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The resolution authorizing the incentive specifies the amount as a forgivable loan under the CRA’s development incentive program and delegates authority to the CRA executive director to execute related documents. The CRA meeting record shows a roll‑call approval: Commissioner Herbst, Vice Chair Glassman, Commissioner Beasley Pittman, Commissioner Sorensen and Chair Trentales each voted yes.

The board had earlier approved routine minutes for its March 18, 2025 meeting before taking the development incentive vote.

Ending: With the vote approved, staff may proceed with documentation under the development incentive program and execute the instruments authorized by the resolution, subject to the agreement terms.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","City Commission Conference Meeting & CRA Board Meeting on April 1, 2025","oneSentenceSummary","The Fort Lauderdale Community Redevelopment Agency board on April 1 approved a $1,000,000 forgivable loan under its development incentive program to Wright Consulting LLC for the Nexus LiveWork mixed‑use project; the board voted unanimously.","taxTitle","Fort Lauderdale, Broward County, Florida","taxId",4849,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6081998,"Fort Lauderdale and Broward County spar over tunnel vs. bridge language as New River Crossing talks continue",2390,5890000,8280000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2940116-d90d79359b82d87aec05b68f289a63df&start=5890&end=8280","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2940116-d90d79359b82d87aec05b68f289a63df/thumbnail_5890000.jpg","/articles/6081998/Fort-Lauderdale/Broward-County/Florida/Fort-Lauderdale-and-Broward-County-spar-over-tunnel-vs-bridge-language-as-New-River-Crossing-talks-continue","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6081998-9b5baa2370439e24e51b501b589c88f8/orig.mp4?Expires=1770678622&Signature=eji8YBwQ9MDgCEEeMlPB0Yy64SOsQVpu3v4JXWNLhEW236Znb-F9~l-ICygg9BCHhsFb2J~xbb09RrtshBu8HbUgM4k7Nk70UWIm5KdqlGKgYWwZL01Ys9y6RYLLevfHfKIPsZMbUoKkDxlddxTmmqvwNnf0TQsVwhpmBWK0WhvpOxjJsfZ8eLzkp8~92slvGNbQZU4uQzLsZMuApS1HllfrrG9Y0ky7YjEL2eh0SBQLfmGgZ4~C429Sj0j9kOBh09VyavmOTun~QaaMbghf6RKJ9BoTAjUhVsUZ7AKT6p4hPKitIhF8Gd5mQSallBH~uXL-sUm7H09jBPAa84XDMA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","City commissioners spent more than an hour April 1 debating draft resolution language and county comments about the New River Crossing project, focusing on a contentious clause the county asked be added that would acknowledge the county “may elect to include a bridge crossing” if the city could not provide a “viable tunnel alternative” by a target date.

Commissioner Sorensen objected strongly to any clause that could be construed as accepting a bridge and challenged county conditions and milestones she described as onerous. “I don't feel that that language that you want to include is going to ensure that our…goal of building a tunnel instead of a bridge is going to be assured,” she said, adding that such language “will be interpreted by the federal government as our acquiescing to a bridge alternative.”

Ben Rogers, acting assistant city manager, said city staff had shared a draft resolution with county staff and that the exhibit labeled “county feedback” contained suggested changes from county staff. Rogers and other staff proposed removing specific references to the county’s March 3 letter and tightening the city’s resolution to emphasize that the city wants to collaborate on a tunnel alternative and to report progress by a date the parties agree upon. Staff proposed adding a new section saying the city commission would collaborate with the county on a viable tunnel alternative and would report back to their respective boards by Oct. 1, 2025, or a later mutually agreed date.

Mayor and other commissioners pushed back on wording that could be read as conceding the bridge option; commissioners asked staff to remove references to the March 3 letter where it would bind the city to specific milestones and deadlines. Several commissioners said they wanted a firm statement that the city does not support a bridge while still committing to collaborate with the county on the tunnel effort.

Staff told the commission the county had requested an Oct. 1 update so the county could know whether to keep a “pencil down” on bridge work; staff also said they were preparing a revised walk‑on resolution for the evening meeting that would remove references that seemed to tie the city to the county’s March 3 drafting and add language about collaboration on a tunnel alternative and a reporting date.

