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South MiamiFL averageUS Census ACS
Population
11,926
Per-capita income
$57,267
Median home value
$736,900
Bachelor's or higher
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Tue Oct 20, 2026

City Commission

City Commission to consider land use changes and police equipment purchases

The City Commission will discuss amendments to the comprehensive land use plan and zoning for properties on Bird Road. The body is also deciding on several police equipment contracts and a development agreement for a mixed-use medical building.

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A. SILENCE OR TURN OFF ALL CELL PHONES B. ROLL CALL C. PRAYER/MOMENT OF SILENCE D. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE E. PUBLIC REMARKS F. PRESENTATIONS F1. Employee of the Quarter for Quarter 3 - 2026, Alexander Graupera, Senior Accountant CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI CITY COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA TUESDAY, OCTOBER 20, 2026, 7:00 PM CITY HALL/ COMMISSION CHAMBERS 6130 SUNSET DRIVE SOUTH MIAMI, FL 33143 THE CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI HAS A SIGNIFICANT GOVERNMENTAL INTEREST IN CONDUCTING EFFICIENT AND ORDERLY COMMISSION MEETINGS. SPEAKERS PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT SECTION 2-2.1(K)(2) OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES PROVIDES THAT “ANY PERSON WHO MAKES SLANDEROUS OR INTENTIONALLY RUDE, UNCIVIL OR OTHERWISE IMPERTINENT REMARKS, AND WHO REFUSES OR FAILS TO DESIST FROM MAKING SUCH REMARKS AFTER BEING INSTRUCTED TO DO SO, OR WHO SHALL BECOME BOISTEROUS IN THE COMMISSION CHAMBER AND WHO REFUSES OR FAILS TO DESIST FROM SUCH CONDUCT AFTER BEING INSTRUCTED TO DO SO MAY BE FORTHWITH REMOVED FROM THE PODIUM AND FROM CITY HALL FOR THE DURATION OF THAT MEETING AT THE DIRECTION OF THE PRESIDING OFFICER, UNLESS OVERRULED BY A MAJORITY VOTE OF THE COMMISSION. NO CLAPPING, APPLAUDING, HECKLING, OR VERBAL OUTBURSTS SHALL BE PERMITTED FOR ANY REASON, INCLUDING FOR THE PURPOSE OF SUPPORTING OR OPPOSING ANY MATTER, ANY SPEAKER OR A SPEAKER’S REMARKS. NO SIGNS OR PLACARDS SHALL BE ALLOWED TO BE DISPLAYED IN ANY MANNER OTHER THAN WHEN USED FROM THE PODIUM TO EXPRESS AN OPINION OR DISPLAY FACTS. SIGNS TO BE USED AT THE PODIUM MUST BE …
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Tue Oct 20, 2026

Design Review Board

Design Review Board to consider parking variance for McDonald's

The Design Review Board will review two development requests, including a variance for a business and a new residential construction project. The board will also vote on the approval of previous meeting minutes.

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CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI Design Review Board Tuesday, October 20, 2026 CITY COMMISSION CHAMBERS 08:30 A.M. City of South Miami Ordinance No. 08-06-1876 requires all lobbyists before engaging in any lobbying activities to register with the City Clerk and pay an annual fee of $500 per Ordinance No. 44-08-1979. This applies to all persons who are retained (whether paid or not) to represent a business entity or organization to influence “City” action. “City” action is broadly described to include the ranking and selection of professional consultants, and virtually all-legislative, quasi-judicial and administrative action As provided in Section 20-6.1(C)(2) of the City’s Land Development Code, the City will be holding its Design Review Board (DRB) Meeting VIRTUALLY through communications media technology (CMT). Members of the DRB, City staff, City consultants and the applicant, applicant’s attorney and witnesses may participate in person at City Hall through video conferencing broadcast from City Hall or may do so remotely through the Zoom platform used by the City Clerk for live remote participation. Members of the public may join the meeting via Zoom at (https://zoom.us/s/3056636338), or, if space is available, attend through the Zoom platform provided in the Commission Chamber, and participate. In addition, a dedicated phone line will be available so that any individual who does not wish (or is unable) to use Zoom, ma …
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Fri Oct 16, 2026

Design Review Board

Design Review Board to consider McDonald's variance and new home construction

The Design Review Board will review two development requests. The board is deciding on a variance for a business and the approval of a new residential building.

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CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI Design Review Board Tuesday, October 20, 2026 CITY COMMISSION CHAMBERS 08:30 A.M. City of South Miami Ordinance No. 08-06-1876 requires all lobbyists before engaging in any lobbying activities to register with the City Clerk and pay an annual fee of $500 per Ordinance No. 44-08-1979. This applies to all persons who are retained (whether paid or not) to represent a business entity or organization to influence “City” action. “City” action is broadly described to include the ranking and selection of professional consultants, and virtually all-legislative, quasi-judicial and administrative action As provided in Section 20-6.1(C)(2) of the City’s Land Development Code, the City will be holding its Design Review Board (DRB) Meeting VIRTUALLY through communications media technology (CMT). Members of the DRB, City staff, City consultants and the applicant, applicant’s attorney and witnesses may participate in person at City Hall through video conferencing broadcast from City Hall or may do so remotely through the Zoom platform used by the City Clerk for live remote participation. Members of the public may join the meeting via Zoom at (https://zoom.us/s/3056636338), or, if space is available, attend through the Zoom platform provided in the Commission Chamber, and participate. In addition, a dedicated phone line will be available so that any individual who does not wish (or is unable) to use Zoom, ma …
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Thu Oct 15, 2026

City Commission

City Commission to consider land use changes and police equipment purchases

The City Commission will discuss zoning and land use amendments for properties on Bird Road and a development agreement for 'Med Square'. The body is also reviewing police equipment contracts and updates to stormwater utility fees.

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A. SILENCE OR TURN OFF ALL CELL PHONES B. ROLL CALL C. PRAYER/MOMENT OF SILENCE D. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE E. PUBLIC REMARKS F. PRESENTATIONS F1. Employee of the Quarter for Quarter 3 - 2026, Alexander Graupera, Senior Accountant CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI CITY COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA TUESDAY, OCTOBER 20, 2026, 7:00 PM CITY HALL/ COMMISSION CHAMBERS 6130 SUNSET DRIVE SOUTH MIAMI, FL 33143 THE CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI HAS A SIGNIFICANT GOVERNMENTAL INTEREST IN CONDUCTING EFFICIENT AND ORDERLY COMMISSION MEETINGS. SPEAKERS PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT SECTION 2-2.1(K)(2) OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES PROVIDES THAT “ANY PERSON WHO MAKES SLANDEROUS OR INTENTIONALLY RUDE, UNCIVIL OR OTHERWISE IMPERTINENT REMARKS, AND WHO REFUSES OR FAILS TO DESIST FROM MAKING SUCH REMARKS AFTER BEING INSTRUCTED TO DO SO, OR WHO SHALL BECOME BOISTEROUS IN THE COMMISSION CHAMBER AND WHO REFUSES OR FAILS TO DESIST FROM SUCH CONDUCT AFTER BEING INSTRUCTED TO DO SO MAY BE FORTHWITH REMOVED FROM THE PODIUM AND FROM CITY HALL FOR THE DURATION OF THAT MEETING AT THE DIRECTION OF THE PRESIDING OFFICER, UNLESS OVERRULED BY A MAJORITY VOTE OF THE COMMISSION. NO CLAPPING, APPLAUDING, HECKLING, OR VERBAL OUTBURSTS SHALL BE PERMITTED FOR ANY REASON, INCLUDING FOR THE PURPOSE OF SUPPORTING OR OPPOSING ANY MATTER, ANY SPEAKER OR A SPEAKER’S REMARKS. NO SIGNS OR PLACARDS SHALL BE ALLOWED TO BE DISPLAYED IN ANY MANNER OTHER THAN WHEN USED FROM THE PODIUM TO EXPRESS AN OPINION OR DISPLAY FACTS. SIGNS TO BE USED AT THE PODIUM MUST BE …
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Tue Oct 6, 2026

Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA)

CRA to consider interlocal cooperation agreement

The South Miami Community Redevelopment Agency will meet to discuss a resolution regarding an interlocal cooperation agreement. This agreement involves the City of South Miami, Miami-Dade County, and the agency.

