade County Commission is calling for a countywide special election on November 3, 2026, to vote on amending the Home Rule Charter. The proposed amendments address the reestablishment of elected County Constitutional Offices (Sheriff, Tax Collector, Property Appraiser, Supervisor of Elections), clarify duties of the Clerk and County regarding finance and budget, and require County employees to take a leave of absence when running for an elected Constitutional Office. The Charter Review Task Force recommended these changes with a vote of ten in favor and zero against. The resolution was introduced on 7/14/2026 and advanced to the Board of County Commissioners meeting on 7/21/2026.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Resolution calling for a special election to be held on November 3, 2026.
Address:
Miami-Dade County
Applicant:
not stated (Requester: NONE, Sponsor: Danielle Cohen Higgins)

2026 CHARTER AMENDMENT (CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS)

The document is a legislative resolution calling a countywide special election in Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be held in conjunction with the general election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, for the purpose of submitting to voters a question on whether to amend the Home Rule Charter to address the reestablishment of elected County Constitutional Offices of Sheriff, Tax Collector, Property Appraiser, and Supervisor of Elections; clarify the respective duties of the Clerk and the County with respect to finance and budget; and require County employees to take a leave of absence when running for an elected Constitutional Office. The resolution was adopted by the Board of County Commissioners on July 21, 2026. The document does not describe a specific construction or development project, site, or parcel.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Adopted

2026 CHARTER AMENDMENT (CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS)

Board of County Commissioners in Miami-Dade County posted this record to its public file. The posted document carries a title and no readable project detail, so there is no site, no size and no applicant on file for it yet. Local businesses that want to follow it can open the official document link above and watch for the fuller record the body posts later.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution

2026 CHARTER AMENDMENTS (TECHNICAL CHANGES)

The document is a resolution calling a countywide special election in Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be held in conjunction with the General Election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, to submit to voters the question of whether to amend the Home Rule Charter to make certain technical changes. The technical changes include updating certain listed County locations to current name, allowing for additional methods of public notice and virtual participation by commissioners when otherwise allowed by state law, and ensuring consistent stylistic conventions for numbering, gender, capitalization, and grammar. The resolution was introduced on 6/26/2026, and adopted by the Board of County Commissioners on 7/21/2026. The Charter Review Task Force recommended the amendment by a vote of ten in favor and zero against. A scrivener's error was corrected on 7/9/2026 and 7/13/2026, replacing 'Resolution No. R-255-24' with 'Resolution No. R-225-24'. The resolution references Resolution No. R-225-24, approved on March 19, 2024, which created the Charter Review Task Force. The ballot question will appear as 'CHARTER AMENDMENT MISCELLANEOUS MATTERS AND TECHNICAL CHANGES'. The election will be canvassed by the County Canvassing Board. No specific project site, address, parcel, acreage, or dollar amount is stated.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Adopted

2026 CHARTER AMENDMENTS (TECHNICAL CHANGES)

Resolution adopted by the Miami-Dade County Commission calling a countywide special election in conjunction with the November 3, 2026 General Election to submit to voters a question on amending the Home Rule Charter to make technical changes, including updating certain listed County locations to current name, allowing additional methods of public notice and virtual participation by commissioners when otherwise allowed by state law, and ensuring consistent stylistic conventions for numbering, gender, capitalization, and grammar. The Charter Review Task Force recommended the amendment by a vote of ten in favor and zero against. A scrivener's error was corrected on July 9, 2026, replacing 'Resolution No. R-255-24' with 'Resolution No. R-225-24' in the first Whereas clause. The Policy Council forwarded the resolution to the Board of County Commissioners with a favorable recommendation as corrected on July 13, 2026, and again on July 14, 2026. The Board of County Commissioners adopted the resolution on July 21, 2026, as agenda item 11A19. The resolution was introduced on June 26, 2026. The ballot question will appear as: 'Shall the Home Rule Charter be amended to make certain technical changes, including updating certain listed County locations to current name, allowing for additional methods of public notice and participation when otherwise allowed by state law, and ensuring consistent stylistic conventions for numbering, gender, capitalization, and grammar?'

