Miami-Dade County Leadership Restructuring: Key Updates from Mayor Daniella Levine Cava

As Miami-Dade County enters a new era of governance, Mayor Daniella Levine Cava has unveiled transformative leadership changes aimed at streamlining operations, addressing community priorities, and preparing for the transition to constitutional offices.

Below are the highlights of the leadership updates, effectiveJanuary 6, 2025, unless otherwise noted:

Infrastructure and Utilities

Jimmy Moralesremains Chief Operating Officer, overseeing:

Aviation DepartmentSeaport DepartmentDepartment of Transit and Mobility (newly created)Department of Public Works (formerly Transportation and Public Works)

Roy Coley, Director ofWater and Sewer Department (WASD), will transition toChief Utilities and Regulatory Services Officer, overseeing:

WASDSolid Waste ManagementParks, Recreation, and Open Spaces

Housing

Alex Ballina, Director of theDepartment of Housing and Community Development, will now report directly to the Mayor. This reflects a heightened focus on housing initiatives, including the expansion of affordable housing through the successfulHOMES Program.

Administration

Carladenise Edwards, Chief Administrative Officer, will oversee:

Office of Management and BudgetInformation Technology DepartmentStrategic Procurement DepartmentDepartment of People and Internal Operations (newly created), led by Raymond Hall.

Public Safety

James Reyes, Chief Public Safety Officer, will lead:

Miami-Dade Fire RescueCorrections and Rehabilitation DepartmentOffice of Emergency ManagementMedical Examiner’s Office

ThePolice Departmentwill transition to a constitutional office under an elected Sheriff.

Human Services

Cathy Burgos, Chief Community Services Officer, will oversee:

Animal Services DepartmentCommunity Action and Human ServicesJuvenile Services DepartmentCultural Affairs DepartmentLibrary System

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