Broward County public meetings in 2023

County Commission

The Commission is considering various administrative appointments and several departmental agreements. Key items include funding for North Perry Airport runway projects, mental health crisis services, and primary care medical services.

• Increase design cost for North Perry Airport runway project to $546,380
• Agreement with Henderson Behavioral Health, Inc. for $531,000 for crisis services
• Grant agreement for One Community Partnership 4 program valued at $2,701,702
• Agreement with North Broward Hospital District for $8,495,420 for primary care
• Agreement with South Broward Hospital District for $4,987,957 for primary care

County Commission

The Broward County Commission will hold elections for Mayor and Vice-Mayor. The meeting includes a presentation on the Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) program and various administrative reports. The agenda also covers board appointments and the 2024 meeting schedule.

• Election of Mayor and Vice-Mayor
• Presentation: Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) Program
• Approval of 2024 Commission meeting schedule
• Board Appointments (22-1963)
• Amendment to the December meeting schedule

County Commission

The Commission is reviewing several board appointments and departmental budget transfers. Key discussions include airport lease agreements, infrastructure easements, and job creation incentive grants.

• Aviation: $329,400 fund transfer within the HWO Capital Fund
• Aviation: Up to $358,400 grant for North Perry Airport ATC Tower Replacement
• Public Works: $1,354,100 contract increase for Chilled Water Systems Services
• Economic Development: $420,000 Strategic Job Creation Incentive Grant for Project Gecko
• Human Services: $267,833 contract for advocacy and mental health services for child victims

County Commission

The Commission is reviewing several infrastructure and service agreements. Key items include a significant increase to a sludge disposal contract and new funding for an affordable housing project in Pembroke Park. The board will also discuss airport facility expansions and transportation improvements.

• $20,160,000 increase to H&H Liquid Sludge Disposal contract, totaling $46,832,500
• $9,749,850 for 150 affordable housing units at Ekos Pembroke Park
• $2,283,631 for fiber optic and traffic control on Commercial Boulevard
• $1,500,000 for I-595 Express Bus Service operations and maintenance
• Expansion of rental car space at the Rental Car Center for Ace, Avis, and Sixt

County Commission

The Commission will consider a five-year lease with Delta Air Lines for a maintenance facility at FLL Airport. The agenda also includes budget transfers for the Broward Sheriff's Office and infrastructure agreements in Coconut Creek.

• Lease agreement with Delta Air Lines for 45,410 square feet at FLL Airport
• $73,000 agreement for crosswalks at Copans Road and Lyons Road
• $232,378 DOJ award to be passed through to the Broward Sheriff’s Office
• $300,000 grant for Medical Examiner-Coroner system fellows
• $110,360 authorization for radio communications support

County Commission

The Commission is considering several large-scale funding resolutions for support services, including $39.4 million for community partnerships and over $12 million for homelessness assistance. Additionally, the agenda includes agreements for roadway pathway construction and various board appointments.

• $39,428,102 resolution for specified service providers
• $12,024,366 for housing and supportive services for those experiencing homelessness
• $608,779 agreement for shared use pathway construction to Riverland Woods Park
• $365,472 agreement for shared use pathway construction over North New River Canal
• Ordinance update for Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International and North Perry Airports

County Commission

The Commission is reviewing several board appointments, aviation grants, and public works items. Discussions include funding for addiction recovery services and amendments to various community partnership agreements.

• $5,534,971 FAA grant for Terminal 3 Generator Replacement at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport
• Hampton Pines Park site dedication and use limitations
• Medication-Assisted Treatment Program services via Florida Alcohol and Drug Abuse Association, Inc.
• Junior Achievement of South Florida youth workforce development funding increase of $200,000
• Gate Gourmet, Inc. in-flight catering services agreement at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport

The County Commission unanimously approved a $5.5 million FAA grant for generator replacement at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport. The board also authorized two contracts with the Florida Alcohol and Drug Abuse Association for medication-assisted treatment and approved several board appointments.

