Broward County Commission: Mayor and Commissioner Reports Summary

Original title: MAYOR AND COMMISSIONER REPORTS A. WORKSHOPS - COMMISSIONER ROGERS ACTION: (T-11:34 AM) Commissioner Rogers advocated for additional workshops in relation to senior housing issues, reallocation of funds and discussed potential Project Dashboard items. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.) In response to Commissioner Rogers, County Administrator Monica Cepero provided an overview of the County Commission funding process. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.) B. KEEPER DAYS - COMMISSIONER FISHER ACTION: (T-11:39 AM) Commissioner Fisher congratulated the City of Lighthouse Point for providing 70 years of community leadership and service as they celebrate Keeper Days January 30 through February 1. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.) C. CONGRATULATIONS - COMMISSIONER FISHER ACTION: (T-11:39 AM) Commissioner Fisher congratulated Tri-Rail for surpassing 4.5 million passengers in 2025. In addition, Commissioner Fisher advised that there are ongoing discussions in relation to funding between SFRTA, the State and the Counties. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.) D. RIBBON CUTTING - COMMISSIONER FISHER ACTION: (T-11:40 AM) Commissioner Fisher discussed the ribbon-cutting in Wilton Manors for 10 new EVgo electric vehicle charging stations. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.) E. ANNIVERSARY - COMMISSIONER FISHER ACTION: (T-11:41 AM) Commissioner Fisher discussed attending the Community Court Third Anniversary event in Pompano Beach, which included individuals graduating after completing the Homeless Initiative programming. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.) F. CONGRATULATIONS - COMMISSIONER FISHER ACTION: (T-11:41 AM) Commissioner Fisher congratulated Ron Book for being honored by the Miami-Dade Homeless Trust and Chapman Partnership for 30 years of involvement in homeless initiatives. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.) G. SEFRCC - COMMISSIONER FURR ACTION: (T-11:41 AM) Commissioner Furr discussed attending the Southeast Florida Regional Climate Change Compact in Palm Beach, which will be coming to Broward County this year. In addition, Commissioner Furr advocated for implementation of elements of the Resiliency Plan. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.) H. SOLID WASTE - COMMISSIONER FURR ACTION: (T-11:42 AM) Commissioner Furr discussed the status of the Solid Waste Master Plan and Facilities Amendment. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.) I. LIBRARY - COMMISSIONER FURR ACTION: (T-11:47 AM) Commissioner Furr reported the reopening of the Hollywood Library. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.) J. ANNIVERSARY - COMMISSIONER FURR ACTION: (T-11:47 AM) Commissioner Furr relayed that the Cultural Division’s 50th Anniversary kick-off will be held at the Main Library tomorrow at 9:00 a.m. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.) K. FACILITIES - MAYOR BOGEN ACTION: (T-11:48 AM) Mayor Bogen inquired regarding the School Board and a potential building. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.) In response to Mayor Bogen, County Administrator Monica Cepero advised that the building of interest is not for sale, but other inquiries are being made. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.) L. RETREAT - MAYOR BOGEN ACTION: (T-11:48 AM) Mayor Bogen inquired with respect to the location of the Retreat. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.) In response to Mayor Bogen, County Administrator Monica Cepero confirmed that the venue of the Retreat will be the new hotel on February 10. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.) M. COUNTY EVENTS - VICE-MAYOR MCKINZIE ACTION: (T-11:49 AM) Vice-Mayor McKinzie advocated for collective promotion of the County and suggested placement on the Project Dashboard. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.) N. HOMELESSNESS - VICE-MAYOR MCKINZIE ACTION: (T-11:51 AM) Vice-Mayor McKinzie discussed the homelessness issue at the bus stop area and inquired as to the status of a requested report in relation to the community effort to deal with homelessness. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.) In response to Vice-Mayor McKinzie, Mayor Bogen inquired in relation to oversight of church parking for individuals spending the night in their vehicle. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.) In response to Mayor Bogen, County Administrator Monica Cepero advised that this homeless population falls under the County Human Services Department. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.) In response to previous discussion, Vice-Mayor McKinzie advocated for additional solutions to be provided at the homelessness workshop. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.) O. CONTINUUM OF CARE - COMMISSIONER RICH ACTION: (T-11:56 AM) Commissioner Rich provided an updated in connection with the Homesless Continuum of Care meeting held yesterday and discussed ongoing homelessness initiatives. