From the Homestead Dais May 2026

The City of Homestead council meeting on June 1, 2026, included multiple procurement and development-related approvals. The council granted site plan, variance, and final plat approvals for several residential and commercial developments, including a 119 single-family home subdivision, a new McDonald's restaurant, a 15,000 sq ft commercial retail facility, and residential projects by Lenar Homes totaling 350 homes. The council also adopted an ordinance updating parks and recreation fees and landscaping regulations to support sustainable development and community programming. A significant procurement action included authorizing a work agreement with EXP US Services, Inc. to develop the city's Vision Zero safety action plan aimed at improving roadway safety. Additionally, the council approved a $1.9 million capital improvement investment over five years to upgrade public safety technology systems, including records management and GIS services. The sale of two city-owned properties totaling $850,000 was authorized to support public-private partnerships. Other resolutions supported community programs and infrastructure planning, including wastewater facilities and neighborhood revitalization projects.