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Safety and Health Committee: June 2026

Miami-Dade County

ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 14

Miami-Dade County is amending Chapter 14 of its Code of Ordinances related to fire prevention and life safety. The ordinance updates definitions, clarifies requirements for owner statements on fire investigations, modifies appeal procedures for fire code violations, and revises operating permit requirements. It introduces provisions for recording consent agreements and notices of violation, mandates notification to the Chief Fire Official upon correction of certain violations, and authorizes the Chief Fire Official to order utility disconnections in specific circumstances for buildings with pending fire code violations. The ordinance also makes technical amendments to the Florida Fire Prevention Code, updates the false fire alarm ordinance, and provides for the sale of exempt fireworks in accordance with Florida Statute 791.04. Additionally, it addresses the designation and posting to identify structures sharing a street address, updates emergency action plan requirements, mandates testing and maintenance of exit and emergency lighting, requires reporting of fire protection system maintenance, and sets standards for emergency power systems and water supplies for firefighting outside the urban development boundary. Civil penalties are imposed and modified. Public comment included support for the legislation from fireworks industry representatives concerned about illegal 'packing the cakes' and a need for layered protection and enforcement. Concerns were raised by a commissioner regarding the utility disconnection authority, emphasizing the need for clear definitions of 'imminent danger,' written documentation, and an emergency appeal process for businesses. The fire department clarified that utility disconnection is a last resort, preceded by extensive notification and communication, and that an appeals process already exists. Another commissioner expressed concerns about illegal fireworks in residential areas, and the fire department explained the county's role in permitting and inspecting pop-up tents selling fireworks, emphasizing that state law governs fireworks statewide and only sparklers are legal for sale in Miami-Dade County.

Board:
Safety and Health Committee
Date:
2026-06-08
Type:
Ordinance
Decision:
Second Reading (Pending BCC Assignment)
Applicant:
Miami-Dade Fire and Rescue Department

ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 14

This ordinance amends Chapter 14 of the Code of Miami-Dade County, Florida, relating to fire prevention and life safety. Key changes include updating definitions, modifying requirements for owner statements on fire investigations, amending appeal procedures for fire code violations, updating operating permit requirements, and authorizing the Chief Fire Official to order utility disconnections for buildings with pending fire code violations. It also makes technical amendments to the Florida Fire Prevention Code, updates the false fire alarm ordinance, provides for the sale of exempt fireworks, requires designation and posting for structures sharing a street address, updates emergency action plan requirements, mandates testing and maintenance of exit and emergency lighting, requires reporting of fire protection system maintenance, and addresses emergency power systems and water supplies for firefighting outside the urban development boundary. Technical and conforming changes are made, and civil penalties are imposed and modified. The ordinance is a substitute for File Number 260390.

Board:
Safety and Health Committee
Date:
2026-06-08
Type:
Ordinance
Decision:
Pending BCC Assignment (Second Reading)
Applicant:
Miami-Dade Fire and Rescue Department

ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 14

This ordinance, File Number 261040, amends Chapter 14 of the Miami-Dade County Code relating to fire prevention and life safety. Key changes include updating definitions, modifying requirements for owner statements on fire investigations, amending appeal procedures for fire code violations, updating operating permit requirements, allowing recording of consent agreements and notices of violation, requiring notification of violation correction, authorizing utility disconnection for pending fire code violations, making technical amendments to the Florida Fire Prevention Code, updating the false fire alarm ordinance, providing for the sale of exempt fireworks, requiring designation and posting for structures sharing a street address, updating emergency action plan requirements, mandating testing and maintenance of exit and emergency lighting, requiring reporting of fire protection system maintenance, updating emergency power system requirements, and modifying civil penalties. The ordinance was introduced on 6/2/2026 and had a second reading with an agenda date of 7/21/2026. It was forwarded to the Board of County Commissioners with a favorable recommendation by the Safety and Health Committee on 6/8/2026. The ordinance is a substitute to File Number 260390 and requires approximately 4-6 weeks for processing.

