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This article was first published on July 24, 2026 by The Real Deal and curated for The Miami readers.

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Waste Management pays $379M for landfill site as Miami-Dade’s own facility search stalls

Summary by The Miami Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Lidia Dinkova, The Real Deal · July 24, 2026 · 1 min read

Waste Management dropped $379.4 million for a large tract in Medley that it plans to use as a landfill site. The purchase comes as Miami-Dade County has been searching for its own trash facility after its incinerator was destroyed in a 2023 fire, a search that’s turned into a quagmire due to the cos

Why this matters in The Miami

The purchase of a large tract in Medley by Waste Management for use as a landfill site raises concerns about the long-term waste management strategy for Miami-Dade County. As the county's own search for a trash facility stalls, the private sector is moving forward with its own plans. This development may put pressure on county officials to reconsider their approach, particularly given the cost and political battles that have hindered their efforts. The fact that a major player like Waste Management is investing heavily in a landfill site in the area suggests that the county's waste management needs will be met, but potentially at a cost to taxpayers and the environment. With Miami-Dade's history of struggles with waste disposal, including the destruction of its incinerator in a 2023 fire, the county's residents will be watching closely to see how this private development affects the county's waste management plans.

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Category: safety · Published: July 24, 2026 · Source: The Real Deal · Reading time: 1 min

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