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Friday, November 13, 2026

Broward County

79°F (26°C)

Mostly sunny · H 79° L 57°

Population

1,977,1292024

Higher than communities in Florida

Household income

$77,6332024

Similar to communities in Florida

Home value

$414,6002024

More favorable than communities in Florida

Unemployment

4.4%2026

More favorable than communities in Florida

Violent crime

512023

More favorable than communities in Florida

Work from home

14.7%2024

Similar to communities in Florida

Source: Polco GPAL, using data from the original source shown for each indicator.

Service Cuts

Staff says splash pad and some events likely cut amid budget shortfall

Staff reported the city commission dropped a $465,000 splash pad replacement at Liberty Park and signaled cuts to special events, library and senior programs as the city confronts revenue losses from Amendment 3.

City of Parkland — Nov 10, 2026

City of Parkland staff warns Amendment 3 will cut millions from budget, urges planning

Nov 10, 2026

Fundraising And Engagement

Board discusses resident surveys and fundraising, including naming opportunities

Nov 10, 2026

Local Government Leadership

Commission proclaims 'Beam Furr Day,' honors outgoing commissioner and begins library renaming process

Nov 10, 2026

Public Safety Budget

Commission defers $2.8M law-enforcement trust fund request to Dec. 8 for further review

Nov 10, 2026

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What stands out in Broward County

Data from Polco GPAL
Standouts compare Broward County with communities in Florida or of similar population size. Surprises are where the measured figure was unusually far from what Polco's model expected. Each fact gives its year; public data runs one to two years behind.

In 2024, Broward County was less favorable than communities of similar population size on housing cost burden for renters.

0th percentile · 2024 · Census ACS, via Polco GPAL

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Recent meetings

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Nov 10Community Advisory Board 11/10/2026Calendar approved Nov 10County Commission MeetingBoard approved motion directing staff to return with proposals.Nov 9Agenda Review WorkshopCommittee member raised safety and scheduling questions, particularly regarding summer work.Nov 4City Commission Meeting 11/04/2026Approve coach-bus services agreement up to $120,000 with a la carte use.

More coverage

Commission approves Port Everglades sand-bypass dredging amendment after environmental objections

Nov 10, 2026

Commission directs staff to shape implementation of voter-approved health surtax; mayor named liaison

Nov 10, 2026

Commission opens public hearing on temporary moratorium for large-scale data centers; second hearing set for Dec. 8

Nov 10, 2026

After heated debate, commission narrows a CBE-qualified vendor list change to benefit small local firms

Nov 10, 2026

Broward County

Staff says splash pad and some events likely cut amid budget shortfall

Parkland resident presents Jacob's Shoes charity and seeks city support

Board reminded of reappointment timeline; next CAB meeting Jan. 12, 2027

Community Advisory Board approves 2027 meeting calendar

City of Parkland staff warns Amendment 3 will cut millions from budget, urges planning

Board discusses resident surveys and fundraising, including naming opportunities

Commission proclaims 'Beam Furr Day,' honors outgoing commissioner and begins library renaming process

Commission defers $2.8M law-enforcement trust fund request to Dec. 8 for further review

What stands out in Broward County

Recent meetings

More coverage

Commission approves Port Everglades sand-bypass dredging amendment after environmental objections

Commission directs staff to shape implementation of voter-approved health surtax; mayor named liaison

Commission opens public hearing on temporary moratorium for large-scale data centers; second hearing set for Dec. 8

After heated debate, commission narrows a CBE-qualified vendor list change to benefit small local firms

Staff says splash pad and some events likely cut amid budget shortfall

Parkland resident presents Jacob's Shoes charity and seeks city support

Board reminded of reappointment timeline; next CAB meeting Jan. 12, 2027

Community Advisory Board approves 2027 meeting calendar

City of Parkland staff warns Amendment 3 will cut millions from budget, urges planning

Board discusses resident surveys and fundraising, including naming opportunities

Commission proclaims 'Beam Furr Day,' honors outgoing commissioner and begins library renaming process

Commission defers $2.8M law-enforcement trust fund request to Dec. 8 for further review

Recent meetings

More coverage

Commission approves Port Everglades sand-bypass dredging amendment after environmental objections

Commission directs staff to shape implementation of voter-approved health surtax; mayor named liaison

Commission opens public hearing on temporary moratorium for large-scale data centers; second hearing set for Dec. 8

After heated debate, commission narrows a CBE-qualified vendor list change to benefit small local firms