Fort Lauderdale public meetings in 2024

City Commission Regular Meeting

The City Commission will consider a consent agenda of motions and resolutions, including event agreements for the Great American Bash, Flow Fest, and New Year's Eve Bash, as well as a $300,000 workers' compensation settlement and a $2,048,000 grant for Taxiway Echo pavement rehabilitation at the Executive Airport. Also up for approval are property transfers to the Community Redevelopment Agency and special assessment liens for lot clearing.

• Motion approving Great American Bash 2025 outdoor event agreement with 3-J Hospitality, LLC
• Motion authorizing $300,000 settlement of workers' compensation claims (Thorpe v. City)
• Resolution approving $2,048,000 grant from FDOT for Taxiway Echo pavement rehab at Executive Airport
• Resolution transferring city-owned properties at 1200 NW 3rd St and 1145 NW 5th Ave to Community Redevelopment Agency
• Resolution imposing special assessment liens for lot clearing on properties in Districts 2, 3, and 4

The Fort Lauderdale City Commission approved a $15.9 million, 5-year contract for stormwater infrastructure cleaning, inspections, and surveying. They also approved several event agreements, grant resolutions, and development permits, and passed the first reading of an ordinance establishing a notice procedure for public camping or sleeping violations. A resolution to rescind a prior commuter rail preference was adopted on a 3-2 vote.

• Approved $15.9M stormwater cleaning contracts (5-0)
• Approved outdoor event agreements for Great American Bash, Flow Fest, Igloo Cooler Festival, and NYE Bash (5-0)
• Adopted resolution for 17th Street Mobility Hub capital project (5-0)
• Approved site plan and density incentives for 650 North Andrews Avenue (5-0)
• Adopted resolution vacating easement at 650 N. Andrews Avenue (5-0)
• Passed first reading of public camping/sleeping notice ordinance (5-0)
• Adopted resolution rescinding commuter rail preferred alternative (3-2)
• Approved $300,000 workers' compensation settlement (5-0)

City Commission Conference Meeting

The City Commission will discuss the 2025 State Legislative Program, an EMS Special District study, homeless initiatives, and the New River Crossing project. They will also receive a quarterly investment report and an update on city manager recruitment.

• Discussion of the 2025 State Legislative Program for the city's lobbying priorities
• Presentation of Emergency Medical Services Special District Study
• City Homeless Initiatives Update
• New River Crossing 2024 Summary
• Quarterly Investment Report for period ending September 30, 2024

Other Post-Employment Benefits Board Meeting

The OPEB Board will receive a quarterly investment report for the trust ending September 30, 2024, and consider approving the minutes from the September 3, 2024 meeting. Public comment is allowed.

• BR-1: Quarterly OPEB Trust Investment Report for period ending September 30, 2024
• M-1: Motion to approve minutes from September 3, 2024 OPEB Trust Board meeting

The Fort Lauderdale Other Post-Employment Benefits Board met on December 17, 2024, with all five members present. The board received the quarterly investment report for the period ending September 30, 2024, and approved the minutes from the September 3, 2024 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Received OPEB Trust Quarterly Investment Report for period ending September 30, 2024
• Approved minutes of September 3, 2024 OPEB Board meeting (5-0)

COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY BOARD

The Community Redevelopment Agency Board will consider approving the conveyance of two properties for redevelopment and authorizing contracts for appraisal and title services. The agenda also includes approving minutes from previous meetings.

• Approving minutes from November 7 and 19, 2024 meetings
• Accepting instruments of conveyance for properties at 1200 NW 3 Street and 1145 NW 5 Avenue
• Authorizing contracts for appraisal, title, and survey services
• Authorizing the disposition of the properties for redevelopment

The board approved minutes from its November 7 and November 19, 2024 meetings. It also adopted a resolution accepting two properties from the city for public purposes and authorizing their disposition for redevelopment, along with contracts for appraisal, title, and survey services.

• Approved minutes for Nov 7 and Nov 19, 2024 meetings (5-0)
• Adopted resolution accepting two properties for redevelopment (5-0)

City Commission Regular Meeting

The City Commission is meeting to decide on several infrastructure contracts, grant agreements, and budget amendments. Key items include funding for park improvements, transit pilots, and emergency repair contracts.

• Agreement for Holiday Park Phase 1: Jimmy Evert Tennis Center Improvements with Shiff Construction & Development, Inc. for $7,276,239.53
• Contract capacity increase for Annual Bridge Repair Services with Engineer Control Systems Corporation for $1,613,570
• Agreement for MicroTransit Pilot Services with Circuit Transit Inc. for $440,000
• Agreement for Wave Runner, Fire Boat(s) and Outboard Motor Maintenance with Yacht Management South Florida, Inc. for $771,329.22
• Naming of new city park at 2201 NE 19th Street as Bal Harbour Park

The Fort Lauderdale City Commission approved a $38,313,605.50 piggyback agreement with FG Construction, LLC for emergency disaster/urgent bridge and roadway construction, utilizing a Broward County contract. The commission also approved a $7.28M contract for Holiday Park Phase 1 tennis center improvements, a $1.975M settlement of a police professional liability claim, and adopted a rezoning for a five-story parking garage with retail and a fire/EMS station at 216 SE 8th Avenue. All votes were 5-0 except the Nautica site plan approval, which passed 4-1 with Commissioner Sorensen dissenting.

• Approved $38,313,605.50 piggyback contract with FG Construction for emergency bridge/road construction (5-0)
• Approved $7,276,239.53 contract for Holiday Park Phase 1: Jimmy Evert Tennis Center improvements (5-0)
• Approved $1,975,000 settlement in LaToya Ratlieff v. City of Fort Lauderdale police liability claim (5-0)
• Adopted rezoning at 216 SE 8th Ave for 5-story parking garage, retail, restaurant, and fire/EMS station (5-0)
• Adopted Nautica site plan at 400 SW 3rd Ave with design deviations (4-1, Sorensen nay)
• Approved $771,329.22 wave runner and fire boat maintenance contract with Yacht Management (5-0)
• Approved $440,000 MicroTransit pilot services agreement with Circuit Transit Inc. (5-0)
• Deferred Castro Convertibles historic designation to February 18, 2025 (4-1, Herbst nay)

City Commission Conference Meeting

The City Commission will receive updates on the Las Olas Intracoastal Bridge Rehabilitation Project, City Attorney recruitment, and the Parks Bond program. No votes are scheduled; all items are informational discussions.

• Las Olas Intracoastal Bridge Rehabilitation Project Update (District 2)
• City Attorney Recruitment update
• Parks Bond update with reconciliation report

CITY COMMISSION WORKSHOP

The City Commission will convene a workshop on December 3, 2024, to conduct a swearing-in ceremony and an organization meeting. The session is scheduled to begin at 10:00 AM at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts.

• Swearing-in ceremony for new commissioners
• Organization meeting
• Public appearances before the City Commission
• Roll call
• Adjournment

City Commission Regular Meeting

The City Commission will vote on a motion to approve a $1.45 million proprietary purchase and expansion of gunshot detection, location, and forensic analysis service from SoundThinking, Inc. Other notable actions include a $2.94 million contract for emergency generators at two storm stations, a motion to rescind a $3.7 million wastewater treatment plant generator award, and a $1.54 million reinsurance purchase for the city's self-funded medical plan. The consent agenda includes a $534,731 park improvement contract, a $707,584 airport runway consultant increase, and several property agreements.

• Motion to approve agreement with SoundThinking, Inc. for gunshot detection service expansion - $1,453,350
• Motion to approve agreement for Stormstation 1 and 2 fixed emergency generators with Horsepower Electric Inc. - $2,942,250
• Motion rescinding award to Solares Electrical Services for George T. Lohmeyer Wastewater Treatment Plant Generators Phase 1 - $3,698,000
• Motion authorizing purchase of reinsurance for self-funded medical plan from Cigna - $1,541,826
• Consent item: Annie Beck Park Improvements agreement with PRM Engineering & Contracting, Inc. - $534,731.07

The Fort Lauderdale City Commission approved a $2,942,250 contract with Horsepower Electric Inc. for fixed emergency generators at Stormstation 1 and 2, and adopted a rezoning for a five-story parking garage with retail and restaurant space at 216 SE 8th Avenue on first reading. The commission also approved a $1.45M gunshot detection service expansion with SoundThinking, Inc., and adopted a resolution for an affordable housing tax reimbursement incentive for The Cove at 1055 N Federal HWY. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved $2,942,250 contract for Stormstation 1 and 2 emergency generators (5-0)
• Passed first reading of rezoning at 216 SE 8th Ave for parking garage, retail, restaurant, fire/EMS station (5-0)
• Approved $1,453,350 gunshot detection service expansion with SoundThinking, Inc. (5-0)
• Adopted affordable housing tax reimbursement incentive for The Cove at 1055 N Federal HWY (5-0)
• Approved $534,731.07 Annie Beck Park improvements contract (5-0)
• Approved $341,691.98 change order for New River Watermain Crossings (5-0)
• Adopted final FY2024 budget amendment (5-0)
• Adopted walk-on resolution declaring 2024 municipal election results (5-0)

City Commission Conference Meeting

The City Commission will discuss a report from the Urban Land Institute regarding criteria for road elevation to build a resilient city. The meeting also includes a closed-door session to discuss pending litigation.

