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LHIA President’s continued




             Circuit in Downtown FTL                                not included at this time, possibly later next year. Learn more
                                                                    about the service, or download the app, visit ridecircuit.com.
                                                                    City Commission Update on

                                                                    New City Hall Facility


                                                                    The City Manager updated the City Commission on the need
                                                                    for a new City Hall. Due to the current facility’s condition and
                                                                    the city’s growth, the manager recommended developing
                                                                    a centralized facility that would allow for several off-site
                                                                    departments to be moved into City Hall, while improving access
                                                                    to the public for City services. During the manager’s presentation,
                                                                    he discussed funding options that include Federal financing
                                                                    programs that allow repayment over 75 years. Additionally, City
             Circuit visited the DDA Board Meeting last month to highlight   Administration is in receipt of an unsolicited proposal to develop,
             the successful launch of its Fort Lauderdale pilot program.   design, site, permit, finance, construct, commission and maintain
             Ridership has grown four times (4x) since the program   a new City Hall facility. The City Manager requested additional
             launched in August. With over 10,000 rides given during   time for staff to review the proposal before presenting it to the
             September, Circuit is emerging as a popular option to get   City Commission for discussion.
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