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President Traci Callari in Sentinel 100

Looking Back: Last week the County Commission unanimously voted to support a request from Broward’s 31 municipalities to allocate up to 30% of the C.A.R.E.S Act funds the County received for COVID-19 mitigation and recovery. This is an important step toward...

President Traci Callari in Sentinel 100

Looking Ahead: As Broward County’s municipalities continue the careful task of reopening, residents play a vital role in creating a safe environment. Following CDC recommendations, the County issued guidelines that local businesses must follow and steps patrons...

President Traci Callari in Sentinel 100

Looking Ahead: In June, we celebrate Pride Month recognizing LGBTQ+ individuals and the tremendous contributions they’ve made in our communities. While we may not be able to gather in person for community celebrations, let us make sure we take time to acknowledge the...

President Traci Callari in Sentinel 100

Looking Ahead: Over the past several days, residents of Broward County, as well as others nationally, have come together to exercise their right to assemble to address grievances and concerns. The issues at stake are very important, and the ongoing protests have...

President Traci Callari in Sentinel 100

Looking Ahead: I am honored to serve as the 2020-2021 President of the Broward League of Cities. As League President, my mission is to make inclusiveness, shared responsibility, and partnership central to our path forward. My initiative, We Are One Broward,...

President Daniel J. Stermer in Sentinel 100

Looking Back: It has been an honor and privilege to serve as President of the Broward League of Cities this year.  Together we faced many challenges and celebrated many accomplishments. We made great strides in improving public safety for our 31 cities,...

President Daniel J. Stermer in Sentinel 100

Looking Back: Our municipalities have begun the careful task of reopening parts of our communities. Now, and in the future, we will find simple experiences such as getting gas and groceries or visiting restaurants to be vastly different. It will be important in...

President Daniel J. Stermer in Sentinel 100

Looking Back: Last week I was honored to be invited to participate in a group discussion on the impact of COVID-19 on Broward County businesses hosted by the Greater Fort Lauderdale Alliance. The economic impact of COVID-19 has been felt throughout our...

President Daniel J. Stermer in Sentinel 100

Looking Ahead: Many parents and guardians across Broward County are adjusting to the new normal of distance learning, and on behalf of the Broward League, we thank you for your efforts. Understandably, it can be challenging keeping kids engaged and educated on...

President Daniel J. Stermer in Sentinel 100

Looking Ahead: Broward County municipal leaders recently have been faced with unprecedented times. Under challenging circumstances, they are making difficult decisions that reconcile the needs of society at large with the needs of their local residents. Through...