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Allegations of Misuse of Office by Margate City Commissioner Tommy Ruzzano

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What happened

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The Broward County Office of the Inspector General reported that Tommy Ruzzano, a Margate City Commissioner since 2012, allegedly used his office to benefit his company, Ruzzano Construction. The investigation found that Ruzzano voted in favor of an ordinance that allowed the expansion of driveways, a rule he openly advocated. This ordinance led to a property improvement grant program, under which Ruzzano Construction earned $118,000 across 10 projects between late 2022 and late 2023.

From sun-sentinel.com, wlrn.org

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The OIG stated that Ruzzano improperly voted on measures that would benefit his company, which violated the State Ethics Code. The findings were forwarded to the Florida Commission on Ethics for review, though the Inspector General indicated the allegations did not involve breaking any law.

From sun-sentinel.com

Who's involved

  • Tommy RuzzanoMargate City Commissioner and President of Ruzzano Construction

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  1. Ruzzano voted on ordinances in Margate City benefiting his company.1 source
  2. OIG investigation reveals Tommy Ruzzano's misuse of office in Broward County.1 source

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