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Banner Image Missing Commissioners Ban Fracking in Broward County DATE: January 26, 2016 MEDIA CONTACT: Kimberly Maroe Public Information Manager, Broward County Commission PHONE: (954) 357-8053 EMAIL: kmaroe@broward.org BROWARD COUNTY, FL - County Commissioners unanimously banned any type of hydraulic and acid fracturing, known as "fracking", to extract oil ...
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Banner Image Missing Proposed Ban on Fracking in Broward County set for Public Hearing on January 26th DATE: January 22, 2016 MEDIA CONTACT: Kimberly Maroe Public Information Manager, Broward County Commission PHONE: (954) 357-8053 EMAIL: kmaroe@broward.org BROWARD COUNTY, FL - Commissioners will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, January 26th to discuss a ...
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https://www.broward.org/Intergovernmental/Pages/BoardsCommittees.aspx

Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Story 0 Boards and Committees Story 1 The Broward County Board of County Commissioners encourages public participation in county government by appointing Broward citizens to serve on boards, committees, commissions, task forces, agencies, and authorities. Broward County Commissioners are also ...
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https://www.broward.org/countyAnnualReport/2021/Pages/default.aspx

Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode EXCERPTS FROM STATE OF THE COUNTY FY2021 Story 1 The County Annual Report is a yearly progress report of accomplishments, services provided, goals achieved and strides made on behalf of the people of Broward County. It's based on the current Mayor's agenda and the Board of County Commissioner's ...
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https://www.broward.org/WaterServices/WaterQuality/Pages/WaterQualityReportLatest.aspx

Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Story 0 Dear Valued Customers, Broward County Water and Wastewater Services (WWS) is pleased to provide you with its 2023 Water Quality Report. In 2023, WWS continued its tradition of providing safe, high quality drinking water to our customers at a reasonable price. Last year, WWS made significant ...
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https://www.broward.org/GoGreen/GreenGovernment/Pages/EnvironmentalProtectionandConservation.aspx

Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Environmental Protection/Conservation Story 1 First in Flyways The Greater Fort Lauderdale Flyway Cities Coalition, a collaboration of the Nat ureSc ape Broward program, the National Wildlife Federation and 60 community partners, works to improve and expand habitat for migratory and resident wildlife ...
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https://www.broward.org/Environment/Pages/Resources.aspx

... Generally, these are activities that could potentially impact the air, waters, soils, or other natural resources of the County. However, be advised that the regulations we enforce ... Clean debris means any solid waste which is virtually inert, which is not a pollution threat to ground water or surface waters, is not a fire hazard, and is likely to retain its ...
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https://www.broward.org/HumanResources/Pages/IAFFLocal3333Agreement2.aspx

Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode IAFFLocal3333Agreement2 Story 1 PREAMBLE A. This Agreement is entered into by and between the Board of County Commissioners, Broward County, hereinafter referred to as the "County" and the Broward County Professional Paramedics and Fire Fighters, Local 3333, International Association of Fire ...
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Banner Image Missing Broward Commission Opposes Fracking in Florida DATE: June 24, 2015 MEDIA CONTACT: Jason Liechty, Environmental Projects Coordinator Environmental Planning and Community Resilience Division, Broward County PHONE: 954-257-7408 EMAIL: jliechty@broward.org BROWARD COUNTY, FL - The Broward County Board of County Commissioners unanimously ...
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https://www.broward.org/NaturalResources/WaterConservation/Pages/KnowTheFlow.aspx

Only Rain Wat er Goes into the Storm Drains Rain Water and Storm Drain Clean water begins in our own yards where the flow of rainwater begins its journey to the coastal waters of the Atlantic Ocean. Harmful substances (leaking oil from your car or fertilizers, herbicides, insecticides and pesticides that you use on your lawn) enter our ponds, lakes, canals ...
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https://www.broward.org/Planning/Pages/Default.aspx

Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Story 0 Urban Planning Services The Urban Planning Division provides planning services to create a resilient built environment for residents and businesses. Story 1 Geographic Information Systems (GIS) The Urban Planning Division GIS Section conducts geographic spatial analysis and mapping services ...
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https://www.broward.org/EnvironmentAndGrowth/ProgramResources/Publications/Pages/Publications.aspx

... Petroleum Hydrocarbons in Port Everglades Surface Waters (PDF - 15 pages) A Survey of the Occurrence and Distribution of Volatile Organic Compounds in Broward County Surface Waters (PDF - 32 pages) A Second Survey of the Occurrence and Distribution of Volatile Organic Compounds in Broward County Surface Waters (PDF - 35 pages) Summary of Bacteriological ...
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https://www.broward.org/countyAnnualReport/2023/Pages/FY2023Awards.aspx

Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Story 0 Quick Links Story 1 Broward County FY2023 Awards Broward County has been recognized in numerous ways for excellence in programs, services and outreach initiatives that promote livability in our community and enhance quality of life for our residents. Awards & Recognition Highlights National ...
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https://www.broward.org/HumanResources/Pages/BlueCollarContract2.aspx

Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Blue Collar Contract 2 Story 1 PREAMBLE This agreement is entered into this ______day of ___..., 1996, by and between the County of Broward, Florida, hereinafter referred to as the "County" and the Federation of Public Employees, a division of the National Federation of Public and Private ...
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https://www.broward.org/NaturalResources/WaterConservation/Pages/GreenInfrastructure.aspx

