New County Wage Recovery Ordinance Takes Effect

Broward County Ordinance 2012-32, relating to Wage Recovery, took effect Wednesday, January 2, 2013. The ordinance provides a way for employees of any business or organization in Broward County (except those exempted by the Ordinance, including the Federal Government, the State of Florida and Indian Tribes) to file a complaint and receive an administrative hearing for nonpayment of earned wages. County employers must post a Notice to Employees regarding wage recovery in locations where important employee information is posted or disseminated. More...

Go SOLAR Online Permitting System is Now Live

A permitting process that used to take weeks is now reduced to a few online clicks, thanks to Go SOLAR online permitting, a streamlined system with standardized fees and pre-approved designs that utilize uniform connectivity to utility systems. It’s all part of the Broward County Go SOLAR Rooftop Solar Challenge – a U.S. Department of Energy grant-funded initiative that makes it easier for residents and businesses to convert to solar energy. More...

Celebrate Black History Month Throughout February

Students in grades 4-12 are encouraged to enter the Black History Month contest at the African-American Research Library and Cultural Center. Prizes will be awarded to three lucky winners who address questions on the 50th Anniversary of the March on Washington – where Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. delivered his famous “I Have a Dream” speech. Deadline is February 8. More...

In February, Broward County Libraries will host activities, lectures, films and children’s activities – all of them free and open to the public commemorating Black History Month. Also, be sure to visit the Black History Month exhibit in the Governmental Center Lobby, 115 S. Andrews Ave., Fort Lauderdale.

TSA Outreach Meeting Will Focus on Senior and Special Needs Travelers

Broward County residents are invited to attend the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Outreach Meeting about the agency’s new initiatives affecting the local senior and special needs populations on Wednesday, February 6, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Hollywood Branch Library located at 2600 Hollywood Blvd. More...

Webcam Shows South Runway Construction

A webcam is now available at fll.net to view the construction progress of the expanded South Runway at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport. There are three cameras with different views of the future 8,000-foot elevated runway. Images are refreshed every 15 minutes. More...

Public Hearing on Dog Tethering Ordinance is February 12

Broward Commissioners invite the public to voice their opinions on a proposed ordinance that would place restrictions on the tethering of dogs in Broward County. The public hearing is set for Tuesday, February 12, at 2 p.m. in Room 422 of the Governmental Center, 115 S. Andrews Ave., in Fort Lauderdale. More...

Miramar is Site for New Office for Vice Mayor Barbara Sharief

Broward County Vice Mayor Barbara Sharief will open a new district office in Miramar City Hall, with office hours each Wednesday, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Miramar City Hall is located in the Miramar Town Center, 2300 Civic Center Place in Miramar. More...

“How to Do Business with Broward County” Series is Underway

Broward County Office of Economic and Small Business Development and the Broward County Purchasing Division will host “How to Do Business with Broward County,” a series of informational workshops designed to assist local entrepreneurs in accessing County procurement opportunities.

The workshops will be held on varying days and times during the third week of every month at multiple locations around the County. The next workshop is Thursday, February 21, 6-7:30 p.m. at Lauderdale Lakes Library/Educational and Cultural Center, 3580 W. Oakland Park Blvd., Lauderdale Lakes. More...

Port Everglades Ranked Top Exporting Foreign Trade Zone

Port Everglades has been ranked the top exporting Foreign-Trade Zone in the country for warehousing and distribution activity in 2011. Data show that Port Everglades’ Foreign-Trade Zone No. 25 (FTZ) experienced a 68 percent increase in imports during 2011 while exports increased by 66 percent. Merchandise received and exported reached $3.7 billion and $3.6 billion, respectively. More...

Senior Walking Program at Parks

Broward County Parks and Recreation Division and Health Foundation of South Florida launched a new Walk With Ease program for residents 55 and up at 20 different park sites to encourage older adults to start walking for their health. Dates and times vary, preregistration is required. Call the park of your choice or Shari Gantman at the Health Foundation of South Florida at 305-374-9199. More...

Sun Trolley Offers New Service To/From Airport

For passengers with lengthy waits at the Airport, such as those returning from cruise ship vacations, the Sun Trolley service operated by the Downtown Fort Lauderdale Transportation Management Authority, now offers a route between the Airport and their Welcome Center at the Fort Lauderdale History Center, near area attractions and Las Olas Boulevard. Transportation is free to and from the Airport, and once at the Fort Lauderdale History Center, patrons can choose to purchase an excursion package(s) which include entrance to area museums, Trolley, discount coupons and the Water Taxi. More...

Ground is Broken for New Intermodal Container Facility at Port

Ground was broken on the nation’s only combined on-port international and domestic cargo rail facility at Port Everglades on January 17. Gov. Rick Scott committed $13 million to begin work on the Southport Turning Notch Extension project which will add more dock space for Port Everglades. More...

Free Career Services at Libraries

According to the Bureau of Labor and Statistics, the unemployment rate for Florida is now at 8 percent – up from the 2006 prerecession rate of 3.3 percent. For those who are unemployed or even underemployed, Broward County Library has countless books, DVDs and other resources as well as free classes in language, computers and more to help residents gain employment. More...

Public Participation Forum Planned by Parks and Recreation

The Parks and Recreation Division invites you to a Public Participation Forum, starting at 7 p.m. on Thursday, February 7, at Plantation Heritage Park, 1100 S. Fig Tree Lane, in Plantation. This free meeting is your opportunity to provide suggestions, voice concerns, and ask questions about recreational needs in the Broward County park system. More...

The Special Collections of Broward County Library is Now Available

Beautifully illustrated and packed with fascinating details, Broward County Libraries Division’s new eBook, Top 100 Artifacts: The Special Collections of Broward County Library, is now available for free download in the Library’s Digital Collections. The book showcases the unique items held in three Special Collections: Bienes Museum of the Modern Book, the African-American Research Library and Cultural Center and the Broward County Historical Commission. More...

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