Commission approves consent agenda and multiple ordinances, adopts housing plan; roll calls unanimous with one absence

The Fort Lauderdale City Commission on March 18, 2025 approved the consent agenda and a series of motions, ordinances and resolutions covering parks, public works, policing and housing programs. The roll calls recorded yes votes from Commissioner Sorensen, Vice Mayor Glassman, Commissioner Beasley Pittman and Mayor Dean J. Trentales; Commissioner Herbst was absent for the meeting.

Votes at a glance - M1: Approved purchase agreements for plan review and inspection services with CAP Government Inc. and Calvin Giordano & Associates. Roll call: Sorensen—Yes; Glassman—Yes; Beasley Pittman—Yes; Trentales—Yes. Outcome: approved. - M2: Approved a construction agreement for Mills Pond Park restroom/concession work, contract total $2,521,976.90. Roll call: Sorensen—Yes; Glassman—Yes; Beasley Pittman—Yes; Trentales—Yes. Outcome: approved. During discussion Parks & Recreation Director Carl Williams said site elevation work to bring the area to required grade increased cost; staff noted the park’s total allocation was roughly $5,000,000, leaving approximately $1.8 million for remaining tasks (basketball courts, playground, standalone restroom) and that scope adjustments will be evaluated during construction. - M3: Approved Change Order No. 23 for construction management‑at‑risk services for the new police headquarters. Roll call:…