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/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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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 Board Members and Categories Story 1 Derek T. Davis Chair Curator Derek T. Davis, now retired, was previously the Curator of the Old Dillard Museum in Fort ...
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Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Environmental Conditions Story 1 Flood Conditions Residents in Broward County experience occasional flooding from either rainfall or high tide events. In recent years, increasing flood risks are being accounted for, as a result of sea level rise and other potential climate impacts. Current and future ...
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Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Lightning Prediction System Story 1 If you hear a siren go off within a Broward County Park, you should take notice - it's most likely a warning that a lightning storm is approaching. Currently there are 19 Broward County parks and nature centers that use the Thorguard electronic lightning prediction ...
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Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode BMSD Economic Development Program Story 1 The Board of Broward County Commissioners recently approved the Economic Development Program for the Broward Municipal Services District (BMSD). This program enables enhancements to businesses located on the commercial corridors of the BMSD for the purpose of ...
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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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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 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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Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Small Business Opportunities Story 1 Broward County wants to increase working with local businesses. The Office of Economic and Small Business Development (OESBD) is actively seeking local small businesses for numerous Broward County procurement opportunities. We are recruiting businesses that ...
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... 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/History/Pages/MustSee.aspx

Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Must See Historical Sites in Broward Story 1 All Broward County residents and visitors are encouraged to experience the County's rich history by visiting its historical sites. These sites are located in a variety of Broward County municipalities and offer an intriguing look into early pioneer life, ...
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... 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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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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Banner Image Missing Broward County Office of Economic and Small Business Development to Host Session at Second Go SOLAR Renewable Energy Fest DATE: May 23, 2014 MEDIA CONTACT: Kay Sommers, LEED Green Associate Broward County Pollution Prevention, Remediation and Air Quality PHONE: 954-519-1257 EMAIL: ksommers@broward.org BROWARD COUNTY, Fla. - The Broward ...
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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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Banner Image Missing Port Everglades Celebrates Arbor Day, April 25, with Start of Upland Mangrove Enhancement Project - Free native plant giveaway for attendees - DATE: April 15, 2014 MEIDA CONTACT: Ellen Kennedy, Assistant Director Business Development Division, Communications PHONE: 954-468-3508 EMAIL: ekennedy@broward.org BROWARD COUNTY, Fla. - In ...
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Banner Image Missing Free Educational Programs at Home Show - Parks Division offers nature-related activities at event - BROWARD COUNTY, FL - When the Home Design and Remodeling Show returns May 24th-27th, Broward County Parks will be there, emphasizing the STEAM/Environmental Education Program and other programs throughout the County's approximately 50 park ...
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Banner Image Missing New Public Artwork Transforms Nancy J. Cotterman Center - Artists create sculpture conveying joy, transformation and renewal - BROWARD COUNTY, FL - An inspiring, site-specific artwork at the new Nancy J. Cotterman Center (NJCC), the County's only Certified Sexual Assault Program and Accredited Children's Advocacy Center and Child ...
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Banner Image Missing Port Everglades Celebrates Arbor Day With a Native Florida Tree Planting -- Celebration kicks-off Port's Upland Mangrove Enhancement Project -- DATE: April 25, 2014 MEDIA CONTACT: Ellen Kennedy Assistant Director of Business Development/Communications PHONE: 954-468-3508 EMAIL: ekennedy@broward.org BROWARD COUNTY, FLA. - Port Everglades ...
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Banner Image Missing County Transfers Ownership of Mangrove Conservation Area At Port Everglades to State DATE: August 22, 2017 MEDIA CONTACT: Ellen Kennedy Business Development Division/Communications PHONE: 954-468-3508 EMAIL: ekennedy@broward.org View video news release BROWARD COUNTY, FL - Broward County, Florida, has transferred ownership of ...
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Banner Image Missing Broward County Receives Smart Growth Excellence Award DATE: March 19, 2015 CONTACT: Kimberly Maroe, Public Information Manager Broward County Commission PHONE: 954-357-8053 EMAIL: kmaroe@broward.org BROWARD COUNTY, FL - The Smart Growth Excellence Award has once again been given to Broward County by the Smart Growth Partnership. This is ...
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