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Adopted

2026 CHARTER AMENDMENTS (TECHNICAL CHANGES)

Miami-Dade County is holding a countywide special election on November 3, 2026, to allow voters to decide on technical amendments to the Home Rule Charter. These amendments include updating county location names, allowing for additional methods of public notice and virtual commissioner participation, and ensuring consistent stylistic conventions. The resolution was introduced on 6/26/2026 and is scheduled for the Board of County Commissioners agenda on 7/21/2026. The Charter Review Task Force recommended these changes with a unanimous vote. No public comment is stated in this document.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Before the Board (Pending BCC Assignment)
Address:
Miami-Dade County, Florida
Applicant:
Not stated (Requester: NONE, Sponsors: Danielle Cohen Higgins)

2026 CHARTER AMENDMENTS (TECHNICAL CHANGES)

Miami-Dade County is holding a countywide special election on November 3, 2026, to vote on proposed technical amendments to the Home Rule Charter. These amendments include updating county locations, allowing additional methods for public notice and virtual commissioner participation, and ensuring consistent stylistic conventions. The resolution was introduced on 6/26/2026 and is scheduled for the Board of County Commissioners agenda on 7/21/2026. The Policy Council forwarded the resolution with a favorable recommendation on 7/13/2026 after a scrivener's error correction.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Before the Board (Pending BCC Assignment)
Address:
Miami-Dade County, Florida
Applicant:
Not stated (Requester: NONE, Sponsors: Danielle Cohen Higgins)

2026 CHARTER AMENDMENTS (TECHNICAL CHANGES)

The document is a resolution calling a countywide special election in Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be held in conjunction with the General Election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, for the purpose of submitting to the electors the question of whether to amend the Home Rule Charter to make certain technical changes, including updating certain listed County locations to current name, allowing for additional methods of public notice and virtual participation by commissioners when otherwise allowed by state law, and ensuring consistent stylistic conventions for numbering, gender, capitalization, and grammar. The resolution was adopted by the Board of County Commissioners on July 21, 2026. The Charter Review Task Force recommended the amendment by a vote of ten in favor and zero against. The document does not describe a specific construction project, site, or development action.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Adopted

2026 CHARTER AMENDMENTS (TECHNICAL CHANGES)

Miami-Dade County is holding a countywide special election on November 3, 2026, to vote on proposed technical amendments to the Home Rule Charter. These changes include updating county locations, allowing additional methods for public notice and virtual commissioner participation, and standardizing stylistic conventions. The resolution was introduced on June 26, 2026, and is scheduled for the Board of County Commissioners agenda on July 21, 2026. A prior version had a scrivener's error corrected. The Charter Review Task Force recommended these changes with a unanimous vote.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Before the Board (scheduled for July 21, 2026)
Applicant:
Miami-Dade County Charter Review Task Force (recommendation), Danielle Cohen Higgins (Sponsor)

2026 CHARTER AMENDMENTS (TECHNICAL CHANGES)

Board of County Commissioners in Miami-Dade County posted this record to its public file. The posted document carries a title and no readable project detail, so there is no site, no size and no applicant on file for it yet. Local businesses that want to follow it can open the official document link above and watch for the fuller record the body posts later.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution

2026 CHARTER AMENDMENTS (TECHNICAL CHANGES)

Miami-Dade County is holding a countywide special election on November 3, 2026, to vote on proposed technical amendments to the Home Rule Charter. These amendments include updating county location names, allowing additional methods for public notice and virtual commissioner participation, and ensuring consistent stylistic conventions. The resolution was introduced on 6/26/2026 and is scheduled for the Board of County Commissioners agenda on 7/21/2026. The Charter Review Task Force recommended these changes with a vote of ten in favor and zero against. Public comment is not stated in this document.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Pending BCC Assignment (scheduled for 7/21/2026)
Address:
Miami-Dade County, Florida

