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Council adopts policy requiring reimbursement for unused city-funded event tickets with manager exceptions
Summary
The council approved a policy requiring elected officials to reimburse the city for unused city-funded event tickets or table seats unless an exception is granted by the city manager; councilmembers debated the 48-hour notice and exception language.
The Doral City Council on April 16, 2025, approved a policy requiring elected officials to reimburse the city for event tickets or table seats bought with city funds when they fail to attend, with exceptions granted at the city manager’s discretion for extenuating circumstances.
Councilwoman Nicole Reynoso introduced the item, calling it a matter of fiscal responsibility and respect for taxpayers. Council discussion focused on the 48-hour notice requirement and whether the city manager should have sole discretion to approve exceptions; Councilwoman Cabral and others raised concerns about short-notice illnesses or emergencies. Reynoso said the exceptions clause would remain in the resolution and that judgment would rest with the city manager.
Council approved the policy as amended (removing a clause that would have required council approval of exceptions). The motion passed by roll call; the manager will establish operational procedures, and staff said they would evaluate repetitive absences when applied.
