During a recent government meeting, officials celebrated the successful hosting of the Special Olympics in Hialeah, marking the event's first occurrence in the city. The event attracted over 400 participants, with attendees expressing high energy and enthusiasm throughout. Local representatives praised the community's support, highlighting the unmatched welcome received by the Special Olympics team.

Officials expressed hopes for increased attendance in future events, encouraging residents to cheer on the athletes. The meeting also recognized the contributions of numerous city volunteers from various departments who dedicated their time to ensure the event's success.

In addition to the celebration, the meeting included a reminder about the upcoming mayor's gala on October 5th, with all proceeds earmarked for the Special Olympics to support participating athletes. Hialeah's teams also received accolades, with the flag football team securing third place and the softball team achieving first and second places in their respective categories.

Following the discussion on the Special Olympics, the meeting transitioned to land use matters, beginning with a public hearing on a proposed ordinance to amend the future land use map for a property located at 942 East 28th Street. The ordinance aims to change the zoning from low-density residential to a transit-oriented development district, with provisions for penalties for violations and a severability clause included. The public was invited to participate in the discussion as the meeting progressed.