Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Fort Lauderdale public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
4 issues in roads with high priority
Train horn quiet zone under federal review
The city doubled down on keeping train horn quiet zones intact and signed three safety agreements with FEC Railway and Brightline for SW 7th, 17th and 22nd Street crossings.
Flooding at Broward General Medical Center entrance
Fourteenth Street and the hospital garage entrance flood during storms, stranding medical staff during emergencies. Former Commissioner Dr. Warren Sturman asked the city to open a conversation about raising that small stretch of road; staff and the MPO are potential funding partners.
Sidewalk Master Plan acceptance
The city is about 30 days from starting on-the-ground work on its sidewalk master plan — roughly 430 miles of missing sidewalks citywide, about 30 miles prioritized, backed by over $20 million. Public engagement begins in each district, starting with SE 15th Street.
Road and safety grants
The city banked $750,000 for road resurfacing, $392,000 for Vision Zero safety planning, and will chase up to $5 million more for the Riverside Park mobility project.