Lauderdale Lakes public meetings in 2025

Approval Of Minutes From Previous Meeting

The City Commission will review several professional service agreements and a major infrastructure contract. The body is also deciding on the establishment of a city purchasing card program and school zone speed cameras.

• Contract for citywide drainage improvements with ATC Engineering Inc. not to exceed $997,219
• State lobbying services agreement with Yolanda Cash Jackson, Esq. for $60,000 annually
• Federal lobbying services agreement with Maurice J. Kurland for $60,000 annually
• Establishment of a purchasing card (P-card) program with TD Bank
• Establishment of a speed detection camera system at school zones via Redspeed Florida, LLC

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The City Commission Workshop will review video recordings of the Dec 23, 2025 meeting and discuss several items, including an amendment to the ATC Engineering contract for the NW 49th Avenue roadway and drainage improvement project, a uniform procurement contract limited to $20,000 per fiscal year, an extension of the school crossing‑guard contract through July 31, 2026, plans for 2026 holiday lighting and décor, and a $250,000 grant to fund two new police officers.

• Amendment No. 1 to the ATC Engineering contract for the NW 49th Avenue roadway and drainage improvement project
• Uniform procurement via Sourcewell Contract 011124‑UFC with UniFirst, not to exceed $20,000 per fiscal year
• Second extension of the crossing‑guard contract with Waterfield Florida Staffing through July 31, 2026
• Discussion of the City’s holiday lighting and décor plans for the 2026 season
• Grant award of $250,000 from the FY 2025 COPS Hiring Program to hire two sworn officers

Minutes From Previous Meeting

The Community Redevelopment Agency will review a request from Lakes Center LLC concerning its approved Commercial Facade Improvement Program application. Commissioners will also discuss the Comprehensive Gateway & Wayfinding Signage Project presented by Saltz Michelson Architects Inc. The agency will ratify CRA Resolution 2025-017 to confirm the filing of its October and November 2025 financial activity reports.

• Request from Lakes Center LLC regarding the Commercial Facade Improvement Program application
• Discussion of the Comprehensive Gateway & Wayfinding Signage Project (update from Saltz Michelson Architects Inc.)
• CRA Resolution 2025-017 ratifying filing of October and November 2025 financial activity reports

Civil Service Board

The Lauderdale Lakes Civil Service Board will convene to discuss matters with the City Attorney and the Director of Human Resources and Risk Management. The meeting is a standard procedural session with no scheduled votes or public hearings.

• Discussion with City Attorney regarding Civil Service Board matters
• Discussion with Director of Human Resources and Risk Management

Approval Of Minutes From Previous Meeting

The City Commission will discuss the adoption of the Comprehensive Plan 2050 and its 2025 Evaluation and Appraisal report. The body is also deciding on multiple construction and service contracts and a new lien reduction policy.

• Ordinance 2025-012: Adoption of the Lauderdale Lakes Comprehensive Plan 2050
• Resolution 2025-161: $2,218,740.00 contract to Safa Construction, LLC for Water Quality Improvement Project Canal 8
• Resolution 2025-163: $893,718.50 contract to Heavy Civil Inc. for NW 36th Terrace Improvement project
• Resolution 2025-162: $249,794.06 contract to Remanton Designs LLC for Alzheimer's Care Center Improvements
• Resolution 2025-167: Establishment of a Comprehensive Lien Reduction Policy for code enforcement liens

Economic Development Advisory Board

The Lauderdale Lakes Economic Development Advisory Board will meet at 8:30 AM on December 8, 2025. Members will conduct standard business such as call to order, roll call, and approval of minutes from the previous meeting. The board will also consider any new business, old business, public petitions, and future agenda items before adjourning.

• Approval of minutes from previous meeting
• Consideration of new business
• Consideration of old business
• Petitions from the public
• Discussion of future agenda items

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The City Commission will hold a workshop to discuss several proposed agreements, including speed detection cameras in school zones and federal and state lobbying services. The body will also review a $250,000 grant for hiring two sworn police officers.

• Use of Redspeed Florida, LLC. piggyback contract for school zone speed detection cameras
• Federal lobbying agreement with Maurice J. Kurland of Alcalde & Fay, Ltd. for $60,000 annually
• State lobbying agreement with Yolanda Cash Jackson of Becker & Poliakoff, P.A. for $60,000 annually
• Acceptance of a $250,000 FY 2025 COPS Hiring Program grant for two sworn officers
• Moving the City P-Card program from Bank of America to TD Bank effective January 2026

Planning And Zoning Board

The Lauderdale Lakes Planning and Zoning Board will consider an ordinance to adopt the Comprehensive Plan 2050, including the 2025 Evaluation and Appraisal Report and related amendments. The board will also discuss renaming a portion of NW 39th Street in honor of James Griffin. Additional agenda items include approval of November 4, 2025 minutes and scheduling future meetings.

• Ordinance adopting the Lauderdale Lakes Comprehensive Plan 2050 and the 2025 Evaluation and Appraisal Report
• Discussion on renaming a portion of NW 39th Street for James Griffin
• Public hearings (no specific topics listed)
• Approval of minutes from the November 4, 2025 meeting
• Future meeting date set for January 6, 2026

Approval Of Minutes From Previous Meeting

The Lauderdale Lakes City Commission will approve the minutes from the November 10, 2025 meetings and hear public petitions. It will consider several resolutions, including a contract for citywide janitorial services not to exceed $199,662 annually, a lighting upgrade at Willie Webb Park for up to $79,380, a recruitment contract for a new city manager for $28,500, and an extension of school crossing‑guard services for up to $89,562. Additional appointments to city and agency boards are also on the agenda.

• Approval of November 10, 2025 City Commission Workshop and Special Meeting minutes
• Resolution 2025-144: award citywide janitorial services contract to Marsden South LLC (up to $199,662 annually)
• Resolution 2025-145: upgrade lighting at Willie Webb Park basketball courts (up to $79,380)
• Resolution 2025-146: contract with MGT Impact Solutions, LLC for city manager recruitment ($28,500)
• Resolution 2025-147: extend school crossing‑guard services contract with Waterfield Florida Staffing ($89,562)

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The Lauderdale Lakes City Commission workshop will discuss several contracts and program resolutions. Items include a $2,218,740 contract for the Canal 8 water‑quality improvement project, a $893,718.50 construction contract for the NW 36th Terrace improvement, and a $39,000 annual cyber‑security services renewal. The body will also review a code‑enforcement lien amnesty resolution and adopt the Comprehensive Plan 2050 evaluation report.

• Award contract to Safa Construction, LLC for Water Quality Improvement Project Canal 8, not to exceed $2,218,740
• Award contract to Heavy Civil Inc. for NW 36th Terrace Improvement project (Oakland Park Blvd to NW 38th Ave) for $893,718.50
• Renew co‑managed cyber security system services with Compuquip, Inc. at $39,000 per year for three years
• Approve services with Trane U.S. Inc. for building automation systems for the City Hall chiller plant
• Discuss Resolution 2025‑100 establishing a limited‑time amnesty program for code‑enforcement liens

Historic Preservation Board

The Historic Preservation Board will discuss a holiday giveaway and the opening of the Sam Brown Room at the first City Commission meeting of 2026. The agenda also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and ongoing discussions regarding resident recognition.

• Approval of October 9, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussion regarding holiday giveaway
• Discussion regarding Sam Brown Room opening
• Discussion regarding recognition of residents 85+
• Future meeting scheduled for December 11, 2025

Economic Development Advisory Board

The board will meet to approve minutes from the October 13, 2025 meeting. The agenda includes a discussion on City Capital Improvement Projects under other business.

• City Capital Improvement Projects

Discussion Regarding The Organizational Meeting

The City Commission will hold a workshop to discuss several proposed resolutions, ordinances, and contracts. Key topics include the city's long-term comprehensive plan and the selection of leadership positions for 2025-2026.

