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Read. Follow. Verify.Broward County Grant Presentation for Fort Lauderdale Police Marine Unit
Record date · August 19, 2025
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What This Bill Does
This agenda item covers a formal check presentation from Broward County Commissioner Richard Waltzer to the City of Fort Lauderdale. The funds are designated for the purchase of new outboard motors for the Fort Lauderdale Police Department's marine unit boats.
The City of Fort Lauderdale is receiving external funding from the Florida Inland Navigation District () to upgrade equipment for the police department's marine patrol fleet.
Who It Affects
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Fort Lauderdale Police Department
The department will receive new equipment for its marine patrol boats.
Florida Inland Navigation District
The district is the grantor providing the funds to the city.
Key Facts
- Commissioner Richard Waltzer is presenting a check to the City of Fort Lauderdale.
- The funds are specifically allocated for the purchase of outboard motors for the Fort Lauderdale Police Department's marine unit.
- The file number for this agenda item is 25-0798.
- The item is categorized as a 'Presentation' and was introduced on August 4, 2025.
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The document highlights a direct funding relationship between a regional special district (FIND) and a municipal police department for equipment upgrades.
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