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.) P. LEGACY BREAKFAST - COMMISSIONER RICH ACTION: (T-12:02 PM) Commissioner Rich discussed attending the YMCA Martin Luther King, Jr. Legacy Breakfast. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.) Q. CONGRATULATIONS - COMMISSIONER RICH ACTION: (T-12:04 PM) Commissioner Rich congratulated Greater Fort Lauderdale Convention & Visitor’s Bureau President and CEO Stacy Ritter and staff for the incredible Visit Lauderdale marketing luncheon. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.) R. SUN SENTINEL OP-ED - COMMISSIONER RICH ACTION: (T-12:04 PM) Commissioner Rich discussed a Sun Sentinel Op-Ed piece written by Debra Hixon, which was published this morning, and encouraged everyone to read it. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.) S. OP-ED - COMMISSIONER RICH ACTION: (T-12:06 PM) Commissioner Rich suggested reading an Op-Ed piece that she wrote with respect to tackling the health disparities in Broward County through the work of Better Together through Broward Health and Memorial. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.) T. FACILITIES - COMMISSIONER UDINE ACTION: (T-12:07 PM) Commissioner Udine discussed potential availability of buildings for sale within the community. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.) U. CALL CENTERS - COMMISSIONER UDINE ACTION: (T-12:08 PM) Commissioner Udine discussed call center services and funding. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.) V. VISIT LAUDERDALE - COMMISSIONER UDINE ACTION: (T-12:09 PM) Commissioner Udine discussed the economics of Visit Lauderdale and Broward County sports tourism, sports marketing and travel. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.) W. WEEKEND EVENTS - COMMISSIONER UDINE ACTION: (T-12:09 PM) Commissioner Udine announced that this weekend is Visit Lauderdale’s Food & Wine Festival and the Pegasus World Cup at Gulfstream Park. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.) X. BROWARD DAYS - COMMISSIONER UDINE ACTION: (T-12:10 PM) Commissioner Udine acknowledged that Commissioners and staff will be attending Broward Days this week in order to advocate for the County and residents. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.) Y. THANK YOU - COMMISSIONER UDINE ACTION: (T-12:10 PM) Commissioner Udine thanked Highway Construction and Engineering Division Director Richard Tornese for being a point person for the community in relation to ongoing highway construction. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.) Z. HOMELESSNESS - COMMISSIONER UDINE ACTION: (T-12:11 PM) Commissioner Udine discussed the importation of homeless individuals into the community. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.) AA. COMMENDATION - COMMISSIONER DAVIS ACTION: (T-12:12 PM) Commissioner Davis commended the staff at the Housing Options, Solutions and Supports Division and Broward Partnership for providing a tour of the Huizenga location, highlighting services, medical/dental care and employment readiness training. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.) BB. THANK YOU - COMMISSIONER DAVIS ACTION: (T-12:12 PM) Commissioner Davis thanked Parks & Recreation Director Dan West and staff for assisting with Jamaica relief supplies, as well as donors and the sponsor. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.) CC. SALSA FEST - COMMISSIONER DAVIS ACTION: (T-12:13 PM) Commissioner Davis reported that District 7 staff attended the Hollywood West Salsa Fest, which is an annual event that provides music, culture and toys. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.) DD. CELEBRATIONS - COMMISSIONER DAVIS ACTION: (T-12:14 PM) Commissioner Davis discussed Martin Luther King celebrations throughout the district, which included an MLK parade. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.) EE. GRAND OPENING - COMMISSIONER DAVIS ACTION: (T-12:14 PM) Commissioner Davis relayed attending the grand opening of The Arcadian in Fort Lauderdale, which is a 500-unit residential development located along Sistrunk Boulevard. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.) FF. COMMUNICATION BOARD - COMMISSIONER DAVIS ACTION: (T-12:15 PM) Commissioner Davis advised of installation of a communication board for children with disabilities at Miramar Pineland Park tomorrow at 10:00 a.m. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.) GG. HOMELESSNESS - COMMISSIONER GELLER ACTION: (T-12:16 PM) Commissioner Geller encouraged further discussion in relation to the purchase of commercial hotels, which could be repurposed for housing the homeless population. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.) HH. PRESENTATION - COMMISSIONER RICH ACTION: (T-12:16 PM) Commissioner Rich requested that a formal presentation regarding homelessness be provided for the Board. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.) II. CENTRAL BROWARD - COMMISSIONER ROGERS ACTION: (T-12:22 PM) Commissioner Rogers discussed activities and events within Central Broward and advocated for those districts. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)