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OUTSOURCING OR SELLING COUNTY DEBT
Miami-Dade County is considering the feasibility of outsourcing or selling a portion of its outstanding debt, specifically identifying approximately $41 million (8%) of the total $525 million outstanding debt as potentially suitable for sale to third-party collection agencies or receivables buyers. The report, initiated by Resolution R-785-25, analyzes the types of debt, potential buyers, and financial implications. The recommendation is to sell only a portion of the debt, excluding citation-related debt and debt with compliance components or requiring personal assistance, due to legal risks (FDCPA, FCCPA), data privacy concerns (HIPAA), and the loss of internal collection capabilities. The County has prior experience with outside collection agencies, listing several firms from a 2003 Request for Approval. The report is pending Board of County Commissioners (BCC) assignment and was introduced on June 15, 2026, with an agenda date of July 21, 2026.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Report
- Decision:
- Recommendation to consider selling a portion of outstanding debt
- Applicant:
- Mayor (Daniella Levine Cava)
OUTSOURCING OR SELLING COUNTY DEBT
This legislative item, File Number 261102, concerns a report on the feasibility of outsourcing or selling County debt. The report, introduced on 6/15/2026 and scheduled for the Board of County Commissioners agenda on 7/21/2026, analyzes the potential sale of approximately $41 million of Miami-Dade County's outstanding debt, which totals about $525 million as of July 29, 2025. The debt includes non-citation items like emergency medical services and utility billing, as well as citation-related debt. The recommendation is to consider selling a portion of the debt portfolio to generate cash flow, with specific criteria to minimize risk. The report notes that selling citation-related debt is not recommended due to compliance requirements and the need for constituent assistance. Potential buyers and market conditions are discussed, along with legal implications under Florida law and the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act. The County has prior experience with outside collection agencies, with a list of potential providers provided. The report highlights that selling debt could provide short-term cash flow but would sever access to data and internal flexibility in managing constituent assistance and settlements. The Internal Compliance Department's Credit and Collection Section (CCS) is responsible for this analysis.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Report
- Decision:
- Recommendation to consider selling a portion of the outstanding debt portfolio.
- Applicant:
- Mayor (Requester), Daniella Levine Cava (Mayor)
OUTSOURCING OR SELLING COUNTY DEBT
This legislative item, File Number 261102, is a report on the feasibility of outsourcing or selling Miami-Dade County debt. The report, introduced on 6/15/2026 and scheduled for the Board of County Commissioners agenda on 7/21/2026, analyzes the potential sale of approximately $41 million (8%) of the County's $525 million outstanding debt as of July 29, 2025. The debt includes non-citation items like emergency medical services and utility billing, as well as citation-related debt. The report recommends considering the sale of a portion of the debt to generate cash flow, but advises against selling citation-related debt due to compliance requirements and potential negative impacts on constituents. The County has prior experience with outside collection agencies, with a list of potential providers identified. Legal implications, including potential applicability of the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act to third-party collectors, are discussed. The sale could impact departmental budgets and funding streams, and may result in a loss of direct constituent support and internal flexibility. The report was initiated by a resolution sponsored by Commissioner Danielle Cohen Higgins and adopted on July 16, 2025.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Report
- Decision:
- Recommendation to consider the sale of a portion of the outstanding debt portfolio
- Applicant:
- Mayor (Daniella Levine Cava) / Internal Compliance Department's Credit and Collection Section (CCS)
OUTSOURCING OR SELLING COUNTY DEBT
This legislative report, File Number 261102, addresses the feasibility of outsourcing or selling Miami-Dade County debt. The report, introduced on 6/15/2026 and pending BCC assignment with an agenda date of 7/21/2026, analyzes the potential sale of outstanding County debt. As of July 29, 2025, the County had approximately $525 million in outstanding debt. The Internal Compliance Department's Credit and Collection Section (CCS) identified about $41 million (8%) of this debt as potentially suitable for sale to third-party collection agencies or receivables buyers. The remaining 92% is not recommended for sale due to compliance requirements, data privacy concerns (HIPAA), and the need for personalized constituent assistance. The report notes that the County has prior experience with outside collection agencies, listing several firms from a 2003 Request for Approval. Legal analysis indicates Florida law permits the assignment of code enforcement liens, but recommends the County retain control. Potential risks include exposure to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) and Florida Consumer Collection Practices Act (FCCPA) if debt is sold to private collectors, and potential impact on funding streams for departments and the Clerk of the Court. The sale could provide short-term cash flow but would sever access to data and internal flexibility. The report recommends considering the sale of a portion of the outstanding debt portfolio to generate cash flow, with balances limited based on specific criteria to minimize risk.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Report
- Decision:
- Recommendation to consider the sale of a portion of the outstanding debt portfolio.
