Fort Lauderdale, FL

City Commission Regular Meeting

The City Commission will vote on several high-value infrastructure contracts and public safety improvements. The body is also reviewing ordinances regarding sidewalk construction, the establishment of a Homeless Advisory Board, and changes to meeting schedules.

• Citywide contract for CCTV inspection and inflow/infiltration repairs: $62,875,000
• Fort Lauderdale Beach Wave Wall Light Replacement: $770,449.04
• Tarpon River and Shady Banks Neighborhood Improvements: $1,961,544
• HOME-ARP funds for non-congregate shelter at 1722 NW 8 Court: $450,000
• LED street lighting in Riverland Neighborhood: $394,320.11 construction cost

City Commission Conference Meeting

The City Commission will review field size options for the Sunrise Middle School Phase II Turf Field and a streetscape plan for Himmarshee. Members will also discuss the city's 2027 State Legislative Program.

• Presentation on field size options for Sunrise Middle School Phase II Turf Field
• Discussion regarding the 2027 State Legislative Program
• Presentation on Himmarshee Tactical Urbanism and Streetscape Beautification Plan

City Commission Regular Meeting

The City Commission will vote on two large-scale design-build agreements for stormwater improvements in the Riverland and Melrose Manors neighborhoods. The meeting also includes several event permits, public hearings on land use, and a grant presentation for the police marine unit.

• Design-build agreement with Man-Con, Inc. for Melrose Manors Stormwater Improvements: $91,840,159
• Design-build agreement with David Mancini & Sons, Inc. for Riverland Stormwater Improvements: $82,643,846
• Grant check presentation from Florida Inland Navigation District for Police Marine Unit: $4,198,199
• Maintenance agreement with Motorola Solutions, Inc. for radio system equipment: $662,624.52
• Proposed ordinance to increase fines for alcoholic beverage violations

The Fort Lauderdale City Commission approved large-scale stormwater improvement agreements for the Riverland and Melrose Manors neighborhoods, totaling over $174 million combined. Commissioners also accepted a $4.19M grant presentation for police marine and waterway upgrades, approved several event agreements, and tabled an ordinance regarding extended hour permits for alcoholic beverages.

• Approved $82,643,846 stormwater design-build agreement for Riverland Neighborhood (5-2)
• Approved $91,840,159 stormwater design-build agreement for Melrose Manors Neighborhood (5-2)
• Tabled ordinance establishing an Extended Hour Permit District for alcoholic beverages (5-2)
• Approved $400,000 initial one-year contract for pumping services with A&A Drainage, EnviroWaste, and Vac It Up (5-2)
• Passed first reading of ordinance establishing the Homeless Advisory Board (5-2)
• Approved $662,624.52 agreement for Motorola 800 MHz P25 trunked radio system maintenance (5-2)
• Approved $317,200 FY 2027 agreement with Riverwalk Fort Lauderdale, Inc. (5-2)
• Granted City Auditor a 3% merit salary increase following annual review (5-2)

Special Magistrate Hearing - Building and Construction Enforcement

Code Enforcement Board Hearing - Building and Construction Enforcement

City Commission Regular Meeting

City Commission Regular Meeting

City Commission Conference Meeting

The Fort Lauderdale City Commission holds a conference meeting on October 6, 2026, at 1:05 PM in the Police Department Community Room. The agenda is mostly presentations and status reports rather than final votes: an audit of Print Shop and Mail Room operations, a sanitary sewer lift station update, the South Regional Activity Center Vision Plan, a proposed ordinance on electric bicycles and micromobility devices, and train horn quiet zones with Florida East Coast Railway crossing agreements. The meeting also includes routine communications, commissioner, mayor, city manager, and city attorney reports, and public appearances.

• Presentation on a proposed ordinance creating Section 26-193, "Electric Bicycles and Micromobility Devices," of the City Code (item 26-0883)
• Presentation on train horn quiet zones and Florida East Coast Railway crossing agreements (item 26-0950)
• Audit of Print Shop and Mail Room Operations from the City Auditor's Office (item 26-0944)
• A-5 Sanitary Sewer Lift Station Update from Public Works, affecting Commission Districts 2 and 4 (item 26-0353)
• South Regional Activity Center (SRAC) Vision Plan presentation from Development Services, Commission District 4 (item 26-0753)

COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY BOARD

The Fort Lauderdale Community Redevelopment Agency Board meets Oct. 6, 2026 to approve minutes from its Sept. 15 meeting and consider two resolutions accepting property conveyances from the City of Fort Lauderdale. One covers 1306 NW 6th Street (Sistrunk Boulevard) in District 3; the other covers 400 NW 7 Avenue, the Sylvia H. Alridge Station Post Office, in the Northwest-Progresso-Flagler Heights CRA area in District 2. Both resolutions would authorize contracts for appraisal, title, survey and related services and authorize requests for redevelopment of the properties. No dollar amounts are stated in the agenda.