Board:
Safety and Health Committee
Date:
2026-06-08
Type:
Ordinance
Decision:
Pending BCC Assignment (Second Reading)
Applicant:
Miami-Dade Fire and Rescue Department

PHT MDFR MOU

Miami-Dade Fire and Rescue Department (MDFR) and the Public Health Trust of Miami-Dade County (operating Jackson Health System, including Ryder Trama Center) are entering a no-cost Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for Advance Tactical Medical (ATM) Training for all MDFR paramedics. This training, including classroom education, cadaver workshops, and hands-on patient care at Ryder Trama Center, aims to enhance paramedic skills in trauma care. Priority will be given to members of Urban Search and Rescue Florida Task Force 1 and the Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office Special Response Team. The MOU has a five-year term with two five-year renewal options. The Safety and Health Committee forwarded this to the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) with a favorable recommendation.

Board:
Safety and Health Committee
Date:
2026-06-08
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation
Address:
Ryder Trama Center
Applicant:
Miami-Dade Fire and Rescue Department and The Public Health Trust of Miami-Dade County

PHT MDFR MOU

Miami-Dade Fire and Rescue Department (MDFR) and The Public Health Trust of Miami-Dade County (operating Jackson Health System) are entering into a no-cost Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for Advance Tactical Medical (ATM) Training for all MDFR paramedics. The training will occur at the Ryder Trama Center and includes classroom education, cadaver workshops, and hands-on patient care with trauma teams. Priority will be given to members of Urban Search and Rescue Florida Task Force 1 and those assigned to the Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office Special Response Team. The MOU is for an initial five-year term with two five-year options to renew. The Safety and Health Committee forwarded this to the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) with a favorable recommendation.

Board:
Safety and Health Committee
Date:
2026-06-08
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation
Address:
Ryder Trama Center
Applicant:
Miami-Dade Fire and Rescue Department and The Public Health Trust of Miami-Dade County

PHT MDFR MOU

Miami-Dade Fire and Rescue Department (MDFR) and The Public Health Trust of Miami-Dade County (operating Jackson Health System) are entering a no-cost Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for Advance Tactical Medical (ATM) Training for all MDFR paramedics. The training, which includes classroom education, cadaver workshops, and hands-on patient care at the Ryder Trama Center, aims to enhance paramedics' skills in trauma care and high-acuity medicine. Priority will be given to members of Urban Search and Rescue Florida Task Force 1 and the Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office Special Response Team. The MOU has a five-year term with two five-year renewal options. The Safety and Health Committee forwarded the item to the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) with a favorable recommendation.

Board:
Safety and Health Committee
Date:
2026-06-08
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation
Address:
Ryder Trama Center
Applicant:
Miami-Dade Fire and Rescue Department and The Public Health Trust of Miami-Dade County

PHT MDFR MOU

Miami-Dade Fire and Rescue Department (MDFR) and The Public Health Trust of Miami-Dade County (operating Jackson Health System, including Ryder Trama Center) are entering a no-cost Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for Advance Tactical Medical (ATM) Training for all MDFR paramedics. This training, including classroom education, cadaver workshops, and hands-on patient care at Ryder Trama Center, aims to enhance paramedic skills for trauma care. The MOU has a five-year term with two five-year renewal options. The Safety and Health Committee forwarded this to the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) with a favorable recommendation. The BCC is scheduled to consider this on 7/21/2026.

Board:
Safety and Health Committee
Date:
2026-06-08
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation
Address:
Ryder Trama Center
Applicant:
Miami-Dade Fire and Rescue Department and The Public Health Trust of Miami-Dade County

PHT MDFR MOU

Miami-Dade Fire and Rescue Department (MDFR) and The Public Health Trust of Miami-Dade County (operating Jackson Health System) are entering into a no-cost Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for Advance Tactical Medical (ATM) Training for all MDFR paramedics. The training will occur at the Ryder Trama Center and includes classroom education, cadaver workshops, and hands-on patient care with trauma teams. This partnership aims to enhance paramedic skillsets for trauma care and high-acuity medicine in expeditionary settings. The MOU has a five-year term with two five-year renewal options. The Safety and Health Committee forwarded this to the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) with a favorable recommendation.