• Adoption of the 2050 Lauderdale Lakes Comprehensive Plan and 2024 Evaluation and Appraisal Report
• Leadership positions for 2025-2026 organizational meeting
• Piggyback contract with Waterfield Florida Staffing for school crossing guard services through December 31, 2025
• Resolution 2025-100 and 2025-101 regarding code enforcement lien amnesty and reduction programs
• Renaming the City's Multipurpose Building to the Hazelle P. Rogers Multipurpose Building

Statement Of Purpose Of The Special Meeting

The Lauderdale Lakes City Commission will consider items originally scheduled for the November 11, 2025 meeting that was cancelled for the Veterans Day holiday. Items include two proclamations, approval of October 27 and 28, 2025 meeting minutes, public petitions, and three resolutions. The key resolution seeks to award a community bus services contract to Limousines of South Florida, Inc. at a rate not to exceed $75.50 per hour for a three‑year term with two optional one‑year renewals.

• Proclamation celebrating Ms. Frances Hawes 103rd birthday (sponsored by Mayor Edwards Phillips)
• Proclamation celebrating Small Business Saturday
• Approval of October 27, 2025 workshop minutes and October 28, 2025 meeting minutes
• Resolution 2025-140: award community bus services contract to Limousines of South Florida, Inc. at up to $75.50 per hour
• Resolution 2025-141: amend temporary service contract and approve payment to Limousines of South Florida, Inc. at $68.98 per hour

Planning And Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will discuss renaming a section of NW 39th Street to honor James Griffin. The board will also review restaurant regulations and provide an update on the Comprehensive Plan (EAR).

• Discussion on renaming a portion of NW 39th Street for James Griffin
• Review of restaurant regulations in Chapter 2, Chapter 6, and Chapter 7
• Comprehensive Plan (EAR) update

Civil Service Board

The Civil Service Board will meet to appoint a fifth member to a three-year term. The agenda also includes meetings with the City Attorney and the Director of Human Resources and Risk Management.

• Appointment of a fifth Civil Service Board member for a 3 year term
• Meeting with City Attorney
• Meeting with Director of Human Resources and Risk Management

Approval Of Minutes From Previous Meeting

The Lauderdale Lakes City Commission will approve minutes from five prior meetings, consider public petitions, and vote on several resolutions. Key actions include authorizing a design‑build contract with Concord Technologies, Inc. for Otis Gray Park improvements up to $839,050, and other contracts and program funding. The meeting also addresses transportation corridor support and a STEAM program grant.

• Approve minutes from September 10, 15, 22, and 23, 2025 meetings
• Resolution 2025-136: award design‑build contract to Concord Technologies, Inc. for Otis Gray Park improvements (up to $839,050)
• Resolution 2025-132: award contract to Craven Thompson & Associates, Inc. for professional surveying and geotechnical services (up to $172,525)
• Resolution 2025-134: approve up to $29,000 for the Dennis Project STEAM program for FY 2026
• Resolution 2025-130: support Broward MPO’s amended 2050 Metropolitan Transportation Plan corridor projects

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The Lauderdale Lakes City Commission Workshop will discuss several contract awards, including a $199,662 janitorial services contract for all city facilities. Other items include a $79,380 lighting upgrade at Willie Webb Park basketball courts and a $28,500 executive search contract for recruiting a city manager. The meeting also covers renewal of lobbyist contracts, program modifications for FY 2026, and a discussion of the new open‑carry law.

• Award of a $199,662 contract to Marsden Services for janitorial services for all city facilities
• Award of a $79,380 contract to Musco Sports Lighting, LLC to upgrade lighting at Willie Webb Park basketball courts
• Award of a $28,500 contract to MGT Impact Solutions, LLC for an executive search firm to assist in recruiting a city manager
• Renewal contracts for the city’s lobbyists: Becker & Poliakoff, Alcade & Fay, Ltd., and Ronald L. Book, P.A.
• Discussion of the new open‑carry law sponsored by Captain Phillips and City Attorney Calloway

Minutes From Previous Meeting

The Community Redevelopment Agency will ratify the September 2025 financial activity reports and accept the Fiscal Year 2024 audit report prepared by HCT Certified Public Accountants & Consultants, LLC.

• Ratify CRA Resolution 2025-015 for September 2025 financial activity reports
• Accept FY2024 CRA audit report prepared by HCT Certified Public Accountants & Consultants, LLC

Economic Development Advisory Board

The Lauderdale Lakes Economic Development Advisory Board will hold its regular meeting, starting with a call to order and roll call. It will vote to approve the minutes from the September 8, 2025 meeting. The agenda also lists discussion of new business, old business, other business, public petitions, and future agenda items. No specific projects, contracts, or dollar amounts are detailed.

• Approval of minutes from Sep 8, 2025 meeting
• Consideration of new business
• Consideration of old business
• Public petitions from the public
• Discussion of future agenda items

Historic Preservation Board

The Historic Preservation Board will meet to discuss the recognition of residents aged 85 and over. The board will also review the process for digitizing historical artifacts from the Samuel S. Brown Room.

• Discussion on recognizing residents 85 years old and over
• Discussion on digitizing historical artifacts from the Samuel S. Brown Room
• Update on Vice Mayor Tycie Causwell's approval as a 2025 Broward County Pioneer

Planning And Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will meet to discuss the review of restaurant regulations. This discussion involves Sections Chapter 2, Chapter 6, and Chapter 7.

• Discussion regarding restaurant regulation review of Sections Chapter 2, Chapter 6, and Chapter 7

Approval Of Minutes From Previous Meeting

The City Commission will vote on several infrastructure contracts and land-use applications. The body is also considering renaming the city's multipurpose center and approving funding for a local business campaign.

• Contract for Water Quality Improvement Project Canal 5 with Safa Construction, LLC not to exceed $1,423,585.00
• Ordinance 2025-011 to rename the Multipurpose Center to the Hazelle P. Rogers Multipurpose Center
• Contract with Solitude Lake Management for $64,812.00 for canal herbicide and algae control
• Contract with Stantec Consulting Services Inc. for $30,400.00 for a solid waste rate study
• Funding of $8,344.23 for the 'Shop Lauderdale Lakes: Local Spending, Local Prosperity' initiative

Statement Of Purpose Of The Special Meeting

At the special meeting on September 22, 2025, the Lauderdale Lakes City Commission will adopt a final operating millage rate and a separate debt‑service millage for fiscal year 2025‑2026. The commission will also approve the final city budget for the same fiscal year. Both actions are presented as Resolution 2025‑118 and Ordinance 2025‑010, respectively.

• Resolution 2025‑118 adopting a final operating millage rate and a separate debt‑service millage for FY 2025‑2026
• Ordinance 2025‑010 approving and adopting the final budget for FY 2025‑2026
• Advertising for the millage public hearing appeared in the Sun‑Sentinel on September 19, 2025
• Advertising for the budget public hearing appeared on the Truth‑in‑Millage (TRIM) notice mailed to property owners and in the Sun‑Sentinel

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The City Commission will hold a workshop to discuss various administrative contracts, infrastructure projects, and community initiatives. The body is reviewing the FY 2024 financial audit and the process for hiring a new City Manager.

• Proposed support for Broward MPO priority corridors on NW 19th Street and NW 31st Avenue
• Contract extension for construction manager services through December 2026 for canal bank stabilization
• Proposed $1,000 in gift cards for City veterans and Military Affairs Board members
• Discussion on renaming a section of NW 41st Street east of NW 31st Avenue after James Griffin
• Review of the Fiscal Year 2024 Year End Financial Audit by HCT Certified Public Accountants and Consultants, LLC

Minutes From Previous Meeting

The Community Redevelopment Agency will meet to review the Fiscal Year 2026 budget and ratify financial activity reports from July and August 2025. The meeting includes reports from the Executive Director and Finance Director.