• Review of Urban Land Institute (ULI) Report on Developing Criteria for Road Elevation (BUS-1 24-0899)
• Closed-door session regarding litigation: LaToya Ratlieff v. City of Fort Lauderdale, et al. Case No.: 22-cv-61029-RAR

COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY BOARD

The Fort Lauderdale CRA Board will consider transferring a property on NW 24th Avenue to Broward County, appropriating unspent FY2024 balances, approving a $79,200 forgivable loan for renovation of the American Legion Post 220 at 1455 Sistrunk Boulevard, and transferring $1,374,247 for SR A1A streetscape improvements.

• Motion approving transfer of property on NW 24th Avenue between North Fork of the New River and Sistrunk Boulevard to Broward County (District 3)
• Resolution appropriating unspent remaining Northwest-Progresso-Flagler Heights CRA FY2024 balances (District 3)
• Amended resolution approving $79,200 forgivable loan from CRA Property and Business Improvement Program to American Legion Robert Bethel Post 220 for renovation at 1455 Sistrunk Boulevard
• Resolution appropriating $1,374,247 from fund balance for SR A1A Streetscape Improvements (District 2)

The Fort Lauderdale Community Redevelopment Agency Board met on November 19, 2024, with four of five members present. The board adopted three resolutions: appropriating unspent FY2024 balances for the Northwest-Progresso-Flagler Heights CRA, approving an additional $79,200 forgivable loan to the American Legion Robert Bethel Post 220 for renovations at 1455 Sistrunk Boulevard, and transferring $1,374,247 from fund balance for SR A1A streetscape improvements. A motion to transfer property on NW 24th Avenue to Broward County was discussed but no action was taken.

• Adopted resolution appropriating unspent FY2024 balances for Northwest-Progresso-Flagler Heights CRA (4-0)
• Adopted amended resolution approving $79,200 additional forgivable loan to American Legion Robert Bethel Post 220 for renovation at 1455 Sistrunk Blvd (4-0)
• Adopted resolution transferring $1,374,247 from fund balance for SR A1A streetscape improvements (4-0)
• Discussed but took no action on motion to transfer property on NW 24th Avenue to Broward County

City Commission Regular Meeting

The Fort Lauderdale City Commission will vote on a series of consent agenda items including outdoor event agreements, financial reports, and grant applications for school security and drone replacement. The body will also consider resolutions for community redevelopment property conveyance, park grant agreements, and a resolution supporting the release of a 2007 education mitigation agreement.

• Water Lantern Festival outdoor event agreement
• FY 2025 Not For Profit Grant Participation Agreements ($100,000, $33,900, $25,000)
• Florida Recreation Development Assistance Program Grant Agreements ($200,000, $170,000)
• Resolution supporting release of 2007 Tri-Party Education Mitigation Agreement
• Resolution declaring intent to convey city property for redevelopment

The Fort Lauderdale City Commission approved a rezoning request for 900 NW 1st Avenue, changing the designation from Residential Multifamily Mid Rise - Medium High Density (RMM-25) to Northwest Regional Activity Center-Mixed-Use Northeast (NWRAC-MUne), passing first reading. The commission also approved a waiver of limitations for existing pilings at Hemingway Landings Condominium (4-1) and a boat lift waiver at 1240 Bayview Drive. Several consent agenda items were approved, including a $482,000 CDBG allocation for Broward County Habitat Community Housing Development Corporation and a billboard relocation agreement with Clear Channel Outdoor. Two items were removed from the agenda: the Fall and Winter Fitness Bash events agreement and the affordable/workforce housing tax reimbursement incentive for The Cove at 1055 N Federal HWY.

• Approved rezoning at 900 NW 1st Ave (first reading, 5-0)
• Approved waiver of limitations at Hemingway Landings (4-1)
• Approved waiver for boat lift at 1240 Bayview Drive (5-0)
• Approved $482,000 CDBG allocation for Habitat for Humanity Broward (5-0)
• Approved billboard relocation agreement with Clear Channel Outdoor (5-0)
• Adopted resolution supporting release of 2007 Tri-Party Education Agreement (5-0)
• Appointed D'Wayne Spence as Interim City Attorney (5-0)
• Removed from agenda: Fitness Bash events and The Cove tax incentive

City Commission Conference Meeting

The City Commission will review status reports on homeless initiatives and airport projects. The body will also discuss proposed amendments to the Noise Control Ordinance and the recruitment of a City Attorney.

• Amendments to Chapter 17 - Noise Control Ordinance
• City Attorney Recruitment
• Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport Runway 9-27 Extension Project update
• City Homeless Initiatives Update
• Discussion on utility service applications for owners versus tenants

COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY BOARD

The CRA Board will consider a resolution to accept the RFP evaluation ranking, approve a $5,000,000 non-forgivable development incentive loan to Sistrunk View, LLC, and authorize negotiation of a development agreement for multiple properties near Sistrunk Boulevard. Additionally, two motions seek approval of $125,000 forgivable loans for a café and a barbershop at 900 Sistrunk Boulevard, Units C and A respectively. The board will also approve minutes from the October 1 meeting.

• Resolution accepting RFP ranking and approving $5,000,000 non-forgivable loan to Sistrunk View, LLC for development of properties at 790 Sistrunk Blvd, 538 NW 8 Ave, 547 NW 7 Ter, 551 NW 7 Ter, and 537 NW 7 Ter (District 3)
• Motion for $125,000 forgivable loan to Provident Market 1937, LLC for a café/specialty foods store at 900 Sistrunk Blvd, Unit C (District 3)
• Motion for $125,000 forgivable loan to Checkmate Barbershop, Inc. for a unisex barbershop at 900 Sistrunk Blvd, Unit A (District 3)
• Approval of October 1, 2024 CRA Board meeting minutes

The board adopted a resolution accepting the RFP evaluation committee's ranking and approving a $5,000,000 non-forgivable development incentive loan to Sistrunk View, LLC for the purchase and development of CRA property at 790 Sistrunk Boulevard and adjacent parcels, and authorized negotiation of a development agreement. It also approved two additional forgivable loans of $125,000 each to Provident Market 1937, LLC and Checkmate Barbershop, Inc. for buildouts at 900 Sistrunk Boulevard. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Adopted resolution approving $5M loan to Sistrunk View, LLC for Sistrunk Boulevard property development (5-0)
• Approved $125,000 forgivable loan to Provident Market 1937, LLC for café/specialty foods store buildout (5-0)
• Approved $125,000 forgivable loan to Checkmate Barbershop, Inc. for barbershop buildout (5-0)
• Approved minutes of October 1, 2024 meeting (5-0)

City Commission Regular Meeting

The City Commission will consider several outdoor event agreements and road closures. The body is also reviewing multiple grant participation agreements for the Beach Business Improvement District and various city resolutions.

• FY 2025 BBID Grant for TMF Holdco LLC (Tortuga Music Festival): $225,000
• FY 2025 BBID Grant for A&R Enterprises of So. FL. Inc.: $175,000
• FY 2025 BBID Grant for Lauderdale Air Show, LLC: $75,000
• FY 2025 BBID Grant for Greater Fort Lauderdale Food & Wine Festival, Inc.: $70,000
• Change Order No. 1 for Galt Ocean Mile Beautification Improvements: $61,435

The Fort Lauderdale City Commission approved a $996,133.33 change order (No. 18) for construction management at risk services for the new Police Headquarters, with a 3-2 vote. The commission also adopted several resolutions, including the FY 2025 Downtown Development Authority millage rates, and approved multiple consent agenda items, including event agreements and grant participation agreements. A rezoning request for 900 NW 1st Avenue was deferred to November 7, 2024.

• Approved $996,133.33 change order for new Police Headquarters (3-2)
• Adopted FY 2025 DDA millage rates: 0.6368 operating, 0.4065 debt service (5-0)
• Deferred rezoning at 900 NW 1st Avenue to November 7, 2024 (5-0)
• Adopted ULDR landscape and tree preservation amendments (4-1)
• Approved $624,225.72 Motorola radio system maintenance agreement (5-0)
• Approved $428,859.20 Executive Airport decorative street post project (5-0)
• Approved $315,260 housing navigation program agreement with Taskforce Fore Ending Homelessness (5-0)
• Approved $214,800 grant agreement with Museum of Discovery and Science (5-0)

City Commission Conference Meeting

The City Commission will receive a presentation on the city's development review process and Florida Statute 166.033. The meeting also includes a status report on the audit of internal controls for fuel operations.

• Presentation on Development Review Process and Florida Statute 166.033
• Audit of Internal Controls of Fuel Operations report

City Commission Regular Meeting

The Fort Lauderdale City Commission will consider approving agreements for outdoor events, road closures, and various grants, including a $11.4 million federal grant to hire 28 firefighters and a $280,000 railroad crossing elimination grant.

• Approving $11,386,788 in FEMA SAFER grant funds to hire 28 firefighters
• Approving $280,000 Federal Railroad Administration grant for crossing elimination
• Approving $195,192 Broward County Marine Law Enforcement grant
• Approving outdoor event agreements for March for Cancer and the 13.1 Fort Lauderdale Half Marathon
• Approving $163,457 helistop painting and fireproofing project

The Fort Lauderdale City Commission adopted an ordinance on second reading enacting a new subsection of the City's Code of Ordinances, 16-32, prohibiting unauthorized public camping and public sleeping. The commission also approved numerous consent agenda items, motions, resolutions, and public hearings, including a $11.39 million FEMA grant to hire 28 firefighters, multiple change orders for the Prospect Lake Clean Water Center totaling over $13.7 million, and a resolution standardizing park impact fees. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Adopted ordinance banning unauthorized public camping and sleeping (5-0)
• Approved $11,386,788 FEMA SAFER grant to hire 28 firefighters (5-0)
• Approved Change Order No. 4 for Prospect Lake Clean Water Center - $3,275,339 (5-0)
• Approved Change Order No. 5 for corrosion control pipe loop test - $5,790,004 (5-0)
• Approved Change Order No. 6 for PFAS pilot testing - $4,720,061 (5-0)
• Approved $9,772,352.51 Runway 9-27 Pavement Rehabilitation contract (5-0)
• Adopted resolution standardizing allocation of park impact fees (5-0)
• Adopted resolution approving 2.75% COLA for General Employees' Retirement Plan (5-0)

City Commission Conference Meeting

The City Commission is reviewing status reports on emergency infrastructure repairs and stormwater projects. The body is also discussing the process for establishing an Emergency Medical Services (EMS) special district.

