Miami-Dade Legislative Delegation members and community leaders gather at The Underline.
Nine members of the Miami-Dade Legislative Delegation from both sides of the political aisle gathered on The Underline’s Inter Stage on June 9 to discuss key outcomes of the 2026 Florida Legislative Session, provide updates on legislation impacting South Florida, and address the issues shaping Miami-Dade’s future, including housing affordability, workforce development, environmental resiliency and economic growth.
Hosted by The Underline and sponsored by the Miami Downtown Development Authority and the Miami-Dade Beacon Council, the Legislative Update brought together state senators and representatives serving communities across Miami-Dade County for one of the largest post-session gatherings of the county’s legislative delegation.
Throughout the discussion, legislators highlighted several initiatives aimed at strengthening Miami-Dade’s economy and quality of life. Topics included Talent Bridge, a workforce development initiative designed to better connect students, educational institutions and employers; resiliency efforts addressing flooding and extreme weather impacts; investments in bicycle and pedestrian safety; support for veterans and individuals experiencing homelessness, and how AI is shaping education.
A recurring theme throughout the discussion was the need for collaboration on issues unique to Miami-Dade County. Legislators spoke about the challenges of balancing rapid growth with affordability, infrastructure needs and environmental resilience, while ensuring the county remains competitive and accessible for future generations.
“This event showcases the support that the Miami-Dade Delegation has provided to Miami-Dade as a whole,” said Eulois Cleckley, CEO of
The Underline. “This event highlighted The Underline’s unique role of bringing people together and gave the community a chance to hear directly from its elected leaders.”
Participating legislators included Senators Alexis Calatayud (R), Ileana Garcia (R), Shevrin Jones (D) and Ana Maria Rodriguez (R), and Representatives Wallace Aristide (D), Demi Busatta Cabrera (R), Ashley V. Gantt (D), Dotie Joseph (D) and Alex Rizo (R).
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Friends of The Underline is the nonprofit organization dedicated to the development, activation, and stewardship of The Underline, a 10-mile linear park, urban trail, and living art destination transforming the land beneath Miami’s Metrorail into a world-class public space.
The Underline connects communities through nature, music, art, wellness, and year-round events and activations. With more than 200 free programs annually, The Underline has become a vibrant gathering place for residents and visitors alike. When complete, it will span from the Miami River in Brickell to the Dadeland South Metrorail Station in Kendall.
Learn more at www.theunderline.org.
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