• CRA Resolution 2025-014: Proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2026 (October 1, 2025 – September 30, 2026)
• CRA Resolution 2025-013: Ratification of July and August 2025 Financial Activity Reports
• Approval of July 15, 2025 meeting minutes

Statement Of Purpose Of The Special Meeting

The Lauderdale Lakes City Commission will adopt the Fiscal Year 2026 fire assessment, solid waste assessment, and stormwater assessment rates. These resolutions set the final rates that will be billed to all property owners for fire rescue services, solid waste collection, and stormwater utility services. The meeting will also include a discussion of proposed Fiscal Year 2025-2026 program modifications. The special session is scheduled for September 15, 2025 at 7:00 PM.

• Resolution 2025-115: Adopt final rate for FY 2026 fire rescue services assessment
• Resolution 2025-116: Adopt final rate for FY 2026 solid waste collection fees
• Resolution 2025-117: Adopt final rate and assessment roll for FY 2026 stormwater services
• Discussion of proposed FY 2025-2026 program modifications
• Remote meeting via Zoom (Meeting ID 868 8212 2110)

Historic Preservation Board

The board will discuss moving its administrative home from the City Clerk's Office to Development Services. Members will tour the Samuel S. Brown Room. Other topics include recognition of senior residents, digitizing the city’s historic artifacts, and noting the Broward County Board’s approval of Vice Mayor Tycie Causwell as a 2025 Pioneer.

• Tour of the Samuel S. Brown Room
• Transition of the Historic Preservation Board from the City Clerk's Office to Development Services
• Discussion of Broward County Historic Preservation Board's approval of Vice Mayor Tycie Causwell as a 2025 Pioneer
• Discussion of recognition for residents 85 years old and over
• Discussion of digitizing the city’s historical artifacts from the Samuel S. Brown Room

Statement Of Purpose Of The Special Meeting

The City Commission is meeting to discuss and adopt a tentative budget and millage rate for the fiscal year starting October 1, 2025. These decisions determine the city's funding for operations and debt service obligations.

• Resolution 2025-114: Adopting a proposed operating millage rate and a separate millage rate for voter approved debt service for FY 2025-2026
• Ordinance 2025-010: Approving the tentative budget and appropriating funds for city government operations for FY 2025-2026

Approval Of Minutes From Previous Meeting

The Lauderdale Lakes City Commission will approve minutes from previous meetings, consider several ordinances and resolutions, and vote on contracts and donations. Key items include a $30,000 purchase of additional licenses for the upgraded telephone system from RingCentral, Inc., a $10,000 annual donation from Westway Towing, Inc., and a $42,000 software subscription agreement with SHI International Corp. The commission will also add new events to the city’s special events calendar and renew group insurance benefits for FY 2026.

• Approve minutes from July 21, July 22, July 30, and August 6, 2025 meetings
• Resolution 2025-107: Accept $10,000 annual donation from Westway Towing, Inc.
• Resolution 2025-108: Authorize up to $30,000 for additional RingCentral telephone system licenses
• Resolution 2025-109: Authorize up to $42,000 for software subscriptions from SHI International Corp.
• Resolution 2025-110: Add Florida Licensing on Wheels (FLOW) event to the special events calendar

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The City Commission will hold a workshop to discuss several proposed contracts, city manager hiring procedures, and land-use applications. The body will also review the medical benefits renewal package and a request for support from the Lauderdale Lakes Chamber of Commerce.

• Emergency wall repairs at Vincent Torres Park Building with Shiff Construction & Development, Inc. for $196,307.47
• Solid waste rate study contract with Stantec Consulting Services Inc. for $30,400.00
• Canal network herbicide application contract with Solitude Lake Management for $64,812.00
• Conditional use application for a 105ft wireless tower at 3001 N. State Road 7 (Walmart site)
• Relocation of Ram's Car Care to 3551–3559 NW 19th Street

Economic Development Advisory Board

The Lauderdale Lakes Economic Development Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting to conduct call to order, roll call, and approve the minutes from the August 11, 2025 meeting. The board will review new business, old business including a post‑event report for the 2nd Annual FLBRF, and consider any petitions from the public. Additional items such as announcements and future agenda planning will also be discussed before adjournment.

• Approval of minutes from August 11, 2025 meeting
• Post Event Report – 2nd Annual FLBRF
• Petitions from the public

Planning And Zoning Board

The Lauderdale Lakes Planning and Zoning Board will hold public hearings on three pending applications. One seeks conditional‑use approval for an automobile‑repair garage at 3551‑3559 NW 19th Street in the B‑4 Intense Business District. Two applications request a wireless communications tower at 3001 North State Road 7 in the B‑3 General Business District, one of which asks for exceptions to distance, wall and landscaping requirements.

• Application 01-CU-25: Conditional use for an automobile‑repair garage, 3551‑3559 NW 19th St, B‑4 district
• Application 01-WC-24: Wireless communications tower, 3001 North State Road 7, B‑3 district
• Application 01-CU-24: Companion tower request with exceptions to distance, wall, and landscape rules, 3001 North State Road 7, B‑3 district

Economic Development Advisory Board

The Lauderdale Lakes Economic Development Advisory Board will meet at 8:30 AM on August 11, 2025. The agenda consists of standard items such as call to order, roll call, approval of minutes, and sections for new, old, and other business, announcements, public petitions, future agenda items, and adjournment. No specific projects, contracts, or policy changes are listed for discussion.

Statement Of Purpose Of The Special Meeting

The Lauderdale Lakes City Commission will act on four resolutions at this special meeting. Resolution 2025-105 would authorize the Acting City Manager to begin preliminary discussions and feasibility studies for acquiring two properties on West Oakland Park Boulevard as a possible future City Hall site. Resolution 2025-102 would approve a code‑enforcement lien reduction settlement with Marketplace Plaza, LLC. Resolution 2025-104 would add the "Lakes Space" event to the city’s special event calendar for FY 2025‑2026, and Resolution 2025-106 would amend the Recreational Trails Program grant with the Florida Department of Environmental Protection to extend improvements at Otis Gray Park through Dec. 31, 2025.

• Resolution 2025-105: Authorize preliminary talks and due‑diligence for two properties (IDs 494219180010, 494219180013, 494219000130) on West Oakland Park Blvd for a potential new City Hall.
• Resolution 2025-102: Approve a code‑enforcement lien reduction and settlement agreement with Marketplace Plaza, LLC.
• Resolution 2025-104: Approve addition of the "Lakes Space" event to the special event calendar for FY 2025‑2026, to be held quarterly at Bella Vista Apartments greenspace starting Nov 8, 2025.
• Resolution 2025-106: Amend the Recreational Trails Program grant with the Florida DEP to extend park improvements at Otis Gray Park through Dec 31, 2025.

Planning And Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will hold a public hearing and discuss a review of restaurant regulations covering sections of Chapters 2, 6, and 7. The board will also introduce the new Code Enforcement Supervisor and set future meeting dates. Standard agenda items include approval of prior minutes and routine communications.

• Discussion of restaurant regulation review (Chapters 2, 6, 7)
• Introduction of new Code Enforcement Supervisor
• Approval of July 1, 2025 meeting minutes
• Future meeting dates set for September 2, 2025

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The City Commission will hold a workshop to discuss the Fiscal Year 2026 Preliminary Budget. The meeting includes a video presentation and an overview of the city's financial planning.

• Discussion of Special Revenue Funds
• Discussion of Enterprise Funds
• Discussion of Debt Service
• Discussion of General Fund
• Discussion of Capital Improvement Projects (CIP)

Approval Of Minutes From Previous Meeting

The Lauderdale Lakes City Commission will approve minutes from the July 7 and July 8, 2025 meetings, consider several ordinances and resolutions, and vote on a contract for professional engineering design services for a citywide traffic‑calming project. Additional items include amendments to regional transportation agreements, applications for federal grant programs, and the adoption of preliminary utility service rates. The agenda also contains a resolution cancelling scheduled August workshops and commission meetings.

