Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Broward County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
9 issues with low priority
Bertha Henry boardroom dedication
A public hearing would name Convention Center Boardroom 2.D.3 in honor of former longtime County Administrator Bertha Henry.
County Ombudsman proposal
Mayor Bogen's proposal to create a county ombudsman office — a go-to office for resident complaints — was pushed to after the November election.
Regional climate change compact
The county cut its payments and shortened the term of the agreement staffing the four-county regional climate compact.
Allegiant Air service complaints
Mayor Bogen aired photos of massive Allegiant check-in lines and questioned rewarding the airline with more gates; the airport director promised to push for better service.
CPA services contract debate
A five-firm accounting services vendor list split commissioners 6-2 before being deferred to the next meeting after a successful reconsideration.
2027 meeting schedule conflicts with Passover
Mayor Gomez pointed out the proposed April 22, 2027 meeting falls on the first day of Passover, when observant Jewish members cannot work. Staff will combine the March and April meetings and propose an earlier April date.
Renaming Hollywood North Beach Park for Suzanne Gunzburger
Hollywood North Beach Park will be renamed for the late Commissioner Suzanne Gunzburger, pending state approval since it's on state land.
Cultural sponsorship set-asides for commissioners
A proposal to reserve $25,000 per district in arts festival sponsorship money drew a long debate over commissioner slush funds versus equity for historically overlooked districts; the board reached no consensus.
Sister Cities relationship with Pingtung County, Taiwan
Broward's first sister-county relationship, covering economic development, cultural exchange, tourism and climate resiliency. Commissioner Davis wants a sister city board created and questioned the 'sister cities' name for a county-to-county pairing.