Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about how OpenCity covers Broward County public meetings and civic data.
When does the Broward County Commission meet?
The Broward County Board of County Commissioners meets in regular session roughly twice a month on Tuesdays in the Commission Chambers at the Governmental Center in Fort Lauderdale; the Planning Council meets separately about every other month.
Where can I find Broward County Commission agendas and video?
Agendas and action agendas are published on the county's Legistar portal, the video archive is on its Granicus portal, and every meeting is indexed with a searchable transcript on OpenFlorida.
How are Broward County Commissioners chosen?
Nine commissioners are elected from single-member districts for four-year terms; the commission elects a Mayor and Vice Mayor from among its members each November.