• Approval of minutes from the July 7, 2025 workshop and July 8, 2025 commission meeting
• Resolution 2025-087: award of a $436,954.49 contract to Kimley‑Horn and Associates for citywide traffic‑calming design services
• Resolution 2025-088: authorization of the third amendment to the Transportation System Surtax Interlocal Agreement
• Resolution 2025-090: authorization to submit a FEMA SAFER grant application retroactive to July 3, 2025
• Resolution 2025-092: cancellation of City Commission workshops and meetings scheduled for August 2025

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The Lauderdale Lakes City Commission Workshop will review a series of discussion items, including updates from advisory boards and several funding proposals. Items include a request for up to $42,000 in software subscription purchases from SHI International and other financial authorizations for city programs. The panel will also hear proposals for community projects such as sidewalk improvements and a STEAM education program.

• Discussion of financial and/or in‑kind support for the newly formed Lauderdale Lakes Chamber of Commerce
• Authorization of software subscriptions from SHI International Corporation not to exceed $42,000 per fiscal year
• Authorization of additional RingCentral telephone system licenses not to exceed $30,000
• Continuation of the STEAM program with funding not to exceed $30,000 for FY 2026
• Discussion of FDOT consultants for the MPO CSLIP Citywide Sidewalk Improvements project

Budget Advisory Committee

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific budget items, contracts, or proposals are listed for decision or discussion.

Minutes From Previous Meeting

The Lauderdale Lakes Community Redevelopment Agency meeting will hear reports from the Executive Director and Finance Director, including a resolution ratifying the June 2025 financial activity reports. New business includes a resolution to authorize a task order with Saltz Michelson Architects, Inc. for up to $125,000 to design comprehensive gateway and wayfinding signage. The board will also discuss the disposition of two CRA‑owned properties slated for development.

• CRA Resolution 2025-011 ratifies the City Manager’s filing of June 2025 (Period 9) financial activity reports.
• CRA Resolution 2025-012 authorizes a task order with Saltz Michelson Architects, Inc. for up to $125,000 to design gateway and wayfinding signage.
• Discussion on disposition of two CRA‑owned properties slated for development under the modified Redevelopment Plan.
• Executive Director report highlighting CRA activities and projects for June 2025.
• Finance Director report on the agency’s fiscal integrity and policies.

Economic Development Advisory Board

The board is meeting to approve minutes from June 9, 2025, and discuss the upcoming August board meeting. The remainder of the agenda consists of procedural items.

• Approval of June 9, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussion regarding August board meeting

Approval Of Minutes From Previous Meeting

The City Commission will discuss several contract awards for city infrastructure and services. The body is also scheduled to receive a $314,830 check from the Broward County penny surplus tax.

• Contract with Delaware Elevator, Inc. for hydraulic elevator modernization not to exceed $420,000
• Task order for Craven Thompson and Associates, Inc. for boat ramp installation design not to exceed $156,170
• Purchase of a 14' steel flatbed dump truck from SBL Freightliner, LLC not to exceed $138,890
• Contract award to Gelin Benefits Group for insurance brokerage services
• Lighting maintenance and compensation agreement with Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT)

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The Lauderdale Lakes City Commission Workshop will review video presentations and discuss proposed ordinances. Commissioners will consider approval of a $436,954.49 contract with Kimley‑Horn and Associates for engineering design of citywide traffic‑calming measures. Additional items include a transportation surtax interlocal agreement amendment, a Broward Sheriff’s Office compensation update, and a $10,000 donation to Westway Towing. The workshop also addresses the cancellation of several upcoming commission meetings.

• Approval of Kimley‑Horn and Associates proposal for $436,954.49 to provide professional engineering design services for the Citywide Traffic Calming – Various Locations project
• Approval of the third amendment to the Transportation System Surtax Interlocal Agreement between Broward County, Broward Metropolitan Planning Organization, and municipalities in Broward County
• Discussion of the Broward Sheriff's Office compensation and classification update
• Acceptance of an annual $10,000 donation to the non‑exclusive cooperative contract with Westway Towing, Inc. for towing and wrecker services
• Discussion of cancelling the August 11, 25, 12, and 26, 2025 City Commission Workshops and Meetings

Planning And Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will review results from a residential parking survey and specific code sections. The board will also continue discussions regarding its Rules and Procedures Manual.

• Discussion of residential parking survey results
• Review of sections 801.4.1 - 801.4.4 and 802.4
• Continued discussion of the Planning and Zoning Board Rules and Procedures Manual

Civil Service Board

The Lauderdale Lakes Civil Service Board will meet to appoint a fifth member to a three-year term and elect officers for Chair, Vice-Chair, and Secretary. The agenda also includes a discussion on future meeting dates and a review of the attendance policy.

• Appointment of a fifth Civil Service Board member
• Election of Board Chair, Vice-Chair, and Secretary
• Discussion of meeting dates for 2025
• Review of attendance policy

Approval Of Minutes From Previous Meeting

The Lauderdale Lakes City Commission will approve the minutes from the June 9 and June 10, 2025 meetings. Commissioners will consider Ordinance 2025-008, which amends signage definitions in the Land Development Regulations. The commission will vote on three resolutions: a sole‑source staffing contract up to $60,000, a playground replacement project for Otis Gray Neighborhood Park costing up to $249,803.81, and a $25,568 grant‑related MOU with the Broward Sheriff’s Office.

• Approval of June 9 and June 10, 2025 City Commission meeting minutes
• Ordinance 2025-008: amendment of Chapter 9 signage definitions in the Land Development Regulations
• Resolution 2025-079: sole‑source contract to All County Staffing, Inc. for nursing services, not to exceed $60,000 per fiscal year
• Resolution 2025-080: purchase and installation of a replacement playground system for Otis Gray Neighborhood Park at 4800 NW 26th Street, total not to exceed $249,803.81
• Resolution 2025-081: MOU for the 2022 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant with the Broward Sheriff’s Office, amount $25,568

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The Lauderdale Lakes City Commission Workshop will discuss a range of items, including contract awards, name changes for city facilities, and budget authorizations. Commissioners will consider a $138,890 purchase of a 14' steel flatbed dump truck and a $156,170 task order for boat ramp design services. Additional topics include insurance brokerage services, a $50,000 annual authorization with Dell Inc., and a SAFER grant application.

• Contract award to Gelin Benefits Group for insurance brokerage services for the city employee benefits plan
• Renaming the Multipurpose Auditorium after Broward County Commissioner Hazelle Rogers (sponsored by Commissioner Maxwell-Williams)
• Authorize an increased annual allowance not to exceed $50,000 with Dell Inc.
• Purchase of a 14' steel flatbed dump truck from SBL Freightliner, LLC for $138,890
• Task order to Craven Thompson and Associates, Inc. for boat ramp installation design services, not to exceed $156,170

Minutes From Previous Meeting

The Lauderdale Lakes Community Redevelopment Agency meeting will review several reports and resolutions. Commissioners will ratify the City Manager’s filing of the agency’s April and May 2025 financial activity reports. They will vote on Resolution 2025-010, which authorizes a commercial facade improvement agreement with New Life Child Care and Educational Center and allocates up to $39,927.50. The agenda also includes standard executive, finance, and committee reports and a brief public comment period.

• CRA Resolution 2025-009 ratifying April and May 2025 financial activity reports
• CRA Resolution 2025-010 authorizing commercial facade improvement agreement with New Life Child Care and Educational Center, funding up to $39,927.50
• Executive Director report on May 2025 CRA activities
• Finance Director report on ratifying financial reports
• Public comment limited to 2 minutes

Historic Preservation Board

The Lauderdale Lakes Historic Preservation Board will review minutes from the May 8, 2025 meeting and discuss ongoing projects, including a tour of the Samuel S. Brown Room and the digitization of the city's historical artifacts.

• Approval of May 8, 2025 meeting minutes
• Tour of the Samuel S. Brown Room
• Discussion on digitizing city historical artifacts
• Discussion on recognizing residents 85 years old and over
• Discussion on a letter of nomination for Broward County Pioneer

Budget Advisory Committee

The committee will approve the minutes from its May 14, 2025 meeting. It will also announce three public budget workshops scheduled for July 2, 9, and 16, 2025. No other business is listed.

