Raquel Regalado

05/08/2026

This April I launched the Florida Neuroinclusion Toolkit. A free resource for cities, counties and public agencies who want to incorporate neuroinclusion in their existing government systems. I'm still physically visiting cities and counties but you can help spread this resource by viewing our webinar with UM-NSU CARD and the amazing Dr. Alessandri and visiting the website. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=08w5KAIVwao together we can build autism friendly communities.

Miami-Dade Commissioner Raquel Regalado and Dr. Michael Alessandri of UM-NSU CARD (Center for Autism and Related Disabilities) present the Florida Neuro Incl...

05/01/2026

Wonderful time with Miami Autism Dad Victor Antunez discussing the Florida Neuroinclusion Toolkit. Click below to watch
https://communitynewspapers.com/featured/the-autism-mom-who-turned-miami-dade-into-a-neuroinclusion-model/

04/08/2026

Thank you my friend, for your support and leadership.

My friend and colleague during my time in the Miami-Dade County Commission, District 7 Commissioner Raquel Regalado, attended the monthly Commission Meeting for April to highlight the “Occupant with Autism” decal program.

In partnership with the City of Sweetwater, this initiative helps alert first responders that someone inside the vehicle may have autism. With this initiative, officers will receive specialized training that will allow them to better recognize and respond to individuals with invisible disabilities. The result will ensure safer interactions for all.

11/25/2025

Every holiday season we pause to think about the unhoused. We drop off pantry staples, donate clothing or volunteer for a day. Then the holidays end and life moves on, but the crisis continues. Homelessness may feel seasonal, but it is a daily struggle playing out in every corner of Miami Dade County. . . . This year our Continuum of Care, which includes outreach teams, shelters and providers, housed or served more than twelve thousand people. We know that 2026 will bring even more challenges.

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Every holiday season we pause to think about the unhoused. We drop off pantry staples, donate clothing or volunteer for a day. Then the holidays end and life moves on, but the crisis continues. Homelessness may feel seasonal, but it is a daily struggle playing out in every corner of Miami Dade Count...

11/07/2025

Talking property tax reform with our Miami Dade Property Appraiser Tomas Regalado part 1. Join us as we consider the current options and explain the historical hurdles.

Unfiltered with the Regalados "Property Taxes and Property Values - Part 1"Commissioner Raquel Regalado and her dad, Mayor Tomas Regalado, delve into propert...

09/26/2025

We passed our budget but our work is far from done.

09/14/2025

ICYMI Tomas Regalado and I have a podcast Miami's Community Newspapers Unfiltered with the Regalados below is episode 1. Stay tuned for a new episode every week and follow us on Instagram for more.

09/07/2025

Thank you to everyone who participated in our first budget meeting. After weeks of work, we’ve made significant progress on key issues and have a clear path forward for others. As Chairwoman of Appropriations, I am committed to finding cost-saving efficiencies and rightsizing our government. Next week, the work continues as we analyze enterprise funds and seek alternatives to the proposed transit rate increases.

09/04/2025

Here is a recap of yesterday's BCC meeting, tonight is our first budget hearing, follow us on Instagram for updates or watch the meeting at
https://www.miamidade.gov/global/webcasting/home.page
We have been focused on finding alternatives and reducing fees without impacting services. Less complaining more problem solving!

https://www.instagram.com/reel/DOKQ-zjjRU0/?igsh=b2ZpcjJ1Mjh2c3dx

08/24/2025

This morning on Facing South Florida I spoke to Jim Defede about the county budget and this opportunity to reduce the size of our regional government and focus on resident services and reducing fees. Watch more

CBS News Miami's Jim DeFede goes one-on-one Miami-Dade County Commissioner Raquel Regalado, who is also the chair of the county appropriations committee. The two discuss the county budget and potential cuts to services. Guest: Raquel Regalado/Miami-Dade County Commissioner