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Office of Policy and Budgetary Affairs

Welcome to the Office of Policy and Budgetary Affairs (OPBA)
The Office of Policy and Budgetary Affairs provides the Miami-Dade Board of County Commissioners with non-partisan, data-driven analysis and legislative support. We specialize in reviewing the fiscal, operational and community impacts of proposed legislation, preparing detailed agenda notes and streamlining community-based organization (CBO) funding allocations. 

Our team also assists with commission office budgets, assesses staffing and tuition reimbursement impacts and supports the Board's strategic initiatives through thorough research and policy guidance. OPBA is committed to enhancing transparency, effectiveness and accountability in local governance. 

Contact Us

The Office of Policy and Budgetary Affairs (OPBA) is committed to supporting the Board of County Commissioners by providing high-quality policy, budgetary, and legislative analysis. For inquiries regarding aides briefings, Community-Based Organization (CBO) allocations, or other matters, please contact our team:

Lonnika Bender
Policy and Legislative Manager
Phone: 305-375-5350
Email [email protected]

Florencia Sosa
Budget Coordinator
Phone: 305-375-2809
Email: [email protected] 

Iriana Aleman
Clerical CBO Specialist
Email: [email protected] 

Accommodations for persons with disabilities

People who require assistance because of their disabilities in order to participate in the programs, activities or services of the Board of County Commissioners, Office of Policy and Budgetary Affairs, may contact Florencia Sosa at 305-375-2809 or [email protected]. To request materials in accessible format, sign language interpreters, or other means of equally effective communication to participate in any program or meeting, please contact her five days in advance to initiate your request. TTY users may also call 711 (Florida Relay Service.)