https://www.broward.org/Hurricane/Pages/ShelterAlternatives.aspx

Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Story 0 Quick Links Many residents are able to safely shelter at home in the event of a hurricane or other emergency. However, some residents are required to evacuate their homes. This can be especially difficult for residents who are disabled, have special medical needs, or are otherwise vulnerable ...
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https://www.broward.org/History/Pages/Archaeology.aspx

Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Archaeology Story 1 Cultural Resources The Broward County Preservation Program in partnership with the Broward County Preservation Board is responsible for assisting with the preservation of past cultural resources throughout Broward County. This includes over 255 archaeological sites on land and ...
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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/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/NaturalResources/BeachAndMarine/Pages/Sargassum.aspx

Best management practices recommend that the Sargassum be left in place to benefit the natural ecosystem, and it is typically removed by natural processes like tides. The County speaks to many property owners, residents, and visitors at outreach events throughout the year about the importance of the beach ecosystem, including seaweed. In recent years, the ...
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https://www.broward.org/Building/TreeTrimmers/Pages/Default.aspx

Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Tree Trimmers Story 1 CodeFormsAndApplications.jpg Tree Trimming and the Natural Resources Protection Code Article 11 of the Broward County Natural Resource Protection Code outlines regulation of the tree trimming industry. This action was taken as a result of concerns about the quality of tree ...
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https://www.broward.org/Climate/Pages/YouthClimateActionFund.aspx

Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Story 0 Banner-YouthClimateActionFund.jpg Broward County is 1 of 100 selected to participate in Bloomberg Philanthropies' Youth Climate Action Fund. Broward County will distribute microgrants to youth ages 15-24 belonging to groups working to address climate change in Broward County. Applications ...
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https://www.broward.org/Streets/Pages/AndrewsBridgeHistory.aspx

Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Now and Then Story 1 Before the first bridge spanned the New River in Fort Lauderdale, residents and visitors crossed the waterway on a ferry, started in 1893 by Frank Stranahan, City founder. In 1904, the first Andrews Avenue Bridge was built. It was a fixed, one-way bridge that was replaced in 1917 ...
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https://www.broward.org/WasteAndRecycling/UnincorporatedAreas/Pages/AIDES.aspx

Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Neighborhood Aides Wear Many Hats Story 1 Aide.jpg You've seen them many times. They drive around the Broward Municipal Services District (BMSD) in their white truck or van with the familiar Broward County logo on the side. They might be there to monitor the garbage haulers on their pickup routes, ...
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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/History/Pages/Events%20and%20Classes.aspx

... To celebrate National Historic Preservation Month, the City of Fort Lauderdale is holding a photo contest, from May 3-25, 2022. Contestants of all ages are eligible and are encouraged to search for examples of local Mid-Century Modern architecture, residential or commercial , within the City of Fort Lauderdale, and photograph the models found. For additional ...
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https://www.broward.org/NaturalResources/BeachAndMarine/SeaTurtles/Pages/SeaTurtleLighting.aspx

... Photos: A turtle-friendly shielded, amber light and an unshielded, white light that is not turtle-friendly. Credit: Broward County staff. If you or someone you know resides on a beachfront property, there are several measures you can take to lessen the impact of artificial lighting on sea turtles: Turn off unnecessar y lights that are visible from nesting ...
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https://www.broward.org/HumanResources/Pages/AmalTransitLocal12672.aspx

the same shall not be construed so as to limit in any way the right of the Employer to manage and operate its property. ... of the Employer's funds or property shall not come within the scope of the foregoing provisions of this Section. ... or the misappropriation of the Employer's funds or property, neither such charges nor discipline meted out in ...
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https://www.broward.org/resilience/localconditions/Pages/KingTides.aspx

Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode King Tides Story 1 Banner-HighTides.png High Tide Alert! Higher tides are expected to occur more often June through December and may contribute to coastal flooding. Residents are encouraged to monitor conditions for local flooding and time trips accordingly. The highest tides are expected on: 2024 ...
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https://www.broward.org/HumanResources/Pages/ATU1267Agreement2.aspx

the same shall not be construed so as to limit in any way the right of the Employer to manage and operate its property. ... of the Employer's funds or property shall not come within the scope of the foregoing provisions of this Section. ... or the misappropriation of the Employer's funds or property, neither such charges nor discipline meted out in ...
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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://webapps6.broward.org/...ssageId=11406

DATE: November 27, 2018 CONTACT: Lahoma Scarlette, Community Affairs Director Broward County Commissioner Dale V.C. Holness, District 9 PHONE: (954) 357-5797 EMAIL: lscarlette@broward.org Caption: Broward Vice Mayor Dale V.C. Holness is sworn in to office by Broward County Property Appraiser Marty Kiar. Attachment Download Vice-Mayor Holness Sweaing In ...
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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/Local2019Contracts2.aspx