Board:
Safety and Health Committee
Date:
2026-06-08
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation
Address:
Ryder Trama Center
Applicant:
Miami-Dade Fire and Rescue Department and The Public Health Trust of Miami-Dade County

PHT MDFR MOU

Miami-Dade Fire and Rescue Department (MDFR) and The Public Health Trust of Miami-Dade County (operating Jackson Health System, including Ryder Trama Center) are entering a no-cost Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for Advance Tactical Medical (ATM) Training for all MDFR paramedics. This training, including classroom education, cadaver workshops, and hands-on patient care at Ryder Trama Center, aims to enhance paramedic skills for trauma care. Priority will be given to members of MDFR's Urban Search and Rescue Florida Task Force 1 and those assigned to the Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office Special Response Team. The MOU has a five-year term with two five-year renewal options. The Safety and Health Committee forwarded this to the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) with a favorable recommendation.

Board:
Safety and Health Committee
Date:
2026-06-08
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation
Address:
Ryder Trama Center
Applicant:
Miami-Dade Fire and Rescue Department and The Public Health Trust of Miami-Dade County

PHT MDFR MOU

Miami-Dade Fire and Rescue Department (MDFR) and The Public Health Trust of Miami-Dade County (operating Jackson Health System, including Ryder Trama Center) are entering a no-cost Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for Advance Tactical Medical (ATM) Training for all MDFR paramedics. This training will include classroom education, cadaver workshops, and hands-on patient care with trauma teams. The MOU has a five-year term with two five-year renewal options. The Safety and Health Committee forwarded this to the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) with a favorable recommendation. The BCC is scheduled to consider this on 7/21/2026.

Board:
Safety and Health Committee
Date:
2026-06-08
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation (Safety and Health Committee); Pending BCC Assignment
Address:
Ryder Trama Center
Applicant:
Miami-Dade Fire and Rescue Department and The Public Health Trust of Miami-Dade County

PHT MDFR MOU

Miami-Dade Fire and Rescue Department (MDFR) and The Public Health Trust of Miami-Dade County (operating Jackson Health System) are entering a no-cost Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for Advance Tactical Medical (ATM) Training for all MDFR paramedics. The training, which includes classroom education, cadaver workshops, and hands-on patient care at the Ryder Trama Center, aims to enhance paramedics' skills in trauma care and high-acuity medicine. Priority will be given to members of Urban Search and Rescue Florida Task Force 1 and those assigned to the Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office Special Response Team. The MOU has an initial term of five years with two five-year options to renew. The Safety and Health Committee forwarded the item to the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) with a favorable recommendation.

Board:
Safety and Health Committee
Date:
2026-06-08
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation
Address:
Ryder Trama Center
Applicant:
Miami-Dade Fire and Rescue Department and The Public Health Trust of Miami-Dade County

PHT MDFR MOU

Miami-Dade Fire and Rescue Department (MDFR) and The Public Health Trust of Miami-Dade County (operating Jackson Health System, including Ryder Trama Center) are entering a no-cost Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for Advance Tactical Medical (ATM) Training for all MDFR paramedics. This training, including classroom education, cadaver workshops, and hands-on patient care at Ryder Trama Center, aims to enhance paramedic skills for trauma care. Priority will be given to members of MDFR's Urban Search and Rescue Florida Task Force 1 and those assigned to the Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office Special Response Team. The MOU has a five-year term with two five-year renewal options. The Safety and Health Committee forwarded this to the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) with a favorable recommendation.

Board:
Safety and Health Committee
Date:
2026-06-08
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation
Address:
Ryder Trama Center
Applicant:
Miami-Dade Fire and Rescue Department and The Public Health Trust of Miami-Dade County

PHT MDFR MOU

Miami-Dade Fire and Rescue Department (MDFR) and The Public Health Trust of Miami-Dade County (operating Jackson Health System, including Ryder Trama Center) are entering a no-cost Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for Advance Tactical Medical (ATM) Training for all MDFR paramedics. This training, including classroom education, cadaver workshops, and hands-on patient care, aims to enhance skills for trauma and high-acuity medicine. Priority will be given to members of Urban Search and Rescue Florida Task Force 1 and the Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office Special Response Team. The MOU has a five-year term with two five-year renewal options. The Safety and Health Committee forwarded this to the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) with a favorable recommendation.

