Projects & Initiatives

In support of the mission, the Certification Program will recognize proposed development, infrastructure and environmental projects and programs that embody the principles of Smart growth under a stringent set of criteria approved by the SGP Board. Application and Criteria

2009 Dania Beach Griffin Road Corridor Project
2009 Dania Beach Griffin Road Corridor Project was funded by the Community Foundation of Broward, and endeavors to explain to the residents of western Dania Beach what smart growth looks like, what terms will be used in creating a master plan, what possibilities exist for the future economic development of the corridor and what that corridor could look like. The residents chose their preferences of uses, and participated over several meetings. Click here for Summary Report

West Park
SGP has received several grants, from the Sun Sentinel Diversity Venture Fund and from the Broward Community Foundation, to assist the City in educating and empowering the residents on using smart growth principles for a more sustainable city. Recently, SGP received a second grant from the Community Foundation to explore with the community, the use of smart growth principles in examining the economic redevelopment of the Pembroke Rd. corridor. A charrette was held in conjunction with CURE of FAU and students are now at work to produce an outcome for the City.

Broward County's newest municipality has a population of approximately 13,628 and borders Pembroke Pines on the east, Hollywood on the north, Miramar on the west, and Miami-Dade County on the south. It is currently facing water retention issues, a widening of 441 and a loss of economic development. Through a collaboration of BSGP and its members, who represent partner organizations, we will endeavor to help the citizens achieve a livable and sustainable community.
Click here to view the West Park Summary Report.

Regional Outreach
SGP has received a grant to identify the community advocacy organizations not yet involved in the regional visioning process in each of the seven counties comprising the Southeast Florida region. Once this is accomplished, the Partnership will create various educational materials to begin the education process on Smart Growth principles and its connection to regional planning.