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Broward County public meetings in 2024

28 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Wed Dec 11, 2024

MAP-Transportation Surtax Oversight Board Workshop

Broward surtax board hears Miami-Dade transit trust update and land-use plan

The Broward County Transportation Surtax Oversight Board is holding a workshop with presentations on the Miami-Dade County Citizens Independent Transportation Trust (CITT), the Broward County Land-Use Plan, a traffic signal system update, a proposed program performance audit scope, and results of a low-stress multi-modal master plan public perception survey. The board is also receiving reports from the chair, members, board coordinator, and general counsel.

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Tue Dec 10, 2024

County Commission on 2024-12-10 10:00 AM

County Commission approves 71-item consent agenda, board appointments, and airport grants

The Broward County Commission met and approved a large consent agenda (items 1-71) plus several regular and supplemental items, all by unanimous vote. Actions included board appointments, airport-related grants and agreements, public works contracts, and various property and road agreements. The meeting was largely procedural, with no major public hearings or controversial items noted.

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✓ Decided: Broward County approves $7M for Cross Creek affordable housing project

The Broward County Commission approved a $7 million gap financing package for the Cross Creek mixed-use affordable housing development in Pompano Beach, which will include 467 total units with 440 income-restricted affordable units. The commission also enacted ordinances updating the County Business Enterprise and Small Business Enterprise goals and prevailing wage requirements for county construction contracts. A public hearing was set for January 28, 2025, to consider a landlord registration and rental property inspection ordinance.

Tue Dec 10, 2024 · 10:00 AM

County Commission

Broward County Commission discusses airport funding and public works projects

The Commission is reviewing several board appointments, aviation department grants, and public works agreements. Key discussions include funding for the Automated People Mover Circulator at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport and infrastructure improvements in Parkland.

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✓ Decided: Commission approves $7M for 467-unit affordable housing project in Pompano Beach

The Broward County Commission approved $7 million in gap financing for the Cross Creek mixed-use affordable housing development in Pompano Beach, which will include 467 total units with 440 income-restricted units. The board also enacted ordinances updating county business enterprise goals and prevailing wage requirements, and approved a $36.8 million supplemental budget for prior-year commitments. All votes were unanimous, with Vice-Mayor Bogen participating telephonically.

Broward County Governmental Center Room 422 (Commission Chambers)
Tue Nov 19, 2024

County Commission Meeting

Broward Commission elects Beam Furr mayor, Mark Bogen vice-mayor

The Broward County Commission held its organizational meeting, swearing in commissioners and electing Beam Furr as Mayor and Mark Bogen as Vice-Mayor for one-year terms, both by 9-0 votes. The board also approved a consent agenda covering bridge grant amendments and the 2025 meeting schedule, with no substantive policy debates or public hearings.

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✓ Decided: Commission elects Beam Furr mayor, Mark Bogen vice-mayor

The Broward County Commission elected Beam Furr as Mayor and Mark Bogen as Vice-Mayor for one-year terms, both by 9-0 votes. The commission also approved a consent agenda including three bridge scour protection grant amendments, the 2025 meeting schedule, and a December schedule change. No substantive policy decisions were made beyond these administrative and ceremonial actions.

Tue Nov 19, 2024 · 10:00 AM

County Commission

County Commission to elect Mayor and Vice-Mayor for upcoming term

The Broward County Commission will hold its regular meeting on November 19, 2024, including ceremonial items, election of Mayor and Vice-Mayor, and several consent agenda items. The consent agenda includes approval of board appointments, authorization of grant amendments for three bridge scour protection projects (SE 3rd Ave, Andrews Ave, SW 7th Ave) with no additional financial obligation, and approval of the 2025 meeting schedule. The regular agenda includes reports from the Mayor and County Administrator, and a supplemental item to amend the December 2024 meeting calendar.

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Broward County Governmental Center Room 422 (Commission Chambers)
Tue Nov 12, 2024

County Commission Meeting

County approves $61.3M Port Everglades bulkhead contract increase

The Broward County Commission met on November 12, 2024, and approved a consent agenda of 51 items plus several regular and supplemental items. Key actions included a major contract increase for the Port Everglades bulkhead replacement project, several budget resolutions, and setting public hearings for December 10, 2024. The meeting included proclamations, a farewell to Commissioner Ryan, and a moment of silence.

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✓ Decided: Commission approves $14M homeless housing project, then vote fails 4-4

The Broward County Commission approved a $14 million expenditure for 100 temporary housing homes on the Shaw parcel, but a subsequent vote failed 4-4 after Commissioner Geller changed his vote. The commission also approved a $61.25 million increase for the Port Everglades bulkhead replacement project and continued four landfill-related items to January 2025.

Tue Nov 12, 2024 · 10:00 AM

County Commission

Port Everglades bulkhead replacement contract amended to $152.2M

The County Commission will consider a $61.3 million amendment to the Port Everglades bulkhead replacement contract, increasing the total to $152.2 million. Other items include conveying a county-owned lot to United Way for affordable housing, accepting a $2.5M EPA grant for shore power, and setting public hearings on land use changes and franchise renewals. Budget transfers for the Broward Sheriff's Office and a job creation incentive for Project Maverick are also on the agenda.

