Broward County Commission Regular Meeting
Director's Name: Mark D. Bogen
Department: County Commission
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MAYOR AND COMMISSIONER REPORTS
A. CAREER FAIR - COMMISSIONER DAVIS
ACTION: (T-1:55 PM). Commissioner Davis announced that the Port Everglades Career Fair and Expo will be held tomorrow between 9:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. at the Convention Center. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
In response to previous discussion, Vice-Mayor McKinzie relayed that a commercial for the event and the efforts of Commissioner Davis boosted attendance. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
B. SHERIDAN BRIDGE - COMMISSIONER DAVIS
ACTION: (T-1:56 PM) Commissioner Davis advised that a public information meeting in relation to the Sheridan Street Bridge will be held at the Hollywood Branch Library on June 2 at 6:00 p.m. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
C. FOOD DISTRIBUTION - COMMISSIONER DAVIS
ACTION: (T-1:56 PM) Commissioner Davis relayed that there will be a drive-through food distribution event at the Miramar Pineland Park on June 20 between 10:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
D. IPW 2026 - COMMISSIONER UDINE
ACTION: (T-1:57 PM) Commissioner Udine discussed attending IPW 2026, complimented County Administration and the Visit Lauderdale Team and requested that the event agenda be added as additional material. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
In response to previous discussion, Commission Furr gave kudos to Visit Lauderdale for all the work they did, which made the area shine. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
In response to previous discussion, Commissioner Geller also reported attending and complimented staff for doing a great job. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
E. AFFORDABLE HOUSING - COMMISSIONER RICH
ACTION: (T-1:59 PM) Commissioner Rich discussed the groundbreaking of Lofts on 6th, which is a 90-unit affordable housing development for seniors in Fort Lauderdale’s historic Sistrunk District. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
F. EPIC AWARDS - COMMISSIONER RICH
ACTION: (T-2:01 PM) Commissioner Rich discussed the annual EPIC Awards hosted by Mental Health America of Southeast Florida and the Florida Institute of Suicide Prevention. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
G. FACILITIES AMENDMENT - COMMISSIONER FURR
ACTION: (T-2:04 PM) Commissioner Furr reported that the Facilities Amendment for the Solid Waste Authority has now passed in half of the cities. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
H. DISTRICT 9 - COMMISSIONER ROGERS
ACTION: (T-2:05 PM) Commissioner Rogers reported continuing to listen and engage with District 9 residents. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
I. THANK YOU - COMMISSIONER ROGERS
ACTION: (T-2:05 PM) Commissioner Rogers thanked the FTC Team and OESBD for their efforts in advancing educational programming and discussed potential modifications. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
J. WORLD CUP - COMMISSIONER ROGERS
ACTION: (T-1:06 PM) Commissioner Rogers discussed activities associated with the World Cup event, highlighting how it will benefit the County and residents. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
K. AFFORDABLE HOUSING - COMMISSIONER ROGERS
ACTION: (T-1:07 PM) Commissioner Rogers discussed fiscal year 2026 funding in connection with affordable housing assistance programs. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
L. TOWN MEETING - COMMISSIONER GELLER
ACTION: (T-2:10 PM) Commissioner Geller shared recently hosting a Davie Town Meeting. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
M. AWARD - COMMISSIONER GELLER
ACTION: (T-5:00 PM) Commissioner Geller reported receiving an award for assisting Colombians in Broward from the Consul General at the Colombian Consulate in Coral Gables. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
N. ALLIANCE LUNCHEON - COMMISSIONER GELLER
ACTION: (T-2:10 PM) Commissioner Geller reported attending the recent Alliance Luncheon. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
O. ENDORSEMENTS - COMMISSIONER GELLER
ACTION: (T-2:11 PM) Commissioner Geller requested a motion to direct the County Attorney to set a public hearing in relation to endorsement cards and fundraising. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
P. BUS RODEO - COMMISSIONER FISHER
ACTION: (T-2:14 PM) Commissioner Fisher congratulated the BCC Mechanic Team for their exceptional performance at the International Bus Rodeo. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
Q. RAIL FUNDING - COMMISSIONER FISHER
ACTION: (T-2:09 PM) Commissioner Fisher reported that $60 million for Rail Transit was included in the State Legislature proposed budget. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
R. THANK YOU - COMMISSIONER FISHER
ACTION: (T-2:15 PM) Commissioner Fisher thanked Deputy County Administrator Kevin Kelleher and Team in relation to the Blunt Road Encampment remediation efforts. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
S. LIBRARY - COMMISSIONER FISHER
ACTION: (T-2:16 PM) Commissioner Fisher reported the reopening of the Lighthouse Point Library. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
T. THANK YOU - COMMISSIONER FISHER
ACTION: (T-2:16 PM) Commissioner Fisher thanked staff for their team effort in connection with Southeast 17th Street Causeway. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
U. CONGRATULATIONS - COMMISSIONER FISHER
ACTION: (T-2:17 PM) Commissioner Fisher congratulated Deputy Daniel Kutlus for being named BSO Officer of the Year and Brian Portier for being named BSO Firefighter of the Year. In addition, Commissioner Fisher congratulated Chief Deputy Supervisor of Elections Mary Hall for achieving 40 years of service. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)