Commission Meeting - March 12, 2026

The City of Miami Commission held a meeting on March 12, 2026, addressing a variety of community and administrative issues. Key procurement-related discussions included the approval of a $150 million redevelopment revenue bond series 2026 by the Omni Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) to finance redevelopment projects, including a $2.5 million allocation to A&E District Holdings Company LLC for a mixed-income affordable housing project and a $1.5 million grant to Greater Israel Bethl Primitive Baptist Church for property repairs and renovations. The commission also discussed and passed amendments to the city procurement ordinance (FR5), authorizing the city manager to utilize competitively awarded contracts from other governmental entities and cooperative purchasing organizations, with a friendly amendment to cap certain purchases at $1.5 million for transparency. Additionally, the meeting featured extensive discussion on the Miami Center for Mental Health and Recovery, emphasizing the need for funding and collaboration to open and operate the facility, which aims to provide treatment for individuals with complex behavioral health needs. Several items related to city parks, zoning, and traffic improvements were deferred or indefinitely postponed to allow for further community engagement and planning. Motions were passed to appoint and reappoint members to various city boards and committees, including the Arts and Entertainment Council and Planning, Zoning, and Appeals Board. The meeting concluded with the reconsideration and withdrawal of a resolution concerning the Bayfront Park Management Trust, reflecting ongoing deliberations about its future governance.