• Emergency repairs to a 10-inch gravity sanitary sewer main on Bayview Drive and an 18-inch wastewater forcemain at 2901 Vistamar Street
• Process for establishing an Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Special District
• Status update on the Melrose Manors Neighborhood Stormwater Project
• Presentation on the 2024 King Tides
• Acquisition presentation for 18 NW 1st Avenue

COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY BOARD

The Community Redevelopment Agency Board will vote on forgivable loans for two projects on Sistrunk Boulevard. The board will also hold a public hearing regarding the sale of CRA property for affordable housing.

• Proposed $1,500,000 loan increase for Wright Dynasty, LLC at 1217-1223 Sistrunk Boulevard
• Proposed $750,000 loan for Ponderosa Plaza and $50,000 streetscape loan for West Sistrunk Plaze, LLC at 2201 Sistrunk Boulevard
• Public hearing on the sale of CRA property at 724 NW 15 Way to Sefton and Beverly Chambers for affordable housing

The Fort Lauderdale Community Redevelopment Agency Board approved three items and adopted minutes from the prior meeting. It increased development incentive funding for Wright Dynasty, LLC by $1.5 million, approved two forgivable loans for Ponderosa Plaza, and accepted a proposal to sell CRA property for affordable housing. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved minutes from September 3, 2024 meeting (5-0)
• Adopted resolution increasing Development Incentive Program forgivable loan funding by $1,500,000 to Wright Dynasty, LLC for project at 1217-1223 Sistrunk Boulevard (5-0)
• Adopted resolution waiving maximum funding and approving $750,000 Property and Business Improvement Program forgivable loan and $50,000 Streetscape Enhancement Program forgivable loan to West Sistrunk Plaze, LLC for Ponderosa Plaza at 2201 Sistrunk Boulevard (5-0)
• Adopted public hearing resolution accepting development proposal of Sefton and Beverly Chambers and approving sale of CRA property at 724 NW 15 Way for affordable housing (5-0)

City Commission Regular Meeting

The Fort Lauderdale City Commission passed the first reading of an ordinance banning unauthorized public camping and sleeping, and adopted codes of conduct for the commission and city boards. It also approved a $3.7 million contract for wastewater treatment plant generators and rejected all bids for Mills Pond Park improvements.

• Passed first reading of ordinance banning unauthorized public camping and sleeping (5-0)
• Adopted code of conduct for City Commission (5-0)
• Adopted code of conduct for city boards and committees (5-0)
• Approved $3,698,000 contract for Lohmeyer Wastewater Treatment Plant generators (5-0)
• Rejected all bids for Mills Pond Park improvements (5-0)
• Approved outdoor event agreements for Brazilian Festival, MODS Wine, Spirits and Culinary Celebration, Jingle Bell Jog, Halloween on Second Street, and others (5-0)
• Deferred half marathon road closure request to October 1, 2024 (5-0)
• Adopted resolution to establish minimum rent rates and brokerage policy for Executive Airport (5-0)

City Commission Conference Meeting

The Fort Lauderdale City Commission meeting will include public appearances, communications to the commission, and several presentations on projects such as The Underwater and the Prospect Lake Clean Water Center. A status update on city homeless initiatives will be provided. An executive closed‑door session will be held to discuss the Mark Messina et al. v. City of Fort Lauderdale lawsuit (Case No. 0:21-cv-60168-RKA).

• Closed‑door session to discuss Mark Messina et al. v. City of Fort Lauderdale litigation (Case No. 0:21-cv-60168-RKA)
• Presentation by Broward Sierra Group and the Cortada Foundation on "The Underwater" project (BUS‑1)
• Update on Prospect Lake Clean Water Center (BUS‑2)
• City Homeless Initiatives update (CF‑1)
• City Commission follow‑up action items (MGR‑1)

CITY COMMISSION WORKSHOP

The City Commission is conducting a joint workshop with the Charter Revision Board. The session focuses on the Charter Revision Board Report and a comparison of charter section revisions.

• Joint Workshop with the Charter Revision Board (Item 24-0887)

CITY COMMISSION - SPECIAL MEETING

The Fort Lauderdale City Commission is holding a special meeting to conduct a second budget hearing. The agenda includes public hearings on various assessments and resolutions for Fiscal Year 2025, including the final city budget and millage rates.

• Public hearing on final city budget and personnel complement for Fiscal Year 2025
• Public hearing on final city millage rate and debt service millage rate for Fiscal Year 2025
• Public hearing on Fiscal Year 2025 final budget for Sunrise Key Neighborhood Improvement District ($201,660)
• Public hearing on Fiscal Year 2025 Fire Assessment and assessment roll
• Public hearing on Fiscal Year 2025 Non-Ad Valorem Assessment for Utility Undergrounding

At the second budget hearing, the City Commission unanimously adopted the Fiscal Year 2025 final budget, personnel complement, and final millage rate of 4.1193 (plus 0.2545 debt service). The commission also approved the five-year Community Investment Plan for FY2025-2029 and various assessments and rates, including the Central Wastewater Region Large User Rate of $2.85 per 1,000 gallons. All items passed with 5-0 votes except the wastewater rate, which passed 4-0 with Commissioner Herbst not present.

• Adopted FY2025 final budget and personnel complement (5-0)
• Adopted FY2025 final millage rate of 4.1193 and debt service millage of 0.2545 (5-0)
• Adopted FY2025-2029 Community Investment Plan and FY2025 appropriations (5-0)
• Approved Central Wastewater Region Large User Rate of $2.85 per 1,000 gallons (4-0, Herbst absent)
• Adopted FY2025 stormwater program assessment (5-0)
• Adopted Lauderdale Isles Water Management District FY2025 budget and $15 per parcel assessment (5-0)
• Adopted FY2025 nuisance abatement and utility undergrounding assessments (5-0)
• Adopted FY2025 fire assessment and assessment roll (5-0)

City Commission Regular Meeting

The Fort Lauderdale City Commission will vote on a $2,501,489.50 agreement with Arcadis U.S., Inc. for engineering and inspection services for a force‑main project on SE 9th and SE 10th Avenues. Additional items include event agreements, grant funding, insurance purchase, and a watermains project. The meeting also contains several resolutions and consent agenda items covering public safety, transportation, and community services.

• M-2: $2,501,489.50 contract with Arcadis U.S., Inc. for force‑main engineering (SE 9th & 10th Avenues)
• CP-1: $615,900 agreement for SW 29th Street Small Watermains Project with Murphy Pipeline Contractors
• CM-5: Acceptance of $41,730 Fresh & Saltwater Submersible Hurst Rescue Tools donation
• CR-4: $50,000 grant from Florida Department of State for architectural resource surveys of several neighborhoods
• CR-7: Authorization to accept FAA grant for Runway 9‑27 Rehabilitation Project

The Fort Lauderdale City Commission approved a consent agenda and several major contracts, including a $6.4 million agreement for construction and demolition debris and yard waste disposal, and a comprehensive agreement with Water Taxi of Fort Lauderdale to build and operate a terminal at 1001 Seabreeze Boulevard. The commission also passed first readings on ordinances to establish codes of conduct for the commission and city boards, and adopted second readings on sanitation rate adjustments, public participation requirements, a 3% wage increase, and a rezoning at 647 NW 6th Avenue. All votes were unanimous except for a 4-1 vote on the medical office parking ordinance, with Commissioner Beasley-Pittman dissenting.

• Approved $6,402,533 waste disposal contracts with Waste Management Inc. and Coastal Waste and Recycling (5-0)
• Approved Water Taxi terminal agreement at 1001 Seabreeze Blvd (5-0)
• Approved $2,501,489.50 engineering services contract with Arcadis U.S., Inc. (5-0)
• Adopted FY 2024 consolidated budget amendment (5-0)
• Adopted sanitation rate schedule changes on second reading (5-0)
• Adopted 3% general wage increase effective Oct 13, 2024 (5-0)
• Passed first reading of code of conduct for City Commission (5-0)
• Passed first reading of medical office parking requirement revision (4-1)

City Commission Conference Meeting

The commission will review an emergency purchase agreement with Alen Construction Group, Inc. for structural repairs to the City Hall parking garage. It will also receive updates on Lockhart Park, the police headquarters, a draft ordinance to prohibit camping on public property, and a radio tower system. Additional items include a quarterly investment performance report and a discussion on rescheduling 2025 meeting dates.

• Emergency Purchase – structural repairs for City Hall Parking Garage (Agreement with Alen Construction Group, Inc.)
• Draft Ordinance to Prohibit Camping on Public Property
• Lockhart Park update
• Fort Lauderdale Police Headquarters update
• Rescheduling City Commission meeting dates for 2025

CITY COMMISSION - SPECIAL MEETING

The Fort Lauderdale City Commission will hold its first public hearing on the Fiscal Year 2025 budget, millage rates, and a five-year community investment plan. Residents may speak on proposed tax rates and spending before commissioners vote on final adoption.

