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Miami-Dade County
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2026 CHARTER AMENDMENT (BOUNDARY COMMISSION)
Miami-Dade County is holding a countywide special election on November 3, 2026, to vote on amending the Home Rule Charter. The proposed amendment would establish a Boundary Commission to evaluate proposed annexations and incorporations on a three-year cycle. This commission would provide recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners and would replace the Planning Advisory Board's role in this process. The ballot question also mentions new procedures for petitions, public hearings, approvals, specific thresholds for elector and non-residential property owner consent, and a collective three-year review process for proposals.
- Board:
- Policy Council
- Date:
- 2026-07-13
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- In Committee
- Address:
- Miami-Dade County, Florida
2026 CHARTER AMENDMENT (BOUNDARY COMMISSION)
Miami-Dade County is holding a countywide special election on November 3, 2026, to vote on amending the Home Rule Charter. The proposed amendment would establish a Boundary Commission to evaluate proposed annexations and incorporations on a three-year cycle. This commission would provide recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners and would replace the Planning Advisory Board's role in this process. The ballot question also mentions new procedures for petitions, public hearings, approvals, specific thresholds for elector and non-residential property owner consent, and a collective three-year review process for proposals.
- Board:
- Policy Council
- Date:
- 2026-07-13
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- In Committee
- Address:
- Miami-Dade County, Florida
2026 CHARTER AMENDMENT (BOUNDARY COMMISSION)
Miami-Dade County is holding a countywide special election on November 3, 2026, to vote on amending the Home Rule Charter. The proposed amendment would establish a Boundary Commission to review annexations and incorporations. This commission would evaluate proposed boundary changes on a three-year cycle and provide recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners. The Charter Review Task Force recommended this change with a vote of eight in favor and none against. The resolution was introduced on 6/26/2026 and is currently In Committee. Public comment is not stated in this document.
- Board:
- Policy Council
- Date:
- 2026-07-13
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- In Committee
- Address:
- Miami-Dade County, Florida
2026 CHARTER AMENDMENT (BOUNDARY COMMISSION)
Miami-Dade County is holding a countywide special election on November 3, 2026, to vote on amending the Home Rule Charter to establish a Boundary Commission for annexations and incorporations. This commission would evaluate proposed annexations and incorporations on a three-year cycle and provide recommendations. The proposal replaces the Planning Advisory Board's role in this process and introduces new procedures for petitions, public hearings, and approvals, including specific thresholds for elector and non-residential property owner consent. The resolution was introduced on 6/26/2026 and is currently 'In Committee'.
- Board:
- Policy Council
- Date:
- 2026-07-13
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- In Committee
- Address:
- Miami-Dade County, Florida
- Applicant:
- not stated (Requester: NONE)
2026 CHARTER AMENDMENT (BOUNDARY COMMISSION)
Miami-Dade County is holding a countywide special election on November 3, 2026, to vote on amending the Home Rule Charter. The proposed amendment would establish a Boundary Commission to evaluate proposed annexations and incorporations on a three-year cycle. This commission would provide recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners and would replace the Planning Advisory Board's role in this process. The ballot question asks if the Charter should be amended to establish this commission, set new procedures for petitions, public hearings, and approvals, and include specific thresholds for elector and non-residential property owner consent. The matter was introduced on 6/26/2026 and is currently In Committee, with a final action date not yet determined. Public comment is not stated in this document.
- Board:
- Policy Council
- Date:
- 2026-07-13
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- In Committee
- Address:
- Miami-Dade County, Florida
- Applicant:
- not stated (Requester: NONE)
2026 CHARTER AMENDMENT (BOUNDARY COMMISSION)
Miami-Dade County is holding a countywide special election on November 3, 2026, to vote on a proposed amendment to the Home Rule Charter. The amendment aims to establish a Boundary Commission to evaluate proposed annexations and incorporations on a three-year cycle. This commission would provide recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners and potentially replace the Planning Advisory Board's role in these matters. The election is being called via Resolution File Number 261184, introduced on 6/26/2026, and was forwarded to the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) with a favorable recommendation on 7/13/2026, with a final agenda date of 7/21/2026.