• M-1: Motion approving minutes of the September 15, 2026 CRA Board meeting (Districts 2 and 3)
• R-1: Resolution accepting conveyance of 1306 NW 6th Street (Sistrunk Boulevard) from the City for public purposes, authorizing appraisal, title, survey, site cleanup and maintenance contracts, and a request for redevelopment (District 3)
• R-2: Resolution accepting conveyance of 400 NW 7 Avenue, the Sylvia H. Alridge Station Post Office, in the Northwest-Progresso-Flagler Heights CRA area, authorizing appraisal, title, survey and site maintenance contracts, and a request for redevelopment (District 2)
• Both resolutions authorize the Executive Director to execute related instruments
• Meeting held at Fort Lauderdale Police Department Community Room #1004, 1300 West Broward Boulevard

The Community Redevelopment Agency Board adopted resolutions to accept the conveyance of two properties from the City of Fort Lauderdale. Both actions authorize contracts for site services and the issuance of requests for redevelopment.

• Approved minutes for September 15, 2026 meeting (3-0)
• Adopted resolution to accept conveyance of 1306 NW 6th Street for public purposes and redevelopment (3-0)
• Adopted resolution to accept conveyance of 400 NW 7 Avenue (Sylvia H. Alridge Station Post Office) for redevelopment (3-0)

City Commission Regular Meeting

The Fort Lauderdale City Commission meets Tuesday, October 6, 2026, at 6:00 PM in the Police Department Community Room at 1300 West Broward Boulevard. The agenda includes a consent block of event agreements, leases, and budget items, plus individually voted motions on a workers' compensation settlement, airport and park construction contracts, and utility purchases. Resolutions cover street renaming, airport leases, affordable housing funds, and board appointments. Several items are proclamations and procedural approvals.

• M-2: Agreement with Ranger Construction Industries, Inc. for FXE Runway 27 Bypass Taxiways Project — $4,942,388
• M-1: Settlement of workers' compensation claim James Brinton v. City of Fort Lauderdale, Case Number 22-005088DAL — $850,000
• M-3: Agreement with H.G. Construction, Development and Investment, Inc. for Osswald Park Improvements — $1,901,043.99
• M-4: Proprietary purchases for water distribution, wastewater collection and treatment facilities — estimated $6,857,300
• R-3: Street renaming of Southwest 1st Avenue and Northwest 1st Avenue from West Las Olas Boulevard to Sistrunk Boulevard to 'Mary Brickell Avenue'

The City Commission approved several high-value infrastructure projects, including utility facility purchases and airport runway improvements. The board also adopted new zoning regulations for the Uptown Urban Village and updated outdoor event permit fees.

• Approved $6,857,300 for water distribution and wastewater facility purchases (5-0)
• Approved $4,942,388 contract for FXE Runway 27 Bypass Taxiways Project (5-0)
• Approved $1,901,043.99 for Osswald Park Improvements (5-0)
• Approved $850,000 workers’ compensation settlement for James Brinton (5-0)
• Adopted ordinance revising outdoor event permit requirements and fee structure (5-0)
• Adopted zoning amendments for Uptown Urban Village districts (5-0)
• Adopted resolution urging Broward School Board to include City in school closure decisions (5-0)
• Approved $750,000 engineering contract for water distribution assessment (5-0)

Planning and Zoning Board

Planning and Zoning Board

Board of Adjustment

Development Review Committee

Historic Preservation Board

Planning and Zoning Board

COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY BOARD

The Community Redevelopment Agency Board will consider approving minutes from its September 2, 2026 meeting and a resolution to fund a sculpture installation. The resolution would authorize up to $150,000 for the artwork at the roundabout at Northeast 13th Street and Northeast 7th Avenue, with Brooks Scarpa Huber Architects, Inc. as the contractor.

• Resolution 26-0734: Appropriating up to $150,000 for sculpture installation at NE 13th St & NE 7th Ave roundabout with Brooks Scarpa Huber Architects, Inc.
• Motion 26-0889: Approving minutes from the September 2, 2026 CRA Board meeting

The Community Redevelopment Agency Board approved the September 2, 2026, meeting minutes and authorized funding for a sculpture. The resolution allows for an amount not to exceed $150,000 for a sculpture in the roundabout at Northeast 13th Street and Northeast 7th Avenue.