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A. SILENCE OR TURN OFF ALL CELL PHONES B. ADD-ON ITEM(S) C. ROLL CALL D. MOMENT OF SILENCE E. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE F. APPROVAL OF MINUTES F1. 05.19.26 G. SMCRA DIRECTOR'S REPORT H. GENERAL COUNSEL REPORT I. PUBLIC COMMENTS CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY (CRA) MEETING AGENDA TUESDAY, OCTOBER 6, 2026, 6:30 PM CITY HALL/COMMISSION CHAMBERS 6130 SUNSET DRIVE SOUTH MIAMI, FL 33143 THE CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI HAS A SIGNIFICANT GOVERNMENTAL INTEREST IN CONDUCTING EFFICIENT AND ORDERLY COMMISSION MEETINGS. SPEAKERS PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT SECTION 2-2.1(K)(2) OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES PROVIDES THAT “ANY PERSON WHO MAKES SLANDEROUS OR INTENTIONALLY RUDE, UNCIVIL OR OTHERWISE IMPERTINENT REMARKS, AND WHO REFUSES OR FAILS TO DESIST FROM MAKING SUCH REMARKS AFTER BEING INSTRUCTED TO DO SO, OR WHO SHALL BECOME BOISTEROUS IN THE COMMISSION CHAMBER AND WHO REFUSES OR FAILS TO DESIST FROM SUCH CONDUCT AFTER BEING INSTRUCTED TO DO SO MAY BE FORTHWITH REMOVED FROM THE PODIUM AND FROM CITY HALL FOR THE DURATION OF THAT MEETING AT THE DIRECTION OF THE PRESIDING OFFICER, UNLESS OVERRULED BY A MAJORITY VOTE OF THE COMMISSION. NO CLAPPING, APPLAUDING, HECKLING, OR VERBAL OUTBURSTS SHALL BE PERMITTED FOR ANY REASON, INCLUDING FOR THE PURPOSE OF SUPPORTING OR OPPOSING ANY MATTER, ANY SPEAKER OR A SPEAKER’S REMARKS. NO SIGNS OR PLACARDS SHALL BE ALLOWED TO BE DISPLAYED IN ANY MANNER OTHER THAN WHEN USED FROM THE PODIUM TO EXPRESS AN OPINION OR DISPLAY FACTS. SIGNS TO BE USED AT THE …
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Tue Oct 6, 2026

City Commission

South Miami Commission to consider red light cameras and tree protection

The City Commission will discuss amendments to the Tree Protection Ordinance and the potential sale of two properties on SW 66 Street. The body is also deciding on contracts for red light traffic detectors and centennial branding services.

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A. SILENCE OR TURN OFF ALL CELL PHONES B. ROLL CALL C. PRAYER/MOMENT OF SILENCE D. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE E. PUBLIC REMARKS F. PRESENTATIONS F1. Miami Dade County Public Schools - Mari Tere Rojas, School Board Chair District 6, Dr. CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI CITY COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA TUESDAY, OCTOBER 6, 2026, 7:00 PM CITY HALL/ COMMISSION CHAMBERS 6130 SUNSET DRIVE SOUTH MIAMI, FL 33143 THE CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI HAS A SIGNIFICANT GOVERNMENTAL INTEREST IN CONDUCTING EFFICIENT AND ORDERLY COMMISSION MEETINGS. SPEAKERS PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT SECTION 2-2.1(K)(2) OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES PROVIDES THAT “ANY PERSON WHO MAKES SLANDEROUS OR INTENTIONALLY RUDE, UNCIVIL OR OTHERWISE IMPERTINENT REMARKS, AND WHO REFUSES OR FAILS TO DESIST FROM MAKING SUCH REMARKS AFTER BEING INSTRUCTED TO DO SO, OR WHO SHALL BECOME BOISTEROUS IN THE COMMISSION CHAMBER AND WHO REFUSES OR FAILS TO DESIST FROM SUCH CONDUCT AFTER BEING INSTRUCTED TO DO SO MAY BE FORTHWITH REMOVED FROM THE PODIUM AND FROM CITY HALL FOR THE DURATION OF THAT MEETING AT THE DIRECTION OF THE PRESIDING OFFICER, UNLESS OVERRULED BY A MAJORITY VOTE OF THE COMMISSION. NO CLAPPING, APPLAUDING, HECKLING, OR VERBAL OUTBURSTS SHALL BE PERMITTED FOR ANY REASON, INCLUDING FOR THE PURPOSE OF SUPPORTING OR OPPOSING ANY MATTER, ANY SPEAKER OR A SPEAKER’S REMARKS. NO SIGNS OR PLACARDS SHALL BE ALLOWED TO BE DISPLAYED IN ANY MANNER OTHER THAN WHEN USED FROM THE PODIUM TO EXPRESS AN OPINION OR DISPLAY FACTS. SIGNS TO BE USED AT THE PODIUM MUST B …
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Tue Oct 6, 2026

Design Review Board

Design Review Board to consider new two-story construction at 6761 SW 78 Terrace

The Design Review Board will meet to review a quasi-judicial request for a new two-story building. The board will also consider the approval of meeting minutes from August 18, 2026.

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CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI Design Review Board Tuesday, October 6, 2026 CITY COMMISSION CHAMBERS 08:30 A.M. City of South Miami Ordinance No. 08-06-1876 requires all lobbyists before engaging in any lobbying activities to register with the City Clerk and pay an annual fee of $500 per Ordinance No. 44-08-1979. This applies to all persons who are retained (whether paid or not) to represent a business entity or organization to influence “City” action. “City” action is broadly described to include the ranking and selection of professional consultants, and virtually all-legislative, quasi-judicial and administrative action I. Call to Order and the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag II. Roll Call III. Swearing In IV. Requests are as follows: [Note: following the presentation of a case the Board Chair will open public comment on the item to interested parties] *** Quasi-Judicial Warning: The following matters are considered to be quasi-judicial. You are advised to review the full "Warning Regarding Ex-Parte Communications" that can be found at the end of this agenda. A) DRB-2026-021 - Applicant: Francisco Maduro - Property Owner: 4949, LLC - Location: 6761 SW 78 Terrace - Request: New Construction: Two-Story DRB-2026-021 Report Affidavit - Locally Sourced Building Materials …
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Fri Oct 2, 2026

Design Review Board

South Miami Design Review Board to hear new two-story home at 6761 SW 78 Terrace

The South Miami Design Review Board meets Tuesday, October 6, 2026, at 8:30 a.m. in the City Commission Chambers. The main agenda item is DRB-2026-021, a request for new two-story construction at 6761 SW 78 Terrace, filed by applicant Francisco Maduro for property owner 4949, LLC. The Board will also approve minutes from its August 18, 2026 meeting. The agenda notes the next DRB meeting is Tuesday, October 20, 2026, at 8:30 a.m.

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CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI Design Review Board Tuesday, October 6, 2026 CITY COMMISSION CHAMBERS 08:30 A.M. City of South Miami Ordinance No. 08-06-1876 requires all lobbyists before engaging in any lobbying activities to register with the City Clerk and pay an annual fee of $500 per Ordinance No. 44-08-1979. This applies to all persons who are retained (whether paid or not) to represent a business entity or organization to influence “City” action. “City” action is broadly described to include the ranking and selection of professional consultants, and virtually all-legislative, quasi-judicial and administrative action I. Call to Order and the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag II. Roll Call III. Swearing In IV. Requests are as follows: [Note: following the presentation of a case the Board Chair will open public comment on the item to interested parties] *** Quasi-Judicial Warning: The following matters are considered to be quasi-judicial. You are advised to review the full "Warning Regarding Ex-Parte Communications" that can be found at the end of this agenda. A) DRB-2026-021 - Applicant: Francisco Maduro - Property Owner: 4949, LLC - Location: 6761 SW 78 Terrace - Request: New Construction: Two-Story DRB-2026-021 Report Affidavit - Locally Sourced Building Materials …
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Fri Oct 2, 2026

Planning Board - MEETING CANCELLED

South Miami Planning Board meeting set for Oct 13, 2026 is cancelled

The City of South Miami Planning Board meeting scheduled for Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. in the City Commission Chambers has been cancelled. A memorandum states the cancellation is allowed under Section 20-6.1(B)(2)(d)(i) of the Land Development Code because meetings need not be held when there are no scheduled agenda items. No substantive items were listed for decision or discussion. The agenda also includes a standing notice about city lobbyist registration rules and fees.

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CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI Planning Board Regular Meeting Agenda Tuesday, October 13, 2026 City Commission Chambers 7:00 P.M. The City of South Miami Code of Ordinances, Section 8A-5, requires that all lobbyists, as defined in that section, who represent a principal must register with the City Clerk before engaging in any lobbying activities and, in most cases, pay an annual fee of $500.00 and an additional $100 for each additional issue. A “Principal is anyone who seeks to affect the action, decision or recommendation of the City Manager, City Personnel or City Board (including committees and other similar groups) on a matter that will foreseeably be heard or reviewed by the City Commission, or who seeks to affect the action, decision or recommendation of the City Manager or City Personnel on a matter that will foreseeably be heard or reviewed by a City Board. This applies to all persons who are retained with, and most who are retained without, compensation to influence any action, decision, recommendation as set forth above. There are some exceptions and exemptions. However, note that, notwithstanding the exemption for quasi-judicial hearings, the Miami-Dade Commission on Ethics has ruled that a representative of a principal, including the principal’s attorney, at a quasi-juridical hearing in South Miami, is required to register as a lobbyist. PLANNING BOARD MEETING CANCELLATION This memorandum is to provide notice that the Planning Board meeting scheduled …
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Thu Oct 1, 2026

Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA)

South Miami CRA to vote on interlocal cooperation agreement with city and Miami-Dade County

The South Miami Community Redevelopment Agency meets Tuesday, October 6, 2026, at 6:30 PM at City Hall, 6130 Sunset Drive. The main substantive item is a resolution approving an interlocal cooperation agreement among the City of South Miami, Miami-Dade County, and the CRA. The rest of the agenda is largely procedural: roll call, minutes approval, staff and counsel reports, public comments, and adjournment.