• FY 2025 tentative millage rate of 4.1193 for the City of Fort Lauderdale
• FY 2025 tentative budget of $201,660 for Sunrise Key Neighborhood Improvement District
• FY 2025 tentative budget and personnel complement for the City of Fort Lauderdale
• Five-year Community Investment Plan (2024–2029)
• Sunrise Key Neighborhood Improvement District tentative millage rate of 1.0000

At the first budget hearing, the Fort Lauderdale City Commission unanimously adopted the FY 2025 tentative millage rate of 4.1193 and the tentative budget, along with a five-year Community Investment Plan and the Sunrise Key Neighborhood Improvement District tentative millage rate and budget. All votes were 5-0. The meeting was procedural in nature, with no public comment or discussion recorded in the minutes.

• Adopted FY 2025 tentative millage rate of 4.1193 (5-0)
• Adopted FY 2025 tentative budget and personnel complement (5-0)
• Adopted five-year Community Investment Plan for FY 2025-2029 (5-0)
• Adopted Sunrise Key Neighborhood Improvement District tentative millage rate of 1.0000 (5-0)
• Adopted Sunrise Key Neighborhood Improvement District tentative budget of $201,660 (5-0)

COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY BOARD

The Fort Lauderdale Community Redevelopment Agency Board will approve the minutes from its August 20, 2024 meeting. It will also consider a resolution to reallocate $83,000 in the budget to fund lighting for the NE 4th Avenue streetscape project.

• M-1 24-0811 – Motion to approve minutes for the August 20, 2024 CRA Board meeting.
• R-1 24-0742 – Resolution to reappropriate $83,000 for lighting for the NE 4th Avenue Streetscape Project.

The Community Redevelopment Agency Board approved a budget amendment reallocating $83,000 for lighting on the NE 4th Avenue Streetscape Project. The board also approved the minutes from the August 20, 2024 meeting. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved budget amendment reallocating $83,000 for NE 4th Avenue Streetscape lighting (5-0)
• Approved minutes from August 20, 2024 CRA Board meeting (5-0)

Other Post-Employment Benefits Board Meeting

The Other Post-Employment Benefits Board is meeting to review the trust's quarterly investment report for the period ending June 30, 2024. The board will also consider approving the minutes from the July 2, 2024, meeting.

• Quarterly OPEB Trust Investment Report for period ending June 30, 2024 (BR-1 24-0734)
• Approval of July 2, 2024, meeting minutes (M-1 24-0739)

The Fort Lauderdale Other Post-Employment Benefits Board met on September 3, 2024, with all five members present. The board received the quarterly investment report for the period ending June 30, 2024, and approved the minutes from the July 2, 2024 meeting unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Received OPEB Trust Quarterly Investment Report for period ending June 30, 2024
• Approved minutes of July 2, 2024 OPEB Board meeting (5-0)

City Commission Regular Meeting

The Fort Lauderdale City Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve grants, contracts, and event agreements. Items include accepting state and federal grants totaling over $2.4M, approving utility and event agreements, and authorizing purchases for city services.

• Accept $83,553.33 FDOT grant for police training
• Accept $300,000 EPA grant for Middle River water quality improvement
• Approve $478,329 purchase of police firearms
• Approve $750,000 consulting services for electrical engineering
• Approve event agreements for Igloo Cooler Festival and Day of the Dead Celebration

The Fort Lauderdale City Commission approved a wide-ranging consent agenda and multiple motions, including a $4 million two-year concrete and paver stone contract with Team Contracting, Inc., a $2.4 million Tarpon River A-11 Sewer Basin Rehabilitation Project Phase 2 with Inliner Solutions, and a $478,329 purchase of police firearms. The commission also passed first readings on ordinances for a 3% general wage increase, sanitation rate adjustments, and a rezoning at 647 NW 6th Avenue. All votes were 5-0 except the New River Crossing consulting agreement, which passed 4-1 with Commissioner Beasley-Pittman dissenting.

• Approved $4M annual concrete and paver stone contract with Team Contracting, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved $2,437,489 Tarpon River A-11 Sewer Basin Rehabilitation Project Phase 2 with Inliner Solutions, LLC (5-0)
• Approved $478,329 purchase of police firearms from BAQ Defense LLC d/b/a Cobalt Kinetics (5-0)
• Approved $974,000 second amendment to New River Crossing consulting agreement with BDO USA, P.C. (4-1)
• Passed first reading of ordinance for 3% general wage increase effective October 13, 2024 (5-0)
• Passed first reading of ordinance adjusting sanitation collection rates (5-0)
• Passed first reading of rezoning at 647 NW 6th Avenue from Industrial to NWRAC-MUe (5-0)
• Adopted resolution approving $1,740,000 land purchase at 2201 NE 19th Street under Parks Bond (5-0)

City Commission Conference Meeting

The Fort Lauderdale City Commission will hear presentations on Las Olas Parking Garage mesh and lighting claims, a reimagining of City Hall, the ongoing city manager search, the Florida Panthers' Stanley Cup celebration, and a Florida House Bill prohibiting public camping. These items are listed for discussion and informational purposes.

• BUS-1: Presentation by Special Counsel Gary Brown on Las Olas Parking Garage mesh and lighting issues (Commission District 2)
• BUS-2: Reimagining City Hall presentation (Commission Districts 1‑4)
• BUS-3: Update on the City Manager search with timeline (Commission Districts 1‑4)
• BUS-4: Florida Panthers’ Stanley Cup Championship Celebration presentation (Commission District 2)
• BUS-5: Presentation on Florida House Bill prohibiting public camping (Commission Districts 1‑4)

CITY COMMISSION WORKSHOP

The Fort Lauderdale City Commission holds a joint workshop with the Budget Advisory Board to discuss the tentative Fiscal Year 2025 budget, non-profit funding recommendations, and a review of the proposed budget by the City Auditor. No formal decisions are listed on this agenda.

• Budget Advisory Board communication on non-profit funding and GERS COLA recommendations
• Fiscal Year 2025 Tentative Budget Highlights presentation
• Review of the proposed FY 2024/2025 budget by City Auditor Patrick Reilly

COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY BOARD

The Community Redevelopment Agency Board will consider approving the Fiscal Year 2025 operating budget and Community Investment Plan allocations, as well as an interlocal agreement for redevelopment activity in the Northwest Progresso Flagler Heights area.

• Approval of FY 2025 CRA operating budget and Community Investment Plan allocations
• Interlocal Agreement with City of Fort Lauderdale for Northwest Progresso Flagler Heights redevelopment
• Motion to approve minutes from the July 2, 2024, CRA Board meeting
• Motion to approve a subordination of a CRA mortgage from Junny Investment Group, LLC, to INB, National Association
• Public appearances before the CRA Board

The Fort Lauderdale Community Redevelopment Agency Board approved all four items on its agenda unanimously (5-0). It adopted the final FY2025 operating budget and Community Investment Plan allocations, approved an interlocal agreement with the city for redevelopment activity in the Northwest Progresso Flagler Heights area, and approved a mortgage subordination for Junny Investment Group. Minutes from the July 2, 2024 meeting were also approved.

• Approved minutes of July 2, 2024 CRA Board meeting (5-0)
• Approved subordination of CRA mortgage from Junny Investment Group, LLC to INB, National Association (5-0)
• Adopted final FY2025 CRA operating budget and Community Investment Plan allocations (5-0)
• Adopted interlocal agreement with City of Fort Lauderdale for Northwest Progresso Flagler Heights redevelopment (5-0)

City Commission Regular Meeting

The City Commission is reviewing several items including service agreements, grant acceptances, and construction change orders. Discussion includes emergency shelter placement, water treatment modernization, and police headquarters construction.

• Emergency shelter agreement with Miami Rescue Mission Inc. up to $328,500
• Acceptance of $500,000 grant from Broward Behavioral Health Coalition
• Settlement payment of $78,808 regarding River Oaks Stormwater Improvements
• Peele Dixie Water Treatment Plant modernization agreement for $485,413
• Change order for City of Fort Lauderdale Police Headquarters construction for $1,634,999.49

The Fort Lauderdale City Commission approved a series of consent and regular agenda items, including a $69.9 million advanced metering infrastructure (AMI) implementation with Core & Main LP, Sensus USA Inc., and SpryPoint Services, Inc. The commission also approved a $45.99 million design-build agreement for force main rehabilitation and a $1.63 million change order for the new police headquarters. Most items passed unanimously, with one 4-1 vote on the police headquarters change order and one 4-0 vote (one absent) on an emergency shelter agreement.

• Approved $69,876,703.03 AMI implementation agreements with Core & Main LP, Sensus USA Inc., and SpryPoint Services, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved $45,987,444 design-build agreement for force main rehabilitation to Lanzo Construction (5-0)
• Approved $1,634,999.49 Change Order No. 16 for police headquarters construction to Moss & Associates (4-1, Herbst nay)
• Approved $328,500 emergency shelter placement agreement with Miami Rescue Mission Inc. (4-0, Herbst absent)
• Approved $5,350,000 acceptance of partial insurance payment for City Hall flood damages (5-0)
• Approved $640,000 loan to Pinnacle at Cypress for affordable housing project, contingent on 9% tax credits (5-0)
• Adopted FY2025 proposed millage rate and budget message (5-0)
• Approved settlement payment of $78,808 for NOV24-0001 and NOV24-0002 with Ric-Man Construction (5-0)

City Commission Conference Meeting

The Fort Lauderdale City Commission will hold a conference meeting focused on informational updates, presentations, and status reports rather than binding votes. Staff and external groups will present on the new City Hall project, the police headquarters update, and policy recommendations for park impact fees that affect developer costs. The commission will also review an audit of the IPS Group, Inc. parking meter contract, quarterly investment performance through March 31, 2024, and follow-up action items to track city spending and infrastructure planning.

