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Commissioner Cohen Higgins moved the resolution and Commissioner Cabrera seconded. During consideration the chair offered a friendly amendment asking the administration to complete the procurement process and enter into a vendor agreement prior to the start of hurricane season (defined in the meeting as June 1), if feasible given procurement rules. The committee approved the resolution as amended by voice vote.

Why it matters: Commissioners framed the action as an emergency‑preparedness measure to ensure county residents can access sandbags quickly during declared emergencies and to preserve eligibility for federal reimbursement under the Stafford Act.

Ending: The committee approved the solicitation with a target for an agreement before June 1 to ensure readiness for the hurricane season; administration was asked to follow normal procurement rules while seeking to meet the timeline.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Miami-Dade County - Policy Council - Feb 10, 2025","oneSentenceSummary","The Policy Committee approved a resolution directing the county mayor to solicit vendors for sandbags during declared states of emergency, requiring the solicitation to conform with Stafford Act reimbursement rules and asking the administration to secure an agreement before the start of hurricane season.","taxTitle","Miami-Dade County, Florida","taxId",2864,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6688600,"Policy committee clarifies county review of criminal‑history checks for employees and directs training",73,2033265,2106510,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2254295-f959b1d164d68dc0f286f386bbba6bb9&start=2033&end=2106","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2254295-f959b1d164d68dc0f286f386bbba6bb9/thumbnail_2033265.jpg","/articles/6688600/Miami-Dade-County/Florida/Policy-committee-clarifies-county-review-of-criminalhistory-checks-for-employees-and-directs-training","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6688600-4db4111b8fb96a85311cb26eb46a5dec/orig.mp4?Expires=1771141692&Signature=EZ65x0TrbYB0XPvop59iID-j0yevMm-sBESK41ZBtkq7dwANH-kcsaSFzdiD6e9r5M4Qf0d4X9O7bWcJ110G~ehIk-Imu1TjYKBaxdQkp7gza3n4ZD5~bTc4ENJrr8R7nqRlUeHlM5V2zxKpvN7CxIZQqXJ6dskIghr2AFamuMxRXb8382hMcmUGR~AcKeVqEe4iz65B~DMsVc4mQs9BfJhHDuWZ3wEY9TGwg34ZER~1HxkChRRJx1kZj-GXWnojAO0hShgyJhhhEAZPW~E5HK~NRbuFyieCYYX2luIrtppIycaB-eCu~IS5cjmpaZLM7RlCxkMqOnC5RKswVhuz1A__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Policy Committee approved a resolution clarifying county policy regarding the review of criminal‑history background checks for certain county and Public Health Trust employees and appointees.

The resolution amends implementing order 7‑41 (pre‑employment fingerprint‑based criminal history record checks) and clarifies the review of criminal histories under section 2‑30 of the Miami‑Dade County Code. The measure authorizes the county mayor and the Public Health Trust, or their designees, to establish rules and procedures consistent with the policy and directs them to provide ongoing training to designated departmental personnel who review criminal history findings.

Commissioner Cabrera moved the resolution and Senator Garcia cosponsored it; the item was seconded and passed by voice vote with no additional discussion recorded. The clerk announced the item passed.

Why it matters: The resolution standardizes how background checks are applied when employees change positions or transfer between departments and emphasizes training for staff who review background findings.

Ending: The resolution directs the mayor and the Public Health Trust to implement procedures and training to align department practices with the clarified policy.","The Policy Committee approved a resolution clarifying county policy on criminal‑history background checks for certain county and Public Health Trust employees and directed the mayor and Public Health Trust to establish rules and training to assist departments in reviewing findings.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6688605,"Policy committee unanimously approves amendment to voluntary workforce housing program payment formula",59,1947920,2007310,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2254295-f959b1d164d68dc0f286f386bbba6bb9&start=1947&end=2007","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2254295-f959b1d164d68dc0f286f386bbba6bb9/thumbnail_1947920.jpg","/articles/6688605/Miami-Dade-County/Florida/Policy-committee-unanimously-approves-amendment-to-voluntary-workforce-housing-program-payment-formula","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6688605-ab68e4524f3dbdd12b5cf243bd5e33e6/orig.mp4?Expires=1771141692&Signature=JmOl0ULLmw~IL0ID6G7HXdI5rLgqduEupHZpDv3gxrQBfhvks7BzsHWfvV8IVxrmRjYhPgGMJzDrNrcHLmo8Lt7QGKoekH1nu3Kp2omdgT4aKF41cJlVda3NxqPL3F46NaiVUy-dBS305pMb7INPrW7D68f4uK1wsB~nmP4UDR0gwZ9aYqocAFbhv5nAmfN9cO2~yls6bGM-FuztsD8SvyW7IE~DXbNXMe6VIpaK7wO7ClBU2pLy~EGdj3Cbx9zXM-zMynK5NCY7oQYczRLrTfdZ9vEtc~8O2glA~GZaGjP6miq7MmhfWurYF5xLZ~GQGHA2WG5ncWHWKjZo7B7wZg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Policy Committee unanimously approved an ordinance amending section 33‑193.9 of the Miami‑Dade County Code to revise the formula that governs contribution payments in lieu of on‑site construction under the Voluntary Workforce Housing Development Program for single‑family residential neighborhoods.

