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Miami-Dade commissioners vote to pay $49 million for 2026 World Cup
Miami-Dade commissioners gave preliminary approval on Monday to spend $49 million in cash and in-kind services to host the 2026 FIFA World Cup.Why it matters: The price tag is far greater than the $10 million the county says it spent to host the Super Bowl in 2020, per the Miami Herald.But Hard Rock Stadium will be hosting seven matches for the international soccer tournament as opposed to just one game.Follow the money: The County Commission's Policy Council approved a resolution approving the funding of $21 million — or $3 million per match — in cash support for the World Cup.It...
Miami-Dade County to host the annual Ride of Silence to honor fallen cyclists
Key Biscayne, Florida – On May 15th, the Miami-Dade County Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces Department will join BIKE305 for the 22nd annual Ride of Silence. This annual event, held during National Bike Month, unites cyclists worldwide in a silent procession to honor those who have been killed or injured while cycling on public roadways.
Miami-Dade Commission to review FIFA World Cup spending
MIAMI (WSVN) - Ahead of hosting the FIFA World Cup, the Miami-Dade County Commission is set to manage crucial budget disbursements in a meeting on Monday, as the city prepares for important financial commitments. Miami is expected to invest up to $46 million in cash subsidies to cover various government...
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