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A. SILENCE OR TURN OFF ALL CELL PHONES B. ADD-ON ITEM(S) C. ROLL CALL D. MOMENT OF SILENCE E. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE F. APPROVAL OF MINUTES F1. 05.19.26 G. SMCRA DIRECTOR'S REPORT H. GENERAL COUNSEL REPORT I. PUBLIC COMMENTS CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY (CRA) MEETING AGENDA TUESDAY, OCTOBER 6, 2026, 6:30 PM CITY HALL/COMMISSION CHAMBERS 6130 SUNSET DRIVE SOUTH MIAMI, FL 33143 THE CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI HAS A SIGNIFICANT GOVERNMENTAL INTEREST IN CONDUCTING EFFICIENT AND ORDERLY COMMISSION MEETINGS. SPEAKERS PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT SECTION 2-2.1(K)(2) OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES PROVIDES THAT “ANY PERSON WHO MAKES SLANDEROUS OR INTENTIONALLY RUDE, UNCIVIL OR OTHERWISE IMPERTINENT REMARKS, AND WHO REFUSES OR FAILS TO DESIST FROM MAKING SUCH REMARKS AFTER BEING INSTRUCTED TO DO SO, OR WHO SHALL BECOME BOISTEROUS IN THE COMMISSION CHAMBER AND WHO REFUSES OR FAILS TO DESIST FROM SUCH CONDUCT AFTER BEING INSTRUCTED TO DO SO MAY BE FORTHWITH REMOVED FROM THE PODIUM AND FROM CITY HALL FOR THE DURATION OF THAT MEETING AT THE DIRECTION OF THE PRESIDING OFFICER, UNLESS OVERRULED BY A MAJORITY VOTE OF THE COMMISSION. NO CLAPPING, APPLAUDING, HECKLING, OR VERBAL OUTBURSTS SHALL BE PERMITTED FOR ANY REASON, INCLUDING FOR THE PURPOSE OF SUPPORTING OR OPPOSING ANY MATTER, ANY SPEAKER OR A SPEAKER’S REMARKS. NO SIGNS OR PLACARDS SHALL BE ALLOWED TO BE DISPLAYED IN ANY MANNER OTHER THAN WHEN USED FROM THE PODIUM TO EXPRESS AN OPINION OR DISPLAY FACTS. SIGNS TO BE USED AT THE …
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Thu Oct 1, 2026

City Commission

South Miami to vote on red-light cameras, tree protection rules, and centennial branding

The South Miami City Commission meets Tuesday, October 6, 2026, at 7:00 PM at City Hall, 6130 Sunset Drive. The agenda includes resolutions on fees, contracts, and right-of-way, plus second-reading ordinances on historic preservation and traffic cameras. Commissioners will also discuss tree protection amendments, a Heritage Tree program, and meeting dates for late 2026 and early 2027.

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A. SILENCE OR TURN OFF ALL CELL PHONES B. ROLL CALL C. PRAYER/MOMENT OF SILENCE D. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE E. PUBLIC REMARKS F. PRESENTATIONS F1. Miami Dade County Public Schools - Mari Tere Rojas, School Board Chair District 6, Dr. CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI CITY COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA TUESDAY, OCTOBER 6, 2026, 7:00 PM CITY HALL/ COMMISSION CHAMBERS 6130 SUNSET DRIVE SOUTH MIAMI, FL 33143 THE CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI HAS A SIGNIFICANT GOVERNMENTAL INTEREST IN CONDUCTING EFFICIENT AND ORDERLY COMMISSION MEETINGS. SPEAKERS PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT SECTION 2-2.1(K)(2) OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES PROVIDES THAT “ANY PERSON WHO MAKES SLANDEROUS OR INTENTIONALLY RUDE, UNCIVIL OR OTHERWISE IMPERTINENT REMARKS, AND WHO REFUSES OR FAILS TO DESIST FROM MAKING SUCH REMARKS AFTER BEING INSTRUCTED TO DO SO, OR WHO SHALL BECOME BOISTEROUS IN THE COMMISSION CHAMBER AND WHO REFUSES OR FAILS TO DESIST FROM SUCH CONDUCT AFTER BEING INSTRUCTED TO DO SO MAY BE FORTHWITH REMOVED FROM THE PODIUM AND FROM CITY HALL FOR THE DURATION OF THAT MEETING AT THE DIRECTION OF THE PRESIDING OFFICER, UNLESS OVERRULED BY A MAJORITY VOTE OF THE COMMISSION. NO CLAPPING, APPLAUDING, HECKLING, OR VERBAL OUTBURSTS SHALL BE PERMITTED FOR ANY REASON, INCLUDING FOR THE PURPOSE OF SUPPORTING OR OPPOSING ANY MATTER, ANY SPEAKER OR A SPEAKER’S REMARKS. NO SIGNS OR PLACARDS SHALL BE ALLOWED TO BE DISPLAYED IN ANY MANNER OTHER THAN WHEN USED FROM THE PODIUM TO EXPRESS AN OPINION OR DISPLAY FACTS. SIGNS TO BE USED AT THE PODIUM MUST B …
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Mon Sep 28, 2026

Historic Preservation Board

South Miami Historic Preservation Board to discuss Sylva Martin Building and proposed city hall lease

The South Miami Historic Preservation Board meets Monday, September 28, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. The agenda includes no Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) requests. Under public comments and new business, the Board will discuss the Sylva Martin Building and the impact of a proposed city hall lease. The Board will also consider approval of the May 18, 2026 meeting minutes.

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CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI Regular Historic Preservation Board Agenda (HPB) Monday, September 28, 2026 City Commission Chambers 6:00 P.M. The City of South Miami Ordinance No. 28-14-2206 requires all lobbyists before engaging in any lobbying activities to register with the City Clerk and pay an annual fee of $500.00. This applies to all persons who are retained to represent a business entity or organization to influence “City” action. “City” action is broadly described to include the ranking and selection of professional consultants, and virtually all-legislative, quasi-judicial and administrative action. It does not apply to not-for-profit organizations, local chamber and merchant groups, homeowner associations, or trade associations and unions. As provided in Section 20-6.1(D)(2)(a)(i) of the City’s Land Development Code, the City will be holding its Historic Preservation Board Meeting VIRTUALLY through communications media technology (CMT). Members of the Historic Preservation Board, City staff, City consultant and the applicant, applicants’ attorney and witnesses may participate in person at City Hall through video conferencing broadcast from City Hall or may do so remotely through the Zoom platform used by the City Clerk for live remote participation. Members of the public may join the meeting via Zoom at (https://zoom.us/s/3056636338), or, if space is available, attend through the Zoom platform provided in the Commission Chamber, and participate. In addit …
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Fri Sep 25, 2026

Historic Preservation Board

South Miami Historic Preservation Board to discuss Sylva Martin Building and proposed city hall lease

The City of South Miami Historic Preservation Board meets Monday, September 28, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the City Commission Chambers, with virtual participation available via Zoom. The agenda includes no Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) requests. The main substantive item is a public comment and new business discussion regarding the Sylva Martin Building and the impact of the proposed city hall lease. The Board will also consider approval of the May 18, 2026 meeting minutes.

