Broward County Commission Regular Meeting
Director's Name: Monica Cepero
Department: County Administration Division: Intergovernmental Affairs/Board Section
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Requested Action
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A. MOTION TO APPOINT Juan Saavedra to the Racial Equity Task Force in the category of "one member representing the Greater Fort Lauderdale Alliance."
ACTION: (T-10:50 AM) Approved.
VOTE: 9-0. Mayor Rich voted in the affirmative telephonically.
B. MOTION TO APPROVE waiver of conflict under Section 112.313(7)(a), Florida Statutes, for Juan Saavedra who holds employment or a contractual relationship with an entity that receives funds from Broward County.
ACTION: (T-10:50 AM) Approved.
VOTE: 9-0. Mayor Rich voted in the affirmative telephonically.
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Why Action is Necessary
A. The Board must approve appointments and reappointments to advisory boards.
B. A waiver of conflict arising under Section 112.313(7)(a), Florida Statutes, requires two-thirds approval by the Board in accordance with Section 112.313(12), Florida Statutes.
What Action Accomplishes
A. Appoints Juan Saavedra to the Racial Equity Task Force.
B. Waives the existence of any conflict arising under Section 112.313 (7)(a), as authorized under applicable law.
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Previous Action Taken
None.
Summary Explanation/Background
Juan Saavedra was nominated for appointment to the Racial Equity Task Force in the category of "one member representing the Greater Fort Lauderdale Alliance."
Approval of this item would give rise to certain employment conflicts under Section 112.313(7)(a), Florida Statutes, which provides that "no public officer...shall have or hold any employment or contractual relationship with any business entity...which is...doing business with an agency of which he or she is an officer or employee." In accordance with Section 112.313(12), Florida Statutes, Board approval is required to waive any conflict arising under ...
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