- Applicant:
- Mayor (Requester)
OUTSOURCING OR SELLING COUNTY DEBT
Miami-Dade County is considering the feasibility of outsourcing or selling a portion of its outstanding debt, specifically about $41 million (8%) of the total $525 million outstanding as of July 29, 2025. The debt includes non-citation debts like emergency medical services and utility billing, and citation-related debt. The County Mayor's office recommends selling only a portion to generate cash flow, with specific criteria to minimize risk. The report highlights that selling citation-related debt is not recommended due to compliance requirements and potential negative impact on constituents. Concerns include HIPAA compliance for ambulance billing, potential legal risks under FDCPA and FCCPA if outsourced, loss of direct constituent assistance, and the potential impact on funding streams for departments. The County has prior experience with outside collection agencies, with some providers still active in the market. The report is a response to a resolution adopted on July 16, 2025, and is pending BCC assignment.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Report
- Decision:
- Report in draft, pending BCC Assignment. Staff recommendation is to consider selling a portion of outstanding debt.
- Applicant:
- Mayor (Daniella Levine Cava)
OUTSOURCING OR SELLING COUNTY DEBT
Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners accepted a report on the feasibility of outsourcing or selling county debt. The report, introduced on 6/15/2026 and accepted on 7/21/2026, analyzed outstanding county debt as of July 29, 2025. The County Mayor's office recommended considering the sale of a portion of the outstanding debt portfolio to generate cash flow, specifically identifying approximately $41 million (8%) of the total $525 million outstanding debt as potentially suitable for sale to third-party collection agencies or receivables buyers. The report noted that the majority of the debt (92%) is not recommended for sale due to compliance requirements, data privacy concerns (HIPAA), and the desire to maintain personal assistance for constituents. The County has prior experience with outside collection agencies, listing several firms from a 2003 Request for Approval. Legal analysis indicates Florida law permits the assignment of code enforcement liens, but recommends retaining control and the ability to recall assignments. The report also discusses potential exposure to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) and Florida Consumer Collection Practices Act (FCCPA) if debt is assigned to private collectors. The sale of receivables could affect departmental budgets and funding streams for processes like hearing officers. The report concluded that while selling debt may provide short-term cash flow, it would sever access to data, reduce internal flexibility, and potentially impact constituent support.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Report
- Decision:
- Accepted
- Applicant:
- Mayor (Daniella Levine Cava)
OUTSOURCING OR SELLING COUNTY DEBT
This legislative matter, File Number 261102, concerns a report on the feasibility of outsourcing or selling County debt. The report, introduced on 6/15/2026 and scheduled for an agenda on 7/21/2026, analyzes the potential sale of approximately $41 million (8%) of Miami-Dade County's outstanding debt, which totaled about $525 million as of July 29, 2025. The debt includes non-citation items like Fire Rescue emergency medical services and Water and Sewer utility billing, as well as citation-related debt from departments such as Regulatory and Economic Resources and Animal Services. The recommendation is to consider selling a portion of the debt portfolio to generate cash flow, with specific criteria to minimize risk. The report notes that selling citation-related debt is not recommended due to practical considerations for constituents and the County. Concerns raised include potential legal risks under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) and Florida Consumer Collection Practices Act (FCCPA) if debt is sold to third parties, loss of direct constituent assistance, and potential impact on funding streams for departments. The County has prior experience with outside collection agencies, with a list of potential providers provided. The report is a response to Resolution R-785-25.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Report
- Decision:
- Recommendation to consider selling a portion of the outstanding debt portfolio
- Applicant:
- Mayor (Daniella Levine Cava)
OUTSOURCING OR SELLING COUNTY DEBT
Miami-Dade County is considering the feasibility of outsourcing or selling a portion of its outstanding debt, specifically identifying approximately $41 million gross (8%) of the total $525 million outstanding debt as potentially suitable for sale to third-party collection agencies or receivables buyers. The report, initiated by Resolution R-785-25, analyzes the types of debt, potential buyers, and financial implications. The County's Internal Compliance Department's Credit and Collection Section (CCS) recommends selling only a portion of the debt to generate cash flow, with specific criteria to minimize risk. Debts with compliance components, such as citations requiring further action, and those involving sensitive personal data (HIPAA concerns) or requiring direct constituent assistance (e.g., mortgage relief programs), are not recommended for sale. The report notes that the County has prior experience with outside collection agencies, listing several firms that were part of a 2003 Request for Approval. Legal analysis indicates Florida law generally permits the assignment of liens, but cautions about potential exposure to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) and Florida Consumer Collection Practices Act (FCCPA) when assigning debt to private collectors. The sale could impact departmental budgets and funding streams, and sever access to data crucial for constituent support and settlement authority. The report will be presented to the Board of County Commissioners.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Report
- Decision:
- Recommendation to consider the sale of a portion of the outstanding debt portfolio.