• Approved $5,534,971 FAA grant for Terminal 3 Generator Replacement at FLL Airport (8-0)
• Approved in-flight catering permit agreement with Gate Gourmet, Inc. (8-0)
• Approved $259,537 contract and budget resolution for medication-assisted treatment services (8-0)
• Approved $167,581 contract and budget resolution for medication-assisted treatment services (8-0)
• Approved $200,000 funding increase for Junior Achievement of South Florida youth program (8-0)
• Approved site dedication of Hampton Pines Park as a public outdoor recreation area (8-0)
• Appointed Benjamin E. Wesley to the Climate Change Task Force (8-0)
• Appointed David M. Feldman to the Advisory Board for Individuals with Disabilities (8-0)

County Commission

The Commission is reviewing several board appointments and aviation-related grant agreements. These include funding for stormwater projects at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport and runway work at North Perry Airport. The agenda also includes a $370,000 agreement to support the Medicaid Low Income Pool program.

• Grant for System 1 Basin B Stormwater Project at FLL Airport up to $242,450
• FAA grant of $328,500 for Runway 10R-28L Pavement Rehabilitation at North Perry Airport
• $370,000 agreement for Medicaid Low Income Pool matching funds
• Co-sponsorship of American Association of Airport Executives conference up to $80,000
• Lease extension for Century Plaza Branch Library through 2030

The County Commission approved several grant agreements for stormwater projects and runway design at county airports. The board also confirmed numerous appointments to various county advisory boards and commissions.

• Approved $80,000 co-sponsorship of the National Airports Conference (9-0)
• Approved $242,450 grant for System 1 Basin B Stormwater Project at FLL Airport (9-0)
• Approved $178,650 grant for Edgewood Park Stormwater Project at FLL Airport (9-0)
• Approved $259,100 grant for System 1 Basin A Stormwater Project at FLL Airport (9-0)
• Approved $328,500 FAA grant for Runway 10R-28L Pavement Rehabilitation design at North Perry Airport (9-0)
• Approved appointments to Substance Abuse Advisory Board, Human Rights Board, and Library Advisory Board (9-0)
• Approved appointments to Homeless Continuum of Care Board and Health and Sanitary Control Board (9-0)
• Approved appointment of Ken Morris to the Climate Change Task Force (9-0)

County Commission

The Commission is considering several real estate transactions, including a $15 million property purchase in Dania Beach. The meeting also includes discussions on allocating grant funds for HIV care and homelessness prevention services.

• Purchase of property at Gulf Stream Way in Dania Beach for $15,000,000
• Sale of industrially zoned land on Carolina Street in Pembroke Park
• Appropriation of $2,390,342 in Ryan White funds for HIV care and support services
• Appropriation of $1,810,681 in DCF grant funds for COVID-19 response among those experiencing homelessness
• Lease amendment for North Perry Airport property to add approximately 918 square feet

The County Commission approved the purchase of property at Gulf Stream Way in Dania Beach for $15 million. The board also approved several board appointments, lease amendments, and $2.39 million in Ryan White funds for HIV housing and care services.

• Approved $15,000,000 purchase of property at Gulf Stream Way in Dania Beach (9-0)
• Approved $2,390,342 in Ryan White funds for HIV housing and care support services (9-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2023-262 to declare 31,501 sq ft of land on Carolina Street in Pembroke Park as surplus for sale (9-0)
• Approved lease amendment for Triton Airport Development, LLC at North Perry Airport to add 918 sq ft (9-0)
• Approved reappointment of Ronenia A. Jenkins to Health and Sanitary Control Board (9-0)
• Approved appointment of Beverly B. Cooley to Consumer Protection Board (9-0)
• Approved appointment of Sharon Lal-Paulhus to Library Advisory Board (9-0)
• Approved appointment of Shernette D. Dunn to Consumer Protection Board (9-0)

County Commission

The Commission is reviewing several funding requests, including federal transit assistance and state-funded road construction. Other items include board appointments, budget transfers for elections and law enforcement, and a memorandum regarding detainee services.

• FDOT grant for Port Everglades By-Pass Road up to $11,463,725
• Federal assistance applications for transit totaling over $39 million
• FCTD Trip & Equipment Grant application for $5,669,500
• Transfer of $4,157,026 to the Supervisor of Elections for the 2024 Presidential election
• Transfer of $1,058,870 to the Broward Sheriff’s Office Tactical Training Center

The County Commission unanimously approved several grant agreements for transportation and infrastructure, including funding for the Port Everglades By-Pass Road. The board also confirmed multiple advisory board appointments and approved federal transit assistance applications.

