City of Miami Gardens Regular Council Meeting January 14th, 2026

The City of Miami Gardens held its regular council meeting on January 14, 2026. Key procurement-related discussions included the approval of a resolution allocating $857.75 from the Mayor's community benefit account to sponsor food and refreshments for the Desperado Arts Coalition's annual Kwanzaa celebration. The council also discussed the creation of an arts and public places grant program, which would establish a process for the city to seek external grant funding to support public art projects, though no city funds were allocated at this time. Additionally, the council approved ordinances related to zoning and development standards, including procedures for certified recovery residences in compliance with state law. Several items were tabled or pulled for later discussion, and no direct contract awards or vendor selections were reported during this meeting.