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Broward County Governmental Center Room 422 (Commission Chambers)
Tue Oct 22, 2024

County Commission Meeting

County advances Monarch Hill landfill expansion with land-use and waste-limit ordinances

The Broward County Commission approved a consent agenda of 48 items and separately considered several pulled items, including setting public hearings for November 12, 2024, on ordinances related to the Monarch Hill landfill expansion, a land-use plan amendment, and a waste-limitation ordinance. The board also approved multiple contracts, grants, and agreements, including airport leases, a trash pickup contract increase, and funding for child abuse services.

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✓ Decided: Commission approves landfill-related public hearing resolutions 8-1

The Broward County Commission approved four resolutions to set public hearings for November 12, 2024, on proposed ordinances related to the Monarch Hill Landfill expansion, including a small-scale comprehensive plan amendment, a land use plan amendment, waste limitation rules, and height limits for landfills in the A-6 district. All four resolutions passed 8-1, with Commissioner Bogen voting no. The commission also approved numerous consent agenda items, including contracts, grants, and appointments, and held public hearings on Port Everglades franchise renewals and a rezoning.

Tue Oct 22, 2024 · 10:00 AM

County Commission

Commission to consider Monarch Hill Landfill expansion and airport leases

The Broward County Commission is meeting to approve several airport terminal leases and public works contracts. The body is also setting public hearings for November 12 regarding the Monarch Hill Landfill expansion and other land use plan amendments.

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Broward County Governmental Center Room 422 (Commission Chambers)
Tue Oct 8, 2024

County Commission Meeting

County Commission approves 41-item consent agenda, including airport grants and port security funding

The Broward County Commission met on October 8, 2024, and approved a 41-item consent agenda, plus transferred items, covering board appointments, airport construction grants, a stormwater project, property reclassification, a federal HIV/AIDS grant, port security funding, and budget transfers. The board also approved several board appointments and waivers of conflict, and deferred item 21.

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✓ Decided: Broward Commission approves consent agenda, enacts PACE and camping ordinances

The Broward County Commission approved the consent agenda (Items 1-41) unanimously, with two items pulled for separate consideration. The board enacted ordinances on public camping/sleeping and the Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) program, and approved a resolution amending the Administrative Code related to PACE. A motion to allocate $50,000 per commissioner for municipal cultural grants failed 3-5.

Tue Oct 8, 2024 · 10:00 AM

County Commission

Broward County Commission to vote on airport projects and security grants

The County Commission will consider several infrastructure amendments for North Perry Airport and Port Everglades. The body is also reviewing board appointments, a personnel cap for Fiscal Year 2025, and various budget transfers for law enforcement.

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Broward County Governmental Center Room 422 (Commission Chambers)
Tue Sep 17, 2024

County Commission Meeting

County approves $44M federal transit grant application and airport projects

The Broward County Commission approved a consent agenda of 44 items plus supplemental items, including board appointments, airport grants, utility easements, and budget resolutions. Key actions include authorizing a $44,093,591 federal transit grant application, approving airport infrastructure grants for North Perry Airport, and accepting utility easements for water projects.

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✓ Decided: County approves new 9-year arena deal with Panthers

The Broward County Commission approved a term sheet for a new nine-year operating agreement with the Florida Panthers, with two five-year renewal options at the county's discretion. The commission also approved a consent agenda covering 44 items, including grants, contracts, and budget resolutions, and enacted several ordinances related to child care licensing, development review, and school impact fees.

Tue Sep 17, 2024 · 10:00 AM

County Commission

County Commission to vote on millions in aviation and transit grants

The Broward County Commission is meeting to decide on several high-value grant agreements for airport and transit infrastructure. The body will also consider funding for resident financial stability and home energy assistance.

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Broward County Governmental Center Room 422 (Commission Chambers)
Thu Sep 5, 2024

County Commission Meeting

County approves $77.7M FAA grant for airport terminal connectors

The Broward County Commission approved a consent agenda and several regular items, including a $77.7 million FAA grant for the Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport Terminal Connectors project, a $25 million federal grant for low-emission transit, and funding for homeless and support services. The meeting also included board appointments and various contracts and resolutions.

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✓ Decided: Commission approves $77.7M FAA grant for airport terminal connectors

The Broward County Commission approved a $77,675,450 Federal Aviation Administration grant for the Terminal Connectors project at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport. The board also approved over $40 million in funding for homeless services and support services, and enacted several land use plan amendments. A revised schedule of water and wastewater rates was approved with a 6-2 vote.

Thu Sep 5, 2024 · 10:00 AM

County Commission

Commission to approve $114M in grants, contracts, and leases

The Broward County Commission will vote on multiple contracts, grants, and leases, including a $77.7M FAA grant for airport terminal connectors, a $25M federal transit grant, and a $370K annual cleaning services contract. The meeting also includes waivers for conflicted board members and single-source determinations for homeless services providers.

