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File #: 25-1139   
Status: Agenda Ready
In control: County Commission
Agenda Date: 9/16/2025 Final action:
Title: MOTION TO APPROVE international travel on behalf of the Broward County Board of County Commissioners to South Africa from November 29, 2025, to December 6, 2025, to participate in SelectFlorida's Export Sales Mission for the purpose of promoting business, cultural and trade opportunities for Broward businesses. Commissioner Davis serves as the Board's representative to the Florida International Trade and Cultural Expo (FITCE), the County's annual conference showcasing Greater Fort Lauderdale/Broward County as a hub for global business and is working closely with staff, the local and international community to ensure a successful 10th Anniversary event. SelectFlorida's representative in South Africa is a regular FITCE attendee, and Commissioner Davis's participation in the Mission will further strengthen engagement and enhance SelectFlorida's partnership with FITCE. By taking part in this mission Commissioner Davis aims to ensure that Broward County is represented on the global stag...
Indexes: Established Commission Goals
Attachments: 1. Exhibit 1 - South Africa Mission Justification, 2. Exhibit 2 - Brochure, 3. Exhibit 3 - Additional Material from Item No. 38 on the September 4, 2025, Agenda
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Broward County Commission Regular Meeting
Director's Name: Alexandra P. Davis
Department: County Commission

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Requested Action
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MOTION TO APPROVE international travel on behalf of the Broward County Board of County Commissioners to South Africa from November 29, 2025, to December 6, 2025, to participate in SelectFlorida's Export Sales Mission for the purpose of promoting business, cultural and trade opportunities for Broward businesses.

Commissioner Davis serves as the Board's representative to the Florida International Trade and Cultural Expo (FITCE), the County's annual conference showcasing Greater Fort Lauderdale/Broward County as a hub for global business and is working closely with staff, the local and international community to ensure a successful 10th Anniversary event.

SelectFlorida's representative in South Africa is a regular FITCE attendee, and Commissioner Davis's participation in the Mission will further strengthen engagement and enhance SelectFlorida's partnership with FITCE.

By taking part in this mission Commissioner Davis aims to ensure that Broward County is represented on the global stage with authenticity, inclusivity and vision, while delivering meaningful economic benefits back to our communities. (Commissioner Davis) (Deferred from September 4, 2025 - Item No. 38)

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Why Action is Necessary
Prior Board approval is required for the referenced travel.

What Action Accomplishes
Approves travel to participate in SelectFlorida's Export Sales Mission in South Africa.

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Previous Action Taken


Summary Explanation/Background
This item supports the Board's Value of "Ensuring economic opportunities and a sustainable economy with an emphasis on Broward's lower and middle class."

Commissioner Alexandra P. Davis seeks approval to travel from November 29, 2025, to December 6, 2025, on behalf of the Board to participate in a trade mission and busine...

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