During the July 20 Meeting, the Oakland Park City Commission approved a preliminary decrease of the operating millage rate from 5.8910 to 5.8890 mills. This would be the lowest millage rate for Oakland Park in the last decade, and the seventh time the city has lowered the rate in the past eight years. The proposed budget for FY22 includes $27.4 million for Capital Improvement Projects and funding for more than 150 initiatives to support public safety, smart growth, infrastructure, financial stability, and parks and leisure activities. Public hearings for the FY22 budget are scheduled to take place Wednesday, Sept. 8 and  Wednesday, Sept. 22 at 6:30 p.m. A special Commission meeting for the fire, stormwater, and residential solid waste assessments will take place on Monday, Sept. 13 at 6 p.m. For more information, visit the City website at www.oaklandparkfl.gov. 

It's an exciting time in Oakland Park! The City is working with NRI on a Public Private Partnership to construct the Sky Building on the west side of Dixie Highway, which will house the new City Hall along with 140 residential units and 16,000 feet of commercial space. When City Hall relocates, the six acre site of the current location will be available for redevelopment. The City is looking for the right partner to redevelop the land to create an active and vibrant downtown. Watch the video to learn about the exciting projects underway in Oakland Park. Visit opcra.com to learn more.

The Florida Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) has awarded the City of Oakland Park $50,000 for phase two of an Affordable Housing Study. As more people move to Oakland Park, there is a greater demand for housing, which is leading to higher living costs. The City wants to ensure there is a range of affordable housing options for all residents in our community. In 2020 Oakland Park worked with a consultant to understand ways to address affordable housing and challenges facing local governments. The City will use the DEO grant funding to continue its affordable housing study, assess existing affordable housing options, and outline a strategy to implement a successful housing program. Read more on the FL DEO website. 

We want to thank the School Board of Broward County for its commitment to invest approximately $81 million in our Oakland Park community. We are grateful for their approval to rebuild and repair the damaged buildings at Rickards Middle School, as well as their unanimous decision to install temporary portable classrooms on campus. We appreciate the School Board's continued support and dedication to find the best path forward for our students, parents, teachers, and everyone in the Rickards family. We would like to thank School Board Member Sarah Leonardi and our Oakland Park School Advisory Board for their advocacy on our behalf. We would also like to thank those who participated throughout this process and provided their input. 

COVID-19 vaccines are available throughout our community for people age 12 and older. Most vaccinations are available for free and do not require an appointment. Get more information, including vaccine locations here. The Florida Department of Health in Broward has​ scheduled a series of “pop-up” vaccination sites on various days and locations throughout the community. View current Pop-Up site loc​ations​.

Help foster kids in our area get the school year off to a great start. The City of Oakland Park is partnering with ChildNet to collect supplies for foster kids in Broward and Palm Beach Counties. Drop off pencils, pens, crayons, scissors, notebooks, paper, glue sticks, folders, and erasers now through Aug. 6, 2021. Donations accepted weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at:

The next Oakland Park City Commission Meeting will take place Wednesday, Aug. 4, 2021 at 6:30 p.m. The meeting agenda will be posted on the City website on July 29, 2021. If you missed the July 21 Meeting, the agenda and video are available on the City website.  

Board members function in an advisory capacity to the Oakland Park City Commission and provide recommendations on development, practices and regulation for the betterment of the City. If interested, please click here or call 954-630-4300 for more information. Board members function in an advisory capacity to the Oakland Park City Commission and provide recommendations on development, practices and regulation for the betterment of the City. If interested, please apply on the City website or call 954-630-4300 for more information.

As a reminder to our Oakland Park community, NW 44 Street is closed until Aug. 13 from NW 21 Avenue tp the entrance to Bridgewater Place Apartments. Vehicles should seek alternative routes on NW 21 Avenue, NW 29 Avenue, NW 39 Street, Prospect Road, and Commercial Boulevard. We appreciate your patience and apologize for any inconvenience. For more information please call 954-630-4430 or visit the City website.

Animal Care will open a new Pet Care Clinic for Broward County pet owners on Tuesday, Aug. 3, 2021. The Clinic will provide basic wellness care including dog and cat vaccinations and spay/neuter services. Preventatives such as heartworm and flea/tick medications will also be available for purchase. The Clinic is located at 2400 SW 42 St. in Fort Lauderdale and will operate Tuesday through Saturday. Services available by appointment only. Read more ...