• Approved September 2, 2026, meeting minutes (5-0)
• Adopted resolution authorizing up to $150,000 for a sculpture at NE 13th St and NE 7th Ave (5-0)

City Commission Regular Meeting

The Fort Lauderdale City Commission will vote on consent items, motions, resolutions, and public hearings, including two quasi-judicial site plan approvals for developments in the Northwest and Downtown Regional Activity Centers. The agenda also includes several contract approvals, fee changes, and street naming resolutions.

• Site Plan Level II permits for Astor Progresso Village (Advantis MCA Flagler Triangle, LLC) and Flagler Village Residences (501 NE Holdings, LP) with parking reductions
• Contract increase of $1,500,000 for Parks Bond design services (AECOM)
• Structural engineering services agreement with Kimley-Horn for $2,165,000
• Cemetery price list update effective October 1, 2026
• Special election for District 1 commissioner on November 3, 2026

The City Commission approved several ordinances, including updates to water fixed-cost recovery and a 3.5% general wage increase for non-bargaining-unit employees. The Commission also passed multiple development permits and outdoor event agreements.

• Approved 3.5% general wage increase effective October 11, 2026 (5-0)
• Adopted ordinance to increase water fixed-cost recovery and revise irrigation tiers (5-0)
• Approved $2.165M structural engineering services agreement with Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved $150,000 for a sculpture installation at 13th Street and NE 7th Avenue (5-0)
• Approved outdoor event agreements for Margarita Festival, NOBE Sunday Block Party, and Las Olas Art Fair (5-0)
• Adopted ordinance to revise private provider permit fees (5-0)
• Approved $338,395 change order for Lead and Copper Rule Revisions Compliance Program (5-0)
• Approved $520,900 change order for wastewater treatment plant project (5-0)

City Commission Conference Meeting

The City Commission is holding a conference meeting with reports from commissioners, the mayor, city manager, and city attorney, followed by old/new business. The main items are presentations and updates, including the Fort Lauderdale Studio Initiative movie studio development at 1400 NW 31st Avenue, a Children's Services Council impact presentation, and watershed/floodplain management plans. No final votes are scheduled; the agenda is largely informational.

• Update on agreement with Fort Lauderdale Studio Initiative for movie studio at 1400 NW 31st Avenue
• Children's Services Council of Broward County impact presentation
• Presentation of Watershed Master Plan for Community Rating System
• Floodplain Management & Community Rating System presentation
• City Commission follow-up action items and letters to the Commission

CITY COMMISSION - SPECIAL MEETING

The Fort Lauderdale City Commission is holding its second budget hearing to adopt the Fiscal Year 2027 final budget, millage rate, and various assessments. This includes public hearings on the city's final millage rate of 4.1193, the final budget, and several district-specific assessments for services like stormwater, fire, and utility undergrounding. The commission will also approve the five-year Capital Improvement Plan and set the Central Wastewater Region large user rate.

• Adopt FY 2027 final millage rate of 4.1193 and debt service millage rate of 0.2216
• Approve FY 2027 final budget and personnel complement
• Set Central Wastewater Region large user rate at $3.80 per 1,000 gallons
• Approve five-year Capital Improvement Plan for FY 2027-2031
• Adopt FY 2027 fire assessment and assessment roll

At the September 14, 2026 special meeting, the Fort Lauderdale City Commission held its second budget hearing and adopted the final FY 2027 budget, millage rates, and personnel complement. The Commission also approved the five-year capital improvement plan, wastewater rates, stormwater program management assessments, and several district and improvement budgets.

• Approved Fiscal Year 2027 Central Wastewater Region Large User Rate of $3.80 per 1,000 gallons (5-0)
• Approved Final Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan for FY 2027-2031 and FY 2027 project funding (4-1, Commissioner Herbst dissenting)
• Approved annual assessment resolution for FY 2027 Stormwater Program Management (5-0)
• Approved Lauderdale Isles Water Management District FY 2027 budget and $15 per parcel non-ad valorem assessment (5-0)
• Approved FY 2027 non-ad valorem assessment for utility undergrounding in District 2 (5-0)
• Approved Beach Business Improvement District annual rate resolution for FY 2027 (5-0)
• Approved FY 2027 fire assessment and assessment roll (5-0)
• Approved Sunrise Key Neighborhood Improvement District final millage rate of 1.0000 and budget of $230,072 (5-0)

CITY COMMISSION - SPECIAL MEETING

The City Commission is holding the first budget hearing for Fiscal Year 2027, where it will consider tentative millage rates, the city budget, and a five-year capital improvement plan. The meeting includes public comment opportunities. Items are tentative and subject to change at the final budget hearing.

