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Homelessness, Housing, and a Call for Leadership in Pompano Beach
At a recent Pompano Beach commission meeting, the conversation shifted toward one of the city’s most urgent challenges: homelessness and housing affordability. What emerged was a mix of community frustration, bold ideas, and a clear call for stronger city leadership. A Resident Steps Forward Local resident Rodrick Phillips, who volunteers with a men’s outreach group, urged commissioners to take a more proactive approach. He proposed forming a dedicated board—one that would in
Diane Emeott-Korzen
Mar 192 min read


This free bus helps Fort Lauderdale’s homeless. But it's running out of money
BROWARD COUNTY This free bus helps Fort Lauderdale’s homeless. But it's running out of money By Amanda Rosa January 14, 2026 5:30 AM People ride on the bus run by Rotary Connection, a nonprofit initiative that offers free bus transportation to social services around the city, to LifeNet4Families on Monday, Jan. 12, 2026, in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. Alie Skowronski askowronski@miamiherald.com Vandella Brown woke up Monday morning to harsh news. She was being discharged from the
Amanda Rosa
Jan 148 min read


Fort Lauderdale Launches Nation’s First Free Bus Loop for those Experiencing Homelessness | Opinion
Out South Florida explores Rotary Connection through the lens of inclusion, dignity, and intentional design for marginalized communities.
Bobby Blair
Dec 27, 20251 min read


BROWARD COUNTY Fort Lauderdale to expand homeless response team amid city’s economic ‘renaissance’
Fort Lauderdale Mayor Dean Trantalis delivers the annual State of the City speech at The Parker in Fort Lauderdale on Sept. 29, 2025. Darlene Kamperveen Courtesy of the City of Fort Lauderdale As he touted Fort Lauderdale’s “great renaissance,” Mayor Dean Trantalis addressed a major issue still affecting the city during his State of the City address Monday night: homelessness. “Homelessness remains one of our greatest challenges facing our community,” Trantalis said during hi
Amanda Rosa
Sep 30, 20254 min read


Rotary provides free transportation to the homeless, connecting them to essential services
The Rotary Connection shuttle was unveiled earlier this month. Pictured are members of Rotary and their partners. [Photos by Andrew Whited/New Pelican] By Andrew Whited | New Pelican Writer Fort Lauderdale – The Rotary Club of Fort Lauderdale has launched a free shuttle service to transport homeless individuals to the institutions that provide them with assistance. Launched earlier this month and supported by the Florida Blue Foundation, the “Rotary Connection” shuttle aims t
Andrew Whited
Aug 15, 20252 min read


New Broward bus loop helps get homeless to critical services
The Sun Sentinel highlights the personal recovery journeys and peer-led support that power Rotary Connection’s free transportation service for people experiencing homelessness.
Rafael Olmeda
Aug 8, 20252 min read


This Free Bus Brings Fort Lauderdale’s Homeless to Resources They Need
The Miami Herald highlights the launch of Rotary Connection, a first-of-its-kind free bus service in Fort Lauderdale connecting people experiencing homelessness to healthcare, housing support, legal aid, and essential social services across Broward County.
Amanda Rosa
Aug 5, 20254 min read


New Broward bus loop launches to connect unhoused residents with vital services (includes video story)
Caplin News examines Rotary Connection as a collaborative response to transportation gaps affecting people experiencing homelessness in Broward County.
Cassie Martinez
Aug 1, 20252 min read
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