The City of Coral Springs recently shared the news that their Chief Building Official, Alex Hernandez, will serve on the Florida League of Cities' Development, Code Compliance and Redevelopment Policy Committee for the 2025–2026 term. Hernandez, who brings three decades of building safety experience in Broward County to the role, will be part of a team tasked with shaping policies on a broad spectrum of municipal issues including zoning and building codes.
Hernandez aims to quickly get to work advocating for policy changes that bolster local authority, streamline the permitting process and drive responsible development. "I am proud to represent the City of Coral Springs and to collaborate with colleagues from across Florida in shaping policies that will impact our communities for years to come," he said in a statement obtained by The City of Coral Springs' official website.
The Florida League of Cities is a collective voice for Florida's municipal governments, its policy committee playing a crucial role in legislative advocacy. Recommendations from the committee ultimately influence what becomes a focus at the state level, touching on significant areas such as housing, eminent domain, and short-term rentals.
City Manager Catherine Givens expressed her confidence in Hernandez, stating, "Alex’s appointment to this policy committee is a testament to the depth of expertise and professionalism he brings to our city." Hernandez is set to use all his extensive experience in hopes of helping positively shape the future of not just Coral Springs, but cities across the state as well. Givens' full remark was shared on the city's news announcement.