• Adopt tentative millage rate of 4.1193 for the City of Fort Lauderdale
• Adopt tentative millage rate of 1.0000 and tentative budget of $230,072 for the Sunrise Key Neighborhood Improvement District
• Approve tentative FY 2027-2031 Capital Improvement Plan
• Approve FY 2027 tentative budget and personnel complement

COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY BOARD

The Community Redevelopment Agency Board will review the final operating budget and community investment plan allocations for Fiscal Year 2027. The board will also consider a budget amendment regarding the debt service fund balance for the Northwest-Progresso-Flagler Heights area.

• Approval of August 18, 2026, meeting minutes
• Resolution approving FY 2027 CRA Operating Budget and Community Investment Plan Allocations
• Resolution approving budget amendment for Northwest-Progresso-Flagler Heights CRA debt service fund balance

The Community Redevelopment Agency Board approved the final FY2027 operating budget and community investment plan allocations, and adopted a budget amendment appropriating debt service fund balance for the Northwest-Progresso-Flagler Heights redevelopment area. The board also approved the minutes from the August 18, 2026 meeting. All votes were 4-0, with Commissioner Herbst not present.

• Approved minutes of August 18, 2026 CRA board meeting (4-0)
• Adopted final FY2027 CRA operating budget and community investment plan allocations (4-0)
• Adopted budget amendment appropriating debt service fund balance for Northwest-Progresso-Flagler Heights CRA (4-0)

City Commission Regular Meeting

The City Commission will consider several ordinances, including a 3.5% general wage increase for non-bargaining unit employees and updates to water fixed-cost recovery. The meeting also includes a discussion on issuing over $1.2 billion in bonds for the Prospect Lake Water Treatment Plant Project.

• First reading of ordinance to increase water fixed-cost recovery and revise irrigation tiers
• First reading of ordinance for a 3.5% general wage increase effective October 11, 2026
• Resolution for $121.25 million in water/sewer bonds and $1.179 billion in notes for Prospect Lake Water Treatment Plant
• Presentation of $1,893,078 for Galt Mile street safety and fireboat replacement
• Change order of $125,812.33 for construction management at the new Police Headquarters

The City Commission approved a resolution authorizing a $121,250,000 Water and Sewer Revenue Subordinate Bond and a $1,179,649,650 Water and Sewer Revenue Subordinate Note for the Prospect Lake Water Treatment Plant Project. Commissioners also passed first reading of an ordinance raising water fixed-cost recovery and related fees, and adopted several zoning changes on second reading. Commissioner John C. Herbst was absent; all recorded votes were 4-0.

• Adopted resolution authorizing $121,250,000 Water and Sewer Revenue Subordinate Bond and $1,179,649,650 Subordinate Note for Prospect Lake Water Treatment Plant (4-0)
• Passed first reading of ordinance increasing water fixed-cost recovery, establishing multifamily fixed charges, revising irrigation tiers and fees (4-0)
• Passed first reading of ordinance granting 3.5% general wage increase for non-bargaining employees effective October 11, 2026 (4-0)
• Adopted on second reading ordinance adding fortune tellers/psychic readers as accessory uses in CB and B-1 zoning districts (4-0)
• Adopted on second reading ordinance revising method for measuring fence and wall height (4-0)
• Adopted on second reading ordinance updating Historic Preservation District permitted uses (4-0)
• Deferred to September 15, 2026 second reading of vacation rental enforcement ordinance (4-0)
• Deferred to September 15, 2026 second reading of ordinance revising private provider permit fees (4-0)

City Commission Conference Meeting

The Fort Lauderdale City Commission will hold a conference meeting to review several project updates. Discussions include milestones for the Prospect Lake Clean Water Center and the International Swimming Hall of Fame Complex. The Commission will also review water trolley operations and homeless initiatives.

• Prospect Lake Clean Water Center project milestones and commercial operation date
• International Swimming Hall of Fame Complex project update
• Water Trolley operations update and service enhancement options
• Homeless Initiatives update
• Rescheduling of 2027 City Commission meeting dates

City Commission Regular Meeting

City Commission Conference Meeting

CITY COMMISSION WORKSHOP

This is a joint workshop with the Budget Advisory Board to review the Fiscal Year 2027 tentative budget highlights and the City Auditor's review of the proposed budget for FY 2026/2027. The commission will discuss the budget presentation and the auditor's management response. No final decisions are expected at this workshop.

