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/resilience/localconditions/Pages/WaterResourceAssessment.aspx

Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Water Resource Assessment Story 1 Floridan Aquifer Feasibility Study The use of the Floridan Aquifer as an alternative water supply with increasing population and possible loss of traditional sources (to saltwater intrusion) requires additional studies for optimal and sustainable use. Phase 1 The ...
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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/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/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/EconDev/Pages/BusinessAssistance.aspx

Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Business Assistance Story 1 The Broward County Office of Economic and Small Business Development (OESBD) supports Broward County businesses and their success by providing a comprehensive roster of client-focused services. Technical assistance is available to local businesses in a range of topics from ...
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https://www.broward.org/Environment/ContaminatedSites/Pages/EnvironmentalAssessmentResources.aspx

Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Story 0 The Environmental Permitting Division has compiled these resources to assist with the research for environmental assessments in Broward County, Florida. These resources are not intended to be a complete list of all required research, and the Division cannot vouch for the accuracy of any ...
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https://www.broward.org/Parks/Pages/HistoryMajorAwards.aspx

... and Crafts Program, from Florida Recycling Partnership 2019 Director Dan West elected to American Academy for Park and Recreation Administration 2019 Achievement Award - Woofing Waters Dog Park, Quiet Waters Park - National Association of Counties (NACo) 2019 Alan and Marsha Levy Champion of Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Award - Senior Park Manager ...
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https://www.broward.org/resilience/Planning/Pages/seawalls.aspx

... Berm means an earthen mound designed with impermeability to resist the flow of tidal waters through it to an adjacent ... stem walls, or other infrastructure that impedes tidal waters from flowing onto adjacent property or public ... A tidal flood barrier is presumed to be in disrepair if it allows tidal waters to flow unimpeded through or over the ...
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https://www.broward.org/Climate/Pages/USACE.aspx

... Berm means an earthen mound designed with impermeability to resist the flow of tidal waters through it to an adjacent ... stem walls, or other infrastructure that impedes tidal waters from flowing onto adjacent property or public ... A tidal flood barrier is presumed to be in disrepair if it allows tidal waters to flow unimpeded through or over the ...
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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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Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Setting For Countywide Planning Story 1 Broward County is among the largest of Florida's counties, its total area being 1,230 square miles. In spite of its large size, the concentration of population in the 431 square miles east of the County's Conservation Area makes Broward County among the most ...
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... 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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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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https://www.broward.org/Environment/ContaminatedSites/Pages/AssessmentRemediation.aspx

Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Contaminated Sites Environmental PermittingContaminated SitesInventory Report About Contact Agency Agency Pic Agency Address: Email: Tel: Fax: Hours: SITE MENU Environmental Permitting Environmental Programs Brownfields Contaminated Sites Haz Mat Storage Tanks Tree Preservation Waste Regulation Water ...
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Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEM Story 1 Broward County GIS conducts geographic spatial analysis and mapping services while providing enterprise-wide governance for GIS, including establishing and maintaining standards and infrastructure for GIS within Broward County government. The GIS group is ...
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https://www.broward.org/NaturalResources/BeachAndMarine/Pages/Sargassum.aspx

In oceanic currents, drifting sargassum seaweed forms large floating mats that provide food, shelter, and habitat for fisheries, threatened and endangered species such as sea turtles, and many other organisms that reside in our waters year-round . These mats are considered an important natural resource. In Broward County, usually between the months of March ...
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Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Do's & Don'ts Story 1 Below is a list of materials frequently used by hazardous material facilities. Learn some DOs and some DON'Ts. This information is offered only as guidance. For more information contact us at 954-519-1260. Environmental Complaints & Emergency Response 24-hr Hotline: 954-519-1499 ...
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https://www.broward.org/resilience/localconditions/Pages/WaterClimateResilienceModeling.aspx

Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Water & Climate Resilience Modeling Story 1 Future Conditions Map Series Broward County is taking a forward-looking approach to planning for future conditions predicted as a result of climate change, specifically the impacts of sea level rise with an emphasis on planning and design requirements for ...
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https://www.broward.org/Environment/FloodZoneMaps/Pages/AboutVerticalDatum.aspx

Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Vertical Datum Story 1 In an effort to reduce the effects of flooding, Congress created the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) in 1968. The Federal Emergency Management Agency has updated the Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) for Broward County. One of the main goals of this effort is to more ...
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Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Carousel Image 1 Consumer Alert Carousel Caption 1 More Information on the PACE Program Carousel Image 2 Carousel Caption 2 BMSD Semi-Annual Report in PDF Carousel Image 3 Carousel Caption 3 Important BMSD Numbers Previous Next BMSD Small Businesses Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) Card Button 1 Learn More ...
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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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Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Targeted Industries Story 1 The Broward County Board of County Commissioners has identified 10 sectors as its primary focus for attraction, relocation and expansion efforts. These industries were selected based on multiple factors including existing businesses, workforce availability, environmental ...
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Banner Image Missing Regional Partnership Formed to Reuse and Conserve Water -Newly Approved Project Highlights Importance of "Water Reuse Week"- DATE: May 18, 2016 MEDIA CONTACT: Alan Garcia Director, Broward County Water and Wastewater Services PHONE: (954) 831-0704 EMAIL: agarcia@broward.org BROWARD COUNTY, FL - Broward County Water and Wastewater ...
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Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Current Water Levels Story 1 Anywhere it rains, it can flood. Many conditions can result in a flood: hurricanes, overtopped levees, outdated or clogged drainage systems and rapid accumulation of rainfall. Just because you have not experienced a flood in the past, it does not mean you will not ...
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HOUSING BROWARD: 10-Year Affordable Housing Master Plan Leading the Challenge, Sharing the Burden The Coordinating Council of Broward Housing Broward: 10 - Year Affordable Housing Master Plan; March 2024 i Credits and Acknowledgements The Florida International University Jorge M. Pérez Metropolitan Center is an applied research institute that provides ...
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Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Story 1 Emergency Responders Urged to Update Credentials First responders must update their training and credential requirements in order to report for duty at the Broward County Emergency Operations Center. All responders must be familiar with the Web EOC User Guide and Concept of Operations (PDF). ...
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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/Greenways/Pages/Default.aspx

Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode The Vision Story 1 Broward County's Greenways System is a countywide network of safe, clean, bicycle and equestrian paths, nature trails and waterways. From the Everglades to the Atlantic Ocean, Greenways connect neighborhoods to conservation lands, to parks and recreation facilities, cultural and ...
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https://www.broward.org/NatureScape/CreateNaturescape/Pages/Default.aspx

Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Create a Naturescape Story 1 Broward County residents and all types of properties - from homes to businesses to public facilities to schools can create a NatureScape by using Florida-Friendly landscaping Best Management Practices (BMPs) to create habitat for native and migratory wildlife, conserve ...
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