New Emergency Order Relaxes Restrictions

As the number of COVID-19 cases in Broward continues to decline as a result of the restrictions in place and residents and businesses abiding by those restrictions, County Administrator Bertha Henry has issued Emergency Order 20-25, whic...

DFB Joins Team of Broward Cities in Charter Amendment Two, Public Education Initiative

District Four Virtual Saturday Office Hours – October 3, 2020

District Four Commissioner, Todd Drosky is happy to host Saturday office hours via teleconference, Saturday, October 3, 2020. 

Commissioner Drosky will be available via telephone to speak with constituents on an appointment basis, between the hour...

Getting Fishy - Public Art Call to Artists

Federal Highway Mobility Improvement Project

FDOT Roadway widening/drainage installation continues on Federal Highway in Deerfield Beach for the Federal Highway Mobility Improvements. Improvements include widening the road for bike lanes and reconstructing medians, parts of the road and sid...

FAU Hosting Northwest Visioning Workshop

On Monday October 5th at 6:30 PM, Florida Atlantic University will be hosting an interactive online Zoom visioning workshop session designed to shape the future of the Northwest area of Deerfield Beach. The study will comprise resident and busine...

Neighbors Helping Neighbors Program

The City of Deerfield Beach is committed to helping to provide resources to City residents who are financially impacted during the COVID-19 pandemic. The City created the “Neighbors Helping Neighbors” Program.  This program is...

Census Workforce Campaign Continues Through September

The SHOW YOUR LOVE FOR BROWARD – CENSUS WORKFORCE CAMPAIGN in August helped increase Broward County’s self-response rate from 58.7% to 60.4% – so the campaign has been extended into September, in hopes of increasing it furthe...

Broward County Public School Grab and Go meals

Grab and Go meals are available every Tuesday and Thursday from 11am-1pm and 3pm-5pm. Breakfast is free to all Broward County Public School students. Lunch Prices are based on each student’s grade level and status in the free/reduced meal progra...

Broward to Move to Phase 2 Reopening Monday

BROWARD COUNTY, FL – Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has announced that all of Florida, including Broward County, is in Phase 2 of reopening, effective Monday, September 14. Broward County retains the ability to close certain act...

Fall/Winter Athletic Programs!

International Fishing Pier Reduces Restrictions

The International Fishing Pier has extended its hours of operations to 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM daily for fishing and sightseers. Social distancing of a minimum of 10 feet between anglers and sightseers must be maintained. Face masks are required for ...

Aquatics Center Re-Opening!

The City is excited to announce the re-opening of the Deerfield Beach Aquatics Center, 501 SE 6 Ave., on Tuesday, September 8, 2020!

The Aquatics Center will open with temporary operating hours of Monday – Friday, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM and...

Deerfield Beach Works to Maintain High-Quality Water

DFB COVID-19 Test Site Moves to Quiet Waters

The City of Deerfield Beach’s and Florida Department of Health’s COVID-19 Walk-Up Testing Site at Oveta McKeithen Recreation Complex, 445 SW 2nd Street, Deerfield Beach, will close on Saturday, September 5, 2020, at 4 pm.

The Florida De...

Road Closures Reclaimed Water Pipeline Project Update

There will be road closures due to a reclaimed water pipeline project that will began Sunday, August 30. There will be an intersection shutdown of S.W. 10th Street at Powerline Road on the weekend of September 11. North to south traffic will be largely un...

Robotic Pets or MP3 Players are available to help isolated seniors

A Robotic Pet or preloaded MP3 Player are helping isolated seniors and individuals with Alzheimer’s disease avoid loneliness and boredom.  

The Department of Elder Affairs is offering free robotic cats, dogs, or preloaded MP3 Players. Th...

Transportation Services Will Resume Regular Hours September 8, 2020

Starting on Tuesday, September 8, 2020, the City of Deerfield Beach/Department of Active Aging’s CDBG transportation services will resume regular operating hours 10 am – 3 pm, Monday through Friday.  

CDBG transportation servic...

DFB 1 Saturday Transportation Services Resumes Normal Operating Hours - September 12, 2020

Effective Saturday, September 12, 2020, the City of Deerfield Beach Department of Active Aging’s DFB 1 community transportation services will resume normal operating hours 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM on Saturdays.

We continue to provide resident...

COVID19 Impacted Business Revolving Loan Fund

City to Suspend Curbside Recycling Program Starting July 1, 2020

Due to continued excessive contamination rates contributing to the rising costs for recyclable processing and low global demand for materials, the City Commission voted to suspend the City’s curbside recycling collection programs starting July 1...

Deerfield Beach Community Redevelopment Agency Approves FY21 Budget

At the August 25, 2020 meeting of the Deerfield Beach Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA), the CRA Board of Directors voted unanimously to approve the $7.2 million FY21 Budget and Capital Improvement Plan (CIP).  

Consistent with the CRA&rsqu...

New Emergency Order Modifies Some Restrictions

As the number of COVID-19 cases in Broward slowly begins to decline, the County has issued Emergency Order 20-24, effective immediately, which modifies some business restrictions. These modifications, however, could be rescinded if the numbers begin to ri...

Micro-Enterprise Grant Assistance (MEGA) Program accepting new applications

The City of Deerfield Beach is committed to supporting small businesses who are financially struggling amidst the COVID-19 outbreak and is accepting new applications for the Micro-Enterprise Grant Assistance (MEGA) Program.

The grant benefits loca...

County Order Outlines Penalties for Establishments Violating Reopening Guidelines

Broward County and Florida Department of Health officials continue to closely monitor the number of positive cases of COVID-19 in our community and in the State, which unfortunately are climbing.

While Broward County has been cautious and judicious with th...

