A COMMITMENT TO THE FUTURE
The Broward County Resilience Plan is a forward-thinking strategy to secure the County's future. By addressing immediate and long-term challenges, the Plan aims to protect critical infrastructure, support economic growth, and improve quality of life for residents and visitors. It is more than a strategy - it is a commitment to building a thriving, resilient Broward County for generations to come.
KEY STRATEGIES
A range of adaptation measures will be needed to build community resilience against the impacts of climate change. Most of these investments can be categorized as increased water storage, green infrastructure solutions, improved conveyance for moving water, and barriers along coastlines and waterways or around property to protect from storm surge and sea level rise.
RESULTS THAT MATTER
This Resilience Plan will generate measurable economic, environmental, and community benefits to ensure a safer and more prosperous future for Broward County. When we invest in community improvements such as seawalls, drainage systems, and green spaces, these upgrades significantly reduce flood risks, preventing billions in potential property damage and reducing the cost of flood insurance.
ESTIMATED COSTS
The total cost of adaptations is estimated at $28 billion. Public funding amount of $9 billion is likely to be shared by the County, municipalities, and water control districts, leveraging state and federal resources. The remainder of costs will be covered by private property improvements, strategic land use planning, and redevelopment strategies. Broward County has been working extensively across sectors throughout the region to build awareness and support for these investments. It is only through coordination and collaboration that we can ensure efficient resource use and maximization of the Plan's impact.
HOW THE RESILIENCE PLAN WAS MADE
