Despite facing a budget crunch, Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava is pushing for an additional $10.5 million to be allocated for World Cup preparations, raising the total to $21 million. This funding may stem from cuts in government services, as the mayor's memo indicated a review of current levels of departmental services would be necessary. Commissioner Oliver Gilbert is sponsoring the legislation to authorize this spending boost, reflecting the county's commitment to hosting the 2026 FIFA World Cup amidst financial challenges.
"To achieve these savings, several considerations regarding the current level of services provided by departments funded by the General Fund and how they provide those services are being reviewed," Levine Cava wrote.
"The extra World Cup money may come from reductions to county services," Levine Cava said in a memo released this week.
County commissioners last year approved a $10.5 million subsidy for World Cup in 2025 as organizers prepare for the 2026 games.
Commissioner Oliver Gilbert is sponsoring the legislation that would authorize the $10.5 million subsidy boost for World Cup and the other budget changes in the Levine Cava request.
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