Marine Advisory Board Meeting on November 5, 2026

The City of Fort Lauderdale Marine Advisory Board met on November 5, 2026, and approved the October meeting minutes. Discussion focused on waterway safety and enforcement: police reported no boat burglaries and a generally smooth boat show, while members raised concerns about jet-ski rentals, nighttime operation, operator education, and unsafe activity along the Intracoastal. The sergeant described patrol and inspection practices and said the city was gathering information for a possible state review of a slow-speed designation between La Sol and Sunrise. Code enforcement also reported a cited sunken vessel that could face a fine of up to $15,000, a dock-rental advertising violation that was corrected, and enforcement related to king-tide drainage and seawall violations.

Members discussed a New River preservation effort covering the North and South Forks, navigation, and water quality. City staff said they were speaking with consultants and planning a North Fork tabletop exercise for early 2027; the discussion noted financial considerations, but no contract award, spending authorization, or procurement vote was reported. The board also heard a Winterfest Boat Parade update, including staging and timing constraints, and raised dock-ladder and swimming-safety education issues. No procurement activity was identified.