Miami-Dade City Officials Discuss Incinerator Alternatives Ahead of February Vote

Miami-Dade County is currently debating the future of a proposed incinerator, with significant opposition from residents in neighboring Broward County who fear the environmental impact. Mayor Daniella Levine Cava has shifted her position, now advocating for a landfill instead of the incinerator, citing high costs and community concerns. During a recent special meeting, commissioners discussed various waste management options, including long-hauling waste via truck and rail, which could alleviate community fears about local incineration. Despite initial plans to build a new waste-to-energy facility, the county is now exploring alternative solutions following a fire that destroyed the previous facility in Doral in 2023. Residents have expressed strong opposition to any new incinerator near their communities, emphasizing the perceived risks. A final decision on the matter is expected to be made in February.