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2-minute voter guide: Fort Lauderdale's key races and ballot measures

Election

Early voting is underway in <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Broward County" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/fort-lauderdale/2026/10/06/broward-county-ajayi-lawsuit-tax-collector-operating-costs" data-vars-content-id="5a2ffcba-b6a5-4eb8-b576-cb38a05c7354" data-vars-headline="2-minute voter guide: Fort Lauderdale&#x27;s key races and ballot measures" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/fort-lauderdale/2026/10/06/broward-county-ajayi-lawsuit-tax-collector-operating-costs" target="_self">Broward County</a> ahead of the Nov. 3 midterm election. Why it matters: Fort Lauderdale voters will elect a new city commissioner, weigh in on local ballot measures and vote on the proposed constitutional amendment to significantly reduce property taxes.

New Asian-Mediterranean restaurant opens this week on Las Olas

Fort Lauderdale's dining scene is booming.

Food and Drink

The restaurant group behind Java &amp; Jam, Nubé Rooftop and Yolo opens its new Asian-Mediterranean restaurant on Las Olas on Thursday.Why it matters: Naia is part of a wave of new restaurants <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="that&#x27;s transforming Fort Lauderdale&#x27;s culinary scene" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/fort-lauderdale/2026/06/10/new-restaurants-opening-fort-lauderdale-2026" data-vars-content-id="99da8c85-4093-424e-84b6-89a0d0e4976d" data-vars-headline="New Asian-Mediterranean restaurant opens this week on Las Olas" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/fort-lauderdale/2026/06/10/new-restaurants-opening-fort-lauderdale-2026" target="_self">that&#x27;s transforming Fort Lauderdale&#x27;s culinary scene</a> and giving Miami some competition.

Fort Lauderdale District 1 candidates split on property tax referendum

John Rodstrom and Heather Moraitis are vying to replace Commissioner John Herbst.

The candidates running for Fort Lauderdale&#x27;s Commission District 1 seat disagree on <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Amendment 3" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/hollywood/2026/10/06/broward-renters-amendment-3-property-tax-increase" data-vars-content-id="39503a79-6ec1-4364-a7a8-a466b442af5d" data-vars-headline="Fort Lauderdale District 1 candidates split on property tax referendum" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/hollywood/2026/10/06/broward-renters-amendment-3-property-tax-increase" target="_self">Amendment 3</a>, the ballot measure that would increase the homestead exemption and reduce property taxes statewide. Why it matters: If approved, the measure would bring relief to homeowners but could cost <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="local governments billions" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/fort-lauderdale/2026/06/24/property-tax-cut-fort-lauderdale" data-vars-content-id="39503a79-6ec1-4364-a7a8-a466b442af5d" data-vars-headline="Fort Lauderdale District 1 candidates split on property tax referendum" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/fort-lauderdale/2026/06/24/property-tax-cut-fort-lauderdale" target="_self">local governments billions</a>.

Boat Show 2026: Helicopter tours, floating pickleball and superyachts

You can avoid the traffic and take a helicopter directly to the boat show this year.

Things to Do

The 67th annual Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show returns Wednesday–Sunday with more than 1,300 boats on display. Why it matters: While you may not be in the market for a <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="superyacht" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/fort-lauderdale/2026/10/14/fort-lauderdale-luxury-real-estate-buyers-wellness-amenities" data-vars-content-id="98aa0337-6eb6-4671-bf0a-197790303d8f" data-vars-headline="Boat Show 2026: Helicopter tours, floating pickleball and superyachts" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/fort-lauderdale/2026/10/14/fort-lauderdale-luxury-real-estate-buyers-wellness-amenities" target="_self">superyacht</a>, the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="annual five-day event" data-vars-click-url="https://www.flibs.com/" data-vars-content-id="98aa0337-6eb6-4671-bf0a-197790303d8f" data-vars-headline="Boat Show 2026: Helicopter tours, floating pickleball and superyachts" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.flibs.com/" target="_blank">annual five-day event</a> is a boon to local businesses and the local economy.

"We're heartbroken": The Alchemist Café loses garden oasis to redevelopment

Despite losing its longtime home, owner Lucia Nunez says the café will return.

Business

Owners of The Alchemist Café knew that its longtime home would one day be redeveloped. That dreaded day came this week.Why it matters: The beloved Wilton Manors café captured the laid-back charm of Fort Lauderdale that may slowly disappear with the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="recent wave of development" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/fort-lauderdale/2026/10/14/fort-lauderdale-new-york-developers-luxury-condo-towers-wealthy" data-vars-content-id="f841042f-b6c3-4692-b229-df92c910fc8c" data-vars-headline="&quot;We&#x27;re heartbroken&quot;: The Alchemist Café loses garden oasis to redevelopment" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/fort-lauderdale/2026/10/14/fort-lauderdale-new-york-developers-luxury-condo-towers-wealthy" target="_self">recent wave of development</a>.

Capybara Café opens in Fort Lauderdale; PETA isn't pleased

The business dedicated to the world's largest rodents is the first of its kind in South Florida.

You can now hang out with capybaras and other exotic animals at the new Capybara Café in Fort Lauderdale&#x27;s Thrive District. Why it matters: The cafe dedicated to the world&#x27;s largest rodents is the first of its kind in South Florida.

T3 FAT Village lands first office tenants

The mass timber building is part of the $512 million development set to transform Flagler Village.

