Miami-Dade Fire – Political Cortadito

Former fire chief is on the short list for Joe Martinez seat in Miami-Dade

By Ladra on September 15, 2022 Fresh Colada

Add former Miami-Dade Fire Chief and ex president of the International Association of Firefighters Al Cruz to the shortlist of District 11 residents who could be appointed to replace Miami-Dade Commissioner Joe Martinez, who is facing a public corruption trial. Gov. Ron DeSantis hasn’t yet suspended Martinez, who was charged with unlawful compensation for taking […]

Police and firefighters endorse Daniella Levine against Bell

By Ladra on March 12, 2014 Fresh Colada

Well, duh. It was very unlikely that the union representing Miami-Dade Police officers or the firefighters would back Miami-Dade Commissioner Lynda Bell — who has drawn the ire of labor leaders with her consistent votes against county employees — in her re-election. Wednesday, they officially endorsed challenger Daniella Levine Cava in the race for District 8. […]