• Fiscal Year 2027 Tentative Budget Highlights (BUS-1, item 26-0721)
• Review of Proposed Budget for FY 2026/2027 by City Auditor Patrick Reilly (BUS-2, item 26-0801)
• Management Response to Auditor's Review (LTC No. 26-234)

City Commission Regular Meeting

The Fort Lauderdale City Commission is holding a regular meeting on August 18, 2026, with a consent agenda and individual motions. Key decisions include approving a $23.1 million contract for a P25 radio communication system refresh, several airport construction contracts, and collective bargaining agreements with firefighters. The agenda also includes public hearings on property conveyances and a site plan approval.

• M-4: $23,109,800 agreement with Motorola Solutions for P25 radio system refresh
• M-1: $3,934,061.15 contract for FXE Taxiway Bravo & Quebec realignment
• M-2: $3,384,742.95 contract for FXE Taxiway Echo pavement rehabilitation
• R-4/R-5: Ratify collective bargaining agreements with IAFF (rank and file and battalion chiefs)
• R-6: Affordable-workforce housing tax reimbursement for The Cypress at 400 Corporate Drive

The Fort Lauderdale City Commission approved a $23.1 million contract with Motorola Solutions for a P25 radio communication system refresh, along with several other major contracts including airport taxiway projects and a water meter reading agreement. The commission also passed first readings on ordinances to allow fortune tellers in certain business zones, revise fence height measurements, and update vacation rental regulations. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved $23,109,800 P25 radio system contract with Motorola Solutions (5-0)
• Approved $3,934,061.15 FXE Taxiway Bravo & Quebec realignment with Weekley Asphalt Paving (5-0)
• Approved $3,384,742.95 FXE Taxiway Echo pavement rehabilitation with Weekley Asphalt Paving (5-0)
• Approved $2,606,864.28 water meter reading contract with Bermex, Inc. (5-0)
• Passed first reading of ordinance to allow fortune tellers as accessory uses in CB and B-1 zones (5-0)
• Passed first reading of ordinance to revise fence height measurement method (5-0)
• Passed first reading of ordinance to update vacation rental enforcement and compliance (5-0)
• Adopted resolution approving collective bargaining agreements with firefighters union (5-0)

COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY BOARD

The Fort Lauderdale Community Redevelopment Agency Board will consider several funding items, including a $2.5 million development incentive for Holy Cross Hospital's outpatient center and emergency department, a $193,500 grant for warehouse retail space, and a $189,952 contract for planning services. The board will also vote on amending an interlocal agreement with the city to fund redevelopment projects and approve prior meeting minutes.

• $2,500,000 Development Incentive Program funding to Holy Cross Hospital Inc. for outpatient center, ambulatory surgery center, and emergency department at 200 East Sunrise Boulevard
• $193,500 Property and Business Improvement Program funding to Queen Progress Investments, Inc. for warehouse buildout at 603 NE 13 Street (Unit C)
• $189,952 appropriation for professional planning services by MHCP COLAB, LLC for Future Land Use Plan Amendment for Central City CRA
• Resolution amending interlocal agreement between CRA and City of Fort Lauderdale to authorize funding for redevelopment projects
• Motion approving minutes from May 19, 2026 CRA Board meeting

The Community Redevelopment Agency Board approved all items on the agenda, including a $2.5 million development incentive for Holy Cross Hospital's outpatient center and emergency department, and a $193,500 grant for warehouse retail space. The board also adopted resolutions to amend the interlocal agreement for Central City redevelopment funding and to fund planning services for a future land use amendment. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved minutes for May 19, 2026 meeting (5-0)
• Approved $193,500 to Queen Progress Investments for warehouse retail buildout at 603 NE 13 Street (5-0)
• Adopted resolution amending interlocal agreement for Central City redevelopment funding (5-0)
• Adopted resolution appropriating up to $189,952 for MHCP COLAB planning services (5-0)
• Adopted resolution approving $2,500,000 incentive to Holy Cross Hospital for outpatient center and emergency department (5-0)

City Commission Conference Meeting

This is a conference meeting of the Fort Lauderdale City Commission, primarily consisting of informational presentations and status reports. Items include the Resilient Broward Grant Program, a Broward County Public Schools referendum, an infrastructure bond, a harm reduction program, and an airport leasing policy update. No final votes are scheduled; the commission will discuss these items and may provide direction.

• Resilient Broward Grant Program presentation by Dr. Jennifer Jurado
• Broward County Public Schools Next Generation Referendum informational presentation
• Infrastructure Investment Special Obligation Bond presentation
• Florida Department of Health's Harm Reduction Overdose Program presentation
• Airport Leasing Policy and Lease Reversion Update for Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport

Planning and Zoning Board