Miami Voters to Decide on $450M Bonds and Land Lease for Virginia Key
What happened
On November 3, 2026, Miami voters will decide on three municipal proposals. These include approving $450 million in general obligation bonds for police and fire facilities, establishing a permanent public debt oversight body, and authorizing a land lease on Virginia Key for marina renovation. Mayor Eileen Higgins supports the bond issuance, which would be repaid through property taxes.
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Why it matters
The bond issuance is intended to fund the refurbishment and construction of new public safety facilities, including a comprehensive headquarters. The land lease proposal concerns the use of Virginia Key for marina renovation. These decisions directly impact Miami's ability to raise capital and manage municipal assets.
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Who's involved
- Eileen HigginsSupports the bond issuance and leads the city government of Miami.
- MIaMIThe city seeking to issue bonds and lease land on Virginia Key.
- Virginia KeyThe barrier island where the city seeks to lease land for marina renovation.
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The entities involved
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Eileen Higgins
American politician (born 1963/1964)
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MIaMI
city in and county seat of Roberts County, Texas, United States
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Virginia Key
barrier island in Miami, Florida, United States
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