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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>.

"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>.

Why the wealthy and developers are buzzing about Fort Lauderdale

Luxury condos, exclusive clubs and upscale dining are transforming Fort Lauderdale.

Real Estate

While Miami and Palm Beach have long attracted the nation&#x27;s wealthy, <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Fort Lauderdale" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/fort-lauderdale/2026/08/03/fort-lauderdale-rent-1500-budget-less-space" data-vars-content-id="b46d45be-fb9b-42f6-821f-4c610f4d12e1" data-vars-headline="Why the wealthy and developers are buzzing about Fort Lauderdale" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/fort-lauderdale/2026/08/03/fort-lauderdale-rent-1500-budget-less-space" target="_self">Fort Lauderdale</a> is shaping up to be South Florida&#x27;s next luxury real estate hot spot.Why it matters: Developers are pouring money into Fort Lauderdale, transforming a city that has historically been a more affordable alternative to Miami and Palm Beach.

Wellness is reshaping Fort Lauderdale's luxury homes

From infrared saunas to private helipads, affluent buyers are pushing luxury living to new extremes.

The wealthiest of Fort Lauderdale&#x27;s <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="new arrivals" 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="de973e6e-8f84-46e0-9deb-57770c0f1d2e" data-vars-headline="Wellness is reshaping Fort Lauderdale&#x27;s luxury homes" 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">new arrivals</a> are coming with high expectations for their homes. Why it matters: Their demand for homes that feel like mini private resorts is reshaping the Fort Lauderdale luxury real estate market.

Why bananas are growing in a downtown Fort Lauderdale lot

The development site was previously approved for two 30-story apartment towers.

Bananas are growing in a gravel lot in downtown Fort Lauderdale — and everyone has questions.Why it matters: Agricultural land can come with a property tax break.

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.

Sneak peek: Inside Fort Lauderdale's FAT Village development

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

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>

Inter Miami's promised community park still on hold

After years of delays, construction was finally set to begin in April.

News

Nearly a year after Fort Lauderdale and <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Inter Miami" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2026/04/05/inter-miami-celebrates-new-stadium-with-house-warming-party" data-vars-content-id="2d7819ad-a676-4c43-85fa-a0f663ba1ac1" data-vars-headline="Inter Miami&#x27;s promised community park still on hold" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2026/04/05/inter-miami-celebrates-new-stadium-with-house-warming-party" target="_self">Inter Miami</a>&#x27;s owners reached an agreement to deliver the overdue Lockhart Community Park, the long-promised project remains on hold.Why it matters: The park was part of the 2019 deal and 50-year lease that allowed Inter Miami to build a $170 million stadium and training complex on the publicly owned Lockhart Stadium site.

Fort Lauderdale Beach park redesign leads latest development news

Beachfront pickleball courts, Weston Jewelers and other projects move forward.

Development

Here&#x27;s the latest round of Fort Lauderdale development news: 🥒 The City of Fort Lauderdale Commission approved the $2.5-million redesign of Fort Lauderdale Beach Park across from Bahia Mar.

Development 🏗️

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

Why the wealthy and developers are buzzing about Fort Lauderdale

Wellness is reshaping Fort Lauderdale's luxury homes

Why bananas are growing in a downtown Fort Lauderdale lot

T3 FAT Village lands first office tenants