Dear Community Members,
Broward County Emergency Orders
OCTOBER 2020
Broward County’s positive COVID cases have reduced significantly, the number of deaths are down and there has been a decrease in hospitalizations in the past couple weeks. I want to thank our residents, businesses, and visitors for continuing to stay safe during this pandemic. Do not let your guard down and keep up the great work!
The most recent Emergency Order 20-27 earlier this month caused some confusion for all as the County tried to embrace the Governor’s Executive Order 20-244 and entering into the Phase 3 plan for reopening. Over the past couple weeks, I have been working closely with County Administration to clear up many of the outstanding issues that have been brought to
my attention. The Commission has been advised that
County Administration is working diligently with our
County Attorney to issue the next Emergency Order that
will clarify much of the confusion. Please rest assured that I am and will continue to advocate for your needs and during this pandemic and beyond. As soon as the new Emergency Order is released, I will provide you with all the details. Stay tuned! Additionally, let’s continue to do our part in staying safe.
Safe Voting Measures
The County Commission has had a lot of discussion on the safety measures that should be in place for this upcoming election. Broward County’s Supervisor of Elections (SOE) has worked diligently to make sure voters feels safe whether you plan to vote by mail, visit an early voting site or vote on Election Day. Provided below are several of these measures and recommendations for voters this election cycle.
In-Person Voting Health Protection and Recommendations
Commissioner Fisher joins his colleagues at the October 6 Commission Meeting wearing pink to recognize Breast Cancer Awareness Month
WHAT THE VOTER SHOULD DO:
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Before arriving to vote, confirm your address and
other voting information. Call (954) 357-7050 or visit
www.browardsoe.org
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Before arriving, study a sample ballot. You may bring
a sample ballot with you to help cast your ballot
quickly
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Avoid touching your mouth or face inside the polling
location to help maintain sanitation during the voting
process
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Limit discussion inside the polling location to help
protect your fellow voters and poll workers; and
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Be mindful that Broward County has an ordinance
requiring a face covering in all public places. You should bring a mask to vote; however, masks are available upon request at each polling location.
SOE WILL:
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Provide clean voting locations and temperature
tested, masked poll workers.
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Provide hand sanitizer to all voters entering the
polling location and courtesy masks if needed.
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Provide contact-free voter check-in and plastic-
encased pens that may be taken with you after
voting.
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Provide speedy access to your ballot and sufficient,
distanced voting privacy booths to reduce time
within the polling location; and
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Ensure privacy booths are located to facilitate social
distancing and cleaned throughout the day.
For more information you can visit www.BrowardSOE.org or www.Broward.org/Vote2020.
Beach Renourishment
As previously reported, The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers plans to start construction of a post-Hurricane Irma repair project in Pompano Beach, Lauderdale-By-The-Sea, and Fort Lauderdale. The project is estimated to place approximately 387,800 cubic yards of upland sand along the shoreline, with 100% cost share by the federal government. Temporary beach construction access point closures will be necessary and public access will be restricted on the beach area directly under construction; however, all efforts will be made to accommodate beach access to residents and guests, while assuring safe construction operations.
Broward County is hosting a public outreach meeting is scheduled for October 30, 2020, from 11AM to 12PM via online webinar. Questions can be emailed to Resilience@Broward.org and you can register to attend this virtual workshop by clicking below or visiting www.Broward.org/BeachRenourishment.
REGISTER TODAY!
Resilience Roundtable
In early October Broward County Leaders gathered together virtually for a county-wide discussion of the state of our resilience planning needs and forthcoming activities with participation from local leaders, government administrators and our business community. During the roundtable, officials referred to the Business Case for Resilience for Southeast Florida Report which was organized by the Southeast Florida Regional Climate Change Compact. The study provides a clear analysis of the return-on-investment (ROI) associated with systemic (examples: seawalls, beaches, dunes, raised roadways) and building (examples: elevating, flood proofing) adaptation. It is interesting to note, that the study reveals a positive ROI for both systemic and building level adaptation strategies for county-wide resilient efforts.
To learn more about the county’s work on building resilient communities please visit www.broward.org/Climate.
Broward Housing Council Workshop
As a Broward County Commissioner, I have been appointed to the Broward Housing Council which holds an annual workshop in the fall for community members to learn about housing issues and possible solutions. Due to the pandemic, this year’s workshop will be a half-day virtual event. I would like to invite anyone that is interested to learn about affordable housing innovations in our community to register to attend through the link below.
REGISTER HERE
You can also visit www.broward.org/BrowardHousingCouncil to register or for more information on the
great work being done by the council.
As always, it is an honor to serve each and every one of you. If I can be of any assistance, please contact me at 954-357-7004 or LFisher@broward.org. Follow me on Twitter and Facebook.
Commissioner Lamar Fisher Lamar P. Fisher
Stay safe and be well! Best regards,
Lamar P. Fisher
Broward County Commissioner District 4