04.15.2026 - Infrastructure, Innovation, and Technology Committee Meeting

The Miami-Dade Board of County Commissioners Infrastructure, Innovation, and Technology Committee met on April 15, 2026, to discuss amendments to the county's noise ordinance, specifically targeting noise from vessels on waterways. The key procurement-related discussion centered on enforcement tools for marine patrol and law enforcement to address noise complaints, particularly from boats anchored near residential areas. The proposed amendment reduces the distance at which music from vessels is considered a violation from 100 feet to 25 feet during nighttime hours (11:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.), aiming to improve quality of life for waterfront residents. Committee members debated the balance between residents' rights to quiet enjoyment and boaters' recreational use, with concerns raised about potential overreach and enforcement challenges. Law enforcement representatives indicated that warnings are typically issued before citations, and an educational campaign was suggested to accompany the ordinance changes. The committee voted to move the ordinance forward as drafted, with discussions about possible amendments to include written warnings ongoing.