• Approval of minutes from the May 14, 2025 meeting
• Announcement of budget workshops on July 2, 9, and 16, 2025

Approval Of Minutes From Previous Meeting

The City Commission will approve minutes from the May 27, 2025 meeting and hear public petitions. It will consider two ordinances on second reading: a signage ordinance updating definitions and enforcement procedures, and an ordinance adopting the 2050 Comprehensive Plan and transmitting the 2024 Evaluation and Appraisal Report. The commission will also consider a resolution to co‑host the Spray Da World Community Play Day event.

• Approve May 27, 2025 City Commission Workshop and Meeting minutes
• Ordinance 2025-008: amend signage definitions and enforcement in Land Development Regulations
• Ordinance 2025-009: adopt 2050 Comprehensive Plan and transmit 2024 Evaluation and Appraisal Report
• Resolution 2025-078: authorize city support and co‑hosting of Spray Da World Community Play Day
• Petitions from the public

Economic Development Advisory Board

The Economic Development Advisory Board will consider the Business Development Assistance Grant Program as new business. It will also review a list of community partners and make announcements about upcoming Broward Score workshops and the 2nd Annual Financial Literacy & Business Resource Fair. The meeting includes routine items such as call to order, roll call, and approval of prior minutes.

• Business Development Assistance Grant Program (new business)
• List of Community Partners (other business)
• Broward Score Workshops (announcement)
• 2nd Annual Financial Literacy & Business Resource Fair (announcement)

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The Lauderdale Lakes City Commission will hold a workshop to discuss a variety of agenda items, including the process for hiring a new City Manager, a contract for a playground at Otis Gray Neighborhood Park, and a proposed ordinance.

• Discussion on hiring a new City Manager
• Contract award to All County Staffing, Inc. for $60,000 annually
• Discussion on a playground system at Otis Gray Neighborhood Park up to $249,804
• Discussion on an MOU for a $23,773.13 Justice Assistance Grant
• Discussion on a proposed ordinance

Planning And Zoning Board

The Lauderdale Lakes Planning and Zoning Board will hold public hearings and then discuss two main items. First, they will continue discussion of the Planning and Zoning Board Rules and Procedures Manual. Second, they will discuss the Residential Parking Survey results and review Sections 801.4.1‑801.4.4 and 802.4 of the code.

• Continued discussion of the Planning and Zoning Board Rules and Procedures Manual
• Discussion of Residential Parking Survey results and review of Sections 801.4.1‑801.4.4 and 802.4

Approval Of Minutes From Previous Meeting

The City Commission is meeting to consider a budget amendment for real property purchase and grants. The body will also review program designs for mortgage and home improvement assistance and a software purchase contract.

• Ordinance 2025-007: Budget amendment of $1,123,750.00 for real property at 4301 NW 48th Avenue and other funds
• Resolution 2025-067: Program design for Condominium Mortgage Assistance Program
• Resolution 2025-074: Program design for Home Improvement Program
• Resolution 2025-076: OpenGov Cloud Software purchase from Carahsoft not to exceed $262,233.60
• Resolution 2025-075: 2025 meeting dates and times for City Advisory Boards

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The City Commission Workshop will discuss several items, including a partnership request for the Spray Da World Community Play Day event, an update on the 2025 Children’s Week from the Youth Council, and the process for hiring a new City Manager. Commissioners will also consider an ordinance to adopt the Lauderdale Lakes Comprehensive Plan 2050 and to transmit the 2024 Evaluation and Appraisal (E.A.R.) report to state agencies. Additional discussions will cover lien mitigation for homestead and non‑homestead properties. No formal votes are indicated in the agenda.

• Discussion of partnership request with SouthPromo.com for the Spray Da World Community Play Day event (sponsored by Commissioner Easton Harrison)
• Update from the Youth Council regarding the 2025 Children’s Week
• Discussion of the process and procedure for hiring a new City Manager (two staff options prepared)
• Ordinance to adopt the Lauderdale Lakes Comprehensive Plan 2050 and to transmit the 2024 Evaluation and Appraisal (E.A.R.) report to the Department of Commerce and other agencies
• Discussion of liens against homesteaded properties and mitigation procedures for non‑homestead properties

Planning And Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will hold public hearings on the Lauderdale Lakes Comprehensive Plan 2050 and the 2024 Evaluation and Appraisal report. The board will also consider a text amendment regarding the definition and enforcement of 'snipe signs' on public property.

• Adoption of the Lauderdale Lakes Comprehensive Plan 2050
• Adoption of the 2024 Evaluation and Appraisal (EAR) report
• Text amendment to Section 903 and Subsection 911.1 regarding 'snipe signs'
• Discussion of city codes for zoning, public safety, and land use
• Update to the Planning and Zoning Board Rules and Procedures Manual

Budget Advisory Committee

The Lauderdale Lakes Budget Advisory Committee will convene to consider items listed on the agenda, including old business, new business, future agenda items (workplan), and any petitions from the public. No specific proposals, contracts, or dollar amounts are detailed in the agenda.

• Old Business
• New Business
• Future agenda items (workplan)
• Petitions from the public

Approval Of Minutes From Previous Meeting

The City Commission will discuss amending the FY2024-25 budget and approve several service contracts. The body is also reviewing grant applications for senior and youth programs and a new mortgage assistance program design.

• Ordinance 2025-007: Budget amendment of $1,123,750.00 for real property at 4301 NW 48th Avenue and other funds
• Resolution 2025-066: Sole source purchase of an aquatic weed harvester for $89,515.00
• Resolution 2025-068: $272,689.00 agreement for Alzheimer's Disease Initiative services
• Resolution 2025-070: $144,018.00 grant for 2025 "MOST" Summer Camp with a $9,595.00 city match
• Resolution 2025-072: Up to $3,000.00 for Lauderdale Lakes Chamber of Commerce Meet and Greet

Economic Development Advisory Board

The Economic Development Advisory Board will approve minutes from the April 14, 2025 meeting. It will discuss a new Business Development Assistance Grant Program. The board will review upcoming activities and announce a Business Finance Basics Workshop.

• Approval of minutes from April 14, 2025
• Discussion of Business Development Assistance Grant Program
• Review of upcoming activities
• Announcement of Business Finance Basics Workshop

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The City Commission will hold a workshop to discuss several administrative items, including the procurement of cloud software and the hiring process for a new City Manager. The body will also review proposed changes to sign regulations and discuss the creation of a Veteran's Park.

• Proposed purchase of OpenGov Cloud Software from Carahsoft not to exceed $262,233.60
• Proposed text amendment to Land Development Regulations to increase enforcement against 'snipe signs'
• Discussion regarding the process and procedure for hiring a new City Manager
• Discussion regarding the creation of a Veteran's Park
• Review of costs paid to 'That DJ Chris' for city event services from January 2023 to April 2025

Historic Preservation Board

The Lauderdale Lakes Historic Preservation Board will approve minutes from its April 10, 2025 meeting and address several new business items. Topics include a tour of the Sam Brown Room, scheduling its opening, and a discussion of the 2025 Broward County Pioneer. The board will also continue its ongoing discussion about recognizing residents who are 85 years old and over.

• Tour of the Sam Brown Room
• Schedule of dates for Sam Brown Room opening
• Discussion regarding 2025 Broward County Pioneer
• Discussion regarding recognition of residents 85 years old and over (ongoing)

Planning And Zoning Board

The board will review the final draft of the Rules and Procedures Manual and continue discussions regarding its budget. The meeting also includes a resolution for the 2025 meeting calendar and orientation for board members.

