University of Plantation was created to help Plantation residents learn about the inner workings of our city.  Attendees will meet the city’s elected officials and can question the city’s administration and departmental staff. The ultimate goal is to provide our residents with information and tools that they can share with their friends and neighbors and help the city distribute accurate information on important topics. Plus, it will be fun!

Each semester consists of seven classes, held monthly 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Outreach Center in Broward Mall. Those curious about our city are urged to sign up for what will be about an hour of our presentations followed by 30 minutes of questions. We will award a graduation certificate to anyone who attends at least 5 classes. The graduation recognition takes place at the City Council meeting at City Hall.

• Session 1 – Thursday, January 22: It’s your money: This is how we
  spend it. Learn about the City’s budget from our Finance Department and
  how we buy goods and services from our Procurement Department.
• Session 2 – Thursday, February 19: Safety first! Meet our Fire and
  Utilities departments with a brief special appearance by Police and learn
  how we protect your health and safety.
• Session 3 – Thursday, March 19: Always juggling: What Mayor does.
  Mayor Sortal will discuss his day-to-day responsibilities and Plantation’s
  strategic priorities.
• Session 4 – Thursday, April 23: Something for everyone. Our Parks
  and Recreation and the city’s own Library will share how much they have
  offer no matter what your interests are.
• Session 5 – Thursday, May 21: How does stuff get built? Planning,
  Zoning and Economic Development department will explain how projects
  get approved. Building department will discuss how permitting works.
• Session 6 – Thursday, June 18: A day in a life of a City Council
  Member. Learn what your City Council does and how you can participate
  in City government.
• Session 7 – Thursday, July 16:  More than just the looks: maintaining
  and protecting the City’s assets. Meet the Public Works and Engineering
  departments to talk about the trees, landscaping, sidewalk maintenance,
  stormwater and more.
• Graduation – Wednesday, August 12: Council Meeting at City Hall.

*Please note that we do not intend to change any of the dates unless we experience severe weather. Topics may be moved or changed if unforeseen scheduling conflicts arise.

All Plantation residents and business owners that are 18 or older are invited to apply. Applicants must be available on all the dates indicated above to be considered. Only completed applications will be considered. Seat number for each semester is limited. Applications will be processed on a first-come, first-served basis. Applicants will be notified about enrollment in the program by email approximately a week before the semester start date.

Documentation you will need for submission:

• UP Application
• Driver’s License or other government-issued ID
• Utility Bill/Business Tax Receipt or other proof of Plantation address
• Photo Waiver

The application period for 2026 has closed.