- Board:
- Policy Council
- Date:
- 2026-07-13
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Before the Board (Pending BCC Assignment)
- Address:
- Miami-Dade County, Florida
- Applicant:
- not stated (Requester: NONE)
2026 CHARTER AMENDMENT (BOUNDARY COMMISSION)
Miami-Dade County is holding a countywide special election on November 3, 2026, to vote on amending the Home Rule Charter to establish a Boundary Commission for annexations and incorporations. This commission would evaluate proposed annexations and incorporations on a three-year cycle and provide recommendations. The proposal stems from a Charter Review Task Force recommendation. The election will be held in conjunction with the general election. The specific question on the ballot asks if the Charter should be amended to establish this commission, replacing the Planning Advisory Board's role in boundary changes and setting new procedures for petitions, public hearings, and approvals, including thresholds for elector and non-residential property owner consent.
- Board:
- Policy Council
- Date:
- 2026-07-13
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- In Committee
- Address:
- Miami-Dade County, Florida
2026 CHARTER AMENDMENT (BOUNDARY COMMISSION)
Miami-Dade County is holding a countywide special election on November 3, 2026, to vote on amending the Home Rule Charter. The proposed amendment would establish a Boundary Commission to evaluate proposed annexations and incorporations on a three-year cycle. The Charter Review Task Force recommended this change. The resolution was introduced on 6/26/2026 and is currently in committee. The final action is pending.
- Board:
- Policy Council
- Date:
- 2026-07-13
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- In Committee
- Address:
- Miami-Dade County, Florida
2026 CHARTER AMENDMENT (BOUNDARY COMMISSION)
Miami-Dade County is holding a countywide special election on November 3, 2026, to vote on amending the Home Rule Charter. The proposed amendment would establish a Boundary Commission to evaluate proposed annexations and incorporations on a three-year cycle. This commission would provide recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners and would replace the Planning Advisory Board's role in this process. The ballot question asks if the Charter should be amended to establish this commission, set new procedures for petitions, public hearings, and approvals, and include specific thresholds for elector and non-residential property owner consent. The matter is currently in committee. Public comment is not stated in this document.
- Board:
- Policy Council
- Date:
- 2026-07-13
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- In Committee
- Address:
- Miami-Dade County, Florida
2026 CHARTER AMENDMENT (BOUNDARY COMMISSION)
Miami-Dade County is holding a countywide special election on November 3, 2026, to allow voters to decide on amending the Home Rule Charter. The proposed amendment would establish a Boundary Commission to evaluate proposed annexations and incorporations on a three-year cycle, replacing the Planning Advisory Board's role in this process. The resolution was introduced on 6/26/2026 and forwarded to the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) with a favorable recommendation on 7/13/2026, with a final agenda date of 7/21/2026. The specific question for the ballot concerns establishing this commission and setting new procedures for boundary changes and new municipalities.
- Board:
- Policy Council
- Date:
- 2026-07-13
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Before the Board (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 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 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 unanimous vote. The resolution is currently in committee.
- Board:
- Policy Council
- Date:
- 2026-07-13
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- In Committee
- Address:
- Miami-Dade County, Florida
2026 CHARTER AMENDMENT (CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS)
Miami-Dade County is calling a countywide special election on Tuesday, 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, 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. The resolution was introduced on 6/26/2026 and amended on 7/13/2026. Public comment is not stated in this document.
- Board:
- Policy Council
- Date:
- 2026-07-13
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Amended (Resolution)
- Address:
- Miami-Dade County, Florida
2026 CHARTER AMENDMENT (CONSTITUTIONAL OFFICERS)
Miami-Dade County is calling a countywide special election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, to be held in conjunction with the General Election. The purpose is to submit to voters a proposed amendment to the Home Rule Charter. This 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 Charter Review Task Force recommended this amendment by a vote of ten in favor and zero against. The resolution was introduced on 6/26/2026 and amended on 7/13/2026. Danielle Cohen Higgins is the prime sponsor.
- Board:
- Policy Council
- Date:
- 2026-07-13
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Amended (Resolution calling for election)
- Address:
- Countywide
- Applicant:
- Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners (via Charter Review Task Force recommendation)
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 Charter Review Task Force recommended these changes. The resolution was amended and is pending BCC assignment.
- Board:
- Policy Council
- Date:
- 2026-07-13
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Amended (Resolution calling for a special election)
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 submit to voters a proposed amendment to the Home Rule Charter. This amendment addresses changes related to 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 6/26/2026 and amended on 7/13/2026. The Charter Review Task Force recommended placing these changes before the electorate.
- Board:
- Policy Council
- Date:
- 2026-07-13
- Type:
- Resolution
- Decision:
- Amended (Resolution)
- Address:
- Countywide
- Applicant:
- Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners (via Charter Review Task Force recommendations)
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