City News
An Inside Look at the City’s Vacation Rental Program
Registration, compliance, and enforcement are all keys to success
October 07, 2022 11:20 AM
Andrews Avenue Gravity Sewer Main Maintenance in Downtown Fort Lauderdale and Tarpon River
We're performing maintenance along 20 linear feet of 10-inch gravity sewer main on S Andrews Avenue south of SW/SE 6 Street. This work will take place overnight on Tuesday, October 11 between 8 p.m. and 6 a.m.
October 06, 2022 5:00 PM
Tunnel Top Plaza Project
Click through for an update on the progress of the plaza over US-1.
October 04, 2022 10:50 AM
Butterfly Valve Replacement in Downtown Fort Lauderdale
We're replacing an 8-inch water main butterfly valve on the corner of SE 1 Avenue and SE 2 Street. Construction begins on Monday, October 3, 2022, and is expected to be completed on Thursday, October 6, 2022. Work will take place Monday through Friday between 7 p.m. and 6 a.m.
October 03, 2022 2:00 PM
Precautionary Waterway Advisory Lifted for Portion of Intracoastal Waterway Near Port Everglades
The precautionary advisory has been lifted as a result of satisfactory test results. Swimming, fishing, jet skiing, paddle boarding, kayaking, canoeing, or engaging in any water-related activities ca be resumed within the advisory area.
September 30, 2022 11:00 AM
Improvements Coming to George English Parking Lot
Work set to begin on October 3, and lot will be closed for approximately two weeks.
September 29, 2022 11:20 AM
Updates on Response to Hurricane Ian
The City of Fort Lauderdale is closely monitoring the potential impact of Hurricane Ian. Here's how to prepare.
September 23, 2022 6:07 PM
Mayor's Rosh Hashanah Message
Here is a Rosh Hashanah message from Mayor Dean J. Trantalis.
September 23, 2022 1:34 PM
Sewer lateral replacement on NW 7th Street
September 20, 2022 2:50 PM
Build a Certified Community Wildlife Habitat
Want to get involved in making Fort Lauderdale a happier, healthier, and greener place for your neighbors (including the wild ones)?
September 19, 2022 12:00 PM
2022 State of the City
#WeAreFTL & we are a city on the move! Mayor Dean J. Trantalis touched on impressive milestones & how Fort Lauderdale is improving infrastructure, addressing traffic, building affordable housing, attracting new businesses & jobs, and ensuring the highest standards of public safety.
September 14, 2022 7:00 PM
City aims to improve safety on public streets
New ordinance addresses obstruction of public rights-of-way.
September 09, 2022 1:00 PM
Flags at Half-Staff in Honor of Queen Elizabeth II
City facility flags are at half-staff until sunset on the day of Queen Elizabeth's interment.
September 08, 2022 6:00 PM
The pools at the NEW Aquatic Center open September 12!
Welcome back! Complimentary public lap swim and diving admission is in effect from September 12 to October 31, 2022.
September 08, 2022
LauderBriefs: September 6 City Commission Meeting Updates
In case you missed them, read highlights from recent Fort Lauderdale City Commission meetings.
September 07, 2022 11:45 AM
A Message from Mayor Dean J. Trantalis on King Tides
Seasonal high tides known as “king tides” have historically affected low-lying areas that are prone to roadway flooding. This year, king tides are predicted to occur starting Thursday, September 8. Learn about king tides, what the City is doing, and how you can prepare.
September 02, 2022 5:30 PM
SCAM ALERT: Caller posing as City, demanding payment
Residents are receiving fraudulent phone calls asking for money.
September 02, 2022 4:50 PM
A Labor Day Message from Mayor Dean Trantalis
Here is a Labor Day Message from Mayor Dean J. Trantalis.
September 02, 2022 9:00 AM
City Marks Start of Hendricks Isle Seawall Replacement Project
Elevating public seawalls is just one of the ways the City is enhancing community resilience.
August 31, 2022 2:30 PM
Now Open: New Boat Ramps at George English Park
Up to four 35-foot vessels will be able to use the new ramps that feature roughly over 500 feet of floating staging area.
August 30, 2022 2:30 PM