https://www.broward.org/CodeAppeals/Pages/HistorySouthFloridaBuildingCode.aspx

Starting in the 1950s when several devastating hurricanes had made it obvious that strong Building Code provisions were needed in South Florida, a panel of experts, including architects, engineers, builders and industry representatives began a search for a code relevant to South Florida needs. It immediately became apparent that none of the existing codes of ...
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https://www.broward.org/Awards/Pages/default.aspx

Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Broward County Awards Story 1 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 Association of Counties ...
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https://www.broward.org/HumanResources/Pages/LocalPortFireAgreement2.aspx

... of act in the course of employment unless the employee acted in bad faith, with malice or with wanton willful disregard of human rights, safety or property. ... A copy of the above records shall be made available to the Union upon request. ARTICLE 29 PERSONALPROPERTY DAMAGE Section A. Personal Property Damage Employees whose personal property is damaged under ...
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https://www.broward.org/HumanResources/Pages/SupervisoryFederationContracts2.aspx

... Section A Employees whose personal property is damaged under certain conditions while working are to be reimbursed for the cost of repairing the damages or for replacement if repairs cannot be made. Section B The County will reimburse the employee if: The damage occurred while in the performance of County business on County property or elsewhere if under the ...
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https://www.broward.org/HumanResources/Pages/BlueCollarContract2.aspx

... Section 10. In areas where employee parking is available on County owned or leased property, parking for unit employees ... advertising or political matter,notices, or any kind of literature upon County property other than as herein provided. ... and except in cases involving moderate or major property damage, personal injury or gross misconduct by the ...
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https://www.broward.org/EconDev/SmallBusiness/Pages/AdvisoryBoard.aspx

Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Advisory Board Story 1 Purpose: The Broward County Board of County Commissioners established the Small Business Development Advisory Board in August 2001. The purpose of the Small Business Development Advisory Board is as follows: Identify and evaluate issues distinctive to Broward County Businesses. ...
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Banner Image Missing Broward County Leads the Nation Again - Public information and community outreach programs lead counties in the National Awards of Excellence competition - DATE: June 2, 2015 MEDIA CONTACT: Ric Barrick, Assistant Director Office of Public Communications PHONE: 954-357-8541 EMAIL: rbarrick@broward.org BROWARD COUNTY, FL - Broward County ...
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Banner Image Missing Commissioner Kristin Jacobs Meets President Obama at White House - Major Federal Climate Change Initiatives Unveiled - DATE: July 21, 2014 MEDIA CONTACT: Kristin Jacobs, Broward County Commissioner PHONE: 954-357-7002 EMAIL: kjacobs@broward.org WASHINGTON, DC - Broward County Commissioner Kristin Jacobs met with President Obama, several ...
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Banner Image Missing NatureScape Broward Accepting Applications for Habitat Steward Training BROWARD COUNTY, FL - NatureScape Broward will be hosting Habitat Steward Training January 13-17, 2020 for 20 County residents interested in improving the environment. Training includes local field trips, hands-on activities and presentations from expert speakers on ...
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Banner Image Missing NatureScape Broward Accepting Applications for Habitat Steward Training BROWARD COUNTY, FL - NatureScape Broward will be hosting a Habitat Steward Training, January 13-17, 2020, for 20 County residents interested in improving the environment. The training includes local field trips, hands-on activities, and presentations from expert ...
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https://www.broward.org/Building/Contractors/Pages/HB735.aspx

Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Story 0 LOCAL CONTRACTOR LICENSING PREEMPTION Broward County requires contractors in certain construction trades to have a "Certificate of Competency" which is a construction trade license. Depending upon the trade, the Certificate of Competency license allows the holder to perform contract work and ...
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https://webapps6.broward.org/...essageId=5334

Banner Image Missing South Florida Officials Welcome National Climate Assessment DATE: May 23, 2014 MEDIA CONTACT: Jason Liechty, Broward County Natural Resources Planning and Management Division PHONE: 954-519-0310 EMAIL: jliechty@broward.org BROWARD COUNTY, Fla. - County and city officials from Southeast Florida welcomed the release of the Third National ...
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Banner Image Missing Commissioner Steve Geller Appointed to Florida Assn of Counties Committees - Chair, Community & Urban Affairs / Policy Leader, Finance, Tax & Admin - BROWARD COUNTY, FL - The Florida Association of Counties (FAC) has appointed Broward Commissioner Steve Geller to serve as Chair of the FAC Community & Urban Affairs Committee and Policy ...
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Banner Image Missing Broward Joins Resilient Cities Network as 101st Member -R-Cities recognizes Broward for resilience accomplishments- Dubai, United Arab Emirates - Broward County, Florida has joined the Resilient Cities Network, a city-led urban resilience network made up of over 100 cities globally. The announcement was made at COP28 in Dubai today, as ...
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https://webapps6.broward.org/...ssageId=14529

In his 2023 State of the County Address, outgoing Mayor Lamar P. Fisher said "Broward County is stronger than ever" and highlighted the achievements of the County over the past year. Commissioners passed a balanced $8.7 billion approved budget for fiscal year 2024 without an increase in property taxes. The Broward County Charter Requires that Commissioners ...
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https://webapps6.broward.org/....aspx?ID=4203