• Resolution for the 2025 Planning and Zoning Board meeting calendar
• Approval of the Planning and Zoning Board Rules and Procedures Manual (Final draft)
• Discussion regarding the Planning and Zoning Board budget
• Orientation for advisory board members by the City Attorney

Budget Advisory Committee

The Lauderdale Lakes Budget Advisory Committee will hear a Capital Improvement Program update from the Public Works Director, develop an agenda for a joint meeting with the Commission, and examine FY 2025 budget recommendations to make revisions for FY 2026. The committee will also plan a public outreach campaign using door hangers and online announcements to encourage resident attendance at future meetings.

• PW Director presents update on Capital Improvement Program (CIP) projects
• Create agenda for a joint meeting with the Commission
• Review FY 2025 budget recommendations and consider revisions for FY 2026
• Develop campaign (door hangers, website, Facebook) to boost attendance at Budget Advisory Board meetings

Approval Of Minutes From Previous Meeting

The Lauderdale Lakes City Commission will approve minutes from the April 7 and 8 meetings, hear public petitions, and consider several ordinances and resolutions. A key action is the approval of Resolution 2025-062, authorizing up to $863,663 for an interlocal agreement with Broward County to fund the NW 36th Terrace Improvements project. Additional resolutions include support for the 2025 Men's Health Expo at Willie Webb Sr. Park and ratification of the Financial Services Department’s activity reports for December‑March 2025.

• Resolution 2025-062: Interlocal agreement up to $863,663 for NW 36th Terrace Improvements project
• Resolution 2025-063: Approval to co‑host the 2025 Men's Health Expo on June 28 at Willie Webb Sr. Park
• Resolution 2025-064: Ratify Financial Services Department activity reports for Dec‑Mar 2025
• Approval of minutes from the April 7 and April 8, 2025 City Commission meetings
• Public petitions and consideration of ordinances on first and second reading

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The City Commission will hold a workshop to discuss several administrative and financial items. Key topics include a proposed budget amendment, the process for hiring a new City Manager, and various service contracts.

• Proposed budget amendment of $1,123,750.00 for the General Fund, Alzheimer Care Center Fund, and CDBG Fund
• Discussion on the process for hiring a new City Manager
• Proposed $89,515.00 sole source purchase of an Aquatic Weed Harvester from Weedoo Greenboat, Inc.
• Discussion on a piggyback contract with Westway Towing, Inc. for towing and wrecker services
• Discussion regarding the Pilot Eviction Prevention Program

Minutes From Previous Meeting

The Lauderdale Lakes Community Redevelopment Agency will consider three resolutions. Resolution 2025-006 will ratify the March 2025 Period 6 financial activity report. Resolutions 2025-007 and 2025-008 will authorize execution of Residential Preservation and Enhancement Program agreements with Paul Young and Cheryl Tucker‑Young for up to $27,400 at 2951 NW 43 Terrace, and with Marquis Johnson for up to $53,756 at 3961 NW 31 AVENUE. The agenda also includes standard reports and a limited public comment period.

• CRA Resolution 2025-006: ratify the March 2025 Period 6 financial activity report.
• CRA Resolution 2025-007: authorize execution of a Residential Preservation and Enhancement Program agreement with Paul Young and Cheryl Tucker‑Young, up to $27,400, for the property at 2951 NW 43 Terrace.
• CRA Resolution 2025-008: authorize execution of a Residential Preservation and Enhancement Program agreement with Marquis Johnson, up to $53,756, for the property at 3961 NW 31 AVENUE.
• Executive Director Report: monthly CRA activities for March 2025.
• Public Comment: limited to 2 minutes per participant.

Economic Development Advisory Board

The Lauderdale Lakes Economic Development Advisory Board will meet on April 14, 2025 at 8:30 AM. The agenda includes approval of the March 10, 2025 minutes and discussions on eminent domain, the city’s marketing campaign procedures, and the Business Development Assistance program. No specific decisions are noted in the agenda.

• Approval of EDAB minutes from March 10, 2025
• Discussion regarding eminent domain
• Discussion of the city’s marketing campaign procedures
• Discussion regarding Business Development Assistance program

Historic Preservation Board

The Historic Preservation Board will consider a request to the Planning and Zoning Board to dedicate Lauderdale Lakes Middle School as a place of historical significance. The board will also hear an update on an application to the Broward County Historical Preservation Board for dedicating historic sites within the city, and discuss ongoing recognition of residents 85 years old and over. A tour of the Sam Brown Room is also scheduled.

• Request permission from the Planning and Zoning Board to dedicate Lauderdale Lakes Middle School as a place of historical significance
• Tour of the Sam Brown Room
• Update on submitting an application to the Broward County Historical Preservation Board to dedicate historical sites within the city
• Discussion regarding recognition of residents 85 years old and over (ongoing)
• Future meeting scheduled for May 8, 2025 at 6 p.m.

Approval Of Minutes From Previous Meeting

The Lauderdale Lakes City Commission will approve the minutes from the March 18, 24 and 25 meetings, consider a historic preservation board amendment, and vote on several resolutions. One resolution authorizes a sole‑source contract of up to $58,367.24 for printing and mailing services with Tropical Mailing Solutions LLC. Additional resolutions address the use of the city logo for a Farm Share Drive and a Women of Veterans Affairs garage sale event.

• Approval of March 18, March 24, and March 25, 2025 City Commission meeting minutes
• Ordinance 2025-006 amending the duties of the Historic Preservation Board
• Resolution 2025-047 authorizing up to $58,367.24 for printing and mailing services with Tropical Mailing Solutions LLC
• Resolution 2025-056 approving use of the city logo for a Farm Share Drive requested by Broward County Commissioner Hazelle Rogers
• Resolution 2025-060 approving use of the city logo for the Women of Veterans Affairs garage sale at Vincent Torres Park, 4331 NW 36th St., on April 26, 2025

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The City Commission Workshop will discuss a series of video‑recorded agenda items, including a men's health and wellness expo, a request for a Congresswoman's mobile office, and the execution of an interlocal agreement for surtax‑funded transportation improvements on NW 36th Terrace. Additional topics include rental property registration and fee structure, amendment of the Swim Central agreement, hiring a new city manager, street advertisement signs, and code enforcement positions. The meeting also includes a review of the April 8, 2025 City Commission meeting agenda video.

• Execution of interlocal agreement between Broward County and the City of Lauderdale Lakes for surtax‑funded municipal transportation related to the NW 36th Terrace Improvements project
• Discussion of rental properties registration and fee structure (sponsored by Mayor Edwards Phillips)
• Amending and reinstating the Swim Central agreement between the City of Lauderdale Lakes and Broward County
• Discussion of the process and procedure for hiring a new City Manager (sponsored by Mayor Edwards Phillips)
• Discussion of street advertisement signs (sponsored by Mayor Edwards Phillips)

Planning And Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will meet to appoint officers and review previous meeting minutes. The board will discuss its budget, member training, and the creation of a Rules and Procedures Manual.

• Appointment of Board Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary
• Discussion regarding the Planning and Zoning Board budget
• Discussion regarding the development of a Rules and Procedures Manual
• Discussion regarding Board member training
• Discussion regarding changing the meeting date

Civil Service Board

The Civil Service Board is meeting to discuss the appointment of a fifth member to serve a 3-year term. The remainder of the agenda consists of procedural items.

• Appointment of a fifth Civil Service Board member for a 3-year term

Approval Of Minutes From Previous Meeting

The Lauderdale Lakes City Commission will approve the minutes from its March meetings and consider several ordinances and resolutions. Items include a school‑zone speed‑limit enforcement ordinance, an amendment to the Historic Preservation Board duties, and a grant to upgrade the Alzheimer’s Care Center. The commission also will make appointments to advisory boards and authorize a printing‑services contract.

