Broward County Commission Regular Meeting
Director's Name: Steve Geller
Department: County Commission
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MAYOR’S REPORT
A. UNITED STATES CENSUS BUREAU
ACTION: (T-12:55 PM) Mayor Geller reported that Broward County received a Certificate from the United States Census Bureau for the great work that Broward County performed with the Census. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
B. VACCINATIONS
ACTION: (T-12:56 PM) Mayor Geller pointed out an upcoming Mayors’ call this Friday. In addition, Mayor Geller stated that he feels that 50 percent of the adult population will receive vaccinations by May of 2021 and noted that there are far too many people unwilling to receive vaccinations.
In addition, Mayor Geller noted that a sufficient number of vaccines should be received approximately in April of 2021.
Mayor Geller encouraged people to make appointments to receive vaccines and to please not show up for vaccines without an appointment. Mayor Geller also asked that people do not arrive 30 minutes early prior to appointments times, so as not to create large lines.
Mayor Geller expressed that the Commission is going to have to address the upcoming Spring Break and issues surrounding COVID-19.
Further, Mayor Geller reported that Broward County Paratransit customers and persons on vulnerable population lists can utilize Broward County Paratransit to obtain vaccinations. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
C. 2021 BROWARD COUNTY CANVASSING BOARD
ACTION: (T-1:00 PM) As Mayor Geller reported that he is unable to serve on the 2021 Canvassing Board, Mayor Geller appointed Vice-Mayor Udine a substitute member to the 2021 Canvassing Board, as well as appointed Commissioner Furr an alternate member to the 2021 Canvassing Board. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
D. WEAR MASKS AND SOCIAL DISTANCE
ACTION: (T-1:01 PM) Mayor Geller encouraged all to be careful, wear masks and social distance. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
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