Serving on County Boards
We are seeking residents with an interest in public service to represent the needs of the District. If you are interested in being considered, please forward a detailed resume to
bsharief@broward.org. Be sure to include your permanent address, phone number and email address; whether you are a registered voter; whether you are a registered lobbyist; whether you serve on any other board, authority or agency (dual office holding); whether you are related to any Commissioner; and whether you have any potential conflicting business relationship. For a description of Broward County Boards, visit
www.Broward.org/Intergovernmental and select BOARDS AND COMMITTEES.
Helpful Resources
Broward’s Family Success Administration Division assists individuals and families with accessing the services they need to build a stronger, healthier and self-sufficient family unit. The centers provide assessment and case management, and, if eligible, rent/mortgage and utility assistance. If you have recently had a loss of income, received an eviction notice/mortgage default letter, or a water/electricity shut off notice, visit
Family Success Website or call 954-357-5650 or 954-357-5001 to find out how they can help you. The South Family Success Center is located in Commission District 8 at 4733 SW 18 Street, West Park, 33023 (Broward County Transit Route 5). If you are over 60, or a veteran, contact the Elderly and Veterans Services Division at 954-357-6622.
2-1-1 Broward is available 24 hours a day to help you find food, housing, health care, senior services, child care, legal aid and much more. For a complete list of services, dial 2-1-1 or (954) 537-0211, TTY (954) 390-0492 211, or go to
211-Broward.org.
To receive communications (such as this newsletter) from my office via email, or to arrange for myself or my Community Outreach Liaison, Terressa Franklin to attend your neighborhood or homeowner association meeting, please contact Terressa at 954-357-7008 or
Tefranklin@broward.org.
Other Resources
Emergency Financial Assistance:
954-357-6367
Legal Aid Services of Broward County, Inc.:
954-765-8950
If you or any one you know is experiencing homelessness, call the Homeless Helpline at 954-563-HELP (4357) for a friendly voice that can help you get the information, service or assistance you need to get back on your feet. They are available Mon. - Fri.: 8:00am to 6:00pm and Sat. - Sun.: 8:00am to Noon, Broward.org/Homeless