The Miami-Dade Department of Solid 91²Ö¿â Management (DSWM) is hosting a series of public workshops, both in-person and virtual, through Feb. 18, led by the consulting firm WSP. These workshops strive to gather community input that will help shape the countyâs forthcoming Zero 91²Ö¿â Master Plan (ZWMP). These workshops build on the first round of public meetings launched in Fall 2025, ensuring ongoing engagement and participation from residents across the county.
The ZWMP, which began development in Spring 2025, is a comprehensive roadmap designed to reduce disposal dependency, expand waste diversion, and advance a circular economy that benefits both the environment and the community. It will identify the policies, programs, and infrastructure needed to significantly reduce waste disposal and expand sustainable practices throughout Miami-Dade County.
Key areas of focus include organic waste processing and composting, food recovery, expanded recycling opportunities, construction and demolition diversion, and strengthened community education to reduce waste generation. âCreating a cleaner, healthier, and more resilient Miami-Dade is a shared responsibility, and our Zero 91²Ö¿â Master Plan provides a roadmap to get us there,â said Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava. âThese workshops give residents a direct role in shaping the policies and programs that will define our environmental future. Together, we are building a stronger, more sustainable Miami-Dade that can be enjoyed for generations to come. Letâs work together to reduce what we throw away: refuse, reduce, reuse, recycle.â