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CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI Regular Historic Preservation Board Agenda (HPB) Monday, September 28, 2026 City Commission Chambers 6:00 P.M. The City of South Miami Ordinance No. 28-14-2206 requires all lobbyists before engaging in any lobbying activities to register with the City Clerk and pay an annual fee of $500.00. This applies to all persons who are retained to represent a business entity or organization to influence “City” action. “City” action is broadly described to include the ranking and selection of professional consultants, and virtually all-legislative, quasi-judicial and administrative action. It does not apply to not-for-profit organizations, local chamber and merchant groups, homeowner associations, or trade associations and unions. As provided in Section 20-6.1(D)(2)(a)(i) of the City’s Land Development Code, the City will be holding its Historic Preservation Board Meeting VIRTUALLY through communications media technology (CMT). Members of the Historic Preservation Board, City staff, City consultant and the applicant, applicants’ attorney and witnesses may participate in person at City Hall through video conferencing broadcast from City Hall or may do so remotely through the Zoom platform used by the City Clerk for live remote participation. Members of the public may join the meeting via Zoom at (https://zoom.us/s/3056636338), or, if space is available, attend through the Zoom platform provided in the Commission Chamber, and participate. In addit …
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Tue Sep 22, 2026

City Commission

City Hall redevelopment franchise and ground leases up for first reading

The South Miami City Commission is meeting to consider a wide range of items, including a major redevelopment project for City Hall, several zoning and land use changes, and various contracts and appointments. The most consequential item is the first reading of an ordinance approving a franchise and two ground lease agreements for the City Hall redevelopment project at 6130 Sunset Drive and 7220 SW 61st Court, potentially including county-owned property at 6000 Sunset Drive. The commission will also hold public hearings on a multi-year webcasting contract with Granicus, Inc. worth up to $328,746.68, and on repealing local firearm regulations to comply with state preemption. Several other items involve zoning changes, a heritage tree designation, and appointments to city boards.

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A. SILENCE OR TURN OFF ALL CELL PHONES B. ROLL CALL C. PRAYER/MOMENT OF SILENCE D. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE E. PUBLIC REMARKS F. PRESENTATIONS F1. SoMi Comedy Fest, KC Korge & Raul Hernandez CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI CITY COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 22, 2026, 7:00 PM CITY HALL/ COMMISSION CHAMBERS 6130 SUNSET DRIVE SOUTH MIAMI, FL 33143 THE CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI HAS A SIGNIFICANT GOVERNMENTAL INTEREST IN CONDUCTING EFFICIENT AND ORDERLY COMMISSION MEETINGS. SPEAKERS PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT SECTION 2-2.1(K)(2) OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES PROVIDES THAT “ANY PERSON WHO MAKES SLANDEROUS OR INTENTIONALLY RUDE, UNCIVIL OR OTHERWISE IMPERTINENT REMARKS, AND WHO REFUSES OR FAILS TO DESIST FROM MAKING SUCH REMARKS AFTER BEING INSTRUCTED TO DO SO, OR WHO SHALL BECOME BOISTEROUS IN THE COMMISSION CHAMBER AND WHO REFUSES OR FAILS TO DESIST FROM SUCH CONDUCT AFTER BEING INSTRUCTED TO DO SO MAY BE FORTHWITH REMOVED FROM THE PODIUM AND FROM CITY HALL FOR THE DURATION OF THAT MEETING AT THE DIRECTION OF THE PRESIDING OFFICER, UNLESS OVERRULED BY A MAJORITY VOTE OF THE COMMISSION. NO CLAPPING, APPLAUDING, HECKLING, OR VERBAL OUTBURSTS SHALL BE PERMITTED FOR ANY REASON, INCLUDING FOR THE PURPOSE OF SUPPORTING OR OPPOSING ANY MATTER, ANY SPEAKER OR A SPEAKER’S REMARKS. NO SIGNS OR PLACARDS SHALL BE ALLOWED TO BE DISPLAYED IN ANY MANNER OTHER THAN WHEN USED FROM THE PODIUM TO EXPRESS AN OPINION OR DISPLAY FACTS. SIGNS TO BE USED AT THE PODIUM MUST BE BROUGHT INTO THE COMMISSION CHAMBERS I …
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Tue Sep 22, 2026

Special City Commission/Final Budget Hearing

South Miami finalizes FY 2026/27 millage rate and budget

The South Miami City Commission is holding a final budget hearing to adopt the millage (property tax) rate and the tentative and final budget for fiscal year 2026/2027 (October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027). Both items are ordinances on second reading and may be amended during the hearing. The meeting also includes procedural items such as roll call and public comment rules.

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A. SILENCE OR TURN OFF ALL CELL PHONES B. ROLL CALL C. MOMENT OF SILENCE D. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE E. ORDINANCE(S) SECOND READING PUBLIC HEARING 1. AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI, FLORIDA, ADOPTING A PROPOSED MILLAGE RATE FOR THE FISCAL YEAR COMMENCING OCTOBER 1, 2026 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 30, 2027 ("FISCAL YEAR 2026/2027"), WHICH AMOUNT MAY BE AMENDED AT THE FIRST OR SECOND READING; AND ADOPTING THE FINAL MILLAGE RATE ON SECOND READING; PROVIDING FOR CORRECTIONS; SEVERABILITY; CONFLICTS; AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE. 3/5 (CITY MANAGER) CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI SPECIAL CITY COMMISSION/FINAL BUDGET HEARING MEETING AGENDA TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 22, 2026, 5:01 PM CITY HALL/COMMISSION CHAMBERS 6130 SUNSET DRIVE SOUTH MIAMI, FL 33143 THE CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI HAS A SIGNIFICANT GOVERNMENTAL INTEREST IN CONDUCTING EFFICIENT AND ORDERLY COMMISSION MEETINGS. SPEAKERS PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT SECTION 2-2.1(K)(2) OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES PROVIDES THAT “ANY PERSON WHO MAKES SLANDEROUS OR INTENTIONALLY RUDE, UNCIVIL OR OTHERWISE IMPERTINENT REMARKS, AND WHO REFUSES OR FAILS TO DESIST FROM MAKING SUCH REMARKS AFTER BEING INSTRUCTED TO DO SO, OR WHO SHALL BECOME BOISTEROUS IN THE COMMISSION CHAMBER AND WHO REFUSES OR FAILS TO DESIST FROM SUCH CONDUCT AFTER BEING INSTRUCTED TO DO SO MAY BE FORTHWITH REMOVED FROM THE PODIUM AND FROM CITY HALL FOR THE DURATION OF THAT MEETING AT THE DIRECTION OF THE PRESIDING OFFICER, UNLESS OVERRULED BY A MAJORITY VOTE OF THE COMMISSION. …
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Mon Sep 21, 2026

City Commission

City Hall redevelopment ground lease and zoning changes on agenda

The South Miami City Commission will consider a franchise and two ground lease agreements for the City Hall redevelopment project at 6130 Sunset Drive, along with several zoning and land-use changes, including a rezoning at 5801 SW 41 Street. The agenda also includes a $328,746.68 contract with Granicus for webcasting and software, a fence upgrade contract for $151,910, and an ordinance to repeal local firearm regulations to comply with state preemption. Public hearings will be held for these items.

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A. SILENCE OR TURN OFF ALL CELL PHONES B. ROLL CALL C. PRAYER/MOMENT OF SILENCE D. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE E. PUBLIC REMARKS F. PRESENTATIONS F1. SoMi Comedy Fest, KC Korge & Raul Hernandez CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI CITY COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 22, 2026, 7:00 PM CITY HALL/ COMMISSION CHAMBERS 6130 SUNSET DRIVE SOUTH MIAMI, FL 33143 THE CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI HAS A SIGNIFICANT GOVERNMENTAL INTEREST IN CONDUCTING EFFICIENT AND ORDERLY COMMISSION MEETINGS. SPEAKERS PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT SECTION 2-2.1(K)(2) OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES PROVIDES THAT “ANY PERSON WHO MAKES SLANDEROUS OR INTENTIONALLY RUDE, UNCIVIL OR OTHERWISE IMPERTINENT REMARKS, AND WHO REFUSES OR FAILS TO DESIST FROM MAKING SUCH REMARKS AFTER BEING INSTRUCTED TO DO SO, OR WHO SHALL BECOME BOISTEROUS IN THE COMMISSION CHAMBER AND WHO REFUSES OR FAILS TO DESIST FROM SUCH CONDUCT AFTER BEING INSTRUCTED TO DO SO MAY BE FORTHWITH REMOVED FROM THE PODIUM AND FROM CITY HALL FOR THE DURATION OF THAT MEETING AT THE DIRECTION OF THE PRESIDING OFFICER, UNLESS OVERRULED BY A MAJORITY VOTE OF THE COMMISSION. NO CLAPPING, APPLAUDING, HECKLING, OR VERBAL OUTBURSTS SHALL BE PERMITTED FOR ANY REASON, INCLUDING FOR THE PURPOSE OF SUPPORTING OR OPPOSING ANY MATTER, ANY SPEAKER OR A SPEAKER’S REMARKS. NO SIGNS OR PLACARDS SHALL BE ALLOWED TO BE DISPLAYED IN ANY MANNER OTHER THAN WHEN USED FROM THE PODIUM TO EXPRESS AN OPINION OR DISPLAY FACTS. SIGNS TO BE USED AT THE PODIUM MUST BE BROUGHT INTO THE COMMISSION CHAMBERS I …
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Thu Sep 17, 2026

Special City Commission/Final Budget Hearing

South Miami Commission to adopt final millage rate and FY 2026/27 budget

The South Miami City Commission will hold a final budget hearing to adopt the proposed millage rate and the tentative and final budget for fiscal year 2026/2027 (October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027). This is the second reading of both ordinances, meaning the commission will vote on final adoption. The agenda includes only these two ordinances and standard procedural items.