... ADUs have become a focus of counties and municipalities in the search for solutions to the national affordable housing crisis. As the need for affordable housing has risen ... A Broward County Model ADU Ordinance should also provide incentives to low-to moderate-income homeowners and senior homeowners on fixed-income to construct ADUs on their property. ...
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https://webapps6.broward.org/...ssageId=12631

... Utilizing the new application in conjunction with a new property inspection program implemented in 2020, the Risk Management Division saved Broward County thousands of dollars by reducing property insurance premiums in 2021. Safety Twenty20 - Risk Management developed a training and awareness program to help minimize the number of slips, trips and falls in ...
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https://webapps6.broward.org/...essageId=5337

... About Environmental Protection and Growth Management Department The mission of the Environmental Protection and Growth Management Department is to safeguard lives, natural resources and property of residents and visitors to the County. This is done by providing for natural resource planning; managing, protecting and planning for appropriate land use patterns ...
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Banner Image Missing White House Selects Broward Teacher as Champion of Change DATE: February 17, 2015 MEDIA CONTACT: Diana Guidry Environmental Planning and Community Resilience Division PHONE: 954-519-0317 EMAIL: dguidry@broward.org BROWARD COUNTY, FL - Linda Gancitano, physical education teacher at Driftwood Middle School (DMS) Academy of Health and ...
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Banner Image Missing Broward County Prepares to Power Down for Earth Hour - International "Lights-Off" Campaign Set for March 28 - DATE: March 23, 2015 MEDIA CONTACT: Carrie Kashar, Natural Resources Specialist, Environmental Planning and Community Resilience Division, Broward County PHONE: 954-519-1265 EMAIL: ckashar@broward.org BROWARD COUNTY, FL - In an ...
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Banner Image Missing Broward County, Regional Climate Compact Win Technical Assistance from US Department of Energy DATE: September 28, 2015 MEDIA CONTACT: Jason Liechty, Environmental Projects Coordinator Environmental Planning and Community Resilience Division PHONE: 954-519-0310 EMAIL: jliechty@broward.org BROWARD COUNTY, FL. - The US Department of Energy ...
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Banner Image Missing Register for the Seventh Annual Southeast Florida Regional Climate Change Summit December 1-3, 2015 DATE: September 15, 2015 MEDIA CONTACT: Jason Liechty, Environmental Projects Coordinator Environmental Planning and Community Resilience Division, Broward County PHONE: 954-519-0310 EMAIL: jliechty@broward.org BROWARD COUNTY, FL - Broward ...
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Banner Image Missing Broward County Commission Endorses National Power Plant Emission Limits DATE: June 25, 2014 MEDIA CONTACT: Jason Liechty, Environmental Projects Coordinator, Environmental Planning and Community Resilience Division, Broward County PHONE: 954-519-0310 EMAIL: jliechty@broward.org BROWARD COUNTY, Fla. - The Broward County Commission ...
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Banner Image Missing Last Chance to Register for 7th Annual Southeast Florida Regional Climate Change Leadership Summit - Registration closes November 13 - DATE: November 10, 2015 MEDIA CONTACT: Jason Liechty Environmental Planning and Community Resilience PHONE: 954-519-0310 EMAIL: jliechty@broward.org Broward County, FL - Registration for the 7th Annual ...
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Banner Image Missing Broward Applauds Proposed Federal Flood Standard Requirements DATE: February 10, 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 - Broward officials welcome the Obama ...
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https://webapps6.broward.org/...ssageId=14606

Banner Image Missing Noted Eco-Artist Brings Climate Change Project to Broward - Community-led campaign raises awareness of climate crisis - BROWARD COUNTY, FL - The Resilient Environment Department and Cultural Division are collaborating with the Xavier Cortada Foundation to bring The Underwater campaign to Broward County. Underwater: Broward is a ...
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Banner Image Missing Plan Your Next Event and Make It Carbon Neutral DATE: January 28, 2016 MEDIA CONTACT: Samantha Danchuk, Environmental Planning and Community Resilience Division, Broward County PHONE: 954-519-1295 EMAIL: sdanchuk@broward.org BROWARD COUNTY, FL - With the rise in awareness of the influences of carbon emissions to our environment, the Plan ...
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Banner Image Missing Art for the Earth: Artists on Climate Change free event Oct. 17 - Multidisciplinary art event at The Frank is one of 60 in the U.S. - Art takes action against climate change! On Thursday, October 17 from 6 - 8 pm, visual artists, poets and performing artists will unite to address climate change during "Art for the Earth," a free ...
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https://webapps6.broward.org/...essageId=8851

... Broward County Transit was also able to free up some of its personnel to handle other responsibilities. Property Insurance Premium Savings Program (Risk Management Division) Broward County wanted to save money on property insurance ... Occupancy, Protection and Exposure (COPE) elements through better collection and property improvements in high-impact areas. ...
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Banner Image Missing Grant Awarded to Continue Resilient Redesign Planning in City of Dania Beach Date: December 12, 2014 Media Contact: Dr. Samantha Danchuk, P.E., Environmental Planning & Community Resilience Division Phone: 954-519-1295 Email: sdanchuk@broward.org BROWARD COUNTY, FL - The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has selected ...
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