• Approved grant for Port Everglades By-Pass Road construction up to $11,463,725 (9-0)
• Approved $213,840 from Department of the Army for Port Everglades commercial navigation (9-0)
• Approved FTA federal assistance applications for $35,973,163 and $3,215,218 (9-0)
• Approved $5,669,500 grant application for Transportation Disadvantaged services (9-0)
• Approved $98,075 budget for FDLE justice assistance projects (9-0)
• Approved reappointment of 15 advisory board members (9-0)
• Approved appointment of Corey T. Callaghan to Urban Wilderness Advisory Board (9-0)
• Withdrew MOU between The GEO Group, Inc. and Broward County for staff review

County Commission

The County Commission will consider several board appointments and aviation lease amendments. The agenda also includes contract extensions for cleaning services, construction administration, and senior community services.

• Increase of $37,676 for Historic Coca Cola Bottling Plant renovations
• Reallocation of $9,500,000 between job order contracts for Facilities Management
• Agreement with Areawide Council on Aging for $1,082,028 for senior services
• Agreement with Areawide Council on Aging for $36,518 for caregiver training
• Agreement with Areawide Council on Aging for $150,000 for dementia services

The Commission unanimously approved a consent agenda including several board appointments and aviation lease modifications. The board also authorized funding increases for janitorial services and architectural consulting for the Historic Coca Cola Bottling Plant.

• Approved appointments to Planning Council, Library Advisory Board, Children's Services Board, Consumer Protection Board, and Marine Advisory Committee (9-0)
• Approved leasehold mortgage consents for Sheltair Aviation Center and Sheltair Aviation Northside at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (9-0)
• Approved Title VI Plan for Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (9-0)
• Approved $37,676 fee increase for architectural services for Historic Coca Cola Bottling Plant renovations (9-0)
• Approved contract extensions and funding increases for five janitorial service providers through December 31, 2023 (9-0)
• Approved $9.5M threshold reallocation from Lanzo Construction Company Florida to Lee Construction Group, Inc. (9-0)
• Accepted Warranty Deed for property on Pine Island Road in Town of Davie at no cost (9-0)
• Approved conveyance of County-owned property in Hallandale Beach for right-of-way purposes (9-0)

County Commission

The Broward County Commission approved several infrastructure and service agreements, including a major grant for electric buses. The commission also authorized highway maintenance projects with the FDOT and various utility and community service contracts.

• Approved $7.8 million grant for electric transit buses requiring a $26 million County match
• Authorized highway maintenance agreements for Cypress Creek Road and NW 19th Street
• Increased the TC Delivers utility bill printing contract by $654,905
• Approved $2,687,411 in local match funding for Florida service providers
• Approved a $250,000 amendment to the agreement with 2-1-1 Broward

The Broward County Commission approved a $7.8 million state grant for electric buses to replace diesel buses, requiring a $26 million county match. All 29 consent agenda items and several regular items were passed unanimously. Board appointments and various contracts were also approved without dissent.

• Approved $7.8M FDEP grant for electric transit buses (9-0)
• Approved $2.7M in local match funding for service providers (9-0)
• Approved $3M threshold increase for bus parts contract (9-0)
• Approved $654,905 increase for utility bill printing contract (9-0)
• Approved $250,000 amendment for 2-1-1 Broward technology and outreach (9-0)
• Approved $10,479 grant for emergency shelter metal detectors (9-0)
• Approved $358,847 emergency management grant from state (9-0)
• Approved reappointment of Michael J. Ryan to Planning Council (9-0)

County Commission

The Commission reviewed several agreements regarding airport operations and public services. Items included funding increases for detox services and a new agreement with NOAA for Port Everglades. The meeting also set dates for upcoming public hearings on land use and utility easements.

• $619,400 agreement with NOAA for Port Everglades oceanographic system maintenance
• Increase in detox service funding from $105,000 to $193,016
• $45,000 increase for software support and maintenance with SSI, Inc.
• Lease of counter space at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport
• Public hearing notice for Marine Terminal Lease at Port Everglades

The County Commission unanimously approved a consent agenda containing items 1 through 37, as well as supplemental items 49 and 50. Key actions included appointing members to advisory and housing boards and approving several airport and port agreements.

