Broward County Commission Regular Meeting
Director's Name: Beam Furr
Department: County Commission
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MAYOR AND COMMISSIONER REPORTS
A. RECOGNITION - COMMISSIONER DAVIS
ACTION: (T-12:40 PM) Through staff, Commissioner Davis reported being honored by the City of Miramar in the renaming of the Miramar Multiservice Center as the Alexandra P. Davis Multiservice Complex. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
B. 70TH ANNIVERSARY - COMMISSIONER DAVIS
ACTION: (T-12:41 PM) Through staff, Commissioner Davis discussed attending the City of Miramar 70th Anniversary Gala at the Miramar Cultural Center Banquet Hall. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
C. COMMUNICATION BOARDS - COMMISSIONER DAVIS
ACTION: (T-12:41 PM) Through staff, Commissioner Davis highlighted the unveiling of 10 new autism-friendly communication boards at Henry D. Perry Park in Miramar. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
D. INAUGURATION - COMMISSIONER DAVIS
ACTION: (T-12:41 PM) Through staff, Commissioner Davis relayed attending the inauguration of the newly elected leaders of the Seminole Tribe of Florida. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
E. CARIBBEAN HERITAGE - COMMISSIONER DAVIS
ACTION: (T-12:42 PM) Through staff, Commissioner Davis relayed that Caribbean pride was on full display at the Caribbean American Heritage Month kick-off event in Miramar, which is a vibrant reminder of the strength and unity within the community. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
F. LEAGUE OF CITIES - COMMISSIONER DAVIS
ACTION: (T-12:42 PM) Through staff, Commissioner Davis shared that the Broward League of Cities Gala and Installation Ceremony was a night to celebrate public service and the commitment that keeps our communities moving forward. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
G. COMMISSION SERVICE - COMMISSIONER MCKINZIE
ACTION: (T-12:42 PM) Commissioner McKinzie noted that it is so nice to be serving on such a great Commission. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
H. CONGRATULATIONS - COMMISSIONER FISHER
ACTION: (T-12:43 PM) Commissioner Fisher congratulated Commissioner Davis in being honored by the City of Miramar. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
I. ILA - COMMISSIONER FISHER
ACTION: (T-12:43 PM) Commissioner Fisher discussed passage of the Third Amendment to the ILA Surtax and thanked County Administrator Monica Cepero for BCCMA guidance, the League of Cities for championing this task, as well as everyone involved in bringing it to fruition. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
J. CONGRATULATIONS - COMMISSIONER FISHER
ACTION: (T-12:44 PM) Commissioner Fisher congratulated the Museum of Discovery and Science in receiving the Newsweek Readers’ Choice Award as the Number 4 children’s museum to visit in 2025, noting that MODS is the only children’s museum in the State of Florida to receive the honor, placing them in the Top 10 museums nationwide. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
K. 100TH BIRTHDAY - COMMISSIONER FISHER
ACTION: (T-12:44 PM) Commissioner Fisher announced that the City of Deerfield Beach is celebrating their 100th birthday tomorrow. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
L. LAWYER AWARD - COMMISSIONER FISHER
ACTION: (T-12:45 PM) Commissioner Fisher announced that Vice-Mayor Bogen will be receiving the Walter G. “Skip” Campbell Lawyer Award later this month for the 100th year anniversary induction of the 2025/2026 officers and directors of the Broward County Bar Association and Young Lawyers Section. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
M. DEDICATION - COMMISSIONER RICH
ACTION: (T-12:46 PM) Commissioner Rich discussed the dedication of the Fun Zone in honor of Elaine Appel’s 40 years of service as a guardian ad litem. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
N. WELCOME - VICE-MAYOR BOGEN
ACTION: (T-12:49 PM) Vice-Mayor Bogen welcomed Commissioner Davis. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
O. HEALTH PROJECT - VICE-MAYOR BOGEN
ACTION: (T-12:49 PM) Vice-Mayor Bogen provided an update with regard to the Health Project, noting the impact of the project in saving lives. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
P. SUMMER - VICE-MAYOR BOGEN
