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The proposal would not decriminalize or legalize marijuana possession in Broward County, but it would allow people who are carrying a small amount to pay a fine rather than face criminal charges and a criminal record. "The affect that it has on people's lives when they're caught with some small amount is really horrendous and it's disproportionate to ...
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Efforts are also currently underway to craft a broader more comprehensive ordinance to specifically govern transportation network companies. Commissioners are set to consider that ordinance in March. In addition, the Commissioners will establish a separate fee that TNCs will pay for dropping off and picking up customers at the Fort Lauderdale Hollywood ...
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Banner Image Missing Hurricane Dorian Update #6 BROWARD COUNTY, FL - Broward County has declared a local state of emergency for Broward County effective today August 30th, in response to the approach of Hurricane Dorian. A local state of emergency allows Broward County officials to suspend normal government operations and order protective actions that may be ...
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Banner Image Missing Commissioners Recognize National Apprenticeship Week with Proclamation - November 11-17, 2019 - BROWARD COUNTY, FL - Today, Tuesday, November 5, 2019, the Broward County Board of County Commissioners presented a Proclamation recognizing November 11 - 17, 2019 as National Apprenticeship Week (NAW) and will honor Construction ...
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Broward Commissioner Michael Udine will present this year's recipients with the Tom Gallagher Awards on Tuesday, April 16 at 10AM at the Governmental Center, 115 S. Andrews Avenue, Room 422, in Fort Lauderdale. The Tom Gallagher Awards pay tribute to emergency dispatchers. Mr. Gallagher dedicated his career to public safety as an emergency dispatcher and ...
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Banner Image Missing County Approves 5-Year Agreements to Save Water, Save Money, Save the Environment DATE: January 3, 2017 MEDIA CONTACT: Samantha Baker Natural Resources Specialist PHONE: 954-519-1222 EMAIL: STBAKER@broward.org BROWARD COUNTY, FL - In December, Commissioners approved 15 new 5-year agreements for partners in the Broward Water Partnership ...
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The County as a whole expects to benefit by having more self-sufficient and employable residents with enhanced skills and market ready employment opportunities. Service areas that would be involved in the effort include bus shelter maintenance, sidewalk pressure cleaning, improving County owned property including entranceways, and graffiti removal, among ...
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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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This simply gives people another chance at life," said Vice Mayor Marty Kiar, who brought the ordinance forward. "There's a fiscal component too, because after an arrest people go to jail, often lose their jobs and their ability to provide for their families and in the end, taxpayers pay for that." "We're not taking away the option for an officer to make an ...
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Banner Image Missing Get into the Zone - Healthy Community Zone Kicks-Off November 7th at Delevoe Park - DATE: October 26, 2015 MEDIA CONTACT: Teresa Anderson Broward County Human Services PHONE: 954-357-6385 EMAIL: teanderson@broward.org BROWARD COUNTY, FL - Broward Municipal Services District along with partners from Broward Regional Health Planning ...
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Banner Image Missing Broward Commissioners Approve Funds for Dog Park in Fort Lauderdale DATE: June 9, 2016 MEDIA CONTACT: Kimberly Maroe Public Information Manager, Broward County Commission PHONE: (954) 357-8053 EMAIL: kmaroe@broward.org BROWARD COUNTY, FL- Our favorite four legged friends may soon have their own space to roam free at Holiday Park in Fort ...
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... About Emergency Management Division The Broward County Emergency Management Division develops and implements comprehensive emergency planning, response, mitigation and recovery activities in order to save lives and protect property in emergencies.Technical assistance is available to develop and maintain emergency plans for all types of hazards. Free training ...
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Banner Image Missing Broward County Transit Partners with Broward Metropolitan Planning Organization to Present 2nd Annual Safe Streets Summit on January 22 DATE: January 16, 2015 CONTACT: Mary Shaffer, Broward County Transit PHONE: 954-357-8366 EMAIL: mshaffer@broward.org BROWARD COUNTY, FL - On Thursday, January 22nd, hundreds of elected officials and ...
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Program eligibility requirements, application and other resources can be found online, by visiting Broward.org/EconDev and clicking SMALL BUSINESS CERTIFICATION under "Small Business." The Broward County Board of County Commissioners developed the CBE program to increase participation of small businesses in County projects as both prime contractors and ...
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Banner Image Missing COVID-19 Test Site Expansions BROWARD COUNTY, FL - Broward County, in partnership with the Florida Department of Health in Broward (DOH-Broward), Broward Sheriff's Office, municipalities, municipal law enforcement and EMS/Fire Rescue announces the following expansion of local COVID-19 testing activities. Markham Park: Effective Thursday, ...
