Miami-Dade Mayor Recommends Incinerator Stay in Doral

Miami-Dade Mayor Daniella Levine Cava has reversed her earlier recommendation to move the county's trash incinerator out of Doral, now suggesting it should be rebuilt at the same location where a fire destroyed the former facility in February 2023. This decision has sparked significant backlash from Doral officials and residents, including Mayor Christi Fraga, who argue that it continues to impose environmental and financial burdens on their community. Levine Cava cites cost concerns, noting that relocating the incinerator would add $800 million to expenses over 20 years. Meanwhile, Miramar officials, who opposed an alternative site near their community, praised the decision to keep the incinerator in Doral. Despite the mayor's position, the final decision rests with the Miami-Dade County Commission, which is expected to vote on the issue next month. A protest against the decision is planned by Doral residents in Downtown Miami.