Fort Lauderdale's mayor and commissioners by district, the city manager, clerk, utility billing, police non-emergency and code enforcement, with phone numbers.
Last checked Oct. 8, 2026. Every number comes from the City of Fort Lauderdale’s own pages, linked below, or the department’s own website. Emergencies: 911.
Fort Lauderdale has a commission-manager form of government. Five elected officials, the mayor, elected citywide, and four commissioners, each elected from a district, set policy. A city manager runs the city’s departments. When you do not know whom to call, start with the 24-hour Neighbor Support Center at 954-828-8000.
Who to call first
- Any city service, any hour: Neighbor Support Center, 954-828-8000, or FixIt FTL
- Police, non-emergency: 954-764-4357
- Water bill: Utility Billing, 954-828-5150
- Emergencies: 911
Mayor and City Commission
Commissioners are elected by district; the mayor is elected at large. All serve four-year terms elected at the same time, and each may serve three terms in a row. Not sure of your district? Ask the Neighbor Support Center or check the city’s GIS map.
| Office | Name | Phone | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mayor | Dean J. Trantalis | 954-828-5314 | |
| District 1 | Commissioner John C. Herbst | 954-828-5008 | |
| District 2 | Commissioner Steven Glassman | 954-828-5003 (commission office) | SGlassman@fortlauderdale.gov |
| District 3 | Commissioner Pamela Beasley-Pittman | 954-828-5011 (chief of staff) | pbeasleypittman@fortlauderdale.gov |
| District 4 | Vice Mayor Ben Sorensen | 954-828-5028 |
Mail for the mayor and commissioners goes to the City of Fort Lauderdale, 1 E. Broward Blvd., Suite 444, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301. The commission office line is 954-828-5003 or 954-828-5004. A special election for District 1 is on the Nov. 3, 2026, ballot; see our voting guide.
City Commission meetings, agendas and video are on the city’s Legistar calendar and the City Commission meetings page.
City administration
| Office | Who | Contact |
|---|---|---|
| City Manager’s Office | Acting City Manager Christopher Cooper | city.manager@fortlauderdale.gov |
| City Clerk’s Office | Records, meetings, elections qualifying | 954-828-5010 |
| Utility Billing and Collections | City utility bills | 954-828-5150; UtilityBilling@fortlauderdale.gov |
| Development Services | Permits, zoning, inspections; 700 NW 19th Ave. | 954-828-8000 |
| Zoning | Zoning questions, Board of Adjustment | 954-828-6520 |
| Community Enhancement and Compliance | Code enforcement; 700 NW 19th Ave. | 954-828-5207 |
| Emergency management | Storm preparedness | 954-828-6700 |
Utility Billing’s in-person hours are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekdays; phones are answered 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Public safety
| Need | Who | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency | Police, fire, medical | 911 |
| Police, non-emergency | Fort Lauderdale Police Department, 1300 W. Broward Blvd. | 954-764-4357 |
| Police headquarters front desk | Fort Lauderdale Police Department | 954-828-5700 |
| Illegal dumping, environmental crimes | City hotline (confidential) | 954-828-5700 |
| Storm updates, recorded | Neighbor Emergency Information Line | 954-828-8888 |
| Stray or injured animals | Broward County Animal Care | 954-359-1313 |
Other services
- Trash, recycling, bulk pickup: 954-828-8000; see trash and recycling.
- Property taxes: Broward County Tax Collector, 954-357-4829; see property taxes.
- Power outages: FPL; see power outages.
- Parks and recreation: see parks and trails for each park’s phone.
- Public records requests: the city’s public records request page.
Related: moving to Fort Lauderdale and public notices.
Frequently asked questions
What is the phone number for City of Fort Lauderdale customer service?
The city’s 24-hour Neighbor Support Center is 954-828-8000. You can also report problems online or in the FixIt FTL app.
Who is the mayor of Fort Lauderdale?
Dean J. Trantalis is the mayor of Fort Lauderdale. His office number is 954-828-5314.
What is the Fort Lauderdale police non-emergency number?
The Fort Lauderdale Police Department’s non-emergency number is 954-764-4357. The front desk at headquarters, 1300 W. Broward Blvd., is 954-828-5700. For emergencies, call 911.
How do I pay my Fort Lauderdale water bill?
Utility Billing and Collections takes calls at 954-828-5150, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays, with in-person service 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. The office also takes email at UtilityBilling@fortlauderdale.gov.
How do I report a code violation in Fort Lauderdale?
Call the Community Enhancement and Compliance Division at 954-828-5207, or report it through FixIt FTL or the Neighbor Support Center at 954-828-8000.
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