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A. SILENCE OR TURN OFF ALL CELL PHONES B. ROLL CALL C. MOMENT OF SILENCE D. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE E. ORDINANCE(S) SECOND READING PUBLIC HEARING 1. AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI, FLORIDA, ADOPTING A PROPOSED MILLAGE RATE FOR THE FISCAL YEAR COMMENCING OCTOBER 1, 2026 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 30, 2027 ("FISCAL YEAR 2026/2027"), WHICH AMOUNT MAY BE AMENDED AT THE FIRST OR SECOND READING; AND ADOPTING THE FINAL MILLAGE RATE ON SECOND READING; PROVIDING FOR CORRECTIONS; SEVERABILITY; CONFLICTS; AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE. 3/5 (CITY MANAGER) CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI SPECIAL CITY COMMISSION/FINAL BUDGET HEARING MEETING AGENDA TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 22, 2026, 5:01 PM CITY HALL/COMMISSION CHAMBERS 6130 SUNSET DRIVE SOUTH MIAMI, FL 33143 THE CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI HAS A SIGNIFICANT GOVERNMENTAL INTEREST IN CONDUCTING EFFICIENT AND ORDERLY COMMISSION MEETINGS. SPEAKERS PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT SECTION 2-2.1(K)(2) OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES PROVIDES THAT “ANY PERSON WHO MAKES SLANDEROUS OR INTENTIONALLY RUDE, UNCIVIL OR OTHERWISE IMPERTINENT REMARKS, AND WHO REFUSES OR FAILS TO DESIST FROM MAKING SUCH REMARKS AFTER BEING INSTRUCTED TO DO SO, OR WHO SHALL BECOME BOISTEROUS IN THE COMMISSION CHAMBER AND WHO REFUSES OR FAILS TO DESIST FROM SUCH CONDUCT AFTER BEING INSTRUCTED TO DO SO MAY BE FORTHWITH REMOVED FROM THE PODIUM AND FROM CITY HALL FOR THE DURATION OF THAT MEETING AT THE DIRECTION OF THE PRESIDING OFFICER, UNLESS OVERRULED BY A MAJORITY VOTE OF THE COMMISSION. …
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Wed Sep 16, 2026

Planning Board

Planning Board to review Downtown SOMI zoning amendment for Midtown Development

The South Miami Planning Board will hold a public hearing on a proposed ordinance amending the Downtown SOMI District regulations, submitted by Midtown Development, LLC. The board will also consider approval of the August 11, 2026 meeting minutes and set future meeting dates. The meeting is virtual with public participation options.

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CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI Planning Board Wednesday, September 16, 2026 CITY COMMISSION CHAMBERS 07:00 P.M. City of South Miami Ordinance No. 08-06-1876 requires all lobbyists before engaging in any lobbying activities to register with the City Clerk and pay an annual fee of $500 per Ordinance No. 44-08-1979. This applies to all persons who are retained (whether paid or not) to represent a business entity or organization to influence “City” action. “City” action is broadly described to include the ranking and selection of professional consultants, and virtually all-legislative, quasi-judicial and administrative action As provided in Section 20-6.1(B)(2)(d)(i) of the City’s Land Development Code, the City will be holding its Planning Board Meeting VIRTUALLY through communications media technology (CMT). Members of the Planning Board, City staff, City consultant and the applicant, applicant’s attorney and witnesses may participate in person at City Hall through video conferencing broadcast from City Hall or may do so remotely through the Zoom platform used by the City Clerk for live remote participation. Members of the public may join the meeting via Zoom at (https://zoom.us/s/3056636338), or, if space is available, attend through the Zoom platform provided in the Commission Chamber, and participate. In addition, a dedicated phone line will be available so that any individual who does not wish (or is unable) to use Zoo …
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Fri Sep 11, 2026

Planning Board

Planning Board to review Downtown SoMi zoning amendment for Midtown Development

The South Miami Planning Board will hold a public hearing on PB-2026-018, an ordinance amending the Downtown SoMi District regulations in the Land Development Code, based on an application by Midtown Development, LLC. The board will also take public comments, approve the August 11, 2026 minutes, and set future meeting dates. The meeting will be held virtually via Zoom and phone, with in-person attendance available in the Commission Chambers.

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CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI Planning Board Wednesday, September 16, 2026 CITY COMMISSION CHAMBERS 07:00 P.M. City of South Miami Ordinance No. 08-06-1876 requires all lobbyists before engaging in any lobbying activities to register with the City Clerk and pay an annual fee of $500 per Ordinance No. 44-08-1979. This applies to all persons who are retained (whether paid or not) to represent a business entity or organization to influence “City” action. “City” action is broadly described to include the ranking and selection of professional consultants, and virtually all-legislative, quasi-judicial and administrative action As provided in Section 20-6.1(B)(2)(d)(i) of the City’s Land Development Code, the City will be holding its Planning Board Meeting VIRTUALLY through communications media technology (CMT). Members of the Planning Board, City staff, City consultant and the applicant, applicant’s attorney and witnesses may participate in person at City Hall through video conferencing broadcast from City Hall or may do so remotely through the Zoom platform used by the City Clerk for live remote participation. Members of the public may join the meeting via Zoom at (https://zoom.us/s/3056636338), or, if space is available, attend through the Zoom platform provided in the Commission Chamber, and participate. In addition, a dedicated phone line will be available so that any individual who does not wish (or is unable) to use Zoo …
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Thu Sep 10, 2026

Design Review Board - MEETING CANCELLED

South Miami Design Review Board September meeting cancelled

The Design Review Board's regular meeting scheduled for September 15, 2026, has been cancelled because no plans, specifications, or items were submitted for review. The agenda also includes a reminder about lobbyist registration requirements.

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CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI Design Review Board Regular Meeting Agenda Tuesday, September 15, 2026 Virtual Meeting via Zoom Communications Media Technology Broadcast from City Commission Chambers 6130 Sunset Drive 8:30 A.M. The City of South Miami Code of Ordinances, Section 8A-5, requires that all lobbyists, as defined in that section, who represent a principal must register with the City Clerk before engaging in any lobbying activities and, in most cases, pay an annual fee of $500.00 and an additional $100 for each additional issue. A “Principal is anyone who seeks to affect the action, decision or recommendation of the City Manager, City Personnel or City Board (including committees and other similar groups) on a matter that will foreseeably be heard or reviewed by the City Commission, or who seeks to affect the action, decision or recommendation of the City Manager or City Personnel on a matter that will foreseeably be heard or reviewed by a City Board. This applies to all persons who are retained with, and most who are retained without, compensation to influence any action, decision, recommendation as set forth above. There are some exceptions and exemptions. However, note that, notwithstanding the exemption for quasi-judicial hearings, the Miami-Dade Commission on Ethics has ruled that a representative of a principal, including the principal’s attorney, at a quasi-juridical hearing in South Miami, is required to register as a lobbyist. DESIGN REVIEW BOARD M …
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Tue Sep 8, 2026

City Commission

South Miami to weigh City Hall redevelopment ground leases with 13th Floor Link at SoMi

The South Miami City Commission meets Tuesday, September 8, 2026, at 7:00 PM at City Hall, 6130 Sunset Drive. The agenda includes a first reading of an ordinance approving a franchise and two ground lease agreements with 13th Floor Link at SoMi, LLC for the City Hall redevelopment project at 6130 Sunset Drive under RFP No. CSM2024-08. Commissioners will also hold second-reading public hearings on zoning changes for physical fitness facilities in the General Retail District and on repealing local firearms regulations, plus consent items on pension board reappointments, an event fee waiver, and a liability insurance renewal.

