BROWARD COUNTY, FL -- The County's Resilient Environment Department is proud to announce a two-year countywide planning effort focused on building community resilience to the impacts of climate change predicted over the next half-century, with a primary focus on flood and heat mitigation. This effort is being undertaken with the collective support of municipal and business leaders who meet annually to discuss the resilience needs of the Broward community, the impacts of sea-level rise, more intense rainfall and clean energy initiatives needed to reduce the overall extent of climate change.

This project comes with action from the County Commission earlier this month. "I am proud of the leadership demonstrated by our Commission in taking this action. This Resilience Plan is about to be one of the most significant investments we can make to provide for the future of our community under conditions of rapid climate change, ensuring livability, affordability and economic opportunity for current and future residents," said Mayor Michael Udine.

This project will be overseen by the County's Chief Resilience Officer and is designed to address flood mitigation needs across the Broward landscape, with a focus on water management infrastructure, transportation systems, critical infrastructure, basin-level redevelopment and land use. Recommendations from experts are expected to include new water management strategies, the impact of rising urban temperatures and alternatives for stormwater runoff management and treatment.

Plan development will be supported by a steering committee consisting of diverse private sector and community representatives, with extensive participation of local municipalities, water managers, agency partners and public input. Upon completion, the plan is expected to provide the basis for a multi-decade resilient infrastructure and redevelopment plan to serve all of Broward County. Updates on the planning process and opportunities to participate will be posted on our website.

Resilient Environment Department
Broward County's Resilient Environment Department is responsible for advancing the resilience of our community through diverse environmental, planning, housing, regulatory and community-oriented programs. The Department is charged with leading planning efforts and steering projects to urgently mitigate climate change and its impacts, including measures to advance clean energy solutions, address the local impacts of sea-level rise, reduce emissions, and protect against economic inequities. By implementing these actions, Broward County offers a greener, more sustainable, and climate-resilient community.