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Banner Image Missing Hurricane Dorial Update #4 Latest Updates from Broward County 11AM News Conference HURRICANE DORIAN ADVISORY #4 BROWARD COUNTY, FL - Broward County Emergency Operations Center (EOC) activated at 9AM this morning, Friday, August 30, in response to Hurricane Dorian. All of Florida is under a state of emergency declared by Governor Ron ...
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Banner Image Missing Support AIDS Awareness Month - Wear red on Tuesday, December 3rd - BROWARD COUNTY, FL - December is AIDS Awareness Month and in support, the Ryan White Part A Program encourages everyone to wear red on Tuesday, December 3rd, to further community awareness. Ryan White service providers will be honored that morning in the presentation of a ...
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Banner Image Missing Wells Appointed Acting Director of Human Services BROWARD COUNTY, FL - Mandy Wells has been appointed Acting Director of Broward County's Human Services Department, the County agency responsible for programs that support the local social safety network. County Administrator Bertha Henry announced the appointment, which was unanimously ...
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Banner Image Missing County to Launch CARES Grant Program - Funds to help small businesses and non-profits impacted by COVID-19 - BROWARD COUNTY, FL - The County Commission is establishing a grant program using CARES Act funds for small businesses and non-profits in Broward County to help mitigate the impacts of COVID-19. The Broward County CARES Act Small ...
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Options for demonstrating COVID-19 financial hardship include one or more of the following: Notification of COVID-19 related job loss, furlough or reduction in hours or pay, ... While online applications are encouraged, four in-person application intake centers have been established. The centers are staffed with specialists who can assist applicants in ...
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Banner Image Missing April is National County Government Month - This year's theme is Counties THRIVE - BROWARD COUNTY, FL - Broward County is among hundreds of communities throughout the United States observing National County Government Month in April. This initiative is sponsored by the National Association of Counties (NACo) to encourage and actively ...
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Banner Image Missing County Considering Item to Boycott Companies Doing Business in Russia BROWARD COUNTY, FL - The 17th largest county in the United States, Broward County, Florida, will be considering a resolution at its next meeting on April 5, 2022, to boycott companies, such as Nestle, and other businesses that are doing business in Russia. Broward ...
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Banner Image Missing 5K on the Runway is On and Will Benefit the Relay For Life event in Fort Lauderdale DATE: February 23, 2015 MEDIA CONTACT: Greg Meyer, Public Information Officer Broward County Aviation Department PHONE: 954-359-6116 EMAIL: gmeyer@broward.org BROWARD COUNTY, FL - On Saturday, February 28th, 2015, the South Runway at the Fort Lauderdale ...
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Banner Image Missing Broward County Seeks Volunteers for 2015 Homeless Count DATE: December 15, 2014 MEDIA CONTACT: Michael R. Wright, Administrator Broward County Homeless Initiative Partnership PHONE: 954-357-6167 EMAIL: mwright@broward.org BROWARD COUNTY, FL - The Broward County Homeless Initiative Partnership, in collaboration with the Broward Regional ...
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Banner Image Missing County Celebrates 42nd Annual Pioneer Day December 6 - Ceremony and event to honor 32 men and women and their contributions to their communities - DATE: November 17, 2014 MEDIA CONTACT: Maria Munoz Libraries Division PHONE: 954-357-5553 EMAIL: mamunoz@Broward.org BROWARD COUNTY, FL - Broward County is honoring Broward County pioneers at ...
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Banner Image Missing Broward County Names Cultural Acting Director BROWARD COUNTY, FL - Public Art & Design Administrator Leslie Fordham has been named the Acting Director of Broward County Cultural Division. A dedicated and passionate advocate for the arts, Fordham has worked in public art since 2000 and joined the County as Public Art & Design ...
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Banner Image Missing Petco Foundation Presents Animal Care with Special Grant Check BROWARD COUNTY, FL - Broward County Animal Care and Adoption has been honored with a special "check" from the Petco Foundation for a $250,000 Life Saving Impact Award grant to support Animal Care's pet retention and shelter programs. The check was presented by Karen Meader, ...
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Banner Image Missing Broward Receives Over $5 Million Grant from FEMA to Power Homeless Shelters BROWARD, FL - The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has awarded Broward County under a Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) over $ 6.8 million to "hurricane harden" the North Homeless Assistance Center (located in Pompano Beach) and the Central ...
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Banner Image Missing Broward County Commission Elects Dale V.C. Holness as Mayor Broward County, FL - The Broward County Commission unanimously voted for Vice Mayor Dale V.C. Holness (District 9) to serve as Mayor today at its reorganization meeting. Holness has served for the past year as Vice Mayor. The Broward County Charter stipulates that Commissioners, ...
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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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