Like the vast majority of you, I’m hoping for that day soon when we can walk along the beach, go to our favorite restaurant, exercise at the gym or simply get our hair cut. The city has been working hard to curb the COVID-19 virus and gain permission to start reopening businesses and amenities. 

Even as this effort continues, another serious issue has arisen for our city that could have some very detrimental, long-term consequences. Fort Lauderdale has been slower to respond to the U.S. census than most cities our size.