Election Notices - August 20, 2024 City of Miami Special Election

Fifth Week Special Election Notice

NOTICE OF REFERENDUM SPECIAL ELECTION
TO AMEND THE MIAMI CITY CHARTER
TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 20, 2024
IN THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA PURSUANT TO RESOLUTION NO. R-24-0153

Notice is hereby given that a Referendum Special Election will be held on Tuesday, August 20, 2024 from 7:00 A.M. until 7:00 P.M. in the City of Miami, Florida, at the polling places in the several Referendum Special Election precincts designated by the Supervisor of Elections of Miami-Dade County, Florida, as set forth herein, unless otherwise provided by law, for the purpose of submitting to the qualified electors of the City of Miami, Florida, the following question:

“Shall Sections 4, 20, 36, and 48 of Miami’s Charter be amended to eliminate the Office of the Independent Auditor General and references thereto, such duties and responsibilities being assumed by the Office of the Independent Inspector General?”

This Charter Amendment will amend Sections 4, 20, 36 and 48 of the Miami Charter to eliminate the Office of the Independent Auditor General, and references thereto.

By order of the Commission of the City of Miami, Florida.

Resolution No. R-24-0154 is available from the Office of the City Clerk’s website at (http://miami.gov/elections) as well as additional information related to the August 20, 2024 City of Miami Special Election.

Todd B. Hannon, City Clerk
Ad No. 43531

NOTICE OF REFERENDUM SPECIAL ELECTION
TO AMEND THE MIAMI CITY CHARTER
TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 20, 2024
 IN THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA PURSUANT TO RESOLUTION NO. R-24-0153

Notice is hereby given that a Referendum Special Election will be held on Tuesday, August 20, 2024 from 7:00 A.M. until 7:00 P.M. in the City of Miami, Florida, at the polling places in the several Referendum Special Election precincts designated by the Supervisor of Elections of Miami-Dade County, Florida, as set forth herein, unless otherwise provided by law, for the purpose of submitting to the qualified electors of the City of Miami, Florida, the following question:

“Shall the City Charter be amended to create an Independent Office of Inspector General who shall, at a minimum, be empowered to perform investigations, audits, reviews and oversight of all City officials, employees, and departments, City funded contracts, programs, and projects for abuse, waste and mismanagement, issue subpoenas, and provide services to other City agencies and authorities, with such office’s term, powers, duties and responsibilities to be further established by ordinance?”

This Charter Amendment will create Section 52 of the Miami Charter to create the Office of the Independent Inspector General, amend Section 4 of the Miami Charter to prohibit political interference, amend Section 20 of the Miami Charter to provide for the appointment of the Independent Inspector General by the City Commission, and amend Section 36 of the Miami Charter to provide that employees employed by the City of Miami and working within the Office of the Independent Inspector General are unclassified.  

By order of the Commission of the City of Miami, Florida.

Resolution No. R-24-0153 is available from the Office of the City Clerk’s website at (http://miami.gov/elections) as well as additional information related to the August 20, 2024 City of Miami Special Election.

Todd B. Hannon, City Clerk
Ad No. 43522

NOTICE OF REFERENDUM SPECIAL ELECTION
TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 20, 2024
 IN THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA
PURSUANT TO RESOLUTION NO. R-24-0180

Notice is hereby given that a Referendum Special Election will be held on Tuesday, August 20, 2024 from 7:00 A.M. until 7:00 P.M. in the City of Miami, Florida, at the polling places in the several election precincts designated by the Miami-Dade County Supervisor of Elections as set forth herein, unless otherwise provided by law, for the purpose of submitting to the qualified electors of the City of Miami, Florida, the following question:

“Shall the City of Miami keep already installed outdoor gym equipment like in many of our parks at the City park located at 1075 Biscayne Boulevard, Miami, FL 33132, also known as Maurice A. Ferré Park, to enhance recreational facilities and promote community health and fitness for all our residents?”

By order of the Commission of the City of Miami, Florida.

Resolution No. R-24-0180 is available from the Office of the City Clerk’s website at (http://miami.gov/elections) as well as additional information related to the August 20, 2024 City of Miami Special Election.

