Drowning prevention and Water Safety Day
Summary
After two child drownings in three weeks, the mayor directed staff to find funding for a citywide canal safety program — barriers, assessments, and expanded swim lessons. Commissioners also backed free swim lesson ideas raised by a resident.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 2
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 27, 2026.
Impact analysis
Unknown — funding sources and an estimated 30 canal locations are still being assessed.
Children and families living near the city's roughly 30 canals and pools.
Mentions & discussions (2)
City Commission - Oct 27, 2026
The family of Da'Mani Gray, a four-year-old who drowned in June, asked the city to hold an annual Water Safety Day with fire rescue, BSO and swim-lesson resources. North Lauderdale has recorded 12 drownings since 2009.
City Commission (Regular) - Jul 14, 2026
After two child drownings in three weeks, the mayor directed staff to find funding for a citywide canal safety program — barriers, assessments, and expanded swim lessons. Commissioners also backed free swim lesson ideas raised by a resident.
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