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Commissioner’s Message

Neighbors,

his summer, the Rio Vista Civic Association hosted a successful Neighborhood
Safety and Security Webinar. Thank you to the 81 residents who joined us!
TThank you to Rio Vista Civic Association President Lori Stirling for helping to
make this possible.
I attended alongside City Manager Rickelle Williams, Police Chief Schultz, and
other city staff to discuss current challenges in our neighborhood and solutions.
I am working closely with the City team on a proposed ordinance to allow for the
potential use of gates, creating a clear and helpful path forward. Reducing crime
and strengthening our neighborhood remain top priorities, and I will keep you
updated as this work progresses.
Hurricane Preparedness

A reminder: hurricane season runs through November 30th. Please take steps
now to protect your family and home. Hurricane supplies are tax-free year-round,
so keep essentials stocked. For full preparation tips, visit fortlauderdale.gov/
stormready.
City Budget Hearings

The City’s first budget hearing will be Wednesday, September 3 at 5 PM, and
the final hearing will be Friday, September 12 at 5 PM. Our FY 2026 proposed
operating budget is $1.2 billion, and the new fiscal year begins October 1st.

District 4 Parks Bond Projects
I’m happy to share that all our District 4 parks bond projects are moving forward.
Join me for a District 4 Virtual Parks Bond Meeting on Friday, October 10 at 2 PM.
Register in advance by scanning the QR code.

Please reach out anytime - you can reach me at bsorensen@fortlauderdale.gov,
my cell at (954) 270-2302 or my office at (954) 828-5028.
Thank you!

Ben Sorensen
City Commissioner
District 4 Fort Lauderdale

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