ACTION: (T-12:50 PM) Vice-Mayor Bogen wished everyone a great summer. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
Q. VIPER SYSTEM - COMMISSIONER UDINE
ACTION: (T-12:50 PM) Commissioner Udine reported that the Viper system is functioning for emergency management. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
R. THANK YOU - COMMISSIONER UDINE
ACTION: (T-12:51 PM) Commissioner Udine thanked Highway Construction and Engineering Division Director Richard Tornese and staff for projects progressing on schedule. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
S. WELCOME - COMMISSIONER UDINE
ACTION: (T-12:51 PM) Commissioner Udine welcomed Summer Interns Angelina Kennedy and Delainey Walker. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
T. WELCOME - COMMISSIONER GELLER
ACTION: (T-12:52 PM) Commissioner Geller welcomed Commissioner Davis to full participation and relayed looking forward to working with her. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
U. LEGISLATURE - COMMISSIONER GELLER
ACTION: (T-12:52 PM) Commissioner Geller expressed hope for the Legislature to adjourn soon. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
V. SUMMER - COMMISSIONER GELLER
ACTION: (T-12:53 PM) Commissioner Geller wished everyone a good, healthy summer. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
W. FAC CONFERENCE - COMMISSIONER ROGERS
ACTION: (T-12:53 PM) Commissioner Rogers expressed that she is looking forward to attending the Florida Association of Counties Annual Conference June 24 through June 27. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
X. CONVENTION CENTER - COMMISSIONER ROGERS
ACTION: (T-12:54 PM) Commissioner Rogers relayed looking forward to conversation in relation to the Convention Center update, including discussion in connection with two restaurants. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
Y. CONFERENCE - COMMISSIONER ROGERS
ACTION: (T-12:54 PM) Commissioner Rogers reported joining the Northwest Conference of Elected Officials on Monday to listen to discussion involving solid waste and the promotion and participation of recycling. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
Z. SURTAX - COMMISSIONER ROGERS
ACTION: (T-12:55 PM) Commissioner Rogers discussed the surtax modification, which will provide more flexibility in spending. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
In response to Commissioner Rogers, Commissioner McKinzie suggested extra training be provided for city managers to ensure access.
In response to Commissioner McKinzie, County Administrator Monica Cepero confirmed that outreach initiatives will be implemented in conjunction with adoption of the new ILA provisions.
AA. LETTER - MAYOR FURR
ACTION: (T-12:57 PM) Mayor Furr discussed a letter he distributed to the Board in reference to methane and biosolids and expressed hope for other potential options. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
BB. SOLID WASTE - MAYOR FURR
ACTION: (T-12:59 PM) Mayor Furr advised that the Solid Waste Draft Master Plan is being presented to all elected officials tomorrow at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
CC. HALL OF FAME - MAYOR FURR
ACTION: (T-11:59 PM) Mayor Furr relayed attending the Senior Hall of Fame, which was comprised of life-long volunteers. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
DD. SURTAX - MAYOR FURR
ACTION: (T-1:00 PM) Mayor Furr discussed the Surtax Third Amendment in relation to working with cities. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
EE. LIBRARY STATUS - MAYOR FURR
ACTION: (T-1:01 PM) Mayor Furr discussed the Hollywood Library closure and encouraged efforts to mitigate the loss of summer resources. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
FF. COMMISSION MEETING - MAYOR FURR
ACTION: (T-1:01 PM) Mayor Furr advised of the Commissioner Meeting and workshop next week on the 17th. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
GG. SUMMER - AUDITOR MELTON
ACTION: (T-1:04 PM) County Auditor Bob Melton wished everyone an enjoyable summer and advised of availability of audits upon return from the recess. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
HH. SUMMER INTERNS - ATTORNEY MEYERS
ACTION: (T-1:04 PM) County Attorney Andrew Meyers welcomed and introduced students interning with the County Attorney’s Office during the summer. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)