• Appointed Mary L. Hudson to the Advisory Board for Individuals with Disabilities (9-0)
• Appointed Jenni Morejon to the Housing Finance Authority (9-0)
• Approved lease for Intercruises Shoreside & Port Services at FLL Airport (9-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2023-109 to demolish obsolete Airport System property (9-0)
• Approved $45,000 increase for SSI, Inc. software support agreement (9-0)
• Approved $88,016 budget resolution for substance use disorder treatment services (9-0)
• Approved $619,400 agreement with NOAA for Port Everglades oceanographic system (9-0)
• Approved waiver of Port Everglades Tariff fees up to $275,000 for waste tire removal (9-0)

County Commission

The Commission is considering several budget transfers for transportation and law enforcement, as well as various service agreements. Items include funding for senior services, port security franchises, and infrastructure projects.

• Transfer of $139,440,000 and $10,000,000 for Copans Road Transit Operations and Maintenance Facility
• Recycling services contract renewal increasing total value by $290,153 to $1,090,289
• Agreement with Areawide Council on Aging of Broward County, Inc. for $784,920
• Award of $44,742,705 contract to Continental Heavy Civil Corp for West Lake Park Segment 4
• Transfer of $788,376 to the Broward Sheriff’s Office Information Technology Division

The County Commission approved several high-value infrastructure and service contracts, including a major construction project for Port Everglades. The board also authorized budget transfers for transit facilities and law enforcement funds, and enacted an ordinance regarding front yard fences in Roosevelt Gardens.

• Awarded $44,742,705 contract to Continental Heavy Civil Corp for West Lake Park Segment 4 (9-0)
• Approved $139,440,000 and $10,000,000 budget transfers for Copans Road Transit Facility (9-0)
• Enacted Ordinance No. 2023-11 regarding front yard fences in Roosevelt Gardens (9-0)
• Approved $784,920 agreement with Areawide Council on Aging of Broward County, Inc. (8-0)
• Approved $3,000,000 agreement with Keith and Associates, Inc. for water/wastewater services (9-0)
• Approved $2,837,440 total not-to-exceed agreement with Vermont Systems, Inc. (9-0)
• Approved appointment of Carol J. Breece as Broward County Inspector General (9-0)
• Directed County Administration to explore death benefits for line-of-duty first responders (9-0)

County Commission

The Commission addressed multiple board appointments, public works licenses, and water service agreements. The meeting also included funding transfers for the Broward Sheriff's Office and grant agreements related to Port Everglades.

• Board appointments for the Racial Equity Task Force, Commission on the Status of Women, and Historic Preservation Board
• Water and Wastewater internship program allocation not to exceed $9,000
• Port Everglades Seaport Security Initiative grant of up to $47,250 from FDOT
• Paratransit transportation services contract increase of $3,022,280
• Transfer of $50,000 to the Law Enforcement Trust Fund for LFA Auditorium Technology Refurbishment

The Commission enacted an ordinance to revise affordable housing bonus density policies in the Land Use Plan. Other key actions included approving several animal care agreements and updating lobbying ordinances.

• Enacted Ordinance No. 2023-09 revising affordable housing bonus density policy (8-0)
• Enacted Ordinance No. 2023-10 amending lobbying regulations (9-0)
• Approved $4.125M contract for M 2Mobi LLC airport digital platform support (9-0)
• Approved $250M plan for Single Family Mortgage Revenue Bonds (9-0)
• Approved agreements for spay/neuter, trap-neuter-return, and relief veterinary services (9-0)
• Approved $269.8M contract threshold increase for Paratransit Transportation Services (9-0)
• Approved $588,634 FDEP grant for tidal flooding remediation at Hollywood North Beach Park (9-0)
• Approved appointment of Caroline L. Collette to the Commission on the Status of Women (9-0)

County Commission

The County Commission will consider several funding allocations and contract amendments. This includes disbursements for Ryan White program services and airport infrastructure projects. The agenda also includes board appointments and a notice for a public hearing on land use changes.

