Miami-Dade County commissioners grappled with funding new initiatives, emphasizing budget transparency. A debate ensued over allocating one million dollars for food assistance during a federal shutdown. Commissioner Raquel Regalado advocated for clear funding sources, while Mayor Daniella Levine Cava committed to finding the money quickly. An amendment was passed requiring the mayor to disclose the exact source of the funds, likely from existing budgets.

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