📝 Petition Summary

We, the undersigned Miami-Dade County residents and voters, demand the immediate recall of Miami-Dade County Commissioner Danielle Cohen Higgins and a halt to the Bluenest development, which threatens 90 acres of Redland farmland. Her actions betray public trust, endanger our environment, and jeopardize South Florida's agricultural heart.

This petition demonstrates public support, acknowledging that a legal recall in Florida requires specific steps like affidavits and signature thresholds, and signifies community momentum toward those next steps.

📢 Why This Matters

🚜 Preserving Redland’s Farmland
The Redland area is a historic and irreplaceable agricultural zone that produces tropical fruits and crops unique to the region. The approved Bluenest project — 700 townhomes on 90 acres of farmland — will pave over this vital resource, compromising our food security, local economy, and rural character.

❌ Broken Promises & Betrayal of Public Trust
Commissioner Danielle Cohen Higgins campaigned on protecting farmland and limiting overdevelopment, yet voted in favor of this massive project despite overwhelming public opposition. Thousands of residents, farmers, and environmental advocates voiced concerns — she ignored them.

More Details: https://www.politicalcortadito.com/2025/05/03/miami-dade-700-homes-90-acres-redland-farmland-agricultural/

⚠️ Urban Sprawl & Strain on Infrastructure
This development will:

• Overload local schools, hospitals, and emergency services
• Increase traffic congestion and environmental degradation
• Set a dangerous precedent for future sprawl into agricultural and environmentally sensitive areas

💰 Questionable Affordability
Only 20% of the housing units are designated for residents earning up to 140% of the area median income ($111,160) — making this project inaccessible to many working-class families it claims to serve.

📣 Our Demands

1. Immediate Recall of Commissioner Danielle Cohen Higgins
   For betraying her campaign promises, disregarding constituents’ voices, and siding with developers over community interests.
2. Halt the Bluenest Development Project
   Reverse the decision to approve 700 townhomes on Redland farmland and reaffirm protections for agricultural land.
3. Enforce Ethical, Transparent Governance
   Ensure elected officials honor their commitments to sustainable development and community input.

✍️ Sign This Petition

Help us protect Miami-Dade’s agricultural heritage, preserve our environment, and hold our leaders accountable.

Your signature shows we will not stand for broken promises and reckless development.

⚠️ Important Note: This petition is to demonstrate public support. A legal recall in Florida requires specific steps, including affidavits and signature thresholds. Signing here shows community momentum toward taking those next steps.