• $16,511,090 disbursement for Ryan White program funds
• $1,640,000 grant for North Perry Airport lighting improvements
• $799,115 contract increase for Areawide Council on Aging services
• $402,624 subaward to the State Attorney's Office for sexual violence response
• Public hearing notice for affordable housing density bonus policy change

The County Commission approved several major funding increases and grant agreements for Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, including a $97.4M increase for Terminal 5. The Board also passed a resolution supporting academic freedom in public education and approved various board appointments and health service funding.

• Approved $97.4M funding increase for JetBlue Terminal 5 construction (9-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2023-060 supporting academic freedom in public education (8-1)
• Approved $16.5M for Ryan White program funds for FY 2023-2024 (9-0)
• Approved $34M in multifamily housing revenue bonds for St. Joseph Manor II (9-0)
• Approved $3.98M contract for Terminal 1 Concourse B and C window replacement (9-0)
• Approved $1.64M grant for North Perry Airport Airfield Lighting Improvements (9-0)
• Approved $799,115 contract increase for Areawide Council on Aging (8-0)
• Approved Regional Climate Action Plan 3.0 and related Land Use Plan amendment (9-0)

County Commission

The meeting includes proposals for budget transfers and infrastructure projects. Key items involve funding for inmate medical care and renovations at the Central Homeless Assistance Center.

• $1,500,000 budget transfer to BSO Department of Detention for inmate medical care costs
• Increase in change order allowance for Central Homeless Assistance Center plumbing to $850,000
• $629,103 agreement with Luxcom Sunrise, LLC for traffic signal and sidewalk improvements
• $2,500 sale of surplus property in the Broward Municipal Services District to Catar Homes LLC
• Agreement with Wilton Manors for water main relocation at Andrews Avenue and NE 26th Street

The County Commission enacted ordinances to update minimum housing standards and establish new procedures for whistleblower and retaliation complaints. The board also approved several land use plan amendments and budget transfers for inmate care and homeless center renovations.

• Enacted Ordinance No. 2023-06 updating minimum housing standards and landlord registration (9-0)
• Enacted Ordinance No. 2023-04 creating procedures for whistleblower and retaliation complaints (9-0)
• Approved $1.5M transfer to BSO Department of Detention for inmate inpatient care (9-0)
• Approved $250,000 transfer for Central Homeless Assistance Center plumbing renovations (9-0)
• Approved $479,956 grant for 'Museum of Black Broward' design and theater seating (9-0)
• Approved $11.9M initial contract for FLL airport civil repairs and maintenance (9-0)
• Enacted land use plan amendments for Hallandale Beach (No. 2023-02) and Sunrise (No. 2023-03) (9-0)
• Tabled ordinance regarding front yard fences in Roosevelt Gardens until April 4, 2023 (9-0)

County Commission

The Commission is reviewing several major funding items, including a large grant for public transportation operating costs and federal funds for emergency rental assistance. The agenda also includes the creation of a new film incentive program and various board appointments.

• $21,892,856 total project cost for public transportation via FDOT grant agreement
• Creation of a Special Projects Film Incentive Program up to $10,000,000
• $5,252,675 appropriation for the Emergency Rental Assistance program
• $500,000 contract increase for Sublocade Injections in addiction recovery
• $35,000 utility relocation agreement with City of Sunrise at Oakland Park Blvd and Nob Hill Rd

The County Commission approved a $10 million Special Projects Film Incentive Program and several million-dollar transportation and housing grants. The board also enacted a rezoning ordinance for a property in Palm Beach County and approved multiple board appointments.

• Approved $10M Special Projects Film Incentive Program (9-0)
• Approved $21.89M total public transportation project cost via FDOT grant (9-0)
• Approved $5.25M for emergency rental assistance from U.S. Treasury (9-0)
• Approved $500K grants each to City of Hollywood, Holocaust Documentation and Education Center, and Museum of Discovery and Science (9-0/8-0/9-0)
• Enacted Ordinance No. 2023-01 rezoning property from Agricultural Estate to Planned Development District (8-1)
• Approved Resolution No. 2023-023 allocating 10 residential flexibility units as amended (8-1)
• Approved $5.08M annual AC maintenance contract for Port Everglades (8-0)
• Approved appointment of Coree Cuff Lonergan as Director of Transportation (9-0)