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A. SILENCE OR TURN OFF ALL CELL PHONES B. ROLL CALL C. PRAYER/MOMENT OF SILENCE E. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE D. PUBLIC REMARKS F. PRESENTATIONS F1. Proclamation - Diaper Need Awareness Week CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI CITY COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 2026, 7:00 PM CITY HALL/ COMMISSION CHAMBERS 6130 SUNSET DRIVE SOUTH MIAMI, FL 33143 THE CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI HAS A SIGNIFICANT GOVERNMENTAL INTEREST IN CONDUCTING EFFICIENT AND ORDERLY COMMISSION MEETINGS. SPEAKERS PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT SECTION 2-2.1(K)(2) OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES PROVIDES THAT “ANY PERSON WHO MAKES SLANDEROUS OR INTENTIONALLY RUDE, UNCIVIL OR OTHERWISE IMPERTINENT REMARKS, AND WHO REFUSES OR FAILS TO DESIST FROM MAKING SUCH REMARKS AFTER BEING INSTRUCTED TO DO SO, OR WHO SHALL BECOME BOISTEROUS IN THE COMMISSION CHAMBER AND WHO REFUSES OR FAILS TO DESIST FROM SUCH CONDUCT AFTER BEING INSTRUCTED TO DO SO MAY BE FORTHWITH REMOVED FROM THE PODIUM AND FROM CITY HALL FOR THE DURATION OF THAT MEETING AT THE DIRECTION OF THE PRESIDING OFFICER, UNLESS OVERRULED BY A MAJORITY VOTE OF THE COMMISSION. NO CLAPPING, APPLAUDING, HECKLING, OR VERBAL OUTBURSTS SHALL BE PERMITTED FOR ANY REASON, INCLUDING FOR THE PURPOSE OF SUPPORTING OR OPPOSING ANY MATTER, ANY SPEAKER OR A SPEAKER’S REMARKS. NO SIGNS OR PLACARDS SHALL BE ALLOWED TO BE DISPLAYED IN ANY MANNER OTHER THAN WHEN USED FROM THE PODIUM TO EXPRESS AN OPINION OR DISPLAY FACTS. SIGNS TO BE USED AT THE PODIUM MUST BE BROUGHT INTO THE COMMISSION CHAMBERS IN A …
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Tue Sep 8, 2026

City Commission

City Hall redevelopment ground leases up for first reading

The South Miami City Commission is meeting to discuss and vote on several items, including a first reading of an ordinance approving a franchise and two ground lease agreements for the City Hall redevelopment project at 6130 Sunset Drive. The commission will also consider second readings on zoning changes for physical fitness facilities, public hearing notice requirements, a Girl Scout lease amendment, and repealing local firearm regulations. Consent agenda items include reappointments to the Pension Board, a fee waiver for a mobile food market, and removal of police off-duty employment fees.

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A. SILENCE OR TURN OFF ALL CELL PHONES B. ROLL CALL C. PRAYER/MOMENT OF SILENCE E. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE D. PUBLIC REMARKS F. PRESENTATIONS F1. Proclamation - Diaper Need Awareness Week CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI CITY COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 2026, 7:00 PM CITY HALL/ COMMISSION CHAMBERS 6130 SUNSET DRIVE SOUTH MIAMI, FL 33143 THE CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI HAS A SIGNIFICANT GOVERNMENTAL INTEREST IN CONDUCTING EFFICIENT AND ORDERLY COMMISSION MEETINGS. SPEAKERS PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT SECTION 2-2.1(K)(2) OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES PROVIDES THAT “ANY PERSON WHO MAKES SLANDEROUS OR INTENTIONALLY RUDE, UNCIVIL OR OTHERWISE IMPERTINENT REMARKS, AND WHO REFUSES OR FAILS TO DESIST FROM MAKING SUCH REMARKS AFTER BEING INSTRUCTED TO DO SO, OR WHO SHALL BECOME BOISTEROUS IN THE COMMISSION CHAMBER AND WHO REFUSES OR FAILS TO DESIST FROM SUCH CONDUCT AFTER BEING INSTRUCTED TO DO SO MAY BE FORTHWITH REMOVED FROM THE PODIUM AND FROM CITY HALL FOR THE DURATION OF THAT MEETING AT THE DIRECTION OF THE PRESIDING OFFICER, UNLESS OVERRULED BY A MAJORITY VOTE OF THE COMMISSION. NO CLAPPING, APPLAUDING, HECKLING, OR VERBAL OUTBURSTS SHALL BE PERMITTED FOR ANY REASON, INCLUDING FOR THE PURPOSE OF SUPPORTING OR OPPOSING ANY MATTER, ANY SPEAKER OR A SPEAKER’S REMARKS. NO SIGNS OR PLACARDS SHALL BE ALLOWED TO BE DISPLAYED IN ANY MANNER OTHER THAN WHEN USED FROM THE PODIUM TO EXPRESS AN OPINION OR DISPLAY FACTS. SIGNS TO BE USED AT THE PODIUM MUST BE BROUGHT INTO THE COMMISSION CHAMBERS IN A …
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Tue Sep 8, 2026

Special City Commission/First Budget Hearing

South Miami holds first budget hearing for fiscal year 2026/2027

The City Commission is conducting a special hearing to discuss the proposed budget and millage rate for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2026. The meeting includes first readings of ordinances to adopt the tentative budget and the required property tax millage rate.

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A. SILENCE OR TURN OFF ALL CELL PHONES B. ROLL CALL C. MOMENT OF SILENCE D. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE E. ORDINANCE(S) FIRST READING PUBLIC HEARING 1. AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI, FLORIDA, ADOPTING A PROPOSED MILLAGE RATE FOR THE FISCAL YEAR COMMENCING OCTOBER 1, 2026 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 30, 2027 ("FISCAL YEAR 2026/2027"), WHICH AMOUNT MAY BE AMENDED AT THE FIRST OR SECOND READING; AND ADOPTING THE FINAL MILLAGE RATE ON SECOND READING; PROVIDING FOR CORRECTIONS; SEVERABILITY; CONFLICTS; AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE. 3/5 (CITY MANAGER) CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI SPECIAL CITY COMMISSION/FIRST BUDGET HEARING MEETING AGENDA TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 2026, 5:01 PM CITY HALL/COMMISSION CHAMBERS 6130 SUNSET DRIVE SOUTH MIAMI, FL 33143 THE CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI HAS A SIGNIFICANT GOVERNMENTAL INTEREST IN CONDUCTING EFFICIENT AND ORDERLY COMMISSION MEETINGS. SPEAKERS PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT SECTION 2-2.1(K)(2) OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES PROVIDES THAT “ANY PERSON WHO MAKES SLANDEROUS OR INTENTIONALLY RUDE, UNCIVIL OR OTHERWISE IMPERTINENT REMARKS, AND WHO REFUSES OR FAILS TO DESIST FROM MAKING SUCH REMARKS AFTER BEING INSTRUCTED TO DO SO, OR WHO SHALL BECOME BOISTEROUS IN THE COMMISSION CHAMBER AND WHO REFUSES OR FAILS TO DESIST FROM SUCH CONDUCT AFTER BEING INSTRUCTED TO DO SO MAY BE FORTHWITH REMOVED FROM THE PODIUM AND FROM CITY HALL FOR THE DURATION OF THAT MEETING AT THE DIRECTION OF THE PRESIDING OFFICER, UNLESS OVERRULED BY A MAJORITY VOTE OF THE COMMISSION. NO …
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Fri Sep 4, 2026

Special City Commission/First Budget Hearing

South Miami sets proposed millage rate and tentative FY 2026/27 budget

The South Miami City Commission is holding a special meeting and first budget hearing to consider two ordinances on first reading: one adopting a proposed millage rate for fiscal year 2026/2027 (which may be amended at first or second reading), and another adopting a tentative budget for the same fiscal year, including salaries, expenses, and department structures. Both ordinances are scheduled for final adoption on second reading at a later meeting. The meeting is primarily procedural, focusing on the initial approval of the tax rate and budget.

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A. SILENCE OR TURN OFF ALL CELL PHONES B. ROLL CALL C. MOMENT OF SILENCE D. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE E. ORDINANCE(S) FIRST READING PUBLIC HEARING 1. AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI, FLORIDA, ADOPTING A PROPOSED MILLAGE RATE FOR THE FISCAL YEAR COMMENCING OCTOBER 1, 2026 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 30, 2027 ("FISCAL YEAR 2026/2027"), WHICH AMOUNT MAY BE AMENDED AT THE FIRST OR SECOND READING; AND ADOPTING THE FINAL MILLAGE RATE ON SECOND READING; PROVIDING FOR CORRECTIONS; SEVERABILITY; CONFLICTS; AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE. 3/5 (CITY MANAGER) CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI SPECIAL CITY COMMISSION/FIRST BUDGET HEARING MEETING AGENDA TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 2026, 5:01 PM CITY HALL/COMMISSION CHAMBERS 6130 SUNSET DRIVE SOUTH MIAMI, FL 33143 THE CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI HAS A SIGNIFICANT GOVERNMENTAL INTEREST IN CONDUCTING EFFICIENT AND ORDERLY COMMISSION MEETINGS. SPEAKERS PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT SECTION 2-2.1(K)(2) OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES PROVIDES THAT “ANY PERSON WHO MAKES SLANDEROUS OR INTENTIONALLY RUDE, UNCIVIL OR OTHERWISE IMPERTINENT REMARKS, AND WHO REFUSES OR FAILS TO DESIST FROM MAKING SUCH REMARKS AFTER BEING INSTRUCTED TO DO SO, OR WHO SHALL BECOME BOISTEROUS IN THE COMMISSION CHAMBER AND WHO REFUSES OR FAILS TO DESIST FROM SUCH CONDUCT AFTER BEING INSTRUCTED TO DO SO MAY BE FORTHWITH REMOVED FROM THE PODIUM AND FROM CITY HALL FOR THE DURATION OF THAT MEETING AT THE DIRECTION OF THE PRESIDING OFFICER, UNLESS OVERRULED BY A MAJORITY VOTE OF THE COMMISSION. NO …
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Tue Aug 18, 2026

Design Review Board

Design Review Board to hear two new-construction proposals Aug 18

The South Miami Design Review Board will meet virtually on August 18, 2026, to review two new-construction requests: a one-story addition at 6021 SW 88 Street and a two-story build at 6501 SW 59 Avenue. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom, phone, or in-person at City Commission Chambers.

