A marathon meeting at the Miami-Dade County Commission drew nearly 200 speakers Thursday night, as residents and nonprofit leaders voiced concerns about a proposed nearly $13 billion budget.
The budget plan, which commissioners are debating after hours of public comment, has sparked criticism for slashing funding for community organizations while raising rates for essential services.
Nonprofits plead for support
Groups like Curley’s House Food Bank told commissioners their programs are at risk if funding is cut.
“We’re here to basically get our funds restored,” a representative said, noting that the Liberty City nonprofit has provided food assistance since 1999…