... Rain that falls on hard and impervious surfaces can't seep into the ground and, instead, runs off into surface waters or onto nearby lands. This rainfall, or stormwater, runoff ... Once captured, the stormwater slowly seeps into the ground, instead of flowing into storm drains and surface waters. Some rain gardens reduce pollution flow into waterways by as ...
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https://www.broward.org/Environment/StorageTanks/Pages/Requirements.aspx

Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Storage Tank Modification Requirements Story 1 Broward County Storage Tank Construction/Closure Modification Requirements A Broward County Storage Tank Facility License is required prior to building, erecting, operating, modifying, closing or replacing in whole or in part any storage tank system that ...
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https://www.broward.org/Awards/Pages/NACo2023Awards.aspx

Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode NACo Awards 2023 Story 1 Broward County has received 17 Achievement Awards from the National Association of Counties (NACo) for innovative County government programs that strengthen services for residents and are effectively communicated and relevant to the community. The award-winning programs are ...
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https://www.broward.org/countyAnnualReport/2018/Pages/FY2018-Awards.aspx

Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Award and Recognition Highlights Story 1 Broward County won 14 NACo Awards for innovation in County government in 2018 and was recognized specifically for initiatives to promote environmental preservation and conservation; services to help customers connect with their County quickly, easily and more ...
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https://www.broward.org/Air/EducationalPrograms/Pages/ReportSmokingVehicles.aspx

Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Main Article Image Smoking Vehicles The smoking vehicle program exists to improve the health and well-being of Broward County citizens and the environment by helping to minimize air pollution. One of the main goals of the program is to educate the general public about the effects of smoking vehicles ...
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https://www.broward.org/Parks/ThingsToDo/Pages/Public-Art-and-Design.aspx

Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Public Art and Design Story 1 Public Art and Design in Broward County Parks The Broward County Public Art and Design program, established in 1976 as Art in Public Places, allocates two percent of the total new construction budget for Broward County governmental facilities for commissioned artists to ...
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https://www.broward.org/countyAnnualReport/2019/Pages/FY2019-Awards.aspx

... There were discussions of veterans' issues, family activities, book giveaways, resume and job search assistance, recording of oral histories, legal and financial services, housing support and information about digital resources and library card sign-ups. Parks and Recreation Category Woofing Waters Dog Park - With an increasingly urbanized population and dog ...
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Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Sea Turtle Lighting Story 1 Artificial Lighting and Nesting Females Florida's coastline has become increasingly developed over the past century, introducing a new threat to sea turtles. Artificial lighting emanates from the condominiums, hotels, businesses, and homes that are built on or adjacent to ...
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https://www.broward.org/NaturalResources/BeachAndMarine/SeaTurtles/Pages/Threats.aspx

Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Threats Story 1 Sea turtle populations have been seriously reduced globally through a number of human influences including artificial lighting, plastic and marine debris, beach erosion and coastal armoring, and as bycatch in commercial fishing. Other influences include illegal sea turtle shell trade, ...
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https://www.broward.org/HumanResources/Pages/LocalPortFireAgreement2.aspx

Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Local Port Fire Agreement Story 1 PREAMBLE This Agreement made and entered into by and between BROWARD COUNTY, hereinafter called the County, and PORT EVERGLADES FIRE FIGHTERS ASSOCIATION, INC., Local 1989, International Association of Fire Fighters, AFL-CIO, CLC, hereinafter called the Union, has as ...
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Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Main Article Image Main Article Link Article Title 1 Article Title 2 Article Title 3 Article Title 4 Article Title 5 Article Title 6 Quick Links Story 1 The County Commission is comprised of nine members elected by district in partisan elections. Each Commissioner must be a resident of the district ...
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https://www.broward.org/History/Pages/Milestones.aspx

Augustine. 1631 --- First known appearance of name "R. Novo" (New River) on a map of Florida. 1763 --- Florida passes to Great Britain under the Treaty of Paris ending the Seven Years War. 1765 --- High waters from heavy rains and high seas break out new inlet at New River. 1783 --- Florida returned to Spain by Treaty of Paris ending American Revolution. ...
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https://www.broward.org/Parks/Pages/SWIMCentral.aspx

Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Story 0 SWIM Central Story 1 954-357- SWIM (7946) SWIMCentral@Broward.org Broward County Commission's Primary Resource and Referral Service for Available Swim Programs in Cooperation With Various Cities and Nonprofit Organizations What It Is SWIM Central is the coordinating agency for water-safety ...
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Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Homeless Continuum of Care Board Story 1 Purpose Serve in an advisory capacity to the Broward County Commission making recommendations to the Board for the establishment and implementation of joint local homeless assistance and the Homeless Initiative Partnership (HIP) programs with municipalities ...
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Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Plans and Programs Story 1 Broward County Land Use Plan The Broward County Planning Council is charged with the responsibility of preparing a countywide land use plan under the Charter of Broward County, Florida. Upon adoption of the Broward County Land Use Plan by the Broward County Commission, it ...
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Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Historic Preservation Board Story 1 Purpose Encourage respect, understanding and preservation of the local history of Broward County. Collect, arrange, record, preserve and maintain in its archives, museums, libraries, historical artifacts, data, and all other objects and material illustrative of and ...
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