- Applicant:
- Mayor Daniella Levine Cava (Requester), Commissioner Danielle Cohen Higgins (Sponsor of Resolution R-785-25)
PELICAN HARBOR SEABIRD STATION
Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners is considering a resolution to waive competitive bidding procedures to approve a Programming Partnership Operating and Management Agreement between Miami-Dade County and Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. (PHSS). This agreement allows PHSS, a not-for-profit entity, to continue operating the Pelican Harbor Seabird Station for the care of sick and injured seabirds. The term of the agreement is through April 1, 2027, with yearly fees to the County of $300.00. PHSS has been operating at this location since 1990 and will relocate to a new facility on or before April 1, 2027. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded this item to the Board with a favorable recommendation. The agreement aims to ensure uninterrupted care for animals and continued educational programming.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Pending BCC Assignment (Resolution before the Board)
- Address:
- 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138
- Applicant:
- Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc.
PELICAN HARBOR SEABIRD STATION
Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners is considering a resolution to waive competitive bidding procedures to approve a Programming Partnership Operating and Management Agreement between Miami-Dade County and Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. This agreement allows Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. to continue operating the Pelican Harbor Seabird Station for the care of sick and injured seabirds at Pelican Harbor Marina, 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138, until April 1, 2027. The agreement requires yearly fees to the County in the amount of $300.00. The Board is being asked to authorize the County Mayor or designee to execute the agreement. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded this item to the Board with a favorable recommendation. Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. has been operating at this location since 1990 and is planning to relocate to a new facility, but has experienced delays in construction.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Pending BCC Assignment (Resolution before the Board)
- Address:
- 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138
- Applicant:
- Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc.
PELICAN HARBOR SEABIRD STATION
Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners is considering a resolution to waive competitive bidding procedures to approve a Programming Partnership Operating and Management Agreement between Miami-Dade County and Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. This agreement allows Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. to continue operating the Pelican Harbor Seabird Station for the care of sick and injured seabirds at its current location until April 1, 2027, while they construct a new facility. The agreement requires a two-thirds vote for approval. Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. has been operating at this location since 1990 and cares for approximately 2,700 wildlife patients annually. The county will incur minimal fiscal impact, primarily for utilities, while Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. will pay $300 annually. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded this item to the Board with a favorable recommendation.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Recommended for approval by Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee; pending Board of County Commissioners decision.
- Address:
- 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138
- Applicant:
- Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc.
PELICAN HARBOR SEABIRD STATION
Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners is considering a resolution to waive competitive bidding procedures to approve a Programming Partnership Operating and Management Agreement between Miami-Dade County and Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. This agreement allows Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. to continue operating the Pelican Harbor Seabird Station for the care of sick and injured seabirds at Pelican Harbor Marina, 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138, until April 1, 2027. The organization has been operating at this location since 1990 and is planning to relocate to a new facility. The agreement requires yearly fees to the County in the amount of $300.00. The Board of County Commissioners is expected to vote on this matter on July 21, 2026. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded this item to the BCC with a favorable recommendation on June 9, 2026.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Pending BCC Assignment (Resolution before the Board)
- Address:
- 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138
- Applicant:
- Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc.
PELICAN HARBOR SEABIRD STATION
Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners is considering a resolution to waive competitive bidding procedures to approve a Programming Partnership Operating and Management Agreement between Miami-Dade County and Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. (PHSS). This agreement allows PHSS, a not-for-profit entity, to continue operating the Pelican Harbor Seabird Station for the care of sick and injured seabirds. The agreement is for a term through April 1, 2027, with yearly fees to the County of $300.00. PHSS has been operating at the current location since 1990 and will relocate to a new facility on or before April 1, 2027. The waiver of competitive bidding is recommended to ensure uninterrupted care for the animals and continued educational programming for the community. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded this item to the Board with a favorable recommendation.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Recommended for approval (pending Board of County Commissioners vote)
- Address:
- Pelican Harbor Marina, 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138
- Applicant:
- Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc.
PELICAN HARBOR SEABIRD STATION
Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners (BCC) is considering a resolution to waive competitive bidding procedures to approve a Programming Partnership Operating and Management Agreement between Miami-Dade County and Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. (PHSS). This agreement allows PHSS, a not-for-profit entity, to continue operating the Pelican Harbor Seabird Station for the care of sick and injured seabirds. The agreement is for a term through April 1, 2027, with yearly fees to the County of $300.00. PHSS has been operating at the current location since 1990 and will relocate to a new facility on or before April 1, 2027. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded this item to the BCC with a favorable recommendation. The waiver of competitive bidding requires a two-thirds vote of the Board members present. Public comment is not stated in the document.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Pending BCC Assignment (Resolution before the Board)
- Address:
- 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138
- Applicant:
- Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc.