Ending: City staff said they would prepare an amended resolution (to be presented as a walk‑on for the night meeting) that removes several county‑drafted clauses and emphasizes collaboration on a tunnel alternative with a reporting date; commissioners did not vote on a final resolution during the conference session.","Commissioners debated draft language April 1 after county feedback requested wording that would allow a bridge if a tunnel ‘‘cannot provide a viable alternative.’’ City commissioners said they would neither support a bridge nor acquiesce to language that could be read as such; staff will rework the resolution for the evening meeting.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6082002,"City staff warn new Florida immigration laws could impose unfunded enforcement mandates on local agencies",532,3368000,3900000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2940116-d90d79359b82d87aec05b68f289a63df&start=3368&end=3900","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2940116-d90d79359b82d87aec05b68f289a63df/thumbnail_3368000.jpg","/articles/6082002/Fort-Lauderdale/Broward-County/Florida/City-staff-warn-new-Florida-immigration-laws-could-impose-unfunded-enforcement-mandates-on-local-agencies","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6082002-33802bfd426a2ccedc89b252d0101c9b/orig.mp4?Expires=1770678622&Signature=UIv8zekdhygbSs76si1nPASBpyYdHm1Bl2RCv9Eb56Jarfhx8en1yuQqC~bDKxhRH0YfRH66FlNLo8ehCfASf2LOJ46-2lnSLwg4BftJwHoQWDGL~LMCYEd5d~-~1tlZ2HMVcEwF2Hcqaiyyuz5RAXNR8XS1GdaK14iCjsz88~qVLobuefJ7MWhYYJlS5vx6F79K7YfcsatGBySOI8qDDBBsOEURJWsf8efKi7hu3av2dTNPXRuoWOYIgefMkTfjDXMvgzZf1dwFwnc62mUMRBL07-wh9fTpORchXOZnSWPqtKJp9VgGGVNZJcOQC3mZmmbgSEudGnIRF90-sJ~b5g__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","City legal and public safety staff told the Fort Lauderdale City Commission on April 1 that recently enacted special‑session immigration provisions and related measures could create new obligations for local law enforcement and emergency services, while leaving local costs uncertain.

“Existing law provides a prohibition against any, state entity, law enforcement agency, or local entity from adopting or having in effect any sanctuary policies,” interim city attorney Dwayne told the commission. He said the new state language expands the definition to include actions that would “prohibit or prevent local law enforcement from participating in any program or an agreement authorized under section 287 of the Immigration and Nationality Act” (commonly referred to as 287(g)).

Dwayne said the statute does not explicitly require municipalities to enter 287(g) memoranda but that the Florida attorney general has taken the position that refusing to enter such a memorandum could be evidence a local government is enacting a prohibited sanctuary policy. He noted a lawsuit filed March 27 by the city of South Miami seeking a declaratory judgment asking a court to clarify whether municipalities must sign 287(g) memoranda.

Public safety staff described operational impacts they expect if local agencies must comply. A police chief summarized the immediate practical point: “The confinement in this regard would be primarily the sheriff,” meaning county jails, and noted that the city’s booking facilities are short‑term. Fire rescue and police officials told commissioners they expect a potential increase in workload for identifying and notifying federal authorities and that the statute creates training, reporting and notification requirements.

Staff identified several risks: increased operational costs amid uncertain funding, possible diversion of police and fire resources from routine duties, heightened community fear among undocumented residents (which could reduce willingness to report crimes or call for help), legal liability for wrongful detentions, and increased risk of biased policing without adequate training.

The legislation passed in February includes grant or incentive language; staff said the statewide allocation discussed at the briefing was nearly $300,000,000 for law enforcement implementation and training programs, but they cautioned that the application rules and eligibility (including whether an MOA must be signed before applying) were not settled. “You have to have signed one of these MOAs in order to be part of the tool, but you can qualify…without the full MOU endorsed at that time,” staff said, and committed to follow up with details.

Staff recommended that the city pursue clarifying language at the state level, seek federal and state funding to offset costs, and pursue protections or immunity for officers acting under 287(g) agreements. They emphasized that the county sheriff’s office operates the county detention facilities that the statute explicitly mentions, and that the task‑force models for cooperation with ICE vary.

Commissioners asked for follow‑up on the South Miami lawsuit and for clearer timelines and application rules for the grant funding. Staff said no formal request to sign a 287(g) memorandum had been received by the city at the time of the briefing and that the city would continue to monitor litigation and state guidance.

