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In the past six years, our city has faced many challenges. As a community, we worked hard to make it through those tough times to brighter days.I continue to work to be the leader you trust in challenging times. We get results — working together. When that major sewer line burst after years of prior […]

We are a city at the cutting-edge of environmental protection efforts.As your Mayor, I’ve focused on improving our beaches, green spaces, and waterways with incredible results. And people are taking notice! We were recently recognized nationally with a LEED Gold certification for Fort Lauderdale’s environmental practices. We’ve worked to keep our beaches clean, combat flooding, […]

When I started working for you as your Mayor, I wanted to make sure that we made Fort Lauderdale an even more wonderful place through smarter investments. One way I’ve been able to do that is by dedicating myself to working with the community to fix our city’s infrastructure for this and the next generation. […]

During my time as Mayor, we’ve been thoughtful and proactive about partnerships to make our city a center for progress and industry. We believe we can build a future in Fort Lauderdale where innovation and the economy grow hand-in-hand. One of our ongoing success stories is the Fort Lauderdale Studio Initiative. We’ve been working with […]

In my time as Mayor, our partnerships with the sporting world have brought global attention to Fort Lauderdale, bringing an economic boom for local businesses and new recreational opportunities for residents. Imagine, we have two of the best teams in the world playing for our city! This year, Inter Miami has already reached the playoffs […]

I’ve been out in Fort Lauderdale meeting with voters, and, just like me, they see the upcoming election as an important moment for our city. The campaign is well on its way, and I’m so honored to have all of your support as I move ahead. Recently, I attended the National Night Out, an evening […]

I’ve been out in Fort Lauderdale meeting with voters, and, just like me, they see the upcoming election as an important moment for our city. The campaign is well on its way, and I’m so honored to have all of your support as I move ahead. Recently, I attended the National Night Out, an evening […]

Fort Lauderdale is stepping up to tackle the homelessness issue head-on. We’re committed to reclaiming our streets and ensuring the safety and well-being of our community. While we believe in offering help to those who need it, we’re no longer tolerating behavior that jeopardizes public safety or quality of life. The City Commission and I […]

Monday, August 12, is the first day of school in Broward. As we say good-bye to summertime, I know our kids are ready for a fresh start. And this new school year is looking as bright as they are! We’ve done so much to make sure that Fort Lauderdale’s schools are providing students, teachers, and […]

It’s hard not to love Fort Lauderdale. Our city offers so much—year-round events, stunning weather, and beautiful beaches that draw visitors from all over the world. We’re not just growing; we’re thriving! I feel incredibly privileged to live here and honored to serve as your mayor. During my time as mayor, we faced a pandemic […]

When I was elected Mayor, I committed to growing employment opportunities in our city. Through hard work and innovative solutions, we have seen impressive progress.  In the past year, Fort Lauderdale added 3,200 jobs — an increase of 5% — double the countywide average. In the past, suburban growth was the main economic driver in […]

Equality, justice, and progress — those are foundational American values that we work to uphold today, 248 years after our forefathers signed the Declaration of Independence. That document established our nation as one of strong values and action by stating that all of us are created equal and have the right to life, liberty, and […]

I was thrilled to see our very own Florida Panthers bring home the coveted Stanley Cup trophy this week. What a great hockey season they had! We’re so proud that our team is the best in the NHL this year. It was a historic win that we won’t soon forget. To congratulate the Panthers, the […]

Each year on June 19th, we remember that two long years after Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation, word finally made it to Galveston, Texas to free the last enslaved people in the U.S. in 1865. Today, and every day, we celebrate Black history, culture, and community. Here in Fort Lauderdale, we are blessed to benefit from the […]

Our city has experienced phenomenal growth these past several years, and it has been our challenge to manage that growth in order to welcome new folks while at the same time maintaining the quality of life we have all come to expect and have enjoyed. Seeing Fort Lauderdale prosper has given me such pride, and […]

Happy Pride Month, everyone!! June has been the month in which the LGBTQ+ community has traditionally celebrated the achievements – and reflected on the challenges – that it has encountered over the years. It harkens back to that moment in time in which the community fought back against repression, particularly in New York in 1969, […]

I hope you’re having a peaceful Memorial Day, spending time with loved ones and enjoying the warm weather and sunshine. While this long weekend is a time to get together with family and friends, Memorial Day is also a somber time when we remember the courageous service-people who lost their lives in combat to protect […]

We are working toward making Fort Lauderdale an inclusive community that is affordable to all. South Florida continues to be a popular destination for young and old alike. For some, being able to afford our quality of life has become a challenge. That’s why, as your Mayor, I’ve worked hard toward the goal of ensuring […]

I want to wish our mothers a very Happy Mother’s Day. Today is a special time when we honor the mothers and mother figures in our lives. I know there are many women in my life whose love and support have carried me through the years. Whether you’re taking mom to watch aviation at its […]

It’s been my honor and my responsibility to keep a focus on public safety in Fort Lauderdale. As your Mayor, I take that job seriously. I’d like to share the many ways we’ve worked successfully to keep our community secure with public safety efforts that I will continue to expand upon as your Mayor. Expanding […]

This Earth Day, and every day, we know that it’s necessary to work to keep our planet healthy, in little ways and with big gestures. Since I became Mayor, I have prioritized finding ways that I could use my role to better protect our ecosystems and to make living in a more eco-conscious way easier […]

We know that driving in South Florida is often a challenge. As Mayor, my team has sought improvements to make sure Fort Lauderdale residents, commuters and visitors have an easier time driving here and upon reliable road conditions. In the post-COVID world, we have become a destination where growth has exceeded anyone’s expectations. Short of […]

During my time as Mayor, we’ve seen progress in Fort Lauderdale in many wonderful ways. I’m just so proud of the work we’ve done together to keep Fort Lauderdale a beautiful place to live. Here in South Florida, we need to be thinking ahead about the best ways to protect ourselves from flooding and infrastructure […]

I’m so proud to serve as your Mayor. It’s the greatest honor of my life to be able to serve you – and the city that I love so much. What’s next? I’m ready to continue being Mayor so we can carry on the work of improving our community. But I need your support to […]