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Commissioners went against the Florida Attorney General and passed a much-debated item to move this year's election to 2026, effectively giving commissioners and the mayor an extra year in office.

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier told the city leaders in no uncertain terms that if they move forward with changing election dates, they may face repercussions with his office.

At a prolonged public meeting, Miami Commissioners took crucial steps toward moving city elections to even-numbered years and limiting terms of office.

UPDATED: A proposal would move citywide elections to even years to increase turnout, but by starting in 2026 it would also extend the terms of current commissioners. Mayoral candidates call the move a "power grab" while the Florida Attorney General has said it would require a ballot initiative.

Miami voters have elected Ralph Rosado, 52, to fill the District 4 city commission seat left vacant by the passing of Manolo Reyes. According to unofficial election results, he defeated 40-year-old Jose Regalado.

Despite laws that allow construction noise waivers only in emergencies and to avoid risks to life and property, records reveal that for years city officials have been rubberstamping applications, even for routine job-site operations.

Where to vote for the City of Miami's special election in District 4 to replace the late Commissioner Manolo Reyes. The two candidates running are Jose Francisco Regalado and Ralph Rosado.

The Bayfront Park Management Trust want outside auditors to investigate alleged fraud and abuse of funds by former trust chairman Joe Carollo.

A Miami city leader wants the state's government efficiency task force to look into alleged overspending on contracted employees from outside firms.

Voting advocacy groups have launched a citizens' initiative to increase the number of voting districts and improve voter turnout.

After months of delays, the city of Miami commission has withdrawn its controversial tree ordinance law. On Thursday's meeting, commissioners approved the re-naming of West End Park as a tribute to Reyes, who died of cancer earlier this month.

Miami’s Trees Matter Most Coalition, which includes environmental advocates, neighborhood leaders, urban foresters and others, said the commission has delayed votes since last October — a move they contend is “a clear attempt to wear down opposition, discourage civic engagement, and delay accountability.”