Todd B. Hannon, City Clerk
Ad No. 43533

Early Voting Notice

EARLY VOTING SITES AND SCHEDULE FOR THE
AUGUST 20, 2024  PRIMARY ELECTION AND CITY OF MIAMI REFERENDUM SPECIAL ELECTION

Miami-Dade County Early Voting Sites and Schedule 

Early Voting for the August 20, 2024 Primary Election and City of Miami Referendum Special Election has been scheduled for the designated sites, dates, and times referenced below. City of Miami registered voters may choose to vote at any of the Early Voting sites on the dates and times in which they are open.   

During Early Voting you may vote at any of the Countywide Early Voting sites. For a list of Countywide Early Voting locations visit: https://www.miamidade.gov/global/elections/home.page

PLEASE NOTE THAT MIAMI CITY HALL WILL NOT BE USED AS AN EARLY VOTING SITE DUE TO ITS LIMITED CAPACITY TO HANDLE THE LARGE TURNOUT EXPECTED FOR THE AUGUST 20, 2024  STATE OF FLORIDA PRIMARY ELECTION AND CITY OF MIAMI SPECIAL ELECTION. THE HISTORIC GARAGE LOCATED ON THE SAME PROPERTY AS THE FORMER MUSEUM OF SCIENCE WILL BE USED.  ADDITIONALLY, THE LITTLE HAITI CULTURAL COMPLEX WILL BE USED INSTEAD OF THE LEMON CITY BRANCH LIBRARY DUE TO RENOVATIONS (SEE BELOW*). 

Early Voting sites located within the City of Miami include the following:

A secure ballot intake station (Vote-by-Mail Drop Box) will be available and staffed at each Early Voting location during Early Voting hours of operation.

When voting at any voting location, whether at an Early Voting site or on Election Day, be sure to bring a current and valid identification that contains your name, photograph and signature.  While it is not required that you bring your voter information card to the polling place, it will expedite your check-in process. 

For more information, please contact the City of Miami Office of the City Clerk at Clerks@miamigov.com, 305-250-5361 or http://miamigov.com/elections

Third Week Special Election Notice

NOTICE OF REFERENDUM SPECIAL ELECTION
TO AMEND THE MIAMI CITY CHARTER
TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 20, 2024
IN THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA PURSUANT TO RESOLUTION NO. R-24-0153

Notice is hereby given that a Referendum Special Election will be held on Tuesday, August 20, 2024 from 7:00 A.M. until 7:00 P.M. in the City of Miami, Florida, at the polling places in the several Referendum Special Election precincts designated by the Supervisor of Elections of Miami-Dade County, Florida, as set forth herein, unless otherwise provided by law, for the purpose of submitting to the qualified electors of the City of Miami, Florida, the following question:

“Shall Sections 4, 20, 36, and 48 of Miami’s Charter be amended to eliminate the Office of the Independent Auditor General and references thereto, such duties and responsibilities being assumed by the Office of the Independent Inspector General?”

This Charter Amendment will amend Sections 4, 20, 36 and 48 of the Miami Charter to eliminate the Office of the Independent Auditor General, and references thereto.

By order of the Commission of the City of Miami, Florida.

Resolution No. R-24-0154 is available from the Office of the City Clerk’s website at (http://miami.gov/elections) as well as additional information related to the August 20, 2024 City of Miami Special Election.

Todd B. Hannon, City Clerk
Ad No. 43551

NOTICE OF REFERENDUM SPECIAL ELECTION
TO AMEND THE MIAMI CITY CHARTER
TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 20, 2024
 IN THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA PURSUANT TO RESOLUTION NO. R-24-0153

Notice is hereby given that a Referendum Special Election will be held on Tuesday, August 20, 2024 from 7:00 A.M. until 7:00 P.M. in the City of Miami, Florida, at the polling places in the several Referendum Special Election precincts designated by the Supervisor of Elections of Miami-Dade County, Florida, as set forth herein, unless otherwise provided by law, for the purpose of submitting to the qualified electors of the City of Miami, Florida, the following question:

“Shall the City Charter be amended to create an Independent Office of Inspector General who shall, at a minimum, be empowered to perform investigations, audits, reviews and oversight of all City officials, employees, and departments, City funded contracts, programs, and projects for abuse, waste and mismanagement, issue subpoenas, and provide services to other City agencies and authorities, with such office’s term, powers, duties and responsibilities to be further established by ordinance?”

