City Update 9.4.20 - SpringbrookGardens

Who We Are

Springbrook Gardens was a private residence condominium building in the Central Beach district of Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

Our Association

Established in 1979, the Springbrook Gardens Condominium Association (Springbrook Gardens, Inc.) is held in a trust by a Termination Trustee as per Section 718.117(10)(a), Florida Statutes.

Redevelopment Opportunity

Springbrook Gardens is available for redevelopment. This premier property offers a blank canvas in a highly sought-after location. It is ideal for visionary developers aiming to create a landmark project. Springbrook Gardens represents a rare chance to reshape local community infrastructure. The site perfectly suits a modern, sustainable development that meets the evolving demands of the local market. Click here for more information.

Where We Are

The property is located in the Central Beach District of Fort Lauderdale Beach at the corner of North Birch Rd and Sebastian St, directly on the Intracoastal waterway and only one block from the A1A Scenic and Historic Coastal Highway and the Atlantic Ocean.

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Our History

The Legacy, Challenges, and Ultra-Luxury Transformation of Fort Lauderdale's Iconic Waterfront Parcel

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Mid-Century Modern Design

Erected during Fort Lauderdale's mid-century coastal development wave, the structure served as a foundational luxury fixture two blocks from the beach line. Click here to learn about the design style.

Details: Last Updated: 10 September 2020

Dear Neighbors,

Happy Friday! Today begins the start of Labor Day weekend - a time to relax and recharge while celebrating the working families of our nation. To prevent another spike in COVID-19 cases, please remain diligent throughout the weekend and continue to wear a mask and social distance even during outdoor gatherings. Thank you for doing your part and keeping our cases low!

Have a wonderful Labor Day weekend, stay safe and stay healthy!

How to safely celebrate Labor Day weekend during a pandemic

Lauderbriefs - First Budget Hearing action taken on September 3, 2020

The City of Fort Lauderdale will be hosting virtual Commission meetings using audio/video conferencing software until further notice. The public can listen to and view virtual meetings on FLTV, YouTube, Zoom, Comcast Channel 78, and AT&T U-verse Channel 99. To learn more about virtual City Commission meetings, including how to view agendas and sign up to speak, visit fortlauderdale.gov/vcmeetings.

In case you missed it, following are highlights from the First Budget Hearing on Thursday, September 3. The video is available at youtube.com/cityoffortlauderdale and the vote summary will be available this week at bit.ly/ftlccagendas.

FIRST BUDGET HEARING

Commission Adopts Tentative Millage Rate and Tentative Budget for Fiscal Year 2021 for Sunrise Key Neighborhood Improvement District

The City Commission passed on first reading resolutions adopting the tentative millage rate and tentative budget for the Sunrise Key Neighborhood Improvement District for Fiscal Year 2021. The Commission adopted a millage rate of 1.0000 mill on the dollar of taxable assessed valuation. Revenue generated from this millage rate is estimated at $136,652, which will support the Sunrise Key Neighborhood Improvement District budget for Fiscal Year 2021. For details, visit bit.ly/3bpAZZj.

Tentative Operating Millage Rate of 4.1193 Adopted for Fiscal Year 2021

The City Commission approved on first reading a tentative operating millage rate of $4.1193 per $1,000 of taxable value to fund operating expenditures for the Fiscal Year 2021 General Fund Budget. This marks the 14th consecutive year that the millage rate has not been increased. The Commission approved a tentative debt service millage rate of 0.2218 which will generate revenue to pay for four separate general obligation bonds including the recently passed Public Safety Bond, which is funding the construction of a new Police headquarters, and the Parks Bond, which is being used for citywide improvements to parks and recreation facilities. For details, visit bit.ly/32SsDpi.

Tentative Five-Year Community Investment Plan (CIP) Adopted

The City Commission unanimously adopted on first reading the tentative Five-Year Community Investment Plan (CIP), a planning document that sets forth the City’s capital improvement objectives to ensure that municipal facilities and infrastructure improvements are appropriate and adequate to serve the needs of our neighbors. The Five-Year CIP will appropriate more than $190 million in Fiscal Year 2021 for a variety of capital improvement projects including infrastructure improvements to water, sewer, and stormwater systems; replacing seawalls and bridges; electrical and lighting upgrades; street and roadway enhancements; and facility upgrades. For details, visit bit.ly/2F7SIs7.

Tentative Budget Approved for Fiscal Year 2021

The City Commission unanimously adopted on first reading the Tentative Budget for Fiscal Year 2021, beginning October 1, 2020, and ending September 30, 2021. The tentative all funds budget of $847,858,597 includes a millage rate of $4.1193 per $1,000 of taxable value and Fire Assessment Fee of $311 per residential dwelling. The tentative budget completely eliminates the Return on Investment (ROI) transfers from the Water, Sewer, and Wastewater Utility Funds to the General Fund. This represents a reduction of $20.4 million (since Fiscal Year 2018) in revenue to the General Fund. The budget is structurally balanced with ongoing revenues equal to ongoing expenses and does not utilize Fund Balance dollars or one-time budget balancing techniques. The budget includes funding to move the City Commission’s top priorities forward including: Homelessness and Housing Opportunities; Infrastructure; Comprehensive Plan and Downtown Master Plan Implementation; Waterway Quality; Transportation and Traffic; and Resiliency. For details, visit bit.ly/353rLRB.

Second Virtual Budget Hearing on September 14

The Second Virtual Budget Hearing will take place on Monday, September 14 at 5:01 p.m. The public can listen to and view the meeting on FLTV, YouTube, Zoom, Comcast Channel 78, and AT&T U-verse Channel 99. To learn more about virtual City Commission meetings, including how to view agendas and sign up to speak, visitfortlauderdale.gov/vcmeetings.

For More Information

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To view LauderBriefs on the City’s website, visit bit.ly/lauderbriefs.

Voting Information

Deadline to Register

The registration deadline to vote in the General Election is October 5.

Vote-by-Mail Ballot 'Send' Deadline

For absent stateside and overseas uniformed service member and overseas civilian voters (also known as UOCAVA voters), Supervisors of Elections send the ballots no later than 45 days before an election. The send period for the 2020 General Election is September 19.

For domestic voters, Supervisors of Elections send the ballots during a 7-day window between 40 and 33 days before an election. The send period for the 2020 General Election is September 24 - October 1.

The last day to request a mail-in ballot is October 24.

Early Voting Dates & Times

October 19 Through November 1

7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

You can drop off your mail-in ballot from October 19 - November 1 at any early voting location.

Election Day - November 3

7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Completed mail-in ballots can be dropped off at early voting sites. They cannot be dropped off at your precinct on Election Day unless you mean to dispose of the ballot and vote in person.

If you plan to mail your ballot, please do so by the second week of October and check the status of your ballot at browardsoe.org

Click here to locate an Early Voting Location

Click here to request your mail-in ballot for the Nov. 3 General Election

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Please do not hesitate to contact our District 2 Outreach Coordinator, Celia Gisleson, with any questions, comments or thoughtful suggestions cgisleson@fortlauderdale.gov or 954-828-5923.