Rolando Escalona

Commissioner, City of Miami — District 3

Nonpartisan

City

Since December 2025

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Accountability and Transparency

Government Reform

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The Promise

"I will bring accountability, accessibility, and real results for the residents of District 3."

Campaign Rolando Escalona Campaign · Campaign Website/Materials · 2025

The Record

Commissioner Escalona took office in January 2026. As a recently seated commissioner, specific legislative actions on transparency reforms are still in early stages and formal records are limited.

Gov. Record City of Miami Commission Records · miamigov.com · 2026

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Constituent Accessibility

Government Reform

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The Promise

"District 3 deserves a commissioner who is present and accessible to the community, not one embroiled in personal controversies."

Campaign Rolando Escalona Campaign · Local media coverage of December 2025 election · 2025

The Record

Escalona's office has been operational since taking office in early 2026; specific constituent engagement initiatives are in early implementation given the recency of his term.

Gov. Record City of Miami District 3 Office · miamigov.com · 2026

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Little Havana Community Investment

Housing

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The Promise

"We need to protect the character of Little Havana and ensure longtime residents aren't displaced by unchecked development."

Campaign Rolando Escalona Campaign · Campaign statements reported during 2025 District 3 race · 2025

The Record

As a newly seated commissioner, formal legislative actions regarding housing protections in Little Havana are pending. No commission votes specific to this promise have been recorded in the early months of his term.

Gov. Record City of Miami Commission Agenda/Minutes · miamigov.com · 2026

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Legislative record pending.

Rolando Escalona was born in Havana, Cuba, and immigrated to the United States, growing up in Miami, Florida. He built his career in the hospitality industry, starting as a busboy and rising to become general manager of a major Brickell restaurant where he oversaw large teams and complex operations. He was elected City of Miami Commissioner for District 3 in a special election held in December 2025, succeeding Joe Carollo. His district encompasses the historic neighborhoods of Little Havana, East Shenandoah, West Brickell, Silver Bluff, and The Roads.

Others from City Government

The City of Miami Commissioner for District 3 serves as one of five members of the Miami City Commission, the legislative body of the City of Miami. Commissioners vote on city ordinances, the annual budget, land use and zoning matters, and policy affecting municipal services. They also serve as direct advocates for the residents and neighborhoods within their district.

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Office Phone

305-250-5380

Official Email

[email protected]

Office Address

Miami City Hall, 3500 Pan American Drive, Miami, FL 33133

ZIP Codes Served

33125, 33129, 33130, 33135, 33145