The Broward County Commission has approved the Fiscal Year 2022 budget with additional funding earmarked for priority programs such as affordable housing, homelessness, Human Rights, and the continuation of county services that serve the public every day. New programs to create jobs, increase economic development, and plan for future needs were also approved. 

The final millage (property tax) rate, exclusive of debt service, is 5.6690, with no increase from last year. The increase in assessed value for homestead property tax owners is capped at 1.4%. Generally, homestead taxpayers will experience a slight increase of $15 in County taxes. For other properties, the change in the assessed value of each property will determine how much property taxes will change. The FY22 budget totals $6.7 billion.

Broward County government taxes make up less than one-quarter of the overall property tax bill. The County budget funds a variety of quality public services such as emergency operations and preparedness, transportation, environmental protection, medical examiner services, building code enforcement, health services, water and wastewater services, animal care and adoption, programs to assist children, families, and the elderly, parks and recreation and money needed to maintain public buildings and libraries. 
State Housing Initiatives Partnership Program (SHIP)
The State Housing Initiatives Partnership program, or SHIP, serves low- and moderate-income families. Its primary purpose is to make housing affordable. Florida Housing administers the program in Florida and issues grants to 67 counties and 52 Community Development Block Grant entitlement cities in the state. Local governments use these funds to create programs that reduce housing costs, keep rent prices low, and assist people with home purchases and repairs. 

The Family Success Administration Division received the State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) funds through the Broward County Housing Finance and Community Redevelopment Division to provide financial assistance to Broward County residents affected by the COVID-19 pandemic to help pay rent, homeowners association, utilities and/or related late fees.

SHIP Funds Provide Rental Assistance

*Has the COVID-19 emergency affected your household stability? 

*Are you having trouble paying your rent?

You may qualify for rental assistance if COVID-19 has impacted your ability to pay your rent. 
  • First Come, First Served
  • You must reside in eligible cities within Broward County. (See list below)
  • You must have lost your job or had a reduction of employment
  • You must meet household income guidelines
  • You must complete online orientation at: Broward.org/FamilySuccess/Pages/TutorialOrientation.aspx

For more information contact centers within your area:

Northwest Family Success Center: (954) 357-5000 / Coral Springs
North Family Success Center: (954) 357-5340 / Pompano Beach
South Regional Family Success Center: (954) 357-5650 / Carver Ranches
Central Family Success Center: (954) 357-5001 / Fort Lauderdale 
Latest COVID-19 Updates
Booster Shots - In its updated interim guidance, the CDC recommends Pfizer booster shots for the following individuals who have completed the Pfizer two-shot vaccine series at least six months prior: 1) people 65 years and older and residents in long-term care settings; 2) people age 50-64 with underlying medical conditions; 3) people aged 18–49 with underlying medical conditions, based on their individual benefits and risks; and 4) people aged 18-64 years who are at increased risk for COVID-19 exposure and transmission because of occupational or institutional setting, based on their individual benefits and risks. Booster shots are available for free at vaccination sites operated by the Florida Department of Health in Broward. Boosters are also available from many retail pharmacies, private physician offices and other providers. Those who wish to receive the booster will need to complete and sign a consent form, which includes self-screening questions.​​

Monoclonal Antibody Treatments - The State of Florida is providing Regeneron monoclonal antibodies to people who have contracted COVID-19. The treatment, administered by CDR Maguire, is available at C.B. Smith Park, 900 N. Flamingo Rd., Pembroke Pines, 33028, Monday - Sunday, 9AM to 5PM, by appointment only. People 12 years and older and at high risk for severe illness may receive the injections. Make Appointment
Bus Passes Now Available At The Lauderhill Transit Center
Broward County Transit customers are now able to purchase bus passes at the Lauderhill Transit Center, 1359 NW 40th Avenue in Lauderhill. Passes are available at the customer service window near the front of the terminal, Monday through Friday from 6AM to 8PM and Saturday, Sunday, and holidays from 8:45AM to 4:45PM.

A variety of passes are offered to accommodate every rider, including all-day passes, 10-ride passes, unlimited ride passes and premium express passes. Reduced fare passes are also available for seniors, college students, youth, and disabled riders.
Florida International Trade and Cultural Expo (FITCE) 2021
Broward County invites you to join us for the 6th Annual Florida International Trade and Cultural Expo (FITCE), November 17-18, 2021.


FITCE will welcome local and international companies to the Greater Fort Lauderdale / Broward County Convention Center in Fort Lauderdale, Florida for a unique opportunity to engage high-level government leaders, international trade experts, and delegations from around the world. This is a great opportunity to participate in dialogues relating to international trade, foreign direct investment, and culture. 
 
In past years, FITCE has attracted more than 2,000 attendees, including international businesses, local businesses, federal, state, and local trade agencies, government leaders from around the world, and multi-cultural global trade representatives from over 60 countries!​
 
​​Conference Location
1950 Eisenhower Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33316
United States of America
Mobility Advancement Program (MAP Broward) Project Dashboard
Curious about MAP Broward's different project types? MAP Broward (previously known as the Penny for Transportation) is the County's 30-year surtax program approved by voters to fund transportation projects. Now, through a newly created Project Dashboard, you can explore nearly 1,000 penny surtax projects in various phases from “under construction" to “completed" to “planned over the next five years." Projects can be filtered by City or County commission district, or you can type in a specific address or destination name. A new feature allows you to learn whether a project is being delivered by the County or a particular municipality. Watch a Tutorial Video to learn about how the Dashboard can serve as a tool for you.
2022 Children's Services Council of Broward County (CSC) Family Resource Guide Available 
United Negro College Fund (UNCF) Leader's Luncheon
Virtual Meeting For Redistricting Public Input
Community Engagements - #DaleEverywhere
I delivered opening remarks at the World Strategic Forum. This forum is an active and effective platform for dialogue, corporate insight and collaboration on the central issues affecting the world’s economy today.
I joined VM Yvette Colbourne, Belize American Chamber of Commerce, and the Belize Chamber of Commerce & Industry at the Belize Investment and Economic Development Forum. It was an honor to present the Key to the County to the Honorable Kareem Musa.
I presented the Key to the County to the Honorable Prime Minister of Guyana, Brigadier (Ret’d) Mark Phillips and delivered opening remarks at Doing Business with Guyana. The United States continues to be one of Guyana’s most significant trading partners.
Thank you Haitian Alliance Nurses Association International (HANA-I) for the work you have done. HANA-I went to Aux Cayes, Haiti to help in the Haiti relief effort.
I attended the Gandhi St naming ceremony. Gandhi Jayanti is celebrated on October 2nd every year to mark the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi.
It was an honor to be inducted into the Cricket Hall of Fame.
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Dale V.C. Holness
Broward County District 9 Commissioner & FY 2020 Mayor
I look forward to continue serving Broward County in 2021 and beyond.

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