PELICAN HARBOR SEABIRD STATION
Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners (BCC) is considering a resolution to waive competitive bidding procedures to approve a Programming Partnership Operating and Management Agreement between Miami-Dade County and Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. (PHSS). This agreement allows PHSS, a not-for-profit entity, to continue operating the Pelican Harbor Seabird Station for the care of sick and injured seabirds. The term of the agreement is through April 1, 2027, with yearly fees to the County of $300.00. PHSS has been operating at the current location since 1990 and will relocate to a new facility on or before April 1, 2027. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded this item to the BCC with a favorable recommendation. The waiver of competitive bidding requires a two-thirds vote of the Board members present. PHSS has experienced delays in constructing their new building due to permitting, brownfield remediation, archaeological work, and the COVID-19 pandemic. The agreement ensures uninterrupted care for thousands of animals and supports environmental stewardship and educational programming.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Pending BCC Assignment (Resolution before the Board)
- Address:
- 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138
- Applicant:
- Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc.
PELICAN HARBOR SEABIRD STATION
Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners is considering a resolution to waive competitive bidding procedures to approve a Programming Partnership Operating and Management Agreement between Miami-Dade County and Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. This agreement allows Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. to continue operating the Pelican Harbor Seabird Station for the care of sick and injured seabirds at its current location until April 1, 2027, while they construct a new facility. The agreement requires a two-thirds vote for approval. Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. has been operating at this location since 1990 and cares for approximately 2,700 wildlife patients annually. The county will incur minimal fiscal impact, primarily for utilities, while Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. will pay $300 annually. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded this item with a favorable recommendation to the Board of County Commissioners.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Before the Board (pending final action)
- Address:
- 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138
- Applicant:
- Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc.
PELICAN HARBOR SEABIRD STATION
Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners is considering a resolution to waive competitive bidding procedures to approve a Programming Partnership Operating and Management Agreement between Miami-Dade County and Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. This agreement allows Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. to continue operating the Pelican Harbor Seabird Station for the care of sick and injured seabirds at Pelican Harbor Marina until April 1, 2027, while they construct a new facility. The agreement requires a two-thirds vote for approval. Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. has been operating at this location since 1990 and cares for approximately 2,700 native wildlife patients annually. The county will incur minimal fiscal impact, primarily for utilities, while Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. will pay annual fees of $300.00. The Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces Department will manage the agreement.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Before the Board (Resolution introduced, pending final action)
- Address:
- 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138
- Applicant:
- Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc.
PELICAN HARBOR SEABIRD STATION
Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners is considering a resolution to waive competitive bidding procedures to approve a Programming Partnership Operating and Management Agreement between Miami-Dade County and Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. (PHSS). This agreement allows PHSS, a not-for-profit entity, to continue operating the Pelican Harbor Seabird Station for the care of sick and injured seabirds. The term of the agreement extends through April 1, 2027, with yearly fees to the County of $300.00. PHSS has been operating at this location since 1990 and plans to relocate to a new facility by April 1, 2027, but has faced delays in construction. The agreement ensures uninterrupted care for animals and continued educational programming. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded this item to the Board with a favorable recommendation.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Pending BCC Assignment (Resolution before the Board)
- Address:
- 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138
- Applicant:
- Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc.
PELICAN HARBOR SEABIRD STATION
Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners is considering a resolution to waive competitive bidding procedures to approve a Programming Partnership Operating and Management Agreement between Miami-Dade County and Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. (PHSS). This agreement allows PHSS, a not-for-profit entity, to continue operating the Pelican Harbor Seabird Station for the care of sick and injured seabirds. The term of the agreement extends through April 1, 2027, with yearly fees to the County of $300.00. PHSS has been operating at this location since 1990 and will relocate to a new facility on or before April 1, 2027. The agreement ensures uninterrupted care for the animals served by PHSS. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded this item to the Board with a favorable recommendation.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Pending BCC Assignment (Resolution before the Board)
- Address:
- 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138
- Applicant:
- Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc.
PELICAN HARBOR SEABIRD STATION
Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners is considering a resolution to waive competitive bidding procedures to approve a Programming Partnership Operating and Management Agreement between Miami-Dade County and Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc. (PHSS). This agreement allows PHSS, a not-for-profit entity, to continue operating the Pelican Harbor Seabird Station for the care of sick and injured seabirds. The term of the agreement extends through April 1, 2027, with yearly fees to the County of $300.00. PHSS has been operating at this location since 1990 and will relocate to a new facility on or before April 1, 2027. The agreement ensures uninterrupted care for animals and continued educational programming. The Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee forwarded this item to the BCC with a favorable recommendation. Public comment is not stated in this document.
- Board:
- Board of County Commissioners
- Date:
- 2026-07-21
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Pending BCC Assignment (Resolution before the Board)
- Address:
- 1279 NE 79 Street Causeway, Miami, Florida 33138
- Applicant:
- Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, Inc.
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