Board:
Safety and Health Committee
Date:
2026-06-08
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation
Address:
Ryder Trama Center
Applicant:
Miami-Dade Fire and Rescue Department and The Public Health Trust of Miami-Dade County

RESOLUTION DECLARING EQUIPMENT SURPLUS

Miami-Dade County is declaring specific firefighting equipment as surplus and authorizing its donation to Vinícola del Norte S.A. in the Dominican Republic. The equipment includes 35 coats, 35 pants, 35 hoods, 35 sets of gloves, 35 pairs of boots, 35 helmets, and 35 ear flaps, all deemed obsolete. The waiver of standard surplus property disposition procedures requires a two-thirds vote. The recipient must take possession within 90 days and cover all transfer costs. The Safety and Health Committee forwarded this item with a favorable recommendation to the Board of County Commissioners (BCC).

Board:
Safety and Health Committee
Date:
2026-06-08
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Safety and Health Committee; pending BCC Assignment.
Applicant:
Vinícola del Norte S.A, Dominican Republic

RESOLUTION DECLARING EQUIPMENT SURPLUS

Miami-Dade County is declaring specific firefighting equipment as surplus and authorizing its donation to Vinícola del Norte S.A. in the Dominican Republic. The equipment includes 35 coats, 35 pants, 35 hoods, 35 sets of gloves, 35 pairs of boots, 35 helmets, and 35 ear flaps, all deemed obsolete. The waiver of standard surplus property disposition procedures requires a two-thirds vote. The recipient must take possession within 90 days and cover all transfer costs. The Safety and Health Committee forwarded this item with a favorable recommendation to the Board of County Commissioners (BCC).

Board:
Safety and Health Committee
Date:
2026-06-08
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Safety and Health Committee. Resolution pending BCC assignment.
Applicant:
Vinícola del Norte S.A, Dominican Republic

RESOLUTION DECLARING EQUIPMENT SURPLUS

Miami-Dade County is declaring specific firefighting equipment surplus and authorizing its donation to Vinícola del Norte S.A. in the Dominican Republic. The equipment, consisting of 35 coats, 35 pants, 35 hoods, 35 sets of gloves, 35 pairs of boots, 35 helmets, and 35 ear flaps, is deemed obsolete. The resolution requires a two-thirds vote to waive standard surplus property disposition procedures. The recipient must take possession within 90 days, covering all transfer costs.

Board:
Safety and Health Committee
Date:
2026-06-08
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Approved (Resolution authorizing donation)
Applicant:
Vinícola del Norte S.A, Dominican Republic

RESOLUTION DECLARING EQUIPMENT SURPLUS

Miami-Dade County is declaring certain firefighting equipment surplus and authorizing its donation to Vinícola Del Norte S.A. in the Dominican Republic. The equipment, consisting of 35 coats, 35 pants, 35 hoods, 35 sets of gloves, 35 pairs of boots, 35 helmets, and 35 ear flaps, is deemed obsolete and cannot be used by local county departments, municipalities, or eligible community-based organizations. The resolution requires a two-thirds vote to waive standard surplus property disposition procedures. The Donee must take possession within 90 days, or the resolution becomes void. The estimated value of the equipment is $7,587.50. The Safety and Health Committee forwarded this to the BCC with a favorable recommendation.

Board:
Safety and Health Committee
Date:
2026-06-08
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Approved (Resolution authorizing donation)
Applicant:
Vinícola Del Norte S.A, Dominican Republic

RESOLUTION DECLARING EQUIPMENT SURPLUS

Miami-Dade County is declaring specific firefighting equipment surplus and authorizing its donation to Vinícola del Norte S.A. in the Dominican Republic. The equipment includes 35 coats, 35 pants, 35 hoods, 35 sets of gloves, 35 pairs of boots, 35 helmets, and 35 ear flaps, all deemed obsolete. The waiver of standard surplus property disposition procedures requires a two-thirds vote. The recipient must take possession within 90 days, covering all transfer costs.

