REGISTER NOW! THURSDAY, JUNE 4, 2026
PLEASE JOIN US FOR OUR JUNE GENERAL MEETING & FEATURED SPEAKER PRESENTATION
*REFRESHMENTS PROVIDED - BRING YOUR FILLABLE BOTTLE - NO PLASTIC BOTTLES*
**IN-PERSON ATTENDEE PRIZE QUESTION - PLANT & SEED GIVEAWAYS**
| OUR FEATURED SPEAKER: Special Video by Homegrown National Park & Hands-On Presentation by Catalina Franco-Cicero, Broward Master Gardener TOPIC: Is It Possible to Restore Nature in Your Own Yard? DATE/TIME: Thursday, June 4, 2026 @ 6:30 pm in-person and 6:45 pm online LOCATION: Veterans Park, 7600 NW 50th St, Lauderhill, FL 33351 REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED TO ATTEND: CLICK HERE TO REGISTER Join Us for a Special Video and Hands-On Demonstration and Discussion with Broward Master Gardener, Catalina Franco-Cicero! |
Did you know that small changes in your yard can have a huge impact on biodiversity? By creating native habitat, you can help restore nature while experiencing the joy and fulfillment of connecting with the world around you.
Part I: Video Presentation: What’s the Rush? Created by Doug Tallamy, Homegrown National Park.
Join us for a special video presentation from Homegrown National Park, where you’ll learn:
- How biodiversity is declining, and what you can do to help
- Simple, effective ways to create habitat and support wildlife
- The personal rewards of bringing nature back home
Part II: Guest Presenter: Catalina Franco-Cicero, Broward Master Gardener, Native Habitat / Native Mini Garden Demonstration & Discussion
Learn about native gardening with hands-on sample mini starter garden example and landscape options. Ask questions and get advice from our very own BSG Member and Broward Master Gardener, Catalina.
REGISTER NOW! JULY 9, 2026
PLEASE JOIN US FOR OUR JULY GENERAL MEETING & FEATURED SPEAKER PRESENTATION
*REFRESHMENTS PROVIDED - BRING YOUR FILLABLE BOTTLE - NO PLASTIC BOTTLES*
**IN-PERSON ATTENDEE PRIZE QUESTION**
OUR FEATURED SPEAKER: Richard Ramcharitar of Broward Clean Air
DATE/TIME: Thursday, July 9, 2026 @ 6:30 pm in-person and 6:45 pm online
LOCATION: Veterans Park, 7600 NW 50th St, Lauderhill, FL 33351
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED TO ATTEND: CLICK HERE TO REGISTER.
Part I: Presentation
Why Zero Waste? Advancing Zero Waste Solutions in South Florida.
Part II: Zero Waste Station
A hands-on demonstration showing how to properly sort waste into reuse, recycling, compost, and landfill categories.
ECO ACTION: Take the Solid Waste Authority Pledge and let your city commissioners know you stand behind the work of the Authority.
MINI ZERO WASTE SWAP: Bring some items you have around your home or garage that are in good and usable condition that you no longer want for other members to take home and reuse. Examples: kitchen, office, or art supplies, textiles, books, small appliances, electronics, garden supplies, etc. Any swap items leftover from the evening will be packed up and donated. Let’s work hard to keep nice things out of the landfill!
Richard Ramcharitar is an environmental advocate, community educator, and founder of Broward Clean Air, focused on advancing Zero Waste, recycling reform, composting, and sustainable community initiatives across South Florida. He has contributed to regional sustainability planning efforts connected to the Miami-Dade County Zero Waste Master Plan and currently supports stakeholder outreach and community engagement for the Southwest Ranches Zero Waste Plan with Abbe & Associates.
Since the inception of the Broward Solid Waste Authority, Richard has actively participated in Executive Committee, Governing Board, and Technical Advisory Board meetings, advocating for innovative Zero Waste strategies and sustainable materials management solutions. He has also participated in high-level meetings and field site visits at Miami International Airport focused on improving recycling and sustainability initiatives at a major international airport.
Recognized as a trusted voice among elected officials, Zero Waste professionals, and community stakeholders, Richard has traveled throughout the United States and Brazil studying environmental and Zero Waste solutions to help bring practical, community-based strategies back to South Florida.