• Urban Land Institute presentation on the City Hall project
• Update on the Fort Lauderdale Police Headquarters
• Policy recommendations for park impact fees
• Audit of the IPS Group, Inc. parking meter contract
• Quarterly investment report ending March 31, 2024

CITY COMMISSION WORKSHOP

The City Commission will hold a joint workshop with the Northwest-Progresso-Flagler Heights Community Redevelopment Advisory Board. The session includes a status update and a presentation by Smart Art.

• NWPFH Status Update
• Smart Art Presentation

Other Post-Employment Benefits Board Meeting

The Board will review the quarterly investment report for the OPEB Trust covering the period ending March 31, 2024. Additionally, the Board is asked to approve the minutes from the previous meeting held on March 19, 2024.

• Quarterly OPEB Trust Investment Report for period ending March 31, 2024
• Approval of March 19, 2024, Board Meeting minutes

The Other Post-Employment Benefits Board approved the minutes from its March 19, 2024, meeting. The Board also received a quarterly investment report for the period ending March 31, 2024.

• Approved minutes for March 19, 2024, meeting (5-0)
• Received Other Post-Employment Benefits Trust Quarterly Investment Report for period ending March 31, 2024

COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY BOARD

The Community Redevelopment Agency Board will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and consider a budget amendment. The proposed resolution involves appropriating funds received from property sales in Commission District 3.

• Approval of June 18, 2024, CRA Board Meeting minutes
• Resolution R-1 24-0633: Budget amendment to appropriate $1,300,217.50 for revenues received from property sales in Commission District 3

The Community Redevelopment Agency Board adopted a resolution to appropriate funds from property sales. The Board also approved the minutes from the June 18, 2024, meeting.

• Approved minutes for June 18, 2024, meeting (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 24-0633 appropriating $1,300,217.50 from property sale revenues (5-0)

City Commission Regular Meeting

The City Commission will review several high-value contracts including water cleaning, asphalt resurfacing, and bridge design. The agenda also includes legal settlements, bond issuances, and public hearings for transport certificates.

• Settlement of workers' compensation claims: $365,000
• Auto liability claim settlement: $200,000
• Waterway cleaning and algal controls agreement: $4,557,000
• Annual asphalt mill and resurfacing agreement: $4,000,000 (estimated two-year total)
• Sunset Memorial Gardens Mausoleums design-build agreement: $1,555,200

The City Commission approved significant funding for infrastructure, including water and sewer bonds and bridge design. The board also approved several rezoning requests and certificates for low-speed vehicle operators.

• Adopted issuance of Water and Sewer Revenue Bonds not to exceed $150,000,000 (5-0)
• Approved $4,000,000 estimated two-year contract for annual asphalt mill and resurfacing (5-0)
• Adopted $1,549,491 agreement for design phase of four bridges (5-0)
• Approved $1,555,200 design-build agreement for Sunset Memorial Gardens Mausoleums (5-0)
• Adopted bid for leasing and development of 330 SW 2 Street (4-1)
• Approved rezoning for 728 NW 3rd Street and 204/216 NW 8th Avenue (5-0)
• Approved rezoning for properties on NW 1st Avenue and N. Andrews Avenue (5-0)
• Approved certificates for five low-speed vehicle and medical transport operators (5-0)

City Commission Conference Meeting

The City Commission will discuss a requested cost of living adjustment for the General Employees Retirement System. The meeting also includes discussions regarding amendments to Parks and Recreation rules and the Local Government Areas of Opportunity Program.

• Follow-up discussion on requested Cost of Living Adjustment for the General Employees Retirement System
• Discussion on amending the Parks and Recreation Rules and Regulations
• Discussion on Local Government Areas of Opportunity Program including Kelley Commons Ltd. and Pinnacle at Cypress LLLP proposals

CITY COMMISSION WORKSHOP

The City Commission is meeting with the Budget Advisory Board to review financial planning. The discussion includes preliminary budget information for Fiscal Year 2025 and a long-term financial plan spanning through 2035.

• Fiscal Year 2025 Preliminary Budget Information
• FY 2025 - FY 2035 Long Term Financial Plan Presentation

COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY BOARD

The Community Redevelopment Agency Board will vote on terminating a $3,000,000 development agreement for a Comfort Suites Hotel project and hold a public hearing to approve selling three city-owned parcels at 822 Sistrunk Boulevard, 824 Sistrunk Boulevard, and 541 NW 8 Avenue to Fuse 9, LLC. The board will also review and approve the minutes from its June 4, 2024 meeting. These items cover property transfers and contract terminations in Commission District 3 that affect local redevelopment projects.

• Terminate $3,000,000 development agreement with Avenue D’Arts FLL, LLC for a Comfort Suites Hotel project
• Public hearing to approve sale of properties at 822 Sistrunk Boulevard, 824 Sistrunk Boulevard, and 541 NW 8 Avenue to Fuse 9, LLC
• Approve minutes from the June 4, 2024 CRA Board meeting

The Board terminated a $3 million development agreement with Avenue D’Arts FLL, LLC. It also approved the sale of three CRA properties on Sistrunk Boulevard and NW 8 Avenue to Fuse 9, LLC.

• Approved minutes for June 4, 2024 meeting (5-0)
• Adopted resolution terminating $3,000,000 development agreement with Avenue D’Arts FLL, LLC (5-0)
• Adopted sale of CRA property at 822 Sistrunk Blvd, 824 Sistrunk Blvd, and 541 NW 8 Avenue to Fuse 9, LLC (5-0)

City Commission Regular Meeting

The City Commission will consider several event agreements for festivals and beach volleyball. The agenda also includes a resolution to rename Waverly Park to Tequesta Park and various service contracts.

• Renaming of Waverly Park to Tequesta Park
• Agreement for Florence C. Hardy Park Improvements: $731,890.05
• Acceptance of UASI grant funds from US Dept of Homeland Security: $354,517
• Agreement for Armored Car Services: $109,703 (estimated two-year total)
• Agreement for Ice Pigging the Lime Sludge Pipeline: $162,296

The City Commission accepted a $1.5 million legacy gift from O.B. Tennis, LLC for tennis center improvements. The board also approved several park improvements, event agreements, and rezoning ordinances.

• Accepted $1.5M legacy gift from O.B. Tennis, LLC for Jimmy Evert Tennis Center (5-0)
• Approved $731,890.05 for Florence C. Hardy Park improvements (5-0)
• Approved $2,088,878.39 increase for Melrose Manors stormwater consultant services (5-0)
• Adopted resolution renaming Waverly Park to Tequesta Park (5-0)
• Created Citizens Advisory Board to assist in selecting a City Manager (5-0)
• Approved $354,517 in grant funds from the US Department of Homeland Security (5-0)
• Adopted rezoning for 150 NW 68th Street to Uptown Urban Village Northeast District (5-0)
• Rejected all bids for annual stormwater infrastructure cleaning and inspections (4-0)

City Commission Conference Meeting

The City Commission will meet to discuss several city updates including a Broward Commuter Rail update and an analysis of medical plan opt-out compensation. The meeting also includes discussions on Florida House Bill 601 regarding citizen review panels and requested cost of living adjustments for the General Employees Retirement System.

• Broward Commuter Rail South Update
• Medical Plan Opt-Out Compensation Analysis
• Discussion of Florida House Bill 601 - Citizen Review Panels
• Inter Miami Parking Discussion
• City effort to remove trash from waterways

CITY COMMISSION WORKSHOP

The Fort Lauderdale City Commission is holding a joint workshop with the Infrastructure Task Force Advisory Committee to review draft guiding principles for reimagining City Hall. Commissioners will examine summaries of public and employee feedback gathered during earlier workshops. This session is informational and does not include a formal vote or binding decision.

• Review of draft guiding principles for the "Reimagining City Hall" initiative from the Infrastructure Task Force Advisory Committee
• Presentation of public engagement summary and prior workshop minutes from August 22, 2023
• Presentation of employee engagement summary regarding the same initiative

COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY BOARD

The Community Redevelopment Agency Board will meet to discuss a development incentive program. The primary item involves a proposed forgivable loan for the 1435 Art Xchange mixed-use project on Sistrunk Boulevard.

• $6,000,000 Development Incentive Program Forgivable Loan for 1429-1435 Sistrunk Boulevard
• Approval of May 21, 2024, CRA Board meeting minutes

The Board adopted a resolution to provide a $6,000,000 Development Incentive Program forgivable loan to Sirrom Commercial, Inc. for the 1435 Art Xchange Mixed-Use Project. The action also authorizes the CRA to lease commercial space within the project.

• Approved minutes for May 21, 2024 meeting (5-0)
• Adopted $6,000,000 forgivable loan to Sirrom Commercial, Inc for 1435 Art Xchange Mixed-Use Project (5-0)

City Commission Regular Meeting

The City Commission will conduct public hearings regarding rezoning requests for Cypress Development, LLC at 150 NW 68th Street and a property at 5101 NW 12th Avenue. The agenda also includes a second reading of an ordinance amending solicitation rules on public rights-of-way and a development agreement amendment for Pier 66.

