Broward County Commission Regular Meeting
Director's Name: Hazelle P. Rogers
Department: County Commission
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Requested Action
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HOUSING DEFICIENCIES - COMMISSIONER ROGERS
ACTION: (T-11:32 AM) Commissioner Rogers discussed housing deficiencies and encouraged making it an agenda priority with state and/or federal legislators.
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In response to Commissioner Rogers, Mayor Fisher confirmed the issue as being a priority at the legislative delegation meeting, with further to discussion to follow at the upcoming Board Retreat. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
In response to Commissioner Rogers, Vice-Mayor Rich assured that affordable housing has been a top priority for this County, beginning in 2016 and culminating in 2018, with the Affordable Housing Trust Fund. In addition, Vice-Mayor Rich highlighted other actions which have been accomplished, such as changes to the land use plan and utilization of general funds allocated for the trust fund. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
In response to Vice-Mayor Rich, Commissioner Bogen relayed that he supports affordable housing and will continue to support it. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
In response to Commissioner Rogers, Commissioner McKinzie suggested going back to districts in order to find opportunities, including vacant properties that may already be owned. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)