Mayor Daniella Levine Cava: Miami’s Future Ready Agenda

Key “Future-Ready” Initiatives:* MIA Airport Modernization: The “Modernization in Action” (M.I.A.) plan is renovating over 600 elevators/escalators, replacing 126 boarding bridges, and updating 196 restrooms. Major projects include a $136-million Flamingo Garage expansion (2025 completion), a new $350-million Westin MIA Hotel (2027 completion), and a planned $750-million Concourse K expansion.* Economic & Workforce Development: The county is investing in high-growth industries like tech, construction, and hospitality. This includes the Future Ready Miami-Dade Scholarship, which covers up to 60 credits at Miami Dade College for eligible students.* Innovation & Technology: The Future Ready plan includes creating a streamlined, digital business-permitting tool, expanding broadband access, and partnering with startups for environmental solutions.* Resilience & Sustainability: The agenda prioritizes storm-hardening infrastructure, energy-efficient building upgrades, and fostering green technology to protect against climate change.* Government Efficiency: The WISE305 initiative aims to modernize county operations by cutting red tape, updating old policies, and leveraging automation to reduce costs for businesses. These initiatives are designed to make Miami-Dade a global hub for business and travel, ensuring long-term sustainability and economic growth. Support the show