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Plans to convert a railroad crossing into an underpass at East Sunrise Boulevard and North Flagler Drive in Fort Lauderdale will be discussed at a meeting on Thursday, March 5.

The meeting will start at 6 p.m. at the Holiday Park Social Center. Residents can also attend online. See QR code on flyer below to register.

From the Broward Metropolitan Planning Organization:

Your voice is essential as we explore ways to enhance connectivity and support long‑term community growth. The proposed effort will examine the feasibility of constructing five roadway–railroad underpasses with the goal of:

• Improving mobility and accessibility

• Increasing travel options and modal choice

• Creating new and active transportation connections

• Identifying opportunities for infrastructure hardening

• Preparing the region for future growth and economic development

This workshop provides the opportunity to review the study’s purpose, ask questions, and share your feedback on potential solutions. We hope you will join us and help shape the future of mobility in our community. More information is also available at: https://www.browardmpo.org/major-initiatives/trax

The city of Fort Lauderdale invites you to Neighbor Support Night, a community‑wide celebration dedicated to bringing residents together to strengthen connections, elevate civic pride, and enjoy a fun, family‑friendly evening. The block-style party will be held Feb. 12 from 5:30-8 p.m. at the City Hall parking garage.

Event highlights:

• Learn about recycling, sustainability, and employee benefits;
• Meet City officials and Community Builders;
• Learn how to apply for City jobs and explore part‑time, temporary, and volunteer opportunities;
• Enjoy live entertainment, refreshments, and family activities;
• Meet firefighters, police officers, and other City staff;
• See emergency response and utilities vehicles;
• Get the chance to win door prizes and/or a free tree!

For more info, check out the flyer below.

Longtime Sunrise Intracoastal resident Sally O’ Loughlin passed away Dec. 22 surrounded by family.

A loving wife, mother, businesswoman and community volunteer, she will be missed for the wonderful person, friend and neighbor she was to so many.

Sally Jane O’Loughlin

The city of Fort Lauderdale will begin work on sewer improvements along Middle River Drive outside of Sunrise Intracoastal starting Jan. 5 and continuing through May 2026. A single southbound land will be closed during the work south of Sunrise Boulevard.

Improvements will also be made during that time along NE 9th Place and NE 20th Avenue in Victoria Park, causing road closure and detours.

Please see the map and flyer below for more information or visit https://ftlcity.info/sewerproject.

In response to a proposed large-scale development at the Galleria Mall, the city of Fort Lauderdale recently requested the legal advice of the state Office of the Attorney General regarding the Live Local Act. The Live Local Act is a new state law that restricts local control over a development’s approval process if developers meet certain legal requirements and set aside units for workforce housing.

The letter to the state, and the response of the attorney general’s office, can be read below.

Here is the letter from the interim city attorney asking for legal advice:

And here is the response by the state Office of the Attorney General:

For those who were unable to attend Tuesday’s town hall, or anyone who just wants to take a deeper look at the details, click below for the presentation given at the meeting.

Can’t attend Tuesday’s town hall meeting about proposed development at the Galleria Mall? The meeting will be live streamed on the city’s cable access channel as well as the city of Fort Lauderdale’s YouTube page.

For those attending in person but concerned about parking, there will be free valet at the Coral Ridge Yacht Club and there will also be overflow parking at George English Park with shuttle service to the yacht club beginning at 5 p.m.

A town hall meeting is being held Tuesday, Oct 28, at 6 p.m. at the Coral Ridge Yacht Club. Residents are invited to come learn more about development plans for the Galleria Mall and the effect of the state’s Live Local Act.

The SIHA board would like to thank everyone who paid their dues this year — all 156 members!

We’d also like to send a special shout out to those “Super Supporters” who donated beyond the basic dues amount, as well as neighbors who recently contributed to the Guard House Fund, which now allows us to offer drinks, snacks and a clean break area to law enforcement officers. Please see the special Thank You message below for details.