• Rezoning hearings for 150 NW 68th Street (Cypress Development, LLC)
• Rezoning second reading for 5101 NW 12th Avenue
• Pier 66 development agreement amendment hearing
• Amendment to Employee Health Center Administration agreement ($49,048)
• Acceptance of donation from Orange Bowl Committee, Inc. (estimated $10,550)

The City Commission adopted several ordinances, including a rezoning of 5101 NW 12th Avenue to a Parks, Recreation and Open Space District. The board also approved amendments to solicitation rules for public rights-of-way and passed first readings for two rezonings at 150 NW 68th Street.

• Adopted rezoning of 5101 NW 12th Avenue to Parks, Recreation and Open Space District (5-0)
• Adopted ordinance amending solicitation and display rules on public rights-of-way (5-0)
• Passed first reading for two rezonings at 150 NW 68th Street to Uptown Urban Village Northeast District (5-0)
• Approved $49,048 amendment for Employee Health Center Administration (5-0)
• Approved event agreement for NHL Playoff Watch Party including music exemption and road closure (5-0)
• Adopted resolution supporting a DOT grant application for Laudertrail construction (5-0)
• Approved acquisition of Manolo Valdes Sculpture (5-0)
• Approved revocable license for Sunshine Shipyard, LLC for temporary right-of-way closures (5-0)

City Commission Conference Meeting

The City Commission will meet to discuss several items including the recruitment of a new City Manager. Other topics include school enrollment, stadium proposals, and parking discussions.

• Redefining Our Schools presentation
• Orange Bowl and United States Tennis Association (USTA) proposal
• Appointment of a City Manager Search Committee
• Bloomberg Harvard Innovation Track update
• Inter Miami parking discussion

CITY COMMISSION WORKSHOP

The City Commission will hold a joint workshop with the Charter Revision Board. The session includes a report from the Charter Revision Board to the City Commission.

• Joint Workshop with the Charter Revision Board (BUS-1 24-0535)
• Charter Revision Board Report to the City Commission

COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY BOARD

The Community Redevelopment Agency Board is considering two development incentive program loans. One proposal involves a $6,000,000 forgivable loan for the 1435 Art Xchange Mixed-Use Project. Another resolution proposes a $307,663 forgivable loan to the Boys and Girls Clubs of Broward County, Inc.

• $6,000,000 forgivable loan for 1435 Art Xchange Mixed-Use Project at 1429-1435 Sistrunk Boulevard
• $307,663 forgivable loan to the Boys and Girls Clubs of Broward County, Inc.
• Approval of May 7, 2024, meeting minutes

The Community Redevelopment Agency Board approved a forgivable loan for the Boys and Girls Clubs of Broward County, Inc. and waived certain project cost and contribution requirements under the Development Incentive Program. A proposed $6 million loan for the 1435 Art Xchange Mixed-Use Project was removed from the agenda.

• Approved May 7, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Adopted $307,663 forgivable loan to Boys and Girls Clubs of Broward County, Inc. (5-0)
• Removed $6,000,000 loan for 1435 Art Xchange Mixed-Use Project from agenda

City Commission Regular Meeting

The City Commission will vote on several high-value service agreements, including large-scale disaster debris removal. Other items include infrastructure design services for the Las Olas Corridor and various municipal resolutions.

• Disaster debris removal and emergency logistical services: $123,904,605 (AshBritt, Inc.) and $109,799,829 (Ceres Environmental Services, Inc.)
• Las Olas Corridor Mobility Project design consulting: $3,499,586.36 (WSP USA Inc.)
• Civil engineering services continuing agreements increase: $3,920,000
• George T. Lohmeyer Wastewater Treatment Plant elevator replacement: $1,361,740 (Boromei Construction Inc.)
• Galt Mile Street Safety Improvements state-funded grant: $500,000

The Fort Lauderdale City Commission approved a large slate of consent and regular agenda items, including a $123,904,605 disaster debris removal agreement with AshBritt, Inc. as primary contractor and a $109,799,829 secondary agreement with Ceres Environmental Services, Inc. The commission also approved a $3,499,586.36 design consulting agreement for the Las Olas Corridor Mobility Project and a $3,920,000 increase to civil engineering continuing agreements. Several items were deferred or left without action, including a parks rules amendment deferred to June 18, 2024, and two public hearings discussed with no action taken.

• Approved disaster debris removal agreements: AshBritt, Inc. primary at $123,904,605; Ceres Environmental Services, Inc. secondary at $109,799,829 (5-0)
• Approved $3,499,586.36 design consulting agreement for Las Olas Corridor Mobility Project with WSP USA Inc. (5-0)
• Approved $3,920,000 increase to civil engineering services continuing agreements with seven firms (5-0)
• Approved $400,000 SHIP funds for affordable senior rental housing with H.O.M.E.S., Inc. (5-0)
• Approved $250,000 HOME-ARP tenant based rental and supportive services with H.O.M.E.S., Inc. (5-0)
• Deferred parks and recreation rules amendment to June 18, 2024 (5-0)
• Adopted resolution appointing Susan Grant as Acting City Manager (5-0)
• Adopted resolution approving historic designation of Pier 66 Hotel Tower, building only (5-0)

City Commission Conference Meeting

The Fort Lauderdale City Commission will hold a conference meeting to review status updates and discuss several proposals. Key topics include the potential purchase of properties at 828 SE 4th Street and 2900 N Atlantic Boulevard, the financial impact of sunsetting the Northwest Progresso Flagler Heights Community Redevelopment Agency, and Inter Miami parking agreements. The body will also address public camping regulations under Florida Statutes and review state legislative updates. These discussions could influence neighborhood development projects, local tax district funding, event traffic management, and public space rules for residents.

• Potential acquisition of property at 828 SE 4th Street and 2900 N Atlantic Boulevard
• Financial impact analysis of sunsetting the Northwest Progresso Flagler Heights Community Redevelopment Agency
• Discussion of Inter Miami parking agreements and related resolutions
• Review of Florida Statutes regarding public camping and sleeping
• Update on the 2024 State Legislative Session

COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY BOARD

The Community Redevelopment Agency Board is considering a proposal for an affordable multi-family senior rental housing project. The board will also review a budget amendment and the partial release of mortgages related to development rights.

• Public hearing for affordable multi-family senior rental housing at 1210 NE 5th Terrace
• Proposal by Housing Opportunities, Mortgage Assistance and Effective Neighborhood Solutions, Inc. (H.O.M.E.S., Inc.)
• Resolution to approve partial release of CRA mortgages regarding Urban North, LLC and Claridge Homes 3000 Waterside LP
• Budget amendment for Return Central City Community Redevelopment Agency Fund Balance reallocation

The Board adopted a proposal for H.O.M.E.S., Inc. to develop an affordable multi-family senior rental housing project, including the donation of CRA property at 1210 NE 5th Terrace. The Board also approved a budget amendment for the Central City CRA fund and a partial mortgage release for development rights.

• Approved March 19, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Adopted budget amendment to return Central City CRA fund balance for reallocation (5-0)
• Adopted partial release of CRA mortgages for development rights regarding Urban North, LLC and Claridge Homes 3000 Waterside LP (5-0)
• Adopted proposal for H.O.M.E.S., Inc. to develop affordable senior rental housing and donate property at 1210 NE 5th Terrace (5-0)

City Commission Regular Meeting

The Fort Lauderdale City Commission will review several agreements regarding park improvements and event permits. The agenda also includes votes on multiple workers' compensation settlements and various contract amendments.

• $1,243,394 agreement for Warfield Park improvements with Sagaris Corp.
• $470,449 purchase of an EVO Plus Bomb Robot from Atlantic Diving Supply Inc.
• Workers' compensation settlements totaling $740,000
• Event agreements for FlockFest 2024 and SEFAA’s 27th Annual Volleyball Tournament
• $160,000 contract increase for fire equipment, supplies, and services

The City Commission approved several infrastructure projects, including improvements to Warfield Park and the SE/SW 17th Street Mobility Hub. The board also adopted rezoning for 1409 W. Sistrunk Boulevard and authorized multiple workers' compensation settlements.

• Approved $1,243,394 for Warfield Park Improvements (5-0)
• Adopted rezoning of 1409 W. Sistrunk Boulevard to Mixed Use West (5-0)
• Approved $470,449 purchase of an EVO Plus Bomb Robot (5-0)
• Authorized workers' compensation settlements totaling $740,000 (5-0)
• Adopted resolution for SE/SW 17th Street Mobility Hub Preferred Alternative Concept (5-0)
• Approved $160,000 increase for fire equipment and supplies contract (5-0)
• Adopted notice of intent to lease 'New River Trading Post' property (5-0)
• Approved use of Parks Bond allocations for Lauderdale Isle Landing and Carter Park (5-0)

City Commission Conference Meeting

The City Commission will receive a presentation regarding mesh and lighting claims for the Las Olas Parking Garage. The meeting also includes an update on the New River Crossing project and discussions about recruiting a new City Manager.

• Presentation on Las Olas Parking Garage mesh and lighting claims
• New River Crossing Update Part VI
• City Manager recruitment
• Review of City Commission follow-up action items

CITY COMMISSION WORKSHOP

The City Commission will receive updates regarding the Budget Advisory Board. The discussion includes departmental budget review sessions and the current Budget Advisory Board work plan for fiscal year 2024.

• FY 2025 Departmental Budget Review Sessions
• FY 2024 Budget Advisory Board Work Plan

City Commission Regular Meeting

The Fort Lauderdale City Commission is reviewing several items including a large-scale stormwater improvement contract and various grant acceptances. The agenda also includes appointments for special legal counsel regarding pharmaceutical litigation and requests for park maintenance agreements. Public hearings are scheduled for specific rezoning ordinances.