PAST MEETING RECORDINGS
MAY 7, 2026
Presenter: Commissioner Ben Sorensen, City of Fort Lauderdale, District 4
Topic: Sustainability, Conservation, and Resilience Initiatives in Fort Lauderdale
Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/share/_7991fahnZOAABId-srVOk752vbCov01IzvN8EX85F0Ak8soCHzPQAxp-b1MPK-U.P573lR3I6fqOOhT2?startTime=1778192683000
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APRIL 2, 2026
Presenter: Elisa Jones, Solid Waste Authority of Broward County
Topic: Trash & Recycling Beyond the Curb: We Have a Plan
Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/share/Em9LO8moZOEFuzb1Iu2d9m23C4Y1_E_TGiPJMvIU64oCfwiHNgdAS97WREi7GcnI.V3nGaOBlStnvlOP6
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FEBRUARY 5, 2026
Presenter: Lee Gottlieb, Adopt a Dune
Topic: Dune Restoration Projects In Broward County
Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/share/Ks0i72PIiT0PITOz0q7ykNyCmlBXoAv_VzFxRSQyCMWaoPPLIwaKKrQWmE6vtSL-.T-SIZfLTvP2ioFyR
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JANUARY 8, 2026
Presenter: April Young, Community Advocate, Environmental Justice Leader & Public-Health Watchdog
Topic: Landfills, Government Failures, and the Human Cost We Don’t Talk About
Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/play/csi5o0-0-iKjOaytEWRgdd9XpebjRS3d4_H8MescnnzIaz0PNTm4AiwrjPG2SkmmhiHfad-9OdT03LMO.nO7PI7JeD_GJwCUU
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Additional Video: CLICK HERE TO WATCH THE 15-MINUTE VIDEO ABOUT THE LAKE
OCTOBER 7, 2025
Presenter: Dr. Jennifer Jurado, Chief Resilience Officer & Deputy Director
Organization: Broward Resilient Environment Department
Topic: Planning for Resilience in Broward County
Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/share/Jv0TitFYGv0_qBnKzeCEvv6nDt4xFi1FGfW2okbt0JCBemtNrOyBZ6MgqfEjasT5._g83He4g3aUEBaER?startTime=1759876450000
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SEPTEMBER 4, 2025
Presenter: Catherine “Cat” Uden
Organization: Oceana
Topic: Oceana’s priority campaigns to protect our oceans
Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/share/vegWTBHpHIlL-qcWMYUpXYuSp949x3mUS5AfC0sxCpsl6KMe4G68eujpWA_TcqRT.wTo_f_uTvC2x95WF?startTime=1757024678000
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AUGUST 7, 2025
Presenter: Eamon Toner
Organization: The Rotary Club of Hollywood
Topic: "Service above Self through Rotary" on the Rotary Club's history, projects, and collaborative efforts to address global issues
Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/share/wZsakRo6LFlAypNm5hJqc4jI2Hw2JTgLdvrjYiWf9rmrNShVLAl1ynKY6k3l0ogs.adQxP3ZEGb59f7hH?startTime=1754605754000
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JULY 10, 2025
Presenter: Suzee Bailey
Organization: Founder, Residents for Resilience
Topic: Highlighting the four critical water issues that aims to bring to the forefront of public awareness: Safe Clean Drinking Water, Flood Mitigation, Storm Resiliency, and Restoring the Health of our Priceless Waterways
Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/share/Ueb8ACKFvsR-Jw3GVtoaaGikk1cgrbt7vTGXMyWVj8eDwbUWATnLtMv1llwQhDK1.02EQyhoY6HNxO4aR?startTime=1752185519000
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MAY 1, 2025
Presenter: Dr. Shelby Thomas, PhD
Organization: CEO & Founder, Ocean Rescue Alliance International | 1000 Mermaids Artificial Reef Project
Topic: Art for Impact and Restoration (Becoming a Guardian of the Reef)
Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/share/6FY4Ab0Un6Y4qiC9a0xxaifR2_Xpt7zC6m8TEhdADH5B6_skvGYdnz2BNDRvjEU1.QrA1-ePnRtoRi1sI?startTime=1746138186000
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APRIL 3, 2025
Presenter: Phil Busey
Organization: Phil Busey Agronomy
Topic: Native South Florida Plants
Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/share/abO5CloMEC-AHtEahXVhxVVmzQV510bJBHR5U2Ckjs3gPcbokZOb5qonvxw-DcO2.2hqCUQcMnTKm5HQV?startTime=1743718240000
Video Passcode: *T0*2oL# (**Please note, due to technical difficulties, Phil Busey's presentation was not recorded in full.)
Additional Resources: Phil Busey has kindly provided a PDF of his photos and slides for you to view instead of the incomplete video. Included is a list of his recommended books on native plants.
**CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE PRESENTATION SLIDES.
FEBRUARY 6, 2025
Presenter: Mike Ewall, Esq.
Organization: Founder & Executive Director of Energy Justice Network
Topic: Burn, Baby, Burn? Why Incineration ("Waste-to-Energy") is the Wrong Solution for Broward County
Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/share/-MtzMzPs0oycBGG3fZ1YxuLq40SkYh_8lP0kI-XICvGCPdRgvX8yUYEv5EuW720o.63clKIcNAEqJ8RgR?startTime=1738885331000
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