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CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI Design Review Board Tuesday, August 18, 2026 CITY COMMISSION CHAMBERS 08:30 A.M. City of South Miami Ordinance No. 08-06-1876 requires all lobbyists before engaging in any lobbying activities to register with the City Clerk and pay an annual fee of $500 per Ordinance No. 44-08-1979. This applies to all persons who are retained (whether paid or not) to represent a business entity or organization to influence “City” action. “City” action is broadly described to include the ranking and selection of professional consultants, and virtually all-legislative, quasi-judicial and administrative action As provided in Section 20-6.1(C)(2) of the City’s Land Development Code, the City will be holding its Design Review Board (DRB) Meeting VIRTUALLY through communications media technology (CMT). Members of the DRB, City staff, City consultants and the applicant, applicant’s attorney and witnesses may participate in person at City Hall through video conferencing broadcast from City Hall or may do so remotely through the Zoom platform used by the City Clerk for live remote participation. Members of the public may join the meeting via Zoom at (https://zoom.us/s/3056636338), or, if space is available, attend through the Zoom platform provided in the Commission Chamber, and participate. In addition, a dedicated phone line will be available so that any individual who does not wish (or is unable) to use Zoom, ma …
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Tue Aug 18, 2026

City Commission

City Commission to vote on garbage service changes, gun law repeal, and more

The South Miami City Commission is meeting to decide on a range of items, including a garbage collection ordinance change for multi-family properties, a repeal of local firearm regulations to comply with state law, and a tentative plat for a city block. The agenda also includes several routine resolutions, such as health insurance renewals and grant authorizations, plus a special event fee waiver.

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A. SILENCE OR TURN OFF ALL CELL PHONES B. ROLL CALL C. PRAYER/MOMENT OF SILENCE D. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE E. PUBLIC REMARKS F. PRESENTATIONS F1. Chief's Administrative Award: Lt. Bukens CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI CITY COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA TUESDAY, AUGUST 18, 2026, 7:00 PM CITY HALL/ COMMISSION CHAMBERS 6130 SUNSET DRIVE SOUTH MIAMI, FL 33143 THE CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI HAS A SIGNIFICANT GOVERNMENTAL INTEREST IN CONDUCTING EFFICIENT AND ORDERLY COMMISSION MEETINGS. SPEAKERS PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT SECTION 2-2.1(K)(2) OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES PROVIDES THAT “ANY PERSON WHO MAKES SLANDEROUS OR INTENTIONALLY RUDE, UNCIVIL OR OTHERWISE IMPERTINENT REMARKS, AND WHO REFUSES OR FAILS TO DESIST FROM MAKING SUCH REMARKS AFTER BEING INSTRUCTED TO DO SO, OR WHO SHALL BECOME BOISTEROUS IN THE COMMISSION CHAMBER AND WHO REFUSES OR FAILS TO DESIST FROM SUCH CONDUCT AFTER BEING INSTRUCTED TO DO SO MAY BE FORTHWITH REMOVED FROM THE PODIUM AND FROM CITY HALL FOR THE DURATION OF THAT MEETING AT THE DIRECTION OF THE PRESIDING OFFICER, UNLESS OVERRULED BY A MAJORITY VOTE OF THE COMMISSION. NO CLAPPING, APPLAUDING, HECKLING, OR VERBAL OUTBURSTS SHALL BE PERMITTED FOR ANY REASON, INCLUDING FOR THE PURPOSE OF SUPPORTING OR OPPOSING ANY MATTER, ANY SPEAKER OR A SPEAKER’S REMARKS. NO SIGNS OR PLACARDS SHALL BE ALLOWED TO BE DISPLAYED IN ANY MANNER OTHER THAN WHEN USED FROM THE PODIUM TO EXPRESS AN OPINION OR DISPLAY FACTS. SIGNS TO BE USED AT THE PODIUM MUST BE BROUGHT INTO THE COMMISSION CHAMBERS IN A MA …
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Tue Aug 11, 2026

Planning Board

Planning Board to vote on zoning changes for Bird Road and SW 41st Street properties

The South Miami Planning Board will hold a virtual meeting on August 11, 2026, to decide on multiple zoning and land-use amendments. Five public hearings are scheduled, including changes to future land use categories, zoning maps, and a tentative plat for a city block near SW 62nd Avenue. The meeting will also consider a special use permit for a physical fitness facility in the General Retail District.

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CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI Planning Board Tuesday, August 11, 2026 CITY COMMISSION CHAMBERS 7:00 P.M. City of South Miami Ordinance No. 08-06-1876 requires all lobbyists before engaging in any lobbying activities to register with the City Clerk and pay an annual fee of $500 per Ordinance No. 44-08-1979. This applies to all persons who are retained (whether paid or not) to represent a business entity or organization to influence “City” action. “City” action is broadly described to include the ranking and selection of professional consultants, and virtually all-legislative, quasi-judicial and administrative action As provided in Section 20-6.1(B)(2)(d)(i) of the City’s Land Development Code, the City will be holding its Planning Board Meeting VIRTUALLY through communications media technology (CMT). Members of the Planning Board, City staff, City consultant and the applicant, applicant’s attorney and witnesses may participate in person at City Hall through video conferencing broadcast from City Hall or may do so remotely through the Zoom platform used by the City Clerk for live remote participation. Members of the public may join the meeting via Zoom at (https://zoom.us/s/3056636338), or, if space is available, attend through the Zoom platform provided in the Commission Chamber, and participate. In addition, a dedicated phone line will be available so that any individual who does not wish (or is unable) to use Zoom, may …
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Tue Aug 4, 2026

Design Review Board

Design Review Board to review two-story addition at 5730 SW 49 Street

The South Miami Design Review Board will meet virtually on August 4, 2026, to review a new two-story addition at 5730 SW 49 Street. The meeting includes procedural items like roll call, swearing in, and approval of previous minutes. The public can attend via Zoom or in person at City Commission Chambers.

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CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI Design Review Board Tuesday, August 4, 2026 CITY COMMISSION CHAMBERS 08:30 A.M. City of South Miami Ordinance No. 08-06-1876 requires all lobbyists before engaging in any lobbying activities to register with the City Clerk and pay an annual fee of $500 per Ordinance No. 44-08-1979. This applies to all persons who are retained (whether paid or not) to represent a business entity or organization to influence “City” action. “City” action is broadly described to include the ranking and selection of professional consultants, and virtually all-legislative, quasi-judicial and administrative action As provided in Section 20-6.1(C)(2) of the City’s Land Development Code, the City will be holding its Design Review Board (DRB) Meeting VIRTUALLY through communications media technology (CMT). Members of the DRB, City staff, City consultants and the applicant, applicant’s attorney and witnesses may participate in person at City Hall through video conferencing broadcast from City Hall or may do so remotely through the Zoom platform used by the City Clerk for live remote participation. Members of the public may join the meeting via Zoom at (https://zoom.us/s/3056636338), or, if space is available, attend through the Zoom platform provided in the Commission Chamber, and participate. In addition, a dedicated phone line will be available so that any individual who does not wish (or is unable) to use Zoom, may …
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Tue Jul 21, 2026

City Commission

Commission to set millage rate, call 4 charter amendment special elections

The South Miami City Commission will hold public hearings to set the proposed millage rate and budget for FY 2026-2027, and will vote on calling a November 3, 2026 special election for four charter amendments. The consent agenda includes a $50,000 budget transfer for scholarships and youth programming, a $78,555 playground shade structure purchase, and a one-month green waste diversion pilot with Waste Management. The commission will also discuss a pedestrian bridge design and consider a $40,000 annual federal lobbying contract.

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✓ Decided: Commission approves 5 charter amendments for Nov. 3 special election

The City Commission approved multiple resolutions, including calling a special election on November 3, 2026, for five proposed charter amendments. It also approved a $50,000 budget transfer, a revised easement for sewer facilities, a film permit agreement, a shade structure purchase, a federal lobbying contract, a green waste pilot program, and an ordinance on garbage collection. The commission tabled a pedestrian bridge design and agreed to propose a future charter change for a landowner on the Planning Board.

