Press Releases

Looking Ahead: Next Friday marks the 19th anniversary of the terrorist attack on America. This year, many in-person tributes and memorials are canceled due to COVID-19, a somber reminder of how turbulent the times we live in still are. While we face many current...

Looking Ahead: Next Monday we will celebrate Labor Day, a national holiday created to honor and pay tribute to the American workforce and the hard work that has helped us realize our country’s ideals of economic prosperity. Because of COVID-19, this Labor Day seems...

Looking Ahead: Wednesday marked the first day of school for Broward County Public Schools (BCPS). Starting the new year virtually may seem daunting, especially for parents, many of whom continue to work and manage household responsibilities, and now find...

Looking Ahead: As Broward County students and parents prepare to start a new academic year online, I encourage everyone to remember our other essential workers – our teachers. In the face of uncertainty, Broward’s educators remain dedicated to teaching our...

Looking Ahead: Last week, the U.S. Census Bureau announced the new deadline to complete the Census is September 30, 2020, one month earlier than the planned October 31, 2020 deadline. This puts at risk the accuracy of population numbers used to determine federal...

Looking Ahead: Voting and participating in the election process is a key freedom of American life and the democratic system. While COVID-19 has impacted almost every aspect of our lives, exercising our right to vote should not be compromised. To avoid crowds and...

Looking Ahead: There are two valuable community resources to help residents stay informed on issues surrounding the ongoing pandemic. One is a county-wide COVID-19 dashboard, updated daily, with health-related information including positive test numbers,...

Looking Ahead: As we navigate the ongoing effects of COVID-19, I encourage my fellow residents to continue to remember the first responders, essential workers, and healthcare workers who are at the center of this crisis. The challenges faced by emergency and...

  Looking Ahead: Later this month, America will celebrate the 30th anniversary of the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This landmark piece of legislation prohibits discrimination against, removes barriers, and promotes equal opportunity...

Looking Ahead: With the start of summer, residents across Broward County are beating the heat by hitting the water. In addition to following social distancing, County, and CDC COVID-19 guidelines, we must also remember standard water safety procedures. Adequate...