Remarks by Natalie Milian Orbis
148 remarks on the record, newest first · Page 5 of 6
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“We do want to discuss on the withdrawal. I know that I have questions and I know my colleagues have some questions on this. So I would like to open the floor for discussion on the withdrawal. And I know that the administration also has some comments they would like to put on the record regarding the withdrawal.”
Intergovernmental and Economic Impact Committee · Jun 10, 2026
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“Okay, so I have, okay, I have a cue. Commissioner Lopez, go ahead, and then Commissioner Gonzalez.”
Intergovernmental and Economic Impact Committee · Jun 10, 2026
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“I know that my colleagues have some follow-up questions, but I'm very disappointed to hear that. I know there's a lot going on in the county right now, but I'm very disappointed to hear that because a month has elapsed since the last committee meeting. And I know that each of us here asked for the complete packet for all the background information, and nothing was provided. In fact, the item got thinner than last time. So it's very disappointing. To me, it's... It feels like we're not taken seriously. The request of this committee was not taken seriously, and that's not acceptable. I, we…”
Intergovernmental and Economic Impact Committee · Jun 10, 2026
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“Yes, go ahead and feel free to have a conversation.”
Intergovernmental and Economic Impact Committee · Jun 10, 2026
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“Can the county attorneys please explain procedurally what's going on? Because they're saying the withdrawal is of the rejection of the bids, but that's not something that we can do here procedurally, right? We have to withdraw the item altogether.”
Intergovernmental and Economic Impact Committee · Jun 10, 2026
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“Commissioner Gonzalez, are you finished?”
Intergovernmental and Economic Impact Committee · Jun 10, 2026
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“Commissioner, she might have not been here, but Chief Edwards was here, and so was Namira. So maybe somebody else can answer your question, because I don't think it's fair to say I wasn't here. There is a track record of everything we do here, right? So somebody can answer it, certainly, right? I wasn't here in 2024, but I know what was happening in District 6.”
Intergovernmental and Economic Impact Committee · Jun 10, 2026
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“If they can answer the question, yes, please do.”
Intergovernmental and Economic Impact Committee · Jun 10, 2026
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“I'm sorry. I didn't recognize you. I will allow the answer to your question. I just don't want to turn it into a Q&A where everybody starts standing up. So go ahead, sir. You have a minute to respond.”
Intergovernmental and Economic Impact Committee · Jun 10, 2026
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“Thank you, Commissioner. Commissioner Cohen-Higgins. Thank you, Madam Chair.”
Intergovernmental and Economic Impact Committee · Jun 10, 2026
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“Thank you. Thank you, commissioner in the recommendation. I would also like the inclusion of the explanation of the rationale for the application of the points that were given to pricing. The formula that was used for the RFP needs to be included. So I think we have all spoken about that, but I would like to see the rationale for the application of price, the weights given to price. And then I would also, I know you're bringing it back at the next commission meeting, but I would like to make it an official directive. So I'll motion a directive that this item comes back at the next committee…”
Intergovernmental and Economic Impact Committee · Jun 10, 2026
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“I think if anybody's paying attention, so thank you. Thank you. I was following the instruction of the county attorneys on that. So I would like for them to clarify.”
Intergovernmental and Economic Impact Committee · Jun 10, 2026
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“Yes, I agree. As part of that request, we want to make it clear that we want the explanation of the rationale for the application of points on pricing and the formula for the RFP. Okay, so with that, we haven't even set the agenda, so at this time, do we need to take an official, we don't need to take a vote on the withdrawal, okay. So with that, I will request any pulls or bifurcations from my colleagues. Commissioner Lopez?”
Intergovernmental and Economic Impact Committee · Jun 10, 2026
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“2C, anybody else? Okay, can I get a motion to set the agenda? So moved. All in favor? Aye. Aye. Okay, so we will go into 2C, Commissioner Lopez.”
Intergovernmental and Economic Impact Committee · Jun 10, 2026
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“Thank you commissioner. Any further questions on that? Okay. Do I, can I have a motion on Tuesday? Okay. Oh, go ahead. Commissioner.”
Intergovernmental and Economic Impact Committee · Jun 10, 2026
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“Go ahead, Director. I just want to, everyone's gone over our time for the committee and the next one is waiting, so go ahead, Director.”
Intergovernmental and Economic Impact Committee · Jun 10, 2026
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“Thank you. Thank you, Commissioner. So we had a motion on this item. Do we have a second? Okay. All in favor? Aye. Okay. So this item passed. No further business.”
Intergovernmental and Economic Impact Committee · Jun 10, 2026
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“Yes. And I also received a request for 2C to be waived to the next commission meeting as well. Yes. Do we need a motion on that?”
Intergovernmental and Economic Impact Committee · Jun 10, 2026
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“Okay. Okay. Do I have a motion to adjourn?”
Intergovernmental and Economic Impact Committee · Jun 10, 2026
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“Chair, I'd like to bifurcate 3H. 3H? I have just a question.”
Aviation and Seaport Committee · Jun 8, 2026
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“And I appreciate that this item is revenue generating, and I am so glad that we are bringing on another cruise line into the port. I just want to be cautious and I want to ask with all the issues that are going on, is it a good idea to be entering into long-term agreements with cruise lines, new cruise lines, and to be granting birthing rights to new cruise lines?”
Aviation and Seaport Committee · Jun 8, 2026
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“So you don't have any... Hesitation that we'll have an issue with- No hesitation. Entering into birthing rights with a new- No commission, absolutely not. Okay, thank you.”
Aviation and Seaport Committee · Jun 8, 2026
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“Thank you for having the meeting here. This has been wonderful. A nice field trip for us to get out and also explore the airport, and I appreciate everybody who came out today. I wanted to share that we have the CARE MIA board that is happening now at 11.30. at the airport hotel on the seventh floor. And the chairman, Anthony Rodriguez, created this board to focus on the consumer experience and improve it. I'm serving on the board. And so I welcome you all to participate as well. It's extremely important, especially as we head into this busy season at the airport, to work on the consumer…”
Aviation and Seaport Committee · Jun 8, 2026
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“Madam Chair, I have a couple. Yes, please. I have 3A, 3C, 3D, 3G, 3H, 3I, 3J. Thank you, Vice Chair.”
Intergovernmental and Economic Impact Committee · May 13, 2026
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“I want her to also be listed as a co-sponsor on 1G1. Thank you. Second.”
Intergovernmental and Economic Impact Committee · May 13, 2026