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1. When are City elections held?

Elections are held the second Tuesday in March in even-numbered years. The Mayor and Districts Two and Three Commissioners were elected in 2012 to four-year terms. Districts One and Four Commissioners were elected in 2010 to four-year terms.

2. How do I make a public record request?

Submit your request for records via the Citizen Action Center

3. How do I obtain my property tax information?

You may obtain information about property taxes by calling 954-357-6830 or visit Broward County Property Appraisers

4. How long are Commission Member's terms?

Commission Members are elected to four-year terms

5. How do I sign up to receive the City Commission agenda?

Visit "Notify Me" to sign up.

6. Where do I vote?

Contact the Broward County Supervisor of Elections Office at 954-357-5050 or visit the Voter Lookup website.

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7. When is the next City Commission Meeting?

The Commission regularly meets on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of every month except July. However, the meetings are occasionally rescheduled, or additional meetings may be scheduled. Visit the City's Calendar to view scheduled meetings. Or, call the Office of the City Clerk at 954-450-1050.

8. What are the rules and guidelines regarding yard/garage sales?

Per the Code of Ordinances, City residents are required to obtain permits for garage sales. The fee for the permit is $5.00. A garage sale is limited to a total of three consecutive days during any six-month period. You will need to apply in person at City Hall and/or access a garage sale application at __________________and submit it by mail allowing sufficient time to receive your permit.

9. Is there a passport facility at City Hall?

Yes, for more information and to schedule an appointment please click here.

10. What is a General Election?

A General Election is held in November of every even-numbered year. The Primary Election for nominating party nominees for the General Election is 11 weeks before the General Election. During a general election, all registered voters receive the same ballot and may vote for any candidate or question on the ballot. If there are write-in candidates who have qualified for a particular office, a space will be left on the general election ballot where their name can be written.

11. What is a Primary Election?

The Primary Election for nominating party nominees for the General Election is 11 weeks before the November General Election. During a primary election, political parties nominate their candidates for the General Election ballot. No one is elected in a Primary election; candidates are nominated. In order to win a political party nomination, the candidate must receive more votes than anyone else in his/her party for that race.