No members of the public registered to speak on the item. Commissioner Cabrera moved the ordinance and Commissioner Cohen Higgins seconded. A roll call produced unanimous support; the chair announced the motion passed.

Why it matters: The change modifies how contributions in lieu of constructing workforce housing are calculated for single‑family areas. The committee provided no public testimony and did not attach additional amendments at the meeting.

Ending: The ordinance passed unanimously and will be included in the county code and implemented according to the code’s effective date provisions.","Committee members unanimously approved an ordinance amending the county code to revise the payment‑in‑lieu formula for the voluntary workforce housing development program in single‑family neighborhoods.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6688610,"Policy committee approves temporary suspension of most annexation applications citing county budget concerns",1332,607030,1939965,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2254295-f959b1d164d68dc0f286f386bbba6bb9&start=607&end=1939","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2254295-f959b1d164d68dc0f286f386bbba6bb9/thumbnail_607030.jpg","/articles/6688610/Miami-Dade-County/Florida/Policy-committee-approves-temporary-suspension-of-most-annexation-applications-citing-county-budget-concerns","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6688610-d59f57c9231604b758ad4d1ef45ecbf8/orig.mp4?Expires=1771141692&Signature=Ar5AtzGaluyKNJMFKhKGhrjuVW2mWHOkpVu991dG2a8XxZULwJv0E9O1zM5lns1pM3A1iVz~J7yQg8WS3mWKxwV9SmUXhNDZYfhxy9aFQF8Kro9DFO7Tpoiz2SHYXdYH9wRiOPBB6s8ENWat~lMoLGvROUBnjCYbfnJAEhJCjWwks93UfIvVnMTFYOYjVONyB1je5uzitWhsZKgqBs99kdll494tlT-506z-jEsnXKBw3TIf1Z47Y-zbyALJqcxb4UZCtafAufsYta-xdzF5OkrpUGjPU0JtHpoFM7uaH9XKWZWsEymZjZTrFawCrKZz7Sr-2QhDD3Q5xkkbjM36zw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Policy Committee of the Miami‑Dade County Board of County Commissioners voted unanimously to adopt an ordinance that suspends consideration of most proposed annexations and incorporations, creating section 20‑10 of the Miami‑Dade County Code and directing staff to prepare a report on the ordinance’s effects.

The ordinance sponsor and several commissioners framed the measure as a response to what they described as a looming county financial shortfall linked to recent changes involving constitutional officers and projected revenue reductions from annexations of commercial and industrial areas. The sponsor described the issue as “a financial emergency,” and said the temporary suspension is intended to allow the county to reassess revenues and service costs before new incorporations reduce revenue that supports county services such as policing.

Why it matters: Committee members said annexations of commercial and industrial areas can shift tax base and service costs from the county to municipalities; the county estimates that parts of the unincorporated municipal service area (UMSA) fund a majority of police patrols and that reductions in that tax base could require budget adjustments.

Public comment: Richard Cooper, executive director of the Miami‑Dade County League of Cities, urged deferral and requested more time for the county’s 34 municipalities to analyze the ordinance. He said the League would welcome a virtual meeting with the sponsor and board. Mayor Maria Mitchell of Miami Springs and Sweetwater Mayor Jose “Pepe” Diaz also asked for more time for municipal review and to resolve possible boundary conflicts.

