06.08.2026 - Aviation and Seaport Committee Meeting

The Miami-Dade Board of County Commissioners Aviation and Seaport Committee held a meeting on June 8, 2026, focusing on several procurement and operational issues related to Miami International Airport and Port Miami. Key procurement-related discussions included concerns raised by subcontracted aviation service workers about working conditions and safety at AGI, a contractor at the airport, prompting the county to schedule a meeting with AGI to address OSHA-related safety issues and labor concerns. The committee also considered agenda items related to long-term agreements with cruise lines, including a five-year contract for Margaritaville at Sea to homeport at Port Miami, which was approved without opposition. Amendments were made to expedite permit reviews for development projects at Miami-Dade Aviation Department to support operational excellence and economic growth. Additionally, the committee discussed the permitting and safety certification process for autonomous vehicles operating at the airport, with no permits expected before major upcoming events. The meeting concluded with acknowledgments of ongoing economic development efforts by the Beacon Council and a tribute to the departing port director. No specific contract awards or dollar amounts were disclosed, but the discussions highlighted active vendor management, labor relations, and infrastructure permitting processes.