Broward Judge Blocks Pembroke Park Mayor's Removal

A special town commission meeting to oust Mayor Geoffrey Jacobs over residency questions has been temporarily halted by a county Circuit Court judge.

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

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A Broward Circuit Court judge has issued a temporary injunction blocking a special town commission meeting in Pembroke Park, Florida that was scheduled to remove Mayor Geoffrey Jacobs from office. Town commissioners argue Jacobs no longer lives within town limits, a requirement under the town charter, but Jacobs' attorney maintains the mayor still resides in Pembroke Park. The judge has ordered a hearing within the next 10 days to determine the next steps in the case.

Why it matters

This case highlights the legal and political tensions surrounding residency requirements for elected officials, as well as the power dynamics between local government bodies and their elected leaders. The outcome could have significant implications for the leadership and governance of Pembroke Park.

The details

Town commissioners scheduled the special meeting to oust Mayor Jacobs, citing concerns that he moved out of town over a year ago without notifying officials. However, Jacobs' attorney claims the mayor still lives in Pembroke Park. Records show Jacobs and his wife hold multiple homestead exemptions on a home in Fort Pierce, which typically indicates permanent residence, but Jacobs' attorney says the mayor's wife and children live there due to safety concerns.

  • The special town commission meeting was scheduled for Tuesday, February 11, 2026.
  • The Broward Circuit Court judge issued a temporary injunction blocking the meeting.

The players

Geoffrey Jacobs

The mayor of Pembroke Park, Florida who is facing potential removal from office over residency questions.

Michael Pizzi

The attorney representing Mayor Jacobs.

Bill Hodgkins

A Pembroke Park town commissioner who represents District 2.

St. Lucie County Property Appraiser's Office

The office that has opened a fraud investigation involving Mayor Jacobs and his wife.

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What they’re saying

“Mayor Geoffrey Jacobs is going to remain as mayor of Pembroke Park. They cannot remove him.”

— Michael Pizzi, Attorney representing Mayor Jacobs (CBS News Miami)

“As far as I'm concerned and from what I can see, Mr. Jacobs moved out of town a year ago without anyone being informed of the fact.”

— Bill Hodgkins, Pembroke Park Town Commissioner, District 2 (CBS News Miami)

What’s next

A hearing must now be held within the next 10 days, where a judge will determine the next steps in the case.

The takeaway

This case highlights the complex legal and political issues surrounding residency requirements for elected officials, as well as the potential for conflict between local government bodies and their leadership. The outcome could have significant implications for the governance of Pembroke Park.