The world&#x27;s largest contract logistics provider and a workplace design and furniture company are opening offices at <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="T3 Fat Village" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/fort-lauderdale/2026/07/08/fat-village-development-tour-t3-flagler" data-vars-content-id="cfce5716-09ae-46dd-bac4-27853ce0ed14" data-vars-headline="T3 FAT Village lands first office tenants" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/fort-lauderdale/2026/07/08/fat-village-development-tour-t3-flagler" target="_self">T3 Fat Village</a> in downtown Fort Lauderdale. Why it matters: The new office building is part of the $512 million FAT Village development.

Broward commissioners balk at Visit Lauderdale logo change

Business leaders opposed adding Broward County to the logo.

It&#x27;s not looking like <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Broward County" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/fort-lauderdale/2026/08/18/broward-fire-rescue-county-control-sheriff-tony-bso-contract" data-vars-content-id="bf96c429-8d2c-4b17-a8bf-f0b7fe5655d0" data-vars-headline="Broward commissioners balk at Visit Lauderdale logo change" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/fort-lauderdale/2026/08/18/broward-fire-rescue-county-control-sheriff-tony-bso-contract" target="_self">Broward County</a> will be changing the Visit Lauderdale brand anytime soon. Why it matters: Commissioner Alexandra Davis felt that the tourism bureau&#x27;s logo isn&#x27;t fairly representing all of Broward&#x27;s 31 municipalities and asked to change its branding.

World Cup fuels Broward's summer business and hotel boom

Thank you to the Tartan Army and all of the international fans!

The <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="World Cup" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2026/07/14/free-world-cup-watch-parties-miami" data-vars-content-id="6e6df185-28f3-45c8-87bb-aad5bbe47937" data-vars-headline="World Cup fuels Broward&#x27;s summer business and hotel boom" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2026/07/14/free-world-cup-watch-parties-miami" target="_self">World Cup</a> is over, but South Florida will never forget it.Why it mattered: The Miami matches brought fans from all over the world, filling Broward County hotels, restaurants and bars during what&#x27;s typically the slowest time of year.<ul><li>Thousands of Colombian fans <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="took over downtown Fort Lauderdale" data-vars-click-url="https://www.instagram.com/reels/DaE3KyFNYsa/" data-vars-content-id="6e6df185-28f3-45c8-87bb-aad5bbe47937" data-vars-headline="World Cup fuels Broward&#x27;s summer business and hotel boom" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.instagram.com/reels/DaE3KyFNYsa/" target="_blank">took over downtown Fort Lauderdale</a> to greet their players at The Dalmar hotel. The Tartan Army <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="were all over town" data-vars-click-url="https://x.com/NancyH_60/status/2071675675073794164" data-vars-content-id="6e6df185-28f3-45c8-87bb-aad5bbe47937" data-vars-headline="World Cup fuels Broward&#x27;s summer business and hotel boom" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://x.com/NancyH_60/status/2071675675073794164" target="_blank">were all over town</a> wearing their kilts in the 90-degree heat. </li></ul>

Sneak peek: Inside Fort Lauderdale's FAT Village development

The project's T3 office building stands out with its wood elements and large windows.

Real Estate

On a recent tour of the $512 million FAT Village development, I saw what sets this project apart from the urban design that Fort Lauderdale is used to.Why it matters: The 5.6-acre project by Hines and Urban Street Development will transform <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Flagler Village" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2026/04/23/whats-going-up-development-miami-news" data-vars-content-id="c7508c23-7cf7-4a07-a778-4b88da6aa693" data-vars-headline="Sneak peek: Inside Fort Lauderdale&#x27;s FAT Village development" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2026/04/23/whats-going-up-development-miami-news" target="_self">Flagler Village</a> with a new office building, two towers with 600 apartments, retail and restaurants.<figure><img alt="Modern glass-front office building under construction with wooden balconies on the right, workers in hard hats, orange and white barriers along the street, blue sky and trees in foreground." height="4284" id="7dccba33-de41-4f2b-84fa-d45672a80b3b" src="https://images.axios.com/uEc7IC-jrtBVZeNSq37yTzv2uuk=/2026/07/07/1783435049374.jpeg" width="5712" srcset="https://images.axios.com/GxLRfmUML46CQhOGzXdxWg9ljAw=/0x0:5712x4284/1920x1440/2026/07/07/1783435049374.jpeg?w=1920 1920w, https://images.axios.com/A3P5oGBsIko3WjSxQT37boo_BGI=/0x0:5712x4284/1600x1200/2026/07/07/1783435049374.jpeg?w=1600 1600w, https://images.axios.com/it99JqW1Gurb9dMxIWlTyGfrOiU=/0x0:5712x4284/1366x1024/2026/07/07/1783435049374.jpeg?w=1366 1366w, https://images.axios.com/oVSZwumKdsgtgZOTC7Lk3iAg8Mg=/0x0:5712x4284/1024x768/2026/07/07/1783435049374.jpeg?w=1024 1024w, https://images.axios.com/xlc-1qwiWZuUfRyJD8bldHJU0YE=/0x0:5712x4284/768x576/2026/07/07/1783435049374.jpeg?w=768 768w, https://images.axios.com/GTevv0xDDL_8dBMnoCBgssr8OT0=/0x0:5712x4284/640x480/2026/07/07/1783435049374.jpeg?w=640 640w, https://images.axios.com/gtctVQpyGK5xUuDPhIwaCDx6T6c=/0x0:5712x4284/320x240/2026/07/07/1783435049374.jpeg?w=320 320w"/><figcaption>Trees have been planted all throughout the project. Photo: Naomi Feinstein/Axios</figcaption></figure>

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