This Charter Amendment will create Section 52 of the Miami Charter to create the Office of the Independent Inspector General, amend Section 4 of the Miami Charter to prohibit political interference, amend Section 20 of the Miami Charter to provide for the appointment of the Independent Inspector General by the City Commission, and amend Section 36 of the Miami Charter to provide that employees employed by the City of Miami and working within the Office of the Independent Inspector General are unclassified.  

By order of the Commission of the City of Miami, Florida.

Resolution No. R-24-0153 is available from the Office of the City Clerk’s website at (http://miami.gov/elections) as well as additional information related to the August 20, 2024 City of Miami Special Election.

Todd B. Hannon, City Clerk
Ad No. 43552

NOTICE OF REFERENDUM SPECIAL ELECTION
TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 20, 2024
 IN THE CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA
PURSUANT TO RESOLUTION NO. R-24-0180

Notice is hereby given that a Referendum Special Election will be held on Tuesday, August 20, 2024 from 7:00 A.M. until 7:00 P.M. in the City of Miami, Florida, at the polling places in the several election precincts designated by the Miami-Dade County Supervisor of Elections as set forth herein, unless otherwise provided by law, for the purpose of submitting to the qualified electors of the City of Miami, Florida, the following question:

“Shall the City of Miami keep already installed outdoor gym equipment like in many of our parks at the City park located at 1075 Biscayne Boulevard, Miami, FL 33132, also known as Maurice A. Ferré Park, to enhance recreational facilities and promote community health and fitness for all our residents?”

By order of the Commission of the City of Miami, Florida.

Resolution No. R-24-0180 is available from the Office of the City Clerk’s website at (http://miami.gov/elections) as well as additional information related to the August 20, 2024 City of Miami Special Election.

Todd B. Hannon, City Clerk
Ad No. 43553

Polling Place Changes Notice

Public Notice
CITY OF MIAMI REFERENDUM SPECIAL ELECTION
AUGUST 20, 2024
PERMANENT AND TEMPORARY POLLING PLACE CHANGES

Notice is hereby given of the following permanent and temporary polling place changes.  These changes have been made by the Supervisor of Elections pursuant to Section 101.71, Florida Statutes.

For more information, please visit www.miami.gov/elections or contact the City of Miami Office of the City Clerk via email at City-Campaigns@miamigov.com or 305-250-5361

Todd B. Hannon, City Clerk
Ad No. 43555

Official Sample Ballot Notice

OFFICIAL SAMPLE BALLOT
REFERENDUM SPECIAL ELECTION
TUESDAY, AUGUST 20, 2024
CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA
PURSUANT TO RESOLUTIONS NO. R-24-0154, R-24-0153, AND R-24-0180

Notice is hereby given that a Referendum Special Election will be held on Tuesday, August 20, 2024, from 7:00 A.M. until 7:00 P.M. in the City of Miami, Florida, at the polling places in the several Referendum Special Election precincts designated by the Supervisor of Elections of Miami-Dade County, Florida, as set forth herein, unless otherwise provided by law, for the purpose of submitting to the qualified electors of the City of Miami, Florida, the following questions listed on the Official Sample Ballot below.

Qualified electors will have the option to vote Yes or No on the questions.

For more information, please visit www.miami.gov/elections or contact the City of Miami Office of the City Clerk via email at city-campaigns@miamigov.com or 305-250-5361.

                              
Miami Referendum 1
Referendo 1 de Miami
Referandòm 1 Miami

Charter Amendment to Eliminate Independent Auditor General and references thereto

Shall Sections 4, 20, 36, and 48 of Miami's Charter be amended to eliminate the Office of the Independent Auditor General and references thereto, such duties and responsibilities being assumed by the Office of the Independent Inspector General?

Enmienda a la Carta Constitucional para eliminar la Oficina del Auditor General Independiente y las referencias a la misma 

¿Deberán enmendarse las Secciones 4, 20, 36 y 48 de la Carta Constitucional de Miami para eliminar la Oficina del Auditor General Independiente y las referencias a la misma, de modo que la Oficina del Inspector General Independiente asuma dichos deberes y responsabilidades?

