Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Miami public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
5 issues in taxes budget with critical priority
Executive Director Compensation and Oversight
Trust leadership raised serious concerns after discovering unapproved salary increases given to the executive director over a three-year period. The board discussed potential termination and severance options in response to the oversight failure.
Amendment 3 fiscal impact
Budget staff estimated the homestead exemption amendment would strip roughly $25 million from the city in year one and $18.5 million in year two — and could force a solid waste fee hike or service cuts.
Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Budget and Millage Adoption
The CRA's $272.8 million budget funds operations, grants, affordable housing subsidies, crime reduction programming, and infrastructure in Overtown and Park West for the coming year. It also includes a 10% raise for the executive director and moves about $1.06 million out of stalled projects.
Midtown CRA FY 2026-2027 Proposed Budget
The city commission reviewed the proposed $1.86 billion operating budget and tentative property tax millage rates. To keep property taxes flat, officials instituted a vacancy freeze on non-essential positions while protecting public safety and sanitation roles.
Miami Forever Bond Expenditure Progress and Timeline Compliance
City officials updated the board on spending progress, showing $120.8 million spent out of $400 million, with 54% of allocated funds committed. Board members questioned staff extensively on projects lagging behind their expenditure schedules and the legal risks of exceeding three-year tax-exempt bond windows.