• Resolution 2025-046: Authorize $100,000 Florida Blue grant for Alzheimer’s Care Center upgrades
• Ordinance 2025-005: Enforce school‑zone speed limits using speed‑detection systems
• Ordinance 2025-006: Amend duties of the Historic Preservation Board
• Resolution 2025-047: Approve contract with Tropical Mailing Solutions LLC for printing and mailing services
• Resolution 2025-042: Appoint Ms. Daphne Edwards to the Economic Development Advisory Board

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The City Commission Workshop will review several video‑recorded items, including a discussion of a proposed ordinance and community programs. A key agenda item is the review of the Mortgage Assistance Program and Minor Home Repair Program, which would use $882,180 of ARPA funds reallocated from the broadband program in equal $441,090 portions. The commission will also discuss other community events and staff matters.

• Discussion of proposed ordinance(s)
• Women of Veterans Affairs Garage Sale Event (sponsored by Commissioner Maxwell‑Williams)
• Men's Health and Wellness Expo (sponsored by Commissioner Harrison)
• Mortgage Assistance Program and Minor Home Repair Program using $882,180 ARPA funds ($441,090 each)
• Broward County request to use city logo for Farmshare Drive on April 18, 2025

Statement Of Purpose Of The Special Meeting

The Lauderdale Lakes City Commission will consider Resolution 2025-041 to accept the City Manager’s voluntary resignation effective March 18, 2025, waive the notice requirement, and designate an acting City Manager. The agenda also includes routine items such as call to order, roll call, and other matters by unanimous consent. No additional substantive business is listed.

• Resolution 2025-041: Accept resignation of City Manager without cause and waive notice requirement
• Designation of an acting City Manager following the resignation
• Consideration of business contained in the call for special meeting

Minutes From Previous Meeting

The Lauderdale Lakes Community Redevelopment Agency meeting will review minutes from the February 18, 2025 meeting and receive reports from the Executive Director and Finance Director. Commissioners will consider CRA Resolution 2025-004 to ratify the City Manager’s filing of the February 2025 financial activity report. They will also consider CRA Resolution 2025-005 to approve a modified Commercial Facade Improvement Program.

• CRA Resolution 2025-004: ratify the City Manager’s filing of the February 2025 (Period 5) financial activity report
• CRA Resolution 2025-005: approve a modified Commercial Facade Improvement Program
• Executive Director report highlighting CRA activities and projects for February 2025
• Finance Director report on the agency’s fiscal activity for February 2025

Historic Preservation Board

The board will elect a Chair, Vice-Chair, and Secretary. Members will also discuss an update regarding amendments to the city ordinance concerning the board's duties and the recognition of residents aged 85 and over.

• Election of Chair, Vice-Chair, and Secretary
• Update on amending the city ordinance relative to the board's duties
• Discussion regarding recognition of residents 85 years old and over

Budget Advisory Committee

The Lauderdale Lakes Budget Advisory Committee will meet on March 12, 2025 to discuss updates on FY 2025 capital projects, departmental vacant positions, and the FY 2025 financial status. The agenda includes approval of minutes from the February 12, 2025 meeting and a segment for petitions from the public. No specific decisions or contracts are detailed in the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from February 12, 2025 meeting
• FY 2025 Capital Projects Update
• Vacant Positions by Departments
• FY 2025 Financial Update
• Petitions from the public

Approval Of Minutes From Previous Meeting

The City Commission will consider the removal of the City Manager and the designation of an Acting City Manager. The body is also deciding on school zone speed detection and various board appointments.

• Resolution 2025-047: Approving the departure of the City Manager and designating an Acting City Manager
• Ordinance 2025-005: Incorporating enforcement of school zone speed limits using speed detection systems
• Resolution 2025-045: Accepting a $100,000 grant from Florida Blue for Alzheimer's Care Center upgrades
• Resolution 2025-044: Urging state legislation for public records exemptions for certain municipal employees
• Resolution 2025-046: Requesting a decrease in property insurance premiums for home and condo owners

Economic Development Advisory Board

The Economic Development Advisory Board will meet to discuss eminent domain and long-term goals and objectives. The board will also review minutes from the February 14, 2025 meeting.

• Discussion regarding eminent domain
• Discussion of long-term goals and objectives

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The Lauderdale Lakes City Commission Workshop will review proposed ordinance(s) and hold video‑based discussions on several community topics. Items include the Jamaican Independence Event, the role of the Mayor and Commission, an update on the Code Compliance Division, and expenditures for the Black Excellence Parade and Festival. A report will also cover a public petition, an HLMP application, and recent shootings near city parks.

• Discussion of proposed ordinance(s)
• Discussion regarding Jamaican Independence Event (sponsored by Commissioner Maxwell-Williams)
• Discussion on the role of the Mayor and Commission (sponsored by Vice Mayor Causwell)
• Update on Code Compliance Division (sponsored by Vice Mayor Causwell)
• Discussion on Black Excellence Parade and Festival expenditures (sponsored by Vice Mayor Causwell)

Planning And Zoning Board

The Lauderdale Lakes Planning and Zoning Board will hold its regular meeting on February 27, 2025 at 6:00 PM in the City Hall commission chambers. The agenda does not list any specific rezoning, contract, ordinance, or fee items for discussion or decision. The notice includes procedural information about appeal rights and how to request auxiliary aids for the meeting.

Approval Of Minutes From Previous Meeting

The Lauderdale Lakes City Commission will approve minutes from the February 10 and 11 meetings, consider public petitions, and adopt Ordinance 2025-005 to enforce school‑zone speed limits with speed‑detection systems. It will also vote on several resolutions, including a $501,261 increase in Community Development Block Grant funding for the Minor Home Repair Program, multiple Reef Plaza redevelopment approvals, and procurement contracts for digital copiers and gym equipment.

• Resolution 2025-034: Approve increased CDBG funding to $501,261 for the Minor Home Repair Program
• Ordinance 2025-005: Amend Sec. 86‑5 to enforce school‑zone speed limits using speed‑detection systems
• Resolutions 2025-030 to 2025-033: Approve Reef Plaza redevelopment actions (replat, storage tank, 12 variances, major site‑plan revision)
• Resolution 2025-036: Authorize up to $20,000 annual contract with Ricoh USA, Inc. for leased digital copiers
• Resolution 2025-037: Authorize purchase of gym equipment for Willie Webb Senior Park up to $58,787.09

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The City Commission Workshop will discuss several topics, including a recommendation for an at-large member (Neil Ramsay) to the Economic Development Advisory Board. It will also consider urging the Florida Legislature to grant public records exemptions for municipal clerks and employees involved in elections and code enforcement. Additional discussions cover the continued use of Tropical Mailing Solutions for Lakes News, legislative priorities for 2025, the City Manager position, a forensic audit, and a capital improvement program update for FY2024-25.

• Discussion of recommendation for an at-large member (Neil Ramsay) to the Economic Development Advisory Board
• Discussion of urging Florida Legislature for public records exemption for municipal clerks and employees
• Discussion of continued use of Tropical Mailing Solutions for Lakes News printing and mailing services
• Discussion of legislative priorities for the 2025 Florida legislation
• Capital Improvement Program (CIP) plan progress update for FY2024-25

Statement Of Purpose Of The Special Meeting

The Lauderdale Lakes City Commission will consider Resolution 2025-027, which would authorize the City Manager to participate in a public sale of the property at 4301 NW 48th Avenue. The resolution would also permit the city to expend public funds not exceeding $1,600,000 for bid participation and a possible purchase. The public sale is scheduled for February 20, 2025 at 10:00 a.m.

• Resolution 2025-027 authorizing City Manager to proceed with the public sale
• Public sale of 4301 NW 48th Avenue set for February 20, 2025 at 10:00 a.m.
• Expenditure limit of up to $1,600,000 for bid participation and prospective purchase
• Purpose: participation in public bid proceedings for the property
• Special City Commission meeting agenda item for this resolution

Minutes From Previous Meeting

The Lauderdale Lakes Community Redevelopment Agency will vote on a resolution to modify its Residential Preservation and Enhancement Program. The meeting also includes reports from the Executive Director and Finance Director and a continued discussion of the Commercial Facade Improvement Program.