Board:
Safety and Health Committee
Date:
2026-06-08
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Approved (Forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation by Safety and Health Committee)
Applicant:
Vinícola del Norte S.A, Dominican Republic

RESOLUTION DECLARING EQUIPMENT SURPLUS

Miami-Dade County is declaring specific firefighting equipment as surplus and authorizing its donation to Vinícola Del Norte S.A. in the Dominican Republic. The equipment, consisting of 35 coats, 35 pants, 35 hoods, 35 sets of gloves, 35 pairs of boots, 35 helmets, and 35 ear flaps, is deemed obsolete and cannot be legally used by any local entity. The resolution requires a two-thirds vote to waive standard surplus property disposition procedures. The recipient must take possession within 90 days, covering all transfer costs. The Safety and Health Committee recommended forwarding this to the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) with a favorable recommendation.

Board:
Safety and Health Committee
Date:
2026-06-08
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Approved (Resolution authorizing donation)
Applicant:
Vinícola Del Norte S.A, Dominican Republic

RESOLUTION DECLARING EQUIPMENT SURPLUS

Miami-Dade County is declaring specific firefighting equipment surplus and authorizing its donation to Vinícola Del Norte S.A. in the Dominican Republic. The equipment is obsolete and cannot be used by local entities. The resolution requires a two-thirds vote to waive standard surplus property disposition procedures. The recipient must take possession within 90 days, covering all transfer costs.

Board:
Safety and Health Committee
Date:
2026-06-08
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Approved (Resolution authorizing donation)
Applicant:
Vinícola Del Norte S.A, Dominican Republic

RESOLUTION DECLARING EQUIPMENT SURPLUS

Miami-Dade County is declaring specific firefighting equipment as surplus and authorizing its donation to Vinícola del Norte S.A. in the Dominican Republic. The equipment includes 35 coats, 35 pants, 35 hoods, 35 sets of gloves, 35 pairs of boots, 35 helmets, and 35 ear flaps, all deemed obsolete. The waiver of standard surplus property disposition procedures requires a two-thirds vote. The recipient must take possession within 90 days and cover all transfer costs.

Board:
Safety and Health Committee
Date:
2026-06-08
Type:
Resolution
Decision:
Approved (Resolution authorizing donation)
Applicant:
Vinícola del Norte S.A, Dominican Republic

Safety and Health Committee - 2026-06-08 agenda PDF

[case 260390, 261040, 261015, 250367, 260885, 260933, 260875, 260930, 260952] This document is the meeting agenda for the Safety and Health Committee of Miami-Dade County, scheduled for Monday, June 8, 2026. It outlines various rules of conduct, public hearing procedures, and specific agenda items. Key items include an ordinance relating to fire prevention (Item 1G1, File No. 260390), a resolution declaring firefighting equipment surplus and authorizing donation (Item 2A, File No. 261015), a resolution approving terms for a memorandum of understanding and business associate agreement for behavioral health counseling and related services (Item 3A, File No. 250367), a resolution authorizing a no-cost memorandum of understanding for advanced tactical medical training for paramedics (Item 3B, File No. 260885), a resolution approving application and expenditure of grant funds for emergency medical services (Item 3C, File No. 260933), and a resolution authorizing additional expenditure authority for fire suppression systems services (Item 3D, File No. 260875). Additionally, it includes an item for additional expenditure authority for an automated fingerprinting ID system and maintenance (Item 3E, File No. 260930) and approval of minutes from previous meetings.

Board:
Safety and Health Committee
Date:
2026-06-08
Type:
Agenda
Applicant:
Miami-Dade Fire and Rescue Department, Community Action and Human Services, Miami-Dade Corrections and Rehabilitation Department, Community Services Department, Miami-Dade Aviation Department

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