The County Commission is comprised of nine members elected by district in partisan elections. Each Commissioner must be a resident of the district for which he or she seeks election. On the third Tuesday of each November, the Commission elects a Mayor and Vice Mayor for one-year terms. The Mayor's functions include serving as presiding officer, and as the County's official representative. The Commission appoints the County Administrator, County Attorney and County Auditor. The Commission also appoints numerous advisory and regulatory boards.
County Administrator - Monica Cepero
954-357-7354
115 S. Andrews Ave., Room 409
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
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The County Administrator is the chief executive officer of Broward County Government and directs the functions of County Government under the auspices of the Board of County Commissioners.
County Attorney - Andrew J. Meyers
954-357-7600
115 S. Andrews Ave., Room 423
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
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The County Attorney and a staff of Assistant County Attorneys represent the County Commission, the County Administrator, Port Everglades, Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, North Perry Airport and all other County agencies in legal matters. As legal advisors, attorneys represent the County in contract negotiations and in state and federal litigation. Attorneys serve as advocates for County interests before the State Legislature, Cabinet and Federal authorities.
County Auditor - Robert Melton
954-357-7590
115 S. Andrews Ave., Room 520
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
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As stated in the Broward County Charter, the County Auditor is responsible for conducting financial, compliance, and performance audits and providing County Commissioners with oral or written reports on the procedures, internal controls, and business and procurement practices of government. As an advisor on County business matters, the County Auditor reviews all transactions submitted to County Commissioners for approval.
