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- FL
- Miami-Dade County
- 4/16/24
- 04/20/2024
- 59 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Miami Beach Charter Review Board has concluded its deliberations, finalizing a set of recommendations to amend the city charter, which will now be transmitted to the city commission for consideration. The board’s 18th public meeting centered on these recommendations, addressing the election cycle changes, commission compensation, and the board’s advocacy role in promoting their proposals. The board also discussed procedural matters such as the report’s format and the board’s sunset date.
- FL
- Putnam County
- 3/26/24
- 03/26/2024
- 123 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting, the Palatka Charter Review Committee laid the groundwork for a proposed amendment process aimed at updating the city’s charter for the November 2026 general election. One focus of the meeting was the educational presentations provided to committee members about the intricacies of charter review, the importance of public engagement, and the formalities of parliamentary procedure. Notable was the election of Mr. Hill as chairperson and the selection of a vice chair, which will guide the committee’s future activities.
- FL
- Miami-Dade County
- 3/25/24
- 03/25/2024
- 145 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In an effort to enhance accountability and oversight, the Doral Charter Revision Commission discussed the introduction of an Office of Inspector General, which would replace the current office of Charter enforcement. The commission’s debate centered on whether to leverage the county’s existing Inspector General resources or to establish an independent office within the city. The proposed amendment aims to improve investigations into matters such as white-collar crime and ensure Charter enforcement.
- FL
- Miami-Dade County
- 3/25/24
- 03/26/2024
- 158 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Miami Beach Charter Review Board recently engaged in discussions that could shape the city’s governance and electoral processes. Among the most issues deliberated was the potential shift from a council-manager system to a strong mayor form of government. This topic generated considerable debate, with members highlighting the magnitude of such a change and the current system’s longstanding effectiveness. Additionally, the timing of city elections and aligning with the county’s schedule were debated, given the importance of voter turnout and participation.
- FL
- Miami-Dade County
- 3/6/24
- 03/06/2024
- 117 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a decision by the Doral Charter Revision Commission, the mayor’s salary was frozen at the current level, with council members’ salaries to be adjusted to a percentage of the mayor’s salary. This move, passed with some dissent, aimed to streamline the city’s financial structure in regard to elected officials’ compensation. The meeting, which covered various topics, also broached the potential establishment of an Office of Inspector General and the challenges surrounding the Office of Charter Enforcement.
