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Fort Lauderdale Hosts 2014 Swim Fort Lauderdale International Classic Invitational
The City of Fort Lauderdale will host the 2014 Swim Fort Lauderdale International Classic Invitational June 19-22 at the Fort Lauderdale Aquatic Complex, located at 501 Seabreeze Boulevard in Fort Lauderdale.
October 13, 2014 9:11 AM
Philippine Delegation Visits Fort Lauderdale to Explore Adaptation Strategies
The City of Fort Lauderdale is once again hosting an international delegation for a week-long visit to develop climate change adaptation strategies.
October 13, 2014 9:09 AM
Fort Lauderdale Named All-America City
The City of Fort Lauderdale has captured the prestigious All-America City Award! The official announcement honoring Fort Lauderdale with the 2014 national title was made last night by the National Civic League at its annual conference in Denver, Colorado.
October 13, 2014 7:59 AM
South Florida Officials Welcome National Climate Assessment
County and city officials from southeast Florida welcomed the release of the Third National Climate Assessment (“NCA”) by the federal government earlier this month, noting the report’s comprehensive assessment of the southeast United States and its strong emphasis on findings and predicted trends related to sea level rise, flooding, and saltwater contamination of drinking water wells, impacts already being felt in southeast Florida.
October 13, 2014 7:57 AM
Traffic Advisory: Connecting the Blocks Painted Intersection Kick-Off Event
The City of Fort Lauderdale will temporarily close the intersection of E. Las Olas Boulevard and S.E. 1st Avenue for the Connecting the Blocks Painted Intersection Program kick-off event from Saturday, May 31 at 6 a.m. through Sunday, June 1 at 6 a.m.
October 13, 2014 7:56 AM
Great American Beach Party Returns May 24, 2014
Get ready to kick off the summer with live bands, vintage cars, unique art, outstanding entertainment, and fun in the sun for everyone! It’s all happening on Fort Lauderdale Beach at the City’s Great American Beach Party on Saturday, May 24 from 10 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. at A1A and Las Olas Boulevard.
October 13, 2014 7:54 AM
City of Fort Lauderdale Ranked #5 Among the Nation’s “10 Greenest Mid-Sized Cities”
The City of Fort Lauderdale ranks fifth among the nation’s top “10 Greenest Mid-Size Cities” according to a new, national survey released by MyLife.com.
October 13, 2014 7:52 AM
Traffic Advisory: Color Run - Fort Lauderdale
The 2nd Annual Color Run returns to the streets of Fort Lauderdale on Saturday, May 10, 2014. Motorists are encouraged to carefully review the listed road closures and should expect traffic delays from 6:00 A.M. until approximately 11:00 A.M.
October 13, 2014 7:51 AM
Traffic Advisory: Great American Beach Party
The City of Fort Lauderdale would like to remind residents, visitors and businesses that the 5th Annual Great American Beach Party will take place on Saturday, May 24 from 10 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. on Fort Lauderdale Beach.
October 13, 2014 7:50 AM
3rd Annual Fort Lauderdale Transportation Summit Set for Wednesday, May 14, 2014 at FAU Downtown Campus
The City of Fort Lauderdale, in partnership with MetroLAB Collaborative at Florida Atlantic University (FAU), will host the 3rd Annual Fort Lauderdale Transportation Summit on Wednesday, May 14, 2014 from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at FAU’s downtown Fort Lauderdale Campus, located at 220 S.E. 2nd Avenue.
October 13, 2014 7:49 AM
Traffic Advisory: Temporary Detours on Bayview Drive
The City of Fort Lauderdale is responding to a utility line break on Bayview Drive at NE 17th Street. Due to unfavorable ground water conditions, repairs are taking longer than initially anticipated. Crews expect to continue work on the roadway through early next week.
October 13, 2014 7:47 AM
Now Available: 2013 Water Quality Report
The City of Fort Lauderdale routinely monitors for drinking water contaminants according to federal and state laws, rules and regulations. The City is pleased to announce that it continues to meet all federal and state primary drinking water standards.
October 13, 2014 7:46 AM
Fort Lauderdale Named Finalist for All-America City Award
For the second consecutive year, Fort Lauderdale has been named a finalist for the national All-America City Award. Sponsored by the National Civic League, the All-America City Award recognizes cities, counties, towns, neighborhoods, and metropolitan areas across the country for exemplary community-based problem solving and civic engagement efforts that involve public, private and non-profit entities.
October 13, 2014 7:44 AM
Fort Lauderdale Mourns the Loss of Former City Commissioner Carlton B. Moore
City Commissioner Carlton B. Moore, a distinguished politician, outspoken activist, and a voice for the underserved, passed away early Wednesday morning, April 2, 2014.
October 13, 2014 7:43 AM
TRAFFIC ADVISORY: 2014 Mercedes-Benz Corporate Run
The 29th Annual Fort Lauderdale Mercedes-Benz Corporate Run returns to the streets of downtown Fort Lauderdale on Thursday, April 3, 2014. Motorists are encouraged to carefully review the listed road closures and should expect traffic delays from 4:00 P.M. until approximately 11:00 P.M.
October 13, 2014 7:42 AM
City of Fort Lauderdale to Chlorinate Water System May 6 - May 27
The City of Fort Lauderdale will temporarily return to using free chlorine in its drinking water system. This preventive maintenance procedure will begin at 9 a.m. Tuesday, May 6 and will end at 9 a.m. Tuesday, May 27, 2014.
October 13, 2014 7:41 AM
Macy’s to Match Donations to Holiday Park
The City of Fort Lauderdale’s Holiday Park, located at 1150 G. Harold Martin Drive, has been selected for “Heart Your Park,” a program introduced as part of Macy’s “Secret Garden” campaign that aims to raise awareness and dollars for local parks across the country.
October 13, 2014 7:40 AM
City of Fort Lauderdale Ranked #7 on Two Top-Ten Lists
For the second time in a week, the City of Fort Lauderdale received a highly favorable top ten ranking from a national organization. This time, Movoto Real Estate Blog ranked Fort Lauderdale #7 among “America’s 10 Most Exciting Cities.”
October 13, 2014 7:38 AM
President Obama’s Budget Proposal Includes $50 Million for Fort Lauderdale’s Wave Streetcar Project
U.S. Transportation Secretary Anthony Foxx recently announced that President Obama’s Fiscal Year 2015 Budget includes a recommendation to provide approximately $50 million for Fort Lauderdale’s Wave Streetcar project.
October 13, 2014 7:37 AM
South African Delegation Visits Fort Lauderdale and Broward County in International Exchange Focused on Environmental Issues
Broward County and the City of Fort Lauderdale are hosting a delegation of five city officials from Durban, South Africa, for a week-long visit focusing on a variety of environmental issues.
October 13, 2014 7:35 AM