UM OPERATING AGREEMENT

Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee · 2026-09-09 · resolution

Miami-Dade County resolution to waive competitive bidding and approve a non-competitive Programming Partnership Operating Agreement between Miami-Dade County and the University of Miami (UM) for operation of a coral production facility and educational programming on a 0.556-acre portion of County-owned park land on Virginia Key. The agreement is for coral reef restoration, prioritizing County parks, and includes K-12 educational curriculum, staff training, and internships. UM will fully fund, construct, maintain, and operate the facility. The agreement expires June 30, 2050. The resolution was introduced 8/18/2026, assigned to County Attorney 8/19/2026, and scheduled for the Recreation, Tourism, and Resiliency Committee on 10/6/2026 as agenda item 8H. Status is 'In Committee'. No final decision is stated. No public comment or stakeholder sentiment is stated.