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Broward County Governmental Center Room 422 (Commission Chambers)
Thu Aug 22, 2024

County Commission Meeting

County approves $50M FAA grant for FLL Terminal Connectors project

The Broward County Commission met on August 22, 2024, and approved a consent agenda of 76 items, plus several board appointments and a $50 million federal grant for the Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport Terminal Connectors project. The meeting included public hearings and regular agenda items, with one item withdrawn and one deferred.

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✓ Decided: County approves $50M FAA grant for FLL Terminal Connectors project

The Broward County Commission approved a $50 million Federal Aviation Administration grant for the Terminal Connectors project at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport. The board also approved a $47.9 million advertising agency contract for the Greater Fort Lauderdale Convention & Visitors Bureau, and enacted an ordinance for a special assessment on private hospitals to fund uncompensated charity care. The PACE program ordinance and related interlocal agreement were continued to October 8, 2024.

Thu Aug 22, 2024 · 10:00 AM

County Commission

Broward County Commission to consider $50 million FAA grant for airport terminal

The County Commission will meet to discuss various board appointments and infrastructure projects. Key items include aviation grants, utility easements, and public works agreements.

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Broward County Governmental Center Room 422 (Commission Chambers)
Thu Aug 22, 2024

Budget Workshop

Broward County holds FY2027 budget workshop

This is a budget workshop for the recommended Broward County FY2027 budget. The agenda includes an overview of the budget, resources, and links to related documents. It appears to be informational and procedural, with no specific decisions or proposals detailed.

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Tue Jun 18, 2024

County Commission Meeting

Broward County Commission approves 62-item consent agenda and multiple contracts

The Broward County Commission met on June 18, 2024, and approved a large consent agenda (Items 1-62) plus several regular and supplemental items. Key actions included approving a terminal lease at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, a joint agreement with Parkland for a roundabout project, and multiple grant agreements from the Florida Department of Law Enforcement. The meeting also included proclamations and board appointments.

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Tue Jun 18, 2024 · 10:00 AM

County Commission

Broward County Commission discusses board appointments, infrastructure, and grants

The County Commission is reviewing various administrative actions including several board appointments and public works projects. The agenda also includes multiple grant agreements and contract amendments across departments such as Aviation, Human Services, and Water Management.

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Broward County Governmental Center Room 422 (Commission Chambers)
Tue Jun 4, 2024 · 10:00 AM

County Commission

Broward County Commission discusses transit, public safety, and land use items

The Commission is considering several infrastructure and service agreements, including a major increase for the Copans Transit Operations Facility. Other items include property easements, water utility appointments, and funding for substance use disorder treatment.

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Broward County Governmental Center Room 422 (Commission Chambers)
Tue May 21, 2024 · 10:00 AM

County Commission

Broward County proposes $3.8 million for local service provider match funding

The Commission will consider several funding agreements and contract amendments. Key items include allocating millions for service providers, renewing Boys & Girls Clubs agreements, and increasing funding for the I-95 Express Bus Service.

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Broward County Governmental Center Room 422 (Commission Chambers)
Tue May 7, 2024 · 10:00 AM

County Commission

Broward County Commission discusses airport leases, facility upgrades, and board appointments

The Commission is reviewing several aviation-related lease agreements for Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport and North Perry Airport. Additional items include building automation upgrades at the Government Center, various land transfers, and multiple board appointments.

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Broward County Governmental Center Room 422 (Commission Chambers)
Thu Mar 21, 2024 · 10:00 AM

County Commission

Broward County Commission discusses airport expansions and infrastructure grants

The Commission is considering several large-scale infrastructure projects, including a major expansion at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport. Other items include water resilience grants, public transportation funding, and various departmental agreements.

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Broward County Governmental Center Room 422 (Commission Chambers)
Thu Mar 7, 2024 · 10:00 AM

County Commission

Broward County Commission discusses airport funding and utility easements

The Commission is considering several budget resolutions, including $79,894,490 for the Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport. Other items include mosquito control grants, various utility easement acceptances, and elderly care service contracts.

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Broward County Governmental Center Room 422 (Commission Chambers)
Tue Feb 20, 2024 · 10:00 AM

County Commission

Broward County reviews major funding updates for Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport

The Commission is considering several grant amendments and agreements regarding aviation infrastructure at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport and North Perry Airport. The agenda also includes highway construction grants, utility easements, and various board appointments.

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Broward County Governmental Center Room 422 (Commission Chambers)
Tue Feb 6, 2024 · 10:00 AM

County Commission

Broward County Commission discusses funding, easements, and land use amendments

The Commission is considering several items including Ryan White fund disbursements, utility easements in Lauderdale Lakes, and affordable housing development funding. The agenda also includes requests for public hearings regarding land use, building codes, and parking facility licenses.

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Broward County Governmental Center Room 422 (Commission Chambers)
Tue Jan 23, 2024 · 10:00 AM

County Commission

Broward County approves $16.5 million for Ryan White Program funding

The Broward County Commission met to review various infrastructure, aviation, and human services items. The meeting included decisions on airport construction grants, water management projects, and board appointments. The commission also addressed contract amendments for judicial complex upgrades and engineering services.

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Broward County Governmental Center Room 422 (Commission Chambers)