Amannman Konstitisyonèl pou Elimine Oditè Jeneral Endepandan ak referans a li menm

Èske Seksyon 4, 20, 36 ak 48 Konstitisyon Miami an dwe amande pou elimine Biwo Oditè Jeneral Endepandan an ak referans a li menm, devwa ak responsabilite sa yo ap sou kont Biwo Enspektè Jeneral Endepandan an?

• Yes/Sí/Wi                                  414
• No/No/Non                               415

Miami Referendum 2
Referendo 2 de Miami
Referandòm 2 Miami

Charter Amendment to Create the Office of the Independent Inspector General

Shall the City Charter be amended to create an Independent Office of Inspector General who shall, at a minimum, be empowered to perform investigations, audits, reviews and oversight of all City officials, employees, and departments, City funded contracts, programs, and projects for abuse, waste and mismanagement, issue subpoenas, and provide services to other City agencies and authorities, with such office’s term, powers, duties and responsibilities to be further established by ordinance?

Enmienda a la Carta Constitucional para crear la Oficina del Inspector General Independiente

¿Deberá enmendarse la Carta Constitucional de la Ciudad para crear la Oficina del Inspector General Independiente que, como mínimo, podrá realizar investigaciones, auditorías, revisiones y supervisión de todos los funcionarios, empleados y departamentos de la Ciudad, contratos, programas y proyectos financiados por la Ciudad con el fin de detectar abuso, despilfarro y mala administración, así como emitir citaciones legales y brindar servicios a otras agencias y autoridades de la Ciudad, y que el mandato, las facultades, los deberes y responsabilidades de dicha Oficina se establezcan más adelante mediante ordenanza?

Amannman Konstitisyonèl pou Kreye Biwo Enspektè Jeneral Endepandan an

Èske yo dwe amande Konstitisyon Vil la pou kreye yon Biwo Enspektè Jeneral Endepandan ki dwe, omwen, gen pouvwa pou fè envestigasyon, odit, revi ak sipèvizyon tout ofisyèl, anplwaye, ak depatman Vil la, kontra, pwogram ak pwojè Vil la finanse pou sa ki gen rapò ak abi, gaspiyaj ak move jesyon, pou li emèt manda, epi bay lòt ajans ak otorite Vil la sèvis, avèk tèm, pouvwa, devwa ak responsabilite biwo sa a ki dwe etabli aprè pa òdonans

• Yes/Sí/Wi                                  416
• No/No/Non                               417

Miami Referendum 3
Referendo 3 de Miami
Referandòm 3 Miami

Keeping installed outdoor gym equipment at Maurice A. Ferré Park

Shall the City of Miami keep already installed outdoor gym equipment like in many of our parks at the City park located at 1075 Biscayne Boulevard, Miami, FL 33132, also known as Maurice A. Ferré Park, to enhance recreational facilities and promote community health and fitness for all our residents?

Mantener equipos para hacer ejercicios al aire libre en el parque Maurice A. Ferré

¿Deberá la Ciudad de Miami mantener los equipos ya instalados para hacer ejercicios al aire libre, como en muchos de nuestros parques, en el parque de la Ciudad ubicado en 1075 Biscayne Boulevard, Miami, FL 33132, conocido también como parque Maurice A. Ferré, para mejorar las instalaciones recreativas y promover la salud y el acondicionamiento físico de todos los residentes de nuestra comunidad?

Kenbe ekipman jimnastik eksteryè ki deja enstale nan Pak Maurice A. Ferré

Èske Vil Miami dwe kenbe ekipman jimnastik eksteryè ki deja enstale nan pak Vil la ki lokalize nan 1075 Biscayne Boulevard, Miami, FL 33132, ke yo rele tou Maurice A. Ferré Park menm jan sa fèt nan anpil pak nou yo, pou amelyore enstalasyon lwazi ak pwomouvwa sante kominotè ak kondisyònman fizik pou tout rezidan nou yo

• Yes/Sí/Wi                                  418
• No/No/Non                               419

Todd B. Hannon, City Clerk
Ad No. 43555