Oliver Gilbert

Miami-Dade County commissioners voted 12-1 to initiate an expropriation process to acquire nearly 10 acres in Fisher Island for a fuel facility serving PortMiami. The vote followed concerns about the aging infrastructure and cost comparisons between modernizing the site versus building anew. Legal negotiations and a federal case involving Fisher Island and developers remain ongoing.

Miami-Dade County commissioners voted 12-1 to use eminent domain to acquire nearly 10 acres on Fisher Island for a fuel facility supplying PortMiami. Commissioner Raquel Regalado opposed the move, citing concerns about inheriting an aging infrastructure, while others argued upgrading the site is more cost-effective. The decision follows unsuccessful negotiations and will trigger a 30-day statutory negotiation period with property owners.

The race to replace retiring U.S. Rep. Frederica Wilson in Florida's District 24 includes candidates such as Shevrin Jones, Oliver Gilbert, and Kendrick Meek Jr., part of a political dynasty. Other contenders are Rudy Moise, Jean Monestime, Roderick Vereen, and Christine Sanon-Jules.

Miami-Dade County Commissioner Oliver Gilbert, a former two-term Miami Gardens mayor, resigns to run for U.S. Rep. Frederica Wilson’s seat. He plans to announce his candidacy on Sunday at Antioch Missionary Baptist Church in Miami Gardens, with his resignation effective January 3.

Rep. Frederica Wilson confirmed her retirement from Congress after initially denying reports. She cited strategic reasons for her delayed public announcement and mentioned divine guidance in her decision. Local officials like State Sen. Shevrin Jones and Miami Dade County Commissioner Oliver Gilbert are potential successors.