• $33,841,618.20 agreement for the Dorsey Riverbend Stormwater Improvements Project
• Appointment of special counsel for litigation against pharmaceutical manufacturers regarding insulin and generic medication pricing
• $59,000 grant from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection for a Vulnerability Assessment Project
• $188,740 agreement for Oceanside Park and Greenspace Maintenance
• Rezoning ordinance for 1409 W. Sistrunk Boulevard

The City Commission approved a $33.8 million contract for the Dorsey Riverbend Stormwater Improvements Project. The board also adopted several ordinances rezoning various properties to Parks, Recreation and Open Space districts. Additionally, the commission approved grants for vulnerability assessments and derelict vessel removal.

• Approved $33,841,618.20 contract for Dorsey Riverbend Stormwater Improvements Project (5-0)
• Approved $418,990 for generator and transfer switch at Public Works Administration Building (5-0)
• Adopted $59,000 FDEP grant for Citywide Vulnerability Assessment Project (5-0)
• Approved $211,200 estimated three-year contract for Monroe Lawn Care Service LLC (5-0)
• Approved $188,740 agreement for Oceanside Park and Greenspace Maintenance (4-1)
• Adopted rezoning of 2600 and 2450 S. Federal Highway to Parks, Recreation and Open Space District (5-0)
• Adopted rezoning of 1714 W. State Road 84 to Community Business District (5-0)
• Approved appointment of special counsel for generic pharmaceutical litigation (5-0)

City Commission Conference Meeting

The City Commission will hold a conference meeting to hear neighbor presentations and discuss various business items. Topics include park development, sponsorships, school policing, and state legislation regarding public camping.

• Presentation on the development of Lockhart Park by AECOM
• Neighbor presentation regarding Sailboat Bend neighborhood by Christian Garay
• Neighbor presentation regarding Leaded Fuel at FXE by Neil D. Kolner
• Discussion on State of Florida legislation related to public camping and sleeping
• Discussion on sponsorships

City Commission Regular Meeting

The City Commission is reviewing several large-scale infrastructure and service contracts. Items include agreements for parking lot maintenance, water treatment plant upgrades, and construction projects. The agenda also includes various grant applications and event approvals.

• $2,936,160 construction agreement for Commercial Boulevard Parking Improvements
• $2,123,016.30 contract for citywide parking lot landscape and pressure washing services
• $901,900 agreement for Fiveash Water Treatment Plant sluice gate replacements
• $708,364 grant agreement for Tarpon River and Shady Banks neighborhood improvements
• $3,000,000 grant application for Riverwalk North Seawall Replacement

The City Commission approved several infrastructure contracts, including parking improvements and water treatment plant replacements. Multiple rezoning requests for parks and open space passed first reading, and a mixed-use development at N. Corporate Drive was adopted on second reading.

• Approved $2.9M construction agreement for Commercial Boulevard parking improvements (5-0)
• Approved $2.1M landscape and pressure washing contract for city parking lots (5-0)
• Approved $901,900 for Fiveash Water Treatment Plant sluice gate replacements (5-0)
• Adopted rezoning for 200 and 400 N. Corporate Drive to PDD for hotel, residential, and commercial use (5-0)
• Adopted resolution renaming Riverland Woods Park to Lauderdale Isles Landing (5-0)
• Approved $708,364 FDOT grant for Tarpon River and Shady Banks neighborhood improvements (5-0)
• Passed first reading for five separate rezoning requests to Parks, Recreation and Open Space districts (5-0)
• Deferred 'Bal Harbour Village Plat' resolution to April 2, 2024 (5-0)

City Commission Conference Meeting

The City Commission will review the quarterly investment report for the period ending December 31, 2023. The meeting includes a discussion regarding a draft ordinance for a proposed public-private partnership. Additionally, the commission will meet in a closed session to discuss pending litigation.

• Quarterly Investment Report for period ending December 31, 2023
• Proposed Public-Private Partnership Draft Ordinance
• Closed session regarding Mark Messina and Bernard McDonald v. City of Fort Lauderdale

Other Post-Employment Benefits Board Meeting

The Other Post-Employment Benefits Board will review its quarterly trust investment report for the period ending December 31, 2023. The board will also vote to approve the minutes from its previous meeting on December 19, 2023. This agenda contains only routine oversight items and standard procedural notices.

• Review of the Other Post-Employment Benefits Trust quarterly investment report (period ending December 31, 2023)
• Vote to approve the minutes from the December 19, 2023 board meeting

The Other Post-Employment Benefits Board met to review financial reports and approve previous records. The board received a quarterly investment report and approved the minutes from the December 19, 2023 meeting.

• Approved minutes for December 19, 2023 meeting (4-0)
• Received Other Post-Employment Benefits Trust Quarterly Investment Report for period ending December 31, 2023

COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY BOARD

The CRA Board will consider accepting the FY 2023 Annual Report and Audit Report for transmission to taxing districts. The board is also reviewing a resolution regarding City-owned property at 800 NW 22 Road in Northwest-Progresso-Flagler Heights. Additionally, members will consider an amendment to a streetscape enhancement program loan agreement.

• Acceptance of conveyance for City-owned property at 800 NW 22 Road
• Authorization of a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the redevelopment of 800 NW 22 Road
• Acceptance of the FY 2023 CRA Annual Report and Audit Report
• Amendment to the Streetscape Enhancement Program Loan Agreement

The Community Redevelopment Agency Board approved the annual report and audit for transmission to taxing districts. They adopted a resolution to accept city-owned property at 800 NW 22 Road and authorize requests for proposals for its redevelopment. A separate resolution amending a previous 2022 measure was also adopted.

• Approved minutes for January 9, 2024 meeting (4-0)
• Accepted Annual Report and Audit Report for transmission (4-0)
• Adopted resolution to accept property at 800 NW 22 Road and issue RFPs for redevelopment (4-0)
• Adopted resolution amending Resolution No. 22-12 (4-0)

City Commission Regular Meeting

The Fort Lauderdale City Commission will vote on several items including a $2.5 million purchase of breathing apparatus for Fire-Rescue. The meeting includes public hearings regarding rezoning and land use amendments in the city's Comprehensive Plan. Commissioners will also consider various event agreements and service contracts.

• Purchase of 3M Scott breathing apparatus for $2,567,534
• Rezoning for hotel and residential units at 200 and 400 N. Corporate Drive
• $974,000 grant for New River Crossing Project technical assistance
• Food and alcohol service agreement for Four Seasons Hotel on the public beach
• Road closures for Social Distortion / Bad Religion event

The Fort Lauderdale City Commission approved a $2,567,534 purchase of breathing apparatus for the Fire-Rescue Department and adopted several zoning ordinances, including a rezoning for Corporate Drive properties. The board also approved a three-year agreement for the School Resource Officer Program and passed first readings on transit-oriented development amendments. All listed motions and resolutions passed with a 5-0 vote.

• Approved $2,567,534 purchase of 3M Scott Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus for Fire-Rescue (5-0)
• Adopted rezoning from County districts to City Commerce Center for 600-1000 Corporate Drive (5-0)
• Approved three-year agreement with Broward County School Board for School Resource Officer Program (5-0)
• Adopted $974,000 grant acceptance for New River Crossing Project technical assistance (5-0)
• Approved $15,000 grant for Park Ranger (LOOP) Program via Beach Business Improvement District (5-0)
• Passed first reading for Transit Oriented Development amendments to Comprehensive Plan (5-0)
• Adopted ordinance changing Community Services Board meetings from 10 to 8 per year (5-0)
• Approved agreement with Langley Productions to produce COPS episodes with Police Department (5-0)

City Commission Conference Meeting

The City Commission will review several updates including the New River Crossing and the Himmarshee Revitalization Plan. Discussions also include school zone speed cameras and a transition to a new customer request management system.

• New River Crossing Update Part V
• Himmarshee Revitalization Plan Presentation
• Infiltration and Inflow (I&I) Program Update
• Fort Lauderdale Police Department School Zone Speed Cameras Presentation
• SeeClickFix (FixIt FTL) replacing Q Alert (LauderServ) presentation

City Commission Regular Meeting

The City Commission will consider a $6 million agreement for the purchase of trees, palms, and plants. The agenda also includes a public hearing on rezoning properties at 600, 800, and 1000 Corporate Drive. Additionally, the commission will review various airport rehabilitation grants and event agreements.

• $6,000,000 agreement for the purchase of trees, palms, and plants
• Rezoning of 600, 800, and 1000 Corporate Drive to Commerce Center District
• $200,000 sponsorship agreement for the 2024 Fort Lauderdale Air Show
• $2,598,458 lease amendment for 1 East Broward Owner LLC
• FDOT grant agreements for pavement rehabilitation at Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport

The Fort Lauderdale City Commission held a regular meeting on February 20, 2024, and approved a large consent agenda and several motions, including a $6,000,000 estimated three-year agreement for purchase of trees, palms and plants, a $2,598,458 lease amendment, and a $200,000 sponsorship for the 2024 Fort Lauderdale Air Show. Most items passed unanimously, but two votes were split: a $319,760 one-way pairs study for Andrews Avenue and SE 3rd Avenue was approved 3-2, and a resolution supporting a RAISE grant application for the New River Crossing was adopted as amended 3-2. Several ordinances passed first reading, including changes to election-related temporary sign rules and new mitigation measures for high impact events on beach property.

