09-30-2026 Special Magistrate

The City of Homestead held a special magistrate meeting on September 4, 2026, which included extensive discussions on various procurement and contracting matters. Key procurement actions included the approval of multiple insurance contract renewals with significant premium reductions, awarding contracts for street resurfacing to H&R Paving Inc. and National Traffic Solutions, and purchasing sequencing batch reactor decanters for the wastewater treatment facility from Flowine Corp. for $434,800. The council also approved the ranking and negotiation with Waste Management, Inc. for recycling services and renewed a purchase power agreement with Florida Power and Light Company. Additionally, the council authorized a software-as-a-service contract with Tyler Technologies, Inc. for recreation management software. Policy discussions included the appointment and deferral of special magistrates, with debate over transitioning from volunteer special masters to attorney-style magistrates. The council also deliberated on a public-private partnership proposal for Harris Field redevelopment involving SPH, with concerns about the 30-year term and community impact, leading to plans for further workshops. Other notable items included budget amendments, zoning ordinance updates, and a proclamation of National Procurement Month. The meeting featured public comments on community events, code enforcement, and utility services, reflecting active civic engagement.