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A. SILENCE OR TURN OFF ALL CELL PHONES B. ROLL CALL C. PRAYER/MOMENT OF SILENCE D. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE E. PUBLIC REMARKS F. PRESENTATIONS F1. Employee of the Quarter for 2026 Quarter 2 - Francesca Gemelli, Administrative Services CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI CITY COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA TUESDAY, JULY 21, 2026, 7:00 PM CITY HALL/ COMMISSION CHAMBERS 6130 SUNSET DRIVE SOUTH MIAMI, FL 33143 THE CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI HAS A SIGNIFICANT GOVERNMENTAL INTEREST IN CONDUCTING EFFICIENT AND ORDERLY COMMISSION MEETINGS. SPEAKERS PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT SECTION 2-2.1(K)(2) OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES PROVIDES THAT “ANY PERSON WHO MAKES SLANDEROUS OR INTENTIONALLY RUDE, UNCIVIL OR OTHERWISE IMPERTINENT REMARKS, AND WHO REFUSES OR FAILS TO DESIST FROM MAKING SUCH REMARKS AFTER BEING INSTRUCTED TO DO SO, OR WHO SHALL BECOME BOISTEROUS IN THE COMMISSION CHAMBER AND WHO REFUSES OR FAILS TO DESIST FROM SUCH CONDUCT AFTER BEING INSTRUCTED TO DO SO MAY BE FORTHWITH REMOVED FROM THE PODIUM AND FROM CITY HALL FOR THE DURATION OF THAT MEETING AT THE DIRECTION OF THE PRESIDING OFFICER, UNLESS OVERRULED BY A MAJORITY VOTE OF THE COMMISSION. NO CLAPPING, APPLAUDING, HECKLING, OR VERBAL OUTBURSTS SHALL BE PERMITTED FOR ANY REASON, INCLUDING FOR THE PURPOSE OF SUPPORTING OR OPPOSING ANY MATTER, ANY SPEAKER OR A SPEAKER’S REMARKS. NO SIGNS OR PLACARDS SHALL BE ALLOWED TO BE DISPLAYED IN ANY MANNER OTHER THAN WHEN USED FROM THE PODIUM TO EXPRESS AN OPINION OR DISPLAY FACTS. SIGNS TO BE USED AT THE PODIUM MUST BE …
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CITY COMMISSION MINUTES July 21, 2026 1 City of South Miami Regular City Commission Minutes July 21, 2026 The City Commission met in regular session on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, beginning at 7:00 p.m. The meeting was held in the City Commission Chamber, 6130 Sunset Drive, South Miami, FL and as a virtual meeting. This virtual meeting was held on the Zoom platform used by the City Clerk for live remote participation. A) SILENCE OR TURN OFF ALL CELL PHONES B) ROLL CALL The following members of the City Commission were present: Mayor Javier Fernández (arrived at 7:14 pm), Vice Mayor Brian Corey, Commissioner Steve Calle, Commissioner Lisa Bonich, and Commissioner Danny Rodriguez. Also in attendance were Chip Iglesias, City Manager, Dani Cimo, City Attorney, Tony Recio, City Attorney (arrived at 9:37 pm), and Nkenga A. Payne, City Clerk. C) PRAYER/MOMENT OF SILENCE D) PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was recited in unison. E) PUBLIC REMARKS The following spoke during public remarks: Reynold Martin. F) PRESENTATIONS F1.) Employee of the Quarter for 2026 Quarter 2 - Francesca Gemelli, Administrative Services Coordinator Wendy Cournoyer, HR Manager, presented Ms. Gemelli with a certificate for being Employee of the Quarter. CITY COMMISSION MINUTES July 21, 2026 2 F2.) Proclamation - Mano Libera, South Miami Restaurant recognized in the Michelin Guide The Commission presented a …
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Tue Jul 21, 2026

Budget Workshop

South Miami Commission reviews proposed FY 2027 budget

The City Commission is holding a budget workshop to discuss the proposed FY 2027 budget, including a recommendation report from the Budget and Finance Committee and a presentation by the City Manager on capital and operating budget highlights. No final decisions are being made; this is a discussion session.

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A. CALL TO ORDER B. PROPOSED BUDGET 1. Proposed FY 2027 Budget as of 07.21.26 C. BUDGET AND FINANCE COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION REPORT 2. FY 2027 Budget and Finance Committee Recommendations D. PRESENTATION BY CITY MANAGER 3. CM Memo - Capital and Operating Budget Highlights- FY 2026-27 E. DISCUSSION BY CITY COMMISSION CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI BUDGET WORKSHOP MEETING AGENDA TUESDAY, JULY 21, 2026, 4:00 PM CITY HALL/COMMISSION CHAMBERS 6130 SUNSET DRIVE SOUTH MIAMI, FL 33143 THE CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI HAS A SIGNIFICANT GOVERNMENTAL INTEREST IN CONDUCTING EFFICIENT AND ORDERLY COMMISSION MEETINGS. SPEAKERS PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT SECTION 2-2.1(K)(2) OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES PROVIDES THAT “ANY PERSON WHO MAKES SLANDEROUS OR INTENTIONALLY RUDE, UNCIVIL OR OTHERWISE IMPERTINENT REMARKS, AND WHO REFUSES OR FAILS TO DESIST FROM MAKING SUCH REMARKS AFTER BEING INSTRUCTED TO DO SO, OR WHO SHALL BECOME BOISTEROUS IN THE COMMISSION CHAMBER AND WHO REFUSES OR FAILS TO DESIST FROM SUCH CONDUCT AFTER BEING INSTRUCTED TO DO SO MAY BE FORTHWITH REMOVED FROM THE PODIUM AND FROM CITY HALL FOR THE DURATION OF THAT MEETING AT THE DIRECTION OF THE PRESIDING OFFICER, UNLESS OVERRULED BY A MAJORITY VOTE OF THE COMMISSION. NO CLAPPING, APPLAUDING, HECKLING, OR VERBAL OUTBURSTS SHALL BE PERMITTED FOR ANY REASON, INCLUDING FOR THE PURPOSE OF SUPPORTING OR OPPOSING ANY MATTER, ANY SPEAKER OR A SPEAKER’S REMARKS. NO SIGNS OR PLACARDS SHALL BE ALLOWED TO BE DISPLAYED IN ANY MANNER OTHER THAN WHEN USED FROM TH …
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Showing the 30 most recent meetings of 73 on record. See the yearly meeting archives below for the full history.

💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
$4.9MLARKIN COMMUNITY HOSPITAL INC
Department of Homeland Security · THIS CONTRACT IS TO RATIFY AN UNAUTHORIZED COMMITMENT FOR MEDICAL SUPP
$1.2MSYNAPTIC AVIATION LLC
Department of Defense · OPTIMIZING GROUND HANDLING SAFETY THROUGH COMPUTER VISION AND REAL-TIM
$1.2MSYNAPTIC AVIATION LLC
Department of Defense · ENHANCING GROUND OPERATIONS SAFETY WITH COMPUTER VISION
$666,287LARKIN COMMUNITY HOSPITAL INC
Department of Justice · OUTSIDE MEDICAL SERVICES FOR USM INMATES AT LARKIN COMMUNITY HOSPITAL.
$500,000LARKIN COMMUNITY HOSPITAL INC
Department of Justice · OUTSIDE MEDICAL CARE AND TREATMENT FOR USM AIC'S (60Q) AT LARKIN COMMU
$433,135LARKIN COMMUNITY HOSPITAL INC
Department of Justice · OUTSIDE MEDICAL CARE AND TREATMENT FOR USM AIC'S (60Q) AT LARKIN COMMU
$400,000LARKIN COMMUNITY HOSPITAL INC
Department of Justice · OUTSIDE MEDICAL CARE AND TREATMENT FOR USM AIC'S (60Q) AT LARKIN COMMU
$367,922LARKIN COMMUNITY HOSPITAL INC
Department of Justice · OUTSIDE MEDICAL CARE AND TREATMENT FOR USM INMATES AT LARKIN COMMUNITY
$313,687LARKIN COMMUNITY HOSPITAL INC
Department of Justice · OUTSIDE MEDICAL CARE AND TREATMENT FOR USM INMATES (60Q) AT LARKIN COM
$264,094LARKIN COMMUNITY HOSPITAL INC
Department of Justice · OUTSIDE MEDICAL CARE AND TREATMENT FOR USM AIC'S (60Q) AT LARKIN COMMU

Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.

🌐 County-level context (Miami-Dade County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Traffic fatalities1 (1 pedestrian · 2023)
Business establishments98,394 (1,055,440 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$2,329/mo (279 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy37.5% (low numeracy 50% · 2017)

Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC

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Recorded votes
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Permitted housing units

Outcomes — economic mobility

source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research use

For kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:

White kids
0.454
All kids
0.410
Black kids
0.336

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