New County Order Outlines Requirements for Restaurants and Retail Establishments

Broward County issued Emergency Order 20-17 late Friday, June 12, 2020.  This new order requires retail establishments and restaurants to post signage containing information regarding social distancing and facial covering requirements, to further...

Broward County Loosens Restrictions

Broward County officials have issued Emergency Order 20-14 on Friday, May 29, which further loosens restrictions for beaches, parks, tattoo parlors, and massage establishments. These new guidelines go into effect on Monday, June 1, 2020. 

COVID-19...

South Florida Rail Corridor (SFRC) Safety Improvements Project

The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) District Four, is pleased to provide information regarding the South Florida Rail Corridor (SFRC) safety improvements project to take place at South Florida Railroad crossings within Broward and Palm Beach C...

Beaches, Gyms, and Hotels Can Open with Restrictions

Broward County officials have issued Emergency Order 20-13 on Friday, May 22, which extends Phase 1 reopening guidelines to beaches, commercial gyms and fitness centers, hotels and other commercial lodging, effective Tuesday, May 26, with restrictions. Ad...

Community Bus Shuttle Service, DB Express I & II, Resuming Regular Operating Routes and Hours

Effective Tuesday, May 26, 2020, the City of Deerfield Beach/Department of Active Aging’s community bus shuttle service, Deerfield Beach Express I & II, will resume its regular routes and hours, Monday through Friday from 8 am to 4 pm. There...

Recycling Drop-Off Center To Re-Open – May 26, 2020

The City of Deerfield Beach is announcing that the Recycling Drop-Off Center (DOC) will be re-opening on Tuesday May 26, 2020. This re-opening includes recycling, limited bulk waste disposal and shred services.

Re-opening will maintain strict adherence to ...

Limited Extension of Mortgage Foreclosure and Eviction Relief

 On May 14, Governor DeSantis, through Executive Order 20-121, extended the moratorium for limited extension of mortgage foreclosure and eviction relief until June 2, 2020. To read orders 20-94 and 20-121 visit https://www.flgov.com/wp-content/up...

County Offers Mobile & In-Home Testing for Homebound Elderly or Disabled

BROWARD COUNTY -- Broward County, the Florida Department of Health in Broward (FDOH-Broward), American Medical Response (AMR) and Century Ambulance Services (CAS) are set to launch on Wednesday, May 6, a new mobile/in-home testing program that continues o...

City of Deerfield Beach Proposed Amendment to Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Funds

The City of Deerfield Beach is a recipient of the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) through the Department of Housing and Urban Development and is required  to provide citizens with reasonable notice of and an opportunity to comment on an ...

Reopening of Community Pools Includes Strict Guidelines

The City of Deerfield Beach announces that it will begin a phased approach to its reopening plan on Wednesday, April 29, 2020, in coordination and in compliance with Broward County, State of Florida and federal guidelines for “Opening Up America...

Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) Information

Broward County’s Office of Economic and Small Business Development (BCOESBD) is sharing valuable information regarding the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP).  See below webinars invitation and a list of resources to apply for and get in...

Senate Approves Deal Expanding Aid for Small Businesses Impacted by COVID-19

The White House and Congress have reached an interim Phase 3.5 coronavirus funding deal that amends the CARES Act and replenishes the small business rescue program known as the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP).

The $484 billion bill injects the program, w...

Deerfield Beach Community Redevelopment Agency Launches Restaurant Bingo

In a continued effort to support local businesses during closures mandated to combat the spread of the COVID-19 virus, the Deerfield Beach CRA would like to encourage the community to support local restaurants from a distance with DBCRA Restaurant Bingo.

H...

Save Small Business Fund Application Opens Today

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation has launched the Save Small Business Grant Fund. Funded by contributions from corporate and philanthropic partners, the program provides $5,000 grants to small employers in economically vulnerable communities.

To qua...

Florida Reemployment (Unemployment) Assistance Application

Beginning this week, CareerSource locations across the state will make available paper applications and provide support with the Reemployment (Unemployment) Assistance applications.

Visit https://careersourceflorida.com/help-is-here/ for information and ce...

Partner America Offering Individual Business Assistance

Individual business assistance is another program now available at no cost to small business owners impacted by the economic consequences of the coronavirus pandemic. By dialing 855-876-5561, owners will be connected with experts who can assist them in de...

Paycheck Protection Program (PPP)

The U.S. Department of the Treasury and the U.S. Small Business Administration have released information on the application process for the Paycheck Protection Program. The program consists of a loan designed to provide a direct incentive for small busine...

City Emergency Order Includes New CDC Guidelines

The City continues to monitor all Coronavirus (COVID-19) changes across all levels of government in its effort to protect the residents of Deerfield Beach and prevent the rapid spread of COVID-19. Today the City amended Emergency Order 20-04 to include th...

Planning & Development Services Updates Hours of Operation

Beginning Monday, April 6, 2020, the Planning, Code Compliance, and Building Divisions will be adjusting their schedules and closing at 2:00 PM, Monday - Friday. Complete schedules are as follows:

Building Division

7:30 AM – 2 PM

Monday –...

Pineview & Memorial Cemetery Updates

The City of Deerfield Beach would like to notify residents that in accordance with Federal, State, and Local emergency orders addressing the worldwide COVID-19 pandemic, burial services at Pineview and Memorial Cemeteries are limited to no more than 10 of...

Small Business Emergency Bridge Loan Program

The City of Deerfield Beach continues to monitor resources for the business community to manage the impact of the COVID – 19 outbreak. The State of Florida Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) Office of Economic and Small Business Developmen...

Business Resources for Managing COVID-19

The City of Deerfield Beach continues to monitor the spread of COVID-19 and is taking steps to ensure the safety of residents, visitors and the business community.

The following list of business emergency mitigation resources will be updated as new informa...