• Approved consent agenda (5-0)
• Approved $200,000 sponsorship agreement with Lauderdale Air Show, LLC for the 2024 Fort Lauderdale Air Show (5-0)
• Adopted resolution approving $87,000 FDOT grant for design of Aviation Equipment Safety Building Pavement Rehabilitation at Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport (5-0)
• Adopted resolution approving $204,800 FDOT grant for design of Taxiway Echo Pavement Rehabilitation at Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport (5-0)
• Approved $6,000,000 estimated three-year agreement for purchase of trees, palms and plants from Gardening Angel Nursery, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved $2,598,458 second amendment to lease agreement with 1 East Broward Owner LLC (5-0)
• Approved $319,760 one-way pairs study for Andrews Avenue and SE 3rd Avenue by Kimley-Horn and Associates (3-2; Beasley-Pittman and Herbst nay)
• Adopted as amended resolution supporting RAISE grant application for New River Crossing (3-2; Beasley-Pittman and Herbst nay)

City Commission Conference Meeting

The City Commission will review a report on mixed-use development corridors and a presentation on traffic signalization. Discussions are also scheduled regarding the code of conduct for elected officials and advisory boards. A closed session will address pending litigation involving JMS Construction Services, Inc.

• Urban Land Institute Technical Assistance Panel Report on Mixed Use Development Corridors
• Broward County Traffic Engineering Division presentation on traffic signalization
• Discussion on tunnel top branding
• 2024 State Legislative Update
• Code of Conduct for Elected Officials discussion

CITY COMMISSION WORKSHOP

The City Commission will hold a workshop to discuss the draft 2024-2026 Federal Legislative Program. This session focuses on reviewing the city's proposed federal legislative agenda.

• Review of the draft 2024-2026 Federal Legislative Program

City Commission Regular Meeting

The City Commission is reviewing several items including federal law enforcement grants and infrastructure agreements. Proposed actions include approving a construction agreement for the new police headquarters and various community event permits.

• AT&T Southeast agreement for New Police Headquarters ($150,087.03)
• DOJ COPS Hiring Program Award ($750,000)
• Grant up to $1,500,000 for Cooley’s Landing Marina Replacement
• One-Way Pairs Study for Andrews Avenue and SE 3rd Avenue ($319,760)
• Urban Forestry Master Plan service agreement ($166,937)

The City Commission approved several major infrastructure projects, including stormwater and wastewater upgrades. The board also authorized the November 5, 2024, municipal election and accepted over $1 million in DOJ policing grants.

• Approved $30,640,737.10 agreement for Durrs Neighborhood Stormwater Improvements (5-0)
• Approved $17M agreement for City-Wide Inflow and Infiltration Reduction Program (5-0)
• Approved $1,193,658.71 for George T. Lohmeyer Wastewater Treatment Plant cleaning (5-0)
• Adopted resolution calling for Regular Municipal Election on November 5, 2024 (5-0)
• Accepted $750,000 and $257,405.30 DOJ COPS program awards (5-0)
• Approved $1M increase for asphalt, sidewalk and ADA improvements contract (5-0)
• Adopted settlement agreements with Florida Power & Light for $202,289.91 and $400,000 (5-0)
• Rejected all bids for Roving Security Guard Services (5-0)

City Commission Conference Meeting

The City Commission will review several status reports and updates. Discussion items include flood recovery, the New River Crossing project, and draft priorities for fiscal year 2025.

• Audit of Asphalt Mills and Resurfacing Contract
• Las Olas Parking Garage Facade Lighting Update
• New River Crossing Update Part IV
• Draft FY 2025 Commission Priorities and Themes
• Update on Flood Recovery

City Commission Regular Meeting

The City Commission will meet to vote on various municipal matters including property insurance, workforce housing, and special event agreements. The agenda includes several public hearings regarding site plan amendments and boat lift installations.

• Purchase of property insurance for $3,783,474
• Rental of barricades and equipment estimated at $1,400,000 over two years
• Grant application for Broward County Enhanced Marine Law Enforcement for $152,144
• Grant participation agreement with Nova Southeastern University for $500,000
• Workforce housing incentive agreement with Andrews Apartments LLC

The Fort Lauderdale City Commission approved a $3.78 million property insurance purchase and a $152,144 grant for marine law enforcement. They also adopted amendments to development regulations and agreements for parking, housing, and community services. A resolution to appoint special counsel for a complaint involving a city commissioner was adopted with a 3-1-1 vote.

• Approved $152,144 grant for Broward County Enhanced Marine Law Enforcement (5-0)
• Approved Second Amendment to Las Olas Parking Solutions agreement (5-0)
• Approved Third Amendment to Broward Health fitness classes agreement (4-1, Sturman abstained)
• Adopted $500,000 grant agreement with Nova Southeastern University (4-1, Beasley-Pittman voted no)
• Adopted Workforce Housing Incentive Agreement with Andrews Apartments LLC (5-0)
• Approved $1.4M estimated two-year barricade rental agreements (5-0)
• Authorized $3,783,474 property insurance purchase (5-0)
• Adopted appointment of Special Counsel Ria N. Chattergoon for commissioner complaint (3-1-1)

City Commission Conference Meeting

The City Commission will meet to discuss several administrative updates and program presentations. Topics include the 2024-26 Federal Legislative Program, the Police Department School Resource Officer Program, and public engagement in the budget process.

• Discussion of the 2024-26 Federal Legislative Program
• Fort Lauderdale Police Department School Resource Officer Program presentation
• NLC Good Jobs, Great Cities Academy update
• Presentation of the City of Fort Lauderdale Grant Program update
• Public Engagement in the Budget Process presentation

CITY COMMISSION WORKSHOP

The City Commission is conducting a prioritization workshop for Fiscal Year 2025. The session includes reviewing resource guides and the 'Press Play Fort Lauderdale 2029' strategic plan.

• Fiscal Year 2025 City Commission Prioritization Workshop (BUS-1 24-0155)
• Review of Press Play Fort Lauderdale 2029 Our City Our Strategic Plan

City Commission Regular Meeting

The Fort Lauderdale City Commission is reviewing several grant agreements for infrastructure projects, including marina replacement and airport runway rehabilitation. The agenda also includes requests to approve various community event agreements and city service contracts.

• $600,000 grant for Cooley’s Landing Marina Replacement
• $440,771 FDOT grant for Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport runway rehabilitation
• $100,000 grant to The Stranahan House, Inc.
• $192,500 agreement for criminal defense attorney services
• Event agreements and road closures for the NOBE Sunday Block Party and Sistrunk Parade

Fort Lauderdale commissioners approved a $48,590,889 agreement with David Mancini and Sons, Inc. to design and build a 48-inch water transmission main from Prospect Lake Clean Water Center to the Fiveash Water Treatment Plant, and adopted a resolution waiving competitive solicitation for a $2,872,583 Las Olas Marina seawall development agreement. They also approved a $2,860,731.25 Tarpon River sewer basin rehabilitation contract and $3,000,000 in annual sewer repair agreements. A resolution on the City Manager's annual performance review was defeated 2-3, and a motion to review a site plan for Ocean Harbor Residences at 3013 and 3019 Harbor Drive died for lack of a second.

• Approved $48,590,889 water transmission main contract with David Mancini and Sons, Inc. (5-0)
• Adopted resolution waiving competitive solicitation for $2,872,583 Las Olas Marina seawall development agreement (5-0)
• Approved $2,860,731.25 Tarpon River A-11 sewer basin rehabilitation contract with LMK Pipe Renewal, LLC (5-0)
• Approved $3,000,000 annual sewer repair agreements with David Mancini & Sons Inc. and Southern Underground Industries, Inc. (5-0)
• Defeated City Manager annual performance review resolution (2-3)
• Motion for review of Ocean Harbor Residences site plan at 3013 and 3019 Harbor Drive died for lack of a second
• Adopted resolution conveying air rights at 801 Seabreeze Boulevard and approving interlocal agreement with Bahia Mar Community Development District (4-1)
• Passed first reading of ordinance amending ULDR Section 47-11.10 for Commercial Recreation District (5-0)

City Commission Conference Meeting

The City Commission will review quarterly investment reports for the period ending September 30, 2023. The agenda includes presentations on the Renew Lauderdale General Obligation Bond and the Press Play Fort Lauderdale 2029 strategic plan. Additionally, officials will provide updates on city homeless initiatives and debt capacity.

• Renew Lauderdale General Obligation Bond presentation
• City Homeless Initiatives Update
• Press Play Fort Lauderdale 2029 Strategic Plan presentation
• Quarterly Investment Report for period ending September 30, 2023
• Debt Capacity and Financing Flexibility presentation

COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY BOARD

The Community Redevelopment Agency Board will meet to review meeting minutes, a budget amendment for the Central City CRA fund balance, and a rezoning delegation request. The agenda includes a resolution regarding property at 539 NW 13 Avenue.

• Approval of December 19, 2023, meeting minutes
• Resolution R-1 24-0010: Budget amendment to return Central City CRA fund balance for reallocation
• Resolution R-2 24-0108: Delegating authority for rezoning 539 NW 13 Avenue from RS-8 to NWRAC-MUw

The Board authorized the Executive Director to handle rezoning documents for a property at 539 NW 13 Avenue to a mixed-use designation. The Board also adopted a budget amendment to return the Central City CRA fund balance for reallocation.

• Approved minutes for December 19, 2023 meeting (4-0)
• Adopted budget amendment to return Central City CRA fund balance for reallocation (4-0)
• Adopted resolution delegating authority to Executive Director for rezoning 539 NW 13 Avenue from RS-8 to NWRAC-MUw (4-0)