Miami Dade Charter Review Task Force selects Kurbell as Chair and Redondo as Vice Chair

Public input took center stage at the Miami-Dade County Charter Review Task Force meeting on July 10, 2025, with Oren Rosenthal, general counsel for the Miami-Dade County Supervisor of Elections, urging the task force to address critical updates to the county's charter. Rosenthal highlighted the need for clarity in the relationship between the county government and its constitutional officers, particularly following changes made by Amendment 10 in 2018.

Rosenthal pointed out that the current charter creates confusion regarding the responsibilities of the Supervisor of Elections, specifically in relation to the qualifications of county officers. He emphasized that the charter inaccurately assigns this duty to the Clerk of the Courts, which could lead to complications for candidates seeking to qualify for office. He called on the task force to work collaboratively with representatives from constitutional offices to ensure that any amendments align with the Florida Constitution.

Following public comments, the task force proceeded to elect its leadership. Mr. Kurbell was nominated and unanimously accepted as chair, while Mike Redondo was nominated and confirmed as vice chair. The selection of leadership is expected to streamline future meetings and discussions as the task force continues its important work on charter revisions.

The meeting underscored the significance of updating the county's governance framework to reflect current needs and legal standards, setting the stage for further discussions on the charter's evolution.