Broward County Commission Regular Meeting
Director's Name: Andrew J. Meyers
Department: County Attorney
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Requested Action
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MOTION TO APPOINT substitute to the Broward County Canvassing Board ("Canvassing Board") for the 2024 general election cycle.
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Why Action is Necessary
Required by Section 102.141(1)(c), Florida Statutes.
What Action Accomplishes
Permits the Board of County Commissioners to appoint a substitute member of the Canvassing Board.
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Previous Action Taken
Summary Explanation/Background
Section 102.141, Florida Statutes, provides that the Mayor is a member of the Canvassing Board unless she is unable to serve or is disqualified. Disqualification includes being a candidate with opposition in the election being canvassed. The 2024 general election cycle is tentatively set for October 9 through November 18, 2024.
Because the Mayor is a candidate with opposition in the general election, she is disqualified from serving in that cycle, and the Board of County Commissioners must appoint an eligible substitute County Commissioner, under Section 102.141(1)(c), Florida Statutes.
The Mayor has the authority to appoint one or more qualified County Commissioners to serve as alternates, who would serve if another Canvassing Board member needs to miss a meeting.
Source of Additional Information
René D. Harrod, Chief Deputy County Attorney, 954-357-7600
Fiscal Impact
Fiscal Impact/Cost Summary
None.