Broward County Commission Regular Meeting
Director's Name: Beam Furr
Department: County Commission
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MAYOR AND COMMISSION NON-AGENDA REPORTS
CHILDREN’S WEEK - COMMISSIONER ROGERS
ACTION: (T-11:28 AM) Commissioner Rogers promoted Children’s Week as an opportunity to see the next level of government at work in Tallahassee. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
FASHION SHOW - COMMISSIONER ROGERS
ACTION: (T-11:28 AM) Commissioner Rogers reported participating in the Love for Life Annual Fashion Show fundraising luncheon for the Area Agency on Aging. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
CHILDREN’S GROUP SESSION - COMMISSIONER ROGERS
ACTION: (T-11:29 AM) Commissioner Rogers noted having the privilege of leading a session for a children’s group in the City of Sunrise, which included a raffle for an opportunity to attend Children’s Week in Tallahassee. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
SUNSET STRIP - COMMISSIONER ROGERS
ACTION: (T-11:30 AM) Commissioner Rogers encouraged visiting the Sunset Strip area within the City of Sunrise. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
ARTS PLAZA - COMMISSIONER ROGERS
ACTION: (T-11:31 AM) Commissioner Rogers reported attending the Arts Plaza and thanked Cultural Division Director Phillip Dunlap for ensuring resources are spread throughout the County. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
MICRO-GRANT PROGRAM - COMMISSIONER ROGERS
ACTION: (T-11:33 AM) Commissioner Rogers advised that training for the Micro-Grant Program has commenced. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
ITEM 54 - COMMISSIONER ROGERS
ACTION: (T-11:34 AM) Commissioner Rogers discussed Agenda Item 55. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
In response to Commissioner Rogers, Commissioner Geller also discussed Item 55 and indicated being receptive to potential amendments. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
FAC - COMMISSIONER GELLER
ACTION: (T-11:36 AM) Commissioner Geller discussed serving on the Legislative and Executive Committees of the Florida Association of Counties and the impact of eliminating sales tax. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
PASSOVER IMPORT - COMMISSIONER UDINE
ACTION: (T-11:40 AM) Commissioner Udine discussed the arrival of two containers of Jewish shmurah matzah at Port Everglades for the upcoming Passover holiday and thanked the terminal operators for their assistance. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
FLEET WEEK - COMMISSIONER UDINE
ACTION: (T-11:41 AM) Commissioner Udine announced that Fleet Week is coming to Broward County April 22 ~ April 30. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
ALLIANCE BOARD - COMMISSIONER UDINE
ACTION: (T-11:41 AM) Commissioner Udine advised that in serving on the Alliance Board, he will be traveling to Boston this weekend to attend the Best Practices event, which facilitates business development. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
SISTER CITY EVENT - COMMISSIONER UDINE
ACTION: (T-11:42 AM) Commissioner Udine relayed welcoming the Brazilian Business Chamber at the Sister City event at the Tower Club. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
TECH SUMMIT - COMMISSIONER UDINE
ACTION: (T-11:42 AM) Commissioner Udine discussed attending the Tech Summit Emerge event this past week in Miami, which is one of the largest tech workshops in the country. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
LEVAN CENTER - COMMISSIONER UDINE
ACTION: (T-11:43 AM) Commissioner Udine reported attending the sign unveiling at Nova Southeastern University for the Levan Center with County Administrator Monica Cepero. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
HEALTHCARE PROJECT - VICE-MAYOR BOGEN
ACTION: (T-11:43 AM) Vice-Mayor Bogen provided an update on the progress of the Healthcare Project. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
SISTER CITY - VICE-MAYOR BOGEN
ACTION: (T-11:44 AM) Vice-Mayor Bogen reported meeting a Sydney, Australia representative during a visit to Australia as part of the Sister City initiative. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
AREA AGENCY WORKSHOP - COMMISSIONER RICH
ACTION: (T-11:44 AM) Commissioner Rich reported attending the Area Agency on Aging and the American Association of University Women joint Breaking the Silence Workshop last Saturday, which focused on strategies to alleviate isolation for seniors, including social engagement, caregiver support, physical activity, communication and technology to help address the emotional and social needs of both seniors and their caregivers. In addition, Commissioner Rich urged anyone who needs assistance to call the Senior Help Line: 954-754-9566. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
BROWARD PARTNERSHIP GALA - COMMISSIONER RICH
ACTION: (T-11:46 AM) Commissioner Rich discussed attending the Broward Partnership for the Homeless Gala in the Glades. In addition, Commissioner Rich congratulated BPHI in being selected for the Florida housing finance corporation tax credit financing needed to begin Spire 1650, which is a 92-unit affordable housing project at the North Homeless Assistance Center in Pompano. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
PROCLAMATION - COMMISSIONER RICH
ACTION: (T-11:47 AM) Commissioner Rich relayed having the privilege of delivering a proclamation to Judge Yael Gamm, who was sworn in as the new president of the Jewish Bar Association of Broward County. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
CONGRATULATIONS - COMMISSIONER FISHER
ACTION: (T-11:48 AM) Commissioner Fisher congratulated Assistant County Attorney Reno Pierre in being elected President-Elect Designate of The Florida Bar Young Lawyers Division. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
CONGRATULATIONS - COMMISSIONER FISHER
ACTION: (T-11:49 AM) Commissioner Fisher congratulated Director of Transportation Coree Cuff Lonergan in being recognized by the Conference of Minority Transportation Officials for the Women Who Move the Nation award. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
THANK YOU - COMMISSIONER FISHER
ACTION: (T-11:49 AM) Commissioner Fisher thanked Highway Construction & Engineering Director Richard Tornese and Assistant County Administrator Michael Ruiz for facilitating the Port bypass road tour last week. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
HOLIDAYS - COMMISSIONER FISHER
ACTION: (T-11:50 AM). Commissioner Fisher wished everyone a happy Passover and happy Easter holiday. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
ITEM 54 - COMMISSIONER MCKINZIE
ACTION: (T-11:50 AM) Commissioner McKinzie discussed Item 54 and requested additional information in relation to the 27th Avenue Corridor. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
BOARD RETREAT - MAYOR FURR
ACTION: (T-11:51 AM) Mayor Furr thanked Administration and staff for putting the Retreat together. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
RESILIENT CITIES NETWORK - MAYOR FURR
ACTION: (T-11:52 AM) Mayor Furr reported that Fort Lauderdale hosted the Resilient Cities Network this week, consisting of a network of 100 cities throughout the world, which discussed bonding resilient projects. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
LPA RESOLUTION - MAYOR FURR
ACTION: (T-11:53 AM) Mayor Furr advised that the Fort Lauderdale City Commission will be discussing the local preferred alternative resolution. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
SOLID WASTE AUTHORITY - MAYOR FURR
ACTION: (T-11:53 AM) Mayor Furr noted that Commissioners will be receiving the HDR consultant’s report in relation to landfill recycling and potential proposals. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
HOLIDAYS - MAYOR FURR
ACTION: (T-11:53 AM) Mayor Furr wished everyone a wonderful Easter and Passover. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
CONGRATULATIONS - COMMISSIONER RICH
ACTION: (T-11:57 AM) Commissioner Rich congratulated an officer for being honored by the City of Weston for his service and saving a life. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
HOLIDAYS - COUNTY AUDITOR BOB MELTON
ACTION: (T-11:57 AM) County Auditor Bob Melton wished everyone a happy Easter and happy Passover. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)