Pompano Beach to Host Public Presentation on Climate Resilience and Future Planning Efforts

Pompano Beach to Host Public Presentation on Climate Resilience and Future Planning Efforts

Pompano Beach County Cultural Center | 50 W Atlantic Boulevard

Monday, December 2nd

5:30 pm

Dr. Jennifer Jurado, the leader of climate resilience and environmental planning initiatives for Broward County, will deliver a crucial public presentation on climate drivers influencing future conditions in Broward County and ongoing planning efforts to address these challenges. The presentation will occur at the Pompano Beach County Cultural Center on Monday, December 2nd, at 5:30 p.m. It is free and open to the public.

The session will offer a brief yet comprehensive overview of the County-wide Risk Assessment and Infrastructure Plan. It will feature the debut of an innovative online platform designed to support coordinated resilience planning and investments across Broward County. This platform aims to enhance collaboration among local governments, stakeholders, and residents to prepare for climate-related risks.

The presentation will provide insights into the County's climate vulnerability, focusing on the combined effects of flooding and heat risk within urban areas of Broward County. Dr. Jurado will present the findings and recommendations of the Risk Assessment and Infrastructure Plan, which takes a holistic approach to climate challenges by considering multiple factors, including sea level rise, king tides, storm surge, and rainfall intensification for both 2050 and 2070 planning scenarios.

Key aspects of the presentation will include:

• County-wide Flood Risk Reduction Strategy: A detailed plan addressing the impacts of rising sea levels, intensified rainfall, and more frequent storm surge events.
• Economic Impacts: A discussion on the economic benefits of taking proactive resilience actions versus the costs of inaction.
• Infrastructure Improvements: Summary of necessary infrastructure upgrades required to mitigate risks and capitalize on the economic benefits of climate resilience.
• Specific Focus on Pompano Beach: Tailored information highlighting the unique risks and mitigation strategies for Pompano Beach.

Dr. Jurado and other experts will also answer questions from the public and provide guidance on how residents and local organizations can participate in resilience planning efforts.

The public presentation will be an important opportunity for residents, business owners, and local leaders to engage with Broward County's climate resilience efforts and learn how they can contribute to a sustainable, climate-ready future.