• CRA Resolution 2025-002 ratifying the City Manager’s filing of the agency’s FY2025 Period 4 Financial Activity Report
• Executive Director report highlighting CRA activities and projects for January 2025
• Finance Director report ratifying the January 2025 Financial Activity Report
• Old Business: discussion of the Commercial Facade Improvement Program design
• CRA Resolution 2025-003 approving a modified Residential Preservation and Enhancement Program

Economic Development Advisory Board

The board will meet to conduct organizational business, including the election of officers and the swearing in of board members. The agenda contains no specific policy proposals or project decisions.

• Election of Officers
• Swearing In of Board Members

Budget Advisory Committee

The Budget Advisory Committee will hold elections for Chair, Vice-Chair, and Secretary. The body will also discuss the FY2025 financial update and the FY2026 budget process and calendar.

• Election of Chair, Vice-Chair, and Secretary
• FY2025 Financial Update
• FY2026 Budget Calendar and Budget Process

Approval Of Minutes From Previous Meeting

The Lauderdale Lakes City Commission will first approve the minutes from its January meetings. It will then consider several resolutions, including appointing members to advisory boards, creating a Business Development Assistance Program, and authorizing contracts for equipment, technology, and additional law‑enforcement staff. The most financially significant item is the resolution to purchase a backhoe loader for up to $170,774.15.

• Approve January 27 and 28, 2025 City Commission meeting minutes
• Authorize purchase of one backhoe loader (up to $170,774.15) from Dobbs Equipment, LLC
• Authorize contract with Tyler Technologies for ERP services (up to $90,000 per fiscal year)
• Approve hiring of two additional deputy officers under the FY23 COPS Hiring Program
• Create the Business Development Assistance Program to help local businesses purchase equipment

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The City Commission will hold a workshop to review the February 11 meeting agenda and discuss proposed ordinances. The body will also consider the fiscal year 2025-26 budget calendar and legal options for properties with large outstanding liens.

• Presentation by Chase Bank regarding a new location in the community
• Discussion of the proposed Fiscal Year 2025-26 budget calendar
• Discussion on cancelling the March 10 and March 11 meetings for the NLC Congressional City Conference
• Review of City Attorney assistance with code enforcement processes and outstanding liens
• Discussion of legal options for three properties with large outstanding liens

Approval Of Minutes From Previous Meeting

The Lauderdale Lakes City Commission will approve minutes from the January 13 and 14 meetings and hear public petitions. Commissioners will consider several second‑reading ordinances, including a $101,000 budget amendment for mayor and commission salaries and changes to the procurement code and towing franchise fee. The agenda also includes consent‑agenda resolutions appointing members to advisory boards and authorizing contracts for a comprehensive plan update, a park renovation, and a geothermal pool heating unit.

• Ordinance 2025-001: $101,000 amendment to FY2024‑25 budget for mayor and commission salary increase and hurricane loss mitigation fund
• Ordinance 2025-002: amendment to the procurement code adding the Target Market Program
• Ordinance 2025-003: repeal of the towing services franchise fee provision
• Resolution 2025-014: authorize up to $106,000 task order to Kimley‑Horn for comprehensive plan modifications
• Resolution 2025-016: authorize $338,645.33 contract with Shiff Construction for Willie Webb Senior Park renovation

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The Lauderdale Lakes City Commission Workshop on Jan. 27, 2025 will hold discussions on several items, including a presentation by the Children’s Services Council on an asset‑based community development initiative funded by the Promise Neighborhood Grant, mayor and commission special initiatives, a recommendation for an at‑large member (Taj McGill) to the Economic Development Advisory Board, conceptual design alternatives for the NW 50th Avenue Improvements Project, and the School Zone Camera Surveillance Program. Public petitions will also be received.

• Presentation by Children’s Services Council on ABCD initiative funded by Promise Neighborhood Grant
• Discussion of Mayor and Commission special initiatives
• Recommendation for at‑large member Taj McGill to Economic Development Advisory Board
• Discussion of conceptual design alternatives for NW 50th Avenue Improvements Project
• Discussion of School Zone Camera Surveillance Program

Planning And Zoning Board

The Lauderdale Lakes Planning and Zoning Board will hold its regular meeting on Jan. 23, 2025 at City Hall. No specific rezoning, contract, ordinance, or fee items are listed on the agenda. The agenda consists only of procedural notices about record requests and auxiliary aid contacts.

Minutes From Previous Meeting

The Lauderdale Lakes Community Redevelopment Agency will ratify its November and December 2024 financial activity reports. Commissioners will discuss proposed modifications to the Commercial Facade Improvement Program. They will also consider changes to the Residential Preservation and Enhancement Program. Public comment is limited to two minutes per speaker.

• Ratify CRA Resolution 2025-001 for November and December 2024 financial activity reports
• Discussion of proposed modifications to the Commercial Facade Improvement Program
• Discussion of proposed changes to the Residential Preservation and Enhancement Program
• Public comment limited to two minutes per participant

Approval Of Minutes From Previous Meeting

The Lauderdale Lakes City Commission will approve minutes from its December 2024 meetings, hear public petitions, and consider several ordinances and resolutions. Key items include a $101,000 budget amendment for mayor and commissioner salaries and hurricane loss mitigation, changes to the procurement code, and the repeal of a towing franchise fee. The commission will also authorize contracts for engineering, landscape design, and a fire‑rescue rate study.

• Ordinance 2025-001: FY 2024‑25 budget amendment of $101,000 for mayor/commissioner salaries and hurricane loss mitigation fund
• Ordinance 2025-002: amendment to the Procurement Code adding Local Business Preference and a Target Market Program
• Ordinance 2025-003: repeal of the charter provision authorizing a franchise fee for towing services
• Resolution 2025-001: task order to Kimley‑Horn and Associates for bridgefront wall design services, not to exceed $74,995
• Resolution 2025-003: award to Stantec Consulting Services for fire‑rescue special assessment rate study, not to exceed $32,287

Economic Development Advisory Board

The Lauderdale Lakes Economic Development Advisory Board will meet on Jan. 13, 2025. The board will approve the minutes from its Dec. 12, 2024 meeting, hear a progress report on bus grants, and consider the Business Development Assistance Grant Program. It will also receive any public petitions and set future agenda items.

• Approval of minutes from Dec. 12, 2024 meeting
• Bus Grants Progress Report
• Business Development Assistance Grant Program
• Petitions from the public

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The Lauderdale Lakes City Commission will discuss amending the Historic Preservation Board's duties to include designating historic sites. It will consider authorizing a Meet & Greet event for the Economic Development Advisory Board and approving a Memorandum of Understanding with North Broward Hospital District for the "Stay Healthy Together" program. The commission will also review a proposal to create a Business Development Assistance Program for local businesses.

• Amend duties of the Historic Preservation Board to include designating historic sites within the city
• Authorize the Economic Development Advisory Board to host a Meet & Greet event in March 2025, with city-covered expenses
• Authorize the City Manager to sign an MOU with North Broward Hospital District d/b/a Broward Health for the "Stay Healthy Together" program
• Authorize creation of the Business Development Assistance Program to help business owners purchase equipment
• Discussion of Unifest (sponsored by Vice Mayor Causwell and Commissioner Maxwell-Williams)

Economic Development Advisory Board

The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. The board will review minutes from December 12, 2024, and include an announcement regarding the Black Excellence Parade & Festival.

• Approval of December 12, 2024 meeting minutes
• Announcement: Black Excellence Parade & Festival

Historic Preservation Board

The Lauderdale Lakes Historic Preservation Board will meet on Jan. 9, 2025. The board will discuss a possible amendment to the city’s historic preservation ordinance that defines the board’s duties. It will also consider ongoing recognition of residents aged 85 and older. The meeting includes routine items such as approval of prior minutes and public petitions.

• Discussion regarding amending the city’s current ordinance relative to the Historic Preservation Board’s duties
• Discussion regarding recognition of residents 85 years old and over (ongoing)
• Approval of minutes from the November 14, 2024 Historic Preservation Board meeting
• Petitions from the public