Commission debate and vote: Sponsor Commissioner Cabrera said the ordinance is eight pages and argued municipalities had sufficient notice; he moved the item. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Cohen Higgins. A roll call produced unanimous support: Commissioner Cohen Higgins (yes); Commissioner Cabrera (yes); Senator Garcia (yes); Vice Chairman McGee (yes); Chairman Rodriguez (yes). The clerk announced the motion passed unanimously.

Action: The ordinance creates a temporary suspension on consideration of annexations and incorporations except for an identified narrow class (transcript: exclusively residential areas as an exception). The committee also agreed the sponsor will meet with municipal leaders in follow‑up discussions; the sponsor and League of Cities representatives said they expected a virtual meeting before the next committee date.

Ending: The committee directed staff to include a report accompanying the new code section and to coordinate with municipal officials; the ordinance will be included in the county code per the sponsor’s motion.","The Miami‑Dade Policy Committee unanimously approved an ordinance suspending consideration of most proposed annexations and incorporations to allow the county to evaluate fiscal impacts following changes to constitutional offices and projected budget shortfalls.",{"_33":112,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":113,"_41":114,"_43":115,"_45":116,"_47":117,"_49":118,"_51":119,"_53":120,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":121,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":122,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6688615,"Policy committee asks administration for full report on countywide streetlight outages",262,181645,443900,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2254295-f959b1d164d68dc0f286f386bbba6bb9&start=181&end=443","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2254295-f959b1d164d68dc0f286f386bbba6bb9/thumbnail_181645.jpg","/articles/6688615/Miami-Dade-County/Florida/Policy-committee-asks-administration-for-full-report-on-countywide-streetlight-outages","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6688615-881c790aad5b29582b5fecbab54ec177/orig.mp4?Expires=1771141692&Signature=PjMCZ7G9Q6pl~tbj3BP3PKUYi6qLqmkstWCSuxz1yeFBzWOASwPVrvgvqt-L0BOlGRcjbeEfp7487zwvmCe9hleUUdoqPGQCgBx8JpCiay-08oXKtbWYf7L9D2vJJJXuxrB0Ubd5s0qUWu2zbWuaBV3wWt~FfwSRKi03rsQs4CWenheWi~A6KXJ4g5gfP4roE7RVlZLAj3wxl69ruu3M49hZzUsQZ1jCPeqHqyLUxB5u98QT-F2-5JBWu5yC9m7U4Vep2secOvaQzkXAWwL5Iwy8nR~qdOBrqTRijcG6ch4o0RqUsPM-mSuh0JA8o55Xfo2uTa4riuI0K931EhZNbQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Policy Committee of the Miami‑Dade County Board of County Commissioners asked county administration to prepare a full report on the countywide streetlight maintenance contract and outages and return to the committee at its next meeting.

Committee members said they have received numerous complaints and described concentrated outages in some districts that they said pose public‑safety and economic concerns. Commissioner Cohen Higgins told the committee she receives frequent resident complaints; Commissioner Jeannette (transcript: Conegens/Tran context) also described persistent outages in her district. Commissioner [Sponsor] requested the administration include specific counts, contract status and a plan for faster restoration.

Why it matters: Commissioners said street lighting is a core municipal service that affects safety and commerce. Several said the county needs clearer timelines and accountability from the contractor and a plan to mitigate theft and vandalism that delays repairs.

Discussion details: Commissioners asked the administration to include in the report:
- A list of known, inoperable lights for each district and an explicit list of the 35 lights cited in District 8;
- How many fixtures have been converted to LED;
- Contract status including whether the vendor is meeting its obligations or is in default;
- The number of poles knocked down and outstanding replacements; and
- Proposed steps to mitigate copper theft and speed repairs.

Director of Transportation and Public Works (Mr. Tran) told the committee staff had the requested data and agreed to compile it into a digestible report rather than present the raw data at the meeting. He also said department staff are working with the Miami‑Dade Sheriff’s Office and detectives on theft cases affecting lighting infrastructure.

Action/direction: The committee did not take a formal vote on the item but the chair and members recorded the will of the committee that the administration return with the requested report at the next Policy Committee meeting.

Ending: Committee members said they expect the report to include both problem inventories and timelines for repair so the committee can consider possible changes to contract management or procurement next session.","Miami‑Dade County policy committee members asked the administration to return to the committee with a detailed report on the county streetlight maintenance contract, outages and theft mitigation after multiple commissioners described long-running outages affecting businesses and public safety.","actionData","errors"]

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