Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Lauderhill public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
3 issues with critical priority
Whole Blood Exchange Program with Broward Health
Fire wants to launch a whole-blood exchange program with trauma centers (they've already had a landmark pediatric save), create a sober home enforcement task force, deploy FDLE-provided drones for fire and hurricane response, seek an AFG grant for 15-year-old SCBA replacements, raise EMS transport fees to county norms, and pursue ambulance service accreditation.
Proposed FY 2026-2027 City Budget ($215 million)
The commission gave first-reading approval to a $3.07 million adjustment to the fiscal year 2026 budget across various revenue and expenditure accounts.
State property tax measure threatens ~$10M budget hole
State Reps. Dunkley and Campbell and Senator Geller warned that the property tax measure on November's ballot could cost Lauderhill roughly $10 million of its $35 million in property tax revenue. The city manager said every city service, including police, would feel the impact if it passes.