2026 CHARTER AMENDMENTS (TECHNICAL CHANGES)

Resolution adopted by the Miami-Dade County Commission calling a countywide special election in conjunction with the November 3, 2026 General Election to submit to voters a proposed amendment to the Home Rule Charter making technical changes, including updating certain listed County locations to current name, allowing additional methods of public notice and virtual participation by commissioners when otherwise allowed by state law, and ensuring consistent stylistic conventions for numbering, gender, capitalization, and grammar. The Charter Review Task Force recommended the amendment by a vote of ten in favor and zero against. A scrivener's error was corrected to replace 'Resolution No. R-255-24' with 'Resolution No. R-225-24' in the first Whereas clause. No public comment or stakeholder sentiment is stated in the document.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Adopted

2026 CHARTER AMENDMENTS (TECHNICAL CHANGES)

This is a legislative resolution calling a countywide special election in Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be held in conjunction with the General Election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, to submit to voters a proposal to amend the Home Rule Charter to make certain technical changes. The changes include updating certain listed County locations to current name, allowing for additional methods of public notice and virtual participation by commissioners when otherwise allowed by state law, and ensuring consistent stylistic conventions for numbering, gender, capitalization, and grammar. The resolution was adopted by the Board of County Commissioners on July 21, 2026. The Charter Review Task Force recommended the amendment by a vote of ten in favor and zero against. A scrivener's error was corrected, replacing 'Resolution No. R-255-24' with 'Resolution No. R-225-24' in the first Whereas clause. No specific project site, address, parcel, acreage, or dollar amount is stated.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Adopted

2026 CHARTER AMENDMENTS (TECHNICAL CHANGES)

The document is a resolution calling a countywide special election in Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be held in conjunction with the General Election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, for the purpose of submitting to the electors the question of whether to amend the Home Rule Charter to make certain technical changes. The technical changes include updating certain listed County locations to current name, allowing for additional methods of public notice and virtual participation by commissioners when otherwise allowed by state law, and ensuring consistent stylistic conventions for numbering, gender, capitalization, and grammar. The resolution was adopted by the Board of County Commissioners on July 21, 2026. The Charter Review Task Force recommended the amendment by a vote of ten in favor and zero against. The resolution was introduced on June 26, 2026, and the final action was on July 21, 2026. The sponsor is Commissioner Danielle Cohen Higgins. The case/file number is 261186, and the reference is R-684-26. No specific street address, parcel, acreage, or dollar amount is stated. No public comment or stakeholder sentiment is stated.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Adopted

2026 CHARTER AMENDMENTS (TECHNICAL CHANGES)

Resolution adopted on 7/21/2026 calling a countywide special election in Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be held in conjunction with the General Election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, to submit to electors the question of whether to amend the Home Rule Charter to make certain technical changes, including updating certain listed County locations to current name, allowing for additional methods of public notice and virtual participation by commissioners when otherwise allowed by state law, and ensuring consistent stylistic conventions for numbering, gender, capitalization, and grammar. The Charter Review Task Force recommended the amendment by a vote of ten in favor and zero against. The resolution was introduced on 6/26/2026, forwarded to the Board of County Commissioners on 7/14/2026, and adopted on 7/21/2026. A scrivener's error was corrected on 7/9/2026 and 7/13/2026, replacing 'Resolution No. R-255-24' with 'Resolution No. R-225-24' in the first Whereas clause. The resolution references Resolution No. R-225-24, approved on March 19, 2024, which created a Charter Review Task Force. The ballot question will appear as 'CHARTER AMENDMENT MISCELLANEOUS MATTERS AND TECHNICAL CHANGES'. The election result shall be determined by a majority of qualified electors voting. Polls open from 7:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m. on election day. Registration books close 29 days prior to the election. Early voting and vote-by-mail ballots are authorized. The election shall be canvassed by the County Canvassing Board. Sponsor: Danielle Cohen Higgins. File Number: 261186. Reference: R-684-26. Status: Adopted. Final Action: 7/21/2026. Agenda Date: 7/21/2026. Agenda Item Number: 11A19. Cost: not stated. Sunset Provision: No. Effective Date: not stated. Expiration Date: not stated. Registered Lobbyist: None Listed. Requester: NONE.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Adopted

