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Upcoming Public Hearing on New Battery Disposal Rules

Original title: MOTION TO ADOPT Resolution directing the County Administrator to publish Notice of Public Hearing to be held on April 1, 2025, at 10:00 a.m., in Room 422 of Governmental Center East to consider enactment of a proposed Ordinance, the title of which is as follows: AN ORDINANCE OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF BROWARD COUNTY, FLORIDA, PERTAINING TO GARBAGE AND TRASH; REPEALING AND CREATING A NEW ARTICLE V OF CHAPTER 14, INCLUDING SECTIONS 14-150 THROUGH 14-154, OF THE BROWARD COUNTY CODE OF ORDINANCES (“CODE”) RELATING TO BATTERY DISPOSAL AND RECYCLING; PROVIDING FOR PENALTIES AND ENFORCEMENT; AMENDING SECTION 8½-16 OF THE CODE; AND PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY, INCLUSION IN THE CODE, AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (Sponsored by Senator Steve Geller)

Record date · March 11, 2025

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What This Bill Does

The Broward County Board of County Commissioners is scheduling a public hearing to discuss a proposed ordinance that would update rules for how batteries are disposed of and recycled. The hearing is set for April 1, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. in Room 422 of Governmental Center East.

Why it matters

Residents and businesses in Broward County may face new legal requirements and potential penalties regarding the disposal of batteries if this ordinance is enacted.

Who It Affects

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Directly affected

Broward County residents

Residents may be subject to new regulations and potential penalties regarding how they dispose of batteries.

Directly affected

Waste management services

These entities may be required to adjust operations to comply with new battery recycling and disposal standards.

Key Facts

  • A public hearing is scheduled for April 1, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. in Room 422 of Governmental Center East.
  • The proposed ordinance creates a new Article V of Chapter 14 (Sections 14-150 through 14-154) of the Broward County Code of Ordinances.
  • The ordinance specifically addresses battery disposal and recycling regulations.
  • The ordinance includes provisions for penalties and enforcement mechanisms.
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  • The ordinance amends Section 8½-16 of the Broward County Code.
  • The ordinance includes standard legal provisions for severability and inclusion in the code.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of the public hearing on April 1, 2025?
The hearing is to consider the enactment of a new ordinance regarding battery disposal and recycling in Broward County.
Will there be penalties for improper battery disposal?
Yes, the proposed ordinance includes provisions for penalties and enforcement.

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Increased regulation of battery waste

The county is moving to formalize battery-specific disposal and recycling rules within its code of ordinances.

Broward County Board of County Commissioners

Connected Entities

Broward County Board of County Commissioners, 25-285, Governmental Center East and 1 more
OrganizationBroward County Board of County Commissioners“The governing body proposing the ordinance.”Map →
other25-285“The file number for the legislative item.”Map →
locationGovernmental Center East“The location of the scheduled public hearing.”Map →
PersonSteve Geller“The County Commissioner sponsoring the resolution.”Map →

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