... shall be held personally liable in tort for any injuries or damages suffered as a result of any act, event or omission of action in the scope of his employment or function, unless such officer, employee or agent acted in bad faith or with malicious purpose or in a manner exhibiting wanton and willful disregard of human rights, safety or property. ...
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https://www.broward.org/ElderlyAndVeterans/Pages/Default.aspx

Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Story 0 Elderly Services The Elderly and Veterans Services Division, utilizing a holistic service delivery approach, empowers elders, veterans of all ages and their families/caregivers to improve their quality of life through supports that promote self-sufficiency and aging in place. Division ...
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https://www.broward.org/NaturalResources/BeachAndMarine/SeaTurtles/Pages/SeaTurtlesOnTheBeach.aspx

Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Sea Turtles On The Beach Story 1 Nesti ng Sea turtle nesting season in Broward County lasts from March 1 - October 31 each year. The leatherbacks are typically the first nesters to arrive in March, followed by the loggerheads in April, and then the green turtles in June. Sea turtles can be quite ...
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https://webapps6.broward.org/...essageId=7359

Banner Image Missing Broward Addiction Recovery Center Honored with Lifetime Achievement Award DATE: October 2, 2015 MEDIA CONTACT: Paul Faulk, Director Broward Addiction Recovery Center PHONE: 954-357-4880 EMAIL: pfaulk@broward.org BROWARD COUNTY, FL - Broward Addiction Recovery Center (BARC) received a Lifetime Achievement Award from the National Recovery ...
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https://webapps6.broward.org/...ssageId=14600

Banner Image Missing 2024 Women's History Month - Fourteen women are being honored - BROWARD COUNTY, FL - March is National Women's History Month and the Broward County Commission on the Status of Women will celebrate by honoring 14 women who exemplify this year's theme of "Women Who Advocate for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion." The honorees will be ...
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https://webapps6.broward.org/...ssageId=10114

The outgoing Mayor noted that in the past year, Commissioners dropped the property tax rate, opened new County buildings to better serve the public and completed a number of ... Unemployment was also lower than the year before, and at 4.6 percent is the lowest in the tri-county area. At the end of this fiscal year, the Broward Commission cut the property ...
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https://webapps6.broward.org/...essageId=5566

Banner Image Missing Broward-based Centenarians and 100-Year-Old Businesses are Sought -- Broward 100 - Celebrating the Art of Community intends to honor individuals and businesses that have made it to 100 -- DATE: September 30, 2014 MEDIA CONTACT: Jody Horne-Leshinsky PHONE: 954-357-7463 EMAIL: jleshinsky@broward.org BROWARD COUNTY, FL -- In what is ...
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https://www.broward.org/Animal/Resources/Pages/NuisanceWildlife.aspx

... Lock all pet doors at night to keep raccoons out of the kitchen or garage. Spray fox scent to deter raccoons away from your property. Common Misconceptions About Nuisance Wildlife ... This behavior generally occurs because the animals are having their young, and they become much more active during the day and the night as they search for food. After the babies ...
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https://webapps6.broward.org/...essageId=6971

Banner Image Missing Celebrating Broward's Centennial at the Annual Water Matters Day DATE: March 27, 2015 MEDIA CONTACT: Rudy Rudolph Environmental Planning and Community Resilience Division PHONE: 954-519-0328 EMAIL: rrudolph@broward.org BROWARD COUNTY, FL - A record number of exhibitors participated at the "13th Annual Water Matters Day - Celebrating Our ...
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https://webapps6.broward.org/...essageId=5554

Banner Image Missing Call to Photographers: Deadline is Looming - Broward 100 -- Celebrating the Art of Community seeks photographers for Inside Out - DATE: September 16, 2014 MEDIA CONTACT: Jody Horne-Leshinsky PHONE: 954-357-7463 EMAIL: jleshinsky@broward.org BROWARD, FL - Professional photographers are sought for Broward Cultural Division's initiative, ...
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https://webapps6.broward.org/...essageId=5784

Banner Image Missing Broward Commissioners Celebrate Opening of Cruise Terminal Four at Port Everglades DATE: January 8, 2015 CONTACT: Kimberly Maroe, Public Information Manager Broward County Commission PHONE: 954-357-8053 EMAIL: kmaroe@broward.org BROWARD COUNTY, FL - Broward County Commissioners proudly celebrated the official opening of Cruise Terminal 4 ...
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https://webapps6.broward.org/...essageId=5502

Banner Image Missing County Completes Survey of Historic Resources DATE: September 12, 2014 MEDIA CONTACT: Catherine McElrath Libraries Division PHONE: 954-357-7402 EMAIL: cmcelrath@broward.org BROWARD COUNTY, FL - Broward County Libraries and the Planning and Redevelopment Division recently collaborated in a historic preservation project to complete a ...
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