2026 CHARTER AMENDMENTS (TECHNICAL CHANGES)

The document is a resolution adopted by the Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners calling a countywide special election in conjunction with the November 3, 2026 General Election to submit to voters a question on whether to amend the Home Rule Charter to make certain technical changes, including updating certain listed County locations to current name, allowing for additional methods of public notice and virtual participation by commissioners when otherwise allowed by state law, and ensuring consistent stylistic conventions for numbering, gender, capitalization, and grammar. The resolution was introduced on 6/26/2026, forwarded to the BCC with a favorable recommendation as corrected on 7/13/2026, and adopted on 7/21/2026. A scrivener's error was corrected on 7/9/2026 and 7/13/2026, replacing 'Resolution No. R-255-24' with 'Resolution No. R-225-24' in the first Whereas clause. The Charter Review Task Force recommended the amendment by a vote of ten in favor and zero against. The ballot question will appear as 'CHARTER AMENDMENT MISCELLANEOUS MATTERS AND TECHNICAL CHANGES'.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Adopted

2026 CHARTER AMENDMENTS (TECHNICAL CHANGES)

Resolution adopted by the Miami-Dade County Commission calling a countywide special election in conjunction with the November 3, 2026 General Election to submit to voters a proposed amendment to the Home Rule Charter making technical changes, including updating certain listed County locations to current name, allowing additional methods of public notice and virtual participation by commissioners when otherwise allowed by state law, and ensuring consistent stylistic conventions for numbering, gender, capitalization, and grammar. The Charter Review Task Force recommended the amendment by a vote of ten in favor and zero against. The resolution was introduced on 6/26/2026, forwarded to the BCC with a favorable recommendation as corrected on 7/13/2026 and 7/14/2026, and adopted on 7/21/2026. A scrivener's error was corrected on 7/9/2026, replacing 'Resolution No. R-255-24' with 'Resolution No. R-225-24' in the first Whereas clause. The ballot question will appear as 'CHARTER AMENDMENT MISCELLANEOUS MATTERS AND TECHNICAL CHANGES'. No public comment or stakeholder sentiment is stated in the document.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Adopted

2026 CHARTER AMENDMENTS (TECHNICAL CHANGES)

Resolution adopted by the Miami-Dade County Commission calling a countywide special election in conjunction with the November 3, 2026 General Election for voters to decide whether to amend the Home Rule Charter to make technical changes, including updating certain listed County locations to current name, allowing additional methods of public notice and virtual participation by commissioners when otherwise allowed by state law, and ensuring consistent stylistic conventions for numbering, gender, capitalization, and grammar. The Charter Review Task Force recommended the amendment by a vote of ten in favor and zero against. A scrivener's error was corrected to replace 'Resolution No. R-255-24' with 'Resolution No. R-225-24' in the first Whereas clause. No specific project site, address, parcel, acreage, or dollar amount is stated.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Adopted

2026 CHARTER AMENDMENTS (TECHNICAL CHANGES)

Miami-Dade County is holding a countywide special election on November 3, 2026, to allow voters to decide on technical amendments to the Home Rule Charter. These changes include updating county location names, allowing for additional methods of public notice and virtual commissioner participation, and ensuring consistent stylistic conventions. The resolution was sponsored by Danielle Cohen Higgins and was forwarded to the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) with a favorable recommendation after a scrivener's error correction. The Charter Review Task Force recommended these changes with a unanimous vote.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Resolution calling for a special election
Address:
Miami-Dade County, Florida

2026 CHARTER AMENDMENTS (TECHNICAL CHANGES)

Miami-Dade County is holding a countywide special election on November 3, 2026, to vote on proposed technical amendments to the Home Rule Charter. These amendments include updating county location names, allowing additional methods for public notice and virtual commissioner participation, and ensuring consistent stylistic conventions. The Charter Review Task Force recommended these changes with a vote of ten in favor and zero against. The resolution was sponsored by Commissioner Danielle Cohen Higgins. The Policy Council forwarded the resolution to the Board of County Commissioners with a favorable recommendation as corrected, noting a scrivener's error in a previous resolution reference. The Board of County Commissioners is the acting body.

Board:
Board of County Commissioners
Date:
2026-07-21
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Resolution calling a countywide special election for November 3, 2026, to submit proposed Home Rule Charter amendments to the electors.

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