With Eileen Higgins now officially off of the Miami-Dade Commission after resigning Wednesday as part of her Miami Mayor’s bid , there’s an open spot — and an even vote count — at County Hall.

Commissioners have two options to fill the vacancy:

— Appoint a short-term replacement within 30 days who would face voters next year and again in 2028, when Higgins’ term in District 5 was to expire.

— Call a Special Election within 90 days, the winner of which would serve through 2028.

It’s not guaranteed which route the Commission will take, and a Thursday press release from Chair Anthony Rodriguez announcing a Nov. 18 discussion on the matter included both options.

At Rodriguez’s direction, Miami-Dade’s Commission Auditor has opened an application portal for appointment ho

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