Ending: Staff said the briefing was informational and that they would return with further legal analysis and any recommended direction once federal and state guidance and grant rules are clarified.","City attorneys and public safety leaders briefed commissioners April 1 on Special Session C and related statutes requiring notification to federal authorities, potential mandatory participation in 287(g) agreements, increased penalties, and a state grant program; staff raised concerns about workload, community trust and legal risk.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6082007,"Fort Lauderdale staff outline mid‑session state budget wins, warn on several bills",215,1335000,1550000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2940116-d90d79359b82d87aec05b68f289a63df&start=1335&end=1550","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2940116-d90d79359b82d87aec05b68f289a63df/thumbnail_1335000.jpg","/articles/6082007/Fort-Lauderdale/Broward-County/Florida/Fort-Lauderdale-staff-outline-midsession-state-budget-wins-warn-on-several-bills","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6082007-e232efa915888fafa6d654766ded3bfd/orig.mp4?Expires=1770678622&Signature=SNhC7-YOA9B3GDeImXo5iRy9dcoV-9ltndZ19KzzkiMEH7PKOwLrH4tDBBVTV8R1phzedjru~5NKSP6Td7Am-VHBNXK82U9jNe7VZwfsHCLcAcYdo-SFlJ03YsOqeZ638bE6-PFh3~qZpGLstWmgEQY~NHRPW1V5zkIbc1b9xMuLM7RONn0ee-esG1AaPIIT8ke6dOJzCiF-4SNcIdVYyqIDsZTVJve9pWnQ4zEosoT~LI2iCLY0mJUWbnAeQZusKrf1LRf3Eopb8QHrsurczUzdrWs0f6g4LY~bYTmD2H3dI5mpUF~AwbuEXJpxnvfuyowi~xezxRbOhXoijtOQGg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Daphne Seinville, the city’s public affairs manager, told the Fort Lauderdale City Commission on April 1 that preliminary House and Senate base budgets show a roughly $4.4 billion difference and that several local projects have partial or full funding proposals in one chamber or the other.

Seinville said the Senate’s base is currently about $117,400,000,000 and the House’s about $112,900,000,000. “Before I get into the policy bills, I wanna talk money first because we like talking about money,” she said.

The mid‑session briefing matters because state appropriations and statutory changes debated in Tallahassee could advance or constrain projects and city operations. City staff said they are tracking about 305 bills this session that could relate to municipalities.

City funding requests that staff said were in play include: the Galt Mile Improvement Project (city requested $2,000,000; House $1,000,000, not in the Senate at the time of the briefing); roadway resurfacing (city requested $750,000; in the Senate for $750,000); a sidewalk repair and safety project (requested $750,000; in the Senate for $750,000); and the Las Olas Mobility Project (requested; House $500,000, Senate $1,000,000). Milosz Mysorevich, acting director of the Transportation and Mobility Department, said the Las Olas funding would be a portion of construction for the shops segment and that the shop segment’s cost is “probably around over $10,000,000.”

Other projects noted in Seinville’s update: a violence‑interruption program (city request $900,000; House $400,000, none in the Senate at that point); a growth opportunities program for education (requested $500,000; Senate $500,000 added shortly before the meeting); a homeless transitional housing project cosponsored with United Way (requested $1,000,000; House $500,000); and a Thirteenth Street bridge project with $500,000 in play.

Seinville also summarized bills city staff view as low‑risk and those that raise concerns. Examples she listed as not giving “heartburn” include House Bill 11 (municipal water and sewer utility rate provisions) and measures to create public‑records exemptions for municipal clerks and some administrators. Bills the city flagged as concerning include House Bill 301 (sovereign immunity changes that would raise statutory liability caps), proposals changing procurement and construction change‑order procedures (including strict written timelines for approval), and legislation that would limit local regulation of synthetic turf or change requirements for building permits after emergencies.

Seinville described a suite of housing‑related bills that staff are watching, including a package described as an expansion to the Live Local Act. She summarized the proposal as revising local land‑use rules to encourage multifamily and affordable housing by requiring administrative approval for qualifying projects, allowing accessory dwelling units, reducing parking requirements, and preempting local ordinances that would delay such developments.

Staff are also monitoring bills that would change impact‑fee rules and the scope and timeline for community redevelopment agencies (CRAs). One proposal would require existing CRAs to terminate by their charter expiration or by a fixed later date, prevent new CRA projects or debt after a specified date and bar creation of new CRAs after a cutoff date; city staff said the House and Senate drafts differ and that they are seeking clarifying amendments.

Seinville and staff told commissioners they are working with contract lobbyists and legislative contacts, and that items still could change while the chambers reconcile their budgets and language in conference committees. “They may not succeed, but there is a good chance that they’ll be filed again next session,” she said of several bills still awaiting committee action.

Commissioners asked for follow‑up on specific items — including the Sunrise Lane project and the county‑level CRA hearing schedule — and staff said they would report back as hearings conclude and as the budget conference approaches.

Ending: City staff said they will continue monitoring the budget conference and committee calendars and return to the commission with any substantive changes or requests for formal direction.","City officials told the commission April 1 that several Fort Lauderdale capital requests are “in play” in the Florida Legislature’s budget, but staff flagged multiple bills that could affect local authority and finances if they pass.","actionData","errors"]

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